초록 ▼

An engine cradle for use in a vehicle frame assembly is described wherein the integral central portion of an engine cradle is provided towards the rear end of the vehicle/body frame assembly such that the leg portions of the engine cradle extend forwardly therefrom. The central portion of the engine

An engine cradle for use in a vehicle frame assembly is described wherein the integral central portion of an engine cradle is provided towards the rear end of the vehicle/body frame assembly such that the leg portions of the engine cradle extend forwardly therefrom. The central portion of the engine cradle is formed integrally with the legs to form a single unitary "U"-shaped member. A separate cross member is provided which extends between the two leg portions of the engine cradle and is secured thereto.

대표청구항 ▼

[ What is claimed is:] [1.] A method of manufacturing an engine cradle and vehicle frame assembly comprising the steps of:(a) providing a single tubular member;(b) deforming the single tubular member to have a generally U-shaped configuration including a transversely extending central portion and fi

[ What is claimed is:] [1.] A method of manufacturing an engine cradle and vehicle frame assembly comprising the steps of:(a) providing a single tubular member;(b) deforming the single tubular member to have a generally U-shaped configuration including a transversely extending central portion and first and second leg portions extending longitudinally from the central portion;(c) securing a transversely extending cross member between the first and second leg portions;(d) providing a vehicle frame section including a pair of longitudinally extending side rails having a cross member extending transversely therebetween; and(e) securing the side rails of the vehicle frame section to the central portion of the single tubular member to form the engine cradle and vehicle frame assembly.