Hi cableguy :o) If you're importing from Wings, you can either UVmap the object, or just set (and name!) different-coloured materials on various faces. Then, like pakled says, ctrl + left-click on an area of the object, and you'll be able to select the faces you need. Apply your material of choice, and Bob's your uncle ;) Here's a real rough quickie I did with a cylinder as a for-instance.....