Patent ID: 8960692
Filing Date: 2015-02-24
Classification: B62D

Abstract:
1. A semi-generic underframe assembly for use on a vehicle, the assembly comprising: a) a first customized adapter frame configured to be mounted to an underside of the vehicle at a first location, the first customized adapter frame comprising a first customized mating portion configured to be attached at the first location on the underside of the vehicle, and a first generic mating portion; b) a generic adapter frame configured to be mounted to the first customized adapter frame, the generic adapter frame comprising a central portion, a first lateral portion, and a second lateral portion, the generic adapter frame comprising a second generic mating portion substantially matching the first generic mating portion and configured to mate with the first generic mating portion; c) a second customized adapter frame, the second customized adapter frame being configured to be mounted to the underside of the vehicle at a second location and to the generic adapter frame; and d) a third customized adapter frame, the third customized adapter frame being configured to be mounted to the underside of the vehicle at a third location and to the generic adapter frame; wherein the assembly comprises at least one first preconfigured mounting location and at least one second preconfigured mounting location.