You have only stated Losi 8. Does that mean the 1.0 version or the 2.0 version?

If you get the 2.0 RTR version you should also get with that package a very good 2.4 tx/rx as well as a starter box (because the Losi RTR comes with an engine that does not have a pull start or easy roto start)

This sways my personal opinion towards the Losi 2.0 RTR....if that was within my budget.

Having said that, the first thing I would do is change out the servos for higher end versions.

I wish you luck and whatever you do, have fun...