327 MLS Head Gasket - Reuseable?

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Originally Posted by Lew Silverman

Getting ready to put the 275HP/327 back together. Can I reuse the FelPro MLS #1143 head gaskets? The engine only had 8 runs on it before I disassembled it, and the gaskets still look good (no tears in the coating). Any special prep when I reassemble?

Thanks for any and all suggestions!

Lew

Hi Lew. I reuse MLS head gaskets at least 2 times. First time I just put them on as is second time I use copper spray. I have even disassembled them and mixed and matched the inner shims. to adjust compression ratio