Abstract: A load carrier (1) for a vehicle (25) has a plurality of movable, laterally spaced support arms (12, 13), which are configured to be releasably fastened to a carrier part (3, 3?, 3?). The load carrier (1) has a base part (2) to be permanently arranged on the vehicle (25), on which base part the plurality of support arms (12, 13) are jointly arranged. The plurality of support arms (12, 13) are jointly vertically displaceable, on the base part (10) with each being mounted to pivot about its own vertical axis (15).

Abstract: A carrier device for securing an accessory to a vehicle is provided. The carrier device includes a support frame, a first suction cup mounted at the first end of the support frame, and a second suction cup mounted at the second end of the support frame. The carrier device also includes a first vacuum pump configured to selectively adjust the pressure within the first suction cup, and a second vacuum pump configured to selectively adjust the pressure within the second suction cup. The suction cups may be pivotally mounted to the support frame such that the rotational position of the first and second suction cups relative to the support frame is adjustable to selectively couple the carrier device to a vehicle. The carrier device may also include a support frame having a length that is adjustable to adapt to the size of a vehicle, and/or to adapt to the size of an accessory.

Abstract: A device includes at least one strap support. The strap support has a top surface and a bottom surface. The bottom surface is configured to contact a windshield of a vehicle, and the top surface having a groove configured to receive a strap. The strap support is further configured to displace the strap above an edge of a spoiler of the vehicle, so as to provide clearance between the strap and the spoiler when the strap is used to secure an object to the vehicle.

Abstract: Disclosed is a bicycle carrier having a support mast, an elongate support member extending from the support mast, and a fork crown cradle disposed along the elongate support member. The fork crown cradle is for receiving a fork crown of a bicycle. The cradle includes at least one member extending angularly relative to a longitudinal axis of the elongate support member and at least one tine extending angularly relative to a longitudinal axis of the elongate support member. The at least one member and the at least one tine of the fork crown cradle are spaced-apart so as to allow the fork crown to be received by the fork crown cradle. A head tube of the bicycle is disposed adjacent to the at least one tine of the fork crown cradle. The at least one member of the fork crown cradle is disposed between fork tubes of the bicycle.

Abstract: A bicycle rack is disclosed, including a hitch mount device and a mast structure. A proximal portion of the mast structure is connected to the hitch mount device, and a distal portion extends upward from the proximal portion. The bicycle rack further includes an upper beam structure connected horizontally to the distal portion of the mast structure and a first fork crown gripping station mounted on the upper beam structure. The first fork crown gripping station includes a first post structure and a strap configured to cooperatively bind a bicycle front fork crown to the first fork crown gripping station.

Abstract: A mount can be used readily with a rented golf cart to mount a washing device to the rear of the golf cart. The washing device can include a club head washer, a ball washer, or both. The mount does not require special fasteners and can be used with a wide variety of golf carts that hold golf bags on a rack at the rear of the cart. The mount fits in the golf bag rack where the golf bags are carried by the cart. The feet of the mount are placed into the rack before the golf bag or bags are added. The golf bag or golf bags hold the mount in place. The weight of a typical golf bag or a pair of golf bags is sufficient to hold the mount in the mounted configuration. The mounting method is quick and requires no separate fasteners.

Abstract: Disclosed is a bicycle carrier having a support mast, an elongate support member extending from the support mast, and a cradle disposed along the elongate support member. The cradle is for receiving a fork crown of a bicycle. The cradle includes a first hook member extending angularly relative to a longitudinal axis of the elongate support member and a second hook member extending angularly relative to a longitudinal axis of the elongate support member. The first hook member and the second hook member are spaced-apart so as to allow the fork crown to be received by the cradle. A head tube of the bicycle is disposed between the first hook member and the second hook member. The first hook member and the second hook member are disposed between fork tubes of the bicycle.

