Should I get a .5?

I was thinking about getting a CRT .5, how do you guys like yours? Are they just as good for bashing as racing?

I have seen a lot of nice conversions out there and I would like to do one myself. What motor would you guys recommend? I have a mm so I don't need a new spedo. How long on average would a 8000mah lipo last just bashin around?

I was gonna dump all my money into my E-maxx but I found a great deal on a .5. How much money does it take to make a .5 electric?

Sorry for all the questions, I just need some opinions. Thanks!