Description
286581X - TF-501 DETROIT AIR BRAKE COMPRESSOR - REMANUFACTURED
PART NUMBER(S):
Fleet Products: 286581X (Remanufactured) | Replaces OE: Bendix: 102065, 103130, 286581, 288842
DESCRIPTION:
Model: Bendix Tu-Flo 501 (TF-501) Detroit Air Brake Compressor
Vehicles: GMC / Detroit Diesel-powered truck and commercial vehicle applications requiring 0° tilt TF-501 compressor fitment
• Mounting Style: Flange mount, 0° tilt
• Drive Type: Engine-driven pulley
• Cooling: Water and air cooled
• Air Inlet Location: Left, viewed from rear
• Air Outlet Location: Top
• Discharge Type: Threaded flange
• Oil Port: Reversed
• 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 GMC / Detroit Diesel-powered truck applications requiring a TF-501 compressor with 0° tilt flange mounting, left-side inlet, top outlet, threaded flange discharge, and reversed oil port routing. Match by OE number, tilt configuration, port orientation, pulley alignment, and oil port setup before installation.
CROSS-REFERENCE(S):
745X286581, 745X-286581
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 Detroit Diesel fitment, 0° tilt flange mounting, left-side inlet, and top outlet before installation
✔ Confirm port orientation viewed from the rear of the compressor
✔ Match threaded flange discharge to the existing vehicle plumbing
✔ Confirm reversed oil port routing before startup
✔ 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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