I replaced the dipstick and tube. No wonder it wasn't showing anything, it was easily 1" too short. The stick was recessed in the tube about 1/2". When I pulled the tube, about 5qt of ATF came pouring out onto the driveway. Much fun was had. It's still about 1qt high, but with the leak, it might not be for much longer.
I put in some of that transmission seal rejuvinator stuff. The leak didn't change, even after driving a couple hot cycles.
Doing the transmission front seal and pump bushing this Saturday (and possibly sunday) and that should take care of the leak.
Going to get the exhaust replaced, as there's only so much exhaust putty in the world, and I'm pretty sure I'm going to have to cut at least one thing when removing the trans. The exhaust isn't leaking anymore though.
Current yummy state of the exhaust:
Interestingly enough, it's pretty quiet for not having a muffler.
Got door and window seals ordered, so it'll be quieter and drier when driving.
Tires have about 5/32 of tread on them. Not real keen on replacing them because of cost, but they need to be balanced at the minimum. The rubber is getting old, and they probably won't last through the whole winter because of that. I'm considering some recapped 31/10.5/15 tires, they've got pretty good ratings and people on forums tend to like them.
Brakes are in good shape. They were actually bled recently, the fluid looked more like an amber-colored beer than coca-cola, so there's always that.
I got a cam and associated nonsense. Summit Racing 6900. Should give a little bit more torque.
When I flush the coolant system I'll try to r/r the cam with the new one. Mild grind, 112 degree separation, so it won't have a huge lope to it, but it'll sound a little bit more like a real v8 instead of a straight-6.