Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Potential change in lubricating oil suppliers for the new Bentley, suggesting Vacuum Oil Company and listing other approved oils. | ||
| View original record | X 1588 To Hs. from Sg. re Bentley. Sg14/E2.1.33 I said some time ago that I thought that with the new Bentley we might make a change in regard to lubricating oil and give one of the other Companies a… | ||
| scan0002 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company regarding the supply of Mobiloil for a high-speed road test in France. | ||
| View original record | WE DO NOT HOLD OURSELVES RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSSES OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM DELAY IN FILLING ORDERS CAUSED BY STORM, STRIKES, FIRE, DIFFERENCES WITH WORKMEN OR ANY CAUSE BEYOND OUR CONTROL. Vacuum Oil… | ||
| scan0003 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company regarding Mobiloil for engine and rear axle lubrication tests. | ||
| View original record | X1588 WE DO NOT HOLD OURSELVES RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSSES OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM DELAY IN FILLING ORDERS CAUSED BY STORM, STRIKES, FIRE, DIFFERENCES WITH WORKMEN OR ANY CAUSE BEYOND OUR CONTROL VACUUM… | ||
| scan0004 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company discussing lubricant recommendations for various vehicle components. | ||
| View original record | YS6-1311. No. 2. V.O.Co., Ltd., to Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby. 9th January, 1933. effect on ball bearings, etc. It is important when the gears are removed from the back axle for inspection that they be… | ||
| scan0005 | Comparison table of the physical properties for Mobiloil D, G, and E. | ||
| View original record | Mobiloil D Mobiloil G Mobiloil E Specific Gravity 895 881 920 Pour Test, Flows at 5°F 0°F 0°F Open Flash 455°F 410°F 385°F Viscosity (Redwood) @ 70°F 3210 545 1300 @ 100°F - 221 410 @ 140°F 340 92 129… | ||
| scan0006 | The 1933 range of Mobilgrease products and their specific applications. | ||
| View original record | The 1933 Range of MOBILGREASES A series of products is now available covering the various grease requirements of every type of automotive unit. Just as there is a Mobiloil grade of engine and gear oil… | ||
| scan0007 | Product information sheet detailing various Voco and Gargoyle speciality lubricants and fluids for 1933 models. | ||
| View original record | VOCO SPECIALITY PRODUCTS FOR 1933 The modern motor car usually embodies certain components needing special products for their proper functioning and until the introduction of the Voco range of… | ||
| scan0008 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company, Limited confirming a meeting arrangement. | ||
| View original record | 81588 WE DO NOT HOLD OURSELVES RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSSES OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM DELAY IN FILLING ORDERS CAUSED BY STORM, STRIKES, FIRE, DIFFERENCES WITH WORKMEN OR ANY CAUSE BEYOND OUR CONTROL. Vacuum… | ||
| scan0009 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company offering to supply oil free of charge for further tests on the new Bentley car. | ||
| View original record | X1588 WE DO NOT HOLD OURSELVES RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSSES OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM DELAY IN FILLING ORDERS CAUSED BY STORM, STRIKES, FIRE, DIFFERENCES WITH WORKMEN OR ANY CAUSE BEYOND OUR CONTROL. Vacuum… | ||
| scan0010 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company regarding the urgent delivery of a barrel of Mobiloil 'D' to Paris. | ||
| View original record | WE DO NOT HOLD OURSELVES RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSSES OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM DELAY IN FILLING ORDERS CAUSED BY STORM, STRIKES, FIRE, DIFFERENCES WITH WORKMEN OR ANY CAUSE BEYOND OUR CONTROL. Vacuum Oil… | ||
| scan0011 | Internal request to order 10 gallons of Mobiloil 'D' for use on Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | X/6588 To ROY/MS. from Hs/Lid. Hs/Lid.11/KT.10.5.33. Will you please order for use on Bentley cars (o/54307), 10 galls. of Mobiloil "D". Hs/Lid. | ||
| scan0012 | Requesting an order to be placed for a 5 gallon drum of Mobiloil 'D' for a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | ROY/MS. X/688 Hs/Lid.14/KT.11.5.33. Please send an order to the City Service Garage Ltd. for a 5 gallon drum of Mobiloil 'D', which we obtained from them as per attached invoice. o/54307 (Bentley).… | ||
| scan0013 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company Limited arranging a meeting with Mr. E.W. Hives. | ||
| View original record | X 1588 WE DO NOT HOLD OURSELVES RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSSES OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM DELAY IN FILLING ORDERS CAUSED BY STORM, STRIKES, FIRE, DIFFERENCES WITH WORKMEN OR ANY CAUSE BEYOND OUR CONTROL. Vacuum… | ||
| scan0014 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company about satisfactory oil test results and recommending Mobiloil 'EP' for hypoid gear lubrication. | ||
| View original record | X1588 WE DO NOT HOLD OURSELVES RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSSES OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM DELAY IN FILLING ORDERS CAUSED BY STORM, STRIKES, FIRE, DIFFERENCES WITH WORKMEN OR ANY CAUSE BEYOND OUR CONTROL. Vacuum… | ||
| scan0015 | Letter of introduction for Mr. Hives' forthcoming visit to France for tests on the new Rolls-Bentley car. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010. X1588 CAXTON HOUSE EAST, WESTMINSTER, LONDON, S.W.1. 1st May, 1933. E. W. Hives Esq., c/o Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, Derby. Dear Mr. Hives, Mr. J. Russell… | ||
| scan0016 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company regarding experimental work on Mobilgrease and a comparison of Mobiloil Aero H and Aero W. | ||
| View original record | RR 81588. WE DO NOT HOLD OURSELVES RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSSES OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM DELAY IN FILLING ORDERS CAUSED BY STORM, STRIKES, FIRE, DIFFERENCES WITH WORKMEN OR ANY CAUSE BEYOND OUR CONTROL.… | ||
| scan0017 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company discussing Mobiloil Aero 'H' performance in Prestone-cooled Wright 'Conqueror' engines. | ||
| View original record | Y56-1311. No. 2. V.O.Co.,Ltd., to Messrs. Rolls-Royce Limited. 4th May, 1933. It will be seen therefore that Mobiloil Aero "H" has a margin of some 20°F to 25°F over Mobiloil Aero "W" when the two… | ||
| scan0018 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company, Ltd. to Messrs. Rolls-Royce Limited. | ||
| View original record | Y56-1311. No. 3. V.O.Co., Ltd, to Messrs. Rolls-Royce Limited. 4. 5. 33. If you wish us to supply any further information please do not hesitate to write us. Yours faithfully, VACUUM OIL COMPANY,… | ||
| scan0019 | Test results comparing the performance of different brands of grease. | ||
| View original record | Of all brands of greese tested the R.R type proved to be the best. Types tested Mobilgrease No 6. 75% used on 10hr run. Wakefield's White Compound. 90% " " " " RR 50% " " " " | ||
| scan0020 | Follow-up letter from oil importers Rimer Bros. Ltd. regarding a discussion about their motor oils. | ||
| View original record | DIRECTORS: W. T. RIMER E. J. RIMER D. McFALL. W. J. CRAGGS. S. WALLACE. X/588. TELEPHONES: NEWCASTLE 28041 (THREE LINES) TELEGRAMS: "RIMER, NEWCASTLE-ON-TYNE" RIMER BROS. LTD OIL IMPORTERS AND… | ||
| scan0021 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company arranging an interview for Mr. J. Russell Sharp. | ||
| View original record | WE DO NOT HOLD OURSELVES RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSSES OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM DELAY IN FILLING ORDERS CAUSED BY STORM, STRIKES, FIRE, DIFFERENCES WITH WORKMEN OR ANY CAUSE BEYOND OUR CONTROL. V 1880 Vacuum… | ||
| scan0022 | Use of Vacuum Oils for Bentley hypoid axles and arranging a dynamometer test. | ||
| View original record | X1586- To Mx. from Hs/Lid. c. to Wor. BENTLEY LUBRICATING OILS. As you are aware it is proposed to use Vacuum Oils throughout on this Bentley car. The Vacuum oil for hypoid axles is Mobiloil "EP".… | ||
| scan0023 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company detailing lubricant recommendations for Rolls-Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten top left: X/546] [Handwritten top right: LID, See me, H#] WE DO NOT HOLD OURSELVES RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSSES OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM DELAY IN FILLING ORDERS CAUSED BY STORM, STRIKES, FIRE,… | ||
| scan0024 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company regarding samples of Mobiloil and Mobilgrease sent for trial. | ||
| View original record | Y56-6305. No. 2. V.O.Co., Ltd, to Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby. 31/7/33. of which may be of interest to you. As requested, we have arranged for the following samples to be sent to you free of charge for… | ||
| scan0025 | Product information sheet for Voco Speciality Products such as various oils and fluids for vehicle maintenance. | ||
| View original record | VOCO SPECIALITY PRODUCTS The modern motor car usually embodies certain components needing special products for their proper functioning and until the introduction of the Voco range of Specialities the… | ||
| scan0026 | The 1933 range of Mobilgreases and their recommended applications. | ||
| View original record | The 1933 Range of MOBILGREASES A series of products is now available covering the various grease requirements of every type of automotive unit. Just as there is a Mobiloil grade of engine and gear oil… | ||
| scan0027 | Follow-up letter to Mr. Hives confirming recommendations and offering special prices on Mobiloil. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010. X 1588. CAXTON HOUSE EAST, WESTMINSTER, LONDON, S.W.1. B.1/MSD. 2nd August, 1933. E.W. Hives, Esq., Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, Derby. Dear Mr. Hives, I feel… | ||
| scan0028 | Letter quoting prices for Mobiloil lubricants following satisfactory tests and inclusion in recommendations for Rolls-Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | All quotations are without engagement unless stated otherwise. B.1/MSD. 2nd August, 1933. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, Derby. For the attention of Mr. H. Royce. Dear Sirs, Our Technical… | ||
| scan0029 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company, Limited concerning charges and credits for items. | ||
| View original record | 2. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby. 2/8/1933. to be charged at 30/- each, this amount being credited upon their subsequent receipt in good condition. Assuring you of our earnest desire to be of service at all… | ||
| scan0030 | Publicity proposal from Price's Patent Candle and an inquiry about the oil used in the new Bentley. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Hs...from C. V1588. C17/D25.8.33 Price's Patent Candle people are on to us about giving us some free publicity when we announce the Bentley. Will you please let me know if it is Price's Oil that… | ||
| scan0031 | Proposal to recommend specific oils for Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | To C. From Hs. Hs.4/MJ.31.8.33. Re. Oils for Bentley. Replying to C.17/D25.8.33. The proposal at the moment is that we shall recommend the oils we are using on R.R. cars plus the Vacuum. Vacuum has… | ||
| scan0032 | Confirming an inconclusive test of Mobiloil 'EP' in a Bentley axle due to contamination from another oil. | ||
| View original record | V1588 Hs/Lid from Mx. Mx14/T4.9.33. BENTLEY LUBRICATING OILS. Hs/Lid3/KT29.7.33. This is to confirm what I have already reported to you on the 'phone, that although we tested a Bentley axle with the… | ||
| scan0033 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company to Mr. E. W. Hives to arrange a meeting in Derby. | ||
| View original record | X1588 WE DO NOT HOLD OURSELVES RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSSES OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM DELAY IN FILLING ORDERS CAUSED BY STORM, STRIKES, FIRE, DIFFERENCES WITH WORKMEN OR ANY CAUSE BEYOND OUR CONTROL. Vacuum… | ||
