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Letter to The Hoffman Manufacturing Co. Ltd. regarding the return of two noisy bearings.15th Mar 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0285
Letter from Hoffmann Manufacturing Co. regarding remarks on returned N.2001 bearings.17th Mar 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0286
Requesting the removal of a clutch trunnion and fitting a propeller shaft damper on car 37-EX.18th Mar 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0287
Order be placed with Messrs Newton and Bennet for a Phantom III clutch plate.19th Mar 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0288
Requesting the replacement of a clutch plate with one faced with R.A.D.11 material.24th Mar 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0289
Dispatch of a hub and rivets for a Phantom III clutch to a supplier.24th Mar 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0290
Standardisation of parts for the Phantom III, specifically 1 inch extra clutch pedal travel.16th Mar 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0291
Estimated cost for new tools for production of the 'D' Series chassis.25th Mar 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0292
Letter from a bearing manufacturer regarding the analysis of two noisy bearings found to contain foreign matter and distortion.25th Mar 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0293
Instruction memo regarding the replacement of a clutch driven plate for vehicle 37-EX.2nd Apr 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0294
Memo detailing the addition of a cadmium plate and a change in manufacturing process to prevent distortion.2nd Apr 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0295
Chart and sketch detailing distortion measurements for a Nut-Trunnion ballrace diameter.31th Mar 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0296
Letter to The Hoffmann Manufacturing Co., Ltd. acknowledging receipt of their letter.5th Apr 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0297
The modification of a Long type clutch plate for chassis 33-EX.5th Apr 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0298
Request for the manufacture of a specific Phantom III clutch driven plate.8th Apr 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0299
The cost savings and design modifications for the Phantom III revised clutch.8th Apr 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0300
Request to manufacture a centre plate for a Phantom III clutch to adapt an experimental disc.13th Apr 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0301
Complaints about a noisy clutch thrust race on the 35-EX model and an associated experimental scheme.19th Apr 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0302
Requesting an endurance test on a Phantom III clutch plate to assess specific failure points.22th Apr 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0303
Modifications to Phantom III Long Type clutch plates.23th Apr 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0304
Requesting the fitting of a new Ph.III Clutch to vehicle 32-EX.27th Apr 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0305
Request to manufacture a set of anti-rattle springs for the Phantom III clutch fingers.3rd May 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0306
The production changeover to an improved clutch for the Phantom III.10th May 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0307
Despatch of a special Phantom III clutch driven plate and rivets to Ferodo Limited for testing.27th May 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0308
Requesting the preparation of a driven plate for a Ph.III clutch.27th May 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0309
Fitting of new 13.500' Thermoid clutch facings to a hub and plate.2nd Jun 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0310
Request to prepare a clutch disc and steel plates for testing different linings on a Phantom III.7th Jun 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0311
Instructions for component changes on chassis 33-EX, involving the clutch, pedals, and axle shafts.8th Jun 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0312
Requesting the preparation of 6 additional centre plates for a Phantom III clutch.8th Jun 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0313
Urgent memo requesting the replacement of clutch plate facings from VM.20 to Thermoid for vehicle 36-EX.9th Jun 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0314
Return of unused special clutch plates and lighter springs for the Phantom III.10th Jun 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0315
Instruction to fit a production type clutch driven plate with Thermoid and without cushioning springs to car 33-EX.21th Jun 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0316
Request to dispatch two Phantom III clutch plates to Cricklewood due to exhausted stock, and for a follow-up report on their performance.21th Jun 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0317
The urgent despatch of Phantom III clutch plates.22th Jun 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0318
Phantom III clutch plate sent on loan to Messrs. Ferodo Limited.23th Jun 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0319
Trial of a simple servo spring to reduce clutch pedal pressure, which was subsequently fitted to car 33-EX.24th Jun 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0320
Request to fit clutch plate EX.27309 with Thermoid facings to car 37-EX.24th Jun 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0321
Requesting to see and try a car in Derby to assess its lightened clutch pedal pressure.28th Jun 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0322
Instruction memo to swap a clutch pedal and servo bracket between vehicles 33-EX and 32-EX.28th Jun 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0323
Urgent request to manufacture a Phantom III flywheel ring with material and dimension specifications.29th Jun 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0324
Providing instructions for bending and testing a clutch servo spring.30th Jun 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0325
Single set of parts available for a lightened clutch pedal.1st Jul 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0326
Trial of a lightened clutch pedal and inquiring about its production status.2nd Jul 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0327
Requesting the fitting of 5 driven clutch plates from Long Co. of America to standard Phantom III hubs.2nd Jul 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0328
Set of parts for a clutch servo scheme for car 36-EX.3rd Jul 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0329
The Phantom III clutch and pedal, comparing different clutch plates and discussing potential modifications.5th Jul 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0330
Pedal knock issue, potential modifications, and proposed elimination schemes.2nd Jul 1932Box 93 \ 3  scan0331
Graph comparing the deflection of different Phantom III clutch driven plates under various pressure plate loads.2nd Jul 1932Box 93 \ 3  scan0332
The decision to forgo a suggested increase in the radius of the Phantom III clutch pedal.6th Jul 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0333
New scheme to lighten clutch pedal pressure, which is being trialled on car 32-EX.7th Jul 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0334
