Patent ID: 7377536
Filing Date: 2008-05-27
Classification: B60D

Abstract:
1. A shock-absorbing trailer hitch for use between a towing vehicle and a towed vehicle, the trailer hitch comprising: a first member adapted to engage the towing vehicle; a hitch member which is adapted to engage the towed vehicle and which is pivotally mounted on the first member about a single axis; a shock absorbing mechanism comprising at least one non-pressurized first spring member for reacting pivotal movement of the hitch member; a first through hole formed in the first member; a second through hole formed in the hitch member; a third through hole formed in the at least one first spring member so that the three holes are aligned with one another; and a fastener comprising an elongated shaft extending through the three holes to connect the first member, hitch member and at least one first spring member to each other.