Abstract: A window assembly for mounting in a recessed window opening, especially as the rear window in the passenger compartment of a pickup truck or other motor vehicle, has slidable and fixed positioned panes, preferably right-side and left-side fixed positioned panes with a slidably mounted center pane between them. A mounting frame including a molded plastic, single-sided frame member supports the fixed positioned pane(s) by adhesive surface bonding to a perimeter portion of the interior surface of the panes. The peripheral edge and the exterior surface of the fixed position pane(s) are free of adhesive bonding to the single-sided frame member. The mounting frame also provides an exterior show surface substantially flush with the exterior surface of the fixed position pane(s). The window assembly presents, therefore, an overall flush surface appearance with exposed peripheral edge surfaces of the fixed positioned pane(s).

Abstract: An improved window assembly 36 is provided, in which an adjustable mounting strip assembly 40, formed as a molded, interlocking fastener having first and second planar strips 42, 46, is adhesively secured to a windshield 14 and a portion of the vehicle body 12 to permit relative movement between the window 14 and the body 12 during curing of an adhesive 48. A method of using the mounting strip assembly 40 is disclosed in which light beam sources 16, 18 provide data to a processor 20 through which position of the windshield 14 with respect to the body is sensed so that the relative movement permitted by the mounting strip 40 can be effected.

Abstract: A motor vehicle glazing (1) prepared for installation according to the adhesive process is provided with a profiled spacer (8) produced by extrusion of an extrudable polymer directly onto glazing (1) and subsequent setting. During installation of glazing (1) in the window opening of the motor vehicle body, profiled spacer (8) acts as an intermediate member between glazing (1) and assembly adhesive extrudate (13). Profiled spacer (8) is provided along its outer periphery with a lip portion (10) projecting beyond peripheral area (3) of glazing (1). In the installed position of glazing (1), lip portion (10) rests against the window frame flange (4) running parallel to peripheral area (3) of glazing (1) and acts, upon insertion of the glazing during the setting process of assembly adhesive (13), as a support and centering element for glazing (1).

Abstract: A method of installing an auto windshield molding in place about the peripheral edge of the windshield in a trapezoidal windshield opening, during which the converging sides of the windshield opening, which provide the trapezoidal shape, also provide a camming-type function by compressing the molding length portions contacting these sides, the compression more particularly effectuating a shape change in the molding which enhances the firmness of its gripping engagement to the windshield peripheral edge.

Abstract: A two-stage method of affixing an elastomeric molding about the peripheral edge of an auto windshield, the first stage being non-adhesively by engaging the two top corners of the windshield in notches provided for this purpose in the depending leg of the molding, and the second stage being adhesively using previously deposited urethane in the gap between the windshield with molding and the slightly oversized auto windshield opening, wherein the first stage affixation enables the molding to protect the windshield edge from chipping or like damage, and the second stage affixation bonds the windshield permanently in place.

Abstract: A fixed glass mounting assembly for automotive vehicles is provided in which a combination stop and spacer is provided in a mounting block that is carried on a flange of the vehicle body surrounding a window aperture. The mounting block is fabricated as a compression molded part made from a polypropylene fiber material to present a soft, smooth surface at its interface with adjacent window parts.

Abstract: A molding for the peripheral edge of an auto windshield extruded with a configurated leg to serve as a convenient hand grip by which, once gripped and urged through a pivotal traverse, opens up a compartment into which the peripheral windshield edge is readily projected to achieve the preliminary preaffixing thereof to the windshield preparatory to permanent affixation using an adhesive during installation in the auto windshield opening.

Abstract: A vehicle panel assembly includes a window panel having at least one surface, at least one attachment member having a flange attached to the panel surface, an adhesive placed between the flange and the panel surface, and a sealing member molded onto the panel surface of the window panel and encapsulating the flange of the attachment member at a temperature sufficient to at least partially cure the adhesive and bond the attachement to the window panel.

Abstract: A rear-window pane of solid glass is insertable in the folding top cover of a convertible. The solid glass pane is provided with a plastic connecting element which is applied on the edge region of the solid glass pane and can be connected with the cover of the folding top by high frequency welding. With this arrangement, an additional reinforcing is no longer required and, accordingly, the advantages of a plastic window pane are combined with the longevity and stability of the glass material.

