Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Proposal for a new type of lock to prevent car theft by securing the change speed lever. | ||
| View original record | X.3504. Extract from E1/G30119. (8) LOCK TO PREVENT CAR STEALING. 4 The ignition lock is considered useless to prevent theft of cars, on account of the magneto. The most desirable form of lock was… | ||
| scan0002 | Suggestions for car anti-theft locks, focusing on a steering lock combined with a switch. | ||
| View original record | X. 36-04 Bn16/P12.5.19. To R. from Bn. c. to EH. c. to De. X.3504 RE LOCKS FOR PREVENTION OF THEFT OF CARS With reference to the above matter, I am receiving a large number of suggestions none of… | ||
| scan0003 | Provisional specification for an anti-theft device by locking the transmission. | ||
| View original record | To BN. from EH. X.3504 EH1/LG26.6.19. 26th. June 1919. Attached herewith is a copy of a provisional specification of a device for securing cars against theft. You will notice that this device is in a… | ||
| scan0004 | Oilless bearings, anti-rattling bonnet packing, and thief-proofing measures. | ||
| View original record | X 3602 Contd. -3- 6y. December. 2nd. 1919. The mechanism has never been known to give trouble or develop wear through non-attention to these grease cups. Some form of oilless bearing was suggested.… | ||
| scan0005 | Car theft prevention and a detailed analysis of various wheel types, including wire, disc, and wood. | ||
| View original record | -4- Contd. Rolls-Royce cars are not likely to be stolen in the way suggested by Col. Barrington, by towing them away, since such a possession would be a white elephant to any thief The danger is that… | ||
| scan0006 | Ignition locks and new instrument board fittings. | ||
| View original record | X3504 To R.R. of America Inc. from R. (For attention of OY). c. to CJ. c. to Wor. c. to Hs. c. to Da. c. to PN. c. to EFC. c. to BY. R1/G31.8.20. X.4173. RE LOCKS. X.3504. Many thanks for illustration… | ||
| scan0007 | Redesigning ignition locks and considering quotations for electrical equipment from mass producers versus in-house manufacturing. | ||
| View original record | To B.J. from R c. to CJ. c. to Da. c. to R.R.Inc. for attention of OY. c. to Hs. X.3504 R2/G19.11.20. X.3504 - RE IGNITION LOCKS BJ(PY)5/DB17.11.20.119. When redesigning the above we will remember the… | ||
| scan0008 | Policy for standardising accessories and the instrument board for the Goshawk 11 chassis. | ||
| View original record | C. from Hs. X3597 Hs1/LG30.12.21. GOSHAWK 11. X3594 X4085 We should like to know whether there has been any definite policy agreed to as regards what accessories will be supplied with the Goshawk 11.… | ||
| scan0009 | Standard accessories for the Goshawk II chassis and the standardization of the instrument board. | ||
| View original record | S/W Hs. X3594 C5/C7.1.22. Re Goshawk II. X3594 With reference to your Hsl/LG30.11.21, this matter was discussed at a Sales Conference held on the 20th December, and it was decided that when we supply… | ||
| scan0010 | Standardising accessories, specifically the speedometer and electrical system, for the Goshawk 11 car. | ||
| View original record | To C. from Hs. c. to E. c. to Da. c. to BY. c. to EP. c. to Wor. X3594 Hs3/LG9.1.22. ACCESSORIES FOR GOSHAWK 11. X4077 We should like to make it clear that the fitting of different makes of… | ||
| scan0011 | Requesting prices to standardise the make of Speedometer and Clock for the Goshawk 11 engine. | ||
| View original record | Roy. from Hs. X8594 Hs2/LG10.1.22. GOSHAWK 11. ACCESSORIES. X4077 X8594 We wish to standardise one make of Speedometer and Clock for Goshawk 11. We have in mind either the Smith, Watford or Elliott.… | ||
| scan0012 | Decisions made on various vehicle accessories. | ||
| View original record | W/S. To Sg. from - Hr. c. to By. c. to Hs. X3594 ACCESSORIES. Hr4/H10.1.22. Reference your Sg20/BM/6.1.22 to Wor. which he has passed on to me, and asked me to make investigations. Mr. Hives, Mr.… | ||
| scan0013 | Handling correspondence for accessories, returning horn fittings, and testing a new petrol filler. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Mr. Wormald asked me if you would be good enough to address all further correspondence re accessories to myself in future, and I will get opinions from the different heads in the Works on the… | ||
| scan0014 | Query regarding a new arrangement for the tail-light and number plate on the Goshawk 11 model. | ||
| View original record | X3594 To Hs. From Da. X.4079 X.4085 X.3594 Dal/M14.2.22. Have you any remarks to make about the tail-light and number plate as at present instructed for Goshawk 11. We refer to the convenience and the… | ||
| scan0015 | New petrol valve design, comparing it to existing taper taps and recommending a trial. | ||
| View original record | X3594 Hs. BY2/H. 24.2.26. ACCESSORIES. Roy. has submitted a special form of petrol valve which is supposed to be exceptionally good from the point of view of tightness. Personally, I do not see any… | ||
| scan0016 | Need for a more explanatory and up-to-date list of recommended accessories. | ||
| View original record | To BJ. from R. To Hs. C. to Wor. BY. C. X3594 R3/M13.12.26. RE. RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. X.3594 X.8580 I do not think our list of accessories is sufficiently explanatory. I will, while at Le Canadel,… | ||
| scan0017 | Article from 'The Motor' magazine describing a new four-way direction indicator from Lucas. | ||
| View original record | Reprinted from The Motor February 22, 1927. HS / X3594 A NEW LUCAS DIRECTION INDICATOR. Simple and Ingenious Signal Giving Four Indications. THE increasing popularity of enclosed cars, and the use of… | ||
| scan0018 | The proposed position for carrying the jack and pump to avoid enlarging the running-board toolboxes. | ||
| View original record | To BY. from DA. c. to BJ. Hs. X3594 DA6/M8.3.27. EAC.7. Housing of Jack and Pump. X.3175 X.3594 X.7580 Herewith we send N.sch.2368 shewing the proposed position for carrying these two accessories,… | ||
| scan0019 | Weight of the subframe for the 18-EX car and a query about ordering its accessories. | ||
