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We've compiled a list of the most commonly asked questions in this section for your information. Following the Front stamp may require the gasket to be flipped over in appearance. Installation may require the webbing to face the engine block OR the cylinder head depending on the application. A water temp gauge does NOT indicate the cylinder head casting temperature, in which, the head gasket is subjected to. PermaTorque Gaskets - When installing a cylinder head gasket which has a stamped part number suffix of PT , you do NOT have to retorque the gasket.