Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Advertisement for Alvis cars from 'The Autocar' magazine, highlighting performance and quietness. | ||
| View original record | PERFORMANCE FILE 1104 THE AUTOCAR. ADVERTISEMENTS. DECEMBER 2ND, 1938. 31 ALVIS SILENCE WITHOUT SACRIFICE i.e. . . . . 119 M.P.H. The “Motor” refers to ALVIS “silence without sacrifice” . . . “a… | ||
| scan0002 | Magazine advertisement page featuring S.U. Carburetters and Exide batteries. | ||
| View original record | - 32 THE AUTOCAR. ADVERTISEMENTS. DECEMBER 2ND, 1938. BRITISH SKILL BRITISH MATERIALS BRITISH ENTERPRISE combine to make SU THE WORLD'S FINEST CARBURETTER When a 2-hour wait with the lights on means… | ||
| scan0003 | Letter to M.G. Car Company regarding bearing alloys and a potential visit to the Works. | ||
| View original record | 1104 Rm9/R. 2nd December, 1938. C. Kimber, Esq., M.G. Car Company Ltd., ABINGDON-on-THAMES. Dear Kimber, I see that you are getting a lot of horse-power out of your latest M.G. engines. Is the bearing… | ||
| scan0004 | Letter from The MG Car Company Ltd discussing a Lagonda car and bearings for Gardner's machine. | ||
| View original record | 110H PERSONAL THE MG CAR COMPANY LTD PROPRIETORS MORRIS MOTORS LTD ABINGDON-ON-THAMES TELEPHONE 251 W.A. Robotham Esq., Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby. Dec. 5th. 1938 My dear Robotham, Many thanks for your… | ||
| scan0005 | Letter to C. Kimber of M.G. Car Company discussing car bearings, Bentley owners, the Lagonda, and competition. | ||
| View original record | 1104 Rm9/R. 8th December, 1938. C. Kimber, Esq., The M.G. Car Company Ltd., ABINGDON-on-THAMES. My dear Kimber, Many thanks for your letter. I was not thinking so much of the bearings of Gardner's car… | ||
| scan0006 | Letter from The M.G. Car Company Ltd acknowledging receipt of correspondence. | ||
| View original record | 1104 TELEPHONE: ABINGDON 251 (4 LINES) THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS LTD VISCOUNT NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN OLIVER BODEN, O.B.E. VICE-CHAIRMAN THE MG CAR COMPANY LTD ABINGDON-ON-THAMES… | ||
| scan0007 | Article from 'The Autocar' magazine describing a road trip over the High Alps to the Riviera in a 12-cylinder Lagonda. | ||
| View original record | 1134 The Autocar, December 16th, 1938 Busman's Holiday Over the High Alps to the Riviera in a 12-cylinder Lagonda by G. GEOFFREY SMITH FEW experiences in life taste as good the second time—but if ever… | ||
| scan0008 | Page from The Autocar magazine discussing new automotive features, including a 'slamless' door lock, a wax-pellet thermostat, and a non-detachable fuel filler cap. | ||
| View original record | December 16th, 1938. The Autocar 1133 [Image 1: Door Handle] New door lock which does not need slamming. [Image 2: Filler Cap] Non-detachable “trap-door” filler cap. [Image 3: Lock Mechanism]… | ||
| scan0009 | Article from 'The Autocar' magazine describing a road trip through the French Alps in a Lagonda car. | ||
| View original record | 1136 The Autocar December 16th, 1938. BUSMAN'S HOLIDAY (CONTINUED) Lagonda in the French capital. Here we set forth on our 1,000 miles run to the south via the High Alps. At the cartwheel at… | ||
| scan0010 | Photographic print from 'The Autocar' magazine showing a convertible car overlooking a mountainous landscape. | ||
| View original record | The Autocar, December 16th, 1938 1135 A 23 | ||
| scan0011 | Article from 'The Autocar' magazine detailing a motoring holiday through the French Alps. | ||
| View original record | December 16th, 1938. The Autocar 1137 BUSMAN'S HOLIDAY (CONTINUED) Lautarêts, which had been chosen as the rallying point for the party. It was 10 p.m. when we sat down to an excellent omelette and… | ||
| scan0012 | Article from 'The Autocar' magazine offering Christmas gift ideas for motorists from a woman's perspective. | ||
| View original record | 1138 1104. The Autocar December 16th, 1938. FROM ONE WOMAN DRIVER TO ANOTHER The Feminine Angle on Christmas Shopping By DOBS KNIGHT SEVERAL times recently I have been asked if it is possible to get… | ||
| scan0013 | Request to order two Hillman 'Minx' complete sun visors for use on an experimental car. | ||
| View original record | 110H 44730 leaf To Roy. from Rm/Gry. c. G/JWH. c. Ev. Rm/Gry.9/MH.28.12.38. Will you please order from E.H.Pickford, Duffield Road, Derby, two Hillman 'Minx' complete sun visors, finished blue. These… | ||
| scan0014 | Letter to Ethyl Export Corporation discussing track resistance and camshaft closing velocities. | ||
| View original record | 1104 Rm1/R. 28th December, 1938. F.R. Banks, Esq., Ethyl Export Corporation, Thames House, Millbank. S.W.1. Dear Banks, Herewith particulars of work we have been doing on track resistance of various… | ||
| scan0015 | Letter from Ethyl Export Corporation acknowledging receipt of investigation particulars on track resistance of cars. | ||
| View original record | 1104 CABLEGRAMS: ETHYLPORT, LONDON. TELEGRAMS: ETHYLPORT, SOWEST. ETHYL EXPORT CORPORATION Incorporated in the State of Delaware, U.S.A. with limited liability. THAMES HOUSE, MILLBANK LONDON, S.W.1… | ||
| scan0016 | Clarifying the official status of a Lagonda speed event at Brooklands. | ||
| View original record | o/c Rm 1104. To Cx. from Sg. Sg3/E8239 Rm. is anxious to find out whether the Lagonda Brooklands speed affair, which they did round about the time of the Show, is official, i.e. recognised and… | ||
| scan0017 | Article from 'The Motor' magazine detailing a 248 m.p.h. land speed record on the Dessau Autobahn, with comparisons to other record-breaking cars. | ||
| View original record | February 14, 1939. 61 The Motor 248 m.p.h. Dessau Autobahn The beautifully streamlined record-breaker. ZEIL! Pushing off at the start of the record attempts. The engine is of the V12 type, with twin… | ||
| scan0018 | Article from 'The Motor' magazine advocating for oil-engined Grand Prix racing to drive innovation in high-efficiency engines. | ||
| View original record | The Motor 62 February 14, 1939. International Benefit to be Derived from High-efficiency Oil Engines THOSE of us who have known M. A. McEvoy for a number of years realize that his suggestion (which… | ||
| scan0019 | 4-cylinder versus 6-cylinder engines with specifications for several car models. | ||
| View original record | 110H To. R.M. File new. 13.3.39. Four Cylinder Engines. If you could buy any of these cars, you could form an opinion of 4 cyls versus six. Here they are. JNR. PEUGEOT 3 1/4 x 3 7/8 = 2140 cc RENAULT… | ||
| scan0020 | From Rm to W/S. Bly requesting to test drive a 4-cylinder Riley and a Wyllis. | ||
| View original record | 110H W/S. Bly. from Rm. Rm3/R.14.3.39. I am coming up to London on Friday, and should very much like to try one of the 4-cylinder 2443 c.c. Riley's, if you can get hold of one, also a Wyllis 2198 c.c.… | ||
| scan0021 | Message confirming an arrangement to try the Wyllis vehicle at Bignall's Corner. | ||
| View original record | 1104 W/S. Bly. from Rm. Rm12/R.15.3.39. Thank you for your telephone message. I should like to try the Wyllis at Bignall's Corner at 11.a.m. on Friday morning next. Rm. | ||
| scan0022 | Availability of a 16 HP Riley Saloon and a Willys motor car. | ||
| View original record | 1104 Rm from Bly. Bly.11/EC.15.3.39. Concerning your Rm3/14.3.39, I phoned Grys. as follows: We gather from the sole concessionaires of Riley in London that they have not yet delivered a 16 H.P.Riley… | ||
| scan0023 | Detailed overview of the Studebaker 'Champion' model, including engine specifications, features, and pricing from an automotive publication. | ||
| View original record | 434 1104 Studebaker's “Champion” STUDEBAKER’S new Champion model, first announced in AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRIES of March 11, is equipped with a six-cylinder engine of 164.3 cu.in. displacement having a… | ||
| scan0024 | Article from 'Automotive Industries' detailing the specifications of the Studebaker Champion coupe and a water pump section. | ||
| View original record | 435 Takes the Road Studebaker Champion coupe 1 17/32 in. Camshaft drive is through a cast-iron pinion on the crankshaft meshing with a Celoron gear on the camshaft. Gasoline is supplied from the 15… | ||
| scan0025 | Detailed description of the New Studebaker Champion engine and chassis components. | ||
| View original record | 436 NEW STUDEBAKER CHAMPION Transverse section of Champion engine and side view partly in section either Hayes or Schwitzer-Cummins make. Both the generator and starting motor are of Auto-Lite make.… | ||
| scan0026 | Technical article detailing the engine, steering, suspension, and braking systems of the new Studebaker Champion. | ||
| View original record | NEW STUDEBAKER CHAMPION 437 [Text on engine drawing]: VALVE CLEAR .016 COLD, OIL LEVEL wide spacing holds the steering heads firmly when subjected to road shocks, braking forces and sudden… | ||
| scan0027 | The new Studebaker Champion's features and the advanced tooling used for its production. | ||
| View original record | 438 NEW STUDEBAKER CHAMPION Front suspension of the Champion, in plan and elevation The starter switch is actuated by means of the clutch pedal. The frame is unusually light but is claimed to be… | ||
| scan0028 | Digest of recent developments and techniques in automotive production and engineering. | ||
| View original record | 471 Production Lines Spotting die from roof panel draw punch in the Ford Tool and Die Shop Flame Cutting Valuable paper dealing with the technique of flame cutting by machine, delving into economic… | ||
| scan0029 | Page from Automotive Industries magazine detailing the 'mono-construction' process of the Morris Ten-Four car body and underframe. | ||
| View original record | 472 1104 5 4 By M. W. BOURDON AN outstanding feature of the Morris Ten-Four, introduced last summer, is what the maker terms its "mono-construction." In its finished state the car as a whole… | ||
| scan0030 | Technical description of the body assembly process for a 'Chassisless' Morris Sedan. | ||
| View original record | 473 6 7 8 members can be obtained separately from Morris Service. The underframe assembly becomes complete at the stage represented in Fig. 2, where there are shown, welded in place, the front apron,… | ||
| scan0031 | Page from a journal describing the 'chassisless' construction of the Morris Ten-Four and a Vickers hydraulic brake booster. | ||
| View original record | 474 'CHASSISLESS' MORRIS SEDAN Completed assembly of the Morris Ten-Four right-hand and left-hand side panels, and front valances. Then follows (Fig. 6) the windshield panel, joined by spot-welding to… | ||
| scan0032 | 'Autocar' magazine road test of the 17 HP Frazer Nash-B.M.W. Type 327 Cabriolet. | ||
| View original record | File for RM 1104 625 April 14th, 1939. The Autocar THE AUTOCAR ROAD TESTS No. 1,271.—17 h.p. FRAZER NASH-B.M.W. TYPE 327 CABRIOLET MUCH is heard of sheer maximum speed, and often the importance of the… | ||
| scan0033 | Road test report for a Frazer Nash-B.M.W. Type 327 Cabriolet from 'The Autocar' magazine. | ||
| View original record | 626 The Autocar April 14th, 1939. 'The Autocar' Road Tests DATA FOR THE DRIVER 14-4-39 17 H.P. FRAZER NASH-B.M.W. TYPE 327 CABRIOLET. PRICE, with two-door de luxe drop-head cabriolet body, £695. Tax,… | ||
| scan0034 | Article discussing a patented rear-engined, frameless passenger car with a two-stroke radial engine. | ||
| View original record | 522 Rm 1104 Rear-Engined, Frameless Fig. 1—Perspective view of G. M.’s unit-built rear-engined development Fig. 2—Side view of radial two-stroke engine, showing carburetor, scavenging blower, and… | ||
| scan0035 | Page from 'Automotive Industries' magazine featuring news on Japanese auto plans, new tire technology, Chevrolet sales, and an industry event calendar. | ||
| View original record | 521 sas City, Memphis, Milwaukee, Minne-apolis, New Orleans, New York, Okla-homa City, Omaha, Philadelphia, Pitts-burgh, St. Louis, Portland, Salt Lake City, San Francisco, Seattle and Syra-cuse.… | ||
| scan0036 | Article detailing eight patents assigned to General Motors Corp. for passenger car induction and cooling systems. | ||
| View original record | 523 Passenger Car Covered in eight patents recently issued and assigned to General Motors Corp. pass passage around the blower is opened (so that the blower will not “lock” when its outlet is closed… | ||
| scan0037 | Page from an automotive journal detailing a GM rear-engined design, with illustrations of the transmission, clutch, and powerplant mounting. | ||
| View original record | 524 GM REAR-ENGINED DESIGN Fig. 5—Section of transmission and friction clutch, with detail of the vibration damper A, clutch shaft; B, hollow primary shaft of transmission; C, clutch throw-out… | ||
| scan0038 | Technical article from 'Automotive Industries' detailing the design of a GM rear-engined car's cone clutch, transmission, and shifting mechanisms. | ||
| View original record | GM REAR-ENGINED DESIGN 525 tion in Fig. 5. It is a cone clutch of familiar type, and the improvements relate to features that tend to reduce the cost of manufacture. The male cone (the driving member)… | ||
| scan0039 | Article on automotive and aircraft research being conducted at New York University. | ||
| View original record | 526 New York University By H. E. BLANK, JR. PRACTICAL research on automotive and aircraft problems is constantly in progress in the engineering laboratories of New York University. Because much of the… | ||
| scan0040 | The Autocar road test of a 37 HP 4.3-Litre Twelve-Cylinder Atalanta Saloon. | ||
| View original record | April 28th, 1939. 1104 727 The Autocar THE AUTOCAR ROAD TESTS No. 1,274.—37 h.p. 4.3-LITRE TWELVE-CYLINDER ATALANTA SALOON THERE is individuality of both appearance and design in the Atalanta, a… | ||
| scan0041 | Road test report from 'The Autocar' magazine for the Atalanta vehicle, including diagrams and performance review. | ||
| View original record | 728 File for Prm The Autocar April 28th, 1939. " The Autocar " Road Tests Front Track 4'5" Wheelbase 10'0" Rear Track 4'6" (Diagram with measurements: 5'5", 14'8", 18", 40", 5 1/2", 47", 49", 43", 34… | ||
| scan0042 | Letter to the Studebaker Corporation requesting a specific crankshaft damper. | ||
| View original record | 1104 c. Roy. Experimental Dept. Rm/Swdl.1/MH. 18th. May, 1939. Studebaker Corporation, 385, Euston Road, LONDON, N.W.1. Dear Sirs, Some time ago we acquired a Studebaker crankshaft damper in the… | ||
| scan0043 | Letter from Studebaker Distributors Ltd. regarding the inability to supply a crank shaft damper from stock. | ||
| View original record | [Illegible shorthand] 110K CUSTOMERS CARS ARE ONLY DRIVEN BY MEMBERS OF OUR STAFF AT OWNERS RISK. REGISTERED OFFICES: 385, EUSTON ROAD, N.W.I. CABLES: BENTLEYS. TELEGRAMS: STUDEBAKER, NORWEST, LONDON.… | ||
| scan0044 | Letter to Studebaker Distributors Limited regarding the inability to carry out an experiment due to lack of time. | ||
| View original record | 1104 Rm/Swdl.4/R. 22nd May, 1939. Studebaker Distributors Limited, 385, Euston Road, LONDON. N.W.1. SPARE PARTS DEPARTMENT. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of the 19th May - reference SWG/NP. In… | ||
| scan0045 | Letter enclosing photos of a Peugeot, discussing its features and a planned visit to Derby. | ||
| View original record | 1104 AA4/BK.12.6.39. Dear Rm, I enclose four photos of the Pugeot which I mentioned to you when last I saw you. They would have been along sooner, but the ones taken at the Brighton Rally were not… | ||
| scan0046 | Page with four photographs of a streamlined sports car, registration number EYU 9, at a race track. | ||
| View original record | EYU 9 GB Blue Bird The Motor DUNLOP LOP | ||
| scan0047 | Secret memo discussing pictures of a Peugeot and a new Bentley car with a big engine. | ||
| View original record | 1104 SECRET. W/S. AA. from Rm. Rm7/R.13.6.39. Many thanks for your pictures of the Pugeot which are of considerable interest. You will be glad to hear that we have now got our Bentley car with a big… | ||
| scan0048 | Testing a 4-cylinder 2½-litre Riley engine and a proposal to develop a similar engine for the Ripplet model. | ||
| View original record | 1104 By. from Rm. Rml3/R.13.6.39. 4-cylinder Engine. In company with Jenner, we had the opportunity of trying Mr. Skinner's 4-cylinder 2½-litre Riley. The engine is 3.17 bore by 4.725 stroke giving a… | ||
| scan0049 | Page from an automotive industry publication discussing tire pricing, sales records, and new passenger car registrations. | ||
| View original record | 626 1104 Higher Mass-Distributor Tire Prices Foreseen by Industry FTC Order Against U. S. Rubber Co. May Lead to Revised Bonus System Sweeping revision of the tire industry's pricing system, with… | ||
| scan0050 | Newsletter page from 'Automotive Industries' covering various automotive and aviation industry news. | ||
| View original record | 625 NEWS OF THE INDUSTRY Noise Is Challenge To World Engineers German Visitors View U. S. Methods Engineers throughout the world face a challenge to further reduce noise of automotive equipment, a… | ||
| scan0051 | Article from 'The Motor' magazine about the Lagonda V12 for the Le Mans race. | ||
| View original record | The Motor 110H 740 June 13, 1939. DEVELOPMENT. The engine of the new car is substantially standard but has revised carburation, higher compression and a sump deepened, by the use of a plastic distance… | ||
| scan0052 | Magazine article about streamlined open and closed racing cars for the Le Mans 24-hour race. | ||
| View original record | June 13, 1939. 739 The Motor Streamlining at Le Mans Open and Closed Racing Cars for the 24-hour Race This Week-end Adler, who won the Biennial cup last year, have entered two streamlined saloons… | ||
| scan0053 | Article from 'The Motor' magazine analysing a Lagonda race car, its specifications, and race prospects. | ||
| View original record | June 13, 1939. 741 The Motor The regulation Le Mans seats are, of course, provided, but the body is, to some extent, offset and the height above the passenger seat is markedly reduced. In this way the… | ||
| scan0054 | Preview from 'The Motor' magazine of the 1939 Le Mans 24 Hours sports car race, including a track map and list of entrants. | ||
| View original record | The Motor 742 June 13, 1939. 24 Hours Challenge All About the Great Sports Car Race at Le Mans Next Week-end AT four o'clock next Saturday afternoon, June 17, 49 exhausts are due to shake the air on… | ||
| scan0055 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding a new design for a spare wheel cover. | ||
| View original record | 1025 c. Rm. Da/JD. Confidential. 17th. August 1939. BY.3/N. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. Dear Sirs, Re: Spare wheel cover - 33.G.Vll. We send herewith a print… | ||
| scan0056 | Cover memo regarding figures for the sales of cars in Great Britain, including 1938. | ||
| View original record | 11OH W/S. To Sg. from Rm/Gry. c. Cx. c. Bly. c. By. Rm/Gry.12/MH.22.8.39. Herewith for record purposes, figures for the sales of cars in Great Britain including those for 1938. Rm/Gry. | ||
| scan0057 | Table of new private car registrations in Great Britain by horse power class from 1929 to 1938. | ||
| View original record | REGISTRATIONS—continued Table 38 New Registrations of Private Cars by Horse Power Classes in Great Britain Year ended September 1929 1930 1931 1932 1933 1934 1935 1936 1937 1938 1–6 h.p. ..... 4 7 5 5… | ||
| scan0058 | Graph comparing car acceleration from 20 to 40 M.P.H. against fuel consumption in litres per ton per mile for various models. | ||
| View original record | Title and Axes: { Y-Axis: ACCEL. 20 TO 40 M.P.H. FT/SEC², X-Axis: LITRES PER TON PER MILE }, Legend: { Solid Dot: 1.7 to 2 LITRES, Circle with Dot: 2 - 3 LITRES, Open Circle: 3 LITRES UPWARDS. }, Data… | ||
| scan0060 | Inquiry to Sunbeam Motors Ltd. regarding radiator coolant loss in Talbot 10 and Minx cars. | ||
| View original record | 1104 Rm/Gry.10/JH. 11th. December, 1939. Sunbeam Motors Ltd., Automobile Mfrs. Barlby Road, LONDON.W.10. For the attention of the Service Manager. Dear Sir, There are several Talbot 10's and Minxes… | ||
| scan0061 | Performance and specification comparison between Vauxhall 14 and Rover 16 models. | ||
| View original record | 1104 NRC.II.12.39. Vauxhall 14 and Rover 16. Attached are published performance and specification figures for the 1935 & 1939 Vauxhall and 1939 Rover 16. from which data I have worked out other… | ||
| scan0062 | Comparison of performance and specification data for Vauxhall I4 and Rover I6 models. | ||
| View original record | Vauxhall I4 and Rover I6. Litres Weight Unladen Cwts. Axle Ratio Revs per Mile Litres per Ton Litres per Mile Litres per Ton Mile Secs. 20to40 MPH. Accel. Ft/Sec.2 Vauxhall I4.2door 1935 'Motor'… | ||
| scan0063 | Note about a letter from Morris Motors regarding fin and tube radiators. | ||
| View original record | 1104 Letter from Morris Motors 30. January 1940. re fin & tube Radiators. see file 1280. | ||
| scan0064 | Summary of design trends in 1940 cars, extracted from a S.A.E. journal. | ||
| View original record | file 1104 TRENDS IN DESIGN - 1940 CARS. In the S.A.E. Journal of November 1939 there is a very good resume of the trend in design of 1940 cars. Everyone should read this, but the following are… | ||
| scan0065 | List of modifications and specifications for competitor vehicles, including Cadillac, Buick, and Hudson. | ||
| View original record | -2- (11) Cadillac and LaSalle have modified their manifolds so that they run parallel to the ground and not to the engine. Also increased fuel pump sizes by 20%. (12) Buick silencers are made of Terne… | ||
| scan0066 | Summary of technical specifications for American cars, covering tyres, brakes, suspension, and frames. | ||
| View original record | -5- (21) Tyres. The Packard 120 has 7.00 x 16 4-ply tyres. The Packard 6 and 120 tyre size is reduced from 6.50 x 16 to 6.25 x 16 (22) Brakes. Hydraulic brakes are now universal in America now that… | ||
| scan0067 | List of observations on competitor automobile design trends, including features on aerials, jacks, body dimensions, and convertible tops. | ||
| View original record | -4- (26) Overhead radio aerials are coming in owing to the dis-appearance of running boards. (27) Buick's have a jack which is applied to the outside of the wheel by means of a lug on top of the jack… | ||
| scan0068 | Letter from the Experimental Department responding to a query about valve seat recessing on a Rapier car. | ||
| View original record | 1360 Experimental Dept. Rm/CTS.2/MH. 1st. March, 1940. - Smith, Esq., 55, Albany Park Road, Kingston, SURREY. Dear Sir, In answer to the query contained in your letter (no date) with reference to your… | ||
| scan0069 | Letter to Smith, Esq. discussing the effects of adjusting valve timing on engine performance. | ||
| View original record | - Smith, Esq. -2- 1st. March, 1940. By adjusting the valve timing slightly later, the lost power at the top would probably be regained, but low speed performance would suffer. Finally, we would say,… | ||
| scan0070 | Specifications of the Minx Gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 1104 + 1153 To Ev. From Rm/FJH. Rm/FJH.3/MH.8.3.40. GEARBOX. Herewith particulars of the Minx Gearbox as promised to you yesterday. Nos. of teeth. 1st. M. shaft 21 2nd. M. shaft C.M. 29 3rd. 25 2nd.… | ||
| scan0071 | With a data table for tooth depth and chordal thickness, recommending a new process for forming oil grooves on splines. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/FJH.3/MH.8.3.40. Depth below top of tooth. Chordal thickness. 0 0.050 0.125 0.175 0.250 0.025 0.106 0.190 0.2255 0.247 Concerning splines, we do not at present have a separate grinding… | ||
| scan0072 | Thank you letter regarding the performance impact of engine alterations. | ||
| View original record | your ref Rm/CTS²/MH. 261 55, Albany Park Road, Kingston, Surrey. File 19th March, 1940. Dear Sirs, I thank you for your letter of the 1st inst. & I must apologise for not answering this before owing… | ||
| scan0073 | Test report and review of competing 10-HP cars, specifically the Vauxhall and Austin saloons. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. 1104. Rm/AA.2/B.3.4.40. 10-HP. CARS Last week I tested the following 1940 cars - Vauxhall, Austin, Hillman, Wolseley, Morris, Sunbeam-Talbot. I also took out the following 1939 cars as 1940… | ||
| scan0074 | Technical assessment and comparison of an Austin Saloon and a Hillman Minx Saloon. | ||
| View original record | Rm. -2- Rm/AA.2/B.3.4.40. Austin Saloon (Ctd:- Gear Box 4 speed, synchro-mesh on 2nd, 3rd and top. Operation very stiff. 1st gear very noisy, 2nd and 3rd passable. Rear Axle Very noisy up and down at… | ||
| scan0075 | Performance and handling comparison report for a Wolseley Saloon and a Morris Saloon. | ||
| View original record | -3- Rm/AA.2/B.3.4.40 Rm WOLSELEY SALOON - Mileage 627. Engine Very smooth. O.H.V. Engine. Tappets rather noisy. Not a very lively performer but no fuss. Gear Box 4 speed, synchro-mesh 2nd, 3rd and… | ||
| scan0076 | Competitor vehicle assessment report for Morris and Sunbeam-Talbot models. | ||
| View original record | -4- Rm Rm/AA.2/B.3.4.40. Morris Saloon (Ctd:- Body Rather rattly and looks cheap. Luggage space at the rear is fair and the "parcel room" is good. Acceleration figures. 10-30 m.p.h. in top - 10 secs.… | ||
| scan0077 | Performance and quality assessment of three 1939 saloon cars. | ||
| View original record | -5- Rm Rm/AA.2/B.3.4.40. 1939 Sunbeam-Talbot Saloon (Ctd:- Body Quiet but very small. Luggage space fair but no "Parcel room". Acceleration figures. 10-30 m.p.h. in top - 12.2/5 secs. 0-50 " through… | ||
| scan0078 | Report continuing the review of a 1939 Standard 12 Saloon and summarizing competitor 10-HP car performance. | ||
| View original record | Rm -6- Rm/AA.2/B.3.4.40. 1939 Standard 12 Saloon (Ctd:- Brakes Bendix - very good and light. Handbrake of the pistol grip type, under the instrument board in the centre - not very easy to reach and… | ||
| scan0079 | Comparing Wolseley, Standard, and Hillman cars and discussing the potential purchase of a second-hand vehicle. | ||
| View original record | -7- As to general fitting and finish of the interior of the body and seat comfort, the 10-HP Wolseley was remarkable and is worthy of note from this point of view. Its performance, however, was down… | ||
| scan0080 | Options for sourcing a second-hand Standard 10 HP car. | ||
| View original record | 1104 ), KFA To Rm. Rm/AA.9/B.5.4.40. STANDARD 10 H.P. CAR. This morning you mentioned that you were going to London next week. Standard 10's, second-hand, are difficult to get hold of and as you… | ||
| scan0081 | Request to borrow a Lagonda car for comparative testing at the Works. | ||
| View original record | (104. Rm.14/ML. 9.4.40. J.Deveureux,Esq., High Duty Alloys,Ltd., Buckingham Ave., Trading Estate, Slough, Bucks. Dear Deveureux, You once said that you would lend me your Lagonda if I wanted to borrow… | ||
| scan0082 | Arranging the viewing of a second-hand 1940 Super 10 Standard Saloon. | ||
| View original record | 1104. To Rm. Second-hand 1940 Super 10 Standard Saloon, property of British & Colonial Motors, 140 Long Acre. I have arranged that this car shall be at the Bentley Showrooms in Conduit Street, at… | ||
| scan0083 | Letter from High Duty Alloys Ltd. regarding the loan of a Lagonda. | ||
| View original record | 1104 HIGH DUTY ALLOYS LTD. TELEPHONE: SLOUGH 21201 (PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE) TELEGRAMS: ALLOYS, SLOUGH. DIRECTORS: W. C. DEVEREUX, F. R. Ae. S., (Managing) DUNCAN McKELLAR. Our Ref WCD/RMM Your Ref… | ||
| scan0084 | Letter from British & Colonial Motors regarding a customer's test drive and subsequent engine tuning. | ||
| View original record | File 1104. TELEPHONE: TEMPLE BAR 3588. CABLES: BRITIONAL, RAND. DIRECTORS: A.LE FRANCOIS. G.A.COURIE. R.W.HUDGINS. L.G.WALTON. C.G.HOUDANAKE. BRITISH & COLONIAL MOTORS LTD. 140 Long Acre & Upper St.… | ||
| scan0085 | Letter to W.C. Devereux of High Duty Alloys Ltd. regarding the use of a car for no more than a week. | ||
| View original record | Rm.17/ML. 15.4.40. W.C.Devereux,Esq., High Duty Alloys Ltd., 89, Buckingham Ave., Trading Estate, Slough. Bucks. Dear Devereux, Many thanks for your letter. We shall not require the car for more than… | ||
| scan0086 | Letter regarding the urgent purchase of a 1939 Super Standard 10-HP car. | ||
| View original record | 1104 File RE/AA.S/P. 15th April 1940. J. Hadley Esq., Anchor Garage, LIPHOOK, Hants. ------ Dear Joe, We are anxious to purchase a 1939 Super Standard 10-HP. It must be in first class condition and a… | ||
| scan0087 | Letter to British & Colonial Motors regarding poor suspension feedback on a 10-HP Standard Car after a trial run. | ||
| View original record | 1104. File Rm/AA.4/T. 15th April 1940. Mr. J. B. Donaldson, British & Colonial Motors, 140, Long Acre, LONDON. W.C.2. Dear Sir, Thanks for yours of 13th inst. regarding the trial run our Mr. Robotham… | ||
| scan0088 | Letter to the Society of Motor Manufacturers & Traders requesting sales figures for popular 10-HP cars. | ||
| View original record | 1104. Rm/AA.1/P. 22nd April 1940. Society of Motor Manufacturers & Traders Ltd., Statistical Department, Hobart House, Wilton Street, LONDON, S.W.1. ---------------- Dear Sirs, We are anxious to… | ||
| scan0089 | Comparing the interior body dimensions of a Lagonda car with the Cresta and Bentley V models. | ||
| View original record | 110H c HS. To Rm. from Ev/JD. c. to Ev. Rm/FD. Ev/JD.8/JH.26.4.40. Body Dimensions. At your request on Thursday April 25th. we measured the main interior dimensions of the Lagonda car, we also… | ||
| scan0090 | Comparative table of vehicle dimensions for Lagonda, B.V., and Cresta models. | ||
| View original record | -2- Ev/JD.8/JH.26.4.40. Lagonda. B.V. Cresta. Head Room from top of well. 42.000 47.000 47.000 Head Room from Bottom of well 46.000 47.000 47.000 Steering Wheel to rear seat squab. 67.000 63.000… | ||
| scan0091 | Performance test results for a Lagonda 12 Cylinder car comparing acceleration times using Ethyl and Pool fuel. | ||
| View original record | 1104. To Rm. from Rm/Wym. Rm/Wym.3/SW.30.4.40. Lagonda Car 12 Cyl. Performance tests were carried out on the above car using ETHYL spirit instead of POOL. We were able to advance the ignition a… | ||
| scan0092 | And comparing the acceleration performance figures of a Lagonda against another vehicle, likely a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | COPY. TO Sg. Cx.2/KN.3.5.40. LAGONDA. I return herewith the papers about the Lagonda. The comparisons are of course very interesting, but in order that one can appreciate the comparison of performance… | ||
| scan0093 | From Sg. to Ev. requesting information on tests concerning 'The Lagonda' in the absence of Rm. | ||
| View original record | COPY. To Ev. from Sg. Sg.13/KW.6.5.40. re The Lagonda. In the absence of Rm., can you please give me the answer to the points raised by Cx ? I am referring to you because I do not know who actually… | ||
