I think my 727 is fried. Now I'm at a crossroads...

Ahh, thanks. That makes sense. I remember he mentioned Eagle bands and clutches I think, just didn't realize he was talking about the brand when he said they weren't worth installing.

Does anyone have any ideas as to why the front servo spring is missing? Is this a common modification or did someone make a boo-boo?

That's the accumulator. Everyone has their preference on whether to leave the spring, ditch it, install a blocker rod/spacer, and combinations of all of those. I think there was just a thread on it a few weeks ago. You may want to try to find it. I'll try as well.