Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| img001 | Experimental trial for a new commutator-type 'make and break' ignition distributor. | ||
| View original record | 6119. DA.2/G.2.11.38. C. Pn. CHILDS IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR. See me GM Herewith D.CD.986 being a design for a commutator type of make and break. This arrangement is for experimental trial only, to… | ||
| img002 | Letter to Delco-Remy about a serious issue with distributors causing rapid wear on 25/30 HP cars. | ||
| View original record | Rec. 6119 Rm5/R. 4th November, 1938. B. Rushton, Esq., Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, S.W.1. Dear Mr. Rushton, A serious situation has arisen with regard to Delco-Remy distributors… | ||
| img003 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. to Mr. W.A. Robotham regarding an alarming matter to be investigated. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Telegrams: DELREMYHYAT, SOWEST, LONDON Head Office & Works: 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES). 3151 Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd., Derby.… | ||
| img004 | Letter from a supplier discussing the performance of a standard rubbing block material versus the specified Tufnol material. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Telegrams: DELREMYHYAT, SOWEST, LONDON Head Office & Works 111 GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) 6119 Messrs.Rolls-Royce, Ltd., DERBY.… | ||
| img005 | Letter addressing an issue of cam wear on a Tufnol rubbing block, suggesting a return to the standard part. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. 7th November 1938. that the cam wears down the rubbing block under normal conditions. I suggest, therefore, that your trouble is not necessarily due to cam hardness, so much… | ||
| img006 | Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the standardized specification and hardness of a distributor cam. | ||
| View original record | b/19. RM11/R. 9th November, 1938. Messrs. Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, LONDON. S.W.1. (For the attention of Mr. Rushton) Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of November 7th. The… | ||
| img007 | Page two of a letter regarding a request for a supply of cams with the correct Brinell hardness due to previous failures. | ||
| View original record | -2- 9.11.30. We shall be glad, therefore, if you will send us a supply of cams of the correct brinell, so that we can deal with distributors which are likely to leave the Works shortly. We think it… | ||
| img008 | Letter from the Chairman of Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. providing feedback on a Rolls Bentley car. | ||
| View original record | 261 DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Head Office & Works 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1 Telegrams DELREMYHYAT, SOWEST, LONDON Telephones VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) W.A. Robotham Esq., Messrs. Rolls Royce… | ||
| img009 | Letter from a supplier discussing a reported failure of a distributor cam and its material properties. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Head Office & Works: 111 GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON. S.W.1 Telegrams: DELREMYHYAT, SOWEST, LONDON Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd., Derby. Attention of… | ||
| img010 | Letter detailing production difficulties with Tufnol rubbing blocks and cam surface hardness, and requesting a distributor specification. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - It is now apparent that if you still insist on using Tufnol rubbing block material, for satisfactory operation, the surface hardness of the cam must be controlled and must be at least 400… | ||
| img011 | Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. discussing the development and failures of a distributor product. | ||
| View original record | HC Rm4/R4. 11th November, 1938. Messrs. Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, LONDON. S.W.1. (For the attention of Mr. W.A. Crewe.) Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of November 10th. We… | ||
| img012 | Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding production difficulties with a 9-cylinder aircraft engine cam and failures of a high output coil. | ||
| View original record | (2) Messrs. Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. engine type test is 100 hours. We do not know what the rubbing speed of your 9-cylinder aircraft engine cam represents, but it must be remembered that we run 4,500… | ||
| img013 | Private letter concerning a production issue with distributor cam hardness. | ||
| View original record | # 6119 Rm5/R. 11th November, 1938. PRIVATE. W.O. Kennington, Esq., Messrs. Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, S.W.1. Previous corres. 261 Dear Kennington, Many thanks for your letter of… | ||
| img014 | Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. discussing the development and issues with a distributor. | ||
| View original record | 6119. Rm4/R4. 11th November, 1938. Messrs. Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, LONDON. S.W.1. (For the attention of Mr. W.A. Crewe.) Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of November 10th. We… | ||
| img015 | Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding issues with a 9-cylinder aircraft engine cam and a high output coil. | ||
| View original record | (2) Messrs. Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. 11.11.38. engine type test is 100 hours. We do not know what the rubbing speed of your 9-cylinder aircraft engine cam represents, but it must be remembered that we… | ||
| img016 | Parts list and blueprint request for a Bentley Co. crankcase and bearings, section 5000. | ||
| View original record | 6119 - Rm/RC. BY/Ald.12/G.15.11.38. RC BENTLEY CO. CRANKCASE & BEARINGS. SECTION 5000. Please receive herewith two blueprints of each of the following :- S.CD.1001 Delco-Remy Distributor. SECTION… | ||
| img017 | Letter from a supplier regarding a disagreement over soft cams and proposing to supply hardened replacements. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Telegrams: DELREMYHYAT, SOWEST, LONDON Head Office & Works 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON. S.W.1 Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) CHILDS Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd., Derby.… | ||
| img018 | Letter regarding the supply and heat treatment of cams, addressing potential distortion and extra costs. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - This arrangement, we believe, will prevent any serious holdup, and in the meantime we are putting in hand a fresh supply of cams which will be hardened. We shall endeavour to hold the cam… | ||
| img019 | Scheme and parts list for a Commutator Brecker and Ignition Distributor modification. | ||
