Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Secret memo regarding the 'Myth' project and its similarity to the new Austin 12. | ||
| View original record | 1030 700 SECRET To Rm. from Ev. 10.10.39. Re Myth We thought that you might be interested in the par- ticulars enclosed herewith of the new "Austin 12". In many ways the "myth" is almost identical,… | ||
| scan0002 | Specification sheet for the Austin 12 car. | ||
| View original record | A U S T I N 1 2 ENGINE. Bore 69.35 m.m. Stroke 101.6 m.m. 1535 c.c. Tax rating 11.9 h.p. 42 h.p. at 4,000 r.p.m. Large dia. crankshaft. Bi-metal main bearings. Side valves, barrel tappets. Anodised… | ||
| scan0003 | Notes on the practical forging techniques for various metals. | ||
| View original record | MYTH 700 E Bn. Da. COPY. HPS/Cy.1/BA.21.11.39. NOTES ON FORGINGS. ------------ The following remarks are intended to give Design and Detail Draughtsmen a brief outline of practical forging technique… | ||
| scan0004 | The forging procedure, including flash and contracting allowances. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Forging Procedure. We will now consider the forging procedure, analysing the constructions of the dies and the reasons for their various features as they arise. The piece of material, or blank,… | ||
| scan0005 | Page detailing contraction allowances, draft allowances, and die cracks in the forging process. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - The general contraction allowances are for :- Steel. .010 per inch. Brass. .010 to .012 per inch. Aluminium. .015 per inch. These figures are for the die sinkers use, and the die sizes are… | ||
| scan0006 | Forging cracks, stress concentration, die design, and errors in the forging process. | ||
| View original record | - 4 - is on the outside, the outside wall of the cavity is deeper than on the inside, as in an ordinary H sectioned arm, and if the draft angles are the same there will be a greater pressure on the… | ||
| scan0007 | Variations and faults in metal forgings, such as chopping and offset. | ||
| View original record | - 5 - Variations in length of forgings from the same batch made in the same dies arise owing to the sometimes widely different temperatures of the forging at the time the last blow is struck on each.… | ||
| scan0008 | Notes and guidelines on forging principles and techniques. | ||
| View original record | -.6 - (3) Offset, which affects section thickness and tooling location. (4) Draft allowance, its amount and disposition, affecting weight and ease of forging. (5) Particularly the remarks on die… | ||
| scan0009 | Secret memorandum discussing the design progress of 'Project of Myth', focusing on suspension, track width, and body construction. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. [Handwritten: 1530 (crossed out)] [Handwritten: 700] To Rm. from Ev. c. to Rm/EAG. c. to Rm/FJH. Ev.1/JH.28.6.40. re Project of Myth. [Handwritten initials: FJH] We wish to confirm that we… | ||
| scan0010 | To 'Jr' regarding a request for a timeline to finish the Hyth engine patterns. | ||
| View original record | To; "Jr". 1030 re HYTH Engine. --------------------- Rm3/Dm20.7.40 100 I have a chance of getting the Hyth patterns made if we can get the job cleaned up in the immediate future, so I would therefore… | ||
| scan0011 | Outlining the design and procurement plan for engine components from outside suppliers. | ||
| View original record | 1030 To Rm. Jnr.1/JH.23.7.40. [Struck through text: Myth Engine. Rm.5/Dn.20.7.40.] In six weeks I can issue designs for all the large pattern details, but before their release we have to find from… | ||
| scan0012 | Decision memo favouring a four-part design over a two-part design. | ||
| View original record | .C.A.S.58.FL/1.1m. .m. ou We have to decide whether we have 2 parts or four. ' I favour the latter, and will explain to you. emg Jnr. | ||
| scan0013 | Design drawings and specifications for the 'Myth Engine'. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c.c. to Rm/HH. Myth Engine. 2.5 Bore x 3.937 Stroke. Please receive herewith the following designs - (1) PL.318 Oil Pump & Sump. fitted with a floating oil intake (2) PL.324 Gasket & Cylinder… | ||
| scan0014 | Design and features of the PL.333 Connecting Rod. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. the minimum size for the various details. We have striven to reduce the inertia of the valve mechanism by making all the moving parts as light as is considered practical. (8) PL.332 Exhaust… | ||
| scan0015 | Fitting a large 4-cylinder engine into the 'Myth' car model, comparing it with the 'Rippletto' model. | ||
| View original record | Nº 1030 Ev. from Rm. c. Rm/EAG. Myth 700 Rm.7/ML.18.9.40. re RIPPLETTO. Confirming our discussion yesterday, we are anxious to be able to get the large 4-cylinder engine into the Myth. The Rippletto,… | ||
| scan0016 | Dispatch of a tappet door, petrol pump, and crank chamber breather for the 10 HP Myth Engine. | ||
| View original record | 1630 700 To Rmm. c.c. to Rm/HH. Jnr.7/JH.25.9.40. 10 H.P. Myth. Engine. Please receive herewith PL.315 tappet door, and PL.350 petrol pump and crank chamber breather. It will be noticed that we have… | ||
| scan0017 | New designs for the M.40 Engine, including carburetter, oil pipes, and thermostat. | ||
| View original record | 1030 To Rm. or to Rm/HH. Jnr.9/JH.26.9.40. 700 M.40 Engine. We send herewith the following designs :- PL.339 which shows the induction pipe, horizontal S.U. carburetter, air silencer and sheet metal… | ||
| scan0018 | Confirmation of an agreement to dispose of a Buick and obtain two small cars for design information on the Myth project. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm. FILE COPY. Myth file (handwritten) Rm.1/ML.26.9.40. 30 (handwritten) This is to confirm that you agree to our disposing of the Buick and getting two small cars instead, from which we can… | ||
| scan0019 | Sale of a Buick and the purchase of replacement second-hand cars. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Sg. Sg.10/KW.30.9.40. 700 re Myth. Thanks for Rm.1/ML.26.9.40. I should be interested to know how much you obtain for the Buick and what two small cars you are going to buy instead. In… | ||
| scan0020 | Sale of a Buick to purchase two smaller cars. | ||
| View original record | Rm/AA. from Rm. Rm.2/ML.1.10.40. We want to sell the Buick and obtain two small cars for the money, if the deal will permit of such a procedure. The cars I am interested in, in order of merit, are :-… | ||
| scan0021 | Modifications to the crankcase, oil gauge, and dip stick for the 10 HP M.40. | ||
| View original record | 1030 Myth 700 To Rm. c. to Rm/HH. Jnr.2/JH.3.10.40. 10 H.P. M.40. Please receive herewith PL.358. This is a modification to PL.316 and 318 relating to the rear face of the crankcase. We have… | ||
| scan0022 | Confirming design modifications for the Thumper engine for the Myth car and suggesting investigation into the Wisp project. | ||
| View original record | Inr. from Rm. c. Ev. file Myth THUMPER ENGINE FOR MYTH. Rm.7/ML.5.10.40. 700 This is to confirm that you will complete the design modifications necessary to the thumper unit, to enable it to go into… | ||
| scan0023 | The frame, suspension, and transmission layout for the 'Myth' car model. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: Rm / Clapham, See me, P, File, Cln, 1080, Full Myth, 700 To Rm. c. to Rm/HH. c. to Rm/FJH. Ev.1/JH.8.10.40. re FRAME SUSPENSION & TRANSMISSION LAYOUT. MYTH. On PL.363 we show a… | ||
| scan0024 | Technical notes on specifications and design queries for thrust washers and camshaft bearings. | ||
| View original record | 1030 M Y T H . Mr. Hunt. 700 15.10.40. To use standard parts. Thrust washer and centre bearing. O/D of washer increased to 2.560 - 2.570 Thickness " " " .091 - .093 Counterbore deepened to suit.… | ||
| scan0025 | Confirming the initial design specifications for the Myth Project car. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Ev. c to Rm/EAG. c to Rm/HH. c to Rm/FJH. 700 1030 Ev.3/JH.30.10.40. RE MYTH PROJECT. This is to confirm that the first designs for Myth are to be for a car which can be put into… | ||
| scan0026 | Design work and modifications for the B.M.40 engine. | ||
| View original record | 1030 Myth 700 To Rm. c. to Rm/HH. Jnr.9/JH.30.10.40. B.M.40 ENGINE. The whole of the design work for this engine is now completed and the following schemes have been produced to shew the detail… | ||
| scan0027 | Modifications to the 'Thumper' design, altering it into a 'BM.40'. | ||
| View original record | -2- Jnr.9/JH.30.10.40. The bulk of this work is the Thumper design unchanged, and the modifications and alterations making it into a BM.40. are clearly indicated on the various schemes. Jnr.… | ||
| scan0028 | Parts list for the 'Myth M.40' connecting rod and piston assemblies. | ||
| View original record | 1030 700 To Rm. from Rm/HH. c. Ev. c. Rm/CTS. Rm/HH.6/SW.30.10.40. Myth M.40. Connecting Rod - Sec.5030. Piston - Sec.5040. PL.333 Connecting Rod Myth The following details have been prepared in… | ||
| scan0029 | Comparing the Morris 8 HP car with competitors and discussing post-war small car production. | ||
| View original record | 1030 To Sr. from Rm. 700 Rm.11/ET.18.11.40. The Morris 8 HP. car is now available for you to try. There is an astonishing amount of roar from the engine, and this is the worst fault of the car. It is… | ||
| scan0030 | Outlining a programme of design work, focusing on staff allocation for a tank project and related overtime. | ||
| View original record | 1030 700 To Ev. from Rm. Rm.3/ET.23.11.40. PROGRAMME OF DESIGN WORK. ------------------------- As we have already pointed out, we wish to keep the Myth work going and at the same time tackle this tank… | ||
| scan0031 | File copy of a memo confirming specifications for an 18 Horsepower 6 Cylinder engine. | ||
| View original record | FILE COPY Jnr. from Rm. Rm.2/ML.28.11.40. Myth 1030 700 18 HORSEPOWER 6 CYLINDER. Confirming our conversation with regard to this engine, we agree to the journal bearings being put up to 2½. We agree… | ||
| scan0032 | Specification for Myth Chassis with M.40 engine, detailing outstanding design items. | ||
| View original record | to EV/JD. (struck through) EV/DB. from Ev. c. to Rm. 1030 Ev.7/JH.29.11.40. 100 re Specification of Myth Chassis with M.40 - 1.267 lts. We are enclosing herewith our file of the specification of Myth… | ||
| scan0033 | Summary of design status and requirements for vehicle components including clutch, gearbox, and suspension. | ||
| View original record | -2- Ev.7/JH.29.11.40. Clutch. A clutch casing has been done for column control gearchange PL.335, but it will do for side levers. A design is needed for clutch actuation based on CD.1499. A rigid… | ||
| scan0034 | Outline of specifications and design requirements for various car components. | ||
| View original record | -3- Steering. Ev/DB. has the geometry in hand. We have to produce a scheme for a Marles Box for the first car. Subsequently we may try a Burman Douglas. First Car to have an existing box if possible… | ||
| scan0035 | Specification for the Myth chassis with the M.40 1.267 litre engine. | ||
| View original record | 1030 To Ev. from Ev/JD. Copy to Rm. & Ra/HH. Re: SPECIFICATION OF MYTH CHASSIS WITH M.40 ENGINE - 1.267 LITRES 100 Please receive herewith a copy of the specification for the 10 h.p. Myth chassis… | ||
| scan0036 | Work list detailing outstanding designs for the 10 HP Myth chassis, divided into three groups based on completion status. | ||
| View original record | 1030 To Mr. from Ev/JD. Copy to Rm. Rm/EAG. Ev/JD.2/IT.5.12.40. 700 WORK LIST FOR THE 10 H.P. MYTH CHASSIS. The outstanding designs required to complete the 10 H.P. Myth chassis, as shown on the… | ||
| scan0037 | List of required designs for the chassis, transmission, brakes, and coachwork. | ||
| View original record | Ev/JD.2/MT.3.12.40 - 2 - CHASSIS TRANSMISSION & BRAKES. 10. Clutch Actuation. 11. Side Speed Lever. 12. Standard Cheaper Speedo Drive. 13. Hand Brake in Scuttle. 14. Hand Brake Linkages. 15. Propeller… | ||
| scan0038 | Work list detailing the outstanding designs required to complete the 10 HP Myth chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. [redacted], From Ev/JD. Copy to Rm. [redacted] 700 Ev/JD.2/ET.5.12.40. 1030 WORK LIST FOR THE 10 H.P. MYTH CHASSIS. ------------------------------------------ The outstanding designs required… | ||
| scan0039 | List of required designs for chassis, transmission, brakes, and coachwork components. | ||
| View original record | Ev/JD.2/ET.5.12.40 - 2 - CHASSIS TRANSMISSION & BRAKES. 10. Clutch Actuation. 11. Side Speed Lever. 12. Standard Cheaper Speedo Drive. 13. Hand Brake in Scuttle. 14. Hand Brake Linkages. 15. Propeller… | ||
| scan0040 | Parts to adapt the earlier B.40 engine for the Myth chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/HH. c.c to EV. Rm/HH.1/SW.6.1&.40. The particulars on this memo have not been issued. EM.40. Myth 1030 700 In accordance with PL's.383-4-5-6. -------------------- Sec.5000 Crankcase and… | ||
| scan0041 | List of engine parts categorized by section number, with notes on experimental parts and pending modifications. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Sec.5160. RE.1842 Fan Pulley. 1 Off. RE.1843 Fan. 1 " RE.1906 Fan Belt. 1 " RE.1852 L.O.P. Water Pump & Fan. Sec.5170 RE.1844 Oil Pump Casing. 1 Off. RE.1845 Oil Pump Cover. 1 " RE.1846 Oil Pump… | ||
| scan0042 | Parts list for the M.40 MYTH Oil Pump. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/HH. c.c. to Ev. [crossed out] [Handwritten]: 1700 [Handwritten, crossed out]: 1030 Rm/HH.2/SW.6.12.40. The particulars on this memo have not been issued. M.40 MYTH. [MYTH is circled]… | ||
| scan0043 | Modification to the Distributor Housing (RE.1907) to suit a Delco-Remy drawing. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/HH. c. to Bv. [text struck through] hytH [handwritten] 700 [handwritten] Rm/HH.3/SW.9.12.40. The particulars on this memo have not been issued. 1030 [handwritten] BM.40. Sec.5000.… | ||
| scan0044 | Listing drawings for crankcase and bearing parts prepared for a specific chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/HH. c. Teddy. c. to Rm/CBS. MYTH M.40. MOU 1080 Rm/HH.4/SW.9.12.40. Crankcase & Bearings Sec.5000. Further to our memo Rm/HH.1/SW.24.9.40, the following drawings have been prepared in… | ||
| scan0045 | Continued list of engine parts with reference numbers, concluding a set of instructions. | ||
| View original record | -cont- - 2 - Rm/HH.4/SW.9.12.40. RE.1813 Breather. RE.1814 Breather pipe. RE.1815 Water Gallery. RE.1816 Cap - water gallery. RE.1817 Water Jacket Plug. RE.1818 Bearing cap - front. RE.1819 Bearing… | ||
| scan0046 | Confirming the supply of information for a general arrangement drawing of the 'Myth'. | ||
| View original record | Ev/JD. from Rm. c. Rp/HH. 700 Rm.11/ML.12.12.40. 1030 GENERAL ARRANGEMENT DRAWING MYTH. This is to confirm that you are going to supply one of Rm/HH's men with the information necessary to enable him… | ||
| scan0047 | List of drawings for the Myth M.40 model's wheelcase and triangular drive. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/HH. c. to Ev. c. to Rm/GTS. c. to Ev/JD. 700 1030 file Rm/HH.5/SW.14.12.40. Myth M.40. Wheelcase - Sec.5180. PL.334 Wheelcase & Triangular Drive. The following drawings have been… | ||
| scan0048 | Parts for the Myth M.40 project, specifically for the Air Silencer and Inlet Pipes. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/HH. c. to Ev. c. to Rm/CTS. c. Ey/JD. [Handwritten: 700 1030] Rm/HH.6/SW.14.12.40. [Handwritten: file] Myth M.40. Air Silencer - Sec.5082. Inlet Pipes - Sec.5070. PL.339 - Induction… | ||
| scan0049 | Parts list detailing components for cylinder head and related assemblies. | ||
| View original record | 700 To Rm. from Rm/HH. c. to EV. c. to Rm/CTS. c. to Ev/JD. hytt Rm/HH.1/SW.16.12.40. M.40. 4038 PL.324 - Gasket & Cylinder Block Facing. PL.325 - Cylinder Head & Block. PL.328 - Compression Space.… | ||
| scan0050 | Parts list for assemblies Sec.5060 and Sec.8120, detailing components like tappets, rocker arms, and distributors. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- - 2 - Sec.5060. RE.1880 Tappet - inlet. 4 Off. RE.1881 Tappet - exhaust. 4 " RE.1882 Rocker Arm - RH. 2 " RE.1883 Rocker Arm - LH. 2 " RE.1884 Rocker Shaft. 1 " RE.1885 Rocker Pedestal -… | ||
| scan0051 | Instructions for modifying a B.60 camshaft to suit a B.40 engine, with a list of associated drawings. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/HH. c. to Rm/CTS. c. to Ev/JD. 700 Rm/HH.3/SW.16.12.40. 1030 B.60 Camshaft Modified to suit B.40 Engine. Myth In the event of the existing B.40 camshaft being unsuccessful due to cam… | ||
| scan0052 | Abandoned schemes and distribution of original drawings for the 12 HP Myth Engine project. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. [Handwritten]: 700 1030 [Handwritten in red]: Myth To Rm. from Ev. c. Rm/HH. c. Ev/JD. Ev.6/SW.20.12.40. Project of 12 H.P. Myth Engine. Attached to the copy of this memo to Rm/HH. are the… | ||
| scan0053 | Design specifications for the 'Myth' rear roll rod, including its dimensions and clearances. | ||
| View original record | 700 1030 To Rm. from Ev/JD. c. to Ev. c. to Rm/HH. c. to Rm/EAG. Ev/JD.3/SW.1.1.41. MYTH. Rear Roll Rod. We have attached to Rm/HH's copy the original of PL.415 Rear Roll Rod. The above scheme shows a… | ||
| scan0054 | Parts list and instructions for fitting self-adjusting tappets to a 2.1 Litre BM.40 engine, reference PL.430. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/HH. c. to Ev. (Ev is crossed out) Wyatt 1080 700 Rm/HH.5/SW.6.1.41. BM.40 2.1 Litres. Self Adjusting Tappets to PL.430. The following details have been made in accordance with the above… | ||
| scan0055 | Preparing new drawings for an induction pipe and a water connection pipe to fit a horizontal carburettor. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/HH. c. to Rm/CTS. Imp # 700 Rm/HH.3/SW.10.1.41. BM.40. 1030 Inlet Pipe - Sec. 5070. Water Conn - Sec. 5190. In accordance with the communication from S.U. Co., for fitting a horizontal… | ||
| scan0056 | Preparation of a distributor housing to accommodate a Delco distributor and ordering of a driving sleeve. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/HH. c. to Rm/CTS. c. to Ev/JD. [Handwritten]: Wyt 1030 700 Rm/HH.2/SW.16.1.41. BM.40. Crankcase & Bearings Sec.5000. The following detail has been prepared in order to accommodate the… | ||
| scan0057 | The adaptation of a 'Halford' Self Adjusting Tappet to the 4 cylinder BM.40 engine. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/HH. c. to Jnr. Mytt 1030 Rm/HH.4/SW.16.1.41. 700 "Halford" Self Adjusting Tappet adapted to the 4 cyl BM.40. The scheme above, has been prepared at the request of Rm. with a view to… | ||
| scan0058 | Obsolete preliminary drawing for 'Myth' that needs to be printed and filed. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c. to Rm/HH. [struck through] c. to Ev/JD. [struck through] 700 1030 Ev.3/JH.16.1.41. re Myth. We attach to Rm/HH's. copy of this memo. the original of PL.40. One of the Preliminary drawings… | ||
| scan0059 | Work list detailing outstanding design requirements for the 10 HP Myth chassis. | ||
| View original record | 1030 700 To Rm. from EV/JD. c.c. to Ev. c.c. to Rm/HH. Ev/JD.1/SW.4.2.41. Work List for 10 h.p. Myth. Below are the outstanding designs required to complete the Myth Chassis as far as the Chassis… | ||
| scan0060 | Listing the status of various vehicle design components, categorised by their priority. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - (24) Dashboard insulation. (25) Dashboard wiring. EV/JD. This design requires to be deemed as an essential and necessary to complete an estimate. It's right we now is working on with extreme… | ||
| scan0061 | Changing the position of the oil filter on the Myth engine. | ||
| View original record | 400 1080 To Rm. from Ev/JD. c. to Ev. c. to Jmr. c. to Rm/HH. Ev/JD.3/SW.11.2.41. MYTH. Engine Oil Fittings. We attach to Rm/HH's copy the original of :- PL.502 - Type I.M. By-pass oil filter. The… | ||
| scan0062 | Issuing drawings to HPS for Myth engine, 8-cylinder block, and front suspension components. | ||
| View original record | Chassis To Rm/HH. from Rm. Rm.10/ET.20.2.41. 1644 ISSUE OF DRAWINGS TO HPS. ----------------------- 10 H.P. MYTH. Please let HPS. have as many drawings of the big pieces of the Myth as possible. Also… | ||
| scan0063 | Parts list for the Myth Engine M.40, detailing components for the crankcase and cylinders. | ||
| View original record | 700 1030 To M/S. from Rm/HH. c. to Rm. c. to Ev. c. to Rm/GMS. c. to Ev/JD. Rm/HH. 10/SW.20.2.41. Myth Engine M.40. We send you herewith one blueprint of details in connection with the above engine :-… | ||
| scan0064 | Parts list for various engine components, including crankcase, crankshaft, connecting rod, piston, and cylinder head. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- - 2 - Rm/HH.10/SW.20.2.41. RE.1812 Joint - top & bottom half crankcase. RE.1813 Breather. RE.1814 Breather Pipe. RE.1815 Water Gallery. RE.1816 Cap - water gallery. RE.1817 Water Jacket Plug.… | ||
| scan0065 | Parts list categorized by engine system, showing part numbers and their descriptions. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- - 3 - Rm/HH.10/SW.20.2.41. RE.1927 Valve Guide - inlet. RE.1928 Oil Filler Cap. RE.1929 Washer - oil filler cap. RE.1930 Adaptor - rocker cover. RE.1931 Stud - rocker pedestal. RE.1932 Joint… | ||
| scan0066 | Continued parts list for the Oil Pump and Wheelcase & Fittings sections. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- -4- Rm/HH.10/SW.20.2.41. Sec.5170. Oil Pump. RE.1704 Oil Pump Casing. RE.1705 Oil Pump Cover. RE.1706 Oil Feed Pipe. RE.1707 Flange - oil feed pipe. RE.1708 Driving Gear. RE.1709 Driven Gear.… | ||
| scan0067 | Letter to Howard Graham Ltd. regarding the modification of drawing PL.505 to conform with their print 040. | ||
| View original record | [Typed Text] c. EV. EV/DB.2/RH. 20th February, 1941. Howard Graham Ltd., Tiddington Road, STRATFORD-on-AVON. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your two letters of February 15th. and 17th, ref. HCW/DM/143 and… | ||
| scan0068 | Outlining design limitations for the Myth engine's inlet and exhaust system on the nearside, specifically when applying the Wisp arrangement. | ||
| View original record | Please, who shall do the designing? Jnr. To Rm. c. to Rm/TAS. c. to Rm/HH. 700 SECRET. 1030 Jnr.1/JH.21.2.41. Myth Inlet & Exhaust on the Nearside. The design work involved in applying the Wisp… | ||
| scan0069 | Confirming the decision to produce a Myth engine and requesting work to begin on the pistons. | ||
| View original record | 700 1030 To Rm/CTS. from Rm. Will you please note that it has now been agreed that we are going to make a Myth engine, and that the first unit to be completed will be the 10 h.p. Will you please put… | ||
| scan0070 | Ongoing development and testing of the Myth engine. | ||
| View original record | To Jmr. From Rn. Copy to Ev. Rn/TAS. Rn/HH. 1030 400 MYTH ENGINE. We shall not stop the Myth engine being made in its present form. We cannot, however, complete it without a camshaft. We have… | ||
| scan0071 | Request for information on camshaft acceleration, deceleration, and tappet velocity for various engine models. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/TAS. from Rm. 700 1030 Rm.12/ET.26.2.41. While you are doing the Myth camforms, I should be glad if you would give me a little general information about our camshaft, in easily understood units.… | ||
| scan0072 | Development of the experimental 'Myth' engine, discussing drawings and production of 8, 10, and 12 HP variants. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm. Rm.1/GT.27.2.41. EXPERIMENTAL MYTH ENGINE. Herewith a copy of the report on the general chassis position, which I circulated a short time ago. There are several small drawings missing… | ||
| scan0073 | Criticisms and agreed changes for various 'Myth' engine component drawings. | ||
| View original record | 700 1030 To Ba/HS. From Bm. Copy to Mr. Jnr. Bm/CTS. Bm.2/EP.15.3.41. MYTH DETAIL DRAWINGS Some criticisms made by HPS. on Myth drawings were reviewed by Bm., who made the following comments:- 1 -… | ||
| scan0074 | Meeting minutes detailing design and manufacturing decisions for various engine components. | ||
| View original record | Rm.2/T.15.3.41 - 2 - 10 - R.M.1712 - The end limit on the detail drawing was agreed to be unnecessary. 11 - R.M.1713 - It was agreed that the first oil pump should be without bush, but not that the… | ||
| scan0075 | Note regarding criticisms of the front engine mounting and a request for alternative designs. | ||
| View original record | No.2/ST.15.3.41 - 3 - 23 - FRONT ENGINE MOUNTING. - The Shop's criticisms of the existing design do not seem very reasonable. Rm. has asked Rm/EH. to make one or two alternative details for… | ||
| scan0076 | Letter to High Duty Alloys Ltd. concerning the development of a post-war chassis using the maximum amount of light alloy. | ||
| View original record | Rm.2/ML. A.Devereux,Esq., High Duty Alloys Ltd., 89, Buckingham Avenue, Trading Estate, SLOUGH. Bucks. Dear Devereux, Whilst at the moment we have very little spare time, one of the things we have… | ||
| scan0077 | Specification outline for the first 'Myth' car, detailing components and suppliers. | ||
| View original record | Ev. from Rm. c. Rm/EAG. Jnr. c. Ev/JD. Rm/HH. c. Rm/Wym. Rm/CTS. 700 1030 Rm.2/ML.20.3.41. FIRST MYTH CAR. Whilst the R.A.F. are making up their minds as to the final specification of the winch which… | ||
| scan0078 | Disagreements and a compromise on 'Myth Detail Drawings'. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Jnr. c.c. to Rm/HH. [text is struck through] 700 Jnr.5/SW.20.3.41. Myth Detail Drawings [Signature: Rm] Thank you for Rm.2/ET.15.3.41., I do not agree to items 2, 16, 17, 22 and 23, and… | ||
| scan0079 | Design suggestions and decisions for various engine components related to the 'Myth Detail Drawings'. | ||
| View original record | To WPC. from Jnr. c.c. to Rm. c.c. to Rm/HH. Jnr.1/SW.20.3.41. Myth Detail Drawings. I have carefully been over all of your suggestions and debated them with Mr.Bellamy. No.1. Crankshaft Oil Seal… | ||
| scan0080 | Meeting notes or design review decisions on various engine components. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- - 2 - Jnr.1/SW.20.3.41. No.7. RE.1683 - Camshaft. The diameter of the camshaft is such that even if the small hole up the centre wanders considerably, it will not fail. Alternatively the… | ||
| scan0081 | Review of design and manufacturing proposals for various engine components. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- - 3 - Jnr.1/SW.20.3.41. No.14. Dipstick. The design of the dipstick is silly. The position of the engine and the high catwalk demands a long piece of wire, say about 18" long, to make it… | ||
| scan0082 | List of notes and decisions on various engine components and designs. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- - 4 - Jnr.1/SW.20.3.41. No.22. RE.1935 - Rocker Cover Studs. The collars on these studs ensure that the studs are truly vertical and they must be, because the studs locate the rocker cover.… | ||
| scan0083 | List of numbered points detailing agreements and disagreements on engineering specifications. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- - 5 - Jnr.1/SW.20.3.41. No.30. RE.1900. Agree to a flat for air release. No.31. RE.1899. The sphere must be retained as we depend on line contact at the seat, we agree to delete the flat… | ||
| scan0084 | Design of the accelerator pedal for the Myth chassis. | ||
| View original record | 1020. To Rm. from Ev/JD. c. to Dr. c. to Rm/EAG. 700 Ev/JD.2/SW.20.3.41. MYTH. P E D A L S. We attach to Rm/HH's copy the original of :- PL.516 - Accelerator Pedal. The above scheme shows the… | ||
| scan0085 | Letter from High Duty Alloys Ltd. to W.A. Robotham regarding a meeting, alloy pricing, and a car review. | ||
| View original record | HIGH DUTY ALLOYS LTD. TELEPHONE: SLOUGH 21201 (PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE) TELEGRAMS: ALLOYS, SLOUGH. DIRECTORS: W. C. DEVEREUX, F.R. Ae.S., (Managing) DUNCAN McKELLAR. SECRETARY: F. J. S. LAWRENCE H G,… | ||
| scan0086 | Design of a 'Myth' cylinder head with exhaust and inlet ports on the near side. | ||
| View original record | 700 1030 To Rm. from Jnr. c. to Rm/HH. Jnr.1/SW.22.3.41. MYTH Cylinder Head with Exhaust & Inlet Ports on the Near Side. Herewith are the designs - PL.518 and PL.519, which completes all the work… | ||
| scan0087 | Letter from Hiduminium Engineering Ltd. proposing a meeting to discuss resuming work on aluminium alloy brake drums. | ||
| View original record | Directors W.C.DEVEREUX,F.R.Ae.S.(CHAIRMAN) J. AHERNE-HERON(MANAGING) S. SANDERS F. J. S. LAWRENCE HIDUMINIUM ENGINEERING LTD. 115, BUCKINGHAM AVENUE, SLOUGH, BUCKS. Telephone SLOUGH 2 3 6 8 4… | ||
| scan0088 | Letter to Hiduminium Engineering Ltd. discussing light alloy brake drums and an attached drawing for an aluminium rear axle. | ||
| View original record | JAH/AR 700 Rm.11/ML. 25.3.41. J.Aherne-Heron,Esq., Hiduminium Engineering Ltd., 115, Buckingham Avenue, SLOUGH. Bucks. Dear Sir, Thank you for your letter of the 22nd. March. I suggest provisionally… | ||
| scan0089 | Letter to W.C. Devereux of High Duty Alloys Ltd. regarding a Bentley V project, light alloy pricing, and a meeting. | ||
| View original record | WCD/HMM Rm.10/ML. W.C.Devereux,Esq., High Duty Alloys Ltd., 89, Buckingham Avenue, Trading Estate, SLOUGH. Dear Devereux, Thank you for your letter of the 21st. March. We will try and make the Bentley… | ||
| scan0090 | Addition of sealing washers to the accelerator pedal and other potential design modifications. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Ev/JD. Copy to Ev. Rm/HH. Rm/EAG. 700 . 1030 . Ev/JD.4/ET.26.3.41. MYTH - PEDALS. We attach to Rm/HH's copy the original of PL.523, Sealing Washers on Accelerator Pedal. The above scheme… | ||
| scan0091 | Announcing a meeting to discuss cost savings on the Myth engine. | ||
| View original record | FILE COPY. Ev. from Rm. c. Jnr. c. Ev/JD. c. Rm/HH. Myth 700 1030 Rm.2/ML.26.3.41. Please note that on Friday next, March 28th, there will be a meeting at 2.30 p.m. in my office with HPS. to discuss… | ||
| scan0092 | Modifications to the accelerator pedal, including adding sealing washers and welding the throttle lever. | ||
| View original record | To En. From Ev/SD. Copy to Ev. En/Hi. En/S&G. 1080 700 Ev/SD/E/26.3.41. MYTH - PEDALS. We attach to En/Hi's copy the original of FL.323, Sealing Washers on Accelerator Pedal. The above scheme shows… | ||
