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Dynamo and starter motor for the 'Goshawk II'.24th Aug 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan027
The earthing of externally produced Goshawk II dynamo and motor parts.9th Sep 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan028
Modifications to starter motors and dynamos for the 'Goshawk' earthed electrical system.10th Sep 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan029
Suitability of dynamos and motors from various manufacturers for the Goshawk II engine's earthed electrical system.13th Sep 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan030
The testing and evaluation of C.A.V. dynamos and motors for the Goshawk car.13th Sep 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan031
The poor performance of a motor for the 40/50 chassis, its heavy current draw, and the necessary modifications for its application.13th Sep 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan032
Comparing dynamos and motors from suppliers Rotax, Lucas, C.A.V., and Smith for the Goshawk II.13th Oct 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan033
Modifications to the dynamo and starter motor drives for Goshawk 11 and 40/50 models.15th Dec 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan034
Unsatisfactory drives, recommending magnetic operating for a 40/50 modified engine and ceasing use of Rotax.15th Dec 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan035
Comparative table of specifications for various starter motors for a small car.23th May 1927Box 51 \ 5  Scan036
Sourcing of lighting and starting equipment from Brolt Ltd.1st Jun 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan037
Letter to Brolt Ltd. discussing revised specifications for starting and lighting equipment, specifically dynamos and starter motors.20th Jun 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan038
Letter from Brolt Limited regarding the review of drawings and curves for machines against a revised specification.21th Jun 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan039
Letter from Brolt Limited discussing specifications for various dynamo models and enclosing blueprints.8th Jul 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan040
Letter from a supplier discussing specifications for L3 and L2 type starters.9th Jul 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan041
Suitability of starter motors from various makes for the Goshawk II engine.9th Jul 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan042
Suitability of dynamos and starter motors from Brolt Limited for large and small cars.11th Jul 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan043
Following up on the consideration of blueprints for a Brolt dynamo and starter motor.19th Aug 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan044
Decision to not proceed with Brolt dynamos and starters, confirming the use of existing suppliers.31th Aug 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan045
Copy of a letter sent to Messrs Joseph Lucas and Rotax Motors regarding a starter motor scheme.18th Apr 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan046
Copy of a letter from The Lucas Electrical Company Ltd. regarding a Starting Motor for a Goshawk II engine.20th Apr 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan047
Extract from a report on a visit to Lucas in Birmingham regarding dynamo and motor suitability for a small car.4th May 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan048
Dynamos and starter motors for the Goshawk II chassis, concerning the involvement of the Lucas company.14th Jun 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan049
Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. regarding the specifications for a starter motor for the 'Goshawk II' engine.5th Jul 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan050
Letter to Lucas Electrical Co. regarding a starter motor for 'Goshawk II' and associated drawings.6th Jul 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan051
Continued correspondence detailing specifications for motor components, including bearings and terminals.1st Jul 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan052
Letter from The Lucas Electrical Company Ltd. regarding the starting motor for the 'Goshawk II' engine.7th Jul 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan053
Extract discussing the suitability of starter motors from other makes for the 'GOSHAWK II' engine.9th Jul 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan054
Visit to Messrs Lucas regarding the Goshawk starter motor and switchbox.12th Jul 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan055
Letter from The Lucas Electrical Company Ltd. regarding the design of a starter and dynamo for the Goshawk I engine.13th Jul 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan056
Letter from Lucas Electrical Co. Ltd. detailing design modifications for a dynamo, including bearings, oil grooves, and materials.16th Jul 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan057
Special parts required for the 'Goshawk' II Lucas sample starter motor, referencing blueprints and providing production instructions.16th Jul 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan058
