Sounds like a great project!..
Comments:

4s is ok, but why not with two 3s = 6s here is site for some Zipy's 3s.
https://www.hobbycity.com/hobbycity/...idProduct=6350
Get a external BEC for your MMM = CC
http://www.rc-monster.com/proddetail...stlebec&cat=21
Use the liquid dye not the powder!..
Any two channel radio will work; I picked up a Spektrum DX2.0 used for $120 (2.4 ghz)
Make sure you get the mod 1 pinions and spur gears. Jato spur work great and give you options.
A true carbon wing will shatter on you, I use this one and it held of months of bashing
http://www.impaktrc.com/product_info...0e44341af7ef3f
You might want to check out my E-Revo build for ideas:
http://www.rc-monster.com/forum/showthread.php?t=11434
Questions:

The is the VDP (variable dampening pistons) got a linc ?
Wheelie bar(traxxas) Got a lic ?
Are you getting this trans (?)
http://www.rc-monster.com/proddetail.php?prod=GMX07-TR
Looking forward to see some progress, sounds like a great project and best of luck..
Have a great one and thanks for posting and
WELCOME to the monster..
Shaun.