I always put a thin coating all around the pan and a bead at the front and rear even with the permadry 1pc gasket....taking it loose and adding most likely wont work. Make sure all the bolts are snug...
Well, I found a few pics on the web of where to put the bead and thin film.
I put it all on the block side, let it sit for about 5 minutes, set the gasket, then the pan. Torqued it all down, no leaks. (so far, knock on wood) I drove it about 25 miles and let it idle a bit before.
Need to adjust the clutch a little and i may change shifter handles.
no tire rub yet either. just a hare on the inside front ground effect/spoiler.