Tailgate striker support bracket
US9221499B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 24, 2014 |
| Grant date | Dec 29, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 24, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE05B79/02
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A tailgate striker support bracket assembly for a pickup truck box. The assembly having a bracket with a striker support section sandwiched between a striker and a floating striker nut. The bracket having a web extending from the striker support section to a flange. The flange being affixed to a D-pillar of the truck box. The D-pillar being disposed between a side panel of the truck box and an outer panel of the pickup. The D-pillar also being disposed longitudinally forward from the striker. The pickup truck box being made from mostly aluminum alloy components.
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