Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Agreeing to produce a new 20 HP experimental chassis, number 18-G4. | ||
| View original record | To BY. From Hs. c. to E. Ds. c. to Ds/EV. c. to Wor. X180 No.12/H./.4.3.30. (Y5)) 6 Y180 20 HP. EXPERIMENTAL CAR. Sg. has agreed that we shall produce a new 20 HP. experimental chassis. The number of… | ||
| scan0002 | Request for a list of chassis numbers for experimental cars to aid with correspondence filing. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM DA/EV. X180. DA/EV2/W7.5.30. EXPERIMENTAL CARS. It would help us to deal with the filing of our correspondence if you could tell us the chassis numbers of those experimental cars which you… | ||
| scan0003 | Listing the cars currently in use by the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | To DA/EV. From Hs/Rm. X180 Hs/Rm.9/MJ.8.5.30. With reference to DA/EV2/M7.5.30. The cars at present used by the Experimental Dept. are as follows :- PHANTOM 11. - 18-EX, 19-EX, 20-EX, 22-EX, 23-EX.… | ||
| scan0004 | Cover note for a letter from the County Surveyor regarding road damage, suggesting the route be given a rest. | ||
| View original record | Wor. from Wn. copy to EP. " " Hs. " " Mx. ---------- 4180 Wn17/MT.10.5.30. ---------------- Attached is copy letter from the County Surveyor, which is self-explanatory. The County Surveyor has nothing… | ||
| scan0005 | Letter from the County Surveyor regarding complaints of dangerous speeding during car testing. | ||
| View original record | COPY. J.W.Horton. M.Inst.C.E. County Surveyor. County Offices. St. Mary's Gate. Derby. 8th May. 1930. Dear Sirs, Complaints have been made to the County Council of the dangerous speed at which some of… | ||
| scan0006 | Disposal and repair of a Chrysler car. | ||
| View original record | X180 . To Sg. From Hs. c. to Wor. Hs.1/MJ.14.5.30. X.4012 X.7960 X.180 CHRYSLER CAR. We are sending the Chrysler car to London early next week when it can be disposed of. We are having to replace one… | ||
| scan0007 | Confirming the sale arrangement for a 20 HP Experimental Car post-testing and discussing the body's condition for coachbuilders. | ||
| View original record | X180. To Hs. from Sg. re 20 HP Experimental Cars. Sg4/E14.5.30 You will remember that as per Hs.2/MJ.26.2.30 and Sg23/E3.3.30 the arrangement was that 14-G-4 would be transferred to Sales Dept. for… | ||
| scan0008 | Preparation of the 20 HP Experimental car, 14-G4, for sale. | ||
| View original record | TO SG. FROM HS. c. to Sor. c. to C. c. to Hm. X180 HS.5/MJ.15.5.30. 20 HP. EXPERIMENTAL CAR. We are arranging to send 14-G4 car to the Repair Dept., early next week for it to be prepared for sale.… | ||
| scan0009 | Development of a silent (helical) three-speed gearbox on experimental car 14-EX and the number of experimental cars in use. | ||
| View original record | X180 To Hs. from Sg. Experimental Cars. Sg19/El.7.30 Copy to R. Wor. In the list of experimental cars, Hsl/EE.306.30 I see it says that 14-EX is being used in connection with development of silent… | ||
| scan0010 | Requesting the use of a covered Experimental car for a weekend. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Wn. X 180 Wn11/MT.2.7.30. You asked me to send you a reminder of the arrangement made to let me have one of the covered Experimental cars for Saturday and Sunday, the 5th and 6th July. I am… | ||
| scan0011 | The renewal of motor car licenses for vehicles 24-EX and 26-EX. | ||
| View original record | x180. Hs. D/L12/B15-9-30. MOTOR CAR LICENSES The licenses for 24-EX and 26-EX expire on September 30th. Please say whether these should be renewed to the end of the year. D. RECEIVED SEP 16 1930 | ||
| scan0012 | The renewal of motor car licenses for vehicles 24-EX and 26-EX. | ||
| View original record | D/L. From Hs. 180 Hs.1/MJ.16.9.30. MOTOR CAR LICENSES. Replying to D/L12/B15.9.30. The licenses for 24-EX. and 26-EX. should be renewed for another six months. Hs. | ||
| scan0013 | Urgent inquiry regarding the maximum number of drivers or officials on the road for testing or other company purposes. | ||
| View original record | X180. URGENT. S/W Hs. Tr.15/N.7.11.30. Will you please let me know, from past experience, the maximum number of drivers or experimental drivers or officials, including yourself, who are likely to be… | ||
| scan0014 | Number of experimental cars on the road and requesting figures for production test cars. | ||
| View original record | X180. W/S. Tr. From Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm.5/MJ.8.11.30. With reference to Tr15/N7.11.30. In certain circumstances it is possible for seven or eight Experimental cars to be on the road at the same time with… | ||
| scan0015 | Car No.9-EX, stating it is surplus to requirements and should not be sent to the Transport Dept. | ||
| View original record | x180 Hs/CEP2/MS3.1.31. To Hs/CEP. from Wor. Wor18/T20.1.31. Re Car No.9-EX. We have no use for this car, and I do not want it to go to the Transport Dept., as we have all the cars there we require.… | ||
| scan0016 | Proposing the scrapping of an old experimental car, 9-EX, and salvaging its useful parts. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. From Hs. c. to Wor. X180 Hs.10/MJ.23.1.31. EXPERIMENTAL CAR 9-EX. We have an Expl. car 9-EX, which is a very old type. It was the first Phantom 1 car we fitted semi-elliptic rear springs to.… | ||
| scan0017 | Decision to dismantle Experimental Car 9-EX, salvage useful parts, and scrap the remainder. | ||
| View original record | Hs AJL X180. RECEIVED 26 JAN 1931 HS To Hs. from Sg. Experimental Car 9-EX. Copy to Wor. Hd. Replying to Hs10/MJ.23.1.31 in view of the information given I agree that the best thing to do with this… | ||
| scan0018 | Potential dismantling of experimental car 14-EX due to its non-standard nature. | ||
| View original record | H3 X180. RECEIVED To Hs. from Sg. re Experimental Cars. Copy to Wom. Referring to your recommendation relative to the dismantling of 9-EX, I am wondering whether the same recommendation should not be… | ||
| scan0019 | Continued use of the 14-EX experimental car for gearbox experiments. | ||
| View original record | X180 To Sg. From Hs. c. to Wor. Hs.3/MJ.28.1.31. EXPERIMENTAL CARS. Replying to Sg3/E27.1.31. 14-EX. is still a useful car to us because it is the only Phantom car we have which has a separate… | ||
| scan0020 | Inquiry regarding the potential sale of a demonstration or experimental 20/25 HP long chassis to a Captain W.A. Powell. | ||
| View original record | S/W. (Hs) V180 Cx./Bly.7/PH.25.2.31. re - Captain W.A. Powell, R.A.F. Staff College, Andover. -------------------------- We have had a visit from the above who is very interested in the latest 20/25… | ||
| scan0021 | The disposal of experimental 20/25 HP cars. | ||
| View original record | To Cx/Bly. From Hs. Hs.2/MJ.26.2.31. Replying to Cx/Bly7/PH. 25.2.31. At the moment we have no Experimental 20/25 HP. cars which we are likely to dispose of. In about three months time we shall be… | ||
| scan0022 | Request from Capt. Forsyth to borrow a car over the Easter period. | ||
| View original record | 8180. To Sg. From Hs. c. to Wor. Hs.1/MJ.18.3.31. When Capt. Forsyth was at the Works today he said he would like, if possible, to borrow a car from the Thursday before Good Friday until the following… | ||
| scan0023 | Arrangement of a loaner car for Captain Forsyth for Easter. | ||
| View original record | H/S RECEIVED 19 MAR 1931 8180 To Hs. from Sg. Copy to Wor. F. Sg1/E19.3.31 Referring to your Hs.1/MJ.18.3.31 I shall be pleased for you to arrange to lend Captain Forsyth a car for Easter. I should… | ||
| scan0024 | Potential release and sale of several experimental Phantom II cars to reduce rolling stock. | ||
| View original record | HS x180. To Hs. from Sg. re Experimental Cars. Copy to Wor. Cx I should be glad to know whether it is now possible for you to give up any of the experimental P.II cars, Nos. 19-EX, 20-EX, 21-EX and… | ||
| scan0025 | Insurance arrangements for a car to be lent to Capt. Forsyth during the Easter holidays. | ||
| View original record | To Py. From Hs. C. TO SG. 8180. Hs.7/MJ.31.3.31. We presume that you will make all the necessary arrangements to cover the insurance of the car which you propose to lend to Capt. Forsyth during the… | ||
| scan0026 | Note confirming the loan of the 'Aviation Car' to Captain Forsyth and the arrangement of the related insurance. | ||
| View original record | Hs. +180 Py8/LAM.1.4.31. With reference to Hs7/MJ.31.3.31., we have arranged to lend Captain Forsyth the Aviation Car and we have already attended to the insurance. Py. [Stamp]: RECEIVED 2 APR 1931 HS | ||
| scan0027 | Disposal of a second-hand experimental car and repurposing an American experimental car for demonstration. | ||
| View original record | .X180. To Hs. from Sg. re Experimental Cars. Would you please let me know how much longer you anticipate having to keep 110-DC, the P.I car lent you in connection with springing experiments. The point… | ||
| scan0028 | Delays with the Phantom I car 110-DC due to issues with springs, and the use of experimental cars 25-EX and 24-EX. | ||
| View original record | 8180. To Sg. From Hs. Hs.9/MJ.14.4.31. Re. Experimental Cars. Replying to Sg17/E2.4.31. We expect to return the Phantom l car 110-DC. about next week. The delay with this car has been due to the… | ||
| scan0029 | The private use of experimental cars, listing individuals involved. | ||
| View original record | Y180. To Wor. From Hs/Lid. Hs/Lid.4/MJ.7.5.31. The following have, during the past, made use of Expl. cars for private purposes. Members of the Expl. Dept., are not included in this list. Wor., Rg.,… | ||
| scan0030 | Policy on running experimental cars and the value of having officials test them. | ||
| View original record | 8180 To Wor. from Hs. Hsl/ADl9.5.31. RUNNING EXPERIMENTAL CARS. Referring to our conversation the other day in which you stated that in future experimental cars should not be run by anyone outside the… | ||
| scan0031 | Benefit of allowing personnel to run company cars. | ||
| View original record | Hsl/ADL9.5.31 contd. -2- Apart from Mx. and EP. we think it is useful for By. and Hy. to run cars occasionally. The Company gain much more than it costs. We should very much like your views on this… | ||
| scan0032 | Typed memo requesting an experimental car for personal use during the holidays. | ||
| View original record | WOR. 8180. BY/G.22.5.31. EXPERIMENTAL CARS. ------------- I asked Hs. about a car early on this week, and he said he would take the matter up, as it would have to be referred to you. Yesterday he… | ||
| scan0033 | Follow-up communication regarding the disposal of two experimental 20/25 HP cars. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Hs. X180. Cx10/KW27.5.31. Re your Hs2/MJ26.2.31, in which you said that in about three months' time you would be wanting to get rid of two experimental cars of the 20/25 h.p. type, would you… | ||
| scan0034 | Advising that due to a programme change, cars previously thought to be for disposal must now be retained. | ||
| View original record | J180. To Cx. From Hs. Hs.3/MJ.28.5.31. Replying to Cx.10/KW27.5.31. When we said that we thought we should have some 25 HP. cars for disposal, at the time we were thinking that 'Japan 111' would go… | ||
| scan0035 | Provision of a left-handed experimental car for the Paris Show. | ||
| View original record | 8180. Hs To Hs. from Sg. re Experimental Cars. Copy to Wor. Whr. Referring to Hs.9/MJ.14.4.31 relative to the two left-handed experimental cars, you will remember that, when I saw you recently, I… | ||
| scan0036 | Suitability and condition of two experimental left-hand drive cars, 24-EX and 25-EX, for Paris Trials. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. From Hs. c. to Wor. LEFT HAND EXPL. CARS. You have raised at different times the question of taking one of the Expl. left-hand cars as a Trials Car for Paris. 25-EX. car (which is the car I… | ||
| scan0037 | Repair costs for chassis 24-EX and its potential use as the Paris Trials car. | ||
| View original record | S/W...E/L c. to Hs. c. to Hd. c. to Whr. c. to Hn. 8180. C17/C16.6.31 Re Accident to 24-EX D/L3/B15.6.31. We note that the cost of the repairs to the chassis will amount to £246. 7. 3. As you know,… | ||
| scan0038 | Fitting a new French body to chassis 24-EX for the Paris Show. | ||
| View original record | S/W. (Hs.) C. to Hm. (Paris) for information Re: Chassis 24-EX. With further reference to C17/C16.6.31, the Administration propose that we should have a new French body fitted to this chassis with a… | ||
| scan0039 | Sending coachbuilder's drawings for chassis 24-EX, clarifying spare wheel carrier options. | ||
| View original record | 8180 To Hn. (Paris) From Hs/Lid. Hs/Lid.1/KT.18.6.31. c. to Whr. (S). Re. CHASSIS 24-EX. With reference to WHr10/D17.6.31. we are sending you herewith coachbuilders drawings for 24-EX. The rake of… | ||
| scan0040 | Questioning further expenditure on the Maybach gear change experiment for car 14-EX. | ||
| View original record | H3 Y180. To Hs. from Sg. Copy to Wor. re List of Cars in the Experimental Department. Sg2/E7.7.31 Referring to Hsl/M3.7.31 I note against 14-EX it says: "Experiments and developments of Maybach gear… | ||
| scan0041 | Status and non-standard configuration of experimental car 14-EX, which has a separate gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 8180. To Sg. From Hs. c. to Wor. Hs.6/MJ.8.7.31. CARS IN THE EXPL. DEPT. Replying to Sg2/E7.7.31. No work has been done on 14-EX. in connection with the Maybach change gear, since you last tried this… | ||
| scan0042 | Loan of a car for a holiday period. | ||
| View original record | 8180. To Wv [strikethrough] from Wor. Copy to Hs. Wor8/T16.7.31. Re Loan of Car for Holiday Period. I am quite agreeable to you having a car for the Holiday Period if Hs. can find such a car… | ||
| scan0043 | Approval for the use of an experimental car during the Works holiday week. | ||
| View original record | 8180. copy to Hs. Wor5/T17.7.31. -------- I quite agree to you using an experimental car during the Works holiday week, providing Hs. has one available that requires running. Wor. | ||
| scan0044 | Features of car 18-EX, its proposed transfer to the Repair Dept., and a recommendation for its sale. | ||
| View original record | 8180 To Sg. From Hs. c. to C. c. to Wor. c. to Hd. Hs.8/MJ.10.9.31. R. has agreed that we can dispose of 18-EX. car. We propose sending this over to the Repair Dept., next week. This car has several… | ||
| scan0045 | The disposal of car 18-GX and querying the reasons for its upcoming visit to the Repair Department. | ||
| View original record | RECEIVED 1931 SEP 11 8180. Cx17/KW11.9.31. Re- 18-GX. Sg has passed to me your Hs8/MJ10.9.31, and I am to make arrangements to dispose of this car. Would you please let me know when we can expect to… | ||
| scan0046 | Taking over car 18-EX for sale. | ||
| View original record | Y180. S/W To Hs. from Sg. re 18-EX. Sg5/E11.9.31 Thanks for Hs.3/MJ.10.9.31. I am asking Cx. to follow this matter up and take the car over for sale. Sg. [STAMP] RECEIVED 1931 SEP 11 | ||
| scan0047 | Reason for sending car 18-EX to the Repair Department and conditions for its delivery to London. | ||
| View original record | 8180. Cx. From Hs. Hs.2/MJ.14.9.31. 18-EX. CAR. The reason for sending 18-EX. car to the Repair Dept., is so that they can keep their records correct. We have asked the Repair Dept., to let you know… | ||
| scan0048 | Instructions to prepare Chassis No.18-EX for sale, including the removal of experimental features. | ||
| View original record | Hd. Hs. BY. 8180. D/BP/HD14/WS.14.9.31. Re: Chassis No.18-EX. Referring to your memo Hs8/MJ.10.9.31. will you kindly note we have issued instructions today to Hd. to prepare this chassis for sale and… | ||
| scan0049 | Requesting disposal instructions for the bodies from three experimental cars, chassis 9-EX, 23-EX, and 24-EX. | ||
| View original record | D/BP. Hs. LIP 8180 Hd/WW2/KW3.11.31. Re Chassis 9-EX, 23-EX, and 24-EX. ------------------------------------ You will no doubt recollect that we have recently dealt with the three Experimental cars… | ||
| scan0050 | The disposal of bodies from chassis 9-EX and 23-EX, and the repair and reuse of the body from 24-EX. | ||
| View original record | 8180. D/BP. Hd. } From Hs/Lid. Hs/Lid.10/KT.4.11.31. Re. CHASSIS 9-EX, 23-EX. and 24-EX. With reference to Hd/WW2/KW3.11.31. we have no further use for the bodies that were taken off 9-EX and 23-EX;… | ||
| scan0051 | Proposal for coachwork expenditure involving repairing the 24-EX body and mounting it on the 19-EX chassis with modifications. | ||
| View original record | Y180. To Wor. From Hs/Lid. Hs/Lid.6/MJ.10.11.31. x4 We attach herewith an estimate from Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes for repairing 24-EX. body (which was involved in an accident some little time back).… | ||
| scan0052 | Strategy of co-operating with external coachbuilders for experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | EH. from Wor. Sg. Hs. LID X180 See me Wor7/GR.10.11.32. HS COACHWORK & EXPERIMENTAL CARS. Thanks for your EV7/2.11.32., and I wish to say that I have read this note with considerable pleasure and… | ||
| scan0053 | Employment of a coachbuilder in the experimental department and the challenges involved. | ||
| View original record | V/80 EV. From Hs/Lid. c. to Sg. c. to Wor. Hs/Lid.9/MA.14.11.32. COACH WORK & EXPTL. CARS. We think the suggestion that we should employ a good coachbuilder in the Experimental Dept. is good and would… | ||
| scan0054 | The disposal of second-hand bodies from chassis 9-EX and 23-EX. | ||
| View original record | LID 8180. Hd. Hs. Roy. Wor. D/BP7/OG.31.12.31 Re: Second-hand bodies ex chassis 9-EX & 23-EX. With reference to Hd/MW2/KW3.11.31 and Hs/Lid.10/KT.4.11.31, we have referred this subject to Sales Dept.… | ||
| scan0055 | Disposal and status of various experimental cars and components. | ||
| View original record | 8180. To Wor. From Hs. Hs.7/MJ.18.1.32. CARS IN THE EXPERIMENTAL DEPT. We consider we can get rid of 14-EX. car at once. This is an EAC-7 Type of car which is more or less a Phantom 1 engine with a… | ||
| scan0056 | Condition, disposal and potential reuse of chassis 12.G.IV. | ||
| View original record | 8180. Wor. From HS/Lid. Hs/Lid.6/MA.20. 1. 32. 12.G.IV. As we have no further use for chassis 12.G.IV, it has been decided to dispose of it. The chassis itself is very old and represents no particular… | ||
| scan0057 | Reallocating cars in the Experimental Department and the status of a left-hand drive car. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Lid. from Wor. Copy to Mr. Maddocks. LID 8180. See me Hs Wor3/T21.1.32. Re Cars in the Experimental Dept. We have decided to use 14-EX in place of 9-PK on Transport work, and further, we are going… | ||
| scan0058 | Outlining the disposition of several company vehicles. | ||
| View original record | Hs. Worl/GR.23.1.32. The following has been agreed, therefore, will you kindly go ahead accordingly:-? 14-EX. Can be used for transport work instead of 9-PK. 9-PK. Can be stripped-if there are any… | ||
| scan0059 | Storage and potential sale of three old experimental car bodies. | ||
| View original record | Wor. From Hs/Lid. c. to G. D/BP 8180 Hs/Lid.2/MA.25. 1. 32. OLD EXPERIMENTAL CAR BODIES. We are storing at Sanderson & Holmes three old Experimental car bodies, 9-EX, 19-EX, 23-EX. These bodies are… | ||
| scan0060 | Disposal of three old experimental car bodies. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Lid. LID x180. Copy to G. Copy to D/BP. Wor3/T26.1.32. Re Old Experimental Car Bodies. In answer to your Hs/Lid2/MA25.1.32, I should say definitely, seeing that London have absolutely no market for… | ||
| scan0061 | Confirming arrangements for two cars and drivers to collect important people. | ||
| View original record | HD See me 8180. Hs. Wor2/GR.1.2.32. HS Wednesday, the 3rd instant. This is to confirm that you will arrange for two of your best cars, with drivers, to be at the Midland Hotel not later than 2.p.m. on… | ||
| scan0062 | Internal query regarding the status of giving up chassis 22-EX. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Wor. 8180 Wor2/GR.19.2.32. Worl/GR.23.1.32. 22-EX. Will you please say if you are now able to give up 22-EX? Wor. | ||
| scan0063 | Delayed disposal of the 22-EX experimental car. | ||
| View original record | X180. To Wor. From Hs. Hs.6/MJ.20.2.32. 22-EX. Wor.2/GR.19.2.32. When we promised to get rid of 22-EX. in a month, we hoped that 19-EX. would then be ready to replace it. 22-EX. is very useful to us… | ||
| scan0064 | Request to borrow a 'Lanchester' car for the Easter holidays. | ||
| View original record | S/W. PRIVATE. r180. Py2/LAM.1.3.32. To Wor from Py. Copy to Hs. Re: TECHNICAL COSTS DEPARTMENT. Mr. James, of the Technical Costs Department, wishes to borrow a car for the Easter Holidays. Will you… | ||
| scan0065 | Arranging the loan of a Lanchester car to Mr. James during Easter. | ||
| View original record | To Wor. from Hs. 8180 Hs.1/AD3.3.32. RE : Py2/LAM1.3.32. We can easily arrange for Mr. James of the Technical Class to have the Lanchester car during Easter if it is agreed. We have no other suitable… | ||
| scan0066 | Disposal and sale of experimental cars 22-EX and 27-EX. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. From Hs. c. to Wor. 8180 Hs.2/MJ.3.3.32. X7180. 27-EX. CAR. Replying to Sg.16/E2.3.32. We had arranged to get rid of 22-EX. car. We agree with your suggestion that it might be very much better… | ||
| scan0067 | Sale of experimental car 27-EX, including a final test run and the replacement of experimental carburettors. | ||
| View original record | 8180. RECEIVED HS 1932 MAR 5 To Hs. from Sg. Copy to Wox. Cx. re 27-EX. Sg9/E4.3.32 X7120. I am in receipt of Hs.2/MJ.3.3.32 and am pleased to note you agree that 27-EX should be sold. I note you… | ||
| scan0068 | Arrangement of a Lanchester car for Mr. James for the Easter Holidays. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Wor. 8180. Wor2/T7.3.32. Referring to your Hsl/AD3.3.32. We informed Py. that we we able to arrange for Mr. James to have the Lanchester car for the Easter Holidays, and attach herewith copy… | ||
| scan0069 | Arranging the delivery and pickup of a Lanchester car for the Easter Holidays. | ||
| View original record | Private Copy. To Wor. from Py. Py6/LAM5.3.32. Re Technical Costs Department With reference to your Wor2/T4.3.32, we are glad to note that you can let us have the Lanchester car during the Easter… | ||
| scan0070 | Arrangements for a Lanchester Car following a telephone conversation. | ||
| View original record | LID 8180. Hs. from Wor. Wor4/T16.3.32. Re Lanchester Car. We attach herewith copy of memo re the above car, for your information. Since speaking to you on the telphone we have written to Py. informing… | ||
| scan0071 | Arrangements for the loan of a Lanchester car over Easter. | ||
| View original record | Private Copy. S/W. Wor.... from Py. Pyl/KW14.3.32. Re Lanchester Car. We should be glad, if it is possible, for this car to be sent here to arrive on Tuesday next at Lillie Hall, so that the gentleman… | ||
| scan0072 | Brief internal query regarding the status of 22-EX. | ||
| View original record | X180. Hs. from Wor. Wor10/T23.3.32. 22-EX. Hs6/MJ20.2.32. Will you please say if you are now able to give up 22-EX? Wor. | ||
| scan0073 | Availability of experimental car 22-EX, following the transfer of 27-EX and testing of 19-EX. | ||
| View original record | Wor. From Hs. 8180 Hs.7/MJ.24.3.32. 22-EX. CAR. Replying to Wor.10/T23.3.32. Now that we have handed 27-EX. car over to Sales it is doubtful whether we shall be able to part with 22-EX. The earliest… | ||
| scan0074 | Instructing an update to the registration book after an engine change for chassis 17.G.IV. | ||
| View original record | Y.80. To D/L. from Hs/Lid. Hs/Lid.5/KT.24.5.32. 17.G.IV. CHASSIS - REGISTRATION. Please note that chassis No. 17.G.IV. (CH.8190.) has had the engine changed. The new engine number is IV.G.8. Please… | ||
| scan0075 | Replacement of a high-mileage Morris Cowley car, including a quote for a new model. | ||
| View original record | 8180 To Sg. from Hs/Lid. c. to Wor. Hs/Lid.3/KT.1.6.32. Re. MORRIS COWLEY CAR (TOLLERTON TRANSPORT). This car has now completed over 32,000 miles and has got to the stage where a complete overhaul is… | ||
| scan0076 | The purchase of a Morris Cowley car for Tollerton Transport. | ||
| View original record | RECEIVED HS 1932 JUN 6. H To Hs. from Sg. re Morris Cowley Car. Sg1/E6.6.32 Copy to Wor. Tollerton Transport. Referring to Hs/Lid.3/KT.1.6.32, this memo., although dated the 1st, did not arrive until… | ||
| scan0077 | Requesting an order for a new Morris Cowley car, with part exchange of an existing vehicle. | ||
| View original record | 8180. Roy. From Hs/Lid. Hs/Lid.12/MA.6. 6. 32. MORRIS COWLEY CAR. TOLLERTON TRANSPORT. Please supply an order to City Service Garage Ltd., to supply a new Morris Cowley Saloon Car (black), taking our… | ||
| scan0078 | Recommending the purchase of a new Morris Cowley car and the part-exchange of the existing vehicle for Tollerton Transport. | ||
| View original record | LID 8180. from Wor. Copy to Hs. Wor/7/T3.6.32. Re Morris Cowley Car - Tollerton Transport. With reference to Hs/Lid3/KT1.6.32. I strongly recommend that we buy a new Morris Cowley car and sell our… | ||
| scan0079 | Car options, specifically an Alfa and a Lanchester, and their suitability and availability for a particular purpose. | ||
| View original record | and if all else fails I will let him have my own car. If however you can think of any alternative I should be glad if you would let me know. HSH 31/8 HS Re attached? Sq thinks the "Alfa" too expensive… | ||
| scan0080 | Private letter regarding the availability of an Alfa Romeo car for loan. | ||
| View original record | 8180. BLB. from Hs/Lid. 29.8.32. PRIVATE. With reference to your letter of the 27th inst, re a car for Wood's use at Andover, 'Hs' is away at W.W. at the moment and has asked me to inform you that the… | ||
| scan0081 | The provision of a car for Mr. Wood. | ||
| View original record | 8180. To Blb. From Hs. Hs.2/MJ.31.8.32. Re. Car. for Mr. Wood. We agree that we ought to do what we can for Mr. Wood and we suggest as an alternative that we let him have the Morris car, which we use… | ||
| scan0082 | Arrangement of a loan car for Mr. H. Wood. | ||
| View original record | PRIVATE. 8180 To Sg. [struck through] from Py. To Wor. [handwritten and struck through] URGENT. Py.1/LAM.1.9.32. Re: CAR FOR MR. H. WOOD. With reference to our discussion yesterday, the Vauxhall which… | ||
| scan0083 | Production and experimental testing of an improved 25 HP car, designated J.3. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. from Hs. c. Wor. E. c. Rv. Da. 25 HP. CAR. In view of the decision which was made the other day to go ahead with J.3 with the modified bore as the future improved 25 HP., it will be necessary… | ||
| scan0084 | Arrangements for a Morris vehicle to be taken to Lillie Hall. | ||
| View original record | S/W To Hs. from Py/Blb. Copy to Wor. Hs/Lid. LID 8180 Py/Blb3/JL.12.9.32. [STAMP] RECEIVED 13 SEP 1932 The Morris will be available any time after Wednesday evening. We have tried to arrange here for… | ||
| scan0085 | Minor damage to a returned Morris car and a potential insurance claim. | ||
| View original record | S/W. To Hs. from Blb. Copy to Mott LID X180 Py/Blb.2/LAM.15.9.32. Mr. Wood has returned the Morris car and it was collected by your man at midday today. It does not appear to have suffered any damage… | ||
| scan0086 | Follow-up letter regarding the body for experimental car 22-EX. | ||
| View original record | -> S/W....Hs/Lid. c to Wor ----- X180 RECEIVED 1932 SEP 30 C16/C29.9.32 HS With reference to Hs/Lid2/MA20.7.32 and C10/C29.7.32, in regard to a body for 22-EX, I shall be glad to know if you wish us… | ||
| scan0087 | Potential sale of chassis 25-EX. | ||
| View original record | 8180. S/W........Wov. C..........Hs. C..........BP. Whr10/Dl3.10.32. RECEIVED 1932 Re: Chassis 25-EX. Further to our telephone conversation with BP. yesterday, we met Hs. last night and discussed with… | ||
| scan0088 | List of particulars for experimental cars and their licence requirements. | ||
| View original record | D/L. From Hs/Ltd. 8180. is/Lid.1/MA.7.12.32. HEREWITH PARTICULARS OF EXPERIMENTAL CARS AS REQUIRED. CHASSIS No. | REGISTRn. No. | TYPE OF BODY | COLOUR. | ENGINE No. | RATED HP. | LICENCE REQUIRED… | ||
| scan0089 | Status and proposed actions for four experimental 40/50 Phantom II cars. | ||
| View original record | 8780. Sg. From Hs/Lid. c. to Wor. c. to C. Hs/Lid.4/MA. 8.12.32. EXPERIMENTAL 40/50 CARS. We have at present in the Experimental Dept. four Phantom II cars (22-EX, 20-EX, 25-EX, 19EX.) We consider… | ||
| scan0090 | Reduction of experimental Phantom II cars, agreeing to scrap the body of 22-EX and replace it with the one from 25-EX, and arranging for the sale of chassis 25-EX. | ||
| View original record | LID 8180 To Hs. from Sg. re Experimental 40/50 Cars. Sg10/E14.12.32 Copy to Wor. C. [text is struck through] Thanks for Hs/Lid.4/MA.8.12.32. I am pleased to note that you can reduce the number of… | ||
| scan0091 | The condition and proposed modifications for experimental car 16-G4. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. From Ha/Lid. c. to Wor. c. to C. c. to Hd. EXPERIMENTAL CARS. We have now received 16-G4. from West Wittering. The Japan 1 engine from this chassis is to be used for the first Bensport car. We… | ||
| scan0092 | Specifications for an experimental car, including the chassis, radiator, engine, and axle ratio. | ||
| View original record | 8180. S/W. Hs/Lid. c. to Sg. c. " Wor. c. " O. c. " Hc. Experimental Cars. With reference to Hs/Lid4/MJ20.12.32, we note what you say regarding 16-G4. We agree that this chassis should for sale… | ||
| scan0093 | Modifications required to bring an experimental car, 16.G.IV, up to standard specification. | ||
| View original record | 180 Cx. From Hs/Lid. c. to Sg. c. to Wor. c. to C. c. to Hd. Hs/Lid.2/MA.31.12.32. EXPERIMENTAL CARS. Cx.5/KW.29.12.32. Whenever we dispose of an experimental car the question always arises as to how… | ||
| scan0094 | Short memo confirming the acceptance of a recommendation concerning experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | LID γ 180. S/W. Hs/Lid. c. to Sg. Wor. c. " O. Hd. Experimental Cars. Cx3/KW3.1.33. In view of your Hs/Lid2/MA31.12.32. we will accept 16-G4 as described in Hs/Lid4/MJ20.12.32. - in other words, as… | ||
| scan0095 | Non-standard parts to be removed from car 25-EX and an engine examination request before disposal. | ||
| View original record | Y 180. Hd. From Hs/Lid. Hs/Lid.7/MA.12.1.33. Re. 25-EX. CAR. This car, which has recently been handed over to you is fitted with the following non standard parts which must be taken off before the car… | ||
| scan0096 | Recommendation to sell or scrap an old car body from chassis 22-EX due to its poor condition. | ||
| View original record | Wor. X/80 Hs/Lid.11/KT.7.2.33. re. OLD CAR BODIES. We have received the attached letter which refers to the body we have taken off 22-EX. This body is scrap as far as we are concerned, and is in very… | ||
| scan0097 | Enquiry from Shell-Mex regarding a secondhand car and a visit to examine an engine under test in Derby. | ||
| View original record | S/W (Hs) LID X180 See me Cx/DH4/ES.8.2.33. HS Mr. Leslie Callingham of Shell-Mex 'phoned through to me yesterday with regard to an enquiry for a secondhand car which they wanted. He also mentioned… | ||
| scan0098 | Disposal of an old car body from chassis 22-EX. | ||
| View original record | Y/80 D/BP. from Hs/Lid. Hs/Lid.14/KT. 8.2.33. re. OLD CAR BODIES. Attached is correspondence relating to the disposal of the body off 22-EX chassis. Will you please proceed in the matter as outlined… | ||
| scan0099 | Instructions for dismantling an engine's bottom half to examine the effects of running on Aero Shell oil. | ||
| View original record | Hd. from Hs/Lid. Hs/Lid.11/KT.10.2.33. 25-EX. We understand that no work is to be done on this car for the time being. As explained to you previously we are anxious to examine parts of the engine to… | ||
| scan0100 | Confirming the sale of an old Saloon Body from chassis 22-EX for £10 and requesting an invoice be sent to Sanderson & Holmes Ltd. | ||
| View original record | C/GB. Hs/Lid. LID xr80 D/BP3/OG.24.2.33 Re: Saloon Body ex chassis 22-EX. We have today received an acceptance from Sanderson & Holmes Ltd, Derby, for one old Saloon body ex chassis 22-EX, for the sum… | ||
| scan0101 | Modernization of the experimental Phantom car 22-EX. | ||
| View original record | To Wor. From Hs. 8180. Hs.1/MJ.24.2.33. 22-EX. CAR. 22-EX. car is an experimental Phantom car. This car has got very much out of date and before it can be used it will be necessary to modernise it… | ||
| scan0102 | The disposal of a Lanchester car with a faulty gearbox. | ||
| View original record | To C. From Hs. c. to Sg. c. to Wor. 8180 Hs.3/MJ.21.3.33. Re. Lanchester Car. We wish to dispose of the Lanchester car as we have no further use for it. Before the car is saleable it either ought to… | ||
| scan0103 | Covering note for a letter and Spare Parts Catalogue for a 15/18 HP Lanchester Car. | ||
| View original record | LID S/W. Whr1/D21.3.33 Re: 15/18 h.p. Lanchester Car I send herewith letter and Spare Parts Catalogue concerning the above car. Will you please acknowledge receipt. Whr. Att: 2. [Stamp] RECEIVED 22… | ||
| scan0104 | Letter from The Lanchester Motor Co. Ltd. enclosing a Spare Parts Catalogue for an 18.HP Lanchester Car. | ||
| View original record | X/80 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY. THE LANCHESTER MOTOR Co. LTD. PLEASE REPLY TO SERVICE DEPARTMENT. OUR REF. LR.1/DEH. YOUR REF. SANDY LANE, COVENTRY. TELEGRAMS, MOTIVITY,… | ||
| scan0105 | Brief acknowledgement for a spare parts catalogue and letter regarding a 15/18 HP Lanchester Car. | ||
| View original record | W/S. Whr. from Hs/Lid. Hs/Lid.11/KT.22.3.33. Re. 15/18 HP. LANCHESTER CAR. Thank you for your Whr1/D21.3.33. enclosing Spare Parts Catalogue and letter. Hs/Lid. | ||
| scan0106 | Subcontracting work on a Lanchester car to Barkers and its subsequent delivery to Lillie Hall. | ||
| View original record | -> S/W....Hs. c. to Sg. e. to Wor. LID X/80 See me C11/C22.3.33. Re LANCHESTER CAR. Hs3/MJ 21.3.33 I think perhaps it would be better to get the work done through Barkers. It does not matter very much… | ||
| scan0107 | Dispatch of a Lanchester car to Lillie Hall. | ||
| View original record | W/S. C. from Hs/Lid. copy to Sg. copy to Wor. V/80 Hs/Lid.4/KT.1.4.33. Re. LANCHESTER CAR. We are sending this car to Lillie Hall, in accordance with C11/C22.3.33. on Monday the 3rd inst. Hs/Lid. | ||
| scan0108 | Arranging for a driver and a four-seater Phantom II car (27-EX) for a job. | ||
