I haven’t dropped the pan just yet but, I’m pretty sure it’s the bolts causing all the issue. Some of them were pretty thin and rusted between the backside of the head and threads. Probably stretching more than they are clamping at this point. Sealed up fine 5 years ago when I did a band adjustment but, no luck this time. 34-35 years for a oil pan bolt on a daily in, Chicago is a pretty long time.
I should just be happy they don’t snap when I take them out again.
I should just be happy they don’t snap when I take them out again.