Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Tests be made on a modern Buick clutch, based on a letter received from De Salamanca. | ||
| View original record | R.H. 235a (500 T) (S.D. 408. 25-4-17.) Bm. 2/156/13. To EH. from R c. to CJ. X.3317. 20th June 1918. R3/G20618. RE MODERN "BUICK'S" CLUTCH I attach herewith letter received from De Salamanca with… | ||
| scan0002 | Letter to Count Carlos de Salamanca regarding the modern Buick clutch and its potential application. | ||
| View original record | R1/G24618. 24th June 1918, 1320 (5 lines). Count Carlos de Salamanca, Ventura Rodriguez, 3. MADRID Dear M. de Salamanca, RE MODERN "BUICK'S" CLUTCH. Many thanks for your description of above, which is… | ||
| scan0003 | Letter discussing clutch performance, torsional vibration, and a proposal to test a Buick car. | ||
| View original record | Count Carlos de Salamanca. -2- R1/G24618. Contd. of clutch either dry, or lubricated, does not take up its load as sweetly as our standard fabric lined cone clutch, used for many years on our cars.… | ||
| scan0004 | Letter from C. de Salamanca in Madrid discussing the impressive performance of a modern Buick clutch. | ||
| View original record | VENTURA RODRIGUEZ, 3. Tel. 2796. MADRID. June 10th 1918. Dear Mr. Johnson, Re Modern "Buick"'s Clutch. I have been driving in short trips a modern six cylinders "Buick" car, which is a really good car… | ||
| scan0005 | From EH regarding the testing and evaluation of a Buick car's clutch, engine, and brakes. | ||
| View original record | To R. from EH. c. to CJ. c. to E. c. to EY. c. to Da. EH3/LG3.3.18. X. 3317 - RE "BUICK"CAR. Sometime ago Mr. Royce thought we should test a clutch on a Buick Car because of the excellent qualities… | ||
| scan0006 | Merits of purchasing competitor cars like the Buick, Marmon, and Delage for analysis. | ||
| View original record | To EH. from E. 7th. March. 1919. E6/G7.3.19. RE PURCHASING "BUICK" CAR. X.8317 Referring to our telegram regarding the purchase of a "Buick", Mr. Royce says that it will be remembered that it was… | ||
| scan0007 | Instruction sheet detailing valve timing and clearance for a Buick engine. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 6 (500 T) (SF 121. 28.10.18) MP 197597 ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. X3317 To Order No. Buick. Customer's No. Valve Timing .015 Clearance I.O. 13° P.T.D.C. E.O. 40° B.B.D.C. I.C. 25°… | ||
| scan0008 | Data table of 'Buick' valve contours, showing inlet and exhaust measurements against camshaft degrees. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. RR 6 (500 T) (SF 121. 28.10.18) MP 197597 X3317 To___________________________ Order No._________________ Customer's No._____________ "Buick" Valve Contours no… | ||
| scan0009 | Test and repair report for a Buick car, including weight, gear ratios, and performance data. | ||
| View original record | X3317 17.3.19. RE "BUICK" CAR. Weight Off-side front 6 cwt. 5 lbs. Rear 7 cwt. 25½ lbs. Near-side front 5 cwt. 21 lbs. rear 7 cwt. 15½ lbs. Total Weight ---- 1 ton 5 cwt. 2 qrs. 11 lbs. = 2,867 lbs.… | ||
| scan0010 | Specifications for back axle, valve timing, valve contours, and radiator weight. | ||
| View original record | -2- Back Axle - Helical Gears. Cantilever springs anchored at both ends - brackets supporting springs on axle tube have a limited movement. "U" type of torque tube suspension, with two diagonal stays… | ||
| scan0011 | Tabulated comparison of engine performance data for a Buick engine using different carburettors. | ||
| View original record | RE "BUICK" (CONTD). Headers: Eng. Revs., Dyn. Revs., Lbs., Wght., Carb., Wtr. Temp., HP., date. Test 1: Carb: Buick. Wtr. Temp: 75⁰ to 85⁰ Date: 1.5.19. HP sub-headers: 8.3, 8.7 Notes: (open exht)… | ||
| scan0012 | Continuation of performance test data for a Buick, showing speed versus water pressure under various conditions. | ||
| View original record | Re. "Buick" - contd. 16.5.19. | M.P.H. | ins. of water | |---|---|---| | 30 | 23½ | climbing at full throttle. | | 20 | 17 | climbing at full throttle with connection to induction pipes. | | 20 | 2 |… | ||
| scan0013 | Letter to The Delco Electric Co. requesting information on a single-unit electric system fitted to a Buick car. | ||
| View original record | X.3314 EFC8/T. 18th March 1919. The Delco Electric Co., 14, Panton Street, London, S.W.1. For the Attention of W.C. Kennington. Dear Sir, We have recently obtained possession of a "Buick" car which is… | ||
| scan0014 | The transfer of a Buick car's registration number. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 956 (50H) (S.B. 849, 20-3-18) G. 2139. X3317 18th March 1919. Hnll/JW18319 S/W Re Buick Car. ---- Kindly note we have not had the registration number of the above transferred to the Company so if… | ||
| scan0015 | Letter from Delco's UK representative requesting model numbers for a Buick car and its generator. | ||
| View original record | X.3317 WALTER H. JOHNSON. SOLE REPRESENTATIVE IN UNITED KINGDOM FOR The DAYTON ENGINEERING LABORATORIES Co., Delco. JONSOMOTE. LONDON. 3644 & 3645 REGENT. A B C CODE 5TH EDITION. YOUR REF. EFC8/T. OUR… | ||
| scan0016 | Registration of a second-hand Buick car obtained for experimental purposes. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. Lomas from EH. X3317 EH3/LG19.3.19. 19th. Mar. 1919. We wish to register a second-hand "Buick" Car which we have just obtained for experimental purposes and which will shortly be sent to Mr.… | ||
| scan0017 | Assessment of a newly acquired 1915 Buick car and a proposal to fit it with a different carburettor. | ||
| View original record | H H. 235a (500 T) (S.D. 408. 26-4-17.) Bm. 2/156/13. To R. from EH. c. to CJ. c. to E. c. to BY. c. to Da. X.3317. EH4/LG19.3.19. 19th March 1919. RE "BUICK" CAR. Mr. Cowan has obtained for us a… | ||
| scan0018 | Acquisition of a Buick car for comparison, noting it has the wrong type of clutch for the intended experiments. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (500 T) (S.D. 408. 26-4-17.) Bm. 2/156/13. C.O.P.Y R5/G.24/3/19. To EH from R. c. to CJ. ------------ X.3317 - RE "BUICK" CAR. -------------------------- Referring to the "Buick" car that… | ||
| scan0019 | Letter from the Dayton Engineering Laboratories Co. (Delco) enclosing a wiring diagram for Buick Car 'DELCO' Equipment. | ||
| View original record | X. 3314. WALTER H. JOHNSON. SOLE REPRESENTATIVE IN UNITED KINGDOM For The DAYTON ENGINEERING LABORATORIES Co., Delco. JONSOMOTE, LONDON 3644 & 3645 REGENT. A.B.C. CODE 5TH EDITION. YOUR REF. EFC5/T.… | ||
| scan0020 | Letter to The Delco Electric Co. providing the model and generator numbers for a Buick car. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (500 T) (S.D. 408. 26-4-17.) Bm. 2/156/13. X.3317 EFC5/T. 24th March 1919. The Delco Electric Co., 14, Panton Street, London S.W.1. Dear Sirs, In answer to your, ref: WCK:AEB., the model… | ||
| scan0021 | Wiring diagram for Buick Motor Company models D-44, D-45, D-46, and D-47. | ||
| View original record | X.3317 (2) BUICK MOTOR COMPANY—MODELS D-44-45-46-47 CIRCUIT BREAKER AMMETER 1 IS AMMETER STUD BRUSH SWITCHES OPERATED BY STARTING PEDAL F G SERIES FIELD STORAGE BATTERY MOTOR GENERATOR SHUNT FIELD… | ||
| scan0022 | Wiring diagram for Buick Motor Company Models D-34-35. | ||
| View original record | BUICK MOTOR COMPANY - MODELS D-34-35 D-11-12-10-41 94 or 115 Motor Generator 2138 Ignition Coil 1075 Combination Switch 12647 Motor Clutch TAIL LIGHT COWL LIGHT 7 AUX. LIGHTS HEAD LIGHTS STORAGE… | ||
| scan0023 | Electric system on a 'Buick' car and an attached photostat copy. | ||
| View original record | To EH. from EFC. EFC3/T2.4.19. X.3317 RE ELECTRIC SYSTEM ON "BUICK" CAR. Please find attached photostat copy of the Electric System of the above car. I would like to go over this system with you on… | ||
| scan0024 | Order for two Dunlop Grooved tyres and tubes for a Buick car. | ||
| View original record | to Mr. Mills O.O. from EH. EH2/LG7.4.19. 7th. April 1919. x3314. Will you please order for the "Buick" Car:- 2 Dunlop Grooved complete tyres and tubes 815 x 120/105 This is really a 815 x 105… | ||
| scan0025 | The particulars of a 'Buick' car for registration as an experimental vehicle. | ||
| View original record | Mr. Lomas. from EH. X 331/Y. EH1/LG7.4.19. 7th. April 1919. With reference to the "Buick" Car, the following are particulars. Bore 3.2" Stroke 4½". Number of cylinders - 6 R.A.C. rating 25HP. Type of… | ||
| scan0026 | Fitting a small 40/50 type R.R. Carburetter to a Buick car and the resulting performance improvements. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (500 T) (S.D. 408. 26-4-17.) Bm. 2/156/13. X.3314. EH1/LG16/4/19. To R .from EH. c. to CJ. c. to E. c. to Da. --------- X.3317. X.3481. 16th April 1919. RE "BUICK" CAR. We have fitted a… | ||
| scan0027 | Specific vehicle components and observed issues with the hubs, pivots, and steering. | ||
| View original record | -2- Contd- EH1/LG.16/4/19. 6. Central position for change speed and brake 7. Vacuum petrol feed. 8. Wheel base. 9. Weight of car. 10. Size of radiator. Like most American cars the front hubs and… | ||
| scan0028 | Returning an incorrect speedometer drive for a 'Buick' car and requesting a replacement. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. Mills O.O. from EH. [crossed out] X3314 EH2/LG23.4.19. 23rd. April 1919. You obtained for us the other day 1 Stewart Speedometer Drive for the "Buick" Car. We find that this is the wrong hand… | ||
| scan0029 | Advantages and potential issues of a vacuum feed system for petrol supply. | ||
| View original record | To R. from EH. c.c. to CJ. c.c. to E. c.c. to BY. c.c. to Da. X.3503 - RE VACUUM FEED FOR PETROL SUPPLY X.3317. We have been very favourably impressed by the Vacuum Feed on the "Buick" Car. One feels… | ||
| scan0030 | The improvements of the 'Auto Vac' system and its comparison to the current pressure system. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- EH1/LG24.4.19. to faulty designm since then, however, the Auto Vac has been improved considerably. The mechanism inside looks very cheap but except for the float it has not given the least… | ||
| scan0031 | Specification sheet for the lamps and electrical system on a Buick car. | ||
| View original record | R.S. 834a (100 T) (S. G. 643, 19-2-20) G 2618 X.3317. 2.5.19 EFC. X3317 LAMPS ON BUICK CAR. X.1357. Head. 2 bulbs in each head lamp. 1 small central electrode type bulb and 1 large ditto. Side. Two… | ||
| scan0032 | Order of various 6-volt lamps for a Buick car. | ||
| View original record | to O.O. from EFC. t. to Stores. EFC1/AT3.5.19. X.3317.-RE LAMPS FOR BUICK CAR. Will you kindly order up for the above car the following lamps all for 6 volt.- 4 - 21 c.p. 18 watt m.f. lamps with… | ||
| scan0033 | The particulars and specifications of a Buick car. | ||
| View original record | To R. from EH, c. to CJ. c. to Bn. c.to E. c.to Da. ------------ X.3317. RE "BUICK" CAR. X.3314. The following are a few particulars of the "Buick" Car. Further particulars will be sent on. The Car is… | ||
| scan0034 | Instruction sheet with a detailed drawing and specifications for a Buick piston. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 26 10M Bks.) (SE 591 13-3-18). M.P. 189358 X3317 ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. To: Mr Hives Order No.: Buick Customer's No.: c/s 7 1919 Piston Drawing dimensions: Top: 1/8" Side: 1 3/4", 3… | ||
| scan0035 | Instructions sheet detailing engine specifications: inlet pipe bore, inlet and exhaust port diameters, and engine stroke and bore dimensions. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 26 10M Bks.) (SE 591 13-3-18). M.P. 189358 ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. X3317 To: Mr Hives Order No.: Brief Customer's No.: Reference: W/57 1917 Bore of Inlet pipe 1 1/32" Dia of Inlet port… | ||
| scan0036 | Instructions sheet detailing the specifications for Buick overhead valves. | ||
| View original record | X3317 R.R. 26 10M Bks.) (SE 591 13-3-18). M.P. 189358 ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. To: Mr Hives Date: 20.6/17 1917 Order No. Customer's No. Buick overhead Valves Dia of valve stem .300" " " "… | ||
| scan0037 | Engine performance data (HP vs RPM), valve timing settings, and valve contour specifications. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 238A (500 T) (S.D. 408. 26-4-17.) Bm. 2/156/13. -2- EH2/LG.7/5/19. Revs. | H.P. | H.P. with open exhaust. ---|---|--- 500. | 8.3 | 8.7 750. | 12.7 | 13.6 1000 | 17.3 | 18.9 1200 | 20.6 | 21.8… | ||
| scan0038 | Tests conducted on 'BUICK' car brakes. | ||
| View original record | To R. from EH. c. to CJ. c. to Bn. c. to E. c. to Da RE TESTS ON "BUICK" CAR BRAKES X.3317. X.228 Attached herewith is blue-print which shews the arrangement of mechanism for the brakes. Both hand and… | ||
| scan0039 | Brake testing where prolonged use caused brake drums to become red hot and wooden wheel spokes to burn. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- EH/LG9.5.19. the brake was still effective and there was still ample range left on the lever. We ran another test by using the foot brake and hand brake alternately, keeping each brake on… | ||
| scan0040 | Confirming the receipt of various parts for experiments from multiple suppliers. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235 B (200 T) (S.F. 103. 25-10-18) G. 2244. X.38/Y. Mr Clark. from O.O. Wd/Dml/HP17519. 17th May.1919. Please note that we have received from Messrs Ormerod & Son. 4 Dust Cover Leathers G.4259… | ||
| scan0041 | Instructions and test results for a vacuum fuel system on a Buick. | ||
| View original record | X3317 R.R. 26 10M Bks.) (SE 591 13-3-18). M.P. 189358 ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. 1/1/191/ To: Mr Hives Order No. Buick Customer's No. Vacuum reservoir at vacuum of 3" will just allow petrol to… | ||
| scan0042 | Request for a Buick car to be sent, with specific instructions regarding its tyres and rims. | ||
| View original record | To EH. from R. c. to CJ c. to EN. copy R4/G20.5.19. X.3317 BE "BUICK" CAR. Would you kindly send the Buick as soon as convenient as I want the Calcott to go to London to be sold. Will you please see… | ||
| scan0043 | Short memo regarding the delivery of a Buick car with newly fitted tyres. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235 E(200 T) (S.F. 103 25.10.18) C 2241. X.3314. EHU/LG22.5.19. 22th. May 1919. We are sending the "Buick" Car down to you the first thing on Monday morning. Hancock will bring this car down and… | ||
| scan0044 | Copy of a telegram to Mr. Royce regarding a delayed Buick car. | ||
| View original record | X.331/7 COPY OF TELEGRAM SENT TO MR. ROYCE 26.5.19. ROYCE. BUICK CAR DELAYED WILL LEAVE HERE TOMORROW MORNING. HIVES: | ||
| scan0045 | Confirming the receipt of materials including electrical steel, white metal, bulbs and bearings from various suppliers. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235 B (500 T) (S.F. 103. 25-10-18) G. 2241. Furner. X.3314 Mr. Clark. from Order Office. Wd/Dnl/HP3619. 3rd June.1919. Please note that we have received from J. Sankey 1 sheet of 23 SWG of… | ||
| scan0046 | To the Order Office detailing the receipt of springs, bulbs, and worm wheels from various suppliers for experiments and orders. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235 B (200 T) (S.F. 103. 25-10-18) G. 2241. X 33/Y Mr Clark from Order Office. Wd/Dm3/P4619. 4th June.1919. Please note that we have received from Messrs. H.Terry & Sons. Redditch 26 Springs… | ||
| scan0047 | Pros and cons of adopting an earthed electrical wiring system, similar to a Buick, versus a complete insulated circuit. | ||
| View original record | To EFC. from R. c. to CJ. c. to BN. c. to EH. c. to BY. c. to DA. X.2778 X.3317 RE ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ETC. In looking over the Buick I find that the whole of the electrical connections are earthed… | ||
| scan0048 | Substituting earth connections with a double wiring system, particularly for ship work, due to high voltage and sea water exposure. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- R2/G9.6.19. voltage used is much higher, and the wiring and earth connections are so enormously complicated, and subject to sea water, that one would conceive that a double system of wiring… | ||
| scan0049 | Short memo to Mr. Hives regarding the completion of work on a Buick car. | ||
| View original record | X3317 S/W ( Mr. Hives.) C21/H11.6.19. Re Buick Car. ---------- I shall be glad if you will advise me when you expect to finish with this. C. [Stamp:] 12 JUN 1919 RECEIVED | ||
| scan0050 | Confirming that Mr. Royce has taken possession of a Buick car for evaluation. | ||
| View original record | To C. from EH. X.331Y EH2/LG12.6.19. 12th. June 1919. Re "Buick" Car. The "Buick" Car is now with Mr. Royce. We cannot say when he will be finished with this; we think it is very likely he will have… | ||
| scan0051 | Packard Bijur dynamo and issues with a Buick dynamo, a faulty battery, and engine starting dangers. | ||
| View original record | To EFC. from R. c.c. to CJ. c.c. to En. R1/C2.7.19. X.435. X.3231. X.3317 RE PACKARD BIJUR DYNAMO. The Bijur Dynamo for the Packard car has been despatched to-day per passenger train. Delay in… | ||
| scan0052 | Availability and dimensions of a suitable battery for a Buick car. | ||
| View original record | To R. from EFC. c. to CJ. EFC3/T23.7.19. RE BATTERY FOR BUICK CAR X.3314 In answer to your Rl/G2.7.19., we only have two 6-volt batteries, which are in use alternatively on the Packard Car, and will… | ||
| scan0053 | Telegram requesting a six-volt Exide battery for a Buick, referencing a previous communication. | ||
| View original record | West wittering. Roycar Derby. blank please send six volt exide battery for the Buick in suitable condition for travelling stop dimensions as flec 1109 Royce. CONFIRMATION. | ||
| scan0054 | Letter to The Chloride Elec: Storage Co. requesting a 6-volt battery with specific dimensions for Mr. Royce. | ||
| View original record | X.3314 1320. 6 lines. EFC4/T. 24th July, 1919. The Chloride Elec: Storage Co., Clifton Junction, Nr. Manchester. Dear Sirs, Re 6-volt Battery. We require at once, if possible, a 6-volt battery in a… | ||
