I would also suggest going to RC-Monster.com and their forums - they really are THE best 1/8 brushless forums around. Full of many knowledgeable people, many conversions, and most importantly, lots of experience.
http://www.rc-monster.com/forum/
Oh, and, AmiSMB. Why Maxamps?!? They are overpriced, and overrated! You only have to read for 5 minutes on the RC-Monster forums to find some pretty good evidence of this!