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Modifications to the New Phantom magneto and an issue with flick start ignition.25th Aug 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan51
Broken bolt on a 20 HP Slipper Flywheel following a failure in France, detailing the probable cause and the proposed solution.25th Aug 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan52
Testing a modified steering system for the 20 HP model to prevent wobbles and road shocks.25th Aug 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan53
Modifications to New Phantom connecting rods and a camshaft bearing oil leak.25th Aug 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan54
Testing an axle with vertical steering pivots to resolve steering wobbles.25th Aug 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan55
The performance of the Goshawk III gearbox and clutch.8th Aug 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan56
Change to fine mesh filters for 20HP & 40HP models due to choked jets.25th Aug 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan57
Issues with coarse carburetter filters, proposing finer duplex filters and alternative jet designs to prevent choked jets.26th Aug 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan58
Layout, geometry, and modifications for a hydraulic damper on a front axle.26th Aug 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan59
Fix for an oil leak at the rear end of EAC and 20HP engines.27th Aug 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan60
Drawing for Eagle XVI balance weights, noting the dimensions are provisional.29th Aug 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan61
On the disapproval of a scheme for balance weights on wire wheels, noting Mr. Royce's preference.29th Aug 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan62
Drawing No. LeC. 2131 and an alteration to the Goshawk slipper flywheel dowels.31th Aug 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan63
The four-wheel brake cam and servo performance on the Goshawk III.1st Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan64
Carburetter and induction modifications for the 20.HP car to increase power.1st Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan65
Using 160 mesh monel metal gauze in petrol filters and potential issues with the vacuum feed on 20HP and EAC models.9th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan66
Test results of a boosted Eagle engine and its comparison with the Curtiss and new Falcon X engines.1st Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan67
Requesting an investigation into the best practices for fitting inserted valve seats for air-cooled engines.1st Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan68
Steering component specifications, including worm lead and pendulum lever, and the impact on self-centring.2nd Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan69
Telegram inquiring about 'gyrostatic wobble' in relation to wheel speed and suggesting a meeting to discuss the issue.4th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan70
Post Office Telegraph form with a short handwritten message arranging a meeting time.25th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan71
Proposal to modify the exhaust heating system on the New Phantom to improve circulation by rearranging pipes, thereby eliminating a valve.1st Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan72
Optimal pivot distance for a new front axle design to improve steering and reduce weight.9th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan73
Arranging for the testing of a set of Houdaille hydraulic shock absorbers.1st Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan74
Request for samples of suitable hydraulic shock dampers, such as the 'Derihon' and 'Wilson', for evaluation by Mr. Royce.9th May 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan75
Modifications for the New Phantom petrol tank.5th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan76
Use of larger .312 bolts for the 20HP starting handle support following reports of slackening.7th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan77
Internal memorandum discussing the design, patent implications, and experimental nature of a new hydraulic shock damper for the Phantom model.11th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan78
Two alternative designs for an exhaust cutout intended for the Indian market.11th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan79
Investigating high-speed wheel wobbles and proposals for experiments to understand and eliminate the phenomenon.14th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan80
Mitigating wheel wobble and tramping speed through design and testing.11th Aug 1920West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan81
Telegram from Royce regarding weight reduction for axle, brake, hub, and wheel components.14th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan82
Modifications for the New Phantom radiator support, suggesting case-hardening or whitemetalling.15th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan83
Internal memorandum from R. to H.S. requesting modifications to the Goshawk I chassis, including fitting smaller wheels.15th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan84
Proposing the inclusion of exhaust analysis in engine testing to check distribution.15th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan85
Alternative metals for H.T. distributors and comparing insulation to Bosch components.15th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan86
Instructions from Mr. Royce on modifying a badly worn Phantom radiator pivot and sphere.16th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan87
Querying the comparative weights of front axle hubs for the New Phantom model.19th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan88
Requesting proposals for improving the control of the front axle on the Goshawk I car.21th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan89
Letter from 'R' to Mr. Rowledge discussing design improvements for the 'Eagle' XX aero engine.22th Sep 1924West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan90
Developments on Eagle IX carburettors, piston trouble, Goshawk tyres, and E.A.C.E. engine performance.23th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan91
Specifications for speed models, specifically that they should be short chassis, and instructions for wing improvements.23th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan92
List of six agreed-upon modifications for a 'Next 10,000 Miles Phantom' car.23th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan93
The setup and future testing of various shock dampers.23th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan94
Request to change the bonnet handles on chassis 7-EX from sheet metal to cast nickel silver.23th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan95
Requesting the Phantom rear axle track be widened to 57 inches to match the front track.23th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan96
Design improvements for the 20HP steering system to reduce low-speed wobble.23th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan97
Letter to coachbuilders Barker & Co. regarding modifications to a 20HP chassis, including windscreen, steering, and wheel arches.25th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan98
Spring setup in the cross steering tube to fix high-speed wobbles in the Phantom model.25th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan99
List of proposed modifications for the Phantom front axle.25th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan100
Modifications to a Phantom car being sent to France.26th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan101
Issues and potential solutions for autovac tanks, including suggestions from Mr. Royce.28th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan102
Aero engine programme, including progress on the Falcon X and Eagle XVI engines.1st Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan103
Missing parts and a critical oversight in the assembly of a Silver Rogue engine.29th Sep 1937West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan104
List of twelve specified modifications for the next Phantom model for France.9th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan105
Design and requirements for petrol filters on Phantom and Goshawk models.29th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan106
Page 2 of a document describing a duplex outgoing filter system with a 2-gallon reserve.29th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan107
Decision to abandon the separate compartment scheme for the rear petrol tank in favour of two different length suction pipes.29th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan108
Design and manufacturing process for bonnet louvres, including a cross-sectional diagram.29th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan109
Letter detailing the dispatch of original design schemes and drawings for the Falcon X engine.9th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan110
Performance issues and corrective actions for a 78-Goshawk III car.30th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan111
Letter to the Air Ministry detailing the technical requirements for a double spark 8-cylinder magneto for the Eagle XVI engine.30th Sep 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan112
Letter from F. H. Royce discussing potential modifications and reliability issues of magnetos for Eagle XVI, Packard, and Falcon X engines.8th Oct 1917West Wittering \ N \ 2July1925-September1925  Scan113
Investigating an audible 'knock' on Phantom chassis, suspected to be caused by inflexible pistons.5th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan0
The investigation of piston knocks.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan1
Investigating the cause of piston knock and testing different piston designs.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan2
Tests on piston clearance and splitting pistons to reduce noise and optimize skirt flexibility.1st Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan3
Blueprint showing the grinding dimensions for experimental E.A.C. pistons.9th Oct 1928West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan4
How out-of-truth tyres, particularly low-pressure balloon types, cause steering wobbles.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan5
Page advising on tyre management to address car wobble, specifically for high-pressure tyres.6th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan6
High-speed steering wobble tests with different tyre types.6th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan7
Tests investigating wheel wobble, comparing different tyre and spring arrangements.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan8
Comparison between two different types of tyre treads with technical specifications.20th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan9
Diagrammatic study of balloon tyre contact patches under various test conditions and setups.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan10
Tests conducted to mitigate high-speed steering wobbles.9th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan11
Endurance testing of a hydraulic device and investigating steering tube geometry to reduce wobbling.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan12
Issues with the 'Phantom' gearbox where 1st and 2nd speeds disengage under power.1st Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan13
Investigating flexibility in the servo operating mechanism to resolve 'jagger' issues on 'India' (X5370) and Phantom models.1st Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan14
High-speed wobbles and wheel shimmy, comparing internal findings with a translated paper from Michelin.1st Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan15
Page 2 of an experimental report discussing findings on vehicle wobbles, including tyre pressures and track width.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan16
Cover note regarding a report on high-speed steering wobbles and the circulation of its French translation.10th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan17
High speed wobbles and Michelin's investigations into the phenomenon.1st Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan18
Page 2, detailing findings on vehicle wobble, track width, and tyre pressures.10th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan19
Piston troubles and the need for a modified design for the 'Phantom'.12th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan20
Piston knocks, detailing the theory that a flexible piston skirt is required for silent operation across various temperatures.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan21
Testing standard pistons with modified skirt splits.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan22
Piston modifications to improve skirt flexibility and reduce engine knocking.1st Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan23
The B.H.B. self-adjusting piston as used on the Bentley during a 24-hour record.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan24
Composite and split-skirt piston designs for engines.10th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan25
Blueprint drawing of a composite aluminium piston design.12th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan26
Blueprint drawing of a Silver Ghost piston that was trialled in 1915.18th Dec 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan27
Blank pages with hole punches, possibly a divider or back sheet.8th Dec 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan28
Delay in the Phantom car's 10,000-mile test due to difficulties producing duralumin brake carrier plates.10th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan29
The performance of a Phantom car at Brooklands.30th Jul 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan30
Performance tests, comparing the acceleration and top speed of a New Phantom against a Silver Ghost.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan31
Comparing the performance of the Phantom and Silver Ghost models.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan32
Blank document with two punch holes.12th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan33
Outlining the fundamental points for judging car performance.12th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan34
Vehicle acceleration concerning car weight, engine power, and axle ratio, illustrated with graphs.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan35
Factors affecting vehicle performance, including tractive resistance, carburation, and flywheel inertia.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan36


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