Just saw that Tamiya lowered the price on these Tamiya truggies again by $50. They are now only $150 for the kit. RC-Monster makes a conversion kit for these. Free shipping as well.
http://www.tamiyausa.com/product/ite...uct-id=49497SD
In my eyes it's a really good buy. I might buy one as a parts backup for that price.
Nick