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US3954080A
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Bow mount for trolling motors
Assignee: Shakespeare and Company
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Filing: 1975-02-13
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Granted: 1976-05-04
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Expires: 1995-02-13
Abstract
Abstract A linkage including a bracket for mounting a trolling motor on the bow or deck of a boat for swinging between operating and stowed positions. Releasable locking mechanism is provided for locking the motor in either position, and the release from one position and translation to the other position is accomplished by a single action on the part of the operator.
Inventors
- 👤 Lester C. Weaver
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-06 04:01
CPC Classifications
B; B63; B63H; B63H20/00; B63H20/007
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 12
Claim 1
Independent Claim
148 words
Apparatus for mounting a trolling motor having a motor tube on the bow of a boat comprising, a base plate adapted to be secured to the boat deck adjacent the bow, a mounting bracket for clamping said motor tube, a linkage pivotally connected between said base plate and said mounting bracket for swinging said motor tube from a substantially vertical operating position in front of said base plate to a horizontal stowed position overlying said base plate, means for detachably securing said linkage to said base plate in said operating position, said linkage including a support member for resting on said base plate in said operating position and said securing means including a latch pin on the base plate projecting through said support member, a latch plate on said support member detachably engaging said latch pin, and movable means on said support member to release said latch plate.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
148 words
Apparatus for mounting a trolling motor having a motor tube on the bow of a boat comprising, a base plate adapted to be secured to the boat deck adjacent the bow, a mounting bracket for clamping said motor tube, a linkage pivotally connected between said base plate and said mounting bracket for swinging said motor tube from a substantially vertical operating position in front of said base plate to a horizontal stowed position overlying said base plate, means for detachably securing said linkage to said base plate in said operating position, said linkage including a support member for resting on said base plate in said operating position and said securing means including a latch pin on the base plate projecting through said support member, a latch plate on said support member detachably engaging said latch pin, and movable means on said support member to release said latch plate.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
38 words
Apparatus as described in claim 1, wherein second means are provided for detachably securing said motor tube to said base plate in said stowed position, and said movable means is adapted selectively to release said second securing means.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
42 words
Apparatus as described in claim 2, wherein said second securing means includes a catch frame extending upright from said base plate in said stowed position, and a springbiased pawl on said catch frame detachably holds said motor tube in said stowed position.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
32 words
Apparatus as described in claim 2, wherein a single pull rope is provided for releasing said first securing means in said operating position and said second securing means in said stowed position.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
31 words
Apparatus as described in claim 4, wherein a wedge plate is longitudinally movable in said support member by said pull rope to move said latch plate laterally for releasing the same.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
27 words
Apparatus as described in claim 1, wherein a wedge plate is longitudinally movable in said support member to move said latch plate laterally for releasing the same.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
30 words
Apparatus as described in claim 1, wherein adjustable take-up screws are provided between said support member and said base plate for compensating for variance in part dimensions and preventing rattling.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
140 words
Apparatus for mounting a trolling motor having a motor tube on the bow of a boat comprising, a base plate adapted to be secured to the boat deck adjacent the bow, a mounting bracket for clamping said motor tube, a linkage pivotally connected between said base plate and said mounting bracket for swinging said motor tube from a substantially vertical operating position in front of said base plate to a horizontal stowed position overlying said base plate, means for detachably securing said motor tube to said base plate in said stowed position, said securing means including a catch frame pivotally mounted on said base plate for extending upright from the base plate in said stowed position and parallel thereto in operating position, and a spring-biased pawl on said catch frame to detachably hold said motor tube in said stowed position.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
140 words
Apparatus for mounting a trolling motor having a motor tube on the bow of a boat comprising, a base plate adapted to be secured to the boat deck adjacent the bow, a mounting bracket for clamping said motor tube, a linkage pivotally connected between said base plate and said mounting bracket for swinging said motor tube from a substantially vertical operating position in front of said base plate to a horizontal stowed position overlying said base plate, means for detachably securing said motor tube to said base plate in said stowed position, said securing means including a catch frame pivotally mounted on said base plate for extending upright from the base plate in said stowed position and parallel thereto in operating position, and a spring-biased pawl on said catch frame to detachably hold said motor tube in said stowed position.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
16 words
Apparatus as described in claim 8, wherein a pull rope is provided for releasing said pawl.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
55 words
Apparatus as described in claim 8, wherein an additional securing means is provided for detachably securing said linkage to said base plate in said operating position, and movable means is provided on the support member selectively to release said additional securing means in said operating position and to release said pawl in said stowed position.
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) | 1979-05-04 | 1979-11-03 | 1980-05-04 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-05-04 | 1983-11-03 | 1984-05-04 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-05-04 | 1987-11-03 | 1988-05-04 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |