Gates OE Tensioner = True Heavy-Duty Performance Real world tested on Detroit Diesel Series Engines, the DriveAlign™ tensioner boasts true heavy duty performance up to 550,000 kilometres. This advanced, drop-in ready solution will save both downtime and money. When Detroit Diesel found that their 13 and 15 litre engines were showing premature OE tensioner failure, Gates created a custom solution. Gates DriveAlign™ Heavy-Duty Tensioner (part number 38667) is designed to replace both the OE tensioners on DD13 and DD15 engines. This is an advanced, OE replacement Heavy-Duty Tensioner applied to Freightliner Cascadia, Coronado and more. The Gates DriveAlign™ Heavy-Duty Tensioner was trialled and tested by having it fitted to a high kilometre fleet. After the vehicles had done more than 400,000kms the tensioner was removed and inspected; results showed excellent durability and reliability. Tensioner Design: The unique design of the 38667 tensioner combines the fan and accessory belt drive tensioners on a common bracket. Advantages of Gates 38667 tensioner over the OE: Larger pivot bushing –Prolongs tensioner life Longer tensioner arm – Reduces pivot bushing wear Balance of loads – Ensures proper alignment of the tensioner Double row pulley bearings – Proven to last longer than other bearings Higher damping – Reduces arm movement Easier to install