| scan0034 | Letter to Mr. Russell Sharp of Vacuum Oil Co. Ltd. regarding a meeting and the final decision on lubricants for the Bentley. | ||
| View original record | Expl. Dept. Hs.7/MJ. 8th. September 1933. J. Russell Sharp Esq., Vacuum Oil Co. Ltd., Caxton House, Westminster, LONDON.S.W.1. Dear Mr. Russell Sharp, I shall be available on Tuesday but not Monday of… | ||
| scan0035 | Telegram from Russell Sharp confirming an arrival time in Derby of one o'clock. | ||
| View original record | X15-98. 59 B or C Charges to pay s. d. TIME OF RECEIPT 11-6 M From POST OFFICE TELEGRAPHS. Telegrams for HIVES + ddresses may be handed to the messenger who delivers this form. The Post Office accepts… | ||
| scan0036 | The choice of lubricating oils for the 3½ Litre Bentley. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Mx. 3½ Litre Bentley – Lubricating Oils. Can you tell me whether a decision was arrived at with regard to the brands of oils to be used? Assuming that Vacuum Oils are to be used, do you… | ||
| scan0037 | Inclusion of Vacuum Oil Co. in the Bentley instruction book and considering other oil recommendations. | ||
| View original record | S/W Hs...from C. X1588 C5/C19.9.33 I have been in negotiation with Mr.Gordon England, who now represents the Vacuum Oil Co., and he says that their representative, Mr.Russel Sharpe, interviewed Sg. in… | ||
| scan0038 | Clarifying the recommended oils for Bentley vehicles. | ||
| View original record | To C. From Hs. Replying to C.5/C19.9.33. We cannot trace having received a letter from Sg. on July 21st., in connection with Vacuum Oil. We attach herewith a copy of the original letter we received… | ||
| scan0039 | Selection, testing, and pricing of lubricants for Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | W/S X1588 To G. from ROY. c. to Wor. c. to Hs. ROY5/MG23.9.33 Lubricants for Bentley Car C6/C19.9.33 - Our present arrangements with Messrs. Price and Wakefield cover the supply of Lubricants for… | ||
| scan0040 | Oil policy for Bentley cars and suggesting offering Tonneline Oils as an alternative. | ||
| View original record | To S. from ROY. ROY5/MG23.9.33 continued. 2. Doubtless there will be many Rolls owners who will buy Bentleys also, and they will naturally want to use the same oil for both cars. As far as Shell Oil… | ||
| scan0041 | Lubricating oils used on 3½ Litre Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | X1588 Hs. from Mx. Mx15/T29.9.33. 3½ Litre Bentley - Lubricating Oils. Reference to my Mx16/T12.9.33. In the absence of any information with regard to the above, we have used on the 14 Bentley Cars… | ||
| scan0042 | Recommendation regarding the appropriate oils to be used for the Bentley Car. | ||
| View original record | 8/588 To Roy. From Hs. Hs.5/MJ.18.11.33. Re. Oils for Bentley Car. Our recommendation is that we should use the R.R. oils, i.e. Price's, Wakefield's, Shell, plus Vacuum. We find that Aero Shell was… | ||
| scan0043 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company regarding the use of Mobiloil in a Bentley Gear Box. | ||
| View original record | X1588. WE DO NOT HOLD OURSELVES RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSSES OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM DELAY IN FILLING ORDERS CAUSED BY STORM, STRIKES, FIRE, DIFFERENCES WITH WORKMEN OR ANY CAUSE BEYOND OUR CONTROL. Vacuum… | ||
| scan0044 | Letter to Shell regarding the postponement of Bentley instruction books and the likely recommendation of their oils. | ||
| View original record | 81588 Expl. Dept. Hs.2/MJ. 20th. November 1933. L.G.Callingham Esq., Messrs. Shell Mex & B.P. Ltd., P.O. Box No.148 Shell Mex House, Victoria Embankment, LONDON.W.C.2. Dear Mr. Callingham, We shall… | ||
| scan0045 | Letter from the Experimental Dept. requesting oil viscosity data from Shell-Mex & B.P. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | V2869 Experimental Dept. Hs/Lid.6/KT. November 25th 1933. Messrs Shell-Mex & B.P. Ltd., P.O. Box No. 148, Shell-Mex House, Victoria Embankment, London. W.C.2. Dear Sirs, Re. Oil Viscosity. In… | ||
| scan0046 | Letter to the Vacuum Oil Co. Ltd. requesting viscosity curve data for Mobiloil 'D' at low temperatures. | ||
| View original record | K.58 Experimental Dept. Hs/Lid.5/KT. November 25th 1933. The Vacuum Oil Co. Ltd., Caxton House, Westminster, London. S.W.1. Dear Sirs, Re. Oil Viscosity. In connection with cold engine starting, we… | ||
| scan0047 | Letter to C.C. Wakefield & Co. Ltd. requesting viscosity curves for various engine oils at low temperatures. | ||
| View original record | X1588 Experimental Dept. Hs/Lid.4/KT. November 25th 1933. Messrs C.C. Wakefield & Co. Ltd., Wakefield House, 30 & 32, Cheapside, London. EC.2. Dear Sirs, Re. Oil Viscosity. In connection with cold… | ||
| scan0048 | Letter to Prices Patent Candle Co. Ltd. requesting oil viscosity data at low temperatures for cold engine starting. | ||
| View original record | Y 1488 Experimental Dept. Hs/Lid.3/KT. November 25th 1933. Messrs Prices Patent Candle Co.Ltd., Belmont Works, Battersea, London. S.W.11. Dear Sirs, Re: Oil Viscosity. In connection with cold engine… | ||
| scan0049 | Letter from C. C. Wakefield & Co. regarding a query on oil viscosity. | ||
| View original record | X1588. BY APPOINTMENT TO HIS MAJESTY THE KING MAKERS OF THE FAMOUS "CASTROL" MOTOR OILS. BY APPOINTMENT TO H.R.H. THE PRINCE OF WALES C. C. Wakefield & Co., Limited. MANUFACTURERS OF HIGH CLASS… | ||
| scan0050 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company acknowledging a query regarding oil viscosity. | ||
| View original record | X15889 WE DO NOT HOLD OURSELVES RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSSES OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM DELAY IN FILLING ORDERS CAUSED BY STORM, STRIKES, FIRE, DIFFERENCES WITH WORKMEN OR ANY CAUSE BEYOND OUR CONTROL. Vacuum… | ||
| scan0051 | Letter from Price's Patent Candle Company Limited regarding an enquiry for viscosity figures for Motorine C oil. | ||
| View original record | X1V56 All communications to be addressed to the Company. By Appointment Motor Oil Manufacturers To H. R. H. The Prince of Wales Price's Patent Candle Company, Limited. Battersea, London, S.W.11.… | ||
| scan0052 | Letter to Messrs Prices Patent Candle Co. Ltd requesting comparative viscosity figures for competitor motor oils. | ||
| View original record | Experimental Dept. He/Lid.2/KT. November 30th 1933. Messrs Prices Patent Candle Co.Ltd, Belmont Works, Battersea, London. S.W.11. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter LM/B. of the 28th inst, we note… | ||
| scan0053 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company discussing oil viscosities at various temperatures. | ||
| View original record | X1588. WE DO NOT HOLD OURSELVES RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSSES OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM DELAY IN FILLING ORDERS CAUSED BY STORM, STRIKES, FIRE, DIFFERENCES WITH WORKMEN OR ANY CAUSE BEYOND OUR CONTROL; VACUUM… | ||
| scan0054 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company discussing figures for Mobiloil A, AF and Arctic. | ||
| View original record | Y56-12948 No. 2 V.O.Co., Ltd., to bodied oils. We have also included the figures for Mobiloil A, which is intermediate between Mobiloil AF and Mobiloil Arctic. We trust that these figures will fulfil… | ||
| scan0055 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company discussing the suitability of Mobiloil 'EP' for engine and gear lubrication. | ||
| View original record | 81588. WE DO NOT HOLD OURSELVES RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSSES OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM DELAY IN FILLING ORDERS CAUSED BY STORM, STRIKES, FIRE, DIFFERENCES WITH WORKMEN OR ANY CAUSE BEYOND OUR CONTROL. Vacuum… | ||
| scan0056 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company Limited discussing the viscosities of different Mobiloil Aero lubricating oils. | ||
| View original record | Y56-12948 No. 2 V.O.Co., Ltd, to With regard to the question of the temperatures obtained in service with engine lubricating oils, we have made up a table which we are attaching hereto showing… | ||
| scan0057 | Viscosity data for different Mobiloil Aero grades at various temperatures. | ||
| View original record | Y56-12948 No. V.O.Co., Ltd., to 32 °F 100 °F 200 °F Centipoises Centipoises Centipoises Mobiloil Aero "W" 42.4 2.08 .190 Mobiloil Aero "H" 72.2 3.34 .266 Mobiloil Aero "XH" 108.2 4.05 .308 .190… | ||
| scan0058 | Letter to the Vacuum Oil Company Ltd. acknowledging receipt of information on oil viscosities. | ||
| View original record | Experimental Dept. Hs/Lid.14/KT. December 1st 1933. The Vacuum Oil Company Ltd., Caxton House, Westminster, London. S.W.1. Dear Sirs, re. Oil Viscosities. We are in receipt of your letter ref:… | ||
| scan0059 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company regarding engine oil temperatures, sludge formation, and filtration. | ||
| View original record | X1886. WE DO NOT HOLD OURSELVES RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSSES OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM DELAY IN FILLING ORDERS CAUSED BY STORM, STRIKES, FIRE, DIFFERENCES WITH WORKMEN OR ANY CAUSE BEYOND OUR CONTROL. Vacuum… | ||
| scan0060 | Table comparing the viscosity of various oils in Centipoises at different temperatures. | ||
| View original record | Y56-12948 VISCOS No. V.O.Co., Ltd., to 23 °F Centipoises 100 °F Centipoises 200 °F Centipoises Mobiloil "D" . . . . . . . 90.8 2.42 .212 Mobiloil "AF" . . . . . . . 65.7 1.55 .138 Mobiloil "A" . . . .… | ||
| scan0061 | Comparative table of properties for various grades of oil. | ||
| View original record | XIVES GRADE. Spec. Grav. Visc. @ 70°F. Visc. @ 140°F. Pour test. Closed fl CASTROL "XL" .905 40'00" 4'5" 5°F 430°F CASTROL "XXL" .904 75'0" 7'5" 0°F 420°F MOTORINE "C" (sample taken July) .913 48'20"… | ||
| scan0062 | Letter from Shell-Mex and B.P. Ltd responding to a query about oil viscosity and the limitations of extrapolating data. | ||
| View original record | SHELL-MEX X/1588. Telephone: Temple Bar 1234 Telegrams: Shelbeepee, Rand London SHELL-MEX AND B.P. LTD Distributors for the Shell and Anglo-Persian Oil Groups P.O. BOX NO. 148 . SHELL-MEX HOUSE… | ||
| scan0063 | Table detailing the absolute viscosity of Aeroshell oil at various temperatures. | ||
| View original record | CONFIDENTIAL ABSOLUTE VISCOSITIES. AEROSHELL Absolute Viscosity @ 20°F. 1,070 centipoises " " @ 0°F. 8,300 " " " @ -5°F. 15,850 " " " @ -10°F. 31,600 " | ||
| scan0064 | Laboratory memo regarding viscosity tests on oil samples, equipment limitations, and the acquisition of a new viscometer. | ||
| View original record | x1558. To Hs/Mr. Lidsey. HLL/AG.12.12.33. Laboratory Report No. L2900 Re: Viscosity Tests. We send herewith viscosity curves and cold test figures for the samples of oil submitted. Any viscosity… | ||
| scan0065 | Viscosity curve graph for 'Motorine C' oil. | ||
| View original record | LABORATORY 11.2.33 VISCOSITY CURVE. - MOTORINE "C" TEMPERATURE IN °C. TIME OF EFFLUX IN SECONDS FROM REDWOOD N° I VISCOMETER. | ||
| scan0066 | Graph showing the viscosity curve for Castrol XL oil. | ||
| View original record | VISCOSITY CURVE - CASTROL XL LABORATORY 11.2.33. TEMPERATURE IN °C TIME OF EFFLUX IN SECONDS FROM REDWOOD No I VISCOMETER. | ||
| scan0067 | Graph showing the viscosity curve for Aeroshell lubricant, plotting temperature against time. | ||
| View original record | LABORATORY 11. 12. 33. VISCOSITY CURVE - AEROSHELL TEMPERATURE IN °C TIME OF EFFLUX IN SECONDS FROM REDWOOD Nọ 1 VISCOMETER Y-Axis labels: 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90, 100 X-Axis labels: 0, 500,… | ||
| scan0068 | Viscosity curve graph for Castrol XXL oil, plotting temperature against efflux time from a Redwood No. I viscometer. | ||
| View original record | VISCOSITY CURVE - CASTROL XXL LABORATORY 1. 12. 33. TEMPERATURE IN °C TIME OF EFFLUX IN SECONDS FROM REDWOOD No I VISCOMETER | ||
| scan0069 | Viscosity curve for Mobiloil 'D', plotting temperature against efflux time. | ||
| View original record | VISCOSITY CURVE - MOBILOIL "D" LABORATORY 11.12.33. TEMPERATURE IN °C. TIME OF EFFLUX IN SECONDS FROM REDWOOD No I VISCOMETER. | ||
| scan0070 | Cold test results for various oils showing the temperature at which they refuse to pour. | ||
