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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jun. 25, 2013
Filed:
Jul. 20, 2011
Gary W. Krajenke, Warren, MI (US);
Alvin N. Standard, Clarkston, MI (US);
Gary W. Krajenke, Warren, MI (US);
Alvin N. Standard, Clarkston, MI (US);
GM Global Technology Operations LLC, Detroit, MI (US);
Abstract
A counterbalanced decklid hinge assembly for rotatably supporting a decklid relative to a vehicle includes a torque rod extending between a first hinge box and a second hinge box. A support member is rotatably supported by each of the first and second hinge boxes. A linkage system interconnects one axial end of the torque rod to one of the support members, and is attached to the axial end of the torque rod in a manner that allows for a straight axial end of the torque rod, i.e., requires no bends. A lever is attached to and rotatable with the other axial end of the torque rod, and is attached in a manner that allows for a straight axial end of the torque rod, i.e., requires no bends.