| scan0055 | Design and safety features of an electric starter, ensuring it only operates when the car is in neutral. | ||
| View original record | To Bn. from R c. to CJ. c. to EH. c. to Da. c. to EFC. X.3317 R1/G23.7.19. RE ELECTRIC STARTER X.3082. X.2641. It is my impression that with an electric starter it is highly desirable that this shall… | ||
| scan0056 | Letter from a supplier regarding the specifications and availability of a 6-volt battery. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 285 A (100 'T') (S.F. 575. 16-4-19) G. 2354. X.607. X.3317. The Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd Clifton Junction, Nr. Manchester, WD/R. 25th July 1919. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale… | ||
| scan0057 | Confirming the dispatch of a suitable battery for a Buick car from the Chloride Co. | ||
| View original record | R.R 235 p (200 T) (S.F. 103, 25-10-18) G. 2244. To R. from EFC. c. to CJ. EFC1/AT25.7.19. X.3317.-RE BATTERY FOR BUICK CAR. In answer to your telegram we are having a suitable battery made up and… | ||
| scan0058 | Copy of a telegram sent to Chloride Elec: Storage Co Ltd approving a proposed battery. | ||
| View original record | X.3317. X.607. COPY OF TELEGRAM SENT TO 26.7.19. CHLORIDE ELEC: STORAGE CO LTD CLIFTON JUNCTION. BATTERY PROPOSED WILL ANSWER PURPOSE. PLEASE GO AHEAD. ROYCAR. | ||
| scan0059 | Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Co Ltd confirming an order for a 6-volt battery and BXE.5 cells. | ||
| View original record | X.607 X.3317. THE CHLORIDE ELECTRICAL STORAGE CO LTD CLIFTON JUNCTION, NR. MANCHESTER. WH/AP. 28th July 1919 Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, Derby. Dear Sirs, Your ref. EFC/T, With… | ||
| scan0060 | To Mr. Chatwin requesting a 'Buick' battery be sent to the Experimental Shed upon its arrival. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235 B (200 T (S.F. 673, 22-5-19) G. 2376. EFC1/T19.8.19. To Mr. Chatwin. from EFC. 6 RE "BUICK" BATTERY. X.331/ We attach copy of a portion of Mr. Elliott's note El/G9.8.19, As arranged in… | ||
| scan0061 | Extract of a memo regarding the examination of a failed 'Buick' battery. | ||
| View original record | COPY. Extract from - E1/G9.8.19. RE "BUICK" BATTERY. On the 8th instant we sent to Derby per passenger train the battery which we have taken from the "Buick" car. Would you kindly obtain possession of… | ||
| scan0062 | The failure of a 'Buick' battery and a suggestion for further testing before it is cut open. | ||
| View original record | To EFC. from E. c. to CJ. c. to Bn. c. to EH. c __________ X.3317 - RE "BUICK" BATTERY. On the 8th instant we sent to Derby per passenger train the battery which we have taken from the "Buick" car.… | ||
| scan0063 | Recommending Castrol lubricating oil to address piston knocks and discussing its cost-effectiveness and performance. | ||
| View original record | To EH. from R. Copy to CJ. " BN. X.1434. X. 2778. X. 3317. X3314 F9/G4/9/19. RE LUBRICATING OILS AND PISTON KNOCKS. As soon as we have agreed, I propose to circulate the Sales Dept. that we recommend… | ||
| scan0064 | The despatch of a Buick battery. | ||
| View original record | To EFC 674, From Bn. c. to Hs. Bn5/W8919. X.3317. RE BUICK BATTERY. Mr. Elliott informs me that the Buick Battery was despatched on the 8th. August as stated in his El/G9819. Further enquiries should… | ||
| scan0065 | EFC to Mr. Chatwin regarding the status of a Buick Battery. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. Chatwin from EFC. EFC5/AT8.9.19. X.3317.-BUICK BATTERY. With reference to our EFC1/T19819, we shall be glad to hear from you if this battery is yet in the Stores; we have confirmation of the… | ||
| scan0066 | To the Experimental Drawing Office confirming the receipt of a Buick Battery and its handover to Mr. Hives. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235 B (200 T) (S.F. 673. 22-5-19) G. 2376. Mr. Clarke, Experimental Drawing Office. CHAT8/WH/MT12.9.19. Re - X.3317 - Buick Battery. Further to our memo CHAT.1/WH/MTMT10.9.19 - we beg to inform… | ||
| scan0067 | Car for the London office and a proposal to swap their Buick for the old Tourist Trophy car. | ||
| View original record | R R 235 B (200 T) (S.F. 673. 22-5-19) G. 2376 To EH. from R. c. to CJ. c. to BN. RL/G18.9.19. RE CAR FOR LONDON OFFICE X.3317 The London office are wanting a car, and are asking for the Buick. The old… | ||
| scan0068 | The dismantling and analysis of a faulty 'Buick' battery. | ||
| View original record | To R. from EFC. c. to CJ. c. to E. EFC5/T25.9.19. X.3317. - RE "BUICK" BATTERY In accordance with your note E1/G9819, we have had pulled to pieces the "Buick" battery returned by you, after first… | ||
| scan0069 | The discharge capacity test of Buick cells, listing results for three individual cells. | ||
| View original record | X.3317 EFC. X.3317 DISCHARGE OF THE TWO BUICK CELLS. X.607 Both cells gave approx. the same capacity which was 19 amp. hours. These cells stood charged about a week before the test was started. We… | ||
| scan0070 | Request for a picture and information regarding the construction of a Buick steering box. | ||
| View original record | To SRN. from E. Copy to CJ. " " BN. " " EH. X 3317 RE "BUICK" STEERING BOX. E4/G15/10/19. Can you supply us with a picture shewing the construction of the Buick steering box ? I do not remember having… | ||
| scan0071 | Instructions regarding the repair and capacity testing of a No.1 Buick Cell. | ||
| View original record | RR 238 (300 Bks.) (SF 152. 6-11-18.) MP 197880 X.3314 ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. To: MᶜClark. Date: 24/10/19 Order No: — Customer's No: — Discharge of No.1 Buick Cell. This cell which gave no… | ||
| scan0072 | Testing, capacity, and failure analysis of a 'Buick' battery due to paste accumulation. | ||
| View original record | To R. from EFC. c. to CJ. c. to E. EFC3/T17.11.19. X.3317 - RE "BUICK" BATTERY Further to our EFC5/T25.9.19, the two end cells, before being taken to pieces, each gave approximately 19.5 ampere hours… | ||
| scan0073 | To Mr. Hives regarding the receipt of two dozen T.1 K.L.G. sparking plugs for Buick cars from Robinhood Engineering Co Ltd. | ||
| View original record | R.H. 235 B (200 T) (S.F. 673, 22-5-19) G. 2376. x 3317 Mr. Hives. Wd/AW2/W281119. 28th Nov. 1919. Buick Car Kindly note that we have received from the Robinhood Engineering Co Ltd., 2 dozen T.1 K.L.G.… | ||
| scan0074 | Letter to 'The Electrical Review' comparing coil versus magneto ignition, including a wiring diagram and operational description. | ||
| View original record | 740 THE ELECTRICAL REVIEW. [Vol. 85. No. 2,194, DECEMBER 12, 1919. COIL v. MAGNETO IGNITION. By A. C. BOOTH, M.I.E.E. I HAVE read with very much interest the article by Mr. C. Sylvester, A.M.I.E.E.,… | ||
| scan0075 | Page from 'The Electrical Review' journal discussing the economics of electricity supply versus gas and London wiremen's wage negotiations. | ||
| View original record | Vol. 85. No. 2,194. DECEMBER 12, 1919.] THE ELECTRICAL REVIEW. 739 advantage that was expected). Lord Moulton took the same view, and upon it as a text he based an attack upon the use of electricity… | ||
| scan0076 | Continuation of a discussion on the benefits of coil ignition and electric lighting compared to magneto ignition. | ||
| View original record | X.3317. Electrical Review 12.12.19. COIL v. MAGNETO IGNITION. Contd. trouble somewhere. There are no fuses to worry about. Although head lamps of 12 c.p. were pro- vided, I find that the side lamps of… | ||
| scan0077 | Request to order two new tubes for a Buick car, specifying the size and delivery requirements. | ||
| View original record | ELMSTEAD WEST WITTERING NR CHICHESTER 17-12-19 X3317 TO HS FROM E. X3317 re Buick. Would you kindly order 2 new tubes for the Buick in accordance with Mr Royce's wishes. The size marked on the covers… | ||
| scan0078 | Hand-drawn sketch with annotations for a valve assembly modification. | ||
| View original record | This dimension & also overall length of valve to be .025 shorter so that spring will remain as now, but rocker will come round a bit. We want some more adjustment here hence shorter valve stem reqd. | ||
| scan0079 | Failure of 'Buick' exhaust valves and a request for manufacturing replacements. | ||
| View original record | To Wor. from E. Copy to Hs. X. 3317 E3/G5.1.20. X.3317.- RE "BUICK" EXHAUST VALVES. On a recent run we had the misfortune to burn the "Buick" exhaust valves so that they no longer fitted their… | ||
| scan0080 | Confirming receipt of two tubes for a 'Buick' car, noting that they are to be charged to the firm. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235 B 20)T) (S.F. 674. 22-5 19) G. 2376. X.33/Y To Hs. from E. Copy to D. E1/G20.1.20. X.33/Y RE TUBES FOR "BUICK" CAR. With reference to your memo Hs1/LG12.1.20, would you kindly note that the… | ||
| scan0081 | Performance and testing of low tension contact points, comparing tungsten and platinum types. | ||
| View original record | X 3314 To EFC. from R. Copy to CJ. " " Hs. X.2894. RE LOW TENSION CONTACT POINTS. R5/G28.6.20. X.1815. X.3923b. X.3317. With reference to low tension contact points, we have replaced the tungsten ones… | ||
| scan0082 | The failure of a 'Buick' battery due to buckled plates and the subsequent repair. | ||
| View original record | To EFC. from E. Copy to CJ. " " Hs. X.3317. RE "BUICK" BATTERY. X.3317 X.607 E2/G22.7.20. The battery on the Buick recently failed in the same manner as the previous one, by running down very quickly,… | ||
| scan0083 | From E. to EFC detailing Mr. Royce's thoughts on battery assembly and sealing. | ||
| View original record | To EFC. from E. -2- E2/G22.7.20. Contd. Mr. Royce thought the construction and method of assembling and sealing the battery was quite good. The repair took very little time, and yet was quite sound… | ||
| scan0084 | Letter to a battery supplier regarding cell failures in a 'Buick' car and requesting confirmation of improvements. | ||
| View original record | X.3317 EFC1/T. X.3317 X.607 7th August, 1920. The Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd., Clifton Junction, Nr. Manchester. Dear Sirs, You will remember at the end of July or beginning of August last… | ||
| scan0085 | Clarifying the direction of buckled positive plates on a 'Buick' accumulator. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235B (50T) (S.G. 755, 24-3-20) G. 2650 To EFC. from R. Copy to CJ. " " Hs. X.3317 Attached 7.8.20 E1/G4.8.20. X.3317 X.607 RE "BUICK" ACCUMULATOR. Referring to my memo E2/G22.7.20, please note… | ||
| scan0086 | The failure of Exide accumulators, focusing on plate buckling, and proposing improvements for sealing. | ||
| View original record | P.R. 885A To EFG. [text crossed out] from R. Copy to CJ. X 3317 R3/G2.8.20. X.3317 X.604 RE ACCUMULATORS (EXIDE) With reference to the separators between the plates, we trust you have been able to get… | ||
| scan0087 | Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. regarding a battery failure and planned design modifications. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 199 (350T) (SD6/6 19-7-17) MP 180865 X.3317 COPY. THE CHLORIDE ELECTRICAL STORAGE CO. LTD., CLIFTON JUNCTION, NR. MANCHESTER. ECW/LB. 11th Aug. 1920. For attention of Mr. E. Fowler Clark. Messrs.… | ||
| scan0088 | Page 2 of a letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. comparing bolted and burned-up connections. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 199 (250T) (SD6/6 19-7-17) MP 180865 -2- Contd. we are by no means certain that the advantage of bolted connections can be compared with those of burned-up connections. Yours faithfully, THE… | ||
| scan0089 | Correspondence regarding failures and modifications of a Chloride 3 BXE 5 battery on a 'Buick' car. | ||
| View original record | X.3317. To R. from EFC. c. to CJ. c. to E. EFC2/T14.8.20. X.607 - CHLORIDE 3 BXE 5 BATTERY ON "BUICK" CAR. X3317 Reference your E3/C2.8.20, we attach copy of a letter received from the Chloride Co.,… | ||
| scan0090 | Letter discussing the issue of batteries running down on post-war cars and the inadequacy of the generator. | ||
| View original record | X.3317 Qy2/G - 23.10.20. Oct. 23. 1920. Mr. Claude Johnson, Managing Director. Rolls-Royce Ltd., London, England. Attention, Mr. Bailey. Dear Sirs;- Re: Running down of Batteries on Post War Cars.… | ||
| scan0091 | Letter from Rolls-Royce of America requesting information about generators to replace faulty Lucas units. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- Cy2/G - 23.10.20. We should like to hear from Mr. Bailey when Derby can send us generators which will obviate the difficulties experienced with the present Lucas. Very truly yours,… | ||
| scan0092 | Extract discussing two efficient methods for dimming headlights, either by series connection or by using auxiliary bulbs. | ||
| View original record | X3317 Extract from Oy5/G6.11.20. X.4291. Re Headlight Dimmers. X.1357. ------ -------------------- ------ X.1692. X.3317. The usual method of dimming headlights it to insert a resistance in the… | ||
| scan0093 | Internal extract regarding the logistics of moving cars purchased in America. | ||
| View original record | X3317 To R. from Hs. Extract from Hs10/LG23.bl.20. X.1692. RE CARS BOUGHT IN AMERICA. X.3317. We suggest that the driver who brings the Marmon Car to West Wittering can bring away the Buick and after… | ||
| scan0094 | Recommendation on whether to retain or dispose of various American cars under evaluation. | ||
| View original record | X3317 To Wor. from Hs. Hs9/LG23.11.20. X.1692. X.3317. RE AMERICAN CARS. I recommend that we should retain the Marmon and the Buick Cars. The Marmon Car has a push-rod engine very similar to the… | ||
| scan0095 | The servicing of a 'Buick' car and its readiness for collection to be returned to Derby. | ||
| View original record | X.3317 To HS. from E. E4/G11/12/20. RE "BUICK" CAR. The "Buick" car has been cleaned, oiled, and greased, and its equipment has been collected together in preparation for this chassis being returned… | ||
| scan0096 | Receipt and initial assessment of American cars for examination. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs/TMW. c. to CJ. c. to En. c. to E. c. to Da. X 3317 Hs/TMW1/1611.12.20. X.1692. X.4217. RE CARS RECEIVED FROM AMERICA. We had hoped to send the Marmon Car to Mr. Royce this week but… | ||
| scan0097 | The delivery of a new Buick car and the collection of an existing one from West Wittering. | ||
| View original record | X.3317 R.F.C. To E. from Hs/TMW. Hs/TMW3/LG13.12.20. X3317 RE "BUICK" CAR. With reference to your E4/C11.12.20. We are sending down the new Buick Car as soon as the weather permits when driver can… | ||
| scan0098 | Test report and specifications for a Buick Car. | ||
| View original record | X.3317 15.12.20 X 3317. Buick Car. Weight complete with 4-seater open touring body - hood windscreen, 1 spare wheel at back - full of oil and water. Buick Detachable rims, wood spokes with steel rim… | ||
| scan0099 | Specification and observation sheet for a Buick vehicle. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Buick - Contd. Engine Valve Timing. I.O. T.D.C. I.C. 50° P.B.D.C. E.O. 80° B.B.D.C. E.C. 10° P.T.D.C. } .002" clearance. Bore of Cylinder. 3.375" Stroke - 4.500" Valve Lift. Inlet .2845. Exhaust… | ||
| scan0100 | Attaching details of a Buick car located at West Wittering. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs/TMW. R.F.C. Hs/TMW5/LG16.12.20. X3317b RE "BUICK" CAR. We attach herewith a few details we have taken of the Buick Car which may be of interest to you while the Car is at West Wittering.… | ||
| scan0101 | Technical specifications and test results for a Buick car. | ||
| View original record | X.3317/6 16.12.20. RE "BUICK" CAR. Weight complete with - 4-seater open touring body - hood and windscreen. One spare wheel, petrol, oil and water included - Front 13 cwts. Rear 15 " 3 qrs. Total - 1… | ||
| scan0102 | Table of acceleration test data for a Buick car, continued from a previous document. | ||
| View original record | EFe X.3317 Buick Car - contd. Acceleration. M.P.H. at start. distance yds. secs. M.P.H. finish. 10 528.3 34.2 43 20 " 28.5 45 30 " 25.6 45 40 " 23 46 | ||
| scan0103 | Continued note on transmission backlash and the ignition switch on a Buick Car. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- Buick Car. Back Lash in transmission. 1.9" on circumference of road level. Note. The Ignition Switch also simultaneously switches on Starter Motor which revolves slowly. This has its… | ||
| scan0104 | The re-registration of a 'Buick' car at Wittering, involving the transfer of registration numbers. | ||
| View original record | To HS. from E. X3317 E3/G18/12/20. RE REGISTRATION OF "BUICK" CAR AT WITTERING. With reference to the above, would you kindly note that we have transferred the black numbers R.3290 on to the new… | ||
| scan0105 | Performance comparison report from a Ticknall Hill Test for various cars including Essex, Dodge, and Buick. | ||
| View original record | X3317 22.12.20. TICKNALL HILL TEST - DRIVER AND PASSENGER. 300 lbs. in rear - starting at 10 M.P.H. top gear. Condition of Tests - No wind - dry roads. X.4217. X.4213. X.3317. Lst. Time. M.P.H. 1st. 0… | ||
| scan0106 | Performance data table showing elapsed time versus speed in M.P.H for a 2nd Buick Car. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- Time. M.P.H. 2nd. 0 mins. 10 Buick ½ " 22 Car. 1 " 26 1 " 47 secs. 34 YY | ||
| scan0107 | The disposal of two Buick cars and one Packard car. | ||
| View original record | To WOR. from HS/TMW. X 3317 S.P.C. Hs/TMW3/LG7.1.21. X.3317 RE AMERICAN CARS. Further to letter from BJ. re the above and interview in your office. Mr. Royce sent back the Buick Car yesterday so that… | ||
| scan0108 | Requesting the cancellation of the registration for a Buick car that is to be sold. | ||
| View original record | X 3317 R.F.C. To D/L. from Hs/TMW. Hs/LG7.1.21. X.3317 RE "BUICK" CAR. Please note, that it has just been decided that the Buick Car, which we asked to be registered, should be sold. If not too late,… | ||
| scan0109 | Merits of separate versus combined starter and dynamo systems. | ||
