Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| img001 | Request to obtain an A.T. Speedometer for a Bentley Chassis. | ||
| View original record | To [redacted] from HPS/WSC. c. Rm/Wst. 6051 HPS/WSC.5/BA.5.1.37 O/54107. Bentley Chassis. Will you please obtain for us from the A.T. Speedometer Co., Ltd., 1 - A.T. Speedometer 808 revs per mile.… | ||
| img002 | Numerous complaints about defective trip and mileage recorders on A.T. speedometers. | ||
| View original record | c to Rm. WST. What about this? Rm re A.T. SPEEDOMETERS. --------------------- Confirming our conversation with BY/RD., this morning, we still seem to be getting too many complaints of defective trip… | ||
| img003 | Malfunctioning trip recorders on A.T. speedometers for two Phantom III cars. | ||
| View original record | BY c to Rm. WST 6051 Hd/SB20/HR.7.1.37. Please discuss Rm. re A.T. Speedometers. ------------------- Further to our Hd/SB21/HR.5.1.37., we now have two Phantom III.'s in this Department, on both of… | ||
| img004 | Letter from the Royal Aircraft Establishment regarding the loan of an H.T. Leakage Indicator for examination and trial. | ||
| View original record | G.16/859. 6065. When Telephoning with regard to this letter please ask for Extension Number..... 111 TELEGRAMS: Ballooning, South Farnborough. TELEPHONE: 361 Aldershot. ROYAL AIRCRAFT ESTABLISHMENT,… | ||
| img005 | Speedometer from car 35-EX which was found to be reading 8% fast and needs returning to the maker for correction. | ||
| View original record | 6065 To HPS/CEP. from Rm/Wst. Rm/Wst.3/AP.15.1.37. SPEEDOMETER OFF CAR 35-EX. The above instrument was returned to us for the purpose of checking its accuracy. When tested, it was found to be reading… | ||
| img006 | The repeated failure of trip recorders on three consecutive new speedometers during long-run testing. | ||
| View original record | 6065. WST. This is a ridiculous situation. let me have evidence & I am writing to Nicholls Rm. from Mr. SPEEDOMETERS During some long runs we have been carrying out on a production chassis in… | ||
| img007 | Requesting the fitting of an A.C. Rev. Counter to chassis 3.B.1V for testing. | ||
| View original record | 6065. To HPS. from Rm/Wst. c. to Rm/FD. Rm/Wst.2/AP.18.1.37. Re. A.C. Rev. Counter. Will you please arrange to have fitted to chassis 3.B.1V. Rev. Counter and Drive made by the A.C.Sphinx Sparking… | ||
| img008 | Letter to the A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. regarding failures in the trip recorder mechanism and suggesting material and design modifications. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. 6051 19th. January 1937. BY.R/G. The A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd., Chronos Works, North Circular Road, London. N.W.2. Dear Sirs, As you are aware we have had quite a number of failures, a matter… | ||
| img009 | Letter from The A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. discussing modifications to speedometers and instrument parts. | ||
| View original record | The A.T. SPEEDOMETER CO. Ltd. MAGNETIC SPEEDOMETERS & MOTOR CLOCKS. REVOLUTION INDICATORS FOR MOTOR CARS, MOTOR BOATS AND ENGINES. MILEAGE RECORDERS, ETC. DIRECTORS. W. Henderson-Cleland. A. Gordon… | ||
| img010 | Letter from A.T. Speedometer Co., Ltd. regarding modifications to fix trip defects and improve zero setting. | ||
| View original record | By.2/G AFA/LAH Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, Derby. 22nd.January 1937 For the attention of Mr.Harvey Bailey. Dear Sirs, In answer to your letter of the 19th.inst. the writer wishes to… | ||
| img011 | Reporting the fourth failure of a PH.III speedometer trip recorder after 450 miles. | ||
| View original record | WST 6065. from Mx. Mx13/T26.1.37 PH.III Speedometers Further to Mx8/T18.1.37 - we have had another failure of a trip recorder making four failures in all, on the chassis we have been running for oil… | ||
| img012 | Speedometer failures due to incorrect materials and increased spring pressure from the supplier. | ||
| View original record | 6965 WST. We must find out where bad speedometers BY/RD.2/B.26.1.37. Started to come in and consider retrospective action Rm SPEEDOMETERS. With reference to the trip failures which have been occurring… | ||
| img013 | Request to A.C. Spinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. for a quotation on rev. counters and a sample speedometer for testing on a Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | 6011 Experimental Department 27th January 1937. Rm/Wst.13/AP. A,C. Spinx Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., DUNSTABLE, Beds. For the attention of Mr.N.F.Stockbridge. Dear Sirs, We are now testing out the sample… | ||
| img014 | Urgent internal request to order a standard Phantom III speedometer for chassis 34-EX. | ||
| View original record | To HPS/CEP. from Rm/Wst. 6057 Rm/Wst.5/AP.1.2.37. Will you please arrange to order from the A.T. Company, one standard Phantom III. speedometer, arranged with a revs. per mile figure of 695. This… | ||
| img015 | Quotation letter from AC-Sphinx for rev. counters and speedometers for a Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | 6066 6011 AC-SPHINX SPARKING PLUG Co. LTD. DIRECTORS: N.F. Stockbridge, W.O.Kennington, C.J.Bartlett. Telegrams: SPHINX, DUNSTABLE. DUNSTABLE, BEDS., ENGLAND. Telephone: DUNSTABLE 360. Our Ref.… | ||
| img016 | Letter from AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. requesting information for speedometer calibration. | ||
| View original record | THE AC-SPHINX SPARKING PLUG CO., LTD. CONTINUATION SHEET No. 2. In addition we should like you to advise us as to the revolutions per mile on the speedo driving cable, so that we can calibrate our… | ||
| img017 | Faulty Phantom III speedometer and cable from chassis 38 Ex, requesting their return for repair. | ||
| View original record | 6065 X HPS/CEP from Rm/Wst. Rm/Wst.4/M.2.2.37. Phantom III Speedometer and Cable. The speedometer, No. R.448 and drive cable, were removed from chassis 38 Ex. as the result of a report by the Garage… | ||
| img018 | Notification regarding incorrect material used for trip rollers in certain A.T. Speedometers. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. [REDACTED] H.Q. c. Rm. or RHC [REDACTED] or ROY [REDACTED] WST 6057 BY/RD.5/B.3.2.37. SPEEDOMETERS. The A.T. Speedometer Co., have now established that incorrect material was used for the trip… | ||
| img019 | Letter to AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. requesting the production of a speedometer for the 25/30 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | 6065 (Experimental Dept.) Rm/Wst:7/M. 3rd February, 1937. Messrs.AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., DUNSTABLE, Bedfordshire. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. N.F. Stockbridge. Many thanks for your… | ||
| img020 | Letter from AC-Sphinx regarding the supply of a sample speedometer and requesting details for the required cable and casing unit for a 25/30 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | 6011 AC-SPHINX SPARKING PLUG CO. LTD. DIRECTORS: N.F. Stockbridge, W.O.Kennington, C.J.Bartlett. Telegrams: SPHINX, DUNSTABLE. DUNSTABLE, BEDS..ENGLAND. Telephone: DUNSTABLE 360. Our Ref NFS/GEB Your… | ||
| img021 | Suggesting a material change for the speedometer trip mechanism to improve durability. | ||
| View original record | endurance test To Rm/Wst. 6065. BY/RD.1/B.17.2.37. P Stenda. SPEEDOMETERS. In order to obviate trouble with trip mechanism the A.T.Speedometer Co., have suggested that the end counter on the trip… | ||
| img022 | The mileage of various cars fitted with A.T. speedometers with modified trip mechanisms. | ||
| View original record | A.T Speedometers with Modified Trip Mechanism. Miles run on various cars to date. 32 EX. 5,941 33 " 1,749 36 " 3,426 37 " 6,700 39 " 2,760 24 GVI. 3,014 25 " 2,381 B. 56. BN. 2,780 3 B IV. 13. No… | ||
| img023 | Return of two experimental Smith A.T. Speedometers for modification. | ||
| View original record | 6051 HPS/CEP from Rm/Wst. Rm/Wst10/M.17.2.37. Smith A.T. Speedometers. We have two experimental speedometers, which we wish to return to the Makers for modification in accordance with the arrangement… | ||
| img024 | Correspondence to AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. to arrange a meeting regarding speedometers and rev counters. | ||
| View original record | 6011 Rm/Wst18/M 17th February, 1937. N.F. Stockbridge Esq., AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd., Dunstable, BEDS. Dear Mr. Stockbridge, In reply to your letter of the 15th instant, I think it would be to… | ||
| img025 | The despatch of two speedometers to the makers for modification and marking. | ||
| View original record | To B/Dr. from HPS/WSC. c. Rm/Wst. Regr. 6051 HPS/WSC.6/BA.18.2.37. Smith's A.T. Speedometer. We hand you herewith:- 1-Bentley Type Speedometer No. 3726. 1-Ph.III Type Speedometer No. D.368 Will you… | ||
| img026 | Requesting an order for speedometers for the Wraith chassis, specifying the required calibration. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. 6065 HPS/CEP from Rm/Wst. c to Wst/CAP Rm/Wst7/M.18.2.37. Speedometer for Wraith Chassis. Will you please order speedometers for the further Wraith chassis, which are to be built. We… | ||
| img027 | Requesting details for the experimental fitting of an A.C. Speedometer to a Bentley test car. | ||
| View original record | 6011 To By/TWD. Rm/Wst.1/JH.23.2.37. Confirming our conversation of Saturday morning regarding the experimental fitting of the A.C. Speedometer to a Bentley car for test, will you please arrange to… | ||
| img028 | Request to arrange for the despatch of a Phantom III speedometer dial on loan to the A.C. Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 6065. HPS/CEP from Rm/Wst c to CAP Rm/Wst19/M.23.2.37. A.C. Speedometer Dial. Will you please arrange for the despatch, on loan, of a Phantom III speedometer dial, to the A.C. Sphinx Sparking Plug Co.… | ||
| img029 | Letter to A.C. Sphinx Sparking Plug Ltd. providing the address of a supplier for Cambridge dials. | ||
| View original record | 6065 Rm/Wst.4/AP. 24th February 1937. N.F.Stockbridge Esq., A.C. Sphinx Sparking Plug Ltd., DUNSTABLE, Beds. Dear Mr. Stockbridge, I promised to let you have the address of the firm who used to supply… | ||
| img030 | Requesting the return of a Bentley Speedometer for modification to its trip mechanism. | ||
| View original record | 6051 HPS/CEP from Rm/Wst. Rm/Wst4/M.24.2.37. A.T. Speedometers. In accordance with the agreement made with the Makers and the request contained in By/RD1/B.17.2.37, will you please arrange for the… | ||
| img031 | Loan of a Ph.III Speedometer Dial to A.C. Sphinx Sparking Plug Co., Ltd. | ||
| View original record | To [REDACTED] from HPS/WSC. c. [REDACTED] c. Rm/Wst. 6065. HPS/WSC.2/BA.24.2.37. A.C. Speedometer Dial We hand you herewith:- 1 Ph.III Speedometer Dial Will you please post same to the.. A.C. Sphinx… | ||
| img032 | Requesting the return of a Bentley Speedometer to its makers for modification to the trip mechanism. | ||
| View original record | To [redacted] from HPS/WSC. c. Rm/Wst. 6051 HPS/WSC.1/BA.26.2.37. A.T. Speedometers. We hand you herewith:- 1 Bentley Speedometer No. P.467. Will you please arrange to return same to the makers for… | ||
| img033 | Sending an A.C. speedometer for inspection and arranging for a new instrument with a concave dial. | ||
| View original record | Hs. 6011 Rm/Wst.20/AP.2.3.37. We send you herewith as promised, the inside of a standard A.C. speedometer for your inspection. We are arranging for them to make up for us an instrument with a concave… | ||
| img034 | The return of an experimental A.C. Speedometer to the A.C. Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. for correction. | ||
| View original record | 6011 To D/BP. from Rm/Wst. c. to G/Mt. Rm/Wst.17/AP.2.3.37. We are sending into the stores one A.C. experimental Speedometer. Will you please arrange for this to be returned to the A.C. Sphinx… | ||
| img035 | Letter to A.C. Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding a faulty experimental speedometer with incorrect calibration and poor enamel. | ||
| View original record | 6011 Rm/Wst.16/AP. 2nd. March 1937. A.C.Sphinx Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., DUNSTABLE, Beds. Dear Sirs, We have received the experimental sample speedometer No.S.17281, Serial No.M.192, but regret to say… | ||
| img036 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding price reductions and design comparisons of A.T. and Smith instruments. | ||
| View original record | 6051 CONTRACTORS' TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY S. Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd CRICKLEWOOD WORKS. LONDON, N.W.2 SALES DIRECTOR'S OFFICE. TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES)… | ||
| img037 | Letter to S. Smith & Sons regarding the superior performance and lower cost of a competitor's speedometer. | ||
| View original record | 6051 3rd. March 1937. Rm/Wst.10/AP. Messrs S.Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd., Cricklewood Works, LONDON N.W.2. For the attention of C.W. Nichols Esq. Dear Nichols, I have received your letter of… | ||
| img038 | Letter from AC-Sphinx regarding incorrect calibration and scale distortion on a sample speedometer, S-17281. | ||
| View original record | 6011 AC-SPHINX SPARKING PLUG Co. LTD. DIRECTORS: N.F. Stöckbridge, W.O.Kennington, C.J.Bartlett DUNSTABLE, BEDS.,ENGLAND. Telegrams: SPHINX,DUNSTABLE Telephone: DUNSTABLE 360. Our Ref. DBB/JB CAP 4th… | ||
| img039 | Letter from AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. discussing a misunderstanding over instrument specifications. | ||
| View original record | THE AC-SPHINX SPARKING PLUG CO. LTD. CONTINUATION SHEET No. 1. Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd., Derby. available at the time, and it was understood here that this particular instrument was to be used by you… | ||
| img040 | Letter from AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. regarding speedometer drive cables, samples and a scheduled visit. | ||
| View original record | THE AC-SPHINX SPARKING PLUG CO., LTD. CONTINUATION SHEET No. 2 Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd., Derby. P.S. (LATER). We are enclosing as requested prints showing assembly and details of one of our standard… | ||
| img041 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding instrument comparisons, competitor contracts for lower horsepower cars, and A.T. policy. | ||
