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Alteration instructions for the main throttle closing spring on a 40/50 chassis.16th Dec 1922Box 183 \ M22  img173
Exhaust valve failures and requesting tests on different seat angles and clearances.27th Dec 1922Box 183 \ M22  img174
Causes of burnt valves in Goshawk engines and potential solutions.29th Dec 1932Box 183 \ M22  img175
Practice of pinning piston rings and referencing the Hawk engine.11th Aug 1930Box 183 \ M22  img176
Reducing torque reaction vibration on the 40/50 HP chassis.1st Oct 1923Box 183 \ M22  img177
From 'E' to 'Hs' relaying a request from Mr. Royce for distance tubes for a rigid feet experiment on car 6.EX.27th Sep 1923Box 183 \ M22  img178
Urgent dispatch of parts for a torque reaction experiment on the 6.EX car.29th Sep 1923Box 183 \ M22  img179
The tractive resistance of a car and the expected increase in speed from an increase in power.1st Feb 1924Box 183 \ M22  img180
Comparing the riding and springing characteristics of car models 1 EX and 6 EX.29th Aug 1920Box 183 \ M22  img181
Comparison of two experimental cars (1 EX and 6 EX) with different back axle ratios, focusing on fuel consumption and performance.23th Aug 1920Box 183 \ M22  img182
Comparison of steering performance between two experimental cars, 1 EX and 6 EX, noting stability and handling on crowned roads.23th Aug 1920Box 183 \ M22  img183
Comparing a 1 EX starter with a 6 EX starter, noting increased noise and suggesting improvements.24th Aug 1920Box 183 \ M22  img184
Comparing the ignition systems of cars 1 EX and 6 EX, noting differences in timing and potential impact on petrol consumption.24th Aug 1920Box 183 \ M22  img185
Complaint about the falling standards of work and finish on chassis 6 EX compared with 1 EX.25th Aug 1920Box 183 \ M22  img186
The difficulty of pressurizing the fuel tank due to a misaligned priming cock or defective piping.23th Aug 1920Box 183 \ M22  img187
The deterioration of workmanship, poor engine compression, and dynamo belt tension issues on a car.1st Sep 1920Box 183 \ M22  img188
Dynamo suspension clip fault and an investigation into a knock in the transmission.30th Aug 1920Box 183 \ M22  img189
Cause of knocks in lower gears and potential solutions involving couplings, propeller shafts, and torque tubes.30th Aug 1920Box 183 \ M22  img190
Summary of post-war design and development programmes from 1918-1923, listing various models and key dates.30th Aug 1920Box 183 \ M22  img191
List of proposed new car models with their technical specifications.14th Jul 1922Box 183 \ M22  img192
Inquiry from Mr. Royce about the effect of radius rods on the steering of the new 40/50 car over rough roads.14th Jul 1922Box 183 \ M22  img193
Frame modifications for the 40/50 model to accommodate different engine, brake, and suspension setups for export.19th Aug 1922Box 183 \ M22  img194
Extract discussing the commencement of work on experimental export chassis and associated parts.25th Aug 1922Box 183 \ M22  img195
Drawing for a new front axle with front wheel brakes and its patentability against the Hotchkiss patent.28th Aug 1922Box 183 \ M22  img196
Potential causes and experimental solutions for knocking gears in an engine's camshaft drive.15th Sep 1922Box 183 \ M22  img197
Methods to address engine crankshaft speed irregularities, including flywheel adjustments and experimental belt drives.19th Sep 1922Box 183 \ M22  img198
Production strategy for the 'Curlew' model and the standardisation of parts for 40/50 improvements.19th Sep 1922Box 183 \ M22  img199
Concluding a discussion on standardizing processes between the Drawing Offices and the Works.14th Sep 1922Box 183 \ M22  img200
Production strategies for improvements to the 40/50 model, including the 'Curlew' variant with front-wheel brakes and an overhead valve engine.14th Sep 1922Box 183 \ M22  img201
Front spring shackle, dumb iron, and frame depth for the Stork, Curlew, and Vulture projects.9th Sep 1922Box 183 \ M22  img202
The final design of the 'Stork' frame, referencing drawing N.sch. 1324.16th Sep 1922Box 183 \ M22  img203
Outlining modifications for the 'Heron' chassis, including front wheel brakes, a new exhaust system, and engine alterations.11th Sep 1922Box 183 \ M22  img204
Modifications required for the 'Heron' model to fit front-wheel brakes and associated systems.18th Sep 1922Box 183 \ M22  img205
Preliminary arrangement of the 'Stork' pneumatic brake system and required components.30th Sep 1922Box 183 \ M22  img206
Proposed modification to the 'Stork' exhaust system to accommodate front wheel brakes.30th Sep 1922Box 183 \ M22  img207
The testing of an air pump driven by a camshaft for a four-wheel brake system.14th Oct 1922Box 183 \ M22  img208
Diagram illustrating the drilling positions for pump and camshaft wheel coupling flanges.14th Oct 1922Box 183 \ M22  img209
The testing of a camshaft-driven air pump for a four-wheel brake scheme.14th Oct 1922Box 183 \ M22  img210
Continued document page discussing humps on one revolution of the camshaft, referring to original sketches.16th Oct 1922Box 183 \ M22  img211
The fitting of trough-type side carriers and Barker design dipping head lights to specific car models.16th Oct 1922Box 183 \ M22  img212
The completion of front-wheel brake designs and the potential move to a mechanical servo system.10th Sep 1922Box 183 \ M22  img213
Completion of front wheel brake designs and the possibility of changing from a compressed air to a mechanical servo system.19th Oct 1922Box 183 \ M22  img214
Accompanying drawing Lec.1639, detailing an automatic air pump cut-out device for the 'Heron' model's four-wheel brakes.12th Oct 1922Box 183 \ M22  img215
Drawing Lec 1639 for an air pump control device on the 'Heron'.12th Oct 1922Box 183 \ M22  img216
Clarifying the codenames 'Heron' and 'Seagull' for experimental chassis, later known as the Phantom I.12th Oct 1922Box 183 \ M22  img217
Assigning the codenames 'heron' and 'seagull' to two experimental chassis.12th Oct 1922Box 183 \ M22  img218
Modifications for the 'Stork' pneumatic brakes system, including diaphragm trips and dashboard adjustments.14th Oct 1922Box 183 \ M22  img219
Modifications for the pneumatic brake system on the 'Stork' model.14th Oct 1922Box 183 \ M22  img220
Cancellation of pneumatic brakes and the decision to proceed with experimental air brakes for a four-wheel braking system.18th Oct 1922Box 183 \ M22  img221
Adjustments to the cams of the front wheel brakes.19th Oct 1922Box 183 \ M22  img222
Shackling of front springs in conjunction with front wheel brakes, requesting a test on a Goshawk model.23th Oct 1922Box 183 \ M22  img223
Drawings for an air pump for four-wheel brakes, noting a required modification to springs.19th Oct 1922Box 183 \ M22  img224
Experimental implementation of pneumatic brakes on the 'HERON' chassis.1st Nov 1922Box 183 \ M22  img225
Modifications to the 'Heron' model's front wheel brakes and new engine feet.17th Nov 1922Box 183 \ M22  img226
Heron four-wheel brakes, specifically the hand brake operating gear and servo motor.18th Nov 1922Box 183 \ M22  img227
Revised pedal gear for the 'Stork' model, compatible with either pneumatic brakes or a new servo system.19th Oct 1922Box 183 \ M22  img228
26-point list of work required for the 'Stork' (air brakes) and 'Heron' (servo brakes) chassis models.1st Nov 1922Box 183 \ M22  img229
The 'Heron' servo motor for brakes, including a design scheme and material suggestions.22th Nov 1922Box 183 \ M22  img230
Design, materials, and manufacturing of a servo motor for brakes on a 3-speed gearbox.22th Nov 1922Box 183 \ M22  img231
Conclusions from an investigation into front spring anchorage and steering geometry.30th Nov 1922Box 183 \ M22  img232
Steering mechanism improvements with semi-irreversible steering for Goshawk, Heron, and Seagull models.1st Dec 1922Box 183 \ M22  img233
'Seagull' engine's capacity, bore, and stroke dimensions.19th Dec 1922Box 183 \ M22  img234
Capacity and specifications of the 'Seagull' P1 prototype engine.12th Sep 1922Box 183 \ M22  img235
Request for information on the weight of the Goshawk engine and the 40/50 to estimate the weight of the 'Seagull' engine.11th Dec 1922Box 183 \ M22  img236
Telegram from Basil Johnson to Hives requesting particulars on the differences between the Lark, Heron and Seagull projects.20th Dec 1922Box 183 \ M22  img237
Development of the Goshawk and Seagull models, specifically the axle and gearbox design.21th Dec 1922Box 183 \ M22  img238
Gearbox and axle redesigns for the Goshawk and Seagull models, noting progress on experimental production.29th Dec 1922Box 183 \ M22  img239
Induction pipe arrangements for various engines and proposing fuel distribution tests.29th Dec 1922Box 183 \ M22  img240
Relocation of the brake servo motor to the right-hand side of the gearbox for the 'Heron' model.30th Dec 1922Box 183 \ M22  img241
Urgent requirement for a body for the 'Stork' and 'Heron' chassis.6th Jan 1923Box 183 \ M22  img242
The preparation and selection of car bodies for 'Stork' and 'Heron' models.1st Jan 1923Box 183 \ M22  img243
Proposal for a light speed body for 'Stork' and 'Heron' models.10th Jan 1923Box 183 \ M22  img244
Assessing the condition of car 6-EX, noting noisy gears and mentioning future models 'Stork', 'Heron' and 'Seagull'.10th Jan 1923Box 183 \ M22  img245
Proposal for a sports touring body to be fitted to the 'Stork' and 'Heron' chassis, detailing modifications and features.13th Jan 1923Box 183 \ M22  img246
Car finish, color schemes, wheel specifications, and preferred coachbuilders.13th Jan 1923Box 183 \ M22  img247
Front axle pivot lean and steering inclination on Stork and Heron models.13th Jan 1923Box 183 \ M22  img248
Query requesting particulars of a steering mechanism to investigate stiffness and for comparative calculations.17th Jan 1923Box 183 \ M22  img249
Development policy for future experimental car models 'Heron' and 'Seagull'.17th Jan 1923Box 183 \ M22  img250
Policy statement on fitting front wheel brakes to the 40/50 chassis.18th Jan 1923Box 183 \ M22  img251
Confirming the decision to halt design work on the Heron chassis and prioritize the Seagull project.18th Jan 1923Box 183 \ M22  img252
Future development strategy for the 40/50, Heron, and Seagull models.19th Jan 1923Box 183 \ M22  img253
Proposed sports body for the 'Stork' chassis, its suitability for other models, and the coachbuilding process.20th Jan 1923Box 183 \ M22  img254
Production of a speed body for the 'Stork' project, involving Park Wards and other coachbuilders.20th Jan 1923Box 183 \ M22  img255
Private internal memo regarding the sourcing of a new sports body for the 'Stork' chassis and the necessary confidentiality required with coachbuilders.23th Jan 1923Box 183 \ M22  img256
Clarifying a body design is for experimental purposes and requires committee consideration for permanent adoption.26th Jan 1923Box 183 \ M22  img257
The decision to abandon the 'Stork' and 'Heron' models and repurpose their parts for the 'Seagull' model.26th Jan 1923Box 183 \ M22  img258
Testing a front axle with brakes on the 'Stork' chassis and a pneumatic brake mechanism.29th Jan 1923Box 183 \ M22  img259
To stop work on the Heron & Stork projects and prioritize the Seagull P1 prototype.29th Jan 1923Box 183 \ M22  img260
Basic tests for engine torque reaction and vibrations.23th Sep 1933Box 183 \ M22  img261
Measuring engine torque and fitting a spring-controlled friction damping system.22th Sep 1923Box 183 \ M22  img262
Various design schemes sent out, including ignition wiring and torque reaction dampers.13th Oct 1923Box 183 \ M22  img263
Solutions for exposed valve stems and tappets on chassis 12-EM after a 10,000-mile trial run.29th Jan 1924Box 183 \ M22  img264
Secret memorandum outlining a visit to W.W. with several cars and components for testing and approval.17th Oct 1924Box 183 \ M22  img265
From CJ to Hs asking for details about a meeting with Mr. Royce in West Wittering.28th Apr 1925Box 183 \ M22  img266
From Hs. to C.J. detailing a visit to West Wittering to test cars and discuss steering, coupling, and brake issues.29th Apr 1925Box 183 \ M22  img267
Modifications to the bonnet and radiator line on the 1st Phantom I Experimental chassis (7EX) following criticism from Mr. Royce.6th Jul 1925Box 183 \ M22  img268
Recommendation concerning the retention, testing, and disposal of various American cars.23th Nov 1920Box 183 \ M22  img269
Heating of the carburation system for the 40/50 HP chassis.3rd Jan 1921Box 183 \ M22  img270
Engine starting difficulties in cold weather, issues with direct gear starters, and the design of a 3-speed gearbox.3rd Jan 1921Box 183 \ M22  img271
Internal memorandum discussing the production, pricing, and material strategy for the 'Goshawk II' project.18th Jul 1921Morton \ M1.1  img001


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