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Technical letter discussing fuel gauge variations due to liquid surge and potential pipe obstructions.19th Oct 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan037
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding the slow reading of a gauge upon filling and plans for bench testing.19th Oct 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan038
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the calibration of a tank unit and dashboard gauge supplied for chassis GFN-6.19th Oct 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan039
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the calibration of a tank unit for chassis GFN-6.19th Oct 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan040
Outlining two tests to be performed on a K-S petrol gauge.20th Oct 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan041
Internal request to order one K-S Telegage unit for engine 14G-4.22th Oct 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan042
Letter to Messrs. H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the slow action of a gauge and further testing.22th Oct 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan043
Letter to supplier H.M. Hobson Ltd. concerning tank and dashboard units for chassis GFN-6 and an experimental car.22th Oct 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan044
Urgent request to alter the position of a petrol gauge on car 10g-4.22th Oct 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan045
Request to complete an 'SS' tank to allow for petrol gauge calibration and fitting.22th Oct 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan046
Order for two Telegage units from Messrs. H.M. Hobson Ltd.24th Oct 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan047
Letter to Messrs. H.M. Hobson Ltd. confirming an impending official order for two gauges.24th Oct 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan048
Correspondence with H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the availability of tanks and the calibration of dashboard units for Mr. Royce.25th Oct 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan049
Letter regarding the return and retention of Telegauges and Tank Units from H.M. Hobson Ltd.25th Oct 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan050
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the calibration of a tank to drawing F.55744.26th Oct 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan051
Page 2 of a letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the calibration and development of fuel gauges.26th Oct 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan052
Authorising payment for a gauge brought by Major Searight.26th Oct 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan053
Request for an India-4 petrol tank to be sent to Claudel Hobsons for petrol gauge calibration.26th Oct 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan054
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding tank calibration, fuel gauge positions for 40/50 HP and 20 HP models, and issues with a balanced gauge.27th Oct 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan055
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. acknowledging a letter and arranging a meeting to discuss calibrating new tank designs.30th Oct 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan056
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. concerning the design of a petrol gauge and tank unit for a 40/50 HP car.31th Oct 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan057
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding the supply of liquid capsules and air lines for Telegages.2nd Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan058
Page 2 of a letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. discussing petrol tank gauge fittings and testing.2nd Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan059
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. detailing test results for a dash head instrument and fuel tank unit.5th Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan060
Page 2 of a test report diagnosing a faulty fuel gauge, concluding the issue is likely an obstruction in the gauge, capillary, or its connections.5th Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan061
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding a trial for a gauge on a 40/50 HP experimental car.5th Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan062
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. detailing issues with a balanced 40/50 unit's fuel tank, pump, and gauge.8th Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan063
Letter discussing tests with Swan spirit and an invitation to a carburetter meeting.9th Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan064
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding fuel tank tests and calibration on a 40/50 HP unit.9th Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan065
Technical discussion on the positioning and installation difficulties of a pumping unit within a tank.9th Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan066
Calibration and installation issues of a fuel tank unit.9th Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan067
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. requesting advice on investigations for a new type tank.9th Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan068
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the sending, calibration, and ordering of petrol tanks and dashboard units.13th Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan069
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding a telegram exchange about supplying a dashboard gauge for a Phantom eighteen ET.16th Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan070
Letter discussing facia boards, K-S numbers for different horsepower models, and tank calibrations.16th Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan071
Modifications to an experimental tank and a 40/50 HP model tank, including unit positioning and pumping test advice.16th Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan072
Issues with petrol tank gauge calibration, specifically its inability to display the full capacity.16th Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan073
Page 5 of a letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. discussing gallons and time constraints.16th Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan074
The dispatch of India IV and 'SS' petrol tanks to Messrs. Hobson for the fitting of petrol gauges.19th Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan075
Letter to Messrs. H.M. Hobson regarding issues with petrol tanks and gauges.20th Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan076
Letter discussing the experimental setup of a tank unit and arrangements for further testing.23th Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan077
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding a design alteration to the N.soh.2571 tank to improve pumping rate.23th Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan078
Experiments and tests conducted on 20 HP and 40/50 HP fuel tanks, including modifications and performance.23th Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan079
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding the completion of a pumping test on a tank.23th Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan080
Test results for a petrol tank on a luggage carrier, recording mileage and fuel gauge readings under dry and wet road conditions.21th Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan081
Log of fuel gauge readings against mileage and fuel in tank during a road test from Acton to Bournemouth.23th Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan082
Test report detailing fuel tank levels, mileage, and gauge readings for a cranked unit.24th Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan083
Road test log detailing fuel tank levels, mileage, and gauge readings for a Straight Unit.24th Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan084
Fuel consumption test log showing fuel levels against mileage for a Straight Unit.30th Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan085
Fuel consumption test report detailing mileage against fuel tank levels.30th Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan086
Test results for top cup pumping with two vertical bell units in different positions.11th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan087
Test report on top cup pumping, detailing calibrations and performance during various driving conditions.8th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan088
Request to order six K-S petrol gauges from H.M. Hobson for six SS chassis.23th Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan089
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding a report on the behaviour of a 20 HP gauge and pumping issues.30th Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan090
Calibration and road test report for a Hobson K-S telegage on a 20 HP chassis.30th Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan091
Second test of a petrol gauge, detailing fuel level changes over distance.3rd Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan092
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding the testing and return of a 20 HP tank (Scheme 2578).3rd Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan093
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. detailing the results of tests on a fuel tank and pumping unit.3rd Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan094
Invoice from H.M. Hobson Ltd for fitting petrol telegauges and confirming delivery of a dash unit.4th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan095
Instructing stores to despatch a dashboard petrol gauge to Hoopers Coachbuilders for urgent fitting.4th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan096
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding the calibration of a petrol telegage for a 20 HP gauge.5th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan097
Swan spirit and road tests, discussing fuel loss and component modifications.5th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan098
Fuel pumping system test, detailing petrol levels, cup positions, and gauge readings.5th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan099
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. discussing pumping tests and installation flange angle discrepancies.5th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan100
Urgent internal memo requesting the order of a K-S petrol gauge from Claudel Hobson.5th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan101
Post office telegram requesting an extension for experiments on a 40/50 model tank.6th Dec 1958Box 44 \ 3  Scan102
The supply and payment for a K-S Petrol Gauge.7th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan103
Difficulty with the K.S. petrol gauge flange angle and its impact on calibration.10th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan104
Letter from coachbuilder Hooper & Co. regarding parts for Body No. 7122 on an Experimental 40/50HP car.10th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan105
Recommended installation procedure for K.S. petrol gauges.10th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan106
Difficulties and proposed modifications for mounting a Hooper Sedanca body onto a 19-EX chassis.11th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan107
Incorrectly fitted Hobson petrol gauge found in the Test department and a request to monitor future installations.12th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan108
Instructions for fitting K-S petrol gauges to avoid unsatisfactory behaviour.1st Sep 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan109
Requesting a requisition to cover an order for K-S Petrol Gauges.1st Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan110
Request to Messrs. Hobson for a drawing of an India 1V Petrol Tank to correct the angle of the airline connections.13th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan111
Order for a K.S. Petrol Gauge and authorising payment for tank carriage.13th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan112
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding an incorrectly drilled tank, part KS.175, for a 20 HP Telegage system.13th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan113
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. concerning pumping tests on Tank F.79192.14th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan114
Fuel consumption and tank installation testing for the 40/50 HP model, including overnight fuel loss.14th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan115
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. proposing an installation on the writer's car, referencing a King-Seeley aircraft gauge system.14th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan116
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. concerning the '20 HP Telegage' and part K.S.175.15th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan117
Letter discussing the despatch and fitting of gauge units and related drawings for various models.15th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan118
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. discussing unit fitting modifications and manufacturing variations.15th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan119
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding preliminary tests on a 40/50 HP tank and seeking clarification on production specifications.8th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan120
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the effect of flange angle variations on fuel calibrations and ongoing pumping tests.8th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan121
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding a visit to discuss an experimental tank and gauge gear testing.8th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan122
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. discussing a procedure for gauges getting wet lines at the coachbuilders.8th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan123
Test results for top cup pumping on a fuel tank.5th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan124
Test report on top cup pumping, detailing fuel gauge readings against mileage and tank levels.10th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan125
Road test report for a petrol tank fitted to a 20 HP car, detailing routes, road conditions, and temperatures.19th Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan126
Log of petrol tank level measurements and gauge readings against mileage and time.17th Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan127
Log of fuel gauge readings at different mileage intervals after removing specific amounts of fuel.19th Nov 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan128
Clarifying the status of gauges required for experimental cars and correcting a previously delivered incorrect gauge.17th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan129
Electrical tinning process for K.S. petrol gauge tank units.17th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan130
Inquiry to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding their experience with corrosion on un-tinned tank units.17th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan131
The need for a dashboard reading fuel gauge due to integrated trunks making the standard gauge unreadable.18th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan132
Letter from H. M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding the tinning versus nickel plating process for tank units.18th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan133
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding nickel plating processes and potential impurities in petrol tanks.18th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan134
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the trial of a hand pump on a petrol gauge.19th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan135
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. confirming the suitability of a 100% gauge and arranging for K.S.180 and K.S.175 sets to be prepared for testing.21th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan136


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