Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | The 8-cylinder Ford's power-to-weight ratio and its potential to compete with existing models. | ||
| View original record | X3531 R. From Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm.2/MA.5.10.32. 8 CYL. FORD AND POWER/WT RATIO. We have received the following report of the 8 cylinder Ford from Lp. we think the results are extremely interesting. This car… | ||
| scan0002 | Comparison table of car weights and required engine sizes to achieve a consistent power-to-weight ratio. | ||
| View original record | CAR. | Wt. OF CAR EMPTY. | REQUIRED ENGINE SIZE TO GIVE SAME WT RATIO. POWER | LITRES OF ENGINE/TON OF LOAD. New Ford. | 25 cwts. | 3620 cc. | 2.9 25HP R.R. | 35 cwts. | 5060 cc. | 2.9 P.II | 50 cwts.… | ||
| scan0003 | Performance figures and design philosophy of the Ford V.8 Cyl. car. | ||
| View original record | x3531. Lp. from Hs/Rn. c. to WoR. Hs/Rn.2/KT. 6.10.32. --- Ford V.8 Cyl. Many thanks for your Lp.2/LAM.3.10.32. with performance figures of the Ford. These are most interesting. We think that there is… | ||
| scan0004 | Road test report on a Ford V.8 two-seater coupe. | ||
| View original record | X3531 S/W Hs...from Bn. Copy to Sg. PN. Bn.1/WT7.11.32. The Ford V.8. This car was driven about 80 miles up the North road and back over some winding roads. The body was a two-seater coupe. This… | ||
| scan0005 | Positive and negative aspects of a Ford car. | ||
| View original record | -2- data, dimensions etc of the Ford car. The brakes on this car although smooth in action were not very powerful, and the brake-rod layout is not good, no servo of any kind is used. The general… | ||
| scan0006 | Internal memorandum discussing the impact of motor tax on car sales, referencing an increase in Ford registrations. | ||
| View original record | Y3531 To Sg. From Hs. c. to Wor. c. to C. Hs.2/WJ.23.12.32. Re. MOTOR TAX. I dare say you have seen the Ministry of Transport's Registration of Cars for October. The interesting point we have been… | ||
| scan0007 | Visit to the Dagenham factory to research the Lincoln 12 and Textolite gears. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten] R... X3V31 To WCR. from E. E.1/HP.4.7.33. c.c. Sg. Hs. By. Pn. re Visit to Dagenham. By arrangement with PN. I went down to Dagenham, as you know, on Wednesday last week, with a view to… | ||
| scan0008 | Comparative analysis of a Lincoln 12-cylinder engine's features against other designs and an internal project named 'Spectre'. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - E.1/HP.4.7.33. used by Buick, but the angle of the spiral was considerably less, not more than 15º to the axis of the wheel. On returning to London I went out with Mr Macintosh on the Lincoln,… | ||
| scan0009 | Report comparing features of Lincoln, Daimler, and Ford V.8 models, with implications for the Spectre design. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - is tucked in underneath the cylinder block, and on the driver's side of the dash the column passes somewhat between the upper part of the pedals. This arrangement does not give quite the same… | ||
| scan0010 | Visit to Dagenham regarding the use and testing of Textolite timing gears for the Ford Motor Co. | ||
| View original record | X3831 FILES: ----- 2.9.33. ----- VISIT TO DAGENHAM - 1.9.33. We visited Dagenham because they are using a Textolite type of timing gear and have been through a number of troubles with this material.… | ||
| scan0011 | The cyanide process for producing hardened gears with minimal distortion. | ||
| View original record | -2- to the applied load. In service, once having obtained the correct material, there has been very little complaint of wear. They have, however, found that with increasing engine speed, the metal… | ||
| scan0012 | Letter from Ford Motor Company Ltd. regarding trying out new products and arranging a visit. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE, REGENT 7272. TELEGRAMS, FORDMOTOR, PICCY, LONDON. CABLES: FORDMOTOR, LONDON. x 3131 FORD MOTOR COMPANY LTD. LINCOLN CAR DEPARTMENT. 88 REGENT STREET, LONDON. W.1. W A Robotham Esq Messrs… | ||
| scan0013 | Letter to Ford Motor Co. regarding a delayed order for a 10 HP Ford. | ||
| View original record | L353/ Exptl. Dept. HS/Rm.15/KW. 14th May, 1935. A.B. Mackintosh Esq., The Ford Motor Co.Ltd., 88 Regent Street, London, W.1. Dear Mr. Mackintosh, I wonder whether you could do anything for one of our… | ||
| scan0014 | Specifications and analysis of a Ford V-8 Engine, including details on balance and critical speed. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. X1104 Hs/Smth.5/KW. 27.9.35. Ford V-8 Engine. Bore 3.063 Stroke 3.750 Stroke/Bore Ratio 1.22 Capacity 221 cu.ins. 3,620 c.c. Length of Cyl.Block 19" approx. Overall width of Engine 21"… | ||
| scan0015 | Analysis of the Ford V-8 engine's design characteristics. | ||
| View original record | X1104 To Hs/Rm. Hs/Smth.5/KW.2.10.35. Ford V-8 Engine. (1) Good dynamically. Secondary forces and couples balance. 4 per rev. period estimated at about 4600 can easily be damped. (2) Due to crank… | ||
| scan0016 | Letter to Ford discussing the 12-cylinder and V8 engines, steering linkage, and pistons. | ||
| View original record | X1104 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.11/KW. 7th October, 1935. A.L. Smith, Esq., The Ford Motor Co. Ltd., Dagenham, Essex. Dear Mr. Smith, Mr. Mackintosh rang me up on Saturday to ask if you could try the… | ||
| scan0017 | Letter from Ford Motor Company Ltd acknowledging receipt of a letter addressed to Mr A R Smith. | ||
| View original record | X1104 Ford Motor Company Ltd TELEPHONE: RAINHAM 300 TELEGRAMS: FORDMOTOR,TELEX,DAGENHAM. CABLES:FORDMOTOR,DAGENHAM. DAGENHAM Essex. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE COMPANY IN YOUR REPLY… | ||
| scan0018 | Sending notes following a trial of a 12-cylinder Lincoln. | ||
| View original record | S/W. NOTE c. to S. g. " Hs. Rm X1104 Cx11/KW4.12.35. Sg has suggested I should send you a copy of the notes I made after trying the 12-cylinder Lincoln last week-end. Enc. Copy of Cx15/KW2.12.35. Cx.… | ||
| scan0019 | Driving notes and impressions on a 12-cylinder Lincoln car. | ||
| View original record | Cx15/KW2.12.35. NOTES ON 12-CYLINDER LINCOLN. Engine 46.8 h.p., 6,900 c.c. Price of complete car,Saloon, £1450. I liked this car less than the one I tried two years ago which was slightly more… | ||
| scan0020 | Critical assessment of a Lincoln chassis, covering its body, instruments, clutch, engine, and headlights. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - and the car in this respect seemed quite silent. The body, the standard American production, on the Lincoln chassis was the worst American body I have been in for some time from the point of… | ||
| scan0021 | Telex message to Fordmotor regarding the unavailability of a 20/25 model for loan. | ||
| View original record | X1104 20.12.35. MACKINTOSH, FORDMOTOR, TELEX, DAGENHAM, ESSEX. VERY SORRY NO SUITABLE UP-TO-DATE 20/25 AVAILABLE. THANKS FOR LOAN OF LINCOLN. ROBOTHAM, ROYCAR. | ||
| scan0022 | Letter from Ford Motor Company requesting a certificate of vehicle possession for audit purposes. | ||
| View original record | Ford Motor Company, Ltd. 88, Regent Street, LONDON, W.1. TELEGRAMS: FORDMOTOR, PICCY, LONDON. CABLES: FORDMOTOR, LONDON. TELEPHONE: REGENT 7272. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE COMPANY. IN… | ||
| scan0023 | Letter certifying possession of a Lincoln vehicle, property of Ford Motor Company Limited, on 31st December 1935. | ||
| View original record | SPECIMEN Messrs Mellors, Basden & Mellors 1 King John's Chambers Bridlesmithgate NOTTINGHAM Dear Sirs: We hereby certify that we had in our possession at 31st Dec 1935 the following vehicle(s), the… | ||
| scan0024 | Examination of the hot spot arrangement and carburetter features for the Lincoln Induction System. | ||
| View original record | X 1104 To Hs/Rm. Hs/Swdl.17/KW.1.1.36. Lincoln Induction System. We have examined the hot spot arrangement and carburetter on this car, which has the following features. (1) Riser portion is 2.00"… | ||
| scan0025 | Comparison of acceleration and weight figures between a Phantom III V-12 and a Lincoln V-12. | ||
| View original record | W/S - Cx. X1104 Hs/Rm.12/KW.3.1.36. Herewith some acceleration figures for the Ph.III which are compared with the Lincoln. As we have previously pointed out, these were taken with the 4 carburetter… | ||
| scan0026 | Comparison of gear ratios for the Lincoln and Phantom III 31-EX models. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Rm.12/KW.3.1.36. Gear Ratios. Lincoln Top 4.58 : 1 2nd 8.15 : 1 1st 13.35 : 1 Rev. 15.71 : 1 Ph.III 31-EX. Top 4.25 : 1 3rd 5.59 : 1 2nd 8.45 : 1 1st 12.74 : 1 Rev. 12.92 : 1 Hs/Rm. | ||
| scan0027 | Carburettor details from a borrowed Lincoln car for potential use on the Spectre model. | ||
| View original record | X1104 To E. from Hs/Rm. c. to Nor. c. to By. c. to Mx. Hs/Rm.14/EW.3.1.36. Herewith some figures on the Lincoln car which we managed to borrow from the Ford people for a short time. We managed to get… | ||
| scan0028 | Examination of the Lincoln Induction System, detailing the hot spot arrangement and carburetter features. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Swdl.17/RW.1.1.36. Lincoln Induction System. We have examined the hot spot arrangement and carburetter on this car, which has the following features. (1) Riser portion is 2.00" deep, consisting of… | ||
| scan0029 | Comparison of data for a 12-cylinder Lincoln engine. | ||
| View original record | Hs/FD.15/KW.3.1.36. Ph.III. 12-Cylinder Lincoln Data. Bore and Stroke 3.125" x 4.5" Horse Power - B.H.P. 150 165 R.A.C. Rating 46.8 50.7 Tyre size 7.00 x 18 (V-12 - 136") 7.50 x 18 (V-12 - 145) Valve… | ||
| scan0030 | Specification sheet detailing engine, chassis, and drivetrain components. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FD.15/KW.3.1.36. Crankshaft Bearings :- Length Diameter (1) 2.625" 1.5" (2) 1.00" 2.25" (3) 1.00" 2.25" (4) .625" 2.25" (5) 1.875" 1.25" Timing chain: width 1.500" - 104 links, automatic… | ||
| scan0031 | Specifications for springs, clutch, steering wheel, and engine components. | ||
| View original record | -3- Hs/FD.15/KW.3.1.35. Springs. Front 42" long 2.25" wide No. of leaves 14 all bodies Rear 58" long (V-12 - 136) 62" long (V-12 - 145) 2.5" wide No. of leaves 8, 9, or 10, depending on type of body.… | ||
| scan0032 | Performance and specification comparison between a Lincoln V-12 and a Phantom III V-12 (31-EX). | ||
| View original record | -4- Hs/FD.15/KN.3.1.36. Comparison with Ph.III - 31-EX. Complete car weight, full of petrol, spares, tools etc. Lincoln V-12 Ph.III V-12 T. c. qrs. lbs. T. c. qrs. lbs. Front 1 7 0 14 1 3 0 7 Rear 1 8… | ||
| scan0033 | Cover letter to The Ford Motor Company Ltd. enclosing a copy of another letter. | ||
| View original record | X1104 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.23/KW. 3rd January, 1935. Messrs. The Ford Motor Company Ltd., 88, Regent Street, London, W.1. Dear Sirs, We enclose herewith copy of a letter which we have to-day addressed… | ||
| scan0034 | Letter certifying possession of a Lincoln vehicle owned by Ford Motor Company Limited. | ||
| View original record | Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.22/KW. 3rd January, 1936. Messrs. Mellors, Basden & Mellors, 1, King John's Chambers, Bridlesmithgate, Nottingham. Dear Sirs, We hereby certify that we had in our possession at 31st… | ||
| scan0035 | Comparing the performance of a Ford V-8 car with a Bentley and a Cadillac. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. & Wor. c. to E. X 1104 Hs/Rm.3/KW.7.1.36. The Ford V-8. The Ford motor Company very kindly lent us a car for a few days. The attached figures indicate its performance. They are particularly… | ||
| scan0036 | Specification sheet for a V-8 Ford vehicle. | ||
| View original record | Hs/FD.4/KW.W.1.36. V-8 Ford Data. Engine. 90 degrees 8-cylinder V. type. Bore 3.0625" (77.78 m.m.) Stroke 3.75 (92.25 m.m.) Cubic Capacity 220 cu.ins. (3621.5 c.c's). R.A.C. Rating - 30 H.P. Sump… | ||
| scan0037 | List of vehicle specifications including dimensions, suspension, and tyre details. | ||
| View original record | -2- Springs - transverse semi-elliptic front and rear. Shock Absorbers - automatic hydraulic front and rear. Tyres 6" x 16" pressure 30 lbs. per sq.in. Wheelbase - 112 inches. Track - 56 " Ground… | ||
| scan0038 | Performance data comparison between a Ford V-8, a 3.5' bore Bentley, and a Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | -3- Hs/FD.4/KW.7.1.36. Comparison with V-8 Ford, 30 HP: 3.5" bore Bentley, and Ph.III. Complete Car Weight, full of petrol, spares, tools etc. Ford V-8 30 HP. | Bentley 3.5 bore, 29 HP. | Ph.III, 51… | ||
| scan0039 | Telegram received by telephone requesting the return of a Ford. | ||
| View original record | R. 144A—6 Bks. 84237 6/35 W.H.K. ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 10-42 Date: 7/1/36 To: Roycar By: YS from: London Y 10.27 12 Message: can you return Ford to us… | ||
| scan0040 | Telegram to Ford Motor in London about the return of a loaned Ford vehicle. | ||
| View original record | X1104 7.1.36. FORDMOTOR, LONDON . MACKINTOSH WILL RETURN FORD TO-MORROW AFTERNOON MANY THANKS FOR LOAN WRITING. ROBOTHAM, ROYCAR. | ||
| scan0041 | Letter from Ford Motor Company requesting the return of a loaned Ford V-8 car. | ||
| View original record | X1104 Ford Motor Company, Ltd. 88, Regent Street, LONDON, W.1. TELEGRAMS: FORDMOTOR, PICCY, LONDON. CABLES: FORDMOTOR, LONDON. TELEPHONE: REGENT 7272. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE COMPANY… | ||
| scan0042 | Telegram from Fordmotor London to Roycar Derby requesting the return of a Ford. | ||
| View original record | TELEGRAM TO ROYCAR DERBY 10.27 am ET 7 Jan 1936 CAN YOU RETURN FORD TO US TOMORROW PLEASE FORDMOTOR LONDON | ||
| scan0043 | Letter to Ford Motor Co. providing a candid criticism of the Lincoln and Ford V-8 cars. | ||
| View original record | X1104 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.5/KW. 10th January, 1936. A.B. Mackintosh Esq., The Ford Motor Co.Ltd., 88, Regent Street, London, W.1. Dear Mackintosh, I am very much indebted to the Ford Motor Co. for… | ||
| scan0044 | Performance comparison between a Lincoln and a Phantom III, including hill climb, acceleration times and gear ratios. | ||
| View original record | -2- Though the engine was remarkably quiet and unobtrusive when idling, it became rather fierce when doing collar work at speed. I know you will be interested in some comparisons between the Lincoln… | ||
| scan0045 | Reviewing the performance and handling of a Ford V-8. | ||
