Which gasket kit are you going for? MLS or Elastomer?Yep it is. 200 to 250 quid to rectify the problem. That's with all new valves, new gasket, oil and filter change and new head bolts. All new seals. So it's getting started this saturday. Big strip and assessment. Might not need 16 new valves. But they very cheap about 7 quid each. New gasket set and bolts. Will have coolant flush and oil service.
You measure the liner hights in relation to each other and in relation to the block. Liner difference between each other vary by more than 1 thou, the MLS gasket can't be used. If the liners are level with the block, don't use the MLS gasket. If accurate measurements can't be taken, or you are unsure. Fit that blue elastopolymer Payen head gasketI will have a look tomorrow when stripping. What are rough measurements? Can I be able to see if cylinder liners dropped? Head gasket looks like it have been changed not so long ago. So is water pump.