yes mad max here i go- id get the xb8 and not just because i got one. you cant beat the deal and i havent had a prob. 1 w/ mine. my kyosho is good but i always found myself working on it every pit[] and from other sites ive seen pro racers talk about the xb8 just dont wear out as quick. if you have the motor and stuff this would be a great choice. rc-mushroom has ALL the parts cheap as heck. like $4 for a-arms ,uprights,ect. all the breakables that you want as spares. i was going to get a 777 and everyone said not to try out the new kid on the block and all i got to say it has been a pleasure . and i know you would be pleased.