[tubman]

I'm just an "8BA guy", but looking at your pictures shows me why I don't use sealer on my head gaskets. I use composition head gaskets (Fel-Pro and Victor) and just a coat of regular grease on both sides. If that doesn't seal, you have other problems.. You'll have a real fun time cleaning those gasket remnants from the block, especially with the studs in place. Things may be different with early engines, but flat surfaces with proper preparation really doesn't need all of that gook. I learned this lesson many years ago.

Looks like an excellent score; do it right, even if it takes a little extra time and money. You would think these "Streetrodders" would have a little more sense; the world isn't all suede interiors and graphic paint.