Abstract: A bike carrier capable of attaching to the rear of a vehicle is described. The bike carrier includes a first adjustable member that is adjustable to a plurality of positions and a second member that is pivotally secured to the first member. The second member is also adjustable to a plurality of positions independent of the fixed positions of said first member. The bike carrier includes at least one mount rail secured to the first and second members. The mount rail is capable of carrying a bicycle.

Abstract: A bicycle rack that allows multiple bicycles to be secured in a fanned out position includes a mounting section, a main body, and a plurality of bicycle-receiving subassemblies. The mounting section provides a means for supporting the main body and attaching the bicycle rack to a vehicle, while the main body supports the plurality of bicycle-receiving subassemblies. Each of the plurality of bicycle-receiving subassemblies includes a frame-receiving cradle, a first pedal-receiving clamp, a second pedal-receiving clamp, and a pedal arm. The frame-receiving cradle provides a telescoping structure for supporting the down tube of a bicycle, while the first pedal-receiving clamp and the second pedal-receiving clamp provide a means for supporting the pedals of the bicycle, wherein the pedal arm offsets the second pedal-receiving clamp from the first pedal-receiving clamp. The main body includes a primary beam and a secondary beam; the secondary beam being detachable when fewer bicycles are transported.

Abstract: An adjustable headboard for a carrier vehicle includes a hoop with a first frame member having a proximal end and a distal end, a second frame member having a proximal end and a distal end, and a connecting member extending between the distal end of the first frame member and the distal end of the second frame member. The hoop is moveable between a first position and a second position. The adjustable headboard further includes a stationary base with a first receiving channel and a second receiving channel and a retainer coupled to the hoop to secure the hoop in the first position and the second position.

Abstract: A bicycle-carrying device for motor-vehicles comprises a frame which is mounted on the rear part of a motor-vehicle and is provided with receptacles for supporting one or more bicycles in vertical planes parallel to the longitudinal direction of the motor-vehicle, without hiding from view substantial portions of the rear plate and/or the rear lights of the motor-vehicle.

Abstract: A mobility scooter device comprising an electrically powered wheeled vehicle provided with a lifting unit for lifting or lowering the vehicle. The lifting unit comprises an extendable lifting arm having two end portions a first end portion that is connected to the vehicle and a second end portion coupled to a support base provided with wheels. The lifting unit can be wheeled to bring the lifted vehicle over a transportation platform for mounting the vehicle body on the platform.

Abstract: Trunk mountable bicycle carrier racks and various improved aspects thereof such as retractable spool mechanism, cable end-hooks, anti-sway device, improved rotatable hubs, and improved frame supports.

Abstract: A bike carrier capable of attaching to the rear of a vehicle is described. The bike carrier includes a first adjustable member that is adjustable to a plurality of positions and a second member that is pivotally secured to the first member. The second member is also adjustable to a plurality of positions independent of the fixed positions of said first member. The bike carrier includes at least one mount rail secured to the first and second members. The mount rail is capable of carrying a bicycle.

Abstract: Truck Bed Companion will keep groceries from spilling all over the truck bed, allow contractors to transport tools and sheets of plywood or drywalls with ease, eliminate the need to ties down lawn mowers or gas cans and create separate areas for tool boxes, saws or other necessities.

Abstract: A multi-function vehicle-carrying frame includes a chassis, a positioning frame, a connecting rod, two first clasping poles, two second clasping poles, two third clasping poles and a support. The chassis is U-shaped. The positioning frame is reverse U-shaped and inserted into the chassis. An adjustable clipping post is disposed on a top tube of the positioning frame, and both lateral pipes are locked with a movable buffer cushion. The connecting rod is fixed between the lateral pipes of the positioning frame. The first clasping poles are pivotally connected to the lateral pipes of the positioning frame, the second clasping poles are connected to the lateral pipes of the first clasping pole or the positioning frame, and the third clasping poles are connected to the ends of the connecting rod. The support is connected to the lateral pipes of the positioning frame. Thereby, the multi-function vehicle-carrying frame is stable and practical.

