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Gates 38659 Heavy Duty DriveAlign Automatic Belt Tensioner

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Part Number

38659
Sale Price

$284.34

Estimated ship date Friday, November 20

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Product Details

The Gates 38659 DriveAlign Heavy Duty Automatic Belt Tensioner is a premium OE-replacement tensioner engineered to maintain precise serpentine belt tension throughout the life of your drive belt system. Designed to meet or exceed original equipment specifications, this tensioner ensures consistent belt load, reducing slippage, noise, and premature belt wear.

Key Features:

  • DriveAlign Premium OE Design – Engineered to match original equipment geometry and performance for a direct, no-modification installation
  • Heavy Duty Construction – Built with reinforced components to withstand the demands of high-load and high-mileage applications
  • Precision Spring Tension – Maintains optimal belt tension to prevent belt slip, squealing, and accessory drive failures
  • Integrated Dampening Mechanism – Reduces belt and tensioner oscillation for smoother, quieter operation
  • High-Quality Pulley Bearing – Smooth-rolling bearing minimizes friction and heat buildup for extended service life
  • Corrosion-Resistant Finish – Protects against rust and environmental exposure for long-term durability

Gates is a globally recognized leader in power transmission and fluid power products, and the DriveAlign line represents their commitment to OE-quality replacement parts. The Gates 38659 is a reliable, long-lasting solution for restoring proper accessory drive belt function.

Products specifications

Contents

Tensioner Assy.

Outside Diameter (mm)

80

WIDTH (MM)

35.5

Bearing Bore Inside Diameter 1 (mm)

17

Contact Surface

Smooth/Backside

Import or Domestic

Import

Instruction Sheet Number

98-0017 (General Instructions)

Number of Pulleys

1

OE Comparison Rating

OE Exact (OEX)

Pulley 1 Flanged

No

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