Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | The storage of a repaired Corniche body and the settlement of garage rent in France. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. c. to D. 1208 Rm. 8/BA.3.1.1940. Herewith a copy of a note we have received from Sr. Our tools stores and the repaired Corniche body will be stored in this Garage. " The Chateauroux Garage rent… | ||
| scan0002 | The disadvantages of the Rover automatic chassis lubrication system and the proposal for a new one. | ||
| View original record | 1184 1091 To Sg. from Rm. Rm. 10/BA.4.1.40. Automatic Chassis Lubrication. The Rover central chassis lubrication is operated by Induction Pipe depression. Every time the throttle is closed a small… | ||
| scan0003 | Analysing the reduction in car price through increased production quantity. | ||
| View original record | 1021 To Hs. from Rm. c. Ev. c. Les. Rm.2/MH.8.1.40. REDUCTION IN PRICE BY INCREASE IN QUANTITY. We have taken the figures given by Englebach and tried to apply them to the Rationalised Programme. We… | ||
| scan0004 | Cost analysis for producing fully pressed steel bodies with Park Ward. | ||
| View original record | 1021 To Sg. from Rm. Rm.9/JH.15.1.40. Body Costs. It is more than probable that, whatever decision is taken regarding the fully pressed steel body, we shall have to rely on Park Ward's for the first… | ||
| scan0005 | Potential cost reductions in car body construction through increased production volumes and comparing manufacturing methods. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm.9/JH.15.1.40. Having obtained this information, what further reduction could be achieved in material, due to buying in quantities, and labour; due to reduction in man hours, if the Park Ward… | ||
| scan0006 | Requesting a refund for electricity and telephone charges for the Evacuation Squash Court at Park Leys. | ||
| View original record | P.L. To Hs. from Rm. Rm.12/JH.23.1.40. Evacuation Squash Court Park Leys. The current supplied in heating and lighting the squash court at present goes through my meter although a separate meter has… | ||
| scan0007 | Justification for machines required at the Clan Foundry based on average weekly machine hours. | ||
| View original record | Clan Foundry To Hs. from Rm. Rm.2/MH.26.1.40. MACHINES FOR CLAN FOUNDRY. We have gone into the question of the justification of the machines we have asked for for the Clan Foundry, For two months… | ||
| scan0008 | Gear cutting problems and the need for dedicated machine tools for the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm.2/MH.26.1.40. Gear cutting is a problem. In the period over which these figures were taken we were not producing experimental boxes. For weeks at a time, however, we have had two or three times… | ||
| scan0009 | List of proposed machines with quantities and specifications for the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | PROPOSED MACHINES FOR CLAN FOUNDRY. 1 - Milling Machine. CinCin. Universal. (Vertical Attachments). 7' x 6' 1 - Milling Machine. CinCin (Medium). 7' x 6' 1 - Grinding Machine. CinCin Universal.… | ||
| scan0010 | Announcing the second Research Conference. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. Hs. E. Rg. Lr. Wd. En. Gr. Mr.Hooker. Lov. Pen. Rm.4/JH.1.2.40. Please note that the second Research Conference will be held in the Conference Room at Derby, on Monday next February 5th. at 2… | ||
| scan0011 | Typed memo calling for a conference to discuss Aero Research Problems. | ||
| View original record | Rg. Lr. Bn. Wd. Gr. Lr/SGH. Lr/Lov. Lr/Psn. Rm. C. Hs. E.3/HP.1.2.40. Will you please arrange to attend a conference at 2.30 p.m. at Derby in the Board Room on Tuesday next, 6th inst. to discuss Aero… | ||
| scan0012 | Noting the cancellation of a previous document reference. | ||
| View original record | Pet Inj. To Sg. Hs. E. Rg. Lr. Wd. Bn. Gr. Lr/SGH. Lr/Lov. Lr/Psn. Rm.10/JH.2.2.40. Rm.4/JH.1.2.40. Please note that E.3/HP.1.2.40. cancels Rm. | ||
| scan0013 | Requesting feedback on the performance and maintenance requirements of a 10 HP Rover car. | ||
| View original record | 1091 To Sg. from Rm. Rm.4/JH.7.2.40. 10 H.P. ROVER CAR. It would be very useful if you would let me have your views on this car from two aspects - (1) Your opinion of the car with regard to the… | ||
| scan0014 | Secret memorandum comparing the factory costs and selling prices for B.11 and B.V. car bodies. | ||
| View original record | 1021 file in Coachwork Park Ward. General SECRET. To Sg. from Rm. Copy to Hs. Rm.14/MH.12.2.40. BODY COSTS. Mr. Ward and Mr. Green paid a visit to the Factory on February 12th. to submit cost figures… | ||
| scan0015 | Analyzing cost savings on body production, focusing on the economics of using tools. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - In each case the figure represents a body produced with our existing quality of head cloth, leather, etc., etc., and painted and trimmed in any colour to suit the customer's requirements. It… | ||
| scan0016 | Cost analysis discussing economies of scale for the B.V. car body and the target for an £800 car. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - 3. OTHER ECONOMIES EFFECTED ON B.V. Referring back to Page 1. We have so far demonstrated that out of a total reduction in cost of £155 between B.11. and B.V. bodies only £4. 14. 10d. is due to… | ||
| scan0017 | Production costs, materials, and quality targets for B.V. car bodies. | ||
| View original record | - 4 - From the figures so far submitted, they can sell the second 500 B.V. bodies they make at £250. It is therefore evident that if we are not prepared to order at the rate of more than 10 per week… | ||
| scan0018 | Need for additional staff for a project, referencing a Mr. Ward and a Mr. Green. | ||
| View original record | - 5 - Rm.14/MH.12.2.40. at their disposal to deal with the project in the detailed manner that we believe to be essential. Mr. Ward is, of course, very conscious of the fact that his factory is half… | ||
| scan0019 | Hiring of a Mr. Bastow for rig testing chassis component parts. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. Rm.3/ML.13.2.40. Rig testing to chassis component parts. You will remember that we mentioned to you that we were trying to obtain the services of Bastow, the brother of the Bastow who is at… | ||
| scan0020 | Agenda for a Chassis Design Conference discussing pre-war rationalisation and various car models. | ||
| View original record | FILE 1381 + To Sg. and Hs. c. Ev. Rm.4/ML.21.2.40. AGENDA. CHASSIS CONFERENCE TO BE HELD ON MONDAY MARCH 4th. at 11.30 a.m. For Chassis Design Conference: PRE-WAR RATIONALISED RANGE. (1) Designs to… | ||
| scan0021 | Minutes of a chassis conference discussing a Rover car, the 'Myth' design, and body costs. | ||
| View original record | 1381 + 1021 To Sg. Hs. Ev. Rm.1/ML.21.2.40. MINUTES OF CHASSIS CONFERENCE HELD ON TUESDAY Feb: 20th. Present: Sg. Hs. Ev. Rm. ROVER CAR. Sg. commented favourably upon his Rover car and it was… | ||
| scan0022 | Anticipated cost reductions for a car body and discussing the procedure for a £150 body. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Rm.1/ML.21.2.40. headcloth, fittings,etc., and with steel wing. It was agreed that Rm. would impress upon Mr. Ward that the car which was allotted to Lappin' out of the first 6, should be… | ||
| scan0023 | Meeting notes on project staffing, M. Paulin's design work for 'Myth' and 'Corniche' bodies, and scheduling future chassis conferences. | ||
| View original record | --3-- Rm. was asked to talk to Green and Robbins and recommend the minimum staff organisation he considered to be necessary to deal with the project, independant of Park, Ward's. Ev. emphasized that… | ||
| scan0024 | Observations at Cadillac regarding equipment for the Allison engine and its implications for manufacturing at Crewe. | ||
| View original record | 4 To Hs. c. ER (Glasgow) Rm.8/ML.22.2.40. I was interested to note in one of Olley's recent reports that when he went to Cadillac's he observed that they had to get entirely new equipment for all the… | ||
| scan0025 | Typed memo discussing the minutes of a meeting at Park Ward's and the recruitment of staff for a body project. | ||
| View original record | 138 1+ 1021. file Sm. and Hs. Rm.12/ML.1.3.40. Attached is a copy of the Minutes of the Meeting held at Park, Ward's on Tuesday February 27th. We have also interviewed Mr. Hewitt, the man recommended… | ||
| scan0026 | Minutes of a meeting at Park Ward's to discuss large quantity production and a rationalised car body range. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. Ward from Rm. c. Mr. Green. c. Hn. MINUTES OF MEETING AT PARK WARD'S TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27TH. DESIGN & PLANNING FOR LARGE QUANTITY PRODUCTION. The requirements put forward in Mr. Ward's letter… | ||
| scan0027 | Personnel location, hardware supply for Bentley and H.V. bodies, and the design of a MYTH body. | ||
| View original record | -2- LOCATION OF MR. GILES. Mr. Ward asked that Mr.Giles should be allowed to remain in London, particularly in view of the programme for further rationalising bodies. Hm. said that they would… | ||
| scan0028 | Meeting notes on B.V. body and chassis production, supplier pricing, and heaters for the US market. | ||
| View original record | -3- Rm.10/MH.28.2.40. PRODUCTION OF FIRST 6 B.V. BODIES. Various production difficulties were explained to Rm. It was agreed that Draper would go down and investigate them as soon as he returned to… | ||
| scan0029 | High price of drop forgings and the possibility of setting up in-house forging equipment. | ||
| View original record | 1260 Hs. Rm.8/ML.1.3.40. DROP FORGE. As you know, our investigations in-to the price of drop forgings led us to conclude that the ring controlling this product are not selling at an economical price.… | ||
| scan0030 | Requesting approval to purchase a Radio Analyser Instrument for £15/15/- to address inefficient car radios. | ||
| View original record | 1325 & Elec. To Hs. from Rm. Rm.3/MH.1.3.40. For a long time we have been suffering under highly inefficient radio sets on our cars. We have decided to tolerate this state of affairs no longer since… | ||
| scan0031 | The minutes of a meeting, interviewing a Mr. Hewitt for a body project, and the need for more draughtsmen. | ||
| View original record | 1021 Sg. and Hs. Rm.12/ML.1.3.40. Attached is a copy of the Minutes of the Meeting held at Park Wards on Tuesday February 27th. We have also interviewed Mr. Hewitt, the man recommended by ER. for the… | ||
| scan0032 | Proposal to fit an open lorry body onto a derelict car frame for transporting parts. | ||
| View original record | 1345 Hs. Rm.14/ML.4.3.40. 1.B.50 is at the present moment a derelict car. If we got Park Wards to put on an open lorry body, it would be exceedingly useful for transporting parts between the Clan… | ||
| scan0033 | The arrival of an individual in Derby following a telegram. | ||
| View original record | Sr file file Ha. c. Sft. c. Day/Henry. c. Lp. G. Day. (Hucknall) Rn.3/H.5.3.40. We have had a telegram from Sr. saying that he is arriving in Derby at 1.30 p.m. today and will be hoping to contact… | ||
| scan0034 | The required tonnage of various alloy steels for the production of Merlin engines. | ||
| View original record | Rm/CTS.9/MH.7.3.40. ALLOY STEELS. (MERLIN). Assuming peak output of 500 engines per week to be reached by 1942, then our supplies have to be completely lined up by the Autumn of 1941. Our… | ||
| scan0035 | Cost analysis and comparison of steel ingots and billets for different nickel alloy specifications. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/CTS.9/MH.7.3.40. COST FIGURES. As our supplies are in Billet form, only isolated examples are available for direct comparison with the ingot price. Firth's quoted in Sept.1939 for Ingots. Ex.1.… | ||
| scan0036 | Price list for various specifications of round and square steel billets by size, from Samuel Fox & Co. | ||
| View original record | FORGING BARS (Round Billet) BILLETS (Square) Steel spec'n. 5/8" to under 3/4" 3/4" to under 2 1/2" 2 1/2" to under 5" 3/4" to under 1 1/2" 1 1/2" to under 2" 2" to under 3" 3" and upwards. BN - S.69.A… | ||
| scan0037 | Summary of the cost of alloy steel for a Merlin engine. | ||
| View original record | 1260. To Hs. from Rm. Rm.4/MH.7.3.40. Herewith a summary of the cost of the alloy steel in a Merlin engine with some indication as to the method used in arriving at the figure. Assuming that the steel… | ||
| scan0038 | Person named Bull declining a job as a gardener. | ||
| View original record | DBH To Hs. from Rm. Rm.20/MH.7.3.40. We tackled Bull, who is leaving Duffield Bank House, with regard to taking up a job as gardener at your house. He states that he is giving up gardening and taking… | ||
| scan0039 | Short memo confirming the availability of the Cresta. | ||
| View original record | 800a Sg. Rm.1/ML.11.3.40. We will arrange for the Cresta to be available on Thursday morning, 21st. March. Rm. | ||
| scan0040 | Difficulties in obtaining materials for chassis experimental work due to government regulations. | ||
| View original record | 1200. To Hs. from Rm. Rm.9/MH.14.3.40. MATERIAL FOR CHASSIS EXPERIMENTAL WORK. We are now running into difficulty in obtaining material for chassis experimental work. Presumably, in view of the… | ||
| scan0041 | Letter from Accles & Pollock Ltd. regarding an order being held pending an exemption or license number. | ||
| View original record | COPY. ACCLES & POLLOCK LTD., OLDBURY, BIRMINGHAM. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, Derby. 7th. March, 1940. Dear Sirs, We would refer you to our letter of the 26th. February, regarding your… | ||
| scan0042 | Minutes of a conference discussing chassis design, cost reduction, wheelbases, and the Ripplet model. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. File 1381 Sg. Hs. Ev. Rm.4/ML.19.3.40. MINUTES OF CONFERENCE :- CHASSIS DESIGN. Held on 18.3.40. at 11.30 a.m. The agenda Rm.4/ML.21.2.40 was considered. PRE-WAR RATIONALISED RANGE. RE-DESIGN… | ||
| scan0043 | Car body dimensions, construction materials, and the development of a left-hand drive model. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Cont'd. This enables the lighter gauge frame material to be used and saves about 1 cwt. on the weight of the chassis. The body is, at present, being fitted at Park Wards but there will be a… | ||
| scan0044 | Gearbox and column control design, cost comparison, and development timelines. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - Cont'd. Rm.4/ML.19.3.40. Pg. said that it would not be possible to use this on the left hand car without also standardising it on the right hand car. Ev. said that the column control was a… | ||
| scan0045 | The design, cost, and production specifications for the £800 car and the Rippletto model. | ||
| View original record | - 4 - Cont'd. Rm.4/ML.19.3.40. £800 CAR. DESIGN POSITION. Rm. pointed out that the £800 car would be the Ripplet when all the sections at present being redesigned to reduce cost, had been incorporated… | ||
| scan0046 | The desirable characteristics and engine options for a new small car. | ||
| View original record | - 5 - Cont'd. MYTH. A general discussion took place concerning the desirable characteristics of this car. Sg. emphasized that small cars were mostly buzz-boxes but that his 10 h.p. Rover was almost as… | ||
| scan0047 | Meeting discussing Mr. Giles' role, the completion of Bentley B.V. chassis using Corniche parts, and potential influential buyers for the B.V. cars. | ||
| View original record | - 6 - Cont'd. It was agreed that Mr. Giles was not really familiar with P.S. body construction such as would be undertaken by the Body Section at Derby and would furthermore be badly needed by Mr.… | ||
| scan0048 | Cost estimate for L.H. steering column gear change and L.H. side change-gearbox schemes. | ||
| View original record | COPY. Rm. JRD/AML.3/NA.18.3.40. (1) COST OF L.H. STEERING COLUMN GEAR CHANGE. (Schemes PL.31, PL.73, PL.77, and PL.79) We estimate that this scheme could be produced for :- Labour £2 0s 0d. Material… | ||
| scan0049 | Location and completion plan for B.V. and Corniche chassis. | ||
| View original record | Sg. Hs. Archer. Rm.9/ML.20.3.40. COMPLETION OF B.V. CHASSIS FOR SALE. The Following chassis are complete and are either at Park Wards or stored in London :- B.16.AW. B.22.AW. B.18.AW. B.32.AW.… | ||
| scan0050 | Car production numbers, chassis, gear boxes, and bodies. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. Rm.9/ML.20.3.40. a further box from th Experimental Dept., and with this object in view we are asking Archer to complete Frame No: 22 up to the gear box stage. However, it will be seen that 5… | ||
| scan0051 | Notification for a Chassis Meeting with an agenda covering development and production progress. | ||
