1) learn licks for each scales and be creative

2) dont rely too much on tabs and try to figure out some simple solo's by urself.

3)loose the locks at the nut first then tune the guitar. tighten the locks back(it will slightly go out of tune a bit) and use the little knobs at the bridge to tune it back look on youtube and u'll get the idea

4)lol we got the same guitar. i think most of the guitar shop sells it