Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Preliminary report on a problem with an aluminium clip in the rear axle's centralised lubrication system. | ||
| View original record | To BY. From Hs/GWH. c. to Hs. XS 806 Hs/GWH.1/MJ.7.1.31. X5940 YS 806 18-C4. Re the centralised lubrication scheme to the rear axle. We have had considerable trouble with the aluminium clip holding… | ||
| scan0002 | The standardisation of the centralised lubrication pump for the Phantom II and 25 HP models. | ||
| View original record | X3806. To Hs/from Hs/GWH. c. to Da. Wor. By. Hs/GWH.3/KT.5.2.31. RE CENTRALISED LUBRICATION ON PHANTOM II & 25 HP. We are standardising the central lubrication to the front and rear axles of the 25… | ||
| scan0003 | Use of special rubber hose versus a pipe scheme for centralised chassis lubrication. | ||
| View original record | R. FROM DA. C. to SG. HS. C. to BY. HY. X 3806 DA2/M7.2.31. CENTRALISED CHASSIS LUBRICATION. Referring to R2/M3.2.31., Mr. bijur some time ago acknowledged, after trying almost everything, that he had… | ||
| scan0004 | Requesting information on centralised chassis lubrication methods, specifically asking Messrs Luvax for input. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM DA. CENTRALISED CHASSIS LUBRICATION. With reference to R2/M3231, it is rather difficult to get information on the methods of taking the lubrication on to the axle used by other people as… | ||
| scan0005 | Different options for centralised chassis lubrication systems. | ||
| View original record | To DA. From Hs/Rm. γ 3806. Hs/Rm.2/MJ.10.2.31. CENTRALISED CHASSIS LUBRICATION. With reference to Da.G/M7.2.31. The connection between the chassis and the axle of which we have the most experience and… | ||
| scan0006 | Increased rear brake actuating shaft seizures due to issues with the central lubrication system. | ||
| View original record | #s X3806 To By. From Hs/GWH. c. to Dr. - Wor. Hs/GWH.1/KT.1.4.31. RE. CENTRAL LUBRICATION. During my recent visit to Cricklewood the increased number of rear brake actuating shaft seizures was brought… | ||
| scan0007 | Customer observation on the inconsistency of not showing the oil quantity for the Bijur dashboard tank. | ||
| View original record | Hs ✓ from Mx. J3806. Mx3/T20.5.31 RECEIVED 20 MAY 1931 Central Oiling System Captain Wylie, an old customer, and a recent purchaser of a Phantom II chassis was at the Works yesterday. He brought to… | ||
| scan0008 | Requesting further information on proposed changes and a component failure following a 10,000-mile test in France. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM DA. X3806 DA1/M12.8.31. 10,000 MILE TEST IN FRANCE. X.7941 X.4117 X.3806 X.6055. With reference to HS/RM3/AD5831., and HS/GWH1/KT29731., we should like some more information about the changes… | ||
| scan0009 | Lubrication failures and a suggested servo modification following a 10,000-mile test on a 25-EX vehicle. | ||
| View original record | BY. ) FROM DA HS. ) X3806 DA1/M1.9.31. X7941 X3806 25-EX.-10,000 MILES TEST. In the report dated 5.8.31. it is mentioned that there was a failure of the lubrication to the rear shock damper ball… | ||
| scan0010 | Failure of a Bijur pump due to a shrinking cork washer and suggesting a replacement. | ||
| View original record | To G.W.Hancock ESQ. Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. From Hs/Lid. 03806 X.5840. X.3806. Hs/Lid.2/AD8.9.31. BIJUR PUMP FAILURE (19-GIV). The cause of this failure appears to be due to the… | ||
| scan0011 | Large and small type foot pumps for the Bijur oiling scheme to rockers on a Condor 111 B type test. | ||
| View original record | 83806. To Rg. From Hs/Dor. c. to By. EP. c. to Mr. Jaques. Hs/Dor.4/MJ.14.10.31. x4418. x3806 CONDOR 111 B. TYPE TEST. BIJUR OILING SCHEME TO ROCKERS. With reference to the above, details of the car… | ||
| scan0012 | Expressing dissatisfaction with the current felt filters in the Bijur lubrication system and proposing testing of woven cloth alternatives. | ||
| View original record | 83806. ToRoy. From Hs/Rm. c. to Da. By. Hs/Rm.1/MJ.18.11.31. (X403) FILTERS FOR BIJUR LUBRICATION SYSTEM. We are very dissatisfied with the filters used in the Bijur drip plugs, and also to protect… | ||
| scan0013 | Standardisation report for the centralised lubrication of the rear axle brake mechanism. | ||
| View original record | RR 755 (10H) (3-7-30) BM. 6/2571. X3806. COMPLETED 10.12.31. STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Date 5.2.31. Description of Parts. Centralised Lubrication to Rear Axle Brake Mechanism. Origin. To… | ||
| scan0014 | Reference document for a standardisation sheet concerning tools. | ||
| View original record | Particulars re Tools included on Standardisation Sheet No. X3806/5420 dated 14.1.31. | ||
| scan0015 | Standardisation of chassis parts for centralised lubrication to the front axle. | ||
| View original record | RR 755 (10H) (3-7-30) BM. 6/2571. V3806 COMPLETED 10.12.31. STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Date 14.1.31. Description of Parts. Centralised lubrication to Front Axle. Origin. To bring the front axle… | ||
| scan0016 | Standardisation report detailing the costs and testing information for a new part. | ||
| View original record | STANDARDISATION OF CHASSIS PARTS The number of the first chassis on which the new part will be fitted......... Not decided Date when chassis will be handed to test........... --- Cost of scrapped… | ||
| scan0017 | Letter to Luvax Ltd. proposing to fit a car with their Bijur pipe line joints and connections. | ||
| View original record | Y3806. Expl. Dept. Ha/GWH.7/MA. January 11th.1931. Messrs. Luvax Ltd., Larden Road, Acton. Dear Sirs, You have in the past endeavoured to get us interested in your method of Bijur pipe line joints and… | ||
| scan0018 | Lubrication failures in the Bijur system for front and hand brake equalizing shafts. | ||
| View original record | By Cgh. By. From Hs/GWH. c. to Cgh. X3806. Hs/GWH.2/MA.14. 1. 32. BIJUR LUBRICATION ON 18.G.IV. x5840. Front Brake equalizing shaft G.53462 bearings not oiled. (Bijur Sl.) Hand Brake equalizing shaft… | ||
| scan0019 | Letter from Luvax discussing part shortages and thread differences for a Luvax Bijur lubricating system on a 40/50 chassis. | ||
| View original record | x3806. DIRECTORS HENRY J. SAYER. PETER F. BENNETT. OLIVER LUCAS. LUVAX HYDRAULIC SHOCK ABSORBERS LUVAX-BIJUR CHASSIS LUBRICATING SYSTEM CHASSIS ENGINEERING LUVAX LIMITED WORKS: LARDEN ROAD, ACTON,… | ||
| scan0020 | The second page of a letter from Luvax Limited concerning parts for Duralumin equipment and a proposed meeting. | ||
| View original record | -2- Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd. 14th January 1932. the necessary parts for the Duralumin equipment. We should like your opinion on this matter, and Mr. Douglas will be in Derby on Tuesday the 19th, and… | ||
| scan0021 | Discontinuing the oil feed for Servo Cams following the introduction of grease-packed ball bearings. | ||
| View original record | Y3806. To By From HS/GWH. HS/GWH.2/MA.15. 1. 32. X5370. With the introduction of ball bearing Cams for the Servo, we shall not require the oil feed to them, as at present. In the 10,000 miles tests… | ||
| scan0022 | Requesting a correction to the lubrication used on front brake toggle shafts for the 25 HP and Phantom models. | ||
| View original record | X3806. To BY. From Hs/GWH. Hs/GWH.1/MJ.18.1.32. BIJUR LUBRICATION. We have found out lately that we are lubricating the front brake toggle shafts G.53364/5 25 HP. with an S.2 Bijur, and similar shafts… | ||
| scan0023 | Letter to Luvax Ltd. concerning drawings showing the layout of the Bijur Pipes. | ||
| View original record | 83806. Expl. Dept. Hs/GWH.3/MJ. January 21st.1932. Messrs. Luvax Ltd., Larden Road, Acton. LONDON.W.3. For the attention of Mr. P. Douglas. Dear Sir, We herewith send you drawings, as requested… | ||
| scan0024 | Letter from Luvax Limited regarding the installation of a central lubrication system on an experimental chassis. | ||
| View original record | 83806. DIRECTORS HENRY J. SAYER. PETER F. BENNETT. OLIVER LUCAS. CHASSIS ENGINEERING MIDLAND OFFICES WELL STREET BIRMINGHAM TELEPHONE: NORTHERN 5201. TELEGRAMS: "LUVAX, BIRMINGHAM." LUVAX LIMITED… | ||
| scan0025 | Letter to Luvax Ltd. arranging for the installation of a Bijur system on a 25 HP car. | ||
| View original record | X3806 Expl. Dept. Hs/GWH.1/MJ.23.1.32. January 23rd.1932. Messrs. Luvax Ltd., Larden Road, Acton. LONDON.W.3. For the attention of Mr. Douglas. Dear Sir, We have received your letter ref:PD/EM. of the… | ||
| scan0026 | Faults and proposed improvements for the central lubrication system. | ||
| View original record | X3806 To R. From Hs. c.c. to Sg. c.c. to Mor. c.c. to Da. c.c. to HY. Hs.4/MJ.8.3.32. CENTRAL LUBRICATION. The average results of the central lubrication scheme in the hands of the customers is very… | ||
| scan0027 | Letter to Luvax Ltd. concerning diagrams of hydraulic dampers. | ||
| View original record | X3806. Hs/GWH.5/MA. March 8th, 1932. Messrs. Luvax Ltd., Larden Road, Acton. London, W.3. For the attention of Mr. Douglas. Dear Sir, The diagrams of the hydraulic dampers you showed me are obtained… | ||
| scan0028 | Visit to the Bijur Lubrication Company discussing rubber hose connections, automatic induction pipes, and oil systems. | ||
| View original record | 83806. R. From HS/Rm. (In U.S.A.) c. to EG. Mor. c. to Rs. E. c. to DA. My. March 9th, 1932. I spent today with the Bijur Lubrication Company. Rubber Connections To The Axles. In view of the failures… | ||
| scan0029 | The composition of Price's Oil used for Bijur Lubrication. | ||
| View original record | X3806. c.Hs/Rm. BY.1/J.23.3.32. Bijur Lubrication. .................. Referring to Hs/Rm's note from U.S.A. dated March 9th, dealing with the paragraph headed "Drip Plugs Choking Up", the Price's Oil… | ||
| scan0030 | Attaching a copy of a letter from Lucas Ltd. concerning an experimental Luvax Bijur Lubricating System fitted to Chassis No. 18-G.4. | ||
| View original record | Hs. GWH 83806. ROY/MS3/P.4.4.32. See me / HS As requested, we attach hereto copy of letter received from Messrs. Lucas Ltd. dated 24th March 1932 re Luvax Bijur Lubricating System in connection with… | ||
| scan0031 | Order of fittings for a Luvax lubrication system for car 19-EX. | ||
| View original record | Y3806. To Roy. From Hs/GWH. Hs/GWH.7/MA. 7. 4. 32. 19-EX. LUVAX LUBRICATION. Will you please order the following fittings from Luvax for the above Car. The metering valves must be made exactly similar… | ||
| scan0032 | Order for two lengths of rubber piping for the bijur feed. | ||
| View original record | X3806. To Roy From Hs/GWH. Hs/GWH.5/MA.13.4.32. 19-EX. Will you please order from Luvax, two lengths of rubber piping (approx 2 ft. long) for the bijur feed from frame to axle respectively. We believe… | ||
| scan0033 | Letter to Luvax Ltd. requesting low-pressure drip plugs for an experimental 20HP car undergoing an overhaul. | ||
| View original record | x3806 Hs/Lid.17/MA. April 25th, 1932. Messrs. Luvax Ltd., Larden Road Acton, London, W.3. Dear Sirs, You may possibly recollect that we have one of our Experimental 20HP cars running about fitted up… | ||
| scan0034 | Letter from Luvax Limited regarding a request for single plugs for experimental 20 HP cars, asking for a blueprint for an unrecorded item. | ||
| View original record | x3806. DIRECTORS HENRY J. SAYER. PETER F. BENNETT. OLIVER LUCAS. CHASSIS ENGINEERING LUVAX LIMITED Warple Way, WORKS: LARDEN ROAD, ACTON, LONDON, W.3. TELEGRAMS: 'LUVAXITUDE, ACT, LONDON' TELEPHONE:… | ||
| scan0035 | Letter to Luvax Ltd. clarifying an error regarding a single plug, part number G-77665. | ||
| View original record | 83806. Hs/Lld.3/MA. April 30th, 1932. Messrs. Luvax Ltd., Warple Way Acton, London, W.3. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter JSG/EM of the 29th, inst., we also have to acknowledge, with thanks,… | ||
| scan0036 | Request for additional special low pressure drip plugs for an experimental system. | ||
| View original record | Y 3806. Hs/Lid.2/MA. May 5th, 1932. Messrs. Luvax Ltd., Warple Way Acton, London, W.3. For the attention of Mr. Pitt. Dear Sirs, In connection with the experimental low pressure Bijur system operated… | ||
| scan0037 | Inspection report on the Luvax Central Lubrication Scheme on cars 19-EX and 19-G-4, proposing design changes to eliminate soldered connections. | ||
| View original record | r3806. To WGR. E.8/HP.24.6.32. c. By. Hs. re Luvax Central Lubrication - Scheme on 19-EX. and 19-G-4. BY and I have inspected the central lubrication schemes on the above two cars - that on 19-EX is… | ||
| scan0038 | Cost savings and design proposals for the 20/25 HP centralised lubrication system. | ||
| View original record | Wor. from Sft. Hs. By x3806. Sft.1/MM.29.6.32. 20/25 HP. CENTRALISED LUBRICATION. --------------------------- Before anything is finally settled regarding the supply of Luvax fittings and pump from… | ||
| scan0039 | The in-house manufacturing of a 20/25 HP Centralised Lubrication system versus a Lucas-supplied design. | ||
| View original record | ~~SFT. from Wor.~~ ~~Hs. Dr. L. Roy.~~ 83806. Worll/T30.6.32. 20/25 HP Centralised Lubrication. I have your note SFTl/MM29.6.32, saying that you would like an opportunity of manufacturing the same… | ||
| scan0040 | Facts surrounding a proposal to manufacture components for the Bijur Centralised Lubrication system. | ||
| View original record | To Wor. from ROY. c. to SFT c. to MM. c. to SY c. to BY c. to Hs. LID X3806. See me H/S ROY8/MCE27.32 Bijur Centralised Lubrication Worll/T30.6.32 - Following SFT's recent discussions it is noted you… | ||
| scan0041 | Continuing supply arrangements for 20/25 HP 'W' Series and 40/50 HP O.2 Series chassis. | ||
| View original record | (Continued) To Mor. from ROY. [Struck out] c. to GPM. [Struck out] c. to Wm. [Struck out] c. to L. [Struck out] c. to RY [Struck out] c. to Hs. Meantime, as far as further supplies are concerned,… | ||
| scan0042 | And recommending a centralized chassis lubrication system for the Bensport model. | ||
| View original record | TO BY. FROM DA/EV. X233 COPY TO SG. WOR. HS. E. EV2/17.9.32. CHASSIS LUBRICATION. BENSPORT. So far the designs for Benspor, in as much as many of them are the same as for Peregrine, have been made to… | ||
| scan0043 | Standardisation of chassis parts relating to the Luvax system of chassis lubrication. | ||
| View original record | RR 755 (10H) (30405. 21-4-32) BM. 3/8382/4. STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. COMPLETED 20.9.33. Description of Parts. LUVAX SYSTEM OF CHASSIS LUBRICATION. Date 12.8.32 X No. 7980 Drawing No. Part… | ||
| scan0044 | The standardization of a chassis part, including test date and costs. | ||
| View original record | STANDARDISATION OF CHASSIS PARTS MAYFAIR SYSTEM FOR LUITON To overcome some difficulty in obtaining [illegible] The number of the first chassis on which the new part will be fitted..... Date when… | ||
| scan0045 | List of layouts for the Peregrine II Chassis, Luvax Bijur System - Olive Joints. | ||
| View original record | Rm. Y3806aBY/SS6/J.25.11.32. Peregrine II Chassis. Luvax Bijur System - Olive Joints. The following is a list of Layouts used in connection with the above system:- R.R. Scheme - 245 - Gear Box " - 248… | ||
