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Standardisation of chassis parts regarding the deletion of Bijur lubrication to the servo.17th Jul 1933Box 141 \ 2  scan0053
Modification report for chassis parts concerning the prevention of oil getting on brakes.26th Jun 1917Box 141 \ 2  scan0054
Inconsistency of using different chassis lubrication pumps on the 20/25 HP and Bentley models, requesting a cost comparison.1st Nov 1933Box 141 \ 2  scan0055
Cost-effectiveness of manufacturing a lubrication oil pump versus purchasing it from Lucas.3rd Nov 1933Box 141 \ 2  scan0056
Cost analysis, overheads, and standardisation procedures for the central lubrication pump.7th Nov 1933Box 141 \ 2  scan0057
The comparisons of the R.R. and the Luvax Bijur Pumps.21th Dec 1933Box 141 \ 2  scan0058
Comparison of the R.R. and Luvax pumps, detailing pressure tests, design differences, and dismantling instructions.21th Dec 1933Box 141 \ 2  scan0059
Assembly and dismantling instructions for the R.R. Bijur Pump, detailing challenges and tool requirements.21th Dec 1933Box 141 \ 2  scan0060
Comparison report between the R.R. and the Luvax Bijur pumps.10th Jan 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0061
Comparison of the Luvax Pump and the R.R. Pump, including pressure data and dismantling instructions.10th Jan 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0062
Assembly and dismantling instructions for the R.R. Bijur Pump.10th Jan 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0063
Decision against using the cheaper Luvax pump on the 40/50 HP Chassis in favour of Rolls-Royce's own pump.5th Feb 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0064
Two-stage introduction of the Luvax system and pump for the 40/50 HP chassis.1st Feb 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0065
Letter from The Rover Company Ltd. inquiring about the performance of Bijur chassis lubrication.17th Apr 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0066
Letter to the Managing Director of The Rover Co. Ltd. discussing experiences with the Bijur chassis lubrication system compared to Luvax and American automatic systems.18th Apr 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0067
Letter to Luvax Limited regarding issues with valves and junction bodies where threads are stripping and blocking the system with brass shavings.30th Jul 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0068
Trouble with brass shavings in the chassis centralized lubrication system caused by the valve and junction joint.26th Jul 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0069
Three cases of Bijur Pipes breaking in the Experimental Department.31th Jul 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0070
Recent failures of Bijur Pipes in the Experimental Department.31th Jul 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0071
Letter from Luvax Limited regarding a fault with valves and junction bodies, specifically stripped threads on a meter valve.31th Jul 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0072
Letter to Luvax Limited regarding dissatisfaction with meter valves and junction bodies, requesting a meeting.2nd Aug 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0073
Issues with chassis lubrication meter valves and testing of a petrol reserve warning light.10th Aug 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0074
Suggesting a larger float on the tank unit to improve the accuracy of petrol level readings.19th Sep 1938Box 141 \ 2  scan0075
Letter from Luvax Limited regarding the forwarding of 12 Meter Valves with a chamfer, following a visit from Mr. Pitt.22th Aug 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0076
Letter to Luvax Limited regarding the trial of modified meter valves and placing an order for them.4th Sep 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0077
Requesting an official order for Luvax meter valves for the chassis lubrication system.4th Sep 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0078
Stripped threads on Chassis Lubrication Meter Valves and a proposed modification to trial on a few chassis.4th Sep 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0079
Changes to the testing procedure for chassis lubrication meter valves.14th Sep 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0080
Method for checking chassis lubrication meter valves before fitting.14th Sep 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0081
Flow rates and timings for various types of chassis lubrication meter valves.24th Sep 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0082
