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Proposal for comparative testing of Phosphor Chrome liners against standard cylinder iron in a Wraith engine.11th Oct 1937Box 144 \ 3  scan0268
Response to a memo about increased bore wear and oil consumption, discussing Aerolite Pistons and 'L' section rings.12th Oct 1937Box 144 \ 3  scan0269
Technical note discussing piston ring performance, oil consumption, and blow-by, referencing specific ring arrangements.12th Oct 1937Box 144 \ 3  scan0270
Memo answering questions about oil consumption, power loss, and tests on various engine components.12th Oct 1937Box 144 \ 3  scan0271
Need for further comparative tests on various types of pistons for aero and other engines.12th Oct 1937Box 144 \ 3  scan0272
List of required tests and further information regarding engine components like tin plating, piston rings, and skirts.22th Oct 1937Box 144 \ 3  scan0273
Request to order six sets of material for the Wraith Chassis, listing required parts and drawing numbers.22th Oct 1937Box 144 \ 3  scan0274
Oil consumption figures for October for specific Trials Cars.4th Nov 1937Box 144 \ 3  scan0275
The oil consumption for car GAN 54, including mileage and pints of oil used.3rd Nov 1937Box 144 \ 3  scan0276
Log of oil consumption for car 3 AZ 38, detailing mileage and oil added.3rd Nov 1937Box 144 \ 3  scan0277
Record of oil consumption for car 3 CP 30, detailing oil added at various mileages.3rd Nov 1937Box 144 \ 3  scan0278
The oil consumption for car GWN 2.5th Nov 1937Box 144 \ 3  scan0279
Oil consumption figures for Trials Car B-119-JY for the month of October.9th Nov 1937Box 144 \ 3  scan0280
The oil consumption for car with registration B 119 JY.3rd Nov 1937Box 144 \ 3  scan0281
Oil pressure readings at various RPMs for Arctic Oil after a fast run from Towcester to Stratford.29th Nov 1937Box 144 \ 3  scan0282
The oil consumption for car B 39 JY during November.2nd Dec 1937Box 144 \ 3  scan0283
Log of oil consumption for car GAN 54, detailing mileage readings and quantities of oil added.2nd Dec 1937Box 144 \ 3  scan0284
The oil consumption for car B 39 JY for the month of October, detailing top-ups and mileage.2nd Dec 1937Box 144 \ 3  scan0285
Oil consumption for car B 2LS, including mileage and oil added.3rd Dec 1937Box 144 \ 3  scan0286
The oil consumption of car 3 CP 10, tracking mileage and oil additions.3rd Dec 1937Box 144 \ 3  scan0287
Note detailing a car's oil consumption and mileage for the month.4th Dec 1937Box 144 \ 3  scan0288
Oil consumption figures for several trials cars for the month of November.7th Dec 1937Box 144 \ 3  scan0289
Attaching figures for oil consumption on Trials Cars B-39-JY and B-2-LS.7th Dec 1937Box 144 \ 3  scan0290
Record of oil consumption for car B 4 LS, detailing mileage and oil top-ups.4th Jan 1938Box 144 \ 3  scan0291
The oil consumption for car 3 CP 10, detailing mileage, oil top-ups, and loan period.4th Jan 1938Box 144 \ 3  scan0292
Oil consumption for car 3 CP 30 during the month of November.4th Jan 1938Box 144 \ 3  scan0293
Oil consumption report for car 3 CP 30 for the month of December.5th Jan 1938Box 144 \ 3  scan0294
The oil consumption for Chassis No. GAN 54.5th Jan 1938Box 144 \ 3  scan0295
Oil consumption figures for various trials cars, with a handwritten query about PIII rings.7th Jan 1938Box 144 \ 3  scan0296
Oil consumption figures for Bentley Trials Cars Nos. B-2-LS and B-4-LS.7th Jan 1938Box 144 \ 3  scan0297
The oil consumption for car B 2 LS, detailing mileage and oil added.4th Jan 1938Box 144 \ 3  scan0298
The oil consumption for car B 2 LS, showing mileage and quarts of oil added.3rd Feb 1938Box 144 \ 3  scan0299
Oil consumption figures and extending the submission interval to three months.4th Feb 1938Box 144 \ 3  scan0300
Oil consumption figures for specific trials cars over a three-month period.4th May 1938Box 144 \ 3  scan0301
Record of oil consumption for car 3 CP 10 over a three-month period.3rd May 1938Box 144 \ 3  scan0302
Record of oil consumption for car 3 CP 30, tracking mileage and oil added over a three-month period.3rd May 1938Box 144 \ 3  scan0303
The oil consumption of car 3 CM 87 over a three-month period.3rd May 1938Box 144 \ 3  scan0304
The oil consumption for chassis GHO 50 over a three-month period.3rd May 1938Box 144 \ 3  scan0305
The oil consumption of car B 2 LS before and after engine work.9th Aug 1938Box 144 \ 3  scan0306
Oil consumption report for car B 4 LS, comparing an old engine with a newly fitted one.9th Aug 1938Box 144 \ 3  scan0307
Record of oil consumption for car 3 CP 30, listing mileage readings against oil top-ups over a three-month period.9th Aug 1938Box 144 \ 3  scan0308
Log of oil consumption for car 3 CM 87, tracking mileage and oil added over a three-month period.9th Aug 1938Box 144 \ 3  scan0309
Oil consumption for car GHO 50 over a three month period.9th Aug 1938Box 144 \ 3  scan0310
Oil consumption figures for B-2-LS and B-4-LS models.10th Aug 1938Box 144 \ 3  scan0311
Attaching oil consumption figures for specific trial cars up to the end of July.15th Aug 1938Box 144 \ 3  scan0312
Overhaul and fitting of engines to chassis B.2-LS and B.4-LS, including a comprehensive list of parts used.16th Aug 1938Box 144 \ 3  scan0313
Oil consumption for two chassis fitted with spare engines after servicing.10th Aug 1938Box 144 \ 3  scan0314
The necessity of continuing to send monthly petrol consumption figures.5th Nov 1938Box 144 \ 3  scan0315
To cease sending petrol consumption figures.8th Nov 1938Box 144 \ 3  scan0316
Oil consumption tests comparing different Aerolite pistons and rings on a 28.G.VI engine.17th Mar 1939Box 144 \ 3  scan0317
Oil consumption, air/oil temperatures, and average speed over three sets of test runs.17th Mar 1939Box 144 \ 3  scan0318
Engine oil consumption and 'blow-by' with comparisons between different piston ring types and valve stem designs.18th Mar 1939Box 144 \ 3  scan0319
Chevrolet oil consumption, throttle opening figures, and the status of chrome plating tackle.5th Mar 1940Box 144 \ 3  scan0320
Outlining the procedure for recording oil and petrol consumption on experimental cars.5th Mar 1940Box 144 \ 3  scan0321
Cross-reference note pointing to another file regarding petrol and oil consumption.30th Sep 1940Box 144 \ 3  scan0322
Engine specifications, testing procedures, and component rationalisation.9th Sep 1940Box 144 \ 3  scan0323
Outlining the procedure for oil tests on experimental cars.29th Oct 1940Box 144 \ 3  scan0324
