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Simple shield to prevent petrol spillage from the Stromberg carburetter onto the ventilated dynamo.27th Apr 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0010
Reliability of the Stromberg carburettor on the 25/30 HP Chassis 'L2' Series.27th Apr 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0011
Letter to Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding accelerator pumps and throttle mixture weakness for Phantom III carburettors.27th Apr 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0012
Inspection report on Stromberg DC.42 carburetter floats and choke valve torsion springs.30th Apr 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0013
Stromberg carburettor complaints and failures on part throttle acceleration for the 25/30 HP production model.30th Apr 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0014
Instructions regarding a safeguard shield for carburetter adjustments and a new dynamo end cover design.2nd May 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0015
Request to place an official order for Main Metering Jets for Stromberg Carburetters.4th May 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0016
Request to The Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd. for a supply of various jets for the Experimental Test Department.4th May 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0017
Letter from Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd. confirming an order, despatch, and price for main metering jets for EE3 and DC.42 carburetters.7th May 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0018
Requesting an official order be placed with the Zenith Carburetter Co. for chokes.9th May 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0019
Letter requesting the supply of different sized chokes from the Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd.8th May 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0020
Invoice from Zenith Carburetter Co. for accelerator pumps, seeking authorisation for payment.9th May 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0021
Official order for two EE3 Accelerator Pumps from the Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd.11th May 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0022
Letter from The Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding carburetter specifications for the Phantom III engine.18th May 1938Box 122 \ 2  scan0023
Letter from Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding a provisional setting for the EEC.3 carburetter.13th May 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0024
List of provisional settings for the EEC-42 carburetter for a Phantom III.13th May 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0025
Requesting confirmation from Mr Radclyffe on the correct specification setting for a carburetter.19th May 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0026
Cover letter forwarding correspondence about Phantom III carburettors from The Zeneth Carburetter Co.19th May 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0027
Visit from a Stromberg Carburetter Co. representative regarding carburetter development for the 20/25 and Ph.III models.20th May 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0028
Letter to Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding provisional settings for the Phantom III carburetter.22th May 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0029
Test report on the 33-EX Stromberg carburettor to resolve 'luffing' issues.26th Jun 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0030
Letter to Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding a specification update for the Phantom III carburetter concerning float needle movement.28th May 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0031
Specifications for a gland spring for the Phantom III Stromberg carburetter.3rd Jun 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0032
Letter to The Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd. confirming specifications for the Phantom III carburetters.3rd Jun 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0033
Letter to Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd. about a production issue with Phantom III carburetter pump pistons.9th Jun 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0034
Letter discussing carburetter jet failures and requesting experimental replacement models.9th Jun 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0035
Letter from Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd regarding modifications to Phantom III Carburetters.13th Jun 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0036
Letter from The Zenith Carburetter Co. regarding the preparation and despatch of two carburetters.13th Jun 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0037
Letter from Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding the supply of unfinished carburettors for experimental purposes.16th Jun 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0038
Letter to Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding the production finish and delivery of experimental Phantom III carburetters.18th Jun 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0039
Letter to The Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding the dispatch of a Phantom III Carburetter for a flow model.18th Jun 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0040
Requesting the despatch of one Phantom III carburetter to the Zenith Carburetter Co.18th Jun 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0041
Letter from The Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd concerning the production and supply of experimental carburettors for the Phantom III engine.20th Jun 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0042
Letter to Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd. complaining about carburettors being supplied to production before samples have been submitted.23th Jun 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0043
Letter discussing the machining of carburetter stops and the urgent need for them for experimental use.24th Jun 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0044
Letter to Zenith Carburetter Co. regarding needle movement and fuel flow issues on Phantom III carburetters.24th Jun 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0045
Letter from Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd regarding modifications to the carburetter for the Phantom III engine.25th Jun 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0046
Letter from The Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd. confirming the dispatch of two carburetters.26th Jun 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0047
Letter confirming an order for two experimental carburetters from The Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd.29th Jun 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0048
Potential fire risk from loose jet pipes on the Stromberg Carburetter and proposing a design change.30th Jun 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0049
Requesting the manufacture of 12 plugs to drawing Rm.129 for Stromberg Carburetters.30th Jun 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0050
Letter to Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd. requesting a Phantom III Carburetter Throttle Spindle.1st Jul 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0051
Official order for a Ph.III Throttle Spindle from Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd.1st Jul 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0052
Letter to Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd. chasing an overdue order for two Phantom III carburetters.7th Jul 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0053
Requesting an official order for two EEC-42 Carburetters for experimental use on a Phantom III.8th Jul 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0054
Official order for two Accelerator Pumps for EE-3 type Stromberg carburettors.11th Jul 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0055
Letter to Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding an issue with leather washers jamming in Phantom III accelerator pumps.11th Jul 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0056
Letter to Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding modifications to jet plugs and float pivot pins.14th Jul 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0057
