4.5 (533 Reviews) 77 Answered Questions + 5 images. 5) at either end, the inner diameters of which are sized so that the tubing fits into the receptacle with adequate space to rotate freely, however, there is not so much space that the door would rattle and shake when travelling. Other gates allowing at least two-way access into the bed are disclosed in U.S. Pat. ... Having the glass open is a quick way to let very hot air out in the summer before driving. A first tailgate portion of the gate rotates about a horizontal axis onto which heavy or long materials may be more readily loaded while a second tailgate portion rotates about a vertical axis for easy access to the forward-most portion of the bed. This invention relates generally to vehicle gates. 1 and commonly known in the art. $204.88 Ex Tax: $197.00 -+ Add to Wish List Add to Compare. 4, the first latching device 14 comprises a bracket 15, bolted to the inside of the truck bed wall adjacent the upper edge 12B of the first tailgate portion 12, and having a first opening 16 on the part of the bracket 15 that extends away from the truck bed wall, a flange 17 having a second opening 18, bolted to the upper edge 12B of the first tailgate portion 12 in such a manner that the first opening 16 will align with the second opening 18 when the first tailgate portion 12 is in the closed position, and a latching pin 19, which could be a cotter pin, a U-shaped portion of a padlock, or the like, having an outer diameter equal to or less than the inner diameter of the first and second openings 16 and 18, respectively. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS. Nos. a spring compartment having a spring around the latch wire and a spring plate below the spring but above the catch, so that the catch will automatically spring back when the second tailgate portion is closed. pick-up trucks, GENERAL TAGGING OF NEW TECHNOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENTS; GENERAL TAGGING OF CROSS-SECTIONAL TECHNOLOGIES SPANNING OVER SEVERAL SECTIONS OF THE IPC; TECHNICAL SUBJECTS COVERED BY FORMER USPC CROSS-REFERENCE ART COLLECTIONS [XRACs] AND DIGESTS, TECHNICAL SUBJECTS COVERED BY FORMER USPC, TECHNICAL SUBJECTS COVERED BY FORMER USPC CROSS-REFERENCE ART COLLECTIONS [XRACs] AND DIGESTS, TECHNICAL SUBJECTS COVERED BY FORMER US CLASSIFICATION. As shown in FIG. PATENT EXPIRED DUE TO NONPAYMENT OF MAINTENANCE FEES UNDER 37 CFR 1.362. Additionally, a strap of material 54 attached to and extending from the wall of the truck bed to the second tailgate portion as shown in FIG. With the CTE barn door kit, your dump body can be converted in hours. I use it everyday. Therefore, only one possible access route to the bed of the vehicle is open at any time. ), I don’t recall any having the cable to support the down edge like typical trucks. It works best with trailer side rails between 10 and Brackets having holes could be mounted to an interior wall of the second tailgate portion so that they would be projecting therefrom. Nos. a spring compartment having a spring around the wire and a spring plate below the spring but above the catch, so that the catch will automatically spring back when the door is closed. The second tailgate portion 20 is held in a closed position by means of a second latching device 30. For example, a simple alternative would be to have an L-shaped bar or rod slidably attached to the gate portion. 3 is a rear view of the horizontal latch portion of a preferred embodiment of the present invention; FIG. 5. Today, the Ram 1500 responds to GMC's Multi-Pro tailgate with its own fancy way to get stuff in and out of the bed. These and other features of the present invention will become more readily apparent upon reading the following detailed description and upon reference to the following drawings in which like numerals refer to like parts and in which: FIG. It is a further advantage of the present invention to provide an enhanced step plate for stepping into the bed of the vehicle. An alternative handle, adapted from a standard truck gate handle, may be affixed to the first connecting piece 34 at a first handle end which is in turn directly attached to the lever 36. 3,544,153 to Galbreath et al., 3,912,326 to Tass, 3,309,133 to Butler, and 3,155,203 to Kappen. 