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10,000-mile test report on the performance of vehicle components AI & IV.14th Dec 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page176
Condition report on various vehicle components including connecting rods, clutch, engine mounting, gearbox, servo motor, and propeller shaft.14th Dec 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page177
Technical report on the performance and condition of various car components including the carburettor, exhaust, steering, and engine parts.14th Dec 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page178
Inspection report detailing the condition and faults of various vehicle components after mileage.14th Dec 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page179
Test report detailing the performance and failures of various vehicle components.14th Dec 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page180
Performance and failures of various vehicle components including the dynamo, battery, bodywork, and windscreen wiper.14th Dec 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page181
Report page detailing lubrication, a dismantled front engine mounting, car weight, and tyre mileage.14th Dec 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page182
The performance and condition of D.W.S. lightened type jacks.15th Dec 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page183
Technical memo detailing issues with a carburettor, silencer, dampers, and progress on a 10,000-mile test.15th Dec 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page184
Typed letter discussing vehicle performance observations and requesting further tests.18th Dec 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page185
Examination of lead bronze bearings and proposing the standardization of a larger oil pump modification.17th Dec 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page186
Christmas holiday arrangements for staff and the temporary storage of vehicle 21-G.IV.17th Dec 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page187
Invoice from The British Tyre and Rubber Co. Ltd. for a sheet of rubber, confirming it may be paid for.18th Dec 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page188
Issues with inserting the starting handle due to rubber engine mountings and a solution for engine movement under torque.18th Dec 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page189
Correcting a lap speed figure in a daily report.16th Dec 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page190
Difficulty engaging the starting handle on the 20/25 10,000 miles car.19th Dec 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page191
Letter reporting the cause of a starting handle engagement issue on engine 21 G IV and its temporary fix.10th Dec 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page192
Blueprint of the off-side tube profile, indicating the front bearing and bending point.10th Dec 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page193
Blueprint detailing the underside of an engine support tube.19th Dec 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page194
Engine oil pressure tests and a fix for oil loss from a rear bearing.19th Dec 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page195
Crankcase pressure tests and ignition timing adjustments.19th Dec 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page196
Technical drawing of a friction damper mounted on a cylinder head.15th Dec 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page197
Photograph showing the condition of main bearings from vehicle 21GIV after 10,000 miles in France.15th Dec 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page198
Photograph showing the condition of main bearings after 10,000 miles in France.15th Dec 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page199
Photograph of lead bronze connecting rod bearings after a 10,000-mile test in France.15th Dec 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page200
Photograph showing lead bronze connecting rod bearings after 10,000 miles.15th Dec 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page201
Difficulty with the starting handle on a 20/25 model and improvements to the suspension tubes.22th Dec 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page202
Car repairs and part fittings in Chateauraux, France.30th Dec 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page203
Typed memo about fitting piston rings and torque reaction dampers, and waiting for the Paris Depot to reopen to get bushes fitted.31th Dec 1936Box 5a \ 4  04-page204
Letter to G.W. Hancock regarding a report of clutch slip on a 20/25 model.1st Jan 1935Box 5a \ 4  04-page205
Clarifying car roughness issues, speedometer accuracy, and requesting the return of a spare servo.1st Jan 1935Box 5a \ 4  04-page206
Telegram received by telephone reporting the inability to source a high compression cylinder head.3rd Jan 1935Box 5a \ 4  04-page207
Correspondence arranging a trial of a Cadillac with a modified 20/25 carburetter and new K.L.G. spark plugs in France.4th Jan 1935Box 5a \ 4  04-page208
Change of material for a breaking wheelcase stud on a 20/25 HP chassis.4th Jan 1935Box 5a \ 4  04-page209
Failure of a drilled stud on the wheelcase and a dynamo charge issue.5th Jan 1935Box 5a \ 4  04-page210
Responding to a query about clutch slipping, detailing the circumstances of the issue.6th Jan 1935Box 5a \ 4  04-page211
Return of a crinkly plate servo and clarifying speedometer readings against checked distances.6th Jan 1935Box 5a \ 4  04-page212
Confirming the receipt and fitting of 8 KLG sparking plugs type KI/859.11th Jan 1935Box 5a \ 4  04-page213
The trial and comparison of a Cadillac and a 21-G-IV car in France.14th Jan 1925Box 5a \ 4  04-page214
Report comparing Cadillac vehicle performance, particularly its steering and suspension, against Rolls-Royce models.14th Jan 1936Box 5a \ 4  04-page215
Comparison of coachbuilding methods, noting the use of steel in French and American bodies.14th Jan 1935Box 5a \ 4  04-page216
Repairing a broken exhaust pipe and experimenting with an auxiliary breather to reduce oil consumption.14th Jan 1935Box 5a \ 4  04-page217
Issuing a Standardisation Sheet for the 25 HP Servo, covering torsional connections, spring rings, bearings, cams and linings.15th Jan 1935Box 5a \ 4  04-page218
Letter detailing arrangements for a comparative test of a Cadillac against a 20/25 model, and the associated logistics.16th Jan 1935Box 5a \ 4  04-page219
Arrangements for tests in France of a Cadillac and a 21-G-IV by London Coachbuilders.16th Jan 1935Box 5a \ 4  04-page220
Urgent memo arranging a visit for coachbuilders to France to test a Cadillac and car 21-0-4.14th Jan 1935Box 5a \ 4  04-page221
The poor test results of S.4947 linings compared to VM.30, leading to the discontinuation of testing.15th Jan 1935Box 5a \ 4  04-page222
Tests in France on Cadillac & 21-G-IV cars by London Coachbuilders.19th Jan 1935Box 5a \ 4  04-page223
Letter to coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. Ltd. discussing chassis stiffness, coachwork rigidity, and steel panelling.2nd Feb 1935Box 5a \ 4  04-page224
Recommending a modification to the windscreen wiper motor mounting following successful tests in France.4th Feb 1935Box 5a \ 4  04-page225
Testing of a 20/25 car in London traffic and the fitting of a new steering ratio.6th Feb 1935Box 5a \ 4  04-page226
Dispatching a car for clutch tests in London traffic.13th Feb 1935Box 5a \ 4  04-page227
18,000-mile engine wear report on vehicle 21-G-IV, detailing issues with bearings and valves.27th Feb 1935Box 5a \ 4  04-page228
Performance and condition of engine pistons, engine mountings, and the flywheel/clutch assembly.27th Feb 1935Box 5a \ 4  04-page229
The performance of the gearbox, servo motor mechanism, and propellor shaft.27th Feb 1935Box 5a \ 4  04-page230
Performance and faults of various engine and chassis components.27th Feb 1935Box 5a \ 4  04-page231
The performance of exhaust fittings, steering gear, and front axle controls.27th Feb 1935Box 5a \ 4  04-page232
The performance and condition of hydraulic dampers, governor control, rear axle, and rear brakes.27th Feb 1938Box 5a \ 4  04-page233
Technical report detailing issues with the front axle, brakes, radiator, bonnet, and wheel carriers.27th Feb 1935Box 5a \ 4  04-page234
The performance and issues with tyre jacks, ignition systems, spark plugs, and electrical petrol pumps.27th Feb 1935Box 5a \ 4  04-page235
The performance and failures of various electrical components, detailing a dynamo failure and issues with a diaphragm.27th Feb 1935Box 5a \ 4  04-page236
Issues with battery fittings, extensive bodywork faults, and windscreen wiper motor failure.27th Feb 1935Box 5a \ 4  04-page237
Record of the car's complete weight and the engine oil used.27th Feb 1935Box 5a \ 4  04-page238
Notification regarding a delay in completing drawings for the Isolated Change Speed Lever for the 15,000 miles trials car, 20/25 HP chassis.16th May 1935Box 5a \ 4  04-page239
The fitting of a new Borg and Beck clutch to vehicle or chassis 21-G-IV.20th Feb 1936Box 5a \ 4  04-page240
General tests on cars 21-G-IV and 22-G-V, including issues with chassis condition and a sticking accelerator pump.29th Jan 1936Box 5a \ 4  04-page241
Engine starting, carburation, and idling issues for car 21-0-IV.29th Jan 1936Box 5a \ 4  04-page242
Report page detailing observations on engine performance, vibration, and fuel/oil consumption for test cars.29th Jan 1936Box 5a \ 4  04-page243
The performance of the clutch, steering, and gearbox after extensive road testing in London.29th Jan 1936Box 5a \ 4  04-page244
The performance of the car's springing and braking systems during testing.29th Jan 1936Box 5a \ 4  04-page245
Power curve graph comparing the performance of the R.R. Steam Cooling System against a Standard Water Cooling system.10th Feb 1926Box 5a \ 5  05-page001
From 'R' requesting an estimate of expected power gains for a 20 HP engine following proposed modifications.1st Nov 1926Box 5a \ 5  05-page002
Requesting better M.E.P. (Mean Effective Pressure) and suitable valve springs for 20 HP and 40/50 engines.11th Nov 1926Box 5a \ 5  05-page003
Two acceleration graphs, one comparing a Rolls Royce Phantom to a Bentley, the other comparing high vs low axle ratios.11th Nov 1926Box 5a \ 5  05-page004
Two graphs comparing the acceleration performance of various open touring car models and engine configurations.1st Dec 1926Box 5a \ 5  05-page005
Performance improvements of a 20 HP car after modifications to its compression ratio, exhaust, and carburation.1st Dec 1926Box 5a \ 5  05-page006
Performance graphs showing acceleration and velocity for a 20 HP car under various configurations.30th Mar 1927Box 5a \ 5  05-page007
Performance test results of a Lorraine-Dietrich engine on a test bench.30th Mar 1927Box 5a \ 5  05-page008
The characteristics and performance of a six-cylinder engine, comparing it to the Coshawk, 20 HP, and Hispano models.30th Mar 1927Box 5a \ 5  05-page009
Zenith triple diffuser carburettors and their performance, including a diagram of the induction system.30th Mar 1927Box 5a \ 5  05-page010
Description of the 'offset' or 'desaxe' cylinder arrangement and the valve gear design.30th Mar 1927Box 5a \ 5  05-page011
Comparison of valve lift diagrams and gas velocity performance between the Lorraine and Goshawk engines.30th Mar 1927Box 5a \ 5  05-page012
Comparison of mechanical efficiency and ignition systems between Lorraine, Goshawk, Hispano, and Phantom engines.30th Mar 1927Box 5a \ 5  05-page013
Engine performance, detonation, and cylinder head design, including a sketch of an inlet valve.30th Mar 1927Box 5a \ 5  05-page014
Computed power curves for a 20 HP engine, comparing performance factors with a Lorraine engine and detailing valve and crankshaft observations.30th Mar 1927Box 5a \ 5  05-page015
Summary of engine performance, vibration characteristics, and a comparison with a 20 HP model.30th Mar 1927Box 5a \ 5  05-page016
Crankshaft 'master period' and experiments on a 20 HP engine.18th Aug 1922Box 5a \ 5  05-page017
Diagram comparing the exhaust valve lift of a Lorraine-Dietrich engine with a 20 HP engine.18th Aug 1922Box 5a \ 5  05-page018
Diagram comparing the inlet valve lift of a Lorraine-Dietrich engine against a 20 HP R.R. engine.18th Mar 1927Box 5a \ 5  05-page019
Graph of mechanical efficiency and compression pressure curves for a Lorraine-Dietrich engine, with a comparison to a 20 HP R.R. engine.21th Mar 1927Box 5a \ 5  05-page020
Graph comparing the power per unit cubic capacity and petrol consumption of a Lorraine-Dietrich engine against a 20 HP R.R. engine.16th Mar 1927Box 5a \ 5  05-page021
Power curve graph for a Lorraine-Dietrich engine, plotting Brake Horse Power and Brake Mean Effective Pressure against engine RPM.28th Mar 1927Box 5a \ 5  05-page022
Graph comparing depression in the induction pipe versus engine RPM for a Lorraine-Dietrich engine and a 20HP R.R. engine.21th Mar 1927Box 5a \ 5  05-page023
Graph plotting necessary ignition advance against engine RPM for Lorraine and Lister Phantom engines.17th Mar 1927Box 5a \ 5  05-page024
Performance curves for a Lorraine-Dietrich engine, showing gas velocity past valves.25th Mar 1927Box 5a \ 5  05-page025
Comparison graph of Indicated Horse Power and Indicated Mean Effective Pressure curves for a Lorraine-Dietrich and a 20 HP engine.25th Mar 1927Box 5a \ 5  05-page026
Graph showing the inlet valve lift and piston displacement curve for a Lorraine-Dietrich engine.22th Mar 1927Box 5a \ 5  05-page027
Graph showing the inlet valve lift and piston displacement curve for a 20 HP engine.28th May 1922Box 5a \ 5  05-page028
Graph of horse power vs RPM required to rotate a Lorraine-Dietrich engine.29th Mar 1911Box 5a \ 5  05-page029
Valve springs rating chart for the Lorraine-Dietrich engine.29th Mar 1927Box 5a \ 5  05-page030


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