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List of five steering tests for various models and components.21th Sep 1936Box 106 \ 3  scan0408
Steering 'joggles' on the 25/30 HP chassis during continental trials.21th Sep 1936Box 106 \ 3  scan0409
Test report on the steering performance of Chassis No GUL-4 during Continental Trials.14th Sep 1936Box 106 \ 3  scan0410
Requesting a 25/30 HP steering gear from production to demonstrate the correct setting procedure.23th Sep 1936Box 106 \ 3  scan0411
Requesting the fitting of a 25/30 steering roller to a rig steering box.29th Sep 1936Box 106 \ 3  scan0412
25/30 HP Steering Cam drawing from Adamant Co.2nd Oct 1936Box 106 \ 3  scan0413
Instructions for fitting a modified Marles type steering system to a chassis with three specific features.3rd Oct 1936Box 106 \ 3  scan0414
Faulty steering column for car GTL-80 and the temporary solution of using a part from car GRM-25.8th Oct 1936Box 106 \ 3  scan0415
Confirming arrangements for the manufacture of 100 sets of roller followers for the 25/30 HP steering system.15th Oct 1936Box 106 \ 3  scan0416
Transferring the production of the follower roller for the 25/30 HP chassis Marles steering gear to Messrs. Ransome & Marles.15th Oct 1936Box 106 \ 3  scan0417
Modifications and hardness test results for 25/30 HP steering rollers.22th Oct 1936Box 106 \ 3  scan0418
Tempering temperatures and hardness figures for steering components.22th Oct 1936Box 106 \ 3  scan0419
Replacement of parts for a 21-G-IV steering system.28th Oct 1936Box 106 \ 3  scan0420
Change in allowance for lapping on 25/30 HP steering rollers.9th Nov 1936Box 106 \ 3  scan0421
Clarifying a discrepancy regarding the lapping allowance for 25/30 HP steering rollers.12th Nov 1936Box 106 \ 3  scan0422
Customer feedback on Bentley steering and internal discussion on a short pendulum lever.11th Nov 1936Box 106 \ 3  scan0423
The construction of a steering column to bump test new 25.HP steering rollers.18th Nov 1936Box 106 \ 3  scan0424
Standard for Phantom III and 25/30 HP steering gears.23th Nov 1936Box 106 \ 3  scan0425
Estimating the cost savings of using keyed servo linings on the 25/30HP chassis.10th Nov 1936Box 106 \ 3  scan0426
Issues with hard spots on Marles steering cams for the Phantom III & 25/30 HP models and discussions with the Adamant Company.2nd Dec 1936Box 106 \ 3  scan0427
Methods to eliminate hard spots in a cam and roller assembly for a steering mechanism.13th Feb 1936Box 106 \ 3  scan0428
Resolving interference issues in cam and roller bearing mechanisms by producing an eccentric cam axis.2nd Dec 1936Box 106 \ 3  scan0429
The unsatisfactory performance of a trial 25/30HP Marles steering cam system, citing slackness and tight spots.2nd Dec 1936Box 106 \ 3  scan0430
Requesting modifications to a rig steering box, including fitting new bearings and a hardened rockershaft.11th Jan 1937Box 106 \ 3  scan0431
Cancelling a new rockershaft for the Ph.III and 25/30 Rig Steering Gear.15th Jan 1937Box 106 \ 3  scan0432
Fitting of specific steering columns to four chassis (GRO.9, 10, 16, 22) for testing.4th Feb 1937Box 106 \ 3  scan0433
Noting a chassis has been fitted with a 25/30 HP Steering Column using Ransome and Marles components.5th Feb 1937Box 106 \ 3  scan0434
Fitting of a Ransome and Marles steering column to a specific 25/30 HP chassis.8th Feb 1937Box 106 \ 3  scan0435
The testing of 25/30HP chassis steerings with Ransome & Marles components.8th Feb 1937Box 106 \ 3  scan0436
Note confirming satisfactory steering tests for chassis number GRO-70.11th Mar 1937Box 106 \ 3  scan0437
Confirmation memo detailing modifications for the 25.G.V1. steering assembly.23th Mar 1937Box 106 \ 3  scan0438
Supply of Marles steering roller followers and negotiations with Hoffmann Manufacturing Co.6th Apr 1937Box 106 \ 3  scan0439
Request to prepare new drawings for a 25/30.HP roller assembly and its components.6th Apr 1937Box 106 \ 3  scan0440
Proposed simplification for the production of the steering column cam tube.5th Apr 1937Box 106 \ 3  scan0441
Cost-saving suggestion for a built-up cam tube for steering columns.12th Apr 1937Box 106 \ 3  scan0442
Part changes for a steering column bolt on a 25/30 HP chassis.14th Apr 1937Box 106 \ 3  scan0443
Quotation and order for Marles Steering Rollers from The Hoffmann Manufacturing Co.15th Apr 1937Box 106 \ 3  scan0444
Cost-saving modification for the steering column cam tube.15th Apr 1937Box 106 \ 3  scan0445
Cover note regarding a discussion on the advisability of changing the steering on the 25/30 model.28th May 1937Box 106 \ 3  scan0446
Suggestion to discontinue a steering modification for the 25/30 HP model due to reported failures.22th May 1937Box 106 \ 3  scan0447
Roller follower failures, its load capacity, and the recommendation to continue with a modification.30th Apr 1937Box 106 \ 3  scan0448
Standardisation of a bolt for supporting the roller follower in the steering gear rockershaft.30th Apr 1937Box 106 \ 3  scan0449
Cost estimate for new tools required for the 'R2' series chassis production.23th Jun 1937Box 106 \ 3  scan0450
25/30 HP Steering Cams, attaching communication from The Adamant Company.23th Jun 1937Box 106 \ 3  scan0451
Letter from Adamant Engineering Company regarding the supply, rejection, and rectification of Cams.22th Jun 1937Box 106 \ 3  scan0452
The rejection of 25/30 HP steering cams and correspondence with Adamant Engineering Co.5th Jul 1937Box 106 \ 3  scan0453
The inspection of 15 - 25/30 Roller Assemblies from Messrs. Hoffmann.5th Aug 1937Box 106 \ 3  scan0454
Announcing the start of a standardisation sheet for malleable iron steering boxes for the 25/30.HP model.19th Aug 1937Box 106 \ 3  scan0455
Completion of tests on 25/30 HP steering rollers.7th Oct 1937Box 106 \ 3  scan0456
Standardisation of parts document for changing the steering box material from bronze to malleable iron.20th Aug 1937Box 106 \ 3  scan0457
Cost analysis for the introduction of a Hallocasts Iron 25/30 HP steering box.10th Mar 1938Box 106 \ 3  scan0458
Bulletin about steering roller follower bearing failures on Phantom III and 25/30.HP models.10th Mar 1938Box 106 \ 3  scan0459
Three possible types of wheels (Michelin, Dunlop, Pressed Steel) for the Goshawk 11 model.1st Jul 1921Box 106 \ 4  scan0001
Wobbling Michelin disc wheels on the Goshawk 11 car.10th Oct 1921Box 106 \ 4  scan0002
Recommendation to offer wire wheels as an alternative to Michelin disc wheels due to performance issues.26th Oct 1921Box 106 \ 4  scan0003
Findings from extensive road tests of Michelin disc wheels, including objections and confirmations.15th Nov 1921Box 106 \ 4  scan0004
Performance of fitted wheels on Armoured cars and the need for wire wheel designs for the Goshawk model.15th Nov 1921Box 106 \ 4  scan0005
Requesting pricing for Dunlop and Rudge Whitworth wire wheels and noting a hub design issue.9th Dec 1921Box 106 \ 4  scan0006
The position of the pedal shaft for B and D steering on the Goshawk 11 model.19th Dec 1921Box 106 \ 4  scan0007
Spare wheel arrangement and wheel supplier choice for the 'Swallow' model.19th Dec 1921Box 106 \ 4  scan0008
Internal order for two sets of 5 Dunlop disc wheels for Goshawk 11.25th Jan 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0009
Wheel options and suggested extras for the Goshawk model.14th Feb 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0010
Weights and production progress for Rudge Whitworth and Dunlop wheels and rims.21th Feb 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0011
Continuation of a document listing the weights of various tyres and rims.22th Feb 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0012
'Goshawk' wheels and tyres, detailing weight comparisons and negotiations with Rudge-Whitworth.22th Feb 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0013
Request to supply Rudge Whitworth wire wheels for experimental Goshawk cars.1st Feb 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0014
Comparison document outlining the weight differences between straight-sided and beaded edge wheels for the Goshawk model.2nd Feb 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0015
Decision to use wire wheels over disc wheels on the Goshawk.3rd Mar 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0016
Dunlop versus R.W. wire wheels for the Goshawk 11, noting the cost difference.30th Mar 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0017
Scheme for a wheel carrier on the running boards for the Goshawk 11 model.8th Apr 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0018
Arranging for the examination of car wheels in Paris.26th May 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0019
Forwarding a communication from the Rudge-Whitworth Company regarding wheel creaks.26th May 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0020
Letter from John V. Pugh of Rudge Whitworth regarding a wheel creak issue on an Austro-Daimler car.24th May 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0021
