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Rubber stop for the Phantom III clutch pedal, similar to the one for the 25/30 HP model.30th Jan 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0085
Modification to add drainage slots to the hot box on the Phantom III induction system.1st Feb 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0086
Request to send a Ph.III driven plate hub and iron rivets to Borg & Beck for clutch plate assembly.3rd Feb 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0087
Request to detail and make pieces for a Phantom III clutch scheme to maintain a constant pedal load.10th Feb 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0088
Requesting a clutch pedal stop be fitted to cars 33-EX and 32-EX.14th Feb 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0089
Testing and specifying various Borg & Beck clutch plates for the Phantom III chassis.18th Feb 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0090
On the modification and testing of a standard Oillite bush for the Phantom III clutch.9th Mar 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0091
Use of a standard oilite bush for the Phantom III clutch and the necessary modifications.9th Mar 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0092
Request to incorporate a modified oilite bush into the specification for the Phantom III Clutch.13th Mar 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0093
Seizing oilite bush on the Phantom III clutch.27th Mar 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0094
Sending a Phantom III clutch plate and facings to Borg & Beck Ltd. for refacing with Ferodo material.1st Apr 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0095
Modification to the gas-tight joint for the brake and clutch pedals on the Phantom III model.3rd Apr 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0096
Examination of a stiffened clutch pressure plate's performance after testing.6th Apr 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0097
Requesting the manufacture of a hub for a Phantom III clutch from carbon steel.8th Apr 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0098
Arranging a test run for an Oilite Bush for a Phantom III clutch.8th Apr 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0099
Request to make one each of a lever and bracket, which are alternative pieces for the pedal servo, for the Ph.III Clutch.15th Apr 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0100
Recommendation to use 'Ferodo No.6' material for Ph.lll clutches based on its smooth take-up.17th Apr 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0101
Material composition and manufacturing issues for clutch adjusting screws and valve springs.20th Apr 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0102
Micro-examination report on a failed Phantom III valve spring, concluding the cause was surface corrosion.15th Apr 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0103
Issues and proposed modifications for the Phantom III clutch pedal travel.22th Apr 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0104
Note on alterations to increase the equivalent servo-operated clutch pedal travel.24th Apr 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0105
Instructions for the assembly of clutch components.24th Apr 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0106
Modification to the Clutch and Brake Pedals for the Phantom III to accommodate floor matting.24th Apr 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0107
Graph showing the characteristics of a Long Semi-Centrifugal Clutch advertised in an S.A.E. Journal.1st Apr 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0108
The modification of clutch and brake pedals for the Phantom III.24th Apr 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0109
Changing Phantom III clutch plates on experimental cars for endurance testing.28th Apr 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0110
Failure of the Phantom III clutch facing, comparing materials, and detailing modifications.29th Apr 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0111
Modifications to the Phantom III clutch and frame.29th Apr 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0112
Letter to Ferodo Limited detailing tensile strength test results for Ferodo 'No.6' and Raybestos 'Hyco' material samples.30th Apr 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0113
Letter discussing the comparative strengths and centrifugal stress of materials named 'Hyco' and 'No.6'.30th Apr 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0114
Flywheel balancing issues and solutions for the Phantom III, including a request for Chevrolet drawings.4th May 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0115
Manufacturing failure of a clutch sleeve on the Phantom III and proposing a design change.5th May 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0116
Failure of an Oilite bush in the Phantom III chassis flywheel and clutch, and the resulting production hold.6th May 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0117
Phantom III Clutch oilite bush G.83571 and testing of a cheaper alternative.7th May 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0118
Experimental oillite bush for the Phantom III chassis flywheel and clutch.8th May 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0119
Trialling two new Phantom III clutch driven plates with specially arranged U-slots.15th May 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0120
Request to modify a Phantom III clutch hub to give it more axial flexibility.19th May 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0121
Clutch failure on car 34-EX, its causes, and potential remedies.26th May 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0122
Clutch facing failure on car J4-EX and outlining proposed modifications and ongoing experiments.27th May 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0123
Merits and issues of a 12' Long centre plate from Borg & Beck for a JZ-EX model.27th May 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0124
Modifications to the Phantom III clutch with vacuum assistance.29th May 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0125
Proposed modifications and clearance adjustments for the Phantom III clutch.29th May 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0126
Clutch failure on model 34-EX, focusing on fabric thickness, rivetting, and weave.29th May 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0127
Modifications and material specifications for the Phantom III Clutch Vacuum Servo.29th May 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0128
Confirming arrangements for a Phantom III clutch driven plate and ordering facings.5th Jun 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0129
Difficulties with the Phantom III clutch and suggesting a modification to increase pedal travel.5th Jun 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0130
Clutch adjustment specifications for the Phantom III model.9th Jun 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0131
Modification to the Phantom III clutch due to premature fabric failure.10th Jun 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0132
Delivery delays and design modifications for Phantom III clutch plates due to supplier issues.11th Jun 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0133
Required modifications and inspections for a 33-EX clutch.16th Jun 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0134
