Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| Scan001 | Inquiry to T.B. Andre & Co. Ltd. for particulars of the Hartford Shock Absorber. | ||
| View original record | X4426 HS2/LG. 28th. Oct. 1921. Messrs. T.B. Andre & Co.Ltd., 5, Dering Street, London W.1. Dear Sirs, Will you please send us complete particulars of the Hartford Shock Absorber. We wish to know in… | ||
| Scan002 | Viability and cost of fitting Hartford shock absorbers to overcome issues with leaf springs. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to E. Da. BY. EP. X4426 Hs3/LG31.10.21. X.4329 - SHOCK ABSORBERS. X.4426 In order to overcome the complaints caused by the absence of friction in thick leaf springs, we… | ||
| Scan003 | Quote for Hartford shock absorbers as an alternative for the Goshawk. | ||
| View original record | contd:- -2- Hs3/LG31.10.21. ----------- have been quoted for a pair of these shock absorbers is £6. We suggest that we should consider these shock absorbers as an alternative on the Goshawk. Attached… | ||
| Scan004 | Minutes of a conference discussing the testing and fitting of Hartford Shock Absorbers on the 40/50 chassis. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to E. c. to Da. c. to BY. c. to EP. c. to PN. c. to Hm. c. to Wor. Y4476 Hs4/LG7.12.21. SHOCK ABSORBERS FOR 40/50 CHASSIS. X.4426 X.3461 At the Conference held in Derby on… | ||
| Scan005 | Performance, benefits, and recommendation of Hartford Shock Absorbers. | ||
| View original record | Contd:- -2- Hs4/LG7.12.21. ----------- easy to adjust they are very useful for making comparative tests so as to be able to appreciate the difference with and without shock absorbers working. We find… | ||
| Scan006 | The advantages and disadvantages of fitting 'Hartford' shock absorbers. | ||
| View original record | contd:- R R. 3358 (100 T) (S.H. 798.10-12-20) G. 2948 -3- Hs4/LG/17.12.21. Even if R-R have to fit the shock absorbers free of charge; to fit "Hartfords" to a car is the cheapest way of obtaining the… | ||
| Scan007 | Blueprint showing the general dimensions of Hartford Shock Absorbers. | ||
| View original record | HARTFORD SHOCK ABSORBERS GENERAL DIMENSIONS. TABLE: TYPE NO A B 103 LONG 10 5 103 SHORT 8 3/4 5 101 LONG 8 3/4 4 101 SHORT 7 1/4 4 NOTE ALL OTHER DIMENSIONS FOR BOTH TYPES AS SHOWN ABOVE LONG… | ||
| Scan008 | Internal memorandum discussing the suitability and fitting of shock absorbers for the 40/50 chassis. | ||
| View original record | X4426 Hs. from R. c. to CJ c. to E. c. to Da. c. to BY. c. to EP. X.3461 c. to PN. X.1494 c. to Hm. X.4426 c. to Wor. R8/M9.12.21. - SHOCK ABSORBERS FOR 40/50 CHASSIS. Regarding your hs4/LG7.12.21. My… | ||
| Scan009 | Policy on fitting thin lead springs versus shock dampers. | ||
| View original record | To BJ. from R. c. to CJ. c. to EP. c. to HB. c. to BY. c. to OY. c. to WOT. X4426 R2/M15.12.21. RE. THIN LEAD SPRINGS OR SHOCK DAMPERS. X.3461. X.4426. X.2628 I do not consider it would be good policy… | ||
| Scan010 | Internal order request for three sets of Hartford Shock Absorbers without fittings. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 208a (100 T) (S.H. 708/ 10-12-20) G. 2948 X.4426 Wd. from Hs. Hs5/LG16.12.21. Will you please order 3 sets of Hartford Shock Absorbers less fittings. We want these to be similar to the set you… | ||
| Scan011 | Suggestion to change the Goshawk 11 rear shock absorbers to a 'Hartford' scissor-type construction to prevent fouling the rear spring. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to E. c. to Da. c. to BY. c. to BP. c. to Wor. X4426 Hs2/LG16.12.21. X.4329 - GOSHAWK 11. X.4426 SHOCK ABSORBERS - REAR. X.3461. When the car is on the maximum bump on one… | ||
| Scan012 | Fitting of Hartford shock-absorbers to the 40/50 HP chassis to address customer complaints about springing. | ||
| View original record | X4426 To Hs. from BJ. Copies to PP. (crossed out) Hm. (crossed out) Wox. (crossed out) BJ8/H17.12.21. SHOCK-ABSORBERS FOR 40/50-H.P. CHASSIS. With reference to H's suggestion that Hartford… | ||
| Scan013 | Instructing the return of two Hartford shock absorbers to the stores for forwarding to the supplier. | ||
| View original record | X4426 To BP. from Hs. c. to Ms. c. to Mr. Chatwin - Stores. Hs2/LC19.12.21. We are returning to the Stores two Hartford Shock Absorbers type 103 - short type. These are to be returned to the suppliers… | ||
| Scan014 | Use of Hartford Shock Absorbers on the 40/50 chassis to resolve customer complaints about ride quality. | ||
| View original record | X4426 To BJ. from Hs. a. to SP. b. to H. c. to H. d. to Wor. Hsl/LG/19.12.21. SHOCK ABSORBERS FOR 40/50 CHASSIS. X 4426 Referring to your EJB/H17.12.21. It is possible, by the nature of the customers'… | ||
| Scan015 | Standardisation sheets and arrangements for testing Goshawk 11 and Hartford shock absorbers. | ||
| View original record | X4426 S/W. Hs. PN10/DN20.12.21. STANDARDISATION SHEETS. X.4387 - Pilot Jet. X.3438 - Reinforcing plate to fan blade. X.4219 X.4426 In reply to your Hs5/LG13.12.21, I have neither of these sheets. I am… | ||
| Scan016 | Customer complaints about springing and the use of Hartford shock absorbers as a solution on post-war cars. | ||
| View original record | X4426 To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to E. c. to Da. c. to PN. c. to HY. c. to EP. c. to Hm. Hsl/LG.3.1.21. X.3923 X.3461 "HARTFORD" SHOCK ABSORBERS. X.4426 X.3745 The complaints of springing which we… | ||
| Scan017 | The 'Hartford' friction damper as a cure for car jagging when braking, including test data. | ||
| View original record | contd:- -2- Hs1/LG3.1.22. is the best cure we know of for preventing a 40/50 H.P. car jagging or dithering on the road when the brake is applied. The 4-stage shock absorber does not overcome this… | ||
| Scan018 | Testing and benefits of fitting Hartford shock absorbers to various car models. | ||
| View original record | 1/Hs. X4426 PN7/DN/3.1.22. Hs JAN 5 1922 RECEIVED TO BJ. c. to Hs. and H. SHOCK ABSORBERS. When at the Works on Friday, the 30th ult., I made some tests with Hs. on one of our 40/50 experimental cars… | ||
| Scan019 | The preparations and modifications for two Riviera cars ahead of their shipment to France. | ||
| View original record | X4426 Hs. from PN. c. to CJ. c. to EP. c. to Mac. PN4/DN4.1.22 X.2565 - RE THE TWO RIVIERA CARS - X.4426. X.3461. All formalities in connection with these two cars going to France, also arrangements… | ||
