Integral wheel end assembly

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1997-08-25

1999-08-24

Boehler, Anne Marie

Motor vehicles

Having at least one wheel both driven and steerable

Steerable wheel has exclusive axis of pivot

180254, 180258, B60G 300

Patent

active

059413352

ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to a wheel end assembly wherein the constant velocity universal joint, the spindle, and the wheel flange are combined into an integral unit that is easy to install and service. The wheel end assembly comprises a steering knuckle including a bore, and a CV joint having an inner race coupled for rotation with an axle shaft. The CV joint includes an integral spindle supported for rotation within the bore of the steering knuckle by removable bearing assemblies. A wheel mounting flange is also formed integrally with the spindle and allows piloting of a non-offset brake rotor thereto. The wheel end assembly is less complex, lighter weight, and less expensive to manufacture. The arrangement also allows easier service and preload adjustment of the bearing assemblies.

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