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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Apr. 10, 2001
Filed:
Oct. 15, 1996
Donald G. Walker, Troy, MI (US);
David J. Dettloff, Utica, MI (US);
David J. Edwards, Shelby Township, MI (US);
Meritor Heavy Vehicle Systems, L.L.C., Troy, MI (US);
Abstract
An improved camshaft sealing arrangement includes seals at each end of the camshaft housing. In addition, seals and washers are positioned between the camshaft and the slack adjuster connection. The combined seals provide a camshaft that is less likely to require maintenance than prior art camshafts. The seal adjacent the cam contacts an outer periphery of the camshaft housing. This seal also provides a thrust bearing washer surface against the camshaft. The seals between the camshaft and the slack adjuster include washers to properly secure and position the seals, the camshaft and the slack adjuster.