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Urgent request to obtain one set of Parsons Colonial pattern wheel chains for a Nairobi Phantom III.2nd Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0030
Typed list of spares and equipment to be obtained by Mr. Symons.3rd Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0031
Letter discussing travel arrangements including inoculation, car shipment, and passport validation.3rd Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0032
Instructing the fitting of thermometers to a Phantom III for the Nairobi Run.3rd Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0033
Requesting the fitting of new half shafts to the 34 Ex rear axle for the Nairobi Run.3rd Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0034
Request to remove a filler cap and spout from a Bentley tank for use on the reserve tank of car 34-EX.4th Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0035
Request to manufacture a 20-gallon reserve petrol tank from 20 S.W.G. tinned steel.4th Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0036
Request to arrange for one water tank to be made to an attached drawing.5th Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0037
Instruction to arrange wiring for an illuminated G.B. plate on car 34-EX.5th Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0038
Letter to Mr. Symons regarding arrangements for a trip, including vehicle documentation, tyres, and equipment.5th Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0039
Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. arranging for a set of wheels to be knurled.5th Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0040
The procurement of a compass and aneroid for chassis 34-EX.5th Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0041
Requesting the manufacture of brackets for carrying planks and entrenching tools based on an attached sketch.8th Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0042
Request to fit a stoneguard of 24 S.W.G. tinned steel to the tank of chassis 34-EX.8th Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0043
Requesting modifications to the petrol supply and pump switch for experimental car 34-EX.8th Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0044
Arranging for the experimental car 34-EX to be photographed in London.9th Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0045
Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding knurling treatment for a set of wheels and a request to inject punctureless solution into the tubes.10th Feb 1938Box 114 \ 4  scan0046
Instructions for replacing and testing the radiator steam valve on a 34 EX car for Kenya.10th Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0047
Typed list of spares and equipment for vehicle 34-EX.11th Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0048
Typed list of vehicle spare parts and consumables, page 2.1st Mar 1936Box 114 \ 4  scan0049
Typed list of tools and spare parts, page 3.1st Mar 1936Box 114 \ 4  scan0050
List of spares and miscellaneous parts for vehicle project 34-EX.11th Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0051
List of spares and equipment, including grease, hoses, chains, and various engine components.11th Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0052
List of tools and assorted spare parts, page 3.11th Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0053
Letter to Mr. H.F. Symons regarding a duplicate order for an Aneroid, allowing him to receive a discount.11th Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0054
Measured capacity of a 3 4-EX fresh water tank.12th Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0055
Stating the measured capacity of the 3 4-EX fresh water tank.12th Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0056
Request to arrange for a new pair of P.100 Lucas Lamps to be fitted to car 34 Ex.16th Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0057
Letter to the Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. acknowledging receipt of wheels fitted with puncture sealing liquid for an African trip.16th Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0058
Telegraph requesting 6 Parsons emergency grips due to snow risk in the Atlas Mountains.9th Feb 1939Box 114 \ 4  scan0059
Dispatch memo confirming springs and washers for a Silver Ghost are leaving Derby by train.18th Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0060
Letter regarding an enclosed list of air services and contingency plans for requiring spares for a plane.19th Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0061
Air service schedules for sending spares to Africa on SABENA and Imperial Airways.4th Mar 1938Box 114 \ 4  scan0062
Page detailing return journey flight schedules for various airlines in March.4th Mar 1938Box 114 \ 4  scan0063
Various parts for Phantom III Chassis No.34-Ex to be sent to London.18th Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0064
Invoice from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. for treating tubes with puncture sealing compound.24th Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0065
Requesting a covering order for a charge from Dunlop for treating tubes for a car sent to Nairobi.25th Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0066
Invoice from Tapley & Co. for a Performance Meter, seeking approval for payment.26th Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0067
Covering order for one Tapley Performance Meter.27th Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0068
Telegram from Symons requesting a voltage control and four tyres with tubes to be sent to Nairobi.1st Mar 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0069
Telegram from Kano requesting a voltage control, four tyres, and four tubes to be sent via Imperial Airways to Nairobi.1st Mar 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0070
Despatch of a Voltage Regulator for a Ph.III Chassis No.34-Ex to Nairobi.1st Mar 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0071
Press release detailing the first luxury car journey across the Sahara desert.8th Jan 1924Box 114 \ 4  scan0072
The dispatch of tyres and tubes to Nairobi and requesting a covering order.4th Mar 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0073
Request to despatch a pair of standard rear spring pads to St. Pancras station.4th Mar 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0074
Investigating the cause of repeated tyre failures during the Nairobi Run for car 34-EX.4th Mar 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0075
Tyre selection, performance, and failures during the Nairobi Run for car 34-EX.5th Mar 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0076
Discrepancy in a tyre order from Dunlop, involving different quantities and destinations.6th Mar 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0077
Clarifying an order and shipment of Dunlop tyres to Nairobi.10th Mar 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0078
Official order be sent to Messrs Sanderson & Homes for item 34-EX.10th Mar 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0079
Feedback on the shock absorbers and brakes for car 34-EX.12th Mar 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0080
Extract from a letter detailing a car's performance and necessary repairs after a long-distance journey.12th Mar 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0081
Brakes and rear shock absorbers on car 34-EX for the Nairobi Run.13th Mar 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0082
Letter from Nairobi discussing car troubles with model 34 Ex after crossing the Sahara.17th Mar 1934Box 114 \ 4  scan0083
Vehicle performance, detailing temperatures, component function, and on-road repairs.17th Mar 1934Box 114 \ 4  scan0084
Report from Nairobi on vehicle damage including suspension, tyres, and undercarriage.17th Mar 1934Box 114 \ 4  scan0085
Letter with two technical sketches illustrating component failures after mileage.17th Mar 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0086
Cover note for an enclosed cable from Mr. Symons regarding a trip to Nairobi.17th Mar 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0087
Typed copy of a telegram from Symons in Bangassou reporting a propshaft repair.13th Mar 1914Box 114 \ 4  scan0088
Overland expedition from England to Kenya in a seven-seater limousine.17th Mar 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0089
Requesting a report on the performance of brakes and shock absorbers for car 34-EX during the Nairobi Run.17th Mar 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0090
Requesting the inspection of a failed and reportedly weak Phantom III propeller shaft.31th Mar 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0091
Extracts from a letter by Mr. H.E. Symons detailing technical problems encountered with a vehicle's tyres, suspension, steering, brakes, and propellor shaft.19th Mar 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0092
Vehicle endurance test, detailing performance, journey plans, and technical feedback.16th Apr 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0093
Tyre failures on the Nairobi Run and a disagreement with Dunlop over the cause being vehicle overloading.16th Apr 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0094
Requesting a job number for car 34 EX to charge for a driver's time and expenses for taking the car to Derby.19th Apr 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0095
Providing the special job number 52053 for the Nairobi car 3/4 34-EX.20th Apr 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0096
Tyre failures due to unexpected vehicle weight on the Nairobi Run.20th Apr 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0097
List of work to be carried out on car 34-EX.20th Apr 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0098
Request to arrange for a filter on car 34-EX to be photographed with two pipes attached.22th Apr 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0099
Requesting Hamilton's report regarding troubles with shock absorbers on the 34-EX Nairobi Run.22th Apr 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0100
Delay in the Nairobi Run report on brakes and shock absorbers due to illness.23th Apr 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0101
Request to retrieve a notebook containing limericks from a car after an African trip.27th Apr 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0102
The location of a book for vehicle 34-EX after an African Trip.29th Apr 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0103
Condition of the 34-EX Nairobi Car chassis and recommendations for its future use.29th Apr 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0104
Vehicle damage after the 'Nairobi run' and requesting an estimate for repairs.30th Apr 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0105
Letter from battery manufacturer Peto & Radford regarding the performance of a battery in a Phantom III car.30th Apr 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0106
Letter detailing the performance of a car battery in a Phantom III during an extended trip.3rd May 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0107
Page two of a letter providing guidance on using photographs for press advertisements.4th May 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0108
Letter from accumulator manufacturers Peto & Radford discussing the performance of their battery during a test run.4th May 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0109
Total mileage of pistons and liners for chassis No. 34-EX.6th May 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0110
Recovery of personal items from a car and an inquiry about petrol pump diaphragms.7th May 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0111
Photograph of a connecting rod and bolt after 41,000 miles.11th Dec 1935Box 114 \ 4  scan0112
Photograph of a gearbox cover plate showing external linkages and controls.11th Dec 1935Box 114 \ 4  scan0113
Photograph of a bare rolling chassis, with a complete car visible in the background.11th Dec 1935Box 114 \ 4  scan0114
Front view of a heavy vehicle chassis and engine assembly.11th Dec 1935Box 114 \ 4  scan0115
Photograph of a complete rolling chassis with engine inside a workshop.11th Dec 1935Box 114 \ 4  scan0116
Photograph showing two heavily corroded batteries in a compartment within a chassis.6th May 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0117
The urgent dispatch of a box of petrol pump diaphragms to the Experimental Department.6th May 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0118
The location and movement of equipment including primus stoves, ladders, and a shovel.8th May 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0119
Items sent to Lillie Hall.10th May 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0120
Location of petrol pump diaphragms found amongst food tins.8th May 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0121
Request to despatch a shovel, sand ladders, and a prismatic compass to Lillie Hall for Mr. Buckley.5th May 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0122
The High Pressure Petrol Pump from the 34-EX (Nairobi car) after a 13,000-mile run.31th May 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0123
Tyre selection and alternatives for the 34-EX Nairobi Run.2nd Jun 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0124
Confirming The Dunlop Rubber Co. decided on the tyres for the 34-EX Nairobi run.4th Jun 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0125
Analysis of tyre weight and overload for car 34 Ex during an African trip.4th Jun 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0126
Analysis of a vehicle's overload and its potential connection to burst tyres.4th Jun 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0127
Analysis of tyre trouble, considering the effects of heat, low pressure, and load.4th Jun 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0128
Report detailing the causes of tyre failure in hot, sandy, and rocky conditions.4th Jun 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0129


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