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Foreword explaining the function and efficiency of the Smith Oil Filter and its use with colloidal graphite.27th Aug 1937Box 135 \ 3  scan0217
Article on a new oil filter by Smith Accessory, reprinted from The Automobile Engineer.27th Aug 1937Box 135 \ 3  scan0218
Diagrams and explanation of an oil filter's function and the properties of filtered oil.27th Aug 1937Box 135 \ 3  scan0219
The comparative performance of oil filters, using paper spot tests to analyse oil cleanliness on the bench and during road tests.27th Aug 1937Box 135 \ 3  scan0220
Analysis of an oil filter's components and its performance in removing contaminants and acidity from sump oil.8th Jan 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0221
Letter to Messrs. Smith & Sons Ltd. discussing the principles and performance of the General oil filter.8th Jan 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0222
Letter from S. Smith & Sons to Mr. Robotham regarding the operation of a filter and arranging a meeting to discuss its principle with the designer.11th Jan 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0223
Request to order 2 dozen Tecalemit filters for use on the experimental chassis unit test beds.11th Jan 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0224
Letter to S. Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd. requesting a filter for testing.13th Jan 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0225
Letter from S. Smith & Sons arranging to send a filter sample for comparative testing.14th Jan 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0226
Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding a No.2 Smith Oil Filter sent for testing purposes.17th Jan 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0227
Letter detailing the disappointing test results of a Luber-Finer oil filter and returning it for investigation.21th Jan 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0228
Letter regarding a test on a Luber-Finer unit, questioning its dispatch and installation.25th Jan 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0229
The despatch of a trial oil filter to R.H. Collier Co. Ltd.27th Jan 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0230
Letter to R.H. Collier regarding the testing and failure of a 'Luber-Finer' filter.27th Jan 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0231
Letter from Jervis B. Webb Company regarding a previous correspondence about an oil filter proposition.15th Feb 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0232
Translated article discussing the causes of oil degradation and the requirements for effective oil filters.16th Feb 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0233
The benefits of oil filters, particularly the 'FRAM' brand, in reducing engine wear and oil consumption.16th Feb 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0234
French article discussing the elimination of regular engine oil changes through the use of advanced filtration systems.23th Feb 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0235
Letter to Dick Taylor regarding a ventilation scheme, camera results, and a General Filter.23th Feb 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0236
Letter regarding a leaking and underperforming oil filter returned for investigation.25th Feb 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0237
The concluding page of a letter.25th Feb 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0238
Request to dispatch an AC filter to The AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd.25th Feb 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0239
Cover letter to R.G.H. Taylor forwarding a copy of a letter from Jervis B. Webb.28th Feb 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0240
Letter from AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. regarding a faulty AC Oil Filter and an Oil Sediment Meter.1st Mar 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0241
Letter from R.H. Collier & Co. Ltd. regarding test results and issues with a Luber-Finer oil filter unit.4th Mar 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0242
Continuation of a letter from R. H. Collier & Co. Ltd. proposing a test of a larger refiner unit.4th Mar 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0243
Follow-up letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding an oil filter sent for testing and a potential invoice.4th Mar 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0244
Request to dispatch a loaned oil filter back to S. Smith & Son Ltd. after a trial.9th Mar 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0245
Letter to S. Smith & Sons regarding the return and test results of a trial oil filter.9th Mar 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0246
Request for an opinion on a Luber oil refiner for chassis B.139.BL.9th Mar 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0247
Advertising brochure for the Luber-finer miniature oil refinery for motors.1st Jan 1937Box 135 \ 3  scan0248
Promotional leaflet for the 'Luber-finer' oil refining system and its various models.1st Jan 1937Box 135 \ 3  scan0249
Comparative test for by-pass filters for Chassis No. B.139-BL.10th Mar 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0250
Oil reconditioner tests for 'Luber-Finer', 'A.C.', and 'Smith' units.10th Mar 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0251
Test report comparing the performance and characteristics of different oil purification units.10th Mar 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0252
Comparative tests on various oil reconditioner units.10th Mar 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0253
Comparison of the performance and limitations of various oil purification units under test.11th Mar 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0254
Series of graphs comparing the performance of 'Luber-Finer', 'General', 'AC', and 'Smith' oil reconditioners over time.11th Mar 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0255
Graph comparing the performance of different brands of oil reconditioners over time.11th Mar 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0256
Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding a sample oil filter test and arranging a specialist meeting.16th Mar 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0257
Letter to S. Smith & Sons regarding a future discussion about filters.17th Mar 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0258
Letter to AC-Sphinx Spark Plug Co. Ltd. concerning a recurring leak in an AC oil filter.21th Mar 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0259
Letter to AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. discussing filter failures and proposed solutions.4th Mar 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0260
Letter discussing filter functionality, material flaws, connection unions and washer types.4th Apr 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0261
Comparison of bye-pass oil filters from various manufacturers.23th Mar 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0262
Comparative report on the performance and cost of Smiths and Luber-Finer oil filters.23th Mar 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0263
Visual comparison of by-pass filter performance using blotter spot tests over time.6th Apr 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0264
Letter from AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. about the test results of a clogged and split oil filter.6th Apr 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0265
Continuation sheet to AC-Sphinx discussing material stress tests, filter mounting, and leak-proofing solutions.6th Apr 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0266
Continuation sheet from AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. responding to criticisms.9th Apr 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0267
