Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| 01-page01 | Indicating the location of previous correspondence files. | ||
| View original record | For previous correspondence see X700 Files in Strong Room. | ||
| 01-page02 | Confirming satisfactory testing of Kelmit bearings and requesting the progression of large bore pistons for the P.II. | ||
| View original record | X7770 X700 RHC. from Hs/Rn. Hs/Rn.3/KT.3.3.33. LARGE BORE P.II. Since the Kelmit bearings have now proved satisfactory on our test bed unit, we are ready for the large bore pistons. We should be glad… | ||
| 01-page03 | Proposal to fit a list of parts to a large bore Phantom II car destined for France. | ||
| View original record | To Lid. Gry. Les. Wayman. c. to RHC. [Handwritten crossed out text: x270 L700] P.II. LARGE BORE - 10,000 MILES. We propose to fit the following parts to the large bore Phantom II car which will be… | ||
| 01-page04 | Component specifications and modifications for the 8 Litre Phantom. | ||
| View original record | x777° RHC. from Hs/Gry. Hs/Gry.1/KT.20.3.33. 8 LITRE PHANTOM. Hs/Rm.1/KT.15.3.33. Further to the above memo. in connection with the 10,000 miles test of 27-EX, we send you herewith a more detailed… | ||
| 01-page05 | Requesting an opportunity to test ride finished Phantom cars with low rating front springs during their road test from Derby to Cricklewood. | ||
| View original record | EP. from Hs/Rn. x 7770 Hs/Rn.13/KT.27.3.33. We want to get an opportunity of riding in one or two finished Phantoms with the low rating front springs, in the immediate future. The idea will be to get… | ||
| 01-page06 | Measured valve timing for P.II. No.2 and No.4 setups. | ||
| View original record | X 7770. 31.3.33. P.II. No.2. MEASURED TIMING. I.O. 4º B.T.D.C. E.O. 38º B.B.D.C. I.C. 37º P.T.D.C. E.C. 6º P.T.D.C. ----- No.4. I.O. 3º E.O. 37º I.C. 37º E.C. 7º | ||
| 01-page07 | Strengthened main bearing caps made in dural for the Phantom II. | ||
| View original record | x7720 To BY. from E/JNR. E/JNR.4/HP.4.4.33. c.c. Wor. Hs. Phantom II. We send you herewith: LeC.3422 showing the strengthened main bearing caps made in dural. as before. E/JNR. | ||
| 01-page08 | Low-rated springs for the Phantom II, attaching a related memo from Mr. Evans. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Rm. EP/Thn1/MH.30.3.33 re PHANTOM II - LOW RATED SPRINGS - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Attached hereto is copy of Mr. Evans' memo LE5/C/29.3.33, for your information. EP/Thn. | ||
| 01-page09 | Availability of four Phantom II cars for testing low rated springs. | ||
| View original record | COPY S/W. EP. LE5/C/29.3.33. Re Phantom 11. Low Rated Springs With reference to your EP11/H/28.3.33. I note your remarks re Rm. and yourself coming down to try Phantom 11. cars with low rated springs.… | ||
| 01-page10 | Outlining proposed modifications for a large bore Phantom unit. | ||
| View original record | x777° FHC. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm.4/KT. 22.4.33. LARGE BORE PHANTOM UNIT. There are two items we wish to try and get on No. 25 unit before we put it in 27-EX:- (1) New camshaft to Hs.961 - 115°. (2) The… | ||
| 01-page11 | Blueprints for larger Inlet Valves and seats for a Phantom II Chassis engine experiment. | ||
| View original record | x7779 To R.H.G. c. Hs/Rm BY/CS3/EH.25.4.33. Re Phantom II Chassis (4.375 bore) - Cylinder - Sec:5050. Valves & Fittings - Sec:5060. Please receive herewith blue prints of the following drawings,… | ||
| 01-page12 | Comparison of lubrication specifications between the Phantom II car engine and the Kestrel aero engine. | ||
| View original record | Files x4770 15.5.33 ------ COMPARISON OF PARTICULARS PERTAINING x TO LUBRICATION OF PHANTOM II CAR ENGINE (EXP.No.25) & KESTREL AERO ENGINE. | | P.II. Large Crank | Kestrel |---|---|--- | Normal Max.… | ||
| 01-page13 | Comparing competitor cars (Buick, Essex Terraplane) on quietness and performance, concluding a need for improvement. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. From Hs. C. to War. C. to E. C. to Ev. C. to Ca. C. to Ray. Hs.6/MJ.15.6.33. R.R. CARS. We think we have every reason to be disturbed by the fact that there are many cars now which have engines… | ||
