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Technical note on preloading conical roller bearings for the rockershaft to prevent slack.7th Feb 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0277
Instruction on the correct fitting position for 3 spoke steering wheels to avoid obscuring the instrument board.7th Feb 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0278
Requesting the setup loads for the 32-EX steering system.10th Feb 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0279
Altering the fit for the lower bronze spherical pad on Ph.III Side & Cross Steering Tubes.10th Feb 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0280
Omitted information on set up loads for the Phantom III & 25 HP steering, with a note on a delay for data on cam bearing race housings.28th Feb 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0281
Letter to British Timken Ltd. following up on the inspection of a steering cam and asking about the rollers of special steering bearings.16th Mar 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0282
The replacement of Timken steering bearings with Adamant bearings due to failure.25th Mar 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0283
Letter from British Timken concerning a report on a Steering Worm and flat-ended rollers.26th Mar 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0284
Timken bearing failure in the Phantom III steering system.27th Mar 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0285
Instruction to replace an experimental heavy steering rockershaft with a standard specification version.30th Mar 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0286
Suggesting a modification to the steering joint cross bolt to ensure correct assembly of a spring-mounted pad.8th Apr 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0287
Comparing the frictional characteristics of Spectre and Bentley steering joints for potential use on Bentley and 25/30 HP chassis.23th Jun 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0288
Causes of trouble with the 29/30 HP and Phantom III steering column.24th Apr 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0289
Methods for locking a knurled cap nut and improving an oil seal and bush assembly.24th Apr 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0290
Requesting the manufacture of three pulleys from drawing Rm.116 for investigating steering joggles.24th Apr 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0291
Request to construct a modified pendulum lever for a Phantom III steering experiment on car 33-EX.24th Apr 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0292
Design modification for the Phantom III steering column top nut.1st May 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0293
Request to expedite parts for updating the front suspension and steering levers on car 33-EX for testing.4th May 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0294
Steering components for the Phantom III and 25/30 HP models, noting a divergence from the ideal design.5th May 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0295
Status report on the components for the steering column and box for the Phantom III and 25/30 HP models.2nd May 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0296
Request to manufacture upper ball pads and washers for Phantom III Cross Steering Tube Joints.2nd May 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0297
Characteristics of Phantom III type steering joints, comparing them to Bentley and 25 HP types.12th May 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0298
Comparing the steering systems of the Phantom III and 25/30 HP models, detailing differences in cam lead, cam bearings, and wheel bearings.13th May 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0299
Request to detail the modifications required to fit a La Salle steering system onto a standard Phantom III chassis.18th May 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0300
Instruction to fit malleable iron steering boxes to Phantom III & 25 HP models.18th May 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0301
Graph showing side steering tube characteristics.9th Jan 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0302
Follow-up memo regarding the delivery of 4 ball pads and 4 washers for Ph.III Cross Steering Tube Joints.22th May 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0303
Quotation from The British Thomson-Houston Company Ltd for Selsyn self-synchronising units.27th May 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0304
Quotation from The British Thomson-Houston Company for Selsyn transmitter and receiver units.27th May 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0305
Letter from The British Thomson-Houston Company, Limited, regarding prices and delivery for motors.27th May 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0306
Letter from The British Thomson-Houston Company regarding Selsyn unit blueprints and a quotation.4th Jun 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0307
Request to order Selsyn apparatus and a motor generator from B.T.H.Co. for chassis steering tests.4th Jun 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0308
Outline of a programme to investigate Phantom III steerings.5th Jun 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0309
Request for a report on rattling steering column controls on the Phantom III.10th Jun 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0310
Confirming an instruction to increase the set up load on the 36-EX steering system.12th Jun 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0311
Quotation from The British Thomson-Houston Company for Selsyn transmitter and receiver units for chassis steering tests.16th Jun 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0312
Quotation from The British Thomson-Houston Company for a Type AJGS.1308 alternator set.16th Jun 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0313
Letter from The British Thomson-Houston Company regarding certified drawings for equipment.16th Jun 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0314
Cause and recommended solutions for rattles in the Phantom III steering control.1st Jul 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0315
Visit to Adamant Engineering to discuss steering troubles on the Phantom III & 25 HP models.9th Jul 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0316
Listing a pendulum lever and adjusting washers to be sent in a box.9th Jul 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0317
Specification for the 35-EX steering assembly for a 10,000-mile test, including a sketch of the rocker-shaft pin.10th Jul 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0318
Brief typed note regarding standard L.O.P.10th Jul 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0319
Modification to the Phantom III cross steering tube joint, including test results and potential application.16th Jul 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0320
Blueprint detailing a modification to a Phantom III cross steering tube joint to prevent the rotation of the upper pad.16th Jul 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0321
Graph plotting friction-angular movement curves for a Phantom III cross steering tube joint and a standard Bentley joint.12th May 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0322
Specification for the steering system of the 38-EX chassis, which also applies to any Ph.III with Wraith front wheel movement.4th Aug 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0323
Request to place an order for remote angular displacement electrical recording instruments from Pioneer Instrument Company, Inc.6th Aug 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0324
Unsatisfactory steering lock arrangement on the Phantom III.10th Aug 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0325
Steering gear preloads on 25 HP and Phantom III models following complaints of wandering and backlash.1st Aug 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0326
Investigation into the causes of backlash in steering gears, proposing solutions related to bearing fit and type.1st Aug 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0327
Report with two tables showing representative steering gear preloads and the effects of blows on preload.17th Aug 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0328
Inaccurate 0.800 lead steering cam on the 30-EX model and the temporary fitting of a standard production cam.17th Aug 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0329
Proposals for adjustable steering stops on the Phantom III model.17th Aug 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0330
Preferred location for steering stops on the Phantom III.21th Aug 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0331
Standardisation of parts for an altered position of an anti-rattle felt collar on the steering control.2nd Jul 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0332
Cost estimate for extra jigs, tools and equipment, and production details for a 'B' series chassis.17th Jun 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0333
Proposed modifications to the Phantom III steering columns.1st Sep 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0334
Requesting modifications and new parts for the Continental Phantom III steering system to reduce weight.1st Sep 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0335
Standardisation of steering gear boxes, changing the material from bronze to malleable iron.19th Aug 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0336
Cost estimation for extra jigs, tools, and equipment relating to the 'B' series chassis, showing a net saving.17th Jul 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0337
The steering system for the Continental Phantom III chassis.7th Sep 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0338
Substitution of pensteel shims with a pack of washers for the Phantom III steering column.9th Sep 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0339
Modification to the Phantom III steering system to eliminate joggles.9th Sep 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0340
Modifications to the Continental Phantom III steering, specifically changing the control quadrant material to forged aluminium.10th Sep 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0341
Request to manufacture specific parts to address low speed wobble issues on the Phantom III model.18th Sep 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0342
List of five steering tests to be conducted on various car models and components.21th Sep 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0343
Request to send an official order to Messrs. Ransome and Marles Bearing Co. Ltd. for Steering Roller Assemblies.23th Sep 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0344
Letter to Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd. confirming a telephone order for steering rollers with a modified width.23th Sep 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0345
Summary report on the investigation into the Phantom III steering system, detailing issues with road shocks and low-speed wobble.23th Sep 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0346
Investigation into steering joggles on the Phantom III model.23th Sep 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0347
Report comparing steering gear performance, discussing deflection, damping, and stiffness analysis.23th Sep 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0348
Summary of test results comparing the stiffness ratings of different steering gear systems.9th Sep 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0349
Analysis of steering system performance, comparing different dampers and gears based on test results.23th Sep 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0350
Investigations into low-speed wobble, castor angle, and steering issues.29th Sep 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0351
Blueprint of a modification to a Phantom III cross steering tube joint to prevent rotation of the upper pad.16th Jul 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0352
Graph plotting the results of steering joggle tests on bumper drums.16th Jul 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0353
Load deflection diagram for Phantom III steering, comparing different setups.16th Jul 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0354
Graph showing the performance characteristics of a standard Phantom III front damper.16th Jul 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0355
Graph showing the effect of damping on steering joggle on bumper drums.29th Sep 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0356
Instructions for fitting ball pads and washers to the cross steering tube joints of a 35-EX model.29th Sep 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0357
The dispatch of parts for a Phantom III low speed wobble issue.2nd Oct 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0358
Proposal to modify Phantom III Cross Steering Tube Joints by sweating the pads into the housing to prevent low-speed wobble.7th Oct 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0359
Rotating lower ball pad and the proposed fix of sweating the pads into the housing for cars 32-EX and 35-EX.7th Oct 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0360
Order for helical compression springs from Geo. Salter & Co. Ltd.9th Oct 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0361
Letter to a supplier requesting the urgent supply of custom helical compression springs.9th Oct 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0362
Letter from Geo. Salter & Co. Ltd. regarding a delay in a spring delivery.12th Oct 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0363
Urgent request to grind the ends of 8 Ph.III cross steering tube springs to a specific length.20th Oct 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0364
Request to produce a front roll rod of .825 diameter for steering tests on model 36-EX.30th Oct 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0365
Introduction of adjustable side and cross steering tubes for the Phantom III to save expense.10th Nov 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0366
Solution to steering control rattles on the Phantom III.18th Nov 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0367
Agreeing to suggestions about a felt collar design to prevent rattles in the Phantom III steering control levers.19th Nov 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0368
New designs for the Phantom III and Bentley III cross and side steering tubes.1st Dec 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0369
Requesting the replacement and modification of a rockershaft pin for a 35-EX steering system due to wear.11th Dec 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0370
Factory costs and potential savings for various modifications to the 20/25HP Steering Column.16th Dec 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0371
Cost-saving design change to a butted tube for the Phantom III side and cross steering tubes.16th Dec 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0372
Proposal to test .3 carbon steel instead of nickel steel for Phantom III side and cross steering tubes to save cost.17th Dec 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0373
Parts affected by a modification to Phantom side and cross steering tubes.18th Dec 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0374
Oversized steering cam for the 35-EX model and the agreement to machine it.19th Dec 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0375
Time-consuming forging of Phantom III Chassis housings and the need for new, simplified dies.19th Dec 1936Box 95 \ 1  scan0376


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