| View original record | -3- Hs/Rm.5/KW.10.1.36. FORD V-8. With regard to this car, I must say everyone who tried it agreed that it was a remarkable proposition for the money. It is really an exceedingly handy little car, and… | ||
| scan0046 | Performance data for a Ford V-8, including weight, hill climb time, acceleration, and gear ratios. | ||
| View original record | -4- Hs/Rm.5/KW.10.1.36. FORD V-8. Complete car weight, full of petrol spares, tools, etc. cwts. qrs. lbs. 28 0 14 Ticknall Hill. 56.5 secs. Accelerations - Top Gear. 10 - 30 8.0 secs. 10 - 40 12.1 "… | ||
| scan0047 | Comparison of acceleration figures for the Phantom III, Ford V-8, and Lincoln cars. | ||
| View original record | W/P - Sr. X1104 Hs/Rm.15/KW.14.1.36. in X 300 Replying to your Sr/Dn.12/MLG.9.1.36, we give below acceleration figures for the Ph.III, Ford V-8, and Lincoln cars :- Ph.III Ford V-8 Lincoln 10 - 30… | ||
| scan0048 | Letter from Ford Motor Company's Lincoln Department regarding a Lincoln car's performance and comparison. | ||
| View original record | X1104 TELEPHONE: REGENT 7272. TELEGRAMS: FORDMOTOR, PICCY, LONDON. CABLES: FORDMOTOR, LONDON. FORD MOTOR COMPANY LTD. LINCOLN CAR DEPARTMENT. 88 REGENT STREET, LONDON, W1. W A Robotham Esq Rolls Royce… | ||
| scan0049 | Critical trial report on the Lincoln Zephyr, comparing it unfavorably to other American cars. | ||
| View original record | HS GRx X1104 To-Wor. from-Sg. re Lincoln Zephyr. Sg7/E30.5.36 Copy to E.Hs.G.Cx. On Friday last C., Cx. and I had one of these cars out for trial. We quickly came to the conclusion that it was easily… | ||
| scan0050 | Cost and time breakdown for the Model '48' Rear Axle assembly. | ||
| View original record | Ford X 1065 26 Aug 1936 MODEL "48" REAR AXLE Part No. Material Cost s. d. Minutes 48-4235 1 2 29-1/2 half shaft 48-4016 2 8 4-1/2 tube centre flange 48-4015 1 0 4-1/2 tube 48-4018 1 3 9 tube outer… | ||
| scan0051 | Letter to Ford Motor Company requesting a factory visit to observe their sand-blasting system and inquire about gear production methods. | ||
| View original record | (Experimental Dept.) 1058 Rm6/R. 7th December, 1936. A.R. Smith, Esq., General Manager, Messrs. Ford Motor Company, Ltd., Dagenham, ESSEX. Dear Mr. Smith, One of our Production Engineers is… | ||
| scan0052 | Letter from Ford Motor Company inviting Rolls-Royce engineers to view their sand blasting and cyanided gear production methods. | ||
| View original record | 1065. Ford Motor Company, Ltd. DAGENHAM, ESSEX. TELEPHONE, RAINHAM 3000. 8 Dec 1936 A-1 W A Robotham Esq Messrs Rolls-Royce Limited DERBY Dear Mr Robotham: Thank you for your letter of the 7th… | ||
| scan0053 | Letter to Ford Motor Company regarding a visit to discuss cyanided hardened gears and a sand-blasting plant. | ||
| View original record | 1065. (Experimental Dept.) Rm6/R. 9th December, 1936. A.R. Smith, Esq., General Manager, Ford Motor Company, Ltd., Dagenham, ESSEX. Dear Mr. Smith, Thank you for your letter of December 8th. I would… | ||
| scan0054 | Letter from Ford Motor Company providing dimensional limits for V-8 and 10 HP engine valve inserts. | ||
| View original record | 1065. Ford Motor Company, Ltd. DAGENHAM, ESSEX. TELEPHONE, RAINHAM 3000. 16 Dec 1936 A-1 W A Robotham Esq Messrs Rolls-Royce Limited DERBY Dear Mr Robotham: For your private information, enclosed are… | ||
| scan0055 | Outlining an experiment to test the claims of cyanide hardening for gears. | ||
| View original record | 1065 HPS. from Rm. c. to Hs. c. to RHC. Rm7/R.17.12.36. CYANIDE HARDENING OF GEARS. The object of this experiment is to ascertain whether the claims for this steel can be substantiated. Cyanide… | ||
| scan0056 | Specifications for timing gears, including steel composition, hardening processes, and collaboration with Ford's. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm7/R.17.12.36. One set of timing gears should be ground before hardening, the other set shaved. Ford's have agreed to do all the necessary cyanide hardening, etc., so that the experiment will not… | ||
| scan0057 | Internal memorandum regarding the delivery of car 36-EX Ph.III to the Works Manager of Fords Dagenham. | ||
| View original record | 1065. W/L.H. - JLE. Rm/FD.5/JH.17.12.36. I am bringing 36-EX Ph.III to Lillie Hall tonight. Rm. would like you to arrange for a driver to deliver this car to Mr. Smith Works Manager of Fords Dagenham… | ||
| scan0058 | Letter to Ford Motor Company confirming arrangements for a Phantom III car. | ||
| View original record | 1663 (Experimental Dept.) Rmll/R. 17th December, 1936. A.R. Smith, Esq., General Manager, Messrs. Ford Motor Company, Ltd., Dagenham, ESSEX. Dear Mr. Smith, Confirming our telephone conversation… | ||
| scan0059 | Letter from Ford Motor Company, Ltd. confirming the arrival of a Phantom III car. | ||
| View original record | 1065 Ford Motor Company, Ltd. DAGENHAM, ESSEX. TELEPHONE, RAINHAM 3000. 18 Dec 1936 A-1 W A Robotham Esq Messrs Rolls-Royce Limited DERBY Dear Mr Robotham: The Phantom lll duly arrived, and will be… | ||
| scan0060 | Specification for Low Carbon Air Hardening Nickel Chrome Steel for carburizing, noted for use in Phantom III reverse gears and shafts. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten (top left): Reverse Driving Gear. 1st spd. gear! Reverse gears & shaft } Ph III Typed Text: August 1st, 1922. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. Specification No. 236. MATERIAL. Low Carbon Air Hardening… | ||
| scan0061 | Specification for 5% Nickel Case Hardening Steel (High Nickel Content). | ||
| View original record | 64lls ROLLS - ROYCE LTD. SPECIFICATION NO.207C. MATERIAL. 5% Nickel Case Hardening Steel (High Nickel Content). ANALYSIS. Carbon 0.10% to 0.15% Manganese 0.30% to 0.40% Silicon Not more than 0.30%… | ||
| scan0062 | Steel analysis chart detailing chemical compositions and identification colours. | ||
| View original record | TYPE OF STEEL COPPER-SILICON STEEL #1 COPPER-SILICON STEEL #3 COPPER-SILICON STEEL #4 (GREENBURN) COPPER-SILICON STEEL #5 (CHERTBURN) AL EE-SELECT E.E. NON-SHRINK E.E. 3% NICKEL CHROME E.E.E. (SELECT)… | ||
| scan0063 | Specifications and heat treatment instructions for Ford Steel suitable for gears. | ||
| View original record | Ford file 1065 FORD STEEL. Can be obtained from Samuel Fox, which is suitable for gears that are to be cyanided. Mr. Bolsover is the Chief Chemist. Grain structure to be held within a range of 6 to 8,… | ||
| scan0064 | Letter to Ford Motor Co. Ltd. requesting information about their process for fitting valve inserts. | ||
| View original record | FO 1065 Experimental Department 19th December 1936. Rm/Swdl.3/AP. A.R.Smith Esq., Messrs Ford Motor Co.Ltd., Dagenham, ESSEX Dear Sir, Regarding the information concerning the interference fits for… | ||
| scan0065 | Comparison table of mechanical properties for Asarcoloy No.7 and Babbitt cadmium-nickel bearing alloys at various temperatures. | ||
| View original record | 1065. CADMIUM-NICKEL BEARING ALLOY. | | Asarcoloy No.7. | Babbitt. | |---|---|---| | Brinell hardness at......... 82 deg.F. | 33 | 24 | | " " " ......... 212 " F. | 22 | 12 | | " " " ......... 390 "… | ||
| scan0066 | Letter from Ford Motor Company regarding the chemical composition analysis of American Gear Steels S.A.E. 3435, 3440, and 3450. | ||
| View original record | 1065 C O P Y. FORD MOTOR COMPANY LTD., DAGENHAM, ESSEX. Dept. A-5 W.A. Robotham, Esq., Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby. 3 May 1934. Dear Mr. Robotham, In reply to your letter of the 24th ultimo on the… | ||
