I replaced the stock diamond drives on my 07 M8 and M1000 with the BDX. I wish I would've done it a long time ago. My M1000 was on it's 3rd drive(good thing for warranty). After a season with the BDX on each sled and not a single problem, I'd recommend the pro-lite drive for sure. Haven't seen any sleds converted like you're talking about doing, but think that would be an ideal setup.