I recently learned that I MAY need to start shooting in 24P will my new Firestore 4 Pro HD let me shoot in that mode?

yup. no problemo. Firestore figures out automatcially if it's HDV1 or HDV2 and what framerate. Older versions might not recognize 60p without an firmware upgrade.

Holy crap! I thought I was finally o.k. Videoguys sent me the first one it wouldnt charge then they sent me another one the battery wouldnt hold a charge. Then they sent me a new battery I shoot some footage connect it to my computer IT CATCHES ON FIRE!!!! I quit its going back for a refund.

So that's why its called "Fire" store?! "sorry guys, just couldn't resist.. damn thats pretty nasty Randy, i think you should get it from B&H. My friend got me my FS from them and its good and reliable.