| scan0067 | Letter from Ford Motor Company detailing steel composition and heat treatment suggestions. | ||
| View original record | -2- Carbon .38/.42% Manganese .65/.80% Chromium .90/1.1% Silicon .10/.20% Phosphorus .03% max. Sulphur .04% max. The normalising temperature for such a steel is between 1650-1750 deg.Fah. followed by… | ||
| scan0068 | Letter from Ford Motor Company regarding the return of a loaned Phantom lll vehicle. | ||
| View original record | 1065 Ford Motor Company, Ltd. DAGENHAM, ESSEX. TELEPHONE, RAINHAM 3000. 21 Dec 1936 A-5 W A Robotham Esq Messrs Rolls-Royce Limited DERBY Dear Mr Robotham: The Phantom lll is returned herewith as… | ||
| scan0069 | Letter from Ford Motor Company giving feedback on a Phantom III test drive. | ||
| View original record | Noted AHS Please Note Noted E 1065. Ford Motor Company, Ltd. DAGENHAM, ESSEX. TELEPHONE, RAINHAM 3000. 22 Dec 1936 A-1 W A Robotham Esq Messrs Rolls-Royce Limited DERBY Dear Mr Robotham: Many thanks… | ||
| scan0070 | Letter from Ford Motor Company concerning valve inserts and confidential blueprints. | ||
| View original record | Ford Motor Company Ltd. DAGENHAM Essex. TELEPHONE: RAINHAM 3000 TELEGRAMS: FORDMOTOR, TELEX, DAGENHAM. CABLES: FORDMOTOR, DAGENHAM. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE COMPANY. IN YOUR REPLY… | ||
| scan0071 | Letter to Ford Motor Co., Ltd. regarding prints of valve inserts and cylinder dimensions for an experimental unit. | ||
| View original record | 1065. (Experimental Dept.) Rm/Swd1.9/R. 6th January, 1936. A.R. Smith, Esq., Messrs. Ford Motor Co.,Ltd., Dagenham, Essex. Dear Sir, We thank you for your letter of the 23rd December enclosing prints… | ||
| scan0072 | Design and performance of a 22 HP Ford Engine. | ||
| View original record | For Files 1065 Ds. c. Rm. E/JNR. E/McS. E.1/HP.18.1.37. re 22 HP. Ford Engine. The current number of Automotive Industries shows the drawings of the above power unit. The general design is… | ||
| scan0073 | Letter to Ford Motor Co. arranging a visit for an engineer to study equipment and methods. | ||
| View original record | 1065. (Experimental Dept.) Rm8/R. 19th January, 1937. A.R. Smith, Esq., Messrs. Ford Motor Co.,Ltd., Dagenham, ESSEX. Dear Mr. Smith, Last time you were at Dagenham you very kindly said that if at any… | ||
| scan0074 | Letter to Ford Motor Co. regarding drawings and the cyanide hardening of gear wheels. | ||
| View original record | (Experimental Dept.) Rm/Gry13/R. 22nd January, 1937. A.R. Smith, Esq., Messrs. Ford Motor Co.,Ltd., Dagenham, Essex. Dear Mr. Smith, Thank you for your letter of the 21st. We send you herewith… | ||
| scan0075 | Letter from Ford Motor Company regarding a visit to study equipment and details on gear heat treatment. | ||
| View original record | Ford Motor Company, Ltd. DAGENHAM, ESSEX. TELEPHONE, RAINHAM 3000. 1065 21 Jan 1937 W A Robotham Esq Messrs Rolls Royce Ltd DERBY Dear Mr Robotham: In reply to your letter of the 19th instant, we are… | ||
| scan0076 | Characteristics of Ford's cast crankshafts, particularly their balance and rigidity. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Rm. c. to E. c. to By. c. to RHC. 1065 FORD CRANKSHAFTS. In view of the fact that the Ford crankshaft is cast, it must frequently have many times the out-of-balance of our own. Bearing this… | ||
| scan0077 | Visit to Ford Motor Co. to inspect their method of balancing crankshafts. | ||
| View original record | 1065 Hs from Rm/Swdl. c to E. c to By. c to RHC. Rm/Swdl.8/M.16.2.37. Visit to Ford Motor Co. The main object of the visit was to inspect their method of balancing the crankshaft. Following the… | ||
| scan0078 | Description of the procedure for balancing a V8 crankshaft using various machines. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - also the amount is shown by a vernier scale. From an attached chart the out of balance moment is converted into holes as drilled in the balance weights and states the number and the depth.… | ||
| scan0079 | Crankshaft stiffness, bearing materials, and valve springs for a V8 engine. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - They stressed the point of crankshaft stiffness and though their V8 is a much shorter shaft than the Bentley and 25/30 the journal diameter is 2.400 against our 2.250, the crankpins being… | ||
| scan0080 | Letter to Ford Motor Company thanking them for gear cyaniding and requesting information on the reliability of Autopulse petrol pumps. | ||
| View original record | 1065. Rm/Gryll/R. 2nd April, 1937. F.W. Howard, Esq., Ford Motor Company Ltd., Dagenham, ESSEX. Dear Mr. Howard, I must apologise for not having said "Thank you" before for the Gear Cyaniding you did… | ||
| scan0081 | Promotional brochure for the Ford V-8 car highlighting its comfort, spacious interior and Centre-poise ride. | ||
| View original record | THE EASIEST RIDE IN THE ROOMIEST, MOST COMFORTABLE FORD CAR EVER BUILT Wider, roomier bodies combine with Centre-poise Riding to produce the marvellous comfort of the new Ford V-8. Front seats have… | ||
| scan0082 | Comparison document detailing the 'Centre-poise Riding' engineering principles of the Ford V-8, with a handwritten note referencing a Rolls-Royce Wraith. | ||
| View original record | TO WRAITH DASH 39" TO FORD DASH YOU ARE POISED BETWEEN THE SPRINGS IN THE NEW FORD V-8 The Ford V-8 has made history. More than one million have been built—impressive evidence of Ford V-8 economy and… | ||
| scan0083 | Letter from Ford Motor Company declining to provide an opinion on electrically operated petrol pumps. | ||
| View original record | Ford Motor Company, Ltd. DAGENHAM Essex. TELEPHONE: RAINHAM 3000. TELEGRAMS: FORDMOTOR, TELEX, DAGENHAM. CABLES: FORDMOTOR, DAGENHAM. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE COMPANY IN YOUR REPLY… | ||
| scan0084 | Letter to Ford Motor Company regarding a visit to discuss differences in American and English factory production methods. | ||
| View original record | 10605. Rml/R. 11th May, 1937. A.R. Smith, Esq., Messrs. Ford Motor Co.,Ltd., Dagenham, ESSEX. Dear Mr. Smith, Mr. R. Royce who went over to the United States with me to study Factory Management, would… | ||
| scan0085 | Letter to Ford Motor Co. Ltd. proposing a visit to discuss a new cast steel crankshaft design. | ||
| View original record | 1065' August 26th 1937 Rm.6/AP. A.R.Smith Esq., Messrs Ford Motor Co.Ltd., Dagenham, ESSEX Dear Mr.Smith, We have recently produced a crankshaft design which lends itself particularly well to cast… | ||
| scan0086 | Letter from Ford Motor Company concerning a foundry visit for crankshaft casting. | ||
| View original record | Ford Motor Company, Ltd. 1060 DAGENHAM, ESSEX. TELEPHONE, RAINHAM ▇▇▇▇ 3000. W A Robotham Esq., Messrs Rolls-Royce Ltd. Derby 30 Aug 1937 A-1. Dear Mr Robotham: In reply to your letter of the 26th… | ||
| scan0087 | Letter to the General Manager of Ford Motor Company regarding a visit to their foundry. | ||
| View original record | 1065 Rm3/R. 31st August, 1937. A.R. Smith, Esq., General Manager, Ford Motor Company, Ltd., DAGENHAM. Dear Mr. Smith, Thank you so much for your letter of 30th August, and for your promise to allow… | ||
| scan0088 | Letter from Ford Motor Company Ltd arranging a visit to their new foundry. | ||
