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i wasn't thinking of respect, i was thinking of enjoyment. Riding something which you have selected the parts for yourself, built yourself, designed by yourself for yourself is one of the most satisfying things you can do with a bike. It may take a long time but it is definitely worth the effort.
with regards to respect, erm well maybe. If someone has made a shit bike from the frame up then I usually wonder why? (often there is a reason) This doesn't really gain respect but they are trying to go it alone, i think it just shows more care and passion for bikes if you do it yourself, if you look at some of the bike people design and put together they are really nice, and impressive to look at and ride, and this shows somethign special - not sure what though. but that's just my opinion