Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Letter from the Royal Aircraft Establishment returning charts, blueprints and photographs. | ||
| View original record | 1204 G.16/889. When Telephoning with regard to this letter please ask for Extension Number 46. TELEGRAMS: Ballooning, South Farnborough. TELEPHONE: 361 Aldershot. All Stores to be addressed:– R.A.E.… | ||
| scan0002 | The creation of a standardised form for recording quarterly complaints. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To Rm. from Hs. Hs.15/KW.2.11.36. Quarterly Complaints. I have written to all the Service Station Managers, telling them that at an early date we will have a meeting at Derby with all of them, to… | ||
| scan0003 | Cancelling an order number and re-booking work for a Merlin F/1 No.1 engine test to a new order number. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To RS. From HPS/WO. c. EH. AS. IM. c. EM. BC. RM. c. CEP. JR. AM. c. LT/JSO. HPS/WO.2/WFC.7.11.36. Will all concerned please note that order number 55344 which appears on the latest order number… | ||
| scan0004 | To Superintendents and Foremen regarding AEM's exclusive work with the Efficiency and Sub-contract Departments. | ||
| View original record | Rhm GRY 1204. All Superintendents & Foremen. Sft6/BH.9.11.36. Will you please note that from this date, AEM. will be dealing exclusively with work in connection with the Efficiency and Sub-contract… | ||
| scan0005 | Suggestion to use a smaller cutter for milling oil grooves in ball pads to reduce rejects. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/JBD. Rm/JBD.8/AP.13.11.36. Re the suggestion by C.E.Wheldon, Check No.2008 in the Boys' Mill Inspection. I saw Mr.Wheldon and discussed his suggestion to use a smaller cutter when… | ||
| scan0006 | Short memo confirming Lord Herbert Scott's proposed visit to the Works. | ||
| View original record | 1204. To D. Hy. C. E. By. Rg. Lr. Sft. Rm. RHC. EP. Mx. Roy. Hs.6/KW.13.11.36. Lord Herbert Scott proposes to come to the Works on Tuesday November 24th. Hs. | ||
| scan0007 | The purchase of one tester vibrograph from Askania-Werke A.G. | ||
| View original record | 1204. To Roy. from Rm. c. to Hs. Rm.9/AP.16.11.36. Will you please order for us from Askania-Werke A.G. one tester vibrograph, as illustrated on Page 15. of the attached catalogue. From their Invoice… | ||
| scan0008 | Ownership of gland washers and a punch, and the re-use of two filter gauges. | ||
| View original record | 1204. To Rm/Swdl. from Rm. Rm.7/AP.16.11.36. The attached gland washers and punch appeared in the Office. Will you please find out to whom they belong and any other particulars. Also herewith two… | ||
| scan0009 | The successful testing of oil-less bushes and suggesting their potential use for brake camshaft bearings. | ||
| View original record | 1204. To Rm/AFM from Rm. Rm.5/AP.16.11.36. GWH. has handed to me the two attached oil-less bushes which he states has done 30,000 miles on a car without any appreciable wear. These were run by… | ||
| scan0010 | From Rm to Hs regarding a suggestion by C.E. Wheldon, with attached comments from JBD. | ||
| View original record | 1204. Hs. from Rm. Rm2/R.17.11.36. Re: Suggestion by C.E. Wheldon. Attached is comment from JBD. on Wheldon's suggestion. Rm. | ||
| scan0011 | Letter to 'The Autocar' magazine inquiring about their methods for determining stopping distance during road tests. | ||
| View original record | 1204. Rm/AFM.3/AP. Experimental Dept. 18th November 1936. The Autocar, Dorset House, Stamford Street, LONDON S.E.1. Dear Sirs, Autocar Road Tests. We have been wondering what method you use to… | ||
| scan0012 | Request to arrange a factory tour for Major Sullivan-Tailyour, 3 officers, and 10 N.C.O's. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Hs. from Rm. Rm11/R.18.11.36. Major Sullivan-Tailyour, Commanding Officer at the Barracks, has asked me whether it would be possible to arrange for 3 officers and 10 N.C.O's to be shown round the… | ||
| scan0013 | Confirming arrangements for a tour of the works for officers and N.C.O's from Derby Barracks. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Hs. 1204 Hs.7/KW.19.11.36. Rm.11/R.18.11.36. We shall be pleased to arrange for 3 officers and 10 N.C.O's from the Derby Barracks to be conducted round the Works on December 10th, starting… | ||
| scan0014 | Letter confirming arrangements for a guided tour of the Works for a party from Normanton Barracks. | ||
| View original record | 1286 (Experimental Dept.) Rm8/R. 20th November. 1936. Major Sullivan-Tailyour, C.O's House, Normanton Barracks, D E R B Y. Dear Major Sullivan-Tailyour, With reference to your request that a party of… | ||
| scan0015 | Letter from a registrar regarding a misdirected communication and identifying the likely intended recipient. | ||
| View original record | C. BARTHOLOMEW (LONDON) LIMITED. 1204 REGISTERED OFFICES: 37, WALBROOK, E.C.4. DIRECTORS: T. H. PHILLIPS, O.B.E. W. BARTHOLOMEW. J. ALLEN. R. C. MOIR. Transfer Agents and Registrars. HATFIELD, DIXON &… | ||
| scan0016 | Invitation to a luncheon for various personnel. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To Hy. D. E. By. Rg. Sft. RHC. Lr. Wd. Rm. G. EP. Mx. Bn. Da. Roy. Ws. Hd. c. to Ky. Hs.1/KW.23.11.36. Lord Herbert Scott and Sg. wish you to join them for Lunch at one o'clock to-morrow, the… | ||
| scan0017 | Letter from 'The Autocar' magazine detailing their method for testing car braking distances. | ||
| View original record | 1204 MARTINDALE The Autocar The Leading Motoring Journal PROPRIETORS: ILIFFE & SONS LTD. Telegrams: AUTOCARS, SEDIST, LONDON. AUTOPRESS, BIRMINGHAM. AUTOCAR, COVENTRY. ILIFFE, MANCHESTER. ILIFFE,… | ||
| scan0018 | Request to printers for a map of the world. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Rm.14/AP. Experimental Department 24th November 1936. Messrs John Bartholomew & Co.Ltd., Printers, EDINBURGH. Dear Sirs, We wish to obtain a map of the world, somewhere about 3ft. X 5ft. in… | ||
| scan0019 | Introducing a new 'Foreman's Report of Accident to Workman' form and instructing the destruction of old copies. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Mr. Rm. RHC/JMW.2/INT.21.11.36. FOREMAN'S REPORT OF ACCIDENT TO WORKMAN. We attach copy of new form in connection with the above which we shall be glad if you will use in future. Please arrange… | ||
| scan0020 | Blank form for a foreman's report of an accident to a workman. | ||
| View original record | FOREMAN'S REPORT OF ACCIDENT TO WORKMAN Name of injured person___________________________________ Check No.______________ Occupation_____________________________________________… | ||
| scan0021 | Requesting the installation of fog lamps on a list of specified cars. | ||
| View original record | 8/1204. To Rm/Wst. Rm/FD.3/JH.23.11.36. Fog Lamps. We should very much appreciate fog lamps on the following cars. 5-B-IV. GAE-20. 3-B-IV. 4-B-IV. 29-EX switch not connected. Rm/F.Dodd. | ||
| scan0022 | Customer objection to the new instrument board light switch on the Phantom III model. | ||
| View original record | 1204 E. from Rm. c. to Hs. c. to E. c. to By. c. to Wst. Rm7/R.25.11.36. INSTRUMENT BOARD LIGHT - P.III. From the customer's point of view we have one definite objection to the new type of switch,… | ||
| scan0023 | Approving the 'Seapak' material sample for use in silencers. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To RHC/JMW. from Rm/FD. Rm/FD.37/AP.26.11.36. With reference to the sample of Seapak made up to suit a 25/30 HP. dashboard supplied by Mr.Akers to us. We are quite satisfied that this grade of… | ||
| scan0024 | Offer to purchase a scrapped Rudge-Whitworth experimental unit. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To D/BP. from Rm/Ed. Rm/ED.6/AP.27.11.36. RE. RUDGE-WHITWORTH EXPERIMENTAL UNIT This unit having been scrapped and finished with, I should like to purchase it, and accessories, for which I offer… | ||
| scan0025 | Overtime for an urgent nickel plating job and the associated order number. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To Mr.Pendlebury. from Rm/Wym. Rm/Wym.13/AP.27.11.36. We understand from Mr.Aspley of the Laboratory, that one of your men had to work an hour overtime last night to complete an urgent nickel… | ||
| scan0026 | Letter to John Bartholomew & Son Ltd. returning a sectioned map and ordering a new wall map of the world. | ||
| View original record | 1204. (Experimental Dept.) Rm9/R. 27th November, 1936. Messrs. John Bartholomew & Son Ltd., The Geographical Institute, 12, Duncan Street, EDINBURGH. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of the 25th… | ||
| scan0027 | Internal request to order a map of the world from Messrs. John Bartholomew & Son Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 120 4 . Roy. from Rm. Rm10/R.27.11.36. Will you please order from:- Messrs. John Bartholomew & Son Ltd., The Geographical Institute, 12 Duncan Street, EDINBURGH, one map of the World on Mercator's… | ||
| scan0028 | Letter from a geographical publisher regarding the dispatch of a Mercator chart and a Route chart of the world. | ||
| View original record | JOHN BARTHOLOMEW & SON LTD. GEOGRAPHICAL EDITORS, PRINTERS AND PUBLISHERS Telephone: Edinburgh 41911. Telegrams: Bartholomew, Edinburgh. The Geographical Institute, 12 Duncan Street, Edinburgh, 9… | ||
| scan0029 | Suggesting discussion points and an agenda composition method for a proposed Depot Officials' Meeting. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To Hs. from Rm. Rm.31/AP.27.11.36. Herewith a few points which suggest themselves as being useful material for discussion when the proposed Depot Officials' Meeting materializes. We suggest those… | ||
| scan0030 | Agenda for a service station meeting regarding customer complaints, department communication, and policy. | ||
| View original record | AGENDA FOR SERVICE STATION MEETING 27.11.36. 1. Are all concerned satisfied the existing arrangements are the best that can be made for producing satisfied customers.? 2. What are the four worst… | ||
| scan0031 | Suitability of a specific type of union, referencing another document and drawing. | ||
| View original record | 1204 By. c. to E. c. to Sft. Rm13/R.20.11.36. Referring to Sft2/MW.9.11.36. and drawing WKS.198, we see no objection to this type of union in a position where it will not be disturbed by anybody… | ||
| scan0032 | Announcing the proposed visit of Mr. Arthur Nutt of Wright Aeronautical Corporation to Derby. | ||
| View original record | To E. Eg. Lr. Wd. Rm. 1204 Hs.4/LW.27.11.36. Mr. Arthur Nutt, of the Wright Aeronautical Corporation, proposes to come to Derby on Tuesday next, December 1st. Hs. | ||
| scan0033 | Announcement of the appointment of Mr. Hugh K.M. Kindersley to the Board of Directors. | ||
| View original record | 1204 TO: Rm. D1/DL28.11.36. The Chairman and Directors of Rolls-Royce Limited have appointed Mr.Hugh K.M.Kindersley, Managing Director of Messrs.Lazard Bros. & Co.Ltd., to fill the vacancy on the… | ||
| scan0034 | Inviting staff to lunch with Mr. Arthur Nutt of the Curtiss-Wright Aeronautical Corporation. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To E. Rg. Hy. Sft. Bn. Lr. Wd. Rm. LoV. c. to Ky. Hs.6/KW.29.11.36. I shall be glad if you will have lunch with Mr. Arthur Nutt, of the Curtiss-Wright Aeronautical Corporation, U.S.A., on Tuesday… | ||
| scan0035 | Letter from Standard Garage Co. seeking advice on fitting valve seats to a custom twin-cam cylinder head. | ||
| View original record | 1204 PRIVATE & CONFIDENTIAL. Customers' Cars are driven by our Staff at Owners' own Risk and Responsibility. STANDARD GARAGE CO. Proprietors: W. PARNELL, M.I.M.T., A.M. Inst.B.E. R. PARNELL. ALFRETON… | ||
| scan0036 | Location of the instrument board light switch on the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | γ1204 Rm. c. Hs. By. Wst. By/RD. E.2/HP.1.12.36. Instrument Board Light - Phantom III. Referring to your memo Rm.7/R.25.11.36, we agree there is some difficulty in finding the instrument board light… | ||
| scan0037 | Leaking oil level indicator float on the Phantom III chassis, highlighting a discrepancy between the one-piece design drawing and the manufactured soldered-base part. | ||
| View original record | Swell Peder 1204 RHC. Rm. B.Y. RHC/TVT.1/IB.1.12.36. PHANTOM III CHASSIS re. Leaking Oil Level Indicator Float. We have taken this matter up with both the Drawing Office and our Inspection, why this… | ||
| scan0038 | Internal memorandum regarding a change in working hours for an employee in the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | 1204 G/M1. from Rm. c. to Hs. Rm5/R.2.12.36. Will you please note that for the convenience of work in the Experimental Dept., we are arranging for Miss Perkin, Check No.1061, to come in at 8.30 in the… | ||
| scan0039 | Visits to outside firms and the confidentiality surrounding the new 'Wraith' model. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To Rm/Gry. Rm/FD. Rm/Les. Rm/Wym. Rm/Smth. Rm/Mths. Rm/AFM. Rm/Swdl. Rm/FJH. Rm/Cts. Rm/Std. Rm/GR. Rm/Wst. Rm/JBD. Rmll/R.4.12.36. Will all concerned make a note to let me know when they propose… | ||
| scan0040 | Letter from Thomson & Taylor requesting permission to translate a paper on liquid-cooled aero engines for a firm considering licensed production. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: BYFLEET 520 & 521 TELEGRAMS: TEEANTEE, BYFLEET RAILTON Cars ALSO AT PORTSMOUTH ROAD COBHAM SURREY COBHAM 85 THOMSON & TAYLOR (BROOKLANDS) LTD BROOKLANDS TRACK WEYBRIDGE SURREY (CHIEF… | ||
| scan0041 | Letter to a garage declining to fit valve seat inserts and detailing the use of bronze or N.M.C. screwed seats. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Experimental Department 2nd. December 1936. Rm.21/AP. The Standard Garage Co., Alfreton Road, DERBY Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 30th ult., and regret to say we are not in a… | ||
| scan0042 | Letter to the Institution of Automobile Engineers returning a corrected report on a paper by Mr. E.W. Sismans. | ||
| View original record | H204 Experimental Department 4th December 1936. Rm/AFM.12/AP. The Institution of Automobile Engineers, Watergate House, York Buildings, Adelphi, LONDON W.C.2. For the attention of Mr.B.G.Robbins. Dear… | ||
| scan0043 | Letter from the Institution of Automobile Engineers requesting a review of a discussion transcript. | ||
| View original record | The Institution of Automobile Engineers. Watergate House, York Buildings, Adelphi, London, W.C.2. TELEPHONE. TEMPLE BAR {5025. 5026. TELEGRAMS. "AUTINST, RAND, LONDON." IAE A. Martindale, Esq.,… | ||
| scan0044 | Letter to the Works Manager requesting to submit two patent specifications for consideration. | ||
| View original record | 5-A Stanley Crescent, Kensington Park Gardens, London, W.11. Rm y. 26.11.36. The Works Manager Rolls Royce Ltd, Derby. Dear Sir I write to ask if you will kindly allow me to send for your… | ||
| scan0045 | Letter from G.E. Jukes describing two devices, a 'Fog-Tube' and a 'Fog-Design', to aid driving in fog. | ||
| View original record | and printed and the other a Patent for which I have applied. Both devices are for use in fog and help to ameliorate drivers' difficulties, though even together they do not completely solve the problem… | ||
