I have reused head gaskets many times. If there is no damage to the gasket coming off and you clean the head, the block and the gasket itself and use pipe joint compound, used when doing sprinkler systems, it would be an exception if you have any problem. I have done it to a variety of engines and I have NOT had one fail. If the old gasket has damage you need a new one. Between my Dad and myself we've done it so many times for nearly 50 years with success. When a new one is part of an overhaul kit I use a new one of course. I don't know how many small block Chevy heads went back on with used head gaskets (for myself), no leaks. 40 some years ago when I was working on commercial sprinkler systems I came to realize how dependable pipe joint compound is for this type of application, just put a thin smear on both sides of the gasket. You can buy it at Home Depot if you're not dealing with a plumbing wholesale outlet.
I put the same stuff on new head gaskets too. I find it misleading when the instructions in a gasket set tell you to install it dry. If you do it's a good percentage risk for a leak.
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