| View original record | 61109- c. Pm/RC, BY/RL.4/B.15.11.38 ALL CHASSIS. D.CD.986 (2 Shts). Commutator Brecker, Ignition Distributor. Section 8120. This scheme shows a commutator for interrupting the primary circuit instead… | ||
| img020 | Parts list and instructions for assembling brush components, referencing specific drawings. | ||
| View original record | -2- K.1701N - 5 BA. Ch.Hd.Screw - Brush Holders etc. 6 off. K.9003 - Spring Washer. 6 off. K.7704V - 3 BA. Csk.Hd.Screw - Negative Brush. 1 off. Lucas 188704 - Cable Eyes - Brushes. 2 off. 2 m/m… | ||
| img021 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. acknowledging receipt of correspondence for an absent Mr. Kennington. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Head Office & Works 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telegrams: DELREMYHAT, SOWEST, LONDON Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) Handwritten: File Handwritten: 6119 W.A.… | ||
| img022 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the despatch of cams and shafts for hardness checking. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Head Office & Works 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON. S.W.1 Telegrams: DELREMYHYAT, SOWEST, LONDON Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) 6119. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., DERBY.… | ||
| img023 | Investigation into scored cams on Delco Distributors and recommendations for hardness testing. | ||
| View original record | 61194- By. from Rm. O.Hs. Rm2/R.18.11.38. DELCO DISTRIBUTORS. We have been investigating the scored cams on the Delco Distributor which caused trouble on 'B' car. We find that a percentage of the… | ||
| img024 | Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. discussing the hardness testing and specifications for distributor cams. | ||
| View original record | 6119. EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/RC.11/JH. 18th. November, 1938. Messrs. Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, LONDON. S.W.1. For the attention of Mr. B. Rushton. Dear Sirs, We thank you for… | ||
| img025 | Requesting the forwarding of 16 distributor cams to Delco Remy Hyatt Limited after testing. | ||
| View original record | 6119 To [redacted] from HPS/WSC. Rm/RC. HPS/WSC.5/BA.18.11.38. Will you please forward to Messrs Delco Remy Hyatt Limited, 111, Grosvenor Road, London S.W.11 marked "for the attention of Mr. Rushden".… | ||
| img026 | Letter from a supplier discussing potential delivery delays and solutions for a small batch of cams and shafts. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Telegrams: DELREMYHAT, SOWEST, LONDON. Head Office & Works 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 Lines) Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd., Derby. Attention of… | ||
| img027 | Letter to Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding experimentation on the hardening of cams. | ||
| View original record | 42/c 6119 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/RC.12/JH. 21st. November, 1938. Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, LONDON. S.W.1. For the attention of Mr. B.Rushton. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your… | ||
| img028 | Requesting the forwarding of distributor cams to Delco Remy Hyatt Limited. | ||
| View original record | 6119 - To - HMRP. from HPS/WSC. Hm/RC. HPS/WSC.2/BA.22.11.38. Will you please forward to Messrs Delco Remy Hyatt Limited, 111,Grosvenor Road London S.W.11 marked for the attention of Mr.Rushden. 5. -… | ||
| img029 | Return of distributor cams to Messrs Delco Remy Hyatt Limited after testing. | ||
| View original record | 6119. To [REDACTED] from HPS/WSC. Rm. [REDACTED] HPS/WSC. 30/BA.24.11.38. Will you please forward to Messrs Delco Remy Hyatt Limited, 11 Grosvenor Road, London S.W.11 marked for the attention of… | ||
| img030 | Issues with Delco distributor cam hardness for the Wraith model. | ||
| View original record | 6119. c. Rm/RC. c. BY/RB. c. Mr.Talbot. BY.15/N.24.11.38. Delco Distributors - Wraith. --------------------------- It has been found that a percentage of Delco cams are down in hardness, and the… | ||
| img031 | Development, staffing and testing of the Delco-Remy distributor. | ||
| View original record | 6119. By. from Rm. Rm9/R.28.11.38. DELCO-REMY DISTRIBUTOR. Further to the discussion on this subject this morning, we attach a summary of the position of electrical equipment which we wrote some time… | ||
| img032 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. enclosing a service parts list bulletin for distributor type No.656 R.B. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Head Office & Works 111 GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1 Telegrams: DELREMYHYAT SOWEST, LONDON Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) 6119 For the attention of Mr. Childs. Messrs.… | ||
| img033 | Special Delco bulletin listing service parts for a 656 R.B. distributor. | ||
| View original record | SPECIAL Delco BULLETIN SERVICE PARTS 656 R.B. DISTRIBUTOR Part No. Name No. off each DRH.1349 Assembly, Less Flange 1 DRH.1347 Base 1 DRH.1577 Mainshaft & Cam. Assy. 1 820445 Rotor Assy. 1 DRH.878 Cap… | ||
| img034 | Special Delco Bulletin listing various parts with their corresponding part numbers and quantities. | ||
| View original record | SPECIAL Delco BULLETIN Part No. 813222 Terminal Bushing 1 DRH.1532 Oil Retainer 1 DRH.1370 Fixing Pin 1 DRH.1425 Flange 1 DRH.1350 Dist. Fixing Screw 3 802760 Lockwasher 1 DRH.1580 Range Stud 1… | ||
| img035 | Request to issue a covering order for 6 contact arms to part No.813238, which were previously ordered verbally. | ||
| View original record | To Roy/Me. c.c. to G/JWH. 6119 Rm/RC.8/JH.30.11.38. Will you please issue a covering order to the Delco-Remy & Hyatt for 6 contact arms to part No.813238 which were ordered verbally as per the… | ||
| img036 | Requesting a change of distributor from Delco-Remy to an R.R. type on chassis 8.B.5. | ||
| View original record | To HPC. 6119 Rm/RC.11/JH.1.12.38. re Chassis 8.B.5. Will you please arrange for the existing Delco-Remy distributor now fitted to this car, to be changed for an R.R. type to DW.426. This will require… | ||
| img037 | Instructions for modifying ignition distributors on Wraith engines, listing parts to be fitted and removed. | ||
| View original record | To: WPC. c. Fm/EC. c. RHC/Wd.(O.P.Dept.). c. Rey/bear for HDS. 6119 BY/RD.4/B.2.12.38. WRAITH. ----- IGNITION DISTRIBUTORS. SECTION S120. We wish to fit R.R. Distributors to 6 engines, and units to… | ||
| img038 | List of parts and an instruction to modify a distributor base. | ||
| View original record | -2- D.76237 - Spring. 1 off. D.75157 - Contact Arm Assembly. 1 off. X.1704A - Screw. 1 off. (m) It will be necessary to redrill the Distributor Base DW.406DC. in accordance with Alteration No: 5511/D.… | ||
| img039 | Instructions for forwarding distributor cams to Messrs. Delco Remy and Hyatt Ltd. | ||
