Convertible top covering retainer with method for using the same

Details Convertible top covering retainer with method for using the same Convertible top covering retainer with method for using the same

1996-11-08

1998-11-03

Pedder, Dennis H.

Land vehicles: bodies and tops

Tops

Let-down type top

296118, 2961077, B60J 708

Patent

active

058298207

ABSTRACT:
A convertible top having improved supporting means (16, 36, 46, 50, 56 and 58) for securing pliable covering (10, 12, and 14) to the linkage assembly. The means for securing the pliable covering (10, 12 and 14) includes one or more grooves (18, 20 and 22) on the supporting means (16, 36, 46, 50, 56 and 58) and attaching means (24, 26, 28) on the pliable covering (10, 12 and 14) which engages a groove (18, 20 or 22) in the supporting means (16, 36, 46, 50, 56 and 58) to secure the pliable covering (10, 12 and 14) in place. A method of assembly is also disclosed.

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Drawing of General Motors Headliner (prior to Jun. 1, 1988).

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