| View original record | X3317 To CJ. from R. c. to BJ. c. to PNJ. c. to Hs. c. to EP. c. to Wor. c. to EFC. c. to R.R. of America Inc. (For the attention of CY.) X.4216. X.294. X.543. X.3317. S RE STARTING AND LIGHTING… | ||
| scan0110 | Requesting the cost of four American cars available for sale. | ||
| View original record | D. from Hs/TMW. x.3317 Hs/TMW2/LG14.1.21. (3) RE. SALE OF CARS FROM AMERICA. We have advised Sales Dept. that we have four American Cars for sale, namely:- X.3317 Buick 1921 model. X.4217 Essex.… | ||
| scan0111 | Internal memorandum discussing the sale, condition, and pricing of second-hand American cars. | ||
| View original record | To WOR. from Hs/TMW. X.3317 4 Hs/TMW1/LG26.1.21. SALE OF SECOND-HAND AMERICAN CARS. Attached herewith please find 6 Forms which we have filled in as far as possible for the information of Sales. The… | ||
| scan0112 | Sale of a 1920 6-cylinder Buick car at Conduit Street, with a price for a similar chassis. | ||
| View original record | W/S PN. from Hs. X.3317 Hs5/LG3.3.21. X.3317) RE. BUICK CAR. We sent to Conduit Street a 1920 6-cyl: Buick Car. It has been sent there for them to sell. If it has not been sold, we should be very… | ||
| scan0113 | Faults and dissatisfaction with a 15-HP Humber car with a Saloon Body. | ||
| View original record | X 3317. To R. and E. c. to CJ. c. to BN and BY. c. to Da and EP. HS4/LG3. 3. 21 X.1525 15-HP HUMBER CAR. X.3317 We are disappointed with the 15-HP Humber car fitted with a Saloon Body. It does not run… | ||
| scan0114 | Competitor small cars and their pricing, including Hillman, D.F.P., Buick, and Humber models. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 88A (100 T) (S.H. 798, 10-12-20) G. 2047 Contd. -2- Hs4/LG3.3.21. ---------- can be obtained. If we are going into the small-car business, we ought to know what other makers of cars are capable… | ||
| scan0115 | Horsepower curves of foreign cars, specifically Buick and Marmon, with plans for re-testing. | ||
| View original record | S.H. 181A (100 T) (S.H. 798, 10-12-20) G. 2947 X3317. ORIGINAL To R & E. from Hs. c. to BJ & CJ. c. to EWT. for R.R. Inc. Hsl/LG20.5.21. X1692 X3317 HORSE POWER CURVES OF FOREIGN CARS. Attached please… | ||
| scan0116 | Disposal and valuation of several American cars. | ||
| View original record | W/S x3317 To C. from Hs. x4212 x4213 x3317 RE. AMERICAN CARS. (c) Have you yet been able to dispose of the Buick Car? We still have the - Hupmobile. Dodge. 6-cylinder Buick (old). I believe we could… | ||
| scan0117 | Sale of several American cars, including a Dodge and two Buicks. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 950s. (20 T) (S.H. 326. 31-1-21). Bm. 2/6/15. x3317 S/W. Hs. x3317 X.4213re Cx16/WM/26.5.21 AMERICAN CARS. (Your memo HS2/LG24.5.21). I do not think we can do better than accept the best offer we… | ||
| scan0118 | Requesting the order number used to book the time and expenses for the delivery of a Buick car to London. | ||
| View original record | X3317 Mr. Hives. D/L/TB12/MC27.5.21. Re. Delivery of Buick Car to London (905832) Will you please inform us to what Order No. the man, who delivered the above car to Sales, booked his time and… | ||
| scan0119 | Query regarding the calculation method for mean effective pressure in horse power curves of foreign cars. | ||
| View original record | X.3317 To Hs. from E. E6/G31.5.21. X.1692 X.3317 RE HORSE POWER CURVES OF FOREIGN CARS. Referring to your report hs1/LG20.5.21, Mr. Royce would like to know if the curves of mean pressure give… | ||
| scan0120 | Comparing the dynamometer horsepower and Mean Effective Pressure (M.E.P.) of foreign cars with the 40/50 chassis. | ||
| View original record | x3317 To E. from Hs. Hs1/LG3. 6. 21. x1692 x3317 HORSE POWER CURVES OF FOREIGN CARS. The M.E.P. given for Foreign cars is taken from the horse power obtained on the dynamometer. It includes the losses… | ||
| scan0121 | Clarifying the terminology for recording horsepower from different dynamometers. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from R. c. to CJ. X.1692 X.3317 X3317 R1/C9.6.21. RE HORSE POWER RECORDS. With reference to your memo Hs1/LG3.6.21, the confusion has been that they are both dynamometers, one R.W. dynamometer… | ||
| scan0122 | Follow-up request regarding the availability of hood clips for a Buick car. | ||
| View original record | X.3317 S/W. Hs. Bk15/CM5.7.21. RE:- BUICK CAR. Will you kindly advise us by return if you have the hood clips for this Car. We wrote you a short time ago asking this question, but cannot trace a reply… | ||
| scan0123 | The unavailability of hood clips for a 'Buick' Car at the Derby facility. | ||
| View original record | X3317 W/S BK. from Hs. "BUICK" CAR. Hs3/LG8.7.21. We have no hood clips at Derby belonging to the Buick Car. We do not remember ever having seen them. Hs. | ||
| scan0124 | Sale and disposal of a 5.EX Landaulet body, Buick and Packard cars, and an experimental chassis from Hoopers. | ||
| View original record | S/W Hs. X3317 C5/C21.9.21. X.3706 RE LANDAULET BODY FOR 5.EX CAR X.3317. X.180 Hs4/LG16.9.21. X.435. We will endeavour to sell the 5.EX Landaulet body as we note you will not require it for the… | ||
| scan0125 | Goshawk 11 engine undershield, half time wheelcase, and spring drive conversion. | ||
| View original record | X.3317 To BY. from R. c. to CJ. c. to Wor. c. to Hs. c. to Da. R9/G12.10.21. X.3317 X.4272 - RE GOSHAWK 11. X.4222 X.4233 X.4244 With reference to the undershield for the engine, Mr. Stent is at… | ||
| scan0126 | Letter regarding the disposal of a Packard car and an offer for a Buick car. | ||
| View original record | C. from Hs. X3317 X3317 X435 We are sending the Packard Car to London tomorrow for you to dispose of. It should arrive at Conduit Street between 12 and 1-o-clock. With reference to the old Buick Car,… | ||
| scan0127 | The compression ratio and engine detonation of the 'ESSEX' car. | ||
| View original record | X3317 To R. from E. c. to Hs. E1/G19.10.21. X.3317 - RE "ESSEX" CAR. The compression ratio of the Essex engine is 4.95 to 1. The engine readily detonates although clean. E. [Watermark text: COMMON… | ||
| scan0128 | Attaching particulars for a Packard 12-cylinder car, a Buick car, and an Experimental Car (2.EX). | ||
| View original record | X3317 Sn. from Hs. Hs2/LG29.10.21. X435 (crossed out) X3317 X3743. For your information we attach herewith particulars of the following cars:- Packard 12-cylinder.Car. Buick Car. 2.EX - Experimental… | ||
| scan0129 | Specification sheet detailing the particulars of a Buick car. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 238A (100 T) (S.H. 798, 10-12-20) G. 2947 PARTICULARS OF BUICK CAR. Engine No........... Model D-X-45. Chassis No.......... Serial No. 65026. Horse power......... 16/20 No. of cylinders.... 6… | ||
| scan0130 | Record of the total mileage for a new 'Buick' vehicle. | ||
| View original record | X3317 Total mileage of 'Buick' (new) 862 miles. Hs/LG. | ||
| scan0131 | Return of a Buick car to General Motors. | ||
| View original record | X3317 S/W. Hs. CWB14/GM/14.3.28. Re: BUICK CAR. When returning the Buick car you now have, to Messrs. General Motors, the Official in charge of the car is Mr. Fred Wright of General Motors Ltd., to… | ||
| scan0132 | Thank you letter to General Motors for the loan of a Buick car. | ||
| View original record | X3317 Hs1/LG. 16th. Mat. 1928. Mr. F. Wright, General Motors Ltd. Dear Mr. Wright, We wish to thank you for your kindness in loaning to us the Buick car. We have found it a very interesting and… | ||
| scan0133 | Receipt from General Motors Limited for a Buick Saloon Car. | ||
| View original record | X3317 TELEPHONES: COLINDALE 6222-9. " 6294-7. TELEGRAMS & CABLES: GENMOTEXPO, HYDE, LONDON. CODES: BENTLEYS-PRIVATE. GENERAL MOTORS LIMITED EDGWARE ROAD, THE HYDE, LONDON, N.W.9. THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR… | ||
| scan0134 | Technical review and impression of the Buick Light Six car, detailing its engine, steering, suspension, and brakes. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs/Rm. c.c. to BJ. Wor. c.c. to DA. E. c.c. to OY. CWB. X3317 Hs/Fm4/LG19.3.28. BUICK LIGHT SIX. (X5771) CWB. has obtained one of these cars for us for a week, through the courtesy of… | ||
| scan0135 | Performance review of a Buick and a 20 HP Sunbeam, including notes on rubber engine mounting. | ||
| View original record | contd :- -2- RUBBER ENGINE MOUNTING. Part of the engine smoothness may be attributed to the rubber engine mounting, a sketch of which we attach. This is of the simplest form, the rear engine feet… | ||
| scan0136 | Comparative table of specifications between a 20 HP car and a Buick. | ||
| View original record | DESCRIPTION OF DETAIL. 20 HP. RR. BUICK. Bore and stroke. 3 X 4 1/2 | 3 1/8 X 4 1/2 Displacement. 3132 | 3400 Average max. B.HP. 54 | 63 Compression ratio. 4.6 | 4.7 - 4.8 Car weight, closed Sedan. 33… | ||
| scan0137 | List of specifications and particulars for a Buick Car, including measurements, weights, and gear ratios. | ||
| View original record | Ha/AJL/LGZ1.3.28. BUICK CAR. During the short time in which this car was at our disposal, we have taken the following particulars. Type 28-27S. Serial number 136280. Eng.No. 2024730. Bore 3.125"… | ||
| scan0138 | Specifications for inner and outer valve springs, total spring load, and turning circles. | ||
| View original record | contd :- -2- Inner springs. Outside dia. .8750 Inside dia. .625". Dia. of wire .125". Free length 1.850". Length : valve closed = 1.675" Length : valve open = 1.365". Load : valve closed = 17 lbs.… | ||
| scan0139 | Performance comparison of Goshawk and Buick vehicles on various hill climbs. | ||
| View original record | contd :- -3- The figures given for the Goshawk are average figures for a 31 cwt. chassis :- BUICK. GOSHAWK. M.P.H. M.P.H. Stanton Hill - start. 10 10 finish. 23.5 19 Ticknall Hill- start. 10 10… | ||
| scan0140 | Drawing of a steel cradle and rubber bush for an engine bearer arm. | ||
| View original record | RUBBER BUSH ENGINE BEARER ARM CRADLE RIGIDLY ATTACHED TO THE FRAME .700 2.85" .450 A .450 RUBBER BUSH 1.40" 3.75" STEEL CRADLE 1.80" PROJECTED AREA OF RUBBER SUPPORTING FOOT 5.25 Sq. INS. | ||
| scan0141 | Performance comparison graph showing acceleration in top gear between a Buick Light Six and a 20 HP car. | ||
| View original record | BUICK LIGHT SIX V 20 H.P. TOP GEAR CAR SPEED (M.P.H.) TIME (SECS) Buick 20HP 31cwt RR AJL | ||
| scan0142 | Road performance report for a Buick car, detailing its steering, springing, and engine performance. | ||
| View original record | X3317 Hs/AJL/LG22.3.28. BUICK CAR. X3178 X5771 ROAD PERFORMANCE. STEERING. The steering is very low geared, 3 turns of the wheel are required to turn from one full lock to the other. It is also spongy… | ||
| scan0143 | Performance comparison document between a Goshawk and a Buick vehicle, including hill climb data and engine analysis. | ||
| View original record | contd :- -2- The figures given for the Goshawk are average figures for a 31 cwts. chassis. BUICK. GOSHAWK. Stanton Hill. Start. 10 m.p.h. 10 m.p.h. Finish. 23.5 m.p.h. 19 m.p.h. Ticknall Hill. Start.… | ||
| scan0144 | Vehicle evaluation report detailing performance issues like vibration, fuel consumption, braking, and control layout. | ||
| View original record | contd :- -3- The engine mounting is 3-point with rubber rear mounting, the front mounting being similar to ours in effect. There is a bad vibration on top gear at 50 m.p.h. upwards, this is not… | ||
| scan0145 | Performance comparison graph showing acceleration in top gear between a Buick Light Six and a 20 HP Rolls-Royce. | ||
| View original record | BUICK LIGHT SIX V 20 H.P. TOP GEAR CAR SPEED (M.P.H) TIME (SECS) BUICK 20HP 31cwt RR AJL | ||
| scan0146 | Letter regarding a loaned 20 HP Buick and a request for feedback on its Harmonic Balancer. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Hs. †3317. CWB6/GM/27.3.28. Re: 20 H.P. Buick. I have had a letter from Mr. W.W. Constantine, 111, Grosvenor Road, S.W.1. through whose kindness the Buick car was loaned to us, saying - "I shall… | ||
| scan0147 | Report on a Buick car and querying a rattle observed from its damper. | ||
| View original record | To CWB. from Hs/Rm. +3317 Hs/Rml/LG28.3.28. BUICK CAR. With reference to your CWB6/GM27.3.28. You have already had a copy of our report on this car. We thought that you would probably like to pass on… | ||
| scan0148 | Letter requesting a short account of a 23 HP Buick examination. | ||
| View original record | X.3317 15 Conduit Street W.1. Thursday 12th Apl 1928. Dear Hives I heard from Evernden that you recently had a 23 H.P. Buick at the works for examination, if this was so I was wondering if you would… | ||
| scan0149 | Comparative note on the performance of a Buick, a Chrysler, and an Austin motorcar. | ||
| View original record | W/S. +3317 Hs3/LG16.4.28. Dear Henderson, With reference to your note of the 12th.inst. We had a Buick 23 HP. car the other day for test. The Buick is a very practical motorcar - the riding and the… | ||
| scan0150 | Letter from the American Chief Engineer to Derby, England, highlighting features of the 1931 Buick. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. 83317 [STAMP: POST OFFICE DERBY 15 APR 1931 RECEIVED] [STAMP: RECEIVED 15 APR 1931] HS Btn-3 April 6, 1931. Mr. E. W. Hives, Rolls Royce, Ltd., Derby,… | ||
| scan0151 | Trial run of a Buick car fitted with a synchro-mesh gearbox, recommending its acquisition for study. | ||
| View original record | X3317. To R. From Hs. c. to Sg. Wor. c. to E. Da. c. to Hy. Hs.3/MJ.21.4.31. EASY CHANGE GEAR. X.523. X.3317. Yesterday we had a trial run on a Buick car fitted with a synchro mesh device between the… | ||
| scan0152 | 'Easy Change Gear', recommending a trial of a Buick with a synchro-mesh gearbox and considering alternatives. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. From Hs. c. to Wor. c. to Ph. X3317. Hs.1/MJ.22.4.31. X.523. X.3317. EASY CHANGE GEAR. We strongly recommend that you try a Buick car with a synchro mesh gearbox. Undoubtedly one of the first… | ||
| scan0153 | Crankcase breather design and the problem of oil fumes, comparing a Buick to a Rolls-Royce car. | ||
| View original record | Y3317 To E. From Hs/Rm. HS/Rm.11/KT.22.4.31. We have recently tried one of the latest 6 cylinder Buick cars. The synchronous mesh gear fitted to this car worked remarkably well. An interesting feature… | ||
| scan0154 | Test run of a new Buick car, focusing on its synchro-mesh gearbox and straight-eight engine. | ||
| View original record | Hs...from PN. Copy to Sg. [Strikethrough] 83317. PN.2/WT25.4.31. Sg. and I were able to take a run yesterday in a new Buick car, treasury rating 26 h.p. - straight eight - price complete, Saloon,… | ||
| scan0155 | Advantages of a synchromesh gearbox after road testing it on a Buick. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Sg. re Easy Change Gear sg13/E27.4.31. Copy to Wor. Hs. You will have received a note from PN saying that he and I tried a Buick car last Friday with syncro mesh gearbox. So far as concerns… | ||
| scan0156 | An attached Buick service book with information on its gearbox and features. | ||
| View original record | 83317. To R. From Hs. Hs.5/MJ.4.5.31. Attached herewith is a Buick service book which gives a lot of interesting information on the Buick gear-box, and also the general features of the Buick car… | ||
| scan0157 | Letter from Buick Motor Company to Mr. W. A. Robotham regarding specifications for the Series '40' car. | ||
| View original record | <331> BUICK MOTOR COMPANY DIVISION OF GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION FLINT, MICHIGAN VALVE-IN-HEAD Buick STRAIGHT EIGHT May 21, 1934 Mr. W. A. Robotham, Asst. Exper. Engineer, Rolls-Royce, Ltd.,… | ||
| scan0158 | Specification sheet for the 1934 Buick Series 40 S.U.P. export models and standard equipment. | ||
| View original record | GENERAL MOTORS EXPORT GENERAL SALES DEPARTMENT SERVICE DIVISION Buick 1934 BUICK SERIES 40 S.U.P. SPECIFICATIONS General Motors Export reserves the right to make changes in specifications and… | ||
| scan0159 | Specification sheet for the 1934 Buick Series 40 S.U.P. vehicle. | ||
| View original record | Page 2 1934 BUICK SERIES 40 S.U.P. SPECIFICATIONS CONDENSED SPECIFICATIONS Wheelbase 117" ( 2.972 m. ) Number of Cylinders 8 Bore 3-3/32" ( 78.58 m/m. ) Stroke 3-7/8" ( 98.42 m/m. ) Piston… | ||
| scan0160 | Specifications and important features for the 1934 Buick Series 40 S.U.P., page 3. | ||
| View original record | 1934 BUICK SERIES 40 S.U.P. SPECIFICATIONS Page 3 IMPORTANT FEATURES (CONT'D.) ENGINE Valve-in-Head -- Straight Eight. Bore -- 3-3/32". Stroke -- 3-7/8". Displacement -- 233 cu. ins. N.A.C.C. Rating… | ||
| scan0161 | Page 4 of the specifications for the 1934 Buick Series 40 S.U.P. | ||
| View original record | Page 4 1934 BUICK SERIES 40 S.U.P. SPECIFICATIONS IMPORTANT FEATURES (CONT'D.) BODY Improved Fisher No-draft Ventilation with Rain Deflectors. Instrument Panel--Front of Driver. Large Package… | ||
| scan0162 | Specifications for the 1934 Buick Series 40 S.U.P. engine, fuel system, and exhaust system. | ||
| View original record | Page 6 1934 BUICK SERIES 40 S.U.P. SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE (CONT'D.) CAMSHAFT—FRONT END DRIVE—VALVES CAMSHAFT – Drop-forged carbon steel, cams integral, journals and cams case-hardened and ground. Five… | ||
| scan0163 | Detailed specifications for the 1934 Buick Series 40 S.U.P. engine. | ||
| View original record | 1934 BUICK SERIES 40 S.U.P. SPECIFICATIONS Page 5 DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE ENGINE - Straight eight, overhead valve design, unit power plant type, five-point suspension, two supports at the front… | ||
| scan0164 | Specifications for the 1934 Buick Series 40 S.U.P., covering the engine's exhaust, cooling, and lubrication systems. | ||
| View original record | 1934 BUICK SERIES 40 S.U.P. SPECIFICATIONS Page 7 ENGINE (CONT'D.) EXHAUST SYSTEM (CONT'D.) MANIFOLD (CONT'D.) the manifold. The center exhaust outlet pipe passes straight down through the engine side… | ||
| scan0165 | Page 8 of specifications for a 1954 Buick Series 40 S.U.P., covering engine and electrical components. | ||
