Abstract: A device for facilitating the assisted entry and exit of a person in a wheelchair (a) from the wheelchair into a body of water and (b) out of the water back into the wheelchair is disclosed in which a platform support has two forward sections that extend at least partially over the water and receive thereon a front wheel of each respective side of the wheelchair, such that the positional relationship of the wheelchair with respect to the water, when the wheelchair is disposed on the platform, is one in which at least a front portion of the front edge of the seat of the wheelchair, in a vertical orientation, is disposed over the water surface, and the movement of the person in the wheelchair, upon the person's movement from the wheelchair entering into the pool, and exiting from the pool back into the wheelchair, is an essentially direct vertical movement with respect to the water, uninterrupted by a physical barrier.

Abstract: A lightweight vehicle immobilization device useful to prevent theft of a vehicle or to prevent driving of said vehicle by its owner having a hub shield, an adjustable arm, a upper arm and a lower arm, each of said arms having ends which are adapted to traverse the tread of a tire of said vehicle and engage the inside of said tire so as to prevent removal of said device when said device is adjusted to the circumference of said tire; the improvement comprising means on said hub shield to limit the degree of outward rotation of said upper and lower arm to about 120 degrees when engaged on said tire, and a wedge shaped member having two surfaces which are about 120 degrees from each other, said wedge shaped member adapted to slide on said adjustable arm and, when locked in position, functioning to prevent inward rotation of said upper arm and said lower arm and to prevent movement of said adjustable arm.

Abstract: A boat trailer rest comprising a base having a pair of major axis between opposed diagonal corners; walls extending upwardly from the base and terminating in a top; the top having major axis between opposed diagonal corners; a cradle in the top having a major axis coincident with one of the pair of major axis and a minor axis coincident with the other of the pair of major axis; and the cradle for supporting a jack wheel of the trailer substantially above the base.

Abstract: A security device for locking a wheel of a vehicle includes first and second generally L-shaped clamp members adjustably positioned on a transversely extending cross member. The L-shaped members are moved toward each other to clampingly engage a steering wheel or road wheel of a vehicle. A lock assembly is slideably disposed within an open end of one of the L-shaped clamp members. The lock assembly includes a lock pin which engages apertures, openings or holes in the cross member.

Abstract: A wheel chocking system for restraining road vehicles being transported on a vehicle support surface of a transport vehicle is disclosed. The support surface has a grating disposed in at least a wheel support area where one or more road vehicles are positioned. The grating is formed by a grid of rods to which is secured chock members at desired positions relative to the position of the wheels of the road vehicle positioned over the wheel support area. Each chock has a base with disengageable attachment members in a lower engaging surface thereof to immovably secure the chock to the grating. The chock has an angled face plate which is positioned relative to an outer tread surface of a tire of a wheel to restrain movement thereof. Load transmitting members transfer a load applied to the face plate onto the base member and into the grating secured to the support surface.

Abstract: A security device for a trailer wheel to prevent unauthorized trailer movement that can be quickly and easily employed or removed. The device includes elongated wheel lug adapters and a back plate which are mounted with conventional lug nuts to the trailer wheel. A security bar and cover can be quickly engaged to the back plate and locked in place or easily removed when the trailer is ready for use by a key actuated locking mechanism.

Abstract: A vehicle wheel restraint device include a base plate having a wheel plate assembly adjustably mounted in a lateral direction by a channel mounted to the base plate. A pair of outwardly angled wheel plates engage the vehicle wheel, with the spacing adjustable, and a tire belt is arranged to be tightened onto the tire with a ratchet wind up mechanism also carried by the wheel plate assembly. The base plate can be swung out by release of one of a pair of floor anchor bolts and pulling on a pull cord.

Abstract: A vehicle positioning garage mat is formed as a unitary structure, including a substantially rectangular mat, with an upper surface having forward and rearward transverse bumps formed integrally thereon. The mat is to be placed on a support surface in a selected position in the path of vehicle tire, to indicate a desired parking position for the vehicle. The mat includes a rearward bump, positioned along the length of the mat forward of a trailing edge, and a forward bump spaced forwardly of the rearward bump. A tab section is provided between the rearward bump and a trailing edge of the mat for initial engagement with a vehicle tire. The tab first receives a forwardly moving vehicle tire and thus secures the mat before the tire engages the rearward bump. The forward and rearward bumps are reinforced from below by spaced longitudinal rib sections that provide resilient resistance to depression, while minimizing the amount of material required for the mat.

