Thanks guys.. yes I do have the kickdown linkage installed properly... I have done some research and I wonder if the front pump has failed??? I guess the pump gears failing would have the same effect??? \

Obviously the trans will be coming out and I wonder if I should get a 727 to build??? I do like the 2.74 low gear of the 999 and I did spend over $300 for a 2,600stall lockup converter. I would also need to have the driveshaft shortened and get another converter but I would like to get a 3,000 stall to optimize my combo. I could actually use the lockup converter for my future grand cherokee 390 project so its not a big deal. I did spend a few hundred on the rebuild kit so i would like to use what I have if possible....... Is there a way I could check to see if the pump is working??? with the engine running and trans in neutral would fluid be flowing??? I have a trans cooler up front and could check that pretty easily??? I wish I could find a $50 JY tranny that would work!!! TBF