| View original record | To. Dims. from HPS/WSC. Confidential. c. Rm/RC. HPS/WSC.6/VS.5.12.38. Please forward to Messrs. Delco Remy and Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, London, S.W.11, marked for the attention of Mr. Rushden… | ||
| img040 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding an order for distributors, cam hardness, and material supplies. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Head Office & Works 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1 Telegrams DELREMYHYAT, SOWEST, LONDON Telephones VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd., Derby. Attention of… | ||
| img041 | Letter discussing the supply of special coils and investigating costs for die-cast versus ordinary sand castings. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - satisfactory and whether you may be considering a production supply of these special coils. We understand that the tests to date have proved satisfactory. In view of the changes that have been… | ||
| img042 | Requesting the return of two cam assemblies to Messrs. Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd. due to a softness issue. | ||
| View original record | To HPr/WTC. Rm/RC.10/WH.7.12.38. Will you please return to Messrs. Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 2 Cam assemblies. These have been turned down on account of the softness of the cam which is under our limit… | ||
| img043 | Return of 30 cam assemblies due to failing hardness tests. | ||
| View original record | To [REDACTED] from HPS/WSC. Rm/RC. HPS/WSC.20/BA.7.12.38. Will you please forward to Messrs Delco Remy & Hyatt, Ltd. 111 Grosvenor Road, London, S.W.1. addressed for the attention of Mr.Rushden. 30… | ||
| img044 | Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the return of rejected shaft assemblies and cams due to failed Brinell hardness tests. | ||
| View original record | EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/RC.14/JH. 7th. December, 1938. Messrs. Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, LONDON. S.W.1. For the attention of Mr. B. Rushton. Dear Sirs, We are returning under… | ||
| img045 | Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding issues with a distributor and halting production. | ||
| View original record | 6119. Rm8/R. 8th December, 1938. Messrs. Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, LONDON. S.W.1. (For the attention of Mr. W.A. Crewe.) Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of the 5th December.… | ||
| img046 | Revised drive arrangement for a distributor with a Lucas governor for Wraith and Bentley models. | ||
| View original record | Dr/JMS C. RM. Mr Dr/RO.S. Mr Dr/[?] E.H.T. DA.8/G.14.12.38. CHILDS DISTRIBUTOR WITH LUCAS GOVERNOR. D.OD.838 (Sheet 2). WRAITH AND BENTLEY. We have added revised drive arrangement to this scheme to… | ||
| img047 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the potential supply of ignition equipment. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Telegrams: DELREMYHYAT, SOWEST, LONDON Head Office & Works 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, SW1 Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) CHILDS Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd., Derby. 6114… | ||
| img048 | Letter from a supplier regarding the reconciliation of despatched and returned cams and shafts. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Head Office & Works: 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1 Telegrams: DELREMYHYAT, SOWEST, LONDON. Telephone: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES). Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd., Derby. YOUR REF.… | ||
| img049 | The lubrication of contact breaker cams for all chassis. | ||
| View original record | RC/GJ Please note and action. To Rm/EC. 6119. BY/PD.7/R.21.12.38. LUBRICATION OF CONTACT BREAKER CAMS : ALL CHASSIS. Will you please arrange for all the experimental distributors to be lubricated on… | ||
| img050 | Request to obtain two 662W type distributors from Messrs. Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd for an 8-cylinder engine. | ||
| View original record | COPY To Roy/Ms. c. to G/JWH. Rm/RC:5/JH.28.12.38. Will you please obtain from Messrs. Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. two 662W type distributors suitable for 8 cylinder firing, direction of rotation to be… | ||
| img051 | Letter to Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd. discussing faulty and damaged cams. | ||
| View original record | EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/RC.17/JH. 30th. December, 1938. Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, LONDON. S.W.1. For the attention of Mr. B. Rushton. Dear Sirs, Thanks for yours of the 24th.… | ||
| img052 | Letter regarding missing cams and the despatch of a replacement baton of 51 cams. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/HC.17/JH. 30th. December, 1938. We hope your supply department will be able to find the missing cams, if not we shall be only too pleased to investigate. This baton of 51 cams was despatched by… | ||
| img053 | Specification for the overhaul of the 9.B.V. B.V. No.4 unit in preparation for a 15,000-mile test. | ||
| View original record | 6119 Re - HPO; from Rm/Swdl. S. Rm/RC. Rm/Swdl.1/MH.31.12.36. 9.B.V. B.V. No.4 UNIT (15,000). It is proposed to overhaul the above unit in preparation for the 15,000 miles test of this car. Will you… | ||
| img054 | Numbered list of specifications for various vehicle components and systems to be fitted. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/Swdl.1/MW.31.12.38. (10) Induction system to be up to date in accordance with LOP.EB.4233. (11) Metalastik dynamo coupling to be fitted. (12) "General" oil filter to be fitted which Rm/Swdl.… | ||
| img055 | Specification for upgrading a B.V. No.3 engine unit for installation into a 3.B.50 chassis. | ||
| View original record | To- [illegible] c. Rm/PD. cc. Rm/VMB 6119 Rm/Swdl.2/WW.31.12.38. W3 Nọ9 3.B.50. -> 1B50. When B.V. No.3 unit is removed from 29.G.VI in order to install B.60 No.2 unit in this chassis we propose to… | ||
| img056 | Follow-up letter from a supplier requesting a decision on the further supply of ignition equipment. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Telegrams DELREMYHYAT SOWEST, LONDON Head Office & Works 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1 Telephones VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) 6119 Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd., Derby. Attention… | ||
| img057 | Letter to Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding a decision to change to an R.A. distributor, cancelling the need for further supplies. | ||
| View original record | 6119 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. RM/RC.15/JH. 9th. January, 1939. Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, LONDON. S.W.1. For the attention of Mr. W.A. Crewe. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter… | ||
| img058 | The re-assembly specification for a Wraith III No.9 engine into chassis 3.B.50. | ||
| View original record | 6119 To Mr. FWG from Rm/Swdl. O. Rm/RMO. c. Rm/HC. d. Rm/CTS. Rm/Swdl.1/MH.13.1.39. 3.B.50. Further to our memo regarding the unit for the above chassis (Rm/Swdl.2/MH.31.12.38), will you please cancel… | ||
| img059 | List of technical updates including an induction system, distributor, coupling, and camwheel. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/Swdl.1/WH.13.1.39. (11) Up-to-date Bentley induction system LOP.KB.4233 and LOP.KB.4231. Rm/CTS. to supply carburetters. (12) Rolls-Royce distributer to be fitted having Bentley V… | ||
| img060 | Modifications to the C.I. Conventional 8 distributor drive. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. 6119. DA.14/G.19.1.39. C.I. CONVENTIONAL 8 - DISTRIBUTOR DRIVE. Please receive herewith :- E.CD.1129 Distributor Drive - C.I. Conventional 8. The axis of the distributor drive is unaltered from… | ||
| img061 | Ignition distributor failures on the Phantom III chassis and proposing modifications to the distributor head moulding. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. 61.4. DA.5/G.21.1.39. PHANTOM 111 - IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR. Some ignition distributor failures which have been reported recently on the Phantom lll chassis, have been traced as being caused by… | ||
| img062 | Return of eight distributor shaft assemblies to Delco Remy and Hyatt due to cam softness. | ||
| View original record | 0119 To Roy/Ms. c. to G/J.H. Rm/RC.12/JH.24.1.39. re Delco Remy Distributors. Will you please return eight distributor shafts assemblies to Delco Remy and Hyatt. These shafts have been rejected on… | ||
| img063 | The return of rejected Delco Remy distributor shafts due to cam softness. | ||
| View original record | 6119. To Roy/Ws. c. to G/J.H. Rm/RC.12/JH.24.1.39. re Delco Remy Distributors. Will you please return eight distributor shafts assemblies to Delco Remy and Hyatt. These shafts have been rejected on… | ||
| img064 | New scheme for an eight-point distributor for a conventional 8-cylinder engine, incorporating a Lucas Governor. | ||
| View original record | DISTRIBUTOR - C.I. CONVENTIONAL 8. Herewith D.CD.1154 Eight Point Distributor suitable for Conventional 8 engine. This scheme embodies head, cam, contact mechanism etc. of RR. design and proved… | ||
| img065 | Supplying two Delco Remy distributors for B.80 units, noting a modification is needed. | ||
| View original record | To HPS/WSC. 611a. Rm/RC.1/JH.27.1.39. B.80. We hand you herewith two Delco Remy distributors for use on the B.80 units. A modification to CD.1001 will be necessary in order to match up the drive.… | ||
| img066 | Requesting the return and replacement of four faulty Delco-Remy Distributor shaft assemblies due to being below Brinell limits. | ||
| View original record | 6119 To Roy/Me. c. to G/JWH. Rm/KC.17/JH.31.1.39. re Delco-Remy Distributors. will you please arrange for four shaft assemblies to be returned to Messrs. Delco Remy & Hyatt. These shafts have been… | ||
| img067 | Notification of a drawing revision for part F.CL.838 (Distributor) to incorporate a longer supporting shank. | ||
| View original record | BY/NS S.W.TR/Ms.8. [text struck through] A.11/G.1.D.39. 6119 DISTRIBUTOR. F.CL.838. Herewith is F.CL.838 (Sheet 2) which has been revised to bring it into line with F.CL.1154 as regards having a… | ||
| img068 | Note on the ignition distributor for the Continental Bentley T, comparing it to other models. | ||
| View original record | RC DA.9/G.1.2.39. 6119 IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR. CONTINENTAL BENTLEY T. Herewith D.CD.1182 being a Distributor provided with hand control as required on the above car. This distributor is similar to… | ||
| img069 | Issues with Delco-Remy distributors on Wraith models and the recommendation to procure new stock. | ||
| View original record | 6119. To By. Rm/RC.10/JH.1.2.39. re Delco-Remy Distributors. With reference to By.15/N.24.11.38. we have now made certain that all Wraith distributor with the exception of about a hundred which are… | ||
| img070 | Requesting the return of 5 rejected Delco Remy Distributor assemblies due to the cams being too soft. | ||
| View original record | 6119. To Roy/Ms. Rm/RC.12/JH.2.2.39. Re Delco Remy Distributors. Will you please arrange for 5 assemblies shafts to be returned to Messrs. Delco Remy & Hyatt. These have been rejected on account of… | ||
| img071 | Issues and modifications for distributor head D4.403, including the rotor and contact lever. | ||
| View original record | 6119 To By c. to By/RD. Km/KC.11/JH.13.4.39. Distributor to T.O.P.D4.426. Distributor Head D4.403. The original distributor had the Lucas type location, it was found that we could not work to fine… | ||
| img072 | The performance and modifications of distributor and governor components. | ||
| View original record | -2- The 'Lucas' type finger with the DW.718 cam gives the best performance, however, it would be too big an alteration to introduce the 'Lucas' type finger at this stage, it should be included in… | ||
| img073 | Use of an out-of-date distributor for the 1939 production and proposing endurance tests on a new Lucas distributor. | ||
| View original record | by. from Rm. c. EY/RD. 6119 Rm4/R.16.2.39. R.R. DISTRIBUTOR. We consider it is unfortunate that we should have to go into production in 1939 with a distributor, the adjustment of which is so out of… | ||
| img074 | Shortcomings of the 1939 distributor and proposing a test for a new Lucas distributor. | ||
| View original record | 6119 By. from Rm. c. BY/RD. Rm4/R.16.2.39. R.R. DISTRIBUTOR. We consider it is unfortunate that we should have to go into production in 1939 with a distributor, the adjustment of which is so out of… | ||
| img075 | Test report comparing the Delco Remy and the Rolls-Royce ignition distributors. | ||
| View original record | BY. c. BY/RD. Rm/CTS.1/G.14.2.39. IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR. PURPOSE OF TEST. To compare the Delco Remy and the Rolls-Royce Ignition Distributor, on the following points :- (1). Required ignition advance… | ||
| img076 | Distributor performance, focusing on spark variation between cylinders for Delco and RR models, and the resulting engine detonation and noise. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Rm/CTS.1/G.14.2.39. [Handwritten: Wide scatter in the spark.] We understand from Rm/Childs, that the difference in 'make and break' ratio, between the two distributors could account for a longer… | ||
| img077 | Conclusion of a report recommending further investigation into governor spark characteristics for the proposed Bentley V engine. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - Rm/CTS.1/C.14.2.39. CONCLUSION. A method of adjustment is required on the lines of the Delco Remy. Further investigation should be carried out by means of say, an oscillograph, to determine what… | ||
