My first buggy kit....Its a Ve8.

Hi guys,

Well I recently decided to get back in the hobby. I picked up a Hot Bodies Ve8 a few weeks ago @TH for a pretty good price. This is my first buggy. This also my first kit build. Opened the box and everything seemed pretty straight forward on the build until while putting the rear diff together I stripped the screws This sucks!!

Well I have to order screws. I think Im going to get the aluminum skids. Anyone here have experience with them? They seem like a worthwhile investment.

I still havent decided what motor esc I want to run. I have a new Novak 5.5HV pro system that I picked up cuz the price was right. I also have a MMM 2200 laying around but I think Im going to be running this on 4s due to the smaller battery tray. I think I may give the Novak a try. Anyone have any gearing suggestions?