| scan0046 | Sample Luvax-Bijur lubrication tank and pump unit submitted by Lucas Limited for the Bensport chassis. | ||
| View original record | X 233. To BY. from ROY. c. to Hs. ROY3/MG22.3.33 Messrs. Lucas Limited have now submitted a sample Luvax-Bijur Lubrication tank and pump unit suggested for use on the Bensport chassis. Are we in… | ||
| scan0047 | Engineering memorandum from the Vacuum Oil Company analyzing lubricant deposits from a Bentley 3½-Litre car gearbox. | ||
| View original record | FORM C21-1396 X233 AUTOMOTIVE LUBRICANTS DEPARTMENT. ENGINEERING DIVISION. ENGINEERING MEMORANDUM VACUUM OIL COMPANY, LTD. CAXTON HOUSE, WESTMINSTER, LONDON. S.W.1. Bentley 3½-Litre Car Gearbox and… | ||
| scan0048 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company discussing oil deposits in gearbox/axle castings and suggesting alternative coatings. | ||
| View original record | FORM C21-1396 AUTOMOTIVE LUBRICANTS DEPARTMENT. ENGINEERING DIVISION. VACUUM OIL COMPANY, LTD. CAXTON HOUSE, WESTMINSTER, LONDON, S.W.1. understand was applied to the castings of the gearbox and back… | ||
| scan0049 | Oil dripping from the 20/25 HP chassis's centralised lubrication system. | ||
| View original record | LID Hs. X3806 BY/Cgh.6/G.16.5.33 20/25 HP. CENTRALISED LUBRICATION. The Final Test Department at Sales draw attention to the fact that they find quite an amount of oil dripping from the chassis,… | ||
| scan0050 | Standardisation proposal for modified central lubrication connections and joints on the chassis. | ||
| View original record | RR 755 (10H) (37133, 28-10-32) BM. 3/9064/1. X3806 COMPLETED 18.7.33. STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Date 30.3.33. Description of Parts. MODIFIED CENTRAL LUBRICATION CONNECTIONS & JOINTS. Origin.… | ||
| scan0051 | Standardisation form detailing the fitting of a new part to a 'Z' series chassis. | ||
| View original record | STANDARDISATION OF CHASSIS PARTS The number of the first chassis on which the new part will be fitted......... 'Z' series. Date when chassis will be handed to test. 13.5.33. Cost of scrapped material,… | ||
| scan0052 | Recommendation to delete the Bijur lubrication for the Bentley Servo to prevent oil getting on the fabrics. | ||
| View original record | X3806. To BY. from Hs/Gry. c. to Mx. Hs/Gry.11/KT.17.7.33. BENTLEY SERVO. We recommend deleting the Bijur lubrication to the servo to prevent oil getting on the fabrics. We are sending round a… | ||
| scan0053 | Standardisation of chassis parts regarding the deletion of Bijur lubrication to the servo. | ||
| View original record | RR 75S (10H) (37133, 28-10-32) BM. 3/9064/1. X3806. COMPLETED 1.11.33. STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Date 17.7.33. Description of Parts. 1933 DELETION OF BIJUR LUBRICATION TO SERVO. Origin. To… | ||
| scan0054 | Modification report for chassis parts concerning the prevention of oil getting on brakes. | ||
| View original record | MODIFICATION. CHASSIS PARTS. REASON FOR MODIFICATION. To prevent oil getting on brakes. This is a copy of Mr Hives' memo of 26.6.17. Of all steel brake drums having lubricating oil on surface is… | ||
| scan0055 | Inconsistency of using different chassis lubrication pumps on the 20/25 HP and Bentley models, requesting a cost comparison. | ||
| View original record | X3607. Sft. from Hs/Lid. C. Wor. E. C. Ds. Ey. Hs/Lid.15/KT.1.11.33. CHASSIS LUBRICATION SYSTEM - 20/25 HP. & BENTLEY. The chassis-lubrication systems on the Bentley and 20/25 HP. cars are essentially… | ||
| scan0056 | Cost-effectiveness of manufacturing a lubrication oil pump versus purchasing it from Lucas. | ||
| View original record | r3856 Hs. [REDACTED] [REDACTED] [REDACTED] [REDACTED] Sft.6/DH.3.11.33. Chassis Lubrication System. Ref. Hs/Lid15/KT.1.11.33. The policy of making the Lub: Oil Pump to R.R. design as against… | ||
| scan0057 | Cost analysis, overheads, and standardisation procedures for the central lubrication pump. | ||
| View original record | X 3866 To Wor. from G. c. to Hs. Standardisation Sheets - Central Lubrication Pump. ------------------------------------------ Reference Hs3/MJ.6.11.33. We were not aware that Hs. was endeavouring to… | ||
| scan0058 | The comparisons of the R.R. and the Luvax Bijur Pumps. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from Hs/GWH. X3606 Hs/CWH.1/KW21.12.33. Report on the comparisons of the R.R. and the Luvax Bijur Pumps. ------------------- The following are the particulars of the two Pumps :- WEIGHT. R.R.… | ||
| scan0059 | Comparison of the R.R. and Luvax pumps, detailing pressure tests, design differences, and dismantling instructions. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/GWH.1/KW21.12.33. Using a leak of a No. 2 Bijur, the pressures are :- R.R. 74 lbs.sq.in. At start of stroke. 70 " " " Luvax. 105 lbs.sq.in. 90 " " " The advantage of the Luvax Pump is its… | ||
| scan0060 | Assembly and dismantling instructions for the R.R. Bijur Pump, detailing challenges and tool requirements. | ||
| View original record | -3- To assemble the pump no difficulty was experienced inserting the leather washer, as the free edge of the leather entered last. R.R. BIJUR PUMP. To dismantle this pump for inspection, on no account… | ||
| scan0061 | Comparison report between the R.R. and the Luvax Bijur pumps. | ||
| View original record | COPY To E. from Hs/GWH. c. to Da. c. to By. c. to Wor. c. to Sft. Report on the Comparisons of the R.R. and the Luvax Bijur Pumps. --------------------------- The following are the particulars of the… | ||
| scan0062 | Comparison of the Luvax Pump and the R.R. Pump, including pressure data and dismantling instructions. | ||
| View original record | -2- The advantage of the Luvax Pump in this respect is that the higher pressure tends to clear any obstructions in the Bijurs. Using a leak of a No. 2 Bijur, the pressures are :- R.R. Luvax. 74… | ||
| scan0063 | Assembly and dismantling instructions for the R.R. Bijur Pump. | ||
| View original record | -3- Hs/GWH.1/KW.10.1.34. The bottom valve seat is screwed on to the top seat which is fixed to the spindle which carries the spring. The ball valve and both seatings are visible through the holes… | ||
| scan0064 | Decision against using the cheaper Luvax pump on the 40/50 HP Chassis in favour of Rolls-Royce's own pump. | ||
| View original record | To Wor. from Hs. X 3806 Hs.7/KW.5.2.34. Re 40/50 HP. Chassis. ----------------------- With reference to attached Sg.12/E.1.2.34. This is one of the points which can much more easily be discussed than… | ||
| scan0065 | Two-stage introduction of the Luvax system and pump for the 40/50 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | COPY. K3806 To Wor. from Sg. Sg.12/E.1.2.34. re 40/50 HP. Chassis. -------------------------- Thanks for Worl/M.31.1.34. This explains the matter and shows that the point arises because we were… | ||
| scan0066 | Letter from The Rover Company Ltd. inquiring about the performance of Bijur chassis lubrication. | ||
| View original record | X3806 TELEPHONE 8081 (7 LINES). TELEGRAMS: ROVER, "COVENTRY". [Embossed Stamp: MANAGING DIRECTOR'S OFFICE] SBW:ME. THE ROVER COMPANY LTD. COVENTRY, ENG. April 17th 1934 W.A. Rowbotham Esq., Messrs.… | ||
| scan0067 | Letter to the Managing Director of The Rover Co. Ltd. discussing experiences with the Bijur chassis lubrication system compared to Luvax and American automatic systems. | ||
| View original record | X3806 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.10/KW. 18th April, 1934. Captain S.B. Wilks, Managing Director, The Rover Co. Ltd., Coventry, Eng. Dear Captain Wilks, Replying to your letter of April 17th, we have been… | ||
| scan0068 | Letter to Luvax Limited regarding issues with valves and junction bodies where threads are stripping and blocking the system with brass shavings. | ||
| View original record | X3806 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Bwg.12/KW. 30th July, 1934. Messrs. Luvax Limited, Warple Way, Acton, LONDON, W.3. For attention of A.W. Pitt. Esq. Dear Sirs, Valves & Junction Bodies. We are experiencing… | ||
| scan0069 | Trouble with brass shavings in the chassis centralized lubrication system caused by the valve and junction joint. | ||
| View original record | Y3806 BWG Hs/Rm. from Sft. c.c. By. c.c. E.H. Sft5/BH.26.7.34. File As explained to you on the telephone to-day, we are experiencing trouble due to deposits of Brass Shavings into the Pipe line on the… | ||
| scan0070 | Three cases of Bijur Pipes breaking in the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | To By: V350-6 Hs/Rm.25/KW.31.7.34. BIJUR PIPES. We have recently in the Experimental Dept. had three cases of Bijur Pipes breaking. This has resulted in the extremities of the system drying up, such… | ||
| scan0071 | Recent failures of Bijur Pipes in the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten (top): W.H.H (crossed out). Can you send me broken pipes as I wish to see type of failure & which pipes are involved By Handwritten (left): R.H.C. Have we any samples. Rm Typed: To By:… | ||
| scan0072 | Letter from Luvax Limited regarding a fault with valves and junction bodies, specifically stripped threads on a meter valve. | ||
| View original record | DIRECTORS HENRY J. SAYER. PETER F. BENNETT. OLIVER LUCAS. MIDLAND OFFICES WELL STREET BIRMINGHAM TELEPHONE: NORTHERN 5201. TELEGRAMS: "LUVAX, BIRMINGHAM". LUVAX HYDRAULIC SHOCK ABSORBERS CHASSIS… | ||
| scan0073 | Letter to Luvax Limited regarding dissatisfaction with meter valves and junction bodies, requesting a meeting. | ||
| View original record | +3806 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Bwg.7/KW. 2nd August, 1934. Messrs. Luvax Limited, Warple Way, Acton, LONDON, W.3. Dear Sirs, VALVES & JUNCTION BODIES. -------------------- We thank you for your letter… | ||
| scan0074 | Issues with chassis lubrication meter valves and testing of a petrol reserve warning light. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. x3806 10.8.34. Chassis Lubrication Meter Valves and Junction Bodies. Mr. Pitt of Luvax Ltd. called re the above yesterday. At present, when the valve is screwed into the junction body, the… | ||
| scan0075 | Suggesting a larger float on the tank unit to improve the accuracy of petrol level readings. | ||
| View original record | It would seem that a larger float on the tank unit would also help to give more accurate readings, as it would tend to remain constant with the petrol level and not bob up and down so much on uneven… | ||
| scan0076 | Letter from Luvax Limited regarding the forwarding of 12 Meter Valves with a chamfer, following a visit from Mr. Pitt. | ||
| View original record | DIRECTORS HENRY J. SAYER PETER F. BENNETT OLIVER LUCAS. CHASSIS ENGINEERING LUVAX LIMITED WORKS: WARPLE WAY, ACTON, LONDON, W.3. TELEGRAMS: 'LUVAXITUDE, ACT, LONDON' TELEPHONE: SHEPHERDS BUSH 3111… | ||
| scan0077 | Letter to Luvax Limited regarding the trial of modified meter valves and placing an order for them. | ||
| View original record | X3806 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Bwg.21/KW. 4th September, 1934. Messrs. Luvax Limited, Warple Way, Acton, LONDON. Attention of Mr. Pitt. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter JSR/EGR of August 22nd. With… | ||
| scan0078 | Requesting an official order for Luvax meter valves for the chassis lubrication system. | ||
| View original record | x3806 To Roy. Hs/Bwg.19/KW.4.9.34. Luvax Meter Valves for Chassis Lubrication System. -------------------------- We have recently tried out a slightly modified meter valve which the Luvax Co.… | ||
| scan0079 | Stripped threads on Chassis Lubrication Meter Valves and a proposed modification to trial on a few chassis. | ||
| View original record | X3806 To Sft. c. to E. c. to By. c. to Ha/Rm. Chassis Lubrication Meter Valves. With reference to the trouble you have experienced with the above, where the first threads of the valves have been… | ||
| scan0080 | Changes to the testing procedure for chassis lubrication meter valves. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm: x3806 Hs/Bwg.10/KW.14.9.34. Chassis Lubrication Meter Valves. Re the testing of the above. Production do not test these before fitting to a chassis, but check them as a unit. In the Erecting… | ||
| scan0081 | Method for checking chassis lubrication meter valves before fitting. | ||
| View original record | To Sft. c. to Hy. c. to E. c. to Hs/Rm. X3806 Hs/Bwg.15/KW.14.9.34. Chassis Lubrication Meter Valves. At present the method for checking the chassis lubrication system is by ascertaining that oil… | ||
| scan0082 | Flow rates and timings for various types of chassis lubrication meter valves. | ||
| View original record | 43806 To Hn/Rm. Hs/Bwg.12/KW.24.9.34. Chassis Lubrication Meter Valves. We give below the various types of valves and their flow used on our chassis. Type. Flow in C.C's. Time in Mins. ZS0 .062 1.583… | ||
| scan0083 | Letter to Luvax Limited requesting flow information for chassis lubrication meter valves. | ||
| View original record | X3806 HS/Bwg.22/KW. 25th September,1934. Messrs. Luvax Limited, Warple Way, Acton, London, W.3. For attention MR. H.W. Pitt. Dear Sirs, Chassis Lubrication Meter Valves. Will you please let us know by… | ||
| scan0084 | Letter from Luvax Limited enclosing a blueprint for chassis lubrication meter valves with flow rate figures for different oils. | ||
| View original record | DIRECTORS HENRY J. SAYER. PETER F. BENNETT. OLIVER LUCAS. x3806 BOWERING CHASSIS ENGINEERING MIDLAND OFFICES WELL STREET BIRMINGHAM TELEPHONE: NORTHERN 5201. TELEGRAMS: "LUVAX, BIRMINGHAM." LUVAX… | ||
| scan0085 | Testing chart for a Luvax-Bijur central lubrication meter valve under specific pressure and temperature conditions. | ||
| View original record | LUVAX - BIJUR CENTRAL LUBRICATION ROLLS ROYCE METER VALVE TESTING CHART TO BE TESTED AT A CONSTANT PRESSURE OF 100LBS PER SQ. INCH AT A TEMPERATURE OF 70°F USING LUVAX OIL | METER VALVE RATE |… | ||
| scan0086 | Various types of chassis lubrication meter valves, their flow rates, and timings. | ||
| View original record | X38T 6 To Hs/Rm. Hs/Bwg.12/KW.24.9.34. Chassis Lubrication Meter Valves. We give below the various types of valves and their flow used on our chassis. Type. Flow in C.C's. Time in Mins. ZSO .062 1.583… | ||
| scan0087 | Standardisation of the Bijur centralised lubrication tank. | ||
| View original record | SS 728 (SH) (87312, 29-12-33) BM 3/640/2 COMPLETED 3.11.34. 40/50 STANDARDISATION OF PARTS. Description of Parts. BIJUR CENTRALISED LUBRICATION TANK. Origin. To be fitted to all Rolls-Royce Cars.… | ||
| scan0088 | Modification using a bought-out complete unit for the 'U' series chassis, avoiding works tool cost and scrap. | ||
| View original record | CHECKED X This modification comprises a complete unit bought from outside, therefore there will be no works tool cost involved. Could be brought on to production at 1st chassis in "U" series… | ||
| scan0089 | Standardisation of parts for the Bijur centralised lubrication tank. | ||
| View original record | RR 725A (SH) (57394. 30-1-34) BM 3/787/1. COMPLETED 3.11.34. 20/25 STANDARDISATION OF PARTS. Date 5-10-34 (13.9.34 crossed out) X No. 3806. Drawing No. Part List Description of Parts. BIJUR… | ||
| scan0090 | Brief typed note regarding tool costs and production of the 'G' series chassis. | ||
| View original record | No tool cost in Works (Sft/Ws.25.9.34) Could be brought on to production at 1st chassis in "G" series (Sft/GH.25.9.34) without scrap. | ||
