Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| img001 | Tests on the relationship between ignition sparking plug voltage and the acceleration performance of a chassis. | ||
| View original record | To E. c. to Wor. c. to Hy. c. to Ra. c. to Mx. Sparking Plugs general 6000 Hs/Wst.II/JH.12.6.36. Relation of ignition sparking Plugs Voltage to Acceleration performance of chassis. When Mr. Kennington… | ||
| img002 | Test results table showing 'steady braking' and 'pick up' performance for a 6-cylinder engine at various speeds. | ||
| View original record | No. S.R.L. No. 6 31.5.11 TABLE DATA COLUMN HEADERS: - Speed Miles/hr. Top gear. - No.1 CYL.: steady braking / Pick up Test - No.2 CYL.: steady braking / Pick up test - No.3 CYL.: steady braking / Pick… | ||
| img003 | Engine cylinder performance suggesting alterations to the induction pipe and carburettor system. | ||
| View original record | -3- Hs/Wst.11/JH.12.6.36. The above gap dimensions are in m.m. These results show that there is some appreciable difference in the "pick-up" voltage and constant load voltage on cylinders one and six,… | ||
| img004 | Acquisition of faulty spark plugs from Professor Dodds' Bentley for examination. | ||
| View original record | To LA. (Test Dept.) Y6-000. HS/Wst.9/JH. 29.7.36. With reference to the faulty plugs on Professor Dodds' Bentley, we understand from Sg. that 3 sets of plugs were removed from his car and reported as… | ||
| img005 | Letter regarding the history of faulty spark plugs replaced on Professor Dodd's car, model 34-GA. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Wst WST . /Looo. LA19/T3.8.36. Re. Professor Dodd 34-GA As far as my knowledge goes there has only been one set of faulty plugs taken out of the above car. Prior to taking out the set which you now… | ||
| img006 | Letter to the Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. requesting sample plugs for testing on Phantom III and 25/30 chassis. | ||
| View original record | Y6000. Hs/Wst.7/MA. 3rd August, 1936. Messrs. The Champion Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., 83, Pall Mall, London, S.W.1. Dear Sirs, We would like to try out Experimentally Champion Sparking plugs in our cars.… | ||
| img007 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. arranging a visit to Rolls-Royce. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 4744-5&6. TELEGRAMS CHAMPLUG.LONDON. CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG Co.LTD., MEMBERS OF S.M.M.&T. S.M.T.A. LTD. M.T.A. B.C.& M.C.M. & T.U. N.U.M. 83 PALL MALL, LONDON, S.W.1. FACTORIES… | ||
| img008 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. regarding a telegram about plugs sent for testing and arranging a visit. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 4744-5&6 TELEGRAMS CHAMPLUG.LONDON. CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG Co.LTD., MEMBERS OF S.M.M.&T. S.M.M.T.A LTD. M.T.A. B.C. & M.C.&T.U. N.U.M. 83 PALL MALL, LONDON, S.W.1. FACTORIES… | ||
| img009 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the supply and specification of spark plugs for specific engines. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 4744-5&6. CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG Co.LTD., MEMBERS OF S.M.M.&T. S.M.T.A.LTD. M.T.A. B.C.&M.C.M.&T.U. N.U.M. 83 PALL MALL, LONDON, S.W.1. 6th August 1936 Y6000. TELEGRAMS… | ||
| img010 | Confirming a slowdown in ordering RL.14 Sparking Plugs for the Phantom III Chassis. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Wst. V6 2000. Roy/GEA. 13/VR. 10.8.36. In accordance with your request on the telephone a few days ago, we are going slow with the ordering of RL.14 Sparking Plugs for Phantom 3 Chassis, as we… | ||
| img011 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the supply of N.A.10 and N.A.14 spark plugs for testing on the 'Phantom' model and a racing engine. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 4744-5&6. CHAMPION TRADE MARK TELEGRAMS CHAMPLUG, LONDON. rb 6000, CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG CO. LTD., MEMBERS OF S.M.M.&T. S.M.T.A. LTD. M.T.A. B.C.M.C.M.&T.U. N.U.M. FACTORIES… | ||
| img012 | Invoice from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. for spark plugs. | ||
| View original record | 2 Hs/Wst. 86-000 G/Cam/AA.20/IL.13.8.36. C. to Roy. We are in receipt of an invoice dated 6th inst.from the Champion Sparking Plug Co.Ltd. on which we are charged with 14. N.A.10 and 8. L.10 Plugs at… | ||
| img013 | Letter to the Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the unsuitability of their NA.10 plugs due to a high heat factor and a request for a batch designed to run hotter. | ||
| View original record | r6000. H s/Wst.11/MA. 18th August, 1936. The Champion Sparking Plug, Co.Ltd., 83, Pall Mall, London, S.W.1. Dear Sir, We have tested the 24 NA.10 plugs which you have submitted for test and regret… | ||
| img014 | Covering order for Champion Sparking Plugs. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. -6000, Hs/Wst.6/JH.19.8.36. Will you please issue a covering order to the Champion Sparking Plug Co. for 24 type NA.10 and 8 type L.10 plugs delivered to us and charged to us at 1/6 each.… | ||
| img015 | Letter to Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the satisfactory performance of their N.A.8 and L.B.8 plugs. | ||
| View original record | 6000 RC. December 10th.1937. Rm.S/AP. Champion Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., Feltham, MIDDLESEX Dear Sirs, In reply to your letter addressed to Mr.Childs, reference AWW/LP., whilst we have not carried out… | ||
| img016 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the supply and testing of various spark plugs. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 4744-5&6. TELEGRAMS CHAMPLUG, LONDON. TRADE MARK CHAMPION r6000. CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG Co.LTD., MEMBERS OF S.M.M.&T. S.M.T.A. LTD. M.T.A. B.C.&M.C.M.&T.U. N.U.M 83 PALL MALL,… | ||
| img017 | Customer complaint regarding poor performance, a flat spot at 50 m.p.h., and an oil leak on a 4 1/4 litre Bentley. | ||
| View original record | WSP. 86000. This is getting serious EP/Thn6/MH.22.8.36 re 4 1/4 litre Bentley Chassis No.B-75-GP C.B.P.Forwood Esq Rm We have had a complaint from this owner in regard to the above car just delivered… | ||
| img018 | Investigation into customer complaints of engine fading and leaking shock absorbers. | ||
| View original record | COPY Mr Flatford 21.8.36 B-75-GP G.R.Forwood Esq (at Watson & Co. Birkenhead) Complaints.- Engine fading out 50 m.p.h. Shock absorbers leaking oil. I tested the above car on the road, and at first… | ||
| img019 | Unrecorded invoices for spark plugs from AC-Sphinx and Champion. | ||
| View original record | WST 860001 Hs/Wst. G/Cam/EM.43/KI.22.9.36. C. to C/Ms. C. to Roy/Ms. Hereunder kindly note details of invoices in our possession, and as Stores Department have no record of receiving the material… | ||
| img020 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. arranging a meeting to show samples of special plugs. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 4744-5&6. CHAMPION TRADE MARK TELEGRAMS CHAMPLUG, LONDON. CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG CO. LTD., MEMBERS OF S.M.M.&T. S.M.T.A. LTD. M.T.A. B.C.&M.C.M.&T.U. N.U.M. FACTORIES WINDSOR,… | ||
| img021 | The trial of different sparking plugs on a Phantom III and a Bentley 4 1/4 litre trials car. | ||
| View original record | To C. c.c. to JLE. c.c. to LA. 16001 Re Phantom III & Bentley Trials car. We should like to try out different type sparking plugs on the above chassis, and we should be glad if you will arrange to… | ||
| img022 | Letter to Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. to arrange a visit. | ||
| View original record | 6000' Hs/Wst.9/JH. 30th September, 1936. The Champion Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., 83 Pall Mall, London, S.W.1. Dear Sirs, With reference to your letter of the 29th instant, Friday afternoon will be… | ||
| img023 | Trial of certain plugs on Phantom III & Bentley trials cars. | ||
| View original record | WST 86000 --> S/W...Hs/Wst c. to JLE. c. to LA. ----- C7/C1.10.36 Re Phantom III & Bentley Trials car. Hs/Wst11/JH30.9.36 ----- We note you would like to try out certain plugs on our trials cars. Will… | ||
| img024 | Receipt of various Champion plugs to be booked in free of charge. | ||
| View original record | 2 To G/Mt. c. to G/JWH. 460001 Hs/Wst.3/JH.3.10.36. The following plugs have been received by us from Messrs. Champion and should be booked in :- 20 type LB.10 plugs. 20 " NA.8 plugs. 20 " NA.9 plugs.… | ||
| img025 | Recommending the continued use of the 831 LR sparking plug for the 25/30 HP chassis due to reliability and cost. | ||
| View original record | To By. c. to Mx. c. to Roy. 76000 HS/Wst.2/JH.13.10.36. 25/30 HP. Chassis Sparking Plugs. With reference to your By/Cgh.4/G.7.5.36. in view of the fact that no trouble has been experienced with the… | ||
| img026 | 25/30 HP complaint regarding carburetter and plug trouble with the use of ethyl fuel. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. Cricklewood. 23.10.36. 25/30 H.P. Complaint Carburetter V Plugs. We have obtained further information with regard to plug trouble with the use of Ethyl, which follows very closely the… | ||
| img027 | Concluding statement regarding the removal of deposits by cleaning, compared to using mica plugs. | ||
| View original record | -2- They do not claim entire absence of trouble, but claim that the deposit can be got rid of by cleaning, more throughly than with mica plugs. G.W.Hancock. | ||
| img028 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. confirming a technical engineer's visit. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 4744-5&6. TELEGRAMS CHAMPLUG.LONDON CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG CO. LTD., MEMBERS OF S.M.M.&T. S.M.T.A. LTD. M.T.A. B.C.&.M.C.M.&.T.U. N.U.M. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE… | ||
| img029 | Letter regarding the dispatch and testing of Champion LB.10 sparking plugs on a 25/30 car. | ||
| View original record | H.F. Hamilton, Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, FRANCE. c: to G.W.H. 86000. Rm/Wst.22/JH.28.10.36. We are sending out to you one set of Champion type LB.10 sparking plugs. Will you please arrange… | ||
| img030 | Arranging the forwarding of Champion spark plugs to France for testing on Chassis 22-G-V. | ||
| View original record | To D/Exp. from RHC/WSC. G/Ant. G/Pls. c. Rm/Wst. Handwritten: 6000. RHC/WSC.12/BA.28.10.36. 0/54337. Re Testing in France - Chassis 22-G-V. We hand you herewith:- 6 Champion 14 m/m Sparking Plugs.… | ||
| img031 | Requesting a follow-up on the dispatch of half a dozen Champion Sparking Plugs. | ||
| View original record | WST Please follow up Rm. N/W. Rm. 86000 GWH has asked us to send on half a dozen Champion Sparking Plugs for your attention. These have been booked out on N/W-Sheet 17385, and no doubt the Shipping… | ||
| img032 | Cover memo for an attached report received from G.W. Hancock. | ||
| View original record | To E. c. to Wst. c. to Rmy FD. [Struck through] c. to Rmy Swdl. [Struck through] 860001. Rm.10/JH.29.10.36. We attach herewith a copy of a report received from G.W.Hancock . Rm. | ||
| img033 | Order to be placed with Messrs Champion for various sparking plugs. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. from Rm/Wst. c. G/JWH. 6000 Rm/Wst.15/AP.14.11.36. CHAMPION SPARKING PLUGS Will you please send an order to Messrs Champion for:- 100 - LB.8 Plugs. 100 - LB.9 Plugs. with 14 m/m. thread reach… | ||
| img034 | Request to the Champion Sparking Plug Co. for a trial supply of L8S sparking plugs. | ||
| View original record | r6 000 Rm/Wat.33/JH. 4th November 1936. The Champion Sparking Plug Co., 83, Pall Mall, London.S.W.1. Dear Sirs, Will you please arrange to supply us for experimental trial with 2 doz. L8S sparking… | ||
| img035 | Instructing the despatch of various parts for a Bentley Chassis. | ||
| View original record | To [redacted] from HPS/WSC. c. Rm/Wst. 6000 HPS/WSC.7/BA.9.11.36. Bentley Chassis. We have sent into the Despatch Stores in accordance with Rm/Wst's instructions:- 6 - 14 m/m A.C. Sparking Plugs. 6 -… | ||
| img036 | Letter to Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding modifications for Bentley chassis spark plugs. | ||
| View original record | V6000. Rm/Wst.9/MA. 9th November, 1936. The Champion Sparking Plug, Co.Ltd., 83, Pall Mall, London, S.W.1. Dear Sir, In connection with sparking plug for our Bentley chassis there are one or two… | ||
| img037 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the supply of hotter plugs and terminals. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 4744-5&6 TELEGRAMS CHAMPLUG, LONDON. CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG CO. LTD., MEMBERS OF S.M.M.&T. S.M.T.A. LTD. M.T.A. B.C.&M.C.M.&T.U. N.U.M. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE… | ||
| img038 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding modifications for a Bentley chassis sparking plug. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 4744-5&6. TELEGRAMS CHAMPLUG, LONDON. CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG CO. LTD., 83 PALL MALL, LONDON, S.W.1. MEMBERS OF S.M.M.&T. S.M.T.A. LTD. M.T.A. B.C.& M.C.M.&T.U. N.U.M PLEASE ADDRESS… | ||
| img039 | Follow-up letter from Imperial Airways Ltd. requesting a sparking plug and information. | ||
| View original record | IMPERIAL AIRWAYS LTD. TELEGRAMS: IMPAIRLIM, TELEX, LONDON. TELEPHONE: VICTORIA 2211. AIRWAY TERMINUS, VICTORIA STATION, LONDON, S.W.1. K6000. [Handwritten] C.E. HLH/LGM/25672. 12th November,1936.… | ||
| img040 | The performance of Champion spark plugs fitted to 25/30 models to resolve ongoing troubles. | ||
| View original record | 6000. To Rm. from GWH. Cricklewood, Nov. 23rd, 1936. 25/30. Plug Troubles. As the saying goes you quickly hear of anything wrong, but seldom when alright. It is the case with our Champion plugs. We… | ||
| img041 | Resume of experience with sparking plug troubles, particularly on the Bentley chassis, using K.L.G. Mica insulated plugs with leaded fuel. | ||
| View original record | 6000 To Sg. from Rm/Wst. c. to Hs. E. Hy. c. to Mx. Hd. EP. c. to Sr. Br. K. SPARKING PLUGS FITTED TO OUR CAR ENGINES. In view of the troubles experienced with sparking plugs, particularly on the… | ||
| img042 | Analysis of experimental tests on mica spark plugs, detailing their faults and comparing them to ceramic alternatives. | ||
| View original record | -2- Our opinion as a result of experimental tests with these plugs is that the rough edges of the mica become incandescent at a certain temperature dependent on engine speed, and early ignition… | ||
| img043 | The performance and market developments of Champion and K.L.G. spark plugs. | ||
| View original record | -3- furnace in their Experimental Dept. The Champion Co. still pin their faith to their existing insulator, which may be because they can do no other, in view of Messrs K.L.G. securing the rights for… | ||
| img044 | The testing of faulty K.L.G. sparking plugs returned from Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | 6000. From Rm/Br. c. to Wst. Rm/Br.6/AP.14.12.36. BENTLEY SPARKING PLUG COMPLAINTS. The K.L.G. sparking plugs which have been returned to us as faulty, have been tested with results as follows:- B.192… | ||
| img045 | Letter chasing the delivery of Champion sparking plugs for testing on a Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | 6000. Experimental Department 15th December 1936. Rm/Wst.10/AP. Champion Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., 83 Pall Mall, LONDON S.W.1. Dear Sirs, It is understood you are supplying to us as soon as possible a… | ||
| img046 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the delivery of LB.types plugs. | ||
| View original record | 6000. TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 4744-5&6 TELEGRAMS CHAMPLUG.LONDON. TRADE CHAMPION MARK CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG CO.LTD., FACTORIES WINDSOR, CANADA MEMBERS OF S.M.M.&T. S.M.T.A. LTD. M.T.A. B.C.&M.C.&T.U.… | ||
| img047 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the supply of N.A.8 spark plugs and a Service Unit and Tester. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 4744-5 & 6. TRADE CHAMPION MARK 6000 TELEGRAMS CHAMPLUG, LONDON. CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG Co.LTD., MEMBERS OF S.M.M.& T. S.M.T.A. LTD. M.T.A. B.C & M.C.M. & T.U. N.U.M. PLEASE… | ||
| img048 | Requesting the purchase of a ceramic sparking plug cleaning machine from the Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | r6000. To EJJ. from Rm/Wst. Rm/Wst.14/AP.14.12.36. CERAMIC SPARKING PLUG CLEANING MACHINE. With the advent of "Ceramic" insulated non-detachable sparking plugs on both chassis and aero engines, we… | ||
| img049 | The failure and inspection of Champion Sparking Plugs from a 36-EX engine. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c. to Wst. 6000 Rm/WB.2/JH.30.12.36. Champion Sparking Plugs. We have removed 12 Champion Long Reach N.A.9. sparking plugs from the engine of 36-EX. These plugs were fitted to the exhaust side… | ||
| img050 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. confirming a telegram and arranging a visit to deliver special plugs. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 4744-5&6. TELEGRAMS CHAMPLUG. LONDON. CHAMPION TRADE MARK CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG CO. LTD., FACTORIES WINDSOR, CANADA. MEMBERS OF S.M.M.&T. S.M.T.A. LTD. M.T.A. B.C.&M.C.M.&T.U.… | ||
| img051 | To G.W. Hancock regarding the dispatch of Champion LB.9 plugs for testing on a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | 6000 To G.W.Hancock, Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, FRANCE. Rm/Wst.10/JH.9.1.37. BENTLEY PLUGS. We are sending you 7 Champion LB.9 plugs for test on the Bentley. These plugs have a grade higher… | ||
| img052 | Transfer of Champion sparking plugs for a Bentley Trials Car. | ||
| View original record | To: [redacted] from HPS/WSC. c. RM/Wst. 600 0 HPS/WSC.S/BA.11.1.37. Bentley Trials Cars. We hand you herewith:- 6 Champion LB.9 Sparking Plugs. Will you please forward same to JLE, at Lillie Hall,… | ||
| img053 | Query regarding which ignition plugs to use, AC or Champion, for a vehicle in France. | ||
| View original record | WST 6000 what do you want Hancock to do To, Rm. Rm HOTEL DE FRANCE, CHATEAUROUX, Indre, FRANCE. Rm/GWH/8/JAB. 11th January 1937. 6. B. IV. We have received 7 AC. Ignition Plugs X 428. We obtained from… | ||
| img054 | Receipt of Wakefield's oil, white metal bearings, and issues with unsuitable Champion LB.9 spark plugs. | ||
