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Funnel employing tool for removing plug and draining oil from vehicle oil pan
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1979-08-02
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Granted: 1980-10-28
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Expires: 1999-08-02
Abstract
Abstract A dual purpose tool for removing drain plugs and draining oil from vehicle oil pans.
Inventors
- 👤 Paul E. Skidmore
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 04:19
CPC Classifications
B; B25; B25B; B25B27/00; B25B27/0035; B25B27/0042
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 10
Claim 1
Independent Claim
151 words
A dual purpose tool for removing drain plugs of vehicle oil pans and substantially simultaneously receiving the oil draining therefrom comprising: a funnel shaped member, said member having an open flared end for receiving the oil draining from the drain port of the vehicle oil pan and a tubular portion integral with the neck of said member and extending therefrom, the free end of said tubular portion arranged for receiving a drain hose in a snug fit therewith, a bracket extending across the flared end of said member, and a head mounted on said bracket and extending outwardly of said member for receiving a socket in a snug interlocking fit therewith, whereby the tool mounted socket when pushed over a drain plug and the tool rotated, the socket will loosen and remove the drain plug from the oil pan and said member will receive the oil released by said drain plug.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
151 words
A dual purpose tool for removing drain plugs of vehicle oil pans and substantially simultaneously receiving the oil draining therefrom comprising: a funnel shaped member, said member having an open flared end for receiving the oil draining from the drain port of the vehicle oil pan and a tubular portion integral with the neck of said member and extending therefrom, the free end of said tubular portion arranged for receiving a drain hose in a snug fit therewith, a bracket extending across the flared end of said member, and a head mounted on said bracket and extending outwardly of said member for receiving a socket in a snug interlocking fit therewith, whereby the tool mounted socket when pushed over a drain plug and the tool rotated, the socket will loosen and remove the drain plug from the oil pan and said member will receive the oil released by said drain plug.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
26 words
The dual purpose tool set forth in claim 1 wherein: the outer surface of said bracket is substantially flush with the periphery of said flared end.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
22 words
The dual purpose tool set forth in claim 1 wherein: said head is axially aligned with the longitudinal axis of the tool.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
26 words
The dual purpose tool set forth in claim 1 wherein: said flared end of said member, said head and said tubular portion are all axially aligned.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
23 words
The dual purpose tool set forth in claim 1 wherein: the outer surface of said tubular portion is provided with a knurled surface.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
33 words
The dual purpose tool set forth in claim 1 wherein: said tubular portion is provided with a collar around its outer periphery for gripping by an open ended wrench for rotating the tool.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
21 words
The dual purpose tool set forth in claim 6 wherein: the outer periphery of said collar is of a hexagonal configuration.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
25 words
The dual purpose tool set forth in claim 6 wherein: said collar is positioned on said tubular portion adjacent said flared end of the tool.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
17 words
The dual purpose tool set forth in claim 1 wherein: said head has a square cross-sectional configuration.
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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) | 1983-10-28 | 1984-04-28 | 1984-10-28 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1987-10-28 | 1988-04-28 | 1988-10-28 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1991-10-28 | 1992-04-28 | 1992-10-28 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |