초록 ▼

A vehicle alignment system uses transverse, longitudinal and vertical bars mounted on a vehicle and equating to X, Y and Z axes for establishing the dimensions of the vehicle, which dimensions are then compared to the vehicle engineering specifications. The transverse bars are connected to the under

A vehicle alignment system uses transverse, longitudinal and vertical bars mounted on a vehicle and equating to X, Y and Z axes for establishing the dimensions of the vehicle, which dimensions are then compared to the vehicle engineering specifications. The transverse bars are connected to the underside of the vehicle and, to enable quickness and ease of transferring the alignment system between vehicles, quick connect fittings extend between the transverse and longitudinal bars. Additional supports extend between the longitudinal bars and a base surface. The system is arranged so that transverse bars in a path of entry and exit of the vehicle can be readily removed and the vehicle removed and replaced, while maintaining the alignment system substantially set up and ready for use. The process improves the speed of use of the system by substantially alleviating the dismantling previously required.

대표청구항 ▼

A drive-in, drive-out alignment system comprising: (a) first and second transverse bars and hanger means extending therefrom for connection to a first vehicle, said first transverse bar being connected to the vehicle forward of the vehicle front wheels, and said second transverse bar being connected

A drive-in, drive-out alignment system comprising: (a) first and second transverse bars and hanger means extending therefrom for connection to a first vehicle, said first transverse bar being connected to the vehicle forward of the vehicle front wheels, and said second transverse bar being connected to the vehicle aft of the vehicle front wheels; (b) spaced, parallel longitudinal bars mounted normally to opposite ends of said transverse bars and extending parallel to the vehicle centerline; (c) tee connectors joining said longitudinal bars to said first transverse bar; (d) quick couple tee connectors joining said longitudinal bars to said second transverse bar for ready connection and disconnection; and (e) support means extending from said longitudinal bars to a base surface and maintaining said longitudinal bars a set distance thereabove; whereby said second transverse bar is removable by said quick couple tee connectors and said longitudinal bars remain supported for ease of removing and replacing said vehicle with a second vehicle and quickly repositioning said second transverse bar to said second vehicle for alignment.