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Arranging for the dispatch of two Solex carburettors to 'Solex' Works in London.13th Dec 1937Box 121 \ 2  scan0201
The despatch of one Solex carburetter to Solex Ltd.27th Jun 1938Box 121 \ 2  scan0202
Request to acquire and test two Claudel Hobson carburetters on a Mercedes engine.3rd Dec 1914Box 121 \ 3  scan0001
Design and material composition of the Claudel Hobson carburetter in comparison to a proprietary water-jacketed design.14th Dec 1914Box 121 \ 3  scan0002
Performance of the Claudel Hobson carburetter and awaiting experiments with induction pipes.14th Dec 1914Box 121 \ 3  scan0003
Requirements and design of a new carburettor for an engine.15th Dec 1914Box 121 \ 3  scan0004
Carburetter design for three-cylinder engines and a request to progress the patterns.15th Dec 1914Box 121 \ 3  scan0005
The issues with Claudel carburetters freezing on Renault engines and the requirement for a hot air pipe.13th Aug 1914Box 121 \ 3  scan0006
The testing of Claudel, Hobson carburettors on a Mercedes engine as requested by Mr. Royce.16th Dec 1914Box 121 \ 3  scan0007
Report comparing a Claudel carburetter against a standard one, detailing performance data and subsequent piston failure.12th Jan 1915Box 121 \ 3  scan0008
Returning undersized Sthenos carburettors and arranging a consultation with a Claudel expert.8th Dec 1914Box 121 \ 3  scan0009
The suitability of the Claudel Hobson carburetter for car and aero engines.15th Jan 1915Box 121 \ 3  scan0010
The invoicing of Claudel Hobson carburetter jets for the Experimental Department.20th Jan 1915Box 121 \ 3  scan0011
Terms for obtaining Claudel Hobson carburettors on an approval basis.21th Jan 1915Box 121 \ 3  scan0012
Clarifying the subject of a previous sheet concerned 4 carburetter jets.22th Jan 1915Box 121 \ 3  scan0013
Inquiring about the suitability of a Claudel Hobson 26 m/m carburetter for the standard car engine.5th Feb 1915Box 121 \ 3  scan0014
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding an additional lever on newly received Claudel Hobson carburetters.9th Feb 1915Box 121 \ 3  scan0015
Confirming the charge for four Claudel-Hobson Carburetter Jets.27th Jan 1915Box 121 \ 3  scan0016
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the bye-pass lever on 36 m/m Claudel Hobson carburettors, which is being discarded on later models.10th Feb 1915Box 121 \ 3  scan0017
Testing a 36 m/m Claudel Hobson carburetter, comparing its performance to a standard R.R. model.23th Feb 1916Box 121 \ 3  scan0018
Performance comparison between the standard carburetter and a Claudel carburetter, including test data.26th Feb 1915Box 121 \ 3  scan0019
Discussion following tests on a Claudel Hobson carburetter, considering compression changes and potential horsepower gains.26th Feb 1915Box 121 \ 3  scan0020
Engine compression, carburettor selection, and component choices for various aero and car engines.26th Feb 1915Box 121 \ 3  scan0021
Required carburetter, compression, and fuel consumption specifications for 200 HP Aero Engines.26th Feb 1915Box 121 \ 3  scan0022
Copy of a wire from Mr. Royce with instructions for engine modifications.2nd Mar 1915Box 121 \ 3  scan0023
Extract discussing the replacement of a 36 m/m Claudel-Hobson carburetter with a smaller one for improved mixture and economy.2nd Mar 1915Box 121 \ 3  scan0024
Extract discussing the suitability of Claudel-Hobson carburetters for a governed engine.7th Apr 1915Box 121 \ 3  scan0025
The selection of Claudel Hobson carburettors for the 225 HP engine.8th Apr 1915Box 121 \ 3  scan0026
Extract from a communication regarding experiments with Claudel-Hobson carburetters to resolve engine missing fire.16th Apr 1915Box 121 \ 3  scan0027
Extract comparing the R.R. carburetter with the Claudel Hobson carburetter for aero work.29th Apr 1915Box 121 \ 3  scan0028
Urgent internal order for Claudel Hobson carburettors and a selection of main and low-speed jets.30th Apr 1915Box 121 \ 3  scan0029
Extract discussing the performance of Claudel-Hobson carburetters, particularly regarding air intake and suction pipe length.25th May 1916Box 121 \ 3  scan0030
Wire from Mr. Royce regarding the choice between Zenith and Claudel carburettors and a damaged component.26th Jul 1916Box 121 \ 3  scan0031
Design, specifications and required experiments for a Claudel-Hobson carburettor for the 'Eagle' engine.31th Jul 1916Box 121 \ 3  scan0032
Inquiry to Claudel Hobson Ltd. regarding the experimental fitting of two vertical carburetters to a 7.5 litre car engine.19th Nov 1926Box 121 \ 3  scan0033
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding two vertical carburetters for a 7.5 litre car engine.20th Nov 1926Box 121 \ 3  scan0034
Various induction pipe and carburetter configurations for the Phantom model.20th Feb 1927Box 121 \ 3  scan0035
Query about making the Claudel Hobson Carburettor a standard part for production.15th Feb 1928Box 121 \ 3  scan0036
Running conditions and camshaft timing tests for 'SS' Engine No. SS-3.20th Sep 1928Box 121 \ 3  scan0037
Report page discussing camshaft power curves, vacuum pump lubrication, and tappet adjustment.17th Sep 1929Box 121 \ 3  scan0038
Questioning the performance and configuration of different carburettor types like Claudel and Solex.17th Sep 1929Box 121 \ 3  scan0039
Comparison of power output from Claudel and S.U. type single jet carburettors on a P10G0 engine.28th Oct 1931Box 121 \ 3  scan0040
Photograph of a carburetor and governor assembly.28th Oct 1931Box 121 \ 3  scan0041
Photograph of a carburetor and intake manifold assembly with a ruler placed on top for scale.28th Oct 1931Box 121 \ 3  scan0042
Performance comparison graph of different induction pipes and carburetors.4th Nov 1936Box 121 \ 3  scan0043
Letter from H.M. Hobson Components Ltd. arranging a visit to demonstrate a carburetter as an alternative source of supply.4th Nov 1936Box 121 \ 3  scan0044
List of points for discussion on car carburation and aero engine controls.4th Nov 1936Box 121 \ 3  scan0045
Letter from H.M. Hobson Components Ltd. regarding carburetter development and testing for the Merlin engine.4th Nov 1936Box 121 \ 3  scan0046
Page two of a letter to E. W. Hives from the Technical Director of H. M. Hobson (Aircraft & Motor) Components, Ltd.4th Nov 1936Box 121 \ 3  scan0047
Points for a discussion regarding car carburation and automatic aero engine controls.4th Nov 1936Box 121 \ 3  scan0048
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. discussing the price competitiveness of a proposed carburetter (type N.42) following a price reduction from Stromberg Carburetter Co.12th Feb 1937Box 121 \ 3  scan0049
Letter from H.M. Hobson to W.A. Robotham regarding the proposed 42 m/m carburetter and its potential testing.15th Feb 1937Box 121 \ 3  scan0050
Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. confirming an order for 6 pairs of H.6 carburetters with a 14-day delivery time.3rd Jul 1939Box 121 \ 3  scan0051
Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding the delivery schedule for H.6 Carburetters.3rd Jul 1939Box 121 \ 3  scan0052
The issue of a free of charge order for attached sheets from the S.U. Company.13th Jul 1939Box 121 \ 3  scan0053
Letter to S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding incorrect parts supplied for H.4 and H.6 carburetters.19th Jul 1939Box 121 \ 3  scan0054
The concluding page of a typed letter expressing inconvenience.19th Jul 1939Box 121 \ 3  scan0055
Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding carburetters not meeting specification.20th Jul 1939Box 121 \ 3  scan0056
Letter to the S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding carburetter needle seatings and flooding issues.21th Jul 1939Box 121 \ 3  scan0057
Letter to The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. requesting specifications for H.4 and H.6 carburetters.21th Jul 1919Box 121 \ 3  scan0058
Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. addressing float chamber flow, flooding, and fork gear issues for H.4 and H.6 carburetters.24th Jul 1939Box 121 \ 3  scan0059
The supply and ordering of jets.26th Jul 1939Box 121 \ 3  scan0060
The despatch of replacement carburetter parts to the S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd.26th Jul 1939Box 121 \ 3  scan0061
Internal request to order 24 BE3 needles from the S.U. Carburetter Co. for use on B.V.11th Aug 1939Box 121 \ 3  scan0062
Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. requesting a print for the sizes of the XC3 needle.1st Sep 1939Box 121 \ 3  scan0063
Requesting an order be passed to the Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd. for parts with the possibility of return for credit.28th Sep 1939Box 121 \ 3  scan0064
Letter to S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. providing dimensions for carburetter needle X.C.3.28th Sep 1939Box 121 \ 3  scan0065
Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. proposing a visit to demonstrate a new type of self-feeding carburetter.5th Feb 1940Box 121 \ 3  scan0066