Choice between Rudge-Whitworth and Dunlop wire wheels for the Goshawk project.30th May 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0022
On the problem of creaking Goshawk Rudge-Whitworth wheels and their comparison to Dunlop wheels.1st Jan 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0023
Comparing Rudge-Whitworth and Dunlop wire wheels, noting issues with the former and a preference for the latter.1st Jun 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0024
Enclosing extracts concerning Goshawk wheels and a letter from Rudge-Whitworth Ltd.3rd Jun 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0025
Important decision on Goshawk wheels, with a financial implication of £9,000-£10,000 per annum.2nd Jun 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0026
Internal memorandum discussing the creaking issues and pricing of Rudge-Whitworth wheels for the 'Goshawk' chassis.31th May 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0027
Continued memo regarding the financial decision on the Goshawk wheel question, referencing a Rudge-Whitworth letter.31th May 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0028
Creaking issues with Rudge-Whitworth wheels on a Goshawk model compared to Dunlop wheels.31th May 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0029
Letter from Rudge-Whitworth Ltd. concerning the diagnosis and resolution of a wheel creak.24th May 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0030
Choice between Dunlop and Rudge-Whitworth wheels for the Goshawk project.7th Jun 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0031
Communication from Rudge-Whitworth about creaking wheels on the 'Goshawk' car.13th Jun 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0032
Letter from Rudge-Whitworth Ltd. detailing an inspection of an experimental car's wheels and nuts, and suggesting improvements.8th Jun 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0033
Trouble with Rudge-Whitworth wheels on 'Goshawk' cars and comparing them to Dunlop wheels.13th Jun 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0034
Communication regarding creaking Rudge-Whitworth wheels on a 'Goshawk' car.15th Jun 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0035
Letter from Rudge Whitworth Ltd. clarifying that certain wheels were found to be slack because they had never been properly tightened.12th Jun 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0036
7-Goshawk-11 car in France detailing issues with creaking wheels, oil on brakes, and loose steering bolts.30th Jun 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0037
Choice between R.W. (Rudge-Whitworth) and Dunlop wire wheels for the Goshawk and 40/50 models.1st Jul 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0038
Works order to supply one complete Rudge Whitworth wheel for a Goshawk chassis.27th Jul 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0039
Arranging the despatch of a complete R.W. wheel to Major Hodges in Boulogne.27th Jul 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0040
Telegram from Paris requesting Rudge-Whitworth wheels be sent to a garage in Boulogne.29th Jul 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0041
The importance of jacking up a wheel before tightening to prevent wear on Rudge-Whitworth and Dunlop wheel serrations.1st Apr 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0042
The Amateur Driven Goshawk, recommending its return due to obsolete parts and inquiring about a wheel failure.3rd Aug 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0043
Request for data on tests conducted with Rudge-Whitworth wire wheels on the Goshawk.18th Aug 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0044
Requesting checks and details on water pipe, oil pipe, and wheel failures on an amateur-driven Goshawk.22th Aug 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0045
Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. concerning failures of demountable wheel rims and a proposed simple locking device.29th Aug 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0046
Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding issues with demountable flanges coming off straight-sided rims when tyres deflate.13th Sep 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0047
Letter discussing modifications to Dunlop wheels and straight-sided rims to prevent parts detaching when a tyre deflates.18th Sep 1922Box 106 \ 4  scan0048


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