Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| Scan001 | Modifications to the cylinder head and induction pipe arrangement for the 'INDIA 3' project. | ||
| View original record | R. FROM E. C. to HS. BY. ORIGINAL E1/M2.4.28. x5050 x5070 INDIA 3. ARRANGEMENT OF CYL. HEAD AND INDUCTION PIPE. We quite agree that if the valves can be moved out of centre, then all the cyl. nuts can… | ||
| Scan002 | Alternative proposals for the 'SS' steering box, concerning the utility of the large versus small worm gear. | ||
| View original record | FROM DA. C. to HS. ORIGINAL. DA2/M3.4.28. "SS" STEERING BOX. X7430 Herewith we send N. schs. 2570/74., shewing alternative proposals for the steering column box. We have shewn the small worm and box… | ||
| Scan003 | Design modifications for an exhaust pipe flange, including a reduced bolt size and a material change for the spherical washer. | ||
| View original record | R. FROM E. C. to HS. BY. ORIGINAL RECEIVED 15 APR 1928 EAC.10. EXHAUST PIPE FLANGE. X7230 We send you herewith a blueprint of LeC. 2542. shewing the above. In addition to the modifications you mention… | ||
| Scan004 | Arrangement of the cylinder head and induction pipe for 'India 3', referencing drawing LeC. 2541. | ||
| View original record | FROM E. ORIGINAL C. to HS. E3/M5.4.28. INDIA 3. - ARRANGEMENT OF CYL. HEAD AND INDUCTION PIPE. X5050 X5070 We send you herewith drawing LeC. 2541. shewing the above. E. | ||
| Scan005 | Cover note regarding an adjustable idler gear for India, referencing document LeC. 2539. | ||
| View original record | BY. [Struck through] FROM E. ORIGINAL [Stamp] C. to Dr. [Struck through] HS. E4/M5.4.28. RECEIVED 5 APR 1928 [Circular stamp] INDIA - ADJUSTABLE IDLER GEAR. X5138. [X5138 is handwritten] We send you… | ||
| Scan006 | Blueprint for an underfed induction pipe and the repositioning of the carburetter. | ||
| View original record | FROM E. C. to HS. INDIA 3 - UNDERFED TYPE OF INDUCTION PIPE. X5070 We send herewith blueprint of LeC. 2543., shewing the above arranged for the same head as the weir pipe. The carburetter with this… | ||
| Scan007 | Proposed modifications to the 'SS' Front Axle. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM DA. C. to RI. HS. DA3/M5.4.28. "SS" FRONT AXLE. X7420 We send herewith N. schs. 2572/3., illustrating the effect on the car of the proposed modifications to the front axle. We have sent… | ||
| Scan008 | Modifications to the 'SS' front axle and frame, including lowering it and changing the wheel hub bearings. | ||
| View original record | ORIGINAL DA. } FROM R. HS. } (At Le Canadel.) BY. } (BY. is crossed out) Copy to BJ. WOR. E. (E. is crossed out) R6/M7.4.28. REC'D AT WW. DURING EASTER & DESPATCHED 11.4.28. "SS" FRONT AXLE AND FRAME.… | ||
| Scan009 | Expressing disappointment with the design of the 'SS' rear end, petrol tank, and wheel carrier, proposing a simpler scheme. | ||
| View original record | DA. } FROM R. DY. } (At Le Canadel.) HS. } C. to BJ. WOR ORIGINAL R9/M7.4.28. REC'D AT WW. DURING EASTER & DESPATCHED 11.4.28. "SS" REAR END - PETROL TANK, WHEEL CARRIER ETC. X7460 X7600 I am very… | ||
| Scan010 | Potential solution for high-speed wobbles on the Phantom model using front engine arms. | ||
| View original record | HS. E. } FROM R. DA. BY.) (At Le Canadel.) C. to BJ. WOR. ORIGINAL R8/M7.4.28. REC'D AT WW. DURING EASTER & DESPATCHED 11.4.28. PHANTOM - HIGH SPEED WOBBLES. X457 / X8380 It has occurred to me that… | ||
| Scan011 | Flexibility issues in dashboards and scuttles, proposing reinforcement solutions. | ||
| View original record | DA. HS. } FROM R. BY. } (At Le Canadel.) REC'D AT WW. DURING EASTER AND DESPATCHED 11.4.28. C. to BJ. WOR. C. E. SG. 20HP. & 40HP. STEERING COLUMNS. X5500 SCUTTLES & DASHBOARDS REVIEWED. X7500 x7260… | ||
| Scan012 | Issues with car magnetos for the Phantom model, considering materials and alternative suppliers. | ||
| View original record | EFC. ) FROM R. HS. BY. ) (At Le Canadel.) ORIGINAL R4/M7.4.28. REC'D AT WW. DURING EASTER & DESPATCHED 11.4.28. C. to BJ. WCE. RG. E. G. S? Mr. North (North & Sons Ltd.) CAR MAGNETOS. WATFORD EW.6.… | ||
| Scan013 | Technical note discussing the lubrication system for the bearings of an adjustable carrier wheel. | ||
| View original record | FROM R. (At Le Canadel.) ORIGINAL REC'D DURING EASTER AT WW., & DESPATCHED 11.4.28. INDIA 3. - ADJUSTABLE CARRIER WHEEL. X5170 LeC. 2539. seems quite good - needs another arrow to say smaller dia.… | ||
| Scan014 | Proposed design for an induction pipe with a supporting diagram. | ||
| View original record | -E.-) FROM R. HS.) (At Le Canadel.) -BY.-) C. to BJ. WOR. RG. FL. R1/M7.4.28. REC'D AT WW. DURING EASTER, AND DESPATCHED 11.4.28. ORIGINAL INDIA 3. X5070 X5080 LeC. 2541. I am not very pleased with… | ||
| Scan015 | Carburetter design possibilities, including issues with volumetric efficiency and float clearance. | ||
| View original record | (2) It seems a little like the weir pipe making an untidy looking job, but I can only see the two possibilities. Floats. [Vertical text next to diagram] Because float wide cyl. must clear jacket. bore… | ||
| Scan016 | Testing and use of aluminium alloy bearings for camshafts to save weight. | ||
| View original record | HS. BY. FROM R. E. RG. (At Le Canadel.) C. to BJ. WOR. FL. R3/M8.4.28. REC'D AT WW. & DESPATCHED 12.4.28. ORIGINAL ALUMINIUM ALLOY BEARINGS. Y3032 F4003 I quite agree with Mr. Hall that these should… | ||
| Scan017 | Design preferences for induction pipes and carburetters for the India 3 project, referencing the 'SS' Phantom. | ||
| View original record | ORIGINA/ E. ) FROM R. BY.) (At Le Canadel.) HS.) R1/M8.4.28. REC'D AT WW., & DESPATCHED, 12.4.28. C to BJ, WOH Y5070 Y5080 INDIA 3. INDUCTION PIPES, CARBURETTER, ETC. You will notice that I favour… | ||
| Scan018 | Analysis of a vehicle skid, listing potential causes including road conditions, tyres, and driver action. | ||
| View original record | Rudy type out & distribute. ORIGINAL 9/28 Accident. turned note HS. from R. LHS E. BJX, PM, CWB, C, Sq, Nor. Unsprung weight upon which turns the force of lateral momentum I cannot see how the… | ||
| Scan019 | Steering fault, comparing to a Hispano-Suiza design and proposing a modification from a mechanical to a hydraulic system on the front axle. | ||
| View original record | I cannot see that we can do anything or blame anybody, but take care that the combination does not occur again. I have not heard what types were on the Back wheel. Apparently the car was still being… | ||
| Scan020 | Merits of different dipping headlight schemes. | ||
