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SC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive

Dayco PBO81461SC5 Engine Harmonic Balancer

Brand Dayco PBO81461SC5
Bolt Hole Quantity 9
Counterweight Balance Hub weighted
Crank Bore 1.373
Crank Bore 34.87
Crank Trigger/Exciter Plate Yes
Hardware Included No
Installation Instructions Included No
Nose Outside Diameter 1.934
Nose Outside Diameter 49.12
Number of Integrated Pulleys 2
Outer Ring Material Steel
Overall Outside Diameter 185.00
Overall Outside Diameter 7.284
Overall Width 3.445
Overall Width 87.50
Pulley 1 Number Of Grooves 6
Pulley 1 Outside Diameter 176.200
Pulley 1 Outside Diameter 6.938
Pulley 1 Type Serpentine
Pulley 2 Number Of Grooves 8
Pulley 2 Outside Diameter 185.000
Pulley 2 Outside Diameter 7.284
Pulley 2 Type Serpentine
Ring Width 2.267
Ring Width 57.58
Timing Marks No
Woodruff Key Included No
Product line SC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
Fits Buick, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac · 50 vehicles

SC Performance line. Overdrive setup for a more aggressive accessory drive.

Steel outer ring. Built with a durable ring for dependable harmonic control.

Hub weighted. Balanced design helps smooth crankshaft vibration.

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Dayco SC Performance Harmonic Balancer

The Dayco SC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive harmonic balancer is built for applications that need precise crankshaft damping and accessory drive control. This engine harmonic balancer fits select Pontiac Grand Prix, Buick Park Avenue, Chevrolet Impala, Chevrolet Monte Carlo, Buick Regal, Pontiac Bonneville, Buick LeSabre, Buick Riviera, and Oldsmobile LSS models with SC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive fitment notes.

Part number PBO81461SC5 is part of Dayco’s SC Performance line, which focuses on performance-oriented accessory drive components for engines that use multi-rib serpentine belt systems. This unit combines a hub-weighted balance design with integrated pulleys to support a 5% overdrive setup.

  • Hub weighted counterweight balance for crankshaft damping support
  • Crank trigger/exciter plate included in the design
  • Steel outer ring material
  • Two integrated serpentine pulleys
  • Pulley 1: 6-groove, 6.938 in. outside diameter
  • Pulley 2: 8-groove, 7.284 in. outside diameter
  • Overall outside diameter: 7.284 in. (185.00 mm)
  • Overall width: 3.445 in. (87.50 mm)
  • Crank bore: 1.373 in. (34.87 mm)
  • Nose outside diameter: 1.934 in. (49.12 mm)
  • Bolt hole quantity: 9

This harmonic balancer is used to restore or maintain crankshaft vibration control, accessory belt alignment, and proper pulley drive geometry on SC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive applications. It is a direct-fit style component for vehicles such as the Pontiac Grand Prix, Buick Regal, and Chevrolet Impala when the listed fitment notes match the engine setup.

Common Issues It Can Address

  • Crankshaft vibration from a worn or damaged balancer
  • Belt tracking problems caused by pulley wear or imbalance
  • Accessory drive speed mismatch in overdrive setups
  • Noise from a deteriorated outer ring or hub assembly
  • Timing signal concerns on engines using a crank trigger/exciter plate

Installation Notes

Verify crank bore, nose diameter, bolt pattern, and pulley configuration before installation. This part does not include hardware, installation instructions, timing marks, or a woodruff key. Confirm that the vehicle uses the SC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive configuration listed in the fitment data before ordering PBO81461SC5.

Quality Assurance

Dayco manufactures performance-focused engine drive components with application-specific dimensions and materials. PBO81461SC5 is built with a steel outer ring and integrated pulley design to match the listed fitment requirements for select GM and Pontiac applications.

  • Fits 1997-2007 Pontiac Grand Prix, N/A
  • Fits 1996-2005 Buick Park Avenue, N/A
  • Fits 2004-2005 Chevrolet Impala, N/A
  • Fits 2004-2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, N/A
  • Fits 1997-2004 Buick Regal, N/A
  • Fits 1996-2003 Pontiac Bonneville, N/A
  • Fits 2000 Buick LeSabre, N/A
  • Fits 1996-1999 Buick Riviera, N/A
  • Fits 1996-1999 Oldsmobile LSS, N/A
This part fits 50 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelLitersCylindersPositionNotes
2007PontiacGrand Prix3.8LV6N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
2006PontiacGrand Prix3.8LV6N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
2005BuickPark Avenue——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
2005ChevroletImpala3.8LV6N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
2005ChevroletMonte Carlo3.8LV6N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
2005PontiacGrand Prix3.8LV6N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
2004BuickPark Avenue——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
2004BuickRegal——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
2004ChevroletImpala3.8LV6N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
2004ChevroletMonte Carlo3.8LV6N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
2004PontiacGrand Prix——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
2003BuickPark Avenue——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
2003BuickRegal——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
2003PontiacBonneville——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
2003PontiacGrand Prix3.8LV6N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
2002BuickPark Avenue——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
2002BuickRegal——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
2002PontiacBonneville——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
2002PontiacGrand Prix3.8LV6N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
2001BuickPark Avenue——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
2001BuickRegal——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
2001PontiacBonneville——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
2001PontiacGrand Prix3.8LV6N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
2000BuickLeSabre——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
2000BuickPark Avenue——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
2000BuickRegal——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
2000PontiacBonneville——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
2000PontiacGrand Prix3.8LV6N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
1999BuickPark Avenue——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
1999BuickRegal——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
1999BuickRiviera——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
1999OldsmobileLSS——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
1999PontiacBonneville——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
1999PontiacGrand Prix3.8LV6N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
1998BuickPark Avenue——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
1998BuickRegal——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
1998BuickRiviera——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
1998OldsmobileLSS——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
1998PontiacBonneville——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
1998PontiacGrand Prix3.8LV6N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
1997BuickPark Avenue——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
1997BuickRegal——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
1997BuickRiviera——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
1997OldsmobileLSS——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
1997PontiacBonneville——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
1997PontiacGrand Prix3.8LV6N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
1996BuickPark Avenue——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
1996BuickRiviera——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
1996OldsmobileLSS——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive
1996PontiacBonneville——N/ASC Performance 8 Rib 5% Overdrive