We got Brandon's little Savage running again. I feel kind of silly now that I know what happened. I'd left it outside, uncovered Friday night. That big rain we got managed to get a little water into his gas tank. Obviously he needs a new gasket.
Anyway, we took it by a local bike shop where the guy noticed the water in the line. He drained some. Added a little glycerin and wha-la.
Brandon did get another muffler. It's not stock, but it does have baffles and is quieter. He got the chance to ride some this weekend with a high school buddy he hasn't seen in a while.
Good news, Guy. You guys seemed snake bit this trip, for sure! Glad you are "back in the saddle again". :-D