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US 2014/0252708 A1Published application
Torsion key saddle
AssigneeTime Zone Consulting Corp.
InventorCordell Bauer
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Abstract
A torsion key saddle enables a user to readily change the suspension performance characteristic and the suspension lift in a vehicle with independent torsion suspension without the need to replace the torsion keys. Use of torsion key saddles enables each wheel to be adjusted fully between the extremes available using the six possible positions for a torsion key with a hex torsion bar socket.
Claims11
A method for adjusting the preload on a torsion rod which engages a torsion key wherein the torsion key engages a torsion stop to resist the torsion rod preload, the method comprising the steps:
- providing a torsion key saddle comprising a body with a mating surface for engaging a torsion key and a lower surface for engaging a torsion stop and means for securing the torsion key saddle to a torsion key;
- inserting the torsion key saddle between a torsion key and the torsion stop;
- securing the torsion key saddle to the torsion key.
A torsion adjustment device comprising:
- a body with a long axis and a mating surface for engaging a torsion key and a lower surface for engaging a torsion stop;
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- means for securing the body to a torsion key;
- one or more tabs extending from the body to align the body with the torsion key.
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