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Summary of tests on different rear spring setups and their effects on vehicle handling and ride comfort.9th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan028
The results of crankshaft torsion tests on a 20 HP shaft at various machining stages.9th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan029
Analysis of crankshaft stiffness, comparing test and calculated values and discussing the reinforcing effect of bearings.9th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan030
Crankshaft testing, including deflection, 'bell-mouthing', and analysis of various engine models.6th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan031
Graph showing the results of a torsion test on a 20 HP crankshaft from its initial forging to the finished shaft.6th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan032
Heavily faded and illegible document, with only a date stamp remaining visible.10th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan033
Graph showing the deflection of a 20 HP central journal when twisting a crankshaft.9th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan034
Graph and table detailing crankshaft torsion tests for Phantom and 20 HP models.7th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan035
Torsion test results for a 20 HP crankshaft, from the forging stage to the finished shaft.7th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan036
Blank page with a print room stamp.10th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan037
The advantages and testing of an auto charge control switch, intended for an experimental car and then Mr. Royce's car.10th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan038
Notes on the advantages of the R.R. electrical system incorporating the auto charge control switch.9th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan039
The function and arrangement of auto switches for battery charging and ignition control.3rd Jun 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan040
Continued page discussing battery ignition testing and running the vehicle without charge.3rd Jun 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan041
Comparison of the auto exit charge control switch against the Midgley auto switch, listing its advantages.3rd Jun 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan042
List of advantages for dispensing with a series coil and using rigid contacts in an electrical system.3rd Jun 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan043
Dynamo and battery charging characteristics, including brush wear and vibration.3rd Jun 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan044
Battery charging, overcharging, and maintenance procedures.12th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan045
Performance and modification of an experimental auto charge control switch on chassis 14-EX.12th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan046
Test results of different ignition contact point configurations and materials.12th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan047
The testing of different scrubbing arm types and combinations on an experimental chassis.12th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan048
Proposal for a new 'Sequence Starter 2B Scheme' and its various implementations on chassis 9-EX.12th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan049
The switchbox on the 14-EX model, noting its magneto function and additional earthing switch.13th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan050
Prolonged testing and performance characteristics of a Bosch magneto for a 20 HP chassis.13th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan051
Magneto specifications and potential improvements for a 20 HP engine.13th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan052
Tests on modified cams to reduce the operational noise of a Watford EW6 Magneto.13th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan053
Experiments to determine the cause of noise in contact breakers and magnetos, focusing on cam shape and condenser discharge.13th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan054
Potential issue with a magneto's contact breaker lever causing noise and plans for further testing.14th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan055
Cover letter attaching a further report on noise reduction for a Watford ENG Magneto.14th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan056
Letter to North & Sons Ltd. regarding noise tests on EW6 magnetos and issues with cams and armature.13th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan057
The slow speed electrical performance of EW6 machines and a suggestion to use a larger air gap.14th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan058
Results of a crankshaft modification test, comparing weight and stiffness.14th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan059
Describing the Remy dynamo electrical equipment on a Stutz car.1st Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan060
The design and function of a motor's brushes, commutator, and engagement mechanism.1st Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan061
Detailed report on the switch, battery, and dual battery ignition system.1st Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan062
The condition of the ignition system and a description of the vehicle's lighting system.19th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan063
Issues with battery ignition distributor tracking and proposing further tests on a mushroom rotor.19th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan064
Advantages of different ignition coil designs with a nearly closed magnetic circuit.19th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan065
Continuation page describing the construction of a coil, its magnetic casing, and insulation.19th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan066
Comparing the crankshaft stiffness of a Stutz car shaft to the 40/50 HP and 20 HP shafts.19th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan067
General specification for the New Safety Stutz Car, including details on the engine, chassis, weight, and capacities.20th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan068
Engine's design and condition after a 3000-mile test, including details on the cylinder head.20th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan069
Detailed analysis and critique of a combustion head and valve gear design, with an accompanying blueprint diagram.20th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan070
Specification sheet detailing valve spring dimensions and camshaft construction and lubrication.20th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan071
Specifications for the cylinder block, crankcase, crankshaft, and pistons.20th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan072
Blueprint showing principal dimensions of a Stutz Crankshaft.20th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan073
Technical description and blueprint of a Stutz connecting rod, with notes on connecting rods and camshaft drives.20th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan074
Description of the engine's drive chain system and lubrication system.20th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan075
Page describing the engine's oil rectifier, sump, pump, and induction system, with a diagram of the oil rectifier.20th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan076
Page detailing the induction, water cooling, and ignition/electrical systems, including a diagram of a Stutz induction system.20th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan077
Continued description of the electrical system, clutch, gearbox, chassis, and axles.20th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan078
Page detailing specifications for the brakes, steering, and suspension systems.20th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan079
Page from a vehicle inspection report detailing chassis lubrication and required engine repairs.20th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan080
List of weights for various parts of a Stutz car engine and other components.20th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan081
Diagrammatic sketch of a Stutz-Zenith carburettor.20th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan082
Blueprint diagram illustrating Stutz engine valve lift and timing.19th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan083
Blank document page with a purple ink stamp from the Derby print room.19th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan084
Modifications to the 2A and 2B sequence starter schemes, including changes to teeth design for specific car models.20th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan085
Tyre noise tests comparing Dunlop, British Goodrich, and Goodyear tyres.22th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan086
Alarming tyre wear and high-speed steering wobble issues in American cars.22th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan087
The initial bench testing of Splitdorf magneto No. 31545, comparing its performance against other manufacturers.22th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan088
Examination and testing report on a Splitdorf Magneto Type SS No. 31545 from a Curtiss Aero Engine.22th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan089
Design flaws and failures of a Splitdorf magneto's distributor rotor.23th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan090
The performance and design flaws of a magneto, deeming it unsuitable for the Falcon engine.23th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan091
Results of three tests on ignition contact points.23th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan092
Testing a 10% gold 90% silver alloy for cutout contact points.23th Dec 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan093
Test results for a Weir type induction pipe for the Phantom model.1st Jan 1928West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan094
Testing of a Hypoid Rear Axle, noting issues with Shatz type bearings and a proposal to change gears.1st Jan 1928West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan095
Simplified sequence starter scheme, including patent questions and instructing a new design to the Experimental Shop.4th Jan 1928West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan096
Enquiry to Bosch for a suitable magneto for the 20 HP chassis.11th Jan 1928West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan097
The production difficulties and unsatisfactory results in manufacturing a worm and nut for a free steering system.13th Jan 1928West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan098
Preliminary cold distribution tests conducted on Weir type induction pipes for the Phantom model.3rd Jan 1928West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan099
Proposed tests to improve fuel distribution by lowering the carburettor position by lengthening the weir pipe bend.3rd Jan 1928West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan100
Induction pipe design, carburettor performance, and fuel distribution issues, specifically mentioning the 10-EX and Phantom models.3rd Jan 1928West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan101
Engine manifold design, comparing six-port and four-port systems for improved fuel distribution.3rd Jan 1928West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan102
Further tests on carburettors and induction systems for the 10-EX, Phantom, and Silver Ghost models.14th Jan 1928West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan103
Experimental results from testing various combinations of features for tungsten ignition contact points.14th Jan 1928West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan104
Summary of conclusions from a series of tests on distributor components, comparing performance with and without a scrubbing action.14th Jan 1928West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan105
Continuation of a report on experimental tests of tungsten points and ignition coils.22th Nov 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan106
Main switch magnet circuit and interlock system for a Super Sports sequence starter.14th Jan 1927West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan107
Continued discussion on carbon contacts, electrical and mechanical interlocks, and motor armature operation.14th Jan 1928West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan108
Tests of three new exhaust manifold designs against the standard manifold on a 20 HP engine.17th Jan 1928West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan109
Report discussing power loss in a standard manifold and comparing experimental designs with sketches.17th Jan 1928West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan110
Note on increasing the pipe diameter of an experimental manifold to improve unidirectional flow.17th Jan 1928West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan111
Performance graph comparing various experimental exhaust manifolds against a standard manifold and open exhausts on a 20 HP engine.17th Jan 1928West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan112
Almost entirely illegible document with a purple ink stamp from the print room.17th Jan 1928West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan113
Performance report on a Stutz car, detailing specifications and road behaviour.18th Jan 1928West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan114
Test report on the performance of the gearbox, rear axle, brakes, and self-starter.18th Jan 1928West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan115
Engine noises and general engine behaviour.18th Jan 1928West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan116
Report page detailing engine performance, including speed, gearing, carburation, temperature and detonation.21th Jan 1928West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan117
Performance comparison report between a Stutz and a Phantom, including an acceleration graph.21th Jan 1928West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan118
Performance comparison of a Stutz versus a Phantom, including an acceleration graph and hill climb test results.1st Jan 1928West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan119
Graph of Engine RPM vs Road Speed for a New Safety Stutz (1927) 8 Cylinder car.3rd Apr 1928West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan120
With almost completely faded text, featuring a purple print room stamp.5th Jan 1928West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan121
Performance comparison between a Phantom and a Stutz vehicle, detailing tractive resistance, fuel consumption, and suspension qualities.5th Jan 1928West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan122
Continued report page detailing road test comparisons and dynamometer brake horsepower results for a Stutz vehicle.13th Jan 1928West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan123
Blueprint graph comparing the B.HP at road wheels of the Phantom and Stutz cars against road speed.13th Jan 1928West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan124
Performance comparison between a Stutz car and a Rolls-Royce Phantom, analyzing M.E.P. and displacement.20th Jan 1928West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan125
Radiator flow impairment caused by slime and hard water precipitates, detailing a cleaning solution and a change in tube design.9th Jan 1928West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan126
The testing schedule and experimental modifications for the Continental Phantom.1st Jan 1928West Wittering \ R \ 2December1927-February1928  Scan127


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