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Letter discussing issues with glass tube holders in sand-cast bodies and proposed modifications to prevent strain and breakage.23th Apr 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan044
Page 3 of a letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. discussing a potential instrument installation issue.23th Apr 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan045
Invoice from H. M. Hobson, Ltd. and the need to issue a covering order for payment.24th Apr 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan046
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the specifications for a K.S. gauge destined for India.24th Apr 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan047
A gauge required for chassis 17-EX for the Maharajah of Kashmir.25th Apr 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan048
Instructing the stores to despatch a dashboard petrol gauge fitting to Messrs. H.M. Hobson for examination.25th Apr 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan049
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the supply and specification of K-S Telegages.25th Apr 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan050
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd., regarding orders with a dual air line.25th Apr 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan051
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding a gauge that failed during recent tests in France.25th Apr 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan052
Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. requesting 8 sample tyres for testing, focusing on rolling circumference and steering effect.25th Apr 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan053
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. clarifying an order for Telegages, regarding a discrepancy between using triple or double air lines.26th Apr 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan054
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the examination of a faulty gauge with a broken glass tube.27th Apr 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan055
Issues with Hobson Telegages and a recommendation for replacement with a triple air line unit.27th Apr 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan056
Change from double to triple air line petrol gauges due to issues in hot climates.29th Apr 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan057
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding variations in the speed of hand air pump units for K-S gauges.29th Apr 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan058
Experiments and comparisons between the K.S., Nivex, and Hobson petrol gauges.29th Apr 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan059
Confirming the correct testing of a petrol gauge for chassis 17-EX.30th Apr 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan060
The dispatch of a replacement telegage for chassis 17-EX and an additional dashboard unit.5th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan061
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. discussing a faulty gauge returned from a French car.1st May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan062
Communication about required clearances for glass tube holders and rubber support rings within a body casting to prevent strain.1st May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan063
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. promising further correspondence regarding the speed of correction when pumping.1st May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan064
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. about the unsatisfactory performance of a gauge in a 40/50 HP car, requesting a replacement tank unit.1st May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan065
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the replacement of a K.S.100 installation with a pump type gauge.2nd May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan066
Letter discussing the supply and compatibility of a tank unit top, referencing specific part numbers and installation precautions.2nd May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan067
Page 3 of a letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding a gauge complaint, attributing the issue to over-night loss and promising new installation diagrams.2nd May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan068
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding the replacement of a K.S.100 installation with a K.S.100 A.P. installation, enclosing a blueprint.3rd May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan069
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. concerning variations in the speed of an air pump.3rd May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan070
Technical letter about rectifying a fuel gauge issue by modifying the petrol exit hole on a bell plate.3rd May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan071
Technical analysis of a pump and gauge mechanism, focusing on the function of the bell plate under shock conditions.3rd May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan072
Page 4 of a letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. concerning modifications to a petrol pump unit.3rd May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan073
Incorrect K.S. Petrol Gauge received for chassis 17-EX, requesting a new order for the correct part and managing the return of the redundant unit.5th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan074
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding issues with an instrument installation, enamelling quality, and clarifying a component order.3rd May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan075
Letter apologising for the failure to cross-reference official orders with prior correspondence from the Experimental Department.6th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan076
Updated procedure for connecting the K.S. petrol gauge using a hand pump.6th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan077
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. confirming receipt of an order for a K-S.100 A.P. tank unit.6th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan078
Letter discussing the manufacturing process and black finish for instrument frames, comparing sand castings to die-cast frames.6th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan079
Page 3 of a letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. discussing production arrangements and duplication.6th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan080
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. discussing the performance and potential modifications of a fuel gauge system after testing in France.6th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan081
Replacement of obsolete tank units and air lines with new parts.7th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan082
Instruction to send obsolete petrol gauge parts to Messrs. Hobson for despatch.7th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan083
Request to make three sets of aluminium back plates with lugs for adapting instruments to a new board.8th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan084
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding fuel vaporization and overnight loss issues with the K.S.180 installation in France.8th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan085
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. discussing excessive vaporization, gauges, and enclosing a replacement drawing.8th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan086
Standardisation of chassis parts for the Hobson K&S distance petrol gauge.7th Jun 1928Box 44 \ 4  Scan087
Standardisation document for a Phantom Junior chassis front cross-tube.21th Feb 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan088
Standardisation of the Hobson K-S Distance Reading Petrol Gauge as fitted on F.78040.7th Jun 1928Box 44 \ 4  Scan089
Standardisation form for a new chassis part, detailing its introduction series, test date, and tooling costs.28th Jan 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan090
Query regarding errors on standardisation sheets for the Hobson Gauge on 40/50 HP and 20 HP models.10th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan091
The postponement and revised implementation plan for standard K.S. petrol gauges on the 40/50 HP and 20 HP models.11th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan092
