PRODUCT OVERVIEW
ABOUT THIS BELT TENSIONER.
The TRUPA Cummins 6CT / B,C SERIES / John Deere Belt Tensioner is an aftermarket replacement belt tensioner referenced to OE numbers C3936213, 3976831, 3976834, 3957434, 3565151, with cross references DAYCO 89406, GATES 38516, SKF VKM910021. It is listed for Cummins 6CT / B,C SERIES / John Deere. TRUPA supplies it to importers, distributors, wholesalers and private-label programs, with China export supply and partner-warehouse support in the USA and Brazil for eligible orders.
01WHAT IT DOES
A belt tensioner keeps the correct tension on the accessory (serpentine) belt that drives the alternator, water pump, fan and air-conditioning compressor. It uses a spring-loaded arm and an idler pulley to absorb belt stretch and vibration.
02APPLICATION & FITMENT
Listed for Cummins 6CT / B,C SERIES / John Deere. More parts for Cummins, John Deere. Engine family: Cummins 6CT 8.3.
03OE & INTERCHANGE NUMBERS
- C3936213
- 3976831
- 3976834
- 3957434
- 3565151
- DAYCO 89406
- GATES 38516
- SKF VKM910021
04BEFORE YOU ORDER
- OE and cross-reference numbers (for example Gates, Dayco or Continental)
- Engine and truck model, as some tensioners are shared across brands
- Pulley type (grooved or flat), diameter and arm direction
05COMMON REPLACEMENT SIGNS
- Belt squeal, slipping or chirping
- Tensioner arm vibrating or bouncing at idle
- Noisy or rough idler pulley bearing
- Premature belt wear or the belt jumping off the pulleys
Read the troubleshooting guide →
06QUALITY CHECKS
Spring torque, pulley bearing quality and arm pivot wear decide service life, so these are checked against the original part. How TRUPA approaches quality control.