Pioneer Cables FRG-148B Clutch Flywheel Ring Gear

Clutch Flywheel Ring Gear for GM Applications

Pioneer Cables FRG-148B is a clutch flywheel ring gear built for starter engagement on select Pontiac, Chevrolet, and GMC vehicles. It is specified with 148 teeth, an 11.588-inch inside diameter, a 12.41-inch outside diameter, and a 0.453-inch thickness for direct replacement use where the original ring gear teeth are worn or damaged.

Key Features

• 148-tooth ring gear for starter motor engagement
• 11.588-inch inside diameter
• 12.41-inch outside diameter
• 0.453-inch thickness
• Replacement part number FRG-148B for transmission and flywheel service
• Built to match original fit and function for the listed applications

Detailed Description

This Pioneer Cables FRG-148B clutch flywheel ring gear is used where the starter motor engages the flywheel to crank the engine. Over time, repeated starter contact can wear down or break the ring gear teeth, leading to starting problems. FRG-148B is made as an OE-style replacement for the original ring gear dimensions and tooth count, making it a direct service part for vehicles such as the Pontiac Firebird, Chevrolet Camaro, Chevrolet S10, and GMC Sonoma. This part cross-references StrongArm 4488 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Grinding or slipping during engine cranking
• Starter motor engagement issues caused by worn teeth
• Broken or missing flywheel ring gear teeth
• Hard-start conditions related to damaged starter engagement surfaces
• Flywheel service needs on listed Pontiac, Chevrolet, and GMC models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify tooth count, inside diameter, outside diameter, and thickness before installation. Confirm the flywheel or clutch assembly matches the listed 148-tooth specification for your application. Fits 1982-1995 Pontiac Firebird, N/A; Fits 1982-1987 Chevrolet Camaro, N/A; Fits 1990-1992 Chevrolet Camaro, N/A; Fits 1982-1993 Chevrolet S10, N/A; Fits 1983-1989 Chevrolet S10 Blazer, N/A; Fits 1991-1993 GMC Sonoma, N/A; Fits 1982-1990 GMC S15, N/A; Fits 1983-1989 GMC S15 Jimmy, N/A.

Quality Assurance

Pioneer ring gears are engineered to match the original part’s fit and function for the listed vehicles, supporting durable service life in starter engagement applications.