As for reccommending a starter box, IMO the Ofna Truggy starter box is the best one out there currently (I have 2 of them). All the guys/gals that has this starter box will tell you the same thing. Has enough power to start new tight pinch engines without breaking a sweat.
Here is the box:
http://www.amainhobbies.com/product_...ducts_id/12542