Congrats, you've got pretty much the original Eleanor (though I think that one was a 71-2).
Good deal too.
Replace the cover gaskets, I wouldnt even screw around trying to get the ones on there to seal.
As far as the squeaks, as noted above, I'd do all the lube points, and then see what's left. One of my first guesses would be the tie rods. Get the car up on a pair of stands, and try shaking the wheel l/r to see if theres any play.
Just my .02
J
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