| scan0046 | Letter replying to an individual about their fog light patents, suggesting submission to the lamp manufacturer Lucas. | ||
| View original record | P.D. 1204 Experimental Department 4th December 1936. Rm.4/AP. Mr.G.E.Jukes., 5a. Stanley Crescent, Kensington Park Gardens, LONDON W.11. Dear Sir, Replying to your letter of the 26th ult., we suggest… | ||
| scan0047 | Letter from the Experimental Department regarding the translation of Mr. Wood's paper into Italian. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Experimental Department 4th December 1936. Rm.9/AP. A.C.Sampietro Esq., Messrs Thomson & Taylor (Brooklands) Ltd., Brooklands Track, Weybridge, SURREY. Dear Mr.Sampietro, We have no objection to… | ||
| scan0048 | Internal request to order 3 boxes of perforated gummed slips. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To Roy/EAB. Rm.10/JH.5.12.36. Will you please order 3 boxes of perforated gummed slips. No.115A, as per sample attached. Rm. | ||
| scan0049 | List of sparking plugs fitted to various experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | 1204 SPARKING PLUGS ON EXPERIMENTAL CARS. 8.12.36. 30-EX. Champion NA/8. 32-EX. Champion NA.8. Exh.side. Bosch W.145.TI. Inl.side. 33-EX. Lodge X546 -EX. Lodge X546. RL.14. Fitted alternatively.… | ||
| scan0050 | Assigning responsibility for sparking plugs on experimental cars to W. Brazier. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To Rm. Rm/FD.8/JH.8.12.36. We have made W.Brazier responsible for sparking plugs on Experimental cars and he is working in with Wst/.R.Swindall. Rm/F.Dodd. | ||
| scan0051 | Letter from Thomson & Taylor Ltd to Mr. Robotham regarding permission to translate Mr. Wood's paper and offering assistance with translations. | ||
| View original record | 1204 TELEPHONE BYFLEET 520 & 521 TELEGRAMS TEEANTEE, BYFLEET RAILTON Cars ALSO AT PORTSMOUTH ROAD COBHAM SURREY COBHAM 85 THOMSON & TAYLOR (BROOKLANDS) LTD BROOKLANDS TRACK WEYBRIDGE SURREY (CHIEF… | ||
| scan0052 | Order for five Dominion Royal Master tyres for experimental purposes. | ||
| View original record | To Roy c. to G/JWH. Rm/FD.10/JH.9.12.36. Will you please order :- 5 7 x 18 Dominion Royal Master tyre with Centipede grip. These are required for experimental purposes and should be charged to order… | ||
| scan0053 | Monthly log of vehicle oil consumption, tracking mileage and oil added to calculate MPG. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Re: Oil Consumption. - - - - - - - - 3-AZ-38 - Ph. 111. - - - - - - - - AUGUST. Speedo reading. oil added. 1060. 1 qrt. 1121. 1 qrt. 1740. 4 qrts. 2303. 2 qrts. Miles for month - 1367 to 2 galls… | ||
| scan0054 | Record of oil consumption and mileage calculations over several months. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Re: Oil Consumption. --------- 3-AZ-22 - Ph. 111. --------- [underline]AUGUST.[/underline] [underline]Speedo reading.[/underline] [underline]oil added.[/underline] 263. 1 qrt. 579. 1 qrt. 836. 1… | ||
| scan0055 | Log of oil consumption for a GUL 1 - 25/30 HP vehicle, detailing mileage and oil additions. | ||
| View original record | Rm 1204 Re: Oil Consumption. ----------- GUL 1 - 25/30 h.p. ----------- JULY. Speedo reading. oil added. 622. 1 qrt. 898. 1 qrt. 1036. 1 qrt. 1336. 1 qrt. 1501. 1 qrt. 1826. 1 qrt. 1906. 1 qrt. 2200.… | ||
| scan0056 | Log of oil consumption and related maintenance over several months, including calculations for miles per gallon. | ||
| View original record | G.W.69/32 - 1 Jul Car away in France during this Month. OCTOBER. 8497. oil changed. 8895. 2½ pints added. Miles = 398 to 2½ pints of oil = 1272 m.p.g. NOVEMBER. 9252. 1 qrt. Note taken of consumption,… | ||
| scan0057 | Log tracking oil consumption and miles per gallon for a 25/30 HP vehicle, chassis GUL 82. | ||
| View original record | Rm 1204 Re: Oil. Consumption. GUL 82- 25/30 h.p. MAY. Speedo reading. oil added. 1497. 7 pts. 2343. 2 qts. 2615. 1 qrt. 2735. 3 pts. 2933. 1 qrt. 3302. 1 qrt. 3862. 1 qrt. 3995. 3 pts. Miles for month… | ||
| scan0058 | Log detailing monthly vehicle mileage and oil consumption with calculated miles per gallon. | ||
| View original record | AUGUST. 10031. 1 qrt. 10362. 1 qrt. 10388. 1 qrt. 10562. 1 qrt. 11154. 1 qrt. 11473. 1 qrt. 11801. 1 qrt. 12090. 1 qrt. Miles for month 2162 to 2 galls of oil = 1031 m.p.g. SEPTEMBER. 12516. 2 qrts.… | ||
| scan0059 | Issues with Phantom III starter motor rings, including armature fouling and potential damage. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Rm/Wst. from Rm. Rm10/R.9.12.36. P.III STARTER MOTOR RINGS. During the discussion with Sg. the other day, the question of P.III Starter Rings came up, and we told Sg. that in the case of… | ||
| scan0060 | Recommendations for chassis work following a U.S.A. visit in May/June 1936. | ||
| View original record | 1204. [Handwritten] Grey Have you seen the over drive unit mentioned. Will it easily go on one of our cars. Rm. [Handwritten] Sg. and Hs. from E. [Handwritten] c. Rm. By. Da. Psn. [Handwritten]… | ||
| scan0061 | List of recommendations and tests for various automotive components and systems, including tyres, shock absorbers, and carburettors. | ||
| View original record | (2) developing cast iron camshafts and arrangements are being made for some rig tests of a cast iron cam in conjunction with our valve gear. (5) Development of Independent Rear Wheel Suspension… | ||
| scan0062 | Recommendation to test flexible piping and rig a Pierce Arrow overdrive unit onto a car. | ||
| View original record | (3) flexible piping be tested. Not only is it probable that this piping would be considerably cheaper than the armoured hose that we use at present, but it might be possible to do away with the… | ||
| scan0063 | Complaints and subsequent test results for faulty K.L.G. sparking plugs on Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | 1204. To Rm. From Rm/Br. c.c. to Wst. Rm/Br.6/AP.14.12.36. BENTLEY SPARKING PLUG COMPLAINTS. The K.L.G. sparking plugs which have been returned to us as faulty, have been tested with results as… | ||
| scan0064 | Testing faulty K.L.G. sparking plugs from Bentley cars experiencing misfiring. | ||
| View original record | 1204. To Rm. From Rm/Br. c. to Wst. Rm/Br.6/AP.14.12.36. BENTLEY SPARKING PLUG COMPLAINTS. The K.L.G. sparking plugs which have been returned to us as faulty, have been tested with results as… | ||
| scan0065 | Request for drawings from Mr. Marcus W. Bourdon. | ||
| View original record | S/W HS. from Bkl. [Stamp: HS 15 DEC 1936] 1204, Bkl.1/15.12.36 Marcus W. Bourdon. The above is a good friend of the Company, and you will see from his letter attached that he is asking for some… | ||
| scan0066 | Request to supply the Experimental Garage with a new set of self-adjusting tappet gear for a Phantom III for cold starting tests. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To HPS. from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.2/AP.16.12.36. PHANTOM III Will you please supply the Experimental Garage (F.Dodd) with a complete new set of self adjusting tappet gear including the following - 1.… | ||
| scan0067 | Announcing the transfer of Mr. Thornton to Sft's Staff. | ||
| View original record | Rm 1204. To All Officials, Superintendents and Foremen. Hs.17/KW.16.12.36. EP. has generously agreed to transfer Mr. Thornton to Sft's Staff on January 1st, 1937. Hs. | ||
| scan0068 | Request to supply dusk boards to Shardlow Garage for men working at the bench. | ||
| View original record | 1204. To EJJ. Rm/AFM.14/JH.16.12.36. Will you please supply to Shardlow Garage two 6' 0" lengths of dusk boards 3' 0" wide and between 2" and 3" high. These are wanted for men to stand on when working… | ||
| scan0069 | Delays in receiving drawing office details for chassis schemes and requesting comments on how to proceed. | ||
| View original record | 1204. To Rm. from HPS/WSC. HIS/WSC.1/BA.16.12.36. Chassis. We have just received D. O. details for the undermentioned schemes, would you please let us know if you would like us to proceed with same,… | ||
| scan0070 | From Rm. to HPS requesting scheme N. Sch.4918 Phantom III and confirming the urgency of two other schemes. | ||
| View original record | 1204 HPS. from Rm. Rm14/R.18.12.36. HPS/WSC.1/BA.16.12.36. We require N. Sch.4918 P.III as soon as possible. We are going into the urgency of the other two schemes you mention. Rm. | ||
| scan0071 | Request to order 5 gallons of Silkolene Engine Oil XL Grade for personal use. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To D/BP. from Rm/Ed. c. to G/Mt. Rm/Ed.12/AP.18.12.36. Will you please order 5 gallons of Silkoline Engine Oil XL. Grade for my own use. Rm/J.L.Edwards. | ||
| scan0072 | To superintendents rescinding a previous instruction regarding Christmas holiday work shifts for certain workers. | ||
| View original record | P/m 1204 To All Superintendents. Sft/JMW.1/HMG.19.12.36. With reference to memo' Sft/JMW3/MW.11.12.36 reading as follows.- "Will you please note that it has been decided that men working on the night… | ||
| scan0073 | Delivery note from The British Oxygen Co Ltd for 2 litres of Liquid Air and the return of one empty container. | ||
| View original record | DELIVERY NOTE. 1204 No. 20377 The BRITISH OXYGEN Co LD DUKE STREET - DERBY. Your Order No. 'phone. Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, Derby. Deliver to the above address. Conveyance Your… | ||
| scan0074 | Requesting to book in two sponges and two leathers obtained by hand. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To G/Mt. Rm/RD.5/JH.21.12.36. Please book in the 2 sponges & 2 leathers as per attached memo. These were obtained by hand direct. Rm/F.Dodd. | ||
| scan0075 | Declining a request for complete engine arrangement drawings for the 4¼ Litre Bentley and Phantom III, offering alternative diagrams and photos instead. | ||
| View original record | 1204. W/S. To Bkl. from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.5/AP.21.12.36. In reply to your memo Bkl.1/15.12.36., we are sorry to say that we cannot completely cover the request of Mr.Bourdon with regard to prints of… | ||
| scan0076 | Questioning by customs officials in Boulogne regarding an extended stay in France with car 22.G.V. | ||
| View original record | 1204 W/P. Sr/M. Goumere. c. to GWH. re 22.G.V. Rm/HFH6/R.22.12.36. On our return to England with the above car, we were detained at the Customs Offices at Boulogne. The car has been in France for 8… | ||
| scan0077 | Order for a piece of plate glass for an experimental test. | ||
| View original record | 1284 To D/BP. from Rm/GR. c. to G/Mt. Please order one piece of ¼" plate glass 28" X 23¼" for Rm/G.Ratcliffe. Check No.2409. Experimental Test. Rm/GR. | ||
| scan0078 | The performance and condition of Champion and K.L.G. sparking plugs after extensive mileage. | ||
| View original record | 1204. To Rm. c. to Wst. 23.12.36. 22-G-V Sparking Plugs. The car has returned from France with Champion L.B. 10 sparking Plugs fitted. These have completed 6,539 miles without complaint from the… | ||
| scan0079 | Short internal memo requesting the return of Mr. Bourdon's letter. | ||
| View original record | Swdl. 1204 S/W Rm/Swdl..from Bkl. Bkl.1/23.12.36 Thanks for your Rm/Swdl.5/AP.21.12.36. Will you please return to me Mr. Bourdon's letter. Bkl. | ||
| scan0080 | Letter from Thomson & Taylor regarding a translation of a paper and a trip to Milan. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: BYFLEET 520 & 521 TELEGRAMS: TEEANTEE, BYFLEET RAILTON Cars THOMSON & TAYLOR (BROOKLANDS) LTD BROOKLANDS TRACK WEYBRIDGE SURREY (CHIEF ENGINEER REID A. RAILTON) . . ALSO AT . . PORTSMOUTH… | ||
| scan0081 | The performance and testing of Champion and K.L.G. spark plugs. | ||
| View original record | 12 O/hp To Rm. c.c. to Wst. 23.12.36. 22-G-V Sparking Plugs. The car has returned from France with Champion L.B. 10 sparking Plugs fitted. These have completed 6,539 miles without complaint from the… | ||
| scan0082 | To Superintendents and Foremen regarding procedures for week-end and holiday work. | ||
| View original record | Dm To all Superintendents and Foremen - from Hs. 1204. Hs.7/KW.24.12.36. WEEK-END AND HOLIDAY WORK. When and where week-end and holiday work is necessary, ample warning must be given to Mr. Peskett so… | ||
| scan0083 | Requesting a specific lubricant for building up Girling brakes on Bentley II and III vehicles. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Roy. from Rm/AFM. c. to G/JWH. c. to HPS. Rm/AFM5/R.29.12.36. LUBRICANT FOR GIRLING BRAKES. Will you please obtain a 7 lb tin of Duckham's Keenol KG.24. The Experimental Fitting Shop requires… | ||
| scan0084 | The performance and failure of 12 Champion Long Reach N.A.9 sparking plugs from engine 36-EX. | ||
| View original record | 1204. To Rm. C.c. to Wst. Rm/WB.2/JH.30.12.36. Champion Sparking Plugs. We have removed 12 Champion Long Reach N.A.9. sparking plugs from the engine of 36-EX. These plugs were fitted to the exhaust… | ||
| scan0085 | To all Superintendents and Foremen announcing the appointment of Mr. Thornton as Chief of Staff. | ||
| View original record | 120H. Rm All Superintendents & Foremen. Sftl/BH.30.12.36. Mr. Thornton (Sft/Thn) has been appointed as my Chief of Staff, and in this capacity will act as my assistant on all work which is the… | ||
| scan0086 | The failure and inspection of Champion Sparking Plugs from engine 36-EX. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To Rm. c. to Wst. Rm/WB.2/JH.30.12.36. Champion Sparking Plugs. We have removed 12 Champion Long Reach N.A.9. sparking plugs from the engine of 36-EX. These plugs were fitted to the exhaust side… | ||
| scan0087 | Note listing eight points related to a Bentley chassis test. | ||
| View original record | FILE. 1204 30.12.36. Bentley - Note Given to By. Chassis on Test June 15th. (1) Bearings. Hold up. Just sufficient to keep production going. (2) Wraith Prop. shafft and prop. shaft damper. Hub and… | ||
| scan0088 | The timing of trunk calls between London and Derby. | ||
| View original record | 1204. TO: Rm. D1/DL4.1.37. Sg requests that the following be circulated : "Please bear in mind that trunk calls between London and Derby should, whenever possible, be confined to the special… | ||
| scan0089 | Press tests of a 25/30 HP Close Coupled Saloon car for 'Autocar' and 'Motor' magazines. | ||
| View original record | S/W (Rm). 1204 Cxll/ES.5.1.37. 'Autocar' and 'Motor' Tests on R.R. Cars. GUL 1. Please note that the 'Motor' are having our 25/30 HP. Close Coupled Saloon car for a Press run and write-up in the… | ||
| scan0090 | Order for six rolls of paper for a chronograph from the Cambridge Instrument Co. | ||
| View original record | 120H Roy. from Rm/AFM. c. to HPS/WB. Rm/AFM1/R.6.1.37. Will you please order from the Cambridge Instrument Co. six rolls of paper for their chronograph, No.C.48591; the width of the paper is 1". Will… | ||
| scan0091 | Requesting car GUL-1 be brought to Derby for brake system adjustments. | ||
| View original record | 1204. W/S. Cx. from Rm. Rm12/R.6.1.37. 'Motor' Tests - GUL-1. Cx11/ES.5.1.37. We should like to have this car at Derby next week in order to go over the brake system. The necessary adjustments should… | ||
