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Test results for Front Axle Springs, part number G.83270.20th Nov 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0177
Micro-examination report on a failed lever from a Phantom III front suspension unit, investigating incorrect heat-treatment.28th Nov 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0178
Laboratory photomicrograph showing two surfaces, labelled B and A, at 3 diameters magnification.20th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0179
Laboratory photomicrograph showing a material's microstructure at 100x magnification.20th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0180
Laboratory photomicrograph at 100 diameters magnification.20th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0181
Micro-examination report on a Phantom III front spring, detailing its material analysis and hardness tests.7th Dec 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0182
Laboratory photomicrograph showing a material at 150 diameters magnification.20th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0183
Laboratory photomicrograph showing a material's microstructure.20th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0184
Letter to Thos. Firth & John Brown Ltd. regarding the supply of rear spring main plates and manufacturing difficulties with oil holes.10th Dec 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0185
Letter to Messrs. Thos. Firth & John Brown Ltd. sending a drawing requested by telephone.11th Dec 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0186
Letter from a supplier regarding the machining and potential substitution of solid eyes for springs.11th Dec 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0187
The order of Phantom III front suspension springs and awaiting test results on samples from other suppliers.11th Dec 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0188
Laboratory report on a collapsed front suspension lever, noting the lack of heat treatment.13th Dec 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0189
Letter to a supplier requesting the steel specification for large coil springs after a test failure revealed an unexpected material.16th Dec 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0190
Internal request to order front suspension springs for the Phantom III.17th Dec 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0191
Phantom III front suspension springs, comparing suppliers and analysing the material of a broken spring.16th Dec 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0192
Micro-examination report comparing two different designs of broken Phantom III front suspension unit levers.19th Dec 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0193
Modifications to the Phantom III front suspension main lever to prevent fractures.20th Dec 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0194
Letter from Geo. Salter & Co. Ltd. regarding the investigation of a broken large coil spring.19th Dec 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0195
Requesting a pair of modified suspension levers and fulcrum pins for a bump test on a Phantom III.20th Dec 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0196
Modifying the Phantom III front suspension main lever and fulcrum pin to prevent fractures.20th Dec 1936Box 95 \ 3  scan0197
Laboratory report on the material analysis and hardness testing of a Phantom III Front Spring.24th Dec 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0198
Technical memo discussing the issues and compromises related to using soft suspension springs on the Ph.lll model.30th Dec 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0199
Suspension design improvements and features for the Wraith, 25HP, and Bentley chassis.30th Dec 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0200
Broken Coil Spring (part G83271) sent to Messrs Geo. Salter & Co. Ltd.31th Dec 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0201
Letter to Geo. Salter & Co. Ltd. concerning a failed spring and the material specification for replacements.31th Dec 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0202
The failure of Phantom III front suspension levers and proposed design modifications.31th Dec 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0203
Photograph of a bumper component for 3' Cams, noting the production time.3rd Dec 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0204
Photograph showing a failed 'Bumper' component after 30 hours of testing.12th Dec 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0205
Photograph detailing thickness measurements of a bumper for 3-inch cams after a 30-hour test.12th Dec 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0206
Photograph of a Bumper for 3 inch Cams showing various thickness measurements after testing.3rd Dec 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0207
Order for various sizes of bellows for Spectre Shock Dampers.14th Sep 1934Box 95 \ 4  scan0001
Method for testing Spectre front shock dampers and requesting the production of adaptors and links.14th Sep 1934Box 95 \ 4  scan0002
The modification of Spectre shock dampers to create a variable leak.19th Sep 1934Box 95 \ 4  scan0003
Difficulties with inaccessible replenishing valves on the Spectre's shock absorbers.1st Oct 1934Box 95 \ 4  scan0004
Request to fit a gauge on the dashboard for the shock damper control system on the 'Spectre'.6th Oct 1934Box 95 \ 4  scan0005
Proposed improvements to the Spectre front shock dampers.31th Oct 1934Box 95 \ 4  scan0006
Continued memorandum detailing proposed alterations to a valve chamber bellows cover and a governor bleeding screw.31th Oct 1934Box 95 \ 4  scan0007
Request to manufacture parts for Spectre Rear Shock Dampers.5th Nov 1934Box 95 \ 4  scan0008
Required modifications for the 'Spectre' rear damper suspension.15th Nov 1934Box 95 \ 4  scan0009
Secret memo regarding a revised oil filler and bearing housing for the Spectre front suspension.11th Feb 1935Box 95 \ 4  scan0010
Agreement to fit Spectre III front shock dampers to chassis Ex.16857, noting the ease of removal.27th Feb 1935Box 95 \ 4  scan0011
Requesting parts and an adaptor for Spectre front shock damper tests.8th Mar 1935Box 95 \ 4  scan0012
Request to manufacture parts for testing Spectre Suspension Auto Lock Dampers.12th Mar 1935Box 95 \ 4  scan0013
Preliminary tests of Automatic Lock Shock Dampers designed to relieve discomfort over hump-backed bridges.26th Mar 1935Box 95 \ 4  scan0014
Proposed arrangement for hand control of autolock dampers for the Spectre model.15th Apr 1935Box 95 \ 4  scan0015
Performance and requirements of Autolock dampers compared to existing models.15th Apr 1935Box 95 \ 4  scan0016
Hand-drawn graph showing the performance characteristics of an autolock damper for a rear axle.15th Apr 1935Box 95 \ 4  scan0017
Hand-drawn graph illustrating damping loads versus axle movement, with a suggested mode for autolock control.15th Apr 1935Box 95 \ 4  scan0018
Suggested modification to the hand control of an Autolock damper, including a diagram and explanatory notes.14th May 1935Box 95 \ 4  scan0019
Production of Spectre Autolock Rear Dampers, urging the use of current drawings to gain experience.14th May 1935Box 95 \ 4  scan0020
Temporary scheme for modifications to the rear auto-lock damper on the Spectre model.31th May 1935Box 95 \ 4  scan0021
Temporary scheme for modifications to the Spectre's rear auto-lock damper.31th May 1935Box 95 \ 4  scan0022
Machining modifications and performance testing for Spectre Integral Auto Lock Dampers.7th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 4  scan0023
Graph showing the relationship between locking pressure, damping pressure, and valve spring load for Spectre 2 auto lock dampers.7th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 4  scan0024
Graph showing the relation between locking pressure, damping pressure, and valve spring load for Spectre 2 Auto Lock Dampers.7th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 4  scan0025
Hand-drawn cross-section diagram of a mechanical part with annotations.25th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 4  scan0026
Fitting smaller diameter bellows to the front shock dampers for the Spectre III.25th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 4  scan0027
Simpler method for preventing piston seizing in front shock absorbers for production cars.27th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 4  scan0028
Testing and necessary modifications for unit construction front shock dampers on a Spectre III rig.1st Jul 1935Box 95 \ 4  scan0029
Modifications to the Spectre Rear Damper Suspension to improve accessibility.3rd Jul 1935Box 95 \ 4  scan0030
Secret memo regarding modifications to the Spectre front dampers, adapting a governor-controlled valve.23th Aug 1935Box 95 \ 4  scan0031
Jamming issue with experimental autolock rear dampers for the Spectre model.4th Sep 1935Box 95 \ 4  scan0032
Proposal for modifications to the Spectre's rear damper, roll-bar, and spring anchorage to reduce damage.10th Sep 1935Box 95 \ 4  scan0033
Production switch to Autolock dampers for the Spectre front shock assembly.11th Sep 1935Box 95 \ 4  scan0034
Stone guard for the rear shock dampers on the Phantom III.3rd Oct 1935Box 95 \ 4  scan0035
Temporary scheme for rear axle anti-lock dampers on the Phantom III.19th Oct 1935Box 95 \ 4  scan0036
Modifying Autolock Rear Dampers by fitting a temporary cast-iron bush.21th Oct 1935Box 95 \ 4  scan0037
Instruction to delete the counter-bores on the Rear Autolock Damper casing.22th Oct 1935Box 95 \ 4  scan0038
Request to fit a tested pair of Autolock Rear Dampers to vehicle 35-EX.6th Nov 1935Box 95 \ 4  scan0039
Sending a second pair of Autolock Rear Dampers to France for Spectre II.9th Nov 1935Box 95 \ 4  scan0040
Required shock damper rig tests and capacity issues with a new rig.3rd Dec 1935Box 95 \ 4  scan0041
The requirement for 15,000 miles of road testing for 'Autolock' dampers on the Phantom III.19th Dec 1935Box 95 \ 4  scan0042
Request to build a pair of Phantom III Autolock Front Dampers for road testing on either car 32-EX or 33-EX.9th Jan 1936Box 95 \ 4  scan0043
Modifications to the Phantom III Rear Shock Damper.9th Jan 1936Box 95 \ 4  scan0044
Request to produce one set of parts for a Shock Damper Test Rig.22th Jan 1936Box 95 \ 4  scan0045
Modifications to the Phantom III rear autolock dampers to reduce cost and facilitate handling.10th Feb 1936Box 95 \ 4  scan0046
List of six small modifications to the Rear Autolock Dampers for the Phantom III model.10th Feb 1936Box 95 \ 4  scan0047
Simplified design for the Phantom III rear roll rod and shock absorber connecting link.19th Feb 1936Box 95 \ 4  scan0048
Production request memo for Shock Damper Indicator components.28th Feb 1936Box 95 \ 4  scan0049
Requesting the production of specific bushes to reduce shock damper bush wear.10th Mar 1936Box 95 \ 4  scan0050
Order for parts for an Auto-lock Damper and noting issues with Bump Valves.20th Mar 1936Box 95 \ 4  scan0051
Instruction regarding the replacement of seized cast iron bushes on rear shock dampers for chassis 21-G-IV.25th Mar 1936Box 95 \ 4  scan0052
Complaints of worn shock damper bearings and proposing a trial of needle bearings.5th May 1936Box 95 \ 4  scan0053
Complaints of shock damper knocks caused by slackness in the main lever bushes.11th May 1936Box 95 \ 4  scan0054
Request to build three standard valve chambers for Phantom III Front Shock Dampers.19th Jun 1936Box 95 \ 4  scan0055
Order for two types of shock damper bellow units from the Packless Gland Co.29th Jun 1936Box 95 \ 4  scan0056
Instruction to replace auto-lock front shock dampers with standard valve chambers on a 37-EX model.2nd Jul 1936Box 95 \ 4  scan0057
Increase in the size of the stone guard for the Phantom III rear shock dampers.11th Aug 1936Box 95 \ 4  scan0058
Suggestion for experimental material changes and treatments for hydraulic damper components, specifically the piston wearing pads and the lever.14th Jul 1936Box 95 \ 4  scan0059
Trial for 'Gaco' rubber bushes for shock damper and roll bar connecting rods.13th Aug 1936Box 95 \ 4  scan0060
Programme update on resolving shock damper knocks, detailing eight technical points.17th Aug 1936Box 95 \ 4  scan0061
Design modifications and testing of rubber-ended shock absorber and roll rod links for Phantom III and Wraith II models, based on American designs.18th Aug 1936Box 95 \ 4  scan0062
Modifications to the Phantom III rear shock absorbers and rear roll rod.31th Aug 1936Box 95 \ 4  scan0063
Suggestion to move a 4-way junction piece on the Phantom III for better accessibility.1st Sep 1936Box 95 \ 4  scan0064
Test report on a shock damper connecting tube of the American type with rubber control pin bushes.3rd Sep 1936Box 95 \ 4  scan0065
Modifications and testing of independent suspension dampers, transferred between experimental cars.11th Sep 1936Box 95 \ 4  scan0066
Blueprint detailing a modification to a plug for replenishment valves.22th Aug 1936Box 95 \ 4  scan0067
Blueprint for a Disc-Valve-Block, with dimensions and manufacturing notes.27th Aug 1936Box 95 \ 4  scan0068
Blueprint for a Tube - Valve Block component with machining instructions.22th Aug 1936Box 95 \ 4  scan0069


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