| scan0093 | Confirming required information for the M.40 Test Rig. | ||
| View original record | 700 To Hm. [illegible signature] HPS/CEP.3/EP.29.3.41. [illegible handwriting] Please note [illegible signature] M.40 Test Rig. Further to conversation on Friday, March 28th, this is to confirm… | ||
| scan0094 | New, simpler, and less expensive dipstick scheme for the M.40 Test Rig, superceding a previous version. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/HH. c.c. to [REDACTED] c.c. to [REDACTED] 700 Rm/HH.4/SW.2.4.41. M.40 Test Rig (Myth). PL.524 - Dipstick - Sec.5000. In accordance with a request from the Experimental Department for a… | ||
| scan0095 | Blueprints for an Oil Pump Locking Plate to simplify locking nuts for the pump cover. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/HH. c.c. to Rm. c.c. to Ev. c.c. to Rm/OTS. c.c. to Ev/JD. 500 1030 Rm/HH.1/SW.7.4.41. MYTH. Oil Pump - Sec.5170. We send you herewith blueprints of the following detail :- RE.2346… | ||
| scan0096 | List of revised blueprints for M.40 Test Rig engine component alterations. | ||
| View original record | 700 To HPS. from Rm/HH. c. to Rm. c. to Ev/JD. Rm/HH.3/SW.7.4.41. M.40 - Test Rig. Please receive herewith a revised issue of blueprints in accordance with your memo reference HPS/CHP.3/EP.31.3.41,… | ||
| scan0097 | List of part alterations for the Oil Pump, Wheelcase, and Camshaft sections. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- - 2 - Rm/HH.3/SW.7.4.41. Sec.5170. Oil Pump. RE.1712 Bush - driven Gear. Alteration 275/RE. RE.1704 Oil Pump Casing " 272/RE. RE.1705 Casing Cover " 297/RE. RE.1715 Oil Pump LOP. " 288/RE.… | ||
| scan0098 | Parts for the M.40 Test Rig rear suspension, anti-roll bar, and shock damper systems. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/HH. c. to Ev. c. to Ev/JD. 700 Rm/HH.6/SW.8.4.41. M.40 Test Rig. PL.370 - Rear Suspension PL.415 - Rear Anti-roll Bar PL.431 - Rear Shock Damper. Sec.7000 - Frame & Fittings Sec.7150 -… | ||
| scan0099 | Parts list for the M.40 Test Rig Petrol Tank, under schemes PL.427 and PL.449. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/HH. c. to [REDACTED] c. to [REDACTED] WO Rm/HH.1/SW.15.4.41. M.40 Test Rig. Sec.7080 - Petrol Tank (8 Galls 1 Reserve) to PL.427 and PL.449. The following details have been prepared in… | ||
| scan0100 | Specification for the first 'Myth' car, detailing outstanding designs required to complete the chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Ev/JD. c. to Ev. c. to Jnr. c. to Rm/HH. c. to Rm/BAG. 700 Ev/JD.1/SW.17.4.41. MYTH. Specification - 1st Car. We attach to Rm/HH's copy the originals of :- PL.532 - Specification of 10 HP… | ||
| scan0101 | List detailing the design status for various car components, continued from a previous page. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- - 2 - Ev/JD.1/SW.17.4.41. (8) Sec.7000 Frame - jack lifting bracket Design Req'd. Rear Engine Mounting, to suit Morris 8 Gearbox " " Rear Bumper & Mounting " " (9) Sec.7008 Front Bumper &… | ||
| scan0102 | Confirming the requirement for complete 'Myth' designs before transferring staff to tank work. | ||
| View original record | 700 To Ev. from Rm. Copy to Ev/JD. MYTH DESIGN WORK. ----------------------- This is to confirm that we want complete designs to enable the Myth to be built before we transfer anybody from Draper's… | ||
| scan0103 | Design of an inlet and exhaust manifold on the near side. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Jnr. c. to Rm/HH. 700 Jnr.3/SW.18.4.41. MYTH. Inlet & Ex. Manifold on Near Side. Herewith PL.546 showing the above and fitted with an Exhaust hot spot control valve. These pipes are for… | ||
| scan0104 | Specification sheet for the 10HP MYTH model, detailing its major components. | ||
| View original record | MYTH 700 ENGINE 4 CYL. 2.5 BORE 3.937 STROKE CAPACITY 1267 CC 10 HP R.A.C. 7 TO 1 COMP RATIO. OVERHEAD INLET. C.I MONO-BLOCK WITH SIDE EXHAUST. CAMSHAFT AND CRANK JOURNAL BRGS. 3 BEARING CRANKSHAFT.… | ||
| scan0105 | Specification sheet detailing engine components and their designs. | ||
| View original record | SPECIFICATION SPECIFICATION No PL420 ISSUE No 1 SHEET No 2 SEC. No TITLE. DESCRIPTION. DESIGN No DETAILS L.O.P. REMARKS. 5000 CRANKCASE & BEARINGS CYLINDER. CI MONOBLOC . 3 JOURNAL BEARINGS PL 316… | ||
| scan0106 | Specification sheet for various engine components and systems. | ||
| View original record | SPECIFICATION SPECIFICATION No PL422 ISSUE No 1 SHEET No 3 SEC. No | TITLE. | DESCRIPTION. | DESIGN No | DETAILS | L.O.P. | REMARKS. --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- 5060 | VALVES & FITTINGS. |… | ||
| scan0107 | Specification sheet listing various engine and chassis components, their design numbers, and remarks. | ||
| View original record | SPECIFICATION SPECIFICATION No PL422a ISSUE No 1 SHEET No 4 SEC. No | TITLE. | DESCRIPTION. | DESIGN No | DETAILS | L.O.P. | REMARKS. 5200 | OIL & PETROL FITTINGS | GENERAL OIL BYE PASS FILTER.… | ||
| scan0108 | Specification sheet listing various vehicle components and their design details. | ||
| View original record | SPECIFICATION SPECIFICATION Nº PL422 ISSUE Nº 1 SHEET Nº 5 SEC. Nº | TITLE. | DESCRIPTION. | DESIGN Nº | DETAILS | L.O.P. | REMARKS. 5270 | STARTING HANDLE | | | | | DESIGN REQD 5290 | UNDERSHEETS | |… | ||
| scan0109 | Specification sheet listing vehicle components, their design numbers, and associated remarks. | ||
| View original record | SPECIFICATION SPECIFICATION No PL.422 ISSUE No 1 SHEET No 6 SEC. No | TITLE. | DESCRIPTION. | DESIGN No | DETAILS | L.O.P. | REMARKS. --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- 6110 | PROPELLER SHAFT. |… | ||
| scan0110 | Specification sheet detailing various vehicle components. | ||
| View original record | SPECIFICATION SPECIFICATION Nọ PL42a ISSUE Nọ 1 SHEET Nọ 7 SEC. Nọ | TITLE. | DESCRIPTION. | DESIGN Nọ | DETAILS | L.O.P. | REMARKS. ---|---|---|---|---|---|--- 7008 | FRONT BUMPER | | | | | DESIGN… | ||
| scan0111 | Specification sheet listing various chassis and body components and their design status. | ||
| View original record | SPECIFICATION SPECIFICATION Nº PL422 ISSUE Nº 1 SHEET Nº 8 TABLE CONTENTS: COLUMN HEADERS: SEC. Nº, TITLE., DESCRIPTION., DESIGN Nº, DETAILS, L.O.P., REMARKS. ROW 1: SEC. Nº: 7100 TITLE.: PEDALS… | ||
| scan0112 | Specification sheet listing various car components, their details, and status. | ||
| View original record | SPECIFICATION SPECIFICATION No PL.422 ISSUE No 1 SHEET No 9 SEC NO | TITLE. | DESCRIPTION. | DESIGN NO | DETAILS | L.O.P. | REMARKS. 7166 | FRONT ROLL ROD. | | | | | DESIGN IN HAND 7190 | INSTRUMENT… | ||
| scan0113 | Specification sheet detailing electrical components, their descriptions, and design numbers. | ||
| View original record | SPECIFICATION SPECIFICATION Nº PL.422 ISSUE Nº 1 SHEET Nº 10 SEC. Nº, TITLE., DESCRIPTION., DESIGN Nº, DETAILS, L.O.P., REMARKS. 8060, AUTOMATIC SWITCH, LUCAS SWITCH TO BE USED 8070 8080 8090 8100… | ||
| scan0114 | Front roll rod specifications and roll stiffness for the 'Myth' and 'B.V.' car models. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Ev/DB. Copy to Rm/HH. Ev. Rm/GB. 700 1030 Ev/DB.3/ET.17.4.41. MYTH FRONT ROLL ROD. PL.545, the original of which is attached to Rm/HH's copy, shows the front roll rod and front bumper… | ||
| scan0115 | Listing blueprints sent for the Myth Engine M.40's water pump and fan assembly. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/HH. c. to Rm. c. to Ev. c. to Rm/OTS. c. to Ev/JD. 1030 700 Rm/HH.2/SW.21.4.41. Myth Engine M.40. Water Pump & Fan - Section 5160. PL.334 - Triangular Drive. Please receive herewith… | ||
| scan0116 | Observations and component changes for the Myth Engine M.40, focusing on the Dynamo, Distributor, and Starter Motor. | ||
| View original record | 1030 700 To Rm/RO. from Rm/HH. c. to Rm. Rm/HH.4/SW.24.4.41. Myth Engine M.40. Sec.5050 - Cylinder Head Sec.8070 - Dynamo Sec.8120 - Distributor Sec.8000,8010,8020,8030,8040 - Starter Motor. The… | ||
| scan0117 | Letter to Park Ward, Ltd. detailing parts and schemes required for the MYTH chassis frame. | ||
| View original record | 1080 700 To RM. Ev/JD.12/ET. Messrs. Park Ward, Ltd., High Road - Willesden, LONDON N. W. 10. 29th April, 1941. For the attention of Mr. C.W. Ward. Dear Sirs, Re: MYTH CHASSIS FRAME We send herewith… | ||
| scan0118 | From the Chassis Design Office detailing alterations to frame components to prevent scrap. | ||
| View original record | Ev/JD.12/ET.29.4.41 - 2 - marked in red. It is intended to alter the existing pieces to prevent scrap. RP.2237 - Cruciform Rt.Hd. Channel. RP.2238 - " Lt.Hd. " RP.2239 - Front Gusset Rt.Hd. RP.2240 -… | ||
| scan0119 | Listing drawings related to the M.40 Engine's cooling system components. | ||
| View original record | 700 1030 To HPS. from Rm/HH. Copy to Rm. Rm/CTS. Er/JD. Rm/HH.1/T.30.4.41. M.40 ENGINE PL.334 - Triangular Drive. PL.339 - Induction Pipe. PL.340 - Thermostat. PL.529 - Water Connections. PL.530 - Top… | ||
| scan0120 | Camshaft blueprints, supplier issues, and updated specifications for the M.40 engine. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/HH. c. to Em. (struck through) c. to EV. (struck through) c. to Rm/GTS. c. to Ev/JD. myh (handwritten) 700 (handwritten) Rm/HH. Please see me (handwritten) Am (handwritten signature)… | ||
| scan0121 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. confirming incorrect dimensions for the MYTH chassis and enclosing an altered set of drawings. | ||
| View original record | 700 Copy to Rm. & R-y/HH. [text struck through] 11th May, 1941. Ev/JD.2/ET. Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd., 473 High Road - Willesden, LONDON N. W. 10. For the attention of Mr. C.W. Ward. Dear Sirs, re… | ||
| scan0122 | Camshaft production, discussing materials like Monikrom, hardening methods like flame hardening, and noting that prints were not received. | ||
| View original record | Rm/HH c to HPS. Xc to Rm. OK Nicle Rm/HH Please instruct sample in each type of hardening. A third in steel in case we get into any trouble. Rm 700 File TB/KNG.1/JT.20.5.41. Iron Foundry. M.40. Test… | ||
| scan0123 | Letter to Park Ward Ltd. discussing progress on the Myth chassis, body panels, and a new lightened body for the Bentley V. | ||