2 and 3. Regardless of which handle is used, a second section 36B of the lever is attached to the latch wire 37, which extends from the lever 36 through the spring 38A within the spring chamber 38, through the spring plate 39A, to the catch 39. The tailgate of claim 7, wherein the latch wire is a bar rod. As is shown by the related art references, none of these patents allow the gate to be opened about two different axes at the same time. 7. By providing a split tailgate having two independent axes of rotation, the present invention allows the operator to open a second tailgate portion of the gate about the vertical axis for easy access to the forward-most portion of the bed while also providing a first tailgate portion of the gate, onto which heavy or long materials may be more readily loaded. 2 and 3, this second latching device 30 comprises a spring loaded portion 32 in combination with a latch plate 40. 3,544,153 to Galbreath et al., 3,912,326 to Tass, 3,309,133 to Butler, and 3,155,203 to Kappen. The first tailgate portion 12 rotates about a horizontal axis 13 which is a piece of tubing 52 that is inserted through a pair of apertures near the bottom edge 12A of the first tailgate portion. CTE is the only place you can purchase our two way tailgate kit. FIG. It is best used for Steel Tipper Bodies. 4, the first latching device 14 comprises a bracket 15, bolted to the inside of the truck bed wall adjacent the upper edge 12B of the first tailgate portion 12, and having a first opening 16 on the part of the bracket 15 that extends away from the truck bed wall, a flange 17 having a second opening 18, bolted to the upper edge 12B of the first tailgate portion 12 in such a manner that the first opening 16 will align with the second opening 18 when the first tailgate portion 12 is in the closed position, and a latching pin 19, which could be a cotter pin, a U-shaped portion of a padlock, or the like, having an outer diameter equal to or less than the inner diameter of the first and second openings 16 and 18, respectively. 5, the latch plate 40 is bolted at either end 40A and 40B to an angle iron 44 which is in turn connected just below the floor of the bed of the truck. $179.99 Your price for this item is $179.99. The vehicle tailgate 10 comprises a first tailgate portion 12 and a second tailgate portion 20. Everlast's side swing (2 Way) tailgates are suitable for most light duty tippers including Hino, Isuzu and Fuso. The first tailgate portion 12 is held in the closed position by a first latching device 14. 5) of the latch plate 40 when the second tailgate portion is in its closed position. The latch wire 37 may also be a relatively narrow diameter bar rod, for example, a 5/32" round rod of steel may be used. The tailgate of claim 5, wherein the rod is a catch. generation, Apparatus for mounting a trailer hitch on a vehicle, <- Previous Patent (Storage unit for pic...). The present invention provides a means for two-way access to the bed of the vehicle at the same time. 292/175, 292/DIG.29, 293/117, 296/57.1, 296/50, 296/51, 296/57.1, 293/117, 292/167, 292/171, 292/175, 292/DIG.29, SCHMEISER, OLSEN & WATTS (LATHAM, NY, US), Click for automatic bibliography Add to Cart. This allows the operator to easily step into the rear of the truck while also permitting the use of the truck for carrying long objects that project over the edge of the truck or for loading the truck with objects which are desirable to slide into the bed of the truck. The first tailgate portion 12 is held in the closed position by a first latching device 14. The latch wire 37 may also be a relatively narrow diameter bar rod, for example, a 5/32" round rod of steel may be used. 15-day free & easy returns. The end of the catch 39 is cut on a bias so that in closing the tailgate, the catch slides over the latch plate 40 until it is pushed into the slot where it is pushed by the force of the spring 38A. LAND VEHICLES FOR TRAVELLING OTHERWISE THAN ON RAILS, Superstructures for load-carrying vehicles, Movable tailboards for vehicles comprising non-movable sideboards, e.g. Convert your single acting truck or trailer body door into a multi-functional two-way tail gate. A tailgate for a truck that may be opened about two different axes at the same time is disclosed. As is shown by the related art references, none of these patents allow the gate to be opened about two different axes at the same time. Additionally, the tailgate addition may include an extended step plate to allow the operator to step into the bed of the truck more readily. Although preferred embodiments of the invention have been shown, many changes, modifications and substitutions may be made by one having ordinary skill in the art without necessarily departing from the spirit and scope of the invention as described in the following claims. No. No. 2). The latching pin 19 may preferably be attached to a length of small chain 22 