| View original record | Sg. Hs. c. Ev. HPS. HPS/RH Rm/FJH Rm/CTS Rm.3/ML.21.3.40. Please note that the next Chassis Meeting has been arranged for Monday April 8th :- (1) DEVELOPMENT. (2) PROGRESS OF PRODUCTION OF… | ||
| scan0052 | Table showing the percentage of American production of 8-cylinder, 12-cylinder, and 16-cylinder cars from 1926 to 1939. | ||
| View original record | Sg. Hs. Rm.19/ML.27.3.40. 1104 It is interesting to note from the American side, their records of the 1939 production, and that 8-cylinder cars are still gaining in popularity. YEAR. PER CENT EIGHTS.… | ||
| scan0053 | Request to purchase a secondhand blue-print machine for £28 10s to avoid delays with one-off blueprints. | ||
| View original record | Hs. Rm Please see me HS file Rm.15/ML.27.3.40. Particulars sent to E.W. BLUE-PRINT MACHINE. We are perpetually being held up two or three days for one off blueprints. We should like your agreement to… | ||
| scan0054 | Engine range for rationalised cars, considering post-war taxation and market strategy. | ||
| View original record | 1260 Copy in Rules Cust & Policy To Sg. Ho. C. to EV. C. to IM. C. to IM/SK. ENGINES FOR RATIONALISED CARS. The attached list shows the range of engines for which designs and detail drawings have now… | ||
| scan0055 | Recommendation to replace pre-war experimental aluminium engines with cost-effective High Power Cast Iron units. | ||
| View original record | -- Ha./SH.28.3.40. -- The BT's built experimentally before the war all had aluminium engines in them, and these engines are now obsolete both from a cost and a performance basis. Our recommendations… | ||
| scan0056 | Specification table for the Senior Rationalised Range of engines, grouped by cylinder count. | ||
| View original record | -7- Rm.2/IR.28.3.40. ENGINES, SENIOR RATIONALISED RANGE. 8 CYL. ENGINES. BORE & STROKE CAPACITY LITRES. R.A.C. 3.2 x 4.5 5.6 39.2 3.25 x 4.9 6.09 34 6 CYL. ENGINES. 3.75 x 4.5 4.90 33.7 3.50 x 4.5… | ||
| scan0057 | Proposing the use of drivers for scheduled service jobs to accustom owners to paying for maintenance. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. 1204 Rm/AA.2/B.2.4.40. As you know, a certain number of Inspector Engineers are still carrying on. I rather gather that their job will come to an end in due course. It struck me, however, that… | ||
| scan0058 | Role of Inspector Engineers and a proposal for post-war vehicle servicing. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm. Rm.22/ML.12.4.40. Rm/AA I have had the following note from on the subject of Inspector Engineers. "(Ref: Rm/AA.2/B.2.4.40) As you know, a certain number of Inspector Engineers are still… | ||
| scan0059 | George Eyston's stream-line run performance at Brooklands. | ||
| View original record | 1379 Sg. from Rm. Rm.6/ML.8.4.40. G.Eyston. With reference to your query as to Eyston's performance on the stream-line run on Brooklands, he did 114 miles 1123 yards in the hour and 10 miles at an… | ||
| scan0060 | Completion of a Corniche Bentley body, personnel constraints, and war work priorities. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm. Rm.20/ML.12.4.40. CORNICHE BENTLEY. With reference to Sg.4/E.6.4.40. I think that the only way in which Park Ward's can complete a Corniche body would be for Paulin to come over and… | ||
| scan0061 | Confirming the employment details and salary of a new staff member. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. Hs. from Rm. c. Rn. Rm.23/ML.12.4.40. Mr. R.J.T.Hewitt started with us on Monday last April 8th. as chief Planning and Production Lay-out assistant to Mr. Green. You will remember that we… | ||
| scan0062 | Summary on Monocoque construction and the evaluation of Studebaker and Standard cars. | ||
| View original record | FILE: 1021 Sg. from Rm. c. Ev. c. Rm/Bastow. Rm.17/ML.12.4.40. Attached is a rather useful summary of the Monocoque construction, made by Bastow who has recently come to us from Vauxhall's. We are now… | ||
| scan0063 | Monocoque versus sub-frame construction, focusing on insurance implications and repair costs. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. from Rm/DB. c. to Ev. Myth Body & Frame Construction. This car is to be of monocoque construction. One of the first points to be decided is whether to bolt on the sub-frame or whether to weld… | ||
| scan0064 | Analysis of the advantages and disadvantages of using a detachable sub-frame on chassis-less cars. | ||
| View original record | -2- Separate sub-frames. Eight replies have been received. One of these contained only a proposal form. Of the remainder none charged more for a Morris than the other two. Two charged more for a… | ||
| scan0065 | Minutes of a chassis conference discussing vehicle performance, heaters, and other features. | ||
| View original record | SECRET 1381 & Rms policy Sg. from Rm. c. Hs. c. EV. c. HPS. c. HPS/RH. c. Rm/PJH. c. Rm/CTS. Rm.1/W./13.4.40. MINUTES OF CHASSIS CONFERENCE HELD ON 8.4.40. Present: Sg. Hs. Ev. HPS. HPS/RH. Rm/PJH.… | ||
| scan0066 | The development of coupe bodies, desirable features, engine units, and chassis status. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Cont'd. COUPE BODIES. Coupe bodies have always been most unsatisfactory owing to their lack of rigidity. This type of body, expressing as it does individuality, is considered to be vitally… | ||
| scan0067 | Wartime production issues, including gearbox delays, chassis machining hours, gear grinding, costs, and programme scheduling. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - Cont'd. GEARBOXES. The new gearboxes were promised for mid-June. Part of the delay was due to the cutters having to be ordered. MACHINING HOURS ON CHASSIS WORK. It was pointed out that from the… | ||
| scan0068 | Information on 'Bodies' being too advanced for the present Body Division. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm. Rm.2/ML.15.4.40. re BODIES. With reference to Sg.3/E.12.4.40. This is useful information but, I should point out, rather advanced for our present Body Division. Rm. | ||
| scan0069 | Investigation into a hot rear seat on the 4.B.50 model, recommending a heat shield for the exhaust system. | ||
| View original record | 500a Sg. from Rm. c, Ev. Rm.18/ML.15.4.40. HOT REAR SEAT. 4.B.50. Our investigation confirms that the rear seat of the 4.B.50 does get very hot due to the proximity of the exhaust system. It will be… | ||
| scan0070 | Short memo discussing the tool kit for model 4.B.50 and the placement of hand tools on the car. | ||
| View original record | 8009 & 1820 To Sg. Rm.10/JH.18.4.40. 4.B.50. Herewith our tool specialists explanation of the tool kit on 4.B.50. I feel we ought not to have two places for hand tools on the car, or the driver will… | ||
| scan0071 | Criticisms and the proposed design for a car tool kit, including a comparison to a Rover kit. | ||
| View original record | Rm/FD.15/JH.18.4.40. Car Tool Kit. One of Sg's. criticisms on 4.B.30. was that the tool drawer underneath the instrument board contained too many tools. We rather think that Sg. was under the… | ||
| scan0072 | Comparative list of tools and their weights for Rover and Rolls Royce vehicles. | ||
| View original record | Rm/FD.1/SW.10.4.40. ROVER TOOLS. ½" Box Spanner (Single End) ¼" Box Spanner (Short) 5/16" Tommy Bar. 7/16" x ½" Jaw Spanner 5/16" x ⅜" " " Ignition " " Pliers Medium Adjustable Spanner Screwdriver… | ||
| scan0073 | Photograph of a toolkit in a fitted, hinged wooden case. | ||
| View original record | A E G 1/4 WHIT 5/16 7/16 WHIT 3/8 M/8 1/2 WHIT | ||
| scan0074 | Comparison of power characteristics for single-cylinder engine units, focusing on the Aspin valve. | ||
| View original record | The Aspin Valve. The curves shown on graph No.S. 183 represent a comparison (on a common basis) of certain single cylinder units from which deductions will be made. Power. It will first be noted that… | ||
| scan0075 | Comparison of engine designs and an analysis of detonation control, specifically focusing on the Aspin valve. | ||
| View original record | -2- Curve No.3 is the 500 c.c. Rudge. Curve No.4 is our latest over-head inlet, side valve exhaust chassis unit in the state of development where it retains all the desirable features previously… | ||
| scan0076 | Graph comparing B.M.E.P. versus Piston Speed for various engines, with tables for valve timings, compression ratios, fuel, and engine specifications. | ||
