Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Proposal letter from The Anger Manufacturing & Supply Co Ltd regarding their Center-Fed Spring Inserts for vehicle leaf springs. | ||
| View original record | TEST DEPT K3873 TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "BRAKJUSTER, PRESTON." TELEPHONE Nº 1033 PRESTON TELEGRAPHIC CODES: LIEBER'S. A.B.C. 5TH EDITION WESTERN UNION. THE ANGER MANUFACTURING & SUPPLY CO LTD… | ||
| scan0002 | Letter from Anger Manufacturing & Supply Co. Ltd. discussing Center-Fed Spring Inserts and requesting blueprints. | ||
| View original record | -2- We shall be very much obliged if you will let us have your comments as to what you think of these Center-Fed Spring Inserts, and whether you are willing to negotiate for same on a royalty basis.… | ||
| scan0003 | Advertisement and price list for 'Loton' abrasive tape and holders. | ||
| View original record | “LOTON” ABRASIVE TAPE. WE have put on the market a Tape which is much superior to Emery, we are selling this Tape under our Registered Trade Mark “LOTON.” Supplied in strips cut to length to suit our… | ||
| scan0004 | Product information sheet for the 'Loton' Abrasive Tape Holder. | ||
| View original record | "Loton" Abrasive Tape Holder. FULLY PROTECTED BY PATENTS THROUGHOUT THE WORLD. SAVES 75% OF THE WASTE IN THE USE OF ABRASIVE TAPE. THIS wonderful Holder allows the use of all the Tape except the ends… | ||
| scan0005 | Advertisement for Center-Fed Spring Inserts for lubricating leaf springs. | ||
| View original record | AT LAST. NOT AN ACCESSORY---A NECESSITY! Center-Fed Spring Inserts For Lubricating Spring Leaves of Motor Cars, Tramcars and Vehicle Springs of all descriptions where leaf spring type of springs are… | ||
| scan0006 | Letter from a supplier regarding a sample of weatherproof tape for covering motor-car laminated springs. | ||
| View original record | CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, INDIA OFFICE & G.P.O. TELEGRAMS: "CONNOLLYS BLACKLEY." TELEPHONE: CHEETHAM HILL 640 641 CODES: A.B.C. 5TH EDITION AND PRIVATE. INSULATED WIRE & CABLE… | ||
| scan0007 | Design, lubrication method, and advantages of a 'Kennedy Spring' model. | ||
| View original record | X.2628. To Hs. from E. c. to CJ. DA. RE. KENNEDY SPRING. We are sending you a model of the above which has been lent to us by the inventor. The spring bolt is drilled axially and also has a cross hole… | ||
| scan0008 | Patentability and feasibility of the Kennedy Spring design. | ||
| View original record | +3873 To E. from DA. c. to CJ. Hs. X.2626. DA3/M31.12.25. RE. KENNEDY SPRING. Thank you for passing on the model of the above spring to me. It is very doubtful whether this idea is patentable, though… | ||
| scan0009 | The 'Kennedy Spring' method for lubricating leaf springs using brass interleaving. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from E. K.2625 X3873 RE. KENNEDY SPRING. With reference to the method proposed by Messrs. Kennedy Bros. of lubricating a leaf spring from a single point by means of a brass or gun metal… | ||
| scan0010 | Patented device to revolutionize motor car springing. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Hs. X3873 CWB5/GM/13-4-26. A friend of mine, Vernon R. Gattie Esq., recently told me that an uncle of his had patented some wonderful device which completely revolutionised the springing of motor… | ||
| scan0011 | Gattie springs, comparing their complexity with Lancia's suspension and discussing tests to reduce friction in standard springs. | ||
| View original record | X3873 To CWB. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm2/LG14. 4. 26. GATTIE SPRINGS. X4048 We thank you for the particulars of the Gattie suspension. As you are aware we are fully alive to the advantages of the coil spring… | ||
| scan0012 | Kennedy Road Spring, attaching a letter to Kennedy Bros. and requesting the return of a model. | ||
| View original record | X.3873 To Hs. from E.² E1/M19.4.26. RE. KENNEDY ROAD SPRING. We attach herewith a copy of our letter to Messrs. Kennedy Bros. 5 Eden Vale, Sunderland. The model to which we refer was the one mentioned… | ||
| scan0013 | Letter to Messrs. Kennedy Bros. regarding the unsuitability of their patented spring with interleaves. | ||
| View original record | copy to BJ. c. to Hs. ELMSTEAD, WEST WITTERING, CHICHESTER. 19th. April 1926. Messrs. Kennedy Bros. 5, Eden Vale, Sunderland. Dear Sirs, In reply to your letter of the 12th.inst., we regret to inform… | ||
| scan0014 | Instructing the return of one model spring to Messrs. Kennedy Bros. in Sunderland following an inspection. | ||
| View original record | To BP. from Hs. c. to Mt. c. to E. Y3873 Hs4/LG22.4.26. We are sending into the Stores - 1 model springs. Will you please have this returned to Messrs. Kennedy Bros., 5, Eden Vale, Sunderland. This… | ||
| scan0015 | Letter acknowledging receipt of a model spring and noting that a spanner was missing from the parcel. | ||
| View original record | +3873 [Stamp: RECEIVED 29 APR 1926] 5 Eden Vale. Sunderland. April 28th 1926. Messrs Rolls-Royce, Ltd. Nightingale Road. Derby. Dear Sirs, We beg to acknowledge receipt of parcel enclosing Model… | ||
| scan0016 | Instructing Stores to dispatch a spanner to a customer. | ||
| View original record | To BP. from Hs. c. to Mt. X5873 Hs5/LG29.4.26. We are sending into the Stores :- 1 Spanner. Will you please have this despatched to T.W.Kennedy Esq., 5, Eden Vale, Sunderland. We omitted to return… | ||
| scan0017 | 'Stabilisateur Sogetin' anti-rolling device and comparing it to an in-house designed alternative. | ||
| View original record | To PN. from Hs/Rm. X3873 Hs/Rm6/LG14.8.28. STABILISATEUR SOGETIN. We have carefully considered this device. In effect it is an anti rolling arrangement. We used the same principle in a simplified form… | ||
| scan0018 | Blueprint comparing a complex stabilizer device with a simpler torsion rod-based arrangement. | ||
| View original record | 3 DOGETIN STABILISATEUR. THE SOMEWHAT COMPLICATED UPPER DEVICE CAN BE REPLACED BY THE LOWER ARRANGEMENT WHICH IS A SIMPLE ROD IN TORSION ANCHORED TO THE FRAME BY A JOURNAL BEARING IN THE CENTRE, ITS… | ||
| scan0019 | Testing of 'Stabilisateur Socetin' suspension parts from Belgium. | ||
| View original record | S/W (Hs) X3873 PN.1/WT16.8.28. Stabilisateur Socetin. With reference to your Hs/Rm6/LG14.8.28 do I understand that you would rather not carry out the test with the parts coming over from Belgium for… | ||
| scan0020 | Novelty and feasibility of fitting a 'Stabilisateur Socetin' device. | ||
| View original record | To PN. from Hs/Rn. X3873 Hs/Rm3/LG16. 8. 28. STABILISATEUR SOCETIN. With reference to PNL/WT16. 8. 28. You will have appreciated from our last memo. on the subject that there is nothing new or novel… | ||
| scan0021 | 'Stabilisateur Socetin' device, its lack of novelty, and the challenges of fitting it. | ||
| View original record | To PN. from Hs/Rm. 43873 Hs/Rm3/LG16. 8.28. STABILISATEUR SOCETIN. With reference to PN1/WT16. 8. 28. You will have appreciated from our last memo. on the subject that there is nothing new or novel… | ||
| scan0022 | Requesting the return of a blueprint for the Socetin stabiliser. | ||
| View original record | X3873 PN.5/WT23.8.28. S/W. Hs.....from PN. STABILISATEUR SOCETIN. I am asked to return to the people interested in the stabiliser, the blue print which was sent to you. Will you therefore please let… | ||
| scan0023 | Confirming the return of a 'Socetin Stabilisateur'. | ||
| View original record | Y3873 To PN. from Hs/Rn. Hs/Rn6/LG24. 8.28. STABILISATEUR SOCETIN. We are returning to you herewith the Socetin Stablisateur as requested in your PN5/WT23. 8.28. Hs/Rn. | ||
| scan0024 | Letter from a mechanical engineer discussing the performance of rear springs and shock absorbers. | ||
| View original record | X3873 Clarence A. Brock, Mechanical Engineer, Detroit COPY 1545 Glynn Court, October 18, 1928. Mr. M. Olley Rolls Royce of America, Inc., Springfield, Mass. X3873 X728 Dear Sir:- Enclosed please find… | ||
| scan0025 | Letter discussing the design and potential of Mr. C.A. Brock's frictionless road springs. | ||
| View original record | X3873 Prints Put away ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. OY6.R.11.19.28 November 19th, 1928. Mr. E. W. Hives, Mr. Robotham, Rolls Royce Ltd., Derby, England. c - Mr. R.W.H. Bailey RE ROAD… | ||
| scan0026 | Letter discussing a spring design flaw and the confidentiality of the matter due to patent status. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - OY6.R.11.19.28 November 19th, 1928. In the drawing the rear end of the spring as shown would plow into the coachwork, but this has nothing to do with the principle. I understand that he does not… | ||
| scan0027 | United States patent document for a spring design. | ||
| View original record | C. A. BROCK. SPRING. 1,380,523. APPLICATION FILED FEB. 5, 1917. Patented June 7, 1921. Fig. 1. Fig. 2. Fig. 3. Fig. 4. Fig. 5. Fig. 6. Fig. 7. Inventor Clarence A. Brock. By Chas. W. Kennell, Jr.… | ||
| scan0028 | United States Patent specification for an improvement in springs. | ||
| View original record | UNITED STATES PATENT OFFICE. CLARENCE A. BROCK, OF DETROIT, MICHIGAN. SPRING. 1,380,523. Specification of Letters Patent. Patented June 7, 1921. Application filed February 5, 1917. Serial No. 146,605.… | ||
| scan0029 | Specification for a leaf spring assembly with interlocking plates. | ||
| View original record | Similar reference characters refer to similar parts in the different figures. Referring particularly to Figs. 1 and 2, 1, 1 indicate the plates, the same being of maximum width midway of their… | ||
| scan0030 | Page 3 of a patent application detailing eight claims for an improved leaf spring design for vehicles. | ||
| View original record | 1,380,523 3 improvements. It will be obvious also that the end thrust or shock on the spring, instead of being carried by a single leaf, is distributed between all the leaves. More-over, in assembling… | ||
| scan0031 | Internal memorandum evaluating the advantages and disadvantages of the Farnsworth spring suspension system. | ||
| View original record | WOR THE FARNSWORTH SPRING SUSPENSION. Referring to the above matter which I regret I have been unable to deal with earlier, due to pressure of our own problems, the position is as follows :- RECEIVED… | ||
| scan0032 | Critique of a vehicle's rear axle and suspension design, discussing potential issues and applications. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - road wheel moving round the axis on which it is located. This causes high stress on axle shafts and transmission, and would cause slipping between the tyre and the road, which would cause… | ||
| scan0033 | Forwarding a communication and a report from Super Suspension, Ltd. for review. | ||
| View original record | X3873. F6/JL.7.1.31. To Hs. from F. Copy to Wor. SUPER SUSPENSION, LTD. ----------------- With reference to F43/JL.18.12.30, we have received a further communication from these people dated the 6th… | ||
| scan0034 | Consulting engineer's letter of opinion concerning the utility of the 'Super-Suspension' invention for laminated springs. | ||
| View original record | MAJOR E. G. E. BEAUMONT O.B.E. (Mil.), Assoc.M.Inst.C.E.,M.I.Mech.E,M.I.A.E. M.Inst., M.S.A.E.(U.S.A.) CONSULTING ENGINEER. Telegraphic Address: Vibromotor, Estrand, London. Telephone No: Temple Bar… | ||
| scan0035 | The advantages and performance of Super-Suspension anti-friction plates compared to standard laminated springs. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - lubricant from the surfaces of the springs most needing it, and where the contact pressure is highest. Super-Suspension anti-friction plates definitely remove this disadvantage, and virtually… | ||
| scan0036 | Benefits and test results of Super-Suspension anti-friction plates. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - Although these tests are preliminary in character, and insufficient to be generally representative or conclusive, I am satisfied from the information I have gained, that the Super-Suspension… | ||
| scan0037 | Dismissing a suspension device from Super Suspension Ltd. as it is similar to a previously rejected one. | ||
| View original record | R3873. To F. From Hs/Rn. c. to Wor. Hs/Rn.4/MJ.13.1.31. SUPER SUSPENSION LTD. With reference to F6/JL7.1.31. This device is exactly similar to that known as the "Rectaskid" which we tested some five… | ||
| scan0038 | Investigation into the cost of Bentley's road springs compared to the 40/50 model, and a proposal to test B. and D. shock absorbers. | ||
| View original record | (Handwritten top left) Hs (Handwritten top center) X3873.- To R. from SG. Copy to EH. E. Mr. Hs. re Springing. Sg12/E4.4.32 As the result of our investigation into Bentley's we found that they had… | ||
| scan0039 | Cover note forwarding a letter from Messrs. Samuel Fox & Co. Ltd. regarding a set of 20/25 HP Chassis Springs. | ||
| View original record | 83873. By. c. to Hs. Roy/Dn3/BH29.8.32. We attach hereto copy of a letter which we have this morning received from Messrs. Samuel Fox & Co. Ltd., relative to the set of 20/25 HP. Chassis Springs… | ||
| scan0040 | Letter from a supplier regarding the modification of rear axle springs from 9 to 11 leaves. | ||
| View original record | COPY. SAMUEL FOX & COMPANY LIMITED, STOCKSBRIDGE WORKS, NR. SHEFFIELD. Your ref. Royll/MG. Our ref. JM/H. 27th Aug, 1932. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., DERBY. Dear Sirs, With reference to the experimental… | ||
| scan0041 | Requesting a blueprint for road springs supplied by Samuel Fox & Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | Roy. c. Hs. c. E. 85873 BY/Mtn15/N.30.8.32. Re: Road Springs from Samuel Fox & Co.Ltd., Referring to your memo Roy/Dn3/BH.29.8.32, together with copy of letter from Messrs.Samuel Fox & Co.Ltd., will… | ||
| scan0042 | Practicality of suspension schemes, specifically the articulation of rear wheels and an analysis of the Dubonnet system. | ||
| View original record | HS/Rm. FROM R. X3873 R1/M30.11.32. C. to SG. WOR. PN. DA. E. BY. HDY. X7410 X5410 CAR WORK - SUSPENSION. We have long agreed that the front wheels ought to be articulated so that gyrostatic forces do… | ||
| scan0043 | Testing and comparison of different road springs, including Woodhead, Peregrine, and Firth's. | ||
| View original record | 83854 ROY. from Hs/Les. c. BY. c. E. c. Wor. Hs/Les.1/KT.13.1.33. WOODHEAD ROAD SPRINGS. From previous experience, we are not seriously interested in any road springs which are not drilled and grooved… | ||
| scan0044 | Letter to Thos. Firth & Sons Ltd regarding specifications for a Bentley rear road spring. | ||
| View original record | 84489. Hs/Rm.9/KT. January 24th 1933. Thos. Firth & Sons, Ltd, Norfolk Works, Sheffield. Dear Sirs, Further to our conversation on the 23rd inst. the total deflection of the Bentley rear road spring,… | ||
| scan0045 | Merits and history of road springs from different manufacturers. | ||
| View original record | Hs. X4429 C. Wor. C. Roy. C. E. BY.3/G.26.1.33. LES See me Hs RE: ROAD SPRINGS. X3854 I think it is important in discussing the merits of different types of road springs produced by different makers… | ||
| scan0046 | Blueprint comparing two rear leaf spring designs, one with 5 plates and the other with 6 plates. | ||
| View original record | REAR SPRING TO ROLLS-ROYCE DRG F.B. 22 5-PLATES. 750 LBS LOAD. 4" DEFLECTION DUE TO LOAD. 25". 19 1/2". 8 5/8". 9". 20 3/8". TOTAL DEPTH 1.45". MAINPLATE .30 THICK. RANGE OF STRESS TO THE LOADED… | ||
| scan0047 | Letter discussing the estimated finished weights for 5, 6, and 7 plate Rear Springs for the Bentley Type Car. | ||
