Pioneer Cables FRA-109 Automatic Transmission Flexplate

Pioneer Cables FRA-109 Automatic Transmission Flexplate

The Pioneer Cables FRA-109 is an automatic transmission flexplate built to restore OEM-level performance in supported applications. It is made from high-grade steel, formed to original dimensions, and precision balanced to factory specifications for consistent operation.

Key Features

• Outside diameter: 13.91 in. for the specified applications
• 166-tooth ring gear for starter engagement
• 11.5 mm mounting hole diameter
• Automated welding process for consistent strength
• Precision balanced to factory specs
• OE-style replacement for automatic transmission service

Detailed Description

The Pioneer Cables FRA-109 automatic transmission flexplate is engineered for vehicles that require a 13.91-inch outside diameter and 166 teeth. Built from high-grade steel and manufactured to original dimensions, this flexplate supports proper starter engagement and rotational stability in applications such as Buick LeSabre, Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, and Pontiac Firebird. The FRA-109 is a direct-fit replacement for a range of GM rear-wheel-drive passenger cars and chassis applications where the listed tooth count and mounting dimensions match.

This part cross-references Gates 33618 for the same application.

What It Is Used For

• Replacing a worn, cracked, or warped flexplate
• Restoring starter ring gear engagement issues
• Addressing vibration caused by imbalance in the flexplate
• Correcting drivability problems tied to damaged transmission-to-engine coupling
• Servicing GM automatic transmission applications with 166 teeth and a 13.91-inch diameter

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify tooth count, outside diameter, and mounting hole diameter before installation.
• Confirm the application notes, including any weight or engine-specific requirements listed for the vehicle.
• Inspect the starter, crankshaft flange, and related components for wear before installing the new flexplate.
• Use the vehicle fitment list to match the exact year, make, and model before ordering.

Quality Assurance

Pioneer Cables manufactures this flexplate using automated welding and factory balancing processes to help maintain consistent fit and performance. The FRA-109 is built as a quality replacement part for OEM-style service in the listed applications.