Description
102989X - TF-501 PULLEY DRIVE AIR BRAKE COMPRESSOR - REMANUFACTURED
PART NUMBER(S):
Fleet Products: 102989X (Remanufactured) | Replaces OE: Bendix: 102987, 102988, 102989, 104720, 104721
DESCRIPTION:
Model: Bendix Tu-Flo 501 (TF-501) 6-Hole Wide Base Pulley Drive Air Brake Compressor
Vehicles: Ford and general heavy-duty truck platforms requiring base-mounted TF-501 pulley-drive compressor fitment
• Mounting: 6-hole wide base
• Drive Type: Pulley drive
• Cooling: Water / air cooled
• Air Inlet Location: Right, viewed from rear
• Air Outlet Location: Right, viewed from rear
• Discharge Type: Flange
• No. of Cylinders: 2
• Bore x Stroke: 2.625 in x 1.50 in
• Displacement @ 1250 RPM: 12 CFM
• Displacement Per Revolution: 16.5 cu in
• Max RPM: 3000 naturally aspirated
• HP @ 3000 RPM / 100 PSI: 4.9 HP
• Minimum Coolant Flow @ Max RPM: 2.5 GPM
• Minimum Unload Pressure: 60 PSI
• Temperature Range: 250°F inlet / 400°F discharge
• Line Sizes: 5/8 in OD copper discharge, 5/8 in OD oil return, 1/4 in OD oil supply, 1/4 in OD unloader, 5/8 in ID inlet cavity to air cleaner, 1/2 in OD coolant
Applications:
Used on Ford and other heavy-duty truck applications requiring a TF-501 compressor with 6-hole wide base mounting, pulley drive, right-side inlet, right-side outlet, and flange discharge. Match by OE number, base hole spacing, pulley alignment, port orientation, and discharge configuration before installation.
CROSS-REFERENCE(S):
286578, 285924
A cross-reference listing means this part may be a suitable replacement for the listed part numbers. Always verify fitment before installation.
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION NOTES:
✔ Verify 6-hole wide base mount, pulley-drive setup, right-side inlet, right-side outlet, and flange discharge before installation
✔ Confirm port orientation viewed from the rear of the compressor
✔ Ensure pulley and belt alignment before startup
✔ Match base hole spacing and discharge flange to the original compressor
✔ Typical flange nut torque: 80–100 ft-lb
SOLD AS REMANUFACTURED | CORE RETURN REQUIRED
Built to OEM standards | thoroughly cleaned, inspected, and tested to ensure durability, performance, and reliability in demanding applications.
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