| View original record | 6000 HOTEL DE FRANCE, CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. Rm/GWH/7/JAB. 13th January 1937. WST. To. Rm. 6. B. IV. We have received the Wakefield's "EP" Oil. The axle will be drained and filled with this oil… | ||
| img055 | Letter discussing the fitting and testing of various types of spark plugs. | ||
| View original record | To G.W.Hancock, Esq. C/O Hotel De France, Chateauroux, Indre, FRANCE. In reply to your Rm/GWH.8/JAB. of the 11th inst. we should prefer you to fit the Champion L.B. plugs we have since sent out to you… | ||
| img056 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the supply and stock of various spark plug types. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE WHITEHALL 4744-5&6. 6000 TELEGRAMS CHAMPLUG. LONDON. CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG Co. LTD., FACTORIES WINDSOR, CANADA. MEMBERS OF S.M.M.&T. S.M.T.A. LTD. M.T.A. B.C.&M.C.M.&T.U. N.U.M. 83 PALL… | ||
| img057 | The performance and testing of K.L.G. Corundite, Bosch, and Lodge sparking plugs. | ||
| View original record | 600 from Rm/W.Brazier. c. to Rm/Wst. 22.1.37. K.L.G. CORUNDITE SPARKING PLUGS. We have fitted K.L.G. Corundite sparking plugs to the following cars - 35-EX. K.L.G.171 all cylinders, inlet and exhaust.… | ||
| img058 | Letter to Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. requesting 72 type N.A.7 plugs. | ||
| View original record | 6000 Rm/Wst.9/AP. Your ref. HWC/EP. Experimental Department 23rd January 1937. Champion Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., 83 Pall Mall, LONDON S.W.1. Dear Sirs, In reply to your letter of the 20th inst., we… | ||
| img059 | Requesting a covering order for 72 type N.A.7. sparking plugs from the Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 6000 To Roy. from Rm/Wst. c.c. to G/JWH. Rm/Wst.10/AP.23.1.37. O/54317 Will you please send a covering order to the Champion Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., for 72 - type N.A.7. sparking plugs. Rm/Wst. | ||
| img060 | Inquiry from Ethyl Export Corporation regarding tests of a 'Marathon' aviation spark plug. | ||
| View original record | CABLEGRAMS: ETHYLPORT. LONDON TELEGRAMS: ETHYLPORT. SOWEST. 6000 ETHYL EXPORT CORPORATION Incorporated in the State of Delaware. U.S.A. with limited liability. THAMES HOUSE, MILLBANK LONDON, S.W.1… | ||
| img061 | Letter to Ethyl Export Corporation enquiring about a 'Marathon' spark plug from the Massa Company for testing. | ||
| View original record | 6000 Experimental Department 28th January 1937. Rm/Wst.12/AP. R.Banks Esq., Ethyl Export Corporation, Thames House, Millbank, LONDON S.W.1. Dear Banks, In reply to yours of the 27th inst., we have… | ||
| img062 | Letter from Ethyl Export Corporation regarding an inquiry for a high duty plug. | ||
| View original record | CABLEGRAMS: ETHYLPORT, LONDON. TELEGRAMS: ETHYLPORT, SOWEST. ETHYL EXPORT CORPORATION Incorporated in the State of Delaware, U.S.A. with limited liability THAMES HOUSE, MILLBANK LONDON, S.W.1… | ||
| img063 | Letter to the Champion Sparking Plug Co. requesting samples of their latest aero plugs for experimental testing. | ||
| View original record | 6000 Rm/Wst.8/AP. Experimental Dept. 1st. February 1937. The Champion Sparking Plug Co., 83 Pall Mall, LONDON S.W.1. Dear Sirs, We were very interested to receive copy of the correspondence regarding… | ||
| img064 | Letter to Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. enquiring about the specifications and availability of type L.8 spark plugs for Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | 6000 Experimental Department 2nd. February 1937. Rm/Wst.1/AP. Champion Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., 83 Pall Mall, LONDON S.W.1. Dear Sirs, We understand that you have professed ignorance regarding type… | ||
| img065 | Availability of Phantom III sparking plugs. | ||
| View original record | 6000 Rm/GWH from Rm/Wst. Cricklewood. Rm/Wst.17/M.4.2.37. Replying to your memo re PhIII Sparking Plugs we regret we have no spare plugs here as all our spare plugs were passed over to the Repair… | ||
| img066 | Correction notice regarding the correct Champion sparking plugs for the 20HP model. | ||
| View original record | Hd. from Rm/Wst. Rm/Wst.16/M.4.2.37. With reference to the Depot Sheet recently sent out covering the temporary use of Champion Sparking Plugs, will you please note the sparking plugs for the 20HP.… | ||
| img067 | Failure of Champion LB.9 spark plugs after 719 miles and reverting to K.L.G. plugs. | ||
| View original record | 6000 Lillie Hall to W. Rm/Wst. RC1/L/1.3.37. Champion Plugs - LB.9. - - - - - - - - - - - I am returning herewith the 6 Champion LB.9 plugs which you sent us. The above plugs were fitted to B 2 GA and… | ||
| img068 | The removal, inspection, and replacement of K.L.G. and Champion spark plugs in two Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/Gry. c. to Wst. c. to FD. 6000 Rm/WB.10/JH.13.3.37. BENTLEY SPARKING PLUGS. We have removed the K.L.G. F.L.B.50X sparking plugs from 1-B-IV and Champion L.B.9 from 4-B-IV. The K.L.G.'s had… | ||
| img069 | The despatch of K.L.G. plugs for Sg's car. | ||
| View original record | b o o o . To D/BP. c. to G/Mt. c. to RC (Lillie Hall). c. to G/RD. Wst/RC.10/JH.24.3.37. By Sg's request, 6 FLB.30X type, K.L.G. plugs have been despatched to Lillie Hall. These plugs are to be fitted… | ||
| img070 | The failure of experimental plugs in car 61-FC after 1614 miles. | ||
| View original record | S/W. 6000 Lp.11/PH. 25.3.37. To Wst from Lp. 61-FC. The experimental plugs fitted to the above car began to miss badly after running 1614 miles. These have been removed by Mr.Hancock at Kingsbury who… | ||
| img071 | Misfiring of E.27-KLG plugs in a customer's car due to overheating. | ||
| View original record | 6000 Rm/Wst. He. Mr. Hd. Kingsbury, March 25th, 1937. Re: E.27-KLG PLUGS. The set of plugs E.27 KLG fitted to Mr. Lappin's car are misfiring at slow speeds. The examination of the points and… | ||
| img072 | Serious misfiring and overheating issues of E.27-KLG plugs. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Wst. Hs. Mx. Hd. WST see me Kingsbury. March 25th, 1937. Re: E.27-KLG PLUGS. [STAMP: RECEIVED MAY 25 1937] The set of plugs E.27 KLG fitted to Mr. Lappin's car are misfiring at slow speeds. The… | ||
| img073 | Request to dispatch six plugs (FL8.30X) to Lillie Hall to be fitted to a Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | To HPS/CEP. 6000. Wst/RC.15/JH.2.4.37. Re FL8.30X (Stamped E.27) Plugs removed from Lp's Car. Will you please despatch 6 of these plugs to RC. at Lillie Hall, to be fitted to Lp's. Bentley chassis.… | ||
| img074 | The testing of K.L.G. type FLS.30X spark plugs removed from a Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Lp. c. to RM/GWH. c. to HS. c. to MX. c. to Hd. c. to W/K - KC. 6000 Rm/Wst.1/JH.2.4.37. Re K.L.G. type FLS.30X Sparking Plugs removed from your Bentley chassis. These plugs when received were… | ||
| img075 | Letter from an accumulator manufacturer discussing the performance of different spark plugs in Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | Works, Dagenham Dock, Essex PHONE SLOANE 7164. 5 LINES PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE TELEGRAMS DAGENITE, SOWEST, LONDON. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors -… | ||
| img076 | Letter acknowledging customer feedback on plugs and requesting their return for examination. | ||
| View original record | 6000 Rm/Wst.15/JH. 4th April, 1937. G.R.N.Minchin Esq., Messrs. Peto & Radford, 50, Grosvenor Gardens, London.S.W.1. Dear Mr. Minchin, Replying to your letter of the 3rd. inst. the information you… | ||
| img077 | Fitting Kerundite Sparking Plugs to all car types and requesting delivery rate information from K.L.G. Co. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. c. to HY. c. to Rm/Wst. c. to Rm/Gry. Hs.3/KW.7.4.37. 6000 Kerundite Sparking Plugs. We are anxious to get these fitted to all three types of cars as soon as possible. We do not wish to send… | ||
| img078 | Required quantity of 'Corundite' sparking plugs for various chassis models. | ||
| View original record | "Corundite" Sparking Plugs Type FE/30.X - for P.III Chassis Type F1B/30.X - for 25/30HP and Bentley Chassis. ROY1/MGS.4.37 There are approximately 80 of each type of chassis at present in the hands of… | ||
| img079 | The supply and distribution plan for 'Corundite' sparking plugs. | ||
| View original record | WST 6000 To BY. from ROY. c. Hs c. Rm/Wst c. Rm/Gry c. Mx. ROY1/MG9.4.37 "Corundite" Sparking Plugs Type FE/30.X - for P.III Chassis Type FLB/30.X - for 25/30 HP and Bentley Chassis Arising out of… | ||
| img080 | Returning a K.L.G. E.27 sparking plug removed from Chassis B-56-B.N. for examination and repair. | ||
| View original record | To D. Exp. from HPS/WSC. Hu/Sc. Rm/Wst. 6000. HPS/WSC.10EA 10.4.37. Sparking Plugs. We hand you herewith:- 1 K.L.G. E.27 Sparking plug, this has been removed from Chassis B-56-B.N. Will you please… | ||
| img081 | Sending electrical specifications to manufacturers and clarifying production testing requirements. | ||
| View original record | To By. c. to Roy. c. to G/Mt. 6000. Wst/RC.14/JH.11.6.37. Re Electrical Specifications. EL.19. We hand you herewith two copies of specification No. Will you please arrange to send a copy of this… | ||
| img082 | The performance of K.L.G. 929B ignition plugs tested in Kestrel VI engines on a 'Heyford' aircraft. | ||