| View original record | B.M.E.P. S.183 DATA ① ASPIN 4.125 BORE 6" STROKE ② ASPIN 2.913 BORE 3.189 STROKE ③ RUDGE 3.346 BORE 3.464 STROKE ④ R.R 3.5 BORE 4.5 STROKE NORMAL CAR ENGINE ⑤ R.R 3.5 BORE 4.5 STROKE WITH SIX AMAL… | ||
| scan0077 | Logistics of completing Corniche car bodies in France during wartime hostilities. | ||
| View original record | 400c Sg. from Rm. c. C. c. Sr. Rm.1/ML.19.4.40. COMPLETION OF CORNICHE CARS. During Sr's recent visit I discussed with him the possibility of getting the Corniche body completed in France during… | ||
| scan0078 | Purchase of a small car for investigation as a potential model for the 'Myth' project. | ||
| View original record | 1097 4030 Sg. from Rm. Rm/12/ML.25.4.40. PURCHASE OF SMALL CAR FOR MYTH INVESTIGATION. The Studebaker is now being rebuilt for sale. We should like your agreement to buy what we consider to be the… | ||
| scan0079 | Comparing the performance, consumption, and build of a Lagonda car against potential Bentley models. | ||
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| scan0080 | Comparison of interior body dimensions between a Lagonda, Cresta, and Bentley V. | ||
| View original record | COPY. EV/JD.8/JH.26.4.40. Body Dimensions. At your request on Thursday April 25th, we measured the main interior dimensions of the Lagonda car. We also measured the car height from the ground.… | ||
| scan0081 | Comparative table of vehicle body dimensions for Lagonda, B.V., and Cresta models. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - D.8/JH.26.4.40. Lagonda. B.V. Cresta. Head room from top of well. 42.000 47.000 47.000 Head room from bottom of well 46.000 47.000 47.000 Steering wheel to rear seat squab. 67.000 63.000 68.000… | ||
| scan0082 | Overtime payments for gardeners at Duffield Bank House due to increased workload. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Rm. DRH Rm.1/JS.27.4.40. DUFFIELD BANK HOUSE. Owing to the fact that we have one less at Duffield Bank House now, and have also increased the work to be done by making a large kitchen garden,… | ||
| scan0083 | Eight faults found on production B.V. models and the proposed modifications before delivery to customers. | ||
| View original record | 400 Sg. from Rn. c. HS. c. C. c. Rd. Rn.3/3S/27.4.40. 15 PRODUCTION B.V's. As a result of experimental running since the out-break of war, eight faults have shown up on B.V. which require rectifying… | ||
| scan0084 | Proposal for research into the Aspin rotary valve and its suitability for two-stroke engines. | ||
| View original record | file 11297 2 Stroke Sg. and Hs. from Rm. c. H. c. Rg. c. Wd. c. Lr. c. Lr/Lov. 1129 Rm.1/ML.1.5.50. PROPOSED RESEARCH ON ASPIN VALVE. About a month ago we went up to have a look at the Aspin engine.… | ||
| scan0085 | Technical memorandum detailing the non-debatable advantages of the Aspin valve engine over single sleeve engines. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Cont'd. He has stated that he has had over 1,000 hours running on this particular valve and head. Aspin admits that he has had all sorts of trouble with the valve but asserts that it is now… | ||
| scan0086 | Technical analysis of the claimed advantages of the Aspin engine, including compression ratios and spark plug life. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. RM.1/HL.1.5.40. valve engine fails it is likely to wreck the engine, particularly in the case of the latter. This should not occur in a correctly designed aspin engine. DESIRABLE ADVANTAGES OF… | ||
| scan0087 | Preliminary investigation into the disadvantages of the Aspin engine, covering breathing, installation, weight and reliability. | ||
| View original record | - 4 - Cont'd. DM.1/M.1.5.40. The following are disadvantages of the Aspin engine that have so far come to light as a result of a preliminary investigation on the drawing board, by the Aero Division.… | ||
| scan0088 | M.E.P. curves for the Aspin valve engine compared to other naturally aspirated engines. | ||
| View original record | file 1129 Sg. and Hs. from Rm. c. E. c. Rg. c. Wd. c. Lr. c. Lr/Lov. Rm.1/ML.2.5.40. ASPIN VALVE. As a supplement to Rm.1/ML.1.5.40. we send you a few M.E.P. curves between the Aspin engine and other… | ||
| scan0089 | Note about repeating a fuel test to investigate its characteristics after it failed to detonate. | ||
| View original record | while it reproduced curve 1. and it did not detonate. We are however, going to take up a quantity of fuel of known characteristics and repeat the test. Hm. | ||
| scan0090 | Post-war popularity of coupe bodies and efforts to improve their rigidity. | ||
| View original record | COPY. Sg. from Rm. C. Hs.,Mr. Ward, Ev.,Mr. Green. Rm.15/ML.15.5.40. COUPE BODIES. We anticipate that, owing to the increasing popularity of the Coupe body, that after the war quite a large percentage… | ||
| scan0091 | Accompanying a photograph of a Lagonda from Devereux's for comparison with their own cars. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm. c. Hs. c. LV. c. Rm/JD. c. EV/JD. 11024 Rm.18/JD.13.5.40. Herewith a copy of a photograph of the Lagonda of Devereux's, which we had a fortnight ago, to compare with our own cars. Perhaps… | ||
| scan0092 | Photograph of a vintage saloon car parked on a rural road. | ||
| View original record | FYE 999 | ||
| scan0093 | Black and white photograph showing the front of a saloon car, registration FYE 999, on a country road. | ||
| View original record | FYE 999 | ||
| scan0095 | Photograph of a saloon car parked on a country road. | ||
| View original record | FYE 999 | ||
| scan0096 | Arguing for the necessity of a canteen at the Clan Foundry for staff. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Rm. Rm.4/ML.17.5.40. CANTEEN AT CLAN FOUNDRY. You will have seen the estimate for the proposed Canteen at the Clan Foundry, outlined in EJJ.2/M.3.5.40. We know that you are not tremendously… | ||
| scan0097 | Showing the approximate comparative costs of canteens at Clan Foundry and Slack Lane. | ||
| View original record | APPROXIMATE COMPARATIVE COSTS OF ROLLS ROYCE CANTEENS. Estimated Expenditure on Canteen at Clan Foundry .. £1,381. 5. 9. Expenditure on Canteen now being put in hand for Slack Lane.. .. .. .. .. .. ..… | ||
| scan0098 | Letter from Lord Beaverbrook's private secretary about handing over blueprints. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm. re 1162 Rm.1/ML.30.5.40. With reference to your telephone conversation, herewith the letter from Lord Beaverbrook's private secretary, which we accepted as the authority for handing over… | ||
| scan0099 | Confirming a telephone conversation and attaching a letter from the R.A.C. regarding a Corniche Body. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm. 400g Rm.9/ML.11.6.40. CORNICHE BODY EX: 14. B.V. Confirming our telephone conversation of this morning, attached is a copy of a letter we have received from the R.A.C. and which is… | ||
| scan0100 | One-acre plot of land leased from Clan Foundry, now unusable due to being filled with air raid shelters. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Rm. Clan Fdy With reference to the attached letter, the total area of the land leased to the Company with the Clan Foundry, is one acre. This is now almost entirely filled with air raid… | ||
| scan0101 | Finding a suitable position for R.J.T. Hewitt, with a potential role in tank assembly. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Rm. Rm.10/JMS.23.6.40. R.J.T. HEWITT. This is to confirm that you are going to endeavour to find a useful outlet for Hewitt's qualifications in the Rolls Royce organisation. If there is any… | ||
| scan0102 | Cover note from Rm. to Mr. Devereux regarding correspondence with John Howlett about criticisms of a bearing material. | ||
| View original record | 1020a Hs. from Rm. c. Mr. Devereux. Rm.5/ML.2.7.40. I attach a copy of some correspondence I have had with John Howlett in reply to certain criticisms which have been made to the effect that we are… | ||
| scan0103 | Letter addressing a business dispute and misunderstanding regarding a product called A.C.9. | ||
| View original record | Rm.10/M. 1.7.40. J.Howlett,Esq., Wellworthy Pistons Ltd., Lymington. Dear Howlett, Mr. Hives has passed on to me an extract from your letter to Devereux of the 7th. June. In it you say that Pilkington… | ||
