Method of using a universal manifold holding fixture
OwnerLadd Fowlerinventor
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Abstract
A universal manifold holding fixture for holding intake manifolds from v-type engines that establishes and maintains a centerline alignment with respect to the intake manifold and a centering shaft; said centering shaft is configured to be receivable into various machining tools. The fixture is adjustable in three axes and configurable to accommodate intake manifolds from various manufacturers. The fixture also maintains the intake manifold in isometric tension thus simulating actual service conditions. The fixture provides engine machinists with a solution to handling large, heavy, and unwieldy intake manifolds while machining the manifold surfaces.
Claims8
A method of holding a manifold comprising the steps of:
- a) providing a universal manifold holding fixture;
- b) adjusting the length of the universal manifold holding fixture such that the fixture is at least as long as the manifold;
- c) attaching the manifold with a manifold attachment assembly such that the manifold is slidingly attached with the universal manifold holding fixture;
- d) aligning the manifold with a machining guide assembly;
- e) clamping the manifold with a clamping assembly such that the manifold is held in isometric tension with respect to the universal manifold holding fixture
- f) removing the machining guide assembly prior to machining.
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