VPI Classic setup tools


I would like to learn properly setup my TT. It`s a VPI Classic 1 with JMW-10.5i tonarm with an Ikeda 9TT cartridge.
I am a beginner, so I`d like to buy some reasonable expensive tools what could make the work easier. What would you recommend? I own a good stylus force scale gauge already.
I was thinking about to buy the following :

Soundsmith Counter "Intuitive" azimuth
GrooveTech GT-2 MKII Alignment Gauge
Hesitating between Mint Best Tractor made for VPI tonearm or Dr. Feickert Universal Protractor

Ultimate Analogue Test LP

What else would you buy or am I covered with the tools above? I`d like to set the SRA to 92 degrees but I don`t want to buy a digital microscope if it can be done any other way.


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Thank you all for the tips! I am planning to have the same tools until end of my life, but not looking to spend a fortune either.

Millercarbon. I am truly amazed over your achievement. Your setup is amazing. I showed to my wife and told her: We are getting there soon.. :D She wasn`t too happy, but understood, everybody needs some hobby to perfect, and I am willing to take the learning curve.
MoFi Geodisk looks awesome, but hesitating between, and Chaksters recommendation. Dr. Feickert. The price difference here doesn`t matter.

Fozgometer can be useful, but I am not convinced about what it could help more than a Geodisk or Dr. Feickert. And which fozgometer? I would go for a cheaper one, here.

Ultimate Analogue Test LP and the Soundsmith Counter Intuitive seems like worth to buy.