Rocker assembly with adjustable swivel foot
US7523729B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 13, 2007 |
| Grant date | Apr 28, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 14, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF01L13/0021
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A rocker assembly for a valve train having a first valve, a second valve, and a pushrod is provided. The rocker assembly includes a rocker having a first arm in contact with the first valve, a second arm in contact with the second valve, and a third arm in contact with the pushrod, the first arm having a bore formed therethrough. An adjustable swivel foot includes a first portion having threads and a second portion, the adjustable swivel foot coupled to the first arm such that the first portion extends through the bore of the first arm and the second portion is engageable with the first valve, and a threaded member is included that is engaged with the threads of the first portion of the adjustable swivel foot, the threaded member operable to position the second portion relative to the rocker.
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