I didnt need much, and the biggest item was the heatsink, so I went the cheap route
I cant take much credit for the conversion. RazorRacer did most it. I eliminated the radio tray, creating the need for the servo standoffs, installed a WK spur gear on there because it was almost a direct fit, and did the longer shocks for more travel.
I know Mod 1 gears are stronger, but I have a million 48p pinions laying around and only one Mod 1 that came with the truck, so I swapped it over to 48p to save money basically.
Builing 1/10 and 1/1 off road vehicles is a life long sport, requiring endless amounts of time, money and dedication.