| View original record | X3594 To DA/EV. from Hs. Hsl/LG20.10.28. SUBFRAME FOR 18-EX. X7380 We took the weight of the subframe before it was despatched to Barkers - this was found to be 90 lbs. We should like to know whether… | ||
| scan0020 | The arrangement of accessories for car 18.EX, including the instrument board and lighting. | ||
| View original record | Y3594 EV3/27.10.28. to HS. from EV. "S.S." copy to RE ACCESSORIES FOR 18.EX. We send herewith N.Sch.2751. shewing the arrangement of of the instrument board for the above car. We have sent to Barkers… | ||
| scan0021 | Status report on the supply and fitting of accessories for experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | DE/EV Copy to Hs. 18 EX. X3594 Cx/Hn22/EDI/16-11-28. EXPERIMENTAL CARS - ACCESSORIES. According to our records the position to date is as follows:- 1. 14-G-4. Lucas RB-65 headlights with electrically… | ||
| scan0022 | Page two of a document detailing the order status for Cobra horns for models 20-EX, 21-EX, 22-EX and 23-EX. | ||
| View original record | PAGE TWO. 4. 20-EX, 21-EX, 22-EX and 23-EX. Cobra horns are on order from the makers but have not yet been received. Cx/Hn. [Signature] | ||
| scan0023 | Despatch and procurement of lamps and a trunk for Mr. Royce's car, No. 18-EX. | ||
| View original record | W -> EV. Copy to Hs. Copy to EV. [Struck through] X3594 Cx/Hn21/BDI/20-11-28. MR. ROYCE'S CAR NO. 18-EX. EV3/19-11-28. The Stephen Grebel lamp will be despatched to Hs. at W. by Boyrivens - who are… | ||
| scan0024 | List of standard and additional accessories for a 20-EX Hooper Enclosed Limousine. | ||
| View original record | Cx/Hn. from DA/EV. c. to BY. Hs. X3594 DA/EV5/M28.11.28. RE. ACCESSORIES FOR 20-EX. X.7530 X.3594 HOOPER ENCLOSED LIMOUSINE. X.7830 We have instructed Hooper's to fit to this cara grouped system of… | ||
| scan0025 | Specifications for accessories on a 19-EX Hooper Sedanca. | ||
| View original record | Hn. from DA/EV. c. to BJ. BY. Hs. X3594 DA/EV4/M28.11.28. RE. ACCESSORIES FOR 19-EX - HOOPER SEDANCA. X7800 X7850 We have previously dealt with the instrument board in our EV2/13.11.28. The wings… | ||
| scan0026 | Ordering and dispatch of various accessories for a 19-EX Hooper Sedanca vehicle. | ||
| View original record | W X3594 EV. (crossed out) Copy to BV. Copy to Hs. Cx/Hn7/EDI/29-11-28. ACCESSORIES FOR 19-EX - HOOPER SEDANCA. DA/EV4/M28-11-28. We will arrange with Lucas to send Hs. direct a pair of black… | ||
| scan0027 | Accessories for the 19-EX car, specifically the head and tail lamps. | ||
| View original record | W/S HN. from Hs/Rm. Y3594 Hs/Rm3/LG29.11.28. 19-EX CAR - ACCESSORIES. X7800 With reference to DA/EV4/M28.11.28. It appears that all the items mentioned will be obtained by you. We should be obliged if… | ||
| scan0028 | Supply of various components for a Hooper enclosed limousine. | ||
| View original record | W 43594 EV. Copy to BY. Copy to Hs. Cx/Hn12/EDI/30-11-28. DA/EV5/M28-11-28. 2o-EX. HOOPER ENCLOSED LIMOUSINE. We are sending Hoopers direct a clock and speedometer of the latest approved pattern. The… | ||
| scan0029 | List of parts delivered to Hoopers, Chelsea, for the Experimental Enclosed Limousine No. 20-EX. | ||
| View original record | W BY. Copy to BY Copy to Hs. X3594 Cx/Hn3/RDI/7-12-28. EXPERIMENTAL ENCLOSED LIM. NO. 20-EX. yesterday Please note we delivered to Hoopers, Chelsea, for the above:- (a) One North Clock (b) Two Lucas… | ||
| scan0030 | Accessory list for the 21-EX Barker Enclosed Limousine and the 22-EX Hooper Enclosed Landaulet. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Rm. from DA/EV. Y3594 DA/EV4/M18.12.28. c. to BY. Cx/Hn. (1) 21-EX - BARKER ENCLOSED LIMOUSINE ACCESSORIES. (2) 22-EX - HOOPER ENCLOSED LANDAULET ACCESSORIES. 47530 INSTRUMENT BOARD. see… | ||
| scan0031 | Specification list of accessories for a Closed Coupled All Weather Barker model. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Rm. from DA/EV. Y3594 DA/EV5/M18.12.28. c. to BY. CX/Hn. RE. CLOSED COUPLED ALL WEATHER BARKER X.3594 16-G-4 - ACCESSORIES. X.7800 This car will be used by R. next summer in England. INSTRUMENT… | ||
| scan0032 | Supply and dispatch of accessories for Experimental Sedanca No.19-EX. | ||
| View original record | X3594 Cx/Hn1/JL.19.12.28. S/W Hs. Copy to Ev. Re: Experimental Sedanca No.19-EX. --------------------------------- In reply to your telegram received this morning, please note as follows concerning… | ||
| scan0033 | Letter detailing the sourcing and dispatch of various car accessories in response to a telegram. | ||
| View original record | X3594 Cx/Hn2/JL.19.12.28. S/W Hs. Copy to Ev. In reply to your telegram received this morning, kindly note as follows concerning accessories for the above:- (1) Headlights. You will have seen from… | ||
| scan0034 | Parts ordered for Chassis No.21-EX and No.22-EX. | ||
| View original record | X3594 Cx/Hn16/JL.20.12.28. S/W Hs. Copy to Ev. " " By. Re: Chassis No.21-EX - Barker Enclosed Limousine. Chassis No.22-EX - Hooper Enclosed Landaulet. -------------------------------------------- We… | ||
| scan0035 | Listing parts ordered and to be procured for an Experimental All-weather Car, No.16-G-4. | ||
| View original record | X3554 Ox/Hn15/JL.20.12.28. S/W. Hs. Copy to Ev. " " By. Re: Experimental All-weather Car No.16-G-4. ---------------------------------------- Please note we have already placed on order the following:-… | ||
| scan0036 | Letter to Messrs. Hooper & Co. Ltd. confirming the delivery of a Bosch dual wiper for an experimental car. | ||
| View original record | HS X 3594 Cx/Hn6/EDI 9th January 1929 Messrs. Hooper & Co. Ltd., 54, St. James's Street, S. W. 1. Dear Sirs:- EXPERIMENTAL ENG. LAND. NO. 22-MX. We yesterday delivered to you for the above a Bosch… | ||
| scan0037 | Letter to Barker & Co. Ltd. confirming the delivery of a Bosch dual wiper for Experimental Limousine No. 21-EX. | ||
| View original record | Cx/Hn4/EDI 8th January 1929 Messrs. Barker & Co. Ltd., OLAF STREET, W. 11. Dear Sirs:- EXPERIMENTAL ENC. LIMOUSINE NO. 21-EX. We yesterday delivered to you for the above a Bosch dual wiper, which… | ||
| scan0038 | Letter to Messrs. Barker & Co. Ltd. regarding the fitting of a wiper and spot lamp to experimental car 16-G-4. | ||
