Spare tire carrier with integrated truck jack and spare tire lift
US7845895B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 13, 2008 |
| Grant date | Dec 7, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 10, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D43/02
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A spare tire carrier featuring an integrated automotive jack, the jack used for manipulating the carrier into and out of a configuration suitable for transit. The jack may also be removed from the carrier, and used to elevate the vehicle. A strap and ratchet mechanism is also provided, helpful for securing the tire upon the carrier and also for leveraging the tire into place upon the carrier.
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