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List of required lamps and a windscreen wiper for a 20/25 HP Enclosed Limousine.14th Jul 1930Box 5 \ 2  02-page344
Instruction to carry out work on chassis 17-C4 as per an attached estimate.19th Aug 1930Box 5 \ 2  02-page345
Instruction for Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes to carry out work on chassis 12-G4.17th Sep 1930Box 5 \ 2  02-page346
Instruction for Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes to carry out work on chassis 14-04 as per an attached estimate.17th Sep 1930Box 5 \ 2  02-page347
Instruction for Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes to carry out work on chassis 16-G4 as per an attached estimate.17th Sep 1933Box 5 \ 2  02-page348
Instruction to Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes to carry out work on chassis GLN-50.17th Sep 1930Box 5 \ 2  02-page349
Confidential memorandum discussing issues with car body 'booming' and the consideration of all-steel bodies.20th Oct 1930Box 5 \ 2  02-page350
Collaboration with coachbuilders over issues with car bodies, noises, and shared responsibility.14th Oct 1930Box 5 \ 2  02-page351
The causes and mitigation of chassis and coachwork vibrations and noise.14th Oct 1930Box 5 \ 2  02-page352
Vibration and 'booming' issues in the Phantom II chassis, attributing some problems to coachwork and considering improvements for an upcoming production order.14th Oct 1930Box 5 \ 2  02-page353
Inquiry to Messrs. Mulliners regarding the availability of a trials car with a body similar to one previously supplied.19th Nov 1930Box 5 \ 2  02-page354
Letter to a potential customer, Mr. Thompson, regarding a 25 HP demonstration car available for a trial run.21th Nov 1930Box 5 \ 2  02-page355
Quote and discussion about converting a Weymann type fabric-covered body to metal panelling.19th Dec 1930Box 5 \ 2  02-page356
Causes and potential solutions for engine vibrations and 'booming' in 25HP and 45HP car bodies.26th Dec 1930Box 5 \ 2  02-page357
Design scheme for the 20 HP brake gear.1st Aug 1919Box 5 \ 3  03-page001
Confirming receipt of brake drums, Bakalite pieces, and lamp holders from various suppliers.29th Oct 1919Box 5 \ 3  03-page002
Scheme for the brake gear of the Goshawk.10th Feb 1920Box 5 \ 3  03-page003
Letter discussing the design and layout of the Goshawk brake gear, mentioning delays and forwarding previous schemes for review.16th Feb 1930Box 5 \ 3  03-page004
Discussion of various design schemes for brake, clutch, axle, and differential gear arrangements.1st Feb 1920Box 5 \ 3  03-page005
Differential gear designs, comparing a driven outer case with a free aluminium casting, and proposals for brake differentials.23th Feb 1920Box 5 \ 3  03-page006
Modifications to the brake gear and pedal mechanism for the 'Goshawk' engine, with reference to the 'Buzzard' and 'Vulture' designs.23th Feb 1920Box 5 \ 3  03-page007
Mr. Royce's feedback and requested modifications for several vehicle components.8th May 1920Box 5 \ 3  03-page008
Specifications for a new small chassis design, including details on the gearbox, back axle, and suspension.17th Nov 1920Box 5 \ 3  03-page009
New drawing for the 'Goshawk' brake gear mechanism due to difficulties with the actuating shafts.17th Dec 1920Box 5 \ 3  03-page010
Revised brake actuating gear for the 'Goshawk' model, referencing accompanying blueprints.20th Dec 1920Box 5 \ 3  03-page011
The new detail schemes for the Goshawk model's brake gear and a modification to the change-speed lever trough.20th Dec 1920Box 5 \ 3  03-page012
Various design schemes for adapting the Goshawk rear axle brake gear.24th Dec 1920Box 5 \ 3  03-page013
Note on providing extra motion for a worn brake lever by reducing the length of serrated sections.24th Dec 1920Box 5 \ 3  03-page014
Comparison between 'Goshawk I' and 'Goshawk II' brake gear schemes.1st Dec 1920Box 5 \ 3  03-page015
Adaptation of Goshawk rear axle brake gear for the 'Kite' model.30th Dec 1920Box 5 \ 3  03-page016
Comparing 'Goshawk I' and 'Goshawk II' brake gear systems to determine the best option for a new large chassis model.1st Dec 1920Box 5 \ 3  03-page017
Vehicle performance issues including brakes, radiator, clutch, and springing.12th Jan 1921Box 5 \ 3  03-page018
