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Test results and diagram for 20 HP flywheel deflection tests.24th Oct 1930Box 5 \ 6  06-page083
Potential solutions for 25 HP engine vibrations, such as using counter-weights or a one-piece crankcase and block.5th Nov 1930Box 5 \ 6  06-page084
Experiments to investigate vibrations in a 25 HP engine.5th Nov 1930Box 5 \ 6  06-page085
Investigation into engine and flywheel vibrations by testing different crankshaft and flywheel configurations.5th Nov 1930Box 5 \ 6  06-page086
Page discussing the disturbing factor of 'long couples' in a six-cylinder crankshaft.5th Nov 1932Box 5 \ 6  06-page087
Vibration test data for a 25 HP H.L. Engine, showing crank deflection under various loads.6th Nov 1930Box 5 \ 6  06-page088
Data table of load and deflection measurements for No. 6 crank at Top Dead Centre (T.D.C.).6th Nov 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page089
Dimensioned drawing of a control lever assembly.7th Nov 1930Box 5 \ 6  06-page090
Request for remarks and criticisms regarding the reduced controls on the steering column.7th Nov 1930Box 5 \ 6  06-page091
Further experiments conducted to investigate vibrations on a 25 HP model.2nd Nov 1930Box 5 \ 6  06-page092
Analysis of vibration experiments conducted on a 25 HP engine, focusing on crankshaft and flywheel deflections.2nd Nov 1930Box 5 \ 6  06-page093
Analysis of crankcase bearing cap distortion, concluding it is due to crankcase web bending.21th Nov 1906Box 5 \ 6  06-page094
Blueprint showing a flywheel and No. 6 bearing for a 25 HP engine.21th Nov 1906Box 5 \ 6  06-page095
Graph showing crankcase and flywheel deflections for a 25 HP engine under varying loads.29th Nov 1930Box 5 \ 6  06-page096
Design modifications to the 25HP clutch flywheel cover, including a new stiffer version and requesting deflection measurements.29th Nov 1930Box 5 \ 6  06-page097
Quarterly complaints report detailing tests and issues with various fabric couplings.1st Dec 1930Box 5 \ 6  06-page098
Test results for non-spigoted and spigoted fabric coupling spiders.1st Dec 1930Box 5 \ 6  06-page099
Test results for various fabric couplings, detailing run time, reversals, and remarks.17th Nov 1930Box 5 \ 6  06-page100
Diagram illustrating the causes of failure in fabric coupling tests.17th Nov 1930Box 5 \ 6  06-page101
Manufacture, testing, and premature failure of two fabric couplings.13th Jan 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page102
Tests for lost movement in clutch pedal travel on a 25 HP model.17th Jan 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page103
Graph comparing the angular movement versus load for a standard and a lightened 25 HP clutch.15th Jan 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page104
Standardisation of chassis parts for the automatic oiling of the clutch spigot from the gearbox.15th Jan 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page105
Cost and implementation details for fitting a new part to a chassis.6th Feb 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page106
Flywheel vibrations, their causes, and potential engineering solutions.6th Feb 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page107
Improving engine smoothness by modifying pins, webs, and using balance weights to manage vibrations.6th Feb 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page108
12-cylinder engine design, crankshaft vibration, and potential performance improvements.11th Feb 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page109
Tests conducted on a 25 HP engine to reduce flywheel vibrations by using a double bearing.11th Feb 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page110
Photographic study of flyweight behavior under various conditions and speeds.11th Feb 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page111
Drawing of a 25 HP parallel flywheel bearing.20th Feb 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page112
Investigation of a vibration issue in a Phantom car engine and potential tests using balance weights.20th Feb 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page113
Engine design related to flywheel balance, crankcase stiffness, and vibration issues.18th Mar 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page114
Preliminary drawing and design for a J.3. clutch and flywheel.18th Mar 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page115
Design review memo with suggestions for improving the 'Japan 3 Clutch' to reduce weight, cost, and complexity.1st Apr 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page116
