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Letter to Messrs. H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding the positioning of a K.S gauge on an experimental chassis.28th Dec 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan137
Correspondence regarding the altered position of the Hobson K-S Telegage on an experimental 40/50 HP chassis.1st Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan138
Page two of a letter from H.M. Hobson, LTD. regarding a tank unit modification.1st Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan139
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. concerning the altered position of a Hobson K-S Telegage on an experimental 40/50 HP chassis.1st Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan140
Letter concerning the necessity to manufacture new tank units and modify existing ones for a specific installation.1st Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan141
Telegauges from H. M. Hobson, Ltd., including an invoice and a request for a payment order.2nd Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan142
Requesting the return of Telegauges to a supplier, Messrs. H.M. Hobson, for modification.1st Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan143
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding an altered design for two sample pump sets, specifically the top plate casting.4th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan144
Correspondence from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding an altered position for the K.S.180 unit and the supply of trial sets.4th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan145
Letter to H. M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the modification and return of three petrol gauges.4th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan146
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the replacement of gauge and tank units and the supply of a new air line assembly.5th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan147
Charges from H. M. Hobson, Ltd. for telegauges on 20 HP Chassis.8th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan148
List detailing the allocation and delivery of Telegauge units to various orders during 1928.11th Jan 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan149
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding a proposed 3-branch tank unit head casting.11th Jan 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan150
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. detailing the dispatch of tank units and air lines.14th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan151
Letter explaining test findings and design considerations for a fuel pump and tank unit gauge system.14th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan152
Technical memo discussing the design and performance of a pump, its efficiency, and mounting options.14th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan153
The final page of a letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd., signed by the Joint Managing Director.14th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan154
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the modification of gauges and the covering of unsightly pipes.14th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan155
Instructions and advice regarding the correct usage of a Hobson Petrol Gauge.15th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan156
Confirming payment for one gauge and another item, while disputing payment for a second gauge.16th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan157
Letter to Major Searight regarding a parts shortfall for K.S.180 gauges and a payment dispute for K.S.155 gauges.16th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan158
Continuation page of a letter mentioning running on the continent.16th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan159
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the design and modification of a 40/50 HP tank and gauge.16th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan160
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding a trial fitment of a unit and potential body interference.16th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan161
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. discussing K.S. tank and filter unit fitment, querying the insistence on a precise dashboard angle.17th Jan 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan162
Requesting a scheme showing coachwork overhang to accommodate a K.S. Petrol Gauge unit and cover.17th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan163
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding the supply and despatch of replacement gauges and pumps.18th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan164
Page two of a letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding a credit note for a gauge and the performance of a K.S.180 set.18th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan165
Moved back position of the K.S. Gauge on the tank in relation to the maximum body size.21th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan166
Report request regarding K.S. petrol telegauge failures due to vapour condensation in specific weather conditions.21th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan167
Correspondence with H. M. Hobson Ltd. regarding hand pumps, a tank unit, and a K.S. telegage.21th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan168
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. discussing a delay in designing a new top plate due to staff illness.22th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan169
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. discussing angular tolerances and adjustments for a special gauge.22th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan170
The receipt and testing of experimental gauge parts from Messrs. Hobson, and the associated covering order and price.23th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan171
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. discussing the hand pump for the Hobson K-S Telegage.23th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan172
Fuel gauge system discussing hand pumping, gauge lag, and different pump types.23th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan173
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. discussing spring-loaded or positive pump options.23th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan174
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding a discrepancy in a petrol tank gauge seating compared to drawing L.F.1220.26th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan175
The second page of a letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding the return of an item.26th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan176
Disposal of two 40/50-HP Telegauges and one 20-HP ditto.26th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan177
Querying the delivery status and completeness of an order for tank units and air lines from Messrs Hobsons.26th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan178
Modifications to fuel tank gauges and units, and their suitability for production.23th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan179
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. enclosing a detail drawing of a 40/50 HP tank.1st Feb 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan180
Design, sourcing, and features of a framed instrument panel.5th Feb 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan181
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. acknowledging receipt of a letter and a drawing for a 40/50 HP tank.5th Feb 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan182
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. confirming the return of a modified petrol tank fitted with a three-connection unit and cover.7th Feb 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan183
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. concerning the arrangement of pump set connections.7th Feb 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan184
The design of the SS Instrument Board, including incorporating a K.S. gauge and changing dial colours to meet sales feedback.12th Feb 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan185
Revisions to framed instruments, modifications to the K.S. gauge, and changing the outer frame material to brass.1st Feb 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan186
