Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Request to acquire and test two Claudel Hobson carburetters on a Mercedes engine. | ||
| View original record | COPY To Na. from R. -5/12/14 Copy to J. Copy to Wor. for EH COPY. R4/IB31214. December 3rd. 1914. Re Claudel Hobson Carburetters. We do not know whether you can possibly manage it, but we should be… | ||
| scan0002 | Design and material composition of the Claudel Hobson carburetter in comparison to a proprietary water-jacketed design. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y 15/12/14 To Wor. for EH from R. Copy to J. COPY. R6/IB141214. December 14th. 1914. Re Claudel Hobson Carburetter. In testing the Claudel Hobson Carburetter you will remember that it is not… | ||
| scan0003 | Performance of the Claudel Hobson carburetter and awaiting experiments with induction pipes. | ||
| View original record | To Wor. for EH from R. 2. COPY R6/IB141214. complicated and costly scheme, but you will understand that a decrease in petrol consumption would justify considerable weight and complication. I… | ||
| scan0004 | Requirements and design of a new carburettor for an engine. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y [Stamped] COPY. [Handwritten in margin] X322 To E. from R. Copy to J. " " Na. " " Wor. for EH. [Handwritten] 17/12/14 R4/IB151214. December 15th. 1914. Re Carburetters. In addition to the 40… | ||
| scan0005 | Carburetter design for three-cylinder engines and a request to progress the patterns. | ||
| View original record | To E. from R. 2. COPY. R4/IB151214. easily be carried by the induction pipe with a stay from the engine. It is intended to use one carburetter with each three cylinders, and with this arrangement… | ||
| scan0006 | The issues with Claudel carburetters freezing on Renault engines and the requirement for a hot air pipe. | ||
| View original record | Wor/EHS/L161214. Sheet. 2 X1452 Claudel Carburetters. Claudel carburetters will not work with heating on the Renault engines, we had them freeze right up before we fitted hot air pipe, also it caused… | ||
| scan0007 | The testing of Claudel, Hobson carburettors on a Mercedes engine as requested by Mr. Royce. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 857. (50H) (WW.948. 13.II.14.) E.P. 7561. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (FOUR LINES). X1452 Names and Indicating letter. Initial of… | ||
| scan0008 | Report comparing a Claudel carburetter against a standard one, detailing performance data and subsequent piston failure. | ||
| View original record | From Exp. Dept. to J. R. E. Wor/EH2/D12115. 12th. January, 1915. COPY. CARBURETTERS. I have rigged up a single Claudel carburetter to a standard engine. The carburetter has a throat of 32 mm diameter.… | ||
| scan0009 | Returning undersized Sthenos carburettors and arranging a consultation with a Claudel expert. | ||
| View original record | -2- Pr the Zephyr for power. We have sent the Sthenos carburettors back as they were not large enough. Some larger ones are ordered. The Claudel always quote throat sizes, the Sthenos quote induction… | ||
| scan0010 | The suitability of the Claudel Hobson carburetter for car and aero engines. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. 16/115 To Wor. for EH from R. Copy to J. " " E. " " Na. COPY. /IB15115. January 15th. 1915. Re Claudel Hobson Carburetter. RW52 Wor/EH2/D12115. I have received your sheet with reference to… | ||
| scan0011 | The invoicing of Claudel Hobson carburetter jets for the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 637. (100H) (WW. 968. 17.11.14.) E.P. 7593. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (FOUR LINES). Names and Indicating letter. Initial of person… | ||
| scan0012 | Terms for obtaining Claudel Hobson carburettors on an approval basis. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 225A (150 H) (S.A. 132. 4-1-15) G. 0878. Wor/Mcr3/L21115. Re Claudel Hobson Carburetters X.1452 Na. for Mr Rudd. 21.1.15. In reply to your memo JR8/J20115, we were under the impression that we… | ||
| scan0013 | Clarifying the subject of a previous sheet concerned 4 carburetter jets. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 657. (100H) (W.W. 968. 17.11.14.) E.P. 7593. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (FOUR LINES). Names and Indicating letter. Initial of person… | ||
| scan0014 | Inquiring about the suitability of a Claudel Hobson 26 m/m carburetter for the standard car engine. | ||
| View original record | COPY 89/15 To Wor. for EH from R. Copy to J. R9/1Bb215. February 5th. 1915 XC 1452 I am very anxious to know whether the two-jet Claudel Hobson 26 m/m carburetter is the correct size for our standard… | ||
| scan0015 | Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding an additional lever on newly received Claudel Hobson carburetters. | ||
| View original record | Wor/Mcr10/L9215. X 1452. February 9th. 1915. Messrs H. M. Hobson Ltd., 29 Vauxhall Bridge Road, LONDON. S.W. Dear Sirs, We received a few days ago two 36 m/m Claudel Hobson carburetters, and we find… | ||
| scan0016 | Confirming the charge for four Claudel-Hobson Carburetter Jets. | ||
| View original record | Wor/Mcr6/T27115 Re Claudel-Hobson Carburetter Jets. X.1452 Na. 27.1.15. In reply to your memo. - JR26/J22115 - please note we wish to confirm that the 4 jets should be charged to O/735. p. Wor. Mcr. | ||
| scan0017 | Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the bye-pass lever on 36 m/m Claudel Hobson carburettors, which is being discarded on later models. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. H. M. HOBSON LTD., 29 Vauxhall Bridge Road, LONDON. S.W. Ref. AJC/MCW. February 10th. 1915. OC/1102 Messrs Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, Derby. Dear Sirs :- We are in receipt of your… | ||
| scan0018 | Testing a 36 m/m Claudel Hobson carburetter, comparing its performance to a standard R.R. model. | ||
| View original record | From Exp. Dept. Copies for: J. R. E. Ha. Wor/EH3/L23215. February 23rd. 1916. Re Claudel Hobson Carburetters. X.1452 We have tested the 36 m/m Claudel with a standard induction pipe and we find that… | ||
| scan0019 | Performance comparison between the standard carburetter and a Claudel carburetter, including test data. | ||
| View original record | 2. is cold and stiff without priming. The noise from a Claudel carburetter when it is running half throttle is most objectionable. The mixture is not as good at various speeds and loads as with our… | ||
| scan0020 | Discussion following tests on a Claudel Hobson carburetter, considering compression changes and potential horsepower gains. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. 23/5 To Wor. for EH from R. Copy to J. " " E. " " Na. COPY R1/IB26215. February 26th. 1915. Re Claudel Hobson Carburetters. X 14 R Thank you for your report on the two tests of the Claudel… | ||
| scan0021 | Engine compression, carburettor selection, and component choices for various aero and car engines. | ||
| View original record | To Wor. for EH from R. 2. COPY R1/IB26215. result with a higher compression. I mean by this that if the air petrol ratio for best power is, say 14 to 1 with 65 lbs., it may be 15 to 1 with 75 lbs.… | ||
| scan0022 | Required carburetter, compression, and fuel consumption specifications for 200 HP Aero Engines. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. To E. from R. Copy to J. " " Na. Hives 23/5. R2/IB26215. February 26th. 1915. COPY Re 200 HP Aero Engines. From recent tests it appears that we shall require to have a 36 m/m carburetter and… | ||
| scan0023 | Copy of a wire from Mr. Royce with instructions for engine modifications. | ||
| View original record | COPY OF WIRE RECEIVED FROM MR ROYCE 2/3/15. RE WATER CIRCULATION MEASURE WATER PRESSURE ASCERTAIN IF PUMP IS EFFICIENT OR WATER PASSAGES TOO RESTRICTED AVOID BAD HYDRAULIC SECTIONS AND LOSS OF KINETIC… | ||
