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The failure of a Nesthill tyre pump during testing.22th Oct 1929Box 149 \ 5  scan0131
Rectifying faulty points on a Nesthill tyre pump with the makers.29th Oct 1929Box 149 \ 5  scan0132
Listing complaints about a Nesthill Foot Pump and requesting communication with the manufacturer for rectification.29th Oct 1929Box 149 \ 5  scan0133
Comparison of the Kismet Junior tyre pump and tyre tester against the Nesthill Compact pump and Schrader gauge.22th Apr 1931Box 149 \ 5  scan0134
Test report and rejection of a Kinsman hand-operated tyre pump.11th Jun 1931Box 149 \ 5  scan0135
Stating disinterest in a hand pump from Kinsmans, expressing preference for a foot pump.22th Jul 1931Box 149 \ 5  scan0136
Sending a sample 'Nesthill' Venus Tyre Pump for a report and noting its price.25th Nov 1931Box 149 \ 5  scan0137
Sample Nesthill Venus Tyre Pump from Messrs. E.H. Hill, Ltd., its cost, and whether to keep or return it.1st Dec 1931Box 149 \ 5  scan0138
Rejecting the Nesthill Venus foot pump after testing found it inefficient and not well-made.1st Dec 1931Box 149 \ 5  scan0139
New Kinsman Hand Pump submitted for testing and outlining its advantages.14th Dec 1931Box 149 \ 5  scan0140
Comparison between a Kinsman hand-operated tyre pump and the standard Nesthill foot pump.16th Dec 1931Box 149 \ 5  scan0141
Acknowledging the receipt of comparative details for Kinsman hand pumps and Nesthill foot pumps.18th Dec 1931Box 149 \ 5  scan0142
Request to receive a sample 'Kinsman' hand pump for testing purposes against the existing foot pump.22th Dec 1931Box 149 \ 5  scan0143
Trial of a Kinsman hand tyre pump.28th Dec 1931Box 149 \ 5  scan0144
The merits of the Kinsman hand pump versus the Nesthill foot pump, deciding to continue with the latter.13th Jan 1932Box 149 \ 5  scan0145
Evaluation of a Kinsman hand-operated tyre pump and the decision to retain the current Nesthill foot pump.18th Jan 1932Box 149 \ 5  scan0146
The unsuitability of Garthbeck Foot Pumps after testing.15th Feb 1932Box 149 \ 5  scan0147
The evaluation and sourcing of a Kinsman hand tyre pump and jacks for the Peregrine.4th Nov 1932Box 149 \ 5  scan0148
Returning a sample double tyre pump, keeping the single pump, and ordering six more Mark 11 pumps for Peregrine experimental cars.29th Nov 1932Box 149 \ 5  scan0149
Comparison of specifications for the Kinsman Hand Operated Mark 11 Tyre Pump and the Nesthill Compact Pump.30th Nov 1932Box 149 \ 5  scan0150
Recommending a specific tyre pump and jack for the Bentley 3.5 Litre model.14th Jun 1933Box 149 \ 5  scan0151
Recommendations for the hand-operated tyre pump and jacks for the Bentley 3 1/2 litre model.14th Jun 1933Box 149 \ 5  scan0152
Provision and placement of the Bentley tyre pump and other tools.14th Oct 1933Box 149 \ 5  scan0153
Letter regarding the storage location and suggested quality improvements for the Bentley tyre pump.19th Oct 1933Box 149 \ 5  scan0154
Clarifying a misunderstanding about the storage location of the Bentley tyre pump.19th Oct 1933Box 149 \ 5  scan0155
Letter to a supplier regarding severe criticisms of the tyre pump's appearance and finish for the 3 1/2 litre Bentley car.19th Oct 1933Box 149 \ 5  scan0156
Letter from Kinsman Limited discussing design feedback and modifications for a pump.21th Oct 1933Box 149 \ 5  scan0157
Letter discussing design improvements for a handle and a foot grip, suggesting alternative materials and finishes.23th Oct 1933Box 149 \ 5  scan0158
The urgent production of four sets of Bentley jack pads for testing purposes.27th Oct 1933Box 149 \ 5  scan0159
Production of 50 sets of Bentley Rear Axle Jack Pads, N. Sch. 3823.18th Nov 1935Box 149 \ 5  scan0160
Inquiry requesting an update on the Bentley Tyre Pump accessory.2nd Nov 1933Box 149 \ 5  scan0161
Confirming that a sample improved Bentley tyre pump is being prepared by Messrs Kinsman for approval.3rd Nov 1933Box 149 \ 5  scan0162
Letter from Kinsman Limited regarding a delay in the delivery of twenty-five Kinsman Type Pumps.8th Nov 1933Box 149 \ 5  scan0163
Criticism of the hand-operated tyre pump for a Bentley, suggesting improvements.12th Nov 1933Box 149 \ 5  scan0164
Feedback and design suggestions for a batch of twenty-five pumps, focusing on the chromium plating and handle type.15th Nov 1933Box 149 \ 5  scan0165
Modifications, including chromium plating and special polishing, for Kinsman hand-operated tyre pumps.16th Nov 1933Box 149 \ 5  scan0166
Follow-up letter regarding the Bentley Tyre Pump.6th Dec 1933Box 149 \ 5  scan0167
Improved specifications for the Bentley Tyre Pump.7th Dec 1933Box 149 \ 5  scan0168
Design improvements and testing plans for a Bentley tyre pump.1st Jan 1934Box 149 \ 5  scan0169
Follow-up request for an opportunity to inspect an improved Bentley Tyre Pump.23th Jan 1934Box 149 \ 5  scan0170
Sample Bentley Tyre Pump received from Messrs. Kinsman.23th Jan 1934Box 149 \ 5  scan0171
Modified tyre pump for Bentley supplied by Messrs. Kinsman, Limited.22th Jan 1934Box 149 \ 5  scan0172
Letter from Kinsman, Limited, discussing modifications, materials, and costs for an experimental pump.17th Jan 1934Box 149 \ 5  scan0173
Follow-up communication regarding the availability of an improved Bentley Tyre Pump for inspection.23th Jan 1934Box 149 \ 5  scan0174
Cost and supply of Bentley Tyre Pumps from Messrs. Kinsman's.12th Feb 1934Box 149 \ 5  scan0175
Letter to Messrs. Kinsman Ltd. regarding the return of an experimental tyre pump for a Bentley chassis.13th Feb 1934Box 149 \ 5  scan0176
Brief internal memo chasing a reply regarding a Bentley Tyre Pump.9th Feb 1934Box 149 \ 5  scan0177
Letter from Kinsman Limited regarding a modified experimental pump.15th Feb 1934Box 149 \ 5  scan0178
Standardisation of an improved type Kinsman tyre pump.12th Feb 1934Box 149 \ 5  scan0179
Sample Bentley tyre pump and the approval of the 'Pollopas' handle for production.12th Jul 1934Box 149 \ 5  scan0180
Covering letter from Kinsman Limited enclosing another document for the attention of the Chief Buyer.14th Jan 1936Box 149 \ 5  scan0181
Copy of a letter from a customer inquiring about the availability and price of a pump seen on a Bentley.2nd Apr 1936Box 149 \ 5  scan0182
Proposal to use the Kinsman Mark II hand-operated tyre pump instead of the Nesthill No.9 foot-operated pump on various chassis.2nd Apr 1936Box 149 \ 5  scan0183
Use of a foot pump versus a hand pump, recommending the latter for the 20/25 model.8th Apr 1936Box 149 \ 5  scan0184
Comparative tests between the Kinsman (King Dick) and Abingdon tyre pumps.23th Mar 1937Box 149 \ 5  scan0185
Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. confirming the dispatch schedule for three pumps.16th Jul 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0001
Request for a detailed scheme to route the petrol pipe through the dash for the Phantom III.2nd Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0002
Correspondence with H.M. Hobson Components Ltd. providing feedback on a tested fuel gauge, with criticism about its scale length.2nd Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0003
Suggestion to modify the petrol tank strap for the Wraith and Bentley III models to prevent damage.3rd Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0004
The recurring issue of sticking petrol pumps and outlining modifications for existing and new units.3rd Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0005
Letter to the AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. requesting a cost estimate for AJ and T type pumps.3rd Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0006
Inspection points and common faults for a high-pressure S.U. petrol pump.3rd Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0007
Assembly and testing instructions for a pump unit, including details on setting contacts and test rig procedures.3rd Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0008
Potential leaks, delivery issues, and inspection procedures for components based on S.U. drawings.3rd Sep 1939Box 149 \ 6  scan0009
Letter from H.M. Hobson Components regarding a report on the Hobson K-S Electric Petrol Telegage and making a new gauge.4th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0010
Request to manufacture brass and phosphor bronze rollers of specific diameters for S.U. petrol pump development.8th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0011
Return of a repaired HP S.U. petrol pump to stock.8th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0012
Fitting pumps to the Wraith frame and deleting the A.C. mechanical pump.8th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0013
Request to S.U.Co.Ltd. for a complete set of drawings for a High Pressure double unit Petrol Pump.8th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0014
Letter to The Northern Rubber Co. requesting a sample of Neoprene tubing for testing as a flexible petrol pipe.9th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0015
Requesting an adaptor plate and push rod for a Large Type AC Petrol Pump to be fitted to a Wraith engine.8th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0016
Instruction to remove features for the mechanical petrol pump from the Wraith III engine crankcase and camshaft.9th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0017
Price quotation for various types of AC Petrol Pumps from AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd.9th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0018
Letter from AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. regarding a quotation for AJ and 'T' type petrol pumps.9th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0019
Letter from The Northern Rubber Co. Ltd. enclosing a sample of synthetic Neoprene rubber tubing.10th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0020
To HPS about a failure to take precautions regarding a restriction in a petrol tank feed pipe.13th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0021
Request to despatch two faulty petrol pumps to the S.U. Company for inspection.14th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0022
Letter to S.U. Company Ltd. detailing faults found in returned Bentley and HP petrol pumps.14th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0023
Correspondence to S.U. Company Ltd. regarding faults found in high-pressure pumps and required modifications.4th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0024
Requesting the return of a Bentley petrol pump to the S.U. Company for examination.15th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0025
Letter to The S.U. Company Ltd. regarding drawing No.1796 for an H. pump, requesting a reduction in the valve lift dimension.15th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0026
Letter to The S.U. Company Ltd. regarding alterations to HP pump drawings and a request for washers.15th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0027
Supply and procedure for fitting cap nuts on S.U. petrol pumps for Bentley and Phantom III models to prevent shavings.16th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0028
Letter to The Northern Rubber Company Ltd. requesting a further sample of armoured Neoprene tubing for chassis testing.17th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0029
Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. about a revised print for Part No. 1796A and sending impact washers.17th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0030
Letter from The S.U. Carburetter Co Ltd regarding tests on a new Neoprene diaphragm.17th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0031
Letter to The S.U. Company Ltd. regarding dimensional limits to reduce slack in a pump armature and roller assembly.18th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0032
Letter to S.U. Company Ltd. proposing changes to component limits and roller sizes to reduce assembly slack.18th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0033
Conclusions reached on the position and testing of high-pressure petrol pumps.21th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0034
Status of petrol pumps in service, on experimental cars, and future petrol feed systems.21th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0035
Instruction to fit a pump in the frame on chassis 33-EX.21th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0036
Stock check of petrol pumps and advising on future inspection procedures.23th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0037
Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. responding to issues with two returned pumps.21th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0038
Letter from The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. addressing quality control feedback on gauges, pumps, and valves.21th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0039
Continuation of a letter from The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding the rectification of two faulty pumps.23th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0040
Modification for petrol pump fuses on the Phantom III.23th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0041
Requesting the despatch of two petrol pumps to the S.U.Co. for the attention of Mr. Leslie Kent.24th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0042
Letter to The S.U. Co. regarding issues with returned pumps, specifically roller diameters and weak springs.24th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0043
Letter to Mr. Leslie Kent regarding component specifications, assembly tolerances, and requested design alterations.24th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0044
Letter from The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. concerning the assembly of a pump.24th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 6  scan0045


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