Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Letter from Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. regarding cup and cone bearings made by New Departure. | ||
| View original record | 1153. BALL & ROLLER R&M BEARINGS Telegraphic Address: "BEARINGS, NEWARK" Telegraphic Code: BENTLEY'S Telephone Nos: NEWARK 456-457-458-459 London Office: 17, VICTORIA STREET, WESTMINSTER, S.W.1.… | ||
| scan0002 | Specification sheet for front hub bearings, detailing dimensions, parts, and load capacities. | ||
| View original record | FRONT HUB BEARING (SPECIAL COMBINED JOURNAL & THRUST BRG) RANSOME & MARLES BEARING Co, LTD NEWARK - ON - TRENT. SHEET N° 1 B SERIES C BEARINGS MARKED THUS * HAVE BEEN MADE ARRGT OF FRONT WHEEL HUB… | ||
| scan0003 | Letter to F.O. Hickling of Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. regarding angular contact hub bearings and Duplex bearings for gearbox design. | ||
| View original record | 1153 Rm/Gry.3/MH. 13th. January, 1939. F.O.Hickling, Esq., Messrs. Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd., Newark-on-Trent, NOTTS. Dear Hickling, Many thanks for your letter of January 12th. containing… | ||
| scan0004 | Inquiry to Overdrive Gears Ltd. regarding the operation of their overdrive system. | ||
| View original record | 1/53. Rm/Gry.1/MH. 16th. January, 1939. Overdrive Gears Ltd., 7b, Victoria Street, LONDON, S.W.1. Dear Sirs, We have seen your advertisement in "The Automobile Engineer" of January, 1939 and should be… | ||
| scan0005 | Telegram from Normanville to Roycar Derby rescheduling a meeting due to poor road conditions. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAM No. 194 OFFICE STAMP: DERBY 25 JAN 39 From: 195 2.44 HATCHEND TS 20 To: ROYCAR DERBY = YOUR REFERENCE RM/GRY 1/ MH REGRET ROAD CONDITIONS IMPOSSIBLE SUGGEST CALLING TUESDAY NEXT… | ||
| scan0006 | Proposed design change for a combined gearbox dipstick and oil filler plug. | ||
| View original record | BY. Rm. Da. 1153 APR ANY COMMENTS? RM GEAR BOX. DIP STICK AND OIL FILLER PLUG. A criticism of the present dip stick and filler combination has been made. With the existing scheme, when it has been… | ||
| scan0007 | Letter from Overdrive Gears Ltd. responding to an inquiry and explaining the functionality of their overdrive system. | ||
| View original record | 1153 Overdrive Gears Ltd., DIRECTORS A.C.WICKMAN. WALTER JENKS. C.D.GAY. E.J. de NORMANVILLE. 76, VICTORIA STREET, LONDON, S. W. 1. TELEPHONE AND TELEGRAMS VICTORIA 6291 Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd.,… | ||
| scan0008 | Letter from Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. regarding the test results of a Duplex Double Purpose Bearing. | ||
| View original record | 1153 BALL & ROLLER R&M BEARINGS London Office 17, VICTORIA STREET, WESTMINSTER, S.W.1. Telephone: ABBEY 3875 (2 LINES) Telegrams: OFFIISLUNDA, SOWEST, LONDON Telegraphic Address: "BEARINGS, NEWARK"… | ||
| scan0009 | Letter to Overdrive Gears Ltd. regarding a meeting to see a car fitted with their gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 1153 c. Da/Hdy. Rm/Gry.6/MH. 20th. January, 1939. Overdrive Gears Ltd., 76, Victoria Street, LONDON, S.W.1. For the attention of Mr. Edgar de Normanville. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of… | ||
| scan0010 | Letter from Overdrive Gears Ltd. regarding a demonstration car meeting and a potential aeronautical apparatus demonstration for V.P. Propellers. | ||
| View original record | 1153 PLEASE REPLY DIRECT TO “ORMIDALE” THE AVENUE, HATCH END, MIDDX. ‘PHONE: HATCH END 1221 Overdrive Gears Ltd., DIRECTORS A.C.WICKMAN. WALTER JENKS. C. D. GAY. E. J. de NORMANVILLE. 76,VICTORIA… | ||
| scan0011 | Letter to Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd. regarding the suitability of a Duplex bearing. | ||
| View original record | 1153 Rm/Gry.J/MH. 23rd. January, 1939. F.O.Hickling, Esq., Messrs. Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd., Newark, NOTTS. Dear Hickling, Many thanks for your letter. I think 400 hours on the Duplex bearing… | ||
| scan0012 | Secret internal memorandum discussing the development and issues of the gearbox for the rationalised programme. | ||
| View original record | File 1153 also. 428 Secret- Sg. from Rm. Hs. c. Hy. c. RWC. c. Da. c. Mx. c. HPS. c. Da/Hdy. GEARBOX FOR RATIONALISED PROGRAMME. The one section of B.V. which, at the moment, is in a state of… | ||
| scan0013 | Design, costs, and feasibility of a new gearbox, comparing it to the Wraith box. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - should not be made as quiet as those of previous boxes. They have the same helix angle and pitch, and we cannot detect that the removal of the centre bearing from the side shaft affects the… | ||
| scan0014 | Summary report discussing cost savings and production plans for new gearboxes, comparing the B.5 and B.V. boxes to the older Wraith box. | ||
| View original record | -3- Rm4/R.23.1.39. SUMMARY. The Design Dept. has been accused in the past, perhaps to a certain extent justifiably, of drawing expensive pieces. We have struggled very hard on the rationalised… | ||
| scan0015 | Comparison table of gearbox weights and costs for various car models, with related commentary. | ||
| View original record | -4- Rm4/R.23.1.39. Box. Weight of Box. Cost of Box. Cost/Lb. Humber Snipe 93 £10/-/- 2.156/- Hillman Minx 55.5 £6/-/- 2.165/- Rover 74 £13/-/- 3.80/- B.50 x 82 £46/-/- 11.2/- Wraith x 90 £67/-/-… | ||
| scan0016 | Blueprint showing brake gear complications due to the Wraith gearbox and the BV brake mechanism. | ||
| View original record | BRAKE GEAR COMPLICATIONS DUE TO WRAITH GEAR BOX, F.B. EQUALISER, BV BRAKE MECH WITH WRAITH GEAR BOX, F.B. EQUALISER, BV BRAKE MECHANISM | ||
| scan0017 | Requesting the dispatch of bolts, nuts, and washers to Messrs Ferodo Limited for a fan test rig. | ||
| View original record | [handwritten] 1135 To D/DP. [crossed out] from HPS/WSC. Hd/FO. [crossed out] G/Rb. [crossed out] Rm/Std. [handwritten] STD HPS/WSC.5/BA.23.1.39. [handwritten] AH Fan Test Rig. Will you please post… | ||
| scan0018 | Design of a one-piece filler plug and dipstick for a gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 11/53? To Mx. from Rm/Gry. c. By. c. Da. Rm/Gry.2/MH.23.1.39. GEARBOX DIPSTICK. We agree with the idea of a one piece filler plug and dipstick. We think, however, felt should be avoided if possible.… | ||
| scan0019 | Internal request to order two sets of Rollers and Roller Cages for experimental purposes from The Ribbesford Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 1153 Roy. c. Da. c. Rm/Gry. Da/HB.4/N.24.1.39. Will you please order from:- Messrs.The Ribbesford Co.Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. two sets of Rollers and two Roller Cages to their drawing… | ||
| scan0020 | Letter to Overdrive Gears Ltd. about postponing a visit due to snow. | ||
| View original record | 1153 c. Da/Hdy. Rm/Gry.3/MH. 25th. January, 1939. Overdrive Gears Ltd., 76, Victoria Street, LONDON, S.W.1. For the attention of Mr. E. J. de Normanville. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your telegram. We… | ||
| scan0021 | Telegram received by telephone rescheduling a meeting due to impossible road conditions. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 144a-63176 II-6-38 WHK ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. 1153 TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received 3-33 Date 25-1-39 To Roycar By DB from Tattchend 2.44 goods Your reference RM/GRY/1/MH regret road… | ||
| scan0022 | Telegram received by telephone postponing an appointment due to impossible road conditions. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 144A—63176 11-6-38 WHK 1153 ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. [Stamp: M.D. 6 JAN] [Stamp: RECEIVED] Time Received 3-33 Date 25.1.39 To Roycar By DB from Hatchend 2-HH 20wds Your… | ||
| scan0023 | Letter to Super Oil Seals Mfg. Co. Ltd. requesting three 'Perfect' oil seals with specific dimensions. | ||
| View original record | 1158 Rm/Gry.1/MH. 25th. January, 1939. Super Oil Seals Mfg. Co. Ltd., Birmingham Factory Centre, King's Norton, BIRMINGHAM. Dear Sirs, Will you please send us as soon as possible, three "Perfect" oil… | ||
| scan0024 | Letter from Overdrive Gears Ltd. apologising for having to cancel a visit due to bad road conditions and arranging a new time. | ||
| View original record | 1153 PLEASE REPLY DIRECT TO "ORMIDALE" THE AVENUE, HATCH END, MIDDX. 'PHONE: HATCH END 1221 Overdrive Gears Ltd., DIRECTORS A.C.WICKMAN. WALTER JENKS. C.D.GAY. E.J. de NORMANVILLE. 76, VICTORIA… | ||
| scan0025 | Testing of an automatic overdrive gearbox from a Studebaker and plans for fitting it to a car. | ||
| View original record | 1153 SECRET. To Sg. From Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.7/MH.26.1.39. c. Ms. c. By. c. Cx. c. Da. c. Da/Hdy. AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE. SG.VE.23.1.39. A gearbox such as on the Studebaker tried by Sales has now arrived in… | ||
| scan0026 | Letter to David Brown & Sons requesting a quote for cutting teeth on an experimental cluster gear layshaft. | ||
| View original record | 1153 Rm/Gry.C/MH. 20th. January, 1939. Messrs. David Brown & Sons (Huddersfield) Ltd., HUDDERSFIELD. Dear Sirs, We send you herewith a drawing GB.4616, of an experimental cluster gear layshaft. Will… | ||
| scan0027 | Letter from Super Oil Seals & Gaskets Ltd. regarding an order for Oil Seals No. 225116. | ||
| View original record | 1153 ON APPROVED LISTS OF WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND A.I.D LONDON OFFICE 26, Portugal Street, Kingsway, W.C. 2. PHONE: HOLBORN 1421. Super Oil Seals & Gaskets Ltd. Manufacturers of the 'PERFECT' OIL… | ||
| scan0028 | Letter from David Brown & Sons regarding the feasibility and cost of cutting gear teeth from drawing GB.4614. | ||
| View original record | 1153. DAVID BROWN & SONS (HUDD) LTD HUDDERSFIELD HEAD OFFICE & MAIN WORKS TELEPHONE 3500 HUDDERSFIELD (6 LINES) TELEGRAMS GEARING HUDDERSFIELD BRANCH WORKS PENISTONE SUBSIDIARY COMPANIES MANCHESTER… | ||
| scan0029 | Letter to Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd. requesting an experimental gearbox assembly. | ||
| View original record | 1153 Rm/Gry.11/MH. 27th. January, 1939. F.O.Hickling, Esq., Messrs. Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd., Newark, NOTTS. Dear Hickling, We want for an experimental gearbox an assembly of rollers and cage… | ||
| scan0030 | Letter from The Moss Gear Co. Ltd. declining to quote for cutting teeth on an experimental cluster gear layshaft. | ||
| View original record | 1153 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, AIR MINISTRY AND WAR OFFICE. THE MOSS GEAR CO. LD ESTABLISHED 1910 DIRECTORS W. DUCKITT, M.I.MECH.E., M.I.A.E. (CHAIRMAN) C. H. J. DAY, M.I.MECH.E. S. L. DUCKITT S.… | ||
| scan0031 | Letter to a supplier regarding materials for an oil seal, rejecting synthetic rubber in favour of chrome leather. | ||
| View original record | 115 B Rm/Gry.O/MH. 28th. January, 1939. Super Oil Seals & Gaskets Ltd., Birmingham Factory Centre, King's Norton, BIRMINGHAM. Your Ref. DMM/BJC. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of January 27th.… | ||
| scan0032 | The dispatch of blueprints for a backing strip to improve fan performance at low speeds. | ||
| View original record | 1153 c. Rm. By/Ald.2/AW.1.2.39. FAN - SECTION 5220. Please receive herewith 2 Blue Prints of the following Drawing:- EXS.1389. Backing Strip - 5 off. This piece is to replace EXS.1053 in order to try… | ||
| scan0033 | Letter to Hoffmann Manufacturing requesting sample bearings with minimum endwise slack for gearbox testing. | ||
| View original record | 8 1153 c. LA. Rm/Gry.o/MH. 1st. February, 1939. Messrs. The Hoffmann Manufacturing Co. Ltd., Chelmsford, ESSEX. For the attention of Mr. C.H.Smith. Dear Sirs, We are anxious to run one of our gear… | ||
| scan0034 | Parts list for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd motion shaft assemblies. | ||
| View original record | 6050 - 2nd Motion Shaft GW789 Rear Bearing 1 off LS12. 1 1/4 x 2 3/4 x 11/16 Centre Bearing 1- [crossed out] R320F. 20x52x15 Front Bearing 1- 6040. 1st & 3rd Motion Shaft MS12. 1 1/4 x 3 1/8 x 7/8… | ||
| scan0035 | Letter from David Brown & Sons regarding the cutting of teeth on drawing GB.4614. | ||
| View original record | 1153. DAVID BROWN & SONS (HUDD) LTD HUDDERSFIELD HEAD OFFICE & MAIN WORKS TELEPHONE 3500 HUDDERSFIELD (6 LINES) TELEGRAMS GEARING HUDDERSFIELD BRANCH WORKS PENISTONE SUBSIDIARY COMPANIES MANCHESTER… | ||
| scan0036 | Advice note from Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd. detailing a consignment. | ||
| View original record | ADVICE NOTE 1153. Z 07989 RANSOME & MARLES BEARING Co. LTD. NEWARK-ON-TRENT S. H. GRYLLS, ESQ., C/o. MESSRS ROLLS-ROYCE LTD., NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. WE HAVE TO ADVISE YOU THAT THE UNDERNOTED GOODS… | ||
| scan0037 | Letter to David Brown & Sons Ltd. regarding a specification change for steel shafts for gear cutting. | ||
| View original record | 1153. EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/FJH.22/JH. 2nd. February, 1939. Messrs. David Brown & Sons Ltd., Huddersfield. For the attention of A.Avison Esq. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 1st.… | ||
| scan0038 | Letter from Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. about a Duplex Bearing and gearbox components. | ||
| View original record | 1153 London Office 17, VICTORIA STREET, WESTMINSTER, S.W.1. Telephone: ABBEY 3876 (3 LINES) Telegrams: OFFISLUNDA, SOWEST, LONDON BALL & ROLLER R&M BEARINGS Contractors to H.M. Admiralty, War Office,… | ||
| scan0039 | Trial of a De Normanville overdrive gearbox as a potential replacement for the Warner box. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To Sg. from By. c. Hs. c. Rm. c. Ox. W/S. By.1/MH.2.2.39. OVERDRIVE GEARBOXES. Yesterday Hdy., Gry., and I tried an overdrive gearbox invented by De Normanville. Gry. had by accident heard of its… | ||
| scan0040 | Covering order for DMJT bearings from Messrs. Ransome & Marles. | ||
| View original record | 1135 1153 To Roy. from Rm/Gry. c. G/JWH. Rm/Gry.5/MH.3.2.39. Please send a covering order to Messrs. Ransome & Marles for 3 DMJT.1 1/4.J bearings which we have ordered by letter ref.… | ||
| scan0041 | Letter to Messrs. Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd. requesting a specific bearing for an experiment. | ||
| View original record | 1153 Rm/Gry.4/MH. 3rd. February, 1939. F.O.Hickling, Esq., Messrs. Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd., Newark, NOTTS. Dear Hickling, Many thanks for your letter of February 2nd., and for sending along… | ||
| scan0042 | Agreeing to obtain a De Normanville overdrive gearbox for testing. | ||
| View original record | Rm 1153 To BY. from Sg. Overdrive Gearboxes. Sg9/B3239 Copy to Hs.Rm.Cx. I am in receipt of EY.1/MH.2.2.39 and am very much interested to note what you say about the overdrive gearbox invented by De… | ||
| scan0043 | Thank you letter from the Managing Director of Overdrive Gears Ltd. following a visit. | ||
| View original record | PLEASE REPLY DIRECT TO "ORMIDALE" THE AVENUE, HATCH END, MIDDX. 'PHONE: HATCH END 1221 1/153 Overdrive Gears Ltd., DIRECTORS A.C.WICKMAN. WALTER JENKS. C. D. GAY. E. J. de NORMANVILLE. 76, VICTORIA… | ||
| scan0044 | Modification to a B.5 and B.50 gearbox second motion shaft. | ||
| View original record | BY/15. c. Rm. GRY- 1153 DA.4/G.4.2.39. B.5 and B.50. GEARBOX. Please receive herewith PD.372 shewing the second motion shaft of PD.360, modified to facilitate the cutting of the teeth on the reverse… | ||
| scan0045 | Letter from Hoffmann Manufacturing concerning bearing clearances, specifications, and supply for gearboxes. | ||
| View original record | 1153 BRANCHES: LONDON, BIRMINGHAM, MANCHESTER, LEEDS, GLASGOW. AGENTS IN PRINCIPAL COUNTRIES THROUGHOUT THE WORLD. HOFFMANN Registered Trade Mark BALL-AND-ROLLER-BEARINGS STEEL-BALLS-AND-ROLLERS THE… | ||
| scan0046 | Modifications to gearbox actuating forks, fitting them with axial roller bearings for testing purposes. | ||
| View original record | 1153 BY/NS. c. Rm. DA.6/G.6.2.39. GRY - Do other people have to do this Rm B.V. B.50. GEARBOX. Herewith is PD.373 which shews the gear actuating forks fitted with axial roller bearing. The forks are… | ||
| scan0047 | Confidential information extracted from Humber regarding the De Normanville Overdrive gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 1153 SECRET. To By. from Rm/Gry. c. Da. c. Da/Hdy. Rm/Gry.7/MH.7.2.39. DE NORMANVILLE OVERDRIVE. We have extracted some confidential information from Humbers about this gearbox. Their transmission… | ||
| scan0048 | Technical discussion on the reliability and design limitations of the De Normanville overdrive system. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. DE NORMANVILLE OVERDRIVE. With reference to Rm/Gry.7/MH.7.2.39. and the remarks therein referring to what must be done to secure reliability of the hydraulic system, Da. has called attention to… | ||
| scan0049 | Letter to Overdrive Gears Ltd. regarding drawings for an overdrive test and future production discussions. | ||
| View original record | 1153 c. By. Rm/Gry.5/MH. 10th. February, 1939. E.J.De Normanville, Esq., Overdrive Gears Ltd., 76, Victoria Street, LONDON, S.W.1. Dear Mr. de Normanville, We have been making some drawings to fit up… | ||
| scan0050 | Letter from Overdrive Gears Ltd. regarding a delayed response due to a director's absence. | ||