| View original record | XV696 To Wor. from Hs/Lid. c. Transport Dept. Hs/Lid. 9/KT. 23.5.33. Wor. 8/T.19.5.33. We are arranging to provide a driver and 27-EX for this job. This car, the only standard car we have available,… | ||
| scan0109 | Official order for work carried out on a Morris Cowley car. | ||
| View original record | X4696. To ROY. from Hs/Lid. Hs/Lid.9/KT.8.9.33. Will you please issue an official order to 'Kennings' for the following work which has been carried out on the Morris Cowley car which is used for… | ||
| scan0110 | Removal of rear wings from Experimental Car chassis 9-EX for use on Transport Car 2-G-II. | ||
| View original record | c Hs. WD xpleable. See me Mx/Skn2/T7.9.33. HS (crossed out) Re. Chassis No.9-EX - Experimental Car. We have made arrangements with Hs. to use the rear wings ex the above car which is at present… | ||
| scan0111 | Request for specification details concerning the disposal of experimental chassis 16-GIV and 21 EX. | ||
| View original record | Hs/CEP. KT x4694 See me D/BP/HD9/JD.18.12.33. Re - Disposal of Experimental Chassis. We are anxious to obtain specification details for chassis Nos. 16-GIV and 21 EX. We understand chassis No. 21-EX… | ||
| scan0112 | The specifications of chassis 16-G-IV and 21-EX. | ||
| View original record | To D/BP. HS/KT.5/KW22.12.33. Replying to D/BP/HDQ/JD18.12.33. 16-G-IV. This chassis without an engine fitted was handed over to the Repair Dept. in Dec. 1932, to be put into a saleable condition. We… | ||
| scan0113 | Reply to an enquiry for a second-hand chassis, stating that only experimental Phantoms are available. | ||
| View original record | D/BP. X4696 Hs/KT.10/KW27.12.33. Enquiry for Second-hand Chassis. ------------------------------ Replying to your enquiry as to whether we have a 40/50 HP. car for disposal, we only have three… | ||
| scan0114 | Quarterly note requesting a return in duplicate of all company cars and lorries at Derby and their purpose. | ||
| View original record | Hs/CEP. Mx/Mr. Skellorn. Hd/Mr. Wragg. KT xu696/ Worl/T27.12.33. ------------ Quarterly Note Will you please let me haveareturn in duplicate, of all the cars, lorries etc. at Derby, which are the… | ||
| scan0115 | Status report on cars in the Experimental Department, detailing development and testing. | ||
| View original record | XJ696 To Wor. Hs/KT.5/KW28.12.33. Cars in the Experimental Dept. ----------------------------- 40/50 HP. 20-EX. Phantom II. General development with experiments on automatically controlled shock… | ||
| scan0116 | Status report on various experimental and company vehicles. | ||
| View original record | -2- 2-F-II. Car dismantled, body and various chassis parts stored. 3½ litre Bentley. 1-B-IV. Returned to Derby after completing 14,000 miles running in France. Rm. is taking this car with him to… | ||
| scan0117 | List of cars in the experimental department, detailing chassis numbers, horsepower, registration numbers, and body types. | ||
| View original record | XU696 28th December, 1933. Cars in Experimental Dept. ------------------------- Chassis No. H.P. Reg.No. Type of Body. 17-G-IV. 25.3 CH.8190. Park Ward, 4 seater, green and (Used by Wor.) black… | ||
| scan0118 | List of three vehicle specifications with coachwork by Park Ward. | ||
| View original record | -2- -P-II. 17.8. RC.1078 Park Ward, 4 door, 4 seater, mole close coupled drop head coupe. 5-P-II. 17.8. RC.933 Park Ward, 4 door, 4 seater, black saloon. 1-J-III. 25.3. RC.935. Park Ward, 4 door, 6… | ||
| scan0119 | Urgent order for a brake hub bearing housing for a 1932 Morris Cowley Saloon. | ||
| View original record | * 4696 To O.O. From Hs/KT. Hs/KT.2/MA.19.1.34. Order No.54308. Will you please let us have a covering order for one O.S.F. brake hub bearing housing for our 1932 Morris Cowley Saloon. This is urgently… | ||
| scan0120 | Warranty claim to Morris Motors for a faulty brake hub bearing housing on a Morris Cowley Saloon. | ||
| View original record | To O.O. x4696 Hs/KT.6/KW.19.1.34. Further to Hs/KT.2/MA.19.1.34. We attach bill from Kennings for 12/4d., for supplying one brake hub bearing housing for our Morris Cowley Saloon. We are claiming from… | ||
| scan0121 | The scrapping of car 27-EX, with instructions to salvage the petrol tank. | ||
| View original record | To Hd. from Hs/Rm. c. to Wor. c. to C. Hs/Rm.15/KW.5.3.35. 27-EX. We are handing this car over to you to be scrapped. We have a use for the petrol tank; otherwise everything else on the chassis can be… | ||
| scan0122 | Scrapping car 27-EX and offering parts for salvage. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Hm. c. to Hs/Cym. c. to Hs/Ler. c. to Hs/Est. c. to Hs/Std. Hs/FD. 7/KW. 8.3.35. 27-EX. This car is due to be scrapped by the Repair Dept. immediately. If there are any parts in which you are… | ||
| scan0123 | List detailing the position and status of cars in the Experimental Garage. | ||
| View original record | X104 2 To Hs/Rm. Hs/FD.1/KW.19.10.35. The following list indicates the position of cars in the Experimental Garage :- 18-G-IV. In the fitting shop for springs and roll rod. 19-G-IV. Transport to… | ||
| scan0124 | Status report on the 'Graham' vehicle, detailing transport to Hucknall, experiments, and chassis work. | ||
| View original record | Graham. Transport to Hucknall. Hs/F.Dodd. 1-S-1. In Experimental Garage, experiments for chunking in the drive, and tyre noises. 2-S-1. 10,000 miles in France. 3-S-1. Body in the Experimental Garage,… | ||
| scan0125 | List indicating the position and status of various cars in the Experimental Garage. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm; X1042 Hs/FD.8/KW.22.10.35. The following list indicates the position of cars in the Experimental Garage :- 18-G-IV. In the fitting shop for springs, roll rod, new cylinder head and induction… | ||
| scan0126 | Status report on various competitor and experimental cars undergoing tests and modifications. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.8/KW.22.10.35. Cadillac. Experimental Garage, standing for brakes re-lining. Buick. Hucknall transport. Graham. Chunking in drive tests. 1-S-1. Experimental Garage, experiments with various… | ||
| scan0127 | Status report listing the position and ongoing work for various experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. V1042 Hs/FD.1/KW.24.10.35. The following list indicates the position of cars in the Experimental Garage :- 18-G-IV. In the Fitting Shop for springs, roll-rod, new cylinder head and induction… | ||
| scan0128 | Status report on various experimental and competitor cars undergoing tests and modifications. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.1/KW.24.10.35. Cadillac. In Experimental Garage, standing for brakes re-lining, also used for tyre noise comparisons. Buick. In Experimental Garage. Graham. Transport to Hucknall. 30-EX. In… | ||
| scan0129 | Status report listing the position and ongoing work on various experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | X104-2 To Hs/Rm. Hs/FD.2/KW.25.10.35. The following list indicates the position of cars in the Experimental Garage :- 18-G-IV. In Exptl. Garage working on suspension and engine. 19-G-IV. Transport to… | ||
| scan0130 | Status report on the location and testing of various vehicles. | ||
| View original record | -2- HS/FD.2/KW.25.10.35. Buick. In Exptl. Garage. Graham. Transport to Hucknall. 30-EX. In Exptl. Garage, tests on chunking in drive. 31-EX. At Chateauroux. 32-EX. Stripped in Fitting Shop. 34-EX.… | ||
| scan0131 | List indicating the position and status of various experimental and test cars. | ||
| View original record | X1042? To Hs/Rm. Hs/FD.16/KW.28.10.35. The following list indicates the position of cars in the Experimental Garage :- 18-G-IV. In Exptl. Garage, working on suspension, and changing cylinder head over… | ||
| scan0132 | Status report on various experimental and test vehicles. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.16/KW.28.10.35. Buick. In Experimental Garage. Graham. Transport to Hucknall. 30-EX. In Fitting Shop, in connection with chunking in the drive tests. 31-EX. At Chateauroux. 32-EX. Stripped… | ||
| scan0133 | Status report on the position and work being carried out on various cars. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. X1042 Hs/FD.14/KW.30.10.35. The following list indicates the position of cars in the Experimental Garage :- 18-G-IV. In Exptl. Garage, working on suspension, and changing cylinder head over… | ||
| scan0134 | Status report on the location and testing of various experimental and competitor vehicles. | ||
| View original record | -2- HS/FD.14/KW.30.10.35. Cadillac. In London for brake re-lining, etc. Buick. In Exptl. Garage. Graham. Transport to Hucknall. 30-EX. On test with Gry. 31-EX. At Chateauroux. 32-EX. Stripped in… | ||
| scan0135 | List detailing the position and status of various experimental cars and their ongoing work. | ||
| View original record | X1042 To Hs/Rm. Hs/FD.16/KW.31.10.35. The following list indicates the position of cars in the Experimental Garage :- 18-G-IV. In Exptl. Garage, working on suspension, and changing cylinder head over… | ||
| scan0136 | Status report on various experimental and customer vehicles undergoing service or testing. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.16/KW.31.10.35. Cadillac. In London for brake re-lining, etc. Buick. In Fitting Shop for alterations to gearbox. Graham. Transport to Hucknall. 30-EX. In Exptl. Garage for chunking in drive… | ||
| scan0137 | List indicating the position and status of cars in the Experimental Garage. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. X1042 Hs/FD.9/KW.1.11.35. The following list indicates the position of cars in the Experimental Garage :- 18-G-IV. In Exptl. Garage, working on suspension. 19-G-IV. Transport to Shardlow.… | ||
| scan0138 | Status report on various experimental and competitor cars undergoing testing or maintenance. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.9/KW.1.11.35. Cadillac. In London for brake re-lining, etc. Buick. In Fitting Shop for alterations to Gearbox. Graham. Transport to Hucknall. 30-EX. In Exptl. Garage for chunking in drive… | ||
| scan0139 | List detailing the location and status of various experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. X1042 HS/FD.6/KW.4.11.35. The following list indicates the position of cars in the Experimental Garage :- 18-G-IV. In Exptl. Garage, working on suspension. 19-G-IV. Transport to Shardlow.… | ||
| scan0140 | Status report on the location and condition of various experimental and competitor vehicles. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.6/KW.4.11.35. Cadillac. In London for brakes re-lining, etc. Buick. In Exptl. Garage for chunking in drive tests. Graham. Transport to Hucknall. 30-EX. In Exptl. Garage for chunking in drive… | ||
| scan0141 | List indicating the current position and status of cars in the Experimental Garage. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. X1062 Hs/FD.8/KW.6.11.35. The following list indicates the position of cars in the Experimental Garage :- 18-G-IV. In Exptl. Garage, working on suspension, new cylinder head with large… | ||
| scan0142 | Status report on various experimental and competitor vehicles. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.8/KW.6.11.35. Cadillac. In London for brakes re-lining, etc. Buick. In Exptl. Garage for chunking in drive tests. Graham. Transport to Hucknall. 30-EX. Prepared for the Fitting Shop. 31-EX.… | ||
| scan0143 | List indicating the position and status of various experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | X1042 To Hs/Rm. Hs/FD.33/KW.7.11.35. The following list indicates the position of Experimental Cars :- Cars in Fitting Shop. 6-B-IV. Being completed. 30-EX. For modifications. 32-EX. For… | ||
| scan0144 | Status report detailing the location and current work being performed on various vehicles. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.33/KW.7.11.35. 5-B-IV. Body and Chassis at Shardlow, engine stripped in Fitting Shop. B-23-AE. General development of large bore engine. B-56-BN. At Chateauroux. 29-EX. In Exptl. Garage.… | ||
| scan0145 | List indicating the position and status of various experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | X1047 To Hs/Rm. Hs/FD.30/KW. 8.11.35. The following list indicates the position of Experimental Cars :- Cars in Fitting Shop. 6-B-IV. Being completed. 30-EX. For modifications. 32-EX. " " 33-EX. " "… | ||
| scan0146 | Status report on various development and experimental vehicles, detailing their location and required work. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.30/KW.8.11.35. B-23-AE. General development of large bore engine. B-56-BN. At Chateauroux. 29-EX. In Exptl. Garage. Cadillac. In London for brakes re-lining, etc. Buick. In Exptl. Garage,… | ||
| scan0147 | List indicating the position and status of various experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. X1042 Hs/FD.4/KW.11.11.35. The following list indicates the position of Experimental Cars :- Cars in Fitting Shop. 6-B-IV. Being completed. 30-EX. For modifications. 32-EX. " 33-EX. " Cars… | ||
| scan0148 | Status report on various experimental vehicles and their current location or condition. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.4/KW.11.11.35. 5-B-IV. Body and chassis in Exptl. Garage, engine stripped in Fitting Shop. B-23-AE. General development of large bore engine - Exptl. Garage. B-56-BN. At Chateauroux. 29-EX.… | ||
| scan0149 | Status report on the position and current work being carried out on various experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. Hs/FD.2/KW.12.11.35. The following list indicates the position of Experimental Cars :- Cars in Fitting Shop. 1-B-IV. Clutch failed - dismantled. 30-EX. For modifications. 32-EX. " " 33-EX. "… | ||
| scan0150 | Status report listing the location and required work for various experimental and test vehicles. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.2/KW.12.11.35. B-56-BN. At Chateauroux. 29-EX. In Exptl. Garage. Cadillac. In London for brakes re-lining. Buick. In Exptl. Garage, for chunking in the drive tests. Waiting for new gearbox.… | ||
| scan0151 | Status report indicating the position and current work on various experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | X1042 To Hs/Rm. Hs/FD.1/KW.13.11.35. The following list indicates the position of Experimental cars :- Cars in Fitting Shop. 1-B-IV. Clutch failed - dismantled. 30-EX. For modifications. 32-EX. For… | ||
| scan0152 | Status report on various vehicles, detailing their location and purpose. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.1/KW.13.11.35. B-56-BN. At Chateauroux. 29-EX. In Exptl. Garage. Cadillac. In London for brakes re-lining. Buick. In Exptl. Garage, for chunking in the drive tests. Waiting for new gearbox.… | ||
| scan0153 | Status report on the location and condition of experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. X1042 Hs/FD.6/KW.14.11.35. The following list indicates the position of Experimental cars :- Cars in Fitting Shop. 1-B-IV. Clutch failed - dismantled. 30-EX. For modifications. 32-EX. " "… | ||
| scan0154 | Status and location of various experimental and test vehicles. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.6/KW.14:11:35. B-56-BN. At Chateauroux. 29-EX. In Exptl. Garage, waiting for Fitting Shop. Cadillac. In London for brakes re-lining. Buick. In Exptl. Garage, for chunking in the drive tests.… | ||
| scan0155 | Request for the private use of a car for the weekend and the subsequent approval. | ||
| View original record | Wor. ----- X104- BY.11/G.14.11.35. 28-EX H Sreeme Will you please sanction my having a car for the weekend for private use. By. Agreed if he can let you have a Car that requires useful running. BY. By… | ||
| scan0156 | List indicating the position and status of various experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | X1042 To Hs/Rm. HS/PD.3/KW.16.11.35. The following list indicates the position of Experimental Cars :- Cars in Fitting Shop. 32-EX. For modifications. 33-EX. " " Vulture. For attention to brakes. Sg's… | ||
| scan0157 | Status report on the location and work being carried out on various experimental and other vehicles. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.3/KW.16.11.35. 28-EX. In Exptl. Garage, working on automatic tappets. 30-EX. In Exptl. Garage, tuning up with new single carburetter. 35-EX. At Shardlow, Experiments on brakes. 18-G-IV.… | ||
| scan0158 | List detailing the current position and status of experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. X1042 HS/FD.20/KW.19.11.35. The following list indicates the position of Experimental cars :- Cars in Fitting Shop. 32-EX. For modifications. Vulture. For attention to Brakes. 3-B-IV. For… | ||
| scan0159 | Status report detailing the location and ongoing work for various experimental vehicles. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.20/KW.19.11.35. 28-EX In Exptl. Garage, working on automatic tappets, and transport to Shardlow. 30-EX In Exptl. Garage, tuning up with new single carburetter. 35-EX In Exptl. Garage for… | ||
| scan0160 | List indicating the position and status of various experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | X1042 To Hs/Rm. Hs/FD.16/KW.20.11.35. The following list indicates the position of Experimental cars :- Cars in Fitting Shop. 32-EX. For modifications. 33-EX. " " Vulture. For attention to brakes.… | ||