| Scan020 | Request for a pair of Hartford shock absorbers for an open demonstration car due to the present ones being noisy. | ||
| View original record | X4426 PN4/DN/13.1.22. S/W. Hs. RECEIVED JAN 14 1922 H Chassis 81-TW - Open Demonstration Car. Can you send to Cricklewood immediately, please, a pair of Hartford shock absorbers to be fitted to this… | ||
| Scan021 | Re-arrangement of Hartford Shock Absorber brackets for Chassis 81-TW. | ||
| View original record | PN. from Hs. X4426 Hs1/LG14.1.22. CHASSIS 81-TW. X4426 Y3922 We are re-arranging the brackets for the Hartford Shock Absorber in order to get more movement. We will send a pair of shock absorbers for… | ||
| Scan022 | Request for a replacement set of Hartford shock absorbers for chassis 107-MG, as the current ones are unsatisfactory. | ||
| View original record | P/Hives copy EP X 4426 P.N/Wa.6/Go Re: chassis 107-MG I find the shock absorbers now fitted to this car quite unsatisfactory and do not want to try them on this car any further. Please send forward… | ||
| Scan023 | Requesting a set of Hartford shock absorbers to be sent to the Nice Depot for chassis 107-MG. | ||
| View original record | P/Hives copy EF. X4426 We.29/Go.24.I.22 JAN 24 1922 re: chassis 107-MG With further reference to our memo PN/Wa.6/Go of yesterday kindly note to send the set of Hartford shock absorbers for above car… | ||
| Scan024 | Delay in sending brackets for Hartford Shock Absorbers for chassis 107-MG. | ||
| View original record | X4426 PN. from Hs. c. to EP. c. to Wa - Paris. CHASSIS 107-MG. Hs4/LG25.1.22. With reference to your PN/Wa6/Co., we shall not have any of the latest brackets for the Hartford Shock Absorbers ready… | ||
| Scan025 | Acknowledgement of an order for brackets and Hartford shock absorbers for chassis 107-MG, to be sent to the Nice Depot. | ||
| View original record | X4426 P/Hs. Works Wa.12/Co.31.I.22 re: chassis 107-MG We have duly received your Hs4/LG25.I.22 and have noted that you will send the brackets and a pair of Hartford shock absorbers ordered by Mr… | ||
| Scan026 | Requesting feedback on shock absorbers, carburetter, and axle performance, with an update on car production and movements. | ||
| View original record | X4426 PN. from Hs. X4426 X4299 X4219 - X4387 X3923 X3461 - Hs2/LG3. 2. 22. We send you herewith blue-print showing the method of fitting the Hartford Shock Absorber to the rear of a 40/50 H.P. Car. I… | ||
| Scan027 | Instructing the stores to despatch Hartford Shock Absorbers to the depot in Nice, France. | ||
| View original record | BP. from Hs. c. to Mr. Chatwin - Stores. X4426 Hsl/LG3. 2. 22. We are sending into the Stores for despatch to the R-R Depot at Nice, France - 1 pair of Hartford Shock Absorbers complete with bracket -… | ||
| Scan028 | Works order for the despatch of Hartford shock absorbers and brackets for Mr. Northey's Trials' Car. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 615B (10T Sets.) (SR. 992 13-3-18) M.P. 190/155 Copy Mr. Hives X4426 64254 WKS. ORDER No. CHASSIS No. 3rd January 19122 Customer's No. Customer's Order No. Hs1/LG3.2.22 Owner's Name Customer… | ||
| Scan029 | Report from the Nice Dépôt regarding shock absorber failures and performance, urgently requesting Hartford parts. | ||
| View original record | NICE DÉPOT X4426 HS. Derby Copy to CJ. Copy to EF. PN2/MB/7.2.22. 19sx Frouet I have received your H82/LG/3.2.22. and have wired you to-day as follows: "107-M.G. HARTFORDS NOT ARRIVED YET WHEN WERE… | ||
| Scan030 | Issues with rear springs and the recommendation to fit Hartford pattern shock dampers. | ||
| View original record | X4426 To RR. of America Inc. from R. For the attention of - Mr. Belnap. Mr. Olley. Mr. Wadin. c. to CJ. BJ. c. to FN. Hs. c. to BY. EP. c. to Hm. R2/M10.2.22. RE. REAR SPRINGS. X.2628 X.3538 X.3461.… | ||
| Scan031 | Notes on the theory of shock absorbers as applied to the suspension of motor cars. | ||
| View original record | X4426 1. SOME NOTES ON THE THEORY OF SHOCK ABSORBERS AS APPLIED TO THE SUSPENSION OF MOTOR CARS. ---o0o--- Introduction:- When dealing with the suspension of motor cars many factors have to be taken… | ||
| Scan032 | The function and benefits of Hartford Shock Absorbers for motor car suspension systems. | ||
| View original record | 2. Now a light and more flexible spring which gives readily to the obstructions, reduces the shocks but does not prevent oscillation and bounding, which may cause great discomfort to the passengers… | ||
| Scan033 | Explaining the theory and fundamental principles of Hartford Shock Absorbers. | ||
| View original record | 3. Theory:- In the following short description dealing with theory and action of Shock Absorbers, all technical calculations and unnecessary formula have been avoided to explain the general… | ||
| Scan034 | Technical discussion on the effects of road conditions on spring oscillation and methods of damping, including the use of friction. | ||
| View original record | 4. If the road condition is reversed and we consider the effect of the car dropping off an elevation, or going into a hole, the curve shown in figure 6 will be obtained. In this case, there are two… | ||
| Scan035 | Explanation of the principles of spring oscillation and the benefits of two-way shock absorbers, specifically the Hartford type. | ||
| View original record | 5. It will be evident from the foregoing explanation of spring oscillation that no device which does not absorb energy from the spring can be a Shock Absorber in the sense of damping out oscillations.… | ||
| Scan036 | Blueprint with diagrams explaining the theory of Hartford shock absorbers. | ||
| View original record | DIAGRAMS EXPLAINING THE THEORY OF HARTFORD SHOCK ABSORBERS FIG. 1 FIG. 2 FIG. 3 FIG. 4 FIG. 5 FIG. 6 W A B C J.M. | ||
| Scan037 | Extracts from a letter by Mr. Royce discussing his stay in France and various car development topics. | ||
| View original record | X4426 Extracts from a letter from Mr. Royce, dated 26th. Feb. '22. La Villa Mimosa, Le Canadel, Par le Lavandou, Var. France, X.4219 X.4221 X.3923 X.4426 X.2565. "We arrived quite fairly well but the… | ||
| Scan038 | The policy for standardising parts that have proven satisfactory, using Hartford Shock Absorbers as a case example. | ||
| View original record | X4426 X1775 BJ. From Hs. hsl/LG4.3.22. Referring to yourBJ9/H2.3.22 attached. The standard-isation sheets which are sent out from the Experimental Dept. Office. We act on the policy that it is our… | ||
| Scan039 | Changeover of the cross steering tube and the standardisation sheet for the Hartford shock absorber. | ||