| scan0104 | Letter discussing the root cause of bearing failures, focusing on lubrication systems and installation over bearing material. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. - 2 - Rm.10/ML.1.7.40. When a bearing has failed, most of the criticisms have been directed against the material of the bear-ing instead of the way in which the bearing has been installed. In… | ||
| scan0105 | Letter to Leyland Motors regarding A.C.9. bearing material trouble due to oil shortage. | ||
| View original record | COPY. LETTER TO PILKINGTON. Rm.2/ML. J.Pilkington,Esq., Leyland Motors Ltd., Leyland. Dear Pilkington, Confirming our discussion on Friday we do believe that the main cause for the trouble that you… | ||
| scan0106 | Letter from Henry Spurrier to Mr. Robotham clarifying a misunderstanding regarding conversations about the material A.C.9. | ||
| View original record | COPY. LETTER FROM HENRY SPURRIER. 14.6.40. Dear Robotham, Many thanks for your letter of the 13th. I am sorry that any conversation we may have had with John Howlett regarding A.C.9. may have taken a… | ||
| scan0107 | Letter from V.W. Pilkington to Robotham discussing a difficult situation regarding A.C.9. bearings. | ||
| View original record | COPY. LETTER FROM V.W.PILKINGTON. 25.6.40. Dear Robotham, I am sorry I have been so long in replying to your letter of the 18th, but I have been very much tied up on an urgent job required for the… | ||
| scan0108 | Recommendation to take the B.V. model off the road due to poor performance compared to a reference model. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm. Rm.13/ML.14.7.40. B.34.AW. As you know, except for Lp's car, B.V's were completed after the commencement of the Blitzkrieg. As a result of this we have never even been in a position to… | ||
| scan0109 | Clarifying a chassis reference, distinguishing it from a trials car, and returning reports. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm. Rm.1/ML.17.7.40. With reference to the note on B.34.AW, a copy of which I attach, this is the chassis number of Jack Barclay's car and was not the one I meant to refer to. The chassis of… | ||
| scan0110 | Big end failures in the Merlin engine, detailing failure rates and proposed modifications to the lubrication system. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten notes: -11824 see also 2026 "Hs" from "Rm" c: "E", c:"By", c: "Lov", c: "Wd". COPY Big End Failures - Merlin. Hancock's report of service troubles for March, April and May 1940 indicates… | ||
| scan0111 | Developments in lubrication systems, engine performance, and a proposed modification for the Merlin engine. | ||
| View original record | No 2. During all these developments we retained a maximum oil pressure of 35 lbs per square inch, since we found that raising the oil pressure usually affected the oil consumption, and also that it… | ||
| scan0112 | Cars sent to Canada for storage and notes on their experimental condition. | ||
| View original record | To: "Sg". Oy Cars sent to CANADA. Rm1/Dn29.7.40 The attached are some notes with regard to storage, which should be followed if the cars despatched to Canada are to be kept in good condition.… | ||
| scan0113 | Request to sanction the insurance for an employee's private car to be used on company business. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Rm. Rm.15/ML.6.8.40. O.R. USE OF PRIVATE CARS ON COMPANY'S BUSINESS. Will you please sanction the Insurance of F.J.Hardy's car (check number 1816) for use on the Company's business. Rm. | ||
| scan0114 | Request for an employee to use their own car for business relating to gun manufacturing supervision. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Rm. Rm.I/ML.13.8.40. EMPLOYEES' CARS ON COMPANY'S BUSINESS. It is almost essential that those who are engaged in supervising the manufacture or development of guns, should be in a position to… | ||
| scan0115 | Notice to all Officials and Superintendents regarding a weekend works closure. | ||
| View original record | 1210 Rm [Illegible Signature] To all Officials and Superintendents. Hs.3/T.21.8.40 Please note that the Works will be closed this weekend from Saturday mid-day until Sunday morning. Hs. | ||
| scan0116 | Confirming travel arrangements involving plane and train services between Glasgow and Hillingdon. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Rm. 1091 ROVER Rm.21/ML.25.8.40. Confirming our conversation on the telephone. Wilks will be going to Hillingdon after lunch on Friday and has booked seats on the 'plane which leaves Glasgow… | ||
| scan0117 | Circular instructing employees on the correct procedure for receiving and ordering goods to avoid payment issues. | ||
| View original record | 1210 To:- All Officials and Superintendents. Hs.1/DK.2.9.40. circular AH-ek Will you please make certain that all employees under your control are made aware of and comply with the following… | ||
| scan0118 | Internal memorandum instructing managers that employees cannot hold full-time positions in civil defence organisations. | ||
| View original record | Hs 1210 Rm 31210 To:- All Officials and Superintendents. Hs.2/DK.4.9.40. Will you please tell everyone in your department that they must not undertake full time work in the A.R.P., A.F.S., etc .… | ||
| scan0119 | Confirming the works will be closed from Saturday mid-day until the Sunday night shift commences. | ||
| View original record | 1210 To:- Sft, Hy, TB, LA, HPS, Rm, Sft/RH, EJB, Psket, Dor, Hy/SB. C. to JM/LS (Crewe) M.(Glasgow.) Hs.2/DK.6.9.40. It is agreed that the works shall be closed this week-end from Saturday mid-day… | ||
| scan0120 | Confirming the cancellation of a Sunday night-shift for the weekend. | ||
| View original record | To:- Sft, Hy, TB, LA, HPS, Rm, Sft/RH, EJB, Pskt. Dor. Hy/SB. 1210 Hs.3/DK.7.9.40. Further to Hs.2/DK.6.9.40. it is now agreed that there shall be no night-shift on Sunday night this week-end. Hs. | ||
| scan0121 | Establishing the Crewe Material Office and its responsibilities for raw material supply. | ||
| View original record | 1210 To:- All Officials at Derby and Crewe. Hs.3/DK.9.9.40. Crewe Material Office. It has been decided that the time has come when the production in the Crewe factory is so large as to require an… | ||
| scan0122 | Outlining a trial for alternate weekend rest periods and detailing revised working hours. | ||
| View original record | 1210 H.Fore To:- All Officials, Superintendents and Foremen. Hs.2/DK.9.9.40. Rest Periods. The Shop Stewards have written to Lord Beaverbrook a letter concerning rest periods, from which the following… | ||
| scan0123 | To Superintendents and Foremen regarding the enforcement of factory starting and stopping times. | ||
| View original record | To:- All Superintendents and Foremen. Starting and Stopping Times. Slackness in the observance of the correct starting and stopping times in the factory has now become a scandal. Thousands of hours… | ||
| scan0124 | 53,000-mile endurance test of car model 30.G.VII, detailing performance and component failures. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm. c. Hs. file 30.G.VII Rm.8/ML.11.9.40. re 30.G.VII. We are asking you to try this car after 53,000 miles running. Half this mileage was run in France at high average speeds and included… | ||
| scan0125 | Mechanical failures and maintenance on a vehicle, including gearbox issues and routine service requirements. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Cont'd. Rm.S/ML.11.9.40. Actually, at the outbreak of war, we had six new design gearboxes approaching completion. Since the original gearbox ran 50,000 miles before gear failures occurred, the… | ||
| scan0126 | Cost analysis and reliability report for a car that has run over 50,000 miles. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - Cont'd. We shall continue running this car because there does not seem to be any reason why we should pull it to pieces. If we neglected the gearbox, the car would have incurred the following… | ||
| scan0127 | Outlining payment and clocking procedures for factory employees during air raid warnings. | ||
| View original record | (Handwritten) Hk / 1210 Rm. 1210 (Typed) To:- C. to Works Officials and Superintendents. Hs.2/DK.17.9.40. While the present method of air raid warnings is in force, and in the event of the starting or… | ||
| scan0128 | Confirming the disposal of a Buick and acquisition of two small cars to gather design information for the 'Myth' project. | ||
