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Covering memo for a letter from Mr. Zimmerlie of Barnes, Gibson & Raymond, Inc., regarding valve springs.27th May 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0148
The receipt and forwarding of Chevrolet drawings promised by Mr. Taub.8th Jun 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0149
Research on valve springs, referencing a paper and comparing various spring designs.8th Jun 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0150
Chart comparing total static stress variation on valve springs from various manufacturers against the average stress range for carbon steel wire.6th Jun 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0151
Graph illustrating the endurance stress range for S/CV valve springs.6th Jun 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0152
Letter from Vauxhall Motors to E.W. Hives regarding sourcing spare parts for a Chevrolet car.9th Jun 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0153
Letter to A. Taub of Vauxhall Motors returning drawings and discussing ongoing tests on piston rings and chromium-plated cylinder blocks.16th Jun 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0154
Listing available drawings and photostats for a Chevrolet engine unit.16th Jun 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0155
To Miss Ryder listing tracings and photostats relating to the Chevrolet Car to be filed in Tracing Stores.24th Jun 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0156
Letter from Chevrolet Motor Company to Mr. W. A. Robotham requesting data and a sample of an aluminum tin bearing.8th Jul 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0157
Letter to Chevrolet regarding testing tin-aluminium alloy bearings and requesting shaft specifications.28th Jul 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0158
Oil consumption test run report for a Chevrolet vehicle on a trip to Oxford and return.31th Jul 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0159
Letter from General Motors Corporation thanking Mr. Robotham for forwarded photographs, instruction books and catalogs.31th Aug 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0160
Sending sample bearings to the Chevrolet Co. in America and a query regarding customs duty.23th Sep 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0161
Request to place an official order with Messrs. Pass & Joyce for a petrol gauge tank unit for a 1936 Chevrolet Car.2nd Oct 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0162
Enquiry to Pass & Joyce Ltd. for a petrol gauge tank unit for a 1936 Chevrolet car.2nd Oct 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0163
Requesting tests on a Chevrolet's suction ignition control and crankcase ventilation to check for oil leaks.19th Oct 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0164
Request to Pass & Joyce Ltd. for a cork rock cover joint for a 27 HP Chevrolet car.26th Oct 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0165
Letter requesting a Chevrolet 27 HP hand book and its gear ratios.30th Oct 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0166
Requesting an oil consumption test and engine cost analysis on a Chevrolet car.12th Jan 1937Box 126 \ 4  scan0167
Petrol consumption test comparing a Chevrolet GAE-20 with a 30 HP RR model.24th Oct 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0168
Oil consumption figures for a Chevrolet car comparing Mobiloil Artic and Castrol XL.15th Jan 1937Box 126 \ 4  scan0169
Requesting crankcase depression tests on a Chevrolet and a 25/30 model.25th Jan 1937Box 126 \ 4  scan0170
List of weights for various 1937 Chevrolet components.1st Apr 1937Box 126 \ 4  scan0171
List of weights for Chevrolet vehicle components, continued from a previous page.1st Apr 1937Box 126 \ 4  scan0172
Request to dismantle and measure a Chevrolet brake assembly for potential use on a future light car.10th May 1937Box 126 \ 4  scan0173
Request for an official order for Chevrolet brake linings from Messrs. Pass & Joyce.14th May 1937Box 126 \ 4  scan0174
Letter from the Experimental Dept. to Messrs. Pass & Joyce Ltd. requesting a set of 1936 model Chevrolet brake linings and rivets.14th May 1937Box 126 \ 4  scan0175
Requesting the relining of brakes for a Chevrolet car before it leaves the shop.19th May 1937Box 126 \ 4  scan0176
Laboratory analysis of the steel composition of a Chevrolet Camshaft.9th Jun 1937Box 126 \ 4  scan0177
Weight analysis of a Chevrolet engine and a forthcoming analysis of a Bentley car.15th Jun 1937Box 126 \ 4  scan0178
Production of bottom tappets for the Wraith, referencing Chevrolet and Vauxhall designs.16th Jun 1937Box 126 \ 4  scan0179
Weight comparison table for Chevrolet and Wraith valve gear components.18th Jun 1937Box 126 \ 4  scan0180
Comparison of camshaft and tappet displacement specifications for Chevrolet and Wraith engines.18th Jun 1937Box 126 \ 4  scan0181
Comparison of valve spring loads for Chevrolet and Wraith models.18th Jun 1937Box 126 \ 4  scan0182
Notes and specifications for a Chevrolet engine.15th Sep 1937Box 126 \ 4  scan0183
Specification sheet detailing engine component dimensions and system descriptions.15th Sep 1937Box 126 \ 4  scan0184
List of engineering specifications for various engine components including the crankshaft, flywheel, and camshaft.15th Sep 1937Box 126 \ 4  scan0185
Page of technical specifications for various engine components.15th Sep 1937Box 126 \ 4  scan0186
The front engine mounting plate and the induction/exhaust system, with references to other drawings and a handbook.15th Sep 1937Box 126 \ 4  scan0187
Series of sketches detailing various engine components including a water nozzle, cylinder barrel, and crankcase.15th Sep 1937Box 126 \ 4  scan0188
Sketches showing the rear and front views of a clutch casing with component labels and dimensions.15th Sep 1937Box 126 \ 4  scan0189
Sketches of an inverted clutch housing, front crankshaft bearing cap, and timing case pressing with associated notes.15th Sep 1937Box 126 \ 4  scan0190
Sketches and specifications for various engine components including crankshaft, flywheel, and valve gear.15th Sep 1937Box 126 \ 4  scan0191
Sketches of engine components including a camshaft bearing, con rod, big end, and oil pump.15th Sep 1937Box 126 \ 4  scan0192
Sketches detailing the timing gear, oil filler/breather, and inlet/exhaust manifolds.15th Sep 1937Box 126 \ 4  scan0193
Sketches of oil pipes, jet tubes, tappets, and push rods for engine lubrication.16th Sep 1937Box 126 \ 4  scan0194
Cover letter for a report on a Chevrolet engine, introducing a new record-keeping initiative for outside makes of cars.16th Sep 1937Box 126 \ 4  scan0195
Diagram of a Chevrolet brake assembly.7th May 1937Box 126 \ 4  scan0196
Observations of Chevrolet design features like a curved rear window and a door-activated switch light.28th Oct 1940Box 126 \ 4  scan0197
Letter to W. Lyons of S.S. Cars Ltd. confirming a meeting at the S.S. Works.15th Jun 1936Box 126 \ 5  scan0001
Letter from the Managing Director's office of SS Works requesting to amend an appointment time.17th Jun 1936Box 126 \ 5  scan0002
General data and specifications for a 2½ litre S.S. Jaguar.3rd Jul 1936Box 126 \ 5  scan0003
Specification sheet detailing car weight, axle ratios, performance data, and engine components.3rd Jul 1936Box 126 \ 5  scan0004
Page 3 of engine, clutch, and gearbox specifications.3rd Jul 1936Box 126 \ 5  scan0005
Specification sheet detailing the rear axle, wheels, suspension, and frame.1st Jul 1936Box 126 \ 5  scan0006
Graph showing the inlet valve lift against flywheel degrees for an SS Jaguar 2 1/2 Litre 19.84 HP model.1st Jul 1936Box 126 \ 5  scan0007
Blueprint graph of the exhaust valve lift for an S.S. Jaguar 2 1/2 Litre 19.84 HP model engine.3rd Jul 1936Box 126 \ 5  scan0008
Confidential memo detailing a road test and chassis examination of an S.S. Jaguar.3rd Jul 1936Box 126 \ 5  scan0009
Analysis of a vehicle's rear frame, suspension, and jacking system, with comparisons to a Jaguar.3rd Jul 1936Box 126 \ 5  scan0010
Vehicle design issues including coachwork, frame, silencer, wiring, steering, springing, and plans for a Bentley III redesign.17th Nov 1936Box 126 \ 5  scan0011
Letter to S.S. Cars Ltd. inquiring about their satisfaction with their rev.counter and speedometer, and issues with noisy drives.17th Nov 1936Box 126 \ 5  scan0012
Letter from SS Cars Ltd. regarding dissatisfaction with rev counters, speedometers, and noisy drives.18th Nov 1936Box 126 \ 5  scan0013
Letter to W. Lyons of S.S. Cars Ltd. regarding the purchase of a 3.5-litre Jaguar and a proposed visit.7th Oct 1937Box 126 \ 5  scan0014
Letter to W. Lyons of S.S. Cars Ltd. arranging a visit to the works.19th Oct 1937Box 126 \ 5  scan0015
Letter from the Managing Director of SS Works to W.A. Robotham regarding a visit to view the new 3.5 litre Jaguar.9th Oct 1937Box 126 \ 5  scan0016
Letter from SS Cars Ltd to Mr. Robotham regarding the postponement of a works visit.21th Oct 1937Box 126 \ 5  scan0017
Letter to W. Lyons of S.S. Cars Ltd. arranging a visit and congratulating them on their display at Earls Court.23th Oct 1937Box 126 \ 5  scan0018
Letter from the Managing Director of SS Cars Ltd. to W.A. Robotham regarding a works visit and congratulations for cars at Earls Court.27th Oct 1937Box 126 \ 5  scan0019
Letter from the Managing Director's Office of SS Works, Coventry, to W.A. Robotham, requesting to postpone a visit.15th Nov 1937Box 126 \ 5  scan0020
Letter to W. Lyons of S.S. Cars Ltd. regarding the rescheduling of a meeting.18th Nov 1937Box 126 \ 5  scan0021
Letter from the Managing Director's office at SS Works (Jaguar) to W.A. Robotham, proposing dates for a visit.18th Nov 1937Box 126 \ 5  scan0022
Letter from the secretary of W. Lyons (SS Cars) to W.A. Robotham acknowledging a letter and suggesting meeting dates.19th Nov 1937Box 126 \ 5  scan0023
Letter to W. Lyons of S.S. Cars Ltd. confirming a date for a visit.20th Nov 1937Box 126 \ 5  scan0024
Letter from SS Cars Ltd. confirming a suitable meeting date with W. A. Robotham.24th Nov 1937Box 126 \ 5  scan0025
Letter to W. Lyons of S.S. Cars Ltd. arranging a meeting time due to concerns about fog.25th Nov 1937Box 126 \ 5  scan0026
Letter to W. Lyons of S.S. Cars Ltd. clarifying the company's position on Vandervell's thin shell bearings.1st Dec 1937Box 126 \ 5  scan0027
Notes on Jaguar cars and engines following a visit to the S.S. Motor Car Co.2nd Dec 1937Box 126 \ 5  scan0028
Performance and engineering analysis of a competitor's vehicle, likely a Jaguar, compared to a Bentley.2nd Dec 1937Box 126 \ 5  scan0029
Potential purchase of a 3.5-litre car, a specific chassis frame, and a planned visit with Mr. Lyons.2nd Dec 1937Box 126 \ 5  scan0030
Letter to W. Lyons of S.S. Cars Ltd. regarding the delivery schedule for a 3 1/2-litre car.29th Dec 1937Box 126 \ 5  scan0031
Letter from the Managing Director's Office of SS Cars (Jaguar) regarding a delay on 3½ litre models.1st Jan 1938Box 126 \ 5  scan0032
Letter from SS Cars Limited regarding engine running-on issues and the dispatch of parts for analysis.18th Jan 1938Box 126 \ 5  scan0033
Continuation sheet from SS Cars Ltd regarding the sectioning of a head component.7th Feb 1938Box 126 \ 5  scan0034
Requesting to borrow a new 3 1/2-litre Jaguar to investigate its Widney concealed hinge, noting its success in the Monte Carlo Rally.7th Feb 1938Box 126 \ 5  scan0035
Status of a yet to be received Jaguar car.8th Feb 1938Box 126 \ 5  scan0036
Sg. to Gry. requesting confirmation on the receipt of a Jaguar car.16th Feb 1938Box 126 \ 5  scan0037
To pass an order for an S.S. Jaguar car.16th Mar 1938Box 126 \ 5  scan0038
Comparing seating dimensions and weight of a Bentley III body against a 3.5 litre Jaguar.17th Mar 1938Box 126 \ 5  scan0039
Technical comparison between the S.S. Jaguar bonnet hinge and the Widney concealed hinge.26th May 1938Box 126 \ 5  scan0040
Comparison drawing of a Widney hinge and an S.S. Jaguar bonnet hinge.28th Mar 1938Box 126 \ 5  scan0041
Performance and market analysis of a 3.5-Litre Jaguar.28th Mar 1938Box 126 \ 5  scan0042
Comparative lap speed and RPM tests between a 3½ Litre Jaguar and a 4¼ Litre Bentley.28th Mar 1938Box 126 \ 5  scan0043
General data and specifications sheet for a 3½ Litre Jaguar.28th Mar 1938Box 126 \ 5  scan0044
Test report on fuel consumption and water temperature for a 3 1/4 Jaguar.22th Mar 1935Box 126 \ 5  scan0045
Graph of road speed (MPH) versus engine speed (RPM) for a 3 1/2 Litre Saloon, showing performance in different gears.22th Mar 1935Box 126 \ 5  scan0046
Urgent internal memo regarding the arrangement to test a 3.5 litre Jaguar.31th Mar 1938Box 126 \ 5  scan0047
Supplier of sheet metal work for Jaguar exhaust systems.1st Apr 1938Box 126 \ 5  scan0048
Telegram regarding the arrival of a Jaguar at Lillie Hall for testing.1st Apr 1938Box 126 \ 5  scan0049
Note specifying the Jaguar Order Number.5th Apr 1938Box 126 \ 5  scan0050


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