| View original record | c. to Ev. Rm/EAG. Ev/JD. Rm/Wym. Hm.1/RH. C.W. Ward Esq., Messrs. Park Ward Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, L O N D O N. N.W.10. Dear Ward, MYTH. I was very pleased with your progress on Myth chassis… | ||
| scan0124 | Letter discussing putting production work on the recipient's plate during the war. | ||
| View original record | -Continued- War production. If I can put any production work on your plate during the war, I will do so. Yours faithfully, | ||
| scan0125 | The material specification and production of camshafts for the M.40 engine. | ||
| View original record | 700 To HFS. from Rm/HH. c. to Rm. c. to Ev. c. to Rm/OTS. c. to Ev/JD. c. to RB/KNG. Rm/HH.3/SW.22.5.41. M.40 Engine. Cam & Rocker Mech - Sec.5090. Please receive herewith two blue- prints of the… | ||
| scan0126 | Requesting material specifications for drawings and providing instructions on new camshafts. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd. - 2 - Rm/HH.3/SW.22.5.41. We would be pleased if TB/KNG. would provide us with the following information, so that we can add these particulars to our drawings :- (1) Minimum Yield Stress. (2)… | ||
| scan0127 | Meeting notes detailing agreed modifications to components for the M.40 test rig following a conference. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. Ev. Jnr. HPS. RS. Rm/H.Hunt. Handwritten Note Top Right: Rm/H.H. Please confirm that everything in this list is as agreed. HPS/CEP.3/EP.31.3.41. Rm 700 OK NG Complete. Main Text: M.40 TEST RIG.… | ||
| scan0128 | Meeting notes discussing design changes and agreements for various engine components. | ||
| View original record | -2- HPS/CEP.3/EP.31.3.41. Item No.6 - RE.1639, RE.1640 Conn. rod and Cap. It was agreed to permit the dies to proceed and Jnr. will reconsider the bolt head fitting. RE.2340/1 Conn. Rods. Rm.… | ||
| scan0129 | Meeting minutes detailing design decisions and amendments for various components. | ||
| View original record | -3- HPS/CEP.3/EP.31.3.41. Item No.13 - RE.1716/17/18/19 Oil Sump. It was agreed to fabricate the first sump from S/DS. The problem of producing from the die casting is to receive further… | ||
| scan0130 | List of agreed amendments for various engine components, including rocker cover studs, bearing caps, and cylinder heads. | ||
| View original record | -4- HPS/CEP.3/EP.31.3.41. Item No.22 - RE.1935 Rocker Cover Stud. HPS. pointed out that rolled thread studs are the modern practice and there is no danger of pulling up at an angle on the last thread.… | ||
| scan0131 | Design amendments and material changes for various engine components. | ||
| View original record | -5- HPS/CEP.3/EP.31.3.41. Item No.30-RE1900 Valve Guide Pin. Jnr. has agreed to incorporate a flat for air release. Item No.31 - RE.1899 Valve Plunger. An amended detail drawing is to be issued… | ||
| scan0132 | Decision to delete the undercut on the RE.1903 Cylinder Head Locating Stud. | ||
| View original record | -6- HPS/CEP.3/EP.31.3.41. Item No.39 - RE.1903 Cylinder Head Locating Stud. This was not discussed but we understand Jnr. has agreed to delete undercut. ---------- HPS/CEP. | ||
| scan0133 | Specification for the M.40 Test Rig's Type I.M. by-pass filter and fittings, including a list of parts and suppliers. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/HH. c. to Rm. c. to Rm/CPS. c. to EV. c. to EV/JD. 700 Rm/HH.5/SW.21.4.41. M.40 Test Rig. Sec.5200 - Oil & Petrol Fitting. PL.502 - Type I.M. By-pass Filter & Fittings. We send you… | ||
| scan0134 | Alterations and comments on various components of the M.40 test rig engine. | ||
| View original record | HPS/RB. from Rm/HH. c. Jnr. Rm/HH.3/ML.1.5.41. M.40. TEST RIG. With reference to your Memo. HPS/RB.1/VS.30.4.41., dealing with alterations on the above rig engine, our comments are as follows :- RE.… | ||
| scan0135 | Re-issuing of a connecting rod and cap detail and an omission regarding a stud-tappet cover. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Rm/HH.3/ML.1.5.41. Cont'd. RE. 1639/40. Connecting Rod and Cap. This detail was re-issued under alteration 294/RE. in accordance with Vandervell's request and instructed in Memo.… | ||
| scan0136 | Production requirements and material specifications for M.40 engine camshafts, including hardening methods. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/HH. c to HPS: X c to Rm. c to Rm/OTS: c to Ev: c to Ev/JD. 700 TB/KNG.1/JT.26.5.41. M.40 Engine. Cam & Rocker Mech - Sec.5090. With reference to your memo Rm/HH.3/SW.22.5.41, I note that you… | ||
| scan0137 | Parts for the M.40 Test Rig, focusing on the frame, front pan, and handbrake. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/HH. c. to Ev. c. to Ev/JD. 700 Rm/HH.1/SW.27.5.41. M.40 Test Rig. PL.436 - Front Pan. PL.504 - Handbrake Lever & Mech. Section 7000 - Frame & Fittings. The following parts have been… | ||
| scan0138 | 'Myth' project exhaust system and suspension bracket attachment. | ||
| View original record | Chassis To Rm. from Ev/JD. c.c. to Ev. c.c. to Rm/HH. 700 Ev/JD.1/SW.5.6.41. MYTH. Exhaust System. We attach to Rm/HH's copy, the original of PL.672 - Exhaust System - Front Suspension. The above… | ||
| scan0139 | The detailing of support parts for the bump and rebound buffers on the M.40 Test Rig. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/HH. c. to Ev. c. to Ev/JD. M.40 Test Rig. PL.420 - Bump & Rebound Buffers. Sec.7000 - Frame and Fittings. The following part has been detailed in accordance with the above scheme :-… | ||
| scan0140 | Letter to The Pressed Steel Company regarding a print for a bump and rebound buffer bracket for the Myth chassis. | ||
| View original record | 700 6th June, 1941. Rm/EAG.4/RH. The Pressed Steel Company, Cowley, Oxford. Attention Mr. Maton. Dear Mr. Maton, Herewith print of a bump and rebound buffer bracket for the Myth chassis. I shall be… | ||
| scan0141 | Letter to Vandervell Products Ltd. regarding revised prints for Camshaft Bearings for the M.40 Test Rig. | ||
| View original record | Copy to Rm 700 Rm/HH.5/SW. 12th June, 1941. Vandervell Products, Ltd., Western Avenue, Acton, LONDON W.3. For the attention of Mr. Johnson. Dear Sirs, re Camshaft Bearings M.40 Test Rig. We regret we… | ||
| scan0142 | Progress report on the Senior Range Rationalised Chassis, detailing mileage statistics and gearbox faults. | ||
| View original record | 700 Sg. and Hs. from Rm. c. Ev. c. Rm/EAG. c. Rm/Wym. Rm.1/RH.14.6.41. CHASSIS DIVISION - PROGRESS REPORT. SENIOR RANGE RATIONALISED CHASSIS. Mileage. The mileage covered since the last report… | ||
| scan0143 | Progress report on the development and testing of various vehicle components. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. - 2 - Em.1/RH.15.6.41. Front Suspension. New dampers running. Insufficient mileage to form an opinion. Brakes. Designs completed for wider rear drums. Various modifications have reduced… | ||
| scan0144 | Issues with petrol consumption, cylinder bore wear, and bearing failures. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - Cont'd. crown wheel and pinion on Limousine 8-cylinder cars if we are to have sufficient margin of safety on production. This means a new design to adapt these pieces to the semi-floating axle… | ||
| scan0145 | Progress report on engine testing, manufacturing, and the development of a 'Myth' chassis. | ||
| View original record | - 4 - Cont'd. One of the customers was Breedon. For the past four years we have not had any failures of this kind in cars which we have handled in the experimental department. We should suspect poor… | ||
| scan0146 | The development of larger four-cylinder engines and the performance of other small cars. | ||
| View original record | -5- Cont'd. Em.1/WH.15.6.41. Four Cylinder Engines. Larger Size. The two litre 4-cylinder 14 H.P. R.A.C. engine has been built from pieces that were completed before the war. It is, of course, made… | ||
| scan0147 | Interim report on the general performance and durability of small cars from Vauxhall, Austin, Morris, and Studebaker. | ||
| View original record | 2. To: Mm. from Rm/Wym. Rm/Wym.i/SW.30.3.41. Interim Report on our small cars at Clan Foundry i.e. Vauxhall, Austin, Morris and Studebaker. We have now run a sufficient mileage on the Vauxhall 10 HP.… | ||
| scan0148 | Vehicle component failures, engine wear, and a comparison of oil and petrol consumption against competitor cars. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. Em/wym.1/SW.30.5.41. Sparking Plugs AC. KD.7A failed, now set fitted. 17564 miles. Big Ends failed 19361 " The oil consumption over the first 10,000 miles averaged 2,900 MPG, but latterly this… | ||
| scan0149 | Specification and status update on outstanding designs required for the Myth 1st Car. | ||
| View original record | Keep for Clan Conference To Rm. from Ev/JD. c. to Ev. c. to Rm/HH. 700 Ev/JD.1/SW.15.6.41. Myth 1st Car. Specification. Find attached one set of blue- prints of :- PL.532 - Specification of 10 HP Myth… | ||
| scan0150 | Progress report on the design and detailing status of various vehicle components. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- - 2 - Ev/JD.1/SW.15.6.41. Sec.6000 - Flywheel & Clutch. Requires detailing. Sec.6030) 6035) Gearbox Morris 8 - details for adapting 6040) to the Myth engine are required. 6050) 6070) Sec.6081… | ||
| scan0151 | Status report on the design and drawing issuance for various vehicle components. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- - 3 - Ev/JD.1/SW.15.6.41. Sec.7044 - Front Hubs. Detailed - not issued. Sec.7050 - Steering Column & Box. Awaiting Design. Sec.7080 - Petrol Tank. Detailed - not issued. Sec.7100 - Pedals.… | ||
| scan0152 | M.40 Test Rig camshaft lubrication, detailing bearing oil feed hole modifications and alternative test options. | ||
| View original record | 700 To HPS. from Rm/HH. c.c. to Rm. c.c. to Jmr. Rm/HH.5/SW.17.6.41. M.40 Test Rig. Mr. Johnson of Messrs. Vandervells visited the Clan Foundry about a week ago, and advised us to restrict our oil… | ||
| scan0153 | Letter to Messrs. Wilmot-Breeden Ltd. regarding a revised list of parts for Myth. | ||
| View original record | Rm/EAC.1/RH. 700 17th June, 1941. Messrs. Wilmot-Breeden Ltd., Eastern Works, Camden Street, BIRMINGHAM. Attention Mr. Spicer. Dear Sirs, Herewith revised list of parts which you are supplying for… | ||
