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List of parts and fittings including wheelcase, water connections, clutch, and dynamo.31th Dec 1941Box 109 \ 3  scan0224
Specification sheet for a Lucas type SR Distributor & Condenser with Governor & Vacuum Control.31th Dec 1941Box 109 \ 3  scan0225
Specification update for the Myth Engine No.1 concerning the type of piston rings to be fitted.1st Jan 1942Box 109 \ 3  scan0226
Reinforcement of the 'Myth' project's front crossmember using welding instead of riveting.8th Jan 1942Box 109 \ 3  scan0227
Request to obtain 6 cylinder head gaskets for the MYTH No.1 engine from Richard Klinger Ltd.30th Jan 1942Box 109 \ 3  scan0228
Specification revision for Myth Engine No.1, detailing work carried out and new parts fitted.4th Mar 1942Box 109 \ 3  scan0229
Letter to Park Ward & Co., Ltd. regarding revised prints for the 'MYTH' project.16th Mar 1942Box 109 \ 3  scan0230
Modifications required to fit a Myth engine into an Austin 8 chassis.5th May 1942Box 109 \ 3  scan0231
Matching an Austin 8 1st motion shaft with a Myth clutch.5th May 1942Box 109 \ 3  scan0232
Specification revision for Engine Unit M.40 No.1 on a Chassis Austin 8.H.P, detailing valve spring replacement.23th May 1942Box 109 \ 3  scan0233
Potential modification of a car referred to as 'the Myth' by swapping engines between Austin models due to a petrol shortage.7th May 1942Box 109 \ 3  scan0234
Modifications for installing the M.40 engine into an Austin 10 vehicle.6th Jul 1942Box 109 \ 3  scan0235
Record of two instrument board schemes, PL.691 and PL.751, for the 'Myth' project.1st Nov 1942Box 109 \ 3  scan0236
Letter to Messrs. Burman & Sons Ltd. regarding the acceptance of a delivery date for a steering box for an Austin 10.18th Nov 1942Box 109 \ 3  scan0237
Letter to Messrs. Burman & Sons Ltd. confirming arrangements for the manufacture of a steering box for an Austin 10.18th Nov 1942Box 109 \ 3  scan0238
Replacing a noisy aluminium half-speed timing gear with one made from fabric material for the Myth engine.14th Dec 1942Box 109 \ 3  scan0239
Revised specification for the Myth Engine M.40 No.1, detailing new valve springs fitted.2nd Sep 1943Box 109 \ 3  scan0240
Revised specification for the Myth Engine M.40 No.1, detailing the replacement of inlet and exhaust springs.21th Sep 1943Box 109 \ 3  scan0241
Work specification for a Myth Engine M.40 from an Austin 10 HP chassis, detailing crankshaft and bearing replacement.28th Oct 1943Box 109 \ 3  scan0242
Sourcing of electrical and other components for the construction of two Myth Cars.15th Dec 1943Box 109 \ 3  scan0243
The status and availability of parts and drawings required to build the Myth Chassis.9th Dec 1943Box 109 \ 3  scan0244
Status report on the availability of various car components and proposed actions.9th Dec 1943Box 109 \ 3  scan0245
Secret memo regarding the work required in the Drawing Office for three experimental cars, including the Silver Wraith.18th Jul 1938Box 109 \ 4  scan0001
Specifications for car models 9.B.V., 2.B.50, and 30.G.VI (Silver Wraith).18th Jul 1938Box 109 \ 4  scan0002
List of exceptions and modifications for chassis models 2.B.50 and 30.G.VI (Silver Wraith).18th Jul 1938Box 109 \ 4  scan0003
Progress report listing the design status of various vehicle components.18th Jul 1938Box 109 \ 4  scan0004
Meeting notes regarding the manufacturing of the first Silver Wraith experimental chassis 30.G.VII.15th Sep 1938Box 109 \ 4  scan0005
Progress report detailing actions and requirements for various vehicle components, including engine mounting and jacks.15th Sep 1938Box 109 \ 4  scan0006
B.50 wide track yoke, parts completion deadlines, and the urgent need for LOPs for the car body.15th Sep 1938Box 109 \ 4  scan0007
Specifications and engine plans for a Silver Wraith 30.G.VII model.3rd Oct 1938Box 109 \ 4  scan0008
Comprehensive specification for the Silver Wraith 30.G.VII/1, detailing the gearbox, axle, and brake systems.27th Oct 1938Box 109 \ 4  scan0009
Specification sheet detailing components for brakes, steering, frame, and suspension systems.27th Oct 1938Box 109 \ 4  scan0010
Specification sheet detailing components for the rear suspension, clutch, fuel, exhaust, and cooling systems.27th Oct 1938Box 109 \ 4  scan0011
Specification sheet detailing components including the cooling system, fan, water pump, bonnet, and heater.27th Oct 1938Box 109 \ 4  scan0012
Parts list with drawing numbers for the dashboard, pedals, and various electrical equipment components.27th Oct 1938Box 109 \ 4  scan0013
List of components including a regulator, distribution board, and foot switch with their associated part numbers.27th Oct 1938Box 109 \ 4  scan0014
Confidential letter to coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. Ltd. about building a special body for a modified Wraith 80 chassis.8th Nov 1938Box 109 \ 4  scan0015
Letter from the Chief Engineer - Chassis, requesting delivery of a body within 9 weeks.8th Nov 1938Box 109 \ 4  scan0016
Specification of coachwork for an enclosed limousine, Wraith 80 model.8th Nov 1938Box 109 \ 4  scan0017
Continuation of a specification sheet detailing the interior and exterior fittings of a vehicle.6th Jan 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0018
Continuation of vehicle specifications covering ventilation, lamps, interior fittings, and weight.6th Jan 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0019
Appendix of drawings related to a specification for a limousine, front pan, radiator, and car front end.14th Nov 1938Box 109 \ 4  scan0020
Secret memo regarding the design PD.298 for an Enclosed Limousine on the first Silver Wraith 80 chassis, with coachwork by Park Ward & Co. Ltd.14th Nov 1938Box 109 \ 4  scan0021
Design document for an Enclosed Limousine Silver Wraith 80, with a body instructed from Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd.15th Nov 1938Box 109 \ 4  scan0022
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. confirming the handover of a 1/16th scale body design print for a Silver Wraith 80.15th Nov 1938Box 109 \ 4  scan0023
Listing accessories not supplied with the body for the Wraith 80 - 30.G.7 model.17th Nov 1938Box 109 \ 4  scan0024
Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. correcting the nomenclature for the first experimental Silver Wraith 80 chassis.18th Nov 1938Box 109 \ 4  scan0025
Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding a print for the Silver Wraith front apron and bumper.18th Nov 1938Box 109 \ 4  scan0026
Clarifying the correct caster angle for the Silver Wraith steering system.5th Dec 1938Box 109 \ 4  scan0027
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding chassis 30.G.Vll, confirming a change to Everall door locks and requesting the production of duralumin seats.13th Dec 1938Box 109 \ 4  scan0028
Confidential letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. requesting a dashboard contour drawing for a Wraith 80 car.14th Dec 1938Box 109 \ 4  scan0029
Schemes for mounting front permanent jacks on the Wraith 80.15th Dec 1938Box 109 \ 4  scan0030
Delay in the completion of a Silver Wraith body, updating the delivery date.23th Dec 1938Box 109 \ 4  scan0031
Scheme for the bonnet and dashboard shape for the Wraith 80 model, including projection for a sloping dash.29th Dec 1938Box 109 \ 4  scan0032
The design of a bonnet valance strip and catches for the Wraith 80 model.29th Dec 1938Box 109 \ 4  scan0033
The correct length of the headlamp support tube for chassis 30.G.Vll.4th Jan 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0034
Design of wing stays, headlamps and horns for the Silver Wraith 80.4th Jan 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0035
Instruction to fit longer Head Lamp Tubes to a Wraith 80 Chassis to accommodate wing conditions.5th Jan 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0036
Letter confirming an agreement for body framing and chassis delivery for a Wraith 80, chassis 30.G.V11.7th Jan 1938Box 109 \ 4  scan0037
Letter to coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding prints for an Enclosed Limousine.12th Jan 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0038
Scheme for the bonnet eye and scuttle recess on Wraith 80 chassis 30.G.VII with a sloping dashboard.13th Jan 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0039
Comparing the weight and material cost of the Wraith Replacement chassis with other models.13th Jan 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0040
Complete chassis weight for model 30.G.7 and comparing it to a standard production Wraith.13th Jan 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0041
Confidential letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding a technical drawing for chassis 30.G.VII.14th Jan 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0042
Five points of attention for the 30.G.VII hydraulic brake system.14th Jan 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0043
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. confirming finishing instructions for a car, chassis 30.G.VII.3rd Feb 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0044
Letter to coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the body details and delivery schedule for an Enclosed Limousine.8th Feb 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0045
Request for permission to deliver a 30 HP chassis and spares to Messrs. Park Ward in Willesden.18th Feb 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0046
Confidential letter instructing Park Ward & Co. Ltd. to fit an instrument board to chassis 30.G.VII.21th Feb 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0047
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. requesting alterations to the dashboard and steering wheel for chassis 30.G.V11.25th Feb 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0048
Letter to coachbuilder Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. listing the required blueprints for fitting a bonnet to chassis 30.G.VII.28th Feb 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0049
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. concerning bodywork and component adjustments for chassis 30-G-Vll.9th Mar 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0050
Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding wing stays and headlamp brackets.10th Mar 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0051
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding a revised blueprint for chassis 30.G.Vll.13th Mar 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0052
Modification to the bonnet hook centres for the Wraith 80 chassis.14th Mar 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0053
Requesting the despatch of one car heater to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. for an experimental chassis.14th Mar 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0054
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. about dispatching and fitting a car heater and other parts.14th Mar 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0055
Letter from Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the fitting of an A.C. car heater and other parts for chassis 30.G.VII.15th Mar 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0056
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the dispatch of a rear bumper and support arms for chassis 30.G.7.20th Mar 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0057
Confirming a rear bumper and support arms are being sent to stores for an experimental chassis.20th Mar 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0058
Letter from the Experimental Department regarding the dispatch of rear lamps and bumper support arms for chassis 30.G.7.20th Mar 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0059
Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co. Ltd regarding the despatch of a rear bumper with longer support arms.21th Mar 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0060
Requesting the fabrication of four sets of wheel disc parts for an upcoming car inspection.28th Mar 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0061
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding delivery arrangements and the return of borrowed parts.30th Mar 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0062
Weight analysis for a Silver Wraith Enclosed Limousine supplied by Park Ward & Co.30th Mar 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0063
The dispatch of two borrowed heater pipe nipples.30th Mar 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0064
Giving instructions for modifications to pistons, a gearbox damper, and shock dampers.30th Mar 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0065
Specifications for a rear axle for an 8-cylinder car destined for France.31th Mar 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0066
Complete weight analysis for chassis model 30.G.7.5th Apr 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0067
Letter arranging a meeting to test a car (30-G-VII) and inspect another chassis (9-B-V).5th Apr 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0068
Changing a meeting place for trying cars from Kettering to 'The George' in Stamford.5th Apr 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0069
Short typed memo confirming a meeting arrangement at the George Hotel, Stamford.6th Apr 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0070
Comparative test drive between car model 30-G-VII and the WXA-37 London Trials Saloon, with initial driver feedback.14th Apr 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0071
Footrest position and excess heat in the front compartment of an experimental car.14th Apr 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0072
List of work instructions for car 30.G.7, including fitting an engine and modifying the brake and steering systems.19th Apr 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0073
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. providing feedback and criticism on a trial of an enclosed limousine.19th Apr 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0074
The requirements for heater connections on chassis 30.G.VII.24th Apr 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0075
Request to remove front dampers and hand them to W.Bell for conversion to the controllable type.24th Apr 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0076
Customer's criticism of occasional seat knee room in a Silver Wraith.28th Apr 1939Box 109 \ 4  scan0077
Preliminary road test report for the 30.G.VII fitted with an 8-cylinder high power engine.28th Apr 1930Box 109 \ 4  scan0078


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