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Gates 38201 Belt Tensioner Assembly Review

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Description of Gates 38201 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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Unnecessarily tedious installation and failure after one year

This part eliminates the annoying squeak/squeak on my 2002 BMW 330xi. A year later, however, the creaking returned. My rating is so low because the pulley on this part interferes with the bottom mounting bolt. During installation I had to remove the alternator, which is completely unnecessary with a normal tensioner. The OEM idler gives you enough room to slip your hand under the pulley to tighten the bottom mounting bolt, but not with this one. Contributing to the chunky nature of this product

Pros
  • Patented labyrinth seal protects internal components and meets or exceeds OE life expectancy
Cons
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