Figured I'd add some comic relief -- so since the parking brake cables (or whatever goes under there) are MIA, I have to put her in gear when parking. I live on a hill and the driveway had quite a slope to it.
So in order to start it, I have to press the clutch w/ one foot, get a stick and hold the brake down, then stomp the starter and fool with the choke all at the same time. Its hilarious, I laugh every single time.
I have to get that parking brake fixed

And a rear wheel seal replaced...and the gauges...and some odd transmission leak...and put in a new radiator...and replace the head cover gasket...and rebuild the carb. LOL. Talk about getting a new hobby!