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Gates 38191 Belt Tensioner Assembly Review

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Revainrating 3.5 out of 5  
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3.7
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Description of Gates 38191 Belt Tensioner Assembly

Comprehensive line includes parts to fit cars, vans, SUVs and light trucks, domestic and import (European and Asian). Manufactured using the same or improved technology and quality materials as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) part, assuring a factory match. Patented labyrinth seal protects internal components to meet or exceed OE life expectancy requirements. Patented vibration-damping system absorbs extreme vibration to improve tensioner, as well as belt and accessory, life. Torsional round spring design provides reliability as well as consistent tension.

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Revainrating 5 out of 5

Fits perfectly! Made in Canada, not China!

Absolutely perfect fit and functionality. My 2001 F350 has 380,000 miles and the belt has started to lose some ribs. Replaced belts and did it again after a short while, so time to investigate. This tensioner is worn and tends to one side due to wear, causing the belt to move sideways, weakening the ribs over time. So this tensioner is a solution and the best part is that it is made in Canada and not China.

Pros
  • Engine Parts
Cons
  • Vanish

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Great straps and hoses but keep an eye out for their other products!

Gates is my first choice for belts and hoses and I almost never have a problem with their products. But this tensioner has a design flaw that puts the adjustment molding too close to the belt and in the case of my car it was actually rubbing against the belt! At first I thought the strap was too long, but the same thing happened with replacing the strap. I ended up paying another $20 for Hayden's role and it worked; The square of the adjuster was now at least 1/2 inch from the belt. This can be

Pros
  • Timings
Cons
  • Available in white only

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great part! for engine parts

Time will tell how durable this unit is but I have to say I'm so glad right now that I saved $35 on a Motorcraft unit. Compared to 2, the gate block is very well made and the gate block is significantly heavier. This leads me to believe that the overall quality of the bike is better than the replacement. I think when I get 223k it will officially be better. When I pulled the old one out, the center bolt was wedged fairly well due to the separation of the two halves. I had to knock the bolt out…

Pros
  • engines and engine parts
Cons
  • Definitely a bad product