I bought a buggy from ebay and After running it 2 times it doesn't start up. I noticed that the rear drive shaft and joint is missing. Even after adjusting the carb needle as it says in the manual, it still doesn't start. My Local hobby shop doesn't carry parts for this buggy, could you give me a couple online places where I can get parts fast. I live in california. I have noticed that rc mart and other online stores with smartech parts ship from china. I would like to find one from Los angeles or somewhere in california. Raiden tech sells the part I need, but they are out of stock. Could I substitute other manafacturer parts for my buggy? Also, this is my first gas nitro car, what should I upgrade in advance that will prevent the buggy from needing to be fixed. Sorry for all the questions, this is my first post on the forum. Any help would be appreciated.

Parts needed

73mm drive shaft and joint

Also, need to determine how to get back to working condition.

Name- speedy tiger nitro buggy 1:10 60mph force speed

info
Powerful 15CXP engine equipped with slide carburetor.
Original muffler and air filter.
Differential with built-in front and rear bevel gears.
4 Wheels Drive System with shaft drive
Double wishbone suspension arms with adjustable width.
No-Flex chassis design for better performance
Alloy Aluminum upper plate and chassis
Oil-filled aluminum dampers
Disc-Shaped brake system
Front universal joint shaft
80 cc Fuel Pressure Tank
High impact wheels
High traction radial tires
Servo server linkage system
2 Channel pistol radio system INCLUDED!


Specifications:
Length----------------------------400mm (16")
Width-----------------------------245mm (9.7")
Wheelbase-------------------------270mm (10.8")
Tread (F/R)-----------------------245mm (9.8")
Wheel Diameter (F)----------------88X34mm (3.5X1.4")
Wheel Diameter (R)----------------88X41mm (3X1.7"")
HIGH SPEED Gear Ratio
Weight----------------------------1900g
Engine-------------------------15CXP (.15 Size)