Technical discussion on issues related to brakes, radiator, clutch, and springing systems.1st Jan 1921Box 5 \ 3  03-page019
The design of the brake actuating gear, including a request from Mr. Royce for a model.1st Jan 1921Box 5 \ 3  03-page020
Modifications to the 'Goshawk' II rear brakes and frame clearance.15th Jan 1921Box 5 \ 3  03-page021
Design rationale for bolts and split-pins, and an update on a gearbox delivery.15th Jan 1921Box 5 \ 3  03-page022
Modifications to the 'Goshawk' brake gear arrangement.30th Nov 1927Box 5 \ 3  03-page023
Requesting an alteration to a duplicated drawing number for the 'Goshawk II' Brake Actuating Gear.19th Jan 1921Box 5 \ 3  03-page024
List of instructions from Mr. Royce for the arrangement of the brake gear on the 'Goshawk 1' NT Scheme 724.26th Jan 1921Box 5 \ 3  03-page025
Feedback from Mr. Royce on pedal lever design and the return of a blueprint.26th Jan 1921Box 5 \ 3  03-page026
Design and sending of drawings for the Goshawk I brake operating gear.31th Jan 1922Box 5 \ 3  03-page027
Comparison of the strength of brake operating gear levers with those of the 40/50 model.25th Apr 1930Box 5 \ 3  03-page028
Which springs should be used and which should be left out.10th Feb 1921Box 5 \ 3  03-page029
Proposed alterations by Mr. Royce to a rear axle, tube, and brake scheme.10th Feb 1921Box 5 \ 3  03-page030
Axle tube thickness, modulus drawing, and road spring attachment.1st Feb 1921Box 5 \ 3  03-page031
Design change to the Goshawk 11 brake gear, deleting an adjustment on the rear axle mechanism.3rd Mar 1931Box 5 \ 3  03-page032
Five points of instruction from Mr. Royce regarding the Goshawk I brake gear.4th Mar 1921Box 5 \ 3  03-page033
Mr. Royce's remarks on the 'Goshawk 11' axle tube brake and rear hub.8th Mar 1921Box 5 \ 3  03-page034
Design specifications for brake, wheel, and axle components, including Michelin wheels and Goshawk I alterations.10th Mar 1921Box 5 \ 3  03-page035
Continued note on the assembly of the inner ball bearing and hub nut for the 40/50 model.1st Mar 1921Box 5 \ 3  03-page036
Modifications to the Goshawk II rear axle brake rear hub, detailing changes for disc and Dunlop wire wheels.24th Mar 1921Box 5 \ 3  03-page037
Mr. Royce's required alterations to the Goshawk II rear hub and brake drum design.1st Apr 1921Box 5 \ 3  03-page038
Blueprints for the Goshawk II back axle brake gear, detailing Michelin Disc and Dunlop Wire wheel arrangements.11th Apr 1921Box 5 \ 3  03-page039
Three potential wheel types for the Goshawk 11 model and subsequent commercial enquiries.12th Jul 1921Box 5 \ 3  03-page040
Specifying that the ordered Michelin wheels must be suitable for straight-sided tyres.14th Jul 1921Box 5 \ 3  03-page041
Choice of tyres and wheels for the Goshawk 11 chassis.15th Aug 1921Box 5 \ 3  03-page042
Material for Goshawk 11 rear brake drums, detailing issues with soft mild steel and proposing a new steel with higher carbon content.16th Sep 1931Box 5 \ 3  03-page043
Recommendation to manufacture aluminium covers for rear brakes in one non-detachable piece.18th Oct 1921Box 5 \ 3  03-page044
Alternative thrust bearing design for Goshawk 11 and an oil leak from the axle pinion shaft.10th Oct 1921Box 5 \ 3  03-page045
Ongoing issues with the Goshawk II chassis regarding brakes, water loss, oil filtration, and over-oiling.2nd Jan 1922Box 5 \ 3  03-page046
Clutch experiments comparing Ferodo bonded asbestos against Ferobestos.12th Jan 1922Box 5 \ 3  03-page047
Clarifying production instructions for the Goshawk 11 and Rear Axle, Hub & Brake components.17th Jan 1922Box 5 \ 3  03-page048
Causes and solutions for brake wear, squeaking, and compensating shaft flexibility issues.1st Jan 1922Box 5 \ 3  03-page049
Continued memo discussing alterations to brake levers, wire rope travel, and a squeak issue.25th Jan 1922Box 5 \ 3  03-page050
Troubleshooting brake squeaking, drum scoring and wearing on the Goshawk 11 model.25th Jan 1922Box 5 \ 3  03-page051
Goshawk II brakes, recommending countersinking rivets for aluminium brake straps to prevent heat transfer and failure.2nd Feb 1922Box 5 \ 3  03-page052
Brake squeaks and clutch issues on a Goshawk-II 10,000 miles test car.31th Mar 1922Box 5 \ 3  03-page053
Proposal with drawing No. LeC.1558 to prevent the brake lever button from rattling on the Goshawk.27th Apr 1922Box 5 \ 3  03-page054
The flange diameter on Goshawk 11 brake drums.4th Apr 1923Box 5 \ 3  03-page055
Two proposed designs for an improved joint on the Goshawk engine's brake tables.10th May 1922Box 5 \ 3  03-page056
Proposals to resolve squeaking brakes and suggesting modifications to brake levers and joints.10th May 1922Box 5 \ 3  03-page057
To hold drilling on Goshawk II brake shoes and straps due to considering a different type of rivet.15th May 1922Box 5 \ 3  03-page058
Reduction of rivets for Goshawk 11 rear brake shoes and considering alternative Raybestos linings.17th May 1922Box 5 \ 3  03-page059
Preferred arrangement for the Goshawk II rear brake drum damper and mud fling.19th May 1922Box 5 \ 3  03-page060
The design of Goshawk II rear brake cables, specifying a non-rotating bush for the jaw end.8th May 1922Box 5 \ 3  03-page061
Outlining Mr. Royce's requested modifications to the Goshawk 11 brake lever press button to prevent rattling and improve construction.20th May 1922Box 5 \ 3  03-page062
Faults and proposed modifications for Goshawk model aluminium brake shoes, addressing cracking and seizing.28th Jun 1922Box 5 \ 3  03-page063
Response to a report on ineffective brakes and an oil leak from the rear hubs of a Goshawk vehicle.1st Aug 1922Box 5 \ 3  03-page064
Seized hand brake compensating gear on a 6-Goshawk-II, with Mr. Royce's suggestion for a design modification.29th Aug 1922Box 5 \ 3  03-page065
Telegram received by telephone requesting four replacement wheel hubs.30th Sep 1922Box 5 \ 3  03-page066
From CJ to Hs. regarding the Goshawk, requesting information and attaching a copy of a memo sent to R.18th Oct 1922Box 5 \ 3  03-page067
Letter from C.J. to R. discussing market opinion in Paris on fitting the 20 HP car with front-wheel brakes.18th Oct 1922Box 5 \ 3  03-page068
Follow-up letter requesting designs for a generator drive brake and a bonnet fastener.1st Nov 1922Box 5 \ 3  03-page069
Design of front wheel brakes for the Goshawk 11.11th Nov 1922Box 5 \ 3  03-page070
Front spring modifications related to steering and front wheel brakes, specifically for a Goshawk model.23th Oct 1922Box 5 \ 3  03-page071
Calculation of the effect of wheel rotation on braking, comparing translational and rotational kinetic energy.28th Dec 1922Box 5 \ 3  03-page072
Part changes and replacements for the Goshawk I rear axle and hub.1st Jan 1923Box 5 \ 3  03-page073
Faults on a 20 HP Open Demonstration Car (40GS), including dynamo rattle, squeaking brakes, and a boom at 30 mph.2nd Feb 1923Box 5 \ 3  03-page074
Cause and potential modification for whistling carburetters and noisy brake levers on the 20 HP chassis.6th Mar 1923Box 5 \ 3  03-page075
Proposal for a modification scheme for brake levers and a system for their exchange on experimental cars.6th Mar 1923Box 5 \ 3  03-page076
Complaints of rattling brake levers on 20 HP cars and the assurance of a silent replacement.16th Jul 1923Box 5 \ 3  03-page077
Brake issues caused by over-oiling the back axle on a 20 HP car.16th Jul 1923Box 5 \ 3  03-page078
Complaint from a visiting Inspector regarding squeaking brakes on a 20 HP car.17th Jul 1923Box 5 \ 3  03-page079
Instruction to immediately order .6 carbon steel brake drums for the 20 HP chassis.27th Jul 1923Box 5 \ 3  03-page080
Material specification and cost change for 20 HP Brake Drum Pressings.10th Aug 1923Box 5 \ 3  03-page081
Gearbox design and production strategy for the Goshawk model, focusing on side levers and 4-wheel brakes.6th Oct 1923Box 5 \ 3  03-page082
20 HP chassis brakes, addressing issues of squeaking, drum wear, and the proposed introduction of 4-wheel brakes.1st Nov 1923Box 5 \ 3  03-page083
Weaknesses in the 20 HP brakes, specifically squeaking and excessive drum wear.8th Nov 1923Box 5 \ 3  03-page084
Coachwork modifications for the conversion to four-wheel brakes on 40/50 and Goshawk models.8th Nov 1923Box 5 \ 3  03-page085
Instruction to halt work on front wheel brakes but to design the new gearbox to accommodate a servo later.10th Jan 1924Box 5 \ 3  03-page086


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