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Excellent advice as usual Alan, thanks very much.
Couple of comments:
Re 5. Oversteer out of a corner? As you say, usually caused by driver error in flattening the throttle too early. Electronic controllers often have an acceleration control, if you dial this back then it will delay full power kick in slightly and help smooth your corner exit without compromising straight line speed.

If you are prone to overturning your car into the 'dead turtle' position then put a lane sticker on the base of the car as well so the marshal has a head start in putting you back on. Don't forget to change it with each heat though or it may end badly!