| 01-page14 | Proposal for a 10,000-mile test on an 8-litre Phantom using Kelmit bearings with a hardened shaft. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. from Hs/Rn. Hs/Rn.2/KT.20.6.33. 10,000 MILES TEST ON 8 LITRE PHANTOM. We propose to run Kelmit bearings on this test. To give them a proper chance we think we ought to run with a hardened… | ||
| 01-page15 | Silence and vibration of cars, with comparisons to American models and the Essex. | ||
| View original record | S/W Hs...from C. c.to Wor P By De Hdy. --- C10/C22.6.33 Re R-R Cars. Hs6/MJ16.6.33 ------ It is certainly very interesting to read your remarks regarding the silence of cheap American cars. We are… | ||
| 01-page16 | Requesting the modification of inlet valves for a Phantom 8 litre No.7 vehicle. | ||
| View original record | x1110. To RHC. from Hs/Std. Hs/Std.1/KT. 27.6.33. Please have inlet valves E.83904 (at present fitted to large inlet valve head E.83906 on Phantom 8 litre No.7) modified to accompanying drawing… | ||
| 01-page17 | Examination report and running time analysis for Kelmit bearings on the Phantom model. | ||
| View original record | FILES. x7770. 9.8.33. KELMIT BEARINGS ON THE PHANTOM. Y5623 The Kelmit bearings were examined after 73 hrs. running with a flat on the crankshaft, and were found to be in a good condition, the centre… | ||
| 01-page18 | Data memorandum on the Phantom II engine with balanced crankshafts for use in tanks. | ||
| View original record | E. From Hs/Gry. Hs/Gry.10/MA.24.8.33. 40/50 ENGINES IN TANKS. Replying to your E.8/HP.23.8.33., we send you the following data for the latest type P.II engines with balanced crankshafts. (1) (a) Polar… | ||
| 01-page19 | Phantom engine's compression ratio in light of new leaded fuels from Shell & B.P. | ||
| View original record | T. From Hs/Rm. c. to Wor. c. to By. Hs/Rm.3/A.25.8.33. PHANTOM COMPRESSION RATIO. In a months time we understand that the Shell & B.P. combine are going to market a leaded fuel with an octane rating… | ||
| 01-page20 | The lack of new parts to increase power on the Phantom II, with the next increase contemplated being a larger engine. | ||
| View original record | To Wor. From Hs. X7770. Hs.1/MJ.6.10.33. With reference to the attached. We have no new parts available to give increase in power on the Phantom 11. The next increase we are contemplating is the… | ||
| 01-page21 | Report from the Bush Hotel on the performance of the 20 EX, specifically noting the silent operation of the tappets. | ||
| View original record | X7770. Bush Hotel, Farnham, Surrey. Tel. 337. Thursday Hh. 20 EX. 20 EX ran very well. I was asked to take particular note of the tappets. They remained very silent under all conditions. RHeH. | ||
| 01-page22 | Request to the Repair Department to decarbonise an engine, adjust tappets, fix a valve and adjust the brakes. | ||
| View original record | X777 D Repair Dept. From Hs/FD. Hs/FD.2/MJ.10.5.34. 12-EX. Will you please decarbonise the engine re-adjust the tappets at the bottom. No.3 valve does not close. Adjust the brakes all round, check and… | ||
| 01-page23 | Typed memo to Bailey regarding a car required for experimental work. | ||
| View original record | Y7770 28.8.34. BAILEY, c/o MRS. HARRISON, 12 MILNER ROAD, KINGSTON-ON-THAMES. YOUR CAR REQUIRED FOR EXPERIMENTAL WORK PROPOSE CHANGING IT TO-MORROW. ROBOTHAM. | ||
| 01-page24 | Steering troubles with the Spectre model and requesting suspension modifications. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. 17770 HS/Les.5/KW.6.9.34. 27-EX. As the Spectre has very definite steering troubles, we are anxious to try the above car with the corrected steering geometry, and increased wheel movement.… | ||
| 01-page25 | Proposal to sell an Experimental Phantom Car, including an offer received from a local undertaker. | ||
