Engine block mount
OwnerJames W. Wagnerinventor
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Abstract
An engine block mount for use in holding engine blocks in a secure manner during cylinder boring is disclosed. The engine block mount includes an electromechanical clamping system that has a hydraulic system for balancing the pressure exerted on an engine block. The engine block mount can also include an open table top that allows a variety of boring tools to be utilized. The open table top version of the engine block mount includes sliding parallels which are secured in place during operation of the engine block mount by the hydraulic system.
Claims10
An engine block mount for holding an engine block in place, comprising:
- a table top;
- support means for supporting the engine block;
- means for lifting the support means toward the table top in order to secure the engine block;
- and,
- hydraulic means for hydraulically balancing the pressure exerted on the engine block.
A method for holding an engine block in place, comprising the steps of:
- supporting the engine block on a support mount;
- lifting the supported engine block toward a top support located over the engine block to hold the engine block in place;
- and
- hydraulically balancing the pressure exerted on the engine block.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.