New to site, new project... 72 C10 I picked up and drove home 3hrs.

[Steinerj56]

Here it is. Honestly couldn't be happier having this truck. It needs some work but thats why I bought it. Went to back to the 50's that was put on by the MSRA swap meet and found a vendor near me. Bought both cab corners and rocker panels that will need to be welded in.

1st question I do have as I am new to the whole "carburetor" vintage...
Any ideas why the previous owner would wire tie the 4 barrel shut and keeping it from opening up? I removed the wire and found there is some linkage missing that I will need to replace. The carb has a couple of small leaks that I can see.
Any suggestions on having it rebuilt or should I just buy a new one with an electric choke? Or since it will be garaged in the winter to I run with no choke at all? I have been told the quadrajet is a good carb if built right and adjusted properly. Is it?

Picked up some new valve covers and this weekend its time to stop some oil leaks by replacing the oil pan gasket and rear main oil seal. Then this winter engine comes out and gets an overhaul and cleaning. Probably will stick with the Chevy orange engine paint. Looks to be the original engine in this truck but the thing runs good. Hoping once I get the carb redone or replaced it runs like a raped ape like I have been told they do. Also will be stripping her down to the frame and restoring it completely.... Honestly cant wait for the sense of accomplishment that comes with redoing something yourself. Especially when I see what the previous owner has done and just gotta shake my head and say WTF.

Also wondering if any suggestions as where to start?

Thanks for any and all help!

Joe