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Clutch issue and ordering a thicker centre plate with increased cushioning for car 1-B-IV.


Identifier  ExFiles\Box 85\2\  scan0086
Date  26th May 1934
  
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RHC. {R. H. Coverley - Production Engineer}
Hs {Lord Ernest Hives - Chair} /Gry. {Shadwell Grylls} 10/KW.26.5.34.

Clutch for 1-B-IV.

The altered type pedal operation for this car has had no effect on the clutch jaggers when getting away in 2nd gear. We therefore want to try a centre plate with increased cushioning effect.

Will you therefore please order a plate to GB.526, but .100 thick throughout.

Hs {Lord Ernest Hives - Chair} /Gry. {Shadwell Grylls}
  
  
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