I have decided to attempt to tackle the oil leaks on the truck. After talking with a few knowledgable guys, I have a plan. Contrary to what I said earlier, it doesn't appear that HD rents engine hoists after all though I think I will be able to rent one around here somewhere.

Either tomorrow or Thursday I will probably try to test the cyclinder compression.
Assuming it is good, I will pull the engine and replace a few gaskets. Assuming it is bad I will re-evaluate the situation.

The sun finally came out this afternoon. Of course I took a little cruise with the top down.