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Instructions regarding an experiment on new valve seats for a Phantom III chassis cylinder.22th Oct 1937Box 93 \ 4  scan0127
Complete set of Phantom III Connecting Rods sent to the Paris Depot for a trials car.30th Oct 1937Box 93 \ 4  scan0128
Request to machine Phosphor-Chrome cylinder liners for the Ph.III drawing for fitting in a No.14 unit.2nd Nov 1937Box 93 \ 4  scan0129
Note to Mr. Vickers of the Iron Foundry confirming an agreement to supply 16 cylinder liners for the Phantom III.10th Nov 1937Box 93 \ 4  scan0130
Requesting the inclusion of an asbestos valve grummet for the Phantom III 4 port cylinder head.18th Dec 1937Box 93 \ 4  scan0131
Laboratory results for centrifugally cast Phantom III cylinder liners with a higher phosphorous content.7th Feb 1938Box 93 \ 4  scan0132
Laboratory report on the analysis of a cast iron cylinder liner, showing micrographs, chemical composition, and hardness.5th Feb 1938Box 93 \ 4  scan0133
Water leaks from the Phantom III cylinder head gasket and proposed solutions.12th May 1938Box 93 \ 4  scan0134
Testing of Phantom III cylinder liners made from 'High Phosphorous iron' against standard Sheepbridge liners.13th May 1938Box 93 \ 4  scan0135
Production and testing of special Phantom III cylinder liners made from high phosphorous iron.30th May 1938Box 93 \ 4  scan0136
The Spectre Camshaft and Valve Springs, detailing changes to the tappet radius and valve lift curves.29th Mar 1934Box 93 \ 5  scan0001
Timing and design of the Spectre Camshaft.11th Jun 1934Box 93 \ 5  scan0002
Request to manufacture a new camshaft for the Spectre engine with specific modifications to improve slow running.11th Jun 1934Box 93 \ 5  scan0003
Note on camshaft toe measurements for the Spectre project, indicating deviations from the drawing are sufficient to cause noise.9th Jul 1934Box 93 \ 5  scan0004
Test bed results and manufacturing inaccuracies of a Spectre Camshaft.9th Jul 1934Box 93 \ 5  scan0005
Specification sheet for Spectre engine valve timings.4th Jul 1934Box 93 \ 5  scan0006
Inlet and exhaust valve lift curve for a Spectre short duration camshaft.27th Sep 1934Box 93 \ 5  scan0007
Graph comparing valve overlap with correct timing positions for various engines.1st Oct 1934Box 93 \ 5  scan0008
New Spectre camshaft design with negative overlap and specific timing.1st Oct 1934Box 93 \ 5  scan0009
Spectre camshaft design, comparing it with Cadillac, Bentley and 20/25 camshafts.3rd Oct 1934Box 93 \ 5  scan0010
Graph comparing the Brake Mean Effective Pressure curves for various Cadillac, Bentley, and 20/25 R.R engines.13th Feb 1935Box 93 \ 5  scan0011
Performance graph comparing different camshaft configurations for the Spectre engine with an open exhaust and 6:1 compression ratio.13th Feb 1935Box 93 \ 5  scan0012
Request for a new Spectre camshaft with two keyways to achieve a more advanced timing.9th Feb 1935Box 93 \ 5  scan0013
Specifications for the Spectre engine camshaft, including timing diagram and part numbers.2nd Mar 1935Box 93 \ 5  scan0014
Dissatisfaction with the slow running on the Spectre camshaft and the intention to trial a modified version.11th Mar 1935Box 93 \ 5  scan0015
Specifications for the Spectre Camshaft, detailing cam forms, angle, and timing.11th Mar 1935Box 93 \ 5  scan0016
Data table for the Spectre Cam Form, detailing Cam Lift for Valve Closing at different divisions.29th Apr 1935Box 93 \ 5  scan0017
Testing a camshaft on Spectre 2 and requesting another be prepared for unit No.5.29th Apr 1935Box 93 \ 5  scan0018
Instructions to fit a camshaft and cylinder heads to Spectre No.5 unit for testing prior to fitting roller tappets.15th May 1935Box 93 \ 5  scan0019
Proposed modification to the Spectre engine's valve gear oil circulation system.28th May 1935Box 93 \ 5  scan0020
With a drawing, specifying an additional lubrication hole drilling for the Spectre Camshaft.30th May 1935Box 93 \ 5  scan0021
Design compromise for the Spectre Camshaft (EX.18044) and its proposed use in experimental cars.6th Aug 1935Box 93 \ 5  scan0022
Modifications to a Spectre Camshaft form.5th Aug 1935Box 93 \ 5  scan0023
Specifications for the Spectre Camshaft, including cam forms, angle, and timing.5th Aug 1935Box 93 \ 5  scan0024
Data table for the Spectre Cam Form, detailing the cam lift for valve closing.7th Oct 1935Box 93 \ 5  scan0025
