Had not completed the installation of the canopy ejection/relase mechanism earlier and finally had to decide on a configuration. The instrument panel layout was not conducive to an in-flight release and had decided to use the T-handle as a canopy removal on the ground, with the T-handle straight down.
The other problem was interference of the bolts and nuts on various objects. Today I resolved the fastener issues, not a problem. But the T-handle did not get finished yet.
Lifting the canopy into position solo is a risky and delicate task.