| scan0024 | Extract discussing the replacement of a 36 m/m Claudel-Hobson carburetter with a smaller one for improved mixture and economy. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235 a (400 T) (S.C. 536. 15-2-16) G. 1546. EXTRACT FROM R8/IB2315 of MARCH 2nd, 1915. X.1452 - CLAUDEL-HOBSON CARBURETTERS. I have suggested in the telegram that we put on a smaller carburetter,… | ||
| scan0025 | Extract discussing the suitability of Claudel-Hobson carburetters for a governed engine. | ||
| View original record | EXTRACT FROM R3/IB7415 of APRIL 7th, 1915. RE X.1452 - CLAUDEL-HOBSON CARBURETTERS. "It will be necessary to have a governor fitted to the engine, so that it should maintain a constant speed, als also… | ||
| scan0026 | The selection of Claudel Hobson carburettors for the 225 HP engine. | ||
| View original record | COPY. To E. from R. Copy to J. " " Wor. for EH. -9415- " " Na. COPY. R11/IB8415. April 8th. 1915. Re Claudel Hobson Carburetters. For the R.R. 225 HP at 1600 revolutions, I think we should use the… | ||
| scan0027 | Extract from a communication regarding experiments with Claudel-Hobson carburetters to resolve engine missing fire. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235 A (400 T) (S C. 536. 15-2-16) G. 1545. EXTRACT FROM R1/IB16415 of APRIL 16th, 1915. RE X.1452 - CLAUDEL-HOBSON CARBURETTERS. "With reference to our telegram of this morning reading as… | ||
| scan0028 | Extract comparing the R.R. carburetter with the Claudel Hobson carburetter for aero work. | ||
| View original record | EXTRACT FROM R2/IB29415 of 29th. APRIL, 1915. X.1452. - RE CLAUDEL HOBSON CARBURETTERS. We expect the R.R. carburetter will be a lot of trouble before it is comparable with the Claudel Hobson. We are… | ||
| scan0029 | Urgent internal order for Claudel Hobson carburettors and a selection of main and low-speed jets. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A(300 H) (S.A. 442. 31-3-15) G. 1001. Wor/Mcr9/L30415. R1452 Re Claudel Hobson Carburetters. Order Office. 30.4.15. Please order 6 Claudel C.Z. 36 m/m type Main Jets :- 2. 135 2. 140 2. 145… | ||
| scan0030 | Extract discussing the performance of Claudel-Hobson carburetters, particularly regarding air intake and suction pipe length. | ||
| View original record | R.R. A 936 (400 T) (S.C. 520. 15-2-16) G. 1546. 5 EXTRACT FROM R8/IB25515 of MAY 25th, 1916. RE X.1452 - CLAUDEL-HOBSON CARBURETTERS. I do not understand what you mean by saying an alternative scheme… | ||
| scan0031 | Wire from Mr. Royce regarding the choice between Zenith and Claudel carburettors and a damaged component. | ||
| View original record | COPY OF WIRE RECEIVED FROM MR ROYCE 26/7/16. TO ROYCAR DERBY. WE ARE AWAITING FOR INFORMATION TO ENABLE US TO CHOOSE BETWEEN ZENITH AND CLAUDEL. IS THERE A DISTINCT DIFFERANCE IN DISTRIBUTION. ANGLE… | ||
| scan0032 | Design, specifications and required experiments for a Claudel-Hobson carburettor for the 'Eagle' engine. | ||
| View original record | To Ry. From E. c.c. to St. c.c. to F.A. 1/8/16 X.1482 COPY. E1/W31716. July 31st, 1916. X.2489. RE CLAUDEL-HOBSON CARBURETTER. Please receive herewith drawing No.LeC.608, shewing the features we… | ||
| scan0033 | Inquiry to Claudel Hobson Ltd. regarding the experimental fitting of two vertical carburetters to a 7.5 litre car engine. | ||
| View original record | X/1452 Expl: Dept: Hs/Rm3/LG. 19th. Nov. 1926 Messrs. Claudel Hobson Ltd., 27-29 Vauxhall Bridge Rd., London S.W.1. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Davey. We are considering experimentally fitting… | ||
| scan0034 | Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding two vertical carburetters for a 7.5 litre car engine. | ||
| View original record | CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: VICTORIA 4670. (4… | ||
| scan0035 | Various induction pipe and carburetter configurations for the Phantom model. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. E. BY. from R. c. to (BJ) Wor. AG. DA. Y/1452 RA/M20.2.27. ROLLS-ROYCE PHANTOM INDUCTION PIPE - PRESENT STD: X.8070 X.1053 X.8080 X.1452 X.5080 Agreed that this is better than many cars, some… | ||
| scan0036 | Query about making the Claudel Hobson Carburettor a standard part for production. | ||
| View original record | S/W Hs. X.145Z Cl/C15.2.28 Re Claudel Hobson Carburettor. Now that you are making this a standard on the Alpine Phantom, could it not be considered for standard production? C. | ||
| scan0037 | Running conditions and camshaft timing tests for 'SS' Engine No. SS-3. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs/ACL. c. to BJ. Wor. c. to E. DA. c. to BY. X1452 Hs/ACL1/LG20.9.28. 'SS' ENGINE. X.7090 X.7070 X.1452 X.7771 Engine No.SS-3. Running conditions. Claudel Hobson Carburetter (Eagle 1X).… | ||
| scan0038 | Report page discussing camshaft power curves, vacuum pump lubrication, and tappet adjustment. | ||
| View original record | contd :- -2- at the lower speeds. see V.423 for full comparison. It should be noted that the power curve of the 110° camshaft was taken with the nozzle E.77799 fitted in the induction pipe, whereas… | ||
| scan0039 | Questioning the performance and configuration of different carburettor types like Claudel and Solex. | ||
| View original record | X1452 To ACL. From HS/Rm. HS/Rm.3/MJ.17.9.29. X1452 x 3603. (1) A clearer explanation of why the expanding choke carburetter should not function well on the road giving HP. shewn in curve (1). (2) Is… | ||
| scan0040 | Comparison of power output from Claudel and S.U. type single jet carburettors on a P10G0 engine. | ||
| View original record | 81452 To R. from Hs/Ra. c. to Ss. Wor. c. to Da. E. c. to Hy. Hs/Ra.3/KT. 28.10.31. X1487 Y1452 POWER OUTPUT. SINGLE JET CARBURETTORS CARS. COMPARED WITH P10G0 ENGINE HIPPER TYPE. We obtained a power… | ||
| scan0041 | Photograph of a carburetor and governor assembly. | ||
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| scan0042 | Photograph of a carburetor and intake manifold assembly with a ruler placed on top for scale. | ||
| View original record | Text on ruler: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 | ||
| scan0043 | Performance comparison graph of different induction pipes and carburetors. | ||
| View original record | RM.50 COMPARISON OF 1 7/8 THROTTLE DIA S.U. ON TWO DIFFERENT INDUCTION PIPES PIPE A PIPE B EX. 112° CAMSHAFT JAPAN UNIT WITH TREPANNED VALVES HIGH LIFT ROCKERS S 13 C/R OPEN B.H.P. 90 80 70 INDUCTION… | ||
| scan0044 | Letter from H.M. Hobson Components Ltd. arranging a visit to demonstrate a carburetter as an alternative source of supply. | ||
| View original record | X1036 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. Handwritten: GRX Please note PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM - NOT TO INDIVIDUALS.… | ||
| scan0045 | List of points for discussion on car carburation and aero engine controls. | ||
| View original record | ED/AML 4.11.36. POINTS FOR DISCUSSION ON 11.11.36. 1. Car Carburation. A 27 H.P. Vauxhall car will be available to exhibit one of our carburetters installed with special type of starting shutter and… | ||
| scan0046 | Letter from H.M. Hobson Components Ltd. regarding carburetter development and testing for the Merlin engine. | ||
| View original record | 1030 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. F. DOOD We want to try this on the Carburettion G. RADCLIFFE H. M. HOBSON (AIRCRAFT AND MOTOR)… | ||
| scan0047 | Page two of a letter to E. W. Hives from the Technical Director of H. M. Hobson (Aircraft & Motor) Components, Ltd. | ||
| View original record | M E. W. Hives, Esq. Date 4.11.36. Page 2. to dinner, or afterwards, I shall be delighted. Yours sincerely, H. M. HOBSON (Aircraft & Motor) COMPONENTS, LTD., E. Dodson Technical Director. [Watermark:… | ||
