I really do want to go for the 2500K... problem is that if I do, I might not get enough for a 6870 in about a week, not sure how much I'll get :/ IDK, kinda on the line. I think I've got everything else sorted out, but thanks for the help. It looks pretty similar to your recommendations, but a bit different. Also I think I'll just get a PCI firewire card when I end up needing it... I can use my current computer for video importing for now.
http://secure.newegg.com/WishList/Pu...umber=14204609
plus a 2400 or 2500K, whichever I decide. The excitement is building
EDIT: oooh, just found this:
http://www.centralcomputers.com/comm...oduct_id=78306 Basically $195 after shipping to my postal code.