5.9 Magnum build w/LA heads

Using the gasket to set the compression ratio and quench distance on a piston that is out of the deck is the CORRECT way to do it. Why are you opposed to doing that way? Is it just the cost of the gaskets? $120 is nothing compared to the cost of the rest of the engine build.
I think I was misunderstood with my post. I'm totally good with using the thicker gasket to set the quench, I just wanted to make the point of needing more expensive gaskets. I have spent good money on this motor and I'm not about to cheap out on a couple gaskets! :thumbsup: