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Potential use and applications of Simmonds Elastic Stop Nuts.11th Jan 1938Box 95 \ 2  scan0240
Introducing modified dampers for the Phantom III suspension and the cost of scrapping material.11th Jan 1938Box 95 \ 2  scan0241
The lubrication of the front suspension mechanism for the Phantom III Chassis.11th Jan 1938Box 95 \ 2  scan0242
Suggestion to improve oil supply to lower bearings and the yoke by providing a separate oil feed.11th Jan 1938Box 95 \ 2  scan0243
Issue with dirt getting into front suspension lower yoke needle bearings and requesting a new seal design.13th Jan 1938Box 95 \ 2  scan0244
New blueprints for front suspension needle roller bearing components for the Phantom III model.14th Jan 1938Box 95 \ 2  scan0245
Examination report on front suspension needle bearings, identifying insufficient weather protection as the cause of failures.15th Jan 1938Box 95 \ 2  scan0246
Replacement of 'Perfect Oil Seals' with Duprene glands on front suspension needle bearings due to customer complaints.17th Jan 1938Box 95 \ 2  scan0247
The lubrication of the Phantom III front suspension mechanism.20th Jan 1938Box 95 \ 2  scan0248
Page two of a report detailing oil pressure tests on suspension bearings and a yoke.24th Jan 1938Box 95 \ 2  scan0249
Enquiry into Phantom III front suspension lubrication issues in Paris and Cricklewood.24th Jan 1938Box 95 \ 2  scan0250
Letter to The British Tyre & Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a mould for producing a duprene rubber part.26th Jan 1938Box 95 \ 2  scan0251
Letter confirming receipt of a mould for producing rubber washers EXS.365 and advising on sample despatch.27th Jan 1938Box 95 \ 2  scan0252
Blueprints for an Ex.S.457 Plug for Gland Assembly for the Phantom III float suspension.28th Jan 1938Box 95 \ 2  scan0253
Phantom III, Section 7042, Lubrication and protection of lower yoke piece bearing.14th Feb 1938Box 95 \ 2  scan0254
Standardisation of Wraith type front suspension levers for the Phantom III.13th Sep 1937Box 95 \ 2  scan0255
Cost estimation and production plan for the Warwith front suspension parts on the Phantom III 'E' series chassis.13th Sep 1938Box 95 \ 2  scan0256
Design schemes for the Phantom III rear springs, including new shackles, anchorages, and springs.2nd Apr 1938Box 95 \ 2  scan0257
Request to examine sample nickel steel studs for acid damage after one broke.28th Apr 1938Box 95 \ 2  scan0258
Laboratory report on the cause of breakage in Nickel Steel Studs due to excessive hardness from overheating during descaling.9th May 1938Box 95 \ 2  scan0259
The examination of a Phantom III front suspension coil spring after a 100-hour test.8th Jun 1938Box 95 \ 2  scan0260
Laboratory report on the decarburised surface of a Phantom III front suspension coil spring.2nd Jun 1938Box 95 \ 2  scan0261
Inclusion of threaded shackles for rear springs on the Phantom III 'E' Series.6th Oct 1938Box 95 \ 2  scan0262
Scheme for modifying the shackle pin for the Phantom III rear springs.28th Oct 1938Box 95 \ 2  scan0263
Modification of the Spectre front suspension yoke piece.10th Apr 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0001
Dispatch of drawings for the Spectre front suspension, hub, steering pivots, and brakes.29th Mar 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0002
Modifications for the 'Spectre' model's front suspension, adopting an inclined unequal link system.30th Apr 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0003
The inclined unequal link front suspension system for the Spectre model.30th Apr 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0004
Modifications to the Spectre front suspension system.11th May 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0005
Scheme for the Spectre front suspension, referencing a Cadillac type.11th May 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0006
Poundage, rating and specifications for Spectre rear road springs, comparing them to the Phantom model.18th May 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0007
Drawing for the rear elevation of the Spectre Independent Front Wheel Suspension, showing the side steering lever.24th May 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0008
Specifications for Spectre Rear Springs, including initial deflection and weight.24th May 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0009
Modification to the flange and distance pieces for the Spectre front suspension.30th May 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0010
Scheme N. Sch.4066, concerning the front view of the Spectre front suspension steering lever and cross member.30th May 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0011
Addition to the Spectre front suspension, shewing filler and drain plugs on the spring cylinder.6th Jun 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0012
Changes to the front suspension design for the Spectre model, specifically introducing separate roller bearing races.9th Jun 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0013
Alternative front suspension coil design for the Spectre model.14th Jun 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0014
Specifying the 1300 lbs load requirement for rear road springs on the 'Spectre' model's first chassis.25th Jul 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0015
Modification to the Spectre Front Suspension damper pistons.28th Jul 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0016
Introductory memo outlining a set of tables with particulars for the Spectre model's front suspension springs.31th Aug 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0017
Table of specifications for various outer and inner springs.31th Aug 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0018
Specification sheet detailing the particulars of four different inner spring designs.31th Aug 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0019
Table of possible combinations for inner and outer springs for the Spectre independent front wheel suspension.31th Aug 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0020
Table detailing spring combinations with corresponding load, rate, and stress values.31th Aug 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0021
Table of combinations for inner and outer springs for the Spectre independent front wheel suspension.7th Sep 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0022
Modifications to the 'Spectre' front suspension to increase friction and cure steering issues.7th Sep 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0023
Table detailing the particulars and specifications of different outer springs.7th Sep 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0024
Specification table detailing the particulars of four different inner spring designs.7th Sep 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0025
Table detailing possible combinations of inner and outer springs for the Spectre independent front wheel suspension.7th Sep 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0026
Table detailing spring combinations with corresponding load, rate, and stress values.7th Sep 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0027
Table detailing combinations of inner and outer springs for the Spectre Independent Front Wheel Suspension, arranged by loads and rates.7th Sep 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0028
Development programme for the Spectre suspension, covering tyres, steering, and dampers.7th Sep 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0029
List of tests comparing steering, suspension, and frame stiffness for Spectre, Cadillac, and Phantom II models.12th Sep 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0030
Request to order six rubber buffers for a Spectre vehicle, part number G. 81436.12th Sep 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0031
Requesting the fitting of packings to the Spectre's front road springs to correct its low height.20th Sep 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0032
The specifications for Spectre front road springs.22th Sep 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0033
Confirmation of an instruction for a shorter link for the front suspension on the Spectre.2nd Oct 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0034
Design for a shortened lower triangle link for the Spectre front suspension.11th Oct 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0035
Requesting drawings for 7' deflection front and rear springs for experimentation on the Spectre model.15th Oct 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0036
The design specifications for 'Spectre' front road springs.15th Oct 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0037
Suggestions for the Spectre front suspension system, including a self-contained shock damper.17th Oct 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0038
Correcting a drawing number relating to the Spectre front suspension.20th Oct 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0039
Temporary modification to the steering layout for the Spectre front suspension.23th Oct 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0040
The specifications and ordering instructions for the rear road springs of a Spectre Chassis.30th Oct 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0041
Proposal to test rubber isolation for the Spectre model's rear axle and suspension springs.10th Nov 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0042
Cover sheet for I.A.E. Research & Standardisation Committee Report No. 7298 on Gyroscopic Torque and Independent Springing.14th Nov 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0043
Summary of an article on gyroscopic torque and independent front wheel suspension.1st Oct 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0044
Adjustments to the Spectre Front Suspension using washers.13th Nov 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0045
Adding two bosses to the yoke piece forging for the Spectre Front Suspension to facilitate castor angle measurement.15th Nov 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0046
Request to produce a set of parts for the Spectre rear suspension.20th Nov 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0047
Modifications to the Spectre front suspension to raise the car and alter the yoke piece and rubber buffers.23th Nov 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0048
Request to manufacture a pair of rear spring anchorage brackets to address an oversteering issue on the Spectre model.10th Dec 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0049
Spectre suspension issues and oil consumption during testing, with comparisons to a Cadillac.12th Dec 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0050
Specification sheet for 7' deflection front road springs for the Spectre model.15th Dec 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0051
Request to fit 7' deflection road springs to the front and rear of a Spectre Car chassis.15th Dec 1934Box 95 \ 3  scan0052
Revised top and bottom triangles for the Spectre front suspension.3rd Jan 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0053
Strengthened yoke pieces for the Spectre front suspension, halving the stress compared to existing parts.5th Jan 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0054
Testing and ordering new Spectre front road springs.16th Jan 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0055
Technical specification for Spectre Front Road Springs, comparing outer and inner spring designs.18th Jan 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0056
Requesting the production of a set of parts for the Spectre model to prevent the front of the car dipping over a hump-backed bridge.25th Jan 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0057
Preliminary report on the 'Spectre' suspension problem, specifically the 'fling-up' in the rear when passing over hump-backed bridges.31th Jan 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0058
Suspension issue causing rear passenger discomfort over bumps in the Spectre model.31th Jan 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0059
Suspension improvements, focusing on rebound movement, check straps, and shock damper performance.31th Jan 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0060
Car suspension behaviour, focusing on rear axle rebound, front bump stroke checks, and the development of shock dampers.31th Jan 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0061
Comparative table of vehicle suspension tests detailing setups, clearances, and ride quality observations.13th Feb 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0062
Summary of suspension tests conducted at 30 M.P.H. over a hump back bridge on a Spectre model.18th Feb 1937Box 95 \ 3  scan0063
Requesting the modification of existing shackle bolts for the Spectre Rear Road Spring Anchorage.6th Feb 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0064
Secret memorandum from 'Sg.' to 'Hs/Rm.' regarding Spectre Suspension, requesting to receive all experimental information.15th Feb 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0065
Request to refit the 7-inch initial deflection rear road springs to the Spectre 30-EX chassis.21th Feb 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0066
Design of conventional type road springs for the Spectre model.28th Feb 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0067
Fitting higher rating variable suspension springs to the No. 2 Spectre car.28th Feb 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0068
Specifications for a 5' deflection spring with a variable rating.28th Feb 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0069
Preliminary tests of Automatic Lock Shock Dampers designed to relieve discomfort over hump-backed bridges.26th Mar 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0070
Springing tests conducted on the Spectre model.26th Mar 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0071
Report discussing the functionality of the roll rod, comparing its application on a Cadillac to the design on a Spectre.26th Mar 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0072
Notice for the Spectre model regarding rear spring clips fouling the frame flange and the required modification.26th Mar 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0073
Springing tests conducted on the Spectre model to evaluate ride quality.26th Mar 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0074
The function and design of a roll rod, comparing its application on a Cadillac to the Spectre model.26th Mar 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0075
Improvements to the Spectre suspension with spherical and rubber shackles.13th Apr 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0076


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