| scan0048 | Points for a discussion regarding car carburation and automatic aero engine controls. | ||
| View original record | ED/AML 4.11.36. POINTS FOR DISCUSSION ON 11.11.36. 1. Car Carburation. A 27 H.P. Vauxhall car will be available to exhibit one of our carburetters installed with special type of starting shutter and… | ||
| scan0049 | Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. discussing the price competitiveness of a proposed carburetter (type N.42) following a price reduction from Stromberg Carburetter Co. | ||
| View original record | (Experimental Dept. 1030 Rm7/R. 12th February, 1937. Major T.P. Searight, Messrs. H.M. Hobson, Ltd., 47-55, The Vale, Acton, W.3. Dear Major Searight, We have your Drawing CD.318 of the carburetter… | ||
| scan0050 | Letter from H.M. Hobson to W.A. Robotham regarding the proposed 42 m/m carburetter and its potential testing. | ||
| View original record | CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. REGISTERED OFFICES & WORKS, 47-55,… | ||
| scan0051 | Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. confirming an order for 6 pairs of H.6 carburetters with a 14-day delivery time. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM EAST 1171. TELEGRAMS: FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. THE S.U. CARBURETTER CO. LTD. PROPRIETORS:- MORRIS MOTORS LTD. ADDERLEY PARK, BIRMINGHAM, 8. VISCOUNT NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN OLIVER… | ||
| scan0052 | Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding the delivery schedule for H.6 Carburetters. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM EAST 1171. TELEGRAMS: FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. 1031 THE S.U. CARBURETTER CO. LTD. PROPRIETORS:- MORRIS MOTORS LTD. VISCOUNT NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN OLIVER BODEN, O.B.E. VICE-CHAIRMAN… | ||
| scan0053 | The issue of a free of charge order for attached sheets from the S.U. Company. | ||
| View original record | 1031 To Les. c. to Les/AW. c. to G/Mt. Rm/JBD.8/JH.13.7.39. Will you please issue an official order to the S.U. Co. for the attached sheets. These have been received and should be F.O.C. O/N.52404.… | ||
| scan0054 | Letter to S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding incorrect parts supplied for H.4 and H.6 carburetters. | ||
| View original record | S 1031 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/CTS.6/JH. 19th. July, 1939. The S.U. Carburetter Co.Ltd. Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM.8. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Sirs, We are still having a little… | ||
| scan0055 | The concluding page of a typed letter expressing inconvenience. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/CTS.6/JH. 19th. July, 1939. You will appreciate that this sort of thing causes repeated unnecessary inconvenience at this end. Yours faithfully, FOR ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. | ||
| scan0056 | Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding carburetters not meeting specification. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM EAST 1171. 1031. TELEGRAMS: FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. THE S.U. CARBURETTER CO. LTD. PROPRIETORS:- MORRIS MOTORS LTD. VISCOUNT NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN OLIVER BODEN, O.B.E. VICE-CHAIRMAN… | ||
| scan0057 | Letter to the S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding carburetter needle seatings and flooding issues. | ||
| View original record | 1031 Experimental Dept. Rm/CTS.9/MH. 21st. July, 1939. The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd., Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM, 8. For the attention of Mr. Cooper. Dear Sirs, Further to our telephone conversation… | ||
| scan0058 | Letter to The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. requesting specifications for H.4 and H.6 carburetters. | ||
| View original record | The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. -2- 21st. July, 19 We would be glad if you would give these matters your attention. In the meantime, will you please let us have copies of your latest specifications for… | ||
| scan0059 | Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. addressing float chamber flow, flooding, and fork gear issues for H.4 and H.6 carburetters. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM EAST 1171. TELEGRAMS: FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. THE S.U. CARBURETTER CO. LTD. PROPRIETORS:- MORRIS MOTORS LTD. VISCOUNT NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN OLIVER BODEN O.B.E. VICE-CHAIRMAN T. C.… | ||
| scan0060 | The supply and ordering of jets. | ||
| View original record | 1031 To G/WFH/CA. from Rm/CTS. Rm/CTS.2/MH.26.7.39. In reply to your memo G/WFH/CA.14/MM.22.7.39. The quantities of jets are quite in order, these being supplied by verbal request over and above our… | ||
| scan0061 | The despatch of replacement carburetter parts to the S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 1031 To Hd/FC. from Rm/CTS. c. D/BP. Rm/CTS.8/MH.26.7.39. Will you please despatch - 12 E.V. needles. 12 each Float needles and seats to the S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. Adderley Park, Birmingham, 8.… | ||
| scan0062 | Internal request to order 24 BE3 needles from the S.U. Carburetter Co. for use on B.V. | ||
| View original record | 1031 To Les. a. to G/JWH. Rm/Swdl.11/JH.11.8.39. Will you please order 24 BE3 needles from the S.U. Carburetter Co. for use on B.V. O/N.52444. Rm/Swdl. | ||
| scan0063 | Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. requesting a print for the sizes of the XC3 needle. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM EAST 1171. TELEGRAMS: FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. THE S.U. CARBURETTER CO. LTD. PROPRIETORS:- MORRIS MOTORS LTD. VISCOUNT NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN OLIVER BODEN. O.B.E. VICE-CHAIRMAN… | ||
| scan0064 | Requesting an order be passed to the Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd. for parts with the possibility of return for credit. | ||
| View original record | 1031 To Roy. c. to G/WFH. Rm/CTS.3/JH.28.9.39. 15.9.39. With reference to your memo. G/WFH/CA.32/MG. Will you please pass an order to the Zenith Carburetter Co.Ltd. to cover the parts mentioned in… | ||
| scan0065 | Letter to S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. providing dimensions for carburetter needle X.C.3. | ||
| View original record | 1031 Rm/CTS.1/JH. 28th. September, 1939. The S.U. Carburetter Co.Ltd., Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM.8. For the attention of Mr. Cooper. Dear Sirs, A short time ago, you requested details from us of a… | ||
| scan0066 | Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. proposing a visit to demonstrate a new type of self-feeding carburetter. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM EAST 1171. TELEGRAMS: FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. 1031 THE S.U. CARBURETTER CO. LTD. PROPRIETORS:- MORRIS MOTORS LTD. VISCOUNT NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN OLIVER BODEN, O.B.E. VICE-CHAIRMAN… | ||
| scan0067 | Request to S.U. Carburettor Co. Ltd. for the supply of four types of carburettor needles with specified dimensions. | ||
| View original record | 1081 Experimental Dept., Rm/CTS.18/ML. 12.3.40. The S.U.Carburettor Co.Ltd., Best Works, Adderley Park, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, Will you please supply two pairs each of the following four needles, and… | ||
| scan0068 | Request to send an order to S.U. Carburettor Co. for 16 needles, referencing a previous letter. | ||
