Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Request for whitewashing, window cleaning, and lighting improvements in the Blower House. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. x3269 Hs/Std.9/KW1.1.34. Will you please have the interior of the Blower House whitewashed, the windows cleaned, and the interior lighting, both natural and artificial, improved. We should… | ||
| scan0002 | Request to fit a second drawer and lock to a desk in the Experimental Office. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. from Std. X.3269 Hs/Std.9/KW5.1.34. Will you please have a second drawer and lock fitted to desk in Experimental Office (Hs. and Technical Staff). This desk is at present only fitted with one… | ||
| scan0003 | Outlining the specifications for building a new test rig for Dumper Governor Units. | ||
| View original record | X 3269 To EJJ. from Hs/Les. c. to Mx. c. to Sft/Mr.Scott. Hs/Les.S/KW8.1.34. Testing Dumper Governor Units. We think the present tackle which Mr. Scott is using to test the Governor Unit F.85507 is… | ||
| scan0004 | Request to modify the K.10 Test House by tilting a Bentley unit for Spectre engine development. | ||
| View original record | X 326 EJJ. From Hs/CTS. Hs/CTS.5/MA.9.1.34. K.10 TEST HOUSE. Will you please arrange for the Millwrights to tilt and fix the Bentley unit in the above test house. We would like the job put in hand… | ||
| scan0005 | Request to fit Yale locks to the doors of No. 5 Test House to prevent petrol theft. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. X 3269 Hs/Mths.8/KW11.1.34. Will you please arrange to have Yale Locks fitted to doors of No. 5 Test House as quickly as possible. These locks are required to prevent any person taking petrol… | ||
| scan0006 | Request to order a portable hand pump fixed to a tripod for use in the Experimental Dept. | ||
| View original record | Mr. Johnson. K3269 Hs/FD.8/KW.23.1.34. Will you please order a Portable Hand Pump fixed to a tripod, complete with petrol resisting hose for pumping petrol from chassis tanks to petrol tins, for use… | ||
| scan0007 | Confirming arrangements to fit a Single Cylinder Unit for a Bentley and 20/25 HP engine to a test bed. | ||
| View original record | x3269 To EJJ. from Hs. Hs.16/KW.24.1.34. Single Cylinder Unit. Bentley and 20/25 HP. This is to confirm asking you to make the necessary arrangements so that this unit can be fitted to the Test Bed on… | ||
| scan0008 | Confirming a change to the Spectre development programme, altering the tilting tackle angle. | ||
| View original record | 53269. EJJ. From Hs/CTS. Hs/CTS.1/MA.25.1.34. K.10 TEST HOUSE. Re. Our Memo Hs/CTS.5/MA.9.1.34. Owing to a change in our Spectre development programme, this is to confirm that you will make the… | ||
| scan0009 | Request to manufacture an experimental test rig for Shock Damper Control Bellows, part F.85395. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. X3269 Hs/Les.6/KW.7.2.34. Will you please make for Experimental use, a rig for testing Shock Damper Control Bellows, F.85395, under exactly similar conditions to the final assembly. We want to… | ||
| scan0010 | Requesting particulars for a counter to be used in an instrument for counting engine revolutions. | ||
| View original record | 83-69. EJJ. From Hs/Smth. Hs/Smth.1/MA.14.3.34. SINGLE CYLINDER UNITS. We are constructing an electrically controlled instrument for counting engine revolutions and require a counter which may be… | ||
| scan0011 | Request to arrange for the repainting of a 100 lb. Brake Scale from No.4 Test House. | ||
| View original record | B269. To EJJ. From Hs/Smth. Hs/Smth.1/MJ.26.3.34. 100 lb. Brake Scale from No.4 Test House. Will you please arrange to have this repainted. Hs/F.LL. Smith. | ||
| scan0012 | The potential installation and cost of a cold chamber for cold starting tests. | ||
| View original record | 83269. To EJJ. From Hs/Smth. Hs/Smth.3/MJ.13.4.34. COLD CHAMBER FOR COLD STARTING TESTS. The administration are considering the installation of a cold chamber at these Works. A chamber similar to what… | ||
| scan0013 | Urgent internal request for a 250 lbs spring balance for testing shock dampers. | ||
| View original record | 83269 To EJJ. From Hs/Les. c. to RHC. Hs/Les.4/MJ.12.5.34. Will you please obtain very urgently a 250 lbs. spring balance for testing shock dampers. Hs/I.A.Leslie. | ||
| scan0014 | Urgent internal request detailing the specifications for a stop cock valve. | ||
| View original record | X 3269 To EJJ. Hs/FJH.4/KW.14.5.34. Will you please obtain for us a stop cock to the following particulars :- (1) Valve to be of screw down type and to be oil tight under 2000 lbs/sq.in. pressure of… | ||
| scan0015 | Requesting the fitting of wooden storage racks in the Experimental Garage. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. c.c. to Mr. Walker. X 3269 Hs/FD.4/KW.17.5.34. Will you please arrange to have wooden racks fitted up in the Experimental Garage, to store seats, floorboards and cushions, etc. Hs/F.Dodd. | ||
| scan0016 | New building blocking light to the Test House and requesting remedial action. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. X3269 Hs/Rm.2/KW.25.5.34. The erection of the building outside the Test House which we have next to the production unit beds shuts out a great deal of light. We shall be glad if you can… | ||
| scan0017 | Request for alterations to a table in the Experimental Department Typists' Office. | ||
| View original record | X3269 EJJ/Mr. Valentine. Hs.6/KW.31.5.34. Will you please carry out the necessary alterations to a table in Experimental Dept. Typists' Office. Hs. | ||
| scan0018 | Requesting an order for a 20 ft. square, light-tight tarpaulin sheet to cover photographic apparatus. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. +3269 Hs/Smth.14/KW.6.6.34. Tarpaulin. Will you please order for us a Tarpaulin sheet 20 ft. square. The sheet is to cover a photographic apparatus and must therefore be light tight. We should… | ||
| scan0019 | The arrangement of a test bed for Spectre and Bentley units. | ||
| View original record | X3269 To EJJ. Hs/Rm.2/KW.9.6.34. Spectre Test Bed. We are allotting the larger brake in No. 5 Test House for this job. We attach prints shewing main dimensions required. We should like to drive… | ||
| scan0020 | Urgent request for immediate modification to an outdated coupling on the Bentley bed in the K.10 Test House. | ||
| View original record | x3269 EJJ. From Hs/CTS. Hs/CTS.2/MA.11.6.34. K.10 TEST HOUSE. On the Bentley bed in the above test house the coupling to the brake is in need of attention. This coupling is out of date, and has done… | ||
| scan0021 | Request to supply a size 5 drawing board and one 'T' square for the Experimental Garage. | ||
| View original record | x3269 EJJ. From Hs/Whym. Hs/Whym.1/MA.21.6.34. Will you please supply for use in the Experimental Garage 1 size 5 drawing board and one "T" square. Hs/Whym. | ||
| scan0022 | Requesting the rebuild of a blower rig in Test House No. 17 for air flow tests on specific aero cylinder heads. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. x3269 Hs/Smth.10/KW.4.7.34. Blower Rig in No. 17 Test House. Following our memo. Hs/Std.5/KW.29.12.33, you made us a rig for air flow tests on aero cylinder heads. We wish to rebuild the rig… | ||
| scan0023 | Design of an improved rig for lapping car engine timing gears, outlining existing faults and suggesting improvements. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. c. to E. c. to Sft. 43269 Hs/FJH.19/KW. 9.7.34. We believe that you are designing an improved rig for lapping Car Engine timing gears. We are very interested in the question of producing quiet… | ||
| scan0024 | Suggestion to fit flywheels to the shafts on the lapping rig to produce better quality gears. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FJH.19/KW.2.7.34. Concerning (3) We think that better results would be obtained from the lapping rig if flywheels were fitted to the shafts on which the gears are mounted. Gears are noisy… | ||
| scan0025 | Use of flywheels on rigs for lapping gears, referencing past attempts and observations from Daimler. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from E. c. Sft. EJJ. Hs/FJH. E.5/HP.19.7.34. Referring to memo Hs/FJH.19/KW.9.7.34, the suggestion to use flywheels on rigs for lapping in gears was tried out by Colonel Barrington in these… | ||
| scan0026 | Urgent internal memo regarding the setup of a valve spring rig. | ||
| View original record | x3269 To EJJ. Hs/Smth.9/KW.13.7.34. Valve Spring Rig. We have set up a valve spring rig in the Tomb and wish to drive it from an existing countershaft by means of a belt. Will you please arrange for… | ||
| scan0027 | The completion of Bumper Test Rigs and modifications required for the dynamometer. | ||
| View original record | 83269 To EJJ. From Hs/Les. Hs/Les.22/MJ.10.8.34. BUMPER TEST RIGS. In order that the two Bumper Test Rigs may be completed as soon as possible we are ready for the dynamometer not to be included with… | ||
| scan0028 | Request to build a valve spring running rig for production testing and experimental cam forms. | ||
| View original record | X3269 To EJJ. Hs/Smth.16/KW.5.9.34. Valve Spring Running Rig. We wish to have a valve spring running rig built similar to the ones at present used for production testing. RHC. has agreed to make this… | ||
| scan0029 | From Hs/Rm to EJJ requesting the urgent repair of a planimeter. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. From Hs/Rm. 13269 Hs/Rm.2/MJ.8.9.34. PLANIMETER. Will you please have this instrument repaired as quickly as possible. Hs/Rm. | ||
| scan0030 | Design of cams for a valve spring running rig, specifically to reproduce the Goshawk valve lift. | ||
| View original record | X3269 To EJJ. Hs/Smth.3/KW.10.9.34. Valve Spring Running Rig. In addition to the cams ordered for this rig in our memo. Hs/Smth.16/KW.5.9.34, we should also like one which will reproduce the Goshawk… | ||
| scan0031 | Request to replace Autoclean filters with Tecalemit Oil Filters on the Bentley and Phantom test beds. | ||
| View original record | x3269 To EJJ. Hs/Mths.11/KW.14.9.34. Will you please arrange to have the Bentley Test Bed in No. 5 Test House and the Phantom Bed in K.10 Test House fitted with Tecalemit Oil Filters in place of the… | ||
| scan0032 | Listing the essential requirements for the experimental garage at Shardlow. | ||
| View original record | Y3269 To EJJ. Hs/Rm.10/KW.24.9.34. Experimental Garage at Shardlow. Referring to this garage, if we take the experimental building at Chateauroux as having established what is required over a long… | ||
| scan0033 | Outlining the essential requirements for the new Experimental Garage at Shardlow. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. Hs/Rm.10/KW.24.9.34. Experimental Garage at Shardlow. Referring to this garage, if we take the experimental building at Chateauroux as having established what is required over a long period of… | ||
| scan0034 | List of essential requirements for setting up an experimental garage at Shardlow. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. x3269 Hs/Rm.18/KW.26.9.34. Experimental Garage at Shardlow. Referring to this garage, if we take the experimental building at Chateauroux as having established what is required over a long… | ||
| scan0035 | Amending an order for a Valve Spring Rig from one to two. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. +3269 Hs/Smth.5/KW.27.9.34. Valve Spring Rig. Further to our order Hs/Smth.16/KW.5.9.34 for one of these rigs, we have now decided that we shall require two. Will you please make the necessary… | ||
| scan0036 | Necessary repairs and upgrades for the K.10 Car Unit Test House, including work on the Bentley and Phantom test beds. | ||
| View original record | 23469 To EJJ. c. to Wor. Hs/Rm.1/KW.1.11.34. K.10 Car Unit Test House. This Test House has never been in a really satisfactory condition owing to the fact that we have been anticipating getting other… | ||
| scan0037 | List of required work including oil coolers, padlocks, doors, and lighting. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Rm.1/KW.1.11.34. (8) Improved oil coolers. (9) 2 "Yale" padlocks for lockers (storing special parts). (10) Test house doors need re-hanging. (11) Lighting system re-hung. We should be glad if… | ||
| scan0038 | Request to instruct Millwrights to fit a dirt screen over a desk in the Experimental K.10 Car Unit Test House. | ||
| View original record | x3269 To EJJ. Hs/Rm.7/KW.19.11.34. Re Experimental K.10 Car Unit Test House. In addition to EJJ/JV6/JC.15.11.34, will you please instruct the Millwrights to fit some form of dirt screen over the desk… | ||
| scan0039 | Request for one 'Tyne Coat' for the use of the man on the car wash. | ||
| View original record | 43269 To EJJ. Hs/Wym.4/KW. 7.12.34. Will you please supply us with One Tyne Coat, for the use of the man on the car wash. Hs/Wym. | ||
| scan0040 | New dynamometer brake for the experimental test house and its placement. | ||
| View original record | X3269 To E.J.J. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm.13/KW.7.12.34. New Brake for Experimental Test House. This dynamometer is quite O.K. for our job. We presume that you will deal with the water supply question. The… | ||
| scan0041 | Short memo discussing a small part of a 5-ton pulley block and questioning the material used. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ/JV. x3269 Hs/Gry.5/KW.13.12.34. Herewith a small part of the 5-ton pulley block kindly supplied for our use. We hope the rest is not made of the same material, but if so it might account for… | ||
| scan0042 | Requesting an order for a Hopkinson Oil Pressure Gauge for the New Bentley Bed in the K.10 Test House. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ/JV. x3269 Hs/Smth.11/KW.27.12.34. New Bentley Bed - K.10 Test House. 1. Hopkinson Oil Pressure Gauge - 80 lbs/sq." maximum reading. Hs/Smth. | ||
| scan0043 | Safety request to fit guards over coupling shafts in No. 5 Test House. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. x3269 Hs/Mths.21/KW.1.1.35. SAFETY FIRST. No. 5 Test House. Will you please arrange to have Guards fitted over coupling shafts of both beds in above test house. Hs/R.Matthews. | ||
| scan0044 | Outlining defects and required items for the Shardlow Garage. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. from Hs/Rm; 43269 Hs/Rm.14/KW.2.1.35. Shardlow Garage. A further examination of the Shardlow Garage revealed the following defects :- (1) The drains still smell; these will have to be blocked… | ||
| scan0045 | Request for a joiner to make alterations to benches and racks in the Experimental Department Garage. | ||
| View original record | +3269 To EJJ. from Hs/Wym. Hs/Wym.2/KW.4.1.35. Will you please send along a joiner to the Experimental Dept. Garage, to make some alterations to benches and racks, and oblige. Hs/G.H. Whyman. | ||
| scan0046 | Specification for the Heenan & Froude Joggler, noting an issue with the voltage. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. X3269 Hs/Rm.11/KW.5.1.35. Herewith the specification for the Heenan & Froude Joggler, which is O.K. except for the voltage, as previously pointed out by you. Hs/Rm. | ||
| scan0047 | Cover note confirming modifications to Spectre Test Bed (No. 5). | ||
| View original record | +3269 To EJJ/JV. Hs/Swdl.7/KW.7.1.35. Spectre Test Bed (No. 5). Herewith cover note to confirm that you are carrying out modifications to the Spectre Bed - (1) Modified suspension of unit on the bed.… | ||
| scan0048 | Urgent request for various Whitworth bolts and nuts for the front axle test rig. | ||
| View original record | +3269 To E.J.J. Hs/FJH.1/KW.12.1.35. Will you please supply the following bolts for the front axle test rig in the Bumper House :- 13 Whitworth Bolts 1 1/4" x 1/8" 30 " " 1 1/4" x 1/4" 7 " " 1 1/4" x… | ||
| scan0049 | Requesting the whitewashing and painting of the Experimental Garage. | ||
| View original record | +3269 To EJJ. Hs/Rn.1/KW.14.1.35. Experimental Garage. Will you please whitewash and paint the Experimental Garage in the same way that you have done No. 5 Test House. Hs/Rn. | ||
| scan0050 | The inadequacy of oil stoves for heating the Experimental Garage at Shardlow and a request to find an alternative. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. c.c. do Hy. X3269 Hs/Rm.23/KW.14.1.35. Heating for Shardlow Garage. We have carried out some tests on the two small oil stoves supplied for heating the Experimental Garage at Shardlow, and… | ||
| scan0051 | Request to change a drawing board for a smaller one and to be provided with a suitable Tee-square. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ/JV. 23269 Hs/Smth.20/KW.16.1.35. Will you please change the drawing board in Mr. Hives' outer office for a smaller one, (half Imperial Size). May we also have a Tee-square to suit. Hs/Smth. | ||
| scan0052 | Request to rewire the Bentley Test Bed in Test House No. 5 following a burnt-out switchbox. | ||
| View original record | 43269 To EJJ. Hs/Mths.10/KW.18.1.35. No. 5 Test House. Will you please rewire the Bentley Test Bed in above test house, so that we can use the latest Dynamo having voltage control. The present… | ||
| scan0053 | Request to fit the Bentley Test Bed with a new support for modified rear engine suspension. | ||
| View original record | x3269 To EJJ. Hs/Mths.5/KW.18.1.35. No. 5 Test House. Will you please arrange, as soon as possible, to have the Bentley Test Bed in above Test House fitted with the latest type of support to suit the… | ||
| scan0054 | Confirming the allocation of Art Metal Cupboards for the Shardlow Garage and a replacement board. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. x3269 Hs/Rm.26/KW.21.1.35. This is to confirm that you are getting the Art Metal Cupboards for the Shardlow Garage. Also that you are finding a board to replace the one which was removed… | ||
| scan0055 | Requesting protection for the Garage Chief Tester due to a colleague getting sick from a chill. | ||
| View original record | x3269 To Wor. c. to EJJ. Hs/Rm.10/KW.1.2.35. Experimental Garage. We have had F. Dodd sick once or twice through getting a chill when writing up Log Books etc. in the Experimental Garage. There are… | ||
| scan0056 | Request to the Pattern Shop to make a wooden trestle for the Shardlow Garage. | ||
| View original record | +3269 Mr. Walker (Pattern Shop). Hs/GWH.1/KW.7.2.35. Will you please make a wooden trestle for the Shardlow Garage to the following dimensions :- Length 4 ft. Width 2 ft. Height 2 ft. Supporting legs… | ||
| scan0057 | To EJJ urging forward work on an urgently required trestle. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. 43269 Hs/GWH.6/KW.13.2.35. We attach hereto copy of a memo. sent to Mr. Walker on the 7th inst. Mr. Walker says he has not received this memo., and we have therefore sent him a copy to-day. We… | ||
| scan0058 | To the Pattern Shop urging the work on a previously requested Wooden Trestle for the Shardlow Garage. | ||