| View original record | Cold Tests. Temperature at which oil just refuses to pour. Mobiloil "D" - - Minus 11°C. Motorine "C" - - Minus 11°C. Castrol XL - - Minus 10°C. Castrol XXL - - Minus 15°C. Aeroshell - - Minus 27°C.… | ||
| scan0071 | Letter to the Vacuum Oil Co. clarifying the compound used for impregnating the interior of castings. | ||
| View original record | X15568 Experimental Dept. Hs/Rm.15/KW. 20th December, 1933. Mr. Russelsharp, The Vacuum Oil Co., Ltd., Caxton House, Westminster, LONDON, S.W.1. Dear Sir, With reference to your query when visiting… | ||
| scan0072 | Letter apologising for a missed meeting and mentioning a forthcoming analysis. | ||
| View original record | Telephone Acorn 2200 X/588. 1 Tudor Way, Gunnersbury Avenue, Ealing. Dec 27. 33 Dear Mr Ehvis I am writing to say how very sorry I was that you could not spare time to see Mr OT Simis & myself last… | ||
| scan0073 | Letter regarding arrangements for a meeting. | ||
| View original record | on to you when I come up to see you on Tuesday arriving about the usual time providing this will be quite convenient to you No doubt you will wire me to the contrary Yours very Sincerely Russell Sharp | ||
| scan0074 | Brief typed communication to Mr. Russell-Sharp of Vacuum Oil Co. Ltd. regarding meeting availability. | ||
| View original record | X1589. Mr. Russell-Sharp, Vacuum Oil Co. Ltd., Caxton House, Westminster, London.S.W.1. 28.12.33 Vacuum, Phone, London. Russell Sharp. Friday inconvenient alright Monday. Hives. | ||
| scan0075 | Viscosity-temperature chart plotting various oils with comparative values at -7°C. | ||
| View original record | VISCOSITY-TEMPERATURE CHART A.S.T.M. TENTATIVE STANDARD D 341-32 T LUCAS' FIGURES (NOV. 1933) COMPARATIVE VALUES AT -7°C (20.6°F) ESSOLUBE RACING - 200 CASTROL XXL - 180 MOBILOIL CW - 158 " D - 118… | ||
| scan0076 | Graph showing the approximate viscosity of a sample of compressor oil by plotting temperature against efflux time. | ||
| View original record | Graph showing approximate viscosity of a sample of compressa oil taken from stock 14.5.26. Temperature in °C Time of efflux in Seconds | ||
| scan0077 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company arranging an engineer's visit. | ||
| View original record | 81588. WE DO NOT HOLD OURSELVES RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSSES OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM DELAY IN FILLING ORDERS CAUSED BY STORM, STRIKES, FIRE, DIFFERENCES WITH WORKMEN OR ANY CAUSE BEYOND OUR CONTROL. Vacuum… | ||
| scan0078 | Letter to the Vacuum Oil Company attaching a laboratory report on oil from a failed axle. | ||
| View original record | Y 1588 Expl. Dept. Hs.6/MJ. 2nd. January, 1934. The Vacuum Oil Company, Ltd., Caxton House, LONDON.S.W.1. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Russell-Sharpe. Attached herewith is our laboratory Report… | ||
| scan0079 | Laboratory report analyzing a deposit sample from a Bentley Rear Axle lubricated with Mobiloil 'EP'. | ||
| View original record | COPY. HL1/AG.1.1.34. Laboratory Report No. L2911. Re: Sample of Deposit from Bentley Rear Axle after running 14000 miles, lubricated with Mobiloil "EP". The analysis of the deposit submitted is as… | ||
| scan0080 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company regarding Mobiloil EP and a laboratory report. | ||
| View original record | 8588. WE DO NOT HOLD OURSELVES RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSSES OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM DELAY IN FILLING ORDERS CAUSED BY STORM, STRIKES, FIRE, DIFFERENCES WITH WORKMEN OR ANY CAUSE BEYOND OUR CONTROL. Vacuum… | ||
| scan0081 | Page 2 of a letter from Vacuum Oil Company Ltd. regarding investigations into lubricant deposits on castings. | ||
| View original record | Y56-12948 No. 2. V.O.Co., Ltd., to Messrs.Rolls-Royce,Ltd.Derby. is a compounded mineral oil containing no sulphur or chlorine whatever, and we were informed that the deposits still occurred although… | ||
| scan0082 | Letter to Mr. Hives attempting to arrange a meeting. | ||
| View original record | X1588 Telephone Acorn 2200 1 Tudor Way, Gunnersbury Avenue, Ealing. Jan 10. 33 Dear Mr Hives, I phoned Conduit St to day & asked Miss Ellias to kindly get into touch with you on the phone at the 3… | ||
| scan0083 | Arranging a meeting time and alternative days. | ||
| View original record | Monday next arriving about 11.30 & hope this will be convenient to you If of course you can spare an evening on Thursday or Friday in Town please let me know Yours Sincerely A Russell-Sharp | ||
| scan0084 | Letter to Mr Hives proposing a meeting in Derby to review an advanced copy of the Bentley Instruction Book. | ||
| View original record | Telephone Acorn 2200 1 Tudor Way, Gunnersbury Avenue, Ealing. X1588 Jan 24.34 Dear Mr Hives, I thought I had better drop you a line to tell you that I am going to Scotland on Sunday night & I shall be… | ||
| scan0085 | Letter discussing a rear axle problem and arranging a meeting. | ||
| View original record | I hope by this time you will have the necessary data + I do hope you have been able to determine the real cause of the trouble as the Rear axle must have caused you a lot of worry. I have a report on… | ||
| scan0086 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company regarding laboratory tests on Mobiloil 'EP' and the conformity of Mobiloil Aero 'W' with specification D.T.D.109. | ||
| View original record | X1586 WE DO NOT HOLD OURSELVES RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSSES OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM DELAY IN FILLING ORDERS CAUSED BY STORM, STRIKES, FIRE, DIFFERENCES WITH WORKMEN OR ANY CAUSE BEYOND OUR CONTROL. Vacuum… | ||
| scan0087 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company offering Mobiloil Aero 'H' for testing liquid-cooled engines. | ||
| View original record | Y56-12948 No. 2. V.O.Co., Ltd., to Messrs.Rolls-Royce,Ltd. We shall be glad to supply quantities for test purposes if desired, while should you require a heavier type of oil for liquid cooled engines,… | ||
| scan0088 | Viscosity-temperature chart for various Castrol and Motorine oils. | ||
| View original record | AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR TESTING MATERIALS 1916 SPRUCE ST., PHILADELPHIA, PA. COPYRIGHT, 1932 VISCOSITY-TEMPERATURE CHART A.S.T.M. TENTATIVE STANDARD D 341-32 T AXES: TEMPERATURE, DEGREES FAHRENHEIT… | ||
| scan0089 | Letter to Mr. Hives on Victoria Hotel, Bradford letterhead. | ||
| View original record | LONDON & NORTH EASTERN RAILWAY VICTORIA HOTEL, (ADJOINING EXCHANGE STATION) BRADFORD. TELEGRAMS: "NORTHNESS" TELEPHONES: 7478 LOCAL, 81 LOCAL, 1586 TRUNK. 9350 (PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE) (FOUR LINES)… | ||
| scan0090 | Travel arrangements and a potential meeting. | ||
| View original record | I am up in this awful District this week but next week I shall be in London & Coventry I should esteem it a great favour if you would drop me a line to Buxton House & that I get it on Saturday morning… | ||
| scan0091 | Definite news on Synchromesh and a message from G.P. concerning the recipient's son. | ||
| View original record | VICTORIA HOTEL, (ADJOINING EXCHANGE STATION) BRADFORD. TELEGRAMS: "NORTHNESS" TELEPHONES: 9350 (PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE) (FOUR LINES) [Logo Text: LONDON & NORTH EASTERN RAILWAY, FORWARD] Handwritten… | ||
| scan0092 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company Limited regarding revised lubrication recommendations for Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | K1588 WE DO NOT HOLD OURSELVES RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSSES OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM DELAY IN FILLING ORDERS CAUSED BY STORM, STRIKES, FIRE, DIFFERENCES WITH WORKMEN OR ANY CAUSE BEYOND OUR CONTROL. Vacuum… | ||
| scan0093 | Request from Vacuum Oil Company Limited for a new Bentley instruction book. | ||
| View original record | Y56-12948 No. V.O.Co., Ltd., to kindly favour us with a copy of the new Bentley instruction book as soon as it is available. With thanks in anticipation. Yours faithfully, VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED.… | ||
| scan0094 | Approval of lubricating oils for RR and Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | Hs X1588 To ROY from Sg. Copy to Hs. re Engine Lubricating Oils for RR.Chassis. Sg9/E8.3.34 Referring to ROY1/WG.3.3.34 I note you advised Prices, Wakefields and Shell-Mex that it was our intention to… | ||
| scan0095 | Engine lubricating oil for the chassis. | ||
| View original record | X1588 W/S To SG. from ROY. c. to Hs. ROY13/MG13.3.34 Engine Lubricating Oil for Rolls-Royce Chassis Sg9/E8.3.34 - Re above. I will sound the three firms in question on the lines suggested, and advise… | ||
| scan0096 | Letter to the Vacuum Oil Company requesting a supply of Mobiloil D and EP for upcoming tests. | ||
| View original record | X1588 Exptl. Dept. Hs/GWH.10/KW. 16th March, 1934. The Vacuum Oil Company Ltd., Caxton House, Westminster, LONDON, S.W.1. Dear Sirs, With reference to your letter of the 14th, B1/MSD. We expect to… | ||
| scan0097 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company regarding the supply of Mobiloil for car trials in France. | ||
| View original record | WE DO NOT HOLD OURSELVES RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSSES OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM DELAY IN FILLING ORDERS CAUSED BY STORM, STRIKES, FIRE, DIFFERENCES WITH WORKMEN OR ANY CAUSE BEYOND OUR CONTROL. Vacuum Oil… | ||
| scan0098 | Letter from the Anglo-American Oil Company regarding the supply of Essolube motor oil for a vehicle test. | ||
| View original record | W.W. S & Cº LᴛD FORM Nº 234. X1586 Anglo-American Oil Company, Limited TELEPHONE:- VICTORIA 6325 (20 LINES) SALES DEPARTMENT. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS:- USHERANCE-PARL-LONDON. PLEASE QUOTE Ref HST/EM. 36,… | ||
| scan0099 | New procedure for running in gearboxes with a specific oil mixture to prevent first gear failure. | ||
| View original record | X 1588 RHC. c. to Hs/FD. Hs/Gry.7/KW.4.4.34. GEARBOX OILS. In future we wish all new Gearboxes to be run in on a 50:50 mixture of Whitmore's and engine oil. This should be changed to engine oil after… | ||
| scan0100 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company regarding special tests on lubricants for rear axles. | ||
| View original record | WE DO NOT HOLD OURSELVES RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSSES OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM DELAY IN FILLING ORDERS CAUSED BY STORM, STRIKES, FIRE, DIFFERENCES WITH WORKMEN OR ANY CAUSE BEYOND OUR CONTROL. X1588 Vacuum… | ||
| scan0101 | From ROY to Hs. concerning lubricants for Bentley cars and an attached memo to the Administration. | ||
| View original record | X1588 To Hs. from ROY. ROY2/MG27.4.34 Lubricants for Bentley Car Following our discussion on the 25th instant, attached is copy of memo I am addressing to the Administration which I understand sets… | ||
| scan0102 | From ROY to Wor. regarding a dispute over the recommended lubricants for Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Wor. from ROY. ------------------ ROY1/MG27.4.34 ------------------ Lubricants for Bentley Chassis Arising out of ROY2/MG5.4.34, and Hs4/MJ7.4.34 (copies attached) I have at last had an opportunity… | ||
| scan0103 | Dispute with Price's Company over the recommended order of oil suppliers in the Bentley Instruction Book. | ||
| View original record | Copy of Memo To (Hs. from ROY. (BY Copy to Wor. ----------- ROY2/MG5.4.34 We are in difficulties here with the Price's Company, the facts as I understand same being as under: (a) When it was agreed to… | ||
| scan0104 | Clarifying the rationale for altering the recommended oils list for Bentley cars and not giving preferential treatment to Prices. | ||
| View original record | Copy of Memo. To Roy. From Hs c. to BY c. to Wor. Hs.4/MJ.7.4.34 LUBRICANTS FOR BENTLEY CAR Replying to Roy2/MG5.4.34. It was I, and not Hancock, who altered the order of the list of Oils recommended.… | ||
| scan0105 | Recommendation of oils for Bentley cars, weighing the use of R.R. oils against the established Aero Shell. | ||
| View original record | Copy of Memo. To Roy from Hs. Hs.5/MJ.18.11.33 Re: Oils for Bentley Car Our recommendation is that we should use the R.R.oils, i.e., Price's, Wakefield's, Shell, plus Vacuum. We find that Aero Shell… | ||