| scan0161 | Status report on various experimental and competitor vehicles, detailing their location and work being undertaken. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.16/KW.20.11.35. 28-EX. In Exptl. Garage, working on automatic tappets, and transport to Shardlow. 30-EX. In Exptl. Garage, tuning up with new single carburetter. 35-EX. In Exptl. Garage for… | ||
| scan0162 | List indicating the position and status of various experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. X1042 HS/FD.10/KW.22.11.35. The following is a list indicating the position of Experimental Cars :- Cars in Fitting Shop. 32-EX. For modifications. 33-EX. " " Vulture. For attention to… | ||
| scan0163 | Status report on various experimental vehicles and their ongoing work. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.10/KW.22.11.35. 28-EX. In Exptl. Garage, working on automatic tappets and transport to Shardlow. 30-EX. In Exptl. Garage, tuning up wth new single carburetter. 35-EX. In Exptl. Garage.… | ||
| scan0164 | List indicating the position and status of experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. X1042 Hs/FD.20/KW.25.11.35. The following is a list indicating the position of Experimental cars :- Cars in Fitting Shop. 32-EX. For modifications - Body being mounted. 35-EX. " " 4-B-IV. "… | ||
| scan0165 | Status report on various vehicles, detailing their location and ongoing work. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.20/KW.25.11.35. B-56-BN. At Chateauroux. 28-EX. In Exptl. Garage, working on automatic tappets, and transport to Shardlow. 30-EX. In Exptl. Garage, tuning up with new single carburetter.… | ||
| scan0166 | List indicating the position and status of experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. X1042 Hs/FD.1/KW.26.11.35. The following is a list indicating the position of Experimental Cars :- Cars in Fitting Shop. 32-EX. For modifications - Body being mounted. 35-EX. " 4-B-IV. "… | ||
| scan0167 | Status report on the location and work being carried out on various experimental cars and projects. | ||
| View original record | -2- HS/FD.1/KW.26.11.35. 28-EX. In Exptl. Garage, working on automatic tappets and transport to Shardlow. 30-EX. In Exptl. Garage, tuning up with new single carburetter by Mr. Fisher, Salt and… | ||
| scan0168 | List indicating the position and status of experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. X1042 Hs/FD.2/KW.27.11.35. The following is a list indicating the position of Experimental cars :- Cars in Fitting Shop. 32-EX. For modifications - Body being mounted. 35-EX. " " 4-B-IV. " "… | ||
| scan0169 | Status report listing the location and current activities of various experimental vehicles and projects. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.2/KW.27.11.35. 18-G-IV. Carburetter experiments on the road by Ratcliffe. 19-G-IV. In Exptl. Garage. 20-G-IV. Loaned to Lp. GAE-20. In Exptl. Garage. GLG-5 (Sg) Delivered to London 26.11.35.… | ||
| scan0170 | Status report listing the position of various experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. X1042 Hs/FD.23/KW.28.11.35. The following is a list indicating the position of Experimental Cars :- Cars in Fitting Shop. 32-EX. For modifications - Body being mounted. 35-EX. " 4-B-IV. "… | ||
| scan0171 | Status report on various experimental cars and projects, detailing their current location and work being undertaken. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.23/KW.28.11.35. 30-EX. In Exptl. Garage, tuning up with new single carburetter by Mr. Fisher, Salt and Ratcliffe. 18-G-IV. Carburetter experiments on the road by Ratcliffe. 19-G-IV. At… | ||
| scan0172 | Status report on the position of various experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | X1042 To Hs/Rm. Hs/FD.35/KW.28.11.35. The following is a list indicating the position of Experimental cars :- Cars in Fitting Shop: 32-EX. For modifications - body being mounted. 35-EX. " 4-B-IV. "… | ||
| scan0173 | Status report on the location and activities of various experimental vehicles. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.35/KW.28.11.35. 28-EX. To Southampton with Hs. 30-EX. In Exptl. Garage, tuning up with new single carburetter by Mr. Fisher, Salt & Ratcliffe. 18-G-IV. Carburetter experiments on the road by… | ||
| scan0174 | List indicating the position and status of various experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. X1042 Hs/FD.30/KW.29.11.35. The following is a list indicating the position of Experimental cars :- Cars in Fitting Shop. 32-EX. For modifications - body being mounted. 35-EX. " " 4-B-IV. "… | ||
| scan0175 | Status report on various experimental vehicles and their activities. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.30/KW.29.11.35. 28-EX. To Southampton with Hs. 30-EX. In Exptl. Garage, tuning up with new single carburetter by Mr. Fisher, Salt and Ratcliffe. 18-G-IV. Carburetter experiments on the road… | ||
| scan0176 | The disposal of the Graham-Paige and 28-EX experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | X1042 To Sg. & Wor. Experimental Cars. We are proposing to hand the Graham-Paige over to Sales Dept. for disposal. In view of the fact that we have decided to hold up all supercharging work for the… | ||
| scan0177 | Status report on the position of experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm: X1042 Hs/FD.28/KW.2.12.35. The following is a list indicating the position of Experimental cars :- Cars in Fitting Shop. 32-EX. For modifications - body being mounted. 35-EX. " 4-B-IV. "… | ||
| scan0178 | Status report on the location and work being carried out on various experimental vehicles. | ||
| View original record | -2- HS/FD.28./KW2.12.35. 28-EX. In Exptl. Garage, cold start tests with hydraulic tappets. 30-EX. In Exptl. Garage, changing over to 4 R.R. carbs. 18-G-IV. In Exptl. Garage, tests by Salt. 19-G-IV. At… | ||
| scan0179 | List indicating the position and status of experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | X1042 To Hs/Rm. Hs/FD.25/KW.3.12.35. The following is a list indicating the position of Experimental Cars :- Cars in Fitting Shop. 32-EX. For modifications - body being mounted. 35-EX. " 4-B-IV. "… | ||
| scan0180 | Status report on various experimental vehicles and components. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.25/KW.3.12.35. 28-EX. In Exptl. Garage, cold start tests with hydraulic tappets. 30-EX. In Exptl. Garage, changing over to 4 R-R Carbs. 18-G-IV. In Exptl. Garage, tests by Salt. 19-G-IV. In… | ||
| scan0181 | Querying a decision to halt supercharging development, citing conflicting agreements regarding experimental Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | X1042 To Hs. from Sg. Copy to Woz.m. Experimental Cars. Sg16/E3.12.35 Thanks for Hs/Rm.5/KW.2.12.35. I have asked C. and Cx. to get in touch with you, the former relative to the Graham-Paige, the… | ||
| scan0182 | List indicating the position and status of various experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. X1042 Hs/FD.34/KW.4.12.35. The Following is a list indicating the position of experimental cars :- Cars in Fitting Shop. 32-EX. For modifications - body being mounted. 4-B-IV. " " 3-B-IV. "… | ||
| scan0183 | Status report on the location and testing activities of various experimental vehicles. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.34/KW.4.12.35. 18-G-IV. In Exptl. Garage, tests by Salt. 19-G-IV. Transport to Hucknall. 20-G-IV. Loaned to Lp. GAE-20. In Exptl. Garage. Buick. In Exptl. Garage, for chunking in the drive… | ||
| scan0184 | Disposal and repair of car 28-EX, specifically regarding its hydraulic tappets. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Hs. re- 28-EX. Cx25/KW5.12.35. I understand from Sg that this car is now available for disposal, and that it is up to the latest standard of Phantom II's,plus hydraulic tappets. Is it really… | ||
| scan0185 | Status list detailing the position and current work being undertaken on various experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | X1042 To Hs/Rm. Hs/FD.5/KW.6.12.35. The following is a list indicating the position of Experimental Cars :- Cars in Fitting Shop. 32-EX. For modifications - body being mounted. 4-B-IV. " " 3-B-IV. " "… | ||
| scan0186 | Status report detailing the location and testing activities for various experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.5/KW.6.12.35. 18-G-IV. In Exptl. Garage, tests by Salt. 19-G-IV. Transport to Hucknall. 20-G-IV. Loaned to Ep. GAE-20. In Exptl. Garage. Buick. In Exptl. Garage, for chunking in the drive… | ||
| scan0187 | List indicating the position and status of various experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. X 1042 Hs/FD.1/KW.7.12.35. The following is a list indicating the position of Experimental Cars :- Cars in Fitting Shop. 32-EX. For modifications - body being mounted. 4-B-IV. " 18-G-IV.… | ||
| scan0188 | Status report on various experimental vehicle tests, modifications, and movements. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.1/KW.7.12.35. 28-EX. In Exptl. Garage, cold start tests with hydraulic tappets. 30-EX. In Exptl. Garage, changing over to 4 R-R Carbs. 19-G-IV. Shardlow, brake thumping tests. 20-G-IV.… | ||
| scan0189 | The overhaul of car 28-EX and the recommendation to remove its hydraulic tappets. | ||
| View original record | W/S - Cx. X1042 Hs/Rm.17/KW.10.12.35. 28-EX. Replying to Cx.2/KW.5.12.35. On examining my records I find that 28-EX is in need of an overhaul: it is therefore being handed over to the Repair Dept.… | ||
| scan0190 | List indicating the position and status of various experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | To HS/Rm. X1042 Hs/FD.1/KW.11.12.35. The following list indicates the position of Experimental Cars :- Cars in Fitting Shop. 32-EX. For modifications - body being mounted 1E-G-IV. Cyl. head changeover… | ||
| scan0191 | Status report listing the location and activities for various vehicles and projects. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.1/KW.11.12.35. 30-EX. In Exptl. Garage, changing over to 4 R-R. Carbs. 19-G-IV. Shardlow, Brake thumping tests. 20-G-IV. Loaned to Lp. GAE-20. In Exptl. Garage. Cadillac. In Exptl. Garage.… | ||
| scan0192 | List indicating the position and status of various experimental cars and engines. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. X1042 Hs/FD.2/KW.12.12.35. The following list indicates the position of Experimental Cars :- Cars in Fitting Shop. 32-EX. For modifications - body being mounted. 21-G-IV. " " 6-B-IV. " "… | ||
| scan0193 | Status report on various experimental vehicles and engines, detailing their location and ongoing tests. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.2/KW.12.12.35. 28-EX. In Exptl. Garage, cold start tests with hydraulic tappets. 29-EX. In Exptl. Garage. (Vulture) 30-EX. At Shardlow with GWH., gearbox tests. 33-EX. In Exptl. Garage,… | ||
| scan0194 | Car 28-EX being sent for overhaul before re-sale, with a request to identify any parts to be retained. | ||
| View original record | X1042 To Hs/Wat. c. to Hs/Les. c. to Hs/Rym. c. to Hs/Smth. c. to Hs/DWG. c. to Hs/PJH. c. to Hs/AVM. Hs/FD.24/KN.13.12.35. 28-EX. This car has been sent into the Repair Dept. to be overhauled before… | ||
| scan0195 | Status report listing the location and current work being performed on various experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | X1042 To Hs/Rm. Hs/FD.9/KW.13.12.35. The following list indicates the position of experimental cars :- Cars in Fitting Shop. 32-EX. For modifications - body being mounted. 31-EX. " " 19-G-IV. For… | ||
| scan0196 | Status report on various experimental and other vehicles, detailing their location and recent activities. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.9/KW.13.12.35. 28-EX. Sent to Repair Dept. for overhaul before sale. 29-EX In Exptl. Garage. (Vulture) 30-EX. At Shardlow with GWH, gearbox tests. 33-EX. In Exptl. Garage, general… | ||
| scan0197 | List indicating the position and status of various experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. X1042 Hs/FD.6/KW.14.12.35. The following is a list indicating the position of Experimental Cars :- Cars in Fitting Shop. 32-EX. For modifications - body being mounted. 31-EX. " 19-G-IV. For… | ||
| scan0198 | Status report on various experimental and other vehicles, detailing their location and work being undertaken. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.6/KW.14.12.35. 29-EX. Vulture. In Exptl. Garage, transport to Shardlow. 30-EX. At Shardlow with GWH., gearbox tests. 33-EX. In Exptl. Garage, general development, body isolation. 35-EX. In… | ||
| scan0199 | List indicating the position and status of various experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. X1042 Hs/FD.17/KW.16.12.35. The following is a list indicating the position of experimental Cars :- Cars in Fitting Shop. 32-EX. For modifications - body being mounted. 31-EX. Body scrapped,… | ||
| scan0200 | Status report on the location and work status of various experimental and other vehicles. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.17/KW.16.12.35. 29-EX. Vulture. In Exptl. Garage, transport to Shardlow. 30-EX. At Shardlow with GWH., gearbox tests. 33-EX. In Exptl. Garage, general development, body isolation. 35-EX. In… | ||
| scan0201 | Listing the altered positions and evening transport arrangements for experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | X104 2 To Hs/Rm. Hs/FD.21/KW.17.12.35. The following is a list of Experimental Cars, the positions of which have altered since memo. Hs/FD.17/KW.16.12.35 was written :- B-23-AE. Loaned to Wor.… | ||
| scan0202 | Requesting the removal and return of specific parts to the Experimental Garage. | ||
| View original record | To Hd. X1042 Hs/FD.6/KW.17.12.35. 28-EX. Will you please have the following parts removed and returned to the Experimental Garage :- (1) Cylinder head complete with tappets, etc., oil filter, etc. (2)… | ||
| scan0203 | List detailing the altered positions of experimental cars and assignments for evening transport. | ||
| View original record | X1042 To Hs/Rm. Hs/FD.28/KW.19.12.35. The following is a list of experimental cars, the positionsof which have altered since Hs/FD.21/KW.17.12.35. 19-G-IV. Now in the Exptl. Garage being prepared for… | ||
| scan0204 | Status report list indicating the position of various experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. L1042 Hs/FD.7/KW.30.12.35. The following list indicates the position of Experimental Cars :- 18-G-IV. In Exptl. Garage. Fitting up controls, testing drain pipe to stromberg carburetter.… | ||
| scan0205 | Status report on experimental and competitor vehicles undergoing work in various workshops. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.7/KW.30.12.35. 31-EX. In Fitting shop - chassis stripped, body scrapped. 32-EX. In Fitting shop being rebuilt. 33-EX. In Exptl. Garage. Buick. In Exptl. Garage, stripped. Cadillac. Transport… | ||
| scan0206 | The changed positions and work status of two test cars. | ||
| View original record | X1 of 2 Hs/Rm. Hs/FD.3/JH.1.1.36. The following Cars have changed positions since yesterday's report:- 20-G-IV. In fitting shop for geared starter. 29-EX. At Shardlow for Gearbox tests. Hs/FD. | ||
| scan0207 | List indicating the position and status of experimental cars and cars in the fitting shop. | ||
| View original record | X1042 To Hs/Rm. HS/FD.4/JH.7.1.36. The following is a list indicating the position of experimental Cars:- 18-G-IV. In Exptl. Garage. Tests being carried out on the Stroburg carburetter. 19-G-IV.… | ||
| scan0208 | List of chassis in the Experimental Garage noting missing bodies or engines. | ||
| View original record | -2- Chassis in the Exptl Garage minus bodies, or engines. (1) Buick - no engine or body. (2) Packard - no body. (3) Bumper - Ph.III chassis. (4) 5-B-4.- no engine or body. (5) 6-B-4.- no engine. (6)… | ||
| scan0209 | Inquiring if an experimental car, subject 20-G-IV, is now finished with and available to be released for sale. | ||
| View original record | Rus x1042 S/W. Hs/Rm. re- 20-G-IV Cx1/KW11.1.36. Will you please say if you have now finished with this car. We have had opportunities of selling it which we have always had to turn down, but you do… | ||
| scan0210 | Brief impression report on the 32-EX car, detailing performance issues and sources of noise. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/FD. c. to Hs/Wym. X.042 Hs/Rm.2/KW.16.1.36. 32-EX. The following is a brief impression of this car as so far run. (1) Carburetter. Starting up very good, slow running uneven and I think would be… | ||
| scan0211 | Faults with a vehicle's clutch, brakes, steering, and horn, with planned actions. | ||
| View original record | -2- (5) Clutch. Besides the pedal fouling the boards, which creates noise in the car, the clutch jaggers badly. There should be a Borg & Beck clutch centre plate available for this car in the next day… | ||
| scan0212 | List detailing the position and status of cars in the fitting shop and experimental garage. | ||
| View original record | X1042 Hs/Rm: Hs/FD.4/JH.16.1.36. Position of Cars in Exptl. Garage. Cars in fitting shop. Strengthened Bentley Chassis. B-56-BN. " New 25 H.P. chassis 22-G-V. 6-B-IV. 21-G-IV. 33-EX. Other Cars.… | ||