| View original record | L3269 Mr. Walker (Pattern Shop): Hs/GWH.5/KW.13.2.35. We attach hereto a copy of our memo. of the 7th inst., asking you to make a Wooden Trestle for the Shardlow Garage. We understand this has not… | ||
| scan0059 | Request for a five-division filing rack to be erected in the Experimental Department Typists' Office. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ/JV. X3269 Hs/Rm.3/KW.27.2.35. Will you please have erected in the Exptl. Dept. Typists' Office, a five-division Filing Rack, similar to those recently fitted in the Exptl. Technical Staff… | ||
| scan0060 | To Mr. Peskett about fitting a petrol flowmeter and oil pipes to Car Unit Bed K-10. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. Peskett. x3269 Hs/Smth.14/KW.4.3.35. Car Unit Bed - K-10. This is to confirm that you will fit up a petrol flowmeter in K-10 test house as arranged verbally. Will you also please fit us some… | ||
| scan0061 | Safety memo regarding exhaust gas blowback in No. 5 Test Bed (Spectre) and a request for a milk can. | ||
| View original record | x3269 To EJJ/JV. Hs/Swdl.4/KW.13.3.35. Safety First. No. 5 Test Bed (Spectre). There is a considerable amount of gas blowing back into the test house from the exhaust box on the outside wall. Will you… | ||
| scan0062 | Request for two sets of pit boards to be made and fitted for the Experimental Garage. | ||
| View original record | x3269 To EJJ. from Hs/FD. Hs/FD.10/KW.15.3.35. Will you please have 2 sets of pit boards made and fitted for the Experimental Garage. The present ones are weak and unsafe for heavy cars. Hs/FD. | ||
| scan0063 | Urgent request to the Pattern Shop for board replacement in the Experimental Bumper Test House. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. Walker (Pattern Shop). +3269 Hs/Rm.21/KW.15.3.35. Will you please send a man to look at the boards in the Experimental Bumper Test House, as these require replacing. This matter is urgent.… | ||
| scan0064 | Request to supply a size V adjustable vertical drawing board for the Experimental Office. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. +3269 Hs/Gry.15/KW.20.3.35. Will you please supply one size V adjustable vertical drawing board for use in the Experimental Office. There is once again room for same. Hs/Gry. | ||
| scan0065 | Requesting the repair of a Cambridge Thermometer for the K.10 Test House. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ/JV. x3269 Hs/Smth.18/KW.26.3.35. Cambridge Thermometer - K.10 Test House. Will you please have the accompanying Cambridge Thermometer No. C.174568 repaired and delivered to Hs/Smth. Hs/Smth. | ||
| scan0066 | Request to modify the charging panel on a test bed for a standard shunt dynamo. | ||
| View original record | x3269 To EJJ. Hs/Smth.16/KW.1.5.35. Car Unit Test House K.10 - 1st Bed. The charging panel of this bed is equipped for the old type three-point dynamo. Will you please arrange to carry out… | ||
| scan0067 | Internal request to supply a 3/8' Rotax Portable Electric Drilling Brace for the Experimental Department Garage. | ||
| View original record | Hs/FD: X1209 To EJJ. Hs/FD.22/KW.30.5.35. Will you please supply 1. 3/8" Rotax Portable Electric Drilling Brace, for use in the Experimental Dept. Garage. Hs/F.Dodd. | ||
| scan0068 | Request to supply one dozen 100 lb. weights for frame twisting experiments. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. X1209 Hs/Gry.9/KW.1.6.35. Will you please supply us with 1 dozen 100 lb. weights, which we require in connection with frame twisting experiments. The weights should be the 16" diameter… | ||
| scan0069 | Internal order to cast twelve 100 lb. weights for the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | X1209 Pattern Shop from EJJ/JV. c to --- Foundry. c to Hs/Rm. Order No. 816. EJJ/JV21/MM5.6.35. Re Weights for Experimental Department. Please have cast :- 12 - 100 lb. Weights to our drawing J.12511.… | ||
| scan0070 | Request to order two 0-80 lbs/sq.in oil pressure gauges for a 10,000-mile car test. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. X1209 Hs/Swdl.18/KW.12.6.35. Will you please order 2 oil pressure gauges, 0 to 80 lbs/sq.in. These are required by to-morrow, to be fitted to a car for 10,000 miles' test. Hs/L.H.Swindall. | ||
| scan0071 | Internal request to send a purchase order for a Rotax standard ball bearing electric drill. | ||
| View original record | Copy from EJJ. c to Rm/Mr.Dodds. o/830 X1709 EJJ3/WB17.6.35 EXPERIMENTAL GARAGE -------------------- Please send an order to Messrs Alfred Herbert Ltd., 208, Corporation Street Birmingham, for, 1 -… | ||
| scan0072 | Instructing the fitting of a vibrator at Shardlow and a frame twisting tackle. | ||
| View original record | X1209 To EJJ. Hs/Rm/8/KW.14.6.35. Will you please fit the vibrator at Shardlow as previously arranged, also the frame twisting tackle. We have discussed the matter with Hs., who agrees that there is… | ||
| scan0073 | Request to the Pattern Shop to make a rack for carrying spare induction pipes for the K.10 Test House. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. X1209 Hs/CTS.1/KW.19.6.35. K.10 Test House. Will you please instruct the Pattern Shop to make a rack for carrying spare induction pipes; this to be fastened to the wall. A simple structure is… | ||
| scan0074 | Safety memo regarding a dangerous short-circuited wire in No. 5 Test House, requesting an order for switches to mitigate fire risk. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. X 1209 Hs/Swdl:7/KW. 22. 6. 35. Safety First. No. 5 Test House. One of the wires leading to the battery short circuited on the conduit which, with petrol about, is very dangerous. It is… | ||
| scan0075 | Various articles to be ordered for No. 5 Test House. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. X1209 Hs/Mths.7/KW.28.6.35. No. 5 Test House. Will you please order immediately the following articles for use in the above Test House. 1 off - ½ pint Measure. 1 " - 1 " 1 " - 1 quart " 1 " -… | ||
| scan0076 | Urgent memo requesting instructions for adapting a new engine mounting for the Spectre project in Test House No. 5. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. X1209 Hs/Swdl.16/KW.4.7.35. Spectre (No.5 Test House). Will you please instruct suitable tackle for adapting the latest engine mounting (LeC.4462 to this bed. This should be made so that we… | ||
| scan0077 | Request for an electric fan and/or roof ventilators for the Experimental Office. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ: X 1209 Hs/Smth.15/KW. 8.7.35. Ventilation of Experimental Office. Will you please provide this office with an electric fan and/or roof ventilators; Hs/Smth. | ||
| scan0078 | The rising temperature in the Experimental Office. | ||
| View original record | X1209 To EJJ. 11.7.35. Temperature in Experimental Office. Will you please note that the temperature in this office is now 84°F. and is still rising. | ||
| scan0079 | Request for a metal material rack for use in No. 5 Test House. | ||
| View original record | + 1209 To EJJ. Hs/Mths.3/KW.5.8.35. No: 5 Test House. Will you please supply one metal Material Rack for use in the above Test House. We should like this supplied as soon as possible. Hs/R.Matthews. | ||
| scan0080 | Request to modify the test bed wiring in K.10 Test House to allow for re-charging accumulators. | ||
| View original record | X1209 To EJJ: Hs/CTS.14/KW. 26.8.35. K.10 Test House: Will you please modify the test bed wiring system in the above test house, to suit the latest type of voltage controlled dynamo. At present we… | ||
| scan0081 | Trouble with the Heenan & Froude brake on the Spectre test bed, recommending a spare be obtained. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. X1209 Hs/Rm.12/KW.5.9.35. Spectre Test Bed. We are having a certain amount of trouble with the Heenan & Froude brake on the Spectre test bed. We understand that there is no spare brake of this… | ||
| scan0082 | Urgent request to replace the coil in the No.1 bed cooler at the K-10 Test House. | ||
| View original record | X1209 To EJJ. Hs/Smth.19/KW.12.9.35. Oil Cooler - K-10 Test House. Will you please instruct that the coil in the cooler of No.1 bed be replaced by one of the same bore and length as that of No.2 bed.… | ||
| scan0083 | Request to order a Froude Patent Hydraulic Dynamometer for the Spectre Test Bed. | ||
| View original record | Hoy from EJJ c to Hs/Rm c to Millwrights X1209 o/816 EJJ7/WB12.9.35 SPECTRE TEST BED Please send an order to Messrs Heenan & Froude Ltd., for, 1 - Froude Patent Hydraulic Dynamometer Size D.P.X.4… | ||
| scan0084 | Request to arrange for a rack to be made for storing car road springs in the bumper house. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. X1209 Hs/Les.33/KW.13.9.35. Will you please arrange for a rack to be made for storing car road springs in the bumper house. The rack should be capable of carrying about 100 springs. Hs/Les. | ||
| scan0085 | Request to supply waterproof clothing for a labourer working in the K-10 Test House. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. X 1209 Hs/CTS.7/KW.16.9.35. K-10 Test House. Will you please supply 1. Mackintosh, Sowester and Wellington Boots for labourer pumping petrol etc. in the open, during the Winter months.… | ||
| scan0086 | The insufficient speed adjustment sensitivity of the Chassis Vibration Rig at Shardlow. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. c. to Wor. X1209 Hs/Rm.21/KW.18.9.35. Chassis Vibration Rig - Shardlow. The use of this rig shows, as we anticipated, that the speed adjustment is not sufficiently sensitive. You have had a… | ||
| scan0087 | The rescheduling of work and test units in the No. 2 Test House, prioritizing the Rudge Whitworth cylinder over the Bentley conversion. | ||
| View original record | To HJ. c. to Hs/Rm. X1209 Hs/Wd.5/GB.19.9.35. NO. 2 TEST HOUSE. As running will be held up for a time now while equipment is being installed and wiring carried out, we should like the No.1 'Exe' Unit… | ||
| scan0088 | Chasing a previously requested order for Tilt Racks for No. 5 Test House. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. X1209 Hs/Mths.7/KW. 23.9.35. No. 5 Test House. We asked you on the 5.8.35 to order some Tilt Racks for the above Test House, and mentioned that we should like them supplied as early as… | ||
| scan0089 | List of jobs for the new Experimental Car Engine Test House, which is replacing the K-10 facility. | ||
| View original record | X1209 To EJJ. c. to Hs/Rm. Hs/CTS.9/KW.23.9.35. New Experimental Car Engine Test House (replacing K-10). Jobs to be done in existing Experimental garage before changeover can be made. The sections… | ||
| scan0090 | List of new equipment required for the Experimental Department Test House. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/CTS.9/KW.23.9.35. New equipment required for Experimental Dept. Test House (replacing K-10). 1. Art Metal cupboard 5' x 3'10" x 8' high. 2. Art metal desks. 3'6" x 3'0" x 2'6" high. 2. Tan-Sad… | ||
| scan0091 | Requesting a 10 HP constant speed electric motor for a shock damper test rig. | ||
| View original record | X1209 To EJJ. Hs/Les.2/KW. 26.9.35. Shock Damper Test Rig. We are needing very urgently a 10 HP. constant speed A.C. electric motor for driving W. Bell's shock damper test rig. The motor will have to… | ||
| scan0092 | Order request for Tiltracks for the No. 5 Test House from Messrs. Bertram Thomas. | ||
| View original record | Copy from EJJ/JV. c to Hs/Rm. Order No. 711. X1209 EJJ/JV4/JC27. 9. 35. Re - TILTRACKS FOR NO.5 TEST HOUSE. Please order from Messrs. Bertram Thomas:- 2 - Single Section, Single Sided Tiltracks, 6… | ||
| scan0093 | Request to make two wooden trestles with a height of 2' 6' for standing car bodies on. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. X1209 Hs/FD.19/KW.27.9.35. Confirming our conversation to-day, will you please have 2 wooden trestles made for standing bodies on. The shape to be as supplied to the Repair Dept., with a… | ||
| scan0094 | List of gear required for a radiator test rig. | ||
| View original record | x1209 Hs/Std.19/KW.1.10.35. List of Gear required for Radiator Test Rig. (1) Combined fan and electric motor (constant speed) bought out - approx. 60 HP. or 'R' supercharger and 150 HP. electric motor… | ||
| scan0095 | Proposing modifications to bumper test rigs, including switching to an electrical drive and using new cams to increase test severity. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. X1209 Hs/Les.4/KW.2.10.35. Bumper Test Rigs. We are wanting to do more bumper testing and more severe testing. At the moment the time spent keeping the rigs in working order is a large… | ||
| scan0096 | Request for a macintosh to prevent workers getting wet while handling petrol barrels at No. 5 Test House. | ||
| View original record | X1209 EJJ. From Hs/Mths. Hs/Mths.3/MA.4.10.35. NO.5 TEST HOUSE. Will you please supply one macintosh for use of this test house to prevent main getting wet through when pumping and rolling barrels of… | ||
| scan0097 | Requesting the installation of an electric petrol pump in the Experimental Garage. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. from Hs/FD. X1209 Hs/FD.17/KW.7.10.35. Owing to the amount of petrol used in the Experimental Garage and the time occupied by using the old type of hand pump, we shall be glad to know if it… | ||
| scan0098 | Fire risk from a lack of petrol storage facilities at Shardlow and considering an underground tank. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. X1209 Hs/Rm.14/KW. 8.10.35. We have no facility for storing petrol at Shardlow. We think your suggestion of an underground tank is a good one. At the present moment without such a facility we… | ||
| scan0099 | The relocation of the new experimental car engine test house to the old experimental garage. | ||
| View original record | Millwrights Dept. from EJJ/JV. c to Hs/Rm. Exp. Dept. x1209 EJJ/JV20/JC9. 10. 35. Re - NEW EXPERIMENTAL CAR ENGINE TEST HOUSE, REPLACING K.10. SITUATED IN OLD EXPERIMENTAL GARAGE. Order No. 816. Will… | ||
| scan0100 | Outlining the requirements for a bumper test rig's electrical drive. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. X1209 Hs/Les.10/KW.10.10.35. Bumper Test Rig Electrical Drive. Normal drum r.p.m. for both rigs for bumping = 105, one rig to give 100 h.p. at 800 drum r.p.m. for very occasional 5 minute… | ||
| scan0101 | Order for trestles for car bodies for the new experimental garage. | ||
| View original record | Millwrights from EJJ/JV. X1209 c to Ms/Mr. Dodd. EJJ/JV3/MM11.10.35. RE TRESTLES FOR CAR BODIES - NEW EXPERIMENTAL GARAGE. ORDER NO. 711 We send you herewith arrangement B. 7504 and details thereon… | ||
| scan0102 | Order to be placed for a motor and starter for an experimental shock absorber test rig. | ||
| View original record | Reqy from EJJ c to Millwrights c to Hs. Run X1209 o/816 EJJ5/WB14.10.35 ------------------ Experimental Test Rig for Shock Absorbers ------------------ Please send an order to Messrs Brook Motors… | ||
| scan0103 | Request to order a suitable ammeter for an experimental shock absorber test rig. | ||
| View original record | Key from EJJ c to Millwrights c to Hs X1209 o/816 EJJ6/WB21.10.35 Experimental Test Rig for Shock Absorbers Please send an order to Messrs Brook Motors Ltd., and add to order 93253, Suitable ammeter… | ||
| scan0104 | Internal request for a 3-gallon oil can for the Experimental Garage Stores and for electricians to fit two hand lamp plugs. | ||
| View original record | X1209 To EJJ. from Hs/FD. Hs/FD.2/KW.24.10.35. Will you please order - 1. 3-gallon Oil Can for use in the Exptl. Garage Stores. We should be very pleased if you would arrange with the Electricians to… | ||
| scan0105 | Internal request to trial a valve grinder in the Experimental Garage. | ||
| View original record | X1209 To EJJ. Hs/Rm.5/KW.31.10.35. We should like to try a valve grinder, as described in the attached leaflet, in the Experimental Garage. Unless you have any experience which shows it is no good, we… | ||
| scan0106 | Instruction to the Pattern Shop to create a small 'stair' ladder for the New Experimental Car Unit Test House. | ||
| View original record | X1209 To EJJ. Hs/CTS.8/KW.31.10.35. New Exptl. Car Unit Test House. Will you please instruct the Pattern Shop to make a small "stair" ladder about 3 ft. high. This is to be used for attending to… | ||
| scan0107 | Request to order a galvanized iron dustbin for the Shardlow location. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. x1209 Hs/AFM.1/KW.1.11.35. Dustbin for Shardlow. Will you please order one galvanized iron dustbin of the usual cylindrical shape, complete with lid, for use at Shardlow. Hs/A.F.Martindale. | ||
| scan0108 | Parts to complete a third tyre rack. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. X1209 Hs/FD.3/KW.6.11.35. Will you please note that the following parts are required to complete the third tyre rack :- 18. Clamps for Cross Rods. 4. Feet. The first rack arrived minus these… | ||
| scan0109 | Requesting the construction of a rig for testing fans in the Experimental Garage extension. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. x1209. Hs/Std.20/KW.7.11.35. We send you herewith a sketch (Rm.6) of a rig for testing our fans which we wish to have constructed. The electric motor which we propose to use for this job is at… | ||
| scan0110 | Requesting the repair of a Smith's Thermometer and a Jaeger Gearbox from the K-10 test house. | ||
| View original record | X1209 To EJJ/JV. Hs/Smth:24/KW. 7.11.35. Will you please have repaired the accompanying tackle from K-10 test house, viz:- 1. Smith's Thermometer 1. Jaeger Gearbox. Hs/Smth. | ||
| scan0111 | Requesting repairs to the roof and the re-hanging of doors at No. 5 Test House. | ||
| View original record | x1209 To EJJ. Hs/Mths.15/KW.12.11.35. No. 5 Test House. Will you please arrange as soon as possible to have holes repaired in roof of above test house, and re-hang the doors at the same time. Hs/R.… | ||
| scan0112 | Request to order an oilskin coat for a labourer at No. 5 Test House. | ||
| View original record | X1209 To EJJ. Hs/Swdl.5/KW.14.11.35. No. 5 Test House. Will you please order for the labourer of this Test House an oilskin coat. This is essential as petrol has to be brought from the other side of… | ||
| scan0113 | Internal request to order a VLC Air-operated Valve Grinder for the Experimental Garage. | ||
| View original record | X1209 Req from EJJ c to Rm. [crossed out] e to Millwrights. [crossed out] Order No. 830 EJJ17/MM25.11.35. RE EXPERIMENTAL GARAGE. Please send an order to Messrs V.L. Churchill & CO. Ltd., for :- One -… | ||
| scan0114 | Follow-up memo regarding an oilskin coat and repairs for No. 5 Test House. | ||
| View original record | X1209 To EJJ. Hs/Mths.31/KW.28.11.35. No. 5 Test House. In our memo. Hs/Swdl.5/KW.14.11.35, we asked you to supply 1 Oilskin Coat for the use of the labourer of this Test House, and so far we have… | ||
| scan0115 | Request to supply 'Duck-Boards' for the floor of No. 5 Test House. | ||
| View original record | x1209 To EJJ. Hs/Mths.23/KW.2.12.35. No. 5 Test House. Will you please supply the above test house with "Duck-Boards" for the floor in front of the bench, as soon as possible. Hs/R.Matthews. | ||
| scan0116 | Inefficient placement of a heater in Test House No. 5 and recommending it be lowered. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. X1209 Hs/Mths:24/KW.2.12.35. No. 5 Test House. We have now had the Robinson Heater in this test house for some time, and we cannot say that it is working at all efficiently. The heat appears… | ||
| scan0117 | Request to fit a new Dynamometer DPX4 to No. 5 Bed - Spectre, as the existing brake has dangerous vibrations. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. Peskett. x1209 Hs/Swdl.6/KW.4.12.35. No. 5 Bed - Spectre. Will you please fit the Dynamometer DPX4, which was ordered by us, through EJJ, and which you now have in stock. The existing brake has… | ||
| scan0118 | Request for the mounting of newly arrived flowmeters for the No. 30 Car Unit Test House. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. X1209 Hs/CTS.2/KW.9.12.35. No. 30 Car Unit Test House. The flowmeters have arrived for the above test house. We would like these mounting on a separate board, which in turn will be mounted on… | ||
| scan0119 | Equipment requirements and outstanding jobs for the No. 30 Car Test House. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. X1209 Hs/Rm.2/KW.13.12.35. No. 30 Car Test House. This has now been discussed with Hy. and he has agreed that some protection is desirable. We have sent him a copy of the sketch attached. The… | ||
| scan0120 | List detailing specifications for lighting, compressed air, and steam connections. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Rm.2/KW.13.12.35. (9) Lighting. (a) General as K-10. (b) Wall plugs for Inspection Lamps. (10) Compressed air (pistol). (11) Steam Connection (pressure for induction pipe experiments and for… | ||
| scan0121 | Standardization, staffing, and accommodation requirements for experimental car test houses. | ||
| View original record | To Hy. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm.16/KW.13.12.35. Experimental Car Test Houses. Confirming our conversation, we hand you herewith a sketch of the accommodation we should like to standardise for experimental… | ||
| scan0122 | Blueprint of the floor plan for the No 30 Car Unit Test House. | ||
| View original record | PARTITION. SLIDING DOOR. METAL CUPBOARD D.B. DESK. 8' 8' SLIDING DOOR. Nº 30 CAR UNIT TEST - HOUSE. | ||
| scan0123 | Standardization of experimental car test houses, including staffing, layout, and ventilation. | ||
| View original record | K1209 To Hy. from Hs/Rm. HS/Rm.16/KW.13.12.35. Experimental Car Test Houses. Confirming our conversation, we hand you herewith a sketch of the accommodation we should like to standardise for… | ||
| scan0124 | Request to supply six plug heads and six 100 watt 260 volt bulbs for hand lamps. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. X1209 Hs/GWH.2/KW.23.12.35. Shardlow. Will you please supply six plug heads for the hand lamps and six 100 watt 260 volt bulbs. Hs/G.W.H. | ||
| scan0125 | Request to arrange for a ballast box to be made for a new Ph.III bumper chassis. | ||
| View original record | x1209 EJJ: Hs/Les.9/JH:1.1.36. Will you please arrange for a ballast box to be made for our new Ph.III bumper chassis. This can be copied from the one on our old chassis. The new bumper chassis is in… | ||
| scan0126 | Request for a small set of drawers to be made for storing reports, based on an attached sketch. | ||
| View original record | X1209 To EJJ. Hs/Swdl.3/JH. 7.1.36. No.5 bed Expt. Will you please have a small set of drawers made to the attached sketch, which we require for keeping reports, etc. Hs/Swdl. | ||
| scan0127 | To EJJ requesting assistance with the Cold Chamber and No.30 Test House, highlighting delays and the need for drawings. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. We think it may be of assistance to you if we give you a weekly list of work which you have in hand and for which we are waiting. Cold Chamber. It is no exaggeration to say that the two most… | ||
| scan0128 | Outlining outstanding issues and requested actions concerning garage facilities. | ||
| View original record | -2- Garage Covered Wash. When we moved into the Garage in the middle of October you promised to fix up a covered wash and petrol pump for us. The need for this has become more acute since builders… | ||
| scan0129 | List of chassis equipment and facility improvement instructions issued by EJJ. | ||
| View original record | CHASSIS EQUIPMENT TO BE INSTRUCTED BY EJJ. x1209 8.1.36. Qty. | Details of Equipment. | Our ref. | EJJ.Ref. | Remarks. | Delivery date. - | Cold - chamber - Site and equipment. | Rm. 7.1.36. | | |… | ||
| scan0130 | Requirements and arrangement for a gearbox test rig. | ||
| View original record | x1299 To EJJ. Hs/FJH.6/KN.9.1.36. Gearbox Test Rig. We attach hereto a print of Rm.39, showing the arrangement of the gearbox test rig which we suggest. The difference between this and our previous… | ||
| scan0131 | Cases of carbon monoxide poisoning in a new garage and proposing ventilation solutions. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. c. to Hy. x1209 Hs/Rm.15/KW.10.1.36. Carbon Monoxide Gas Poisoning. We have had several cases in the new garage where testers have gone off sick with gas poisoning, and medical evidence that… | ||
| scan0132 | The status of completed and outstanding work for the No. 30 Car Test House. | ||
| View original record | X1209 To EJJ. Hs/CTS.1/KW.17.1.36. No. 30 Car Test House. With reference to the above test house, and with further reference to our previous memo., Hs/Rm.2/KW.13.12.35. We understand that the… | ||
| scan0133 | Oil cooling system, cooler arrangements, and the relocation of tackle from K-10. | ||
| View original record | -2- (e) Oil Cooling System. To get the engines running the existing coolers can be used. We understand that the new cooler arrangement is waiting for matrix tubes, etc. to be supplied by Exptl. Dept.… | ||
| scan0134 | Layout of an experimental shop, focusing on a road wheel dynamometer and a silence chamber. | ||
| View original record | X1209 To Hy. c. to RHC. c. to EJJ. Hs/Rm.24/KW.17.1.36. In the proposed final layout of the experimental shop and garage, in addition to the Cold Chamber there are two other pieces of test apparatus… | ||
| scan0135 | Request to the Pattern Shop to make a card holder for a desk. | ||
| View original record | X1209 Mr. Walker (Pattern Shop) Hs/Rm.6/KW.21.1.36. Card Holder for Desks. Will you please make one of each to the attached sketches, for Mr. Hives' Office. Hs/Rm. | ||
| scan0136 | Blueprint for a celluloid card holder for desks in H's Office. | ||
| View original record | CARD CELLULOID THE HOLDER FORMS A TOTALLY ENCLOSED BOX. 0.250 5.000 8.100 CARD HOLDER FOR DESKS H'S OFFICE SCALE 1/1 RALPH H. HALLER ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. EXPERIMENTAL 22 JAN 1918 DERBY. | ||
| scan0137 | Design for a wooden card holder with a celluloid front for desks in HS Office. | ||
| View original record | CARD HOLDER FOR DESKS. - HS. OFFICE. SCALE /1, RM 49 CARD CELLULOID. THE GRAIN OF THIS WOOD MUST BE VERTICAL- 8.100" 0.250. | ||
| scan0138 | Itemized cost breakdown for equipment required for a gearbox test rig in the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | EJJ5/WB22.1.36 --------------- EQUIPMENT FOR GEAR BOX TEST RIG - EXPERIMENTAL DEPT --------------- 2 - 50 HP D.C. Variable speed Motors each arranged for motoring and generating complete with switch… | ||
| scan0139 | Request for a joiner to alter a workbench in Test House No. 30 by fitting a drawer and a locker. | ||
| View original record | X1209 To EJJ. Hs/CTS.14/KW.27.1.36. No. 30 Test House. Will you please arrange for a joiner to alter an existing work bench for the above test house; by fitting a drawer and a locker. Hs/C.T.Salt. | ||
| scan0140 | Return of a dynamometer from Heenan and Froude's for overhaul to the Experimental chassis unit beds. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. V1209 Hs/Swd1.5/JH.3.2.36. Will you please see that the remaining dynamometer in K.10 which is to be returned to Heenan and Froude's for overhaul, will when finished, be returned to the Exptl.… | ||
| scan0141 | Request to make a light varnish stained wooden case for a clock used for endurance timing of car engines on the test bed. | ||
| View original record | Mr. Bradley. x1209 Hs/CTS.3/KW.6.2.36. Will you please make a wooden case to attached sketch and mount the clock supplied. The case should be light varnish stained. This clock is to be used for… | ||
| scan0142 | Request to fit a stand below the petrol tanks on No. 30 Test Bed due to inaccessible taps and a risk of flooding. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. From Hs/CTS. 81209 Hs/CTS.6/MJ.7.2.36. NO.30 TEST BED. Will you please arrange for some sort of stand to be fitted below the petrol tanks, as it is impossible to reach the taps with anything… | ||
| scan0143 | Requesting justification for the expenditure on a gear box test rig. | ||
| View original record | Ws. from EJJ. c to Hs/Rm. e to Hy. X1209 BRY EJJ1/WB10.2.36 see me Equipment for Gear Box Test Rig ---------------------------- Attached hereto is an estimate for the equipment required in connection… | ||
| scan0144 | Requesting justification for the installation of a Gear Box Test Rig before seeking board approval for the expenditure. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from EJJ. c-to Hs/Rm. c to Hy. X1209 EJJL/WB10.2.36 ---------------- Equipment for Gear Box Test Rig ------------------------------- Attached hereto is an estimate for the equipment required in… | ||
| scan0145 | Cost breakdown of equipment for a Gear Box Test Rig for the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | EJJ5/WB22.1.36 EQUIPMENT FOR GEAR BOX TEST RIG - EXPERIMENTAL DEPT 2 - 50 HP D.C. Variable speed Motors each arranged for motoring and generating complete with switch and control gear. £.418. 0. 0. 1… | ||
| scan0146 | Suggested arrangement for a gearbox and timing gear test house. | ||
| View original record | 37 ft 25 ft SMALL RIGS ARRANGED HERE POSITION OF CHASSIS WHEN NOT REQUIRED ON MAIN RIG. GEARBOX UNDER TEST (3) (1) (1) 50 H.P. D.C. MOTOR (4) (2) Ph III PROP SHAFT (2) (4) 50 H.P. D.C. GENERATOR Ph… | ||
| scan0147 | Request to EJJ to order a sheet metal tray for No. 5 Test House. | ||
| View original record | X1209 To EJJ. Hs/Swdl.17/KW.12.2.36. No. 5 Test House. Will you please order for this test house a sheet metal tray to the following dimensions. 4' long x 18" wide x 9" deep. Hs/L.H.Swindall. | ||
| scan0148 | Outlining the necessity for, and advantages of, a dedicated gearbox test rig. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. c. to Wor. c. to Hy. Hs/FJH.4/KW.20.2.36. Equipment for Gearbox Test Rig. Re your EJJ.1/WB.10.2.36, the information you require is as follows. (a) The rig is necessary because, at present, we… | ||
| scan0149 | Proposal for a test house and rig for gearbox work and noise investigation, outlining the financial benefits. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FJH.4/KW.20.2.36. (4) A test house with sound insulation and a supply of D.C. power for variable speed motors could be extremely useful for a variety of work other than gearbox work. It is… | ||
| scan0150 | The ordering of apparatus for chassis steering tests. | ||
| View original record | COPY. To EJJ. from Hs/Rm. X1209 Hs/Rm.8/MJ.4.6.36. Chassis Steering Tests. In connection with the above we wish to install similar apparatus to that used successfully by General Motors of America.… | ||
| scan0151 | Request to order one Yale padlock and keys for the Experimental garage stores. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. x1709 Hs/FD.8/KW.7.3.36. Will you please order 1 Yale Padlock and Keys for the Experimental garage stores. Hs/F.Dodd. | ||
| scan0152 | Request to replace a dynamometer in Test House No. 30 to enable testing at lower RPM. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. X1209 Hs/Swdl.6/JH. 9.3.36. No.30 Test House. Will youplease replace the 2800 constant DP X 3 dynamometer by an overhauled or new 2400 constant DP X 4 dynamometer in the above test house. With… | ||
| scan0153 | Requesting the re-installation of a crane beam and chain block at Shardlow Garage. | ||
| View original record | x1209 To EJJ. HS/AFM.10/JH.12.3.36. Shardlow Garage. Six months ago you had the crane beam at Shardlow shored up, and a large chain block hung on it so that we might make certain experiments; and… | ||
| scan0154 | Request to make two wooden stands for No.5 Test House for a Bentley unit and a Phantom III unit. | ||
| View original record | X1204 To EJJ. Hs/SWdl.19/JH.12.3.36. No.5 Test House. Will you please have 2 wooden stands made for the above test house, 1 on which to stand a Bentley unit and 1 for Ph. III unit. Hs/L.H.Swindall. | ||
| scan0155 | Order for various sized oil measures for use at Shardlow. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. x1209 Hs/AFM.6/KW.12.3.36. Oil Measures Will you please order the following for use at Shardlow - ½ pt., 1 pt., 1 qt., ½ gall., 1 gall. These are to replace the set removed from Shardlow by… | ||
| scan0156 | The order of a Harding Tachometer for a Bentley single cylinder unit. | ||
| View original record | X1209 To EJJ/JV. From Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm.1/MJ.13.3.36. BENTLEY SINGLE CYLINDER UNIT. Will you please order one Harding Tachometer, attachments and drive to suit the DPX.1 Heenan & Froude water brake to be… | ||
| scan0157 | Typed memo requesting the production of a further 7 card holders. | ||
| View original record | X1229 To EJJ. Hs/FJH.5/JH.18.3.36. Will you please make a further 7 card holders to Rn.48 attached and similar to the one you have already supplied to us. Hs/FJH. | ||
| scan0158 | Outlining the requirements for weighing machines to be used for vehicle suspension tests. | ||
| View original record | To Hy. X.209. Hs/Gry.9/KW.26.3.36. Weighing Machines for Suspension Tests. Further to our conversation on this subject we send you the necessary requirements of these machines. (1) To read up to 2500… | ||
| scan0159 | Layout of the test section and issues with the garage and the installation of a new Cold Chamber. | ||
| View original record | X1209 To Hy. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm.7/KW.26.3.36. Disposition of Test Equipment in Experimental Dept. In view of the fact that the Cold Chamber will shortly be completed we should like you to consider the… | ||
| scan0160 | Need for various testing equipment and improved shop access. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Rm.7/KW.26.3.36. (3) Road Wheel Dynamometer. We are still being badly handicapped by the fact that we have no road wheel dynamometer. The space occupied by this was vacated owing to the… | ||
| scan0161 | Need for improved facilities in the No.5 Test House for testers to write reports. | ||
| View original record | -3- (8) No.5 Test House. We are very pleased with the facilities provided in the Experimental Test House which has just been completed for enabling the testers to write out their reports in comfort,… | ||
| scan0162 | Request to grout a rig bolt into a recess in the floor at Shardlow Garage. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. X1209 Hs/AFM. 8/JH. 27.3.36. Shardlow Garage. Will you please grout into a recess in the floor a rig bolt similar to the one already fixed. We have marked the position by a chalked square.… | ||
| scan0163 | Request to replace existing 30 gallon tanks with 100 gallon tanks and to whitewash and paint No.5 test house. | ||
| View original record | x1209 To EJJ. Hs/Rm.10/KW.31.3.36. In conjunction with the erection of the new petrol tank platform outside No.5 test house, will you please replace the 2 existing 30 gallon tanks by 100 gallon tanks… | ||
| scan0164 | Request for replacement bench vices and a desk stool for No. 5 Test House. | ||
| View original record | x 1209 To EJJ. Hs/Swdl.17/JH. 24.4.36.. No.5 Test House. Will you please supply two bench vices as replacements of the existing vices which are in very poor condition, also one desk stool 27" high.… | ||
| scan0165 | Request to create a printed blackboard for No. 30 Test Bed. | ||
| View original record | X1209 To EJJ/JV. Hs/CTS.4/JH.1.5.36. No. 30 Test Bed. Will you please have a black board made as per attached sketch, with necessary printing and lining in white as shown. Hs/C.T.Salt. | ||
| scan0166 | Order for a 3-ton screw jack for experimental use at Shardlow. | ||
| View original record | X1209 To EJJ. [struck through] c to Mr. Peskett. Hs/AFM.34/JH.5.5.36. 3 Ton Screw Jack. [underlined] Will you please order a compact 3 ton screw jack for use at Shardlow. As Mr. Paskett is unable to… | ||
| scan0167 | Internal request to place an order for four portable platform weighers for the Experimental Department in Shardlow. | ||
| View original record | Roy from EJJ c to Millwrights c to Rm. c to O/Rb/Mr.Birks. Handwritten: R GRY- (struck through) Handwritten: X1209 o/555/52 EJJ4/WB19.5.36 Weighing Machines- Experimental Dept. Shardlow Please send an… | ||
| scan0168 | Request for two pairs of clogs for men at the experimental garage car wash. | ||
| View original record | x 1209 To EJJ. Hs/Wym.1/JH. 22.5.36. Experimental Garage Car Wash. Will you please supply us with 2 pairs of clogs for the use of the men on the car wash. & oblige, Hs/G. Whyman. | ||
| scan0169 | Requesting protection for electrical dynamometer equipment during the laying of new beds. | ||
| View original record | x1209 To Mr. Peskett. Hs/Ed.27/JH. 27.5.36. Re 40 HP. Electric Dynamometers for Chassis Single Cylinder Units: We observe that there is considerable electrical tackle for the above units in No.31 bed,… | ||
| scan0170 | Lack of an experimental road wheel dynamometer and the resulting issues with testing. | ||
| View original record | X1209 To Hy. c. to E. c. to Mx. Experimental Road Wheel Dynamometer. We are not doing our job properly owing to having no experimental road wheel dynamometer. Since the axle and gearbox rig has been… | ||
| scan0171 | Costly failure of a differential housing and the resulting data delay due to non-functional experimental apparatus. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Rm.3/KW.27.5.36. Until this piece of experimental apparatus is functioning again we cannot hope to supply the design department with the data they require. In this particular case, failure of… | ||
| scan0172 | Requesting a 12-drawer filing cabinet for the Experimental Department's Chassis Technical Section. | ||
| View original record | x1209 To EJJ. Hs/Gry.17/KW.28.5.36. Will you please provide, for the Experimental Dept. Chassis Technical Section, a 12-drawer filing cabinet for tracings, to replace the present 7-drawer cabinet… | ||
| scan0173 | Urgent request to lag an exhaust pipe and replace two bench vices in No. 5 Test House. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ/JV. X1209 Hs/Swdl.3/KW.9.6.36. No. 5 Test House. Will you please instruct that the outside exhaust pipe from the Ph.III be lagged or shielded immediately, as since fitting up the new petrol… | ||
| scan0174 | Urgent internal memo requesting a two-seat desk with stools for No. 5 Test House. | ||
| View original record | X1209 To EJJ. Hs/Swdl.11/JH. 20.6.36. No.5 Test House. Will you please supply to the above test house a two seat desk with stools complete. The existing which was borrowed from the Aero job has been… | ||
| scan0175 | Requesting the modification of test bed No. 2c for Bentley engine motoring tests. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ/JV. X1209 Hs/Ed.14/KW.23.6.36. Bentley Motoring Tests. Will you please modify No. 2c bed to make it suitable for rigging up a small bore Bentley engine on the 50 H.P. electric motor now in… | ||
| scan0176 | Noise complaint caused by overnight engine testing and the planned modifications to the water-cooled exhaust silencers. | ||
| View original record | X1209 To EJJ/JV. Hs/CTS.3/KW.26.6.36. No. 30 Test Bed. We are running an engine all night and every night in the above test house. Occupants of houses outside the Exptl. Dept. gate made a complaint… | ||
| scan0177 | Confirming an order for a new coupling fabric for the Phantom III unit in No. 5 Test House. | ||
| View original record | x 1209 To EJJ/JV. Hs/Swdl.6/JH. 29.6.36. No.5 Test House. This memo, to confirm that you are ordering immediately a new coupling fabric for the Phantom III unit in the above test house. Although this… | ||
| scan0178 | Requesting a covering order for expenses incurred for a Cadillac car during tests at Brooklands. | ||
| View original record | x179 To Roy. c. to G/Cam. HS/Std.1/JH. 29.6.36. While visiting Brooklands for tests on the Cadillac car recently, we had to call at Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman for the following. (1) One fan belt to… | ||
| scan0179 | To Mr. Peskett regarding a changeover of equipment in No. 30 Test House. | ||
| View original record | x1209 To Mr. Peskett. Hs/CTS.10/KW.7.7.36. No. 30 Test House. We understand that the final water system for this test house is now complete, and that you are making preparations for a changeover. When… | ||
| scan0180 | Request to obtain a Dewrance Pressure Gauge for testing Phantom III hydraulic jacks. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. X1209 Hs/Gry.20/KW.11.7.36. Will you please obtain for our use, for testing Phantom III hydraulic jacks, 1. Dewrance Pressure Gauge, type 3949, with a 2 1/4" dial, to read up to 2000… | ||
| scan0181 | Instruction memo for fitting steam pipes to an experimental petrol rig in the Open Hangar Test House. | ||
| View original record | x1209 EJJ/JV. From Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm.1/MA.3.8.36. Please instruct Mill Wrights for the fitting of steam pipes to Experimental petrol rig in Open Hangar Test House. Herewith enclosed diagram. Hs/Rm. | ||
| scan0182 | Trouble with the dynamometer on No. 30 bed, requesting an overhaul. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ/JV. X1209 Hs/Swdl.24/JH.4.8.36. We are having considerable trouble with the dynamometer on No. 30 bed, B.10275 - DP x 4. The millwrights are removing the brake from the bed and fitting our… | ||
| scan0183 | Internal order request for two Jaeger rev counter reduction gear boxes for use on experimental chassis test beds. | ||
| View original record | X1209 EJJ/JV. From Hs/Swdl. Hs/Swdl.2/MA.4.8.36. Will you please order for use on the Experimental chassis test beds, 2 Jaeger rev counter reduction gear boxes. The number is 4080 EJ. R - 100/200… | ||
| scan0184 | Internal request to order three tachometers and a cupboard for single cylinder chassis units. | ||
| View original record | X1209 EJJ/JV. From Hs/Ed. Hs/Ed.4/MA.12.8.36. SINGLE CYLINDER CHASSIS UNITS. Will you please order the following for use on the above units. (1) Three Jaeger old-type tachometers with separate… | ||
| scan0185 | Internal order for three Jaeger tachometers for single cylinder chassis units. | ||
| View original record | from EJJ/JV. c to Hs/Rm. Order No. 816. X1209 EJJ/JV4/JC18. 8. 36. Re - SINGLE CYLINDER CHASSIS UNITS. Please order from Messrs. British Jaeger Instruments, Ltd.,:- 3 - JAEGER Tachometers, calibrated… | ||
| scan0186 | Requesting a 2-wheel barrow for the Experimental Garage. | ||
| View original record | X1209 To EJJ. Hs/FD.3/JH.29.8.36: Experimental Garage. We very frequently have occasion to borrow a 2 wheel barrow to convey parts from the fitting shop, stores, etc., and are constantly being held up… | ||
| scan0187 | Request for a new rack of shelves for the stores at Shardlow. | ||
| View original record | 81209 To EJJ. Hs/AFM.S/JH. 25.9.36. Stores at Shardlow. Owing to the considerable amount of tackle being sent down to the above stores, we need another rack of shelves 4' 0" wide x 8' 0" long x 8' 0"… | ||
| scan0188 | Request to connect a matrix type oil cooler on No.30 Test Bed to the high-pressure brake supply for testing purposes. | ||
| View original record | X1209 To EJJ/JV. Hs/CTS.10/KW.29.9.36. No.30 Test Bed. On the above test bed we are trying the matrix type cooler for oil cooling. Will you please arrange for a connection to be taken to this cooler… | ||
| scan0189 | Urging the completion of work on test beds 4c and 2c. | ||
| View original record | X1209 To Sft/Mr.Peskett. Hs/Ed.1/JH.30.9.36. 4c and 2c Beds. It would appear that the shop will have the single cylinder unit on 4c bed ready to run by 12-30 today. We should be glad therefore if you… | ||
| scan0190 | Urgent valve gear rig tests to modify the design to use cheaper plain carbon wire for valve springs. | ||
| View original record | X1209 To EJJ. c. to Hy. Hs/Rm.6/KW.1.10.36. Valve Gear Rig Tests. In view of the present cost of valve spring wire, we are undertaking a series of experiments to enable design to modify our valve gear… | ||
| scan0191 | Confirming arrangements for valve gear research on a Phantom III engine unit. | ||
| View original record | To E. c. to Wor. c. to Hy. X1209 Hs/Rm.3/KW.3.10.36. Valve Gear Research. Referring to E.7/HP.1.10.36. This is to confirm our discussion that you are in agreement with the arrangements now in hand to… | ||
| scan0192 | Valve gear rig tests to investigate using plain carbon wire for cost reduction. | ||
| View original record | COPY. To EJJ. c. to Hy. Hs/Rm.6/KW.1.10.36. Valve Gear Rig Tests. In view of the present cost of valve spring wire, we are undertaking a series of experiments to enable design to modify our valve gear… | ||
| scan0193 | Equipment to be handed over for test bed No. 2c. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Wd./Ryce. X1209 Hs/Ed.21/JH. 5.10.36. No. 2c. Bed. It has been arranged that the above bed be taken over by Hs/Rm, and it was verbally agreed that the following tackle be handed over with it :-… | ||
| scan0194 | Instructions for the removal and replacement of equipment on test bed No. 2c. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ/JV. X1209 Hs/Ed.24/KW.5.10.36. No. 2c Bed. It has been arranged that the above bed is to be taken over from Hs/Wd. by Hs/Rm. after any tackle required by him has been removed, and it is… | ||
| scan0195 | List of required components and modifications for the oiling, instrument, brake, and petrol systems. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Ed.24/KW.5.10.36. II. Oiling System. (a) 1 Cooling Coil in tank, the oil passing through the coil which is immersed in water. A short circuiting valve to be fitted. (b) Two pressure gauges 0 -… | ||
| scan0196 | Requesting the installation of two 1' bore Wing Pumps for new dynamometer pits. | ||
| View original record | Millwrights Dept.from EJJ/JV. c to Hs/Rm. Exp. Dept. X1209 QRY EJJ/JV1/JC6. 10. 36. Re - PUMPS FOR NEW DYNAMOMETER PITS. Order No.316. Will you please arrange to have a 1" bore Wing Pump fixed on the… | ||
| scan0197 | List of requirements for setting up a new chassis dynamometer in the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | GRY X1209 Millwrights from EJJ/JV c to Hs/Rm. Order No.816 EJJ/JV4/MM6.10.36 RE: NEW CHASSIS DYNAMOMETER BUMPER EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. We send you herewith a list of requirements to enable the… | ||
| scan0198 | Internal order for parts required for the installation of a Bentley six-cylinder engine on a test bed. | ||
| View original record | ?1209 EDWARDS - Is this O.K? Pan Req from EJJ/JV o to Hs/Rm. Adams Order No.816 EJJ/JV12/MM9.10.36 RE: INSTALLATION OF BENTLEY SIX CYLINDER ENGINE ON NO.2.C TEST BED. Please order from Messrs… | ||
| scan0199 | Order detailing the installation of a Bentley 6-cylinder engine on the No. 2.C test bed, listing required equipment and modifications. | ||
| View original record | Millwrights from EJJ/JV c to Hs/Rm. c to Hs/Wd. Order No.816 EJJ/JV11/MM9.10.36 RE: INSTALLATION OF BENTLEY 6 CYLINDER ENGINE ON NO.2.C TEST BED. It has been arranged that the above Test Bed be taken… | ||
| scan0200 | Requesting urgent action on a job related to the petrol system. | ||
| View original record | Continued No.2. EJJ/JV11/MM9.10.36 4. Petrol System. In order that no delay shall occur on this job Hs/Wd has agreed to loan any portion of tackle from his section so that the bed can be running as… | ||
| scan0201 | Confirming the verbally agreed arrangement for an open wire partition to maximize space. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ/JV. x1209 Hs/Ed.A/JH.12.10.36. No. 2c. Bed. With regard to the open wire partition it was verbally agreed to erect, it was arranged with Hs/Ryce. yesterday that the maximum economy of space… | ||
| scan0202 | Instruction to halt work on specific items for the installation of a Bentley Six Cylinder engine on test bed No.2.C. | ||
| View original record | EDWARDS x/209 Millwrights from EJJ/JV c to Hs/Wd. c to Hs/Hm. Order No.816 EJJ/JV6/MM12.10.36. RE: INSTALLATION OF BENTLEY SIX CYLINDER ENGINE ON NO.2.C. TEST BED. Will you please note that it has… | ||
| scan0203 | From Rm. to EJJ. confirming a conversation about a table and requesting office maintenance. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. From Rm. r x1209 Rm.4/MJ.2.11.36 Confirming our conversation of this morning, the attached sketch shows the table we should like. Will you also please arrange to have the office walls… | ||
| scan0204 | Outlining proposed modifications and required equipment for the No. 4 Test House. | ||
| View original record | To - EJJ. c. to Rm. X1209 Wd.1/GB.4.11.36. No.4 TEST HOUSE MODIFICATIONS. We are anxious to re-arrange this test house in order to accommodate a second blower and possibly a third Exe single cylinder… | ||
| scan0205 | Proposed relocation of a small Universal Unit and other equipment within a test house. | ||
| View original record | Wd.1/GB.4.11.36. No.2. We do not propose immediately to make this change but would prefer to wait for your quotation and date of delivery for the above equipment. The change will involve moving the… | ||
| scan0206 | Issues with the exhaust system on No 30 Test Bed and proposing a new water-cooled manifold. | ||
| View original record | 8/1209 To EJJ. Rm/CTS.19/JH.5.11.36. No 30 Test Bed. Exhaust System. We have always had a lot of trouble with the exhaust system in the above test house. With further reference to our conversation,… | ||
| scan0207 | The cleanliness of the experimental yard. | ||
| View original record | 1209. EJJ. from Rm. c. to Mr. Peskett. Rm6/R.6.11.36. CLEANLINESS OF THE EXPERIMENTAL YARD. Attached is a copy of a note which we have written to all testers concerned. We should be glad if you would… | ||
| scan0208 | Requesting various improvements and tidying up tasks for the Experimental yard. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ. from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.1/EP.9.11.36 The cycle rack in the Experimental yard is not nearly big enough to house all the cycles which are brought in, consequently the yard cannot be made to… | ||
| scan0209 | Chasing up the replacement of a dynamometer in No.30 test bed. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ. Rm/Swd1.7/JH.23.11.36. No.30 Bed. We asked in the memo. HS/Swd1.6/JH.9.3.36. for the (2800 DP x 3) dynamometer to be replaced by a DP x 4 2400) in the above test house. This has not yet… | ||
| scan0210 | From 'Rm' to 'EJJ' requesting a filing table, attached millboards, and adjusted lights for the Typists' Office. | ||
| View original record | 1209 EJJ. from Rm. Rml/R.24.11.36. Will you please supply a filing table for the Typists' Office in the Experimental Department, as discussed with Mr. Valentine. Will you also have the millboards… | ||
| scan0211 | Modifications and storage arrangements for No.4 Test House. | ||
| View original record | 1209. Wd. from Rm. c. to EJJ. Rm4/R.6.11.36. No.4 TEST HOUSE MODIFICATIONS. Referring to Wd.1/GB.4.11.36., whilst we are in agreement with the small universal unit being transferred, we do not agree… | ||
| scan0212 | Requesting a telephone to be fitted in the Aero Section of the Experimental Test Office. | ||
| View original record | 1209. To EJJ. from Rm. Rm.32/AP.27.11.36. RE. TELEPHONE. Will you please arrange for a telephone to be fitted in the Aero Section of the Experimental Test Office. Present facilities are inadequate for… | ||
| scan0213 | Request to supply a workbench for a No. 2.C. bed with specific dimensions. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ/JV, from Rm/Ed. Rm/Ed.8/AP.1.12.36. No.2.C. BED Will you please supply a workbench for the above bed, overall dimensions 2' 0" broad by 4' 6" long, fitted with a narrow shelf at the back,… | ||
| scan0214 | Request for a special cooling apparatus for a Phantom III engine test bed using pressure cooling. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ. from Rm/Std. Rm/Std.7/AP.11.12.36. We shall shortly be running a Ph.III. engine on the test bed, using pressure cooling (maximum pressure likely to be used is 10 lbs/sq.in.) In order to… | ||
| scan0215 | Request to proceed with the installation of a variable speed motor for the road wheel dynamometer drums. | ||
| View original record | 1209 EJJ. from Rm. c. to Hs. Rm9/R.12.12.36. ELECTRIC DRIVE FOR ROAD WHEEL DYNAMOMETER DRUMS. Though provision was made for a variable speed motor to drive the road wheel dynamometer drums, its… | ||
| scan0216 | The direction of rotation for a valve gear rig. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ/JV. 1209 Rm/Ed.8/JH.31.12.36. Valve Gear Rig. Direction of Rotation. We observe that the direction of rotation of the B.T.H. motor driving the above job will be wrong when the engines are… | ||
| scan0217 | Necessity of the proposed equipment for the valve spring testing rig. | ||
| View original record | 1209. EJJ. from Rm. Rm9/R.29.12.36. (Dictated 24.12.36.) VALVE SPRING TESTING RIG. We went over the valve spring testing rig with Valentine last week. He raised the point that there were a number of… | ||
| scan0218 | Requesting instructions for testing the Wraith engine, including a change of brake on the test bed. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. from Rm/Swdl. 1209 LOGH Rm/Swdl.8/R.5.1.37. WRAITH. Will you please instruct for the necessary parts in order to test the above engine on the test bed, both the front engine suspension and the… | ||
| scan0219 | Preparations for testing the first Wraith engine in Test Bed No. 30, including the procurement of a suitable brake. | ||
| View original record | 1209. To Mr. Paskett. c. to EJJ. Rm/Swdl.3/JH.11.1.37. No.30 Test Bed. We understand that EJJ. has issued drawings for the rigging up of the first Wraith engine in the above test house. This engine is… | ||
| scan0220 | Transmission shaft for a Wraith engine on test bed No. 30. | ||
| View original record | Millwrights Dept.from EJJ/JV. c to Rm. Exp. Dept. LD44 1209 EJJ is absent. EJJ/JV10/JC15. 1. 37. Re - TRANSMISSION SHAFT FOR WRAITH ENGINE, NO. 30 TEST BED. Order No.816. We send you herewith… | ||
| scan0221 | Urgent request to instruct the making of a U-tube board for use in No.5 Test House. | ||
| View original record | 1209. γ To EJJ. from Rm/Mths. Rm/Mths.11/AP.15.1.37. Will you please instruct a U. tube board to be made up for use in No.5. Test House. This board should be similar in e very respect to previous… | ||
| scan0222 | Requesting an order for two sets of adjustable car props for use in the Experimental Garage. | ||
| View original record | J 1209. To EJJ. from Rm/FD. Rm/FD.4/AP.12.1.37. Will you please order 2 sets of G.E. Adjustable Car Props. Catalogue No. MA.268, from Messrs Joseph Bradbury Ltd., for use in the Experimental Garage.… | ||
| scan0223 | Request from Rm. to EJJ. to supply a blueprint cupboard for an office. | ||
| View original record | J-1209. EJJ. from Rm. Rm19/R.19.1.37. Will you please supply a blueprint cupboard to the attached sketch for my office. Rm. | ||
| scan0224 | Request to build four racks for storing and marking special bearing sets after testing. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ/JV. from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.1/AP.23.1.37. EXPERIMENTAL CHASSIS UNIT TEST. Extensive tests have been carried out on bearings, and we wish to retain all the special sets that have been run.… | ||
| scan0225 | Proposed rearrangement of engine test beds for various units. | ||
| View original record | COPY FOR RM. X Files To - EJJ / JV. 1209 Wd.1/GB.26.1.37. Swal I have agreed to this Rm SINGLE CYLINDER UNITS. As agreed verbally with you, we give below details of the proposed bed arrangement of the… | ||
| scan0226 | Task priority due to a delay with the 3rd air-cooled Exe unit. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Will you please then give this No.1. priority. The 3rd air cooled Exe unit will not be ready until end of April so that the other moves can be left in abeyance for a month. --------------------… | ||
| scan0227 | Proposed layout for single cylinder units, not to scale. | ||
| View original record | Wd.1/GB.26.1.37. PROPOSED LAYOUT FOR SINGLE CYLINDER UNITS. (Not to scale). 19 No alteration. Kestrel No.2 Unit. 20 No alteration. Kestrel No.1 Unit. (transferred from 2.a.) 21 No alteration. Merlin… | ||
| scan0228 | Instructions for rearranging and improving Test House No. 2 for experimental chassis testing. | ||
| View original record | EJJ/JV from Rm/Swdl. 1209 Rm/Swd1.6/M.3.2.37. Test House Arrangements (Exptl. Chassis) No. 2 Test House (2 a bed). As previously arranged the single cylinder Bentley Unit is to be removed complete… | ||
| scan0229 | List of proposals and equipment requirements for establishing a new engine test house. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - (4) 3 Oil tanks (B7411) from Messrs. J. Ash Ltd. with trestle to stand the tanks. (5) Tray for standing under oil tank taps 4' x 1'6" x 4". Tray for washing parts 4' x 2' x 4" to stand on… | ||
| scan0230 | List of equipment and specifications for a test setup, continued from a previous page. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - (3) Contd. It enables us to be nearer car conditions and be able to take water flows and heat flows without any further set up. We will forward a sketch of this. (4) Outside silences similar to… | ||
| scan0231 | List of equipment and modifications required for Test House No. 5. | ||
| View original record | - 4 - (17) lighting similar to No. 30. (18) Instrument board and controls as No. 30. (19) 1 Dustbin. (20) 2 Storage racks similar to those in the Garage Stores where all special parts common to all… | ||
| scan0232 | List of required modifications and maintenance tasks for a test facility. | ||
| View original record | - 5 - (5) Contd. The trench at present is higher at the drain end than at the non drain end and consequently it can never be dried out and cleaned. When incorporating the PhIII silencer at the petrol… | ||
| scan0233 | Modifications to a 40 HP Laurence Scott Dynamometer for improved accuracy. | ||
| View original record | 1209 EJJ/JV from Rm/Ed. Rm/Ed.16/M.3.2.37. 40 HP. Laurence Scott Dynamometers. With reference to the above dynamometer at present in use on No. 4C bed on the S/C Bentley Unit, we should like to raise… | ||
| scan0234 | Request to take a tapping off a water pipe for an oil cooler and to attend to a rusted exhaust silencer. | ||
| View original record | Mr. Peskett. 1209 Rm/Swdl.6/JH.4.2.37. Will you please arrange to take a tapping off the mains water pipe which runs through No.30 bed as soon as possible in order to connect up to the oil cooler.… | ||
| scan0235 | Order request for a blueprint cupboard for Mr. Robotham's office. | ||
| View original record | Req from EJJ/JV c to Rm. [Handwritten]: QRY 1209 Order No.718 EJJ/JV15/MM5.2.37 RE: BLUEPRINT CUPBOARD FOR MR.ROBOTHAM'S OFFICE. Please order from Messrs J.K. Ford & Weston Ltd., :- 1 - Cabinet 3'0"… | ||
| scan0236 | Confirming an agreement to alter bench drawers and lockers in No. 5 Test House. | ||
| View original record | 1209 J EJJ/JV from Rm/Mths. Rm/Mths5/M.15.2.37. No. 5 Test House. This is to confirm our conversation of the other day in which you agreed to alter bench drawers - and lockers in the above Test House.… | ||
| scan0237 | Confirming a verbal request to order parts for a modified Jaeger driver for use in No. 30 Test Bed. | ||
| View original record | 1209. EJJ/JV from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.3/m17.2.37. No. 30 Test Bed. This memo is to confirm our verbal request that you will order and instruct the necessary parts for the modified Jaeger driver (J.15191)… | ||
| scan0238 | Confirming the electrical requirements for a new petrol pump rig in the Garage Wash. | ||
| View original record | 1209 . EJJ/JV. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry3/R.19.2.37. Confirming our conversation, we want to be able to run an extensive petrol pump rig in the Garage Wash, and for this purpose we want a D.C. supply… | ||
| scan0239 | Short memo requesting the repair of Rm's chair before his return from America. | ||
| View original record | 1209. EJJ/JV. Rm/R.20.2.37. Will you please have Rm's chair repaired sometime before he returns from America. Rm/R. | ||
| scan0240 | Instructions for the installation of a Wraith engine in No. 30 Test House. | ||
| View original record | Millwrights Dept. from EJJ/JV. c to Rm. Exp. Dept. 1209 1044 [Illegible signature] EJJ is absent. EJJ/JV15/JC11. 1. 37. Re - INSTALLATION OF WRAITH ENGINE IN NO.30 TEST HOUSE. Order No.816. We send… | ||
| scan0241 | Instruction to remove machinery and dismantle walls in the old Buffing Shop to convert it into a garage. | ||
| View original record | 1209 Millwrights from EJJ/JV c to Rm/Dodd Order No.719 EJJ is absent. EJJ/JV4/MM23.2.37 RE: REMOVAL OF GARAGE. Will you please remove the machinery out of the pit in the old Buffing Shop which is… | ||
| scan0242 | The order of a blow lamp for general work at Shardlow. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. from Rm/AFM. 1209 Rm/AFM.9/AP.2.3.37. SOLDERING LAMP FOR SHARDLOW. Will you please order a blow lamp numbered 437.K. on page 298 of The British Steam Specialities Ltd. Catalogue. This is… | ||
| scan0243 | Requesting alterations to bench drawers and lockers in No.5 Test House for additional tool and tackle storage. | ||
| View original record | 1209. To EJJ/JV. Rm/Mths.5/AP.3.3.37. No.5. TEST HOUSE. Further to our memo Rm/Mths.5/M.15.2.37. we should like the bench drawers and lockers altering as soon as possible, as we are short of storage… | ||
| scan0244 | Request for new storage racks for the overloaded Experimental Garage stores. | ||
| View original record | 1209. To EJJ. from Rm/FD. Rm/FD.14/AP.4.3.37. Experimental Garage. The present stores is overloaded with material and we have insufficient racks to accommodate our stock. Will you please arrange to… | ||
| scan0245 | Testing a water-cooled exhaust manifold and requesting a second test bed be rigged up similarly. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. 1209 Rm/CTS.2/JH.1.4.37. No.30 Test House. We have thoroughly tested the water cooled exhaust manifold supplied for one engine in the above test house. This arrangement is most satisfactory.… | ||
| scan0246 | The repair and replacement of a dynamometer on the No. 30 Bentley test bed. | ||
| View original record | 1209. Mr. Peskett. c. EJJ. Rm/Swdl.1/R.3.4.37. No 30 Bed. According to the Order Office, the Dynamometer B.10275, which is away for repair at Heenan & Froude's, should be delivered back to the Works… | ||
| scan0247 | Confirming the fitting of an overhauled dynamometer and couplings in Test House No.30. | ||
| View original record | 1209. To EJJ/JV. from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.12/AP.7.4.37 No.30 TEST HOUSE This memo to confirm that in conjunction with the fitting of the overhauled dynamometer B.10275 you will also fit up-to-date… | ||
| scan0248 | Improvements and requests for the Experimental Yard and Test Houses. | ||
| View original record | J 1209. To EJJ. from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.13/AP.9.4.37 EXPERIMENTAL YARD AND TEST HOUSES With the present arrangement of the open fronted wash shed in the Experimental Yard, aluminium machinings, paraffin… | ||
| scan0249 | Requesting painting and other finishing jobs for No. 30 Test House following an overhaul. | ||
| View original record | 1209. To Mr. Peskett. Rm/CTS.9/JH.14.4.37. No. 30 Test House. At the present time the Millwrights are overhauling one of the beds in the above test house. When they have finished; this test house will… | ||
| scan0250 | The order of various pieces of workshop equipment. | ||
| View original record | 1209. To EJJ/JV. from Rm/Ed. Rm/Ed.9/AP.14.4.37 No.2.Bed. Will you please order the tackle called for in memo Rm/Swdl.6/M.3.2.37 as under:- 1. Old type Jaeger rev. counter 0-6000 R.P.M. 2. 3 Oil tanks… | ||
| scan0251 | Specifying the minimum width for new car hoists and requesting an overhaul of the electric lights in the Experimental Garage. | ||
| View original record | 1209, To Mr. Valentine. Rm/FD.1/JH.15.4.37. With reference to the proposed car hoists for the Experimental Garage. We shall require a minimum width of 7.ft. 6 ins. to enable us to get a bodied Phantom… | ||
| scan0252 | Requesting the purchase of 2 pairs of rubber boots for the experimental garage. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. Valentine. 1209 Rm/FD.15/JH.20.4.37. Will you please obtain 2 pairs of rubber boots for car washing size 8, for use in the exptl. Garage. Rm/F.Dodd. | ||
| scan0253 | Modifications and equipment for bumper test rigs. | ||
| View original record | 1209. EJJ. from Rm/Les. Rm/Les7/R.21.4.37. BUMPER TEST RIGS. The electrical drive for the one bumper chassis is very satisfactory. Will you please, therefore, arrange for the second rig to be… | ||
| scan0254 | Request to construct racks for holding six Bentley or 25/30 HP radiators in the new Experimental Garage Stores. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. from Rm/Std. 1209 Rm/Std.2/AP.20.5.37 Will you please arrange to construct suitable racks to hold six Bentley or 25/30 HP. radiators vertically, similar racks to those used on Production… | ||
| scan0255 | Requesting that the Millwrights vacate No.2 Test House which they are using as a workshop. | ||
| View original record | Mr. Peskett. c. Hs. c. EJJ/JV. 1209 Rm1/R.24.5.37. CO-OPERATION OF TEST HOUSE BY MILLWRIGHTS. For a number of weeks now the Millwrights have been using No.2 Test House as a Depot for their equipment… | ||
| scan0256 | Request to order the best quality linoleum for an office. | ||
| View original record | EJJ/JV. from Rm. 1209 Rm14/R.28.5.37. Will you please order up sufficient quantity of Linoleum of the number specified for my office. I understand from Hy. that it pays to have the best quality lino,… | ||
| scan0257 | Request to obtain one Jubilee model car hoist for use in the experimental garage. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. 1209 Rm/FD.5/JH.5.6.37. Will you please obtain one Jubilee model car hoist for use in the experimental garage. This will relieve the work on the one pit which we have in use at the moment.… | ||
| scan0258 | The worn-out and obsolete petrol pump in the Experimental Garage, requesting a decision on its repair or replacement. | ||
| View original record | EJJ/JV. from Rm. c. Hs. 1209 Rm5/R.7.6.37. The petrol pump in the Experimental Garage is now getting worn out and obsolete, and takes two people to operate. As we supply petrol to the test beds and… | ||
| scan0259 | The urgent need for cleaning the Generator House and the establishment of a regular weekly cleaning schedule. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten]: Millwrights Dept. From EJJ/JV. [Handwritten over typed text]: F. Dodd. L. Swindell. Please note [Handwritten]: issued [crossed out] o to Rd. [Handwritten]: 1209. EJJ/JV2/JC16. 6. 37. Re… | ||
| scan0260 | Request to extend the car wash in the experimental garage for petrol tests on carburettors and pumps. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. 1209 Rm/FD.4/JH.22.6.37. EXPERIMENTAL GARAGE. Will you please arrange to have the following extensions made to the present car wash to enable us to carry out petrol tests with carburettors and… | ||
| scan0261 | Request to have two vices fitted on stands erected in the new section of the experimental garage. | ||
| View original record | To EJ J. 1209 Rm/FD.20/JH.24.6.37. Will you please have 2 vices fitted on stands erected in the new section of the experimental garage. Rm/F.Dodd. | ||
| scan0262 | Urgent request for a mechanic's working bench for the Experimental Garage. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. 1209.8 Rm/FD.3/JH.22.6.37. EXPERIMENTAL GARAGE. Will you please order a 16' long mechanic working bench fitted up with 3 vices and 4 drawers for use in the above Garage. This is urgently… | ||
| scan0263 | Letter from the National Physical Laboratory regarding the brand of paint used on their cement floor. | ||
| View original record | s/w 1209 TELEGRAMS :- "PHYSICS TEDDINGTON" TELEPHONE:- MOLESEY 1380 (11 LINES) The National Physical Laboratory. ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT Teddington. Middlesex. ROUTE FROM STATION (½ MILE.) ADELAIDE… | ||
| scan0264 | Recommending the trial of a specific floor paint used at the National Physical Laboratory. | ||
| View original record | 1209 EJJ. from Rm. c. Hs. FLOOR PAINT. When visiting the National Physical Laboratory at Teddington last week, I was impressed with the fact that the floor of their Engineering Laboratories were far… | ||
| scan0265 | Request to obtain a sample of 'Kewato' floor paint from The Indestructible Paint Co., Ltd. | ||
| View original record | Copy from EJJ/FGS. c to Rm. 1209 JV is absent. EJJ/FGS9/JC12. 7. 37. Re - SAMPLE OF FLOOR PAINT. Will you please obtain from The Indestructible Paint Co.,Ltd., Cleopatra Works, Park Royal, N.W.10, a… | ||
| scan0266 | From Rm to EJJ requesting an electric fan and a sun blind for an office. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. from Rm. 1209 Rm10/R.2.8.37. Will you please supply an electric fan and a sun blind for my office. Rm. | ||
| scan0267 | New procedures for work requisitions and order numbers for the Millwrights Department. | ||
| View original record | To All Officials, Superintendents & Foremen. MILLWRIGHTS DEPARTMENT. As from 9.8.37 no work may be booked on bonus cards to any of the following order numbers by any department (except by Millwrights… | ||
| scan0268 | Procedural notes on booking work for various departments including Millwrights, Testing, and Laboratory. | ||
| View original record | -2- Work done for Millwrights Department by Other Departments. When the Millwrights Department requires work from another department they will state on their note the Order Number and requisition… | ||
| scan0269 | Blank Millwright's Requisition form for work costing no more than thirty shillings. | ||
| View original record | RR186 (100P) [4302] 14-6-37) G.C.E. DATE WORK REQUIRED MILLWRIGHT'S REQUISITION. O/N 45 /A THIS REQUISITION TO BE USED ONLY FOR WORK WHICH DOES NOT COST MORE THAN THIRTY SHILLINGS. For Millwright's… | ||
| scan0270 | Blank millwright's requisition form for work estimated to cost over 30/- and under £50. | ||
| View original record | 1188 (100M) 43021 14-6-27) G.C.B. TO EQUIPMENT DEPARTMENT. MILLWRIGHT'S REQUISITION. O/N 147 /B This Requisition is to be used for work estimated to cost over 30/- and under £50. Date Issued Date… | ||
| scan0271 | Millwright's requisition form for the Equipment Department for work estimated to cost over £50. | ||
| View original record | (157) (200) (1202: 14.8.27) O.C.M. TO EQUIPMENT DEPARTMENT. MILLWRIGHT'S REQUISITION. O/N 40 /C THIS REQUISITION IS TO BE USED FOR WORK ESTIMATED TO COST OVER £50. DATE ISSUED DATE STARTED DATE… | ||
| scan0272 | Outlining a new ruling for requesting and assigning work to the millwrights. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/Mths. c. to Rm/CTS. c. to Rm/Ed. 1209 Rm/Swdl.5/JH.9.8.37. From today a new ruling regarding any work required to be carried out by the Millwrights is to be adopted, however small the job. When… | ||
| scan0273 | Requesting the conversion of a Bentley test bed in No.30 Test House for the Wraith III unit. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. from Rm/Swdl. 1209 Rm/Swdl.2/AP.1.9.37 No.30 TEST HOUSE We should like to convert the Bentley test bed in No.30 suitable for Wraith III. unit as soon as possible. Drawings for the necessary… | ||
| scan0274 | Request for a replacement switch gear part for a failed Rotax Heavy Driller. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. from Rm/AFM. 1209 Rm/AFM.4/MH.9.9.37. ROTAX HEAVY DRILLER. Herewith part of the switch gear of a Rotax Driller A.51234, which has failed. Will you please obtain a replacement as soon as… | ||
| scan0275 | The position of a wheel rack ordered for the Experimental garage. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ/JV. from Rm/FD. 1209 Rm/FD.14/MH.30.9.37. Can you please let us know the position of the wheel rack ordered for the Expl. garage. Rm/FD. | ||
| scan0276 | The installation of a Phantom II engine drive on a chassis bumper. | ||
| View original record | Millwrights Dept.(2) from EJJ/JV. c to Rm. Exp.Dept. 1209 LES EJJ/JV38/JC1. 10. 37. Re - INSTALLATION OF P.II ENGINE DRIVE ON CHASSIS BUMPER, IN EXPERIMENTAL GARAGE. Order No.816. Job No.C.1923. It is… | ||
| scan0277 | Request to have the electric lights altered in the Experimental Test Section Office. | ||
| View original record | EEJ. from Rm. 1209 Rm4/R.11.10.37. Will you please have the electric lights altered in the Experimental Test Section Office. Rm. | ||
| scan0278 | Request to supply two tool boxes for use in the Experimental Garage. | ||
| View original record | Pattern Shop from EJJ/JV. C/o Rm/Exp.Dept. 1209 EJJ/JV16/JC11. 10. 37. Re - TOOL BOXES FOR EXPERIMENTAL GARAGE. Order No.711. Job No.415/A. Please supply two Tool Boxes for use in the Experimental… | ||
| scan0279 | Instruction to the Millwrights Department to produce and fit cams for a bumper for the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | Millwrights Dept.(2) from EJJ/JV. c to Rm/Leslie. Exp.Dept. 1209 EJJ/JV18/JC11. 10. 37. Re - CAMS FOR BUMPER, EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Order No.816. Job No.2211/B. Please produce and fit four 3/4"… | ||
| scan0280 | Outlining the installation of an electric drive on the second chassis bumper in the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | Millwrights Dept.(2).from EJJ/JV. c to Rm/Leslie. Exp.Dept. 1209 EJJ/JV2/JC11. 10. 37. Re - INSTALLATION OF ELECTRIC DRIVE ON SECOND CHASSIS BUMPER. ADJOINING NO.2 SHOP. Order No.816. Job No.C.1926.… | ||
| scan0281 | Request to obtain and supply 5 lbs of Mercury for use in 'U' tubes in No.30 Test Bed. | ||
| View original record | EJJ/JV. from Rm/CTS. 1209 Rm/CTS4/R.5.11.37. No.30 TEST BED. Will you please obtain and supply 5 lbs of Mercury for use in 'U' tubes in the above Test House. Rm/CTS. | ||
| scan0282 | The order of a metal store cupboard for storing delicate apparatus. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. from Rm/Std. x 1209 Rm/Std.4/MH.8.11.37. Will you please order for us one art metal store cupboard 30" x 39" x 18" fitted with three equally spaced shelves. This is to be used for storing… | ||
| scan0283 | Troubleshooting for a dynamometer (DPX.4) that had issues with speed control and a tight control wheel. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ/JV. from Rm/Swdl. 1209 Rm/Swdl.6/AP.9.11.37. Regarding the dynamometer DPX.4. (B.17860) which was removed from the Ph.III. bed in No.5. Test House some time ago for attention, the troubles were… | ||
| scan0284 | Requesting the rectification of a drain tray under evaporator coils. | ||
| View original record | Mr. Valentine. 1209 Rm/FD.7/JH.17.11.37. Will you please rectify the drain to tray under the evaporator coils, at present we have 1½" of water always left above the drain level. The job has been shown… | ||
| scan0285 | Internal order request for a steel cupboard for the Experimental Garage. | ||
| View original record | from EJJ/JV. c to Rm/Std. EJJ/JV28/JC18. 11. 37. Handwritten: R/1209. 711. Re - CUPBOARD FOR EXPERIMENTAL GARAGE. Please order:- 1 - Steel Cupboard, 39" high x 30" wide x 18" deep, fitted with three… | ||
| scan0286 | Request to supply 'Wilmot' swivel castors for the brake test rig in the garage. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. from Rm/AFM. 1209 Rm/AFM.6/MH.9.12.37. BRAKE TEST RIG IN GARAGE. In connection with the above will you please supply 4 "Wilmot" swivel castors, B.S.S. No.56. We understand that these are kept… | ||
| scan0287 | Request for a lock-up steel cabinet to store instruments and tools for brake experiments. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. from Rm/AFM. 1209 Rm/AFM1/R.16.12.37. LOCK-UP STEEL CABINET. We have a number of instruments and special tools used for brake experiments which unless they are locked up are liable to be broken… | ||
| scan0288 | Repairs and a request for a length of hose for the car washing plant in the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | from EJJ/JV c to Rm/Dodd. 1209 EJJ/JV17/MM18.12.37 808 Job No.B.2214. RE: REPAIRS TO CAR WASHING PLANT EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. 1 - 30'0" length of hose to old sample of no value which should be… | ||
| scan0289 | Internal order for a steel cabinet for the Experimental Department's Bumper Section. | ||
| View original record | from EJJ/JV. c to Rm/AFM. 1209? EJJ/JV4/JG21. 12. 37. 711. Re - STEEL CABINET FOR INSTRUMENTS & TOOLS, EXPERIMENTAL DEPT. BUMPER SECTION. Please order:- 1 - Steel Cabinet, 39" high x 30" wide x 18"… | ||
| scan0290 | Requesting start and completion dates for fitting a universal test bed into No.5 Test House (Bentley Bed). | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ/JV. from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.1/MH.12.1.38. NO.5 TEST HOUSE (BENTLEY BED). In view of the decision to fit the universal test bed tackle originally intended for No.33 bed and now to go in No.5,… | ||
| scan0291 | Work order for 12 terminals to be made for the Electrical Laboratory. | ||
| View original record | Millwrights (2) (struck through) from EJJ/JV. 1209. EJJ/JV18/JW.15.3.38. c. to Rm. Order No.555/Job No.A.31941. RE : ELECTRICAL LABORATORY. Please have made 12 - Terminals to attached print herewith,… | ||
| scan0292 | Confirming the refitting of one dynamometer and the storage of a spare for the test house. | ||
| View original record | 1209. To Mr.Peskett from Rm/Swdl. c. to EJJ/JV. Rm/Swdl.2/AP.22.3.38 No.5. TEST HOUSE. This memo is to confirm that you will refit the existing dynamometer DPX.4 (B.11310) which is working… | ||
| scan0293 | Request to order an Art Metal Cupboard for the Chassis Test Office. | ||
| View original record | 120Q EJJ/JV. from Rm. Rml/R.25.3.38. Will you please order for use in Chassis Test Office 1 Art Metal Cupboard, as previously supplied for the Strong Room to the following approximate dimensions:- 72"… | ||
| scan0294 | Requesting the repair of a Capstan Micrometer clock. | ||
| View original record | 1209. EJJ. from Rm. Rm1/R.26.3.38. Will you please arrange for one of our Capstan Micrometer clocks to be repaired. Rm. | ||
| scan0295 | To Mr. Peskett requesting the repair of a radiator that is permanently on in an office. | ||
| View original record | 1209. Mr. Peskett. Rm/R30.3.38. Will you please have the radiator in Rm's Office put in order. At the moment the heat is on permanently. Kindly give this your immediate attention. Rm/R. | ||
| scan0296 | Internal order request for additional office furniture. | ||
| View original record | from EJJ/JV. o to Rm. 120H. EJJ/JV8/JO31. 3. 38. 53/718. Re - ADDITIONAL FURNITURE FOR Rm's GENERAL OFFICE. ===================================================== Please order:- 1 - Art Metal, Steel… | ||
| scan0297 | Internal order to fit an electric fan in the office of No. 30 Test House. | ||
| View original record | Millwrights (strikethrough) (2). from EJJ/JV. c. to Mr. Robotham. 1209 EJJ/JV21/JW1.4.38. Order No.811/Job No.6010.B. RE :- NO.30 TEST HOUSE - DEPARTMENT 479. Please arrange to fit one Electric Fan in… | ||
| scan0298 | Listing outstanding work for the completion of No. 5 Test House. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ/JV. from Rm/Mths. Rm/Mths.2/MH.22.4.38. NO. 5 TEST HOUSE. The following items are still outstanding for the completion of the above test House. (1) Electrical. Two extra lights are… | ||
| scan0299 | Requesting a scheme for a new engine mounting to be taken off the cylinder block. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ/JV. c, to Mr. Peskett. 1909 Rm/Swdl.14/JH.29.4.38. No.30 Test House. In view of the deletion of the front engine feet on the crankcase will you scheme and instruct for a mounting to be taken… | ||
| scan0300 | Urgent memo regarding the replacement of a faulty dynamometer in Test House No.30. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To Mr. Peskett. c. to EJJ/JV. Rm/Swdl.15/JH.29.4.38. URGENT. No.30 Test House. (DPX4) The dynamometer in the above test house (B.10275) is becoming uncontrollable at high speeds. Will you please… | ||
| scan0301 | Request to repaint the inside of No. 2 test house. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ/JV. from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.8/MH.11.5.38. NO. 2 TEST HOUSE. Will you please repaint the inside of the above test house complete as per the attached requestion 4811/B as soon as possible. The… | ||
| scan0302 | To Mr. Valentine requesting the fitting of parts for hand-operating roll shutters. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To Mr. Valentine, Rm/FD./JH.11.5.38. The parts have arrived and are in the exptl. garage, for operating the roll shutters by hand. Will you please arrange to have these fitted as soon as… | ||
| scan0303 | Requesting the mounting of an Oldsmobile unit onto the No.5 Test House universal bed for testing. | ||
| View original record | 1209. To EJJ/JV. Rm/Swdl.20/JH.16.5.38. No.5 Test House (Universal Bed.). We wish to mount the Oldsmobile unit on the above bed to carry out some tests and attach herewith a requisition sheet cover… | ||
| scan0304 | Request for a cover for a drawing board in the Experimental Test Office. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ/JV. from Rm/NRC. Rm/NRC.1/MH.1.6.38. Will you please let us have a cover for the drawing board in Experimental Test Office. The board is 42" wide. Rm/NRC. | ||
| scan0305 | Requesting a new pressure gauge for a test rig and the return of another gauge for repair. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. from Rm/AFM. c. Roy/Ms. 1209 Rm/AFM.2/MH.1.6.38. PRESSURE GAUGE FOR TEST RIG. Will you please obtain as quickly as possible a Hopkinson Pressure Gauge with 5" dial, reading up to 800 lbs. per… | ||
| scan0306 | Requesting the Chassis Conference Room to be re-painted and decorated. | ||
| View original record | 1209. EJJ. from Rm. Rm4/R.13.6.38. CHASSIS CONFERENCE ROOM. Will you please arrange to have the Chassis Conference Room re-painted and decorated. Rm. | ||
| scan0307 | Requirements for installing the experimental B.60 engine in No. 5 Test House. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. from Rm/Swdl. 1209 Rm/Swdl.1/MH.14.7.38. NO. 5 TEST HOUSE. We stated in our memo Rm/Swdl.3/MH.26.1.38 that the installation of the B.60 engine on the present Ph.III bed should be taken into… | ||
| scan0308 | Specifications for connecting an engine to a dynamometer, detailing oil cooler connections and flywheel modifications. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/Swdl.1/MH.14.7.38. (5) A scheme is necessary to connect up the oil cooler and filter and there are no external oil pipe connections on this engine. (6) There will be no clutch case or gear box,… | ||
| scan0309 | Internal requisition request for measures and oil draining trays for No. 30 Test House. | ||
| View original record | 1209. To EJJ. Rm/Swdl.17/JH.16.8.38. No.30 Test House. Will you please order a set of measures for the above test house as follows - 1 Gallon 1/2 " 1 Quart 1 Pint 1/2 Pint 2 square trays for oil… | ||
| scan0310 | Request to supply three keys as per an attached model. | ||
| View original record | 1209. EJJ/Mr. Causer. Rm/Cr7/R.18.8.38. Please supply three keys as per the attached model. Rm/Cr. | ||
| scan0311 | Preparing schemes for the installation of a B.80 engine into No.30 test house. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ. Rm/Swdl.5/JH.19.8.38. No.30 Test House. When you have completed your schemes and instructions for the installation of the B.60 engine in No.5 test house in accordance with our memo.… | ||
| scan0312 | The preparation of sandbags to be used as ballast for suspension tests. | ||
| View original record | 1209. To EJJ. Rm/AFM.19/JH.24.8.38. Sand Bags for Ballast. Will you please have the 8 sand bags you made for us, filled with sand, and tightly sewn up. The finished weight of each bag should be 70… | ||
| scan0313 | Chasing up a request to repaint the Chassis Conference Room. | ||
| View original record | 1209. EJJ. from Rm. Rm3/R.25.8.38. CHASSIS CONFERENCE ROOM. Rather more than two months ago, we asked you to re-paint the Chassis Conference Room. So far nothing has been done. Will you please put the… | ||
| scan0314 | Request for the re-decoration of the Chassis Conference Room. | ||
| View original record | Py. from EJJ c to Rm. R.R. 194 1209 Sheet No. REPLACEMENT OR ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT. 30.8.38 TITLE: Chassis Conference Room. DESCRIPTION OF ITEM REQUIRED.: Re-decoration. REQUESTED BY (FULL NAME NOT… | ||
| scan0315 | Requesting a standard type desk for the test office. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ. Rm/RC.2/JH.1.9.38. Will you please provide one standard type desk for Rm's. test office. Rm/RC. | ||
| scan0316 | Modifications required for testing the B.60 engine in No.5 Test House. | ||
| View original record | 1044. To EJJ/JV. from Rm/Swdl. c. Millwrights. Rm/Swdl.3/MH.2.9.38. B.60 ENGINE No.5 TEST HOUSE. It is anticipated that the first B.60 engine will be ready for test on the 14th. of this month, and we… | ||
| scan0317 | The polishing of a desk in Rm's office. | ||
| View original record | 1209 EJJ/JSA. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry2/R.5.9.38. Will you please arrange for the desk in Rm's office to be polished before he returns from holiday. Rm/Gry. | ||
| scan0318 | To the Millwrights Department regarding the transport of tackle and disposal of a dynamometer. | ||
| View original record | To Millwrights Dept. c. EJJ. 1209 Rm/Swdl.5/MH.14.9.38. Will you please transport the tackle as removed from the Ph.III bed in No.5 test house, to Shardlow for storage. There is also an old 2800… | ||
| scan0319 | Instruction to make and fit a drawer to the bench in No.5 test house. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ. from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.7/MH.19.9.38. No.5 TEST HOUSE. Will you please instruct for a drawer to be made and fitted to the bench in No.5 test house. Rm/Swdl. | ||
| scan0320 | Installation of a B.80 engine in No. 30 Test House, specifying the use of 'adjustable jack' pedestals. | ||
| View original record | To LJJ. from Rm/Swdl. 1209. Rm/Swdl.17/MH.22.9.38. No.30 TEST HOUSE. Further to our memo Rm/Swdl.5/JH.19.8.38, re the installation of the B.80 engine in the above test house, we would like you to… | ||
| scan0321 | Request to supply fire buckets and sand for Shardlow Garage to comply with petrol storage regulations. | ||
| View original record | 1209. To EJJ. Rm/FD.2/JH.27.9.38. re Shardlow Garage. T Will you please arrange to supply and deliver to Shardlow Garage 6 fire buckets and ½ ton of dry sand. This is to comply with petrol storage… | ||
| scan0322 | Potential construction of a Road Spring Endurance Test Machine. | ||
| View original record | 1209. To EJJ. Rm/AFM.14/JH.6.10.38. Road Spring Endurance Test Machine. We would like to make a machine for testing springs similar to the one shown on the drawing herewith, which it is stated cost… | ||
| scan0323 | Requesting the purchase of a 1-gallon milk can for the experimental chassis beds. | ||
| View original record | 1209. To EJJ. from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.2/MH.14.10.38. Will you please order a 1-gallon milk can for use on the experimental chassis beds. Attached sheet to cover the job. When available deliver to… | ||
| scan0324 | Request to issue an oil skin coat for labourers use in No. 5 test house. | ||
| View original record | 1209. To EJJ. Rm/Swd1.5/JH.26.10.38. Will you please issue an oil skin coat for labourers use No. 5 test house. Rm/Swd1. | ||
| scan0325 | Request for a small office cupboard to store samples of failures. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.3/MH.27.10.38. Will you please supply for Rm's office a small cupboard to match the present furniture 2' high 2' wide and 18" deep, with one shelf half way up. A ball… | ||
| scan0326 | The order of a four-drawer filing cabinet for a test house. | ||
| View original record | 1209 - To EJJ. from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.8/MH.31.10.38. Will you please order - One Milner's Four-drawer Filing Cabinet. This is for office use in No.30 Test house. When available delivery to Rm/CTS.… | ||
| scan0327 | Request to obtain a vacuum gauge for measuring induction pipe depression on a car. | ||
| View original record | 1209. EJJ. from Rm/FJH. Rm/FJH3/R.2.11.38. Will you please obtain for us a vacuum gauge, 3" dia. and with flanged case, calibrated in lbs/sq. inch up to 14 or 15 lbs. Negretti & Zambra appear to make… | ||
| scan0328 | Order for a vacuum gauge for the Experimental Chassis Department. | ||
| View original record | Roy. from EJJ/HC. c.c. to Rm/FJH. 1209 EJJ/HC2/JW.4.11.38. Department No.479/Order No.52429. RE :- EXPERIMENTAL CHASSIS DEPARTMENT. Please send an order to Messrs. Negretti & Zambra Ltd., for :- 1 -… | ||
| scan0329 | Request to obtain a complete lighting set for a Laycock hoist in the experimental garage. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ. Rm/FD.2/JH.5.11.38. Will you please obtain the lighting set complete for fitting to the Laycock hoist in the experimental garage. The attached folder shows details, cost as given is… | ||
| scan0330 | Electrifying the Bump House and retaining a petrol motor as an alternative drive for a bump rig. | ||
| View original record | 1209 EJJ. from Rm/AFM. Rm/AFM2/R.7.11.38. BUMP HOUSE. We want to get the second set of drums in the Bump House electrified. We have the necessary electric motor and new pulley wheels. We find,… | ||
| scan0331 | Requesting provision for installing a B.60 engine on the same test bed as a B.80 engine in Test House No. 30. | ||
| View original record | 1209. To EJJ. from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.5/MH.9.11.38. NO. 30 TEST HOUSE. Further to the installation scheme for the B.80 engine in the above test house, will you please make provision for the installation… | ||
| scan0332 | Inquiry regarding the current requirements for a new portable arc welder to be used on chassis frames. | ||
| View original record | 1024 12094 1010 E.P.S. from Rm/A.F.M. c. E.J.J. Rm/AFM5/R.9.11.38. PORTABLE ARC WELDER. We understand that you have ordered a portable motor-generator set for arc welding. Can you please say what… | ||
| scan0333 | Requesting an urgent modification to the inlet water pipes for the B.60 engine in No. 5 Test House. | ||
| View original record | 1208. To EJJ. from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.4/MH.9.11.38. NO.5 TEST HOUSE. Will you please instruct for the inlet water pipes from the header tank to the B.60 engine, which is at present a 1" dia. pipe, be… | ||
| scan0334 | Order for a custom oak cabinet for Mr. Robotham's office. | ||
| View original record | Boy from EJJ/JSA c to Ford-Weston c to Mr.Full (F & W) c to Rm/Gry. 1209 Extra copies attached at Order Office request. 479/718 EJJ/JSA3/MM/11.11.38. RE: CABINET FOR MR.ROBOTHAM'S OFFICE. Please send… | ||
| scan0335 | Request form for an oak cabinet for Mr. Robotham's office to store samples of failures. | ||
| View original record | from EJJ c to Rm/Gry. YOUR FILING COPY. 1297 Sheet No. 7.11.38. REPLACEMENT OR ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT. TITLE: Mr.Robotham's Office. DESCRIPTION OF ITEM REQUIRED.: One oak cabinet 2'0" high x 2'0" wide x… | ||
| scan0336 | Requesting the relocation of the Silencer Chamber for No.30 Test Bed, with handwritten approval and notes. | ||
| View original record | 1209 Millwrights (2) from EJJ/DH. c. Rm/Swdl. EJJ/DH.3/JA.21.11.38. B.16268/479/816. IS THIS OK? [Handwritten in red ink with a signature] RE:- NO.30 TEST BED. Will you please arrange to move the… | ||
| scan0337 | Instructions to the Millwrights for converting the No.30 test bed for a B.80 unit. | ||
| View original record | To The Millwrights. c. EJJ. 1209. Rm/Swdl.S/MH.30.11.38. B.80 UNIT IN NO.30 TEST BLD. It is anticipated that the above unit will be ready for test in the 3rd. week in December. Will you please make… | ||
| scan0338 | Urgent memo regarding the installation of a B.60 unit on a universal bed in No. 5 Test House. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. from Rm/Swdl. 1209. Rm/Swdl.7/MH.30.11.38. URGENT. NO. 5 TEST HOUSE. Will you please scheme out the necessary tackle for installation of the B.60 unit on the universal bed in the above test… | ||
| scan0339 | Temporary setup for a B.80 unit on the No.30 test bed. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ. from Rm/Swdl. c. Millwrights. Rm/Swdl.4/MH.16.12.38. B.80 UNIT (NO.30 TEST BED). Owing to a modification to the clutch case pattern it will be several weeks before a case is available,… | ||
| scan0340 | Requesting the fitting of a 1½ inch pipe to the engine and water header tank for the installation of B.80 - No. 30 Bed. | ||
| View original record | Millwrights (2) from EJJ/DH. 1209 c. to Rm/Swdl. EJJ/DH.2/EG. 20.12.38. Job No. B.5214/Dept. 479/Order No. 555. re - INSTALLATION OF B.80 - NO. 30 BED. Further to our memo ref. EJJ/DH.8/EG. 19.12.38.,… | ||
| scan0341 | Requesting the installation of extra heating in the bump house due to poor conditions. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ. Rm/AFM.8/JH.23.12.38. BUMP HOUSE HEATING. The heating in the bump house is rather poor, and in the recent cold weather it has been particularly noticeable, the temperature being 45°F.… | ||
| scan0342 | Urging the completion of the B.80 engine installation in No. 30 Test House. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To Millwrights. c. EJJ. Rm/Swdl.8/MH.29.12.38. NO.30 TEST HOUSE. Will you please urge the completion of the installation of the B.80 engine in the above test house. We should like to get the… | ||
| scan0343 | Request to arrange for a telephone to be installed in the office of No.30 Test House. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ. from Rm/CTS. Rm/CTS.2/MH.29.12.38. Will you please make the necessary arrangements and have a telephone installed in the office of No.30 Test House. Rm/CTS. | ||
| scan0344 | Modifications for engine beds in No. 2 and No. 5 test houses. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ. from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.3/MH.17.1.39. NO. 2 TEST HOUSE. (1) Will you please scheme out the main engine bed in the above test house to have the universal jacking system as No.5 Test House.… | ||
| scan0345 | Instruction to the Millwrights department regarding drawings for a Spring Test Rig for a chassis bumper. | ||
| View original record | 1209 Millwrights (crossed out) (2) from EJJ/DH. c. Rm/AFM. EJJ/DH.2/JA.1.2.39. Order No.816/Department No.479/Job No.B.5801. AFM (crossed out) Re:- Spring Test Rig - Chassis Bumper. We send you… | ||
| scan0346 | Equipment estimate for the modification of an electric Bumper Test Rig to drive a Spring Test Rig. | ||
| View original record | To WSP C to Millwrights. C to N Chambers C to Powers Dept. C EQUIPMENT ESTIMATE. 1209 Ref. EJJ/HC.10/MG. 8.2.39. Requisition No. FOR DEPT. R.R. M/C No. B.5801 / 479 WORKS ORDER No. 816 Req. signed by… | ||
