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Correction of faults on car 18-G4 in France prior to endurance running.16th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page103
The clutch, front shock dampers, and Wakefield XXL oil for car 18.G.IV.17th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page104
The maximum speed of 81 M.P.H. achieved by car 18-G4 under favourable conditions.18th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page105
Letter to G.W. Hancock discussing clutch pedal pressure, gear noise, and other issues on a 25 HP car.6th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page106
Instructions to monitor brake drum wear, propeller clearance and engine performance with increased ignition advance.8th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page107
Water temperature issue during a stationary slow running test and questioning the pump's efficiency.18th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page108
Tests and observations concerning engine mounting, exhaust system, acceleration, crankshaft periods, and a slipper wheel for vehicle 18.G.IV.18th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page109
Dynamo output readings in amps at various speeds with the lamps on and off.18th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page110
Request for pilot rear brake shoes for the 25 HP model to be sent out for testing.18th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page111
From G.W.H in Chateauroux, France, acknowledging instructions regarding Christmas, car mileage, and awaiting further instructions on the car's return.18th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page112
Letter addressing complaints about the dynamo's battery charging and requesting feedback on a new prototype Lucas wiper.18th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page113
Letter providing diagnostic advice for issues with water over-heating at low speeds and clutch slip.20th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page114
Letter concerning clutch spring pressures, pedal leverage, and acceleration figures for a 25 HP vehicle.21th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page115
Clutch slippage and chatter issues, traced to automatic oiling and bearing problems.23th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page116
Drawing and note concerning chattering and axial marks on a shaft.23th Jan 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page117
The failure and high-speed inefficiency of a Lucas windscreen wiper, with diagrams.23th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page118
Recurring slipper knock on a Phantom car, caused by a broken spring drive plate.23th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page119
Dynamo's output, battery discharge rates, and the inadequacy of headlamp bulbs for night driving.23th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page120
Troubleshooting on the Phantom model and comparing different wattage headlamp bulbs.23th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page121
Technical report discussing issues and planned actions for the gearbox, clutch, engine mounting, and front buffers.23th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page122
Damper filter interference with the side steering tube and a planned brake examination.23th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page123
Issue with the cross steering tube where tightening bolts traps a brass pad, rendering the spring inoperative.23th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page124
From Chateauroux, France, detailing findings on a vehicle's clutch, cylinders, petrol gauge, and brake drums.24th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page125
Maintenance work performed on car 18.G.IV, listing eight completed tasks.25th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page126
Persistent blowing past the pistons on a 25 HP engine and the trial of new rings.26th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page127
Findings from vehicle testing on cross steering, Bijur lubrication, engine mounting, gears, and clutch performance.26th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page128
Lubrication of a front axle, debating the cause of oil leakage and the condition of the parts.27th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page129
Vehicle performance issues regarding oil, suspension, brakes, spring drive, and gearbox.27th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page130
Failures with the Bijur lubrication system, an altered exhaust system, and an incident involving low-rated springs.27th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page131
Car handling characteristics, focusing on skidding, suspension rebound, and tyre grip.28th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page132
Letter to G.W. Hancock Esq. discussing issues with a car including steering, overheating, lubrication, petrol consumption, and clutch.28th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page133
Letter regarding the dispatch and testing of a set of inner and outer drive driving springs to eliminate rattles.28th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page134
Request to swap a 12-toothed axle from vehicle 12-GIV to 20-GIV due to smaller wheels being fitted.28th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page135
Engine performance issues, specifically piston ring blow-by, oil loss, and crankshaft vibration at high speed.28th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page136
Cylinder head issues including valve seat distortion, valve spring problems, and an inefficient water pump.29th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page137
Telegram requesting a replacement front brake equaliser, part number G 53076.30th Nov 1930Box 5a \ 3  03-page138
Internal versus external support stays for side spare wheel carriers.30th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page139
To G.W. Hancock discussing test results and required actions for various car components like the front axle, springs, and crankshaft.30th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page140
Note about a stuck carburetter air valve, comparing its maintenance to cheaper S.U. models and requesting feedback for improvement.30th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page141
Issues with valve seat distortion, engine diamond mounting movement, and overheating at low speeds.30th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page142
Findings on foot brake leverage, radiator mounting, cross steering tube load, and engine lubrication.28th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page143
Letter to G.W. Hancock requesting verification of an invoice from Paris for items including a new Exide battery.1st Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page144
The fitting of new clutch springs and a note on petrol consumption suggestions.1st Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page145
Issues found during testing related to water temperature, clutch performance, and a knock from the torque reaction damper.1st Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page146
Issues with a spare wheel carrier, petrol consumption test results, and a water pump fault.2nd Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page147
Engine temperature tests and a sticking carburetter air valve.2nd Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page148
Typed letter responding to vehicle issues including overheating, braking, and detonations.2nd Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page149
Knock from the torque reaction damper and clutch lubrication issues during the 18-GIV 10,000-mile test in France.31th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page150
From PN regarding arrangements for car 18-G4, including a trip to Le Canadel and movements in Paris.3rd Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page151
Investigations into torque reaction dampers, front shock dampers, and gearbox issues.3rd Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page152
Vehicle issues and repairs concerning gears, tyres, valves, speedometer, and electrical systems.28th Aug 1916Box 5a \ 3  03-page153
Test results and issues with brakes, detonations, radiator, and exhaust systems.4th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page154
Letter discussing engine testing on the crankshaft master period and arranging a car trial.4th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page155
Outlining the testing schedule and logistical arrangements for car 18-G4 in France.4th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page156
Recurring cracked exhaust manifold issue and a correction to a previous memo.5th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page157
Suggesting a slight modification to an exhaust system manifold to overcome a problem.5th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page158
The incomplete state of a vehicle test, its abrupt end, and an issue with a broken exhaust manifold.6th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page159
Status report on vehicle maintenance issues including stretched studs, brake wear, and damper knocking.7th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page160
Modifications and repairs carried out on a car in France.7th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page161
Outlining arrangements for a hamper and car journey to Le Canadel, France.7th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page162
Issues with the torque re-action damper and clutch oil leakage during a 10,000-mile test in France.8th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page163
Unsatisfactory steering and a cracked exhaust manifold on a car during a 15,000-mile test in France.9th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page164
Clarifying a misunderstanding regarding car and driver arrangements in France.9th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page165
Cover note for a final report on the running of vehicle 18-G-IV after 9,500 miles in France.14th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page166
The performance and suspension of vehicle 18.G.IV after a 9,500-mile road test, comparing it to a Bugatti.14th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page167
List of failures and troubles observed on a vehicle up to a mileage of 9,500.14th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page168
Car performance tests, a component failure, and engine running observations.14th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page169
Engine consumption tests, observed noises, and a post-mileage inspection of pistons and cylinder heads.14th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page170
Valve & fitting performance and low inertia spring drive modifications.14th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page171
Test report detailing findings on various engine components after mileage accumulation.14th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page172
Modifications and performance of a camshaft, petrol filter, and flywheel/clutch assembly.14th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page173
The performance and modifications of a clutch, synchro-mesh gearbox, and servo motor mechanism.14th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page174
Gearbox servo, exhaust, and radiator fitting issues and modifications.14th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page175
Issues with thermostatically operated shutters, fan belt failure, ignition plugs, and bonnet modifications.14th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page176
The performance and issues with various vehicle components including the bonnet, steering, propeller shaft, and brakes.14th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page177
Technical report on the condition and performance of front and rear axles, lubrication systems, and brakes.14th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page178
Test report on vehicle suspension components, including braking, springs, and dampers.14th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page179
Performance and issues with dampers, petrol tanks, and gauges.14th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page180
The performance of spare wheel arrangements and electrical equipment including a wiper, dynamo, and starter motor.14th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page181
The condition of vehicle components including the dynamo, distributor, battery, clock and bodywork after a mileage test.14th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page182
Performance data sheet detailing acceleration times, fuel and oil consumption, and tyre mileage.14th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page183
Table recording cage clearance measurements over various dates.28th Jan 1932Box 5a \ 3  03-page184
Performance graph from an accelerator pump test, plotting Boost, RPM, Oil Pressure, and Oil Temperature.28th Jan 1932Box 5a \ 3  03-page185
Graph showing vaporisation temperatures from an in-flight engine test at various altitudes.20th Oct 1941Box 5a \ 3  03-page186
Graph plotting performance data from a test run with reduced fuel and oil consumption.11th Feb 1933Box 5a \ 3  03-page187
Graph showing the results of a test with a long exhaust pipe on an engine.25th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page188
Letter to G.W. Hancock in France regarding issues with front axle lubrication, brakes, and a gearbox.25th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page189
Typed letter discussing a concern about the top gear coming out on the over-run in gearboxes.16th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page190
Inspection report on a C.10 Chassis unit after a 10,000-mile test, detailing the condition of engine components.16th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page191
Continued vehicle inspection report detailing the condition of engine and chassis components.16th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page192
Condition report on various chassis components.28th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page193
Test report on experimental car 18.G.4 after its 10,000-mile test in France.28th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page194
Page 2 of a vehicle condition report detailing faults with the brakes, clutch, radiator, and electrical systems.29th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page195
Test driver's impression report on a car's performance after a 60-mile run, detailing issues with various components.29th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page196
Vehicle component testing, detailing issues with the speedometer and a fouling shock absorber.29th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page197
10,000-mile test praising a new car's performance and urging its immediate production.1st Dec 1931Box 5a \ 3  03-page198
Driver's report on a car's performance during a 1,000-mile road test in France.1st Jan 1932Box 5a \ 3  03-page199
Issues and performance of various vehicle components, including the carburettor, windscreen wipers, and clutch.8th Jan 1932Box 5a \ 3  03-page200
The condition of engine 18.G.IV after a 10,000 miles test.8th Jan 1932Box 5a \ 3  03-page201
Condition report on various vehicle components including springs, clutch, gearbox, and radiator.8th Jan 1932Box 5a \ 3  03-page202


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