Does the side with the sealant(looks like red rtv) go towards the manifold(down) or towards the water neck(up)?

I am going to powder coat the outside of my oil pan but I also am going to weld in a better baffle on the inside. However, there is a lot of black paint on the inside and I don't know how to get it off.. not even sure why it was painted to begin with but anyways I don't think I should media blast it because Im scared I won't be able to clean it all out.. any tips? I tried aircraft stripper and that won't take any off. If I blast it and then run it through the dishwasher a bunch of times and mayb

Just found out today that Mitsubishi has ran out of steering center links (relay rods). They are discontinued no longer available. Part # MB489447

http://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/cto/4838959188.html   Hi guys, here she is. 155k, engine and turbo rebuilt last year. Recent paint, single stage Rio/Mexican red. Enkei 92 staggered. Louvers. Plenty of replacement and spare parts. Price is negotiable guys.   Thanks for reading.