This booster was replaced by the one from the kit I received for the front discs. Yes, I remember that it came with both rods. I just wasn't sure about whether the short rod being too short would cause the problem I'm experiencing. In the meantime, I ordered the long rod since I have no idea where that might be after two moves in the last 5 years Once it's here I'll wrestle the master cylinder away and see what's up.