2003 GMC C8500 Topkick Belts and Hoses

This Heavy Duty Truck and Bus tensioner is designed and engineered Litens, the world’s largest supplier of original equipment (O.E.) belt tensioners in the world. The Litens replacement part meets all form, fit, and performance characteristics of the original equipment part (with the exception of not having the car manufacturer’s logo or part number applied to the part). This part is manufactured to meet or exceed the performance and life specifications of the O.E. part. The part features a premium chrome-silicon steel spring, internal damping, a “lift-lug” feature for ease of installation, Tandem 6303 ball bearings, a molded locator pin for precise installation, and a forged steel pulley. Fits a large variety of Makes, Models, and Engines. Litens is the world’s largest supplier of original equipment (O.E.) power transmission products. At Litens, we design systems that are more efficient, resulting in tangible fuel economy/emissions benefits. Litens holds over 2000 patents and continues to respond to the ever-changing automotive industry by investing heavily in new technology, facilities, and people. 90% of our line is made of products coming from the OE manufacturer, which makes the Litens Tensioning Products portfolio the purest OE tensioning line in the North American aftermarket._

Product Features:

• Designed and engineered by the world’s largest Original Equipment supplier of accessory drive tensioners and pulleys
• Internal “round spring” technology to provide constant belt tension and alignment throughout its service life. The internal damping design provides quiet, smooth, system performance.
• Installation instructions included.
• Heavy Duty Electro-deposited coated (e-coat) Steel Pulley for superior corrosion resistance
• Professional Mechanics will change this tensioner in approx. 1/2 hour
• Due to the fact that belts and tensioners have similar Original Equipment “design life targets”, it is often a best practice to replace the belt tensioner when replacing a worn or broken belt. Belt removal is required to change the tensioner. Therefore, d

Product Features:

• Optimized components engineered for maximum strength and durability
• Patented design provides superior belt alignment and tension for improved drive efficiency and life
• Patented labyrinth seal prevents contamination of internal parts for maximum durability and service life
• Long-lasting steel pulleys with dust shields to protect internal bearings from contamination
• Double row bearings carry more load and last up to 3X longer than two individual bearings
• Chrome-silicone round torsion spring for less +ex-fatigue than +at-spring designs
• Patented damping mechanism provides maximum stability, reducing vibration and increasing the life of the belt, tensioner and other accessory drive components

This Litens tensioner is manufactured by the Original Equipment (O.E.) supplier of this popular tensioner used on Chevrolet and GMC C-Series 8.1L vehicles. This “O.E. Exact”* part for the aftermarket meets all original equipment form, fit, and function specifications. *(O.E. Exact – Original Equipment manufacturers prohibits the use of their part number or logo on parts sold to other customers. Therefore, the Litens aftermarket part may have minor cosmetic differences but still be exact in performance and design. This tensioner is equipped with a Steel pulley as well as a molded locator pin on the base to ensure proper installation. As with the O.E. part, this tensioner is manufactured in Canada for exact performance and fit. Litens is the world’s largest supplier of original equipment (O.E.) power transmission products. At Litens, we design systems that are more efficient, resulting in tangible fuel economy/emissions benefits. Litens holds over 2000 patents and continues to respond to the ever-changing automotive industry by investing heavily in new technology, facilities, and people. 90% of our line is made of products coming from the OE manufacturer, which makes the Litens Tensioning Products portfolio the purest OE tensioning line in the North American aftermarket.

Modular coolant hoses are on many of today’s vehicles and are much more complex than the standard molded hoses of the past. Modular coolant hoses are hose assemblies with one or more components built into the hose. Some examples of these components include hose branches, quick connectors, valves, sensors, bleeders and flow restrictors. Manufactured identical or equivalent to the OE hose, modular coolant hoses will keep your vehicle’s cooling system running properly and efficiently for years to come.

