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Gates 38143 DriveAlign Automatic Belt Tensioner

(Chevrolet C1500 1990-93, K2500 1991-93, C3500 1988-93, C2500 1991-93, K3500 1988-93, K2500 Suburban 1992-93, G30 1988-91, V30 1988 + 20 more models)

Part of: Gates DriveAlign Automatic Belt Tensioner

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Part Number

38143
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Product Details

The Gates 38143 DriveAlign automatic belt tensioner is engineered to maintain optimal serpentine belt tension throughout the life of your vehicle's accessory drive system. This OE-replacement tensioner features an application-specific design that meets original equipment requirements for constant tension, vibration resistance, and proper belt alignment.

Key Specifications:

  • Bearing bore inside diameter: 17 mm
  • Outside diameter: 90 mm
  • Width: 37.5 mm
  • Belt type: 6-rib V-ribbed (serpentine)
  • Construction: Steel material for durability

Features and Benefits:

  • DriveAlign technology ensures consistent belt tension across all operating conditions
  • Precision-engineered to OE specifications for direct replacement
  • Steel construction provides long-lasting performance and wear resistance
  • Helps prevent belt slippage, noise, and premature accessory wear
  • Backed by Gates limited lifetime warranty

This tensioner is sold individually and designed to restore proper tension and alignment to your vehicle's serpentine belt system, ensuring reliable operation of critical accessories including the alternator, power steering pump, water pump, and air conditioning compressor.

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Fits

Chevrolet C1500 1990-93, K2500 1991-93, C3500 1988-93, C2500 1991-93, K3500 1988-93, K2500 Suburban 1992-93, G30 1988-91, V30 1988, C2500 Suburban 1992-93, G30 Van 1988-91, R30 1988, V2500 Suburban 1990, R20 1988, V20 Suburban 1988 + 14 more models

Contents

Tensioner Assy.

Outside Diameter (mm)

90

WIDTH (MM)

36

Bearing Bore Inside Diameter 1 (mm)

17

Contact Surface

Smooth/Backside

Import or Domestic

Domestic

Instruction Sheet Number

98-0017 (General Instructions)

Number of Pulleys

1

OE Comparison Rating

OE Quality (OEQ)

Pulley 1 Flanged

No

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