I second Newbomb Turk rear main seals have been a problem for all brands, they are too long, you have to make sure when it's seated the ends only stick up .005. if much more then that the seal egg shape and leaks.
I think it's a good set up, there are a lot of sheep out there! There are "proven combo's" out there, or "easy combos", you don't need to justify your build! Good luck and enjoy!!
Yeah, I think this is over done! He did what he could do with what he had probably, low buck. He's driving it, and enjoying it, let him be. I'm sure he's not a talented as many of you!
This type of pick up 3/8 off the bottom of the pan, never had an issue. Put your straw in your drink and hold it 1/8 off the bottom, then move it up to 3/8. big difference,