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Resuming an investigation into the springing differences between the 20HP and New Phantom chassis.19th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan147
Revised, stiffer spring for the Eagle 16 hand starter pinion to prevent it from fouling the worm wheel.20th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan148
N. scheme 2166 for fitting hydraulic shock dampers to the rear of the New Phantom chassis.20th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan149
Secret memo discussing the modification of a throttle governor spring, referencing drawing LeC. 2034.20th Mar 1925West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan150
Scheme Z162 for hydraulic shock dampers, detailing suggested modifications and experimental plans.20th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan151
Discrepancy in the R.H. lock angle for a 20HP chassis steering system.20th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan152
Phantom springing, weight disposition, and a proposal for a parallel experimental investigation.1st Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan153
Weight of the Barker patent cabriolet de ville subframe and issues with floorboard fitting.20th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan154
Solutions for low-speed wobble issues on the 20HP model.23th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan155
Forwarding a double acting autovac for testing on a car.23th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan156
Need for a locking device on a float chamber lid and questioning if a 20HP carburetter lid also requires one.23th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan157
Improvements to the Phantom & Goshawk oil relief valves.23th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan158
Design features and improvements for Phantom oil relief valves.24th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan159
Annotated cross-section and plan view diagrams of a valve assembly.24th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan160
Assessment and recommendation to dismiss a proposed fuel vacuum system scheme named 'Autovac Brennstoff Doppel Sauger'.24th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan161
And sketch proposing a solution for gas and hot air leaks through the floorboards and gate mechanism.24th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan162
Giving approval to proceed with an aluminium induction pipe for the 20HP model.24th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan163
Confidential memo proposing tyre and suspension configurations to improve ride quality and handling.24th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan164
With a diagram detailing a revised scheme for the gearbox change lever shaft to prevent gas leaks through the floorboards.25th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan165
Confirming Mr. Royce's instruction to proceed with work on the 20.HP. induction and exhaust pipes.25th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan166
Outlining a series of experiments to diagnose suspension complaints on the Phantom model.26th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan167
Springing demonstration to diagnose a suspension complaint in the Phantom model.26th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan168
Vehicle ride quality complaints, comparing different tyre pressures and suspension setups.11th May 1928West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan169
Suggesting a test to diagnose a vibration complaint in the Phantom suspension.27th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan170
The Phantom Automatic Advance, discussing Watford magnetos, spring friction, and servo motor performance.27th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan171
Non-standard front seats and issues with a non-standard accumulator.27th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan172
Proposal to simplify the striking forks for the new EAC 7 gearbox by using electric welding.29th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan173
The magneto advance mechanism for the Phantom Auto.30th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan174
Potential causes and solutions for exhaust backfiring in a Phantom engine.30th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan175
And comparing different front spring and shock damper schemes, including proposals from Woodhead and the existing Lemoine practice.30th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan176
Visit to Le Canadel for vehicle testing on French roads.30th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan177
Improving engine gas flow by addressing restrictions in valve bends and proposing new cylinders and heads for various engines.30th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan178
Feedback and required alterations for a 20HP car after a 10,000-mile test.31th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan179
Schemes and suggestions for weight reduction on the Lighter Phantom engine and chassis.31th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan180
Misunderstandings regarding speed, engine power, tyres, and suspension improvements for cars.31th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan181
Analysis of vehicle vibration, damping, and handling with suggestions for improving suspension and steering systems.31th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan182
Vehicle suspension design, including tyres, steering, springs, and shock dampers.31th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan183
Scheme 2171, detailing alterations to a rear axle involving scalloping and bolt repositioning.31th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan184
Design of a stiffening bracket for the 40/50 model steering system.31th Mar 1926West Wittering \ O \ January1926-March1926  Scan185
The 10,000-mile bench test of a Delco-Remy distributor.26th Mar 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan001
Observations on the Remy distributor, comparing its oil-clearing design to the standard distributor which suffers from pitting.19th May 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan002
Observations and tests on a Delco-Remy contact breaker unit and ignition coil.21th Jul 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan003
The magnetic properties of coils and a reference to an attached letter regarding contact points.21th Jul 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan004
Tests and specifications for Phantom side steering tube springs.7th Jul 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan005
Page discussing spring load calculations, featuring a cut-out engineering blueprint of a spring assembly.7th Jul 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan006
Analysis of spring performance and manufacturing tolerances related to the side steering tube.7th Jul 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan007
Continued discussion on side steering tube lubrication, assembly, and spring strengths.1st Jul 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan008
Steam heating for the induction pipe on Phantom engines and a proposal to fit the arrangement to car 7-EX.1st Jul 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan009
Continued experiments with the superheated throttle system for carburetter heating on Phantom engines.7th Feb 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan010
Analysis of exhaust system configurations for quick warming, including a performance graph.7th Feb 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan011
Performance graph and analysis comparing the rate of heating of a superheat system versus a standard exhaust system.7th Feb 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan012
Test report page detailing experiments on a heated system, boiler, and engine cooling system.7th Feb 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan013
