Abstract:
A crawler tractor vehicle having steering clutches and associated steering brakes includes a pair of actuator members each movable to sequential positions to sequentially effect disengagement of a steering clutch and then actuation of an associated steering brake. Independent means are included for allowing the steering brake to be actuated without disengagement of the associated clutch.
Abstract:
A band brake comprises a one piece flexible band having an anchor formed on each end thereof by reverse folding integral extensions of the band. The band is stretch-formed to its desired diameter on a like configured die member and a segmented brake lining is secured to inner surface portions thereof.
Abstract:
An apparatus in the form of a heavy-duty track idler wheel comprising two formed discs that have integrally formed outer rims and inner bosses concentrically abutting each other and joined by circumscribing weld joints.
Abstract:
An improved mounting for an idler sprocket on the track roller frame of a crawler-type tractor. The improved mounting incorporates a readily accessible slide bearing structure provided on the exterior surfaces of the legs of a yoke which mounts the idler sprocket for movement on a subjacent track frame. Secured to the track frame are clamps having horizontally elongated fingers received in recesses defining the bearing surfaces on the outer sides of the legs. The slide bearing surfaces can be readily inspected and serviced by reason of their location on the exterior of the construction.