Method for retrofitting an existing idler assembly

Details Method for retrofitting an existing idler assembly Method for retrofitting an existing idler assembly

2011-06-21

2011-06-21

Omgba, Essama (Department: 3726)

Metal working

Method of mechanical manufacture

Repairing

C029S402090, C029S401100, C029S402120, C029S402130, C029S402140, C029S402160

Reexamination Certificate

active

07963014

ABSTRACT:
A method for retrofitting a piece of equipment having a flexible track assembly is disclosed and may include disassembling an existing idler shaft from an idler gear and from at least one bearing block attached to the piece of equipment. The method may also include attaching a sleeve within the opening of the idler gear. A new idler shaft may then be positioned within an opening of at least one of the bearing blocks and within an opening in the sleeve. The new idler shaft and idler gear being configured such that the new idler shaft, idler gear, and sleeve rotate together. The method may then include placing at least one bushing liner within the opening of at least one bearing block and attaching a retaining device to at least one end of the new idler shaft to retain the new idler shaft axially.

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