Report page detailing experiments on a superheat system with data on boiler performance and throttle heating.5th Jul 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan014
System capacity, cooling, and circulation issues related to a boiler and exhaust-heated system.5th Jul 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan015
Examination of the change speed mechanism on a 12-EX car, identifying a binding issue due to a distorted tubular support and trapped oil.1st Jul 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan016
Proposing the delivery of car EAC-1 for inspection, detailing its current state and planned modifications.13th Jul 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan018
Nine modifications to the 12-EX car before a 10,000-mile test in France.13th Jul 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan019
Description and analysis of the Auto-Pulse Electro-Magnetic Petrol Pump from the U.S.A.13th Jul 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan020
Laboratory test results for a single petrol delivery unit under various conditions.13th Jul 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan021
Page 3 of a continued document detailing an objection considered during work on a car.13th Jul 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan022
Technical bulletin for the 'Autopulse' electric fuel pump covering its service, capacity, life, efficiency, and operation.15th Jul 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan024
Results of using accelerometers to measure riding comfort and discomfort levels for the Phantom suspension.15th Jul 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan026
Comparing ride comfort using a water test, noting the superiority of the front ride in a 40/50 model.15th Jul 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan027
High-speed tests comparing the riding performance of hydraulic and standard friction dampers on various car models.5th Jul 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan028
Test results for white metal bearings, examining load carrying capacity in relation to speed and bearing length.15th Jul 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan030
Bearing failure pressure specifications and diagrams for two different bearing lengths.19th Jul 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan031
Preliminary test results for a new oil relay, including issues with piston ring friction and initial advance settings.19th Jul 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan032
Test report and analysis of a 6-cylinder Bentley car, focusing on its suspension, power, and performance.23th Jul 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan033
Continued report detailing issues with a vehicle's noise, slow running, clutch, steering, and cooling systems.23th Jul 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan034
Report page detailing vehicle issues including water loss, engine vibration, brakes, and oil consumption, with an owner's comparison to a Bentley.23th Jul 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan035
Blueprint graph comparing the acceleration performance of various Rolls-Royce and Bentley 6-cylinder cars.9th Aug 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan036
Test report on overheating in the interior of Phantom cars, detailing temperature changes with different silencer lagging configurations.9th Aug 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan037
Recommendations for using sheet asbestos for heat insulation on floorboards and subframe cross members.9th Aug 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan038
Results of torsion tests conducted on front springs.10th Aug 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan039
Diagram showing the contour of a spring under torsion and load.10th Aug 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan040
Comparison between reversed and rebound leaf springs, analysing internal friction, spring life, and riding advantages.10th Aug 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan042
Graph plotting deflection against total load for Lancia reversed leaf springs.13th Aug 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan043
The failure of a Silver Ghost chassis frame on chassis 5-AU and 6-EU.13th Aug 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan045
Report discussing a frame fracture on two 'Silver Ghost' chassis, comparing chassis 6-EU with 5-AU.13th Aug 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan046
Diagram showing two views, a side view and an inverted plan, of a broken vehicle frame.13th Aug 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan047
Experiments to determine the reason for explosions in the silencer on the Phantom model.13th Aug 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan048
Analysis of the cause of continuous explosions in the exhaust when an engine is coasting with the throttle slightly open.13th Aug 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan049
Experimental test results on engine performance with altered exhaust, throttle, and mixture settings.13th Aug 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan050
Analysis of engine explosions in the exhaust manifold under different throttle and carburettor settings.13th Aug 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan051
Analysis of silencer explosions related to throttle operation and fuel system behavior.13th Aug 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan052
Investigation into steering troubles on the 12-EX car.13th Aug 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan053
Testing and production costs of a narrower brush type dynamo.13th Aug 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan054
Investigation into an occasional failure of a sequence starter.17th Aug 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan055
Continued discussion on the design of a starter motor, covering push-button operation, winding specifications, and potential jamming.17th Aug 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan056
Further trials investigating starter motor jam issues by varying voltage and torque.17th Aug 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan057
Altering teeth, helix angles, and teazer current to resolve a jamming issue.17th Aug 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan058
The specifications and steering characteristics of an 8-cylinder Panhard car.1st Aug 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan059
Road test report on steering performance under various conditions, including different tyre pressures and shock absorber settings.1st Aug 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan060
Technical report on a vehicle's suspension, engine, brakes, and general performance, including comparisons to other models.1st Aug 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan061
Continued report on vehicle performance, comparing a sleeve valve engine against a Daimler and a poppet valve Hispano engine.1st Aug 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan062
Comparative tests on three different Goshawk III steering setups.1st Aug 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan063
Steering improvements, comparing different configurations of side steering tubes and buffer springs to reduce low-speed wobble.1st Aug 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan064
Comparison of original and latest type side steering tube buffer springs and their ratings.20th Aug 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan065
Investigation into steering complaints and high-speed wobbles on the EAC-Vlll model.20th Aug 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan066
High-speed wobble testing with different tyre setups and dampers.20th Aug 1926West Wittering \ P \ 2July1926-September1926  Scan067


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