Lee Rodriguez

US Patent:

55641768, Oct 15, 1996

Filed:

Sep 20, 1994

Appl. No.:

8/309243

Inventors:

Harry S. Garcia - Rowlett TX
Lee R. Rodriguez - Balch Springs TX

Assignee:

Sure Hydraulic Systems, Inc. - Rowlett TX

International Classification:

B23P 1904

US Classification:

2940208

Abstract:

A kit is disclosed for use in replacing damaged hose segments of high pressure hydraulic hoses having press-fitted, straight or curved reusable end couplings. The disclosed kit includes at least one pair of support blocks; at least one mandrel having an outside diameter corresponding to the inside diameter of each hose segment to be replaced; at least one removal plate having a centrally disposed aperture corresponding to the outside diameter of each hose segment to be replaced, an elongated slot providing access to the aperture from one side of the plate, and a recess defining an annular shoulder around that portion of the aperture not communicating with the elongated slot; an adjustable pressure plate for use with hose assemblies having curved end couplings; and a U-shaped pusher bar for use with the adjustable pressure plate.