| View original record | 105 6051 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY [STAMP: ENGINEERING AND ALLIED EMPLOYERS' NATIONAL FEDERATION] TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON.… | ||
| img042 | Typed letter arranging a meeting to take place in Derby. | ||
| View original record | R.P.81 S. SMITH & SONS (MOTOR ACCESSORIES) LTD., CRICKLEWOOD WORKS, LONDON, N.W.2. CONTINUATION NO. 1. H. E. West, Esq. 5th March 1937. I met Mr. Royce at Birmingham yesterday morning and arranged to… | ||
| img043 | Instructions for fitting a speedometer drive to a Bentley chassis, detailing part replacements and gear ratios. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten: 6065] [REDACTED] [REDACTED] c/o. Rm/WST. [REDACTED] BY/TWD2/E.5.3.37. BENTLEY CHASSIS. SPEEDOMETER DRIVE. SECTION 6035. Please receive herewith two blue prints of each of the following… | ||
| img044 | Letter from AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. to arrange a meeting regarding AC Speedometers. | ||
| View original record | 6011 AC-SPHINX SPARKING PLUG Co. LTD. DIRECTORS: N.F. Stockbridge, W.O.Kennington, C.J.Bartlett. DUNSTABLE, BEDS.,ENGLAND. Telegrams: SPHINX,DUNSTABLE. Telephone: DUNSTABLE 360. Our Ref. CNF/AMS. Your… | ||
| img045 | Requesting the return of a Phantom III speedometer for modification to its trip mechanism. | ||
| View original record | 6051 HPS/CFP. from Wst/RC. Wst/RC.17/AP.6.3.37. Will you please arrange for one Phantom III. speedometer No.Q.140 to be returned to the A.T.Speedometer Co. for modification to trip mechanism. To be… | ||
| img046 | The forwarding of a Phantom III Speedometer for modification to its trip mechanism. | ||
| View original record | To D/SP. from HPS/WSC. 6051 c. RM/wst. HPS/WSC.20/BA.8.3.37. Phantom III Speedometers. We hand you herewith:- 1 Ph.III Speedometer No. Q.140. Will you please forward same to the A.T. Speedometer Co.,… | ||
| img047 | Instruction to return a Bentley speedometer for modification of the tripmechanism, free of charge. | ||
| View original record | 6051 To HPS/CEF. Wst/RC.21/JH.8.3.37. Will you please arrange for Bentley speedometer No 29 to be returned to the A.T. speedometer Co. for modification of the tripmechanism. This is to be marked for… | ||
| img048 | Dispatch of a Bentley Speedometer for modification of the trip mechanism. | ||
| View original record | To D/BB. from HPS/WSC. c. RM/Wst. 6051 HPS/WSC.1 BX.9.3.37. Bentley - Speedometers. We hand you herewith:- 1 Bentley Speedometer No.529 Will you please despatch same to the A.T. Speedometer Co.,… | ||
| img049 | Letter to A.C. Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding a misunderstanding over front glasses for speedometers. | ||
| View original record | 6011 11th March 1937. Rm/wst.13/AP. A.C.Sphinx Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., DUNSTABLE, Beds Dear Sirs, Confirming our conversation on the telephone today, concerning the front glasses for the speedometers,… | ||
| img050 | Letter from AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the fitting and projection of two instrument glasses. | ||
| View original record | AC-SPHINX SPARKING PLUG Co. LTD. DIRECTORS: N.F. Stockbridge, W.O. Kennington, C.J. Bartlett. DUNSTABLE, BEDS., ENGLAND. Telegrams: SPHINX, DUNSTABLE. Telephone: DUNSTABLE 360. Our Ref: DBB/JB Your… | ||
| img051 | Modification of speedometer gears for an experimental Wraith chassis to test a special A.C. speedometer. | ||
| View original record | SECRET 6011. To By/Cgh. from Rm/Wst. Rm/Wst.7/AP.15.3.37. WRAITH SPEEDOMETER GEARS. We want to try out a special A.C. speedometer on one of our experimental Wraith chassis and in order to do this the… | ||
| img052 | Letter to A.C. Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the dispatch of two glasses. | ||
| View original record | 6011 15th March 1937. Rm/Wst/RC.23/AP. The A.C.Sphinx Sparking PlugCo.Ltd., DUNSTABLE, Beds For the attention of Mr.Brown. Dear Sirs, Referring to your letter of the 13th inst., ref. DBB/JB., we are… | ||
| img053 | Request to send two speedometer glasses to the A.C. Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 6011 HPS/CEP. from Wst/RC. Wst/RC.24/AP.15.3.37. Will you please arrange for two speedometer glasses to be sent to the A.C.Sphinx Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., DUNSTABLE, Beds. Wst/RC. | ||
| img054 | Letter to Messrs Smith & Sons requesting the cost of an electric rev counter with a circular scale. | ||
| View original record | 6065 March 15th.1937. Rm/Wst.19/AP. Messrs Smith & Sons (Motor Accesories) Ltd., Cricklewood Works LONDON N.W.2. For the attention of Mr.V.Russell. Dear Sirs, We should very much like to know the cost… | ||
| img055 | Letter to the A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. requesting the introduction date of an improved speedometer drive. | ||
| View original record | 6051 Rm/Wst.16/JH. 16th March, 1937. The A.T. Speedometer Co.Ltd., Chronos Works, North Circular Road, London.N.W.2. Dear Sirs, Will you please let us know the date when you introduced the improved… | ||
| img056 | Instruction to replace the speedometer on vehicle 39-EX and return the old one for overhauling. | ||
| View original record | 6051 To HPS. Wst/RC.10/JH.16.3.37. RE AT.SPEEDOMER FITTED TO 39-EX. Will you please instruct for the speedometer on 39-EX to be taken off and replaced by speedometer No.P.368 and will you arrange to… | ||
| img057 | Sending two speedometer glasses on loan to A.C. Sphinx Sparking Plug Co., Ltd. | ||
| View original record | To B/BP. from HPS/WSC. G/Rb. c.Ru/Wst. 6011 HPS/WSC.8/BA.16.3.37. Instrument Board. We hand you herewith:- 2 Speedometer Glasses. Will you kindly arrange to forward same to the A.C. Sphinx Sparking… | ||
| img058 | Letter from the A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. concerning the supply history and design of speedometer instruments and drives. | ||
| View original record | 6051 The A.T. SPEEDOMETER CO. Ltd. MAGNETIC SPEEDOMETERS & MOTOR CLOCKS. REVOLUTION INDICATORS FOR MOTOR CARS, MOTOR BOATS AND ENGINES, MILEAGE RECORDERS, ETC. DIRECTORS: W. Henderson-Cleland. A.… | ||
| img059 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding the development and costing of an Electrical Rev. Indicator. | ||
| View original record | CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY 6065 TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON. CABLES: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON. CODES: MARCONI, COMMERCIAL, BENTLEYS. S.… | ||
| img060 | Requesting an examination of a faulty speedometer reported to be jumping in and out of gear. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. 6065 Wst/RC.3/JH.18.3.37. Will you please instruct for the speedometer on 5-B-IV to be examined as it has been reported that this instrument is faulty. "Jumps in andout of gear". It is quite… | ||
| img061 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding an Electric Revolution Indicator and proposed drive lay-out ideas from Messrs. Lucas. | ||
| View original record | 105 6065 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY [Logo: ENGINEERING AND ALLIED EMPLOYERS' NATIONAL FEDERATION] [Logo: SMITH'S MP REGISTERED TRADE MARK] [Crest: BY APPOINTMENT TO HIS… | ||
| img062 | Letter to S. Smith & Sons regarding a decision not to proceed with an electric revolution indicator on the Lucas dynamo. | ||
| View original record | 6065 1st. April 1937 Rm/Wst.1/AP. C.W.Nichols Esq., Messrs S.Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd., Cricklewood Works, LONDON N.W.2. Dear Mr.Nichols, Replying to your letter of the 30th inst., we have… | ||
| img063 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding an Electric Revolution Indicator and a new combined A.T. Rev. Indicator/Electric Clock. | ||
| View original record | 105 6065 CONTRACTORS, TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY S. Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd CRICKLEWOOD WORKS. LONDON, N.W.2 SALES DIRECTOR'S OFFICE. [Left Side Panel] ENGINEERING AND ALLIED… | ||
| img064 | Request to return a Bentley speedometer from an experimental car to its makers for modification to the trip mechanism. | ||
| View original record | 6065 To HPS/CEP. c. to Wst/CAP Wst/RC.10/JH.7.4.37. Will you please arrange for the Bentley speedometer No. R.419 off experimental car B-56-BN, to be returned to the makers for modification to the… | ||
| img065 | Return of a Bentley Speedometer for modification to the trip mechanism. | ||
| View original record | To BP. from HPS/WSC. c. RM/St. 6051 HPS/WSC.6/BA.10.4.37. Bentley Speedometers. We hand you herewith:- 1 Bentley Speedometer No.E.419, removed from Experimental Chassis No.B-56-B.N. Will you please… | ||
| img066 | Complaints of noisy speedometer and rev counter drives on 4¼ Bentley Chassis due to incorrect lubrication. | ||
| View original record | 6085. To By. from Rm/Wst. c. MX. c. RHC. Rm/Wst.11/AP.14.4.37 Rev. Counters and Speedometer Drives on Chassis. We are getting an abnormal amount of complaints on the 4¼ Bentley Chassis, due to noisy… | ||
| img067 | Change in specification for Wraith speedometers due to an alteration in tyre size. | ||
| View original record | 6065 HPS/WSC. from Rm/Wst. Rm/Wst.12/AP.14.4.37 WRAITH SPEEDOMETERS. Will you please note that the two new speedometers you have on order for the new chassis being built up should be arranged for 798… | ||
| img068 | Request to arrange for the speedometer to be removed from a Chevrolet for needle refitting. | ||
| View original record | 6065. To HPS. c. to Wst/CAP. Wst/RC.3/JH.14.4.37. Will you please arrange for the speedometer to be removed from the Chevrolet as the needle on same needs refitting. Wst/RC. | ||
| img069 | Investigation into stiff grease used in speedometer drives supplied by Smiths. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Wst 6065 BY.5/G.15.4.37. REV. COUNTERS AND SPEEDOMETER DRIVES ON CHASSIS. Referring to Rm/Wst.11/AP.14.4.37. I am afraid you are wrongly informed as to the actual position in regard to the… | ||
| img070 | Request for a standard Bentley speedometer and cable for a brake testing rig. | ||
| View original record | 6065. To Rm/Wst.from Rm/AFM. Rm/AFM.12/AP.16.4.37 Will you please provide Rm/AFM. with a standard Bentley speedometer and cable, which are wanted for measuring the speed of a brake testing rig. The… | ||
| img071 | Letter from a speedometer supplier regarding noisy cables and suggestions to modify the drive to eliminate bends. | ||
| View original record | The A.T. SPEEDOMETER CO. Ltd. MAGNETIC SPEEDOMETERS & MOTOR CLOCKS. REVOLUTION INDICATORS FOR MOTOR CARS, MOTOR BOATS AND ENGINES, MILEAGE RECORDERS, ETC. DIRECTORS. W. Henderson-Cleland. A. Gordon… | ||
| img072 | Letter from The A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. arranging a meeting in Derby. | ||
| View original record | 6051 The A.T. SPEEDOMETER CO. Ltd. MAGNETIC SPEEDOMETERS & MOTOR CLOCKS REVOLUTION INDICATORS FOR MOTOR CARS, MOTOR BOATS AND ENGINES, MILEAGE RECORDERS, ETC. DIRECTORS W. Henderson-Cleland. A. Gordon… | ||
| img073 | Removal and replacement of the speedometer on chassis 36-EX. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. c. to WST/CAP. 6065, Wst/RC.9/JH.28.4.37. Re Speedometer on Chassis 36-EX. Will you please arrange for the speedometer on the above chassis to be removed, and replaced by a modified instrument… | ||
| img074 | Letter from AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. seeking an opinion on the Evans vane-type Fuel Pump and discussing Speedometer samples. | ||
| View original record | 6011. AC-SPHINX SPARKING PLUG Co. LTD. DIRECTORS: N.F. Stockbridge, W.O. Kennington, C.J. Bartlett. Telegrams: SPHINX, DUNSTABLE. DUNSTABLE, BEDS., ENGLAND. Telephone: DUNSTABLE 360. Our Ref. NFS/GEB.… | ||
| img075 | Letter to A.C.-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. regarding speedometer testing and issues with Sinterkorund spark plugs. | ||
| View original record | 6011 29th April 1937 Rm/Wst.19/AP. N.F.Stockbridge Esq., A.C.-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., DUNSTABLE, Beds. Dear Mr.Stockbridge, Replying to your letter of the 28th. inst., we should like you to hang… | ||
| img076 | Letter from AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. concerning speedometer work and Sinterkorund spark plug development. | ||
| View original record | 6071 AC-SPHINX SPARKING PLUG CO. LTD. DIRECTORS: N.F. Stockbridge, W.O.Kennington, C.J.Bartlett. Telegrams: SPHINX. DUNSTABLE. DUNSTABLE, BEDS. ENGLAND. Telephone: DUNSTABLE 360. Our Ref. NFS/GEB.… | ||
| img077 | Requesting the return of a Phantom III speedometer to the makers for modification. | ||
| View original record | 6051 To HPS. from Rm/Wst. c. to Wst/CAP. Rm/Wst.5/BJ.3.5.37. Will you please arrange for the Phantom III speedometer No.F.483 to be returned to the makers for modification to the trip mechanism. To be… | ||
| img078 | Instructions for fitting an A.C. Rev-Counter and Speedometer to a Bentley chassis for trial. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. c. to Rm/FD. 6011 Rm/Wst.21/JH.4.5.37. A.C. Rev-Counter and Speedometer for Bentley Chassis. We have received two instruments from the AC.Co. for exptl. trial on Bentley chassis. Will you… | ||
| img079 | Return of a Phantom III speedometer for a free-of-charge modification to the trip mechanism. | ||
| View original record | To: Rm/Wst. from HPS/WSC. 6665 HPS/WSC.11/BA.4.5.37. Phantom III Speedometers. We have handed to Hd/FC - 1 Ph.III Speedometer No. P.483 Please arrange to have this returned to the makers for… | ||
| img080 | Letter to AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co.Ltd. regarding the Evans Vane type fuel pump. | ||
| View original record | 6011 Wst/RC.19/JH. 5th May,1937. The AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., Dunstable, Beds. Dear Sirs, With further reference to your letter of the 28th ult. ref. No.NFS/GAE. we have gone into the question… | ||
| img081 | Distributing electrical specifications for petrol pumps, speedometers, and rev-counters to manufacturers for production conformity. | ||
| View original record | Petrol Pump Switch Speedometer Rev-Counter 6065 To By. from Rm/Wst. c. Roy. c. G/Wt. Rm/Wst.18/AP.19.5.37 Electrical Specifications. We now hand you herewith two copies each of specifications… | ||
| img082 | New design for Bentley Speedometer and Rev. Counter Drives to resolve service complaints. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. from Rm/GWH. HS. C. RRC. Rm. E. By. Hd. K/KC. 6051 6SL Rm/GWH.10/AP.20.5.37 SERVICE COMPLAINTS. Bentley Speedometer & Rev. Counter Drives. From our investigations with the above the D.O. have… | ||
| img083 | The layout of the Wraith speedometer drive, referencing faults previously found on the Bentley. | ||
| View original record | 6065 To Hs. from Rm/GWH. E. Rm. RHC. By. Rm/GWH.11/AP.20.5.37 WST Please see this is carried out. Rm WRAITH SPEEDOMETER DRIVE. The layout of the speedometer drive for the Wraith has got all the faults… | ||
| img084 | Requesting the removal of speedometers on chassis 3-B-IV and 6-B-IV for modifications. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. 6065 ✓ Wst/RC.9/JH.27.5.37. Re Speedometers on 3-B-IV and 6-B-IV. (Continued) Will you please arrange for the speedometer on the above chassis to be removed for modifications. Wst/RC. | ||
| img085 | Request to replace a noisy speedometer cable on chassis 24.G.VI. | ||
| View original record | 6065 To HPS. c. to Wst/CAP. Wst/RC.12/JH.28.5.37. Re Speedometer Cable on 24.G.VI. Will you please instruct for a new flexible drive to be fitted to the speedometer on chassis 24.G.VI. The existing… | ||
| img086 | Request to add red radial lines to a Bentley speedometer dial to indicate maximum speeds in each gear. | ||
| View original record | To HPS/CEP. c.c. to Wst/CAP. 6051 Rm/Wst.11/JH.4.6.37. Will you please forward to the A.T. speedometer Co. Bentley speedometer No.R.419, with the request that they draw on the dial a radial line in… | ||
| img087 | Request to modify a Bentley speedometer dial with maximum speed markings for each gear. | ||
| View original record | To HPS/CEP. c. to Wst/CAP. 6051 Rm/Wst.11/JH.4.6.37. Will you please forward to the A.T. speedometer Co. Bentley speedometer No.R.419, with the request that they draw on the dial a radial line in red,… | ||
| img088 | Request to mark the maximum speeds in each gear on a Bentley speedometer dial. | ||
| View original record | To D/RR from HPS/WSC. 6051 Mr. F.C. G/RD. Rm/Wst. HPS/WSC.6/BA.5.6.37. 0/54107. Bentley & Speedometer. Will you kindly forward to the A.T. Speedometer Co. the Bentley Speedometer (No.R.419) which we… | ||
| img089 | Requesting the return of a speedometer for modification to its trip mechanism. | ||
| View original record | 6051. To HPS/CEP. c. to Wst/CAP. Wst/RC.4/JH.8.6.37. Re Speedometer off 3-B-IV. Will you please arrange for speedometer No.R.771 taken off the above chassis to be returned to the makers for… | ||
| img090 | The return of a speedometer to the makers for modification. | ||
| View original record | To HPS/CEP. c. to Wst/CAP. 6065 Wst/RC.4/JH.8.6.37. Re Speedometer off 3-B-IV. Will you please arrange for speedometer No.R.771 taken off the above chassis to be returned to the makers for… | ||
| img091 | Objections from A.T. Speedometer Co. to an electrical specification for speedometers. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Wst. C.B./9/6/37 6065 BY.5/G.9.6.37. LOSL RE: ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATION - SPEEDOMETERS. Referring to Rm/Wst.18/AP.19.5.37. we have submitted this specification to the A.T. Speedometer Co. and they… | ||
| img092 | Despatch of a speedometer for modification to its trip mechanism. | ||
| View original record | To. D/Rm. from HPS/WSC. Rm/Wst. 6051 HPS/WSC.14/EA.9.6.37. Speedometers. We hand you herewith:- 1 Speedometer No.R.771 removed from Bentley Chassis B-B-IV. Please arrange to despatch same to the… | ||
| img093 | Performance and unreliability of A.T. speedometers. | ||
| View original record | By. from Rm. WGL 6051 Rm4/R.10.6.37. A.T. SPEEDOMETERS. With reference to By.5/G.9.6.37., in Item 6 we gave the same specification as the A.C. Speedometer could fulfil. It should be remembered that we… | ||
| img094 | Performance and testing of A.T. speedometers, including inertia effects and trip mechanism failures. | ||
| View original record | 6051 Rm. BY.12/G.11.6.37. A.T. SPEEDOMETERS. WST Referring to Rm.4/R.10.6.37. my note was not intended to convey the idea of concession to the A.T. speedometer people but rather as a criticism of the… | ||
| img095 | Letter to A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. requesting the delivery of two clocks for a Ph.III chassis. | ||
| View original record | 6051 14th June 1937 Rm/Wst.C/AP. The A.T. Speedometer Co.Ltd., Chronos Works, North Circular Road, LONDON N.W.2. For the attention of Mr.H.R.Buckland. Dear Sirs, Replying to your letter of the 12th… | ||
| img096 | Recalibration of Wraith speedometers due to a change in tyre radius. | ||
| View original record | To HPS/CEE. c. to WST/CAP. 6051 Rm/Wst.4/JH.25.6.37. Wraith Speedometers. Owing to an alteration in the static effective radius of the tyres, it has become necessary to revise the calibration of… | ||
| img097 | Required recalibration of Wraith III speedometers due to a change in tyre radius. | ||
| View original record | To: [REDACTED] from HPS/WSC. RMWst 6065, HPS/WSC.27/BA.25.6.37. 0/54127 Wraith III Speedometers. Owing to the alteration in the static effective radius of the tyres on the Wraith car, it has become… | ||
| img098 | Letter from AC-Sphinx regarding a speedometer calibration and a request for the required specification. | ||
| View original record | 6011 AC-SPHINX SPARKING PLUG Co. LTD. DIRECTORS: N.F. Stockbridge, W.O.Kennington, C.J.Bartlett. Telegrams: SPHINX.DUNSTABLE. DUNSTABLE, BEDS., ENGLAND. Telephone: DUNSTABLE 360. Our Ref. DBB/DJG Your… | ||
| img099 | Letter to the AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. enclosing a copy of a speedometer specification. | ||
| View original record | 6011 Wst/RC.18/JH. 2nd July, 1937. The AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., Dunstable, Beds. For the attention of Mr.Bennion Brown. Dear Sirs, We send herewith copy of our specification for speedometers… | ||
| img100 | Letter to A.C. Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. urgently requesting the return of a special Bentley speedometer after calibration. | ||
| View original record | 6011 9th July 1937 Rm/Wst.13/AP. A.C.Sphinx Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., DUNSTABLE, Beds. For the attention of Mr.Bennion Brown. Dear Sirs, We are now urgently in need of the special Bentley speedometer… | ||
| img101 | Letter concerning the re-calibration of a special Bentley speedometer, including a table of nominal versus actual readings. | ||
| View original record | 6011 AC-SPHINX SPARKING PLUG Co. LTD. DIRECTORS: N. F. Stockbridge, W. O. Kennington, C. J. Bartlett. Telegrams: SPHINX. DUNSTABLE DUNSTABLE, BEDS., ENGLAND. Telephone: DUNSTABLE 360. Our Ref: DBB/DJG… | ||
| img102 | Letter from AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. regarding calibration compromises on an instrument. | ||
| View original record | THE AC-SPHINX SPARKING PLUG Co. LTD. CONTINUATION SHEET No. 2. You will note that we have had to compromise in such a way that at 60 M.P.H. it is reading approximately .2 of a mile higher than your… | ||
| img103 | Request to replace the speedometer on chassis 26-G-VI and return the existing instrument for modification. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. c. to Wst/CAP. 6065. Rm/Wst.2/JH.10.7.37. re Speedometer for 26-G-VI. Will you please replace the speedometer on the above chassis by speedometer No.S.807. The existing instrument to be handed… | ||
| img104 | Recalibration of a Wraith speedometer. | ||
| View original record | To HPS/CEP. C. to WSt/CAP. 6051 Rm/Wst.12/JH.12.7.37. re Wraith Speedometer No.S.920. Will you please arrange for the above A.T. instrument to be returned to the maker for recalibration: the revs/mile… | ||
| img105 | The re-calibration of a Wraith speedometer, specifying a change in rev/mile and accuracy. | ||
| View original record | To D/RR. from HPS/WSC. Keywords Rm/Wst. 6051, HPS/WSC. 21/BA.13.7.37 O/54127 Wraith Speedometers. We hand you herewith:- 1 A.T.Speedometer No.S.920. Will you please arrange to despatch same to the… | ||
| img106 | Scale calibration data for an A.C. Speedometer, Instrument No. II. | ||
| View original record | 6011 6 BIV 13.7.37. A.C. Speedometer. Scale Calibration :- Instrument No.II. Revolutions per minute of drive shaft | M.P.H. reading on dial. | Correct M.P.H. based on revs. per mile. | Percentage… | ||
| img107 | Scale calibration test report for an A.C. Rev-Counter, instrument number II. | ||
| View original record | 6BIV 13.7.37. A.C. Rev-Counter. Instrument No.:- II Scale Calibration :- Dial Reading (R.P.M. x 100) Revs. per min. of drive shaft. Percentage error. Fast Slow 5 125 - - 10, 250 - - 15 370 1.35 20 485… | ||
| img108 | Calibration figures for the AC type speedometer and rev counter on model 6-B-IV. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/FD. 6011. Rm/Wst.9/JH.15.7.37. AC Instruments on 6-B-IV. We attach herewith calibration figures of the speedometer and rev counter of the AC type fitted to 6-B-IV. Rm/Wst. | ||
| img109 | Experimental department report on the bench tests of an AC Bentley Speedometer. | ||
| View original record | EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT REPORT. 6011. REFERENCE :- Rm/Wst.12/JH.15.7.37. Subject of Report :- AC Bentley Speedometer (Bench Tests) General Conclusion :- Satisfactory. Copies of Report Circulated to:-… | ||
| img110 | Test report on an A.C. type speedometer for a Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | A.C. Speedometer. We have recently conducted Bench Endurance tests on a sample A.C. type Speedometer made suitable for our Bentley chassis. The Speedometer was tested to our specification test… | ||
| img111 | The return of speedometers from chassis 24-G-VI and 25-G-VI for modification. | ||
| View original record | 60657 To HPS. c. c. to Wst/CAP. Rm/Wst.8/JH.4.8.37. re Speedometers on 24-G-VI and 25-G-VI. The speedometers on the above chassis are to be returned to the makers for modification. Will you please… | ||
| img112 | Returning Wraith speedometers for recalibration. | ||
| View original record | To HPS/CEP. c.c. to Wst/CAP. 60651 Rm/Wst.6/JH.5.8.37. re Wraith Speedometers off 24-G-VI and 25-G-VI. Will you please arrange for speedometers No.U.316 and S.919 to be returned to the makers for… | ||
| img113 | Sending two Wraith III speedometers for recalibration to a new revolutions per mile value. | ||
| View original record | To D/BP: from HPS/WSC. Syst. Sym. Rm/wst. 6065. HPS/WSC.9/BA.10.8.37. O/54127 Wraith III Speedometers. We hand you herewith 2 speedometers removed from Chassis 24 & 25 G-VI. Will you kindly forward… | ||
| img114 | Requesting an order for a replacement flexible drive for an AC Speedometer, lost at the coachbuilders. | ||
| View original record | 6011. To HPS/CEP. c. to Rm/FD. Rm/RC.5/JH.7.9.37. re Flexible drive for AC. Speedometer on 6.B.IV. The flexible drive of the AC. speedometer on 6.B.IV has been lost at the coachbuilders; as this… | ||
| img115 | Request to remove the speedometer and Rev-counters patch from chassis 6-B-IV for laboratory examination. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/RC. c. CAP. 6065 Rm/RC.2/MH.15.9.37. Re 6-B-IV. Chassis. Will you please arrange for the speedometer and Rev-counters patch on the above chassis to be removed and handed over to the… | ||
| img116 | Requesting a bench test for two types of British Jaeger speedometers to compare with standard instruments. | ||
| View original record | CAP. 6011 To Rm/RC. please note and return R.C. BY/RD.2/B.1.10.37. SPEEDOMETERS. Please receive herewith two Speedometers :- (a) A British Jaeger Magnetic Speedometer. (b) A British Jaeger Chrometric… | ||
| img117 | Memo, which was later cancelled, regarding a standard AT patch for the rev-counter and speedometer for car 6-B-IV. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/RC. c. RC/CAP. 6 OH. Rm/RC.11/MH.5.10.37. RE AC. REV-COUNTER AND SPEEDOMETER PATCH FITTED TO 6-B-IV. Further to our memo Rm/RC.2/MH.15.9.37. Will you please have a standard AT. patch… | ||
| img118 | Sending a Bentley speedometer for repair to the odometer mechanism. | ||
| View original record | 6011. To M.H.P. W.S.C. R.W.V. R.O. [text struck through] Rm/RC. from HTS/WSC. HPS/WSC.16/BA.11.10.37. O/54107. Bentley Speedometer - 6-B-IV. We hand you herewith:- 1 A.C.Speedometer, removed from our… | ||
| img119 | Urgent request to remove a speedometer from vehicle 6-B-IV and deliver it to the electrical laboratory. | ||
| View original record | URGENT. 6065 To HPS. from Rm/RC. c. RC/CAP. Rm/RC.5/MH.11.10.37. Re 6-B-IV. Will you please arrange for the speedometer on 6-B-IV to be removed and handed to the electrical Laboratory. Rm/RC. | ||
| img120 | Urgent internal memo requesting the return of a speedometer from vehicle 6-B-IV for repair. | ||
| View original record | URGENT. 6065 To HPS/CEP. from Rm/RC. Rm/RC.6/MH.11.10.37. RE SPEEDOMETER OFF 6-B-IV. Will you please arrange for the AC speedometer taken off 6-B-IV to be returned to the AC - Sphinx Sparking Plug Co.… | ||
| img121 | Figures for new Bentley wheel and tyre sizes and requesting the alteration of speedometers on production. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Rm/FD. c. By/Mr. Davis. Handwritten notes: X, PO1, RC '6065- BENTLEY SPEEDOMETERS. We give below the figures for the new Bentley wheel and tyre as compared with the present standard… | ||
| img122 | Cancelling a previous instruction to change over to AT. Instruments on a car. | ||
| View original record | 6065 To HPS. from Rm/RC. c. RC/CAP. Rm/RC.1/MH.12.10.37. RE 6-B-IV. Will you please cancel our memo Rm/RC.11/MH.5.10.37, as it has been decided not to change over to the AT. Instruments on the above… | ||
| img123 | Advice note from AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding a returned and corrected AC Speedometer. | ||
| View original record | Telephone : DUNSTABLE 360. Telegrams : SPHINX, DUNSTABLE. ADVICE NOTE 1426 FROM AC-SPHINX SPARKING PLUG CO. LTD. DUNSTABLE. To... Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby. Date.. 13th. Oct. 1937. Please receive in… | ||
| img124 | Request to order an AC speedometer and rev-counter from AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd for use on a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | HPS/CEP. 6011 Rm/RC.16/JH.13.10.37. re A.C. Instruments. Will you please order for us from the AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., Dunstable, Beds. one AC. speedometer and one AC rev-counter, both… | ||
| img125 | Letter from AC-Sphinx apologising for an incorrectly geared speedometer from a Bentley car. | ||
| View original record | AC-SPHINX SPARKING PLUG Co. LTD. DIRECTORS: N.F. Stockbridge, W.O. Kennington, C.J. Bartlett. DUNSTABLE, BEDS. ENGLAND. Telegrams: SPHINX.DUNSTABLE. Telephone: DUNSTABLE 360. Our Ref. FWC/DJG Your… | ||
