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Sponsor, Brands, Specialists and Suppliers: The Companies that supported the Chapman \/Lotus Road & Racing Programme<\/strong><\/p>\n Jack Knight Development Ltd: The Lotus Knightclub<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Figure 1: Image from the net.Lotus 79, Note detail of steering rack<\/p>\n Introduction <\/strong><\/p>\n Lotus cars sold<\/p>\n They were bought for their:-<\/p>\n All the above were integrated within a total framework design.<\/p>\n The above list is heavily dependent on a select group of components [either bought in proprietary or in house manufacture] that delivered the desired outcomes and met strict criteria.<\/p>\n Many of these components often contributed significantly to the overall aesthetic, many are extremely functional and beautiful in their own right .They formed part of a complementary whole.<\/p>\n In this series we examine:-<\/p>\n Understanding Lotus\u2019s use of proprietary parts provides invaluable learning opportunities not just historical but right up to the present day. These lessons are not just applicable to automotive engineers\/ designers but to the wider Industrial \/Product Design professions.<\/p>\n The Skillful and creative adoption, absorption and integration of components was a powerful factor in the Chapman design methodology and contributed significantly to both competition and commercial success. It also feed his ability to mutate parts and materials to his desired ends.<\/p>\n The use of components is a fundamental skill of the Industrial Designer and the direct provision of added value.<\/p>\n The exact interpretation of sponsorship in conjunction with Lotus is difficult to establish objectively. The appearance of a sponsor\u2019s logo on a car is not necessarily evidence of financial support. Access to historical archive and contracts is sought wherever possible but with the passage of time and for various reasons these are not always available or accessible to the public.<\/p>\n This series also embraces the specialist suppliers to Lotus. We are particularly interested in those suppliers and products that have a connectivity with aviation.<\/p>\n In constructing the historic sponsor series, the A&R looks only at the logos worn in period and assumes the company involved had no objection to Lotus promoting their products. The A&R sees much to be gained by the wider promotion of sponsors but in the event that a specific organization disapproves for any reason that article will be removed.<\/p>\n Sponsorship is an instrument of mutual benefit and promotion. Subscribers might like to see A&R articles on Sponsorship and Product Placement to understand the numerical \/ financial reach provided by sponsorship with its ability to identify and project status through identification.<\/p>\n The principle continues particularly with regard to education based exhibitions [see below for details]<\/p>\n Each of these articles is devoted to a company\/ organization that is believed to have sponsored or supplied specialist items to Lotus.<\/p>\n The intention of each article is to: –<\/p>\n Subscribers might to see complementary and structured pieces to this article: –<\/p>\n Jack Knight Development Company Profile \/Abbreviated summary <\/strong><\/p>\n From wiki and internet sources:<\/p>\n \u201cJack Knight was a British engineer who was active in the racing field in the 1950s, 60’s and 70’s. His early achievements include “ERSA Knight” transaxle for 1960 Cooper<\/a> T53 Formula One<\/a> car, which was based on Citroen Traction Avant<\/a> aluminium alloy transaxle case.<\/p>\n This transaxle brought World Drivers Championship<\/a> title for Jack Brabham<\/a> for 1960.<\/p>\n Later, his company, Jack Knight Motorsport Ltd, became known for specially made 5 speed gear sets for Hillman Imp<\/a> transaxle<\/a>, which was also used by several specialty car makers.\u201d<\/p>\n In the Chapman\/Lotus era the Company was identified with gearbox and steering racks.<\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n Figure 2: Image from the net note Jack Knight logo<\/p>\n Lotus Connections<\/strong><\/p>\n We believe that Jack Knight steering systems were fitted to the following Lotus types:<\/p>\n 78\/79\/80\/81\/87\/88\/91\/92\/93T\/94T\/95T\/97T\/98T\/102&107 (and B variants through list)<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Figure 3: Editors sketch working drawing of Lotus 79<\/p>\n The value of cutaway drawing <\/strong><\/p>\n The steering column and rack on Lotus F1 cars are often concealed by the monocoque bodywork.<\/p>\n Their location and fixing are exposed in cutaway drawing.<\/p>\n We recommend subscribers look at examples:<\/p>\n We believe both cars were fitted with Jack Knight steering.<\/p>\n Period Address for economic geography exercise<\/strong><\/p>\n Name: Jack Knight (Developments) Ltd<\/p>\n Address:<\/p>\n Note the historic and recent address are similar<\/p>\n BUTTS ROAD<\/p>\n Postcode\/City:<\/p>\n GU21 6JX Woking<\/p>\n County:<\/p>\n Surrey England<\/p>\n Phone:<\/p>\n 01483 76432601483 764326<\/a><\/p>\n Fax:<\/p>\n 01483 76989301483 769893<\/a><\/p>\n Website:<\/p>\n\n
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