Questions about Converting an Xray-XB808? Please Help! :)

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Many of the RCM users have converted their XB808 buggies. I have just ordered the RCM-808 mounts from a fellow user here which I'm going to install in one of my XB808 buggies. I'm wondering if there are any important finding within the conversion to add to my list of "How to do it" ? I will also be using your information and help by sending it to my fellow TeamXray Canada Drivers (CanwestRC), as we are planning to have E-808 buggies added to the races we attend. Any information provided for the following questions would be greatly appreciated!!!

We're very interested in hearing about;

What motor/ESC combos work best? (please provide links)

Where and what pinion gears should we be using? OR are you guys using a clutch setup? (please provide links)

Where is the best positions to install the battery tray and ESC? (please show pics)

What choices of batteries are being 'raced' with on the tracks? (please provide links)

Is there any fine tunning we need to be aware of before we take it to the track?

Do we need mechanical braking setup or this the ESC braking sufficient enough without over heating?