Wheel balancing structure

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1989-09-14

1990-11-13

Stormer, Russell D.

Land vehicles: wheels and axles

Wheel

Skate wheel

301 65, B60B 300, B60B 1900

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049696920

ABSTRACT:
Wheel balancing structure for a motor vehicle is provided wherein a ring portion of the wheel rim radially inwardly of the rim outer flange features a plurality of circumferentially spaced holes or openings therethrough. Balancing weights preferably constructed of lead are particularly shaped for tight fitting relationship with one or more of the circumferentially spaced holes. Each hole is preferably of stepped configuration throughout the length thereof to accommodate at one end a plug securely closing said one end, and at its opposite end providing an entrant opening to facilitate removal of the balancing weight. Springs and spacers are disclosed for the purposes set forth. Among the advantages flowing from practice of the present invention is a marked improvement in the aesthetic appearance of the motor vehicle, as well as specifically noted mechanical improvements.

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patent: 1833879 (1931-11-01), Ash
patent: 2311999 (1943-02-01), Purvis
patent: 2955876 (1960-10-01), Kinsey
patent: 2998282 (1961-08-01), Moyer
patent: 4674356 (1987-06-01), Kilgore

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