Head gasket alignment issues?

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So I finally get to the stage where I can drop my new OEM toyota gasket onto the block and start putting things back together. FUCK...the intake side water jacket holes on the gasket don't line up with the water jacket holes in the block. (pics attached) WTF NOW? Did I get the wrong gasket? Are they all like this? Suggestions? Comments? Rants?

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Now if anyone could explain why in their inimitable wisdom they added extra useless holes in the gasket making it even more prone to distort and blow then we could all sleep really well. :)
 

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:D I hate doing head jobs. I wish I could just receive one from someone else. Preferably Ian. :yelrotflm

Started raining, no progress today. Tomm I have a doc's appt at 8am, so the rest of the day will be devoted to giving "Candy" a Head Job.
 

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Yeah well...I don't think any person on SM who knows you would mind getting a Head Job from you. I mean hey, we get to kick back, drink a beer or 4, and watch you do all the work!! lol Best part is, you accept credit cards.
 

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Hey brotha...chocolate shake and a McChicken is pretty cheap to me ;)

One more question for you oh god of answers: Spray sealant or not? Head and block are both smooth as glass, no warping, and as I said before, OEM toyota gasket with ARP studs.

CLIFFS: Ian is cheap ($3-4 range), Spray sealant or none?