| View original record | 1153 PLEASE REPLY DIRECT TO "ORMIDALE" THE AVENUE, HATCH END, MIDDX. 'PHONE: HATCH END 1221 Overdrive Gears Ltd., DIRECTORS A.C.WICKMAN. WALTER JENKS. C. D. GAY. E. J. de NORMANVILLE. 76, VICTORIA… | ||
| scan0051 | Order for Hoffmanns bearings and listing other bearings requiring orders. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To Roy/AW. from Rm/Gry. c. G/JWH. Rm/Gry.4/MH.20.2.39. With regard to the attached Advice Note, we ordered these bearings from Hoffmanns in our letter ref. Rm/Gry.o/MH.1.2.39, to which they… | ||
| scan0052 | Letter from Overdrive Gears Ltd. to S. H. Grylls proposing a meeting to discuss commercial arrangements. | ||
| View original record | 1153 PLEASE REPLY DIRECT TO "ORMIDALE" THE AVENUE, HATCH END, MIDDX. 'PHONE: HATCH END 1221 Overdrive Gears Ltd., DIRECTORS A.C.WICKMAN. WALTER JENKS. C.D.GAY. E.J. de NORMANVILLE. 76, VICTORIA… | ||
| scan0053 | Short confirmation telex regarding a meeting on Thursday morning. | ||
| View original record | Km/ACH 22/2'39. DE NORMANVILLE, HATCH END 1221, MIDDX. TO-MORROW THURSDAY MORNING O.K. GRYLLS, ROYCAR. | ||
| scan0054 | Letter proposing a joint patent for the elongation of holes in cages to prevent cage failures. | ||
| View original record | 1153. Experimental Dept. Rm/FJH.O/MH. PRIVATE. 22nd. February, 1939. F.O.Hickling Esq., Messrs. Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd., Newark-on-Trent. Dear Mr. Hickling, It has occurred to us that the… | ||
| scan0055 | Confirming a telephone order for six oil seals from The Super Oil Seal Manufacturing Co. | ||
| View original record | 1153 Roy. from Rm/Gry. c. G/JWH. Rm/Gry2/R.28.2.39. We have ordered by telephone from - The Super Oil Seal Manufacturing Co., King's Norton, Birmingham, 6 off, seals, to run on a 2 1/8 diameter shaft,… | ||
| scan0056 | Packing note for the dispatch of six chrome oil seals. | ||
| View original record | 1153 PACKING NOTE DIRECTORS: R. H. ROBERTS (CHAIRMAN) H. E. CRESSMAN (AMERICAN) G. H. AYRES F. DARLINGTON, A.C.A. TELEPHONE: KINGS NORTON 2041 (3 LINES) TELEGRAMS: OILSEAL, BIRMINGHAM SUPER OIL SEALS… | ||
| scan0057 | Letter from Overdrive Gears Ltd. proposing a revised schedule of royalties. | ||
| View original record | 1153 PLEASE REPLY DIRECT TO "ORMIDALE" THE AVENUE, HATCH END, MIDDX. 'PHONE: HATCH END 1221 Overdrive Gears Ltd., DIRECTORS A.C.WICKMAN. WALTER JENKS. C. D. GAY. E. J. de NORMANVILLE. 76, VICTORIA… | ||
| scan0058 | Letter to E.J. de Normanville of Overdrive Gears Ltd. acknowledging his letter and explaining a delay in response. | ||
| View original record | 1153 Rm/Gry.5/MH. E.J. de Normanville, Esq., Overdrive Gears Ltd., 76, Victoria Street, LONDON, S.W.1. 2nd. March, 1939. Dear Mr. De Normanville, Many thanks for your letter of March 1st. Mr. Robotham… | ||
| scan0059 | The use of hard steel pads in the manufacture of aluminium bronze gearbox forks. | ||
| View original record | 1153. To, RHC/JWW. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.12/MH.9.9.39. GEARBOX FORKS. With regard to the aluminium bronze fork which you now have to see whether it is possible to include in its manufacture hard steel… | ||
| scan0060 | Letter from Paul Quinn Ltd. regarding a sample of HIBUDINE synthetic rubber for oil seals. | ||
| View original record | 1/53 DIRECTORS: K. L. WATSON, F.C.A., P. QUINN (AMERICAN), S. S. TRESILIAN, B.A., A.M.I.A.E., M.S.A.E., M.A.S.M.E. PAUL QUINN LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF "HIBUDINE" SYNTHETIC RUBBER AIR MINISTRY APPROVED… | ||
| scan0061 | The feasibility of incorporating steel pads into gearbox forks during the casting process. | ||
| View original record | 1153 Rm/Gry. RHC/JWW.3/HM.10.3.39. Gearbox Forks. ------------- We have considered the incorporation of steel pads in the Gearbox Fork which you have loaned to us, and are afraid that this is not a… | ||
| scan0062 | Letter to Paul Quinn Ltd. acknowledging receipt of a sample oil seal and discussing material. | ||
| View original record | 1153. Rm/Gry.6/MH. 13th. March, 1939. Messrs. Paul Quinn Ltd., Ipswich Road, Trading Estate, Slough, BUCKS. For the attention of Mr. K.C.Van Der Vord. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of March… | ||
| scan0063 | Invoices from Super Oil Seals & Gaskets Ltd. and seeking authorisation for payment. | ||
| View original record | 1153. Rm/Gry. G/WFH/CA.12/JB.14.3.39 We have two invoices from Super Oil Seals & Gaskets Ltd., dated 21st. and 27th. February, charging us 1/3d. each for 3 - No.225116 Perfect Oil Seals and 1/6d. each… | ||
| scan0064 | Letter from Super Oil Seals & Gaskets Ltd. regarding an invoice for three oil seals and their delivery. | ||
| View original record | COPY. SUPER OIL SEALS & GASKETS LTD. Our Ref. DMM/BJC. Your ref. G/WFH/CA.8/WP. Messrs Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby. 6th March 1939. Dear Sirs, In reply to your letter of 28th February regarding our… | ||
| scan0065 | Letter to Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd. requesting two LJ.45 bearings for experimental purposes. | ||
| View original record | 1153? Rm/Gry.o/MH. 15th. March, 1939. F.O.Hickling, Esq., Messrs. Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd., Newark, NOTTS. Dear Hickling, We want for purely experimental purposes two LJ.45 bearings having an… | ||
| scan0066 | Requesting an order for two LJ.45 experimental bearings from Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 115/3 To Roy. from Rm/Gry. c. G/JWH. Rm/Gry.7/MH.15.3.39. Will you please send an order to Messrs. Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd., for 2 - LJ.45 bearings with an end float of .050. These bearings… | ||
| scan0067 | Proposed gearbox fork design and requesting a sample before proceeding with die sinking. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To RHC/JWW. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.12/MH.15.3.39. GEARBOX FORKS. Referring to our telephone conversation, herewith a sketch of the proposed gearbox fork. If you agree that it can be made in this… | ||
| scan0068 | Official order for two types of oil seals from Super Oil Seals & Gaskets Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 1/53 To Roy. from Rm/Gry. c. G/JWH. Rm/Gry.2/MH.17.3.39. Will you please send an official order to Super Oil Seals & Gaskets Ltd. for 3 - No.225116 Perfect Oil Seals handed to Rm/Gry. - 1/3d. each. 3… | ||
| scan0069 | Advice note from Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd. detailing goods dispatched. | ||
| View original record | ADVICE NOTE Z 12404 RANSOME & MARLES BEARING Co. LTD. NEWARK-ON-TRENT. WSW MESSRS ROLLS-ROYCE LTD., 1153. NIGHTINGALE ROAD, D E R B Y. FOR THE ATTENTION OF MR. GRYLLS. WE HAVE TO ADVISE YOU THAT THE… | ||
| scan0070 | Letter from Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. regarding the elongation of holes in bearing cages and misalignment. | ||
| View original record | 1153 London Office 17, VICTORIA STREET, WESTMINSTER, S.W.1. Telephone: ABBEY 3875 (2 LINES) Telegrams: OFFISLUNDA, SOWEST, LONDON BALL & ROLLER R&M BEARINGS Telegraphic Address: "BEARINGS, NEWARK"… | ||
| scan0071 | Letter from Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd. discussing bearing separator design and patents. | ||
| View original record | RANSOME & MARLES BEARING Co., Ltd. - 2 - F.J. Hardy, Esq., Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., D E R B Y . 28-3-39 side of the raceway to the other. Under such conditions, too small a clearance in the… | ||
| scan0072 | Letter from Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd. regarding the supply and performance of bearings. | ||
| View original record | London Office: 17, VICTORIA STREET, WESTMINSTER, S.W. 1. Telephone: ABBEY 3875 (2 LINES) Telegrams: OFFIISLUNDA, SOWEST, LONDON BALL & ROLLER R&M BEARINGS 1153 Telegraphic Address 'BEARINGS, NEWARK'… | ||
| scan0073 | Comparison of BHP loss in a gearbox due to churning of gears at different oil temperatures. | ||
| View original record | 1153 also 1231 To By. from Rm/Swdl. c.c. Da. c. Rm/Gry. c. Da/Hdy. Rm/Swdl.6/MH.31.3.39. A comparison has been taken between running with a plain direct drive through the gearbox against a fully… | ||
| scan0074 | Letter from Overdrive Gears Ltd. regarding oil suitability for an overdrive gearbox and hydraulic operation. | ||
| View original record | 1153 PLEASE REPLY DIRECT TO "ORMIDALE" THE AVENUE, HATCH END, MIDDX. 'PHONE: HATCH END 1221 Overdrive Gears Ltd., DIRECTORS A.C.WICKMAN. WALTER JENKS. C.D.GAY. E.J. de NORMANVILLE. 76, VICTORIA… | ||
| scan0075 | Letter to Captain de Normanville of Overdrive Gears Ltd. regarding the use of SAE.30 engine oil for gearbox lubrication. | ||
| View original record | 483 Rm/Gry.G/MH. 1st. April, 1939. Capt. E.J. de Normanville, Overdrive Gears Ltd., 7c, Victoria Street, LONDON, S.W.1. Dear Captain de Normanville, Thank you for your letter of March 31st. We are now… | ||
| scan0076 | Drawing PD.414, showing a .035 correction for the 1st and Reverse gears on the B.V. B.50 and Silver Wraith gearbox. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. 1153. DA.15/G.5.4.39. B.V. B.50 and SILVER WRAITH. GEAR BOX. Herewith is PD.414 shewing the 1st and Reverse Gears with .035 correction. This gives an increase in strength and is especially… | ||
| scan0077 | Letter from Automotive Products Company Ltd regarding the return of assembled Axial Roller Bearings and Selector Gear parts. | ||
| View original record | EP 1158 LOCKHEED Hydraulic Aircraft Equipment. AUTOMOTIVE PRODUCTS COMPANY LTD. TACHBROOK ROAD, LEAMINGTON SPA. Left Box: "Aerodraulic" REMOTE CONTROLS FOR ALL PURPOSES POWER OR MANUALLY OPERATED… | ||
| scan0078 | Suggestion for the B.V. and B.50 gearbox, detailing changes to cone and cam angles to prevent a pressed-on cone from coming off. | ||
| View original record | BY/MS c. Rm. 1153 DA.3/G.17.4.39. B.V. and B.50 GEAR BOX. Gry Please receive herewith FD.420 2nd. Speed Cone Solid with gear. This is a suggestion to deal with the trouble of a pressed on cone having… | ||
| scan0079 | Letter from Overdrive Gears Ltd. discussing an alternative royalty fee basis for smaller car chassis. | ||
| View original record | 1153. Overdrive Gears Ltd., 76, VICTORIA STREET, LONDON, S. W. 1. DIRECTORS A.C.WICKMAN. WALTER JENKS. C. D. GAY. E. J. de NORMANVILLE. TELEPHONE AND TELEGRAMS VICTORIA 6291 EN/AP. 19th April 1939.… | ||
| scan0080 | Letter to Overdrive Gears Ltd. discussing royalty figures and competitive strategy for various engine sizes. | ||
| View original record | 1153. Rm6/R. 20th April, 1939. E.J. de Normanville, Esq., Overdrive Gears Ltd., 76, Victoria Street, LONDON. S.W.1. Dear Mr. de Normanville, Thank you for your letter of the 19th April. I am glad that… | ||
| scan0081 | New combined dipstick and oil filler plug for a gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 1153. To: EY. Rm. Da. Mx.5/MG.22.4.39 GEAR BOX Dipstick and Oil Filler Plug ------------------------ With reference to the criticism of present Scheme as outlined in Mx.6/G.16.1.39, we have tried out… | ||
| scan0082 | Charge for special bearings and a request to book them into stores for payment processing. | ||
| View original record | 1153 MH OK GMG Rm/Gry G/WFH/AT.9/BB.22.4.39 Re: Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd. We have received a charge for 3. Special Bearings DMJT.40.J. supplied against our order No. 77527 on the 29th… | ||
| scan0083 | Request for a layout of a rig for testing the strength and durability of gearbox gear teeth. | ||
| View original record | EX/A1A (crossed out) 1153 c. Rm. DA.6/G.24.4.39. FSH GJY GEAR BOX GEAR TEST RIG. Herewith is PD.424, Layout of a Rig for testing strength and durability of gear teeth, which we wish to have made.… | ||
| scan0084 | The booking in of 3 special bearings received from Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 1158 To G/Mt. from Rm/Gry. c. G/WFH/AT. Rm/Gry.3/MH.25.4.39. Will you please book in 3 Special Bearings DMJT.40.J. received from Messrs. Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd. against our Order No. 77527… | ||
| scan0085 | The order of Duplex bearings for Bentley gearboxes. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To Roy. from Rm/Gry. c. G/JWH. Rm/Gry.1/MH.3.5.39. Will you please order from Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd. the following Duplex bearings:- 6 off DMJT.35. 6 off DMJT.45. We require these for… | ||
| scan0086 | Notification regarding blueprints for a combined dip stick, breather, and filler plug for models B.5 and B.50. | ||
| View original record | 1153 DA/Rm [crossed out] c. Rm. DA.1/G.6.5.39. B.5 and B.50. COMBINED DIP STICK, BREATHER AND FILLER PLUG. G1345. We attach hereto blueprints of the above. Will you please arrange to have details and… | ||
| scan0087 | Letter from Overdrive Gears Ltd. to W. A. Robotham discussing an alternative licence fee proposal. | ||
| View original record | PLEASE REPLY DIRECT TO "ORMIDALE" THE AVENUE, HATCH END, MIDDX. 'PHONE: HATCH END 1221 11/53. Overdrive Gears Ltd., DIRECTORS A.C.WICKMAN. WALTER JENKS. C. D. GAY. E. J. de NORMANVILLE. 76, VICTORIA… | ||
| scan0088 | Alternative royalty basis and schedule of licence fees for a chassis. | ||
| View original record | ALTERNATIVE ROYALTY BASIS As an alternative a Licensee may operate under the following schedule of licence fees. (a) When the retail price of the chassis is £500. or under - 15/-d. per chassis. (b)… | ||
| scan0089 | The combined filler, breather, and dip stick for the B.5 and B.50 gearbox. | ||
| View original record | BT/NS c. Rm. 1153 DA.1/G.15.5.39. B.5 and B.50 GEAR BOX. COMBINED FILLER, BREATHER AND DIP STICK. Please receive herewith :- G.CD.1359 Combined Filler Breather and Dip Stick in accordance with the… | ||
| scan0090 | Correcting an order for bearings from Ransome & Marles. | ||
| View original record | 1153. To Roy. from Rm/Gry. c. G/JWH. c. HPS/WSC. Rm/Gry.4/MH.18.5.39. The other day we asked you to order from Messrs. Ransome & Marles 6 of each of the following bearings, DMJT.45 and DMJT.35.… | ||
| scan0091 | Letter from Overdrive Gears Ltd. outlining suggestions for improved production and cost reduction of a gearing system. | ||
| View original record | 1153. PLEASE REPLY DIRECT TO "ORMIDALE" THE AVENUE, HATCH END, MIDDX. 'PHONE: HATCH END 1221 Overdrive Gears Ltd., 76, VICTORIA STREET, LONDON, S. W. 1. DIRECTORS A.C.WICKMAN. WALTER JENKS. C. D. GAY.… | ||
| scan0092 | Page 2 of a letter discussing gearing modifications and a licensing fee scheme for larger cars. | ||
| View original record | -2- gearing. (8) The planet carrier is a solid job machined out for the planets.. The cover plate is positioned by "fitting" bolts for the rivet holes, whilst the planet pin centres are machined;… | ||
| scan0093 | Cross-section drawing of an overdrive gear assembly. | ||
| View original record | OVERDRIVE GEARS LTD., LONDON, ENGLAND., 5-8-39., 35x72x17, 50x90x20, 30x72x19 | ||
| scan0094 | Confirming modifications for the production of 300 B.V. gearbox sets. | ||
| View original record | 1153 & 428 To By. from Rm/Gry. c.c. Da. c.c. Da/Hdy. c.c. By/NS. c.c. By/CRL. Rm/Gry.16/MH.2.5.39. B.V. GEARBOX. This is to confirm that before the machining of 300 sets is released to production the… | ||
| scan0095 | Alteration of a second speed cam angle for gearbox no. 9.B.5. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To HPS. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.17/MH.23.5.39. GEARBOX NO. 9.B.5. We believe you are now in a position to build up this box but should be glad if, before doing so, you would have the second speed cam… | ||
| scan0096 | Requesting a gear change on a dynamometer axle for testing a new gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 1153 J To HPS. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.4/MH.31.5.39. We are going to dynamometer the third of the new gearboxes, i.e. No.9, and before we can do this we need to change the axle gears in the dynamometer… | ||
| scan0097 | Letter to Overdrive Gears Ltd. suspending work on their overdrive scheme, comparing it unfavourably to a General Motors alternative. | ||
| View original record | 1153. Rm3/R. 2nd June, 1939. Capt. E.J. de Normanville, Overdrive Gears Ltd., 76, Victoria Street, S.W.1. Dear Capt. de Normanville, Thank you for your letter of the 19th May. I do not think it is… | ||
| scan0098 | Letter from Overdrive Gears Ltd. discussing royalty terms and licensing for different chassis models. | ||
| View original record | 1153. PLEASE REPLY DIRECT TO "ORMIDALE" THE AVENUE, HATCH END, MIDDX. 'PHONE: HATCH END 1221 DIRECTORS A.C.WICKMAN. WALTER JENKS. C.D.GAY. E.J. de NORMANVILLE. Overdrive Gears Ltd., 76, VICTORIA… | ||
| scan0099 | Page 2 of a letter suggesting a different price and noting a delay due to an uncompleted licence form. | ||
| View original record | -2- something more like 2/- instead of the exemplo-gratia 1/4d. used above, might be reasonable. As previously stated I am sorry to worry you on these matters but it is the only item now holding us up… | ||
| scan0100 | Letter from Overdrive Gears Ltd. discussing licence proposals and the technical merits of their overdrive system. | ||
| View original record | PLEASE REPLY DIRECT TO "ORMIDALE" THE AVENUE, HATCH END, MIDDX. 'PHONE: HATCH END 1221 1153. Overdrive Gears Ltd., DIRECTORS A.C.WICKMAN. WALTER JENKS. C.D.GAY. E.J. de NORMANVILLE. 76, VICTORIA… | ||
| scan0101 | Letter discussing and comparing overdrive gear ratios, tractive effort, and performance characteristics for various vehicles. | ||
