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The present invention is directed to providing a simple, cost effective device for tightening a restraining device such as a belt, strap, rope or the like that requires very little space, and that can be easily operated to provide complete tightening of the restraining device, even when the restrain

The present invention is directed to providing a simple, cost effective device for tightening a restraining device such as a belt, strap, rope or the like that requires very little space, and that can be easily operated to provide complete tightening of the restraining device, even when the restraining device is in a difficult to reach area. Exemplary embodiments can be configured as a unitary structure wherein arms of the unitary structure are each slotted and attached to a base of the unitary structure so that a belt can be easily inserted into the slots. The unitary structure can then be used to clamp the restraining device, such as a seat belt used to hold a child safety seat, in place. Tightening of the belt can be achieved through the use of a removable lever that tightens the belt with each rotation. Upon tightening of the belt to a desired tension, a secure locking mechanism, such as a nut, can be used to hold the belt in its tightened state without concern of belt slippage.

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[ What is claimed is:] [1.]1. Apparatus for tightening a restraining device comprising:a unitary structure having a generally U-shaped configuration formed by a base with two arms, each of said arms including a slot to receive a restraining device, at least one of said arms being rotatable relative

[ What is claimed is:] [1.]1. Apparatus for tightening a restraining device comprising:a unitary structure having a generally U-shaped configuration formed by a base with two arms, each of said arms including a slot to receive a restraining device, at least one of said arms being rotatable relative to a remaining portion of said unitary structure; anda locking device for selectively retaining said at least one rotatable arm in a fixed rotational position relative to said base.