Thanks for your input. I have never heard of Viacad but will look into it. I would like to stay with Bobcad as it's the only system I have ever used but just wondering if there was and I know there is a better system out there that would lend itself to somebody like me that doesn't use the program on a regular basis. 99% of my work doesn't require solid model just 2 D work, I guess it just looks cool to look at a solid model. I must admit I did see my friend using Solidworks and it was different and goes against the grain but man was it quick. based on what you pay for Bobcad you can't get everything right.
Ray.