Request to manufacture a modified Phantom III camshaft to reduce valve seating noise.7th Oct 1935Box 93 \ 5  scan0026
Cancelling the instruction to make a long closing toe Ph.III camshaft.30th Oct 1935Box 93 \ 5  scan0027
Potential cracks in Phantom III marine type connecting rods and a proposed strengthening solution.9th Jan 1936Box 93 \ 5  scan0028
Request to manufacture a Phantom III camshaft with long toes to test dispensing with silent tappets.11th Jan 1936Box 93 \ 5  scan0029
Instructions for testing and fitting the Rm.44 camshaft, designed to delete the use of silent tappets.21th Mar 1936Box 93 \ 5  scan0030
Urgent memo regarding a modified cam form for the Phantom III, and instructions to the Churchill Machine Company.9th Oct 1936Box 93 \ 5  scan0031
Letter to Churchill Machine Tool Co. Ltd. requesting a quotation for a master cam to produce an experimental camshaft.5th Oct 1936Box 93 \ 5  scan0032
Quotation from Churchill Machine Tool Co+ for a Double Master Cam and Special Index Plate for a Cam Grinding Machine.7th Oct 1936Box 93 \ 5  scan0033
Experiment for a Phantom III camshaft with a reduced base circle to lower rubbing velocity.14th Oct 1936Box 93 \ 5  scan0034
Modifications to the Phantom III Camshaft and Bottom Tappets to reduce cost and improve design.10th Nov 1936Box 93 \ 5  scan0035
Brief note on investigations into valve spring materials, specifically hard-drawn piano wire and carbon steel wire.12th Nov 1936Box 93 \ 5  scan0036
Technical memorandum discussing the properties and use of different valve spring materials.12th Nov 1936Box 93 \ 5  scan0037
Technical memorandum discussing the production of heat-treatable carbon steel and carbon steel wire for springs.19th Nov 1936Box 93 \ 5  scan0038
Modifications to the Phantom III camshaft to improve low-speed M.E.P.19th Nov 1936Box 93 \ 5  scan0039
On the investigation of Phantom III roller tappets and the design of a new cam form.24th Nov 1936Box 93 \ 5  scan0040
Notice regarding the supply of hardened and tempered valve spring wire from a Swedish manufacturer for experimental tests.26th Nov 1936Box 93 \ 5  scan0041
Short duration camshaft with large tappet clearances for the Phantom III engine.4th Dec 1936Box 93 \ 5  scan0042
Cracking issues found in camshafts made from low carbon case hardening mild steel (UBAS type) after grinding.23th Jul 1937Box 93 \ 5  scan0043
The testing of long toe camshafts with large tappet clearances for Phantom III and Wraith III models.23th Apr 1937Box 93 \ 5  scan0044
Enquiry to The Midland Motor Cylinder Co. about the experimental cost for a 12-cylinder engine camshaft casting.18th Nov 1937Box 93 \ 5  scan0045
Promotional leaflet and material specification for 'MONIKROM' moulded camshafts by The Midland Motor Cylinder Co. Ltd.18th Nov 1937Box 93 \ 5  scan0046
Promotional document detailing the features and benefits of 'MONIKROM' moulded camshafts.19th Nov 1937Box 93 \ 5  scan0047
Letter from Midland Motor Cylinder Co Ltd acknowledging an enquiry about a 'Monikrom' material camshaft for a 12-Cylinder Car Engine.19th Nov 1937Box 93 \ 5  scan0048
Quotation from The Midland Motor Cylinder Co. Ltd for casting camshafts for a 12-cylinder car engine.26th Nov 1937Box 93 \ 5  scan0049
Quotation document from The Midland Motor Cylinder Co. Ltd. outlining the conditions of sale for unmachined castings.28th Sep 1936Box 93 \ 5  scan0050
Letter to The Midland Motor Cylinder Co. requesting a price for supplying 200 camshafts.27th Nov 1937Box 93 \ 5  scan0051
Quotation letter for camshaft castings from The Midland Motor Cylinder Co. Ltd.1st Dec 1937Box 93 \ 5  scan0052
Letter to The Midland Motor Cylinder Co. Ltd. regarding the price of a camshaft.2nd Dec 1937Box 93 \ 5  scan0053
Letter from the Midland Motor Cylinder Co. Ltd regarding missing drawings for a 4.5 litre camshaft and clarifying their process for quoting production castings.7th Dec 1937Box 93 \ 5  scan0054
Letter from a supplier discussing camshaft pricing, materials, and wear resistance.7th Dec 1937Box 93 \ 5  scan0055
Suggested modification to a camshaft, showing a cross-section with dimensions.28th Nov 1936Box 93 \ 5  scan0056
Letter to The Midland Motor Cyl. Co. apologising for not sending a camshaft drawing (EB.1085), which is now enclosed, and requesting a quotation.9th Dec 1937Box 93 \ 5  scan0057