| img126 | Letter to the A.C. Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. regarding a faulty speedometer, new instruments, and a rev-counter gadget. | ||
| View original record | 60111 Rm/RC.8/MH. The A.C. Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd., 1st. November 1937. Dunstable, Beds. Your Ref. FWC/DJG. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 14th ult., re the faulty speedometer,… | ||
| img127 | Letter detailing the investigation and preliminary test results of a British Jaeger Magnetic and a Chrometric speedometer. | ||
| View original record | C.A.P. 6065 Rm/RC.3/JH. 2nd. November, 1937. S.Smith & Sons Ltd., Cricklewood Works, LONDON.N.W.2. For the attention of Mr.Buckland. Dear Sirs, A short time ago, we had passed on to us, for… | ||
| img128 | Request for information on instruments and speedometer drive cables for investigation by the Chassis Electrical Laboratory. | ||
| View original record | Rm/RC.3/JH. -2- 2.11.37. After 8.5 hours running a distinct clicking noise was heard coming from the instrument. This varied in intensity, but seemed worst at about 80 m.p.h. In order to ensure that… | ||
| img129 | Letter from AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. regarding the manufacture of Bentley instruments, discussing dial lighting, a pointer issue, and supply delays for glass. | ||
| View original record | 6011 AC-SPHINX SPARKING PLUG Co. LTD. DIRECTORS: N.F. Stockbridge, W.O.Kennington, C.J.Bartlett. DUNSTABLE, BEDS.,ENGLAND. Telegrams: SPHINX.DUNSTABLE. Telephone: DUNSTABLE 360. Our Ref. DBB/DJG Your… | ||
| img130 | Confirming a Bentley revolution counter from A.T. Speedometer Co. is ready for fitting to a chassis. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: returned to BY/rd 6065. for maker's attention. Typed: BY/RD.2/B.4.11.37. To Rm/RC. c.c. Rm/FD. (struck through) Bentley Rev: Counters. We confirm having handed to you 1 Bentley… | ||
| img131 | Letter from The A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. discussing the performance of Jaeger speed indicators. | ||
| View original record | The A.T. SPEEDOMETER CO. Ltd. MAGNETIC SPEEDOMETERS & MOTOR CLOCKS REVOLUTION INDICATORS FOR MOTOR CARS, MOTOR BOATS AND ENGINES, MILEAGE RECORDERS, ETC. DIRECTORS W. Henderson-Cleland. A. Gordon… | ||
| img132 | Page 2 of a continuation letter from A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. regarding arrangements for tests. | ||
| View original record | A. T. SPEEDOMETER CO., LTD. - 2 - CONTINUATION. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. The cables you refer to were also despatched in arrangements made between our Mr. Arrowsmith and your Mr. Davies, in connection… | ||
| img133 | Fitting a shorter than specified speedometer drive cable due to a supplier error. | ||
| View original record | HPS. RC/CAP. 6051. Rm/RC.18/JH.10.11.37. LIGHTER TYPE A.T. SPEEDOMETER DRIVE CABLE. Will you please arrange for a cable D.W.533 to be fitted to each of the cars 24.G.VI. and 27.G.VI. Actually DW.533… | ||
| img134 | Letter to A.T. Speedometers regarding the return and overhaul of two experimental speed indicators. | ||
| View original record | 6051 Rm/RC.14/JH. 12th November, 1937. Messrs. A.T. Speedometers. Chronos Works, North Circular Road, LONDON.N.W.2. Dear Sirs, re A.T. Experimental Speed Indicators. With reference to our letter of… | ||
| img135 | The testing of two cheaper A.T. speedometers and the decision to return them. | ||
| View original record | BY. BY/RD. 6051 Rm/RC.1/JH.13.11.37. re Cheaper A.T. Speedometers. The two cheaper A.T. speedometers handed to us by By/RD. have now been tested. These proved to be :- (1) A British Jaeger Magnetic… | ||
| img136 | Return and replacement of a Bentley revolution counter. | ||
| View original record | CAP. 6065 To Rm/RC. BY/RD.4/B.15.11.37. BENTLEY REV. COUNTER. Will you please arrange to return to the A.T. Speedometer Co., the Bentley rev. counter handed to you, having a finger attached to the… | ||
| img137 | Request to arrange the return of an experimental special rev. counter to the A.T. Speedometer Co. | ||
| View original record | HPS/CEP. 60571 Rm/RC.4/JH.16.11.37. Will you please arrange to return to the A.T. Speedometer Co. one special rev. counter. This instrument is of an experimental nature having an indicating finger… | ||
| img138 | Request to fit lighter type A.T. speed indicator drive cables to specific cars. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/RC. c. RC/CAP. 6051 Rm/RC.6/MH.17.11.37. LIGHTER TYPE A.T. SPEED INDICATOR DRIVE CABLES. Will you please arrange for speedometer cables, of the above type, to be fitted to each of the… | ||
| img139 | The return of two different Jaeger speedometers to the A.T. Speedometer Co. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/RC. c. RC/CAP. 6051 Rm/RC.5/MH.17.11.37. RE CHEAPER A.T. SPEEDOMETERS. Will you please arrange for the following to be returned to the A.T. Speedometer Co.… | ||
| img140 | Letter to AC. Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. regarding a revised specification for a rev-counter. | ||
| View original record | Rm/RC.3/MH. 6011 The AC. Sphinx Sparking Plug Co., Dunstable, BEDS. 17th. November 1937. For the attention of Dr. Benion Brown. Dear Sirs, We are enclosing herewith a copy of our specification for the… | ||
| img141 | Ordering of new speedometers and rev counters for the Bentley 'M' series due to dissatisfaction with the current AC instruments. | ||
| View original record | Roy (crossed out) BY/RD (crossed out) 6051 c. Rm. c. Roy/Ms. (crossed out) RC BY/Mtnl/N.20.11.37. Re: Bentley Speedometer & Rev. Counter. Kindly note we are not sufficiently satisfied with the AC.… | ||
| img142 | Requesting the fitting of lighter A.T. speedometer drive cables to cars 32-EX and 39-EX. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/RC. c. RC/CAP. 6051 Rm/RC.4/MH.20.11.37. RE LIGHTER A.T. SPEEDOMETER DRIVE CABLES. Will you please arrange to fit an A.T. speedometer drive cable, of the lighter type to each of the… | ||
| img143 | Letter to AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. requesting a custom speedometer and rev-counter for experimental Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | 6011. Rm/RC.7/MH. 23rd. November 1937. Messrs. The AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug. Co. Ltd., Dunstable, BEDS. For the attention of Dr.Benion Brown. Dear Sirs, You are making up for us a speedometer and… | ||
| img144 | Letter from AC-Sphinx regarding speedometer gearing, a new worm and wheel combination, and disassembly for examination. | ||
| View original record | 6011 AC-SPHINX SPARKING PLUG Co. LTD. DIRECTORS: N.F.Stockbridge, W.O.Kennington, C.J.Bartlett. Telegrams: SPHINX.DUNSTABLE. DUNSTABLE, BEDS.,ENGLAND. Telephone: DUNSTABLE 360. Our Ref. DBB/DJG Your… | ||
| img145 | Continuation sheet from the AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. about a drive test and mileage recording error. | ||
| View original record | THE AC-SPHINX SPARKING PLUG Co., LTD. CONTINUATION SHEET No. 2. 773 speed mentioned by Mr. Davis, and find that we are able to get a drive with slightly under 1% error on the mileage recording wheels.… | ||
| img146 | Letter to AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co.Ltd. regarding experimental speedometers and rev-counters. | ||
| View original record | 6011. Rm/RC.1/JH. 29th November, 1937. Your ref. DBB/DJG. The AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., Dunstable, Beds. For the attention of Dr. Benion Brown. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the… | ||
| img147 | Speedometer calibration calculations due to changes in tyre dimensions for Wraith and New Series Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | To By. c. to Da/Hdy. c. to By/RD. c. to RM/PD. 6065 Rm/RC.6/JH.11.12.37. re Speedometer Calculations. With the recent changes in tyre dimensions etc. and particularly in connection with the new series… | ||
| img148 | Testing and approval of an over-running indicator in an A.T. rev-counter for fitment to a Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Rm/RC. c. Sg. c. Hs. c. Da. c. Mx. c. Hd. c. Sr. 6134 Rm/RC.1/MR.21.12.37. RE OVER-RUNNING INDICATOR INCORPORATED IN AN A.T. REV-COUNTER. The A.T. people have submitted for our test a… | ||
| img149 | Revised specification for a rev counter to commence on the Bentley 'M' Series. | ||
| View original record | To L.A. Rm/RC. 6065. BY/RD.6/B.7.1.38. Please receive herewith revised specification for rev. counter EL.16/2. This will commence on Bentley "M" Series. BY/RD. | ||
| img150 | Specification document for a revolution counter, detailing performance and testing criteria. | ||
| View original record | 7.1.38. SPECIFICATION FOR REV-COUNTER. EL.16/2. 1) The outside dimensions, arrangement of scale and general appearance shall be in accordance with that as specified on the detail drawing. 2) The… | ||
| img151 | Specification for checking an instrument's Hasler reading between set r.p.m. values. | ||
| View original record | Spec. EL.16/2. (Contd). 9) Each instrument supplied will be checked with the pointer at a scale reading of 4,500 r.p.m. and must show a Hasler reading between 1,070 and 1,125 r.p.m. BENTLEY MOTORS… | ||
| img152 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding the despatch of a sample speedometer and clock, and issues with the speedometer case. | ||
| View original record | 105 6065 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON. CABLES: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON. CODES: MARCONI, COMMERCIAL, BENTLEY'S.… | ||
| img153 | Providing speedometer ordering particulars for a Bentley III. | ||
| View original record | To Ry/Mr Davis, from Rm/FD. c. Rm/RC. Rm/FD.1/MH.27.1.38. S 6065. 200 B RC. RE BENTLEY III. Have you ordered the speedometer, etc., for this car ? If not, the following particulars may be useful :-… | ||
| img154 | The ordering of a speedometer for a Bentley III, providing specifications for tyre size, circumference, and axle ratio. | ||
| View original record | To By/Mr. Davis, from Rm/FD. c. Rm/RC. 6065 Rm/FD.1/MH.27.1.38. RE BENTLEY III. Have you ordered the speedometer, etc., for this car? If not, the following particulars may be useful :- Tyre size -… | ||
| img155 | Letter to AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding revs-per-mile calibration for instruments and a missing speedometer adaptor. | ||
| View original record | 6011. Rm/RC.6/JH. 3rd. February, 1938. The AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., Dunstable, Beds. For the attention of Mr. Benion Brown. Dear Sirs, We have now ascertained that the revs-per-mile… | ||
| img156 | Investigation into wiring faults on a Bentley owned by Mr. Crittall following a visit to Kingsbury. | ||
| View original record | 6065 to D1. c. to Hs. c. to Mx. c. to Rm/GWH. Rm/RC.1/JH.4.2.38. re Visit to Kingsbury 1.2.38. In order to investigate a complaint case, in which the wiring of a Bentley owned by Mr. Crittall was… | ||
| img157 | Customer's recurring issue with a blown headlamp bulb due to vibration. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/RC.1/JH.4.2.38. (5) This customer is in the habit of riding with his headlamp in the dipped position: the bulb in the nearside lamp had blown on various occasions. This probably is due to the… | ||
| img158 | Letter to Messrs S.Smith & Sons regarding a faulty rev. counter with a broken screw. | ||
| View original record | RC. 6065 February 4th.1938. Rm.3/AP. C.W.Nichols Esq., Messrs S.Smith & Sons, (Motor Accessories) Ltd., Cricklewood Works, LONDON N.W.2. Dear Mr.Nichols, Thank you for your letter of February 3rd. I… | ||
| img159 | Letter from AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the re-working of instruments and speedometer drive cables. | ||
| View original record | 6011 AC-SPHINX SPARKING PLUG Co. LTD. DIRECTORS: N.F. Stockbridge, W.O. Kennington, C.J. Bartlett. Telegrams: SPHINX, DUNSTABLE. DUNSTABLE, BEDS., ENGLAND. Telephone: DUNSTABLE 360. Our Ref: DBB/DJG… | ||
| img160 | Letter from AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. clarifying specifications for four pairs of instruments. | ||
| View original record | THE AC-SPHINX SPARKING PLUG CO.. LTD. CONTINUATION SHEET No. 2. We gather, therefore, that you are now expecting us to produce four pairs of Instruments similar to the ones we are shortly returning to… | ||
| img161 | Letter to AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the supply and modification of concave dial instruments. | ||
| View original record | 6011. RM/RC.3/MH 25th. February 1938. The AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd., Dunstable, BEDS. Your Ref. DBB/DJG. For the attention of Mr.Benion Brown. Dear Sirs, We have now received the first of the… | ||
| img162 | Cost and accuracy implications of a proposal for standardized speedometer drives with a common gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 60651 Det. c. Rm. c. BY/RD. DA/Hdy.1/G.26.2.38. RC. This seems to be the correct course. Rm B.111, SPEEDOMETER DRIVES. B.50 and WRAITH, WITH A COMMON GEARBOX. With reference to the proposal to save… | ||
| img163 | Requesting the return of a flexible speedometer drive to the AC Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. for modification. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. c.c. to RC/GAP. 6011 Rm/RC.17/JH.1.3.38. re AC Speedometer Drive. Will you please arrange for a flexible speedometer drive to be returned to the AC Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. for modification to… | ||
| img164 | Requesting the forwarding of a flexible speedometer drive for modification. | ||
| View original record | 6071 To F/M. From HPS/WSC. c. to RM/RC. HPS/WSC.1/VS.2.3.38. O/52440. RE A.C. SPEEDOMETER DRIVE. Will you please forward the Flexible Speedometer Drive which we hand you herewith to the A.C. Sphinx… | ||
| img165 | The alteration of speedometer axle ratios for Bentley 'M' Series and Wraith chassis. | ||
| View original record | Rm. - from Roy. C. to Ry [crossed out] C. to Hsr [crossed out] RC. 6051 ROY/Msl/P.17.3.38. BENTLEY CHASSIS - "M" SERIES. WRAITH CHASSIS. The axle ratio of Speedometers on the above-mentioned chassis… | ||
| img166 | Letter from a supplier discussing changes to speedometer r.p.m. specifications and the associated production costs. | ||
| View original record | (COPY) Ref. HRB/Ms. CHRONOS WORKS, NORTH CIRCULAR ROAD, LONDON. N.W.2. 12th March 1938. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., DERBY. Dear Sirs, We beg to confirm the visit of our Mr. Arrowsmith yesterday, and… | ||
