RE: tuning question
Shortening the draw by twisting the string can be a good thing. Just be aware that depending on how much it is shortened will also decrease the weight range. If you have the limb bolts backed out any you can always crank them down to increase the weight. If they are all the way in now then you will probably have to live with the weight loss.
Personally, I'll take the loss to optimize the draw length any day.