| View original record | Ford Motor Company Ltd. 1065. DAGENHAM Essex. TELEPHONE: RAINHAM 3000. TELEGRAMS: FORDMOTOR, TELEX, DAGENHAM. CABLES: FORDMOTOR, DAGENHAM. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE COMPANY. IN YOUR… | ||
| scan0089 | Letter to Ford Motor Company arranging a visit from the Foundry Manager. | ||
| View original record | 1065 Rm6/R. 3rd Sept., 1937. F.W. Haward, Esq., Ford Motor Company Ltd., Dagenham, ESSEX. Dear Sir, We thank you for your letter dated the 2nd instant. Our Foundry Manager, Mr.Vickers, will arrive at… | ||
| scan0090 | Letter to Ford Motor Co. enquiring about details of the forked connecting rods used in the Lincoln car. | ||
| View original record | 1065 Rm5/R. 21st January, 1938. A.R. Smith, Esq., Ford Motor Co.,Ltd., Dagenham, Essex. Dear Mr. Smith, When the Lincoln was first produced, we believe the connecting rods used were of the forked… | ||
| scan0091 | Letter from Ford Motor Company responding to a request for details on a Lincoln connecting rod. | ||
| View original record | 1065. Ford Motor Company, Ltd. DAGENHAM, ESSEX. 25 Jan 1938 A-5 W A Robotham Esq. Messrs Rolls-Royce Ltd. DERBY Dear Sir: Mr A R Smith is at present in the United States, and, therefore, the… | ||
| scan0092 | Letter to Ford Motor Company regarding obtaining a connecting rod from Lincoln Cars Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 1065 Rm3/R. 26th January, 1938. Messrs. Ford Motor Company, Ltd., DAGENHAM. Essex. (For the attention of Mr. F.W. Howard). Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of January 25th. We are very much… | ||
| scan0093 | Letter to Ford Motor Co. requesting to borrow a Lincoln-Zephyr car for standardised performance tests. | ||
| View original record | 1065 Rmll/R. 20th June, 1938. A.R. Smith, Esq., Messrs. Ford Motor Co.,Ltd., Dagenham, ESSEX. Dear Mr. Smith, I would very much like to get hold of a Lincoln-Zephyr car which has been well run in, and… | ||
| scan0094 | Letter from Ford Motor Company regarding an inquiry about a Lincoln Zephyr car. | ||
| View original record | 1065 Ford Motor Company, Ltd. DAGENHAM, ESSEX. 21 June 1938 A-1 W A Robotham Esq Messrs Rolls-Royce Limited DERBY Dear Mr Robotham: In reply to your letter of the 20th instant re Lincoln Zephyr car;… | ||
| scan0095 | Request to Ford Motor Co. to borrow a Ford V.8 for testing purposes. | ||
| View original record | 1065 Rml/R. 24th June, 1938. A.R. Smith, Esq., Messrs. Ford Motor Co.,Ltd., Dagenham, ESSEX. Dear Mr. Smith, I have now heard from the Lincoln Zephyr Agents, and, unfortunately, they have no car which… | ||
| scan0096 | Letter from Ford Motor Company regarding the loan of a 'V-8' model for testing, with handwritten notes outlining the required tests. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten notes: WALLER. noted. g.w. WE WANT TO GET 'DYNO', WINDAGE, LAP SPEEDS OF THIS CAR. Wystu [signature] 1060 Rm [initials] Ailee [signature] Printed Letterhead: Ford Motor Company, Ltd.… | ||
| scan0097 | Letter to A.R. Smith of Ford Motor Co. regarding the loan of a Ford car for testing. | ||
| View original record | 1065 Rm3/R. 29th June, 1938. A.R. Smith, Esq., Ford Motor Co.,Ltd., Dagenham, ESSEX. Dear Mr. Smith, Thank you very much for the offer of the loan of a Ford car. I shall be away from the Works next… | ||
| scan0098 | Letter from Ford Motor Company regarding the loan of a V8 Ford car. | ||
| View original record | 1065 Ford Motor Company, Ltd. DAGENHAM Essex. TELEPHONE: RAINHAM 3000. TELEGRAMS: FORDMOTOR, TELEX, DAGENHAM. CABLES: FORDMOTOR, DAGENHAM. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE COMPANY. IN YOUR… | ||
| scan0099 | Letter to F.W. Haward of Ford Motor Company Ltd. arranging the collection of a Ford car from Briggs Motor Bodies. | ||
| View original record | 1065 Rm4/R. 19th July, 1938. F.W. Haward, Esq., Messrs. Ford Motor Company Ltd., Dagenham, ESSEX. Dear Mr. Haward, We shall be at Briggs Motor Bodies to-morrow, July 20th, and hope to collect the Ford… | ||
| scan0100 | Suspension specifications for a 30 HP Ford V.8 Saloon. | ||
| View original record | 1065 30 H.P. FORD V.8 SALOON. July 22nd. 1938. Front spring rating 195 lb/in. Rear spring rating 165 lb/in. Front roll rating 86 lb/in. Rear roll rating 97 lb/in. Front static deflection 3.5 in. Rear… | ||
| scan0101 | Letter to Ford Motor Company regarding a potential delay in returning a loaned test vehicle. | ||
| View original record | 1065 Rm9/R. 22nd July, 1938. F.W. Haward, Esq., Messrs. Ford Motor Company Ltd., Dagenham, ESSEX. Dear Mr. Haward, With reference to the Ford car which you so kindly loaned us on Thursday, we hope to… | ||
| scan0102 | Letter from Ford Motor Company regarding the retention of a V8 car for testing. | ||
| View original record | 1065 Ford Motor Company, Ltd. DAGENHAM, ESSEX. 25 Jul 1938 A-5 W A Robotham Esq Messrs Rolls-Royce Limited DERBY Dear Sir: In reply to your letter of the 22nd instant, it will be quite in order for… | ||
| scan0103 | Letter to Ford Motor Company thanking them for the loan of a car which is performing well. | ||
| View original record | 1065 Rm.10/MH. 28th. July 1938. F.W.Haward, Esq., Messrs. Ford Motor Company Ltd., Dagenham, ESSEX. Dear Mr. Haward, Many thanks for your letter of 25th. July. We note what you say and will return the… | ||
| scan0104 | Comparative table of performance data for various cars, including weight, speed, and wind resistance metrics. | ||
| View original record | 1065 CAR. TOTAL WT. 2 PASS: ROAD WHEEL HP. AT MAX. LAP SPEED. MAX. LAP SPEED. WEIGHT ON FRONT WHEELS TONS. FRONTAL AREA OF CAR SQ. FT. Windage Resi. Factor @ /M.P.H.² C FRONTAL AREA OR SPECIFIC WIND… | ||
| scan0105 | Road test report from 'The Autocar' magazine for the 30 HP Ford V8 Saloon. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten note at top of page: File for ... / 1065] May 12th, 1939. The Autocar 801. THE AUTOCAR ROAD TESTS No. 1,278.—30 h.p. FORD V8 SALOON CERTAIN models of various makes gain a firm hold on the… | ||
| scan0106 | Road test review for a 30 HP Ford V8 Saloon de Luxe from 'The Autocar' magazine. | ||
| View original record | 802 The Autocar May 12th, 1939. "The Autocar" Road Tests DATA FOR THE DRIVER 12-5-39 30 H.P. FORD V8 SALOON DE LUXE PRICE, with four-door saloon de luxe body, £280. Tax, £22 10s. RATING: 30 h.p.,… | ||
| scan0107 | Letter from Peto & Radford discussing the sale of a Frazer Nash B.M.W. Type 320 car. | ||
| View original record | Works, Dagenham Dock, Essex DEPOTS, LONDON - MANCHESTER - GLASGOW TELEPHONE SLOANE 7164. 5 LINES. PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE TELEGRAMS DAGENITE, SOWEST, LONDON. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50… | ||
| scan0108 | Promotional double-page spread for Frazer-Nash B.M.W. cars. | ||
| View original record | FRAZER-NASH B·M·W HMC 326 BMW 327 | ||
| scan0109 | Guarantee and terms of business document for Frazer-Nash-B.M.W cars, alongside promotional text. | ||
| View original record | GUARANTEE AND TERMS OF BUSINESS Frazer-Nash-B.M.W cars as supplied by A.F.N. Limited (hereafter called “the Company”) are sold with the following express Warranty which excludes all warranties,… | ||
| scan0110 | Specifications and details for the Frazer-Nash-B.M.W. Type 320 Saloon and a 2-seater sports model. | ||
| View original record | THE FRAZER-NASH - B.M.W. 16.2 - H.P. (9ft. WHEELBASE) TYPE 320 FOUR - SEATER TWO - DOOR SALOON MODEL The Type 320 Saloon is the lowest-priced of the 16-h.p. models in the Frazer-Nash-B.M.W. range. The… | ||
| scan0111 | Specification and promotional document for the Frazer-Nash-B.M.W. Type 328 Grand Prix Sports Two-Seater Model. | ||
| View original record | THE FRAZER-NASH-B.M.W. 16.2-H.P. (8ft. WHEELBASE) TYPE 328 GRAND PRIX SPORTS TWO-SEATER MODEL Possessing phenomenal performance capabilities—a claim substantiated by innumerable successes in every… | ||
| scan0112 | Specifications and pricing for the Frazer-Nash-B.M.W. Type 321 and 327 models. | ||
| View original record | [Page 4] THE FRAZER-NASH-B.M.W. 16·2-H.P. (9ft. WHEELBASE) TYPE 321 FOUR-SEATER DROP-HEAD CABRIOLET MODEL This luxurious cabriolet may justifiably be described as an outstanding example of convertible… | ||
| scan0113 | Specification sheet for the Frazer-Nash-B.M.W. Type 327 'Sports' Fixed-Head Coupé and Drop-Head Cabriolet models. | ||
| View original record | PAGE 12 THE FRAZER-NASH-B.M.W. 16.2-H.P. (9ft. WHEELBASE) TYPE 327 "SPORTS" FIXED-HEAD COUPÉ and DROP-HEAD CABRIOLET MODELS By the description “Sports” as applied to the Type 327 models we indicate a… | ||
| scan0114 | Specification sheet for the Frazer-Nash-B.M.W. Type 326 vehicle models. | ||
| View original record | THE FRAZER-NASH-B.M.W. 16·2-H.P. (9ft. 6in. WHEELBASE) TYPE 326 FIVE-SEATER FOUR-DOOR SALOON MODEL Still only in the 2-litre class, this long chassis model provides ample accommodation for five adult… | ||
| scan0115 | Specification sheet for the Frazer-Nash-B.M.W. Type 327 models including 'Fast Tourer', Fixed-Head Coupé, and Drop-Head Cabriolet. | ||
| View original record | THE FRAZER-NASH-B.M.W. 16.2-H.P. (9ft. WHEELBASE) TYPE 327 “FAST TOURER” FIXED-HEAD COUPÉ and DROP-HEAD CABRIOLET MODELS With a chassis specification of considerable technical interest, exceptionally… | ||
| scan0116 | Specification sheet for the Frazer-Nash-B.M.W. Type 326 Five-Seater Drop-Head Cabriolet Model. | ||
| View original record | THE FRAZER-NASH-B.M.W. 16·2-H.P. (9ft. 6in. WHEELBASE) TYPE 326 FIVE-SEATER DROP-HEAD CABRIOLET MODEL The cabriolet model on the Type 326 long chassis is a magnificent example of convertible… | ||
| scan0117 | Road test report on the Type 320 Frazer-Nash-B.M.W. from 'The Motor' magazine. | ||
| View original record | Reprinted from The Motor April 5, 1938 The Motor ROAD TESTS The Type 320 Frazer-Nash-B.M.W. Outstanding Suspension and Brisk Performance Narrow window frames and vee screen give good all-round vision.… | ||
| scan0118 | Visual data sheet and review for the Type 320 Frazer-Nash B.M.W. Saloon. | ||
| View original record | Reprinted from The Motor April 5, 1938 FRAZER-NASH-B.M.W. first sight these would appear to act as scoops, but in practice they act as very efficient extractors even at quite high speeds. Another… | ||
| scan0119 | Letter to Mr. Minchin regarding a prospective customer and arranging to collect a Frazer Nash. | ||
| View original record | new yellow sheet to Fraser Nash Rm.9/ML. 26.3.41. G.R.W.Minchin,Esq., Messrs Peto & Radford Ltd., 50, Grosvenor Gardens, London.S.W.1. Dear Minchin, Thank you for your letters of the 24th. March. I… | ||
| scan0120 | Letter concerning the delayed purchase of a Bentley and collection of a Frazer Nash due to war effort commitments. | ||
| View original record | 1064 5th April, 1941. Rm/1/ET. G.R. MINCHIN, Esq., Messrs. Peto & Radford, 50, Grosvenor Gardens, LONDON S.W. 1. Dear Minchin, I do not know why my friend has not gone further with the question of… | ||
| scan0121 | Letter discussing the acquisition of a 1934 Bentley and a Frazer Nash, with a handwritten note about a BMW. | ||
| View original record | Works, Dagenham Dock, Essex DEPOTS, LONDON - MANCHESTER - GLASGOW TELEPHONE SLOANE 7164. 5 LINES PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE TELEGRAMS DAGENITE, SOWEST, LONDON. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50… | ||
| scan0122 | Copy of an authorisation letter from Mr. Minchin to borrow his Type 320 car. | ||
| View original record | COPY OF Mr. MINCHIN'S AUTHORISATION TO BORROW HIS TYPE 320 CAR, ORIGINAL OF WHICH WILL BE PRESENTED ON MONDAY MORNING, APRIL 21st. 1941. PETO & RADFORD 50, Grosvenor Gardens, LONDON.S.W.1. Our ref:… | ||
| scan0123 | Letter to A.F.N. Motors Ltd. arranging the loan of a Type 320 car from a Mr. G.R.N. Minchin. | ||
| View original record | Rm.6/ML. 18.4.41. Messrs A.F.N. Motors Ltd., London Road, Isleworth. Middlesex. Dear Sirs, This is to inform you that Mr. G.R.N.Minchin has arranged to lend his Type 320 car to the above Company for… | ||
| scan0124 | Letter from Peto & Radford to A.F.N. Motors Ltd. arranging the loan of a Type 320 car for a week. | ||
| View original record | Works, Dagenham Dock, Essex DEPOTS, LONDON - MANCHESTER - GLASGOW TELEPHONE SLOANE 7164. 5 LINES PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE TELEGRAMS DAGENITE, SOWEST. LONDON. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50… | ||
| scan0125 | Letter from Peto & Radford concerning a deal involving two B.M.W. cars and the potential sale of one to W.A. Rowbotham. | ||
| View original record | Works, Dagenham Dock, Essex DEPOTS, LONDON - MANCHESTER - GLASGOW TELEPHONE SLOANE 7164. 5 LINES PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE TELEGRAMS DAGENITE, SOWEST, LONDON. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50… | ||
| scan0126 | Secret memo regarding a failed attempt to borrow a BMW car. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Ev. c. to RmWyn. Handwritten: new Frazer Nash car file SECRET. Ev.11/JH.22.4.41. Handwritten: 1064 re BMW. - Mr. Minchin. When we arrived at AFM. Motors Ltd. yesterday we were told that… | ||
| scan0127 | Brief letter to Mr. Minchin informing him that a B.M.W. they went to collect had already been sold. | ||
| View original record | 1064 Rm.9/ML. 28.4.41. G.R.N.Minchin,Esq., Messrs Peto & Radford Ltd., "Rundells" Latton. Nr. Harlow. Essex. [Handwritten note] how Frazer Nash cha file Dear Minchin, We went to collect the B.M.W. and… | ||
| scan0128 | Letter from Peto & Radford regarding a misunderstanding over the sale of a B.M.W. car. | ||
| View original record | Works, Dagenham Dock, Essex DEPOTS, LONDON - MANCHESTER - GLASGOW TELEPHONE SLOANE 7164. (5 LINES) PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE TELEGRAMS DAGENITE, SOWEST, LONDON. [LOGO: THE SOCIETY OF BRITISH AIRCRAFT… | ||
| scan0129 | Short, humorous typed note blaming Hitler for postal issues concerning the sale of a car. | ||
| View original record | PETO & RADFORD Manufacturers & Distributors for over 20 years Works & Service Depts: DAGENHAM DOCK, ESSEX. Telephone: RAINHAM 34. Telegrams: PETRADFORD, DAGENHAM. 50 GROSVENOR GARDENS, LONDON, S.W.1… | ||
| scan0130 | Road test report on two cars, B.24.AW and a B.11, detailing performance issues and resolutions. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten top left] Ru c c To Ru/Wym: file copy in new Frazer Nash car file [Handwritten top right] 1067 24th April, 1941. re:- B.24.AW & Mr.Minchin's B.M.W. B.24.AW. behaved quite satisfactorily… | ||
| scan0131 | Letter from Nash & Thompson discussing engine detonation issues, also known as pinking, in a car. | ||
| View original record | 1064 NASH & THOMPSON LIMITED DIRECTORS: A. FRAZER-NASH, M.I.A.E.,A.M.I.MECH.E. E. GRATTAN THOMPSON. C. B. LOWE ENGINEERS CONTRACTORS TO H. M. GOVERNMENT. Telephones: ELMBRIDGE 5700/6 OAKCROFT ROAD,… | ||