| scan0154 | Listing issued sections and components for the 'Myth Chassis'. | ||
| View original record | 700 To Rm. from Rm/HH. Rm/HH.9/SW.24.6.41. Myth Chassis. The following sections have been issued :- Crankcase & Bearings Section 5000 LOP.RE.2404 Crankshaft " 5010 LOP.RE.1681 Connecting Rod " 5030… | ||
| scan0155 | Parts list for a Test Rig concerning the Front Roll Rod and Bump Bracket. | ||
| View original record | 400 To Rm. from Rm/HH. c. to Ev. c. to Ev/JD. Rm/HH.2/SW.24.6.41. M.40 Test Rig. PL.545 - Front Roll Rod and Bump Bracket. Sec.7000 - Frame & Fittings. Sec.7042 - Spring Suspension Mech. Sec.7166 -… | ||
| scan0156 | Parts list continuation memo detailing additions and quantities for various sections. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- - 2 - Rm/HH.2/SW.24.6.41. Sec.7000 (cont) K.203 Bolt - Bumper Bracket to Frame 2 Off K.4310 Nut - " " " " 6 " K.9008 S.Washer " " " " 6 " Sec.7042. KB.3637 Nut - Triangle Lever Studs 4 Off… | ||
| scan0157 | Confirming the dispatch of blueprints and parts for a M.40 Test Rig Front Stabiliser. | ||
| View original record | To H.PS. from Rm/HH. c. to Rm. 700 Rm/HH.15/SW.26.6.41. M.40. Test Rig. Sec.7166 - Front Stabiliser. PL.545 - Front Roll Rod & Bumper Bracket. We confirm having sent you two blueprints of machined… | ||
| scan0158 | Blueprints for new parts issued for an M.40 Test Rig's exhaust-heated induction system. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/HH. c.c. to Rm. c.c. to Rm/GTS. c.c. to EV. c.c. to EV/JD. FILE 700 Rm/HH.9/SW.27.3.41. M.40 Test Rig. Exhaust Heated Induction. Sec.5000 - C'case & Cylinders. Please receive herewith… | ||
| scan0159 | The M.40 Test Rig, specifically the Pendulum Lever part RF.2525 and its relation to steering components. | ||
| View original record | 700 To Rm. from Rm/HH. c. to Ev. c. to Ev/DB. Rm/HH.17/SW.27.6.41. M.40 Test Rig. Sec.7050. PL.666 - Lubrication of Pendulum and Idler Lever Ball Joint PL.448 - Cross Steering Layout and Steering Box… | ||
| scan0160 | Parts list for the M.40 Test Rig, PL.504 Handbrake Lever & Mechanism. | ||
| View original record | To: HPS. from Rm/HH. 700 Rm/HH.3/RH.30.6.41. c. Rm. M.40 Test Rig - Section 6081. PL.504 Handbrake Lever & Mechanism. We send you herewith two prints of machine details and three prints of castings,… | ||
| scan0161 | List of previously issued parts being sent with instructions. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/HH.3/RH.30.6.41. The following parts have been previously issued but in case you are not in possession of these prints, we send you further copies as follows :- RG.1444 Thumb Press 3 Off… | ||
| scan0162 | Altered blueprints for a pressed steel wheel section. | ||
| View original record | 700 To Rm. from Rm/HH. c. to Rm/GB. c. to Ev/JD. Rm/HH.16/JH.1.7.41. M.40 Test Rig. Section 6170. 7044. Please receive herewith 2 blue prints of the following drawing :- RG.2347 Section of Pressed… | ||
| scan0163 | Letter to Messrs. Park Ward Ltd. enclosing prints for a Radiator Baffle and Shell, and notifying them of a design modification to the sliding roof. | ||
| View original record | Rm/RG.1/RH. 4th July, 1941. Messrs. Park Ward Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, L O N D O N. N.W.10. Attention Mr.C.W.Ward. Dear Sirs, Re Myth. We are enclosing you herewith prints as follows:-… | ||
| scan0164 | Specification sheet for the 'Myth' project, listing components and their designated suppliers. | ||
| View original record | 700 - SPECIFICATION - MYTH. Engine To be made by HPS Carburetter S.U. Exhaust System Burgess Air Silencer A.C. Radiator John Marston. Bonnet Park Ward. Radiator Grille HPS Starting Handle HPS Flywheel… | ||
| scan0165 | List of vehicle components and their respective suppliers or manufacturers. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Cross & Side Steering Levers & Tubes HPS Front Suspension HPS Front Springs Tempered Spring Co. Front Brakes Lockheed Carrier Plates & Dust Excluders HPS Front Hubs HPS Steering Column & Box… | ||
| scan0166 | Specification sheet for the 'Myth (1st Car)' prototype, reference PL532. | ||
| View original record | MYTH (1st CAR) PL532 ENGINE 4CYL. 2.500 BORE 3.387 STROKE CAPACITY 1267cc 10H.P. R.A.C. 7 TO 1 COMP. RATIO. OVERHEAD INLET C.I. MONO-BLOCK WITH SIDE EXHAUST VANDEVELL SMALL & BIG END CRANK JOURNAL… | ||
| scan0167 | Specification sheet detailing engine components, their materials, and associated design numbers. | ||
| View original record | SPECIFICATION SPECIFICATION No PL 532 ISSUE No 2 SHEET No 2 SEC. No | TITLE | DESCRIPTION. | DESIGN NO | DETAILS | L.O.P. | REMARKS. --- 5000 | CRANKCASE & BEARINGS CYLINDER | C.I MONOBLOC, 3 JOURNAL… | ||
| scan0168 | Specification sheet detailing engine components and their respective design numbers and remarks. | ||
| View original record | SPECIFICATION SPECIFICATION No PL 532 ISSUE No 2 SHEET No 3 SEC. No | TITLE. | DESCRIPTION. | DESIGN No | DETAILS | L.O.P. | REMARKS. --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- 5060 | VALVES & FITTINGS.… | ||
| scan0169 | Specification sheet detailing various vehicle components and their associated design numbers. | ||
| View original record | SPECIFICATION SPECIFICATION No PL.532 ISSUE No 2 SHEET No 4 SEC NO | TITLE | DESCRIPTION | DESIGN NO | DETAILS | L.O.P. | REMARKS --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- 5200 | OIL & PETROL FITTINGS.… | ||
| scan0170 | Specification sheet detailing various vehicle components and their design references. | ||
| View original record | SPECIFICATION SPECIFICATION Nº PL.532 ISSUE Nº 1 SHEET Nº 5 SEC. Nº, TITLE., DESCRIPTION., DESIGN Nº, DETAILS, L.O.P., REMARKS. 5270, STARTING HANDLE, , , , , DESIGN REQ'D 5290, UNDERSHEETS, , , , ,… | ||
| scan0171 | Specification sheet detailing chassis and drivetrain components with their corresponding design numbers. | ||
| View original record | SPECIFICATION SPECIFICATION Nº PL532 ISSUE Nº 2 SHEET Nº 6 SEC. Nº | TITLE. | DESCRIPTION. | DESIGN Nº | DETAILS | L.O.P. | REMARKS. --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- 6110 | PROPELLOR SHAFT |… | ||
| scan0172 | Specification sheet for vehicle parts, issue 2, sheet 7. | ||
| View original record | SPECIFICATION SPECIFICATION NO PL532 ISSUE NO 2 SHEET NO 7 SEC. NO | TITLE. | DESCRIPTION. | DESIGN NO | DETAILS | L.O.P. | REMARKS. --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- 7008 | FRONT BUMPER &… | ||
| scan0173 | Specification sheet detailing various vehicle components, their design numbers, and related remarks. | ||
| View original record | SPECIFICATION SPECIFICATION No PL532 ISSUE No 2 SHEET No 8 SEC. No | TITLE. | DESCRIPTION. | DESIGN No | DETAILS | L.O.P. | REMARKS. ---|---|---|---|---|---|--- 7085 | PETROL TANK | 8 GALLON PETROL… | ||
| scan0174 | Specification sheet detailing vehicle components such as shock dampers, instrument boards, and tools. | ||
| View original record | SPECIFICATION SPECIFICATION Nọ PL.538 ISSUE Nọ 2 SHEET Nọ 9 SEC. NỌ | TITLE. | DESCRIPTION. | DESIGN NỌ | DETAILS | L.O.P. | REMARKS. --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- 7142 | OIL PIPES &… | ||
| scan0175 | Specification sheet listing various electrical and mechanical parts. | ||
| View original record | SPECIFICATION SPECIFICATION NO PL532 ISSUE NO 2 SHEET NO 10 SEC. NO: 7420 TITLE: SPARES DESCRIPTION: NUMBER OF SPARES TO BE DECIDED SEC. NO: 7430 TITLE: SPARE WHEEL CARRIER DESCRIPTION: SPARE WHEEL… | ||
| scan0176 | Specification sheet for various electrical components including switch boxes, distribution boards, and lamps. | ||
| View original record | SPECIFICATION SPECIFICATION Nº PL.532 ISSUE Nº 2 SHEET Nº 11 TABLE HEADERS: SEC Nº, TITLE., DESCRIPTION., DESIGN Nº, DETAILS, L.O.P., REMARKS. ROW 1: SEC Nº: 8160 TITLE: SWITCH BOX DESCRIPTION: STD… | ||
| scan0177 | Misunderstanding of the flame hardening process for an M.40 engine, requesting chill hardened shafts as an alternative. | ||
| View original record | To TB/KNG. from Rm/HH. c. to Rm. c. to HPS. c. to Ru/CTS. c. to EV. c. to EV/JD. Loxford [handwritten, struck through] 700 [handwritten] Rm/HH.3/SW.29.5.41. M.40 Engine. Cam & Rocker Mech - Sec.5090.… | ||
| scan0178 | Specification document outlining the work required to complete the first 'Myth' chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Ev/JD. c. to Ev. c. to Rm/HH. 700 Ev/JD.2/SW.15.6.41. Myth 1st Car. Conference on June 2nd 1941, we have reviewed the Myth Specification, and suggest that the work required to complete the… | ||
| scan0179 | Continued list of vehicle components and their associated suppliers or manufacturers. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- - 2 - Ev/JD.2/SW.15.6.41. 12. Cross Steering Levers and Tubes. HPS. 13. Steering Column & Box. Steering Column - Burman Douglas. Steering Wheel - Wilmot Breeden. Dip switch & Horn Button -… | ||
| scan0180 | The bought-out parts for the M.40 Test Rig. | ||
| View original record | To: Rm. from Rm/HH. c.c HPS. Ev Ev/JD. Rm/RC. Rm/MHR. Rm/Clm. 700 M.40 TEST RIG Re Bought-out Parts. Further to memo Rm/HH.9/SW.24.6.41, the following sections have been instructed, under separate… | ||
| scan0181 | Outlining details for the Front Stabiliser, dynamo, distributor, and starter motor sections. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/HH.6/RH.2.7.41. Section 7166 - Front Stabiliser. RF.2560 LOP. No bought out parts. It should be noted that the above sections do not complete the chassis and therefore, it is probable that… | ||
| scan0182 | Agreements on the manufacture and modification of various parts for the M.40 Test Rig. | ||
| View original record | To: HPS. from Rm/HH. c. Rm. EV/JD. Rm/HH.1/RH.3.7.41. M.40 TEST RIG 700 With reference to the queries raised with us by your Mr.Johnson regarding the manufacture of certain parts on the above, we… | ||
| scan0183 | Distributing blueprints for new water connection parts for the M.40 Test Rig. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/HH. c. to Rm. c. to Rm/GTS. c. to Ev. c. to Ev/JD. 700 Rm/HH.4/SW.9.7.41. M.40 Test Rig. Exhaust Heated Induction. Section 5190 - Water Connections. Schemes PL.518-546 and 696. Please… | ||
| scan0184 | Design history and production modifications of M.40 and B.60 tappets. | ||
