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Graph comparing the performance of three different throttle governor schemes for the 40/50 model.26th Oct 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0084
Suggesting the removal of the throttle governor from a London-based Phantom car for testing purposes.26th Oct 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0085
Requesting a mechanic be sent to London to remove the throttle governor from car 103-MG for a test.27th Oct 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0086
Arranging a vehicle alteration for a Phantom model and a subsequent test drive.29th Oct 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0087
Options for improving the Phantom throttle control and related running issues.2nd Nov 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0088
Improvements and addressing complaints regarding the Phantom model's throttle, steering, and suspension.13th Nov 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0089
Explosions in the silencer and the comparison between governor throttle control and positive hand-controlled throttle.15th Nov 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0090
Technical analysis of explosions in the silencer caused by incorrect throttle and governor adjustments on a specific car (103-MC).7th Oct 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0091
Report page discussing engine explosions and comparing the Phantom and Silver Ghost models.7th Oct 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0092
Continuation page of a report comparing performance to the Phantom and mentioning a roller bearing throttle.16th Nov 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0093
Reducing the governor control lag on the Phantom throttle by using roller bearings.16th Nov 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0094
Improvements to the Phantom throttle control and a proposal for new 20 HP bonnet louvres.18th Nov 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0095
Graph showing governor lag for Chassis 8 EX, plotting engine RPM against notches on a quadrant.27th Oct 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0096
Graph showing governor lag for a standard production Chassis 46 N.C, plotting engine RPM against notches on quadrant.27th Oct 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0097
Comparing the controllability and performance of the Phantom's throttle governor against standard and other models like the Silver Ghost.19th Nov 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0098
Recommendation to fit roller bearings to the throttle and ball bearings to the governor shaft to improve control.19th Nov 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0099
Recommendations on throttle and governor shaft improvements for new car production and rectifying complaints.27th Oct 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0100
Graph showing governor lag for a standard production Chassis 46 N.C, plotting engine R.P.M. against notches on a quadrant.27th Oct 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0101
Graph plotting engine R.P.M. against notches on a quadrant, illustrating governor lag for chassis 8EX.27th Oct 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0102
Graph plotting engine R.P.M. against notches on a quadrant, comparing governor lag between a roller bearing throttle and a standard governor.27th Oct 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0103
Graph showing governor lag against quadrant notches for chassis 8EX with a standard carburettor.27th Oct 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0104
Graph plotting engine RPM against quadrant notches to show governor lag for a Standard Silver Ghost.30th Nov 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0105
Recommended alterations for the Phantom model to address customer complaints.30th Nov 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0106
Use of roller and ball bearings for the Phantom throttle governor.22th Nov 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0107
Returning experimental parts for cutting out the throttle governor on the 'New Phantom' trials car.18th Nov 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0108
Standardisation of roller bearings to the carburettor throttle to improve controls on the Phantom.18th Nov 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0109
The performance of ball bearings on the governor short shaft after 3,500 miles of testing.14th Dec 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0110
Agreeing to standardization proposals for the C.2. Series, including modifications to the throttle and governor.14th Dec 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0111
Standardisation of ball bearings on the governor short shaft.4th Dec 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0112
Standardisation of a single arm throttle governor control lever with a larger diameter roller.15th Dec 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0113
Sticking and jamming issue with the Phantom throttle.5th Mar 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0114
Request to fit a heat shield to the silencer of 8-EX and to borrow a Phantom throttle governor casing for testing.14th May 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0115
The cooling performance of the EAC engine radiator.31th Mar 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0116
Comparing the cooling efficiency of a new broad-bladed fan versus a narrow-bladed fan.25th Sep 1924Box 66a \ 3  scan0117
Comparing water pump delivery and temperatures for the EAC 'V' series and 40/50 cars.1st Mar 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0118
Performance graph comparing the thrust and power of a standard 40/50 fan against an experimental E.A.C. fan at various engine speeds.27th Mar 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0119
Secret memo regarding testing the deletion of leather washers from the water pump fixing.23th Oct 1924Box 66a \ 3  scan0120
Proposed modification for the lubrication of a water pump coupling.3rd Mar 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0121
Bar chart comparing the cooling efficiencies of E.A.C. and 40/50 models at 30 and 40 MPH.26th Mar 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0122
Complaints and potential improvements for the water pump gland packing and lubrication.23th Mar 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0123
Proposal to experiment with cork-based water pump glands for 20 HP & 40/50 HP engines to solve leaking issues.4th Jun 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0124
Two cases of water pump drives seizing on New Phantom cars during final testing.10th Aug 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0125
Failures in Phantom Water Pumps due to a design flaw in the bearing lubrication system and the proposed solution.3rd Sep 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0126
Test report on a water pump from a test car after 14,000 miles.20th Sep 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0127
Issues with a coupling, impeller, and bearings, including proposed solutions and theories on the root causes.20th Sep 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0128
Performance of cork gland packings and proposing further experimentation.12th Oct 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0129
Requesting a dozen soft packings from Mr. Brock for further testing after a successful initial trial.8th Nov 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0130