| scan0132 | Letter discussing engine pinking issues and suggesting modifications for a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | The following text is from the letterhead, which is mirrored in the image: NASH & THOMPSON LIMITED ENGINEERS DIRECTORS: A. FRAZER-NASH, M.I.A.E., A.M.I.Mech.E. E. GRATTAN THOMPSON, C.B. CONTRACTORS TO… | ||
| scan0133 | Page 3 of a letter discussing engine responsiveness in second speed and the issue of detonation. | ||
| View original record | 3. that time, second speed is a little tricky, as the engine does not always respond immediately to a flick of the throttle until thoroughly warm. In any case, I expect you have already dealt with… | ||
| scan0134 | Letter to W.A. Robotham concerning the sale of a 4¼ litre car and the acquisition of a new B.M.W. | ||
| View original record | Works, Dagenham Dock, Essex DEPOTS, LONDON - MANCHESTER - GLASGOW TELEPHONE SLOANE 7164. 2 LINES, PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE TELEGRAMS DAGENITE, SOWEST, LONDON. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50… | ||
| scan0135 | Letter to Captain Frazer-Nash of Messrs. Nash & Thompson, Ltd., regarding a distributor and governor. | ||
| View original record | 1064 Rm.2/ET. 28th May, 1941. Captain Frazer-Nash, Messrs. Nash & Thompson, Ltd., Oakcroft Road, TOLWORTH, Surrey. Dear Captain Frazer-Nash, Thank you for your letter of 29th April. Ring up Kingsbury… | ||
| scan0136 | Letter from Peto & Radford to W.A. Robotham arranging a meeting on the 26th. | ||
| View original record | Works, Dagenham Dock, Essex DEPOTS, LONDON - MANCHESTER - GLASGOW TELEPHONE SLOANE 7164. 5 LINES PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE TELEGRAMS DAGENITE, SOWEST, LONDON. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50… | ||
| scan0137 | Letter to a customer about the unavailability of a spare distributor and the proposed solution. | ||
| View original record | Rm.3/ET. 22nd June, 1941. 1069 Capt. FRAZER NASH, Oakcroft Road, TOLWORTH, Surrey. Dear Captain Frazer Nash, I am sorry to have been so long answering your letter of the 5th June, but we have been… | ||
| scan0138 | Letter from A. Frazer-Nash requesting to borrow a distributor complete with a governor from Derby. | ||
| View original record | A. FRAZER-NASH, M. I. A. E., A. M. I. MECH. E. TELEPHONE: ELMBRIDGE 1168. TELEGRAMS: PHONE, ELMBRIDGE 1168. Handwritten notes: Lynn see me after lunch See 1064} r 261} Rm/Wynn. Have we a distributor… | ||
| scan0139 | Arranging a trial of a Frazer-Nash car, highlighting its radiator shutters. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten initials] To: Rm/Wym. from Rm. c.c. Rm. [crossed out] Rm/EJH. [crossed out] Rm/CB. [crossed out] Please pass on as soon as read [handwritten] Rm.7/RH.20.6.41. 1064 [handwritten] Minchin… | ||
| scan0140 | Article from 'The Automobile Engineer' magazine describing the Frazer Nash-B.M.W. 2-Litre Chassis. | ||
| View original record | Reprinted from THE AUTOMOBILE ENGINEER, October, 1936. THE FRAZER NASH-B.M.W. 2-LITRE CHASSIS. An Interesting Design with Tubular Frame and Independent Front Suspension. FOUR models of this… | ||
| scan0141 | General arrangement drawing of the Frazer Nash-B.M.W. 2-litre engine. | ||
| View original record | 2 The Frazer Nash-B.M.W. 2-litre Chassis—contd. GENERAL ARRANGEMENT OF FRAZER NASH-B.M.W. ENGINE. Bore and stroke 65 mm. x 96 mm. | ||
| scan0142 | Technical description of the Frazer Nash-B.M.W. 2-litre Chassis, including details on the engine, clutch, and gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 3 The Frazer Nash-B.M.W. 2-litre Chassis—contd. the flywheel is attached by setscrews. The starter gear ring is a separate member shrunk on to the flywheel, though on some models the teeth are cut… | ||
| scan0143 | Technical review and road test report on the Frazer Nash-B.M.W. 2-litre model, extracted from 'The Autocar'. | ||
| View original record | 6 The Frazer Nash-B.M.W. 2-litre Chassis—contd. dust by a concertina-cover. At the outer end of each arm provision is made for track adjustment. Frame. Particular interest attaches to the construction… | ||
| scan0144 | Descriptive page on the Frazer Nash-B.M.W. 2-litre Chassis, detailing the rear axle, front axle, steering, and suspension systems. | ||
| View original record | 5 The Frazer Nash-B.M.W. 2-litre Chassis—contd. at the other end the corresponding fork has a splined shaft fitting in internal splines in the propeller tube. The final drive is through spiral bevel… | ||
| scan0145 | Diagrams showing the general arrangement of the rear axle, brake, and front wheel suspension. | ||
| View original record | 4 General arrangement of rear axle and brake. pinion. In this way synchronisation of speeds is obtained prior to dog-clutch engagement. The scheme is repeated on the rear end of the sliding sleeve,… | ||
| scan0146 | Letter from André Dubonnet to Mr. Hives arranging a demonstration of his new car with a rear engine and independent suspension. | ||
| View original record | 33. RUE DES GRAVIERS (114, BOULEVARD MAURICE BARRÈS) March 20th, 1936 ROLLS ROYCE, Ltd. DERBY. Attention:Mr. Hives Gentlemen: I shall be in England the 23rd, 24th and 25th of March with my new car… | ||
| scan0147 | Letter to A. Dubonnet arranging a car comparison test at Weybridge, near Brooklands Track. | ||
| View original record | X.1104 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.6/KW. 21st March, 1936. A. Dubonnet, Esq., The Ritz Hotel, LONDON. Dear Sir, The day most suitable for us to try your car would be March 25th. To enable us to make… | ||
| scan0148 | Letter from André Dubonnet to Mr. Robotham enclosing an official report of tests on a streamlined car. | ||
| View original record | E. Please note & return Rm' Seen E ANDRÉ DUBONNET 33, RUE DES GRAVIERS (114, BOULEVARD MAURICE-BARRÈS) NEUILLY TÉL. MAILLOT 34-44 Neuilly, le 31 Mars 1936 Mr. ROBOTHAM ROLLS ROYCE DERBY [STAMP:… | ||
| scan0149 | Report from the Automobile Club de France on comparative speed and fuel consumption tests between two automobiles. | ||
| View original record | Automobile Club de France SOCIÉTÉ D'ENCOURAGEMENT COMMISSION TECHNIQUE 8, PLACE DE LA CONCORDE PARIS TÉL. : ANJOU 34-70 LABORATOIRE D'ESSAIS CACHAN (SEINE) PROCÈS VERBAL D'ESSAI N° 1.305 ESSAI DE… | ||
| scan0150 | Performance comparison report between a stock car and a Dubonnet streamlined car at the Autodrome of Linas-Montlhery. | ||
| View original record | Automobile Club de France COMMISSION TECHNIQUE SUITE ( 2 ) DU PROCÈS VERBAL D'ESSAI N° Just before the tests, under the supervision of the technical comissioner, the cars were driven to the Renault… | ||
| scan0151 | Fuel consumption and speed trial results for a stock car versus a Dubonnet Stream-lined car. | ||
| View original record | Automobile Club de France COMMISSION TECHNIQUE SUITE ( 3 ) DU PROCES VERBAL D'ESSAI N° 1.305 of 100,909 kilometers, or 63,068 miles, per hour Fuel consumption of the stock car : 17.324 liters per 100… | ||
| scan0152 | The Brooklands track test of the Dubonnet car, focusing on its general layout and the effects of streamlining. | ||
| View original record | X1104 To Sg. & Wor. c. to E. c. to By. c. to Ds. Windage Reduction. We had a run in the Dubonnet car at Brooklands Track last week. General Layout. This car is illustrated in the "Motor" of March 31st… | ||