| View original record | Hs X3594 Cx/Hn5/EDI 9th January 1929 Messrs. Barker & Co. Ltd., OLAF STREET, W. 11. Dear Sirs:- EXPERIMENTAL CAR NO. 16-G-4. We yesterday delivered to you, for the above a Bosch dual wiper which… | ||
| scan0039 | List of accessories despatched for experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | -> HS. Copy to EV. X3594 Cx/Hn3/EDI/15-1-29. EXPERIMENTAL CARS. Please note we yesterday despatched to you from Lillie Hall the following accessories:- (a) FOR 21-EX. 1. Two Lucas stream-lined wing… | ||
| scan0040 | Confirming the dispatch of a spot lamp and horn to the Carlton Carriage Co. for Open Car No. 23-EX. | ||
| View original record | 15 Hs. Copy to EV X.3594 Cx/Hn5/EDI/19-1-29. Dictated 18-1-29 OPEN CAR NO. 23-EX. Kindly note that on the 17th instant we sent the Carlton Carriage Co. one Stephen Grebel Spotlamp with spare bulb and… | ||
| scan0041 | Weight of accessories, tools, and bodies for experimental cars 18-EX and 22-EX. | ||
| View original record | W/S. 43594 Hs/Rm2/LG30.1.29. To Cx/Hn. from Hs/Rm. EXPERIMENTAL CAR 18-EX. X7830 / X2840 With reference to Cx/Hn25/ED1/29.1.29. We think that you can allow 77 lbs. for the accessories and tools on… | ||
| scan0042 | Whether to manufacture electrical accessories in-house or license designs, prompted by the reliability of Bosch products. | ||
| View original record | SG. from R. c. to Wor. DA. E. c. to EFC. Hs. BY. X3594 R4/M23. 2.29. ACCESSORIES OF HIGEST QUALITY. X.3594 X.4478 I should like our management to consider whether it would pay us to make any further… | ||
| scan0043 | Quality and selection of various car accessories. | ||
| View original record | R. FROM DA/EV. C. to SG. HS. BY. CK. CWD. re. ACCESSORIES. X3594 We feel that the accessories which we fit and are bought out are not up to the standard of those we make ourselves. They are usually to… | ||
| scan0044 | Potential improvements and alternatives for vehicle lighting systems, including tail lamps, stop lamps, and direction indicators. | ||
| View original record | (2) (6) TAIL LAMPS. The Lucas T.220., our present standard, is a good well made lamp. It would be improved if it had the connection for the wiring coming out of the back, [REDACTED] - instead of… | ||
| scan0045 | Signalling windows, instrument board lighting, and wind horn requirements. | ||
| View original record | (3) Hield This would do away with signalling windows, and the attendant wide doors and draughts when open. We are investigating this with a view to getting such fittings available. (9) INSTRUMENT… | ||
| scan0046 | Sample of a Desmo No. 271 Reflectall Mirror. | ||
| View original record | X3594. To Roy. From Hs/Lid. Hs/Lid.13/KT.6. 5. 31. DESMO. No.271. REFLECTALL MIRROR. With reference to the attached letter from Desmo Limited, we shall be interested to see a sample Reflectall Mirror,… | ||
| scan0047 | The intention to keep a 'Reflectall Mirror' sent on approval and requesting a requisition. | ||
| View original record | Hs. Y3594. ROY/GEA.5/EB25.6.31. With reference to the Reflectall Mirror, sent to you on approval in accordance with our memo ref:- ROY/GEA.8/EB15.5.31. Will you kindly advise if it is your intention… | ||
| scan0048 | Return of a 'Reflectall' interior mirror due to its two-piece construction. | ||
| View original record | 83594 Roy/GEA. From Hs/Lid. Hs/Lid.1/MJ.29.6.31. REFLECTALL INTERIOR MIRROR. Roy/GEA5/EB.25.6.31. We are returning the 'Reflectall' mirror to you to be sent back to the makers. We do not like it… | ||
| scan0049 | Notice regarding the legal requirement for motor vehicles to be fitted with driving mirrors. | ||
| View original record | x3594 LID Wor. Mr. Hs. Hd. DRIVING MIRRORS Please note that from the 1st January next every motor vehicle, other than a motorcycle, shall be equipped with a reflecting mirror so constructed and fitted… | ||
| scan0050 | Ordering Lucas driving mirrors for experimental cars due to new motoring regulations. | ||
| View original record | Roy. from Hs/Lid. x3594 Hs/Lid.1/KT. 6.11.31. X.3594. X.3035. DRIVING MIRRORS. In connection with the new motoring regulations which come into force on 1st, Jan. next, and which stipulate that every… | ||
| scan0051 | Query seeking feedback on the design, safety, and practicality of interior sun visors. | ||
| View original record | Hs. at "W". HS 11/11/31 LID X3594 Hn2/V.10.11.31. Sunvizors. We believe that on 27-EX you have a sunvizor of the interior type hinged to the rail above the windscreen. Will you please let us know what… | ||
| scan0052 | Design and features of the sun visor on the 27-EX model. | ||
| View original record | 73594 W/S. Hn. From Hs/Lid. Hs/Lid.10/MJ.11.11.31. SUNVIZORS. Hn.2/V10.11.31. 27-EX. has a sunvizor of the type you mention, it is hinged to a rail above the windscreen and is in two halves. It is… | ||
| scan0053 | New requirement for all motor vehicles to be fitted with a reflecting mirror. | ||
| View original record | Y3594. To Hs) from ROY. Mx) ROY14/MG4.1.32 As you are aware, from January 1st onwards, every motor vehicle, other than motor cycles, must be equipped with a Reflecting Mirror, constructed and fitted… | ||
| scan0054 | Correct use of snow chains and recommendations for updating the instruction book. | ||
| View original record | X3594. By. A.W.N c to R.R. c to W.R. c to Ms. ✓ Re USE OF CHAINS ----------------- During the Winter we frequently receive enquiries in regard to the use of chains on our cars, and we think that the… | ||
| scan0055 | Request to order a Lucas 'Panoram' interior driving mirror for car 18.G.IV. | ||
| View original record | X3594. Roy. From Hs/Lid. Hs/Lid.3/MA.28. 1. 32. INTERIOR DRIVING MIRRORS. Will you please order for 18.G.IV. one Lucas 'Panoram' Mirror No. P.1208/30, the list price of this is 12/6d. Hs/A.J.Lidsey. | ||
| scan0056 | The supply of licence holders and driving mirrors for specific Bentley bodies. | ||
| View original record | x3594 W/S. To Hn. from Hs/Lid. c. to EV. Hs/Lid.7/KT.16.3.33. ACCESSORIES FOR BENTLEY 'A' & BENTLEY 'B' BODIES. We have not received with any of these bodies, either licence holders or driving… | ||
| scan0057 | Confirming arrangements for sending accessories to be fitted to Bentley 'A' and 'B' bodies. | ||
| View original record | LID x3 Srat S/W. c. to EV. W Hn10/I/17-3-33. ACCESSORIES FOR BENTLEY 'A' & BENTLEY 'B' BODIES. Hs/Lid7/KT16-3-33. We have arranged for Park Wards to send you a driving mirror for each of the three… | ||
| scan0058 | Creation of a model for a Bentley radiator mascot by Sykes. | ||
| View original record | Copy to Hs. X3894 S/W E...from C. C6/C15.9.33 Re Radiator Mascot - Bentley. ------- and blue print. Thanks for your E1/EP14.9.33 I think this looks extremely well and I propose getting a model made by… | ||
| scan0059 | Suggestions for improving the Bentley 'B' radiator mascot. | ||
| View original record | X3594 To G. from E. c. Mr. Hs. Hy. Cx. E.1/HP.14.9.33. Radiator Mascot - Bentley. We attach herewith a print of LeC.3633 shewing our suggestions for improving the Bentley "B" mascot. We have attempted… | ||
| scan0060 | Design drawing for a Bentley radiator mascot, showing various views and concepts. | ||
| View original record | L.E.C.3633 A VIEW IN DIRECTION OF ARROW A SCALE 1/1 RADIATOR MASCOT - BENTLEY ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. DERBY L.E.C.3633 | ||
| scan0061 | The despatch of two aluminium front mudguards to Messrs. Park Ward. | ||
| View original record | To Hd/FC. c. to D/BP. 100! Rm/FD.5/JH.15.6.38. We are sending into the stores today 2 alum front mudguards. Will you please have these despatched per passenger train to Messrs. Park Ward, Willesden.… | ||
| scan0062 | Letter from Wilmot-Breeden Ltd. following up on the opportunity to fit door locks to a car body. | ||
| View original record | ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO HEAD OFFICES, CAMDEN ST., PHONE: CENT. 8641 (18 LINES) Handwritten: Rm LONDON OFFICE & FITTING STATION SUNBEAM ROAD, CHASE ROAD, NORTH ACTON, N. W. 10 PHONE: WILLESDEN 7321 (5… | ||
| scan0063 | Letter to Wilmot-Breeden Ltd. regarding the fitting of their locks to an experimental car for road work. | ||
| View original record | 1001 Rm4/R. Messrs. Wilmot-Breeden Ltd., Eastern Works, Camden Street, BIRMINGHAM. 1. 27th June, 1938. Dear Sirs, Your Ref: CHS/DMK. Thank you for your letter of June 23rd. We have now got your locks… | ||
| scan0064 | Letter to Messrs. Wilmot-Breeden Ltd. arranging a viewing of their door locks fitted to a car. | ||
| View original record | 1001 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/FD.16/JH. 1st. July, 1938. Messrs. Wilmot-Breeden Ltd., Eastern Works, Camden Street, BIRMINGHAM. Dear Sirs, With reference to your letter of the 28th. to Mr.… | ||
| scan0065 | Letter from Wilmot-Breeden Ltd. about arranging an appointment concerning door locks. | ||
| View original record | 1001 ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO HEAD OFFICES, CAMDEN ST., PHONE. CENT 8641 (18 LINES) LONDON OFFICE & FITTING STATION SUNBEAM ROAD, CHASE ROAD, NORTH ACTON, N. W. 10 PHONE: WILLES DEN 7321 (5 LINES) GRAMS:… | ||
| scan0066 | Inquiry from coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. Ltd regarding the development of Wilmot Breeden door locks. | ||
| View original record | 1007. PARK WARD & CO LTD COACHBUILDERS OFFICIALLY APPOINTED RETAILERS OF ROLLS ROYCE CARS (SHOWROOMS - 40 CONDUIT STREET) 473 HIGH ROAD WILLESDEN LONDON N W 10 DIRECTORS: A.T.ROBERTS W.M.PARK C.W.WARD… | ||
| scan0067 | Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding dissatisfaction with currently fitted door locks and a proposed replacement from Wilmot-Breeden. | ||
| View original record | 1001 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/FD.6/JH. 12th July, 1938. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473 High Road, Willesden, LONDON.N.W.10. Dear Sirs, In reply to Mr. Thompson's letter of the 7th inst. re door… | ||
| scan0068 | Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding improved Wilmot Breeden interior locks. | ||
| View original record | 1001 PARK, WARD & CO LTD COACHBUILDERS OFFICIALLY APPOINTED RETAILERS OF ROLLS ROYCE CARS DIRECTORS: A.T.ROBERTS W.M.PARK C.W.WARD W.C.THORNE J.A.FALCONER.C.A C.FALCONER W.S.PAGE (SHOWROOMS - 40… | ||
| scan0069 | Letter from Wilmot-Breeden Ltd. regarding the dispatch of an R.3 type door lock for exchange and testing on an experimental car. | ||
| View original record | ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO HEAD OFFICES, CAMDEN ST., PHONE: CENT. 8592 (12 LINES) LONDON OFFICE & FITTING STATION SUNBEAM ROAD, CHASE ROAD, NORTH ACTON, N. W. 10 PHONE: WILLESDEN 7321 (5 LINES) GRAMS:… | ||
| scan0070 | Official order be passed based on an attached document. | ||
| View original record | 1001? To Roy. c. to G/JWH. Rm/FD.5/JH.8.8.38. Will you please pass an official order as per the attached. Rm/FD. | ||
| scan0071 | Request to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. for the supply of 10 push-pull type instrument switches. | ||
| View original record | EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/FD.4/JH. 8th August, 1938. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473 High Road, Willesden, LONDON.N.W.10. Dear Sirs, Will you please supply 10 push pull type instrument switches by… | ||
| scan0072 | Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co. Ltd confirming the despatch of 10 Push and Pull type instrument switches. | ||
| View original record | 15917. PARK WARD & CO LTD COACHBUILDERS OFFICIALLY APPOINTED RETAILERS OF ROLLS ROYCE CARS (SHOWROOMS - 40 CONDUIT STREET) 473 HIGH ROAD WILLESDEN LONDON N W 10 DIRECTORS A.T.ROBERTS W.M.PARK C.W.WARD… | ||
| scan0073 | Trial and modification of various Wilmot Breedon door locks for experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | 1001 To By. from Rm/FD. c. to Da. c. to Da/Ev. c. to W/S - Hn. Rm/FD.9/JH.23.8.38. DOOR LOCKS. We have tried out the Wilmot Breedon Rover type door locks on an experimental car, although the mileage… | ||
| scan0074 | Visit from Wilmot Breedon to demonstrate the latest type of bolt door locks. | ||
| View original record | 1001. Door locks W/S - Hn. from Rm/FD. Mr. Smye of Wilmot Breedon is going to Messrs. Park Wards on Monday next to show them prints and samples of the latest type bolt door locks. He is very anxious… | ||
| scan0075 | Arranging a meeting with Wilmot Breedon Ltd at the coachbuilder's works concerning door locks. | ||