Instruction regarding the 30 HP Stromberg Carburetter, advising depots to check a float chamber screw and announcing a future modification.8th Aug 1930Box 122 \ 2  scan0058
Letter to Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding failures on the Ph.III carburetter accelerator pumps.21th Aug 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0059
Telegram chasing the despatch of two DA-42 carburetters ordered on August sixth.23th Aug 1935Box 122 \ 2  scan0060
Letter to Zenith Carburetter Co. regarding sticking and failing Phantom III accelerator pumps.3rd Sep 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0061
Letter discussing pump failures on the Phantom III, raising technical questions and requesting experimental parts.3rd Sep 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0062
Complaints and proposed solutions for issues with Stromberg carburetters.4th Sep 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0063
Jamming issue with the Phantom III Carburetter Accelerator Pump Plunger and providing specifications for a new spring to resolve the problem.11th Sep 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0064
List of required improvements for the Stromberg Carburetter D.C. 42.11th Sep 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0065
Letter from Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding the dispatch of two modified all-metal pumps and lever arms.17th Sep 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0066
Stiffening the main spigot on a 25/30 HP Stromberg carburetter to prevent distortion.17th Sep 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0067
Complaints and tests conducted on Stromberg Carburetter D.C.42 jets at Cricklewood, London.19th Sep 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0068
Solution for jamming accelerator pump leathers.21th Sep 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0069
Request to place an official order with Zenith Carburetter Co. for metering jets and ball restriction valves.25th Sep 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0070
Letter to The Zenith Carburetter Co. regarding Mr. Ratcliffe's notes on the Stromberg carburetter.28th Sep 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0071
Instructions for adjusting a 30 HP Stromberg Carburetter to address weakness at part throttle.26th Sep 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0072
Ovality issues with the air intake extension on 25/30 HP Stromberg carburetters.1st Oct 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0073
Requesting an official order for two metal accelerator pumps from the Zenith Carburettor Company.5th Oct 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0074
Stuck choke valve on a 25/30 HP Stromberg Carburetter, requesting a sample.5th Oct 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0075
Faults and cures for the 30 HP Stromberg Carburetter.7th Oct 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0076
Letter from The Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd confirming recommendations will be incorporated in the next carburetter delivery for the 30 HP engine.8th Oct 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0077
30 HP carburettor complaint, specifically a weak spot at 48-50 MPH, and the solution involving a new jet.10th Oct 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0078
Letter to Zenith Carburetter Co. returning 5 main jets for inspection as they are under the flow limit.12th Oct 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0079
Breakdown and description of the components for a Stromberg DA-42 and DB-42 carburetter.15th Oct 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0080
Advice note from the Zenith Carburetter Co. for S.829 Metering Jets.16th Oct 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0081
Letter from Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd. detailing the test results of returned carburettor jets.17th Oct 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0082
Invoice for L829 Metering Jets from Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd.20th Oct 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0083
Instruction to place an official order with the Zenith Carb. Co. for L289 Metering Jets.21th Oct 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0084
Requesting a revised order for Metering Jets due to a pricing error.24th Oct 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0085
Requesting an official order for 5 Metering Jets from the Zenith Carburetter Co., which cancels a previous memo.26th Oct 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0086
Letter to The Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding the return of faulty main jets for inspection and replacement.26th Oct 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0087
Letter to the Zenith Carburetter Co. regarding a complaint of a loose float needle valve in a 30 HP car.28th Oct 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0088
Letter from Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd discussing the flow test results of main jets.28th Oct 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0089
Page 2 of a letter from The Zenith Carburetter Co. concerning faulty and replacement carburetter jets.28th Oct 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0090
Letter from Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding an issue with the carburettor for a 30 HP engine.29th Oct 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0091
Letter from Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding a part complaint and a proposed modification.30th Oct 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0092
Official order for three chokes from Zenith Carburetter Co.Ltd.30th Oct 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0093
Request to Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd. for various sized chokes for carburettor model UHY, size 42.20th Oct 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0094
The postponement of a visit from the Zenith Carburetter Company.3rd Nov 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0095
Letter to Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding a failed accelerator pump piston and choke control alignment issues.3rd Nov 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0096
Second page of a letter mentioning an enclosed sketch of a fault.4th Nov 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0097
Copy invoice from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. for a Bentley Dual Pressure Pump.4th Nov 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0098
Letter to W.A. Robotham regarding a non-standard pump from a Bentley car that has failed and been replaced.27th Jun 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0099
The comparative costs of Stromberg and S.U. carburettors and the exploration of alternative suppliers.4th Nov 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0100
Query regarding high throttle spring pressure and a noise on a GAE-20 Stromberg carburettor.5th Nov 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0101
Letter from Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd regarding an order for screws and existing stock levels.5th Nov 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0102
Blueprint detailing the removal of screwdriver slots from the set screws of a Phantom III carburettor float chamber lid.4th Nov 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0103
The removal of screw driver slots in the set screws of the Phantom III Carburetter float chamber lids.31th Oct 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0104
Design modification for the Phantom III Carburetter, specifically the deletion of screwdriver slots in set screws.6th Nov 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0105
Letter to The Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd. requesting the value of screws in stock.9th Nov 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0106
Letter from Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd regarding the works cost for a stock of screws, with handwritten annotations.12th Nov 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0107
Letter to The Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd. requesting details on alternative carburetters.12th Nov 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0108
The Stromberg carburetter needle valve seat working loose on Phantom III & 25/30HP models and a suggested fix.13th Nov 1936Box 122 \ 2  scan0109


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