| scan0213 | List of Buick, 5-B-IV, and Phantom III Dummy chassis located in the experimental garage. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.4/JH:16.1.36. Buick chassis in Exptl. Garage. 5-B-IV. chassis " " " Ph.III Dummy. " " " for jacks. Hs/FD: | ||
| scan0214 | Typed memo replying to an inquiry about the availability and disposal of vehicle 20-G-IV. | ||
| View original record | W/S - Cx. Hs/Rm.8/KW.17.1.36. 20-G-IV. Replying to Cx.1/KW.11.1.36. It is possible that we shall be in a position to dispose of 20-G-IV when we get our new 20/25 into commission. Under present… | ||
| scan0215 | Status report on the position and work being carried out on various cars in the experimental garage. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. X1042 Hs/FD.12/KW.20.1.36. Position of Cars in Exptl. Garage. 18-G-IV. Exptl. Garage. Tests on Stromberg Carburetter. Development of large bore units. 19-G-IV. Hucknall transport. 20-G-IV.… | ||
| scan0216 | Status report on experimental cars and chassis in the experimental garage and fitting shop. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.12/KW.20.1.36. 32-EX. Exptl. Garage - development of Ph.III. 33-EX. Exptl. Garage - " " " Cars in Fitting Shop. B-56-BN. Chassis being rebuilt. Ph.III. " " " Chassis in Exptl. Garage.… | ||
| scan0217 | Disposing of older cars and modifying car GAE-20 to a new specification for testing. | ||
| View original record | X1042 To RHC. Hs/Rm.10/KW.21.1.36. GAE-20. We are going to dispose of 20-G-IV, and possibly another of our old 20/25 HP. cars. We want to bring GAE-20 up to 22-G-V specification, for tests at Derby.… | ||
| scan0218 | Proposal outlining the drastic alterations required to convert chassis GAE.20 from an E.2 Series to an L2 Series for trials. | ||
| View original record | RHC. 20.1.36. CHASSIS GAE.20. It is proposed to convert the above chassis which is a E.2 Series to a L2 Series for 10,000 miles trials, it will be noticed that this chassis is 7 series old, but was… | ||
| scan0219 | Page 2 of a report detailing modifications to an oil pump, change gear, brake mechanism, and frame. | ||
| View original record | -2- Oil Pump on Dash. New pump of the Bentley type. Change Gear & Brake Mechn. New complete isolated change gear scheme. This also means redrilling of the frame. We also anticipate difficulties when… | ||
| scan0220 | Inquiring about the disposal of cars X85-JS and GAE-20, with handwritten notes in reply. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Rm. [Handwritten]: GRY see me Cx9/KW30.1.36. Will you please let me know if you can yet do without (X85-JS) and GAE-20, as if you have no further use for these cars we should like to arrange for… | ||
| scan0221 | Reviewing the status and necessity of various cars in the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from Sg. re Cars in the Experimental Department. Copy to Wor. Referring to Hs.2/AP.9.1.36 I should be glad if you would go carefully through this list with a view to seeing whether the time has… | ||
| scan0222 | From Sg. to Hs. discussing the retention of two American cars, a Packard and a Buick, after inspection. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from Sg. Sg3/E31.1.36 - 2 - tests, i.e. do we still want to keep it? Is it in good running order and condition? If so, I think that we should rather like to have it in London for a few days so… | ||
| scan0223 | The status and use of cars in the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | 81042 To Sg. From Hs. c. to Wor. Hs.2/MJ.2.2.36. CARS IN THE EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Replying to Sg.3/E31.1.36. Every three months we get a note from Wor. to provide a list of the cars in the… | ||
| scan0224 | Status update on various experimental cars including Bentley, Cadillac, Packard, and Buick. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs.2/MJ.2.2.36.Cont'd. Bentley's. Although we have six numbers for Bentley cars, 6-B-1V has never been on the road, 5-B-1V has not been on the road since 5. 8. 35, 56-BN. has been dismantled since… | ||
| scan0225 | Status and future plans for two experimental cars, 85-JS and GAE-20. | ||
| View original record | W/S - Cx. x1042 Hs/Gry.12/KW.5.2.36. Experimental Cars. Replying to your Cx.9/KW.30.1.36. 85-JS car, which was known at Derby as 27-EX, and was used for the original parallel motion independent front… | ||
| scan0226 | Mileage and usage history of car 20-G-IV. | ||
| View original record | X1042 To Roy. from Hs. Hs/FD.9/JH.17.2.36. 20-G-IV. With regard to the mileage covered by the above car. This car came on test on 12.12.31. and up to date has run 73,200 miles. This car was in the… | ||
| scan0227 | Position and status of various experimental cars on a specific Monday morning. | ||
| View original record | To HS/Rm. X1042 Hs/FD.6/JH.2.3.36. Position of Cars in Exptl. Garage. Monday 9-0 a.m. 18-G-IV. Exptl. Garage. To be used as Transport to Hucknall up to 11-0 a.m. when 19-G-IV. will be ready. 20-G-IV.… | ||
| scan0228 | The position and status of various experimental cars on a specific date. | ||
| View original record | X1042 To Hs/Rm. Hs/FD.2/JH.9.3.36. Position of Cars in Exptl. Garage at 9-0 a.m. 9.3.36. 18-G-IV. Exptl. Garage. New roll rod fitted to front axle - development of Stromberg carburetter. 20-G-IV.… | ||
| scan0229 | The status of Packard and Cadillac vehicles in the Experimental Garage. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.2/JH.9.3.36. Packard. Exptl. Garage. Chassis partly stripped. Cadillac. Exptl. Garge. Transport car. Hs/F.Dodd. | ||
| scan0230 | Listing modifications to Experimental Bentley and Phantom III cars, including chassis numbers and fitting dates. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. X1042 Hs/FD.9/JH.9.3.36. All the Exptl. Bentley cars in the garage have the latest strengthened pivots to GB.1882-3 Chassis No. Date fitted 1-B-IV. 22.2.36. Exptl. model 3-B-IV. 26.2.36.… | ||
| scan0231 | Status report on the position and condition of various cars as of 9:00 a.m. on 16th March 1936. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. X1042 Hs/FD.6/JH.17.3.36. Position of Cars in Exptl. Garage at 9.0. a.m. 16.3.36. 18-G-IV. Exptl. Garage. Engine dismantled to investigate knock No.5 Con-rod Big end. 20-G-IV. Exptl. Garage.… | ||
| scan0232 | Request to sanction the use of a car for private use for the weekend. | ||
| View original record | Wor. X1042 BY.1/G.20.3.36. Will you please sanction my having a car for the weekend for private use. By. Agreed. 20 3 36 Hk. By BY. | ||
| scan0233 | Position and status of cars in the Experimental Garage at 9 a.m. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. X104 2 Hs/PD.2/JH.23.3.36. Position of cars in Exptl. Garage at 9-0 a.m. 23.3.36. 18-G-IV. Fitting shop for engine modifications. 20-G-IV. Exptl. Garage. Transport for EP. 21-G-IV. Exptl.… | ||
| scan0234 | Status report on Buick, Cadillac, and Packard vehicles located in the experimental garage. | ||
| View original record | -2- HS/FD.2/WH.23.3.36. Buick Exptl. Garage. Now being used for transport work. Cadillac. Exptl. Garage. Being used for transport to Shardlow. Packard. Exptl. Garage. Fitters are instructed to rebuild… | ||
| scan0235 | The position and work status of experimental cars on Monday 30th March 1936. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rn. X 1042 Es/FD.1/JH.31.3.36. Position of cars in Exptl. Garage Mon. 9-0 a.m. 30.3.36. 19-G-IV. Fitting shop. For engine modifications. 20-G-IV. Exptl. Garage. Transport car. 21-G-IV. Exptl.… | ||
| scan0236 | Status report on Buick, Cadillac, and Packard vehicles in the experimental garage. | ||
| View original record | -2- HS/FD.1/JH.31.3.36. Buick Exptl. Garage. Transport Car. Cadillac. Exptl. Garage. Transport to Shardlow. Packard Exptl. Garage. Stripped. HS/FDodd. | ||
| scan0237 | Request for and approval of the private use of a car over the Easter holidays. | ||
| View original record | Wor. X1042 BY.6/G.31.3.36. Will you please sanction my having a car for private use during the Easter holidays. BY. By BY. Wor. agress providing Hs. has a car which requires usefully running. hT- | ||
| scan0238 | Experimental 20/25 car with a burnt-out clutch stranded at South Hants Motor Engineering Works, requesting its collection and repair. | ||
| View original record | x 1042 W/N - Br. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm.11/KW.3.4.36. One of our experimental cars, which is really a standard 20/25 fitted with a Stromberg carburetter, has got landed with a burnt out clutch at the South… | ||
| scan0239 | Forwarding comments on '36-EX' and requesting information on how the associated complaints are cured. | ||
| View original record | X1042 To Hs/Wym. Hs/Rm.5/KW.6.4.36. 36-EX. Herewith Hs's comments on 36-EX. I should like to know the way in which each of these complaints is cured. Hs/Rm. | ||
| scan0240 | List of five reported faults with vehicle 36-EX. | ||
| View original record | 6.4.36. 36-EX. (1) Bad oil pump noise starting. (2) Dynamo not charging. (3) Starting cold much worse than previously, seems weak. (4) Steering bad. (5) Water reaches 90°C. when left running after… | ||
| scan0241 | The position and status of experimental cars, detailing their location and ongoing tests or modifications. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. X1042 Hs/FD.2/JH. 6.4.36. Position of Cars in Exptl. Garage - 9-0 a.m. Mon. 6.4.36. 18-G-IV. In fitting shop for modification. 20-G-IV. Transport (Aero) with Mr. Ellor. 21-G-IV. Exptl.… | ||
| scan0242 | Work on Packard, Buick, and 5-B-IV vehicles, including chassis and body modifications. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.2/JH.6.4.36. Packard. Exptl. Garage. Weights have been obtained of the front suspension and supplied to Hs/Les. Buick. " " Transport use. 5-B-IV. " " Front wings being altered, to suit… | ||
| scan0243 | Request for sanction to use a car for private use over a weekend. | ||
| View original record | Rm (By) X1042 BY.1/G.15.4.36. Will you please sanction my having a car for the weekend for private use. Agreed R 17/4/36 BY. | ||
| scan0244 | Test driver's impressions and feedback on the car 36-EX following a 300-mile run. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Wym. X1042 Hs/Rm.1/KW.15.4.36. 36-EX. The following are my impressions of this car during a 300 mile run - (1) The petrol consumption should be checked: the tank was full on starting and no… | ||
| scan0245 | Issues with engine starting procedures and throttle closing. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Rm.1/KW.15.4.36. (10) Starting Up. With the choke fully closed it is necessary to run the engine very fast in order to keep it going. This gives one the impression that the choke spring may be… | ||
| scan0246 | The cause of steering joggles on car 36-EX. | ||
| View original record | X1042 To Hs. from Sg. Copy to E.Wor. re 36-EX. Sg12/E16.4.36 Referring to the above car, I should be glad to know whether you have now discovered the cause of the very bad steering joggles on this… | ||
| scan0247 | Fitting experimental rubber shackles to car 36-EX and discussing its steering, tyre noise, and engine performance. | ||
| View original record | X1042 To Sg. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm.21/KW.17.4.36. This is to confirm that we are fitting the experimental scheme of rubber shackles to 36-EX and that we hope to send this car down to you on Monday next.… | ||
| scan0248 | Test report on the 33-EX model's performance, handling, and ride comfort during an Easter holiday trial. | ||
| View original record | RAAA X1042 GRY [?] E.5/HP.18.4.36. Sg. and Wor. from E. c.HS. Ev.Cx. Da. JLE. EV. HDY. re 33-EX. During the Easter holiday I had the use of 33-EX which is fitted with the red continental touring… | ||
| scan0249 | Front suspension noise and damper performance during a road test of a steel panelled body. | ||
| View original record | (sheet 2) E.5/HP.18.4.36. as this is a steel panelled body, there may be some contribution in body stiffness from this source, and we shall observe how this body compares in course of time with 32-EX.… | ||
| scan0250 | Report on the use of car 33-EX and the discovery of issues by owners that were not found in testing. | ||
| View original record | HS X1042 To E. from Sg. Copy to WOF.MS.EX.Ox. re 33-EX. Sg12/M20.4.36 Many thanks for E5/HP.18.4.36. I was very much interested and pleased to note all that you say in your report on the use which you… | ||
| scan0251 | Issues with engine noise, clutch operation, and jacking system on experimental car 32-EX. | ||
| View original record | X1042 GRY- Hs/Rm. from E. E.2/HP.21.4.36. re 32-EX. The above car develops a pronounced buzzing and rattling noise when starting from cold until the oil gets to the plungers, but this goes off fairly… | ||
| scan0252 | On testing a wooden floorboard in car 36-EX, which resulted in a considerable improvement. | ||
| View original record | X1042 To Hs. from Sg. re 36-EX. P.III. Sg6/E24.4.36 Copy to Wor.E. We have tried it this afternoon with the metal floorboard removed and the wooden floorboard fitted. We tried it over exactly the same… | ||
| scan0253 | Exhaust drone on car 36-EX and the supply of fully chamfered tyres. | ||
| View original record | X1042 S/W. Rm. re- 36-EX. Cx1/KW25.4.36. Dict.24.4.36. We have now finished with this car and it is leaving London first thing Monday morning to come to you. We have had the wooden floor put in by… | ||
| scan0254 | Position and status of various experimental and other vehicles on Monday 27th April. | ||
| View original record | X1042 To Hs/Rm. Hs/FD.1/KW.28.4.36. Position of Cars in Exptl. Garage at 9.0 a.m. Monday 27th April. 18-G-IV. Exptl. Garage. Engine gears require attention. 21-G-IV. Exptl. Garage. Tests to be carried… | ||
| scan0255 | Faults and observations on the 35-EX car model, focusing on steering, gears, suspension, and carburettor. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Rm. from E. c. Hs/FD. re 35-EX. known 35-EX is an extraordinarily nice car, apart from certain faults, and the steering reaches a very good standard. I think we ought to, if possible, examine the… | ||
| scan0256 | Steering issues caused by a new front shock absorber arrangement and the plan to install La Salle steering on car 36-EX. | ||
| View original record | To E. from Rm. x1042 Hs/Rm.19/KW.4.6.36. 35-EX. With reference to E.1/HP.3.6.36. It seems that we have upset our steering by going to the new arrangement of front shock absorber. There is no doubt… | ||
| scan0257 | Status report on the position and testing of cars in the experimental garage. | ||
| View original record | X1042 To Hs/Rm. Hs/FD.30/JH. 8.6.36. Position of Cars in Exptl. Garage at 9-0 a.m. 8.6.36. 18-G-IV. Exptl. Garage. Loaned to E.P. 21-G-IV. Exptl. Garage. 22-G-V. In France. GAE-20. Exptl. Garage.… | ||
| scan0258 | List of vehicle brands with corresponding locations or testing activities. | ||
| View original record | -2- Cadillac Shardlow Transport.car. Packard. Fitting shop. Chevrolet. Engine mounting tests. Hs/F.Dodd. | ||
| scan0259 | Status report detailing the position and ongoing tests of various cars in the Experimental Garage. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. X1042 Hs/FD.23/JH.15.6.36. Position of Cars in Exptl. Garage Monday 15.6.36. 18-G-IV Loaned to EP. Aero tests. 21-G-IV Exptl. Garage. CAE-20 Exptl. Garage Roller Rod and suspension tests.… | ||
| scan0260 | Road test report on vehicle chassis 33-EX, detailing issues with the engine, clutch, and suspension. | ||
| View original record | X1042 Hs/Rm. c. to Hs/FD. E.2/HP.22.6.36. re-33-EX. I did 355 miles during the week-end, a fair amount of which was done under London traffic conditions. The clutch appears to me to be quite good but… | ||
| scan0261 | Oil and petrol consumption over 2,500 miles. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. X1042 EP.20/25.6.36. 18-G-IV. Oil consumption over 2,500 miles works out at average 460 m.p.g. Checks show consistant throughout over 4 long runs - varies 480 - 440 - 450 - 460. Petrol… | ||
| scan0262 | Status report on the position and testing of cars in the Experimental Garage. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. <104 Hs/FD.7/JH.29.6.36. Position of Cars in Exptl. Garage on Monday 29.6.36. 18-G-IV. Loaned to EP. Aero Test. 21-G-IV. Exptl. Garage. Oil consumption tests. GAE-20 " " Work, use and oil… | ||
| scan0263 | Test report on a vehicle's performance, fuel consumption, and noted faults. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. c. to Hs/FD. c. to Hs/Mths. X1042 Hs/Wym.7/KW.29.6.36. Report on 21-G-IV. Mileage run under fast touring conditions 296. Petrol used 20 galls. 1 pt. petrol consump. 14.7 M.P.G. Oil used 1… | ||
| scan0264 | Test run report for car 35-EX detailing performance issues. | ||
| View original record | LLSmith X1042 To Hs/Rm. from E. E.1/HP.3.7.36. c. Hs/FD. 33 re 35-EX. 33 Re run on 35-EX last week-end, I have already given you verbally most of the results. The clutch behaved in an exemplary manner… | ||
| scan0265 | List detailing the position and testing status of various cars in the Experimental Garage. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. x7042 Hs/FD.9/JH. 6.7.36. Position of Cars in Experimental Garage Monday 6.7.36. 18-G-IV. Aero - Loaned to Ep. 21-G-IV. Exptl. Garage. Oil consumption tests. GAE-20 Exptl. Garage. Oil… | ||
| scan0266 | Test run report detailing fuel and oil consumption over a specific distance. | ||
| View original record | X104-Z FILE. 10th July, 1936. GAE-20. Miles run = 219 Miles. Oil used = 2 pts. Oil cons. = 876 m.p.g. Petrol used = 13 galls. Petrol cons. = 16.8 m.p.g. Test run by Rm. 7. 7. 36. Hs/Wym. | ||
