The 292 lives another day! I took my time, cleaned everything really well, and apparently used enough RTV to keep the oil inside.
New clutch installed, new rear motor mounts and now it's ready for the transmission. My buddy just finished the bearing retainer and I have speedometer gears on the way. I'll finish going through the seals (I had the side cover off already and the trans looked perfect inside). Picked up my driveshaft last week...should be driving it next weekend if the mail arrives on time!