| scan0092 | Reassigning responsibilities for chassis testing due to increased aero engine production. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. from Hs. c.c. to Sg. c.c. to C. Ex. E. By. ANC. (Rm.) Mr. JLE. 1204. Hs.1/IW.6.1.37. Confirming our conversation, owing to the greatly increased Aero production testing, which carries with it… | ||
| scan0093 | Letter of thanks to A.C. Sampietro for the Italian translation of Mr. Wood's paper. | ||
| View original record | 1204 (Experimental Dept.) Rm1/R. 7th January, 1937. A.C. Sampietro, Esq., Gallia Palace Hotel, Milan, ITALY. Dear Mr. Sampietro, Many thanks for the Italian translation of Mr. Wood's paper which quite… | ||
| scan0094 | Extract from 'Automobile Topics' detailing AAA repair figures and statistics. | ||
| View original record | S/W....Hs. -> Rm. 1204. C1/C8.1.37 The following is an interesting paragraph of statistics which I have extracted from "Automobile Topics" (an American paper) of April 13th last:- "AAA REPAIR FIGURES.… | ||
| scan0095 | Private internal memo regarding the correct circulation procedure for experimental memos. | ||
| View original record | 1204 PRIVATE. Rm/GWH. from Rm. c. to Hs. Rm3/R8.1.37. Referring to GWH/I/JAB.6.1.37. on 6.B.IV., we note that a copy of this memo was sent direct to Sg. We do not agree with this procedure. We know… | ||
| scan0096 | Letter from Thomson & Taylor (Brooklands) Ltd. regarding a translated paper. | ||
| View original record | -RAILTON CARS- CARS DRIVEN BY OUR STAFF AT CUSTOMERS' OWN RISK AND RESPONSIBILITY. THOMSON & TAYLOR (BROOKLANDS) LTD. AUTOMOBILE ENGINEERS WORKS AND SHOWROOMS— BROOKLANDS TRACK WEYBRIDGE, SURREY.… | ||
| scan0097 | Arrangements for car GUL-1 to be sent for 'Motor' Tests, including driver logistics. | ||
| View original record | MACTINDALE X 1204. Please look after this car. Rm S/W. Rm. re- "Motor" Tests - GUL-1. Cx7/KW 8.1.37. In reply to Rml2/R6.1.37, this car is coming to you from London on Tuesday morning next, and will… | ||
| scan0098 | Internal memorandum announcing organisational changes to the Rate Fixing Department. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To All Officials & Superintendents. Hs.10/KW.9.1.37. Rm RATE FIXING DEPT. This Department will in future have the office recently vacated by D/BP. (Shipping Office). G. has agreed to release Mr.… | ||
| scan0099 | Requirement for testers to wear overalls while working on cars. | ||
| View original record | Rm/FD. from Rm. Wym. Swdl. Ed. 1204 TESTERS' OVERALLS. We have observed recently an increasing tendency for testers to work on cars without wearing overalls. When we see this happening, we conclude… | ||
| scan0100 | From 'Rm' to 'Hs' concerning complaints made by Hancock and the desire to not involve the Managing Director. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Hs. from Rm. Rm1/R.13.1.37. As you will see from the enclosed two notes, Hancock is making a practice of addressing technical complaints to Sg. Personally, I think it would be better if the… | ||
| scan0101 | Arranging a Chassis Conference in connection with a visit to the works. | ||
| View original record | To Hy. E. BY. Rm. REC. MX. S/Lid. Rm/Gry. 1204 Hs.12/MW.15.1.37. In connection with Sg's visit to the Works next week, there will be a Chassis Conference in my office on Wednesday next, the 20th… | ||
| scan0102 | Inviting personnel to a lunch meeting in connection with a visit to Derby. | ||
| View original record | To Hy. E. By. Rm. Sft. RHC. Mx. Da. Roy. E/Lid. Rm/Gry. c. to Ky. Hs.13/KW.13.1.37. In connection with Sg's visit to Derby next week, will you please join us for lunch in the New Canteen on Wednesday… | ||
| scan0103 | Inviting personnel to a lunch with Bristol Aeroplane Co. representatives. | ||
| View original record | To E. Eg. Ir. Wd. Mn. Rm. Hy. Lov. c. to Ky. 1204 Hs.21/SW.12.1.37. In connection with the visit to the the Works to-morrow of Bristol Aeroplane Co. representatives, will you please join us for lunch… | ||
| scan0104 | Typed memo inviting an individual to lunch with the Directors in Derby. | ||
| View original record | From Sg. [Handwritten initials: Rm] [Handwritten number: 1204] Sg18/E14.1.37 The Directors would be pleased if you could lunch with them in the Messroom at Derby at 1 o'clock on… | ||
| scan0105 | Notice of appointment for Mr. W. Harvey as Assistant Superintendent for Aero Engine Fitting. | ||
| View original record | MR ROBOTHAM (ExD) 1204 SUPERINTENDENTS & FOREMEN. Sft1/BH.19.1.37. Mr. W. Harvey has been appointed as Assistant Superintendent to Mr. W. Smithdale, on Aero Engine Fitting. This appointment to date… | ||
| scan0106 | The order of 2 tons of gas coke for delivery to Shardlow garage. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To Roy. c. to G/JWH. RM/AFM.7/JH.19.1.37. Will you please order 2 tons of gas coke for delivery to Shardlow garage. Rm/A.F.Martindale. | ||
| scan0107 | The performance and condition of K.L.G., Bosch, and Lodge sparking plugs after road testing. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/W.Brazier. c. c. to Rm/Wst. 1204 22.1.37. K.L.G. CORUNDITE SPARKING PLUGS. We have fitted K.L.G. Corundite sparking plugs to the following cars - 35-EX. K.L.G.171 all cylinders, inlet… | ||
| scan0108 | The performance and wear of K.L.G. Corundite, Bosch, and Lodge sparking plugs after road testing. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/W.Brazier. C. to Rm/Wst. 1204 22.1.37. K.L.G. CORUNDITE SPARKING PLUGS. We have fitted K.L.G. Corundite sparking plugs to the following cars - 35-EX. K.L.G.171 all cylinders, inlet and… | ||
| scan0109 | Proposing a propaganda and publicity tour to Nairobi, Africa. | ||
| View original record | COPY 1205 Memo to Mr. Sidgreaves from H.E. Symons. Proposed Propaganda Tour to Nairobi. February, 1937. Object:- To obtain for Rolls-Royce cars the maximum possible Press, Radio and Film publicity… | ||
| scan0110 | Proposal detailing the method, route, and publicity strategy for a trans-continental motor journey. | ||
| View original record | 2. Method:- Incidentally, this will be far and away the quickest "through" motor journey ever accomplished and should thus arouse a considerable amount of enthusiasm. But the whole atmosphere… | ||
| scan0111 | Proposal outlining publicity plans, costs, and vehicle preparation for a promotional trip with a Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | 3. Publicity :- I am on excellent terms with the Algiers press and write also for the Nigerian Daily Times, and of course the British colonies listed above have daily papers published in English and… | ||
| scan0112 | Car preparations and personnel selection for a long-distance motoring event. | ||
| View original record | 4. Preparation of the Car. cont. The longest distance to be covered between petrol depots is 300 miles or so, so that an extra tank holding 15-20 gallons should be fitted into the luggage compartment.… | ||
| scan0113 | Personnel requirements for a tour through French and Belgian territory. | ||
| View original record | 5. Personnel :- He would enjoy the tour more if he spoke French, owing to the fact that we also pass through French and Belgian territory and will probably be accorded hospitality by the European… | ||
| scan0114 | Car sales figures for North America in 1936 and early 1937. | ||
| View original record | COPY. Rm from Its. S/W - Hs. GRY- C8/C.27.1.37. 1204 I think you might be interested to know that during 1936 and the 3 weeks of this year we have sold in America 20 Phantom III's to U.S.A. and 4 to… | ||
| scan0115 | Comparing the 25/30 RR model with a new Packard 6-cylinder, highlighting weight differences and future weight reduction. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. GRY ? 1204 To E. from Sg. Copy to Hs.Rm. Sg9/E1.2.37 In the 'Motor' of January 26th you probably noticed that there was a description of the 25/30 RR and the new 25 Packard 6-cylinder. It was… | ||
| scan0116 | Re-organisation of the electrical laboratory staff. | ||
| View original record | H.L. and R.M. RE-ORGANISATION OF ELECTRICAL LABORATORY STAFF. In order to effect more specialisation on the various sections and to improve the general efficiency the sections will be split up as… | ||
| scan0117 | Unnecessary expenditure from production alterations, using the Phantom III Starter Motor as an example. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. and Rm. From RHC. c. to E. c. to By. c. to Rm/Wst. 1204 RHC.12/MJ.1.2.37. ALTERATIONS. We are committed to unnecessary expenditure in connection with Chassis Production owing to alterations to… | ||
| scan0118 | Inspection report regarding a complaint of poor petrol consumption, detailing checks and test results. | ||
| View original record | J-1204 Typed 2.2.37. To Rm. G.H.A.12. Mr. Wilmot, Lodge Plug Co. The above car was inspected very carefully as follows, upon receiving complaint of poor petrol consumption from the owner. Ignition… | ||
| scan0119 | Request to keep the entrance to the fitting shop clear of scrap and other material. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. 120.4 Rm/FD.16/JH.4.2.37. It is getting increasingly difficult to drive cars into and out of the fitting shop, owing to the mass of scrap and other material blocking the yard. We should… | ||
| scan0120 | To superintendents regarding an agreement on overtime hours with Trade Union officials. | ||
| View original record | Rm 1204 All Superintendents. Sft1/BH.4.2.37. Will you please note it has now been agreed with the Trade Union officials that:- On production work 30 hours per man per month overtime may be worked. On… | ||
| scan0121 | Letter to Bendix Ltd. regarding the patent status and origin of a Borg & Beck servo arrangement illustration. | ||
| View original record | (Experimental Dept.) 12049 Rm/Gry9/R. 5th February, 1937. Capt. J.S. Irving, Bendix Ltd., Tysley. Dear Capt. Irving, Thank you for your letter of the 4th. I am afraid I do not know whether the Borg &… | ||
| scan0122 | Newly available lavatory accommodation in the works for various personnel. | ||
| View original record | Mr Robotham 1204 GRY. All Superintendents & Foremen. Sft1/BH.8.2.37. Will you please note that the following Lavatory accommodation is now available in the works:- 1. Lavatory adjoining the Brass… | ||
| scan0123 | United States Declaration Form and baggage insurance for a visit to New York on the R.M.S. 'Queen Mary'. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Rm. D/BP21/MW.10.2.37. Re: Visit to New York - R.M.S. "Queen Mary" Feb. 17th. Attached is United States Declaration Form which is required by the Steamship Company in connection with your visit… | ||
| scan0124 | From Rm. to RHC. regarding utilising Mr. Weston's designing ability for tools. | ||
| View original record | 1204 RHC. from Rm. Rm3/R.15.2.37. Hs. has passed me the attached correspondence. I enclose a letter I have written to Mr. Weston. If he is any good, it appears to me that you might be able to utilise… | ||
| scan0125 | Letter to Peto and Radford confirming the finalisation and ordering of a larger battery (6.LZLD.13.S) for experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | C. Rm. Rm/Wst. Da. EV. 12.04. E.10/HP. 16th February 1937. Messrs. Peto and Radford., 50, Grosvenor Gardens, LONDON.S.W.1. For the attention of Mr Minchin. Dear Sirs, Many thanks for your letter of… | ||
| scan0126 | Letter to Mr. Kennington of Delco-Remy & Hyatt, Ltd. arranging a visit to the Vauxhall Works. | ||
| View original record | 1204 (Experimental Dept.) Rm/Gry6/R. 17th February, 1937. W.O. Kennington, Esq., Mess. Delco-Remy & Hyatt, Ltd., 111 Grosvenor Road, LONDON. S.W.1. Dear Mr. Kennington, Robotham sails for the States… | ||
| scan0127 | Petrol consumption tests comparing the standard top gear and the over-drive on the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | FILES. 1204 Rm/FD.17/JH.16.2.37. PETROL CONSUMPTION TESTS COMPARISON BETWEEN STANDARD TOP GEAR AND OVER-DRIVE ON THE PHANTOM III. We have checked the petrol consumption of 36-EX using the standard top… | ||
| scan0128 | Requesting the status of parts from G/R sheets to resolve a credit issue with Bentley Motors. | ||
| View original record | RM. / Smth. Lilee 1204 G/Cam/EG.10/PS.17.2.37 With reference to the parts mentioned on the attached G/R Sheets, will you please inform us if these units, after your examination, were good Stock or… | ||
| scan0129 | The removal and inspection of various sparking plugs. | ||
| View original record | γ 1204 Rm/Gry from Rm/WB c to Rm/Wst Rm/WB8/M.22.2.37. Sparking Plugs. We have removed the Bosch W145T1 plugs from the inlet of 32 Ex. These plugs were missing fire on pick up. K.L.G.E.25 fitted cured… | ||
| scan0130 | The removal, replacement, and inspection of Bosch and Champion sparking plugs. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Rm/Gry from Rm/WB c to Rm/Wst Rm/WB8/M.22.2.37. Sparking Plugs. We have removed the Bosch W145T1 plugs from the inlet of 32 Ex. These plugs were missing fire on pick up. K.L.G.E.25 fitted cured… | ||
| scan0131 | To superintendents regarding the required notice period for anticipated employee suspensions. | ||
| View original record | Rm 1204 All Superintendents. Sft1/BH.24.2.37. Will you please note, and instruct your foreman, that 3 to 4 hours notice should be given to the Labour Office (Mr. Shone) of anticipated suspensions,… | ||
| scan0132 | Letter to Capt. J.S. Irving of Bendix Ltd. thanking him for a dinner and discussing a future visit. | ||
| View original record | 1204 (Experimental Dept.) Rm/Gry4/R. 24th February, 1937. Capt. J.S. Irving, Bendix Ltd., Tysley, BIRMINGHAM. Dear Capt. Irving, Many thanks for the dinner you provided for Leslie and myself last… | ||
| scan0133 | Micro-examination report on a steel ball from a Ransome & Marles bearing. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Micro-Examination Report. M.1264. To Rm c. Rm/FJH. HL4/AG.25.2.37. Laboratory. STEEL BALL FROM RANSOME & MARLES BEARING. (Your ref: Rm/FJH.15/JH.23.2.37) This ball was split diametrically. One… | ||
| scan0134 | Investigation into a 'Dual Spsrking Plug' from W.J. Vincent. | ||
| View original record | 1204. S/W To Gry. from Sg. re Vincent 'Dual Spsrking Plug'. Sg9/E25.2.37 I enclose original papers received this morning by registered post. Would you please look throughthem and tell me whether you… | ||
| scan0135 | Letter from the inventor of the 'Vincent' Dual Sparking Plug offering the patent to the company for inspection. | ||
| View original record | The 'VINCENT' DUAL SPARKING PLUG A MONKEY GLAND for Motors. VINCENT PATENTED ALL OVER THE WORLD Patent No. 446/489, 1936. THE DUAL PLUG. Destroys Moisture before Engine is started. You always have a… | ||
| scan0136 | Patent specification for improvements in sparking plugs with an integrated heating element. | ||
| View original record | PATENT SPECIFICATION 446,489 Application Date : March 3, 1936. No. 6476/36. Complete Specification Accepted : April 30, 1936. COMPLETE SPECIFICATION Improvements in Sparking Plugs I, WILLIAM JOHN… | ||
| scan0137 | Complete specification drawing showing a cross-section of a mechanical assembly with numbered components. | ||
| View original record | 446,489 COMPLETE SPECIFICATION 1 SHEET [This Drawing is a full-size reproduction of the Original.] 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Malby & Sons, Photo-Lith. | ||
