Can any one help me?

[MetallicAH2O]

im new to skinning and realy want to learn how. i just want to start off by skining vehicles. can any one tell me
1. what software i need and where to get it
2. if there are any good websites or tutorials that explain how to both skin and how to use the software
thanks

[MetallicAH2O]

i forgot to add that i want to modd for halo 2 not 1