Billet Flexplate - SFI Chevy V8 - 153 Tooth

The Billet Flexplate - SFI Chevy V8 - 153 Tooth (MEZIERE FP301) is a precision-engineered component designed for serious engine builders and transmission specialists working with small-block and big-block Chevrolet V8 platforms. This forged billet flexplate serves as the critical interface between your engine's crankshaft and automatic transmission torque converter, handling extreme rotational forces in high-performance applications. Whether you're building a street machine, bracket racer, or boosted powerplant, a quality flexplate is non-negotiable for reliable power transfer and engine longevity.

Machined from solid billet aluminum, the MEZIERE FP301 offers superior strength-to-weight characteristics compared to cast alternatives, reducing rotating mass while resisting flexing under load. The 153-tooth ring gear pattern is the standard Chevy V8 configuration, delivering consistent starter engagement across all compatible applications. SFI certification ensures this component meets Safety, Standards and International sanctioning body requirements for motorsports use, critical for track applications and engine swaps. The compact 14.6-inch diameter footprint and 1.3-inch thickness integrate seamlessly with stock and modified bellhousing geometries without requiring fabrication modifications.

This flexplate is ideal for builders upgrading from stock components, turbocharged or supercharged builds, and any Chevy V8 automatic transmission swap requiring SFI-rated hardware for safety compliance. Installation requires standard engine hoist techniques and basic hand tools; balance the flexplate as an assembly with your torque converter for optimal vibration control. At 6.59 pounds, the billet construction provides durability through thousands of heat cycles without cracking or stress fractures common to aged cast units. Backed by MEZIERE's reputation for precision automotive components, this flexplate delivers the reliability and performance that discriminating engine builders demand.