| scan0347 | Equipment estimate for alterations to a Bumper Test Rig. | ||
| View original record | To EEP. C to Millwrights. C to N Chambers C to Powers Dept. C to Rm. EQUIPMENT ESTIMATE. 1209 Requisition No. FOR DEPT. Ref. EJJ/HC 7/EG. 8.2.39. R.R. M/C No. B.5801 WORKS ORDER No. 479 816 Req.… | ||
| scan0348 | Order for five covers for desks and drawing boards. | ||
| View original record | 1209, To EJJ. Rm/AFM.4/JH.9.2.39. Will you please order 5 covers to fit desks size 4 ft. x 5 ft. similar to cover onddrawing board. Rm/AFM. | ||
| scan0349 | Urgent problem of cylinder bore wear in the new Bentley engine and proposing chrome plating as a solution. | ||
| View original record | 1209. also 1123 To E.J.J. Rm/CTS.28/ER 15.2.39. The most urgent problem, connected with the development of the new Bentley engine, is to find a combination of piston and cylinder which will bring… | ||
| scan0350 | Requesting an order for a Hopkinson Maximum Pressure Gauge. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ. from Rm/Ed. Rm/Ed.5/MH.20.2.39. MAXIMUM PRESSURE GAUGE. Will you please order one Hopkinson Maximumm Pressure Gauge, graduated in 100 lbs/sq.in. intervals, range 0 - 1500 lbs/sq.in.… | ||
| scan0351 | Request for water-cooled exhaust manifolds for B.80 and B.60 units on Test Beds No. 30 and No. 5. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ. Rm/Swdl 3/ER 25.2.39. No. 5 and No. 30 Test Beds. Water cooled exhaust manifolds are required for the B.80 unit in No. 30 Test Bed, and for the two B.60 units in No. 5 Test Bed. Will you… | ||
| scan0352 | Requesting an order for an air bottle connection for No. 2 Bed. | ||
| View original record | 1209. To EJJ/DH. from Rm/Ed. Rm/Ed.4/MH.2.3.39. NO. 2 BED. Will you please order one air bottle connection for use on the above bed. Rm/Ed. | ||
| scan0353 | Request to obtain six replacement Osram electric light bulbs for the car hoist lighting system. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ. Rm/FD.17/JH.13.3.39. Will you please obtain 6 replacement electric light bulbs sign type Osram 220 V 15 W. for use on the car hoist lighting system. Rm/FD. | ||
| scan0354 | Delays and outstanding jobs for chassis unit test beds. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ. from Rm/Swdl. c. EJJ/DH. Rm/Swdl.6/MH.17.3.39. CHASSIS UNIT BEDS. We are expecting the first B.80 unit on test complete with gearbox. This was originally instructed in accordance with our… | ||
| scan0355 | Request to include noise insulation in the specification for new experimental test offices due to noise from single cylinder test houses. | ||
| View original record | 1209 EJJ. from Rm. Tm4/R.20.3.39. NEW OFFICES FOR EXPERIMENTAL TEST. Will you please include in the specification for this office provision for noise insulation. At the moment it is quite impossible… | ||
| scan0356 | Requesting the installation of a sheet of glass in an office to fix a draught problem. | ||
| View original record | 1209 EJJ. from Rm. Rm3/R.20.3.39. Will you please arrange for a man to come to my office to fix up a sheet of glass. At the present moment it is impossible to ventilate the office without my having to… | ||
| scan0357 | Instructing the installation of a B.80 unit onto the universal bed in No.5 test house. | ||
| View original record | 1209. To EJJ. from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.2/MH.22.3.39. UNIVERSAL BED (No.5 TEST HOUSE). Will you please instruct for the necessary tackle to install a B.80 unit on the above bed. This job should take… | ||
| scan0358 | Coil spring for a telephone. | ||
| View original record | 1209 EJJ/HC. from Rm. Rm1/R.29.8.39. Will you please supply coil spring for telephone in my office. Rm. | ||
| scan0359 | Requesting the order of a 1-gallon milk can for No.2 Bed. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ. from Rm/Ed. Rm/Ed.6/MH.29.3.39. NO.2 BED. Will you please order a 1-gallon milk can for use on the above bed, and deliver to Rm/Ed. Rm/Ed. | ||
| scan0360 | Equipment estimate for an Air Flow Rig on No.2 Test Bed. | ||
| View original record | EQUIPMENT ESTIMATE. 1209 Requisition No. FOR DEPT. Ref. EJJ/HC 20/JA.29.3.39. R.R. M/C No. B.5405. / 479. WORKS ORDER No. 816. C to Powers Dept. C to Rm/Swdl. Req. signed by Mr.Robotham. Estimated… | ||
| scan0361 | Requisition for work on a test bed, including a blower installation and a rig to test water pumps and fans. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 158 (100p) (28.4.38) G.C.B. REQUISITION TO EQUIPMENT DEPARTMENT 13/5 REQ. No. B 3807 / DEPT. No. R.R. M/c No. ORDER No. Date Issued 17/4/39. Date Begun This Requisition is to be used for work… | ||
| scan0362 | Urgent internal memo requesting the procurement of a metal cupboard for the Defence Unit. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ. Rm/FD.9/JH.20.4.39. Will you please obtain one metal cupboard to the size agreed on for use in connection with the R.R. Defence Unit. URGENT. O/N.854. Rm/FD. | ||
| scan0363 | Blinds to be fitted in an office. | ||
| View original record | 1209. EJJ. from Rm. Rm8/R.1.5.39. Will you please arrange for blinds to be fitted to the windows in my office. Rm. | ||
| scan0364 | Request to draw out and instruct for front mounting brackets for a Ph.III engine on a production test bed. | ||
| View original record | 1209. To EJJ. from Rm/Swdl. c. LA/CH. Rm/Swdl.3/MH.4.5.39. Will you please draw out and instruct for front mounting brackets to be made to house an early type of Ph.III engine on the production test… | ||
| scan0365 | Instruction to construct wooden shelves for material storage in Bumper House. | ||
| View original record | 1209 & 1024 To EJJ/Addison. Rm/FWK.20/JH.8.5.39. BUMPER HOUSE. Owing to the increasing supply of material in the Bumper House, we find it necessary to have a set of Wooden shelves in which to store… | ||
| scan0366 | Request to have a blind fitted in an office due to excessive heat from the sun. | ||
| View original record | 1209. Hs. from Rm. c. EJJ/Mr. Addison. Rm5/R.11.5.39. Will you please agree to my having a blind fitted up in my office. Owing to the large expanse of glass, the sun beats into this office, and makes… | ||
| scan0367 | The purchase of a four-drawer filing cabinet. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ. from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.3/MH.19.5.39. Will you please order - One Milner's Four-drawer filing cabinet. When available please deliver to Rm/Swdl. (Chassis Conference Room). Rm/Swdl. | ||
| scan0368 | The supply of a metal cupboard for test house No. 30. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ. Rm/CTS.4/JH.19.5.39. Will you please obtain and supply one metal cupboard similar to the one existing in No.30 test house. When available, this should be handed to Rm/CTS. in the above… | ||
| scan0369 | Request for two handles for a drilling machine in the Bump House. | ||
| View original record | 1209 EJJ. from Rm/AFM. Rm/AFM3/R.7.6.39. DRILLING MACHINE IN BUMP HOUSE. Will you please supply two handles ExS.1636. Rm/AFm. | ||
| scan0370 | Specifications for a flexible coupling required for the No.5 Test House. | ||
| View original record | 1209. To EJJ. from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.4/MH.21.6.39. NO.5 TEST HOUSE. We wish to incorporate a coupling with torsional flexibility between the gearbox and the dynamometer in connection with oscillation… | ||
| scan0371 | Request to replace doors at the Welfare Hall to allow for car access. | ||
| View original record | from EJJ RR 194. c to Rm. EJJ/JSA11/MM27.6.39. Sheet No. 1097. REPLACEMENT OR ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT. TITLE: Welfare Hall alteration to door. DESCRIPTION OF ITEM REQUIRED.: Taking out existing doors,… | ||
| scan0372 | Requested modifications to a shock damper indicator rig. | ||
| View original record | 1209. v 1024. To EJJ. from Rm/AFM. Rm/AFM.2/MH.28.6.39. SHOCK DAMPER INDICATOR - BUMP HOUSE. We have been using this rig which works very satisfactorily at speeds of 70 ~/min. We now want to add to it… | ||
| scan0373 | Equipment estimate for completing piping, and fitting a Fan Guard and overflow Tank to No. 2 Test Bed. | ||
| View original record | EQUIPMENT ESTIMATE. 1209. To C to Millwrights. C to N Chambers C to Powers Dept. C to R.M. Ref. EJJ/HC 15/MH.5.7.39. Req. signed by Mr. Grylls. Estimated Cost Labour. £ 5. 0. 0d. Material. £ 4. 0. 0d.… | ||
| scan0374 | Installation and costs of a chassis dynamometer in the garage. | ||
| View original record | 1209. To EJJ. from Rm/AFM. Rm/AFM.5/MH.19.7.39. CHASSIS DYNAMOMETER IN GARAGE. We are wanting to drive the chassis dynamometer drums in the corner of the Garage by an electric motor of 150 HP. The… | ||
| scan0375 | Cost breakdown for fitting a 150 HP Electric Motor and torque convertor to the Chassis Dynamometer. | ||
| View original record | 1209. Rm/AFM. from EJJ/DH. EJJ/DH.40/JA.24.7.39. Re:- Chassis Dynamometer in Garage. Referring to memo Rm/AFM.5/MH.19.7.39., we give below rough cost of fitting 150 H.P. Electric Motor and torque… | ||
| scan0376 | Equipment estimate for a coupling with torsional flexibility for Universal Bed No. 5 Test House. | ||
| View original record | To [redacted] C to Millwrights. C to N Chambers C to Powers Dept. EQUIPMENT ESTIMATE. 1209 Requisition No. FOR DEPT. Ref. EJJ/HC 1/ML.22.3.39. R.R. M/C No. B.5219 WORKS ORDER No. 479. 555. Req. signed… | ||
| scan0377 | Order for a commercial series art metal cupboard. | ||
| View original record | 1209. To EJJ. from Rm/HFP. Rm/HFP.4/JH.23.8.39. Will you please order a commercial series art metal cupboard with fixed shelves 76" high x 42" wide x 31" deep. Rm/HFP. | ||
| scan0378 | Equipment estimate for necessary repairs to an electric switch on a ramp in the Experimental Garage. | ||
| View original record | To M.P.L. (Strikethrough) C to Millwrights. C to N Chambers C to Powers Dept. C RM. EQUIPMENT ESTIMATE. Requisition No. 1209 FOR DEPT. Ref. EJJ/HC 5/MM.26.8.39. R.R. M/C No. E.4878. / WORKS ORDER No.… | ||
| scan0379 | Equipment estimate for two engine erecting trestles of a turn-over type. | ||
| View original record | EQUIPMENT ESTIMATE. To Millwrights. C to Chambers C to Towers Dept. C to Rm. Ref. EJJ/HC 6/WB.8.10.39. Req. signed by Mr. Robotham. Requisition No. B 15552 FOR DEPT. 407 R.R. M/C No. WORKS ORDER No.… | ||
| scan0380 | Equipment estimate for the repair of a bearing on the dynamo test rig in the Electrical Laboratory. | ||
| View original record | To Millwrights. C to N Chambers C to Powers Dept. C Rm. EQUIPMENT ESTIMATE. 1209 Requisition No. B 5412 FOR DEPT. / 479 Ref. EJJ/HC.10/WB.10.11.39. R.R. M/C No. WORKS ORDER No. 815 Req. signed by Mr.… | ||
| scan0381 | Request to obtain a high-pressure gauge and suction thermometer for the ammonia cold chamber plant in the experimental garage. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ. Rm/FD.2/JH.14.11.39. Will you please obtain a 300 lb. High Pressure Gauge for the Ammonia cold chamber plant in the Exptl. Garage from E.J. Hall Ltd., Dartford, also a suction thermometer… | ||
| scan0382 | From Rm. to EJJ. forwarding a catalogue for Davy & United Engineering Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. from Rm. Rm.6/MH.17.11.39. Herewith is copy of catalogue showing the products of Davy & United Engineering Co. Ltd. A friend of mine is now the London Manager. If they make any stuff that you… | ||
| scan0383 | Requesting the urgent completion and fitting of a flexible coupling for No.5 Test House. | ||
| View original record | 1209+ 1044 To Mr. Peskett (Millwrights) Rm/JRS.8/JH.30.11.39. re Flexible Coupling for No.5 Test House. This coupling J.22372 called for in memo. EJJ/DH.21/JA. 20.7.39. hasnot yet been fitted although… | ||
| scan0384 | Requesting an office desk and chair for Bump House. | ||
| View original record | 1209. To EJJ. Rm/AFM.2/JH.2.12.39. FURNITURE FOR BUMP HOUSE. Will you please send to the Bump House one office desk and chair. Rm/AFM. | ||
| scan0385 | Request to order a Milners steel cupboard for filing purposes on the Aero Weight Analysis job. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ. Lr/Cr.1/JH.5.12.39. Will you please order a Milners steel cupboard 2' x 1'9" x 4'4". with three shelves for filing purposes on the Aero Weight Analysis job. & oblige. Lr/Cr. | ||
| scan0386 | The rig for testing Vulture auxiliary gearboxes, discussing the unavailability of a Wraith engine and the modification costs for a substitute. | ||
| View original record | C.T.S 1209 File EJJ/DH30/JA.12.12.39. Rm. from EJJ/DH. Unit from Shellow should be handed to Repair Dept Re:- Rig for Testing Vulture Auxiliary Gearboxes. With reference to your memo Rm.6/MH.3.10.39.,… | ||
| scan0387 | Decision to supply an older, out-of-date unit instead of a new Wraith unit to avoid extravagance. | ||
| View original record | 1209. To EJJ/DH. from Rm. Rm.2/MH.14.12.39. With reference to EJJ/DH.30/JA.12.12.39, we did not agree to supplying a brand new Wraith unit for this work as this would be exceedingly extravagant. We… | ||
| scan0388 | Instructing the pattern shop to make a stand based on an accompanying sketch for the experimental weight analysis section. | ||
| View original record | 1209. To EJJ. from Rm/Hlm. Rm.6/JH.13.1.40. Will you please instruct pattern shop to make stand to accompanying sketch herewith, for the use of experimental weight analysis section. Rm/Hlm. | ||
| scan0389 | Equipment estimate for a stand to be used by the Experimental Weight Analysis Section. | ||
| View original record | To Pattern Shop. EQUIPMENT ESTIMATE. Requisition No. B.16948 FOR DEPT. 479 R.R. M/C No. WORKS ORDER No. 711 C to Rm. C to N Chambers C to Covers Dept. Ref. EJJ/HC 25/EG.22.1.40. 1209 Req. signed by… | ||
| scan0390 | Requesting the completion of drawings for the Fan and Water Pump Rig. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. Y/c 1209 Rm/Ed.2/GH.23.1.40. FAN AND WATER PUMP RIG. ------------------- Rm. has agreed that the rig, instructed in our memo B.3807 should be proceeded with. We shall be very glad, therefore, if… | ||
| scan0391 | Internal memorandum requesting the purchase of typists' tables and a chair. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ. from Rm. Rm.6/MH.25.1.40. Will you please order 2 Typists' Tables and 1 Typists' Chair for Rm's Dept. Rm. | ||
| scan0392 | Chrome plating of cylinder bores as a solution to wear problems and the production of a new rig for the process. | ||
| View original record | File 1209. To EJJ. from Rm/CTS. c. H1/EA. (Lab.) Rm/CTS.1/BA.25.1.40. Chrome Plating Cylinders. Some time ago your department produced a rig for plating a portion of the bores of a chassis cylinder… | ||
| scan0393 | The order of two Double Pedestal Typewriter Desks. | ||
| View original record | 1209. To EJJ. Rm/Clm.4/JH.26.1.40. Will you please order from David S.Butler two Double Pedestal Typewriter Desks. 45" long x 27" deep x 28" high and 6 drawers. In standard finish. These are urgently… | ||
| scan0394 | Ordering four chairs for Mr. Robotham's department at Park Leys. | ||
| View original record | Roy from EJJ/JSA c to c/Rb/Mr.Birks. c to Rm/FJH. 1209 S.5/718/53. BJJ/JSA4/MM13.2.40. EQUIPMENT FOR MR.ROBOTHAM'S DEPARTMENT, PARK LEYS. Please order from the Tan-Sad Chair Co. Ltd., :- 4 - Chairs… | ||
| scan0395 | Request to order one desk for the weight analysis section. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ. Rm.10/JH.21.2.40. Will you please order 1 desk to be used by the weight analysis section. Rm. | ||
| scan0396 | Request to order a standard type desk for the Weight Analysis Section. | ||
| View original record | Req from EJJ/JSA c. to Ford & Weston. c. to G/Hs/PMS. c. to Rm. 1209. Extra copies attached at Order Office request. EJJ/JSA. 13/EG. 27.2.40. Rm/Hallam S.5/718/479. re - WEIGHT ANALYSIS SECTION… | ||
| scan0397 | Requesting temporary ventilation for the Experimental D.O. office at Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | 1209s Clan Foundry. To EJJ. from Rm. Rm.6/MH.28.2.40. VENTILATION OF EXPERIMENTAL D.O. - CLAN FOUNDRY. Will you please provide some temporary ventilation for this office. At the present moment it is… | ||
| scan0398 | Internal order confirmation for a typist's desk for the Suspension and Weight Section, Experimental Garage. | ||
| View original record | Rm. from EJJ. c. to G/Rb/TEB 1209 EJJ/JSA.3/EG. 2.3.40. Rm/Hallam essrs. David S. Butler Ltd., 5, Iron Gate, DERBY. S.5/718479. OO. O/N. 18228. FAH equipment, to Derby. Delivery - As soon as possible.… | ||
| scan0399 | Quotation for a variable speed gear and drive components for a chassis bumper rearrangement in the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | Rm. from EJJ. c. to G/Rb/FEB. [struck through] c. to Millwrights. Rm/Clapham 105 1209 File EJJ/DH18/JA.14.3.40. S7/479. OO. O/n. 19351. essrs. Crofts (Engineers) Ltd., Thornbury, BRADFORD. equipment.… | ||
| scan0400 | Specification sheet for Endless Sure Grip V Ropes for Messrs. Crofts (Engineers) Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 19351. Messrs. Crofts (Engineers) Ltd., Bradford. Sheet 2. 9 - 7/8" x 173" inside circumference Endless Sure Grip V Ropes suitable for working with above at approx. 55.3" centres. For the sum of… | ||
| scan0401 | Urgent internal memo requesting the supply of a wooden cabinet for storing experimental bearings. | ||
| View original record | File 1209 To E.J.J. from Rm/CTS. Rm/CTS.4/SW.19.3.40. URGENT. Will you please supply:- One cabinet in wood, containing nine drawers, the internal dimensions of each drawer to be 28" x 28" x 3". A… | ||
| scan0402 | Typed memo requesting Mr. Evingdon to sign and return a document. | ||
| View original record | EV. from EJJ/JSA. Will Mr. Evingdon please sign and return to EJJ. EJJ/JSA. | ||
| scan0403 | Request for Tan-Sad chairs for the Experimental Department at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | Hy: from EJJ c to EV/HH. R.R 194 EJJ/JSAll/MM5.4.40. Sheet No. 1349. REPLACEMENT OR ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT. TITLE: Experimental Dept. Equipment. (Clan Foundry) DESCRIPTION OF ITEM REQUIRED.: 6 - Tan-Sad… | ||
| scan0404 | Request form for replacement or additional equipment, specifically for Tan-Sad chairs for the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | Hy. from EJJ c to EV/HH. R.R 194 EJJ/JSA11/MM5.4.40. Sheet No. 1349. REPLACEMENT OR ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT. TITLE: Experimental Dept. Equipment. (Clan Foundry) DESCRIPTION OF ITEM REQUIRED.: 6 - Tan-Sad… | ||
| scan0405 | Memo regarding a new order, suggesting who should handle it and that the entire lot be ordered at once. | ||
| View original record | Rm/FJH. This order has come in. I suggest that you deal with it as apparently Rm/HH. now needs some more. Should not the whole lot required be ordered at once + specified for Clan Expe EV 8/4/40 | ||
| scan0406 | Internal order to proceed with making a test rig for conventional 8 distributors. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ. Rm/RC.1/JH.6.4.40. re Test Rig for Conventional 8 Distributors. We shall require this test rig for the Clan Foundry. Will you please proceed. Particulars below :- Millwrights (2) from… | ||
