Chris - The truck is a deuce, not sure of running condition. GL auction says is has a broken rear suspension link. I'm pretty confident I can change that out rather quickly. Brakes I'm not sure of, that's why I'm looking to tow/haul it home. This is my first truck, so I'm somewhat leery about taking it straight on the road.
Divemaster - thanks for the offer, I knew the guys on this site were helpful, but your offer really moved me (snicker, snicker)
pctrans - since this is my first GL purchase, I've been told by more than a couple of people to not expect quick results, so I've lowered my expectations evern more.
jhooah - I did stop by the war museum this morning. I saw a tan deuce w/ SGT Winget in the driver's front window, and got some good pictures of the rear suspension. Didn't have a chance to talk to the driver, other than "good morning" because I was talking to another guy about his 818 (extra long bed, tall bows, man that thing is tall!). Hope to meet you after you get back next month. Be safe.
peecock - thanks for the offer, I will definitely keep you in mind.
this is a great site, thanks for all the stuff I've learned already, and for the stuff I plan to learn in the future. Donation made!