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Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. confirming the preparation of two samples of altered pressure balance connections and joints for approval.30th Nov 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan144
Suitability of fitting a bevelled glass to a Hobson Telegauge instrument.4th Dec 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan145
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. discussing modifications to the Hobson K-S Telegage petrol gauge.4th Dec 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan146
Modifications to a gauge, including a new packing gland and a change of material from aluminium to gun-metal.4th Dec 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan147
Procedure to prevent liquid blockage in gauges and a note on a support for an armoured casing.4th Dec 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan148
New fixing methods, including a 'pinch' fixing and a spring type speedometer clip for instrument installation.4th Dec 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan149
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding modifications to gauge sets and their delivery for inspection.4th Dec 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan150
Confirming the tracing and receipt of petrol gauges.8th Nov 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan151
Confirming the debiting of traced petrol telegage parts to the Experimental Department.9th Nov 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan152
Payment for faulty petrol gauges that failed during a 10,000-mile test.11th Nov 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan153
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding modifications to two 40/50 heads and a fused connection for a glass tube.7th Jan 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan154
Correspondence with H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding a petrol gauge head for Mr. Royce's car and an outstanding invoice.7th Jan 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan155
Letter discussing the performance and reliability of fuel gauges and comparing them to the K.S. Hobson Telegage.13th Jan 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan156
Notes on fuel vapor pressure, air surging in fuel lines, and improvements to the Sprengel pump system.13th Jan 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan157
Potential issues and improvements for fuel system components like pumps, gauges, and tanks.13th Jan 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan158
Summary of suggestions and criticisms regarding the Hobson gauge system.16th Jan 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan159
Letter to Messrs. H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding failures in K. S. petrol gauges, including one on the Prince of Wales' car.16th Jan 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan160
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. clarifying a statement about car failures, noting experimental cars have been trouble-free and referencing the Prince of Wales' car.21th Jan 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan161
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding a delay in modifying two K-S Telegages due to pattern alterations.20th Jan 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan162
Letter discussing the investigation of gauge failures in customer cars, including one belonging to the Prince of Wales.20th Jan 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan163
Inspection report for a faulty dashboard gauge on car No. 128WJ, caused by accidental damage during other work.20th Jan 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan164
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. concerning a gauge failure in the Prince of Wales' car.20th Jan 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan165
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. concerning the modification of test gauges and sample spring fixings.10th Jan 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan166
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. discussing gauge modification and construction methods.10th Jan 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan167
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. concerning modified Telegages for trial cars, detailing issues with bezel finish and a new spring clip design.22th Jan 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan168
Modification of capillary tubes for gauges and requesting further vehicle testing.22th Jan 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan169
Page 3 of a letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding the installation of a capillary tube.22th Jan 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan170
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. discussing troubleshooting issues with cars, while noting experimental models are performing well.22th Jan 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan171
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding the gauge from the Prince of Wales' car.22th Jan 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan172
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding a potentially faulty telegauge head from the Prince of Wales' car, 115-WJ.22th Jan 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan173
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. about a missing Telegage for the Prince of Wales's car.24th Jan 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan174
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding a faulty dash instrument from the Prince of Wales' car.29th Jan 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan175
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. discussing the need to correct a gauge installation upon the fitting of a new head.29th Jan 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan176
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. about a modification to two experimental gauge heads.3rd Feb 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan177
Page 2 of a letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding screw tension in armoured covering and testing an alteration.3rd Feb 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan178
Despatch of gauge heads for modification and the return of other loaned parts.7th Jan 1930Box 44 \ 4  Scan179
With notes on the Hobson K.S. petrol gauge for an instruction book.17th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan180
Description of the working principle of the Hobson Petrol Gauge.17th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan181
Description of a petrol gauge's capillary tube and hand pump unit operation.17th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan182
Troubleshooting guide for a vehicle gauge, outlining issues such as wet or leaking air lines.17th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan183
Page listing the advantages of the R.R. KS. petrol gauge.7th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan184
Providing fitting instructions for a Hobson Petrol Gauge on a 17-EX car chassis.7th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan185
Instructions for connecting the tank unit and clearing the air line for an erratic petrol gauge.17th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan186
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding an amended dial drawing to include markings for 'Gallons' and 'Litres'.17th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan187
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. concerning the supply and marking of K.S. Telegages for patch instruments.18th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan188
Requesting engraved dials for Hobson petrol gauges and an order for masks for patch instrument N.SCH.2836.18th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan189