| scan0106 | Letter to J. Russell Sharp of The Vacuum Oil Company Ltd. arranging a meeting. | ||
| View original record | Expl. Dept. Hs.9/MJ. 8th. May, 1934. J. Russell Sharp Esq., The Vacuum Oil Company Ltd., Caxton House, Westminster, S.W.1. Dear Mr. Russell Sharp, I shall be pleased to meet you at the Midland Hotel,… | ||
| scan0107 | Invitation from the Vacuum Oil Company to attend a talk on cylinder liner wear in diesel engines. | ||
| View original record | 81588. BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 Lines) TELEGRAMS VACUUM - PHONE - LONDON CAXTON HOUSE - WESTMINSTER LONDON S.W.1 REFERENCE B1/OTJ. 12th May,… | ||
| scan0108 | Letter to E.W. Hives requesting a follow-up meeting after the Ulster T.T. Race. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010. CAXTON HOUSE EAST, WESTMINSTER, LONDON, S.W.1. 13th September, 1934. E. W. Hives, Esq., Rolls-Royce, Ltd., Nightingale Road, Derby. Dear Mr. Hives, When I wrote to you for an… | ||
| scan0109 | Letter apologising for a delayed reply and proposing a meeting for the following week. | ||
| View original record | X1558 Expl. Dept. Hs.2/MJ. 19th. September, 1934. J. Russell Sharp Esq., Caxton House East, Westminster, LONDON, S.W.1. Dear Mr. Russell Sharp, I am sorry not to have replied to your letter before. I… | ||
| scan0110 | Letter to Mr Rowbotham concerning a 'Water Capacities Chart' that needs to be completed and returned. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: ACORN 2200. 1, TUDOR WAY, GUNNERSBURY AVENUE, EALING, W.3. Sep 25. 31 Dear Mr Rowbotham I am sending you the Water Capacities Chart as promised & should be greatly obliged if you would have… | ||
| scan0111 | Letter to The Vacuum Oil Co. Ltd. enclosing a Water Capacities Chart. | ||
| View original record | X1588 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.4/KW. 27th September, 1934. J. Russell Sharp, Esq., The Vacuum Oil Co.Ltd., Caxton House, Westminster, London, S.W.1. Dear Mr. Russell Sharp, In reply to your letter of the… | ||
| scan0112 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company acknowledging receipt of car water capacity information. | ||
| View original record | X1588 BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) GARGOYLE REGD TRADE MARK TELEGRAMS VACUUM . PHONE . LONDON CAXTON HOUSE . WESTMINSTER LONDON S.W.1 REFERENCE B1/Eng… | ||
| scan0113 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company suggesting suitable engine oil grades for instruction books based on weather conditions. | ||
| View original record | BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE REGD TRADE MARK TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) TELEGRAMS VACUUM PHONE LONDON CAXTON HOUSE . WESTMINSTER LONDON . S.W.1 REFERENCE B1/Eng 3rd… | ||
| scan0114 | Cover letter to The Vacuum Oil Company Ltd. enclosing requested information. | ||
| View original record | x1586 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.7/KW. 3rd December, 1934. J. Russell Sharp Esq., The Vacuum Oil Company Ltd., Caxton House, Westminster, London, S.W.1. Dear Mr. Russell Sharp, Herewith the information for… | ||
| scan0115 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company, Limited enclosing a chart requested by Rolls-Royce. | ||
| View original record | WE DO NOT HOLD OURSELVES RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSSES OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM DELAY IN FILLING ORDERS CAUSED BY STORM, STRIKES, FIRE, DIFFERENCES WITH WORKMEN OR ANY CAUSE BEYOND OUR CONTROL. X1588 Vacuum… | ||
| scan0116 | Completed lubrication and specification questionnaire for three 1935 car models. | ||
| View original record | COPY CONFIDENTIAL. GARGOYLE Regd. Trade Mark. VACUUM OIL COMPANY, LTD., CAXTON HOUSE, WESTMINSTER, S.W. 1. SPECIALISTS IN LUBRICATION. MARKETERS OF MOBILOIL, MOBILGREASE AND VOCO SPECIALITIES. Motor… | ||
| scan0117 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company concerning winter grades of engine lubricating oil. | ||
| View original record | BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE REG'D TRADE MARK TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) TELEGRAMS VACUUM · PHONE · LONDON CAXTON HOUSE · WESTMINSTER LONDON · S·W·1 REFERENCE ED/AUTO.… | ||
| scan0118 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company Ltd. regarding the advantages of using a special grade of winter oil. | ||
| View original record | No. 2. V.O.Co., Ltd., to Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. expect to learn that the rate of oil consumption would not be greatly increased, except under conditions of continuous high speed driving, where oil… | ||
| scan0119 | Specification comparison sheet for Mobiloil D and Mobiloil AF. | ||
| View original record | W56-12948 No. V.O.Co., Ltd., to Mobiloil D. Mobiloil AF. Specific Gravity (max.) .895 .900 Pour Point °F (max.) 5 5 Open Flash °F (min.) 455 430 Redwood Viscosity (approx.) @ 70°F 3400" 2240" @ 140°F… | ||
| scan0120 | Combined Royal Automobile Club trial report and National Physical Laboratory investigation into Mobiloil 'A.F' lubricating oil. | ||
| View original record | RAC ROYAL AUTOMOBILE CLUB (UNDER THE CODE SPORTIF INTERNATIONAL OF THE A.I.A.C.R. AND GENERAL COMPETITION RULES OF THE R.A.C.) Report of Trial No. 756. MOBILOIL “A.F” 10th January–2nd Fe[bruary]… | ||
| scan0121 | Cold starting, showing a 40% torque reduction when changing from Mobiloil 'B' to 'A' at 0°C. | ||
| View original record | X1588 To Hd. Hs/Rm.5/KW.10.12.34. Cold Starting. Here are some figures taken by the Vacuum Oil Company, showing that the torque required to start a car can be reduced by 40% when changing over from… | ||
| scan0122 | Data from the National Physical Laboratory on torque and horsepower for a 6-Cylinder 16 HP engine at 0°C. | ||
| View original record | TABLE 1 TORQUE IN LB/FT REQUIRED TO TURN ENGINE AT 0°C N.P.L. ENG. DEPT. TEST MARK | OIL | VISCOSITY AT 25°C CENTIPOISES | SPEED IN REVOLUTIONS PER MINUTE -|-|-| 0 | 30 | 60 | 75 | 90 | 120 G.M.S. 1.… | ||
| scan0123 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company regarding cold starting tests conducted at the University of Birmingham. | ||
| View original record | X1588 BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE REGD TRADE MARK TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 Lines) TELEGRAMS VACUUM . PHONE . LONDON CAXTON HOUSE . WESTMINSTER LONDON S.W.1 REFERENCE ED/Auto… | ||
| scan0124 | Report discussing the influence of oil grades on engine starting performance, with conclusions from tests on a Standard 16 HP car. | ||
| View original record | Y56-12948 No. 2. V.O.Co., Ltd., to Starter current is also given for each test on the different grades of oil, and in the next column starter motor speeds - the starter gear ratio being 89-11. The… | ||
| scan0125 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company Ltd. regarding engine lubrication and thanking Standard Motor Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | No. 3. V.O.Co., Ltd., to cold oil. The majority of modern engines employ force feed oil circulation through crankshaft drillings to the main and big-end bearings, and splash or oil bleed from the… | ||
| scan0126 | University of Birmingham report on an investigation into the torque required to start an engine from cold as affected by lubricating oil grade. | ||
| View original record | The University, Birmingham. Department of Electrical Engineering, Edgbaston. 29th June, 1933. Professor Wm.Cramp, D.Sc.,M.I.E.E. REPORT of an investigation into the torque required to start a motor… | ||
| scan0127 | Test method for various grades of Mobiloil, including road running and cold starting performance. | ||
| View original record | For (b) a G.E.C. instrument was used, which was also checked against the substandard. It read 1½% low on that part of the scale used during the tests. For (d) a Hasler tachometer was used, which was… | ||
| scan0128 | The derivation and methodology of motor torque measurement, including battery conditions and test conclusions. | ||
| View original record | 7. Derivation of Torque. The starting torques at the motor shaft were determined by a bench calibration of the motor at the same temperature and with the first battery used in the tests of Table 11.… | ||
| scan0129 | Concluding statement on the reliability and accuracy of comparative data presented. | ||
| View original record | We believe that the figures provide reliable comparative data, that the overall order of accuracy is adequate for the purpose, and that, apart from the use of elaborate and special instruments… | ||
| scan0130 | Running log detailing test runs with different grades of oil. | ||
| View original record | TABLE 1. RUNNING LOG. | Date | Weather | Miles Run | | Running time in Minutes. | | Approx. oil pressure (lbs/Sq.in) at 35 m.p.h. at half distance. | Grade of petrol burned. | Speed on open road… | ||
| scan0131 | Cold room test log detailing engine starting performance with various oils. | ||
| View original record | TABLE 11. COLD ROOM TEST LOG. | Date | Grade of oil circulated throughout engine. | Temp. of Cold Room (°C) | Hours car had been in Cold Room. | Temp. of Sump Oil (°C) | Test Condition A. or B. |… | ||
| scan0132 | Laboratory readings table of used and unused Mobiloil A, AF, BB, D, and Gear Box oil. | ||
| View original record | TABLE 111 Laboratory readings of used and unused oils tested May 29 - June 2, 1933. | | MOBILOIL A | MOBILOIL AF | MOBILOIL BB | MOBILOIL D. | |---|---|---| | | Used | Unused | Used | Unused | Used |… | ||
| scan0133 | Graph showing certified calibration curves for a starter motor fitted to a 16 HP car. | ||
| View original record | Motor Amps. Motor R.P.M. Battery and Starter Volts Motor Shaft Torque (LBS. FT.) Battery Volts Starter Volts R.P.M. Amps. CERTIFIED CALIBRATION CURVES of Starter Motor No. 35607 fitted to standard 16… | ||
| scan0134 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company regarding the testing of Mobiloil in a Bentley racing engine. | ||
| View original record | BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) GARGOYLE REG TRADE MARK TELEGRAMS VACUUM . PHONE . LONDON CAXTON HOUSE . WESTMINSTER LONDON S W I REFERENCE ED/AUTO 3rd.… | ||
| scan0135 | Page 2 of a letter from Vacuum Oil Company Ltd. listing the benefits of their new engine oils. | ||
| View original record | Y56-19013 No. 2. V.O.Co., Ltd., to Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd. (a) The ability to withstand high oil temperatures. (b) The elimination of sludge. (c) Reduced carbon deposits (d) Removal of gummy deposits… | ||
| scan0136 | Comparative analysis of Aero Mobiloil Red Band and Green Band specifications. | ||
| View original record | AERO MOBILOIL RED BAND. AERO MOBILOIL GREEN BAND. Specific Gravity .882 .888 Pour Test Fls.@ 0°F 0°F Open Flash Point 505 530°F Closed Flash Point 475°F 510°F Fire Point 570°F 595°F Redwood Viscosity… | ||
| scan0137 | Specification comparison table for Aero Mobiloil Red Band and Green Band. | ||
| View original record | AERO MOBILOIL RED BAND. AERO MOBILOIL GREEN BAND. Specific Gravity: .882 | .888 Pour Test: Fls.@ 0°F | 0°F Open Flash Point: 505°F | 530°F Closed Flash Point: 475°F | 510°F Fire Point: 570°F | 595°F… | ||
| scan0138 | Letter to the Vacuum Oil Company Ltd. requesting 10 gallons of Mobiloil for tests on Mr. Hall's Bentley. | ||
| View original record | X1589 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.13/KW. 8th January, 1935. The Vacuum Oil Company Ltd., Caxton House, Westminster, LONDON, S.W.1. For the attention of Mr. Jones. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of the… | ||
| scan0139 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company confirming the dispatch of a 10-gallon drum of Aero Mobiloil Green Band for testing on Mr. E.R. Hall's racing Bentley engine. | ||
| View original record | BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) TELEGRAMS VACUUM . PHONE . LONDON CAXTON HOUSE . WESTMINSTER LONDON S.W.1 REFERENCE ED/AUTO 9th. January. 1935.… | ||
| scan0140 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company Limited arranging tests for their new Mobiloil with a 40/50 HP engine. | ||
| View original record | X2465. BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) GARGOYLE TELEGRAMS VACUUM PHONE LONDON CAXTON HOUSE . WESTMINSTER LONDON S W I REFERENCE B.1/MSD 15th February,… | ||
| scan0141 | Page two of a letter from Vacuum Oil Company, Ltd. regarding research and the supply of Mobiloil 'D'. | ||
