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Comparing two engine torque curves and their effect on car acceleration performance.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan37
The fundamentals of car performance and methods for comparing efficiency.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan38
Car performance, specifically wind resistance and hill climbing.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan39
Vehicle acceleration and hill-climbing capabilities.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan40
With a graph showing the acceleration equivalent of hill climbing.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan41
High-speed performance, discussing wind resistance, exhaust systems, and streamlining with a performance graph.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan42
Gear ratios in relation to wind resistance and the fundamental laws of braking.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan43
Factors affecting car braking, including the co-efficient of friction, weight of the car, and gradients.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan44
Page detailing the physics of vehicle retardation and braking distances under various conditions.12th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan45
Vehicle braking performance, including a graph of road speed vs. time to rest.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan46
Two graphs illustrating braking performance, showing extra work due to rotating masses and retardation from windage.3rd Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan47
Tests of a non-return valve in the 'Phantom' vacuum feed system to reduce engine fading.3rd Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan49
Objectionable exhaust noise on the Phantom chassis.12th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan50
Shortening an exhaust pipe to reduce noise, with comparative B.HP data.12th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan51
Experiments to improve cutout contact points for a 20 HP chassis, seeking Mr. Royce's feedback.13th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan52
The performance of a 20 HP rear axle bevel pinion thrust bearing after a 10,000-mile test, recommending its adoption.1st Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan53
Tests for 20 HP rear axle bevel pinion thrust bearings.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan54
Various thrust bearing tests.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan55
Preventing fumes from entering the car body on the Phantom and 20 HP models.14th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan56
Experimental EAC.1 chassis and plan to complete it with standard parts.4th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan57
The build specifications for the EAC.1 'D' type chassis.14th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan58
Page detailing specifications for a gearbox, pedals, shafts, and other vehicle components.14th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan59
Issues with the 'Phantom' 4-wheel brake equaliser link, causing thumping due to insufficient friction.14th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan60
Potential use of duralumin rockers and bearing caps for 'Phantom' weight reduction.15th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan61
Cover memo for an attached list detailing work in progress within the Experimental Department.15th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan62
The work in production for various vehicle components and projects.14th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan63
Tasks with their order of urgency for various vehicle models.1st Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan64
The development status and order of urgency for Condor, Eagle, and Falcon engines.14th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan65
Tests in progress for the New Phantom model, ordered by urgency.15th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan66
Tests and improvements with an order of urgency for Goshawk, Condor, and Eagle models.14th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan67
List of principal electrical experimental work in hand, categorised by component and urgency.15th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan68
Order of urgency list for modifications and investigations into dynamos, regulators, and starter motors.6th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan69
Weight reduction on the 'Phantom' model by favouring the short chassis over the long one.15th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan70
'India' pivot pin bushes, discussing lubrication issues and suggesting design changes.15th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan71
Blueprint showing the addition of friction washers to an axle assembly and modification of a nut.15th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan72
Duralumin brake carrier supply issues and front axle weight reduction for the 8-EX car.15th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan73
Centralized chassis lubrication schemes, mentioning the Phantom car, Enots Lubricators, and a sample Bijur system.15th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan74
Testing and implementation of the Bijur chassis lubrication system.15th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan75
Centralized lubrication systems, their market adoption, and benefits for steering.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan76
Lubricating the steering pivots for the Phantom model.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan77
Cross-section diagram of a lubricator with dimensional modification notes.15th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan78
The strength of the 'India' front axle.16th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan79
Torsion test results for a 20 HP front axle, showing load versus permanent set and deflection profile.7th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan80
The New Phantom exhaust cutout, detailing issues with a weak spring causing leaky valves.16th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan82
Oil flinging issues related to Goshawk universal joint lubrication.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan83
Correcting oil leaks from a joint and exploring alternative lubrication methods.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan84
Continued note on grease lubrication procedures for joints and intensifiers during testing and use.20th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan85
Comparing the performance of the new 6 1/2 Litre Bentley to the New Phantom.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan86
Comparing the performance specifications of the Phantom and Bentley against other contemporary cars.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan87
Performance graph comparing Flywheel B.HP against Engine R.P.M. for a 'New Phantom' and a 'Bentley'.23th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan88
Car road tests on a 40 HP Fiat and 19-HP Austro-Daimler, concluding against purchasing them.23th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan89
The road trial of a 40 HP Fiat.20th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan90
Issues with tappet noise, gearbox operation, and clutch performance.23th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan91
The performance of the vehicle's brakes and steering systems.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan92
Car's steering, suspension, and road performance.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan93
Car performance, including acceleration tests on Brockley Hill and analysis of the engine and braking systems.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan94
Page 6 of an experimental report detailing vehicle test findings and general impressions.23th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan95
Experimental road trial report for an Austro-Daimler car detailing its specifications and observed features.20th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan96
Assessing the performance of the camshaft, gearbox, clutch, and steering.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan97
The performance of a vehicle's steering, brakes, rear axle, suspension, and cooling system.23th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan98
The road performance and acceleration figures of a test car, including a comparison to a Phantom car.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan99
Comparing the performance of a 20 HP car against an Austro-Daimler, with a focus on engine efficiency.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan100
Engine silencing, weight saving and a performance comparison to a Chrysler.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan101
Investigating high speed steering wobbles by modifying leaf springs.23th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan102
Interview with the President of the American Bosch Corporation regarding an automatic ignition advance mechanism.28th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan103
Page 2 of a document describing a pressure-operated mechanism for engine ignition control.28th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan104
Automatic ignition adjustment principle based on cylinder working pressures.28th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan105
Engine valve design, comparing poppet and rotary valves.28th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan106
The performance and testing of 'Lovejoy' hydraulic shock absorbers.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan107
Blueprint drawing illustrating the failure points of a Lovejoy shock absorber after rig testing.28th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan108
Dissatisfaction with the steering freeness on the 8-EX car, delaying a 10,000-mile test.28th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan109
The braking performance of the Phantom model, discussing wheel lock and retardation.2nd Nov 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan110
Inspection and comparison report on a 12 Volt Delco-Remy ignition system.3rd Nov 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan111
Continued analysis of a ballast resistance and primary winding, comparing electrical properties and planning future tests.3rd Nov 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan112
Detailed report on the features of a Delco-Remy Distributor (Model 5249).26th Oct 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan113
Continued description of a Ballast Resistance and its integration with an automatic cam advance governor.2nd Nov 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan114
The electrical properties and performance of a Delco Coil No. 2178.2nd Nov 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan115
Cover letter discussing notes on the Packard (Splitdorf) single machine double spark magneto.3rd Nov 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan116
Notes regarding the Packard (Splitdorf) Double Spark Magneto system.3rd Nov 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan117
Continued description of a duplicated ignition system's operation, focusing on contact breakers and spark generation.1st Nov 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan118
Typed analysis of duplication in magneto systems, discussing various failure modes and advantages.3rd Nov 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan119
Continued page discussing duplication against short-circuited contact breaker or condenser failure.3rd Nov 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan120
Hand-drawn electrical connection diagram for a dual ignition system.4th Nov 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan121
The effect of pull-off spring strength on thumping in the New Phantom's 4-wheel brakes.4th Nov 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan122
Cover note for a document about the balance of a 16-cylinder aero engine.9th Nov 1928West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan123
Over-oiling and endurance tests of Lodge detachable plugs for the New Phantom.10th Nov 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan124
Tests on various sparking plugs to determine their capacity for withstanding oil and sooting up on the New Phantom.10th Nov 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan125
Comparing the performance and mileage of various makes of spark plugs for New Phantom engines.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan126
Car on test, arranging for a temporary body to be fitted and a visit for the following week.11th Nov 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan127
Testing and modifying a silencer for the Phantom model.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan128
Testing and performance of a Philips A.C. rectifier for charging chassis batteries.16th Nov 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan129
Instruction sheet describing a Philips Rectifier apparatus.9th Nov 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan130
Preliminary electrical tests of an apparatus, noting voltage application and battery charging.29th Jun 1920West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan131
Instructions detailing observations on the electrical behavior of a valve, noting a purple glow and charging characteristics.29th Jun 1920West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan132
Report detailing electrical test results for varying numbers of cells.29th Jun 1920West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan133
Test results and notes on the efficiency of charging electrical cells.29th Jun 1920West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan134
Instructions detailing the operation of a valve with a filament and plates.29th Jun 1920West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan135
Observations on the behavior of a circuit with resistance lamps, a valve, and a swivelling link.29th Jun 1920West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan136
The performance of Auto-Klean strainers on a test bench and in a car.16th Nov 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan137
Issues with a strainer, including cleaning failures, fluff particles, and a petrol leak.12th Jun 1925West Wittering \ N \ 2October1925-December1925  Scan138


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