Brad and Subvet,
Please continue the conversation here, this thread has helped me relax a bit. I just bought a 1950 3100 that is in very good condition on the outside but has issues very similar to each of your trucks. Seems every time I remove a part I find something new that needs repair. This feels kind of overwhelming to someone new to this adventure!
The photos and comments are going to be a great guide for me to follow.....

Thank you,
Jackie