[Driveway Dreams]

I went out today and lubed up door & tailgate hinges. Much better, but I now have some questions about the clam shell tailgate. My top half does not close well at all. I think the top hinges are to blame. I can get it mostly closed but then have to push up & in on the top half above the glass. Then I can push it in to latch to the lower gate. Otherwise, it shuts tight now.

I also looked over the engine bay. I think this thing would run with a little (and a mean a little) love. I am gonna see if it will turn over later this week. There is a little tag hanging off the motor that has "159" stamped in it. It has me wondering too. Any thoughts on that little tag? (1st picture, dead center. On the water pump.)