| View original record | 1031 Roy. Rm/CTS.10/ML.13.3.40. Will you please send an order to :- S.U.Carburettor Co., Adderley Park, Birmingham. To cover :- 16 needles. mentioned in our letter ref: Rm/CTS.18/ML. dated 12.3.40.… | ||
| scan0069 | Order be sent to The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. for various carburettor needles. | ||
| View original record | ROY. from Rm/CTS. 103/ 1205 Rm/CTS.4/JS.29.4.40. Will you please send an order to: The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd., East Works, Adderley Park, Birmingham, 8. to cover: 4 needles type RX 5. 4 " " RX 6. 4… | ||
| scan0070 | Request to S. U. Carburettor Co. Ltd. for the supply of carburettor needles with specified dimensions. | ||
| View original record | 1031 Experimental Department. Rm/CTS.8/JS.29.4.40. 29.4.40. Messrs. S. U. Carburettor Co. Ltd., East Works, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM, 8. Dear Sirs, Will you please supply two pairs each of the… | ||
| scan0071 | Letter from The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. discussing the development progress of small and large self-feeding carburetters. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM EAST 1171. TELEGRAMS: FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. C.T.S. 1631 THE S.U. CARBURETTER CO. LTD. PROPRIETORS:- MORRIS MOTORS LTD. VISCOUNT NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN W. M. W. THOMAS VICE-CHAIRMAN… | ||
| scan0072 | Letter discussing carburetter design issues and outlining future development plans. | ||
| View original record | THE S.U. CARBURETTER CO. LTD. ADDERLEY PARK, BIRMINGHAM. 8. 2. the large Carburetters it has fallen far short of this, and I do not feel that the results obtained with this low ratio are good enough… | ||
| scan0073 | Telegram requesting S.U. carburettor drawings. | ||
| View original record | +Z' 1031 SKINNER. FLEXCARBUR. BIRMINGHAM. 21.6.40. CAN YOU POSSIBLY LET US HAVE S.U. CARBURETTOR DRAWINGS BY TOMORROW. ROBOTHAM. ROYCAR. | ||
| scan0074 | Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. enclosing prints for an AVT.40/193 carburetter. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM EAST 1171. SD 1031 TELEGRAMS: FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. THE S.U. CARBURETTER CO. LTD. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS MOTORS LTD VISCOUNT NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN OLIVER BODEN, O.B.E. VICE-CHAIRMAN… | ||
| scan0075 | Request to place an order for 12 B.3.B carburettor needles from The S.U. Carburettor Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 1031 LES. from Rm/CTS. Rm/CTS.4/JMS.3.7.40. Will you please send an order to: The S.U. Carburettor Co. Ltd., East Works, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM. to cover: Needles B.3.B: 12 off. These were ordered… | ||
| scan0076 | Letter from The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding a delay in sending a drawing for a large Self-Feeding Carburetter. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM EAST 1171. TELEGRAMS: FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. THE S.U. CARBURETTER CO. LTD. PROPRIETORS- MORRIS MOTORS LTD. VISCOUNT NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN W. M. W. THOMAS VICE-CHAIRMAN T. C.… | ||
| scan0077 | Letter thanking S.U. Carburettor Co. Ltd. for a letter and prints of the AVT.40/193 carburettor. | ||
| View original record | Rm.24/ML. 10.7.40. Messrs The S.U.Carburettor Co.Ltd., Adderley Park, Birmingham. 8. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of the 24th. ult and for prints of the AVT.40/193 carburettor. We are much… | ||
| scan0078 | Record and production layout of the mock-up induction pipe and S.U. carburettors. | ||
| View original record | 1031 To Rm. c. to Rm/HH. C.T.S Jnr.1/JH.1.8.40. File B.80 3 - 1 1/2 diameter S.U. Carburetters. This scheme has been produced to provide a record and a production layout of the mock up induction pipe… | ||
| scan0079 | Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. rescheduling a meeting due to Mr. T.C. Skinner being indisposed. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM EAST 1171. TELEGRAMS: FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. 1031 THE S.U. CARBURETTER CO. LTD. PROPRIETORS:- MORRIS MOTORS LTD. VISCOUNT NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN W. M. W. THOMAS VICE-CHAIRMAN… | ||
| scan0080 | Letter to S.U. Carburettors Ltd. discussing research into carburation and fuel consumption. | ||
| View original record | File S.U. Carburettors. 1031 Rm.5/MJ,. 8.10.40. - Skinner,Esq., S.U.Carburettors Ltd., East Works, Bordesley Green Rd, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM. Dear Skinner, Though 99.9% of our efforts are… | ||
| scan0081 | Letter discussing the development of a lean-mixture device for an S.U. carburettor and arranging a meeting. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Cont'd. In consequence, we are interested to know whether you have developed any device for incorporation on an S.U. carburettor, which produces a lean mixture at part throttle. If convenient, I… | ||
| scan0082 | Letter from The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. to Mr. W.A. Robotham apologising for a delayed response and extending an invitation to visit. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM EAST 1171 TELEGRAMS: FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. 1081 THE S.U. CARBURETTER CO. LTD. PROPRIETORS> MORRIS MOTORS LTD VISCOUNT NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN W. M. W. THOMAS VICE-CHAIRMAN ADDERLEY… | ||
| scan0083 | Reference note for a letter to S.U. Carburetters Ltd regarding Petrol Injection Equipment. | ||
| View original record | 10/31 For letter dated 5th November 1940 to S.U. Carburetters Ltd, re Petrol Injection Equipment, see File No 1. ------ | ||
| scan0084 | Letter to S.U. Carburetters Ltd. arranging a visit to discuss petrol injection equipment and comparative consumption tests. | ||
| View original record | 1031 Rm.11/ET. 5th November, 1940. S.U. Carburetters Ltd., East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM. Attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Skinner, Thank you for your letter of October… | ||
| scan0085 | Letter from The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. to Mr. Robotham confirming arrangements for a meeting. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM EAST 1171. TELEGRAMS: FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. THE S.U. CARBURETTER CO. LTD. PROPRIETORS:- MORRIS MOTORS LTD. VISCOUNT NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN W. M. W. THOMAS VICE-CHAIRMAN ADDERLEY… | ||
| scan0086 | Letter to C. Skinner of The S.U. Carburettor Co. Ltd. to arrange a works visit. | ||
| View original record | File S V carburettors Rm.2/ML. 10.11.40. C.Skinner,Esq., The S.U.Carburettor Co.Ltd., Adderley Park, Birmingham.8. Dear Mr. Skinner, I would like to arrive at your works at about 10 o'clock on… | ||
| scan0087 | Letter to S.U. Carburetters Ltd. regarding petrol injection equipment and comparative consumption tests. | ||
| View original record | 1031 C O P Y. Rm.ii/ET. 5th November, 1940. S.U. Carburetters Ltd., East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, B I R M I N G H A M. Attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Skinner, Thank you for your… | ||
| scan0088 | Letter to S.U. Carburettors Ltd. outlining requirements for carburettors, a petrol pump, and an induction centre. | ||
| View original record | 1031 RM.5/ML. Carbs. 13.11.40. C.Skinner,Esq., S.U.Carburettors Ltd., East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM,8. Dear Skinner, Thank you so much for the excellent time you gave us… | ||
| scan0089 | Visit to the S.U. Company to discuss fitting carburettors to a Merlin engine. | ||
| View original record | 1031 To Jnr. from Rm/CTS. C. to Rm/Wym. Rm/TAS. VISIT TO S.U. COMPANY BIRMINGHAM. PURPOSE. 1. To discuss the practical means of fitting horizontal S.U. (chassis type) carburettors to a Merlin engine,… | ||
| scan0090 | Carburettor and intake pipe design, including S.U. horizontal and downdraught carburettors, and petrol pumps. | ||
| View original record | Rm/OTS.6/ST.14.11.40. - 2 - the predominating factor was a wave effect, the nodes of which could be adjusted to give varying effects on the intake, by adjusting the length of intake pipe. We are… | ||
| scan0091 | Carburetor issues, including sticking air valves and a comparison of materials and designs. | ||
| View original record | Rm/OTS.6/SP.14.11.40. - 3 - throttle bore of . This has now been completed but does not work well enough for S.U.s to wish to let it out of their factory. Instead of scaling up the small model, they… | ||
| scan0092 | Trial of an S.U. recommended induction pipe on a 4-cylinder engine. | ||
| View original record | FILE COPY. Jnr. from Rm. c. P. c. Rm/CTS. 1031 File Carburettors S.U. Rm/RH.3/17.11.40. INDUCTION PIPES FOR SINGLE S.U. CARBURETTORS. Attached is a print of an induction pipe which S.U. recommend for… | ||
| scan0093 | Drawing showing the recommended form of the center section of a manifold for a single carburettor 4 or 6-cylinder engine. | ||
| View original record | ALT. ALTERED FROM REASON DATE A B Rib about 3/16 1" Bore about 1" 5/8 Approximate extent of exhaust hot spotting. 1" Bore Entry Dimensions suitable to 4-cyl. Section on AB viewed in direction of… | ||
| scan0094 | Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding the delayed supply of carburetters and an enclosed stronger needle for an 8 HP Morris. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM EAST 1171 TELEGRAMS: FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. THE S.U. CARBURATTER CO. LTD. PROPRIETORS:- MORRIS MOTORS LTD VISCOUNT NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN W. M. W. THOMAS VICE-CHAIRMAN T. C. SKINNER,… | ||
| scan0095 | Letter to S.U. Carburettors discussing carburettor performance, economy, and design considerations. | ||
| View original record | 1031 Carburettors S.U. Rm.6/ML. 18.11.40. C.Skinner,Esq., Messrs S.U.Carburettors Ltd., East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM.8. Dear Mr. Skinner, Thank you for entertaining us… | ||
| scan0096 | Letter to S.U. Carburetter Co. about sticking air valves on the H.4 model carburetter. | ||
| View original record | 1031 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/CTS.6/ET. 19th November, 1940. The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd., Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM 8. Attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Sir, Further to our recent visit to your… | ||
| scan0097 | Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. discussing the weakening of fuel mixtures under cruising conditions. | ||
| View original record | Printed Text: THE S.U. CARBURETTER CO. LTD. PROPRIETORS:- MORRIS MOTORS LTD. ADDERLEY PARK, BIRMINGHAM, 8. TELEPHONE BIRMINGHAM EAST 1171 TELEGRAMS: FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. VISCOUNT NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN… | ||
| scan0098 | Tests and modifications related to carburettors, air pipes, and silencers, referencing Morris Motors. | ||
| View original record | THE S.U. CARBURETTER CO LTD ADDERLEY PARK, BIRMINGHAM. 8 - 2 - did not seem to us to offer sufficient benefit to justify complications to the carburetter and ignition system. Figures obtained by… | ||
| scan0099 | Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. discussing vacuum-controlled ignition and carburetter float chamber tilt angles. | ||
| View original record | THE S.U. CARBURETTER CO. LTD. CONTINUATION No. 3. W. A. Robotham, Esq., DERBY. The scheme we originally intended to use, had we come to the conclusion that the gain would have justified it, was to use… | ||
| scan0100 | Letter to S.U. Carburettors Ltd. regarding carburettor performance and potential modifications. | ||
| View original record | COPY TO Rm/CTS. Rm.9/ML. S.U. Carbs. 1031 3.12.40. L.Kent,Esq., S.U.Carburettors Ltd., East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM.8. Dear Mr. Kent, Thank you for your letter of the… | ||
| scan0101 | Follow-up letter to The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding sticking air valves and requesting a list of needles. | ||
| View original record | 1031 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT 19th December, 1940. Rm/CTS.5/ET. The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd., Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM 8. Attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Sir, Further to our letter dated 19th… | ||
| scan0102 | Requesting the dispatch of diaphragm units to S.U. Co. Ltd. for modification. | ||
| View original record | 1081 To Hd/FC. from Rm/MHR. Copy to D/BP. Rm/MHR.5/BT.1.1.41. Will you please despatch the accompanying diaphragm units to Mr. R.L. KENT, S.U. Co. Ltd., Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM… | ||
| scan0103 | Letter to The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding the dispatch of diaphragms for petrol pump units. | ||
| View original record | 1031 Rm/MRH7/ET. 1st January, 1941. The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd., Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM 8. For the attention of Mr. R.L. Kent. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 24th ultimo referring… | ||
| scan0104 | Letter requesting two 5x16 inch Avon tyres for a car. | ||
| View original record | 1331 Rm.4/ET. 30th December, 1940. J.G. MACKAY, Esq., AVON India Rubber Co., Ltd., MELKSHAM, Wilts. Dear Mackay, Will you please let me have two 5x16 inch Avon tyres for my car. If you will let me… | ||
| scan0105 | Letter to S.U. Carburettors Ltd. acknowledging receipt of their letter from the 9th of December. | ||
| View original record | file Carburettors SU -103/ Rm.4/ML. 13.12.40. L.Kent,Esq., Messrs S.U.Carburettors Ltd., East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM.8. Dear Mr. Kent, Thank you for your letter of the… | ||
| scan0106 | Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. discussing sticking piston trouble and float chamber design. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM EAST 1171. TELEGRAMS: FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. THE S.U. CARBURETTER CO. LTD. PROPRIETORS:- MORRIS MOTORS LTD. ADDERLEY PARK, BIRMINGHAM, 8. VISCOUNT NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN W. M. W.… | ||
| scan0107 | Letter from The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. apologising for a delayed response due to moving their plant. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM EAST 1171. TELEGRAMS: FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. THE S.U. CARBURATTER CO. LTD. PROPRIETORS:- MORRIS MOTORS LTD VISCOUNT NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN W. M. W. THOMAS VICE-CHAIRMAN T. C.… | ||
| scan0108 | Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding a lost letter and enclosing a needle chart and catalogue. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM EAST 1171 TELEGRAMS: FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. [Logo: THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS LTD] [Logo: SU REGISTERED TRADE MARK] [Logo: ENGINEERING AND ALLIED EMPLOYERS'… | ||
| scan0109 | Invoice received from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. for a pair of carburettors. | ||
| View original record | File P.H. Car. CTS 1031 Rm. G/WFH/ST.27/JE.6.1.41. We have received an invoice from the S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd., No.24592 dated 31.12.40 charging 1 pair 2½" Carburetters (1864 Body) for the sum of… | ||