Abstract: A wheel immobilizing apparatus includes a pair of wheel-blocking bodies, and an adjustable spacing mechanism and a latching mechanism for accommodating different wheel sizes. The wheel-blocking bodies are wedge-shaped to fit against respective rear and front ends of a wheel. Each body has an inner flange fixedly attached to an inner portion of the body and projecting therefrom to assume an overlapped relation with a peripheral portion of an inner side of the wheel to prevent removal of the body in a direction toward an outer side of the wheel. Also, each body has an outer bracket fixedly attached to an outer portion of the body and projecting therefrom to assume an overlapped relation with a portion of an outer side of the wheel.

Abstract: A device to be clamped onto a tire which punctures the sidewalls of the tire when an unauthorized attempt is made to move the vehicle or pry the device from the tire. The device includes two jaws that slide toward one another to substantially close around the tire thereby positioning teeth on the jaws close to the sidewalls. The jaws are engaged with a ratchet locket mechanism that permits sliding the jaws together for attachment around the tire but which prevents the jaws from sliding apart unless released with a key. The locking mechanism is protected from tampering by a cover with a hole for inserting the key. The hole is remote from the locking mechanism and the key is elongated providing that cryogenic fluid inserted into the cover hole can not reach the locking mechanism such as might be attempted in an effort to embrittle the locking mechanism.

Abstract: An apparatus for attachment over a hub of a vehicle wheel to prevent its rotation and prevent the wheel from being removed from its axle. The apparatus has a generally triangular shaped shell having an upper and lower triangular plate spaced apart by a series of vertical pins. The apexes of the triangular plates have openings formed therein for receiving one end of a hooked rod. The other ends of the hooked rods extend through the shell and are held in place by the vertical pins and a locking screw-threaded nut-sleeve locking assembly. The hooked ends of the rods engage the circumference or tread of the tires and are held firmly in place by tightening the locking screw against the rods. A padlock secured to the assembled device through the sleeve of the locking device prevents tampering with the apparatus when in place on a vehicle wheel.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a flexible leveling device for the leveling of various vehicles, particularly recreational vehicles. In the preferred embodiment, the flexible leveling device of the invention generally comprises an elongate member of flexible material, with first and second ends, having a series of separated elements, preferably blocks, of steadily increasing height interconnected thereto. Each of the separated elements is interconnected to the flexible member, starting at the first end thereof with the shortest element, progressing with successively longer elements to form a steady incline, and extending through the length of such member to the second end thereof. Each separated element is disposed on the flexible member so as to provide a uniform space between adjacent elements, allowing the device to be formed into a curved configuration for use, or to be folded over or rolled to facilitate storage.

Abstract: A restraint device for an aircraft having a plurality of covered wheels with tires thereon, comprised of a base plate upon which is mounted a vertical restraint member attached to the side portion of the base plate. Positioned atop the vertical restraint is a landing gear strut attachment fitting which accepts the landing gear strut while adequately clearing the wheel fairing device.

Abstract: A device having a pair of right-angle members slidable relative to each other to bring the jaws mounted to the foot of a leg of one of the members and the jaws of an opposed clamp mounted to the foot of a parallel leg of the other member into clamped engagement with diametrically opposed brake cooling slots and the adjacent surface of a wheel of a parked motor vehicle, and including a key operable lock mounted in part to each of the right-angle members which serves to secure the members in the clamped condition. In its diametrically applied condition to the wheel, the device obstructs application of a boot over the lug nuts of the wheel, and an elongated arm of one of the member extends beyond the periphery of the wheel so as to immobolize the wheel against rotation relative to the roadway.

Abstract: An improved wheel clamp 1 including a first wheel chock (25) and a second wheel chock (29), interconnected by a first threaded rod (44) and a second threaded rod (46), the threaded rods being driven by a motor (43) driving chains (45, 47) such that rotation of the threaded rods urge the wheel chocks (25, 29) away from each other and into an abutting relationship with vehicle tires (11, 12). A pair of hold down clamps (33, 38) reside in a pivotable relationship adjacent to the wheel chocks (25, 29) and rotate upward to grip an inner surface of the tires (11, 12) as the wheel chocks engage the tires.

Abstract: A wheel chock device arrangement to be releasably secured to a vehicle wheel, such as a trailer wheel, for temporarily encumbering the normal rotation of the vehicle wheel. The wheel chock device includes a generally triangularly shaped enclosure having a plurality of surfaces defining a substantially wedge-shaped solid with a horizontal leg, a vertical leg, and an inclined leg between the vertical and horizontal legs. A pair of closed opposed end walls enclose the legs to create the wedge-shaped solid. A generally "U"-shaped wheel-engaging jaw with telescopically engagable first and second base segments is provided, with each base segment having a leg element extending generally at right angles from the base segments, and with opposed inwardly extending stub segments extending coaxially inwardly of the leg elements of the first and second base segments.

Abstract: An improved device for immobilizing or impounding any vehicle includes a pair of jaws that can be brought together on either side of a wheel to capture that wheel. A chock of width equal to the wheel rests against the ground and prevents movement of the captured wheel. The device is preferably made of hardened steel and is assembled in such a way as to make non-destructive disassembly impossible. The design and construction of the device make it impossible to twist or otherwise misalign the jaws or the chock of the device, except by use of extreme and excessive force.

Abstract: A reel chock for releasably securing to a support surface a heavy reel provided with terminal flanges includes a base and outer and inner side plates defining between them a recess which freely receives one of the reel flanges. Chock flanges releasably secure the chock to the support surface. At least one set screw is mounted in one of the side plates, and releasably bears against the reel, holding it in position. The chocks preferably are used in two opposed pairs, one pair on each reel flange.

Abstract: An automobile jack and wheel chocks assembly for automobiles wherein a jack and wheel chocks are stored in the vehicle as a concise spacing saving unit. The chocks include structure which receives and locates the jack, and the chocks are positioned in the vehicle by locating pins.

Abstract: The present invention entails a method and a system for chocking at least one wheel of a gas truck to assure that the gas truck is not driven away from a loading station while one or more gas hose nozzles from a storage tank are connected to a tank carried by the gas truck. The tire chock interlock system of the present invention includes a tire chock assembly that is stationed adjacent a loading platform or station and includes a chock that is movable from an extended position where the same aligns with and chocks a wheel associated with the gas truck to a retracted position away from that particular wheel leaving the gas truck free to move from the loading station. A pair of nozzle cradles are provided adjacent the loading station. When not being used to fill the tank of a gas truck, the hose nozzles from a main storage tank rest on the cradle.

Abstract: An apparatus for positioning a vehicle relative to an implement to be mounted upon the vehicle consists of a stop member defining a stop surface for engagement by tread surfaces of the vehicle to be positioned, and guide arms adjustably mounted upon the stop member and defining arcuate guide surfaces for engagement by the side surfaces of the vehicle wheels. A method for positioning a vehicle relative to an implement to be mounted thereupon is also described.

Abstract: An infant exerciser guard which includes a stop member having an arcuate or curved contact surface for contacting one or more wheels of an infant exrciser or other wheeled infant carrier or vehicle and preventing the infant carrier or vehicle and infant operator from moving past a predetermined boundary. In a preferred embodiment the infant exerciser guard is secured to the floor by means of fasteners such as screws, suction cups or loop-pile fasteners and in the latter case, an accessory mount plate may be provided in cooperation with the infant exerciser guard for mounting on the floor and receiving the infant exerciser guard in removable relationship.

Abstract: A wheel chock with a base, upwardly sloped ramps extending around the periphery of the base, and a receiver located inboard of the ramps for releasably retaining a wheel and supporting the load thereon. The ramps and receiver permit wheel approach around the entire periphery of the base.

Abstract: A support system comprises a cantilever for taking up objects running on roller wheels. The cantilever is formed to roll the objects onto the cantilever in a first direction up to a lock position and to remove them from the cantilever by rolling in a substantially opposite direction. The roller wheels shall be locked in a rest position and removal of the objects by rolling the roller wheels from the cantilever shall be eased. In order to achieve this object the cantilever comprises a depression formed at the lock position of the roller wheels and extending transversely to the roll-on direction. A substantially plane portion is provided at the roll-on side of the depression and a roller wheel arriving in the depression contacts said plane portion.

Abstract: An intermodal transport system designed for use in the hauling of semi-trailers by means of railway bogies. The system combines a turntable and spring-loaded chock design to enable the efficient loading and unloading of semi-trailers. A novel turntable design reduces bending stresses in transit while the combined chock reduces labor requirements during the loading and unloading processes since an automatic locking in place is achieved.