| img167 | Telephone message regarding the failure of two speedometer total mileage recorders for a Bentley III. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: RM/ee, A.T. Speedometers. 6051 23.3.38. Typed: Telephone message from Mr. Buckland of A.T. Speedometer Co. Re: Failure of the Total Mileage Recorders on 2 Speedometers for Bentley III.… | ||
| img168 | Requesting the recalibration of a speedometer for Wraith car 28.G.VI due to a change in the rear axle ratio. | ||
| View original record | To HPS/WSC. c. to RC/CAP. 6065 Rm/RC.11/JH.31.3.38. SPEEDOMETER FOR CAR 28.G.VI. Owing to the rear axle being changed to one of ratio 8/34, it is necessary for the speedometer on Wraith car 28.G.VI.… | ||
| img169 | Requesting the recalibration of a Wraith III speedometer to suit new axle gears. | ||
| View original record | To B/Er. from HPS/WSC. HA/SC. G/Rh. Roy. Rm/RC. 6065 HPS/WSC.3/BA.1.4.38. O/52435. Wraith III Speedometer 28-G-VI. We hand you herewith 1 Speedometer No.U.898 from the above car, will you please… | ||
| img170 | Faulty A.C. speedometer which was returned damaged and needs to be sent back again. | ||
| View original record | 60113 To HPS. c. to RC/CAP. Rm/RC.9/JH.8.4.38. FAULTY A.C. SPEEDOMETER. We received on 26.3.38. a batch of six instruments from the A.C. Co. three speedometers and three rev-counters. On arrival at… | ||
| img171 | Damaged A.C. speedometer that needs to be returned and made operational. | ||
| View original record | To D/M. from HPS/WSC. [struck through text] [struck through text] c. to Rm/RC. 6065 ? [Handwritten] HPS/WSC.2/VS.12.4.38. RE A.C. SPEEDOMETERS. We are informed in Rm/RC.9/JH.8.4.38. that a batch of… | ||
| img172 | Noisy speedometer drives and the delayed implementation of a modification on the Phantom III experimental car. | ||
| View original record | CHILDS 6065. To Lks c. BY. c. Sg. c. Hs. c. Rn. c. W/LH. (JLE). BY/RD.4/B.14.4.38. RE: SPEEDOMETERS. With reference to memo' LAG/T.13.4.38. and the complaint of noisy speedometer drives; we agree that… | ||
| img173 | Modifications to the speedometer drive gears to correct an undercut issue. | ||
| View original record | CHILDS .../NS. C. Rm. 6065 DA.9/G.20.4.38. B.111 and B.50. SPEEDOMETER DRIVE. We have discovered that the 8 Tooth gear driving the speedometer was undercut. In order to avoid this it has been… | ||
| img174 | Speedometer recalibration for car 25.G.VI due to a rear axle change. | ||
| View original record | To HPS/WSC. c. to RC/CAP. 6051. Rm/RC.20/JH.3.5.38. A.T. SPEEDOMETER OFF 25.G.VI. Owing to the rear axle on the above car having been changed to 8/34, the speedometer calibration value will also need… | ||
| img175 | Requesting speedometer recalibration following a change in the rear axle ratio. | ||
| View original record | To HPS/WSC. c. to RC/CAP. 6051. Rm/RC.20/JH.6.5.38. A.T. SPEEDOMETER OFF 27.G.VI. The above car has been fitted with a rear axle of the new ratio of 8/34. Consequently the speedometer No.S.920… | ||
| img176 | Requesting the return of a faulty AC speedometer to the makers for a complete overhaul. | ||
| View original record | To Roy/MS. 6011 Rm/RC.3/JH. 1.6.38. re AC SPEEDOMETER. Will you please arrange for one AC speedometer to be returned to the makers (The A.C. Sphinx Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., Dunstable, Beds.) for a… | ||
| img177 | Letter to AC Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the failure of a speedometer during an endurance test. | ||
| View original record | boll EXPERIMENTAL DEPT. Rm/RC.2/JH. 1st. June, 1938. The AC Sphinx Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., Dunstable, BEDS. For the attention of Mr. Benion Brown. Dear Sirs, We are returning under separate cover one… | ||
| img178 | Requesting the return of a Wraith speedometer for recalibration due to a new rear axle ratio. | ||
| View original record | To HPS/WST. from Rm/RC. c. RC/CAP. 6065 Rm/RC.8/MH.16.6.38. RE WRAITH SPEEDOMETER. Will you please arrange for the return to the makers of a Wraith A.T. speedometer No.S.919 for alteration to suit the… | ||
| img179 | The re-calibration of a Wraith speedometer to suit a new rear axle ratio. | ||
| View original record | 605-1 To D/HP. from HPS/WSC. cr Hd/FC. cr Roy. c. Rm/RC. R Childs HPS/WSC.8/VS.17.6.38. O/52435. WRAITH SPEEDOMETER. We hand you herewith :- 1 A.T. Speedometer No.S.919. Will you please return same to… | ||
| img180 | Faulty A.T. rev-counter removed from car 7.B.V. | ||
| View original record | 6051 To Roy/MS. c.c. to RC/CAP. Rm/RC.11/JH.18.10.38. Faulty A.T. Rev Counter off car 7.B.V. The standard A.T. rev-counter No.X.155 has been removed from car 7.B.V. and handed to us with the complaint… | ||
| img181 | Request to despatch a speedometer for car 8.B.5 to France, calibrated for a 9:37 axle ratio. | ||
| View original record | 6065. To HPS. Rm/RC.18/JH.26.10.38. re Speedometer for 8.B.5. Will you please despatch to Hotel de France, Chateauroux Indre,France, one speedometer for fitting to the above car. The calibration has… | ||
| img182 | Request for a covering order for a speedometer for chassis 8.B.V. following a gearbox change. | ||
| View original record | 6051. To HPS. c. Rm/RC. BY/RD.3/B.27.10.38. Chassis 8.B.V. Will you please send a covering order to The A.T. Speedometer Co. for 1 - Speedometer DB.2017. This instrument has already been received… | ||
| img183 | Record of blueprints for a speedometer fitted to the instrument board of Chassis 8.B.V. | ||
| View original record | 6051 TO HPS. c. BY. c. Rm/RC. c. RHC/Wld. (O.P. Dept.) c. RHC/SS BY/RD.1/B.7.11.38. CHASSIS 8.B.V. Instrument Board. Section 7190. Please receive herewith, for record purposes, blueprints of… | ||
| img184 | Damaged speedometer from a Bentley car. | ||
| View original record | 6065- To Roy/Ms. c. to Rm/RC/CAP. Rm/RC.11/JH.9.12.38. DAMAGED SPEEDOMETER OFF BENTLEY CAR. Speedometer No.W.639, belonging to Bentley car 9.B.V. has been returned to us damaged, the trip-setting stem… | ||
| img185 | Instruction to despatch a speedometer for repair to A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | B/Atts c. to D/BR. c. to Rm/R.C. 6051. ROY/FS.1. 12th Dec. 1938. Please despatch carriage paid to:- Messrs. A.T.Speedometer Co.Ltd., North Circular Road, N.W.2. 1. Speedometer No.W.639 - for repairs… | ||
| img186 | The required speedometer calibration based on the effective circumference of new tyres. | ||
| View original record | To By/RD. 6065 Rm/RC.6/JH.15.12.38. We have now obtained the effective static circumference of the 16" x 7.0" tyres which are to be used on 2.B.50, and find that the effective circumference at 30… | ||
| img187 | Replacement of an unsatisfactory curved speedometer glass with a flat one for car 9.B.V. | ||
| View original record | also hood 6065 To Roy/Ms. c. to Rc/CAP. Rm/RC.19/JH.4.1.39. SPEEDOMETER OFF CAR 9.B.V. The curved glass in instruments has proved to be unsatisfactory, and will not be continued with. Will you… | ||
| img188 | Dispatch request for a speedometer to be fitted with flat glass for chassis 9-B-V. | ||
| View original record | 6051, G/Mt. c. to P/BP. c. to Rm/RC. ROY/FS.7. 5th Jan. 1939. Chassis 9-B-V. Please despatch carriage paid to:- Messrs. A.T.Speedometer Co.Ltd., North Circular Road, N.W.2. 1. Speedometer No.W.639 -… | ||
| img189 | New procedure for fitting speedometers to experimental cars by The A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/FD. Fm/RC. 6065- BY/RD.4/B.11.1.39. SPEEDOMETERS FOR EXPERIMENTAL CARS. Owing to last minute changes of Wheels, Tyres, Axle Ratio etc., all of which affect the speedometer ratio, the… | ||
| img190 | Internal memorandum regarding speedometer calibration and fitting for Bentley 11 & 12.B.V. instruments. | ||
| View original record | To Roy, from HPS/WSC. HPS/WSC.15/BA.3.5.39. 0/52440. Bentley 11 & 12.B.V. Instruments. Further to HPS/WSC.7/BA.3.4.39 instructing for 2 speedometers similar to DB.2123 with the exception of the… | ||
| img191 | Request to recalibrate the speedometer and check the hodometer for car 3.B.50 due to a change in the rear axle ratio. | ||
| View original record | To HPS/WSC. c. to Rm/RC/CAP. 6065 Rm/RC.5/JH.6.5.39. SPEEDOMETER OFF CAR 3.B.50. Owing to the rear axle on car 3.B.50. being changed from a temporary one with a ratio of 9/37 to the proper one with a… | ||
| img192 | Requesting the recalibration of a speedometer for a Bentley Car 3.B.50 due to a change in the rear axle ratio. | ||
| View original record | 6065 To D/S?. from HPS/WSC. Rm/RC. HPS/WSC.18/Bl.9.5.39. 0/52440. Bentley Car 3.B.50. We hand you herewith :- 1 Speedometer removed from the above chassis. This has been calibrated for 9 x 37 rear… | ||
| img193 | Confirming the delivery of eight 8ft. Speedometer and Revolution Counter Drives. | ||
| View original record | BY/RD. c. IPS. c. Rm/RC. c. Rm/RD. 6065 Roy/AW.15/TB. 10. 5. 39. Speedometer and Revolution Counter Drives. The eight 8.ft. Drives requisitioned in your memo ' BY/RD.7/B. 1.5.39., have now been… | ||
| img194 | New speedometer specifications for the Bentley V model. | ||
| View original record | 6065 To Rm/RC. c. L.A. BY/RD.4/B.24.5.39. Re: SPEEDOMETERS. Herewith Specification Nos: EL.8/8., EL.8/8A. EL.8/8B. EL.8/8C. for Bentley V. Will you please note that in future commencing with Bentley… | ||
| img195 | Speedometer calibration specifications for Bentley vehicles with different axle ratios. | ||
| View original record | 24.5.39 SPECS. EL.8/8, EL.8/8A, EL.8/8B, EL.8/8C. Bentley. The scale to be set out as hereunder :- True Speed. (m.p.h.) Indicated Speed. (m.p.h.) 10 10 - 12 20 20 - 22 30 30 - 32 40 40.5 - 42.5 50 51… | ||
| img196 | Confirming the arrangement to calibrate speedometer dials for various chassis series. | ||
| View original record | CHILDS What was request BY/HD. c. Rm. BY/Mtn/N.25.5.39. 6665 requested that the margin of error should be the same on all cars. Speedometer Readings. and that the limits would be tightened up. R m /… | ||
| img197 | Request for tyre data in order to place an order for a speedometer for car 4.B.50. | ||
| View original record | 6065 To Rm/FD. c.to By/RD. Rm/RO.4/JH.7.6.39. SPEEDOMETER FOR CAR 4.B.50. In order to have the speedometer for4.B.50. available, when required for fitting on the car, we should like the order for this… | ||
| img198 | Requesting the recalibration of a speedometer for car 11.B.V due to a rear axle ratio change. | ||
| View original record | 6065 To HPS/WSC. c. to RM/RC/CAP. Rm/RC.9/JH.9.6.39. Speedometer On Car 11.B.V. Owing to a change in the rear axle on car 11.B.V. resulting in the ratio being altered from 10/41 to 11/41 the… | ||
| img199 | Request to forward a speedometer to suppliers for recalibration due to a rear axle change. | ||
| View original record | To Bex, from HPS/WSC. Rm/RC. 6065- EAP HPS/WSC.22/BA.13.6.39. O/52440. Speedometer - 11.B.V.Chassis. We hand you herewith the speedometer removed from the above car. Will you please forward same to… | ||
| img200 | Urgent request for speedometer recalibration and a new dial due to a changed rear axle ratio on car 30.G.VII. | ||
| View original record | PS/WSC. .. to Rm/RC/CAP. 6065 Rm/RC.8/JH.15.6.39. SPEEDOMETER FOR CAR 30.G.VII. The rear axle ratio on car 30.G.VII, has been altered from 9/37 to 11/41, necessitating the re-calibration of the… | ||
| img201 | Clarifying the specification number for 'D' Series Wraith speedometers. | ||
| View original record | 6065 To Ld Rm/RC. BY/RD.4/B.15.6.39. Re: WRAITH SPEEDOMETERS. Referring to our memo' and attached Specification - BY/RD.1/B.15.6.39., will you please note that the Number of the Specification is… | ||
| img202 | Notification for a new Test Specification for Wraith III 'D' Series speedometers. | ||
| View original record | Rm/RC. BY/RD.1/B.15.6.39. WRAITH III SPEEDOMETERS : "D" SERIES - 100 SETS. Owing to the decision to reduce the "flatter" on all our Speedometer Dials, it is necessary to issue a new Test Specification… | ||
| img203 | Specification for Wraith III speedometers, detailing scale calibration and testing parameters. | ||
| View original record | Specification EL.8/9. 15.6.39. WRAITH III SPEEDOMETERS. The scale to be set out as hereunder :- True Speed. (m.p.h.). 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 Indicated Speed. (m.p.h.). 10 - 12 20 - 22 30 - 32 40.5… | ||
| img204 | Urgent memo requesting the speedometer recalibration for car 14.B.V. due to a rear axle ratio change. | ||
| View original record | 6065 VERY URGENT. To HPS/WSC. c. to Rm/IMW. c. to Rm/RC/CAF. Rm/RC.5/JH.29.6.39. Speedometer for car 14.B.V. It has been decided that the rear axle on 14.B.V. which has a ratio of 12/41 shall be… | ||
| img205 | Damaged speedometer to be sent to the makers for repair. | ||
| View original record | 6065 To HPS/WSC. c. to Rm/RC/CAP. DAMAGED SPEEDOMETER. Speedometer No.M.838 has been removed from a car on account of being damaged, the spindle for setting the trip-mileage indicator apparently… | ||
| img206 | The dispatch of a replacement speedometer for a car undergoing testing in France. | ||
| View original record | 6065 RC To [redacted] from HPS/WSC. Rm/RC. HPS/WSC.11/BA.18.7.39. O/52511. Re: Testing in France.14.B.V. Please forward to Mr.I.M.Waller, c/o Hotel-de-France, Chateauroux, Indre, France per Air Mail,… | ||
| img207 | Speedometer change for car 14.B.V. due to a modified axle ratio. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/IMW. from HPS/WSC. c. Rm/RC. 6065 HPS/WSC.1/BA.1.9.39. 14.B.V. - Speedometer. We have changed the axle ratio on the above car to 10 x 41. This means that the Speedometer will require changing.… | ||
| img208 | Requesting the recalibration of speedometers for two experimental cars due to changes in their rear axle ratios. | ||
| View original record | 6065 To Les. c. to Rm/RC/CAP. Rm/RC.6/JH.27.11.39. re calibration of speedometers for cars 1.R.1 and 4.B.50. Owing to changes in the rear axle ratios, the speedometers, belonging to two experimental… | ||
| img209 | Arranging for the return of three speedometer drives to the A.T. Speedometer Co. | ||
| View original record | To Les. c. to Rm/RC/CAP. Rm/RC.4/JH.7.12.39. Will you please arrange for three speedometer drives to be returned to the A.T. Speedometer Co. Two of these are to be cut to length as per drg. DB.2153.… | ||
| img210 | Instruction to arrange for the return of three speedometer drives to the A.T. Speedometer Co. | ||
| View original record | To Les. c. to Rm/RC/CAP. Rm/RC.4/JH.7.12.39. Will you please arrange for three speedometer drives to be returned to the A.T. Speedometer Co. Two of these are to be cut to length as per drg. DB.2153.… | ||
| img211 | Letter to A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. about a faulty speedometer drive cable causing pointer oscillation. | ||
