head gasket replacement for 1991 Force 120 hp

[gordac]

I just got a replacement head gasket for my
1991 Force 120 hp the old one had pieces missing from it and the inner rings were broken.
The new gasket does not have the slots in it, but looking on the head manifold there is no place for anything to go....
So my question is , can I use this one as is, or should I cut the slots in it?
What is the purpose for the slots ?
Thanks

 

[Frank Acampora]

Re: head gasket replacement for 1991 Force 120 hp

Use it as-is It should not cause any problems. The purpose of the original "slots" was to help prevent water from remaining behind the gasket during non running times, corroding the head. If it is an aftermarket gasket, the replacement is made cheaper. It takes time and money to add the knives to the die cutter to punch out the slots, so the manufacturer just didn't do it.

 

[gordac]

Re: head gasket replacement for 1991 Force 120 hp

Thanks
Put the new one on
had 120 psi in all 4 cylinders and she perrs like a kitten again,
with a quick flip of the key.