Follow-up memo regarding an overdue K.S. Telegage tank unit for the 17-EX car.14th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan093
Short letter to Messrs. H.M. Hobson Ltd. confirming a meeting for the attention of Major Searight.14th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan094
Proposing to instruct for a change to lever and cam specifications for the J.2 series chassis from the 51st unit onwards.16th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan095
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. to W.A. Robotham confirming an afternoon meeting.30th Apr 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan096
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding faulty Telegage heads.27th Aug 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan097
Page 2 of a letter from H. M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding clearance for a glass tube and capillaries.27th Aug 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan098
Invoice from H.M. Hobson Ltd. for parts dispatched to Sevres.1st Aug 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan099
Requesting an update on Telegage parts sent to France, in order to clear an outstanding invoice from H.M. Hobson Ltd.4th Oct 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan100
Outstanding invoice from H.M. Hobson Ltd. for Telegage parts sent to France.5th Nov 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan101
Letter from H. M. Hobson, Ltd. about the procedure for handling gauges on chassis delivered to coachbuilders.18th Jul 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan102
Letter regarding the installation procedure for Hobson K-S Telegage sets on a chassis.18th Jul 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan103
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the advantages of the Nivex petrol gauge over the K.S. gauge.12th Mar 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan104
Correction sheet with installation checks and tests for a faulty Hobson K-S Telegage.1st Feb 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan105
Diagram sheet explaining the components and operation of the Hobson K-S Telegage fuel gauge.1st Feb 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan106
Operation sheet for the Hobson K-S Telegage fuel gauge system.1st Feb 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan107
Correction sheet for the Hobson K-S Telegage system.1st Feb 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan108
Diagram sheet for the Hobson K-S Telegage fuel gauge, showing its components and operation.1st Feb 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan109
Operation sheet for the Hobson K-S Telegage fuel gauge system.13th Mar 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan110
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. concerning the operation of Nivex petrol gauges.13th Mar 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan111
The design and issues of gauges, and planned communication with the King-Seeley Corporation.13th Mar 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan112
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. requesting information regarding the air replacement method for a gauge tank unit.13th Mar 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan113
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding the design and production of gauges.14th Mar 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan114
Letter discussing the market position and customer preference for red liquid column type petrol gauges.14th Mar 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan115
Letter arguing for a distinct, red liquid column type petrol gauge over a standard needle dial.14th Mar 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan116
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. discussing their investigation into suitable Bourdon tube and diaphragm type pressure gauges.29th Mar 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan117
Page 2 of a letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding awaiting results from the King Seeley Corporation.29th Mar 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan118
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. to the Experimental Department to arrange a meeting.29th Apr 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan119
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. discussing a suggestion for supporting an armoured casing and a triple air line.19th Jul 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan120
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding the shipment of a K.S.180.P tank unit and a second 'red unit' to France.19th Jul 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan121
Modifications to a tank unit and air line to resolve an issue with petrol leakage.19th Jul 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan122
Letter from T.P. Searight to W.A. Robotham discussing a car part and instructions for testing.19th Jul 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan123
Instructions for testing a pressure balance air line by fitting a standard and then a red topped unit.20th Jul 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan124
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding a solution for a broken air/pressure balance line.25th Jul 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan125
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. discussing a 'mock-up' suggestion for an armoured hose installation.25th Jul 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan126
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding a leaking dash instrument and the procurement of better rubber rings.15th Aug 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan127
Page 2 of a letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd.15th Aug 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan128
Correspondence from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding a failed dash unit and its replacement.16th Aug 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan129
Procedure for handling and rectifying issues with K.S. Pressure Gauges.6th Dec 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan130
The return of two Hobson K.S. tank units and two hand pumps to Stores.10th Dec 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan131
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding feedback on gauges, including testing, fitting, and material composition.10th Dec 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan132
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding the testing and modification of a component model.11th Dec 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan133
The material and construction of a gauge, considering the use of gun-metal versus aluminium and its interaction with Acetylene Tetrabromide.11th Dec 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan134
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding the practice of replacing a body.11th Dec 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan135
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding a gauge head model, spring attachments, and material considerations.12th Dec 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan136
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the retention of a gauge head for testing and the preparation of a new casting.16th Dec 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan137
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding the dispatch of a sample body casting for gauges.27th Dec 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan138
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding a modification for fixing a K.S. telegauge head and a proposal for a new gauge.2nd Jan 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan139
Recommendation to fit the Hobson Telegauge with a bevelled glass to match other instruments.30th Nov 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan140
Letter from H. M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding the fixing of a Telegage head and incorporating a fused glass tube seal for a 10,000-mile car test.6th Jan 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan141
Changing gauge manufacturing from a Bakelite cemented joint to a fused glass seal to improve reliability.6th Jan 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan142
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the supply and modification of gauges.6th Jan 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan143


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