Closure fasteners – Bolts – Hooked end
Patent
1990-11-28
1991-10-22
Moore, Richard E.
Closure fasteners
Bolts
Hooked end
292DIG5, 292DIG49, E05C 502
Patent
active
050589393
ABSTRACT:
A powered latching device for an automotive vehicle convertible top includes a reversible drive element linked to a latch incorporating a substantially J-shaped keeper for engaging a latch receiving flange portion of the vehicle's windshield header. The modular latching system is mounted to an articulated side rail of the convertible top, and, preferably two such latching systems are employed, one on each side rail of the convertible top.
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ASC Incorporated
Moore Richard E.
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