I have an oil pickup thing with the front timing cover and a dented oil pan I got for free with my turbo kit.
I don’t know whether to trust it lol. The oil pump shaft spins by hand, but it’s a little scratchy, probably because there’s no oil in there.
If I had the tools, I’d check all the clearances according to the FSM. I’m planning to tow my car to draggone’s shop so someone TRUSTWORTHY can work on my car. 
I’ll keep updating this thread if anyone remotely gives a shit lol.
btw, I expect and look forward to multiple assclown remarks by Fobwall. 