| scan0267 | Letter on Endcliffe Hotel, Margate letterhead about a holiday and playing golf. | ||
| View original record | ENDCLIFFE HOTEL, CLIFTONVILLE, MARGATE. FACING SEA & OVAL TEL. No 290 Appointed to A.A. July 14th 36. Dear Pum, Today the weather has been fine & seems generally to be set for better days ahead. so am… | ||
| scan0268 | Letter regarding arrangements for a car for travel from Derby on July 24th/25th. | ||
| View original record | I hope it was returned safely on the monday - and I shall be glad to know as soon as possible what car you can place on my disposal to be here Saty morn July 25th. This will mean travelling from Derby… | ||
| scan0269 | Comparative report on the performance of car models 21-G-IV and 22-G-V. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. c. to GWH. X 1042 Hs/IMW.3/KW.15.7.36. Comparison of 21-G-IV with 22-G-V. I have tried 21-G-IV as instructed, and have observed the following points of comparison. Engine. There is no… | ||
| scan0270 | Performance comparison report on steering, radiator, and noise between two vehicle models. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/IMW.3/KW.15.7.36. Steering. 21-G-IV handles better than 22-G-V but seems as bad for joggles. Radiator. Complete absence of radiator movement was a noticeable improvement over 22-G-V, and… | ||
| scan0271 | Arranging for car 18-G-IV to be taken by Tunnicliffe for a meeting in Margate. | ||
| View original record | X1042 To Hs/FD. Hs/Rm.8/KW.16.7.36. Will you please advise Tunnicliffe that we have allotted 18-G-IV for meeting Sft. on Saturday morning July 25th, at The Endcliffe Hotel, Cliftonville, Margate. We… | ||
| scan0272 | Letter to H. Swift regarding the arrangement of car 18-G-IV for his disposal. | ||
| View original record | X1042 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.7/KW. 16th July, 1936. H. Swift, Esq., Endcliffe Hotel, Cliftonville, Margate. Dear Sft., Thanks for your letter. I have arranged for 18-G-IV to be at your disposal on July… | ||
| scan0273 | Arranging for the collection and temporary storage of car GAE-20. | ||
| View original record | x1042 To JLE. (Lillie Hall) Hs/Rm.21/KW.17.7.36. I understand that RHC. has been in communication with you regarding collecting GAE-20 from Victoria station and storing it at Lillie Hall until called… | ||
| scan0274 | Telephone message concerning damage to car GAE-20 from a door flying open and the subsequent repair estimate. | ||
| View original record | Hs X1042 Mon. 20th July, 1936. Telephone message from Mr. Evans (lillie Hall) 12.25 p.m. When RHC. was driving GAE-20 to London on Sat. last, one of the doors flew open, causing some damage. RHC.… | ||
| scan0275 | Confirming arrangements for a door repair on experimental car chassis GAE.20. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Hs. LE20/D/20.7.1936. re: Chassis GAE.20. - Experimental Car. Confirming my cbnversation with your Office, I am arranging for the above car to go to Thrupps to have the door repaired, of which… | ||
| scan0276 | Forwarding an acknowledgment of order for chassis GAE.20 from Thrupp & Maberly. | ||
| View original record | Hs. LE2/D/23.7.1936. re: Chassis GAE.20. ----------- Herewith Thrupp & Maberly's acknowledgment of order. Will you kindly do the necessary. J.S.E. | ||
| scan0277 | Requesting an official order for car repairs to Thrupp & Maberly following a slight accident. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. Hs.9/KW.24.7.36. Will you please pass an official order to Messrs. Thrupp & Maberly for repairs to GAE-20 in accordance with their estimate attached amounting to £12 to £15. This slight… | ||
| scan0278 | Car accident involving a spin during an emergency stop, requesting views on the matter, with specific anxiety over the Duke of Kent's car. | ||
| View original record | S/W Hs/Rm. C7/C24.7.36 Re 34-EX. I have received a report of an accident which occurred to this car wherein Fraser (the driver) although agreeing it was his own fault says that what happened was that… | ||
| scan0279 | Braking performance and handling issues of the 34-EX Phantom III model. | ||
| View original record | X1042 W/S - C. Hs/Rm.7/KW.28.7.36. 34-EX. With reference to C.7/C.24.7.36, we do not think there is anything wrong with the brakes of 34-EX. We believe from Fraser's remarks that he was travelling at… | ||
| scan0280 | Proposal to rebuild chassis 32-EX as a Continental Phantom and update chassis 30-EX using parts from another chassis. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. X1042 Hs/Rm.2/KW.29.7.36. At the last Conference, reference Cx.9/ES.17.7.36, we got Sg. to agree that the Works would have to release a chassis in order to enable us to replace 30-EX within a… | ||
| scan0281 | Arranging for a car to transport a colleague and family from Victoria to Derby. | ||
| View original record | W/LH. - GWH. c. to JLE. X104~ Hs/Rm.17/KW.29.7.36. RHC. is arriving at Victoria at 3 p.m. on Saturday next. Will you please arrange for GAE-20 to be available for RHC. to bring his luggage and family… | ||
| scan0282 | Letter to R.H. Coverley arranging a car meeting at Victoria and forwarding a note to Hives. | ||
| View original record | X1042 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.16/KW. 29th July, 1936. R.H. Coverley Esq., c/o. Franco-Britannic Autos. Ltd., 12, Avenue George V, Paris (8), FRANCE. Dear Bob, Many thanks for your letter. I am glad you are… | ||
| scan0283 | Collection of chassis GAE.20 from the coachbuilder Thrupp & Maberly. | ||
| View original record | X104 2 Rm. LE16/D/29.7.1936. re: Chassis GAE.20. -------------------- I have ascertained from Thrupp & Maberly that this car will be ready for collection from their Works some time tomorrow. I propose… | ||
| scan0284 | Confirming arrangements for a vehicle collection. | ||
| View original record | #1042 S/W. Rm. Copy to GWH. LE7/D/30.7.1936. With reference to your Hs/Rm.17/KW.29.7.36., I note that RHC. will be arriving at Victoria at 3 o'clock on Saturday. He will find GAE.20. waiting at Lillie… | ||
| scan0285 | Short typed memo regarding the collection of item GAE-20 from Lillie Hall. | ||
| View original record | X104 Z 31.7.36. COVERLEY FRANCOBRIT, PARIS 86. GAE-20 AT LILLIE HALL PLEASE COLLECT THERE. ROBOTHAM. | ||
| scan0286 | Status report on the position and testing of experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. HS/FD.4/JH.18.8.36. Position of Cars in Exptl. Garage 9-0 a.m. 17.8.36. 21-G-IV. Loaned to Mx. GAE-20 Loaned to Hy. 18-G-IV. Exptl. Garage. Development of sparking plugs. 1-B-IV. Shardlow.… | ||
| scan0287 | Log detailing the transport of Chevrolet and Cadillac vehicles from the experimental garage. | ||
| View original record | -2- Chevrolet. Exptl. Garage. Transport Car. Cadillac. Exptl. Garage. Transport to Shardlow. Hs/F.Dodd. | ||
| scan0288 | Letter from Ford Motor Company regarding a request to investigate the construction and works cost of their V-8 rear axle. | ||
| View original record | Ford Motor Company Ltd. DAGENHAM Essex. TELEPHONE: RAINHAM 3000. TELEGRAMS: FORDMOTOR, TELEX, DAGENHAM. CABLES: FORDMOTOR, DAGENHAM. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE COMPANY. IN YOUR REPLY… | ||
| scan0289 | Telex message arranging a meeting to discuss axles. | ||
| View original record | X1015 25.8.36. HAWARD, FORDMOTOR, TELEX, DAGENHAM. UNLESS HEAR CONTRARY COMING ABOUT 10.30 TO-MORROW MORNING TO DISCUSS AXLES. GRYLLS, ROYCAR. | ||
| scan0290 | Multiple faults with a car, including unsafe brakes, and requesting an investigation. | ||
| View original record | X1042 To Hs/FD. Hs/Rm.8/KW.25.8.36. GAE-20. Hy. makes the following comments about this car - Brakes grunt and poor. Exhaust very noisy. Engine "pops back" on quarter throttle. Engine noisy generally.… | ||
| scan0291 | Status report on cars in the Experimental Garage, detailing their location, ongoing tests, and modifications. | ||
| View original record | 8.1042 To Hs/Rm. Hs/FD.3/JH.31.8.36; Position of Cars IN Experimental Garage Monday 31.8.36: 18-G-IV. Exptl. Garage. This is due for piston ring change. 21-G-IV. Exptl. Garage. Oiling up sparking plug… | ||
| scan0292 | List of comments and issues found on experimental car 37-EX. | ||
| View original record | X1042 To Hs/FD. Hs/Rm.10/KW.1.9.36. 37-EX. Hy's comments on 37-EX are as follows :- (1) Gear change heavy, 2nd gear does not engage properly. (2) Side and tail fuse blew and was replaced. (3) Clutch… | ||
| scan0293 | Oil consumption and rattles found on car GAE-20 after a trip from Derby. | ||
| View original record | 7D X1042 Hs/Rm.3/KW.17.9.36. GAE-20. Half a gallon of oil was added to this car from the time it left Derby to the time it returned. The oil consumption should be checked. There was a very bad gear… | ||
| scan0294 | Status report on cars in the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | To Wor. from Hs. K.W. x1042 Where is the corrected list? Hs.1/EP.8.10.36 Rm CARS IN THE EXPERIMENTAL DEPT. 30th SEPT.1936. 40/50HP. 32-EX Phantom III New Chassis rebuilt after accident in France.… | ||
| scan0295 | Use and disposal of various non-company cars and chassis for testing and investigation. | ||
| View original record | -2- OTHER CARS. Chevriolet 6 Cylinder engine investigation. 12-EX. Transport lorry - for use between Derby and Hucknall. CHASSIS UNLICENCED - USED AS TEST RIGS. Cadillac 16 Vulture 29-EX. Peregrine… | ||
| scan0296 | List of vehicles with mounted bodies in the experimental department. | ||
| View original record | X1042 8.10.36 MOUNTED BODIES IN EXPERIMENTAL DEPT. 25/30HP. Chassis 18-G-IV Park Ward 6 Seater 4 Door Saloon Black " 21-G-IV Hooper 4 Seater 4 Door Saloon " " 22.G.V Thrupp & Mapperley 6 Seater… | ||
| scan0297 | Record of an unmounted Park Ward car body stored at Sanderson & Holmes. | ||
| View original record | -2- UNMOUNTED BODY STORED AT SANDERSON & HOLMES. Park Ward 4 Seater 2 Door Streamline Saloon Blue and Silver (ex Chassis B.23-AE). | ||
| scan0298 | Recommending a test car, a black Hooper Saloon, be scrapped due to advanced decay and experimental parts. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. & Wor. X 104-2 Hs/Rm.22/KW.9.10.36. 21-G-IV. We are handing this car over to the Repair Dept. for disposal. It is a close-coupled, Hooper, four-seater, four-door Saloon, Black. The car has run… | ||
| scan0299 | Disposal of car 21-G-IV and a request for an estimate to make it saleable. | ||
| View original record | X1042 To Hs/Rm. from Sg. re 21-G-IV. Sg10/E12.10.36 Copy to HG. [text is struck through] I am in receipt of Hs/Rm.22/KW.9.10.36 and I note that this car is being turned over to the Repair Dept. for… | ||
| scan0300 | Status report on cars in the Experimental Department, detailing ongoing tests and developments. | ||
| View original record | FILE. To Wor. from Hs. Hs.1/EP.15.10.36 CARS IN THE EXPERIMENTAL DEPT. 30th SEPT.1936. 40/50 HP. 32-EX Phantom III New Chassis rebuilt after accident in France. 33-EX Phantom III Clutchm Steering,… | ||
| scan0301 | Status report on various competitor and experimental vehicles, including their use as test rigs and disposals. | ||
| View original record | -2- OTHER CARS. Chevriolet 6 Cylinder engine investigation. 12-EX. Transport lorry - for use between Derby and Hucknall. CHASSIS UNLICENCED - USED AS TEST RIGS. Cadillac 16 Vulture 29-EX. Peregrine… | ||
| scan0302 | Work order to remove the engine, gearbox, and test thermometers from car 21-G-IV. | ||
| View original record | X1042 To RHC. Hs/FD.24/KW.15.10.36. 21-G-IV. Will you please arrange to have the following work carried out, as we wish to dispose of this car as soon as possible :- (1) Remove engine and gearbox… | ||
| scan0303 | Progress report on various chassis jobs, detailing work on gearboxes, steering, and specific car models. | ||
| View original record | 61042 To Rm. from RHC/WSC. HJ. JW. FS. TF. TB. R.Met. RHC/WSC.2/BA.23.10.36. Car Work (Hs/Rm.12/KW.19.10.36.) We give herewith list of Chassis jobs, and present positions, all promises of completion… | ||
| scan0304 | Progress report on the development of exhaust, brake, clutch, and steering systems. | ||
| View original record | -2- 7. 25/30. H.P. Exhaust System. Webb treated shells. 3 Sets completed and despatched to London. 1 Set is also fitted on G.A.E.20. 8. Brakes. Hs/AFM.21/KW.30.9.36. Steering Arms Girling Brakes.… | ||
| scan0305 | Status report on various components including Wraith steering gear, Phantom III parts, and Bentley units, with promised and completion dates from 1936. | ||
| View original record | -3- G.84591 Triangle Lever - Frgs promised 24.10.36. G.84592 " " " " 24.10.36. G.84593 " " - Proof " 26.10.36. G.84594 " " " " 26.10.36. G.84583 Axle Yoke - Frgs. " 23.10.36. G.84584 " " " " 23.10.36.… | ||
| scan0306 | Progress report detailing modifications, parts, and testing status for various engine units. | ||
| View original record | -4- 15. B-19 Hs/Swdl.23/JH.30.9.36. fitted with:- AC.1 forged Big-End Bearings. Rm. 161 Cylinder Head. T.T. Induction Pipe and Carburetter. Passed to Test. 22.10.36. 16. 25/30. H.P. Unit.… | ||
| scan0307 | Progress report detailing modifications and production status for various engine components. | ||
| View original record | -5- 22. Hs/Swdl.4/KW.14.10.36. Deturbulated 4 port heads. SB. detailing. DETAILS ISSUED TO SHOP 23.10.36. 23. Hs/Swdl.10/JH.9.10.36. Strengthened Exhaust Valves in S/SLV. -close clearances-for 4 port… | ||
| scan0308 | The transfer of car 21-G-IV to the Repair Department for overhaul and sale. | ||
| View original record | D/L. X 1042. Rm/FD.2/JH.24.10.36. 21-G-IV. Will you please note that we have sent the above car over to the Repair Department to be overhauled and sold as a second hand car. The Experimental have… | ||
| scan0309 | Discussion summary sheet detailing tests and actions for various experimental chassis and Bentley models. | ||
| View original record | 1062 F.Dodd. 12.11.36. DISCUSSION ON CHASSIS. 36-EX. Steadman - cooling. 32-EX. Ratcliffe.- Consumption, Gearbox, Performance. 37-EX. Whyman - Exhaust. Hardy - To follow with steering. 33-EX. In Shop.… | ||
| scan0310 | List of notes and tasks related to Bentley, Citroen, and Chevrolet vehicles. | ||
| View original record | BENTLEYS 6.B.1V. To be made into a decent car as soon as possible. 5.B.1V. Transport for Hs. Citroen Bentley. To have B.56. Body. Chevrolet. Finish consumption comparing with 25/30. at right gear… | ||
| scan0311 | The sale of secondhand experimental car bodies. | ||
| View original record | 1021. To G/Cam. Rm/FD.5/JH.28.11.36. Re Sale of Secondhand Experimental Bodies. These bodies were completely useless and scrap and were removed from 3-B-IV and B-23-AE. The body off B-23-AE has been… | ||
| scan0312 | File status report detailing various automotive tests and tasks with assigned personnel. | ||
| View original record | FILES. γ 1042 4.12.36. 18-G-IV Sg's. sparking plugs retested. Brazier. GAE-20 Steering tests on the dyno. Hardy. Scholes. 1-B-IV. Brakes at Shardlow. Darby. Titley. 3-B-IV. To be improved no testing… | ||
| scan0313 | Status report detailing the use and workshop activities for various vehicles and chassis. | ||
| View original record | -2- CHEVROLET. Transport use. = T Cadullac. " " Fitting shop. 6-B-IV. 32-EX ....... Wed. 1-B-IV. to go in this morning. for change over with girling brakes. B-56-BN Chassis handed over to Garage. 9-0… | ||
| scan0314 | Status report on the position of cars in the experimental garage for Monday December 21st. | ||
| View original record | 1042 To Rm. Rm/FD.6/JH.23.12.36. POSITION OF CARS IN EXPERIMENTAL GARAGE. MONDAY December 21st. 18.G.IV Transport use. 22.G.V Arrived from France No programme yet. GAE-20 In London for suspension… | ||
| scan0315 | Status report page detailing actions and locations for various 'EX' numbered projects and vehicles. | ||
| View original record | -2- 35-EX In the Fitting Shop 36-EX On loan to Mr. Smith. 37-EX Working on Carburation. 38-EX Exhaust booms } Engine period } Work to proceed. Prop. chaft } period } 29-EX Chevrolet Packard For… | ||
| scan0316 | Road tests of a 4-port induction system, comparing performance and acceleration data against a production chassis. | ||
| View original record | 1042 To Rm. 32-EX. Report on Road Tests of 4 port Induction System. Slow speed running was equally as good as the standard system. An improvement was noticed in not loading up so easily. Misfiring at… | ||
| scan0317 | Comparison of performance data for High Lift versus Standard petrol pumps. | ||
| View original record | -2- 36-EX total weight t. cwts. qr. lbs. 2 12 3 14 Petrol consumption 8.8 M.P.G. Av. speed 50 M.P.H. 9.2 M.P.G. Av. speed 50 M.P.H. Both cars ran together 189 miles run. 189 miles run. Identical… | ||
| scan0318 | Log of the status and position of various cars in the Experimental Garage. | ||
| View original record | Rm. 1042 Position of Cars in Expl Garage from 25.1.37. 18.G.IV - On the fitting shop for new exhaust system. 22.G.V - All shock dampers removed for examination & resetting. GAE-20- - Free. 1-B.4. - At… | ||
| scan0319 | Status report on cars in the Experimental Department for March 31st, 1937. | ||
| View original record | 1042. To Hs/EWT. from Rm/FD. Rm/FD.13/AP.2.4.37. Cars in Experimental Dept. March 31st. 1937 40/50.HP. 32-EX. Development of new raised engine mounting. 33.EX. Used for oil consumption tests with… | ||
