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Originally Posted by katy
Used them lots, in the '50s and early '60s, on flathead V-8s, never checked the blocks or heads for flatness and never had any leak. Come to think of it I don't remember whether we even used a torque wrench or not.
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'never had leaks'...
I believe you good results back when, was due to the QUALITY and PROPER fit for intended use. I also think that the asbestos was a good filler product...until it started to be banned substance.
Today, if I find a well made head gasket , for intended use and application, I feel fortunate...even at todays prices
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That nos pair of V8 steel clad asbestos filled head gaskets that I showed by mistake ..are most likely rare now also.