Abstract: An adjustable cargo support apparatus for use with vehicles having a hitch receiver socket includes an elongated arm engageable at one end thereof inside such hitch receiver socket, a dual sleeve member, a tee-shaped cargo support beam having a riser slidingly engageable inside one of the open-ended sleeves of the dual sleeve member, and at least one releasable position locking means for restraining movement of the sleeve relative to the elongated arm. The dual sleeve beam member further includes an elongated connecting beam, a first open-ended sleeve having a portion of a side wall fixedly attached to one end of the connecting beam at a predetermined angle, and a second open-ended sleeve fixedly attached at an opposing end of the connecting beam, wherein an axis of the second sleeve is substantially perpendicular to that of the first sleeve.

Abstract: An attachment for a vehicle effective in facilitating the loading of an elongated article onto the roof of such vehicle, generally consisting of a support means mountable on an end of the vehicle; a bracket mounted on the support means; a roller mounted on the bracket, having a rotation axis disposed transversely relative to a longitudinal centerline of the vehicle, onto which an end of an article may be rested to accommodate the lifting of an opposite end thereof and rolling the article onto the roof of the vehicle.

Abstract: A carrier for a bicycle includes first and second frame elements configured for coupling to a vehicle. The elements are configured such that one can slide past the other to allow adjustment for various vehicle sizes and shapes. A slide restriction mechanism allows reversible fixation of a relative positioning of the first and second frame elements. In some embodiments, the first and second frame elements are arcuate in shape, such that the overall bicycle carrier is roughly semicircular in profile view when configured for attachment to a vehicle.

Abstract: A support for mounting a bicycle rack on a frame, particularly an A-frame of a trailer tongue, has a cross-piece having a length to span spaced-apart frame elements of the frame. The cross-piece forms angles with the frame elements. Mounting brackets are secured to the cross-piece at an angle congruent to the angle formed between the cross-piece and the frame elements and are used to mount the support on the frame elements. A mounting means, for example a receiver tube, is secured to the cross-piece for mounting the bicycle rack to the cross-piece. The support is particularly useful for fender-less trailers having an A-frame tongue since the support can be mounted on the A-frame tongue between the trailer and the towing vehicle. Thus, bicycles can be conveniently carried between the trailer and the towing vehicle.

Abstract: A rack for a truck or trailer bed includes a shelf configured to be attached to and span between walls of the bed. The shelf is sized to accommodate a set of tires from a recreational vehicle and arranged to position the recreational vehicle on an incline relative to the bed. At least one ramp is attached to the shelf. The ramp is configured to slope downward from the shelf to the bed.

Abstract: A bike carrying rack for an automobile includes a base frame, a support rack, and a pivot mechanism pivotally mounted between the base frame and the support rack and including two first rotation disks each provided with a first engaging face, and two second rotation disks each provided with a second engaging face detachably engaged with the first engaging face of the respective first rotation disk. Thus, the angle between the base frame and the support rack can be adjusted by the elastic effect of the base frame without needing to provide a spring, thereby simplifying the construction of the bike carrying rack.

Abstract: An adjustable rack system for a motor vehicle allows the user to transport and store various recreational items or accessories on the storage rack by selecting individual removable accessory storage devices for connecting with the rack system. The accessory devices are located on adjustable cross-members which allow the user to adjust the height and spacing between the various cross-members.

Abstract: An adjustable storage tray includes an inside tray and an outside tray. Each tray has a plurality longitudinally spaced transverse rib wherein protrusions associated with the ribs of the inside tray are shaped to fit within indentation associated with the ribs of the outside tray.

