Oh, durr, I just reread you original post. The problem I found in my U-Pick-Em 727 would have produced the same slow engagement of reverse, eventually taking out top gear as well, particularly when cold. The sealing rings between the pump and the D+R clutch drum are probably wearing out, with grooves worn in the drum as well. Once warmed up, it will usually hold enough pressure to engage the clutch (D+R= direct + reverse). It'll gradually get worse. Unless it has a modified valve body, it's best to put it in neutral for warming up, full fluid flow... Keleigh _______________________________________________ AMC-List mailing list AMC-List@xxxxxxxxxxxx http://www.amc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/amc-list or go to http://www.amc-list.com