Definitions
from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.
- noun A short shaft that transmits motion from a motor to a machine, especially in an automobile.
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- noun A common
mechanical component used to transfer or synchronizerotational force in a machine. - noun A
wheelless axle used to turn thewheels of alocomotive .
Etymologies
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Examples
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A British Rail Class 03 Diesel-mechanical shunter (switcher) with a jackshaft under the cab.
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A British Rail Class 03 Diesel-mechanical shunter (switcher) with a jackshaft under the cab.
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Front freewheeling crank with a standard single freewheel that drives it via the jackshaft.
unknown title dequinox 2009
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Complete jackshaft chain set new timing chain set contains the following 1 timing chain2 camshaft sprockets 1 crankshaft sproket4 timing guide rails1 timing chain tensioner this kit doesnt contain parts for the balance shafts please order that kit separately.
xml's Blinklist.com 2008
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