Land vehicles: bodies and tops – Bodies – Convertible box
Patent
1994-09-09
1995-03-21
Pedder, Dennis H.
Land vehicles: bodies and tops
Bodies
Convertible box
296 64, 296 85, 296100, 2961801, B60P 342, B60N 200
Patent
active
053989856
ABSTRACT:
A rigidly constructed tonneau cover, hatch and seat assembly is disclosed for converting the truck bed of a standard pickup truck into an expanded seating capacity outside of the truck cab. The assembly is comprised of a generally rectangular tonneau cover for covering the bed portion of the pickup truck. This cover includes a hingably openable back portion that functions like a trunk to allow easy access to the truck bed. This portion can be locked so the contents of the truck bed are secured. The tonneau cover also has a removable hatch that provides access and protection for a rotatably mounted windshield, and for persons in one or more seats slidably mounted on the truck bed. In the closed position, the hatch protects the truck bed, seats, and added cargo, etc., from damage and undesired access. When the hatch is detached from the tonneau cover, it may be positioned vertically behind the seats and projects above the surface of the tonneau cover. A windshield positioned in front of the passengers, in conjunction with the hatch, produces a region of reduced air movement within the passenger seating area. Consequently, drafts, wind and occasional debris that accompany the moving air are deflected away from the passengers. This provides added comfort and safety for the passengers, and lowers wind resistance along the bed of the truck.
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Pedder Dennis H.
Scott Gene
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