| scan0094 | Secret internal memo concerning Lagonda, attaching a note and a drafted reply. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. To Rm. from Ev. c. to Rm/Wym. [Strikethrough] re Lagonda. Ev.9/JH.7.5.40. We attach herewith a copy of a note received from Sg. and a copy of a memo. he has had from Ux. The matter was… | ||
| scan0095 | Secret internal memorandum comparing performance tests against a Lagonda vehicle. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. To Sg. from Ev. re The Lagonda. We have considered Cx.2/KW.5.5.40. with Rm/Whyman, who carried out the tests in question. The Kegworth Bye-pass was used for side by side tests and the Shardlow… | ||
| scan0096 | Comparison of acceleration figures between a Lagonda and model 11.B.V. (Comet) from a 1939 Autocar test. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. Side by side tests corroborated the clock figures. We give below the figures of an Autocar test of a Lagonda given in the issue of June 30th. 1939 with corresponding figures for Comet… | ||
| scan0097 | Comparison of alleged and actual performance curves for a Lagonda vehicle. | ||
| View original record | Rm/TAS. from Rm. c. Rm/Wym. c. Rm/CTS. 11074 Rm.10/ML.20.5.40. Here is an alleged B.H.P. curve of the Lagonda we tried the other day. When you have made your comparison on a ton/miles per c.c. basis,… | ||
| scan0098 | Comparative table of interior dimensions and other data for different 10 HP car bodies. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten top: Rm/Hewitt How does this compare with Mr Greens Standard To Rm 1104 Typed Title: 10 H.P. STANDARD Handwritten: Rm I give below dimensions of the interior of a Standard Super 10 H.P.… | ||
| scan0099 | Performance and petrol consumption test results for a Bentley Car 11 B.V. Unit B.80. No.3, comparing Stromberg and S.U. carburettors. | ||
| View original record | Lagonda file 1104 Ev. from Rm/Wym. c. JNR. c. Rm/CTS. Bentley Car 11 B.V. Unit B.80. No.3. We have carried out performance and petrol consumption tests on 11.B.V. car with a Duplex Stromberg carb.… | ||
| scan0100 | Comparison of fuel consumption figures for Stromberg versus 3 S.U. carburettors, with details of the test vehicle's configuration. | ||
| View original record | -2- The following are the figures:- Stromberg. 3 S.U's. 20 M.P.H. ... ... 18.27 M.P.G.? - 19.44 M.P.G. 30 " ... ... 19.16 " ? - 16.75 " 40 " ... ... 16.33 " - 15.00 " 50 " ... ... 15.41 " - 14.41 " 60… | ||
| scan0101 | Performance curves for a 12 Cylinder Lagonda. | ||
| View original record | 1104 To Rm. Jnr.6/JH.17.5.40. 12 Cylinder Lagonda. Herewith are the curves for horse power, B.M.E.P., torque, and petrol consumption. Will you please return the original to me after you have obtained… | ||
| scan0102 | Forwarding a report on the poor performance of a Lagonda power plant due to low M.E.P. | ||
| View original record | File 1104 Ev. from Rm. c. Jnr. Rm.1/ML.1.7.40. Herewith a report by Rm/TAS on a Lagonda, which is rather interesting. It emphasizes that the poor performance of the Lagonda is due to the low speed… | ||
| scan0103 | Performance comparison memorandum between a 12-cylinder Lagonda and a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | Ev. from Rm. c. Jnr. 12 CYLINDER LAGONDA. in Rm.10/ML.20.5.40. Herewith the details requested SHEET 1. Curve 1 represents the clutch B.H.P. of the unit in the actual car tested. Curve 2. is an… | ||
| scan0104 | Performance comparison of various cars, including Lagonda, Bentley, and Wraith, based on 'Cubic Ft./Ton Mile' figures. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Cont'd. Rm.6/ML.30.6.40. travelling three up are as follows :- CUBIC FT./TON MILE for cars 12 Cylinder Lagonda 100 Bentley 60 (11.B.V.) 119 Standard Bentley V. 110 Wraith 96 These figures again… | ||
| scan0105 | Graph comparing the Brake Mean Effective Pressure (B.M.E.P.) of a 12-cylinder Lagonda engine and a Bentley B80 engine. | ||
| View original record | 12 CYL LAGONDA AND BENTLEY 80. THESE CURVES REPRESENT A DIRECT COMP-ARISON BETWEEN B 80 AND 12 CYL. LAGONDA. A) B.M.E.P. OF ENGINE UNIT B 80 No 3 IN CHASSIS 11 B 5 FITTED WITH TWIN EXHAUST SYSTEM AND… | ||
| scan0106 | Performance graph for a Lagonda V12 engine, plotting B.HP and B.M.E.P. against R.P.M. | ||
| View original record | LAGONDA V 12 B.H.P. B.M.E.P. R.P.M. FIGURES PROVIDED BY JNR CLUTCH H.P. WITH TEST BED SILENCERS FITTED CURVE DERIVED FROM ACCELERATION FIGURES OBTAINED ON THE ROAD. I.E. IT IS A CLUTCH H.P. CURVE FOR… | ||
| scan0107 | Letter on Grosvenor Hotel letterhead discussing a BMW's performance, specifically its ignition, weight, and fuel consumption. | ||
| View original record | GROSVENOR HOTEL R. A. C. and A. A. Recommended FAMILY and COMMERCIAL STOCKBRIDGE Phone No. 9 1104 28. 6. 41. Dear Rowbotham, I hope you had a good day in London yesterday & managed to do something… | ||
| scan0108 | Letter on Grosvenor Hotel letterhead discussing bonnet and battery specifications. | ||
| View original record | GROSVENOR HOTEL FAMILY and COMMERCIAL STOCKBRIDGE Phone No. 9 R.A.C. and A.A. Recommended GMN/ 17.9.25 bonnet of the little Pryme but he didnt know if it was 14 or 16. The former I hope. 13/14 for a 4… | ||
| scan0109 | Telegram from Minchin to Robotham arranging a visit to the Derby factory. | ||
| View original record | ROBOTHAM ROLLS ROYCE DERBY = I WOULD LIKE TO ARRANGE MY DERBY VISIT WITH THAT OF ANOTHER MEMBER OF OUR STAFF WHO IS GOING TO A PLACE NEARBY IF I COULD ARRIVE LUNCHTIME 25 AND RETURN MORNING OF 27 TH… | ||
| scan0110 | Weight measurements of Mr. Minchin's B.M.W. | ||
| View original record | 1104 To Rm. from Rm/Wym. Rm/Wym.6/ST.30.6.41. Mr. MINCHIN'S B.M.W. -------------------- Total weight of car as received:- T. CTS. QRS. LBS. Front - 11 0 14 Rear - 12 3 0 Total 1 3 3 7 Rm/Wym. | ||
| scan0111 | Weight measurement report for a Mr. Minchin's B.M.W. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/Wym. 1104 Rm/Wym.6/ET.30.6.41. Mr. MINCHIN'S B.M.W. --------------------- Total weight of car as received:- T. CTS. QRS. LBS. Front - 11 0 14 Rear - 12 3 0 Total 1 3 3 7 Rm/Wym.… | ||
| scan0112 | Letter on Pritchett & Gold letterhead regarding the weight and performance of a B.R.W. car, its brakes, and a new lighter battery. | ||
| View original record | 1104 CONTRACTORS TO THE WAR OFFICE, AND AIR MINISTRY WORKS: DAGENHAM DOCK, ESSEX TELEPHONE No.: POTTER STREET 106/07. PRITCHETT & GOLD AND E.P.S. Co., LTD. WITH WHICH IS INCORPORATED THE BUSINESSES OF… | ||
| scan0113 | Invitation to test drive a newly acquired 1940 Lancia Aprilia and compare it to other vehicles. | ||
| View original record | To: Rm. Cannot imagine 1104 Lov/Mz.15/PH 22.5.42. Supercharger Exp. Office, Derby. (Ext. 346) Dear Rm, I have recently acquired a 1940 Aprilia, which is at present in the Lancia Service Station at… | ||
| scan0114 | Declining an offer to test drive an Aprilia car due to a full schedule. | ||
| View original record | 1104 To Lov/Mz. from Rm. Rm.4/ET.28.5.42. Rm. wishes me to thank you for your memo Lov/Mz.15/PH.22.5.42 offering to let him try your Aprilia car. He is sorry that his programme for the week-end is too… | ||
| scan0115 | Interim report on the performance and failures of various small cars, with a detailed log for a Studebaker. | ||
| View original record | Chassis To Rm. from Wym/C.Lee. c. to Wym. Wym/C.Lee. 1/OH.23.8.43. Interim Report on our small cars at Clan Foundry i.e. Vauxhall, Austin 10 HP, Austin 8 HP, Lancia and Studebaker. We have now run a… | ||
| scan0116 | List of vehicle repairs and maintenance notes with corresponding mileage readings. | ||
| View original record | -2- Speedo Reading. Brakes relined front and rear 33,721 Exhaust silencer, inner pipe of expansion chamber repaired. " Steering - new bush and fitting bolt to X steering tube anchorage. " Propellor… | ||
| scan0117 | Maintenance and issues with an Austin 10 HP and a Lancia Aprilia. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - AUSTIN 10 HP -cont'd- We have removed the cylinder head on three occasions to remove carbon and fit new gaskets which have failed, and are now grinding the valves in for the first time since… | ||
| scan0118 | Log of failures and repairs for a Lancia Aprilia and an Austin 8 HP, with corresponding mileage readings. | ||
| View original record | - 4 - Lancia Aprilia -cont'd- Speedo Reading. Carburettor "Zenith Type" dismantled and cleaned. 29,085 Sparking plugs cleaned and re-set to cure misfires " Starter control Bowden cable broken "… | ||
| scan0119 | Continued log of vehicle failures and maintenance for an Austin 8 HP, with corresponding speedometer readings, and a note on a Vauxhall 10 HP. | ||
| View original record | - 5 - AUSTIN 8 HP -cont'd- Speedo Reading. Electrical cut out failed 6,974 Front door lock O.S. Failed 9,530 Speedometer cable failed. 12,651 Battery failed 12,814 Door handle retaining bolts sheared… | ||
| scan0120 | Log of vehicle repairs and component failures with corresponding speedometer readings. | ||
| View original record | - 6 - The original engine fitted to this car ran a total mileage of 44,000 miles after which it was returned to Vauxhall Motors Ltd for complete recondition. Speedo Reading. Engine dismantled, main… | ||
| scan0121 | Log of vehicle faults, repairs, and component replacements recorded by mileage. | ||
| View original record | - 7 - Speedo Reading. Exhaust silencer broken away at end of expansion chamber 36,192 Door lock spring failed new one fitted. 36,769 Clutch operating cable failed 39,219 Exhaust silencer tail pipe… | ||
| scan0122 | Comparison of petrol and oil consumption figures for various competitor car models. | ||
| View original record | - 8 - The petrol and oil consumption of the cars are as follows :- Petrol Oil. Studebaker 20 m.p.g. 1,000 to 300 m.p.g. Austin 10 HP. 30 " 3,860 to 2,500 m.p.g. Lancia 25 " 1,264 to 1,000 m.p.g.… | ||
| scan0123 | Explaining an attached chart of car engine R.P.M. figures at 60 Miles per Hour. | ||
| View original record | To wjm/CL. from Ev/JD. c. to Rm. [Strikethrough] c. to Rm. [Strikethrough] c. to Ev. [Strikethrough] Chassis [Handwritten] EV/JD.7/JH.22.10.43. Car Engine R.P.M.'s. at 60 Miles per Hour. On the… | ||
| scan0124 | Comparison table of various cars, listing axle ratios, tyre sizes, and performance data at 60MPH. | ||
| View original record | Ev/JD.7/JH.22.10.43. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Carb. | Axle Ratio | Tyre size. | Measured. | Static. (Chart) | At 60MPH Chart | At 60MPH… | ||
| scan0125 | Letter of gratitude for repairs to a 100,000-mile car. | ||
| View original record | Chassis Rm, Belper. Lp7/LA.29.10.43. Dear Rm., While full of shame for the necessity of work done, I must express my gratitude for the repairs to the 100,000 mile car, and say thank you very much! I… | ||
| scan0126 | Article from 'The Motor' magazine detailing Mercedes-Benz and Hanomag-Diesel speed record attempts on a German autobahn. | ||
| View original record | The Motor 60 1104 February 14, 1939. 3-litre Mercedes-Benz does Record for the Mile Raised by Nearly 100 m.p.h.! Used for First Time Image Caption 1: “THAT WAY!” Says Herr Neubauer, Mercedes-Benz… | ||
| scan0127 | Page from 'The Motor' magazine reporting on the Oxford University Trial and the Coventry Cup trial. | ||
| View original record | February 14, 1939. 59 The Motor J. Clifford-Smith (Austin) pauses to reflect on Crowell. R. E. Richards (Rover Special), winner of the Oxford Trophy. DIFFICULT OXFORD UNIVERSITY TRIAL Only One Premier… | ||
| scan0128 | Test report on a Hillman 14 HP car with registration JPA.762. | ||
| View original record | 1104 Clones To Wym. from Wym/C.Lee. c. to Rm. HILLMAN 14 HP. JPA.762. We have the following comments to make on the above car. ENGINE. The engine is smooth and progressive. Performance good. The… | ||
| scan0129 | Vehicle assessment report detailing issues with suspension, body, and providing technical specifications. | ||
| View original record | + 2 - SUSPENSION. Rear of car is too soft, otherwise quite a good ride. This car is a very bad example of noisy road springs, when both rear springs decide to squeak the noise is most disturbing.… | ||
| scan0130 | Specification sheet detailing gearbox, dimensions, wheels, and capacities of a vehicle. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - SPECIFICATION - cont'd- Bendix Cowdray "Duo Servo" type Brakes. Complete box girder chassis frame. Flexible centrally mounted radiator shell and front wings. Gearbox. Synchro-mesh on all forward… | ||
| scan0131 | The weight of a car when fully fuelled, including front, rear, and total measurements. | ||
| View original record | - 4 - Weight of Car full of petrol. Front 12 cwts 3 qrs. Rear 14 cwts 2 qrs. Total 1 Ton 7 cwts 1 qr. Wym/C.Lee. | ||
| scan0132 | Internal memorandum inquiring about the performance and failures of the Minx gearbox used in the 14 HP Hillman chassis. | ||
| View original record | 1104 To: Hs/Dd. from Rm. Rm. 13/h. 7.2.44. c.c. to Wym. c. to Ev. c.c. to PJH c. to Ev/Tln. BEHAVIOUR OF MINX BOX IN 14 H.P. HILLMAN CHASSIS. I understand that you have had considerable experience of… | ||
| scan0133 | Vehicle assessment report on the Hillman Minx 10 HP 1942 model. | ||
| View original record | 110A To Wym. from Wym/C.Lee. c. to Rm. Wym/C.Lee.6/OH. 17.2.44. HILLMAN MINX 10 HP - 1942 MODEL. We have the following comments to make on the above car :- ENGINE. The engine is fairly smooth up to 40… | ||
| scan0134 | Vehicle road test report detailing suspension, miscellaneous issues, and performance figures, with a comparison to a Vauxhall 10 HP. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - SUSPENSION. In comparison with our Vauxhall 10 HP. this is a poor ride, pitches badly at front and feels to hard at rear. There is a tendency for the car to roll when taking bends. The road… | ||
| scan0135 | Specification sheet detailing petrol consumption, engine, gearbox, and dimensions for a vehicle. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - Petrol Consumption. Over 100 mile run - 29.58 M.P.G. Average Speed 37 M.P.H. SPECIFICATION. No. of Cylinders 4 Cubic Capacity 1184.5 c.c. Bore 2.48" R.A.C. Rating 9.8 Max: Oversize permissable… | ||
| scan0136 | Specification sheet detailing wheel size, fluid capacities, and vehicle weight. | ||
| View original record | - 4 - Wheels. Pressed steel panel wheels. Tyres 5.00" x 16". Capacities. Petrol Tank 7¼ gallons Oil Capacity - engine 7 pints Oil Capacity - gearbox 2 pints Oil Capacity - rear axle 1¾ pints Water… | ||
| scan0137 | Failures of the Minx gear box fitted in a 14 HP Hillman Chassis. | ||
| View original record | Rm. Copy to Wym. " " FJH. " " EV. " " Ev/Tln. 1104 Hs/Dd.7/JT22.2.44. Re: Minx Gear Box in 14 h.p. Hillman Chassis. The Minx gear box was fitted to the Hillman 14 when the latter was first produced,… | ||
| scan0138 | Removal and examination of a Minx gearbox from a 14 HP Hillman chassis for potential use in the Silver Ripple. | ||
| View original record | 1104 To: Wym. From Rm. Rm. 3/h. 25.2.44. c. to Ev c. to FJH. c. to Ev/Tln. MINX GEAR BOX in 14 h.p. HILLMAN CHASSIS. With reference to Hs/Dd. 7/JT. 22.2.44. Dodd tells me that the box in our 14 h.p.… | ||
| scan0139 | Use of an American-made silent chain front end drive for the Wraith, with a comparison to a Cadillac's drive. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. To E. from Hs/Rm. c. to Wor. c. to By. Hs/Rm.4/KW. 26.11.34. Chain Drive for the Wraith. We are trying to get some American made parts for the Wraith silent chain front end drive, so that we… | ||
| scan0140 | Blueprints and the request for detail drawings for the Wraith Engine wheelcase chain drives. | ||
| View original record | x4709 HARDY 1109 c. E. Dept. Hs/Rm. BY/SS26/N.19.12.34. Re: Wraith Engine - Wheelcase Chain Drives. We hand you herewith blueprints of LeC.4260 - Slipper Flywheel, Fan Pulley, and Crankshaft Sprocket… | ||
| scan0141 | Letter from Morse Chain Co. providing engineering data for chain and sprockets. | ||
| View original record | MORSE CHAIN CO., DIVISION OF BORG-WARNER CORPORATION F. L. MORSE, PRES. F. C. THOMPSON, VICE PRES. & GEN. MGR. D. B. PERRY, VICE PRES. & SEC. C. J. KENERSON, TREAS. MANUFACTURERS OF INDUSTRIAL AND… | ||
| scan0142 | Letter from Morse Chain Company requesting a tentative sketch for an Automatic Adjustment Sprocket design. | ||
| View original record | FORM 210 M. C. CO. 2 Rolls Royce, Ltd.: 4/3/34 The Automatic Adjustment Sprocket which engages the back face of the chain is machined to en-gage alternate sections of the chain to that of the other… | ||
| scan0143 | Technical blueprint of a Morse Automatic Adjustment Sprocket. | ||
| View original record | REVISION TABLE: TRANS NO. 2926, DATE 9-10-31, REVISION RELEASED. TRANS NO. 2931, DATE 9-15-31, MARK A, REVISION WAS 120°. TRANS NO. 2958, DATE 9-29-31, MARK B, REVISION WAS 3 3/16. DRAWING… | ||
| scan0144 | Blueprint detailing the dimensions for Guide Groove No. 6 for a duplex chain. | ||
| View original record | DO-1967 GUIDE GROOVE NO.6 .250R. .295 .310 .125 B .265 .275 -.03125R. C .2784 .2934 A REVISION TABLE: CHG. NO. | DATE | SYM | REVISION 662 | 7-18-25 | | Released 689 | 8-10-25 | A | .015R REMOVED FROM… | ||
| scan0145 | Blueprint for a crankshaft sprocket for the Cadillac Motor Car Co. | ||
| View original record | DO-4866 TOOTHSPACE KEYWAY 3°-12'-51" 67°-30' .251/.253 1.622/1.627 TYPE #766 STAMP HERE STAMP 'O' HERE A 3.339/3.349 O.D. 1.489/1.490 REAM 1.5010/1.5015 GRIND 1 5/8 1 1/8 1/2 THESE FACES MUST BE… | ||
| scan0146 | Automotive engineering data for Morse genuine silent chains and sprockets. | ||
| View original record | 81109. MORSE GENUINE SILENT CHAINS AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING DATA The 3/8" pitch type No. 766 chain. Dimensions for sprocket centers, chain and sprocket data. Perfection in Timing Chains Ithaca, N. Y.… | ||
| scan0147 | Sprocket and chain dimension data for center guide and side guide type timing chains. | ||
| View original record | SPROCKET and CHAIN DIMENSION DATA CENTER GUIDE TYPE NOMINAL CHAIN WIDTH 3/4 | 1 | 1 1/4 | 1 1/2 | 1 3/4 A: 11/16 | 15/16 | 1 3/16 | 1 7/16 | 1 11/16 B: 3/4 | 1 | 1 1/4 | 1 1/2 | 1 3/4 C: 25/32 | 1… | ||
| scan0148 | Letter to the Morse Chain Co. discussing chain pitch preferences following a visit to the Graham-Paige plant. | ||
| View original record | R1109. Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.16/KW. 13th April, 1934. The Morse Chain Co., 7601, Central Avenue, Detroit, Michigan, U.S.A. For the attention of Mr. Hawley. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of April… | ||
| scan0149 | Letter to The Morse Chain Co. questioning statistics on the popularity of gear drives over chain drives. | ||
| View original record | USA 3 81109 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rn. S/KW. 21st April, 1934. F.C. Thomas, Esq., The Morse Chain Co., Detroit, Michigan, U.S.A. Dear Mr. Thomas, I observe in a recent number of "Automotive Industries" in… | ||
| scan0150 | Letter to F.C. Thomas of The Morse Chain Co. thanking him for the courtesy extended to Mr. Robotham. | ||
| View original record | Y1109. Sg.39/KW. 7th May, 1934. F.C. Thomas, Esq., The Morse Chain Co., Detroit, Michigan, U.S.A. Dear Mr. Thomas, Mr. Robotham tells me that he had a very interesting time at the Morse Factory while… | ||
| scan0151 | Letter from Morse Chain Co. discussing the relative merits of 1/2 inch and 3/8 inch pitch chains. | ||
| View original record | MORSE CHAIN Co., DIVISION OF BORG-WARNER CORPORATION [Handwritten Note Top Left]: E Please note & return [Handwritten Note Top Centre]: u593 [Handwritten Note Top Right]: 81109. D. B. PERRY, VICE… | ||
| scan0152 | Letter from Morse Chain Company discussing chain drive systems in various American car engines. | ||
| View original record | FORM 816 M. C. CO. 2 Mr. Robotham: # 2 5/3/34 On the other hand we have the Pontiac 8 cylinder engine, in which the chain drives only the camshaft and no adjustment is used. We obtain equally good… | ||
| scan0153 | Letter from Morse Chain Co. regarding the accuracy of specifications in 'Automotive Industries' and the use of chains versus gears by US car manufacturers. | ||
| View original record | MORSE CHAIN CO. DIVISION OF BORG-WARNER CORPORATION F. L. MORSE, PRES. F. C. THOMPSON, VICE PRES. & GEN. MGR. D. B. PERRY, VICE PRES. & SEC. C. J. KENERSON, TREAS. usa 81109 MANUFACTURERS OF… | ||
| scan0154 | Letter to The Morse Chain Co. Ltd. regarding violent flapping and noise issues with a camshaft chain drive on an experimental unit. | ||
| View original record | 81109 all previous corres. is in Rm's No 3 V.8A 1934 Full I think you had better Experimental Dept. make a chain Full Rm/Swdl.2/MA. 27th October, 1936. The Morse Chain Co.Ltd., Letchworth. Dear Sirs,… | ||
| scan0155 | Letter of inquiry regarding the application of a 'Non bend back' chain, its advantages, and thermal expansion properties. | ||
| View original record | -2- In the meantime we hope that by sending you a picture of the layout, you may with your experience be able to pick on something which will help us in this respect. The design of your "Non bend… | ||
| scan0156 | Letter to Renold & Coventry Chain Co. Ltd. requesting drawings for a self-adjusting Sprocket Tensioner. | ||
| View original record | 8-1109 Rm/CTS6/R. 13th November, 1936. The Renold & Coventry Chain Co.,Ltd., Renold Works, Didsbury, MANCHESTER. For the attention of Mr. Coulson. Dear Sirs, With further reference to our conversation… | ||
| scan0157 | Incompatibility of Parsons chains with Phantom III front wheels, particularly those fitted with discs. | ||
| View original record | F.J. Hardy Please go into this & draft a reply for me to see on P.III Rm 1109 Please reply As you are no doubt aware, we have been informed by W. that we cannot use Parsons chains on the front wheels… | ||
| scan0158 | Issue of fitting snow chains on Bentley chassis equipped with wheel discs. | ||
| View original record | Rm 1109 S/W. BY/Cgh. c. to Hs. Bentley Chassis - Snow Chains. CxIO/KW1.2.37. In reply to BY/Cgh.2/W29.1.37 and with reference to CxIO/KW26.1.37 to Hs, a copy of which I attach, you will see that your… | ||
| scan0159 | Impossibility of fitting non-skid chains to the front wheels of the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | 1189 To Cx. from Rm/FJH. c to Hs. Rm/FJH.8/M.2.2.37. Non Skid Chains on Ph.III. Re your memo CX.10/KW.26.1.37, we agree that it is not possible to fit Parsons chains to the front wheels of Ph.III,… | ||
| scan0160 | The fitment of non-skid chains on a Phantom III and other vehicles. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Hs. 1109 Hs.2/KW.3.2.37. F.T.H. Please let me know Rm Non-Skid Chains on Phantom III Can chains be fitted to either the Packard, the Chevrolet or the Cadillac ? Hs. | ||
| scan0161 | The fitting of non-skid chains to Bentley and R.R. chassis, with and without wheel discs. | ||
| View original record | W/S. Cx. c. Hs. c. Rm. c. BY/Cgh 1109 BY/Cgh.5/W.3.2.37. ALL CHASSIS : NON-SKID CHAINS. With reference to Cx.10/KW.1.2.37, the position in regard to non-skid chains as we see it, is as follows :- (1)… | ||
| scan0162 | Use of non-skid chains on the front wheels of Phantom III and 25/30 models. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Rm. C. to Hs. [text is struck through] 1109 Non-skid Chains on P.III. Rm/FJH.8/M2.2.37. Cx14/KW3.2.37. In your memo you state that the general opinion of the Test and Experimental Departments is… | ||
| scan0163 | Assessment on the feasibility of fitting non-skid chains to the front wheels of Cadillac, Chevrolet, and Packard cars. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from Rm/FJH. 1109 Rm/FJH.1/AP.4.2.37. Replying to Hs.2/KW.3.2.37. - NON-SKID CHAINS ON FRONT WHEELS. CADILLAC. Parson's Chains Foul cross steering tube and side steering lever; also wings on… | ||
| scan0164 | Request to send an official order to The Parsons Chain Co. Ltd. for two pairs of chains. | ||
| View original record | 1109 To Roy. c. to C/JHH. c. to C/Mt. Rm/FD.24/JH.9.3.37. Will you please send an official order to The Parsons Chain Co.Ltd., 11, Victoria Street, London.S.W.1. for 1 Pair of special de luxe 7 x 18… | ||
| scan0165 | Proposal to move the rear jack brackets backwards to enable chains to be fitted, with a request for testing. | ||
| View original record | 1109 Rm/FD. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry/7/R.10.3.37. It is proposed to move the rear jack brackets backwards a distance of 1.450 so as to enable chains to be fitted. I believe B.56.BN is the only Experimental… | ||
| scan0166 | Suggesting to test new, perpetually tensioned Phantom III snow chains on a Bentley to avoid modifying the jack pad position. | ||
| View original record | 1109 To Rm. Copy to Hn. Da. [crossed out] BY. RHC. [crossed out] HPS. [crossed out] Rm/FD. [crossed out] ----------------- E/Ev.1/MN.11.3.37. ----------------- Re Bentley Snow Chains.… | ||
| scan0167 | Advice note regarding the collection of two sets of Parsons chains. | ||
| View original record | To G/JWH. 1109 Rm/FD.10/JH.12.3.37. Herewith the advice note for the 2 sets of Parsons chains collected by Rm/FD. Rm/.FDodd. | ||
| scan0168 | Letter to The Parsons Chain Co. Ltd. requesting a pair of chains for a Bentley wheel, to be adjusted as on the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | 1109. Experimental Dept. Rm/FD.14/JH. 12th March, 1937. The Parsons Chain Co.Ltd., Worcester Road, Stourport-on-Severn, Worcs. Dear Sirs, We should be very obliged if you could supply us with a pair… | ||
| scan0169 | Request to send an official order for a pair of special De Luxe chains for a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | 1109. To Roy. c. to G/JWH. Rm / D.2/DJ.15. 3. 37. Will you please send an official order to The Parsons chain Co,Ltd 11. Victoria St London SW 1. for :- 1 Pair of special De Luxe chains for Bentley… | ||
| scan0170 | Supply and ordering of special snow chains from Parsons. | ||
| View original record | 1109. W/S. To Hn. from Rm/FD. Rm/FD.4/AP.17.3.37. In reply to your memo re snow chains. Hn.4/HK.16.3.37. the attached report will explain. Parsons have not made any stock of these new chains, but they… | ||
| scan0171 | On the design and testing of special snow chains for the P.III, Bentley, and 25/30 HP models. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm/PD. Hu. E. By. Ev. Da. Gx. Hn. ✓ 1109. RM/PD.1/AP.17.3.37. RE. SNOW CHAINS FOR P.III, BENTLEY AND 25/30 HP. Owing to the close proximity of the cross steering tubes to the tyres on the… | ||
| scan0172 | Technical note on the use and specification of special front wheel chains for Bentley and 25/30 HP models. | ||
| View original record | Rm/FD.1/AP.17.3.37. We should however, warn drivers and customers of the inadvisability of using our special chains in a worn out condition on the front wheels. Bentley In the case of the Bentley, we… | ||
| scan0173 | Photograph of two wheels fitted with Dunlop Fort tyres and snow chains, showing the front and back view. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP FORT 7.00 - 18 R.R. PIII SPECIAL. | ||
| scan0174 | Letter to The Parsons Chain Co. Ltd. requesting special DL chains for 25/30 HP cars. | ||
| View original record | 1109 Experimental Dept. Rm/FD.1/JH. 22nd March, 1937. The Parsons Chain Co.Ltd., Worchester Road, Stourport-on-Severn, Worcs. Dear Sirs, We now wish you to supply us with the special DL chains for our… | ||
| scan0175 | The procurement of snow chains and the need to update instruction books for various chassis models. | ||
| View original record | 1109. S/W. Rm/Gry. Cx17/KW22.3.37. re- Snow Chains for all Chassis. Rm/FD.1/AP17.3.37. We were very glad to know the progress made in devising a chain which can be used on all our chassis with discs… | ||
| scan0176 | Whether to stock Parsons' snow chains or have customers obtain them from the manufacturers. | ||
| View original record | 1109 PER BAG. W/S. Cx. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry2/R.23.3.37. Re: Snow Chains for all Chassis. Cx17/KW22.3.37. Before we put in our Instruction Books infor- mation about the new Parsons' chains, will you let… | ||
| scan0177 | Request to send an official order to The Parsons Chain Co. Ltd. for two special de Luxe Chains for a 25/30 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | 1109. To Roy. from Rm/FD. c. to G/JWH. Rm/FD.10/AP.23.3.37. Will you please send an official order to The Parsons Chain Co.Ltd., 11 Victoria Street, London S.W.l. for 2 special de Luxe Chains for… | ||
| scan0178 | Supply of de Luxe snow chains for the 25/30.HP, Phantom III, and Bentley models. | ||
| View original record | 1109. W/S. Hn. from Rm/FD. Rm/FD.9/AP.23.3.37. 25/30.HP. SNOW CHAINS. Parsons Chains Ltd. have now supplied us with a set of de Luxe Chains complete with the spring tensioners to the same pattern as… | ||
| scan0179 | Typed memorandum regarding the supply of snow chains from the Parsons Chain Company for all chassis, particularly the Phantom III model. | ||
| View original record | 1109 S/W. Rm/Gry. Snow Chains for all Chassis. Rm/Gry2/R23.3.37. Cx5/KW24.3.37. Having now heard from the Parsons Chain Company that they will be able to supply chains to the proposed design to any… | ||
| scan0180 | Fitting of new snow chains on P.III, Bentley, and 25/30 models. | ||
| View original record | 1109. By/NW. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry4/R.25.3.37. We send herewith a memo we have had from Cx. on the fitting of snow chains. We have now in the Expt. Dept. chains of the special new Rolls-Royce type for… | ||
| scan0181 | Invoice from Parsons Chain Co. Ltd. for two pairs of chains. | ||
| View original record | 1109. To G/JWH. Rm/FD.16/JH.2.4.37. Herewith invoice from Parsons Chain Co.Ltd., for 2 pairs of chains 7 x 18. Rm/F.Dodd. | ||
| scan0182 | Clearance checks for a new pattern of snow chain on Experimental Phantom III cars. | ||
| View original record | 1109 To Ev. Rm/WD.24/JH.9.4.37. Re Snow Chains. We have checked the new pattern of snow chain and find that the chain stands off the tyre a distance of approx. 3/4". We should prefer a little more… | ||
| scan0183 | Letter to a chain supplier inquiring about chain stretch on an experimental overhead camshaft engine. | ||
| View original record | 1109. Rm/CTS.4/BJ. 23rd April, 1937. The Renold and Coventry Chain Co.Ltd., Renold Works, Didsbury, Manchester. Dear Sirs, As you know, we have for some time been using one of your chains, on an… | ||
| scan0184 | Follow-up letter to J. Weller Esq. regarding the delivery status of an order for tensioners. | ||
| View original record | 11097 26th April 1937. Rm/CTS.6/AP. J.Weller Esq., M.I.A.E., Old Vine Cottage, West Horsley, SURREY Dear Sir, Two months ago I wrote to you explaining in detail the position with regard to your… | ||
| scan0185 | Minimum clearance of 1.5' between the tyre and wing to allow for the use of special snow chains. | ||
| View original record | 1109 By. Copy to H. Der. Rm. Iin Insp Rm/PD. JLH. E/Ev.6/M.26.5.37. Re: SNOW CHAINS. In accordance with the minutes of the last coachwork conference E.1/HP.21.5.37, we have been asked to put on the… | ||
| scan0186 | Special chains made to fit disc wheels and the use of tensioners. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. Pope from Rm/FD. X 1109 Rm/FD.4/WH.23.9.37. These special chains were made to fit disc wheels, and no difficulty will be experienced if the tensioners are used. Rm/FD. | ||
| scan0187 | Request to send an official order to Parsons Chain Co. for a pair of Special Bentley De-Luxe Chains. | ||
| View original record | 110 9 ROY. G/JWH. Rm/FD.14/JH.3.11.37. Will you please send an official order to Parsons Chain Co., Ltd., New Works, Worcester Road, Stourport-on-Severn, Worcs. for 1 pair of Special Bentley 6.500 x… | ||
| scan0188 | Internal request to order two special R.R. de Luxe chains suitable for 6.50 x 17 tyres. | ||
| View original record | 1109. To Roy. c. to G/JWH. c. to G/Mt. Rm/FD.2/JH.28.1.38. Will you please order 2 special R.R. de Luxe chains suitable for 6.50 x 17 tyres. To be called for by car. Rm/F.Dodd. | ||
| scan0189 | Customer's issue with Parsons Non-Skid Chains causing damage, leading to a revised fitting recommendation. | ||
| View original record | 1109 Rm. NW. D/BP9/MW.16.1.39. Re: Parsons Non-Skid Chains. We recently supplied the owner of Bentley B.64.HK (R.Young) fitted with a Park Ward Saloon, with a set of Parsons chains for front and rear… | ||
| scan0190 | Recommendation for fitting Parsons Non-Skid Chains to rear wheels only. | ||
| View original record | 1109. D/BP. from Rm. c. NW. Rm1/R.17.1.39. re: Parsons Non-Skid Chains. Our present recommendations are that two should be fitted to the rear wheels only. Rm. | ||
| scan0191 | Confirmation of a telephone order for a pair of De Luxe Parsons chains to be collected in person. | ||
| View original record | 1109 To Roy. c. to G/JWH. Rm/FD.3/JH.16.5.39. This is to confirm our telephone conversation when we asked Mr. Alvey to supply an order for a pair of De Luxe Parsons chains 7 x 50 x 16. We propose… | ||
| scan0192 | Letter to The Morse Chain Co. Ltd. regarding a camshaft drive chain for an experimental engine. | ||
| View original record | 1109. Experimental Dept. Rm/Swdl.7/MH. 13th. July, 1939. The Morse Chain Co. Ltd., Letchworth, HERTS. Dear Sirs, You have recently supplied us with a chain for driving the camshaft from the crank on… | ||
| scan0193 | Letter from The Morse Chain Company Limited proposing a meeting to clarify points. | ||
| View original record | 1109 Exs Hooles The MORSE CHAIN COMPANY LIMITED MAKERS OF CHAIN DRIVES FOR INDUSTRIAL AND AUTOMOBILE APPLICATIONS MORSE ROCKER JOINT CHAINS PATENT OIL-RETAINING ROLLER CHAINS FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS… | ||
| scan0194 | Letter from the Experimental Dept. to The Morse Chain Co. Ltd. regarding a delayed appointment. | ||
| View original record | 1109. Experimental Dept. Rm/Swd1.4/MH. 18th. July, 1939. The Morse Chain Co. Ltd., Letchworth, HERTS. For the attention of Mr. Rutter. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 15th. inst. and… | ||
| scan0195 | Letter from Morse Chain Company Limited regarding a proposed visit to Rolls-Royce. | ||
| View original record | The MORSE CHAIN COMPANY LIMITED MAKERS OF CHAIN DRIVES FOR INDUSTRIAL AND AUTOMOBILE APPLICATIONS MORSE ROCKER JOINT CHAINS PATENT OIL-RETAINING ROLLER CHAINS FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS Directors: W.… | ||
| scan0196 | Letter to The Morse Chain Company Limited arranging a meeting with their representative. | ||
| View original record | 1109. Rm9/R. 20th July, 1939. The Morse Chain Company Limited, LETCHWORTH, Herts. Dear Sirs, Your Ref: HR/RH. With reference to your letter of the 18th July, the under-signed has just returned to the… | ||
| scan0197 | Letter from The Morse Chain Company Limited confirming a meeting. | ||
| View original record | 1109 The MORSE CHAIN COMPANY LIMITED MAKERS OF CHAIN DRIVES FOR INDUSTRIAL AND AUTOMOBILE APPLICATIONS MORSE ROCKER JOINT CHAINS PATENT OIL-RETAINING ROLLER CHAINS FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS Directors W.… | ||
| scan0198 | Drawing of a Morse 1/2' pitch, -1866N- type chain on a 19T sprocket, shown at 10 times size. | ||
| View original record | The Morse Chain Co LD. Letchworth, Herts. 10 TIMES SIZE MORSE 1/2" PITCH. -1866N- TYPE CHAIN. ON 19.T. SPROCKET. Pitch Curve J.C.P. C. 1558. | ||
| scan0199 | Letter from Morse Chain Company regarding chain tests for the 'Bentley 60' model. | ||
| View original record | Files 1109. The MORSE CHAIN COMPANY LIMITED MAKERS OF CHAIN DRIVES FOR INDUSTRIAL AND AUTOMOBILE APPLICATIONS MORSE ROCKER JOINT CHAINS PATENT OIL-RETAINING ROLLER CHAINS FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS Directors… | ||
| scan0200 | Provision of non-skid ladder chains for different tyre sizes. | ||
| View original record | 1109 To Roy/Sanders. from Rm/Wym. Rm/Wym.2/ET.24.11.40. With reference to the attached letter re non-skid chains, we suggest that, for the 7.00 x 17 tyres, a pair of ladder type chains will do, as… | ||
| scan0201 | The dispatch of a wheel on loan to Parsons Chain Co. for non-skid chain fitting. | ||
| View original record | 1109 To Hd/FC. From Ra/Hym. C. to Roy/ABS. Will you please dispatch to Messrs. Parsons Chain Co. Ltd., Stouport-on-Severn, one wheel complete with tyres and tubes 7.00 x 16. This wheel is simply on… | ||
| scan0202 | File cover for a Lancia Aprilia car. | ||
| View original record | FILE IN Lancia FILE 110L Aprilia LANCIA LANCIA (ENGLAND) LIMITED. LANCIA WORKS, ALPERTON, WEMBLEY, LONDON. Telephone No. Perivale 5656. Telegrams. Lanciaco Wembley. | ||
| scan0203 | Promotional brochure for the Aprilia car, detailing its key specifications. | ||
| View original record | Aprilia FOX AND NICHOLL LTD., TOLWORTH MOTOR SERVICE STATION, KINGSTON BY-PASS ROAD, Nr. SURBITON. Telephone DERwent 1122 (3 Lines) SPEED 80 M.P.H. CONSUMPTION 28 MILES PER GALLON. 5-SEATER BODY.… | ||
| scan0204 | Specification document for the Lancia Aprilia model. | ||
| View original record | Aprilia S P E C I F I C A T I O N Since 1922 the LANCIA Company carried out, with the LAMBDA Model, the two-fold principle of a frame forming body and of front suspension by independent wheels. The… | ||
| scan0205 | Brochure for the Lancia Aprilia long wheelbase chassis, detailing its features and specifications. | ||
| View original record | Aprilia C H A S S I S To meet the demand of customers requiring Bodies of special lines and dimension we offer, besides the Standard APRILIA Saloon, a new type of APRILIA Chassis with longer… | ||
| scan0206 | Specification sheet for the Lancia Aprilia, detailing its principal characteristics and features. | ||
| View original record | Aprilia PRINCIPAL CHARACTERISTICS ENGINE: 4-cylinder narrow "V" aluminium monobloc with special hard cast iron bores. - Bore 72 mm. - stroke 83 mm. - Cubic Capacity 1352 c. c. - Treasury Rating 12.9… | ||
| scan0207 | To Mr. Johnson regarding issues with the Wolseley Central Brake attachment and comparing it to a superior floating fulcrum design. | ||
| View original record | C1/B29610. X1130 A JUL RECEIVED Mr. Johnson, Re Wolseley Central Brake. ====================== The sketches herewith show the manner in which this is attached to the chassis. Hitherto the pin on which… | ||
| scan0208 | Comparison of brake fitting and actuation methods, contrasting the Wolseley method with the R.R. arrangement. | ||
| View original record | No. 2 In the case of the Wolseley method great care is required in fitting correctly in the first instance, while new blocks fitted at any time may easily be found to bear only perhaps on the heel or… | ||
| scan0209 | Illustrations of a rear brake drum assembly, shown mounted to the chassis and axle. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 210 (20 H) (C. 808. 12 1 09) C. 29-6-10. fig 1. fig 2. | ||
| scan0210 | Wolseley Central Brake system, referencing a past accident and comparing it to their own design. | ||
| View original record | C.J. [Handwritten Top]: Not Sent ~ 9. 62. [Handwritten Left Margin]: X1053. [Typed Document]: 6th July 1910. Re Wolseley Central Brake. 6/7/10 FHR4/D6710. With reference to the attached, I don't… | ||
| scan0211 | Comparison of engine vibration between their own six-cylinder engine and those of Wolseley and Daimler. | ||
| View original record | [Top right] 26th July 1911 [Center, heading] 50 H P six-cylinder Wolseley. [Left side] Mr Johnson 26/7/11 [Handwritten on left margin] Y/113C [Main body] TBBL/D26711 I do not think we can place any… | ||
| scan0212 | Typed note regarding being behind the times on vibration investigations. | ||
| View original record | (2). 26th July 1911 attitude is adopted in order to hide the fact that they are apparently behind the times in the matter of vibration investigations. R.R. 235A (100H) (W 527. 26.5.11) G. 1695. | ||
| scan0213 | Diagram and description of an oil filter, possibly from 'The Autocar' publication. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (150 H) (S.A. 301. 19-2-15) G 0950. QC 1180 The Autocar. T72. 28-10-12. WIRE GAUZE OIL FILTER CRANK CASE ARM SUCTION FROM SUMP TO OIL PUMP The oil filter. This is situated on the back crank… | ||
| scan0214 | Telegram regarding a Wolseley car and chassis number 2301. | ||
| View original record | Laxandon S.W. TO Roycar Derby Wolseley car ready to return if chassis 2301 not wanted wire reply | ||
| scan0215 | Responding to a telegram concerning a Wolseley car. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 647 (100 H.) (U.U. 786.-23-12-13.) B. & H. 1313. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, 14 & 15, CONDUIT STREET, LONDON, W. TELEPHONES: 1654, 1655, 1656 (GERRARD) TELEGRAMS: "ROLHEAD," REG., LONDON. Names and… | ||
| scan0216 | Responding to a telegram about a Wolseley car. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, 14 & 15, CONDUIT STREET, LONDON, W. TELEPHONES: 1654, 1655, 1656 (GERRARD) TELEGRAMS: "ROLHEAD," REG., LONDON. [Printed list of names and indicating letters:] Names and Indicating… | ||
| scan0217 | Quoting a telegraph about the status and use of company cars for testing purposes. | ||
| View original record | To J. from R. Copy to Wor. Copy to C. COPY. R11/P 19.2.14. COPY. In regard to our telegraph of the 16th inst., reading (last sentence) " If 2301 not wanted Wolseley (not Wilseley taken to mean Wilson)… | ||
| scan0218 | Comparing the springing of a Wolseley car against a Daimler, finding the Wolseley's performance abominable. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. COPY To Wor. from R for Haldenby Copy to J. Copy to Mr Day. R8/P 15. 4. 14. If you still have the Wolseley there, will you test this springing against the Daimler. We found it exceedingly bad… | ||