| View original record | Y56-32137 No. . V.O.Co., Ltd., to -2- to whom we are offering the result of our extensive research work. Yours faithfully, VACUUM OIL COMPANY, LIMITED. J. Russell Sharp Manufacturers' Service… | ||
| scan0142 | Testing and potential recommendation of a new oil, Mobiloil - Clearosol. | ||
| View original record | S/W Hs...from C. V2465. C8/C21.3.35 Re MOBILOIL - CLEAROSOL. You have no doubt seen the particulars and claims the Vacuum Oil Co. are making for this new oil, and there is no doubt that we shall be… | ||
| scan0143 | Questioning the necessity of oil type labels on engines, based on whether mixing recommended oils is harmful. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from Sg. Sg2/E9.5.35 Arising out of a conversation which I understand you have had with Russell Sharp, I should be glad if you would confirm that there would be no harm in our leaving off the… | ||
| scan0144 | From Sg to Hs requesting a reply regarding a previous conversation with Russell Sharp. | ||
| View original record | x 1229? To Hs. from Sg. Sg11/E16.5.35 I should be glad to have a reply to my Sg2/E9.5.35 re conversation you had with Russell Sharp. Sg. | ||
| scan0145 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company regarding the analysis of Mobiloil 'D' samples from a test car after a 20,000 mile test. | ||
| View original record | X1229 WE DO NOT HOLD OURSELVES RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSSES OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM DELAY IN FILLING ORDERS CAUSED BY STORM, STRIKES, FIRE, DIFFERENCES WITH WORKMEN OR ANY CAUSE BEYOND OUR CONTROL. Vacuum… | ||
| scan0146 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company detailing the analysis of used Mobiloil 'D' from a Phantom III engine. | ||
| View original record | X 1229 BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE REGD. TRADE MARK TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) TELEGRAMS VACUUM . PHONE . LONDON CAXTON HOUSE . WESTMINSTER LONDON . S . W . I REFERENCE… | ||
| scan0147 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company regarding the analysis of oil deposits in an engine under test. | ||
| View original record | Y36-19911 No. 2. V.O.Co., Ltd. to Rolls-Royce Limited, Derby. The condition of this oil is better than we should expect in an engine where deposits were accumulating, as we understand has occurred in… | ||
| scan0148 | Letter to the Vacuum Oil Co. Ltd. regarding the test results of a new E.P. oil for hypoid axles. | ||
| View original record | X1229 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Gry.10/KW. 27th January, 1936. The Vacuum Oil Co.Ltd., Caxton House, Westminster, LONDON, S.W.1. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter reference B1/MSD of the 8th January, and… | ||
| scan0149 | Letter from an oil company regarding Mobiloil 'EP' test results for back axle recommendations. | ||
| View original record | BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) TELEGRAMS VACUUM . PHONE . LONDON CAXTON HOUSE . WESTMINSTER LONDON . S W I REFERENCE B1/MSD. 8th January, 1936.… | ||
| scan0150 | Letter from Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. confirming the satisfactory performance of Vacuum 'E.P. Mobiloil' in a 600-hour bearing test. | ||
| View original record | London Office 17. VICTORIA STREET, WESTMINSTER. S.W.1. Telephone: VICTORIA 4278-4279 Telegrams: OFFISLUNDA, SOWEST, LONDON Branch Offices: LONDON, BIRMINGHAM, MANCHESTER, LEEDS, NOTTINGHAM AND- BALL &… | ||
| scan0151 | Request for two new Jaeger Revolution Counters for the No. 30 Car Unit Bed as the current ones are old and unreliable. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. From Hs/GTS. 8/1204/ Hs/GTS.4/MJ.29.1.36. No.30 CAR UNIT BED. We send you herewith 2 Jaeger Revolution Counters. Both these instruments are old and in very poor condition, and are unreliable… | ||
| scan0152 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company regarding the testing and performance of Mobiloil 'EP'. | ||
| View original record | BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) TELEGRAMS VACUUM 'PHONE' LONDON CAXTON HOUSE, WESTMINSTER, LONDON S.W.1 REFERENCE B1/MSD. 30th January, 1936.… | ||
| scan0153 | Letter to The Vacuum Oil Co. Ltd. regarding test results of their EP oil, noting issues with sludge formation. | ||
| View original record | X1229 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Gry.20/KW. 31st January, 1936. The Vacuum Oil Co.Ltd., Caxton House, Westminster, LONDON, S.W.1. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter reference B1/MSD of the 30th inst. Our… | ||
| scan0154 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company Limited regarding the performance and modification of Mobiloil 'EP' for back axles. | ||
| View original record | X1229 BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE REGd. TRADE MARK TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) TELEGRAMS VACUUM - PHONE - LONDON CAXTON HOUSE - WESTMINSTER LONDON S·W·I REFERENCE… | ||
| scan0155 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company regarding the mixture of Mobiloil and Castrol, and enclosing friction test results for Clearosol engine oils. | ||
| View original record | Y56-32137 No. 2. V.O.Co., Ltd., to Rolls-Royce Limited, Derby. With regard to the mixture of Mobiloil "EP" with Castrol Hi-Press, there should be no undesirable action whatever. We understand that you… | ||
| scan0156 | Comparison table of test results for various grades of Mobiloil (Clearosol Process). | ||
| View original record | MOBILOIL (Clearosol Process) GRADES National Physical Laboratory and other tests. ARCTIC "A" "BB" "D" Aero Mobiloil Red Band Aero Mobiloil Green Band DTD.109 (F.A.C) Before After Before After Before… | ||
| scan0157 | Comparing the oil types and fluid capacities for the Phantom II and Phantom III chassis. | ||
| View original record | To By/Cgh. x1229 Hs/FD.3/KW.12.2.36. Phantom III Chassis - Oils. Replying to By/Cgh.4/G.10.2.36, x1225 herewith are the oils used on Ph.III chassis compared with Ph.II :- | | Ph.II | Capacity | Ph.III… | ||
| scan0158 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company Limited advising on suitable Mobiloil grades for 1936 models. | ||
| View original record | X1229 BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE RED TRADE MARK TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) TELEGRAMS VACUUM PHONE LONDON CAXTON HOUSE . WESTMINSTER . LONDON . S W I REFERENCE B1/MSD.… | ||
| scan0159 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company enclosing a paper on the stability of certain solvent-treated oils. | ||
| View original record | X1229 BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE REGD. TRADE MARK TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) TELEGRAMS VACUUM PHONE LONDON CAXTON HOUSE . WESTMINSTER LONDON S . W . I REFERENCE OTJ… | ||
| scan0160 | Letter to the Vacuum Oil Co. Ltd. regarding a sample of E.P. oil supplied for Bentley back axle tests. | ||
| View original record | x 1229 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Gry.10/KW. 3rd April, 1936. The Vacuum Oil Co.Ltd., Caxton House, Westminster, LONDON, S.W.1. For the attention of Mr. J. Russell Sharp. Dear Sirs, Further to our conversation… | ||
| scan0161 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company discussing the properties of Mobiloil 'EP' and comparative performance figures for other oil grades. | ||
| View original record | X1229 BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE REGD. TRADE MARK TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) TELEGRAMS VACUUM PHONE LONDON CAXTON HOUSE . WESTMINSTER LONDON S W 1 REFERENCE ED/AUTO… | ||
| scan0162 | Letter to The Vacuum Oil Company Ltd. requesting viscosity charts for engine oils. | ||
| View original record | X1229 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Mths.10/KW. 21st April, 1936. The Vacuum Oil Company Ltd., Caxton House, Westminster, LONDON, S.W.1. Dear Sirs, Would you please supply us with charts showing the viscosity of… | ||
| scan0163 | Enquiry into the availability of Mobiloil 'EP' Rear Axle Oil in France. | ||
| View original record | X1229 HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX? Indre. France. GWH/3/JAB. 5th May 1936 GRY To. Hs/Rm. From. G.W.H. In the course of an interview we had recently with the Representative of the Mobiloil people at… | ||
| scan0164 | Returning a drum of Mobiloil EP Oil to the Vacuum Oil Company for examination. | ||
| View original record | x 1229 To D/BP. c. to G/Mt. Hs/Gry.12/KW.19.6.36. We are sending into the Despatch Stores a drum containing some Mobiloil EP Oil. Will you please return this to the Wandsworth Works of the Vacuum Oil… | ||
| scan0165 | Cooling tests comparing a Cadillac V-16 car to the Phantom III at Brooklands. | ||
| View original record | X1729 to E. c. to WOR. c. to Y. c. to MX. Hs/Wtd.3/JH. 24.6.36. Report on Cooling Tests on Cadillac V-16 car at Brooklands - June 18th 1936. This car was taken to the track in order to judge its… | ||
| scan0166 | Comparing the fan performance and ratios of a Phantom III to a Cadillac, suggesting modifications for improved cooling. | ||
| View original record | -2- (Note fan speed/engine speed ratios of Ph.III and Cadillac are respectively .89 and 1.14. (c) It must be pointed out that the Cadillac car's fan (not the flexible type) is effective but not… | ||
| scan0167 | Results of radiator tests on a Cadillac car at Brooklands, with comparisons to a Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | RESULTS OF RADIATOR TESTS ON CADILLAC CAR AT BROOKLANDS. | Object of test. | Conditions of test. | Critical air temp. oC. | Temp. of air leaving rad. core - oC (Av. air temp. for day - 25 oC) |… | ||
| scan0168 | Comparison of the particulars for the Ph.III and Cadillac fans. | ||
| View original record | Particulars of Fans. Ph.III Fan. (1) No. blades. 4 (2) Dia. of tip circle 20" (3) Dist. of forward tips from matrix. 1 1/2" (4) " rear " engines. 3" (5) Depth of blade (approx.) 1 1/2" (6) Width " " 3… | ||
| scan0169 | Performance and cooling test results for a Cadillac V-16 car at Brooklands. | ||
| View original record | Test on Cadillac V-16 Car at Brooklands - June 18th, 1936. (1) Tests with fan in action. (a) 40 M.P.H. full throttle. Air Top Water Left Top Water Right Air Exit from Matrix Air near Carburetter 25 85… | ||
| scan0170 | Summary table of radiator test results conducted at Brooklands. | ||
| View original record | RESULTS OF RADIATOR TESTS AT BROOKLANDS. Object of Test Mark V & Mark VI matrix comparison. Plain & Louvred bonnet comparisons. With (1) - Speed comparisons. Fan Comparisons. Conditions of Test (1)… | ||
| scan0171 | Enquiry for suitable engine oil for a 4 1/4 litre chassis in America. | ||
| View original record | Voller S/W. Rm. Vr/RJC16/WL28.7.36. We have an enquiry from the American Ambassador's chauffeur regarding the types of oil to be used in a 4¼ litre chassis in America. According to him, the oils… | ||
| scan0172 | Suitability and availability of Essolube and Mobiloil for Bentley cars in the United States. | ||
| View original record | W/S - Vr. X1229 Hs/Rm.12/KW.29.7.36. Replying to Vr/RJC.16/WL28.7.36, I am afraid we have had no experience with Essolube, but Mobiloil BB should be obtainable in the States as it is produced by the… | ||
| scan0173 | Urgent internal memo requesting the order of a 5-gallon drum of Castrol XXL Oil for Mr. E.R. Hall's car. | ||
| View original record | X1229 To Roy. Hs/GR.22/KW.19.8.36. Will you please order, for use on Mr. E.R. Hall's car, one 5-gallon drum of Castrol XXL Oil. As this oil is very urgently required, we shall be glad if you will… | ||
| scan0174 | Inquiry to the Vacuum Oil Company regarding the S.A.E. numbers for Mobiloil Arctic and Mobiloil BB. | ||
| View original record | X1229 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.11/KW. 24th August, 1936. The Vacuum Oil Company Ltd., Caxton House, Westminster, London, S.W.1. Dear Sirs, When we had a Bentley car in America a short time ago we found that… | ||
| scan0175 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company Limited discussing Mobiloil equivalents to SAE grades. | ||
| View original record | X1229 BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) TELEGRAMS VACUUM . PHONE . LONDON CAXTON HOUSE . WESTMINSTER LONDON . S.W.I REFERENCE ED/AUTO 25th August,… | ||
