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Significant number of complaints about unreliable petrol gauges on the Phantom II and 20/25 models.22th Jul 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0219
Telegram from Hobson regarding an arrival to discuss radiator L G 182.23th May 1923Box 61 \ 3  scan0220
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding an analysis of faults on latest type fused glass gauges for 25 HP and 40-50 HP cars.23th Jul 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0221
Various vehicle and gauge faults, along with a log from the Gauge Repair Shop.23th Jul 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0222
Faults on returned gauges, including specific order numbers, part numbers, and an analysis of production numbers.23th Jul 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0223
Page 4 of a letter from H. M. Hobson Ltd. regarding serviced gauges of cement joint and fused seal types.23th Jul 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0224
Summary of 'Teligauge' complaints for the June quarter, listing chassis numbers by location.15th Nov 1926Box 61 \ 3  scan0225
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. correcting a previous communication about the breakdown of U.S. and English gallon gauges delivered.24th Jul 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0226
Telex confirming the breakdown of delivered fuel gauges into U.S. and English gallon measurements.24th Jul 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0227
Telegram clarifying quantities and specifications for fused seal gauge deliveries.31th Jul 1930Box 61 \ 3  scan0228
Telegram message clarifying the quantity and type of gauges delivered, distinguishing between US and English gallons.24th Jul 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0229
Telegram received by telephone regarding the confirmation of a gallon gauge delivery.24th Jul 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0230
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding a new type of liquid for use in gauges in the Experimental Shop.29th Jul 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0231
Test procedures for the K.S. petrol gauge.5th Aug 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0232
Quarterly report on complaints about petrol gauges and the evaluation of potential replacements.2nd Aug 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0233
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. providing an analysis of faults on fused glass gauges for 25 HP and 40/50 HP models.23th Jul 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0234
Log of reported faults and a repair shop's record of gauge repairs.14th Jul 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0235
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. discussing returns, repairs and delivery statistics for different types of gauges.22th Aug 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0236
Despatch of a 25 HP petrol tank to S. Smith & Sons for fitting with an experimental electrical gauge.22th Aug 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0237
Correspondence regarding the fitting of electrical petrol gauges to a 25 HP petrol tank for a road test.22th Aug 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0238
Issues and alternatives for various types of petrol gauges.24th Aug 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0239
Letter from S. Smith & Sons requesting specifications for an electric petrol gauge.26th Aug 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0240
Letter from S. Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories), Ltd. regarding the submission of an instrument set for testing.28th Aug 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0241
Letter to S. Smith & Sons providing specifications for an electrical petrol gauge for a 25 HP car.28th Aug 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0242
Letter concerning the supply of a complete installation from Sunbeam Ltd. for inspection on a 25 HP car.28th Aug 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0243
Letter from supplier S. Smith & Sons regarding the fitment of an electric petrol gauge.31th Aug 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0244
Letter to S. Smith & Sons, Ltd. regarding the petrol tank and baffles for an electrical petrol gauge.1st Sep 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0245
Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding the fitting of an Electric Petrol Gauge.4th Sep 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0246
Letter to S. Smith & Sons regarding the fitting and testing of an electric petrol gauge.7th Sep 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0247
Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding a sample Electric Petrol Gauge, a returned tank, and an enclosed wiring diagram.21th Sep 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0248
Proposal for a more aesthetically pleasing Hobson petrol gauge fitting for the 'U' series 25HP petrol tank.8th Sep 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0249
The requirements for a test rig for Herzmark compressors and a Claudel-Hobson petrol pump.1st Sep 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0250
Test scheme for the Herzmark & Co. gear and Claudel-Hobson petrol pump.8th Sep 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0251
Confirming a requested sketch is attached.15th Sep 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0252
Cross-sectional diagram of a Claudel-Hobson petrol pump regulating valve.15th Sep 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0253
Letter to The Nivex Gauge Co. Ltd. about a small gauge that has ceased to function.21th Sep 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0254
Requesting the despatch of a Nivex Petrol Gauge to the manufacturer for rectification.21th Sep 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0255
Test results for a Smith's electric petrol gauge showing actual gallons versus gauge readings.29th Sep 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0256
The fitting of a Smith's Electric Petrol Gauge to vehicle 12-G4.30th Sep 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0257
Letter from Nivex Gauge Limited confirming receipt and planned calibration of a petrol gauge.8th Oct 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0258
Letter to S. Smith & Sons concerning the preliminary testing and proposed modifications for an electric petrol gauge.9th Oct 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0259
Letter from S. Smith & Sons acknowledging feedback on their electric petrol gauge.10th Oct 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0260
Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding the redesign and calibration of an electric petrol gauge.15th Oct 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0261
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding testing and issues found with a new 18-gallon petrol tank gauge.20th Oct 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0262
Calibration chart for an 18-gallon petrol gauge for a 20 HP vehicle.21th Oct 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0263
Dispatch of one ammeter for an electric petrol gauge to Messrs. S. Smith & Sons Ltd.21th Oct 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0264
Letter to S. Smith & Sons, Ltd. regarding the supply and design requirements for an electric petrol gauge.21th Oct 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0265
Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding an electric petrol gauge, tank unit, and a damaged ammeter.22th Oct 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0266
Continuation page of a letter from S. Smith & Sons Ltd.22th Oct 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0267
