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5.0L (1979-1995) MustangTechnical discussions on 5.0 Liter Mustangs within. This does not include the 5.0 from the 2011 Mustang GT. That information is in the 2005-1011 section.
The spacer should not cause any leaks unless it is badly warped. If the intakes mating surfaces are level and true, with no nicks and you are torquing each bolt down, there shouldn't be a problem.
Is it leaking in the same place? Do you know for sure it is leaking there?