Two proposed design modifications for an 'A.C.' bye-pass filter mounting to address failures.9th Apr 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0268
Modifications to a Phantom III suction oil filter to suit the revised Wraith III type steering gear.22th Apr 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0269
Attaching a copy of a letter to the AC. Co. regarding oil filter transfers.27th Apr 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0270
Letter to the AC-Sphinx Spark Plug Co. regarding the fitting of transfers on oil filters and enclosing a new drawing.27th Apr 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0271
Cover letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding an enclosed booklet on filtration and lubrication.27th Apr 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0272
Letter from R.H. Collier & Co. Ltd. regarding an unsatisfactory test of a Luber-Finer Oil Refiner and a proposal for a new demonstration.2nd May 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0273
Letter from AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding a blue print for the AC ZS-1 type oil filter.30th May 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0274
Blueprint detailing an oil filter installation.21th May 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0275
'General' type bye-pass oil filter for the Phantom III engine.9th Jun 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0276
Letter from Luber-Finer (England) Ltd. proposing the testing of their oil refiner and a meeting to present data.24th Jun 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0277
Promotional leaflet for the Luber-finer on-board oil refinery system for vehicle engines.24th Jun 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0278
Advertisement for Luber-finer oil refining products, detailing their function, models, pricing, and a guarantee.3rd Aug 1935Box 135 \ 3  scan0279
The benefits and functions of automobile oil filters, featuring a reprint from the National Bureau of Standards and an advertisement for Luber-finer.3rd Aug 1935Box 135 \ 3  scan0280
The principles of oil filtration and the problems associated with engine oil degradation.18th Jan 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0281
Advertisement for the Luber-finer oil refiner, using quotes from various sources to argue that oil does not wear out.18th Jan 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0282
Promotional document for the Luber-finer oil filter, arguing for its benefits over traditional oil changes.27th Jun 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0283
Letter from British Filters Ltd. to arrange a meeting with a Mr. Swindall to discuss the General Filter.27th Jun 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0284
Letter to Luber-Finer (England) Ltd. concerning the testing of a new filter unit after a previous one was found faulty.27th Jun 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0285
Letter to British Filters Ltd. arranging a meeting to discuss a 'General' oil filter.28th Jun 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0286
Letter from Luber-Finer detailing test parameters for a model 300 oil filter.29th Jun 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0287
Request to British Filters Ltd. to send two filters to Paris for a trial on customer vehicles.5th Jul 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0288
Request for the return of oil samples to Mr. T. Worth at British Filters Ltd.6th Jul 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0289
Letter to British Filters Ltd. discussing the performance of their 'General' oil filter based on oil samples.6th Jul 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0290
Follow-up inquiry regarding the return of an AC Filter sent for examination to the AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd.7th Jul 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0291
Letter from British Filters Ltd. confirming the dispatch of two filters to Paris.8th Jul 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0292
Letter from British Filters Ltd. regarding the dispatch of four filter cases, a 'sale or return' invoice, and a detailed drawing of the filter body.8th Jul 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0293
Requesting the manufacture of pipes and a bracket for a 'General' type oil filter.9th Jul 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0294
Choked and leaking AC oil filter returned for examination.11th Jul 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0295
Official order be placed with British Filters Ltd for four 'General' filters.11th Jul 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0296
Despatch of trial parts, including oil filters, pistons and rings for Bentley engines.15th Jul 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0297
Modifications and fitting instructions for a 'General' Bye-Pass Filter on Wraith III & Bentley III cars.16th Jul 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0298
Letter from Luber-finer (England) Ltd. proposing a meeting with their European Representative, Mr. Solomon.4th Aug 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0299
Customer testimonial letter regarding the performance and benefits of a 'Luber-finer' oil filter.13th Jul 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0300
Letter to British Filters Ltd. regarding the requirements for a 'General' filter housing, requesting a sample and quotation.12th Aug 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0301
Letter from British Filters Ltd. regarding the production of a General Filter and requesting estimated order quantities for calculating discounts.15th Aug 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0302
Requesting comparative tests on two types of oil filters.18th Aug 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0303
Letter to British Filters Ltd. regarding a model filter, its testing, requested modifications, and a request for quotations.30th Aug 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0304
Letter to British Filters Ltd. requesting the supply of 3 filters with specific modifications to the design.2nd Sep 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0305
Letter from British Filters Ltd. confirming a change to the text on a filter lid.2nd Sep 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0306
Internal memorandum requesting an official order be placed for filters for experimental B.60 engines.2nd Sep 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0307
Proposed design to stiffen the Phantom III pressure oil filter element to prevent collapse, with a request for experiments on different reinforcement options.8th Sep 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0308
Invitation from Luber-Finer (England) Ltd. to visit their stand at the Motor Exhibition at Earls Court.21th Sep 1938Box 135 \ 3  scan0309
Letter to Goodyear Tyre & Rubber Co. declining further tests on their belts.10th Jan 1939Box 135 \ 4  scan0001
Letter to Ferodo Ltd. regarding a measurement discrepancy on a V.165 belt mould, concluding the matter is closed.12th Jan 1939Box 135 \ 4  scan0002
Letter to Gates Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the successful testing of a Ferogrip fan belt.12th Jan 1939Box 135 \ 4  scan0003
Sourcing of fan belts for the Paulin Continental Bentley car.20th Jan 1939Box 135 \ 4  scan0004
Internal request to send an official order to Ferodo Ltd for 3 Ferogrip fan belts.26th Jan 1939Box 135 \ 4  scan0005
Order of Ferogrip fan belts from Messrs. Ferodo Ltd.3rd Feb 1939Box 135 \ 4  scan0006
Letter from The Gates Rubber Company discussing a fan belt drive problem and proposing competitive testing.14th Feb 1939Box 135 \ 4  scan0007


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