the reason i was useing a model is because i saw it used in the star wars demo posted a while back in showcase 1 and it seemed to be just what i was after, i have tried doing this with particles but i failed miserably at that as well. i`ll try doing a partical function and hope for the best, if anyone can help solve this you`ll have my eternal gratitude, either useing particals or a model.
good luck with your studies logan, and thank you.