Machine element or mechanism – Control lever and linkage systems – Elements
Patent
1993-02-01
1995-05-16
Luong, Vinh T.
Machine element or mechanism
Control lever and linkage systems
Elements
74608, 70237, 292307B, 280507, G05G 104, B60R 2500
Patent
active
054150582
ABSTRACT:
A locking device is provided for a removable tailgate on a pickup truck which permits normal rotational use of the tailgate while the lock is installed. The device is comprised of two basic parts, a lock and a lockable clamp. The clamp is used to close the open portion of the receiving cup through which the shaft is passed when the tailgate is normally removed. The clamp consists of a "b" shaped clamp with bent apertured tabs at each end. The lock mechanism includes a short linear plunger shaft with a head on the end of the shaft outboard of the lock. The diameter of the head is larger than the apertures in the end tabs of the clamp, so that the clamp is held secure.
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Peterson Harold
Young William M.
Carroll Leo R.
Luong Vinh T.
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