If I had to choose, I'd go with shaft start over pull start, at least then you can avoid the blisters associated with a stuburn pull starter. You got the order right, and if you can afford a Hyper 8, that's a very good car. If you can stand to wait just a bit, and save another hundred bucks or so, the Turmoil RTR with DSM is a fantastic bargin. If you wanna wait a bit longer, the 8 RTR would be even better! Everyone who said you get what you pay for is absolutely right. I believe Ti turnbuckles are only options on RTRs, and are sometimes included with high end kits.