| View original record | THOS FIRTH & JOHN BROWN LTD. INCORPORATING THE WHOLE OF THE UNDERTAKING OF THOS FIRTH & SONS LTD AND THE STEEL BUSINESS PREVIOUSLY CARRIED ON BY JOHN BROWN & CO LTD ATLAS & NORFOLK WORKS SHEFFIELD. 1… | ||
| scan0048 | Requesting an order for Woodhead axle springs for J.II and 25HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | Y3854. Roy/MS. From Hs/Les. Hs/Les.3/MA.26.1.33. WOODHEAD AXLE SPRINGS . With reference to the discussion with Messrs. Woodhead on 23rd.inst. Will you please order the following springs for J.II… | ||
| scan0049 | Performance history and merits of road springs from different manufacturers. | ||
| View original record | X3854 COPY. Hs. c. Wor. c. Roy. c. E. ----- BY.3/G.26.1.33. X4429 ROAD SPRINGS. ----------- I think it is important in discussing the merits of different types of road springs produced by different… | ||
| scan0050 | Letter from a spring manufacturer requesting measurement information for an F.B. Type Spring order. | ||
| View original record | 83854. JONAS WOODHEAD & SONS LTD. TRADE MARK REGISTERED. MANUFACTURERS OF LAMINATED SPRINGS FOR ROLLING STOCK ROAD OR RAIL REG'D OFFICE AND WORKS: KIRKSTALL ROAD, LEEDS. LONDON OFFICE: 17, VICTORIA… | ||
| scan0051 | Letter to Jonas Woodhead & Sons Ltd. providing specifications for a Bentley rear road spring. | ||
| View original record | 83854 Expl. Dept. Hs/Rm.2/MJ. 30th. January 1933. Messrs. Jonas Woodhead & Sons. Ltd., Kirstall Road, Leeds. Dear Sirs, Further to our conversation on the 23rd.inst. and your letter of the 27th.inst.,… | ||
| scan0052 | Letter to Thos. Firth & John Brown Ltd regarding a delay in ordering thicker plate springs for a Bentley car due to uncertainty about body weights. | ||
| View original record | 84479. HS/Rm.3/KT. January 30th 1933. Thos.Firth & John Brown Ltd, Atlas & Norfolk Works, Sheffield 1. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 26th inst, ref HWP/3/33, together with the drawing… | ||
| scan0053 | Comparison and sourcing of road springs from different manufacturers like Firth's and Woodhead's. | ||
| View original record | Private Y3854. Hs. Roy H. from Wor. Worl/T31.1.33. Re Road Springs. I quite agree that we should have the history of all the springs delivered for this particular type produced by the different… | ||
| scan0054 | Order request for two sets of Woodhead road springs for a Peregrine with different load ratings. | ||
| View original record | Y3854. Roy/MS.From Hs/Les. Hs/Les.2/MA.31.1.33. Will you please order the following Woodhead road springs for Peregrine. 1 set of Low rating. Front F.100095 Load 600 lbs. Rear F.100099 Load 800 lbs.… | ||
| scan0055 | Comparative testing of Woodhead road springs against Firth's for the Peregrine car. | ||
| View original record | 3854. To Wor. From Hs. c. to By. c. to Roy. c. to E. Hs.4/MJ.31.1.33. ROAD SPRINGS. Replying to Wor.1/T31.1.33. We are satisfied that Woodhead springs are likely to give equal results on the road to… | ||
| scan0056 | Request to issue an order for a pair of special Bensport rear road springs supplied by Messrs Woodhead. | ||
| View original record | X3854 ROY/MS. from Hs/Les. Hs/Les.8/KT.1.2.33. Will you please issue an order to cover a pair of special Bensport rear road springs which Messrs Woodhead are supplying, with reference to our letter… | ||
| scan0057 | Letter from Jonas Woodhead & Sons concerning the design and weight of special rear springs, type FB-22-26. | ||
| View original record | X3854 JONAS WOODHEAD & SONS, LTD., TRADE MARK MANUFACTURERS OF LAMINATED SPRINGS FOR ROLLING STOCK ROAD OR RAIL REGISTERED. REG'D OFFICE AND WORKS: KIRKSTALL ROAD, LEEDS. LONDON OFFICE: 17, VICTORIA… | ||
| scan0058 | Requesting a final report on sample Peregrine Axle Springs from Messrs. Jonas Woodhead. | ||
| View original record | LES X3854 see me HS To Hs. from ROY. ROY3/MG20.2.33 Following our various conversations re Axle Springs, kindly advise if you are now in a position to let us have a final report on the sample… | ||
| scan0059 | Requesting an alteration to an order for front road springs from Messrs Woodheads, changing the camber and part numbers. | ||
| View original record | x 3814 ROY/Ms. Hs/Les.8/KT.28.2.33. We have on order from Messrs Woodheads - 2 Front road springs F.100095 - 600 lbs. 2 Front road springs F.100493 - 600 lbs. Owing to an alteration in the rear… | ||
| scan0060 | The requirement for new front road springs with increased negative camber for Peregrine V and VI models. | ||
| View original record | X.3854 RHC. from Hs/Les. Hs/Les.7/KT. 28.2.33. FRONT ROAD SPRINGS FOR PER.5 & 6 With the lowered steering box and new rear anchorage of the front spring, it is necessary to give the front spring an… | ||
| scan0061 | Requesting an order for 25 HP road springs and discussing delivery delays from the supplier. | ||
| View original record | ROY/MS. from Hs/Les. X3814 Hs/Les.5/KT.12.4.33. Will you please order a set of 25 HP. road springs from Messrs Woodhead. Front. 1 off. F.58606. 800 lbs. 1 off. F.58607. 850 lbs. Rear. 2 off. F.58611.… | ||
| scan0062 | Choice between Woodhead and Firth's road springs for the 25 HP and Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | Y3854 To Sg. From Hs. c. to WOP. c. to E. c. to Da. c. to By. c. to Roy. Hs.6/MJ.23.5.33. Re. WOODHEAD ROAD SPRINGS. In our memo Hs.2/RT.7.4.33 we stated that 18-G4. car would be going to France… | ||
| scan0063 | Request to order a similar pair of road springs with a higher load capacity but with a specific dead weight. | ||
| View original record | x3874 To ROY/Ms. from Hs/Les. Hs/Les.6/KT.7.6.33. Messrs Woodhead recently supplied us with some special lightened Bensport rear road springs to FB.26. 750 lbs. load. The dead weight of these springs… | ||
| scan0064 | Oil pressure test results for Firths rolled eye low rated springs on a 40/50 bumper chassis. | ||
| View original record | X6029 20.11.33. OIL PRESSURE TESTS ON FIRTHS ROLLED EYE LOW RATED SPRINGS ON 40/50 BUMPER CHASSIS. POSITION OF SPRING: | PRESSURE APPLIED LBS/SQ:IN: | FRONT OR REAR EYE: | POSITIONS OF LEAKS &… | ||
| scan0065 | Design scheme for an independent front wheel suspension system. | ||
| View original record | FROM DA. C to SG. WOR. HS. A3873 LFS DAL/416.2.33 P. 2. INDEPENDENT FRONT WHEEL SUSPENSION. Herewith we send N. sch. 3645. - arrangement of wheel hub, steering head, and brakes, on the above. We have… | ||
| scan0066 | Scheme 3679 for an independent front wheel suspension, comparing the proposed system to the Lancia system. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM DA. E LES DA1/M7.3.33. C. to SG. WOR. HS. E. HDY. X 3673 INDEPENDENT FRONT WHEEL SUSPENSION. Herewith we send N. scheme 3679. - Arrangement of the central cylinder and springs on the above… | ||
| scan0067 | Proposal to change the engine suspension cross member from a bronze casting to steel. | ||
| View original record | PY. FROM DA. X 3873 DA2/M13.4.33. C. to SG. WOH. HS. E. HDY. P. 2. INDEPENDENT SUSPENSION OF FRONT WHEELS. We pointed out on N. sch. 3711. that we did not care for the bronze casting at the end of the… | ||
| scan0068 | Various layouts for an independent front wheel suspension system. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM DA. X3873 DA1/16.4.33. C. to SG. WCR. HS. H. INDEPENDENT FRONT WHEEL SUSPENSION. We send herewith further layouts in connection, namely, (1) N. sch. 3681. - Steering & brake operating… | ||
| scan0069 | Modification to the independent front wheel suspension cylinder for an oil filler. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM DA. X3873 DA2/M25.4.33. C. to SG. WOR. HS. E. HDY. P.2. INDEPENDENT FRONT WHEEL SUSPENSION. Herewith we send N. sch. 3731. shewing a modification to the cylinder end to provide a seating for… | ||
| scan0070 | Modifications to the radiator suspension and water outlet for the independent front wheel suspension system. | ||
| View original record | E/Y. FROM DA. C. to SC. WCR. HS. E. HDY. A 3873 DA6/M25.4.33. P. 2. Independent front wheel suspension. N. sch. 3713. shewed a radiator suspension with which we were not quite satisfied, and we… | ||
| scan0071 | Technical memo discussing and comparing different chassis suspension systems, particularly the Dubonnet type and an independent front wheel springing design. | ||
| View original record | x 387 3. To Hs. from E. c. Wor. Dr. E.4/HP.23.5.33. re Chassis Suspensions. Referring to Oy's letter of the 12th May, the views he puts forward are very interesting, but in one or two respects we do… | ||
| scan0072 | Proposals for R. H. Smith's Springs, with an attached letter and blueprints. | ||
| View original record | S/W To Hs/Rm. from F. Copy to Wor. X38/3. F5/JL.21.7.33. R. H. SMITH'S SPRINGS. Please see the attached copy of a letter, together with descriptive blue prints, regarding the above. Will you please… | ||
| scan0073 | Letter regarding blueprints and models for a new spring design invented by R.H. Smith of Brisbane. | ||
| View original record | COPY C/O BANK OF NEW SOUTH WALES, 29 Threadneedle St., London, E.C.2. 18th July, 1933. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., 15 Conduit St., W.1. Dear Sirs, Enclosed are blue prints of some springs invented by… | ||
| scan0074 | Diagrams of two different leaf spring assemblies. | ||
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| scan0075 | Blueprint showing comparative performance tests between a patented leaf spring and a normal leaf spring. | ||
| View original record | PAT. U.K. 368.313/30. Top middle graph: VIBRATIONS PER MINUTE LOAD - LBS. PATENT SPRING NORMAL SPRING Top right graph: DEFLECTION TESTS LOADING AND UNLOADING LOAD - LBS. NORMAL SPRING PATENT SPRING… | ||
| scan0076 | Design and potential improvements of independent road wheel suspension systems. | ||
| View original record | x3873 To HOR. from E. c.c. Hs. By. Ba. Independent Road Wheel Suspension. I have seen now a number of the independent road wheel suspension systems, but quite the majority of them employ the road… | ||
| scan0077 | Secret memo regarding the front wheel independent suspension layout and outsourcing bodywork for the P.2 model. | ||
| View original record | ~3673 TO DAT FROM EV. SECRET. EV1/26.10.33. COPY FOR C.S. HS. (C.S. is struck through) RE INDEPENDANT FRONT WHEEL SUSPENSION. We return to you herewith the original layout of the front wheel… | ||
| scan0078 | Auxiliary pull-off springs for the front brake operating system on vehicles with independent front wheels. | ||
| View original record | X3173. To BY. from Da. ------------- c.c. Hs. ------- Da.2/HP.3.11.33. ----------------- Independent Front Wheels. ------------------------- Herewith is N. Sch. 3865 shewing auxiliary pull off springs… | ||
| scan0079 | The modification of the front end to fit a frame tie bar for an independent front wheel chassis. | ||
| View original record | X3873. To EH. from Da. c. Hs. Da.2/HP.10.11.33. Independent Front Wheels - P.2. In order to use a frame tie bar on the steering side of the above chassis, it is necessary to modify the front end… | ||
| scan0080 | Quoting positive feedback from America regarding the Phantom-II chassis and its riding qualities. | ||
| View original record | HS X3673 To Wor. from Sg. Copy to E. Hs. Whr. re America. Sg1/E13.11.33 In a letter from Mr. Inskip relative to further supplies of chassis he says: "The Phantom-II has met with the warmest reception… | ||
| scan0081 | Testing of an independent front wheel suspension system and associated chassis rigidity improvements. | ||
| View original record | x8973 To Sg. } from E. Nor. } c. Hs. Hy. Da. K.5/HP.14.11.33. Independent Front Wheel Suspension. In testing the above system on 27-EX we must be prepared for results which as regards steering effects… | ||
| scan0082 | Chassis design, including frame rigidity, independent suspension, and engine mounting. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - E.5/HP.14.11.33. a separate unit in the manufacturing programme. Some departure in the steering connections is necessary to make this construction possible, but so far as we have gone we believe… | ||
| scan0083 | Improved rear seating wells and front wings for a Continental Phantom car. | ||
| View original record | Y3873 To Sg. From Hs. C. to Wor. C. to C. C. to Cx. C. to R. C. to WV. Hs.S/IJ.18.11.33. x7120 Re. Continental Phantom. The improved wells in the rear of the car to provide seating accomodation for… | ||
| scan0084 | Comparing figures for independent front wheel suspension with the Phantom II model. | ||
| View original record | To EV. from Da. c. Mr. Hives. Rim x3873 Da.1/HP.29.11.33. Independent Front Wheel Suspension. --------------------------------- Herewith is N. Sch. 3889, giving diagrams and a table of instantaneous… | ||
| scan0085 | Preliminary test figures for independent wheel suspension. | ||
| View original record | X3813 To Da. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm.4/KT.6.12.33. INDEPENDENT WHEEL SUSPENSION. Here are.some preliminary figures on the independent wheel suspension which we took the other day, which may be of interest… | ||
| scan0086 | Comparison of steering effort required for models 27-EX and 22-EX under various conditions. | ||
| View original record | COMPARISON OF STEERING 27-EX & 22-EX. 30.11.33. PULL REQUIRED ON STEERING WHEEL TO TURN ROAD WHEELS. (LBS). WHEELS ON GREASED PLATES. Position of Road Wheels. 27-EX. 22-EX. Straight pulling to right.… | ||
| scan0087 | Investigation of independent front wheel springing, including purchasing an American car and reviewing the Mercedes Benz patent. | ||
| View original record | COPY x3873 To E. from Sg. Copy to Wor. Hs. By. Bn. Da. Sg.3/E.19.1.34. Re. Indepedent Front Wheel Springing Suspension. ----------------- Referring to E.1/HP.17.1.34, I am in favour of Rm. bringing… | ||
| scan0088 | Collection of information on independent front wheel springing, referencing developments in the U.S.A. | ||
| View original record | X3873 COPY. To Sg. from Hs. Hs.13/MJ.23.1.34. c. to E. c. to Wor. c. to By. c. to Bn. c. to Da. c. to Rm. Re. Independent Front Wheel Springing. Referring to Sg.3/E19.1.34. Rm. realised before he went… | ||
| scan0089 | To Cadillac detailing proposed alterations to the 27-EX independent suspension system and analyzing its performance. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Hs/Les. c/o. Cadillac Motor Car Coy., Detroit, Michigan, U.S.A. X3873 Hs/Les.19/KW25.1.34. Independent Suspension. -------------------- We were very interested in your information re the… | ||
| scan0090 | Steering road shocks, self-centering issues, and comparisons with Cadillac's steering and damper design. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Les.19/KW.25.1.34. Steering road shocks are considerably worse than a standard car. We hope the improved geometry of the 3 piece X steering tube will overcome this fault. To save adding extra… | ||
| scan0091 | Technical report on comparison tests and issues with an independent front wheel suspension system, specifically regarding pitching and buffer springs. | ||
| View original record | To Eg. from Hs/Les. C. to Wor. C. to R. C. to Hy. C. to Ds. C. to Hdy. x3873 INDEPENDENT FRONT WHEEL SUSPENSION - 27-EX. ---------------------------------------- The present state of our scheme is a… | ||
| scan0092 | Proposed modifications for steering geometry, self-centreing, shock dampers, and radiator mounting. | ||
| View original record | -2- wings. Temporarily we shall use wings as fitted to production chassis for test. STEERING. Road shocks are distinctly inferior to our standard car. This we think is due to the bad geometry of the… | ||
| scan0093 | Diagrams illustrating suspension behaviour on corners and comparing present vs. experimental steering tubes. | ||
| View original record | FIG. I, BUMP., STOP, BUFFER, REBOUND, BUFFER, STOP., LEFT HAND CORNERS., FIG. II, PRESENT X STEERING TUBE., EXPERIMENTAL XSTEERING TUBE., ROLLS-ROYCE, LTD., PRINT ROOM, JAN 26 1934, DERBY | ||
