IFR customization to the Checklist

In flight bag:
  extra plane checklist, class B&C approach plates, current VFR chart
  folded to area, current A/FD, handheld radio, GPS, extra batteries,
  extra fine tip pen, extra pencil, pencil sharpener, 
  extra small flashlight, extra coverups, tiny backup compass

  PREFLIGHT
1.   checklist - clipped securely to kneeboard
2.   shirt - with pocket
3.   coverups - in pocket
4.   pen - in pocket or on pen clip
5.   extra altitude bug - in pocket
6.   small flashlight - on cord around neck
7.   IFR enroute map - folded to area, in plastic protector
8.   IFR IAP plates - in protectors, with MAP headings
9.   fuel - maximum consistent with safety
10.  C.G. - loaded forward for stability, calculated

  BEFORE START
11.  lifejackets/pyro - for overwater flight
12.  VOR check - within 30 days, note error
13.  altitude bug - on altimeter, spit on back
14.  GPS nav head and annunciators - covered
12.  flight bag - belted in back seat
16.  small swivel flashlight - clipped to visor
17.  extra pen and pencil - clipped to kneeboard
18.  clearance - obtained on handheld, then handheld stowed

  TAXI AND RUNUP
19.  shoulder strap - clip is secure
20.  mag compass - shows known heading, full of fluid, swings
21.  DG - reset for taxi, knob is free
22.  audio panel - check if speaker works, high sensitivity
23.  DG bug - set for runway heading
24.  nav 1 - set for outbound guidance, if available
25.  nav 2 - set for "next" guidance
26.  pitot heat - on for entire flight
27.  pilot and passenger door - closed and locked
28.  mag compass - matches runway heading

  POST FLIGHT
29.  flashlight - remove from visor, stowed
30.  altitude bug - remove from altimeter, stowed
31.  lifejackets/pyro - remove
32.  VOR check - record if done
33.  flight bag - removed from airplane