I like to rip to my hdd with either dvd decryptor or dvd shrink (to remove unwanted languages and subpictures) set at no compression, with any dvd running in the background then edit out any trailors or previews with dvd remake leaving a functional menu then encode with either dvd shrink or dvd copy 3 (much faster than shrink with same quality) then finally burn with nero. If you're looking for the best results the answer would be RB/CCE although I personally don't use it but the big boys will agree. It is far superior for high compresion levels.
You guys are awesome! Using AnyDVD w/ DVD Decryptor (DVDShrink wouldn't work), I was finally able to get it to go through!!! Thanks a lot!