So just thinking out loud as I need to drop oil pan again on modern Hemi and swap some crank bolts for PU tube support. The need to adhere to actual torque spec guide lines vs calibrated elbow is becoming more important in my humble opinion.
Again in my opinion, but in a large part as a result of the utilization of more and more modern materials. The materials used, are getting stronger and stronger yet thinner and lighter (more flex) thus resulting in a more pronounced need to adhere to the OEM guidelines on torque spec values on modern components.
Case in point the Milodon oil pans for conversions with Gen 3. There are about a million postings explains how bad they leak. I can only speak for the one I have but I just have not found that to be true for me. I follow the torque spec guidelines and wa la no leaks.
Please note the disclaimer I am not a actual mechanic, more of a parts changer if you will. Stay warm guys!