| scan0176 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company discussing engine oil viscosity and S.A.E. classifications for winter use. | ||
| View original record | BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) TELEGRAMS VACUUM · PHONE · LONDON GARGOYLE CAXTON HOUSE · WESTMINSTER LONDON S·W·I REFERENCE B1/MSD Handwritten: K.W.… | ||
| scan0177 | Letter to The Vacuum Oil Co. Ltd. requesting the procurement of a 10-gallon drum of Mobiloil Arctic Special for testing. | ||
| View original record | X 1229 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.2/KW.18.9.36. 18th September,1936. Your Ref: B1/MSD. The Vacuum Oil Co.Ltd., Caxton House, Westminster, London, S.W.1. For the attention of Mr. S.N.G.Rees. Dear Sirs, We… | ||
| scan0178 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company Limited regarding the delivery of Gargoyle Mobiloil Arctic Special. | ||
| View original record | Swell. Note oil is now delivered 1229 File BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE REG TRADE MARK TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) TELEGRAMS VACUUM PHONE LONDON CAXTON HOUSE .… | ||
| scan0179 | Letter to the Vacuum Oil Company confirming the delivery schedule for Mobiloil Arctic Oil. | ||
| View original record | 1229 Rm.4/GR. 3rd November, 1936. The Vacuum Oil Company Limited, Caxton House, Westminster, S.W.1. Dear Sirs, Your Reference BI/MSD. Thank you for your letter of November 2nd, from which we observe… | ||
| scan0180 | Request to Vacuum Oil Co. Ltd. for a viscosity chart for 'Arctic Special' oil. | ||
| View original record | 1229 (Experimental Dept.) Rm/Mthsll/R. 10th November, 1936. Vacuum Oil Co.,Ltd., Caxton House, Westminster, LONDON. S.W.1. For the attention of Mr. J. Russell Sharp. Dear Sirs, With reference to your… | ||
| scan0181 | Letter to the Vacuum Oil Company questioning the suitability of a special grease for Bowden cables in cold weather. | ||
| View original record | 1229. (Experimental Dept.) Rm/Gry4/R. 26th February, 1937. Vacuum Oil Company Limited, Caxton House, Westminster, LONDON. S.W.1. For the attention of Mr. Dear Sirs, Thank you for sending me the thin… | ||
| scan0182 | Letter to the Vacuum Oil Company regarding grease sent for testing in cables. | ||
| View original record | 1229 (Experimental Dept.) Rm/Gry3/R. 2nd March 1937. O.T. Jones, Esq., Vacuum Oil Company Limited, Caxton House, Westminster, S.W.1. Dear Mr. Jones, Many thanks for your letter of the 1st. In view of… | ||
| scan0183 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company Limited about sending a free sample of Gargoyle Hypoid Gear Lubricant for testing. | ||
| View original record | 1229. BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) TELEGRAMS VACUUM . PHONE . LONDON CAXTON HOUSE . WESTMINSTER LONDON . S.W.1 REFERENCE B.1/MSD. 13th March,… | ||
| scan0184 | Circular letter detailing the use of Gargoyle Hypoid Gear Lubricant for new axle designs. | ||
| View original record | For distribution to V.O.C. Ltd. Sales Staff Attachment to Circular Letter B.1469. GARGOYLE HYPOID GEAR LUBRICANT Recent technical developments, particularly with certain motor cars of American design,… | ||
| scan0185 | From Vacuum Oil Company regarding the application and approvals of Gargoyle Hypoid Gear Lubricant. | ||
| View original record | Gargoyle Hypoid Gear Lubricant (Cont'd). - 2 - It should be clearly understood that it is definitely unadvisable to employ Gargoyle Hypoid Gear Lubricant where Mobiloil EP is recommended. Conversely,… | ||
| scan0186 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company regarding propeller shaft lubrication and the Phantom III instruction book. | ||
| View original record | 1229. BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) TELEGRAMS VACUUM PHONE LONDON CAXTON HOUSE . WESTMINSTER LONDON . S . W . 1 REFERENCE OTJ. 22nd March 1937… | ||
| scan0187 | Letter to the Vacuum Oil Company regarding the type of grease used for propeller shaft sliding joints. | ||
| View original record | 1229. Rm/Gry5/R. 23rd March, 1937. O.T. Jones, Esq., Vacuum Oil Company Limited, Caxton House, Westminster, S.W.1. Dear Mr. Jones, Thank you for your letter of the 22nd. There is no provision on our… | ||
| scan0188 | Dispatch and packing of a 500°C Rudge Unit and its associated spares. | ||
| View original record | 1129 To G/Mt. Rm/ED.10/JH.25.3.37. 500°C Rudge Unit. We are sending you the above unit together with numerous spares etc.which we shall not be requiring for some time. We should be very much obliged… | ||
| scan0189 | Requesting the repair and return of Pressure Gauge No. 72420. | ||
| View original record | 1129 To HPS/AM. Rm/Ed.11/JH.31.3.37. Pressure Gauge No.72420. Will you please send the above pressure gauge away for repair, and return to No.2 test bed. Rm/Ed. | ||
| scan0190 | The despatch of a Phantom III engine oil filter unit. | ||
| View original record | 1229 To G/Mt. c. to D/BP. Rm/FD.10/JH.14.4.37. Will you please despatch one Phantom III engine oil filter unit to Mr. O.T.Jones, Vacuum Oil Co.Caxton House, Westminster.S.W.1. Rm/F.Dodd. | ||
| scan0191 | Letter to the Vacuum Oil Company requesting an opinion on silt found in an oil filter from a Phantom III car. | ||
| View original record | 1229. Rm/Gry7/R. 14th April, 1937. O.T. Jones, Esq., Vacuum Oil Company Limited, Caxton House, Westminster, S.W.1. Dear Mr. Jones, We are sending you under separate cover an oil filter from one of our… | ||
| scan0192 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company regarding the examination of a filter and enquiring about the use of leaded-fuel. | ||
| View original record | 1229 BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED TELEPHONE: WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) GARGOYLE REG'D TRADE MARK TELEGRAMS VACUUM PHONE LONDON CAXTON HOUSE . WESTMINSTER LONDON S.W.1 REFERENCE OTJ. 15th… | ||
| scan0193 | Request to install and wire up a charging and starting panel for No. 2c Bed. | ||
| View original record | 1229 HPS. from Rm/ED. Rm/ED1/R.15.4.37. No. 2c Bed. We wish to install a charging and starting panel on the above bed, and we have obtained most of the necessary tackle from Rm/WST, some of which,… | ||
| scan0194 | Letter to the Vacuum Oil Company clarifying that a car's oil filter came from a vehicle that always used 'Ethyl' fuel. | ||
| View original record | 1229. Rm/Gry2/R. 16th April, 1937. O.T. Jones, Esq., Vacuum Oil Company Limited, Caxton House, Westminster, S.W.1. Dear Mr. Jones, Many thanks for your letter of the 15th. The car from which we sent… | ||
| scan0195 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company providing seizing temperature figures for various grades of Mobiloil. | ||
| View original record | 12297 Mths. Please note & return Pm BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) GARGOYLE TELEGRAMS VACUUM · PHONE · LONDON CAXTON HOUSE · WESTMINSTER LONDON S·W·1… | ||
| scan0196 | Letter discussing the analysis of a failed engine oil filter, its deposits, and potential causes for its collapse. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010. [Handwritten Signature: Lodge, Swatt] [Handwritten note: Filter of 3217 at 1500 miles] CAXTON HOUSE EAST, WESTMINSTER, LONDON, S.W.1. 27th April 1937 S. H. Grylls Esq.,… | ||
| scan0197 | Letter confirming the use of leaded-fuel in a specific case. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010. CAXTON HOUSE EAST, WESTMINSTER, LONDON, S.W.I. - 2 - We note from your earlier letter that leaded-fuel has been employed in this case. Yours very truly, O. Jones OTJ ND | ||
| scan0198 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company regarding the unsuitability of a back axle lubricant and the provision of an alternative oil for testing. | ||
| View original record | BY APPOINTMENT 1229 VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) TELEGRAMS VACUUM PHONE LONDON CAXTON HOUSE . WESTMINSTER LONDON . S . W . I REFERENCE B1/MSD 22nd May 1937… | ||
| scan0199 | Letter to the Vacuum Oil Company Limited regarding the testing of a new 5-gallon drum of EP oil. | ||
| View original record | 1229 Rm/Gry12/R. 26th May, 1937. Vacuum Oil Company Limited, Caxton House, Westminster, LONDON. S.W.1. For the attention of Mr. S.N.G. Reeve. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of May 22nd. We… | ||
| scan0200 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company acknowledging receipt of a drum of Mobiloil 'EP' for testing and referencing an axle examination. | ||
| View original record | 1229. BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE REGD. TRADE MARK TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) TELEGRAMS VACUUM PHONE LONDON CAXTON HOUSE . WESTMINSTER LONDON . S.W.1 REFERENCE B1/MSD… | ||
| scan0201 | Letter to Mr Grylls requesting to arrange a visit to inspect a rear axle. | ||
| View original record | Telephone Acorn 2200 1229 1 Tudor Way, Gunnersbury Avenue, Ealing. June 7. 37 Dear Mr Grylls I do hope you will pardon this liberty I am taking writing you a personal letter but as I shall be near… | ||
| scan0202 | Letter closing signed by H Russell Sharp, with an additional note specifying a reply address for the Vacuum Oil Co Ltd. | ||
| View original record | be pleased to call if you would be so kind to drop me a letter, wire, or phone With kindest regards Yours very sincerely H Russell Sharp Return reply to Vacuum Oil Co Ltd Caxton House Westminster SW1… | ||
| scan0203 | Letter to The Vacuum Oil Co. Ltd. regarding a sample of gearbox oil from an ongoing test. | ||
| View original record | 1229 Rm/Gry.9/AP. Experimental Department 8th June 1937 J.Russell Sharp Esq., The Vacuum Oil Co.Ltd., Caxton House, Westminster, LONDON S.W.1. Dear Mr.Russell Sharp, Many thanks for your letter. We… | ||
| scan0204 | Letter discussing unsatisfactory test results of a Mobiloil EP sample, showing rusting on a steel bush and puzzling corrosion results. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010. 12297 CAXTON HOUSE EAST, WESTMINSTER, LONDON, S.W.1. 14th June 1937 S. H. Grylls Esq., Messrs Rolls Royce Ltd., Derby. Dear Mr. Grylls, We are very concerned about the sample… | ||
| scan0205 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company regarding the return of various used and unused oil drums for testing purposes. | ||
| View original record | 1229 BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) GARGOYLE REGd TRADE MARK TELEGRAMS VACUUM . PHONE . LONDON CAXTON HOUSE . WESTMINSTER LONDON . S.W.1 REFERENCE OTJ.… | ||
| scan0206 | The return of Vacuum EP oils and the retention of one gallon for a dynamometer test. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/FD. from Rm/Gry. 1229 Rm/Gry.11/AP.17.6.37 Will you please return to the Vacuum Oil Co.Ltd., Gargoyle Wharf, York Road, Wandsworth, S.W.18, all the Vacuum EP. oils you have in the Garage, marked… | ||
| scan0207 | The dispatch of Hypoid and E.P. gear oil and its subsequent return to the Vacuum Oil Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | To G/Mt. c. to D/BP. 1229 Rm/FD.1/JH.19.6.37. We are sending into the stores today 4 galls. of Hypoid gear oil in drums & 3 galls. of E.P. gear oil in drums. Will you please have these returned to the… | ||
| scan0208 | Letter to O.T. Jones of Vacuum Oil Co. Ltd. regarding the return of oil consignments and testing of a new sample. | ||
| View original record | 1229 June 19th 1937 Rm/Gry.2/AP. O.T.Jones Esq., Vacuum Oil Co.Ltd., Caxton House, Westminster, LONDON S.W.1. Dear Mr.Jones, Thank you for your letter of the 16th June. We are returning to you what is… | ||
| scan0209 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company regarding the testing and analysis of hypoid gear oils. | ||
| View original record | BY APPOINTMENT 1229 VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) GARGOYLE TELEGRAMS VACUUM . PHONE . LONDON CAXTON HOUSE . WESTMINSTER LONDON . S.W.1 REFERENCE OTJ. 21st June 1937 S.… | ||
| scan0210 | Telegram confirming the arrival of two gallons of Vacuum oil in Derby. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAPHS. If there is doubt about the accuracy of any part of this telegram ring “Telegrams delivery for Enquiry” or call at the Office of free repetition. This form, and if possible the… | ||
| scan0211 | Telegram requesting an urgent supply of one gallon of Hypoid Lubricant. | ||
| View original record | 1229 EAP. from Gray. 24.6.37 JONES, VACUUM, PHONE, LONDON. MORE OIL SIMILAR TO LAST ONE GALLON SAMPLE HYPOID LUBRICANT URGENTLY REQUIRED. GRYLLS. ROYCAR. | ||
