Excellent read Kyle
Sorry to hear about all the problems with your graphics sponsor... I could tell you some stories about some of the flakes I've had to deal with but we won't go there.
Hey, do you run with a full sway bar up front or do you disconnect the passenger side stabilizer link for more traction? I noticed your rear wheel just off the ground in the Photo Reflect shot. (Is your battery in the rear?)
It sounds like your times are respectable in your run group and that you better yourself with each run. I'm sure with your upcoming mods you'll be knocking seconds off...