New headgaskets slightly bent (ok to use?)

[67coupe]

Just opened up my headgaskets (ROL), they both have a slight bend in them. Approx 5 degrees. The metal ring surrounding the cylinder bore doesn't look too bad. Anyone else had this experience? Are they okay to use?

Thanks

 

[67coupe]

The block is clean, dry and ready to go. Just want to confirm that the gaskets are okay to use. Any opinions? TTT

 

[z9_87]

Like a bend so there is a crease in the o-ring and paper material?

 

[88stangmangt]

trash it...head gaskets have to be perfect and should not be re-used. you'll thank your self for spending a extra 40 bucks or so rather than pulling off the head again.
I would not re-use them at work nor put on a bent or damaged one.

 

[67coupe]

z9_87,

I wouldn't go as far to call it a crease in the o-ring. but, yes the o-ring is slightly bent.

88stangmangt,

That's what I was afraid of. I'm trying to post a pic that shows the defect, but it's hard to show with the attachment limit. These were ROL's. How are the Fel Pro #1011-2's?

Thanks

 

[z9_87]

if these are used head gaskets then dont re-use them. Otherwise take them back for new ones if you think they're bent.

 

[67coupe]

They are new. Problem is, ordered them through mail. Hard to get locally. Also hard to prove fault.

What does everyone think of the FelPro - 8548PT2 and 9333PT1? Seems to be good reviews over at the Corral.

Thanks