| scan0110 | Request for a covering order to pay for two carburetters received from the S.U. Carburetter Co. | ||
| View original record | 1031 To Roy/AES. from Rm/CTS. Copy to G/WFH. Rm/CTS.1/ET.15.1.41. We have received from the S.U. Carburetter Co.:- 2 Carburetters (1864 body). Will you please issue a covering order and the necessary… | ||
| scan0111 | Letter to The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. discussing test results and design feedback on a special four-unit electric petrol pump. | ||
| View original record | 1031 6th February, 1941. Rm/MHR.1/ET. The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd., Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM 8. For the attention of Mr. Leslie Kent. Dear Sirs, With regard to the special… | ||
| scan0112 | Request to forward an item to the S.U. Carburetter Company for inspection and rectification. | ||
| View original record | General Stores. from Rm. 1031 Rm.10/ET.5.2.41. Please send this on the S.U. Carburetter Company, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM 8. Attention of Mr. Skinner. This is for inspection and rectification. Rm. | ||
| scan0113 | Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. discussing issues with zinc base carburetters distorting at high temperatures. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM EAST 1171. TELEGRAMS: FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. THE S.U. CARBURETTER CO. LTD. PROPRIETORS:- MORRIS MOTORS LTD. ADDERLEY PARK, BIRMINGHAM, 8. VISCOUNT NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN W. M. W.… | ||
| scan0114 | Letter to S.U. Carburetter Co. regarding throttle body distortion from zinc base castings and the potential reversion to an original type for the Bentley V. | ||
| View original record | 1081. 16th February, 1941. Rm.7/ET. T.S. SKINNER Esq., S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd., Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM 8. B.V. Dear Skinner, Thanks for your letter of the 11th instant. If the distortion of the… | ||
| scan0115 | Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding issues with zinc base die-casting distortion and pricing. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE : BIRMINGHAM EAST 1171. TELEGRAMS: FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. THE S.U. CARBURETTER CO. LTD. PROPRIETORS:- MORRIS MOTORS LTD. ADDERLEY PARK, BIRMINGHAM, 8. VISCOUNT NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN W. M. W.… | ||
| scan0116 | Recommended form of centre section of manifold for a single carburettor 4 or 6-cylinder engine, by The S.U. Co. | ||
| View original record | ALT. ALTERED FROM REASON DATE File. I.V. Carbs 1031. (EO) about 3/16" Rib. A 3/16" 1" Bore about 1" 5/8 1 Bore Entry. Approximate extent of exhaust hot spotting. B Dimensions suitable 8 HP 4-cyl.… | ||
| scan0117 | Letter to S.U. Carburetter Co. regarding a distorted throttle body on a new Bentley V production car carburettor. | ||
| View original record | Rm.7/ET. 1031 5th February, 1941. Messrs S.U. Carburetter Co., Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM 8. Attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Skinner, I am sending you under separate cover a throttle body from one of… | ||
| scan0118 | Request to S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. for various carburetters and needles for experimental work. | ||
| View original record | 1081 Expl. Dept. Rm/CTS.8/SW. 20th August, 1941. The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd., Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM 8. For the attention of Mr. Cooper. Dear Sirs, Will you please despatch by return if possible,… | ||
| scan0119 | Letter from The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding modifications to a small self-feeding carburetter. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: SOLIHULL 2271. TELEGRAMS: CARBURFLEX, BIRMINGHAM. [Handwritten Top Center] 1031 [Handwritten] C.T.S. Please return the Carb Rm THE S.U. CARBURETTER CO. LTD. PROPRIETORS - MORRIS MOTORS LTD.… | ||
| scan0120 | Letter to The S.U. Carburettor Co. regarding the return of a small self-feeding carburettor for updates. | ||
| View original record | 1031 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT Rm/UTS.6/MP. 24th November, 1941. The S.U. Carburettor Co., Ltd., Highlands Road, Shirley, BIRMINGHAM. Attention of Mr. Leslie Kent. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your… | ||
| scan0121 | Despatch note for returning a Self-Feeding Carburetter to the S.U. Carburetter Co. for modification. | ||
| View original record | To Hd/FC. c. to D/BP. Cur 1031 Rm/CTS.3/KC.24.11.41. Will you please despatch to the S. U. Carburetter Co., Ltd., Highlands Road, Shirley nr. Birmingham. 1 Self-Feeding Carburetter. Marked for the… | ||
| scan0122 | Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. regarding the return and modification of an experimental carburetter. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: SOLIHULL 2271. TELEGRAMS: CARBURFLEX, BIRMINGHAM. THE S.U. CARBURETTER CO. LTD. PROPRIETORS:- MORRIS MOTORS LTD VISCOUNT NUFFIELD, G.B.E. CHAIRMAN W. M. W. THOMAS VICE-CHAIRMAN T.C.… | ||
| scan0123 | Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. acknowledging receipt of an experimental carburetter for modifications. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: SOLIHULL 2271. TELEGRAMS: CARBURFLEX, BIRMINGHAM. [LOGO: SU REGISTERED TRADE MARK] 1031 [LOGO: THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS LTD] [LOGO: THE ENGINEERING AND ALLIED EMPLOYERS'… | ||
| scan0124 | Confirming the dispatch of two prints for a brake shoe guide (GB.5289). | ||
| View original record | 1029. To Br. (N.) from Rm/Clm. Rm/Clm.8/ET.2.4.41. Further to our memo Rm/Clm.5/ET.28.3.41, we send you herewith two prints of GB.5289, the brake shoe guide mentioned in para.4 on brakes. These pieces… | ||
| scan0125 | Request to despatch brake shoes and linings to New Hudson Ltd. for fitting. | ||
| View original record | To Hd/FC. from Rm/MHR. Copy to D/BP. 1029 Rm/MHR.1/LT.19.4.41. Will you please despatch the accompanying 4 brake shoes and 4 D.7732 linings to New Hudson Ltd., Garrison Lane, BIRMINGHAM 9. The linings… | ||
| scan0126 | Order acknowledgement slip from New Hudson Limited. | ||
| View original record | To ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY Brakes 23rd. April. 1941. Orders can only be accepted on the understanding that they are invoiced at the prices ruling at date of delivery. We are in… | ||
| scan0127 | Letter from New-Hudson Ltd. concerning an order for relining brake shoes, including price and a damaged lining. | ||
| View original record | REGISTERED TRADE MARK NEW-HUDSON Ltd 1029 TELEGRAMS: WONDER. BIRMINGHAM TELEPHONE: VIC. 2951 (8 LINES) CODES: A.B.C. 5TH EDN. BENTLEYS SOLE MANUFACTURERS OF THE GIRLING BRAKE THE BEST BRAKE IN THE… | ||
| scan0128 | Letter from British Tyre & Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a blueprint for a Brake Drum Assembly. | ||
| View original record | Brakes file 1029 TELEPHONE: BURTON-ON-TRENT 2977 (2 LINES). TELEGRAMS: "BRITGOODS, BURTON-ON-TRENT." BTR REGISTERED TRADE MARK. BRITISH TYRE & RUBBER Co. LTD. DIRECTORS: SIR WALROND SINCLAIR, K.B.E.,… | ||
| scan0129 | Requesting the despatch of brake shoes and linings to New Hudson Ltd. for fitting. | ||
| View original record | 1229 To Hd/FC. from Rm/MHR. Copy to D/BP. Rm/MHR.7/ET.28.4.41. Will you please despatch the accompanying 16 brake shoes and 18 VG.90 linings to New Hudson Ltd., Garrison Lane, BIRMINGHAM, 9. The… | ||
| scan0130 | Letter to Bowden Wires Ltd. regarding bent wire assemblies needing straightening or renewal. | ||
| View original record | 1029 Rn/MHR.2/ST. 29th April, 1941. Messrs. BOWDEN WIRES Ltd., 6, Victoria Road, Willesden Junction, LONDON N. W. 10. Dear Sirs, We have 6 Bowden wire assemblies to our drawing GB.5186, which were… | ||