Abstract: A multi-part, detachable and preassembled panel assembly is provided for use in combination with a vehicle, comprising a first panel having a peripheral edge and adapted to close an opening in the vehicle. A second panel is provided which is adapted to be adjacent the first panel and overlie at least a portion of the vehicle. The first and second panels are detachably coupled to one another by an attachment member molded directly on at least a portion of the peripheral edge of the first panel and including a securing flange for detachably receiving a securing post extending from the second panel. The second panel is also secured directly to the portion of the vehicle the panel covers by a fastener distant from a securing flange.

Abstract: A windshield molding for vehicles and the production method thereof consisting of common sections which are molded using a more rigid material to provide the rigidity required to maintain the position and shape of the molding during and after installation, and of bending sections being installed in bent shapes which are molded by use of a more flexible material to provide the required flexibility for bending molding easily, thus providing satisfactory bending ease and transportation ease while maintaining sufficient rigidity as required for stable installation.

Abstract: A retention system for an automotive window assembly includes a window insertable onto a recessed generally L-shaped peripheral flange of a flanged window aperture formed in an automotive vehicle body, with the window being adhesively secured to the peripheral flange. The window assembly also has an interior window trim member for covering the interior side of the flange and an edge of the window and an exterior window trim for covering the exterior of the flanged window aperture and an edge of the window. The system further includes a hook and loop type fabric fasteners for securing the window to the flange, for securing the interior trim to the interior side of the flange and for securing the exterior trim member to the window and the exterior body panel.

Abstract: In a glass lid (1) for a vehicle roof opening, the glass pane (2) is provided in its edge zone all around with a cast-on or foamed-on plastics border (3). At least at the longer sides of the glass pane (2), curved correspondingly to the roof curvature, stiffening profiles (4, 5) of steel, supporting the glass pane from below, are embedded into the border (3). The stiffening profiles (4, 5) have, before embedding, a curvature different from that of the glass pane and, in the completed lid (1), are elastically bent corresponding to the curvature of the glass pane so that they are embedded with prestress in the border (3), in order to counteract uplift forces acting upon the lid (1) while the vehicle is travelling, in the sense of maintaining the shape of the lid (1).

Abstract: A molding construction is provided for concealing or finishing the space between the window and the body panel of a motor vehicle. The molding construction includes a mounting strip having a portion extending around and spaced laterally outwardly from the window edge and secured to the window edge by adhesive. A reveal which can be produced by various manufacturing processes and shaped in various configurations is dimensioned to meet the design criteria of the application and to aesthetically cover the space between the window edge and the body panel. The reveal includes a thermally stable tongue which is detachably lockingly received within a recess formed on the mounting strip. A resilient bumper or bulb is secured to and extends laterally outwardly from the mounting strip. This bumper engages a side flange of the body panel and cushions the mounting strip with its attached window against lateral movement. This design virtually eliminates all sources of stress on the glass.

Abstract: A weatherstrip is provided for an automobile adapted to be mounted on a center pillar thereof. The weatherstrip includes front and rear hollow seal portions having a mounting base and front and rear sealing walls, respectively. A partition wall is provided having an inverted V-shaped section such that its apex projects in an outer direction. The partition has opposite ends connected to the mounting base and is formed in a space of each of the hollow sealing portions. The sealing walls are supported by the apexes of the partition walls when the partition walls are depressed by a closing door glass.

Abstract: The molding member provides a substantially vertical wall along either side of the windshield, and a flush surface along the top side of the windshield so that rainwater on the surface of the windshield is prevented from flowing sideways along the side windows of the vehicle, and guided to the roof of the vehicle body. The transition from the middle portion of the molding member to the end portions is so gradual and smooth that it is highly pleasing to the eye, and would not create any undesirable aerodynamic disturbances. In particular, because the vertical walls on either side are defined as a smooth extension of the convex exterior surface of the head portion of the molding member, they can prevent accumulation of snow which otherwise may be produced along the side edges of the windshield as a result of operating a windshield wiper during snowfall but still effectively prevent the flow of rainwater to the side windows of the vehicle during rainfall.

Abstract: A glass mounting arrangement for mounting a window glass in a window frame comprises a channel-shaped flexible strip which has apertures at intervals therealong. Each aperture sealingly receives an arm of a respective mounting clip. Each mounting clip has a U-shaped portion which seats in a recess in the channel of the strip. The strip with the clips mounted therein is placed on and along the peripheral edge of the window glass before the latter is offered up to the window frame. As the window glass is moved bodily towards the window frame, the arms contact the window frame and correctly position the window glass with respect to the window frame. The arms of the clips elastically deform to allow locking shoulders to pass over the edge of the frame, the arms thereafter resiling to secure the window glass in position. Lips provide additional sealing. The mounting arrangement is particularly suitable for use with a robot.

Abstract: A multi-part, detachable and preassembled panel assembly is provided for use in combination with a vehicle, comprising a first panel having a peripheral edge and adapted to close an opening in the vehicle. A second panel is provided which is adapted to be adjacent the first panel and overlie at least a portion of the vehicle. The first and second panels are detachably coupled to one another by an attachment member molded directly on at least a portion of the peripheral edge of the first panel and including a portion for detachably receiving a securing post extending from the second panel. The second panel is also secured directly to the portion of the vehicle the panel covers by a coupler distant from the attachment member.

Abstract: A windshield molding for vehicles and the production method thereof consisting of interconnected sections which are molded using a more rigid material to provide the rigidity required to maintain the position and shape of the molding during and after installation, and of bending sections installed in bent shapes which are molded by use of a more flexible material to provide the required flexibility for bending molding easily, thus providing satisfactory ease of bending and ease of transportation while maintaining sufficient rigidity as required for stable installation.

Abstract: A folding hood for motor vehicles has a dimensionally stable rear window, especially made of mineral glass, which, when the hood is closed, is connected along its lower edge side via a rigidly tensioned tensioning means to a material-retaining hoop forming the lower termination of the hood. When the hood is folded down, the rear window can be folded downwards into a storage position about an axis extending approximately parallel to the lower edge side of the rear window. In order to prevent drumming noises produced during driving operation by flapping movements of the rear window, a support device is arranged on the material retaining hoop, by which the rear window is supported, close to its lower edge side, transversely to the direction of tension of the tensioning means on the material-retaining hoop, while the folding hood remains closed.

Abstract: A holding device for vertically positioning a window pane in the window frame of a motor vehicle, including a retaining part adapted to be secured in a transverse part of the frame, a supporting part moveable with respect to the retaining part and adapted to engage with an edge of the window pane, and a spring acting between the supporting part and the retaining part for urging the supporting part in the direction of the plane of the window pane towards the edge. The retaining part has a pawl pivotally connected to it for movement between a holding position where it engages the supporting part and holds it and the spring in an initial tensioned position and a release position where it is located in a recess in the retaining part and allows the spring to urge the supporting part against the edge of the window pane. The pawl is resiliently biased toward the holding position and located so that it will be pushed into the release position by the window pane as it is being inserted into the window frame.

Abstract: A support of a water dissolvable material is provided for the installation of windshields and other stationary safety glass in automotive vehicles. The support guides and mechanically holds the glass in position until adhesive previously applied to the periphery of the glass cures and permanently secures the glass in position in a window opening in the vehicle body. Subsequently, a solvent such as water naturally occurring or intentionally applied to the support causes it to dissolve and disappear so that it does not aid in creating vibration and resultant noise in the stationary glass during vehicle operation.

Abstract: A window clip for attaching window panes to aircraft supporting structures comprises a clip body which has an outwardly bent flange at the bottom which applies pressure to the inner pane of an aircraft window and an inwardly bent u-shaped platform at the top. A hole is located in the platform portion for receiving a fastener to attach the clip to an underlying support. A spacer is optionally located on the fastener.

Abstract: A motor vehicle body assembled from a plurality of metal frame profiles held together by node connector elements. Each metal frame profile includes an extruded metal portion and a pre-shaped sheet metal portion attached thereto to form a portion of the outer skin of the completed motor vehicle body. Each pre-shaped sheet metal portion is secured to the extruded metal portion so that it overlaps a part of the outer contour of the extruded metal portion to define an enclosed hollow space. This provides a box-type construction which increases strength and rigidity of the combined frame profile.

Abstract: The invention relates to a folding top for motor vehicles with a dimensionally stable rear window which, when the top is opened, can be folded down from an upright, position of use into a flat position of non-use. The top cover encloses the rear window and is connected along the lower edge side of the rear window and laterally thereto to a material retaining section arranged at the lower termination of the top. The rear window exhibits an axis of articulation extending approximately parallel to the lower edge side of the rear window which is displaced rearwards relative to the material retaining section during movement of the rear window toward a position of non-use. The axis of articulation is arranged to be displaceable to ensure the displaceability of the rear window.