Abstract: Apparatus for wheel lift towing vehicles for supporting the tires of a vehicle to be lifted and towed thereby includes a tire support cradle having front and rear support members for respectively engaging the front and rear surfaces of a tire of the vehicle to be towed. The front and rear members include an auxiliary foot in the form of a plate which is selectively connected to the members when operative or removed when inoperative for storage. Each plate when connected to the support members is disposed at an angular inclination for providing a support surface for engaging and aiding in supporting a respective surface of the tire. The rear plate may be connected after the rear support member has been positioned behind the tire beneath a low ground clearance disabled vehicle so that no interference with the vehicle occurs.

Abstract: An assembly for a truck at a loading bay includes a guide track and a chock member for the truck which is reciprocated along the guide track to engage the rear wheels of the truck and lock it securely in position; the guide track may be formed in a platform forming part of the assembly and on which the truck is supported; suitably the platform is hinged at its outer end whereby the platform is pivotable about the outer end such that the rear of the truck may be elevated or lowered for alignment with the loading bay.

Abstract: A chocking system for securing a vehicle to a deck which has a track extending therealong includes a pair of frames mounted on said track for movement along the track and hingedly mounted for swinging movement toward and away from the deck. A wedge is mounted on each of the frames and can be moved toward and away from the track. An L-shaped arm is pivotally mounted at one end on each of said wedges and has a shoe at its other end which can extend over and contact the peripheral surface of a vehicle wheel. The arms are adapted to overlap along their elbows and have means for releasably securing them together with the shoes being over the vehicle wheel. The frames can be lifted away from the deck to provide a clear deck for movement of the vehicles along the deck. With the vehicle in position on the deck, the frames are movable back onto the deck with a wedge being positioned at each side of the vehicle wheel to prevent movement of the vehicle along the deck.

Abstract: A restraining device for an aircraft with wheels having tires thereon, comprised of a base plate upon which is mounted a restraint members to prevent movement of the tire when it is positioned on the base plate. The restraint members are hinged on one side of the base plate to allow for opening and closing. This movement is an arc laterally across the base plate. The restraint members in the closed position are secured to the base plate by latches mounted on the base plate located laterally across from the hinges.

Abstract: An auxiliary locking brake for tandem tires is formed by upper and lower wedge members centrally joined by a threaded shaft moving the wedge members toward and away from each other for impinging confronting thread surfaces of tandem tires when disposed therebetween. Telescoping members adjustably extending between panels forming the wedge members permit fore and aft adjustment of the spacing between the wedge forming panels prior to installation of the locking device on the tires of a particular vehicle. Tire retaining flanges on the wedge members prevent lateral movement of the device in a direction parallel with the axes of tandem axles.

Abstract: A light-weight wheel chock is formed having a thin exterior shell of rigid, chemically-inert plastic material, such as high-density polyethylene, and an interior cavity filled with light-weight rigid or semi-rigid foam, such as high-density polyurethane foam.

Abstract: A device for immobilizing vehicles is secured to a vehicle wheel to prevent the wheel rotating. A central carrier plate carries three arms which extend outwards and have portions which embrace the outer edge of the wheel when operative. Two of the arms are pivotally attached to the plate to each move between an operative position and inoperative stowed and fitting positions. The other arm can be adjusted in its lengthwise direction and is secured to the plate by a lock.

Abstract: A chock for preventing the rolling movement of a vehicle wheel is provided. The chock comprises a body having an upstanding humped portion having opposing forwardly and rearwardly sloping surfaces for the passage of a wheel of a vehicle therealong, an upstanding wheel abutment portion spaced rearwardly from the rearwardly sloping surface of the humped portion and a recessed wheel receiving portion positioned between the humped portion and the wheel abutment portion and interconnecting the rearwardly sloping surface of the humped portion with the wheel abutment portion.

Abstract: A hose guide chock and method is disclosed in combination with a motor vehicle for preventing a hose (11, 11a) from being caught in a nip (16) between a tire (18) and ground (22). A cylindrical wedge (B) cut with an oblique rim (32) at approximately 38 degrees provides a tight fit against tire tread surface (18) so that an entrance space leading to nip (16) is closed as well as any nip between wedge body (B) and tire (18). A low body portion (12) is cut to define band (24) which strengthens the wedge (B) against accidental rollover and also provides wedging of the cylindrical body sufficiently to hold the wedge in place while the hose may be pulled both ways over the smooth outer cylindrical wall (28).

