Thanks to all for the sage advice,
I got home last night, and got a first look at my truck today, in the daylight. I have some work to do, flat tire, dead battery, etc. I wouldn't have thought to put some oil into the cylinders... again, good advice. The tech link helped too. I am on a pass, and am going to enjoy the time with my family, won't get to it until next week sometime. I'll post again, with more questions, I'm sure. Thanks to all for the great site.