Standardisation and dimensional reduction of spherical unions.24th Dec 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0131
Failure of the wooden thrust piece in the Phantom water pump and proposing a metal replacement.8th Nov 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0132
The procurement of a complete water pump by listing its individual piece numbers.26th Jan 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0133
Performance of spring-loaded asbestos glands and the potential for using lubricated alternatives.1st Mar 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0134
Tests and improvements for water pump glands on 20 HP and 40/50 HP chassis.21th Mar 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0135
Blueprint detailing a modification for a 40/50 water pump, specifically for spring-loaded asbestos rope glands.21th Mar 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0136
Test report on a 40/50 water pump, comparing shaft wear from graphite-impregnated versus plain asbestos rope glands.7th Apr 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0137
Procedure and test results for creating asbestos rope glands for a 40/50 HP water pump.29th Jan 1922Box 66a \ 3  scan0138
Test report on various types of water pump glands and packings including lead-wool and asbestos.29th Jan 1922Box 66a \ 3  scan0139
Test report on gland materials and lubricants for hydraulic shock absorbers.24th Sep 1931Box 66a \ 3  scan0140
Endurance test report on a pump, detailing component wear and performance over multiple runs.29th Aug 1935Box 66a \ 3  scan0141
Diagram showing the assembly of asbestos rope glands for a 40/50 water pump.9th May 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0142
Test results and proposed alterations for water pump glands.9th May 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0143
With a diagram suggesting improvements to prevent a water leak past a bush and gland.1st May 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0144
Request to fit a new water pump and magnesium pedestal pistons with studs to a car.1st May 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0145
Quarterly complaints regarding water pump failures and hot spot pipe issues.1st Mar 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0146
Standardisation of the 40/50 water pump gland packing to obviate leaks and adjustment.14th Jul 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0147
Costs and timeline for fitting a new standardised chassis part.1st Oct 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0148
Recommendations for treating spring-loaded water pump glands to prevent the adjusting nut vibrating loose at high speeds.1st Nov 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0149
Drawing of a gland nut locking ring for a 40/50 water pump.4th Nov 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0150
Blueprint detailing a modification to the Gland-Nut Locking Scheme for a 40/50 Water Pump.4th Nov 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0151
Blueprint of a locking device for a spring-loaded pump gland nut.4th Nov 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0152
Blueprint showing a modification to gland nut E70355 for a 40/50 water pump.4th Nov 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0153
Recommended procedure for adjusting and securing water pump glands.4th Nov 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0154
Potential improvements for 40/50 HP water pumps, focusing on the friction drive and glands.9th Jan 1928Box 66a \ 3  scan0155
Results of a tested device and suggesting a material change for a thrust piece.16th Jan 1928Box 66a \ 3  scan0156
Proposed design improvements for the EAC.10 engine's water pump, referencing blueprints LeC.2504 and 2507.16th Jan 1928Box 66a \ 3  scan0157
Proposal to continue the examination of Phantom water pumps due to a high failure rate of seizing spindle bearings.29th Mar 1928Box 66a \ 3  scan0158
Test results for a chromium-plated water pump spindle, noting its improvement over the Staybright spindle.27th Apr 1928Box 66a \ 3  scan0159
Experimental use of nitrate steel for water pump shafts and brake drums.6th Nov 1928Box 66a \ 3  scan0160
Dispatch of drawings for oil pump modifications and wheelcase oil jets for EAC engines.13th Dec 1924Box 66a \ 3  scan0161
The oil pump and drive for Phantom Sports models, referencing drawing LeC. 2468.10th Oct 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0162
Letter discussing the development of special oil pump gears for the Phantom model to reduce noise and improve efficiency.11th Nov 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0163
Performance comparison test report of a Feuerheerd oil pump against a standard RR pump.22th Dec 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0164
Comparison of a Feuerheerd pump against an RR pump, noting weight, noise, and performance issues under high pressure.5th Jan 1928Box 66a \ 3  scan0165
Modification to the F.2 series crankcase to stiffen the case around the oil pump section.5th Jan 1928Box 66a \ 3  scan0166
Cause, symptoms, and potential cures for an elusive squeak on a Phantom chassis.22th Oct 1928Box 66a \ 3  scan0167
The cause and cure for an elusive squeak or note in the chassis, identified as originating from the oil pump gears.30th Oct 1928Box 66a \ 3  scan0168
Modifications to the Sports Phantom wheelcase, gears, and camshaft.8th Oct 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0169
Sending drawing LeC. 2478, which shows the vacuum pump for the petrol feed and wheelcase details.28th Oct 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0170
The placement of the drive for the revolution counter.11th Nov 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0171
Adoption of Bostock & Bramley's parallel worm gear design over the Henley type.8th Apr 1928Box 66a \ 3  scan0172
Testing a new material named 'Corronil' as a cheaper alternative to Monel Metal for water tubes in EAC.II engines.7th Oct 1924Box 66a \ 3  scan0173
Difficulty lining up Top Water Connections and proposing standardisation or using parts from an older scheme.10th Jun 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0174
Requesting action to supply Water Joint Clips for the New Phantom Chassis to Cricklewood.1st Jan 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0175
Replacing unsatisfactory water-joint clips on a Phantom chassis to prevent water loss.4th Jan 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0176
Issues with leaking water joint clips on the New Phantom chassis and proposed remedies.6th Jan 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0177
Difficulties with sourcing and testing different types of clips for a vehicle.6th Jan 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0178
The use of aluminium washers in place of fibre washers for drain pipe unions.8th Mar 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0179
Standardization of spherical unions and a material fault found in smaller sizes.6th Jun 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0180
Design revisions, material specifications, and testing for spherical seated unions.19th Dec 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0181
Substitution of fibre washers with soft aluminium washers.1st Mar 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0182
Standardisation document for Jubilee clips for rubber joints, replacing the previous clip design.18th Nov 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0183


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