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The development and comparison of various gearbox and transmission technologies.1st Nov 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page127
Design update memo discussing the development of a new 3-speed gearbox with pre-selection.4th Nov 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page128
Modifications and additions for a revised epicyclic 3rd speed gearbox.4th Nov 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page129
Revised details for an epicyclic 3rd speed gearbox, including a query about a fabric coupling.7th Nov 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page130
Modifications to the servo and brake arrangements for a revised epicyclic 3rd speed gearbox.7th Nov 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page131
Gearbox problem and a proposed electrical change speed gear with a magnetically coupled clutch.27th Nov 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page132
Revisions to the Epicyclic 3rd Speed Gearbox and related schematics.11th Nov 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page133
Modification to shorten the oil pump for the epicyclic 3rd speed gearbox.2nd Nov 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page134
Proposed assembly procedure for a revised epicyclic 3rd speed gearbox.30th Nov 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page135
Design and testing of epicyclic gearbox units for 25HP & 45HP models, including gear types and braking systems.20th Dec 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page136
Allocation of work for a steering column job related to a vacuum control pre-selection scheme.20th Dec 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page137
Revisions to the vacuum control for an epicyclic 3rd speed gearbox, specifically regarding the piston and stops.10th Jan 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page138
Design considerations and alternatives for a reverse gear mechanism in a gearbox, comparing Maybach and Silver Ghost types.23th Jan 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page139
Hand-drawn sketch of a gearbox assembly with annotations.25th Jan 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page140
Design of an eccentrically engaged reverse gear, including pinion materials and tooth profiles.25th Jan 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page141
Alternative gear and layshaft designs, referencing the Phantom II model.25th Jan 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page142
Sketch of a swinging reverse gear mechanism.25th Jan 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page143
Final urgent recommendation with a sketch detailing the assembly of a shaft and pinion within a box.2nd Mar 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page144
Required alterations to easy change silent gearboxes based on information from Dr. Maybach.2nd Mar 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page145
Design of change gears, specifically the issues with Maybach jaws and comparing them to alternative schemes.2nd Mar 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page146
Investigation into combining Salerni rings with a Maybach coupling for a change gear.6th Mar 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page147
Demonstration of a Maybach easy change gearbox and a proposed comparison with a Daimler system.6th Mar 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page148
Arranging for a car from Stratton Instone to be brought to Conduit St for a meeting.9th Mar 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page149
Arranging a meeting to see and try the '14-KX' in relation to Easy Change Gears.9th May 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page150
Technical memo discussing gearbox design, improvements, and comparisons with Maybach gearboxes.3rd Mar 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page151
Preliminary tests of an Epicyclic gearbox with vacuum controlled twin top change gear on chassis No. 27-EX.1st Mar 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page152
Gearbox noise and gear change issues, specifically concerning epicyclic gears and Maybach dogs.31th Mar 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page153
Gearbox issues, detailing noise, complexity, and proposed improvements to the gears and Maybach jaws.14th Mar 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page154
Potential 'crashing engagement' issue with the Maybach change gear vacuum control.14th Mar 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page155
Telegram from Loxandoux to Reycar regarding a vibration issue that occurs during acceleration in third gear.1st Apr 1937Box 6 \ 2  02-page156
Cablegram from France concerning a gearbox fault.2nd Apr 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page157
Noise issue in a gearbox with epicyclic third speed and the proposed solution.3rd Apr 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page158
Design challenges and mechanics of a new epicyclic gearbox scheme, focusing on gear meshing and speed synchronization.3rd Apr 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page159
Gear changes, throttle operation, and the design of face jaws for a Maybach component.17th Apr 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page160
Technical memorandum discussing the design and merits of a double top gear system.17th Apr 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page161
Brief typed note regarding a potential issue with jaws and gears.9th Apr 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page162
Two points regarding issues with an epicyclic 3rd speed gearbox.9th Apr 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page163
Slow progress in developing an Epicyclic Easy Change Gearbox with a silent third gear.10th Apr 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page164
Instructions for modifications to the Maybach dogs operating the epicyclic 3rd speed and top gear.13th Apr 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page165
Epicyclic Easy Change Gearbox.13th Apr 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page166
Patent royalties for Maybach jaws and comparing costs with Mr Ricardo's combustion chamber.14th Apr 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page167
The testing and modification of an epicyclic 3rd speed gearbox following trials at Brooklands.16th Apr 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page168
Issues and potential improvements for a gearbox with an epicyclic 3rd speed and Maybach clutch.17th Apr 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page169
Letter questioning the decision not to acquire a Maybach gearbox for the Phantom II model, despite its successful trial.21th Apr 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page170
Trial of a Buick car fitted with a synchro-mesh 'Easy Change Gear' device.21th Apr 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page171
Cost and technical suitability of a license for the Maybach Easy Change Gear.21th Apr 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page172
Trial of a Buick synchro mesh gearbox as an 'easy change gear' alternative.22th Apr 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page173
Outlining the reasons against purchasing a Maybach gearbox, citing integration difficulties, performance, and royalty costs.28th Apr 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page174
'press button, electrical' scheme to gain a competitive advantage over Hispano and Bentley.23th Apr 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page175
Proposed temporary brake fitting for an epicyclic 3rd speed gearbox.23th Apr 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page176
Trial of a synchro mesh gearbox in a Buick car.27th Apr 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page177
Investigation into 'Easy Change Gear' systems, including Voisin, Graham Paige, and Buick synchro-mesh.2nd May 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page178
Acquisition of competitor cars and gearboxes for evaluation, specifically a Voisin and a Graham Paige.4th May 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page179
Highlighting design 'fouls' on a print for an Epicyclic 3rd Speed Gearbox.6th May 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page180
The challenges in obtaining silent helical gears for a quiet, easy-change third gear.7th May 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page181
Clarifying intended modifications and instructions for an epicyclic 3-speed gearbox.1st May 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page182
Design of a future 25HP synchromesh gearbox, comparing it with a Buick design.28th May 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page183
The conversion to an electrically controlled friction type gearbox.28th May 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page184
Query regarding gear lever movement and load for a J. & S. Synchro Mesh Gearbox, seeking comparison data from a Buick.24th Jun 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page185
Letter and proposal from General Motors about a synchromesh transmission.8th Jul 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page186
Letter from a consulting engineer regarding royalty terms for a Synchro Mesh Transmission patent.7th Jul 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page187
Concluding page of a letter from W.W. Constantine requesting remarks.9th Jul 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page188
Revisions to the epicyclic 3rd speed gearbox, friction clutch, and brake.9th Jul 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page189
Sticking and concentricity of cones in a synchro-mesh gearbox, referencing Buick's lapping instructions.19th Sep 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page190
Technical note on gear sleeve alignment and a proposal to use a bronze stirrup to reduce friction.22th Sep 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page191
Road test report on a 25 HP Synchro Mesh Gearbox, comparing its performance to a Buick and noting an issue with noise at idle.22th Sep 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page192
Success and implementation of a new synchromesh gearbox with a silent third gear.1st Jan 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page193
Adoption of synchro mesh and proposing a new epicyclic gear design.28th Oct 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page194
Gearbox scheme involving synchronised brakes, an epicyclic unit, and a jaw clutch drive.6th Nov 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page195
The synchro-mesh gearbox, discussing the reverse shaft and forward bearing design.6th Nov 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page196
Request to arrange test runs on competitor cars to evaluate their silent gearboxes.16th Dec 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page197
Competitive necessity of developing a synchromesh gearbox for all forward gears.19th Apr 1932Box 6 \ 2  02-page198
Report for the Technical Committee on experiences with detachable rims from various manufacturers.16th Nov 1911Box 6 \ 3  03-page01
Request for the names of other manufacturers of detachable rims following a report on interchangeability and balance issues.23th Nov 1911Box 6 \ 3  03-page02
Departmental memo regarding issues with various makers of detachable rims.29th Nov 1911Box 6 \ 3  03-page03
Departmental memo requesting specific details on issues with Captain, Cave, Sankey and Spencer Moulton wheel rims.15th Dec 1911Box 6 \ 3  03-page04
Departmental memo replying to a query about balance and fitment problems with various detachable rims.20th Dec 1911Box 6 \ 3  03-page05
Log card for Continental Rims (U.S.A.) of the type 'flutes'.18th Dec 1912Box 6 \ 3  03-page06
The fitting of Continental parts, wheels, and rims.23th Aug 1932Box 6 \ 3  03-page07
Testing and disadvantages of American Continental Rims.19th Aug 1912Box 6 \ 3  03-page08
List of seven disadvantages associated with a specific type of wheel rim.7th Sep 1920Box 6 \ 3  03-page09
Extract discussing high-speed steering, wheel types, transmission knock, and suspension.7th Sep 1920Box 6 \ 3  03-page10
Copy of a minute from a Technical Committee meeting discussing Vinet and Michelin rim patents.4th Jan 1912Box 6 \ 3  03-page11
Departmental memo to Mr. Johnson following up on a previous query from October 11th.30th Oct 1912Box 6 \ 3  03-page12
Departmental memo regarding an enquiry into instructions for designing a detachable rim.2nd Nov 1912Box 6 \ 3  03-page13
Departmental memo to Mr Barrington regarding a delay with instructions for detachable rims for Mr Spinney.14th Nov 1912Box 6 \ 3  03-page14
The failure of demountable rims on 40/50 HP cars and the subsequent agreement with Dunlop to fit a locking plate.8th Aug 1924Box 6 \ 3  03-page15
The performance, advantages, and disadvantages of balloon tyres.14th Mar 1924Box 6 \ 3  03-page16
The challenges of recommending tyres due to the lack of standardization in rim and tyre sizes.12th Jul 1928Box 6 \ 3  03-page17
Adoption of low-pressure tyres and suitable wheel sizes for the 20 HP car.12th Jul 1928Box 6 \ 3  03-page18
Letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co. querying the availability of 20' rims and silent tread tyres.14th Jul 1928Box 6 \ 3  03-page19
Standardisation of chassis parts relating to 20 inch rims and 6 inch tyres for the 20 HP model.24th Jul 1928Box 6 \ 3  03-page20
Cost and schedule document for fitting a new part to a chassis.3rd Nov 1928Box 6 \ 3  03-page21
Selection of wheel rim sizes for 'SS' cars.20th Feb 1929Box 6 \ 3  03-page22
Requesting the experimental production of straight-tooth constant mesh gears for the Goshawk II gearbox.28th Oct 1921Box 6 \ 4  04-page001
The Goshawk II footboards, specifying the metalwork for the Change Gear Mechanism should be in two pieces.27th Apr 1922Box 6 \ 4  04-page002
Delivery of 20HP chassis fitted with coarse pitch bevel gears, conditional upon the completion of a 10,000-mile trial.5th May 1923Box 6 \ 4  04-page003
The standardization and release of chassis fitted with 20-HP, 11x50 axles.4th Jun 1923Box 6 \ 4  04-page004
Urgent internal memo regarding the standardisation of 11 x 50 axles for 20-HP Chassis.4th Jun 1923Box 6 \ 4  04-page005
Urgent memo regarding the testing and release of new 20 HP axles, with a request to ship two chassis to Australia.4th Jun 1923Box 6 \ 4  04-page006


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