FLM Forward Conversion Build

Well as I posted today in the FLM ...... in the Nude thread I pulled the trigger on a savage build. In this thread I will go through the build for anyone who is interested. I have built several RC trucks and a few brushless. My previous brushless experience was with 1/18th scale. I have a LST 2 (for sale) that I enjoyed but just couldn't stand all of the tuning and what not. I work a lot and want something I can just bash at the drop of a hat.

By the way, to introduce myself my name is Shon. I am a 27 year old from down in Houston. When I'm not messing with RC cars or playing golf I'm a Financial Advisor and MBA student..... Blah Blah Blah

So here are the specs on my build thus far. Its pretty over the top I know, I have a tendency to do that (bad tendency?).

Ordered today:

Savage X SS Kit
Savage X dual pad slipper
Savage 3 Speed Conversion (Not the pre-built one)
FLM Brushless Conversion
FLM Hybrid Bulks
FLM Extended Arm Set
FLM Shock Towers
Neu 1521/1y/S
MGM 22418
Flightpower 6s 5000mah Lipo
Pinions - 15t, 16t, 17t, 19t
Steering Servo - Hitec HSC-5998TG

Parts I had:

Brake Servo - Spektrum whatever.......
Spektrum DX3
Hyperion 1210i Charger

That pretty much sums it up. I bought the 3 speed not really because I think it will help performance in anyway, I just though the metal gears might be more durable. I know this thing is going to be heavy with all of that aluminum, but I want the drive train to be able to take the abuse and the truck to be able to take the bashing. It won't be a beauty queen. I'll have to learn how to post pictures so I can keep the project up to date step by step.

My e-savage went on ebay today and my LST 2 will be soon to follow.

If you were doing this build would you lock up the tranny and use the motor/esc for brakes and have reverse? Or stick with the disk brakes and not have reverse? I've read bad things about the HPI reverse module.

You input is welcome on this build.