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Log from a 15,000-mile test for a Phantom III vehicle, detailing parts modifications and mileage.


Identifier  ExFiles\Box 91\2\  scan0071
Date  17th August 1937 guessed
  
Header: 32-EX. PHANTOM III, -6-, 15,000 Miles Test
Table Columns: Part, Remarks, Mileage in England, Mileage in France, Result of test

Row 1:
Part: Lec.5668. Threaded Shackle Pins for rear Springs.
Remarks: To overcome developement of side play and knocks from rear shackles which occurs with existing design.
Mileage in England: 3,055

Row 2:
Part: Lec.5601 Rm. {William Robotham - Chief Engineer} 352 Built up steering Cam Tube. Timken Bearings for cam Rocker Shaft Pin without serrations.
Mileage in England: 3,055

Row 3:
Part: .010" - .015" load on ball instead of .003"- .007" in rear joint of Side Steering Tube.
Remarks: Mod.to prolong time when slack will occur and produce knocks.
Mileage in England: 3,055

Row 4:
Part: Lec.5477 Mod.Rest Angle & Bonnet strip with Kansas snubber taping.
Mileage in England: 3,055

Row 5:
Part: NS. {Norman Scott} 4875-4890 Mod.to Rear Spring Plate and Connecting Links for Rear Dampers & Roll-rod.
Remarks: No spring loading in tube, side spring load on balls.
Mileage in England: 3,055

Row 6:
Part: Rm. {William Robotham - Chief Engineer} 379 Duprene Rubber Glands in rear Shock Dampers.
Remarks: To prevent oil leaks from bushes.
Mileage in England: 964

Row 7:
Part: Ex.24982 Front Engine Feet in S/M.
Mileage in England: 964
  
  
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