i have that combo and it works amazing, plenty of power for drifting. the esc is basically a novak edge with a few more features. if you don't have one already get a rear spool. with the shocks stand the fronts up a lot and lay the rears down. dial in spme front and rear camber too. like 2.5+ degrees. why got new shocks? the stock ones are amazing? only thing better might be trfs. also get really soft springs.