| View original record | To C. From Hs. c. to Wor. 8770 Hs.3/MJ.12.9.34. 20-EX. We propose getting rid of Experimental Phantom Car This car is fitted with a very old fashioned out of date body. There are several experimental… | ||
| 01-page26 | New type of Phantom II mascot (the kneeling figure) for car 30-EX. | ||
| View original record | X7770 To Hn. from EV. c.c. Hs. EV.5/HP.13.9.34. re 30-EX. Will you please send us a Phantom II Mascot of the new type, having the kneeling figure, as we wish to fit it to this car. EV. | ||
| 01-page27 | Future of Phantom Car 27-EX, its scrap independent suspension, and the need for a new frame. | ||
| View original record | To C. From Hs. c. to Wor. J 7770 Hs.5/MJ.18.9.34. PHANTOM CAR 27-EX. We propose getting rid of this car shortly. It is fitted with the original type of independent wheel suspension which is now scrap.… | ||
| 01-page28 | Car 27-EX, discussing the need for a new frame due to its original independent wheel suspension. | ||
| View original record | Rm x 777 D. S/W......Hs. CS/D19.9.34. Re: 27-EX. Hs.5/MJ.18.9.34. I note that you will be getting rid of this car, and that owing to the original type of independent wheel suspension, it will… | ||
| 01-page29 | Outstanding work and modifications required for experimental Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. 5770 Hs/Rm.11/KW.20.9.34. CAR WORK GENERAL. Owing to pressure from the Spectre and the two Bentley chassis you are at present building, we have got rather behindhand on keeping our… | ||
| 01-page30 | The sale preparation and non-standard parts of chassis number 20-EX. | ||
| View original record | Hs/RM. Hd/FHA24/HR.3.10.34. re CHASSIS NO. 20-EX. ------------------- We have tested the above car but before submitting our recommendations to Sales, to put the chassis into saleable condition, we… | ||
| 01-page31 | Delay in repairs for Chassis No. 20-EX, awaiting information from the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | W/S Cx c to HS/Rm. Rm x7770 Hd/FHA14/HR.8.10.34. re CHASSIS NO. 20-EX. ------------------- We thank you for your Cx8/KW.6.10.34. regarding the completion of repairs on the above car, and would say… | ||
| 01-page32 | Listing parts to be removed from Chassis No. 20-EX and replaced with standard pieces. | ||
| View original record | To Hd. X7770 Hs/Gry.5/KW.9.10.34. Chassis No. 20-EX. Replying to your Hd/FHA.24/HR.3.10.34, we think the following parts should be removed and be replaced by standard pieces - (1) Gearbox, which has a… | ||
| 01-page33 | Disposal of existing experimental cars following new developments. | ||
| View original record | Hs To Hs. from Sg. Copy to Wor. Re Experimental Department Cars. Sg1/E9.10.34 When I was last at Derby, I think you mentioned that, in view of new developments, you would very soon be ready to part… | ||
| 01-page34 | List of production modifications for the Phantom II 'T.2' Series chassis. | ||
| View original record | Hs. X7770 BY/Cgh.7/G.11.10.34. PHANTOM II - 'T.2' SERIES. -------------------- The following modifications are being incorporated on 'T.2.' series production chassis :- (1). Sealed petrol tank filler… | ||
| 01-page35 | List of modifications to bearings and a gearbox vent, noting the deletion of the exhaust cutout and a request for updated standardisation sheets. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - BY/Cgh.7/G.11.10.34. (12). Ball bearings to bottom slider, as per N.Sch. 4140. (13). Gearbox vent as per N.Sch. 4170. (14). Spherical bearing for change gear shaft, as per N.Sch. 4173. We are… | ||
| 01-page36 | Disposal of experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | 8770 To Sg. From Hs. c. to Wor. Hs.1/MJ.11.10.34. EXPERIMENTAL DEPT. CARS. Sg.1/E9.10.34. Since you were last at Derby we have disposed of 20-EX.(40/50), J.3 Car, and 4-B-1V. Since 28-EX. returned… | ||
| 01-page37 | The disposal of a 22-EX (40/50) Phantom car and sending it to the Repair Shop for instructions. | ||
| View original record | Y 770 To C. From Hs. c. to Wor. c. to Hd. Hs.1/MJ.12.10.34. We wish to dispose of 22-EX. car (40/50). This is an up-to-date Phantom. The body, although 5 or 6 years old, is modern in appearance. It… | ||
