Yes AKFireMedic, I was referring to the bronse bushing, but I didn't know the name of it. In my original post I said my serial is #15xxx. Do I have to completely blow the engine before they will replace it? Right now the bronse bushing is starting to come apart but has not completely broke, and the rod "looks" ok.

ncgrunt, my logic is this, If I am going to drop $200 in JUST a motor, why not buy a WHOLE truck for $500. The money isn't a problem except for the fact I just spent $600 on a truck that I'd expect to actually USE without constanly sending the motor in for a replacement. If I buy a motor, then that is $800+ for this truck. I too had to choose between the LST and Revo, and you see what I picked. I was a loyal Traxxas user owning a T-Maxx, Rustler, 4-Tech, and Stampede. All of which are still using the original motors with no major problems other than "normal" wear and tear.