| scan0131 | Letter from New Hudson Ltd. confirming the relining of 16 brake shoes with Ferodo material. | ||
| View original record | Brakes 1629 23E REGISTERED TRADE MARK NEW-HUDSON Ltd TELEGRAMS: WONDER BIRMINGHAM TELEPHONE: VIC. 2951 (8 LINES) CODES: A.B.C. 5TH EDN. BENTLEYS SOLE MANUFACTURERS OF THE GIRLING BRAKE THE BEST BRAKE… | ||
| scan0132 | Letter from Bowden (Engineers) Ltd regarding six damaged assemblies and offering to repair or replace them. | ||
| View original record | ORIGINAL PATENTEES AND MANUFACTURERS OF BOWDEN WIRE MECHANISM AND FITTINGS. TELEPHONE: WILLESDEN 2400, THREE LINES. TELEGRAMS: BOWIRELIM, PHONE, LONDON. CODES: A.B.C. 5TH EDITION, MASTER, BENTLEYS.… | ||
| scan0133 | The dispatch of five damaged Bowden wire assemblies to Messrs Bowlen for repair. | ||
| View original record | To Hd/FC. from Rm/MHR. Copy to D/BP. 1029 Rm/MHR.1/GT.6.5.41. Will you please dispatch the five accompanying Bowden wire assemblies to Messrs BOWLEN (Engineers) Ltd., Willesden Junction, LONDON N.W.… | ||
| scan0134 | Steady for rear brake shoes for the Senior Range. | ||
| View original record | 1029 To Rm. from Ev/DB. c. to Ev. c. to Rm/HH. Ev/DB.2/SW.14.5.41. Steady for Rear Brake Shoes. Senior Range. HPS/RH.4/BA.15/2.40, asks for a rear brake shoe steady mounted on the carrier plate… | ||
| scan0135 | Letter to New Hudson Ltd. regarding the relining of 16 brake shoes. | ||
| View original record | 1029 Rm/MHR.S/ET. 28th April, 1941. Messrs. New Hudson Ltd., Garrison Lane, BIRMINGHAM 9. For the attention of Mr. Roe. Dear Sirs, We are today despatching 16 brake shoes, our No.GB.3748, with 18… | ||
| scan0136 | Brake wear chart and analysis of various cars. | ||
| View original record | To: Rm. from Rm/MHR. 1029 Rm/MHR.1/RH.2. BRAKE WEAR CHART. The chart serves the dual purpose of telling us: (a) The ratio of wear both front and rear on all the cars under a variety of conditions. (b)… | ||
| scan0137 | Wider rear brakes with aluminium drums and shoes for Senior Range high-performance cars. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: Rm/HH 1029 These should be detailed Let me know when finished See MEMO RM/HH/SW24/6/41 1696 Typed: To Rm. from Ev/DB. c. to Ev. c. to Rm/HH. c. to Rm/GB. c. to Rm/MHR. Ev/DB.3/SW.28.5.41.… | ||
| scan0138 | Seizure of handbrake shafts on two chassis and a proposed solution involving the lubrication system. | ||
| View original record | 1629 To Ev/JD. c. to Rm. Rm/MHR.3.JH.30.5.41. SEIZURE OF HANDBRAKE SHAFTS. Log book reports indicate that two handbrakes have seized this winter. 8.B.V. Chassis. The operating shaft was rusty and had… | ||
| scan0139 | Front to rear brake wear ratios on various cars. | ||
| View original record | To: Rm. from Rm/MHR. 1029 Rm/MHR.1/RH.2.6.41. BRAKE WEAR CHART The chart serves the dual purpose of telling us: (a) The rates of wear both front and rear on all the cars under a variety of conditions.… | ||
| scan0140 | Secret memo discussing modifications to cure handbrake seizures. | ||
| View original record | To Ev/JD. c. to Rm. 1029 SECRET. Rm/MHR.1/JH.6.6.41. Handbrake Seizures. Further to Rm/MHR.3/JH.31.5.41. we consider that there should be a felt seal on each end of the bearing bracket GB.4982, which… | ||
| scan0141 | Letter to Automotive Products Co., Ltd. regarding the fitting of a light alloy master cylinder to an experimental car for hydraulic brakes. | ||
| View original record | 1124 Rm/MHR.3/RH. 4th July, 1941. Automotive Products Co., Ltd., Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA, Warwicks. Attention Mr.F.G.Parnell. Dear Sirs, We should like to fit a light alloy 1 1/4" dia. master… | ||
| scan0142 | Letter from Automotive Products Company Ltd. regarding the despatch of a wooden pattern for a master cylinder. | ||
| View original record | General Brakes File. 1029 AUTOMOTIVE PRODUCTS COMPANY LTD. European Distributors & Spares Depots for: HERCULES ENGINES TIMKEN AXLES 'LOCKHEED' HYDRAULIC BRAKES FULLER TRANSMISSIONS BORG & BECK… | ||
| scan0143 | Experiments and proposed modifications to eliminate judder in the rationalised braking system. | ||
| View original record | To Hm/HH. from Rm/MHR. Copy to Hm. & Ev. JUDDER ON THE RATIONALISED BRAKING SYSTEM. Numerous experiments have been made on the rationalised braking system to try and remove judder. No lining material… | ||
| scan0144 | Design notes regarding dust protection for a thrust race and modifications to an 8 arm star spring. | ||
| View original record | Rm/MHR.12/ST.21.7.41 - 2 - side. This will protect the thrust race from dust. Something will have to be done experimentally to prevent dust entering between the star spring arms. The centre of the 8… | ||
| scan0145 | Experiments to remove judder from the rationalised braking system by fitting a star spring to the servo. | ||
| View original record | 1029 To Rm/HH. from Ra/MHR. Copy to Rm. & Ev. Rm/MHR.12/ET.21.7.41. JUDDER ON THE RATIONALISED BRAKING SYSTEM. Numerous experiments have been made on the rationalised braking system to try and remove… | ||
| scan0146 | Modifications for an 8 arm star spring to prevent dust ingress and specify new dimensions. | ||
| View original record | Rm/MHR.12/ET.21.7.41 - 2 - side. This will protect the thrust race from dust. Something will have to be done experimentally to prevent dust entering between the star spring arms. The centre of the 8… | ||
| scan0147 | Schematic diagram showing a star spring on a B V servo. | ||
| View original record | PRESSURE PLATE INNER CAM LEVER ℄ SCHEME SHOWING STAR SPRING ON B V SERVO. Rm/Hw. H.R. 21-7-41. | ||
| scan0148 | Request to the Pattern Shop to produce a pattern for a combined front drum and hub in aluminium alloy. | ||
| View original record | To: Mr. Walker (Pattern Shop) c. Mr. Wheeler. c. Mr. Edwards. 1029 Rm/MHR.1/RR.14.8.41. Will you please produce a pattern for a combined front drum and hub in aluminium alloy, RG.2745. We shall send… | ||
| scan0149 | Requesting the casting of specific Lockheed pattern parts, noting a previous complaint from Lockheeds about a 50% scrap rate due to porosity. | ||
| View original record | Mr. Edwards from Rm/MHR. c. Mr. Wheeler. c. Mr. Walker. 1029. Rm/MHR.7/RH.1.9.41. Will you please cast the following all in A/C 403; Mr. Walker has the Lockheed patterns referred to :- Wheel Cylinder.… | ||
| scan0150 | Letter from Ferodo Limited confirming the production and dispatch date for required linings against specific drawing numbers. | ||
| View original record | 23F Brake File 1029 All Communications to be addressed to the Company FERODO LIMITED TELEPHONE: 250 CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH TELEGRAMS: FRICTION, PHONE, CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH. FERODO BRAKE & CLUTCH LININGS… | ||
| scan0151 | Requesting the despatch of ten castings to The Lockheed Hydraulic Brake Co. Ltd. for machining. | ||
| View original record | To: Hd/FC. from Rm/MHR. c. D/BP. Rm/MHR.4/RH.15.9.41. 1029 Will you please despatch the ten accompanying castings PR.654/1 for the attention of Mr.F.G.Parnell, to :- The Lockheed Hydraulic Brake Co.,… | ||
| scan0152 | Letter to Lockheed Hydraulic Brake Co. Ltd. regarding the handover of various castings for machining. | ||
| View original record | EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/MHR.S/RH. 15th September, 1941. Lockheed Hydraulic Brake Co., Ltd., Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA. 1029 Attention Mr.F.G.Parnell. Dear Sirs, This is to confirm that we… | ||
| scan0153 | Visit from Mr. Parnell to discuss Lockheed and Myth brake systems. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten at top: 1029.2706 Will you ring Parnell & see if he can let us have some bits to show Sg & Hs on Tuesday AM Ev/DB.7/JH.15.9.41 Typed distribution list (all struck through): To Rm. from… | ||
