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Alterations to the 'Goshawk II' engine starter and rear crankcase suspension.


Identifier  ExFiles\Box 80\3\  scan0262
Date  8th April 1921
  
To DA. {Bernard Day - Chassis Design} from E. {Mr Elliott - Chief Engineer}
Copy to CJ.
MOR.
HS. {Lord Ernest Hives - Chair}
BY. {R.W. Bailey - Chief Engineer}
EPC.
X4360
EA/G7/4/21.

X4360 RE ENGINE STARTER AND REAR SUSPENSION OF CRANKCASE. "GOSHAWK(Aero Engine)(Codename for 20HP Car / Aero Engine after Kestrel(Aero Engine)) II".

We send you herewith drawings LeC.1371 and 1373 shewing the above.

As previously mentioned in correspondence, it has been found necessary to alter the rear suspension of the engine to accommodate the starter motor and gear.

APR 8 1921

E. {Mr Elliott - Chief Engineer}

[Stamp: RECEIVED APR 8 1921 Hs {Lord Ernest Hives - Chair} ]
  
  
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