Abstract: A cargo box (10) for insertion into the rear window (12) of the cab (16) of a pickup truck (14) or the like is disclosed including an annular, flat, mounting plate (34). The outer periphery (36) of the mounting plate (34) is sized and shaped for insertion between the pair of generally straight sides (26, 28) of the U-shaped well (24) of the seal (22) for the rear window (12), with the mounting plate (34) and cargo box (10) being supported as an integral part of the cab (16) by the seal (22). A tubular neck (40) integrally extends between the inner periphery (38) of the mounting plate (34) and the inner periphery of the front end (50) of a storage enclosure (42). The cargo box (10) can be resiliently supported by a support (72) including a rigid bar (74) extending between and supported by the side rails (32) of the truck box (18). A spool-shaped, elastomeric bushing (86) is secured to the rigid bar (74) and abuts with the bottom (46) of the storage enclosure (42).

Abstract: A window assembly for a vehicle for use in combination with at least one wiper assembly is disclosed. The wiper assembly has an arm coupled at one end to a propelling means and at an opposite end to a wiper blade assembly. The wiper assembly is adapted to traverse the window assembly between a first and second position. The window assembly includes a window panel, a gasket encapsulating at least a portion of the window panel for mounting and sealing the window panel in the vehicle, and an arresting structure extending from an upper surface of the gasket to engage the wiper assembly when in the first position.

Abstract: An opaque or transparent panel assembly for a vehicle having a weather and noise seal for an opening in the vehicle. The assembly includes a first panel having a peripheral edge wherein at least portions of the peripheral edge are encased or captured by a molded PVC or reaction injection molded (RIM) urethane gasket. A portion of the gasket is located so as to lie adjacent the opening to receive the seal. A seal carrier is provided and captured within the portion of the gasket adjacent the opening so that a first portion of the carrier is secured within the gasket. A second portion of the carrier includes a flange which extends into the opening by a predetermined distance. A seal is disposed along the flange which is adapted to engage the panel closing the vehicle opening to form the secondary seal. The seal may be a bulb or bubble seal mounted on the flange. Alternatively, the panel closing the vehicle opening may be a door or window. The first panel may be a windscreen, rear light or side window.

Abstract: A vehicle window with a glass plate (1) bonded to the mounting flange (8) of the window frame is characterized in that to the glass plate (1) is connected a frame-like profile strand (4) made from a polymer, which cooperates with the edge (7) of the mounting flange (8). The part of the frame-like profile strand (4) cooperating with the edge (7) of the mounting flange (8) is arranged on the surface of the glass plate (i) directed towards the outside of the vehicle and the glass plate (1) is bonded to the mounting flange (8) on its side directed towards the interior of the vehicle.

Abstract: A body for an automotive vehicle is structured by a roof having roof openings, each extending over an entire length continuously to a side opening disposed at the side of the body. A lower portion of the side opening is closed or opened with a side door with no sash mounted thereto. On the other hand, the upper portion of the side opening and the roof opening are closed or opened with a window panel supported with the roof so as to pivot downwards and upwards.

Abstract: A window frame assembly for use in a vehicle body panel. The assembly has a frame portion with an inner and an outer periphery. Two channels are provided in the inner periphery of the frame to support one or more sliding window panes and at least one fixed window pane. A channel is also provided in the outer periphery of the frame. The sliding window pane is adapted to close the central portion of the frame and is slidable to a position substantially adjacent one of the fixed window panes. A sealing member is received in the channel supporting the fixed window panes to provide a sealing interface with the sliding window pane, at least when it is closed. An elastomeric cover is supported from the channel in the outer periphery as well as that channel in the inner periphery of the frame in which the fixed window panes and the sealing member are received.

Abstract: A combination of an adhesive-supporting clip and an aluminum or PVC sash with a drop-in light opening for a glass pane. The adhesive-supporting clip serves as the connection between the glass pane mounted in the sash and the sash itself. This is achieved by mounting the clip to the glazing leg of the sash through a mechanical connection on the clip and then dropping the perimeter of the glass pane onto an adhesive applied to an exposed surface of the clip. This permits a glazer to rapidly remove and replace a broken glass pane by simply disengaging the clip and reinstalling either the cleaned old clip or a new glass pane or mounting a new pane directly on the glazing leg.

Abstract: A profiled seal for a lowerable vehicle window pane. The seal includes a holding flank which is engaged by a fastening clamp. An upper sealing lip, which self biases to press outward against the window pane, and a lower sealing lip are attached to the holding flank. A cover lip is attached to the upper end of the upper sealing lip. The free end of the cover lip extends from the upper sealing lip to above the holding flank and passes into a groove which is formed between the top of the holding flank and a separate inner cover strip which extends above and is spaced above the holding flank. A pull band extends between the upper end of the upper sealing lip and the upper end of the holding flank and is developed integrally with the profiled seal. In its stretched condition, the pull band is directed at an acute angle to the cover lip. The pull band prevents the free end of the cover lip from slipping out of the groove when the window pane is lowered completely below the upper sealing lip.

Abstract: To overcome compensation problems of longitudinal tolerances of the window panes of a motor vehicle side window which is subdivided by a window web if double glass panes are provided and a sealing lip which engages over the outer surface of the window panes is not desired or not possible, it is provided for the sealing and holding profile of the window web facing the fixed window pane to be slidably arranged in a recess thereof and to be constructed as a profile part guided on a guide face provided in the recess. The profile can be mounted in the desired position by a screw.

Abstract: The invention relates to an emergency exit window for vehicles such as school buses. Spring biased latches are carried by the upper part of a window pane. The spring biased latches have bolts which engage stops at various locations on opposite sides of the window frame surrounding the window. The latches may be normally operated individually by hand to riase and lower the window between a ventilating position (including half-open and other partially open positions), and a fully closed position. The window is equipped with an emergency handle which may be used to pull the latches towards each other, and thereby enable the window to assume a fully open position. In the fully open position, inversion stops prevent the window from inadvertently closing in the event that the vehicle is overturned. The latches are housed in a latch cover which has latch openings. The latch openings are sized so that they prevent manual use of the latches to cause the window to be fully opened.

Abstract: A vehicle rear window reveal molding provided with a rearwardly facing groove serving as a repository for reflective material in which the overhang of an upper leg of the groove shelters the reflective material against ultraviolet deterioration but allows clear visibility thereof in its activated state when it emits light in response to ground level light of headlights from approaching vehicles impinging on the reflective material.

Abstract: The invention provides a method of attaching a wraparound glass screen to vehicle bodywork to avoid wiping of adhesive from mating faces during assembly. The method includes the steps of providing the screen with a surround having an adhesive-receiving face thereon and forming on a portion of the bodywork arranged to support the screen a face to mate with the adhesive receiving face such that the faces when mated lie at an included angle not less than 45.degree. to a direction of assembly of screen to bodywork, applying adhesive to at least one of the said faces and offering up the screen to the bodywork in said direction of assembly to bond the screen to the bodywork. The invention also provides a screen for use in the above method.

Abstract: Glazing panels which are mounted in the vehicle flush with the exterior skin. The glazing may be stationary or movable by manual or power operated assists and includes a mounting molding having a peripheral lip which extends to the vehicle skin.

Abstract: A two-piece adjustable support for supporting the edge of a windshield panel on a vehicle body includes a molded plastic base member and molded plastic rotary cam member. The base member and the rotary cam member have integrally molded mating cylindrical elements with a snap-fitting retention mechanism to rotatably mount the rotary cam member on the base member. The base member has an integrally molded fastener which inserts through an aperture in the vehicle body panel to immovably mount the base member on the vehicle body. The rotary cam member has a cam surface on the periphery thereof for engaging and supporting the lower edge of the windshield panel. A detent integrally molded with the members includes a plurality of teeth molded on the rotary cam member and engaged by at least one tooth carried by a flexible spring arm integrally molded with the base member.

Abstract: A porthole van window to increase available daylight in which the window is initially adhesively attached to a first molding seated in the circular window opening and has a second molding attached to its peripheral edge, beneath which a curable sealant is deposited for firmly bonding the window to the side panel of the van.

Abstract: A window molding for an automobile, adapted to be mounted in a space defined between the outer periphery of a rear window glass and the inner periphery of a rear window opening of a body of the automobile, so as to trim and seal said space. The body of the window molding is formed with a planar cover portion projecting from the portion of the molding body that is to be mounted on a lower portion of the rear window glass so as to elastically abut against a lower panel forming the rear opening, whereby the rear window glass can be trimmed and sealed by the window molding.

Abstract: A rotatable fastener for attaching trim strips to vehicle window assemblies and other vehicular trim supports includes a pair of trim engaging flanges at one end of a central shaft and a retaining head at the other end. The flanges are beveled to engage the edges of a trim strip slot upon one-quarter turn rotation after insertion through an aperture in the window assembly or trim support. The retaining head includes recesses for engaging projections on the window assembly or trim support after rotation to resist removal. The flanges are preferably offset and the aperture shaped to receive the offset flanges and central shaft to resist fastener movement in the aperture and slot. Alternately, the fastener may include a planar head while the flanges may each include a flexible portion and slot for reducing the width of the flanges upon insertion.

Abstract: An assembly of a motor vehicle having a roof, a door, and a window pane includes a box-like frame of the door, and a window guide profile section to be retained on the door frame. The door frame has a top with a longitudinally extending gap formed therein. The window guide profile section has a sealing lip, an inner surface with a rib-like projection thereon, and a U-shaped cross section. The window guide profile section is slipped onto the door frame with the sealing lip protruding laterally toward the window pane and laterally toward the roof, and the projection snapping into the gap.

Abstract: A window molding comprises of a molding element and a pair of leg elements for defining grooves of varying height for preventing water such as rain on a windshield from flowing over the molding to the side of a vehicle body. The molding element is uniform in cross section and a single piece. The leg elements gradually increasing in height toward predetermined longitudinal ends and are indepenedent from the molding element and mechanically fastened to same.

Abstract: A panel assembly for vehicles forming encapsulated window assembly having improved weather sealing and appearance and reduced wind noise. The assembly includes an elongated, rigid, channel support, a panel-like sheet, and a molded gasket of resinous material such as polyvinylcholoride or reaction injection molded polyurethane extending around the peripheral sheet edge and the outer surface of the channel support to join the sheet and support member into a panel unit. Preferably, the gasket includes at least one recessed pocket receiving a fastener clip to tightly hold the assembly in a vehicle body. The assembly may also include one or more locator members for positioning the assembly with respect to other parts of the vehicle.

Abstract: A backhoe loader includes a tractor-type vehicle with an operator station enclosed in a cab. Access to the cab is provided through a pair of front doors that are respectively disposed on opposite sides of the tractor hood, the upper portion of the doors also forming the front windshield of the cab. The major portion of the doors is formed by curved window glass, and each door includes a rigid metal frame that substantially conforms to the door opening. The door is made by placing the metal frame in a mold and encapsulating the frame in a polyurethane material that is molded around the metal frame by a reaction injection molding process. The door hinges and the latching mechanism are attached to the metal frame, while the molded polyurethane supports the window glass.

Abstract: A rear body structure for an automotive vehicle has a rear pillar with a rear pillar inner panel and a rear pillar reinforcement. The rear pillar reinforcement forms a closed cross section with the pillar inner panel. The rear body structure also has a rear window lower frame which has a closed cross section and which extends transversely to support a lower end portion of a rear window and a rear shelf member which has an open cross section and which has a horizontal plate portion forming a shelf. The rear pillar reinforcement is connected to the rear window lower frame at the rear end thereof and is connected to the rear shelf member at the front end thereof.

Abstract: A convertible top linkage assembly incorporating a retractable rear quarter window which is coupled to the linkage assembly by an attachment and a pivot that allow the window to simultaneously pivot and to displace laterally. A displacing mechanism is used to laterally position the window and set it against a corresponding seal as the convertible top linkage assembly is raised and lowered.

Abstract: Mounting of a window glass plate on a vehicle body panel, wherein the window glass plate is bonded at a peripheral portion thereof to an opening portion of the vehicle body panel. A holding strip member is fitted with an upper edge portion and opposite side edge portions of the window glass plate. A leg portion of a molding is inserted and retained in a groove of the holding strip member. The leg portion has a pawl adapted to engage a projection formed in the groove of the holding strip member. A garnish portion extends from a top of the leg portion of the window glass plate side.

Abstract: A manually foldable top for automobile vehicles is disclosed which includes a pivot bracket for installing the top on a vehicle body and further includes a spring assembly operatively attached to a side arm assembly for movement of the foldable top from a closed position to an open position; an arcuate slotted hinge mechanism for moving a back window on the foldable top between an open and a closed position, including a seal for forming a sealed window when the window is in the closed position; a linkage and securing assembly for securing the top to the vehicle body when the top is in the closed position; and, a camming bolt for adjusting the position of the foldable top with respect to the vehicle body.