Yeah i wouldnt have expected any problems straight out of the box but hey such is life, i will be checking my gear mesh tonight when i get home and can spend a bit of time on it, i have an SCX10, been through water, mud, sand and my nans washing basket but the only noise thats made was squealy universals and i just put a bit of grease on them, squeal sorted. Thanks for all replies, i will let you know.