[crsblusky]

Ok got my new tap and the ball retainer. I finished my Bud Light keg using the challenged tap, just fine.

Put new 1/4 barrel of BUD light installed new tap, and a new 5 foot line, let it sit 36 hours cooled it to 34 degrees, tapped it and now pouring PERFECT beer... Just in time for Christmas!

Thanks again for all you support.

I did email Heier about the missing retainer, but no response (how shocking). It took me a few weeks to figure it out, so pass the word to all about this simple, $0.71 part that drove me close to insanity. Just goes to show that you need to check everything before lighting off you keg.