| img079 | Blueprint graph comparing Delco Remy and R.R. ignition characteristics for a Bentley V engine. | ||
| View original record | BENTLEY V IGNITION S.72 UNIT B.III N° 5 CYL. HEAD E.W. 1949 PISTONS P. 414 (.170 RAISED CROWN) CAMSHAFT Ex.31550 INDN. SYSTEM B.III (H.V. 4 CARBS.) C/R = 6.5:1 DELCO REMY ① MIN. ADV. FOR MAX. POWER ②… | ||
| img080 | Ignition performance chart showing governor characteristics for a Bentley V engine. | ||
| View original record | BENTLEY V IGNITION UNIT B II N.o 5 CYL. HEAD EW 1949 PISTONS P 414 (170 RAISED CROWN) CAMSHAFT EX 31550 IGN. SYSTEM B. II (MV4 CARBS) C/R = 6.5 : 1 DELCO REMY 1) MAX. VARIATION BETWEEN CYLS. a) N.o 1… | ||
| img081 | Blueprint graph showing the governor characteristics for a Bentley V engine. | ||
| View original record | BENTLEY V. UNIT B III NO 5 CYL. HEAD EW 1949 PISTONS P.414. (.170 RAISED CROWN) C/R = 6.5:1 CAMSHAFT EX. 31550 INDN. SYSTEM B III (H4 CARBS) ① REQUIRED GOVERNOR CHARACTERISTICS. ⓐ DELCO - REMY. ⓑ… | ||
| img082 | Ignition governor characteristics and advance curves for various engines. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/RC. from Rm/Swdl. Overleaf RM/RD. Rm/Swdl.13/MH.22.2.39. RC 6119 IGNITION GOVERNORS. Until any further modification is requested will you please see that the ignition governor characteristics… | ||
| img083 | Proposal to adhere to an original specification for a B.V. characteristic. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/Swdl.13/MH.22.2.39. Regarding the B.V. characteristic we propose to adhere to the original specification we gave in the memo Rm/Swdl.4/MH.4.2.38. Rm/Swdl. Im | ||
| img084 | Issues and developments related to ignition distributors. | ||
| View original record | Rm. [REDACTED] BY.4/G.24.2.39. CHILDS IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR. 6119 We have read with interest Rm/CTS.1/G.14.2.39. and agree that further investigation must be made to discover why we get uneven spark… | ||
| img085 | Return of seven rejected Delco-Remy distributor shaft assemblies due to cam softness. | ||
| View original record | 6119 To Roy/Mr. c. to G/JWH. Rm/RC.5/JH.24.2.39. re Delco-Remy Distributors. We have received from the production department seven shaft assemblies which have been taken off cage and rejected on… | ||
| img087 | Advice note from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. for parts dispatched to Rolls Royce Ltd in Derby. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1 Telegrams: DELREMYHYAT, SOWEST, LONDON Telephone: VICTORIA 6242 ADVICE NOTE A.N. 2541 PLEASE QUOTE ADVICE NOTE No. ON ALL CORRESPONDENCE 649… | ||
| img088 | Dispatch of a dismantled Wraith Distributor for examination to Messrs. Delco Remy & Hyatt. | ||
| View original record | To. D/RP. from HPS/WSC. c. Hq/SC. c. Sy/No. c. Rm/RC. 6114 HPS/WSC.18/BA.28.2.39. Wraith Distributors. We hand you herewith:- 1 Wraith Distributor, dismantled. Will you please forward same to-day… | ||
| img089 | Letter to Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd. about returning failed distributors and seeking advice on a solution for excessive wear. | ||
| View original record | 6119 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/RC.12/JH. 28th. February, 1939. Messrs. Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, LONDON. S.W.1. For the attention of Mr. B. Rushton. Dear Sirs, We are returning… | ||
| img090 | Components for an eight-point distributor and distributor drive. | ||
| View original record | o. Rm/RC. 6119 BY/RD.1/B.1.3.39. C.I. Conventional S. D.CD.1154 - Eight Point Distributor. Sec.8120. E.CD.1129 - Distributor Drive. We hand you herewith, blueprints of all the new details for the… | ||
| img091 | Listing attached blueprints for a Contact Finger Assembly, Cam Form, and Distributor and Governor Housing. | ||
| View original record | -2- BY/RD.1/B.1.3.39. Also attached are blueprints of :- DB.2059 - Contact Finger Assembly - L.H. DB.2060 - Contact Finger Assembly - R.H. DB.2046 - Cam Form. For the remainder of the parts quoted on… | ||
| img092 | The governor spring data for the Bentley V distributor, following a request. | ||
| View original record | 6119. To By/RD. c. to Da. c. to By. Rm/RC.7/JH2.3.39. re Distributor to DB.2287. Bentley V. We have now determined the governor spring data for giving the characteristic requested by… | ||
| img094 | Graph of the governor advance curve for a distributor, showing degrees of advance against distributor RPM. | ||
| View original record | GOVERNOR ADVANCE CURVE OF ROLLS-ROYCE DISTRIBUTOR TO DRG 426 (Nº7) LIMITS TO RM/SNDL 4-2-38 FOR B.T. UNITS. 1st SPRING AS DRG. 2nd SPRING 34 COILS 16 SWG (.064") FREE ANGLE 143° LENGTH .375 LOAD 2 LB.… | ||
| img095 | Blueprints for the Distributor and Governor of the Bentley V - Continental 'Corniche'. | ||
| View original record | 6119. RC HY/HD.4/B.S.3.39. BENTLEY V - CONTINENTAL - "CORNICHE". B.CD.1182 - DISTRIBUTOR & GOVERNOR. SECTION 8120. Please receive herewith blueprints of the new LOP. and details required to give hand… | ||
| img096 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding excessive wear on a returned distributor shaft. | ||
| View original record | 6119 DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Telegrams: DELREMYHYAT, SOWEST, LONDON. Head Office & Works: 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS &… | ||
| img097 | Letter regarding the bushing of distributor housings and acceptable drive shaft play. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. 2nd March 1939. We have found that it is unnecessary to bush distributor housings providing the drive shaft does not take any transverse stress external to the distributor. We… | ||
| img098 | Blueprint of a Distributor Shaft Assembly. | ||
| View original record | R.R. DIST. SHAFT ASSY. DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. GROSVENOR RD. LONDON DRAWN TRACED CHECKED APPROVED DATE 17.6.38 OA 9922 MATERIAL: FINISH: MACHINING: GRIND: MACHINING LIMITS- FOR FRACTIONAL DIMENSIONS ±… | ||
| img099 | Assembly instructions for a B.60 No.1 cast iron unit following an endurance inspection. | ||
| View original record | 6119 - To ... from Rm/Swdl. c.c. Rm/RC. Rm/Swdl.3/MH.4.3.39. B.60 No.1 UNIT (CAST IRON). Following the inspection of this unit after endurance will you please assemble to this specification, (1) New… | ||
| img100 | List of tasks and modifications for an engine, including fitting parts and addressing leaks. | ||
| View original record | -3- Rm/Swdl.3/MH.4.3.39. (7) EXS.1383 cylinder head to be fitted. Use PH.III valve springs and valves etc. off the existing unit. (8) Push rods as quoted in our memo Rm/Swdl.1/WH.2.3.39. i.e. EB.4516… | ||
| img101 | Assembly instructions for a B.80 No. 1 Unit engine to be fitted to a chassis. | ||
