Fel-Pro 9272 Heat Riser Gasket - Manifold To Front Pipe

Fel-Pro 9272 Heat Riser Gasket for Classic GM Exhaust Service

Fel-Pro 9272 is a premium heat riser gasket built for exhaust sealing on select 1953-1956 Chevrolet and Pontiac applications. It uses application-specific materials to deliver a precise seal where the heat riser meets the exhaust system, helping maintain proper exhaust flow and joint integrity.

Key Features

• Premium-grade heat riser gasket for exhaust sealing
• 0.060 in. thickness for a controlled sealing surface
• Round port with 1.960 in. inside diameter
• Irregular gasket shape for application-specific fitment
• 2-bolt design for the listed classic GM applications
• Composite construction with steel ring noted in fitment details

Detailed Description

Fel-Pro 9272 is engineered for exhaust systems that use a heat riser gasket at the manifold connection. The 0.060-inch thickness, single round port, and steel-ring composite construction support a stable seal under exhaust heat and vibration. This part number is listed for 1953-1956 Chevrolet Corvette, 1955-1956 Chevrolet Bel Air, and 1955-1956 Pontiac Laurentian, making it a direct-fit service part for classic GM exhaust repair. Fel-Pro 9272 cross-references Anchor 8719 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Exhaust leaks at the heat riser gasket surface
• Noise from a failing manifold-to-riser seal
• Loss of sealing integrity from heat cycling and age
• Service issues on original-style 2-bolt exhaust connections
• Fitment problems when replacing worn composite gaskets

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the exhaust flange style, 2-bolt pattern, and round port dimensions before installation. Clean both sealing surfaces thoroughly and inspect the heat riser and adjoining exhaust components for warpage, corrosion, or carbon buildup. For best results, match the gasket to the listed vehicle application: Fits 1953-1956 Chevrolet Corvette, N/A; Fits 1955-1956 Chevrolet Bel Air, N/A; Fits 1955-1956 Pontiac Laurentian, N/A.

Quality Assurance

Fel-Pro gaskets are built with application-specific materials and sealing-focused construction for professional repair use. Part number 9272 is designed to provide vehicle-specific exhaust sealing performance for the listed classic Chevrolet and Pontiac applications.