| View original record | Page 8 1954 BUICK SERIES 40 S.U.P. SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE (CONT'D.) LUBRICATION (CONT'D.) CRANKCASE VENTILATOR (CONT'D.) valve lifter compartment by the rotation of the crankshaft and forced out… | ||
| scan0166 | Specifications for the 1934 Buick Series 40 S.U.P., detailing electrical units and the clutch/transmission. | ||
| View original record | 1934 BUICK SERIES 40 S.U.P. SPECIFICATIONS Page 9 ENGINE (CONT'D.) ELECTRICAL UNITS (CONT'D.) IGNITION SWITCH -Combination ignition switch and steering lock, integral with steering post bracket.… | ||
| scan0167 | Specifications for the 1934 Buick Series 40 S.U.P., detailing the clutch, transmission, frame, and suspension. | ||
| View original record | Page 10 1934 BUICK SERIES 40 S.U.P. SPECIFICATIONS CLUTCH AND TRANSMISSION (CONT'D.) TRANSMISSION - Constant Mesh Helical first, second and reverse speed gears, giving quiet operation in all speeds.… | ||
| scan0168 | 1934 Buick Series 40 S.U.P. specifications for frame, springs, shock absorbers, and running gear. | ||
| View original record | 1934 BUICK SERIES 40 S.U.P. SPECIFICATIONS Page 11 FRAME, SPRINGS AND SHOCK ABSORBERS (CONT'D.) INDEPENDENT FRONT WHEEL SUSPENSION (CONT'D.) front wheel, therefore, can move up and down to conform to… | ||
| scan0169 | Specifications for the 1934 Buick Series 40 S.U.P. covering the running gear and brakes. | ||
| View original record | Page 12 1934 BUICK SERIES 40 S.U.P. SPECIFICATIONS RUNNING GEAR (CONT'D.) REAR AXLE - Semi-floating, with pressed steel banjo-type housing. Spiral bevel ring gear and pinion, adjustable by means of… | ||
| scan0170 | Specifications for the 1934 Buick Series 40 S.U.P., covering brakes, steering, and body. | ||
| View original record | 1934 BUICK SERIES 40 S.U.P. SPECIFICATIONS Page 13 BRAKES (CONT'D.) HAND - Internal expanding front and rear, using same shoes as foot brakes. Lever mounted on transmission case and located… | ||
| scan0171 | Specifications list for the 1934 Buick Series 40 S.U.P. model. | ||
| View original record | Page 14 1934 BUICK SERIES 40 S.U.P. SPECIFICATIONS TOOLS - ALL MODELS Tool Bag Machinist Hammer Screw Driver Adjustable Combination Pliers Adjustable Wrench Spark Plug Wrench Demountable Wheel Wrench… | ||
| scan0172 | 1934 Buick Series 40 S.U.P. specifications for the equipment list, covering the rear deck compartment and accessories. | ||
| View original record | Page 15 1934 BUICK SERIES 40 S.U.P. SPECIFICATIONS EQUIPMENT LIST (CONT'D.) REAR DECK COMPARTMENT Cover Top Hinged with Handle and Lock—Model 46. Cover Bottom Hinged with Handle and Lock—Model 46-S.… | ||
| scan0173 | Specifications for the 1934 Buick Series 40 S.U.P. for export markets. | ||
| View original record | GENERAL MOTORS EXPORT GENERAL SALES DEPARTMENT SERVICE DIVISION Buick 1934 BUICK SERIES 40 S.U.P. SPECIFICATIONS General Motors Export reserves the right to make changes in specifications and… | ||
| scan0174 | Specification sheet for the 1934 Buick Series 40 S.U.P. vehicle. | ||
| View original record | Page 2 1934 BUICK SERIES 40 S.U.P. SPECIFICATIONS CONDENSED SPECIFICATIONS Wheelbase 117" ( 2.972 m. ) Number of Cylinders 8 Bore 3-3/32" ( 78.58 m/m.) Stroke 3-7/8" ( 98.42 m/m.) Piston Displacement… | ||
| scan0175 | Specifications for the 1934 Buick Series 40 S.U.P. model, covering the engine, electrical, and chassis units. | ||
| View original record | 1934 BUICK SERIES 40 S.U.P. SPECIFICATIONS Page 3 IMPORTANT FEATURES (CONT'D.) ENGINE Valve-in-Head -- Straight Eight. Bore -- 3-3/32". Stroke -- 3-7/8". Displacement -- 233 cu. ins. N.A.C.C. Rating… | ||
| scan0176 | Specification sheet for the 1934 Buick Series 40 S.U.P., detailing features and equipment. | ||
| View original record | Page 4 1934 BUICK SERIES 40 S.U.P. SPECIFICATIONS IMPORTANT FEATURES (CONT'D.) BODY Improved Fisher No-draft Ventilation with Rain Deflectors. Instrument Panel--Front of Driver. Large Package… | ||
| scan0177 | Detailed specifications for the 1934 Buick Series 40 S.U.P. engine. | ||
| View original record | 1934 BUICK SERIES 40 S.U.P. SPECIFICATIONS Page 5 DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE ENGINE - Straight eight, overhead valve design, unit power plant type, five-point suspension, two supports at the front… | ||
| scan0178 | Page 7 of the specifications for the 1934 Buick Series 40 S.U.P. model. | ||
| View original record | 1934 BUICK SERIES 40 S.U.P. SPECIFICATIONS Page 7 ENGINE (CONT'D.) EXHAUST SYSTEM (CONT'D.) MANIFOLD (CONT'D.) the manifold. The center exhaust outlet pipe passes straight down through the engine side… | ||
| scan0179 | Specifications for the 1934 Buick Series 40 S.U.P., detailing the engine, lubrication, and electrical systems. | ||
| View original record | Page 8 1934 BUICK SERIES 40 S.U.P. SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE (CONT'D.) LUBRICATION (CONT'D.) CRANKCASE VENTILATOR (CONT'D.) valve lifter compartment by the rotation of the crankshaft and forced out… | ||
| scan0180 | Specifications for the 1934 Buick Series 40 S.U.P., covering electrical units, clutch, and transmission. | ||
| View original record | 1934 BUICK SERIES 40 S.U.P. SPECIFICATIONS Page 9 ENGINE (CONT'D.) ELECTRICAL UNITS (CONT'D.) IGNITION SWITCH -Combination ignition switch and steering lock, integral with steering post bracket.… | ||
| scan0181 | Specifications for the 1934 Buick Series 40 S.U.P. covering the clutch, transmission, and suspension. | ||
| View original record | Page 10 1934 BUICK SERIES 40 S.U.P. SPECIFICATIONS CLUTCH AND TRANSMISSION (CONT'D.) TRANSMISSION - Constant Mesh Helical first, second and reverse speed gears, giving quiet operation in all speeds.… | ||
| scan0182 | Specifications for the 1934 Buick Series 40 S.U.P. focusing on frame, springs, suspension, and running gear. | ||
| View original record | 1934 BUICK SERIES 40 S.U.P. SPECIFICATIONS Page 11 FRAME, SPRINGS AND SHOCK ABSORBERS (CONT'D.) INDEPENDENT FRONT WHEEL SUSPENSION (CONT'D.) front wheel, therefore, can move up and down to conform to… | ||
| scan0183 | Specifications for the 1934 Buick Series 40 S.U.P., detailing the running gear, wheels, and brakes. | ||
| View original record | Page 12 1934 BUICK SERIES 40 S.U.P. SPECIFICATIONS RUNNING GEAR (CONT'D.) REAR AXLE - Semi-floating, with pressed steel banjo-type housing. Spiral bevel ring gear and pinion, adjustable by means of… | ||
| scan0184 | Specifications for the 1934 Buick Series 40 S.U.P., detailing brakes, steering, chassis, and body. | ||
| View original record | 1934 BUICK SERIES 40 S.U.P. SPECIFICATIONS Page 13 BRAKES (CONT'D.) HAND - Internal expanding front and rear, using same shoes as foot brakes. Lever mounted on transmission case and located… | ||
| scan0185 | Specifications for the 1934 Buick Series 40 S.U.P. | ||
| View original record | Page 14 1934 BUICK SERIES 40 S.U.P. SPECIFICATIONS TOOLS - ALL MODELS Tool Bag Machinist Hammer Screw Driver Adjustable Combination Pliers Adjustable Wrench Spark Plug Wrench Demountable Wheel Wrench… | ||
| scan0186 | Specifications for the 1934 Buick Series 40 S.U.P., detailing the equipment list and accessories. | ||
| View original record | 1934 BUICK SERIES 40 S.U.P. SPECIFICATIONS Page 15 EQUIPMENT LIST (CONT'D.) REAR DECK COMPARTMENT Cover Top Hinged with Handle and Lock—Model 46. Cover Bottom Hinged with Handle and Lock—Model 46-S.… | ||
| scan0187 | Arranging to borrow a Buick car for a day to investigate its steering. | ||
| View original record | X 3317. To Wor. From Hs. Hs.2/MJ.6.6.31 We are anxious to borrow a Buick car to investigate one or two points on the steering. I believe I should have no difficulty in getting one for a day from Mr.… | ||
| scan0188 | Summarizing the results of vehicle comparison tests at Brooklands. | ||
| View original record | SG. FROM R. X3317 R2/M24.6.31. C. to WOR. HS. C. to E. DA. re. TESTS AT BROOKLANDS. X.788 X.3317 X.5770 These showed the great importance of weight and windage by the very small difference between the… | ||
| scan0189 | Technical memo detailing the examination and road test of a 27 HP Buick 8-Cylinder car. | ||
| View original record | X3317 To R. from Hs/Gry. c. Sg. c. WOR. E. c. Da. Ev. Hs/Gry.1/AD4.9.31. 27 HP. BUICK 8-CYLINDER. We have recently had an opportunity of trying one of these cars which had done 11,000 miles and also… | ||
| scan0190 | Stepped crankshaft bearings on a new Buick model. | ||
| View original record | To E. > 3317 Hs/Rn.5/KW.29.5.34. You will observe in the specification of the new Buick in the May number of "Automotive Industries" that this car has stepped crankshaft bearings. We are trying to… | ||
| scan0191 | Letter to Buick thanking them for new car specifications and expressing intent to purchase. | ||
| View original record | X3317 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.17/KW. 31st May, 1934. C. Chayne, Esq., The Buick Motor Co., Flint, Michigan, U.S.A. Dear Mr. Chayne, Thank you very much for the specification of the new Buick contained in… | ||
| scan0192 | Potential purchase and evaluation of a new Buick '40' series car. | ||
| View original record | W/S - Lp: X 3317 Hs/Rn.14/KW.15.6.34. I wanted to buy one of the new Buick series '40' cars. These are 233 cu.ins. displacement, 8 cylinders. In America the 5-passenger, 4-door Sedan sells for 895… | ||
| scan0193 | Private memo concerning the export availability of the Series '40' Buick 8 cylinder car. | ||
| View original record | s/W. Rm (Private) x3317 Lp5/LAM.18.6.34. To Rm. from Lp. Re your Series '40' Buick 8 cylinder car, I am informed by General Motors Export that they do not expect to receive any of these cars before… | ||
| scan0194 | Letter to Lendrum & Hartman Ltd. regarding an enquiry to purchase a series '40' Buick car. | ||
| View original record | x3317 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm. S/KW. 4th July, 1934. Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman Ltd., Buick House, 26, Albemarle Street, LONDON, W.1. For attention of Mr. Eric Hartman. Dear Sirs, We understand from Mr. Cox… | ||
| scan0195 | Page 2 of a letter declining to purchase a car due to long delivery times and expressing appreciation for past courtesies. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Rm.8/KW.4.7.34. We have not decided to buy one of these cars because we have never even had an opportunity to try one yet, and now that deliveries are so long deferred it is probable that we… | ||
| scan0196 | Customer's car order status and correspondence with Lendrum & Hartman Ltd. | ||
| View original record | S/W (Rm). Cx2/ES.6.7.34. I attach herewith letter and enclosures received today from Captain Hartman of Lendrum & Hartman Ltd, which I am merely passing on for your information. Whilst it would appear… | ||
| scan0197 | Letter from car concessionaire Lendrum & Hartman Ltd regarding the supply of a Buick 47 Sedan. | ||
| View original record | LENDRUM & HARTMAN LTD SOLE CONCESSIONAIRES GREAT BRITAIN & IRELAND TELEPHONE REGENT 2771 (6Lines) TELEGRAMS BUICKGEN PICCY LONDON DIRECTORS CAPT. F. W. HARTMAN C. H. CULROSS H. E. BERENSTEIN CADILLAC… | ||
| scan0198 | Letter from Lendrum & Hartman Ltd. regarding a car re-purchase agreement and pricing. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., 5th July, 1934. the understanding it is not for sale. When you have finished with the car we will re-purchase it from you. We regret it is quite impossible for us to give… | ||
| scan0199 | Letter from General Motors Export Company regarding a Buick car order for a Rolls-Royce engineer. | ||
| View original record | COPY. GENERAL MOTORS EXPORT COMPANY June 18th, 1934. Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman Ltd., 26 B & C Albemarle St., London, W.1. England. Gentlemen: We are attaching copy of an order placed with the Buick… | ||
| scan0200 | Letter from General Motors Export Company concerning a Buick order for a Rolls Royce Experimental Engineer. | ||
| View original record | COPY. GENERAL MOTORS EXPORT COMPANY June 18th, 1934. Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman Ltd., 26 B & C Albemarle St., London, W.1. England. Gentlemen: We are attaching copy of an order placed with the Buick… | ||
| scan0201 | Letter to Lendrum & Hartman Ltd. regarding a confusing vehicle order and chassis reservation placed by Mr. Olley. | ||
| View original record | +3317 Exptl. Dept. HS/Rm.3/KW. 7th July, 1934. Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman Ltd., Buick House, Albemarle Street, LONDON, W.1. For attention of Mr. Eric Hartman. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of… | ||
| scan0202 | Letter addressing a confusing state of affairs with Mr. Olley regarding the potential purchase of a Buick. | ||
| View original record | -2- I have written to Mr. Olley and told him the situation. I should like again to point out that we are under a very great obligation to you for all your goodwill in the past, and are sorry such a… | ||
| scan0203 | Letter to Cadillac about postponing a Buick order due to ongoing evaluations of other vehicles. | ||
| View original record | Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.4/KW. 7th July, 1934. M. Olley, Esq., The Cadillac Motor Car Co., Detroit, Michigan, U.S.A. Dear Oy., I cabled you yesterday - "POSTPONE ORDER FOR BUICK WRITING". After your cable… | ||
| scan0204 | Letter discussing the potential purchase of a car for personal use, mentioning competitor models like Buick and La Salle. | ||
| View original record | -2- HS/Rm.4/KW.7.7.34. (2) I do not want to buy the car for my own use until I have had a run and got an idea of what the body is like. I naturally thought there would be some demonstration cars… | ||
| scan0205 | Night letter cablegram to postpone an order for a Buick. | ||
| View original record | NIGHT LETTER CABLEGRAM. 7-7-34 OLLEY, CADILLAC MOTORCAR COMPANY, DETROIT, MICHIGAN, U.S.A. POSTPONE ORDER FOR BUICK WRITING. ROBOTHAM | ||
| scan0206 | Letter to Lendrum & Hartman Ltd. concerning a confusing car order placed in America by Mr. Olley. | ||
| View original record | Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.3/KW. 7th July, 1934. Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman Ltd., Buick House, Albemarle Street, LONDON, W.1. For attention of Mr. Eric Hartman. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of the 5th… | ||
| scan0207 | Page 2 of a letter discussing a confusing situation with Mr. Olley regarding the potential purchase of a Buick. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Rm.3/KW.7.7.34. I have written to Mr. Olley and told him the situation. I should like again to point out that we are under a very great obligation to you for all your goodwill in the past, and… | ||
| scan0208 | Letter from Lendrum & Hartman Ltd regarding the acquisition and potential sale of three special sample car models. | ||
| View original record | LENDRUM & HARTMAN LTD SOLE CONCESSIONAIRES GREAT BRITAIN & IRELAND TELEPHONE REGENT 2771 (6 Lines) TELEGRAMS BUICKGEN PICCY . LONDON ... DIRECTORS CAPT. F. W. HARTMAN C. H. CULROSS H. E. BERENSTEIN… | ||
| scan0209 | Returning correspondence and attaching copies of letters to Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman and Mr. Olley. | ||
| View original record | W/S - Cx. X3317 Hs/Rm.11/KW.12.7.34. Replying to your Cx2/ES.6.7.34. We return herewith your correspondence from Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman, and also attach copies of our letters to Messrs. Lendrum &… | ||
| scan0210 | Short memo returning correspondence from Messrs. Lendrum and Hartman. | ||
| View original record | W/S - Cx. V33/7 Hs/Rm.1/KW.13.7.34. Replying to your Cx2/ES.6.7.34. Further to our conversation, we return herewith your correspondence from Messrs. Lendrum and Hartman. Hs/Rm. | ||
| scan0211 | Letter to Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman Ltd. concerning the unexpected early arrival of three Buick cars and requesting a trial. | ||
| View original record | L3317 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.11/KW. 13th July, 1934. Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman Ltd., Buick House, Albemarle Street, LONDON, W.1. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of July 10th. We are surprised to hear… | ||
| scan0212 | Correspondence about a Buick car involving Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman and G.M. Export. | ||
| View original record | X3317 To Wor: Hs/Rm.14/KW.16.7.34. Buick Car. Attached is the correspondence relative to the Buick to which Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman are referring. The position is that from the 19th April when I… | ||
| scan0213 | Letter from Lendrum & Hartman Ltd discussing an order status, offering alternative models, and inquiring about a Cadillac car. | ||
| View original record | 43317 LENDRUM & HARTMAN LTD SOLE CONCESSIONAIRES GREAT BRITAIN & IRELAND TELEPHONE REGENT 2771 (6Lines) TELEGRAMS BUICKGEN PICCY LONDON DIRECTORS CAPT. F. W. HARTMAN C.H.CULROSS H.E.BERENSTEIN… | ||
| scan0214 | Copy of a letter from General Motors Export Co. regarding a Buick car order for Mr. Robotham, an experimental engineer. | ||
| View original record | Copy of letter received from General Motors Export Co., New York. 5th July, 1934. Lendrum & Hartman, Ltd., 26b & c Albemarle Street, London, W.1. England. Gentlemen, We wish to acknowledge your cable… | ||
| scan0215 | Acquiring a Buick car and fostering a relationship with the supplier, Messrs Lendrum & Hartman Ltd. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Rm. from Wor. Wory/T18.7.34. Buick Car. Many thanks for the correspondence in connection with this matter (Hs/Rm14/KW16734). The great point that stands out, I think, is to make friends with Messrs… | ||
| scan0216 | Letter to Lendrum & Hartman Ltd. concerning the trial of a Cadillac 16 and postponing an order for a Buick. | ||
| View original record | x3317 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.5/KW. 25th July, 1934. Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman Ltd., Buick House, Albemarle Street, LONDON, W.1. For the attention of Capt. F.W.Hartman. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your… | ||