| View original record | -2- I have also looked up statistics in regard to accepted practice for other Overdrive gear ratios; figures are per centage step up from direct ratio. The A.E.C. charabanc chassis is 40% with… | ||
| scan0102 | Typed letter with postscripts discussing planet gear specifications. | ||
| View original record | -3- already extended to our job; and to request your further consideration of these points. With personal regards, Believe me to remain, Yours sincerely, Edgar de Normanville. P.S. A query arose… | ||
| scan0103 | Performance graph for an 'Overdrive Snipe' with a 4.54 axle, showing curves for Top Gear, Overdrive, and B.HP required. | ||
| View original record | OVERDRIVE SNIPE 4.54 AXLE TOP GEAR OVERDRIVE B.H.P. REQ'D. X-AXIS LABELS: R.P.M. TOP O/DRIVE X-AXIS VALUES (MPH): 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90 X-AXIS VALUES (R.P.M. TOP): 1000, 1500, 2000, 2500,… | ||
| scan0104 | Letter to Overdrive Gears Ltd. returning a B.HP Required Diagram. | ||
| View original record | 1153 Rm/Gry.4/MH. 10th. June, 1939. Overdrive Gears Ltd., 70, Victoria Street, LONDON, S.W.1. For the attention of E.J.de Normanville, Esq. Dear Sirs, As requested in your letter of 9th. June, we… | ||
| scan0105 | Ordering of steel cage side shaft roller bearings for B.V. gearboxes. | ||
| View original record | 1153 + 428 To HPS. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.2/MH.12.6.39. B.V. GEARBOXES. We should have received by now from Hoffmanns, 6 side shaft roller bearings with steel cages. It is important that these bearings… | ||
| scan0106 | Letter from Paul Quinn Ltd. regarding the price and suitability of synthetic rubber versus natural rubber. | ||
| View original record | 1153. DIRECTORS: K. L. WATSON, F.C.A., P.QUINN (AMERICAN). S. S. TRESILIAN, B.A., A.M.I.A.E., M.S.A.E., M.A.S.M.E. PAUL QUINN LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF “HIBUDINE” SYNTHETIC RUBBER AIR MINISTRY APPROVED… | ||
| scan0107 | Letter from Paul Quinn Ltd. awaiting test results on a seal and discussing pricing philosophy. | ||
| View original record | PAUL QUINN LTD. PAGE 2. Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd. 13th June 1939. We should therefore be very pleased to hear the results of tests you have carried out on the seal sent to you, and we would greatly… | ||
| scan0108 | Pros and cons of oil-operated versus vacuum-operated gearbox remote control systems. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To Sg. from Rm/Gry. c. Hs. c. By. c. Cx. W/S. c. C. W/S. c. Da. c. Da/Hdy. c. MX. Rm/Gry.6/MH.13.6.39. GEARBOX REMOTE CONTROL. We were asked at the last Conference to put on paper the pros and… | ||
| scan0109 | Two potential schemes for transmission improvement: an oil relay clutch and a vacuum-assisted gear change. | ||
| View original record | -2- RM/Gry.6/MR.13.6.39. We have just completed a few simple parts designed by Hdy. to provide clutch operation assistance on O.B.IV. This scheme is an oil relay and will provide information quickly… | ||
| scan0110 | Letter to Messrs. Paul Quinn Ltd. clarifying a misunderstanding about oil seals and the company's policy against using non-standard components. | ||
| View original record | 1153? Rm/Gry.3/MH. 14th. June, 1939. Messrs. Paul Quinn Ltd., Ipswich Road, Trading Estate, Slough, BUCKS. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of 13th. June, reference PQ/CP. You say in your… | ||
| scan0111 | Personal letter from Edgar de Normanville to W.A. Robotham regarding a potential misunderstanding over negotiations. | ||
| View original record | 1153 HATCH END 1221. ORMIDALE, THE AVENUE, HATCH END, MIDDLESEX. 16th June, 1939 PERSONAL Dear Mr.Robotham, I am labouring under the unpleasant feeling that either you, or R.R. (or both) have formed… | ||
| scan0112 | Invoice and credit note discrepancy for a gearbox assembly from E.H. Pickford & Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 1153. Rm/FD G/WFH/CA30/NR.16.6.39 We have an invoice from E.H.Pickford & Co.Ltd. dated 23rd. May charging us with one Gear Box Assembly at £17/10/-d.less 15% plus 4/3d. carriage plus 4/9d. packing… | ||
| scan0113 | Personal letter to Mr. de Normanville discussing royalties, synchromesh transmissions, and technical expediency. | ||
| View original record | 1153 Rm5/R. 17th June, 1939. E. de Normanville, Esq., Ormidale, The Avenue, Hatch End, MIDDLESEX. PERSONAL. Dear Mr. de Normanville, Thank you for your letter of June 16th. I think we can re-assure… | ||
| scan0114 | Programme to address issues with an all-helical gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 1153. By. from Rm. c. Da/Hdy. c. Rm/Gry. Rm4/R.19.6.39. GEARBOX PROGRAMME. A discussion was held between By. Hdy. Gry. Rm. re all-helical box. It was decided to persist with this box. Chief troubles… | ||
| scan0115 | Request for payment for dismantling, reassembling, and return carriage for a loaned gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 1153 G/WFH. Rm/FD.3/JH.20.6.39. Will you please arrange payment of £2.8.6. for dismantling, reassembling and return carriage etc. for a gearbox loaned to E.H. Pickford & Co. Ltd. Charge to O/N.52444.… | ||
| scan0116 | Personal letter from Edgar de Normanville to W.A. Robotham regarding a business relationship and licence problem. | ||
| View original record | 1753. HATCH END 1221. ORMIDALE, THE AVENUE, HATCH END, MIDDLESEX. PERSONAL 21st June, 1939 Dear Mr.Robotham, tThank you so much for your personal letter of the 17th instant and it is a relief to me to… | ||
| scan0117 | Letter from Overdrive Gears Ltd. confirming a fixed licence fee of 15 shillings per unit, irrespective of vehicle size or torque. | ||
| View original record | 1153. Overdrive Gears Ltd., DIRECTORS A.C.WICKMAN. WALTER JENKS. C.D.GAY. E.J. de NORMANVILLE. 76, VICTORIA STREET, LONDON, S.W.1. TELEPHONE AND TELEGRAMS VICTORIA 6291 21st June, 1939 Dear Sir, For… | ||
| scan0118 | Letter to E. de Normanville acknowledging his letter regarding royalties and the overdrive project. | ||
| View original record | 1153 Rm8/R. 22nd June, 1939. E. de Normanville, Esq., Ormidale, The Avenue, Hatch End, MIDDX: Dear Mr. de Normanville, Thank you so much for your letter of the 21st June, also for the note re… | ||
| scan0119 | Letter from British Timken Limited confirming an order for six bearings No. 25580/25520. | ||
| View original record | 115/3 BRITISH TIMKEN LIMITED MANUFACTURERS OF TAPERED ROLLER BEARINGS ALSO BALL AND PARALLEL ROLLER BEARINGS TRADE MARK: TIMKEN LONDON OFFICE: 10 MAYFAIR PLACE, LONDON, W. 1. TELEPHONE: GROSVENOR 2944… | ||
| scan0120 | Advice note from Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd for the dispatch of 60 steel rollers. | ||
| View original record | W.S.W. 1153? ADVICE NOTE FROM London Office: 17, Victoria Street, S.W.1 Z.1371 Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd Z 67579 STANLEY WORKS NEWARK-ON-TRENT JFH Date 24-6-39 We have this day forwarded the… | ||
| scan0121 | Confirming a telephone order for 60 rollers from Messrs. Ransome & Marles and requesting a covering order. | ||
| View original record | 1153? To Les. from Rm/Gry. c. G/JWH. Rm/Gry.7/MH.24.6.39. We have ordered by telephone from Messrs. Ransome & Marles, 60 Rollers 1/4" diameter and 1/2" long. Will you please send the necessary… | ||
| scan0122 | Covering order for bearings for an experimental gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To Les. from Rm/Gry. c. G/J.W.H. Rm/Gry.7/MH.24.6.39. Will you please send a covering order to British Timken Ltd. for 6 Bearings, Cone No. 1380 and Cup No.1328. These were ordered by telephone… | ||
| scan0123 | Clutch housing modification to prevent the top gear from jumping out of mesh. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To By/CRL. from Rm/Gry. c. HPS/RH. Rm/Gry.1/MH.24.6.39. CLUTCH HOUSING FOR USE WITH IRON ENGINE. We have discovered that the rib shown on the attached blue print BL.1146, does some good in… | ||
| scan0124 | Internal memorandum requesting a covering order for bearings from British Timken Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To Les. from Rm/Gry. c. G/JWH. Rm/Gry.5/MH.26.6.39. Will you please send a covering order to British Timken Ltd. for 6 Bearings, Cone No.25580, Cup No. 25520, as per their Advice Note attached.… | ||
| scan0125 | The failure of a 2nd Motion Shaft in a gear box, detailing mileage, suspected cause, and the implemented solution. | ||
| View original record | 1153 + 4006 To Rm. from HPS/RH. C. C. C. HPS/RH.3/BA.27.6.39. 8.B.V. Gear Box. Failure of 2nd Motion Shaft GB.4817. This shaft has run 1,840 miles in 9.B.V., 66 miles in 30.G.VII ( 8 Cylinders) and… | ||
| scan0126 | Photograph of a helical gear layshaft cluster. | ||
| View original record | 670 | ||
| scan0127 | Drawing for the arrangement of Timken Bearings for a gearbox layshaft intended for dynamometer testing. | ||
| View original record | 1153. To HPS/RH. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.2/MH.3.7.39. Herewith drawing showing the arrangement of Timken Bearings for the gearbox layshaft which we want to try on dynamometer as soon as possible. We… | ||
| scan0128 | Letter from Overdrive Gears Ltd. regarding an improved overdrive design and potential collaboration. | ||
| View original record | 1153. PLEASE REPLY DIRECT TO "ORMIDALE" THE AVENUE, HATCH END, MIDDX. 'PHONE: HATCH END 1221 Overdrive Gears Ltd., 76, VICTORIA STREET, LONDON, S. W. 1. DIRECTORS A.C.WICKMAN. WALTER JENKS. C. D. GAY.… | ||
| scan0129 | Confirmation to dispense with the servo on the small gearbox for the Junior Rationalised range. | ||
| View original record | 1153. By. from Rm. c. Da. c. Da/Hdy. Rm13/R.20.7.39. Small Gearbox - Rationalised Programme. This is to confirm that after considering the progress which has recently been made on non-servo operated… | ||
| scan0130 | Design and scaling of a 'Junior Gearbox' to achieve weight savings for smaller cars. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To By. from Rm/Gry. c. DA. c. Da/Hdy. Rm/Gry.7/MH.28.7.39. JUNIOR GEARBOX. We have been considering the best size to make the Junior gearbox. Our reasons for doing this are that we think it… | ||
| scan0131 | Comparison table of component metrics, possibly weights or costs, for different engine sizes. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Gry.7/MH.28.7.39. | | PD.477 5.6-litres | .875 3.7 litres | .815 3-litres | .71 2 litres. | |---|---|---|---|---| | Castings | 26.5 | 20.5 | 17.5 | 13.4 | | Gear Trains | 43.5 | 28.8 | 23.3 | 15.5… | ||
| scan0132 | Design specifications for the Junior gearbox and axle, considering engine sizes and sales projections. | ||
| View original record | 1153 +1030 By. from Rm. c. Da. c. Da/Hdy. c. Da/Ev. c. Da/Jnr. Rm11/R.5.8.39. JUNIOR GEARBOX. With reference to Rm/Gry.7/MH.28.7.39., we are in favour of making the gearbox for the Junior Rationalised… | ||
| scan0133 | Parts list and request for blueprints for a Gear Box Gear Test Rig. | ||
| View original record | 153 c. Rm. BY/Ald.1/AW.12.8.39. GEAR BOX GEAR TEST RIG. Please receive herewith two blue prints of each of the following together with two extra copies of pieces marks "A":- PD.424. Gear Box Gear Test… | ||
| scan0134 | Typed list of parts with their corresponding part numbers and quantities required. | ||
| View original record | -2- "A" EXS.1860. End Cover. - - - 1 off. "A" EXS.1861. Gear Box Casing. - - - 1 " "A" EXS.1862. Gear Box Casing. - - - 1 " EXS.1863. Top Cover. - - - 2 " EXS.1867. Washer - Top Cover. - - - 2 "… | ||
| scan0135 | Inquiring about the Alvis gearbox patent, referencing the Hillman Minx, for potential use in the Myth Gear-box. | ||
| View original record | To Hdy. from Ev. (Belper Baths) c. to Rm/Gry. 1153 Ev.8/JH.9.10.39. re Gearbox Patents. We understand that the Hillman Co. have paid a royalty on the design of the first and reverse gears of the Minx… | ||
| scan0136 | Acquisition of an Alvis gearbox patent specification, thought to be common with Minx cars. | ||
| View original record | 1153 Ev. c. Rm/Gry. Da/Hdy.3/G/11.10.39. RE: GEARBOX PATENTS. With reference to Ev.8/JH/9.10.39. we have been able to obtain from Mr. Walker a copy of the Alvis patent specification in question, and… | ||
| scan0137 | Letter to Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd. inquiring about the status of bearing preload tests, now required for the Aero Department. | ||
| View original record | 1153 Rm/Gry.2/MH. 11th. October, 1939. F.O.Hickling, Esq., Messrs. Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd., Newark, NOTTS. Dear Hickling, You may remember some time ago I asked you whether you could start… | ||
| scan0138 | Gear change lever design for the American market, comparing column-mounted shifters to floor-mounted ones. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To Ev. from Rm. Rm.6/MH.21.10.39. The more we see of the change speed on the column the more certain we are that by the time it is developed and produced it will be out of date. The Americans… | ||
| scan0139 | Order for a Hillman 14 gearbox from Pickford's. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To Les. from Rm/Gry. c. G/JWH. Rm/Gry.2/MH.23.10.39. Will you please order from Pickford's one Hillman 14 gearbox complete with gear lever but less clutch housing. O/N.52444. Rm/Gry. | ||
| scan0140 | Alterations to the reverse mechanism of the Myth gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To Ev. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.4/MH.3.11.39. GEARBOXES. With regard to our decision to alter the reverse on the Myth box so that it moves forwards into engagement and therefore tends to work into… | ||
| scan0141 | Pencil sketch of a mechanical linkage for reverse operation. | ||
| View original record | REVERSE OPERATION MYTH | ||
| scan0142 | Memo discussing difficulties with the reverse gear on the Myth and L.H. Phantom gearboxes and proposing a solution. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/Grys from Ev. 1158 6.11.39. Gearboxes. 12 Many thanks for your Rm/Grys4/HH.3.11.39 re reverse gears on Myth & L.H. Phantom. On the Myth, since little is drawn we may be able to do as you… | ||
| scan0143 | Hand-drawn sketch with dimensions for a proposed reverse operation on a Left Hand Phantom. | ||
| View original record | Mythe of Left Hand Phantom c/L of Box 1.100 1.550 PROPOSED REVERSE OPERATION. 6/11/39. | ||
| scan0144 | Experiments with a synchro-mesh gearbox and reverse selector spring modifications. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To Ev. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.1/MH.14.11.39. GEARBOXES. Now that it has been decided that the most suitable gearbox for Rippletto is our own Myth box, it becomes essential to do an experiment to… | ||
| scan0145 | Proposal from an Italian inventor for an automatic change speed gear system. | ||
| View original record | Eligio Mirone Torino (Italy) Via Le Chiuse, 25 bis Telefono: 71.144 TECHNICAL DEPARTMENT Turin, 29th November 1939 ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. 14-15 Conduit Street LONDON W.1 Dear Sirs, I beg to inform you that… | ||
| scan0146 | Letter from Eligio Mirone listing the advantages of an automatic change speed gear. | ||
| View original record | 2 Eligio Mirone Torino Via Le Chiuse, 25 bis Telefono: 11.144 includes also a full analysis of my automatic change speed gear, illustrating its advantages under the following aspects : Mechanical… | ||
| scan0147 | Secret memo discussing proposals for the simplification of the Senior Rationalised Gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 1153. SECRET. To Rm/Gry. from Ev. c. Rm. c. Rm/FJH. Ev.5/12.12.39. RE SENIOR RATIONALISED GEARBOX. We have been examining your proposals to still further simplify the Senior Gearbox by the elimination… | ||
| scan0148 | Secret memorandum discussing the simplification of the Senior Rationalised Gearbox and a proposal to reverse gear positions. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. 1153 To Rm/Gry from Ev. c. Rm. c. Rm/FJH. Ev.5/12.12.39. RE SENIOR RATIONALISED GEARBOX. We have been examining your proposals to still further simplify the Senior Gearbox by the elimination… | ||
| scan0149 | Sending an engine unit to the repair department for overhaul to be used in a Vulture gearbox test rig. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To Hd. (Repair Dept). c. to EJJ. Rm/CTS.3/JH.20.12.39. Chassis unit for Vulture gearbox test rig. We are sending to the repair dept. unit No.W.72 this being the engine that Rm. has allocated for… | ||
| scan0150 | Request for the manufacture of parts for a simplified synchromesh scheme for a rationalised gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 1158 To HPS. c. to Rm/CTS. Rm.2/JH.28.12.39. Simplified Synchromesh Scheme - Rationalised Gearbox. Will you please make the following parts, drawings of which are attached - Section 6030. RG.120 DC… | ||
| scan0151 | Request to issue a covering order to Messrs. S. Smith & Sons Ltd. for a Right Angle gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To Les. c. to G/JWH. Rm.5/JH.28.12.39. Will you please issue a covering order to Messrs. S. Smith & Sons Ltd., Cricklewood Works, LONDON.N.W.2. for 1 Right Angle gearbox as per attached. Rm. | ||
| scan0152 | Requesting information and feedback on the Cotal gearbox and discussing seaplane landing gear. | ||
| View original record | 1153 1245 W/P - Sr. Rm.3/JH.19.1.40. We are interested in the Cotal box. We are particularly anxious to get accurate information as to the behaviour of this box in the hands of the public. Can you… | ||
| scan0153 | Typed letter to O. Bowden regarding the trial of a car with a Cotal gearbox and arranging a follow-up visit. | ||
| View original record | 1153 Rm.4/JH. 19th. January, 1940. O. Bowden, Esq., Castle Bromwich Aeroplane Factory, Kingsbury Road, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM.24. Dear Mr. Bowden, Thank you very much for letting us try the car with… | ||
| scan0154 | Letter from Morris Motors Ltd. acknowledging correspondence and informing that the proposed meeting date is not convenient. | ||
| View original record | 1153 TELEPHONE OXFORD 77777 TELEGRAMS "VOITURETTE," OXFORD MORRIS MOTORS LTD. COWLEY, OXFORD 23rd January, 1940. Dear Sir, In the absence of Mr. Boden I am acknowledging your letter of the 19th… | ||
| scan0155 | List of new blueprints and drawings for the PL. 65 Revised Senior Gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 1153. File TO. Rm EV/HH.1./ 25. 1. 40 Clan/EXP. PL. 65 Revised Senior Gearbox Section. 6040. 1st & 3rd Motion Shaft Section. 6050. 2nd Motion Shaft Section. 6070. Reverse Shaft & Gears Please receive… | ||
| scan0156 | Letter from Morris Motors regarding an opportunity to view a Cotal gearbox at Wolseley Motors. | ||
| View original record | 1153. TELEPHONE OXFORD 77777 TELEGRAMS 'VOITURETTE', OXFORD MORRIS MOTORS LTD. COWLEY, OXFORD 25th January, 1940. Dear Mr. Robotham, I have now had an opportunity of a word with Mr. W. M. Thomas,… | ||
| scan0157 | Accompanying blueprints for a Revised Senior Gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 1/53. File TO. Rm EV/HH.2./ 25. 1. 40 Clan/EXP. Revised Senior Gearbox Please receive herewith 2 blueprints of the following drawings as requested. GB. 5385. Servo Drive Worm Gear GB. 5388. Outer Cone… | ||
| scan0158 | Letter from Wolseley Motors Limited regarding an interest in the Cotal gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 1153. TELEGRAMS EXACTITUDE, TELEX, BIRMINGHAM TELEPHONE NO. EAST 1501 AFTER 7 P.M. AND WEEK ENDS EAST 1271 WOLSELEY MOTORS LIMITED, WARD END, BIRMINGHAM, 8. MANAGING DIRECTOR 26th January, 1940. Dear… | ||
| scan0159 | Drawings for a revised senior gearbox and a request to produce 7 sets. | ||
| View original record | 1153 File To HPS. c. HPS/RH. Rm/CTS.1/BA.26.1.40. CHASSIS PROGRAMME. Revised Senior Gearbox. We send you herewith the drawings for the new gear box issued in the attached memo Ev/HH.1/25.1.40. Wial… | ||
| scan0160 | Letter to O. Boden of Morris Motors Ltd. regarding co-operation. | ||
| View original record | 1153 Rm.6/MH. 27th. January, 1940. O.Boden, Esq., Messrs. Morris Motors Ltd., Cowley, OXFORD. Dear Mr. Boden, Thank you for your letter of January 25th. I am very much indebted to you for your… | ||
| scan0161 | Letter to W.M.J. Thomas of Wolseley Motors Ltd. regarding the arrangement of a meeting. | ||
| View original record | 1153. Rm.7/MH. 27th. January, 1940. W.M.J.Thomas, Esq., Wolseley Motors Ltd., Ward End, BIRMINGHAM, 8. Dear Mr. Thomas, Thank you so much for your letter of January 26th. I should very much like to… | ||
| scan0162 | Letter from the Managing Director of Wolseley Motors Ltd. to Mr. Robotham arranging a visit. | ||
| View original record | 1153. TELEGRAMS EXACTITUDE, TELEX, BIRMINGHAM TELEPHONE NO. EAST 1501 AFTER 7 P.M. AND WEEK ENDS EAST 1971 WOLSELEY MOTORS LIMITED, WARD END, BIRMINGHAM. 8. MANAGING DIRECTOR Your ref. Rm.7/MH. 30th… | ||
| scan0163 | Modifications to the ride control for Right Hand Cars with Senior Gearboxes. | ||
| View original record | Space SECRET. To Rm. from Ev. Ev4/31.1.40. c. Ev./HH. File RE RIDE CONTROL. RIGHT HAND CARS. SENIOR GEARBOX. We attach herewith two prints of PL. 105. shewing the slight modifications to the ride… | ||
| scan0164 | Letter to W. Thomas of Wolseley Motors Limited postponing a visit due to snow. | ||
| View original record | 1153. Rm.7/JH. 1st. February, 1940. W.Thomas, Esq., Messrs. Wolseley Motors Limited, Ward End, BIRMINGHAM.8. Dear Mr.Thomas, Thank you for your letter and telegram. In view of the weather conditions,… | ||
| scan0165 | Production methods for gear tooth serrations on an RG.181 insert outer cone. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To Mr/Mills from HPS/Cy c. to RM. Gear Tooth Form Serrations. RG.181 Insert Outer Cone. This piece calls for 20 spaces of tooth form and to cut this piece on the Fellowes machine would require a… | ||
| scan0166 | Invitation from Wolseley Motors Ltd to view and test Cotal gearbox components and activities. | ||
| View original record | 1153. TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM EAST 1501 (AFTER 7 P.M AND WEEKENDS EAST 1271) TELEGRAMS: "EXACTITUDE", TELEX, BIRMINGHAM. TELEX TELEPHONE: EAST TELEX 0404. CODES: BENTLEY'S, BENTLEY'S SECOND PHRASE.… | ||
| scan0167 | Manufacturing method for an outer cone insert's internal teeth. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To Rm. c. to Ev. Ev/HH.7/JH.9.2.40. RG.181 - Insert - outer Cone. 2nd. Speed. In reply to your memo. HPS/Cy.4/IC.7.2.40. re cutting of the internal teeth your suggestion of serrations would suit… | ||
| scan0168 | Missing prints for a Senior Gear Box 3rd Speed Driven Gear, urging action to allow machining to proceed. | ||
| View original record | 1158 To [redacted] c. Rm. F.J. HARDY HH. HPS/RH.3/BA.12.2.40. Understand this is for our except engines only Rm Senior Gear Box In your memo Ev/HH.1/25.1.40, you quote RG.100 3rd Speed Driven Gear,… | ||
| scan0169 | Alteration note for a Senior Gearbox Reverse Shaft, adding centre drilling at each end. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. 1153 Y.L 13-2-40. 107/RG. SENIOR GEARBOX. SEC. 6070. F.184 REVERSE SHAFT - BEARING SHAFT. ALTERATION:- ADDITION OF CENTRE DRILLING AT EACH END. REASON. MACHINE SHOP REQUEST. S.K. | ||
| scan0170 | Letter to W.M.W. Thomas of Wolseley Motors arranging a meeting. | ||
| View original record | 1153. Rm.10/MH. 12th. February, 1940. W.M.W.Thomas, Esq., Messrs. Wolseley Motors, Ltd., Ward End, BIRMINGHAM, 6. Dear Mr. Thomas, Many thanks for your letter of 9th. February. I should like to come… | ||
| scan0171 | Dispatch of 2 blueprints for the ER.5332 2nd speed driven gear. | ||
| View original record | 1153. File To Rm. c.c. to Ev. Ev/HH.10/JH.15.2.40. re Revised Senior Gearbox. Please receive attached 2 blueprints of - ER.5332 2nd. speed driven gear. This drawing is required in conjunction with… | ||
| scan0172 | Blueprints for a revised senior gearbox driven gear. | ||
| View original record | File 1153 To Rm. c.c. to Ev. Ev/HH.10/JH.15.2.40. re Revised Senior Gearbox. Please receive attached 2 blueprints of - EB.5332 2nd. speed driven gear. This drawing is required in conjunction with… | ||
| scan0173 | Visit to Wolseley's to inspect a Cotal gearbox and compare it with a standard model. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To Ev. Rm.2/ML.16.2.40. COTAL GEARBOX. Self and FJH went to Wolseley's today to have a look at the cotal box. Whilst Wolseley's have done absolutely no development on the box the visit was useful… | ||
| scan0174 | Development of a gearbox, including issues with magnets and plans for a new design based on a Chrysler unit. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - To Ev. Rm.2/ML.16.2.40. The obvious question to ask seemed to be why they did not put the magnets for the 3½ litre box on the 1½ litre box and continue their experiments but such a test appeared… | ||
| scan0175 | Updates and part replacements for the Senior Range gearbox and actuating gear. | ||
| View original record | C.T. SALT 1153. SECRET. File To Ev/HH. c. to Rm. c. to Rm/FJH. Ev.3/JH.16.2.40. re Gearbox Senior Range. Section 6030 Gearbox and Actuating Gear. We send herewith the following details of Section 6030… | ||
| scan0176 | Changes and updates to a gearbox design, including features to be removed and modifications to its components. | ||
| View original record | -2- Ev.3/JH.18.2.40. We suggest we produce a detail of the outline of the box which shews these bosses undrilled and the number of this detail will be the piece number of the L.H. Gearbox casting. The… | ||
| scan0177 | Letter to Wolseley Motors Ltd. arranging a factory visit and the collection of a loaned Cotal gear box. | ||
| View original record | 1153 Rm.3/ML. Feb: 16th. 1940. W.M.Thomas,Esq., Wolseley Motors Ltd., Ward End, Birmingham. 8. Dear Mr. Thomas, Thank you very much for the enjoyable day you gave us yesterday and also for the loan of… | ||
| scan0178 | Letter to Morris Motors regarding the loan of a Cotal gearbox, gearbox research, and injection equipment. | ||
| View original record | 1153 Rm.13/MH. 16th. February, 1940. O.Boden, Esq., Messrs. Morris Motors Ltd., Cowley, OXFORD. Dear Mr. Boden, A line to let you know that we had a very interesting visit to Wolseley Motors to have a… | ||
| scan0179 | Letter of inquiry to 'Autocar' magazine regarding a pre-selector synchromesh gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 1153. Rm.10/ML. 16th. Feb: 1940. G.Geoffrey Smith,Esq., Messrs Iliffe & Sons,Ltd., Dorset House, Stamford Street, London.S.E.1. Dear Mr. Smith, We are interested by the pre-selector synchromesh… | ||
| scan0180 | Letter from Wolseley Motors Ltd regarding arrangements for the collection of a Cotal Gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 1153 TELEPHONE BIRMINGHAM EAST 1501. (AFTER 7 P.M. AND WEEKENDS EAST 1271) TELEGRAMS "EXACTITUDE", TELEX, BIRMINGHAM. TELEX TELEPHONE: EAST TELEX 0404. CODES: BENTLEY'S, BENTLEY'S SECOND PHRASE.… | ||
| scan0181 | Letter to Wolseley Motors Ltd. arranging a visit and requesting information on a patented two-speed marine gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 1153 Rm.4/ML. 20th. Feb: 1940. W.M.Thomas,Esq., Wolseley Motors Ltd., Ward End. Birmingham. 8. Dear Mr. Thomas, Many thanks for your letter of the 17th. February. I am provisionally keeping Wednesday… | ||
| scan0182 | Letter from Morris Motors Ltd. regarding the Cotal gearbox and petrol injection equipment. | ||
| View original record | 115B TELEPHONE: OXFORD 77777 TELEGRAMS: "VOITURETTE" OXFORD MORRIS MOTORS LTD. COWLEY, OXFORD 20th February, 1940. Dear Mr. Robotham, Thank you for your letter of the 16th February. We will keep in… | ||
| scan0183 | Letter from Iliffe & Sons Ltd. discussing a pre-selector gearbox mechanism and its designer. | ||
| View original record | 1153 TELEPHONE: WATERLOO 3333 (50 LINES). TELEGRAMS: AUTOCARS,SEDIST,LONDON. Iliffe & Sons Ltd. Dorset House, Stamford Street, London, S.E.1. 21st February, 1940. W. A. Robotham, Esq., Messrs… | ||
| scan0184 | Letter from Wolseley Motors Ltd confirming they are gathering information on the Cotal gearbox. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM EAST 1501. (AFTER 7 P.M. AND WEEKENDS EAST 1271) TELEGRAMS: "EXACTITUDE", TELEX, BIRMINGHAM. 1153 Wolseley Motors Ltd PROPRIETORS:- MORRIS MOTORS LTD. TELEX TELEPHONE: EAST TELEX… | ||
| scan0185 | Alternative methods for securing outer cones in the Senior Gearbox due to issues with peening after cyanide hardening. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To Rm. c. to Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. Ev/HH.16/JH.22.2.40. re Senior Gearbox. GB.5388 Outer Cone 3rd. speed. GB.5335 Outer Cone Direct. RG.180 Outer Cone 2nd. speed. The above parts are required for the… | ||
| scan0186 | Questioning the use of bearings for the side shaft of the Junior Rationalised Gear Box. | ||
| View original record | Ev. c. Rm/FJH. 1153 R.K. Rm.4/ML.22.2.40. Junior Rationalised Gear Box. I do not see why we are not using plain bearings for the side shaft of this box. The Americans are even using plain bearings on… | ||
| scan0187 | Inquiry about a pre-selector operation described in an 'Autocar' article, requesting a demonstration or drawings. | ||
| View original record | 1153- File Rm.9/ML. 24th. Feb: 1940. A.B.Oliver, Esq., 8, Portland Street. Leamington Spa. Dear Sir, We are interested by the pre-selector operation described in the "Autocar" of February 9th. Mr.… | ||
| scan0188 | Trial to rely on the press fit of the cones alone for the Senior Gear Box. | ||
| View original record | 1153 file To Ev/HH. c. Ev. Rm.8/ML.24.2.40. Senior Gear Box. Re Memo. Ev/HH.16/JH.22.2.40. we wish to try your alternative (a) reliance upon the press fit of the cones alone to hold them. If further… | ||
| scan0189 | Letter from Wolseley Motors Ltd to W.A. Robotham regarding Cotal gearbox drawings and a proposed visit. | ||
| View original record | 1158. TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM EAST 1501. (AFTER 7 P.M. AND WEEKENDS EAST 1271) TELEGRAMS: "EXACTITUDE", TELEX, BIRMINGHAM. TELEX TELEPHONE: EAST TELEX 0404. CODES: BENTLEY'S, BENTLEY'S SECOND PHRASE.… | ||
| scan0190 | Continuation page of a letter from the Managing Director of Wolseley Motors Ltd. | ||
| View original record | WOLSELEY MOTORS LTD. CONTINUATION SHEET NO. 2. However, the main details are the same. Yours sincerely, W. M. J. Thomas Managing Director. MORRIS | ||
| scan0191 | Letter to W.M.W. Thomas of Wolseley Motors Ltd. about rescheduling a meeting. | ||
| View original record | 1153 Rm.5/MH. 26th. February, 1940. W.M.W.Thomas, Esq., Messrs. Wolseley Motors Ltd., Ward End, BIRMINGHAM, 8. Dear Mr. Thomas, I am so sorry you cannot come on Wednesday, the 28th. I know how… | ||
| scan0192 | Requesting a layout to assess the impact of fitting a Cotal gearbox, including a marine unit, into a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | 1153 Ev. Rm.1/ML.27.2.40. Herewith particulars of the Cotal gear box, which include a marine unit. I would like you to make a layout showing how this gear box would affect the floor boards on a… | ||
| scan0193 | Confirming the dispatch of preliminary blueprints for a gearbox casing. | ||
| View original record | File 1153 To Rm. c. to Ev. Ev/HH.2/JH.27.2.40. R.H. Senior Range. Gearbox Sec.6030 In accordance with PL.43,65,79 and 105. Please receive herewith 4 blue prints of the following :- RG.171 Gearbox… | ||
| scan0194 | Letter from A.B. Oliver responding to an enquiry about a gearbox, stating a demonstrator is unavailable and proposing a meeting. | ||
| View original record | 1153. F.J. HARDY Rm Derby 8, Portland Street, Leamington Spa. Your Ref: Rm.9/ML. February 27th 1940. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Limited, Derby. Dear Sir, I thank you for your letter of the 24th inst in which… | ||
| scan0195 | Letter to A.B. Oliver, Esq. arranging a factory visit. | ||
| View original record | 1158. Experimental Dept. Rm/FJH.7/MH. 1st. March, 1940. A.B.Oliver, Esq., 8, Portland Street, LEAMINGTON SPA. Dear Sir, We thank you for your letter of 27th. ult. We should be glad if you could call… | ||
| scan0196 | Revised clutch actuation for the Senior Gearbox (R.H. side change). | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c. to Ev. File 1153 Rm/CTS 3/MH 7.3.40 EV/HH.6/JH.1.3.40. Senior Gearbox (R.H. side change). Section 6010 - Clutch Casing. PL.38 - Revised Clutch Actuation. Please receive herewith blue prints… | ||
| scan0197 | Blueprints for a revised clutch casing to suit a single lever actuation. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c to Ev. F.J.H 1153. + 1046 Ev/HH.10/JH.1.3.40. Senior Gearbox (L.H. Side change). Section 6010 - Clutch casing. PL.38 - Revised clutch actuation. Please receive herewith blue prints of the… | ||
| scan0198 | Blueprints and modifications for a Senior Gearbox with a right-hand side change. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c. to Ev. File 1153. Ev/HH.11/JH.1.3.40. Senior Gearbox (R.H. Side Change). Section 6030 - Gearbox. PL.43 - L.H. side change gear. PL.65 - Modified gearbox. Please receive herewith blue prints… | ||
| scan0199 | Concluding page of a set of instructions, marked as page 2. | ||
| View original record | -2- EV/HH.11/JH.1.3.40. This completes the instructions for the above. Kindly instruct up as required. EV/HH. | ||
| scan0200 | Revisions to the Senior Gearbox, including the speedo drive, damper pump casing, and dispatch of associated blueprints. | ||
| View original record | 1153v 1946 To Ev. c. to Rm. File Ev/HH.8/JH.1.3.40. Senior Gearbox. Section 6035 Speedo Drive. PL.43 - L.H. Side change. PL.65 - Revised Gearbox. Please receive herewith blue prints of each of the… | ||
| scan0201 | Left-hand side change modification for the Senior Gearbox, including associated part drawings. | ||
| View original record | 1153 + 1046 File To Rm. c. to Ev. Ev/HH.5/JH.1.3.40. Senior Gearbox (L.H. Side change). Section 6030 Gearbox. PL.65 Modified gearbox. PL.43 L.H. Side change. Please receive herewith blue prints of… | ||
| scan0202 | Modifications and blueprints for the Senior Gearbox's Servo Drive to accommodate Tecalemit chassis lubrication. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To Rm. c. to Ev. File Ev/HH.7/JH.1.3.40. Senior Gearbox. Section 6045 - Servo Drive. PL.122 - Drive to suit Tecalemit Lubrication. Please receive herewith blue prints of each of the following :-… | ||
| scan0203 | Letter from A.C. Oliver to Mr. Robotham arranging a meeting to present the 'Oliver' gearbox. | ||
| View original record | Attention of Mr. Robotham 1163 8, Portland Street, Leamington Spa. March 2nd 1940, Messrs. Rolls-Royce Limited, Derby. Dear Sir, Referring to my letter to you of the 27th February, I find that I can… | ||
| scan0204 | Gathering recommendations for a Cotal gearbox to cope with the 5 1/2 litre engine. | ||
| View original record | 1153. Ev. c. Jnr. Rm.15/ML.4.3.40. Here is some information from Sr. on the Cotal gearbox. I have asked him for their recommendations to cope with the 5 1/2 litre engine. Rm. | ||