Letter to The Lucas Electrical Co. regarding drawings and modifications for a Goshawk II starter motor.15th Jul 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan059
Communication confirming a decision regarding the Starter Motor.15th Jul 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan060
Order for a dynamo and starter motor for the 'Goshawk II' from Lucas Co., and the decision not to order from Rotax.15th Aug 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan061
Extract regarding electrical equipment for the 40/50 HP chassis and 'Goshawk II'.9th Sep 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan062
Letter to Lucas Electrical Co. Ltd. regarding the modification of a dynamo and motor for the Goshawk project to suit an earthed electrical system.8th Sep 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan063
Letter from The Lucas Electrical Company regarding modifications to a Dynamo and Motor for the Goshawk project.9th Sep 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan064
The supply of electrical equipment for the 'Goshawk II' from Lucas Electrical Co., covering pricing and supply issues.17th Nov 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan065
Confirmation from Lucas Electrical Co. Ltd. that blueprints for the Goshawk 11 starter motor components are in order.30th Nov 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan066
The Lucas Starter Motor Type 4880.14th Dec 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan067
Instruction sheet detailing the construction of an armature and its associated components.14th Dec 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan068
Specifications and details for Lucas Motor A880.15th Dec 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan069
Instruction sheet with calculations for Goshawk engine motor performance and specifications.15th Dec 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan070
Instructions detailing performance metrics at two-thirds of the engine's torque.15th Dec 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan071
Brake test report for a Lucas A880 starter motor.9th Dec 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan072
Brake test results for a Lucas H880 starter motor.9th Dec 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan073
Construction, materials, and dimensions of the Lucas motor for the Goshawk II.3rd Jan 1922Box 51 \ 5  Scan074
Test report and analysis of a Lucas motor's performance specifications and brake test results with a Goshawk engine.1st Jan 1922Box 51 \ 5  Scan075
Comparison of motor performance characteristics, including torque and efficiency, for the Goshawk engine.3rd Jan 1922Box 51 \ 5  Scan076
Comparison of Lucas and C.A.V. motors, discussing engine torque, battery performance, and the need for further testing.3rd Jan 1922Box 51 \ 5  Scan077
Performance graph showing the brake efficiency curves for a Lucas starter motor.3rd Jan 1922Box 51 \ 5  Scan078
Performance graph showing the brake efficiency, power, speed, voltage, and current curves for a starter motor.25th Apr 1922Box 51 \ 5  Scan079
Notice confirming that three A.880 Lucas starters are now located in No. 2 Stores.25th Apr 1922Box 51 \ 5  Scan080
Lucas starter motor sent for examination to Mr. Elliott and Sir Henry Royce.24th Oct 1931Box 51 \ 5  Scan081
Returning a Lucas starter motor to the makers for credit.7th Nov 1931Box 51 \ 5  Scan082
Letter sent to suppliers Joseph Lucas and Rotax Motors regarding a suitable starter motor for 'N' Scheme 839.18th Apr 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan083
Letter from Rotax Motor Accessories Co. Ltd. discussing the suitability of a starter motor for an engine.20th Apr 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan084
Visit to Rotax Company regarding a Goshawk II starter motor and a bulky cutout, with a preference for a Smith component.10th Dec 1939Box 51 \ 5  Scan085
Letter to Rotax Motor Accessories Co. regarding the supply of parts for a Goshawk II starter motor.10th May 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan086
Specifications and arrangements for an experimental starter motor and its components.10th May 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan087
Letter to Rotax Motor Accessories Ltd. requesting drawings for a driving end bracket and magnet case.10th May 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan088
Issues fitting a Rotax starter motor to the Goshawk II engine due to a new crankcase breather.5th May 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan089
Letter from Rotax Motor Accessories Co. Ltd. regarding drawings for a Goshawk II starter.20th May 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan090
Letter to Rotax Motor Accessories Co., Ltd. requesting the shortening of the M.T.1.L. starter motor for the Goshawk II engine.26th May 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan091
Letter from Rotax Motor Accessories Ltd. regarding the dimensions of a Starter Motor for Goshawk II.31th May 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan092
Selection of a suitable starter motor for the Goshawk II engine.28th Jun 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan093
Suitability of starter motors from various manufacturers for the 'Goshawk II' engine.9th Jul 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan094
Requesting a copy of a previous memo regarding the Rotax MT1L Starter Motor for 'Goshawk II'.14th Jul 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan095
Forwarding a report on the Rotax MT1L starter motor for the Goshawk II engine.15th Jul 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan096
Ordering a dynamo and starter motor for the 'GOSHAWK II' from the Lucas Co.15th Aug 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan097
The Dynamo & Starter Motor for the 'Goshawk II'.24th Aug 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan098
Letter from Rotax advising on the modifications required for a 'Goshawk' dynamo to make it suitable for an earthed system.9th Sep 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan099
Letter to suppliers S. Smith & Sons and C.A. Vandervell regarding the suitability of their starter motors for 'N' Scheme 838.18th Apr 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan100
Enquiries with Messrs. Smith & Sons for dynamos and starter motors for the Goshawk II and 40/50 chassis.5th May 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan101
Letter to S. Smith & Sons regarding the supply of a starter motor for the Goshawk II engine.9th May 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan102
Letter detailing design requirements, specifications, and assembly instructions for an experimental starter motor.1st May 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan103
Letter to Messrs Smith & Sons (M.A.) Ltd. requesting a drawing of their standard driving end bracket for magnet case dimensions.10th May 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan104
Letter to S. Smith & Sons Ltd concerning the choice of a starter motor for the Goshawk II engine.13th May 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan105
Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding the Model SS Starter Motor for the Goshawk II engine, enclosing a blueprint and discussing a cable clamp.20th May 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan106
Suitability and potential modification of a Smith Type 5S motor for the Goshawk II.2nd Jun 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan107
Letter to S. Smith & Sons Ltd. requesting drawings and dimensions for the Goshawk II starter motor.3rd Jun 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan108
Acknowledgement letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding a starter motor for the 'Goshawk II'.6th Jun 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan109
Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding the supply of a dynamo and starter for the Goshawk II Engine.7th Jun 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan110
Letter from S. Smith & Sons concerning blueprints and dimensions for a Model 5S Starter.10th Jun 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan111
Requesting a test of the Smith Type 5S motor for the 'Goshawk II'.13th Jun 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan112
Mr. Royce's reply to an enquiry about the Smith Type 5S motor for the 'Goshawk II'.16th Jun 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan113
Modifications and blueprints for the 'Goshawk' II Starter Motor, Smiths Modified 5.S. Model.1st Jul 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan114
Letter to S. Smith & Sons Ltd. regarding drawings for a 'Goshawk II' Engine starter motor.1st Jul 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan115
Letter from supplier S. Smith & Sons Ltd. regarding blueprints for a Model BS Starter for the 'Goshawk II' Engine.8th Jul 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan116
Alternative C.A.V. and Smith starter motors for the 'Goshawk II' engine.9th Jul 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan117
Letter to S. Smith & Sons concerning the starter motor for the 'Goshawk II' engine.11th Jul 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan118
Copy of a letter from S. Smith & Sons Ltd. regarding the starter motor for the 'Goshawk II' Engine.12th Jul 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan119
Letter from S. Smith & Sons Ltd. concerning delays in the supply of a Model 4D dynamo and a Model 3S starter.25th Aug 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan120
Letter to S. Smith & Sons Ltd. regarding modifications to a Dynamo & Motor for the 'Goshawk' project.8th Sep 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan121
Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding a dynamo and starter for the Goshawk Engine, discussing modifications for an earthed system and doubts about the starter's power.9th Sep 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan122
Copy of a letter from S. Smith & Sons Ltd. regarding the despatch of a dynamo and starter for a Goshawk engine.19th Sep 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan123
Preliminary report on the Smith S. Motor, Type 5.S.14th Oct 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan124
Instruction sheet with inspection notes for an armature, including details on its brushes, bearings, and overall condition.Box 51 \ 5  Scan125
Analysis of the Smith Motor for the 'Goshawk II' engine, detailing its dimensions, weight, and design flaws.17th Oct 1921Box 51 \ 5  Scan126


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