Threaded muffler nipple and bushing
US4473131A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 6, 1982 |
| Grant date | Sep 25, 1984 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 6, 2002 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF01N2450/20
- WIPO fieldEnvironmental technology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A technique for threadedly securing muffler nipples to a muffler body is disclosed. The muffler nipples are provided with a threaded portion which is adapted to be inserted into a bushing attached to the muffler body, threadedly secured thereto, and tightened with a predetermined torque designed to prevent the nipples from unthreading or loosening within the muffler body.
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