318 Oil Pan Gasket/Sealing techniques?

CRUZE 418 said
I too faced your same problem with my '72 318. In my case, it was time to to overhaul a 50 year old engine. Wasn't really sure what the actual mileage was. For me, it really wasn't worth my time to do all of that cleaning and to renew the gaskets and seals, and not just overhaul it. I could afford it. You should probably replace your timing chain while your at it,and take a good look at your camshaft.
Good luck sir!

I thought the same thing about pulling it out for an overhaul but it runs so well as is, so I really hate to do it. It will get a new timing set for sure while I have the front cover off. I’ve got a lift so it takes a lot of the frustration out of doing something like this.