Abstract: An equipment carrier, such as a bicycle rack, is adapted for removable mounting to a vehicle and includes a first frame and a second frame interconnected by one or more hubs. The first frame is engaged with the hubs so as to be axially movable relative to the lower frame and the hubs. The first frame defines a forward engagement area adapted for engagement with the rear of the vehicle, and the second frame defines an outer engagement area adapted to engage the vehicle at a location vertically spaced from the forward engagement area. The second frame is pivotably mounted to the hubs for movement between an operative extended position and an inoperative collapsed position. A variable position engagement arrangement is interposed between the hubs and the first frame, for selectively fixing the axial position of the first frame relative to the hubs.

Abstract: The headache rack for pickup trucks that supports and secures loads being transported while protecting the rear window from damage and the passengers seated in the cab from harm. The headache rack is adjustable in height in order to accommodate pickup trucks having varying cab heights. Further, the headache rack is provided with internal wiring pathways to safely run wiring from any lights mounted on the uppermost surface of the rack to the pickup truck's electrical system.

Abstract: A support assembly, which is mounted on a vehicle for carrying bicycles thereon, comprises a first frame member, a second frame member, two retractable tube sets, four front wheel seats and four rear wheel seats. The retractable tube sets pivot their ends on said first frame member and said second frame member respectively such that angles between said first frame member, said second frame member and said retractable tube sets and a distance between said first frame member and said second frame member can be adjusted to make the support assembly of the present invention can be mounted on any type of vehicle. The front wheel seats and the rear wheel seats are provided at the first frame member and said second frame member respectively to put and secure the bicycles' wheels thereon. The front wheel seats are rotatable so that the front wheels of the bicycles secured on the front wheel seats can be turned to shorten the lengths of the bicycles.

Abstract: An improved spreader assembly adapted to be mounted on a vehicle having a tailgate and a bumper. The improved spreader assembly includes a hopper and a retaining arrangement. The hopper has an upper section and a bottom section. The bottom section has a base surface adapted to at least partially rest on a top surface of the bumper. The retaining arrangement includes a band that fits at least about a portion of a front face of the upper section of the hopper. One end of the band is adapted to connect to the vehicle to maintain at least a portion of a back face of the upper section at least closely adjacent to the tailgate of the vehicle.

Abstract: A spreader assembly is adapted to be mounted on a vehicle having a tailgate and a bumper. The spreader includes a hopper having an upper section and a bottom section, the bottom section having a lower material discharge chamber terminating in a lower discharge opening; a broadcast spreader positioned beneath said discharge opening; and a spill plate to at least partially regulate the flow of particulate material through the discharge opening.

Abstract: A spoiler assembly that is adapted to be connected to the hitch of a vehicle. The spoiler assembly includes a coupling member adapted to be coupled with the vehicle's hitch, an intermediate portion extending upwardly from the coupling portion, a spoiler portion having opposite ends that is connected to the intermediate portion, and at least two stabilization members. The intermediate portion has first and second sections that are in a telescoping relationship to provide adjustability in a vertical direction. The spoiler portion includes a cross bar affixed to the second portion of the intermediate portion, a spoiler, and a plurality of adjustment members that are affixed to the spoiler. The adjustment members each have an opening defined therethrough that collectively receive the cross bar. The adjustment members also each include at least one threaded fastener that can be tightened and loosened to allow the spoiler to be movable relative to the cross bar.

Abstract: A multi-configuration, multi-purpose rack system which has at least 20 separate and useful configurations for carrying a very wide variety of objects on a vehicle. The rack system is economical to manufacture, easy to use, and may be disassembled into its component parts, stored in it's own folding platform and conveniently carried in the cargo area of a vehicle.

Abstract: A portable, easily installed and uninstalled, support scaffold to carry oversize cargo in vehicle storage compartments. The device can be temporarily secured within the storage compartment, or if desired, the adjustable support frame can be permanently installed. The size of the support frame is adjustable in all three dimensions and includes an adjustable arm that is located on the rear end of the frame device. The arm extends outwardly from the frame to outside the compartment. There is an extension from the arm that can be adjusted to rest on the bumper or trailer hitch to provide extra support for the cargo that sits on the arm. If the cargo is so long that the center of mass is outside the compartment, the arm can be extended further outside the vehicle to prevent an additional moment from being placed on the contact between the cargo and the arm.

