Method of sealing an edge joint on a vehicle hood
US6217938A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 1, 1999 |
| Grant date | Apr 17, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 1, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60J10/80
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A normally--concealed edge joint at the front end of a vehicle hood can be sealed against corrosion by applying a bead of viscous sealant material along the length of the joint. The vehicle hood is maintained in an elevated position while the sealant bead is formed on the edge joint. Thereafter the hood is lowered by means of a special purpose implement that includes a hook designed to engage a striker on the hood undersurface. The implement prevents the technician from touching the hood, and possibly disturbing the sealant bead.
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