| scan0094 | Technical memo discussing the effects and development of an independent front wheel suspension system. | ||
| View original record | X3873 To Hs. from E. E.3/HP.27.1.34. c. Sg. Wor. By. Da. Hdy. By/NW. [Handwritten note on left margin: Our point with the 3 Roods] Independent Front Wheel Suspension - 27-EX.… | ||
| scan0095 | Suspension, radiator mounting, and steering systems for future models. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - with conventional springing, both with pronounced transverse pivot lean, both shewing the same defect of heavy steering when parking or turning right angle bends. We are therefore very keen to… | ||
| scan0096 | Proposed improvements and development trials for an independent springing system. | ||
| View original record | X3873 To Sg. and Wor. from E. c. Hs. By. Bu. Da. re Independent Springing. In connection with the Rolls-Royce scheme of independent springing we are pushing on with attention to the following items:-… | ||
| scan0097 | Incomplete springing specification, noting the Vulture model likely needs stiffer rear springs. | ||
| View original record | To Rn. from Hs/Les. X3873 Hs/Les.13/KW.31.1.34. I hope the enclosed information will supply your wants. The springing specification is still incomplete, but is quite up to date as far as it goes. The… | ||
| scan0098 | Specification sheet detailing buffer clearances and alterations for the front suspension of the 27-EX model. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Hs/Les. Hs/Les.14/KW.31.1.34. Buffer Clearances - 27-EX. -------------------- Together with the attached sketch the following figures show the alteration in the front suspension with the… | ||
| scan0099 | Table listing the weights of front chassis components for various models. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Hs/Les. Hs/Les.15/KW.31.1.34. Weights of Front of Chassis. -------------------------- CHASSIS AXLE WITH CONTROL PAIR OF ROAD SPRINGS PAIR OF WHEELS. 40/50 HP. 233 lbs. wt. Type 1150 lbs.… | ||
| scan0100 | Character of work and increased costs associated with manufacturing springs for the Terraplane model. | ||
| View original record | Sg. [crossed out] c. Hsr. [crossed out] c. Hs. BY.1/G.31.1.34. X3873 TERRAPLANE - RE: CHARACTER OF WORK IN THE SPRINGS. ---------------------------------------------------- Sg.20/E.30.1.34. With… | ||
| scan0101 | Eliminating spring failures, comparing the value for money from suppliers Woodheads and Firths for Bentley springs. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - BY.1/G. 31.1.34. of proportion to their duty. We must always bear in mind the fact that we have eliminated spring failure completely which some years ago was so high as to mean that 50% of our… | ||
| scan0102 | Character of work on springs for the Terraplane model. | ||
| View original record | X3873? To BY. From Sg. Copy to Wor.Hs. Terraplane - Character of Work in the Springs. Sg9/E1.2.34 Thanks for BY.1/G.31.1.34. It rather reads as if you had taken my former memo. as an attack, whereas… | ||
| scan0103 | Letter from Horstman Limited regarding their back-wheel suspension system and offering a demonstration. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten Top: By X3873 Handwritten Left Margin: I turned this down as it seemed to be really out-of-ordinary line but you CONTRACTORS TO H.M. WAR OFFICE. Telegrams: "Horstman Cars. Bath." Telephone… | ||
| scan0104 | The design principles of an independent suspension system with diagrams illustrating caster loss. | ||
| View original record | 3873 COPY OF REPORT RECEIVED FROM Rs. IN U.S.A. DATED 31.1.34. To AG. from Hs/Rs. c. to HOF. c. to E. c. to Dy. c. to Da. c. to Hdy. Hs/Rs.4/KW.12.2.34. INDEPENDENT SUSPENSION. (a) The loss of caster… | ||
| scan0105 | Suspension geometry effects, comparing Dubonnet and Cadillac systems, with an accompanying blueprint. | ||
| View original record | -2- HS/Rm.4/IGR.12.2.34. over-self-centering effect which is so objectionable. This effect is reduced if the wheel angle to the ground is straightened up as the spring deflects, and this is… | ||
| scan0106 | Analysis of competitor vehicle suspension systems, weight distribution, and damping characteristics. | ||
| View original record | -3- (D) OPEL ARRANGEMENT. When cornering, centrifugal Force X acts on the mass of the spring container and produces a troque which tends to cancel the self-centering of the wheel. (E) WEIGHT… | ||
| scan0107 | Technical note with a blueprint discussing the potential use of torsion shafts for main springs. | ||
| View original record | -4- They are now flirting with using torsion shafts for the main spring instead of coil or leaf springs. [Blueprint labels] 18" TORSION SHAFTS RUBBER This has not reached a production stage as yet, in… | ||
| scan0108 | Self-centering, wheel spoking, and a detailed analysis of Cadillac's 8, 12, and 16-cylinder engines. | ||
| View original record | -5- (J) We had an argument about self-centering. I believe so much out of centre point as 2 1/2" is bound to give excessive centering with 5º king pin angle transverse lean, and even with the 3 1/2º… | ||
| scan0109 | Damper flywheel with a Micarta tube, and a variable pitch cooling fan. | ||
| View original record | -6- it experimentally for a few weeks, but are very enthusiastic about its efficiency. They have run 15 hrs. endurance at 4250 revs. The Micarta is used as a tube to drive the flywheel as indicated in… | ||
| scan0110 | Governor-controlled fanspeed drive with an accompanying diagram. | ||
| View original record | -7- Ha/Rm.4/KW.12.2.34. the radiator and give almost complete silence, and at the same time be enormously efficient for hill-climbing. It will also be at least worthy of trial on the tank, though I… | ||
| scan0111 | Data sheet detailing weight, periodicities, tyre pressures, and buffer clearances for a Pontiac vehicle. | ||
| View original record | Springing File X3873 PONTIAC WEIGHT. T. c. q. lbs. Front. - 15 0 21 Rear. - 14 2 21 Periodicities. Front 76. per/min. Rear 76. per/min. Tyre Pressures. NSF. 19 lbs/sq.in. NSR. 39 lbs/sq.in. OSF. 18½ "… | ||
| scan0112 | Road test report on a car with independent front wheel suspension, detailing performance and suggesting modifications. | ||
| View original record | X3873 To Mr. from Da. La.3/HP.30.1.34. c.Sgr.Wor. Hs. Hsy. By. Independent Front Wheel Suspension. --------------------------------- I had this car out last week-end and did a good run over a great… | ||
| scan0113 | Technical analysis of vehicle steering, suspension, and handling characteristics. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Da.1/HP.30.1.34. continuously, not violently, but a small movement all the time. This seems likely to be geometry. We have investigated the application of the Spectre type of steering which… | ||
| scan0114 | Temporary modification to the steering linkage to improve the geometry of the independent front wheel suspension. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from Da. c. E. R. By. LES X3873 Da.1/HP.7.2.34. Independent Front Wheel Suspension. -------------------------------- Herewith is a print of N. Sch.3967, a sketch of the suggested modification… | ||
| scan0115 | Confirming an appointment with Monsieur Andre Dubonnet regarding his Pontiac and a potential part-exchange for a new Bentley. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Hs. --- GRAY X3873 Bly.17/HEM.20.2.34. re: Monsieur Andre Dubonnet, staying at The Ritz Hotel, W.1. ------------------------------------------ Confirming my conversation with you, the above is… | ||
| scan0116 | Telegram received by telephone regarding a cancelled appointment with Mr. Dubonnet. | ||
| View original record | Phoned to Hs. at 11.26 /by Roc ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. X 1775 / 3873 TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 11-25 Date: 22/2/34 To: Hives Roycar By: OSL from: London R 1049 Mr Dubonnet cancels… | ||
| scan0117 | Advantages and disadvantages of the Dubonnet suspension system. | ||
| View original record | X3873 To E. from Da. c.c. Sg. Hor. Hs. By. Hdy. Da.1/HP.27.2.34. Dubonnet Suspension The Dubonnet suspension as fitted to the Pontiac which we tried yesterday has the advantage of being simpler than… | ||
| scan0118 | Visit from Monsieur Dubonnet regarding the potential use of his independent wheel suspension system. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. From Hs. C. to For. C. to E. C. to Sc. C. to By. C. to Hsy. C. to Fv. INDEPENDENT WHEEL SUSPENSION. We had a visit yesterday of Mons. Dubonnet. It will be remembered that we tried a Hispano car… | ||
| scan0119 | Confirming the arrangement to send an experimental 20/25 car to France for Mons. Dubonnet to fit an independent wheel suspension scheme. | ||
| View original record | X3873 To Hs. from Sg. Copy to Wor.E. DA.BY.Hdy.Ev. Independent Wheel Suspension. Sg13/E5.3.34 Referring to Hs.11/MJ.27.2.34 and Ba.1/HP.27.2.34 and our conversation last Friday, this is to confirm and… | ||
| scan0120 | Confirmation letter regarding a car, a '25', left at Lillie Hall by Monsieur André Dubonnet. | ||
| View original record | X3873 S/W. Hs. --- Bly.7/HEM.8.3.34. re: Monsieur André Dubonnet. This is to confirm that I told M. Dubonnet that you would be writing him in Paris concerning the matter you discussed over the… | ||
| scan0121 | Proposals for fitting a Dubonnet suspension system to a 25 HP car. | ||
| View original record | 8373 Mr. Slater. (Paris). Hs.7/MJ.8.3.34. Last week we had a visit of Mme. and Mons. Dubonnet. He brought with him a Pontiac car fitted with his form of suspension. I have since had a discussion with… | ||
| scan0122 | Letter from André Dubonnet to Mr. Hives regarding the installation of his system on a Bentley and requesting drawings. | ||
| View original record | ANDRÉ DUBONNET 33, RUE DES GRAVIERS (114, BOULEVARD MAURICE-BARRÈS) NEUILLY TÉL. MAILLOT 19-96 83873 Neuilly, 9th March 1934 Mr. H I V E S ROLLS ROYCE Ltd D E R B Y My dear Mr.Hives, Mr Blaney of… | ||
| scan0123 | Letter to Mons. André Dubonnet arranging a meeting to discuss a proposition. | ||
| View original record | 83873 Expl. Dept. Hs.2/MJ. 12th. March 1934. Mons. André Dubonnet, 33, Rue Des Graviers, (114, Boulevard Maurice-Barrès) Neuilly. My dear Mons. Dubonnet, We thank you for your letter of the 9th.inst.… | ||
| scan0124 | Conversation with M. Dubonnet regarding the transformation of a 25 HP chassis to incorporate Dubonnet Suspension. | ||
| View original record | COPY. x3873 To: "Hs" Derby. Sr4/Crn.14.3.34. Re: Dubonnet Suspension. I duly received your memo. Hs. 7/MJ, dated the 8th inst. and immediately did my best to get into touch with Mr. Dubonnet, who only… | ||
| scan0125 | Discussions with M. Dubonnet regarding chassis adaptation, suspension, and steering, referencing Opel's implementation. | ||
| View original record | -2- M. Dubonnet considers that with these blue prints, within 10 days, or 15 at the most, it will be possible to draw up their schema. At this moment, he will be pleased to receive the chassis and… | ||
| scan0126 | Letter to 'HS' Derby detailing a conversation with Mr. Dubonnet regarding the modification of a 25 HP chassis to incorporate his suspension system. | ||
| View original record | To: "Hs" Derby. LES See me Sr4/Crn.14.3.34. Re: Dubonnet suspension. Dear "Hs", I duly received your memo. HS7/MJ. dated the 8th inst., and immediately did my best to get into touch with Mr. Dubonnet,… | ||
| scan0127 | Letter discussing the adaptation of M. Dubonnet's suspension system and its implementation. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - that we know he is agreeable to effect the adaption over here in his laboratory. M. Dubonnet thinks that the transformation can be done very quickly, by working three shifts, which he is willing… | ||
| scan0128 | Comparison of wishbone and Dubonnet type independent suspension systems. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. x3873 March 16, 1934. INDEPENDENT SUSPENSION. A COMPARISON OF TYPES. Discussion at the moment centers about the transverse "wisbone" type versus the "fixed kingpin" or Dubonnet type. We… | ||
| scan0129 | By Maurice Olley discussing observations on suspension, steering geometry, and wheel fight. | ||
| View original record | -2- Observation on the bump drums does not justify this claim at all. We have tried a modification of our own suspension which gives absolutely parallel wheel action. We have also deliberately… | ||
| scan0130 | Correspondence with Mons. Dubonnet in Paris and arranging to send requested drawings. | ||
| View original record | X 3873 To Sg. From Hs. c. to Wor. c. to E. c. to La. c. to By. Hs.S/MJ.20.5.34. We wrote to Br. in Paris to get into touch with Mons. Dubonnet, and attached herewith is his reply. We are arranging to… | ||
| scan0131 | Letter to André Dubonnet concerning the conversion of a car to use his Front Suspension System. | ||
| View original record | X 3873 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Les.10/KW. 20th March, 1934. Mons. André Dubonnet, 33, Rue Des Graviers, (114, Boulevard Maurice-Barrès) Neuilly. Dear Mons. Dubonnet, We have heard from our Mr. Sleator of… | ||
| scan0132 | Meeting with Monsieur Andre Dubonnet to discuss his potential car change. | ||
| View original record | X3873 Hs. -- Bly24/HEM.21.3.34. re: Monsieur Andre Dubonnet, Ritz Hotel. ------------------------------ With reference to our conversation of this morning, M. Dubonnet has since been in and is… | ||
| scan0133 | Telegram received by telephone concerning an arrival time and location. | ||
| View original record | X3873 RR. 144A. (12 BKS.) (45556-10.5.33) 3/9720/2. ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received 11-13 By JSH Date 23/3/34 from Stratford-on-Avon 1048 To Hives Roycar Arrive Derby… | ||
| scan0134 | Letter to Andre Dubonnet enclosing axle pivot drawings for 25 HP and 40/50 HP cars. | ||
| View original record | X387.3 Exptl. Dept. HS/Les.7/KW. 29th March, 1934. Mons. Andre Dubonnet, 33, Rue Des Graviers, (114, Boulevard Maurice-Barres), Neuilly. Dear Mons. Dubonnet, We are enclosing a drawing giving the… | ||
| scan0135 | Letter to Andre Dubonnet regarding the dispatch of chassis drawings and weights. | ||
| View original record | X3873 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Les.lO/KW. 5th April, 1934. Mons. Andre Dubonnet, 33 Rue Des Graviers, (114, Boulevard Maurice-Barres), Neuilly. France. Dear Mons. Dubonnet, With regard to your letter dated the… | ||
| scan0136 | List of car weights including axle loads with passengers and individual component weights for the wheel and brake assembly. | ||
| View original record | 40/50 Car. 22-EX. CAR WEIGHTS. With four } Front 2570 lbs. passengers } Rear 3550 lbs. Weight of road wheel and tyre 81 lbs. Weight of hub, brake drum, stub axle, carrier plate, levers and ball races… | ||
| scan0137 | List of car and component weights for a 25 HP car, model 17-G-IV. | ||
| View original record | 25 HP. Car 17-G-IV. CAR WEIGHTS. With four ) Front 1897 lbs. passengers ) Rear 2576 lbs. Weight of road wheel and tyre 65 1/2 lbs. Weight of hub, brake drum, stub axle, carrier plate, levers and ball… | ||
| scan0138 | Letter to Mr. Hives requesting drawings and weight details for the 20/25 HP model. | ||
| View original record | X3873 33, RUE DES GRAVIERS (114, BOULEVARD MAURICE BARRÈS) April 2nd, 1934. Mr. Hives Rolls Royce Derby. Dear Mr. Hives: In addition to the drawings you sent me, it is necessary for me to have the… | ||
| scan0139 | Letter to Andre Dubonnet detailing the dispatch of various chassis and axle drawings. | ||
| View original record | X 5873 Exptl. Dept. HA/Les.12/KW. 10th April, 1934. Mons. Andre Dubonnet, 33, Rue Des Graviers, (114, Boulevard Maurice-Barres), Neuilly, France. Dear Mons. Dubonnet, We have heard from London that… | ||
| scan0140 | Letter requesting drawing numbers of prints received to supply the missing ones. | ||
| View original record | -2- Before we can help you any further will you please let us know the drawing numbers of the prints you have received. We will then endeavour to supply the ones that are missing. Yours faithfully,… | ||
| scan0141 | Telegram from Paris requesting missing sheets from two documents and a specific frame drawing. | ||
| View original record | KEEP 339 PSE 7/50 READ NR 26 Office Stamp: DERBY 12 APR 34 M CT C 54313 TWO WORDS C- 78632 ONE WORD Prefix: 39 539 CL. GCW 12 1955 PARIS HIVES ROYCAR DERBY ANGLETERRE = MISSING SHEETS ONE AND THREE OF… | ||
| scan0142 | Letter to Andre Dubonnet regarding chassis drawings and measurements. | ||
| View original record | X3873 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Les.5/KW. 13th April, 1934. Mons. Andre Dubonnet, 33, Rue Des Graviers, (114, Boulevard Maurice-Barres, Neuilly, France. Dear Mons. Dubonnet, We thank you for your telegram. The… | ||
| scan0143 | Letter to Andre Dubonnet enclosing a scheme drawing for a 25 HP car's proposed front suspension. | ||
| View original record | Y.3873 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Les.11/KW. 26th April, 1934. Mons. Andre Dubonnet, The Ritz Hotel, London. Dear Mons. Dubonnet, We are enclosing your scheme drawing of our 25 HP. car proposed front suspension,… | ||
| scan0144 | Comparison of the Dubonnet and Wishbone types of independent suspension systems. | ||
| View original record | X3873 ANDRÉ DUBONNET 33, RUE DES GRAVIERS (114, BOULEVARD MAURICE-BARRÈS) NEUILLY TÉL. MAILLOT 19.93, 34-44 May 3rd, 1934. INDEPENDENT SUSPENSION Mr. Maurice Olley has stated that the Goodyear's… | ||
| scan0145 | From André Dubonnet detailing the characteristics and advantages of the Dubonnet independent suspension system compared to others. | ||
| View original record | ANDRÉ DUBONNET 33, RUE DES GRAVIERS (114, BOULEVARD MAURICE-BARRÈS) NEUILLY TÉL. MAILLOT 19-96 fresh oil for the shock absorber thereby avoiding any variation in the working power of the shock… | ||
| scan0146 | Modifications to the drilling of oil ways in the Yoke Piece for the Independent Front Wheel Suspension. | ||
| View original record | X3873 To DY. from Ds. C.c. for. Mr. Hs. Hcy. THG. Da.1/HP.19.5.34. Yoke Piece - Independent Front Wheel Suspension. Herewith is N. Sch. 4053 showing modifications to the drilling of the oil ways in… | ||
| scan0147 | Telegram received by telephone from André Dubonnet impatiently awaiting a reply. | ||
| View original record | RR. 144A. (12 BKS.) (45656-10-5-33) 3/9720/2. X3873 ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 10-0 Date: 5/6/34 To: Hives By: ord from: Neuilly sur Seine France Awaiting… | ||
| scan0148 | Letter to M. Andre Dubonnet regarding a delay in receiving detailed drawings for a suspension system. | ||
| View original record | X3873 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Les.4/KW.5.6.34. 5th June, 1934. M. Andre Dubonnet, 33, Rue des Graviers, (114, Boulevard Maurice-Barres), Neuilly, France. Dear Mons. Dubonnet, We have this morning received the… | ||
| scan0149 | List of requested modifications to the chassis roll rods and rear suspension. | ||
| View original record | X3873 RHC. Hs/Les.9/KW.6.6.34. 22-EX. Will you please :- (i) Fit a 3/4" dia. roll rod at the rear to replace the present 7/8" dia. rod. (ii) Fit a 3/4" dia. roll rod to the front of the chassis. We… | ||
| scan0150 | Letter from André Dubonnet to Mr. Hives regarding a previously sent letter and drawings that were lost. | ||
| View original record | ANDRÉ DUBONNET 33, RUE DES GRAVIERS (114, BOULEVARD MAURICE-BARRÈS) NEUILLY TÉL. MAILLOT 19-96 34-44 Neuilly, 7th June 1934 Exptl. Dept. Mr. HIVES ROLLS ROYCE Ltd DERBY Dear Mr. Hives, I have just… | ||
| scan0151 | Letter from Andre Dubonnet about his independent wheel suspension design and an associated £200 payment. | ||
| View original record | To Wor. From Hs. 3873 Hs.9/MJ.11.6.34. Attached herewith copy of letter from Mons. Andre Dubonnet in connection with the independent wheel suspension which he is designing and producing for us. We… | ||
| scan0152 | Letter to a supplier requesting a sketch for fitting rebound leaves to Bentley springs for an experiment. | ||
| View original record | X3857 Exptl. Dept. HS/Les.19/KW. 11th June, 1934. Messrs. Jonas Woodhead & Sons Ltd., Kirkstall Road, LEEDS. Dear Sirs, We are contemplating fitting some road springs with rebound leaves to one of our… | ||
| scan0153 | Letter from a spring manufacturer clarifying the specification for spring rebound plates. | ||
| View original record | 13854 JONAS WOODHEAD & SONS, LTD., TRADE MARK MANUFACTURERS OF LAMINATED SPRINGS FOR ROLLING STOCK ROAD OR RAIL REG'D OFFICE AND WORKS: KIRKSTALL ROAD, LEEDS. LONDON OFFICE: 17, VICTORIA STREET,… | ||
| scan0154 | Cheque for £200 to be forwarded to Messrs. André Dubonnet. | ||
| View original record | To G. from Hs/CEP. Hs/CEP.2/MS12.6.34. Will you please arrange to forward Cheque to Messrs. André Dubonnet to the value of £200, in accordance with attached correspondence and Wor's agreement. Hs/CEP. | ||
| scan0155 | The machining of parts and payment to Mons. Andre Dubonnet for his independent wheel suspension design. | ||
| View original record | COPY. To Wor. from Hs. Hs.9/MJ.11.6.34. Attached herewith copy of letter from Mons. Andre Dubonnet in connection with the independent wheel suspension which he is designing and producing for us. We… | ||
| scan0156 | Letter from Andre Dubonnet regarding the supply of drawings and parts for his suspension system on a 20/25 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | COPY. Andre Dubonnet 33, Rue Des Graviers (114, Boulevard Maurice-Barres) Neuilly. Neuilly, 19th May, 1934. Mr. Hives. Rolls-Royce Ltd., DERBY Dear Mr. Hives, I am sending you herewith the detailed… | ||
| scan0157 | Letter from A. Dubonnet requesting confirmation and noting a required modification to the coupling rod. | ||
| View original record | I shall await a telegram from you confirming you are in accordance, before begining actual execution. Yours very truly, A. Dubonnet. N.B. As the front axle is fixed to the chassis the coupling rod,… | ||
| scan0158 | Request to make parts for the Dubonnet Independent Suspension for 17-G-IV, with instructions for interpreting drawing markings. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. X3873 Hs/Les.16/KW.14.6.34. Dubonnet Independent Suspension for 17-G-IV. Will you please make the following parts to Mons. Dubonnet's drawings. Some of the dimensions have a blue mark against… | ||
| scan0159 | Photograph of a leaf spring. | ||
| View original record | J. WOODHEAD & SONS LTD. LEEDS JS 125 | ||
| scan0160 | Photograph of a multi-leaf spring. | ||
| View original record | J. WOODHEAD & SONS LTD. * LEEDS * JS 145 | ||
| scan0161 | Letter from André Dubonnet to Mr. Hives about a new system of variable suspension. | ||
| View original record | ANDRÉ DU BONNET 33, RUE DES GRAVIERS (114, BOULEVARD MAURICE-BARRÈS) NEUILLY TÉL. MAILLOT 19-36 34-44 Neuilly, 4th July 1934 Mr. HIVES ROLLS ROYCE Ltd DERBY Dear Mr. Hives, I am pleased to send you… | ||
| scan0162 | Typed message agreeing to a proposed modification for Dubonnet in France. | ||
| View original record | 6.7.34. DUBONNET, 33, Rue Des Graviers, (114, Boulevard Maurice-Barres), NEUILLY, FRANCE. WE AGREE TO YOUR PROPOSED MODIFICATION. HIVES. | ||
| scan0163 | Letter to M. Andre Dubonnet discussing improvements to his suspension system. | ||
| View original record | Exptl. Dept. Hs/Les.12/KW. 6th July, 1934. M. Andre Dubonnet, 33, Rue Des Graviers, (114, Boulevard Maurice-Barres), Neuilly, FRANCE. Dear Mons. Dubonnet, We thank you for your letter and the blue… | ||
| scan0164 | Letter from André Dubonnet regarding testing a new variable flexibility suspension system. | ||
| View original record | LES ANDRÉ DUBONNET 33, RUE DES GRAVIERS (114, BOULEVARD MAURICE-BARRÈS) NEUILLY TÉL. MAILLOT 19-39 34-44 x3873 Neuilly, 10th July 1934 ROLLS-ROYCE Limited D E R B Y Gentlemen, Hs/Les.12/KW.… | ||
| scan0165 | Letter regarding a customer's, Mr. André Dubonnet, chase for parts and a chassis delivery for a 20/25 HP model. | ||
| View original record | To: "Hs" WORKS. +3873 Srl/Crn.8.8.34. LES see me Dear "Hs", Mr. André Dubonnet has been "barbing" me for the last three weeks, asking me when he will be receiving his parts from Derby, to enable him… | ||
| scan0166 | Telegram from André Dubonnet regarding a delay in manufacturing parts for a complete suspension. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAPHS. B or C Charges to pay s. d. TIME OF RECEIPT: 1 48 M From: [illegible] Prefix: 53 Time handed in. Office of Origin and Service Instructions. Words. 255 CL ADS 11.35 9 PARIS 15… | ||
| scan0167 | Delay in sourcing parts for a Dubonnet car and clarifying delivery requirements. | ||
| View original record | 43873 To Sr. (Paris). From Hs/Les. Hs/Les.26/MJ.10.8.34. Re. your Sr.1/Crn.8.8.34. The parts for Dubonnet are well in hand, but as they are such large chunks of metal we cannot hope to get them until… | ||
| scan0168 | From Paris to Derby regarding correspondence about Mr. Dubonnet. | ||
| View original record | To "Hs/Les" DERBY LES Paris Sr/DnIO/ET.13.8.34 Re: DUBONNET Thanks for your Hs/Les.26/MJ.10.8.34, contents of which have been duly noted and I have informed Mr. Dubonnet of the position. I shall let… | ||
| scan0169 | Letter from André Dubonnet regarding the supply of parts for a 25 HP Dubonnet Suspension and clarification on chassis delivery. | ||
| View original record | ANDRÉ DUBONNET 33, RUE DES GRAVIERS (114, BOULEVARD MAURICE-BARRÈS) NEUILLY TÉL. MAILLOT 19-96 LES See me #HS August 14th, 1934. Mr. Hives Rolls Royce, Ltd. DERBY. Dear Mr. Hives, Mr. Sleator has… | ||
| scan0170 | Log cross-referencing serial numbers with 'Ex' numbers and other notations. | ||
| View original record | { 3525 — Ex15176 — S/NCR. 3 to 3 1/2 %. Nickel { 3526 — Ex15177 — S/NCR. do. { 3529 — Ex15174 — S/N. Peg Screen { 3530 — Ex15175. — S/N. No 3559 — Ex15183. { 3566 — Ex15184. { 3567 — Ex15185. 3569 —… | ||
| scan0171 | Letter to M. Andre Dubonnet about the manufacturing status, materials used for various parts, and chassis delivery arrangements. | ||
| View original record | X3873 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Les.12/KW. 31st August, 1934. M. Andre Dubonnet, 33, Rue Des Graviers, (114, Boulevard Maurice-Barres), Neuilly, France. Dear M. Dubonnet, Thank you for your letter dated 14th… | ||
| scan0172 | Table detailing the particulars and specifications of four different outer springs. | ||
| View original record | TABLE I. +3873 PARTICULARS OF OUTER SPRINGS. | | G. 81516 | G. 82235 | G. 82226 | G. 82234 | |---|---|---|---|---| | Spring Designation | A.O. | B.O. | C.O. | D.O. | | Wire Dia. | 0.625" | 0.650" |… | ||
| scan0173 | Specification table detailing the particulars of four different inner springs. | ||
| View original record | SHEET (2). PARTICULARS OF INNER SPRINGS. G. 81517 G. 82237 G. 82225 G. 82236 Spring Designation. A.1. B.1. C.1. D.1. Wire Dia. 0.464" 0.462" 0.487" 0.495" Mean dia. of coils. 3.00" 3.012" 2.987"… | ||
| scan0174 | Table of possible inner and outer spring combinations for the Spectre independent front wheel suspension. | ||
| View original record | SHEET (3) TABLE II. POSSIBLE COMBINATIONS OF INNER AND OUTER SPRINGS. SPECTRE - INDEPENDENT FRONT WHEEL SUSPENSION. No. of Combination | Outer Spring Designation | Inner Spring Designation | Normal… | ||
| scan0175 | Continued table (Sheet 4) detailing spring combination specifications, including load, rate, and stress. | ||
| View original record | SHEET (4) TABLE II - CONTINUED. | No. of Combination | Outer Spring Designation | Inner Spring Designation | Normal Load at Wheel | Rate at Wheel | Max. Stress Outer and Inner. |… | ||
| scan0176 | Table of combinations for inner and outer springs for the Spectre independent front wheel suspension, arranged by loads and rates. | ||
| View original record | SHEET (5) TABLE III. COMBINATIONS OF INNER AND OUTER SPRINGS. SPECTRE INDEPENDENT FRONT WHEEL SUSPENSION. (1) ARRANGED IN ORDER OF LOADS. Normal Load lbs. | Rate lbs/in. | No. of Combination. 1000 |… | ||
| scan0177 | Features of a Turner-Faudi Suspension Unit and arranging a vehicle trial. | ||
| View original record | To.Bw. from E. c. Hs/Rm. re Turner-Faudi Suspension Unit. There will be a car here next Thursday at 10.30 a.m. fitted with the Turner-Faudi suspension, and I should be glad if you would examine this… | ||
| scan0178 | Letter from André Dubonnet to Mr. Hives chasing the delivery of parts and a car for the Salon. | ||
| View original record | ANDRÉ DUBONNET 33, RUE DES GRAVIERS (114, BOULEVARD MAURICE-BARRÈS) NEUILLY TÉL. MAILLOT 19-96 34-44 Neuilly, 19th September 1934 Mr. H I V E S ROLLS ROYCE Ltd DERBY Dear Mr.Hives, I am really most… | ||
| scan0179 | The design and road test performance of the Turner-Faudi suspension system. | ||
| View original record | x3873 To E. from Da. c. Hs. Turner-Faudi Suspension. The damping is obtained by a hole drilled in the air piston, the size of which determines, within limits, the amount of damping provided. The air… | ||
| scan0180 | Car suspension performance, detailing the effects of air cylinder damping. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Da.2/HP.21.9.34. -------------------- ordinary suspension. Over medium roads the riding appeared definitely good. The effect claimed for the air cylinder is that for small distances on either… | ||
| scan0181 | Letter to M. Andre Dubonnet regarding the completion and delivery of parts for his suspension. | ||
| View original record | X3873 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.5/KW. 22nd September,1934. M. Andre Dubonnet, 33, Rue Des Graviers, (114, Boulevard Maurice-Barres), Neuilly, FRANCE. Dear M. Dubonnet, Thank you for your letter of the 19th… | ||
| scan0182 | Notification of arrival in Neuilly, France, with a car and parts. | ||
| View original record | +3873 27.9.34. DUBONNET. 33, RUE DES GRAVIERS. (114, BOULEVARD MAURICE-BARRES), NEUILLY, FRANCE. ARRIVING WITH CAR AND PARTS THIS WEEKEND. LESLIE. | ||
| scan0183 | Short memo confirming a trip to France to deliver a car and parts for Dubonnet and to test other cars. | ||
| View original record | W/P - Sr. 43873 Hs/Les.20/KW.27.9.34. BY AIR MAIL. I shall be crossing to France this Friday, with the car and parts for Dubonnet. I should like to see you before going to Dubonnet, so shall call… | ||
| scan0184 | Letter on Hotel Sylva Pergolèse, Paris letterhead regarding an issue with customs officials over car parts. | ||
| View original record | HOTEL SYLVA PERGOLÈSE Av. de la Grande-Armée – 3, RUE PERGOLÈSE – Près du Bois de Boulogne PARIS (xviᵉ) Téléphone : PASSY 38-12 / 25-54 Registre du Commerce Seine N° 483.913 X3873 Sunday. Hs. After an… | ||
| scan0185 | Letter discussing a delay in parts and the testing of a Citroen with independent suspension. | ||
| View original record | position over the whole job. I thought it best for our people in paris to show there experience in this case. Unfortunately this has caused a delay in getting the parts. Sleator has fixed an… | ||
| scan0186 | Vehicle test drive, detailing a mechanical failure and subsequent testing of other vehicles. | ||
| View original record | 2. HOTEL SYLVA PERGOLÈSE Av. de la Grande-Armée – 3, RUE PERGOLÈSE – Près du Bois de Boulogne — PARIS (xviᵉ) — Téléphone : PASSY 38-12 —— – 25-54 Registre du Commerce Seine N° 483.913 river. On the… | ||
| scan0187 | Account of a system test on a V.8. Ford, with thoughts on its performance and suitability for a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | Sleater says that Alfa's are trying it on the monoposta, and Hispanos are also interested. We first tried the system on a V.8. Ford fitted with a very light Weyman fabric saloon. 2 C.W.T. lighter than… | ||
| scan0188 | The suspension and handling of a Hispano car, written on hotel letterhead. | ||
| View original record | 3. HOTEL SYLVA PERGOLESE Av. de la Grande-Armée - 3, RUE PERGOLESE - Près du Bois de Boulogne PARIS (xvi^e) Téléphone : PASSY 38-12 25-54 Registre du Commerce Seine N° 483.913 Same system on a large… | ||
| scan0189 | Notes on a patent-protected air suspension system by Mons. Weyman, comparing it to conventional axle designs. | ||
| View original record | some of its qualities in controllability, lack of steering shocks and freedom of pitching may be lost when increased wheel movement is given. Mons. Weyman was not too willing to give the secrets away,… | ||
| scan0190 | On hotel letterhead discussing the performance of an independently sprung Citroen. | ||
| View original record | HOTEL SYLVA PERGOLÈSE Av. de la Grande-Armée — 3, RUE PERGOLÈSE — Près du Bois de Boulogne PARIS (xvie) Téléphone : PASSY 38-12 25-54 Registre du Commerce Seine No 483.913 With regards to the… | ||
| scan0191 | Modifications to engine rubbers on a bumper chassis. | ||
| View original record | Bumper chassis still continues to run home. to show on the new engine rubber. [s]further trouble with engine rubbers.[/s] Those, recently had to be altered in order to get the detail measurements… | ||
| scan0192 | Typed message from Robotham to Leslie arranging a meeting in Paris. | ||
| View original record | x3873 2.10.34. LESLIE, 12 AVENUE GEORGE V, PARIS 8 (c). [Struck-out text: HOTEL BINA-PERGOLESE, 3, RUE PERGOLESE, PARIS VIe.] ARRIVING PARIS THURSDAY NIGHT SHOURD LIKE TO SEE YOU BEFORE YOU LEAVE.… | ||
| scan0193 | Letter to M. Andre Dubonnet regarding the delayed completion of work on his car. | ||
| View original record | X3873 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Les.19/KW. 23rd October, 1934. M. Andre Dubonnet, 33, Rue Des Graviers, (114, Maurice-Barres), Neuilly, FRANCE. Dear M. Dubonnet, It is now nearly three weeks since we left you… | ||
| scan0194 | The overdue return of car 19-G-IV, which is being tested by Dubonnet. | ||
| View original record | 43873 W/P - Sr. Hs/Les.20/KW.28.10.34. 19-G-IV with Dubonnet. We have had no news from Dubonnet about the above car. As his 14 days is now overdue, can you find out what the position is? I intend to… | ||
| scan0195 | Letter from consulting engineers offering a trial of their independent front wheel suspension system. | ||
| View original record | x387 3 J. H. PRATT. GILBERT MANLEY. PRATT & MANLEY, CONSULTING ENGINEERS. 23 GUILDHALL BUILDINGS, NAVIGATION STREET, BIRMINGHAM. TELEPHONE: MIDLAND 4130. GM/WEB. Oct. 26th 1934. Messrs. Rolls Royce… | ||
| scan0196 | The Showrooms to 'Les' Derby regarding a telephone conversation with Mr. Dubonnet about a car. | ||
| View original record | To "Les"Derby Showrooms Sr/Dn27/MLG.26.10.34 Re: I9-G-IV-Dubonnet In reply to your Hs/Les.20.KW.23.10.34, I have spoken to Mr. Dubonnet about this car on the telephone this morning and was informed… | ||
| scan0197 | Letter from André Dubonnet expressing dissatisfaction with a chassis supplied for fitting his suspension system. | ||
| View original record | ANDRÉ DUBONNET 33, RUE DES GRAVIERS (114, BOULEVARD MAURICE-BARRÈS) NEUILLY TÉL. MAILLOT [illegible] 34-44 Neuilly, 26th October, 1934 Mr. LESLIE Rolls Royce Ltd DERBY Dear Mr.Leslie, In reply to your… | ||
| scan0198 | Letter to André Dubonnet regarding the need for a stiff frame and testing a car's suspension system. | ||
| View original record | x3873 Hs/Les.5/MA. 31st October, 1934. André Dubonnet, 33, Rue Des Graviers (114, Boulevard Maurice-Barrès) Neuilly. Dear Mons. Dubonnet, Thank you for your letter dated the 26th instant. We fully… | ||
| scan0199 | Letter discussing the testing and development programme for a car fitted with Dubonnet suspension. | ||
| View original record | W/P - Sr. 43873 Hs/Les.29/KW.12.11.34. Re Dubonnet Suspension. Thanks for your note. I heard from Dubonnet, but he gave no date as to when the car would be on the road. I wrote to him on the 31st of… | ||
| scan0200 | The surprisingly high performance of M. André Dubonnet's car, with a request for information about its power unit. | ||
| View original record | To: Mr. Leslie, DERBY. X3873. Levallois, Srl/Crn.15.II.34. re: M. André Dubonnet. I have been in touch with this gentleman, and would inform you that the car in question is now on the road. He would… | ||
| scan0201 | Note confirming that the 25 HP engine unit in car 19-G-IV is not a standard model. | ||
| View original record | 3573 W/P - Sr. Hs/RM.19/KW.16.11.34. 19-G-IV. We have seen your note to Leslie re The 25 HP. unit in this car is not standard. Hs/Rm. | ||
| scan0202 | Arrangements for testing and adjusting a car's Dubonnet suspension in Paris. | ||
| View original record | W/P - Sr. 43873 Hs/Les.12/KW.17.11.34. Dubonnet Suspension. Re your Sr.1/Crn.15.11.34. As Hs. is going to be in Paris on Tuesday week, the 27th, he would like to try the car then under the conditions… | ||
| scan0203 | Brief typed memo from Paris to Derby acknowledging a reply about 19-G-1V. | ||
| View original record | To : "Rm", DERBY. PARIS Sr22/Dn.19.11.34 | ||
| scan0204 | On hotel letterhead about fitting a new Dubonnet shock damper to a car and subsequent testing plans. | ||
| View original record | x3873 HOTEL SYLVA PERGOLÈSE Av. de la Grande-Armée – 3, RUE PERGOLÈSE – Près du Bois de Boulogne — PARIS (xviᵉ) — Téléphone : PASSY 38-12 — 25-54 Registre du Commerce Seine N° 483.913 Sunday 2-12-34… | ||
| scan0205 | Variable rating suspension system's bump and rebound characteristics. | ||
| View original record | load on the bump compared to the normal system, but not so much load on the bump as when you tried the car. On the re-bound the load also increases from that of the normal system. Thus this leverage… | ||
| scan0206 | On hotel letterhead describing the workings of a De Ram shock-damper. | ||
| View original record | HOTEL SYLVA PERGOLÈSE Av. de la Grande-Armée — 3, RUE PERGOLÈSE — Près du Bois de Boulogne PARIS (xviᵉ) Téléphone : PASSY 38-12 — — 25-54 Registre du Commerce Seine N° 483.913 2. Yesterday I spent a… | ||
| scan0207 | The characteristics and adjustments of a De Ram damper, mentioning its application and use by other manufacturers. | ||
| View original record | characteristics. De Ram claims that a damper weighing 14 lbs can carry up to 3 tons on the end of a 10" lever. The piston supplying the quantity of oil and thus loading the friction discs is operated… | ||
| scan0208 | On hotel letterhead discussing the specifications and performance of dampers. | ||
| View original record | 3. HOTEL SYLVA PERGOLÈSE Av. de la Grande-Armée - 3, RUE PERGOLÈSE - Près du Bois de Boulogne — PARIS (XVIᵉ) — Téléphone : PASSY 38-12 — 25-54 Registre du Commerce Seine N° 483.913 as possible from… | ||
| scan0209 | The acquisition and testing of dampers from a specialist named De Ram. | ||
| View original record | I tried to get a set to bring back, but De Ram is not ready for us to try them unless he sets them. Personally in view of the possible adjustments I think it would be far better for De Ram to do the… | ||
| scan0210 | Memo on hotel letterhead discussing damper tests and performance on various car chassis. | ||
| View original record | HOTEL SYLVA PERGOLESE Av. de la Grande-Armée - 3, RUE PERGOLESE - Près du Bois de Boulogne — PARIS (xviᵉ) — Téléphone : PASSY 38-12 — 25-54 Registre du Commerce Seine N° 483.913 4. our cars. Fitting… | ||
| scan0211 | Car settings not being suitable for English conditions as they are for racing. | ||
| View original record | him in the way of our requirements for English Conditions. As we do not require racing car settings. hes | ||
| scan0212 | French language brochure for DE RAM shock absorbers, detailing their benefits for high-speed performance. | ||
| View original record | En réalité, la pression régnant dans la chambre 33 est sensiblement proportionnelle au carré du débit du piston S. L'action du frein mécanique se trouve ainsi être proportionnelle au carré de la… | ||
| scan0213 | Technical description and diagram for a Type 63 high-power, self-adjusting servo friction shock absorber. | ||
| View original record | APPAREIL TYPE 63 A GRANDE PUISSANCE & AUTORÉGLAGE INSTANTANÉ PAR FRICTION ASSERVIE ℵ ℵ ℵ COMME ses devanciers, cet appareil est un amortisseur à friction asservie, c'est-à-dire que le serrage du frein… | ||
| scan0215 | Image showing various disassembled mechanical components, including a connecting rod, gears, and clutch plates. | ||
| View original record | 10, 20, 30, 60 | ||
| scan0216 | Comparing the ride quality of a simple lever mechanism against a Dubonnet suspension. | ||
| View original record | Hs. Y3873 The simple lever mechanism gives far better riding in the back of the car. The car of course rolls badly. I have been out with Dubonnet this afternoon with the simple lever and no damping. I… | ||
| scan0217 | Disagreements over damper design, mentioning Dubonnet, variable rating, and taper needle dampers. | ||
| View original record | he is far too keen on his own novelties, and spends a lot of time before dispensing with his wrong ideas. I have got him to agree against variable rating, but still have trouble with his d- taper… | ||
| scan0218 | Short handwritten note arranging a meeting at the works. | ||
| View original record | back over this week-end. So unless I hear from you by Friday night I shall see you at the works Monday morning. In huge haste Les [Faint vertical text stamped on the left margin, partially legible:] B… | ||
| scan0219 | Telegram from Leslie regarding an unsatisfied customer, Dubonnet, who is returning a car. | ||
| View original record | B or C Charges to pay s. d. TIME OF RECEIPT 11 48 M From... BM KL POST OFFICE TELEGRAPHS. X3873 No. 79 Office Stamp: DERBY * 7 DE 34 If there is doubt about the telegram ring "Telegrams delivery for… | ||
| scan0220 | Mr. Dubonnet's continued testing on car 19RIV shock dampers and related discussions. | ||
| View original record | av - george V Friday. 7/12/34 Hs. 19 RIV Dubonnet Dubonnet wants to continue his tests with taper needles in the shock dampers until the end of next week. He suggested that if he had for important… | ||
| scan0221 | Feedback on a car's handling, focusing on suspension damping, floating, and steering. | ||
| View original record | that I shall remain with the car owing to the possible difficulties with the customs. This means Dubonnet will have to use his own car. The riding in the back of the car now is fairly good. This the… | ||
| scan0222 | Report detailing issues with a car's handling, noise, and flexible frame. | ||
| View original record | road shocks. It will definitely require a rolled road on the rear. The rattles and sideturning of the car are getting very bad, owing to the flexible frame. It appears therefore that I shall not be… | ||
| scan0223 | Telegram received by telephone concerning an unsatisfied party, Dubonnet, who will return with 'Dart'. | ||
| View original record | MD 7 DEC 1934. RR. 144A. XH.( ) 45656-10-5-33) 3/9720/2. X3873. ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. RECEIVED. Time Received: 11.56. Date: 7.12.34. To: Roycar Hives. By: HS. from: Paris… | ||
| scan0224 | Telegram from Leslie to Hives about condemning Dubonnet needles and fitting valves instead. | ||
| View original record | RR. 144A. (12 BKS.) (45656-10.5.33) S/9720/2. x3873 ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received 4.22 Date 13.12.34 To Hives Roycar By YS from Levalloisperret 15 15 Dubonnet now… | ||
| scan0225 | Note discussing modifications to shock dampers, replacing taper needles with ball valves for a Dubonnet system. | ||
| View original record | Hs. 19 R IV Rm At last Dubonnet has got tired of his taper needles and is just drawing out and making parts for fitting valves in the shock dampers. He is going to use ball valves, which I should be… | ||
| scan0226 | Memo discussing modifications and testing issues with a car's valves and suspension system. | ||
| View original record | it came to France. However it would mean making more new parts to fit the P/H Delco valves than the huvac valve. Dubonnet's latest information as to when the car will be ready for England is next… | ||
| scan0227 | Letter discussing Dubonnet's progress with car damper modifications and testing. | ||
| View original record | 2 Will you please let me know if you are still in favour of the car remaining here until Dubonnet is reasonably satisfied. Dubonnet certainly has a lot to learn concerning dampers. He has been slow in… | ||
| scan0228 | Testing and modifying car dampers, possibly for a Dubonnet vehicle. | ||
| View original record | parts. The car here is certainly kept busy. For instance I was at Dubonnet's house up till 2.30 last night and then at 9 oclock this morning we went out with Dubonnet's chief engineer to test the car.… | ||
| scan0229 | Suspension modifications, steering feedback, and a planned road test of a Hotchkiss. | ||
| View original record | E Fit a roll rod at the rear. Can R.H.P. be now preparing a scheme and parts for a roll rod at the rear. Suggest .750" diameter. The transverse pivot beam of 8 1/2° ~ is difficult to correct. The… | ||
| scan0230 | Letter discussing the preparation of a car with a Mr. Dubonnet and requesting results for the steering of a 'Spectre' model. | ||
| View original record | by train to see my brother in Austria. for a couple of days. In any case I shall continue urging Dubonnet to get the car ready for England. (as I am looking forward to a good English meal). However… | ||
| scan0231 | Short typed message concerning the expected return of a person from Paris. | ||
| View original record | x3873 18.12.34. LESLIE, FRANCOBRIT, PARIS, FRANCE. WE ARE EXPECTING YOU BACK WITH 19-G-4 BY THE END OF THE WEEK. ROBOTHAM, ROYCAR. | ||
| scan0232 | Employee's return with a car, works closure for Christmas, and a query about unsubmitted expenses. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Les: Hs/Rm.12/KW.18.12.34. We are expecting you back with the car by the end of the week. The Works close for the Christmas holidays on Saturday mid-day. The Cashier is somewhat concerned… | ||
| scan0233 | Letter from André Dubonnet discussing the results of suspension system tests. | ||
| View original record | +3873 ANDRÉ DUBONNET 33, RUE DES GRAVIERS (114, BOULEVARD MAURICE-BARRÈS) NEUILLY TÉL. MAILLOT 19-96 34-44 Neuilly, 18th December 1934 Mr. HIVES ROLLS ROYCE, Ltd DERBY Dear Mr.Hives, We have made,… | ||
| scan0234 | Letter discussing modifications to steering and suspension, including king pin inclination and spring periodicity. | ||
| View original record | - 2nd - Had we had a little more time, we intended to put supplementary valves between the charge and rebound in order to permit a more rapid evacuation of the oil in the instantaneous shocks. The… | ||
| scan0235 | Request for new parts for the Dubonnet independent wheel suspension to improve damping control. | ||
| View original record | 43873 RHC. From Hs/Std. Hs/Std.8/MA.4.1.35. DUBONNET INDEPENDENT WHEEL SUSPENSION. The oil passages and valves of the shock dampers of this suspension are so small that we cannot control the damping… | ||
| scan0236 | Blueprint for a shock damper cylinder cover for Dubonnet suspension. | ||
| View original record | Hs 1681 SCALE - 1/1 DIA 1.670 ±5 60° 2 HOLES, .275 DIA. SCREW .500 16 T.P.I R.H. DIA .328 ±1 DIA .1250 +.002/-0 DIA 1.875 +1/-1 DIA 2.560" DIA .540 +1/64 -3/64 2 HOLES TAP 2 BA 31.4 TPI R.H .200 ±5… | ||
| scan0237 | Blueprint for a Shock Damper Valve Body for Dubonnet Suspension. | ||
| View original record | HS 1682 SCALE o/| SCREW .500" 16 T.P.I R.H. 1.000 ± 5 ACROSS FLATS DIA .328 ± 1 DIA .250 ± 1 .200 .175 ± 5 3 EQUALLY SPACED RADIAL HOLES DIA .156" .250" 4 EQUALLY SPACED RADIAL HOLES - DIA - 0.125"… | ||
| scan0238 | Specification drawing for valve springs for Dubonnet dampers. | ||
| View original record | SCALE - 2/1 Hs 1683 EXTERNAL DIA - .250" 21 S.W.G WIRE (DIA .032") FREE LENGTH - A MATERIAL SPRING STEEL DETAILS OF SPRINGS REQUIRED TABLE 1: FREE LENGTH - A 2 OFF WITH A = 1.220" 2 OFF A = 1.040"… | ||
| scan0239 | Drawing of a shock damper ball valve spring stop for a Dubonnet suspension system. | ||
| View original record | Hs 1684° SCALE - 2/1 SAW CUT, .040" WIDE .050" DEEP MATERIAL S/M No OFF - 4 SHOCK DAMPER BALL VALVE SPRING STOP FOR DUBONNET SUSPENSION DIA .156 .260 DIA ±2 .100" ±5 .200" TURN .500 SCREW 16 TPI R.H.… | ||
| scan0240 | Blueprint for a shock damper replenishing valve for a Dubonnet suspension system. | ||
| View original record | Hs 1685 THICKNESS - .008 or nearest gauge. RADIUS .220 1.873±1 R=.630 RADIUS = 1.300 1.380 CENTRES RADIUS .220 .1875 DIA HOLE .220 .220 30° 1.200 MATERIAL - SPRING STEEL No. OFF - 8 SHOCK DAMPER… | ||
| scan0241 | The performance of a Dubonnet Independent Front Wheel Suspension system on chassis 19-G-IV. | ||
| View original record | X3873 To Sg. c. to Wor. c. to E. c. to By. Hs/Les.14/KW.14.1.35. 20/25 HP. Car Fitted with Dubonnet Independent Front Wheel Suspension. Chassis 19-G-IV. In dealing with this car it has been our object… | ||
| scan0242 | Analysis of transverse pivot lean and variable spring rating systems on model 19-G-IV. | ||
| View original record | -2- The transverse pivot lean on 19-G-IV is 8.30° which makes the steering impossibly heavy on corners. The excessive pivot lean was done in order to retain our present out-of-centre-point, which is… | ||
| scan0243 | Analysis of vehicle suspension experiments concerning ride quality, shock dampers, and cornering roll. | ||
| View original record | -3- Hs/Les.14/KW.14.1.35. On the road Expt. II was not satisfactory. The increase in rating being too great, on a large bump the whole of the front of the car was raised and pitching followed. The… | ||
| scan0244 | Technical assessment of car 19-G-IV, focusing on front suspension, brakes, and ground clearance. | ||
| View original record | -4- HS/Les.14/KW.14.1.35. Appearance of the Front of the Car. The sight of the spring boxes on the front of 19-G-IV without the carried down type wings is unpleasant. With a narrow frame at the front… | ||
| scan0245 | Photograph showing a close-up of the front left wheel, suspension, and radiator of a car. | ||
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| scan0246 | Photograph showing the front left wheel hub, brake drum, and suspension assembly with the wheel removed. | ||
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| scan0247 | Graph plotting wheel deflection in inches against load on the wheel in pounds for a Dubonnet Suspension system. | ||
| View original record | LOAD ON WHEEL IN LBS WHEEL DEFLECTION IN INCHES IST S FULL BUMP NORMAL POSITION FULL REBOUND Expt. I Expt. II Expt. III Expt. IV DUBONNET SUSPENSION 19 G IV FIG: I 1000 LBS LBS LOAD ON WHEEL | ||
| scan0248 | Requesting an increase in rebound wheel movement on the front suspension for a Buick and a 19-G-IV car. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. x3873 Hs/Les.27/KW.16.1.35. In order to overcome the excessive throw up motion in the back seats of independent suspension cars on hump-backed bridges, will you please increase the rebound… | ||
| scan0249 | Requesting a covering order for a pair of Phantom front road springs with modified specifications. | ||
| View original record | K4429 To Roy. c. to RHC. Hs/Gry.19/KW.18.1.35. We have this morning telephone to Firths to supply us with a pair of Phantom front road springs to the following particulars :- To F.83311 except for -… | ||
| scan0250 | Requesting payment approval for a £200 final account from Mons. Dubonnet regarding a suspension system. | ||
| View original record | To Wor. From Hs. f3873 Hs.1/MJ.27.1.35. DUBONNET SUSPENSION. We attach herewith the final account for Mons. Dubonnet. You will see that he requires a cheque for £200. We consider the charge reasonable… | ||
| scan0251 | Requesting payment for an attached account concerning the Dubonnet Suspension. | ||
| View original record | 43873 To G. From Hs. Hs.7/MJ.28.1.35. DUBONNET SUSPENSION. Will you please arrange to pay the attached account. Hs. att. 9451/MJ.27-1-35. with works agreement. | ||
| scan0252 | Questioning the continuation of experiments on a 20/25 HP car fitted with Dubonnet Suspension. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. To Hs. from Sg. re 20/25 HP car, fitted with Dubonnet Suspension. 19-G-IV. Copy to Wor.F.BY. Referring to Hs/Les.14/KW/14.1.35 I have read this and, as the result, am wondering whether this… | ||
| scan0253 | Decision to cease work on the Dubonnet suspension and the ongoing challenges with independent front suspension. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. From Hs. c. to Wor. c. to E. c. to By. Hs.1/MJ.1.2.35. 20/25 HP. FITTED WITH DUBONNET SUSPENSION. Replying to Sg.7/E.31.1.35. There is no intention of carrying on further with the merits of the… | ||
| scan0254 | Decision to stop work on a 20/25 HP car fitted with Dubonnet Suspension. | ||
| View original record | Secret Hs. from Wor. Copy to Sg. L. BY. X3873 Wor5/T1.2.35. Re 20/25 HP car, fitted with Dubonnet Suspension 19-G-IV. I read with pleasure Sg's memo (Sg7/E31.1.35), because unless there is a very good… | ||
| scan0255 | Letter from a supplier regarding the specifications and delivery of special front springs. | ||
| View original record | MR.G.E.WOLSTENHOLME Copy for information. EXPT/L.Dept. HS/Lee.24/KW. Spring Dept.Tinsley. HWP/3/35. 6th.February. 1935. Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, DERBY. Dear Sirs, 2.Special Front… | ||
| scan0256 | Letter to T. Firth & John Brown Ltd confirming an order for 25 HP road springs and Bentley springs. | ||
| View original record | 8429 Expl. Dept. Hs/Les.1/MJ. 16th. February, 1935. Messrs. T. Firth & John Brown Ltd., Spring Dept., Tinsley Works, Sheffield. For the attention of Mr. Porter. Dear Sirs, Confirming our telephone… | ||
| scan0257 | Development of independent springing and referencing competitors like Cadillac and Packard. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. X3873 To E. from Sg. Copy to W.R.Hs. re Independent Springing. Sg8/E25.2.35 If you have not already done so, I think you would be interested to read the paragraph on this subject on Page 307… | ||
| scan0258 | Superior road springs of American cars and suggesting an examination of a Cadillac spring. | ||
| View original record | HS x3900 ? To Wor. from Sg. re Road Springs. Sg13/E4.2.35 Copy to Hs.R.BY. When you have the Cadillac chassis up at Derby, I should very much like you to arrange for one of the back springs to be… | ||
| scan0259 | Letter from Zeiss Ikon detailing the features of their new Movikon 16mm camera. | ||
| View original record | Telephone Museum 9031 (6 lines) ZEISS IKON LIMITED Telegrams Zeissikona, Phone, London DIRECTORS: A. F. DEGENHARDT R. E. PEELING A. SIMADER (GERMAN) YOUR REF HS/Les.16/KW. OUR REF AEG/KGR. MORTIMER… | ||
| scan0260 | Page two of a letter from Zeiss Ikon Ltd. regarding the unavailability of a Movikon camera. | ||
| View original record | -2- Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., a practical test, but at the moment owing to the exceptional World demand which has arisen for the Movikon camera, the output has not yet approached the demand and we… | ||
| scan0261 | Letter to Zeiss Ikon Ltd. discussing 16mm film quality, enlargements, and arranging a camera demonstration. | ||
| View original record | X1305 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Les.12/KW. 22nd May, 1935. Messrs. Zeiss Ikon Ltd., Mortimer House, 37-41, Mortimer Street, London, W.1. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of the 18th inst. We note that you… | ||
| scan0262 | Letter from Zeiss Ikon acknowledging a request and providing a price for processing 16mm film. | ||
| View original record | Telephone Museum 9031 (6 lines) ZEISS IKON LIMITED Telegrams Zeissikona, Phone, London DIRECTORS A. F. DEGENHARDT R. E. PEELING A. SIMADER (GERMAN) YOUR REF HS/Les.12/KW. OUR REF AEG/KGR. MORTIMER… | ||
| scan0263 | From Sg. to Hs. recommending the scrapping of the Dubonnet suspension project based on information received from America. | ||
| View original record | X1305 To Hs. from Sg. Copy to W.A.R. [text is struck through] re Dubonnet Suspension. Sg2/E2.12.35 In view of the information received from America relative to the above, I should be glad to have… | ||
| scan0264 | Technical document detailing formulas for leaf springs and the relationship between weight, stress, and rating. | ||
| View original record | FILES. X1305 Hs/Smth.3/KW.26.2.36. Leaf Springs. We have looked into the question of whether the weight of a leaf spring varies with its length for the same max. stress, rating and set up load, and… | ||
| scan0265 | Letter to Messrs. Samuel Fox & Co. Ltd. requesting a booklet on the manufacture and design of car road springs. | ||
| View original record | X130 Exptl. Dept. HS/Les.13/JH. 27th February, 1936. Messrs. Samuel Fox & Co.Ltd., Stocksbridge Works, Nr. Sheffield. Dear Sirs, We understand that you have recently issued a booklet on the… | ||
| scan0266 | Alternative independent suspension programmes for Bentley. | ||
| View original record | FILES. K1305 29th May, 1936. Bentley Independent Suspensions. The following appear to be the possible alternative programmes for introducing independent suspension on the Bentley. (1) Scale down… | ||
| scan0267 | The development and implementation of a torsion bar suspension system, referencing Citroen, Packard, and Bentley models. | ||
| View original record | -2- Torsion bar system. If it were not for the American information available of various other systems, we should favour the torsion bar system. The advantage of using the torsion bars to transfer… | ||
| scan0268 | Specifications for ordering and stress calculations for compression springs. | ||
| View original record | Compression Springs. Necessary Specifications for Ordering :- Material. Size and kind of stock. Diameter. Inside or outside. State if spring works over a rod or in a hole, giving dimensions. Length.… | ||
| scan0269 | Page of calculations for determining stress and wire size in steel springs. | ||
| View original record | -2- we get - Substituting values and simplifying the expression S = (P x D x 2.55) / (dia. of wire)^3 or d^3 P = Load in lbs. D = Pitch diameter which is the O.D. of spring minus the wire size in… | ||
| scan0270 | The formula and calculations for spring deflection. | ||
| View original record | -3- Deflection: After obtaining the correct wire size, the next thing to calculate is the rate of the spring. The usual formula for deflection is: F = (8 P D³ N) / (G d⁴) Wherein: F = deflection in… | ||
| scan0271 | Formulas and material considerations for calculating helical and square wire spring deflection. | ||
| View original record | -4- Rate per inch of spring deflection: 5 / 1.14 = 4.4 lbs. per inch. For most helical compression springs where the wire diameter is not over one-fifth the mean spring diameter these formulas are… | ||
| scan0272 | Page from a spring design guide discussing a formula by Stewart from the S.A.E. Journal. | ||
| View original record | -5- Then experience gives us the formula, as published by Stewart in S.A.E. Journal of August 1925. d = .48d (O D + 1) / P D For ratio of diameter of wire to mean diameter of spring greater than one… | ||
| scan0273 | Formulas for round and square wire springs, including tolerance considerations and the Wahl Formula for stress. | ||
| View original record | TABLE OF FORMULAS FOR ROUND AND SQUARE WIRE | | Round | Square | | | Round | Square | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | P | (π S d³) / (8 D) | (4 S d³) / (9 D) | | S | (8 P D) / (π d³) | (9 P D) / (4… | ||
| scan0274 | Graph showing the actual stress curve of helical compression springs. | ||
| View original record | ACTUAL STRESS CURVE OF HELICAL COMPRESSION SPRINGS. FACTOR 'Y' 2.3 2.2 2.1 2.0 1.9 1.8 1.7 1.6 1.5 1.4 1.3 1.2 1.1 1.0 RATIO: MEAN DIAMETER / WIRE DIAMETER 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 | ||
| scan0275 | Table of suggested total stress for helical compression springs made from various materials. | ||
| View original record | -6- Suggested Total Stress - Helical Compression Springs. Material Max. Working Stress Max. Solid Stress lbs.per Sq.In. lbs.per Sq.In. Steel 1. Music Wire 60 - 70,000 110 - 120,000 2. Tempered Wire 50… | ||
| scan0276 | Page detailing vibration frequency formulas, specifically the B-G-R formula for quick computation. | ||
| View original record | -7- VIBRATION FREQUENCY FORMULAS. C. B-G-R FORMULA for quick computation. Accurate enough for most engineering design. Period in vibrations per minute = Sm / 4.777 f f = Deflection in inches from free… | ||
| scan0277 | Specification sheet for extension springs, including ordering details and calculation formulas. | ||
| View original record | -8- EXTENSION SPRINGS - Specifications when ordering. Material - size and kind of stock. Length -overall. Diameter. Number of coils. Style of ends (see plate page 17) Formulas for Calculation.… | ||
| scan0278 | Page of calculations for the modulus of resilience and energy content of springs, including a worked example. | ||
| View original record | -9- S² K -- 2G G = 11,500,000 S = Stress in lbs/sq.in. The modulus of resilience for springs with wire in torsion is: S² K -- 2E E = 30,000,000 S = Stress in lbs/sq.in. Total energy in spring = load x… | ||
| scan0279 | Page of calculations for spring resilience, energy, and material weight. | ||
| View original record | -10- Effective Resilience = 218 inch pounds. 218 x 3.52 = 766 inch pounds per pound of steel. Total energy in 1000 springs equals 1000 x 45 or 45,000 inch pounds. 45,000 ----- 766 = 58.7 lbs/thousand… | ||
| scan0280 | Specification sheet for ordering torsion springs, including formulas for load calculation and diagrams of various end types. | ||
| View original record | Torsion Springs Specifications when ordering Material Beyond this specification it is necessary to submit a drawing with full description or a sample. Torsion springs are entirely special. The springs… | ||
| scan0281 | Data table listing the third and fourth powers of wire diameters. | ||
| View original record | Table of Third and Fourth Powers of Wire Diameters d d³ d⁴ d d³ d⁴ d d³ d⁴ d d³ d⁴ .001 .000000001 .00000000001 .051 .00013265 .0000067652 .101 .00103030 .00010406 .151 .00344295 .00051989 .002… | ||
| scan0282 | Letter to The Gordon Armstrong Patent Suspension Co. Ltd. regarding a demonstration of their independent front wheel suspension. | ||
| View original record | Les - These people have beaten you to it. How they get on with their frame remains to be seen. Hope they will demonstrate it to us next week. Rm. c. Hs/Rm. BY.S/G. The Gordon Armstrong Patent… | ||
| scan0283 | Despatch of Gordon Armstrong suspension parts and accompanying drawings. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Rm. BY.21/N.14.8.36. Re: Gordon Armstrong Suspension. Kindly note we are advised by Gordon Armstrong Patent Suspension Co.Ltd., that they have despatched a case containing one set of suspension… | ||
| scan0284 | Receipt of drawings and parts for a Gordon Armstrong Suspension system for examination. | ||
| View original record | c. Hs/Rm. BY.1/G.17.8.36. Re: Gordon Armstrong Suspension. ------------------------------ We are sending you herewith the set of drawings which have been sent to us by Mr. Gordon Armstrong, as… | ||
| scan0285 | Report on Mr. Gordon Armstrong's Bentley Car. | ||
| View original record | S/W HS x261 To BY. from JS. re Mr.Gordon Armstrong's Bentley Car. JS2/E17.8.36 Copy to E. Hs. In Sg's absence I have shown your BY.3/G.14.8.36 to C. and he has asked me to say how very interesting he… | ||
| scan0286 | Test report on Mr Gordon Armstrong's modified Bentley car, focusing on its suspension and handling. | ||
| View original record | W.E.S To Sg. from E. c. Hs. Ey. Da. EV. E.1/HP.18.8.36. re Mr Gordon Armstrong's Bentley Car. I was very interested indeed to try the above car and the results show up in my opinion quite definitely… | ||
| scan0287 | Comparing independent front suspension systems, detailing issues with oscillations, steering reactions, and cornering performance. | ||
| View original record | the most violent front end oscillations were set up resulting in powerful steering reactions, and a most violent sideway vibration of the steering column. This last mentioned feature which was more… | ||
| scan0288 | Suspension systems, comparing an internal torsion bar design against one from Mr. Gordon Armstrong. | ||
| View original record | therefore going ahead with our own scheme with all possible speed, and although we think Mr Gordon Armstrong's effort is to be commended we do not think we should encourage him to believe that we are… | ||
| scan0289 | Letter to Gordon Armstrong Patent Suspension Co. Ltd. confirming the dispatch of wheels. | ||
| View original record | X1305 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.8/KW. 26th September,1936. Gordon Armstrong Esq., The Gordon Armstrong Patent Suspension Co.Ltd., Waltham Works, Beverley, E. Yorks. Dear Armstrong, Replying to your letter of… | ||
| scan0290 | Letter chasing the dispatch address for a delayed delivery of off-set wheels. | ||
| View original record | GRY X 1305 TELEPHONE: BEVERLEY 321 GRAMS: ARMSTRONG'S SUSPENSION The Gordon Armstrong Patent Suspension COMPANY LIMITED WALTHAM WORKS. OPPOSITE ST. MARY'S CHURCH, BEVERLEY E. YORKS. GORDON ARMSTRONG.… | ||
| scan0291 | Letter from the Experimental Department regarding the dispatch of special Bentley road wheels. | ||
| View original record | X1305 Exptl. Dept. HsLes.17/KW. 5th October, 1936. Gordon Armstrong Esq., Waltham Works, Beverley, E. Yorks. Dear Sir, We are despatching the special Bentley road wheels to-day. These have 1" less… | ||
| scan0292 | Despatch of two special Bentley road wheels with tyres to Gordon Armstrong for testing. | ||
| View original record | To D/BP. c. to Roy/Ms. c. to G/Mt. X 1305 Hs/Les.16/KW.5.10.36. We are sending into the stores for despatch to Mr. Gordon Armstrong, Waltham Works, Beverley, E. Yorks :- 2. Special Bentley Road Wheels… | ||
| scan0293 | Letter from Gordon Armstrong Patent Suspension Company detailing test results on offset wheels and steering. | ||
| View original record | x1305 TELEPHONE: BEVERLEY 321 GRAMS: ARMSTRONG'S SUSPENSION. The Gordon Armstrong Patent Suspension COMPANY LIMITED OUR REF GA.WC.6. YOUR REF WALTHAM WORKS, OPPOSITE ST. MARY'S CHURCH, BEVERLEY E.… | ||
| scan0294 | Letter from Gordon Armstrong Patent Suspension concerning steering dimensions and wheel offset. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: BEVERLEY 321 GRAMS: ARMSTRONG'S SUSPENSION. The Gordon Armstrong Patent Suspension COMPANY LIMITED WALTHAM WORKS, OPPOSITE ST. MARY'S CHURCH, BEVERLEY E. YORKS. GORDON ARMSTRONG. A.M.I.A.E.… | ||
| scan0295 | Letter to Gordon Armstrong regarding improved steering and a suggested visit to the Works to try the car. | ||
| View original record | X1305 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.10/KW. 8th October, 1936. Gordon Armstrong Esq., Waltham Works, Beverley, E. Yorks. Dear Mr. Armstrong, Many thanks for your letter of the 7th October. I am glad the wheels… | ||
| scan0296 | Letter from Gordon Armstrong Patent Suspension confirming a meeting appointment with Mr. Robotham. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: BEVERLEY 321 X1305 GRAMS: ARMSTRONG'S SUSPENSION. The Gordon Armstrong Patent Suspension COMPANY LIMITED WALTHAM WORKS, OPPOSITE ST. MARY'S CHURCH, BEVERLEY E. YORKS. GORDON ARMSTRONG.… | ||
| scan0297 | Telegram received by telephone. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. X1305 TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 9.30 Date: 13.10.36 To: Poletham Rolls-Royce By: bw from: Towcester 2.57 13 Message: Hynes oil completed cured steering stuck many… | ||
| scan0298 | Telegram message regarding the collection of a car for work on its Gordon Armstrong patent suspension. | ||
| View original record | Gordon Armstrong Patent Suspension, Waltham Works, Beverley, Yorks. X(305) Rm/Les. 27.10.36. GORDON ARMSTRONG. ARMSTRONG'S SUSPENSION. WILL COLLECT YOUR CAR TODAY STOP LESLIE. ROYCAR. | ||
| scan0299 | Letter from the Experimental Department discussing car steering, understeering, and damper performance. | ||
| View original record | 81305 Exptl. Dept. Rm/Les.12/JH. 3rd Novemeber, 1936. Gordon Armstrong Esq., The Gordon Armstrong Patent Suspension Co.Ltd., Waltham Works, Beverley. Dear Armstrong, I hope your car reached you in… | ||
| scan0300 | Page 2 of a letter discussing the results of an endurance test on dampers and proposing further modifications for testing on a car. | ||
| View original record | -2- In 2 weeks time I hope to have the results of the endurance test on your 2 dampers. If this is successful we should then like to try some on a car having :- (1) Aluminium casings. (2) Spring… | ||
| scan0301 | Graph plotting understeer and oversteer against sideway acceleration for a Gordon Armstrong Suspension Bentley. | ||
| View original record | GORDON ARMSTRONG SUSPENSION BENTLEY UNDER-STEER 2° 1° OVER-STEER 1° 2° SIDEWAY ACCEL. FRACTIONS OF g. .1 .2 .3 .4 .5 TYRE PRESS FRONT 30 LBS. REAR 35 LBS. FRONT 35 LBS. REAR 35 LBS. WET CONCRETE | ||
| scan0302 | Letter from George Angus & Co Ltd about supplying special gasket and diaphragm material samples. | ||
| View original record | TELEGRAMS: ANGUSTATE, ALD, LONDON ESTD. 1790. TELEPHONE: AVENUE 5176 X1305. ANGUS OIL SEALS TECHNICAL LEATHER MOTOR AND ENGINEERING PRODUCTS GEORGE ANGUS & CO LTD HEAD OFFICE & WORKS NEWCASTLE-ON-TYNE… | ||
| scan0303 | Changes to the poundage and plate thickness of rear road springs for the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | LES 1305. BY.6/G.18.11.36. ROY. c. Hs. c. Rm. c. BY/HHH. PHANTOM III - REAR ROAD SPRINGS. Referring to E.4/HP.13.11.36. we are arranging with ROY. for the thickness of the plates not to be finally… | ||
| scan0304 | Letter from Marconi-Ekco Instruments Ltd. proposing equipment for satisfactory stress measurement using a Cathode Ray Oscillograph. | ||
| View original record | MARCONI-EKCO INSTRUMENTS LTD. DIRECTORS: RT. HON. LORD INVERFORTH, P.C., (CHAIRMAN) W. S. VERRELLS H. A. WHITE E. K. COLE E. WILSHAW, J.P., F.C.I.S. D. Hart. H. R. C. VAN DE VELDE ELECTRA HOUSE… | ||
| scan0305 | Letter from Marconi-Ekco Instruments Ltd. regarding the supply of items and arranging a visit. | ||
| View original record | Experimental Department, Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd. 12.12.36. Items 2 and 3 are more or less standard and could be supplied without difficulty, but in regard to 1 we should like to have a discussion… | ||
| scan0306 | Letter from Jonas Woodhead & Sons Ltd. regarding a quotation for experimental springs. | ||
| View original record | 1305 JONAS WOODHEAD & SONS LTD., KIRKSTALL ROAD, LEEDS, 4. ALLAN G. KYLE,(Chairman & Managing) KENNETH A. E. MOORE, F.C.A. THOMAS H. SANDERS, M.I.MECH.E. JONAS WOODHEAD. TELEGRAMS: FORGE, LEEDS.… | ||
| scan0307 | Letter to Richard Berry & Sons arranging a visit to discuss testing their road springs. | ||
| View original record | 1303 Experimental Dept. Rm/Les.12/JH. 9th February, 1937. Richard Berry & Sons, Mafeking Road, Smethwick, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, I should like to come over to your Works to discuss the possibility of… | ||
| scan0308 | Despatch of 8 lubricator adaptors to Messrs Jonas Woodhead & Sons, which are to be returned. | ||
| View original record | To D/BP. from RmLes. c. to G/Mt. 130-s' Rm/Les.3/AP.10.2.37. We are sending into the Stores for despatch to Messrs Jonas Woodhead & Sons, Kirkstall Road, Leeds - 8 Lubricator adaptors. These will be… | ||
| scan0309 | Letter from Richard Berry & Son regarding a visit for Mr. Leslie to test a pair of road springs. | ||
| View original record | 1305? TELEPHONES: SMETHWICK 0631-2-3 TELEGRAMS: "SPRINGS," SMETHWICK Estd. 1847 RICHARD BERRY & SON PROPRIETORS: J. BROCKHOUSE & CO LTD WEST BROMWICH MAFEKING ROAD SMETHWICK Specialists in the… | ||
| scan0310 | Letter from the Experimental Department confirming an appointment with Richard Berry & Son. | ||
| View original record | (Experimental Dept.) Rm/Les8/M 11th February, 1937. Richard Berry & Son, Mafeking Road, SMETHWICK. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of the 10th instant. I shall endeavour to arrive at your Works… | ||
| scan0311 | Request to manufacture parts to test a stabilus device on project 1B.IV. | ||
| View original record | 222.1305 HPS from Rm/Les. Rm/Les9/M.11.2.37. Will you please make the following parts in order that we may test a stabilus device on 1B.IV. Rm 319 - 322 Rm/Les. | ||
| scan0312 | Cover sheet with stamped details for an individual at a London hotel, related to parts made. | ||
| View original record | 1305 15.2.37. OSCAR CUPPER, CHARING CROSS HOTEL, LONDON. PARTS MADE. LESLIE, ROYCAR | ||
| scan0313 | Telegram received by telephone confirming experimental stabilisator parts are ready. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 144A—21240 30/7/36 WHK ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. 1305' TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 11.35 Date: 13.2.34 To: R R Derby By: AU from: Charing Cross Stn. 10.55.14 Experimental Depot parts… | ||
| scan0314 | Telegram received by telephone regarding experimental stabilisator parts being ready. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 144A—21240 30/7/36 WHK ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. 1305 TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 11.35 Date: 13.2.37 To: K K Duer By: AU from: Charing Cross Stn. 10.55 / 14 Message: Experimental parts… | ||
| scan0315 | Follow-up letter from Marconi-Ekco Instruments regarding apparatus for Stress Measurements. | ||
| View original record | 1305 MARCONI-EKCO INSTRUMENTS LTD. DIRECTORS: RT. HON. LORD INVERFORTH. P.C. (CHAIRMAN) W. S. VERRELLS H. A. WHITE E. K. COLE E. WILSHAW. J.P., F.C.I.S. D. HART H. R. C. VAN DE VELDE ELECTRA HOUSE… | ||
| scan0316 | Letter from spring manufacturer Richard Berry & Son confirming a meeting with Mr. Leslie. | ||
| View original record | 1308 TELEPHONES: SMETHWICK 0631-2-3 TELEGRAMS: "SPRINGS," SMETHWICK Codes MARCONI INTERNATIONAL ABC. 5TH & 6TH Estd. 1847 RICHARD BERRY & SON PROPRIETORS: J.BROCKHOUSE & CO LTD WEST BROMWICH MAFEKING… | ||
| scan0317 | Telegram inquiring about the readiness of parts for the experimental department's stabilisator. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAPHS No. 0071 Office Stamp: 13 FEB 37 CONFIRMATION TIME OF RECEIPT: 11 23 Time handed in: 10.55 Office of Origin: CHARING CROSS STATION Words: 14 To: ROLLS ROYCE DERBY Message: =… | ||
| scan0318 | Letter to Marconi-Ekco Instruments Ltd. declining their proposed load measurement apparatus as too complicated. | ||
| View original record | 1305 Experimental Dept. Rm/Les.9/JH. 16th February, 1937. Messrs. Marconi-Ekco Instruments Ltd., Electra House, Victoria Embankment, LONDON.W.C.2. For the attention of Mr. Perkins. Dear Sirs, With… | ||
| scan0319 | Dispatch request for parts of a 'Stabilus' anti-roll system on loan. | ||
| View original record | 1305 D/BP. c. G/Mt. Rm/Lesl/R.19.2.37. Will you please despatch 2 packing casings containing parts for a "Stabilus" anti-roll system to:- Schenkers, Shipping Agents, Queen Victoria Street, E.C. These… | ||
| scan0320 | Letter from Marconi-Ekco Instruments Ltd. responding to an enquiry about a load measuring instrument. | ||
| View original record | 1305 MARCONI-EKCO INSTRUMENTS LTD. DIRECTORS: RT. HON. LORD INVERFORTH, P.C. (CHAIRMAN) W. S. VERRELLS H. A. WHITE E. K. COLE E. WILSHAW, J.P., F.C.I.S. D. HART H. R. C. VAN DE VELDE ELECTRA HOUSE… | ||
| scan0321 | The despatch of three pairs of road springs to Firths for modification. | ||
| View original record | To D/HP. From Rm/Les. c. to Roy/Ms. c. to G/MT. 130S Rm/Les.7/MJ.3.11.36. We are sending into the Stores for despatch to Firths the following road springs :- 1 Pair of 1000 lbs. FW.122. 1 Pair of 1050… | ||
| scan0322 | Letter to supplier T. Firth & John Brown Ltd. regarding the resetting of road springs. | ||
| View original record | 1305 Expl. Dept. Rm/Les.8/MJ. 3rd. November, 1936. Messrs. T. Firth & John Brown Ltd., Spring Dept., Tinsley Works, Sheffield. For the attention of Mr. Porter. Dear Sir, We are returning to you under… | ||
| scan0323 | Request to issue a covering order to the English Steel Corporation for one pair of Wraith rear springs. | ||
| View original record | Roy. G/JWH. 1305. Rm/Les4/R.16.11.36. Will you please issue a covering order to the English Steel Corporation for one pair of Wraith rear springs FW.754 as instructed in our letter Rm/Les.3/R.… | ||
| scan0324 | Letter to the English Steel Corporation Ltd. requesting the production of a test pair of road springs with specified alterations. | ||
| View original record | Heath 1305 Rm/Les3/B. 16.11.36 The English Steel Corporation Ltd., Vickers Works, SHEFFIELD. For the attention of Mr. B. Gray. Dear Sirs, This is to confirm our conversation, together with Mr.… | ||
| scan0325 | Page two of a letter to The English Steel Corporation Ltd. regarding a highly stressed spring. | ||
| View original record | The English Steel Corporation Ltd. -2- 16.11.36. tests on a rather highly stressed spring, rather than add to the weight of the complete car. We are arranging for our order office to issue a covering… | ||
| scan0326 | Letter from English Steel Corporation regarding the production of experimental springs. | ||
| View original record | TELEGRAMS:- STEELCORPO, SHEFFIELD. TELEPHONE:- 41071. EXTENSION LONDON OFFICE:- VICKERS HOUSE, BROADWAY, WESTMINSTER, S. W. 1. TELE: VICTORIA 6900. ENGLISH STEEL CORPORATION LTD INCORPORATING THE… | ||
| scan0327 | Letter to The English Steel Corporation requesting pricing for special road springs for experimental and production purposes. | ||
| View original record | 1303 K1044 Experimental Department 13th January 1937. Rm/Les.1/AP. The English Steel Corporation, Vickers Works, SHEFFIELD. For the attention of Mr.Gray. Dear Sirs, Confirming our telephone… | ||
| scan0328 | Request to send a covering order to James Woodhead & Co. Ltd. for two experimental pairs of springs. | ||
| View original record | 1305 1044 To Roy/Ms. Rm/Les.3/JH.4.2.37. Will you please send a covering order to James Woodhead & Co.Ltd., Leeds, for 2 exptl. pairs of springs to F.W.754. Order No.54127. Rm/Les. | ||
| scan0329 | Letter to James Woodhead & Sons Ltd. detailing the specifications for two pairs of road springs. | ||
| View original record | Road Springs. (Experimental Dept.) 1305. Rm/Les.2/M. 4th February, 1937. James Woodhead & Sons Ltd., Kirkstall Road, LEEDS. Dear Mr. Woodhead, Confirming our conversation at your Works we should like… | ||
| scan0330 | Letter requesting a quote for 400 springs and arranging a covering order. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - I should like to have the best figure you can quote per spring for 400 springs similar to this first pair and also for 400 similar to the second pair, that is, cadmium plated top plates. I will… | ||
| scan0331 | Letter to English Steel Corporation confirming an urgent order for two coil springs with specific dimensions. | ||
| View original record | 1305. 17th March 1937. Rm/Les.6/AP. English Steel Corporation, Vickers Works, SHEFFIELD. For the attention of Mr.Webster, Spring Dept. Dear Sir, This is to confirm yesterday's conversation. We require… | ||
| scan0332 | Letter to a supplier regarding specifications and pricing for Bentley rear springs. | ||
| View original record | 1305 RmLes12/R. 19th March, 1937. Messrs. Jonas Woodhead & Sons Ltd., Kirkstall Road, L E E D S. 4. For the attention of Mr. Sanders. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter dated the 18th, and the… | ||
| scan0333 | Covering order for six coil springs from the English Steel Corp. | ||
| View original record | 1305. To Roy/Ms. from Rm/Les. c. to G/JWH. o/54127 Rm/Les.12/AP.25.3.37. Will you please send a covering order to The English Steel Corp. for 6 coil springs to N.Sch.5071. These springs were ordered… | ||
| scan0334 | Order for Phantom III rear springs from Firth's and an inquiry for production pricing. | ||
| View original record | 1305 Roy/Ms. c. to G/JWH. Rm/Les9/R.5.4.37. Will you please order from Firth's the following P.III rear springs to their drawing No. 201. (a) two pairs 1350 lbs. (b) one " 1400 " We should also like… | ||
| scan0335 | Two rear spring top plates being returned for inspection to Jonas Woodhead & Sons Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 1305. D/BP.from Rm/Les. c. G/Mt. Rm/Les9/R.5.4.37. We are sending into the Stores for despatch to Messrs. Jonas Woodhead & Sons Ltd., Kirkstall Road, Leeds 4 :- 2 rear spring top plates. These are… | ||
| scan0336 | Letter to supplier Jonas Woodhead & Sons Ltd. regarding an order and quality issues with Bentley springs. | ||
| View original record | 1305 Rm/Lesll/R. 5th April, 1937. Messrs. Jonas Woodhead & Sons Ltd., Kirkstall Road, L E E D S.4. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 22nd and 26th instant. I am arranging for an order to… | ||
| scan0337 | Letter discussing a reduction in thickness on a spring top plate, proposing a solution. | ||
| View original record | -2- 5.4.37. The trouble with these springs appears to be due to the reduction in thickness round the eye. Firth's top plate is only .010" thicker than your top plates, but it is .045" thicker at the… | ||
| scan0338 | Letter to the English Steel Corporation regarding a failed road spring and an overdue order for Bentley springs. | ||
| View original record | 1303- Rm/Les5/R. 21st April, 1937. English Steel Corporation Ltd., Grimesthorpe Works, SHEFFIELD. For the Attention of Mr. Gray. Dear Sir, Mr. Webster requested that I should return to you the FW.754… | ||
| scan0339 | Broken rear road spring being returned for examination. | ||
| View original record | 1305? D/BP. from Rm/Les. c. G/Mt. Rm/Les4/R.21.4.37. ORDER NO.54127. We are sending into the Stores for despatch to the English Steel Corporation, Grimesthorpe Works, Sheffield:- 1 broken rear road… | ||
| scan0340 | Request to arrange a covering order for a pair of springs from Woodheads. | ||
| View original record | Roy/Ms. from Rm/Les. c. G/JWH. 1305/ Rm/Les6/R.21.4.37. Will you please arrange for a covering order to go to Woodheads for the pair of springs FW.754 referred to in G/Cam/CA.48/NR.31.3.37. Rm/Les. | ||
| scan0341 | Table of weights in pounds for various components of 1937 Buick Series '40', '60', '80', and '90' models. | ||
| View original record | 1305. C O N F. 1937 BUICK WEIGHTS. March 24th, 1937. WEIGHT IN POUNDS. PART. Series "40" Series "60" Series "80" Series "90" Engine - (Less clutch and oil, includes manifold.) 705 836 836 836 Exhaust… | ||
| scan0342 | Dispatch of 4 lubricators to Jonas Woodhead & Sons Ltd for fitment to springs. | ||
| View original record | 13057 To D/BP. c. to G/Mt. Rm/Les.3/JH.5.5.37. We are sending into the stores for despatch to Messrs. Jonas Woodhead & Sons Ltd., Kirkstall Road, Leeds.4. :- 4 lubricators. These will be returned to… | ||
| scan0343 | Letter to T.Firth & John Brown Ltd. regarding the production and cost of laminated road springs. | ||
| View original record | 1305 Experimental Dept. Rm/Les.2/JH. 11th May, 1937. Messrs. T.Firth & John Brown Ltd., Tinsley Works, Sheffield. Dear Sirs, We understand that you have recently had certain of your representatives in… | ||
| scan0344 | Letter to Silentbloc Ltd. inquiring about the performance and supply of an American INOX type of bush. | ||
| View original record | 1306 Rm/Les.12/AP. 11th May 1937 Messrs Silentbloc Ltd., Victoria Gardens, Ladbroke Road, Notting Hill Gate, LONDON W.11. For the attention of Mr.Harris. Dear Sirs, We have been told that you are… | ||
| scan0345 | Letter to John Bull Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a returned report on sound equipment and a potential future visit. | ||
| View original record | 1306 11th May 1937 Rm/Les.1/AP. Messrs John Bull Rubber Co.Ltd., Evington Valley Mills, LEICESTER For the attention of Mr.Randle. Dear Sirs, We are returning the report on sound equipment which your… | ||
| scan0346 | Letter to a supplier regarding the poor quality of recently supplied spring eyes and urging delivery of Bentley springs. | ||
| View original record | Experimental Dept. Rm/Les.1/JH. 11th May, 1937. Messrs. Jonas Woodhead & Sons Ltd., Kirkstall Road, Leeds.4. For the attention of Mr. Sanders. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of the 7th. We are… | ||
| scan0347 | Letter from Metalastik Limited acknowledging receipt of a sound report and inviting a representative for a plant visit. | ||
| View original record | METALASTIK LIMITED. 1305' 'Phone: 24531 'Grams: "Swiftness, Leicester" Directors. H.H.Burton. A.G.Barrett. M.H.Heilbut. EVINGTON VALLEY MILLS LEICESTER MG/JH 13th May 1937. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd.,… | ||
| scan0348 | Payment authorisation for an invoice from Leonard Williams (Distributors) Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 1305 Rm/Les. Les G/WFH/CA55/NR.19.5.37 We have an invoice from Leonard Williams (Distributors) Ltd. dated 14th inst. details of which are shown below. If you agree this invoice may be paid, will you… | ||
| scan0349 | Covering order for Packard front suspension parts obtained for inspection. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. from Rm/Les. 1305 Rm/Les.10/AP.21.5.37 Will you please send a covering order to Leonard Williams for the set of Packard front suspension parts referred to in G/WFH/CA.55/NR.19.5.37 (price £11.… | ||
| scan0350 | Inquiry to The Inland Manufacturing Co. regarding information on Inlox bushes, including a comparison to Silent-bloc bushes. | ||
| View original record | 1305 Experimental Dept. Rm/Les.9/JH. 21st April, 1937. Mr. Gyer, The Inland Manufacturing Co., Dayton. Ohia. Dear Mr. Gyer, Mr. Robotham has asked me to enquire from you some further information… | ||
| scan0351 | Letter to Silentbloc Ltd. enquiring about the technical details and patent status of Inlox bushes for front wheel suspension. | ||
| View original record | 1305 Rm/Les.17/AP. May 24th 1937 Silentbloc Ltd., Victoria Gardens, Ladbroke Road, Notting Hill Gate, LONDON W.11. For the attention of Mr.Jelly. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 14th.… | ||
| scan0352 | Drawing of a bushing showing its dimensions and a load vs. deflection graph. | ||
| View original record | LOAD - 100 POUNDS SIDE DEFLECTION END DEFLECTION DEFLECTION - THOUSANDTHS 1 3/32" 1/4" R. 3/16" 2 1/4" 1 7/8" 1.5065 7/8" .622 +.001 -.0005 132 | ||
| scan0353 | Letter from Silentbloc Limited regarding their inability to supply the 'Inlox' bush and comparing it with American manufactured samples. | ||
| View original record | SILENTBLOC LIMITED DIRECTORS: T. B. ANDRE, H. VEZEY STRONG, V. A. TRIER, W. L. HARRIS TELEPHONE PARK 9821 (4 LINES) TELEGRAMS SILENTBLOC, NOTTARCH, LONDON VICTORIA GARDENS, LADBROKE ROAD, NOTTING HILL… | ||
| scan0354 | Letter from Silentbloc Ltd. detailing the two main types of Inlox bushes. | ||
| View original record | DIRECTORS: T. B. ANDRE H. VEZEY STRONG, V. A. TRIER, W. L. HARRIS SILENTBLOC LIMITED TELEPHONE PARK 9821 (4 LINES) TELEGRAMS SILENTBLOC, NOTTARCH, LONDON VICTORIA GARDENS LADBROKE ROAD NOTTING HILL… | ||
| scan0355 | Page 2 of a letter concerning a bush sample sent for evaluation and arranging a follow-up meeting. | ||
| View original record | SHEET No.2. ROLLS ROYCE LTD., 26.5.37. experimented some time ago and it has a resistance to end load equal to that of the Inlox bush. We are sending a sample of this bush, under separate cover,… | ||
| scan0356 | Blueprint of a special Silentbloc flexible bushing with dimensions. | ||
| View original record | DIMS. FROM SAMPLE 5/16" 2 1/4" 1 1/8" DIA. 1 1/2" DIA. 2 7/8" SCALE: FULL SIZE DRAWN: ge. APPROVED: C.W.L. DATE: 26-5-37 SPECIAL SILENTBLOC SILENTBLOC LTD VICTORIA GARDENS, LADBROKE ROAD, NOTTING HILL… | ||
| scan0357 | Despatch note for two Inlox rubber bush units to be sent to Silentbloc Ltd. for inspection. | ||
| View original record | To D/BP. c. to G/Mt. 12AA? [crossed out] 1305 Rm/Les.8/JH.8.6.37. We are sending into the stores for despatch to :- Silentbloc Ltd., Victoria Gardens, Ladbrook Road, Notting Hill Gate, London.W.11. 2… | ||
| scan0358 | Letter to Silentbloc Ltd. requesting the production of special bushes for testing on a Packard car. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Les.2/AP. Experimental Department 8th June 1937 Silentbloc Ltd., Victoria Garden, Ladbroke Road, Notting Hill Gate. LONDON W.11. For the attention of Mr.Jelly. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter… | ||
| scan0359 | Letter to Silentbloc Ltd. requesting recommendations and prices for bushes, shackle pins and anchorage. | ||
| View original record | Experimental Dept. Rm/Les.4/JH. 12th June, 1937. Messrs. Silentbloc Ltd., Victoria Gardens, Ladbroke Road, Notting Hill Gate, London.W.11. For the attention of Mr. Harris. Dear Sirs, We are sending… | ||
| scan0360 | Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. arranging a visit for Mr. Clemson. | ||
| View original record | MANUFACTURERS OF AVON TYRES, SPORTS SUNDRIES, FOOTWEAR, FLOORING & MECHANICAL RUBBERS Telegrams: AVONRIB BIRMINGHAM Telephone: CENtral 6184/5 Established 1885 The AVON INDIA RUBBER Co., LTD. SYMBOLS… | ||
| scan0361 | Letter to Messrs Silentbloc Ltd. detailing the particulars and specifications for bushes required for a Packard car. | ||
| View original record | 130S- June 19th 1937 Rm/Les.5/AP. Messrs Silentbloc Ltd., Victoria Gardens, Ladbroke Road, Notting Hill Gate, LONDON W.11. For the attention of Mr.Harris. Dear Sirs, Here are a few more particulars… | ||
| scan0362 | The second page of a letter concerning Silentbloc bushes for rear road springs. | ||
| View original record | -2- We shall be very pleased to hear from you concerning this job and also concerning Silentbloc bushes for the rear road springs. Let us know if there is any further information that you would like.… | ||
| scan0363 | Letter from Silentbloc Limited regarding suggestions and prices for Silentbloc Bearings for springs. | ||
| View original record | DIRECTORS: T.B. ANDRE H.VEZEY STRONG . V.A.TRIER . W.L.HARRIS SILENTBLOC LIMITED TELEGRAMS SILENTBLOC, NOTTARCH, LONDON VICTORIA GARDENS, LADBROKE ROAD NOTTING HILL GATE LONDON, W.11 TELEPHONE PARK… | ||
| scan0364 | Letter from Silentbloc regarding the successful production of bush samples and requesting feedback on different proposals. | ||
| View original record | DIRECTORS: T. B. ANDRE H. VEZEY STRONG, V. A. TRIER, W. L. HARRIS SILENTBLOC LIMITED TELEGRAMS SILENTBLOC, NOTTARCH, LONDON VICTORIA GARDENS LADBROKE ROAD NOTTING HILL GATE LONDON, W. 11 TELEPHONE… | ||
| scan0365 | Letter from Silentbloc confirming the dispatch of sample bearings No. E.21317 and E.21830 for testing. | ||
| View original record | DIRECTORS: T. B. ANDRE H. VEZEY STRONG V. A. TRIER W. L. HARRIS SILENTBLOC LIMITED TELEGRAMS SILENTBLOC, NOTTARCH LONDON VICTORIA GARDENS LADBROKE ROAD NOTTING HILL GATE LONDON, W. 11 TELEPHONE PARK… | ||
| scan0366 | Requesting a covering order to be issued to Firth's for road springs. | ||
| View original record | To Roy/Ms. from Rm/Les. c. G/JWH. 1305! Rm/Les.19/AP.14.7.37 Will you please issue a covering order to Firth's for the following road springs:- 3 pairs having lubrication to FW.754. 2 pairs having… | ||
| scan0367 | Letter to Silentbloc Limited regarding the unsatisfactory performance of their bushes in preliminary tests on a Packard car. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Les6/R. 16th July, 1937. Silentbloc Limited, Victoria Gardens, Ladbroke Road, Notting Hill Gate, W.11. For the attention of Mr. Harris. Dear Sirs, We have got your bushes now fitted into our… | ||
| scan0368 | Despatch note detailing 6 ball ends being sent to Messrs. Silentbloc Ltd. to be returned later. | ||
| View original record | 1305. To D/BP. c. to G/Mt. Rm/Les.18/JH.16.7.37. We are sending into the stores for despatch to :- Messrs. Silentbloc Ltd., Victoria Gardens, Ladbroke Road, Notting Hill Gate, LONDON.W.11. 6 ball ends… | ||
| scan0369 | From Gabriel & Co., Ltd. regarding costs for lever patterns, returning blueprints, and proposed additions to machined parts. | ||
| View original record | Telegraphic Address: 'GABRIEL, BIRMINGHAM' MEMORANDUM. Telephone No. ASTON CROSS 0756, 0757 & 0758. FROM GABRIEL & CO., Ltd., Railway, Tramway, Cabinet & General Brassfounders. STAINLESS STEEL… | ||
| scan0370 | Letter from Silentbloc Limited regarding issues with sample bushes and shock absorber link ball ends. | ||
| View original record | DIRECTORS: T.B. ANDRE H.VEZEY STRONG V.A.TRIER W.L.HARRIS SILENTBLOC LIMITED TELEGRAMS SILENTBLOC, NOTTARCH, LONDON VICTORIA GARDENS LADBROKE ROAD NOTTING HILL GATE LONDON, W.11 TELEPHONE PARK 9821 (4… | ||
| scan0371 | Letter from Silentbloc Limited's Technical Department regarding experiments with ball ends and sleeves. | ||
| View original record | SHEET NO.2. ROLLS ROYCE LTD., rubber may tear in this hole. Is it possible for us to have a set of ball ends which have not been drilled, or may we fill up the samples already sent with solder ?… | ||
| scan0372 | Letter from a consulting engineer regarding a patent survey on resilient bushings. | ||
| View original record | W.W. CONSTANTINE. CONSULTING ENGINEER. OUR REF. EW/IL/152 YOUR REF. 1305 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. ENG. TEL: VICTORIA 3537-3538. 21st. July 1937. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Limited, Derby.… | ||
| scan0373 | Letter to Messrs. Gabriel & Co., Ltd. accepting proposed costs for patterns and machining, and returning blueprints. | ||
| View original record | 1305 Rm13/R. 23rd July, 1937. Messrs. Gabriel & Co.,Ltd., 4 & 5 A B Row, BIRMINGHAM, 4. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of July 17th, and regret the delay in replying, but our Works have been… | ||
| scan0374 | Invoice for 6 rubber bushes from The British Tyre & Rubber Co. Ltd and requesting payment instructions. | ||
| View original record | 1305' Damsen J Landels 13-687 14.375 Rm/Les. G/WFH/CA.28/MV.23.7.37. We have an invoice from The British Tyre & Rubber Co.Ltd. dated 13th inst. on which we are charged 1/3d.each for 6 Rubber Bushes… | ||
| scan0375 | From supplier Gabriel & Co., Ltd. confirming they are proceeding with patterns and sample castings. | ||
| View original record | Telegraphic Address: "GABRIEL, BIRMINGHAM" MEMORANDUM Telephone No. ASTON CROSS 0756, 0757 & 0758. FROM GABRIEL & CO., Ltd., Railway, Tramway, Cabinet & General Brassfounders. STAINLESS STEEL FITTINGS… | ||