Patents by Inventor Marion W. Mason

Marion W. Mason has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Closed oil drainage system method
    Patent number: 5975244
    Abstract: A method of draining oil and a kit adapted to be connected to the oil pan of a vehicle for draining oil therefrom. The kit comprises an adapter that is attachable to the oil pan such that the adapter is generally axially aligned with a drain opening formed in the oil pan. A main body is provided and such is attachable to the adapter. The main body forms a reservoir that includes an outlet port. Contained within the reservoir is a socket and shaft that is operative to unscrew a drain bolt normally secured within the drain opening of the oil pan. In addition, the same socket and shaft is operative to secure the drain plug within the drain opening once oil has been removed from the oil pan.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 1, 1999
    Date of Patent: November 2, 1999
    Assignee: James M. Storeman
    Inventor: Marion W. Mason
  • Closed oil drainage system
    Patent number: 5881841
    Abstract: A kit adapted to be connected to the oil pan of a vehicle for draining oil therefrom. The kit comprises an adapter that is attachable to the oil pan such that the adapter is generally axially aligned with a drain opening formed in the oil pan. A main body is provided and such is attachable to the adapter. The main body forms a reservoir that includes an outlet port. Contained within the reservoir is a socket and shaft that is operative to unscrew a drain bolt normally secured within the drain opening of the oil pan. In addition, the same socket and shaft is operative to secure the drain plug within the drain opening once oil has been removed from the oil pan.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 29, 1997
    Date of Patent: March 16, 1999
    Inventor: Marion W. Mason