| scan0212 | Telegram received by telephone regarding two gallons of oil arriving in Derby. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. 1229 TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 5.20 Date: 24 6.37 To: Grylls Roycar By: Ah from: London 5-0 10/ Two gallons oil arriving Derby 4.55 FROM: Vacuum THIS SHEET MUST… | ||
| scan0213 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company confirming the dispatch of Gargoyle Hypoid Gear Lubricant. | ||
| View original record | BY APPOINTMENT 1229. VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) TELEGRAMS VACUUM PHONE LONDON CAXTON HOUSE . WESTMINSTER LONDON . S.W.1 REFERENCE B1/MSD 24th June 1937… | ||
| scan0214 | Confirmation of a telegram from the Vacuum Oil Company regarding an oil delivery. | ||
| View original record | CONFIRMATION OF TELEGRAM. TELEGRAMS: VACUUM 'PHONE, LONDON. TELEPHONES: VICTORIA 6620 (6 LINES) From the VACUUM OIL COMPANY, LIMITED, Caxton House, Westminster, S.W.1. Telegram as below sent you… | ||
| scan0215 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company Limited reporting on Mobiloil 'EP' test results. | ||
| View original record | BY APPOINTMENT 1229 VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) GARGOYLE REG. TRADE MARK TELEGRAMS VACUUM . PHONE . LONDON CAXTON HOUSE . WESTMINSTER . LONDON . S.W.1 REFERENCE OTJ… | ||
| scan0216 | Analysis of material deposits on a returned steel bush and a discussion of related testing procedures. | ||
| View original record | VW. 21159 No. 2. V.O.Co., Ltd., to Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby The steel bush which was returned has been very closely examined, and we understand by verbal information from you that it had been used in… | ||
| scan0217 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company regarding the dispatch of a 5-gallon drum of Gargoyle Hypoid Gear Lubricant to France. | ||
| View original record | BY APPOINTMENT 229 VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) GARGOYLE REG TRADE MARK TELEGRAMS VACUUM · PHONE · LONDON CAXTON HOUSE · WESTMINSTER LONDON S . W . 1 REFERENCE B1/MSD… | ||
| scan0218 | Letter to the Vacuum Oil Company enquiring about oil testing and gear lubricant recommendations. | ||
| View original record | 1229 Rm/Gry4/R. 3rd August, 1937. O.T. Jones, Esq., Vacuum Oil Company Limited, Caxton House, Westminster, S.W.1. Dear Mr. Jones, I am wondering whether your Cornell testing machine can be used to… | ||
| scan0219 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company Limited discussing the arrangements for an oil lubricant test on a Cornell Machine. | ||
| View original record | 1229 BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE REGD TRADE MARK TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) TELEGRAMS VACUUM PHONE LONDON CAXTON HOUSE . WESTMINSTER LONDON S.W.1 REFERENCE OTJ. 4th… | ||
| scan0220 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company Limited regarding Gargoyle Hypoid Gear Lubricant and transmission lubrication recommendations. | ||
| View original record | Y56 21158 No. .2. V.O.Co., Ltd., to As regards the test of Gargoyle Hypoid Gear Lubricant in France, we normally recommend draining the oil every 5,000 miles. It is felt that a good deal of neglect… | ||
| scan0221 | Letter to the Vacuum Oil Company regarding the testing of two extreme pressure lubricant samples. | ||
| View original record | 1229 Rm/Gryl/R. 12th August, 1937. O.T. Jones, Esq., Vacuum Oil Company Limited, Caxton House, Westminster, S.W.1. Dear Mr. Jones, Many thanks for your letter of August 4th saying you would run off a… | ||
| scan0222 | Request to despatch two 1-gallon tins of oil samples to O.T. Jones at Vacuum Oil Co. | ||
| View original record | 1229. To G/Mt. c. to D/BP. Rm/FD.6/JH.13.8.37. Will you please despatch 2-1 gall. tins containing samples of oil to O.T. Jones, Vacuum Oil Co. Caxton House, Westminster. S.W.1. Rm/F.D. | ||
| scan0223 | Letter to the Packard Motor Car Company regarding lubricant issues with Hypoid Gears. | ||
| View original record | 1289 Rm/Gry5/R. 31st August, 1937. W.R. Griswold, Esq., Chief Research Engineer, Packard Motor Car Company, DETROIT. MICHIGAN. Dear Mr. Griswold, We are writing to you as the expert on Hypoid Gears… | ||
| scan0224 | Letter to the Vacuum Oil Company regarding the testing of Hypoid gear lubricant samples. | ||
| View original record | 1229 Rm/Gry4/R. 31st August, 1937. Vacuum Oil Company Limited, Caxton House, Westminster. S.W.1. For the attention of Mr. O.T. Jones. Dear Sirs, We are sending you to-day a sample of Hypoid gear… | ||
| scan0225 | The dispatch of a used gear oil sample from a 25/30 HP car to the Vacuum Oil Company. | ||
| View original record | To [redacted] from HPS/WSC. Rm/Gry. 1229 HPS/WSC.21/BA.31.8.37. Gear Oils. We hand you herewith:- 1 Bottle of oil removed from the rear axle of a 25/30 H.P. car which has been running in France. Will… | ||
| scan0226 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company acknowledging receipt of a used gear lubricant sample for laboratory testing. | ||
| View original record | 1229. BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) TELEGRAMS VACUUM PHONE LONDON CAXTON HOUSE . WESTMINSTER LONDON S.W.1 REFERENCE AUTO/ENG. 1st September,… | ||
| scan0227 | Request to order two oil cans, a rubber air hose, and a pistol for 'No. 2. BED'. | ||
| View original record | Sd signed To EJJ/JV. from Rm/Ed. 1229 Rm/Ed.3/MH.2.9.37. No. 2. BED. Will you please order 2 oil cans 12"x12"x6" and 1 rubber air hose and pistol for use on the above bed. Rm/Ed. | ||
| scan0228 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company regarding test reports on two samples of Extreme Pressure Oil. | ||
| View original record | 1229 BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE REGD TRADE MARK TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) VACUUM INTERNATIONAL MOTOR EXHIBITION CARS & BOATS OCT 14-23 EARLS COURT OUR STAND No. 228… | ||
| scan0229 | The concluding page of a letter to V.O.Co., Ltd. | ||
| View original record | Y56 27193 No. 2. V.O.Co., Ltd., to Trusting that the above information will prove of some value, and with kind regards, Yours sincerely, [Signature: CH Hives] OTJ ND [Circular Stamp 1: SEAL OF THE 3… | ||
| scan0230 | Comparative analysis report for two samples, 'A' and 'B', detailing their physical and chemical properties. | ||
| View original record | No.1. Sample Marked "A" Sample Marked "B" Specific Gravity @ 60°F . . . . . . .904 . . . . . . .904 Pour Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5°F . . . . . . . . 5°F Open Flash Point . . . . . . . . . .… | ||
| scan0231 | Test report No.2 detailing measurements of torque, temperature, and wear over time at specific jaw loads. | ||
| View original record | No.2. Time Jaw Load Torque Temp. Wear Minutes Lbs. Lb. Ins. °F. Notches 0 500 7 280 3 (Run in) 500 6 277 0 1500 19 267 5 " 18 269 10 " 16 258 10 15 " 15 268 10 20 " 16 266 20 25 " 18 267 20 30 " 18… | ||
| scan0232 | Letter to the Vacuum Oil Company regarding test results for hypoid gear lubricant and its properties. | ||
| View original record | 1229 Rm/Gry5/R. 11th Sept., 1937. O.T. Jones, Esq., Vacuum Oil Company Limited, Caxton House, WESTMINSTER. S.W.1. Dear Mr. Jones, Many thanks for your letter of Sept. 10th giving test results of the… | ||
| scan0233 | Letter from Mr. Grylls declining an invitation from the Vacuum Oil Company Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 1229 Rm/Gry. 15th Sept., 1937. Mr. Grylls thanks the Vacuum Oil Company Ltd. for their invitation for Wednesday, October 13th, but regrets that owing to a previous engagement he will not be able to… | ||
| scan0234 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company regarding the relative values of lubricants with and without sulphur. | ||
| View original record | BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE REGD TRADE MARK TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS VACUUM PHONE LONDON CAXTON HOUSE . WESTMINSTER LONDON S W I REFERENCE OTJ.… | ||
| scan0235 | Request to order a 50-gallon barrel of Mobiloil Artic for use on experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | HPS/AM. from Rm/FD. Rm/FD.2/JH.18.9.37. 1229 Will you please order 1:50 gall. barrel of Mobiloil Artic for use on experimental cars. Rm/FD. | ||
| scan0236 | Letter from Mr. W.A. Robotham regretting an invitation from the Vacuum Oil Company Ltd. | ||
| View original record | Rm8/R. 1209 20th Sept., 1937. Mr. W.A. Robotham thanks the Vacuum Oil Company Ltd. for their invitation for Wednesday, October 13th, but regrets that he will be unable to be present. Vacuum Oil… | ||
| scan0237 | Letter to Vacuum Oil Co. Ltd. inquiring about the future availability of specific oil grades for instruction book updates. | ||
| View original record | 12 29 Sept.20th.1937 Rm/Gry.2/AP. Vacuum Oil Co.Ltd., Caxton House, Westminster, LONDON S.W.1. For the attention of Mr.Russell-Sharp. Dear Sirs, As we are in the process of correcting our Instruction… | ||
| scan0238 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company confirming oil types and pricing for the current year. | ||
| View original record | BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) GARGOYLE REGD TRADE MARK CAXTON HOUSE . WESTMINSTER . LONDON . S.W.1 REFERENCE OTJ. 22nd September 1937 Messrs Rolls Royce… | ||
| scan0239 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company detailing test results for various Hypoid Gear Lubricants. | ||
| View original record | 1229 BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE REG'D TRADE MARK TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) TELEGRAMS VACUUM . PHONE . LONDON CAXTON HOUSE . WESTMINSTER LONDON S.W.1 REFERENCE OTJ.… | ||
| scan0240 | Letter concluding test results indicating higher loads can be carried with less wear when sulphur is present. | ||
| View original record | Y56 27193 No. .2.V.O.Co., Ltd., to You will see, therefore, that while these results are not directly comparable with practice, there is a very distinct indication that higher loads are carried with… | ||
| scan0241 | Letter discussing cylinder corrosion and piston 'freezing' issues in exported cars before despatch. | ||
| View original record | 1229. Is this true? TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010. CAXTON HOUSE EAST, WESTMINSTER, LONDON, S.W.1. 6th January 1938. S. H. Grylls Esq., Rolls Royce Limited, DERBY. Dear Mr. Grylls, Some time ago Mr. Russell… | ||
| scan0242 | Routine procedure for preparing a car after unloading from the docks following a sea voyage. | ||
| View original record | ALL ROLLS-ROYCE CARS ARE SPECIALLY PREPARED FOR SHIPMENT AS PER THE LABEL ATTACHED TO THE CHASSIS PRIOR TO DESPATCH FROM THE WORKS. The following routine should always be carried out on unloading from… | ||
| scan0243 | Engine maintenance advice regarding oil for cars that have been in storage and symptoms of worn components. | ||
| View original record | -2- and rings, gas blowing past the pistons, engine over-heating and over-oiling, etc. will appear. The above remarks also apply after a car has been standing in storage for some time, with the… | ||
| scan0244 | Letter to The Vacuum Oil Co. regarding the use of mineral oil to treat cylinder bores on cars sent abroad. | ||
| View original record | 1229. REX 2424 January 14th.1937. Rm/Gry.1/AP. O.T.Jones Esq., The Vacuum Oil Co., Caxton House East, Westminster, LONDON S.W.1. Dear Mr.Jones, Many thanks for your letter of the 6th inst. I apologise… | ||
| scan0245 | Requesting an official order for a 5-gallon drum of 'HGL' oil from the Vacuum Oil Co. for use in car back axles. | ||
| View original record | γ 1229. To Roy. from Rm/Gry. c. G/JWH. Rm/Gry.12/MH.18.1.38. When Mr. Russell-Sharp of the Vacuum Oil Co. was here this morning we asked him to send us a further 5-gallon drum of 'HGL' oil for use in… | ||
| scan0246 | Internal request to issue an official order for one gallon of Mobiloil A oil to Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes. | ||
| View original record | 1235 1229 To Roy. from Rm/FD. c. G/JWH. c. Hts. Rm/FD.1/MH.22.1.38. Will you please issue an official order for 1 Gall. of Mobiloil A oil to Messrs.Sanderson & Holmes. This has already been obtained,… | ||
| scan0247 | Letter to The Vacuum Oil Co. regarding the altering of oil viscosities which makes instruction books recommend unsuitable oil. | ||
