Most of the makers are using the original framework as it would be far more expensive if they had to remanufacture the thicker steel work.
Cheers, BB.
PS. I guess congratulations are in order as you've just hit the 1000 post milestone. A great achievement in a short time indeed and never a dull word spoken. Keep it up Norm as you are a great asset to the ODK.
I live a 24 Hour lifestyle, but every now and again I seem to fall asleep, well at least that's what my wife tells me.