Gates 38524 belt tensioner for the 2000-2001 Freightliner Argosy 6-cylinder 10.3L, the 2000-2004 Argosy 6-cylinder 12.0L, the 2003 Argosy 6-cylinder 10.3L and other vehicles holds the accessory drive belt at working tension. In laboratory vibration and contamination tests, FleetRunner heavy-duty tensioners lasted up to 3X longer than competitive aftermarket tensioners.
- Gates FleetRunner Heavy-Duty automatic belt drive tensioner
- Patented labyrinth seal keeps contamination out of the internal parts
- Steel pulley with dust shields that protect the internal bearings from contamination
- Double-row bearing that carries more load
- Chrome-silicone round torsion spring designed for low flex-fatigue
- Patented damping mechanism for stability and reduced vibration in the accessory drive
Quick facts
- Part: Gates 38524 belt tensioner
- Also called: serpentine belt tensioner
- Fits: the 2000-2001 Freightliner Argosy 6-cylinder 10.3L, the 2000-2004 Argosy 6-cylinder 12.0L, the 2003 Argosy 6-cylinder 10.3L and other vehicles
- Position: Air conditioning, fan to air conditioning
- Material: Steel
- Condition: New
A squealing belt, a fluttering belt or a rough, noisy pulley bearing can mean a serpentine belt tensioner is wearing out. Before you replace it, rule out a worn belt or a seized accessory pulley, since either one can make the belt noisy too. This listing is one tensioner, and the 2000-2004 Argosy 6-cylinder 12.0L takes one.
Fits
This belt tensioner is a direct-fit replacement for the 2001-2003 Freightliner Columbia 6-cylinder 10.3L, the 2002-2004 Columbia 6-cylinder 12.0L, the 2001-2003 Freightliner Century Class 6-cylinder 10.3L and the 2001-2004 Century Class 6-cylinder 12.0L. For a Freightliner or Sterling truck not named here, look up its year and engine in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: Air conditioning, fan to air conditioning
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Outside diameter: 75 mm (2.95 in)
- Bearing bore inside diameter: 30 mm (1.18 in)
- Width: 40 mm (1.57 in)
- Pulley quantity: 1
- Mounting holes: 1
Build and materials
- Type: Automatic belt tensioner
- Material: Steel
- Belt type: V-ribbed
- Contact surface: Smooth/backside
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: Canada
In the box
One belt tensioner assembly and one bolt.
Interchange: GT38524 · DC0568 · 89420 · DCO568 · 49529 · 910005A · VKM910005 · 910005
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
38524, GT38524, DC0568, 89420, DCO568, 49529, 910005A, VKM910005, 910005
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Gates 38524 belt tensioner right for the 2001-2003 Freightliner Columbia 6-cylinder 10.3L?
Yes. Gates 38524 fits the 2001-2003 Freightliner Columbia 6-cylinder 10.3L and the 2002-2004 Columbia 6-cylinder 12.0L. For another truck, look it up in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Does this Gates drive belt tensioner come with its bolt?
Yes. Gates 38524 comes as one tensioner assembly with one bolt.
What are the pulley size and bearing bore on this belt tensioner?
The pulley is 75 mm (2.95 in) in outside diameter and 40 mm (1.57 in) wide, with a 30 mm (1.18 in) bearing bore. It has one pulley with a smooth/backside contact surface.
What bearing and spring does this FleetRunner tensioner use?
This tensioner has a double-row bearing that carries more load and lasts up to 3X longer than two individual bearings. It also has a chrome-silicone round torsion spring and a patented damping mechanism.
Does the Gates 38524 replace the GT38524 tensioner?
Yes. GT38524 is one of the other numbers Gates 38524 replaces; the remaining ones are on the Interchange line.
