I still consider myself as a relative 'Newb" on here, although apparently i'm an Officionado..
Thanks for everyones help so far, knowing that I can ask a dumb arse question and still get an informed response to be put on the right track if needed is always good to know.
So please take this as a general thumbs up for every reply someone has taken the time to respond to, and an even greater thanks for the parts people have been able to make available along the way.
I hope to one day be able to pay something forward, but it may take a little while.