| View original record | To TB/KNG. from Rm/HH. c. to Rm. c. to Jnr. 700 Rm/HH.3/SW.19.7.41. M.40 Test Rig Tappets. We have completed the modifications requested by yourself, to the above tappets and, after consideration, are… | ||
| scan0185 | Comparison of two cross-sectional diagrams, (a) and (b), of a component, possibly a bearing. | ||
| View original record | (a) (b) | ||
| scan0186 | Blueprints and parts for a Prop Shaft & Joints on the M.40 Test Rig. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/GB. from Rm/HH. c. to Rm, c. to Ev/JD. c. to HPS. 700 Rm/HH.4/SW.11.9.41. M.40 Test Rig. Prop. Shaft & Joints - Sec.6110. Please receive herewith blue- prints of the following drawing and LOP :-… | ||
| scan0187 | Parts list and memo regarding prints for the M.40 Test Rig front axle assembly. | ||
| View original record | To HFS. from Rm/HH. c.c. to Rm. c.c. to Ev. c.c. to Rm/MHR. 700 Rm/HH.1/SW.16.8.41. M.40 Test Rig. Front Axle - Section 7040. PL.378 - Front Brakes and Pivot PL.426 - Front Suspension PL.537 - Cross… | ||
| scan0188 | Costs for a carburettor modification due to overheating. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Kindly instruct as required together with standard parts from LOP. Rm/HH. [Reversed Text Below] OVER FOR H.W. EDWARDS C.O.V/P.I. JOVITT CARBURETTOR - ONE. JOVITT AIR CLEANER - ONE. JOVITT ON… | ||
| scan0189 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. regarding body mounting parts for the 'Myth' project. | ||
| View original record | 700 Rm/RG.2/RH. 19th August, 1941. Messrs. Park Ward & Co., Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, L O N D O N. N.W.10. Attention of Mr.C.W.Ward. Dear Sirs, Re Myth. We are enclosing herewith detail prints… | ||
| scan0190 | Letter to John Marston Ltd. regarding the dispatch of adaptors for M.40 radiators. | ||
| View original record | Zoo 19th August, 1941. Rm/Col.3/RH. Messrs. John Marston Ltd., W O L V E R H A M P T O N. Attention of Mr.Steadman. Dear Sirs, We have today sent under separate cover the following parts :- EW.1664 -… | ||
| scan0191 | The parts and blueprints required for the M.40 Test Rig, specifically for the front brakes and pivot. | ||
| View original record | To - | ||
| scan0192 | Parts required for the M.40 Test Rig's rear brakes, including a list of parts to be supplied. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/HH. c. to Rm. c. to Ev. c. to Rm/MHR. c. to Ev/DB. 700 Rm/HH.3/SW.20.8.41. M.40 Test Rig. Rear Brakes. PL.372 - Rear Brakes and Axle. PL.439 - Rear Brake Linkage & Equaliser. Please… | ||
| scan0193 | Concluding instructions regarding the use of standard parts from LOP for a specific section. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- - 2 - Rm/HH.3/SW.20.8.41. Kindly instruct as required together with standard parts from LOP. This completes instructions for this section. Rm/HH. (Reversed Text Section) LISTS OF ENGINES ON… | ||
| scan0194 | Distributing prints for the M.40 Test Rig frame and fittings. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/Wym. from Rm/HH. c. to Rm. c. to Ev/JD. 700 Rm/HH.10/SW.21.8.41. M.40 Test Rig. Sec.7000 - Frame & Fittings. Please receive herewith one print of each of the following, which have been made for… | ||
| scan0195 | Design and features of instrument boards for the 'Myth' post-war car. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Ev. c. to Rm/EAG. c. to Ev/JD. SECRET. Ev.10/JH.21.8.41. re Instrument Boards - Myth. 700 We confirm our conversation of yesterday re the instrument board projects for Myth. 1. Translucent… | ||
| scan0196 | Requesting an order for various brake parts for the M.40 Test Rig. | ||
| View original record | To: Roy/ABS. from Rm/MHR. 70 Rm/MHR.1/RH.22.8.41. M.40 Test Rig Will you please place an order for the following parts, with the Lockheed Hydraulic Brake Co., Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa.… | ||
| scan0197 | Design and storage requirements for the Myth chassis starting handle. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c. to Ev. c. to Rm/HH. c. to Rm/Wym. c. to Rm/EAG. 700 Ev/JD.17/JH.22.8.41. Myth Starting Handle. We attach to Rm/HH's. copy the original of - PL.811. Starting handle. The above scheme shews a… | ||
| scan0198 | Parts list for the rear brakes, linkages, and equaliser for the M.40 test rig. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/HH. c.c. to Rm. c.c. to Dr. 700 Rm/HH.4/SW.22.8.41. M.40 Test Rig. Section - 6150. Section - 7000. PL.439 - Rear Brakes, Linkages & Equaliser. Please find herewith, two blue-prints of… | ||
| scan0199 | Parts required for the M.40 Test Rig Starting Handle. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/HH. c. to Rm. c. to Rm/Wym. c. to Ev/JB. 700 Rm/HH.2/SW.29.8.41. M.40 Test Rig. PL.811 - Starting Handle. Sec.5270 - Starting Handle. Please receive herewith two prints of each of the… | ||
| scan0200 | Comparing two different propeller shaft specifications for the 'Myth' chassis, including a table of whirling speeds. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c. to Ev. [text crossed out] c. to Rm/HH. [text crossed out] c. to Rm/GB. [text crossed out] c. to Rm/FJH. [text crossed out] c. to Rm/Wym. [text crossed out] 700 SECRET. Ev/JD.1/JH.1.9.41.… | ||
| scan0201 | List of parts and blueprint request for the M.40 Test Rig steering column and box. | ||
| View original record | To HFS. from Rm/HH. c. to Rm. c. to Ev. c. to Ev/ID. c. to Ev/DB. c. to Rm/RC. 700 Rm/HH.5/SW.12.9.41. M.40 Test Rig. Steering Column & Box - Sec.7050. FL.444 - Burman Steering Column & Box FL.547 -… | ||
| scan0202 | Instructions for ordering steering column, horn button, dip switch, and steering wheel components. | ||
| View original record | _cont'd- - 2 - Rm/HH.5/SW.12.9.41. The Steering Column and Box is being brought from Messrs. Burman & Sons, complete with Pendulum Lever to our drawing RF.2525 by Ev/DB. The Horn Button is a standard… | ||
| scan0203 | New drawing print for a steering wheel on the M.40 Test Rig. | ||
| View original record | HYTH. 700 To RV/JD. from Rm/HH. c. to Rm. c. to Ev. Rm/HH.2/SW.13.9.41. M.40 Test Rig. Sec.7050 - Steering Column & Box. Steering Wheel. Please receive herewith one print of RF.2781 - Steering Wheel.… | ||
| scan0204 | Letter to Messrs. Park Ward Ltd. enclosing a list of technical prints in duplicate. | ||
| View original record | 700 13th September, 1941. Rm/EAG.6/RH. Messrs. Park Ward Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, L O N D O N. N.W.10. Attention Mr.C.W.Ward. Dear Sirs, M.40 Please receive herewith the following prints in… | ||
| scan0205 | Progress update memo concerning delays on two experimental 'Myth' chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. From Rm. 700 Rm.6/GT.14.9.41. TWO EXPERIMENTAL MYTH CHASSIS Replying to Sg.9/EW.11.9.41, in about a fortnight's time we hope to show you 90% of the Myth chassis parts being made by Derby and… | ||
| scan0206 | Design and manufacturing of a steering wheel with a cast iron hub. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c. to Ev. c. to Rm/EAG. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Rm/Wym. c. to Rm/HH. 700 Ev/JD.2/JH.3.10.41. Myth - Steering Wheel - Cast Iron Hub. We attach to Rm/HH's. copy the original of - PL.851. Cast Iron… | ||
| scan0207 | The modification of a steering wheel to incorporate a cast aluminium hub. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c. to Ev. c. to Rm/EAG. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Rm/Wym. c. to Rm/HH. 700 Ev/JD.1/JH.3.10.41. We attach to Rm/HH's. copy the original of - PL.871 Cast Aluminium Hub. Steering Column Head. The above… | ||
| scan0208 | Letter to Burman & Sons Ltd. apologizing for a delay and clarifying steering column details with an attached print. | ||
| View original record | (c. to Rm. Ev.) EV/DB.15/JH. 790 10th. October, 1941. Burman & Sons Ltd., Ryland Road, Birmingham,15. For the attention of Mr. S. Burman. Dear Sirs, I would like once more to apologise for the delay… | ||
| scan0209 | M.40 Test Rig, Front Axle, providing prints for a bearing pin. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/HH. c. to Rm. c. to Ev. 700 Rm/HH.5/LH.16.10.41. M.40. Test Rig Front Axle - Section 7040 PL.378 Front Brakes and Pivot PL.426 Front Suspension PL.544 Lubrication of Steering Pivot… | ||
| scan0210 | The dispatch of prints for modified front and rear hubs, replacing older parts. | ||
| View original record | To HES. from Rm/HH. c. to Rm. c. to HFS/HJ. c. to HFS/HP. Chassis. 700 Rm/HH.4/SW.10.11.41. M.40 Test Rig. Section 7044 Section 6170 Further to memo Rm/HH.3/SW.30.10.41., we send herewith two prints… | ||
| scan0211 | Drawings and production of steering column components. | ||
| View original record | FILE 700 To Mr. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Rm/HH. c. to Rm/Wym. EV/JD.6/KC.26.11.41. MYTH. Steering Column. We attach to Rm/HH's copy the originals of :- FL.959. 17.000 Dia. steering wheel with Mild Steel… | ||
| scan0212 | Modifications and a new clamping method for front and rear bumper brackets. | ||
| View original record | FILE 700 C MYTH - CARS To Rm. c. to EV. c. to Rm/HH. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Rm/Wym. EV/JD.8/KG.26.11.41. MYTH. Front and Rear Bumpers. We attach to Rm/HH's copy the originals of :- FL.988. Modification… | ||
| scan0213 | The drawings and production for a 'Myth' steering column. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Rm/HH. c. to Rm/Wym. 700 Ev/JD.6/KC.26.11.41. MYTH. Steering Column We attach to Rm/HH's copy the originals of :- PL.959. 17,000 Dia. steering wheel with Mild steel hub.… | ||
| scan0214 | Modifications and a clamping method for front and rear bumper brackets. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c. to Ev. (crossed out) c. to Rm/HH. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Rm/Wym. 700 MYTH. Front and Rear Bumpers. We attach to Rm/HH's copy the originals of :- PL.988. Modification to Rear Bumper Brackets.… | ||
| scan0215 | Letter to Messrs. Park Ward, Ltd. regarding prints for outstanding items related to the petrol filler. | ||
| View original record | Rm/SAG.1/ET >00 3rd December, 1941. Messrs. PARK WARD, Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, LONDON, N.W. 10. Dear Sir, Re: MYTH. ---------- We are sending you herewith prints, in duplicate, of a few… | ||