| View original record | Lr/Wst 6000 EP/AGR.15/MH.14.4.37 re K.L.G. 929B IGNITION PLUGS We have received a further report from our mechanic Goose on the above type of plugs, which are being tested in Kestrel VI. engines in a… | ||
| img083 | Performance and testing of Champion and K.L.G. sparking plugs in a Bentley 6.B.IV. | ||
| View original record | 6000 HOTEL DE FRANCE, CHATEAUROUX, Indre, France. To. Rm. c. Srv. Parts. c. Mr. GWH. WST BENTLEY 6.B.IV. SPARKING PLUGS. I have received the following memo from Sr. " RE.CHAMPION SPARKING PLUGS L.10.… | ||
| img084 | Request from Excelsior Motor Company for spark plug terminals for their racing motorcycle engines. | ||
| View original record | 6000. "Excelsior" MOTOR CYCLES AND BLUE BIRD JUVENILE CYCLES TELEPHONE NUMBERS: ACOCKS GREEN 1677-S TELEGRAMS: 'MONARCH' HAY MILLS NOT "MONARCH" BIRMINGHAM DIRECTORS: R. WALKER, E. WALKER T. W. H.… | ||
| img085 | Letter from Ethyl Export Corporation concerning sparking plug trouble, enclosing correspondence from the United States. | ||
| View original record | CABLEGRAMS: ETHYLPORT, LONDON. TELEGRAMS: ETHYLPORT, SOWEST. Handwritten: WST 6000 ETHYL EXPORT CORPORATION Incorporated in the State of Delaware U.S.A. with limited liability. THAMES HOUSE, MILLBANK… | ||
| img086 | Letter from Ethyl Gasoline Corporation regarding views on spark plug failure and testing on various car makes. | ||
| View original record | COPY. ETHYL GASOLINE CORPORATION. Detroit, Michigan. May 18, 1937. Inter-office Correspondence. Mr. F.R. Banks. Dear Rod, Earl Bartholomew asked me to acknowledge and thank you for your letter of… | ||
| img087 | Letter to Excelsior Motor Co. Ltd. confirming the availability of Phantom III ignition terminals. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Wst.6/AP. May 31st.1937 Excelsior Motor Co.Ltd., Kings Road, Tyseley, BIRMINGHAM 11. For the attention of the Technical Manager Dear Sirs, Replying to your letter of the 26th inst., reference… | ||
| img089 | Request to despatch six Phantom III type plug terminals to the Excelsior Motor Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | To HPS/CEP. Wst/RC.20/JH.4.6.37. W Will you please despatch to the Excelsior Motor Co.Ltd. Kings Rd. Tyseley, Birmingham.11, six Phantom III type plug terminals at their request. These are chargeable.… | ||
| img090 | Sending six ignition plug terminals to The Excelsior Motor Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | To- [REDACTED] from HPS/WSC. Rm/Wst. HPS/WSC.32/BA.4.6.37. We hand you herewith:- 6 - to Arrgt. E.87916 Ignition Plug Terminals. Will you please arrange to post same to, The Excelsior Motor Co.Ltd.,… | ||
| img091 | Design flaws found in a new type of ignition plug terminal. | ||
| View original record | LRM RMF/MW 60001 Cricklewood Ignition Plug Con. June 11th '37 PH III. WST Please see me The new insulated plug terminal is worse for the trouble experienced of wire pulling out than the old one. The… | ||
| img092 | Faults and potential design improvements for the Phantom III ignition plug terminals and high tension wires. | ||
| View original record | To Rm / E.M.W. Rm Waller Will you talk this over with Wst and see me Rm Phantom III Ignition Plug Terminals, and High Tension wire. Upon making enquiries at Licklewood re the above, a certain amount… | ||
| img093 | Modified terminal and the use of Helax high tension wire for production. | ||
| View original record | 1/32" making at dia 1/8". If it is possible we should be interested to see a modified terminal to compare it with the stock at Cricklewood. With regard to High Tension wire only Helax to be used on… | ||
| img094 | Sketches of a cable terminal clip from three views with handwritten design notes. | ||
| View original record | These flaps are apt to foul inner dia. of cover when forcing on terminal clip. too small cable dia of sleeve too large screw requires recessing to 1/8" dia. cable should fit. | ||
| img095 | Policy on using old versus new K.L.G. spark plugs in Bentley production due to issues with Ethyl petrol. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm/Wst. [REDACTED] [REDACTED] [REDACTED] 6000. BY./3/G.14.6.37. SPARKING PLUGS. -------------- In accordance with Rm/Wst.14/AP.28.5.37. we instructed the Works and Test Department that the sparking… | ||
| img096 | Letter from Peto & Radford regarding the performance of experimental plugs after a 1500-mile test. | ||
| View original record | Works. Dagenham Dock, Essex TELEPHONE SLOANE 7164. 5 LINES PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE TELEGRAMS DAGENITE, SOWEST, LONDON. CONCENTRATION, SOWEST, LONDON. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years.… | ||
| img098 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. to Mr. H. West, requesting a meeting with Mr. H. W. Irving. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: HOUNSLOW 4494 (4 LINES) TELEGRAMS: CHAMPLUG, PHONE, LONDON. CABLES: CHAMPLUG, LONDON. CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG Co. Ltd., FELTHAM, MIDDLESEX. MEMBERS OF S.M.M.& T. S.M.T.A. M.T.A. B.C.& T.C.&… | ||
| img099 | Letter to the Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. to arrange a meeting. | ||
| View original record | 6000 Rm/RC.11/JH. 24th August, 1937. Your ref. Secreatariat AWW/EP. The Champion Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., Feltham, Middlesex. Dear Sirs, In reply to your letter of the 23rd. inst. the undersigned will… | ||
| img100 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. addressing the objection that their plugs are not made in Great Britain. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: HOUNSLOW 4494 (4 LINES) 6000. TRADE MARK CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG CO.LTD., FELTHAM, MIDDLESEX. MEMBERS OF S.M.M.&T. I.M.T.A. M.T.A. B.C.&M.C.&M.&T.U. N.U.M. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS… | ||
| img101 | Photograph of the Champion Sparking Plug Company factory. | ||
| View original record | CHAMPION CHAMPION Champion Sparking Plug World's largest sale | ||
| img102 | To order N.A.8 and L.B.8 type plugs from the Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 6000. To HPS/CEP from Rm/RC. Rm/RC.10/MH.9.9.37. Will you please order for us the following plugs from the Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd., Feltham, Middlesex. 2 doz. N.A.8 type plugs. ½ doz. L.B.8… | ||
| img103 | Letter to Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. declining a recommendation but ordering 2 sets of their plugs for testing on the latest chassis. | ||
| View original record | 6000. Rm/RC.4/JH. 10th September, 1937. Your ref.RAL/EP. Champion Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., Feltham, Middlesex. For the attention of Mr.Whydy. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 7th instant,… | ||
| img104 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. confirming an order for spark plugs and terminals. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE HOUnslow 4494 (4 LINES) TELEGRAMS: CHAMPLUG.PHONE.LONDON CABLES: CHAMPLUG.LONDON. CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG Co. Ltd., FELTHAM, MIDDLESEX. MEMBERS OF S.M.M.& T. S.M.T.A. I.T.A. B.C. & M.C.H. &… | ||
| img105 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. requesting a report on tested plugs and advice for their new recommendation chart for 1938. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: HOUNSLOW 4494 (4 LINES) TELEGRAMS: CHAMPLUG. PHONE. LONDON CABLES: CHAMPLUG. LONDON. TRADE CHAMPION MARK CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG CO. LTD., MEMBERS OF S.M.M.&T. S.M.T.A. M.T.A.… | ||
| img106 | Testing of three different sets of sparking plugs for the Wraith model. | ||
| View original record | 6060. To Rm/Wym. from Rm/W.Brazier. c. Rm/Childs. Rm/W.Brazier.5/MH.16.11.37. WRAITH SPARKING PLUGS. We have tested three sets of sparking plugs in 28.G.VI. A.C.X.428, Champion N.A.8, and F.L.B.30.X.… | ||
| img107 | Order request for sparking plugs from the Champion Sparking Plug Co. | ||
| View original record | 6000. HPS/CEP. Rm/RC.8/JH.4.12.37. Will you please order for us the following plugs from the Champion Sparking Plug Co. Feltham, Middlesex. 3 doz.LB.8 sparking plugs. (external earth electrodes).… | ||
| img108 | Notes on the performance and wear of spark plugs and other ignition components on cars 6.B.IV & 26.G.VI. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm/RC. 6000 CHATEAUROUX 6/.II.3.38. 6.B.IV. & 26.G.VI. Sparking Plugs. Herewith notes on Sparking plugs used on these cars. 6.B.IV. Sent out with K.L.G. FL.30 X. plugs fitted. 728 miles. Arrival at… | ||
| img109 | The testing and replacement of spark plugs and other components at various mileages. | ||
| View original record | ( 2 ) 6/.II.3.38. 26.G.VI. Car sent out with K.L.G. FLB.30 X. plugs fitted. 321 miles. Arrived at Chateauroux. Plugs set at .030" 3,428 miles. K.L.G. FLB.30 X. plugs removed. No appreciable increase… | ||
| img110 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the official approval of their products for advertising purposes. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: HOUNSLOW 4494 (4 LINES) TELEGRAMS: CHAMPLUG, PHONE, LONDON CABLES: CHAMPLUG, LONDON. 6000. CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG Co. Ltd., MEMBERS OF S. M. M. & T. M. T. A. B. C. & M. C. M. & T. U. N. U.… | ||