| View original record | HS. BA. } FROM R. E. BY. } (At Le Canadel.) C. to BJ. WOR. PN. G. OWB. SG. ORIGINAL R3/M11.4.28. REC'D AT WW. & DESPATCHED 14.4.28. 44550 DIPPING HEADLIGHTS. There is little doubt that Barkers scheme… | ||
| Scan021 | Suggesting the purchase of a 1927 straight eight Bugatti to study its road holding and steering characteristics. | ||
| View original record | HS. } FROM R. (At Le Canadel.) C. to BJ. C. SG. re. STEERING. X8430 X2266 47430 ORIGINAL R1/M12.4.28. REC'D AT WW., & DESPATCHED 16. 4. 28. The car which (after the Hispano) might be interesting from… | ||
| Scan022 | Providing design feedback on the 'SS' hand brake system. | ||
| View original record | DA.) FROM R. BY.) (At Le Canadel.) HS.) C.c to BJ. WOR. ORIGINAL R2/M12.4.28. REC'D AT WW., & DESPATCHED 16. 4. 28. "SS" HAND BRAKE. X7330 N. sch. 2551. seems excellent. There are just one or two… | ||
| Scan023 | Simplification of the 'India 3' engine suspension to reduce parts, cost, and weight. | ||
| View original record | ---E.--- ) FROM R. --BY--- ) (At Le Canadel.) HS. ) ORIGINAL R3/M12.4.28. REC'D AT WW., & DESPATCHED 16. 4. 28. C. to BJ. WDR. INDIA 3. ENGINE SUSPENSION. X5380 X.5005 LeCs. 2534/5/6. My impression of… | ||
| Scan024 | Alternative design for the central oiling connection to the back axle. | ||
| View original record | DA. FROM R. HS. (At Le Canadel.) BY. c. to BJ. WOR ORIGINAL R2/M14.4.28. REC'D AT WW., & DESPATCHED 17. 4. 28. INDIA 3. CENTRAL OILING CONNECTION TO BACK AXLE. x3806 x5350 x840 x5410 N. sch. 2565. - I… | ||
| Scan025 | From R. at Le Canadel regarding the satisfactory state of the 'SS' engine valve gear. | ||
| View original record | FROM R. (At Le Canadel.) C. to BJ. WOR "SS" ENGINE VALVE GEAR. X8060 LeC. 2514 - perhaps I have already written about this. Anyway it seems quite satisfactory. R. [Header Information] REFERENCE:… | ||
| Scan026 | Suggestion concerning the central oiling for the front anchorage of the rear spring, referencing a previous suggestion for India 3. | ||
| View original record | DA. } FROM R. HS. } (At Le Canadel.) BY. } REC'D AT WW. & DESPATCHED R3/M14.4.28. 17. 4. 28. C. to BJ. WOR. "SS" CENTRAL OILING. X3806 X840 X7350 X7410 N. sch. 2541. - Again front anchorage of rear… | ||
| Scan027 | Design disappointments and issues with the rear end and wheel carrier of the 'SS' EAC.10 chassis. | ||
| View original record | to R. from Ev. copy to R. Hs. ORIGINAL EV1/14.4.28. SECRET. EAC.IO. "SS". X7600 X7400 X7380 REAR END. We are sorry to have disappointed you with our designs for the rear end of the "SS" EAC.IO.… | ||
| Scan028 | Schemes for carrying luggage and spare wheels at the rear of various car models. | ||
| View original record | (2). This latter feature is of interest in that we should sell the grid as an extra on both cars and this would facilitate production. There is no reason why the same grid should not be used on both… | ||
| Scan029 | Two sketches illustrating alternative spare wheel mounting arrangements at the rear of a vehicle. | ||
| View original record | SKETCH 1. SKETCH 2. EITHER A BOX OR PART OF BODY | ||
| Scan030 | New schematic for lubricating dipping headlamp controls, proposing a simpler design to avoid using coils. | ||
| View original record | DY. FROM DA. C. to BJ. HS. CENTRALISED CHASSIS LUBRICATION - DIPPING HEADLAMP CONTROLS. We did not send you a sch. from here for applying the lubrication to the dipping controls, and when we saw the… | ||
| Scan031 | Correct fitting of the rear shock damper stone shield for pipe protection. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM DA. C. to - HS. CENTRALISED CHASSIS LUBRICATION. Y3806 X7520 We should like to remind you that it was arranged to carry the rear/shock damper stone shield up until it nearly touched the… | ||
| Scan032 | The 'SS' steering system's leverage, worm pitch, and potential mounting schemes. | ||
| View original record | DA.) FROM R. BY.) (At Le Canadel.) C. to HS. "SS" STEERING. N. SCH. 2570. Y7430 ORIGINAL Perhaps we ought to keep between 15 & 16 leverage - turns from full lock to full lock 2.6, and the larger worm,… | ||
| Scan033 | Steering performance, flexibility, and comparison with competitor vehicles. | ||
| View original record | FROM R. (At Le Canadel.) R2/M16.4.28. REC'D AT WW. & DESPATCHED 19.4.28. C. to BJ. WCR. BY. PN. C. GWB. SG. re. STEERING. It is fairly certain that with a 15/1 steering we are still faster than the… | ||
| Scan034 | Choice of magnetos for cars, comparing British (Watford, Lucas) and German (Bosch) options. | ||
| View original record | EFC. HS. } FROM R. ROY. BY. } (At Le Canadel.) G. to BJ. E. FL. RL/M16.4.28. 2 REC'D AT WW. & DESPATCHED 19. 4. 28. ORIGINAL re. MAGNETOS - WATFORD, etc. X7791 X8790 Regarding the make of magnetos for… | ||
| Scan035 | Blueprint for a new crankshaft design, detailing a seven-feed lubrication system and other potential alterations. | ||
| View original record | R. FROM E. C. to BJ. HS. BY. INDIA 3. CRANKSHAFT & BEARINGS. X5010 X5000 We send herewith blueprint of LeC. 2545 dealing with the above. This drawing has been made chiefly to shew what system of… | ||
| Scan036 | Note regarding a blueprint modification for the lubricating system of an India 3 carrier wheel. | ||
| View original record | R. FROM E. C. to BJ. HS. BY. INDIA 3. CARRIER WHEEL. X5170 We send herewith blueprint of LeC.2546., shewing modification requested to system of lubricating bearings of carrier wheel. The original… | ||
| Scan037 | Proposals for stiffening the steering column on the sports chassis. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM DA. [Stamped: ORIGINAL] DA4/M18.4.28. C. to Bj. HS. EAC.14. SUPPORT OF STEERING COLUMN. X7430 [Handwritten] Herewith we send N. schs. 2583/4/6. shewing proposals for stiffening the steering… | ||
| Scan038 | Potential alterations to the design and output of car dynamos. | ||
| View original record | EFC. ) FROM R. HS. ) (At Le Canadel.) BY. ) C. to BJ. WOR. E. DA. C. SG. CAR DYNAMOS. OUTPUT. 2 R2/M18.4.28. REC'D AT WW. & DESPATCHED 21. 4. 28. X.8664 X8663 ORIGINAL I think there is little doubt… | ||
| Scan039 | Failure of a prototype car lighting charge indicator and recommending against its fitment. | ||
| View original record | 2- EFC. } FROM R. HS. } (At Le Canadel.) BY. } C to BJ. WOR. PN. E. DA. OWB. C. S.G. REC'D AT WW. & DESPATCHED 21. 4. 28. R1/M18.4.28. ORIGINAL CAR LIGHTING CHARGE INDICATORS. X4008 X.4040 You will… | ||
| Scan040 | Proposal and sketch for an 'SS' back wheel carrier design. | ||
| View original record | FROM R. (At Le Canadel.) R4/M18.4.28. REC'D AT WW. & DESPATCHED 21. 4. 28. ORIGINAL to BJ. "SS" BACK WHEEL CARRIER. X7600 One scheme for supporting the wheel at the back would be - [Text from sketch]… | ||
| Scan041 | Proposal to modify the steering on 20HP and Phantom models to lower the car's appearance and improve handling. | ||
| View original record | ORIGINAL DA/EV. FROM R. E. (At Le Canadel.) HS. REC'D AT WW. & DESPATCHED R3/M18.4.28. 21. 4. 28. C. to BJ. WCR. PN. BY. C. SG. PHANTOMS. X7430 [handwritten] 78430 I like DA/EV's idea of treating the… | ||
| Scan042 | Application of centralised chassis lubrication for the front spring shackle. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM DA. C. to DJ. HS. ORIGINAL DA3/M18.4.28. X3806 X7410 X8410 INDIA 3. CENTRALISED CHASSIS LUBRICATION. FRONT SPRING SHACKLE. Herewith we send xxxxxxx N. sch. 2587. shewing the application of… | ||
| Scan043 | Technical remarks and suggestions on the design for Phantom scuttle isolation. | ||
| View original record | ORIGINAL HS. FROM DA/EV. C. to LHS. SG. BY. re. PHANTOM SCUTTLE ISOLATION. We note that a standardisation sheet for semi-isolation for Phantom is in circulation, and suggest that the enclosed… | ||
| Scan044 | Obsolete parts and potential weaknesses of the Phantom Luggage Grid. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM DA. ORIGINAL DA4/M20.4.28. PHANTOM LUGGAGE GRID. X7400 [handwritten and crossed out] X8400 [handwritten and crossed out] With reference to HS/RM1/LG12328., we should like to point out that… | ||
| Scan045 | Layout and potential standardisation of Phantom instrument boards. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM DA/EV. C. to SG. BY. [Text is crossed out] ORIGINAL DA/EV3/M20.4.28. PHANTOM INSTRUMENT BOARDS. X7530 [Text is crossed out] X8530 [Text is crossed out] We have seen a print of F.77834.… | ||
| Scan046 | Non-acceptance of a 20HP rear wheel carrier and rigidity issues with the standard Phantom type. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM DA. ORIGINAL DA5/M20.4.28. REAR WHEEL CARRIERS. X7600 X8600 As you know R. has not accepted the 20HP. type carrier on EAC. 10. Recently you sent a report criticising the standard Phantom type… | ||
| Scan047 | Solution to the difficulty of assembling the inner camshaft of the double rear brakes for the EAC. 14. & 'SS' rear axle. | ||
| View original record | FROM DA. C. to HS. ORIGINAL DA3/M21.4.28. X7350 EAC. 14. & "SS" REAR AXLE. With reference to the point recently raised by Derby as to the difficulty of assembling the inner camshaft of the double rear… | ||
| Scan048 | Feasibility of dismounting the 'SS' steering column without removing the engine. | ||
| View original record | R. FROM DA. ORIGINAL DA2/M21.4.28. Copy to BJ. HS. BY. "SS" STEERING - N. Sch. 2570. X7430 With reference to R4/M16428, we had considered that the steering column could be dismounted without removing… | ||
| Scan049 | Crankchamber modifications and crankshaft lubrication, including a diagram. | ||
| View original record | HS. } FROM R. ORIGINAL R3/M24.4.28. INDIA 3. re. LeC. 2546. X5000 X5010 We do not anticipate any great change in the crankchamber, so that duralumin caps and studs for bearings and cylinder block… | ||
| Scan050 | Questioning the necessity of a standard dashboard petrol gauge, citing cost and reliability. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM R. C. to BJ. SG. [struck through] PETROL GAUGES. x 4038 x 3896 Is it necessary for us to have dashboard petrol gauge as standard, because it - (1) Involves more pipes - 2 more upon the top of… | ||
| Scan051 | Correspondence regarding specifications for Phantom Dynamo armatures. | ||
| View original record | 2 EFC. FROM R. R5/M25.4.28. Copy to BJ. " HS. " BY. PHANTOM DYNAMO - 2 ARMATURES FOR DIFFERENT SPEED & OUTPUT. X 8664 Referring to your EFC2/T23428., I am not very particular whether you have 26 or 28… | ||
| Scan052 | Improvements to the Phantom's steering ratio, spring flexibility, and hydraulic damping systems. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM R. C. to BJ. [Crossed Out] " BY. [Crossed Out] " DA. [Crossed Out] ORIGINAL [Stamped] R11/M25.4.28. PHANTOM STEERING. X7430 X4214 X8430 X7420 With reference to HS3/LG23428., I quite agree… | ||
| Scan053 | Phantom engine valve stretching, comparing different steel alloys, and proposing a strengthened valve design. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM R. C. to BJ. BY. (struck through) WOR. HL. ORIGINAL R3/M25.4.28. PHANTOM - VALVES STRETCHING. X7060 X14174 (struck through) X8060 There appears to be a difference between low and high silicon… | ||
| Scan054 | Implementation and expectations of a central oiling system for both chassis. | ||
| View original record | HS. } FROM R. DA. } C. to B1. WOR. BY. E. SG. ORIGINAL R4/M25.4.28. K3806 CENTRAL OILING - BOTH CHASSIS. We should realise that with central oiling we cannot expect to replace hand oiling entirely. We… | ||
| Scan055 | Offer from Solex to provide carburettors for testing. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM R. C to BJ " to DY " to FE. ORIGINAL R3/M26.4.28. SOLEX CARBURETTERS. X3603 X4214 The Solex people have offered to send us a set of their carburettors to test. This make of instrument is used… | ||
| Scan056 | Proposed design modification to the Phantom valve stem. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM R. C. to RI. BY. F. [strikethrough] R1/M26.4.28. ORIGINAL PHANTOM VALVES. X8060 X7060 [strikethrough] We find the Phantom valve to be thinner in the tulip than any other valve we are now… | ||
| Scan057 | Requesting modifications and tests on Phantom induction pipes. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM E. C. to BJ. EY. ORIGINAL E1/M26.4.28. PHANTOM INDUCTION PIPES. X8070 X7070 In accordance with R's recent memo. would you please have the induction pipe uptake shewn on LeC. 2511. machined… | ||
| Scan058 | Modifications to a universal joint and propeller shaft. | ||
| View original record | [STAMP] ORIGINAL [STAMP] RECEIVED APR 30 1928 BY. FROM DA. C. to BJ. HS. DA2/M28.4.28. INDIA 3. - UNIVERSAL JOINT AND PROPELLER SHAFT. [handwritten] X5340 [handwritten] X4183 Herewith we send W. sch.… | ||
| Scan059 | Engine suspension for India 3, attaching document LeC. 2552. | ||
| View original record | RECEIVED APR 30 1928 DY. FROM E. C. to Dy. HS. ORIGINAL E1/M28.4.28. INDIA 3. ( ENGINE SUSPENSION.) X5805 Please find attached LeC. 2552. dealing with the above. E. | ||
| Scan060 | Knocking issue in the E.A.C. 7 starter motor and proposing potential solutions. | ||
| View original record | 2 HS. } FROM R. EFC. } C. to BJ. BY. E. ORIGINAL E.A.C. 7. STARTER. R8/M28.4.28. X7625B X7635B I think the recently developed knock is the armature moving endways, due to the engine becoming very… | ||
| Scan061 | Proposed improvements for a Phantom car in France before its 10,000-mile trial. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM R. C. to BJ. BY. C. (crossed out) WOR. DA. SG. E. (crossed out) ORIGINAL (stamp) PHANTOM - re. CAR IN FRANCE. (Handwritten) Xs4904-X7770 (Handwritten) Xu66s (crossed out) During your visit we… | ||
| Scan062 | Modifications to the magneto drive, proposing a new wheelcase and a Sims rubber coupling. | ||
| View original record | RG. ) FROM R. HS. ) C. to BJ. BY. EFC. E. FL. ORIGINAL R5/M28.4.28. MAGNETO DRIVE. X4017 It is understood that we have to go on with the solid drive and the stream lubricated worm gear, but at the… | ||
| Scan063 | Decision to not complete the 17-EX with Jarvis Sports Body to the highest possible standard in-house. | ||
| View original record | BJ } FROM R. HS. } DA/EV. } C. to LHS. C. SG. ORIGINAL R9/M28.4.28. 17-EX. WITH JARVIS SPORTS BODY. X7830 Regarding DA/EV's memo. of 19/4/28., I am very sorry to hear that we are not to complete the… | ||
| Scan064 | Technical memorandum detailing specifications and conversion options for Phantom steering systems. | ||
| View original record | HS. ) FROM R. O. to BJ. BY. PN. SG. PHANTOM STEERING. For the present production the best we can do is - .720 Worm and box. Rocking lever 1.75". Pendulum lever 9½". Steering lever on axle 9¾" giving a… | ||
| Scan065 | Necessity of increasing the Phantom's steering pendulum lever length to 10 inches. | ||
| View original record | HS. } FROM DA. BY. [crossed out] ORIGINAL DA3/M1.5.28. PHANTOM STEERING. Handwritten: X7430 [crossed out], Y8430, X7420 [crossed out] With reference to R1/M28428., we know the original Phantoms had… | ||
| Scan066 | List of 19 modifications for the Phantom car for France before its 10,000 miles test. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM R. C. to BJ. WOR. BY. E. DA. G. ORIGINAL PHANTOM CAR FOR FRANCE. X8940C X7770 X4663 R1/M1.5.28. The above should have the following modifications before leaving for its 10,000 miles test: (1)… | ||
| Scan067 | Urgent request detailing specifications for two types of pistons for the Phantom model. | ||
| View original record | HS. ) FROM R. BY. ) C to BJ. WOR. ORIGINAL U R G E N T. R3/M1.5.28. X7040 PISTONS FOR NEXT 10,000 MILES PHANTOM. Please send two pistons, short and long, sand cast in HL's L.250 (?), and standard,… | ||
| Scan068 | Drawing LeC. 2554 for Phantom & E.A.C. 10 single bolt pedestal pistons with lower scraper ring. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM E. C. to BJ. HS. ORIGINAL E1/M2.5.28. PHANTOM & E.A.C. 10. SINGLE BOLT PEDESTAL PISTONS WITH LOWER SCRAPER RING. Please find attached drawing LeC. 2554. shewing the above. E. X8040 Y7040 | ||
| Scan069 | Over-run vibration, the effect of a lighter flywheel on a 20HP model, and rubber engine mounting. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM E. Copy to BJ. [crossed out] re. LIGHTER 20HP. FLYWHEEL. [Handwritten: X5300 (crossed out) X4012 / X5005 (crossed out)] Are we sure that the over-run vibration is not intensified by the use… | ||
| Scan070 | Modifications to the wheelcase, throttle governor, and induction pipe for the EAC.10 engine. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM E. C. to BJ. HS. ORIGINAL EAC.10. WHEELCASE & THROTTLE GOVERNOR. X7140 X7120 / X7080 X7070 We send herewith LeC. 2556. shewing the throttle governor control, and giving particulars of… | ||
| Scan071 | Secret memo regarding the sending of schedules (N. schs. 2593/4) for safekeeping, with instructions that no work is to be done on them. | ||
| View original record | ORIGINAL. ~~DY.~~ FROM DA. S E C R E T. DA2/M5.5.28. C. to ~~BJ.~~ HS. "SS" LOWER APPEARANCE X7770 X7380 X615 Herewith we send N. schs. 2593/4., for safe custody, no work to be done on them at the… | ||
| Scan072 | Phantom valve stretch, proposing a heavier valve design and scrapping steel with high silicon. | ||
| View original record | HS. ) FROM R. BI. ) RG. ) G to BI. HL. PHANTOM VALVE STRETCH. X7060 X8060 We can scarcely believe that the stretching is entirely due to the slightly higher percentage of silicon. We believe it is… | ||
| Scan073 | Cam design, valve gear clearances, and tappet settings for the Phantom & EAC.10 engines. | ||
| View original record | HS.) FROM R. BY.) G. to BJ. WCR. ORIGINAL R4/M7.5.28. PHANTOM & EAC.10. VALVE GEAR. X7060 X615 We believe that there is some other reason than the actual effect of the cam that causes you to use fine… | ||
| Scan074 | Engine valve clearances, feeler gauges, and camshaft design, including proposals for the Phantom model. | ||
| View original record | (2) The push rods and expansion of the blocks is assumed to keep the clearance normal. The only difference would be in the exhaust valve taking up, so that the exhaust valves should be set with more… | ||
| Scan075 | Secret memo discussing modifications to the Phantom radiator, bonnet, and dashboard for the G.2 'B' series and 'SS' chassis. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM R. (BY. is struck through) C. to BJ. HS. (BJ. is struck through) S E C R E T. ORIGINAL (stamped) R6/M7.5.28. PHANTOM - MODIFIED RADIATOR, BONNET, AND POSSIBLY DASHBOARD. X 7250 (handwritten,… | ||
| Scan076 | Suitable design for a damped pendulum lever with laminated springs. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM R. Copy to BJ. DAMPED PENDULUM LEVER. X7430 We have today arrived at a suitable design for a damped pendulum lever having laminated springs that we think will give good zero running, and a… | ||
| Scan077 | Design and specifications for compensated type valve lift curves and cams. | ||
| View original record | BY: FROM E. C. to BJ. HS. ORIGINAL E3/M9.5.28. EAC.10. VALVE LIFT CURVES. X7060 X7080 X290 We send you herewith drawings LeC. 2558. & 2559. dealing with the above. These drawings give particulars of… | ||
| Scan078 | Modifications for a Phantom (12-EX) concerning centralised chassis lubrication and rear spring attachments. | ||
| View original record | ~~BY.~~ HS. ) FROM DA. ORIGINAL DA2/M10.5.28. NEXT 10,000 MILES PHANTOM (12-EX.) X8940C XJ806 X7350 With reference to the centralised chassis lubrication on this car, we have a scheme nearly complete… | ||
| Scan079 | Alternative proposals for a centralised chassis lubrication system on the front axle. | ||
| View original record | BY: FROM DA. C. to HS. ORIGINAL DA3/M10.5.28. CENTRALISED CHASSIS LUBRICATION. X3806 X7420 Herewith we send N. schs. 2596/7. shewing the re-arrangement of the centralised lubrication on the front axle… | ||
