the best tutorial/reference for 3ds are the ones that come with it. If
that's not enough, there are some books for tips and tricks. Maybe a
dealer can let you know of some.
3D Studio Applied, by Nancy Fulton, will be out soon… mid to late
November. It contains tips, tricks, and tutorials for 3D Studio
(Release 3) Sells for $39.95 and has a CD-ROM to boot, with all sorts
of goodies on it. To order, call 1-800-598-6008. You can be among
the first to get the book when it rolls off the presses! Sandy
Lurins Editor, CADalyst Magazine