| View original record | 12/12 Sg. from Rm. Sg file Rm.1/ML.26.9.40. This is to confirm that you agree to our disposing of the Buick and getting two small cars instead, from which we can obtain design information for the… | ||
| scan0129 | Recommending augmenting staff for the Transport Section at Derby due to maintenance issues with experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | Extra Copy. "HS" from "Rm". c. Mr Barlworth - Transport. TRANSPORT SECTION - DERBY. The Transport Section at Derby seem to be so short-handed that they can neither keep records, nor give adequate… | ||
| scan0130 | Recommending staff augmentation for the shorthanded Transport Section in Derby to ensure proper vehicle maintenance. | ||
| View original record | 1210 Hs. from Rm. c. Mr. Barkworth. Transport. TRANSPORT SECTION - DERBY. The Transport Section at Derby seem to be so shorthanded that they can neither keep records nor give adequate running… | ||
| scan0131 | Recommendation to increase staff in the Transport Section at Derby due to inadequate vehicle maintenance. | ||
| View original record | Open N. FILE 1/24 Exp'l Cars Copy. "Hs" from "Rm". c. Mr Barkworth - Transport. TRANSPORT SECTION - DERBY. The Transport Section at Derby seem to be so short-handed that they can neither keep records,… | ||
| scan0132 | Departmental rotation and transfer of an engineering apprentice, P.L. Watson. | ||
| View original record | See also Apprentice File No 10 12/10 To Hs/HAW. from Rm. Rm.7/ET.4.10.40. Re: P.L. WATSON. With reference to Hs/HAW.4/G.2.10.40, I should like you to arrange for P.L. Watson to have the normal… | ||
| scan0133 | Publicity concerning W.O. Bentley, Lagondas, and pre-Rolls Royce Bentleys. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm. Ag. file Rm.17/ML.9.10.40. W.O. BENTLEY - PUBLICITY. The steady stream of publicity which is continually being put out in the "Autocar" and "The Motor" in connection with Lagondas and… | ||
| scan0134 | Notice to officials and superintendents regarding the fortnightly weekend closure of the Derby works. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten top left] Rm 1210 [Handwritten top right] This is on the notice Boards. To:- All Officials and Superintendents. Hs.7/DK.14.10.40. [Signature] Rm It is agreed that the Derby works shall be… | ||
| scan0135 | From Rm to Hs regarding particulars of tool drawings sent to America. | ||
| View original record | Copy. Hs from Rm. You asked me the other day for particulars of the Tool Drawings we sent to America in the big case. I attach herewith the necessary numbers. These piece numbers only refer to… | ||
| scan0136 | Typed memo regarding the arrangement of a visit to the Leyland Directors. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Rm. He file Rm.2/ML.21.10.40. VISIT TO LEYLAND DIRECTORS. I have spoken to Spurrier on the 'phone and he is very sorry but they cannot manage Tuesday or Wednesday of this week. They are,… | ||
| scan0137 | Contractual policy and development strategy for the 40mm cannon gun. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm. Ag file Rm.16/ML.23.10.40. re 40 mm. CANNON GUN. With reference to your Memo. Sg.11/KW.21.10.40. and confirming our telephone conversation today. For reasons of policy, it seems to be… | ||
| scan0138 | Proposing ways to increase publicity for the Rolls-Bentley's Tourist Trophy achievements to counteract propaganda from 3-litre Bentley supporters. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm. Sg Memos 12/12 Rm.4/ML.27.10.40. We do not think that the Rolls-Bentley has ever received the publicity it deserves for it's achievements in the Tourist Trophy Races. Attached are a… | ||
| scan0139 | Letter to 'The Autocar' regarding the performance of a 3 1/2-litre Rolls-Bentley in the Tourist Trophy races. | ||
| View original record | LETTER TO THE AUTOCAR. As a very satisfied owner of an early 3½ litre Rolls-Bentley, I have read with interest the correspondence relating to "vintage" 3-litre Bentley cars. Do we sometimes venerate… | ||
| scan0140 | Letter to 'The Autocar' comparing the performance of 4.5-litre and 8-litre Bentley models in races. | ||
| View original record | LETTER TO THE AUTOCAR. We read with interest your letter of ------ concerning the Bentley car, but should like to point out that only part of the achievements of this car have been ventilated, so far.… | ||
| scan0141 | Two letters to 'The Autocar' discussing the racing performance of Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | LETTER TO THE AUTOCAR. With reference to the corres-pondance regarding E.R.Hall's Bentley, which has appeared in your previous numbers; this car has never been beaten in it's class in any event in… | ||
| scan0142 | Letter to 'The Autocar' magazine discussing the racing performance of E.R. Hall's Bentley car, chassis No: B-35-AE. | ||
| View original record | LETTER TO THE AUTOCAR. (Continued) Compared with these figures, the fact that in 1934, 1935 and 1936, Hall's Bentley on each occasion did the fastest time at 78.4; 80.3; and 80.8 m.p.h. respectively,… | ||
| scan0143 | Continuation of a text from 'THE AUTOCAR' regarding Bentley Motors' testing and appeal to enthusiasts. | ||
| View original record | THE AUTOCAR. (Continued) A 24 hour run at an output of 165 h.p. had already been carried out on the bench to ensure that the car could be driven all out the whole time. Bentley Motors have always… | ||
| scan0144 | Secret and confidential memo regarding the development of a launching gear for the R.A.F. using a Phantom III engine. | ||
| View original record | 121D Hs SECRET & CONFIDENTIAL. Hs. from Rm. [Handwritten Signature] c. Lp. LAUNCHING GEAR - R.A.F. Wing Commander Buxton and pilot Officer Fender came over on Sunday and collected the launching winch… | ||
| scan0145 | Confidential memo regarding publicity for the Bentley V chassis and its impending obsolescence. | ||
| View original record | SECRET & CONFIDENTIAL. W/S. C. from Rm. 12/2 c. Sg. Rm.18/HL.28.10.40. re BENTLEY PUBLICITY. Before the war an artist came over here and made a number of sketches of the more character-istic features… | ||
| scan0146 | Suspension, brake, and noisy gearbox issues on Barnato's car. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm. c. C. Memor GSB 1212 Rm.19/ML.28.10.40. BARNATO'S CAR. We have dealt with the suspension and brakes on this car. The suspension trouble was due to the production front road springs being… | ||
| scan0147 | Confirmation of a telephone agreement to purchase a monocoque Morris for £150. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm. Sg 1212 Rm.15/ML.29.10.40. Confirming our telephone conversation, you agree that we shall purchase a monocoque Morris for £150. Rm. | ||
| scan0148 | Summary of a discussion with Leyland's regarding a potential collaboration on tank design, specifically transmission systems. | ||
| View original record | SECRET Hs. from Rm. LIAISON WITH LEYLAND'S. For record purposes, the following is a summary of the discussion with Messrs Liardet and Spurrier of Leyland's, held on Tuesday, October 29th, in your… | ||
| scan0149 | Potential objections from Lord Beaverbrook regarding the company's work on tank design. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Cont'd. Rm.5/ML.30.10.40. It should then be possible to examine all the tanks that are at present in existence and formulate a basis for a new design. Mr. Robotham said that he hoped there would… | ||
| scan0150 | Outlining a plan for information gathering on tank design, involving a trip to Farnborough and a letter from Leyland's. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Rm. 1210 Hewitt u/s Rm.2/ML.4.11.40. TANK DESIGN. Attached is a copy of a letter I have had from Spurrier of Leyland's. I shall be going down to Farnborough with Pilkington on Wednesday. I… | ||
| scan0151 | Copy of a letter from Leyland Motors to arrange a meeting about tank design. | ||
| View original record | COPY OF A LETTER RECEIVED FROM LEYLAND'S. Leyland Motors Ltd., LEYLAND. Lancs. HSJ/NL. 1.11.40. W.A.Robotham,Esq., Messrs Rolls,Royce Ltd., DERBY. Dear Mr. Robotham, I returned to Leyland today after… | ||
| scan0152 | Letter from Henry Spurrier, Jnr. detailing an enemy bombing incident involving two unexploded bombs at the axle shop. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - You will be interested to hear that on Wednesday afternoon we had a further visit from the enemy when he dropped two heavy bombs on the Axle shop, probably of over ½-ton each, neither of which… | ||