| View original record | SOH? 1001 Door locks S/W. (Rm/FD. c. to JLE. FD Asy6/JA/9.9.38 ? With reference to your Rm/FD.14/JH.8.9.38, in Hn's absence on holiday, JLE will endeavour to meet Mr. Syme of Wilmot Breedon Ltd, at… | ||
| scan0076 | Difficulty contacting Mr. Smye and his subsequent travel plans to London. | ||
| View original record | 1001 W/S - Asy. from Rm/FD. c. to JLE. Rm/FD.11/JH.10.9.38. With reference to your memo. Asy.6/JA.9.9.38. The writer could not contact Mr. Smye at Wilmot Breedon on Sat. and was told that he would be… | ||
| scan0077 | Letter from coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. Ltd concerning issues and delays with Wilmot-Breeden locks. | ||
| View original record | 1501. PARK, WARD & CO. LTD COACHBUILDERS OFFICIALLY APPOINTED RETAILERS OF ROLLS ROYCE CARS DIRECTORS: A.T. ROBERTS W.M. PARK C.W. WARD W.C. THORNE J.A. FALCONER C.A. FALCONER W.S. PAGE (SHOWROOMS -… | ||
| scan0078 | Summary on the status of coachwork accessories including windscreen flutter, door locks, and ventilators. | ||
| View original record | 1001 also 192, 1247 To By. c.c. to Ds/Ev. c.c. to Mr. Finney - Park Wards. RM/FD.9/JH.22.9.38. SUMMARY OF THE COACHWORK ACCESSORIES POSITION. Windscreen flutter. Tests are now being completed to show… | ||
| scan0079 | Options for fitting side or top ventilators to new car bodies. | ||
| View original record | -2- The air will be taken from the ventilator upwards to the centre of the scuttle and evenly distributed. If it were possible at this stage, we should like to have a side ventilator fitted to one of… | ||
| scan0080 | Inquiry about the road experience with Everall car door locks fitted by Park Ward & Co. | ||
| View original record | 1001 Rm/FD at W. Hnll/AH.13.10.38. Car Door Locks ------------ Have you had any road experience with the Everall locks which Park Ward & Co., are now fitting to their doors please?. Have you found the… | ||
| scan0081 | The limited road experience and testing of Everall car door locks. | ||
| View original record | 1001 W/S - Hn. Rm/FD.2/JH.15.10.38. Car Door Locks. Our road experience with the Everall locks is very limited. These locks are fitted to 8.B.5. and 1.B.50, 8.B.5. is now in France, we should hear… | ||
| scan0082 | Instructing the return of three door locks to Messrs. Park Wards. | ||
| View original record | To Hd/FC. c. to D/BP. 1501 Rm/FD.14/JH.27.5.38. We are sending into the stores today a box containing 3 door locks complete. Will you please have these returned to Messrs. Park Wards, High Road,… | ||
| scan0083 | Internal instruction regarding a scheme for the Wraith III reverse light switch. | ||
| View original record | To H.S. 1001 Rm/FD.14/JH.25.5.38. WRAITH III REVERSE LIGHT SWITCH. We should like to try this scheme rigged up on a Wraith, will you please have the necessary parts prepared to PD.1/9. Rm/FD. | ||
| scan0084 | Letter to a supplier regarding the provision of door locks for a new experimental car. | ||
| View original record | 1001? Rm3/R. 26th February, 1938. C.L. Breedon, Esq., Messrs. Wilmot-Breeden Ltd., Eastern Works, Camden Street, BIRMINGHAM.1. Dear Mr. Breedon, I must apologise for not being able to get over to your… | ||
| scan0085 | Letter from Wilmot-Breeden Ltd. discussing the supply of door locks and a plant visit. | ||
| View original record | Mr Rees. 1001 Wilmot-Breeden Ltd. Eastern Works Birmingham 1 TELEPHONE CENTRAL 8592 (12 LINES) TELEGRAMS "BUMPERS, B'HAM" MANAGING DIRECTOR'S OFFICE 28th February 1938. W.A. Robotham Esq. Messrs.… | ||
| scan0086 | Letter to C.L. Breeden of Messrs. Wilmot-Breeden Ltd. confirming drawings will be sent. | ||
| View original record | 1001 Rm8/R. 2nd March, 1938. C.L. Breeden, Esq., Messrs. Wilmot-Breeden Ltd., Eastern Works, BIRMINGHAM. 1. Dear Mr. Breeden, Many thanks for your letter of February 28th. I am having the drawings… | ||
| scan0087 | Correspondence with Wilmot-Breeden about new door locks and a request for drawings. | ||
| View original record | 1001 Da/Ev. from Rm. Rm9/R.2.3.38. Attached is copy of correspondence I have had with Wilmot-Breeden relative to the new door locks. I should be glad if you would arrange for the necessary drawings to… | ||
| scan0088 | Request to Lucas Ltd. to supply a windscreen wiper for a new experimental body on chassis 2.B.5. | ||
| View original record | 1001? Rm/FD.8/JH. March 4th February, 1938. Messrs. Lucas Ltd., Great King Street, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr.Mason. Dear Sirs, Will you please arrange to supply Messrs. Park Ward's,… | ||
| scan0089 | Official order for a windscreen wiper from Lucas & Co. to be fitted by Park Wards. | ||
| View original record | 1001 To Roy. c.c. to G/JWH. Rm/FD.9/JH.4.3.38. Will you please send an official order to Messrs. Lucas & Co. for one windscreen wiper complete. We have asked Messrs. Lucas to send this direct to Park… | ||
| scan0090 | Letter to M. Wilks at The Rover Company regarding the development status of a car door lock. | ||
| View original record | 1001 Rm10/R. 7th March, 1938. M. Wilks, Esq., The Rover Company Ltd., New Meteor Works, COVENTRY. Dear Wilks, We appear to have missed one another with remarkable consistency on the telephone to-day.… | ||
| scan0091 | Letter from The Rover Company Ltd. regarding the development and testing program for Wilmot-Breeden Locks. | ||
| View original record | THE ROVER COMPANY LTD NEW · METEOR · WORKS: COVENTRY London Service Depot. SEAGRAVE ROAD . FULHAM . LONDON . S.W.6. TELEPHONE: Nº 8081 (7 Lines) ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY AND… | ||
| scan0092 | Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding drawings for 'Rover' type door locks. | ||
| View original record | c. to Hn. c. to Rm. 1001. 9th.March 1938. Da/Ev.10/N. CONFIDENTIAL. Messrs.Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. For the attention of C.Falconer,Esq., Dear Sir, Re: "Rover"… | ||
| scan0093 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding door lock drawings and specifications for a recessed handle. | ||
| View original record | c. Hn. Rm. 1001. 12th.March 1938. Da/Ev.10/N. Messrs.Park Ward & Co.Ltd. 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. Confidential. For the attention of C.Falconer.Esq., Dear Sir, Many thanks for your… | ||
