Modifying the crankcase to accommodate a larger ignition governor.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 65\4\ scan0004 | |
| Date | 16th August 1924 | |
| To BY. {R.W. Bailey - Chief Engineer} from E. {Mr Elliott - Chief Engineer} c.c. to HS. {Lord Ernest Hives - Chair} X8000 S E C R E T. E2/M16.8.24. E. {Mr Elliott - Chief Engineer} A. {Mr Adams} C. CRANKCASE & IGNITION GOVERNOR. X.9000 X8000 X.9140 X.8685 Regarding the above we find we shall require a larger hole in the crankcase for the ignition governon which is to advance both ignitions. The new diameter of the spigot will be 3¼". We do not yet know where the stud holes will come, but will send particulars as soon as possible. E. {Mr Elliott - Chief Engineer} | ||
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