| scan0138 | Rejection of a 'Vincent Sparking Plug' due to its unsuitability for high-efficiency engines. | ||
| View original record | 1204 W/S. To Sg. from Rm/Gry. Rm. absent. Rm/Gry.2/AP.27.2.37. Re. Vincent Sparking Plug. I have had a word with Wst. about the letter you sent, and he agrees with me that we have no interest in this… | ||
| scan0139 | Internal memorandum regarding a Vincent Sparking Plug. | ||
| View original record | 1204. S/W To Gry. from Sg re Vincent Sparking Plug. Replying to your Rm/Gry.2/AP.27.2.37 I think the best way will be for you to write and say that the letter was forwarded to you and that you are not… | ||
| scan0140 | Letter declining a request to test a dual sparking plug. | ||
| View original record | 1204. (Experimental Dept.) Rm/Gry4/R. 1st March, 1937. Mr. W.J. Vincent, The Hayes, CARDIFF. Dear Sir, Your letter of the 24th ultimo sent to our London Office has been forwarded to our Experimental… | ||
| scan0141 | Sg. to Gry. requesting a meeting in Derby to discuss an invention. | ||
| View original record | 1204 S/W To Gry. from Sg. Sg3/El.3.37 Would you please read the attached and speak to me about the matter when I am at Derby. Sg. Enc. Letters from Mr. Raht dated 22nd and 26th Feb. re invention. Copy… | ||
| scan0142 | Letter from a consulting engineer offering to provide full information on applications filed in the UK and Germany. | ||
| View original record | L. M. Raht, Consulting Engineer 274 Chiswick Village, London, W.4 Phone: Chiswick 1214 26th February, 1937. A.F.Sidgreaves, Esq., The Rolls-Royce Ltd., 14-15, Conduit Street, London, W.1. Your Ref.… | ||
| scan0143 | Letter to M. Raht Esq. requesting a copy of a patent application for clarification. | ||
| View original record | 3/3 Sg7/S24.2.37 24th February 1937 M.Raht Esq., 274, Chiswick Village, W.4. Dear Sir: We are in receipt of your letter of the 22nd but from it we cannot quite understand what your Patent really is.… | ||
| scan0144 | Letter from a consulting engineer regarding engine protection against condensation when idle. | ||
| View original record | L. M. Raht. Consulting Engineer Phone Perivale 5566 JS 154, Corringway, Ealing, W.5. POST. Received. 23 FEB 1937 27A, Chiswick Village, London, W.4. Phone: Chiswick 1214. Received 22nd February, 1937.… | ||
| scan0145 | Page 2 of a letter from M. Raht discussing engine starting methods and a British patent application. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - ful at the very beginning of the starter operation, when the engine has been shut up. This is explained by the fact that all sparking plugs are kept free from outside moisture and the mixture… | ||
| scan0146 | Letter from the Experimental Dept. replying to an inquiry about a car's mileage. | ||
| View original record | 1204 (Experimental Dept.) Rm/Gryl/R. 3rd March, 1937. J.P. Walker, Esq., 22, Austin Friars, LONDON. E.C.2. Dear Sir, Replying to your letter of February 28th, while this car was in our possession it… | ||
| scan0147 | Letter regarding the ownership history and mileage of an 8-cylinder Graham vehicle. | ||
| View original record | buy TEL: STEEPLE BUMPSTEAD 38. HS 22 Austin Friars London E.C.2 MOYNS PARK, HALSTEAD, ESSEX. Feb 28. 37 [Stamp: RECEIVED MAR 1 1937] The Secretary. 30 2 H Mssrs Rolls Royce. Dear Sir, I find your… | ||
| scan0148 | Letter from a customer inquiring about the mileage history of a 1934 car. | ||
| View original record | Which is very small for a 1934 car. As I have this car on a week's approval I wonder if you could be good enough to tell me what sort of mileage this car probably did while in your possession. This… | ||
| scan0149 | Increasing gap size of K.L.G. I7I sparking plugs in a Phantom III engine after mileage. | ||
| View original record | WST 443. 12.04 HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. Rm/GWH/IMW/4/JAB. 3rd March 1937. To. Rm. C. Ray GWH. 35-EX. PHANTOM III. K.L.G. I7I Sparking Plugs. These plugs were supplied and fitted at… | ||
| scan0150 | Letter to M. Rant from the Experimental Department requesting a sketch and explanation of his invention. | ||
| View original record | 120M. (Experimental Dept.) Rm/Gry2/R. 3rd March 1937. M. Rant, Esq., 274, Chiswick Village, LONDON. W.4. Dear Sir, Your correspondence with our London Office has been forwarded to our Experimental… | ||
| scan0151 | Note regarding an improved fabric coupling sample with sewn edges from Beldam Asbestos Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Gry. 1204. A-ll WHA ROY/MS13/P.25.2.37. Attached hereto is a Fabric Coupling ex Beldam Asbestos Co. Ltd., Hounslow, Middx. They claim that the sewn edges is an improvement on this type of coupling,… | ||
| scan0152 | To Roy regarding the decision to discard fabric couplings. | ||
| View original record | 1204. To Roy. Rm/Wym.14/JH.5.3.37. With reference to your memo. Roy/MS.13/P.25.2.37. we do not think this type of coupling would be of any value to us. Actually we are discarding fabric couplings… | ||
| scan0153 | Test results for three types of K.L.G. sparking plugs for Bentley engines to address issues with leaded fuel. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To Rm/Gry. from Rm/W.Brazier. Rm/WB.15/AP.5.3.37. c. to Wst. c. to FD. --------- BENTLEY SPARKING PLUGS. The following tests have been completed to determine a type of sparking plug suitable for… | ||
| scan0154 | Performance comparison report on K.L.G. 850 and K.L.G. FLB.50.X spark plugs. | ||
| View original record | -2- K.L.G. 850 Present standard plug mica insulation. Plug gap .020" Slow running 7 to 8 M.P.H. Idling 350 -400 R.P.M. 450 R.P.M. fully advanced. Braked down to 7 M.P.H. full throttle no misfires. Top… | ||
| scan0155 | Results of tests on K.L.G. sparking plugs for Bentley engines on leaded fuel. | ||
| View original record | 1204. To Rm/Gry. from Rm/W.Brazier. c. to Wst. c. to HD BENTLEY SPARKING PLUGS. The following tests have been completed to determine a type of sparking plug suitable for the Bentley engine and which… | ||
| scan0156 | Test report comparing the performance of two different K.L.G. spark plugs. | ||
| View original record | -2- K.L.G. 850 Present standard plug mica insulation. Plug gap .020" Slow running 7 to 8 M.P.H. Idling 350 -400 R.P.M. 450 R.P.M. fully advanced. Braked down to 7 M.P.H. full throttle no misfires. Top… | ||
| scan0157 | Letter from a consulting engineer regarding the design of shutters for the air-intake and exhaust pipe. | ||
| View original record | 1204. H. M. Raht, Consulting Engineer 274 Chiswick Village, London, W. 4 Phone: Chiswick 1214 5th March, 1937. The Rolls-Royce Ltd., (Experimental Dept) Derby. re: Rm/Gry 2/R. Dear Sirs, Thanking you… | ||
| scan0158 | Page two of a letter discussing an automatic shutter and comparing a new device to a known choke or strangler. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - can be built in by which the shutter is automatically closed or opened after or before the key operating the electric equipment of the engine is taken off or inserted respectively. The… | ||
| scan0159 | Letter responding to an inventor, asking for a demonstration of their invention on an actual car. | ||
| View original record | 1204. Rm/Gry5/R. 12th March, 1937. Mr. F.M. Raht, 274, Chiswick Village, LONDON. W.4. Dear Sir, Thank you for your letter of the 5th March. Before considering the possibility of fitting your invention… | ||
| scan0160 | The performance and replacement of Bentley sparking plugs. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/Gry. c.c. to Wst. c.c. to FD. 1204 Rm/WB.10/JH.13.3.37. BENTLEY SPARKING PLUGS. We have removed the K.L.G. F.L.B.50X sparking plugs from 1-B-IV and Champion L.B.9 from 4-B-IV. The K.L.G.'s had… | ||
| scan0161 | The testing and fitting of new Delco-Remy horns to chassis 39-EX. | ||
| View original record | To HRS. from Rm/Wst. c.c. to Rm/Gry. c.c. to Rm/FD. New Type Delco-Remy Horns. We have received for test a pair of chromium plated horns similar to the Lucas, from the Delco-Remy Company. These horns… | ||
| scan0162 | Testing and replacement of Phantom III sparking plugs. | ||
| View original record | 1204. To Hm/Gry. C.to Wst. C.to FD. Rm/WB.4/DJ.16.3.37. P III Sparking Plugs. The KLG.F.30x sparking plugs fitted to 36 EX. have completed 2918 miles without complaint and have been returned to… | ||
| scan0163 | The performance and replacement of sparking plugs on a Phantom III model. | ||
| View original record | 1204. To Rm/Gry. c.to Wst. c.to FD. Rm/WB.4/DJ.16.3.37. P III Sparking Plugs. The KLG.F.30x sparking plugs fitted to 36 EX. have completed 2918 miles without complaint and have been returned to Wst… | ||
| scan0164 | Request to despatch a wooden model to Lillie Hall for the attention of Mr. J. L. Evens. | ||
| View original record | To G/Mt. 1204. Rm/FD.5/JH.17.3.37. Will you please despatch one wooden model to Lillie Hall addressed for the attention of Mr. J.L.Evens. Rm/F.Dodd. | ||
| scan0165 | Brief internal note confirming agreement to three previously mentioned proposals. | ||
| View original record | 1204 By/Cgh. c. Hs. Rm/Gry. HPS. E/Lid. Da.2/HP.18.3.37. With reference to By/Cgh.8/W3.3.37, we had thought that this did not need a reply - we agree however to all three proposals. Da. | ||
| scan0166 | Request to the laboratory for a construction analysis of 'Klingerite 1000' and 'Reinz special' gaskets. | ||
| View original record | 1204. To Mr. Hall - Laboratory. Rm/CTS.8/JH.19.3.37. GASKETS. We have handed to you two gaskets :- 1 Klingerite "1000". 1 Reinz special Will you please tell us all you can about the construction of… | ||
| scan0167 | The removal of K.L.G.FLB.50X sparking plugs from vehicle GAE-20 and their replacement with K.L.G.E.27. | ||
| View original record | 120 #. To Rm/Gry. c. to Rm/Wst. c. to Rm/FD. Rm/WB.7/JH.20.3.37. 25 H.P. Sparking Plugs. We have removed the K.L.G.FLB.50X sparking plugs from GAE-20 to make way for K.L.G.E.27. The former have… | ||
| scan0168 | The testing of three types of K.L.G. sparking plugs for a 30.HP. engine. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/Gry. c. to Wst. c. to FD. 1204. 20.3.37. 30.HP. Sparking Plugs. We have tried three types of K.L.G.Sparking plugs on GAE.20. Corundite insulation. K.L.G. E.28 G.type earth. K.L.G. E.27 " K.L.G.… | ||
| scan0169 | Letter from a consulting engineer regarding a demonstration of a butterfly-like shutter car improvement. | ||
| View original record | 1204. K. M. Raht, Consulting Engineer 274 Chiswick Village, London, W. 4 Phone: Chiswick 1214 21st March, 1937. Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., Derby. Rm/Gry5/R Dear Sirs, In reply to your favour of 12th… | ||
| scan0170 | Request for a sample of the type from each typewriter at the Works. | ||
| View original record | 1204. TO: Rm. D14/DL22.3.37. Sg wishes to have a sample of the type of each typewriter at the Works. Will you please have made a specimen of the typewriting of each typewriter in your department and… | ||
| scan0171 | Offering two experimental cars, 32-EX and 36-EX, for use over Easter. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Hs. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry8/R.23.3.37. CARS FOR EASTER. The best two cars we have are 32-EX, the Grey Continental, which has raised front engine mounting and no fan, and 36-EX with the overdrive… | ||
| scan0172 | To RM regarding holiday departure procedures. | ||
| View original record | TO: RM. The Managing Director requests that, always before you leave for a holiday, you should, two days prior to your departure, write to the Managing Director, reminding him of your approaching… | ||
| scan0173 | Requesting that trunk calls between London and Derby be confined to a special daily reservation time. | ||
| View original record | TO: Rm. 1204 D2/DL1.4.37. Sg requests that the following be circulated : "Please bear in mind that trunk calls between London and Derby should, whenever possible, be confined to the special… | ||
| scan0174 | To superintendents and foremen regarding the annual election for the Welfare Committee. | ||
| View original record | Rm 1204 All Superintendents and Foremen. Sft7/BH.5.4.37. WELFARE COMMITTEE. The annual election of members for the above Committee will take place during this week-end and Mr. Keightley, secretary,… | ||
| scan0175 | Fitting Korundite Sparking Plugs to all car types and replacing existing ones. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. c. to BI. C. to Rm/Wst. c. to Rm/Gry. 1204 Hs.3/KW.7.4.37. Korundite Sparking Plugs. We are anxious to get these fitted to all three types of cars as soon as possible. We do not wish to send… | ||
| scan0176 | Continued testing of Delco Wind Tone Horns on a Phantom III vehicle. | ||
| View original record | To. Rm. c. Rm/Gry. c. Rm/GWH. 1113, 1204 HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. Rm/GWH/IMW/5/JAB. 8th April 1937 35-EX. PHANTOM III. WIND TONE HORNS Re your memo Rm/Gry.7/R.6.4.37, we shall… | ||
| scan0177 | Weekly chassis output schedule for Bentley models from the erecting bay to the test department for 1937. | ||
| View original record | Rm. 1204 Chart No. 154 RHC/JMW.1/EMG.8.4.37. CHASSIS OUTPUT. BENTLEY CHASSIS. OUTPUT FROM ERECTING BAY TO TEST DEPT. Below we give you particulars of the programme to be worked to up to the end of… | ||
| scan0178 | Chart detailing the weekly Phantom III chassis output programme from the erecting bay to the test department for 1937. | ||
| View original record | Chart No. 155 RHC/JMV.2/EMG.8.4.37. CHASSIS OUTPUT. PHANTOM III CHASSIS. OUTPUT FROM ERECTING BAY TO TEST DEPT. Below we give you particulars of the programme to be worked to up to the end of… | ||
| scan0179 | Chart showing the weekly chassis output from the erecting bay to the test department for the 25/30 HP chassis up to the end of September 1937. | ||
| View original record | Chart No. 156. RHC/JMV.3/EMG.8.4.37. CHASSIS OUTPUT. 25/30 HP. CHASSIS. OUTPUT FROM ERECTING BAY TO TEST DEPT. Below we give you particulars of the programme to be worked to up to the end of… | ||
| scan0180 | Establishing a new process for handling and tracking requests for tracings after a batch was mislaid. | ||
| View original record | E. DY. En. Hdy. Lr. Wd. HPS. Rm. c. Tracing Office. c. Technical Library. TRACINGS --------- Recently an important batch of tracings made from a confidential technical paper have been mislaid,… | ||
| scan0181 | Agreement with K.L.G. Company for the supply of 'Corundite' sparking plugs. | ||
| View original record | To HY. from ROY. c. Es c. Rm/Wet c. Rm/Gry c. Mx 1204 "Corundite" Sparking Plugs Type FE/30.X - for P.III Chassis Type FIB/30.X - for 25/30 HP and Bentley Chassis Arising out of Hs3/KW7.4.37 (copy to… | ||
| scan0182 | Required quantity of 'Corundite' sparking plugs for various chassis types. | ||
| View original record | c Rm/Gry 1204 Mx/S&m23/T9.4.37 "Corundite" Sparking Plugs Type FA/30.X - for P.III Chassis Type PIB/30.X - for 25/30HP and Bentley Chassis. ROY1/M99.4.37 There are approximately 80 of each type of… | ||
| scan0183 | Production instructions for modifications to the Phantom III starter motor. | ||
| View original record | 1204. BY.1/H.16.4.37. PHANTOM III. STARTER MOTOR. Re: Rm/Wst.1/AP.2.4.37. -------------------------- The following features are to be instructed immediately for production :- (1). A brake was to be… | ||