| scan0205 | Translated document detailing the performance and usage of the Cotal electro-magnetic gearbox. | ||
| View original record | TRANSLATION. G.P. to Sr. 20.2.40. COTAL ELECTRO-MAGNETIC GEARBOX. (1) For engines of between 4 and 5 litres cylinder capacity, the 35 metre kilog. the Cotal type gearbox weighs 56 kilgs. (2) The… | ||
| scan0206 | The price, performance, and power-absorption of Cotal gearboxes, with comparisons to Peugeot. | ||
| View original record | (6) The price of a Cotal gearbox for 4,5 cylinder capacity engines before the outbreak of war, was, series price 5,200 frs. plus 150 frs. for the agent. There is no precise information as to the… | ||
| scan0207 | The recommended size of a Cotal gearbox for a 5.5-litre engine and plans for destructive testing. | ||
| View original record | 1153 or 1245 Spare W/P. Sr. Rm.15/ML.4.3.40. COTAL GEARBOX. What we are interested in is the recommended size of gearbox to deal with a 5½ litre engine, because anything we produce must cover the… | ||
| scan0208 | List of gearbox-related parts, drawings and patent specifications loaned by Mr. Oliver. | ||
| View original record | Gearbox General file 1153. 5.3.40. PARTS & DRAWINGS LOANED TO R.R. BY MR. OLIVER. (1) Model of selecting operation. (2) Model of fork, gear and synchronising unit. (3) Sketch No.1 of Hydraulic… | ||
| scan0209 | Diagrams showing multiple sectional views of a pre-selective synchro-mesh gearbox. | ||
| View original record | PRE - SELECTIVE SYNCHRO - MESH GEAR BOX OLIVER PATENTS SECTION A-A SECTION B-B PART SECTION C-C SECTION D-D OFFSIDE VIEW WITH COVER REMOVED R N 1 2 3 4 3 A.V. Oliver. M.I.A.E. 20A, Berkeley Rd South… | ||
| scan0210 | Technical drawing showing multiple cross-sections of a pre-selective synchro-mesh gearbox. | ||
| View original record | PRE - SELECTIVE SYNCHRO - MESH GEAR BOX OLIVER PATENTS SECTION A-A SECTION B-B PART SECTION C-C SECTION D-D OFFSIDE VIEW WITH COVER REMOVED Numbered parts: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13,… | ||
| scan0211 | Blueprints and parts for modifications to the gearbox and servo drive on Senior Range Cars. | ||
| View original record | 1153 File To Rm. c. to Ev. Ev/HH.11/JH.7.3.40. Senior Range Cars. Gearbox. Section 6030. Servo Drive. Section 6045. PL.122 Mod. to Tecalemit Drive. PL.122 (Mod.) Mod. to PL.122. Please receive… | ||
| scan0212 | Letter from Hallam, Sleigh & Cheston confirming arrangements for two heaters. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: ASTON CROSS 0914 (3 Lines) (PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE) 1158 TELEGRAMS: SUPERFINE BIRMINGHAM HALLAM, SLEIGH & CHESTON CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT, BRITISH AND FOREIGN RAILWAYS MANUFACTURERS… | ||
| scan0213 | Notice detailing outstanding sections of instructions for the Senior Range Gear Box. | ||
| View original record | 1153. File C.T.S - See me Rm To Rm. HPS/CP.4/SW.8.3.40. Senior Range Gear Box. For your guidance the following sections are still outstanding to complete our instructions for the Senior Range Gear… | ||
| scan0214 | Gear and axle ratios for the Rippletto and Myth Class cars. | ||
| View original record | F.J.H. I think we should order gears of both ratio's. Rm 153 To Rm. from Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Rm/CTS. c. to Rm/FD. c. to Ev/JD. c. to Ev/Tarlton. Ev.9/JH.8.3.40. Junior Gearbox. Attached herewith… | ||
| scan0215 | Comparison table of performance specifications for various non-Rolls Royce cars from the 1930s. | ||
| View original record | Sheet 1. CAR. LITRES. WEIGHT. REAR AXLE. SPEEDS. RATIOS. GRADIENTS. TYRE SIZE. Austin Big Seven. Aug. 1937. .900 14.5 cwt. unladen. 5.125 5.125 8.522 13.52 22.394 .600 .38 .214 1 in 14.9 1 in 9.0 1 in… | ||
| scan0216 | Comparative data table of various car models and their performance specifications. | ||
| View original record | Sheet 2. Cont'd. CAR. LITRES. WEIGHT. REAR AXLE. SPEEDS. RATIOS. GRADIENTS. TYRE SIZE. Talbot 1.185 19.5 cwt. 5.44 5.44 .666 1 in 11.2 5.25 Saloon. unladen. 8.16 .395 1 in 7.2 x Ten. 13.77 .278 1 in… | ||
| scan0217 | Comparison table of specifications for various motor cars from 1937-1938. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. Sheet 3. CAR. | LITRES. | WEIGHT. | REAR AXLE. | SPEEDS. | RATIOS. | GRADIENTS. | TYRE SIZE. --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- Morris | 1.550 | 22.5 unladen. | 5.25 | 5.25 | .675 |… | ||
| scan0218 | Comparison table of vehicle specifications for various car models. | ||
| View original record | Sheet 4. Cont'd. CAR. LITRES. WEIGHT. REAR AXLE. SPEEDS. RATIOS. GRADIENTS. TYRE SIZE Hillman 1.943 27 cwts. 4.89 4.89 .671 1 in 13.5 5.75 FOURTEEN Saloon. (unladen) 7.29 .408 1 in 8 x Sept. 1938.… | ||
| scan0219 | Comparison table of specifications for a Humber Saloon 'Snipe' and a Bentley Coupe Drop Head. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. Sheet 5. CAR. LITRES. WEIGHT. REAR AXLE. SPEEDS RATIOS. GRADIENTS. TYRE SIZE. Humber Saloon. "Snipe". Octo.1937. LITRES: 3.180 WEIGHT: 30 cwt. (unladen) REAR AXLE: 4.3 SPEEDS: 4.3, 6.3, 10.6,… | ||
| scan0220 | Technical particulars and specifications for the Minx Gearbox, detailing teeth counts and dimensions. | ||
| View original record | 1153 + 110H 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.… | ||
| scan0221 | Grinding operation for splines and the possibility of cutting grooves in steel cores for gear teeth. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/FJH.3/MH.8.3.40. Depth below top of tooth. 0 0.050 0.125 0.175 0.250 Chordal thickness. 0.025 0.106 0.190 0.2255 0.247 Concerning splines, we do not at present have a separate grinding… | ||
| scan0222 | Gear and axle ratios for the Junior Gearbox on the Rippletto and Myth class cars. | ||
| View original record | 1153. To Rm. from Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Rm/CPS. c. to Rm/PD. c. to Ev/JD. c. to Ev/Tarlton. Ev.9/JH.8.3.40. Junior Gearbox. Attached herewith is a chart of particulars of cars of the Rippletto and… | ||
| scan0223 | Technical data sheet comparing specifications of various competitor cars from the 1930s. | ||
| View original record | Sheet 1. CAR. LITRES. WEIGHT. REAR AXLE. SPEEDS. RATIOS. GRADIENTS. TYRE SIZE. Austin Big .900 14.5 cwt. 5.125 5.125 .600 1 in 14.9 4.75 Seven. unladen. 8.522 .38 1 in 9.0 x Aug. 1937. 13.52 .214 1 in… | ||
| scan0224 | Comparative data table of specifications for various British cars from the 1930s and 1940. | ||
| View original record | Sheet 2. Cont'd. CAR. LITRES. WEIGHT. REAR AXLE. SPEEDS. RATIOS. GRADIENTS. TYRE SIZE. Talbot 1.185 19.5 cwt. 5.44 5.44 .666 1 in 11.2 5.25 Saloon. unladen. 8.16 .395 1 in 7.2 x Ten. 13.77 .278 1 in… | ||
| scan0225 | Comparative table of specifications for various car models from the 1930s. | ||
| View original record | Sheet 3. Cont'd. CAR. LITRES. WEIGHT. REAR AXLE. SPEEDS. RATIOS. GRADIENTS. TYRE SIZE. Morris Twelve-four Series III Aug. 1937. | 1.550 | 22.5 unladen. | 5.25 | 5.25 7.76 12.03 20.85 | .675 .435 .252… | ||
| scan0226 | Specification sheet comparing various competitor cars from the 1930s. | ||
| View original record | Sheet 4. Cont'd. CAR. LITRES. WEIGHT. REAR AXLE. SPEEDS. RATIOS. GRADIENTS. TYRE SIZE Hillman Fourteen Saloon. 1.943 27 cwts. 4.89 4.89 .671 1 in 13.5 Sept. 1938. (unladen) 7.29 .408 1 in 8 5.75 12.08… | ||
| scan0227 | Specification comparison sheet for a Humber Saloon and a Bentley Coupe. | ||
| View original record | Sheet 5. Cont'd. CAR. LITRES. WEIGHT. REAR AXLE. SPEEDS RATIOS. GRADIENTS. TYRE SIZE. Humber Saloon. 3.180 30 cwt. 4.3 4.3 .683 1 in 8.5 6 x 16. "Snipe". (unladen) 6.3 .406 1 in 5.8 Octo.1937. 10.6… | ||
| scan0228 | Letter to Wolseley Motors Ltd. requesting outline drawings and torque curves for a small Cotal box for testing purposes. | ||
| View original record | 1153 Rm.3/MH. 11th. March, 1940. M.W.M.Thomas, Esq., Messrs. Wolseley Motors Ltd., Ward End, BIRMINGHAM, 8. Dear Mr. Thomas, We have done a certain amount of analysis on the Cotal box you so kindly… | ||
| scan0229 | Print of a Cotal gearbox from Wolseley Motors and outlining items requiring design attention for the Senior Range. | ||
| View original record | 1153. SECRET. To Rm. from Ev. c. to Rm/PJH. Ev.8/JH.12.3.40. re Cotal Gearbox. Senior Range. Attached herewith is a print of PL.146 shewing the Cotal gearbox, as provided by Messrs. Wolseley Motors,… | ||
| scan0230 | Following a visit to Morris Radiators, discussing car heater development and the potential use of a fin-and-tube radiator. | ||
| View original record | 1159 & 1280. Rm/Ed. Rm.7/ML.14.3.40. re VISIT TO MORRIS RADIATORS. With reference to Rm/Ed.7/GH.13.3.40. we have spent so much time on heaters up to the present without getting anything satisfactory… | ||
| scan0231 | Request for blueprints of the GB. 5392 Gearbox. | ||
| View original record | File 1153. To. Rm. Ev/HH.l./ 15. 3. 40. Clan/EXP. SENIOR GEARBOX We have received a request from Mr. Walker (Pattern Shop) for blueprints of GB. 5392 Gearbox. This detail is required in connection xxx… | ||
| scan0232 | Letter from Wolseley Motors discussing the availability and specifications of different sized Cotal gearboxes. | ||
| View original record | 1153 TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM EAST 1501. (AFTER 7 P.M. AND WEEKENDS EAST 1271) TELEGRAMS: "EXACTITUDE", TELEX, BIRMINGHAM. BY APPOINTMENT TELEX TELEPHONE: EAST TELEX 0404. CODES: BENTLEY'S, BENTLEY'S… | ||
| scan0233 | Continuation sheet of a letter from the Managing Director of Wolseley Motors Ltd. to W. A. Robotham. | ||
| View original record | WOLSELEY MOTORS LTD. W. A. ROBOTHAM, Esq. CONTINUATION SHEET NO. -2- one it would be necessary to import it from France. If I can help you in any way with further information, please do not hesitate… | ||
| scan0234 | Specification sheet for a Wolseley Motors 10/12 Mkg. Cotal Gearbox, detailing gear ratios and maximum input torque. | ||
| View original record | WOLSELEY MOTORS LIMITED 15.3.1940 10/12 Mkg. Cotal Gearbox Gear Ratios 1st 3.27 : 1 2nd 2.23 : 1 3rd 1.47 : 1 4th 1.0 : 1 Front Train Reduction 2.23 : 1 Rear Train Reduction 1.47 : 1 Maximum allowable… | ||
| scan0235 | Request for blueprints of the GB. 5392 Senior Gearbox. | ||
| View original record | File 1153. To. Rm. Ev/HH.1./ 15. 3. 40. Clan/EXP. SENIOR GEARBOX We have received a request from Mr. Walker (Pattern Shop) for blueprints of GB. 5392 Gearbox. This detail is required in connection xxx… | ||
| scan0236 | Providing particulars of the gear ratios and torque capacity for the small Cotal gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 1153. Ev. Rm.3/ML.18.3.40. Herewith particulars of the gear ratios and torque carrying capacity of the small Cotal box, the drawings of which we gave you on Saturday. Rm. | ||
| scan0237 | Specification sheet for a Wolseley Motors 10/12 Mkg. Cotal Gearbox, detailing gear ratios and maximum input torque. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y . WOLSELEY MOTORS LTD., 15.3.40. 10/12 Mkg. Cotal Gearbox. Gear Ratios. 1st. 3.27 : 1 2nd. 2.23 : 1 3rd. 1.47 : 1 4th. 1.0 : 1 Front Train Reduction 2.23 : 1 Rear Train Reduction 1.47 : 1… | ||
| scan0238 | Letter to Wolseley Motors Ltd regarding a drawing and testing of a small gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 1153 Rm.2/ML. 18.3.40. H.C.R. Mullins, Esq., Wolseley Motors Ltd., Ward End, Birmingham. 8. Dear Mr. Mullins, Thank you so much for the drawing of the small gear box, together with particulars of it's… | ||
| scan0239 | The return of loaned gearbox drawings and models to Mr. A.B. Oliver. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To G/Mt. from Rm/FJH. c. D/BP. Rm/FJH.6/MH.18.3.40. Will you please despatch to - A.B.Oliver, Esq., 8, Portland Place, Leamington Spa, the drawings and models of a gearbox operation which we have… | ||
| scan0240 | Letter to Mr. Oliver acknowledging the loan of models and drawings for a gearbox investigation. | ||
| View original record | 1153. Rm/FJH.5/MH. 18th. March, 1940. A.B.Oliver, Esq., 8, Portland Street, LEAMINGTON SPA. Dear Mr. Oliver, We thank you for the loan of your models and drawings from which we have taken some… | ||
| scan0241 | Advising the forwarding of goods, specifically the return of loaned gearbox models and drawings. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 244 B (50H) (5737) 18/9/39. O.S. 1153 ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. WG/F 73501 ADVICE. Gearbox General File DERBY Rm/FJH.6/MH.18.3.40. MEMO. OF GOODS FORWARDED. Sheet No. To A.B.Oliver, Esq., Date 19.3.40. We… | ||
| scan0242 | Packing note for gearbox models and drawings being returned from loan. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 294 B (50H) (5737) 18/9/39. C.S. PACKING NOTE. ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. WG/F 73501 DERBY Rm/FJH.6/WH.18.3.40. Sheet No. MEMO. OF GOODS FORWARDED. Date 19.3.40. To A.B.Oliver, Esq., We have this day… | ||
| scan0243 | Alteration notice for senior gearbox outer cones, deleting a peening note. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. 117 RG. File 1153 19-3-40 SENIOR GEARBOX. RG-180. OUTER CONE - 2ND SPEED. GB-5335. OUTER CONE - DIRECT. GB-5388. OUTER CONE - 3RD SPEED. ALTERATIONS:- PEENING NOTE DELETED. REASON:- ORIGINAL… | ||
| scan0244 | Letter from Wolseley Motors Ltd concerning the arrangement to send a 12 M.Kg Cotal Gear Box. | ||
| View original record | F. J. HARDY. 1153 TELEPHONE BIRMINGHAM EAST 1501. (AFTER 7 P.M. AND WEEKENDS EAST 1271) TELEGRAMS 'EXACTITUDE', TELEX, BIRMINGHAM. TELEX TELEPHONE EAST TELEX 0404. CODES: BENTLEY'S, BENTLEY'S SECOND… | ||
| scan0245 | Requesting the clearing up of drawing office sections to complete the Senior Range Gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To Rm. from HPS/RH. HPS/RH.1/SW.20.3.40. Senior Range Gearbox For your guidance the following sections require clearing up from the drawing office to complete the Senior Range Gearbox. Servo… | ||
| scan0246 | Design development of a die-cast head casing for a column gear shift for the Senior Range. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. 1153 To Rm. from Ev. c.c. to Rm/HH. Ev.3/JH.24.3.40. Column Gear Shift.- Senior Range. The detailing of the die cast head casing on PL.77 proved to be difficult and we have gone further into… | ||
| scan0247 | Letter from A.C. Oliver to Mr. Robotham regarding the 'Oliver' gearbox, offering to provide detail drawings and material records. | ||
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| scan0248 | Confirming the receipt of a Cotal gearbox on loan as per an attached invoice. | ||
| View original record | 1153 Les. Rm.13/ML.27.3.40. Please note that we are receiving a Cotal gearbox on loan as per attached invoice. Rm. | ||
| scan0249 | Letter to A. Oliver acknowledging his correspondence about the 'Oliver' gearbox. | ||
| View original record | Rm.9/ML. 28.3.40. A.Oliver,Esq., 1, Kenilworth Villas, Clarendon Road, The Strand, Southsea. Dear Sir, Thank you for your letter of the 26th. March, with reference to the 'Oliver' gearbox. This job is… | ||
| scan0250 | Conversation about gearbox design, spare wheel placement, and a universal coupling for a marine unit. | ||
| View original record | 1153 Ev. Rm.7/ML.29.3.40. Confirming our conversation with you at the Squash Court on Wednesday :- (1) JUNIOR RATIONALISED GEARBOX CHANGE SPEED MECHANISM. It seems very doubtful to us whether it will… | ||
| scan0251 | Letter to A.B. Oliver regarding a parcel of models and drawings sent to the wrong address. | ||
| View original record | 1153 Rm/FJH.5/JH. 6th. April, 1940. A.B. Oliver, Esq., 8 Portland Street, Leamington Spa. Dear Mr. Oliver, We find that when we returned your models and drawings we wrongly addressed them to 8… | ||
| scan0252 | Letter from C.B. Oliver confirming receipt of models and drawings and providing a new address. | ||
| View original record | 1153. Attention of Mr. Robotham. Gearbox General 1, Kenilworth Villas, Clarendon Road, Southsea. 9th April 1940. Messrs, Rolls-Royce Limited, Derby Dear Sir, Thank you for your letter of the 6th inst.… | ||
| scan0253 | Letter concerning the 'JOliver' gearbox, following up on returned models and drawings. | ||
| View original record | COPY 1, Kenilworth Villas, Clarenden Road, The Strand, Southsea. March 26th 1940. Attention of:- Mr. Robotham, Developement Engineer. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Limited, Derby. Dear Sir, I thank you for your… | ||
| scan0254 | The stress analysis and treatment for helical fabroil gears. | ||
| View original record | Timing Gears General 115 J Rm/JRS 2/CK 12-4-40 Treatment of Helical Fabroil Gears Since it is propsed to investigate the stresses in various fabroil gears including one with a tooth thicker than half… | ||
| scan0255 | Technical document detailing the calculation of the arc of contact for gear teeth. | ||
| View original record | -2- During the passage of a pair of tooth profiles into and out of contact this length MN is rolled off one base circle and on to an-other. Therefore the arc of contact measured on the base circle is… | ||
| scan0256 | Letter to Wolseley Motors Ltd. regarding the delayed return of a loaned Cotal gearbox for examination. | ||
| View original record | 1153 Rm/FJH.2/JH. 15th. April, 1940. Messrs. Wolseley Motors Ltd., Ward End, BIRMINGHAM.8. For the attention of H.C.R.Mullens Esq. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 19th. March and the… | ||
| scan0257 | Alteration notice detailing the addition of a Vellumoid joint to a gearbox blanking cover. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. File 141/RG 1153 17 April 1940 Senior Range Section 6030 RG 498 - Gearbox L.O.P. - Sheet 3 ALTERATION Part added:- RG.427. Joint. Blanking Cover. I.I. Vellumoid Reason It has been decided to… | ||
| scan0258 | Alteration notice for an L.H. Senior Range gearbox, detailing the addition of parts and the reason. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. 1153 142/RG 17 April 1946 L.H. Senior Range File Section 6030 RG 502. Gearbox. L.OP. (1 sheet) Alteration Parts added:- 1) GB 4124_JOINT. C.G. Bearing. - T.I. Vellumoid RG. 427_JOINT. C.G.… | ||
| scan0259 | Modifications to fit a gearbox with steering column control to Left Hand Drive Senior Range cars. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To Rm./FJH c.c. to Rm/HH. Ev.12/JH.25.4.40. re Gearbox with Steering Column. Control. Left Hand Cars. Senior Range. As you are already aware it has been decided to fit a gearbox with steering… | ||
| scan0260 | Gearbox design modifications, including linkages, control mechanisms, and policies for various car models. | ||
| View original record | -2- Ev.12/JH.25.4.40. Any existing engine will have to be mocked up by cutting and welding, in particular the one allocated for 31.G.7. On PL.79 is shown the vacuum cylinder and valve linkage with the… | ||
| scan0261 | Revised gearbox with steering column control for Left Hand Cars in the Senior Range. | ||
| View original record | FILE Rm/BTS.10/JMS 1-5-90 1153 ? To Rm. c.c. to Rm/HR. Ev.12/JH.25.4.40. re Gearbox with Steering Column Control. Left Hand Cars. Senior Range. As you are already aware it has been decided to fit a… | ||
| scan0262 | Gearbox modifications, controls, and adaptation for various car models, including the Silver Phantom. | ||
| View original record | -2- Ev.12/JH.25.4.40. Any existing engine will have to be mocked up by cutting and welding, in particular the one allocated for 31.G.7. On PL.79 is shown the vacuum cylinder and valve linkage with the… | ||
| scan0263 | Review and commentary on articles from the S.I.A. journal regarding electrically operated gearboxes. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To Rm. (Strikethrough) c. to Rm/FJH. Ev.16/JH.3.5.40. re Electrically Operated Gearboxes. JH (handwritten initials) In the Jan/Feb. 1940 Journal of the S.I.A. there are three articles on… | ||
| scan0264 | Manufacturing accuracy of internal parts, magnet winding difficulties, and balance issues concerning a gearbox. | ||
| View original record | -2- Ev.16/JH.3.5.40. M.Elwell makes a great point of the extreme accuracy with which the whole of the internal parts of this box have to be made in order that the gears may mesh correctly and that the… | ||
| scan0265 | Gear tooth proportions for gearbox gears, including corrected and uncorrected types. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/HH. from Ev/Tln. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Ev/JD. c. to Ev/EJB. c. to Ev. 1153 Ev/Tln.3/JH.25.4.40. Gear Tooth Proportions - Gearbox Gears. ZJH We have confirmed from Cgh/CRL. and Ev/Burkinshaw that… | ||
| scan0266 | Note on the 'topping' of standard gears when meshed with corrected gears. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. It sometimes occurs that an otherwise standard gear is "topped" if it meshes with a corrected gear. The above applies to helical and spur gearbox gears but not necessarily to engine gears or… | ||
| scan0267 | Requesting the provisional allocation of 7 Senior Range Gearboxes and discussing engine fitting. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from HPS/CP. c.c. Rm/FJH. [Rm is struck through] Senior Range Gearboxes. Would you please provisionally allocate the 7 Senior Range Gearboxes to enable us to anticipate our programme. We have… | ||
| scan0268 | Provisional allocation of seven Senior Range Gearboxes and the potential for related machining work. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from HPS/CP. c. Rm/FJH. HPS/CP.5/SW.30.4.40. Senior Range Gearboxes. Would you please provisionally allocate the 7 Senior Range Gearboxes to enable us to anticipate our programme. We have for… | ||
| scan0269 | Reviewing three articles from the January/February 1940 S.I.A. Journal on electrically operated gearboxes. | ||
| View original record | 1183 To Rm. c.c. to Rm/EJH [text struck through] Ev.16/JH.3.5.40. re Electrically Operated Gearboxes. In the Jan/Feb. 1940 Journal of the S.I.A. there are three articles on gearboxes as follows :- (1)… | ||
| scan0270 | Manufacturing precision and balance issues of gearbox components, including magnet windings. | ||
| View original record | -2- M.Elwell makes a great point of the extreme accuracy with which the whole of the internal parts of this box have to be made in order that the gears may mesh correctly and that the magnet faces may… | ||
| scan0271 | Development of an electrically operated gearbox and suggesting a course of action. | ||
| View original record | Ev. from Rm. Rm.10/ML.13.5.40. ELECTRICALLY OPERATED GEARBOXES. I was interested to read Ev.16/JH.3.5.40. I have come to the conclusion that the next box that we tackle after the junior rationalised… | ||
| scan0272 | Alteration to the dimensions of the Reverse Shaft and Gears due to a Drawing Office error. | ||
| View original record | 1153 T. RM. 157 RG 76 / 4.5.40. SENIOR RANGE. SECTION 6070 RG. 183. REVERSE SHAFT AND GEARS. ALTERATION. DIMENSIONS OF ROUGH CUT CHORDAL THICKNESS ALTERED FROM [REDACTED] TO .254 - .2 AND. FINISHED… | ||
| scan0273 | The allocation of new senior range gearboxes to various chassis. | ||
| View original record | File 1153 To HPS/RH from Rm/FJH. Rm/FJH.8/JMc.14.5.40. Senior Range Gearboxes. Re your memo HPS/CP.5/SW.30.4.40. The new senior boxes are allocated to chassis as follows:- 30.G.V11 31.G.V11 33.G.V11… | ||
| scan0274 | Alteration notice for a driving shaft bush (RG. 556) due to a drawing office error. | ||
| View original record | TO RM 1153 167/RG 17 MAY 1940 SENIOR GEARBOX SECTION G.35 RG. 556. BUSH - DRIVING SHAFT ALTERATION .450 + 1/15 DEPTH OF .3437 DIA BORE TO .350 + 1/15 .350 +/- 1/8 FROM END FACE TO COLLAR TO .450 +/-… | ||
| scan0275 | Revised scheme for the steering column support on the Senior Range, including the use of a Harris Bush. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten] FILE Rm 1153 [Stamped] SECRET. [Handwritten in red ink] P H T H Agreements Rm [Handwritten] O.K. Hk. To Rm. from Ev. c. to Rm/HH. c. to Mr. Green. Ev.9/JH.20.5.40. Steering Column… | ||
| scan0276 | Design of a gastight steering column seal for Senior Range cars with column gear shift. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. 1153 To Rm. from Ev. C.c. to Rm/HH. Ev.5/JH.24.5.40. Steering Column Seal on Dash. Left Hand Senior Range. Column Control Gearshift. On PL.230 we show a design of gastight seal for the… | ||
| scan0277 | Request to despatch a Bentley V. Gear Box for fitment to an experimental car. | ||
| View original record | 1153 HD/FC. From Rm/WYM. Rm/WYM.3/JMS.13.6.40. c. D/BP. Will you please despatch to Rolls Royce Ltd. Hythe Rd. Scrubbs Lane, Willesden, N.W.10.: 1 Bentley V. Gear Box No.K.7 BP. This is intended for… | ||
| scan0278 | Despatch request for a set of parts to be sent to Mr. Bellringer at Hythe Road, Willesden. | ||
| View original record | HD/FC. from Rm/Wym. 1153 Rm./Wym.1/JMS.3.7.40. Will you please despatch to Mr. Bellringer, Hythe Road, Willesden, N.W.10. the following set of parts: GB.4939 Change Gear Lever 1 GB.4938 Shaft. 1… | ||
| scan0279 | The status of two Cotal gearboxes received from Wolseley Motors Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 1153 Rm. G/WFH/CA.13/MM.15.7.40 In February and March 1940, The Wolseley Motors Ltd. sent for your attention, one Cotal Gear Box, type MK.20 and one Cotal Gear Box type MK.12 and we have in our… | ||
| scan0280 | The retention of gearboxes for a minimum of six months without purchase. | ||
| View original record | 1153 G/WFH. from Rm. Rm.17/ML.17.7.40. With reference to G/WFH/CA.13. /MM.15.7.40. we have still got these gearboxes and want to keep them for 6 months at least, but do not want to buy them. Rm. | ||
| scan0281 | Four schemes for the Junior gearbox and its column control. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. e. to Rm/HH. Ev.1/JH.17.7.40. Junior Gearbox. The following 4 schemes cover the Junior gearbox and its column control. PL.232. Junior Gearbox. This is modelled on the Senior Rationalised… | ||
| scan0282 | PL.280 Synchromesh design, its characteristics, and a new method for pegging thrust washers. | ||
| View original record | -2- Ev.1/JH.17.7.40. PL.280 Synchromesh. This shows the splines, dog teeth and cam faces to a large scale. We have copied the latest B.V. baulking characteristics (there is not an up to date B.V.… | ||
| scan0283 | Confirming the despatch of additional gearbox parts in reply to a previous memo. | ||
| View original record | 1153 W/N. BR/G. from Rm/Wym. Rm/Wym.8/JMS/18.7.40. In reply to your memo BR/G.23/G.17.7.40, we are hoping to despatch the additional gear box parts by the end of this week. Rm/Wym. | ||
| scan0284 | Parts despatch request for BR/G at Hythe Road, Willesden. | ||
| View original record | 1153 HD/FC. from Rm/Wym. Rm/Wym.11/JMS.22.7.40. Will you please despatch to BR/G, Hythe Road, Willesden, N.W.10. the following set of parts: G.84203 Spring. 16 off .187"Steel balls (no cages in stock)… | ||
| scan0285 | Dispatch of parts for a Bentley Chassis No. B.V. | ||
| View original record | 1153 W/N. BR/G from Rm/Wym. RE: BENTLEY CHASSIS NO.B.V. Rm/Wym.12/JMS.22.7.40 With further reference to your memo BR/G.23/G.17.7.40, we are today despatching under seperate cover a further set of… | ||
| scan0286 | The ratio limitations and the economical radius for the magnetic clutches of the Cotal Gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To Rm. c. to Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. Ev/Tln.2/JH.2.8.40. Cotal Gearboxes. We give below for future reference, all we know about the Cotal Gearbox. (1) Ratio limitations. The ratios of the indirect… | ||
| scan0287 | Analysis of magnet design and the particulars of teeth for a MK.30 gearbox. | ||
| View original record | -2- Ev/Tln.2/JH.2.8.40. We suggest here that the design of magnets and mating surfaces is worth investigating. Fig. 1 represents the Cotal Magnet; Fig. 2 suggests an airgap of greater area than the… | ||
| scan0288 | Reverse gear, gear ratios, and clutch torques for the MK.30 gearbox. | ||
| View original record | -3- Ev/Tln.2/JH.2.8.40. (4) Reverse gear. This is at the input end of the box and can be associated with any of the 4 forward gear ratios. It is a fixed planet carrier gear giving a reduction of .375.… | ||
| scan0289 | List of references to publications concerning Cotal gearboxes. | ||
| View original record | -4- Ev/Tln.2/JH.2.8.40. References to Cotal gearboxes occur in :- I.A.E. Journal DEC. 1937 "Transmission Gear Developments by L.J. Shorter. S.I.A. Hournal Jan. Feb. 1940"Cotal Electro Mechanical… | ||
| scan0290 | Technical memo detailing ratio limitations and clutch design considerations for the Cotal Gearbox. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c. to Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. Ev/Tln.2/JH.2.8.40. Cotal Gearboxes. We give below for future reference, all we know about the Cotal Gearbox. (1) Ratio limitations. The ratios of the indirect gears… | ||
| scan0291 | Magnet design and gear teeth specifications for the MK.30 box. | ||
| View original record | -2- Ev/Tln.2/JH.2.8.40. We suggest here that the design of magnets and mating surfaces is worth investigating. Fig. 1 represents the Cotal Magnet; Fig. 2 suggests an airgap of greater area than the… | ||
| scan0292 | Analysis of the MK.30 gearbox, detailing reverse gear ratios and torques on the four clutches. | ||
| View original record | -3- Ev/Tln.2/JH.8.8.40. (4) Reverse gear. This is at the input end of the box and can be associated with any of the 4 forward gear ratios. It is a fixed planet carrier gear giving a reduction of .375.… | ||
| scan0293 | List of references to journal articles about Cotal gearboxes. | ||
| View original record | -4- Ev/Tln.2/JH.2.8.40. References to Cotal gearboxes occur in :- I.A.E: Journal DEC. 1937 "Transmission Gear Developments by L.J. Shorter. S.I.A. Hournal Jan. Feb. 1940 "Cotal Electro Mechanical… | ||
| scan0294 | Confirming a request for an axle and gearbox from chassis B.4.AW and frame B.V.17. | ||
| View original record | W/Cricklewood. Br. from Rm. (Handwritten: 1153) (Handwritten: file engine-chassis general) Rm.10/ML.27.8.40. B.V. GEARBOXES AND REAR AXLES. With reference to your Memo. Br.1/H.23.8.40. This is to… | ||
| scan0295 | Confirming the receipt of gear-boxes and rear axles from two chassis. | ||
| View original record | To: "Br". Rm/Wym4/Dn3.9.40 Gear-Boxes & Rear Axles. In reply to your memo Br/BK2/H27.8.40, this is to inform you that we have now received the Gear-Boxes and Rear Axles from B-4-AW and B-V-17 chassis… | ||
| scan0296 | Sending omitted change speed mechanism parts for Bentley Gear-boxes and Rear Axles. | ||
| View original record | N/W - Rm/Wym c - Belper. Hle Gearboxes General Br/G3/G.5-9-40. re. Bentley Gear-boxes & Rear Axles. Rm/Wym4/Dn.3-9-40. We have just found that the change speed mechanism for B-4-AW, and similar parts… | ||
| scan0297 | Material and design of first speed teeth for the senior gearbox, referencing a 30,000-mile test. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: 1/53 Rm | Wyman. Parker 47634 Did not the box do 50,000 miles? I thought it was not changed until the other day. Rm 47,654 Typed: To Rm. c.c. to Rm/HH. c.c. to Ev. Ev/Tln.9/JH.11.10.40.… | ||
| scan0298 | Replacement and rebuilding of gearbox side shaft bearings for specific car chassis. | ||
| View original record | 1/3 Rm/Wym. from Rm. c. Rm/FJH. file acoustics Rm.20/ML.24.9.40. GEARBOX SIDE SHAFTS. This is to confirm that you will remove the box fitted to 30.G.VII and replace the present ordinary needle roller… | ||
| scan0299 | The gearbox from vehicle 30.G.VII, referencing associated reports and a file number. | ||
| View original record | 1153 re GEARBOX off 30.G.VII and report in Ev/Tln.5/JH.17.9.40 " Ev/Tln11/JH.18.9.40 see File No 666e --- Mirrored text from reverse --- R.R.(Ltd) (a) 250(10-3-40) CLM 2761a R.D. Date Chassis No.… | ||
| scan0300 | Sending two blueprints for proposed tri-metal bushes for a Layshaft to Messrs Vandervell Ltd. | ||
| View original record | COPY. To Rm from Rm/HH c. Rm/FJH. Rm/HH3/SW.3.10.40 Bentley V. Section 6050 Rm.648 - Proposed tri-metal bushes for Layshaft. Please receive herewith two blue prints of the following:- Rm.648. Proposed… | ||
| scan0301 | Note about a gearbox from chassis 30.G.VII after 47,600 miles and a reference to related correspondence. | ||
| View original record | No 153 GEARBOX OFF 30.G.VII after 47,600 miles. -------------------- See File No 666 re 30.G.VII for correspondence from "Ev" concerning the gearbox off this chassis. ******* | ||
| scan0302 | Testing of a Leyland gearbox on a bus chassis and requesting a comparison with in-house designs. | ||
| View original record | To Ev. from Rm. Handwritten: Gearboxes copy in Leylands 1153 Rm. 4/ET.23.10.40. Herewith detail drawings of the various parts of the Leyland gearbox. I tried this box on a bus chassis and, although… | ||
| scan0303 | Lubrication of Layshaft Bearings, suggesting a drilled hole is unnecessary. | ||
| View original record | To Bmr from Rm/HH. [Illegible signature] Approved Rm/HH.1/SW.21.10.40. Layshaft Bearings. In connection with your communication with Vandervell of the 18th inst., regarding the Layshaft bushes, I… | ||
| scan0304 | Agreeing to the deletion of a hole drilled in the second motion shaft for layshaft bearings. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/HH. from Rm. Rm.2/EHT26.10.40. LAYSHAFT BEARINGS. ------------------------- With reference to Rm/HH.1/SW.21.10.40, it is now agreed that the .094 dia. hole drilled in the second motion shaft… | ||
| scan0305 | Specification revision for a gearbox on Bentley Chassis 4-B-50, detailing removed and newly fitted parts. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To Rm from Rm/CP. Specifications in Safe Rm/CP/6/LH/28.11.40. Bentley Chassis 4-B-50. Engine Unit No B80-No.1. Specification of the gearbox fitted to the above chassis is revised as follows :-… | ||
| scan0306 | Replacement of a gearbox on Bentley Chassis 1-B-50. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To Rm from Rm/CP. c.c. Rm/Why c.c. Rm/HH. Rm/CP.4/LH.28.11.40. Bentley Chassis 1-B-50 (lorry) Bentley 60. Unit No.1. Gearbox No.1-B-V. Work carried out at Clan. 21.11.40. Note that Gearbox No.… | ||
| scan0307 | Requesting drawings for a side shaft sleeve, a camshaft modification, and a general arrangement of the Myth engine. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To Rm/HH. from Rm. Rm.11/ET.27.11.40. GEARBOX FAILURE - SENIOR RANGE. --------------------------------- Will you please make drawings of the following:- 1 - A sleeve for the side shaft, to enable… | ||
| scan0308 | Internal memorandum discussing the design of a 3rd and 4th synchromesh spring loading key and an anti-rattle modification. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten at top: Rm/F.J.H. file Gearboxes Any comments? Rm 1153 Typed text: To Rm. from Rm/HH. c. Ev. Rm/HH.2/SW.12.11.40. 3rd & 4th Synchromesh Spring Loading Key. With reference to memo… | ||
| scan0309 | Chart comparing gearbox and rear axle ratios for various vehicle models. | ||
| View original record | 1153 gearboxes gen. Copy. BY/CRL. LA/JW.1/T.22.6.38. Will you please supply the following information required in connection with a Chart being prepared for LA. Gear Box Ratios. Ph.III. Ph.III.… | ||
| scan0310 | Providing blueprints for a deepened key and rivet for a rationalised gearbox's 1st and 3rd motion shaft. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/HH. c. to Rm/Wym. 1153 Rm/HH.1/SW.25.1.41. Rationalised Gearbox. Sec.6040 - 1st & 3rd Motion Shaft. In accordance with PL.389. Please receive herewith two blueprints of the following… | ||
| scan0311 | The completion of six gearboxes for the Senior Range and a request for a report on gear failures. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/FJH. from Rm. c. to Rm/Wym. FILE 1153 Rm.15/SW.9.2.41. Rationalised Gearbox - Senior Range. We are going to endeavour to get the six partly finished gearboxes for the Senior Range cars… | ||
| scan0312 | Replacement of parts in the Senior Range Gearbox servo drive to prevent water ingress. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/HH. c. to Rm/MHR. 1153 Rm/HH.5/SW.4.3.41. Senior Range Gearboxes. Servo Motor & Mech. Sec.6180. Servo Drive. Sec.6045. Please receive herewith blueprints of the following drawings :-… | ||
| scan0313 | Request for a photographic weight analysis and diagrammatic sketch of Morris and Vauxhall engines and gearboxes. | ||
| View original record | FILE COPY. Rm/Wym. from Rm. from Rm. Pictures Gen Rm.14/ML.30.3.41. 1153 MORRIS AND VAUXHALL ENGINES AND GEARBOXES. We should like a photographic weight analysis making of the engines and gearboxes of… | ||
| scan0314 | Specifications for 7 gearboxes and a request for parts for production chassis. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To Rm. from Rm/Wym. Rm/Wym.3/LH.10.4.41. In reply to Ev.6/JH.21.2.41 and Rm/HH.1/SW.26.3.41, we would like to inform you that the 7 gear boxes already instructed are to the specification laid… | ||
| scan0315 | Design history and specifications for the Senior Range Gearbox. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/HH. from Ev. c. to Rm. c. to Rm/FJH. o. to Ev/JD. c. to Ev/Tln. Handwritten Note: Rm/HH. Rm/Woyman To what Specification are these boxes being built that are at [faint SECRET stamp] present… | ||
| scan0316 | Meeting notes detailing decisions made regarding gearbox revisions and component specifications. | ||
| View original record | -2- Ev.6/JH. 1.2.41. PL.220 - Revised Column Gear Control - modifies PL.31. Ev.5/JH.9.5.40. PL.368 8 D.P. 1st. speed teeth. Ev/Tln.9/JH.11.10.40 PL.373 Strengthened 2nd. speed dogs.… | ||
| scan0317 | Instructions for modifying a layshaft and bearing assembly, including dimensional changes for the shaft and bore. | ||
| View original record | -3- holes be undrilled they should be left out. 6. Half of the boxes should be fitted with a lay-shaft on Timken Bearings as designed. The other half of the boxes should have the same bearing with the… | ||
| scan0318 | From 'Rm' to 'HPS' requesting the production of various parts required for 7 gearboxes. | ||
| View original record | To: HPS. from Rm. Rm.4/RH.11.4.41. 1153 7 Gearboxes. In order that the 7 gearboxes which are being finished may be fitted to production chassis if required, we require the following pieces. Will you… | ||
| scan0319 | Implemented and pending modifications to Senior Range gearboxes. | ||
| View original record | To-Ex. from Rm/HH. c. to Rm. c. to WH. c. to Ev/CD. c. to Sv/Rln. c. to Rm/Wym. c. to Rm/HH/Shaw. 1153 Rm/HH.2/SW.1.3.41. re: Gearbox - Senior Range. In reply to your memo Ev.6/JH.21.2.41, we would… | ||
| scan0320 | Modifications to gearboxes, including strengthened speed dogs and changes to anti-rattle devices. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- - 2 - Rm/HH.2/SW.3.1.41. (3) Strengthened 2nd speed dogs to PL.373 are in hand. (4) Strengthened 3rd speed dogs to FD.495 are fitted to the boxes as instructed. (5) Will Rm/Wym. note that the… | ||
| scan0321 | PL.461 project for Gearbox 6' Centres, noting it as the origin for the PL.580 project. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c. to Rm/HH. SECRET. 1153 Ev/Tln.1/JH.14.3.41. PL.461 Project of Gearbox 6" Centres. This is the original project from which the gearbox to PL.580 has been derived and is issued to you for… | ||
| scan0322 | Secret memorandum about rectifying incorrectly labelled photographs of gearbox failures. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/Wym. Copy to Rm/FJH. Rm/HH. Ev. Ev/Tln. S E C R E T 1153 Rm/Wym.5/ST.3.5.41. Gear Box Failures. --------------------- Replying to Ev/Tln.2/JH.2.5.41, we are sorry that the headings… | ||
| scan0323 | Sending corrected photographs for gearbox failures. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/Wym. Copy to Rm/WJH. Rm/HH. Ev. Ev/Tln. 1153 Rm/Wym.7/LT.7.5.41. GEAR BOX FAILURES ------------------ Further to our Rm/Wym.5/LT.3.5.41, we are sending you photographs with the… | ||
| scan0324 | Test results and details for Ferobestos self-aligning gearbox bushes. | ||
| View original record | To Ev/Tln. From Hm/GB. Copy to Hm. Ev. Hm/RJH. Ev/JD. FEROBESTOS BUSHES. Here are some details of Ferobestos bushes. These are in reply to your query concerning a self aligning bush for a gear box… | ||
| scan0325 | Notes on the properties and manufacturing tolerances of Ferobestos L.A. material. | ||
| View original record | Hm/GB.2/ST.7.5.41 - 2 - 6. FEROBESTOS L.A. - D = 1 3/8" water lubrication when N was 720 /u was .0016 " N " 187 /u " .028 Ferobestos can be turned to any required size. It is usual to supply finished… | ||
| scan0326 | Correcting a report on gearbox failures, specifically regarding the failed components and part numbers. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To Rm. from Ev/Tln. c. to Rm/Wym. (crossed out) c. to Rm/FJH. (crossed out) c. to Rm/HH. (crossed out) c. to Ev. (crossed out) SECRET. Ev/Tln.2/JH.2.5.41. P.S. to Ev/Tln.8/JH.1.5.41. re Gearbox… | ||
| scan0327 | Secret report detailing gearbox failures on various chassis models. | ||
| View original record | 2 2 SEE Ev/Tln.8/JH./1.5.41. To Rm. from Ev/Tln. c. to Rm/Wym. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Rm/HH. c. to Ev. SECRET. Ev/Tln.8/JH.1.5.41. re B.V. Gearbox Failures shewn on Photographs. Rm/Wym.4/ET.19.4.41.… | ||
| scan0328 | Analysis of gearbox failures concerning 2nd speed dog teeth and a review of gear tooth correction and strength calculations. | ||
| View original record | -2- Cont'd. obvious from the photograph. Remedy - Strengthened 2nd. speed dogs. Chassis 30.G.VII. Gearboxes 10.B.V. (47,634 miles) and K.8 B.F. (11,820 miles). The 10.B.V. gearbox was reported on in… | ||
| scan0329 | Gearbox tooth action and corrections. | ||
| View original record | -3- Ev/Tln.8/JH.1.5.41. Cont'd. but since the tooth action is better with the corrections we have at present, we should like to gain experience on the new gearboxes with 7.2 D.P. .040 correction teeth… | ||
| scan0330 | Incorrectly labelled photographs of gearbox failure components. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/Wym. Copy to Rm/FJH. Rm/HH. Ev. Ev/Tln. S E C R E T Rm/Wym.5/ET.3.5.41. Gear Box Failures. Replying to Ev/Tln.2/JH.2.5.41, we are sorry that the headings apparently got mixed up in the… | ||
| scan0331 | Design queries for the Senior Range Gearbox, specifically the felt seal, eccentric pins, and damper pump. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c. to Rm/HH. c. to Ev. SECRET. Ev.8/JH.3.5.41. 1153 SENIOR RANGE GEARBOX. These are our views on the design queries raised in Rm/HH.8/SW.2.4.41. (1) Felt Seal. Have we had trouble from the… | ||
| scan0332 | The testing of a second Morris gearbox and the examination of the original. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/Wym. from Rm. C. to Ev. & Ev/Tln. 1153 Rm.8/ET.28.5.41. MORRIS GEARBOX. --------------- We have got a second Morris gearbox. We want to put this into the car and ascertain that it reproduces the… | ||
| scan0333 | The replacements carried out on Gear Box No. B.3.B.P. for Chassis B.22.AW. | ||
| View original record | 1158 1153 To Rm. from Rm/Wym. Copy to Hs/FD. Rm/Wym.3/ET.9.6.41. GEAR BOX No.B.3.B.P. - CHASSIS B.22.AW - Mr. LAPPIN (sent to Clan by Hs/FD. fro repairs).… | ||
| scan0334 | Comparative analysis of quiet 1st speed gears for Junior Gearboxes, focusing on the Morris 8, Austin 8 and early B.V. models. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To Rm. c. to Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Rm/GB. c. to Rm/Wym. c. to Rm/HH. Ev/Tln.5/JH.30.6.41. Quiet 1st. speed gears for Junior Gearbox. The Morris 8 gearbox has a quiet 1st. speed gear with… | ||
| scan0335 | Analysis and proposed tests regarding 1st speed gearbox noise, comparing Morris and Austin designs. | ||
| View original record | -2- or type of prop. shaft. It would be useful to try a Morris 10 for 1st. speed noise, as the Morris 10 has the same gearbox as the 8, but without the extended 3rd. motion shaft, and may be mounted… | ||
| scan0336 | Experimental development of new Senior Range gearboxes and related personnel issues at the Clan factory. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm. 1153 Rm.2/ET.9.7.41. NEW SENIOR RANGE GEARBOXES. We know from experience on the boxes we have already run, that we can get a reasonable degree of silence with ground gears. Our… | ||
| scan0337 | Development of a three-speed gearbox for a 10 HP engine, likely for the 'Wisp' project. | ||
| View original record | To Ev. from Rm. 1153 Rm.2/ET.6.7.41. Car Gear Boxes. ------- Before Tarlton leaves car gear boxes and goes back to winch or tank transmission, I would like him to do a three speed box, with column… | ||
| scan0338 | Grinding stage of gears for the new Senior Range Gearbox and arrangements for production in Glasgow. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from HPS. Handwritten notes: Noted, R Wyman (signature), Gen (signature), 1153 HPS.4/VS.11.7.41. New Senior Range Gearbox. Six sets of these gears are now up to the grinding stage and are past… | ||
| scan0339 | Fitting a Cotal gearbox to Wolseley cars, outlining the outstanding design work required. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Ev. c. to Rm/Wym. c. to Ev/Tln. 1158 Ev.4/JH.23.8.41. COTAL GEARBOX. With reference to Rm.13/ET.21.8.41. re the above it may be recalled that we made a project for fitting the Cotal… | ||
| scan0340 | Proposing to test a Cotal gearbox on a car named 'the Ripple' during wartime. | ||
| View original record | 1158 To Ev. from Rm. Copy En/Wyn. COTAL BOX. Rm.13/ET.21.8.41. It seems to me that we are missing an opportunity of running a Cotal box on one of our cars during the war, to establish its re-liability… | ||
| scan0341 | Requesting a report on the urgent modifications needed for six new type gearboxes to avoid transportation stoppage. | ||
| View original record | To: Ev. and Rm/FJH. from Rm. 1153 Rm. 1/h. 5.1.42. c. to EV/Tln. STRENGTH OF 'B' TYPE CAR GEAR-BOXES. We are faced with the fact that unless we complete the six new type gear boxes, which are at… | ||
| scan0342 | Investigation into cone drag and baulking issues for the 3rd, 4th, and 2nd speed senior gearbox. | ||
| View original record | Chassis File To Rm. c. to EV. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to EV/JD. c. to Rm/HH. 1153 EV/Tln.1/RG.23.1.42. FL.1181 - Investigation of Cone Drag, etc. 3rd & 4th Speed - Senior Gearbox. The first two gearboxes of… | ||
| scan0343 | Modifications to gearbox speed wheels to overcome cone drag and baulking. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- -3- EV/Tin.1/KO.23.1.42. The proper cure is to produce new 1st speed wheels correct to drawing; but it is possible to alter the existing parts to make them usable. By cutting one pair of cam… | ||
| scan0344 | Issues with experimental car gear-boxes and outlining proposed solutions. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To: HPS. from Rm. Rm. 2/h. 3.2.42. EXPERIMENTAL CAR GEAR-BOXES. You will have heard about the trouble which occurred on the new gear-boxes which you produced for us when we fitted them up on a… | ||
| scan0345 | Letter from Turbo Transmitters requesting detailed drawings to design and fit a hydraulic transmitter to a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | Chassis Gearbox file 1153(8) TURBO TRANSMITTERS Aintree Road, Western Avenue, Perivale, W.3 [Struck through] 48A Cambridge Road, Southport. DIRECTORS: MAJOR J.E.D.SHAW (CHAIRMAN). J.S.H.MOORE… | ||
| scan0346 | Letter to Turbo Transmitters Ltd. regarding the fitting of a hydraulic transmitter to a Bentley car. | ||
| View original record | Chassis gearbox file 115S Rm/MHR.1/KO. 23rd February, 1942. Turbo Transmitters Ltd., 48.A, Cambridge Road, S O U T H P O R T. For the attention of Mr. J.S.H. Moore. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your… | ||
| scan0347 | Letter from Turbo Transmitters concerning the fitting of a transmitter and epicyclic gear to a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: Chassis Panther File 1153(8) TURBO TRANSMITTERS, LIMITED. [Struck-through] Aintree Road, Western Avenue, x Perivale xx [/Struck-through] 48A Cambridge Road, Southport. DIRECTORS: MAJOR… | ||
| scan0348 | Requesting prints of various component drawings. | ||
| View original record | To Miss Smith from Rm/MHR. Copy to Rm/HH. 1158 Rm/MHR.3/ET.9.3.42. Will you please obtain 1 print off each of the following:- DB.2563 - Lucas starter motor. GB.5112 - Servo drive shaft. 5116 - Servo… | ||
| scan0349 | Decision to fit a turbo-transmitter to a Bentley and the information required to do so. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To Rm/HH. from Rm/MHR. Copy to Rm/RUH. Rm/MHR.2/ET.9.3.42. TURBO TRANSMITTER ------------------- It has been decided to fit a turbo-transmitter to a Bentley, this unit taking the place of… | ||
| scan0350 | Letter from Leyland Motors offering to sell back a four-speed synchro-mesh gearbox for £50. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten notes at top: Rmt/W, Rmt/FJH, Dealt with, Rmt/Wym, 1153. Printed Letterhead: LEYLAND BY APPOINTMENT TO THE LATE KING GEORGE V LEYLAND MOTORS LIMITED, Head Office and Works Manufacturers of… | ||
| scan0351 | Letter to Trubo Transmitters Ltd. enclosing prints of parts for fitting a Turbo Transmitter to a Bentley car. | ||
| View original record | 1153 Copy to Rm/FJH. 16th March, 1942. Rm/MHR A/T. Trubo Transmitters Ltd., 4C A. Cambridge Road, SOUTHPORT, Lancashire. Attention of Mr. J.S.H. Moore. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of 1st… | ||
| scan0352 | Letter from Turbo Transmitters Ltd. acknowledging receipt of Bentley drawings and discussing a scheme for fitting a transmitter. | ||
| View original record | Chassis farbox file 1153 TURBO TRANSMITTERS, LIMITED. xxAintree Roadx WesternxAvenuexx xxPerivalexxx xxWxx 48A Cambridge Road, Southport. DIRECTORS: MAJOR J.C.S.D. SHAW (CHAIRMAN). J.S.H. MOORE… | ||
| scan0353 | Letter from Turbo Transmitters Ltd. requesting drawings for a proposed transmitter on a Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | COPY. May 4th. 1942. Messrs Rolls-Royce Ltd. Derby Dear Sirs, Further to our last letter of March 18th. we should be glad of some further information from you, before we meet to discuss our proposed… | ||
| scan0354 | Letter to Turbo Transmitters Ltd. acknowledging a request to fit a unit to a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | 1153 Rm/MHR.1/KC. 11th May, 1942. Turbo Transmitters, Ltd., 48A, Cambridge Road, Southport. Lancashire. For the attention of Mr. J.S.H. Moore. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of the 4th inst.… | ||
| scan0355 | Noisy gearbox complaint, detailing damaged parts and repairs for chassis B. 22. AW. | ||
| View original record | Car gearbox general. 1153 To Rm from Rm/Wym/C.Lee. c. to Rm/Wym. c. to Rm/PJH. Rm/Wym/C.Lee.7/OH.28.12.42. We have recently had Mr. Lappin's car Chassis No. B. 22. AW. at the Clan Foundry with a… | ||
| scan0356 | Photograph showing a broken spring retaining ring from a ball race housing assembly. | ||
| View original record | SHOWING BROKEN SPRING RETAINING RING (BALL RACE HOUSING ASSEMBLY). B3 BP 335 R & M | ||
| scan0357 | Photograph showing damaged teeth on a worm wheel (servo). | ||
| View original record | SHOWING DAMAGED TEETH ON WORM WHEEL (SERVO). | ||
| scan0358 | Photograph of a damaged overdrive outer cone. | ||
| View original record | SHOWING DAMAGED OVERDRIVE OUTER CONE | ||
| scan0359 | Photograph of an overdrive cone insert which has revolved in the outer cone, showing wear marks. | ||
| View original record | OVERDRIVE CONE INSERT WHICH HAS REVOLVED IN OUTER CONE | ||
| scan0360 | Damaged gearbox parts from chassis B.22.AW following a complaint of noise. | ||
| View original record | 1153. To Rm. from Rm/Wym/C.Lee. c. to Rm/Wym. c. to Rm/FJH. Rm/Wym/C.Lee.7/OH.28.12.42. We have recently had Mr. Lappin's car Chassis No. B.22.AW. at the Clan Foundry with a complaint of "noisy" gear… | ||
| scan0361 | Documenting a gearbox replacement on a Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | Chassis To: Rm. from Rm/Wym/CP. c/o Rm/Wym. 1153 Rm/Wym/CP.2/LH.27.2.43. Bentley Chassis No. 12-B-V. Engine Unit. Ripple No.2. Work carried out at Clan 22.2.43. Gear Box Senior Range SR.2 Note :-… | ||
| scan0362 | Gearbox replacement on a Silver-Riplet Chassis. | ||
| View original record | Chassis AH To: Rm. from Rm/Wym/CP. c.c. to Rm/Wym. 1153 Rm/Wym/CP.5/LH.3.3.43. Silver-Riplet Chassis 1-RT-1. Bentley 40. Unit No.1. Work carried out at Clan 1.3.43. Gearbox No. E.2.BL. Note:- Gearbox… | ||
| scan0363 | The replacement of a gearbox and other parts on a Silver Riplet Chassis. | ||
| View original record | OK Thanks 1153 To: Rm. from Rm/Wym/CP. c. to Rm/Wym. Rm/Wym/CP.1/LH.23.3.43. Silver Riplet Chassis 1-RT-1. Bentley 40. Unit No.1. Work carried out at Clan 19.3.43. Gearbox No.11.B.V. Note :- Gearbox… | ||
| scan0364 | Photograph showing a broken spring retaining ring and the ball race housing assembly it came from. | ||
| View original record | B3 BP SHOWING BROKEN SPRING RETAINING RING (BALL RACE HOUSING ASSEMBLY). | ||
| scan0365 | Photograph showing damaged teeth on a servo worm wheel. | ||
| View original record | SHOWING DAMAGED TEETH ON WORM WHEEL (SERVO). | ||
| scan0366 | Photograph showing a damaged overdrive outer cone with broken teeth. | ||
| View original record | SHOWING DAMAGED OVERDRIVE OUTER CONE | ||
| scan0367 | Photograph showing an overdrive cone insert that has spun within the outer cone. | ||
| View original record | OVERDRIVE CONE INSERT WHICH HAS REVOLVED IN OUTER CONE | ||
| scan0368 | Oil leaks in the Senior Range revised gearbox and proposing a design solution. | ||
| View original record | Chassis Gearbox Ev/Tln. c. to Ev/JD. c. to FJH. c. to Wym. Ev.4/JH.22.7.43. Senior Range - Revised Gearbox. Trouble due to oil leaks has been experienced on the Revised Gearbox. The source of the… | ||
| scan0369 | Scheme for modifying adjusting pins on the Senior Range Gearbox to cure oil leaks. | ||
| View original record | To. Wym. from Ev/Tln. Handwritten: AA. Chassis Senior Gearbox c.c. to. Rm. RJH. (circled) Ev/HH. Wym/GL/Leadbetter. Ev. Ev/JD. Wym/HH/ED. Ev/Tln.3/GAB.28.1.44. Handwritten: 1158 PL.2851. Modification… | ||
| scan0370 | Modifications to the adjusting pins for the Senior Range Gearbox. | ||
| View original record | To. Ev/HH. From Ev/JD. c.c. to. FJH. Wym. Ev. Handwritten: Chassis Senior Gearbox Handwritten: 1153 Senior Range Gearbox. Wym. discussed with Ev. the modification to the adjusting pins shown on… | ||
| scan0371 | Letter discussing the design and application of a torque converter for experimental cars with different engine sizes. | ||
| View original record | Confidential. 3rd January, 1944. Rm. 4/h. Dear Would you send Baird the drawing of the torque converter which you said that you got out for Oliver, of suitable dimensions to take care of the Meteor… | ||
| scan0372 | Listing the status of prints for Senior Range Gearbox and Front Suspension parts and details. | ||
| View original record | To. Psn. from Ev/JD c. to Rm. c. to Wym. c. to Ev/HH c. tp Psn/LA 1153 Ev/JD.1/MA.6.1.44. Senior Range We send herewith prints of the Senior Range Gearbox List of Parts and Details, also the Front… | ||
| scan0373 | Status report on the completeness of various numbered sections and their associated part/drawing numbers. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. - 2 - Ev/JD.1/MA.6.1.44 Section 6130 LOP RG.1877 Complete. " 6150 " GB.4435 In complete. " 6170 " RG.800 Details complete except for GB.5078 II " 6180 " GB.5103 " RG.1079 Details complete… | ||
| scan0374 | Status update on the completion of drawings for various sections, detailing exceptions and their intended use. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. - 3 - Av/JD.1/MA.6.1.44 Section 7130 LOP RF.344 Complete. " 7150 " RF.870 " " 7160 " RF.518 Details complete except for FB.3073 I " 7166 " RF.325 Details complete except for FB.4745 IV " 7430… | ||
| scan0375 | Letter from the Self-Changing Gear Company regarding the development of a torque converter and a 2-speed gear. | ||
| View original record | CONTRACTORS TO H. M. GOVERNMENT SELF-CHANGING GEAR COMPANY LIMITED. DIRECTORS: SIR FRANK SPENCER SPRIGGS,(CHAIRMAN) W. G. WILSON, C.M.G., A. G. WILSON. Handwritten: Chassis 1153 (2) TELEGRAMS WILSON… | ||
| scan0376 | Inquiry into the performance and failures of the Minx gearbox in a 14 HP Hillman chassis. | ||
| View original record | 1153 Chassis gearbox general To: Hs/Dd. from Rm. Rm. 13/h. 7.2.44. c. to Wyn. c. to Ev. c. to FJHS c. to Ev/Tln. BEHAVIOUR OF MINX BOX IN 14 H.P. HILLMAN CHASSIS. I understand that you have had… | ||
| scan0377 | Letter from Turbo Transmitters Limited discussing transmitter suitability for Meteor and Bentley engines. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: SOUTHPORT 8102 TURBO TRANSMITTERS LIMITED REGISTERED ADDRESS: 25/26, ST. GEORGE STREET, HANOVER SQUARE, LONDON, W.1 48a, CAMBRIDGE ROAD, SOUTHPORT, LANCASHIRE. DIRECTORS: MAJOR J. E. D.… | ||
| scan0378 | Letter discussing the weight and performance characteristics of a transmitter, comparing it to standard transmissions. | ||
| View original record | TURBO TRANSMITTERS LIMITED CAMBRIDGE ROAD, HANWORTH The weight of the 12 1/2 in Transmitter with oil is about 110 lbs. the weight of the standard reverse box is about 65 lbs.; the gear box case is… | ||
| scan0379 | Results of a Salerni turbo transmitter test and plans to fit one to a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | To: Ev/MA. from Rm. Rm. 11/h. 10.1.44. TURBO TRANSMITTER. A fortnight ago, I tried the Salerni turbo transmitter on a Humber Super Snipe car. I was very much impressed with the result. I want to try… | ||
| scan0380 | Letter discussing suggestions and testing procedures for a Turbo Transmitter. | ||
| View original record | Rm. 1/a. 11th January, 1944. Dear Thank you for your letter of January 7th. I am sorry that you do not like my suggestions for making the Turbo Transmitter more palatable to the ordinary customer, but… | ||
| scan0381 | Details and testing of a Salerni Turbo Transmitter. | ||
| View original record | To: Ev. from Rm. Rm. 3/h. 11.1.44. Herewith details of the Salerni Turbo Transmitter which I tried the other day and with which I was much impressed. I am endeavouring to get an experimental sample… | ||
| scan0382 | Letter requesting a copy of previous correspondence dated 4th May 1942 from Captain Moore. | ||
| View original record | Rm. 1/h. 12th January, 1944. Dear Captain Moore, Would you be kind enough to send us a further copy of your letter of the 4th May 1942, as we cannot trace it here, although we have been able to find a… | ||
| scan0383 | Letter from Turbo Transmitters Ltd to 'Roy' regarding a Bentley proposition and fitting a transmitter to a Carrier vehicle. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE : SOUTHPORT 8102 TURBO TRANSMITTERS LIMITED REGISTERED ADDRESS : 25/26, ST. GEORGE STREET, HANOVER SQUARE, LONDON, W.1 DIRECTORS : MAJOR J. E. D. SHAW (CHAIRMAN). J. S. H. MOORE (MANAGING)… | ||
| scan0384 | Listing technical prints and information provided in response to a request regarding a Turbo Transmitter. | ||
| View original record | To: Rm. from Ev/MGA. c. to Ev/JD. Ev/MGA.2/HM. 17.1.44 Turbo Transmitter. We enclose herewith the following prints, to provide the information requested by Turbo Transmitters in their letter of May… | ||
| scan0385 | Confidential letter discussing Drawing No. 41/GA, transmission for a car, and installing a transmitter in a Carrier. | ||
| View original record | Confidential. 18th January, 1944. Rm. 4/h. Dear Many thanks for your letter of the 17th instant. Herewith the information you want on the transmission for the car. I note that Drawing No. 41/GA. which… | ||
| scan0386 | Letter from Turbo Transmitters Limited to W. A. Robotham regarding work on a car and another job. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: SOUTHPORT 8102 TURBO TRANSMITTERS LIMITED REGISTERED ADDRESS : 25/26, ST. GEORGE STREET, HANOVER SQUARE, LONDON, W.1 DIRECTORS: MAJOR J. E. D. SHAW (CHAIRMAN). J. S. H. MOORE (MANAGING)… | ||
| scan0387 | Failures and modifications of the Minx Gear Box in the 14 HP Hillman chassis. | ||
| View original record | Rm. Copy to Wym. " " FJH. " " EV. " " Ev/Tln. [Handwritten]: AH Chassis gearboxes 1153 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… | ||
| scan0388 | Examining a Minx gearbox from a 14 HP Hillman chassis for potential use in the Silver Ripple. | ||
| View original record | 1153 Chassis general gearbox 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… | ||
| scan0389 | Scheme for modifying adjusting pins on a Senior Range Gearbox to prevent oil leaks. | ||
| View original record | 1153 Ev/Tln.3/GAB.28.1.44. To. Wym. from Ev/Tln. c. to. Rm. FJH. Ev/HH. Wym/CL/Leadbetter. Ev. Ev/JD. Wym/HN/ED. PL.2851. Modification to Adjusting Pins. Senior Range Gearbox. Purpose of scheme: To… | ||
| scan0390 | Letter arranging a meeting to discuss a transmitter, its chassis installation, and a reverse gear drawing. | ||
| View original record | Rm. 1/h. 1st February, 1944 Dear Are you ready to come and see us on Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday of next week, to discuss your transmitter and its installation in the chassis, as well as its Carrier… | ||
| scan0391 | Modification to the adjusting pins for the Senior Range Gearbox. | ||
| View original record | To. Ev/AH. from Ev/JD. Ev/JD.5/GAB.1.2.44. 1153 c. to. Rm. Wym Ev/Tln Senior Range Gearbox. Wym. discussed with Ev. the modification to the adjusting pins shown on PL.2851, which was issued under… | ||
| scan0392 | Letter from Turbo Transmitters Limited arranging a meeting to demonstrate a transmitter and reverse gear. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: SOUTHPORT 8102 TURBO TRANSMITTERS LIMITED REGISTERED ADDRESS : 25/26, ST. GEORGE STREET, HANOVER SQUARE, LONDON, W.1 48a, CAMBRIDGE ROAD, SOUTHPORT, LANCASHIRE. DIRECTORS: MAJOR J. E. D.… | ||
| scan0393 | Letter from W.A. Robotham's secretary arranging a meeting with Captain Moore of Turbo Transmitters Ltd. | ||
| View original record | Rm. 1/h. 4th February, 1944. Dear Captain Moore, Mr. Robotham, who is away today, has asked me to thank you for your letter of the 2nd instant, and to say that he would be very pleased to see you on… | ||
| scan0394 | Production and sub-letting of die-cast torque converters for land vehicles and post-war projects. | ||
| View original record | 1153 To: Vs. (Glasgow) from Rm. Rm. 12/h. 28.2.44. As you probably know, there is a big swing towards torque converters on land vehicles of all types, including buses and rail-cars. I am, at the… | ||
| scan0395 | Letter from Clan Foundry requesting detail drawings and load calculations for a Bentley converter, with the aim of producing it from light alloy die castings. | ||
| View original record | Clan Foundry, Belper Belper 324. 1153 Rm.1/SW. 28th February, 1944. Captain J.S.H. Moore, Turbo Transmitters, Ltd., 48a, Cambridge Road, SOUTHPORT. Dear Could you let me have detail drawings of the… | ||
| scan0396 | Request for drawings and load calculations for a Bentley converter to explore making it from light alloy die castings. | ||
| View original record | Clan Foundry, Belper Belper 324. Chassis 1153 (2) Rm.1/SW. 28th February, 1944. Captain J.S.H. Moore, Turbo Transmitters, Ltd., 48a, Cambridge Road, SOUTHPORT. Dear Could you let me have detail… | ||
| scan0397 | Letter from a supplier discussing specifications and load figures for a 12 1/2 inch transmitter for a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | 3 Chassis 1153 TELEPHONE SOUTHPORT 8102 TURBO TRANSMITTERS LIMITED REGISTERED ADDRESS: 25/26, ST. GEORGE STREET, HANOVER SQUARE, LONDON, W.1 48a, CAMBRIDGE ROAD, SOUTHPORT, LANCASHIRE. DIRECTORS:… | ||
| scan0398 | Letter discussing the engineering challenges of a new transmitter, comparing steel versus aluminium construction, and its potential for the export trade. | ||
| View original record | In addition to these loads, there are of course other factors to consider:- The temperature inside the transmitter can be raised to about 300°C, by running at full throttle with a stalled output shaft… | ||
| scan0399 | Letter to Turbo Transmitters Ltd. regarding technical information for two models of turbo transmitters for Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | (c. to Rm. FJH. CTS. Ev/Tln.) Chassis 1153 (2) Ev.3/JH. 2nd. March, 1944. Turbo Transmitters Ltd., 48a. Cambridge Road, Southport, Lancs. For the attention of Mr. Gatiss. Dear Sirs, re Turbo… | ||
| scan0400 | Request for revised performance graphs to compare a car's transmission with its current gearbox. | ||
| View original record | -2- Ev.3/JH. 2nd. March, 1944. I discussed this with you during your visit and you will recollect that you offered to send me revised graphs in order that I might interpret the performance of our car… | ||
| scan0401 | Letter to Turbo Transmitters, Ltd. addressing design queries and enclosing details for a Bentley project. | ||
| View original record | Copies to: RMa. FJIH. Ev. Bw/CHS. Chassis 115 S(2) Clan Foundry, Belper. Belper 324. Ev/Tln.4/SW. 3rd March, 1944. Turbo Transmitters, Ltd., 48a, Cambridge Road, Southport, Lancs. For the attention of… | ||
| scan0402 | List of enclosures detailing components including a crankshaft bolt, bearing housing, and flywheel arrangement. | ||
| View original record | Enclosures. GB.4427 Crankshaft Bolt. GB.4420 Bearing Housing, clutch spigot bearing. GB.5013 Flexible disc - flywheel centre. GB.4762 Arrangement of Flywheel (marked up) RA.557 Body - Chassis Lub.… | ||
| scan0403 | Letter to Turbo Transmitters Ltd. regarding design queries for a Bentley turbo transmitter. | ||
| View original record | Copies to: FJH. Ev. Ev/CES. Handwritten: OK Chassis general gearbox 453(2) Clan Foundry, Belper. Belper 324. Ev/Tln.4/SW. 3rd March, 1944. Turbo Transmitters, Ltd., 48a, Cambridge Road, Southport,… | ||
| scan0404 | List of enclosures relating to engine, clutch, and chassis components. | ||
| View original record | Enclosures. GB.4427 Crankshaft Bolt. GB.4420 Bearing Housing, clutch spigot bearing. GB.5013 Flexible disc - flywheel centre. GB.4762 Arrangement of flywheel (marked up) EE.557 Body - Chassis Lub.… | ||
| scan0405 | From 'Rm' to 'Ev' about considering the manufacture of a torque converter from light alloy die castings. | ||
| View original record | Chassis 1153. To: Ev. from Rm. Rm. 3/h. 6.3.44. c. to Ev/Tln. I told Moore that I should like to consider making his torque converter in the form of die castings. It seemed to me that with our expert… | ||
| scan0406 | Letter from Turbo Transmitters Limited discussing the supply and technical specifications of a transmitter for a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. Turbo Transmitters Limited., 48a, Cambridge Road, Southport, Lancashire. March 2nd. 1944. W.A.Robotham, Esq., Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Belper, Nr. Derby. Dear Roy, Thank you for your letter… | ||
| scan0407 | Letter discussing material choices for a transmitter, focusing on the challenges of using steel versus aluminium alloys. | ||
| View original record | In addition to these loads, there are of course other factors to consider:- The temperature inside the transmitter can be raised to about 300°C, by running at full throttle with a stalled output shaft… | ||
| scan0408 | The photographing and weighing of a disassembled 14 HP Hillman Gearbox. | ||
| View original record | To. Rm. from Ev/JD. Data (Handwritten and crossed out) Gearbox General (Chassis) (Handwritten) 1153(2) (Handwritten) c. to. Ev. Wym. PJH (Handwritten, circled) Rm/Cr. Ev/Tln. Wym/CL.… | ||
| scan0409 | Weight analysis of a Hillman 14 HP gearbox and its components. | ||
| View original record | PHOTO - WEIGHT ANALYSIS. HILLMAN 14 H.P. GEARBOX. A. GEARBOX AND ACTUATING MECH: Description. No. Matl. Ref. Weight. Gearbox 1 I/C Drain plug - gearbox 1 A Setscrew - Change speed housing face 8 S… | ||
| scan0410 | Parts list with weights for gearbox, clutch, and associated mechanisms. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Description. No. Matl. Ref. Weight. Speedo Worm Gear 1 Bz ) Distance Piece - Gear 1 S ) Nut - gear 1 S ) 5 .5469 Washer - nut 1 S ) Dipstick - Gearbox 1 A 6 .1953 Selector fork - reverse 1 Bz )… | ||
| scan0411 | Exploded view photograph of a mechanical assembly, with components individually numbered. | ||
| View original record | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 | ||
| scan0412 | Photo weight analysis of a Hillman 14 HP gearbox, focusing on gears and shafts. | ||
| View original record | PHOTO WEIGHT ANALYSIS HILLMAN 14 H.P. GEARBOX. B GEARS & SHAFTS. DESCRIPTION. No. MAIL. REF. WEIGHT. Housing - first motion shaft. 1 I/C. Shaft - first motion. 1 S Coupling - shaft. 1 S Gear - shaft.… | ||
| scan0413 | Parts list detailing components, quantities, materials, reference numbers, and weights for a gearbox assembly. | ||
| View original record | Continued :- -2- DESCRIPTION. No. MATL. REF. WEIGHT. Retaining plate - reverse and side shaft. 1 S } 11 .1563 Bolt - plate. 1 S } Nut - Bolt. 1 S } Grover Washer - nut. 1 S } Layshaft. 1 S 12 1.0703… | ||
| scan0414 | Exploded view of gearbox components with numbered parts. | ||
| View original record | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16 | ||
| scan0415 | Apologising for overlooking a note on torque converters and discussing potential development. | ||
| View original record | 1153 or 1330. G.C4/W To: Rm Chassis Vs. 8/MF. 27.3.44 I am very sorry that your note on the subject of torque converters has been overlooked - the recent drive on the Merlin 100 is, I am afraid, my… | ||
| scan0416 | Manufacture of Turbo Transmitters and the potential of making torque converters in-house versus using an alternative supplier. | ||
| View original record | 1153 1330 Chassis To: Vs. from Glasgow, from Rm. Rm. 8/h. 28.3.44. Thank you for your Vs. 8/MF. 27.3.44. The firm who are making the Turbo Transmitter have approached Birmingham Aluminium, who have… | ||