I finally completed rooting my desire! :-)
It took me 2 days, with problems every step of the way! After each problem, had to browse for the solution, and really took a lot of time. But got it rooted finally, and installed AuraxTSense 8.0 ROM. So now can relax and enjoy the new makeover... No regrets so far. Still 122Mb left on internal storage after restoring apps via Titanium backup, and adding a few more apps.

One 'problem' i have is my Maxis mobile network is always on 'E' now. No more H, G, or 3G. Already used the APN settings on the first page.
And this is at multiple locations. Anybody can help me out?

It Works!!
Thanks a lot for the tip bro..