Robert R Radtke

US Patent:

49059564, Mar 6, 1990

Filed:

May 26, 1988

Appl. No.:

7/199137

Inventors:

Alvin R. Zemlicka - Elkart Lake WI
Robert R. Radtke - Oshkosh WI

Assignee:

Brunswick Corporation - Skokie IL

International Classification:

F16M 1300

US Classification:

248562

Abstract:

A fluid mount for an inboard marine engine includes a combination of a solid elastomer and a fluid dampening means to significantly improve vibration isolation and cushioning under normal shock loads. The fluid dampening means is constructed to lock-up and become inoperative under heavy shock loads to protect the mount against overload failure. An improved mounting system utilizing the fluid mounts optimizes the performance thereof.