Gates 36329 Accessory Drive Belt Idler Pulley - Alternator

Gates DriveAlign OE Pulley for Ford Super Duty

The Gates DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley, part number 36329, is an accessory drive belt idler pulley built for OE-style fit and function on select Ford Super Duty applications. It is used on alternator drive setups with dual alternators, where stable belt tracking and consistent pulley alignment matter.

Built with a steel pulley body, a 6-groove V-ribbed contact surface, and a flanged design, this Gates 36329 pulley is made to match the requirements of the accessory drive belt system. The included bolt, dust shield, and spacer are listed in the product contents for this application.

Key Features

• Accessory drive belt idler pulley for OE-style replacement
• Steel construction for durability in engine-bay service
• 6-groove V-ribbed grooved contact surface
• 77 mm outside diameter and 30 mm width
• 17 mm bearing bore inside diameter
• Flanged pulley design for belt guidance
• Contents listed: pulley, bolt, dust shield, spacer

Product Details

Gates DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley components are engineered for passenger cars and light trucks where the pulley may serve as a locked center tensioning pulley, an automatic belt tensioner pulley, or an idler pulley depending on the application. This part number 36329 is listed for the alternator position on select Ford E-350 Super Duty, Ford F-250 Super Duty, Ford F-350 Super Duty, and Ford E-350 Club Wagon models with dual alternators. This part cross-references Litens 900539A for the same application.

Common Issues This Part Can Address

• Belt noise from a worn or rough idler pulley bearing
• Improper belt tracking across the accessory drive system
• Visible pulley wear on the alternator drive path
• Vibration or instability in the belt routing area
• Service replacement for a damaged OE-style pulley assembly

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle’s alternator-drive configuration and dual-alternator setup before ordering. Confirm pulley diameter, groove count, and bearing bore against the original part to ensure correct alignment on Ford E-350 Super Duty, Ford F-250 Super Duty, Ford F-350 Super Duty, or Ford E-350 Club Wagon applications. Use the listed contents and follow factory service procedures for belt routing and torque specifications.

Quality Assurance

Gates DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley parts are positioned as OE-quality replacement components for accessory drive belt system service. The design and dimensions are specified to support proper fitment on the listed Ford applications, including 2003-2007 Ford F-250 Super Duty, 2003-2007 Ford F-350 Super Duty, 2004-2005 Ford E-350 Club Wagon, and 2004-2010 Ford E-350 Super Duty, alternator position.