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Development and application of controllable shock dampers for various car models.4th Mar 1932Box 16 \ 5  Scan054
Challenges and potential solutions for driver-controlled and automatic shock dampers.7th Mar 1932Box 16 \ 5  Scan055
Outlining and comparing several different control schemes for dampers.8th Mar 1932Box 16 \ 5  Scan056
Development scheme for controllable shock dampers.8th Mar 1932Box 16 \ 5  Scan057
Vacuum operation scheme for a shock damper distant control.19th Mar 1932Box 16 \ 5  Scan058
Design and specifications of a rear shock damper with remote control.9th Mar 1932Box 16 \ 5  Scan059
Design modifications for the automatic damper control system on the P.2. S.M. gearbox.5th May 1932Box 16 \ 5  Scan060
Modifications to a governor sleeve, damper casing, and handbrake arrangement.14th Jun 1932Box 16 \ 5  Scan061
Schemes for shock dampers with automatic control and related modifications.14th Jun 1932Box 16 \ 5  Scan062
High cost and customer complaints related to hydraulic shock absorbers.13th Jul 1932Box 16 \ 5  Scan063
Parts changes for the governor control for shock dampers on the Phantom II chassis.10th Dec 1932Box 16 \ 5  Scan064
Request to produce one experimental boost valve and one relief valve for Phantom II shock dampers.17th Dec 1932Box 16 \ 5  Scan065
Implementation of new road spring dampers on the 40/50 HP chassis.19th Jan 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan066
Automatically controlled shock absorbers on a 19-EX car in France.2nd Feb 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan067
Tester's report on the general running, steering and suspension performance of a car.30th Jan 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan068
Confidential test report on Chassis 19-EX, evaluating the performance with new self-adjusting shock dampers.1st Feb 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan069
Driving impressions, focusing on suspension performance and handling, with comparisons to other marques.1st Feb 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan070
Providing feedback on a car's performance, focusing on braking issues, carburettor tuning, and a suggestion for more bracing.1st Feb 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan071
Specifications for J.111 type dampers for 40/50 & 25 HP production models.3rd Feb 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan072
The development, material ordering, and testing of shock dampers.4th Feb 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan073
Design of a hand control for dampers on the Phantom model.4th Mar 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan074
Introduction of improved shock dampers for the O.2 and 'Z' series chassis.6th Feb 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan075
Requesting a decision on introducing improved shock dampers to the 'O' series 40/50 and 'Z' series 20/25 chassis.30th Jan 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan076
Urgent improvements to the riding and steering on the 45HP model via more effective dampers.30th Jan 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan077
Parts and blueprints for the Phantom II chassis damper systems.6th Feb 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan078
Instrument board layout for the Phantom II, focusing on the Damper Over-riding Control.7th Feb 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan079
Parts and blueprints for a modified connecting tube end on a Phantom II chassis rear shock damper.7th Feb 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan080
Automatic shock damper control and specifying damping load requirements.8th Feb 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan081
The production specifications for 40/50 shock dampers.9th Feb 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan082
Modifications to the front and rear shock dampers for the Phantom II chassis, detailing part replacements.22th Feb 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan083
The testing and implementation of controllable shock dampers on various car models, including the Phantom II.24th Feb 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan084
Development, testing, and production of controllable shock dampers.27th Feb 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan085
Final arrangement of the automatic damper control's governor unit for SG's car and 25 HP models.3rd Mar 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan086
Modifications to levers for the Phantom II chassis front and rear dampers.8th Mar 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan087
Modifications to the front and rear damper levers for the Phantom II chassis.8th Mar 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan088
The design and installation of the Phantom Damper Hand Control.9th Mar 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan089
Standardisation of an engine low inertia damper with a strengthened friction plate.12th Aug 1932Box 16 \ 5  Scan090
Standardization of chassis parts to overcome failures of the friction plate.18th Aug 1932Box 16 \ 5  Scan091
Parts list and order request concerning shock dampers and fittings for a Phantom II chassis.29th Mar 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan092
Review of new type adjustable shock dampers, discussing their necessity and control systems for the Phantom II model.29th Mar 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan093
Report discussing the development, testing, and standardisation of shock dampers and governor controls for 25 HP and 27-WX car models.29th Mar 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan094
Reverting damper fixings and applying a controllable damper scheme from the Phantom II to the 25 HP model.5th Apr 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan095
Issue with slack in the front axle control of the 40/50 chassis and a suggested solution.5th Apr 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan096
Hydraulic control system for the Shock Damper Governor Unit 40/50 HP.10th Apr 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan097
Production settings for J.III type dampers.6th May 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan098
Standardisation of J.III type shock dampers and axle control.24th Feb 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan099
Standardisation of chassis parts form, detailing new part implementation, testing, and costs.27th May 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan100
Modifications to new type shock dampers for Phantom & 20/25 models to prevent oil leakage.21th Jun 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan101
Fitment of adjustable shock damping for the Continental Phantom II.28th Jun 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan102
Specifications and modifications for governor controlled shock dampers.30th Jun 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan103
Fitting of adjustable shock dampers to Continental Phantom II trial cars.4th Jul 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan104
Standardization of Tele-control adjustable shock absorbers for the Continental Phantom II.4th Jul 1935Box 16 \ 5  Scan105
Continued memorandum regarding the production of Phantom cars to accommodate automatic control.4th Jul 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan106
The production of parts for a P.II. Shock Damper Bellows Unit.12th Jul 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan107
Parts list and instructions for the Phantom II chassis shock damper valve.15th Jul 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan108
Parts list update specifying that two each of a plug for valve chamber, packing washer, and valve spring guide are not required.15th Jul 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan109
Instructions for fitting pressure piping for damper control on the Phantom II chassis.18th Jul 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan110
Fitting and procuring Andre Telecontrol shock absorbers for Continental Phantom II cars.18th Jul 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan111
Stock of Hartford shock absorbers and proposals for ride control schemes on the Continental Phantom II chassis.20th Jul 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan112
Policy and standardisation of fitting Telecontrol shock absorbers.28th Aug 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan113
Hand controllable shock absorbers for the Phantom II model.8th Sep 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan114
Changes to markings for the Phantom II hand controllable shock absorbers and carburettor controls.14th Sep 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan115
Modifications to hand controllable shock absorbers, the control rod for the extra cylinder oil cock, and carburetter mixture controls.12th Sep 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan116
Decision to fit automatically controlled dampers on the 40/50 HP chassis.26th Sep 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan117
Parts list for a governor control to dampers modification on a Phantom II chassis.30th Sep 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan118
Specification for a stronger spring for the connecting tube on a Phantom II chassis rear shock damper.4th Oct 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan119
Testing results and modifications for governor controlled shock dampers.12th Oct 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan120
Requirements and modifications for governor-controlled shock dampers on the 22-EX chassis.12th Oct 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan121
Requesting parts for the rear of chassis 22-EX, including a Phantom II Bumper and the latest dampers.12th Oct 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan122
Standardisation of Hartford Shock Absorbers with Tele-Control for the Continental Phantom II chassis.4th Jul 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan123
Standardisation of chassis parts.18th Oct 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan124
Urgent introduction of a hydraulic control system for springs on the 40/50 HP model.18th Oct 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan125
Proposal to fit Andre Tele-Control Shock Absorbers on the Continental Phantom II chassis.18th Oct 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan126
The performance of controllable shock dampers on car 22-EX.30th Oct 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan127
Steering and suspension performance, suggesting improvements to damping and spring setup.30th Oct 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan128
Modifications to Governor Controlled Dampers for the Phantom model.30th Oct 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan129
Providing feedback on a test run of car 22-EX to Rippons (Huddersfield), noting performance issues.1st Nov 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan130
Cost analysis for fitting governor control to shock dampers on 40/50-HP chassis.2nd Nov 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan131
Cost analysis memo for fitting governor control to shock dampers on 40/50-HP chassis.2nd Nov 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan132
The 4000-mile test of controllable shock dampers for a 22-EX chassis, detailing specifications and issues encountered.2nd Nov 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan133
Various vehicle issues observed at different mileages, including loose headlamps, oil loss, and noisy valves.2nd Nov 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan134
List of vehicle faults and proposed remedies from a test report, page 3.2nd Nov 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan135
Loose damper and a plan for testing bumpers under extreme loads.3rd Nov 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan136
The performance of controllable shock dampers on the 22-EX chassis.3rd Nov 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan137
Characteristics and use of over-riding control for the car's dampers.3rd Nov 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan138
Test report on the controllable shock dampers of car 104-MY (SG'S CAR).3rd Nov 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan139
Cost, testing, and standardization of controllable shock dampers.6th Nov 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan140
Test report detailing temperature measurements for a rear shock damper.8th Nov 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan141
Standardisation and production of controllable shock dampers for Phantom models.8th Nov 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan142
Shock damper temperature tests, comparing results with and without a shield.8th Nov 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan143
Test report for controlled dampers on chassis 22-EX.7th Nov 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan144
Vehicle inspection report detailing faults and observations on the engine, gearbox, clutch, steering, springing, dampers, and electrical system.8th Nov 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan145
Daily road test report for controlled dampers on chassis 22-EX.8th Nov 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan146
Performance evaluation report on various vehicle components, including the engine, gearbox, and brakes.9th Nov 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan147
Test report for controlled dampers on a vehicle.9th Nov 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan148
Vehicle performance and fault report across various components.9th Nov 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan149
Test report for controlled dampers on a specific chassis.9th Nov 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan150
Vehicle inspection report detailing the status of the engine, clutch, gearbox, brakes, and other chassis components.13th Nov 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan151
Test report for controlled dampers on chassis 22-EX.13th Nov 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan152
Vehicle performance and condition report covering the engine, clutch, gearbox, steering, dampers, and springing.10th Nov 1933Box 16 \ 5  Scan153


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