If you intend to use the Family permit route, the correct form to use is the VAF1
http://uk.visapro.com/Download/Form-VAF1.pdf
As Indicated in an earlier post, the chances of a family permit of being refused are virtually nil.
The only reasons for an outright refusal would be if you enter false details or the wife has some sort of criminal record.
The first visa will be valid for 6 months, and you can apply for a 5 year residence card at any time within the 6 months.
All is free of charge for genuine bona fide EEA nationals and their spouses.
From the moment she lands she will be entitled to take up employment and all it entails.
We done it, waited about 6/7 weeks.
Jet has been here since last September, and has been working for the last couple of months.
Good luck