# 849050 Spindle | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

## 🔧 Product Description

Genuine Volvo Penta spindle from the Engine group, weighing 0.712 kg and listed for 21 applications across TWD, TID, TD, TAMD and TAD series engines. It belongs to the tensioner set 849048 to 849052, all on the same fitment list.

## 🚤 Compatibility

-   **Engine Family:** TWD, TID, TD, TAMD, TAD

Full model list at the end of this description.

## ⚙️ Key Features

-   0.712 kg
-   21 applications across five engine series
-   Engine group
-   Part of the tensioner set 849048 to 849052

## 🔌 Function

Provides the fixed pivot the tensioner arm swings on, holding it in position while allowing free movement.

## ⚠️ Common Signs of Failure

-   Tensioner sticking, notchy or slow to take up slack
-   Belt squeal on start-up or under changing load
-   Spindle found scored, worn or seized in its bore
-   Play felt when the tensioner arm is rocked
-   Rust or dry wear debris around the pivot

## 🛠️ Service Notes

-   Torsion spring 849051 at 0.685 kg and intermediate lever 849052 at 0.683 kg are only 2 grams apart and share this fitment list - order all of them by part number rather than by weight
-   Renew the belt when the tensioner is rebuilt
-   Make sure the arm swings freely through its full travel before refitting the belt

## 📦 Condition

-   Genuine Volvo Penta part
-   Brand new
-   Supplied in original or equivalent packaging

## 🔎 Full Model Compatibility

Typically suits:

-   Volvo Penta TAD1630G, TAD1630GE, TAD1630P, TAD1630PB
-   Volvo Penta TID162AG, TID162AGP, TID162AP, TID162APB
-   Volvo Penta TWD1630G, TWD1630P, TWD1630PP, TWD1630V
-   Volvo Penta TAMD162A, TAMD162C, TAMD162C-B
-   Volvo Penta TAD1631GE, TAD1631G
-   Volvo Penta TAMD163A-A
-   Volvo Penta TAMD165A
-   Volvo Penta TD164KAE
-   Volvo Penta TWD1620G

## Details

- **Price:** 697.86 AUD
- **Vendor:** Volvo Penta
- **Type:** Belts, Pulleys & Tensioners
- **Tags:** Volvo Penta

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 697.86 AUD | In stock |

## Images

- 849050 Spindle | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

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> Source: [Sawley's Auto and Marine](https://www.sawleysautoandmarine.com.au/products/849050-spindle-genuine-volvo-penta)
> Updated: 2026-10-08