Cam bolt apparatus for suspension systems

摘要

An apparatus is described for increasing a range of adjustment of a suspension system. The apparatus includes a cam bolt having an internal cam feature and external cam feature that together allow for increased range of adjustment.

主权项

1. An apparatus for adjusting a position of a suspension member coupled by a bolt, said apparatus comprising:
a bolt having a shaft including a first threaded portion and a second enlarged head portion, said shaft, threaded portion and enlarged head portion having a common central longitudinal axis; first and second washers fixed to the bolt, said first washer fixed adjacent said first threaded portion and said second washer fixed adjacent said enlarged head portion, wherein a center axis of both of said washers is offset from said central axis of said shaft; and a lobe extending outwardly from a lengthwise mid region portion of an outer portion of the shaft between said first and second washers and extending from the shaft without contacting either of said first and second washers, said lobe including a longitudinal center axis offset from the central longitudinal axis of said shaft.