Originally Posted by dgregory57
Well now I am waffling... and would like to keep the appearance of stock on the Centurion if it can be done at reasonable cost...
Ok, then don't touch either and buy this Centurion frame at First Flight Bikes for $70:
http://www.firstflightbikes.com/Lframe16.JPG
Either that, or go for the cheaper Centurion frame for $20:
http://www.firstflightbikes.com/Lframe25.JPG
...and build up the one of your choice with whatever components come to mind. My LBS has tons of higher-end VLW components (both expensive and reasonably priced), if you need help with some components.
Take care,
-Kurt