| img111 | Letter to Champion Sparking Plug Co. inquiring about the manufacturing location of their insulators. | ||
| View original record | 6000, Rm8/R. 23rd March, 1938. Champion Sparking Plug Co.,Ltd., Feltham, Middlesex. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of the 22nd March - reference Secretarial AWW/EP. We shall be glad to know if… | ||
| img112 | Letter to Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. enquiring about the manufacturing origin of their insulators. | ||
| View original record | 6000. Rm8/R. 23rd March, 1938. Champion Sparking Plug Co.,Ltd., Feltham, Middlesex. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of the 22nd March - reference Secretarial AWW/EP. We shall be glad to know if… | ||
| img113 | Promotional leaflet for E.R. sparking plugs, explaining their benefits, pricing, and maintenance. | ||
| View original record | THE SPARKING PLUGS THAT COST NO MORE BUT.. OLD PLUGS WASTE POWER! The ignition of the fuel is probably the most important function in an internal combustion engine. The intensity of the spark plays a… | ||
| img114 | Letter detailing the dispatch and fitting instructions for 'NER-MIS' adaptors. | ||
| View original record | 6000 167, OSBORNE ROAD, ROMFORD, ESSEX. 26th April,1938. ---------------- W.A. Robotham, Esq. Messrs Rolls Royce Ltd. DERBY. ----- Dear Sir, With reference to your letter Rm12/R dated 23rd. April,… | ||
| img115 | The investigation and diagnosis of engine misfires on a customer's car. | ||
| View original record | To SG. c. to HS. c. to By. c. to RM/RC. MISFIRES ON Sg's CAR. On arrival in London, Kennett informed me that he had changed a plug in No.6. cylinder the previous day because the engine was missing… | ||
| img116 | Faulty plug and coil being brought in for examination, while other parts were left fitted to the car. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/WB.3/JH.6.5.38. The offending plug along with the R.R. coil taken off, has been brought to the works for examination. The Delco coil (9A) and the original sparking plugs were left fitted to the… | ||
| img117 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. requesting permission to state their plugs are 'Officially Tested and Approved' in their literature. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: HOUNSLOW 4494 (4 LINES) TELEGRAMS: CHAMPLUG, PHONE, LONDON. CABLES: CHAMPLUG, LONDON. CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG CO. LTD., FELTHAM, MIDDLESEX. MEMBERS OF S.M.M.& T. S.M.T.A. I.M.T. B.C.A.M.C.N.… | ||
| img118 | Letter from English Racing Automobiles Ltd. discussing Bosch spark plugs, cylinder head performance, and sticking exhaust valves. | ||
| View original record | 6000 E.R.A ENGLISH RACING AUTOMOBILES LTD BOURNE LINCS DIRECTORS W.H. COOK RAYMOND MAYS PETER BERTHON TELEPHONE BOURNE 121 OUR REF. PB/JB. YOUR REF. DATE 11th May, 1938. MANUFACTURERS OF "E.R.A."… | ||
| img119 | Letter discussing exhaust valve sticking, nitriding stems, and alternative materials. | ||
| View original record | 6000 Rm/Gry.8/MH. 12th. May 1938. P.Berthon, Esq., E.R.A. Ltd., Bourne, LINCS. Dear Berthon, Many thanks for your letter and for sending along the Bosch plugs. With regard to your query about exhaust… | ||
| img120 | Letter to P. Berthon of E.R.A. Ltd. arranging a visit to Bourne. | ||
| View original record | 6000 Rm/Gry.2/MH. 13th. May 1938. P.Berthon, Esq., E.R.A. Ltd., BOURNE, LINCS. Dear Berthon, I gather you are going away on both Monday and Tuesday next week, and will therefore come over to Bourne on… | ||
| img121 | Letter to Champion Sparking Plug Co., Ltd. referring to previous correspondence. | ||
| View original record | (Experimental Dept.) Rm5/R. 13th May, 1938. Champion Sparking Plug Co.,Ltd., Feltham, Middlesex. Your Ref: Secretarial AWN/DF. Dear Sirs, With reference to your letter of the 9th May, we have nothing… | ||
| img122 | Letter following up on 'Nu-Able' sparking plug adaptors and notifying a change of address. | ||
| View original record | 144, Osborne Road, Romford. Essex. 19. 6. 38. W. P. Robotham, Esq. c/o Messrs Rolls Royce Ltd. Dear Sir, With reference to my previous correspondence re the "Nu-Able" sparking plug adaptor will you… | ||
| img124 | Technical explanation of Hermiss Spark Plug Adaptors and their principle of operation. | ||
| View original record | For file. Re Hermiss Spark Plug Adaptors The above adaptors consist, in general, of an insulated tube, in which is incorporated a small air gap. This gap acts as an auxiliary gap in the plug to… | ||
| img127 | Test of 'Permiss' spark plug adaptors designed to cure engine misfiring. | ||
| View original record | Report on Test on 'Permiss' Spark Plug adaptors. These adaptors are alleged to cure ignition misfiring on an engine whether due to oil or water on the plug points or external surface of the plug. They… | ||
| img128 | Testing 'Hemiss' spark plug adaptors, concluding they offered no advantage. | ||
| View original record | It was therefore thought to be a good engine on which to test the 'Hemiss' adaptors, & they were accordingly fitted to such plugs. After running in use for a week no perceptible or definite… | ||
| img129 | Requesting the return of six 'Nermiss' plug adaptors to Mr. A.R. Milton after testing. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/RC. Rm/RC.7/MH.24.6.38. RE "NERMISS" ADAPTORS. Will you please arrange for 6 "Nermiss" adaptors to be returned to Mr. A.R.Milton, 117, Osborne Road, Romford, Essex. These plug adaptors… | ||
| img130 | Letter arguing the benefits of 'NER-MIS' sparking plug adaptors. | ||
| View original record | Rh/Re 6000 177, Osborne Road, Romford, Essex. 24th. July, 1938. Messrs Rolls Royce Ltd., DERBY. Dear Sirs, With reference to your letter RM/RC.8/MH. dated 24th. June, 1938, I am very surprised at your… | ||
| img131 | Letter discussing the benefits and testing of spark plug adaptors and acknowledging returned parts. | ||
| View original record | -2- months, he was compelled to change and clean the plugs two or thre times a week, he fitted a set of our adaptors three weeks ago and up to the present has completed 21 days clear running at an… | ||
| img132 | Letter regarding the testing of adaptors for engines with leaky spark plugs. | ||
| View original record | 6000 Experimental Dept. Rm/RC.8/MH. 24th. June 1938. Mr.A.R.Milton, 117, Osborne Road, Romford, ESSEX. Dear Sirs, With reference to your letter of the 19th. inst. we have tested your adaptors out, on… | ||
| img133 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the upcoming production and supply of British-made Type NA.8 spark plugs for testing. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: HOUNSLOW 4494 (4 LINES) TELEGRAMS: CHAMPLUG.PHONE.LONDON. CABLES: CHAMPLUG.LONDON. TRADE MARK CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG Co. Ltd., FELTHAM, MIDDLESEX. MEMBERS OF S.M.M.&T. S.M.T.A. M.T.A. A.C.&… | ||
| img134 | Requesting photographs and mileage data for Lodge & K.L.G. sparking plugs under test. | ||
| View original record | 6000 To R.C. from R.m. Rm.14/MH.4.8.38. Will you please let me have photographs showing the type and disposition of the points of the Lodge & K.L.G. sparking plugs which we are testing. Also… | ||
| img135 | Requesting the purchase of 3 dozen LBB type sparking plugs from the Champion Sparking Plug Co. | ||
| View original record | 6000. To Roy. c.c. to G/JWH. Rm/RC.15/JH.8.9.38 re Sparking Plugs. Will you please obtain from the Champion Sparking Plug Co., Feltham, Middlesex - 3 doz. LBB type sparking plugs. (external earth… | ||
| img136 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the dispatch of miniature sparking plugs and a race ticket. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: HOUNSLOW 4494 (4 LINES) TELEGRAMS: CHAMPLUG, PHONE, LONDON. CABLES: CHAMPLUG, LONDON. CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG Co.LTD., FELTHAM, MIDDLESEX. CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT. MEMBERS OF S.M.M.&… | ||
| img137 | Receipt from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. for Champion Plugs. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE : HOUNSLOW 4494 TELEGRAMS: CHAMPLUG, LONDON CHAMPION CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG CO. LTD. FELTHAM, MIDDLESEX. 60200 SOLD TO MR. B.M. CHILDS, MESSRS. ROLLS ROYCE LTD. DERBY. 21st October 1938… | ||
| img138 | Letter to Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. requesting different specification spark plugs for a Phantom III engine. | ||
| View original record | 6000 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/RC.6/JH. 24th. October, 1938. The Champion Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., Feltham, MIDDLESEX. For the attention of H.W. Irving Esq. Dear Sirs, Thank you for the two miniature… | ||
| img139 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. confirming the dispatch of 24 Champion NA.10 spark plugs. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: HOUnslow 4494 (4 LINES) TELEGRAMS: CHAMPLUG.PHONE.LONDON. CABLES: CHAMPLUG.LONDON. CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG Co. LTD., MEMBERS OF S.M.M.& T. M.T.A. B.C.& I.M.& T.U. N.U.M. FELTHAM, MIDDLESEX.… | ||
| img140 | Invoice from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 6000. Rm/RC. G/WFH/CA.11/MG.14.11.38. We have an invoice from the Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd., dated the 26th October, on which we are charged 1/6d. each for 24 - N.A.10. Champion Plugs, which… | ||
