Patent ID: 6260910
Filing Date: 2001-07-17
Classification: B60P

Abstract:
A tie down for securing an object to a pre-existing mounting structure on a motor vehicle frame, said tie down comprising:a first frame bracket, anda second frame bracket, said first and said second frame brackets each adapted to mate with pre-existing mounting structure on a motor vehicle frame;an extensible telescoping load bearing arm, said load bearing arm projecting from said first frame bracket, said load bearing arm having a distal end, said distal end adapted for mounting of an accessory; anda support strut extending between said load bearing arm and said second frame bracket, said support strut having a lower end adjustably locatable along said load bearing arm, said support strut positionable to a pre-selected orientation between said first and said second frame brackets, and wherein said pre-selected orientation for said first and said second frame brackets provides a spaced apart, mutually perpendicular relationship therebetween; andwherein said tie-down structure avoids penetration of said object being secured.