I'm a restore kind of guy too. Most of the fun of owning and driving these old vehicles is living with their quirks. As for the price, it would be a bit high here but not a deal killer. In California it's probably fairly reasonable. Welcome to the 'bolt and as noted above if a search of the forums doesn't turn up answers to your questions there is always plenty of help ready & waiting.

Save a life, adopt a senior shelter pet.
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Name your dog Naked so you can walk Naked in the park.