CPC B60G 13/005 (2013.01) [B60G 2204/129 (2013.01)] | 15 Claims |
1. A shock end loop attachable to a shaft of a shock absorber, comprising:
a body portion adapted for engagement with a threaded end of the shaft; and
a neck portion coupled to the body portion and extending upward therefrom, the neck portion comprising:
an open end opposite the body portion terminating in a peripheral annular edge; and
a sidewall comprising:
an inner surface extending from the body portion to the peripheral annular edge, wherein the inner surface defines a neck channel; and
an inwardly projecting internal lip, wherein a bottom end of the shaft is configured to be positioned against the inwardly projecting internal lip,
wherein the neck portion is adapted for engagement with the shaft for firmly securing and supporting the shaft to counteract a side load or bending torque that is exerted on the shaft by the vehicle.
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