| scan0153 | Benefits of vehicle streamlining, public perception, and a proposal for wind tunnel research. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Rm.16/KW.6.4.36. Taking the results achieved by Dubonnet, it will be seen from the attached table that if Bentley windage could be reduced in the same manner, the result at 60 M.P.H. on… | ||
| scan0154 | Comparison of horsepower required and acceleration improvements due to streamlining for a Bentley and a Dubonnet car. | ||
| View original record | -3- Ha/Rm.16/KW.6.4.36. | Road Speed M.P.H. | H.P. Required to drive the car. | | Improved Acceleration due to Streamlining. | |---|---|---|---| | | Bentley | Dubonnet | | | 40 | 20 | 12.5 | 7½% | |… | ||
| scan0155 | French magazine article from 'La Vie Automobile' featuring the new Adler-Trumpf special for autostrades. | ||
| View original record | LA VIE AUTOMOBILE 135 ent dans une out bien natu- éral, les carac- es de tourisme irment les ten- aus ces colonnes roues indépen- ses silencieuses, atiques (Hano- s utile d'insister le nos lecteurs… | ||
| scan0156 | Comparative analysis of performance figures for a Ford and a Dubonnet vehicle, provided by M. Dubonnet. | ||
| View original record | FILE. X1104 7.4.36. Comparative figures given by M. Dubonnet. FORD Speed with 4 passengers - 128 kms. (80 miles) per hr. 62.5 miles. Consumption per 100 kms. per hr. - 17.300 litres (3.80 gallons).… | ||
| scan0157 | Confirmation of an agreement to purchase a monocoque Morris for £150. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: Sq Pilot. make Morris monocoque file. 1063. Typed: Sg. from Rm. Rm.15/ML.29.10.40. Confirming our telephone conversation, you agree that we shall purchase a monocoque Morris for £150. Rm. | ||
| scan0158 | Request to inspect the Monoconque Morris car before it is dismantled. | ||
| View original record | Copy 40 To Rm from Sg. re Monoconque Morris. Would you please note that I would like to see and try this car before you do anything to it in the way of dismantling. Sg. (upside down text at bottom of… | ||
| scan0159 | Comparing the Morris 8 HP car with competitors like the Standard and Vauxhall, and considering post-war production of a small car. | ||
| View original record | 1079/ To Sr. from Rm. Rm.11/EF.18.11.40. The Morris 8 HP. car is now available for you to try. There is an astonishing amount of roar from the engine, and this is the worst fault of the car. It is… | ||
| scan0160 | Petty cash refund request for the purchase of water hoses for Vauxhall and Morris cars. | ||
| View original record | 1079 Petty Cash. Rm/Wym.8/LT.26.11.40. Will you please refund Mr. G.H. Whyman, Check No. 7021, the sum of Four Shillings and Threepence (4/2d.), in respect of purchase of 2 water hose for our Vauxhall… | ||
| scan0161 | Requesting to test drive a Monococque Morris car before it is dismantled. | ||
| View original record | THP 1212 To Rm. from Sg. 1063 Sg.9/KW.31.10.40. Rm/Wyman Please arrange when it arrives I should like to try it first. Rm re Monococque Morris. Would you please note that I would like to see and try… | ||
| scan0162 | Request for a weight analysis and diagrammatic sketch of Morris and Vauxhall engines and gearboxes. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Wym. from Rm. c. Rm/HH. Handwritten: Morris file Handwritten: 1063 Rm.14/ML.30.3.41. MORRIS AND VAUXHALL ENGINES AND GEARBOXES. We should like a photographic weight analysis making of the engines… | ||
| scan0163 | Power curve graph for U.P.H.W. engine No. 6952-2 comparing different carburettor configurations. | ||
| View original record | 1063 B.H.P. R.P.M. POWER CURVE 130 M.E.P. LBS/SQ IN 120 M.E.P. LBS/SQ IN 110 M.E.P. LBS/SQ IN 100 M.E.P. LBS/SQ IN U.P.H.W. ENGINE No 6952-2 PRODUCTION MANIFOLD. TEST BED EXHAUST SYSTEM. POOL PETROL.… | ||
| scan0164 | Material costs and labour for repairs to a Morris 8 HP vehicle following an accident. | ||
| View original record | To D/L. From Rm/Wym. 1063 Rm/Wym.3/ET.7.5.41 ACCIDENT TO MORRIS 8 H.P. HPH.666 -------------------------- In reply to D/L.5/G.5.5.41, the material cost for the repairs was £3.1.8, which included:- 1 -… | ||
| scan0165 | Letter to Morris Ltd. providing details of top fixing brackets for a Radiator Centre. | ||
| View original record | 1079 9th May, 1941. Rm/Col.4/ST. Messrs. Morris Ltd., Radiators Branch, Osberton Works, O X F O R D. For the attention of Mr. E.W. Robinson. Dear Sirs, We send you herewith details of the top fixing… | ||
| scan0166 | Request for a report on the running of Studebaker, Vauxhall, Morris, and Austin cars, with a focus on Vauxhall failures. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/Wym. from Rm. 1063 Rm.9/ET.28.5.41. Will you please let me have a report on the running we have so far done on the Studebaker, Vauxhall, Morris and Austin. As a confirmation of the poor quality… | ||
| scan0167 | Technical review and comments on an 8 HP Morris car, model HPH.666. | ||
| View original record | 1063 To Rm. from Rm/Wym. Rm/Wym.3/SW.4.6.41. 8 HP Morris - HPH.666 We have the following comments to make on the above car :- ENGINE. The engine is very smooth, better than any other small car we have… | ||
| scan0168 | Comparative road test report on a vehicle's brakes, steering, suspension, and performance. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- - 2 - Rm/Wym.3/SW.4.6.41. BRAKES. Poor - require too much pedal pressure and not very effective. STEERING. Steering is inclined to wander. Front end is steady but column shakes. Not as good… | ||
| scan0169 | Petrol consumption data and specifications for a 4-cylinder engine. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- - 3 - PETROL CONSUMPTION AT CONSTANT SPEEDS. 20 MPH -- 50.0 MPG 30 " -- 54.0 " 40 " -- 49.8 " 50 " -- 44.4 " Average over 170 mile run - 38 MPG. Average Consumption over 500 miles is 35 MPG.… | ||
| scan0170 | Specification sheet detailing vehicle components, measurements, and weights. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- - 4 - Rm/Wym.3/SW.4.6.41. Steering. Bishop Cam Steering. Steering box mounted well forward of front axle. Track rod behind axle. Suspension. Semi-elliptic springs all round. Shock absorbers -… | ||
| scan0171 | Design of a rear spring anchorage for a Morris 8. | ||
| View original record | File 1063 To Rm. c. to Rm/HH. c. to Ev. c. to Rm/Wym. c. to Rm/FJH. Morris 8. Rear Spring Anchorage. We attach to Rm/HH's copy of this memo the original of :- PL.1298 Rear Spring Front Anchorage -… | ||
| scan0172 | With photographs showing a rear road spring anchorage failure on a Morris 8 HP car after 12013 miles. | ||
| View original record | 1063 To Rm. from Rm/Wym. c.c. H.H. Rm/Wym.6/OH.18.3.42. We herewith attach photographs of the rear road spring front anchorage on our Morris 8 HP car HPH.666. after 12013 miles. As will be seen from… | ||
| scan0173 | Photograph of a vehicle's rear leaf spring suspension, axle, and wheel assembly from underneath. | ||
| View original record | 177A / 17.7.35 | ||
| scan0174 | Photograph of the rear axle and suspension assembly from underneath a vehicle. | ||
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| scan0175 | Photograph of the underside of a vehicle showing the chassis, leaf spring suspension, and a wheel, supported by a jack. | ||
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| scan0176 | Underside view of the rear axle and leaf spring suspension assembly. | ||
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