US3713203A
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Mounting blocks in vehicle frame and method of installation therein
Assignee: International Motors LLC
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Filing: 1970-11-05
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Granted: 1973-01-30
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Expires: 1990-11-05
Abstract
Abstract Mounting blocks, embodying preformed means to which hold down fasteners are to be secured, are located inside a vehicle frame by means of a positioning fixture, so as to conform to the preformed pattern of bolt openings in a door to fit across the frame. In one preferred example, the blocks are metal cylinders embodying eccentric tapped bolt openings. After the positions of the openings are fixed on locator pins on the positioning fixture, the individual mounting blocks are eccentrically swung thereabout outwardly to a snug position against the inside frame walls, and then are permanently welded thereto to receive the door.
Inventors
- 👤 R Fanslow
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-09 00:36
CPC Classifications
B; B62; B62D; B62D65/00; B60; B60J; B60J5/00; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T29/00; Y10T29/49; Y10T29/49826; Y10T29/49895; Y10T29/53; Y10T29/53978
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
256 words
In a method of locating a pattern of mounting holes with reference to inner walls of a frame, accommodative of structural variations in the latter without attendant unwanted variation of height and spacing between holes, said holes consisting of tapped bolt openings formed eccentrically in individual cylindrical mounting blocks, the steps of: introduction, into the frame, of the blocks in a pattern while borne at the desired height on a positioning structure, and while borne at the desired bolt spacing thereby with the openings on locator pins defining generally upright fixed axes and affixed thereon; rotation of the blocks, while the height is maintained, on fixed axes aforesaid each into engagement with an adjacent portion of the confronting inner wall of the frame; securement of each block to the adjacent portion of said inner frame wall so that the resulting bolt opening locations are fixed in conformity with the mounting hole pattern desired; substitution of a door for the positioning fixture, the door arranged with bolt receiving openings in the door preformed in conformity with the same mounting hole pattern and with the door sized to cover the mouth of the inner frame walls; at least two rows of bolt openings presented by each of the door and blocks, arranged with one row at each of two opposite sides of the door, and with registry between the respective bolt openings in the door and in blocks therebehind; and securement of door securing fasteners in the registered openings for effecting covering of the frame mouth as described.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
256 words
In a method of locating a pattern of mounting holes with reference to inner walls of a frame, accommodative of structural variations in the latter without attendant unwanted variation of height and spacing between holes, said holes consisting of tapped bolt openings formed eccentrically in individual cylindrical mounting blocks, the steps of: introduction, into the frame, of the blocks in a pattern while borne at the desired height on a positioning structure, and while borne at the desired bolt spacing thereby with the openings on locator pins defining generally upright fixed axes and affixed thereon; rotation of the blocks, while the height is maintained, on fixed axes aforesaid each into engagement with an adjacent portion of the confronting inner wall of the frame; securement of each block to the adjacent portion of said inner frame wall so that the resulting bolt opening locations are fixed in conformity with the mounting hole pattern desired; substitution of a door for the positioning fixture, the door arranged with bolt receiving openings in the door preformed in conformity with the same mounting hole pattern and with the door sized to cover the mouth of the inner frame walls; at least two rows of bolt openings presented by each of the door and blocks, arranged with one row at each of two opposite sides of the door, and with registry between the respective bolt openings in the door and in blocks therebehind; and securement of door securing fasteners in the registered openings for effecting covering of the frame mouth as described.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
256 words
In a method of locating a pattern of mounting holes with reference to inner walls of a frame, accommodative of structural variations in the latter without attendant unwanted variation of height and spacing between holes, said holes consisting of tapped bolt openings formed eccentrically in individual cylindrical mounting blocks, the steps of: introduction, into the frame, of the blocks in a pattern while borne at the desired height on a positioning structure, and while borne at the desired bolt spacing thereby with the openings on locator pins defining generally upright fixed axes and affixed thereon; rotation of the blocks, while the height is maintained, on fixed axes aforesaid each into engagement with an adjacent portion of the confronting inner wall of the frame; securement of each block to the adjacent portion of said inner frame wall so that the resulting bolt opening locations are fixed in conformity with the mounting hole pattern desired; substitution of a door for the positioning fixture, the door arranged with bolt receiving openings in the door preformed in conformity with the same mounting hole pattern and with the door sized to cover the mouth of the inner frame walls; at least two rows of bolt openings presented by each of the door and blocks, arranged with one row at each of two opposite sides of the door, and with registry between the respective bolt openings in the door and in blocks therebehind; and securement of door securing fasteners in the registered openings for effecting covering of the frame mouth as described.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
