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Advisory memo regarding ordering Castraulic fluid for the shock damper control and a status update on car 19-EX.14th Jan 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page162
Car's performance during demonstration runs, detailing engine start-up and tappet clearances.14th Jan 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page163
Porous weld on a starter cast boss and the enclosure of time and expense sheets.16th Nov 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page164
Car's performance during demonstrations, detailing a gear lever rattle and a 'luffing' issue.16th Nov 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page165
Vehicle water loss following high-speed runs.18th Jan 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page166
Sheared bolt on a spare wheel carrier and cold weather starting performance for car 19EX.18th Jan 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page167
Adjustments to a car's carburation and shock dampers from Paris.19th Jan 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page168
Letter from Paris discussing satisfactory car performance, demonstration delays due to icy roads, and requesting instructions.19th Jan 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page169
Car's performance, gauge fitting, and handling tests, written from Paris.21th Jan 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page170
Letter on hotel-headed paper confirming receipt of Castraulic fluid and the enclosure of time sheets.23th Nov 1932Box 11 \ 4  04-page171
Car's road test performance, detailing springing, dampers, and steering.23th Nov 1932Box 11 \ 4  04-page172
Pressure gauge readings, mileage, tappet adjustments, and cold start performance.24th Jan 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page173
Letter discussing issues with side spare wheel carrier support bolts and shock dampers on a 19-EX model.24th Jan 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page174
Request for an opinion on automatic shock dampers from a Mr. Slater.24th Jan 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page175
Correspondence from Paris detailing car performance, cold starting, and proposed adjustments.26th Jan 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page176
Letter discussing car suspension settings, dampers, and road handling characteristics.26th Jan 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page177
Letter discussing tyre fouling on full lock and issues with bolts on a spare wheel carrier, including a small diagram.28th Jan 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page178
Letter on hotel letterhead reporting on a car's general running, cold starting, and shock damper performance.28th Jan 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page179
Report from a road test in France detailing performance issues in snowy conditions.29th Jan 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page180
Vehicle performance and faults under various headings.30th Jan 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page181
Car's running performance, starting, and suspension adjustments.30th Jan 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page182
Vehicle performance report focusing on steering and suspension, written on hotel letterhead.30th Jan 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page183
The condition of dampers and the control system, with travel arrangements.30th Jan 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page184
Test drive for Mr. Fairey in a Phantom car, chassis 19-EX.30th Jan 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page185
Arranging for a car to be tried upon its return from France.30th Jan 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page186
Instructing the Stores to dispatch two radiator support mouldings to G.W. Hancock in France via air mail.31th Jan 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page187
Letter discussing radiator support mouldings, a 50 m.p.h. 'boom' on the Peregrine model, and requesting oil temperature experiments.31th Jan 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page188
Ideas for improving engine oil cooling and addressing alarming petrol consumption.31th Jan 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page189
Confidential test report on the performance of Chassis I9 EX with new self-adjusting shock dampers.1st Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page190
Test driver's report on a car's handling, braking, and performance at high speeds, including comparisons to competitors.1st Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page191
Letter to G.W. Hancock in France requesting a full report on the running of the 19-EX experimental car.2nd Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page192
Test report on car 19 EX detailing issues with hard riding, poor brakes, and plans for further testing.2nd Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page193
Carburettor, brake servo, and hydraulic damper issues on car 19 EX.3rd Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page194
Spare wheel bracket bolt failure and suspension queries on vehicle 19-EX.3rd Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page195
From G.W.S. concerning brake and servo issues on the 19 EX model, including lubrication adjustments and damper testing.1st Jan 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page196
Field report detailing vehicle mileage, damper system performance, carburation issues, and valve clearance measurements.4th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page197
Performance and issue report on a vehicle, covering the gearbox, brakes, dampers, and steering.4th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page198
Test report from Chateauroux, France, detailing issues with the car's progressive dampers, suspension, and steering.4th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page199
Incorrect size of a bijur fitted to Woodhead springs.6th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page200
Sticking exhaust valves on car 19-EX and the correct oil level for a Peregrine gearbox.6th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page201
Extract from a GWH report concerning exhaust valve performance on model 19-EX.8th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page202
Examination report on the hydraulic dampers for vehicle 19 EX, detailing oil levels, leaks, and repairs.8th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page203
Progressive loads on front dampers, including a table of measurements and notes on a sticking valve.9th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page204
Broken bolts on side spare wheel carrier supports and wear in the axle control on Peregrine III.10th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page205
Correspondence regarding a noise issue, suggesting specially made covers and new ball pads to prevent dirt contamination.10th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page206
The inability to obtain sufficient load on rear dampers, investigating collapsed bellows and valve spring compression.10th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page207
Road test results for a car's dampers, springs, and riding quality.11th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page208
Hand-drawn diagrams and notes for a rear damper assembly.12th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page209
Extract from a G.W.H. report concerning the resumption of mileage testing on car 19-EX to find failures.12th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page210
Alterations to rear dampers, and repairs to a water pump and an oil leak from a damper stud.14th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page211
Technical letter discussing the performance, dimensions, and issues with 19-EX governor shock dampers.14th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page212
Follow-up letter discussing contradictory reports on shock damper performance and requesting further comparisons.14th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page213
Expectations for automatic dampers and the challenges associated with using lower rating springs.14th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page214
Note from GWH to Mr. Rope confirming receipt of package RR 9366.15th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page215
Delay in fitting bolts to the spare wheel carriers on chassis 19 EX.15th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page216
Requesting an update on the status and test reports for Chassis 19-EX.15th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page217
Reports and shock absorbers for the 19-EX car.16th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page218
Daily report for a 10,000-mile test on a Phantom, chassis 19-EX.5th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page219
Vehicle test report detailing the performance and issues of various mechanical systems.6th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page220
Daily report for a 10,000-mile test car, a Phantom model with chassis number 19-EX.6th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page221
Road test report detailing vehicle performance and faults across various components.7th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page222
Daily report on a 10,000 miles test for a Phantom, chassis number 19-EX.7th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page223
Performance report on various vehicle systems including the engine, gearbox, steering, and suspension.12th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page224
Daily report on a 10,000-mile test car for a Phantom model.12th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page225
Test report on engine, springing, and brake performance.19th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page226
Test report on progressive dampers fitted to vehicle 19 EX.19th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page227
Test report on the performance of progressive dampers fitted to car 19 EX.19th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page228
Car 19-EX being badly smashed in an accident in France and arrangements for its return.20th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page229
Aftermath of an accident involving experimental car 19-EX and the allocation of a replacement vehicle.21th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page230
Confusing reports on the performance of controllable shock dampers.22th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page231
Confirming receipt of a telegram and arranging the transport of car 19-EX to Derby.22th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page232
Development, testing, and implementation of controllable shock dampers.24th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page233
'write off' of car 19-EX, the status of other experimental cars, and the urgent need for a replacement test vehicle.24th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page234
The development, testing, and production of controllable shock dampers.27th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page235
Replacement of a car after an accident and an update on the testing of a new trials car.28th Feb 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page236
Transfer and reclassification of experimental car 19-EX (85-JS).3rd Mar 1933Box 11 \ 4  04-page237
Cover page for a report on a 10,000-mile test in France for chassis 28-EX.1st Mar 1934Box 11 \ 5  05-page001
Requesting a list of new features for the 10,000 miles test car 28-EX.14th Mar 1934Box 11 \ 5  05-page002
Confirming the receipt of Castrol oil and detailing a visit from an Essolube oil representative.31th Mar 1934Box 11 \ 5  05-page003
Letter to G.W. Hancock in France discussing issues with tyres, noisy tappets, an Autokleen Filter, and oil temperature.7th Apr 1934Box 11 \ 5  05-page004
The cause of propeller shaft universal joints fouling and leaking on the 28-EX model.5th Apr 1934Box 11 \ 5  05-page005
Responding to a fault report concerning a propellor shaft on a 28-EX model.10th Apr 1934Box 11 \ 5  05-page006
Design critique of a hydraulic damper control connection, noting a fault causing oil loss and suggesting a design improvement.10th Apr 1934Box 11 \ 5  05-page007
With a date and a name.10th Apr 1934Box 11 \ 5  05-page008
Letter detailing the standardisation of parts on model 28-EX for the 'S' and 'T' series.10th Apr 1934Box 11 \ 5  05-page009
Daily report for a 10,000-mile test car.5th Apr 1934Box 11 \ 5  05-page010
Daily report on a 10,000-mile test car, detailing system performance and faults.4th Apr 1934Box 11 \ 5  05-page011
Daily report for a 10,000 miles test car, detailing mileage, consumption, temperatures, and driver information.4th Apr 1934Box 11 \ 5  05-page012
Daily report on a 10,000-mile vehicle test, detailing performance and issues.10th Apr 1934Box 11 \ 5  05-page013
Telegram received by telephone concerning a broken conrod oil tank sent to Paris for replacement.10th Apr 1934Box 11 \ 5  05-page014
Report investigating the causes of universal joint fouling and the effects of dampers.12th Apr 1934Box 11 \ 5  05-page015
Suspension performance issues, particularly regarding elbows on the dampers and joint manufacturing.11th Apr 1934Box 11 \ 5  05-page016
The fitting of new oil tubes to three connecting rods.11th Apr 1934Box 11 \ 5  05-page017
Engine issues including broken conrod oil pipes, silent tappets, and valve spring problems.10th Apr 1934Box 11 \ 5  05-page018
Daily report for a 10,000-mile test car.6th Apr 1934Box 11 \ 5  05-page019
Daily report from a 10,000-mile test car.13th Apr 1934Box 11 \ 5  05-page020
Letter discussing engine troubles including pistons, tappets, a new American anti-surging device, and a carburetter for the 20/25 model.13th Apr 1934Box 11 \ 5  05-page021
The findings after dismantling an engine, detailing damage to connecting rods and pistons.19th Apr 1934Box 11 \ 5  05-page022
Sketch illustrating an issue with wiring coming adrift and a proposed solution using an additional clip.7th Apr 1934Box 11 \ 5  05-page023
Requesting two new tyres and reporting an alarming oil consumption issue.7th Apr 1934Box 11 \ 5  05-page024


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