Converting Kyosho ST-R, new to brushless conversions...

[pumpkinfish]

I have been lurking for a while now trying to educate my self on a brushless conversion as well as lipo technology. I need some help as I am ready to take my first steps towards starting a conversion. It seems that there are more people doing buggies than truggies, but after racing the two for the past year I am certain I want to convert the truggy unless there is some overwhelming reasons I should stick to the buggy.

I am going to use my Kyosho ST-R with BCE extended chassis for the conversion. I will be racing this at club races and will need at least 40 minutes run time on a pack. As for budget, I want to purchase quality electronics and do it properly. Please guide in me in making a best value choice and not just purchasing on price alone. I have learnt my lesson in the past taking shortcuts.

So far I know I was planning the following parts but don't know what I need exactly to compete effectively with nitro truggies: motor w/motor mount, esc, lipo, Kyosho plastic spur with mod1 pinions and battery tray. Am I missing anything? I have an ICE charger, will this work for a 4s 8000hv lipo (assuming this is the proper lipo for a truggy)? What lipo balancer is good to use?

Finally, how do setups differ with a brushless setup? Do I need to use thicker diff oil, lighter oils? Also, how long does it take to charge packs? If I only buy one lipo pack, would I be able to practice then have enough time to be able to charge up before the mains?

Thanks for the patience with a new guy :027: