| Description | Date | Identifier | |
| Letter discussing the performance and cost benefits of electric clocks. | 27th Nov 1931 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0017 | |
| Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding the cost of photographic dials and the performance of sample electric clocks. | 27th Nov 1931 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0018 | |
| Query regarding seeing a Smith's design for a 20/25 HP instrument board. | 21th Dec 1931 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0019 | |
| Requesting a reply regarding the 20/25 HP Instrument Board. | 4th Jan 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0020 | |
| Mock-up of the 20/25 instrument board from Smiths, awaiting approval and estimates. | 5th Jan 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0021 | |
| Letter to S. Smith & Sons regarding the provisional approval and standardisation of an instrument panel for a 20/25 HP car. | 8th Jan 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0022 | |
| Standardisation of Smith's dashboard instruments for the 20/25 HP Chassis 'U' Series. | 8th Jan 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0023 | |
| Letter from S. Smith & Sons arranging a meeting concerning a 20/25 instrument panel. | 11th Jan 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0024 | |
| Proposed instrument board from Messrs. Smith for the 20/25 HP chassis, including instrument details and cost comparisons. | 2nd Jan 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0025 | |
| Cost savings by using Smith's sheet metal instrument panels instead of aluminium castings. | 2nd Jan 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0026 | |
| Price list for various instrument board configurations and their individual components. | 13th Jan 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0027 | |
| Initial proposal for the J.3 instrument board, detailing the layout and sourcing of components. | 13th Jan 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0028 | |
| Evolution of instrument board lighting from external floodlights to internal pea lamps. | 9th Jan 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0029 | |
| Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding the dispatch of blueprints for a panel. | 19th Jan 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0030 | |
| Requiring an oil gauge for the J.3. instrument patch due to driver-controllable hydraulic dampers. | 20th Jan 1933 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0031 | |
| Design and fitment of a new Smith instrument facia board for chassis 18-GIV. | 21th Jan 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0032 | |
| Confirming the standardisation of the 20/25 HP instrument board for the 'U' series and requesting a layout drawing. | 27th Jan 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0033 | |
| Query regarding the standardization of a new instrument panel for the 'U' series and a request for the corresponding drawing. | 28th Jan 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0034 | |
| Ordering of a new panel with Smith's instruments for the 20/25 HP 'U' series. | 29th Jan 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0035 | |
| Request to obtain a complete set of Smith Instruments for the new 20/25 model, intended for inspection for a project for Japan. | 29th Jan 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0036 | |
| Design and layout of a 20/25 HP instrument board. | 29th Jan 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0037 | |
| Design revisions for the 20/25 HP instrument boards. | 1st Feb 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0038 | |
| Request to issue a scheme for fitting a Smith instrument patch to a facia board for testing. | 2nd Feb 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0039 | |
| Confirming the suitability of instrument board layout Scheme 526 for chassis 19-G-IV. | 4th Feb 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0040 | |
| Potential design modifications for a 20/25 HP instrument board. | 4th Feb 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0041 | |
| Arranging for the fitting of a Smith Instrument Patch to model 19.G.4. | 5th Feb 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0042 | |
| Layout and illumination of the 20/25 HP instrument board. | 5th Feb 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0043 | |
| Invoices from Messrs. S. Smith & Sons Ltd. for a 20/25-HP chassis instrument patch. | 19th Feb 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0044 | |
| Delay in issuing the instrument panel standardisation sheet pending further instructions. | 20th Feb 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0045 | |
| Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. requesting the return of a loaned instrument patch and a blueprint for a proposed ammeter. | 20th Feb 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0046 | |
| Instruction to fit a Smith instrument patch to chassis 16-GIV instead of 19-GIV. | 22th Feb 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0047 | |
| Supply of accessories for the first J. 3. Enclosed Limousine. | 25th Feb 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0048 | |
| The use of Smith instruments and a modified patch for 'U' Series 25 HP cars. | 1st Mar 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0049 | |
| Request for instructions for a new instrument board (19-GIV) with a patch for Smith instruments. | 3rd Mar 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0050 | |
| Outlining the process for updating instrument boards on experimental 20/25 HP chassis. | 2nd Mar 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0051 | |
| Smith Instruments and a Modified Patch for the 20/25 model. | 3rd Mar 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0052 | |
| The fitting of a new standardised instrument patch and speedometer for chassis 19-EX. | 7th Mar 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0053 | |
| Letter to S. Smith & Sons Ltd. regarding the replacement of ammeters for the 20/25 chassis. | 7th Apr 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0054 | |
| Requesting the return of a Smith thermometer to the manufacturer for modification. | 7th Apr 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0055 | |
| Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding the direct purchase of Ammeters from Messrs. Lucas. | 8th Apr 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0056 | |
| Replacing incorrect ammeters on the 20/25 chassis due to supply issues and subsequent erratic performance. | 1st Apr 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0057 | |
| Letter from S. Smith & Sons to Mr. H. Royce concerning a telegram about loose instrument dials and arranging an engineer's visit. | 12th Apr 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0058 | |
| Telex message regarding loose instrument dials and an urgent request for a representative's visit. | 12th Apr 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0059 | |
| Diffusion scheme for instrument board lighting. | 15th Apr 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0060 | |
| Issues with instrument board lighting and experiments to improve it for more uniform distribution. | 15th Apr 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0061 | |
| Letter to Messrs. S. Smith & Sons Ltd. regarding dissatisfaction with the printing of instrument dials and arranging a visit. | 15th Apr 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0062 | |
| Improvements to instrument board lighting, focusing on bulb colour and voltage. | 18th Apr 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0063 | |
| Points raised by Smiths Instruments concerning the thermometer and speedometer for the 'U' series. | 19th Apr 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0064 | |
| Letter from S. Smith & Sons to Rolls-Royce following up on a meeting between Mr. West and their Chief Engineer, Mr. Dorer. | 19th Apr 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0065 | |
| Letter to S. Smith & Sons Ltd. confirming points of discussion regarding various instrument gauges. | 19th Apr 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0066 | |
| Letter from S. Smith & Sons acknowledging receipt of correspondence and a recent meeting. | 21th Apr 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0067 | |
| Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding the replacement of a defective Radiator Thermo-meter. | 22th Apr 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0068 | |
| Proposing a new layout for the 20/25 'U' Series instrument board to resolve magnetic interference with the petrol gauge. | 23th Apr 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0069 | |
| Return of a failed Smith Radiator Thermometer. | 23th Apr 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0070 | |
| Letter from S. Smith & Sons Ltd. regarding the replacement of a Radiator Thermometer. | 22th Apr 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0071 | |
| Letter to S. Smith & Sons, Ltd. regarding faulty thermometers and petrol gauges. | 26th Apr 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0072 | |
| Delay with the petrol tank unit for the 20/25 HP 'U' Series chassis test. | 27th Apr 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0073 | |
| The issuance of Smiths instruments for experimental cars, excluding petrol gauges. | 28th Apr 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0074 | |
| Request to order specific instrument board lamps with blue glass or lacquer for lighting experiments. | 28th Apr 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0075 | |
| Meeting with Smiths Instruments regarding sample instruments and delivery for the 'U' Series 25 HP. | 28th Apr 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0076 | |
| Outlining necessary tests and observed faults with Smith instruments for the U Series 25HP. | 30th Apr 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0077 | |
| Letter to S. Smith & Sons Ltd. requesting a sample of blue celluloid for instrument lighting experiments. | 3rd May 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0078 | |
| Letter to supplier S. Smith & Sons regarding loose dials on petrol gauges and a request for improved fixings. | 9th May 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0079 | |
| The petrol gauge dial becoming loose from its casing on the 'U' Series 25HP instrument patch. | 9th May 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0080 | |
| Experiments and recommendations to improve 40/50 instrument patch lighting. | 11th May 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0081 | |
| Experiments and improvements for instrument panel lighting. | 12th May 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0082 | |
| Page discussing a future scheme for improved instrument illumination to reduce reflections. | 12th May 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0083 | |
| Improvements to instrument patch lighting, its implementation on undelivered chassis, and cost implications. | 13th May 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0084 | |
| Road tests of Smith instruments, specifically the speedometer and clock, for the 20/25 chassis. | 13th May 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0085 | |
| The testing and modification of dashboard instruments, including ammeters, petrol meters, and gauges. | 13th Aug 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0086 | |
| The unsatisfactory lighting of the instrument patch and experiments to improve illumination without glare. | 13th May 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0087 | |
| Correspondence regarding the return and repair of faulty Smith petrol gauges and a thermometer. | 19th May 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0088 | |
| Letter from a supplier advising against a suggested modification to instrument cases due to the need for new tooling. | 23th May 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0089 | |
| Letter regarding the fitting of an electric petrol gauge to Mr. Graseby's car. | 23th May 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0090 | |
| Letter to S. Smith & Sons, Ltd. agreeing to leave instruments in their present form to avoid jig alterations. | 25th May 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0091 | |
| Testing a new dial plate (D.53601) for Smith instruments. | 25th May 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0092 | |
| Request to manufacture temporary parts to test improvements in instrument illumination using bevelled glass for the 20/25 HP Chassis. | 26th May 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0093 | |
| Production issues with the location mechanism for Smith 'U' Series 25HP instruments. | 1st Jun 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0094 | |
| Proposal to delete instrument locations on the Smith Patch for the 19-EX car. | 2nd Jun 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0095 | |
| Follow-up letter from S. Smith & Sons chasing a reply to a previous correspondence about panels. | 4th Jun 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0096 | |
| Letter to S. Smith & Sons Ltd. apologising for a delayed reply regarding instrument panels. | 6th Jun 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0097 | |
| Urgent improvements to the instrument board lighting for 20/25 and 40/50 models. | 6th Jun 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0098 | |
| Request to obtain a sample standard Smith combined water temperature and oil pressure gauge for inspection. | 7th Jun 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0099 | |
| Request to create a modified Supporting Plate for instruments on a 20/25 HP model for illumination experiments. | 8th Jun 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0100 | |
| Request for blue transparent material to be used in light diffusion experiments on instrument boards. | 8th Jun 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0101 | |
| Confirming the standardization of improved instrument board illumination for Phantom II and 20/25 HP chassis. | 11th Jun 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0102 | |
| Standardisation of chassis parts, replacing separate instruments with a Smith instrument patch for U series 25Hp models. | 5th May 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0103 | |
| Standardisation form for a new chassis part, detailing its introduction to production. | 7th Jun 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0104 | |
| Request to replace Smith & instruments on car 19-GIV with a similar set featuring venetian cream dials. | 7th Jun 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0105 | |
| Letter to S. Smith & Sons Ltd. to discuss improvements to the dial appearance of standard instruments for the 20/25 chassis. | 17th Jun 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0106 | |
| Experimenting with different finishes for instrument dials and panel rims. | 17th Jun 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0107 | |
| Letter from S. Smith & Sons acknowledging a letter and arranging for their Engineer Inspector to visit. | 18th Jun 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0108 | |
| Modifications to improve instrument board lighting on 20/25 and 40/50 models. | 20th Jun 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0109 | |
| Arranging for improved instrument dials from Smith & Sons before their exhibition at Olympia. | 21th Jun 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0110 | |
| Letter to S. Smith & Sons regarding the design and supply of sample instrument dials for the 20/25 chassis. | 21th Jun 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0111 | |
| Addition of the company monogram to Smith instrument dials for the 20/25 model. | 21th Jun 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0112 | |
| Query regarding when a car with improved instrument board illumination will be available for viewing. | 23th Jun 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0113 | |
| Proposals and availability of sample instrument boards with improved illumination for 20/25 and 40/50 models. | 24th Jun 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0114 | |
| Letter to S. Smith & Sons Ltd requesting the availability date for improved instrument dials for the 20/25 chassis. | 24th Jun 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0115 | |
| Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding dissatisfaction with the colour and figures on instrument dials. | 25th Jun 1932 | Box 62 \ 2 scan0116 | |
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