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Analysis of a Delco-Remy dual contact breaker distributor assembly.20th Oct 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan136
Description of the contact breaker, auto-advance mechanism, and distributor assembly.20th Oct 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan137
Examination of a distributor's contact points and head after a bench test.20th Oct 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan138
Distributor performance with a Delco-Remy coil and their method of riveting tungsten points.22th Oct 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan139
Tests conducted on thermostats for 40/50 models, comparing different fillings and their effect on running temperatures.22th Oct 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan140
Continuation of a report on shutter bearing loads, thrust, and pull during travel.22th Oct 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan141
Chart and graph detailing the operating characteristics of different thermostat-operated shutters.22th Oct 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan142
Tests conducted on the Phantom II carburetter silencer to address excessive noise.22th Oct 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan143
Alterations to a carburetter silencer to improve silence and regain power, including performance test results.22th Oct 1924West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan144
Table comparing lap speeds in M.P.H. for various carburettor and air silencer test configurations.26th Oct 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan145
Air silencer and carburettor performance, detailing maximum speed and acceleration tests on car 19-EX.22th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan146
Test results and a proposal to adopt an air silenced carburettor as standard for Phantom II cars.22th Oct 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan147
Page detailing the function of baffles in preventing dust from entering the carburetter.22th Nov 1932West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan148
Graph comparing engine Brake Horsepower (BHP) against RPM for different carburetter configurations.22th Oct 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan149
Blank document page with a purple ink stamp from the Print Room.22th Oct 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan150
Investigation into customer complaints regarding hydraulic shock absorber maintenance, specifically knocking and slack links.25th Oct 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan151
Causes and solutions for knocking sounds, focusing on pin wear, connecting tubes, and choked air vents.25th Oct 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan152
Continued report on damper issues, focusing on oil leaks and instances of maltreatment by chauffeurs.25th Oct 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan153
Summary of customer complaints regarding damper leaks and knocking, with proposed design changes.25th Oct 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan154
Continued memo discussing the investigation of issues with shock damper arms and 'mysterious knockers'.25th Oct 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan155
Tests and improvements on various car components.27th Oct 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan156
Continued memo discussing making tests on the standard clutch.27th Oct 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan157
Testing and standardisation of an improved moulded Dagenite vent for the Standard Phantom II battery.30th Oct 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan158
Test on flywheel vibrations and deflection for a 25 HP engine.31th Oct 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan159
Test report on flywheel deflection under various loads for a 20 HP engine.24th Oct 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan160
The inspection and testing of a 48 coil high output dynamo from chassis 23-EX.3rd Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan161
Potential purchase of a Maybach car to inform the development of a twelve-cylinder engine.3rd Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan162
Potential solutions for vibrations in the 25 HP engine, including crankshaft counter-weights and a single-piece crankcase/block.5th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan163
Experiments conducted to investigate 25 HP engine vibrations.5th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan164
Analysis of engine and flywheel vibrations through a series of component tests on crankshafts and flywheels.5th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan165
The disturbing factor of 'long couples' in a six-cylinder crankshaft.5th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan166
Results of radiator tube tests conducted at Brooklands.6th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan167
Use of wind tunnels for obtaining test results and continuing investigations on turbulence.6th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan168
Flywheel vibration test data for a 25 HP engine, detailing deflection measurements under increasing loads.6th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan169
Data table of deflection measurements in inches for No. 6 crank at Top Dead Centre under varying loads.6th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan170
Blueprint showing a dimensioned lever arm attached to a No. 6 bearing assembly.7th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan171
The Alfa Romeo and Aston-Martin vehicles at the 1930 Motor Show.6th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan172
Notes on engine balance, dual ignition systems, and different types of petrol pumps.6th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan173
Cutaway diagram illustrating the components of the S.U. Co.'s Kent fuel pump.1st Mar 1932West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan174
Descriptive document with a diagram of the S.U. Hydraulic Fuel Pump and its operation.1st Mar 1932West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan175
Investigation into a 'boom' noise on Phantom II models at 60 M.P.H.10th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan176
Test report detailing efforts to resolve a 'boom' or vibration issue by modifying engine mountings.1st Nov 1936West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan177
Investigating engine 'boom' noise by modifying the exhaust manifold and concluding vibration is the root cause.10th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan178
Clearance for the Phantom II scuttle isolation.11th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan179
Cover note for a report detailing difficulties experienced while testing the Salerni Coupling, deeming it impractical.11th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan180
Review of the operation of the Salerni coupling device on RAC.7.11th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan181
The operation of a clutch and gearbox system, including gear changes and starting procedures.11th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan182
Gear engagement difficulties related to the Salerni coupling and cone brake.11th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan183
Blueprint diagram of a Salerni coupling in its free-wheeling position.11th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan184
Largely blank document page with a purple ink date stamp in the bottom right corner.11th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan185
The standardisation and endurance testing of Watford Type LW6A magnetos with tungsten points.2nd Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan186
The electrical performance testing of magnetos, comparing tungsten and platinum points.2nd Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan187
Proposed experiments on the Salerni coupling and Maybach clutch for project EAC.7.18th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan188
Tests on the Phantom II suspension system and its rebound characteristics.8th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan189
Preliminary tests on restraining the rear axle movement for the Phantom II suspension.17th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan190
Tests of different sling lengths and their effect on buffer clearance and axle movement.17th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan191
Tests and opinions on road springs for the Phantom II Flexible model.18th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan192
Customer issues with shock absorbers in the U.S.A. and a comparison with Delco alternatives.18th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan193
Feedback and test results for car 25-EX in the U.S.A. after 1900 miles.18th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan194
Comparative analysis of steering, springing, and acceleration performance, with proposed improvements and criticisms.8th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan195
Amount of rebound restraint for the Phantom II suspension.8th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan196
On preliminary tests for the Phantom II suspension, specifically concerning rear axle movement on rebound.17th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan197
Road tests investigating different sling lengths and their effect on buffer clearance and axle movement.17th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan198
The collection and renovation of experimental cars 27-EX and 18-EX.19th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan199
Cause and cure for spitting in the silencer, particularly on Phantom 1 cars.20th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan200
The effects of a low speed choke tube on engine spitting and carburation.30th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan201
Further tests investigating an engine spitting issue on car 22-EX.20th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan202
Tests conducted to eliminate engine vibrations in 20/25 HP cars.21th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan203
Proposal to standardise Cotton 'A' fabrics for torque reaction dampers on 20/25 HP cars.21th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan204
Drawing of a Torque Reaction Damper for a 20/25 HP model.21th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan205
Experiments conducted to investigate vibrations in a 25 HP unit.21th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan206
Experiments to analyze engine vibrations on a 25 HP model.21th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan207
Analysis of crankcase and bearing cap distortion, concluding on the importance of assembly rigidity.21th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan208
Graph showing crankcase and flywheel deflections for a 25 HP engine.21th Nov 1938West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan209
Blank or illegible document page with a purple ink stamp in the bottom right corner.21th Nov 1938West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan210
Alterations and testing of starting carburetters with fixed maximum restriction.21th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan211
New lubrication scheme for Phantom II front shock absorbers.30th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan212
Springing and suspension tests on a Phantom II car using a water spilling method to measure riding comfort.26th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan213
Effects of damping, weight distribution, and seating on vehicle pitching and ride comfort.26th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan214
Analysis of passenger discomfort and recommendations for improving riding comfort through changes in body design, weight distribution, and damping.26th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan215
Graph showing the effect of shock damping on rear seat riding comfort at different road speeds.26th Nov 1936West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan216
Graph from springing tests on a 20 Ex model, showing the effect of weight distribution on rear seat riding comfort.26th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan217
Tests concerning high-speed engine roughness for the 25 HP model, specifically involving the flywheel and bearings.28th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan218
Blueprint of a Tail Bearing for a 25 HP Flywheel.28th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan219
Almost illegible document with a purple 'PRINT ROOM' stamp.28th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan220
Note received from H.S. in the U.S.A. regarding feedback on clutch performance and brake squeaks on car 25-KT.22th Nov 1930West Wittering \ U \ August1930-November1930  Scan221
New recommendations for Bijur lubrication of front and rear axles.1st Jan 1930West Wittering \ U \ January1930-April1930  Scan001
Improvements to the axle lubrication system, including air-vessels, the one-shot chassis system and the Bijur pump.1st Jan 1930West Wittering \ U \ January1930-April1930  Scan002
Instruction book update on the lubrication of axles with an oil gun for 20 HP and Phantom II models.1st Jan 1930West Wittering \ U \ January1930-April1930  Scan003
Quotation and details for a Westinghouse Rectifier Set for car batteries.1st Jan 1930West Wittering \ U \ January1930-April1930  Scan004
Tests concerning the effect of two spare wheels on the steering, skidding, and riding comfort of a Phantom 11.2nd Jan 1930West Wittering \ U \ January1930-April1930  Scan005
Summary of the riding comfort effects of carrying two spare wheels at the rear of the vehicle.2nd Jan 1930West Wittering \ U \ January1930-April1930  Scan006
The performance and control of a dynamo-battery system, considering different switch configurations and control brush positions.1st Jan 1930West Wittering \ U \ January1930-April1930  Scan007
Output curves and specifications of a standard 20 HP dynamo.1st Jan 1930West Wittering \ U \ January1930-April1930  Scan008
Continued discussion on dynamo output control, exploring options like twin control brushes and bimetal thermostats.2nd Jan 1930West Wittering \ U \ January1930-April1930  Scan009
Different types of thermostats, their application, and the advantages of a dynamo-incorporated thermostatic output control.2nd Jan 1930West Wittering \ U \ January1930-April1930  Scan010
Graph showing various output curves for a 20 HP dynamo against RPM and chassis speed.2nd Jan 1930West Wittering \ U \ January1930-April1930  Scan011
Heavily faded document with a purple 'Print Room Derby' date stamp.2nd Jan 1930West Wittering \ U \ January1930-April1930  Scan012
The experimental use and production of intermediate output dynamos for testing.3rd Jan 1930West Wittering \ U \ January1930-April1930  Scan013
The results of a bumping test on drilled and grooved 20 HP road springs.6th Jan 1930West Wittering \ U \ January1930-April1930  Scan014


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