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product_id: 4977564
title: "Gates 36220 DriveAlign Belt Drive Idler/Tensioner Pulley"
brand: "gates"
price: "VT11328"
currency: VUV
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Gates"
url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/4977564-gates-36220-drivealign-belt-drive-idler-tensioner-pulley
store_origin: VU
region: Vanuatu
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# High-temp resistant premium bearings Precision steel & thermoplastic build OE-quality fit for domestic & import vehicles Gates 36220 DriveAlign Belt Drive Idler/Tensioner Pulley

**Brand:** gates
**Price:** VT11328
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⚙️ Drive with confidence—because your engine deserves the best tensioner in the game!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Gates 36220 DriveAlign Belt Drive Idler/Tensioner Pulley by gates
- **How much does it cost?** VT11328 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## 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

- • **Silent Strength:** Premium bearings exceed OE standards, delivering whisper-quiet operation even under high-speed, high-load conditions.
- • **Trusted Performance:** Backed by Gates’ legacy, this pulley ensures reliable belt tensioning for optimal engine efficiency and longevity.
- • **Seamless Compatibility:** OE-quality fit designed to perfectly match virtually every domestic and import vehicle on the road today.
- • **Effortless Installation:** Precision manufacturing guarantees a hassle-free, perfect fit that saves you time and frustration.
- • **Engineered for Endurance:** Steel and thermoplastic construction ensures unmatched durability and resistance to dirt, salt, and chemicals.

## Overview

The Gates 36220 DriveAlign Belt Drive Idler/Tensioner Pulley combines precision steel and thermoplastic construction with premium OE-quality bearings to deliver durable, quiet, and reliable belt tensioning. Engineered for compatibility with most domestic and import vehicles, it resists harsh under-hood contaminants and high temperatures, ensuring long-lasting performance and easy installation. Trusted by professionals and enthusiasts alike, this pulley is a smart upgrade for anyone serious about engine efficiency and longevity.

## Description

DriveAlign Idler Pulleys provide OE-quality fit to passenger cars and light trucks, performing as a locked center tensioning pulley, an automatic belt tensioner pulley or an idler pulley.

Review: Excellent Quality and Performance - I recently purchased the Gates 36220 DriveAlign Belt Drive Idler/Tensioner Pulley and am thoroughly impressed with its quality and performance. Here’s why I rate it five stars: 1. Superior Build: The pulley is incredibly well-built with high-quality materials. It feels sturdy and durable, which gives me confidence in its longevity. 2. Easy Installation: Installing the pulley was a breeze. It fit perfectly into place without any issues, making the whole process quick and hassle-free. 3. Smooth Operation: Once installed, the pulley operates smoothly and quietly. It effectively tensions the belt, ensuring optimal performance of my vehicle’s engine. 4. Reliable Brand: Gates is known for manufacturing top-notch automotive parts, and this pulley is no exception. It lives up to the brand’s reputation for reliability. 5. Value for Money: Considering its quality and performance, the Gates 36220 DriveAlign Belt Drive Idler/Tensioner Pulley offers excellent value for money. It’s a worthwhile investment for anyone looking to replace their tensioner pulley. Overall, I’m highly satisfied with this purchase and would recommend it to anyone in need of a reliable belt drive idler/tensioner pulley.
Review: Worked perfect - Used it on an ls engine. Went on and worked with no issues

## Features

- Steel and thermoplastic construction designed to tight manufacturing tolerances for high durability and quality performance
- Built to last with a superior resistance to dirt, salt, chemicals and other under-hood contaminants
- OE-quality fit for virtually every domestic or import vehicle on the road today
- Bearings meet or exceed OE standards with application-specific speed and load requirements, to withstand high under hood temperatures
- Premium bearings eliminate bearing noise

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B001UCBJK2 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #234,224 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) #176 in Automotive Replacement Idler Pulleys |
| Brand | Gates |
| Customer Reviews | 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars (60) |
| Date First Available | October 10, 2007 |
| Exterior | Machined |
| Item Weight | 3.2 ounces |
| Item model number | 36220 |
| Manufacturer | Gates |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 36220 |
| Model | DriveAlign Belt Drive Idler/Tensioner Pulley |
| OEM Part Number | 12557334, 12557335, 12558187 |
| Position | Front |

## Images

![Gates 36220 DriveAlign Belt Drive Idler/Tensioner Pulley - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71NoE1p11yL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Quality and Performance
*by T***B on July 24, 2024*

I recently purchased the Gates 36220 DriveAlign Belt Drive Idler/Tensioner Pulley and am thoroughly impressed with its quality and performance. Here’s why I rate it five stars: 1. Superior Build: The pulley is incredibly well-built with high-quality materials. It feels sturdy and durable, which gives me confidence in its longevity. 2. Easy Installation: Installing the pulley was a breeze. It fit perfectly into place without any issues, making the whole process quick and hassle-free. 3. Smooth Operation: Once installed, the pulley operates smoothly and quietly. It effectively tensions the belt, ensuring optimal performance of my vehicle’s engine. 4. Reliable Brand: Gates is known for manufacturing top-notch automotive parts, and this pulley is no exception. It lives up to the brand’s reputation for reliability. 5. Value for Money: Considering its quality and performance, the Gates 36220 DriveAlign Belt Drive Idler/Tensioner Pulley offers excellent value for money. It’s a worthwhile investment for anyone looking to replace their tensioner pulley. Overall, I’m highly satisfied with this purchase and would recommend it to anyone in need of a reliable belt drive idler/tensioner pulley.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Worked perfect
*by J***N on May 10, 2024*

Used it on an ls engine. Went on and worked with no issues

### ⭐⭐⭐ I ordered 2 but only got 1
*by B***S on December 11, 2022*

I like and dislike because I ordered 2 but I only got 1

## Frequently Bought Together

- Gates 36220 DriveAlign Belt Drive Idler/Tensioner Pulley
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*Last updated: 2026-05-06*