SCX10-II Kit vs RTR - Which to buy?

Below is several choices for Motors, ESC's, and Servos!
Brushless Motor Combo Choice #1: $269.98
Castle Creations Mamba X:
Holmes Hobbies Puller Pro 540 BL 3500KV:
Brushless Motor Combo Choice #2 - $249.98
Tekin Racing ROC 412 3100 KV:
Tekin RX4:
Brushed Motor Combo #1 - $149.98
Holmes Hobbies Torquemaster Expert 27t or 35t:
Holmes Hobbies BRXL ESC:
Brushed Motor Combo #2 - $139.99
Tekin 35t Motor and FXR Combo:
Brushed Motor Combo #3 - $74.98
Holmes Hobbies Trailmaster Motor:
Castle Creations SV3:
Servo Choices:
Choice #1 - $149.99 - Top of the line
Futaba S9177SV:
Choice #2 - $99.99
Protek 370TBL:
Choice #3 - $59.99 - Budget Option
My Battery Choice:
Duratrax 5000mah 3s Lipo:
MaxAmps 4000mah 3s Lipo:
I only run 3s Lipo, and I suggest you do as well to get the most from your motor! As far as what battery you run, there are too many options to list.
My suggested Radio choice
Futaba 4PV:
Additional RX's:
Futaba 2106GF:
How to remove stock tires from glued on RTR wheels:
Preheat Oven to 325
Place tires on cookie sheet
Bake tires for 20 mins
Remove from oven and remove the bead from the wheel on the side that is facing up
Flip tires over and put back in the oven for 5 mins
Remove from oven and completely remove tire from the wheel