I read that they are new, but maybe after your 1st practices, send the shocks out and have them dyno-ed and rebuilt as needed. They should help you with valving ideas for tracks and conditions; or maybe the seller or Super Shox has data on that exact set which you can begin to try to understand.

This one sounds set, but engine/fuel management dyno tuning is great too (as an idea, it was always over my budget though) - and of course clean the system out after every time it runs - if u can purge it with gas, that can be ok at times.

Only other thing I would say I "know" about chain drive cars, is to keep up on the chains. Replace often (like over this off-season; and then after every few races/practice sessions), have spares, and clean and re-lube every week.

Keep up on wheel bearings too.