| View original record | 6065 Rm/RC.5/JH. 7th. December, 1939. A.T. Speedometer Co.Ltd., Chronos Works, North Circular Road, LONDON.N.W.2. For the attention of Mr. Arrowsmith. Dear Sirs, We have received from our road test… | ||
| img212 | Correspondence requesting examination of a drive and the manufacture of a new eight-foot length to drawing DB.2155. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/RC.5/JH. 7th. December, 1939. As we are anxious to get this matter right, we are sending the drive in question to you and we would be glad if you would examine it and let us have your comments.… | ||
| img213 | Letter requesting a sample of right-angle fitments for a rev counter drive, referencing an enclosed drawing. | ||
| View original record | Alec. Rm.5/WH. 13th. December, 1939. C.W.Nichols, Esq., Messrs. S.Smith & Sons Ltd., Cricklewood Works, LONDON, N.W.2. Dear Nichols, Herewith a drawing of a rev counter drive. PL. 69. I believe that… | ||
| img214 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons to W.A. Robotham confirming a suitable 'drive' is in stock and being sent. | ||
| View original record | 105 Elec. CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (40 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON. S. Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd CRICKLEWOOD WORKS… | ||
| img215 | The return of three speedometer drives to the A.T. Speedometer Co. | ||
| View original record | 6065 To Les. c. to Rm/RC/CAP. Rm/RC.4/JH.7.12.39. Will you please arrange for three speedometer drives to be returned to the A.T. Speedometer Co. Two of these are to be cut to length as per drg.… | ||
| img216 | Faulty speedometer for car 4.B.50, requesting its return for correction after a failed re-calibration. | ||
| View original record | 6065 To Les. c. to G/JWH. Rm/RC.5/JH.20.12.39. Speedometer for car 4.B.50. A few days ago we received from the makers, speedometer no. Y.700, which had been sent to them to be re-calibrated. We now… | ||
| img217 | Request to A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. for a sample instrument incorporating a new indirect lighting scheme. | ||
| View original record | 6135 Rm/RC.1/BA. 9th January, 1940. A.T.Speedometer Co.Ltd. North Circular Road, LONDON.N.W.2. Dear Sir, For the attention of Mr. Buckland. We were in conversation with Mr. Thacker of Messrs. Lucas… | ||
| img218 | Letter from A.T. Speedometer Co., Ltd. arranging to submit a sample instrument panel for examination and comment. | ||
| View original record | A.T. SPEEDOMETER CO., LTD. CHRONOS WORKS, NORTH CIRCULAR ROAD, LONDON, N.W.2. DIRECTORS: W. HENDERSON-CLELAND. Sir ALLAN GORDON-SMITH, D.L. RALPH GORDON SMITH. H. R. BUCKLAND. INSTRUMENT SPECIALISTS.… | ||
| img219 | Specifying the details for a speedometer required for car 31.G.VII. | ||
| View original record | Elec. 6065 To Les. from Rm/RC. c. to G/JWH. Rm/RC.9/JH.15.1.40. Speedometer for car 31.G.VII. We are now able to supply you with the details of the speedometer required for car 31.G.VII. necessary to… | ||
| img220 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding a replacement electric clock and new instrument samples. | ||
| View original record | 105 Elec. 6026 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (40 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON. CABLES: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON. CODES: MARCONI, COMMERCIAL,… | ||
| img221 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons discussing the performance of an electric clock and a new series of instruments. | ||
| View original record | 105 Elec. 6026 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY BY APPOINTMENT TO THE LATE KING GEORGE V S. Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd CRICKLEWOOD WORKS, LONDON, N.W.2 TELEPHONE:… | ||
| img222 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons arranging a visit from Mr. Grose to discuss a heater. | ||
| View original record | RP 81 S. SMITH & SONS (Motor Accessories) LTD. CRICKLEWOOD WORKS, LONDON, N.W.2. CONTINUATION NO. 1 Heater. I have asked Mr. Grose to visit you in the near future in order to ascertain your views.… | ||
| img223 | Letter from A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. regarding a complaint about electric clocks gaining time and a new lighting scheme for instruments. | ||
| View original record | A.T. SPEEDOMETER CO., LTD. CHRONOS WORKS, NORTH CIRCULAR ROAD, LONDON, N.W.2. DIRECTORS: W. HENDERSON-CLELAND. Sir ALLAN GORDON-SMITH, D.L. RALPH GORDON SMITH. H. R. BUCKLAND. INSTRUMENT SPECIALISTS.… | ||
| img224 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding a loose broken screw found inside a revolution counter. | ||
| View original record | Miss Rees. 6026 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY S. Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd CRICKLEWOOD WORKS LONDON, N.W. 2 SALES DIRECTOR'S OFFICE. Please quote our reference: S.1.… | ||
| img225 | Letter to A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. regarding the return of an 8 ft. drive for modification. | ||
| View original record | Glee. Rm/Rc.9/DT. Your ref. AFA/LAH. 23rd February 1940. The A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd., Chronos Works, North Circular Road, LONDON. N.W.2. For the attention of Mr. A.F. Arrowsmith. Dear Sirs, We thank… | ||
| img226 | Request to return an 8 ft. DRIVE to A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. for modification of the end fittings. | ||
| View original record | Elec 6065 Les. Rm/Rc.7/DT.23.2.40. Will you please return to The A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd., one - 8 ft. DRIVE. This will be supplied from the Laboratory. We are returning this drive to enable them to… | ||
| img227 | Despatch note for an 8 ft. flexible drive to be sent to the A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. for modification. | ||
| View original record | c. to Rm/RC. 6065 Les/FS.1/P.24.2.40. Please despatch - carriage paid - to The A.T.Speedometer Co.Ltd., North Circular Road, London, N.W.2. marked "For the attention of Mr. Arrowsmith" :- 1. 8 ft.… | ||
| img228 | Letter to A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. chasing the delivery of instruments with M.G. type interior lighting. | ||
| View original record | Elec 6135 Rm.2/ML. 5.3.40. - Nicholls, Esq., A.T.Speedometer Co.Ltd., Chronos Works, North Circular Road, London. N.W.2. Dear Nicholls, In his letter of February 2nd. Mr. Arrowsmith said that he was… | ||
| img229 | Noise made by the rev-counter drives on experimental cars, requesting a report on the permanence of a proposed cure. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/EC. from Rm. c. Rm/FD. Rm.4/MH.15.3.40. I am concerned at the noise made by the rev-counter drives on the experimental cars I have recently been driving. I mentioned the matter to Smith's when I… | ||
| img230 | Noise from rev-counter drives on experimental cars, particularly in cold weather. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/EC. from Rm. & Rm/FD. Elec. 6065 Rm.4/MH.15.3.40. I am concerned at the noise made by the rev-counter drives on the experimental cars I have recently been driving. I mentioned the matter to… | ||
| img231 | Correspondence from S. Smith & Sons regarding a failed speedometer trip recorder and the performance of electric clocks. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: 105 Handwritten: 6065 Elect. CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (40 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON. BRANCHES AT PARIS MILAN SYDNEY… | ||
| img232 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd to W.A. Robotham inquiring about a missing instrument. | ||
| View original record | 105 Elect. 6065 F. Dodd Trial which failed Where is the Speedo R [Letterhead] THE ENGINEERING AND ALLIED EMPLOYERS' NATIONAL FEDERATION CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY BY… | ||
| img233 | Alteration to a Speedo Drive, replacing a cover spring valve to prevent the unit from moving. | ||
| View original record | elec File 6065 TS RH 133 RG 9.4.40 SENIOR RANGE SPEEDO DRIVE SEC 6035 RG 500 SPEEDO DRIVE L O D ALTERATION G.B. 3563 COVER SPRING VALVE. REPLACED BY G.B. 5345 REASON TO PREVENT UNIT MOVING OUT OF… | ||
| img234 | Request to remove a noisy and erratic speedometer and drive from car 1-R-1 for laboratory testing. | ||
| View original record | 6065 To HPS/RH. c. RC/CAP. Rm/RC.1/SW.9.4.40 Speedometer & Drive on Car 1-R-1 The speedometer and drive on the above car are reported to be noisy and erratic. Would you, therefore kindly have them… | ||
| img235 | Requesting the removal of a noisy and erratic speedometer and drive from car 1-R-1 for examination. | ||
| View original record | Rc 6065 To HPS/RH. c. RC/CAP. Rm/RC.1/SW.9.4.40 Speedometer & Drive on Car 1-R-1 -------- The speedometer and drive on the above car are reported to be noisy and erratic. Would you, therefore kindly… | ||
| img236 | Requesting the return of a speedometer to the A.T. Speedometer Co., Ltd. | ||
| View original record | TO. HPS/RH. [Crossed out text: S. Rm/RC/GPP.] Rm/RC.1/SW.16.4.40. Speedometer (11-B-V) Will you please arrange for Speedometer No.Z.617, (Calibration 660) to be returned to the A.T. Speedometer Co.,… | ||
| img237 | Despatching a speedometer for examination to A.T. Speedometer Co., Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 6065 To B/Bf. from HPS/CP. c. Hd/FC. c. O/FFS. c. Rm/RC. HPS/CP.1/SW.16.4.40. O/52444. We hand you herewith :- 1 Speedometer No. Z.617 (Calibration 660) Will you please despatch this to-day certain to… | ||
| img238 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding a failed instrument due to the fracture of two trip star teeth. | ||
| View original record | 105 6065 File. R/A Church Please note Rm elec? CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY S. SMITH & SONS (Motor Accessories) Ltd CRICKLEWOOD WORKS, LONDON, N.W.2 SALES DIRECTOR'S OFFICE… | ||
| img239 | Correspondence with A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. regarding speedometer drives and faulty cables. | ||
| View original record | File Speedometers 6065 Experimental Department. Rm/RC.13/JS.29.4.40. 29.4.40. Messrs. A. T. Speedometer Co. Ltd., Chronos Works, North Circular Road, LONDON. N.W.2. For the attention of Mr. A. F.… | ||
| img240 | Letter to A. T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. concerning type drives, faulty cables, and drive ends. | ||
| View original record | elec? 6065 Experimental Department. Rm/RC.13/JS.29.4.40. 29.4.40. Messrs. A. T. Speedometer Co. Ltd., Chronos Works, North Circular Road, LONDON, N.W.2. For the attention of Mr. A. F. Arrowsmith. Dear… | ||
| img241 | Letter from A.T. Speedometer Co., Ltd. arranging a meeting. | ||
| View original record | Elect: file 6065- A.T. SPEEDOMETER CO., LTD. CHRONOS WORKS, NORTH CIRCULAR ROAD, LONDON, N.W.2. DIRECTORS: W. HENDERSON-CLELAND. Sir ALLAN GORDON-SMITH, D.L RALPH GORDON-SMITH. H. R. BUCKLAND. YOUR… | ||
| img242 | Request to modify speedometer No. X.635 for use in a Bentley car. | ||
| View original record | 6065 To HPS/RH. from Rm/RC. Modification of Speedometer No. X.635. We wish to have speedometer No. X.635, calibration 730 revs/mile, made suitable for a Bentley car. Will you, therefore, please have… | ||
| img243 | Failure of a speedometer's trip mileage mechanism on car 8.B.V. and arranging its return. | ||
| View original record | HPS/RH. from Rm/RC. 6065 Elec Rm/RC.1/M.14.5.40. FAILURE OF SPEEDOMETER ON CAR 8.B.V. The speedometer on the above car No: Y.78, calibration 728 rev/mile, has failed. The fault appears to lie in the… | ||
| img244 | The failure of a speedometer on car 8.B.V. and arranging for its return for repair. | ||
| View original record | File 6065 HPS/RH. from Rm/RC. Rm/RC.1/ML.14.5.40. FAILURE OF SPEEDOMETER ON CAR 8.B.V. The speedometer on the above car No: Y.78, calibration 728 rev/mile, has failed. The fault appears to lie in the… | ||
| img245 | The return of a speedometer for examination and correction. | ||
| View original record | File 6065 To D/BH. from HPS/CP. c. H/Hs. c. G/Lt. c. Rm/RC: HPS/CP.2/SW.14.5.40. 0/52444 We hand you herewith :- 1 - Speedometer No. Y.78 (Calibration 728 miles) Will you please despatch same to-day… | ||
| img246 | Request to modify speedometer No. X.635 for use in a Bentley car. | ||
| View original record | J. Elec. 6065 To HPS/RH. from Rm/RC. Rm/RC.12/JMc.14.5.40. Modification of Speedometer No. X.635. We wish to have speedometer No. X.635, calibration 730 revs/mile, made suitable for a Bentley car.… | ||
| img247 | Letter to A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. regarding a failed trip mechanism and fluctuating special drive. | ||
| View original record | 6065 Experimental Dept. Rm/RC.9/JMe. 15th May, 1940. A.T. Speedometer Co., Ltd., Chronos Works, North Circular Road, LONDON, N.W.2. FOR THE ATTENTION OF MR. ARROWSMITH. Dear Sirs, We are sending,… | ||
| img248 | Letter to A.T. Speedometer Co., Ltd. regarding failing speedometers on experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | File Elcien 60b5 Experimental Dept. Rm/RC.5/JMc. 15th May, 1940. A.T.Speedometer Co., Ltd., Chronos Works, North Circular Road, LONDON, N.W.2. FOR THE ATTENTION OF MR. ARROWSMITH. Dear Sirs, We are… | ||
| img249 | Despatch note for a speedometer being returned for overhaul and adjustment. | ||
| View original record | X 635 Please make suitable for a Bentley car. 110 miles per hr scale R.P. mile 730 6065 To D/BP. from HPS/CP. c. Hd/PC. c. G/Rb. d. Rm/RC. HPS/CP.3/SW.17.5.40. O/52444. We hand you herewith :- 1… | ||
| img250 | Letter to A.R. Speedometer Co. Ltd. regarding the overhaul, adjustment, and recalibration of speedometer No. X.635. | ||
| View original record | Rm/RC.1/ML. 20.5.40. 6065 Elec A.R.Speedometer Co.Ltd., Chronos Works, North Circular Road, London.N.W.2. Dear Sirs, for the attention of Mr. Arrowsmith. We are returning, under separate cover, a… | ||
| img251 | Letter from A.T. Speedometer Co. regarding a repaired instrument and the preparation of new sample cables. | ||
| View original record | A.T. SPEEDOMETER CO., LTD. CHRONOS WORKS, NORTH CIRCULAR ROAD, LONDON, N.W.2. DIRECTORS: W. HENDERSON-CLELAND. Sir ALLAN GORDON-SMITH, D.L. RALPH GORDON SMITH. H. R. BUCKLAND. INSTRUMENT SPECIALISTS.… | ||
| img252 | Letter from A.T. Speedometer Co., Ltd. arranging a business visit with Mr. Robotham. | ||
| View original record | A.T. SPEEDOMETER CO., LTD. CHRONOS WORKS, NORTH CIRCULAR ROAD, LONDON, N.W.2. DIRECTORS: W. HENDERSON-CLELAND. Sir ALLAN GORDON-SMITH, D.L. RALPH GORDON SMITH. H. R. BUCKLAND. INSTRUMENT SPECIALISTS.… | ||