Phantom III Clutch Plate Assembly and its associated cost file.9th Jul 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0335
Application of a Borg and Beck servo spring to the Phantom III clutch.12th Jul 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0336
Responding to advice on clutch testing procedures for the 32-EX Phantom III.18th Jul 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0337
Requesting detail drawings for a new Phantom III clutch pedal servo to be issued to the Experimental Dept.22th Jul 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0338
Comparative table of specifications for P.III, 25/30, and Bentley models.1st Jul 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0339
Specifications for a Single Plate 12.C.B. Clutch as supplied to Lincoln.14th Feb 1934Box 93 \ 3  scan0340
Letter from Long Manufacturing Company providing specifications for a 12' single plate clutch.20th Feb 1934Box 93 \ 3  scan0341
Requesting the balancing of five 13.5' Phantom III clutch plates and the fitting of an omitted oil thrower.2nd Aug 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0342
Instructions for fitting a flywheel ring to Phantom Unit No.14, Chassis 39-EX.4th Aug 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0343
Despatch of Phantom III clutch hubs and associated parts to Borg & Beck.5th Aug 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0344
Order for 100 driven clutch plates for the Phantom III from supplier Borg & Beck.5th Aug 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0345
Correspondence containing extracts regarding a quotation and order for 100 Phantom III clutch plates.6th Aug 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0346
Requesting urgent testing of six Phantom III clutch plates to check up on Borg & Beck's work.11th Aug 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0347
The new, more fragile Thermoid faced clutch plate for the Phantom III, advising on careful handling.12th Aug 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0348
Letter to Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. concerning excessive run-out on tested driven plates for Phantom III clutches.12th Aug 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0349
Letter discussing the condition of five plates, returning one for repair and noting balance issues.12th Aug 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0350
Return of a faulty Phantom III clutch plate to the supplier, Borg & Beck.12th Aug 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0351
Damaged Phantom III clutch plate to be returned to the supplier.12th Aug 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0352
The testing and implementation of Thermoid faced cushion plates for the Phantom III clutch.17th Aug 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0353
Arrival of 13 Phantom III clutch plates from B. & B. and the urgent need for their inspection.17th Aug 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0354
Testing and performance of different clutch servo springs.18th Aug 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0355
Instruction to manufacture six driven plates for the Phantom III clutch with a modification.18th Aug 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0356
Procedure for setting the clutch fingers on a Phantom III when fitting a cushioned plate.18th Aug 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0357
Calculation example and notes regarding clutch plate settings, handling, and maintenance.18th Aug 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0358
Clutch pedal stop for car 32-EX, questioning if the original was moulded or hand-cut and arranging a replacement.19th Aug 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0359
Cost analysis for a PIII Driven Plate, comparing a supplier quotation with in-house costs.18th Aug 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0360
Request to prepare a Phantom III clutch plate for high-speed bursting tests at the Ferodo works.24th Aug 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0361
Solutions for different clutch plate thicknesses for the Phantom III.24th Aug 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0362
Confirming a successful fitting of a long type clutch plate to a Phantom III chassis.24th Aug 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0363
Internal memorandum regarding the arrival and handling of Phantom III clutch plates from Borg & Beck.25th Aug 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0364
Supply and replacement of Phantom III clutch plates.27th Aug 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0365
Supply and standardisation of cushioned plates for the Phantom III Clutch.27th Aug 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0366
Supply and fitting of cushioned clutch plates for the Phantom III.27th Aug 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0367
Instructions for a Depot Sheet on the standardization and fitting of cushioned clutch plates for the Phantom III model.27th Aug 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0368
Specification for the thickness of a ring and the adjustment of a setting plate.27th Aug 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0369
The fitting position of a copper gauze filter for the Phantom III chassis water connection.27th Aug 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0370
Development and testing of Thermoid and Ferodo clutch plate facings.31th Aug 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0371
Increased mechanical strength of Thermoid and its use in facings for 25/30 and Bentley models.31th May 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0372
Letter to Ferodo Ltd. detailing the results of bursting tests on various clutch facings.28th Aug 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0373
Test results for continuous ring versus segmented facings and a request for further test samples.28th Aug 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0374
Supply and stock levels of Phantom III clutch assemblies from supplier Borg & Beck.1st Sep 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0375
The introduction and handling of a new Long type driven plate for the Phantom III clutch.6th Sep 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0376
The fitting of a clutch pedal with increased travel and a revised servo spring.7th Sep 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0377
Faults found in a consignment of 13½' clutch plates and the return of two of them.7th Sep 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0378
Instruction to despatch two 13 1/2 inch clutch plates to Borg & Beck.7th Sep 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0379
Instructing to fit a new clutch pedal, servo, and gearbox No.14.Hs to car 37-EX.8th Sep 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0380
Quotation from George Salter & Co. Ltd. for springs F.89637.9th Sep 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0381
Fitting Thermoid faced Long type clutch plates to customer and sales trial cars for the Phantom III.10th Sep 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0382
Log sheet detailing the supply and fitting of items to various recipients and for trials.10th Sep 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0383
Log of specific jobs or parts, listing reference numbers, associated names, and dates.16th Sep 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0384


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