| Scan080 | Typed letter suggesting changes to side steering lever lengths and requesting information on side steering tube springs. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM DA. ORIGINAL DA4/M11.5.28. 40/50 STEERING. X7430/X7450 With reference to HS/RM3/LG8528., we suggest that the length of the side steering lever shewn in columns 6 & 7 should be 9.5, and that… | ||
| Scan081 | Scheme 2598, a wearing pad for the rear axle, and other modifications for a 10,000-mile test. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM DA. C. to BJ. HS. ORIGINAL DA2/M11.5.28. CENTRALISED CHASSIS LUBRICATION. X7350 X3806 Herewith we send N. scheme 2598. - wearing pad on rear axle. It is intended that this should be fitted to… | ||
| Scan082 | Scheme 2599, a simplified arrangement for centralised chassis lubrication. | ||
| View original record | ORIGINAL BY: FROM DA. Copy to BJ. HS. DA1/M11.5.28. CENTRALISED CHASSIS LUBRICATION. X3806 Herewith we send N. scheme 2599., shewing the simplified arrangement of piping on the pedals, front brake… | ||
| Scan083 | Proposal for modifying the Phantom Weir type slotted induction pipe to improve accessibility and ease of maintenance. | ||
| View original record | FROM E. HS.) Copy to BI ORIGINAL PHANTOM WEIR TYPE SLOTTED INDUCTION PIPE. X7070 X7080 X8070 Regarding the above job we have the design in hand, and hope to send it to Derby next week. We propose to… | ||
| Scan084 | Ideas for managing engine overoiling by varying oil pressure with speed. | ||
| View original record | RG.) FROM R. HS.) Copy to BL ORIGINAL R5/M14.5.28. OVEROILING. X2176 Y3933 We think it is quite a good idea to have the oil pressure varying with speed. The question is how should it be done, and… | ||
| Scan085 | Query regarding the possibility of using smaller road wheels on a car. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM R. C. to BJ. BY. ROAD WHEELS. ORIGINAL R3/M14.5.28. X7810 +8810 X5810 Why cannot we see a R-R car with smaller road wheels? R. MADE AT CROXLEY | ||
| Scan086 | Requesting a report on Austenitic valve steel. | ||
| View original record | (RG.) FROM R. HS.) C. to BJ. BY. ORIGINAL R4/M14.5.28. VALVE STEEL. X.11474 Why cannot we get a report on Austenitic valve steel? R. | ||
| Scan087 | Modifications to the clutch thrust to make it oil retaining. | ||
| View original record | FROM DA. C. to HS. CENTRALISED CHASSIS LUBRICATION - CLUTCH THRUST (Handwritten and crossed out: X3806 / X7300) Herewith we send N. sch. 2601. shewing the slight modifications to the clutch thrust to… | ||
| Scan088 | Rebuilding chassis 15-EX with an ordinary long frame, new components, and specifics on the steering column type. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM DA/EV. Copy to BY. [Strikethrough] ORIGINAL 15-EX. X7720 [Strikethrough] X7430 X7380 X-7250 [Strikethrough] You told us that 15-EX. will be rebuilt as an ordinary chassis, and not a sports… | ||
| Scan089 | Arrangement of the Enots-Bijur lubrication on the back axle. | ||
| View original record | ~~BY.~~ FROM DA. Copy to - ~~BJ.~~ HS. LU ORIGINAL DA2/M16.5.28. CENTRALISED CHASSIS LUBRICATION - REAR AXLE. ~~X7350~~ ~~X3806~~ 19 MAY 1928 Herewith we send N. sch. 2602. - arrangement of the… | ||
| Scan090 | Causes of 'joggling' in Phantom steering, attributing it to gyroscopic reaction and road shocks. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM R. C. to BJ. WCR. BY. PN. CWB. ORIGINAL R7/M17.5.28. PHANTOM STEERING. X8430 (struck through) X7430 My own ideas have been for some time that the "joggling" at the steering wheel is largely… | ||
| Scan091 | New design of a damped pendulum lever with leaf springs for the 'SS' Steering system. | ||
| View original record | BY FROM DA. C. to BJ. HS. ORIGINAL DA4/M17.5.28. "SS" STEERING. PENDULUM LEVER. X7430 X7420 We send herewith N. sch. 2600. shewing the new design of damped pendulum lever with leaf springs. The leaf… | ||
| Scan092 | New side steering tube designed for use with a damped pendulum lever on 'SS' steering systems. | ||
| View original record | DY. FROM DA. C. to BJ. HS. ORIGINAL DA5/M17.5.28. "SS" STEERING. X7430 X7425 X7450 Herewith we send N. sch. 2605., shewing the rear end of the side steering tube for use with the damped pendulum… | ||
| Scan093 | Urgency of chassis production, proposed modifications, and testing plans for a new model. | ||
| View original record | HS. ) FROM R. BY. ) C. to BJ. WOR. SECRET. R3/M17.5.28. INDIA 3. X5778 X5830 X615 We are very anxious that there should be no delay in getting this passed when the chassis is completed, and for this… | ||
| Scan094 | Secret memo from 'R.' detailing developments for the 'SS' Phantom, including a new spring damped pendulum lever and other chassis and engine modifications. | ||
| View original record | ORIGINAL SECRET HS. } FROM R. R4/M17.5.28. C. to B.J. WOR. "SS" PHANTOM. X7430 X7410 (crossed out) X7770 We are sending you within the next day or two a spring damped pendulum lever, and in this new… | ||
| Scan095 | Modifications to the central oiling system for the 12-EX experimental car. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM R. Copy to BJ. " WOR. " BY. " C. " SG. 12-EX. AND NEXT CAR RUNNING IN FRANCE. CENTRAL OILING SYSTEM. X3806 In examining the first specimen it appeared to be proving my fears that a scheme so… | ||
| Scan096 | Centralised chassis lubrication, detailing alterations to the front spring's rear anchorage. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM DA. C. to HS. ORIGINAL DA2/M17.5.28. CENTRALISED CHASSIS LUBRICATION. X3806 / X7410 We send herewith N. sch. 2604. shewing the rear anchorage of the front spring. The pieces, including the… | ||
| Scan097 | Modification to the centralised chassis lubrication system for the universal joint and torque sphere. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM DA. C. to BJ. HS. ORIGINAL. DA1/M17.5.28. X7340 X3806 X8340 CENTRALISED CHASSIS LUBRICATION. Herewith we send N. sch. 2603. - modification to the lubrication of the universal joint and torque… | ||
| Scan098 | Modifications to the 'SS' chassis rear end. | ||
| View original record | FROM DA/EV. C. to BJ. HS. ORIGINAL SECRET "SS" REAR END. X7460 X7600 We send herewith N. sch. 2592. shewing modifications to the rear end of "SS" chassis already sent you on N. schemes 2556/7/8/9. and… | ||
| Scan099 | Modifications required for the centralised chassis lubrication system. | ||
| View original record | -BY. FROM DA. C. to BJ. HS. ORIGINAL CENTRALISED CHASSIS LUBRICATION. X3806 X7150 X7330 Referring to the list attached to DA3/M17528., the following points require slight modification, but the work… | ||
