Yeah- i'm new to MAX too (I learned a few things in Milkshape then a load more in XSI).
I've surfed for really good MAX tuts, but like anything in life, you get what you pay for. For a relatively small outlay, you can purchase really good tuts, especially the ones by Kurt at
http://www.simplymax.com/
There are some free ones as well, but it'll be a slow d/load to non-members tho.
Do check it out...
SoftImage|XSI 4.2 Advanced
3DS MAX 5 & 7 Academic
Milkshape 1.7.10, Blender 2.42
Ultimate Unwrap 2.28
Paintshop Pro X, XBOX 360