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Page detailing the methodology for comparative heating tests on various dynamos.11th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan19
Comparison of the performance, overheating, and design characteristics of various dynamos, including Westinghouse, Bosch, and Rotax models.30th Dec 1920West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan20
Comparative heating tests and weights of various shunt-wound dynamos.30th Dec 1920West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan21
Graph comparing the heating tests of three different plain shunt dynamos over time.23th Dec 1929West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan23
Effect of an auxiliary gap in battery ignition systems to enhance sparking under adverse conditions.12th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan25
Magneto design, testing a B.T.H. 6-cylinder magneto, and a book on ignition.12th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan26
Correspondence regarding the trial and evaluation of Lopdell water pipe clips.14th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan27
Examination of a pre-war Bosch combined switchbox, ammeter, cut-out, and regulator.12th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan28
Explanation of the electrical system's operation, detailing the function of various switch positions.10th Dec 1920West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan29
Continued report on the electrical operation and component analysis of a dynamo, regulator, and switch system.21th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan30
Notes on diagram conventions for experimental test instruments and a keyless lock for switches and regulator adjustment.21th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan31
Testing of tungsten points taken from Liberty ignition systems.21th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan32
390-hour test of Liberty Tungsten contact points in a battery ignition system.21th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan33
Defects and sparking observed in tungsten points from the Independent Lamp and Wire Co.24th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan34
Leakage of charge test conducted on a standard 12-volt battery over a three-month period.24th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan35
Plan to fully charge and test a modified battery over a six-month period.24th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan36
The unsatisfactory results of bench tests for two sets of tungsten contact points for magnetos.25th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan37
The vibration and life tests of various lamp bulbs.25th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan38
Results of a lamp failure test under specific vibration and voltage conditions.25th Jan 1912West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan39
Continued report on vibration and life tests for various headlamp bulbs and holders.25th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan40
Lamp failure tests, detailing bulb types, hours run, and the nature of the failures.25th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan41
Reliability of new half-watt lamps from B.T.H. Co. and their recommendation for use in chassis headlamps.25th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan42
Preliminary report on the Conner C.M.1 Magneto and a proposal to test it on an experimental car.27th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan43
Preliminary report on the Conner Magneto C.M.1.24th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan44
Description of a pole-shoe arrangement and distributor gear wheel for an electrical ignition component.28th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan45
The bench testing of various materials for distributor sparking points in a battery ignition system.28th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan46
Continued memorandum detailing the markings for different types of sparking points and a proposed test.28th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan47
Bench tests of various materials for distributor sparking points in a battery ignition system.28th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan48
Continued analysis of material wear on distributor components made from Nichrome, Nickel-Brass, and Nickel.28th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan49
Requesting Mr. Royce to return items for an additional 100 hours of running.28th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan50
Testing distributor sparking points of various materials for a battery ignition system.28th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan51
Description of markings for different metal sparking points on a distributor rotor for testing.28th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan52
Bench tests of various materials used for distributor sparking points in a battery ignition system.28th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan53
Analysis of wear and deposits on distributor components made from various metals.28th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan54
Continued memo requesting Mr. Royce to return items for an additional 100-hour run.1st Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan55
Drawing No. Lec. 1327, showing the carburettor and induction pipe flanges for the 'Kite' engine.1st Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan56
The 'Kite' engine crankcase arms and associated drawing Lec.1326.2nd Jan 1922West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan57
Specifications and sourcing of various lamps for the lighting installation at West Wittering.21th Jan 1922West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan58
Agreeing not to change the 'H' section pendulum lever on the steering column without further evidence of its necessity.14th Jan 1922West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan59
From Mr. Royce detailing a design alteration for the Goshawk I and II Dynamo and Brush Holders.17th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan60
Improvements to the 'Goshawk' steering wheel, proposing a more robust two-web design.21th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan61
Request from Mr. Royce to obtain six additional small lamps for the West Wittering lighting installation.20th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan62
Alterations made to the 'Goshawk II' frame.19th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan63
Superseding a previous one, detailing a change in frame gauge and requesting new instructions for side channels.19th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan64
Requesting to alter the drawing number for the 'Goshawk II' Brake Actuating Gear.20th Jan 1922West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan65
Blueprint for the Goshawk II change speed box.25th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan66
New scheme for the 'Goshawk' II cylinder head, referencing drawings Lec.1332 and Lec.1314.10th Sep 1932West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan67
Drawing Lec.1334 for the Goshawk II universal joint and a new propeller shaft design.1st Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan68
Drawing LeC.1335 for the Water Pump and Water Pump Drive for the Goshawk II engine.2nd Jan 1922West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan69
The requirement for a screw pattern grease syringe to be included in the vehicle tool kit.26th Jan 1922West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan70
Request for a further supply of smaller C.P. lamps for an installation at West Wittering.25th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan71
Alterations to the 'Goshawk 11' side channel to suit different front springs and increase its width.24th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan72
Providing a drawing and performance data for 'Goshawk 11' valve springs.26th Jan 1922West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan73
Mr. Royce's instructions for modifications to the 'Goshawk I' brake gear arrangement, scheme 724.27th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan74
Alterations to the 'Goshawk II' third cross member, referencing an attached blueprint with Mr. Royce's instructions.2nd Jan 1922West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan75
List of points of criticism from Mr. Royce regarding the 'Goshawk II' steering and front spring shackle scheme.1st Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan76
Design specifications for the Goshawk I & II steering wheel.28th Jan 1929West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan77
Design and manufacturing process for front and rear dumb irons on the 'Goshawk II'.28th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan78
Design modifications for the front axle, spring links, and rear dumb irons.1st Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan79
Requesting instructions for Goshawk II engine cams based on Goshawk I valve lift curves.28th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan80
From 'E' detailing Mr. Royce's requested design change for the 'Goshawk II' cross steering joint sleeve.28th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan81
The decision to increase the length of the rear road springs for the 'Goshawk II' model.29th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan82
From E. discussing Mr. Royce's feedback on the rear axle tube design for the 'Goshawk II'.29th Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ January1921  Scan83
Print LEC-1359 for a Goshawk II Landaulet Body and running board specifications.3rd Mar 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan0
Modifications for the Goshawk I foot brake adjustment countershaft.3rd Mar 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan1
Design modification notes and sketches for various mechanical components.3rd Mar 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan2
Goshawk II Brake Gear, proposing the deletion of an unnecessary adjustment on the rear axle mechanism pull rods.3rd Mar 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan3
Simplification of the front shock absorber connecting rod design for the 40/50 chassis.3rd Mar 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan4
Memo detailing five remarks from Mr. Royce on the Brake Gear N Y/62.4th Mar 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan5
With a sketch proposing a change to the manufacturing process for a Goshawk II front dumb iron.7th Mar 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan6
Drawings for the Goshawk II oil pump and filter.15th Mar 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan7
Outlining two requested modifications for the Goshawk II front spring shackle.3rd Mar 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan8
Dispatch of a blueprint for the Goshawk II front spring shackle.18th Mar 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan9
Alterations required by Mr. Royce for the 'Goshawk I' hand and foot equalising brake gear.9th Mar 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan10
Design modifications for a pull rod fork, differential box, equalising shafts, and other components.7th Mar 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan11
Approval notice for the 'Goshawk II' back axle tube design.8th Jun 1931West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan12
Alterations to the 'Goshawk II' side steering tube.8th Mar 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan13
Mr. Royce's remarks and required alterations for the 'Goshawk II' axle, brake, and rear hub.10th Mar 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan14
Design modifications for Michelin wheel axles, hub nuts, locking mechanisms, and brake components.8th Mar 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan15
'Goshawk II' universal joint behind the gearbox, referencing drawing LeC.1363.9th Mar 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan16
Design alterations for the silencing system of the Goshawk I and II engines.22th Sep 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan17
Design changes for an engine silencer system, including welding and brazing instructions.1st Jan 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan18
From Mr. Royce regarding a new, improved design for the rear universal joint of the 'Goshawk II' engine.14th Mar 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan19
Potential adoption of C.A.V. batteries as standard over Exide batteries, due to separator issues.16th Mar 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan20
Use of Exide batteries versus the Willard scheme for cars.1st Mar 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan21
Performance, weight, air gap, and noise characteristics of Rotax dynamos.16th Mar 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan22
Drawing Loc.1364 for the 'Goshawk II' oil level indicator.15th Mar 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan23
Returning incorrect lamp bulbs for an 'Essex' car and requesting suitable replacements.16th Mar 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan24
Incompatibility of lamp bulbs with American bayonet holders on an 'ESSEX' car and requesting suitable replacements.16th Mar 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan25
Instruction to halt work on the 'Goshawk II' rear engine suspension to modify it for a starter motor.17th Mar 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan26
Potential fault with the 40/50 HP petrol level indicator due to large apertures in the tank baffles.17th Mar 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan27
Modifications to the 'Goshawk II' oil piping and oil pump relief valve, referencing drawing Lec.1368.1st Mar 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan28
Arrangement of the spare wheel carrier for the 'GOSHAWK II'.30th Mar 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan29
Examination of new battery cells and comparing the improvements in an Exide battery to the current standard.7th Mar 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan30
Modifications to battery design and an examination of a new Tudor battery.7th Mar 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan31
Detailed review and feedback on the construction of a received battery.7th Mar 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan32
Exide and De Martis batteries, detailing their construction and performance claims.7th Mar 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan33
The investigation and testing of a Ni-Fe Alkaline Battery, including a diagram and comparison to an Exide battery.7th Mar 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan34
List of weights and capacities for different models of batteries.7th Mar 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan35
Costs and status of various experimental batteries.10th Mar 1921West Wittering \ F \ March1921  Scan36


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