1/5 scale brushless monster conversion. tips welcomed.

[Ryu James]

so get this guys. a 1/5 scale on road was donated to me yesterday by a friend and neighbor. basically new, been driven once. so of course i have to get rid of that dirty gas motor-i will use it for my weed-wacker!!

anyway, this should be a very fun project. the chasis is perfectly suited for a conversion and will hold the batts and motor, esc perfect.

so here are the 2 options i am thinking.

1. Neu 1527 1.5D/10 cell lipo/ MGM esc Max RPM = 55,500

2. Neu 1527 2D/ 12 cell lipo/ MGM esc Max RPM = 51,060

i am actually leaning toward the 2nd setup but perhaps someone can explain:
MGM has a controller that is capable of 10 cell and 250+ amps. however, the 12 cell capable controller only handles 100 amps. why is this? and would it be sufficient? it doesnt make sense why they would have 6 cell controllers that push 300 amps but a 12 cell cap. esc with only 100 amps. please enlighten me

my current truggy and buggy both turn at about 55k rpm and do 60-70 mph depending on my gearing. i am thinking this 1/5 car will do 60 mph.

also, anyone know where to get 8mm bore pinion gears?

here are some pics of the 1/5 monster. my truggy is in the back to give an idea of the size. the pipe on this thing is huge. the disc brakes (very cool) are massive.

anyone out there converted a 1/5 before or know anyone that has? i am wondering how it turned out and what kind of setup they used. i would love any info relating to 1/5 scale covnersion if any exists.