| 01-page38 | Fitting of rear shock damper control rods on a Phantom, noting required battery modifications and unsatisfactory test results. | ||
| View original record | V7770 To Hs/Rm. To By. To E. Hs/GWH.14/KW.15.10.34. Phantom. The fitting of the control rod to the rear shock dampers entails alterations to the Battery and further modifications to the control rod. A… | ||
| 01-page39 | Modifications and required examinations for chassis 22-EX. | ||
| View original record | 4770 To Hd: Hs/Gry:1/KW.16.10.34. 22-EX. Since we received this chassis back from the Repair Dept., at which time it was brought up to R.2 series, we have made the following modifications - (1) Fitted… | ||
| 01-page40 | Inquiry regarding the disposal of experimental chassis 22-EX and its conversion requirements. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Hs. GRY I understand that you are proposing to get rid of 22-EX. Would you please let me know if that is so, and whether it is very experimental as regards the chassis and would require a good… | ||
| 01-page41 | Outlining the decision to dispose of car 22-EX and for the Repair Dept. to remove its experimental features. | ||
| View original record | W/S - Cx. <7770 Hs/Gry.4/KW.18.10.34. Replying to Cx.6/KW.17.10.34, it has been decided to get rid of 22-EX. This car is entirely up to date except for a short bonnet and a noisy second speed gearbox.… | ||
| 01-page42 | Comparison table of ground clearance measurements for various car models. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. c. to E. x7770 Hs/PD.-/KW.29.10.34. Ground Clearance on 16-G-IV 25 HP. 4 Pass. 28-EX 40/50 5 Pass. 3-B-IV Bentley 4 Pass. 1-S-1 Spectre 5 Pass. Essex 6 4 Pass. Cadillac 5 Pass. Under front… | ||
| 01-page43 | Instruction memo to fit a bumper bar, dismantle shock dampers, and modify pistons on car 27-EX. | ||
| View original record | x 7720 700 To RHC. Hs/FD.14/KW.17.11.34. 27-EX. Will you please fit bumper bar to the above car and at the same time dismantle the shock dampers and examine for failure. Will you also have two .031"… | ||
| 01-page44 | Oil intake issue with the large semi-expanding carburetter on the Phantom II and the proposed solution. | ||
| View original record | To E. c. to Hy. 4400 700 Hs/Swdl.5/KW.28.11.34. Phantom II. In conjunction with the large semi-expanding carburetter (LOP.E.84480) trouble has been experienced in that oil is drawn from the rocker… | ||
| 01-page45 | Reversing a decision to stop producing Phantoms, instead ordering an additional 25 to be made. | ||
| View original record | x97500 To Wor. from Sg. Copy to E.Lid.Hs. W.Hs.Cx. re Phantoms. Sg17/W26.11.34 Confirming conversation on the telephone, after further considerable careful consideration we want to reverse our… | ||
| 01-page46 | Instruction to dismantle and scrap a Phantom II Bumper Chassis, order number 54102. | ||
| View original record | To Hd. TTO700 Hs/Wym.7/KW.12.12.34. Ph.II Bumper Chassis - Order No. 54102. We are sending over to the Repair Dept. the above chassis to be dismantled and scrapped. Will you please carry out the… | ||
| 01-page47 | Secret memo discussing the car programme, specifically a proposal to introduce the Spectre engine into the Phantom chassis. | ||
| View original record | SECRET, [Handwritten top]: X 7770X700 [Handwritten top]: +300 [Handwritten left]: hvs To Wer. from Sg. re Car Programme. Sg4/E12.2.35 Copy to Hs.E. Referring to my note re the question of whether we… | ||
| 01-page48 | Listing various car and aero engine parts sent to the Repair Department for dismantling and scrap. | ||
| View original record | To Hd. from Hs/FD. x770 700 HS/FD.S/KW.12.2.35. We are sending over to the Repair Dept. for dismantling and scrap :- 1. Ph.II Gearbox. 1. 25 HP. " 1. 25 HP. Cylinder Head. 1. 25 HP. Crankcase. 1.… | ||
| 01-page49 | Seeking clarification on the history and specifications of an experimental car for prospective purchasers. | ||
