Thanks for the input.
Got another question- still need to buy an ESC. I already have a Novak 17.5t brushless motor and would like an ESC with LiPo cut-off.
I would like something that doesn't a whole lot since I am starting out, and have been looking at a Havoc 1s with a low-profile heatsink conversion (can't find height spec for it), as well as a Speed Passion Cirtix Inspire V2.0 (18mm height w/o cooling fan). The SP GT2.0 LPF Brushless ESC is a possibility as well, but I'm not sure if I want to spend that much (although it is 24mm high).
-How much clearance do I have between the chassis and the body?
-Is there anything else that you guys would recommend? (trying not to spend too much)
Thanks again