| scan0217 | Page two of a letter regarding a Buick test run and clearing up outstanding correspondence. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Rm.5/KW.25.7.34. Should it be possible for the run on the Buick to be fixed up on Friday, the Writer would be pleased to clear up any outstanding points in connection with the correspondence… | ||
| scan0218 | Cable from America about a Buick car for Robotham and arranging a test drive. | ||
| View original record | S/W. To Hs/Rm. from Sg. +3317 Sg5/D26.7.34. Re: The Buick. I confirm conversation on the telephone to the effect that Lendrum & Hartman write to say that they have received a cable from America… | ||
| scan0219 | Letter to Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman arranging a trial for a Series 40 Buick. | ||
| View original record | *3317 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.1/KW. 27th July, 1934. Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman, Buick House, Albemarle Street, LONDON. W.1. Dear Sirs, Re Trial of Series 40 Buick. Further to our telephone conversation, it… | ||
| scan0220 | Letter from car concessionaires Lendrum & Hartman Ltd. arranging a meeting to demonstrate a Buick 40 Series model. | ||
| View original record | LENDRUM & HARTMAN LTD SOLE CONCESSIONAIRES GREAT BRITAIN & IRELAND TELEPHONE RECENT 2771 (6 Lines) TELEGRAMS BUICKGEN PICCY . LONDON DIRECTORS CAPT. F. W. HARTMAN C. H. CULROSS H. E. BENENSTEIN… | ||
| scan0221 | Arranging a trial run on a Buick. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. X3317 Hs/Rm.4/KW.30.7.34. Trial Run on Buick: We could not fix up to try the Buick last week. We have, however, arranged to pick it up at Bignall's corner at 11.30 a.m. on Wednesday next. We… | ||
| scan0222 | Arrangement of a trial run on a Buick vehicle. | ||
| View original record | X3317 S/W. To Hs/Rm. from Sg. Sg3/D31.7.34. Re: Trial Run on Buick. With reference to Hs/Rm.4/KW.30.7.34, I find that my other appointments won't allow me to be at Bignall's Corner at 11.30 a.m.… | ||
| scan0223 | Letter to Lendrum & Hartman Ltd. expressing disappointment with the suspension of a series '40' Buick after a test drive. | ||
| View original record | 43317 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.15/KW. 2nd August, 1934. Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman Ltd., Buick House, Albemarle Street, LONDON, W.1. Dear Sirs, We thank you for the opportunity of trying the series '40'… | ||
| scan0224 | Letter from Lendrum & Hartman Ltd concerning a 40 Series Buick and a 16-cylinder Cadillac. | ||
| View original record | LENDRUM & HARTMAN LTD SOLE CONCESSIONAIRES GREAT BRITAIN & IRELAND TELEPHONE REGENT 2771 (6 Lines) TELEGRAMS BUICKGEN PICCY . LONDON DIRECTORS CAPT. F. W. HARTMAN C. H. CULROSS H. E. BERENSTEIN… | ||
| scan0225 | Letter to Lendrum & Hartman Ltd. regarding the improved rear seat riding of a Buick and the availability of a Cadillac 16 for testing. | ||
| View original record | X3317 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.4/KW. 28th August, 1934. Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman Ltd., Buick House, Albemarle Street, LONDON, W.1. For the attention of Mr. Berenstein. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your… | ||
| scan0226 | Following up on the purchase of a specific type of Buick. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from Sg. Copy to Wor.E. Rm re Buick. Sg2/E30.10.34 Referring to E.9/HP.29.10.34 and the last paragraph re Buick, this is just to remind you that I am waiting to hear as to the actual type of… | ||
| scan0227 | Road test of a new Series 40 Buick and arranging further tests for suspension and carburation. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. from Hs/Rm. c. to Wor. c. to E. X 3317 Hs/Rm.5/KW.1.11.34. Re Buick. Replying to Sg.2/E.30.10.we. We did about 150 miles on the latest Series 40 Buick last week-end. This car had just arrived… | ||
| scan0228 | Letter to Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman Ltd. requesting a demonstration of a Series 50 Buick for potential purchase. | ||
| View original record | X33/7 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.6/KW. 1st November, 1934. Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman Ltd., Buick House, Albemarle St., LONDON, W.1. Dear Sirs, You will recollect that some time ago you gave us a demonstration… | ||
| scan0229 | Awaiting further information regarding the purchase of a Buick car. | ||
| View original record | Rm 43317 To Rm. from Sg. Copy to Wor.E. re Buick Car. Sg10/E2.11.34 Thanks for Hs/Rm.5/KW/1.11.34. I have noted with interest all you say and await further information regarding the actual car which… | ||
| scan0230 | Letter from Lendrum & Hartman Ltd regarding a trial of a Series Buick car. | ||
| View original record | LENDRUM & HARTMAN LTD SOLE CONCESSIONAIRES GREAT BRITAIN & IRELAND TELEPHONE RECENT 2771 (6Lines) TELEGRAMS BUICKGEN PICCY . LONDON DIRECTORS CAPT. F. W. HARTMAN C. H. CULROSS H. E. BERENSTEIN… | ||
| scan0231 | Letter to Lendrum & Hartman Ltd. regarding the trial of Buick Series 50 and 60 cars. | ||
| View original record | L3317 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.8/KW. 6th November, 1934. Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman Ltd., Buick House, Albemarle Street, London, W.1. For the attention of Mr. Cuthbert. Dear Sirs, Referring to Capt.… | ||
| scan0232 | Letter from Lendrum & Hartman Ltd arranging for a 50 Series Buick to be delivered for trial, and advising that a 60 Series is currently unavailable. | ||
| View original record | 43317 LENDRUM & HARTMAN LTD SOLE CONCESSIONAIRES GREAT BRITAIN & IRELAND TELEPHONE REGENT 2771 (6Lines) TELEGRAMS BUICKGEN PICCY . LONDON DIRECTORS CAPT. F. W. HARTMAN C. H. CULROSS H. E. BERENSTEIN… | ||
| scan0233 | Letter to Lendrum & Hartman Ltd. comparing Buick Series 40 and 50 cars and inquiring about a five-passenger sedan. | ||
| View original record | +3317 Hs/Rm.4/MA. 9th November, 1934. Messrs.Lendrum & Hartman Ltd., Buick House, Albemarle Street, London. W.1. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter reference ETC/MH. of the 7th instant. We tried… | ||
| scan0234 | Letter from Lendrum & Hartman Ltd offering a 40 Series Buick for sale with a dealer discount. | ||
| View original record | LENDRUM & HARTMAN LTD SOLE CONCESSIONAIRES GREAT BRITAIN & IRELAND TELEPHONE REGENT 3771 (6 Lines) TELEGRAMS BUICKGEN PICCY . LONDON DIRECTORS CAPT. F. W. HARTMAN C. H. CULROSS H. E. BERENSTEIN… | ||
| scan0235 | Recommending the purchase of a Buick Series 40 car over a Series 50. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. c. to Wor. c. to E. X3377 Hs/Rm.5/KW.13.11.34. Purchase of Buick Car. We tried a series 50 Buick last week. As far as we could make out, this car has no advantages over the series 40 for our… | ||
| scan0236 | Purchase and delivery of a Series 40 Buick car. | ||
| View original record | +3317 To Hs. from Sg. Copy to W.E.F. Purchase of Buick Car. Sg2/E15.11.34 I am in receipt of Hs/Bm.5/KW.13.11.34. We have been in touch with Messrs. Lendrum and Hartman and have ordered a Series 40… | ||
| scan0237 | The purchase of a Buick Series 40 car. | ||
| View original record | x3317 S/W. Hs/Rm. Purchase of Buick Car. Cx2/KW 20.11.34. Herewith letter from Lendrum & Hartman dated 16th instant about the Buick Series 40. If you have any comments or instructions for us other… | ||
| scan0238 | Letter from a Buick concessionaire discussing the 40 Series model, its upcoming improvements, and import limitations for the British market. | ||
| View original record | LENDRUM & HARTMAN LTD SOLE CONCESSIONAIRES GREAT BRITAIN & IRELAND TELEPHONE REGENT 2771 (6Lines) TELEGRAMS BUICKGEN PICCY LONDON DIRECTORS: CAPT. F. W. HARTMAN C. H. CULPOSS H. E. BERENSTEIN MC… | ||
| scan0239 | Letter to Major L. W. Cox confirming car specifications, colour options, and pricing. | ||
| View original record | Major L. W. Cox. 16th November, 1934. I confirm that the car is colour Green and is a 4-door Sedan. As an alternative we can offer you a 5-passenger 2-door Touring Sedan with built-in trunk, colour… | ||
| scan0240 | Lost correspondence concerning the purchase of a Buick car. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Sg. Purchase of Buick Car. Sg17/E22.11.34 I enclose copy of memo. sent to W. on the 15th inst. as I understand from you that the original memo. never arrived there. Sg. Enc. Copy of… | ||
| scan0241 | Purchasing a Buick car to examine its induction system for the Wraith design. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. from Hs/Rm. (X3317) Hs/Rm.7/KW.24.11.34. Purchase of Buick Car. There is a detail in connection with the series 40 Buick induction system in connection with which E. is particularly anxious to… | ||
| scan0242 | Letter to Buick requesting information on their Series 40 model. | ||
| View original record | X3317 Exptl. Dept. HS/Rm.S/KW. 26th November, 1934. C. Chayne Esq., The Buick Motor Car Co., Flint, Michigan, U.S.A. Dear Mr. Chayne, We are just about to take delivery of our Series 40 Buick, and I… | ||
| scan0243 | Page 2 of a letter with technical queries about exhaust flap valves and flywheel flutter. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Rm.8/KW.26.11.34. (7) Do you have any trouble with the flap valves in your exhaust pipes for by-passing heat to the hot spot ? What material do you use for this valve and what is the material… | ||
| scan0244 | The delivery and trial of a Buick Car. | ||
| View original record | GRY <3317 To Hs/Rm. from Sg. re Buick Car. Sg1/E26.11.34 We obtained delivery of this car at the end of last week. So far Cx. is the only one who has tried it but, in view of what you say, I am asking… | ||
| scan0245 | Returning a faulty Buick car due to slow running and unsatisfactory carburation. | ||
| View original record | x3317 To Sg. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm.1/KW.29.11.34. Buick Car. Replying to Sg.1/E.26.11.34. We propose to return this car to London on Friday next, the 30th inst. We should like the car to go to Messrs.… | ||
| scan0246 | Short test report on a 31 HP Buick, detailing engine performance, induction system issues, and steering characteristics. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. +3317 Hs/FD.1/KW.28.11.34. 31 HP. Buick. Owing to the fact that this car was required for inspection of the induction system, the test run was therefore short. Below are a few performance… | ||
| scan0247 | Road test report on a vehicle's springing, braking, handling, and noise characteristics, including weight measurements. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.1/KW.28.11.34. The front springing is very good, no maximum bump was felt during the test, the whole of the front of the car is quite steady. These are the car's best features. The rear… | ||
| scan0248 | Design drawings and details of the Buick Series 40 front independent suspension. | ||
| View original record | 614 BUICK FILE X33/7 Drawings Reveal Design Details SECTION A-A SECTION B-B The several views above show the front independent springing of the new Buick Series 40. Changes from the original design of… | ||
| scan0249 | Article from 'Automotive Industries' analyzing the relationship between car weight and price from 1928 to 1934. | ||
| View original record | 613 by P. M. Heldt Engineering Editor, Automotive Industries Prices of Cars of the Same Weight Have Been Decreased Drastically Since 1928 Weight | 1928 | 1930 | 1932 | 1934 ---|---|---|---|--- 2,100 |… | ||
| scan0250 | Assembly drawings of the New Buick Series 40 Line engine. | ||
| View original record | 615 of the New Buick Series 40 Line Assembly drawings of Buick Series 40 engine. The longitudinal view shows the chain drive for the camshaft, while the cross sections show the connecting-rod head… | ||
| scan0251 | Article detailing a transverse leaf spring suspension design developed by the Leaf Spring Institute. | ||
| View original record | 616 Leaf Spring Institute Designs Transverse spring construction said to reduce both total and unsprung weights DETAILS of an independent springing design developed co-operatively by the Leaf Spring… | ||
| scan0252 | Request to order a complete Buick hot-spot heat control assembly for a 34-50 Series Car from Lendrum & Hartman Ltd. | ||
| View original record | x3317 To Roy. Hs/Std.9/KW.30.11.34. Will you please order from Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman Ltd., Old Oak Lane, Willesden, London N.W.10, the complete Buick hot-spot heat control assembly for their 34-50… | ||
| scan0253 | The steering ratio of a Buick compared to the company's standard cars. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. from Sg. Copy to Wor.E. re Buick. Sg18/E3.12.34 I should be interested to know what the steering ratio is as compared with our standard. It is extraordinarily free from kick of any sort but… | ||
| scan0254 | The steering ratio of a Buick car and a request to acquire it. | ||
| View original record | 43317 To Sg. from Hs/Rm. c. to Wor. c. to E. Hs/Rm. 7/KW.5.12.34. Buick Car. Sg.18/E.3.12.34. The steering ratio on this car is given as 16 to 1. Our own car is between 12 & 13 to 1. We are still… | ||
| scan0255 | Work to reproduce the Spectre Induction System and improve slow running on the 20/25 engine. | ||
| View original record | To E. from Hs/Rm. c. to W.Or. c. to Hy. X 3317 Hs/Rm.6/KW.4.12.34. Spectre Slow Running. Attached is a report on work we have so far carried out on the 20/25 engine fitted with a Bentley head to… | ||
| scan0256 | Blueprint comparing the engine timing diagrams for Buick and Bentley. | ||
| View original record | BUICK TIMING. IO 13½ EC 43½ IC 66 EO 68½ .008 CLCE. BENTLEY TIMING. IO 10½ EC 13½ 59½ IC 56½ EO .008 CLCE. | ||
| scan0257 | Spectre Carburation tests carried out on a six-cylinder 20/25 HP engine, comparing different induction systems. | ||
| View original record | To E. from Hs/CTS. c. to Wor. c. to By. Hs/CTS.7/KW.4.12.34. Spectre Carburation. Tests have been carried out on a six cylinder engine to determine the relative values of individual arrangements of… | ||
| scan0258 | Results of three tests on various induction pipe configurations. | ||
| View original record | -2- Induction Pipes. Test No. 1. 1.375 bore pipe, balanced (no centre restriction) with 2 Spectre Carburetters placed in the corresponding positions of the Spectre arrangement between cylinders 1 & 2… | ||
| scan0259 | Tests 4 and 5 detailing modifications to induction pipes and carburettors and their performance results. | ||
| View original record | -3- Test No. 4. Induction pipes and carbs. as Test No. 3, but with carbs. placed 5.0" further away from pipe by extensions, water heated along their entire length. Result. Definite improvement, but… | ||
| scan0260 | Tests to improve slow running by adjusting camshaft overlap, tappet clearance and induction systems. | ||
| View original record | -4- Camshaft. From the tests so far it is evident that camshaft overlap is playing the major part in destroying slow running. Tests were carried out to determine the minimum tappet clearance at which… | ||
| scan0261 | Test No. 6 detailing modifications to induction pipes and carburetters, with results and conclusions. | ||
| View original record | -5- Test No. 6. Lec.4222 With reference to E/Ltd.3/HP.26.11.34. Induction pipe as Test No. 3. Special adaptors fitted between carburetters and induction pipe, these being arranged so that the slope… | ||
| scan0262 | Modifications to an existing induction pipe, showing 6 new branch pipes for the inlet ports. | ||
| View original record | MODS. TO EXISTING INDUCTION PIPE Ex. 13262-9 6 NEW BRANCH PIPES TO THE INLET PORTS REPLACING EXISTING ONES. INDN. PIPE Hs.1640 SEE ALSO Ex 16451. 17° 2.400 RAD. 1.375 DIA 1.025 RAD 1.250 1.650… | ||
| scan0263 | Slow running performance improvements using camshaft Hs.1536 with Cadillac tappets, detailing timing specifications. | ||
| View original record | X 3317 To E. from Hs/Rm. c.c. to Wor. c.c. to By. Hs/Rm.2/KW.5.12.34. Further to our report on slow running. The engine on the test bed with the camshaft Hs.1536 running with Cadillac tappets shows a… | ||
| scan0264 | Testing and evaluation of a Buick car, noting its weight, speedometer inaccuracy, and price. | ||
| View original record | X331/7 To Hs. from Sg. Copy to Wor.E. re Buick Car. Sg12/E5.12.34 We have finished with this in London and I have given instructions for it to be sent up to you. I had it weighed and the running… | ||
| scan0265 | Providing the timing specifications for a Series 40 Buick engine. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. Copy to F. [Handwritten Note: x 3317 Rm] E/PSN.3/MN.5/12/34. Series 40 Buick Timing. With reference to your note Hs/Rm.6/KW.4/12/34 on Spectre slow running, the timing of the series 40 Buick… | ||
| scan0266 | Request for a missing Buick Series 40 instruction book. | ||
| View original record | W/S - C. from Hs/Rm. X3317 Hs/Rm.10/KW.14.12.34. Buick Series 40 Instruction Book. When we received the Buick we did not find an Instruction Book on the car. Will you please let us have this as it is… | ||
| scan0267 | Note confirming the enclosure of an Instruction Book and Oiling Chart for a Buick car. | ||
| View original record | S/W Hs. X3317 C15/C18.12.34 I enclose herewith Instruction Book and Oiling Chart in respect of the Buick car. C. | ||
| scan0268 | Preliminary report on a 1934 Buick Car Model 47X. | ||
| View original record | +331/7 94.875 To E. from Hs/Wym. c. to Wor. c. to Hy. Hs/Wym.4/KW.20.12.34. Preliminary Report on 31 H.P. Buick Car BLA-548, 1934 Model 47X, Style No.34059. ------------------- General Information.… | ||
| scan0269 | Performance test results and engine specifications for a vehicle. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Wym.4/KW.20.12.34. Performance Tests. Ticknall Hill. Start 1st Gate Finish Time 10 m.p.h. 37 m.p.h. 67 m.p.h. 54.4 secs. Acceleration tests on Shardlow Road - Average of 6 runs (3 in and 3 out)… | ||
| scan0270 | Vehicle performance and noise assessment report, page 3. | ||
| View original record | -3- Slow running very good at 4 m.p.h., and not affected when suction windscreen wipers working - idling fairly good. Starting up from cold very good. Occasional misfire picking up. Induction roar -… | ||
