There is no need for any silicone to be placed onto the fiber-faced gaskets... in fact, the Fel-pro gaskets have Teflon anti-stick coating applied so that they will not stick... and favors re-usage. The fiber facing will conform as long as there isn't a lot of warpage (as any gasket always wants flat straight surfaces to seal properly).

Mopar Mitch "Road racers and autocrossers go in deeper and come out harder!"... and rain never stops us from having fun with our cars... in fact, it makes us better drivers! Check out MOPAR ACTION MAGAZINE, August 2006 issue for feature article and specs on my autocross T/A!