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Camber adjusting device in strut type suspension system

US4313617A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMar 7, 1980
Grant dateFeb 2, 1982
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Expiry dateMar 7, 2000

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60G2204/4402
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A camber adjusting device in a strut type suspension system, comprising first and second clamp means for connecting a support bracket and a steering knuckle for supporting a strut at opposite ends and an eccentric adjustment piece rotatably provided on one of said first and second clamp means. Rotation of said eccentric adjustment piece causes said one of clamp means is displaced about the other clamp means by a value of eccentricity of said adjustment piece, whereby said strut is displaced with respect to said steering knuckle to thereby adjust the camber angle.

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