LA oil pan gasket install advise

I put cork on mine about 500 miles ago.

If you look, you'll see a somewhat mis-matched indentation on the lip of the pan where the end seals go.

I put a good size blob of permatex right there, a dab where the seal and rail gaskets overlap, and a dab where the timing cover to block gap is.

No leaks so far.

I did double torque the bolts after the initial sequence tightening- at about 100 miles I added a partial snugging turn.

I do that second snug as well with cork when I don't have a choice of another material.
And yes, those end gaps where sections meet need a dab like you do.
I would much rather trim a little sealer off if needed for looks than clean up oil.:D
Excellent advice YY1.