| img141 | Covering order for 24 NA.10 type sparking plugs from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 6000. To Roy. c. to G/WPH/CA. Rm/RC.10/JH.17.11.38. Will you please issue a covering order to the Champion Sparking Plug Co.Ltd. for 24 - NA.10 type sparking plugs, which we obtained as per their… | ||
| img142 | Request to obtain 3 dozen Champion LB8 type sparking plugs. | ||
| View original record | 6000. To Roy/Ms. c. to G/JWH. Rm/RC.17/JH.13.12.38. re Champion LB8 Sparking Plugs. Will you please obtain for us from the Champion Sparking Plugs Ltd. 3 doz. LB.8 type plugs (external earth… | ||
| img143 | Request to obtain NA.8 type sparking plugs from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 6600. To Roy/Ms. c.c. to G/JWH. Rm/RC.8/JH.11.1.39. Will you please obtain from the Champion Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., Feltham, Essex - 3 doz. NA.8 type sparking plugs. O/N.52469. Rm/RC. | ||
| img144 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding an order for spark plugs, discussing model numbers and pricing. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: HOUNSLOW 4494 (4 LINES) TELEGRAMS: CHAMPLUG.PHONE.LONDON CABLES: CHAMPLUG.LONDON. CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG Co.LTD., MEMBERS OF S.M.M.&T. M.T.A. B.C.& M.C.M. & T.U. N.U.M. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL… | ||
| img145 | Letter to Champion Sparking Plug Co. acknowledging receipt of 48 N8 type plugs for use on experimental engines. | ||
| View original record | 6000 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/RC.4/JH. 21st. January, 1939. The Champion Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., Feltham, Middx. For the attention of Mr.A.W.Wright. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the… | ||
| img146 | The performance of the KLG FLB50X sparking plug, focusing on electrode wear. | ||
| View original record | 23/1/39. Re K.L.G. FLB50X Sparking Plugs. Similar in external dimensions to standard FLB30X plug, but has a higher heat factor. Offered by the makers as a cure for the excessive electrode wear… | ||
| img147 | Photograph of a disassembled spark plug, labelled 'A'. | ||
| View original record | A | ||
| img148 | Photograph of a fractured spark plug. | ||
| View original record | 6000, B, LG, PLB50N, S.A.C., MADE IN U.S.A., CHAMPION | ||
| img149 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. discussing the supply of N.8 and LB.8 spark plugs as original equipment. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: HOUNSLOW 4494 (4 LINES) TELEGRAMS: CHAMPLUG, PHONE, LONDON CABLES: CHAMPLUG, LONDON. TRADE CHAMPION MARK 6000 CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG Co.LTD., FELTHAM, MIDDLESEX. MEMBERS OF S.M.M.&T.… | ||
| img150 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Company Limited regarding their production and supply of spark plugs. | ||
| View original record | -2- Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd. 25/1/39 . During 1938, our production ran considerably in excess of our expectations, and we have recently installed additional machines to enable us to increase our… | ||
| img151 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. following up on a previous letter regarding the supply of spark plugs. | ||
| View original record | 6600 HOUNSLOW 4494 (4 LINES) TRADE CHAMPION MARK TELEGRAMS: CHAMPLUG.PHONE.LONDON. CABLES: CHAMPLUG.LONDON. CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG Co.LTD., FELTHAM, MIDDLESEX. 24th February 1939. ADDRESS ALL… | ||
| img152 | Letter to Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the performance and potential standardisation of their plugs. | ||
| View original record | 6000 Rm/Gry.7/MH. 27th. February, 1939. Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd., Feltham, MIDDX. For the attention of Mr. R.A.Lydy. Dear Sirs, Mr. Robotham, who is at present away from the Works for a short… | ||
| img153 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. acknowledging receipt of a letter and forwarding it to their Managing Director. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: HOUNSLOW 4494 (4 LINES) 6000 CHAMPION TELEGRAMS: CHAMPLUG.PHONE.LOND CABLES: CHAMPLUG.LONDON. CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG Co.Ltd., MEMBERS OF S.M.M.& T. S.M.T.A. M.T.A. B.C.&M.C.M.& T.U. N.U.M.… | ||
| img154 | Letter to Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. from the Experimental Department requesting to trial a set of 10mm sparking plugs. | ||
| View original record | 6000 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/RC.1/JH. 16th. March, 1939. Champion Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., Feltham, MIDDLESEX. For the attention of Mr.R.A.Lydy. Dear Sirs, We would like to try out experimentally a… | ||
| img155 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. arranging a supply of 10mm spark plugs for testing. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: HOUNSLOW 4494 (4 LINES) TELEGRAMS: CHAMPLUG.PHONE.LONDON CABLES: CHAMPLUG.LONDON. CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG CO. LTD., FELTHAM, MIDDLESEX. MEMBERS OF S.M.M.& T. M.T.A. B.C.& M.C.M.& T.U. N.U.M.… | ||
| img156 | Request to obtain four dozen NA.10 type sparking plugs for stock from the Champion Sparking Plug Co.Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 6000 To Roy. c. to C/JWH. c. to Rm/RC/JS. Rm/RC.7/JH.19.4.39. a re Sparking Plugs for stock. Will you please obtain for us from the Champion Sparking Plug Co.Ltd. four dozen NA.10. type plugs.… | ||
| img157 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the development of new spark plug types N8 and L8.8. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: HOUNSLOW 4494 (4 LINES) TELEGRAMS: CHAMPLUG, PHONE, LONDON. CABLES: CHAMPLUG, LONDON. [LOGO: CHAMPION TRADE MARK] CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG Co. LTD., MEMBERS OF S.M.M.& T. S.B.A.C. M.T.A.… | ||
| img158 | Receipt of experimental 10 m/m Champion sparking plugs and inserts. | ||
| View original record | 6000 To Roy. c. to G/JWH. Rm/RC.2/JH.13.5.39. We have received personally from the Champion representative 7 10 m/m sparking plugs and 7 inserts. These are experimental and no charge is incurred.… | ||
| img159 | Letter to Champion Sparking Plug Co., Ltd. regarding the company's policy on spark plug suppliers. | ||
| View original record | 6000 Rm6/R. 15th May, 1939. Champion Sparking Plug Co.,Ltd., FELTHAM, Middx. (For the attention of the Managing Director) Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of the 4th instant, which has been handed… | ||
| img160 | The procurement of 6 dozen sparking plug terminals from Champion. | ||
| View original record | 6000 To Roy. c. to G/JWH. Rm/RC.6/JH.18.5.39. Will you please obtain for us, as soon as possible, 6 doz. sparking plug terminals from the Champion sparking plug Co.Ltd. Feltham, Middlesex. Herewith… | ||
| img161 | Requesting the purchase of various Champion spark plugs. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. from Rm/RC. c. G/JWH. 6000. Rm/RC.12/MH.23.5.39. CHAMPION PLUGS. Will you please obtain from The Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd., Feltham, the following plugs:- 4 doz. N.8 Champion Plugs… | ||
| img162 | Internal memorandum requesting an order for two types of Champion spark plugs. | ||
| View original record | Elec. 6000 To Les. c. to RM/RC/RB. Rm/RC.3/JH.11.12.39. re Sparking Plugs. Will you please order for our stock the following Champion plugs - 4 doz. N.10 type } O/N.52482. 4 doz. N.8 type } Rm/RC. | ||
| img163 | The procurement of 2 dozen L.B.8 sparking plugs. | ||
| View original record | 6000. To Les. from Rm/RC. c.c. to G/J.H. Rm/RC.2/BA.9.1.40. Will you please obtain from Champion Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., 2 dozen L.B.8 Sparking Plugs. B/52509. Rm/RC. | ||
| img164 | To R.M/R.Child regarding the thread length of Champion Y4 spark plugs. | ||
| View original record | Misc General 6000 To RM/R.CHILD CHAMPION Y4 SPARK PLUGS. Re your query of yesterday:- It was 21.3.39 when you gave me the model & the length of thread was 16 M/M. At the time, You mentioned that the… | ||
| img165 | The purchase of sparking plugs for stock from Champion Sparking Plugs Ltd. | ||
| View original record | Elec. 6000 To Les. c. to G/JWH. c to Rm/RC/RB. Rm/RC.8/JH.10.2.40. Will you please obtain for our stock the following sparking plugs from the "Champion Sparking Plugs Ltd. 4 doz. LB.8 type plugs. 4… | ||
| img166 | Request to obtain KD7 type spark plugs and insulated plug terminals from the A.C. Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | file elec. 6000 To Lus. Copies to:- J/WH. ~~Rm/rc/RB~~ Rm/RC.11/ML.14.2.40. Will you please obtain for us from the A.C. Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd., 2 doz. KD7 type plugs. We also require for… | ||
| img167 | Technical letter discussing spark plug issues on Bentley chassis due to poor quality fuel and recommending alternatives. | ||
| View original record | CHILDS Plugs General 6000 To "Hd" Works Copy to "Rm" Levallois Sr/VAIO/MLG.15.2.40 Re-Chassis B-I-CW-Count de Fels ---------------------------- ( Sparking Plugs ) ------------------- With reference to… | ||
| img168 | Patent specification for a sparking plug, noting the design has been abandoned. | ||
