OK... here we go...
After a week of daily exploration into the case of the mysterious noise I finally figured out that the PCV (I got it right this time
@NeverGiveUpYota 
) had gone bad. The strange sound happened when I put the hose on the HIC at Port B. I am not sure exactly why but I think it identified that the PCV was not working right.
So I got an OEM PCV and replaced it and the noise stopped. You can read more about that process here:
Strange sound coming from my distributor or PVC.
As soon as it was fixed it seemed to be struggling to get a good vacuum pull or something because the RPM's dropped a good bit. They are now close to 400-500 and sounds like it is just hanging on when it is at idle.
Right now I am just enjoying having the truck running knowing that I need to do some more work. Although this can change at any time based on new stuff I'm finding or re prioritizing but this is what is on my to do list with the truck in the not too distant future. Of course, time and money is needed for much of this!
- Vacuum gauge test: I want to get a good handle on my vacuum system and understand if there is a leak. I expect so but I expect that the test will confirm.
- Replace all vacuum lines: Some of them were replaced in my recent PCV situation but if I confirm a leak I expect that is next on the list.
- valve adjustment:
@BGarcia88FJ62 was gracious to help me with the valve adjustment the first time but we both agreed that we need to do it again. Notice to all Nobs like me out there... if you have never done a valve adjustment pull the cover off of your clutch and flywheel so you can clean it first. Don't even try to spot that line on the flywheel without first cleaning it. You will waste a lot of time and create a lot of frustration for yourself.
- timing adjustment: I got the timing light today and ready to do that when the time is right.
- AC circuit breaker blowing: When I run my AC on the lowest speed it doesn't blow. When I run it on high sometimes the circuit breaker switches off. In reading on the forum I think I need a new blower but I need to spend more time digging into that.
- Rear main seal/oil pain gasket: fix whatever the heck is leaking under there. And while I'm at it replace the clutch.
- Clean the engine bay: When I pull the valve cover for the valve adjustment I will clean that up and get it looking good. I need to clean a lot more than that too but will probably do it in stages as I pull stuff.
- Fix wiindsheild leak: when it rains I have water that drips down inside the truck between the windshield and the door. There is a small spot of rust on the inside of the door jam that I think is caused by this leak. Need to fix that.
- Repair small windshield crack: I have a very small crack in the windshield. Looks like a rock hit it. I want to repair it before it gets bigger.
- Fix a strange rattle sound: It sounds like it may be a baffle or something that is not tightened down right. Based on some conversations maybe it is in the exhaust system. I'll get to it at some point so my kids aren't embarrassed by the noise when I pick them up
but no rush!
- Tires/Suspension: I have these dinky passenger tires that are almost brand new that came with the truck. They have to go. I am thinking about the BFG's 31 X 10.5. I'm not looking for huge but I want it to look like a truck. The shocks are pretty soft right now so probably need to be replaced. I can't decide if I will go with the OME suspension system or just replace the shocks. I have 2 in shackles on there so I have a little lift now and with the larger tires that may be enough. Again... I'll figure that out later.
- Clean the interior: My seats and carpet are actually in decent shape. They are original and besides the typical driver's side seat tear they are in good shape for their age. I just want to clean them up good and get the dirt out of the seats, carpet and headliner.
- Paint her: That's in the future but I need to save up the cash first!
- Radio: I don't have one... I would like one!
- Roof rack: I'll probably do something pretty simple instead of a cage up there but I havent' decided yet.
Well... that's my list. A lot to do but I can paced myself. I'm sure that new stuff will pop up that will trump many of these things but this is what my future looks like with Old Bessie! Thanks to everyone's help her on the forum to move in the right direction with this stuff!