| scan0219 | The collection and testing of a Wolseley car's springing. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 657. (100H) (VV 663. 9.3.14) E P. 6166. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (Four Lines). Names and Indicating letter. Initial of person… | ||
| scan0220 | Confidential letter requesting a Wolseley car be brought to Derby for springing tests. | ||
| View original record | Wor/Mcr10/L20414. PRIVATE & CONFIDENTIAL. Hy. 20-4-14. Re Wolseley Car. X.1130 We attach herewith R8/P 15.4.14. Will you please send a man with a letter from ourselves to Mr Hallam at Cricklewood to… | ||
| scan0221 | Arrangement to collect a Wolseley car from Cricklewood for experimental work desired by Mr Royce. | ||
| View original record | PRIVATE & CONFIDENTIAL. Wor/Mcr8/L21414. Re Wolseley Car. - X.1130 W/N 21-4-14. Hm. We understand that the above car is at Cricklewood. Will you kindly have same prepared for the road as we are… | ||
| scan0222 | Authorisation to pay one sovereign for expenses to collect an experimental car from Cricklewood. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235a (150 H) (V.V. 681 12-3-14) G. 0414. Wor/Mcrl5/B22414. Mr Adams. 22-4-14. Please pay to Warwick of the Experimental Department one sovereigns for expenses in travelling down to London to… | ||
| scan0223 | Instruction note requesting a special order for work on a Wolseley car. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 26 (6 doz.) (VV. 256. 22/12/13.) Bm. 722889. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. To Mr Wormald 24/4/14 191 Order No. 135 Exp Customer's No. O1894 95/p/10 No b. Will you please issue us with… | ||
| scan0224 | Providing the order number for work on a Wolseley Car. | ||
| View original record | 2500.D (M-S-TE SET.V.V) (H O&S) ASET .S.R Wor/Mcr2/L27414. Re Wolseley Car. X.1130. Hy. 27-4-14. Please note the order number for doing work on the above car is 01874. p. Wor. | ||
| scan0225 | Request to the Shipping Department to despatch an Experimental Car's Landaulet body and parts to Messrs. Barkers. | ||
| View original record | Wor/Mcr6/B30614. Experimental Car. Shipping Dept. 30.6.14. Please make out a despatch note for one Landaulet body, two cushions and one extension piece to be despatched to Messrs. Barkers. Also please… | ||
| scan0226 | Private and confidential memo regarding testing and the potential sale of Wolseley, Daimler, and Lanchester cars. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (150 H) (W.W. 43S. 17-6-14) G. 0626. Wor/Merl/B14714. Re Daimler, Wolseley and Lanchester Cars. PRIVATE & CONFIDENTIAL. J. 14.7.14. R. We shall be glad to know whether Mr. Royce wishes any… | ||
| scan0227 | Sale and retention of several old cars including a Daimler, Wolseley, and Lanchester. | ||
| View original record | COPY. [Stamp: RECEIVED 20 JUL 1914] To J. from R. Copy to Wor. Copy to Bn. R12/P 17. 7. 14. Old Cars. With reference to old cars, I should most certainly sell the old Daimler and Wolseley, but I think… | ||
| scan0228 | The sale of a Wolseley Car, X.1130, from the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | PRIVATE & CONFIDENTIAL. Wor/Mcr13/L21714. Re Wolseley Car. X.1130 W/S. 21-7-14. We have now no further use in the Experimental Dept. for the above car and we have both Mr Royce's and Mr Johnson's… | ||
| scan0229 | Instructions to send a Wolseley car chassis to Cockshoots of Manchester for a new body to be fitted. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 647 (100 M.) (U.U. 859-1-5-14.) B. & H. 1924. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, 14 & 15, CONDUIT STREET, LONDON, W. TELEPHONES: 1654, 1655, 1656 (GERRARD) TELEGRAMS: "ROLHEAD," REG., LONDON. C17/C22714 Names… | ||
| scan0230 | Private and confidential memo regarding the dispatch of a Wolseley car chassis to Messrs Cockshoots of Manchester. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (150 H) (W.W. 815. 21-5-14) G. 0570. Wor/Mcr4/L23714. PRIVATE & CONFIDENTIAL. Hy. 23-7-14. Re Wolseley Car. Will you please send the above chassis to Messrs Cockshoots of Manchester,… | ||
| scan0231 | To the Shipping Department regarding the despatch of a Wolseley Chassis X.1130 to Messrs Cockshoots. | ||
| View original record | Wor/Mcr2/L30714. Re Wolseley Chassis. X.1130 D. Shipping Dept. 30-7-14. We attach herewith consignment note for the above dated 29/7/14. This has been despatched to Messrs Cockshoots of Manchester,… | ||
| scan0232 | Letter regarding the sale of a second-hand Wolseley chassis previously used for experimentation. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, 14 & 15, CONDUIT STREET, LONDON, W. TELEPHONES: 1654, 1655, 1656 (GERRARD) TELEGRAMS: 'ROLHEAD,' REG., LONDON. DH4/DN1814. [Handwritten Date]: 4/8/14 Names and Indicating letter.… | ||
| scan0233 | Inquiry regarding the status and location of a secondhand landaulet body for a Wolseley car. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, 14 & 15, CONDUIT STREET, LONDON, W.R. TELEPHONES: 1654, 1655, 1656 (GERRARD) TELEGRAMS: 'ROLHEAD,' REG., LONDON. Names and Indicating letter. A Mr. ADAMS By Mr. BAILEY Bn Mr.… | ||
| scan0234 | Requesting information about a Wolseley Car, with a handwritten response detailing the tests performed on the chassis. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235 A (300 H) (S.B. 80. 12-10-15) G. 1278. Re Wolseley Car. Mr Herbert Morgan. Wor. MCr D15/Q4216. With reference to the memo C9/C4216 from Sales attached, can you please give us the information… | ||
| scan0235 | Agreements with the Wolseley Company regarding direct communication, camshaft production, and engine design. | ||
| View original record | Copy to Mr. Swift. " Mr. Southern. " Mr. Platford. " Mr. Tonge. " Mr. Hives. To BY from CJ. X1130 C O P Y. 5th April 1918. CJ17/EB418. Re Wolseley Company. With reference to your forthcoming call on… | ||
| scan0236 | Agreement outlining terms for Wolseley and Vickers regarding unpatented design features and material testing for aero engines. | ||
| View original record | -2- Wolseley's have already specified in their correspondence certain features in R.R. design which are unpatented but which they agree not to incorporate in Wolseleys design for 5 years. You should… | ||
| scan0237 | Of agreement concerning engine destructive testing, manufacturing processes with Wolseley's, and nameplate design. | ||
| View original record | -3- You should ask Mr. McCormack to agree that, until the first engine has satisfactorily passed such destructive test no engines shall be issued and the alterations or replacements which it may be… | ||
| scan0238 | Agenda for a conference with Mr. McCormack regarding engine manufacturing and supply collaboration with Wolseley. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (500 T) (S.D. 408. 26-4-17.) Bm. 2/156/13. AGENDA. --------- CONFERENCE WITH MR. MCCORMACK. 5th April 1918. 1. Prevent triangular correspondence with Sir Alfred Herbert. (see his letter of… | ||
| scan0239 | Quality of a 15-HP Humber car and comparing it with other small cars like the Wolseley. | ||
| View original record | W/S X.1130 C. from Hs. Hsl/LC7.3.21. X.1525 X.1130 RE. 15-HP HUMBER CAR. X3923 I realise that we could not deal with Messrs.Humber direct with reference to the above Car but I thought we could have an… | ||
| scan0240 | Short telegram message proposing a change of meeting day to Wolseley Motors. | ||
| View original record | 1100. Rm/eH 19.8.37 CORDY, WOLSLEY MOTORS, EXACTITUDE, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM. WOULD THURSDAY INSTEAD OF WEDNESDAY NEXT WEEK SUIT YOU. GRYLLS. ROYCAR. | ||
| scan0241 | Telegram to Gryll's Rolls Royce in Derby confirming an arrangement for Thursday. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAPHS. No. 1100 Office Stamp: 026 DY1820 DERBY 19 AUG 37 TIME OF RECEIPT: PM 5 46 Prefix. Time handed in. Office of Origin and Service Instructions. Words: 60 360 5.35 BIRMINGHAM T 9… | ||
| scan0242 | Letter to R. Cordey of Wolseley Motors Ltd. confirming a meeting arrangement. | ||
| View original record | 1100 Rm/Gry.7/AP. August 20th 1937 R.Cordey Esq., Wolseley Motors Ltd., Ward End, BIRMINGHAM 8. Dear Mr.Cordey, Many thanks for saying you can arrange Thursday next week instead of Wednesday. I will… | ||
| scan0243 | Letter to Wolsey Motors regarding an axle test rig and sending an arrangement drawing of a Bentley rear axle. | ||
| View original record | 1100 Rm/Gry.10/AP. August 26th 1937 R.Cordey Esq., Wolsey Motors Ltd., Ward End, BIRMINGHAM 8 Dear Mr.Cordey, Thank you for the opportunity I had this morning of seeing your rear axle test rig. As… | ||
| scan0244 | Letter from Wolseley Motors Ltd. enclosing a photograph of the Axle Testing Machine. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE. BIRMINGHAM EAST 1501. TELEGRAMS. "EXACTITUDE", TELEX, BIRMINGHAM. BY APPOINTMENT TELEX TELEPHONE: EAST TELEX 0404. CODES: BENTLEY'S, BENTLEY'S SECOND PHRASE. Wolseley Motors Ltd PROPRIETORS… | ||
| scan0245 | Letter to Wolseley Motors Ltd. concerning a visit to their works to sketch an apparatus. | ||
| View original record | 110 Rm/Gry.9/AP. August 28th 1937 Wolseley Motors Ltd., Ward End, BIRMINGHAM 8 For the attention of Mr.A.H.Gooch Dear Sirs, Many thanks for your letter of the 20th August, and the photograph enclosed.… | ||
| scan0246 | Visit to Wolseley Motors to inspect their rear axle test rig and a recommendation to build a similar one. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Rm/Gry. c. By. c. Da. c. Mx. Hdy. 1100 Rm/Gry3/R.30.8.37. Visit to Wolseley Motors. To-day we visited Wolseley's to see their new rear axle test rig. They have made this rig themselves. The… | ||
| scan0247 | Photograph of a Wolseley rear axle test rig in a workshop. | ||
| View original record | WOLSELEY REAR AXLE TEST RIG. | ||
| scan0248 | Letter to Wolsey Motors inquiring about the cost and failure order of an axle rig. | ||
| View original record | 110 September 2nd.1937 Rm/Gry.2/AP. R.Cordey Esq., Wolsey Motors Ltd., Ward End, BIRMINGHAM 8 Dear Mr.Cordey, I must apologise for bothering you again, but I am having a certain amount of difficulty… | ||
| scan0249 | Letter from Morris Motors regarding a rear axle testing rig and axle failures. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: SUMMERTOWN 5232. BY APPOINTMENT TELEGRAMS: RADIATOR, OXFORD. [Logo: THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS LTD] MORRIS MOTORS LTD. MORRIS (Regd Trade Mark) RADIATORS BRANCH OSBERTON… | ||