| img253 | Fault report and repair request for a speedometer that sticks at 30 m.p.h. | ||
| View original record | To Les. from Rm/RC. C. tmtLen/RC/CAP. Speedometer of Car 2.B.50. Speedometer No.W.638, calibration 700 revs. per mile, belonging to car 2.B.50, has been handed to us with the complaint that the… | ||
| img254 | Providing particulars of the internal components for a speedometer and petrol gauge produced by Smith's. | ||
| View original record | Ev. from Rm. Date............... 6065 Rm.9/ML.22.6.40.A ..................Chassis No................... Herewith particulars of the "innards" of the speedometer and petrol gauge as at present being… | ||
| img255 | Drawing of the latest speedometer dimensions for a new instrument board. | ||
| View original record | Copy Ev. from Rm. 6065 Rm.5/ML.27.6.40. Despatch to : Mr. C. Wallis I sent you this drawing so that if John Draper was doing the new instrument board he would see the dimensions of the latest… | ||
| img256 | Letter to A.T. Speedometer Co. regarding a faulty ATF 14 drive and arranging a visit to discuss improvements. | ||
| View original record | 6134 Experimental Dept. Rm/RC.2/JM.6.5.40. 6th May, 1940. A.T.Speedometer Co., Ltd., Chronos Works, North Circular Road, LONDON, N.W.2. For the attention of Mr. Arrowsmith. Dear Sir, We have now… | ||
| img257 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding a trip failure on an A.T. instrument. | ||
| View original record | S. SMITH & SONS (MOTOR ACCESSORIES) LTD. Cables: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON Codes: MARCONI, COMMERCIAL BENTLEY'S CRICKLEWOOD WORKS EDGWARE ROAD LONDON, N.W.2 Telephone: GLADSTONE 3333 Telegrams: SPEEDOFAC,… | ||
| img258 | The investigation of faults, such as oscillation and noise, in speedometer drive cables. | ||
| View original record | SPEEDOMETER DRIVES. Since changing over from the large diameter drive to the small one, we have had numerous grumbles due to oscillation of the instrument pointer, the cause of which is lack of… | ||
| img259 | Evaluation of different diameter drive cables, concluding with a recommendation to use the older, more reliable type. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. - 2 - Rm/RC.1/ML.6.9.40. At the moment it is questionable whether the present standard cable of 0.170 ins. diameter can be made sufficiently torsionally rigid and lasting enough, to merit it's… | ||
| img260 | Notification about returning a faulty speedometer for examination and repair. | ||
| View original record | Hd/FC. from Rm/RC. Rm/RC.2/ML.6.9.40. We are sending into Stores today for despatch to Messrs S.Smith & Son Ltd., Cricklewood Works, Edgware Road, London.N.W.2. Speedometer No: Z.183. This is covered… | ||
| img261 | Letter to a supplier regarding persistent speedometer trip failures and proposing replacement with improved units. | ||
| View original record | 1143 Inst's General or In Child's File. 2nd Drawer Rm.6/ML. 6.9.40. C.W.Nicholls,Esq., Messrs S.Smith & Sons Ltd., Edgware Road, LONDON.N.W.2. Dear Nicholls, I am sending you under separate cover,… | ||
| img262 | Investigation into speedometer drive cable noise and instrument pointer oscillation. | ||
| View original record | Rm/RC.1/m.6.9.40. SPEEDOMETER DRIVES. Since changing over from the large diameter drive to the small one, we have had numerous grumbles due to oscillation of the instrument pointer, the cause of which… | ||
| img263 | Report comparing the performance of different diameter drive cables and a new asbestos-lined type, focusing on oscillation issues. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. - 2 - Rm/RC.1/ML.6.9.40. At the moment it is questionable whether the present standard cable of 0.170 ins. diameter can be made sufficiently torsionally rigid and lasting enough, to merit it's… | ||
| img264 | Return of a faulty speedometer to S. Smith & Son Ltd. for examination and repair. | ||
| View original record | Hd/Fe. from Rm/RC. Rm/RC.2/ML.6.9.40. We are sending into Stores today for despatch to Messrs S.Smith & Son Ltd., Cricklewood Works, Edgware Road, London.N.W.2. Speedometer No: 2.183. This is covered… | ||
| img265 | Inter-house memorandum concerning the examination of a faulty speedometer. | ||
| View original record | MEMORANDUM FOR INTER-HOUSE CORRESPONDENCE ONLY. RP 492. SMITH'S AIRCRAFT INSTRUMENTS. CRICKLEWOOD WORKS, LONDON, N.W.2. To. MR. NICHOLS. Copies to Mr. Buckland. Mr. Dorer. Mr. Arrowsmith. Date 10th… | ||
| img266 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding a faulty speedometer on a specific chassis. | ||
| View original record | S. SMITH & SONS (MOTOR ACCESSORIES) LTD. Cables: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON Codes: MARCONI, COMMERCIAL BENTLEY'S CRICKLEWOOD WORKS EDGWARE ROAD LONDON. N.W.2 Telephone: GLADSTONE 3333 Telegrams: SPEEDOFAC,… | ||
| img267 | Letter to S. Smith & Sons Ltd concerning speedometer failures, flexible drive issues, and deferring a visit. | ||
| View original record | hm3/Dn 15th Septr 1940. C. W. Nichols, Esq., Messrs S. SMITH & SONS LTD, Cricklewood Works, Edgware Road, L O N D O N. N.W.2. Dear Mr Nichols, Speedometers. Thank you for your letter of the 12th… | ||
| img268 | Letter to a supplier discussing failures in speedometers and flexible shafting, and arranging for new parts for testing. | ||
| View original record | RmB/Dn 15th Septr 1940. C. W. Nichols, Esq., Messrs S. SMITH & SONS LTD, Cricklewood Works, Edgware Road, L O N D O N. N.W.2 Dear Mr Nichols, Speedometers. Thank you for your letter of the 12th… | ||
| img269 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding an A.T. Speedometer under investigation. | ||
| View original record | S. SMITH & SONS (MOTOR ACCESSORIES) LTD. Cables: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON Codes: MARCONI, COMMERCIAL BENTLEY'S CRICKLEWOOD WORKS EDGWARE ROAD LONDON, N.W.2 Telephone: GLADSTONE 3333 Telegrams: SPEEDOFAC,… | ||
| img270 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding the modification of speedometers for blackout conditions. | ||
| View original record | 105 2nd Drawer TIN CABINET Electrical CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (40 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON. CABLES: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON. CODES:… | ||
| img271 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding flexible shafting and speedometer experiments. | ||
| View original record | RP E. S. SMITH & SONS (Motor Accessories) LTD. CRICKLEWOOD WORKS, LONDON, N.W.2. CONTINUATION NO -1. Flexible Shafting. We can arrange to make up any material you may require. In view of your… | ||
| img273 | Letter to A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. regarding the recalibration of speedometers for experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | Rm/EC.6/ET. 19th September 1940. A.T. SPEEDOMETER Co. Ltd., Chronos Works, North Circular Road, LONDON, N.W.2. Attention of Mr. ARROWSMITH. Dear Sirs, With reference to the recent correspondence… | ||
| img274 | Despatch of three A.T. speedometers for recalibration. | ||
| View original record | RESERVED OVER STEEL CABINET WORKS FILES To HD/PC. from Rm/RC. Rm/RC.7/ET.19.9.40 Re A.T. SPEEDOMETERS. ------------------ We are sending into the Stores today, for despatch to the A.T. Speedometer Co.… | ||
| img275 | Letter to S. Smith & Sons Ltd. regarding the luminising of speedometers and specifications for flex lengths. | ||
| View original record | Rm.3/ML. 23.9.40. C.W.Nicholls,Esq., Messrs S.Smith & Sons.Ltd., Cricklewood Works, Edgware Road, LONDON.N.W.2. Dear Nicholls, With regard to your letter of the 18th. September. SPEEDOMETERS. By all… | ||
| img276 | Letter from A.T. Speedometer Co., Ltd. regarding the conversion of three instruments for use on a Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | A.T. SPEEDOMETER Co., LTD. Chronos Works, NORTH CIRCULAR ROAD, LONDON, N.W.2. Directors: W. Henderson-Cleland. Sir Allan Gordon-Smith. D.L. Ralph Gordon-Smith. H. R. Buckland. Instrument Specialists… | ||
| img277 | Letter regarding the sending of three speedometers for recalibration and alteration of the mileage recorder. | ||
| View original record | Rm/RC.17/LT. 4th October 1940. A.T. SPEEDOMETER Co., Ltd., Chronos Works, North Circular Road, L O N D O N N.W. 2. Attention of Mr. Arrowsmith. Dear Sirs, Further to our letter of the 19th September… | ||
| img278 | Letter from A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. confirming the dispatch of six heavier-type flexibles for speedometers. | ||
| View original record | A.T. SPEEDOMETER Co., LTD. Chronos Works, NORTH CIRCULAR ROAD, LONDON, N.W.2. Instrument Specialists Directors: W. Henderson-Cleland. Sir Allan Gordon-Smith, D.L. Ralph Gordon-Smith. H. R. Buckland.… | ||
| img279 | Dispatch of three speedometers to A.T. Speedometer Co. for re-calibration. | ||
| View original record | 2nd Memo To Hd/FC. from Rm/RC. Re: Speedometers. We are sending into the Stores today three speedometers for dispatch to the A.T. Speedometer Co., Ltd., Chronos Works, North Circular Road, London N.W.… | ||
| img280 | Letter to A.T. Speedometer Co., Ltd. regarding the dispatch of three speedometers for recalibration and alteration. | ||
| View original record | RC'S FILES 2nd Hand Rm/RC.17/ET. 4th October 1940. A.T. SPEEDOMETER Co., Ltd., Cronos Works, North Circular Road, LONDON N.W. 2. Attention of Mr. Arrowsmith. Dear Sirs, Further to our letter of the… | ||
| img281 | Letter to A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. requesting a modification to six speedometers, changing the marking from 700 to 650 revs/mile. | ||
| View original record | AT SPEEDOMETERS 2ND DRAWER RCS FILES Rm/RC.14/ET. 14th October, 1940. A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd., Chronos Works, North Circular Road, L O N D O N N.W. 2. For the attention of Mr. Arrowsmith. Dear Sirs,… | ||
| img282 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons discussing the luminising of speedometers and the supply of flexes. | ||
| View original record | S. SMITH & SONS (MOTOR ACCESSORIES) LTD. Cables: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON Codes: MARCONI, COMMERCIAL BENTLEY'S CRICKLEWOOD WORKS EDGWARE ROAD LONDON, N.W.2 Telephone: GLADSTONE 3333 Telegrams: SPEEDOFAC,… | ||
| img283 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding a miscommunication over flex length requirements and the dispatch of instruments. | ||
| View original record | R.C'S FILES 2ND DRAWER S. SMITH & SONS (MOTOR ACCESSORIES) LTD. Cables: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON Codes: MARCONI, COMMERCIAL BENTLEY'S CRICKLEWOOD WORKS EDGWARE ROAD LONDON, N.W.2 Telephone: GLADSTONE 3333… | ||
| img284 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons to W.A. Robotham regarding an instruction to cease supply of cheaper type flex and the resulting outstanding stock. | ||
| View original record | S. SMITH & SONS (MOTOR ACCESSORIES) LTD. Cables: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON Codes: MARCONI, COMMERCIAL, BENTLEY'S CRICKLEWOOD WORKS EDGWARE ROAD LONDON, N.W.2 Telephone: GLADSTONE 3333 Telegrams: SPEEDOFAC,… | ||
| img285 | Short typed letter suggesting a light cable contract be passed to a less discriminating manufacturer. | ||
| View original record | Rm.10/MD. 9.10.40. C.W.Nicholls,Esq., S.Smith & Sons. Ltd., Cricklewood Works, Edgware Road, LONDON.N.W.2. Dear Nicholls, The A.T. people seem to be fundamentally unfortunate with their dealings with… | ||
| img286 | New scheme for a servo and transmission shaft extension for the Junior Gearbox. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c. to Rm/HH. c. to Ev. c. to Rm/RC. [Handwritten] Rm/RC. Please arrange. [Handwritten] Ev/Tln.4/JH.5.11.40. [Signature] PL.381 SERVO & TRANSMISSION SHAFT EXTENSION. JUNIOR GEARBOX. We have… | ||
| img287 | Letter of inquiry about obtaining speedometers with an anti-clockwise pointer movement. | ||
| View original record | 6065 Rm/RC.7/ET. 6th November, 1940. A.T. SPEEDOMETER Co., Ltd., Chronos Works, North Circular Road, LONDON N.W. 2. For the attention of Mr. Arrowsmith. Dear Sirs, Our Project Office have made… | ||
| img288 | Letter from A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd confirming that speedometers can be supplied with anticlockwise rotation at no extra cost. | ||
| View original record | A.T. SPEEDOMETER Co., LTD. Chronos Works, NORTH CIRCULAR ROAD, LONDON, N.W.2. Telephone: GLADSTONE 1136 (5 lines) Telegrams: AYTESPEEDO, PHONE LONDON. Directors: W. Henderson-Cleland. Sir Allan… | ||
| img289 | Recommendations for a fifth wheel speedometer. | ||
| View original record | To Rm from Rm/GB. R H Hyman Please have this Completed. Rm tire Speedometer 6065 Completed. Y Goad 26-11-40 5th Wheel Speedometer. As requested, here are recommendations for a fifth wheel speedometer.… | ||
| img290 | Dispatch of speedometer No.0195 for re-calibration. | ||
| View original record | To Hd/EC. from Rm/RC. Rm/EC.4/ET.17.11.40. RE SPEEDOMETER We are sending into the Stores today Speedometer No.0195, for dispatch to the A.T. SPEEDOMETER Co. Ltd., Chronos Works, North Circular Road,… | ||
| img291 | Letter to A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. requesting the overhaul and recalibration of a speedometer for a test rig. | ||
| View original record | Rm/EC.2/ET. 17th November, 1940. A.T. SPEEDOMETER Co. Ltd., Chronos Works, North Circular Road, LONDON N.W. 2. Attention of Mr. Arrowsmith. Dear Sirs, We are sending, under separate cover, an old type… | ||
| img292 | Confirmation that no extra cost will be incurred for an anti-clockwise rotation speedometer. | ||
| View original record | To Ev. from Rm/RC. Copy to Ev/Tln. Rm/HH. Rm/RC.2/JT.18.11.40. Re: SPEEDOMETER. ---------- With reference to your Ev/Tln.4/JH.5.11.40, we are informed by Mr. Arrowsmith of the A.T. Speedometer Co.,… | ||
| img293 | Requesting a covering order for a flexible drive and speedometer overhaul. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. From Rm/RC. Rm/RC.1/ET.19.11.40. Will you please arrange for a covering order to be issued to the A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd., for the following:- 1. 15 ft. length flexible drive to this part… | ||
| img294 | Letter to A.T. Speedometer Co. enquiring about the expense of reversing a speedometer drive. | ||
| View original record | E.lec. 26th November, 1940. Rm/RC.9/ET. A.T. Speedometer Co., Ltd., Chronos Works, North Circular Road, LONDON N.W. 2. Attention of Mr. Arrowsmith. Dear Sir, With reference to our letter of the 6th… | ||
| img295 | Letter from A.T. Speedometer Co. discussing the supply of anticlockwise rotation instruments. | ||
