Abstract: A heat retaining and snow deflecting cover assembly for railroad track switches is made up of panels that prevent snow and ice from building up in the regions where the switching rails must move. An inner panel assembly is mounted between the switching rails near the entry point of the track switch. Outer panels are secured along the outer sides of the main tracks. The panels also retain heat generated by conventional heaters. Deflecting panels are secured at both ends of the inner panel assembly to guide snow inwardly to the center of the track and away from the switching rails. The cover assembly is easily installed for winter use and removed when no snow is present.

Abstract: A quick disconnect, lockable mounting for a C.B. (citizens band) antenna, or other type of antenna, which permits removing the antenna whenever desired simply by unlocking a key lock device, and taking off a cap carrying the antenna. Yet, when the cap is in position, it cannot be removed because the lock member securely holds it in position.The problem associated with breaking and stealing C.B. antennas (and radios, which are indicated as being present in a vehicle by the full antennas) has increased substantially, and the present device permits not only the quick disconnect and removal of the antenna, but the locking of the antenna to discourage thieves from attempting such removal.