Thanks Fred,
I will give it a try this coming week.
I am really quite happy with my work flow (Adobe LR 85% of time Adobe PS-CS4 the other 15%.
My workflow will also incorporate NIK software into each of the above and then when print day arrives I have always used (98%) Qimage with LR or CS the other 2%.
I was just concerned (re my original post) that I might not be using the 'most appropriate' settings in ACR and as I replied - It's not broken so I am still a happy camper and appreciate the quick responses and advice.
Thanks,
Art