Many current and neophyte framebuilders meet on this list to exchange information:
http://www.phred.org/
It's a jolly bunch and as long as you mind your manners, they don't mind entertaining lurkers. I say join up and get informed.
And if the spirit moves you, then by all means take an active role and start designing and building. The folks on that list are a huge help.
I call it 'Frame Building In The Information Age'.
Matthew Grimm Shakopee, MN
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