Cargo bed insert for utility vehicle, front end mounting...

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2011-07-05

2011-07-05

Pedder, Dennis H (Department: 3612)

Land vehicles: bodies and tops

Bodies

Lining

C296S050000, C296S032000, C296S043000, C296S003000, C410S032000, C410S089000, C410S096000, C410S110000, C410S036000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07971919

ABSTRACT:
Various enhancements to the capabilities of vehicles in general, and particularly light-duty utility vehicles, which can advantageously enhance the cargo-carrying capabilities of such vehicles. The present invention provides a cargo bed insert, as well as an insert system, for removable attachment to a vehicle's existing cargo box. Improvement to a light-duty utility vehicle, where the improvement is in the form of a cargo box for the vehicle which includes one or more features of the described cargo bed insert and/or system is disclosed. The invention contemplates methods for enhancing the cargo-carrying capability of a light-duty utility vehicle. In particular, methods for enhancing the cargo-carrying capacity of such a vehicle beyond a manufacturer's specified cargo weight capacity are provided. Lastly, the invention includes a mounting assembly for a removable attachment to a vehicle's frame. The mounting assembly may be employed as a stand-alone item, or in conjunction with the cargo bed insert, to create a system for enhancing a vehicle's cargo-carrying capability.

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