| View original record | X4426 To Hs. from E. c. to CJ. c. to EP. E7/M15.3.22. CROSS STEERING TUBE CHANGEOVER - AND X.3441. STANDARDISATION SHEET FOR HARTFORD X.4404. SHOCK ABSORBER. We send you herewith memo.… | ||
| Scan040 | Cover note for correspondence regarding a cross steering tube changeover and a standardisation sheet for a Hartford shock absorber. | ||
| View original record | Y4426 To Hs. (C/O R. Le Canadel.) from Expl: Dept: Hs/TMW/LG17.3.22. RE. CROSS STEERING TUBE CHANGEOVER, AND STANDARDISATION SHEET FOR HARTFORD SHOCK ABSORBER We attach correspondence referring to the… | ||
| Scan041 | Cover memo requesting remarks on an attached document from the Paris Depot regarding front shock absorbers and rattles on cars. | ||
| View original record | X4426 Ex. from EP. c. to Hs. EP/Thn9/Hl0.5.22. Re. Front Shock Absorbers and Rattles on the front of cars. ------------------------- We attach herewith copy of memo we have received from Paris Depot,… | ||
| Scan042 | Mysterious rattles on the front of new cars, traced to poorly fitting front shock absorbers. | ||
| View original record | B/Eu COPY EP. ALLEN. Ps.6/Go.3.5.22. Re: Front Shock Absorbers and rattles on the front of cars. We have had two or three cases of mysterious rattles on the front of new cars. This has been traced to… | ||
| Scan043 | Letter to T.B. Andre & Co. Ltd. regarding a noise issue with Hartford Shock Absorbers due to worn bushes. | ||
| View original record | X4426 Hs3/LG. 19th. June 1922. Messrs. T.B. Andre & Co.Ltd., 5, Dering Street, London W.1. Dear Sirs, We have now fitted a number of sets of Hartford Shock Absorbers to Rolls-Royce chassis. The… | ||
| Scan044 | Inspecting cars fitted with Hartford shock absorbers due to issues with premature wear and noise. | ||
| View original record | Hn. Y4426 EP/HS3/020.6.22. REPAIR DEPT. REC'D A.T. Re. Hartford Shock Absorbers. ------- The following is a copy of memo' BJ4/H19.6.22 which we have this morning received from BJ. and which has… | ||
| Scan045 | Letter from T.B. Andre & Co. Ltd. responding to a complaint about wear on Hartford Shock Absorbers. | ||
| View original record | y4426 TRADE & EXPORT ONLY. ESTABLISHED 1903. TELEGRAMS, "OVANTIS, WESDO, LONDON." CABLE CODE, A.B.C. 5TH EDITION. TELEPHONE MAYFAIR 2542 (2 LINES). From T.B. Andre & Co. Ltd Automobile Components.… | ||
| Scan046 | Wear on Hartford Shock Absorbers due to incorrect fitting and lubrication. | ||
| View original record | X4426 To EP. from Hs. c. to Hm. c. to Br. c. to Wa. (Paris) c. to PN. Hs2/LG22.6.22. HARTFORD SHOCK ABSORBERS, X4426 We have had a representative to see us from the Agents of the Hartford Shock… | ||
| Scan047 | The contact person to handle noise complaints that may occur in London. | ||
| View original record | contd:- -2- complaints of noise which may occur and they asked us, that if any complaints occurred in London, that we would get into communication with - Mr. Trier, C/O T.B. Andre & Co.Ltd., 5 Dering… | ||
| Scan048 | The performance and a weakness found in Hartford Shock Absorbers after fitting them to cars. | ||
| View original record | To R. from hs. c. to CJ. c. to E c. to Da. c. to BY. c. to EP. X4426 Hsl/LG22.6.22. HARTFORD SHOCK ABSORBERS X.4426. We have now fitted approximately 20 sets of these shock absorbers and there are 20… | ||
| Scan049 | The guarantee for shock absorbers and replacement of faulty parts. | ||
| View original record | contd:- -2- They also say, providing the present shock absorbers are fitted up in the manner they recommend, they will give the same guarantee with their shock absorbers as we give with our chassis;… | ||
| Scan050 | Faulty Hartford Shock Absorbers and clarifying fitting procedures with spring washers. | ||
| View original record | Y4426 Hs. from EP. c. to Hm. c. to Br. c. to Wa.(Paris). c. to PN. EP6/H23.6.22. Re. HARTFORD SHOCK ABSORBERS. We have read with interest your memo Hs2/LG22.6.22, which we take it has been issued as a… | ||
| Scan051 | Noisy Hartford shock-absorbers and proposing an instruction leaflet. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from BJ. BJ22/H23.6.22. XC4426 Hartford Shock-absorbers. It has been a relief to us to read Hs2/LG22.6.22, as we were very worried about the possibility of our numerous customers who have these… | ||
| Scan052 | Letter from T. B. Andre & Co. Ltd regarding wear on wood bushes in Hartford Shock Absorbers. | ||
| View original record | X4486 TRADE & EXPORT ONLY. ESTABLISHED 1903. BRANCHES: PARIS & NEW YORK. TELEGRAMS: 'OVANTIS, WESDO, LONDON.' CABLE CODE: A.B.C. 5TH EDITION. TELEPHONE: MAYFAIR 2542 (2 LINES). From T. B. Andre & Co.… | ||
| Scan053 | Letter from T. B. Andre & Co. Ltd. regarding a parts guarantee and a trial of type 104 Hartford Shock Absorbers. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - place under ordinary conditions. You can rely on us doing everything that may be necessary to put matters right, and we are quite prepared to extend our guarantee to cover any guarantee you may… | ||
| Scan054 | Covering letter attaching correspondence from T.B. Andre & Co.Ltd regarding Hartford Shock Absorbers. | ||
| View original record | Y4426 EP. from Hs. c. to EY. c. to Roy. Hs1/LG28.6.22. HARTFORD SHOCK ABSORBERS. X.4426 - We attach for your information copy of letter we have received from T.B.Andre & Co.Ltd. dated 26th.inst. re.… | ||
| Scan055 | Letter from T.B. Andre & Co Ltd. concerning wear issues and proposed solutions for Hartford Shock Absorbers. | ||
| View original record | COPY. From T.B. Andre & Co Ltd., 5 Dering Street, New Bond Street, London W.1. 26th. June 1922. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Rd., Derby. Dear Sirs, RE HARTFORD SHOCK ABSORBERS. For the… | ||
| Scan056 | Letter from T. B. Andre & Co. Ltd. offering the new type 104 model. | ||
| View original record | contd:- -2- The type 104 is a new model and at present can only be supplied complete with universal brackets and fittings. They are cheaper than the type 103 and we can offer you these at £5 per pair… | ||
| Scan057 | Wear issues and the fitting of Hartford shock absorbers. | ||
| View original record | A4426 P/Hs. Wa.5/Co.29.6.22 Re: Hartford Shock Absorbers. Your memo Hs2/LG.22.6.22 duly received. We have had one similar case of wear showing on chassis 27-SG. We fitted these shock absorbers here… | ||
| Scan058 | Note on Hartford Shock Absorbers, comparing the double type intended for racing cars with the single type. | ||
