Sxrxrnr,
Thanks for the pics. I made some stiffeners for the front edge of my pan (where my leak is) that look almost identical to yours. Helped, but still leaks.
Roadhazard & Sportfury70,
I did find a possible issue with the front cover gasket and replaced it too. Balancer seal is dry. Flushness from block to front cover was perfect before; now is .020" (cover shifted up). Added a piece of .025" gasket stock here. Helped, but still leaks.
I'm considering try some Right Stuff or Ultra Gray or Three Bond, or whatever, with no gasket and was hoping to get multiple recommendations for one or the other.
This whole issue is ridiculous. I should be able to seal a flat pan with my eyes shut. Bout ready to make someone a helluva deal on a 4-speed '70 Hemi Cuda replica. Runs like an absolute beast and leaves a nice oil slick wherever you park so people know you were there.