Don't forget that the front crankshaft "Jesus Bolt" is designated as a single use part. Might want to make sure you have a spare on hand unless you are a dice roller. I will admit (flame away) that I reused the old one and had no issues.
Getting that front seal in place can be a touch tricky for some. Mine was easy but I had the front timing cover off.
Are you removing the radiator and cooling bits too? If not, getting that front seal done is going to be challenging to say the least. You may need to fab up a crank pulley holder. There's just VERY little space (front to back) to work.
I don't want to sideline this thread though and am more interested in the pan gasket process. Sounds like you know what you are doing.
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