Gald you found the problem and got it fixed.
Couple notes for installing FE intakes to heads
Install intake on heads without gaskets and check with a feeler gauge the clearance at the front and rear of the motor. Want nice tight fix. There is a limit of about, .010" before you start to have
oil leaks and gasket sealing issues. heads and intake may need to be machined to match angles.
Glue the gasket to the heads, It's a pain to get off. Make sure the holes are centered for the bolts or studs
Get 2 guys to drop intake on the motor. King Kong if the intake is iron.
Follow the bolt torque pattern from center out on both side swapping sides. Start with a 15 foot pound to get all bolts or nuts ( if studs are used ) and work your way up to spec. It takes time but saves gasket problems.
Last thing Clean surfaces with no residue on them.
Me personally I glue both sides with Hi-Tac red.
Gald your motor is fixed. Rick L. Ps gald to see another era. Welcome to the family, 801 from car 428