What a nightmare! *UPDATE*

[ragecage23]

Sorry to bring this up again, but I just wanted to put a cap on this thread. Thank you all for your patience and helpful insight, I can officially say my bike is in working order again! It took many weeks, but it's done. I was finally able to ride today after 3 years of neglect 

Thanks again for helping me out.

[Iarn]

Awesome! Congratulations and happy/safe riding!

[ragecage23]

Thank you, and same to you!