| scan0091 | Letter to Luvax Limited regarding alterations to Chassis Lubrication Pumps. | ||
| View original record | X3806 Exptl. Dept. Hc/Ewg.3/KW. 5th November, 1934. Messrs. Luvax Limited, Warple Way, Acton, London, W.3. For attention of Mr. Pitt. Dear Sirs, Chassis Lubrication Pumps. -------------------------… | ||
| scan0092 | Order for an oil pump cap from Messrs. Luvax. | ||
| View original record | X3806 To Roy. Hs/Bwg.5/KW.9.11.34. Will you please order from Messrs. Luvax, 1. Oil Pump Cap. This cap covers the valve mechanism at the base of the pump. Hs/Bwg. | ||
| scan0093 | Letter from Luvax Limited regarding required modifications to Luvax-Bijur lubricating pumps to increase oil delivery. | ||
| View original record | x3806 DIRECTORS HENRY J. SAYER. PETER F. BENNETT. OLIVER LUCAS. LUVAX HYDRAULIC SHOCK ABSORBERS CHASSIS ENGINEERING LUVAX LIMITED WORKS: WARPLE WAY, ACTON, LONDON, W.3. TELEGRAMS: "LUVAXITUDE, ACT,… | ||
| scan0094 | Letter to Luvax Limited regarding meter valves not being long enough to form an oil-tight joint, requesting a new sample. | ||
| View original record | X3806 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Dwg.20/KW. 14th November,1934. Messrs. Luvax Limited, Warple Way, Acton, London. For the attention of Mr. Pitt. Dear Sirs, Meter Valves - Junction Bodies. With reference to the… | ||
| scan0095 | Letter from Joseph Lucas Limited regarding the cost of modifying chassis lubrication pumps. | ||
| View original record | HEAD OFFICES & WORKS: GREAT KING ST., BIRMINGHAM. CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY, INDIA OFFICE, G.P.O. AND LEADING RAILWAYS. x3806 JOSEPH LUCAS LIMITED GREAT KING STREET… | ||
| scan0096 | Performance of a trial centralised chassis lubrication system. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from E. c. Wor. By. Mx. E.5/HP.17.12.34. Centralised Chassis Lubrication. We understand the Experimental Dept. have had a chassis running about for some time fitted with the Bijur chassis… | ||
| scan0097 | Performance of a centralised chassis lubrication system. | ||
| View original record | To E. from Hs/Rm. x 3106 Hs/Rm.10/KW.18.12.34. Centralised Chassis Lubrication. Referring to E.5/HP.17.12.34, we did not have any trouble with this lubrication system while it was under our… | ||
| scan0098 | Observation report on a centralised chassis lubrication system. | ||
| View original record | X3806 To: [Redacted], [Redacted], G. Hs. from Mr. Hx11/T19.12.34. CENTRALISED CHASSIS LUBRICATION. HS/HP17.12.34. This scheme is fitted to 17-G-IV and has been under our observation in the Transport… | ||
| scan0099 | Letter to Luvax Limited requesting the supply of meter valves with a conical seating. | ||
| View original record | X380b Exptl. Dept. HG/Bwg.26/KW. 22nd November,1934. Messrs. Luvax Limited, Warple Way, Acton, LONDON, W.3. For the attention of Mr. Pitt. Dear Sirs, Meter Valves. Thank you for your letter… | ||
| scan0100 | Capacity of Luvax-Bijur lubricating pumps and the potential costs for modifications. | ||
| View original record | L3806 To Hs/Rm. Hs/Bwg.17/RW.22.11.34. Luvax-Bijur Lubricating Pumps. A little while back Hs/GWH. raised a query as to whether the above pump stroke capacity was sufficient to lubricate the whole of a… | ||
| scan0101 | Letter to supplier Luvax Ltd. regarding an issue with missing air vents on Bijur Tank Filler Caps. | ||
| View original record | 43806 Exptl. Dept. HS/Bwg.9/KW. 19th March,1935. Messrs. Luvax Ltd., Warple Way, Acton, London, N.3. For the attention of Mr. H.W. Pitt. Dear Sirs, Bijur Tank Filler Caps. We notice that normally on… | ||
| scan0102 | Letter from Luvax Limited regarding the omission of air vents in Luvax-Bijur tank filler cap rivets. | ||
| View original record | DIRECTORS HENRY J. SAYER. PETER F. BENNETT. OLIVER LUCAS. LUVAX HYDRAULIC SHOCK ABSORBERS CHASSIS ENGINEERING LUVAX LIMITED WORKS: WARPLE WAY, ACTON, LONDON, W.3. TELEGRAMS: LUVAXITUDE, EALUX, LONDON.… | ||
| scan0103 | Letter to Luvax Ltd. regarding a modification to Luvax Bijur Pumps to prevent leakage. | ||
| View original record | 43806 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Bwg.8/KW. 26th March, 1935. Messrs. Luvax Ltd., Warple Way, Acton, London, W.3. Dear Sirs, LUVAX BIJUR PUMPS. We thank you for your letter PD/EM. 22.3.35, and note your remarks… | ||
| scan0104 | Request to Luvax Ltd. for a blueprint of drawing No. 8000/140 concerning meter valves. | ||
| View original record | X1184 Exptl: Dept: Hs/Bwg.27/KW. 29th May, 1935. Messrs. Luvax Ltd., Warple Way, Acton, London, N.3. Dear Sirs, Will you please let us have a blue print of drawing No. 8000/140 showing the piece… | ||
| scan0105 | Luvax chassis lubrication modifications for the Spectre chassis. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. L1184 Hs/Bwg.4/KW.1.6.35. Spectre. Luvax Chassis Lubrication. We attach herewith a list of the various bearings and their respective meter valves on the Spectre chassis. We have kept as far as… | ||
| scan0106 | Parts list for Lubrication Meter Valves on a Spectre Chassis. | ||
| View original record | -2- HS/Bwg.4/KW.1.6.36. Spectre Chassis. Lubrication Meter Valves. Piece No. Type of Valve No./set. Rear Springs. Front Pins Z. 8000/102 ZE2 2 Rear Shackles Z. 8000/22 ZS2 2 Rear Roll Rod Z. 8000/101… | ||
| scan0107 | Letter to a supplier requesting details on the manufacturing process of brass piping for chassis lubrication. | ||
| View original record | X1684 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Bwg.17/KW. 26th June, 1935. Messrs. Jas. Booth & Co.Ltd., Argyle Street, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, Brass Piping for Chassis Lubrication. With reference to the above, which you… | ||
| scan0108 | Order of meter valves from the Luvax Co. | ||
| View original record | X 1184 To Roy: Hs/Bwg.4/KW.8.7.35. Co. :- Will you please order from the Luvax 6. Z.8000/105 ZE5 Meter Valves to order No. 54317. Hs/Bwg. | ||
| scan0109 | Requesting the despatch of a failed Bentley part to Messrs. Luvax Ltd. for examination. | ||
| View original record | To D/BP. c. to G/Mt. XN 84 Hs/Bwg.10/KW. 6.8.35. Will you please despatch to Messrs. Luvax Ltd., Warple Way, Acton, London, W.3. :- 1. 2-way Foot Mounted Junction for offside front spring pad -… | ||
| scan0110 | Letter to Luvax Ltd. regarding a fractured Bijur junction on a Bentley chassis, requesting suggestions for strengthening the part. | ||
| View original record | Exptl. Dept. Hs/Bwg.9/KW. 6th August, 1935. Messrs. Luvax Ltd., Warple Way, Acton, LONDON, W.3. For the attention of Mr. Douglas. Dear Sirs, Bijur Junctions. We are forwarding to you one 2-way foot… | ||
| scan0111 | Urgent internal request to order meter valves from Luvax. | ||
| View original record | X 1184 To Roy. Hs/Bwg.1/KW.9.8.35. Co :- Will you please order from the Luvax 12. 2.8000/105 ZE5 Meter Valves, to Order No. 54317. Will you please mark the order Urgent. Hs/Bwg. | ||
| scan0112 | Letter from Luvax Limited regarding a missing broken junction piece and a change of material to hot brass stampings. | ||
| View original record | DIRECTORS HENRY J. SAYER. PETER F. BENNETT. OLIVER LUCAS. LUVAX HYDRAULIC SHOCK ABSORBERS X1184 CHASSIS ENGINEERING LUVAX LIMITED WORKS: WARPLE WAY, ACTON, LONDON, W.3. TELEGRAMS 'LUVAXITUDE, EALUX,… | ||
| scan0113 | Recommendations for metering valves for the Spectre Chassis Lubrication scheme. | ||
| View original record | X1184 To BY/HEB. Hs/Bwg.6/KW.30.8.35. Spectre Chassis Lubrication. We attach herewith our recommendations for the metering valves on the above scheme to enable production to be carried out on the same… | ||
| scan0114 | Table detailing the types, locations, and quantities of lubrication meter valves for the Spectre chassis. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Bwg.6/KW.30.8.35. Spectre Chassis Lubrication Meter Valves: Section | Type of Valve | Where Used | No.off. --- | --- | --- | --- Oil Piping and Fittings. | ZS5 | Road Springs, rear shackles. | 2 |… | ||
| scan0115 | Parts list table detailing components for the servo motor, steering, and suspension sections. | ||
| View original record | -2- Header: Section, Type of Valve, Where Used, No. Off Row 1: Servo Motor Mechanism., ZSO, Bearing Bracket for Suspension Bracket., 1 Row 2: Cross Steering Tube., , Fulcrum Pin, 1 Row 3: Front… | ||
| scan0116 | Request to order ZS5 Meter Valves from the Luvax Co. for tests on the Spectre in France. | ||
| View original record | X 1184 To Roy. Hs/Bwg.3/KW. 2.9.35. Will you please order from the Luvax Co. 12. ZS5 Meter Valves. We wish to send these to France to Hs/GWH. for tests on the Spectre at the earliest possible moment.… | ||
| scan0117 | Problems and complaints regarding spherical pipe unions compared to the older coned type. | ||
| View original record | G.W.H Let me have your experience on 1000 miles tests Please. Olm Wor. Hs. Ws. Ey. Hd. Sft. RHC. Sfty/Mr Matthews. Pipe Unions. The pipe unions we have used for some considerable time now as standard… | ||
| scan0118 | The problems with coned unions and the benefits of olive type joints for pipes. | ||
| View original record | - sheet 2 - the union when tightening up whereas with the coned and some other types the pipe has to be strained when the union is tightened up to allow the nipple to make a seating, and this… | ||
| scan0119 | Issues with spherical pattern pipe unions and the disadvantages of conical types. | ||
| View original record | To: RHO From: GHT/ABM Hs: HGV By: Hdv Sft Ru (Handwritten initials) E6/HP13.9.35. Mx9/T14.9.35. PIPE UNIONS. We experience considerable trouble with the spherical pattern pipe unions. We agree with… | ||
| scan0120 | Requesting the Experimental Department's experience with B.S.P. pipe joints shown on Royal Aircraft Establishment drawings. | ||
| View original record | Hs.Dy.Sft.RHC. Sft/Mr Matthews Mx.Ws. Hd. C. Wor. Rm E.4/HP.16.9.35. re Union Joints. ----------- Further to my memo E.6/HP.13.9.35, we should like to have Experimental Department's experience with… | ||
| scan0121 | Difficulties experienced with spherical type pipe unions, specifically regarding oil tightness and reassembly. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm: c. to E. Hs/GWH.21/KW.16.9.35. Pipe Unions. With regard to the spherical type of pipe unions, we have had trouble in keeping the joints oil tight on the Spectre car in France. We have found… | ||
| scan0122 | Comparison of experiences with conical nipple and spherical union pipe types. | ||
| View original record | To. Mr. Wor. Slt/AEM. Hs. WB. SY. Sft. PHIC. Rm Hq/SB22/HR.17.9.35. re PIPE UNIONS. ---------------- With reference to your E6/HP. 13.9.35., we give you below our experience with various types of… | ||
| scan0123 | The performance and issues with Olive and Banjo type pipe joints. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Continued:- OLIVE JOINT. This has been fairly satisfactory on small diameter pipes, such for instance, as the Luvax .156" diameter piping, but we have been troubled with oil leaks from the same… | ||
| scan0124 | Oil leak issues with spherical joint pipe unions on the Phantom engine and the successful trial of a conical type replacement. | ||
| View original record | Wms. Hs. By. GAR. RHG. Hsr. Ws. Hd. X1184 Sft/AEM.1/DR.18.9.35. Re: E.6/HP.13.9.35. PIPE UNIONS. We had no end of trouble on the Phantom engine due to oilleaks on the Spherical Joints, the time spent… | ||
| scan0125 | Responding to a query about the performance and issues with spherical versus cone type pipe unions. | ||
| View original record | E. Wor. Sft/AEM. Hs. Ws. By. Hd. RHC. Mxr. X1184 Sft1/BH.23.9.35. PIPE UNIONS. In reply to your E.6/HP.13.9.35:- Para.1. We agree that the steel spherical type Union has been standard for a… | ||
| scan0126 | Internal request to order Z.500 Metering Valves from the Luvax Co. for a Phantom III chassis. | ||
| View original record | X1184 To Roy. Hs/Bwg.22/KW.19.12.35. Will you please order from the Luvax Co., 6. Z.500 Metering Valves. for use on a Ph.III chassis. Hs/Bwg. | ||
| scan0127 | Letter from Ommanney & Co. regarding the 'Charlier' One-shot Lubricating System. | ||
| View original record | COPY OMMANNEY & CO., LTD., 56, Victoria Street, Westminster, London, S.W.1. Ref: PGNO/C. 2nd March, 1936. Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd., 14-15, Conduit Street, London, W.1. Dear Sirs, LUBRICATING SYSTEM.… | ||
| scan0128 | Attaching a copy of a letter from Ommanney & Co., Ltd. regarding Charlier One-Shot System chassis lubrication. | ||
| View original record | S/W To By. from Db. Copy to Wor. E. Hs. X1184 Db3/JL.3.3.36. We attach copy of a letter received from Messrs. Ommanney & Co., Ltd., concerning the Charlier One-shot System chassis lubrication, in case… | ||
| scan0129 | Requesting the cost for a No.1770 Tecalemit Oscillating Drive pump. | ||
| View original record | X 1184 To Roy: Hs/Bwg.28/JH.5.3.36. Will you please let us know as soon as possible the cost of No.1770 Tecalemit Oscillating Drive pump for central lubrication. Hs/J.Bowering. | ||
| scan0130 | Request for the latest lubricant recommendations for the Phantom III chassis, including fluid for the DWS jacks. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Gry from Mx. Mx16/T20.4.36 PHANTOM III CHASSIS I shall be glad if you will please give me your latest recommendations for the various lubricants including the fluid for the DWS jacks for the above… | ||
| scan0131 | Listing the recommended lubricants for the Phantom III model. | ||
| View original record | To Mx. X 1184 Hs/Gry.5/KW.21.4.36. Phantom III Lubricants. Replying to Mx.16/T.20.4.36. The latest information we have is - Engine, Gearbox & Bijur Tank - Motorine 'C'. Rear Axle - Castrol Hi-Press.… | ||
| scan0132 | Request to manufacture a Phantom III main bore fulcrum pin and bijur pipe for testing. | ||
| View original record | X 1184 To RHC. Hs/JBD.15/JH.2.10.36. Will you please have made one Phantom III main bore fulcrum pin and bijur pipe to N.Sch.4907 for test purposes. Hs/J.B.Dixon. | ||
| scan0133 | Improved lubrication scheme for the Bentley Chassis. | ||
| View original record | DY/GS c. ROY. c. Hs/Rm. X1184 BY.4/G.6.10.36. BENTLEY CHASSIS - RE: LUBRICATION. ------------------------------ The Experimental Department and Hs/Rm. are in agreement that we should immediately… | ||
| scan0134 | Replacement of leather washers with new synthetic 'Gaco' washers for oil fillers. | ||
| View original record | Hs. RM C. ROY/MS. BY.3/G.6.10.36. Handwritten: Swdl Please return RM RE: OIL FILLERS ON CHASSIS. I am handing you herewith some jointing washers which have been produced in 'Gaco' to replace the… | ||
| scan0135 | Requesting a test run of jointing washers on the test bench. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Swdl. X 1184 Hs/Rm.20/KW.6.10.36. With reference to the jointing washers attached herewith, will you please give these a run on the test bench, and let us know whether they are any good. Hs/Rm. | ||
| scan0136 | Letter from Arens Controls Limited regarding issues with a control unit and proposed modifications. | ||
| View original record | ARENS CONTROLS LIMITED SOLE MANUFACTURERS AND VENDORS OF THE ARENS CONTROL UNIT PATENTED IN ALL COUNTRIES TELEPHONES ADDISCOMBE 3051/4. TELEGRAMS UNICONTROL, PHONE, LONDON. CABLES UNICONTROL, PHONE,… | ||
| scan0137 | Letter to Arens Controls Ltd. regarding a Luvax lubrication junction and flexible control specifications. | ||
| View original record | 1184. Experimental Department 23rd November 1936. Rm/Les.13/AP. Messrs Arens Controls Ltd., 2 South Wharf, Praed Street, LONDON W.2. For the attention of Mr.Milbourne. Dear Sirs, Referring to our… | ||
| scan0138 | The despatch of a Luvax 3-way junction piece to Arens Controls Ltd. | ||
| View original record | To D/BP. from Rm/Les. c. to G/Mt. Rm/Les.14/AP.23.11.36. We are sending into the Stores for despatch to Messrs Arens Controls Ltd., 2 Spouth Wharf, Praed Street, London W.2. - 1 - Luvax 3-way junction… | ||
| scan0139 | Letter to Arens Controls Ltd regarding a drawing and sample lubricator adaptor sent to their old address. | ||
| View original record | Experimental. Dept. Rm/Les.16/JH. 24th November, 1936. Messrs. Arens Controls Ltd., Tunstall Road, East Croydon. For the attention of Mr. Millbourn. Dear Sirs, I sent to you last night a drawing of… | ||
| scan0140 | Request to the laboratory to analyse a sample of Motorine 'C' lubricating oil. | ||
| View original record | To Laboratory. 1187 Rm/CTS.9/JH.19.2.37. LUBRICATING OIL. Will you please anylise the sample of Motorine "C" for foréign matter, carbon, water etc. Rm/CTS. | ||
| scan0141 | Chassis lubrication issues, particularly with rear spring shackles and bottom yoke bearings. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/IMW. Chateauroux. Rm/Les.12/JH.9.8.37. 26-G-VI - Chassis Lubrication System. For the rear spring shackles we should like you to use bijur plugs ZS.3. At the moment we use on Phantom III -----… | ||
| scan0142 | Excessive lubrication on the Bijur feed for Wraith rear shackles and a request to modify drawings. | ||
| View original record | To By. 1184 also 600a Rm/Les.4/JH.9.8.37. Bijur Feed Wraith Rear Shackles. Rm/IMW. has complained of excessive lubrication of the rear spring shackles on 26-G-VI in France. Instructions now ask for a… | ||
| scan0143 | Standardisation of Phantom III front suspension main fulcrum pins and Bijur pipe coil. | ||
| View original record | RR 755 (10H) 38137 7-4-37 WHK 26070 COMPLETED 21.8.37. PHANTOM III STANDARDISATION of PARTS. Date: 2.6.37. X No. 1729 (1184 is crossed out) Drawing N.Sch. No. 4907. Part List G.84953 to G.84957.… | ||
| scan0144 | Estimated cost of new tools for the Phantom III 'E' series chassis and production implementation details. | ||
| View original record | PHANTOM III STANDARDISATION OF PARTS Estimated Cost of New Tools £9. 0. 0d. Could be brought on to production at the 1st Chassis in "E" series (without Scrap) Table Headers: MATERIAL LABOUR CHARGES… | ||
| scan0145 | Preprint paper analysing automotive lubrication systems, presented to the Society of Automotive Engineers. | ||
| View original record | PREPRINT.--Paper to be presented at the Summer Meeting of the Society of Automotive Engineers at White Sulphur Springs, W. Va., May 31 to June 5, 1936. All papers and discussions presented at meetings… | ||
| scan0146 | Engine lubrication systems, bearing pressures, and the effects of temperature on oil. | ||
| View original record | 2. If any of these lubricating system designs were unsound, a major change in design, rather than simple modifications might have been expected in six years, through large changes in horsepower, and… | ||
| scan0147 | Technical analysis of engine oil supply failures, the effects of temperature, and lubrication properties. | ||
| View original record | 3. Oil supply failures may be due to the several causes of stoppage in supply lines, loss of prime in the pump, excessive bearing end leakage from high oil flow coupled with decreased viscosity due to… | ||
| scan0148 | Description of various engine lubrication systems, comparing automobile and aircraft designs. | ||
| View original record | 4. object lesson of this fault. The maintenance of moderate temperatures in the main body of the oil is accomplished in a variety of ways. Aircraft engines generally employ the dry sump system with a… | ||
| scan0149 | Page describing the lubrication systems of Vee-type liquid-cooled and large radial air-cooled aircraft engines. | ||
| View original record | 5. terest to note that the piston pins are not pressure feed lubricated. (Figure 10 and Figure 11). Figure 12 illustrates a well known Vee type liquid cooled aircraft engine. Figure 13 is an… | ||
| scan0150 | Discussion of engine lubrication and cooling system designs and their associated challenges. | ||
| View original record | 6. Figure 19 illustrates an application of the angular bleed hole in the connecting rod designed to supply an additional quantity of oil to the cylinder walls, in addition to the leakage from the rod… | ||
| scan0151 | Comparison of lubrication systems and oil sludge formation in automobile versus aircraft engines. | ||
| View original record | 7. The principal apparent differences between operating phenomena of automobile and aircraft engines, when both are cruising at 60 to 70% power, are few. The aircraft engine tends to sludge the… | ||
| scan0152 | Engine oil temperature control, lubrication properties, and the effects of filters on oil life and mileage. | ||
| View original record | 8. (d) Keeping the main body of the oil at moderate temperature is important to insure a good temperature gradient to the oil without transfer of a destructive amount of heat. (e) Much more should be… | ||
| scan0153 | Page of illustrations showing a pan and various views of an engine assembly and its components. | ||
| View original record | Fig. 3 Fig. 5 Fig. 12 Fig. 13 Fig. 14 | ||
| scan0154 | Page of five technical drawings illustrating various mechanical components and assemblies. | ||
| View original record | Fig. 15 Fig. 16 Fig. 17 Fig. 20 Fig. 21 | ||
| scan0155 | Brief analysis of the automotive lubrication system presented to the Society of Automotive Engineers. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten notes: 21, Peleo, SWDL, 1184 PREPRINT.--Paper to be presented at the Summer Meeting of the Society of Automotive Engineers at White Sulphur Springs, W. Va., May 31 to June 5, 1936. All… | ||
| scan0156 | Technical analysis of engine lubrication systems, covering bearing pressures, oil viscosity, and temperature effects. | ||
| View original record | 2. If any of those lubricating system designs were unsound, a major change in design, rather than simple modifications might have been expected in six years, through large changes in horsepower, and… | ||
| scan0157 | Engine oil supply failures, the effects of high temperatures, and lubrication properties. | ||
| View original record | 3. Oil supply failures may be due to the several causes of stoppage in supply lines, loss of prime in the pump, excessive bearing end leakage from high oil flow coupled with decreased viscosity due to… | ||
| scan0158 | Technical document detailing various engine lubrication systems, including pump and splash, full force feed, and systems for inverted air-cooled aircraft engines. | ||
| View original record | 4. object lesson of this fault. The maintenance of moderate temperatures in the main body of the oil is accomplished in a variety of ways. Aircraft engines generally employ the dry sump system with a… | ||
| scan0159 | Technical description of lubrication systems in various types of aircraft engines, including Vee and radial types. | ||
| View original record | 113 q 5. terest to note that the piston pins are not pressure feed lubricated. (Figure 10 and Figure 11). Figure 12 illustrates a well known Vee type liquid cooled aircraft engine. Figure 13 is an… | ||
| scan0160 | Page discussing various engine lubrication and cooling systems, referencing specific design figures. | ||
| View original record | 6. Figure 19 illustrates an application of the angular bleed hole in the connecting rod designed to supply an additional quantity of oil to the cylinder walls, in addition to the leakage from the rod… | ||
| scan0161 | Comparison of lubrication systems, sludge formation, and engine cooling in automobile versus aircraft engines. | ||
| View original record | 7. The principal apparent differences between operating phenomena of automobile and aircraft engines, when both are cruising at 60 to 70% power, are few. The aircraft engine tends to sludge the… | ||
| scan0162 | Page discussing the importance of oil temperature, lubrication, and oil systems in automobile engines. | ||
| View original record | 8. (d) Keeping the main body of the oil at moderate temperature is important to insure a good temperature gradient to the oil without transfer of a destructive amount of heat. (e) Much more should be… | ||
| scan0163 | Page of figures illustrating various cutaway views of a V-engine and a pan analogy. | ||
| View original record | Fig. 3 Fig. 5 Fig. 12 Fig. 13 Fig. 14 | ||
| scan0164 | Page of drawings showing various mechanical components and cross-sections, labelled Figures 15, 16, 17, 20, and 21. | ||
| View original record | Fig. 15 Fig. 16 Fig. 17 Fig. 20 Fig. 21 [Faint, mirrored, and largely illegible handwritten text is visible across the page, appearing to be bleed-through from the reverse side.] | ||
| scan0165 | Three proposed engine improvements for filtration, oil cooling, and oil drawing. | ||
| View original record | ①. IMPROVE filtration by putting a tube in crank main journals to keep sludge there ②. Improve the bottom half oil cooling. ③. Improve method of drawing oil from the bottom half leaving sediment to… | ||
| scan0166 | Posing questions about replacing a Bijur-Luvax chassis lubrication pump with a Tecalemit unit. | ||
| View original record | 1184 To HPS/WB. from Rm/AFM. c. Da. Rm/AFM.3/MH.30.12.38. CHASSIS LUBRICATION. We want to replace the Bijur-Luvax pump on our chassis by an automatically operated Tecalemit unit, one sample of which… | ||
| scan0167 | Continuation page with tables detailing discharge rates and the number of feeds for various component sizes. | ||
| View original record | -2- (5) Cont'd. Size. Discharge per minute, c.c's. 00 .0200 0 .0335 1 .1083 2 .1757 3 .4200 The time of discharge lasts for 30 seconds (average) once every 100 miles. It would be as well to confirm… | ||
| scan0168 | Operation and modification of a Tecalemit Chassis Lubricator. | ||
| View original record | 118A To HPS/WB. from Rm/AFM. Rm/AFM.9/MH.9.2.39. TECALEMIT CHASSIS LUBRICATOR. It seems, from the data already obtained, that the best way to operate this unit is through an impulse coupling and low… | ||
| scan0169 | Blueprints for a tank for the Tecalemit lubrication system. | ||
| View original record | 1184 MFS c. Rm. c. Rm/AFM By/Ald.1/AW.22.2.39. TANK FOR TECALEMIT LUBRICATION SYSTEM. Please receive herewith 2 Blueprints of the following new Drawings:- EXS. 1472 - Tank. 1 off EXS. 1473 - Tank… | ||
| scan0170 | Letter from Tecalemit to Rolls Royce regarding chassis lubrication, enclosing a list of drawings for various pumps and fittings. | ||
| View original record | 1184 TECALEMIT LIMITED DIRECTORS A. E. LEONARD, (CHAIRMAN) S. G. GATES. GROUP CAPTAIN E. F. BRIGGS, D.S.O., O.B.E. EMILE PIQUEREZ & J. CHRISTE, (SWISS.) W. J. PARSLOW A. SEWELL. R. A. CHALMERS,… | ||
| scan0171 | Letter from Tecalemit with recommendations for feed lines and pump drive components, referencing specific part and drawing numbers. | ||
| View original record | TECALEMIT Continuation Sheet No. 1. Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd. 6th March.1939. Feed Lines. From our experience, we would recommend that each point be fed from one pumping unit, and the terminal fitting… | ||
| scan0172 | Letter to Tecalemit Ltd. from the Experimental Department regarding an order for chassis lubrication parts. | ||
| View original record | Experimental Dept. RM/AFM.10/MH. 6th. April, 1939. Tecalemit Ltd., Great West Road, Brentford, MIDDX. Your Ref. N.JGH/FMG. For the attention of Mr. N.J.G.Hill. Dear Sirs, Chassis Lubrication. We… | ||
| scan0173 | Letter discussing production prices and modifications to a pump shaft for mounting an impulse coupling. | ||
| View original record | -2- 6th. April, 1939. It will be essential for us to know the prices of the above on a production basis. The cost of the flexible pipe is especially interesting. We intend to mount the impulse… | ||
| scan0174 | Letter to Luvax Ltd. concerning issues with blocking size 5 metering valves. | ||
| View original record | 118H? EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/HFP.6/JH. 15th. April, 1939. Messrs. Luvax Ltd., Warple Way, LONDON.W.3. Dear Sirs, We have been having trouble with some of your size 5 metering valves. These valves… | ||
| scan0175 | Letter from Tecalemit confirming the dispatch of various chassis lubrication parts and discussing pricing. | ||
| View original record | 118H TECALEMIT LIMITED Great West Road, Brentford, Middlesex TELEPHONE EALING 6661 (11 LINES) TELEGRAMS TECALEMIT, PHONE, LONDON CODE A.B.C. 5TH EDITION DIRECTORS A. E. LEONARD, (CHAIRMAN) S. G.… | ||
| scan0176 | Continuation sheet of a letter from Tecalemit regarding a production quote for fittings and a shaft modification. | ||
| View original record | TECALEMIT Continuation Sheet No. 2. We are going into the question of quoting you for these fittings on a production basis and we hope to let you have this information in the course of a post or so.… | ||
| scan0177 | Letter from Luvax Limited discussing a filter in a No. 5 Meter Valve to prevent blockages from metal particles. | ||
| View original record | DIRECTORS PETER F. BENNETT. OLIVER LUCAS. ALAN G. KYLE. A. B. WARING. LUVAX HYDRAULIC SHOCK ABSORBERS [Handwritten] 1/84 CHASSIS ENGINEERING LUVAX LIMITED WORKS: WARPLE WAY, ACTON, LONDON. W.3.… | ||
| scan0178 | Investigation of a flexible pipe solution for front suspension lubrication. | ||
| View original record | 1184 + HH6 Rm. c. BY c. Rm/AFM. c. Da/JD. DA.1/G.18.4.39. FRONT SUSPENSION LUBRICATION. B.V. In connection with the provision of a pipe coil to carry the centralised chassis lubrication on to the… | ||
| scan0179 | Requesting the production of 3 shafts (RM.588) to test the Tecalemit chassis lubrication unit. | ||
| View original record | 1184 To HPS. from Rm/AFM. Rm/AFM.3/MH.19.4.39. TECALEMIT CHASSIS LUBRICATION. Will you please make as soon as possible 3 shafts RM.588 to enable us to try the Tecalemit unit on our cars. Rm/AFM. | ||
| scan0180 | Blueprint for a Tecalemit pump drive shaft. | ||
| View original record | 19/4/39 TURN .182 DIA +3 SCREW 2BA R.H. GROUND FINISH .375 +10 .250 +10 .311 DIA 2.540 +10 4.040 +10 4.540 +10 .311 DIA -1/2 .500 DIA +5 CYANIDE HARDEN TECALEMIT PUMP DRIVE SHAFT 3 OFF S/ZN Rm 528 | ||
| scan0181 | Proposal to replace the Bijur-Luvax chassis lubrication pump with a Tecalemit unit, including a cost comparison. | ||
| View original record | 1184 To Da. from Rm/HFP. c. By. c. Da/JD. c. Roy/Les. Rm/HFP.2/MH.19.4.39. TECALEMIT CHASSIS LUBRICATION PUMP. We want to replace the Bijur-Luvax pump on our chassis by an automatically operated… | ||
| scan0182 | The design and operation of an automatic lubrication system, comparing impulse coupling and rotary pump mechanisms. | ||
| View original record | -2- (5) Since the unit is comprised of six separate pumps the failure of one pipe line does not render the whole lubrication system inoperative. (6) Being entirely automatic in operation, it will be… | ||
| scan0183 | Detailed cross-section drawing of a mechanical assembly with numerous numbered parts. | ||
| View original record | 3 5/16" DIA. 2 3/4" P.C. DIA. 17/64 DIA. 1 1/2" STAND'D 2 15/32" 7/16" CORNERS OF WASHER TO BE TURNED UP TO LOCK NUTS. Part Numbers: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21,… | ||
| scan0184 | Cross-sectional drawing of a mechanical assembly with numbered parts. | ||
| View original record | 3 5/16" DIA. 2 3/4" P.C. DIA. 17/64 DIA. 1/2" STANDD 2 15/32" 7/16" CORNERS OF WASHER TO BE TURNED UP TO LOCK NUTS. | ||
| scan0185 | Close-up view of an open tank showing the internal float and linkage mechanism. | ||
| View original record | LUBRICANTS RECOMMENDED ENGINE & GEARBOX | ||
| scan0186 | Close-up view of an engine bay component, showing a float mechanism inside a tank and a lubricant recommendation plate. | ||
| View original record | LUBRICANTS RECOMMENDED ENGINE & GEARBOX Messrs. C.C. WAKEFIELD & Co. Ltd. ‘CASTROL’ Grade R (Summer) ‘CASTROL’ Grade CW (Winter) | ||
| scan0187 | Requesting a fatigue resistance comparison test between Bijur and Tecalemit chassis lubrication piping. | ||
| View original record | 118H To HPS/WB. from Rm/AFM. Rm/AFM.4/MH.24.4.39. BIJUR PIPE. We are thinking of changing from Bijur to Tecalemit chassis lubrication on our cars and want to use Tecalemit brass piping. Will you… | ||
| scan0188 | Oil dilution, requesting a sample of oil that has covered the largest possible mileage for analysis. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/Wym. from Rm. 1184 Rm.20/ET.21.8.41. OIL DILUTION. ----------------- I should like a sample of oil which has covered the largest possible mileage without the crankcase being drained, so that I… | ||
| scan0189 | Chasing the delivery of small shafts for the Tecalemit chassis lubrication system. | ||
| View original record | 118 H To HPS. from Rm/AFM. Rm/AFM.10/MH.3.5.39. TECALEMIT CHASSIS LUBRICATION. With reference to Rm/AFM.3/MH.19.4.39, can you urge the small shafts Rm.588 as we are held up. Rm/AFM. | ||
| scan0190 | Proposal for a cheaper automatic chassis lubrication system. | ||
| View original record | 1184 To HPS/WB. from Rm/AFM. c. Da. c. Roy/Les. c. Rm/IMW. c. Rm/HFP. CHASSIS LUBRICATION. With the object of still further cheapening the automatic chassis lubrication system will you please rig up… | ||
| scan0191 | Schematic drawing of the No. 5 Bijur metering valve for safety purposes. | ||
| View original record | NON-RETURN VALVE LEAK TO OIL PUMP No. 5 BIJUR METERING VALVE FOR SAFETY PURPOSES. TO CHASSIS POINTS & METERING VALVES | ||
| scan0192 | Order for a dozen Superflexit metal braided tubes for testing purposes. | ||
| View original record | 1184 To Roy/Les. from Rm/AFM. Rm/AFM.4/MH.3.6.39. FLEXIBLE PIPES. Will you please order one dozen Superflexit metal braided 4 m/m tubing each 10" long (standard length) fitted with 5/32" ends. These… | ||
| scan0193 | Inquiry to A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. regarding a special union and gears for driving two speedometer cables. | ||
| View original record | 1184 Experimental Dept. Rm/AFM.6/MH. 20th. June, 1939. The A.T.Speedometer Co. Ltd., Chronos Works, North Circular Road, LONDON, N.W.2. For the attention of Mr. A.F.Arrowsmith. Dear Sirs, We are… | ||
| scan0194 | Request to create a drawing for a housing for the Tecalemit chassis lubrication pump drive. | ||
| View original record | 118A To By/Ald. Rm/HFP.3/JH.21.6.39. TECALEMIT CHASSIS LUBRICATION PUMP. Will you please make a drawing of a tin suitable for housing the drive to the Tecalemit chassis lubrication pump and instruct… | ||
| scan0195 | Letter from a supplier confirming the availability and price of a dual drive gearbox, requesting clarification on the chassis type required. | ||
| View original record | 1184 The A.T. SPEEDOMETER CO. Ltd. MAGNETIC SPEEDOMETERS & MOTOR CLOCKS REVOLUTION INDICATORS FOR MOTOR CARS, MOTOR BOATS AND ENGINES, MILEAGE RECORDERS, ETC. DIRECTORS W. Henderson-Cleland. A. Gordon… | ||
| scan0196 | Request to A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. for both Wraith and Bentley dual drives for an experimental box. | ||
| View original record | 1184 Experimental Dept. Rm/AFM.l/MH. 23rd. June, 1939. The A.T.Speedometer Co. Ltd., Chronos Works, North Circular Road, LONDON, N.W.2. Your Ref: AFA/LAH. For the attention of Mr. A.F.Arrowsmith. Dear… | ||
| scan0197 | Blueprints for a Tecalemit chassis lubrication pump. | ||
| View original record | 1184 c. Rm. [REDACTED] By/Ald.1/AW.27.6.39. TECALEMIT CHASSIS LUBRICATION PUMP. Please receive herewith two blueprints of each of the following:- EXS.1778. Tank. - - - - - 1 off. EXS.1779. Tank cover.… | ||
| scan0198 | Requesting the return of 12 Superflexit pipes that were sent in error. | ||
| View original record | 1184 To Hd/FC. c. to D/BP. Rm/HFP.9/JH.28.6.39. Superflexit Pipes. Will you please return to the Superflexit Works, Slough Bucks, 12 Superflexit pipes, which were sent to us in error and have since… | ||
| scan0199 | Follow-up letter from Tecalemit Limited regarding the status of experimental work. | ||
| View original record | 1184 TECALEMIT LIMITED Great West Road Brentford Middlesex DIRECTORS A. E. LEONARD, (CHAIRMAN) S. G. GATES. GROUP CAPTAIN E. F. BRIGGS, D.S.O., O.B.E. EMILE PIQUEREZ & J. CHRISTE. (SWISS) W. J.… | ||
| scan0200 | Request to return a dual drive unit to A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. as it does not fit the Bentley V. | ||
| View original record | 1184 To D/BP. from Rm/AFM. c. Hd/FC. c. Les/AW. Rm/AFM.2/MH.5.7.39. Will you please return to the - A.T.Speedometer Co.Ltd., Chronos Works, North Circular Road, London, N.W.2. one dual drive unit… | ||
| scan0201 | Letter to A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. about returning a dual drive that does not fit the chassis. | ||
| View original record | 1184 Experimental Dept. Rm/AFM.3/MH. 7th. July, 1939. A.T.Speedometer Co. Ltd., Chronos Works, North Circular Road, LONDON, N.W.2. For the attention of Mr. Arrowsmith. Dear Sirs, We are returning to… | ||
| scan0202 | Requesting tests on a Tecalemit chassis lubrication pump. | ||
| View original record | 1184 To HPS/WB. Rm/HFP.2/JH.12.7.39. Tecalemit Chassis Lubrication Pump. Will you please carry out tests on a Tecalemit pump to determine the rate at which oil passes the plungers when the pump is… | ||
| scan0203 | Invoice from A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. for a Dual Drive and Attachment, seeking authorization for payment. | ||
| View original record | 1184 Rm/AFM G/WFH/CA.19/JE.12.7.39. We have an invoice from the A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd., charging us 42/-d nett for one Dual Drive and Attachment which they say was ordered by letter… | ||
| scan0204 | Return of an unsuitable dual drive part and the cancellation of payment. | ||
| View original record | 1184 To G/WFH. from Rm/AFM. c. Les/AW. Rm/AFM.3/MH.14.7.39. Reference your G/WFH/CA.19/JE.12.7.39, the dual drive in question which we obtained "on approval" has been returned as it would not fit our… | ||
| scan0205 | Letter to Tecalemit Ltd. concerning a quotation for a rotary pump, its design use, and preferred manufacturing material. | ||
| View original record | 1184 ? c. Les. Experimental Dept. Rm/AFM.2/MH. 20th. July, 1939. Tecalemit Ltd., Great West Road, Brentford, MIDDX. For the attention of Mr. N.J.G.Hill. Dear Sirs, With reference to Mr. Hill's visit… | ||
| scan0206 | Requesting the testing of Tecalemit check valves as part of a replacement for the Bijur chassis lubrication scheme. | ||
| View original record | 1184 To HPS/WB. Rm/HFP.2/JH.21.7.39. Tecalemit Check Valves. We wish to replace the Bijur chassis lubrication scheme by the Tecalemit scheme. The Tecalemit pump has already been tested and found… | ||
| scan0207 | Blue prints for a flexible pipe for the front wheel suspension on a Bentley V chassis. | ||
| View original record | 118/4 c. Rm. EXPERIMENTAL DEPT. By/Ald.3/AW.17.8.39. BENTLEY V CHASSIS. SUSPENSION MECH. FOR FRT. WHEELS - SECTION 7C42. Please receive herewith 2 blue prints of the following: EXS.1918. Flexible Pipe… | ||
| scan0208 | Request to make a drawing for a modified Superflexit pipe for the Bentley V chassis lubrication system. | ||
| View original record | 1184. To By/Ald. from Rm/HFP. Rm/HFP.12/JH.17.8.39. Bentley V chassis Lubrication. Will you please make a drawing of a Superflexit pipe to carry the oil for chassis lubrication from the torque arm to… | ||
| scan0209 | Letter to Tecalemit Ltd. concerning the design and testing of an impulse coupling and feed regulators. | ||
| View original record | 1184 Experimental Dept. Rm/HFP.4/MH. 18th. August, 1939. Tecalemit Ltd., Great West Road, Brentford, MIDDX. Your Ref: NJGH/FAH. For the attention of Mr. N.J.G.Hill. Dear Sirs, We regret the delay in… | ||
| scan0210 | Letter to Tecalemit Ltd. regarding the delivery from different types of feed regulators and requesting a recommendation. | ||
| View original record | Tecalemit Ltd. -2- 18th. August, 1939. (2) When a straight or elbow feed regulator is used in conjunction with a 'T' feed regulator the delivery from the 'T' feed regulator is approximately twice that… | ||
| scan0211 | Request for a scheme to be drawn for spring lubrication by grease gun. | ||
| View original record | 11KA To By/Ald. Rm/HFP.9/JH.21.8.39. Spring Lubrication. Will you please draw a scheme for spring lubrication by grease gun as discussed between us. Rm/HFP. | ||
| scan0212 | Authorising the loan of an impulse coupling to Tecalemit Ltd for testing. | ||
| View original record | 1/8H To AFM. from Rm. Rm.3/MH.23.8.39. We have had the following message from Mr. Hill of Tecalemit Ltd:- "May we have the loan of the impulse coupling in order to make tests at our Works." Will you… | ||
| scan0213 | Letter to Tecalemit Ltd. regarding a delay in providing an impulse coupling for testing. | ||
| View original record | 1184 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/HFP.9/JH. 24th. August, 1939. Tecalemit Ltd., Great West Road, Brentford, Middx. For the attention of Mr.N.J.Hill. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter asking for… | ||
| scan0214 | Letter to Tecalemit Ltd. regarding the shaft speed for an impulse coupling drive. | ||
| View original record | 1184 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/HFP.3/JH. 28th. August, 1939. Tecalemit Ltd., Great West Road, Brentford, Middx. For the attention of Mr.N.J.G.Hill. Dear Sirs, We have received your letter of August… | ||
| scan0215 | Letter from Tecalemit Limited acknowledging a letter from the Experimental Department dated 28th August. | ||
| View original record | 1184 TECALEMIT LIMITED DIRECTORS A.E. LEONARD CHAIRMAN GROUP CAPT. E.F. BRIGGS D.S.O., O.B.E. J. CHRISTE (SWISS) S.O. GATES W.J. PARSLOW A. SEWELL R.A. CHALMERS MANAGING TELEPHONE EALING 6 6 6 1 (12… | ||
| scan0216 | Invoice from Tecalemit Limited for the supply of nipples. | ||
| View original record | Telephone: EALING 6661 (11 Lines) Telegrams: "TECALEMIT, PHONE LONDON" INVOICE REF. No. C 66962 When referring to this Invoice please quote above Prefix & Number. TECALEMIT LIMITED Head Office and… | ||
| scan0217 | Incorporation of a centralised lubrication system into new work. | ||
| View original record | 1184. To Ev. from Rm. Rm.9/MH.30.10.39. Martindale tells me that the complete scheme for the automatic and simplified centralised lubrication system was completed by Mathews before the War. We should… | ||
| scan0218 | Schemes for fitting Tecalemit mechanically driven lubrication pumps to various car chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Rm from Ev. 1184. Secret Ev1/2.10.39. Tecalemit lubrication. It would appear that a complete set of schemes were made for fitting the Teclemit Mechanically Drive lubrication pump to the B.5… | ||
| scan0219 | Requesting a drive be schemed for a Tecalemit lubrication pump on the small gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 1184. To Ev. from Rm. Rm.1/MH.4.11.39. With reference to your note re Tecalemit Lubrication, we should like the drive to be schemed for a pump on the small gearbox even though we may not be able to… | ||
| scan0220 | Comparing the automatic chassis lubrication system on a Rover with the current scheme. | ||
| View original record | 1184 To Rm. from Sg. Sg1/E3140 I notice in the Rover booklet that they provide automatic chassis lubrication (Bijur). With our scheme one has to press a pedal every 100 miles, which I should imagine… | ||
| scan0221 | Revised drive for the Tecalemit lubrication pump due to manufacturing difficulties. | ||
| View original record | 1184 SECRET. To Rm. from Ev. c. to Ev/HH. Ev.19/JH.22.2.40. Tecalemit Lubrication - Pump Drive. We attach two prints of PL.122 shewing a revised drive for the Tecalemit pump replacing the original… | ||
| scan0222 | Cover note regarding bearing history for a petrol injection project. | ||
| View original record | Wd. From Rm. Rm.10/ML.12.8.40. Here is a bit of bearing history that may be helpful to you on your petrol injection job. Rm. [Text stamped vertically on the left margin]: S.S. and P.(O) Dept. 24.1.37.… | ||
| scan0223 | Investigation into the Merlin engine's main pressure lubrication system and bearing metallurgy. | ||
| View original record | Rm. from Rm/TAS. Rm/TAS.I/ML.22.7.40 MERLIN MAIN PRESSURE LUBRICATION. The following investigation is divided into four parts :- 1. A comparison between Merlin and Bentley lubrication systems. 2. An… | ||
| scan0224 | Comparison of lubrication schemes and bearing loads in Kestrel, Merlin, and Bentley engines. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Cont'd. Furthermore, the Kestrel scheme resembled the successful scheme finally used on the 4¼ litre Bentley. The Kestrel scheme was apparently successful and the Merlin is not. The difference… | ||
| scan0225 | Comparison of Merlin and Bentley engine lubrication systems and bearing specifications. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. - 3 Rm/TAS.I/ML.22.7.40. Total bearing perimeter. Discharge from oil pump under load. Maximum pressure due to gas and inertia. B/AC Main oil pressure. Merlin 189.3" pts/hr 3800 @ r.p.m. 2,600… | ||
| scan0226 | Analysis of engine big-end bearing failures, investigating causes related to oil flow and testing alternative bearing schemes. | ||
| View original record | - 4 - Cont'd. Lr/GWH who compiled these records states that failure can occur on any big-end bearing and is generally due to the high inertia force of the oil preventing flow to the bearing surface at… | ||
| scan0227 | Analysis of bearing lubrication suggesting the repositioning of oil feed holes to improve performance under maximum load. | ||
| View original record | - 5 - Cont'd. Rm/TAS.I/ML.22.7.40. We would suggest that for the maximum loads indicated, the maximum oil pressures in the bearing will be roughly as seen below. MAX. OIL PRESSURE. MAX. BEARING LOAD.… | ||
| scan0228 | Main bearing development, comparing different tin and silver alloys for anti-seizing and fatigue properties. | ||
| View original record | To E. c. Lr. c. Bn. c. Lr/Lov. c. Hl/EJW. c. Lr/LBH. COPY. Lr/AT.2/EAH.19.6.40. MECHANICAL TESTING. MAIN BEARING DEVELOPMENT. The present position with regard to development is as follows :- Whilst… | ||
| scan0229 | Test report comparing various engine bearing designs, alloys, and oil supply conditions, with corresponding figures of merit. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. - 2 - 1. Effect of oil Distribution. Mean figure of merit. (a) By's scheme I43/I44 with deep semi-grooved 1% tin bearing, two oil holes drilled in centre journal and flats on crankshaft. 163… | ||
| scan0230 | Proposed future programme for assessing the anti-seizing properties of various alloys and bearings. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - Cont'd. Lr/AT.2/EAH.19.6.40. PROPOSED FUTURE PROGRAMME. 1. Assess the anti-seizing value of the Allison lubrication scheme. 2. Determine the relative anti-seizing properties of the following… | ||
| scan0231 | Statistical report on Merlin II, III, IV and X engines returned for service, detailing aircraft types and causes of damage. | ||
| View original record | To: R.M. From: Lr/G.W.H. MER II III IV AND X ENGINES RETURNED FOR SERVICE 237 MAR. APRIL. MAY 1940 HURRICANE 55 ENGS BATTLE 63 SPITFIRE 64 HENLEY 29 DEFIANT 2 WHITLEY 23 HALIFAX 1 TOTAL CRASHES 144… | ||
| scan0232 | Chart detailing various failure types for 237 returned MER II, III, IV, and X engines. | ||
| View original record | MER II III IV AND X ENGINES RETURNED FOR SERVICE 237 ENGINES MAR. APR. MAY. 1940. ENGINE FAILURES CRANKSHAFT FRACTURE DUE TO CENTRE MAIN BEARING FAILURE AVER HRS 120 (2) CON: ROD TOTAL FAILURE AVER… | ||
| scan0233 | Statistical report on Merlin III, IV, and X engine faults and service returns from March-May 1940. | ||
| View original record | MER III IV AND X ENGINES RETURNED FOR SERVICE MAR. APR. MAY. 1940 51 ENGS OUT OF 237 RETURNED BY AIRFORCE FOR THE FOLLOWING. OVERHAUL AVER HRS 224 16 ENGS LOSS OF COMPRESSION AVER HRS 171 12 FAULTY… | ||
| scan0234 | Analysis of internal glycol leaks and bearing failures in returned Merlin and X engines. | ||
| View original record | MERLIN III IV AND X ENGINES RETURNED FOR SERVICE I.E. 380 BLOCKS OF 190 ENGS BLOCKS TESTED FOR INTERNAL GLYCOL LEAKS. TOP JOINTS UNSHROUDED RIBBED LINERS 90 BLOCKS AVER HRS 145 CHART: 4 BLOCKS .010"… | ||
| scan0235 | Lubrication and anti-wear treatment for the bronze magneto drive skew gear on the Merlin engine. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. (Clan Foundry). W [Handwritten] Lubrication gen 1184 M/Swdl.5/BA. 28.10.40. As you are possibly aware, a great deal of trouble has been experienced with regard to wear on the bronze magneto… | ||
| scan0236 | Use of various Extreme Pressure (E.P.) oils for running-in gears. | ||
| View original record | Lubrication gen. 1184 W/G M/Swdl. from Rm. Rm.6/ML.31.10.40. With reference to your M/Swdl.5/BA.28.10.40. I think for running-in, you need the mildest E.P. oil you can use without getting seizure. If… | ||
| scan0237 | Letter from British Bundy Tubing discussing a sample set of 'Bundylim' tubing parts and acknowledging order No. 34884. | ||
| View original record | BRITISH BUNDY TUBING COMPANY LIMITED STAFFORD HOUSE, NORFOLK STREET, STRAND, LONDON, W.C.2. DIRECTORS: N. H. OAKLEY-EVANS (BRITISH) F. GRAHAM MAW (BRITISH) A. R. EDWARDS (U.S.A.) R. A. SOLBORG… | ||
| scan0238 | Requested modification to the dip-stick for rationalised engines. | ||
| View original record | Jnr. from Rm. Lubrication c. Ev. c. Rm/HH. Rm.15/ML.12.12.40. 1184 DIP-STICK - RATIONALISED ENGINES. You will remember that we queried the accessibility of our crankcase dip-stick, compared with other… | ||
| scan0239 | Letter to British Bundy Tubing Co. Ltd. regarding a set of fittings and drawings for oil pipes. | ||
| View original record | 1184 Rm/Clm.2/ET. 17th January, 1941. British Bundy Tubing Co. Ltd., Stafford House, Norfolk Street, Strand, L O N D O N W.C. 2. Your reference DH/MNM. Dear Sirs, We are sending under separate cover… | ||
| scan0240 | The despatch of various oil fittings to the British Tubing Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | To Hd/FC. from Rm/Clm. Copy to Roy/AES. 1184 Will you please despatch the following oil fittings to the British Tubing Co. Ltd., Letchworth, Herts:- E.85391 - Banjo - 2 off E.57997 - " - 2 off E.79034… | ||
| scan0241 | Letter from the British Bundy Tubing Company acknowledging receipt of an order for sample oil tubes and associated drawings. | ||
| View original record | BRITISH BUNDY TUBING COMPANY LIMITED STAFFORD HOUSE, NORFOLK STREET, STRAND, LONDON, W.C.2. DIRECTORS: N. H. OAKLEY-EVANS (BRITISH) F. GRAHAM MAW (BRITISH) A. R. EDWARDS (U.S.A.) R. A. SOLBORG… | ||
| scan0242 | Tests to ascertain the value of a hole in the connecting rod for extra cylinder lubrication under cold starting conditions on a Bentley engine. | ||
| View original record | To: Rm. from Rm/Hm. c. Rm/CRS. EXTRA CYLINDER LUBRICATION ON BENTLEY. 1184 Tests have been carried out on the rig engine to ascertain what value the hole in the conn. rod has on cylinder lubrication… | ||
| scan0243 | Oil throw tests comparing drilled vs non-drilled connecting rods and discussing piston seizure on Bentley engines. | ||
| View original record | -2- S.A.E. 20 OIL. DRILLED ROD. | | Oil Thrown onto Bottom of Bore. | Oil Thrown onto Top of Bore. | |---|---|---| | Non Pressure Side. | 3 Sec. | 5 Sec. | | Pressure Side. | 3 Sec. | 9 Sec. | S.A.E.… | ||
| scan0244 | Report discussing oil consumption on Bentley engines, focusing on the effects of blanking an extra oil hole in the connecting rod. | ||
| View original record | -3- bed running, in spite of making every effort to do so. We have had no success with the anodic treatment of the pistons. We are therefore left with the extra piston lubrication when starting up,… | ||
| scan0245 | Letter to Vauxhall Motors discussing issues with oil seals, materials, and leakage problems. | ||
| View original record | 1184 Rm/GB.3/ST. 27th March, 1941. W.A. HAMILTON Esq., Engineering Department, Vauxhall Motors Ltd., L U T O N, Beds. Your Ref. WAH/BVB.234. Dear Pat, Many thanks for the report on oil seals. I am… | ||
| scan0246 | Letter to Tecalemit Ltd. inquiring about flexible hoses for the automatic chassis lubrication system on a Daimler 2 1/2 litre car. | ||
| View original record | COPY TO Rm. & Ev. W/DB.3/EP. 20th March, 1941. 1184 Messrs. TECALEMIT Ltd., Great West Road, BRENTFORD, Middlesex. Dear Sirs, On the Daimler 2 1/2 litre introduced late in 1937, there were, as far as… | ||
| scan0247 | Comparing engine oil way dimensions for various engine models. | ||
| View original record | lubrication 1184 To Rm. from Jnr. Jnr.6/SW.18.4.41. Engine Oil Ways. Even if we might be inclined to agree with Mr. Johnson of Vandervells in regard to small oil passages on our old engines, all… | ||
| scan0248 | Letter from British Bundy Tubing Company regarding the manufacture of handmade oil pipes. | ||
| View original record | Engine Lubrication File Cem BRITISH BUNDY TUBING COMPANY LIMITED STAFFORD HOUSE NORFOLK STREET, STRAND, LONDON, W.C.2. DIRECTORS: N. H. OAKLEY-EVANS (BRITISH) F. GRAHAM MAW (BRITISH) A. R. EDWARDS… | ||
| scan0249 | Letter responding to an enquiry about brake squeak, discussing methods for obtaining friction-speed curves and the apparatus used for testing. | ||
| View original record | 1029 1181 Rm/AFM.6/MH. 24th. January, 1939. Institute of Automobile Engineers, Great West Road, Brentford, MIDDX. Your Ref: CGW/BT. Dear Sirs, Brake Squeak. We regret delay in replying to your letter,… | ||
| scan0250 | Page 2 of a letter to the Institute of Automobile Engineers regarding brake lining performance and a meeting arrangement. | ||
| View original record | Institute of Automobile Engineers. -2- 24th. January, 1939. (3) We have never heard a squeak when obtaining a friction-speed curve. We possibly have a slight advantage over you here, because we only… | ||
| scan0251 | Letter from the Automobile Research Committee arranging a meeting to discuss brake squeak. | ||
| View original record | 1029 1181 The Institution of Automobile Engineers. Great West Road. Brentford, Middx. TELEPHONE: EALING 4741/2. TELEGRAMS: EALING 4741. CGW/MA. IAE AUTOMOBILE RESEARCH COMMITTEE. January 27th, 1939.… | ||
| scan0252 | Letter to the Institution of Automobile Engineers detailing the points made about brake temperature. | ||
| View original record | 4029 1181. Experimental Dept. Rm/AFM.1/MH. 4th. February, 1939. The Director of Research, The Institution of Automobile Engineers, Great West Road, Brentford, MIDDX. Dear Sir, The writer wishes to… | ||
| scan0253 | Letter to the Director of Research regarding temperature calculations and testing a squeaky lining material. | ||
| View original record | The Director of Research. -2- 4th. February, 1939. rate of work can never be reached because it requires a finite time to reach a steady temperature. Some temperature greater than t is reached and… | ||
| scan0254 | Request to send four pieces of Wraith III rear brake lining to the Institution of Automobile Engineers. | ||
| View original record | γ 1029 1181. To HPS. from Rm/AFM. c. HPS/WSC. Rm/AFM.8/MH.6.2.39. WRAITH III BRAKE LINING. Will you please book out and send to:- The Director of Research, Institution of Automobile Engineers, Great… | ||
| scan0255 | Letter from the Automobile Research Committee regarding friction tests on Thermoid lining specimens. | ||
| View original record | 1029 1181 The Institution of Automobile Engineers. Great West Road, Brentford, Middx. TELEPHONE: EALING 4741/2. TELEGRAMS: EALING 4741. CGW/BT. AUTOMOBILE RESEARCH COMMITTEE. 6th February, 1939. A.F.… | ||
| scan0256 | Letter to the Institution of Automobile Engineers regarding a visit to a research station to see a new brake testing rig. | ||
| View original record | 1029 1181 Experimental Dept. Rm/AFM. 10/MH. 9th. February, 1939. The Institution of Automobile Engineers, Great West Road, Brentford, MIDDX. For the attention of C.G.Williams, Esq. Dear Sirs, Since… | ||
| scan0257 | Request to obtain three cast iron discs for a brake test rig and send them to Ferodo Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 1029 To HPS. from Rm/AFM. c. RHC/Vs. Rm/AFM.2/MH.9.2.39. BRAKE TEST RIG. Will you please obtain from the Foundry, three cast iron discs, 14" dia. and 1" thick, made in our standard brake drum iron.… | ||
| scan0258 | Order for brake linings from Ferodo Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 1/8/1 To Roy/Ms. from Rm/AFM. c. G/JWH. Rm/AFM.8/MH.9.2.39. BRAKE LININGS B.V. Will you please order from Ferodo Ltd. 20 pieces of lining similar to drawing GB.3760, only in V.G.90 material. No prints… | ||
| scan0259 | Letter to Ferodo Ltd. regarding a new brake test rig and plans for future testing. | ||
| View original record | 1029 Experimental Dept. Rm/AFM.7/MH. 9th. February, 1939. Messrs. Ferodo Ltd., CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH. For the attention of Mr. W.E.Shilton. Dear Sirs, The writer and Mr. Dixon were very pleased to see… | ||
| scan0260 | Letter to Messrs. Ferodo Ltd. regarding an order for V.G.90 material and thanking them for building a test rig. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Ferodo Ltd. -2- 9th. February, 1939. We are wanting 20 pieces of V.G.90 made to drawing GB.3760 and will send you an order for the material. Can you please see that it is put through fairly… | ||
| scan0261 | Letter from Ferodo Limited regarding a test rig and orders for brake linings and clutch discs. | ||
| View original record | 4029 1181. All Communications to be addressed to the Company. FERODO LIMITED TELEPHONE: 250 CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH TELEGRAMS: FRICTION, PHONE, CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH. FERODO REGD TRADE MARK BRAKE & CLUTCH… | ||
| scan0262 | Letter from the Automobile Research Committee regarding equipment installed by Ferodo Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 4029. 1181 The Institution of Automobile Engineers. Great West Road. Brentford, Middx. TELEPHONE: EALING 4741/2. TELEGRAMS: EALING 4741. CGW/BT. (IAE) AUTOMOBILE RESEARCH COMMITTEE. 13th February,… | ||
| scan0263 | Letter to Ferodo Ltd. requesting proposals for 3 thrust rings in new, hard-wearing, water-resisting materials. | ||
| View original record | 1180 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT.. Rm/JBD.1/JH. 20th. February, 1939. Messrs. Ferodo Ltd., Chapel-en-le-Frith. For the attention of Mr. Longley. Dear Sirs, We enclose a rough sketch of 3 thrust rings we… | ||
| scan0264 | Letter to Ferodo Ltd. requesting the return of brake shoes and acknowledging sample thrust washers for testing. | ||
| View original record | 1180 1079 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/JBD.6/JH. 3rd. March, 1939. Messrs. Ferodo Ltd., Chapel-en-le-Frith. For the attention of Mr. Longley. Dear Sirs, Could you please return the brake shoes which we… | ||
| scan0265 | Request to order undrilled brake linings from Ferodo Ltd. to specific drawing numbers and materials. | ||
| View original record | 1180 To Roy. c. to G/Mt. Rm/JBD.16/JH.10.3.39. B.V. Will you please order from Ferodo Ltd. 8 pieces of brake lining undrilled to our drawing GB.3760 in BZ material and 8 pieces to GB.4685 in RU… | ||
| scan0266 | Letter from the Experimental Department to Ferodo Ltd requesting undrilled brake lining samples for a test rig. | ||
| View original record | 1/80 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/JBD.15/JH. 10th. March, 1939. Messrs. Ferodo Ltd., Chapel-en-le-Frith. For the attention of Mr. Chilton. Dear Sirs, Will you please supply 8 pieces BZ brake lining… | ||
| scan0267 | Letter from Ferodo Limited discussing brake lining tests and squeal characteristics. | ||
| View original record | 1180 All Communications to be addressed to the Company. FERODO LIMITED TELEPHONE: 250 CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH TELEGRAMS: FRICTION, PHONE, CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH. CODES: WESTERN UNION FIVE LETTER EDITION,… | ||
| scan0268 | Letter from Ferodo Limited regarding the return and identification of brake shoes and linings. | ||
| View original record | 1180 All Communications to be addressed to the Company. FERODO LIMITED TELEPHONE: 250 CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH (6 LINES) TELEGRAMS: FRICTION, PHONE, CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH. CODES: WESTERN UNION FIVE LETTER… | ||
| scan0269 | Letter to Messrs. Ferodo Ltd. regarding mistakenly left brake shoes and requesting a report on whether linings were overheated. | ||
| View original record | 1180 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/JBD.11/JH. 15th. March, 1939. Messrs. Ferodo Ltd., Chapel-en-le-Frith. For the attention of Mr. Longley. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter promising the return… | ||
| scan0270 | Letter to Ferodo Ltd. regarding brake lining test results, squeak prevention, and the characteristics of different lining materials. | ||
| View original record | 1180? EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/JBD.12/JH. 15th. March, 1939. Messrs. Ferodo Ltd., Chapel-en-le-Frith For the attention of Mr. Chilton. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter and note with interest… | ||
| scan0271 | The second and concluding page of a typed letter. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/JBD.12/JH.15.3.39. ring me when this is ready I shall endeavour to come over to see you. Yours faithfully, FOR ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. | ||
| scan0272 | Letter from supplier Ferodo Limited regarding brake and clutch lining samples and testing. | ||
| View original record | 1180 All Communications to be addressed to the Company FERODO LIMITED TELEPHONE: 250 CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH TELEGRAMS: FRICTION, PHONE, CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH. FERODO BRAKE & CLUTCH LININGS REGD. TRADE MARK… | ||
| scan0273 | Letter from Ferodo Limited reporting on the examination of brake linings. | ||
| View original record | 1180 All Communications to be addressed to the Company. FERODO LIMITED TELEPHONE: 250 CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH (6 LINES) TELEGRAMS: FRICTION, PHONE, CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH. FERODO REGD. TRADE MARK. BRAKE &… | ||
| scan0274 | Letter to Messrs. Ferodo Ltd. regarding the dispatch of two Thermoid liners. | ||
| View original record | 1180 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/JBD.9/JH. 17th. March, 1939. Messrs. Ferodo Ltd., Chapel-en-le-Frith. For the attention of Mr. Chilton. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter which confirms your… | ||
| scan0275 | Letter from Ferodo Limited arranging for testing of samples on a modified test rig. | ||
| View original record | 1180 All Communications to be addressed to the Company FERODO LIMITED TELEPHONE: 250 CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH TELEGRAMS: FRICTION, PHONE, CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH. FERODO BRAKE & CLUTCH LININGS… | ||
| scan0276 | Letter from Ferodo Limited regarding a meeting and suggestions for a friction lining test rig. | ||
| View original record | 1180 All Communications to be addressed to the Company FERODO LIMITED TELEPHONE: 250 CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH TELEGRAMS: FRICTION, PHONE, CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH. FERODO BRAKE & CLUTCH LININGS CODES: WESTERN… | ||
| scan0277 | Letter to Ferodo Ltd. with observations and recommendations regarding procedures for their testing rig. | ||
| View original record | 1180 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/JBD.6/JH. 29th.March, 1939. Messrs. Ferodo Ltd., Chapel-en-le-Frith. For the attention of Mr. Shilton. Dear Sirs, Following the visit which the writer payed you… | ||
| scan0278 | Analysis of torque, deflection, and design issues in a testing apparatus arm and bearing assembly. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/JBD.6/JH.29.3.39. A simple method to which the drive would be to arrange a contact on the disc working the existing pan which if the drive was accurate would give equal distance between marks.… | ||
| scan0279 | Concluding page of a letter with a postscript regarding a programme. | ||
| View original record | -3- Rm/JBD.6/JH.29.3.39. We should be pleased to have your comments and the results obtained if you try these suggestions. Yours faithfully, FOR ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. P.S. We will make suggestions you… | ||
| scan0280 | Letter from brake lining manufacturer Ferodo regarding testing linings for a customer's Bentley. | ||
| View original record | 1180 All Communications to be addressed to the Company. FERODO LIMITED BRAKE & CLUTCH LININGS CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH, STOCKPORT, ENGLAND. TELEPHONE: 250 CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH TELEGRAMS: FRICTION, PHONE,… | ||
| scan0281 | Letter from Ferodo Limited confirming a conversation regarding modifications to a test rig. | ||
| View original record | 1186. All Communications to be addressed to the Company. FERODO LIMITED TELEPHONE: 250 CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH TELEGRAMS: FRICTION, PHONE, CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH. FERODO BRAKE & CLUTCH LININGS REGD. TRADE MARK… | ||
| scan0282 | Potential change in brake lining material for use in tropical countries. | ||
| View original record | 1180 S/W......BY. Re: Brake Linings. I attach for your information a copy of a memorandum received from Allied Motors Ltd., which will be self-explanatory. If as a result of Mr. Clements' visit you… | ||
| scan0283 | From Allied Motors Ltd. regarding brake lining specifications due to tropical conditions. | ||
| View original record | Copy of memorandum from Allied Motors Ltd. ------------------------------- Mln.14/S. 15th April, 1939. Tr., London From Bombay. Mr. Clements, representative of Ferodo Ltd.,is leaving today for England… | ||
| scan0284 | Letter from W.O. Kennington of Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. to W.A. Robotham about a request from Henri Perrot concerning Rolls-Bentley brake linings. | ||
| View original record | 11802 DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Head Office & Works: 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telegrams: DELRENHYAT, SOWEST, LONDON Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) Stamp: THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR… | ||
| scan0285 | Official order for brake linings and servo discs from Ferodo Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 1180 To Roy. c. to G/JWH. c. to HPS/WSC. Rm/JBD.10/JH.25.5.39. Will you please issue an official order to Ferodo Ltd., Chapel-en-le-Frith. for 8 pieces VG.91 brake lining to GB.3760. This is for 8… | ||
| scan0286 | Letter to supplier Ferodo Ltd. regarding the return of incorrect brake linings and issues with servo discs. | ||
| View original record | 1180 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/JBD.9/JH. 25th. May, 1939. Messrs. Ferodo Ltd., Chapel-en-le-Frith. For the attention of Mr. Longley. Dear Sirs, Following our telephone conversation of yesterday we… | ||
| scan0287 | Letter from Ferodo Limited regarding the supply of necessary liners and a meeting. | ||
| View original record | 1180 All Communications to be addressed to the Company FERODO LIMITED TELEPHONE: 250 CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH TELEGRAMS: FRICTION, PHONE, CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH. FERODO BRAKE & CLUTCH LININGS… | ||
| scan0288 | Letter to Ferodo Ltd. enclosing a sample of VG.90 material for confirmation of its type. | ||
| View original record | 1180 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/JBD.6/JH. 1st. June 1939. Messrs. Ferodo Ltd., Chapel-en-le-Frith. For the attention of Mr. Longley. Dear Sirs, Following our conversation of yesterday we enclose a… | ||
| scan0289 | Pricing, supply and fixing of Ferodo brake liners by New Hudsons. | ||
| View original record | 1180 To By. from Rm/AFM. c. RHC. c. By/CRL. c. By/NS. Rm/AFM.6/MH.2.6.39. BRAKE LINERS B.V. We have been quoted a price by New Hudsons of 3d. per shoe, for fixing the Ferodo lining to the shoe, and… | ||
| scan0290 | Letter from supplier Ferodo regarding a mix-up in the composition of servo disc fragments, confirming VG.91 was sent instead of VG.90. | ||
| View original record | 1180 All Communications to be addressed to the Company. FERODO LIMITED BRAKE & CLUTCH LININGS CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH, STOCKPORT, ENGLAND. TELEPHONE: 250 CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH (8 LINES) TELEGRAMS: FRICTION,… | ||
| scan0291 | Page 2 of a letter from Ferodo Limited regarding the indistinguishable appearance of product quality VG.90. | ||
| View original record | From FERODO LIMITED. Sheet No. 2 For the attention of Mr. Dixon, Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd. d) That in outward appearance at all stages during manufacture and in the finished state the two qualities are… | ||
| scan0292 | Request to issue an official free of charge order to Ferodo Ltd. for 24 servo discs due to a previous supply mistake. | ||
| View original record | 180 To Roy. c. to G/JWH. Rm/JBD.5/JH.7.6.39. Will you please issue an official order to Ferodo Ltd. for 24 servo discs in VG.90 material to our drawing No.GB.3516. These should be free of charge owing… | ||
| scan0293 | Letter to supplier Ferodo Ltd. regarding the substitution of material VG.90 with VG.91 and ordering replacements. | ||
| View original record | 1180 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/JBD.2/JH. 7th. June, 1939. Messrs. Ferodo Ltd., Chapel-en-le-Frith. For the attention of Mr. Longley. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of June 3rd. confirming… | ||
| scan0294 | Letter from the Experimental Dept. to Monsieur Henri Perrot regarding various Ferodo brake linings used on Bentley brakes. | ||
| View original record | 1180. Experimental Dept. Rm/AFM.7/MH. 9th. June, 1939. Monsieur Henri Perrot, 32, Rue Madame de Sanzillon, Clichy (Seine), Paris, FRANCE. Dear Sir, Mr. W.O.Kennington has told us that you would be… | ||
| scan0295 | Letter to Monsieur Henri Perrot regarding the properties and availability of Ferodo brake linings. | ||
| View original record | Monsieur Henri Perrot. -2- 9th. June, 1939. The finest lining we know is Ferodo VG.90. This lining has a low co-efficient of friction (μ = 0.3) and it is necessary to design brakes to take it because… | ||
| scan0296 | Acknowledgment of order for one Bentley Back Axle from Ferodo Limited. | ||
| View original record | FERODO LIMITED No. 328. /180. CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH STOCKPORT TELEPHONE CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH 250 TELEGRAMS FRICTION, PHONE, CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH SOLD TO Messrs Rolls Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, Derby… | ||
| scan0297 | Letter from Ferodo regarding the return of a loaned Bentley axle and the retention of brake drums for further testing. | ||
| View original record | 1180 All Communications to be addressed to the Company. FERODO LIMITED TELEPHONE: 250 CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH TELEGRAMS: FRICTION, PHONE, CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH. FERODO REGD. TRADE MARK BRAKE & CLUTCH LININGS… | ||
| scan0298 | Letter from Ferodo confirming delivery and replacement of VG.90 brake linings and servo discs following a meeting. | ||
| View original record | 1180. File. All Communications to be addressed to the Company FERODO LIMITED TELEPHONE: 250 CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH TELEGRAMS: FRICTION, PHONE, CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH. FERODO BRAKE & CLUTCH LININGS CODES:… | ||
| scan0299 | Letter to Ferodo Ltd. regarding an order for VG.90 Servo discs and the enclosure of consignment notes. | ||
| View original record | 1180 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/JBD.10/JH. 13th. June, 1939. Messrs. Ferodo Ltd., Chapel-en-le-Frith. For the attention of Mr. Shilton. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter 12th June with regard… | ||
| scan0300 | Letter to Ferodo Ltd. regarding the supply of sample crankshaft damper discs. | ||
| View original record | 1180 c. By/Ald. Experimental Dept. Rm/AFM.9/MH. 14th. June, 1939. Messrs. Ferodo Ltd., CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH. Your Ref: WES/PW. For the attention of W.E.Shilton, Esq. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your… | ||
| scan0301 | Letter from Ferodo Limited discussing the supply of brake drums, crank shaft dampers, and the manufacturing tolerances of bushes. | ||
| View original record | 1180 All Communications to be addressed to the Company FERODO LIMITED TELEPHONE: 250 CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH TELEGRAMS: FRICTION, PHONE, CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH. CODES: WESTERN UNION FIVE LETTER EDITION,… | ||
| scan0302 | Letter to Ferodo Ltd. about VG.90 discs and brake linings. | ||
| View original record | 1180. EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/JBD.14/JH. 19th. June, 1939. Messrs. Ferodo Ltd., Chapel-en-le-Frith. For the attention of Mr. Shilton. Dear Sirs, We are sending a sample of the VG.90 discs to… | ||
| scan0303 | Letter from Ferodo Limited regarding a delayed servo disc and an order for brake linings. | ||
| View original record | 1180 All Communications to be addressed to the Company. FERODO LIMITED TELEPHONE: 250 CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH TELEGRAMS: FRICTION, PHONE, CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH. FERODO BRAKE & CLUTCH LININGS REGD. TRADE MARK… | ||
| scan0304 | Letter from Ferodo Limited regarding a delivery delay for brake linings and clarification on disc markings. | ||
| View original record | 1180 All Communications to be addressed to the Company FERODO LIMITED TELEPHONE: 250 CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH TELEGRAMS: FRICTION, PHONE, CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH. FERODO BRAKE & CLUTCH LININGS REGD. TRADE MARK… | ||
| scan0305 | Letter to Ferodo Ltd. regarding the manufacture of VG.100 friction discs and difficulties with spark recording methods. | ||
| View original record | 1180 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/JBD.1/JH. 6th. July, 1939. Ferodo' Ltd., Chapel-en-le-Frith. For the attention of Mr. Shilton. Dear Sirs, In confirmation of our telephone conversation of yesterday we… | ||
| scan0306 | Request to order 12 sets of VG.90 brake linings for an experimental Bentley V chassis. | ||
| View original record | 1180 To HPS/WSC. Rm/JBD.2/JH.7.7.39 Will you please order a further 12 sets of VG.90 brake linings for Bentley V. These to be used in experimental chassis. Rm/JBD. | ||
| scan0307 | Letter from Ferodo discussing the manufacture of brake discs, a squeak test rig, and spark marking equipment. | ||
| View original record | 1180 All Communications to be addressed to the Company FERODO LIMITED TELEPHONE: 250 CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH TELEGRAMS: FRICTION, PHONE, CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH. FERODO REGD. TRADE MARK BRAKE & CLUTCH LININGS… | ||
| scan0308 | Letter to Ferodo Ltd. requesting samples of various linings for a display board. | ||
| View original record | 1180 Experimental Dept. Rm/AFM.4/MH. 11th. July, 1939. Messrs. Ferodo Ltd., CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH. For the attention of Mr. Shilton. Dear Sirs, We are wanting to make a display board for hanging in the… | ||
| scan0309 | Letter from Ferodo Limited acknowledging a request for 2 inch square samples for a wall display board. | ||
| View original record | 1180 All Communications to be addressed to the Company. FERODO LIMITED TELEPHONE: 250 CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH (6 LINES) TELEGRAMS: FRICTION, PHONE, CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH. FERODO REGD. TRADE MARK. BRAKE &… | ||
| scan0310 | Letter to Ferodo Ltd. discussing time recording methods and sending them ignition components. | ||
| View original record | 1180 Experimental Dept. Rm/AFM.4/MH. 14th. July, 1939. Messrs. Ferodo Ltd., CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH. For the attention of W.E.Shilton, Esq. Dear Sirs, We are sending you in a separate package F.O.C. a… | ||
| scan0311 | Letter to Messrs. Ferodo Ltd. regarding incorrectly stencilled supplies of RU and RL linings. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Ferodo Ltd. -2- 14th. July, 1939. We are glad to have your confirmation that the supplies of RU and RL linings did arrive here incorrectly stencilled, and we have noticed the error just in… | ||
| scan0312 | Request to send a Delco Ignition Coil and Contact Breaker unit to Messrs. Ferodo Ltd for a test rig. | ||
| View original record | 1180 To Hd/EC. from Rm/AFM. c. D/BF. Rm/AFM.1/MH.15.7.39. Will you please send the Delco Ignition Coil and the Delco Contact Breaker unit herewith to - Messrs. Ferodo Ltd., Chapel-en-le-Frith, for the… | ||
| scan0313 | Letter from Ferodo Limited acknowledging receipt of advice and an ignition coil and contact breaker unit. | ||
| View original record | 1180. All Communications to be addressed to the Company. FERODO LIMITED TELEPHONE: 250 CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH (6 LINES) TELEGRAMS: FRICTION, PHONE, CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH. FERODO REGD. TRADE MARK BRAKE &… | ||
| scan0314 | Letter from Ferodo Limited discussing spark marking on record paper and an error with RU and RL linings. | ||
| View original record | 1180 All Communications to be addressed to the Company. FERODO LIMITED BRAKE & CLUTCH LININGS CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH, STOCKPORT, ENGLAND. TELEPHONE: 250 CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH (6 LINES) TELEGRAMS: FRICTION,… | ||
| scan0315 | Letter from British Eagle Brake Linings Ltd. seeking a meeting to introduce their friction linings. | ||
| View original record | RM / AFM 1180 RELINE & RELAX TELEGRAMS: "BRITEAGLE BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ASTON CROSS 2521 BRITISH EAGLE BRAKE LININGS LTD. DIRECTORS H.R. SHAW (MANAGING DIRECTOR) J.N. GODKIN EAGLE WORKS . DUKE… | ||
| scan0316 | Letter to Ferodo Ltd. concerning a previous supply order error and expressing worry about future mistakes. | ||
| View original record | 1180 Experimental Dept. Rm/AFM.8/MH. 20th. July, 1939. Messrs. Ferodo Ltd., CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH. Your Ref: WES/PW. For the attention of W.E.Shilton, Esq. Dear Sirs, In reply to your letter of 18th.… | ||
| scan0317 | Letter to British Eagle Brake Linings Ltd. declining to test new brake linings. | ||
| View original record | 1180 Experimental Dept. Rm/AFM.7/MH. 21st. July, 1939. British Eagle Brake Linings Ltd., Eagle works, Duke Street, BIRMINGHAM, 4. Your Ref: HRS/EMS. Dear Sirs, In reply to your letter of 19th. July,… | ||
| scan0318 | Letter from Ferodo Limited regarding the supply of RL and RU materials against order No. 75831. | ||
| View original record | 1180 All Communications to be addressed to the Company. FERODO LIMITED TELEPHONE: 250 CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH TELEGRAMS: FRICTION, PHONE, CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH. FERODO REGD. TRADE MARK BRAKE & CLUTCH LININGS… | ||
| scan0319 | Letter from British Eagle Brake Linings Ltd. thanking for a previous letter and hoping to present their materials. | ||
| View original record | RELINE & RELAX TRADE MARK 1180 TELEGRAMS: "BRITEAGLE BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ASTON CROSS 2521 BRITISH EAGLE BRAKE LININGS LTD. DIRECTORS: H. R. SHAW (MANAGING DIRECTOR) J. N. GODKIN EAGLE WORKS, DUKE… | ||
| scan0320 | Comparing brake and lining wear on three different car models fitted with hydraulic front and Girling rear systems. | ||
| View original record | 1180 1029 To Rm/MHR. c. to Rm/AFM. Rm/RD6/JH.23.1.40. Brakes & lining wear. In the attached lists we shew the brake lining wear of 11.B.V. 33.G.VII and 12.B.V. these cars are all fitted up with… | ||
| scan0321 | Analysis of brake wear proportions on a 12.B.V. model with hydraulic front and Girling rear brakes. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/FD.6/JH.23.1.40. Brakes on 12.B.V. Hydraulic front. Girling Rear. The brakes on this car are excellent, remarks have been passed that the front were too efficient, but we disagree with these… | ||
| scan0322 | The testing, adjustment, and wear of the braking system on car 11.B.V. | ||
| View original record | -3- Rm/FD.6/JH.23.1.40. Brakes on 11.B.V. Hydraulic Front, Girling Rear. When Lp. first started running this car the brakes were coupled up direct, and were reported as having too much front braking,… | ||
| scan0323 | Brake wear inspection, noting unequal wear between front and rear brakes and subsequent checks. | ||
| View original record | -4- Rm/FD.6/JH.23.1.40. Since carrying out these repairs we have not adjusted the brakes, but a careful check will be made next time the car comes into the garage. From the figures we have shewn it… | ||
| scan0324 | Report analyzing brake wear tests on a car with hydraulic front and Girling rear brakes. | ||
| View original record | -5- Rm/FD.6/JH.23.1.40. Brakes on 33.G.VII. Hydraulic Front Girling rear. This car is being run by Hs. and his Chauffeur and is an ideal comparative test with customers conditions. We shew below the… | ||
| scan0325 | Request to issue an official order to Ferodo Ltd. for two sets of brake linings. | ||
| View original record | 1180 To Les. c. to G/JWH. Rm/MHR.12/JH.26.1.40. Will you please issue an official order to Messrs. Ferodo Ltd., for 1 complete set of MR. brake linings size 10 1/2" x 2 1/2" x 5/16" and 1 complete set… | ||
| scan0326 | Request to issue an official order to Ferodo Ltd. for servo motor linings and rivets. | ||
| View original record | 1180. To Les. c. to G/JWH. Rm/MHR.11/JH.31.1.40. Will you please issue an official order to Messrs. Ferodo Ltd. for the following servo motor linings. 6 off RU. 6 off BZ 6 off VG.90. Dimensions 6.625"… | ||
| scan0327 | Official order for servo motor linings from Ferodo Ltd. | ||
| View original record | To Les. Copy to G/JWH. Rm/MHR.14/ML.12.2.40. Will you please issue an official order to Messrs. Ferrodo Ltd., for the following servo motor linings:- 6 off RU. 6 off BZ. 6 off VG. 90. Dimensions… | ||
| scan0328 | Request to issue an official order to Ferodo Ltd. for two sets of brake linings. | ||
| View original record | To Les. Copy to G/JWH. Rm/MHR.15/ML.12.2.40. Will you please issue an official order to Messrs Ferodo Ltd., for 1 set of 8 MR brake linings, size 10½" X 2¼" X 5/16". and 1 set of 8 MZ linings to the… | ||
| scan0329 | Request to issue an official order to Messrs. Ferrodo Ltd. for servo motor linings. | ||
| View original record | 1180 To Les. Copy to G/JWH. Rm/MHR.14/ML.12.2.40. Will you please issue an official order to Messrs. Ferrodo Ltd., for the following servo motor linings:- 6 off RU. 6 off BZ. 6 off VG. 90. Dimensions… | ||
| scan0330 | Letter from Automotive Products Company Ltd. regarding the adjustment range for brake linings and the status of wheel cylinder unit drawings. | ||
| View original record | THE BRITISH MADE LOCKHEED HYDRAULIC BRAKING SYSTEM Controllers of European Rights Automotive Products Company Ltd Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. DIRECTORS: E. B. BOUGHTON W. EMMOTT D. T. BROCK… | ||
| scan0331 | Rig testing at Ferodo's and the status of the associated work. | ||
| View original record | To:- Rm. BY/Ed.5/P.20.8.40: RIG TESTING AT FERODO'S. I have just received a letter from Ferodo Ltd., and have answered as per copy attached. I am assuming that work on this job has been temporarily… | ||
| scan0332 | Letter to Vauxhall Motors asking questions about brake liner wear and brake shoe temperature. | ||
| View original record | 1180 Rm/GB.2/ET. Your ref. 289/RRB/EJW. 30th August, 1940. R.R. BISHOP, Esq., Messrs. Vauxhall Motors Ltd., L U T O N. Dear Mr. Bishop, Thanks very much for both of your letters. There was a query on… | ||
| scan0333 | The investigation into abnormal wear of rear brake linings and the effect of cooling systems on various car models. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/MHR. Rm/MHR.1/ET.10.9.40. ABNORMAL WEAR OF REAR BRAKE LININGS. --------------------------------- This fault made itself felt in the first place particularly on the COMET, which, having… | ||
| scan0334 | Tests on brake temperature, cooling efficiency, and the effects of different wheel types. | ||
| View original record | Rm/MHR.1/LT.10.9.40 - 2 - Under conditions of slow heating, calculations from the cooling curves predicted temperatures of 125° C. and 185° C., while in fact they were 115° and 180° C. respectively;… | ||
| scan0335 | Analysis of brake efficiency changes, tests on a Buick Century 8, and conclusions on front/rear braking ratios and overheating. | ||
| View original record | Rm/MHR.1/ET.10.9.40 - 3 - Front wheels 1. Change to pressed steel wheels, 30% drop to 60% efficiency. Rear wheels 2. Change to double discs on wire wheels, 20% frop to 70% efficiency. 3. Decrease of… | ||
| scan0336 | Recommendations for improving cooling to reduce wear, based on temperature analysis. | ||
| View original record | Rm/MHR.1/ET.10.9.40 - 4 - out, subsequent wear may vary with change of temperature well below the burning out temperature of about 250° C.; (e.g. when front temperature is 100° C. and rear temperature… | ||
| scan0337 | Critical review of a test report on brake wear, outlining requirements for future reports. | ||
| View original record | Rm/MHR. from Rm. Rm.13/ML.13.9.40. WEAR ON BRAKES. (Rm/MHR.1/ET.10.9.40.) This report represents the results of a lot of tests but misses the boat due to the way it is served up. The object of a… | ||
| scan0338 | Instructions on the content required for a report, specifically demanding more data and curves. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Cont'd. Rm.13/ML.13.9.40. You must put all your curves in this report. You require about twice as much data as you have in this report, before you can with justification, tell the designers what… | ||
| scan0339 | Letter to Ferodos Ltd. inquiring about the effects of temperature on brake lining wear. | ||
| View original record | J/80 Rm/MHR.3/ET. FERODOS Ltd., Chapel-en-le Frith, Stockport. 16th September 1940. For the attention of Mr. Longley. Dear Sirs, We are very interested in the effects of temperature on brake lining… | ||
| scan0340 | Letter to Ferodo Ltd. discussing brake lining fading, squeaking at 300°C, and requesting further data. | ||
| View original record | 1180 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rn/MHR4/ET. 4th November, 1940. Messrs. Ferodo Ltd., Chapel-en-le-Frith, S T O C K P O R T. For the attention of Mr.W.E. Shilton. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter… | ||
| scan0341 | The position of the rationalised brake system, detailing issues and proposed experiments. | ||
| View original record | 1180 To Rm. from Rm/MHR. Rm/MHR.S/LT.4.11.40. POSITION OF THE RATIONALISED BRAKE SYSTEM. The main items group themselves as follows:- 1. Servo. (a) Judders. (b) Groans and Water Ingress. (c) Oil… | ||
| scan0342 | Analysis of gearbox modifications, oil ingress issues, servo drive improvements, and high brake lining wear. | ||
| View original record | Rm/MHR.S/ET.4.11.40. - 2 - With the latest type of gearbox, one shield is fitted under the oil seal housing, and the other of slightly larger diameter has been sweated on to the spring plate, and also… | ||
| scan0343 | List of suggested experiments concerning vehicle braking systems, including efficiency curves, cooling tests, clearances, handbrakes, and rear equalisers. | ||
| View original record | Rm/MHR.S/ET.4.11.40 - 3 - Suggested experiments are:- I. Efficiency curves for wedge pressures against pedal loads on 1-R-1 and 12-B-V, these two cars representing respectively bad and good rear… | ||
| scan0344 | Plating methods for cast iron liners in aluminium brake drums. | ||
| View original record | 1180 To Rm. from Rm/GB. Copy to Rm/MHR. Rm/GB.7/BT.5.1.41. Mr. Gresham was asked for advice on the best plating for C.I. liners, which are to be cast in aluminium brake drums. Mr. Gresham's first… | ||
| scan0345 | Visit to Ferodos to discuss brake linings, focusing on high-temperature performance and squeak. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/MHR. 1480 8.1.41. VISIT TO FERODOS We discussed brake linings with Mr. Longley, with special reference to high temperatures and squeak. It had been our impression that Martindale's… | ||
| scan0346 | Letter to Messrs. Ferodo Ltd. confirming the arrival of VG.91 brake linings. | ||
| View original record | Rm/MHR.6/ET. 7th February, 1941. 1180 MESSRS. FERODO Ltd., Chapel-en-le-Frith, STOCKPORT. For the attention of Mr. Longley. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of Feb. 3rd and have pleasure in… | ||
| scan0347 | Letter to New Hudsons Ltd. concerning the despatch of brake shoes and linings for fitting. | ||
| View original record | 1180 20th February, 1941. Rm/MHR.3/RH. New Hudsons Ltd., Garrison Lane, BIRMINGHAM.9. Attention of Mr.J.Kimchin. Dear Sirs, We have today despatched 8 brake shoes GB.3748 with 8 linings GB.3760 in… | ||
| scan0348 | Letter to Messrs. New Hudson's Ltd. regarding the despatch of linings and shoes. | ||
| View original record | 1180 27th February, 1941. Rm/MHR.3/RH. Messrs. New Hudson's Ltd., Garrison Lane, BIRMINGHAM. 9. Attention of Mr. Frazer. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 24th. instant and also for your… | ||
| scan0349 | Letter to Ferodo Ltd. requesting the manufacture of 8 brake shoe linings to a specific drawing and material. | ||
| View original record | 1180 Rm/MHR.2/ET. 8th March, 1941. Messrs. FERODO Ltd., Chapel-en-le-Frith, S T O C K P O R T. For the attention of Mr. Longley. Dear Sirs, Will you please have 8 brake shoe linings made to our… | ||
| scan0350 | Design and weight-saving specifications for combined aluminium hubs and drums for B.V. | ||
| View original record | 1180 To Mr/H.H. from Rm/GB. Copy to Rm, Rm/AHR. Rm/GB.9/ET.19.4.41. COMBINED HUBS AND DRUMS IN ALUM. FOR B.V. ------------------------------------ An iron liner has been cast in an alum. drum and run… | ||
| scan0351 | Blueprint of a modified Kelsey Hayes rig for testing a front hub and drum. | ||
| View original record | THIS ROTATES AT 30 R.P.M WEIGHT MODIFIED KELSEY HAYES RIG FOR TESTING FRONT HUB & DRUM. Rm/G.B. 19/4/41 | ||
| scan0352 | Blueprint drawing of a combined hub and drum in aluminium. | ||
| View original record | COMBINED HUB & DRUM IN ALUM SQ. HD BOLT. TO BE DRIVE FIT IN HUB 7/16" 3 1/2" DIA 2 7/8" DIA. 4 1/8" DIA. | ||
| scan0353 | Dimensional change on the drawing for a brake drum liner. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/HH. from Rm/GB. Copy to Rm. Rm/MHR. Re: LINER - BRAKE DRUM - RG.2260. Will you please change the .35" length of 12.470" diameter on this drawing to 12.425" - 10. This is necessary to provide… | ||
| scan0354 | Requesting a dimension change on the drawing for the liner brake drum RG.2260. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/HH. from Rm/GB. Copy to Rm. Rm/MHR. 1180 Rm/GB.4/ET.3.5.41. Re: LINER - BRAKE DRUM - RG.2260. ----------------------------------------- Will you please change the .35" length of 12.470" diameter… | ||
| scan0355 | Letter to Price's Lubricants Ltd. clarifying that Belmoline R.B. Grease is not used on the Merlin engine. | ||
| View original record | 1185 See also 1225 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. 2nd October 1940. Rm/FJH.3/ET. Your ref. JWGB/VHG T.D. Messrs. Price's Lubricants Ltd., Belmont Works, Battersea, LONDON S.W. 11. Attention J.W.G.Brooker… | ||
| scan0356 | Confirming receipt of two sample tins of Belmoline H.M.P. grease from Price's Lubricants Ltd. | ||
| View original record | To Roy from Rm/RJH. Copy to C/JWH. We recently wrote to Messrs. Price's Lubricants Ltd. for two sample tins of Belmoline H.M.P. grease for dispatch to America. We have now received these samples, each… | ||