| View original record | Wa. Paris. from Hs. Y4426 Hs2/LG1.7.22. HARTFORD SHOCK ABSORBERS. We have received your note re. the above. The double Hartford Shock Absorber is intended for racing cars where they wish to have a… | ||
| Scan059 | Extract from a letter by Mr. Minchin regarding the essential nature of Hartford shock absorbers. | ||
| View original record | X.4426. Extract from BJ4/H5.7.22. X.2565. Letter from Mr. Minchin. V4426 P.S. Neither of these performances would have been possible without the Hartford shock absorbers you have fitted. I now cons-… | ||
| Scan060 | Letter from T.B. Andre & Co. concerning experimental oilless bushes and washers for Hartford Shock Absorbers. | ||
| View original record | From T. B. Andre & Co. Ltd Automobile Components 5, DERING STREET, NEW BOND STREET, LONDON, W.1. TRADE & EXPORT ONLY. ESTABLISHED 1903. BRANCHES: PARIS & NEW YORK. TELEGRAMS: 'OVANTIS, WESDO, LONDON.'… | ||
| Scan061 | The policy on fitting thick versus thin leaf rear springs. | ||
| View original record | X4426 To Fy. from R. c. to Wor. c. to BY. c. to Hs. c. to PN. c. to EP. c. to Br. c. to H. R3/M10.8.22. RE. THICK LEAF REAR SPRINGS. X.2628. X.4241. X.4426. Never fit these to new cars, Always replace… | ||
| Scan062 | Faulty shock absorber with a prematurely worn wooden bush being sent for examination. | ||
| View original record | X4426 To Hs. from Hm. [Text struck through: To Ws.] Hm9/W15.8.22. I am sending you a Shock Absorber which has been taken off a car which has done 3,000 miles only. You will see from examination that… | ||
| Scan063 | Springfield's experience with springing, leaf springs, and various shock absorbers like Hartford and Watson's Stabilizer. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten] X4426 [Typed, faded] PY/SP from HP. c. to H.R. c. to EY. c. to Hs. c. to PH. c. to EE. e. to H. [Typed] EP4/H.S.8.22. [Handwritten] X4426 Re. SPRINGING AND HARTFORD SHOCK ABSORBERS. I… | ||
| Scan064 | Comparison of thick and thin leaf springs, referencing pre-war designs and drive characteristics. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - EP4/116.8.22. compared with thick leaf springs, and America contend that if the slack in the drive is eliminated (to avoid chunking) and the tyres not pumped up too hard, that only a slight… | ||
| Scan065 | Schematic for a shock absorber application on the left front outside of a frame. | ||
| View original record | SHOCK ABSORBER APPLICATION B2691 X4426 STYLE SHOCK ABSORBER 104 Edward V. Hartford, Inc. X4426 JERSEY CITY, N.J. SCALE DRAWN CB CH'K'D APP'D LEFT FRONT OUTSIDE OF FRAME 3 3/8" 3/8 HOLE IN FRAME USE… | ||
| Scan066 | Continued memo regarding shock dampers, spring flexibility, and damping friction. | ||
| View original record | contd:- -2- that the maximum damping effect be obtained from the front shock dampers and that the rear of the car should be fitted with the Hartford pattern as described above. You will notice that… | ||
| Scan067 | Diagram illustrating the application and fitting of a left rear shock absorber inside the frame. | ||
| View original record | SHOCK ABSORBER APPLICATION B269 SCALE 1/2 DRAWN C.B. STYLE SHOCK ABSORBER 104 Edward V. Hartford, Inc. JERSEY CITY, N.J. 9 5/8" 1 1/2" TOWARD FRONT OF CAR FROM CENTER LINE OF AXLE 5/8 HOLE IN FRAME… | ||
| Scan068 | Diagram analyzing the resistance of a shock absorber arm when force is applied at various angles. | ||
| View original record | X 1638 RESISTANCE OF SHOCK ABSORBER WITH FORCE APPLIED WHEN ARM IS AT VARIOUS ANGLES SCALE FULL SIZE V DRAWN E.H. MATRD. R.L.D. EDWARD + HARTFORD INC JERSEY CITY N.J. CURVES DESCRIBED BY ARM PIN X FOR… | ||
| Scan069 | Requesting an update on when a shock absorber has been sent to stores. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Wd. VU426 Wd/GEA7/HP18.8.22 [Stamp: RECEIVED 21 Hs 1922 with clock face] Referring to memo Hm9/W15.8.22, copy of which you have, concerning Shock Absorber, we should be glad if you will… | ||
| Scan070 | The despatch of shock absorbers for repairs and testing. | ||
| View original record | X4426 BP. from Hs. c. to CHAT. Stores. Hs1/LG23.8.22. We are sending into the Stores for despatch to - Messrs. T.A.B. Andre, 5 Dering Street, New Bond Street, London W.1. - 1 Hartford front shock… | ||
| Scan071 | Standardization of shock absorbers between the 40/50 and Goshawk models. | ||
| View original record | BY. from Hs. c. to Wor. X4426 Hs4/LG23. 8.22. SHOCK ABSORBERS. X4426 X.3461 We do not consider we should offer any more material for the present 40/50 fornt shock absorber. We recommend that when we… | ||
| Scan072 | Letter concerning the excessive wear of a customer's Hartford Shock Absorber bushes after 3,000 miles. | ||
| View original record | X4426 Hs9/LG. dictated 22nd. Aug. 23rd. 1922. Messrs. T. A. B. Andre, 5 Dering Street, New Bond Street, London W.1. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Trier. We are returning to you a Hartford Shock… | ||
| Scan073 | Continuation of a letter regarding joint slack and the return of unsuitable front shock absorbers. | ||
| View original record | contd:- -2- It is impossible for it to do this if there is any appreciable slack in the joints. In regard to the pair of special front shock absorbers which you kindly left with us. We find that these… | ||
| Scan074 | Standardisation sheet for Hartford Shock Absorbers. | ||
| View original record | X4426 To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. and BJ. c. to Wox. c. to DA. c. to EY. c. to Rg. c. to EP. c. to FN. c. to EWT. for R. R. Inc. Hs/LG23. 9. 22. X.4426 - HARTFORD SHOCK ABSORBERS. We attach copy of… | ||
| Scan075 | Standardisation of chassis parts, specifically 'Hartford' shock absorbers. | ||
| View original record | R R 755 (6 H) (S H 298, 20-2-20) G 2554 COMPLETED 23.9.22 STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Date 14.2.22 X No. 4426 Drawing No. Part List Description of Parts. "HARTFORD" SHOCK ABSORBERS. Origin. To… | ||
| Scan076 | Recommendation to supply wood bushes and washers as spares with every set of Hartford shock absorbers. | ||
| View original record | X4426 BY. from Hs. c. to EP. c. to Hm. Hsl/LG26. 9.22. HARTFORD SHOCK ABSORBERS. We recommend that with every set of Hartford shock absorbers we supply whether on existing cars or whether on new cars,… | ||
| Scan077 | Tests conducted on Hartford shock absorbers to resolve issues with the 49-GB model. | ||