| View original record | Distribution 6119 ✓ To RFS. from Rm/Swdl. c. Day/M.S. c. Rm/HS. Rm/Swdl.1/MR.6.3.39. B.80 NO. 1 UNIT. Will you please assemble the above engine as follows, which after short run on the bed it is… | ||
| img102 | Temporary solution for oil leaks from tappet doors. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/Swdl.1/MR.6.3.39. (10) Oil leaks from tappet doors. This job is being taken up by Design. However, as a temporary expedient, the leak might be cured by fitting an extra joint on each cover… | ||
| img103 | Blueprints for a new spring detail on the Bentley V. Ignition Distributor and Governor. | ||
| View original record | 6119 AE BT/RD.1/S.6.S.39. BENTLEY V. IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR. SECTION S1SD. We hand you herewith, blueprints of the new detail appearing on LOP. EB.2387 - Distributor and Governor - Bentley V., which is… | ||
| img104 | Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding excessive wear on a 656RB type distributor. | ||
| View original record | 6119. EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/RC.4/JH. 7th. March, 1939. Messrs. Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, LONDON. C.W.1. For the attention of Mr. C.H.Blazey. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your… | ||
| img105 | Revised governor characteristics and ordering distributors for Bentley 40 engines. | ||
| View original record | 6119 BY/RB.6/B.7.3.39. BENTLEY 40. DISTRIBUTOR AND GOVERNOR. SECTION 8120. In accordance with memo' Rm/Swdl.13/MR. 22.2.39., revised governor characteristics are required for these distributors. We… | ||
| img106 | Modifications to the Phantom III chassis ignition distributor to prevent failures. | ||
| View original record | 6119 c. Rm/RC. S. Roy/Les for HPS. BY/RD.2/B.7.3.39. PHANTOM III CHASSIS. D.CD.1152 - IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR. SECTION 8120. We attach herewith blueprints of the following :- D.76288 - Distributor Head.… | ||
| img107 | Modifications and fault rectifications for a B.V. No.1 Continental unit. | ||
| View original record | To-WPC. from Rm/Swdl. c. Rm/HC. 6119 Rm/Swdl.3/WH.9.3.39. B.V. No.1 UNIT (CONTINENTAL). We are returning the above unit for the following, which later is to be installed in 14.B.V. chassis when this… | ||
| img108 | Request to obtain B.60 Ignition Distributor drive shafts and governors from J. Lucas Ltd. | ||
| View original record | TO RVT; from HPS/WSC. c. Rm/RC. HPS/WSC.2/VS.9.3.39. 0/52445. B.60 IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR. Please obtain for us as quickly as possible from Messrs. J. Lucas Ltd. :- 6 - DB.2327 Drive Shafts and… | ||
| img109 | List of required modifications and checks for Bentley S No. 19 Unit prior to installation in a Paulin chassis. | ||
| View original record | 6119. To HFG. from Rm/Swdl. c. Rm/RC. Rm/Swdl.1/WH.11.3.39. BENTLEY S No.19 UNIT. We are returning the above unit for the following prior to being fitted in the Paulin chassis. (1) New coils to be… | ||
| img110 | List of required modifications for various components on page 2. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/Swdl.1/MH.11.3.39. (11) New rocker cover to be fitted, existing is obsolete having breather hole. (12) Hot spot water return pipe has no tab for fixing. (13) Locking of external nuts to be… | ||
| img111 | Modifications and fault rectifications required for a Bentley V No.1 Continental unit. | ||
| View original record | To OC/G C. Mr. Hives C. Mr. Hall C. Mr. Row/MS. C. Records HPS/WSC.1/TC.11.3.39. O/C5441. BENTLEY V No.1 UNIT - CONTINENTAL. In accordance with Rm/Sudl.1/RM.9.3.39., the above unit is being returned… | ||
| img112 | Modifications to the Distributor & Governor for the Bentley V, enclosing blueprints for a Driving Plate and Spring Ring. | ||
| View original record | [REDACTED] HY/RD.2/B.13.3.39. BENTLEY V. LOP. EB.2287 - DISTRIBUTOR & GOVERNOR - SECTION S120. In accordance with the Experimental Department's recommendation on other distributors, the Driving Plate… | ||
| img113 | Request to manufacture parts for an ignition distributor withdrawing tool for a cam. | ||
| View original record | c. RM/RC. BY/RD.1/B.13.3.39 SECTION 8120 - IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR - WITHDRAWING TOOL FOR CAM. Will you please put in hand, one set of parts to the following blueprints :- DW.941 - Hand Nut. 1 off.… | ||
| img114 | Wear on the Delco distributor spindle for the Wraith model, suggesting an increase in clearance for the spherical collar. | ||
| View original record | Dr/Mr. [REDACTED] C.R. [REDACTED] C. Rm. [REDACTED] Dr/Mr. [REDACTED] 61101 DA.1/G.13.3.39. DELCO DISTRIBUTOR ON WRAITH. Referring to the wear on the distributor spindle, it appears certain from… | ||
| img115 | Letter to Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd. concerning a component failure analysis and requesting handbooks. | ||
| View original record | 6H T EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/RC.6/JH. 14th. March, 1939. Messrs. Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, LONDON.S.W.1. For the attention of Mr.C.H. Blazey. Dear Sirs, With reference to your… | ||
| img116 | Covering order for the repair of a damaged Delco Distributor for a Wraith. | ||
| View original record | 6119 To Roy/Me. c. to G/JWH. RM/KC.3/JH.13.3.39. re Delco Distributor. Will you please issue a covering order to Messrs. Delco Remy for the repair of one 656 RR type distributor sent to them on… | ||
| img117 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding a coupling drive failure in a Delco Distributor and a request for handbooks. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Head Office & Works: 111 GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1 Telegrams: DELREMYHAT, SOWEST, LONDON. Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) CHILDS - 76119 Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd.,… | ||
| img118 | Cost memo for a Delco-Remy Distributor and an estimated cost for another part. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/RC. COPY FOR FILES. Typed 17.3.39. Cost of Delco-Remy Distributor complete (Testing time included) £1. 19. 8d. Estimated figure for Dw.42b R.R. £2. 9. 0d. Naylor 9/4/38. Cost Office… | ||
| img119 | The return of a B.80 No.2 unit for dismantling due to high oil temperature and outlining required modifications. | ||
| View original record | To BP&T from Rm/Swdl. c. Rm/RC. Rm/Swdl.2/MH.18.3.39. B.80 No.2 UNIT. We are returning the above unit which is showing a very high oil temperature rise for dismantling and inspection. The same trouble… | ||
| img120 | Letter to Messrs. Delco Remy & Hyatt regarding the forwarding of two handbooks. | ||
| View original record | 6119 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/RC.2/JH. 21st. March, 1939. Messrs. Delco Remy & Hyatt, 111, Grosvenor Road, LONDON.S.W.1. For the attention of Mr. B. Rushton. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter… | ||
