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Trial of an Andre shock damper that is adjustable from the dashboard.5th Nov 1930Box 28 \ 1  Scan161
Advertisement leaflet for Andre Telecontrol adjustable shock-absorbers.5th Nov 1930Box 28 \ 1  Scan162
Promotional brochure for 'Telecontrol' dash-adjustable shock absorbers.1st Oct 1930Box 28 \ 1  Scan163
Advertisement for Andre new series standard shock absorbers, models 298, 302, and 306, detailing features and prices.1st Oct 1930Box 28 \ 1  Scan164
Request to keep a set of shock absorbers for testing.8th Nov 1930Box 28 \ 1  Scan165
Shock absorber issues, customer experiences, and proposed tests on cars in the U.S.A.13th Nov 1930Box 28 \ 1  Scan166
Finding and sending a print of a 'Delco' shock absorber.28th Nov 1930Box 28 \ 1  Scan167
Comparing Delco shock absorbers with the company's own, including feedback from road tests on a 25 HP and a Springfield Phantom I.1st Dec 1930Box 28 \ 1  Scan168
Picture of a shock absorber tried on a 25 HP vehicle in America and the attempt to get a blueprint.1st Dec 1930Box 28 \ 1  Scan169
Proposing to send a cable to acquire the latest Lovejoy shock absorbers from America.1st Dec 1930Box 28 \ 1  Scan170
Cable requesting the immediate despatch of the latest Lovejoy shock absorber for Royce.1st Dec 1930Box 28 \ 1  Scan171
Acknowledging receipt of a Delco-Lovejoy shock damper print and complaining about its delayed arrival.5th Dec 1930Box 28 \ 1  Scan172
Requesting the material composition of a Lovejoy-Delco shock damper body.9th Dec 1930Box 28 \ 1  Scan173
Inter-office correspondence detailing the settings for Delco Shock Absorbers on the MX-5 model.10th Dec 1930Box 28 \ 1  Scan174
Letter from Delco Products Corp. regarding shock absorber settings and adjustments.6th Nov 1932Box 28 \ 1  Scan175
Page 2 of a letter from Delco Products Corporation regarding shock absorber specifications and valving.6th Nov 1932Box 28 \ 1  Scan176
Advertisement for Lovejoy Duodraulic Double Acting Hydraulic Shock Absorbers.6th Nov 1932Box 28 \ 1  Scan177
Advertising leaflet for Lovejoy Duodraulic double-acting hydraulic shock absorbers.6th Nov 1932Box 28 \ 1  Scan178
Promotional document explaining the Duodraulic Double Acting Shock Absorber's patented control valves.13th Dec 1930Box 28 \ 1  Scan179
Sample Delco Lovejoy cast iron shock absorber damper.13th Dec 1930Box 28 \ 1  Scan180
The failure of a 'Delco' shock absorber and its replacement.16th Dec 1930Box 28 \ 1  Scan181
Note detailing a visit to the Delco plant to inspect their shock absorber technology and development.22th Dec 1930Box 28 \ 1  Scan182
Shock absorber production, testing, and comparative performance.6th Jan 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan183
Comparison of weights for Lovejoy and 20 HP Rear shock damper components.6th Jan 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan184
Twin-cylinder hydraulic damper produced by the Delco Co. and used on Cadillac vehicles.6th Jan 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan185
Patent situation and design considerations for shock dampers.6th Jan 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan186
Technical memo discussing valve, damper, and lubrication system designs.6th Jan 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan187
Comparison of the weights of individual components for Lovejoy and 20HP Rear shock dampers.6th Jan 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan188
Instructions for sectioning a Lovejoy Damper to expose various internal components.7th Jan 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan189
Requesting a pair of modified Phantom II rear shock absorbers for testing, outlining four specific modifications.9th Jan 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan190
The testing and adjustment mechanism of Delco adjustable hydraulic dampers.14th Jan 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan191
Damper performance, valve characteristics, and road test findings.30th Jan 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan192
Graphs showing the variation in maximum ball pin load available for a Delco adjustable damper.30th Jan 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan193
Heavily faded document, possibly a technical drawing, with a partial date stamp.30th Jan 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan194
Blueprint displaying six graphs of high and low pressure test results for a Delco II rear damper with a 12' lever and adjustable leak.30th Jan 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan195
Performance graphs for a Delco II Rear Damper with adjustable leak and 12' lever.16th May 1939Box 28 \ 1  Scan196
Diagram showing the eccentricity of valve passages for the 'Delco II' project, viewed from the high-pressure end.16th May 1939Box 28 \ 1  Scan197
Blueprint detailing the Delco II leak adjustment mechanism, including a section view through the shaft.8th Jul 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan198
Patent situation for double-acting hydraulic shock dampers in the UK and USA.20th Jan 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan199
Company's position on hydraulic shock damper patents in relation to competitors.20th Jan 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan200
Technical drawing with dimensions for a 'Delco' Inter Lever.23th Jan 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan201
Fitting of Delco Shock Dampers to Phantom I, Phantom II, and 25-EX models.24th Jan 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan202
Letter to Rolls-Royce (America) Inc. regarding the testing and fitting of Delco shock absorbers.26th Jan 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan203
Technical memorandum detailing tests and construction of Delco Lovejoy hydraulic dampers.30th Jan 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan204
Critique and functional analysis of a damper's venting, filtration, and valve mechanisms.30th Jan 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan205
Analysis of damper valve performance, focusing on high-pressure masked valves and comparisons with Delco systems.30th Jan 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan206
The development, testing, and patent situation regarding various shock damper designs.30th Jan 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan207
Comparison of weights for Lovejoy and 20 HP. Rear shock damper components.30th Jan 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan208
Graphical analysis of deflection and torsion in hydraulic damper levers and arms.3rd Feb 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan209
Very faint drawing with a purple Print Room stamp.3rd Feb 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan210
Performance data graphs and tables for front axle dampers with 7.5 levers.9th Jan 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan211
Diagrams showing Delco Damper performance characteristics under various conditions.9th Jan 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan212
Performance variation graphs for a Delco damper at different oil temperatures and pressures.9th Jan 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan213