Abstract: An automotive wedge guide is set forth for securement adjacent a forward exterior tread surface of an automotive wheel to present a guide surface to prevent a garden-type hose from binding between the automotive tread and the support surface of the automobile tire and avoid binding of the garden hose during a washing procedure of an automobile.

Abstract: A deceleration method and apparatus for stopping a racing vehicle a predetermined distance beyond a race course finish line after a speed run from a standing start. A tether system having an elongated free payout portion is attached to the vehicle at the start line. The tether payout portion is arranged behind the vehicle for easy payout. It is relatively light so as not to impede travel of the vehicle over the race course. The length of the payout portion approximates the length of the course so that all slack is taken out of it by the time the vehicle reaches the finish line. Energy absorbing apparatus is attached to the tether system to place the payout portion in tension when it is payed out. In one embodiment the energy absorbing apparatus includes a manually operated friction braking system. In another embodiment it includes a hydraulic braking system employing rotor vanes rotating past stators in a compartment containing a liquid such as water.

Abstract: A collapsible barrier for vehicular traffic comprising two members (3, 4) pivotally connected to base means (1, 2) thereby enabling the members to be raised into an operative vehicle obstructing condition and to be lowered to an inoperative position to allow vehicles to pass over the members, and releasable lock means (17) to secure the members together in the raised operative condition.

Abstract: A restraint apparatus for wheeled chairs has a pair of spaced bumper bars that engage the outer edges of the front and rear pairs of wheels and retain the geriatric patient in a fixed position in a nursing facility.

Abstract: Apparatus for wheel lift towing vehicles for supporting the tires of a vehicle lifted and towed thereby includes a tire support cradle having front and rear members for respectively engaging the front and rear surface portions of a tire of a vehicle. The rear support member includes an elongated arm and a wheel support member. The arm is adjustably positioned in a receptacle carried by a support beam which also carries the front member of the cradle, and is secured in the receptacle by a locking bracket which is pivotably mounted on the top of the receptacle and adapted to pivot between an unlocked position to a locking position. In the unlocked position the bracket does not interfere with movement of the arm. The bracket includes a leg which carries a locking pin. In the locking position lateral movement of the arm is precluded and the pin is inserted into a bore in the arm to lock the arm against longitudinal and lateral movement.

Abstract: A multi-floor elevating parking station constructed of a stable frame set under ground and containing a parking frame which is divided horizontally into a plurality of parking rooms or floors with steel plates. The parking frame can be raised up and down to make each floor or each parking room even with the ground surface so that a car can be parked in or driven out. Besides, the top steel plate of the parking frame can be used as a drive-way when the parking frame is lowered down to the bottom of the stable frame.

Abstract: A wheel chocking device consisting of two components, one plate member having a flange at the end and a second plate having overlapping flange engaging sides, which can be assembled to form an inverted V-shaped wheel chocking device for use when changing a vehicle's tire, during vehicle maintenance or when parking a vehicle on a hill. This device can be quickly and easily disassembled for storage by sliding the first member into the same flange-engaging sides of the second member, and then stored in a proper location with the jack and spare tire where it can be located for future use, by attaching it to the jack post and spare tire carrier assembly through a slot provided in the plate member.

Abstract: A releasable cargo anti-skid block for gripping the cargo bed of a vehicle comprises a rigid body having a cargo engageable upstanding side and a cargo bed engageable bottom. The bottom and upstanding side join at a corner edge. Gripping apparatus on the bottom of the body extends lengthwise along the bottom. The gripping apparatus are fixed with respect to the body for forcibly but releasably gripping the surface of the cargo bed of the vehicle.

Abstract: A chocking device for restraining a heavy or oversized vehicle against lateral movement relative to the deck of a low bed trailer or the like. The trailer deck is carried, at least in part, by a pair of support members which extend longitudinally of the trailer and define parallel inwardly facing abutments in general vertical registry with an opening in the deck thereabove. The chocking device comprises a chocking frame for positioning on the deck in lateral bridging relation to the opening. Depending restraining members mounted in fixed position on the lower side of the chocking frame extend through the deck opening and are disposed in engagement or near engagement with the abutments on the support members. The laterally opposite end of the frame define chocking surfaces which cooperate with laterally inwardly facing surfaces on laterally opposed wheels or tracks of an associated vehicle supported on the trailer deck.

