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Confirming a meeting to discuss faults with S.U. chassis petrol pumps.11th Aug 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0271
Letter from The S.U. Company reporting on the results of pump testing.14th Aug 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0272
Letter from the S.U. Company regarding the design and supply of carburettor float chambers and slow running systems.15th May 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0273
Letter from The S.U. Company regarding the identification markings on Bentley pumps.14th Aug 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0274
Continuation sheet from THE S.U. COMPANY listing instructions for modifications.14th Aug 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0275
Instructions for identifying S.U. Petrol Pumps with obsolete diaphragms.14th Aug 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0276
Letter to The S.U. Company Ltd. regarding the failure and inspection of several pumps.17th Aug 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0277
Page 2 of a letter requesting a dozen German type diaphragms.18th Aug 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0278
Letter from The S.U. Company regarding a pump issue and enclosing diagrams.18th Aug 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0279
Request to manufacture a bracket for a petrol pump to be fitted to 35-EX.18th Aug 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0280
Letter to The S.U. Company Ltd. urging the delivery of high lift pumps for a test car and seeking comment on a buffer suggestion.20th Aug 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0281
Letter from The S.U. Company regarding tests on an experimental pump and carburetter modifications.21th Aug 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0282
Continuation letter from The S.U. Company requesting production suggestions.28th Aug 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0283
Complaints about petrol pump failures on Bentley vehicles.28th Aug 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0284
Letter to The S.U. Company Ltd. regarding customer complaints and requesting more rigid inspection for pumps.31th Aug 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0285
Letter from The S.U. Company regarding issues with pumps, diaphragms and inspection procedures.1st Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0286
Letter to The S.U. Company Ltd. about pump performance, diaphragm shrinkage, and further testing.1st Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0287
Correspondence from The S.U. Company regarding testing of pumps, cushion springs, and supply of impact washers.2nd Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0288
Continuation of a letter from The S.U. Company regarding material corrosion and the supply and testing of various parts.3rd Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0289
The replacement of leaking Bakelite valves with brass valves and addressing noisy pumps.3rd Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0290
Modified clips for S.U. petrol pumps and the receipt of associated spring retainers.4th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0291
Letter from the S.U. Company to Mr. Royce regarding the failure of pumps due to bakelite valves jamming.2nd Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0292
Telegram regarding the arrival of car bodies in Birmingham.4th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0293
Letter to The S.U. Company Ltd. regarding the despatch and specifications of pump bodies.4th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0294
Letter from The S.U. Company regarding a drawing request.7th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0295
Letter to The S.U. Company Ltd. regarding a misunderstanding over drawings and a request for two pumps.8th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0296
Complaints and failures of S.U. Petrol Pumps, focusing on diaphragm issues.10th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0297
Pump diaphragm material issues and complaints regarding noisy pumps.10th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0298
Alterations to pump components, including valves and diaphragms, to improve performance and reduce noise.10th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0299
Letter from The S.U. Company regarding noisy petrol pumps caused by air leaks from aluminium washers.10th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0300
Letter to The S.U. Company Ltd. concerning the trial of aluminium washers for petrol pumps.11th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0301
Letter from The S.U. Company concerning the development and testing of experimental high-pressure pumps.12th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0302
Continuation letter from The S.U. Company discussing pump modifications and experimental results.12th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0303
Continuation of a letter from The S.U. Company regarding experiments on an armature for a Bentley.12th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0304
Specifications and test results for a High Lift S.U. Petrol Pump to be fitted to model 35-EX.12th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0305
Letter to The S.U. Company Ltd. regarding modifications and testing of fuel pumps.12th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0306
Letter to The S.U. Company Ltd. regarding difficulties with an impact washer and high lift pump.14th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0307
Letter discussing pump modifications for silence and performance, including diaphragm materials and stroke length.14th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0308
Letter to The S.U. Company regarding the diaphragm material for petrol pumps.14th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0309
Questioning the decision to reject a material recommendation for S.U. Petrol Pumps.14th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0310
Letter from The S.U. Company regarding the effect of alcohol fuel on G.3 diaphragms and a planned test on a Bentley.15th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0311
Letter to Mr. Skinner regarding a leaking 'G' type diaphragm on a 6 cyl. Singer, and the potential effect of 'Discol' fuel.15th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0312
Report on the petrol pump position, recommending the immediate introduction of S.U. G.2 type material.15th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0313
Letter from The S.U. Company enclosing copies of correspondence with Major General C.E.E. Curtoys.15th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0314
Customer complaint letter regarding a faulty petrol pump on a new 3.5 Litre Bentley.3rd Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0315
Letter from The S.U. Company to a customer regarding troubleshooting a faulty pump and engine issues.3rd Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0316
Copy of a customer letter regarding a pump issue and performance problems with a 3.5 Litre Bentley 1936.4th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0317
Letter from The S.U. Company to Major Gen. C.E.E. Curtoys regarding a delay in sending a Bentley pump.5th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0318
Copy of a letter from a customer regarding a returned pump and incorrect plugs.11th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0319
Copy of a letter sent from The S.U. Company to Major C.E.E. Curtoys confirming a car issue has been located.15th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0320
Letter to The S.U. Company regarding the diaphragm material for petrol pumps, cancelling a previous instruction.15th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0321
Short memo confirming a telephone conversation regarding action to be taken on petrol pumps.16th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0322
Issues with S.U. petrol pump diaphragm materials, including shrinkage and reactions to alcohol fuels.16th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0323
Conversation about fuel types, specifically Discol, used in a 4¼-litre Bentley to avoid misfiring issues.17th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0324
The delayed changeover to G-3 Zinc Base diaphragms for the S.U. petrol pump due to material supply issues.17th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0325
Changeover to C-3 zinc base diaphragms for the S.U. petrol pump.17th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0326
Letter to S.U. Company Ltd. regarding a delayed Bentley pump and requesting more G-3 diaphragms due to stiffness issues.18th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0327
Material changes and the insistence on a 15,000-mile test for S.U. petrol pumps before standardisation.19th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0328
Issues with petrol pump diaphragms when using Cleveland Discol fuel and a renewed interest in it due to problems with Ethyl.19th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0329
Typed memo regarding a discussion with S.U. about petrol pump diaphragms for the Phantom III model.21th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0330
Letter to The S.U. Company Ltd. concerning the incorrect delivery of 'Seaweed Base Diaphragm assemblies' instead of the requested 'G.2' assemblies.23th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0331
Letter from a supplier regarding pump trouble, specifically buzzing due to bent blades on 30 HP cars.29th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0332
Receipt of G.3 Diaphragms for Petrol Pumps from the S.U. Company.30th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0333
Practice of bending contact support blades on pumps from the S.U. Company.30th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0334
Letter to The S.U. Company Ltd. concerning pumps with bent blades and blade supports, and enquiring about quietened pumps.30th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 1  scan0335
Test results for a pump's performance at varying RPMs, pressures, and oil temperatures.30th Jun 1919Box 149 \ 2  scan0001
Extract detailing the assembly of 'E' section parts for chassis 1. EX.30th Jun 1919Box 149 \ 2  scan0002
Modifying oil pumps to reduce noise, discussing recesses and gear tooth obliquity.26th Aug 1919Box 149 \ 2  scan0003
The design of oil pumps, specifically their gear obliquity and history of no noise complaints.29th Aug 1919Box 149 \ 2  scan0004
Forwarding a query about the 40/50 chassis oil sump pipe for further review.23th May 1921Box 149 \ 2  scan0005
Letter from C. de Salamanca to CJ. London regarding a design fault with the unprotected sump pipe.10th May 1921Box 149 \ 2  scan0006
Extract from a report on oil pump noise issues for cars intended for America.6th Jul 1921Box 149 \ 2  scan0007
Extract regarding a suggestion to use skew gears for oil pumps on cars for America.1st Jul 1921Box 149 \ 2  scan0008
The decision not to test the Cliffords oil pump and to return it.20th Jul 1921Box 149 \ 2  scan0009
Standardisation of chassis parts concerning the improvement of the oil pump cover design.24th Sep 1923Box 149 \ 2  scan0010
Follow-up memo regarding the testing status of pumps manufactured by Mr. E. Feuerheerd.2nd Nov 1927Box 149 \ 2  scan0011
Covering memo forwarding a letter and enclosure from Mr. E. Feuerheerd regarding his pump.5th Nov 1927Box 149 \ 2  scan0012
Letter to E. Feuerheerd concerning a pump report from the Daimler Company and a request for an extension.5th Nov 1927Box 149 \ 2  scan0013
Letter from James A. Malcolm enclosing a Daimler report on his lubricating pump and inquiring about test results.4th Nov 1927Box 149 \ 2  scan0014
40/50 Oil Pump tests, with comparison data for a Feuerheerd pump.22th Dec 1927Box 149 \ 2  scan0015
Comparison test report of a Feuerheerd pump against a Daimler type gear pump, carried out by Daimler.26th Oct 1927Box 149 \ 2  scan0016
Test results for a Feuerheerd oil pump at various RPMs and pressures.19th Dec 1927Box 149 \ 2  scan0017
Request for a progress update on pumps supplied for Mr. Feuerheerd.6th Dec 1927Box 149 \ 2  scan0018
Requesting an extension of one week to complete testing on Mr. Feuerheerd's pump.9th Dec 1927Box 149 \ 2  scan0019
Test report comparing a Feuerheerd oil pump against a standard RR gear pump.12th Dec 1927Box 149 \ 2  scan0020
Page 2 of a report comparing the performance and weight of an RR pump versus a Feuerheerd pump.22th Dec 1927Box 149 \ 2  scan0021
Blueprint diagram of a Feuerheerd oil pump.22th Dec 1927Box 149 \ 2  scan0022
Letter from Stothert & Pitt Ltd inquiring about trials on a rotary displacement pump.15th Oct 1928Box 149 \ 2  scan0023
Follow-up letter from Stothert & Pitt Ltd regarding proposed trials for a small rotary displacement pump.8th Nov 1928Box 149 \ 2  scan0024
Follow-up letter from Stothert & Pitt Ltd concerning a Rotary Displacement pump sent for examination.7th Dec 1926Box 149 \ 2  scan0025
Information regarding a Rotary Displacement pump from Messrs. Stothert & Pitt Ltd.12th Dec 1928Box 149 \ 2  scan0026
The testing of a Stothert & Pitt patent rotary pump for oil pumping in car engines.17th Dec 1928Box 149 \ 2  scan0027
Recommending a modification to address seizing and scoring of 'SS' engine oil pump bearings.1st Jan 1929Box 149 \ 2  scan0028
Modification to Oil Pump Gears, specifically showing oil holes, for Super-Sports models.12th Nov 1928Box 149 \ 2  scan0029
Oil pressure characteristics and issues with the S.S. relief valve.12th Sep 1929Box 149 \ 2  scan0030
Graph plotting S.S. Oil Pressures against engine RPM for various valve and spring configurations.30th Aug 1929Box 149 \ 2  scan0031
Letter from Stothert & Pitt regarding the trial and specifications of a rotary displacement pump.18th Jun 1930Box 149 \ 2  scan0032
Letter to Messrs. Stothert & Pitt, Ltd. regarding unsatisfactory test results of a lent pump.5th Sep 1930Box 149 \ 2  scan0033
Letter from Stothert & Pitt Ltd. regarding the performance of a rotary displacement pump and offering another for testing.8th Sep 1930Box 149 \ 2  scan0034
Investigation into oil pump troubles and the solution of fitting a reservoir on the suction side to cure noise and inefficiency.14th Jan 1931Box 149 \ 2  scan0035


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