Letter to Luvax Limited requesting flow information for chassis lubrication meter valves.25th Sep 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0083
Letter from Luvax Limited enclosing a blueprint for chassis lubrication meter valves with flow rate figures for different oils.26th Sep 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0084
Testing chart for a Luvax-Bijur central lubrication meter valve under specific pressure and temperature conditions.2nd Jan 1931Box 141 \ 2  scan0085
Various types of chassis lubrication meter valves, their flow rates, and timings.24th Sep 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0086
Standardisation of the Bijur centralised lubrication tank.5th Oct 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0087
Modification using a bought-out complete unit for the 'U' series chassis, avoiding works tool cost and scrap.28th Sep 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0088
Standardisation of parts for the Bijur centralised lubrication tank.5th Oct 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0089
Brief typed note regarding tool costs and production of the 'G' series chassis.25th Sep 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0090
Letter to Luvax Limited regarding alterations to Chassis Lubrication Pumps.5th Nov 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0091
Order for an oil pump cap from Messrs. Luvax.9th Nov 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0092
Letter from Luvax Limited regarding required modifications to Luvax-Bijur lubricating pumps to increase oil delivery.9th Nov 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0093
Letter to Luvax Limited regarding meter valves not being long enough to form an oil-tight joint, requesting a new sample.14th Nov 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0094
Letter from Joseph Lucas Limited regarding the cost of modifying chassis lubrication pumps.16th Nov 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0095
Performance of a trial centralised chassis lubrication system.17th Dec 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0096
Performance of a centralised chassis lubrication system.18th Dec 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0097
Observation report on a centralised chassis lubrication system.19th Dec 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0098
Letter to Luvax Limited requesting the supply of meter valves with a conical seating.22th Nov 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0099
Capacity of Luvax-Bijur lubricating pumps and the potential costs for modifications.22th Nov 1934Box 141 \ 2  scan0100
Letter to supplier Luvax Ltd. regarding an issue with missing air vents on Bijur Tank Filler Caps.19th Mar 1935Box 141 \ 2  scan0101
Letter from Luvax Limited regarding the omission of air vents in Luvax-Bijur tank filler cap rivets.20th Mar 1935Box 141 \ 2  scan0102
Letter to Luvax Ltd. regarding a modification to Luvax Bijur Pumps to prevent leakage.26th Mar 1935Box 141 \ 2  scan0103
Request to Luvax Ltd. for a blueprint of drawing No. 8000/140 concerning meter valves.29th May 1935Box 141 \ 2  scan0104
Luvax chassis lubrication modifications for the Spectre chassis.1st Jun 1935Box 141 \ 2  scan0105
Parts list for Lubrication Meter Valves on a Spectre Chassis.1st Jun 1936Box 141 \ 2  scan0106
Letter to a supplier requesting details on the manufacturing process of brass piping for chassis lubrication.26th Jun 1935Box 141 \ 2  scan0107
Order of meter valves from the Luvax Co.8th Jul 1935Box 141 \ 2  scan0108
Requesting the despatch of a failed Bentley part to Messrs. Luvax Ltd. for examination.6th Aug 1935Box 141 \ 2  scan0109
Letter to Luvax Ltd. regarding a fractured Bijur junction on a Bentley chassis, requesting suggestions for strengthening the part.6th Aug 1935Box 141 \ 2  scan0110
Urgent internal request to order meter valves from Luvax.9th Aug 1935Box 141 \ 2  scan0111
Letter from Luvax Limited regarding a missing broken junction piece and a change of material to hot brass stampings.9th Aug 1935Box 141 \ 2  scan0112
Recommendations for metering valves for the Spectre Chassis Lubrication scheme.30th Aug 1935Box 141 \ 2  scan0113
Table detailing the types, locations, and quantities of lubrication meter valves for the Spectre chassis.30th Aug 1935Box 141 \ 2  scan0114
Parts list table detailing components for the servo motor, steering, and suspension sections.2nd Sep 1935Box 141 \ 2  scan0115
Request to order ZS5 Meter Valves from the Luvax Co. for tests on the Spectre in France.2nd Sep 1935Box 141 \ 2  scan0116
