Yes, the spring hooks to the crook in this rod....

Yup, that's the correct spot. You're on top of this. Can't wait to get back into this tomorrow. I'll keep you posted. Next task is to fix the oil leaks from my steel valve covers. I went to order gaskets and noticed steel covers don't use gaskets (but I noticed mine do) but instead use Loctite Instant Gasket which I have since ordered and received. Any experience there? I am assuming I take off both valve covers, clean em up and put a bead of this stuff around the periphery of the flange, let it set up and screw it back on. I like your Marty Feldman profile pic by the way.
Mike