Muffler

Description

FIG. 1 is a front left top perspective view of a muffler showing my new design;

FIG. 2 is a front elevational view thereof;

FIG. 3 is a top plan view thereof; and,

FIG. 4 is a bottom plan view thereof.

The left and right elevational views and the rear elevational view are identical to the front elevational view shown in FIG. 2.

Referenced Cited
U.S. Patent Documents
D184198 December 1958 Russell
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Other references
  • Kawasaki Vulcan Exhaust Pipe, Motor Cyclist Magazine, p. 51, Jun. 1995. Chrome Customized 3" Bullet Exhaust Extensions to Fit Volkswagen and Tailpipe Extension 15-1283, Both in J.C. Whitney Catalog #291, p. 161, Jun. 1971.
Patent History
Patent number: D394236
Type: Grant
Filed: May 31, 1996
Date of Patent: May 12, 1998
Inventor: Arthur R. Verlengiere (Santa Maria, CA)
Primary Examiner: Robert M. Spear
Attorney: Daniel C. McKown
Application Number: 0/55,216
Classifications
Current U.S. Class: Tail Pipe Extension Or Muffler (D12/194)
International Classification: 1216;