Dictionary of automotive terms. 2015.
pivot swing axle — See low pivot swing axle … Dictionary of automotive terms
Swing axle — A swing axle is a simple type of independent suspension first used in early aircraft (1910 or before), such as the Sopwith and Fokker, usually with rubber bungee and no damping. Many later motor car rear swing axles have universal joints… … Wikipedia
swing axle — An independent rear suspension system in which each driving wheel can move up or down independently of the other. The differential unit is bolted to the frame and various forms of linkage are used upon which to mount the wheels. Drive axles,… … Dictionary of automotive terms
axle — An axle is a shaft on which the wheels revolve. A full floating axle is used to drive the rear wheels. It does not hold them on nor support them. A semi floating or one quarter floating axle is used to drive the wheels, hold them on, and support… … Dictionary of automotive terms
pivot — A pin or shaft about which a part moves. The place at which a lever swivels. A lever cannot work without a pivot. Also see low pivot swing axle … Dictionary of automotive terms
swing — See low pivot swing axle … Dictionary of automotive terms
Mercedes-Benz 300SL — See also: Mercedes Benz 300 Mercedes Benz 300SL Manufacturer Mercedes Benz Production 1952 1953 (racing car) 1954 1963 (prod … Wikipedia
Mercedes-Benz 600 — Mercedes Benz W100 600 Manufacturer Mercedes Benz Production 1963–1981 2,677 built[1] SWB … Wikipedia
Mercedes-Benz W114 — Mercedes Benz W114/W115 Manufacturer Daimler Benz Production 1968–1976 1,919,056 built Saloon: 1,852,008 Coupé: 67,048 Assembly … Wikipedia
Suspension (vehicle) — Suspension is the term given to the system of springs, shock absorbers and linkages that connects a vehicle to its wheels. Suspension systems serve a dual purpose – contributing to the car s handling and braking for good active safety and driving … Wikipedia