Abstract: A device that can be put between the wheel wells in the bed of any pickup truck. The device features a plurality of adjustable tubular molded pieces in the shape of a rectangle to allow pickup truck owners to carry cargo within the bed. Additionally, incorporated with the device is an attachment having a cuff at each end and being adjustable in length.

Abstract: A bed extender apparatus for use with a truck bed of a vehicle such as a pickup truck. The bed extender includes a center wall having a pair of uprights at opposite ends thereof. A pair of end walls are pivotably coupled to the uprights and can be folded down over the center wall when the bed extender is not in use, or attached to sidewalls of the truck bed to place the bed extender in a bed extending configuration. The center wall is secured to an inside surface of a tailgate of the vehicle by a pair of mounting assemblies. The mounting assemblies allow the bed extender to be quickly slidably detached from the truck bed when not needed. The bed extender can also be installed within the truck bed to provide an article restraining function.

Abstract: The present invention is concerned with a vehicle-mounted load carrier (1) of the type which is fastened across a door, hatch (2) or the like, preferably at the rear of the vehicle (3). The load carrier comprises a load-bearing frame (4-6) and at least two gripping means (18, 19, 21, 22) disposed on the frame and intended to grip two substantially mutually opposite edges, preferably the top and the bottom edge of the door, and means (25, 26) for tensioning the gripping means across the door by the positive relative displacement thereof towards each other.

Abstract: An all terrain vehicle (ATV) mounting bracket assembly that is adapted to mount to the rear deck of an ATV and to hold a scabbard or gun case outwardly of either side or the rear of the vehicle and in position to allow a tong gun to be easily inserted into or withdrawn from such scabbard or gun case includes a universal mounting plate to be secured to an ATV deck, a support plate extending upwardly from the universal mounting plate and outwardly from the vehicle and a holding plate carried by the support plate and capable of being tipped to insure proper angular mounting of a scabbard or gun case fixed to the holding plate.

Abstract: A bicycle carrier adapted to be mounted on the rear of a vehicle. The carrier comprises first and second mounting members and a pair of horizontally spaced bicycle supporting arms connected to the mounting members. The mounting members are pivotably connected for relative rotation about a horizontal pivot axis between a plurality of adjusted positions. The carrier includes indicia corresponding to each of the adjusted positions ofthe mounting members, so that a user can quickly return the carrier to the same adjusted position. The supporting arms carry cradles formed of an elastic material for receiving a bicycle. Each cradle includes a curved supporting surface for receiving a bar of the bicycle frame, and an integral strap which can be extended over the bar to retain the bar within the cradle. An anti-sway bar hangs downwardly from at least one of the supporting arms for resisting swinging movement of a bicycle.

Abstract: An improved bicycle carrier is provided for mounting to the rear end of an automobile to receive and support one or more bicycles. The bicycle carrier has a frame formed from a unitary convolutely-shaped metal bar that defines a pair of bicycle support members on one end and a vehicle engaging member at the other end. The frame is shaped such that the vehicle engaging member can be positioned to engage and rest against the rear end of an automobile with the support members projecting rearwardly for receiving one or more bicycles. A stabilizer is secured to the frame and extends away from the support members for resting on the trunk of a car to stabilize the carrier. The stabilizer is selectively movable in the vertical direction and can be locked in place to insure that the support members extend at a predetermined attitude relative to horizontal. A leveling indicator is provided on the frame for indicating an optimum attitude of the support arms during adjustment of the stabilizer.

