US3883116A
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Spring clamp tool for servicing shock absorbers
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1974-09-16
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Granted: 1975-05-13
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Expires: 1994-09-16
Abstract
Abstract A special clamp tool is designed to be secured to the casing surrounding the lower portion of a shock absorber and includes first and second rods extending upwardly exterior of the coiled spring normally surrounding the shock absorber. These rods hook over diametrically opposite sides of the coiled spring and by threading suitable nuts on the lower portions of the rods against the underside of the clamp, the spring can be retracted, thereby relieving pressure and permitting the shock absorber to be uncoupled from the automobile frame and removed from the coiled spring and casing for servicing. The arrangement is such that shock absorbers can easily be serviced without having to disassemble other components on the vehicle.
Inventors
- 👤 Jerry M Buccino
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 11:31
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60G; B60G15/00; B60G15/02; B60G15/06; B60G15/07; B60G2206/00; B60G2206/01; B60G2206/90; B60G2206/92; B60G2206/921
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
220 words
A spring clamp tool for servicing shock absorbers wherein the shock absorber is surrounded by a coiled spring extending between a lower casing and upper frame portion on a vehicle, said clamp tool including: a. first and second clamp members each in the form of a bar shaped to define a central semi-circular portion and outer smaller semi-circular portions on either side of the central portion; B. bolt and nut means for securing the bars together in opposed relationship with the central portions positioned about said casing so that said members are clamped to the casing, the outer smaller semi-circular portions defining openings on either side of the casing; c. first and second elongated rods passing through said openings on either side of said casing to extend upwardly exterior of the coiled spring, the upper ends of the rods terminating in hooks for engaging the spring at diametrically opposite sides, the lower portions of the rods extending through the openings being threaded; and, d. nuts threaded on the lower ends of the rods such that tightening of the nuts pulls the rods through the openings to retract the coiled spring whereby said shock absorber may be uncoupled from said upper portion and from said casing for removal and replacements without having to disassemble said casing and spring from said vehicle.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
220 words
A spring clamp tool for servicing shock absorbers wherein the shock absorber is surrounded by a coiled spring extending between a lower casing and upper frame portion on a vehicle, said clamp tool including: a. first and second clamp members each in the form of a bar shaped to define a central semi-circular portion and outer smaller semi-circular portions on either side of the central portion; B. bolt and nut means for securing the bars together in opposed relationship with the central portions positioned about said casing so that said members are clamped to the casing, the outer smaller semi-circular portions defining openings on either side of the casing; c. first and second elongated rods passing through said openings on either side of said casing to extend upwardly exterior of the coiled spring, the upper ends of the rods terminating in hooks for engaging the spring at diametrically opposite sides, the lower portions of the rods extending through the openings being threaded; and, d. nuts threaded on the lower ends of the rods such that tightening of the nuts pulls the rods through the openings to retract the coiled spring whereby said shock absorber may be uncoupled from said upper portion and from said casing for removal and replacements without having to disassemble said casing and spring from said vehicle.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1978-05-12 | 1978-11-11 | 1979-05-13 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1982-05-12 | 1982-11-11 | 1983-05-13 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1986-05-12 | 1986-11-11 | 1987-05-13 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |