Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Request to manufacture six brackets (part LeC.5191) with rubber mountings for the petrol pumps. | ||
| View original record | X1263 To RHC. Hs/JBD.5/KW.2.10.36. Will you please have made six brackets to LeC.5191 complete with rubber mounting for the petrol pumps. Hs/J.B.Dixon. | ||
| scan0002 | The failure analysis of an S.U. Petrol Pump from Jack Barclay's Trials Car. | ||
| View original record | X163 To Mx. HS/JBD.3/JH.2.10.36: Report on the S.U. Petrol Pump off 3-AZ-28. (Jack Barclay's Trials Car). This pump was returned to you having failed in Hyde Park. We tried the pump on the rig, and it… | ||
| scan0003 | Report attributing the causes of failure in both offside and nearside pumps. | ||
| View original record | (2) The wood shaving may have been in the pump since manufacture, or got in when the valves were changed. We attribute the cause of the failure to (1) The failure of the offside pump to the effect of… | ||
| scan0004 | Noisy pumps and instructions for handling them at Cricklewood and Paris. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. c. to J. Dixon. x1263 Levallois, Oct. 2nd. 1936. I have received the memo. HS/JBD.32/KW.30.9.36: I gave instructions at Cricklewood during the weekending September 19th that no further… | ||
| scan0005 | Letter to S.U. Company Ltd. concerning petrol pipe connection caps, progress on high lift pumps for the Phantom III, and silencing existing pumps. | ||
| View original record | V1263 Exptl. Dept. Hs/JBD.1/KW. 3rd October, 1936. The S.U. Company Ltd., East Works, Adderley Park, Birmingham 8. For the attention of Mr. Leslie Kent. Dear Sirs, Some time ago we raised the question… | ||
| scan0006 | Letter regarding the failure of G.3 diaphragms during testing and arranging a follow-up meeting. | ||
| View original record | -2- With regard to the G.3 diaphragms, we have failed two on test, which has rather shaken the confidence you have led us to have in them. We are continuing the tests and I would like to visit you one… | ||
| scan0007 | Request for a report on the performance of an S.U. Petrol pump with a silencing washer and G-3 diaphragms. | ||
| View original record | X1263 W/K. - G.W. Hancock. Hs/JBD.22/JH.5:10:36 With regard to the S.U. Petrol pump incorporating a silencing washer and the G-3 diaphragms. We are anxious to have a report on this pump, with regard… | ||
| scan0008 | The testing and performance of a faulty Special S.U. Petrol Pump. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. K1263 Hs/GWH. Cricklewood. Oct. 6th,1936. Special S.U. Petrol Pump. The special pump did not arrive in Paris until Friday last. It was therefore useless to fit it to 6-B-IV. I first took a… | ||
| scan0009 | Petrol pump failures traced to faulty wireless condensors. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. C Dixon X1263 Cricklewood, Oct. 6th, 1936. Petrol Pump Failures. Two cases have been dealt with by Cricklewood of supposed pump failure which was eventually traced to faulty wireless… | ||
| scan0010 | Notice regarding the dual-unit petrol pump design and the importance of routine checks. | ||
| View original record | X1263 To Hd. (For Depot Sheet). Petrol Pumps. On all Rolls-Royce and Bentley cars the petrol pump design consists of two units. Either unit is capable of running the car up to about 70 M.P.H.… | ||
| scan0011 | Previously circulated Depot Sheet concerning the checking of S.U. Petrol Pumps. | ||
| View original record | x1263 To Sg. & Wor. c. to E. c. to By. Hs/Rm.17/KW.8.10.36. S.U. Petrol Pumps. With reference to the decision arrived at in Conference yesterday that a Depot Sheet should be circulated, asking Depots… | ||
| scan0012 | Letter to The S.U. Company Ltd. arranging a meeting for the following day. | ||
| View original record | X1263 Exptl. Dept. Hs/JBD.24/JH. 8th October, 1936. The S.U. Company Ltd., East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM, 8. For the attention of Mr. Leslie Kent. Dear Sirs, We are in… | ||
| scan0013 | S.U. Petrol Pumps for the Phantom III, indicating the availability of a test rig for vapour lock work. | ||
| View original record | X1263 To E. c. to Da. c. to Ev. Hs/Rm.7/KW.9.10.36. S.U. Petrol Pumps for the Phantom III. The attached report is sent through mainly to indicate that a very good test rig is available for carrying… | ||
| scan0014 | Testing an S.U. Petrol Pump as fitted to the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. E Da Ev x1263 Hs/JBD.14/KW.2.10.36. A sketch of the rig should be attached. Report on S.U. Petrol Pump as fitted to the Phantom III. The rig was arranged to reproduce as nearly as possible the… | ||
| scan0015 | Petrol pump performance tests, comparing delivery times at various temperatures using Pratt's Ethyl Petrol. | ||
| View original record | -2- The pump was switched on and after 10 seconds wait the drains from the carburetter opened. It was observed that there was a delay of from 20 to 25 secs. till the petrol reached the pump, this time… | ||
| scan0016 | Test report on fuel pump failures due to temperature, comparing standard and high lift pumps. | ||
| View original record | -3- In this case the high lift pump was fitted in the dash position and the whole of the increased head was available at the carburetter and with the standard carburetter it would not be possible to… | ||
| scan0017 | Test results for various fuel pumps' ability to deal with vapour and the effects of temperature. | ||
| View original record | -4- Hs/JBD.14/KW.2.10.36. A third series of tests were made to ascertain the ability of the pumps to deal with vapour when hot, heated air being employed for convenience. A suction head of 18" petrol… | ||
| scan0018 | Test results and analysis of standard pump performance with shortened stroke and G.3 diaphragms. | ||
| View original record | -5- Hs/JBD.14/KW.2.10.36. Standard Pump, Shortened Stroke. Temp: Pump & Air Suction Head Delivery Time °C. Inches Petrol Secs. 35 14 56 45 13 58.1/5 55 12 60.2/5 62 12 62 75 11 64.1/5 85 11 65… | ||
| scan0019 | Petrol pump issues concerning warped valves and circlip failures, with recommendations for material changes and optimal pump placement. | ||
| View original record | -6- Hs/JBD.14/KW.2.10.36. Trouble was also encountered with the Bakelite valves which warped and at times stopped the pump priming, though it was insufficient to affect the operation of the pump when… | ||
| scan0020 | Schematic diagram of an S.U. Petrol Pump Test Rig. | ||
| View original record | S.U PETROL PUMP TEST RIG HEATED CHAMBER DOOR REMOVED THERMOMETERS VENT PIPE INSULATION STROMBERG CARBURRETTOR S.U. PUMP DRAIN PIPES GLASS TUBES FILTER FAN STEAM HEATING COILS 2 WAY COCK FLOW… | ||
| scan0021 | Graph comparing the delivery performance of a High Lift (Ex 1) pump and a Standard pump at various temperatures. | ||
| View original record | Nº 1 COMPARISON BETWEEN HIGH LIFT (EX 1) & STANDARD PUMP DELIVERY IN PINTS PER HOUR 120 110 100 90 80 70 60 50 40 30 20 EX 1 PUMP 70º 80º STANDARD PUMP 70º 80º PIPE LINE AT 50ºC FIRST ½ PINT 1 PINT… | ||
| scan0022 | Graph comparing the petrol delivery performance of an 'EX I Pump' versus a 'Standard S.U. Pump' at various temperatures. | ||
| View original record | 18-8-36 N° 2 EX I PUMP STANDARD S.U. PUMP DELIVERY IN PINTS PER HOUR AT 60C AT 70C FLOWS THROUGH CARBURRETTER FAILED PRATTS ETHYL PETROL PETROL TEMPERATURE °C | ||
| scan0023 | Graph comparing the performance of various fuel pumps at different temperatures using Pratts Ethyl fuel. | ||
| View original record | PRATTS ETHYL 19-8-36 Nº3 STANDARD PUMP G.1 60ºC 70ºC SPECIAL DIAPHRAGM G.3. 60ºC 70ºC STANDARD SHORT STROKE AT 60ºC STANDARD SHORT STROKE AT 70ºC FLOWS THROUGH CARBURETTER FAILED FAILED | ||
| scan0024 | Performance graph comparing different pump diaphragms against petrol temperature. | ||
| View original record | STANDARD PUMP. 60% STANDARD PUMP. 70% STIFF DIAPHRAGM. 60% STIFF DIAPHRAGM. 70% G.1 G.3 PRATTS ETHYL Nº 4 FREE DELIVERY IN PINTS PER HOUR COMPARISON BETWEEN G.1 GERMAN & SPECIAL TYPE G.3 DIAPHRAGMS… | ||
| scan0025 | Letter from The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd discussing pump silencing and hammering issues. | ||
| View original record | X1263 TELEGRAMS FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd PROPRIETORS: MORRIS MOTORS LTD LORD NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN OLIVER BODEN, O.B.E. MANAGING DIRECTOR STATION ADDERLEY PARK L.M.&S.RY East… | ||
| scan0026 | Letter from The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding dies for stampings and pump despatches. | ||
| View original record | THE S.U. CARBURETTER CO. LTD. CONTINUATION NO. 2 Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. through a number in this way. If you want a quantity, we shall have to get dies made for stampings. As regards the caps for… | ||
| scan0027 | Letter from The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd regarding a misplaced blueprint for a high pressure pump on the Phantom Rolls. | ||
| View original record | X1263 TELEGRAMS FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. TELEPHONE Nº EAST 1171 (6 LINES) The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd PROPRIETORS: MORRIS MOTORS LTD. LORD NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN OLIVER BODEN, O.B.E. MANAGING DIRECTOR… | ||
| scan0028 | Internal order request for six High Lift Petrol Pumps and air bottles for the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | X1263 To Roy. c. to G/JWH. Hs/JBD.6/KW.9.10.36. Will you please order from the S.U. Company six High Lift Petrol Pumps for the Phantom III, Piece No. D.75658, with air bottles Piece No. D.75656/4.… | ||
| scan0029 | Internal memorandum requesting a reminder regarding S.U. Petrol Pumps, with a handwritten response. | ||
| View original record | x1263 Please send reminder. Rm. S/W To Hs/Rm. from Sg. re S.U.Petrol Pumps. Sgl/E9.10.36 Copy to [text struck through] E.BY. I am in receipt of Hs/Rm.17/KW.8.10.36. I see on referring to the Sheet… | ||
| scan0030 | Correspondence with The S.U. Company Ltd. regarding prints for air bottles and magnet pots. | ||
| View original record | X1263 Exptl. Dept. Hs/JBD.11/KW. 10th October, 1936. The S.U. Company Ltd., East Works, Adderley Park, Birmingham 8. For the attention of Mr. Cooper. Dear Sirs, We are in receipt of your letter of the… | ||
| scan0031 | Requesting the booking in of 24 G.3 Diaphragms from the S.U. Company for experimental purposes. | ||
| View original record | X1263 To G/Mt. c. to Roy. c. to G/JWH. Hs/JBD.16/KW.12.10.36. We have brought back from the S.U. Company's Works 24. G.3 Diaphragms for Petrol Pumps. Will you please arrange for these to be booked in.… | ||
| scan0032 | Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd discussing a blueprint for a mild steel pot and chasing an order for 6 high pressure pumps. | ||
| View original record | TELEGRAMS FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. TELEPHONE Nº EAST 117 (6 LINES) The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd PROPRIETORS: MORRIS MOTORS LTD. LORD NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN OLIVER BODEN, O.B.E. MANAGING DIRECTOR STATION… | ||
| scan0033 | The return of a petrol pump from a Phantom III, 3-AZ-28, to the S.U. Company for repair. | ||
| View original record | X1263 To D/BP. c. to G/Mt. c. to G/Rb. c. to Mx. Hs/JBD.11/KW.12.10.36. We have returned the Petrol Pump from Jack Barclay's Phantom III, 3-AZ-28, to the S.U. Company for repair by hand on the 8th… | ||
| scan0034 | Request to order four petrol pumps with silencing washers from the S.U. Company for Bentley and 25/30 HP cars. | ||
| View original record | X1263 To Roy. c. to G/JWH. Hs/JBD.3/KW.12.10.36. Will you please order from the S.U. Company, 2. Bentley & 2. 25/30 HP. R.R. Petrol Pumps, incorporating the silencing washers. Hs/J.B.Dixon. | ||
| scan0035 | Letter from The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd analysing faults found in returned pumps. | ||
| View original record | Copy of Letter From: THE S.U.CARBURETTER CO.LTD Birmingham 8. October 12th.1936 Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. DERBY. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 10th inst. and note your remarks. We have… | ||
| scan0036 | Letter from S.U. Carburetter Company regarding diaphragm shrinkage and noise issues in pumps used on the Phantom III model. | ||
| View original record | Copy Continued. 2. From: S.U.Carburetter Company. You will recollect that when we originally submitted the German diaphragm which you are at present using, we turned this down ourselves and went on to… | ||
| scan0037 | Brief internal note questioning the testing procedure for petrol pumps. | ||
| View original record | To Sft. x1263 Hs/Rm.8/KW.13.10.36. Petrol Pumps. Attached is a note from G.W.H. Surely these pumps are tested ? Hs/Rm. | ||
| scan0038 | Amusing incident with a newly delivered petrol pump which had extra valves forgotten inside. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. Cricklewood, Oct. 10th, 1936 Petrol Pumps. We hear of funny things happening, but why three valves per pump now-a-days. The electrician here received a new pump from Derby, and examined it… | ||
| scan0039 | Chasing an official order for 6 High Lift Petrol Pumps from the S.U. Company. | ||
| View original record | X1263 To Roy. c. to G/JWH. Hs/JBD.15/JH.13.10.36. The S.U. Company state they have had no Official Order for 6 High Lift Petrol Pumps which we asked you to send through on the 9th instant, reference… | ||
| scan0040 | Request to manufacture four Magnet Pots according to a drawing supplied by the S.U. Company. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. X1263 Hs/JBD.15/KW.14.10.36. Will you please have made four Magnet Pots to the drawing supplied by the S.U. Company. Hs/J.B.Dixon. | ||
| scan0041 | Letter to S.U. Company Ltd. regarding the delivery of high lift pumps and magnet pots, and issues with valve modifications. | ||
| View original record | X1263 Exptl. Dept. Hs/JBD.11/KW. 14th October, 1936. The S.U. Company Ltd., East Works, Adderley Park, Birmingham 8. For the attention of Mr. Leslie Kent. Dear Sirs, We thank you for the drawing of… | ||
| scan0042 | Query regarding the fitting of condensers to pumps on cars equipped with wireless radios. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/JBD.11/KW.14.10.36. We have had a query regarding the fitting of condensers to the pumps on cars fitted with wireless. Would you let us have your opinion on this matter, and the induced voltage… | ||
| scan0043 | Letter from The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd proposing a new design for a pump spindle and armature. | ||
| View original record | 1263 TELEGRAMS FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd PROPRIETORS: MORRIS MOTORS LTD. TELEPHONE No EAST 1171 (6 LINES) LORD NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN OLIVER BODEN, O.B.E. MANAGING DIRECTOR… | ||
| scan0044 | Blueprint for an armature for a high-pressure pump. | ||
| View original record | ALT. ALTERED FROM REASON DATE .307" .260" .250" .105" .102" REMOVE SHARP CORNERS 1.138 DIA 1.136 2BA .760" DIA 1.00" DIA .088" .078" SLIGHTLY UNDERCUT THIS CORNER 5 1/2° .125" 1.732" 1.729" DIA TO BE… | ||
| scan0045 | Blueprint for a Centre Sliding Rod for a High Pressure Pump. | ||
| View original record | ALT. ALTERED FROM REASON DATE THIS END TO BE LEFT FLAT. 3.50" .385" .365" SCREW 2BA. .187" DIA. BAR. 1.86" .142" DIA. .140" DIA. .406" .06" DIA. .07" DIA. END OF CHAMFER 30° 4 BA. CENTRE SLIDING ROD -… | ||
| scan0046 | Diaphragm plate for a high-pressure pump. | ||
| View original record | ALT. ALTERED FROM REASON DATE ALL OTHER DIMENSIONS AS STP PLATE PT N.o 1424 2BA DIAPHRAGM PLATE FOR ROLLS ROYCE HIGH PRESSURE PUMP. MATL BRASS BAR THE S.U. CO. ADDERLEY PARK, B'HAM. PART NO. 1783… | ||
| scan0047 | Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd regarding delivery valves and fitting a condenser to a pump to eliminate wireless interference. | ||
| View original record | x1263 DIXON TELEGRAMS FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd PROPRIETORS: MORRIS MOTORS LTD. LORD NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN OLIVER BODEN, O.B.E. MANAGING DIRECTOR STATION ADDERLEY PARK L.M. &… | ||
| scan0048 | Request for the return of a petrol pump from chassis GUL-58 for examination. | ||
| View original record | To Hd. +1263. Hs/JBD.3/JH.15.10.36. Will you please send us the petrol pump off chassis GUL-58 for examination when this is returned to you by John Croall & Sons Ltd., Edinburgh. Hs/J.B.Dixon. | ||
| scan0049 | Letter to The S.U. Company Ltd. regarding a proposed modification to an armature spindle and the analysis of returned pumps. | ||
| View original record | X1263 Exptl. Dept. Hs/JBD.17/JH. 15th October, 1936. The S.U. Company Ltd., East Works, Adderley Park, Birmingham, 8. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Sirs, We thank you for the drawings showing… | ||
| scan0050 | Letter from The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd regarding the design of an armature and spindle, with a handwritten note on pump pressures. | ||
| View original record | TELEGRAMS FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. TELEPHONE No EAST 1171 (6 LINES) The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd PROPRIETORS: MORRIS MOTORS LTD. East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, Birmingham, 8. LORD… | ||
| scan0051 | New process for analyzing petrol pump failures by labelling returned units. | ||
| View original record | x1763 To Hd. c. to Er. c. to KC. (Kingsbury) c. to Sr. Hs/JBD.6/KW.16.10.36. We are going to make an analysis of the petrol pump failures. To facilitate this we wish you to attach a label to each pump… | ||
| scan0052 | Letter to the S.U. Company regarding the supply and testing of different diaphragm materials for petrol pumps. | ||
| View original record | X1263 Exptl. Dept. Hs/JBD.26/JH. 19th October, 1936. The S.U. Company Limited, East Works, Adderley Park, Birmingham, 18. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Sirs, I have arranged that petrol pumps… | ||
| scan0053 | Follow-up letter inquiring about the delivery status of high lift pumps. | ||
| View original record | -2- 19th October, 1936 How soon can we expect delivery of these high lift pumps? One was promised for last week. Yours faithfully, FOR ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. | ||
| scan0054 | Instruction for arranging petrol pump repairs and inspections with the S.U. Company. | ||
| View original record | 41263 F/N. c. to W/K. c. to Repair Dept. Hs/JBD.20/JH.19.10.36. Will you please arrange that all petrol pumps returned to the S.U. Company for repair, are addressed to J.B.Dixon, c/o. S.U. Company,… | ||
| scan0055 | Request to return pump units from Professor Dodds' car (B.34.GA) to the Experimental Dept. for diaphragm examination. | ||
| View original record | +1263. W/K. Hs/JBD.21/JH.19.10.36; We have your report on changing the pumps on Professor Dodds' car B.34.GA. We should be glad if you will return these units to the Experimental Dept. for examination… | ||
| scan0056 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding samples of harder jointing material for petrol gauge washers. | ||
| View original record | 105 1263 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY ENGINEERING AND ALLIED EMPLOYERS' NATIONAL FEDERATION 1918 BY APPOINTMENT TO HIS MAJESTY THE KING TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES)… | ||
| scan0057 | Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding sending Bentley and Rolls pumps for testing and design alterations. | ||
| View original record | 1263 TELEGRAMS FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. TELEPHONE Nọ EAST 1171 (6 LINES) [LOGO: SU] The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd PROPRIETORS: MORRIS MOTORS LTD. LORD NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN OLIVER BODEN, O.B.E. MANAGING… | ||
| scan0058 | Failures in S.U. petrol pumps, specifically relating to diaphragm issues causing noise and delivery failure. | ||
| View original record | 1263 To Hs. Rm.2/JH.27.10.36. FILE ONLY. S.U. Petrol Pumps. We visited S.U.'s. 26.10.36. The situation is as follows. There are two main troubles, noise and complete delivery failure due to diaphragm… | ||
| scan0059 | Pump noise issues and diaphragm material for 25/30 and Phantom III models. | ||
| View original record | -2- Some agreement will have to be reached as to how the cost is to be met. We recommend that all 25/30's and Phantom III already delivered should be dealt with as opportunity occurs via G.W.H.… | ||
| scan0060 | Requesting 30 petrol pumps be immediately sent to the S.U. Company. | ||
| View original record | Sft. From Rm. 81263. Rm.7/MJ.28.10.36. : We attach herewith copy of Rm.1/AP.27.10.36 from which you will see the general petrol pump position at present. Will you confirm that you will let us have 30… | ||
| scan0061 | Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd discussing the reliability and potential service troubles of the G.3 diaphragm. | ||
| View original record | 1263 TELEGRAMS FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. TELEPHONE No EAST 1171 (6 LINES) The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd PROPRIETORS: MORRIS MOTORS LTD. East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, Birmingham, 8.… | ||
| scan0062 | Petrol supply failures in S.U. pumps, focusing on diaphragm trouble and noise. | ||
| View original record | 371263 To Sg. from Rm. Hs. c. to E. c. to By. c. to Mx. c. to Roy. Rm.1/AP.27.10.36. FAILURE OF PETROL SUPPLY : S.U. PUMPS. There are two main troubles - (1) Diaphragm trouble - this can cause a… | ||
| scan0063 | Issues with diaphragm trouble, noise, pump placement, and the effects of diesel and alcohol fuels. | ||
| View original record | Rm.1/AP.27.10.36. (1) Diaphragm trouble - continued. over as is thought most expedient. These pumps will begin to become available at the end of this week. There are so many cars involved that they… | ||
| scan0064 | Comparison of the reliability of Autovac, S.U., and A.C. mechanical and electrical fuel pumps. | ||
| View original record | -3- Mechanical and Electrical Pumps. We have not yet approached the reliability of the Autovac with the S.U. Pump. The Autovac had a long period of development, the S.U. has only been going three… | ||
| scan0065 | Analysis of failures for S.U. pumps submitted by the S.U. Company. | ||
| View original record | 27.10.36. ANALYSIS OF ALL FAILURES OF S.U. PUMPS SUBMITTED BY THE S.U. COMPANY, OCTOBER 12th.1936. 1. 73 were returned for leaky diaphragm. 2. 125 " " " shrunken " 3. 116 " " " being noisy. 4. 38 " "… | ||
| scan0066 | Line graph charting the quarterly complaints regarding S.U. petrol pumps on Bentley vehicles. | ||
| View original record | S.U. PETROL PUMP COMPLAINTS. CURVE OF QUARTERLY COMPLAINTS ON S.U. PUMPS ON THE BENTLEY. SHEWING THAT THERE HAS BEEN NO SUDDEN INCREASE IN THE NUMBER OF COMPLAINTS SINCE THE INTRODUCTION OF THE… | ||
| scan0067 | Requesting to attach a Complaints Analysis sheet to another referenced document. | ||
| View original record | ✓ 1263 To Sg/Miss.Elias from Rm. Rm.1/AP.28.10.36. Will you please attach the sheet of Complaints Analysis which we send you herewith to Rm.1/AP.27.10.36. Rm. | ||
| scan0068 | Order for 24 high lift pumps for the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | 1263 To Roy. Rm/JBD.16/JH.28.10.36. Will you please order from the S.U. Co. 24 high lift pumps for the Phantom III. Piece No. D.75658 with air bottles D.75656/4. Rm/J.B.Dixon. | ||
| scan0069 | Requesting a bracket be fitted to the frame of 38-EX to carry a petrol pump. | ||
| View original record | 1263 To RHC. Rm/JBD.17/JH. 28.10.36. Will you please have a bracket fitted to the frame of 38-EX to carry the petrol pump to LeC.5191 with pipes to suit. The pump on the dash need not be fitted.… | ||
| scan0070 | Forwarding a copy of a letter written to Mr. Skinner of the S.U. Company. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from Rm. c. E. c. Sft. c. By. c. Roy. Y 1263 Rm.6/AP.28.10.36. Attached hereto is a copy of letter we have this day written to Mr.Skinner of the S.U.Company. Rm. | ||
| scan0071 | Letter to the S.U. Carburetter Co. confirming arrangements for replacing G.J. zinc base pump diaphragms. | ||
| View original record | Experimental Department 28th October 1936. Rm.5/AP. The S.U.Carburetter Co., East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM For the attention of Mr.Skinner. Dear Mr.Skinner, Confirming… | ||
| scan0072 | Letter discussing the testing and standardisation of silenced pumps and a diaphragm changeover. | ||
| View original record | -2- With regard to the silenced pumps, we note that you have despatched three fitted with the silencing washer, and we shall submit these to intensive testing as soon as they arrive. We are unable to… | ||
| scan0073 | Changeover, dispatch, and testing of S.U. pumps and diaphragms for various car models. | ||
| View original record | 1203 To Rm/JBD, from Rm. DIAPHRAGM CHANGEOVER - S.U. PUMPS. This is to confirm that you will be responsible for seeing that everything is done to expedite this change-over in conjunction with the S.U.… | ||
| scan0074 | Confirmation of sending a 25/30 HP S.U. Petrol Pump by Air Mail to Mr. Hamilton in France. | ||
| View original record | 1263 To H.F.Hamilton, Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. c. to G.W.H. - Cricklewood. Rn/JBD.19/JH.30.10.36. We are sending by Air Mail a 25/30 HP. S.U. Petrol Pump to be fitted to 22-G-V on… | ||
| scan0075 | Return of a High Lift petrol pump to the S.U. Company for repair. | ||
| View original record | x 1266 To Roy. c. to G/Mt. c. to D/BP. Rm/JBD. 20/JH. 30.10.36. We returned to the S.U. Company by hand yesterday One High Lift petrol pump. No. RB.1304 for repair. Rm/J.B.Dixon. | ||
| scan0076 | Bentley petrol pump and a 25/30 HP pump for a trials car. | ||
| View original record | 1263 To Sr. Rm/JBD.21/JH.30.36. We are despatching to you today by Air Mail :- One Bentley petrol pump for Mr. Balay's car as requested by Mr. Allen. We will send you the 25/30 H. pump for the Trials… | ||
| scan0077 | Order of a Bentley and a 25/30 HP petrol pump from the S.U. Co. | ||
| View original record | 01263 To Royk c. to C/JWH. Rm/JBD.16/JH.30.10.36. Will you please order from the S.U. Co., one Bentley and one 25/30 HP. petrol pump incorporating the silencing washers. This is in addition to the 2… | ||
| scan0078 | The stamping identification for modified petrol pumps. | ||
| View original record | 1263 To Mx. c. to Sft. c. to By. c. to Hd. For Depot Sheet. Rm/JBD.18/JH.30.10.36. Re Modification of Petrol Pumps. Pumps which have been modified with respect to Brass valves and clips and fitted… | ||
| scan0079 | The return of diaphragms and various pumps to the works for Mr. Funt of Franco Brittanic Autos. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. c. to D/BP. c. to G/Mt. 1265 Rm/JBD.15/JH.30.10.36. We have brought back to the Works by car 24 G-5 diaphragms for the attention of MR. Funt, of Franco Brittanic Autos, which he is taking back… | ||
| scan0080 | Letter to Benjamin Whittaker, Ltd. inquiring about the supply of a 'Mechanics' propeller shaft with specific performance requirements. | ||
| View original record | 1263 Rm/Gry.8/MA. 30th October, 1936. Benjamin Whittaker, Ltd., Victoria House, Vernon Place, London, W.C.1. Dear Sirs, We should be interested in trying one of the latest type "Mechanics" propeller… | ||
| scan0081 | Letter from The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd detailing test results for a new G.5 diaphragm material. | ||
| View original record | Dixon 1263 TELEGRAMS FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd PROPRIETORS: MORRIS MOTORS LTD. East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, Birmingham, 8. LORD NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN OLIVER… | ||
| scan0082 | Sending a Bentley petrol pump to Franco Brittanic Autos Ltd in Lyons. | ||
| View original record | To D/BP. c. to G/Mt. c. to Roy. x1263 Rm/JBD.4/JH.31.10.36. Following a request by Mr. Allen of the Paris Depot we are sending you a Bentley petrol pump obtained from the Repair Dept. to be sent Air… | ||
| scan0083 | Examination of a faulty petrol pump following a complaint from John Croall & Son, Edinburgh. | ||
| View original record | 1263 To Rm. Re: Complaint on GUL-58 - John Croall & Son, EDINBURGH. We have examined the petrol pump RB.1000. It had been returned as faulty from Scotland. The chauffeur had found the rollers gummed… | ||
| scan0084 | Petrol pump failure on a Phantom III and an urgent request for a replacement part. | ||
| View original record | 1263 To Rm. Cricklewood. Nov. 2nd, 1936. Phantom III. Petrol Pump failure. The Duke of Kents Phantom III was held up today due to pump failure. The driver managed by brutal force to get it to function… | ||
| scan0085 | Suggestion to fit two parallel petrol pumps on the Phantom III to resolve ongoing failures. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. c. to Rm. S 1263 Cricklewood, Nov. 2nd. 1936. Phantom III - Petrol Pump Failures. Owing to the increasing failure of pumps on Phantom III which strands the Owner, I suggest for the time being,… | ||
| scan0086 | Failure of a high lift pump on vehicle 35-EX. | ||
| View original record | X1263 To Hs. c. to E. c. to Bv. Rm/JBD5/GR.3.11.36. Re: High Lift Pump Failure on 35-EX. This pump was the second experimental pump obtained from the S.U. Company, and was fitted with a silencing… | ||
| scan0087 | Telex message arranging the collection of modified Bentley type pumps. | ||
| View original record | X1263 3.11.36. Harris, Flexcarb. Birmingham. PLEASE ARRANGE OUR NEXT COLLECTION. TOMORROW OF MODIFIED PUMPS TO BE MOSTLY BENTLEY TYPE. Dixon, Roycar. J/B Dixon | ||
| scan0088 | Letter to the S.U. Company Ltd. regarding the supply and modification of high lift pumps. | ||
| View original record | 1263 Exptl., Dept. Rm/HBD.21/JH. 3rd November, 1936. The S.U. Company Ltd., East Works, Adderley Park, Birmingham.8. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Sirs, With reference to the high lift pumps… | ||
| scan0089 | Development and production of petrol pumps for the 35-EX and Phantom III models. | ||
| View original record | X1263 S/W To Rm. from Sg. re Petrol Pumps - P.III. Sg2/E3.11.36 Copy to Hs.E. Referring to our discussion the other afternoon and the Test report of 35-EX for 28/29 October, I am wondering whether we… | ||
| scan0090 | Design and operational issues of petrol pumps. | ||
| View original record | Rm / X1263 Sgr and Hs. from E. E.3/HP.3.11.36.. Petrol Pumps. Since dictating E.1/HP.2.11.36, we have been doing some intensive work on the petrol pump question, and there has also been a discussion… | ||
| scan0091 | Benefits and implementation of a dual single pump system over a double pump, particularly concerning the Phantom III model. | ||
| View original record | (sheet 2) It is best to avoid the use of a tap, and to keep both pumps working, in which case there would be no difference between using two single pumps as compared with our present double pump,… | ||
| scan0092 | Letter to S.U. Company Ltd. regarding the failure of a Bentley lightened pump after a 73-hour test. | ||
| View original record | 21263 Exptl. Dept. Rm/JBD.35/JH. 4th November, 1936. The S.U. Company Ltd., East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Leslie Kent. Dear Sirs, We have… | ||
| scan0093 | Letter from The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders regarding alleged failures of petrol supply systems. | ||
| View original record | 1263 Telephone: Whitehall 7901 (6 lines) Telegrams: Movendum, Piccy, London The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders Limited. 83, Pall Mall London, S.W.1. Please address reply to Technical… | ||
| scan0094 | Letter from The Automobile Association regarding complaints of fuel stoppages due to vapour lock. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y THE AUTOMOBILE ASSOCIATION, Fanum House, New Coventry Street, London, W.1. N.483. FN/C/DT. 26th October, 1936. The Secretary, Society of Motor Manufacturers & Traders, Ltd., 83, Pall Mall,… | ||
| scan0095 | More accessible, alternative position for the petrol pump on the Phantom III model. | ||
| View original record | X1263 Sg. from Rm. Rm9/GR.4.11.36. Re: PETROL PUMP on P.III. Replying to Sg2/E3.11.36., E. has suggested an alternative position for petrol pumps under the front tray, where they are much more… | ||
| scan0096 | Arranging a visit for Colonel Roberts and Mr Ward of Park Ward's to Derby. | ||
| View original record | X1286 Rm. c.Hs.EV. E.6/HP.4.11.36. Colonel Roberts and Mr Ward of Park Ward's are anxious to pay a visit to Derby, and we have arranged for them to be up here on Wednesday, November 11th. E. | ||
| scan0097 | Petrol pump schemes and mounting for the Phantom III and 25/30 models. | ||
| View original record | COPY. Rmd from Hs. X1263 To Sg. from E. c. to Hs. E.1/HP.5.11.36. Re Petrol Pumps. Replying to your memo. Sg.5/E.4.11.36, we have not shut the door on a stand-by pump scheme for the Ph.III, and by… | ||
| scan0098 | Petrol pump schemes, including single, dual, or triple pump configurations and mounting on various car models. | ||
| View original record | COPY. R'vd from Hs 1263 To E. from Sg. c. to Hs. Sg5/E.4.11.36. Re Petrol Pumps. I am sorry to see from E.3/HP.3.11.36 that the entirely separate pump scheme cannot be recommended Two single pumps… | ||
| scan0099 | Scheme to simplify the changing over of petrol pumps on Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | Sg. c. Rm. c. E. c. Hs. c. Mx. c. Hd. c. JLE. X1763 BY4/W.5.11.36. BENTLEY PETROL PUMP. The scheme for simplifying the changing over of petrol pumps on the Bentley chassis has been rigged up by the… | ||
| scan0100 | Order be placed with the S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. for a Bentley dual petrol pump. | ||
| View original record | 12631 S Roy. c. to JWH. Rm4/R.9.11.36. Will you please pass an order to the S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. for:- 1 Bentley dual petrol pump complete with fittings. Rm. | ||
| scan0101 | Confirming payment for a Bentley Dual Petrol pump. | ||
| View original record | 81263 G/Cam/CA. Rm.4/R.9.11.36. Referring to your memo G/Cam/CA.28/WP.4.11.36., we agree that the Bentley Dual Petrol pump mentioned therein should be paid for, and have sent Roy. the necessary… | ||
| scan0102 | Modifications to the petrol filter on the second crossmember for cost-saving purposes. | ||
| View original record | 1263 Rm PY/O.He. from Sft. DIXON - What do you think of this Sft.2/MW.9.11.36. Rm. SUGGESTIONS FOR MODIFICATION TO PETROL FILTER ON SECOND CROSSMEMBER - SECTION 7140. Following up our discussion a few… | ||
| scan0103 | Blueprint showing a suggested modification to a petrol filter for the Phantom III, 25/30HP & Wraith models. | ||
| View original record | NICKEL DEPOSIT LEAVE UNPOLISHED .015 TO .025 CLEARANCE LIMIT - 5 ON DIA BODY NOT TO BE ENAMELLED. SANDBLAST AND PAINT ONLY. ALTERNATE SUGGESTION IS TO HAVE BODY AS DIXTAMPO. FITTINGS SIMILAR TO… | ||
| scan0104 | Order for one Bentley Dual Pressure Pump from the S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 403J 1263 Roy. C. to JWH. Rm4/R.9.11.36. Will you please pass an order to the S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. for:- 1 Bentley Dual Pressure Pump complete with fittings. Rm. | ||
| scan0105 | Request to have pipes fitted to a petrol pump rig according to an attached sketch. | ||
| View original record | 1263 HPS. Rm/JBD.14/R.10.11.36. Will you please have the pipes fitted to the petrol pump rig which I have sent into the Shop, to the attached sketch. Rm/JBD. | ||
| scan0106 | Follow-up letter to Superflexit Ltd. regarding the failure of a flexible petrol pipe and promised samples. | ||
| View original record | 254 1263, Experimental Department 11th November 1936 Rm/JBD.20/AP. Messrs The Superflexit Ltd., Trading Estate, SLOUGH, Bucks. For the attention of Mr.Trounson. Dear Sirs, When you paid us a visit in… | ||
| scan0107 | Letter from a supplier regarding flexible petrol pipes, following up on a visit and previous correspondence. | ||
| View original record | 1263 SUPERFLEXIT LTD DIRECTORS R. ST G. BURKE. W.H.GRINT. A.C.KERR. O.B.E. H.M.MAYO. M.I.M.T. I.P.RIDDOCH. W.R. TOMLINSON. SIR NORMAN J. WATSON Bart. MANUFACTURERS OF FLEXIBLE TUBING CONTRACTORS TO… | ||
| scan0108 | Letter from the Experimental Department requesting the supply of needles with specified dimensions from The S.U. Company. | ||
| View original record | 1263 Experimental Department 14th November 1936. Rm/CTS.5/AP. Messrs The S.U.Company., East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM 8 For the attention of Mr.Cooper. Dear Sirs, Will you… | ||
| scan0109 | Improvements and tests for the S.U. petrol pump on the Phantom III model. | ||
| View original record | 1263 To E. from Rm. Hs. Rm.27/AP.18.11.36. S.U. PETROL PUMP. We have not got much margin on the P.III. with the pump fitted with the new diaphragms. The two improvements we want to make as soon as we… | ||
| scan0110 | Comparison of G.1 and G.3 material diaphragms, tested with and without air bottles on a pump. | ||
| View original record | To E. from Rm/JBD. Hs. COMPARISON BETWEEN THE G.1. & G.3. material diaphragms with and without air bottles. The pump was fitted up with filter and standard length of suction pipe as on the Phantom… | ||
| scan0111 | Analysis of petrol flow restriction and pump delivery in relation to temperature for the Phantom III fuel system. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/JBD.28/AP.18.11.36. The restriction through the carburetter needle valve was measured in terms of inches of petrol above the pump and the quantity passed through the valve plotted against… | ||
| scan0112 | Performance graph for the Phantom III S.U. pump with a 30-inch suction lift using ethyl petrol. | ||
| View original record | Nº I GRAPH. 10.11.36. PHANTOM III S.U PUMP 30 INCHES SUCTION LIFT ETHYL PETROL DELIVERY IN PNTS PER HOUR DELIVERY HEAD OF PETROL IN INCHES G.I DOUBLE PUMP WITH AIR BOTTLES G.I DOUBLE PUMP G.I SINGLE… | ||
| scan0113 | Graph plotting pump delivery performance in pints per hour against the head of petrol for a Phantom III engine. | ||
| View original record | Nº2 GRAPH., G.3. PUMP DELIVERY WITH AIR BOTTLES., NEEDLE VALVE FULL OPEN .10 OFF SEAT, NEEDLE VALVE .050 OFF SEAT, G.3. DELIVERY NO AIR BOTTLES PUMPING IN STEP., PHANTOM III MAX. CONSUMPTION, NEEDLE… | ||
| scan0114 | Graph showing fuel pump delivery and head loss in a carburetter system for a Phantom III engine. | ||
| View original record | Nº 3 GRAPH 14.11.36 TOTAL LOSS HEAD FROM PUMP INTO CARBURETTER NEEDLE FULLY OPEN G.3 PUMP DELIVERY WITH AIR BOTTLES PUMPING IN STEP NEEDLE HALF OPEN PHANTOM III MAX. CONSUMPTION PINTS PER HOUR. HEAD… | ||
| scan0115 | The return of faulty pumps from the Test Dept. to the S.U. Company for repair. | ||
| View original record | 1263 To G/Mt. from Rm/JBD. Rm/JBD.19/AP.18.11.36 We have returned the following faulty pumps from the Test Dept. to the S.U. Company for repair:- Nos. G.5, 2. G.5, 24. RB.77. RB.420. RB.980. Rm/JBD. | ||
| scan0116 | Trial of quiet petrol pumps on six selected customer cars. | ||
| View original record | 1263 JBD. c. to GWH. Rm3/R.19.11.36. QUIET PETROL PUMPS. We have discussed with Hancock the question of quiet petrol pumps. We must put these into the hands of the public. We, therefore, recommend… | ||
| scan0117 | Official order for 6 needles marked L.B.2 from the S.U. Co. of Birmingham. | ||
| View original record | 1263 To Roy. from Rm/CTS. c. to G/JWH. Rm/CTS.17/AP.19.11.36. Will you please send an official order to the S.U. Co. of Birmingham for 6 needles marked L.B.2. These have been ordered by letter.… | ||
| scan0118 | Letter from Superflexit Ltd. regarding the dispatch of six samples of new tubing for testing. | ||
| View original record | 25-1 1263 File SUPERFLEXIT LTD DIRECTORS R. ST G. BURKE. W. H. GRINT. A. C. KERR. O.B.E. H. T. MAYO. M.A., M.I.P.T. I. P. RIDDOCH. W. R. TROUNSON. SIR NORMAN J. WATSON BART. MANUFACTURERS OF FLEXIBLE… | ||
| scan0119 | Letter from Superflexit Ltd. regarding the despatch of six tubes with new internal construction for testing. | ||
| View original record | J.B.Dixon 1263 SUPERFLEXIT LTD DIRECTORS R.ST G.BURKE. W.H.GRINT. A.C.KERR. O.B.E. H.T.MAYO. M.A.,M.I.P.T. I.P.RIDDOCH. W.R.TROUNSON. SIR NORMAN J.WATSON BART. MANUFACTURERS OF FLEXIBLE TUBING… | ||
| scan0120 | Letter to T.C. Skinner of The S.U. Company regarding a drawing of a starting carburetter. | ||
| View original record | 1263 (Experimental Dept.) Rm14/R. 23rd November, 1936. T.C. Skinner, Esq., The S.U. Company, East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM. 8. Dear Skinner, Herewith copy of letter of… | ||
| scan0121 | Letter to The S.U. Company Ltd. regarding testing, modifications, and requirements for silenced petrol pumps. | ||
| View original record | 1263 Experimental Dept. Rm/JBD.3/JH. 23rd November, 1936. The S.U. Company Ltd., East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park. BIRMINGHAM.8. For the attention of Mr. Leslie. Kent. Dear Sirs, With… | ||
| scan0122 | Page 2 of a letter discussing testing alternatives for an armature. | ||
| View original record | -2- with the existing armature and also one with a reduced armature giving greater clearance as you suggested. They could then be tested simultaneously and if the chromium distance pieces fail we… | ||
| scan0123 | Letter from The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd discussing modifications and progress on high lift, high pressure, and silence pumps. | ||
| View original record | 1263 Dixon TELEGRAMS FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd PROPRIETORS: MORRIS MOTORS LTD. LORD NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN OLIVER BODEN, O.B.E. MANAGING DIRECTOR STATION ADDERLEY PARK L.M.& S.RY… | ||
| scan0124 | Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. about experimental work on pumps, specifically addressing valve noise and lift. | ||
| View original record | THE S.U. CARBURETTER CO. LTD. CONTINUATION No...... 2. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. 6 volts with the original arrangement of a deep recess in the armature. So far we have had better results by shifting… | ||
| scan0125 | Modifications to S.U. petrol pumps, specifically the changeover of diaphragms. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten top] F14E 1263. Hd I sent Punt to the S.U. works to save cost of sending a lot of pumps to Crewe Levallois Rm DERBY copy to Rm. re: Modifications to S.U. PUMPS With reference to Depot… | ||
| scan0126 | Instructions and suggestions for the re-assembly and testing of the S.U. Petrol Pump on the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | 81203 To By. from Rm/JBD. File Rm/JBD.13/AP.26.11.36. RE: INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE S.U. PETROL PUMP ON THE PHANTOM III. We agree with Mr.Kent's suggestion regarding the paragraph on Page.5. We do not,… | ||
| scan0127 | Troubleshooting instructions for a pump's contact breaker and magnet winding. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/JBD.13/AP.26.11.36. in contact there may be dirt between the points. These should be wiped clean. If the pump still refuses to work there must be a fault in the magnet winding or connections on… | ||
| scan0128 | Inquiry about the reliability of an 'Autoflux' petrol pump used on a Hispano Suissa. | ||
| View original record | S/W Rm.....from C. A friend of mine who runs an Hispano Suissa and who has heard of certain petrol pump troubles we have had, says that the petrol pump on his Hispano Suissa, which is some six years… | ||
| scan0129 | Letter to The SU Company Ltd. discussing test results and issues with high lift pumps. | ||
| View original record | 1263 Experimental Dept. Rm/JBD .4/JH. 28th November, 1936. The SU.Company Ltd., East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Leslie Kent. Dear Sirs, We thank… | ||
| scan0130 | The second page of a typed letter regarding the production and delivery of silent pumps. | ||
| View original record | -2- and it should then go straight on to production if it is all right. We hope to receive delivery of silent pumps on order next week. Yours faithfully, FOR ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. | ||
| scan0131 | The return of an experimental petrol pump to S.U. Company for repair and examination. | ||
| View original record | 1263 Mt. from Rm/JBD. Rm/JBD5/R.30.11.36. I have returned by hand to S.U. Company one experimental petrol pump No. EX2 for repair and examination. Rm/JBD. | ||
| scan0132 | S.U. pump body casting brought to the works for experimental purposes on the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | 1263 To G/Mt. Rm/JBD.9/JH.1.12.36. I have brought back to the works one S.U. pump body casting for experimental purposes on the Phantom III. Rm/J.B.Dixon. | ||
| scan0133 | Modification to the valves on an S.U. petrol pump to resolve issues with noise and unsteady delivery. | ||
| View original record | 1263 To E. from Rm/JBD. c. to Hs. c. to By. d. to Rm/GWH. Rm/JBD.16/AP.2.12.36. MODIFICATION TO VALVES ON S.U. PETROL PUMP. Since brass valves were fitted to the pumps there has been a good deal of… | ||
| scan0134 | Cover note for a list of S.U. petrol pumps removed from Bentley chassis during the month of November. | ||
| View original record | 1263 K/W. Hs/JBD. K/KC/DPB/3.12.36. I attach a complete list of the S.U.petrol pumps removed from Bentley chassis during the month of November. K/KC. ENCLOSURE. | ||
| scan0135 | List of S.U. petrol pumps removed from Bentley chassis with associated complaints for November 1936. | ||
| View original record | Hs/JBD/.6/KW W/Kingsbury. 2 nd: December 1936. We give below a complete list of S.U. petrol pumps removed from Bentley chassis during the month of November 1936, and where possible, the owner's… | ||
| scan0136 | Unsuitability of the Autoflux petrol pump for the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | W/S. To C. from Rm. 1263 Rm.2/AP.4.12.36. PETROL PUMPS. Thank you for C.1/C.27.11.36. We obtained one of the Autoflux pumps which you mention about three years ago from Paris. It is certainly a very… | ||
| scan0137 | Short note of thanks regarding a communication about Autoflux petrol pumps. | ||
| View original record | 1263 S/W Rm. C5/C7.12.36 PETROL PUMPS. ------- Thanks for your Rm2/AP4.12.36 regarding the Autoflux pumps. C. | ||
| scan0138 | Letter to the S.U. Company Co. Ltd. regarding induction pipes and carburetters for the 25/30 HP and Bentley models. | ||
| View original record | 8 1263 Experimental Dept. Rm/JBD..4/JH. 7th December, 1936. The S.U. Company Co.Ltd., East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, Birmingham .8. For the attention of Mr. Leslie Kent. Dear Sirs,… | ||
| scan0139 | The decision to use a screw nozzle in the tool kit rather than adopting a tilted outside petrol filler. | ||
| View original record | 24 1263 Rm/JBD. from Rm. Rm11/R.9.12.36. OUTSIDE PETROL FILLERS. It has been decided that the outside petrol filler tilted does not offer sufficient advantage to be worth while adopting, and that the… | ||
| scan0140 | Follow-up letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding the testing of 'Gaskoid' Jointing Washers for a petrol gauge tank unit. | ||
| View original record | 105 DIXON- 1283 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY ENGINEERING ALLIED EMPLOYERS NATIONAL FEDERATION 1896 TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON.… | ||
| scan0141 | Letter from The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding experiments with pumps and silencing washers. | ||
| View original record | 1263 TELEGRAMS FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd PROPRIETORS: MORRIS MOTORS LTD. LORD NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN OLIVER BODEN, O.B.E. MANAGING DIRECTOR STATION ADDERLEY PARK L.M.& S.RY East… | ||
| scan0142 | Letter to Messrs. S. Smith & Sons Ltd. regarding a test on a tank unit with Gaskorid washers. | ||
| View original record | 357 1263 Experimental Dept. Rm/JBD.5/JH. 15th December, 1936. Messrs. S.Smith & Sons Ltd., Cricklewood Works, London.N.W.2. For the attention of Mr. Russell. Dear Sirs, We have not yet completed a… | ||
| scan0143 | Enquiry to James Grose Ltd. about the supply of petrol tin pourers. | ||
| View original record | 3ST 1263 Experimental Dept. Rm/JBD.3/JH. 15th December, 1936. Messrs. James Grose Ltd., 379-381 Euston Road, Great Portland Street, London. N.W.1. Dear Sirs, We are writing to enquire if you supply… | ||
| scan0144 | Letter to The S.U. Company regarding leaking Bentley petrol pumps. | ||
| View original record | 12.63 Experimental Department 17th December 1936. Rm/JBD.17/AP. The S.U. Company, East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM 8 For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Sirs, We have had… | ||
| scan0145 | Letter to Superflexit Ltd. regarding the testing of flexible petrol pipes on Bentley and Phantom III cars. | ||
| View original record | 254 1263 Experimental Dept. Rm/JBD.16/JH. 18th December, 1936. Messrs. Superflexit Ltd., Trading Estate, Slough, Bucks. For the attention of Mr. Trounson. Dear Sirs, With regard to the samples of… | ||
| scan0146 | Letter from The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd regarding the careful testing of their pumps. | ||
| View original record | TELEGRAMS FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. LORD NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN OLIVER BODEN, O.B.E. MANAGING DIRECTOR STATION ADDERLEY PARK L.M.& S.RY 1263 The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd PROPRIETORS: MORRIS MOTORS LTD. East… | ||
| scan0147 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd regarding Gaskoid Washers. | ||
| View original record | DIXON 1263 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY BY APPOINTMENT TO HIS MAJESTY THE KING THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS LTD TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES) TELEGRAMS:… | ||
| scan0148 | Return of three Bentley petrol pumps to Kingsbury after repair. | ||
| View original record | 1263 To G/Mt. Rm/JBD.11/JH.18.12.36. I have returned the three Bentley petrol pumps Nos. RB.1443, RB.1358 and RB.234 to Kingsbury. These were sent to us for examination and repair. Rm/J.B.Dixon. | ||
| scan0149 | Request to despatch three Bentley petrol pumps to Kingsbury for examination and repair. | ||
| View original record | 1263 To HPS/WSC. Rm/JBD.12/JH.18.12.36. Will you please despatch the three Bentley petrol pumps Nos. RB.1443, 1358 and 234 to Kingsbury. They have been sent here for examination and repair.… | ||
| scan0150 | Return of three Bentley petrol pumps and the investigation of leaks with the S.U. Company. | ||
| View original record | 1263 W/K. Rm/JBD.10/JH.18.12.36. I am returning to you to-day the three Bentley petrol pumps sent me for repair and examination Nos. RB.1443. RB.1358 and RB.234. I have taken up this question of leaks… | ||
| scan0151 | Letter from Angus & Co Ltd discussing samples of 'Gaco' diaphragm material and tubing. | ||
| View original record | TELEGRAMS: ANGUSTATE, ALD, LONDON ESTD. 1790. TELEPHONE: AVENUE 5176 ANGUS OIL SEALS TECHNICAL LEATHER MOTOR AND ENGINEERING PRODUCTS GEORGE ANGUS & CO LTD 7, BURY STREET, ST MARY AXE, LONDON, E.C.3.… | ||
| scan0152 | Continuation sheet from George Angus & Co. Ltd. regarding the supply of tubing. | ||
| View original record | GEORGE ANGUS & Co. LTD. -2- CONTINUATION SHEET. We shall be glad to supply further Tubing on request. Yours faithfully, GEORGE ANGUS & CO.LTD [SIGNATURE] H.E.BECK. OIL SEAL DEPT. ENCLS. [WATERMARK:… | ||
| scan0153 | Letter to Superflexit Ltd. regarding the testing of flexible petrol pipes on Bentley and Phantom III cars. | ||
| View original record | 251 1263 Experimental Dept. Rm/JBD.1/JH. 19th December, 1936. Messrs. Superflexit Ltd., Trading Estate, Slough, Bucks. For the attention of Mr. Trounson. Dear Sirs, With regard to the samples of… | ||
| scan0154 | Requesting an order for a petrol pourer for experimental use. | ||
| View original record | D 2-51 1263 Roy. from Rm/JBD. c. G/JWH. Rm/JBD1/R.23.12.36. Will you please order from James Grose Ltd. 379-381 Euston Road, London, N.W.1. one Jagrose Flexible Petrol Pourer No.462, price 2/6d. This… | ||
| scan0155 | Extract from a letter received from the Rover Co. regarding issues with A.C. Fuel Pumps. | ||
| View original record | 1263 23.12.36. EXTRACT FROM LETTER RECEIVED FROM THE ROVER CO. dated 29th. Oct. A.C. Fuel Pumps. 110 of these have been returned to the makers during the past twelve months. They were taken from cars… | ||
| scan0156 | Letter to George Angus & Co. Ltd. regarding variations in the thickness of a sample Gaco sheet and diaphragms. | ||
| View original record | 25̶0̶ 1263 Experimental Dept. Rm/JBD.9/JH. 31st December, 1936, Messrs. George Angus & Co.Ltd., 7, Bury Street, St. Mary's Axe, London.E.C.3. For the attention of Mr. Beck. Dear Sirs, We thank you for… | ||
| scan0157 | Bringing six diaphragm assemblies from the S.U. Co. to the Works for experimental purposes. | ||
| View original record | 1263 To Roy. c. to G/Mt. c. to G/JWH. Rm/JBD.20/JH.4.1.37. I have brought back to the Works from the S.U. Co. six diaphragm assemblies for experimental purposes. Rm/J.B.Dixon. | ||
| scan0158 | Letter from George Angus & Co Ltd concerning a sample of 'Gaco' sheet and the supply of diaphragm material. | ||
| View original record | TELEGRAMS: ANGUSTATE, ALD, LONDON ESTD. 1790. TELEPHONE: AVENUE 5176 126J ANGUS OIL SEALS TECHNICAL LEATHER MOTOR AND ENGINEERING PRODUCTS GEORGE ANGUS & CO LTD 7. BURY STREET, ST MARY AXE, LONDON,… | ||
| scan0159 | The failure of a petrol pump on vehicle B-23-AE, caused by worn brass distance pieces. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. Z.1263 Rm/JBD.13/JH.5.1.37. Report on the Failure of the Petrol Pump on B-23-AE. These pumps were fitted with G-3 diaphragms on 14.8.36. since when the car has done 8510 miles at the same time… | ||
| scan0160 | The failure of a petrol pump on vehicle B-23-AE due to worn brass distance pieces. | ||
| View original record | P1040 To Rm. Rm/JBD.13/JH.5.1.37. Report on the Failure of the Petrol Pump on B-23-AE. These pumps were fitted with G-3 diaphragms on 14.8.36. since when the car has done 8510 miles at the same time… | ||
| scan0161 | Requesting the fitting of trial switches for petrol pumps into the instrument boards of experimental cars 36 and 38-EX. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. [handwritten: 1263] Rm/JBD.10/JH.8.1.37. Will you please arrange to have the trial switches for the petrol pumps fitted in the instrument board of 36 and 38-EX while they are in the shop. I… | ||
| scan0162 | The satisfactory performance of a special petrol pump fitted to the Paris Trial's car. | ||
| View original record | 1263. HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. 9th January 1937. Rm/GWH/I2/JAB. To. Rm. c. Rm/J.B.Dixon. PETROL PUMPS. The special pump fitted to the Paris Trial's car has not given the slightest… | ||
| scan0163 | Request for detailed costs on S.U. Co. petrol pump parts, proposing a change from stainless steel to nickel-plated brass. | ||
| View original record | To E/LID. 1263 Rm/JBD..16/JH.9.1.37. Will you please let me have a detailed cost of the parts we supply to the S.U. Co. for our petrol pumps. We are suggesting replacing the stainless steel with brass… | ||
| scan0164 | Faulty Bakelite cover for an S.U. Pump returned from Lillie Hall. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. from Rm/JBD. J-1263. Rm/JBD.3/AP.13.1.37. Rm. has asked me to send you the attached Bakelite cover for an S.U.Pump which has been returned from Lillie Hall. These are made and inspected in the… | ||
| scan0165 | Inquiring about the progress of fitting and testing an extra petrol pump for the Phantom III model. | ||
| View original record | 1263. S/W To Rm. from Sg. re Extra Petrol Pump for P.III. Sg11/E18.1.37 Could you please tell me how this matter is progressing from the point of view of getting it fitted up and tested. I understand… | ||
| scan0166 | Letter to S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding progress on quieting petrol pumps. | ||
| View original record | J 1263 Experimental Department January 19th,1937. 'Rm/JBD.3/AP. The S.U.Carburetter Co.Ltd., East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM 8. For the attention of Mr.Leslie Kent. Dear… | ||
| scan0167 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding their inability to trace the receipt of a tank attachment. | ||
| View original record | 105 1263 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY BY APPOINTMENT TO HIS MAJESTY THE KING ENGINEERING & ALLIED EMPLOYERS' NATIONAL FEDERATION TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES) TELEGRAMS:… | ||
| scan0168 | The supply and fitting of petrol pump switches. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/JBD. Rm/JBD.9/AP.22.1.37. PETROL PUMP SWITCHES. Herewith one dozen switches and engraved plates. Will you please arrange that these are fitted to all cars as they come in the Shop. I… | ||
| scan0169 | Letter to S. Smith & Sons regarding a delayed and leaky petrol tank unit. | ||
| View original record | 257 1263 Experimental Department 23rd. January 1937. Rm/JBD.4/AP. Messrs S.Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd., Cricklewood Works, LONDON N.W.2. For the attention of Mr.Russell. Dear Sirs, With… | ||
| scan0170 | Faulty Bentley carburetter pot returned to the S.U. Co. for alteration and replacement. | ||
| View original record | To D/BP. c. to G/Mtn; Rm/JBD.12/JH.26.1.37. I returned to the S.U. Co. yesterday one faulty Bentley carburetter pot for their alteration. This should be replaced free of charge. Rm/J.B.Dixon. | ||
| scan0171 | Letter to S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. about supplying an automatic starting carburetter for a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | 1263 Experimental Dept. Rm/JBD.11/JH. 26th January, 1937. The S.U. Carburetter Co.Ltd., East Works, Bordlesley Green Road, Adderley Park, Birmingham.8. For the attention of Mr. Skidner. Dear Sirs,… | ||
| scan0172 | Letter to the S.U. Company discussing fitting issues with a 25/30.HP downdraught carburetter and plans to test a Bentley thermostarter. | ||
| View original record | 1263 Experimental Department January 29th.1937. Rm/JBD.4/AP. The S.U. Company, East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM 8. For the attention of Mr.Skinner. Dear Sirs, We thank you… | ||
| scan0173 | Sticking piston in S.U. Bentley carburetters caused by a badly made pot. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Rm/JBD. Mx. STICKING PISTON ON THE S.U. BENTLEY CARBURETTERS OWING TO BADLY MADE POT. We returned one of the faulty carburetter suction pot and piston to the S.U. Company and showed it to… | ||
| scan0174 | The despatch of an experimental petrol pump to the S.U. Company for modification and repair. | ||
| View original record | To HPS/WSC&.from Rm/JBD. 1263 Rm/JBD.14/AP.1.2.37. Will you please despatch to the S.U. Company, for the attention of Mr. Leslie Kent, one experimental Petrol Pump EX.3., for modification and repair.… | ||
| scan0175 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons detailing the examination of a faulty Tank Unit, model T.A.248. | ||
| View original record | 105 1263 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY ENGINEERING AND ALLIED EMPLOYERS' NATIONAL FEDERATION 1896 BY APPOINTMENT TO HIS MAJESTY THE KING TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES)… | ||
| scan0176 | Letter to The S.U. Carburetter Company regarding modifications to a high-pressure pump for a Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | J 1263 Experimental Department 1st. February 1937. Rm/JBD.15/AP. The S.U. Carburetter Company, East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. Leslie Kent. Dear… | ||
| scan0177 | Notice explaining the operation of the three-way switch for the S.U. petrol pumps. | ||
| View original record | W/S. Cx. from Rm/JBD. 1263 Rm/JBD.6/R.29.1.37. The Three-way Switch for the S.U. Petrol Pumps. The Rolls-Royce S.U. pump consists of two separate pumps combined for convenience into a single pump, and… | ||
| scan0178 | Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding an overhauled high-pressure pump and a delay on spare parts. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM EAST 1171. 1263 THE S.U. CARBURETTER CO. LTD. PROPRIETORS:- MORRIS MOTORS. LTD. TELEGRAMS: FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. LORD NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN OLIVER BODEN, O.B.E. VICE-CHAIRMAN… | ||
| scan0179 | Cylinder wear caused by strong fuel mixtures from S.U. carburettors during cold starts. | ||
| View original record | H13 .1263 25 RUE GIDE. LEVALLOIS-PERRET. Seine. France. Rm/GWH/7/JAB. 6th February 1937. To. Rm. I have received your memo. Rm/I5/R.4.2.37. With regard to the mixture controls on the Bentley, I did… | ||
| scan0180 | Return of a high pressure petrol pump (EX3) and six diaphragm assemblies from the S.U. Company. | ||
| View original record | 1263 To G/Mt. c. to D/BP. Rm/JBD.10/JH.8.2.37. I have brought back to the works one high pressure petrol pump (EX3) which was sent to the S.U. Company for re air. Also six special diaphragm assemblies… | ||
| scan0181 | Letter to the S.U. Company inquiring about diaphragm pump assemblies, pricing, and life expectancy. | ||
| View original record | X 1263 (Experimental Dept.) Rm/JBD7/M 9th February, 1937. The S.U. Company, East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM, 8. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Following your… | ||
| scan0182 | Letter requesting a standard double pump body with brass plugs for a cost-saving evaluation. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - 9.2.37. We should also be very much obliged if you would send us one of your standard double pump bodies with Brass Plugs with a view to using this on the high pressure pump in the Frame where… | ||
| scan0183 | The routine replacement of S.U. petrol pump diaphragms. | ||
| View original record | Hd. from Rm. W/N - Br. W/P - Sr. c. to Hs. 126/3 Rm3/R.9.2.37. S.U. PETROL PUMPS. Experience has shown that petrol pump diaphragms must be considered as having a definitely limited life. The only… | ||
| scan0184 | Letter to Angus Oil Seals Ltd. following up on a promised supply of sample diaphragms. | ||
| View original record | (Experimental Dept.) 1263 Rm/JBD3/M 10th February, 1937. Angus Oil Seals Ltd., 7 Bury Street, St. Mary's Avenue, LONDON. E.C.3. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Beck. With reference to your letter… | ||
| scan0185 | Letter from The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. discussing diaphragm assembly pricing, lifespan, and sending a sample pump body. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM EAST 1171. TELEGRAMS: FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. THE S.U. CARBURETTER CO. LTD. PROPRIETORS:- MORRIS MOTORS LTD. LORD NUFFIELD, CHAIRMAN OLIVER BODEN, O.B.E., VICE-CHAIRMAN T. C.… | ||
| scan0186 | Authorizing payment to Mr. Allen White for a supplied stoneguard. | ||
| View original record | 1263 Roy from Rm/JBD Rm/JBD6/M.11.2.37. With reference to G/Cam/CA.18/JM9.2.37, this stoneguard has been supplied by Mr. Allen White on my instructions and should be paid for. Rm/JBD. | ||
| scan0187 | Letter to the S.U. Company proposing a design change for the magnet pot on a high pressure pump. | ||
| View original record | (Experimental Dept.) 1263. Rm/JBDs/M. 13th February, 1937. The S.U. Company, East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM. 8. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Leslie Kent. We should… | ||
| scan0188 | Letter from The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding a design suggestion and potential construction methods. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM EAST 1171. TELEGRAMS: FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. SU 1263. THE S.U. CARBURETTER CO. LTD. PROPRIETORS:- MORRIS MOTORS LTD LORD NUFFIELD, CHAIRMAN OLIVER BODEN, O.B.E., VICE-CHAIRMAN… | ||
| scan0189 | Letter from George Angus & Co Ltd regarding the experimental production and supply of 'Gaco' diaphragm samples. | ||
| View original record | TELEGRAMS: ANGUSTATE, ALD, LONDON ESTD. 1790. 1263 TELEPHONE: AVENUE 5176 ANGUS OIL SEALS TECHNICAL LEATHER MOTOR AND ENGINEERING PRODUCTS GEORGE ANGUS & CO LTD 7. BURY STREET. ST MARY AXE, LONDON,… | ||
| scan0190 | Works chemist's report discussing petrol-related corrosion and gumming issues on tank attachment parts. | ||
| View original record | COPY OF MR. FRANKLINS(WORKS CHEMIST) REPORT dated. '17. 2. 37. (1) As suggested by Mr. West, of Rolls Royce Ltd., I interviewed Mr.F.R.Banks and discussed the subject of petrols and liquid fuels and… | ||
| scan0191 | Request to manufacture two cast iron magnet pots for a high-pressure S.U. petrol pump. | ||
| View original record | 1263 To HPS. Rm/JBD.7/JH.17.2.37. Will you please arrange to have two magnet pots for the high pressure S.U. petrol pump made in cast iron to the attached drawing. These are intended to replace the… | ||
| scan0192 | Letter from H.M. Hobson Components Ltd. requesting a progress update on the installation of a Hobson K-S Electric Telegage. | ||
| View original record | CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. REGISTERED OFFICES & WORKS, 47-55,… | ||
| scan0193 | Letter acknowledging a sample of Gaco-impregnated fabric for testing purposes. | ||
| View original record | 126 3 Experimental Dept. RM/JBD.7/JH. 18th February, 1937. Messrs. George Angus & Co.Ltd., 7. Bury Street, St. Mary Axe, London.E.C.3. For the attention of Mr. Beck. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your… | ||
| scan0194 | Design for a petrol feed connection using an Enots olive joint. | ||
| View original record | To E/LID. 126/3 Rm/JBD.7/JH.18.2.37. PETROL FEED CONNECTION. USING ENOTS OLIVE JOINT LEC.5513. In this design for use of an olive joint it shows an enots joint Z4 or 18 screwed into a brass fitting on… | ||
| scan0195 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding an investigation into a sticky residue found on tank units. | ||
| View original record | 105 1263 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY S.SMITH & SONS (Motor Accessories) Ltd CRICKLEWOOD WORKS LONDON, N.W.2 TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE,… | ||
| scan0196 | Request for G5 diaphragm assemblies for endurance testing and a discussion on material samples. | ||
| View original record | (Experimental Dept.) 1263 Rm/JBD12/M 19th February, 1937. The S.U. Company Ltd., East Works, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM, 8. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Leslie Kent. We should be obliged if you… | ||
| scan0197 | Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding issues with GACO diaphragm material and faulty G5 pumps. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM EAST 1171. TELEGRAMS: FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. THE S.U. CARBURETTER CO. LTD. PROPRIETORS:- MORRIS MOTORS LTD LORD NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN OLIVER BODEN, O.B.E. VICE-CHAIRMAN BORDESLEY… | ||
| scan0198 | Query on a stone guard from supplier Allen White, requesting a G/R sheet to clear an invoice. | ||
| View original record | 8 1263 G/MT from Rm/JBD Rm/JBD17/M.22.2.37. I have received a query regarding a stone guard supplied by Allen White. I brought this back to the Works so will you please issue a G/R sheet to enable… | ||
| scan0199 | Letter to H.M. Hobson Components Ltd. giving initial feedback on a sample KS Electric Gauge. | ||
| View original record | 8 1263. (Experimental Dept.) Rm/JBD13/M. 23rd February, 1937. H.M. Hobson Componets Ltd., 47-55 The Vale, Acton, LONDON, W.3. For the attention of Mr. Reigate. Dear Sir, In reply to your query of the… | ||
| scan0200 | Letter from H.M. Hobson Components Ltd. responding to feedback on an Electric Gauge. | ||
| View original record | 1267 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. H.M. HOBSON (AIRCRAFT AND… | ||
| scan0201 | Investigation into the failure of S.U. petrol pumps on a Bentley, attributing the issue to poor quality diaphragm cloth and the use of Discol fuel. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Gry from Rm/JBD Rm/JBD1/M.26.2.37. S.U. Petrol Pumps on Mr. Lappin's Bentley. ---------------------------------------- These pumps were fitted here on the 10th September last year, since when the… | ||
| scan0202 | Letter to The S.U. Company Ltd. concerning the fitting of a Thermo Starter to a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | 8 1263 (Experimental Dept.) Rm/JBD.6/M 26th February, 1937. The S.U. Company Ltd., East Works, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM, 8. For the attention of Mr. Leslie Kent. Dear Sirs, We have fitted the Thermo… | ||
| scan0203 | Cost and modification of Bentley and Wraith II petrol tank stone guards. | ||
| View original record | 1263. Rm/Gry from Rm/JBD c to EV. c to DA. Rm/JBD5/M.26.2.37. The Bentley Petrol Tank Stone Guards. In reply to E/EV3/MN.23.2.37. For the time being, we recommend the Stone Guard to FB2666 which has… | ||
| scan0204 | Letter to Alunise Ltd. inquiring about soldering 20 S.W.G. aluminium sheet onto tinned steel. | ||
| View original record | 1263. Experimental Dept. Rm/JBD.4/JH. 3rd. March, 1937. Messrs. Alunise Ltd., 34, North Street, RUGBY. Dear Sirs, Having seen the account of the properties of Alunise in the "Automobile Engineer", we… | ||
| scan0205 | Letter from Alunize Ltd. regarding their aluminium and light alloy jointing material. | ||
| View original record | CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY Alunize Ltd METALLURGISTS Manufacturers of Aluminium & Light Alloy Jointing Material DIRECTORS T. BIRD H. SHORTLAND TELEPHONE RUGBY 2385 WORKS MOUNT STREET COVENTRY… | ||
| scan0206 | Instructions for using 'ALUNIZE' Solder. | ||
| View original record | CONTRACTORS OF “ALUNIZE” TO THE ADMIRALTY Instructions for using “ALUNIZE” Solder No Flux Required (1) ALUMINIUM SHOULD BE FREE FROM DIRT, GREASE, OR FOREIGN MATTER. DIRTY CASTINGS SHOULD BE CLEANED… | ||
| scan0207 | Requesting the deletion of fuses on the petrol pumps of car 3-B-IV. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/GWH/IMW. Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, FRANCE. H113 1263 Rm/JBD.9/JH.5.3.37. 3-B-IV. Will you please delete the fuses on the petrol pumps on 3-B-IV. We would like you to run this car with… | ||
| scan0208 | Alternative, cheaper petrol pump scheme for the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | 1263. BY. c. Rm. Fmn/Dixon. HPS. E/JNR.1/HP.5.3.37. Phantom III Petrol Pumps. We send you herewith LeC.5516 showing the S.U. single pump fitted in conjunction with the R.R. double pump. This is an… | ||
| scan0209 | Letter to the S.U. Carburetter Co. regarding a Bentley thermo starter issue and requesting a new needle. | ||
| View original record | 1263 Experimental Dept. Rm/JBD.9/JH. 5th March, 1937. The S.U.Carburetter Co.Ltd., Bordesley Green Road, Aderley Park, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Leslie Kent. Dear Sirs, With regard to the… | ||
| scan0210 | Proposal and trial of a third petrol pump scheme for the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | 1263. THE THIRD PUMP SCHEME ON THE PHANTOM III. This additional unit was presumably suggested owing to the opinion that failure of one side of the double unit S.U. petrol pump caused complete failure… | ||
| scan0211 | Car arriving from Paris and the status of ongoing work based on three received memos. | ||
| View original record | 1263 1113 HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. Rm/GWH/IMW/8/JAB. 9th March 1937. To. Rm. c.c. Per/GWH. 3.B.IV. This car arrived from Paris yesterday evening. We have received your three memos… | ||
| scan0212 | Letter to Alunise Ltd. regarding a trial of their 'Alunise' process on various metal samples. | ||
| View original record | 1263 Experimental Dept. Rm/JBD.17/JH. 9th March, 1937. Messrs. Alunise Ltd., 24 North Street, Rugby. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter and information regarding "Alunise". We are despatching to… | ||
| scan0213 | Letter from Alunize Ltd confirming they will join and return samples of aluminium, tinned steel, and duraluminium sheet. | ||
| View original record | CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY Alunize Ltd METALLURGISTS Manufacturers of Aluminium & Light Alloy Jointing Material DIRECTORS T. BIRD H. SHORTLAND TELEPHONE RUGBY 2385 WORKS MOUNT STREET COVENTRY… | ||
| scan0214 | Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding a new needle assembly for a thermostatic carburetter. | ||
| View original record | 1263 TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM EAST 1171. TELEGRAMS: FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. THE S.U. CARBURETTER CO. LTD. PROPRIETORS> MORRIS MOTORS LTD. LORD NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN T. C. SKINNER, M.I.A.E. MANAGING DIRECTOR… | ||
| scan0215 | The fracturing of the main oil pipe from the pump to the Tecalemit filter due to vibration. | ||
| View original record | 1263 HLS HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. Rm/GWH/IMW/7/JAB. 12th March 1937. To. Rm. o. Rm/GWH. 6. B. IV. Main Oil Pipe from Pump to Tecalemit Filter. We have been repeatedly held up by… | ||
| scan0216 | Letter to S.U. Co. Ltd. requesting price details for a double pump and acknowledging receipt of a stronger needle for a thermo starter. | ||
| View original record | 1263. Experimental Dept. Rm/JBD.17/JH. 16th March, 1937. The S.U. Co.Ltd., Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Leslie Kent. Dear Sirs, We thank you for the… | ||
| scan0217 | Official order to be sent to the S.U. Company for diaphragm assemblies. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. c. to G/JWH. 1263 Rm/JBD.11/JH.17.3.37. Will you please send an official order to the S.U. Company for 12 diaphragm assembles charged at 5/- less 50% which were supplied following my letter… | ||
| scan0218 | Follow-up letter to the AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding a promised A.C. fuel pump. | ||
| View original record | 12631 Experimental Dept. Rm/JBD.14/JH. 23rd March, 1937. The AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., Dunstable, Beds. For the attention of Mr. Benyon Brown. Dear Sirs, During your last visit to these Works… | ||
| scan0219 | Letter to The S.U. Company Ltd. concerning faulty G.3 petrol pumps and requesting a quote for a standard double pump. | ||
| View original record | 6.1263. Experimental Dept. Rm/JBD.12/JH. 2nd. April. 1937. The S.U. Company Ltd., Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, Birmingham8. For the attention of Mr. Leslie Kent. Dear Sirs, We have three G.3.… | ||
| scan0220 | Instructing the examination of pumps returned from the Depots. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/JBD.12/JH. 2nd. April, 1937. examine the pumps returned from the Depots. Yours faithfully, FOR ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. | ||
| scan0221 | Letter from Ford Motor Company regarding gear cyaniding and the reliability of Autopulse petrol pumps. | ||
| View original record | 1263 Petrol Pump File Ford Motor Company, Ltd. DAGENHAM, Essex. TELEPHONE: RAINHAM 3000. TELEGRAMS: FORDMOTOR, TELEX, DAGENHAM. CABLES: FORDMOTOR, DAGENHAM. S H Grylls Esq Rolls Royce Ltd DERBY PLEASE… | ||
| scan0222 | Return of five faulty petrol pumps and two magneto pots for examination and repair. | ||
| View original record | 1263. To G/Mt. Rm/JBD.5/JH.5.4.37. I have returned five faulty petrol pumps to the S.U. Co. for examination and repair. 1 No. RB.1858 off chassis 3-AZ-22 from the Repair Dept. 1 No.G.5153 " " 3-AZ-196… | ||
| scan0223 | Requesting arrangements to fit a 3-pump scheme and alter the horn relay wiring on vehicle 33-EX. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. 126 3. Rm/JBD.9/JH.6.4.37. 33-EX. Will you please arrange to fit the 3 pump scheme to LeC.5516 to 33-EX, in accordance with memo. By/RD.2/B.31.3.37. and that the wiring and position of the… | ||
| scan0224 | Questioning the unauthorized change of petrol pump diaphragms in Paris and seeking clarification on the original complaint. | ||
| View original record | HH3. 300c 1263 Rm/GWH/IMW. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry4/R.7.4.37. 35-EX. With regard to your memo about the petrol pump diaphragms being changed by Paris, are we right in assuming that they did this without… | ||
| scan0225 | The examination of a failed S.U. petrol pump from chassis 3.AZ.196 which failed in Germany. | ||
| View original record | 1263 Hs. from Rm/JBD. c. Sg. c. Hd. REPORT ON THE EXAMINATION OF THE S.U. PETROL PUMP OFF CHASSIS 3.AZ.196 WHICH FAILED IN GERMANY. The pump was tried as received on the Test Department rig where it… | ||
| scan0226 | Report investigating a machine failure, attributing the cause to a worn jig and faulty workmanship. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/JBD.1/AP.7.4.37 The cause of the trouble was a worn jig in the machine which has gradually developed and had not been noticed, there being then no limits or inspection for concentricity as they… | ||
| scan0227 | Request for details regarding G.5 petrol pump failures and a defective switch. | ||
| View original record | W/K - Rm/GWH. 1263. Rm/JBD.9/JH.7.4.37. I thank you for details of the G.5 petrol pump failures at Kingsbury & Cricklewood. We are particularly interested in leaking diaphragms and would be glad if… | ||
| scan0228 | The examination of a petrol pump from chassis 3-AZ-22, investigating a complaint of poor delivery. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. c. to Sg. c. to Hd. c. to Rm/Gry. 1263. Rm/JBD.7/JH.7.4.37. REPORT ON THE EXAMINATION OF THE PETROL PUMP OFF CHASSIS 3-AZ-22. The complaint was one of poor delivery. When tested on parafin this… | ||
| scan0229 | Request to issue official orders for diaphragm assemblies and rubber pieces. | ||
| View original record | 1263, To Roy. c. to G/JWH. Rm/JBD.2/JH.8.4.37. Will you please issue an official order to the S.U. Company Ltd., for 12 G.5 diaphragm assemblies. Also one to the British Goodrich Rubber Co. Ltd.,… | ||
| scan0230 | The porosity and leakage issues of S.U. petrol pump diaphragms, detailing results from endurance tests. | ||
| View original record | 1263 To Hs. from Rm/JBD. c.c. to Sg. Rm/JBD.1/AP.8.4.37 THE S.U. PETROL PUMP DIAPHRAGMS. We have had a few cases of the G.5. material becoming porous and causing leaks through the vents holes in the… | ||
| scan0231 | Testing alternative materials, such as synthetic rubber and oiled silk, for fuel pump diaphragms to resist alcohol-based fuels. | ||
| View original record | -2- In the cases (1) and (3) the cars had been running on Alcohol fuels for half the time which we know attacks the material and would shorten the life. When I visited the S.U.Co. yesterday they are… | ||
| scan0232 | Order for three S.U. Petrol pumps for the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | 1263, To Roy. c. to G/JWH. Rm/JBD.28/JH.9.4.37. Will you please order from the S.U. Co. Three single unit S.U.Petrol pumps. having the R.R. magnet pots and contacts. Black enamel body. Oil blacked… | ||
| scan0233 | Sample pump from S.U.Co., discussing issues with C & A washers and plugs. | ||
| View original record | L263. To Roy. Rm/JBD.28/JH.9.4.37. We thank you for the sample pump from the S.U.Co. We should like to point out that it is not fitted with C & A washers but withnthe old type cork insert plugs which… | ||
| scan0234 | Letter to The S.U. Company Ltd. regarding returned Bentley petrol pumps for inspection. | ||
| View original record | 1263. Experimental Dept. Rm/JBD.25/FD. 9th April, 1937. The S.U. Company Ltd., Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Leslie Kent. Dear Sirs, We have received notice… | ||
| scan0235 | Report on petrol pumps after 10,000 miles and a proposal to fit new diaphragms. | ||
| View original record | 1263 To Lp. Rm/JBD.8/JH.13.4.37. Herewith a copy of the report on the petrol pumps of your car after 10,000 miles of Discol. I am sorry a copy was not sent you at the time. When you car is next at the… | ||
| scan0236 | Request to order S.U. double unit petrol pumps and G.5. oil silk diaphragm assemblies. | ||
| View original record | 1263. To Roy. c.c. to C/JWH. Rm/JBD.8/JH.14.4.37. Will you please order from the S.U. Co. 3 S.U. Double unit petrol pumps having the standard S.U. double unit body with brass plugs chrome plated and C… | ||
| scan0237 | Faults with returned petrol pumps and an investigation into a Bentley 'driving dog knock'. | ||
| View original record | 1263. (also in 110) W/K. KC. from Rm/GWH. Rm/GWH1/R.14.4.37. PETROL PUMPS. With regard to four pumps recently returned from Kingsbury to S.U's for the following faults:- (1) Noise. (2) N.S. Unit not… | ||
| scan0238 | Letter to The S.U. Company Ltd. regarding faults found in multiple pumps after testing. | ||
| View original record | 1263 Experimental Dept. Rm/JBD.17/JH.15.4.37. 15th April, 1937. The S.U. Company Ltd., Bordesley Green, Adderley Park, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Leslie Kent. Dear Sirs, We have carefully… | ||
| scan0239 | Page 2 of a letter confirming an order for double pumps and oil silk diaphragms. | ||
| View original record | -2- We are sending through an official order for 3 double pumps with the S.U. standard body R.R. magnet pots and joints attached with screws and lock washers. Chrome plated brass plugs not recessed… | ||
| scan0240 | The dispatch of three petrol pumps to the S.U. Company for examination and repair. | ||
| View original record | 1265 To HPS/WSC. Rm/JBD.15/JH.15.4.37. Will you please despatch to the S.U. Company 3 petrol pumps for examination and repair Nos.RB.931 and G.5650 from the test dept. No. RB.2012 from Kingsbury. To… | ||
| scan0241 | Requesting an official order for two pieces of rubber from the British Goodrich Rubber Co. | ||
| View original record | 1263, To Roy. c. to G/JWH. Rm/JBD.4/JH.16.4.37. Will you please issue an official order to the British Goodrich rubber Co. for two pieces of rubber 3" x 4" x 1/2" weight 3/4 lbs. These have been… | ||
| scan0242 | S.U. petrol pump failures due to wood shavings. | ||
| View original record | To By. 1263 Rm/JBD.16/JH.16.4.37. S.U. PETROL PUMPS. We have had repeated cases of petrol pumps failing on both test rig and cars with small pieces of wood shaving getting lodged under the valves and… | ||
| scan0243 | Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. discussing pump testing issues and test apparatus. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM EAST 1171. TELEGRAMS: FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. SD 1263 THE S.U. CARBURETTER CO. LTD. PROPRIETORS:- MORRIS MOTORS LTD. LORD NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN OLIVER BODEN, O.B.E. VICE-CHAIRMAN… | ||
| scan0244 | Use and thickness of C. & A. washers in petrol pumps. | ||
| View original record | 1263. By. from Rm/JBD. Rm/JBD.11/AP.19.4.37 C. & A. washers in Petrol Pumps. In confirmation of our talk this morning we understand that you have recommended C. and A. washers on all plugs in the S.U.… | ||
| scan0245 | Configuration of mechanical and electrical petrol pumps for the Wraith engine. | ||
| View original record | 1263 Rm/Gry. c. Rm/Dixon. Da.1/HP.20.4.37. Petrol Pumps. Sg. and Hs. yesterday instructed us to fit a mechanical pump to the first Wraith engine. This we are now doing. The intention is still to fit… | ||
| scan0246 | Follow-up report on petrol pump diaphragm failures on a Bentley due to incompatibility with Discol fuel, proposing a new material. | ||
| View original record | To Lp. from Rm/JBD. c.c. to Sg. PETROL PUMPS OF MR.LAPPIN'S BENTLEY 61.FC. AFTER 10,000 MILES ON DISCOL. We issued a report on these pumps (Rm/JBD.1/M.26.2.37) when the reasons for failure were given.… | ||
| scan0247 | Confirming the decision to add a mechanical petrol pump to Wraith and Bentley models due to the unreliability of electric pumps. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. S/W To Da. from Sg. Copy to Rm.Hsv re Petrol Pumps. Confirming conversation on Monday, it is understood that you will take immediate action to get a mechanical petrol pump on the engine for… | ||
| scan0248 | Instructions for replacing the diaphragms in the S.U. petrol pump. | ||
| View original record | To Hd. 1263 Rm/JBD.1/JH.22.4.37. To Replace Diaphragms in the S.U. Petrol Pump. The two magnet bodies should be removed from the central body by undoing the 6 fixing nuts. This joint is often tight… | ||
| scan0249 | Instructions for replacing a unit, securing a contact cover, and withdrawing a forked wedge. | ||
| View original record | -2- (7) With the wedge still in position replace the unit in the body and tigthen up the six nuts. NOTE. See that the magnet body has the long brass screw securing the contact cover at the bottom so… | ||
| scan0250 | Urgent request to manufacture 12 nickel-plated unions for S.U. petrol pumps to fit a Wraith pump onto a 25/30 chassis. | ||
| View original record | To HES. / 1263. Rm/JBD.14/JH.23.4.37. S,U. Petrol Pumps. Will you please arrange to make 12 unions in .375 dia. bore to LeC.5337 this to be hickel plated and are required urgently to fix up the Wraith… | ||
| scan0251 | Request to manufacture 12 brass unions for S.U. petrol pumps. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. 1263 Rm/JBD.1/JH.23.4.37. S.U. Petrol Pumps. Will you please arrange to make 12 unions in brass with R.R. spherical fitting and thread totake a 3/8" bore nipple and nut. The threaded portion… | ||
| scan0252 | Letter to The SU Co. Ltd. proposing a new procedure for replacing pump diaphragms. | ||
| View original record | ( 263 ) Experimental Dept. Rm/JBD.8/JH. 23rd April, 1937. The SU. Co.Ltd., Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Sirs, It has been decided to change… | ||
| scan0253 | 25/30 HP S.U. petrol pump and oil silk diaphragms. | ||
| View original record | W/L.H. - RC. 1263 Rm/JBD.2/JH.24.4.37. We are despatching to you to day 1 25/30 H.P. S.U. petrol pump with G. 5 and oil silk diaphragms as requested by Sg. This is to be fitted to his car.… | ||
| scan0254 | Instructions for changing diaphragms on G.5 S.U. pumps after 10,000 miles. | ||
| View original record | To HD. from Rm/JBD. We submitted the attached instructions regarding the changing of diaphragms of all G.5 S.U. pumps after 10,000 miles and replacing them with G.5 oil silk to your fitter. He carried… | ||
| scan0255 | Letter to the AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. requesting performance curves for a 'T' type fuel pump and inquiring about the production of an 'AJ' type pump. | ||
| View original record | 1263 Experimental Dept., Rm/JBD.22/JH. 26th April, 1937. The AC-Sphinx Sparking Blug Co.Ltd., Dunstable, Beds. For the attention of Mr.B.Brown. Dear Sirs, Some time ago you supplied us with two T type… | ||
| scan0256 | Specification update regarding the addition of a mechanical petrol pump to the Wraith III and Phantom III Series 2 chassis. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. 1263 TBD Sg. and Hs. c. Rm. By. RHC. HPS. Hs/OAN. Da. EV. JNR. Psn. Wraith III Specification - Petrol Pumps. Will you kindly note that it has been decided to incorporate a mechanical petrol… | ||
| scan0257 | Request to issue an official order to the S.U. Company for one spherical single unit pump. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. c. to G/JWH. 1263 J Rm/JBD.11/JH.27.4.37. Will you please issue an official order to the S.U. Company, for one spherical single unit pump which I have brought back to the Works. Rm/J.B.Dixon. | ||
| scan0258 | The return of an S.U. single unit pump, a spherical double pump, and G.5. diaphragms assemblies. | ||
| View original record | To G/JWH. 1263 Rm/JBD.11/JH.27.4.37. I have brought backmto the Works an S.U. Single unit pump also one spherical double pump three each of these were ordered there still remaining two each to be… | ||
| scan0259 | The despatch of an attached petrol pump to Mr. Crawford for Sg's car. | ||
| View original record | To HPS/WSS. 1265 Rm/JBD.10/JH27.4.37. Will you please despatch the attached petrol pump to Mr. Crawford, Lillie Hall, This is for Sg's. car. Rm/J.B.Dixon. | ||
| scan0260 | Arranging for parts to be ready for fitting the 3rd pump scheme, LeC.5378. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/JBD. 1263 Rm/JBD.11/AP.28.4.37 Will you please arrange to have all the parts ready for fitting for the 3rd. pump scheme LeC.5378. This is to replace the LeC.5516 which was fitted in… | ||
| scan0261 | Under-bonnet temperature readings for the petrol pumps on a 35-EX Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | 1113 JBD 126 3 HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. Rm/GWH/IMW/6/JAB. 28th April 1937. To. Rm. c.c. Rm/GWH. 35-EX. PHANTOM III. Petrol Pumps. Replying to your memo Rm/JBD.21/JH.26.4.37, the… | ||
| scan0262 | Questioning the received wisdom that spare petrol pumps must be kept wet with petrol to remain functional. | ||
| View original record | Rm 1263 To Hs. from Sg. Copy to E.P.De.BY. Rm. re Petrol Pumps. Sg15/E28.4.37 When we have discussed the question of a spare petrol pump fitted up so that it could be used in case of failure, I… | ||
| scan0263 | Withdrawal of standardisation sheet X.no.1263 and its replacement for a pump scheme on the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | To E. c. to By. 1263 Rm/JBD.1/JH.28.4.37. We have withdrawn the standardisation sheet X.no.1263 issued 14.4.37. for the additional pump scheme on the Phantom III owing to the unavoidable use of fibre… | ||
| scan0264 | Deterioration of spare petrol pumps and their diaphragms when stored under the bonnet without petrol. | ||
| View original record | 1263 Sg. from Rm/Gry. c. E. c. Da. c. By. Rm/Gry2/R.29.4.37. re: Petrol Pumps. Replying to Sg15/E28.4.37., we never intended to imply that a petrol pump would deteriorate if carried as a spare on the… | ||
| scan0265 | Examination report on the issues found with S.U. petrol pumps for a Phantom III vehicle. | ||
| View original record | 1263. HOTEL DE FRANCE, CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. Rm/JBD/3/JAB. 2nd May 1937. To. Rm. from Rm/JBD. 35-EX. PHANTOM III. S.U. PETROL PUMPS. I examined the double unit, both sides of which had been… | ||
| scan0266 | Conflicting reports on petrol pump failures due to vapour lock on car 35-EX. | ||
| View original record | 1263 Rm/J.B.Dixon (Chateauroux). Rm/Gry3/R.4.5.37. One of the Daily Reports on 35-EX mentioned that vapour lock has caused complete petrol failure of all three pumps, whereas another report mentioned… | ||
| scan0267 | Production and delivery schedule for S.U. petrol pumps. | ||
| View original record | 1263 By. from Rm/Gry. c. RHC. Rm/Gry10/R.5.5.37. S.U. PETROL PUMPS. Sg. saw the three petrol pump scheme on 37-EX yesterday, and asked us to urge its arrival on production. Standardisation sheet… | ||
| scan0268 | Petrol pump vapourisation investigation for car 35-EX. | ||
| View original record | 1263 S/W To Gry. from Sg. re 35-EX. Sg17/E5.5.37 Referring to our conversation yesterday it is understood that this car will come home as soon as your man has completed his petrol pump vapourisation… | ||
| scan0269 | Performance and testing of petrol pumps, referencing a 12,482-mile test on car 34-EX. | ||
| View original record | 126.3 S/W To Gry. from Sg. Copy to Hs. re Petrol Pumps. P.III. Sg18/F5.5.37 Referring to our conversation yesterday relative to 34-EX, which on the Nairobi trip had the pump somewhere below the… | ||
| scan0270 | Request for the approximate cost of making an S.U. magnet pot from mild steel. | ||
| View original record | To G/Rb. 7263 Rm/JBD.8/JH.6.5.37. Will you please let me have the approximate cost of making S.U. magnet pot in mild steel, to S.U. drawing Part No.1791 which you already have. As there are no dies… | ||
| scan0271 | Requesting a new scheme for routing the petrol and exhaust pipes on the Phantom III and Wraith chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Da. c. to By. 1263 Rm/JBD.18/JH.10.5.37. Will you please draw out a scheme for the Phantom III having the petrol pipe outside the frame. The hot zone we wish to eliminate is from the main X member… | ||
| scan0272 | Proposal to replace the two-piece petrol pump bracket with a one-piece die-casting on the 25/30 HP chassis, foregoing the usual road test. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: (HBD) Is this OK 1263 Yes GRY JHD Typed: HPS. c. Rm. BY/Cgh.8/W.10.5.37. 25/30 H.P. Chassis - Petrol Pump Brackets. With reference to HPS.3/VS.7.5.37, in view of the fact that no… | ||
| scan0273 | Experimental work on petrol pumps to address vapour lock issues for the 'Nairobi car'. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm/Gry. c. Hs. 1263 Rm/Gry.6/AP.14.5.37 P.III. PETROL PUMPS. With regard to your two memos Sg.17/E.5.5.37 and Sg.18/E.5.5.37, we have sent you a report on the findings of our fuel system… | ||
| scan0274 | Letter from The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding a guarantee on diaphragms. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM EAST 1171. TELEGRAMS: FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. 1263 THE S.U. CARBURETTER CO. LTD. PROPRIETORS - MORRIS MOTORS LTD. LORD NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN OLIVER BODEN, O.B.E. VICE-CHAIRMAN T.C.… | ||
| scan0275 | Follow-up letter to AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. requesting particulars for a T type pump. | ||
| View original record | 1263 Experimental Dept. Rm/JBD.9/JH. 19th May, 1937. The AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., Dunstable, Beds. For the attention of Mr. Benyon Brown. Dear Sirs, We wrote to you on the 26th of last month… | ||
| scan0276 | Request to complete the scheme for fitting an A.C. combined vacuum and fuel pump to the Wraith engine. | ||
| View original record | To E. 6 1263. Rm/JBD.10/JH.20.5.37. Wraith Engine A.C. Petrol Pump. Will you please complete the scheme on the Wraith engine for fitting the A.C. combined vacuum and fuel pump. We understand this pump… | ||
| scan0277 | Ongoing vapour lock troubles with the Phantom III model, referencing previous conference minutes and test results. | ||
| View original record | S/W 1263 To Rm. from Sg. re P.III. Vapour Troubles. Copy to Hs.E.C.Cx. (text has been struck through) Now that we have just succeeded in at last delivering about 200 P.III cars to users, it is very… | ||
| scan0278 | Engine stalling and restarting issues experienced in traffic. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Sg. Sg13/E20.5.37 - 2 - 25th May report said: In a traffic block the engine stalled (approx. 5 minutes) and difficulty was experienced in restarting. 35-EX. Extract from report on running… | ||
| scan0279 | Letter from AC-Sphinx regarding delayed delivery curves for 'T' type pumps. | ||
| View original record | Please file AC-SPHINX SPARKING PLUG Co. LTD. DIRECTORS: N.F. Stockbridge, W.O. Kennington, C.J. Bartlett. Telegrams: SPHINX, DUNSTABLE. Our Ref. DBB/DJG. Your Ref. DUNSTABLE, BEDS., ENGLAND.… | ||
| scan0280 | Letter from AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding blueprints for a fuel pump. | ||
| View original record | 1263 Petrol Pump File AC-SPHINX SPARKING PLUG Co. LTD. DIRECTORS: N.F.Stockbridge, W.O.Kennington, C.J.Bartlett Telegrams: SPHINX, DUNSTABLE. DUNSTABLE, BEDS., ENGLAND. Telephone: DUNSTABLE 360. Our… | ||
| scan0281 | Graph of vapor lock tests on an AC combination fuel pump and vacuum booster on a 1935 Pontiac Six. | ||
| View original record | VAPOR LOCK TESTS ON AC COMBINATION FUEL PUMP AND VACUUM BOOSTER ON 1935 PONTIAC SIX. Y-AXIS: REID VAPOR PRESSURE OF GASOLINE X-AXIS: ATMOSPHERIC TEMPERATURE °F SERIES 1: COMBINATION WITH FUEL PUMP… | ||
| scan0282 | Chart detailing vapor lock test results for an AC combination fuel pump and vacuum booster on a 1935 Pontiac Six. | ||
| View original record | VAPOR LOCK TESTS ON AC COMBINATION FUEL PUMP AND VACUUM BOOSTER ON 1935 PONTIAC SIX. Y-AXIS: REID VAPOR PRESSURE OF GASOLINE VALUES: 6 to 22 X-AXIS: ATMOSPHERIC TEMPERATURE °F VALUES: 50 to 100 DATA… | ||
| scan0283 | Performance chart for a Type AJ pump showing delivery and static pressure against speed. | ||
| View original record | PRESS. STATIC LBS./SQ. IN. DELIVERY G.P.H. SPEED IN R. P. M. 1523227 TYPE AJ PUMP FREE FLOW 0.5 LB. 1.0 LB. 1.5 LB. 2.0 LB. Y-Axis (Pressure): 4, 3, 2 Y-Axis (Delivery): 38, 34, 30, 26, 22, 18, 14, 10… | ||
| scan0284 | Letter from AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. regarding the shipping of a type 'AJ' combined fuel pump sample from their associates in Flint, Michigan. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten notes: Top left: File Top center: DIXON Please note Top right: Rm JBD Left Margin: IMW Center: 1263 Printed Text: AC-SPHINX SPARKING PLUG CO. LTD. DIRECTORS: N.F. Stockbridge,… | ||
| scan0285 | Continuation sheet from AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. regarding the dispatch of a filter and instrument panel. | ||
| View original record | THE AC-SPHINX SPARKING PLUG Co., LTD. CONTINUATION SHEET No.2. P.S. Our associates in Flint advise us that they are sending us at your request one Kleer-Kleen filter with six elements, and also one… | ||
| scan0286 | Performance results of a pump test. | ||
| View original record | AC 772 5M 1-37 MEMORANDUM To Mr. Babitch cc L. B. Smith, File. April 5, 1937 Copy to Rolls Royce 1523227 Pump INLET 10' 5/16" tubing. LIFT 12" OUTLET 2' 5/16" Tubing FREE FLOW. MANOMETER TEE AT PUMP… | ||
| scan0287 | Graph showing the output and pressure curve from a test on a 'T' type fuel pump. | ||
| View original record | GALLONS PER HOUR PRESSURE LBS/SQ IN REVOLUTIONS/MINUTE USING '120' RESTRICTION (TO FLOW 20 GALS PER HOUR AT 3FT GRAVITY HEAD) PARTICULARS OF TEST USING 10FT. OF 5/16 O.D. SUCTION PIPE 2FT. LIFT + 2FT… | ||
| scan0288 | The order of tools for producing a forging shown on an attached drawing. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. c. to G/JWH. 1263 Rm/JBD.7/JH.22.5.37. Will you please order tools for producing the forging shown on the attached drawing. This is to save time and the order for a number of the forgings will… | ||
| scan0289 | Technical report on vapour lock and petrol pump troubles, detailing the problem's evolution and future testing plans. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Hm. c. Hs. c. E. c. C. c. Ox. 1263 Rm1/R.22.5.37. P.III - VAPOUR TROUBLES. Replying to Sg18/E20.5.37., it is seldom that we have cause to be satisfied with our efforts in the Experimental… | ||
| scan0290 | Letter to Superflexit Ltd. reporting on the results of a 20,000-mile test on a flexible petrol pipe from a Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | 1263 Experimental Dept. Rm/JBD.11/JH. 24th May, 1937. Messrs. Superflexit Ltd., Trading Estate, Slough, Bucks. For the attention of Mr. Trouson. Dear Sirs, We have completed 20,000 miles running with… | ||
| scan0291 | Requesting the dispatch of a flexible pipe to Superflexit Ltd. | ||
| View original record | To HPS/WSQ. 1263 Rm/JBD.15/JH.24.5.37. Will you please despatch the flexible pipe to Superflexit Ltd., for the attention of Mr. Trounson. Rm/J.B.Dixon. | ||
| scan0292 | Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding a set of case-hardened steel rollers. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM EAST 1171. TELEGRAMS: FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. THE S.U. CARBURETTER CO. LTD. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS MOTORS LTD. LORD NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN OLIVER BODEN, O.B.E. VICE-CHAIRMAN BORDESLEY… | ||
| scan0293 | Request for the petrol pumps from vehicle 37-EX for examination and repair. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. 1263 Rm/JBD.12/JH.27.5.37. Will you please hand me the petrol pumps off 37-EX for examination and repair. Rm/J.B.Dixon. | ||
| scan0294 | Inquiry to James Booth Ltd. regarding the properties and price of Beryllium Bronzes for use as rollers. | ||
| View original record | 1263? May 27th 1937 Rm/JBD.8/AP. Messrs James Booth Ltd., Argyle Street, Neachells, BIRMINGHAM Dear Sirs, Will you please send us particulars of your Beryllium Bronzes, with regard to machining,… | ||
| scan0295 | Letter from Superflexit detailing the examination of a special Petrol Pipe from a Phantom III chassis. | ||
| View original record | Please File 1263 SUPERFLEXIT LTD DIRECTORS R.ST G. BURKE. W.H. GRINT. A.C. KERR, O.B.E. H.T. MAYO, M.A., M.I.P.T. I.P. RIDDOCH. W.R. TROUNSON. SIR NORMAN J. WATSON BART. MANUFACTURERS OF FLEXIBLE… | ||
| scan0296 | Letter from Superflexit Limited concerning the presence of cellulose in filters and tubes. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. No. 2 28th May, 1937 We are quite at a loss to understand the presence of small portions of cellulose in your filters, unless they have remained there from the old original… | ||
| scan0297 | Design change for the brass fittings on an S.U. pump. | ||
| View original record | To By. c. to E. 126 3 Rm/JBD.18/JH.28.5.37. Brass Fittings on the S.U. Pump. The Bentley pump is fitted with ¼" internal diameter pipe and we fail to see why it should be necessary to have a 5/16 hole… | ||
| scan0298 | Letter to The S.U. Company Ltd. regarding nuts and unions for Bentley pumps. | ||
| View original record | 1263 Experimental Dept. Rm/JBD.10/JH. 28th May, 1937. The S.U.Company Ltd., Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Harris. Dear Sirs, We are enclosing the two nuts… | ||
| scan0299 | Letter to The S.U. Company Ltd. apologising for not sending the requested nuts. | ||
| View original record | Experimental Dept. 1263 Rm/JBD.10/JH. 29th May, 1937. The S.U. Company Ltd., Bordesley Green, Adderley Park, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Harris. Dear Sirs, We regret that owing to an… | ||
| scan0300 | Confirming a discussion about the supply programme for Phantom III petrol pumps. | ||
| View original record | RHC. from Rm. C. Hs. 1263 Rm18/R.31.5.37. P.III PETROL PUMPS. This is to confirm the discussion held in Hs' office on Saturday when it was decided to go ahead with a supply of P.III pumps suitable for… | ||
| scan0301 | Request for the return of a high-pressure pump from car 38-EX for examination and to provide the car's total mileage. | ||
| View original record | W/S - Mr. Hanbury. 1263 Rm/JBD.18/JH.31.5.37. Will you please return to me at the works the high pressure pump mounted in the frame in 38-EX. We are anxious to have this pump back for examination and… | ||
| scan0302 | Petrol starvation tests conducted on car model 35-EX, under various temperature conditions. | ||
| View original record | To E. c. to By. 1263 Rm/JBD.6/JH.31.5.37. Petrol Starvation on 35-EX. This is of two kinds (1) Temporary shortage of petrol on a fast get away (2) Reduction of maximum speed. This car is fitted with… | ||
| scan0303 | Tests investigating engine hesitation and high-speed fuel starvation due to petrol temperature. | ||
| View original record | -2- This is shown to be due to the temperature of the pump and pipe to it and the temperature of the petrol in the tank. Removing the filter and pipe from the V in the engine did not cause a… | ||
| scan0304 | Analysis of fuel pipe placement and its effect on vehicle performance and vapour lock. | ||
| View original record | The pipe was inside the frame and temp. taken behind X member. [Table 1] Columns: AIR, U.B., Frame Inside out. Pipe, Tank. Max. M.P.H. Columns: All (III gear), double (III gear), single pumps. Row 1:… | ||
| scan0305 | Test results and analysis regarding temperature reduction and fuel starvation by repositioning a pipe outside the vehicle frame. | ||
| View original record | -4- Rm/JBD.6/JH.31.5.37. From the above tests in our opinion the position is very serious and we are liable to run into considerable trouble especially abroad. The placing of the pipe outside the… | ||
| scan0306 | Requesting a cutter be ground on the inside diameter to .605' concentric with the outside diameter. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. r 1263 Rm/JBD.7/JH.31.5.37. Will you please have the attached cutter ground on the inside diameter to .605" concentric with the outside diameter. Rm/J.B.Dixon. | ||
| scan0307 | Service troubles report for Bentley 3 ½ and 4 ¼ Litre models from the week ending May 29th. | ||
| View original record | To E. from Rm/GWH. c. Rm. c. Hs. c. Sg. Steadman 1269 Rm/GWH.7/AP.2.6.37 Water Phy/SBy BENTLEY - 3½ and 4¼ LITRE The following are service troubles met with during week-ending May 29th. (1) The… | ||
| scan0308 | Use of aluminium washers versus copper asbestos washers for joints. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/GWH.7/AP.2.6.37 (5) There is a general opinion in the Depots against the use of aluminium washers for joints under plugs and banjos of every description. The plugs have to be over tightened to… | ||
| scan0309 | Requesting the despatch of 24 magnet pots for Phantom III high pressure pumps to the S.U. Company. | ||
| View original record | To HPS/WSC. 1263 Rm/JBD.7/JH.2.6.37. Will you please despatch to the S.U.Company, for the attention of Mr. Harris, the 24 magnet pots for Phantom III high pressure pumps. These will be returned to us… | ||
| scan0310 | Cover letter for an enclosed list of S.U. petrol pumps removed from Bentley chassis during May 1937. | ||
| View original record | Dixon - A formidable list Rms K/W. Hs/JBD. 1263 Pk/KC/DPB/3.6.37. I attach a complete list of the S.U. petrol pumps removed from Bentley chassis during the month of May 1937. Pk/KC. ENCLOSURE. Please… | ||
| scan0311 | List of S.U. petrol pumps removed from Bentley chassis during May 1937, detailing complaints and speedometer readings. | ||
| View original record | RM/JBD/.6/KW. W/Kingsbury. 2nd: June 1937. We give below a complete list of S.U. petrol pumps removed from Bentley chassis during the month of May 1937, and where possible the Owner's complaint and… | ||
| scan0312 | Instruction to change the diaphragm specification from two layers of oil silk to a single layer due to trapped air issues. | ||
| View original record | To E. c. to By. 1263 Rm/JBD.2/JH.3.6.37. Subsequent to a report I have just issued to Rm. I have instructed the S.U.Company to fit only one layer of oil silk in between the two layers of G.5 material.… | ||
| scan0313 | Official order for 200 pumps from the S.U. Company. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. c. G/JWH. 1263 Rm/JBD.22/JH.3.6.37. Will you please issue an official order to the S.U. Company, for 200 pumps D.75658 complete with air bottles. The magnet pots to be supplied machined by… | ||
| scan0314 | Request for the manufacture of two types of end cutters and 48 cyanide hardened steel rollers. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. 1263 Rm/JBD.8/JH.3.6.37. Will you please make me an end cutter similar to Ex.27711 but with an internal diameter of .602" ± ½" instead of the .605" as now made. Also another cutter similar to… | ||
| scan0315 | Letter to The S.U. Company Ltd. confirming a change to the number of oil silk layers used in diaphragms. | ||
| View original record | 1263 Experimental Dept. Rm/JBD.1/JH. 3rd June, 1937. The S.U. Company Ltd., Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, Birmingham8. For the attention of Mr.Skinner. Dear Sirs, We are writing to confirm our… | ||
| scan0316 | Letter to S.U. Co. Ltd. requesting an alteration to the armature diameter for high-pressure pumps. | ||
| View original record | 1263 Experimental Dept. Rm/JBD.11/JH. 4th June, 1937. The S.U.Co.Ltd., Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr.Cooper. Dear Sirs, With reference to the high pressure… | ||
| scan0317 | Letter to James Booth & Co. Ltd. requesting a quotation for Beryllium bronze rods. | ||
| View original record | Experimental Dept. 1263 Rm/JBD.19/JH. 4th June, 1937. Messrs. James Booth & Co.Ltd., Argyle Street Works, Nechells, Birmingham.7. For the attention of the Development Manager. Dear Sirs, We thank you… | ||
| scan0318 | The examination and repair of failed S.U. petrol pumps from vehicle 3-AX-99. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c.c to Hd. 1263 Rm/JBD.16/JH.4.6.37. Report on S.U. Petrol Pumps off 3-AX-99. These were obtained for examination, the report being that one side had failed. This was evident on the test rig.… | ||
| scan0319 | Supply schedule and issues with S.U. petrol pumps for the Phantom III frame. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Rm. c. E. c. By. 1263 Rm4/R.4.6.37. S.U. PETROL PUMPS FOR FITTING IN P.III FRAME. Attached is a copy of a note from Dixon on his visit to S.U's. Briefly, we shall get the first 6 pumps in 10… | ||
| scan0320 | Status update on the production and supply of high-pressure pumps and cost analysis for magnet pots. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. POSITION OF THE HIGH PRESSURE PUMPS. The 24 ordered since October from the S.U. Co. They will deliver 6 pumps in a week to 10 days after receiving the magnetpots from R.R. These should be at… | ||
| scan0321 | The examination of S.U. petrol pumps from vehicle 3-AX-99, detailing a failure and subsequent repair. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: To Rm (struck through) c. to Hd. Rm/JBD The last 2 copies of this memo. Hdp 1263 Typed: Rm/JBD.16/JH.4.6.37. Report on S.U. Petrol Pumps off 3-AX-99. These were obtained for examination,… | ||
| scan0322 | Letter chasing the delivery of a combined vacuum and fuel pump from AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 1263 Experimental Dept. RM/JBD.6/JH. 5th June, 1937. The AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., Dunstable, Beds. For the attention of Mr.Benyon Brown. Dear Sirs, We are still awaiting delivery of the… | ||
| scan0323 | The examination and faults found in an S.U. Petrol Pump from chassis 3-AZ-63. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c. to Hd. 1263 Rm/JBD.1/JH.5.6.37. Report on S.U. Petrol Pump off chassis 3-AZ-63 - Scott Mason. I examined this pump at the S.U. works. When first received it would work normally on both sides… | ||
| scan0324 | Conclusion from an examination regarding a customer's unit failure, possibly page 2 of a report. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/JBD.1/JH.5.6.37. From this examination we are led to believe that the offside unit had been stuck for a considerably longer period than the near side. The customer states he used his trial… | ||
| scan0325 | Ordering and fitting of high-pressure petrol pumps for the Phantom III to address vapour trouble. | ||
| View original record | To By. c. to E. 126 3 Rm/JBD.15/JH.7.6.37. Phantom III Petrol Pumps in the Frame LeC.5191. In anticipation of the vapour trouble to which the Phantom III is subject in hot weather an order has been… | ||
| scan0326 | Letter from S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. confirming the use of an oiled silk insert in G.5 diaphragms. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: BIRMINGHAM EAST 1171. THE S.U. CARBURETTER CO. LTD. PROPRIETORS:- MORRIS MOTORS LTD. LORD NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN OLIVER BODEN, O.B.E. VICE-CHAIRMAN BORDESLEY GREEN ROAD, ADDERLEY PARK,… | ||
| scan0327 | Instruction to create a scheme for a single standby petrol pump and changeover switch for the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | F Miss Reece - Put in file for the conference next week. Rm Da. c. Rm. 1263 E.1/HP.8.6.37. Phantom III - Petrol Pumps. In connection with fitting the petrol pump under the floorboards, will you please… | ||
| scan0328 | Request to have the petrol pipe fitted outside the frame, similar to the fitting on car 32-EX. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. 1263 6 Rm/JBD.14/JH.10.5.37. 26-O-VI. Will you please have the petrol pipe fitted outside the frame similar to what was fitted to 32-EX. Rm/J.B.Dixon. | ||
| scan0329 | Internal request for a 12-volt accumulator for a Phantom III petrol pump test rig. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. Rm/JBD.11/JH.10.6.37. 1263 Will you please obtain one 12 volt accumulator piece No.D.75513 and deliver to Rm/JBD. This is urgently required for petrol pump test rig for Phantom III.… | ||
| scan0330 | Requesting a scheme for positioning an AC mechanical pump on the engine frame. | ||
| View original record | To E. c. to By. 1263 Rm/JBD.6/JH.11.6.37. Will you please get out a scheme for the AC. mechanical pump on the frame (Vacuum pump model with vacuum pump removed and a blank flange fitted). This must be… | ||
| scan0331 | Official order for pump diaphragm assemblies to be sent to the S.U. Co. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. c. to G/JWH. 1263 Rm/JBD.14/JH.12.9.37. Will you please issue an official order to the S.U. Co. for :- 12 high pressure pump diaphragm assemblies. 24 standard pump diaphragm assemblies.… | ||
| scan0332 | Internal order for a 12-volt accumulator required for the Phantom III petrol pump test rig in the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | Copy from EJJ/JV c to Rm/J.BD. 1263 Order No.816 EJJ/JV3/MM12.6.37 RE: P.111 PETROL PUMP TEST RIG EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Please order :- 1 - 12 volt Accumulator No.D.75513. Deliver to Rm/J.B.D.… | ||
| scan0333 | Letter to The S.U. Company Ltd. regarding an order for high pressure pumps and diaphragm assemblies. | ||
| View original record | 1263 Experimental Dept. Rm/JBD.9/JH. 12th June, 1937. The S.U. Company Ltd., Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, Birmingham.8 For the attention of Mr. Leslie Kent. Dear Sirs, We are anxious to know… | ||
| scan0334 | Request to manufacture six sets of brackets and rubber bases for an HP petrol pump. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. 1263 Rm/JBD.14/JH.14.6.37. Will you please make six sets of brackets and rubber bases to carry the H.P. petrol pump mounted on the frame to LeC.5191. Bracket F.84041. Rubber base D.75657.… | ||
| scan0335 | Conference memo regarding the placement and necessity of a third petrol pump for the Phantom III model. | ||
| View original record | Hd. c. Rm. c. E. 1263 BY.2/G.14.6.37. Conference PHANTOM III - PETROL PUMPS. -------------------------- In view of the fact that the Experimental Department have instructed(as the result of a… | ||
| scan0336 | Quotation from James Booth & Company (1915) Limited for the supply of Beryllium Bronze Rod. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: J.B. DIXON Seems rather costly File Handwritten: 1263. ? Handwritten: L. Evans JAMES BOOTH & COMPANY (1915) LIMITED Telephone: EAST 1221. PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE. ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE… | ||
| scan0337 | Letter from James Booth & Company regarding the properties and suitability of Beryllium Bronze. | ||
| View original record | ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY. Telephone: EAST 1221. PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE. Telegrams: "BOOTH, BIRMINGHAM" Codes: LIEBER'S 5-LETTER, A.B.C. 5th & 6th EDITIONS, BENTLEY'S SECOND… | ||
| scan0338 | From James Booth & Company concerning the corrosion-fatigue resistance of Beryllium Bronze. | ||
| View original record | JAMES BOOTH & COMPANY (1915) LIMITED --------------------------------------- BERYLLIUM BRONZE ---------------- In a paper read on March 10th 1937, before the Annual General Meeting of the Institute of… | ||
| scan0339 | General description of the alloy Beryllium Bronze, detailing its composition and mechanical properties. | ||
| View original record | JAMES BOOTH & COMPANY (1915) LIMITED BERYLLIUM BRONZE. GENERAL DESCRIPTION. "BERYLLIUM BRONZE" is the name given to the alloy which contains 97.5 per cent of copper and 2.5 per cent of beryllium. In… | ||
| scan0340 | The physical and mechanical properties of Beryllium Bronze, including its density and thermal conductivity compared to other alloys. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Its supremely high mechanical properties, together with its high electrical and thermal conductivity when compared with other non-ferrous alloys, frequently make it possible to use much lighter… | ||
| scan0341 | Comparison of the electrical conductivity and thermal expansion properties of beryllium bronze against other materials. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - ELECTRICAL CONDUCTIVITY. The electrical conductivity of beryllium bronze varies with the Be. content and also with the heat-treatment accorded to the specimen in question. The 2.5 per cent Be.… | ||
| scan0342 | The thermal expansion coefficients and mechanical properties of various metals and alloys. | ||
| View original record | - 4 - Electrolytic Copper.................. 16.7 x 10-6 Beryllium Bronze................... 16.3 x 10-6 Phosphor Bronze.................... 16.8 x 10-6 Brass 70/30........................ 18.9 x 10-6… | ||
| scan0343 | The mechanical properties and heat-treatment process for Beryllium Bronze. | ||
| View original record | - 5 - are as shewn in the table below:- BERYLLIUM BRONZE, FULLY HEAT-TREATED. | Be.Content. per cent. | Size & Form of piece. | Maximum Stress. Tons/Sq.Inch. | Elongation. per cent. | V.P.N. |… | ||
| scan0344 | The heat treatment, mechanical properties, and various applications of beryllium bronze. | ||
| View original record | - 6 - of putting the beryllium entirely into solution in the copper, producing a condition of maximum ductility. In this condition, the beryllium bronze will have a maximum stress of 35 tons per… | ||
| scan0345 | Page detailing the applications and endurance of beryllium bronze for tools compared to other metals. | ||
| View original record | - 7 - to have a life from five to six times that of high-grade alloy steel. An interesting and important application of this material is for tools, such as - chisels, wrenches, hammers, scrapers,… | ||
| scan0346 | The positioning and design of petrol pumps for the Phantom III model. | ||
| View original record | W.A.R. C. RMS. C. ICY. C. ROY/OD. C. RWH/ch. C. HY/much. C. HY/Use. C. RC C. RHY/JB. C. IRA. 1263 PHANTOM III - PETROL PUMPS. ======================= Referring to the question of the 3rd pump which… | ||
| scan0347 | New high-pressure pump scheme for the Phantom III chassis. | ||
| View original record | Rm. c.c. E. c.c. ROY. c.c. HE. 1263 Dixon Gele PHANTOM 111 - RE: NEW SCHEME WITH HIGH PRESSURE PUMP FITTED IN THE FRAME. ------------------------- We are clear on this job, with the exception of a… | ||
| scan0348 | Inquiry into the number of petrol pump failures attributed to heat. | ||
| View original record | W/N. - Br. Hd. 1263 PETROL PUMP FAILURES. We are interested to know how many petrol pump failures you attribute to heat. Do you get epidemics of failure in hot weather ? Rm. | ||
| scan0349 | Inquiry regarding petrol pump failures and the percentage attributed to temperature. | ||
| View original record | JBD. from Rm. 1263 Rm14/R.18.6.37. PETROL PUMP FAILURES. Do you see all the petrol pumps when they come back from Depots? What percentage of the total failures do you consider is due to temperature ?… | ||
| scan0350 | Letter to AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding a dimensional variance on a T type fuel pump. | ||
| View original record | Experimental Dept. Rm/JBD.15/JH. 1263 21st June, 1937. Messrs. AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., Dunstable, Beds. For the attention of Mr. Benion Brown. Dear Sirs, With reference to the push rod… | ||
| scan0351 | Petrol pump troubles due to heat on the Phantom III model. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Rm. 1263 Cx14/KW23.6.37. Petrol Pump Troubles -Phantom III. Reference Minute (IO) of the Conference held at W. on 15th June, paragraph 2, may I take it that you will obtain from Br and Hd… | ||
| scan0352 | Petrol pump switches for the Phantom III chassis. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. Er. Mx. cr BY/RD. c. Rm. 1263 BY.2/B.23.6.37. "PHANTOM III" CHASSIS. Petrol Pump Switches. It will be necessary to continue with the existing type of petrol pump switch until such time that we… | ||
| scan0353 | Requesting a test setup for an AC fuel pump on a Wraith engine. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. 1263 Rm/JBD.12/JH.24.6.37. AC Fuel Pump Test. Will you please have 12 ft. od 5/16 outside diameter copper pipe connected to the AC. pump on the Wraith engine to pepresent the pipe line on the… | ||
| scan0354 | Request for the supply of 3 Phantom III and 2 Bentley petrol pumps to the test department. | ||
| View original record | To G/Mt. 1263 Rm/JBD.17/JH.24.6.37. Will you please supply the test department 3 Phantom III and 2 Bentley petrol pumps. These were returned by the S.U. Company for examination and repair and… | ||
| scan0355 | The production of S.U. petrol pump magnet pots and manufacturing tolerances. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. 1263 Rm/JBD.14/JH.24.6.37. SU. Petrol Pump Magnet Pots. Will you please arrange to complete a further 24 magnet pots for the S.U. high pressure petrol pump. The 24 already made have been… | ||
| scan0356 | Urgent request for a new petrol supply scheme for the Wraith III & Bentley III chassis. | ||
| View original record | To E. 1263 Rm/JBD.22/JH.24.6.37. Wraith III & Bentley III Petrol Supply. Will you please get out a scheme for the above chassis having the AC. mechanical pump on the engine and a single S.U. unit… | ||
| scan0357 | Responding to suggestions regarding petrol pumps, outlining views and modifications. | ||
| View original record | W/P - Sr/VA. 1263 also 124- Rm/JBD.11/JH.24.6.37. We thank you for your suggestions regarding petrol pumps. Our views about them are as follows :- (1) Separate cages for the spherical edged brass… | ||
| scan0358 | Petrol pump failures caused by heat and excessive gassing of the petrol. | ||
| View original record | N/W Rm from Br ------------ 1263 Br5/LS.24.6.37. ----------------- Technical Petrol Pump Failures. ---------------------- With reference to your Rm13/R.18.6.37, we are afraid it is not possible to… | ||
| scan0359 | Suggestion to add an 'off' position to the petrol pump switch on the Phantom III model to manage carburettor flooding. | ||
| View original record | 1263 E. from Rm. c. By. Rm12/R.25.6.37. PETROL PUMP SWITCHES. At the recent Retailers' Luncheon, Mr. Pass pointed out to me how irritating it was when his P.III carburetter flooded in Piccadilly not… | ||
| scan0360 | Communication confirming a query has been sent to the Depots regarding petrol pump troubles. | ||
| View original record | 1263 W/S. Cx. from Rm. Rm10/R.25.6.37. Cx14/KW.23.6.37. We have written to the Depots querying petrol pump troubles. Rm. | ||
| scan0361 | Letter to The S.U. Company Ltd. concerning missing parts, incorrect materials, and production limits for high-pressure pumps. | ||
| View original record | Experimental Dept. 126 3 Rm/JBD.8/JH. 25th June, 1937. The S.U. Company Ltd., Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, Birmingham.8. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Sirs, We have received 12 high… | ||
| scan0362 | The Phantom III petrol pump being made without fuses, discussing the fire risk and policy. | ||
| View original record | To E. c, to By. 1263 Rm/JBD.8/JH.26.6.37. The Phantom III Petrol Pumps in the Frame. The high pressure pump is being made with the standard S.U. end cover with no fuses. We agree to this as there has… | ||
| scan0363 | Instruction to fit a high-pressure pump and fuses to chassis 37-EX. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. 1263 Rm/JBD.3/JH.29.6.37. 37-EX. Will you please fit the H.P. pressure pump in the frame of the above chassis as well as the fuses to R.R.N.Sch.997. I will supply the pump and bracket.… | ||
| scan0364 | Planned introduction and configurations of high-pressure petrol pumps for the Phantom III chassis. | ||
| View original record | RMO. c. Ha. c. Rm. c. Hy. c. ROY c. Hd. c. MX c. Rm/IRD. c. HY/DD. c. HY/IEEH. c. HY/CC. BY.5/G.30.6.37. File 1263 Dixon PHANTOM 111 CHASSIS - PETROL PUMPS. In order to clear up the position in regard… | ||
| scan0365 | Letter to The S.U. Company Ltd. regarding a dangerous feature on high pressure pumps causing the contact breaker bridge piece to break. | ||
| View original record | Experimental Dept. Rm/JBD.14/JH. 5th July, 1937. The S.U. Company Ltd., Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, Birmingham.8. Dear Sirs, In the 12 high pressure pumps which you have supplied fitted with… | ||
| scan0366 | Request to manufacture bushes and end cutters for the modification of S.U. petrol pumps. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. 1263 Rm/JBD.6/JH.6.7.37. Will you please arrange to make 3 bushes to EX.27712 and 3 end cutters to EX.27711B. These tools to be used for modification of S.U. petrol pumps at the Depots.… | ||
| scan0367 | Instruction memo regarding the fitting of high-pressure petrol pumps to specific Phantom III cars. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. [Handwritten: ✓ 1263] Rm/JBD.11/JH.6.7.37. Phantom III Petrol Pumps. When the following cars come into the shop will you please arrange that the pumps are fitted as below. 33 and 37-EX a high… | ||
| scan0368 | The delivery of mild steel magnet pots and an S.U. double pump with diaphragm assemblies. | ||
| View original record | G/JWH. 1263 Rm/JBD.3/JH.7.7.37. I have delivered 37 mild steel magnet pots to the S.U.Co. 39 Magnet pots were made in the works but I have returned 2 of these to the works. These magnet pots will be… | ||
| scan0369 | New marking 'C' for S.U. Petrol Pumps to indicate that pole pieces are central. | ||
| View original record | To By. c. to Hd. 1263 Rm/JBD.5/JH.8.7.37. S.U. Petrol Pumps. We have arranged with the S.U. Company that in addition to pumps being marked G53 a letter C is to be added showing that the pole pieces in… | ||
| scan0370 | Letter to I.M. Waller in France discussing fuel starvation issues and modifications on the 32-EX model. | ||
| View original record | 1263 also 300 I.M.Waller. Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, FRANCE. Rm/JBD.4/JH.10.7.37. 32-EX. Thank you for the information regarding temporary starvation on 32-EX, and suggestions for… | ||
| scan0371 | Petrol pump and filtration system for the Wraith model. | ||
| View original record | Dixon See me Please file Rm 1263 Rm. SECRET. C.c. By. Rm/Dixon. By/RD. Wraith Petrol System. We have issued a drawing of the large A.C. Mechanical petrol pump on the engine, in conjunction with a… | ||
| scan0372 | Request to mount a Wraith type S.U. pump and mounting to chassis 24-G-VI. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. Rm/JBD.1/JH.12.7.37. 1263 24-G-VI. Will you please mount the Wraith type S.U. pump pump and mounting to the above chassis and pipe up the A.C. pump similar to the arrangement fitted to… | ||
| scan0373 | Letter from the Experimental Department to S.U. Carburettor Co. Ltd. requesting an urgent supply of double pumps. | ||
| View original record | Experimental Dept. 1263 Rm/JBD.11/JH. 12th July, 1937. The S.U. Carburettor Co.Ltd., Bordesley Green, Road, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr.Harris. Dear Sirs, We would be obliged if… | ||
| scan0374 | Dispatch of an HP petrol pump and spare brass rollers for car 32-EX. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/GWH/IMW. Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, FRANCE. 1263 Rm/JBD.5/JH.12.7.37. I am despatching to you today one H.P. petrol pump to fit in the frame on 32-EX on Rm's. instructions to replace… | ||
| scan0375 | The introduction of a petrol pump in the frame for the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | BY. EV/WHS. WHS/JJS. Rm/JBD. 1263 RHC/JMW.1/ENG.12.7.37. PHANTOM III - PETROL PUMP IN THE FRAME. Taking into consideration the promises given by the S.U.Co. we are arranging to introduce the Petrol… | ||
| scan0376 | Introduction of a petrol pump in the frame for the Phantom III model. | ||
| View original record | HY. HY/ESB. HY/RD. Rpy/Es. Rpy/RBS. RE. EH/JHB. 1263 RHC/JHW.1/ENG.12.7.37. PHANTOM III - PETROL PUMP IN THE FRAME. Taking into consideration the promises given by the S.U.Co. we are arranging to… | ||
| scan0377 | Supply issues, failure causes, and repair procedures for S.U. Petrol Pumps. | ||
| View original record | W/P To SR/VA. 1263 also 1245 Rm/JBD.14/JH.14.7.37. S.U. Petrol Pumps. In reply to your memo. Sr/VA.4/GM.9.7.37. We are having an end cutter and bush to centralise the S.U. magnet units and will… | ||
| scan0378 | Despatch of S.U. petrol pump parts and changing the charge from the Experimental Dept. to the Paris Depot. | ||
| View original record | HPS/CEP. 1263 Rm/JBD.12/JH.14.7.37. I am sending you herewith 24 S.U. petrol pump diaphragm assemblies value 5/- less 50% each, also 264 brass distance pieces for despatch to the Paris Depot. The… | ||
| scan0379 | Letter to the AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. enclosing a drawing for a modified AC fuel pump and requesting a sample. | ||
| View original record | D 1263 Experimental Dept. Rm/JBD.S/JH. 16th July, 1937. The AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., Dunstable, Beds. For the attention of Mr. Benion Brown. Dear Sirs, We enclose a drawing LeC.5737 of the… | ||
| scan0380 | Instructions for the operation of dual petrol pumps on a Wraith 26-G-VI chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/GWH/IMW - Chateauroux. 1263 Rm/JBD.10/JH.16.7.37. Wraith 26-G-VI. also 600a This chassis has been fitted up with the AC T type mechanical petrol pump in parallel with a single H.P. unit mounted… | ||
| scan0381 | Request to make and supply petrol pipes for two different schemes for testing on vehicles 32-EX and 39-EX. | ||
| View original record | To HPS1 er. 1263 Rm/GR.2/JH.2.8.37. Will you please make and supply petrol pipes for the following schemes :- (1) LeC.5748 (2 sets complete) This includes H.P. pumps in frame and single H.P. pump on… | ||
| scan0382 | Letter to AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the supply and testing of a sample AT type fuel pump. | ||
| View original record | Experimental Dept. Rm JBD.6/JH. 1263 2nd. August, 1937. FOR ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. The AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., Dunstable, Beds. For the attention of Mr. Bennion Brown. Dear Sirs, In reply to your… | ||
| scan0383 | Instructions for centralizing the pole pieces on S.U. petrol pumps using a specific cutter and bush. | ||
| View original record | W/P - SR/VA. 1263 Rm/JBD.16/JH.3.8.37. We are despatching to you today one end cutter and bush for centralizing the pole pieces on the S.U. petrol pumps. The bush to be bolted on to the magnet unit. A… | ||
| scan0384 | Scheme to couple an HP pump to the standard double pump for customer complaint cases, including plumbing and wiring instructions. | ||
| View original record | To By. 1263 Rm/JBD.4/JH.4.8.37. Will you please provide a scheme to couple up the H.P. pump in the frame to LeC.5191 to the standard double pump on the dash. This scheme is for use on customers… | ||
| scan0385 | Request to draw a scheme for the Wraith petrol pipe and tank. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. 1263 Rm/JBD.8/JH.5.8.37. WRAITH PETROL PIPE. Will you please have a scheme drawn with the petrol pump outside the frame on the Wraith chassis, and also one showing the petrol tank without the… | ||
| scan0386 | Follow-up letter from H.M. Hobson asking for a report on a sample K-S Electric Gauge. | ||
| View original record | CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. 1030 PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. H.M. HOBSON (AIRCRAFT AND… | ||
| scan0387 | Request to despatch 4 sets of HP petrol pumps to Cricklewood for customer complaint cases. | ||
| View original record | HPS/WSC. 1263 Rm/JBD.9/JH.9.8.37. Will you please despatch 4 sets of parts complete with H.P. petrol pumps to Cricklewood for the attention of Br. These are for customers complaint cases. Rm/JBD. | ||
| scan0388 | Instructions for fitting high-pressure pumps and associated parts to existing chassis. | ||
| View original record | 1263 W/N - Br. Rm/JBD.4/JH.9.8.37. We are sending you 4 high pressure pumps together with the necessary pipes and fittings to fit these to chassis at present fitted with the double pump on the dash.… | ||
| scan0389 | Letter to H.M. Components Ltd. advising that Mr. Dixon is on holiday and will reply upon his return. | ||
| View original record | 1263 Rm/FD.5/JH. 10th August, 1937. Messrs. H.M.Components Ltd., 47-55 The Vale, Acton, LONDON.W.3. Dear Sirs, With reference to your letter JR/ME.9.8.37. we regret that Mr. Dixon is on holiday, but… | ||
| scan0390 | Petrol starvation tests for a 32-EX Phantom III with a modified high-pressure pump arrangement. | ||
| View original record | CHATEAUROUX. Rm/IMW/I/JAB.17.8.37. To. Rm. C. Pm/JDS. (crossed out) C. Pm/CSH. (crossed out) Handwritten: 1263 also 300A 32-EX. PHANTOM III. Tests on Petrol Starvation with modified arrangement of… | ||
| scan0391 | Vehicle performance tests focusing on petrol starvation and acceleration issues under various conditions. | ||
| View original record | ( 2 ) and delivered petrol normally. The air temperature was 37°c and the petrol in the tank 48°c. Running was resumed with no trouble until 33 miles further on, high speed starvation with the usual… | ||
| scan0392 | Vehicle performance tests under extreme temperature and high altitude conditions, detailing engine starting and boiling issues. | ||
| View original record | ( 3 ) When analysed these results show that the critical temperature at which an owner would be aware of vapour trouble is 37°c with this system against 32°c with the parallel pump scheme originally… | ||
| scan0393 | Vapour lock investigation, the merits of mechanically operated vs. electrical pumps, and flywheel inertia on overdrive models. | ||
| View original record | SECRET Sg. 126 3 To Rm. from Sg. Copy to Hs. re Vapour Lock Investigation. Sg12/E20.8.37 On my return I was very much interested to read your Rm.6/AP.16.8.37. It looks as if we had at last got over… | ||
| scan0394 | Extract from a report concerning a mechanical petrol pump's susceptibility to vapour lock. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm. Hs. c. By. c. Da. c. Mx. 1263 Rm.11/AP.28.8.37 MECHANICAL PETROL PUMP We give below an extract of a Report received from Waller on the Wraith, which indicates that the mechanical pump on… | ||
| scan0395 | S.U. pump failure on a Wraith 26.G.VI due to stiffened diaphragms after standing idle. | ||
| View original record | To SG. from Rm/JBD. c. Rm. Rm/JBD.13/MH.31.8.37. 126 3 In reply to No 6. item raised at SG's Conference held on 24.8.37. The S.U. pump mounted on the dash on Wraith 26.G.VI which had been standing… | ||