I downloaded this "Enterprise" model:

http://www.the3dstudio.com/product_details.aspx?id_product=48128

and was able to import it into WED and MED, but when I compile it into my level I get error messages.

when I try to engine preview in MED, I get
error E1308:

"ENTERPRISE.MDL; Bad Mesh size (.64k faces)"

when I put it in my WED level, and compile, I get the same message.

Also, the top of the saucer and part of the lip of the saucer's edge is black.

Can someone take a look at it and tell me how to fix it?
I realize if i change the mesh the skins probably won't fit, right?

My experience is limited so far, but I would like to use this in something in the future. Thanks for any and all advice.