Strut spring compressor having floating compression head

Details Strut spring compressor having floating compression head Strut spring compressor having floating compression head

1996-01-17

1997-10-28

Watson, Robert C.

Metal working

Means to assemble or disassemble

Spring applier or remover

254 105, B23P 1904

Patent

active

056806868

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for use in assembling and disassembling a strut assembly of the type having a shock absorber axially disposed within a coil spring includes a frame, a first section connected to the frame for supporting the lower portion of the spring, and a second section for holding the upper portion of the spring or upper spring seat. The second section is movable toward and away from the first section and is arranged for axially compressing the spring as the second section moves toward the first section. The second section includes guide structure, a head, linkage structure, and pivot structure. The guide structure is connected to the frame and is for allowing the second section to move toward and away from the first section. The head is mounted on the guide structure and is for positioning the spring. The linkage structure is connected to the guide structure and is for allowing the head to tilt in a first plane generally parallel to the linear axis of the spring. The pivot structure connects the head to the guide structure and is for allowing the head to tilt in a second plane intersecting the first plane. The apparatus also includes urging structure for moving the second section toward the first section.

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