I've got a Pearl Vision Bop kit (18 bass, all the shells are birch) that I absolutely love. Not sure if you can still find them, but I would recommend them any day. The snare was quickly replaced but the toms and bass are great.
I use this lift:
I use this thing for my 18" bass drum and it works wonderfully. I can't see any reason it wouldn't work for a floor tom. It rests just behind the hoop. The rubber holds it in place and it doesn't move. I especially love that it doesn't require any modification or clamping. Might be worth looking into for your floor tom.
You talking about the $40 one? You probably are not going to find anything cheaper than that without building it yourself.
http://www.amazon.com/Dixson-BDL-100-Bass-Drum-Lift/dp/B001RXY44C