Why does this Boolean Difference not create solids?

 From:  chippwalters
7039.7 In reply to 7039.6 
Thanks Michael for the *TREMENDOUS* customer support and clear explanation. This was my first model and there's a chance I did something wrong. I'm working on another model right now and am having some similar problems and I'll try your technique and see if I can't fix. THANKS AGAIN!

(BTW, I'm pretty familiar with a lot of different apps. I own Lightwave, FormZ, Modo, SketchUp Pro, and use a couple other freebies for various other things-- and I have to say YOURS is the easiest BY FAR to date, w/regard to get up and running. I think I have all of 4 hours in by now and feel very comfortable. Thanks for paying attention to the UX-- really helps.)