I've had success with three tanks. That tank in my 64 D100 is not made any more... (That I know of and I'm going to put one behind the axle one day) I used the chain, nuts, bolts and even gravel method. I've used Red-Kote without issues on all three. My 2cents. Craig
Are you mechanically inclined? If so, the transmission can be torn down and diagnosed in 1-1.5 hours. It takes 4-6 hours to rebuild. I'm sure others could do it quicker but, that's how long it took me, 1st time in 2013. Craig
Looks good to me. Color on electrode is halfway up arc. Seems carb is adjusted correctly. But....What's the oil on side of plug, valve covers leaking? Craig
Local friend...I guess it depends on if you want a paper trail. Good friend, I would do either but, a cashier's check or meeting at the bank covers both of you.