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Modifications for a 25HP radiator to achieve a deeper appearance, including a scale drawing.23th Dec 1930West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan166
Testing the force required to operate radiator shutters, diagnosing friction issues, and proposing design geometry changes.24th Dec 1929West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan167
Proposal for a 4-shoe brake system adapted for the front brakes of the Phantom II.24th Dec 1930West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan168
Design change to the filter in hydraulic shock dampers.24th Dec 1930West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan169
Future design possibilities for the 20/25HP model, including engine enlargement and weight reduction.24th Dec 1930West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan170
Comparative table of various chassis specifications and a memo regarding weight reduction and increasing engine capacity.18th Dec 1930West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan171
Potential engine modifications to increase length, bore, and capacity.18th Dec 1930West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan172
Comparison of various car models based on their 'Displacement Per Ton' metric, with handwritten annotations.18th Dec 1930West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan173
The pros and cons of drawing intake air from the crankchamber for twin type carburetters.26th Dec 1930West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan174
On American car production experience, with notes on improving acceleration and steering.26th Dec 1930West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan175
Merits and technical details of increasing the engine size of the 25HP model.27th Dec 1930West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan176
Letter discussing the strategy of mass production with quality, with comparisons to Ford and American competitors.2nd Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan177
Engine specifications and chassis design for a 25HP car model.2nd Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan178
Proposed engine modifications, their impact on weight and cost, and torque reaction issues with the 18-EX model.5th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan179
Design issues with a revised luggage grid, specifically regarding number plate placement and ground clearance.5th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan180
Patent situation and design considerations for double-acting shock dampers.6th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan181
Technical memorandum discussing damper design, including slack removal, lubrication, and specific design considerations.6th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan182
Dynamo output issues and proposing a voltage control vibrator as a solution.6th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan183
Dynamo output, battery charging, and potential failure schemes for a vibrator.6th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan184
Difficulties and strategy for the American car trade, including the introduction of a new 12-cylinder engine.6th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan185
Comparing two design schemes (3193 and 1413) for a universal dashboard.18th Jan 1934West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan186
Preliminary specification document for a 28HP chassis.1st Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan187
Design suggestions and cost-saving measures for a new chassis, including the L.H. 28HP model.1st Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan188
Page discussing the maintenance of production flow for right and left-hand chassis.9th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan189
Suggestion to replace 60 watt headlamp bulbs with 48 watt bulbs to better manage battery discharge and to standardize all bulbs used in the chassis.9th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan190
Modifications to a two-charge electrical system for a car.10th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan191
P. 2 piston being too short and proposing trials for a modified, longer version.10th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan192
Feasibility of machining a 3.4 bore cylinder on existing 25HP centres for a 28HP cylinder block.10th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan193
Failure of a 25HP exhaust manifold and potential design improvements.10th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan194
Modifications and material trials for a double piston shock damper design.10th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan195
Proposed modifications to a piston for an epicyclic 3rd-speed gearbox with revised vacuum control.10th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan196
Design and production problems, discussing the need for more economical production to compete with the USA.10th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan197
The conclusion of a report thanking Mr. Hives and recommending strengthening the purely technical staff.11th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan198
Design specifications for the 25HP model, covering the back axle, gearbox, and radiator.11th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan199
Improvements for thermostatically controlled radiator shutters to manage water temperature and improve carburation.1st Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan200
Methods for interior car heating, preferring hot water over exhaust systems.11th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan201
Connecting rod length for the Improved 25HP engine, analysing vibration and comparing ratios.11th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan202
Engine connecting rod lengths and ratios for different engine types.13th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan203
The preliminary general arrangement for a 28HP engine, detailing modifications and design particulars.13th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan204
Re-design of the engine mounting for the improved 25HP chassis.13th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan205
Requesting modifications to the Phantom 2's thermo-operated shutters and radiator tank.1st Jan 1930West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan206
Causes of ignition coil failure and potential design improvements.15th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan207
Comparison of ignition coil insulation with American counterparts, discussing potential improvements through methods like vacuum impregnation and oil filling.15th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan208
Proposed modification to the design of hydraulic shock dampers, focusing on the piston and side links.15th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan209
Hand-drawn sketch of a mechanical assembly with design notes.15th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan210
Strategy for patent renewals, favoring numerous inexpensive, defensive patents.15th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan211
Design of the Japan 3 crankshaft damper and spring drive.15th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan212
With a diagram proposing modifications to the front engine suspension for the 'Japan 3' model.15th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan213
Proposed modifications to the rear axle, bearings, and brake gear due to an increase in engine power.16th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan214
Query regarding the replacement of a roller bearing with a ball bearing on a gearbox reverse shaft.16th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan215
Advantages and disadvantages of long versus short connecting rods in 25HP and 45HP car engines.16th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan216
Responding to Mr. Elliott, discussing the relationship between the rod length to crank radius ratio and its effects on engine forces and flywheel inertia.4th Jun 1934West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan217
Flywheel vibrations at high speeds and proposed solutions involving stiffer shafts or double bearings.4th Jun 1934West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan218
Pros and cons of magneto ignition versus battery ignition systems.17th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan219
Approval of a dashboard drawing.7th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan220
Value of magneto reserve ignition and proposing a switch to a double battery system.17th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan221
Request from America for silver instrument dials instead of black ones.19th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan222
Dispatch of a replacement print showing a horizontal section of a Japan 3 cylinder head.19th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan223
Longer experimental pistons for the P.2 engine, with reference to accompanying illustrations.20th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan224
Torque reaction vibrations at low speeds and an engine firing in the silencer on a 45HP car.20th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan225
The Japan 3 cylinder head, discussing starting torque and compression ratio.20th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan226
Proposal to use a right-hand drive engine in a left-hand drive 'Japan 3' chassis.20th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan227
Design improvements for the 'Japan Engine', focusing on crankshafts, vibration, engine torque arms, and radiator mounting.21th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan228
Design sketch for a starter handle shaft and a confirmation of a telegram regarding design simplification.21th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan229
Suitability of an American-style folding arm luggage carrier for European customers and comparing market requirements.22th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan230
Design and location of a toolbox, customer objections, and its proposed contents.22th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan231
Confirmation of a telegram suggesting tests on China crankshafts with different pin diameters.22th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan232
Design revisions for the 'Japan 3' engine scheme, including shaft diameters and cylinder skirts.22th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan233
Preferred arrangement of battery cells based on width, referencing a National Accumulator catalogue.23th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan234
More cost-effective and higher capacity battery for the Japan 3 model.23th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan235
Magneto ignition issues, coil insulation, and spark plug gap settings for 25HP and 45HP cars.23th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan236
Design and modifications for a petrol tank for the 'Japan 3' project.23th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan237
Alternative reverse gear designs for the Japan 3 gearbox.23th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan238
Hand-drawn schematic of a gearbox design with annotations.24th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan239
Design modifications for torque arms, engine suspension, and gears.24th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan240
Referencing a print of a Japan crankshaft with a pinion formed solid with the shaft.24th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan241
Potential design simplifications and improvements for the Japan 3 engine.25th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan242
Design proposals for an eccentrically engaged reverse gear mechanism, with sketches.25th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan243
Potential gearbox design modifications, including a simplified diagram of a gear layout.25th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan244
Sketch of a 'Swinging Reverse' mechanism, labelled as Sketch 1.25th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan245
Urgent final recommendation sketch for a shaft and pinion assembly.26th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan246
Designs for crankshaft pinion timing gears and a proposed modification to an existing 25HP engine to cure flywheel vibration.26th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan247
Comparison of four different designs for a journal and flywheel flange.27th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan248
Sending an experimental double rear crank bearing for testing on a 20/25 engine.27th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan249
Cover note for a blueprint detailing a proposed arrangement of units for both right and left-hand chassis.27th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan250
Chassis modifications and drawings for the Continental Touring 20/25 model.27th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan251
Proposed rear road springs for the 20/25 HP Continental Touring Chassis.28th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan252
Failure of a low inertia slipper wheel (crankshaft damper disc) and suggesting design improvements to strengthen it.28th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan253
Design proposals and challenges for the Japan 3 engine components, including the crankshaft, flywheel, and gear arrangements.28th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan254
Design notes and sketches for various mechanical components, including a nose support and crankshaft assembly.27th Oct 1937West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan255
Modifying the crankcase oil filler to be larger, allowing oil to be poured directly from a can.26th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan256
Scheme 3025 for the Phantom II exhaust system, reverting to an original design for holding down bolts.28th Jan 1930West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan257
Cost-saving modifications to the spring anchorages for the Japan 3 model.29th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan258
Phantom II exhaust system and a new design for the aluminium silencer cutout.29th Jan 1930West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan259
Design choices for the Japan 3 engine, including ignition, governors, and connecting rod lengths.29th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan260
Summary of a letter discussing engine design schemes, vibrations, and a proposal for a new, larger capacity engine as a response to competitors.29th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan261
Engine and flywheel vibration issues in various car designs.7th Nov 1925West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan262
Engine balance, crankshaft stresses, high revolutions, and steering issues.29th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan263
On the Japan 3 engine design, comparing 6-cylinder and 12-cylinder options.29th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan264
Potential modifications to the front end of a vehicle frame for 'Japan 3'.29th Jan 1931West Wittering \ V \ October1930-February1931  Scan265


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