| scan0271 | Road test report on a vehicle's steering, springing, body, brakes, and overall performance. | ||
| View original record | -4- Hs/Wym.4/KW.20.12.34. Steering. Light and generally good. No kicks on steering wheel, fairly selective, a little spongy, worst feature is inclination to over-steer when taking bends or corners… | ||
| scan0272 | Requesting an update on the weighing of Buick and Terraplane experimental car bodies. | ||
| View original record | Rm To Rm. from Sg. Experimental Cars. Sg7/E21.12.34 You will remember that in your Hs/Rm.1/KW.1.12.34 and my Sg15/E15.12.34 we said it would be useful to remove the body of the Buick and Terraplane,… | ||
| scan0273 | Dismantling an experimental Graham car body to obtain its weight. | ||
| View original record | x3317? To Sg. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm.28/KW.27.12.34. Experimental Cars. Replying to Sg7/E.21.12.34. The Graham body has already been dismantled and the body weights obtained. A report on this will be… | ||
| scan0274 | Internal request to order parts for a Buick hot spot, heat control valve from Messrs. Lindrum & Hartmann. | ||
| View original record | +3717 Roy. From Hs/Std. Hs/Std.5/MA.1.1.35. Will you please order from Messrs.Lindrum & Hartmann the following parts for the Buick hot spot, heat control valve which you obtained for us recently.… | ||
| scan0275 | Requesting an additional order for a pair of valve spindle bushes for a Buick, which were accidentally omitted from a previous list. | ||
| View original record | 13317 Roy. From Hs/Std. Hs/Std.9/MA.4.1.35. Further to our memo of the 1st instant reference Hs/Std.5/MA. will you please order, in addition to the other Buick parts asked for, one pair of valve… | ||
| scan0276 | Requesting material composition analysis of a Buick hot-spot heat control valve and its components. | ||
| View original record | x331) To Hl. Hs/Std.11/KW.7.1.35. We send you herewith a Buick hot-spot heat control valve, including flap valve, valve spindle and valve spindle bush. This valve operates in a stream of hot exhaust… | ||
| scan0277 | Wraith design data memorandum discussing correspondence with Buick, timing chains, pistons, and exhaust heating. | ||
| View original record | To E. c. to Wor. c. to By. (X 3317) Hs/Rm.19/KW. 25.1.35. Wraith Design Data. Attached is a copy of a questionairre which we sent to Mr. Chayne, the Assistant Chief Engineer of the Buick Motor Co.,… | ||
| scan0278 | Letter from General Motors Export Company forwarding data from Buick Motor Car Company. | ||
| View original record | GENERAL MOTORS EXPORT COMPANY GENERAL MOTORS BUILDING BROADWAY AT 57TH STREET NEW YORK. N.Y. CABLE ADDRESS 'AUTOEXPORT' N.Y. ALL CODES USED January 4, 1935. Mr. W. A. Robotham, Rolls Royce Limited,… | ||
| scan0279 | Technical memorandum detailing updates on timing chains, carburetors, combustion chambers, and engine design. | ||
| View original record | December 12, 1934 (1). We are quite satisfied with our timing chain picture as it now stands with regard to both noise and life. Considerable difficulty was experienced with the make of chain first… | ||
| scan0280 | Report discussing exhaust valve sticking, valve seat inserts, and the design of the heat valve. | ||
| View original record | Page #2 -- Dec. 12, 1934 (6). a-- Several years ago we did considerable work on the prevention of exhaust valve sticking - and we found that by copper plating the valve stems (to prevent scoring when… | ||
| scan0281 | Letter from the Buick Motor Company regarding flywheel flutter and bearing width. | ||
| View original record | Page #3 -- (8). We have not experienced any troublesome fly-wheel flutter but believe that our 40 design is about as narrow as we dare go on rear main bearing width -- without getting into this… | ||
| scan0282 | Blueprint of a valve for an exhaust manifold. | ||
| View original record | VALVE - EXHAUST MANIFOLD. SECTION AA. SECTION BB. 20° 1/2 1 3/4 3/8 R .372 .377 1/16 R 13/16 5/8 1/8 R 1/16 3/16 3/16 R 13/16 R 1 1/16 R .062 STOCK BUICK # 81705 OR # 82035 ANNEALED & PICKLED.… | ||
| scan0283 | Buick Motor Company steel specifications chart listing chemical compositions for various steel types. | ||
| View original record | PAGE NO. 2. NO. PAGES 2. BUICK MOTOR COMPANY STEEL SPECIFICATIONS 1/24/34 SPEC. NO. | CARBON | MANGANESE | MAX. PHOS. | MAX. SULFUR | SILICON | NICKEL | CHROMIUM | MOLY - 5140-A | .40-.45 | .50-.80 |… | ||
| scan0284 | Graph comparing suction in inches of H2O versus RPM for a 1934 Series 8-40 engine, with plots for Marvel and Stromberg carburetors. | ||
| View original record | 1934 SERIES 8-40 ENGINE. MARVEL CARBURETOR FLOW NO.34 STROMBERG CARBURETOR FLOW NO.18 SUCTION - INCHES OF H2O R.P.M IN HUNDREDS | ||
| scan0285 | Graph comparing engine torque between cast and machined combustion chambers. | ||
| View original record | G.M.C CORRECTION TO 103 °F FT. LBS. TORQUE CAST COMBUSTION CHAMBERS MACHINED COMBUSTION CHAMBERS ENGINE TORQUE REVOLUTIONS PER MINUTE 250 240 230 220 210 200 190 180 170 160 150 140 130 120 110 100 90… | ||
| scan0286 | Blueprint for an exhaust manifold valve shaft bushing. | ||
| View original record | MUST BE SMOOTH FINISH. BUSHING - EXHAUST MANIFOLD VALVE SHAFT. .376 .377 .479 .480 GRIND. 1/32 45° 1/4 BUICK SPEC. X - 81705 BRINELL HARDNESS 170 TO 195 ON BAR STOCK. ROLLS-ROYCE, LTD PRINT ROOM 18… | ||
| scan0287 | Blueprint for a Shaft - Exhaust Manifold Valve. | ||
| View original record | SHAFT - EXHAUST MANIFOLD VALVE. .030 .040 23/32 5/64 DRILL .370 .371 GRIND. 7/64 90° 4 7/8 9/64 .125 .130 .250 .252 1/32 x 45° CHAMFER. RELATION OF SLOT AND FLATS MUST BE HELD. BRINELL HARDNESS N° 170… | ||
| scan0288 | Assembly drawing for an exhaust manifold valve shaft. | ||
| View original record | RIVET OVER SECURELY. 1286386 ASSEMBLY. 1286387 ASSEMBLY - EXHAUST MANIFOLD VALVE SHAFT. ROLLS-ROYCE, LTD PRINT ROOM 18 JAN 1935 DERBY. | ||
| scan0289 | Assembly drawing of an exhaust manifold valve body. | ||
| View original record | ASSEMBLY - EXHAUST MANIFOLD VALVE BODY. SECTION A.A. A A 13/16 141202/212894 1286038 1283869 .376 PLUG GAUGE MUST PASS THROUGH BUSHINGS AFTER STAKING. STAKE IN 6 PLACES ON THIS SURFACE TO RETAIN BOTH… | ||
| scan0290 | Assembly drawing for an exhaust manifold valve and body. | ||
| View original record | SLOT IN SHAFT TO BE IN THIS POSITION WITH VALVE AGAINST STOP & COUNTERWEIGHT IN POSITION SHOWN. ARC WELD VALVE TO SHAFT SECURELY IN RELATION TO SLOT AS SHOWN. USE CARBON ROD. LUBRICATE BUSHINGS WITH A… | ||
| scan0291 | Investigating an 8-Cylinder Buick carburetter and ordering a Marvel carburetter as a potential alternative for the Wraith. | ||
| View original record | X3317 To E. from Hs/Rm. c. to WOr. c. to By. Hs/Rm.4/KW.15.1.35. 8-Cylinder Buick - Carburetter. We have been investigating the carburetter on the Buick. This is interesting to us because we know… | ||
| scan0292 | The performance and features of an 8-Cylinder Buick carburetter. | ||
| View original record | To E. from Hs/Swdl. c. to Wor. c. to By. Hs/Swdl.5/KW.15.1.35. 8-Cylinder Buick. The general performance of the carburetter on this car is good, noticeably in the ability to get away when cold. It is… | ||
| scan0293 | Technical description of carburetter operation, mixture balance, and internal mechanisms. | ||
| View original record | -2- After correcting the slow running setting, the mixture appeared weak at part throttle openings and possibly this is one of the difficulties that is mentioned by General Motors. Balance between the… | ||
| scan0294 | Page describing the slow running arrangement and disadvantages of a carburetter. | ||
| View original record | -3- Hs/Swd1.5/KW.15.1.35. The slow running arrangement has fixed jets and air bleeds feeding into two holes in each throttle bore, one on the suction side and the other on the atmospheric side of the… | ||
| scan0295 | Plan view and cross-section diagram of a Marvel Twin-Downdraught Carburetter for a Buick 8. | ||
| View original record | Hs 1709 ACCELERATER PUMP WELL ACCELERATER PUMP HOUSING FOR THE METERING PLUG ACCELERATER PUMP DELIVERY JETS MAIN DELIVERERS SUCTION PISTON SLOTS CONNECTED TO FIXED AIR BLEED JETS BY GROOVES IN THE… | ||
| scan0296 | Test report on a Buick (Marvel) carburetter comparing fuel consumption and performance. | ||
| View original record | C. to Rm. C. to Swindall. 1049 18.1.35. BUICK (MARVEL) CARBURETTER. Accelerator pump disconnected. 13.95 M.P.G. 109 Miles/av. speed 40 M.P.H./2 Hrs. 40 Mins. Accelerator Pump Connected. 13.31 M.P.G.… | ||
| scan0297 | Petrol consumption test on a Buick carburetter and its potential suitability for the Wraith model. | ||
| View original record | To E. from Hs/Rm. c. to Wor. c. to By. Hs/Rm.27/KW.18.1.35. Buick Petrol Consumption We have carried out a consumption test on the Buick with a view to seeing whether the fixed choke carburetter with… | ||
| scan0298 | Letter to General Motors requesting the purchase of a Stromberg Carburetter for a Buick. | ||
| View original record | (331) Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.1/KW. 15th January, 1935. K.K. Hoagg, Esq., General Motors Export Co., Broadway at 57th Street, New York, U.S.A. Dear Mr. Hoagg, Very many thanks for your letter of January… | ||
| scan0299 | Petrol consumption test on a Buick carburetter and its potential for use on the Wraith model. | ||
| View original record | To E. from Hs/Rm. c. to Wor. c. to By. 4337 Hs/Rm.27/KW.18.1.35. Buick Petrol Consumption. We have carried out a consumption test on the Buick with a view to seeing whether the fixed choke carburetter… | ||
| scan0300 | Test report on a Buick (Marvel) carburetter, comparing fuel consumption with the accelerator pump connected and disconnected. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y 18.1.35. BUICK (MARVEL) CARBURETTER. Accelerator Pump disconnected, 13.95 m.p.g. 109 miles/average speed 40 m.p.h./2 Hrs. 40 mins. Accelerator Pump connected, 13.31 m.p.g. 109 miles/average… | ||
| scan0301 | Test report and comparative analysis of a Buick Straight Eight car, noting adverse comments. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Rm Rm +3317 EP6/MH.21.1.35 re TEST OF BUICK CAR (Straight Eight) (Assume 30.6 H.P., medium size, 78.5 x 117.5) Generally very nice running car, and certainly gives a very favourable comparison with… | ||
| scan0302 | List of observed vehicle faults and performance characteristics from a road test. | ||
| View original record | -2- (4) The clutch pedal, and even the brake pedal are much too high - uncomfortable to actuate and causes faulty working of the clutch. Are these set purposely high? If so, a distinct advantage is… | ||
| scan0303 | The springing and synchro-mesh performance of a 25 HP model. | ||
| View original record | -3- EP6/MH.21.1.35 (13) The springing rather represents our 25 H.P. model with L.R.springs. The rear of the car pitches rather badly over uneven-surface roads; at the same time, there appears to be a… | ||
| scan0304 | Laboratory analysis report on the material composition of a Buick Hot Spot Heat Control Valve. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. Rm X1049 Steadman HL4/AG.24.1.35. Laboratory. Report No.L3170. Re: Buick Hot Spot Heat Control Valve. Analyses : Flap Valve. Spindle. Bush. Chromium 17.8% 6.93% 16.4% Nickel trace 22.9%… | ||
| scan0305 | Materials and performance of a Buick Hot Spot Heat Control Valve. | ||
| View original record | To E. from Hs/Std. J3317 Hs/Std.10/KW. 28.1.35. Hot Spot Heat Control Valve - Buick. In reply to your memo. E/McS.1/HP.21.12.34, we are sending you on attached sheet the specifications of the… | ||
| scan0306 | Specification sheet detailing the material composition percentages for Flap Valve & Bushes and Spindle parts. | ||
| View original record | SPECIFICATION OF MATERIAL (%) | Part | Carbon. | Manganese | Max. Phos. | Max. Sulphur | Silicon | Nickel | Chromium. | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Flap Valve & Bushes | .10 Max. | .30-.60 |… | ||
| scan0307 | Short memo returning a document regarding a Buick car. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. Hs/Rm.13/KW.25.1.35. We return herewith your copy of memo. Cx.1/KW.27.11.34. re the Buick Car. Hs/Rm. | ||
| scan0308 | Test drive report and impressions of a Series 40 Buick. | ||
| View original record | COPY. X3317 Sg. c. to C. Dictated 26.11.34. Cx.1/KW.27.11.34. Re Series 40 Buick. I took the opportunity of trying this car over the week-end, as neither you nor C. were proposing to use it, in order… | ||
| scan0309 | Observations and critiques of a vehicle's features, including steering, lighting, and visibility. | ||
| View original record | -2- Cx.1/KW.27.11.34. The steering I might say was entirely free from any form of kick. In that respect it was very good indeed. It seemed to me to be a cheap edition of the Buick that we have been… | ||
| scan0310 | Letter to Buick Motor Co. requesting information on the wheel geometry and movement of the 'Century' model. | ||
| View original record | x1049 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.28/KW. 15th July, 1936. The Buick Motor Co.Ltd., Flint, Michigan, U.S.A. For the attention of Mr. W.C. Haight. Dear Sirs, Thank you very much indeed for the Buick Series… | ||
| scan0311 | Letter to Cadillac about a Buick service manual and interest in a car's handling characteristics. | ||
| View original record | +1049 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.29/KW. 15th July, 1936. M. Olley Esq., The Cadillac Motor Co.Ltd., Detroit, Michigan, U.S.A. Dear Oy., Mr. Haight, of the Buick Company, very kindly sent us their service… | ||
| scan0312 | Comparative graph of Brake Mean Effective Pressure curves for various engines. | ||
| View original record | G.M.C. CORRECTION TO 103 °F BRAKE MEAN EFFECTIVE PRESSURE CURVES CADILLAC & ROLLS-ROYCE PRODUCTS. Left Y-Axis Labels: B.M.E.P. LBS / SQ IN. DEGREES H.P. Right Y-Axis Labels: LB / FT. LB / H.P. HR.… | ||
| scan0313 | Letter to Lendrum & Hartman Ltd. requesting Buick door stops and a jack for testing purposes. | ||
| View original record | 43517 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.3/KW. 15th February, 1935. Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman Ltd., Buick House, Albemarle Street, London, W.1. Dear Sirs, We are rather interested in the door stops on our Buick,… | ||
| scan0314 | Letter from Lendrum & Hartman Ltd regarding the availability of door stops and a replacement jack. | ||
| View original record | LENDRUM & HARTMAN LTD SOLE CONCESSIONAIRES GREAT BRITAIN & IRELAND HEAD OFFICE AND SHOWROOM BUICK HOUSE 26 a & 26 c ALBEMARLE STREET W.1. Phone WILLESDEN 4100 (5 Lines) Telegrams EXBUICKMO LONDON… | ||
| scan0315 | Letter from Lendrum & Hartman Limited discussing engine tappet adjustments and low-speed performance. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. -2- 18.2.35. a reply as to whether or not the two Door Stops we have in stock will meet your requirements, at least for the moment. We are pleased to hear that the Buick is… | ||
| scan0316 | Letter to Lendrum & Hartman Ltd. requesting door stops and a series 50 Jack for examination. | ||
| View original record | J33/7 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rs.7/KW.19.2.35. 19th February, 1935. Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman Ltd., Buick Works, Old Oak Lane, Willesden Junction, London, N.W.10. Dear Sirs, Many thanks for your letter of the… | ||
| scan0317 | Investigation into the reasons why the Buick transmission is free from chunking noises when taking up the drive. | ||
| View original record | 43317 To Hs/Rm. HS/GWH.18/KW.22.2.35. Buick Re Chunking in Drive. We have investigated the reason why the Buick is so free from chunking in the transmission when taking up the drive and running slow.… | ||
| scan0318 | Report investigating a 'chunking' noise and metallic rattle originating from the drivetrain and hubs. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/GWH.18/KW.22.2.35. 5-B-IV. This car is very bad for chunking when taking up the drive and slow and medium running. Quite 70% of the metallic noise comes from the driving shafts and driving… | ||
| scan0319 | Blueprint of a Buick Flywheel with specifications. | ||
| View original record | BUICK FLYWHEEL 6 HOLES TAPPED A A' 2.250R 6.000 DIA 11.850 DIA 5.125 146 TEETH .15 PITCH STARTER PINION 9 TEETH = 16.22 ratio 20/2/35 14.690 DIA 5.150 DIA 3.750 DIA 13.50 DIA .850 3 HOLES. EQUALLY… | ||
| scan0320 | Procurement of two door stops and one Buick Jack from Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman. | ||
| View original record | 43317 Roy. Hs/Rm.3/KW.23.2.35. We have recently obtained from Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman, 2. Door Stops and 1. Buick Jack. We have asked them to send in their invoice in due course. Will you please… | ||
| scan0321 | The dimensions of a removed Buick Flywheel, noting an attached blueprint. | ||
| View original record | To E. X3317 Hs/Rm.4/KW.23.2.35. Buick Flywheel. Herewith dimensions of the Buick Flywheel which we have just removed. Hs/Rm. Att: 1 blue print - Buick Flywheel. | ||
| scan0322 | Blueprint drawing of a Buick Flywheel with section view and dimensions. | ||
| View original record | BUICK FLYWHEEL 146 TEETH .15 PITCH 20/2/35 6 HOLES TAPPED 6 HOLES TAPPED 3 HOLES. EQUALLY SPACED SECTION A A' 2.250R 6.000 DIA 11.850 DIA 14.690 DIA 5.150 DIA 3.750 DIA .850 .600 .550 1.250 13.350 DIA… | ||
| scan0323 | Investigation into the cause of chunking noises in the drive, comparing a Buick with a 5-B-IV model. | ||
| View original record | 43317 To Hs. C to Hs/Rm. Hs/GWH.9/KW.26.2.35. Re Chunking in the Drive. We have investigated the reason why the Buick is so free from chunking in the transmission when taking up the drive and running… | ||
| scan0324 | Letter to Lendrum & Hartman Ltd. clarifying a request for 'Door Dovetails' for a Series '40' Buick. | ||
| View original record | 43317 Exptl. Dept: Hs/Rn.4/KW. 27th February, 1935. Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman Ltd., Buick Works, Old Oak Lane, Willesden Junction, L London, N.W.10. Dear Sirs, Thank you for the Door Stops and Jack… | ||
| scan0325 | Proposing the use of standard Borg & Beck clutches over in-house designs for cost and quality benefits. | ||