Problems and complaints regarding spherical pipe unions compared to the older coned type.13th Sep 1935Box 141 \ 2  scan0117
The problems with coned unions and the benefits of olive type joints for pipes.13th Sep 1935Box 141 \ 2  scan0118
Issues with spherical pattern pipe unions and the disadvantages of conical types.14th Sep 1935Box 141 \ 2  scan0119
Requesting the Experimental Department's experience with B.S.P. pipe joints shown on Royal Aircraft Establishment drawings.16th Sep 1935Box 141 \ 2  scan0120
Difficulties experienced with spherical type pipe unions, specifically regarding oil tightness and reassembly.16th Sep 1935Box 141 \ 2  scan0121
Comparison of experiences with conical nipple and spherical union pipe types.17th Sep 1935Box 141 \ 2  scan0122
The performance and issues with Olive and Banjo type pipe joints.17th Sep 1935Box 141 \ 2  scan0123
Oil leak issues with spherical joint pipe unions on the Phantom engine and the successful trial of a conical type replacement.18th Sep 1935Box 141 \ 2  scan0124
Responding to a query about the performance and issues with spherical versus cone type pipe unions.23th Sep 1935Box 141 \ 2  scan0125
Internal request to order Z.500 Metering Valves from the Luvax Co. for a Phantom III chassis.19th Dec 1935Box 141 \ 2  scan0126
Letter from Ommanney & Co. regarding the 'Charlier' One-shot Lubricating System.2nd Mar 1936Box 141 \ 2  scan0127
Attaching a copy of a letter from Ommanney & Co., Ltd. regarding Charlier One-Shot System chassis lubrication.3rd Mar 1936Box 141 \ 2  scan0128
Requesting the cost for a No.1770 Tecalemit Oscillating Drive pump.5th Mar 1936Box 141 \ 2  scan0129
Request for the latest lubricant recommendations for the Phantom III chassis, including fluid for the DWS jacks.20th Apr 1936Box 141 \ 2  scan0130
Listing the recommended lubricants for the Phantom III model.21th Apr 1936Box 141 \ 2  scan0131
Request to manufacture a Phantom III main bore fulcrum pin and bijur pipe for testing.2nd Oct 1936Box 141 \ 2  scan0132
Improved lubrication scheme for the Bentley Chassis.6th Oct 1936Box 141 \ 2  scan0133
Replacement of leather washers with new synthetic 'Gaco' washers for oil fillers.6th Oct 1936Box 141 \ 2  scan0134
Requesting a test run of jointing washers on the test bench.6th Oct 1936Box 141 \ 2  scan0135
Letter from Arens Controls Limited regarding issues with a control unit and proposed modifications.23th Nov 1936Box 141 \ 2  scan0136
Letter to Arens Controls Ltd. regarding a Luvax lubrication junction and flexible control specifications.23th Nov 1936Box 141 \ 2  scan0137
The despatch of a Luvax 3-way junction piece to Arens Controls Ltd.23th Nov 1936Box 141 \ 2  scan0138
Letter to Arens Controls Ltd regarding a drawing and sample lubricator adaptor sent to their old address.24th Nov 1936Box 141 \ 2  scan0139
Request to the laboratory to analyse a sample of Motorine 'C' lubricating oil.19th Feb 1937Box 141 \ 2  scan0140
Chassis lubrication issues, particularly with rear spring shackles and bottom yoke bearings.9th Aug 1937Box 141 \ 2  scan0141
Excessive lubrication on the Bijur feed for Wraith rear shackles and a request to modify drawings.9th Aug 1937Box 141 \ 2  scan0142
Standardisation of Phantom III front suspension main fulcrum pins and Bijur pipe coil.2nd Jun 1937Box 141 \ 2  scan0143
Estimated cost of new tools for the Phantom III 'E' series chassis and production implementation details.31th May 1936Box 141 \ 2  scan0144
Preprint paper analysing automotive lubrication systems, presented to the Society of Automotive Engineers.31th May 1936Box 141 \ 2  scan0145
Engine lubrication systems, bearing pressures, and the effects of temperature on oil.31th May 1936Box 141 \ 2  scan0146
Technical analysis of engine oil supply failures, the effects of temperature, and lubrication properties.31th May 1936Box 141 \ 2  scan0147
Description of various engine lubrication systems, comparing automobile and aircraft designs.31th May 1936Box 141 \ 2  scan0148
Page describing the lubrication systems of Vee-type liquid-cooled and large radial air-cooled aircraft engines.31th May 1936Box 141 \ 2  scan0149
Discussion of engine lubrication and cooling system designs and their associated challenges.31th May 1936Box 141 \ 2  scan0150
Comparison of lubrication systems and oil sludge formation in automobile versus aircraft engines.31th May 1936Box 141 \ 2  scan0151
Engine oil temperature control, lubrication properties, and the effects of filters on oil life and mileage.31th May 1936Box 141 \ 2  scan0152


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