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Requesting a report on the production testing of Watford Type EW6 magnetos.1st Feb 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0186
The production tests and failures of six Watford EW6 magnetos.7th Feb 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0187
Instruction on production test specifications for the Phantom engine magneto.8th Dec 1924Box 65 \ 3  scan0188
Test results for nine E.W.6 magnetos, detailing safety gap, tangential force, and lowest sparking speed.8th Feb 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0189
The noise testing of two EW.6 type magnetos, one of which was found to be unsatisfactory.9th Feb 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0190
Return of four noisy Watford EW6 magnetos for cam modification.11th Feb 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0191
The investigation into the noisiness of Watford EW6 magnetos and the testing of modified cams.11th Feb 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0192
The testing of experimental magnetos, focusing on noise issues and potential causes.13th Dec 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0193
The noise testing of various magneto models and their contact breaker levers.11th Feb 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0194
Solutions for machine noise and excessive tangential operating force on levers, with references to specific parts and manufacturers.11th Feb 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0195
Technical memorandum discussing issues with the angular location and electrical performance of six magnetos.1st Feb 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0196
The performance, durability, and testing of Lucas magnetos, comparing different contact point materials.24th Jan 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0197
Timing test results for a Watford EW6 Magneto No.100082.14th Feb 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0198
Requesting a Watford EW6 magneto from production for a 10,000-mile test.24th Feb 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0199
The satisfactory testing of a sample magneto, No. 106012, on a stationary rig and three different chassis.28th Feb 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0200
Magneto No.106012 which has developed a bad knock.28th Feb 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0201
Report on a special duralumin contact breaker lever for a Watford Magneto.28th Feb 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0202
Instructions regarding a test on special contact breaker levers for Watford chassis magnetos.28th Feb 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0203
Test report on a magneto, detailing a durability run and subsequent inspection for wear on the rubbing block and contact points.8th Dec 1924Box 65 \ 3  scan0204
Use of EW.6 magnetos alongside the E.O.6 type to avoid costly scrap.2nd Mar 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0205
Suggestion to replace a noisy Watford magneto on car 8-EX with a Lucas magneto from car 16-EX.6th Mar 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0206
Internal memorandum regarding the performance and modification of Watford EW6 magnetos.7th Mar 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0207
Graph comparing the Volt-Speed and Ampere-Speed curves for the primary windings of various magnetos.26th Oct 1921Box 65 \ 3  scan0208
Graph showing Open Circuit Volt-Speed and Short Circuit Ampere-Speed curves for the primary windings of Watford EW6 Magnetos.19th Jan 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0209
Covering memo for an attached report regarding Watford EW6 magnetos.7th Mar 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0210
Recommendation to prevent a short circuit on Watford EW6 Magneto contact breaker covers by filling a riveting hollow with insulating compound.7th Mar 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0211
The testing of a special Watford EW6 magneto, noting its design differences and a 'knock' developed during trials.8th Mar 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0212
Magneto testing, modifications for noise reduction, and fitting to experimental cars.8th Mar 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0213
Continued page discussing the angular location of a distributor rotor for EW6 machines.7th Mar 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0214
Test report on a Watford EW6 Magneto, focusing on diagnosing and resolving a noise issue.7th Mar 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0215
Internal instruction memo raising questions about the design and modification of Watford EW6 magnetos.13th Mar 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0216
Series of queries and statements regarding magneto issues, specifically contact breaker point wear and the potential use of tungsten.8th Dec 1924Box 65 \ 3  scan0217
Instruction regarding the specifications and performance of magnetos with tungsten points.8th Dec 1924Box 65 \ 3  scan0218
Production inspection and test log for Watford Type EW6 magnetos.12th Mar 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0219
Unfavourable test results for three out of four Watford Magnetos on a 40/50HP chassis.14th Mar 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0220
Letter to Messrs. North & Sons Ltd. discussing various technical points regarding magnetos, including cam rings and contact point wear.14th Mar 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0221
Magneto testing, detailing issues with contact wear, noise, and a comparison of gear materials.23th May 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0222
Noisy magneto in a 15-EX Phantom chassis with sports body after 9000 miles.7th Mar 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0223
Issues and test results for several Watford Magnetos on a 40/50HP Chassis EW.6.21th Mar 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0224
Reporting that a Watford Magneto on chassis EW.6 has developed knocks from the gears.21th Mar 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0225
Failure of a Watford EW.6 magneto which requires investigation into the production testing process.23th Mar 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0226
Letter from North & Sons Ltd. discussing the manufacture and supply of Watford magnetos.23th Mar 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0227
Noisy Watford EW6 magnetos, with an attached letter from North & Sons.24th Mar 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0228
Instruction regarding the low-speed performance issues and rejection of Watford EW6 and E06 type magnetos.26th Mar 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0229
Test results for magneto sparking speeds at different advance and retard settings with and without a standard leak.8th Dec 1924Box 65 \ 3  scan0230
Test results for magneto low speed performance, concluding it has insufficient energy to satisfy production specifications.8th Dec 1924Box 65 \ 3  scan0231
Instruction sheet detailing revisions to the specification for a Phantom engine's magneto and low-speed figures.8th Dec 1924Box 65 \ 3  scan0232
Comparison of the volt-ampere capacities of Lucas ER6, Watford EW6, and E06 magnetos for engine cold starting.26th Mar 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0233
Letter to Messrs. North & Sons Ltd. regarding the lubrication intervals for Watford E.W.6. Magnetos.26th Mar 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0234
Letter to Messrs. North & Sons Ltd. regarding cold-start issues with EW.6 magnetos and requesting primary winding specifications.27th Mar 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0235
Letter from North & Sons, Ltd. acknowledging receipt of a revised specification for an E W 6 Magneto.28th Mar 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0236
Letter from North & Sons, Ltd. regarding the lubrication and bearing type for Watford magnetos.28th Mar 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0237
Confirming the 500-mile oiling interval for EW.6 magneto distributor bearings.29th Mar 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0238
The unsatisfactory cold-start performance and return of a Watford EW6 magneto.29th Mar 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0239
Status report on the performance of experimental and production Watford EW6 magnetos.5th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0240
Design, performance, and sourcing of Watford EW6 magnetos for the Phantom model.11th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0241
The unsuccessful attempt to fix noisy Watford Magnetos by replacing the distributor gear.11th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0242
The disappointing performance of Watford EW.6 magnetos, citing issues with noise and poor low-speed electrical performance.11th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0243
Poor magneto performance, cold start failures, and subsequent endurance testing.11th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0244
Magneto testing, discussing noise issues, modifications with cam rings, and distributor rotors.11th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0245
Endurance testing of magneto components, specifically points and gears from different suppliers.11th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0246
Suggestion to obtain Lucas machines for experimental production testing to prove their superiority when supplied in larger quantities.19th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0247
Selection of magnetos, comparing Watford, Lucas, and German Bosch models for performance, reputation, and price.19th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0248
Instructions regarding the test results for a repaired and reconditioned Watford EW6 magneto.16th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0249
Electrical experimental record sheet for a Watford EW6 magneto, number 99802.26th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0250
Confirming the return of converted Watford EW6 magnetos from Messrs. North.19th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0251
Exacting requirements for magnetos, comparing Watford and Robert Bosch products.21th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0252
Electrical principles, component selection from suppliers like Watford and Messrs. North, and related reports.16th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0253
Consideration of various magneto makes for the Phantom model.23th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0254
Report comparing the performance of magnetos from Scintilla, Simms, and Lucas.21th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0255
Summary of magneto rejections on production chassis from January to April 1928.21th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0256
Return of three EW6 Watford Magnetos to North & Sons Limited for rectification.23th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0257
Letter from North & Sons Ltd. reporting on the testing of three EW6 Watford Magnetos.19th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0258
Testing and specification compliance of EW6 Watford magnetos.24th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0259
Electrical experimental record sheet for a Watford type EW6 magneto No 99171.19th Apr 1926Box 65 \ 3  scan0260
Testing of Watford EW6 magnetos fitted with continuous cam rings.24th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0261
Fitting a new Watford EW6 magneto with a continuous cam ring to reduce noise.25th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0262
Examination and rectification of various Watford Magnetos.25th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0263
The testing and repair status of various magnetos.25th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0264
Cover memo for a laboratory endurance test report on a Watford EW6 Magneto, No. 105302.28th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0265
Endurance test report for a Watford EW6 Magneto, No. 105302.28th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0266
Suspected depreciation of magnetism in Watford magnetos after delivery and testing.28th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0267
Depreciation of magnetism in Watford magnetos types E06 and R01.30th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0268
Test results and modifications for EW6 Watford Magnetos with North & Sons.5th May 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0269
Re-conditioning and dispatch of two Watford EW6 magnetos.7th May 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0270
Investigation and testing of Watford EW6 magnetos.7th May 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0271
Analysis of short-circuit ampere-speed curves for various chassis magnetos.1st May 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0272
Graph of short circuit ampere-speed curves for various magnetos, with amperes expressed as a percentage of the value at 3200 RPM.19th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0273
Testing and re-conditioning of Watford EW6 magnetos.11th May 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0274
Requesting two EW6 type magnetos to be handed to the Experimental Department for further testing.11th May 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0275
Results of unit and road tests for Magneto No. 100096, noting good performance but requiring slight modification.14th May 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0276
Test results for EW6 Magneto No.100097 and a query about magnetos Nos.100096/7.19th May 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0277
Instruction sheet detailing the test results of three Watford EW6 magnetos.15th May 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0278
Instruction to test a new magneto and gear setup for improved electrical performance, noise, and long-term reliability.8th Dec 1924Box 65 \ 3  scan0279
Instruction sheet detailing the rejection and subsequent re-testing of a Watford EWG magneto.14th May 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0280
Instruction sheet investigating a magneto's low-speed sparking performance.8th Dec 1924Box 65 \ 3  scan0281
Confirming the return of three tested Watford EW6 magnetos to Central Stores.16th May 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0282
Performance and testing of Watford EW6 magnetos.17th May 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0283
Performance and testing of EW6 Watford Magnetos with continuous cam rings.21th May 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0284
Return of Watford Magnetos with Continuous Cam Rings, machine numbers 100096/7.22th May 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0285


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