| scan0216 | Adjustable camshaft thrust washers for the M.40 Test Rig. | ||
| View original record | UN-ISSUED. 700 To Rm. from Rm/HH. Rm/HH.1/SW.6.12.41. M.40 Test Rig. Sec.5090 + Camshaft. PL.334 - Camshaft Drive. The following details have been drawn :- RE.2803 Camshaft Thrust Washer - Adj. (.090)… | ||
| scan0217 | Cancellation and replacement of steering wheel parts due to wartime manufacturing difficulties. | ||
| View original record | Chassis To HPS. from Rm/HH. c. to Rm. c. to HPS/HJ. c. to HPS/HF. 700 Rm/HH.8/SW.9.12.41. M.40 Test Rig. Section 7050. Owing to Wartime difficulties in manufacture, the Steering Wheel parts to… | ||
| scan0218 | Outstanding chassis work, focusing on a stiffened front cross member and a larger petrol tank for the B.5 model. | ||
| View original record | Car To: Ev. from Rm. c. to Wym. Rm. 4/h. 23.12.41. 700 451 CHASSIS WORK. There are two important items which require finishing, to enable chassis work to proceed : 1. MYTH STIFFENED FOR FRONT CROSS… | ||
| scan0219 | Delay in supplying a windscreen template to Perfecta Motor Equipment Ltd. | ||
| View original record | To Roy/AES. from Rm/EAG. Rm/EAG.3/ET.24.12.41. Replying to your Roy/AES.23/JWH.23.12.41, with reference to the wind-screen which we have on order from Messrs. Perfecta Motor Equipment Ltd, Order No.… | ||
| scan0220 | Specification document for the Myth Engine No.1, detailing components for the crankcase, bearings, and crankshaft. | ||
| View original record | To: Rm. from Rm/CP. c. to Rm/Wym. c. to Rm/CTS. c. to Rm/FN. c. to Rm/HH. 700 Rm/CP.4/LH.31.12.41. Myth Engine No.1 4 Cylinder. 2.500 bore. 3.937 stroke Herewith complete specification for the above… | ||
| scan0221 | List of parts and specifications for Crankshaft, Connecting Rods, Pistons, and Cylinder Head. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- - 2 - Rm/CP.4/LH.31.12.41. Crankshaft (cont'd-) RE.1677 Starter Dog. 40m/m Seeger Circlip. Connecting Rods. LOP.RE.1646. Complete to the above LOP. incorporating :- PL.333 Coned Rods - No Oil… | ||
| scan0222 | List of specifications and part numbers for various engine components. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- - 3 - Rm/CP.4/LH.31.12.41. Cylinder Head (cont'd) RE.1934 Thermostat Casing. RE.2417 Outlet Connection EB.3776 Thermostat 10 M/m Y.7 Long reach Sparking Plugs. Valves & Fittings.LOP.RE.1898… | ||
| scan0223 | List of parts and specifications for the camshaft, water pump, fan, oil pump, and wheelcase fittings. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- - 4 - Rm/CP.4/LH.31.12.41. Camshaft (cont'd) PL.534 Inlet Cam Form PL.535 Exhaust Cam Form RE.2422 Camshaft - S/ZN - 111½°. RE.1684 Cam Gear - A/DC.403. BZ/PC Thrust Washer Timing I.O 12°… | ||
| scan0224 | List of parts and fittings including wheelcase, water connections, clutch, and dynamo. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- - 5 - Rm/CP.4/LH.31.12.41. Wheelcase & Fittings (cont'd) RE.1800 Wheelcase - A/CM.424. RE.1806 Nose Bearing RE.1804 Thrust Button - S/Z. Water Connections. LOP.RE.2414 - PL.340 & PL.529.… | ||
| scan0225 | Specification sheet for a Lucas type SR Distributor & Condenser with Governor & Vacuum Control. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- - 6 - Rm/CP.4/LH.31.12.41. Distributor & Condenser. LOP.RD.1984 - PL.375. Lucas type SR - with Governor & Vacuum Control. (Weight 2 lbs. 14 1/2 ozs). Rm/CP. | ||
| scan0226 | Specification update for the Myth Engine No.1 concerning the type of piston rings to be fitted. | ||
| View original record | To: Rm. from Rm/CP. c. to Rm/Wym. c. to Rm/CTS. c. to Rm/FN. c. to Rm/HH. 700 Rm/CP.12/LH.1.1.42. Myth Engine No.1 (4 Cylinders) Further to specification issued in our Rm/CP.4/LH.31.12.41., section… | ||
| scan0227 | Reinforcement of the 'Myth' project's front crossmember using welding instead of riveting. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c. to Rm/HH. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Ev. c. to Rm/Wym. c. to Rm/GB. 700 Myth. Front Crossmember. We attach to Rm/HH's copy the original of :- PL.1127 Reinforcement of Front Crossmember. Rm/GB. has… | ||
| scan0228 | Request to obtain 6 cylinder head gaskets for the MYTH No.1 engine from Richard Klinger Ltd. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/Wym. from Rm/CTS. Copy to Rm/HH. 700 Rm/CTS.2/BT.30.1.42. MYTH No.1 ENGINE --------------------- The cylinder head gasket at present fitted to the above engine is made from material which is… | ||
| scan0229 | Specification revision for Myth Engine No.1, detailing work carried out and new parts fitted. | ||
| View original record | Chassis To Rm. from Rm/CP. c. to Rm/Wym. c. to Rm/OTS. c. to Rm/FN. c. to Rm/HH. 700 Rm/CP.11/LH.4.3.42. Myth Engine No.1 (4 Cylinder). Specification of the above engine unit is revised as follows :-… | ||
| scan0230 | Letter to Park Ward & Co., Ltd. regarding revised prints for the 'MYTH' project. | ||
| View original record | 700 Rm/EAG.10/ET 16th March, 1942. Messrs. Park Ward & Co., Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, L O N D O N. N.W. 10. Dear Sirs, Re: M Y T H. ------------- We are sending you herewith the following… | ||
| scan0231 | Modifications required to fit a Myth engine into an Austin 8 chassis. | ||
| View original record | [Strikethrough] To Rm. [/Strikethrough] [Strikethrough] c. to Rm/HH. [/Strikethrough] [Strikethrough] c. to Ev. [/Strikethrough] [Strikethrough] c. to Rm/PJH. [/Strikethrough] [Strikethrough] c. to… | ||
| scan0232 | Matching an Austin 8 1st motion shaft with a Myth clutch. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- -2- EV/JD.5/KC.5.5.42. The next problem was to match the Austin 8 1st Motion shaft with the Myth clutch. On PL.1397 is shown the Myth clutch with a Borg & Beck thrust ring held to the clutch… | ||
| scan0233 | Specification revision for Engine Unit M.40 No.1 on a Chassis Austin 8.H.P, detailing valve spring replacement. | ||
| View original record | To: Rm. from Rm/CP. 700 Rm/CP.9/LH.23.5.42. Engine Unit M.40 - No.1. Chassis Austin 8.H.P. Specification for the above unit is revised as follows :- Work carried outat Clan 21.5.42. Valves & Fittings.… | ||
| scan0234 | Potential modification of a car referred to as 'the Myth' by swapping engines between Austin models due to a petrol shortage. | ||
| View original record | To: Wym. from Rm. MYTH IN AUSTIN. It occurs to me that, owing to the petrol shortage, I may have to drive the Myth instead of a larger car. Under the circumstances, it would, of course, be much more… | ||
| scan0235 | Modifications for installing the M.40 engine into an Austin 10 vehicle. | ||
| View original record | 700 To Rm. from Rm/HH. c. to Ev. c. to Ev/DB. Rm/HH.9/SW.6.7.42. M.40 Engine in Austin 10. PL.1525 shows the modification to the Austin 10 - 1st Motion Shaft and the extension pieces to accommodate… | ||
| scan0236 | Record of two instrument board schemes, PL.691 and PL.751, for the 'Myth' project. | ||
| View original record | Myth con. To. Rm. from Ev/Tln. 700 c.c. to. Ev. c.c. to. Rm/HH. Ev/Tln.7/GAB.1.11.42. PL.691 - Instrument Board - Myth. PL.751 - Instrument Board with R.R. Dials - Myth. These two schemes are issued… | ||
| scan0237 | Letter to Messrs. Burman & Sons Ltd. regarding the acceptance of a delivery date for a steering box for an Austin 10. | ||
| View original record | c......Rm ✓ c......Ev c......Rm/RJH c......Rm/Wym Ev/DB.2.JMA. 700. Messrs.Burman & Sons Ltd., Ryland Road, Birmingham.15. November 18th.1942 For the attention of Mr.S.Burman Dear Sirs, With reference… | ||
| scan0238 | Letter to Messrs. Burman & Sons Ltd. confirming arrangements for the manufacture of a steering box for an Austin 10. | ||
| View original record | AH Myth engine C......./Tes C......./Eng C......./Rm/RJH ✓ C......./Per/Hype Ev/DB.P.JH. 700 Messrs. Burman & Sons Ltd., Ryland Road, Birmingham, 15. November 18th. 1942 For the attention of Mr. S.… | ||
| scan0239 | Replacing a noisy aluminium half-speed timing gear with one made from fabric material for the Myth engine. | ||
| View original record | To- Rm. Cc. Jev. Cc. Rm/Hym. Cc. Rm/Ashby. Cc. Rm/HH. Handwritten: aTs JNR.1/DH.14.12.42. Handwritten: File 700. MYTH ENGINE. P.I.2114 - FABROIL TIMING GEAR. Reason for the scheme. The Aluminium half… | ||
| scan0240 | Revised specification for the Myth Engine M.40 No.1, detailing new valve springs fitted. | ||
| View original record | Chassis To: [obscured], from Wym/HN/CP. c. to FJH. c. [obscured] 700 Wym/HN/CP. 3/LH.2.9.43. Myth Engine M.40 - No.1. Chassis Austin 10 H.P. Specification of the above engine is revised as follows :-… | ||
| scan0241 | Revised specification for the Myth Engine M.40 No.1, detailing the replacement of inlet and exhaust springs. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten:] Chassis [Handwritten, red:] 700 [Typed:] [Struck through: To:- Wym.] from Wym/HN/CP. c. to FJH. c. to [Struck through: engineers.] Wym/HN/CP. 1/LH.21.9.43. Myth Engine M.40 - No.1.… | ||
| scan0242 | Work specification for a Myth Engine M.40 from an Austin 10 HP chassis, detailing crankshaft and bearing replacement. | ||
| View original record | RR Chassis To: FJH. from Wym/HN/CPL o. Wym. c. FJH/CES. Wym/HN/CP. 7/LH.111.43. Myth Engine M.40 - No.1. Chassis Austin 10 H.P. Specification of the above unit is revised as follows :- Work carried… | ||
| scan0243 | Sourcing of electrical and other components for the construction of two Myth Cars. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten notes: SJK, Chassis - 700-] To FJH/RC. from Wym. c. to FJH. Wym.5/OH. 15.12.43. MYTH CHASSIS. As you are no doubt aware, we are endeavouring to build two Myth Cars. Whilst I appreciate… | ||
| scan0244 | The status and availability of parts and drawings required to build the Myth Chassis. | ||
| View original record | 109 Chassis To Ev/JD. from Wym. c. to Rm. Wym.3/OH. 9.12.43. We have made a complete check of the material, L.O.P's and Drawings available to enable us to build a Myth Chassis, and find that the… | ||
| scan0245 | Status report on the availability of various car components and proposed actions. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Section 7050 - Steering. No L.O.P. available, although we have one Burman Douglas Steering Column complete with Pendulum Lever in stock. Section 7130 - Dashboard. No L.O.P. available. As the… | ||