Request to S.U. Carburettor Co. Ltd. for the supply of four types of carburettor needles with specified dimensions.12th Mar 1940Box 121 \ 3  scan0067
Request to send an order to S.U. Carburettor Co. for 16 needles, referencing a previous letter.13th Mar 1940Box 121 \ 3  scan0068
Order be sent to The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. for various carburettor needles.29th Apr 1940Box 121 \ 3  scan0069
Request to S. U. Carburettor Co. Ltd. for the supply of carburettor needles with specified dimensions.29th Apr 1940Box 121 \ 3  scan0070
Letter from The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. discussing the development progress of small and large self-feeding carburetters.15th May 1940Box 121 \ 3  scan0071
Letter discussing carburetter design issues and outlining future development plans.21th Jun 1940Box 121 \ 3  scan0072
Telegram requesting S.U. carburettor drawings.21th Jun 1940Box 121 \ 3  scan0073
Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. enclosing prints for an AVT.40/193 carburetter.24th Jun 1940Box 121 \ 3  scan0074
Request to place an order for 12 B.3.B carburettor needles from The S.U. Carburettor Co. Ltd.3rd Jul 1940Box 121 \ 3  scan0075
Letter from The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding a delay in sending a drawing for a large Self-Feeding Carburetter.8th Jul 1940Box 121 \ 3  scan0076
Letter thanking S.U. Carburettor Co. Ltd. for a letter and prints of the AVT.40/193 carburettor.10th Jul 1940Box 121 \ 3  scan0077
Record and production layout of the mock-up induction pipe and S.U. carburettors.1st Aug 1940Box 121 \ 3  scan0078
Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. rescheduling a meeting due to Mr. T.C. Skinner being indisposed.10th Oct 1940Box 121 \ 3  scan0079
Letter to S.U. Carburettors Ltd. discussing research into carburation and fuel consumption.8th Oct 1940Box 121 \ 3  scan0080
Letter discussing the development of a lean-mixture device for an S.U. carburettor and arranging a meeting.8th Oct 1940Box 121 \ 3  scan0081
Letter from The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. to Mr. W.A. Robotham apologising for a delayed response and extending an invitation to visit.30th Oct 1940Box 121 \ 3  scan0082
Reference note for a letter to S.U. Carburetters Ltd regarding Petrol Injection Equipment.5th Nov 1940Box 121 \ 3  scan0083
Letter to S.U. Carburetters Ltd. arranging a visit to discuss petrol injection equipment and comparative consumption tests.5th Nov 1940Box 121 \ 3  scan0084
Letter from The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. to Mr. Robotham confirming arrangements for a meeting.8th Nov 1940Box 121 \ 3  scan0085
Letter to C. Skinner of The S.U. Carburettor Co. Ltd. to arrange a works visit.10th Nov 1940Box 121 \ 3  scan0086
Letter to S.U. Carburetters Ltd. regarding petrol injection equipment and comparative consumption tests.5th Nov 1940Box 121 \ 3  scan0087
Letter to S.U. Carburettors Ltd. outlining requirements for carburettors, a petrol pump, and an induction centre.13th Nov 1940Box 121 \ 3  scan0088
Visit to the S.U. Company to discuss fitting carburettors to a Merlin engine.14th Nov 1940Box 121 \ 3  scan0089
Carburettor and intake pipe design, including S.U. horizontal and downdraught carburettors, and petrol pumps.14th Nov 1940Box 121 \ 3  scan0090
Carburetor issues, including sticking air valves and a comparison of materials and designs.14th Nov 1940Box 121 \ 3  scan0091
Trial of an S.U. recommended induction pipe on a 4-cylinder engine.17th Nov 1940Box 121 \ 3  scan0092
Drawing showing the recommended form of the center section of a manifold for a single carburettor 4 or 6-cylinder engine.12th Nov 1926Box 121 \ 3  scan0093
Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding the delayed supply of carburetters and an enclosed stronger needle for an 8 HP Morris.18th Nov 1940Box 121 \ 3  scan0094
Letter to S.U. Carburettors discussing carburettor performance, economy, and design considerations.18th Nov 1940Box 121 \ 3  scan0095
Letter to S.U. Carburetter Co. about sticking air valves on the H.4 model carburetter.19th Nov 1940Box 121 \ 3  scan0096
Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. discussing the weakening of fuel mixtures under cruising conditions.28th Nov 1940Box 121 \ 3  scan0097
Tests and modifications related to carburettors, air pipes, and silencers, referencing Morris Motors.28th Nov 1940Box 121 \ 3  scan0098


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