| View original record | Elec. 6000 To NW. Rm/RC.9/ML.19.2.40. re Patent Specification for Sparking Plug. Herewith Photostat of specification No: 16256/39. also copy of 500148 which you kindly obtained for our perusal. We… | ||
| img169 | Outlining the need to adjust carburation on service cars for experimental plug deterioration tests. | ||
| View original record | Plugs General 6000. Rm/TAS. c. Rm/OTS. c. Rm/RC. Rm.5/ML.22.2.40. Experimental Plug Tests on Service Cars: In order to get the plug deterioration which we are after on the service cars it will be… | ||
| img170 | Experimental plug tests on service cars and adjusting carburation. | ||
| View original record | Rm/TAS. c. Rm/CTS. c. Rm/RC. 6000 Rm.5/ML.22.2.40. Experimental Plug Tests on Service Cars. In order to get the plug deterioration which we are after on the service cars it will be necessary to… | ||
| img171 | Letter to Lucas Ltd. requesting research assistance with spark plug problems in car and aviation work. | ||
| View original record | Elec. 60550 Rm.6/ML. 22nd. Feb: 1940. O.Lucas, Esq., Messrs J.Lucas, Ltd., Great King Street. Birmingham. 19. Dear Lucas, I wonder whether your research Lab. can help us on plugs, our problems refer… | ||
| img172 | The second page of a letter requesting a research staff member be assigned to a problem. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Rm.6/ML. If you can spare one of your research staff on this problem I would be very glad to contact him. Yours sincerely, | ||
| img173 | Discussion document outlining proposed tests to resolve ignition issues on weak mixtures caused by deteriorating spark plugs. | ||
| View original record | File Sparking plugs General. Elec & Testers Conf. file. 6000 To:- Rm/RC. c. to Rm/PD. c. to Rm/CTS. c. to EV. Rm/FJH.4/DT.23.2.40. DISCUSSION ON IGNITION OF WEAK MIXTURES - WORKS 17/2/40. PRESENT: Rm,… | ||
| img174 | Page of instructions detailing testing procedures for diagnosing engine trouble related to spark plugs and carburation. | ||
| View original record | -2- clean insulator without disturbing oxide film or plug points. Determine whether this causes trouble. If not, then clean points, to see if this effects a cure. 9. Obtain voltage figures on the same… | ||
| img175 | Letter to Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. about misfiring and bad starting due to poor quality petrol, requesting a hotter running spark plug. | ||
| View original record | Elec. 6000 file Rm/Ro.5/DT. 24th February 1940. Messrs. Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd., FELTHAM, MIDDLESEX. Dear Sirs, We have lately received reports from our outside depot that misfiring and bad… | ||
| img176 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding starting and misfiring difficulties and arranging a technical visit. | ||
| View original record | PHONE: HOUNSLOW 4494 (4 LINES) Elec TELEGRAMS: CHAMPLUG, PHONE, LONDON. CABLES: CHAMPLUG, LONDON. 6000- CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG CO. LTD., MEMBERS OF S.M.M.&T. B.E.S.A. M.T.A. M.C.M.& T.U. N.U.M. PLEASE… | ||
| img177 | Letter from Joseph Lucas Limited regarding spark plug performance, oxydisation of points, and engineer availability. | ||
| View original record | Elec. 6000 JOSEPH LUCAS LIMITED TELEGRAMS & CABLES: 'LUCAS, BIRMINGHAM' TELEPHONES: NORTHERN 5201 (12 LINES) MANAGING DIRECTORS' OFFICE HEAD OFFICES GREAT KING ST. BIRMINGHAM, 19 YOUR REF. Rm.6/ML.… | ||
| img178 | Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. regarding co-operation on a long-standing problem possibly related to oxidation. | ||
| View original record | Elec. 6000 Rm.9/MH. 28th. February, 1940. O.Lucas, Esq., Messrs. Joseph Lucas Ltd., Great King Street, BIRMINGHAM, 19. Dear Lucas, Many thanks for your letter of February 27th. I am very glad that you… | ||
| img179 | Plug tests carried out on transport cars with carburetter modifications for fuel economy. | ||
| View original record | Elec. 6000 To Rm/RC. from Rm/TAS. c.c. Mr.Barkworth. Rm/TAS.1/MH.29.2.40. PLUG TESTS ON TRANSPORT CARS. The following carburetter modifications have been carried out in order to test plugs under fuel… | ||
| img180 | Carburetter modifications and plug tests for fuel economy on two transport cars. | ||
| View original record | Elec + 1036 6000 To Rm/RC. from Rm/TAS. c. Mr.Barkworth. Rm/TAS.1/MH.29.2.40. PLUG TESTS ON TRANSPORT CARS. The following carburetter modifications have been carried out in order to test plugs under… | ||
| img181 | Letter to A.C. Sphinx Plug Co. Ltd regarding the testing of their KD.7.A. type spark plugs. | ||
| View original record | RC. Experimental Dept. Rm/RC.2/MH. 6th. March, 1940. A.C.Sphinx Plug Co. Ltd., Dunstable, BEDS. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 28th. February. We notice in your sparking plug chart… | ||
| img182 | Requesting to obtain 12 KD.7.A. type A.C. Sphinx Sparking Plugs. | ||
| View original record | To Les. from Rm/RC. c. G/JWH. RC Rm/RC.4/MH.6.3.40. Will you please obtain from the A.C.Sphinx Sparking Plug Co., 12 KD.7.A. type plugs. O/N.52409. Rm/RC. | ||
| img183 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. sending a paper on ceramic insulators for sparking plugs. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: HOUNSLOW 4494 (4 LINES) TELEGRAMS: CHAMPLUG, PHONE, LONDON. CABLES: CHAMPLUG, LONDON. CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG Co. LTD., FELTHAM, MIDDLESEX. CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT. MEMBERS OF… | ||
| img184 | Visit from a Champion technical representative to discuss spark plug troubles and trial new plugs. | ||
| View original record | Elec. 6000 COPY FOR FILE. Rm/RC.9/ML.12.3.40. CHAMPION PLUGS. Mr. Irving, the Champion technical representative, visited these Works on 4.3.40. to discuss plug troubles. In answer to my request he… | ||
| img185 | Letter to Champion Sparking Plug Co. regarding a paper on ceramics and sparking plug troubles. | ||
| View original record | Elec - 6000 Experimental Dept., Rm/RC.6/ML. 16.3.40. Messrs. Champion Sparking Plug Co., Feltham, Middlesex. For the attention of Mr. H.W.Irving. Dear Sir, We thank you for your letter of the 12th.… | ||
| img186 | Letter to Champion Sparking Plug Co. regarding sparking plug troubles and ceramics. | ||
| View original record | lorr Experimental Dept., Rm/RC.6/ML. 16.3.40. Messrs. Champion Sparking Plug Co., Feltham. Middlesex. For the attention of Mr. H.W. Irving. Dear Sir, We thank you for your letter of the 12th. March… | ||
| img187 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding a visit from their engineer to the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: HOUNSLOW 4494 (4 LINES) TELEGRAMS: CHAMPLUG, PHONE, LONDON. CABLES: CHAMPLUG, LONDON. CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG CO.LTD., MEMBERS OF S.M.M.& T. S.M.T.A. B.C. & M.C. & T.U. N.U.M. PLEASE ADDRESS… | ||
| img188 | Letter from Joseph Lucas Ltd. to W.A. Robotham regarding misfiring troubles. | ||
| View original record | 6000 JOSEPH LUCAS LIMITED TELEGRAMS & CABLES: "LUCAS, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONES: NORTHERN 5201 (12 LINES) MANAGING DIRECTORS' OFFICE HEAD OFFICES GREAT KING ST. BIRMINGHAM, 19 YOUR REF OUR REF OL/JAP 1st… | ||
| img189 | Letter to Messrs J. Lucas about a poor demonstration of a fault and arranging to send a car as an example. | ||
| View original record | 6000 Rm.4/ML. 3.4.40. Messrs J.Lucas, Great King Street. Birmingham, 19. Dear Mr. Lucas, Thank you for your letter of the 31st. March. I am afraid we put up a very poor demonstration of the trouble… | ||
| img190 | Letter to Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. correcting misleading statements about spark plug development and selection. | ||
| View original record | c. to Sr. 6000 Rm/RC.11/JH. 11th. April, 1940. Champion Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., Feltham, MIDDLESEX. For the attention of Mr.H.W.Irving. Dear Sirs, We have received from our Mr.Sleator at Levallois,… | ||
| img191 | Page 2 of a letter discussing the confidentiality of comparative test reports for four types under supervision. | ||
| View original record | -2- 11th. April, 1940. At the moment there is very little to choose between the four types under our supervision. We trust that any reports relating to comparative tests, which we may shew you, will… | ||
| img192 | Order of Vulcanite protected Busby Terminals from the Champion Sparking Plug Co. | ||
| View original record | 6000 To Les. c. to G/JWH. Rm/RC.10/JH.11.4.40. re Sparking Plugs. Will you please order from the Champion Sparking Plug Co. the following - 4 doz. Vulcanite protected Busby Terminals. O/N.52409.… | ||
| img193 | Letter from Champion Spark Plug Co. discussing ignition system troubles and spark plug performance. | ||
| View original record | elect File 6000 C O P Y FROM : CHAMPION. TOLEDO. TO : CHAMPION. FELTHAM. (Mr. R.A. Lydy). DATE : 15th APRIL 1940. Dear Bob, re: Your letter MD-105, March 15, 1940, missing troubles at Rolls Royce -… | ||
| img194 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. addressing misinterpretations and performance issues with their plugs. | ||
| View original record | 2 TELEPHONE: HOUNSLOW 4494 (4 LINES) TELEGRAMS: CHAMPLUG.PHONE.LONDON. CABLES: CHAMPLUG.LONDON. CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG CO.LTD., Rm/Childs MEMBERS OF S.M.M. & T. M.T.A. B.C.&M.C.M.& T.U. N.U.M. PLEASE… | ||
