AU2016102111A4 - F6X Territory 2004 tp 2011 Gauge and accessory dash holder mount - Google Patents

Abstract

g 9 Abstract A mounting platform that is installed to Ford Territory and FPV F6X 2004 to 2011 series bodied vehicles which can hold one two or three aftermarket gauges in clear sight or other accessories switches radios media players being customisable in clear sight as to not cause damage to the cars existing interior. x., :x x

Description

1 VO ο <N ο <υ Q m

Territory 2004 to 2011 Gauge and accessory dash holder mount

<N O VO o <N VO Ο <N Ο <υ Q m

<N O VO o <N 2

FIELD OF INVENTION

The present invention relates to a mounting platform for the Ford Territory Fpv F6x range of vehicles from 2004 to 2011 which will allow a convenient location without damaging or degrading the vehicles interior with quick installation addressing safety concerns VO Ο <N Ο <υ Q m

(N O VO o <N 3

BACKGROUND OF INVENTION

While vehicles come standard with certain components it is appreciated that many aftermarket gauges and accessories have limited mounting devices and positions on the Ford Territory Fpv F6X 2014 to 2011 series of cars .This has created the requirement for aftermarket gauges to be used to monitor, maintain the integrity of the cars functioning and also to warn of problems. Additionally aftermarket gauges and varied accessories, switches would need a suitable customisable mounting holder so they can be fitted to the car without damaging or defacing the car's interior.

Prior art also has no customisable dedicated mount thereby limiting the options for mounting a variety of combinations of gauges or accessories, radios to any mount or prefabricated mount.

Prior art does not provide for a multifunctional customisable dedicated mounting platform which can be used for a multitude of usages by drilling or cutting to suit. This has also resulted in costly damage to cars original trims in the positions accessories gauges switches etc are fitted to in random positions.

Low mount positioned drillable customisable dedicated mounting platform option not available limiting consumers' mounting choices for aftermarket gauges and or accessories.

OBJECT OF INVENTION

Accordingly it is an object of the present invention to provide a customizable, drillable dash console car mounting platform in a central visible location for the mounting of after-market gauges or accessories,radios,switches to the interior of the Ford Territory FPVF6X 2004 to VO Ο <N Ο <υ Q m

<N O VO o <N 4 2011 series vehicles without the need to drill into factory trims with visibility to driver for readability within reach without obstructing the driver or their view through the windscreen minimising safety hazards also to provide the market place with an alternative to existing mounting devices for aftermarket gauges, two way radios, cd players and other dash mountable accessories with ease of installation .

STATEMENT OF OBJECT

The invention addresses the need for a drillable mounting platform for one two or three gauges or accessories to be mounted or installed while fitting into and integrating into the VO Ο <N Ο <υ Q m

(N O VO o <N 5 central dash radio console directly under the radio assembly of the Ford Territory and FPV F6X 2004 to 2011 series vehicles

The invention also relieves the limitation of lack of aftermarket gauge holders and or the optional accessory mount holders. Users can drill the platform to add switches small two way radios mobile phone cradles and other mountable devices.

The invention addresses issues of damaging a vehicles interior by avoiding screwing or drilling to factory trim by using existing panels screw mounting points to secure the invention to the same factory points and other screw points are hidden from view. Furthermore by providing an alternative mounting position for gauges and accessories it eliminates car interior damage.

Another concern addressed by the invention is that it minimises protrusions therefore direct impact with driver by avoiding top of dashboard below windscreen and is placed in a position where it is recessed into the dash

The low position also avoids direct reflection of light directly into the eyes of the driver reducing vision interference while driving avoiding tiredness and confusion especially with night time driving from prior art.

The positioning of the invention provides easy access/ room for wiring as there is sufficient room and access to run wires directly to to their connections.

The mount alleviates limitations in that it is a customisable to mount one two or three gauges by drilling holes or accessories and in popular sizes therefore if the public wishes to add a gauge they can do so without the need for purchasing a dedicated holder to suit minimising cost.

The invention allows viewing by passenger and driver so that in high speed and troubleshooting the gauge information can be monitored more safely and longer periods by passenger allowing driver to concentrate on safe driving,

Brief description of drawings VO Ο <N Ο <υ Q m

<N O VO o <N 6

Figure 1 is a view of the invention installed in place with the factory radio fascia in place with the shaded area highlighting the invention itself.

Figure 2 is a side view of the invention with front and back clearly labelled . 7 Ό Ύ—\ Ο <Ν Ο D Ω m

Detailed description of invention

Technical contents and detailed description of present invention with reference to diagrams. <Ν ο Ύ—\ Ό Η Ο <Ν

Figure2 shows the inventions view from drivers' side of car with the top flap 3. Moving downwards from there top angle 4 is labeled which leads to the main body 2 which is the area where accessories can be mounted onto or into the mount by cutting customizing cutting of the area required. The main body then leads to lower angle 5 which leads to bottom flaps 1. .The bottom flap 1 with the lower angle 5 rest on existing factory console plastic protruding towards the rear of the car at the gear surround console .

Figure 1 shows the invention installed into position with the shaded area highlighting it in contrast to the existing car structures. The view is from a person looking from the rear towards the front of the vehicle. The invention therefore is facing the rear of the car. The existing factory tissue box pocket must first be removed so the invention can be fitted.

From the top of the invention labeled 3 is the top flap which bends backwards at angle 4 to allow the predrilled holes at A and B to use self tapper screws to secure the top of the invention to the same holes already in place which were used to secure the removed factory tissue box pocket.

Leading down from angle 4 the invention joins to the main body 2 which is where it becomes a functional face platform area which can be drilled cut or affix gauges accessories switches 2 way radios or whatever the user can fit to it. Due to the slope of the existing radio console the inventions angle is not straight down therefore the main body face sits at a slight angle facing allowing the driver easier vision of gauges or accessories fitted.

Main body 2 then leads down to lower angle 5 on each the lower flap 1. C ,D are precut holes to allow screws to secure the lower flap of the invention to the cars console plastic trim below it. E and F are optional screw holes in the lower flap to assist fastening.

Claims (4)

1. Claims defining the invention gauge and accessory dash holder mount 1 The mounting platform is a dash mountable platform made of pvc, polycarbonate ,acrylic ,abs plastic metal or other suitable material for fabrication there to mount after market gauges or other mountable accessories or devices individually or in combinations thereof.
2. 2 The inventions dimensions angles base /top screw points serve to mount the invention securely to the existing interiors shape below the radio of the car.
3. 3 The gauge and accessory holder is multifunctional in that one two or three after market gauges and or other mounting accessories may also be fitted due to the drillable customisable nature of the invention.
4. 4 The invention is low mount holder platform for gauge or gauge accessories and other mountable devices.