Rochr, If you are concerned about 3DS MAX you could go to descreet's site and DL GMAX; the interface is similar enough from what I understand, that you can get a jump start on MAX that way. Sweden to L.A.- man That'll be an adventure for sure. If you can see about getting your old job back if it doesn't work out for you in LA that would be the clincher for sure! I sez: "Yeah, go for it! -you gotta get that lambo' somehow!" Congratulations!, - TJ