| scan0184 | Test report on E.27 sparking plugs used in a 4¼ Litre Bentley engine. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Files. No.30.Test House. 20.4.37 SPARKING PLUGS. The following plugs have been tested under the conditions stated. ------ Type E.27. Engine 4¼ Litre Bentley (as Production) Test Full throttle.… | ||
| scan0185 | Investigation into misfires on cars 36-EX and 5-B-IV caused by K.L.G. sparking plugs. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c. to Wst. c. to Rm/FD. 1204 Rm/WB.6/JH.23.4.37. K.L.G. Sparking Plugs. We have been investigating the cause of misfires on 36-EX and 5-B-IV and on both cars have traced it to the sparking… | ||
| scan0186 | Announcing the appointment of Mr. Hives as a Director of the Company. | ||
| View original record | TO: Rm. 1204 D1/DL24.4.37. Please note and inform all concerned in your department that at the Board Meeting yesterday Mr.Hives was made a Director of the Company. D. | ||
| scan0187 | Replacing K.L.G. sparking plugs due to large gaps causing an engine misfire on B bank. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c. to Rm/Wst. c. to Rm/FD. 1204 Rm/WB.15/JH.26.4.37. K.L.G. SPARKING PLUGS. We have removed the K.L.G. F.30X sparking plugs fitted to 37-EX The engine was missing fire on B bank (inlet plugs).… | ||
| scan0188 | To officials and foremen regarding company policy for employee absences. | ||
| View original record | To All Officials, Superintendents & Foremen. Hs.18/KW.30.4.37. Handwritten: Rm, 1204 Please arrange in future that when an employee has been absent continuously for three months, his case is reviewed… | ||
| scan0189 | Confirming a telephone conversation requesting a new batch of washers as stock has been depleted. | ||
| View original record | RHC. from Rm/Gry. 1204 Rm/Gry4/R.4.5.37. Confirming our telephone conversation, Kingsbury rang up this morning to say that their stock of washers GB.613 to 618 was completely used up. They would be… | ||
| scan0190 | Parts list and weight calculation for a Peregrine Engine at Shardlow, including a list of missing components. | ||
| View original record | Page 11 No.4. 1204 Peregrine Engine at Shardlow. Crankcase complete with crankshaft and bearings, etc. Cylinder block, pistons, camshaft, etc. Cylinder head, tappets, etc, rocker cover, oil pump and… | ||
| scan0191 | Letter to the Technical Editor of 'The Motor' magazine challenging an article on 'Corner-Ability'. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Rm/Gry. 6th May, 1937. Technical Editor, "The Motor", 5-17, Rosebery Avenue, LONDON. E.C. k. Dear Sir, We cannot allow to go unchallenged your article on "Corner-Ability" in this week's issue of… | ||
| scan0192 | Outlining the procedure for circulating customer complaint files. | ||
| View original record | Hd. Rm. Mr. E. DY. Hs.4/KW.6.5.37. 1204 CUSTOMERS' COMPLAINTS. In future, a customers' complaint file will be kept, and will be circulated whenever there is any fresh correspondence. Sales Dept. will… | ||
| scan0193 | To Superintendents and Foremen regarding altered night-shift hours for the Coronation Holiday. | ||
| View original record | Rm To All Superintendents and Foremen. 1204 Sft.7/KW.8.5.37. CORONATION HOLIDAY. Please note, Hs. has agreed that on Tuesday, May 11th, the night-shift hours will be altered as follows :- From 7.30… | ||
| scan0194 | Issues with regulator resistance unit burn-outs in several vehicles. | ||
| View original record | Ray/WST. [crossed out] c to EH. [crossed out] c to Rm. [crossed out] c to Hse [crossed out] c to E. [crossed out] 1204 Hd/SB2/HR.10.5.37. re REGULATOR RESISTANCE UNIT BURN-OUTS.… | ||
| scan0195 | Letter from 'The Motor' magazine to G. H. Grylls regarding cornering tests and Tapley meter readings. | ||
| View original record | The Motor PROPRIETORS: TEMPLE PRESS LIMITED. MANAGING DIRECTOR: ROLAND E. DANGERFIELD. LONDON: 5-17 ROSEBERY AVENUE E.C.1. TELEPHONES TERMINUS 3636 (PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE) TELEGRAMS PRESSIMUS SMITH… | ||
| scan0196 | Letter from the Technical Editor of 'The Motor' magazine to G. H. Grylls accepting an invitation for a demonstration in Derby. | ||
| View original record | "THE MOTOR"—Continued. G. H. Grylls, Esq., Rolls-Royce Ltd. 7th May, 1937. -2- Unfortunately I do not often visit your neighbourhood but should an opportunity occur I shall be very pleased to accept… | ||
| scan0197 | Letter to the Technical Editor of 'The Motor' regarding a visit to Derby and the effect of speedometer error on acceleration figures. | ||
| View original record | 1204 May 14th 1937 Rm/Gry.4/AP. The Technical Editor, "The Motor", 5 to 17 Rosebery Ave., LONDON W.C.1. Dear Sir, Thank you for your letter of May 7th. We are looking forward to your visit to Derby to… | ||
| scan0198 | The testing of K.L.G. sparking plugs and recommendations for optimal plug gap settings. | ||
| View original record | 120H To Rm. c. to Rm/Wst. c. to Rm/FD. Rm/WB.3/JH.21.5.37. K.L.G. SPARKING PLUGS. We have tested the sparking plugs which were returned from Sg's. car as being poor for slow running. They were tried… | ||
| scan0199 | Rm. to By. suggesting a trial for a potential employee, the son of a former colleague. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Rm. 1204 Rm.4/AP.22.5.37 Attached is a letter from the son of a man who used to be with R.R. His father is an electrical engineer and he has been doing some drawing for him. A year ago he… | ||
| scan0200 | Letter acknowledging an inquiry and passing it to the Drawing Office for future vacancy consideration. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Rm.5/AP. May 22nd. 1937. Mr.E.W.Drury, The Old Rectory, Dalbury, Nr. DERBY Dear Sir, — Passed to By Thank you for your letter of the 11th inst. which I have passed on to our Drawing Office, with… | ||
| scan0201 | New, centralized system for recording and distributing the weight of parts, which will include photographs for clarity. | ||
| View original record | To HFS All Testers. Em/Craster. WEIGHTS. We have arranged for Cra'ster to be respons- ible for all weights taken in the Experimental Dept. Weights are of the greatest value, but are one of the most… | ||
| scan0202 | Requesting approval for a quotation to cover an office floor with linoleum. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from Rm. 1204 Rm.10/AP.24.5.37 The wooden floor in my Office is very unsightly and difficult to keep clean. Attached is a quotation from The Midland Drapery Co. for covering the floor with… | ||
| scan0203 | Letter from E.W. Drury acknowledging receipt of a letter to W.A. Robotham. | ||
| View original record | 1204 ? The Old Rectory, Dalbury, Nr. Derby. 26. 5. 37 Your Reference Rm.5/AP. W. A. Robotham Esq. Rolls-Royce Ltd. Dear Sir. I beg to acknowledge receipt of your letter, for which I thank you. Yours… | ||
| scan0204 | K.L.G.E.26 sparking plugs burning away too quickly at the points. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c. to Rm/Wst. 1204 Rm/FD.14/JH.27.5.37. Attached is a report on sparking plugs K.L.G.E.26. removed from 36-EX, these plugs are the same type as present standard, but were an early supply. We… | ||
| scan0205 | The removal and inspection of six K.L.G. sparking plugs due to misfiring and excessive burning. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c. to st. K.L.G. Sparking Plugs. 26.5.37. We have removed six sparking plugs (E.26) from B bank of 36-EX (to make way for six special plugs) These were fitted in 1 2 3 inlet and three in 4 5 6… | ||
| scan0206 | Report and discussion regarding sparking plugs burning away too quickly and a proposed solution. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. C. to Rm/Wst. [Handwritten] West What about this Attached is a report on sparking plugs K.L.G.E.26. removed from 36-EX, these plugs are the same type as present standard, but were an early… | ||
| scan0207 | The performance and issues of K.L.G. E.26 sparking plugs removed from a vehicle. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c. to WSt. K.L.G. Sparking Plugs. 26.5.37. We have removed six sparking plugs (E.26) from B bank of 36-EX (to make way for six special plugs) These were fitted in 1 2 3 inlet and three in 4 5 6… | ||
| scan0208 | The performance of Sintercorund plugs, noting issues with point burning. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm. 1204 Rm7/R.28.5.37. SINTERCORUND PLUGS. Replying to Sg8/E26.5.37, point burning is definitely worse with these Sintercorund plugs than with the plugs which they supercede; on the other… | ||
| scan0209 | Letter from a supplier offering rubberised cord fabric for experimental purposes. | ||
| View original record | SAUL D. HARRISON & SONS GOVERNMENT CONTRACTORS & GENERAL MERCHANTS, IMPORTERS & EXPORTERS. ESTABLISHED GT. YARMOUTH 1891. PARTNERS: A.H. HARRISON. L.C. HARRISON. H.L. HARRISON. B.W. HARRISON.… | ||
| scan0210 | Implementing a rule that all staff visiting other factories or on sub-contract work must submit daily reports. | ||
| View original record | To Sft. c. to BHG. c. to Rm. c. to Ir. c. to Dcv. E. By. EJJ. Roy. Hd. EP. Ws. Hs/CAN. Handwritten: 1204. Handwritten: Miss Peace - a copy to be circulated to all testers Rm At the present time a… | ||
| scan0211 | Standardization of nomenclature for different types of spark plugs. | ||
| View original record | 1204 S/W WST: What are K.L.G's calling these Plugs. To Rm. from Sg. re Nomenclature. Rm Sg8/E31.5.37 Referring to Rm7/R.28.5.37 I think something was said the other day about the above. Personally I… | ||
| scan0212 | Memo discussing a production decision, inadequate testing of parts, and a part failure. | ||
| View original record | Hs. 1204 1.6.37. I believe the decision to put these parts on production was made while I was away. The testing of the bits appears to me to have been quite inadequate. You will see that we ran one… | ||
| scan0213 | Test report on a PH.III starter motor with a cork friction brake on the armature. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten] Not sent out. To E. from Rm/Wst. [Crossed out] C. Sg [Crossed out] C. Hs [Crossed out] C. Dy [Crossed out] C. RHC [Crossed out] C. MA PH.III. STARTER MOTOR WITH CORK FRICTION BRAKE ON… | ||
| scan0214 | On starter motor failures for the Phantom III, concluding no design change is necessary. | ||
| View original record | S. Rm Kingsbury June 4th 37 Phantom III. Starter Motor The complaint of starter motor failures due to damaged flywheel teeth has died a natural death. Since the attention to the starter motor… | ||
| scan0215 | From 'Gry' detailing updates on various engineering and customer-related tasks. | ||
| View original record | Rm. from Gry. 1204 (1) Have gone to Kingsbury and will be back Saturday morning. (2) CTS. says Wraith test bed tackle is ready. (3) Da. is issuing immediately the first of two schemes of a stiffer… | ||
| scan0216 | The performance history and testing of K.L.G. spark plugs over various mileages. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Rm. from Rm/IMW. June, 1937. 6.B.IV. K.L.G. Sparking Plugs. E.27. Herewith history of these plugs during last 15,000 miles' testin France as requested by Rm/Gry. No.4. Written off by broken… | ||
| scan0217 | The performance and issues with Lucas Electric Screen Wipers after a 15,500-mile test in France. | ||
| View original record | Rm. from Rm/IMW. c. Rm/FD. c. Rm/Wst. Specs 1204 June, 1937. 3.B.IV. Lucas Electric Screen Wipers. 15,500 miles in France. (1) Motor. This was quiet in operation and gave no trouble. (2) Flexible… | ||
| scan0218 | The performance of the coupling between wiper driving boxes. | ||
| View original record | -2- June, 1937. (6) Coupling between wiper driving boxes. This gave no trouble. The wipers as a complete unit were very quiet in operation, and a big advance in this respect on the previous wipers.… | ||
| scan0219 | Letter to J. Plum Esq. declining a patent proposal for a mechanism more suited to lorries than private cars. | ||
| View original record | Experimental Dept. 1204 2nd. June 1937 Rm/AFM.2/AP. J. Plum Esq., Pond Close, Longton Green, KENT. Dear Sir, We thank you for your letter of 25th May, and enclosures, which with your permission, we… | ||
| scan0220 | Letter to The Rover Co. Ltd. declining interest in an invention. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Experimental Dept. 2nd. June 1937. Rm/AFM.3/AP. P.A. Scott-Iverson Esq., C/O. The Technical Dept., The Rover Co. Ltd., COVENTRY. Dear Sir, We thank you for your letter of the 31st. May and… | ||
| scan0221 | The selection and testing of new ignition wire tubes for the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | RHC/SS. c. Rm. HPS. 1204 E/Lid.3/HP.2.6.37. re Phantom III Ignition Wire/Tubes. E. has examined the samples of ignition wire conduits with welded on brackets and of the two alternatives prefers the… | ||
| scan0222 | Request for special nuts and other fitments for Duralumin hubs being fitted to a Bentley by the Dunlop Co. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Gry. 12-04 BY.6/G.3.6.37. RE: DURALUMIN HUBS ON MY BENTLEY. I am having the hubs finished completely by the Dunlop Co., but it will be necessary for me to have two special nuts and one or two other… | ||
| scan0223 | Issues with sparking plug terminals and ignition wires on the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | W/K. (crossed out) To Rm/GWH. (crossed out) from Rm/IMW. c. to Rm. 1204 Rm/IMW.4/AP.4.6.37 PHANTOM III. Sparking Plug Terminals and Ignition Wires. We have found in the course of dealing with 35-EX.… | ||
| scan0224 | The lack of standardised nomenclature for spark plug insulators from various manufacturers. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Sg. from Rm. Rm7/R.7.6.37. Nomenclature. Replying to Sg8/E31.5.37, unfortunately the Plug Manufacturers are not being very helpful in standardising nomenclature. They are all making the same type… | ||
| scan0225 | Announcing a personnel change for the head of the clutch section in the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | 1204 E. from Rm. c. to By. Rm4/R.7.6.37. N.R. Chandler has now taken the place of Ll. Smith as head of the clutch section in the Experimental Dept. Rm. | ||
| scan0226 | Request to obtain a weighing machine for chassis weight analysis work. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Rm. 1204 Rm6/R.7.6.37. We should like to obtain a weighing machine for the chassis weight analysis work, as per the attached illustration, weighing 5 lbs x ½ oz, at a cost of £22. We should… | ||
| scan0227 | Arranging a meeting with representatives from Bendix Co. and Rotax to discuss their products. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from Rm/Wst. C. E. C. Lr. C. Rm. 1204 6 Rm/Wst.10/AP.9.5.37 I saw Mr.Marcus of Bendix Co. in London yesterday and he would very much/like to come and see us next week on either Monday or… | ||
| scan0228 | The dispatch of a new insulated plug terminal for evaluation. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/GWH. from Rm/IMW. c. Rm. 1204 Rm/IMW.12/AP.10.6.37 INSULATED PLUG TERMINALS. Before proceeding further with this question, we are sending you herewith one of the latest terminals for you to see… | ||
