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US3921433A
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Apparatus for straightening automobile frames and the like
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1973-12-26
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Granted: 1975-11-25
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Expires: 1993-12-26
Abstract
Abstract A support for a pulling device for use in repairing automobile frames and the like. A pair of horizontally disposed elongated legs are pivotally connected together for swinging about a vertical axis and support a vertically extending post on which the pulling device is mounted. The arrangement of the legs provides a stable base permitting the pulling to be directed at various angles horizontally and vertically.
Inventors
- 👤 Walter D Whitney
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 10:44
CPC Classifications
B; B21; B21D; B21D1/00; B21D1/14; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S72/00; Y10S72/705
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 10
Claim 1
Independent Claim
137 words
A support structure for mounting pulling apparatus for use in straightening automobile frames and the like, comprising: a base assembly, said base assembly including a pair of ground supported horizontally disposed elongated legs, means on said base assembly for pivotally connecting said legs together at one of their corresponding ends for swinging said legs toward and away from each other about a vertical axis, a vertically disposed post secured at its lower end to said base assembly, means on said post for securing thereto a pulling device adapted to be connected to a portion of an automobile frame, abutment means on one of said legs for engaging a portion of an automobile frame for resisting the pull of said pulling device, and means on the other of said legs for connecting the same to a fixed object.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
137 words
A support structure for mounting pulling apparatus for use in straightening automobile frames and the like, comprising: a base assembly, said base assembly including a pair of ground supported horizontally disposed elongated legs, means on said base assembly for pivotally connecting said legs together at one of their corresponding ends for swinging said legs toward and away from each other about a vertical axis, a vertically disposed post secured at its lower end to said base assembly, means on said post for securing thereto a pulling device adapted to be connected to a portion of an automobile frame, abutment means on one of said legs for engaging a portion of an automobile frame for resisting the pull of said pulling device, and means on the other of said legs for connecting the same to a fixed object.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
27 words
A support structure according to claim 1 wherein said legs are each provided with ground wheels to facilitate moving said legs under the frame of an automobile.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
35 words
A support structure according to claim 1 wherein one of said legs is tubular and includes an extension telescopically received within said one leg, and means for securing said extension relative to said one leg.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
35 words
A support structure according to claim 1 wherein a tension member is provided, means on said legs connected to opposite ends of said tension member for limiting movement of said legs away from each other.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
62 words
A support structure according to claim 1 wherein a saddle is provided on one of said legs, means for fixedly securing said saddle in a predetermined position along the length of said one leg, said abutment means being pivotally supported on said saddle to permit positioning said one leg at different angles to the portion of the frame engaged by said abutment.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
27 words
A support structure according to claim 5 wherein said means for fixedly securing said saddle comprises a wedge adapted to engage a side of said one leg.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
41 words
A support structure according to claim 1 wherein said post is circular in cross section, a sleeve slidable on said post, said pulling device being mounted on said sleeve and swingable therewith horizontally to different angular positions relative to said post.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
27 words
A support structure according to claim 1 wherein a cross bar is provided extending between said legs, and means for securing said cross bar to said legs.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
22 words
A support structure according to claim 8 wherein means is provided for securing said cross bar to the body of an automobile.
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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) | 1978-11-24 | 1979-05-26 | 1979-11-25 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1982-11-24 | 1983-05-26 | 1983-11-25 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1986-11-24 | 1987-05-26 | 1987-11-25 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |