[larrys40]

As dave said very common problem. Yes, you could look for a different head but they are not typically As cheap as above for a good one and then it needs blasting and surfacing unless you do that yourself. The Snyder 5.5 head is good but it is more money.
And I still give them a light surface as they are not always right on.

Dave’s fix is good or you can take your chance with a good head gasket install and seal and see how it does. I think a high percentage of the heads have those cracks. Even on many running cars.
Again, Dave’s fix is a good solid method.
Larry shepard