| scan0229 | Request to despatch one lock to Messrs. Yale & Towne Co. Ltd. for 3 keys to be made. | ||
| View original record | To G/Mt. c. to D/BP. 1204 Rm/FD.9/JH.11.6.37. Will you please despatch to Messrs. Yale & Towne Co.Ltd., Willenhall, Staffs, one lock. This is for 3 keys to be made to suit. O/N.54333 Rm/F.Dodd. | ||
| scan0230 | Request to place an official order for three car door keys with Yale & Towne Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. c. to G/JWH. 1204 Rm/FD.17/JH.11.6.37. Will you please sendan official order to Messrs. Yale & Towne Co.Ltd., Willenhall, Staffs., for 3 keys made to suit a car door lock. O/N.54333. Rm/FD. | ||
| scan0231 | Letter to Yale & Towne Co. Ltd. requesting 3 keys to be made for a lock. | ||
| View original record | 2-04 Experimental Dept. Rm/FD.10/JH. 11th June, 1937. Messrs. Yale & Towne Co.Ltd., Willenhall. Staffs. Dear Sirs, We are despatching to you today one lock. Will you please make 3 keys to suit. Our… | ||
| scan0232 | Instruction requiring daily reports for factory visits and sub-contract work. | ||
| View original record | Srs Rm/Gry. I Ad WRE (MFM) STO WST Swdl. Sud. NRO. GR. 1204 Rml/R.2.6.37. Hs. has issued the following instructions, which please note:- "At the present time a large number of our people are making… | ||
| scan0233 | Confidential memo concerning the postponed use of a Packard car and related work. | ||
| View original record | S/W. CONFIDENTIAL. Db/Blb.8/LAM.7.6.37. To Rm. from Blb. 1204 Re: PACKARD. Mr. James has found it necessary to postpone his holiday until the 17th instant. Therefore he will not want the Packard on… | ||
| scan0234 | Being unable to hold a Packard, offering a Vauxhall or Oldsmobile as alternatives. | ||
| View original record | W/S. Db/Blb. 1204 Rm9/R.10.6.37. With reference to Db/Blb.8/LAM.7.6.37., we have been unable to hold up the Packard any longer, but could let Mr. James have a 20 H.P. Vauxhall, or a 25 H.P. Oldsmobile… | ||
| scan0235 | Short internal memo regarding the cancellation of a car request. | ||
| View original record | S/W. 120+ Db/Blb.20/LAM.11.6.37. To Rm. from Blb. Wyman ? Packard now not wanted. Rm Rm.9/R.10.6.37. Thanks very much for the trouble you have taken over this matter. The gentleman has now made other… | ||
| scan0236 | Credit note from The Universal Car Co (Derby) Ltd for the cancellation of an invoice and returned goods. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE NOS DERBY 2247 & 2248 CREDIT NOTE TELEGRAMS: UNICAR DERBY 1204 A/32 THE UNIVERSAL CAR CO (DERBY) LTD DIRECTORS: F. R. COPESTAKE (MANAGING DIRECTOR) T. A. STEPHENSON (CHAIRMAN) L. P. CHORLEY… | ||
| scan0237 | Issues with different types of spark plugs on Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | Miss Reece Please type reply Rm. c. Rm/Wst. c. Mx. c. Hd. c. BY/CS. 1204 SPARKING PLUGS. In accordance with Rm/Wst.14/AP.28.5.37. we instructed the Works and Test Department that the sparking plugs… | ||
| scan0238 | Investigation into sparking plugs on Bentley cars, concluding the old plugs should be used up. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Rm. 1204 Rm.16/AP.16.6.37 SPARKING PLUGS. By.3/G.14.6.37 Our investigations shew that the trouble was not severe on Bentleys. We think that the new plugs in due course will give just as… | ||
| scan0239 | Test report on K.L.G. sparking plugs taken from car 35-EX and tested in car 33-EX. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c.c. to Wst. c.c. to Rm/FD. 1204 Rm/WB.12/JH.16.6.37. K.L.G. Sparking Plugs. We have tested the plugs taken from 35-EX. They were cleaned and reset after completing mileage in France. It was… | ||
| scan0240 | Decision to use the remaining stock of 800 K.L.G. sparking plugs on Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | BY/CC. O: RHC. O. Ed. c. Rm. c. RGW/DM c. Mx. 1204 BY.11/G.17.6.37. BENTLEY CHASSIS - SPARKING PLUGS. We have something like 800 K.L.G. sparking plugs left in stock. I have discussed the possibility… | ||
| scan0241 | Request to R.A. Railton to borrow a Terraplane induction pipe and carburetter for examination. | ||
| View original record | 1204. Rm13/R. 17th June, 1937. R.A. Railton, Esq., Messrs. Thompson & Taylor (Brooklands) Ltd., Brooklands Track, Weybridge, SURREY. Dear Railton, I am very anxious to get hold of an induction pipe… | ||
| scan0242 | Integration of Lucas electrical components, specifically the starter motor and dynamo, for the Wraith chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. Hs. and E. c. Rm. By. FBC. HPS. Rm/Wst. 1204 BY/RD.3/B. 21.6.37. R.R. Electrical Equipment and Lucas Material. In order to establish which of the Lucas standard pieces could be used by us, a… | ||
| scan0243 | Design and manufacturing considerations for a fuse board, footswitch, and condenser. | ||
| View original record | -2- BY/RD.3/B.21.6.37. FUSE BOARD. The two tier fuse and regulator unit can be used if available. At present it has not been offered to other manufacturers and no dies for mouldings are available. In… | ||
| scan0244 | Letter from the Experimental Department to British Belting & Asbestos Ltd. requesting a supply of 2 dozen washers. | ||
| View original record | File 12-04 Experimental Dept. Rm/PD.26/JH. 24th June, 1937. Messrs. British Belting & Asbestos Ltd., Kingswood, Streetsbrook Road, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Sisman. Dear Sirs, Could you… | ||
| scan0245 | Modification of a form for visits to other factories. | ||
| View original record | 1204 HPS/CEP. from Rm. Rm1/R.24.6.37. VISITS TO OTHER FACTORIES. With reference to HPS/CEP2/EP.23.6.37., we are modifying this form to meet our particular requirements, and will instruct those… | ||
| scan0246 | Summer visit to German automobile factories, detailing working conditions, hours, and wages. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Hs. c E. Rm. R.H.C. E/L1d/HP. 24th June 1937. I.A.E. Summer Visit to Germany - 5.6.37. With the agreement of Hs. I was able to participate in the Summer Visit of the Institution of Automobile… | ||
| scan0247 | Worker conditions, welfare, and safety at various German factories including Daimler Benz and Bosch. | ||
| View original record | (2) With the exception of the Daimler Benz chassis factory we found everywhere extreme cleanliness, excellent planning, and an apparent lack of supervision. The workers appeared to be contented, and… | ||
| scan0248 | Visit to the Deutzmotoren A.G. factory in Cologne, detailing its engine manufacturing capabilities. | ||
| View original record | Deutzmotoren A.G. On 7th of June a visit was made to the Deutzmotoren A.G. near Cologne. This is a very large concern manufacturing Deutze diesel engines of all sizes, small stationary engines for… | ||
| scan0249 | Visit to the Opel works in Russelsheim, noting production methods and plant conditions. | ||
| View original record | OPEL. On 8th of June we visited the Opel works at Russelsheim. We were allowed less than two hours in the factory so that we saw comparatively little of it. The Opel concern is of course to all… | ||
| scan0250 | Visit to the Robert Bosch plant in Stuttgart, detailing production processes for various automotive components. | ||
| View original record | Robert Bosch - Stuttgart. On June 10th we visited the Bosch plant at Stuttgart. We were firstly shewn the Diesel engine fuel injection pump section which is housed in a large building separate from… | ||
| scan0251 | Visit to the Elektronmetall company's works in Bad Cannstatt, detailing their production of aluminium pistons and other components. | ||
| View original record | Elektronmetall. We visited the Elektronmetall Co's works at Bad Cannstatt. This firm makes elektron pressure die castings, oil filters, air filters, petrol filters, aeroplane wheels with brakes (in… | ||
| scan0252 | Report page detailing observations on a temperature-controlled tool room and elektron castings resembling incendiary bomb casings. | ||
| View original record | (2) organised. They have a large room which is kept permanently at a constant temperature in which all tools and gauges are periodically checked and corrected for accuracy. We were not shewn any… | ||
| scan0253 | Visit to two Daimler Benz factories near Stuttgart, detailing their composite body and chassis production. | ||
| View original record | DAIMLER BENZ. On the morning of 11th June we visited two of the Daimler Benz factories near Stuttgart, one producing composite construction bodies on mass production lines and the other producing… | ||
| scan0254 | Visit to the Mercedes museum and the Zeppelin works in Friedrichshafen. | ||
| View original record | (2) round almost at running speed and in consequence saw very little of the plant. It was however extremely old fashioned and badly planned, bits and pieces lying all over the place and very dirty, so… | ||
| scan0255 | Clarifying the procedure for employees making private telephone calls and ensuring they are charged. | ||
| View original record | TO: Rm. 1204 D1/DL26.6.37. Sg writes as follows :- "Please report to me whether it is clearly understood by every department at Derby that should anyone wish to use the telephone for private purposes,… | ||
| scan0256 | Requesting that trunk calls between London and Derby be confined to a specific time slot after 3 p.m. | ||
| View original record | TO: Rm. 1204 D2/DL26.6.37. Sg requests that the following be circulated :- "Please bear in mind that trunk calls between London and Derby should, whenever possible, be confined to the special… | ||
| scan0257 | The Summer Meeting of the Institution of Automobile Engineers in Germany, with observations on factory organisation and engine technology. | ||
| View original record | Copy to Mr: E. Dev. Ev. Rm. By. ACS DTE Z.H. AFM J.H.Ev Good SPE E/Ev/DB.1/M.29.6.37. SUMMER MEETING OF THE INSTITUTION OF AUTOMOBILE ENGINEERS IN GERMANY, JUNE, 1937. Participation in this has proved… | ||
| scan0258 | Notes on the engine and chassis construction of Humboldt-Deutzmotoren and Opel vehicles. | ||
| View original record | -2- Humboldt - Deutzmotoren, A.G. (Cont'd). big end with a lead bronze upper half and a white metal lower half, particularly suited to the Diesel engine because of the high explosion pressures and low… | ||
| scan0259 | Visits to Opel, Daimler, Robert Bosch, and Elektronmetal Foundry, focusing on engine and piston technology. | ||
| View original record | -3- Opel. (Cont'd). Opel engine using a pressing must save quite an amount by simplified cylinder head coring. It is interesting to note here that the latest Daimler Straight 8 engine has a… | ||
| scan0260 | Visits to German industrial sites including Elektronmetal Foundry, Daimler-Benz, and Zeppelin Factory. | ||
| View original record | -4- R/Ev/DB.1/M.E9.6.37. Elektronmetal Foundry. (Cont'd). The laboratory equipment is very up to date and includes apparatus for spectroscopic analysis of materials. Daimler-Benz. In many ways this… | ||
| scan0261 | Communicating a Board resolution regarding official participation in record-making competitions. | ||
| View original record | TO: Rm. 1204 D2/DL29.6.37. The Board at a meeting of Directors held on July 7th 1930 passed the following resolution :- "It was resolved that no official of the Company shall enter into any… | ||
| scan0262 | Reorganisation and operational methods of the Planning Department. | ||
| View original record | To E. BY. HEG. Ws. Rm. CAN. HFG. Copy to TB. Hs./LS.4/T1.7.37. 1204 PLANNING DEPARTMENT. We attach hereto copy of a note from the Planning Department defining its duties and method of operation. In… | ||
| scan0263 | The duties and procedures of the Planning Department, specifically for the experimental stage. | ||
| View original record | Copy. PLANNING DEPARTMENT The Duties of this department are:- 1. Scrutinising of scheme and detail drawings from a production point of view. (2) Preparation of machining operations, forging drawings… | ||
| scan0264 | Procedural document outlining the workflow for operations, tool drawings, and design alterations. | ||
| View original record | -2- Operations, forging drawings and turning drawings are prepared and copies of the operations circulated. The operation list includes a symbol for the subsequent direction of the Tool Drawing Office… | ||
| scan0265 | Examination report on the performance and condition of various K.L.G. sparking plugs after testing. | ||
| View original record | To Rm c. to Rm/Wst. a.to Rm/FD. Rm/WB.18/JH.2.7.37. K.L.G. Sparking Plugs. We have examined the six special plugs K.L.G.FE.30XC. They have completed 2900 miles in 36-EX, three in an inlet position and… | ||
| scan0266 | The examination and performance of K.L.G. sparking plugs after testing. | ||
| View original record | To Rm c.c. to Rm/Wst. c.c. to Rm/FD. 1204 Rm/WB.18/JH.2.7.37. K.L.G. Sparking Plugs. We have examined the six special plugs K.L.G.FE.30XC. They have completed 2900 miles in 36-EX, three in an inlet… | ||
| scan0267 | Inviting several individuals to a dinner with a visitor from the N.A.C.A. (U.S.A.). | ||
| View original record | To E. Mr. Rg. Rm. Rn. Pav. Dor. Ho.RO/KW.1.7.37. 1204 Mr. Reid of the N.A.C.A. (U.S.A.) will be at the Works to-morrow, and will be staying at Duffield Bank House. Will you please join us there for… | ||
| scan0268 | Private memo regarding a personnel change at 'The Motor' magazine, with a warning to protect sensitive information. | ||
| View original record | Private. S/W. To Hs. from Sg. copy to E. copy to BY. copy to Rm. ✓ copy to Mar 1204 Sg12/DT.7.7.37. Re: The "Motor" Would you please note that Mr. Maurice Platt, who has been Technical Editor for many… | ||
| scan0269 | Engine misfiring in a Phantom III caused by K.L.C. sparking plugs with incorrect gaps. | ||
| View original record | CHATEAUROUX. Rm/IMW/2/JAB.9.7.37. 1204 also 30-oa To. Rm. c. Rm/WSt. c. Rm/GWH. 32-EX. PHANTOM III. K.L.C. Sparking Plugs. More misfiring on pick-up was experienced yesterday and it was found that the… | ||
| scan0270 | The locking of nuts on Bentley and 25/30 engines. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from Rm/Swdl. 1204 Rm/Swdl.2/AP.10.7.37 LOCKING OF NUTS ON BENTLEY AND 25/30 ENGINES. Regarding the attached suggestion of replacing the 5.B.A. cheese headed screw and aluminium washer,… | ||
| scan0271 | The distribution of the 'Conditions of Employment' booklet to all works employees. | ||
| View original record | F. Doody L. Swindall. } Please deal with this Rm. Rm. To Sft., RHC. 120H Luton All Superintendents and Foremen. Distribution of Booklets to all Works Employees. A copy of the Booklet - "Conditions of… | ||
| scan0272 | List of instructions regarding the distribution of 'Regulations' booklets at the works' pay stations. | ||
| View original record | Distribution of "Regulations" 1. There are 44 Pay Stations in the Works. 2. Will all Supts. see that two men are told off for each Pay station in their respective depts. 3. These two men to be… | ||
| scan0273 | List of factory pay station locations and the number of employees paid at each station. | ||
| View original record | The position of Pay Stations as far as can be ascertained will be as follows:- Location No of Pay Station No. Paid No.1 Shop Erecting 2 210 6 160 No.1 Shop Machines 7 152 8 150 9 167 No.2 Shop 22 93… | ||
| scan0274 | Requesting absorption testing for Neopreen samples produced by I.C.I. | ||
| View original record | P120 H Mr Hall (Lab). c.-Br. Rm. E.7/HP.12.7.37. Neopreen - I.C.I. I am sending you herewith some samples of Neopreen produced by the I.C.I. and should be glad if you would test it for oil, water, and… | ||
| scan0275 | Announcing the engagement of a new Metallurgist for the Iron Foundry. | ||
| View original record | Mr. Walker (Pattern shop). c. to Sft. c. to RMD. c. to Hl. c. to Hy. c. to RWS. 1204 Hs.30/KW.14.7.37. This is to inform you that Mr. W.D. Knagg has been engaged as a Metallurgist in the Iron Foundry… | ||
| scan0276 | Announcing the availability of application forms for Experimental Projects from Miss Tunnicliff. | ||
| View original record | BY. Rm. E. Lr. from Hs/LS. 1204? Hs./LS.1/T15.7.37. EXPERIMENTAL PROJECTS. Will you please note that Miss Tunnicliff has a supply of the application forms for Experimental Projects, and they may be… | ||
| scan0277 | Holiday work programme and test schedule for various cars and components. | ||
| View original record | 1204 HOLIDAY PROGRAMME. 15.7.37. (1) Build up Chevrolet. (2) Strip Vauxhall car. (3) 33-EX Clutch. Pull down and split fabric. (4) Brown Wraith to build up. TEST. (1) 10,000 miles' car. Complete. Fit… | ||
| scan0278 | Outlining company policy on continued employment during periods of sickness, based on the employee's length of service. | ||
| View original record | Rm 1204 To All Officials, Superintendents & Foremen. Hs.7/KW.16.7.37. Further to Hs.18/KW.30.4.37, it has now been decided that employees who are unable to continue their employment through sickness… | ||
| scan0279 | Failing K.L.G. sparking plugs for the 32-EX Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | CHATEAUROUX. Rm/IMW/6/JAB.17.7.37. To. Rm. c. Rm/Wst. c. Rm/GWH. 1204 32-EX. PHANTOM III. K.L.G. Sparking Plugs. FE.30.X. & FE.30.X.C. We are sending you ten more of these plugs which have failed with… | ||
| scan0280 | Customer complaints regarding vapour lock and clutch issues, and a chassis number mix-up. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Rm/ARB1/R.21.7.37. Rm. This morning at 10.O'clock Sr. rang from Paris hoping to speak to you. His first trouble was with a P.III - 3-BU-94. This customer uses his car a lot under conditions which… | ||
| scan0281 | Declining trend in the production of expensive motor-cars, citing figures from 'Automotive Industries'. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm. Hs. c. By. 1204 Rm5/R.24.7.37. The attached figures taken from the "Automotive Industries" of July 10th indicate the trend of the Automobile Industry. You will notice that the production… | ||
| scan0282 | Extract from 'Automotive Industries' showing passenger car production by wholesale price classes for the first five months of 1937 and 1936. | ||
| View original record | EXTRACT TAKEN FROM "AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRIES" - JULY 10th/37. PASSENGER CAR PRODUCTION BY WHOLESALE PRICE CLASSES (U.S. & CANADA.) FIVE-MONTHS 1937 and 1936 Compared. | | 1937. | 1936 | Per Cent Change.… | ||
| scan0283 | Order number 651 taken out to cover expenses from a flood. | ||
| View original record | Mr...Pim......... 1204 RHC/JMW.2/MND.26.7.37. Herwith copy of memo' G/Rb.13/M/1C/W.16.7.37. Immediate Attention. Order number 651 has been taken out to cover "Expense incurred owing to the flood -… | ||
| scan0284 | Letter from Omnium Technique et Commercial regarding patent rights and licenses for Dynamic Dampers. | ||
| View original record | CORRESPONDANTS A LONDRES NEW-YORK BERLIN TÉLÉPHONE ÉLYS. 05-60 ADRESSE TÉLÉGRAPH OTECOM - PARIS OMNIUM TECHNIQUE ET COMMERCIAL SOCIÉTÉ ANONYME AU CAPITAL DE 100000. FRANCS 7, RUE D'ARTOIS PARIS… | ||
| scan0285 | The second page of a letter from Omnium Technique & Commercial confirming a future telephone call. | ||
| View original record | -.2.- Rolls Royce Motor Works, Ltd. DERBY Angleterre. July 29, 9.30 a.m. At the reciept of your reply he will give you a tele- phone call in confirmation. Faithfully Yours, [Signature] OMNIUM… | ||
| scan0286 | Letter to Omnium Technique et Commercial in Paris, acknowledging receipt of their letter. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Rm16/R. 30th July, 1937. Omnium Technique et Commercial, 7, Rue D'artois, PARIS. (VIIIe). Dear Sirs, Your letter of the 27th July arrived on Thursday, July 29th, and, therefore, there was no… | ||
| scan0287 | Telegram received by telephone confirming a Saturday space reservation for a car and cargo. | ||
| View original record | R.R. I44A—33906—2-37 WHK ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. FD 1204 TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 3.27 Date: 3.8.37. To: Roycar. By: lw. from: Folkstone 2.15 12 Space reserved Saturday 10 a.m cargo… | ||
| scan0288 | Giving instructions for booking time worked due to a flood on July 16th. | ||
| View original record | To from HPS/Ker. Mr. Sup. Yds/Ker. Mr. Fox Hall JM Mr. Geo. Wilson GW Mr. F.W.H. FWH Ch. Insp. Lt. Stammers. [Handwritten Note] Will you please see that bonus cards are done in accordance with this… | ||
| scan0289 | Official order to be placed with A.C. Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. from Rm/CTS. c. G/JWH. 1204 Rm/CTS.3/AP.4.8.37 Will you please pass an official order to the A.C.Sphinx Sparking Plug Co., Dunstable, Beds, in accordance with our letter ref. Rm/CTS.4/AP.… | ||
| scan0290 | Letter to A.C. Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the procurement of spark plugs with thermo-couples. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Rm/CTS.4/AP. August 4th 1937 The A.C.Sphinx Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., Dunstable, BEDS. Your Ref. CNF/AMS. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of 28th July with further reference to spark plugs with… | ||
| scan0291 | Organisation, staffing, and proposed relocation of the Chassis Electrical Section. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/Wst. 1204. Rm/Wst.2/AP.6.8.37 ORGANISATION OF CHASSIS ELECTRICAL SECTION. The people who are working on Chassis Electrical Testing in the Laboratory are as follows:- C.A.Pignatt -… | ||
| scan0292 | Urgent need for more suitable accommodation and the interplay between Chassis and Aero work. | ||
| View original record | -2- time would be saved in walking to and fro if this was done and it would have the advantage of putting all the Chassis work together. More suitable accommodation is very urgently required as we… | ||
| scan0293 | List of required schemes, sketches and drawings for various experimental vehicle components. | ||
| View original record | SCHEMES AND DRAWINGS REQUIRED FOR EXPERIMENTAL PIECES. 9.8.37 SKETCHES ONLY REQUIRED. GRY. 1. Arrangement of Vauxhall gearbox and rear axle. --------- NRC. 1. Suggest consider designs for:- (a)… | ||
| scan0294 | List of required sketches and production drawings for modifications to Wraith, Bentley, and Phantom III models. | ||
| View original record | -2- SKETCHES ONLY REQUIRED. CTS. Wraith Two experimental induction pipes are required as follows:- 1. As latest Wraith but with bore reduced to 1.400 dia. 2. As present production 25/30 but to be… | ||
| scan0295 | List of required production drawings for various car components and models. | ||
| View original record | -3- DRAWINGS SUITABLE FOR PRODUCTION LES 1. Delco type rubber connecting links for Wraith rear dampers. 2. Armstrong damper suspension. Wraith rear. 3. Bellows control for Armstrong dampers. 4.… | ||
| scan0296 | List of requirements for drawings of an air silencer and intake bend for the Wraith model. | ||
| View original record | -4- DRAWINGS SUITABLE FOR PRODUCTION CTS. 1. Wraith A scheme is required of an air silencer and intake bend which will provide the following:- (a) The intake bend to be a single bend only, from the… | ||
| scan0297 | German small car projects and aerodynamic testing. | ||
| View original record | S/W. 1204 Lp.4/PH.9.8.37. Dear Rm, In connection with new projects for motor cars, as you know, Hitler has given instructions that the German car manufacturers must produce a suitable small car with… | ||
| scan0298 | Letter from Clement Talbot Ltd requesting to view the Dynamometer Car. | ||
| View original record | 1204 CLEMENT · TALBOT · LTD BARLBY ROAD · LADBROKE GROVE · LONDON · W·10 TELEPHONE- PARK 5000 (7 LINES) · TELEGRAMS & CABLES · CLEMTAL NOTTARCH · LONDON CODES-A·B·C 5TH & 6TH EDITIONS · MARCONI… | ||
| scan0299 | Letter from the 246th Battery, Royal Artillery, requesting the release of an employee for an Anti-Aircraft course. | ||
| View original record | 246th. Battery, R.A. 91, Siddals Road, DERBY. 15th. August, 1937. Messrs. Rolls,Royce Ltd. DERBY. Dear Sirs, Potts, F. I am particularly anxious that the above man, who is, I understand, employed by… | ||
| scan0300 | Endurance test report on the Phantom III Starter Motor Push Button Switch. | ||
| View original record | To By. (crossed out) c. to By/RD. (crossed out) c. to Rm. re Phantom III Starter Motor Push Button Switch. With reference to our memo. Rm/Wst.2/AP.2.7.37. we have carried out an endurance test on a… | ||
| scan0301 | Letter to A.C. Sampietro of Clement, Talbot Ltd., denying the existence of a Dynamometer Car. | ||
| View original record | 1204 August 16th 1937. Rm.3/AP. A.C.Sampietro Esq., Clement, Talbot Ltd., Barlby Road, Ladbroke Grove, LONDON W.10. Dear Mr.Sampietro, Thank you for your letter of August 9th. We are puzzled by your… | ||
| scan0302 | The examination of K.L.G. FE.30 spark plugs on Phantom III chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/GWH. By [crossed out] Mx [crossed out] 1204 Cricklewood August 16th 1937. PHANTOM III. K.L.G. FE.30 PLUGS I have examined the plugs of chassis 3.BU.116 after 3651 miles and 3.AX.53… | ||
| scan0303 | Letter and booklet from British Timken Ltd., requesting a photograph. | ||
| View original record | W/S - Bkl. from Rm/FD. 1204 Rm/FD.22/JH.17.8.37. Herewith letter and booklet from British Timken Ltd., are you in the position to supply the necessary photograph? Rm/F.Dodd. | ||
| scan0304 | Letter to The Royal Automobile Club requesting viewing facilities for the Tourist Trophy Race and offering transport assistance. | ||
| View original record | 1204 August 17th 1937. Rm.17/AP. Captain Phillips, The Royal Automobile Club, Pall Mall, LONDON S.W.1. Dear Captain Phillips, I wondered whether you would be able to obtain us any facilities for… | ||
| scan0305 | Test report on a type Foot Dipper Switch to D.180. | ||
| View original record | To By. c. to By/RD, c. to Rm. re R.R. type Foot Dipper Switch to D.180. A minor adjustment which consisted of raising the plunger support .030" relative to the base, was necessary in order to obtain… | ||
| scan0306 | Change in control and staff responsibilities for the Iron Foundry. | ||
| View original record | To - E., BL., Hy. (un), Sft., RHC. Roy., Ws., HL. G., G/Rb., EJJ. Hs/CAN., Mr. Walker. 1204 Hs.20/KW.18.8.37. IRON FOUNDRY. Owing to the increase in our range of products and the large amount of… | ||
| scan0307 | Assigning order numbers for work on Bentley overhead camshaft units and Phantom III overdrive gearboxes. | ||
| View original record | To Jn. From HPS/WSC. Hm/Gry. 1204 HPS/WSC.S/HP.18.5.37 ORDER NUMBERS. The undermentioned order numbers have been taken out and all time etc. should be booked to these numbers commencing this week, for… | ||
| scan0308 | Short typed memo concerning the Tourist Trophy Race, confirming receipt of correspondence and advising that 'Sr' is on holiday. | ||
| View original record | To: "Rm" DERBY. PARIS, Sr/Dn21/18.8.37 re Tourist Trophy Race. Your Rm16/AP.17.8.37 addressed to "Sr" has been received and contents noted. As "Sr" is away for a short holiday, we have forwarded him a… | ||
| scan0309 | Letter granting employee F. Potts leave for additional training at the request of Lieutenant C.A. Hughes. | ||
| View original record | Rm.4/AP. August 19th.1937 Lieutenant C.A. Hughes, 246th Battery, R.A., 91, Siddals Road, DERBY. Potts, F. Dear Sir, In reply to your request of August 15th. We are prepared to release Potts from… | ||
| scan0310 | Arrangements for passes and car usage for the T.T. race. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from Rm. 1204? Rm.5/AP.20.8.37 I wrote to Phillips with a view to getting some passes for any of us who wish to see the T.T. I offered him the loan of a car for transport purposes. I presume… | ||
| scan0311 | Arrangements for passes and a car for the T.T. race. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from Rm. [Handwritten annotations:] Rm 1204 Agreed Hs I wrote to Phillips with a view to getting some passes for any of us who wish to see the T.T. I offered him the loan of a car for transport… | ||
| scan0312 | Confirming the handover of K.L.G. special short reach corundite plugs for testing on experimental chassis. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To Rm. from Rm/RC. Rm/RC.17/AP.23.8.37 Re. K.L.G. special Short Reach Corundite Plugs. We have handed to Rm/FD. the following plugs for testing on experimental chassis. 1 1/2 doz. F.30.X. type… | ||
| scan0313 | The handover of K.L.G. special Short Reach Corundite plugs for testing. | ||
| View original record | Rm. from Rm/RC. C. EP. on 21.G.1V. 1204 Rm/RC.18/AP.23.8.37 Re. K.L.G. special Short Reach Corundite Plugs We have handed to EP. the following plugs for test ½ doz. F.30.X. type plugs. Rm/RC RMRB | ||
| scan0314 | Trial of new K.L.G. FL.30X sparking plugs for the Wraith and Bentley III chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/FD. c. to Rm. 1204 Rm/RC.8/WH.24.8.37. re K.L.G. FL.30X SPARKING PLUGS. In order to try out the new plug position on the Wraith and Bentley III chassis we have obtained from K.L.G. the above… | ||
| scan0315 | The trial of K.L.G. F.50.X sparking plugs in a Phantom III unit due to pre-ignition issues. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c. to Rm/JE. 1204 Rm/RC.9/JH.24.8.37. re K.L.G. F.50.X. Sparking Plugs. We have handed to Rm/JE. one dozen K.L.G. sparking plugs for trial in the exhaust side of Phantom III unit No.6. This… | ||
| scan0316 | Letter to the Royal Automobile Club about providing a Bentley car for opening a track and arranging passes. | ||
| View original record | 1204 August 24th 1937 Rm.6/AP. Captain Phillips, The Royal Automobile Club, Pall Mall, LONDON S.W.1. Dear Captain Phillips, Thank you so much for your letter of August 19th. We should only be too… | ||
| scan0317 | Letter to Photo. Optics Ltd. regarding a Reflex-Konelle camera and a query about the definition of a Radioner lens. | ||
| View original record | 1294 EXPERIMENTAL DEPT. Rm/CTS.3/JH. 25th August, 1937. Messrs. Photo. Optics Ltd., LIVERPOOL. Dear Mr. Fleming, With further reference to my Reflex-Konelle camera; this is being packed and despatched… | ||
| scan0318 | Endurance test report on a starter motor relay switch designed by HPS/TT. | ||
| View original record | To By. c. to Rm. c. to RHC/SMD. c. to By/RD. 1204 re Endurance test on Starter Motor Relay Switch designed by HPS/TT. The principle alteration in the design of this switch is the deletion of the… | ||
| scan0319 | Recommendation to use Tungsten-Copper alloy for switch contacts due to its low resistance and non-oxidizing properties. | ||
| View original record | -3- We consider the performance of the switch to be very satisfactory, but would recommend that the contacts be tipped with a Tungsten-Copper alloy such as Elmet "L" which is manufactured by the… | ||
| scan0320 | Letter from The Royal Automobile Club regarding facilities for the Tourist Trophy Race at Donington. | ||
| View original record | The Royal Automobile Club. Pall Mall, London, S. W. 1. 1204 Please address all Communications to THE SECRETARY Quoting the following Reference C /19837/AWP/KM Telegrams: AUTOMOBILE, LONDON. Telephone:… | ||
| scan0321 | Letter from The Royal Automobile Club concerning admission tickets and armlets for an event at Donington Park. | ||
| View original record | The Royal Automobile Club. Pall Mall, London, S W. 1. Please address all Communications to THE SECRETARY Quoting the following Reference C / 26837 / AWP/KM Telegrams: AUTOMOBILE, LONDON. Telephone:… | ||
| scan0322 | Letter cancelling an employee's leave of absence for an Anti-Aircraft Defence course due to accommodation issues. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To:- Mr.Rowbotham. Dear Sir. Reference the application of Mr.Potts in your employ for the period ofleave of absence (23/8/37 to 4/9/37) for the purpose of attending a Course of Instruction in… | ||
| scan0323 | Letter regarding towing tests at Brooklands and a change of employment. | ||
| View original record | 24, Holland Park Grds., London, W.14. W.A.Robotham, Esq., Exp.Dept., Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby. Dear Mr.Robotham, Thank you ever so much for your letter of Aug. the 16th., I was under the impression… | ||
| scan0324 | Confirmation note regarding a hat sent to Mr. Phil Taylor at the Dorchester. | ||
| View original record | 1204 S/W. Rm. Lp.1/PH.27.8.37. Rm.3/AP.27.8.37. We confirm that the hat enclosed with above was immediately sent to Mr. Phil Taylor at the Dorchester. Lp.PH | ||
| scan0325 | Abandoning a plan to assemble a group of French racing champions due to an accident and potential conflict. | ||
| View original record | To: "Rm". 1204 PARIS Sr23/Dn27.8.37 On my return to Paris I received your memo re the above, and thank you very much for all the trouble you have gone to. Unfortunately, since I got back from my… | ||
| scan0326 | Comparative tests of Johnson and Phillip Ignition H.T. Cable against a standard cable. | ||
| View original record | To: [strikethrough]Technical Dept[/strikethrough] from RM/RC. c. RM. 1204 Johnson and Phillip Ignition H.T. Cable. Owing to the short life, on the car, of the standard ignition H.T. cable, grade 673,… | ||
| scan0327 | Use of a new, softer cable for wiring inlet and exhaust plugs on the 32EX model. | ||
| View original record | 2. Rm/RC.15/MH.30.8.37. This cable is also used for wiring the "A" side inlet and exhaust plugs on 32EX at present running in France. Generally, this cable is better than our standard type. It is,… | ||
| scan0328 | Investigation into distributor spark-over clearance distance and discharge voltages. | ||
| View original record | To By/RD. from Rm/RC. c. RM. c. RG/CAP. MH Rm/RO.1/1.9.37. 1204 Distributor Spark-Over Clearance Distance. In connection with the larger plug gaps, coming into use on the car, and the resulting… | ||
| scan0329 | Test results for peak voltage discharge across different gap sizes. | ||
| View original record | 2. Rm/RC.1/MH.1.9.37. TEST NO. | GAP IN INCHES. | PEAK VOLTS FOR DISCHARGE. ------------------------------------------------------ 1. | .570 | 13,760 2. | .585 | 14,150 3. | .608 | 14,590 4. | .625 |… | ||
| scan0330 | Letter to Captain Phillips of The Royal Automobile Club, thanking him for passes and inviting him to dine at the Directors' House in Duffield. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Rm5/R. Rm5/Sept., 1937. Capt. A.W. Phillips, The Royal Automobile Club, Pall Mall, S.W.1. Dear Captain Phillips, Thank you so much for the passes and tickets which you have been good enough to… | ||
| scan0331 | Laboratory report on the hardness test of a Phantom contact breaker spring, noting careless tempering. | ||
| View original record | BY/RD. c. to Rm/RC. c. to BY. c. to Rm. c. to Mw. 7204 M 1,404 H1/EJW.3/JN.4.9.37. Laboratory Re. PHANTOM CONTACT BREAKER SPRING - D.75146 Further to our report M 1,398. We have now received from… | ||
| scan0332 | Examination and recommendation for a new simplified starter switch for the Wraith III model. | ||
| View original record | RHC. c. H.S. c. SY/RD. c. Hy. c. Hm/RC. 1204 RHC/smd.1/JWA.6.9.37. WRAITH III STARTER SWITCH SIMPLIFIED We have examined this new type of simplified starter switch very carefully, and we feel that its… | ||
| scan0333 | Bench test results comparing a Lucas dynamo with a Rolls-Royce machine for the 25/30 or Bentley car. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. Hy. from RC/CAPS c.c. Hy/WD. c.c. Rm. 1204 RC/CAP.8/IH.7.9.37. LUCAS DYNAMO. Bench tests have now been completed on the dynamo submitted for test by the Lucas Coy. This is a fan machine, which,… | ||
| scan0334 | Comparison report on dynamo performance, including a low-speed heating test, output performance, and noise analysis. | ||
| View original record | -2- RC/CAP.8/MH.7.9.37. Low-speed heating test. In this test, the extent to which a machine heats up on load, and its maximum output, are ascertained by finding the maximum current at 13 volts, and… | ||
| scan0335 | Comparison of an R.R. machine and a Lucas machine, focusing on performance, noise, and endurance. | ||
| View original record | -3- requiring a major overhaul. The small R.R. machine is capable of delivering 14 amperes, at 13.0 volts, at 5,300 r.p.m. with a certain amount of sparking which is considered permissable. Compared… | ||
| scan0336 | Page detailing the overhaul and testing procedure for an armature machine, including road and endurance tests. | ||
| View original record | -4- RC/CAP.8/MH.7.9.37. have an odd-number slot armature. In order to complete the test, the Lucas machine must be overhauled and the commutator turned, preparatory to being fitted on a car for road… | ||
| scan0337 | Graph comparing the output in amperes of a Rolls-Royce (R.R.) dynamo versus a Lucas dynamo at different speeds. | ||
| View original record | OUTPUT. (AMPERES) LUCAS R.R. DYNAMO SPEED. (R.P.M) ROAD SPEED. (M.P.H) | ||
| scan0338 | Performance test report on a modified PH.III starter motor comparing its efficiency and engagement to a standard model. | ||
| View original record | To Mr, from Rm/RC. O: B/RD. C: [crossed out] c. Rm. Rm/RC.S/H.9.9.37. 1204 Re PH.III Starter Motor Modified by Production Electrical Department. We have now tested the above motor and find the… | ||
| scan0339 | Test results for torque, main load, and engagement performance. | ||
| View original record | 2. Rm/RC.8/MH.9.9.37. Teazer Torque Test. The torque obtained on this test was 6½lbs. ins. the input being 17 amperes at 10 volts. The usual torque obtained under these conditions from a standard… | ||
| scan0340 | Letter to Alexander Duckham & Co. Ltd. regarding the performance of their NP.3 oil in a long mileage test. | ||
| View original record | X 12 30 RM/Swd1.6/MH. 9th. September 1937. S. Bowrey Esq., Alexander Duckham & Co. Ltd., Holyport Road, Fulham, London, S.W.6. Dear Mr. Bowrey, In reply to your letter of the 7th. inst. the car which… | ||
| scan0341 | The testing and performance of various K.L.G. sparking plugs. | ||
| View original record | 1208 TO Rm. from Rm/W.Brazier. c. Rm/RC. c. Rm/FD. 10.9.37 K.L.G. SPARKING PLUGS J.B.1V. we have tested the following types of plug in FLB.30.X.standard. FLB.30.X.C. fitted with copper sleeve on… | ||
| scan0342 | Critique of 'Kewato' floor paint applied to the floor of an experimental test rig section. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from HPS/W. Bell. "KEWATO" FLOOR PAINT. Criticism of Sample applied to Floor of Experimental Test Rig Section. Two small sections of the floor, one which was constantly traversed but not… | ||
| scan0343 | On a modified Phantom III Starter Motor, detailing improved performance and savings in assembly time. | ||
| View original record | 1204 To. By. c. Hs. c. Rm. c. RHC. c. BY/RD. c. Rm/Ec. RHC/Smd.1/JWA.15.9.37. We have made up a sample Phantom III Starter Motor with a modified field winding, which gives an improved performance.… | ||
| scan0344 | Potential inclusion of branded polishing cloths in the vehicle tool kit. | ||
| View original record | 1204 F D BY/Rm. Roy/GEA. 9/VR. 15.9.37. Messrs. Rabok Mfg. Co. Ltd., have sent us two Polishing Cloths, one printed 'ROLLS-ROYCE, LTD' and the other 'BENTLEY MOTORS, LTD', which they suggest we should… | ||
| scan0345 | Ignition coil misfiring issues experienced on Wraith vehicle 32-EX. | ||
| View original record | 1204 300a BY/RW. c. Rm. c. Rm/Grys. c. Mx. BY.8/G.16.9.37. WRAITH - IGNITION COILS. When Mx. was trying 32-EX. in London under traffic conditions, he reports :- "pronounced misfiring occurred on both… | ||
| scan0346 | Updating the procedure for stationery requisitions to reduce waste. | ||
| View original record | RM To All Officials and Superintendents. Miss Reece Hy.7/KW.16.9.37. 1204 RE STATIONERY. Hitherto it has been the practice for all Stationery requisitions to be brought to this office for… | ||
| scan0347 | Need for extensive testing of a modified starter motor for the Phantom III chassis. | ||
| View original record | 1204 Rm/RC. BY/RD. RHC/SMD. c. Rm. c. RHC PHANTOM 111 - STARTER MOTOR. We should have a sufficient number of this modified starter to have them fitted to all experimental chassis,in order to get as… | ||
| scan0348 | Declining the inclusion of polishing cloths in tool kits. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. 1204 Rm/FD.22/JH.17.9.37. With reference to your memo. Roy/GAE.9/VR.15.9.37. We do not consider it policy to include these polishing cloths in our tool kits, and are therefore not interested.… | ||
| scan0349 | Testing of Lucas dynamos for 25/30 and Bentley cars, noting issues with sparking and noise. | ||
| View original record | Hives/RC. [crossed out] BY/ED. [crossed out] Rm. BY.2/G.17.9.37. 1204 25/30 and BENTLEY CARS. - RE: DYNAMOS. The Lucas machine we have under test reported on in RC/CAP.8/MH.7.9.37. appears to have… | ||
| scan0350 | Notice from the Experimental Department regarding the change of the Derby telephone number. | ||
| View original record | ----- Experimental Dept. DERBY TELEPHONE NUMBER 1204 Please note that on and after October 7th 1937 the Company's telephone number at Derby will be altered from Derby 1320 to :- Derby 2424 D. 18/9/37. | ||
| scan0351 | List of meals supplied to workers for the week ending September 18th. | ||
| View original record | Hs. Sft. RHC. Expt. 1204 21st September, 1937. The following is a list of Meals supplied to the Works W/E September 18th:- NAME. CHECK NO. FOREMAN. MEAL. DAKIN 6572 E. McGARRY TEA MADDOCKS 9420 R.… | ||
| scan0352 | Endurance test report for a Phantom III starter motor push button switch. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Rm/RC. c. By/RD. c. Rm. 1204 Re. Phantom III. Starter Motor Push Button Switch. (Further to our memo Rm/RC.1/JH.16.8.37) We have now completed an endurance test on a push-button switch, in… | ||
| scan0353 | Test report on a Lucas starter motor, type N, number M.45.C. | ||
| View original record | To by. from RM/RC. o. By/ c. RM. 1204. RM/RC.6/MH.24.9.37. RE TEST ON LUCAS STARTER MOTOR TYPE N. No. M.45.C. We have now completed the examination of the Starter Motor submitted by Messrs. Lucas. The… | ||
| scan0354 | Continued intermittent load test and strip examination comparing Bentley, Lucas and RR 25/30 HP machine components. | ||
| View original record | 2. Intermittent Load test - Continued. It will be seen from the attached curves that the Bentley gave the better all round performance. The much higher efficiency figure at very light loads of the… | ||
| scan0355 | Technical assessment of a motor component, detailing build quality, dimensions, and weights. | ||
| View original record | 3. Rm/IMW.6/M.H.24.9.37. Joint is cheap and electrically sound, although the work-manship on this particular job is poor. The tape binding the field coils has not been varnished: we consider the… | ||
| scan0356 | Graph of starter motor test curves comparing R.R. and Lucas motors for a Standard Bentley. | ||
| View original record | STARTER MOTOR TEST CURVES MOTOR TYPE:- STANDARD BENTLEY PINION TO FLYWHEEL RATIO - 8 44:1 MOTOR GEARING ARMATURE TO PINION 1.9:1 LUCAS TYPE N No. M.45.G PINION TO FLYWHEEL RATIO 16.44:1 VOLT AMPERE… | ||
| scan0357 | Electrical failure due to regulator shorting, referencing a prior failure on a 4 1/4 litre Bentley. | ||
| View original record | [REDACTED] c Rm c Hg 1204 LA10/T28.9.37 Electrical Failure due to Regulator Shorting BY/RD2/B28.9.37 We note from your BY/RD2/B28.9.37 that alterations have been made to overcome this Electrical… | ||
| scan0358 | Request for the names of employees currently working abroad. | ||
| View original record | Typed: 1204. TO: Hs. D11/DL28.9.37. Will you kindly let me know if there are any persons employed by the Company who are at present time abroad on the Company's business. If. so, kindly let me have… | ||
| scan0359 | Listing employees working abroad, including their names, check numbers, and locations. | ||
| View original record | COPY D. EP/RDO.3/MH.29.9.37 In reply to your memo D11/DL28.9.37, we have at present the following men employed by the Company working abroad :- Name Check No. Station D.Jackson 9127 Belgium H.E.Bell… | ||
| scan0360 | Official order for rubber blocks from British Tyre & Rubber Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | x i20H. To Roy. from Rm/FD. c. G/JWH. Rm/FD.2/MH.29.9.37. Will you please send an official order to British Tyre & Rubber Co. Ltd., Oxford Works, Derby Rd., Burton-on-Trent, for - 3 rubber blocks to… | ||
| scan0361 | Production schedule for chassis testing, detailing weekly output and series positions for different models. | ||
| View original record | Rm. P. 1206o. RHC/JMW.1/EMG.4.10.37. SCHEDULE OF CHASSIS TO TEST. Herewith details of the Programme to be worked up to week-ending January 1st 1938. This cancels all previous Output Schedules. 1937.… | ||
| scan0362 | Information about the engine used by Campbell for a record attempt. | ||
| View original record | 1204. 1931 R39 tman 1932 S/W To Gry. from Sg. Please ascertain from the man who was with Campbell which engine he used for the actual record, i.e. the 1929 engine of [struck through] or the 1931, and… | ||
| scan0363 | Request to the Electrical Department to overhaul a starter motor from the Bentley bed in No.5 Test House. | ||
| View original record | 1204. HPS. from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.4/R.4.10.37. Will you please instruct your Electrical Dept. to overhaul the starter motor which has been sent to them from the Bentley bed in No.5 Test House. Rm/Swdl. | ||
| scan0364 | Letter from Electric & Musical Industries regarding a Consumers' Research Bulletin on American motor cars. | ||
| View original record | ELECTRIC & MUSICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED BLYTH ROAD, HAYES, MIDDLESEX. TELEPHONE: SOUTHALL 2468. TELEGRAMS: EMU, HAYES, MDX. 1204 4th October, 1937. H. S. Grylls, Esq., ROLLS ROYCE LIMITED, Derby. Dear… | ||