| scan0407 | Requesting the installation of a luminous call system at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | 1209 & Clan F. To EJJ. Rm/RC.8/JH.10.4.40. Will you please arrange for a luminous call system to be installed at the Clan Foundry between Rm's office and the General Office. We shall require a six… | ||
| scan0408 | Order memo to Messrs. Ferodo Ltd. for one Ferogrip Fan Belt for a Dynamo Test Rig. | ||
| View original record | Rm/RC. from EJJ. 1209. EJJ/DH26/JA.16.4.40. Messrs. Ferodo Ltd., CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH. 555/479. 00. O/n. 23901. equipment. Derby (Chassis Experimental Laboratory). Delivery :- As soon as possible. Re:-… | ||
| scan0409 | Requesting an order for various sizes of rubber tubing for chassis unit test beds. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. from Rm/CTS. 120a Rm/CTS.1/JMS.10.5.40. CHASSIS UNIT TEST BEDS. During the course of our work on the experimental chassis beds, we are dependant on rubber tubing for many of our tests. The same… | ||
| scan0410 | Requisition for one Fortin barometer for use on the Experimental chassis Test Beds. | ||
| View original record | EJJ/DH. from Rm/CTS. 1309 Rm/CTS.3/JMS.10.5.40. Please order for use on Experimental chassis Test Beds one Fortin barometer, similar to that supplied to the Chassis Unit Test House in 1939 on… | ||
| scan0411 | Equipment estimate for the supply and fitting of a Gas Point to the spark plug bench in the Aero Electrical Laboratory. | ||
| View original record | EQUIPMENT ESTIMATE. To WEP C to Millwrights. Ref. EJJ/HC 5/H. 21. 5. 40. C to N. Chambers. C to Powers Dept. C to M/Swdl. Req. signed by Mr. Swindell. Requisition No. B.6167. FOR DEPT. R.R. M/C No.… | ||
| scan0412 | State of fire fighting equipment at the Park Leys location. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Ev. re Fire Fighting Equipment at Park Leys. We have ascertained that we have here one Simplex number 2 fire extinguisher made by Mather & Platting and a bucket filled with sand. We have… | ||
| scan0413 | The inadequacy of fire fighting equipment at the Park Leys Squash Court. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. from Rm. 1209 Rm.14/ML.9.6.40. In view of the fact that the Squash Court at Park Leys is a wooden building I think we ought to have something a little more adequate for fire fighting equipment… | ||
| scan0414 | Internal requisition for an order of fire extinguishers and fire buckets for Park Leys. | ||
| View original record | Reqy from EJJ/HC. EV. 1209 c. to W.E.P. [Text Struck Through] c. to Fire Station. [Text Struck Through] c. to Rm. EJJ/HC.1/PC.13.6.40. S.353/Order No. 710. Fire Equipment at Park Leys. Please send an… | ||
| scan0415 | Labelling, delivery, and guaranteed efficiency of fire extinguishers and buckets for 'Park Leys'. | ||
| View original record | The Extinguishers and Buckets should each be clearly labelled 'For Park Leys' but they should be delivered to the Fire Station. Will Rm please note that these have been ordered, and also that in… | ||
| scan0416 | Request to order three steel trestles with iron axle shafts and an additional nine axles. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. from Rm. 1209 Rm.23/ML.14.6.40. Will you please order three steel trestles to B.78887, complete with iron axle shafts for the wheels, from Thorpe's. We have already discussed the matter with… | ||
| scan0417 | Confirmation of a verbal order for 20 trolleys to WKS.1529 specification for the Clan Foundry, Belper. | ||
| View original record | EHJ. from Rm/Wym. 1209 Rm/Wym.3/ML.21.6.40. Confirming our verbal conversation with Mr. Horton, will you please supply for use at the Clan Foundry, Belper, 20 Trolleys to WKS.1529 specification.… | ||
| scan0418 | File reference note regarding a thermostat for Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | 1209 See File No 1328 (Thermostats) for Rm9/ML1.10.40 to "EJJ" re a Thermostat for Clan Foundry. *** | ||
| scan0419 | Request for two draughtsmen's stands to be made from an attached sketch. | ||
| View original record | To: "EJJ". Rm/EAG1/Dn6.8.40 Draughtsmen's Stands. ------------------- Will you please have two Draughtsmen's Stands made to the attached sketch. As these will be used with the full-size drawing… | ||
| scan0420 | Requesting an oak chart cupboard with a roller shutter for an office at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | 1265 Copies in EJJ FILE & CLAN FOUNDRY To EJJ. from Rm. Rm.S/ET.4.10.40. Will you please supply, for my office at the Clan Foundry, one chart cupboard with roller shutter, in oak, as recently… | ||
| scan0421 | Request for Ford & Weston's to make two draughtsmen's tables for the full-size drawing of the Myth. | ||
| View original record | 1209 EJJ. from Rm. file Memos to EJJ_ Rm.1/ML.6.9.40. Will you please get Ford & Weston's to make two draughtsmen's tables to the attached drawing. These are for the use of the two new draughtsmen at… | ||
| scan0422 | Follow-up request for drawing board covers and fittings. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ. from Rm/EAG. Rm/EAG.1/ET.19.10.40. Will you please let me know the earliest you can let us have drawing board covers as requested in our Rm/EAG.1/ET.23.8.40, also full size drawing board… | ||
| scan0423 | Authorising the painting of the Clan Foundry exterior in a mat dull green. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To "EJJ", c:"Hs". Rm4/Dn20.10.40 Painting of the exterior of CLAN FOUNDRY. ---------------- "Hs" has now agreed that we shall go ahead with the painting of the exterior of the Clan Foundry. No… | ||
| scan0424 | Correcting a typing error in a previously quoted reference number. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ/HC. from Rm/EAG. Rm/EAG.1/ET.25.10.40. re - YOUR MEMO EJJ/HC.5/EG.23.10.40. Replying to your above memo, we very much regret that a mistake occurred in our Rm/EAG.1/ET.19.10.40, the… | ||
| scan0425 | Order to be placed for steel frames with castors. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ from Rm. Rm.9/ET.5.11.40. Will you please pass an order to SMEDLEY Brothers Ltd. of Belper, for 4 M. Steel Frames complete, with Castors, at 15/- each, as per attached invoice. Rm. | ||
| scan0426 | Internal request to purchase electrical components for an electric clock in an office. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ/HC. from Rm/RC. (The Grange) Rm/RC.3/ET.6.11.40. Will you please obtain from Messrs. Batterby & Heford Ltd. 1 Sectric block plug with two fuses and 1 16 ft. of twin flex suitable for… | ||
| scan0427 | Urgent request to obtain a switch for a variable speed A.C. motor for a coolant pump. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To E.J.J. from Rm/GB. Rm/GB.1/ET.16.11.40. Re: COOLANT PUMP. -------------------- Please obtain switch for 10/2 H.P. variable speed A.C. commutator motor type CHT6620 G. Form S. PROT cycles 50… | ||
| scan0428 | Request to obtain an Elliot Microammeter for the Clan Foundry in Belper. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. from Rm/CTS. 120g Rm/CTS.1/ET.27.11.40. Will you please obtain for us:- 1. Elliot Microammeter. B.S.I. standard Range 0 - 200 O/N. 52480. This should be supplied to Rm/CTS. at the Clan… | ||
| scan0429 | Urgent complaints about light escaping from a boiler house and missing security items for an air raid shelter and a passage door. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. from Rm/AA. 1. We have had two serious complaints from the Chief Warden for the District regarding light from the door of the boiler house at Clan Foundry. The opening is covered with a green… | ||
| scan0430 | Incorrectly sized oil strainer and a request to order a replacement. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ/DH. from Rm/GB. Rm/GB.6/ET.22.1.41. Re: EJJ/DH.1/JA.25.7.40. Some time ago we asked you to order for the lower half rig at the Clan an oil strainer of the same size as those or similar… | ||
| scan0431 | Responding to a query about parts in use at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | EJJ file 1209 To EJJ/HC. from Rm. Rm.7/SW.20.2.41. re Clan Foundry Supplies. In reply to your memo EJJ/HC.7/PC.7.2.41, these parts are in use at the Clan Foundry. Rm. | ||
| scan0432 | Chasing a reply regarding miscellaneous items supplied by Messrs. John Wallace to allow for invoice payment. | ||
| View original record | Rm. from EJJ/HC. EJJ/HC.7/PC.7.2.41. re - Clan Foundry Supplies. re - Our Memo - EJJ/HC.8/PC.23.1.41. We should be pleased to receive your reply to the above memo regarding miscellaneous items… | ||
| scan0433 | The delay in repairing a Pulsometer Pumping Set after its strainers were smashed by frost. | ||
| View original record | EJJ file 1209 To EJJ. from Rm. Rm.9/ET.25.2.41. PULSOMETER PUMPING SET. ----------------------- It is over a month since frost smashed our test tackle owing to insufficient precautions having been… | ||
| scan0434 | Confirming repair arrangements for a pulsometer pumping set and noting an inability to source strainers. | ||
| View original record | Rm. from EJJ/NC. EJJ/NC.5/MH.24.2.41. PULSOMETER PUMPING SET. In connection with the above, we confirm having been in touch with the Pulsometer Engineering Co. to-day, Monday, when they promised… | ||
| scan0435 | The order of two 1 1/2' three-way cocks for a coolant pump rig. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ/DH. from Rm/GB. Rm/GB.19/ST.13.3.41. FOR COOLANT PUMP RIG. Will you please order two 1 1/2" three way cocks for the above. Rm/GB. | ||
| scan0436 | Request to despatch brake shoes and linings to New Hudson Ltd. for fitting and return. | ||
| View original record | To Hd/SC. from Rm/MHR. Copy to D/BP. 1209 Rm/MHR.1/LT.24.4.41. Will you please despatch the accompanying 2 brake shoes and 4 D.7732 linings to:- New Hudson Ltd., Garrison Lane, BIRMINGHAM, 9. The… | ||
| scan0437 | Confirming the production of four more composite brake drums after a successful test of the first one. | ||
| View original record | Mr. Bradbury, from Rm/MHR. Copy to Mr. Wheeler Mr. Roberts. 120g Rm/MHR.6/LT.21.4.41. COMPOSITE BRAKE DRUMS. So far we have completed one drum of this type, which has been tested and is considered… | ||
| scan0438 | Letter to New Hudson Ltd. regarding the dispatch and assembly of brake shoes and linings. | ||
| View original record | 1209 Rm/MHR.3/ET. 19th April, 1941. Messrs. New Hudson Ltd., Garrison Lane, BIRMINGHAM 9. Attention of Mr. Frazer. Dear Sirs, We have this morning despatched 4 brake shoes, our No. GB.3748 with 4… | ||
| scan0439 | Letter to Messrs. New Hudson Ltd. regarding the despatch of brake shoes and linings for relining. | ||
| View original record | 1209 Rm/MHR.2/ET. 24th April, 1941. Messrs. NEW HUDSON Ltd., Garrison Lane, B I R M I N G H A M, 9. Attention of Mr. Frazer. Dear Sirs, We are this morning despatching 2 brake shoes, our No. G.B.3748,… | ||
| scan0440 | Requesting instructions for wiring a fan and desk light at the Clan Foundry offices. | ||
| View original record | To: EJJ/Causer from Rm/CTS. Rm/CTS.1/RH.25.5.41. 1209. CLAN FOUNDRY Will you please issue the necessary instructions to cover the wiring by Batterby & Hefford of a fixed fan, and a desk light in the… | ||
| scan0441 | Internal request to type a note asking for a cupboard to be made for storing body parts and accessories. | ||
| View original record | Miss Taylor To Rm From Rm/EAG. Rm/EAG.13/ET.28.4.41. Please type a note to Johnson asking him to have this cupboard made. Rm Please find herewith print MB.140, showing the cupboard we require for… | ||
| scan0442 | Requesting alterations at the Clan Foundry, specifically to erect a partition and provide a new door. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ. from Rm. Rm.8/ET.7.5.41. SHOP ALTERATIONS - CLAN FOUNDRY. ------------------------------------ Will you please erect a partition across the last section of the erecting bay. Material for… | ||
| scan0443 | Requisition for a steel cupboard and a two-drawer card index cabinet from D.S. Butler Ltd. | ||
| View original record | C/Rh/EB. from EJJ/JSA. c to Rm. c to Cgh/SS. EJJ/JSA5/MW.12.5.41. 1209. o/o. 47612. Messrs D.S.Butler Ltd. 5 Iron Gate, Derby. XXXXXXXX equipment as stated below. EQUIPMENT FOR CGH/SS. ASSEMBLY… | ||
| scan0444 | Request to have a cupboard made for storing body parts and accessories at Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ. from Rm. Rm.11/ET.12.5.41. Will you please have a cupboard made as per print attached, for our use at Clan Foundry, for storing body parts and accessories. Rm. | ||
| scan0445 | Confirming the suitability of a metal cupboard with adjustable shelves for storing coachwork parts. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. from Rm. 1209 Rm.8/ET.21.5.41. CUPBOARD FOR COACHWORK PARTS Further to our Rm.11/ET.12.5.41 and to our telephone conversation on this subject, please note that the metal cupboard you suggest,… | ||
| scan0446 | Fire risk due to enemy activity and requests for equipment to protect drawings stored at Park Leys. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. from Rm. SECRET. Rm.8/ML.23.11.40. 1209 H FIRE RISK - PARK LEYS. We have now got a large number of confidential, Ministry drawings at the Squash Court at Park Leys. In view of the increasing… | ||
| scan0447 | Order confirmation to J. Thorp & Son Ltd. for the supply and erection of an unloading gantry for the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | Rm. from EJJ. 1209 EJJ/NC.10/EG.6.6.41. T.F.F. Please note & return TFH Noted By TFF 181/821. OO. O/n. 49400 essrs. J. Thorp & Son Ltd., Harrington Street, DERBY. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX and erect the… | ||
| scan0448 | Order confirmation for a Yale Blue Streak Hand Lift Truck for the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | Rm. from EJJ. EJJ/NC.12/EG.6.6.41. Handwritten: TFF Please note & return Z/H. Noted Rm/TFF 1209 Messrs. Yale & Towne Manufacturing Co., Willenhall, STAFFS. 181/821. OO. O/n. 50503 equipment, Derby,… | ||
| scan0449 | Quotation for two types of 2-ton Yale foundry equipment, a trolley and a triple-geared chain block. | ||
| View original record | Rm. from EJJ. 1209 EJJ/NC.11/EG.6.6.41. T.F.F. Please note & return FH. Noted Rm/TFF Messrs. Yale & Towne Manufacturing Co., Willenhall, STAFFS. 181/821 OO. o/n. 49396 equipment, Derby, clearly… | ||
| scan0450 | Requesting a window be fixed in a roof for ventilation due to excessive heat. | ||
| View original record | To: EJJ. from Rm. 1209 Rm.7/RH.16.6.41. Some time ago, I mentioned to you that my office was excessively hot even in moderately hot weather owing to the absence of a ventilator. I shall be glad if you… | ||
| scan0451 | Equipment estimate for the manufacture and supply of rope slings for use at the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | EQUIPMENT ESTIMATE. To Millwrights. c/o Mr. N. Chambers c/o Power Dept. Rm/Mr.Fisher. Ref. EJJ/HC 43/JA.16.6.41. Req. signed by Mr.Fisher. Estimated Cost Labour. £ 11. 0d. Material. £ 13. 6d. Total. £… | ||
| scan0452 | Chasing up issues with wiring heaters on a coolant pump rig and reporting missing parts from a recent order. | ||
| View original record | 1209 To EJJ/DH. from Rm/GB. Rm/GB.4/SW.26.6.41. On 29.5.41., we asked you to wire up additional heaters on the coolant pump rig. The contractors were unable to do this because the relay switch which… | ||
| scan0453 | Potential sites and costs for a new dynamometer at Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | To. Rm. c. to EJJ. DYNAMOMETER AT CLAN FOUNDRY. EJJ. called here today, and inspected our proposed site for the above. There is a building line to be considered which greatly reduces the available… | ||
| scan0454 | Fire precautions at Clen, proposing a pressure feed system with an underground tank for lead petrol storage. | ||
| View original record | aa 1209 To Rm. c. to EJJ. Rm/AA.2/JH/3.7.41. Fire Precautions at Clen. We have had the Local Chief Officer to inspect the place and he advises arrangements for emptying our lead petrol tanks at night.… | ||
| scan0455 | Equipment estimate for a rig to check enrichment capsules on Merlin carburettors. | ||
| View original record | EQUIPMENT ESTIMATE. To Mr Cartwrights. C to N Chambers C to Powers Dept. C to Rm. Ref. EJJ/HC 2/H.11.7.41. Req. signed by Mr. Robotham. Estimated Cost Labour. £ 30. 0. 0d. Material. £ 35. 0. 0d.… | ||
| scan0456 | Equipment estimate to make and supply Vulture engine trestles for use at Clan Foundry, Belper. | ||
| View original record | EQUIPMENT ESTIMATE. To WRM c to E.Hives. c to N Chambers c to Power Dept. c to RML Ref. EJJ/HC 2/H.18.7.41. Requisition No. 1209 FOR DEPT. R.R. M/C No. C.9254. WORKS ORDER No. 181 / 711. Req. signed… | ||
| scan0457 | The return of a Benson Stop Watch to the makers for repair. | ||
| View original record | To: EJJ. from Rm/RC. 1209 Rm/RC.3/RH.11.8.41. Clan Foundry Electrical Laboratory. Will you please arrange for the accompanying Benson Stop Watch, to be returned to the makers for repair. Rm/RC. | ||
| scan0458 | Requesting the fitting of lights and lamps in the Test Bed Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | To: EJJ. from Rm/AA. 1209 Rm/AA.1/HH.12.8.41. TEST BED CLAN FOUNDRY Can you please get in touch with Messrs. Batterby & Hefford, and give instructions for the fitting of two lead light prints and two… | ||
| scan0459 | Urgent request for two Yale padlocks and one Yale lock for the Clan Foundry test bed. | ||
| View original record | To: EJJ. from Rm/AA. 1209 Rm/AA.1/RH.14.8.41. TEST BED - CLAN FOUNDRY Can we have two Yale Padlocks and one of the usual type of Yale Lock. The 2 Padlocks are for use on petrol tanks and the other is… | ||
| scan0460 | Confirmation to create a drawing for a modified servo spring plate for a new snow sealing scheme. | ||
| View original record | 1029 To Rm/HH. from Rm/MHR. Rm/MHR.3/ET.2.2.42. SERVO SPRING PLATE. ------------------------ This is to confirm that you will make a drawing of a modified spring plate similar to GB.4893, to enable us… | ||
| scan0461 | Order for oil resisting rubber rings from the British Tyre & Rubber Co., Ltd. | ||
| View original record | To Roy/AES. from Rm/MHR. 1029 Rm/MHR.4/ET.2.2.42. Will you please issue an official order to the British Tyre & Rubber Co., Ltd., for 6 oil resisting rubber rings, 6.8" inside diameter by 0.080"… | ||
| scan0462 | Letter to Stainless Spinning Works confirming the manufacture of six modified phosphor bronze plate springs. | ||
| View original record | 1099 Rm/MHR.1/KC. 3rd February, 1942. Stainless Spinning Works, 182 Miller Street, BIRMINGHAM. 6. Attention of Mr. Blake. Dear Sirs, This is to confirm that you will make six phosphor bronze plate… | ||
| scan0463 | Official order for 6 modified plate springs for experimental purposes. | ||
| View original record | 1029 To Roy/AES. from Rm/MHR. Rm/MHR.3/KC.3.2.42. Will you please send an official order to : The Stainless Spinnings Works, 182 Miller Street, Birmingham. 6. for 6 plate springs to RG.2909. This new… | ||