Product Description
Gates DriveAlign Heavy-Duty Belt Drive Tensioner | 38501
The Gates DriveAlign 38501 is a heavy-duty automatic belt drive tensioner engineered to maintain consistent belt tension and extend serpentine belt life in demanding truck and engine applications. This steel tensioner features a smooth backside design for reliable performance in high-temperature environments.
Key Features
- Automatic tension adjustment maintains optimal belt pressure under varying load conditions
- Steel construction with smooth backside design for durability and compatibility
- Heavy-duty engineering meets or exceeds OEM specifications
- Reduces belt wear and extends service intervals
Specifications
| Brand | Gates |
| Part Number | 38501 |
| Weight | 931.82 lb |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 2.95 × 1.18 × 1.28 in |
| UPC | 072053557978 |
Cross References
| DETROIT DIESEL CORPORATION | 0127425000 |
| STERLING TRUCK CORPORATION | 0127425000 |
| DETROIT DIESEL CORPORATION | 23520317 |
| FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION | 01-27425-000 |
| WESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC. | 01-27425-000 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ OF NORTH AMERICA, INC. | 0127425000 |
| WESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC. | 23520317 |
| PACCAR PARTS | 23520317 |
| AC DELCO INC | 38501 |
| FREIGHTLINER CORPORATION | 23520317 |
⚠️ Prop 65 Warning
WARNING: This product can expose you to lead, nickel, and other chemicals, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov.