Abstract: A tool and material restraining platform for pickup trucks, which utilizes steel extruded into convoluted channels as the bed of the platform. Self-locking hardware devices are inserted therein, to provide a secure base from where chain link is placed under tension to restrain tools and materials of simple or complex and difficult shapes. This results in more reliable restraining methods than strapping, stretch cords, and ropes and the like. Furthermore, the hardware devices, adapt easy to use add-on and take-off options such as a rigid conduit container. In addition, the sides of the platform are made of aluminum for displaying unique patterns, logos, and custom designs, to achieve an enhanced appearance for the truck, as custom wheels do. Also in addition, for models equipped for use with truck bed caps, tool and material cradles are installed in the interior of the cap, to the mounting bolts of the platform, to utilize normally wasted space directly adjacent to the ceiling of the cargo cap.

Abstract: A portable work bench includes a track having an elongate tubular body having a thin wall which defines substantially the entire outer perimeter of the tubular body. The thin wall has a bottom wall and a top wall opposite the bottom wall, and at least one rail member attached to the tubular body and extendable along the length of the body. The work bench further includes legs for supporting the track in an elevated position above a surface. A sliding lock assembly is releasably attachable to the rail member. The sliding lock assembly has a sliding lock member slidably mounted on the rail member of the track and movable along the length of the rail member. Thumb turn members are provided for locking the sliding lock member at a desired position along the length of the rail member.

Abstract: A modular rail system supports accessories on a pickup truck bed. The system comprises first and second rail assemblies overlying the top surfaces of the first and second truck bed side walls for releasably connecting with the side walls. A flexible cover overlies the bed for covering and providing protection for the bed. A locking mechanism is likewise provided and is associated with the cover and the rail assemblies for lockingly attaching the cover to the rail assemblies and securing the cover in place over the truck bed. The first and second rail assemblies include first and second elongate members having at least one outboard elongated channel and at least two inboard elongated channels for receiving a mating portion of an accessory or an attachment for an accessory.

Abstract: A removable rack system provides the ability to carry elongated loads and is easily and simply installed and removed without the use of special tools or other equipment. The rack system includes a rear rack having a hitch tongue which is releasably connected to a conventional hitch receiver of the truck. A center post extends upward from the hitch tongue and supports a cross member at its upper end. The cross member may be of such a height that it can be used in conjunction with a removable front rack located near the cab of the truck. The front rack can support elongated loads that extend above the cab of the truck.

Abstract: A vehicle carrier and ramp assembly includes two, spaced-apart platforms maintained at an elevated position above the top edges of the side walls of a pickup truck body so as to preserve significant cargo space upon the truck bed. The platforms are supported at each of their respective ends by braces carried by the pickup truck side walls. Two elongated and collapsible ramps may be selectively engaged with the rear end of the platforms for loading and unloading a small land vehicle such as an ATV. A hinge, joining the ramp segments or spans together, has a stop feature for maintaining the spans at an obtuse angle relative to one another while extended during loading and unloading operations. When the pickup truck is moved from place to place, the ramps may be folded and secured above the side walls of the truck and above the elevated platforms, offering a peripheral and protective barrier to an ATV or other carried vehicle.

Abstract: A elongated article carrier is provided for releasably affixing on the bed of a pickup truck. The elongated article carrier includes a longitudinal member supported by vertical posts and two parallel transverse bars allow two or more canoes to be securely and releasably attached during transportation. The elongated article carrier is lightweight and can be lifted and installed by a single adult.

Abstract: The present invention is a ladder utility rack for pick-up cargo beds. It has two parallel horizontal base rails and at least two vertical stanchion units and has at least two suspension rods, one from each stanchion, and has at least one inner support beam connected to the suspension rods. Each base rail has at least one horizontal and one vertical running wall and each is adapted to nest atop and against sidewalls of a cargo bed. These base rails are not connected to one another except via the stanchion units. These stanchion units have vertical legs running from each of the base rails upwardly and inwardly and terminate at a commonly connected horizontal cross member. A preferred embodiment includes four suspension rods, two from each stanchion, and two inner support beams, each beam connected to a forward and a rearward suspension rod.

Abstract: An attachment for a pick-up truck bed including a plurality of vertical supports having a lower end attached to the pick-up truck bed, a flat bed affixed to upper ends of the vertical supports, racks pivotally attached adjacent edges of the flat bed for movement between an upright and a lowered position, horizontal tracks affixed to the vertical supports, and a bed engaged in the tracks for movement between a stored and an extended position.

Abstract: A sliding connection especially suited for releasably and adjustably attaching an overhead rack or the like to side walls of a pickup truck includes a track mountable on the side wall of the pickup truck, and a sliding lock assembly releasably attachable to the rail member. The track includes an elongate tubular body having a bottom surface engagable with the side wall of the pickup truck and a top surface opposite the bottom surface, and a plurality of rail members integrally formed with the tubular body and extendable along the length of the body. The sliding lock assembly includes, in one embodiment, a sliding lock member slidably mounted on the rail member of the track and movable along the length of the rail member, and a thumb turn for locking the sliding lock member at a desired position along the length of the rail member.

Abstract: A cargo support frame structure for vehicles is disclosed as including a replacement rear supporting bumper having two upright members attached thereto and extending above the bumper to a predetermined height that is, for most types of vehicles, in excess of the roof height of the vehicle. A connecting member is disposed between one end of each of the upright members opposite to where each upright member is attached to the supporting bumper and is attached thereto. A longitudinal member is perpendicularly attached near to the center of the connecting member and extends longitudinally generally parallel with the center-line of the vehicle. A front cross member having two ends is attached to the end of the longitudinal member that is opposite to the end where the longitudinal member is attached to the connecting member and extends perpendicular with respect to the longitudinal member. The two ends of the front cross member are each attached to a front upright member at a first end of each front upright member.

Abstract: A trailer for transporting articles which, if laid flat, would cause the trailer to exceed the maximum highway width requirements imposed by state and federal highway regulations. The trailer includes a frame structure with a number of article spaces which slope continuously upward from a first, loading side to the opposite side of the trailer. Each article space is formed by a pair of rail subassemblies, each including a sloping transverse rail member with a first, lower end located in proximity to the trailer loading side and a second, upper end located in proximity to the trailer opposite side. Articles for which the trailer is designed include pick-up covers, which, if laid flat with their longitudinal axis perpendicular to that of the trailer, would exceed the highway maximums. With the pick-up covers loaded into the continuously sloped spaces, the trailer meets the highway standards.

Abstract: A loading device for open tenders comprises a front bow including two fixed side bars the ends of which are inserted into a hollow rotatable bar which extends parallel to and substantially the width of the driver's cabin, which rotatable bar bears a frame sub-divided by wires. Stops in the form of box-like pans are mounted on each fixed bar, to stop the movement of the rotatable bar. The rotatable bar comprises in pan of its circumference a slot the length of which corresponds to the desired range of angular movement of the rotatable bar. The stops are located in alignment with the slot flush with the rotatable bar or higher. The fixed and rotatable bars, the frame, and the stops (or box-like pans) are connected with each other.

Abstract: A cargo securing system includes a forward cab protector rack and a rear tailgate rack interconnected by side beams. The forward rack includes upper and lower corner supports each having sections with an extension member telescopically secured within and pinned to one another whereby the rack extends above the truck cab. The upper front section can be removed and stored in a horizontal position. The rear rack includes corner supports each having upper and lower sections movable relative to one another to provide a rack at a height equal to the height of the sides of the truck bed or a rack extending above the truck bed sides, respectively. Cross beams extend laterally between the upright corner supports and side rails extend between the front and rear corner supports at adjusted elevations. The cross beams, side rails and extended upright supports may be stored by pinned connections with the supports for the rack secured to the sides of the truck bed.

Abstract: The present invention is a ladder utility rack for pick-up cargo beds. It has two parallel horizontal base rails and at least two vertical stanchion units and has at least two suspension rods, one from each stanchion, and has at least one inner support beam connected to the suspension rods. Each base rail has at least one horizontal and one vertical running wall and each is adapted to nest atop and against sidewalls of a cargo bed. These base rails are not connected to one another except via the stanchion units. These stanchion units have vertical legs running from each of the base rails upwardly and inwardly and terminate at a commonly connected horizontal cross member. A preferred embodiment includes four suspension rods, two from each stanchion, and two inner support beams, each beam connected to a forward and a rearward suspension rod.

Abstract: The present invention is a utility rail which may be used independently or as a mounting rail for a utility rack for pick-up truck cargo beds and the like with the rail. The rack is mounted with two present invention rails to cargo bed walls. Each rail has an elongated member having a generally L-shaped cross-section with a vertical segment and a horizontal segment, each segment having inside walls and outside walls; at least one elongated holding slot such as a cargo anchor T-slot running along at least a portion of the outside wall of either or both the vertical segment and the horizontal segment and locating grooves or starter holes located on either the horizontal segment or the vertical segment for penetrating said elongated member with a plurality of attachment devices for attaching said rail to a structure. The elongated member may also contain one or more hollows designed to add strength to the structure and conserve materials.

Abstract: A loading bow device for open bed trucks which includes a front bow extending parallel to the width of the passenger's cabin. Both lower sides of the front bow are connected to lower bars. Each lower bar is also connected to the top of the corresponding side wall of the open truck and to a movable back bow extending parallel to the front bow. The back bow is connected at a number of places on the lower bar or is movable thereon. The device is advantageously provided with removable upper bars extending parallel to the lower bars, connecting the front bow to the movable back bow. The lower and upper bars may be provided with a number of connection points for the fixation of the movable back bow.

Abstract: A vehicle article carrier apparatus adapted for use with a cargo bed of a vehicle such as a pick-up truck. The apparatus generally comprises a pair of cross rails each having a length sufficient to span the width of the cargo bed and to be supported on upper surfaces of the sidewalls of the cargo bed. A securing mechanism includes a threaded bolt and a threaded nut which clampingly secures a bracket to an inner lip portion of the sidewall and an undersurface of the cross rail to thus secure the cross rail to the sidewalls of the cargo bed. When an optional lock member is locked in place via a key, a threaded nut housed therein cannot be loosened when the lock member is in a locked position, and therefore the cross rail cannot be moved from the cargo bed.

Abstract: An extendable carrier rack comprising a pair of L-shaped base legs, each base leg having a horizontal outer side rail coupled to an upwardly extended outer support rail thus creating an upper free end, a lower free end, and a corner therebetween; a pair L-shaped extension legs, each extension leg having a horizontal inner side rail coupled to an upwardly extended outer support rail thus creating an upper free end, a lower free end, and a corner therebetween with the lower free ends of the extension legs each coupled with a separate free end of a base leg; a pair of L-shaped bottom rails with one bottom rail coupled to the corners of separate base legs and the other bottom rail coupled to the corners of separate extension legs, whereby the base legs, extension legs, and bottom rails define a pedestal having a base section and an upwardly extended legged section adapted to be placed in and secured to a vehicle; and a pair of u-shaped holding legs with each holding leg having a top rail and a pair of inner exten

Abstract: A pickup truck side rail apparatus includes paired front and rear rail members which are pivotally mountable to opposed sidewalls along a truck bed. The rail members are stored in lowered positions in which they extend longitudinally above and parallel to the sidewalls. They are vertically spaced from the sidewalls to form longitudinal side rails above and along the sidewalls. The rail members are pivotal to upright positions. In their upright positions, the rail members extend vertically from the front and rear ends of the opposed sidewalls. A pair of overhead cross-bars can be mounted between the transversely aligned rail members when in their upright positions. The overhead cross-bars extend transversely above the pickup truck bed to form an overhead rack for carrying lengthy objects above the truck bed and cab.

Abstract: A combination camper shell and lumber rack for a pickup truck. A framework is mounted on the truck and used as a lumber rack when the covering shell is not installed, and then when desired the lumber rack is readily converted to a framework for supporting a covering shell. The lumber rack is structured so that it may be converted to a full camper shell frame by setting in place several rafter members that are adapted to be removably mounted across the top of the lumber rack frame to define the camper top profile. A flexible foldable soft top is shaped and arranged to extend over the lumber rack frame with the rafters in position and to be secured in position so as to enclose the frame. The walls of the shell are formed of a fabric, plastic or equivalent material shaped to cooperate with the frame and be supported thereby to define the camper covering sheet.

Abstract: The present invention is a reversible utility or mounting rail for pickup truck cargo beds. The rail is an elongated member having a generally L-shaped cross section with two legs 90 degrees opposed which are of equal or unequal length, each rail having an inside and an outside wall; at least one elongated holding slot running along at least a portion of the outside first wall; provision located on the outside first wall for mounting the elongated member to a structure with a plurality of attachment devices; at least one elongated holding slot running along at least a portion of the outside second wall; and provision on the outside second wall for mounting said elongated member to a structure with a plurality of attachment devices; thereby creating attaching capability for the rail by attachment through its first or its second walls or both and thereby creating a rail which may be mounted on a structure with either of its walls in the horizontal position.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a combine header transport having a wheeled chassis with front and rear axle units, at least one longitudinally extended rail interconnecting the axle units, and a second rail spaced transversely from the first rail to support the combine header during transport, the improvement comprising interconnecting at least one end of the first rail to one of the axles in a manner to allow the one axle to oscillate relative to the first rail thereby allowing the wheels to be more evenly loaded when the unit is traversing uneven roads.

Abstract: An aesthetically pleasing folding utility rack suitable for carrying elongated or oversized objects in the extended position comprises a horizontal rail or plate, a forward transverse rack member fixed to the horizontal rail, a moveable rear transverse rack member and a pivotal connection means which connects the rear transverse rack member to the horizontal rail and allows the rear transverse rack member to be moved quickly and easily from an open extended position to a closed position. In the closed position the rack has the general appearance of a roll bar.

Abstract: An mounting apparatus for a vehicle cargo box is disclosed which provides for attachment of a tonneau cover to cover the cargo box and which provides for attachment of additional accessories to the cargo box above the tonneau cover. The apparatus includes mounting rails for the tonneau cover which are substantially covered by the cover and mounting brackets which are coupled to the rails and extend outward and above the rails for attaching additional accessories to the cargo box above the tonneau cover.

Abstract: A mounting rack for pickup trucks that have a cargo bed with upstanding lateral side walls where the rack includes a pair of base forming rails adapted to be surmounted on the top fenders of the truck cargo bed, a pair of rigid frames attached centrally to the respective rails in a position upstanding from the side walls or top fenders of the truck cargo bed and at least one cross beam interconnecting the uppermost portions of the said rigid frames. The rack further includes cargo support cradles shaped like "U" shaped bail members carried by each of the rails and projecting laterally from the cargo bed of the truck to support bikes or other additional cargo.

Abstract: An article rack includes a frame structure with a top, a bottom, a front, a back, a first side and a second side. The frame structure first side includes an opening. The frame structure further includes a plurality of rail subassemblies each including a transverse rail member with a first, lower end located in proximity to the frame structure first side opening and an upper, second end located in proximity to the frame structure second side. The rail member slopes upwardly from its first end to its second end. Respective pairs of rail assemblies are associated with article receiving spaces which are accessible through the opening in the frame structure first side. An enclosure system opening can be selectively closed by a cover or door assembly. The article rack can be mounted on a truck or trailer chassis.

Abstract: A folding side carrier rack consisting of a pair of pivotally mounted arms situated along the truck box located on the passenger side. Each rack is stored in a folding position on the inside of the front body and the inside of the tail gate. When needed for load carrying, the racks are pivoted outboard; the cargo retaining posts are raised from their stored position to the vertical; racks are stored by the reverse procedure.

Abstract: The present invention is a ladder utility rack for pick-up cargo beds. It has two parallel horizontal base rails and at least two vertical stanchion units. Each base rail has at least three contiguous walls, including at least one horizontal and one vertical running wall and each is adapted to nest atop and against sidewalls of a cargo bed These base rails are not connected to one another except via the stanchion units These units have vertical legs running from each of the base rails upwardly and inwardly and terminate at a commonly connected horizontal cross member A preferred embodiment includes rails which are unistructurally formed, e.g. extruded, including portions in the form of an upright or inverted "U".

Abstract: A system embodied within an over-the-road trailer or other carrier for use when transporting frangible sheet material, such as sheets of glass, utilizes a frame, a side section hingedly connected to the frame and a frame structure attached to the side section. The frame includes a bed surface having two opposite side edges and a cutout opening out of at least one side edge of the bed surface. The side section includes a bed surface section and is hingedly connected to the frame for pivotal movement relative thereto between a first position at which the bed surface section is positioned within the cutout so that the bed surface and bed surface section collectively provide a bed for the system and a second position at which the bed surface section overlies and faces downwardly upon the bed surface of the frame.

Abstract: A pickup truck rack includes upper rails of "H" shape cross section, a lower channel of which receives folding legs and braces within in a collapsed condition. An upper channel telescopically receives an over cab rack extension. In an alternative embodiment, the rack extension moves to a vertically stored position.

Abstract: Side frames are mountable on a truck and are retractable into a compact package. Each frame comprises anchor members to which support posts are pivoted and which slidably support a longitudinally extending rail at their upper ends. A plurality of load supporting members are removably attached between the rails of the side frames.

Abstract: A sheet material handling frame comprises a plurality of base portions (18) for supporting material, such as sheet glass. A stanchion (16) extends from each base portion (18). The stanchions (16) are held in a spaced relationship by means of cross-bars (12, 14). Each stanchion (16) is formed with a slot in which a strap guide (24) is slideably movable. A securing strap passes inside the stanchion (16) through the hollow base (18) around the sheet material and over the strap guide (24). Thus, the strap guide is movable to accommodate different heights of material loaded on the frame. The frames are securable back-to-back to form a structure which is capable of carrying sheets of different sizes. When the sheet material is being loaded, the strap guide (24) is pivoted about a pair of retaining lugs into the slot so that it is out of the way. The strap guide (24) is provided with a hook-like recess (27) which is used to engage a retaining pin inside the slot when it is not in use.

Abstract: A truck utility rack which is made up of assemblable pieces which allow for different configuration of size and shape. It is easy to assemble and disassemble and is light weight making it easy to store and transport when not in use. When stored in a noise (rattle) suppressing carrying case, can be carried in the cab of a truck without interfering with passengers. The truck rack can be put up in part, i.e., one vertical stanchion just to hand objects from on the back of a pickup truck or it can be assembled as the more typical rectangular overhead rack for carrying objects above the bed of a pickup truck.

Abstract: The present invention is a ladder utility rack for pick-up truck cargo beds. It has two parallel horizontal base rails and at least two vertical stanchion units. Each base rail has horizontal and vertical running surfaces and each is adapted to nest atop and against sidewalls of a cargo bed. These base rails are not connected to one another except via the stanchion units. These units have vertical legs running from each of the base rails upwardly and inwardly and terminate at a commonly connected horizontal cross member. A second embodiment includes an additional set of rails, i.e. mounting rails, which run parallel to the base rails and, together with the base rails, form a horizontal platform for mounting items thereon to be transportable.

Abstract: A load bearing vehicle extension which is releasably secured to the rear of a vehicle which is adjustable for different length and width loads such that loads longer than the cargo area of the vehicle may be carried safely.

Abstract: A rigid pickup truck cargo supporting V shaped frame comprises necessary structural members to hole it in a V shape and to allow its narrow end frame work to be coupled to the rear of a pickup truck, below the cargo bed level, per the pickup truck's standard type trailer hitch coupler bail. The wider portion of the V shaped frame extends a number of feet rearward in a slight upward slope away from the pickup truck's rear end. A long member attached crossways at the wide end of the V shaped frame provides a cargo load carrying surface. The V shaped frame is supported and made laterally stable by a square like frame which can be attached crossways at any of several points along the more forward or more narrow section of the V shaped frame. The square like frame extends up vertically from the V shaped frame to the lowered pickup truck tailgate. The long horizontal upper member of the square like frame rest on the lowered pickup truck tailgate for support.

Abstract: A combination rack for hauling pipe, locker for storing tools and extended sidewalls for hauling bulky material on the back of a pickup truck comprising two doors, each hinged respectively to the top edges of opposing sidewalls of the truckbed and which close over the truckbed to form a lockable enclosure or may be oriented to an upright position and fixed by a pair of rack members extending across the truckbed on which may be carried long lengths of pipe, lumber, etc. In one embodiment, the installed rack members are raised above the roof of the cab so that pipe can extend over the roof instead of out of the tailgate. The racks may be easily removed for storage or they may be folded against the underside of the truck when it is desired to close and lock the doors. Spring loaded lift assists facilitate opening the doors and may be locked to add additional support when the doors are open.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a plurality of vertical support members and horizontal members readily assembled and secured on a pick-up truck bed or the like, with or without a canopy on the truck bed, forming a load-supporting rack outside the space typically occupied by a conventional pick-up canopy. Adjustable members provide for height adjustment and for adaptation of the load mounting area to match the dimensions of the load. Rack support members are inserted vertically into base members that are rigidly mounted in typical stake holes characteristically provided on the rim of a truck bed, obviating the need to weld to the truck or to drill bolt holes in the truck. The base apertures for receiving the vertical support members extend from the rim of the truck bed outside the dimension of a typical truck canopy. The rack is also specifically designed for facile assembly and disassembly.

Abstract: A trailer for elongated, generally flat objects, such as sailboards, includes trailer base having at least two wheels, and a superstructure above the base, the superstructure having a plurality of members constructed and arranged to support horizontally at least one of the objects.

Abstract: An enclosure for installation about the load carrying area of a truck with the enclosure includes removable corner posts for inserted engagement with truck structure. Enclosure side and end rails extend between the corner posts and are adapted for removable, rested engagement with the corner posts to permit convenient installation and removal of the rails. Multiple rows of sockets on each corner post receive pins carried at and offset from the ends of each rail member. The pins are horizontally adjustable relative to the rail member to facilitate socket engagement. A modified form of the enclosure includes corner post fittings of right angular shape each apertured for purposes of corner post attachment. Sockets on the post fittings receive the pins of rail carried fittings to enable part installation on the corner post in a detachable manner.

Abstract: An expandable joiner is used to secure tubular frame members of a pickup truck box rack in end-to-end relationship. The joiner is adaped to be located in adjacent end sections of the tubular members. The joiner has a longitudinal channel separating a pair of jaws. The jaws have adjacent spaced surfaces providing the longitudinal channel. Each spaced surface has a plurality of longitudinal grooves therein. Screws threadably engage the jaws longitudinal grooves to expand the joiner to releasably couple the frame members in end-to-end relationship.

Abstract: A collapsible carrying rack for pick-up trucks comprises four upstanding arms that support spaced horizontal support beams that extend above and transverse with respect to the truck bed. The rack is adapted to be collapsed and folded out of the way into small elongated receptacles mounted to the sides of the truck bed when the rack is not in use.

Abstract: This invention relates to a cover for the bed of a pick-up truck or utility trailer which, in the closed position, can be locked to the bed of the vehicle to provide secure storage of items in the bed but which also may be raised to a vertical position to extend the height of the side walls of the bed to assist in carrying oversize or bulky items. A pair of load support members lie beneath the cover when the cover is in the closed position to increase the load carrying capacity of the covers. The load supports are removable and are positioned between the vertical cover panels when the cover is in a vertical position to convert the cover into a load carrying rack capable of transporting elongated material.

Abstract: A rack assembly having a plurality of tubular members adapted to be mounted on a pickup truck box. The sides of the rack assembly taper upwardly and outwardly to increase accessibility to items contained in the truck box. A plurality of tubular joiners located within adjacent end sections of the tubular members releasably couple the members in end-to-end relationship. The outer surface of each joiner has a circumferential annular groove intersecting at least one longitudinal groove adapted to cooperate with an inwardly extended tab provided on one of the end sections to lock the tubular members together.

Abstract: A compactable or expandable elevated utility rack for pickup trucks has been invented wherein a moveable vertical stanchion unit may be positioned along a permanently mounted horizontal rail atop the lateral walls of the cargo bed of a pickup truck by pairs of metal brackets located thereon.

Abstract: A temporarily installable, quickly and easily removable rack provides for the carriage of long and/or large sheet materials on the outside of the sidewall of a pickup truck type vehicle or the like. The rack consists of an essentially vertical beam with a shoe which rests upon the upper flange of the vehicle cargo box sidewall. The upper end of the beam is secured by a strut or cable which extends into the cargo box and is attached to the bed of the box immediately adjacent the inner sidewall. The beam has a shoe at the lower end providing for the support of any materials carried thereupon, and provision is also made for a retaining strap for the securing of materials against the beam. Attachment points for the strut or cable may be permanently installed; a temporarily installable attachment point is also disclosed which does not require modification of the vehicle structure.

Abstract: A load support assembly (2) for a pickup truck (6) includes side support 8 mounted to the sides (10) of the cab (14) and elongate load support (16), having a flat top surface (18), pivotally mounted at its ends (26) to the side supports. When not in use the load support is oriented in a generally horizontal position to minimize wind drag. When in use, the load support is pivoted rearwardly so the top surface of the load support is aligned with the angle of the load. Stiff elastomeric support stops (32) are mounted to the bottom (20) of the load support to rest against the top (34) of the cab during use. Lateral movement of the load on the load support may be limited by load stops (42) extending upwardly from the top surface of the load support. The load stops are preferably pivotally mounted to the load support to pivot between a first, stowed position, lying adjacent the top surface of the load support, and a second, use position extending upwardly from the top surface.

Abstract: An apparatus is disclosed for supporting oversized freight above the tailgate of a pickup truck, while affording normal utilization of the tailgate. In the preferred embodiment, the invention comprises two brackets that sit upon opposing rear edges of side walls of a pickup truck bed, near the tailgatae. A support beam passes through an opening in one bracket and is received in a slot in the opposing bracket. Ends of the support beam lie within each bracket and are held by securing rods passing through the brackets and beam ends. The bracket with the opening has a pivotable cap covering the opening to afford rapid deployment of the support beam. The cap is on the side of the bracket facing away from the opposing bracket. To deploy the beam, the operator simply pivots open the cap, slides the beam through the opening until one end lies in each bracket and then closes the cap and inserts a securing rod through each bracket and beam end.

Abstract: An improved clamp for use on a glass rack to hold sheets of glass. The clamp has a clamping bar pivotally mounted at one end to one side of the rack. The other end of the bar is cushioned. The bar is movable about its pivot between an upright inoperative position and a sloping operative position where its cushioned end abuts glass sheets on the rack holding them against the other side of the rack.

Abstract: A livestock enclosure for a pickup truck or the like comprises two foldable rack structures, one for each side wall of the truck body, the structures terminating at the rear of the truck. The racks are collapsible against a vertical head board at the front of the truck body. Locking pins are provided to secure the rack to the wall of the truck. The rear gates may be swung open and if the truck is too close to a cattle chute or other structure, the gates may be opened by lateral movement. A locking bar holds the rack structure in position at the rear of the truck and also is employed to retain the rack in its collapsed position against the cab.