at a first end 22A which is in turn attached to the interior of the truck bed at a second end 22B so that the pin is not misplaced or lost. Model: SPORTXLMK2 . Therefore, only one possible access route to the bed of the vehicle is open at any time. As long as the second latching device will hold the second tailgate portion in the closed position, any known latching device that basically operates by becoming wedged or otherwise limiting the distance between the two parts when held by both the truck and the second tailgate portion (like as the catch as described above) would suffice. Thinking about the two way doors on old American station wagons (remember those? As shown in FIGS. Other problems associated with access to the bed of the vehicle have led to other options. a first tailgate portion rotatably mounted about a horizontal axis and having an inboard edge; a second tailgate portion rotatably mounted about a vertical axis and having an inboard edge; a first latching device for securing the first tailgate portion in a closed position; a second latching device for securing the second tailgate portion in a closed position; and. 2. Heretofore, various tailgate assemblies have been developed. The second tailgate portion 20 rotates about a vertical axis which is formed in this case by a pair of hinges 26 and 28, as shown in FIG. Fiat Chrysler engineers said the challenge to making such a door was to ensure that when the side-by-side doors are open, the user can’t accidently try to swing the tailgate down. 5 is a perspective view of the horizontal latch plate and the receiving cup for the horizontal axis. $159.95. Conventional tailgates for vehicles that rotate about both a horizontal and a vertical axis are arranged for either a closed vertical orientation to permit closure and enclosing of a bed, an open vertical orientation to allow access to the bed without having to reach over the gate, and an open horizontal orientation to permit loading, when in the horizontal orientation the tailgate projects rearwardly from the back of the vehicle. XA XB XC Ford 2 Way Station Wagon Tailgate Handle. 4 is a perspective view of the vertical latch portion of a preferred embodiment of the present invention; and. LATCH-BUYERS BTL030B2. The above related art summaries are merely representative of portions of the inventions disclosed in each reference. 741 Posts #21 • Jul 25, 2017. $179.99 Your price for this item is $179.99. Each portion 12, 20 is a hollow, rectangular box made of sheet metal or the like and shaped generally to conform with the rear end of the vehicle. This offers the advantages of increased access, but does not allow the operator to slidably load objects into the bed or place long objects therein and then still have easy access into the rest of the bed. The tailgate of claim 6, further comprising: a handle for applying a force to open the second tailgate portion of the tailgate; a lever for switching the direction of the force; a latch wire for connecting the lever to the catch; and. No. Accordingly, it is an advantage of the present invention to provide a tailgate for a vehicle that is capable of opening in two directions at the same time. Model: SPORTXLMK2 SKU: 6327560. The four corners of the tailgate are each two-way hinges so that the gate may be opened from the top, the bottom, or either side. Controls the air flow required for precise operation in many air cylinder applications. 2 is a cross-sectional view of the horizontal latch and step plate portions of a preferred embodiment of the present invention; FIG. OK, so I really like the Honda Ridgeline two way tailgate (drop or swing). Williams, Winston-Salem, N.C. The handle, located in the preferred embodiment at the end of the second tailgate portion opposite the hinges, fits through and is mounted to a front wall of the second tailgate portion 20 and is attached on the back side at approximately the midpoint to the first connecting piece 34 at a lower end 34A thereof. By providing a split tailgate having two independent axes of rotation, the present invention allows the operator to open a second tailgate portion of the gate about the vertical axis for easy access to the forward-most portion of the bed while also providing a first tailgate portion of the gate, onto which heavy or long materials may be more readily loaded. Accordingly, it is an advantage of the present invention to provide a tailgate for a vehicle that is capable of opening in two directions at the same time. Although preferred embodiments of the invention have been shown, many changes, modifications and substitutions