| img195 | Letter of apology from Champion Sparking Plug Company regarding a misunderstanding over comparative test reports. | ||
| View original record | -2- Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd. 23/4/40. It is with difficulty that we endeavour to emphasise and explain the misunderstanding which has taken place but trust you will accept our apologies. We can assure… | ||
| img196 | Letter to Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the development of spark plugs for experimental units. | ||
| View original record | File c 6000 Experimental Department. Rm/RC.3/JMS. 30.4.40. Messrs. Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd., FELTHAM, Middlesex. Your reference: Managing Director.RAL/EP. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your… | ||
| img197 | Request to obtain six 18mm type 8 Champion sparking plugs as fitted to a Studebaker. | ||
| View original record | LES. from Rm/RC. File 6000 Rm/RC.2/JMS.4.5.40. Will you please obtain for us as soon as possible Six 18 m/m type 8 Champion Sparking Plugs. There are as fitted to the Studebaker. o/n. 52409. Rm/RC. | ||
| img198 | Cover letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. enclosing a report on the oxidation of electrodes. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: HOUNSLOW 4494 (4 LINES) TELEGRAMS: CHAMPLUG, PHONE, LONDON. CABLES: CHAMPLUG, LONDON. File 60000 CHAMPION CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG Co. Ltd., MEMBERS OF S.M.M.&T. S.M.T.A. M.T.A.… | ||
| img199 | Letter to the Champion Sparking Plug Company regarding ignition systems and spark plug development. | ||
| View original record | File 6000 Experimental Dept. Rm/RC.5/JM. 8th May, 1940. Champion Sparking Plug Co., Ltd., Feltham, MIDDLESEX. Your ref., Managing Director RAL/EP/6.5.40. For the attention of Mr.R.A.Lidley. Dear Sir,… | ||
| img200 | Letter inquiring about work done on a new insulator marketed by the Batelle Institute. | ||
| View original record | -2- obtained. Have you done any work with regard to the new insulator marketed by the Batelle Institute? Reports indicate that this material will hold its own with sinter-corund. Yours faithfully, for… | ||
| img201 | Letter to Champion Sparking Plug Co. discussing ignition systems and improvements to sparking plugs, including experiments with metallic cores. | ||
| View original record | elect File copy. 6000 Experimental Dept. Rm/RC.5/JM. 8th May, 1940. Champion Sparking Plug Co., Ltd., Feltham, MIDDLESEX. Your ref., Managing Director RAL/EP/6.5.40. For the attention of… | ||
| img202 | Page 2 of a letter inquiring about a new insulator material from the Batelle Institute. | ||
| View original record | -2- Have you done any work with regard to the new insulator marketed by the Batelle Institute? Reports indicate that this material will hold its own with sinter-corund. Yours faithfully, for Rolls… | ||
| img203 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. regarding a laboratory report and an insulator from Batelle Institute. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: HOUNSLOW 4494 (4 LINES) File 6000 TELEGRAMS: CHAMPLUG, PHONE, LONDON. CABLES: CHAMPLUG, LONDON. CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG Co.LTD., FELTHAM, MIDDLESEX. 17th May, 1940. MEMBERS OF S.M.M.T.… | ||
| img204 | Development and testing of various sparking plugs for different car engines. | ||
| View original record | Plugs - S General At the moment the most suitable cars for plug testing are 1-R-8, 9-B-V and 4-B-80. To Rm. from Rm/RC. c. Rm/Wym. Rm/RC.1/SW.22.8.40. DR/MR Sparking Plugs. During the last few months,… | ||
| img205 | The suitability of various cars and engine combinations for spark plug testing. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - At the moment the most suitable cars for plug testing are 1-B-50, 9-B-V and 4-B-50. TO Mr. Froth from MR/RC O.C. MyW/MRW Rm/RC. Testing Plugs. During the last few months we have had very little… | ||
| img206 | Querying if KLG spark plugs were responsible for engine 'running on' and preparing to test Lodge plugs as an alternative. | ||
| View original record | Rm/RC. from Rm. c. Rm/Wym, c. Rm/GMS Rm. 12/ML.26.8.40. SPARK PLUGS. With reference to Rm/RC.1/SW. 22.8.40. we should like to know from Rm/CTS whether the test bed results confirm that KLG. FE. 30 X.… | ||
| img207 | Investigating the cause of an engine 'running on after switching off' and the role of spark plugs. | ||
| View original record | To Rm, from Rm/CTS. C. to Rm/sym. Rm/HC. RUNNING ON AFTER SWITCHING OFF". ( Re your memo Rm.12/ML.26.8.40) QUERY. Whether test bed results confirm that ALG.FE30.X plugs were responsible for the… | ||
| img208 | Comparative tests on engine running-on issues, spark plugs, and valve types. | ||
| View original record | Rm/CTS.2/ST.11.9.40. - 2 - 2. We were to have carried out a direct comparative test on a head removed from a car, as we do not get any appreciable carbon accumulation on the test-bed. 3. We have found… | ||
| img209 | Correcting a previous statement regarding the engine number fitted with a specific part. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. From Rs/RC. Copy to Rm/sym. Rm/CTS. Rm/RC.1/ET.12.9.40. re Rm/RC.1/SW.22.8.40. In our memo on sparking plugs of the above reference, we stated that 4.B.50 was fitted with engine B.80 No.4. This… | ||
| img210 | Chevrolet's ignition system advancements noted in 'The Motor' magazine. | ||
| View original record | Rm/RC. from Rm. eleci Rm.5/ML.28.10.40. I was interested in some notes on the Chevrolet, in "The Motor" of October 23rd. They have standardised 10 mm. spark plugs. Have we any samples? They have… | ||
| img211 | Requesting the purchase of 4 dozen, 14 mm, N.8 type Champion Sparking Plugs. | ||
| View original record | 205 To Roy. from Rm/RC. Rm/RC.3/ET.11.11.40. Will you please obtain for us from the Champion Sparking Plug Co., Ltd., 4-doz., 14 mm., N.8 type Sparking Plugs, O/N. 753. Rm/RC. | ||
| img212 | Substitute for a discontinued Champion Sparking Plug. | ||
| View original record | To. Rm/RC. Roy/AES.5/MH.27.12.40. With reference to your Rm/RC.2/ET.20.12.40, will you please note that the Champion Sparking Plug Co. have supplied type 8.C.F.R. This is the nearest substitute to No.… | ||
| img213 | Internal request to purchase Champion sparking plugs for a Studebaker. | ||
| View original record | To Roy, from Rm/RC. Elec 6000 Rm/RC.2/ET.20.12.40. Will you please obtain for us, from Champion Sparking Plugs Ltd., 2 doz. 18 mm., type 8 sparking plugs. These are as fitted to the "Studebaker". O/N.… | ||
| img214 | Correcting a previous statement regarding the fitment of a part to an engine. | ||
| View original record | See also No 870.A To Rm. from Rm/RC. Copy to Rm/Wym. Rm/OFS. Rm/RC.1/ET.12.9.40. re Rm/RC.1/SW.22.8.40. In our memo on sparking plugs of the above reference, we stated that 4.B.50 was fitted with… | ||
| img215 | Blueprint detailing a cross-section of a component, comparing a 'usual reach' with a 'suggested reach'. | ||
| View original record | SUGGESTED REACH USUAL REACH .675 +.15 | ||
| img216 | Blueprint showing a cross-section of a component with annotations for 'suggested reach' and 'usual reach'. | ||
| View original record | Wood Blue SUGGESTED REACH USUAL REACH | ||
| img217 | Drawing comparing the 'suggested reach' and 'usual reach' of a component within a cylinder head. | ||
| View original record | SUGGESTED REACH USUAL REACH .675 +.015 | ||
| img218 | Letter to Champion Sparking Plug Co. requesting samples of different spark plugs for an experimental test. | ||
| View original record | looo Rbe 2nd May, 1941. Em/RC.3/ET. Champion Sparking Plug Co., F E L T H A M, Middlesex. Attention of Mr. Lydy. Dear Sirs, Some time ago, your Mr. Irving provided us with some 10 mm. plugs, type No.… | ||
| img219 | Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding a request for sample plugs for testing. | ||
| View original record | MEMBERS OF S.M.M.&T. I.M.T.A. M.T.A B.C.&M.C.&T.U. N.U.M. TELEPHONE: HOUNSLOW 4494 (4 LINES) TELEGRAMS: CHAMPLUG, PHONE, LONDON. CABLES: CHAMPLUG, LONDON. CHAMPION SPARKING PLUG CO. LTD., FELTHAM,… | ||
| img220 | Suitability of experimental Super Reach Spark Plugs for different cylinder heads. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/Wym. from Jnr. c. to Rm/RC. Jnr.1/SW.14.5.41. B.60. Super Reach Spark Plug. In regard to the Experimental plugs, which are on order, these are suitable for the "ORIGINAL" cylinder head. In the… | ||
| img221 | Incorrect delivery of Champion sparking plugs. | ||
| View original record | 6000 Elle To Roy, from Rm/RC. Rm/RC.5/BT.10.6.41. CHAMPION SPARKING PLUGS. ----------------------- Further to our memo Rm/RC.1/RH.29.5.41, the Champion Company have made another error with regard to… | ||
| img222 | Order for two types of Champion Spark Plugs. | ||
| View original record | 6000. To Roy/AES. from RMRC. Rm/RC.6/OH.17.2.42. Will you please order from the Champion Sparking Plug Co :- 3 doz. 8CFR. 18/mm Plugs 6 " L10 14/mm " O/No.753. Rm/RC. | ||
| img223 | Correction notice regarding the correct type of Champion sparking plugs for the 20HP model. | ||
| View original record | 6000 Hd. from Rm/Wst. Rm/Wst.16/M.4.2.37. With reference to the Depot Sheet recently sent out covering the temporary use of Champion Sparking Plugs, will you please note the sparking plugs for the… | ||