| View original record | 4220 x700 DopD S/W. Hs. [REDACTED] re- 22-EX. Cx2/KW27.2.35. Reference Cx9/KW22.2.35, we find we need to ask you some more questions about this car in view of the curiosity that is aroused in the… | ||
| 01-page50 | Listing vehicle modifications and discussing how to represent the car's condition and mileage to potential buyers. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Cx2/KW27.2.35. Cast iron ribbed brake drums O series. 2.750 diameter propeller shaft N2 " S/m gearbox N2 " Diamond engine mounting N2 " Wider brake shoes N2 " Higher radiator and dash N2 " 60"… | ||
| 01-page51 | Progress report on the Spectre, Phantom, and Bentley models, covering insulation, testing, and supercharging. | ||
| View original record | To Wor. from Hs/Rm. 4700 Hs/Rm.18/KW.11.4.35. Replying to Wor.7/R.9.4.35. Spectre. We have circulated a brief resume of the present Spectre position, reference Hs/Rm.17/KW.11.4.35, which deals with… | ||
| 01-page52 | Progress report on testing and development of axle control, water excluders, braking systems, and gear levers. | ||
| View original record | -2- Axle Control. The scheme with the shock absorbers moved out is not yet on test. Water Excluders. The results which have so far been obtained from these fitted to customers' cars and also to Bn's… | ||
| 01-page53 | Performance issues due to increased weight, steering modifications, gear ratios, and engine development. | ||
| View original record | -3- Performance in view of Increased weight. We made an effort to get some weight off 5-B-IV, particulars of which were summarised in Hs/Rm.7/KW.2.4.35. We now require some assistance from Design… | ||
| 01-page54 | Exhaust hot spot temperature tests conducted on a Phantom II vehicle. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm: x700 Hs/GR.10/KW.13.4.35. Phantom II Exhaust Hot Spot Temperatures. --------------------------------------- Tests carried out on 28-EX, using an Elliot Millivoltmeter No.1121620 and thermo… | ||
| 01-page55 | Request to arrange for the use of car 28EX for a trip to Liverpool. | ||
| View original record | X700 GRAMS: "WESTLAKES, DOUGLAS, MAN." PHONE, 938. Westlakes "Sea Level," Queen's Promenade, Douglas, Isle of Man. Dear Pim, Could you please arrange to let me have 28EX Car next Saturday and hand… | ||
| 01-page56 | Short handwritten letter discussing the weather and exploring an island. | ||
| View original record | most desirable. Having delightful weather and a very good time, have explored Island very well Hope you are well Kindest regards, H Swift | ||
| 01-page57 | Urgent memo to cease all work on the last 83 Phantom 'U.2' Series chassis. | ||
| View original record | Hy. from Wor. Sft. c. to Hy. c. to Hs. c. to Roy. c. to D/Br. PRIVATE & VERY URGENT. X700 Wor2/R.23.5.35. 40/50 H.P. CHASSIS. Will you please arrange to stop all work at once on the last 83 Phantom… | ||
| 01-page58 | Confirming the arrangement for Tunnicliffe to have the 28-EX car. | ||
| View original record | Sft. From Hs/Rm. X700 Hs/Rm.4/MJ.29.7.35. Replying to your letter. I am arranging to let Tunnicliffe have 28-EX. car as requested. Hs/Rm. | ||
| 01-page59 | Request to strip an All Aluminium Phantom Engine for inspection after long-term supercharging work. | ||
| View original record | X 700 To RHC. Hs/Rm.2/KW.20.9.35. All Aluminium Phantom Engine. We are very interested in this engine, which has run 6 or 7 years on supercharging work in the single cylinder test house. Will you… | ||
| 01-page60 | Listing proposed design features for Phantom and Bentley models. | ||
| View original record | To E. X7770 Hs/Rn.10/KW.29.5.34. We have a number of features on which we know exactly what we want if we could get somebody to draw for us. In most cases we have actually made a mock-up of the parts… | ||
| 01-page61 | List of design features for the Terraplane and 20/25 models. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Rm.10/KW.29.5.34. (5) Cantilever pedals on the lines of the Terraplane. (6) Front springs shackled at the rear. (7) Carburetter controls cantilevered off the crankcase. (8) Boxed frame front… | ||