may be made by one having ordinary skill in the art without necessarily departing from the spirit and scope of the invention as described in the following claims. This arrangement does not, however, allow the operator to open the gate to a second vertical orientation, and therefore any person wishing to obtain an object from the rear of the truck would be forced to climb over the tailgate, which often leads to the operator knocking his or her shins into the top of the tailgate, causing temporary pain and possibly bruising the shin area of the operator. Additionally, the step plate 50 may be enlarged in order to allow one to place their entire foot on the step for better balance, unlike the customary step. All the above references are hereby incorporated by reference. If you are looking to get more versatility with your dump body then look no further. 2 and 3, this second latching device 30 comprises a spring loaded portion 32 in combination with a latch plate 40. 8. This item ION Audio - Sport XL 8" 2-Way Tailgate Portable PA Speaker - Black ION Audio Sport XL Wireless Water Resistant Speaker System SPORTXLMK2XUS (Renewed) ION Audio Raptor | Ultra-Portable 100-Watt Wireless Water-Resistant Speaker with 75-Hour Rechargeable Battery, Bluetooth Streaming, AM/FM Radio and Multi-Color Light Bar Are ideal for dump truck operators to engage and disengage tailgate latches from inside the cab. Other patents relating to the aerodynamics of the truck include: U.S. Pat. Additionally, the tailgate addition may include an extended step plate to allow the operator to step into the bed of the truck more readily. 1, there is illustrated a vehicle tailgate, generally designated as 10, in accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention. The first tailgate portion 12 rotates about a horizontal axis 13 which is a piece of tubing 52 that is inserted through a pair of apertures near the bottom edge 12A of the first tailgate portion. $44.72 Ex Tax: $43.00 -+ Add to Wish List Add to Compare. Engineered by Donald N. Frey, the two-way tailgate configuration allowed the rear door to fold down (like a traditional tailgate) or hinge open to the side (as a door). Occasionally, the need arises for heavy objects to be slidably loaded onto the bed of the vehicle from the rear while still allowing the operator to have easy access to the forward-most portion of the bed, near the cab or driver's seat. To open the second tailgate portion, one would lift the rod (facilitated by the short end of the L, which may act as a handle) out of the hole in the bed and at which point the second tailgate portion would be free to swing open. 14. The Kit is made up of the following components: Ref 1: 1 x Bent Bar 1.4" (35mm) thick 90deg Swing Elbow. As shown in FIGS. 9. The vehicle tailgate 10 comprises a first tailgate portion 12 and a second tailgate portion 20. The tailgate of claim 1, wherein the first latching device includes: a bracket having a first opening coupled to a truck bed wall; a flange having a second opening coupled to the first tailgate portion in a position such that when the first tailgate portion is in the closed position the first and second openings are aligned; and a latching pin for maintaining the first and second tailgate portions in alignment. The L-shaped rod would fit into a hole in the truck bed to hold the door in a closed position. Heretofore, various tailgate assemblies have been developed. Although it can be positioned for use in several different ways, Sierra’s MultiPro Tailgate is essentially two tailgates in one. The tailgate of claim 1, wherein the second latching device includes: a rod slidably engaged with the second tailgate portion; and a hole in the truck for receiving the rod when the second tailgate portion is in the closed position. The alternative handle is also coupled to the lever 36 at a second handle end by means of a spring. Two Way Overslung (pass side) Hinge 3/16" Safety Clip 15 1/2" x 3/4" Bolt Two Way Overslung (driver side) Hinge Overslung Hinge Pin ... 044-20000-01 WELD-ON TAILGATE ROLLER ASSIST Item 1 - Shaft item 2 - UHMW Roller Gate Guide Gusset item 3 - 2" Snap Ring RAMP ASSEMBLY Gate Guide Ramp This invention relates generally to vehicle gates. The handle, located in the preferred embodiment at the end of the second tailgate portion opposite the hinges, fits through and is mounted to a front wall of the second tailgate portion 20 and is attached on the back side at approximately the midpoint to the first connecting piece 34 at a lower end 34A thereof. 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