Anyone put a rod tube in a Pacer? Suggestions and Pics mucho appreciated!

John, just take a hacksaw & cut the rod in half & throw it in the back. Plenty of room for that!
If you can't find a hacksaw, maybe try to take the rod apart @ the ferrules midway down the rod. This procedure also has the benefit of being able to use the rod again.

Thanks Logan!

And to think... I've been just bustin' 'em over my knee all this time