Hey Guys,
First of all my apologies for the distorted GIF. I’ll rather upload an image file next time.
Thank you so much @spikeyxxx and @adrian2301 for your time and diagnosis on my little problem.
Man you gentlemen really know your stuff.
Martin, you were indeed correct in pointing out my bone’s Local X-Axis. Thank you for elaborating on this.
Adrian, you were also correct in stating to keep the Z-Axis facing up. Thank you for this great rule of thumb.
My shape key driver is now functioning properly.
The plan here is to delete the animation and use a Controller Bone instead to drive the shape.
I currently have 3 rigs (Hardcover, Pages, Lock) that will be controlled by a Master Controller.
You guys are the best!!!
Kind regards,
Bennie