| 01-page62 | Table outlining the particulars of various car engines. | ||
| View original record | x7770 3 16.5.34. PARTICULARS OF CAR ENGINES. TYPE | BORE | STROKE | STROKE/BORE | TOTAL CYLINDER CAPACITY | R.A.C. RATING | WHEEL BASE | TRACK --- Phantom II | 4.250" | 5.500" | 1.29 | 468 cu.in. 7668… | ||
| 01-page63 | Chassis points requiring urgent attention, specifically regarding noise and steering control. | ||
| View original record | To EP. from Hs/Rm. C. Wor. E. Hs/Rm.2/KT.20.11.33. P.II. CHASSIS - POINT REQUIRING URGENT ATTENTION. With reference to EP19/MH.16.11.33. (1) Designs have been completed which will improve (a) tappet… | ||
| 01-page64 | Urgent issues with the Phantom II chassis, including noisy engines, fan belt clearance, and poor high-speed steering. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Rm C.E. [Strikethrough] F [Strikethrough] Wer. [Underlined] EP19/MH.16.11.33 re PHANTOM II CHASSIS - POINTS FOR URGENT ATTENTION ------------------------------------------- As requested, I confirm… | ||
| 01-page65 | Future of magneto ignition versus battery-based stand-by ignition systems. | ||
| View original record | X779 To W.M. From Hs. C. to R. Hs.4/W.J.4.7.33. MAGNETO IGNITION. The question of whether we should fit magneto ignition has been gone over many times. It was agreed by R. two or three years ago that… | ||
| 01-page66 | Summary of the progress on the silent tappet job, discussing filters, rocker shafts, and oil feed mechanisms. | ||
| View original record | G.W. Hancock, Esq., Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. Hs/Rm.11/KW.16.4.34. I have now had a chance of going over the silent tappet job and seeing where we were getting to and the following… | ||
| 01-page67 | Tests and issues related to rocker shafts, valves, universal joints, and fuel systems. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Rm.11/KW.16.4.34. (4) We are running with the rocker shaft pressure raised to 10 lbs/sq.in. and a slot cut in the ball relief valve seating equivalent to the area of a 1/16" hole. (5) The… | ||
| 01-page68 | Letter discussing the design, manufacture, and testing of 26-EX shock damper elbows. | ||
| View original record | 2 8498 G.W.Hancock, Esq., Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. 26-EX. Shock Damper Elbows. --------------------------- We thoroughly agree with your suggestion of combining elbow and alum… | ||
| 01-page69 | Multiple faults and repair actions on a car. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. Rm From G.W.H. Hotel de France, Chateauroux, FRANCE. 8.4.34. 28-EX. We are holding the car up today to attend to the following items:- (1) Rear propeller Shaft Coupling. This has completely… | ||
| 01-page70 | Car 28-EX at 10,000 miles, detailing engine performance and acceleration data. | ||
| View original record | x7941 4 To Sg. from G.W.H. c. Wor. E. c. By. EP. c. Mx. Hs. Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre. FRANCE. 23.4.34. REPORT ON 28-EX. AT 10,000 MILES. ENGINE UNIT P.II. NO.28. Vulture Type Cylinder Head… | ||
| 01-page71 | Inspection report detailing the condition of engine components including connecting rods, pistons, cylinders and valves. | ||
| View original record | -2- Connecting Rods. New oil pipes were fitted replacing the broken ones on No's 3, 6 & 4. No.5 was resoldered. We have not examined the rods, but there is no indication of them having again failed.… | ||
| 01-page72 | Status report on the clutch, servo motor, gearbox, and carburetter components. | ||
| View original record | -3- CLUTCH & FLYWHEEL TO LOP.G.81043. N.SCH.3926. 3551. 3934. Clutch with fabrics on driven member. External clutch adjustment. The engagement of the clutch has been on the jaggering side, and is not… | ||
| 01-page73 | The performance and necessary adjustments for various vehicle components including dampers, pedals, radiator, and exhaust. | ||
| View original record | -4- CONTROL UNIT FOR HYDRAULIC DAMPERS. A breather hole was drilled in the top cover of the unit .0937" dia. This has improved the loss of oil from the unit, but is not the solution to loss of oil. We… | ||