Product Features:

• Specifically-engineered materials resist collapse under vacuum
• Engineered to resist electrochemical degradation ┐ the leading cause of hose failure
• EPDM tube: synthetic fiber knit reinforcement, heat-, ozone- and chemical coolant-resistant EPDM cover
• Manufactured with OEM-exact hose components (quick connects, branch connectors/tees, sensors, etc.)
• Meets SAE 20R3 EC Class D1 under 25mm (1 in.) ID, SAE 20R4 EC Class D1 for 25mm (1 in.) ID and over
• Temperature Range: -40 Deg. F to +257 Deg. F (-40 Deg. C to +125 Deg. C)
• Note: Gates recommends replacing clamps each time a new coolant hose is installed
• Caution: Do not use for fuel or oil transfer applications

Modular coolant hoses are on many of today’s vehicles and are much more complex than the standard molded hoses of the past. Modular coolant hoses are hose assemblies with one or more components built into the hose. Some examples of these components include hose branches, quick connectors, valves, sensors, bleeders and flow restrictors. Manufactured identical or equivalent to the OE hose, modular coolant hoses will keep your vehicle’s cooling system running properly and efficiently for years to come.

Product Features:

• Specifically-engineered materials resist collapse under vacuum
• Engineered to resist electrochemical degradation ┐ the leading cause of hose failure
• EPDM tube: synthetic fiber knit reinforcement, heat-, ozone- and chemical coolant-resistant EPDM cover
• Manufactured with OEM-exact hose components (quick connects, branch connectors/tees, sensors, etc.)
• Meets SAE 20R3 EC Class D1 under 25mm (1 in.) ID, SAE 20R4 EC Class D1 for 25mm (1 in.) ID and over
• Temperature Range: -40 Deg. F to +257 Deg. F (-40 Deg. C to +125 Deg. C)
• Note: Gates recommends replacing clamps each time a new coolant hose is installed
• Caution: Do not use for fuel or oil transfer applications

Gates Molded Coolant Hose is manufactured to fit specific applications. Similar to OEM specifications. Approved for marine applications.

Product Features:

• Specifically-engineered materials resist collapse under vacuum
• Engineered to resist electrochemical degradation, the leading cause of hose failure
• Pre-shaped to fit and to ensure perfectly sealed conditions
• EPDM tube; synthetic fiber knit reinforcement; heat-, ozone- and chemical coolant-resistant EPDM cover
• Meets requirements of SAE 20R4, class D2 and DIN 73411, class A (except for tolerances)
• Temperature Range: -40 Deg. F to +257 Deg. F (-40 Deg. C to +125 Deg. C)
• Note: Gates recommends replacing hose clamps each time a new coolant hose is installed
• Caution: Do not use for fuel or oil transfer applications

Gates Molded Coolant Hose is manufactured to fit specific applications. Similar to OEM specifications. Approved for marine applications.

Product Features:

• Specifically-engineered materials resist collapse under vacuum
• Engineered to resist electrochemical degradation, the leading cause of hose failure
• Pre-shaped to fit and to ensure perfectly sealed conditions
• EPDM tube: synthetic fiber knit reinforcement: heat-, ozone- and chemical coolant-resistant EPDM cover
• Meets requirements of SAE 20R4, class D2 and DIN 73411, class A (except for tolerances)
• Temperature Range: -40 Deg. F to +257 Deg. F (-40 Deg. C to +125 Deg. C)
• Note: Gates recommends replacing hose clamps each time a new coolant hose is installed
• Caution: Do not use for fuel or oil transfer applications

This pulley is supplied by Litens Automotive – inventor of the first automatic belt tensioner in 1979 and today the world’s largest supplier of Original Equipment (O.E.) belt tensioning and routing products. This pulley is produced for serpentine belt routing applications and as the pulley component on automatic tensioner applications. This pulley conforms to original equipment material, tolerances, specifications and meets performance and durability requirements. Litens is the world’s largest supplier of original equipment (O.E.) power transmission products. At Litens, we design systems that are more efficient, resulting in tangible fuel economy/emissions benefits. Litens holds over 2000 patents and continues to respond to the ever-changing automotive industry by investing heavily in new technology, facilities, and people. 90% of our line is made of products coming from the OE manufacturer, which makes the Litens Tensioning Products portfolio the purest OE tensioning line in the North American aftermarket._

Product Features:

• Heavy Duty steel pulley with a long lasting automotive bearing
• Precision steel stamping with close tolerance ball bearing pocket.
• Electro-deposited coating (e-coat) for superior corrosion resistance.
• Running surface designed and engineered for proper belt tracking.

