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

I think I remember something in one of your posts about the fluid level not being to the full mark. That would wear down the converter and pump bushing. I think I mentioned something about that at the time. A scarred converter snout can't be ignored; same as with a worn pump bushing. Just drop that trans and remove the pump and take it apart and post pics. I'm very resilient; aren't I?