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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Nov. 07, 2006
Filed:
Apr. 02, 2002
Chris Schumacher, Frederick, CO (US);
Chris Schumacher, Frederick, CO (US);
Lund International, Inc., Anoka, MN (US);
Abstract
A running board is provided by the invention. The running board includes a deck and a plurality of attachment members. The deck and the plurality of attachment members are formed from a continuous polymer composition. The deck has a stepping surface and a support structure for supporting the stepping surface. The plurality of attachment members extend from the support structure and each attachment member has at least one opening for receipt of a fastener. The plurality of attachment members are provided for attachment to at least one of a motor vehicle frame and a motor vehicle rocker panel. A motor vehicle and methods for manufacturing and installing a running board are provided.