RE: LOSI XXL (Roller). Did I get a good DEAL?
The 1258's are like 43 bucks apiece... So, nearly twice if you get a pair.. Throw in the extra servo-horns and whatever you need for the Hitecs, and it works out.
(Not sure if the Savox have the same teeth-count as the JR... Just assuming that since Spektrum rebrands the Savox... So could be moot about saving hassle running Savox..)
He could also just get three(one as a backup) stock 650's for $70 shipped, and invest the rest elsewhere.. (and not have to mod anything..) All a question of budget and priorities...
I agree Hitec 7955's are the best, and that the Hobbicos are good value, but it's still a lot of money just for steering on one basher RC, that being overpowered with brushless won't ever really need top-end servos if it's only for bashing and high-speed runs... For racing, OK...
Anyway, everybody's got different budgets and priorities.. Whatever floats his boat...