| scan0094 | Letter to Wilmot-Breeden Ltd. regarding drawings and the supply of experimental door locks. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Hm. 1001. 12th.March 1938. Da/Ev.9/N. Messrs.Wilmot-Breeden Ltd., Eastern Works, Camden Street, Birmingham.1. For the attention of C.L.Breeden.Esq., Dear Sir, Re: Experimental Door Locks. As… | ||
| scan0095 | Letter from Wilmot-Breeden Ltd regarding the delivery schedule for a set of experimental door locks. | ||
| View original record | 1001 ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO HEAD OFFICES, CAMDEN ST., PHONE: CENT. 8592 (12 LINES) LONDON OFFICE & FITTING STATION SUNBEAM ROAD, CHASE ROAD, NORTH ACTON, N.W.10 PHONE: WILLESDEN 7321 (5 LINES) GRAMS:… | ||
| scan0096 | Letter to Park Ward & Co., Ltd. regarding the fitting of Leveroll and Wilmot-Breeden door locks on B.50 and B.III car bodies. | ||
| View original record | 1001 Rm3/R. 24th March, 1938. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.,Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, LONDON. N.W.10. (For the attention of Mr. Finney). Dear Sirs, Further to our conversation with you last Monday… | ||
| scan0097 | Alteration to the scuttle drain pipe on Wraith bodies and a windscreen flutter issue on Bentley III models. | ||
| View original record | 6001 also 6044 W/S - Hn. Rm/FD.11/JH.6.4.38. When mounting several of our Wraith bodies we were able to clean up the finish to the dash board carpet by altering the position of the scuttle drain pipe.… | ||
| scan0098 | Requesting a covering order for special body locks from Wilmot-Breeden Ltd. | ||
| View original record | D 1001. To Roy/Ms. from Rm/Les. c. G/JWH. Rm/Les.7/MH.7.4.38. Will you please send a covering order to Wilmot-Breeden Ltd. for 3 sets of special body locks. One set has been delivered. Order No.… | ||
| scan0099 | Letter to Wilmot Breeden Limited acknowledging receipt of body door locks and ordering further sets. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. c. Roy/Ms. - Will you please deal with this - Ev. 100/ 7th.April 1938. Da/Ev.22/N. Messrs.Wilmot Breeden Limited, Eastern Works, Camden Street, Birmingham..1. For the attention of Mr Breeden.… | ||
| scan0100 | Secret and confidential letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding sending a set of door locks for a Short Wheelbase Bentley. | ||
| View original record | c. Hn. c. Rm. c. Da. 100/1 7th.April 1938. Da/Ev.23/N. Messrs.Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. Secret & Confidential. For the attention of C.Falconer,Esq., Dear Sir, Re:… | ||
| scan0101 | Letter to Rover Co. Ltd regarding the receipt of one set of bonnet locks and the return of another. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. c. Roy/Ms. 1001 7th.April 1938. Da/Ev.21/N. S.B.Wilks Esq., The Rover Co.Limited, New Meteor Works, Coventry. Dear Sir, Very many thanks indeed for the set of four bonnet locks for the fixed… | ||
| scan0102 | Request to send an official order to Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes for one interior driving mirror. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. from Rm/FD. c.c. G/JWH. c.c. G/Mt. 1001 Rm/FD.2/NH.9.4.38. Will you pleasesend an official order to Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes for 1 interior driving mirror. This has been supplied. O/N.… | ||
| scan0103 | Letter from F. Dallin Paul regarding the features, cost, and licensing of 'The Auto Cutout' ignition switch. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE:- GERRARD-3766.. Western 8854 F. DALLIN PAUL 43, OXFORD STREET, W.1. (Car Park-Soho Square). 16th April 1938 AUTO CUTOUTS, etc. Messrs Rolls Royce Ltd., Derby. The Auto Cutout Dear Sirs, I… | ||
| scan0104 | Promotional leaflet for the 'R.L. Cutout', an electric oil pressure switch. | ||
| View original record | THE R.L. CUTOUT Patent No. 416036 is an electric switch operated by oil pressure and inserted in the ignition circuit of the car. It takes the place of an ignition warning light and an oil gauge but… | ||
| scan0105 | Advertisement leaflet for the R.L. CUTOUT and AUTO-CUTOUT, a device to ensure correct lubrication and prevent battery discharge. | ||
| View original record | Mr. FORD OWNER, Ask yourself these questions— As my car has no oil gauge, how do I know if it is properly lubricated ? Am I certain that the oil pressure of my car is 2 to 3-lbs. per square inch when… | ||
| scan0106 | Letter to F. Dallin Paul declining interest in an 'R.L. Cut Out' device. | ||
| View original record | RC / 1001 April 21st. 1938. Rm/Swdl.3/AP. F.Dallin Paul, Esq., 43 Oxford St., LONDON W.1. Dear Sir, We thank you for your letter of the 10th instl and information regarding the R.L. Cut Out. Our… | ||
| scan0107 | Letter to Wilmot Breeden Limited regarding a sample set of door locks. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. 1001? 22nd. April 1938. Da/Ev.17/N. Messrs.Wilmot Breeden Limited, Eastern Works, Camden Street, Birmingham,1. For the attention of Mr Breeden. Dear Sir, In reply to your letter of the… | ||
| scan0108 | Letter to The Rover Company Ltd. regarding plated parts and Wilmot-Breeden door locks. | ||
| View original record | 1001 Rml/R. 2nd May, 1938. Capt. S.B. Wilks, The Rover Company Ltd., New Meteor Works, C O V E N T R Y. Dear Capt. Wilks, We have sent off the plated parts you have asked for. We should like to know… | ||
| scan0109 | Letter from The Rover Company Ltd. discussing the development and experimentation of Wilmot-Breeden door locks. | ||
| View original record | 1001 . TELEPHONE 8081 (7 LINES). TELEGRAMS: ROVER,"COVENTRY." THE ROVER COMPANY LTD. COVENTRY, ENG. SBW:ME. May 3rd 1938 W.A. Robotham Esq., Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd, Derby. [Handwritten] EU [crossed… | ||
| scan0110 | Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co. Ltd regarding the selection of Everall type door locks for chassis No. 2.B.5. | ||
| View original record | PARK WARD & CO LTD COACHBUILDERS OFFICIALLY APPOINTED RETAILERS OF ROLLS ROYCE CARS (SHOWROOMS - 40 CONDUIT STREET) 473 HIGH ROAD WILLESDEN LONDON N W 10 DIRECTORS: A.T. ROBERTS W.M. PARK C.W. WARD… | ||
| scan0111 | Letter to Wilmot Breeden Limited regarding the fitting of special door locks. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. 1001. Your ref. CHS/DMK. 12th. May 1938. Da/Ev.9/G. Messrs. Wilmot Breeden Limited, Eastern Works, Camden Street, Birmingham. 1. Dear Sirs, re: Door Locks. Many thanks for your letter of the… | ||
| scan0112 | Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co. Ltd about returning W.B. Locks. | ||
| View original record | PARK WARD & CO LTD COACHBUILDERS OFFICIALLY APPOINTED RETAILERS OF ROLLS ROYCE CARS (SHOWROOMS - 40 CONDUIT STREET) 473 HIGH ROAD WILLESDEN LONDON N W 10 DIRECTORS: A.T.ROBERTS W.M.PARK C.W.WARD… | ||
| scan0113 | Communication regarding issues with door locks and division window motors. | ||
| View original record | W/S - Hn. 1021 Rm/FD.11/JH.22.2.38. re Door Locks. We have received the following news from Chateauroux regarding the door locks on 26.G.6. "During the running the backlash on the inside handles will… | ||
| scan0114 | The reverse light switch for the Bentley 111 and Bentley 50 models. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. BENTLEY 111 and BENTLEY 50. REVERSE LIGHT SWITCH. Please receive herewith FD.168 shewing the standard stop light switch adapted for use as a reverse light switch operated off the gear change… | ||
| scan0115 | Adaptation of a standard stop light switch for use as a reverse light switch on the Wraith III. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. loo1. DA.6/G.16.5.38. FDODO WRAITH 111 - REVERSE LIGHT SWITCH. Please receive PD.179 shewing the standard stop light switch adapted for use as a reverse light switch in conjunction with the… | ||
| scan0116 | Recommending the Lucas S.W.4 shaft drive windscreen wiper as an alternative to Klaxon and other makers. | ||
| View original record | 10017 By. from Rm/FD. c. to By/RD. Rm/FD.5/AP.19.1.38 WINDSCREEN WIPERS. We have no hesitation in recommending the use of the Lucas S.W.4. shaft drive wiper as an alternative to Klaxon and other… | ||
| scan0117 | Development and selection of new door locks from suppliers Wilmot-Breeden and Everall. | ||
| View original record | Copies to S/W, EY, XY, Rm, B/FD. 1001. HnS/AH.19.2.38. ------------------ DOOR LOCKS: =========== The writer visited Park Wards' works yesterday to meet Mr. Finney. The matter of the new door locks… | ||
| scan0118 | Letter to Lucas Ltd. requesting a replacement pair of wipers, without the motor, for a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | 1001 Rm/FD.14/JH. 31st May, 1937. Messrs. Lucas Ltd., Great King Street, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Edwards. Dear Sirs, We are sending our Bentley again to France in a weeks time and we want… | ||
| scan0119 | Dispatch request for two complete windscreen wipers to be sent to Messrs. Lucas in Birmingham. | ||
| View original record | To G/Mt. c. to D/BP. 100/ [handwritten] Rm/FD.15/JH.2.6.37. Will you please despatch per passenger train tonight certain 2 windscreen wipers complete to Messrs. Lucas, Birmingham, addressed for the… | ||
| scan0120 | Letter to Messrs. Lucas Ltd. regarding the despatch of two wipers and their measurements. | ||
| View original record | 1001 Experimental Dept. Rm/FD.16/JH. 2nd. June, 1937. Messrs. Lucas Ltd., Great King Street, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Poulmin. Dear Sirs, We are despatching the 2 wipers per passenger… | ||
| scan0121 | Request to send an official order for 2 Lucas T101 tail lamps for experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. c. to G/JWH. 100 | Rm/PD.2/JH.4.8.37. Please send an official order to Messrs. Globe & Simpson Ltd., Coliseum Corner, London Rd. Derby, for 2 T101 Lucas tail lamps obtained for Exptl. cars.… | ||
| scan0122 | Large mirror and poor clutch on a red coupe Wraith. | ||
| View original record | 1001 Rm/Wym. [crossed out] Rm7/R.28.10.37. The mirror on the red coupe Wraith is ridiculously large. Will you please have it changed for a smaller one. The clutch on this car is not sufficiently good… | ||
| scan0123 | Issues with the mirror and clutch on a red coupé Wraith. | ||
| View original record | 1001 Rm/Wym. Rm7/R.28.10.37. The mirror on the red coupé Wraith is ridiculously large. Will you please have it changed for a smaller one. The clutch on this car is not sufficiently good in reverse.… | ||
| scan0124 | Requesting an official order for two interior driving mirrors. | ||
| View original record | ROY. G/JWH. 1001 Rm/FD.10/JH.10.11.37. Will you please send an official order to the Derby Factoring Co. Canal Wharf, Siddals Road, Derby, for 2 interior driving mirrors, type 300 C.P. ATTACHMENT.… | ||
| scan0125 | Requesting the despatch of a Lucas windscreen wiper to Messrs. Park Ward Co. for an Experimental Body. | ||
| View original record | G/Mt. D/BP. 200B 1001 Rm/FD.8/JH.12.11.37. Will you please despatch one Lucas windscreen wiper complete in box to Messrs. Park Ward Co. Willesden, marked for the attention of Mr. Dangerfield - 1.B.5.… | ||
| scan0126 | Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the dispatch and required modification of a Lucas windscreen wiper. | ||
| View original record | Rm/FD.7/JH. 200B 1601. 12th November, 1937. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, LONDON.N.W.10. For the attention of Mr. Dangerfield. Dear Sir, We are despatching today under… | ||
| scan0127 | Outstanding account from the Derby Factoring Co. for interior driving mirrors. | ||
| View original record | Roy. G/JWH. 100/ Rm/FD.7/JH.7.12.37. Attached is account from the Derby Factoring Co. if this has not already been settled will you please have the matter attended to. O/N.52435. The order was for 2… | ||
| scan0128 | The standardization of Cornercroft Phantom III sidelamps on all chassis models, including Bentley. | ||
| View original record | Rm X1001 DI: c. REF. Hs/Rm. In. Dy/FP. E/EV. E.1/HP.26.5.36. Cornercroft Sidelamps. Some time ago we obtained Sales agreement to standardise the Phantom III sidelamps on all of our chassis models,… | ||
| scan0129 | Letter from Cornercroft Ltd. regarding the dispatch of a Number Plate for a Park Ward Phantom III Sedanca De Ville Body. | ||
