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Suggesting the trial of duralumin rockers to reduce the 'Phantom' model's weight.15th Oct 1925Box 66a \ 1  scan0067
Standardisation proposal for a low speed jet control cone.14th Oct 1925Box 66a \ 1  scan0068
Alteration to the taper of the low speed jet cone for the New Phantom model.3rd Nov 1925Box 66a \ 1  scan0069
Considerations for cold weather testing, focusing on carburation, induction systems, and oil viscosity.18th Nov 1925Box 66a \ 1  scan0070
Petrol consumption and suggesting experiments to improve efficiency by heating the throttle or intake air.25th Nov 1925Box 66a \ 1  scan0071
Bench and road tests for the Phantom carburetter.26th Nov 1925Box 66a \ 1  scan0072
The action, adjustment, and limitations of the New Phantom carburetter.26th Nov 1925Box 66a \ 1  scan0073
Carburetter petrol flow velocity, including a formula and a corresponding graph.26th Nov 1925Box 66a \ 1  scan0074
The performance of the New Phantom carburetter, focusing on air flow and fuel mixture ratios.26th Nov 1925Box 66a \ 1  scan0075
The correct setup of low-speed jets and air ports in a carburetter.26th Nov 1925Box 66a \ 1  scan0076
Showing graphs of carburettor mixture control positions against engine R.P.M.12th Jun 1925Box 66a \ 1  scan0077
Possible troubles caused by incorrect carburettor settings and the automatic range.26th Nov 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0078
Carburetter adjustments and related engine factors.26th Nov 1925Box 66a \ 1  scan0079
Carburettor settings, fuel supply, and adjustments for low-speed jets.26th Nov 1925Box 66a \ 1  scan0080
Carburettor speed jet and diaphragm adjustment procedures.26th Nov 1925Box 66a \ 1  scan0081
Comparing the New Phantom carburettor's performance with the Silver Ghost's.12th Jun 1925Box 66a \ 1  scan0082
Troubleshooting guide for engine performance issues.12th Jun 1925Box 66a \ 1  scan0083
Letter from the American branch to England acknowledging receipt of an experimental report on Phantom carburettor tests.15th Dec 1925Box 66a \ 1  scan0084
Cover note for information regarding the 'Phantom' carburetter adjustment and fitting.23th Dec 1925Box 66a \ 1  scan0085
Super-heated hot spot system for the Phantom engine.2nd Feb 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0086
Explanation of temperature variations in the induction pipe and its effect on the air-fuel mixture.2nd Feb 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0087
Tests comparing water, steam, and exhaust gas heating systems, including data on heat transfer and water velocity.2nd Feb 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0088
Report page detailing experiments on engine cooling systems, focusing on the rate of heating from cold with various water flows.2nd Feb 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0089
Graph and analysis of hot spot temperature increase over time with varying water flow rates.2nd Feb 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0090
Page analyzing a graph of induction pipe temperatures after a cold start, comparing superheated, standard exhaust, and water-heated systems.2nd Feb 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0091
Graph and analysis comparing the performance of three different 'hot spot' heating systems from a cold start.2nd Feb 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0092
Report page comparing the temperature performance of a standard exhaust heated system against a water heated system, including a graph of working temperatures at full throttle.2nd Feb 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0093
Page with a table of induction pipe and air temperatures at different RPMs and heating conditions, followed by analysis on hot spot temperature's effect on power and efficiency.2nd Feb 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0094
Test report page comparing specific fuel consumption and B.M.E.P. for different engine hot spot systems.2nd Feb 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0095
Graph and analysis comparing fuel consumption curves for water heated, superheated, and standard exhaust heated systems.2nd Feb 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0096
Performance graph and analysis comparing standard, water-heated, and superheated engine systems.2nd Feb 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0097
Analysis of heat transfer in engine cooling systems, comparing heat input and temperature rise under full load conditions.2nd Feb 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0098
Graph and analysis of heat transfer in an engine's cooling and carburettor system at various RPMs.2nd Feb 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0099
The influence of hot spot temperature on engine detonation, including a graph.2nd Feb 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0100
Report page analyzing the influence of fuel volatility on engine warm-up time, with a comparative graph.2nd Feb 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0101
Summary of tests comparing standard, superheated, and water-heated hot spot systems on engines.2nd Feb 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0102
The disadvantages of a standard system, specifically trouble with the exhaust throttle valve and potential overheating.12th Feb 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0103
Blueprint detailing the apparatus for testing a superheated throttle and measuring water flows.12th Feb 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0104
Experiments and suggestions regarding heating throttles for the Phantom engine.19th Feb 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0105
Engine water jacket heating systems and exhaust-heated throttles.11th Jan 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0106
Standardisation proposal for the fixing of the spring in an air valve to improve reliability.11th Jan 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0107
Circulation of reports on Phantom carburetter and consumption tests.11th Mar 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0108
Complaints about the Phantom carburettor float chamber cover coming loose and proposing a locking device.19th Mar 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0109
Implementation of a locking device for a float chamber lid on carburettors.23th Mar 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0110
Technical memo discussing the causes and potential solutions for firing in the exhaust of a Phantom engine.30th Mar 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0111
Request to create designs for locking the float chamber lids on two chassis.16th Apr 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0112
Request to design locks for float chamber lids on chassis, similar to those on the 'Eagle' Aero engines.19th Apr 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0113
Causes and potential solutions for explosions in a car's silencer.18th May 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0114
The cause and prevention of self-ignition in the Phantom engine, discussing carburetter and exhaust valve modifications.22th Jun 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0115
Testing self-ignition and the phenomenon of the engine running backwards on Phantom engines.28th Jun 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0116
Carburetter fire risk, back-fires, and the effectiveness of the air intake design.5th Jul 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0117
Methods for carburetter and throttle heating to avoid valve issues, proposing systems using superheated water or steam.5th Jul 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0118
Design considerations and test findings for an aluminium carburetter on a Phantom engine.6th Jul 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0119
Continued memorandum discussing modifications to a brass petrol union.1st Jul 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0120
Satisfactory results with steam heating for the induction pipe bend on Phantom engines, proposing to fit an arrangement to car 7-EX.1st Jul 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0121
Experiments with superheated carburetter throttle systems on Phantom engines.8th Jul 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0122
Analysis of exhaust heated system performance, comparing configurations with and without a butterfly valve for quick warming up.8th Jul 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0123
Comparison of heating rates between a superheat system and a standard exhaust system, illustrated with a graph and diagram.8th Jul 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0124
Engine warming up tests, analysing boiler capacity and heat added to the cooling system under various conditions.8th Jul 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0125
Report page summarising experiments and conclusions on a boiler's superheat and exhaust heating systems.10th Jul 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0126
Decision not to test an alternative carburetter throttle jacket heating system for Phantom engines due to freezing and draining concerns.10th Jul 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0127
Approving schemes for float chamber cover locking devices for the Phantom & 20 HP models.12th Jul 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0128
Investigation into the causes of explosions in the silencer on the Phantom model.1st Jan 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0129
Analysis of continuous explosions observed during engine coasting with a slightly open throttle.13th Aug 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0130
Page 3 of a report detailing experimental results to support a theory on engine firing and mixture strength.13th Aug 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0131
Analysis of engine explosions within the exhaust manifold under different experimental conditions.13th Aug 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0132
Analysis of the causes of explosions in the exhaust manifold and silencer.1st Aug 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0133
The cause of sticking throttles in new Phantom engines due to carbon deposits, and a recommendation to standardize a modification.1st Aug 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0134
Distribution tests for the Phantom engine, comparing different manifold and carburetter configurations.1st Aug 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0135
Report comparing fuel distribution characteristics of Eagle and Phantom carburettors with different manifold configurations.1st Aug 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0136
Report page detailing experiments with various carburetter and manifold configurations, including a blueprint diagram.1st Aug 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0137
Page from a report detailing experiments on a standard carburetter system with associated diagrams.1st Aug 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0138
Testing a new distributing pipe design, with a B.M.E.P. comparison table against the standard system at various RPMs.1st Aug 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0139
Construction and testing of a new distributing pipe for a Phantom engine.30th Aug 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0140
Modifications and performance improvements for Phantom induction pipes and related engine components.30th Aug 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0141
Problem of sticking foot accelerators on Phantom cars and seeking a solution.31th Aug 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0142
Fault with sticking throttles on the Phantom car and proposed modifications.9th Sep 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0143
Drawing LeC.2290, detailing modifications to Phantom carburetter mixture control levers.9th Sep 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0144
Engine issue of 'popping back' in the Phantom model.3rd Sep 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0145
Revisions to the Phantom carburetter, specifically replacing ball bearings with stainless steel roller bearings.10th Oct 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0146
Customer's initials to investigate a carburetter blow-back complaint.2nd Nov 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0147
Query about fitting a Lorraine-style carburetter and induction system to a 40/50 lightweight engine.11th Nov 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0148
Improvements to the Phantom throttle control and 20 HP bonnet louvres for standardisation.18th Nov 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0149
Graph plotting governor lag for chassis 8EX, comparing engine RPM against notches on the quadrant.27th Oct 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0150
Standard production graph showing governor lag for chassis 46 N.C.27th Oct 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0151
With a sketch proposing the design and testing of new twin-carburetter induction pipes for the Phantom engine.1st Dec 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0152
Cost of standardising chassis parts, specifically modifications to the butterfly valve, controls and carburetter throttle.8th Dec 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0153
Standardisation of chassis parts relating to a modified angle to the butterfly throttle and modified controls to clear the bonnet.20th Nov 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0154
Issues with petrol leaking from carburettors after chassis tests.22th Dec 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0155
Suggestion to modify the fulcrum on a lever for the Silver Ghost model.30th Dec 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0156
Carburetter petrol levels for the Phantom model, detailing float adjustments required for different fuels like benzol.30th Dec 1926Box 66a \ 1  scan0157
Increased suction noise and whistling from the Phantom carburettor.24th Jan 1927Box 66a \ 1  scan0158
Noise issue with the Phantom carburetter's throttle angle alteration.28th Jan 1927Box 66a \ 1  scan0159
Quieting increased suction noise in the Phantom carburetter by modifying the throttle valve.28th Jan 1927Box 66a \ 1  scan0160
Induction pipe experiments conducted on the Phantom engine.2nd Feb 1927Box 66a \ 1  scan0161
Tests of various intake and carburettor systems for cold engine distribution, including a slotted intake pipe and a two-throttle carburettor.2nd Feb 1927Box 66a \ 1  scan0162
Carburetor and manifold experiments and their negative results on engine performance.2nd Feb 1927Box 66a \ 1  scan0163
Experiments with induction systems to overcome cold starting difficulties and the effects of temperature on detonation.2nd Feb 1927Box 66a \ 1  scan0164
Report comparing the performance of exhaust heated systems against water heated systems for engines.2nd Feb 1927Box 66a \ 1  scan0165
Blueprint diagram labeled 'Fig 4.' showing a standard carburettor and intake manifold assembly.2nd Feb 1927Box 66a \ 1  scan0166


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