| View original record | X.4426. Mr. Hives. from GWH. HARTFORD SHOCK ABSORBERS. We have made a series of tests with the above owing to experiencing trouble with 49-GB shock absorbers. These shock absorbers had got so polished… | ||
| Scan078 | Tests conducted on shock absorber discs made from various woods, including Beechwood, Teak-wood, and Hartford wood. | ||
| View original record | -2- have been carried out. These tests were carried out with surfaces sand-blasted. Beechwood discs. 71 lbs. 13 ozs. required to move shock absorber set to work at 46 lbs. Teak-wood discs. 71 lbs. 13… | ||
| Scan079 | Test results on the composition of discs used in Hartford Shock Absorbers. | ||
| View original record | Mr. Hives. from GWH. X4426 24.10.22. HARTFORD SHOCK ABSORBERS. Mr. Hall's tests prove that the percentage of oil and wax drained out of one disc is roughly 10% too high of any known wood, and is of a… | ||
| Scan080 | The testing of T.B. Andre & Co. shock absorbers on the 40/50 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | [Text struck through: By. from ROY.] c. to He. X4426 AERO/MG/1.11.22 [Circular Stamp: RECEIVED 1 NOV 1922] I would remind you that Mr. Trier, of Messrs. T.B. Andre & Co., left a one armed Type 104… | ||
| Scan081 | Return of Hartford Duplex Shock absorbers and requesting a different design. | ||
| View original record | Roy. from Hs. X4426 Hsl/LG10.11.22. HARTFORD SHOCK ABSORBERS. X.4426. We are returning you herewith a pair of Hartford Duplex Shock absorbers. We do not require shock absorbers which give us extra… | ||
| Scan082 | Forwarding a communication from Messrs. Andre about the development of new progressive and double-action Hartford Shock Absorbers. | ||
| View original record | X4425 Hs. from ROY. C_ to HY. ------- ROY15/AG14.3.23 ------- Hereunder please find extract from communication to hand this morning from Messrs. Andre re Hartford Shock Absorbers. Kindly advise if you… | ||
| Scan083 | Improving 20 HP shock absorbers to a single-stage setting and the performance of Hartford shock absorbers on the 40/50 HP model. | ||
| View original record | X4426 To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to E. c. to BY. c. to Da. Hs2/LG14.6.23. RE. 20 HP. SHOCK ABSORBERS. X.4329. X.4426. We have carried out tests and find that we can improve the 20 HP. cars when… | ||
| Scan084 | Spring changes and the use of Hartford Shock Absorbers to address axle bouncing complaints. | ||
| View original record | To Wor. BY. Hs. MP. 14426 Hm11/W28.9.23. Re Spring changes & Hartford Shock Absorbers. Attached are copies of :- Barker's letter of the 18th. inst. Memo. from Hr - Hr3/TB/19.9.23. Our reply -… | ||
| Scan085 | Letter from coachbuilder Barker & Co regarding customer complaints about ride comfort and requesting parts. | ||
| View original record | COPY. BARKER & CO (Coachbuilders) LTD., 66-68, SOUTH AUDLEY STREET, LONDON. W.1. 18th. September 1923. Ref:- TC/ER. Dear Sirs, Re:- R.R. 'Barker' All-Weather 49-PE. Lady Vincent Meredith called upon… | ||
| Scan086 | Letter discussing leaf spring specifications for Chassis 49-PE and 1893 for Lady Vincent Meredith, considering the vehicle's use in Canada. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. --------- Hr3/TB/19.9.23. S/W. Hm. Re:- Lady Vincent Meredith. Chassis 49-PE. and Chassis 1893. I attach copy of a letter which I have this morning received from Mr. T. Coates, Sales Manager… | ||
| Scan087 | Response to a query regarding spring specifications, shock absorber fittings for chassis 49-PE, and spring requirements for chassis 1893. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. --------- W/S. - Hr. --------- HmS/W20.9.23. Chassis No. 49-PE - Lady Vincent Meredith. With reference to your Hr3/TB/19.9.23, and copy of Messrs. Barker's letter of the 18th. inst., we have… | ||
| Scan088 | Customer complaint from Lady Vincent Meredith regarding the fitting of Hartford Shock Absorbers and leaf springs on chassis 49-PE. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. -------- Hr4/TB/21.9.23. S/W. Hm... Re:- Lady Vincent Meredith. Chassis 49-PE. Ref: Hm9/W20.9.23. ------------------- With reference to the second paragraph of your above Memorandum. I send… | ||
| Scan089 | Clarifying the policy on fitting shock-absorbers to thick leaf springs following customer complaints. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. ------- To Hm. from BJ. BJ15/H26.9.23. Fitting Shock-absorbers to Thick Leaf Springs. ------------------------- I understand from you that some of the officials at Derby are not quite clear… | ||
| Scan090 | The condition of Hartford Shock Absorbers after a 10,000-mile trial on chassis No. 12-EM. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from Hm. C. to Wor. [struck through] C. to EP. C. to BY. 44426 Hm9/W31.1.24. 10,000 Miles Trials Car. Chassis No. 12-EM. Re Hartford Shock Absorbers. Attached please find copies of Messrs.… | ||
| Scan091 | Letter from T.B. Andre & Co. Ltd. regarding Hartford Shock Absorbers from Chassis No. 12-EM after a 10,000-mile trial. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. T.B. ANDRE & CO. LTD., 5, DERING STREET, NEW BOND STREET, LONDON W.1. 23rd. Jan. 1924. Wd1/NJ22124. VAT/GO.3491. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., DERBY. Dear Sirs, Chassis No. 12-EM, 10,000 Miles… | ||
| Scan092 | Pair of Type 103 Hartford shock absorbers returned after a 10,000 miles trial on chassis 12-EM. | ||
| View original record | COPY. REPORT ON PAIR OF TYPE 103 HARTFORD SHOCK ABSORBERS RETURNED BY MESSRS. ROLLS ROYCE LTD. CHASSIS 12-EM. 10,000 MILES TRIAL. NEARSIDE SHOCK ABSORBER. 1. General condition good, wear on friction… | ||
| Scan093 | Hartford shock absorbers and riding comfort issues on trials car chassis 12-EM. | ||
| View original record | x4426 To Hbn. from Hs. c. to EY. c. to EP. c. to Wor. Hs1/LG22. 2. 24. 10,000 MILES TRIALS CAR - CHASSIS 12-EM. x.4426 HARTFORD SHOCK ABSORBERS. With reference to the letter from Messrs. T.B. Andre… | ||
| Scan094 | Query regarding the replacement of broken Hartford Shock Absorbers with a Duplex type for chassis 86-LK. | ||
| View original record | re 40/50 H.P. Chassis 86-LK. Captain Foljambe 44426 D/BP/HF6/B28.5.24. The Hartford Shock Absorbers on this Chassis recently broke and were forwarded to Messrs. Andres for examination. Andres now… | ||
| Scan095 | Adjustment issues with Hartford shock absorbers due to rusting, proposing a new hexagon-headed bolt. | ||
| View original record | H4426 BY. c. Hs. C. Hm. EP6/H28.5.24. re. HARTFORD SHOCK ABSORBERS. H4426 Trouble has been experienced in adjusting the above after they have been in service for some time, due to what would appear to… | ||
