--- product_id: 13362848 title: "Gates 38285 Drive Align Automatic Belt Drive Tensioner" brand: "gates" price: "B/.408" currency: PAB in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Gates" url: https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/13362848-gates-38285-drive-align-automatic-belt-drive-tensioner store_origin: PA region: Panama --- # OEM quality materials Fits cars, vans, SUVs Vibration-damping system Gates 38285 Drive Align Automatic Belt Drive Tensioner **Brand:** gates **Price:** B/.408 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔧 Elevate Your Drive with Unmatched Reliability! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Gates 38285 Drive Align Automatic Belt Drive Tensioner by gates - **How much does it cost?** B/.408 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.pa](https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/13362848-gates-38285-drive-align-automatic-belt-drive-tensioner) ## Best For - gates enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted gates brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Precision Fit:** Comprehensive line for various vehicles ensures a perfect match. - • **Vibration Control:** Innovative damping system enhances the life of the tensioner and accessories. - • **Durable Protection:** Patented labyrinth seal safeguards internal components for longevity. - • **Reliable Performance:** Torsional round spring design guarantees consistent tension and reliability. - • **OEM Quality Assurance:** Manufactured with top-tier materials to meet or exceed original standards. ## Overview The Gates 38285 DriveAlign Automatic Belt Drive Tensioner is engineered for a wide range of vehicles, ensuring a factory match with superior quality materials. Its patented features, including a labyrinth seal and vibration-damping system, enhance durability and performance, making it a must-have for any professional looking to maintain their vehicle's efficiency. ## Description The GATES 38285 replacement tensioner assembly for '03-'20 Dodge Cummins Turbo Diesel trucks with 5.9L or 6.7L engines ensures that the serpentine belt stays tight. Review: Quality - Nice , heavy duty, perfect fit Review: Awesome Thank you Canada. - NICE! This product is heavy duty, not garbage like so many of the others, it was a simple ten minute job to change. Just a little longer for recirculating the serpentine belt. the perfect fit for my 6.7 cummins engine. Side note it is important to pick a tensioner with a new replacement bolt, you DONOT want to use the old bolt, it is rusty and could break off with a new tensioner. Always replace new with new... ## Features - 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 ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B000IY5YU4 | | Belt Style | Serpentine | | Best Sellers Rank | #81,762 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) #60 in Automotive Replacement Belt Tensioners | | Brand | Gates | | Brand Name | Gates | | Color | Multicolor | | Compatible Devices | Car | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 599 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00072053979282 | | Included Components | DriveAlign Automatic Belt Drive Tensioner | | Item Type Name | Gates 38285 DriveAlign Automatic Belt Drive Tensioner | | Item Weight | 4 Pounds | | Manufacturer | GATES | | Number of Items | 1 | | Part Number | 38285 | | Style Number | 38285 | | UPC | 072053979282 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Warranty Description | Please contact retailer/seller for assistance | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Gates - **Belt Style:** Serpentine - **Compatible Devices:** Car - **Item Weight:** 3.95 Pounds - **Color:** Multicolor ## Images ![Gates 38285 Drive Align Automatic Belt Drive Tensioner - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81RtWmhHGjS.jpg) ![Gates 38285 Drive Align Automatic Belt Drive Tensioner - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81qwAV6CnBS.jpg) ![Gates 38285 Drive Align Automatic Belt Drive Tensioner - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81TBuhwn7IS.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Will this fit a 1994 12Valve 5.9L** A: I would say no and it fit the 2007 5.9 24v. **Q: Does this fit a 5.9 12 valve as well?** A: Yes. **Q: Does this belt tensioner fit on a 5.9l 24v Cummins?** A: Yes, fit my 06 like a glove **Q: What does 38513 tensioner fit** A: 2008 Cummins 6.7 ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quality *by T***T on May 4, 2026* Nice , heavy duty, perfect fit ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Awesome Thank you Canada. *by J***E on December 3, 2025* NICE! This product is heavy duty, not garbage like so many of the others, it was a simple ten minute job to change. Just a little longer for recirculating the serpentine belt. the perfect fit for my 6.7 cummins engine. Side note it is important to pick a tensioner with a new replacement bolt, you DONOT want to use the old bolt, it is rusty and could break off with a new tensioner. Always replace new with new... ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works good *by E***E on August 12, 2025* Works good so far. No issues. Good fitment. 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