Re: Trunk Rack Swing Hinge Part Numbers

Posted by BigKev On 2023/8/9 11:12:58

The brace you see has a "T" on the lower end that fits between the bars in the rack. So it is just a stop to keep the trunk from flopping too far to the right. But I don't believe there was any positive lock to keep it from coming back the other way if not parked on level ground or a strong wind was blowing right to left. No spring assist. The bar on the other side of the luggage trunk (part C) acts as a spacer/foot, and accepts a threaded knob from the underside to lock it down in the closed position.

I'm sure the trunks were mostly for clothing and such, not gold bar transport. So not sure how heavy it would have been.