Front suspension

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2007-01-23

2007-01-23

Dunn, David R. (Department: 3616)

Land vehicles

Wheeled

Running gear

C280S124157

Reexamination Certificate

active

11046312

ABSTRACT:
A suspension for coupling a steer axle assembly to a vehicle frame is provided that moves one or more of the spring reaction points outboard to increase roll stiffness and enable the use of a lighter axle. In one embodiment of the invention, the suspension includes a spring coupled to the vehicle frame and a shock absorber having a first end coupled to the spring and a second end coupled to a component of the steer axle assembly, such as the kingpin, at a location outboard of a longitudinal frame rail of the vehicle frame.

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