Letter from the Midland Motor Cylinder Co. Ltd. acknowledging receipt of a camshaft drawing and advising a quotation will follow.10th Dec 1937Box 93 \ 5  scan0058
Letter from the Midland Motor Cylinder Co. Ltd. expressing concerns about manufacturing a lightweight camshaft, EB.1085.15th Dec 1937Box 93 \ 5  scan0059
Letter from The Midland Motor Cylinder Co. Ltd. regarding a drawing modification.15th Dec 1937Box 93 \ 5  scan0060
Letter to The Midland Motor Cylinder Co. Ltd. agreeing to a tapped hole on drawing EB.2746 and requesting a quote for two experimental camshaft castings.20th Dec 1937Box 93 \ 5  scan0061
Proceeding with an experiment to test cast iron as a material for cams.29th Dec 1937Box 93 \ 5  scan0062
Proposing an experiment to test cast iron as a material for camshafts for the Wraith and Bentley III models.29th Dec 1937Box 93 \ 5  scan0063
Quotation from The Midland Motor Cylinder Co. Ltd for experimental camshaft castings and pattern equipment.23th Dec 1937Box 93 \ 5  scan0064
Letter to The Midland Motor Cylinder Co. regarding a change of order for experimental camshafts from part EB.1085 to EW.1416.31th Dec 1937Box 93 \ 5  scan0065
Letter from a supplier discussing the design and manufacturing of experimental 'Monikrom' camshafts.3rd Jan 1938Box 93 \ 5  scan0066
Letter from The Midland Motor Cylinder Co. Ltd. regarding proceeding with pattern equipment and requesting a drawing.3rd Jan 1938Box 93 \ 5  scan0067
Letter to The Midland Motor Cyl. Co. regarding the manufacture of experimental camshafts.5th Jan 1938Box 93 \ 5  scan0068
Letter from Midland Motor Cylinder Co Ltd regarding the proposed cast form of an experimental 'Monikrom' camshaft.14th Jan 1938Box 93 \ 5  scan0069
Casting drawing of a camshaft, detailing the cam profile and machining allowances.12th Jan 1938Box 93 \ 5  scan0070
Letter to a supplier confirming machining allowances and inquiring about tappet material specifications.17th Jan 1938Box 93 \ 5  scan0071
Letter from The Midland Motor Cylinder Co. Ltd. regarding tappet materials suitable for use with Monikrom camshafts.20th Jan 1938Box 93 \ 5  scan0072
Letter from a supplier confirming the dispatch of three sample cast iron camshafts for inspection.11th Feb 1938Box 93 \ 5  scan0073
Follow-up letter from The Midland Motor Cylinder Co Ltd regarding a report on sample camshafts.22th Mar 1938Box 93 \ 5  scan0074
Letter to The Midland Motor Cylinder Co. regarding 3 sample camshafts made from 'Monikrom' material.23th Mar 1938Box 93 \ 5  scan0075
Policy document regarding the replacement of worn Phantom III camshafts with automatic tappets.24th Mar 1938Box 93 \ 5  scan0076
Letter to The Midland Motor Cylinder Co. regarding the testing of Monikrom camshafts and a new cast material for camwheels.24th May 1938Box 93 \ 5  scan0077
Letter from a supplier discussing the suitability of 'Monikrom' material for camshafts and gear wheels.26th May 1938Box 93 \ 5  scan0078
Letter to The Midland Motor Cylinder Co. regarding quotes for a cam wheel, camshaft, and pattern alteration.30th May 1938Box 93 \ 5  scan0079
Letter from Midland Motor Cylinder Co. Ltd. regarding a price quotation for Cam Wheel and Camshaft castings.31th May 1938Box 93 \ 5  scan0080
Testing 'Monikrome' cast iron camshafts for potential cost savings and improved performance.16th Jun 1938Box 93 \ 5  scan0081
Design drawing for a camshaft showing dimensions and cam positions.25th May 1938Box 93 \ 5  scan0082
Investigation design drawing for a camshaft gearwheel.17th Jun 1930Box 93 \ 5  scan0083
Agreement to produce in-house castings for 'Monikrome' camshafts and gears.25th Jun 1938Box 93 \ 5  scan0084
Instructing Walker to make patterns for a monichrome camwheel and camshaft.27th Jun 1938Box 93 \ 5  scan0085
Urging the completion of two experimental Monikrome camshafts and camwheels.7th Jul 1938Box 93 \ 5  scan0086
The heavy expenditure on replacing Tappets and Camshafts on Phantom III cars and requesting a test car for experimental solutions.21th Apr 1939Box 93 \ 5  scan0087
Offering a damaged Phantom III (chassis 6-AZ-124) for experiments with hydraulic tappets.24th Apr 1939Box 93 \ 5  scan0088
Work on Phantom III tappets and camshafts after accident repairs.26th Apr 1939Box 93 \ 5  scan0089
'Spectre' engine's big end construction, comparing it with American designs.11th May 1933Box 93 \ 5  scan0090


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