Patent ID: 7918478
Filing Date: 2011-04-05
Classification: B60G

Abstract:
1. An equalizer as a portion of a suspension system of a vehicle having a frame, said equalizer comprising: a first plate which is pivotally mounted to the frame of the vehicle; a second plate, spaced from said first plate, which is fixedly mounted to the first plate for pivoting therewith, at least one equalizer arm pivotally mounted to said first plate, said at least one equalizer arm being operatively attached to the suspension system; and a shock absorber which is positioned adjacent to and at least partially against said at least one equalizer arm, said shock absorber configured to absorb shock/vibrations transferred to said at least one equalizer arm from the suspension system, said shock absorber being sandwiched between said first and second plates and abutting said at least one equalizer arm.