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Correction of a clerical error regarding the strength percentage of 'SS' shock dampers.22th Jan 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan058
Proposal for an improved lubrication scheme for the front axle control damper ball end.29th Jan 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan059
Improved lubrication scheme for the 'SS' Front Shock Damper.6th Feb 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan060
Design improvements for hydraulic shock dampers, including valve modifications and spring-loaded connecting links.15th Feb 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan061
Proposing a modification by drilling a hole in the valve of the 'SS' rear shock damper.1st Mar 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan062
Requesting to drill a 0.062' hole through the valve of the 'SS' rear shock damper.1st Mar 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan063
Telegram regarding car frame and suspension modifications.22th Mar 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan064
Issues with rear hydraulics and drilled high-pressure valves on 'SS' model cars following testing on French roads.26th Mar 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan065
Investigation into a modification made to '3S' rear dampers on cars sent to France.28th Mar 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan066
Instructions for adjusting low and high-pressure valves on hydraulic dampers for car 18-EX.6th Apr 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan067
Instructions for altering valve loadings on front hydraulic dampers by replacing washers.6th Apr 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan068
Instructions for modifying dampers by adding packing pieces and removing dynamic restrictions.1st Apr 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan069
Design principles and issues of shock dampers, such as leaks and knocking.1st Apr 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan070
Continued report on road test findings for a 20 HP car, detailing issues with dampers and a heavy Hooper body.9th Apr 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan071
Design issue where a conduit blocks access to the high-pressure valve on rear shock absorbers.9th Apr 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan072
Modification of 'SS' Hydraulic Dampers for 20 HP and SS models.9th Apr 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan073
Adjustments and performance testing of hydraulic dampers on various test cars.9th Apr 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan074
Methods for silencing 20 HP rear dampers, with diagrams illustrating load characteristics.9th Apr 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan075
Adjustments to hydraulic dampers, including sending parts and instructions for test cars.9th Apr 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan076
Report discussing methods for silencing 20 HP rear dampers, with graphs illustrating load characteristics.19th Apr 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan077
Design principles, performance issues, and testing of hydraulic dampers.19th Apr 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan078
Letter regarding the dispatch of a complete N.S. front shock absorber with a strengthened case.11th Apr 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan079
Fractured shock absorber casing, suggesting a design change and noting a related steering issue.11th Apr 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan080
Failure of a strengthened front shock absorber and proposing modifications.11th Apr 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan081
The provision for load adjustment on 'SS' Hydraulic Dampers.1st Apr 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan082
Recommendations for adjusting valve and damper spring loads using distance washers.1st Apr 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan083
Technical memorandum detailing specifications for front dampers, including valve cap depths and spring loads.1st Apr 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan084
Blueprint detailing valve cap dimensions for S.S. Hydraulic Dampers.13th Apr 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan085
Blank document page with a date stamp in the bottom right corner.13th Apr 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan086
Set of four graphs detailing the adjustment of S.S. damper loads for front and rear shock absorbers.19th Apr 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan087
Request for a valve spring for front and rear dampers with a 50% greater maximum load.19th Apr 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan088
Reporting that a rear shock absorber bracket is not strong enough and requires strengthening.25th Apr 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan089
Secret memorandum regarding scheme 2883 for the S.S. rear shock damper, detailing design changes.25th Apr 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan090
Strengthening of a bent rear shock damper bracket on the 'SS' rear axle.1st May 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan091
Request for details regarding tests on hydraulic shock absorbers.1st May 1939Box 16 \ 4  Scan092
Modifications to the front and rear dampers for 'SS' Chassis 'J2' Series, involving stronger valve springs and modified valve cover plugs.3rd May 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan093
Specifying the load requirements for front and rear dampers being built for car 21#-EX.9th May 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan094
Patented idea for automatically controlled shock dampers using an air spring.5th Sep 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan095
Secret memo regarding modifications to SS. Hydraulic Dampers to eliminate dynamic restrictions.14th May 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan096
Stronger valve springs for S.S. shock dampers.16th May 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan097
Letter from the American branch querying the UK branch about the geometry and twisting effects of front shock absorbers and axle control.13th Jun 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan098
Proposal concerning end movement in the spindle on the non-steering side to control axle torsion.1st Jun 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan099
On testing shock absorber valve springs, noting issues with supplied parts and suggesting new specifications.1st Jun 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan100
Test results for F.76548 springs used in S.S.+ rear shock dampers.1st Jun 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan101
Specifications for S.S. Rear Shock Damper springs, detailing compression lengths and pressure data.1st Jul 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan102
Shock absorber knocks and potential modifications to high-pressure valves on 20 HP and 40/50 HP models.1st Jul 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan103
Practice of drilling high pressure valves on shock dampers to resolve knocking issues.4th Jul 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan104
Standardisation of hydraulic dampers for the '3.S' model, including loading specifications and production recommendations.7th Aug 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan105
Laborious process of adjusting vehicle loads and proposing tools and adjusting washers for the 'S.S' suspension.7th Aug 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan106
Proposed depot testing lever for front hydraulic dampers.5th Jul 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan107
Blueprint for a testing tool for S.S. front dampers.23th Jul 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan108
Blueprint for a shock damper lever for load checking and suggestions for its production.12th Aug 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan109
Alterations to shock damper loads, including spring changes and dimensional adjustments.15th Aug 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan110
The modification and adjustable load settings for Phantom II hydraulic shock absorbers.1st Oct 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan111
Technical memo detailing adjustments to Phantom II suspension to address high-speed wobble.15th Oct 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan112
Listing recommended improved parts to be incorporated into the Phantom II production.15th Oct 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan113
Discussion document about potential modifications to the luggage grid, radiator filter, central lubrication, radiator shape, and shock absorbers.15th Oct 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan114
Issues with shock absorbers, wear, and load adjustments.5th Nov 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan115
Cover note for attached recommendations regarding increased poundage on shock absorbers.5th Nov 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan116
The procedure for increasing the poundage on rear shock absorbers for a trials car.13th Nov 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan117
Depot sheet concerning adjustments to Phantom II hydraulic shock absorbers.13th Nov 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan118
Instructions and recommendations for adjusting vehicle shock absorber loads and related components.18th Nov 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan119
Ongoing issues with knocking shock dampers and potential solutions.18th Nov 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan120
Request for a report on shock damper troubles, specifically knocking and wear, to aid in design improvements.29th Nov 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan121
The HP valve settings for Phantom 1 shock absorbers.2nd Dec 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan122
Production issues with the anchorage of front brake shoes and the location of the fulcrum.4th Dec 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan123
Schemes for shock damper strokes and damping levels.14th Dec 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan124
New schemes for the Phantom II shock dampers, specifically a new connecting rod design.13th Dec 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan125
Design of shock absorber shafts, comparing a Woodruff key and splined taper.7th Dec 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan126
Specifications for drilled shock damper valves, specifically hole diameters for 20 HP and Phantom models.10th Dec 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan127
Use and history of drilled shock absorber valves in hydraulic dampers.10th Dec 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan128
Use of drilled valves and dampers on Phantom I and II models to improve low-speed riding.10th Dec 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan129
Modifications and new specifications for Phantom II shock absorbers.12th Dec 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan130
New design proposal for shock dampers using small air vessels.13th Dec 1929Box 16 \ 4  Scan131
Improving lubrication for shock absorber connection ball ends by adding a groove.6th Feb 1930Box 16 \ 4  Scan132
Improving car suspension by cross-connecting hydraulic dampers to counter shimmy and pitching.10th Feb 1930Box 16 \ 4  Scan133
Request to obtain a pair of S.S. rear shock absorbers from Production for a bump test.24th Feb 1930Box 16 \ 4  Scan134
Torsional frame weakness, which prevents increased shock absorber damping and is related to radiator 'jellying'.24th Feb 1930Box 16 \ 4  Scan135
The detailing of schemes for fitting friction shock absorbers to an experimental S.S. car for testing.8th Mar 1930Box 16 \ 4  Scan136
Test report on an engine foot mounted shock damper, including load and deflection data.10th Mar 1930Box 16 \ 4  Scan137
The redesign of a cross shaft and damper as part of the crankcase.27th Mar 1930Box 16 \ 4  Scan138
Test report on radiator jellying, comparing the effects of different spring and shock absorber setups on steering and vehicle performance.27th Mar 1930Box 16 \ 4  Scan139
Page 2 of a report on body distortion and radiator 'jellying'.7th Apr 1930Box 16 \ 4  Scan140
Request for three specific parts required for testing as soon as possible.7th Apr 1930Box 16 \ 4  Scan141
Graphs showing ball pin loads versus adjusting washer thickness for Phantom II front and rear hydraulic shock dampers.5th May 1930Box 16 \ 4  Scan142
Complaint detailing design flaws in the shock dampers and central lubrication system for the Phantom II.5th May 1930Box 16 \ 4  Scan143
Modifications to an oiling system and the cause of complaints regarding seasickness due to insufficient damping.5th May 1930Box 16 \ 4  Scan144
Springs and damping for the Phantom II and 25 HP models, following experiences on American and European roads.14th May 1930Box 16 \ 4  Scan145
Proposals for modifications to shock dampers.10th May 1930Box 16 \ 4  Scan146
Schemes for front shock dampers and centralised lubrication for the Phantom II.11th May 1930Box 16 \ 4  Scan147
Modifications to the central lubrication system for front shock dampers.12th May 1930Box 16 \ 4  Scan148
Technical report discussing rear dampers, oil admixture, and axle movements.12th May 1930Box 16 \ 4  Scan149
Recommendations for resolving Phantom II steering complaints.13th Jun 1930Box 16 \ 4  Scan150
Technical note detailing adjustments for steering toe-in, poundage, and shock absorber issues.13th Jun 1930Box 16 \ 4  Scan151
Potential causes of poor steering, with a diagram for testing the cross-steering tube load.13th May 1930Box 16 \ 4  Scan152
Blueprint detailing tolerances and poundage required for a cross steering tube.13th May 1930Box 16 \ 4  Scan153
Pros and cons of using stiffer springs on Phantom II and 20 HP cars.14th May 1930Box 16 \ 4  Scan154
Analysis of customer complaints regarding low-speed dithering and high-speed pitching, primarily concerning Phantom models.14th May 1930Box 16 \ 4  Scan155
Vehicle suspension issues, including spring ratings, deflection, and steering complaints on the Phantom I.14th May 1930Box 16 \ 4  Scan156
Poor road holding at high speeds, mentioning suspension modifications for specific drivers and proposing new front suspension designs.14th May 1930Box 16 \ 4  Scan157


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