| img121 | Requesting the production of a new ignition distributor cam for the Wraith model for experimentation. | ||
| View original record | To RRG. c. Rm/RC. BY/RD.8/B.21.3.39. WRAITH. DW.426. IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR. SECTION 8120. In order that a series of experiments may be completed, would you please produce for us, 1 Cam to drawing… | ||
| img122 | The necessary modifications and repairs for a returned W.III No.9 unit. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. HJS from Rm/Swdl. c. Rm/RC. Rm/Swdl.6/MH.22.3.39. 2.B.50. We are returning W.III No.9 unit for fitment into the above car, the existing unit B.V. No.6 to be removed. The following attention… | ||
| img123 | Instructions for a DW.949 Distributor Cam, detailing its design, hardening, and specifications. | ||
| View original record | 6119. To [REDACTED] from HPS/WSC. Rm/RC. HPS/WSC.6/BA.22.3.39. We have instructed to-day under code W.81/2 1 - DW.949 Distributor Cam. This cam is a plain hexagon with a radius on the corners and as… | ||
| img124 | Governor spring data specifications for the Continental Bentley distributor. | ||
| View original record | To, By/RD. c. to By c. to Rm/cwd? Rm/RC.1/JH.30.3.39. re Distributor to T.P.DF.2300. Continental Bentley. The governor spring data for obtaining the required characteristic on the above is as follows… | ||
| img125 | Cracking in Bentley V cylinder heads and the urgent request for new blocks and heads made from alternative materials. | ||
| View original record | Distributors 6119 To HPS. from Rm/Swdl. c. RRG/Ve. o. Rm/CEV c. Rm/HC. Rm/Swdl.1/MH.1.4.39. BENTLEY V CYLINDER BLOCKS & HEADS. In view of cylinder head cracking which has occurred on 8.B.V. during the… | ||
| img126 | List of required work and parts for a returned B.60 No.3 unit. | ||
| View original record | 6119 ✓ 90. To Mrg. from Rm/Swdl. c.c. Rm/RC. Rm/Swdl.12/MH.3.4.39. B.60 No.3 UNIT. We are returning the above unit for the following:- (1) Fit both camshaft and crankshaft torsional oscillation shafts… | ||
| img127 | Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd requesting a vacuumatic type distributor for testing on a Wraith engine. | ||
| View original record | 6119 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/RC.15/JH. 5th. April, 1939. Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, London. S.W.1. For the attention of Mr. B. Rushton. Dear Sirs, We wish to carry out some… | ||
| img128 | Requesting the procurement of three rotors from Messrs. Delco Remy & Hyatt for a distributor. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. c. to G/JWH. Rm/RC.17/JH.6.4.39. Will you please obtain for us as soon as possible from Messrs. Delco Remy & Hyatt, three rotors to suit their 662W type distributor. O/N.5418. Rm/RC. | ||
| img129 | Letter from a supplier discussing the fitting of a vacuumatic distributor to a Wraith engine. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Head Office & Works 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telegrams: DELREMYHYAT, SOWEST, LONDON. Telephones VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd., Experimental… | ||
| img130 | Blueprint of a mechanical component with dimensional annotations. | ||
| View original record | 3 3/16, 2 11/16, 3/16 DIA, 2 5/16, 5/16 DIA, 1 3/16 DIA, .061/.062, 7/8 Z | ||
| img131 | Blueprint showing a side view of a mechanical component with dimensional annotations. | ||
| View original record | 7/16 2 1/32 2 1/2 3/16 5/16 2 9/16 7 7/16 3 11/16 D.R. LTD West' | ||
| img132 | Blueprint with front and side elevations of a distributor cap, featuring dimensions and a dial. | ||
| View original record | .091, .093, .122, .123, .4895, .4900, 3 47/64, 2 9/16 DIA., 3/4, 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, E OF ROTOR, ALTERATIONS, FROM, NOTICE, DATE, A, 82C/9B CAP, H.C., 5.10.29, B, C, D, E, F, G, H | ||
| img133 | Blueprint for a C.W. Ignition Distributor. | ||
| View original record | MATERIAL FINISH: MACHINING MACHINING LIMITS: GRIND FOR FRACTIONAL DIMENSIONS ± FOR DECIMAL DIMENSIONS ± UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED. SUPERSEDES REFERENCE: 64768 6476A PART Nọ DRAWN: C.W. TRACED CHECKED… | ||
| img134 | Electrical specification document for distributors related to production testing. | ||
| View original record | FILE. To By. c. to By/KD. RM/RC.4/JH.13.4.39. re Electrical Specification for Distributors to TOP.DR.426 & LOR.DB.2287. We hand you herewith a specification for the production test of the above type… | ||
| img135 | Production, inspection, adjustment, and testing procedure for a distributor and contact breaker. | ||
| View original record | Specification No. ELC.23/DR.426. DB.2287. Production, Inspection, Adjustment and Test of R.R. distributor and contact breaker suitable for Wraith and Bentley V. (1) Inspection should be made that the… | ||
| img136 | Continuation of a specification document detailing test procedures for distributor and governor components. | ||
| View original record | -2- Specification No. C.23.Cont'd. and should lie in the limits 0.017 to 0.021 inches, however, the adjustment should be initially carried out as above. The distributor should now be run at a speed of… | ||
| img137 | Ignition timing advance curves for the Wraith and Bentley V models. | ||
| View original record | -3- 13.4.39. DW.426. (Wraith) Advance degrees. Speed R.P.M. 0° - 125 - 150. 1° - 150 - 190 2½° - 275 - 330 4½° - 450 - 525 9° - 650 - 725 12° - 900 - 1000 14° - 1100 - 1200. Full advance - 14° - 15°.… | ||
| img138 | Letter to Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd requesting a sample vacuumatic distributor for testing and comparison. | ||
| View original record | EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/RC.5/JH. 13th. April,1939. Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, LONDON. C.W.1. For the attention of Mr. B. Rushton. Dear Sir, We thank you for your letter of the… | ||
| img139 | Proposal to modify an eight-cylinder distributor for use on a four-cylinder mockup engine. | ||
| View original record | 6119 993 o.c. [REDACTED] o. Rn/BC. [REDACTED] [REDACTED] BY/RD.7/B.13.4.39. FOUR CYLINDER "MOCKUP" IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR. SECTION ALSO. We propose to use the eight cylinder distributor to LOP. RR.2292… | ||
| img140 | Potential issue with the distributor's contact lever spring and a recommended modification. | ||
| View original record | 6119 To By. c. to By/RD. Rm/RC.1/JH.15.4.39. R.R. Distributor to DW.426. On the above type distributor it is possible to pull back the contact lever when in position, to such an extent as to… | ||
| img141 | Summary comparing the R.R. distributor with the Delco distributor for the Wraith model, outlining faults and performance issues. | ||
| View original record | By. from Rm. C. Mx. R.R. DISTRIBUTOR FOR WRAITH. The following is a summary of the present position of the R.R. and Delco distributor:- In Rm9/R.28.11.38., we recommended that the R.R. distributor… | ||