| scan0154 | Issues with sticking Girling expander units on experimental cars and potential solutions involving chromium plating. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/MHR. Copy to Rm/Wym. 1029 Rm/MHR.2/ET.25.9.41. STICKING OF GIRLING EXPANDER UNITS ON EXPERIMENTAL CARS ------------------------- This is a trouble that has been experienced on B.V cars… | ||
| scan0155 | Sticking Girling expander units on experimental cars and the proposed solution of chromium plating. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/MHR. Copy to Rm/Wym. 706 / 1029 Rm/MHR.2/ET.25.9.41. STICKING OF GIRLING EXPANDER UNITS ON EXPERIMENTAL CARS ----------------------- This is a trouble that has been experienced on B.V… | ||
| scan0156 | Confirmation memo to the Works Laboratory regarding the zinc plating of twelve cast iron rings. | ||
| View original record | 1029. To Mr. Aspley (Works Laboratory). Rm/MHR.2/SW.3.10.41. This is to confirm that you are going to zinc plate to 0.001" thick, the twelve Cast Iron rings which are at the Sand-blast. Also that you… | ||
| scan0157 | Sending of cast iron rings and a request to cast eleven brake drums in a special alloy. | ||
| View original record | File To Mr. Edwards. Alum Foundry. from Rm/MHR. c. to Mr. Wheeler. Rm/MHR.1/KC.20.10.41. 1029 Brake Drums. We are sending the following cast iron rings, which have been plated, to Mr. Thomas ;- 3 off… | ||
| scan0158 | Requesting the despatch of 8 brake shoes to Jack Barclay Esq. | ||
| View original record | To Hd/FC. from Rm/MHR. Copy to D/BP. 1029. Rm/MHR.14/ET.21.10.41. Will you please despatch the accompanying 8 brake shoes GB.3748 to Jack Barclay Esq., 12/13, St. George Street, Hanover Square, LONDON… | ||
| scan0159 | The return of 4-wheel cylinder castings from the Lockheed Brake Co. due to machining issues. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. Bradbury From Ra/MHR. 1029 Ra/MHR.4/ET.11.11.41. Copy to Mr. Thomas. With reference to the 4 wheel cylinder castings GB.4.MS instructed in A/C 403 by the writer in Ra/MHR.6/JH.18.7.41. These… | ||
| scan0160 | Letter declining an enquiry for blanks for brake shoes due to the tooling being specific to another firm. | ||
| View original record | 102. G. ON ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE AND AIR MINISTRY LISTS TELEPHONE: COVENTRY 2044 (7 LINES) TELEGRAMS: "COVRADCO COVENTRY" COVENTRY RADIATOR & PRESSWORK CO. LTD. CANLEY WORKS PRECOVENTRYWORK ESTB. 1886… | ||
| scan0161 | Letter to New Hudson Ltd. regarding blanks for special brake shoes required for a rig, referencing a similar type supplied for a Bentley V. | ||
| View original record | 1029 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/MHR.7/ST. 19th November, 1941. New Hudson Ltd., Garrison Lane, BIRMINGHAM, 9. Attention of Mr. Fraser. Dear Sirs, We enclose copies of recent correspondence between… | ||
| scan0162 | Letter from New-Hudson Ltd. acknowledging correspondence regarding an order for blanks for the Experimental Dept. | ||
| View original record | 102.9. REGISTERED TRADE MARK NEW-HUDSON Ltd THE BRITISH CYCLE & MOTOR CYCLE MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS UNION LTD TELEGRAMS: WONDER.BIRMINGHAM TELEPHONE: VIC. 2951 (8 LINES) CODES: A.B.C. 5TH EDN.… | ||
| scan0163 | Request to place an official order with New Hudson Ltd. for two dozen brake shoe blanks. | ||
| View original record | 1029 To Roy/AES. from Rm/MHR. Rm/MHR.12/ST.24.11.41. Will you please send an official order to New Hudson Ltd., Garrison Lane, Birmingham 9, for 2 doz. blanks for brake shoes to our drawing RG.2795.… | ||
| scan0164 | Letter to Coventry Radiator & Presswork Co., Ltd. requesting the supply of brake shoe blanks for the Bentley V. | ||
| View original record | 1029 15th November, 1941. Fm/AEHR.2/ET. The Coventry Radiator & Presswork Co., Ltd., Canley, C O V E N T R Y. Dear Sirs, We understand that, before the war, you were supplying blanks for the brake… | ||
| scan0165 | To the Development Foundry regarding casting wheel cylinders for hydraulic brakes. | ||
| View original record | Hydraulic Brakes - Chassis 1029 To Mr. Thomas, Developement Foundry. c. to Mr. Bradbury. c. to Mr. Wheeler. Rm/MHR.7/KC.8.12.41. Further to our memo Rm/MHR.4/ET. 11.11.41., with reference to GB.4178… | ||
| scan0166 | Requesting two gross of No. 7 semi-tubular copper rivets for a B.V. Servo. | ||
| View original record | 1205 102g To Roy from Rm/MHR. Rm/MHR.2/ST.30.12.41. COPPER RIVETS - B.V SERVO Will you please obtain two gross of No.7 semi-tubular rivets - 5/16" x .260" x .031" - tinmans head. We should like to… | ||
| scan0167 | Letter to Lockheed Hydraulic Brake Co. requesting the machining of four wheel cylinder castings. | ||
| View original record | 1029 Rm/MHR.2/ST. 1st January, 1942. LOCKHEED HYDRAULIC BRAKE Co., Ltd., Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA, Warwickshire. Attention of Mr. Parnell. Dear Sirs, We have now obtained four more castings of… | ||
| scan0168 | Letter from Automotive Products Company regarding their capacity to machine castings for Part No. GB.4178 due to their heavily loaded machine shop. | ||
| View original record | Hydraulic Brakes AUTOMOTIVE PRODUCTS COMPANY LTD European Distributors & Spares Depots for:- HERCULES ENGINES TIMKEN AXLES "LOCKHEED" HYDRAULIC BRAKES FULLER TRANSMISSIONS BORG & BECK CLUTCHES LAVINE… | ||
| scan0169 | Requesting the despatch of brake shoe blanks and wheel cylinder castings to Lockheed for machining. | ||
| View original record | 1029 To Hd/FC. from Rm/MHR. Copy to D/BP. Rm/MHR.7/ET.22.1.42. Will you please despatch the accompanying items to The Lockheed Hydraulic Brake Co., Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leaminton Spa, Warwickshire.… | ||
| scan0170 | Letter to Lockheed Hydraulic Brake Co., Ltd. concerning the dispatch of brake shoe blanks and cylinder castings. | ||
| View original record | 1029 Rm/MHR.6/ET 22nd January, 1942. Lockheed Hydraulic Brake Co., Ltd., Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA, Warwickshire. Attention of Mr. Parnell. Dear Sirs, We are to-day despatching to you 27 brake… | ||
| scan0171 | Letter from Automotive Products Company confirming receipt of brake shoe blanks and wheel cylinder castings for experimental brake equipment. | ||
| View original record | File: Hydraulic Chassis Brakes 1029 AUTOMOTIVE PRODUCTS COMPANY LTD European Distributors & Spares Depots for:- HERCULES ENGINES TIMKEN AXLES "LOCKHEED" HYDRAULIC BRAKES FULLER TRANSMISSIONS BORG &… | ||
| scan0172 | Solution of chromium plating brake wedges for use with aluminium casings. | ||
| View original record | Chassis 1029 To: Ev. from Rm. Rm. 2/h. 16.2.42. c. to Rm/PJH. c. To Rm/Wym. c. to Rm/MGR. B. 5. Brakes. Herewith a note from Frank Dodd, together with exhibit 'A'. The only solution I can see at the… | ||
| scan0173 | B.V. Brakes and referencing a specimen to be sent. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/MHR. Copy to Rm/FJH. Ev. Rm/Wym. 1029 Rm/MHR.3/LT.17.2.42. B.V BRAKES. (re Rm.2/h.16.2.42) This subject was discussed over the telephone two days ago with Ha/Dd, when he agreed to send… | ||
| scan0174 | Letter chasing a supplier for an overdue phosphor bronze spring plate. | ||
| View original record | Chassis Brake File 1029 Rm/MHR.3/KC. 24th February, 1942. Stainless Spining Works Ltd., 182 Miller Street, BIRMINGHAM. 6. Attention of Mr. Blake. Dear Sirs, Some three weeks ago we sent you a drawing… | ||
| scan0175 | Issues with the handbrake on the senior rationalised range freezing in snow and having excessive leverage. | ||
| View original record | 1029(4) chassis To: Ev. from Rm. Rm. 1/n. 1.3.44. c. to Wym. c. to Ev/JD. HANDBRAKES - SENIOR RATIONALISED RANGE. The recent snow conditions have emphasised the extremely unsatisfactory situation of… | ||