| scan0320 | Status report on vehicle testing and development projects for various car models. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/FD.13/AP.2.4.37. 4¼ Litre Bentley 1.B.1V. Brake tests. 3.B.1V. Undergoing 15,000 miles test in France. 5.B.1V. Tests on conventional suspension development with low rating springs and braking… | ||
| scan0321 | Status report on work in hand for various experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | 10H21 EXPERIMENTAL CARS - WORK IN HAND. 1.B.IV. Tests on brake linings and rear axle noise concerning complaints from K. 3.B.IV. In France has done 5963 miles. 4.B.IV. 5.B.IV. Ignition Governor tests… | ||
| scan0322 | Index of topics including engine quietness, brakes, suspension, and carburetter issues. | ||
| View original record | 24-G-VI. Engine mounting exhaust and general quietness. 25-G.VI. Brakes and Servo. & Suspension ----------- 18-G.IV. 22-G.V. GAE-20. Carburetter - popping in silencer. | ||
| scan0323 | Summary of road test and experimental work on various chassis components including clutches, overheating, and suspension. | ||
| View original record | 1042 Sg. from Rm. Hs. Rm8/R.22.6.37. CHASSIS EXPERIMENTAL WORK. ROAD TEST WORK. P.III. Clutches. Tests to prove the durability and take up qualities of the plate we are standardising. Experiments with… | ||
| scan0324 | Development work and testing for Wraith, Bentley, and Chevrolet models. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm8/R.22.6.37. WRAITH. General development work, which includes the elimination of noises in the car, brakes, clutch, steering, suspension, engine mounting and slow running. 15,000 Miles' Test… | ||
| scan0325 | Frame stiffness, engine testing, and component analysis for various car models including Packard, Oldsmobile, and Vauxhall. | ||
| View original record | -3- PACKARD. Stiffness of the frame has been measured with and without the body. A complete analysis of the rear axle, including weight particulars, has been made for B.III. Front suspension being… | ||
| scan0326 | Progress report on Bentley bearing, oil consumption, cylinder head, and valve gear tests, along with single cylinder work. | ||
| View original record | -4- BENTLEY. Completion of bearing tests. Oil consumption tests. Endurance runs on various types of oils, particularly Duckhams and Castrol CW. Analysis of the T.T. cylinder head with standard… | ||
| scan0327 | List of experimental tests and jobs to be carried out on cars. | ||
| View original record | 1042 Rvs. Exptl Cars. Tests and jobs to be carried out. 1. B-4. Due for fitting shop for Engine change. rear axle strip & report. (Ovd.) 3. BH. Tests with external oil filter. (now being done.) brake… | ||
| scan0328 | Log of engineering tasks, tests, and personnel assignments for various vehicles. | ||
| View original record | 18-6-37 Brazier - 3-B4. Oil filter pumps. Dean. - 39 EX. development. Lee. - 18. G-W Overhauling Engine. Gardiner - } 37 EX. Radiator tests. Walsh - } Samways. } rig axle twisting & Samways to help… | ||
| scan0329 | Log of workshop activities including an engine change, axle strip, and various tests on vehicles B237PE and 36 EX. | ||
| View original record | 1-B-4. Due for fitting shop for Engine Change. B237PE rear axle strip + examine. 3-B-4. - Tests with external oil filter. clean + dirty. 5-B-4 - Tests with new wheel drivers. 36 EX - Still working on… | ||
| scan0330 | Chassis experimental work and road tests for various vehicle components and models. | ||
| View original record | 1042? Sg. from Rm/Gry. Hs. Rm/Gry3/R.30.6.37. CHASSIS EXPERIMENTAL WORK. ROAD TEST WORK. P.III. Clutches. Overload test carried out on proposed Thermoid faced Long type clutch. Similar plate fitted to… | ||
| scan0331 | Summary of testing and experiments on various car models and components. | ||
| View original record | -2- BENTLEY Tests with external oil filter. Further experiments on Thermoid clutch facings. Tests with the cheapened thermostat for use in conjunction with fixed shutters. Further experiments on brake… | ||
| scan0332 | Bentley engine testing, including B.24 unit preparation, oil consumption, and endurance runs. | ||
| View original record | -3- Rm/Gry2/R.30.6.37. BENTLEY. Preparation of B.24 unit for 6.B.IV. Oil consumption tests continued. Endurance run on engine with Packard balance weights. Rm/Gry. | ||
| scan0333 | Status report on cars in the experimental garage, detailing ongoing tests and modifications. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from Rm/FD. c. HPS/CEP. 1042 Rm/FD.4/AP.7.7.37 CARS IN EXPL. GARAGE, JUNE 30th.1937. PHANTOM III. 32-EX. Left for France 3.7.37 on 15,000 miles test. 33-EX. Used for clutch and suspension… | ||
| scan0334 | Summary of development and testing activities for various car models. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/FD.4/AP.7.7.37 4 1/4 LITRE BENTLEY B.56.BN. O.H.C. and cyl. head, engine otherwise standard also for braking tests with special drums and linings. WRAITH. 24.G.6. } 25.G.6. } Development of… | ||
| scan0335 | Disposal plan for four experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. Sg. from Rm. c. C. c. Rm/FD. 10842 Rm.6/AP.28.8.37 EXPERIMENTAL CARS. We are disposing of the following experimental cars:- 5.B.1V. This is a boxed-in frame so that the chassis will have to be… | ||
| scan0336 | The dismantling of experimental cars and the salvaging of parts. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Dry. Wyn. Lon. CTS. BHC. Hths. PWH. CR. APH. JBD. Std. Rd. RC. Swdl. 1042 Rm/FD.9/JH.30.8.37. EXPERIMENTAL CARS. The following cars are being dismantled and the parts not required will be scrapped,… | ||
| scan0337 | List of various car models with their chassis numbers, body styles, and colors. | ||
| View original record | To E/Lid 10H². 2.9.37. 25/30 H.P. 22.G.V. RC.3579 Thrupp & Maberly, Limousine Black. Wraith. 24.G.VI RC.5328 Park Ward Saloon. Maroon + Black Brown. 25.G.VI RC.5007 " " Sports Saloon. Grey. 26.G.VI… | ||
| scan0338 | Outlining the programme for secondhand bodies from obsolete Beniley chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Hn. from Rm/FD. x 104² Rm/FD.8/MH.6.9.37. Re Secondhand Bodies. With reference to your memo of the 2nd. inst. As we do not wish to change any of the bodies on the Beniley cars which we are… | ||
| scan0339 | List of completed vehicle component schemes and modifications awaiting fitting instructions. | ||
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| scan0340 | List of technical modifications for a Bentley vehicle's axle, hubs, and exhaust. | ||
| View original record | -2- HPS/WSC.4/BA.8.9.37. BENTLEY. Rear Axle. N.S.5111 Rear Axle Tie Rod. Front Hubs. GB.2663 Dia of ribs increased to assist keeping drum cool. Instructed for B23AE By's car Exhaust Fittings. LeC.5757… | ||
| scan0341 | Status report on cars undergoing testing in the experimental garage as of September 30th. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from Rm/FD. c. HPS/CEP. File Spare 1042? Rm/FD.8/MH.5.10.37. CARS IN EXPL. GARAGE. SEPT. 30TH. Phantom III. 32-EX. Stripped in the fitting shop for examination after 17,000 miles. 33-EX. Tests… | ||
| scan0342 | Status report on testing and development for various 4¼ Litre Bentley, Wraith, and 25/30 HP models. | ||
| View original record | -2- 4¼ Litre Bentley. Cont'd. 6-B-4. Prepared for 15,000 miles test at present running mileage on clutch. Fitted with Wraith steering and large tyres, etc. B-23-AE. Tests on cyl. bore and piston wear,… | ||
| scan0343 | Status of various cars used for testing, as test rigs, and those recently disposed of. | ||
| View original record | -3- Rm/FD.8/MH.5.10.30. Other Cars. Packard 8 cyl Aero transport car - Running on Bentley III rubber suspension bushes. Vauxhall 6 cyl engine investigation. Oldsmobile 6 cyl engine and suspension… | ||
| scan0344 | The disposal of several cars and the retention of the 25/30 model for consumption comparison with the Wraith. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Rm. 1042 Rm9/R.19.10.37. We are forthwith disposing of:- 36-EX. 33-EX. 1.B.IV, and the Packard car. We should like to keep the 25/30 a little longer, as we want to be sure that the Wraith… | ||
| scan0345 | Instructions for modifying two experimental Phantom III cars (36-EX and 33-EX) before their sale as second-hand vehicles. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten top left, crossed out] To Hd. C. Htts [Handwritten top center] 7de 1042 [Typed top right] Rm/FD.9/JH.25.10.37. [Typed, centered, underlined] EXPERIMENTAL CARS. [Typed body text] We are… | ||
| scan0346 | Recommendation to change valve springs and supply replacement parts before cars are sold. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/FD.9/JH.25.10.37. Replacement parts will be supplied for the parts removed. We recommend that all valve springs should be changed before these cars are sold. Rm/F.Dodd. | ||
| scan0347 | The disposal of cars 36.EX and 33.EX to the repair department for second-hand sale. | ||
| View original record | HPS/CEP. c. to D/L. Rm/FD.1/JH.27.10.37. 1042 Will you please note that we have today disposed of cars 36.EX and 33.EX to the repair dept. These we understand will be sold second hand. Rm/FD. | ||
| scan0348 | Status of vehicle 1-G-4 for sale and repairs. | ||
| View original record | S/W....Rm c. to Hs. c. to Hd. 104 C7/C5.11.37 I understand that 1-G-4 has been turned in for sale. Will you please let me know if this is so. Also, has it been handed over to the Repair Dept. for… | ||
| scan0349 | Replying to a query about the status and disposal of various car chassis. | ||
| View original record | 1042 W/S. C. from Rm. c. Hs. c. Hd. Rm2/R.8.11.37. Replying to C7/C5.11.37., we do not know the chassis you mention - 1.G.IV. We have recently disposed of GAE-20, and 18.G.IV, another 25/30, has just… | ||
| scan0350 | 'Sg' to 'Rm' requesting the numbers for two Phantom III vehicles to be handed over to Sales. | ||
| View original record | S/W To Rm. from Sg. re P.III's. Sg5/E10.11.37 I understand from Hs. that two more of these are to be handed over to Sales. We have had notification about 36-EX and 33-EX. Would you please let me know… | ||
| scan0351 | Short memo querying a possibly incorrect reference number and the sales status of the item. | ||
| View original record | S/W...Rm c. to Hs. c. to Hd. 1042? C9/C12.11.37 Thanks for your Rm2/R8.11.37 re 1-G-IV. Do you think we have got the wrong number and it should be 1.B.IV? Is this now for sale? C. | ||
| scan0352 | Discussion on the Phantom III model, specifically chassis 37-EK's overdrive gearbox and hydraulic tappet scheme. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm. 104- Rm8/R.13.11.37. re: Phantom III's Referring to Sg5/E10.11.37., we should like to discuss this on Tuesday. 37-EK, the next P.III to be disposed of, has an overdrive gearbox, and the… | ||
| scan0353 | The disposal and reallocation of four experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Rm. c. Sg. c. C. c. Hd. 1042 also 1260 Rm10/R.17.11.37. EXPERIMENTAL CARS. We are disposing of the following experi-mental cars:- 37-EX. 22-G.V. 1.B.IV. Vauxhall. 37-EX. On going through the… | ||
| scan0354 | Instructing the dismantling of Bentley chassis 1.B.4, returning specific non-standard parts, and scrapping the rest. | ||
| View original record | To Hd. from Rm/FD. c. Hs. 1042 Rm/FD.9/WH.17.11.37. We are handing over Bentley 1.B.4 to you immediately for dismantling. This is the first Bentley chassis, and we do not think the frame will be worth… | ||
| scan0355 | Modifications and part returns for car 37-EX before it goes to Sales. | ||
| View original record | To Hd. from Rm/FD. 37-EX. (1) Before this car goes to Sales will you please have the steering dismantled and return the cam to us. It will be necessary to fit a new cam, we shall be returning the old… | ||
| scan0356 | Despatch of a 25 HP Vauxhall and the decision to retain a Packard for further interest in its suspension. | ||
| View original record | W/S. from Rm/FD. x 1042 Rm/FD.6/WH.22.11.37. We despatched the 25 HP. Vauxhall to Lillie Hall on Saturday afternoon. The speedometer reading of this car is correct, i.e. under 5,000 miles, the car is… | ||
| scan0357 | Disposal of two cars, one to be dismantled and the other for re-sale. | ||
| View original record | 1042 D/L. from Rm/FD. c. to HPS, CEP. Rm/FD.3/AP.22.11.37. Will you please note that we have disposed of the following cars:- 1.B.4. to the Repair for dismantling. 25.HP. Vauxhall to Lillie Hall for… | ||
| scan0358 | Swapping a non-standard B.20 unit, which requires a one-off job, for a B.22 service unit. | ||
| View original record | To Hd. from Rm/Swdl. [Handwritten]: X ? 1042 Rm/Swdl.15/MH.24.11.37. 1.B.IV. Regarding the attached memo, the unit (B.20) in the above chassis is non standard and includes a special crankcase. shaft… | ||
| scan0359 | Handover of vehicle 37-EX to the repair department for re-sale. | ||
| View original record | 1042 - D/L. c. to HPS/CEP. Rm/FD.11/JH.29.11.37. Will you please note that 37-EX was handed over to the repair dept. for re-sale on 24.11.37. Rm/F.Dodd. | ||
| scan0360 | List of Wraith cars by body style and color with associated references. | ||
| View original record | 1042 also 600 W R A I T H C A R S. GREY COUPÉ - 25.G.VI. RED COUPÉ - 28.G.VI. RED SALOON - 24.G.VI. BLACK SALOON - 26.G.VI. BROWN " - 27.G.VI. FAWN " - 29.G.VI. ________________ 21.12.37. | ||
| scan0361 | Handover of experimental car 22.G.5 to the Repair Department. | ||
| View original record | To HPS/CEP. from Rm/FD. c. D/L. γ 1042. Rm/FD.7/MH.31.12.37. EXPL. CARS. Will you please note that 22.G.5 has been handed over to the Repair Dept. for use on the transport section. Rm/FD. | ||
| scan0362 | Quarterly report from the experimental garage detailing work on Phantom III and 4 1/4 Litre Bentley vehicles for the period ending 31st December 1937. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from Rm/FD. c. HPS/CEP. 1042 Rm/FD.1/MH.6.1.38. CARS IN EXPL. GARAGE DEC. 31st. 1937. QUARTERLY REPORT. PHANTOM III. 32-EX. Chassis stripped in the fitting shop. 39-EX. Chassis stripped in the… | ||
| scan0363 | Test and development notes for the 4 1/4 Litre Bentley and Wraith models. | ||
| View original record | -2- 4 1/4 LITRE BENTLEY - CONT'D. 6.B.4. Fitted with latest P.W. all steel body. Chassis prepared for 15,000 miles test, including over-drive, new camshaft and rockers direct on coppered shaft,… | ||
| scan0364 | Status of test cars and chassis, including those used for investigation and those recently disposed of. | ||
| View original record | -3- OTHER CARS. Packard 8 cyl. Aero transport car, running on Bentley III rubber suspension bushes, used for suspension investigation. Oldsmobile 6 cyl. Engine and suspension investigation. CHASSIS… | ||
| scan0365 | Disposing of experimental cars, including a Phantom III, and transferring parts between other models. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Gry. Swdl. Lea. Sym. Std. GK. PJH. JBD. AFH. RO. noted crop (handwritten) 1042. (handwritten) Rm/VD.15/JH.17.3.38. EXPERIMENTAL CARS. We are thinking of disposing of B.23.AE. and also a Phantom… | ||
| scan0366 | The disposal of experimental cars and the analysis of a competitor Jaguar. | ||
| View original record | 1042 Hs. from Rm. Sg. Hd. c. By. Rm4/R.18.3.38. EXPERIMENTAL CARS FOR DISPOSAL. We are handing over to the Repair Dept. for disposal one P.III car - 32-EX, and one Bentley car - B.23.AE. The Jaguar… | ||
| scan0367 | Testing of experimental cars, specifically a Jaguar, before it is dismantled. | ||
| View original record | P 1042. To Rm. from Sg. re Experimental Cars. Sg20/E21.3.38 Referring to Rm4/R18.3.38 I note re cars handed over to the Repair Dept. and have asked Cr. to deal with these via Hd. Re Jaguar it is quite… | ||
| scan0368 | The handover status of two cars, 32-EX and B-23-AE, for sale preparation. | ||
| View original record | 1042? F. DODD [crossed out] Please say Pm S/W. Rm. re- 32-EX and B- 23-AE Cx6/KW 2.4.38. Sg informed me on the 21st March that you had handed over these two cars to the Repair Dept. to be prepared for… | ||
| scan0369 | List of nine specific work instructions for modifications to a vehicle chassis. | ||
| View original record | 1642 also 263 To Hd. Rm/FD.15/JH.4.4.38. re B.23.AE. Will you please have the following work carried out on the above before disposing of same. We expect to hand this car over next Thursday 7.4.38.… | ||
| scan0370 | The handover of two experimental cars, a Phantom III and a Bentley, for disposal. | ||
| View original record | 1042. To D/BP. c. to Ha/LS. c. to Q/RFH. c. to G. c. to HPS/CEP. c. to D/L. Rm/PD.12/JH.6.4.38. EXPERIMENTAL CARS. Will you please note that we have handed 32.EX. Phantom III. E.2)4) over to the… | ||
| scan0371 | Quarterly report from the experimental garage detailing tests on Phantom III and Bentley models. | ||
| View original record | To Hs-HPS/CEP. 1042. RM/FD.9/JH.6.4.38. CARS IN EXPERIMENTAL GARAGE APRIL 1st. 1938. Quarterly Report. Phantom III. 35.EX. Tests with overdrive gearbox. Fixed tappet mechanism. Exptl. rear engine… | ||
| scan0372 | Status report on the testing, development, and disposal of various vehicle chassis and components. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/FD.9/JH.6.4.38. WRAITH. 24.G.6.) 25.G.6.) 26.G.6.) 27.G.6.) 28.G.6.) 29.G.6. General development of chassis. 26.G.6. has just completed 15,000 miles and is now waiting for strip report. OTHER… | ||
| scan0373 | Listing required parts modifications and interchanges for car 32.EX. | ||