| Scan096 | Broken shock absorber on chassis 86-LK, attributing the failure to overtightening. | ||
| View original record | Y4426. To D/BP; from Hs. c. to EP. Hs4/LG29.5.24. RE. 40/50 HP. CHASSIS 86-LK. Captain Foljambe. We should say, the reason our standard Hartford Shock Absorber broke on this car was owing to the fact… | ||
| Scan097 | Issues with Hartford shock absorbers, including sheared locking pins and incorrect supplied parts. | ||
| View original record | 44426 W.C. (Strikethrough) c. EP. c. Hs. c. Mr. ----- BY/C11/H. 14.6.24. --------------------- HARTFORD SHOCK ABSORBERS. --------------------- Several cases have been reported to us in regard to the… | ||
| Scan098 | Quality issues and requirements for supplied shock absorbers and their fittings. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - BY/C11/H. 14. 6. 24. ----------------- strongly with them, as we feel that the Shock Absorbers they supply to us are not receiving the attention that they should do, otherwise we should not be… | ||
| Scan099 | Clarifying the use of a standard Type 103 shock absorber over a requested 'Duplex' model. | ||
| View original record | H420 from ROY. c. to Hs. Messrs. Andre, in pressing for further Shock Absorber orders state: "I should like to refer you to our previous "correspondence with regard to fitting our "Duplex" "model in… | ||
| Scan100 | Complaints and design improvements for Hartford Shock Absorbers. | ||
| View original record | X4726 By from Wd. c. to EP. c.to Hs. c.to Hm. Wd3/WJ20.6.24 Hartford Shock Absorbers. Upon receipt of By/Cll/Hl4.6.24, I wrote T.B.Andre & Co.Ltd., London, communicating to them our complaints… | ||
| Scan101 | Letter from T.B. Andre & Co. Ltd. concerning defects and improvements to Hartford Shock Absorbers. | ||
| View original record | COPY OF LETTER FROM:- T.B.ANDRE & CO.LTD. AUTOMOBILE COMPONENTS, 5, DERING STREET, NEW BOND STREET, LONDON.W.1. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., DERBY. Wd6/NJ16624. VAT/GO. 18th June, 24. HARTFORD SHOCK… | ||
| Scan102 | Letter concerning the supply and rectification of shock absorber springs. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - We should, therefore, be extremely obliged if you would either return all the shock absorbers having only one large spring plate for rectification, or we shall be pleased to supply you with the… | ||
| Scan103 | Complaints and proposed modifications to Hartford Shock Absorbers, specifically regarding the centre adjusting bolt and spring plates. | ||
| View original record | X4926 BY/C15/H. 24. 6. 24. c. Hs. c. Hm. HARTFORD SHOCK ABSORBERS. --------------------------- With reference to Wd3/NJ. 20. 6.24. and copy of letter received from Messrs T.B.Andre & Co., Ltd. in… | ||
| Scan104 | Modified sample of a Hartford Shock Absorber with a new adjusting bolt design. | ||
| View original record | X4426 By. from Wd. c.to SF. c.to Hs. c.to Hm. c.to Sft. c.to OC/AW. Wd4/NJ26.6.24. Hartford Shock Absorbers. The remarks conveyed in your note By/C15/H24.6.24 were forwarded to T.B.Andre & Co.Ltd. by… | ||
| Scan105 | Letter from T.B. Andre & Co. Ltd. about Hartford Shock Absorbers and the delivery of 60 pairs. | ||
| View original record | By. from Wd. c. to EP. c. to Hs. c. to Hm. c. to Sft. c. to GG/Az. june26 Wd3/NJ27.6.24. Hartford Shock Absorbers. I confirm mine Wd4/NJ26.6.24. This morning we have received a letter from T.B.Andre &… | ||
| Scan106 | Letter from T.B. Andre & Co. Ltd. regarding Hartford Shock Absorbers, springs, and a new type of centre adjusting bolt. | ||
| View original record | LETTER FROM:- T.B.ANDRE & CO.LTD. 5, DERING STREET, NEW BOND STREET, LONDON.W.1. Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ld., DERBY. Wd6/NJ25624. VAT/GO. 26th June.1924. HARTFORD SHOCK ABSORBERS. Dear Sirs, We are in… | ||
| Scan107 | The replacement of Hartford Shock Absorbers in stock with a new type from T.B. Andre & Co. | ||
| View original record | By. from Wd. c.to Er. c.to Hs. c.to Hm. c.to Gfs. c.to GEA. (Struck through) x9726 Wd10/AJJ/7.7.24. Hartford Shock Absorbers In reply to By/C3/H1.7.24, we have received a letter from T.B.Andre & Co.… | ||
| Scan108 | Letter from supplier T.B. Andre & Co. Ltd. regarding the supply and specification of Hartford shock absorbers. | ||
| View original record | COPY OF LETTER FROM:- T.B.ANDRE & CO.LTD. AUTOMOBILE COMPONENTS, 5, DERING STREET, NEW BOND STREET, LONDON.W.1. Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd., DERBY. HARTFORD SHOCK ABSORBERS. Dear Sirs, We are in receipt… | ||
| Scan109 | Customer's request to replace standard Hartford shock absorbers with a double type. | ||
| View original record | 44426 Hs. BYll/H. 15. 7. 24. SHOCK ABSORBERS. ---------------- We have received a letter from a man named Baron, owner of Chassis 21-RE, who, after asking for shock absorbers to be fitted and… | ||
| Scan110 | The testing and potential modification of Hartford Shock Absorbers for the 40/50 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | X4426 Hs. BY/C4/H. 14. 8. 24. 40/50 HP. CHASSIS. HARTFORD SHOCK ABSORBERS. We send you herewith a set of Duplex Model Hartford Shock Absorbers, and should be glad if you would arrange for these to be… | ||
| Scan111 | New type of universal joint for shock absorbers from Hartford. | ||
| View original record | Hs from ROY. Y4426 ROY5/MG5.2.26 Shock Absorbers The Hartford Shock Absorber people write that they will shortly be introducing a new type of universal joint in connection with their Shock Absorbers,… | ||
| Scan112 | Private and confidential letter regarding the introduction of a new elastic Universal Joint for testing. | ||
| View original record | For enclosure to Hs. (ROY5/MG5.2.26) ---------------- Copy of letter marked "Private & Confidential" ---------------- You will be interested to hear that we are shortly introducing a new type of… | ||
| Scan113 | Requesting an opinion on a sample of Hartford Shock Absorbers for potential production. | ||
| View original record | X4426 Hs. from ROY. Shock Absorbers Further to ROY5/AG5.2.26, the Hartford Shock Absorber people ask if we can now express any opinion on the sample they forwarded with the new type joint, as from… | ||
| Scan114 | Accelerating the adoption and testing of Hartford Hydraulic Shock-Absorbers. | ||
| View original record | CWB S/H - Hs CWB1/DN2.3.26. H426 FROM CWB Hydraulic Shock-Absorbers. In order to accelerate as far as possible the adoption of the Hartford Shock Absorbers, it has been suggested that Sales might now… | ||
