Patent ID: 6322091
Filing Date: 2001-11-27
Classification: B62D,Y10T

Abstract:
An operator for a pin retraction mechanism having a handle extending through a bogie frame which when pulled retracts pins coupling a trailer rail to the bogie, the operator comprising:a case having a frame-engaging end, a distal end, and a sidewall extending longitudinally between and connecting the frame-engaging end and distal end;a tensioner passing through the distal end of the case, the tensioner having a spring end and grip end, the spring end being disposed between the frame-engaging end and the distal end of the case, the tensioner being coupled for longitudinal movement relative to the distal end;a spring having a tensioner end and a handle end, the tensioner end being coupled to the spring end of the tensionera handle engager formed to receive the handle of the pin retractor and coupled to the handle end of the spring; anda movement regulator regulating the movement of the tensioner with respect to the distal end.