I feel pretty bummered about how you received a defective t34, especially since it was a bday gift to yourself. . . It sure is disappointing when anything doesn't work as advertised or comes broken or damaged. I know . . . I recently puchased a pricey rc chopper only to have it banged up during transit. we're still here for you. We hope this first taste of tanking won't turn you away from the hobby. Let us know what happens next and what information you need that we may able to provide.