New 440-Source Timing cover - Worry

Arg... So the latest... is that the timing cover gasket that I ordered from Summit, which came laid across the top of my new Performer RPM intake manifold... is all bent/cracked on one side. Will this be the source of potential leaks?

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Depends on how You feel about silicone,:D, but I'd make 'em send another one, if You can't wait..............well I don't know where You'd walk in & get one anyway...........