| Scan100 | Installation of an Enots oiling nipple and the subsequent removal of the Bijur pump. | ||
| View original record | (2) With reference to the main unit - called (C) on list - it is intended that there shall be an Enots nipple at some convenient point under the bonnet, by the application of a gun to which, oil can… | ||
| Scan101 | Reminder to supply figures for tappet clearance variations on Phantom engines. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM E. Copy to BJ ORIGINAL E1/M19.5.28. TAPPET CLEARANCE. X 8060 X .615 X 7060 This is to remind you that you agreed to supply figures of tappet clearance variations on Phantom engines with cast… | ||
| Scan102 | Design LeC. 2560 for throttle governor control and modifications to the induction pipe. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM E/CLJ. C. to -BY. HS. ORIGINAL E/CLJ1/M19.5.28. X7/40 X7070 EAC. 10. THROTTLE GOVERNOR CONTROL. We send you herewith LeC. 2560., design for the above. We are making modifications to the… | ||
| Scan103 | Proposed changes to the axle control damper spindle to improve oil retention. | ||
| View original record | FROM DA. C. to HS. ORIGINAL CENTRALISED CHASSIS LUBRICATION. X3806 X7420 Herewith we send N. sch. 2606. shewing the proposed slight changes to the construction of the axle control damper spindle to… | ||
| Scan104 | Approval and implementation of an improved appearance for the 20HP model. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM DA/EV. C. to - HS. SG. ORIGINAL DA/EV1/M19.5.28. X5770 X52-60 X5830 V5250 IMPROVED APPEARANCE OF 20HP. You will have seen by SG11/M16528., that BJ. and members of the Sales conference have… | ||
| Scan105 | Scheme 2609 for the 'SS' side steering tube, noting its similarity to the cross steering tube. | ||
| View original record | FROM DA. SECRET ORIGINAL DA1/M22.5.28. C. to BJ. HS. "SS" SIDE STEERING TUBE. X7425 X7450 Herewith we send N. scheme 2609., shewing the front end of the side steering tube. It will be seen that most… | ||
| Scan106 | Scheme 2608 for adapting the front springs' rear anchorage for centralised lubrication. | ||
| View original record | FROM DA. C. to HS. ORIGINAL DA2/M22.5.28. INDIA 3.- CENTRALISED CHASSIS LUBRICATION. X3806 X5410 We send herewith N. scheme 2608., rear anchorage of the front springs adapted for centralised… | ||
| Scan107 | New scheme for the rear shackle and dumb iron for the India 3 model's rear springs. | ||
| View original record | FROM DA. C. to HS. ORIGINAL DA4/M22.5.28. X5410 INDIA 3. REAR END OF REAR SPRINGS. Herewith we send N. scheme 2579. shewing the rear shackle and dumb iron. We have used the same shackle with slight… | ||
| Scan108 | Modifications to the rear end components for 'India 3 & 4' vehicles. | ||
| View original record | ~~BY~~ FROM DA. C. to ~~BJ.~~ HS. ORIGINAL DA3/M22.5.28. REAR END OF INDIA 3 & 4. X5600 X5460 / X5400 Herewith we send N. schs. 2575/6/7/8., shewing the frame rear end, 2nd. cross member a petrol… | ||
| Scan109 | Secret memo regarding scheme 2610 for the 'SS' cross steering tube joint. | ||
| View original record | ORIGINAL BY. FROM DA. C. to BO. HS. S E C R E T. DA3/M23.5.28. "SS" CROSS STEERING TUBE. X7425 Herewith we send N. scheme 2610., shewing the joint for the cross steering tube with a reduced spring… | ||
| Scan110 | The arrangement of centralised chassis lubrication for the brake differential and hand brake lever. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM DA. C. to BJ. HS. ORIGINAL DAL/M23.5.28. CENTRALISED CHASSIS LUBRICATION. X3806 X7330 We send herewith N. sch. 2611. shewing the lubrication arranged on the brake differential and hand brake… | ||
| Scan111 | The position of a 2-level device in the petrol tank and sump design for the 20HP model. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM DA. C. to BJ. HS 20HP. - 2 LEVEL DEVICE IN PETROL TANK. DA2/M23.5.28. X5460 X4038 X615 With reference to the question of the position of the 2 level device in relation to the shape of the… | ||
| Scan112 | Modifications for the 20HP improved bonnet, radiator, and dash. | ||
| View original record | BY FROM DA/EV. Copy to - HS. ORIGINAL DA/EV1/M23.5.28. 20HP. IMPROVED BONNET. X5260 X5250 X5500 Thank you for your BY7/G21528. We are under the impression that the producing of the radiator bonnet and… | ||
| Scan113 | Suggesting the use of nickel and chromium in iron castings to improve strength for car cylinders and flywheels. | ||
| View original record | BY. } FROM R. HE. } C. to BJ. WOR. RG. HS. ORIGINAL R1/M23.5.28. IRON CASTINGS. X5050 x7050 x8060 Many people seem to be adding nickel and chromium to iron castings to increase their strength,… | ||
| Scan114 | Centralised chassis lubrication for the front brake differential shaft, pedals, and clutch operating shaft. | ||
| View original record | FROM DA. C. to HS. CENTRALISED CHASSIS LUBRICATION. DA2/M26.5.28. X3806 X7470 X7420 X7300. We send herewith N/sch. 2615. - the lubrication applied to the front brake differential shaft, pedals, and… | ||
| Scan115 | Modification to the clutch thrust for improved oil retention. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM DA. C. to BY. HS. ORIGINAL DA1/M31.5.28. INDIA 3. CLUTCH THRUST. X5300 Herewith we send N. sch. 2616. shewing the modification to the clutch thrust to make it more oil retaining, on the lines… | ||
| Scan116 | Centralised chassis lubrication for the Phantom pendulum lever, referencing scheme 2618. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM DA. C. to BY. HS. INDIA 3. - CENTRALISED CHASSIS LUBRICATION. DA2/M31.5.28. X3806 X5430 X Herewith we send N. sch. 2618. shewing the lubrication of the pendulum lever on the lines of the… | ||
| Scan117 | Modification to the rear axle for the Enots/Bijur centralised chassis lubrication system. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM DA. C. to BJ. HS. ORIGINAL DA2/M5. 6. 28. CENTRALISED CHASSIS LUBRICATION - INDIA 3. FRONT AXLE. X3806 X5420 Herewith we send N. scheme 2622., shewing the slight modification to the… | ||
| Scan118 | Schemes for centralised chassis lubrication of the brake gear on the India 3 rear axle. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM DA. C. to BJ. HS. ORIGINAL DA1/M5.6.28. CENTRALISED CHASSIS LUBRICATION. X3806 X5350 INDIA 3. REAR AXLE. Herewith we send N. schemes 2621/24., shewing the arrangement for lubricating the… | ||
| Scan119 | Frame heights, axle modifications, and buffer clearance for the 'SS' model. | ||
