Method and apparatus for adjusting axle alignment

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 8918974
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13133703

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Methods and apparatus are provided for adjusting the alignment of an axle so that adjustments to toe, camber, and/or thrust can be more readily achieved. In one embodiment, a pair of non-parallel shims is located between flange elements. Positioning elements are located along the flange elements at a position outside the peripheral edge of the shims. Upon application of a torque to the positioning elements, the flange elements can be pushed apart or pulled together so as to provide for access to the shims.

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COMPAGNIE GENERALE DES ETABLISSEMENTS MICHELIN23 PLACE DES CARMES-DECHAUX 63000 CLERMONT-FERRAND 63000

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Merrill, Zachary A Greenville, US 4 32

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