Pioneer Cables FRA-101 Automatic Transmission Flexplate

Automatic Transmission Flexplate for OE-Style Replacement

The Pioneer Cables FRA-101 automatic transmission flexplate is built as a direct replacement for restoring factory-style driveline operation. It is made from high-grade steel, welded for consistent strength, and precision balanced to factory specifications for Buick and Pontiac applications that use a 160-tooth pattern.

Compatible With select 1964-1980 Buick LeSabre, Buick Skylark, Buick Century, Buick Regal, Buick Riviera, Pontiac Bonneville, Pontiac Catalina, and Pontiac Laurentian applications listed below.

Key Features

• Part number: FRA-101
• Automatic transmission flexplate for OE-style replacement
• 160 teeth for the listed Buick and Pontiac applications
• 13.438-inch outside diameter
• 11.75-inch mounting hole diameter
• 1.120-inch diameter specification
• Built from high-grade steel
• Automated welding process for consistent strength
• Precision balanced to factory specs
• Pitch flywheels: 12 to 14

Detailed Description

Pioneer Cables FRA-101 is an automatic transmission flexplate engineered to match original dimensions and restore OEM-level performance in the correct applications. The 160-tooth design, 13.438-inch outside diameter, and factory-style balance make it a direct-fit solution for many Buick LeSabre, Buick Skylark, Buick Century, Buick Regal, Buick Riviera, Pontiac Bonneville, Pontiac Catalina, and Pontiac Laurentian vehicles. This flexplate is a practical choice when replacing a worn, cracked, or out-of-spec flexplate in a transmission service or engine rebuild.

This part cross-references Febi-Bilstein 33608 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Cracked or fatigued flexplate material
• Starter engagement issues caused by worn ring gear teeth
• Vibration from an out-of-balance flexplate
• Noise from damaged or distorted flexplate surfaces
• Driveline concerns related to incorrect flexplate dimensions

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify tooth count, outside diameter, and mounting dimensions before installation. Confirm the application matches the listed Buick and Pontiac fitment, including notes such as w/ Weight or Exc. Racing Eng. where shown. Inspect the starter, torque converter interface, and related fasteners during service, and follow the vehicle service manual for torque and alignment procedures.

Quality Assurance

Pioneer Cables manufactures this flexplate using original dimensions, automated welding for consistency, and precision balancing to factory specifications. The FRA-101 is not SFI approved and does not include an SFI certification sticker.

• Fits 1964-1965 Buick LeSabre, N/A
• Fits 1964-1967 Buick Skylark, N/A
• Fits 1966-1971 Buick LeSabre, N/A; w/ Weight
• Fits 1971 Buick Skylark, N/A; w/ Weight
• Fits 1972-1980 Buick LeSabre, N/A
• Fits 1973-1977 Buick Century, N/A
• Fits 1975-1976 Buick Regal, N/A
• Fits 1975-1976 Buick Skylark, N/A
• Fits 1977-1978 Buick Riviera, N/A
• Fits 1978 Pontiac Bonneville, N/A
• Fits 1978 Pontiac Catalina, N/A
• Fits 1979 Pontiac Bonneville, N/A; Exc. Racing Eng.
• Fits 1979 Pontiac Catalina, N/A; Exc. Racing Eng.
• Fits 1980 Pontiac Bonneville, N/A
• Fits 1980 Pontiac Catalina, N/A
• Fits 1980 Pontiac Laurentian, N/A