| View original record | HS/RM. FROM DA. ORIGINAL DA5/M5.6.28. FRAME HEIGHTS. X7380 X7420 X5380 X615 X2066 Replying to HS/RM6/LG31528. At the present moment "SS" is 22.5" from the ground and we have obtained this by modifying… | ||
| Scan120 | Provision of an interim induction pipe to enable engine testing. | ||
| View original record | FROM E. C. to HS. ORIGINAL E1/M6.6.28. EAC. 10. INDUCTION PIPE. X7070 X7080 We send herewith LeC. 2562. shewing an induction pipe suitable, as far as we can make out in the absence of actual… | ||
| Scan121 | Modifications to the 'SS' Front Axle, including a dropped centre portion and reduced pivot angle. | ||
| View original record | BY. from DA. c. to BJ. Hs. X. 7420 DA1/M9.6.28. 'SS' FRONT AXLE. Herewith we send N.sch.2625 shewing the front axle with the centre portion dropped 1" more than the present standard. We have shewn the… | ||
| Scan122 | Secret memorandum detailing proposed modifications to the 'SS' Front Axle. | ||
| View original record | FROM DA. C. to HS. ORIGINAL SECRET. "SS" FRONT AXLE. X7430 Herewith we send N. sch. 2625. shewing the front axle with the centre portion dropped 1" more than the present standard. We have shewn the… | ||
| Scan123 | Attached drawing for a Top Water Pipe and Fan. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM E. C. to BJ. HS. ORIGINAL E1/M9.6.28. X.7180 X7220 EAC. 10. TOP WATER PIPE AND FAN. Please find attached the above drawing - LeC. 2563. E. RECEIVED 10 JUN 1928 HS | ||
| Scan124 | Sending schedule 2628 showing the layout for the 'SS' side steering tube and front springs with a modified axle drop. | ||
| View original record | ORIGINAL SECRET BY. FROM DA. C. to BJ. HS. "SS" SIDE STEERING TUBE ETC. DA1/M13.6.28. X7450 X7420 Herewith we send N. sch. 2628. shewing the layout of the side steering tube, front springs, etc, with… | ||
| Scan125 | Best way to test different valve steels on the test bed. | ||
| View original record | HS. } FROM R. BY. } HL. } Copy to - BJ. " - WOR. " - E. ORIGINAL R1/M11.6.28. VALVE STEELS. X1474 X5060 X8060 X4587 X3822 I think the nearest and quickest way to find out the best valve steel is to… | ||
| Scan126 | Design issues and proposing modifications for the Phantom's rear wheel and luggage carrier. | ||
| View original record | to [REDACTED]. from Da/Ev. Hs/ (handwritten) copy to Hs. ORIGINAL (stamp) EV3/13.6.28. X7600 (handwritten) X7400 (handwritten) RE REAR WHEEL & LUGGAGE CARRIER. PHANTOM. We notice on F.78722. that the… | ||
| Scan127 | Proposal for 'E' type steering modifications for a G.2.B. Series Phantom. | ||
| View original record | to WH from Da/Ev. copy to W. Hs. EV1/14.6.28. PHANTOM. ORIGINAL X7830 X7430 X7470 "E" TYPE STEERING FOR G.2.B. SERIES. We send herewith N.Sch 2632. shewing the proposed "E" Type Steering for G.2.B.… | ||
| Scan128 | Providing additional information on the 'SS' Battery Cross Member. | ||
| View original record | ORIGINAL SECRET DA2/M15.6.28. BY. FROM DA. C. to DJ. HS. "SS" BATTERY CROSS MEMBER. X7380 Herewith we send N. scheme 2631. giving the additional information as to the battery cross member which was… | ||
| Scan129 | Support of the steering column with a cast dash. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM DA. ORIGINAL DA1/M15.6.28. X7430 X7500 re. SUPPORT OF STEERING COLUMN WITH CAST DASH. Since your HS/RM1/LG30428., we have not heard any more about the support of the column with the cast… | ||
| Scan130 | Redesign of a magnetic cutout for a green light charge scheme, addressing issues with road vibrations and coil materials. | ||
| View original record | EFC. FROM R. [Strikethrough]C. to BJ. HS. BY.[/Strikethrough] ORIGINAL. R3/M15.6.28. GREEN LIGHT CHARGE SCHEME. X4040 I fear the magnetic arrangement of the old cutout is hardly suitable, the reason… | ||
| Scan131 | Solutions to a steering problem, detailing a spring-damped pendulum lever and hydraulic modifications. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM R. C. to BJ. BY. [Strikethrough] re. PROBLEM OF STEERING. X7430 X7830 X8430 X235 ORIGINAL We have now sent you a spring damped pendulum lever with laminated springs. This is arranged so that… | ||
| Scan132 | Solutions for gas-tightness around the 20HP gear quadrant and modifications to the gear and brake levers. | ||
| View original record | FROM DA. C. to HS. DA3/M16.6.28. X5430 X5420 X3908 20HP. GEAR QUADRANT AND GAS-TIGHTNESS. With reference to the question of keeping hot air fumes etc from coming up through the gear quadrant gashes,… | ||
| Scan133 | Proposed improvements for a new car model and sourcing bodies for prototypes. | ||
| View original record | HS. } FROM R. BY. } (crossed out) DA. } (crossed out) ORIGINAL SECRET. C. to BJ. WCR. (crossed out) C. SG. (crossed out) INDIA 3. X5770 (crossed out) X5870 (crossed out) X4663 I am anxious to get this… | ||
| Scan134 | Modifications to the 'SS' front axle control and shock damper, including shortening a lever and increasing an inner ball bearing. | ||
| View original record | ORIGINAL SECRET FROM DA. C. to HS. "SS" FRONT AXLE CONTROL. DA3/M19.6.28. X7420 X7580 X7520 Herewith we send N. scheme 2635. shewing the front axle control and shock damper for "SS" which has been… | ||
| Scan135 | Compromised redesign for a higher and narrower headlamp position on the 20HP model. | ||
| View original record | ~~BY.~~ FROM DA. C. to ~~BJ.~~ HS. ORIGINAL DA2/M19.6.28. 20HP. HEADLAMPS. ~~X.5800~~ With reference to the position of the lamps, the introduction of the higher radiator calls for a raised position… | ||
| Scan136 | New aluminium turbulent head, detailing its performance gains and the urgency to progress with its production. | ||
| View original record | HS. ) FROM R. BY. ) [Struck through] C. to BJ. WOR. [Struck through] ORIGINAL R2/M20.6.28. INDIA 3. X5050 X5771 [Struck through] X5005 [Underlined] X5810 [Underlined] We are sending you this week the… | ||
| Scan137 | Sending drawings for a new experimental carburetter for the Phantom engine. | ||
| View original record | HS. } FROM R. BY. [crossed out] C to RI. WOR. ORIGINAL R3/M20.6.28. PHANTOM CARBURETTER. X7080 X8080 [crossed out] This week we are sending you the drawings of a new experimental carburetter for the… | ||
| Scan138 | Confirming that two bolts are sufficient for the scuttle semi-isolation to support the steering column with the cast dash. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM DA. ORIGINAL DA1/M21.6.28. X 7480 X 7500 X9613 SUPPORT OF STEERING COLUMN WITH CAST DASH. We thank you for your HS/RM5/LG18628. It would appear from this that the use of 2 bolts only at the… | ||
