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Specifications for front and rear springs, damper loads, car weight, and buffer clearances.7th Mar 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan220
From Hs. to Hn. regarding a delay in getting springs for car 110-DC.9th Mar 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan221
The return of car No. 110-DC to Lillie Hall.27th Mar 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan222
Advising of a two-week delay in releasing a car as the new springs required alteration.31th Mar 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan223
Arranging vehicle tests at Brooklands Track, detailing the cars involved and logistical plans.13th Apr 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan224
Requesting an exact date for the return of a car.17th Apr 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan225
Suggestion to send a car to Cricklewood for decarbonising and an engine condition report.18th Apr 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan226
Cost request for converting standard front brakes to the anti-squeak type on a Phantom II.22th Apr 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan227
Effects on car 58-GN after removing its rear engine feet, particularly regarding noise and vibration.24th Apr 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan228
Relaying a telegram about a conference on crankshaft torsional periods and damper design.24th Apr 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan229
Return of car 110-DC to London.28th Apr 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan230
Letter chasing the return of a second-hand car used for experiments.28th Apr 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan231
Recommendation for ordering road springs for a trials car, detailing front and rear specifications.29th Apr 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan232
Experiment to improve the springing and ride comfort on Phantom I chassis 110-DC.30th Apr 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan233
The springing and handling characteristics of chassis No. 110-DC.30th Apr 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan234
The endurance and silence testing of a pair of rear hydraulic shock absorbers.8th May 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan235
Arrangement to fit Hydraulic Shock Absorbers to car 129-GN for London Trials.11th May 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan236
Chassis alterations required to create a Trials Car for demonstration purposes.14th May 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan237
Despatch of a pair of improved shock absorbers for car 129-GN.16th May 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan238
The despatch of one pair of 40/50 rear shock absorbers for experimental testing.16th May 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan239
Preparation of the 23-EX car for sale and the disposal of its body and oil filter.16th May 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan240
Instructions and blueprint for fitting a side spare wheel carrier bracket to the dash of chassis 58-GN.16th May 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan241
Despatch and fitting of new type rear shock absorbers for vehicle 129-GN.20th May 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan242
Proposal to test a higher axle ratio on a Phantom II Continental model, comparing it with the 26-EX and 27-EX cars.21th May 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan243
The fitting of a higher gear axle to a Phantom II Continental Model, car 26-EX, for trials and a Brooklands test.27th May 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan244
Axle compatibility between experimental cars 26-EX and 27-EX for the Phantom II Continental Model.28th May 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan245
Requesting improved wider brake drums for car 26-EX and new car 31-GX.28th May 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan246
From Hs to Mx regarding the alteration of brakes on Trials Cars, referencing a previous job on Mr. Thistlewaite's and Fairey's cars.29th May 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan247
Dispatch of ball ends for shock absorbers to be fitted to car 129-GN.29th May 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan248
Organising comparative acceleration tests for a Phantom II car with standard and higher geared axles.29th May 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan249
Springing specifications for car 58-GN, including spring loads, damper settings, clearances, and overall weight.17th Jun 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan250
Confirmation of a telephone conversation requesting Hartford shock absorbers for car 58-GN.15th Jul 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan251
Refitting of Hartford Shock Absorbers for vehicle 58 GN and the despatch of the parts.16th Jul 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan252
Sending a set of Hartford Shock Absorbers, originally from car 58 GN, to the Sales Department.16th Jul 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan253
Requesting suggestions regarding a car issue, following an attached memo from 'Sg'.19th Jul 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan254
The poor performance of car 58-GN and a request for it to be improved.17th Jul 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan255
Alleged loss of performance in a car, suggesting a dynamometer test and speculating on potential causes.20th Jul 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan256
Testing of experimental car 19-EX fitted with a new type of engine.24th Jul 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan257
The arrangement of car 19-EX for PN's use during the holidays.24th Jul 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan258
Confirming a telephone conversation regarding the return of car 19-EX.6th Aug 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan259
Short memo confirming a car will be delivered on the morning of the 8th.7th Aug 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan260
From PN detailing issues found during a test drive of car 19-EX, including engine sounds and a faulty starter switch.10th Aug 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan261
The replacement or adjustment of shock absorbers for car 58-GN.1st Aug 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan262
Requesting confirmation for the arrival of car 25-EX in Paris to coordinate with Derby officials.18th Aug 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan263
Report on the reconditioning of shock dampers for Chassis No. 129-GN.26th Aug 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan264
Experimental work on shock absorbers for chassis 129-GN.27th Aug 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan265
Design and benefits of Diamond engine mounting for a 40/50 HP vehicle.29th Sep 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan266
Design of diamond engine mountings and scheduling for chassis 58-GN.10th Sep 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan267
Car 58-GN being sent to Derby for a diamond mounting to be fitted and for investigation of a steering rattle and a squeak.14th Sep 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan268
From Sg. to Hs. regarding a change of arrangements for sending car 58-GN to Derby.16th Sep 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan269
The recurrence of an unbearable booming noise in car 129-GN, which requires an urgent fix for the Motor Show.28th Sep 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan270
London trials for car 129-GN.30th Sep 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan271
Performance issues such as hard suspension, engine torque, noise, and vibrations on Mr. Sidgreaves' car, with suggested modifications.11th Oct 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan272
40/50 springing, advising against increasing front damping and confirming an experiment to fit new dampers.1st Oct 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan273
The incorporation of Diamond mounting for the central radiator.2nd Oct 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan274
Requesting examination of a rear axle whistle and a steering column knock on car 58-GN.2nd Oct 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan275
Experimental trials for car 129-GN, focusing on reducing excessive drumming, booming, and steering-wheel vibration.2nd Oct 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan276
Experiment involving a thinner disc and diamond mounting for a flywheel, with associated travel plans.5th Oct 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan277
Potential fitting of an experimental thinner flywheel disc to car 58-GN.6th Oct 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan278
Issues with loose shock damper levers, cross steering tube, and bonnet clearances on car 58-GN.6th Oct 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan279
Demonstration run in Glasgow for Lady Mackie and its importance for a potential order.9th Oct 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan280
Fitting drilled valves in rear shock absorbers for a trial run and testing experimental adjustable shock absorbers.2nd Oct 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan281
Arranging a demonstration run in Edinburgh for a prospective buyer, focusing on the car's springing.9th Oct 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan282
Challenges of determining customer requirements for car springing.13th Oct 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan283
Urgent transfer of car 23-EX for modifications to reduce roughness and vibrations ahead of the Motor Show.13th Oct 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan284
Modifications to reduce booms and issues with a spare wheel carrier bracket on the 23-EX trials car.4th Oct 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan285
Improvement of drumming and noise issues in a Phantom II car for demonstration purposes.20th Oct 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan286
Chasing the delivery of parts for Chassis 23 EX - Trials Car.22th Oct 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan287
Persistent 'canary' type squeaking noise in car 58-GN.26th Oct 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan288
Results of fitting a Diamond Mounting to car 56-GN.26th Oct 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan289
Confirming the despatch of parts for the 23-EX trials car chassis.29th Oct 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan290
Follow-up memo regarding the dispatch of parts for Chassis 23 EX - Trials Car.29th Oct 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan291
Recurring noise from a rear axle, detailing a previous repair and suggesting further investigation of the universal joint.30th Oct 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan292
Confirming the successful repair of a squeak by truing up a driving flange.2nd Nov 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan293
Request to prepare and dispatch parts for the 129.GN trials car to Cricklewood.3rd Nov 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan294
Requesting further information regarding a squeak in a rear axle caused by fouling parts.4th Nov 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan295
The cause and fix for a rear axle squeak on Chassis No.58-GN during trials.6th Nov 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan296
Improving the high-speed performance of the Continental Phantom II car by modifying the air silencer.13th Nov 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan297
Internal memorandum regarding the despatch of parts for car 129 GN sales trials.16th Nov 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan298
Request to prepare two aluminium packings for the frame to fit engine Hs-464 onto car 58-GN.1st Dec 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan299
The unavailability of the Continental Trials car for an appointment.9th Dec 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan300
Request to borrow car 58-GN to reduce pedal movement.14th Dec 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan301
Arranging for car 58-GN to be available for a modification to reduce pedal movement.15th Dec 1931Box 18 \ 3  Scan302
Potential use of car 18-G4 as a demonstration model after completing its next 10,000 miles.8th Jan 1932Box 18 \ 3  Scan303
Premature renewal of Servo halos due to the working surfaces becoming highly glazed and hard-faced on a trials car and a Phantom II.9th Jan 1932Box 18 \ 3  Scan304
Responding to a complaint about the brakes on the 31-GX trials car, mentioning performance of other vehicles.9th Jan 1932Box 18 \ 3  Scan305
The embarrassing return of car 31-GX to the coachbuilders due to unsatisfactory frame and radiator vibration after being sold.23th Feb 1932Box 18 \ 3  Scan306
'jellying' complaint with the London Trials Car 60-JS, requiring investigation by the Experimental Shop.24th Feb 1932Box 18 \ 3  Scan307
Proposing a meeting to discuss chassis 60-JS and its testing with diamond engine mounting, and requesting a car.25th Feb 1932Box 18 \ 3  Scan308
Examination report on the first production diamond engine car, listing faults and recommended modifications.8th Mar 1932Box 18 \ 3  Scan309
Instructions for radiator mounting adjustments and part replacements to ensure correct clearance and movement.8th Mar 1932Box 18 \ 3  Scan310
Technical note warning against using specific parts together due to the risk of excessive load.8th Mar 1932Box 18 \ 3  Scan311
Completion of car 60-JS, and arranging testing at Brooklands and delivery.1st Mar 1932Box 18 \ 3  Scan312
Improvements and ongoing issues with the Phantom II Diamond Mounted Engine Chassis, focusing on 'front jellying' and suspension.11th Mar 1932Box 18 \ 3  Scan313
Radiator jellying and the non-standardized 'shimmy-shackle' fixing during car testing.11th Mar 1932Box 18 \ 3  Scan314
Request for two springs for two Phantom II demonstration cars to be used in thermostat control trials.11th Mar 1932Box 18 \ 3  Scan315
Damage to the coachwork and upholstery of the New Trials Continental Saloon No. 60-JS.15th Mar 1932Box 18 \ 3  Scan316
Follow-up on the supply and fitting of a shimmy shackle for a Phantom II steering system.23th Mar 1932Box 18 \ 3  Scan317
Despatching springs for thermostat control trials on specific cars.23th Mar 1932Box 18 \ 3  Scan318
Typed note confirming an arrangement to meet at Conduit St.24th Mar 1932Box 18 \ 3  Scan319


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