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the supply and calibration of gauge dials and pipe unions.23th Oct 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0268
Page two of a letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. about pump line connectors to prevent assembly errors.23th Oct 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0269
Blueprint detailing the connections for a previous and new 3-line scheme for a tank unit.23th Oct 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0270
The 'Metreta' Petrol Level Gauge, discussing its accuracy and suggesting a sample be tested.26th Oct 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0271
Sales and instruction leaflet for the 'Metreta' Level Gauge, detailing its features, fitting instructions, and pricing.26th Oct 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0272
Illustrated guide on the principle and operation of the METRETA liquid level measuring system.30th Oct 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0273
Letter to S. Smith & Sons regarding an electric petrol gauge, requesting cable and dial specifications for upcoming tests.30th Oct 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0274
Letter from a supplier regarding the dispatch of a sample electric petrol gauge.30th Oct 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0275
Service bulletin for the AC Petrol Gauge with a geared type tank unit.18th Sep 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0276
Service bulletin describing the wiring, operation, and features of an AC petrol gauge with a geared type tank unit.18th Sep 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0277
Service bulletin for the AC Petrol Gauge (geared type tank unit) including a troubleshooting chart.18th Sep 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0278
Description of the Claudel-Hobson air-driven petrol pump and its operation.30th Oct 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0279
Tests of a pump and regulator, analysing air consumption against petrol delivery and leakage.30th Oct 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0280
Analysis of a petrol pump's performance, delivery rates, and its interaction with an air compressor and carburetter.30th Oct 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0281
Technical evaluation and summary of an air-driven reciprocating pump and regulator valve system for petrol feed.30th Oct 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0282
Blueprint of a Claudel-Hobson petrol pump regulating valve.30th Oct 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0283
Graph showing air consumption against petrol delivery for a Claudel-Hobson air-driven petrol pump.23th Oct 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0284
Test scheme diagram for a Claudel-Hobson air-driven petrol pump.30th Oct 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0285
Diagram showing a cross-section and external view of a Claudel-Hobson air-driven petrol pump.30th Oct 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0286
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. to Mr. Hives of Rolls-Royce Ltd. confirming a meeting arrangement.31th Oct 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0287
Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding a sample Electric Petrol Gauge.2nd Nov 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0288
Request to test a newly discovered electrical petrol gauge to replace the existing Hobson gauge.3rd Nov 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0289
Short typed message, likely a telegram, from Hives to Dodson arranging a meeting.4th Nov 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0290
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding a postponed appointment and a carburettor test on a Vauxhall car.4th Nov 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0291
Follow-up enquiry regarding the performance and satisfactory status of different petrol gauges.5th Nov 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0292
Requesting another Smith electric petrol gauge for examination following testing on chassis 18-GIV.7th Nov 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0293
Principle of operation of a Smith electric petrol gauge.7th Nov 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0294
Letter from H. M. Hobson Ltd. concerning the calibration of a K-S Telegage dial for an order.7th Nov 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0295
Blueprint for a gauge to be mounted on an instrument board.23th Sep 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0296
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the unavailability of a tank for calibration and requesting a Willis Venetian Cream dial.12th Nov 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0297
Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the procurement of an up-to-date petrol pump from the Air Ministry for testing purposes.12th Nov 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0298
Sending a sample of a Smith Electric Petrol Level Indicator for inspection.7th Nov 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0299
Arranging the despatch of a sample Smith Electric Petrol Gauge for the attention of Sir Henry Royce.7th Nov 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0300
Test report on a K.S. Hobson single pipe line petrol gauge on car 27-EX.7th Dec 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0301
Petrol loss during cornering, petrol gauge inaccuracies, and filler neck design issues.22th Dec 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0302
Despatch note to S.Smith & Sons, Ltd. for a 40/50 HP Petrol Tank and a blueprint.22th Dec 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0303
Letter to S. Smith & Sons regarding issues with an electric petrol gauge and requesting a replacement.22th Dec 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0304
Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding electric petrol gauges.28th Dec 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0305
Letter to S. Smith & Sons regarding the fitting of an 'Earth Return' type electric petrol gauge to a 20-gallon tank.1st Jan 1932Box 61 \ 3  scan0306
Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding the development and demonstration of an electric petrol gauge.2nd Jan 1932Box 61 \ 3  scan0307
Loan of a 40/50 HP petrol tank to Messrs. Smith & Sons.5th Jan 1932Box 61 \ 3  scan0308
Despatch note for a 25 HP petrol tank F.58208 on loan to S. Smith & Sons Ltd.6th Jan 1932Box 61 \ 3  scan0309
Letter to S. Smith & Sons Ltd. regarding the specifications for electric petrol gauges for 18 and 20 gallon tanks.12th Jan 1932Box 61 \ 3  scan0310
Blueprint showing alternative suggestions for an electric petrol gauge tank attachment.21th Jan 1938Box 61 \ 3  scan0311
Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding the fitting of electric petrol gauges to 18 and 20-gallon fuel tanks.13th Jan 1932Box 61 \ 3  scan0312
Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding fuel gauge fitting issues and the return of a damaged ammeter.13th Jan 1932Box 61 \ 3  scan0313
Letter to S. Smith & Sons Ltd. regarding the design and urgent supply of an electric petrol gauge.14th Jan 1931Box 61 \ 3  scan0314
Letter to S. Smith & Sons, Ltd. proposing a simplification of the electric petrol gauge wiring.15th Jan 1932Box 61 \ 3  scan0315
Correspondence from S. Smith & Sons regarding modifications and capacity clarification for a petrol tank unit.15th Jan 1932Box 61 \ 3  scan0316
Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding the enclosure of a blueprint for a tank unit arrangement.16th Jan 1932Box 61 \ 3  scan0317
Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding the supply and delivery timeline for specially made electric petrol gauges.19th Jan 1932Box 61 \ 3  scan0318


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