Designed to replace idler and tensioner pulleys for serpentine drives in heavy-duty diesel engine applications, Dayco HD idler/tensioner pulleys are machined from high-strength steel or powdered metal material to provide excellent wear resistance under ha

Product Features:

• Engineered for the demanding drive systems of today’s class 4-8 heavy-duty commercial trucks
• Premium OE technology to ensure peak performance under extreme conditions
• Utilizes 3D dimensional computer aided design (CAD) and finite element analysis (FEA) for optimal design and maximum structural integrity
• Meets or exceeds OE quality

This Litens pulley is supplied by one of the largest original equipment suppliers in the world and meets all form, fit, and performance characteristics of the original equipment part . Like the G.M. Original Equipment pulley, the Litens replacement part is constructed of heavy duty steel for long life and trouble free performance. This pulley is supplied with a new integrated bolt/dust shield to facilitate installation. Litens is the world’s largest supplier of original equipment (O.E.) power transmission products. At Litens, we design systems that are more efficient, resulting in tangible fuel economy/emissions benefits. Litens holds over 2000 patents and continues to respond to the ever-changing automotive industry by investing heavily in new technology, facilities, and people. 90% of our line is made of products coming from the OE manufacturer, which makes the Litens Tensioning Products portfolio the purest OE tensioning line in the North American aftermarket._

Product Features:

• Manufactured by one of the world’s largest Original Equipment suppliers of accessory drive tensioners and pulleys
• Heavy Duty Steel Pulley
• Pre-assembled pulleys save installation time and ensure that all components are assembled to original specifications for both installation and performance
• Precision steel stamping with close tolerance ball bearing pocket.
• Electro-deposited coating (e-coat) for superior corrosion resistance.
• Running surface designed and engineered for proper belt tracking.

Import or domestic, car or truck, every vehicle can depend on the superior quality of Gates precision fit Micro-V belts. With advanced technology that matches the OE size, construction and materials, Gates Micro-V ensures optimal vehicle performance.

Product Features:

• Special belt construction eliminates belt noise, reduces tension loss and solves problem drive applications
• EPDM rubber constructions resist cracking on the rib surface
• Meets or exceeds all specifications from the Original Equipment Manufacturer
• Tensioner Replacement is Recommended (if equipped)
• Unique form grinding of each individual belt assures precise dimensional control.
• Meets or exceeds SAE J1459, SAE J2432, and SAE J1596 specifications.

Produced for heavy-duty vehicles and buses with multiple accessories, Dayco HD poly-V belts are made from EPDM material to resist heat and are compliant with the latest standards, guaranteeing resistance, reliability, low noise and longer service life. En

Product Features:

• Engineered to handle operating conditions with temperatures up to 130°C (266°F)
• Designed for multiple accessories such as A/C, power steering pumps, alternators and water pumps
• Capable of delivering excellent performance in high torque and high power pulse applications
• Specially formulated treated cord insures length and tension stability on heavy duty diesel engine drives for the life of the belt

Import or domestic, car or truck, every vehicle can depend on the superior quality of Gates precision fit Micro-V belts. With advanced technology that matches the OE size, construction and materials, Gates Micro-V ensures optimal vehicle performance.

Product Features:

• Special belt construction eliminates belt noise, reduces tension loss and solves problem drive applications
• EPDM rubber constructions resist cracking on the rib surface
• Meets or exceeds all specifications from the Original Equipment Manufacturer
• Tensioner Replacement is Recommended (if equipped)
• Unique form grinding of each individual belt assures precise dimensional control.
• Meets or exceeds SAE J1459, SAE J2432, and SAE J1596 specifications.

Import or domestic, car or truck, every vehicle can depend on the superior quality of Gates precision fit Micro-V belts. With advanced technology that matches the OE size, construction and materials, Gates Micro-V ensures optimal vehicle performance.

Product Features:

• Special belt construction eliminates belt noise, reduces tension loss and solves problem drive applications
• EPDM rubber constructions resist cracking on the rib surface
• Meets or exceeds all specifications from the Original Equipment Manufacturer
• Tensioner Replacement is Recommended (if equipped)
• Unique form grinding of each individual belt assures precise dimensional control.
• Meets or exceeds SAE J1459, SAE J2432, and SAE J1596 specifications.

