[scottcuban]

That was a lot to take in but I believe I understand basically everything you said. It sounds much less complicated than what I have heard (and read) on the TGM. I am confused about something and this may be me putting the cart before the horse, I don't know, but here goes....
I believe I am a hitter as opposed to a swinger. I see what the basic differences are between the two, but obviously have much to learn. Isn't the hitter basically going at the ball on the right forearm plane? I can feel very powerful thrusting the right forearm (and heel of the right hand) at the ball and through the ball. How does this affect the grip? Do I need a strong left (lead) hand grip with the right palm's heel inline with the plane line? How does the club then get on the left arm plane? What am I missing here?
Again, I apologize if I am getting ahead of myself and focusing incorrectly here. I am just trying to get a little better with what has been driving me nuts so far. I have been playing for a while and read and studied much and have had some degree of success (15 hcp) but I want to get to the next level and be more consistent.
Thank you again for your patience and time.