Collapsible shelter apparatus

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2008-07-29

2008-07-29

Pedder, Dennis H (Department: 3612)

Land vehicles: bodies and tops

Bodies

Camper

C296S165000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07404590

ABSTRACT:
The present invention discloses a collapsible shelter to be used in conventional truck beds. The shelter is comprised of a horizontal base that straddles the truck bed and a frame that pivots about an axis that is perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the truck bed. The frame is comprised of a rear A-shaped frame, a front support post and a ridge pole. The apparatus has bunks slidably, or hingedly, attached to the base that move from a first position on top of the base to a second position whereby they extend horizontally out and away from the side walls of the truck. Angled support members support the bunks in their horizontal position. A shell stretches over the frame and around the bunks. Quick erection of the shelter is facilitated by the pivoting frame.

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