Since I had the Ranson out the last couple of days, I decided to search the web, and of course this BF thread is the only thing still out in cyberland. I ended up with the OP's frame & fork (he kept the components), and have kitted it out with mostly Cyclone, and an odd 7 speed 52/34 up front with a 12/22 (?) freewheel drivetrain. Makes for interesting shifting at times.

If there are any more Ransons out there, post 'em.