Thanks Bob. You havbe been a great help.
I figured out that with my type of signs not being squared up on the edges but instead left as the outer part of a log, that I will need a carving sled to get this accomplished with this machine. And since I have a long commenment to supply 1000+ signs over the next couple of years that the 5 yr extended warranty from sears was a must. Although they want $299.00 for that warranty now. Anyways I feel for the simple fact that I will need this machine running for some time,the warranty will surely pay for itself over the next couple of yaers. I downloaded the software And ordered the compucarve. Now to find some good carving sled designs.
I will post more of what I'm doing sign wise later on. Looks like I will be adding the center text right of the bat too. I am glad bob that you answered it doesnt seem to lively in here.
Thanks ScottS