Theft deterrent wheel fastener cap assembly and method

Details Theft deterrent wheel fastener cap assembly and method Theft deterrent wheel fastener cap assembly and method

2006-02-28

2006-02-28

Miller, William L. (Department: 3677)

Expanded, threaded, driven, headed, tool-deformed, or locked-thr

Headed fastener element with nut, washer, securing means or cap

Cap over the head

C411S373000, C411S431000, C301S037374

Reexamination Certificate

active

07004700

ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to a decorative cap for enclosing the head of a wheel bolt or wheel nut or the like which fastens a wheel to the hub of a vehicle, comprising an end closure wall, an endless side wall extending from an outer periphery of said end closure wall, a skid extending radially outwardly from a periphery of said side wall, and said skirt having a plurality of locking lips depending therefrom for releasably gripping the head.

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