Finally got the oil pan off. Painter’s tool (scraper) was key. Stiffer than a putty knife. The oil pick up screen was clean except for a small spot of gasket maker. The pan must have touched the screen during installation, transferring a dab of gasket goop. Not enough to cause problems. I’m back to running it until it breaks. I’m going to use a proper gasket this time. Cleaning the Right Stuff off the bottom of the engine took three hours. Don’t want to do that again. I might start a 1999 Nissan Frontier project. My Mighty Max is too rare and nice. I just can’t bring myself to cut the body for bigger tires and bumpers. I’ll probably stay mostly stock with the exception of a locking diff axle out of a ‘97-‘99 Montero sport and LSD up front. I won’t hesitate to carve up the Nissan. Thanks again for all the feedback.