Land vehicles: bodies and tops – Bodies – End gates
Patent
1994-12-12
1996-05-21
Pape, Joseph D.
Land vehicles: bodies and tops
Bodies
End gates
2961801, B62D 3500
Patent
active
055182860
ABSTRACT:
A tailgate for an open bed truck is provided in the form of a tubular grate, with openings between tubes to allow wind to flow through the tailgate even when it is closed, improving fuel economy. The openings provide defined passages in which long articles can be supported, and an optional solid panel can be secured to the front face of the tailgate to retain loose loads.
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Eisen Mark B.
Pape Joseph D.
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