| View original record | In Members Voluntary Liquidation. X1001 CORNERCROFT LTD. DIRECTORS: NORMAN RYCROFT. J. ALAN CORNER ACE TRADE MARK ACE WORKS. QUEEN VICTORIA RD., COVENTRY. TELEPHONES: COVENTRY 4123-4 MAYFAIR 1431… | ||
| scan0130 | Notice regarding the formal liquidation of Cornercroft Ltd. for reconstruction purposes. | ||
| View original record | PLEASE NOTE. The notice of liquidation is formal only for the purpose of reconstruction, since a new Company is taking over the business on Monday next, 22nd June, 1936. For and on behalf of… | ||
| scan0131 | Information about Kent's Clear View Screens. | ||
| View original record | To Hn. Hs/Rn.16/KW.1.6.35. We are being asked whether we know anything about Kent's Clear View Screens. Can you let us have any information on this. Hs/Rn. | ||
| scan0132 | The unavailability of a revolving windscreen device known as Kent's Clear View Screen. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Hn.2/MK. 4.6.35. Your Ref: Hs/Rm.16/KW.1.6.35. We remember that some years ago there was a device called Kent's Clear View Screen, but as far as we can trace, it is no longer available. We have… | ||
| scan0133 | Obtaining particulars for Kent's Clear View Screen for speed boats. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Rm Hn.18/MK. 4.6.35. With further reference to Hs/Rm.16/KW.1.6.35, since writing you by bag this morning, we ran into Mr. Arthur Bray and learned from him that Kent's Clear View Screen is still… | ||
| scan0134 | Letter from Lockheed Aircraft Corporation inquiring about the 'Kents Clear View Screen' for potential use in airplanes. | ||
| View original record | LOCKHEED Aircraft Corporation BURBANK, CALIFORNIA WN 29 MAY 1935 RECEIVED HS 5 1 8 3 5 The Rolls-Royce Company, Derby England, Gentlemen: We understand that you are installing on some of your… | ||
| scan0135 | Particulars and enquiries for Kent's Clear View Screen. | ||
| View original record | S/W. (Hs/Rm). Rm Hm.3/MK. 5. 6. 35. Kent's Clear View Screen. We are glad to say the particulars of this device duly arrived this morning and we take pleasure in enclosing them herewith. We are told… | ||
| scan0136 | Letter to Lockheed Aircraft Corporation regarding an enquiry about Kent's Clear View Screens. | ||
| View original record | Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rn.19/KW. 6th June, 1935. The Lockheed Aircraft Corporation, Burbank, California, U.S.A. Dear Sirs, Replying to your enquiry dated the 18th May regarding Kent's Clear View Screens, we… | ||
| scan0137 | Brief internal memo regarding information on Kent's Clear View Screens. | ||
| View original record | To Hn. X1001 Hs/Rm.2/KW.7.6.35. Kent's Clear View Screens. Hn.3/MK.5.6.35. Thank you for the information on Kent's Clear View Screens, which has now been passed on to the enquirer. Hs/Rm. | ||
| scan0138 | Wilmot Breedon's decision to cease production of a 'Trip' type lock due to a safety fault. | ||
| View original record | 1501 Rm. _________ Roy/Les 2/ER 28.1.39. Wilmot Breedon have decided not to produce the "Trip" type lock, samples of which we have been testing. The reason for their decision is due to the fact that… | ||
| scan0139 | Letter to Cornercroft Ltd. regarding a requirement for four screw-on wheel discs and that wing lamps should be made of 16 gauge aluminium. | ||
| View original record | 1001 & 1346 Rm/Gry.8/MH. 23rd. August, 1939. Messrs. Cornercroft Ltd., Ace Works, Queen Victoria Road, COVENTRY. For the attention of Mr. N. Rycroft. Dear Sirs, Replying to your letter reference NR/W… | ||
| scan0140 | Paper presented at a Society of Automotive Engineers meeting regarding the growing interest in vehicle direction signals. | ||
| View original record | 1001. PREPRINT.--Paper to be presented at the Annual Meeting of the Society of Automotive Engineers at the Book-Cadillac Hotel, Detroit, Mich., Jan. 15 to 19, 1940. Printed to stimulate written or… | ||
| scan0141 | The requirements, effectiveness, and different types of vehicle signaling systems. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - It seems unnecessary to dwell at length on this point as all have had the exasperating experience of driving behind the fellow who has failed to lower a window and signal his intention to turn,… | ||
| scan0142 | The development, challenges, and standardization of direction signal systems for passenger cars. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - In initiating the use of direction signals for standard equipment on passenger cars we, at Buick, were confronted with several problems -- some of which will be of interest - (1) Since none of… | ||
| scan0143 | Different flasher and control switch systems for vehicle indicators. | ||
| View original record | - 4 - depends the type of flasher to be used. Fig. 1. illustrates the flasher and circuit being used on the 1940 Buick signal. This flasher is of the combination magnetic and hot wire type, flashing… | ||
| scan0144 | Analysis of various automatic and manual turn signal mechanisms and their effectiveness. | ||
| View original record | - 5 - (2) Time controlled relays in which the signal is turned on manually when approaching a turn, and after a predetermined lapse of time turned off automatically. (3) Semi-automatic types in which… | ||
| scan0145 | Description of the mechanical operation of a steering wheel-mounted direction signal switch with a self-cancelling mechanism. | ||
| View original record | - 6 - The switch and turn off mechanism are contained in a housing just below the steering wheel hub, and the wiring concealed by a metal cover which surrounds the steering gear mast jacket and… | ||
| scan0146 | Exploded view of a steering column assembly and a wiring diagram for flashing indicators. | ||
| View original record | FIG. 9, ASSEMBLED VIEW, BRASS WASHER, 3 REQUIRED, CAM, SNAP RING, TRIGGER ROLLER, TRIGGER SPRING, SHUTTER, SPRING POST, BALL PRESSURE SPRING, DETENT ROLLER, TRIGGER, LEVER ASSEMBLY, DETENT SPRING,… | ||
| scan0147 | Wiring diagrams and operational illustrations for vehicle direction signal indicators. | ||
| View original record | FRONT, PILOT LAMPS, DIRECTION SIGNAL SWITCH, IGNITION SWITCH, FUSE, TO BATTERY, REAR, FIG. 2, FRONT, TO BATTERY, IGNITION SWITCH, FUSE, PILOT LAMP, DIRECTION SIGNAL SWITCH, REAR, FIG. 3, FIG. A, RIGHT… | ||