256 words
In a method of locating a pattern of mounting holes with reference to inner walls of a frame, accommodative of structural variations in the latter without attendant unwanted variation of height and spacing between holes, said holes consisting of tapped bolt openings formed eccentrically in individual cylindrical mounting blocks, the steps of: introduction, into the frame, of the blocks in a pattern while borne at the desired height on a positioning structure, and while borne at the desired bolt spacing thereby with the openings on locator pins defining generally upright fixed axes and affixed thereon; rotation of the blocks, while the height is maintained, on fixed axes aforesaid each into engagement with an adjacent portion of the confronting inner wall of the frame; securement of each block to the adjacent portion of said inner frame wall so that the resulting bolt opening locations are fixed in conformity with the mounting hole pattern desired; substitution of a door for the positioning fixture, the door arranged with bolt receiving openings in the door preformed in conformity with the same mounting hole pattern and with the door sized to cover the mouth of the inner frame walls; at least two rows of bolt openings presented by each of the door and blocks, arranged with one row at each of two opposite sides of the door, and with registry between the respective bolt openings in the door and in blocks therebehind; and securement of door securing fasteners in the registered openings for effecting covering of the frame mouth as described.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
267 words
In a method of locating a pattern of mounting holes with reference to inner walls of a frame, accommodative of structural variations in the latter without attendant unwanted variation of height and spacing between holes, said holes consisting of tapped bolt openings in a set of mounting blocks adapted to fit in a corresponding set of inwardly opening metal stalls on the inner walls conforming to said pattern, the steps of: introduction, into the frame, of the blocks while borne at the desired height on a locating fixture, and while borne thereby at the desired bolt pattern spacing with the openings on locator pins affixed thereon; introduction, into the frame, of the inner wall stalls in inwardly opening, receiving relation to the blocks; securement of the wall stalls to and between each block in the set and the adjacent portion of the inner wall receiving same, so that the resulting bolt opening locations are fixed in conformity with the mounting hole pattern desired; substitution of a door for the locating fixture, the door arranged with bolt receiving openings in the door preformed in conformity with the same mounting hole pattern and with the door sized to cover the mouth of the inner frame walls; at least two rows of bolt openings presented by each of the door and blocks arranged with one row at each of the two opposite sides of the door, and with registry between respective bolt openings in the door and in the blocks therebehind; and securement of door securing fasteners in the registered openings for effecting covering of the frame mouth as described.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
267 words
In a method of locating a pattern of mounting holes with reference to inner walls of a frame, accommodative of structural variations in the latter without attendant unwanted variation of height and spacing between holes, said holes consisting of tapped bolt openings in a set of mounting blocks adapted to fit in a corresponding set of inwardly opening metal stalls on the inner walls conforming to said pattern, the steps of: introduction, into the frame, of the blocks while borne at the desired height on a locating fixture, and while borne thereby at the desired bolt pattern spacing with the openings on locator pins affixed thereon; introduction, into the frame, of the inner wall stalls in inwardly opening, receiving relation to the blocks; securement of the wall stalls to and between each block in the set and the adjacent portion of the inner wall receiving same, so that the resulting bolt opening locations are fixed in conformity with the mounting hole pattern desired; substitution of a door for the locating fixture, the door arranged with bolt receiving openings in the door preformed in conformity with the same mounting hole pattern and with the door sized to cover the mouth of the inner frame walls; at least two rows of bolt openings presented by each of the door and blocks arranged with one row at each of the two opposite sides of the door, and with registry between respective bolt openings in the door and in the blocks therebehind; and securement of door securing fasteners in the registered openings for effecting covering of the frame mouth as described.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1976-01-30 | 1976-07-31 | 1977-01-30 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-01-30 | 1980-07-31 | 1981-01-30 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-01-30 | 1984-07-31 | 1985-01-30 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |