Getting ready for .5 conversion

[FullMetalGrave]

Hi All,

I am getting ready to do a .5 crt conversion (still need to buy the car) and I have a few questions before I get started. I have a Mamba 4600 motor and Mamba Max esc that I would like to use so here are my questions:

1. To my understanding, the Mamba motor shaft is 1/8". After looking on this site at pinions, the only 1/8" pinion I see is the 32 pitch one for the E-Maxx. Will that work on the .5 crt or do I need a different pinion? I was just going to use the stock center diff and not change anything.

2. After reading a lot of posts, I see that the Mamba combo may have some issues with heat or not being strong enough. I am looking at running either a 2s or 3s lipo. What are the potential problems?

I won't be racing the car, just bashing with it. I appreciate any help.