| View original record | To E. from Hs/Rm. c. to Wor. 43317 HS/Rm.2/KW.27.2.35. Car Clutches General. We send you herewith Borg & Beck's design for fitting one of their 11" clutches to the Bentley. Actually, since a 9.6" Borg… | ||
| scan0326 | Letter regarding difficulties in sourcing clutch parts for a Buick car. | ||
| View original record | +3317 Rm (Signature) Rm. at W. Hn21/MC1.3.35. BUICK. ----- I duly received the message you gave over the telephone this afternoon to the effect that you want the following parts for the Buick car:-… | ||
| scan0327 | Letter from Lendrum & Hartman Ltd confirming the dispatch and dimensions of clutch linings for a Series 40 Buick. | ||
| View original record | LENDRUM & HARTMAN LTD SOLE CONCESSIONAIRES GREAT BRITAIN & IRELAND Phone WILLESDEN 4100 (5 Lines) Telegrams EXBUICKMO LONDON HEAD OFFICE AND SHOWROOM BUICK HOUSE 26a & 26c ALBEMARLE STREET W. 1. Phone… | ||
| scan0328 | To the Order Office requesting payment of an invoice from Lendrum & Hartman for Buick clutch parts. | ||
| View original record | To Order Office. 43317 Hs/Rm.7/KW.4.3.35. Will you please note that we have asked Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman to send us some clutch linings and rivets for the Buick. Will you therefore please pass… | ||
| scan0329 | Letter from Lendrum & Hartman Ltd regarding the supply of Door Dovetails and Door Stops. | ||
| View original record | LENDRUM & HARTMAN LTD SOLE CONCESSIONAIRES GREAT BRITAIN & IRELAND HEAD OFFICE AND SHOWROOM BUICK HOUSE 26 B & 26 C ALBEMARLE STREET W. 1. Phone REGENT 2771 Telegrams BUICKGEN, PICCY LONDON Phone… | ||
| scan0330 | Invoice from Lendrum & Hartman Ltd. for Buick parts and a request for payment authorization. | ||
| View original record | Hs. Copy to Roy. Rm G/Cam/CA.12/JM.5.3.35. We have received an invoice from Lendrum & Hartman Ltd., dated 27th. ulto, details of which are shown below. They say instructions to supply were given them… | ||
| scan0331 | Technical specifications and analysis of a Buick Borg & Beck clutch. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. 13317 Hs/GWH.3/KW.5.3.35. BUICK CLUTCH. The clutch is a Borg & Beck. The number of springs is 9. Free length 2 5/8". Taken set to 2.5" after 326 engagements in top gear. Taken set to 2.437"… | ||
| scan0332 | The friction load test results for a Buick Clutch's spring driving plate. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. Hs/GWH.8/KW.5.3.35. Buick Clutch. Friction Load of Spring Driving Plate. Driving Load - 1º 596 inch/lbs., 2º 1056 inch/lbs., 3º 1584 inch/lbs. Reverse Load - 1º 480 inch/lbs., 2º 792… | ||
| scan0333 | Sketch of a Buick spring plate. | ||
| View original record | Buick spring plate 1/16" | ||
| scan0334 | Letter to a supplier, Lendrum & Hartman Ltd, regarding the receipt of dovetails and the cancellation of an order for door stops. | ||
| View original record | L3317 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.S/KW. 6th March, 1935. Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman Ltd., Buick Works, Old Oak Lane, Willesden Junction, London, N.W.10. Your Ref: MGA/ICM. Dear Sirs, Replying to your letter of… | ||
| scan0335 | Requesting to pass the invoices for parts detailed in a separate reference. | ||
| View original record | Roy. c. to G/CAM. (3317) Hs/Rn.26/KW.8.3.35. Will you please pass the invoices for the parts detailed in G/Cam/CA.12/JM.5.3.35. Hs/Rn. | ||
| scan0336 | Invoice from Lendrum & Hartman, Ltd. for Buick clutch parts. | ||
| View original record | Hs. c. to Roy. Rm G/Cam/CA.13/DN.8.3.35. We have received an invoice from Lendrum & Hartman, Ltd., dated the 1st. inst., details of which are shown below. They say these parts were ordered by… | ||
| scan0337 | Authorising payment for an invoice from Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman for Buick clutch parts. | ||
| View original record | To G/Cam. c. to Roy. 43317 Hs/Rm.5/KW.11.3.35. Replying to G/Cam/CA.13/DN. 8.3.35. concerning Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman's invoice for Buick clutch parts, kindly note this account may be paid. Hs/Rm. | ||
| scan0338 | Invoice and customs clearance for a Buick cylinder head arriving on the 'American Merchant'. | ||
| View original record | D/BP. <3317 Hs/Rm.8/KW.11.3.35. Herewith invoice details of the Buick cylinder head which is arriving on the "American Merchant". Will you please deal with the necessary Customs formalities, and… | ||
| scan0339 | Comparison of wheel and tyre weights and ground clearances for Bentley, Buick, Graham, and Essex cars. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. +3317 FD.1/KW.14.3.35. Comparative Wheel & Tyre Weights & Ground Clearance. Bentley 5.50 x 18 Buick 6.25 x 16 Graham 7 x 16 Essex 6.25 x 16 Wheel Weights 21 lbs. 9 ozs. 21 lbs. 0 oz. 24 lbs.… | ||
| scan0340 | Technical drawing of the water passage arrangement in a Buick S40 cylinder block. | ||
| View original record | ARRGT OF WATER PASSAGES IN CYL. BLOCK - S40 BUICK 3.650 3.850 3.650 4.375 3.650 3.850 3.650 .250 .750 SHEET MTL BAFFLE PRESSED COVER 3 3/32 BORE SCALE 1/4 F.O.Smith 21.3.35 | ||
| scan0341 | Drawing showing the cylinder spacing and bore dimensions for the Wraith engine. | ||
| View original record | WRAITH - CYL SPACING 3" BORE 3.275 OD 3.875 4.250 3.875 4.500 3.875 4.250 3.875 SCALE 1/4 | ||
| scan0342 | Weight savings achievable by using smaller wheels and tyres on cars. | ||
| View original record | To E. from Hs/Rm. V3317 HS/Rm.25/KW.19.3.35. c. to Sg. c. to Nor. c. to By. c. to Ds. c. to Bm. Car Weights. There is no doubt that one of the points where the Americans obtain a major saving in… | ||
| scan0343 | Comparative data on wheel and tyre weights and ground clearances for various car models. | ||
| View original record | Ha/FD.1/KW. 14.3.35. Comparative Wheel & Tyre Weight & Ground Clearance. | | J-III Wraith 6.50 x 16 4.5 Rim. | Bentley 5.50 x 18 | Buick 6.25 x 16 | Graham 7 x 16 | Essex 6.25 x 16 |… | ||
| scan0344 | Comparing the weights of wheels and tyres for various car models. | ||
| View original record | 19.5.35. Top Table: | Vulture 6.50 x 18 | Vulture 7 x 18 | Spectre 7.50 x 17 | 20/25 6.00 x 19 | 20/25 Projected 6.00 x 17* | | Wheel & Tyre Weights - lbs. | 64.25 | 73.25 | 69.00 | 64.0 | 61.25 |… | ||
| scan0345 | Invoice from Buick Motor Co. for a cylinder head intake manifold and Stromberg carburettor. | ||
| View original record | Hs. We have received an invoice from the Buick Motor Co., Flint, Mich., dated the 1st. inst. on which we are charged 25 dollars nett for one complete Cylinder Head Intake Manifold and Stromberg… | ||
| scan0346 | Preliminary particulars and comparison of a Series 40 Buick connecting rod and piston. | ||
| View original record | 43317 To E. from Hs/Rm. C. to Wor. C. to By. Hs/Rm.1/KW.27.3.35. Series 40 Buick Cars. Herewith preliminary particulars of a Buick series 40 connecting rod and piston. It will be observed that they… | ||
| scan0347 | Blueprint diagram with dimensions for a Buick piston. | ||
| View original record | BUICK 22 . 3 . 35 3·075 3·750 .100 .125 .0625 .125 .0625 1·00 1·5" 5/32 11/16 Hs 1860 | ||
| scan0348 | Technical drawing of a Buick connecting rod. | ||
| View original record | BUICK, 7.2", .8", 11/16", 2 15/16", 2.00, 3/8 SET SCREW, 1.250, 1'-0", BEARING SURFACE | ||
| scan0349 | To the Order Office regarding an invoice from General Motors for a Buick cylinder head and carburetter. | ||
| View original record | To Order Office. (X3317) Hs/Rm14/KW.30.3.35. With reference to the Buick cylinder head and carburetter received for the Experimental Dept, herewith is the invoice from General Motors Export Company.… | ||
| scan0350 | Requesting the measurement of hot spot temperatures on a Buick and a Phantom using thermocouples for comparison with a mock-up Spectre system. | ||
| View original record | Hs/CTS. +3317 Hs/Rm.3/KW.9.4.35. Hot Spot Temperatures. E. wants to know the hot spot temperatures of the Buick. Will you please arrange to fit Thermo Couples in the induction pipe that you have… | ||
| scan0351 | Technical memo discussing suggestions for reducing chunking in the gearbox drive. | ||
| View original record | x3317 TO E. [struck through] Copy to Mr. Hs. HY. [struck through] HDY.1/MN.9.4.35. [Handwritten Note] GBx Para 1 seems the meat of the memo. Have we tried it- Rm [/Handwritten Note] Gearbox. Chunking… | ||
| scan0352 | Gear design, lubrication, gearbox construction, and propeller shaft couplings, including comparisons with Cadillac. | ||
| View original record | -2- HDY.1/MN.9.4.35. a 22% increase in mean diameter of the teeth for the top gear. We should not have thought that a reduction in number would give any advantage. We have compared the slackness in… | ||
| scan0353 | Clamping coupling methods and shaft spline clearances, with comparisons to other manufacturers. | ||
| View original record | -3- on parallel castellations and to clamp the coupling endwise by the nut. This is so on the Cadillac and Terraplane. I have no information about the Buick. However, it is very likely that the… | ||
| scan0354 | Buick exhaust hot-spot temperature tests. | ||
| View original record | 43317 To E. Hs/GR.22/KW.26.4.35. Buick Exhaust Hot-Spot Temperatures. --------------------------------- Tests carried out as on 28-EX. using an Elliott Millivoltmeter No.1121620 & Thermo Couple of… | ||
| scan0355 | Pending invoice from the Buick Motor Co. awaiting a covering order. | ||
| View original record | Hs. G/Cam/CA.30/DN.15.5.35. On the 22nd. March as per memo. G/Cam/CA.12/DN. we gave you details of an invoice received from the Buick Motor Co., Flint, Mich., dated the 1st. March, 1935. This invoice… | ||
| scan0356 | Requesting a covering order for a cylinder head intake manifold and Stromberg carburetter from Buick Motor Co. | ||
| View original record | x3317 To Roy. c. to G/Cam. Hs/Rm.7/KW.16.5.35. G/Cam/CA.12/DN.22.3.35. G/Cam/CA.30/DN.15.5.35. Will you please pass a covering order to the Buick Motor Co., Flint, Michigan, U.S.A, for - 1. Cylinder… | ||
| scan0357 | Internal request for an official order for Buick brake shoes, linings, and an exhaust manifold. | ||
| View original record | To Roy: X1049 Hs/FD.7/KW.21.5.35. Will you please supply an official order to Messrs. Oscroft, King St., Derby, for - 1 set of Buick Brake Shoes & Linings, for the model 8/47, Chassis No. 2,754,762,… | ||
| scan0358 | General schedule of car road work tests, detailing work on carburettors, brakes, and other systems. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/FD. X1049 Hs/Rm.7/KW.1.6.36. Car Road Work Tests General. 18-C-IV. Zenith. Having completed Stromberg. 20-G-IV. Controls & Air Silencer, & Petrol Pump. Rehearsal for Wor's car. Carb. & hot-spot… | ||
| scan0359 | Typed memorandum detailing tasks and tests for various vehicle models and components. | ||
| View original record | -2- Vulture. Reduce damper loads to not more than 100 lbs. ball pin. Transmission tests. Examine and report on hydraulic tappets. Lp's Car. Try new production clutch cover plate on this car. B-23-AE.… | ||
| scan0360 | The 20/25 Four Port Induction System, discussing test results and proposing the use of a Buick heat control body. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. +1049 Hs/Std.14/KW.3.6.35. 20/25 Four Port Induction System - Buick Heat Control for same. As a result of tests which have been carried out, it is found that the induction pipe to EX.18316 is… | ||
| scan0361 | Requesting an official order be passed for work carried out on a Buick car. | ||
| View original record | X1049 To Roy: Hs/FD.9/KW.13.7.35. Buick Car - BLA-548 Will you please pass an official order to Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes Ltd. for work on the above car, to their estimate dated the 29th June,… | ||
| scan0362 | Requesting the replacement of a faulty accelerator starter with a dashboard starter button on a Buick car. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. X 1049 Hs/FD: 23/KW. 9.10.35. Will you please arrange to have a dashboard starter button fitted to the Buick car, to replace the present accelerator starter type which is constantly giving… | ||
| scan0363 | List of tests carried out to overcome drive to overrun transmission chunking. | ||
| View original record | F.T.H { L.E. Smith } <1049? Hs/Gry.25/KW.18.10.35. Drive to Overrun Transmission Chunking. Attached is a list, not in chronological order, of tests so far carried out to overcome this trouble. The… | ||
| scan0364 | Danger of reducing comfort by cheapening the front suspension. | ||
| View original record | ① The danger of loosing comfort by Cheapening the front suspension | ||
| scan0365 | Test report detailing the results of component modifications on Buick, 30-EX, and 32-EX cars. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Gry.25/KW.18.10.35. CAR TEST RESULT (8) Buick Original condition. .005 sliding piece, .005 C.M. pitch line, .015 sideshaft and float. No chunking (9) Buick (a) Sliding piece increased to .025,… | ||
| scan0366 | Outlining potential improvements and considerations for a 6-cylinder engine. | ||
| View original record | In view of the 6 Cyl. coming into prominence again, what can we do with Fu unit. ① Maximum permissible bore as wet liner engine ② " dry liner engine. ③ Stroke reduction. Wt saving ④ Four port head… | ||
| scan0367 | Test report detailing issues with chunking noises on car model 30-EX, related to clutch splines and gearbox slack. | ||
| View original record | -3- Hs/Gry.25/KW.18.10.35. CAR TEST RESULT (14) 30-EX When clutch splines had .027 and axle pinion .210 backlash at 1.875 radius. Bad chunking audible, also in top gear (15) 30-EX Original box, slack… | ||
| scan0368 | And questions regarding 'Chunking', swash plate engines, and gear ratios. | ||
| View original record | Chunking ① Rate of Press rise in Cylinder. Remove turbulent tip on one Spectre ② Jack up back wheels. Will Car Chunk with Prop Shaft removed? ③ Has Buick plain bearings? Will these clamp out Chunking… | ||
| scan0369 | Request to obtain a complete gearbox for a Buick car as the original was scrapped during experiments on transmission clanking. | ||
| View original record | X 1049 W/S - Hn. Hs/Gry.20/KW.31.10.35. Will you please obtain for us one complete gearbox to suit our Buick car, as we have scrapped nearly all its working parts during experiments on transmission… | ||
| scan0370 | Order of a complete gearbox for a Buick, requesting confirmation of chassis and series numbers. | ||
| View original record | S/W. P Gry- O.K.? Hn.6/MK. 2.11.35. BUICK. Your Ref: Hs/Gry.20/KW.31.10.35. I have ordered a complete gear box to be sent to you. According to our records down here, the chassis number is 2754762 and… | ||
| scan0371 | Identifying a Buick car by its series, model, and style numbers. | ||
| View original record | W/S - Hn. x1049 Hs/Gry.9/KW.5.11.35. Buick Car. We cannot find anywhere on this car a chassis or series number, but believe it to be Series 40. On the dash, however, is written 1934 Model 47, and… | ||
| scan0372 | The torsional flexibility measurement of a Buick transmission system and comparison with a Spectre rear axle. | ||
| View original record | X1049 To Rm. Hs/Smth.27/KW.25.11.35. Buick - Flexibility of Transmission. We have made a direct measurement of the torsional flexibility of the Buick transmission system. The system includes the rear… | ||
| scan0373 | Request to dismantle a Buick car to examine and weigh its chassis components. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. X1049 Hs/Rm.18/KW.10.12.35. Buick Car. Will you please strip this car in the same way as you have previously stripped American cars. The object of the dismantling is to enable Design and… | ||
| scan0374 | Inquiring about the delivery status of a Buick gearbox from Lendrum and Hartman. | ||
| View original record | W/S - Hn. X1049 Hs/FD.5/KW.11.12.35. Re Buick Gearbox. Have you heard anything yet from Lendrum and Hartman about delivery of the Buick gearbox ? It is over four weeks since we last heard from them.… | ||
| scan0375 | The stripping and weight analysis of a Buick car for comparative purposes. | ||
| View original record | X1049 To RHC. c. to Hs/FD. Hs/Rm.11/KW.11.12.35. Buick Car. On previous American cars we have stripped we have endeavoured to get a complete weight analysis, which is most valuable to us for… | ||
| scan0376 | Thank-you note acknowledging the receipt of a Buick gearbox. | ||
| View original record | X 1049 W/S-Hn. Hs/FD.5/JH.31.12.35. Buick Gearbox We thank you for the Buick gearbox which has arrived safely to hand. Hs/FD. | ||
| scan0377 | Invoice from Lendrum & Hartman Ltd. for Buick transmission parts. | ||
| View original record | Rm Hs. G/Cam/CA.30/DW.3.1.36. We have received an invoice from Lendrum & Hartman Ltd. dated 31st ulto., details of which are shown below. These parts appear to have been sent for the attention of… | ||
| scan0378 | Requesting the fitting of a new gearbox and work on a starter ring for a Buick engine rebuild. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. x1049 Hs/FD.15/KW.6.1.36. Buick. We have a new gearbox complete for the Buick engine. This is at present in the Exptl. garage stores. Will you please have this fitted when the engine is… | ||
| scan0379 | The purchase of a Buick transmission assembly and parts from Zenith Carburetter Co. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. c. to G/Cam. x 1049 Hs/Rm.24/KW.7.1.36. Will you please pass an order to Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman for 1. Buick Transmission Assembly, plus gear shift lever and pin assembly - price £31. 5.… | ||
| scan0380 | Order of washers and parts for a Buick from Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman. | ||
| View original record | x1049 To Roy. Hs/FD.2/KW.9.1.36. Will you please order the following washers and parts for the Buick from Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman :- 1. Gasket - Cylinder Head. 1. Joint - Bottom Half. 1. Joint -… | ||
| scan0381 | The dispatch of Buick parts to be used as patterns for ordering new components. | ||
| View original record | X1049 To D/BP. c. to G/Mt. Hs/FD.3/KW.9.1.36. We are sending into the Stores for despatch to Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman, Buick Works, Old Oak Lane, Willesden Junction, London, N.W.10, the following… | ||
