I should have put this above, this is what I am running:

4:1 Taigen gearboxes
Clark TK22 installed and programmed for IR Battle using Tamiya IR Code.
Tamiya IR emitter and Tamiya Battle Unit
Clark Servo elevation and servo recoil installed.
TARR metal smoke unit.
HKT6 Radio System 2.4ghz Hobby Grade

Will the above configuration work with the 9x?

How hard is it for a person with basically no RC knowledge to set up that unit?

I looked it up and they seem to come without a receiver: how do I know which one I would need to buy?

I take it the buttons are on the controller? It is hard to see on the pictures what is there.

I need to put a right stick return kit on my current transmitter so I would consider buying a new one if it makes the tank easier for my son and I to run.

Thanks for the input!

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