| Scan139 | Contingency plans for carburetter and induction pipe development for specific projects. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM R. Copy to BJ [Struck through] " " WOH [Struck through] " " BY [Struck through] ORIGINAL R2/M21.6.28. CARBURETTERS & INDUCTION PIPES. X7080 X5080 X7070 X5070 Should the new R-R vertical… | ||
| Scan140 | Proposed spring-loaded adjustment for the front axle control ball joint. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM DA. C. to BJ. HS ORIGINAL DA2/M21.6.28. FRONT AXLE CONTROL - BALL JOINT ON CON. ROD. X7420 X7240 X7030 It will be remembered that Exp. Dept. have asked for an adjustment on the ball end to… | ||
| Scan141 | New induction pipe heating scheme, proposing a novel valve system to be patented. | ||
| View original record | HS. } FROM R. BY. } C. to BJ. WOR. RG. NA. Mr. CLAREMONT. ORIGINAL R3/M21.6.28. X7070 X7080 X5070 CARS - INDUCTION PIPE HEATING. Apparently from HS' reports and our own impressions we must give up all… | ||
| Scan142 | Investigations into a pressure issue in hydraulic shock dampers, possibly caused by trapped air. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM DA. DA1/M22.6.28. HYDRAULIC SHOCK DAMPERS. X235 With reference to HS/RM2/LG18628., Mr. Royce suggests that the phenomenon of the pressure remaining on the high pressure side during the low… | ||
| Scan143 | Objections and requesting tests concerning the 'SS' front axle, specifically the wheel placement and stub axles. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM DA. ORIGINAL SECRET. DA2/M22.6.28. "SS" FRONT AXLE. X7420 X401 Y457. With reference to HS/RM1/LG18628., R. thinks than an objection to putting the wheel further from the plane of the pivot… | ||
| Scan144 | Confirming the dispatch of drawing LeC. 2566 for the India 3-cylinder head and valve rockers. | ||
| View original record | ORIGINAL BY. FROM E. C. to PJ. HS. E3/M23.6.28. INDIA 3. CYL. HEAD & VALVE ROCKERS. X5050 X5060 We send herewith LeC. 2566., shewing the above. This drawing will enable you to get on with the cyl.… | ||
| Scan145 | Confirming the dispatch of drawing LeC. 2565 for 'India 3. Tappet Rods'. | ||
| View original record | BY. [struck through] FROM E. C. to Dr. [struck through] HS. ORIGINAL E4/M23.6.28. INDIA 3. TAPPET RODS. [handwritten] X5060 We send you herewith drawing LeC. 2565., shewing the above. E. | ||
| Scan146 | Sourcing and modification of three car bodies, including one for India and a personal one for Mr Royce. | ||
| View original record | to HS. & WS. from EV. EV2/23.6.28. HS RE BODIES FOR INDIA 3. ORIGINAL X5830 (crossed out) X5380 We wired you today to send the subframe to Lillie Hall, and also to say that all the holes for the… | ||
| Scan147 | Modifications for an expanding throat carburetter. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM E. C. to BJ. HS. RR. EXPANDING THROAT CARBURETTER - EAC.10. X7080 X7070 We send you herewith LeC. 2564. shewing the above. Induction pipe LeC. 2562. should be used for this carburetter, the… | ||
| Scan148 | Agreement to reduce the dashboard-to-steering wheel distance on the 'E' Steering for model 12-EX. | ||
| View original record | FROM DA. C. to HS. E. STEERING - G.2.b. SERIES. X7430 X7500 With reference to HS1/LG21628., DA/EV. discussed this matter with the Sales conference, and it was agreed that we should accept the… | ||
| Scan149 | Ordering and construction of three car bodies for the 'First India 3' project. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM DA/EV. ORIGINAL DA/EV1/M26.6.28. re. FIRST INDIA 3. (5770 x 5830 x 5380 Thank you for your HS1/LG23628. We note that the subframe is at Lillie Hall, and regret that in order to provide a body… | ||
| Scan150 | Specifications for body brackets, step-irons, and side levers for the 'India 3' model. | ||
| View original record | to EH. from Da/Ev. copy to Hs. IS. HS. ORIGINAL SECRET INDIA. EV4/26.6.28. X5390 X5830 RE BODY BRACKETS: STEP-IRONS & SIDE LEVERS. INDIA 3. We send herewith N.Sch.2620. shewing the body brackets, step… | ||
| Scan151 | Alterations to the Phantom model's lubrication instructions to reduce oiling frequency. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM DA. ORIGINAL DA4/M26.6.28. PHANTOM LUBRICATION ALTERATIONS. X8980 X7980 R. wishes to alter the lubrication instructions on the existing Phantom so as to call for less frequent oiling. We are… | ||
| Scan152 | Front and rear wheel clearances for the 'India 3' project. | ||
| View original record | to [REDACTED]. from Da/Ev. copy to Hs. [REDACTED]. SECRET INDIA 3. ORIGINAL EV5/26.6.28. Hs. FRONT AND REAR WHEEL WHEEL CLEARANCES. X615 X5800 X5390 X5810 We send herewith N.Sch. 2619. shewing the… | ||
| Scan153 | Designing a dashboard-mounted pump for a centralised chassis lubrication system. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM DA. ORIGINAL DA2/M28.6.28. CENTRALISED CHASSIS LUBRICATION. X3806 [strikethrough] X8-500 X5800 We are engaged in designing a pump for use on both cars mounted on the dashboard. As soon as we… | ||
| Scan154 | Request from Mr. Royce for an additional test on hydraulic shock dampers. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM DA. ORIGINAL. DA3/M28.6.28. HYDRAULIC SHOCK DAMPERS. X235 Further to our DA1/M22628., Mr. Royce would like an additional test made by providing a leak also for the high pressure side. With… | ||
| Scan155 | Modifications to a crankchamber for an India 3-cylinder block to accommodate larger valves. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM E. C. to BJ. HS. INDIA 3. CYL. BLOCK. X5060 X5000 E3/M29.6.28. above. We send herewith LeC. 2569. shewing the It will be remembered that this cyl. block requires a crankchamber of the… | ||
| Scan156 | Revised, colour-coded Phantom wiring diagram for inclusion in the instruction book. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM E. 2 ORIGINAL E2/M29.6.28. C. to BJ. HS. EFC. PHANTOM TECHNICAL WIRING DIAGRAM. X.7560. X4040 We send herewith LeC. 2570. shewing a revision to the above. The diagram has been re-arranged to… | ||
| Scan157 | Battery charge indicator switch and a request for a distribution board drawing. | ||
| View original record | Br. FROM E. C. to Do. HS. EFC. ORIGINAL X4040 BATTERY CHARGE INDICATOR SWITCH. X7740. We send herewith LeCs. 2567/8. dealing with the above. We should be glad if you would make a drawing of the… | ||
| Scan158 | Outlining various schemes for rear-mounted spare wheels and luggage arrangements for the 'India 3' model. | ||
| View original record | FROM DA/EV. C. to HS. REAR END OF INDIA 3. X5400 X5380 X5830 X5810 It would appear that our present arrangement of alternatively having one wheel or luggage at the rear does not quite meet the whole… | ||