| scan0382 | Internal request to order various washers and parts for a Buick from Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman. | ||
| View original record | x1049 To Roy. Hs/FD.2/KW.9.1.36. Will you please order the following washers and parts for the Buick from Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman :- 1. Gasket - Cylinder Head. 1. Joint - Bottom Half. 1. Joint -… | ||
| scan0383 | Letter to Messrs Lendrum & Hartman chasing an order for Buick clutch parts. | ||
| View original record | + 1049 Exptl. Dept. HS/FD.7/JH. 15th January, 1936. Messrs Lendrum & Hartman, Buick Works, Old Oak Lane, Willesden Junction, London, N.W.10. Dear Sirs, We have received 1 new Buick Clutch Plate and 1… | ||
| scan0384 | List of weights and capacities for various Buick components. | ||
| View original record | X1049 Hs/Rm. Hs/FD.1/JH.18.1.36. Buick Weights. Front spring. 91lbs. 12ozs. Petrol Tank. 13 galls. SS. Tube. 4lbs. 8ozs. Hs/FD. | ||
| scan0385 | Typed list of weights for various Buick car components in pounds and ounces. | ||
| View original record | HS/Rm. Hs/FD.2/JH.18.1.36. Buick Car Weights. lbs. ozs. Brake connection inc. equalizers, levers, pedals, linkages. 12. 8. Rear springs. (2)(Bentley 78lbs.) 84. 0. Exhaust System up to manifold. 23.… | ||
| scan0386 | List of vehicle component weights in pounds and ounces. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.2/JH.18.1.36. lbs. ozs. 6 pistons including con rods, piston rings, gudgeon pins. 31. 0. Rust rods. 2. 8. Tappet springs. 12. Tappets bottom. 4. 8. Valves Inlet. 4. 0. " exhaust. 3. 8. Valve… | ||
| scan0387 | List of vehicle components and their corresponding weights. | ||
| View original record | -3- Hs/FD.2/JH.18.1.36. lbs. ozs. Fan pulley and slipper wheel. 9. 4. Distrubution with drive and wires. 5. 15. Coil. 1. 12. AC. Petrol Pump. 1. 11. Sump filter. 15. Bolts nuts washers for Gear box… | ||
| scan0388 | Weight specification for a complete car with fluids and two spare wheels. | ||
| View original record | -4- Hs/FD.2/JH.18.1.36. Complete car - oil water petrol and 2 spare wheels. cwts qrs. lbs. ozs. 31. 1. 7. 0. Hs/FD. | ||
| scan0389 | Comparison of component weights for Phantom III, 20/25, Bentley, and Buick chassis. | ||
| View original record | X1049 Hs/Std.19/KW.11.2.36. Comparison of Component Weights of Ph.III, 20/25, Bentley and Buick Chassis. | Section of Car | Ph.III | 20/25 | Bentley | Buick | |---|---|---|---|---| | Frame. Includes… | ||
| scan0390 | Comparative table of component weights for various car models including Phantom III, 20/25, Bentley, and Buick. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Std.19/KW.11.2.36. Section of Car | Ph.III | 20/25 | Bentley | Buick --- | --- | --- | --- | --- Brake Transmission. Includes pedal, hand brake lever, all cables, equalisers, rods, etc. up to… | ||
| scan0391 | Table comparing weights of various car components across four different vehicle models. | ||
| View original record | -3- Hs/Std.19/KW.11.2.36. | Section of Car | Ph.III | 20/25 | Bentley | Buick | |---|---|---|---|---| | Petrol Tank - includes gauges,fittings,etc., but no petrol. | 53.1 | 49.0 | 48.0 | 18.5 | |… | ||
| scan0392 | Weight comparison table for different sections of Ph.III, 20/25, Bentley, and Buick cars. | ||
| View original record | -4- Hs/Std.19/KW.11.2.36. Section of Car Ph.III 20/25 Bentley Buick Oil - engine, sump and gearbox, axle, etc. 29.0 23.3 23.3 - Petrol - 18 gallons in case of 20/25 & Bentley, 33 gals. in case of Ph.)… | ||
| scan0393 | Letter chasing a delayed order for clutch release lever springs for a 34/40 Buick engine. | ||
| View original record | x1049 Exptl. Dept. Hs/FD.14/KW. 21st February, 1936. Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman Ltd., Old Oak Lane, Willesden Junction, LONDON, N.W.10. Dear Sirs, We are still waiting for the clutch release lever… | ||
| scan0394 | Letter to Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman Ltd. regarding incorrect clutch springs received for a 34/40 Buick. | ||
| View original record | X1049 Exptl. Dept. Hs/FD.22/KW. 24th February, 1936. Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman Ltd., Old Oak Lane, Willesden Junction, London, N.W.10. Dear Sirs, We thank you for the 34/40 Buick parts received… | ||
| scan0395 | Summary of road test performances comparing Alvis, Bentley, Buick, Chevrolet, Hotchkiss, and Lagonda cars. | ||
| View original record | ROAD TEST PERFORMANCES - SUMMARY OF RESULTS OF ROAD TESTS BY TECHNICAL STAFF OF "THE MOTOR". | | ALVIS | BENTLEY | BUICK | CHEVROLET | HOTCHKISS | LAGONDA | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Maximum… | ||
| scan0396 | Payment approval for an invoice from Lendrum & Hartman Limited for clutch springs. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Fd. Copy to Roy G/Cam/AA.13/WP.11.3.36. We have received from Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman Limited, an invoice dated 4th March 1936 for 3. Clutch Trunnion Retaining Springs at 6d each, less 15%. If… | ||
| scan0397 | 3 Clutch Trunnion Retaining Springs for an order to Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman. | ||
| View original record | X1049 To Roy. c. to G/Cam. Hs/Rm.7/KW.13.3.36. G/Cam/AA.13/WP.11.3.36. Will you please note that the 3. Clutch Trunnion Retaining Springs referred to in the above memo. form part of an order to… | ||
| scan0398 | Requesting an official order to be passed to Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman Ltd. for parts. | ||
| View original record | X1049 To Roy. Hs/Rn. 2/JH. 24.3.36. Will you please pass an official order to Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman Ltd., for parts as on above invoices, Nos. 47498, and 47497. Order No. 54330. Hs/Rn. | ||
| scan0399 | Short memo regarding the sale of a Buick and its delivery to Lillie Hall. | ||
| View original record | S/W Hs...from C. C10/C3.4.36 I understand you have finished with the Buick and we can sell it. Will you please let me know when you will be sending it to Lillie Hall. C. | ||
| scan0400 | Dispatch of a Buick car to Lillie Hall and the acquisition of a new Chevrolet car. | ||
| View original record | X1049 W/S - C. Hs/Rm.11/KW.6.4.36. With reference to C.10/C.3.4.36. We shall be sending the Buick to Lillie Hall immediately after Easter. At the last Conference it was agreed that we should get hold… | ||
| scan0401 | The weight of a 1935 Buick Century Model. | ||
| View original record | FILE. X1049 20th April, 1936. Weight of Buick - 1935 Century Model. t. cwts. qrs. lbs. Front - 19 0 7 Rear - 18 0 7 Total - 1 17 0 14. | ||
| scan0402 | Letter from Buick Motor Company providing layouts for the front wheel movement geometry of their 1936 'Century' model. | ||
| View original record | X1049 BUICK MOTOR COMPANY FLINT, MICHIGAN VALVE-IN-HEAD Buick STRAIGHT EIGHT July 31, 1936. Mr. W. A. Robotham, Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby, England. Dear Mr. Robotham: In answer to your request of July… | ||
| scan0403 | Letter to the Buick Motor Company thanking them for drawings of the 'Century' model front suspension. | ||
| View original record | Y 1049 Expl. Dept. Hs/Rm.11/MJ. 11th. August, 1936. Mr. W.C. Haight, The Buick Motor Company, Flint, Michigan. Dear Mr. Haight, Thank you very much indeed for your letter of July 31st., together with… | ||
| scan0404 | Layout of the Buick 'Century' model and comparing its wheel geometry with existing independent suspension designs. | ||
| View original record | X1049 To E. From Ha/Rm. c. to Wor. c. to By. c. to Da. Ha/Rm.9/MJ.13.8.36. LAY-OUT OF THE BUICK 'CENTURY' MODEL. I was so impressed with the steering and cornering ability of the Buick 'Century' Model… | ||
| scan0405 | Comparison table of wheel and suspension geometry for various car models. | ||
| View original record | Buick Century 1936. | Wraith ll. | Ph.lll. | Ph.lll Wraith Levers. Tyre Size. | 6.5 x 16 | 7 x 17 | 7 x 18 | 7 x 18 Out of Centre Point. | 2.200" | 2.110" | 2.212" | 2.212" Pivot Caster | 3° | 1° | 1°… | ||
| scan0406 | Weight of the Phantom III model and its impact on cost and performance. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. & Wor. c. to E. c. to By. c. to Da. Hs/Rm.4/KW.26.8.36. Phantom III Weights. We have now got the average weight of the first Phantom III's delivered to customers, and compared them with the… | ||
| scan0407 | Report discussing vehicle handling, economy, and the benefits of weight reduction, with comparisons to competitors. | ||
| View original record | -2- (3) Handling Characteristics. A lighter car is almost invariably nicer to handle than a replica which weighs more, particularly with regard to the steering. Again, the Bentley and 20/25… | ||
| scan0408 | Possibility of reducing the weight of the Ph.III chassis and body. | ||
| View original record | -3- Hs/Rm.4/KW.20.8.36. Summarising the position, we are sure that, after carefully going over the pieces, it is possible to get between 3 and 4 cwts. off the Ph.III chassis weight and make it on the… | ||
| scan0409 | Comparison of specifications and weights for Buick cars from 1932 and 1936. | ||
| View original record | -4- Hs/Rm.4/KW.26.8.36. Comparison Buick Weights. 1932 Cars compared with 1936 Cars. 1932 1936 Model 32-60 36-40 36-60 Wheelbase 118" 118" 122" Piston displacement 272 cu.in. 233 cu.in. 320 cu.in.… | ||
| scan0410 | List of weight and cost decreases for a Bentley Chassis. | ||
| View original record | -5- Hs/Rm.4/KW.26.8.36. Weight Decrease - Bentley Chassis. Item. Weight Decrease Cost Decrease. Clutch 17 lbs. More than £3.10. 0d. Delete Prop. Shaft Damper 10 lbs. About £2. 9. 0d. Mark VI Radiator… | ||
| scan0411 | List of component modifications showing the resulting increase in weight and cost. | ||
| View original record | -6- Hs/Rm.4/KW.26.8.36. Item Weight Increase Cost Increase Bumper Bar 34 lbs. £4.10. 0d. Starter Motor Reduction Gear 4 lbs. £2. 2. 7d. Noise Insulation 20 lbs. About £4. 0. 0d. Isolated Change Speed… | ||
| scan0412 | Comparison of chassis and body weights for Phantom II and Phantom III cars with different coachbuilder bodies. | ||
| View original record | COMPARISON OF CHASSIS WEIGHT AND BODY WEIGHTS OF PHANTOM II AND PHANTOM III CARS CHASSIS NO. | COACHBUILDER AND TYPE OF BODY | CHASSIS WEIGHT | WEIGHT OF BODY AND STANDARD ACCESSORIES. CWT. LBS. |… | ||
| scan0413 | Table showing the variation of chassis weights for Phantom II, Phantom III, 20/25 HP, and Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Rm.4/KW.2.3.36. Variation of Chassis Weights of Ph.II, Ph.III, 20/25 & Bentley cars throughout the periods of their production. Car Chassis Series Chassis Weight Phantom II. L-2 3811 lbs. (All long… | ||
| scan0414 | Letter from Buick Motor Company enclosing a 1937 Buick Shop Manual. | ||
| View original record | BUICK MOTOR COMPANY FLINT, MICHIGAN VALVE-IN-HEAD Buick STRAIGHT EIGHT October 7, 1936. Mr. W. A. Robotham Rolls Royce Co., Derby, England. Dear Sir: In checking over our mailing list for Shop Manuals… | ||
| scan0415 | Letter to The Buick Motor Co. thanking them for a service manual and offering to reciprocate with their own information. | ||
| View original record | x 1049 Exptl. Dept. 16th October, 1936. Hs/Rm.14/KW. Mr. Paul E. McGrath, Engineering Dept., The Buick Motor Co., Flint, Mich., U.S.A. Dear Sir, Thank you for your letter of October 7th, together with… | ||
| scan0416 | Circulating a 1937 Buick Shop Manual to discuss noteworthy points and potential advantages. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Gry. Hs/Les. Hs/Smth. Hs/APM. Hs/FJH. Hs/Std. Hs/Wst. Hs/FD. Hs/Wym. Hs/GR. Hs/JBD. Hs/Swdl. Hs/CTS. Hs/Mths. x1049 Herewith the Buick Shop Manual for 1937, which contains a great deal of useful… | ||
| scan0417 | Numbered list of technical notes and queries regarding automotive components and design. | ||
| View original record | -2- (13) Pistons have head deflection groove above top ring. Two scraper rings; other two tapered. Gap .010 to .018, side .0015 to .003. Handwritten: Gry to enquire why Handwritten Initials: Mths.… | ||
| scan0418 | List of observations and questions about various vehicle components, with assigned initials for action. | ||
| View original record | -3- Hs/Rm.17/1w.16.10.36. (25) 5" Rims for the 97-90 model have a rim thickness of .145-.155. For the 97-60, which is on a par with the Bentley, rim thickness .130 - .140 (page 177). What are figures… | ||
| scan0419 | Letter to Buick Motor Co. requesting information on a device preventing second gear disengagement on their 1937 models. | ||
| View original record | 1049 Experimental Department 30th October 1936. Rm/Gry.1/AP. W.Chayne Esq., The Buick Motor Co., Flint, Michigan, U.S.A. Dear Mr.Chayne, I believe on your 1937 models you have evolved a device for… | ||
| scan0420 | Letter from Buick Motor Company enclosing a catalogue and shop manual for the 1936 Buick 'Century'. | ||
| View original record | BUICK MOTOR COMPANY FLINT, MICHIGAN VALVE-IN-HEAD Buick STRAIGHT EIGHT July 1, 1936 Mr. W. A. Robotham, Rolls Royce Co., Derby, England. Dear Sir: We have been requested by Mr. Maurice Olley to… | ||
| scan0421 | Letter from Buick Motor Company concerning a device to prevent second gear from slipping on the overrun. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: Hdy Please return 1049 Rm /KAY BUICK MOTOR COMPANY FLINT, MICHIGAN VALVE-IN-HEAD Buick STRAIGHT EIGHT December 24, 1936 Mr. L. H. Grylls Rolls-Royce Ltd. Derbyshire, England Dear Sir:… | ||
| scan0422 | Engineering drawing of a second and third speed clutch component with internal and external splines. | ||
| View original record | BUICK MOTOR CO. FLINT, MICH., U.S.A. ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT CHANGE DATE E) TRACED; 1.000 DIA. AND 1.3201 ADDED REQ. 27280 8-18-36 F) 3 1/8 DIA. TO 2 11/16 DIA. REQ. 27519 10-3-36 1.000 DIA. JIG PIN… | ||
| scan0423 | Letter to the Buick Motor Company asking five technical questions about their engine design. | ||
| View original record | 1049 10.11.36. W. Chayne, Esq., The Buick Motor Company, Flint, Michigan, U.S.A. Dear Mr. Chayne, We have all been delving into the 1937 Manual that you kindly sent us. The result is that all the… | ||
| scan0424 | The concluding page of a letter with questions regarding an instruction manual. | ||
| View original record | -2- 10.11.36. I hope you won't mind us worrying you with all these questions, but they are the just result of your having sent us your Instruction Manual. Yours sincerely, | ||
| scan0425 | Letter from Buick Motor Company answering technical questions about their engine design, including push rods, pistons, and crankcase ventilation. | ||
| View original record | BUICK MOTOR COMPANY FLINT, MICHIGAN VALVE-IN-HEAD Buick STRAIGHT EIGHT January 4, 1937 Mr. L. H. Grylls Rolls Royce Ltd. Derby, England Dear Sir: Your letter of November 10th written to Mr. Chayne has… | ||
| scan0426 | Page 2 of a letter from Buick Motor Company regarding engine lubrication and contamination. | ||
| View original record | -- Page 2 -- Mr. L. H. Grylls formed in the crankcase by condensation. If this water is not removed, it may freeze in cold climates, thereby interfering with the lubrication system. The sulphur… | ||
| scan0427 | Analysis of valve lash variation resulting from the substitution of aluminum for malleable iron rocker arm brackets. | ||
| View original record | VALVE LASH VARIATION By the substitution of aluminum brackets for the malleable iron brackets used in previous designs, a marked reduction in valve lash variation has been obtained. In order to best… | ||
| scan0428 | Continued report on valve lash variation, comparing aluminum and malleable iron brackets. | ||
| View original record | #2. VALVE LASH VARIATION (CONT'D) With the aluminum brackets the lash at 0°F is not more than .015", as in the case of the malleable brackets, but less, as shown on the lash curve sheet. And due to… | ||
| scan0429 | Test procedure for checking high-coefficient rocker arm brackets. | ||
| View original record | TEST NO. 606-I SHEET NO. 1 NO.SHEETS 6 DATE: 2-11-36 PROCEDURE USED IN CHECKING HIGH-COEFFICIENT ROCKER ARM BRACKETS. --- 1936 Series 60-80-90 Engine on block in cold room. 20-W oil was used. Oil pan… | ||
| scan0430 | Graph comparing valve lash, oil temperature, and water temperature over time for a 1936 Series 60 engine with different rocker arm bracket materials. | ||
| View original record | 1936 PROD. SERIES 60 ENGINE LEGEND: [--] 1936 PROD. ROCKER ARM BRACKETS WITH COOLER - INTAKE VALVES, AVE. OF 3 [--] 1936 PROD. ROCKER ARM BRACKETS WITH COOLER - EXHAUST VALVES, AVE. OF 3 [-.-] #83… | ||
| scan0431 | Graph comparing valve lash and temperatures for a 1936 P.OD. Series 60 engine with different rocker arm brackets. | ||
| View original record | 1936 P.OD. SERIES 60 ENGINE LEGEND: 1936 PROD. ROCKER ARM BRACKETS, WITHOUT COOLER - INTAKE VALVES, AVE. OF 3 1936 PROD. ROCKER ARM BRACKETS, WITHOUT COOLER - EXHAUST VALVES, AVE. OF 3 #83 ALLOY… | ||
| scan0432 | Drawing and specification sheet for a 1937 Buick Flywheel. | ||
| View original record | 1049. 1937 BUICK FLYWHEEL SER. 60-80-90 CAP. 320.2 cu. in. WT. 43.5 lbs. | ||
| scan0433 | Specification sheet detailing the weights of various parts for 1937 Buick models. | ||
| View original record | Buick 10h9. COPY. 1937 BUICK WEIGHTS. March 24th, 1937. WEIGHT IN POUNDS. PART. Series "40" Series "60" Series "80" Series "90" Engine - (Less clutch and oil, includes manifold.) 705 836 836 836… | ||
| scan0434 | Buick inter-departmental memorandum answering questions on vehicle components like shackles, shocks, suspension, weights, and exhausts. | ||
| View original record | Buick. COPY. BUICK - INTER-DEPARTMENTAL MEMORANDUM. To - Mr. C.A. CHAYNE. DATE - March 25th, 1937 In answer to the questions submitted by Mr. W.A. Robotham, we are furnishing you with the following… | ||
| scan0435 | Comparison table of performance data for four different engines. | ||
| View original record | 1049 | | PACARD | S. 3 | 37 - 60 BUICK | C 15 |---|---|---|---|---| | Bore | 3 3/16 | 3 3/8 | 3 7/16 | 3 1/4 | Stroke | 4 1/4 | 4 1/4 | 4 5/16 | 4 7/8 | DISP. | 236 | 228 | 320.2 | 323.5 | B.H.P. |… | ||