Just ordered a vpi avenger

Congratulations. Nice setup.

Dropping that much dough, the dealer can at least setup the cartridge for it, if you also purchased a cart. Other than that, the setup is likely straight forward-unbox, follow instructions. Just make sure it's on a level surface.

From a dealers perspective it's more time/expense that needs to be accounted for. Doesn't hurt to ask. 

When you get a major appliance, delivery typically isn't free. Do tip them well, if they do.

Have the dealer set up your cart for the table, if you don't feel confident doing it yourself. Otherwise, it should be pretty straightforward assembling your new toy.

Good luck and happy listening.

Like ANYTHING, people are gonna like what they like.

You have a cool table. Hopefully you're using phonostage  that's capable of supporting a decent cartridge to hear what it will do. With a table like that, you can't cheap out with a $1K phonostage & $500 cartridge.