newbie considering rc8b, someone critique my shopping cart?
 

Hey all,

I'm looking to get back into the hobby after I took a long break. I had an HPI Rs4 nitro rally and was just too young back then to afford keeping up with the hobby. Now that money is no longer as much of an issue, I also have the time and therefore am looking to get back into rc's! I'm planning on bashing have fun ,and eventually try out some tracks and possibly give racing a shot.

I've read a lot about the AE RC8B and it seems to fit my budget. All the other buggies I've considered (MBX6, Xray808, Hyper 9) are a bit more expensive. Plus I get to build it!

Below is the shopping cart I've put together on AMainhobbies so far. Please critique it and let me know if I'm spending money where I don't need to and vice versa. Again, money isnt as much of an issue but spending wisely goes a long way as well.

Some items such as fuel and paint arent included because I will be going to a LHS for that (Houston anyone?)

btw, is there any reason why I would want a Baja 5B SS? :sneaky:i'm intrigued.. anyways here's the list!

Thanks in advance,
David

EXL16001 - Excel Light Duty Knife w/Safety Cap
$2.19 1 $2.19
HCAP3000 - Hobbico After Run Engine Oil
$2.49 1 $2.49
GHH00501B - GH Racing Aluminum Fuel Filter (Blue)
$2.99 1 $2.99
PAAPT42 - Pacer Z-42 Blue Thread Locker (0.20oz)
$3.69 1 $3.69
ODO97T - O'Donnell #97T 1/8 Off-Road Medium Turbo Glow Plug (1)
$4.99 2 $9.98
RDL73320 - RD Logics Curved Lexan Scissors
$5.09 1 $5.09
DYN1050 - Dynamite 6 Cell 7.2V NiMH "Speed Pack" Flat Battery Pack (1800mAh)
$9.99 2 $19.98
PRO9021-00 - Pro-Line Badlands XTR 1/8 Buggy Tires (2)
$17.99 2 $35.98
ASC1738 - Team Associated Factory Team Rechargeable Glow Starter
$24.99 1 $24.99
ASC612 - Reedy 1600 Series NiMH Hump Receiver Pack (6.0V/1600mAh)
$25.49 1 $25.49
ASC610 - Reedy 447-S AC/DC 4-7 Cell NiMH/NiCd Peak Prediction Charger
$39.99 1 $39.99
OFN10245 - OFNA 1/8 And 1/10 Off Road Starter Box
$54.99 1 $54.99
OFN10056 - OFNA 086 Polished Off Road Tuned Pipe
$55.99 1 $55.99
ASC29166 - Team Associated DS1313 High Performance Digital Servo w/Heatsink
$82.99 1 $82.99
ASC29167 - Team Associated DS1015 High Torque/Speed Digital Servo w/Heatsink
$99.99 1 $99.99
NVRN21RBF-LIMITED - Novarossi N21R-BF Limited Edition .21 Off Road 3 Port Buggy Engine (Standard Plug)
$139.99 1 $139.99
ASC80902 - Team Associated Factory Team RC8B 4WD Off-Road Buggy Kit (Updated!)
Note: This item is not eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping
$459.99 1 $459.99