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Gates 38597 DriveAlign Heavy Duty Automatic Belt Tensioner

Part of: Gates DriveAlign Heavy Duty Automatic Belt Tensioner

Other options in this family: Gates 38667 Gates 38627 Gates 38629 Gates 38548

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Part Number

38597
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Product Details

The Gates 38597 DriveAlign Heavy Duty Automatic Belt Tensioner is an engineered premium OE replacement component designed to maintain proper serpentine belt tension throughout the life of your vehicle's accessory drive system. This automatic tensioner uses a spring-loaded mechanism to compensate for belt stretch and wear, ensuring consistent belt performance and reducing the risk of slippage or premature belt failure.

Key Features:

  • DriveAlign technology ensures proper pulley alignment to prevent belt wear and noise
  • Heavy-duty construction with premium bearings for extended service life
  • Automatic tensioning mechanism maintains optimal belt tension without adjustment
  • Direct-fit OE replacement design for simplified installation
  • Engineered to meet or exceed OE specifications for reliability
  • Precision-machined pulley surface for smooth belt operation

Gates is a trusted leader in automotive belt drive systems, and this tensioner is manufactured to the same quality standards as original equipment. Regular replacement of belt tensioners is essential for preventing unexpected breakdowns and maintaining accessory drive system performance. This tensioner is designed for heavy-duty applications where durability and reliability are critical.

Products specifications

Contents

Tensioner Assy.

Outside Diameter (mm)

75

WIDTH (MM)

32.5

Bearing Bore Inside Diameter 1 (mm)

30

Contact Surface

Smooth/Backside

Instruction Sheet Number

98-0017 (General Instructions)

Number of Pulleys

1

Pulley 1 Flanged

No

Best Price on this product that I've found. Thank you Unfortunately I'm going to have to return the item since it won't fit my application.

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Thank You! I hope they will not melt down during shipping from this HEAT. I live in Texas and it has gotten HOT. Also I hope UPS or FedX do NOT throw these babies around like they sometimes do. Thanks again.

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If this item is real at this price, this is the best shopping experience of my life so far.

Amazingly fast shipping. Item came as ordered & properly packaged. I received item faster than expected & on time for my father in law's birthday. Will definitely use Autoplicity again.

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