Blueprint showing performance variation graphs and data for a Delco Damper.9th Jan 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan214
Graph showing the variation of ball pin load with axle velocity for a 7.5 inch lever.9th Jan 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan215
Diagram of a Lovejoy piston with cross-sections and notes on its assembly and function.3rd Feb 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan216
Faint blueprint drawing with a 'Print Room' reception stamp.3rd Feb 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan217
Blueprint showing cross-sections and specifications for a low pressure and high pressure valve.17th Feb 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan218
Blank document back or cover sheet with a Print Room date stamp.17th Feb 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan219
Graph and diagram illustrating Delco lever deflection tests.20th Jan 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan220
Heavily faded document page with a purple 'Print Room' stamp from Derby.3rd Feb 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan221
Covering note for a report on Delco Shock Absorbers.4th Feb 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan222
Specification chart for Delco low-pressure valve spring ratings for 'C' and 'G' types, detailing load and deflection for outer and inner springs.3rd Feb 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan223
Graph showing Delco valve spring ratings under low pressure.4th Feb 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan224
Blank document cover or reverse page with a Print Room date stamp.12th Mar 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan225
Specifications for Delco high and low pressure valve springs.4th Feb 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan226
Telegram regarding Malcolm Campbell's record using Andre shock absorbers and silentblocs.6th Feb 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan227
Despatch note for sectioned and scrapped Delco shock absorbers to be sent to Le Canadel.10th Feb 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan228
Design and development of Delco horizontal and double piston vertical type hydraulic shock absorbers.11th Feb 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan229
Works order for the despatch of parts for two Delco shock absorbers to Sir F.H. Royce.11th Feb 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan230
Issues with existing shock dampers and an evaluation of Delco-Lovejoy alternatives.23th Feb 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan231
Report page discussing lever, shaft, and damper component specifications and comparisons.28th Mar 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan232
Maintenance bulletin providing installation and adjustment instructions for Delco Lovejoy hydraulic shock absorbers.28th Mar 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan233
Fitting instructions for front shock absorbers and chassis lubrication piping.28th Mar 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan234
Instructions for the modification, adjustment, and care of shock absorber fittings and instruments.28th Mar 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan235
Schematic diagrams with measurements for component positioning and drilling.28th Mar 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan236
Letter to J. Lucas Ltd. inviting them to a meeting to discuss hydraulic shock absorbers.28th Mar 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan237
Letter from Luvax Limited confirming a meeting to discuss hydraulic shock absorbers.30th Mar 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan238
Sending a Delco Lovejoy Rear Hydraulic Shock Absorber to Luvax Ltd. to quote a price for manufacturing.10th Apr 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan239
Letter to Luvax Ltd. concerning a Delco Rear Shock Absorber and a request for a manufacturing quote.10th Apr 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan240
Letter accompanying a drawing for testing front shock absorbers and dampers.13th Apr 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan241
Letter from Luvax Limited regarding the examination of a Delo Lovejoy shock absorber and the preparation of a similar L.C. type.13th Apr 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan242
Request to procure and forward a set of Andre Telecontrol Friction Shock Absorbers for fitting.14th Apr 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan243
Price correction for Andre Telecontrol friction shock absorbers.20th Apr 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan244
Clarifying whether 'a set' of Andre Telecontrol Friction Shock Absorbers refers to two or four units.23th Apr 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan245
Order of Andre Telecontrol Friction Shock Absorbers for a customer's Phantom car.23th Apr 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan246
Confirmation of price and placement of an order for Andre Telecontrol friction shock absorbers.23th Apr 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan247
Installation and adjustment instructions for Delco Lovejoy hydraulic shock absorbers.28th Apr 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan248
Instructions for fitting front Delco shock absorbers to various chassis, including part specifications.28th Apr 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan249
Instructions for chassis lubrication piping, shock absorber adjustment, and care for Delco units.28th Apr 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan250
Diagrams showing rear absorber frame drilling dimensions and Delco rear absorber mounting.28th Apr 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan251
Sketches for Delco front absorber mounts on different chassis ranges.29th Apr 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan252
Supplier's recommendation to use Multiplex shock absorbers over the single type for the 40/50 HP Continental Chassis.29th Apr 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan253
Instructions for reforming and testing Delco shock absorbers on various car models.6th May 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan254
Endurance testing and modifications for 40/50 HP hydraulic shock absorbers.6th May 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan255
Letter from Luvax Limited regarding the completion and delivery of special L.C. and M.P. type shock absorbers.6th May 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan256
Letter discussing wear issues on shock absorber bushes and clarifying load specifications.11th May 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan257
The concluding page of a letter signed by a Technical Production Engineer.4th Jul 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan258
Letter from Luvax Limited regarding a representative's visit to discuss shock absorbers.4th Jul 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan259
Letter from Luvax Limited acknowledging a previous letter and proposing a future meeting.17th Aug 1931Box 28 \ 1  Scan260


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