Patent ID: 7055844
Filing Date: 2006-06-06
Classification: B60D

Abstract:
1. A trailer hitch storage apparatus for storing a trailer hitch on a vehicle, wherein the trailer hitch includes a support member that extends along a longitudinal axis and defines a transverse pin-receiving opening, comprising: a mounting member configured to be attached to the vehicle; a bracket arrangement extending outwardly from the mounting member, wherein the bracket arrangement includes at least one outwardly open recess configured to receive the support member of the trailer hitch, wherein the outwardly open recess of the bracket arrangement is configured to receive the support member upon movement of the support member toward the mounting member into the open recess in a direction transverse to the longitudinal axis of the support member; and a hanger carried by and extending outwardly from the mounting member, wherein the hanger is configured to extend into the pin-receiving opening of the support member upon movement of the support member toward the mounting member into the open recess.