RE: Muggy break-in
Hey man,
Don't give up yet. Nitro RC does have a steep learning curve, but it will be very rewarding when you get the hang of it. I suggest that if you bought the truck from a hobby shop that you take it there and ask for some advice. Hopefully, they will at least get you on the right track and show you some basics. I also suggest that you take a couple of days and really read as many nitro forums as possible. Look at posts by people that have problems/tuning issues with their engines etc. Granted, not all the advice given is good, but it will point you in the general direction of where you need to go. You can search the internet for nitro tuning basics as well and start compiling as much information as possible.
When I first got a nitro I thought too that I was going to sell it that night!! I got terribly frustrated and thought of just turning back to my electrics. I learn something each day about nitro RC by reading forums etc. As you gain knowledge, the easier it gets!!
-Chris