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Modifications for three standard F.2B series sports cars and referencing the 17-EX specification.


Identifier  ExFiles\Box 70\1\  scan0011
Date  16th January 1930
  
To Hm. {Capt. W. Hallam - Head Repairs} From Hs {Lord Ernest Hives - Chair} /Rn. {Mr Robinson}

X 8774
Hs {Lord Ernest Hives - Chair} /Rn {Mr Robinson} 2/MJ.16.1.30.

With reference to Hm {Capt. W. Hallam - Head Repairs} /W.W.12/W14.1.30.

The three sports cars mentioned by C were standard F.2B series cars with the following exceptions.

High compression Head. (4.75 - 1)
Stiffer road Springs.
Hartford Shock absorbers in addition to hydraulics.
16 x 52 Rear Axle Ratio.
Super Raked Steering Column.
Altered Brake distribution.
Stronger Clutch Stop Spring.
Axle pivot lean 2½°.

We send you a full specification of 17-EX the last of the sports cars to be made, which please return after perusal.

Hs {Lord Ernest Hives - Chair} /Rn. {Mr Robinson}
  
  
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