Integral hood, radiator and bumper support apparatus

Details Integral hood, radiator and bumper support apparatus Integral hood, radiator and bumper support apparatus

1994-02-03

1996-03-19

Focarino, Margaret A.

Motor vehicles

Power

Radiators and condensers, mounting

180 686, 296194, B60K 1104

Patent

active

054996902

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus which isolates the radiator from the shock and deflection caused by movement of the truck chassis frame during operation of the truck. The apparatus includes a tubular support member connected at a location approximately equidistant from each chassis frame rail to a support member joining chassis frame rails of a truck. The tubular support member is attached to the hood and can also be attached to the front bumper and fenders. Installation of the tubular support member allows designers to contour the hood to the radiator, improving driver visibility and aerodynamics of the truck while not decreasing the fatigue life of the radiator. Securing the bumper to the support apparatus also allows closer fit between the bumper and the hood due to integration of relative movement of these parts.

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