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Letter from C.C. Wakefield & Co. to the Experimental Department regarding a list of garages supplying CASTROL 'XL' motor oil.12th Jan 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan090
List of garages in France stocking Castrol 'XL' motor oil.11th Jan 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan091
Letter from C.C. Wakefield & Co. Ltd. concerning an amended list for obtaining supplies of Castrol 'XL' on the Riviera.20th Jan 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan092
List of stockists for Castrol 'XL' motor oil in France.20th Jan 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan093
Renewed request from Castrol to recommend their oil, referencing a past refusal and alleged use in company trials.27th Jan 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan094
Letter from C.C. Wakefield & Co. Ltd. to E.W. Hives regarding an upcoming visit.27th Jan 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan095
Testing and proposing the standardisation of Wakefields Castrol oil as an alternative to Prices oil due to better availability.29th Jan 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan096
Urgent internal memo regarding the use of Castrol oil and a reply to Sir Charles Wakefield.30th Jan 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan097
Letter to C.C. Wakefield & Co. Ltd. requesting gear oil samples for analysis and discussing oil specifications and usage.30th Jan 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan098
Letter from C.C. Wakefield & Co. Ltd. arranging a meeting with Mr. Hives in Derby.1st Feb 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan099
From CJ to Hs regarding Castrol, requesting a Standardisation Sheet and proposed wording for the Instruction Book.2nd Feb 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan100
The availability of Castrol 'XL' Motor Oil in the French Riviera.3rd Feb 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan101
List of garages in France stocking Castrol 'XL' Motor Oil.8th Jan 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan102
Letter to C.C. Wakefield & Co. regarding the despatch of oil samples for analysis.4th Feb 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan103
Complete analysis of Wakefields Castrol oil compared to Prices oil.1st Feb 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan104
Letter from C.C. Wakefield & Co. Ltd. regarding the international availability of CASTROL 'XL' motor oil.8th Feb 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan105
Letter from C.C. Wakefield & Co. confirming receipt of gear oil samples for their research department.9th Feb 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan106
Proposal to standardise the use of Wakefields lubricating oil as an alternative to Prices oil.2nd Feb 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan107
List of garages in France that stock Castrol 'XL' Motor Oil.17th Nov 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan108
Letter from C.C. Wakefield & Co. regarding the examination of gear oil samples and offering 'Castrol S' Gear Oil.17th Nov 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan109
From CJ to Hs. about a laboratory report regarding the analysis of Wakefields and Prices oils.1st Feb 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan110
Chasing a delayed laboratory report on Wakefield and Prices oils.1st Feb 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan111
Letter to Wakefield & Co. Ltd. enclosing a chemist's report on 'XL' oil compared with Prices 'C', requesting comments.24th Feb 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan112
The examination and composition of two oil samples, labelled 'A' and 'B'.22th Feb 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan113
Comparative tests on two oil samples examining viscosity and separation of asphaltic bodies after heating.25th Feb 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan114
Letter from C.C. Wakefield & Co. Ltd. acknowledging a communication and advising of a delay in response pending the return of their Chief Chemist.25th Feb 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan115
Laboratory report on Wakefields 'XL' oil, indicating further tests are required.1st Mar 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan116
Laboratory report on a sample of Castrol 'S' Gear Oil regarding its acid content and viscosity.1st Mar 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan117
Letter from C.C. Wakefield & Co. Limited (Castrol) arranging a meeting with Mr. E.W. Hives.2nd Mar 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan118
Standardisation of Wakefield's Oil and its inclusion in the Instruction Book.5th Mar 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan119
Letter from lubricant manufacturer C.C. Wakefield & Co. discussing oil analysis results for Motorine C and Castrol XL.10th Mar 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan120
Letter from C.C. Wakefield & Co. disagreeing with a report on the effect of fatty oil content on oil oxidation.10th Mar 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan121
Critique of a report on oils A & B submitted by the London, Midland and Scottish Railway Co's Laboratory.15th Mar 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan122
Tests and recommendations for alternative lubrication oils to 'Prices' oil, which is hard to obtain on the Continent.16th Mar 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan123
Comparing the quality, corporate history, and distribution of Wakefields, Prices, and Vacuum oils.22th Feb 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan124
Report from the London Midland & Scottish Railway Co. on the examination of two oil samples, 'A' and 'B'.22th Feb 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan125
Page 2 of an oil comparison report detailing a heat test on two samples, 'A' and 'B'.10th Mar 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan126
Letter from C.C. Wakefield & Co. Ltd. disagreeing with a report on Motorine 'C' and Castrol 'XL' oils.10th Mar 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan127
Report and criticism on the properties of two different types of oil, A and B.15th Mar 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan128
From CJ to Hs enquiring about the status of Wakefields' 'XL' Oil.23th Mar 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan129
The circulation of a report and standardisation sheet for Wakefields 'XL' OIL.23th Mar 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan130
Letter from C.C. Wakefield & Co. Ltd. arranging a meeting with Mr. E.W. Hives.23th Mar 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan131
Recommendations for wheel and tyre combinations, and the standardisation of oils.25th Mar 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan132
Experimental tests on various tyre types, focusing on performance issues like high-speed wobbles, noise, and skidding.25th Mar 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan133
Low-pressure tyres for the Phantom model and a note on oil alternatives.25th Mar 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan134
Differences between Prices and Wakefields oils, their composition, and availability.27th Mar 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan135
Request for technical details on the composition of 'XL' oil, specifically its fatty oil content, for comparison against 'Prices' oil.27th Mar 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan136
Standardisation document for the use of Wakefields 'XL' oil as an alternative to Prices oil.16th Mar 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan137
Alternative lubricating oils, their composition, and a proposal for testing.24th Mar 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan138
Approval of car oils, suggesting carbonisation tests, and consulting Mr. Ricardo.30th Mar 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan139
Letter from lubricant manufacturer C.C. Wakefield & Co. discussing the science of lubrication and specific oils.30th Mar 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan140
Letter from C. C. Wakefield & Co. Ltd. discussing the friction-reducing properties of various oils and fatty oil additives.30th Mar 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan141
Letter from the US to the UK office acknowledging receipt of a standardization sheet for Wakefield's 'XL' Oil.12th Apr 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan142
Letter to Messrs. C.C.Wakefield requesting a light mineral oil for hydraulic shock absorbers that ceases to flow at -15°C.20th May 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan143
Letter from C.C. Wakefield & Co. regarding an oil for a hydraulic shock absorber.21th May 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan144
Letter to Wakefield & Co. Ltd. regarding a sample of light mineral oil that is too thin and requesting its viscosity curve.21th Jun 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan145
Graph comparing the viscosity curves of supplied oil versus required oil using a Redwood Viscometer.23th Jun 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan146
Letter from C.C. Wakefield & Co. regarding the introduction of Castrol oil in Paris.23th Jun 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan147
Letter from C.C. Wakefield & Co. acknowledging receipt of a letter concerning Light Mineral Oil.23th Jun 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan148
Letter to Wakefield & Co. Ltd. regarding the use of Toneline and Wakefield's oils at the Paris and French depots.25th Jun 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan149
Letter from C.C. Wakefield & Co. regarding an oil viscosity curve and a sample for testing.30th Jun 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan150
Letter to C.C. Wakefield regarding a sample of experimental oil for testing.1st Jul 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan151
Letter from C.C. Wakefield & Co. Ltd confirming the dispatch of a 5-gallon drum of Special Elaulic Oil for testing purposes.3rd Jul 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan152
Order for a 5-gallon drum of special Elaulic oil for experimental purposes.5th Jul 1926Box 32 \ 3  Scan153
Frothing trouble on the Condor IIIA No. 370 and arranging a visit from a chemist.14th Jul 1927Box 32 \ 3  Scan154
Letter to C.C. Wakefield & Co. regarding investigations into the frothing of castor and castrol oil.18th Jul 1927Box 32 \ 3  Scan155
Letter from C.C. Wakefield & Co. Ltd. arranging a meeting with Mr. Robotham.19th Jul 1927Box 32 \ 3  Scan156
Properties and performance of different lubricating oils, specifically comparing Mobile 'BB' with Motorine 'C'.8th Mar 1927Box 32 \ 3  Scan157
Steering box experiments and the properties of various lubricating oils.29th Aug 1927Box 32 \ 3  Scan158
Requesting a requisition for two barrels of Castrol 'R' Motor Oil.30th Aug 1927Box 32 \ 3  Scan159
Communication from C.C. Wakefield & Co. and improving procedures for goods received.19th Aug 1927Box 32 \ 3  Scan160
Manufacturing process sheet with handwritten notes regarding experimental purposes.19th Aug 1927Box 32 \ 3  Scan161
Letter from C. C. Wakefield & Co., Ltd. regarding the delivery of Castrol 'R' Motor Oil.18th Aug 1927Box 32 \ 3  Scan162
Correspondence from C.C. Wakefield & Co. Limited regarding a proposed meeting.9th Sep 1927Box 32 \ 3  Scan163
Choice of oils and lubrication procedures for the Bijur system.1st May 1929Box 32 \ 3  Scan164
Letter to C.C. Wakefield & Co. Ltd. regarding the unsuitability of Castrol 'R' oil for hypoid rear axles.19th Jul 1929Box 32 \ 3  Scan165
Letter from C.C. Wakefield & Co. regarding the testing and supply of lubricants for Hypoid gears and central chassis lubrication.15th Aug 1929Box 32 \ 3  Scan166
Requesting an analysis of two oil samples for hypoid gears, Whitmore's and Wakefield's.23th Aug 1929Box 32 \ 3  Scan167
Letter to C.C. Wakefield & Co. Ltd. regarding the failure of their 'Wakefield' Gear Compound during a dynamometer test.23th Aug 1929Box 32 \ 3  Scan168
Page 2 of a letter regarding the approval of an oil for hypoid bevel gears by the Gleason Co.23th Aug 1929Box 32 \ 3  Scan169
Suitable lubricating oil for hypoid rear axles, detailing successful and failed tests.23th Aug 1929Box 32 \ 3  Scan170
Letter from C.C. Wakefield & Co. to Mr. Hives arranging a meeting in Derby.11th Nov 1929Box 32 \ 3  Scan171
Letter to C.C. Wakefield & Co. Ltd. arranging a visit to the Works for a Friday.18th Nov 1929Box 32 \ 3  Scan172
Letter from C.C. Wakefield & Co. Ltd confirming a change of meeting date.19th Nov 1929Box 32 \ 3  Scan173
Letter from C.C. Wakefield & Co. arranging a meeting with their Chief Chemist.16th Nov 1929Box 32 \ 3  Scan174
Comparative laboratory and aging tests on oils for hypoid rear axles from different suppliers.16th Jan 1930Box 32 \ 3  Scan175
Letter to C.C. Wakefield & Co. Ltd. regarding a sample of aged axle oil for testing.16th Jan 1930Box 32 \ 3  Scan176
Letter from C.C. Wakefield & Co. regarding a laboratory update on a sample of 'aged' oil.17th Jan 1930Box 32 \ 3  Scan177
Letter from C.C. Wakefield & Co. Ltd. arranging the dispatch of Wakefield Hypoy Compound to New York for a test.2nd Apr 1930Box 32 \ 3  Scan178
Alternative oils for hypoid axles and comparing suppliers.4th Apr 1930Box 32 \ 3  Scan179
Letter to Messrs. C.C. Wakefield & Co. Ltd. requesting the address of their representative in New York.4th Apr 1930Box 32 \ 3  Scan180
Letter from C.C. Wakefield & Co. Ltd. providing the address of their New York office.7th Apr 1930Box 32 \ 3  Scan181
Letter to C.C. Wakefield & Co. Ltd. asking for a recommendation for a thinner gearbox oil as their 'S' oil is too thick.8th May 1930Box 32 \ 3  Scan182
Letter from C.C. Wakefield & Co., Ltd. regarding the lubrication of gear boxes.9th May 1930Box 32 \ 3  Scan183
Post Office Telegraph arranging a meeting concerning Evans Wakefield Co.13th Nov 1917Box 32 \ 3  Scan184
Letter from C.C. Wakefield & Co. Limited confirming the arrival time of their Chief Chemist for a visit to the works.14th May 1930Box 32 \ 3  Scan185
Test of Wakefields Castrol 'S' oil in Phantom II gearboxes, noting its poor performance compared to the standard oil.13th Jun 1930Box 32 \ 3  Scan186
Letter to C.C. Wakefield & Co. Ltd. regarding dynamometer test results for a gearbox oil.16th Jun 1930Box 32 \ 3  Scan187
Letter from C.C. Wakefield & Co. Ltd. arranging for their Chief Chemist to discuss a matter with the Experimental Department.18th Jun 1930Box 32 \ 3  Scan188
Letter from C.C. Wakefield & Co. Ltd proposing a meeting for the following Tuesday morning.19th Jun 1930Box 32 \ 3  Scan189


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