Vehicle suspension assembly
An improved suspension assembly that may be used as a new or retrofit to existing front and/or rear suspension systems. The assembly may include a multi-layered, press-fit wearband that is received by a modified suspension housing. The wearband is designed to ensure even lubrication, significantly enhancing durability and resistance to harsh conditions. The assembly further comprises a removeable head and retainer for ease of disassembly and reassembly.
1. A suspension assembly, comprising:
a housing;
a rod configured to be received within the housing;
a removeable head configured to be placed around the rod and adjacent the housing;
an improved wearband configured to be received within the housing and adjacent the rod, the wearband comprising at least a polymer layer, a metal layer, and a sintered layer between the polymer layer and the metal layer;
an improved seal comprising a (plurality of grooves); and
a wiper surrounding an outer portion of the removeable head;
wherein the removeable head is adapted to receive at least one seal.
2. The suspension assembly of claim 1 , wherein the wearband further comprises a metal-polymer blended material.
3. The suspension assembly of claim 1 , wherein the sintered layer is comprised of bronze.
4. The suspension assembly of claim 1 , wherein the at least one seal is an O-ring seal.
5. The suspension assembly of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of grooves are configured to distribute at least one lubricant about both front and back sides of the wearband.
6. The suspension assembly of claim 5 , wherein the at least one lubricant is grease.
7. The suspension assembly of claim 1 , wherein the removeable head is attached to the suspension assembly by a plurality of fasteners for selective removal and reinstallation.
8. The suspension assembly of claim 1 , wherein the rod comprises a taper along only a portion of rod.
9. The suspension assembly of claim 8 , wherein the rod extends beyond one distal end of the housing and terminates with a plate.
10. The suspension assembly of claim 9 , wherein the plate is preferably secured with one or more bolt and washer.
11. A suspension assembly comprising:
a rod;
a removable head;
a housing;
the removeable head configured to be secured to one distal end of the housing;
the rod configured to be inserted into the housing and extend beyond the one distal end of the housing;
a wiper placed about the rod and adjacent the removable head to protect against external contaminants;
a wearband received within housing and in close proximity to an outer circumference of the rod, the wearband comprising a polymer layer, a metal layer, and a sintered layer between the polymer layer and the metal layer;
a plate configured to be secured to a distal end of the rod which extends from the housing; and
at least one seal received by the removeable head for sealing a portion of the suspension assembly.
12. The suspension assembly of claim 11 , wherein the wearband further comprises a metal-polymer blended material.
13. The suspension assembly of claim 11 , wherein the sintered layer is comprised of bronze.