Backlite system for use in an automotive vehicle convertible roo

Details Backlite system for use in an automotive vehicle convertible roo Backlite system for use in an automotive vehicle convertible roo

1997-06-25

1999-03-30

Pape, Joseph D.

Land vehicles: bodies and tops

Tops

Let-down type top

29614614, B60J 712

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058879366

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for use in automotive vehicle convertible roofs includes an elongated tensioning member being disposed adjacent to an edge of a window. At least a portion of the tensioning member is disposed in an elastomeric sealing member. A pair of resilient tensioning members are disposed adjacent to top and bottom edges of a backlite for deterring crosscar folding of the backlite while allowing fore and aft folding of the backlite when retracted.

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