RE: fast+strong
I like the idea of a schumacher too, but It is around $550. I am not sure how available parts are either.
try the gs storm truggy [link=http://www.gsracing.com/gsracing/page.asp]here[/link]
or
the CEN 1/10 Nitro ST Stadium Truck 4WD RTR (2 speed trans installed)
T-CEN9224 [link=http://www.hobbytron.net/ST-Stadium-Truck-(2-speed-transmission-pre-installed).html?AID=10289758&PID=1377434]here[/link]