Thanks for the reply. Currently have a copper gasket from a good co. but can't seem to keep it sealed. Have had the head surfaced and checked, yes it's flat. Checked the deck, yup it's flat. Used copper spray per instructions. It leaks between 1-2-3 only (the hottest part). torqued to 120 fp. Next step is studs, maybe going to 9/16". What next?