| scan0153 | Visit from Major Murphey of the Canadian Corps concerning armaments and high muzzle velocities. | ||
| View original record | 1210 Vo. from Rm. O. Hs. As Memos Rm.7/ML.5.11.40. VISIT OF MAJOR MURPHEY. CANADIAN CORPS. Major Murphey of the Canadian Corps called today. General MacNaughton, who is his Commanding Officer, is… | ||
| scan0154 | Visit to tank trials at Farnborough, discussing tank design, production, and costs with Leyland Motors. | ||
| View original record | - SECRET - Hs file Sg. and Hs. from Rm. Rm.6/ML.10.11.40. VISIT TO TANK TRIALS - FARNBOROUGH. As a result of a discussion with Leyland Motors, we visited the Tank Testing Ground at Farnborough, on… | ||
| scan0155 | Report discussing wartime tank design, costs, production rationalisation, and a proposal for a general-purpose tank based on the Mark VI. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Cont'd. Rm.6/ML.10.11.40. In war-time, the cost is of secondary importance. However, a high cost means high man-hours, which in turn means dissipation of the Nation's reserves. The cost of a… | ||
| scan0156 | Proposal for a joint project with Leyland to improve the Mark VI tank's engine, transmission, and armament. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - Cont'd. Rm.5/ML.10.11.40. 3. PROPOSED ROLLS ROYCE - LEYLAND PROJECT. To make the Mark VI. tank cover these dual requirements, it is necessary for it to have a better power weight ratio than at… | ||
| scan0157 | Engine types for tank propulsion and a proposed wheeled vehicle. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. - 4 - 5. PETROL v. OIL ENGINES FOR TANK PROPULSION. Before seeing the tank trials we were of the opinion that an oil engine was the right power plant. Since, however, we have been able to… | ||
| scan0158 | Project proposal for a joint tank design with Leyland, detailing a three-stage work plan. | ||
| View original record | SECRET Sg and Hs. from Rm. Rm.3/ML.16.11.40. PROPOSED ROLLS ROYCE - LEYLAND TANK PROJECT. We visited Leyland's on Thursday, November 14th, with a view to crystallizing our ideas on what should be done… | ||
| scan0159 | Cross-sectional blueprint of a V-type engine with dimensional measurements. | ||
| View original record | 30.250, 5.000 DIA, 22.500, (6 7/16), 13.750, (2 3/16), 23.375, 18.250 | ||
| scan0160 | Secret memorandum suggesting improvements to tank turrets, specifically regarding their armament for the war effort. | ||
| View original record | To: Hs. c. Ve. Hs file Rm/RH.4/17.11.40. SECRET TANK TURRETS Since R.R. are engaged in 40 mm. gun development and also assisting in improving tank design, we suggest that a very useful contribution to… | ||
| scan0161 | Visit to Nuffield Mechanisation regarding the Mark VI tank and its transmission. | ||
| View original record | Sg file 1212 Hs. from Hm. c. Sg. Rm.3/ML.22.11.40. TANK PROJECT. With a view to gaining all the available information regarding the Mark VI. tank, which we have selected as being the one on which we… | ||
| scan0162 | The decision to use a Bofor gun over the Rolls Royce 40 mm gun. | ||
| View original record | 1210 Hs. from Rm. Hs file c. Ve. Rm.11/ML.22.11.40. ULTRA HIGH VELOCITY GUNS. Further to Rm/RH.2/17.11.40. General MacNaughton has now decided to use a Bofor since this has the inherent advantage of… | ||
| scan0163 | Potential customers for the B.V. Chassis during wartime and related gearbox issues. | ||
| View original record | 1212 Sg. from Rm. by file have one for Policy Rm.12/ML.22.11.40. CUSTOMERS RUNNING B.V. CHASSIS IN WAR-TIME. We have looked through the previous Memos on this subject and find that the only person in… | ||
| scan0164 | Modification to Barnato's B.V. springs by inserting a packing piece to correct a length deficiency. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. from Rm. Rm.2/ET.23.11.40. BARNATO'S B.V. ------------- In reply to Sg.1/KW/22.11.40, we can fortunately utilise the B.V. springs that are in existence , by inserting a 3/16" packing to make up… | ||
| scan0165 | Complaint about the front springs on a Bentley V car. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm. 1212 Sg file Rm.4/ML.25.11.40. BENTLEY V. FRONT SPRINGS. I do not know whether Barnato has complained again of his front springs bumping since we had his car, but I thought we had put… | ||
| scan0166 | Proposed replacement for the Wraith model, known as S.B.50. | ||
| View original record | A4 file 1212 Sg. from Rm. Rm.7/ML.26.11.40. WRAITH REPLACEMENT. We are asking you to try S.B.50. This is a fully rationalised replacement for the Wraith. If you look at PL.139, it corresponds with the… | ||
| scan0167 | New car design, the B.50, comparing its features and dimensions to the existing Wraith model. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Cont'd. we have made a better motor car for several items we can measure, but we are anxious to have the opinion of someone who has been using the Wraith, to ensure that we have not lost any of… | ||
| scan0168 | Specification comparison between two models, W.M.B. 11 and S.B.50. | ||
| View original record | Rm.7/ML.26.11.40. W.M.B. 11. S.B.50. Engine size 4¼ litres 4¼ litres Engine Type Aluminium Cast Iron Conventional Novel Wheel base 11 ft. 4 ins. 10 ft. 10 ins. Weight 41¼ cwt. 39 cwt. Lap speed 76… | ||
| scan0169 | Body dimension comparison between the Wraith III Continental Touring Limousine and the 3.B.50 model. | ||
| View original record | BODY COMPARISONS. WRAITH III. CONTINENTAL TOURING LIMOUSINE & 3.B.50. WRAITH III. 3.B.50. 1. Bottom of steering wheel to top of rear squab. 69.000 71.650 2. Bottom of steering wheel to face of rear… | ||
| scan0170 | Future work and personnel arrangements for the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Rm. Rm.8/ML.26.11.40. FUTURE OF THE CLAN FOUNDRY. Confirming our conversation with you on this subject, we have at the Clan Foundry the majority of the personnel who were working on Chassis… | ||
| scan0171 | Mounting of a 40mm gun on a Morris truck for aerodrome defence. | ||
| View original record | Ve. from Rm. c. Sg. c. Hs. c. Ev. Ag file 1712 Rm.7/ML.29.11.40. AERODROME DEFENCE GUN. We attach a copy of QPL.147, which shows the 40 mm. gun mounted on a Morris CS.8. truck, complete with power… | ||
| scan0172 | The sale of a new Bentley V's to Mr. Wilmot Breedon. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm. Sg file Rm.8/ML.5.12.40. 1212 (see B.V. file N°400) BENTLEY V's. FOR SALE. We have now spoken to Wilmot Breedon and he has expressed the desire to have one of the new Bentley V's. I think… | ||
| scan0173 | B.U.S.M. contract production issues related to a cradle design change from brass to aluminium. | ||
| View original record | Sg. and Hs. from Rm. c. Ve. c. HPS. Sg file (handwritten) 1212 (handwritten) Rm.3/ML.7.12.40. B.U.S.M. CONTRACTS. When we were discussing the contract position with Mr. Gimson this week, he raised the… | ||
| scan0174 | Internal memorandum expressing disappointment over a magazine article's write-up of a Bentley V's performance. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm. Rm.8/ML.9.12.40. BENTLEY PUBLICITY. Herewith a copy of the "Motor" of the 4th. December, containing a write-up of Bentley V's. Frankly, we are disappointed in the way the performance… | ||
| scan0175 | Need for direct liaison with motor papers to ensure satisfactory performance write-ups. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Cont'd. Rm.8/ML.9.12.40. We believe that, if we are to get satisfactory write-ups on cars where performance counts, in the future contact will have to be, not a normal trial run, but liaison… | ||
| scan0176 | Journal page listing maximum speeds, car models, and engine sizes for various manufacturers. | ||
| View original record | Rm.8/ML.9.12.40. TECHNICAL JOURNAL MAXIMUM SPEEDS. Car. Size. Maximum speed printed. Alvis 4.3 litres. 103 m.p.h. Atlanta 4 litres. 95 m.p.h. Ford Mercury 4 litres. 90 m.p.h. Lincoln Zephyr 4.375 "… | ||
| scan0177 | Progress report on the Leyland Tank Project, detailing engine tests, gearbox, steering, and clutch design. | ||
| View original record | SECRET To Sg. from Rm. Copy to Hs. ROLLS-ROYCE LEYLAND TANK PROJECT. Further to Rm.3/ML.16.11.40, we have the following progress to report:- 1. Kestrel engine run on Pool petrol with 220 hours of… | ||
| scan0178 | Meeting to finalise drawings and the decision to name the Merlin tank unit the 'Leyland Meteor' engine. | ||
| View original record | Rm.1/ET.10.12.40. - 2 - Both Spurrier and Pilkington expect to come to Derby on Monday, Dec. 16th, when we expect to have sufficient drawing done to enable a decision to be made as to exactly what we… | ||
| scan0179 | Progress report on the Leyland Tank Project, detailing engine tests and component design. | ||
| View original record | S E C R E T To Mr. [REDACTED]. From Rm. Copy to Hs. Rm.1/LT.10.12.40. ROLLS-ROYCE LEYLAND TANK PROJECT. ------------------------------- Further to Rm.3/ML.16.11.40, we have the following progress to… | ||
| scan0180 | Upcoming meeting to decide on drawings and the policy to rename the Merlin tank unit to the 'Leyland Meteor' engine. | ||
| View original record | Rm.1/ET.10.12.40. - 2 - Both Spurrier and Pilkington expect to come to Derby on Monday, Dec. 16th, when we expect to have sufficient drawing done to enable a decision to be made as to exactly what we… | ||
| scan0181 | Tank transmission and steering, comparing arrangements and proposing to fit the Leyland Meteor engine in the Mark VI tank. | ||
| View original record | Sg. and Hs. from Rm. c. Ev. c. Ev/Tln. TANK TRANSMISSION. The attached Memo. shows the results of an analysis of tank steerings. The complication of either the present Mk.VI. Merritt Brown or Rm/FJH's… | ||
| scan0182 | Project plan outlining the staged development of an engine and transmission for a new Battle Cruiser Tank. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. TANK PROJECT. ENGINE Stage 1 -- Bench Test Leyland Meteor engine to run on test bed with Kestrel carbs and 5 1/2 to 1 c/r. Endurance tests detonation on Pool petrol with high intake… | ||
| scan0183 | Secret report detailing the general position and requirements for a projected tank's transmission and steering system. | ||
| View original record | Sg. and Hs. from Rm/FJH. c. Ev. c. Ev/Tln. Rm/FJH.1/RH.10.12.40. SECRET. GENERAL POSITION OF PROJECTED TANK TRANSMISSION & STEERING. This report does not discuss the question of engine size or type… | ||
| scan0184 | Technical discussion on tank gearbox design, comparing existing systems with a proposed 5-speed synchromesh gearbox for the Merlin engine. | ||
| View original record | 2. in that the bulk of its resistance to motion is in the form of tractive resistance, which, unlike windage loss, does not vary with speed. The tractive resistance does however, vary greatly with the… | ||
| scan0185 | Comparison of tank projects, discussing acceleration and steering methods for tracked vehicles. | ||
| View original record | 3. Mark V. Weight 18 tons. Meadows engine of 250 h.p. @ 2000 r.p.m. Mark VI. Weight 18 tons. Liberty engine of 320 h.p. @ 1500 r.p.m. R.R.Project. Weight 18.5 tons. Merlin engine of 450 h.p. @ 2100… | ||
| scan0186 | Comparison table of gearbox performance data for Mark V, Mark VI, and R.R. project tanks, detailing ratios, acceleration, and speeds. | ||
| View original record | 4. Gear, 5th., 4th., 3rd., 2nd., 1st., Rev. Mark V Overall ratio, , 5.55, 10.5, 23.4, 40.8, 33.1 Ratio Gap, , , 0.53, 0.45, 0.57 Tank acceleration, , 0.059, 0.12, 0.25, 0.43, 0.35 Speed at maximum… | ||
| scan0187 | Comparison of different tank steering systems, including Plain Differential, Clutch & Brake, and Double Gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 5. 1. Plain Differential. In order to steer the tank, the brake on the inner track is applied to produce the desired resistance to motion on this track. This brake has to absorb half the engine output… | ||
| scan0188 | Controlled differential and epicyclic steering systems for tracked vehicles. | ||
| View original record | 6. gearbox in that when one of the steering brakes is locked the two half shafts are obliged to run at speeds differing in a fixed proportion, resulting in a fixed turning radius. Radii greater than… | ||
| scan0189 | Analysis of tank transmission and steering systems, featuring the Merritt Brown System. | ||
| View original record | 7. So far as we can see up to now, the complication and cost of these systems is approximately the same as the double gearbox, the weight should be less and the performance better. 6. Merritt Brown… | ||
| scan0190 | The design and challenges of a steering mechanism for a tank power plant. | ||
| View original record | 8. about because the steering mechanism has to be so geared as to maintain manouverability on difficult ground at low speeds and consequently is too high geared for the maximum turn that can be used… | ||
| scan0191 | Operational characteristics of a tank's steering clutch system. | ||
| View original record | 9. that when the steering clutch is fully engaged and the appropriate driven member of this clutch is rotated at its maximum speed of 2500 r.p.m., the inner track of the tank has its speed reduced by… | ||
| scan0192 | Diagrams of various tank steering systems. | ||
| View original record | INPUT TRACK SPROCKET BRAKE PLAIN DIFFERENTIAL USED ON ALL CARRIER TANKS. CLUTCH CLUTCH AND BRAKE. USED ON ALL BRITISH TANKS PRE. MARK V. WILSON 2 SPEED STEERING GEARBOXES. DOUBLE GEARBOX USED ON MARKS… | ||
| scan0193 | Schematic diagram for a proposed tank transmission and steering system. | ||
| View original record | ENGINE STEERING CLUTCH. EXISTING 1/4 REDUCTION GEARS AND MAIN BRAKES PROPOSED R.R. TANK TRANSMISSION AND STEERING. JHH 8/12/40. RM 663 | ||
| scan0194 | Capacity and feasibility of taking on Allison engine repairs by adapting existing Kestrel fixtures. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Rm. Hs file Rm.7/ML.10.12.40. ALLISON ENGINE REPAIRS. Further to our conversation on this subject. We have now done 278 Kestrels at the Clan Foundry, 107 of which were completed in the last… | ||
| scan0195 | Bentley publicity and a response to statements made about car performance in 'The Motor' magazine. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm. [Handwritten] Sg file. I have put a copy in Rm.5/ML.11.12.40. BENTLEY PUBLICITY. Replying to Sg.7/KW.10.12.40. We hardly expect the "Motor" to be enthusiastic about inserting statements… | ||
| scan0196 | Performance particulars of the new Bentley Mark V and Corniche models. | ||
| View original record | BENTLEY CARS - 1941. More particulars are now available regarding the new Bentley, illustrated in our issue of December 4th. The Mark V., or new standard car, was credited with a top speed of 85 - 90… | ||
| scan0197 | Car performance, noting a top speed of 110 m.p.h. limited by tyre life and affecting standard Bentley features. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - The car is certainly capable of 110 m.p.h. on the road and in fact, its top speed performance at present is largely dictated by tyre life. The ability to go almost anywhere on top gear, which is… | ||
| scan0198 | Secret memo discussing the development of an advanced Leyland Meteor engine for a Mark VI tank. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. Sg. and Hs. from Rm. Sy file Rm.6/NL.20.12.40. TANK PROJECT. We saw Mr. Durrant, Director of Tank Development, at Leyland's. Messrs Spurrier and Pilkington were also present. It was agreed… | ||
| scan0199 | Accuracy of performance figures for Bentley publicity and press runs. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm. Ag file Rm.1/ML.22.12.40. BENTLEY PUBLICITY. Cx's Memo. reference Cx.3/KW. 17.12.40. confirms my opinion that Press runs that are of a semi-technical nature, should be handled by the… | ||
| scan0200 | Magazine capacity and performance of a 40mm ground defence gun. | ||
| View original record | Ye. from Rm. c. Sg. and Hs. c. EV. He file Rm.16/ML.28.12.40. 40 mm. GROUND DEFENCE GUN. Since the successful test of the 40 mm. gun on the 15 cwt. truck, the General Staff have apparently been giving… | ||
| scan0201 | Correspondence with Mr. Gimson about a production delay for aluminium cradles. | ||
| View original record | HS file 1210 To Hs. from Rm. Rm.10/ET.12.12.40 Herewith copy of correspondence I have had with Mr. Gimson on the subject of aluminium cradles. The fact that he could not tool up for this cradle was… | ||
| scan0202 | The postponement of a publicity article and demonstration for the Bentley V. | ||
| View original record | Sr. from Em. Sg file Em.4/ML.31.12.40. 1212 BENTLEY PUBLICITY. We have spoken to Pomeroy on the telephone regarding his article on the Bentley V. and the proposed demonstration of its effective… | ||