| View original record | 1042. also To Hd. Rm/FD.8/JH.6.4.38. re 32.EX. Will you please have the following parts interchanged with 35.EX or removed as requested below before the car is disposed of. (1) Wraith wheel movement… | ||
| scan0374 | Quarterly report on cars in the experimental garage for July 1938. | ||
| View original record | 1042 To Hs. from Rm/FD. -2 copies c. HPS/CEP. Rm/FD.7/MH.30.6.38. CARS IN THE EXPERIMENTAL GARAGE - JULY 1st.1938. QUARTERLY REPORT. PHANTOM III. 35-EX. Tests with overdrive gearbox. Fixed tappet… | ||
| scan0375 | The development and testing of the Bentley 50, Wraith, and other competitor vehicles. | ||
| View original record | -2- BENTLEY 50. T.B.50. General development of chassis (complete car). WRAITH. 24.G.6. } 25.G.6. } 26.G.6. } General development of chassis. 27.G.6. } 27.G.6. is allotted to Mx. 28.G.6. } 29.G.6. }… | ||
| scan0376 | Disposal of an Oldsmobile and a Bentley Chassis, and the consideration of a Buick as a benchmark for a future engine. | ||
| View original record | 1042 Sg. from Rm. Hs. Rm7/R.18.7.38. We are now in a position to dispense with the following cars:- Oldsmobile Bentley Chassis 3.B.IV. The Oldsmobile has only done about 17,000, and is in quite good… | ||
| scan0377 | Specification sheet detailing special features for the 3.B.IV chassis. | ||
| View original record | 19th. July 1938. 3.B.IV CHASSIS SPECIAL FEATURES. High engine mounting R.R. Engine 1. Cyl. head with increased inlet ports. 2. Camshaft in S/ZN. 3. Crankshaft V.C.M. 2 oil holes per pin. 4. Main… | ||
| scan0378 | The disposal of an Oldsmobile and a Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | 1042 S/W Rm c. to Hs. Rm7/R18.7.38 ? C12/C5.8.38 I note that you can now dispense with the Oldsmobile, and Bentley chassis No. 3-B-IV. I shall be glad if you will please send the Oldsmobile to Lillie… | ||
| scan0379 | Short note regarding a car delivery delay to Lillie Hall, pending further information from an Oldsmobile. | ||
| View original record | 1042 W/S. To C. from Rm. c. Hs. Rm.4/MH.8.8.38. Rm7/R.18.7.38. After I had sent this note we found some further inform- ation which we required from the Oldsmobile. This will delay the car about a… | ||
| scan0380 | 1939 Buick, following up on a previously overlooked communication. | ||
| View original record | 104.9 To Rm. from Sg. re Buick. Sg12/E7938 I am afraid that by some mischance the last paragraph of your Rm7/R18.7.38 got overlooked. I spoke to Hs. about it the other day and he said that, if we… | ||
| scan0381 | Disposal of two cars from the experimental garage. | ||
| View original record | 1042 D/BP. c. to HPS/CEP. c. to D/T. c. to G/JWH. Rm/FD.7/JH.3.10.38. Will you please note that the following cars have recently been disposed of in the experimental garage. Oldsmobile. 31.8.38.… | ||
| scan0382 | Quarterly report from October 1938 detailing the status of cars in the experimental garage. | ||
| View original record | 6 1042 To Hs. from Rm/FD. c. to HPS/CEP. Rm/FD.9/JH.3.10.38. CARS IN EXPERIMENTAL GARAGE OCT.1st.1938. Quarterly report. Phantom III. 32.EX. Overdrive gearbox tests continue, also endurance running on… | ||
| scan0383 | Status report on various test cars, detailing their use in development, testing, and their eventual disposal. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/FD.9/JH.3.10.38. Wraith 24.G.6. 25.G.6. 27.G.6. 28.G.6. 29.G.6. General development of chassis. 27.G.6. is allotted to Ex. but is at present being used by Sales as a trials car. Other cars.… | ||
| scan0384 | Status report on various experimental cars and ongoing tests as of January 1st. | ||
| View original record | 1042 To Hs. from Rm/FD. c. to HPS/CEP. Rm/FD.5/JH.3.1.39. Cars in the Experimental Garage Jan. 1st. Phantom III. 35.EX. Tests with restricted gear lever movement and assisted clutch. Overdrive gearbox… | ||
| scan0385 | Status report on various car chassis, including development, testing, and disposal. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/FD.5/JH.3.1.39. Wraith. 24.G.6. General development of chassis 25.G.6. 27.G.6 is allotted to Mx. 27.G.6. 28.G.6. 29.G.6. Wraith replacement. 30.G.7. Chassis complete in exptl. garage for… | ||
| scan0386 | Work to be done on various experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | 1042 To Rm/FD. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Wym. Rm/Gry.1/MH.27.2.39. NOTES ON TALK WITH RM. ABOUT WORK TO BE DONE ON EXPERIMENTAL CARS. 11.B.V. This should be as complete a motor car as possible before it goes to… | ||
| scan0387 | Quarterly report on the development and testing of experimental cars for April 1939. | ||
| View original record | 10H2 To Hs. from Rm/FD. c.c. to HFS/CEP. QUARTERLY REPORT ON EXPERIMENTAL CARS FOR APRIL 1st. 1939. Phantom lll. 35.EX. Tests with Vacuum assisted gear change and reduced travel lever movement,… | ||
| scan0388 | Use of unlicensed chassis for testing and the disposal of various cars. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/FD.1/JH.1.4.39. Chassis unlicenced used as test rigs. 30.Ex. chassis for dyno. gearbox and axle tests. 5.B.4. Cars disposed of since last quarterly report. 3½ Jaguar - Part exchanged with… | ||
| scan0389 | Disposal of two experimental cars, 35-EX and 28-G.VI. | ||
| View original record | 1042. Sg. from Rm. Hd. c. Hs. Rm8/R.3.5.39. We are now anxious to dispose of the following experimental cars:- (1) 35-EX - A close-coupled P.III. We cannot justify the expense of running this as an… | ||
| scan0390 | Repairs and modifications for experimental cars 35-EX and 28-G-VI. | ||
| View original record | S/W. -> Rm. c c to Hs. c c " Hd. 1042. Cx1KW10.6.39. Sg has handed me Rm8/R3.6.39. dealing with two experimental cars which you now wish to dispose of - 35-EX and 28-G-VI. Presumably this latter car… | ||
| scan0391 | The disposal of items 35.EX and 28.G.VI, requesting if any experimental parts need saving. | ||
| View original record | 1042 To Rm/Gry. Ed. AFM. FD. NRC. Wym. PJH. GR. RC. JBD. Swdl. CTS. IMW. TAS. Rm/FD.7/JH.19.6.39. We are disposing of 35.EX. and 28.G.VI. as soon as possible, will you please let Rm/FD. know if there… | ||
| scan0392 | Quarterly report on the status and development of experimental cars for June 1939. | ||
| View original record | 10H2. TO Hs. from Rm/FD. c. to HPS/CEP. Rm/FD.14/JH.29.6.39. QUARTERLY REPORT ON EXPERIMENTAL CARS FOR JUNE 30th.1939. Bentley 4 1/4 litre II series. 6.B.4. Used for comparison purposes. Overdrive… | ||
| scan0393 | The status of competitor cars, unlicenced test rigs and cars disposed of since the last report. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/PD.14/JH.29.6.39. Other cars. 8 cyl. Buick. General investigation of chassis & body. 6 cyl. Humber. Chassis unlicenced used as test rigs. Peregrine 3.P.2. Chassis braking friction test. 30.EX.… | ||
| scan0394 | Status report memorandum on experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | 1042 G/Han. c. to HPS/WSC. RM/PD.5/JH.6.12.39. re Experimental Cars. With reference to your memo. G/GLB.2/JM.4.12.39. to HPS/CEP. We give below a list of exptl. cars showing the position to date -… | ||
| scan0395 | The status of the vehicle fleet, detailing disposals, new acquisitions, and chassis used for testing. | ||
| View original record | -2- RM/FD.5/JH.6.12.39. Chassis unlicenced used as test rigs. 5.B.IV. 30.EX has been scrapped. CARS disposed of since last report. 25.G.VI. ) 27.G.VI. ) To the repair dept. 29.G.VI. ) Humber 6 cyl. To… | ||
| scan0396 | List of cars in the Experimental Garage for the year-end stocktaking of 1939. | ||
| View original record | 1042 To Hs/KW. c. to G/FH/WAB. c. to HPS/SC. Rm/FD.14/JB.21.12.39. re Stocktaking December 1939. The following is a list of cars in the Exptl. Garage for the year ending 1939. 4.B.4. This car will be… | ||
| scan0397 | Outline of fitting work, including weight analysis for Production Continental, Buick, and Studebaker chassis, and a proposed engine change. | ||
| View original record | DOH 1042 To HPS. c.c. HPS/RH. Rm.8/JH.19.1.40. The following is a brief outline of the fitting work for which we are waiting, as and when it can be carried out in the shop :- Production Continental… | ||
| scan0398 | List of Buick vehicle components. | ||
| View original record | BUICK. 23.1.40. (1) Steering gear and connectionswithout gear change mechanism. (2) Gear box. (3) Rear Axle. (4) Brake System. (5) Front Suspension System. (6) Wheels & tyres. (7) Spare wheel carrier.… | ||
| scan0399 | Clarifying a previously quoted number for an experimental chassis. | ||
| View original record | 600 S/W.(Ha/Sd) c. to D/BP. c. to Rm/FD. Bs5/ES.3.2.40. re: Chassis No. 25-G-V1 - ex Experimental Dept. Your Ref. Hd/Sd3/MW2.2.40. We regret that in our memo. Bs6/CPS1.1.40 we quoted the number WXA-44… | ||
| scan0400 | Recommendation to use car 25 G.6 as internal transport instead of overhauling it for sale due to its outdated specification. | ||
| View original record | Pru 25. G. 6 600 Sales are in communication with the Repair Dept for 25 G.6. to be overhauled and sold to a customer. Having gone through the specification we find this car very out of date from the… | ||
| scan0401 | Inspection notes on the condition and specification of various vehicle components. | ||
| View original record | Frame This frame is the original thin type 080 and on this body the scuttle has been cracked previously. Rear Axle 9x41 ratio not standard, and has old type scrap axle seals at the extreme end of the… | ||
| scan0402 | List of notes and required actions for various car components. | ||
| View original record | 2. Flywheel This engine is fitted with a flexible flywheel. Carburetter This has 1 3/8" Choke and large main jets. ~~to switch~~ done at the piston & camshaft change over. to be made standard with… | ||
| scan0403 | List of parts and specifications for the Wraith Chassis 25.G.VII. | ||
| View original record | Wraith Chassis 25.G.VII. Frames and Fittings LOP.FW.1384. Front Apron.LOP.FW.737. Wing Stays.LOP.FW.746. Rear Road Springs.LOP.FW.1385. 1050 lbs. type Springs FW.1354. Steering Column.& Box.… | ||
| scan0404 | List of vehicle components and systems with their associated part and drawing reference numbers, including handwritten annotations. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Cross Steering Tube LOP.GW.1565. Rear Axle.LOP.GW.1287 9 x 41 Ratio. ✓ Rear Brakes LOP.GW.1876. Rear Hub. LOP.GW.1877. Propeller Shaft LOP.GW.2190. Large Joints ok Rear Brake Equaliser… | ||
| scan0405 | Index of engine components and their associated reference numbers. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - Connecting Rods LOP.EW.1437. Cylinders LOP.EW.1379. Valves and Fittings LOP.EW.1427. Inlet Pipes.LOP.EW.1214. Camshaft and Bearings LOP.EW.1421. EB.3466 Camshaft. - BV. 112°. Carburetter… | ||
| scan0406 | List of vehicle components and systems with their corresponding reference numbers. | ||
| View original record | - 4 - Controls LOP.EW.1527. Exhaust Manifolds. EW.1026 Manifold. Fan LOP.EW.1519. GEAR BOX. Gearbox and Actuating Gear LOP.GW.1326. 1st and 3rd Motion Shaft LOP.GW.827. strengthened 1st motion shaft.… | ||
| scan0407 | List of various automotive components with their corresponding 'LOP' reference numbers. | ||
| View original record | - 5 - Distribution Board LOP.DW.1457. Lamps, Horns and Fittings LOP.DW.184. Cut-Out and Regulator Unit LOP.DW.392. Horn Switch LOP.DW.517. Battery Box.LOP.DW.155. Dynamo Suspension LOP.DW.243.… | ||
| scan0408 | Parts list for the Wraith Chassis 25.G.VII. | ||
| View original record | Wraith Chassis 25.G.VII. Frames and Fittings LOP.FW.1384. Front Apron.LOP.FW.737. Wing Stays.LOP.FW.746. Rear Road Springs.LOP.FW.1385. 1050 lbs. type Springs FW.1354. Steering Column.& Box.… | ||
| scan0409 | List of vehicle components and reference numbers, primarily for the Wraith III engine unit. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Cross Steering Tube LOP.GW.1665. Rear Axle.LOP.GW.1287 9 x 41 Ratio. Rear Brakes LOP.GW.1876. Rear Hub. LOP.GW.1877. Propeller Shaft LOP.GW.2190. Large joints. Rear Brake Equaliser LOP.GW.987.… | ||
| scan0410 | Index of engine component parts and their associated reference numbers. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - Connecting Rods LOP.EW.1437. Cylinders LOP.EW.1379. Valves and Fittings LOP.EW.1427. Inlet Pipes.LOP.EW.1214. Camshaft and Bearings LOP.EW.1421. EB.3466 Camshaft. PV. 112° Carburetter… | ||
| scan0411 | List of vehicle components and systems, including gearbox, electrical, and controls, with their associated reference numbers and annotations. | ||
| View original record | - 4 - Controls LOP.EW.1527. Exhaust Manifolds. EW.1026 Manifold. Fan LOP.EW.1519. GEAR BOX. Gearbox and Actuating Gear LOP.GW.1326. 1st and 3rd Motion Shaft LOP.GW.827. Strengthened 1st motion shaft.… | ||
| scan0412 | Index page listing various electrical components and their corresponding drawing or part numbers. | ||
| View original record | - 5 - Distribution Board LOP.DW.1457. Lamps, Horns and Fittings LOP.DW.184. Cut-Out and Regulator Unit LOP.DW.392. Horn Switch LOP.DW.517. Battery Box.LOP.DW.155. Dynamo Suspension LOP.DW.243.… | ||
| scan0413 | Importance of periodical adjustments for rationalised cars and requesting a parts list. | ||
| View original record | S204 1042. IFD.. TAS. CTS. RC. FJH Rgb. Wym. JRS. Clm. Col. Rm.2/JH.7.2.40. PERIODICAL ADJUSTMENTS ON RATIONALISED CARS. There are a certain number of adjustments which are necessary at stated… | ||
| scan0414 | Requirements for spot lamps and cigarette lighter handles on experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | 1042 +1204 To Rm/FD. from Rm. Rm.1/JH.7.2.40. EXPERIMENTAL CARS. This is to ensure that no Experimental car in the future is sent out for night work without a spot lamp being available. The spot lamp… | ||
| scan0415 | Disposition of the non-standard experimental car 25.G.VI and recommending the sale of car 28.G. | ||
| View original record | W/S. To Bs. from Rm. c. Hd/Sd. c. D/BP. 1042. Rm.3/MH.8.2.40. 25.G.VI - ex EXPERIMENTAL DEPT. 25.G.VI was the least standard of all our experimental Wraith cars. Its experimental features extended… | ||
| scan0416 | The condition and necessary modifications for various car components. | ||
| View original record | Rm/FD.4/MH.8.2.40. 25.G.VI. Frame. The frame is the original thin type .080" and on this body the scuttle has been cracked previously. Rear Axle. 9 x 41 ratio not standard, and has old type scrap axle… | ||
| scan0417 | Replacement of a Delco distributor and old-style floorboards. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/FD.4/MH.3.2.40. Distributor. This is a Delco and should be changed and returned to Experimental. Floorboards. These are old original type and require new ones fitting. Rm/FD. | ||
| scan0418 | The status and financial allowances for Experimental Cars. | ||
| View original record | Rm noted & no 5 answered Rm/FD. 1042? Rm/FD. Copy to HPS/CEP. G/GLB.1/JM.9.2.40 Your memo Rm/FD.5/JH.6.12.39 The following is our report on Experimental Cars: 1. The following cars, disposed of by… | ||
| scan0419 | Arranging the collection of car 28.G.6 upon delivery of a 7-seater limousine. | ||
| View original record | W/S. To Bs. from Rm/AA. c. Rm. c. Hd/Sd. c. D/BP. c. TB/AGR. 1042 Rm/AA.6/AP.13.2.40. Re. CHANGE-OVER OF CARS. With reference to Rm.3/MH.8.2.40., can you please let us know a few days before you… | ||
| scan0420 | Logistical arrangements for exchanging experimental vehicle 25-G-VI. | ||
| View original record | F. Dodd. 1042. Please deal with this Rm S/W. -> Rm. C__ to Hn/Ed. re- 25-G-VI - ex Experimental. Cx1/KW14.2.40. With reference to Rm.3/MH8.2.40, it is agreed that 25-G-VI, because of its very… | ||
| scan0421 | Telegram-style message about a collection being ready on a Saturday. | ||
| View original record | 10H2 RM/HH 15/2/40. COX ROLHEAD PICCY LONDON 28G6 READY TO COLLECT STOP EXCHANGE COULD BE MADE SATURDAY DODD ROYCER | ||
| scan0422 | Experimental chassis 28-G-VI, its non-standard engine features, and potential modification for sale. | ||
| View original record | F. Dodd 1042 file S/W. Rm. -> C. to Br. C. to Br. Please, let me have information 25-G-VI Experimental. Rm CmD/KW 20.2.40. Arising out of your Rm.3/MH8.2.40, we have, as you doubtless know, received… | ||
| scan0423 | List of chassis parts requiring inspection at 5,000-mile intervals. | ||
| View original record | 1042 + 1204 To Rm/FD. Rm/FJH.6/JH.21.2.40. INSPECTION OF CHASSIS. As our rationalised chassis have so many design features new to this company we consider that we should carry out periodical… | ||
| scan0424 | Non-standard features of an experimental car, chassis WXA.7. | ||
| View original record | W/S. CX. c. Bs. c. ER. c. HD/LS. Rm/FD.12/ML.24.2.40. re 28.G.6. Experimental. This car, being experimental, has one or two features fitted which were never standardised, but it approximates to A.… | ||
| scan0425 | Agreeing to the conversion of a car into a transport lorry and requesting the allocation of a new engine. | ||
| View original record | 1042 + 800 To Rm/CTS. Rm/FD.3/SW.13.3.40. 1 - B - 50. It has been agreed that this car will be converted into a transport lorry for use between Belper and the Works. The cast iron engine unit has… | ||
| scan0426 | Quarterly report on the status and development of experimental cars for the period ending March 1940. | ||
| View original record | 1042 To Hs/KW. Rm/FD.1/SW.30.3.40. Quarterly Report on Experimental Cars Ending 30th, March, 1940 -------------------------------- Bentley V. 7-B-V. 8-B-V. 9-B-V. 10-B-V. 11-B-V. 12-B-V. 14-B-V. These… | ||