| Scan115 | Recommendation to grease leathers for friction type shock dampers upon erection, instead of soaking them in oil. | ||
| View original record | To BY! from Hs. 44426 Hs5/LG19.4.26. LEATHERS FOR FRICTION TYPE SHOCK DAMPERS. X8520 We recommend that we adopt your suggestion of only greasing the leathers when the shock dampers are erected instead… | ||
| Scan116 | Tests confirming the relative merits of hydraulic and friction shock dampers for low-speed riding comfort. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs/Rm. c. to BJ. RG. c. to E. DA. c. to EY. Wor. c. to Na. S.S.S 4426 Hs/Rml/LG28.4.26. SUSPENSION. 28410 We have carried out tests in confirmation of our report Hs/Rml/LG24. 4. 26. We find… | ||
| Scan117 | Finding the average spring deflection using a Chronograph for better riding results. | ||
| View original record | contd :- -2- of free movement that we require to enable us to get the best riding results for ordinary slow speed main road touring. These consist of finding the average spring deflection under such… | ||
| Scan118 | Comparison of the limited travel of hydraulic shock dampers versus Hartford shock absorbers, highlighting the risk of failure at speed. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs/An. c.c. to BJ. RG. c.c. to E. DA. c.c. to BY. Na. c. to Wor. 44426 Hs/Anl/LG4.5.26. HYDRAULIC SHOCK DAMPERS. X235 We observe that the allowable movement of the rear axle from maximum… | ||
| Scan119 | Car controllability issues related to spring flexibility and damper oil viscosity. | ||
| View original record | contd :- -2- Due to the unrestrained flexibility of the springs on one side, the car became quite uncontrollable, and almost left the road. We are of the opinion that with Prices Motorine 'C' there is… | ||
| Scan120 | Objections to fitting a double Hartford shock absorber to chassis 117-MC for Mr. Summers. | ||
| View original record | tu4426 To Hm. from Hs. Hs4/LG12.8.26. Hm5/W10.8.26 tu4426 tu4117 Chassis No. 117-MC - Summers. The objection we have to the double Hartford shock absorber is that although the friction surfaces are… | ||
| Scan121 | Query regarding the failure of a near-side rear Hartford shock absorber after crossing a level crossing in France. | ||
| View original record | S/W. To Hs. X4426 PN3/EH.29.9.26. 8-EX. You will have noticed that the near-side rear shock absorber (Hartford) on this car has broken away from its top anchorage. It would be interesting to know… | ||
| Scan122 | Front shock absorber settings and resulting harshness on a C.M.S. 20 HP Saloon, registration GYK-10. | ||
| View original record | S/W. To Hs. Copy to HJ. GWB. HP. Br. X4425 PN7/EH.1.12.26. C.M.S. 20 H.P. Saloon - GYK-10. We find in connection with our Demonstration cars that the front shock absorbers on both models tend to fall… | ||
| Scan123 | Mechanical friction type dampers on a 20 HP Saloon vehicle, GYK-10. | ||
| View original record | 44426 To PN. from Hs/Rm. c. to BJ. CWB. c. to EP. Br. Hs/Rm2/LG2.12.26. C.M.S. 20 HP. SALOON - GYK-10. X5950 With reference to PN7/EHL1.12.26. We presume that the dampers referred to are the old… | ||
| Scan124 | Need for double shock absorbers on 40/50 & 20 HP cars for high-speed use. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from R. c. to BJ. Wor. BY. c. to FN. CWB. OY. 4426 R 2/M13.12.26. 40/50 & 20 HP. CARS FOR SPEED. X.469 X.235 X.4426 When you have to prepare cars for speed merchants, I believe we ought to fit… | ||
| Scan125 | Hartford shock absorbers with rubber silent block joints. | ||
| View original record | To EY. from Hs. fu4/26 RE. HARTFORD SHOCK ABSORBERS. We understand that Hartfords are only producing shock absorbers now with the rubber silent block joints. We have run these shock absorbers for 2000… | ||
| Scan126 | Mr. Royce's suggestion to fit both standard hydraulic dampers and Hartfords on fast cars. | ||
| View original record | +4426. To BY. From Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm2/LG4. 2. 27. SHOCK ABSORBERS. +4426/X235 Sometime ago Mr. Royce suggested that for fast cars it would be advisable to fit both our standard hydraulic dampers and… | ||
| Scan127 | Proposal to fit Hartford shock dampers to the front axle of the 10-EX model. | ||
| View original record | To BY. Hs. from DA. c. to BJ 44426 DA2/M25. 2. 27. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED DERBY 10-EX SHOCK DAMPERS. X. 8774 X. 235 X. 4426 Herewith we send print of N.sch.2370., shewing how we propose the Hartford… | ||
| Scan128 | Proposed arrangement of combined Hartford and hydraulic dampers on the front axle for high-speed cars. | ||
| View original record | To BY. from DA. c. to BJ. Hs. DA4/M4.3.27. X4426 COMBINED HARTFORD & HYDRAULIC DAMPERS ON HIGH SPEED CARS. X. 4426 X. 235 Herewith we send N.sch.2370 shewing the proposed arrangement of hydraulic… | ||
| Scan129 | Request for a scheme to fit Hartford shock absorbers to the rear axle of chassis EAC.V11. | ||
| View original record | To DA. from Hs/Rn. X4426 Hs/Rm3/LG7.3.27. EAC.V11 - REAR SHOCK ABSORBERS. We wish to fit Hartford shock absorbers on the rear axle of EAC.V11 in addition to the present hydraulics. As this would… | ||
| Scan130 | Creation of customer instructions for shock damper adjustment and clutch maintenance. | ||
| View original record | Hurstle HS. BY/NM. At the conference held on February 21st, with Sg. and CWB. from London, I think it was arranged that HS. would draw up some instructions based on CWB's proposals, which would be far… | ||
| Scan131 | Failure of hydraulic shock dampers under testing, proposing a redesign and an interim solution. | ||
| View original record | To R. } FROM HS/RM. To DA. c. to BJ. Wor. c. to BY. Y4426 Hs/Rm5/LG11.4.27. HYDRAULIC SHOCK DAMPERS. Y235 Intensive tests which we have been carrying out on a rig have demonstrated that the hydraulic… | ||
| Scan132 | Suitability of different shock dampers for various driving conditions and chassis. | ||
| View original record | To BJ. from R. c. to OY. Hs. BY. X4476 R6/M29.4.27. SHOCK DAMPERS. X. 832 X. 235 X.4426 Regarding shock dampers our double acting hydraulic ones certainly give the best riding qualities to the car,… | ||
| Scan133 | Sketch showing the maximum possible rebound of a Hartford hydraulic shock absorber. | ||
| View original record | SKETCH SHOWING MAXIMUM POSSIBLE REBOUND. (HARTFORD) TO TOGGLE REAR HYDRAULIC SHOCK ABSORB'R THE AXLE WOULD HAVE TO DROP TO 26.500 FROM RUBBER BUFFER. BUT PISTON WOULD FOUL THE END OF CYLINDER, BEFORE… | ||
