I'm back to working on this again. It looks like the 194 will be pulled out of the nova around April 11, so if I want to drive, I'll have to complete the 292 conversion.
I haven't found any leaks in the oil pan. The outside is looking kinda rough (my welding/metal finishing skills are nearly non-existent). What do you guys think would be the best material to finish off the pan before paint? Someone suggested JB weld and I've been thinking about fiberglass. Which one would hold up the best if there was a leak (considering pressure and heat)?