Designed to replace idler and tensioner pulleys for serpentine drives in heavy-duty diesel engine applications, Dayco HD idler/tensioner pulleys are machined from high-strength steel or powdered metal material to provide excellent wear resistance under ha

Product Features:

• Engineered for the demanding drive systems of today’s class 4-8 heavy-duty commercial trucks
• Premium OE technology to ensure peak performance under extreme conditions
• Utilizes 3D dimensional computer aided design (CAD) and finite element analysis (FEA) for optimal design and maximum structural integrity
• Meets or exceeds OE quality

This Litens pulley is manufactured by one of the largest original equipment pulley suppliers to ensure proper fit and performance. This pulley is produced for serpentine belt routing applications and conforms to original equipment material, tolerances, and specifications. This replacement part is made in the U.S.A. to the O.E. specified design and meets all performance and durability requirements. Heavy duty steel construction. Litens is the world’s largest supplier of original equipment (O.E.) power transmission products. At Litens, we design systems that are more efficient, resulting in tangible fuel economy/emissions benefits. Litens holds over 2000 patents and continues to respond to the ever-changing automotive industry by investing heavily in new technology, facilities, and people. 90% of our line is made of products coming from the OE manufacturer, which makes the Litens Tensioning Products portfolio the purest OE tensioning line in the North American aftermarket._

Product Features:

• Manufactured by one of the largest original equipment part suppliers in the world to ensure proper form, fit, and performance
• Heavy Duty Steel Pulley with close tolerance ball bearing pocket and Electro-deposited coating for superior corrosion resistance
• Installation instructions included.

This pulley is designed and engineered by Litens Automotive the inventor of the first automatic belt tensioner in 1979 and today the world’s largest supplier of Original Equipment (O.E.) belt tensioning and routing products. This pulley is produced for serpentine belt routing applications and as the pulley component on automatic tensioner applications. This pulley conforms to original equipment material, tolerances, and specifications. The part is made using the O.E. specified design and meets all performance and durability requirements. Heavy duty steel construction for long life and trouble-free performance. Designed for HD truck applications. Litens is the world’s largest supplier of original equipment (O.E.) power transmission products. At Litens, we design systems that are more efficient, resulting in tangible fuel economy/emissions benefits. Litens holds over 2000 patents and continues to respond to the ever-changing automotive industry by investing heavily in new technology, facilities, and people. 90% of our line is made of products coming from the OE manufacturer, which makes the Litens Tensioning Products portfolio the purest OE tensioning line in the North American aftermarket._

Product Features:

• Manufactured by one of the largest original equipment part suppliers in the world to ensure proper form, fit, and performance
• Forged Heavy Duty Steel Pulley designed to displace bearing heat. Precision machined face for smooth running surface. Tandem 6303 Ball Bearings for extended life.
• Installation instructions included.

Dayco idler/tensioner pulleys are built with smoother surfaces and tighter dimensional tolerances, which translates to less vibration and longer belt life. In addition to stamped, forged steel and powdered metal pulleys, Dayco also designs ultra-strong pl

Product Features:

• Designed for the majority of automotive vehicle applications on the road today
• High-quality materials help resist wear and improve belt life
• Features premium lubricated bearings to extend service life
• Meets or exceeds OE quality

This pulley is designed and engineered by Litens Automotive the inventor of the first automatic belt tensioner in 1979 and today the world’s largest supplier of Original Equipment (O.E.) belt tensioning and routing products. This pulley is produced for serpentine belt routing applications and as the pulley component on automatic tensioner applications. This pulley conforms to original equipment material, tolerances, and specifications. The part is made using the O.E. specified design and meets all performance and durability requirements. Heavy duty steel construction for long life and trouble-free performance. Designed for HD truck applications. Litens is the world’s largest supplier of original equipment (O.E.) power transmission products. At Litens, we design systems that are more efficient, resulting in tangible fuel economy/emissions benefits. Litens holds over 2000 patents and continues to respond to the ever-changing automotive industry by investing heavily in new technology, facilities, and people. 90% of our line is made of products coming from the OE manufacturer, which makes the Litens Tensioning Products portfolio the purest OE tensioning line in the North American aftermarket.

