it won't take you several months. i just did it, and it's not rocket science. just don't be afraid of it. here's the thread for the build i'm working on, which is more complex than the SS you're building: http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?680528

if the frame doesn't have a bottom bracket already installed, find out the width & threading of your bottom bracket. that will be something like 68mm, and it's either "english" (non-drive side is reverse threaded) or "italian" (regular threaded both sides).

Check out a build kit, maybe? http://www.excelsports.com/main.asp?...ajor=8&minor=2