Roof structure

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1981-11-02

1984-07-24

Reeves, Robert B.

Land vehicles: bodies and tops

Tops

Roof structure

403292, 403313, 403344, 211182, B62D 2506

Patent

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044615094

ABSTRACT:
A roof structure for an automotive vehicle includes a roof panel, a roof rail, a head lining and a support member therefor. The support member is divided into three parts: a main part and two side parts. The main part is separate from at least one side part. The main part may be separate from one side part and formed integrally with the other side part. The main part may be separate from both side parts. Each side part is fixed to the roof rail. The side part or parts are joined to the main part by means of a joint member. The joint member may be formed in various manners. The joint member includes an insertion portion and a rib formed thereon.

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