thanks slicknick and bear. i figured i should check valve clearances before i run it. i was reading a little about that last night.
i can see offering 300$ once i make sure the engine will run. obviously it needs some parts and general maint to bring it back up to working order which will only cost money. the ODO reads 77, so i'm assuming it has sat a lot more than it has been ran. i'll pull the carb and inspect/clean, and check out this wiring when i get back to it on thursday. again, i really appreciate all the help guys.
EDIT: nick i think that first link to a PDF is broken