Product 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
• Mounting hardware included for some popular applications
• Reliable operation under severe conditions

Dayco idler/tensioner pulleys are built with smoother surfaces and tighter dimensional tolerances, which translates to less vibration and longer belt life. In addition to stamped, forged steel and powdered metal pulleys, Dayco also designs ultra-strong pl

Product Features:

• Designed for the majority of automotive vehicle applications on the road today
• High-quality materials help resist wear and improve belt life
• Features premium lubricated bearings to extend service life
• Meets or exceeds OE quality

Dayco’s high performance HD V-belt is one of the most innovative, top performing belts for its application. By combining raw-edge construction with a specially formulated polyester cord treatment, it offers excellent resistance to repeated flexing and protection against heat, oil and grease as well as the strength, stability and reliability required for vehicles that still need a heavy-duty V-belt.

Product Features:

•  Designed for efficient power transmission to vehicle accessories in today’s trucks and buses
•  Provides greater durability and flexibility – 35% stronger than all previous versions
•  Features specially treated cords for added strength, stability and reliability
• Made with specially formulated rubber compounds, this belt is highly resistant to extreme under hood temperatures that can cause premature damage to under engineered rubber compounds

Designed for the toughest applications, FleetRunner construction provides superior flexibility, stability, load capacity, and unsurpassed belt life. Patented materials deliver peak performance at extreme prolonged operating temperatures making this belt the ultimate problem solver. An advanced blend of EPDM rubber technology withstands the modern threats of deterioration from increased exposure to ozone and water-based coolants. FleetRunner does this all while providing the lowest cost per mile for fleets, including 3/4 and 1 ton pickups.

Product Features:

• Patented material provides peak performance at extremely prolonged operating temperatures
• Heavy-duty construction resists cracking, wear, oil and heat
• Special compound provides unmatched stability, load carrying capacity and belt life
• Unique undercord notch pattern offers increased flexibility for smaller diameter pulleys
• Problem solver for troubled drives
• Engineered to save your fleet money and reduce downtime
• Meets RMA oil and heat resistant standards and static conductivity requirements

Replacement belt for the most demanding engine drives. Due to thermal forces, this variable notched belt actually tightens on the drive as it gets hot. This results in improved belt performance by reducing tension decay and noise.

Product Features:

• Fiber-loaded rubber stock adds flexibility along the length of the belt and provides greater lateral stability in the pulley
• Form-ground to ensure precise top width and sidewall dimensional control for proper fit to the pulley
• Thermally-active tensile cords for maintenance-free performance when properly installed and tensioned
• Resists oil, heat, ozone, weather and aging for improved belt life
• Meets or exceeds SAE J636C specifications

The Driveworks V-Belt is manufactured with top quality components to deliver the maximum power and performance on all passenger cars and light duty trucks in service today.

Product Features:

• This belt is made with bottom cogs to provide the maximum flexibility and grip required on v-belt drives
• Polyester cords provide extreme tension-holding capability for longer belt life
• The raw edge belt design delivers the maximum gripping power
• The highly engineered rubber compounds are resistant to under hood heat and ozone deterioration

Dayco’s high performance HD V-belt is one of the most innovative, top performing belts for its application. By combining raw-edge construction with a specially formulated polyester cord treatment, it offers excellent resistance to repeated flexing and protection against heat, oil and grease as well as the strength, stability and reliability required for vehicles that still need a heavy-duty V-belt.

Product Features:

•  Designed for efficient power transmission to vehicle accessories in today’s trucks and buses
•  Provides greater durability and flexibility – 35% stronger than all previous versions
•  Features specially treated cords for added strength, stability and reliability
• Made with specially formulated rubber compounds, this belt is highly resistant to extreme under hood temperatures that can cause premature damage to under engineered rubber compounds

Specifically designed for heavy-duty truck, bus and off-road equipment applications. Absorbs normal shock loads without damage to the belt.

Product Features:

• Molded notches reduce bending stress, especially on small diameter pulleys, while dissipating heat
• High modulus, high strength tensile cord
• Oil and heat-resistant construction throughout
• Meets SAE J636b and SAE J637 specifications
• Meets RMA oil and heat resistant standards and static conductivity requirements
• NOTE: Some sizes available as Gates PowerBand joined V-belts