Abstract: A cargo carrier assembly for releasably securing cargo to a pickup truck is provided. The pickup truck has a bed and a pair of side rails extending above the bed with each rail having an inside surface and an outside surface. The cargo carrier assembly comprises a center bar member having a first end and a second end, a first bar member slidably receiving the first end of the center bar member, and a second bar member slidably receiving the second end of the center bar member. An attaching mechanism for releasably securing the first bar member to a first side rail of the pickup truck and for releasably securing the second bar member to a second side rail of the pickup truck. A cargo receiving mechanism is releasably securable to the first bar member for receiving predetermined cargo.

Abstract: A bicycle carrier has a frame mountable to a vehicle and defining a pair of spaced apart support arms for supporting one or more bicycles. The support arms are provided with positioning guides, which may take the form of spaced circumferential ridges and troughs extending along the support arms. The ridges and troughs may be formed by a ribbed sleeve mounted on the support arms. At least one cradle is mounted on each support arm for receiving and releasable holding a selected tube or tubes of a bicycle frame. Each cradle has an opening through which the support arm extends and a tab projects partially into the opening. The tabs are configured to be received and to ride within selected ones of the troughs of the support arms for rotatably positioning the cradles at desired positions along their support arms. A channel extends along the support arms interrupting the ridges.

Abstract: The present invention is concerned with a vehicle-mounted load carrier (1) of the type which is fastened across a door, hatch (2) or the like, preferably at the rear of the vehicle (3). The load carrier comprises a load-bearing frame (4-6) and at least two gripping means (18, 19, 21, 22) disposed on the frame and intended to grip two substantially mutually opposite edges, preferably the top and the bottom edge of the door, and means (25, 26) for tensioning the gripping means across the door by the positive relative displacement thereof towards each other.

Abstract: A bicycle carrying frame includes a first part having a first bar and a neck link extending transversely and inclinedly from the mediated portion of the bar which is connected to the trunk lid by strips. A second part has a second bar and a connecting link intersectionally connected to the second bar. The first end of the connecting link is connected to the neck link and the second bar contacts against the rear bumper of the vehicle. A third part is connected to the second end of the connecting link and has two rings connected to two ends thereof so that the bicycle wheels are respectively supported by the two rings.

Abstract: A bike rack cargo carrier for mounting to a vehicle hitch allowing bicycles to be transported outside the vehicle. The bike carrier includes a drawbar adapted to be received within the vehicle hitch and a cargo platform adjustably attached to the drawbar to facilitate fore and aft adjustment of the platform relative to the rear of the vehicle. The drawbar is provided with a vertical offset to position the platform further from the ground. A support stanchion is removably secured to the carrier platform to transport a plurality of bicycles in a vertical position. The stanchion is adjustably mounted to the platform to accommodate different numbers of bikes.

Abstract: A cargo carrier platform for mounting to a vehicle hitch allowing cargo to be transported outside the vehicle. The cargo carrier includes a drawbar adapted to be received within the vehicle hitch and a cargo platform adjustably attached to the drawbar to facilitate fore and aft adjustment of the platform relative to the rear of the vehicle. The drawbar is provided with a vertical offset to position the platform further from the ground. Markers are mounted on the outer rear corners of the platform to provide the user with a continuous visual indication of the extent of the cargo carrier.

Abstract: The carrier described herein employs opposing hook members projecting from a base to clamp the spare tire (mounted on the rear of a vehicle) therebetween. The extension of one of these hooks is adjustable, to accommodate different sized tires, and a locking mechanism is employed to facilitate secure attachment. Apparatus for supporting and stabilizing the bicycle protrudes rearwardly from the hook and base members.

Abstract: A adjustable bed extender which is attachable to the receiver orifice of a standard receiver hitch is disclosed. The device provides support for loads which extend beyond the bed of a truck or any vehicle having a bed. The device includes a drawbar which fits into the receiver orifice of the hitch already permanently to the vehicle, a support assembly which supports the load, and an adjustable connection between the support assembly and drawbar for adjusting the height of the support assembly for different vehicle models and tailgate configuration.