| 01-page74 | The condition and performance of various vehicle components including the wheelcase, ignition plugs, petrol tank, and drivetrain. | ||
| View original record | -5- WHEELCASE & FITTINGS LOP.E.83692. The supply of oil as previously reported to the water pump drive and dynamo drive is in excess. There has been a slight leak from the water pump drive housing… | ||
| 01-page75 | The performance of hydraulic dampers, steering column and box, and the rear axle. | ||
| View original record | -6- HYDRAULIC DAMPERS AUTOMATICALLY CONTROLLED. Rear LOP.F.85732. Sch.411-469. Front LOP.F.85733. Sch.411-469. Strengthened main cylinders with smaller feet and increased dia. bolts. The dampers have… | ||
| 01-page76 | Issues and modifications to the exhaust system, brake equaliser shafts, and road springs. | ||
| View original record | -7- by the brakes does not reach the inner parts where the drain hole is situated, therefore the grease remains in a solid mass. It has not been necessary to add any oil to the axle. EXHAUST SYSTEM.… | ||
| 01-page77 | The performance and condition of steering tubes, buffer clearances, and brakes during mileage testing. | ||
| View original record | -86 SIDE STEERING TUBE & CROSS STEERING TUBE. LOP.F.79861.LOP.G.77482. The cross steering tube friction load taken at the beginning of the mileage was 135 ins.lbs. At 5000 miles it had dropped to 125… | ||
| 01-page78 | The performance and condition of various electrical system components. | ||
| View original record | -9- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Voltage Controlled Dynamo. The dynamo has given no trouble throughout the mileage. The commutator and brushes are in a good condition. There was very little dust in the end… | ||
| 01-page79 | List of modifications and required work for various vehicle chassis. | ||
| View original record | -2- (4) Air silencer stay to Lec.4098. 19-G-IV. This car is being sent over to France for the fitting of the Dubonnet parts. The brakes are not safe and should be re-lined before the car leaves.… | ||
| 01-page80 | List of modifications and parts for clutch, engine, and suspension systems. | ||
| View original record | -3- HS/Rm.11/KW.20.9.34. (5) Clutch centre replaced by R.R. Borg & Beck. (6) Cross member, N.Sch.4168. 2-B-IV. (1) High comp. cylinder head, Hs.1372, Inlet valve Ex.11474 Exhaust valve RB.1325. (2)… | ||
| 01-page81 | Car 20-EX being sent to the Repair Dept. to be made into a standard car for sale. | ||
| View original record | X7770 W/S - C. Hs/Rm. 3/KW. 21.9.34. 20-EX. This was the car about which we rang you the other day. We are sending it across to the Repair Dept. to be made into a standard car. It will then be… | ||
| 01-page82 | Particulars regarding 40/50 HP engines in tanks. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/GRY. from E. re 40/50 HP. Engines in Tanks. E.8/HP.23.8.33. Referring to the attached letter from Mr Bibby, of the 17th, I believe you have by you most of, if not all, of the information asked… | ||
| 01-page83 | Disposal of car 20-EX and the return of a Bosch Dynamo and Jackall Jacks. | ||
| View original record | To Hd. from Hs/FD. X7770 Hs/FD.2/KW.26.9.34. 20-EX. Ph.II. Sales have agreed to dispose of the above We are therefore sending the car over to the Repair Dept. to-day. There are only two items which we… | ||
| 01-page84 | Confirming a phone conversation about Chassis 20-EX and requesting it be handed to the Repair Department. | ||
| View original record | Rm x7770 S/W........Hs. C13/D21.9.34. Re: Chassis 20-EX. Hs.3/MJ.12.9.34. Confirming 'phone conversation, will you please hand to the Repair Department and ask Hd. to advise us when ready. C. | ||
| 01-page85 | Refurbishing and selling car 20-EX after a customer is unlikely to purchase it. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Hs/Rm Rm x7770 re- 20-EX. Cx15/KW21.9.34. The chances are that Sanderson & Holmes will not be able to persuade their customer to buy this car, as we seem to want more for it than he is inclined… | ||