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Front end suspension
Assignee: Deutz Allis Corp
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Filing: 1970-10-13
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Granted: 1972-10-24
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Expires: 1990-10-13
Abstract
Abstract A front end suspension system having the radius rods extending forwardly from the front axle to support a pivot pin journaled in a massive support member supporting the front end of the vehicle and maintaining stability and steering control.
Inventors
- 👤 Elborn W Jones Jr
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-27 06:57
CPC Classifications
B; B62; B62D; B62D49/00; B62D49/06; B62D49/0621; B62D49/0628; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S180/00; Y10S180/90
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 11
Claim 1
Independent Claim
162 words
A front end suspension system for a vehicle comprising, a front axle, a massive vehicle support member extending forwardly from said front axle, a vehicle frame connected to said member and extending rearwardly to form the vehicle chassis, radius rods integral with and extending forwardly of said axle, pin support means defined by the front end of said radius rods and said front axle, bearing means adjacent the front ends of said radius rods and adjacent said front axle in said massive support member, a single pivot pin received in said pin support means in the forward ends of said radius rods and said front axle and in said member to pivotally carry said support member for the length of the radius rods, means on said support member adapted for carrying auxiliary attachments of said vehicle to thereby provide front end ballast and long bearing support for stabilizing the front end of the vehicle and assuring adequate traction for positive steering control.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
162 words
A front end suspension system for a vehicle comprising, a front axle, a massive vehicle support member extending forwardly from said front axle, a vehicle frame connected to said member and extending rearwardly to form the vehicle chassis, radius rods integral with and extending forwardly of said axle, pin support means defined by the front end of said radius rods and said front axle, bearing means adjacent the front ends of said radius rods and adjacent said front axle in said massive support member, a single pivot pin received in said pin support means in the forward ends of said radius rods and said front axle and in said member to pivotally carry said support member for the length of the radius rods, means on said support member adapted for carrying auxiliary attachments of said vehicle to thereby provide front end ballast and long bearing support for stabilizing the front end of the vehicle and assuring adequate traction for positive steering control.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
30 words
A front end suspension system for a vehicle as set forth in claim 1 wherein at least one of said attachments carried by said massive support member includes a radiator.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
32 words
A front end suspension system for a vehicle as set forth in claim 1 wherein at least one of said auxiliary attachments carried by said massive support member includes an air cleaner.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
44 words
A front end suspension system for a vehicle as set forth in claim 1 wherein at least one of said auxiliary attachments carried by said massive support member includes a front end hanger bracket adapted for removably attaching at least one front end weight.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
42 words
A front end suspension system for a vehicle as set forth in claim 1 wherein said massive support member comprises a cast iron support member providing ballast for the front end of the vehicle to insure adequate traction for positive steering control.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
65 words
A front end suspension system for a vehicle as set forth in claim 1 wherein said massive support member defines a central opening on a depending portion of said member, a bushing in either end of said central opening embracing the ends of said pivot pin and defining a lubrication reservoir intermediate said bushing for lubrication of the pivot pin and bushings in said member.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
51 words
A front end suspension system for a vehicle as set forth in claim 1 wherein said massive support member includes a central portion depending downwardly and defining a central opening, bushings received in said central opening embracing said pivot pin to thereby provide a front axle pivot assembly for said vehicle.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
66 words
A front end suspension system for a vehicle as set forth in claim 1 wherein said massive support member defines a central opening, a bushing received in said opening on either end of said pivot pin thereby defining a lubrication reservoir intermediate said bushings, a fitting connected to said reservoir in said member adapted for receiving lubrication to thereby lubricate said bushings on said pivot pin.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
59 words
A front end suspension system for a vehicle as set forth in claim 1 wherein said front axle and said radius rods define openings transverse to said front axle for receiving said pivot pin, means fastening said pivot pin nonrotatably with said front axle to thereby provide a pivoting movement between said pivot pin and said massive support member.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
59 words
A front end suspension system for a vehicle as set forth in claim 1 wherein said front axle and said radius rods define a welded integral structure, a pivot pin connected nonrotatably in said radius rods and said front axle, said member defining a casting for journaling said pivot pin positioned between said radius rods and said front axle.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1975-10-24 | 1976-04-24 | 1976-10-24 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-10-24 | 1980-04-24 | 1980-10-24 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-10-24 | 1984-04-24 | 1984-10-24 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |