I would be transferring parts over... everything, in fact, except for the bottom bracket, which I would be replacing. When I said the only stock items left were frame, the headset, the stem, and the bottom bracket, I meant that all the other parts have been upgraded/replaced along the way. The bike is currently functional. I commuted on it this AM.

I already have a 1-1/8" threadless fork (Cross Check) and headset, upgraded wheels (Velocity Dyad), Shimano drivetrain (Altus RD and shifters), butterfly trekking bars, etc.

What I am considering doing is buying the Nashbar touring frame for $99 sometime it's on sale (as it is now) and a new BB. I'm really just trying to milk as much as I can out of my current gear while I work to save up for an LHT. I figure $120 or so (more if with seatpost purchase) on Nashbar with sale/discount is a good deal as it would address the issues I have w/ my current frame (mostly that it's too small for me and is an advertisement for crappy bikes [all the damn Schwinn stickers on the bike]).

I've seen the Windsor Tourist online before, but I've already settled/compromised when it comes to my current bike, and I refuse to settle for less than what I want for my next bike, so it's LHT or bust in the long term for me.

Sounds like the fenders (which I also already have on my current frame) should fit fine, though. I may have a workable temporary upgarde solution here with this frame...

Thanks for the feedback.