| View original record | 1229 Rm/Gry.2/MH. 21st. February 1938. O.T.Jones, Esq., The Vacuum Oil Co., Caxton House, East, Westminster, LONDON, S.W.1. Dear Mr. Jones, Some of the oil companies have given us a lot of worry… | ||
| scan0248 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company Limited advising of a delay in response due to an accident. | ||
| View original record | 1229 BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE REGD TRADE MARK TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) TELEGRAMS VACUUM · PHONE · LONDON CAXTON HOUSE · WESTMINSTER LONDON · S·W·1 REFERENCE… | ||
| scan0249 | Letter to Vacuum Oil Co. Ltd. regarding a meeting to discuss oil recommendations in an instruction book. | ||
| View original record | 1229 Rm/Gry.7/MH. 4th. March 1938. Mr.J.Russell-Sharp, Vacuum Oil Co. Ltd., Caxton House, Westminster, LONDON, S.W.1. Dear Mr.Russell-Sharp, Many thanks for your letter. Wednesday would be the best… | ||
| scan0250 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company to S. H. Grylls regarding the company's policy on oil grade numbering, specifically the VIS and S.A.E. classifications. | ||
| View original record | 1229 BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) TELEGRAMS VACUUM . PHONE . LONDON CAXTON HOUSE . WESTMINSTER LONDON S·W·I REFERENCE OTJ. 21st March 1938. S.… | ||
| scan0251 | Letter to V.O.Co., Ltd. regarding the preference for using brand name oils over S.A.E. numbers in instruction books. | ||
| View original record | Y56 36075 No. .2. V.O.Co., Ltd., to For this reason we would prefer to see the brand names of MOBILOIL "D", "BB", "A" and "ARCTIC" maintained in Manufacturers' Instruction Books even if the… | ||
| scan0252 | Invitation from the Apprentices' Association to a lecture on the application of cutting oils to modern machine tools. | ||
| View original record | 1204 1229 To Rm Mr. A.E.Lawson, M.I.A.E, of the Vacuum Oil Company, is giving a lecture on "The Application of Cutting Oils to modern Machine Tools" on Thursday, March 31st at 7.30 p.m. in the Welfare… | ||
| scan0253 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company proposing a meeting to discuss the lubrication of Rolls-Royce and Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | BY APPOINTMENT 1229 VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) GARGOYLE TELEGRAMS VACUUM PHONE LONDON CAXTON HOUSE, WESTMINSTER LONDON S.W.1 REFERENCE B1/MSD. 6th April, 1938.… | ||
| scan0254 | Internal request to order two 20-gallon drums of Mobiloil Arctic Oil. | ||
| View original record | X 1229? To HPS/AM. from Rm/Mths. Rm/Mths.8/MH.3.5.38. Will you please order two 20-galls. drums of Mobiloil Arctic Oil and book to O/N.52464. Rm/Mths. | ||
| scan0255 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company Limited regarding ongoing corrosion tests on an 'ACI' alloy washer. | ||
| View original record | 122 BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) GARGOYLE REGD TRADE MARK TELEGRAMS VACUUM · PHONE · LONDON CAXTON HOUSE · WESTMINSTER LONDON · S·W·I REFERENCE OTJ.… | ||
| scan0256 | Letter to Vacuum Oil Co. Ltd. clarifying the material composition of a patented R.R. alloy used for a differential washer. | ||
| View original record | 1229 Experimental Dept. Rm/Gry.7/MH. 17th. May 1938. Vacuum Oil Co. Ltd., Caxton House, Westminster, LONDON, S.W.1. For the attention of Mr.O.T.Jones. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of May 16th.… | ||
| scan0257 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company detailing the results of corrosion tests on A.C.I and bronze washers. | ||
| View original record | 12293 BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE REGD TRADE MARK TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) TELEGRAMS VACUUM · PHONE · LONDON CAXTON HOUSE · WESTMINSTER LONDON S·W·1 REFERENCE OTJ.… | ||
| scan0258 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company regarding heat immersion tests on bushes in MOBILOIL HGL. | ||
| View original record | 1229 BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE REG. TRADE MARK TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) TELEGRAMS VACUUM PHONE LONDON CAXTON HOUSE . WESTMINSTER LONDON S.W.I REFERENCE OTJ. 30th… | ||
| scan0259 | Letter to the Vacuum Oil Co. Ltd. regarding standardizing materials for use with a Hypoid lubricant containing free sulphur. | ||
| View original record | 1229. Experimental Dept. Rm/Gry.5/MH. 1st. June 1938. The Vacuum Oil Co. Ltd., Caxton House, Westminster, LONDON, S.W.1. For the attention of Mr.O.T.Jones. Dear Sirs, Many thanks for sending the… | ||
| scan0260 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company regarding a sample of MOBILOIL 'A' for testing. | ||
| View original record | 1229 BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) TELEGRAMS VACUUM · PHONE · LONDON CAXTON HOUSE · WESTMINSTER LONDON S·W·I REFERENCE OTJ. 20th June 1938. GRY… | ||
| scan0261 | Covering order for inhibitor treated Mobiloil A. | ||
| View original record | 1229 To Roy. from Rm/Gry. c. G/JWH. Rm/Gry.11/MH.21.6.38. Will you please send a covering order to The Vacuum Oil Co. for 5 gallons of inhibitor treated Mobiloil A, one gallon of which has arrived and… | ||
| scan0262 | Letter to Vacuum Oil Co. Ltd. ordering Mobiloil A for testing its effect on piston scuffing. | ||
| View original record | 1229 Experimental Dept. Rm/Gry.10/MH. 21st. June 1938. The Vacuum Oil Co. Ltd., Caxton House, Westminster, LONDON, S.W.1. For the attention of Mr.O.T.Jones. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of… | ||
| scan0263 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company confirming dispatch of Mobiloil 'A' and advising on its use for an engine in storage. | ||
| View original record | 1229 BY APPOINTMENT VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) TELEGRAMS VACUUM . PHONE . LONDON CAXTON HOUSE . WESTMINSTER . LONDON . S.W.1 REFERENCE OTJ. 22nd June 1938.… | ||
| scan0264 | Discrepancy in a Mobiloil A order from Vacuum Oil Co. Ltd., seeking approval to pay for the incorrect quantity received. | ||
| View original record | 1229. Rm/Gry. G/WFH/CA.14/MG.16.7.38. Further to your memo. of the 21st ulto., reference Rm/Gry.11/MH, instructing for an Order to be issued to the Vacuum Oil Co. Ltd. for 5 gallons of inhibitor… | ||
| scan0265 | Confirming receipt of 10 gallons of inhibitor treated Mobiloil A from the Vacuum Oil Co. | ||
| View original record | 1229 To G/WFH. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.7/MH.18.7.38. With reference to your memo ref.G/WFH/CA.14/MH. 16.7.38, we have received 10 gallons of inhibitor treated Mobiloil A from the Vacuum Oil Co. Rm/Gry. | ||
| scan0266 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company regarding a new inhibitor-treated oil for running-in engines. | ||
| View original record | BY APPOINTMENT TO THE LATE KING GEORGE V 1229. VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE REGD TRADE MARK TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) TELEGRAMS VACUUM-PHONE . LONDON CAXTON HOUSE . WESTMINSTER LONDON… | ||
| scan0267 | Letter to The Vacuum Oil Company Ltd. requesting a 5-gallon supply of oil for running-in engine tests. | ||
| View original record | 1234 Rm.9/MH. 29th. July 1938. The Vacuum Oil Company Ltd., Caxton House, Westminster, LONDON, S.W.1. For the attention of Mr.O.T.Jones, Chief Engineer. Dear Sirs, With reference to your letter, ref.… | ||
| scan0268 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company Limited regarding the preparation and shipping of an experimental oil for running-in purposes. | ||
| View original record | BY APPOINTMENT TO THE LATE KING GEORGE V 12.2.9 VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE TELEPHONES WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) TELEGRAMS VACUUM · PHONE · LONDON CAXTON HOUSE · WESTMINSTER LONDON S.W.1… | ||
| scan0269 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company regarding a new shock absorber fluid for Luvax Piston-Type Shock Absorbers. | ||
| View original record | 1229 BY APPOINTMENT TO THE LATE KING GEORGE V. VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE REG'D TRADE MARK TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) TELEGRAMS VACUUM · PHONE · LONDON CAXTON HOUSE · WESTMINSTER… | ||
| scan0270 | Letter to the Vacuum Oil Company regarding an issue with sending an oil sample from a drum and a plan to test a new batch. | ||
| View original record | 1229. Rm/Gry././MH. 3rd. September 1938. O.T.Jones, Esq., Vacuum Oil Company Ltd., Caxton House, Westminster, LONDON, S.W.1. Dear Mr.Jones, With regard to our telephone conversation, I find that it is… | ||
| scan0271 | Telegram to Vacuum Phone London urgently requesting oil for H.G.L. axle tests. | ||
| View original record | 1229 PM/GBy 7th Sept 1938 VACUUM PHONE LONDON. H.G.L. OIL URGENTLY REQUIRED FOR AXLE TESTS. PLEASE ADVISE WHEN WE CAN EXPECT ARRIVAL. ROYCAR. | ||
| scan0272 | Telegram received by telephone regarding a Mobiloil delivery. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. 1229 TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. R.R. T44A-63176 11-6-38 WRK Stamp: M.D. RECEIVED SEP 1938 Time Received: 4:45 Date: 1/9/38 To: Royce C. By: S.S. from: london T. 4:28 20 wds… | ||
| scan0273 | Telegram to Grylls at Dycar Derby regarding the arrival of a car (HGL) at the works. | ||
| View original record | Charges to pay RECEIVED PM 4 44 POST OFFICE TELEGRAM From TS 94 Prefix. Time handed in. Office of Origin and Service Instructions. Words. 294 4.28 LONDON T 20 1229 No. DY 2424 OFFICE STAMP DERBY -7… | ||
| scan0274 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company Limited confirming a telegram and the dispatch of a package of Mobiloil. | ||
| View original record | 1229 BY APPOINTMENT TO THE LATE KING GEORGE V. VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE REGD TRADE MARK TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) TELEGRAMS VACUUM . PHONE . LONDON CAXTON HOUSE . WESTMINSTER… | ||
| scan0275 | Telegram received by telephone form regarding a delivery. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. 1229 TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 4.45 Date: 1/9/38 To: Roycar. By: Ss. from: London T 4.28 20 words STAMP: M.D. 1938 STAMP: RECEIVED 9 IX 38 MESSAGE: Grylls… | ||
| scan0276 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company Limited regarding inhibitor-treated oils and greases. | ||
| View original record | 1229- OJS . BY APPOINTMENT TO THE LATE KING GEORGE V. VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE REG TRADE MARK TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) TELEGRAMS VACUUM . PHONE . LONDON CAXTON HOUSE .… | ||
| scan0277 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company confirming the suitability of Mobilgrease No.5 for motor car dynamos. | ||
| View original record | Y56 44706 No. .2. V.O.Co., Ltd., to Messrs Rolls Royce Limited We also wish to confirm that MOBILGREASE NO.5. is suitable for the bearings of Motor car dynamos, etc., where a soda-base grease of this… | ||
| scan0278 | Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company about a special extreme pressure oil (EX.144) for running-in new engines. | ||
| View original record | [Printed Letterhead] BY APPOINTMENT TO THE LATE KING GEORGE V VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED GARGOYLE [Logo] TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) TELEGRAMS VACUUM . PHONE . LONDON CAXTON HOUSE .… | ||
| scan0279 | Specification sheet for oil from the Vacuum Oil Company, Limited. | ||
| View original record | Y56 44706 No. .2. V.O.Co., Ltd., to Specific Gravity ........... .904 Open Flash ................. 380°F Saybolt Viscosity @ 100°F ... 224" @ 130°F ... 111" @ 210°F ... 48" Colour… | ||
| scan0280 | Letter to the Vacuum Oil Company, Ltd. regarding a delayed response from Mr. Robotham. | ||
| View original record | 1229. Rm/Gry3/R. 12th October, 1938. Vacuum Oil Company, Ltd., Caxton House, WESTMINSTER. S.W.1. (For the attention of Mr. O.T. Jones). Dear Sirs, Mr. Robotham is at present away from the Works for… | ||
| scan0281 | Letter from Vacuum Oil Company regarding a test sample of MOBILOIL 'GX' for use in back axles. | ||
| View original record | 1229. BY APPOINTMENT TO THE LATE KING GEORGE V. VACUUM OIL COMPANY LIMITED TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 1010 (14 LINES) GARGOYLE REGD TRADE MARK TELEGRAMS VACUUM . PHONE . LONDON CAXTON HOUSE . WESTMINSTER… | ||