Copper head gasket

["Steve Smith" <SteveSmith@domain.elided>]

Hi,

     I had a head gasket go south recently and was offered a used copper
sandwich gasket to try this time. I understand solid copper gaskets, when
used a second time, need to be annealed first. Is this true for copper
sandwich gaskets? If so, how do you anneal one?
    The head is being resurfaced and the block cleaned thoroughly before
anything goes back together.
    I welcome any thoughts about gasketing the head, whether it's with a
standard fiber gasket, copper sandwich or solid copper gasket. Tricks, tips
or frighteneing stories are encouraged. Thanks in advance. Respond off line
if you fear flames.

Steve Smith
Carlsbad, CA

'68 GT Jr.
'66 GTV
'65 Giulia Spider

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