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Description and patent suggestions for a non-expanding carburetter's accelerator pump.23th Jul 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan228
Description of a carburetter's starting device, piston valve, and other novel features of the P. 2. non-expanding carburetter.24th Jul 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan229
Sending schemes for pipe coils related to the 20/25HP centralised chassis lubrication system.24th Jul 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan230
Improved aero engine cylinder construction with a new steel and rubber ring joint design.24th Jul 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan231
The design, modifications, and fitting instructions for a Front Apron (P.2) on the Phantom chassis.24th Jul 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan232
Arrangement of controls for the starting carburetter with a single universal joint.25th Jul 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan233
Request to send longer bolts to coachbuilder Barker's for a body's rear support.25th Jul 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan234
Leaking backing light switch and potential design or fitting modifications to fix the issue.14th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan235
Request for replacement copies of mislaid drawings for a battery, a petrol tank fitting scheme, and a related critical note.14th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan236
Modifications to petrol tank fittings, reserve tank device, and luggage grids.14th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan237
Design requirements for a luggage grid, rear apron, and petrol tank.15th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan238
Report addressing points arising from a 6,000-mile test of the 24-EX vehicle.15th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan239
Potential improvements for shutters, carburation, and dynamo charging.16th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan240
New locomotive-type brake shoe design for the front axle to address brake squeaking.16th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan241
Modifications to the bonnet, dash, and radiator for the 20/25HP model.16th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan242
Scheme for the 20HP centralised chassis lubrication system on the front axle.18th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan243
The failure of aluminium exhaust boxes and suggesting a switch to cast iron or other stronger alloys.20th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan244
Piping arrangement for the centralised chassis lubrication system on the 20/25HP model.20th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan245
Brake thumping and carburation performance of a 25HP car following a 700-mile drive.20th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan246
Engine oil consumption and potential remedies to increase the oil reserve.21th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan247
The proposal to place the starting carburetter control stop on the dashboard.21th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan248
Design features of new, non-expanding twin carburettors.21th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan249
Page from a memo discussing carburetter design improvements and their potential application.21th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan250
Design of the L.H. P. 2 sump drain plug, comparing an original design with a newer one featuring an insert.21th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan251
Replacement of the 'China' engine with the 'Japan' engine, citing advantages in reliability and suitability for double carburetter and ignition.22th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan252
The urgent need to improve the change gear position for the Phantom engine.22th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan253
Progress of an experiment fitting a Salerni coupling to model 14-EX.23th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan254
Confirming the dispatch of drawings for a twin carburetter for the Phantom chassis.23th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan255
Comparative analysis of different cooling system radiator tube configurations and their performance.24th Aug 1929West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan256
The design and standardization of a K.S. petrol gauge tank fitting.26th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan257
Options for replacing the standard Klaxon horn, including sourcing from Bosch, Klaxon, or manufacturing in-house.26th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan258
Screwing oil sump and filter sludge drain plugs directly into aluminium components.26th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan259
Queries about radiator mounting and lubrication for the 24-EX 10,000 mile car.28th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan260
Radiator water loss and the design of a square tube radiator for the Phantom II.31th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan261
Radiator design, bonnet ventilation, and improving bonnet louvres and locks.31th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan262
Radiator shutter friction, rejecting a spring solution in favour of modifying the lower bearing design.31th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan263
Outlining a scheme for a new radiator using a spring-loaded valve and short nozzles to prevent water loss.31th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan264
Document LeC. 2816, showing an induction pipe and hot spot for a twin carburetter.31th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan265
Future of compression ignition engines, specifically comparing 2-cycle and 4-cycle designs.31th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan266
Single sleeve two-cycle and four-cycle engine designs, referencing Ricardo's work and the development of new cylinder models.1st Sep 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan267
Listing textual alterations for a previous memo concerning the Phantom II.1st Sep 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan268
Summary comparing different change gear (gearbox) schemes, focusing on silence and ease of use.1st Sep 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan269
Comparing freewheel, jaw clutch, and synchro-mesh gearbox designs from various automotive manufacturers.2nd Sep 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan270
Oil leakage from the back of 20/25 and 40/50 gearboxes and the correct placement of a drain hole.2nd Sep 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan271
Failures in chromium plating and suggesting a more reliable and cost-effective method using a nickel undercoat.4th Sep 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan272
Modifications to the radiator shutters and bottom bearings for the 20/25HP model.6th Sep 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan273
Use of 'Air Maze' gauze screens as air filters for cars intended for Australia and India.9th Sep 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan274
Instructions to modify the 20/25HP propeller shaft to address vibration issues by increasing its diameter and theoretical whirling speed.11th Sep 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan275
The design of thermostatically controlled shutters, rejecting the use of springs.15th Sep 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan276
Design requirements for thermostatically controlled radiator shutters and associated cooling system improvements.16th Sep 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan277
Confirming the completion of design work for twin carburetter controls with the dispatch of associated documents.17th Sep 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan278
Increase in hand brake lever movement for a left-hand chassis.17th Sep 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan279
Reasons and features for developing a new head for the 'Japan' engine.20th Sep 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan280
Requesting information on the increased cooling value of the Anderton Brown tube for radiators.20th Sep 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan281
Design and progress of a two-way foot switch for a central lamp scheme.20th Sep 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan282
Design and progress of a two-way foot switch for the central lamp scheme.20th Sep 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan283
Radiator shutter friction and a proposed modification to the thermostat linkage.20th Sep 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan284
Experimental modification to the Phantom clutch plate to reduce its weight.23th Sep 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan285
Arrangement of epicyclic trains for a 25HP gearbox for testing purposes.25th Sep 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan286
From 'R' proposing a shared-use car in France for trials, exhibition, and personal use to reduce costs.26th Sep 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan287
Requesting a set of new Marchel headlamps for testing and comparing bulb amperage against French and German lamps.26th Sep 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan288
Specifications for building a replica of the 26-EX experimental car.26th Sep 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan289
Decision not to retain a Quadruplex pump due to concerns about wear from grit and sand.27th Sep 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan290
Suggesting an investigation into matching the thermal expansion coefficients of aluminium and steel alloys for aero engine components.29th Sep 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan291
Improvements and the standardisation of the radiator and cooling system for the P.2 & 25HP models.29th Sep 1930West Wittering \ U \ 2January1930-September1930  Scan292
The testing of a new speedometer at Brooklands, detailing its accuracy and the effects of tyre diameter.14th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan001
Continued report on speedometer testing, comparing American cars to the company's own.4th May 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan002
Correspondence regarding the development and testing of an experimental K.S. petrol gauge unit.4th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan003
Testing a centrally vented petrol tank and dashboard gauge unit under pressure.4th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan004
Page outlining requirements for a tank unit's positioning and venting arrangements.4th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan005
The successful 11,000-mile test of a push button switch without carbon contacts, recommending its standardisation.8th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan006
Test report on the friction horsepower and mechanical efficiency of a Phantom II engine.18th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan007
Engagement tests for the Phantom II sequence starter, specifically the sharp-edged motor pinion and flywheel gear.20th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan008
Test report on a motor and crankshaft rig, detailing various operational trials and their outcomes.20th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan009
Test report detailing the results of engagement and endurance tests on a gear mechanism under varying voltage conditions.20th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan010
Test report page detailing pinion and gear engagement performance and attributing burring to a high voltage test.20th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan011
Report recommending hardening flywheel gear teeth to reduce burring and chipping, based on preliminary test results.20th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan012
Reverting to 5 or 10 degree helical teeth and the potential impact on the main control spring.1st Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan013
The fourth series of Brooklands tests comparing radiator and cooling system performance.21th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan014
Radiator matrix performance, cooling efficiency, and the effects of bonnet ventilation at various speeds.21th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan015
Improving engine cooling system efficiency through various modifications.21th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan016
Analysis of gear ratio, ignition, and cooling performance, with a comparison to Chrysler and plans for further tests.21th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan017
Page from a test report outlining the conditions for testing, including shutter settings, fan modifications, gear ratios, and car load.28th Feb 1921West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan018
Test report table showing radiator temperatures under various bonnet ventilation and fan belt conditions.28th Feb 1921West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan019
Table comparing radiator performance and specifications under various bonnet ventilation and fan configurations.28th Feb 1921West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan020
Test report detailing the effect of various car alterations on top water temperature.28th Feb 1921West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan021
Full throttle test results comparing top water temperatures for different vehicle configurations and speeds.28th Feb 1921West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan022
Comparison of cooling system performance between a Chrysler and a Rolls-Royce Phantom II under various speed and throttle conditions.22th Apr 1931West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan023
Comparative vehicle cooling tests at Brooklands, comparing a Phantom II with five other cars.22th Apr 1931West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan024
Comparison of cooling system volumes and performance against competitor vehicles like Pierce Arrow and Graham Paige.25th Aug 1931West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan025
Report comparing 25 HP and 30 HP cars, with maximum speed test results for various models and chassis.25th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan026
Comparative table of radiator face area, volume, and on-track temperature for various car models.26th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan027
Comparative graphs of acceleration figures and speedometer calibrations for various vehicles.26th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan028
Comparative chart of technical specifications and performance data for various American and Rolls-Royce cars.26th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan029
Bench tests of thermostat radiator shutters to investigate operational lag and hysteresis loss.26th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan030
Shutter friction losses, comparing the effort required and operating temperatures for different shutter types.26th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan031
The performance of thermostat-controlled radiator shutters and recommendations for improvement.26th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan032
Drawing showing the suggested location of a large Smithermet component.19th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan033
40/50 clutch tests comparing the burnout resistance of a new fabric-lined clutch with a standard one.30th Aug 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan034
Spring inter-leaving material and issues with clutch performance compared to American standards.31th May 1931West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan035


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