Freq2002: I have those "lil rocker arm" looking things if you are interested. Let me know.
Anyway, I used the problem kit bolts with the thick gasket this morning. It appeared to solve the leak issue. I had to leave early but I'll try it again in the morning (instructions say to heat it up and tighten the nuts three times)when I have a little bit more time to warm up the truck. Question: How in the world do you reach the last bolt on the manifold(closest to firewall) with the motor in the truck? I had a beast of a time trying to tighten that bolt down. BTW: The studs on the ends of the head unscrewed with vise grips very easily. Thanks for the tips. I couldn't do this without you all helping me.