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Cost implications and manufacturing challenges of Phantom II square tube radiators.24th Mar 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan244
Single point radiator suspension for the 10,000 mile car and its future application.24th Mar 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan245
Test report on 'radiator jellying', comparing steering and ride harshness with different front spring stiffness on EX chassis models.27th Mar 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan246
Body distortion caused by radiator 'jellying' and the effect of torque reaction dampers.27th Mar 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan247
Proposed adaptations to a single point radiator suspension for an experiment.27th Mar 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan248
Modified radiator mounting scheme to fix a 'jellying' issue.1st Apr 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan249
'radiator jellying' issue and the plan to send car 1-WJ for a fix.2nd Apr 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan250
Analysis of the Smith's Calorstat for operating Phantom II radiator shutters, including effort calculations and comparison with a Sylphon thermostat.3rd Apr 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan251
The force required to operate shutters, comparing two instruments and noting insufficient effort without a return spring.3rd Apr 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan252
Graph showing the effort available from a Smith's Calorstat for PII radiator shutters against temperature.3rd Apr 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan253
Page stamped by the Print Room in Derby.3rd Apr 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan254
Testing wider 'Dermatine' washers for Phantom II radiator caps, recommending the modification for production.3rd Apr 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan255
Unsatisfactory rubber rings in Phantom II radiator caps and the testing of new 'Dermatine' rings.4th Apr 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan256
The cancellation and alteration of Phantom II Radiator filler caps.11th Apr 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan257
Standardisation of nickel coated copper cylinder head tubes.24th Mar 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan258
Failure to cure 'Radiator Jellying' on car 1-WJ and requesting to keep the vehicle for further testing.23th Apr 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan259
10,000-mile test of a special gauze radiator filter designed to address radiator troubles.28th Apr 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan260
Request to obtain two types of springs for radiator mounting with detailed specifications.23th Apr 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan261
Sample of foreign matter taken from the filter of engine 23-EX, questioning if it's related to new galvanised cylinders.30th Apr 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan262
Typed letter to G.W. Hancock in France regarding a car's overheating problem and a potential axle leak.30th Apr 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan263
Continued discussion on resolving an axle oil leak with a vented plug on car 24-EX.30th Apr 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan264
The design and operation of thermostat-controlled radiator shutters.30th Apr 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan265
Modifications to the Phantom II radiator suspension system, including the mounting and springs.30th Apr 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan266
Testing parameters and operating temperatures for car shutter thermostats.1st May 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan267
The cooling performance of the 23-EX radiator, with comparisons to other models and plans for further testing.5th May 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan268
Continued page discussing car cooling performance based on recorded air and water temperatures.5th May 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan269
Solutions for radiator vibration ('jellying'), dampers, frame torsion, and universal rubber body mounting.5th May 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan270
List of methods for insulating the power unit, body, and passengers from the vehicle frame.5th May 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan271
Scheme for a centre point radiator mounting, with a request to produce four sets for testing.6th May 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan272
Use of a double spring versus a single spring for single-point radiator suspension.7th May 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan273
Specifications and load calculations for centre point radiator mounting springs.6th May 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan274
Provisional patent for a radiator mounting design on the 40/50 HP model.19th May 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan275
Modification of a double-acting thermostat for radiator shutters, including specific design notes and requests.24th May 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan276
Modifications to the Phantom II L.H. Chassis, including filters, shutters, ignition, and radiator support.26th May 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan277
Radiator support schemes for the L.H. Phantom and N. 2 series chassis.12th Jun 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan278
Reverting the activation temperature of the radiator thermometer's red warning light back to 97°C.16th Jun 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan279
The Brooklands tests of the Phantom II cooling system in June 1930.25th Jun 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan280
Analysis of engine cooling improvements through various bonnet and undershield ventilation configurations.25th Jun 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan281
Vehicle cooling systems, including bonnets, radiators, and oil temperature, for operation in hot climates.25th Jun 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan282
Car performance testing, detailing issues with oil temperature, ignition, fuel supply, and lap speeds.25th Jun 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan283
Performance tests and issues with experimental car models, specifically focusing on slow speed and overheating.25th Jun 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan284
Report page detailing tests on fan belt tension, water circulation, and the American Phantom II.25th Jun 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan285
Summary of development issues and potential improvements for the Phantom II's cooling system, including bonnet ventilation, fan, and radiator.25th Jun 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan286
The necessity of ventilated and louvred bonnets for cars used at high speeds on the Continent and English roads.25th Jun 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan287
Graph plotting top water, bottom water, and oil temperatures against miles run under specific test conditions.2nd Jul 1938Box 15 \ 1  Scan288
Blank document with a Print Room stamp from Derby.2nd Jul 1938Box 15 \ 1  Scan289
Graph comparing ambient temperatures that cause overheating in a Standard PII Cabriolet with various ventilation configurations.2nd Jul 1938Box 15 \ 1  Scan290
Graph plotting top and bottom engine water temperatures against various bonnet, shutter, and fan configurations.2nd Jul 1938Box 15 \ 1  Scan291
Graph IV showing Oil and Top Water temperatures versus miles run under varying car conditions.2nd Jul 1938Box 15 \ 1  Scan292
Bar chart comparing critical atmospheric temperatures for a spring tensioned fan versus a positively tensioned fan belt at 62 M.P.H.2nd Jul 1938Box 15 \ 1  Scan293
Graph comparing top water temperature over distance for two experimental setups, 18 E.X. and 19 E.X.2nd Jul 1938Box 15 \ 1  Scan294
Blueprint showing a modification to the front undershield to improve the cooling system.2nd Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan295
Mostly blank document page with a purple ink stamp from the print room.2nd Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan296
Request to fit a radiator matrix from a 24-EX model into a different radiator for testing on a 19-EX model.26th Jun 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan297
Recommendations to resolve an overheating issue on car 117-WJ by adjusting the Phantom II fan belt and removing the front undershield.27th Jun 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan298
Summary of circulation test results for the Phantom II engine, detailing findings from six different data curves.1st Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan299
Two graphs comparing engine coolant flow rates against RPM for different venturi and radiator outlet configurations.1st Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan300
Stamped document from the Print Room.1st Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan301
Two graphs comparing left-hand and right-hand engine delivery, and venturi versus actual quantity measurements.1st Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan302
Water circulation test graphs for PII, comparing pump delivery against water temperature for different radiator configurations.1st Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan303
Heavily faded document with an illegible main body and a purple ink stamp from the Test Room.1st Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan304
Modifications for increased cooling on 25 HP & 45 HP models, comparing shutters, louvres, and radiator designs.4th Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan305
Modifications to the thermostatically operated shutters for the 25 HP model, specifically regarding the thermostat levers.5th Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan306
Note on the simplification of the automatic radiator control for parts interchangeability between 25HP and 45HP models.8th Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan307
Second report on Brooklands radiator tests, detailing issues with the autovac fuel supply system.9th Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan308
Investigation into high-temperature effects on air intake, vacuum pump efficiency, and fuel supply.9th Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan309
The cooling system fan belt and mixture strength performance.9th Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan310
Resolving pre-ignition and over-heating issues, with comparisons of radiator matrices and bottom outlets.9th Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan311
Vehicle cooling system circulation and water temperature tests at various speeds.9th Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan312
Car overheating issues, discussing the effects of wind, fan performance, and temperature readings.9th Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan313
Recommendations for improvements to the fan belt, autovac, bonnet shutters, radiator, and fuel system.9th Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan314
Two graphs analysing the effects of fan type, vehicle speed and radiator ventilation on cooling system water temperatures.2nd Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan315
Blank document page with a purple date stamp in the bottom right corner.12th Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan316
Study containing graphs and diagrams on the effect of water circulation on engine overheating.2nd Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan317
Graph plotting top and bottom water temperatures against seven different engine cooling configurations during a test at Brooklands.2nd Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan318
Graph showing the effect of water temperature on the complete car circulation system at a constant engine speed.12th Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan319
Blank document page with a purple ink date stamp from Derby.12th Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan320
Cooling tests on 25 HP and 40/50 HP engines, focusing on radiator tube design and airflow.1st Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan321
On-track testing of a square tube radiator against other cars.1st Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan322
Water loss from a radiator due to top tank size reduction and potential solutions.14th Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan323
Trial of parts to reduce radiator 'jellying' and the replacement of worn pump components.14th Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan324
Radiator tube size, petrol mixture, and engine cooling for car work.14th Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan325
Recurring water loss issues on the 24-EX model during a 10,000-mile test in France.17th Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan326
Production timelines for the N.2 series chassis and a 'jellying' issue with the single point suspension radiator.18th Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan327
Investigation into the cause of water loss from the new radiator on the 25-EX model.22th Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan328
Diagnosing and resolving radiator water loss due to splashing and pitching.22th Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan329
Continuation page of a letter advising that a radiator baffle cannot be fitted without dismantling the top tank.22th Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan330
Radiator water loss on car 24-EX, comparing it to a similar issue on car 23-EX.22th Jul 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan331
Depot sheet outlining procedures for diagnosing and fixing issues related to the overheating of cooling water.1st Aug 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan332
Troubleshooting and maintenance procedures for the engine cooling system, focusing on fan belts and water pump issues.1st Mar 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan333
Guide on diagnosing and rectifying engine overheating issues, covering bonnet ventilation, mixture strength, and the use of a cut-out.1st Aug 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan334
Guidance on vehicle overheating, the function of the red warning light, and radiator shutter operation.16th Aug 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan335
Blueprint detailing a modification to the left-hand Phase II radiator top tank, including a change to its capacity.16th Aug 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan336
Alteration of Phantom II radiator thermometers to address over-heating problems.26th Aug 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan337
Standardisation of a single point radiator mounting to prevent movement.3rd Jun 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan338
Scheme for a discharge nozzle and spring-loaded valve to prevent water loss from a new radiator.31th Aug 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan339
Causes and potential solutions for radiator water loss on the Phantom II model.31th Aug 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan340
Technical discussion on the design and effectiveness of square tube radiators and bonnet ventilation.31th Aug 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan341
Poor design of bonnet locks and the high cost and unsatisfactory nature of vertical louvres.31th Aug 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan342
On radiator shutter friction, arguing against using a closing spring and suggesting design modifications to the lower bearing instead.31th Aug 1930Box 15 \ 1  Scan343


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