Pulling oil pan on 273

On my 67 Dart with a 273 automatic, I need to put a new gasket on my oil pan. It seems like I need to take apart my front end to get it off. Or is there a secret? I was thinking about just taking off the old gasket and trying to clean it as best I could, but I am not feeling good about that option.

Thanks in advance. And I mean it. The people on this site really do help me to enjoy a hobby that can sometimes get under my skin.