Originally Posted By mopars4ever
The rod won`t fall out. It can drop down and get in the way when reinstalling the pump. That`s why people put grease on it to get it to stay up while putting the pump back on.


Thanks, I can picture it now.

1973 Dodge Charger SE 400 automatic transmission. Curb weight: 3800 lbs. All stock so far. Goal: Reliable everday driveable warmed up 400 as close to 400hp as possible, then a 470 stroker if need be. Don't protect a feminist when the collapse comes!