Pump Removal
Yep, after researching and actually removing the pump, I found that the gear has to come off to get the pump off and the gear is only on a taper with no key. Timing kit required. Since I am rebuilding and the engine is out, I just bought a Snap-on 32 point socket and dial indicator holder, and a $40 dial indicator off Ebay. Checked my timing before removing the pump and it was on the money.