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Specifying tolerances and conditions for the New Phantom steering system.30th Sep 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0179
Front axle tests investigating the effect of braking on steering, particularly when the steering is on a lock.1st Oct 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0180
Analysis of steering and braking control, focusing on the danger of leaning pivots and the effects of spring strength.1st Oct 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0181
Brake testing, focusing on the effects of 'out of centrepoint' settings on steering and vehicle safety.1st Oct 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0182
Braking, steering, and the advantages of helical springs for front axle design.1st Oct 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0183
Required spring load for a friction plate device on a pivot to improve steering.1st Oct 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0184
Testing of low-pressure tyres on Phantom models and their effect on steering.6th Oct 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0185
Tyre mileage, comparing performance in different weather conditions and the characteristics of low-pressure tyres.6th Oct 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0186
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. detailing tyre wear data for different sizes and seasonal performance.6th Oct 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0187
Performance and issues of the 0.940' steering system, including road shocks, joggle, and high-speed wobble.6th Oct 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0188
Steering wobble, the conflict between self-righting and irreversibility, and proposing a patentable spring-based solution.6th Oct 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0189
On tests conducted on hydraulic shock dampers for steering with a lighter axle, comparing different load settings.1st Oct 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0190
Specification for the maximum movement allowable in the Phantom steering wheel, measured at the rim.8th Oct 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0191
Implementation and benefits of hydraulic dampers for steering to prevent wobble.11th Oct 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0192
Steering shocks, breaking springs, and addressing high-speed steering wobbles ('shimmy').11th Oct 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0193
Undesirable features found during tests of a hydraulic steering damper.12th Oct 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0194
Comparison between frictional load and spring-controlled hydraulic damping for vehicle steering.29th Oct 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0195
Phantom tyres, noting their susceptibility to high-speed wobbles and the need for new instruction book notes.29th Oct 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0196
The effects of low-pressure tyres on the steering of the 40/50 HP model.29th Oct 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0197
How tyre manufacturing defects can cause vibration and poor steering.30th Oct 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0198
Requesting a copy of a mislaid note concerning the final requirements for friction on steering gear ball ends.30th Oct 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0199
Potential steering stiffness due to lubrication issues in spring-loaded ball joints.2nd Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0200
Listing proposed modifications for the 'New Phantom' steering system.2nd Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0201
Answering technical queries regarding the Phantom model's steering system and front axle components.4th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0202
Calculations for steering friction plates and damper components.4th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0203
Proposals for altering friction in the new front axle and steering pivots.5th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0204
Recommending immediate production of a reinforced Phantom Pendulum Lever due to breakage.11th Jun 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0205
Experimental car incident caused by a steering lever failure.9th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0206
Objections and compromises related to steering and suspension components like springs, axles, and tyres.11th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0207
Design considerations for a steering tube ball end, focusing on safety, shocks, direction, and damping.11th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0208
Steering issues on the 20 HP model, including complaints of 'joggles' and proposed solutions such as hydraulic dampers.12th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0209
Steering wobble issues and potential solutions for the Phantom and 20 HP models.16th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0210
Clarifying the production timeline for the Phantom steering stay.16th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0211
Three proposals for modifications to the Phantom steering system.16th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0212
Explaining a modified side steering tube for the C.2. series, following issues with a new lightened front axle.16th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0213
Customer complaints and proposed remedies for faulty steering on early Phantom cars.16th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0214
Continued memo detailing customer complaints regarding exhaust, throttle, and springing issues on specific car models.16th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0215
How to improve the riding and steering qualities of the Phantom model.16th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0216
Proposal for improvements to the Phantom's steering and lightened front axle for the C.2. Series.18th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0217
Steering and suspension characteristics with a new lightened axle and balloon tyres.19th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0218
Continued report discussing the relationship between non-skid tyre treads, tyre section size, and wheel wobble.20th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0219
Solutions for various complaints regarding the Phantom model, including steering, springing, and governor issues.20th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0220
From DA to Hs inquiring about the specific steering setup on Mr. Royce's Car 7-EX.20th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0221
Standardisation sheet for the incorporation of a 'B' type gear lever on a chassis with 'C' steering.22th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0222
Steering safety issues, specifically the 'taking charge' phenomenon on the 40/50 HP model.23th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0223
Front braking and steering problems, suggesting a reduction in front braking proportion.23th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0224
Suggestion to reduce front braking on cars due to weight distribution changes from moving spare wheels to the rear.24th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0225
Conditional agreement for Phantom steering modifications, taking responsibility, and querying prior testing.24th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0226
Urgent experiments on the Phantom steering gear, involving a lower gear ratio and whitemetal thickness.24th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0227
Test report on steering 'taking charge' under various conditions on car 8-EX.25th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0228
Test report detailing issues with steering, suspension, and servo performance.25th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0229
Adjustments to front wheel braking proportions, servo effectiveness, and potential overbraking issues.25th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0230
Tests for steering 'taking charge' with different tyre, spring, and tube configurations on car 8-EX.25th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0231
Test report on steering and servo performance, detailing issues with servo 'jaggering' and observations on steering feel under various conditions.26th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0232
Proposing an investigation into steering lubrication on the Phantom model compared to the Silver Ghost.26th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0233
Modifications to address 'Phantom Complaints' regarding steering components.29th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0234
Sending two levers to be fitted by Cricklewood to alter braking distribution on a selected car.12th Dec 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0235
Proposal for a new front axle control system for a Phantom model, including suggested modifications and a testing method.4th Dec 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0236
Solutions for Phantom steering issues, including strengthening a broken lever and adding a damper.12th Jun 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0237
Standardisation proposal for incorporating a 'B' type gear lever on chassis with 'C' type steering.20th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0238
Works order detailing the despatch of springs for chassis 7-EX to a customer in France.13th Dec 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0239
The despatch of two springs for Mr. Royce's car to France.13th Dec 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0240
Steering load specifications and spring details for model 7-EX.13th Dec 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0241
Instructions on modifying spring load on cross steering balls to improve steering performance.13th Dec 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0242
Graph detailing the load characteristics of cross steering tube springs.26th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0243
Standardisation of weaker springs in the side steering tube to reduce steering shocks.26th Nov 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0244
Apologising for sending unsuitable front brake levers and promising the correct parts for car 103-MG.31th Dec 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0245
Steering wheel clearance and arrangements for the 10-EX car.1st Jan 1927Box 67 \ 4  scan0246
Standardisation sheet for reduced braking on the front and levers sent for testing.17th Jan 1927Box 67 \ 4  scan0247
Standardisation sheet for altering part G.73149's length to reduce front braking.9th Dec 1926Box 67 \ 4  scan0248
Bench and road tests investigating friction and torque in the steering pivot head.26th Jan 1928Box 67 \ 4  scan0249
Friction torque test results for a steering assembly under various load conditions.26th Jan 1928Box 67 \ 4  scan0250
Steering friction test results under various axle conditions.26th Jan 1928Box 67 \ 4  scan0251
Potential modifications to the steering system, specifically the friction and a hydraulic damper.31th Jan 1927Box 67 \ 4  scan0252
Tests on high-speed wobbles using heavy inner tubes and inertia dampers.31th Jan 1927Box 67 \ 4  scan0253
Investigation into steering geometry issues, specifically 'joggles' and 'twitching' on the 20 HP model compared to the 40/50 HP.2nd Feb 1927Box 67 \ 4  scan0254
Technical memorandum discussing steering tube spring movement, joggle, reversibility and potential geometry improvements.2nd Feb 1927Box 67 \ 4  scan0255
Graph and table comparing practical and theoretical data on steering wheel movement induced by front axle movement for various chassis models.2nd Feb 1927Box 67 \ 4  scan0256
Comparison of steering characteristics for different Phantom chassis series.2nd Feb 1927Box 67 \ 4  scan0257
Data table comparing steering characteristics for various configurations of the 20 HP chassis.2nd Feb 1927Box 67 \ 4  scan0258
Friction in the steering column and the need for tests due to variations in quality.2nd Feb 1927Box 67 \ 4  scan0259
Steering friction, analyzing its effects on driver feel, road shock, and component wear.7th Feb 1927Box 67 \ 4  scan0260
Report page comparing steering systems' resistance to 'joggles' across various experimental cars.7th Feb 1927Box 67 \ 4  scan0261
Steering tests on a 20 HP car, involving the fitting of a spring-loaded friction device to the steering column to eliminate wobbles.7th Feb 1927Box 67 \ 4  scan0262
Experiments with car components to address high-speed wobbles and 'joggles', including a load vs. angular movement graph.7th Feb 1927Box 67 \ 4  scan0263
Steering system friction, its distribution, and its advantages in absorbing road shock and improving steering feel.7th Feb 1927Box 67 \ 4  scan0264
List of disadvantages concerning low and high-speed wobbles and a reduction in self-centering.10th Feb 1927Box 67 \ 4  scan0265
Suggestions for immediate steering improvements and a separate experimental trial proposal.10th Feb 1927Box 67 \ 4  scan0266
Deviation from the original 10 lbs lever specification for a new axle, causing alarming stress.11th Feb 1927Box 67 \ 4  scan0267
Difficulties with 'Phantom Steering' and the extensive work being done on steering gears.2nd Feb 1927Box 67 \ 4  scan0268
Performance evaluation and report on the American Phantom chassis.2nd Feb 1927Box 67 \ 4  scan0269
Continued assessment of a vehicle's features, including the instrument board, body, and chassis lubrication system.16th Feb 1927Box 67 \ 4  scan0270
Proposal for a variable hydraulic shock damper system, controllable either manually by the driver or automatically.16th Feb 1927Box 67 \ 4  scan0271
The effects of adding friction to the steering columns of the 40/50 HP and 20 HP car models.1st Feb 1927Box 67 \ 4  scan0272
Disappointing steering performance and road shocks during the Paris trials of chassis 107-TC Saloon.21th Feb 1927Box 67 \ 4  scan0273
From 'R' reviewing proposed improvements regarding worm gear pitch, bearings, and steering components on cards 'C' and 'D'.12th Mar 1927Box 67 \ 4  scan0274
Supply of a car in London fitted with Phantom 'D' Steering.15th Mar 1927Box 67 \ 4  scan0275
Fitting of a steering system to a Sales car.21th Mar 1927Box 67 \ 4  scan0276
Outlining a list of potential improvements for vehicle steering systems.22th Mar 1927Box 67 \ 4  scan0277
Continued memo listing favoured and avoided design elements for a vehicle's steering system.22th Mar 1927Box 67 \ 4  scan0278


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