| View original record | Speedometer A.T. SPEEDOMETER Co., LTD. Chronos Works, NORTH CIRCULAR ROAD, LONDON, N.W.2. Directors: W. Henderson-Cleland. Sir Allan Gordon-Smith. D.L. Ralph Gordon-Smith. H. R. Buckland. Instrument… | ||
| img296 | Letter from A.T. Speedometer Co. regarding the calibration of an instrument with a contracted scale dial. | ||
| View original record | A.T. SPEEDOMETER CO., LTD. Chronos Works, NORTH CIRCULAR ROAD, LONDON, N.W.2. Directors: W. Henderson-Cleland. Sir Allan Gordon-Smith, D.L. Ralph Gordon-Smith. H. R. Buckland. Instrument Specialists… | ||
| img297 | Requesting a covering order for the recalibration of six speedometers. | ||
| View original record | Elec To Roy/JT. from Rm/RC. Will you please arrange for a covering order to be issued to the A.T. Speedometer Co., for the recalibration of the following 6 speedometers:- No. V524 No. V911 No.V994 No.… | ||
| img298 | The speedometer drive, stating that reversing its rotation would necessitate a costly design alteration. | ||
| View original record | To Ev. from Rm/EC. C. to Ev/Tln. Rm/H. Elec. Rm/RC.5/ET.4.12.40. Re: SPEEDOMETER. Further to our memo Rm/RC.2/ET.18.11.40 regarding the reversal of the rotation of the speedometer drive, it follows… | ||
| img299 | Abandonment of a standard speedometer drive, steering design, and fitting a Minx gearbox into the Myth car. | ||
| View original record | Ev. from Rm. c. Ev/JD. c. Ev/DB. c/e Speedo: drives 6065 Rm.5/ML.9.12.40. With reference to Ev.7/JH.29.11.40. we note that on Page II, you mention a standard and cheaper speedometer drive. If this… | ||
| img300 | Letter to A.T. Speedometer Co. regarding the calibration of an instrument for a test bed and the dispatch of a 15ft. cable. | ||
| View original record | Elec. 606 12th December 1940. Rm/RC.3/ET. A.T. Speedometer Co., Ltd., Chronos Works, North Circular Road, LONDON N.W.2. For the attention of Mr. A.P. Arrowsmith. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your… | ||
| img301 | Charge for converting and luminising six returned A.T. Speedometers. | ||
| View original record | Mee RM/RC. Roy/AES.1/MF.20.12.40. Re 6 A.T. Speeometers which were returned to be converted and luminised. Please note these are charged at 21/-d each. Do you agree please? Roy. OK RMC. | ||
| img302 | The calibration error of a 5th wheel speedometer and its history. | ||
| View original record | 6065 To Rm/Wym. from Rm/GB. Copy to Rm. Rm/RC. 5TH WHEEL ERROR. =============== When the 5th wheel was first put into service, it was inaccurate for two reasons. Its history is therefore recorded… | ||
| img303 | Speedometer calibration adjustments due to a change in wheel and tyre circumference, with recommendations. | ||
| View original record | Rm/GB.2/ET.1.1.41. - S - The revs per mile for a wheel with 80.5" circum- ference, as used up to now, is 787. The error in the fifth wheel was therefore 787 - 746 --------- = 5.2% slow. 787 The… | ||
| img304 | Agreeing to the charge for converting and luminising 6 A.T. speedometers. | ||
| View original record | 6065 To Roy/AES. from Rm/RC. Rm/RC.6/ET.3.1.41. Re: SPEEDOMETERS. With reference to your Roy/AES.1/MF.20.12.40, we agree to the charge of 21/- each for the 6 A.T. speedometers which have been… | ||
| img305 | Letter from A.T. Speedometer Co., Ltd. requesting further information to fulfill an order for a Rev. Counter. | ||
| View original record | A.T. SPEEDOMETER CO., LTD. CHRONOS WORKS, NORTH CIRCULAR ROAD, LONDON, N.W.2. DIRECTORS: W. HENDERSON-CLELAND. Sir ALLAN GORDON-SMITH, D.L RALPH GORDON SMITH. H. R. BUCKLAND. INSTRUMENT SPECIALISTS.… | ||
| img306 | Letter to A.T. Speedometer Co. regarding the testing and provision of revolution counters. | ||
| View original record | Que 6065 Rm/RC.2/RH. 20th February, 1941. A.T. Speedometer Co., Ltd., Chronos Works, North Circular Road, L O N D O N. N.W.2. Attention of Mr.Arrowsmith. Dear Sirs, With regard to the rev. counter… | ||
| img307 | Letter to A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. concerning instrument calibration and generator specifications. | ||
| View original record | Rm/RC.1/RH. 26th February, 1941. A.T. Speedometer Co., Ltd., Chronos Works, North Circular Road, L O N D O N. N.W.2. Attention of Mr.Arrowsmith. Dear Sirs, Referring to your letter of the 24th.… | ||
| img308 | Letter to A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. regarding an order for tachometer drives and other instruments. | ||
| View original record | 6065 Rm/RC.2/ET. 3rd March, 1941. A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd., Chronos Works, North Circular Road, L O N D O N N.W. 2. Attention Mr. A.F. Arrowsmith. Dear Sirs, We are in receipt of your letter of 28th… | ||
| img309 | Letter from A.T. Speedometer Co. regarding the inability to supply an Electric Rev. Counter with a specific calibration, offering alternatives. | ||
| View original record | A.T. SPEEDOMETER Co., Chronos Works, NORTH CIRCULAR ROAD, LONDON, N.W.2. Directors: W. Henderson-Cleland. Sir Allan Gordon-Smith, D.L. Ralph Gordon-Smith. H. R. Buckland. Instrument Specialists On… | ||
| img310 | Letter concerning the difficulty of supplying electric rev-counters with odd calibration ratios and requesting a specific alternative. | ||
| View original record | Rm.1/ML. Uec 9.3.41. A.T.Speedometer Co.Ltd., Chronos Works, North Circular Road, LONDON.N.W.2. For the attention of Mr. A.F.Arrowsmith. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of the 6th. March… | ||
| img311 | Covering order for a rev-counter and cable, and noting an incorrect speedometer and drive have been returned. | ||
| View original record | Rm/RC To Roy/ABS. from Rm/RC. Will you please arrange for a covering order to be sent to the A.T. Speedometer Co. for the following:- 1, 3" dial rev-counter 0-2500 r.p.m. direction anto-clockwise… | ||
| img312 | Letter to A.T. Speedometer Co., Ltd. confirming the dispatch of a special rev-counter and drive. | ||
| View original record | Rm/RC.1/RH. 26th March, 1941. The A.T. Speedometer Co., Ltd., Chronos Works, North Circular Road, L O N D O N. N.W.2. Attention of Mr. A.F. Arrowsmith. Dear Sirs, With reference to our conversation… | ||
| img313 | Letter from A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. confirming the forwarding of Electric and Magnetic Instruments and Cables. | ||
| View original record | A.T. SPEEDOMETER Co., LTD. Chronos Works, NORTH CIRCULAR ROAD, LONDON, N.W.2. Directors: W. Henderson-Cleland. Sir Allan Gordon-Smith, D.L. Ralph Gordon-Smith. H. R. Buckland. Instrument Specialists… | ||
| img314 | Decisions on the 'Myth' model's instrument board and tool drawer contents following a meeting. | ||
| View original record | Rm/RG To Rm. from Rm/RG. Copy to Ev. Rm/SAG. Ev/JD. Rm/RG.6/ET.11.3.41. MYTH INSTRUMENT BOARD ETC. ----------------------- Confirming the discussion held at the Clan Experimental Dept. on Monday, 10th… | ||
| img315 | Meeting notes discussing design decisions for various car body components like bumpers, wings, and interior trim. | ||
| View original record | Rm/RG.6/ST.11.3.41. - 2 - h - The question of a rexine covered board was raised for the Bentley Myth, but no definite decision was reached. It will probably be necessary to have one or more samples… | ||
| img316 | Letter from A.T. Speedometer Co., Ltd. regarding the dispatch and specification of an Electric Rev. Counter. | ||
| View original record | A.T. SPEEDOMETER CO., LTD. Chronos Works, NORTH CIRCULAR ROAD, LONDON, N.W.2. Directors: W. Henderson-Cleland. Sir Allan Gordon-Smith. D.L. Ralph Gordon-Smith. H. R. Buckland. Instrument Specialists… | ||
| img317 | Short typed message regarding travel arrangements for Arrowsmith's arrival. | ||
| View original record | 7.4.41 AYTESPEEDO PHONE LONDON ATTENTION ARROWSMITH ARRIVE ST. PANCRAS TWELVE FIFTEEN WEDNESDAY CHILD ROYCAR | ||
| img318 | Requesting an order for rev-counters and noting the cancellation of a previous one. | ||
| View original record | To Roy/ASS. from Rm/RC. Re/RC.5/ET.9.4.41. REV COUNTER. ----------- Will you please issue an order to the A.T. Speedometer Co., for the following:- 2. 3" diameter magnetic rev-counters complete with… | ||
| img319 | Letter to S. Smith & Sons requesting the supply and calibration of two tank rev-counters. | ||
| View original record | Rm/RC.7/ET. 9th April, 1941. S. SMITH & Sons, (MA) Ltd., Cricklewood Works, LONDON N.W.2. For the attention of Mr. Hurn. Dear Sirs, With regard to our conversation on the tank rev-counter, we would… | ||
| img320 | Speedometer accuracy issues due to the increase in effective tyre radius at speed. | ||
| View original record | To: Hs/Wym. From Rm. c. RA/RC. Ev. Rm/GB. SPEEDOMETER ACCURACY If the scale of a speedometer is divided into equal segments for speed ranges of 10 m.p.h., it is impossible to get a reading on the road… | ||
| img321 | Letter from a supplier regarding the forwarding and supply of two electric revolution counters. | ||
| View original record | A.T. SPEEDOMETER Co., LTD. Chronos Works, NORTH CIRCULAR ROAD, LONDON. N.W.2. Directors: W. Henderson-Cleland. Sir Allan Gordon-Smith, D.L. Ralph Gordon-Smith. H. R. Buckland. Instrument Specialists… | ||
| img322 | Delivery of a 3' diameter magnetic rev-counter. | ||
| View original record | To G/Mt. from Rm/RC. Copy to Roy/AES. Rm/RC.4/ST.18.4.41. REV-COUNTER. Please note that I have brought into the Works one 3" diameter magnetic rev-counter complete with 20 ft. drive. This is one of… | ||
| img323 | The urgent despatch of a rev-counter and drive to the A.T. Speedometer Co. | ||
| View original record | Hd/FC. from Hm/RC. Copy to Roy/ASS. Elec 6065 Hm/RC.1/ET.26.3.41. Re: A.T. REV-COUNTER. ------------------ We are sending herewith one rev-counter, No. 2/2007 and drive for despatch to the A.T.… | ||
| img324 | Requesting a covering order for speedometer components and noting the return of incorrect parts. | ||
| View original record | To Roy/ABS. from Rm/RC. Elec 6065 Rm/RC.2/ET.26.3.41. Will you please arrange for a covering order to be sent to the A.T. Speedometer Co. for the following:- 1, 3" dial rev-counter 0-2500 r.p.m.… | ||
| img325 | Speedometer drives, steering design, and fitting a Minx gearbox into the Myth project vehicle. | ||
| View original record | Ev. from Rm. c. Ev/JD. c. Ev/DB. Handwritten: Myth elect 1030 (crossed out) 6065 Rm.5/ML.9.12.40. With reference to Ev.7/JH.29.11.40, we note that on Page II, you mention a standard and cheaper… | ||
| img326 | Letter from A.T. Speedometer Co., Ltd. concerning the re-calibration of Speedometer No. Z.318. | ||
| View original record | A.T. SPEEDOMETER CO., LTD. Chronos Works, NORTH CIRCULAR ROAD, LONDON, N.W.2. Instrument Specialists Directors: W. Henderson-Cleland. Sir Allan Gordon-Smith. D.L. Ralph Gordon-Smith. H. R. Buckland.… | ||
| img327 | Sending an incorrect rev-counter drive cable back for rectification. | ||
| View original record | HD/FC. from Rm/RC. c. Roy/ABS. Sect. Rm/RC.2/RH.12.6.41. Re: Rev-Counter. We are sending into the stores today, one drive cable complete for despatch to the A.T.Speedometer Co., Ltd., Chronos Works,… | ||
| img328 | Letter to a supplier regarding a rev-counter drive of the wrong construction. | ||
| View original record | elect: 12th June, 1941. Rm/RC.1/RH. The A.T. Speedometer Co., Ltd., Chronos Works, North Circular Road, L O N D O N. N.W.2. Attention Mr.Arrowsmith. Dear Sirs, On attempting to fit the second A.T.… | ||
| img329 | Letter from A.T. Speedometer Co., Ltd. acknowledging a query about the calibration of speedometers. | ||
| View original record | A.T. SPEEDOMETER CO., LTD. Chronos Works, NORTH CIRCULAR ROAD, LONDON, N.W.2. Directors: W. Henderson-Cleland. Sir Allan Gordon-Smith. D.L. Ralph Gordon-Smith. H. R. Buckland. Instrument Specialists… | ||
| img330 | Letter to A.T. Speedometer Co., Ltd. regarding required modifications for speedometer calibration. | ||
| View original record | Elect: Rm/RC.13/SW. 17th June, 1941. A.T. Speedometer Co., Ltd., Chrones Works, North Circular Road, LONDON N.W.2. For the attention of Mr. H.R. Buckland. Dear Sirs, For some time, we have felt, that… | ||
| img331 | Requesting the urgent overhaul and recalibration of a speedometer for a customer's car. | ||
| View original record | elect. To Roy/JT. from Rm/RC. Rm/RC.13/SW.24.6.41. re:- Speedometers. Will you please arrange for the A.T. Speedometer No.Z.318, to be over-hauled and recalibrated to 780 rev/mile. We have sent the… | ||
| img332 | Letter to A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. requesting the urgent recalibration and overhaul of speedometer No. Z.318. | ||
| View original record | elect Rm/RC.11/SW. 24th June, 1941. A.T. Speedometer Co., Ltd., Chronus Works, North Circular Road, LONDON N.W.2. For the attention of Mr. Arrowsmith. Dear Sirs, We are sending to you to-day,… | ||
| img333 | Letter to The A.T. Speedometer Co., Ltd. regarding the effect of tyre radius on speedometer accuracy. | ||
| View original record | 6065 -8- RHC 1st August, 1941. Rm/EC.1/RH. Your ref: HRB/LAH. The A.T. Speedometer Co., Ltd., Chronos Works, North Circular Road, L O N D O N. N.W.2. Attention of Mr. H.R.Buckland. Dear Sirs, We have… | ||
| img334 | Analysis of wheel and speedometer revolutions per mile for Dunlop 'Fort' 650 x 16 tyres on a B.V. model with a 10/43 axle ratio. | ||
| View original record | -2- tyres when used on the B.V. using a 10/43 axle ratio. Dunlop, 4 ply, "Fort" 650 x 16 tyres True Speed | Wheel Rev/Mile (Cold, Hot) | Speedo Rev/Mile. (Cold, Hot) 30: 726, 721, 780, 775 40: 723,… | ||
| img335 | Typed letter discussing speedometer corrections needed due to tyre performance variations. | ||
| View original record | -2- Thus neglecting tyre loss the indications of the existing instruments can vary between 93 and 95 m.p.h., for a true speed of 90 m.p.h. The additional correction as proposed on your drawing,… | ||
| img336 | Letter from A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. regarding specifications for modified instrument dials for the Phantom III and 25/30 Bentley. | ||
| View original record | INSTRUMENTS A.T. SPEEDOMETER Co. LTD. Chronos Works, NORTH CIRCULAR ROAD, LONDON. N.W.2. Directors: W. Henderson-Cleland. Sir Allan Gordon-Smith, D.L. Ralph Gordon Smith. H. R. Buckland. Instrument… | ||
| img338 | Letter to A.T. Instruments Ltd. concerning a proposed modification to a speedometer calibration. | ||
| View original record | 6065 Rec Rm/RC.8/JH. 24th. August, 1941. A.T. Instruments Ltd., Chronos Works, North Circular Road, LONDON.N.W.2. For the attention of Mr. A.F. Arrowsmith. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of… | ||