Issues and advantages of fabric couplings on the Phantom II vehicle.1st Apr 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page117
Request to fit a stiffer crankshaft flange and flywheel back plate to the 25 HP model.23th Apr 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page118
Application and testing of a 20/25 flywheel tail bearing.13th Jun 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page119
Request to manufacture parts for a flexible coupling to be fitted to the 25 HP clutch to overcome gear rattles.17th Jun 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page120
Blueprint of a propeller coupling with main circular view and cross-section.16th Jun 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page121
Drilling an experimental oil hole for the 20/25 flywheel tail bearing.21th Sep 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page122
The new N.W. scheme for a flywheel tail bearing and fitting it to a 25 HP car.22th Jun 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page123
The preparation of material for a 20/25 HP flywheel tail bearing.26th Jun 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page124
Issues with a lightened flywheel and the decision to use a standard flywheel with a stiffer flange.30th Jun 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page125
Cancellation of a standardisation sheet for a lightened flywheel on the 25 HP model due to gearbox rattles.1st Jul 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page126
Preparation and allocation of flywheel tail bearing parts for specific cars.7th Jul 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page127
Standard friction ring from a 20/25 clutch, made of Ferodo with interwoven brass wire, and a proposed modification.12th Jul 1932Box 5 \ 6  06-page128
Flywheel vibration issues after an attempted fix involving an extra bearing and stiffer flange.21th Jul 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page129
Tests on flywheel vibrations for a 25 HP engine.30th Sep 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page130
Request for a design for fitting a thin flange flywheel to a new 25 HP unit.2nd Oct 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page131
Tests on a 25 HP engine for reducing roughness by modifying the flywheel and balance weights.5th Oct 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page132
Follow-up report on flywheel vibration and the effectiveness of different balance weight schemes for a 25 HP engine.19th Oct 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page133
Request to manufacture a second flywheel with a thinner back plate for chassis No.18.G.IV.19th Oct 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page134
Design of a thin web flywheel for the 'CHINA' chassis.1st Oct 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page135
Requesting modifications to the 25 HP low inertia slipper wheel to prevent sludge collecting.24th Oct 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page136
Blueprint detailing the arrangement, dimensions, and modifications for a driven disc.28th Oct 1921Box 5 \ 6  06-page137
Request to test a heavy driven clutch member with the synchromesh box and modify an existing flywheel.28th Oct 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page138
Request to make three sets of damping springs with varying free lengths for a slipper wheel.29th Oct 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page139
Modification request for a Slipper Wheel to prevent sludge collecting in the damper.29th Oct 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page140
Reminder to measure the pedal pressure on the latest 20/25 clutch to apply the information to J. 3.17th Nov 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page141
Confirming the dispatch of scheme 3362, showing the clutch arrangement for J. 3.1st Nov 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page142
Pedal and spring pressure for the 25 HP clutch.6th Nov 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page143
Sending Scheme 3363 for a revised clutch pit, clutch operating gear, and front brake differential.1st Nov 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page144
Difficulties in getting the clutch to stop for gear engagement on various models and the need for a clutch stop or brake.6th Nov 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page145
Test results for 25 HP clutch springs, including load, deflection, and permanent set measurements.17th Nov 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page146
Letter discussing concerns about clutch pedal pressure, gears, and engine rattles on a 25 HP vehicle.8th Nov 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page147
Follow-up letter regarding brake wear, propeller clearance, and engine detonation tests.8th Nov 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page148
Technical memo discussing and comparing clutch spring loads, leverages, and pedal pressures for the 25 HP and 40/50 models.21th Nov 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page149
Request for figures from three specific clutch load tests for a 25 HP model.21th Nov 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page150
The experimental application of features to a 20/25 HP clutch.1st Nov 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page151
Recommendation to cease using automatic clutch spigot lubrication due to issues with oil flooding and clutch slip.20th Nov 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page152
Alterations to prints for clutch components to improve pedal operation.12th Dec 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page153
Instruction to abandon the automatic clutch spigot lubrication system for the 20/25 HP and 40/50 HP models.4th Dec 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page154
Issues with the 25 HP clutch operating mechanism, required modifications, and affected drawing numbers.21th Dec 1931Box 5 \ 6  06-page155
Standardisation of stronger clutch springs and modified leverages to suit, in order to overcome slipping.5th Jan 1932Box 5 \ 6  06-page156
Fitting of a new part to a chassis, including test date and costs.12th Mar 1932Box 5 \ 6  06-page157
Issues with the 25 HP clutch and proposed modifications to address slipping.5th Jan 1932Box 5 \ 6  06-page158
Diagram comparing standard and modified leverage for a 25 HP clutch operation.1st Jan 1932Box 5 \ 6  06-page159
Technical analysis of 40/50 clutch springs in relation to 25 HP clutch slipping.6th Jan 1932Box 5 \ 6  06-page160
Standardisation report for a chemically bonded Ferodo clutch lining with a scarf joint.6th Jan 1932Box 5 \ 6  06-page161
Form detailing scheduling and cost information for fitting a new part to a chassis.7th Jan 1932Box 5 \ 6  06-page162
Standardisation of chassis parts including Flywheel G.54938, Back Plate G.54939, Oil Catcher G.54940 and Ball Bearing Housing G.54941.7th Jan 1932Box 5 \ 6  06-page163
Record detailing the fitting of a new part to a chassis, including test date and associated costs.12th Mar 1932Box 5 \ 6  06-page164
Tests on a 25 HP clutch trunnion operating lever for deflection and bending.1st Apr 1932Box 5 \ 6  06-page165
Blueprint detailing a deflection test on a 20 HP gearbox main bearing.23th Jan 1911Box 5 \ 6  06-page166
Graph showing the results of deflection tests on a 20 HP clutch operating lever.29th Feb 1932Box 5 \ 6  06-page167
Trial for a 25HP torsionally flexible joint in the transmission, comparing two design suggestions.7th Jun 1932Box 5 \ 6  06-page168
Request to manufacture two sets of 25 HP clutch springs for a customer's car.10th Jun 1932Box 5 \ 6  06-page169
Specification sheet for an 8-off 25 HP clutch spring.21th Jun 1932Box 5 \ 6  06-page170
Clutch friction coefficients and suggesting tests to determine where losses occur.21th Jun 1932Box 5 \ 6  06-page171
Clutch pressure issues, design modifications, and material choices for clutches.1st Jul 1932Box 5 \ 6  06-page172
Clutch stiffness due to synchromesh gearboxes, American clutch designs, and a proposed clutch pedal modification.1st Jul 1932Box 5 \ 6  06-page173
Information about clutch pedal pressures and the reasons for changes across different series and models.8th Jul 1932Box 5 \ 6  06-page174
Technical analysis of clutch separation, torque, coefficient of friction, and performance issues.2nd Jul 1932Box 5 \ 6  06-page175
Clutch slip after synchromesh gear changes, comparing solutions from other manufacturers.1st Jul 1932Box 5 \ 6  06-page176
Proposal to increase clutch spring force for the 25HP and Phantom II models.7th Jul 1938Box 5 \ 6  06-page177
Instructions for fitting an experimental 25HP type driven plate to the J.III clutch, omitting cushioning springs.14th Jul 1932Box 5 \ 6  06-page178
Blueprint detailing the design and specifications for a driven plate in a clutch assembly.14th Jul 1932Box 5 \ 6  06-page179
Ordering and testing a Borg & Beck clutch fitted to a 25HP model.14th Jul 1932Box 5 \ 6  06-page180
Request to expedite building 25 HP clutch springs (Hs.644) into cartridges for testing and a customer's car.17th Mar 1932Box 5 \ 6  06-page181
Proposal for a Borg & Beck clutch on a 25HP model.22th Jul 1932Box 5 \ 6  06-page182


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