I did read the article on cold setting an older frame but I am not sure that is the route I want to go. I have two Ultegra cranks with Ultegra and Dura Ace Bottom brackets that I want to use for the crank set. Not sure if I will use my Force derailleur or not. I may stick with Shimano.

The Masi Gran Critium frame seems to go for Under $600.00 new but we do have some builders in the San Diego area I may check with. I will expand my search because I am in no hurry at this point. I can make sure I have all of the other parts before I get the frame.

Wogster, thanks for the suggestion but if you notice I live where fenders are needed about 10 or 12 days a year. The only tripple I have is my old MTB/Utility bike and I use a mid cage derailleur and a larger cassette on my road bikes for climbing. I am one of those people that doesn't have a Brooks bottom. If you remember my Viscount story that was the saddle it came with. There are two saddles that work well for me and I more than likely will stick with them. This new build will be more of a century and weekend coffee shop bike. One of the looks I am thinking of is the old classic road machine but with modern shifters and derailleurs. Off to do a local builder search.