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the examination and repair of a faulty K.S. 180 gauge.18th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan190
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. querying a potential mistake in an order for three gauges.24th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan191
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. requesting a drawing showing additional lugs for fixing an instrument patch.24th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan192
To clarify a parts order, specifying the need for 3 cream masks for petrol gauges, not 3 complete gauges.25th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan193
Confirming an order of three cream masks for Hobson petrol gauges.27th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan194
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding drawings for a petrol gauge and correcting a drawing number.30th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan195
Letter to Messrs. H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding details for a KS petrol gauge for fitting to a patch instrument board.28th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan196
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. querying a dimension discrepancy on a drawing for an instrument patch casting.3rd Jun 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan197
The concluding page of a letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd., regarding a dial support.3rd Jun 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan198
Internal order for one complete Hobson petrol gauge for a patch instrument board.6th Jun 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan199
Correction sheet with troubleshooting and repair instructions for the Hobson K-S Telegage fuel gauge system.6th Jun 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan200
Diagram sheet explaining the operation of the Hobson K-S Telegage fuel gauge system.6th Jun 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan201
Operation instructions for the Hobson K-S Telegage fuel gauge system.3rd Jun 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan202
Letter to Messrs. H.M. Hobson Ltd. requesting to expedite a 20 HP car for Mr. Royce.3rd Jun 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan203
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding progress on a gauge for Mr. Royce's 20 HP car.4th Jun 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan204
Letter returning a sketch with a missing dimension of 19/32'.7th Jun 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan205
Petrol gauge calibration issue on a 20-HP chassis and the proposed solution.10th May 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan206
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. confirming the dispatch of a tank unit and air line for a 20 HP car gauge, with the gauge itself and a special dial to follow.11th Jun 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan207
Telegram received by telephone concerning the dispatch of a 'toukunit' and a hold up on a dash unit.11th Jun 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan208
Letter discussing a fix for an air leak in a Telegage pressure line and a replacement hand pump.24th Jun 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan209
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding an issue with hard enamelled dials for 40/50 HP and 20 HP instruments that cannot be drilled.13th Jun 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan210
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding a delay in producing drilled dials due to a special enamel finish.13th Jun 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan211
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. discussing modifications to a pump to make it lighter and improve the knob fixing.17th Jun 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan212
Post Office telegram regarding the dispatch of a 'towkunit' and airlines, with a delay on the 'dash unit'.29th Mar 1928Box 44 \ 4  Scan213
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding issues with a replacement dial for a patch instrument for Mr. Royce's car.24th Jun 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan214
Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding the replacement and installation of an instrument dial for Mr. Royce's car.24th Jun 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan215
Letter to Major T.P. Searight concerning failures of K.S. petrol gauges.12th Jul 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan216
Telegram regarding the dispatch of a tank unit and other items to France.18th Jul 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan217
Request to Claudel-Hobson Ltd. to urgently send a tank unit and Triple Air Line to a representative in France for car KS 180 P.18th Jul 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan218
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the correct fitting of plugs and caps on chassis before shipment.18th Jul 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan219
Concluding page of a letter to W. A. Robotham regarding despatch to coachbuilders.18th Jul 1929Box 44 \ 4  Scan220
Letter of enquiry to Messrs. Peto & Radford regarding the use of Cadmium Electrodes for testing accumulator cells.24th Jan 1928Box 44 \ 5  Scan001
Letter from Peto & Radford regarding the use of Cadmium Electrodes for testing accumulator plates.28th Jan 1925Box 44 \ 5  Scan002
Letter from Peto & Radford regarding the use of Cadmium in testing starter batteries.28th Jan 1925Box 44 \ 5  Scan003
Letter discussing the use and interpretation of readings from a cadmium electrode for secondary batteries.29th Jan 1925Box 44 \ 5  Scan004
Letter discussing the practical value and purpose of a cadmium stick.29th Jan 1925Box 44 \ 5  Scan005
Laboratory report on the impurities found in a Cadmium Rod sample.2nd Sep 1925Box 44 \ 5  Scan006
The interpretation of voltage readings in a secondary cell using a cadmium electrode.2nd Sep 1925Box 44 \ 5  Scan007
Page detailing the correct condition of battery elements during discharge.1st Sep 1925Box 44 \ 5  Scan008
Chart of readings for use with a Cadmium Electrode Voltmeter, showing voltage ranges for good cells.1st Sep 1925Box 44 \ 5  Scan009
The machining properties of cadmium, noting its softness and tendency to bend.7th Dec 1925Box 44 \ 5  Scan010
The investigation into the utility of the cadmium electrode to test the condition of any cell.1st Sep 1925Box 44 \ 5  Scan011
Table of test results for various types of electrical cells under different conditions.22th Apr 1926Box 44 \ 5  Scan012
Explaining the use of a cadmium electrode to test the electrical condition of positive and negative battery plates.22th Apr 1926Box 44 \ 5  Scan013
Page of test readings for various types of electrical cells showing their condition and voltage readings.26th Apr 1926Box 44 \ 5  Scan014
Using a cadmium electrode for testing accumulator element condition.26th Apr 1926Box 44 \ 5  Scan015
Continued document discussing battery cell design, ribbed separators, and voltage readings using a cadmium electrode.26th Apr 1925Box 44 \ 5  Scan016
Table of test results for various battery cells under different conditions, with a recommendation for testing methodology.26th Apr 1926Box 44 \ 5  Scan017
Data sheet showing cadmium readings for various types of battery cells.1st Nov 1927Box 44 \ 5  Scan018
Instructions regarding Cadmium readings on batteries under various charge and discharge conditions.26th Oct 1927Box 44 \ 5  Scan019
Set of crucial instructions and maintenance advice for accumulator users.2nd Dec 1927Box 44 \ 5  Scan020
Set of instructions on how to store a battery (accumulator) and warnings about potential damage from improper maintenance.2nd Dec 1927Box 44 \ 5  Scan021
Page discussing the diagnosis and faults of accumulator (battery) plates.2nd Dec 1927Box 44 \ 5  Scan022
Cautionary note on purchasing accumulators with celluloid components.2nd Dec 1927Box 44 \ 5  Scan023


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