Thanks for all the advice. I got home from volunteering at my local community bike workshop all day (spent my time working on refurbishing/overhauling a 1970's Schwinn Breeze--for its age, it is in incredible shape) and re-tackled the crank/BB.

Did all that was suggested: re-cleaned, re-greased and tapped lightly with a rubber mallet a few times. I am happy with how it is seated and hopefully everything will be fine. Won't be getting my tires for about a week, will give a ride then and let everyone know how it feels.

Thanks again,

jed