| Scan134 | Requesting the testing of shock absorbers and spare wheel carriers on a bump test. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. from Hs/Rn. Handwritten top: X4426 Hs/Rn2/LGL. 6. 27. We are anxious to test the hydraulic shock damper and Hartford shock absorber on the rear of the bump test. Handwritten right: X4426 X235… | ||
| Scan135 | Suspension issues, specifically the 10-EX car hitting its buffers and the proposed solution of developing new hydraulic dampers. | ||
| View original record | X4926 To DA. from Hs/Rn Hs/Rn/LG15.11.27. EAC.14. SPRINGING. X8410 X235 With reference to DAL/M11.11.27. We observe that you do not want the coachbuilding clearances altered from N.sch.2494 and are… | ||
| Scan136 | The effectiveness of hydraulic shock dampers, oil frothing tests, and new Sports Phantom bodies. | ||
| View original record | To OY. from Hs/Rn. xii426. Hs/Rnl/LG13.1.28. HYDRAULIC SHOCK DAMPERS. 7235 Thank you for your personal note of Jan. 2nd. Are you sure that our shock absorbers do get ineffective after a few miles… | ||
| Scan137 | Page 2 of a memo recommending the purchase of a car based on its design advancements. | ||
| View original record | contd :- -2- has come up. You ought to buy one of these cars. The RR. designed body-work is a big advance, likewise the turbulent head and rubber engine mounting. HS/Rn. | ||
| Scan138 | Instructing to additionally fit Hartfords to the rear of car 12-EX. | ||
| View original record | X4426 To RHC. from HsRn. Hs/Rm2/LG5.4.28. X7410 The Sports type of rear springs are fitted to 12-EX car. Will you therefore please additionally fit Hartfords to the rear of this car. Hs/Rm. | ||
| Scan139 | Explaining the addition of friction shock absorbers to sports cars for high-speed performance. | ||
| View original record | To Na, From Hs/Rn. c. to BJ. c. to BY. 44D6 Hs/Rn3/LG27.4.28. SHOCK ABSORBERS ON SPORTS CARS. X235 With reference to Na5/B41228. With reference to the fitting of plain friction shock absorbers in… | ||
| Scan140 | Arranging to have continental type springs and optional Hartford shock absorbers fitted to a car. | ||
| View original record | +4426 To CWB. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rml/LG16.6.28. 29-CL. X. 8410 X. 8950 X. 4426 With reference to CWB14/GM15.6.28. We will arrange to have continental type springs fitted to this car. If you really think… | ||
| Scan141 | Repusseau's adjustable shock absorbers and Hispano's interest in electric brakes. | ||
| View original record | S/W. (Wor.) c. to W. (Hs.) c. to W. (Hm.) c. to PN. Hs. x 4426. RECEIVED 13 JUL 1930 Whr15/D3.7.30. Sa. is over here at the moment and Sg. has asked me to mention to you the following points which Sa.… | ||
| Scan142 | Instructions for fitting Hartford Shock Dampers to the rear axle of a Phantom II Chassis 26-EX. | ||
| View original record | COPY. X44-6 RHC. c. BY/HEB. c. Hs/Rm. BY/SS1/J.5.7.30. X7120 Phantom 11 Chassis 26-EX. Hartfords on Rear Axle. Will you please note that Hartford Shock Dampers F.82448 recently booked into your… | ||
| Scan143 | Inquiry about the method and quotation for adjustable shock absorbers for the 40/50 car. | ||
| View original record | Whr. From Hs/Rn. X4426 Hs/Rn.1/MJ.25.7.30. With reference to Whr15/D3.7.30. We are interested in the method whereby the Hartford people get adjustment from the driving seat, and should like… | ||
| Scan144 | Clarifying the manufacturer and availability of an adjusting device for Hartford Shock Absorbers. | ||
| View original record | S/W. (Hs.) c. Hm. (Sevres) c. to PN. X4426. Whr/Mac6/D14.8.30. Re: Hartford Shock Absorbers. In reply to your Hs/Rml/MJ.25.7.30, we sent a representative to Messrs. T.B. André & Co. Ltd., Victoria… | ||
| Scan145 | Instructions and parts list for fitting auxiliary Hartford shock dampers to a Phantom II rear axle. | ||
| View original record | c. Hs/Rm. X4476 BY/HEB2/M.21.6.30. RE PHANTOM II. CHASSIS. AUXILIARY HARTFORD SHOCK DAMPER FITTED TO REAR AXLE.(SIMILAR TO "N" SCHEME 3049). FRAMES AND FITTINGS SEC:7000. REAR ROAD SPRINGS - SEC:7030.… | ||
| Scan146 | List of parts and instructions for chassis modifications, page 2. | ||
| View original record | -2- BY/HEB2/M.21.6.30.-Cont'd- SEC:7030.-Cont'd- D.72722 Packing(Rear Spring). 2 off. D.72724 Stop Plate(Anchor Bracket). 2 " Remainder of parts for section 7030 are standard to LOP.F.79627, unless… | ||
| Scan147 | Parts list for fitting auxiliary Hartford shock dampers to the front and rear axles of a Phantom II chassis. | ||
| View original record | c. Hs/Rm. (2) P 80 Y4426 BY/HEB6/M.7.10.30. PHANTOM II.CHASSIS. FITTING OF AUXILIARY HARTFORD SHOCK DAMPERS TO FRONT AND REAR AXLES. FRAMES AND FITTINGS SEC: 7000. FRONT ROAD SPRINGS SEC: 7020. REAR… | ||
| Scan148 | Parts list detailing components, quantities, and alternatives for various vehicle sections. | ||
| View original record | -2- BY/HEB6/M.7.10.30.--Contd- SEC:7020.-Cont'd- Remainder of parts to complete Sec:7020 are Std:to LOP.F.79626. SEC:7030.- G. 4208 Rivet(Stop Plate). 4 off. D.72710 Anchor Bracket(Bottom R.H.) 1 "… | ||
| Scan149 | Parts for an anchor bracket, a front axle replacement, and modifications related to 'Afa' dampers. | ||
| View original record | -3- BY/HEB6/M.7.10.30.-Cont'd- SEC:7162.-Cont'd- K. 4009 Nut (Anchor Bracket). 2 off. K. 4010 " " . 2 " K. 4410 Washer " " . 2 " K. 4413 " " . 2 " K. 4608 Split Pin(Anchor Pins). 6 " SEC:7040.-… | ||
| Scan150 | Instructions for fitting auxiliary Hartford shock dampers to the front and rear axles of a Phantom II chassis. | ||
| View original record | x4426. c. Hs/Rm. Q96/10 BY/HEB4/M.9.10.30. PHANTOM II.CHASSIS. FITTING OF AUXILIARY HARTFORD SHOCK DAMPERS TO FRONT AND REAR AXLES. FRAMES AND FITTINGS SEC:7000. FRONT ROAD SPRINGS SEC:7020. REAR ROAD… | ||
| Scan151 | Inquiry about driver-controlled Hartford shock absorbers for car 118-MC. | ||
| View original record | RECEIVED 1931 MAR 26 S/W...from Bt. (Rm). X44-6 Bt14/GD26.3.31. I should be very much obliged if you could give me any information regarding the type of Hartford shock absorber which can be controlled… | ||
| Scan152 | Use, adjustment, and cost of Andre Telecontrol and Hartford friction shock absorbers. | ||
| View original record | W/S. To Bt. From Hs/Lid. J4426.? Hs/Lid.2/KT.30.3.31. ANDRE TELECONTROL FRICTION SHOCK ABSORBERS. We have had a set of Hartford shock absorbers, controllable from the driver's seat, fitted up on one… | ||