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๐Ÿš— Gates 38386 DriveAlign: Enhancing Car Performance with an Automatic Belt Drive Tensioner Review

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Description of ๐Ÿš— Gates 38386 DriveAlign: Enhancing Car Performance with an Automatic Belt Drive Tensioner

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

Better than expected

Bought this tensioner from Revain because of the good price. I was a bit skeptical about the quality but was pleasantly surprised when it arrived. It fit right in and solved my problem with belt squeaking.

Pros
  • Control Parts
Cons
  • I vaguely remember

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Perfect for engine parts

I hear engine noise on my 1999 Mustang GT. I thought the tensioner was replaced but the knocking stayed. The next step was the tensioner. I tried to find a replacement for the pulley attached to the tensioner but couldn't so settled on this block. It installed easily and solved the problem. I wonder if it will last 135,000 miles like the original. I doubt I'll be there to see it.

Pros
  • Engines and engine parts
Cons
  • Slightly dented

Revainrating 1 out of 5

There was a problem with this part. - Buy the Motorcraft module.

Overall Gates products are top notch, especially their belts and hoses. However, this device failed (started clicking/squeaking) in less than 1000 miles. It wasn't the belt, it was the block itself. A qualified mechanic informed me that this is a common problem with replacement parts for this application. Do yourself a favor and spend a few more dollars on an OEM Motorcraft unit. This can save you headaches in the future.

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  • Automotive
Cons
  • Definitely a bad product

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Quality performance - smooth and quiet.

When the OEM belt tensioner failed I decided on a Gates 38386 belt tensioner and a new Gates K060980RPM high performance V-belt for the famous 95 MERC 4.6L SOHC V-8. The original unit and most replacement parts have a flat tension spring, while the Gates tensioner has a helical tension spring and automatically self-aligns to ensure quiet operation and long life. The Gates 38386 looks very good, built with quality materials. Installation was easy and the belt and tensioner now run smoothly andโ€ฆ

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  • Engine Parts
Cons
  • Not everything fits