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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Apr. 04, 2006
Filed:
Nov. 14, 2002
Applicants:
Stephen A. Doncov, Trenton, MI (US);
Todd Schartner, Flat Rock, MI (US);
Inventors:
Stephen A. Doncov, Trenton, MI (US);
Todd Schartner, Flat Rock, MI (US);
Assignee:
ASC Incorporated, Southgate, MI (US);
Attorney:
Primary Examiner:
Int. Cl.
CPC ...
B60J 7/185 (2006.01);
U.S. Cl.
CPC ...
Abstract
A convertible top latch employing a linkage assembly and a driving mechanism is disclosed. The linkage assembly can be positioned on-center or over-center in a closed position. The linkage assembly can have an adjustable link. At least one link can remain the same and/or the latch member can move the same distance regardless of the linkage assembly being operated by a powered or manual actuator. A damping member can dampen movement of the top latch. The manual actuator can be biased to a specific orientation.