The telegage for the 40/50 HP 'J2' series chassis, advising that parts cannot be ordered pending final design modifications.30th Mar 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan187
Standardization and operation of the K.S. petrol gauge on the first 50 SS chassis.1st Mar 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan188
Fuel tank gauge, detailing production points and requesting a drawing.24th Sep 1928Box 44 \ 3  Scan189
Progress on various vehicle modifications including shock dampers, exhaust systems, and couplings.19th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan190
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the trial of a gauge with an auxiliary hand pump device.2nd Mar 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan191
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding a cover for a tank unit and an experimental pump sample.4th Mar 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan192
Despatch of a petrol pipe cover to H.M. Hobson Ltd.1st Mar 1929Box 44 \ 3  Scan193
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding modifications to a pump and tank gauge, and the sending of a cover for pipes.5th Mar 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan001
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. to W.A. Robotham regarding a sample pump and the return of a pipe cover.6th Mar 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan002
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding a drawing for a tank unit and a sample hand pump.8th Mar 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan003
Page 2 of a letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding modifications to a pump design.8th Mar 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan004
Sketch showing the position of a pump type top plate casting on a 21-gallon petrol tank.8th Mar 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan005
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. acknowledging receipt of a hand pump and requesting additional parts for a 40/50 HP car.11th Mar 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan006
Internal request to order a dashboard air pump and a triple air line for a K.S.180.P. petrol gauge from Messrs. H. M. Hobson.1st Jan 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan007
Internal enquiry seeking specifications for ordering K.S. Telegauges for the 20-HP Chassis 'O' Series.12th Mar 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan008
Letter to Messrs. H.M. Hobson Ltd. confirming receipt of a second dashboard air pump.12th Mar 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan009
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding a triple air line for a 40/50 HP car and a query about a mistaken second dashboard pump.13th Mar 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan010
Page 2 of a letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding a previous despatch.13th Mar 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan011
Letter to Messrs. H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding being misinformed about a pump and requesting a second one.14th Mar 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan012
Request to order a second dashboard air pump for the K.S. Telegage from Messrs. Claudel Hobson Ltd. for use as a model.14th Mar 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan013
The telegage for the 20 HP Chassis 'O' Series.15th Mar 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan014
Request for liquid for K.S. Telegage dash units.18th Mar 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan015
Instructions to order K.S. Telegauges for the 40/50-HP 'J2' Series chassis.19th Mar 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan016
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. confirming the despatch of a second pump.22th Mar 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan017
Two unpaid invoices from H.M. Hobson Ltd. for which no official orders exist.25th Mar 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan018
Correspondence concerning a failed petrol tank gauge and its replacement for Chassis 17-EX owned by the H.H. Maharajah of Kashmir.25th Mar 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan019
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the enclosure of prints for a tank unit cover.26th Mar 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan020
Order for a K.S. petrol gauge for chassis 17-EX, owned by the Maharajah of Kashmir.26th Mar 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan021
Request to H.M. Hobson Ltd. for replacement gauges and hand pumps due to issues with original parts in India.26th Mar 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan022
Confirming items for chassis No. 24-EX 'SS' car require payment.26th Mar 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan023
Obtaining a Telegage for chassis 17-EX for the Maharajah of Kashmir.26th Mar 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan024
The guarantee of accuracy for Telegauges supplied by Messrs. H.M. Hobson Ltd.27th Mar 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan025
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the development and testing of fuel gauges and pump units for 20 HP and 40/50 HP cars.27th Mar 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan026
Telegage memo discussing the standardisation of gauges for the S.S. and 20 HP models, including details on tank covers and installation.27th Mar 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan027
Requesting a fully dimensioned detail drawing of a top plate casting from Hobsons for petrol tank gauges.28th Mar 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan028
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding the manufacture of a complete telegage with triple air line and pump.28th Mar 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan029
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. acknowledging a letter and drawings, and discussing the checking of installations on production tanks and chassis.4th Apr 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan030
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. discussing gauge installation, pump performance, and petrol vaporization.4th Apr 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan031
Extract from a letter detailing a fault with a petrol gauge and an investigation into its cause.6th Apr 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan032
Diagrams illustrating the effect of vehicle movement on a petrol and fluid system.8th Apr 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan033
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. about a problem with a telegage on a 40/50 HP car being run at high speeds.8th Apr 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan034
Investigation into a malfunctioning petrol gauge where petrol is mixing with the gauge's indicator liquid.6th Apr 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan035
Diagrams illustrating the operation of a petrol tank's air vent and balance pipe system.9th Apr 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan036
Letter requesting a more detailed drawing or a model for K.S. Telegauges from Messrs Hobson Ltd.9th Apr 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan037
Requesting confirmation on the accuracy guarantee for Hobson Company Telegages on 20 HP and 40/50 HP chassis.9th Apr 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan038
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. acknowledging their explanation of a problem with a car in France for Major Searight's attention.11th Apr 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan039
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding a failed glass tube on a dashboard instrument and a suggestion for an improved joint.22th Apr 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan040
Inquiry regarding the delivery status of a K.S. Telegauge for Chassis 17-EX, for the H.H. Maharajah of Kashmir.23th Apr 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan041
From G.W.H. to Mr Pope confirming receipt and status of a Telegauge.23th Apr 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan042
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. discussing a recurring fault with an instrument's glass tube.23th Apr 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan043


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