Abstract: A locking chock which is of the character of a ground brake for the fore and aft wheels of a tandem axle vehicle makes use of a separate chock or blocker for each wheel. Each chock has a flat, ground-engaging face and an oblique wheel-engaging face. There is an initially retacted threaded shaft extending between the chocks which, once the chocks are in proper position, is extended to push the chocks into blocking engagement against the corresponding opposite wheels.

Abstract: A crash cushion end treatment, comprising a reusable barrier apparatus to protect vehicles traveling along the roadway from fixed roadside obstructions is disclosed. The apparatus is attached to the fixed obstruction and comprises a linear array of deformable cylinders or vented bodies which are designed to attenuate the force of vehicle impact. A single cylindrical member is disposed at the front, or leading edge, of the barrier. The cylindrical member prevents vehicles impacting the barrier "head-on" from being launched over the barrier. Further, a plurality of overlapping fender panels are disposed along each side of the linear array of deformable cylinders. These fender panels are hinged to the barrier so that when the barrier is collapsed, or telescoped inwardly, by an impacting vehicle, the panels may hinge outwardly without being damaged or destroyed.

Abstract: An improved vehicle locking wheel chock comprising a pair of wedge shaped chocks having flat bottom ground contacting surfaces each rigidly affixed to respective end portions of a spacing bar with the chock bottom surfaces in a coplanar relationship and the oblique wedge surfaces of the respective chocks in a facing relationship spaced apart a distance that the space between the respective chock oblique wedge surfaces defines the region occupied by the vehicle wheel and tire. Each chock rotatably supports a lockable retaining mechanism comprising a support rod extending transversely of the chock with a pair of elongated retaining arms rigidly affixed to opposite ends of the rod to extend transversely of the rod axis and spaced apart a distance exceeding the width of a vehicle wheel and tire.

Abstract: A landing apparatus is disclosed for use during the landing or beaching of a boat, a vessel, or the like to protect the keel and hull bottom from injury and abrasion. The apparatus (12) employs an elongated semi-rigid member (20) disposed longitudinal to the bottom surface of the boat. Rigid and resilient upper support blocks (4) are provided on member 2 or and are angled in such a way (2) and spaced in such a way (6) to accept and cradle the keel of a boat and have surface contact with the hull so as to offer complete protection during the beaching of the latter. Said apparatus (12) also employs strips of material (8) spaced (16) on the underside of the apparatus so as to provide a non-slip surface on the bottom side of apparatus (12) for engagement with the contact surface of the beach.

Abstract: An apparatus for loading a scooter-type wheelchair or similar object into a vehicle comparment such that the apparatus and wheelchair loaded are fully contained within the vehicle when in a storage position. The apparatus includes a frame attachable to a lower surface of the vehicle compartment and a platform upon which the wheelchair may be rolled. During a loading cycle, the platform and wheelchair are raised upwardly, traversed toward the vehicle compartment and lowered into the compartment for storage. During this cycle, the platform passes through a vertical plane defining a maximum elevation. The platform includes wheel locators and positioning plates for locating the wheels of the wheelchair as it is positioned on the platform and for preventing the wheelchair from undesired movement once loaded. A vertical shaft is positioned adjacent a track portion of the platform.

Abstract: Wheel chock blocks may be comprised of bodies of various ultra-lightweight foam materials, such as expanded polystyrene. A coating may be provided which integrally covers such bodies to form a skin effect for dispersing pressures applied thereto over such body. Thus, effective use is made of the entire compressive strength of the block, which further permits practical use of even such ultra-lightweight materials. Such coating may be formed with hardened latex paint, which paint also slightly penetrates the foam body so as to further enhance the skin effect thereof.

Abstract: A device for preventing a hose/cord from being caught between a wheel and ground or from being caught between the wheel and the body of a wheeled vehicle including a frusto-conical member having an opening defined in a side thereof for insertion of the wheel therein, such conical member contacting the ground in front of the wheel, presenting a sloped surface upward and toward the wheel for the hose/cord to move against to prevent the hose/cord from passing and catching between the wheel and the ground and a forwardly protruding lip at the top of the conical portion to prevent the hose/cord from catching between the wheel and portions of the vehicle.