Fixing structure for bellows of marine propulsion device

Details Fixing structure for bellows of marine propulsion device Fixing structure for bellows of marine propulsion device

1988-11-25

1990-05-22

Peters, Jr., Joseph F.

Marine propulsion

Inboard engine mount

Having thru-hull sealing means

440111, 277212FB, F16J 304

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049273930

ABSTRACT:
A securing means for a flexible bellows which covers universal joint in a marine inboard/outboard drive unit. The flexible bellows has an end portion which is inserted within a cylindrical opening in an outboard drive casing. The bellows end portion is secured by a retaining sleeve which engages the inner surface of the bellows and forms a seal between the casing and the retaining sleeve. The retaining sleeve has a tubular body to engage the end portion of the flexible bellow and a flange portion to affix the retaining sleeve to the swivel casing. The retaining sleeve has a pair of lips attached to its flange portion for easy installation and removal.

REFERENCES:
patent: 4201391 (1980-05-01), Bankstahl
patent: 4375356 (1983-03-01), Stevens
patent: 4543069 (1985-09-01), Kobayashi
patent: 4753619 (1988-06-01), Sullivan

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