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Modifications to the India 4 front axle.


Identifier  ExFiles\Box 101\1\  scan0066
Date  24th October 1928
  
X.5420

BY. {R.W. Bailey - Chief Engineer} from DA. {Bernard Day - Chassis Design}
c. to BJ. Hs. {Lord Ernest Hives - Chair}

DA {Bernard Day - Chassis Design} 1/M24.10.28.

INDIA(Production 20 HP. with 4-speed box and Front Wheel Brakes) 4 - FRONT AXLE.

Herewith we send N.sch.2738/42 shewing the front axle with 1.750" offset, and dropped .5" lower than standard. This axle also has axle control.

Aksxxx
Almost all the brake parts are the same as now, and so are the hubs and locking device.

A slight modification is required to the rear brake drum to accommodate the rebuilt wire wheel, of which we will send you particulars in a few days. It is almost certain however that this axle will be used in conjunction with hypoid rear axle on the lines of SS. {S. Smith}

DA. {Bernard Day - Chassis Design}
  
  
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