Instructions for oil and filter element changes and oil sample testing procedures.29th Oct 1940Box 144 \ 3  scan0325
Petrol and oil consumption figures for various experimental cars and lorries.3rd Dec 1940Box 144 \ 3  scan0326
Table comparing engine component mileage and oil consumption related to connecting rod oil jet holes.3rd Dec 1940Box 144 \ 3  scan0327
The storage of a repaired Corniche body and the settlement of garage rent in France.3rd Jan 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0001
The disadvantages of the Rover automatic chassis lubrication system and the proposal for a new one.4th Jan 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0002
Analysing the reduction in car price through increased production quantity.8th Jan 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0003
Cost analysis for producing fully pressed steel bodies with Park Ward.15th Jan 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0004
Potential cost reductions in car body construction through increased production volumes and comparing manufacturing methods.15th Jan 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0005
Requesting a refund for electricity and telephone charges for the Evacuation Squash Court at Park Leys.23th Jan 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0006
Justification for machines required at the Clan Foundry based on average weekly machine hours.26th Jan 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0007
Gear cutting problems and the need for dedicated machine tools for the Experimental Department.26th Jan 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0008
List of proposed machines with quantities and specifications for the Clan Foundry.1st Feb 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0009
Announcing the second Research Conference.1st Feb 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0010
Typed memo calling for a conference to discuss Aero Research Problems.1st Feb 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0011
Noting the cancellation of a previous document reference.2nd Feb 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0012
Requesting feedback on the performance and maintenance requirements of a 10 HP Rover car.7th Feb 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0013
Secret memorandum comparing the factory costs and selling prices for B.11 and B.V. car bodies.12th Feb 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0014
Analyzing cost savings on body production, focusing on the economics of using tools.12th Feb 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0015
Cost analysis discussing economies of scale for the B.V. car body and the target for an £800 car.12th Feb 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0016
Production costs, materials, and quality targets for B.V. car bodies.12th Feb 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0017
Need for additional staff for a project, referencing a Mr. Ward and a Mr. Green.12th Feb 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0018
Hiring of a Mr. Bastow for rig testing chassis component parts.13th Feb 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0019
Agenda for a Chassis Design Conference discussing pre-war rationalisation and various car models.21th Feb 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0020
Minutes of a chassis conference discussing a Rover car, the 'Myth' design, and body costs.21th Feb 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0021
Anticipated cost reductions for a car body and discussing the procedure for a £150 body.21th Feb 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0022
Meeting notes on project staffing, M. Paulin's design work for 'Myth' and 'Corniche' bodies, and scheduling future chassis conferences.21th Feb 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0023
Observations at Cadillac regarding equipment for the Allison engine and its implications for manufacturing at Crewe.22th Feb 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0024
Typed memo discussing the minutes of a meeting at Park Ward's and the recruitment of staff for a body project.1st Mar 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0025
Minutes of a meeting at Park Ward's to discuss large quantity production and a rationalised car body range.28th Feb 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0026
Personnel location, hardware supply for Bentley and H.V. bodies, and the design of a MYTH body.28th Feb 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0027
Meeting notes on B.V. body and chassis production, supplier pricing, and heaters for the US market.28th Feb 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0028
High price of drop forgings and the possibility of setting up in-house forging equipment.1st Mar 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0029
Requesting approval to purchase a Radio Analyser Instrument for £15/15/- to address inefficient car radios.1st Mar 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0030
The minutes of a meeting, interviewing a Mr. Hewitt for a body project, and the need for more draughtsmen.1st Mar 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0031
Proposal to fit an open lorry body onto a derelict car frame for transporting parts.4th Mar 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0032
The arrival of an individual in Derby following a telegram.5th Mar 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0033
The required tonnage of various alloy steels for the production of Merlin engines.7th Mar 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0034
Cost analysis and comparison of steel ingots and billets for different nickel alloy specifications.7th Mar 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0035
Price list for various specifications of round and square steel billets by size, from Samuel Fox & Co.1st Mar 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0036
Summary of the cost of alloy steel for a Merlin engine.7th Mar 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0037
Person named Bull declining a job as a gardener.7th Mar 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0038
Short memo confirming the availability of the Cresta.11th Mar 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0039
Difficulties in obtaining materials for chassis experimental work due to government regulations.14th Mar 1940Box 144 \ 4  scan0040


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