Alternative clutch lining materials and manufacturing methods for the Phantom III Clutch.17th Jun 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0135
Confirmatory order for Phantom III clutch plates.17th Jun 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0136
Issues with Phantom III clutches, detailing problems with clutch fabric failure and experiments with new linings.22th Jun 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0137
The development and whirling tests of different friction facings for the Phantom III clutch.22th Jun 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0138
The testing and development of various clutch plates and their facings.22th Jun 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0139
Order for 3 further clutch plate blanks for a Phantom III.22th Jun 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0140
Requesting the preparation of a further driven plate for a Phantom III Clutch.22th Jun 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0141
Modifications to the Phantom III clutch to reduce dust accumulation.23th Jun 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0142
Photograph of a 'Talon III' Borg & Beck clutch centre plate with test specifications.23th Jun 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0143
Photograph of a Phantom III Borg and Beck clutch centre plate faced with Ferodo 'M.G.' material.23th Jun 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0144
Photograph of a failed 'Phantom III' clutch centre plate faced with Ferodo 'RC.6' material after a test.26th Jun 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0145
Issues with the Phantom III clutch's oilite bush and requesting a modification to dispense with it.26th Jun 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0146
Sending Phantom III driven plate parts to Ferodo for testing.30th Jun 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0147
Rebuilding and testing of a new clutch plate for the Phantom III.3rd Jul 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0148
Finger adjustment on the Phantom III clutch, proposing the creation of cast iron gauge plates.4th Jul 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0149
Ongoing tests of a new, more promising clutch plate for the Phantom III.10th Jul 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0150
The results of whirling tests performed on Rm 164/5 plates.16th Jul 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0151
Ongoing clutch problems with car 34-EX and arranging for its replacement at the Works.31th Jul 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0152
Requesting an additional scheme be fitted during modifications to the 36-EX clutch.4th Aug 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0153
Requesting to fit clutch facings with a different material for the 36-EX clutch.5th Aug 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0154
Request to prepare parts for a clutch upgrade on car 34-EX due to recurring trouble.8th Aug 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0155
Requesting to fit a used clutch driven plate from car 33-EX to car 34-EX for endurance testing.12th Aug 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0156
Method for dynamically balancing the Phantom III flywheel.17th Aug 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0157
To transfer instructions for fitting a clutch driven plate from one unit to another for endurance work.17th Aug 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0158
Accompanying drawings Rm.164/5 and Hs.2179 for a new Ph.III centre plate proposed for standardisation.20th Aug 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0159
The introduction of a new centre driven clutch plate for the Phantom III.3rd Aug 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0160
Issues with the Phantom III clutch and proposing a production change to a different centre plate.20th Aug 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0161
Request to manufacture a second 'Long' type plate for a Phantom III Clutch.24th Aug 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0162
Correcting a misunderstanding about the Phantom III clutch design and parts.25th Aug 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0163
Request to fit a specific pedal servo scheme to a rebuilt Phantom III clutch to get the vehicle on the road sooner.28th Aug 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0164
The delivery schedule for Phantom III clutch parts, including the driven plate and friction lining.1st Sep 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0165
The supply and modification of a Phantom III clutch plate for a customer's car.12th Sep 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0166
Clutch finger adjustment on the Phantom III, discussing issues with driven plate parallelism and recommending a new gauging practice.12th Sep 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0167
Proposed scheme to address an issue with the Phantom III clutch, specifically 'jaggering'.21th Sep 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0168
Clutch 'jaggering' on the Phantom III and the benefits of using a gauge plate.24th Sep 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0169
Request to detail and prepare pieces for a spring centre on a Phantom III clutch to reduce transmission rattles.24th Sep 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0170
Suggestions to increase the flexibility of the Phantom III Clutch Coupling Shaft to overcome a vibration issue.24th Sep 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0171
Instructions for refacing a Phantom III clutch plate from car 36-EX with Hycoe material.25th Sep 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0172
Determining if the difficulty in making the Phantom III clutch smooth is due to shaft flexibility.25th Sep 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0173
Request to detail and make wider clutch facings for the Phantom III.25th Sep 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0174
Requesting modifications to a Phantom III clutch plate.30th Sep 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0175
Order to be placed with Messrs. Ferodo for specific clutch discs for the Phantom III.1st Oct 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0176
Requesting to fit a Hycoe faced plate to a 36-EX clutch instead of a standard one.5th Oct 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0177
Five recommendations for a modified Phantom III clutch.8th Oct 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0178
Design of a driven plate and a planned experiment with a spring centre plate to reduce transmission rattles.8th Oct 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0179
Missed desirable feature for the Phantom III clutch regarding the driven plate and splines.8th Oct 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0180
The removal of a special flywheel from a Phantom III No. 8 unit.8th Oct 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0181
Providing instructions for facing a plate for a Phantom III Clutch.8th Oct 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0182
Modification to the Phantom III engine stay and clutch casing to reduce cost.8th Oct 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0183
The preparation of a Phantom III clutch driven plate with specific cushioning and riveting.10th Oct 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0184


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