I'm not one for getting pissed about what other people have to say but 241 have you ever owned a Traxxas? Better yet, if you have, did you know how to drive it? You are so so sad. Sorry buddy better luck with your new brand of RC.
Me and 241 like to talk "frankly",which is why we seem a bit like a newb to you....
If you'd sit a Traxxas truck next to an HPI or Losi truck and then strip each truck of its parts,you will see why we keep telling you that Traxxas simply sucks!
Be smart about your driving and anything will last.
I see a HPI truck sailing 20ft. in the air....Smart driving!

I see a Traxxas truck sailing 20ft. in the air...Smart driving??I don't think so...
If you have a Traxxas truck,you are limited where and how you drive.
Sure smart driving will keep parts from breaking,but you won't have fun bashing.