| img142 | Relative merits of the R.R. and Delco distributors for the Wraith C series. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm1/R.15.4.39. In spite of its short comings, we have agreed to the R.R. distributor being fitted to Wraith C. series owing to the fact that material had been ordered. Now that we know the exact… | ||
| img143 | Inspection and reporting instructions for a dismantled Bentley V No.6 unit following a 20-hour endurance test. | ||
| View original record | 6119. PA To HHG, from Rm/Swdl. O- Rm/GTS. O- Rm/RWS. O. Rm/RC. Rm/Swdl.9/MH.17.4.39. BENTLEY V No.6 UNIT. Will you please inspect and report on the above unit which is now dismantled following an… | ||
| img144 | Assembly specification for rebuilding a B.Y. No.6 unit as a Wraith Ripple No.2. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/Swdl.9/MR.17.4.39. Assembly. As it will be some time before Wraith Ripple unit No.1 will be ready (Spec. Rm/Swdl.9/R.5.4.39) we propose to rebuild this B.Y. No.6 unit as Wraith Ripple No.2… | ||
| img145 | Instruction to issue the electrical specification for distributors to works officials for testing. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm/RC. BY.4/G.19.4.39. ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATION FOR RR. DISTRIBUTORS. Please issue copies of specification under cover of Rm/RC.4/JH.13.4.39. to Works officials affected, and instruct them to test… | ||
| img146 | Selection of an R.R. distributor, comparing designs and considering cost implications. | ||
| View original record | Rm. 6119 BY.9/G.19.4.39. R.R. DISTRIBUTOR. Broadly speaking I agree the facts are as outlined in Rm.1/R.15.4.39, but you are describing the scheme as on Wraith; this, however, had to be used as it… | ||
| img147 | Issuance of new blueprints for ignition governor springs for the Bentley V 'Corniche' model. | ||
| View original record | 6119 99 BT/RB.4/B.19.4.39. BENTLEY V - "CORNICHE". LOP. RB.2300. IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR. SECTION G120. In accordance with memo' Rm/RG.17/JH.30.3.39., giving spring details, we now issue to you herewith,… | ||
| img148 | Oscillograph work for the Wraith ignition system. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 30M. ST. 74907/4/11/38 C.E. 6119 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT REPORT. REFERENCE:- Lr/HWS/SQL.7/WJ.19.4.39. Subject of Report:- OSCILLOGRAPH WORK ON WRAITH IGNITION. General Conclusion:- Oscillograph… | ||
| img149 | Oscillograph work and measurements comparing the ignition systems of the Wraith and Delco-Remy distributors. | ||
| View original record | Lr/HWS/SGL.7/WJ.19.4.39. OSCILLOGRAPH WORK ON 'WRAITH' IGNITION. Oscillograph records have been taken of the primary and secondary voltages and currents in a Wraith ignition coil. The measurements… | ||
| img150 | Analysis of ignition system performance comparing distributor waveforms, voltage, misfiring, and spark energy. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - The waveform showed a peak of about 7000 volts followed by one or more smaller peaks of about 2000 to 4000 volts. These curves were taken with the horizontal scale enlarged to about six times… | ||
| img151 | Analysis of primary current and voltage curves from an experimental commutator distributor. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - energy of the spark. It is possible that when current measurements are made more accurate, and a good waveform obtained, that energy comparisons can be made with the oscillograph. Commutator… | ||
| img152 | Blueprint comparing primary current curves for Wraith ignition systems from Rolls-Royce and Delco-Remy distributors. | ||
| View original record | W Ch. 5 WRAITH IGNITION PRIMARY CURRENT CURVES Rolls Royce DISTRIBUTOR 650 R.P.M. AMPS 2 1 0 Delco - Remy 650 R.P.M. AMPS 2 1 0 Rolls Royce DISTRIBUTOR 1400 R.P.M. Delco - Remy 1400 R.P.M. S.G.L… | ||
| img153 | Blueprint showing primary voltage curves for the Wraith ignition system. | ||
| View original record | WRAITH IGNITION PRIMARY VOLTAGE CURVES VCH 6 ROLLS ROYCE DISTRIBUTOR 650 R.P.M ROLLS ROYCE DISTRIBUTOR 1400 R.P.M DELCO - REMY DISTRIBUTOR 650 R.P.M DELCO - REMY DISTRIBUTOR 1400 R.P.M S.G.L 5.4.39 | ||
| img154 | Comparison of secondary ignition voltage curves for the Wraith model, using both Rolls Royce and Delco-Remy distributors. | ||
| View original record | WRAITH IGNITION SECONDARY VOLTAGE CURVES ROLLS ROYCE DISTRIBUTOR 2250 R.P.M VOLTS 4000 2000 0 PLUG SPARKING PLUG NOT SPARKING VCH 7 Delco - Remy DISTRIBUTOR 2250 R.P.M PLUG SPARKING PLUG NOT SPARKING… | ||
| img155 | Graphs showing commutator distributor primary current curves at different RPMs with advanced and retarded brush timing. | ||
| View original record | COMMUTATOR DISTRIBUTOR PRIMARY CURRENT CURVES V.Ch.8 850 R.P.M. NEGATIVE BRUSH ADVANCED AMPS 2 1 0 850 R.P.M. NEGATIVE BRUSH RETARDED AMPS 2 1 0 S.G.L. 5.4.38 2250 R.P.M NEG. BRUSH ADV'D AMPS 2 1 0… | ||
| img156 | Graph of commutator distributor primary voltage curves at different RPMs and brush settings. | ||
| View original record | COMMUTATOR DISTRIBUTOR PRIMARY VOLTAGE CURVES VCH 9 NEGATIVE BRUSH RETARDED 850 R.P.M. VOLTS 100 50 0 -50 -100 NEGATIVE BRUSH ADVANCED 850 R.P.M. NEG BRUSH RET 2250 R.P.M. VOLTS 100 0 -100 NEG BRUSH… | ||
| img157 | Preliminary report on the bench testing of a B.R. Distributor incorporating a Lucas Governor D.514. | ||
| View original record | To By. c. to By/RD. c. to La. 6119. HM/KC.9/JH.20.4.39. B.R. Distributor to RCD.838. Incorporating Lucas Governor D.514. (Preliminary Report). Governor. (D.514). We have now bench tested the first two… | ||
| img158 | Analysis and recommendations for the distributor, focusing on the lubricating pad, contact plate, and governor mechanism. | ||
| View original record | -2- Distributor. (1) The cam lubricating pad, as supplied in the first place, was found to be too soft, resulting in it being pulled out of its holder, by the action of the cam, after only a short… | ||
| img159 | List of test findings and recommendations regarding oil leakage, terminal robustness, spring tension, and lubricator positioning. | ||
| View original record | -3- RM/HC.9/JH.20.4.39. through into this well, and thus if the condenser is changed, the oil will run out. The presence of oil here may be detrimental to the functioning of the condenser, as it… | ||
| img160 | Blueprint graph of a governor advance curve for a DCD 838 distributor with spring specifications. | ||
| View original record | G.A. 23 DISTRIBUTOR DCD 838 GOVERNOR DW. 814 GOVERNOR ADVANCE CURVE OF R.R. DISTRIBUTOR (R.R.L.2) TO DCD 838 WITH SPRINGS SUPPLIED BY LUCAS 1ST SPRING: OVERALL LENGTH .840" 9 COILS. .175 OUTSIDE DIA… | ||
| img161 | Blueprint graph of a governor advance curve for a DCD.838 distributor, including spring particulars. | ||
| View original record | DEGREES ADVANCE G.A. 21 DISTRIBUTOR DCD.838 GOVERNOR DW. 814. GOVERNOR ADVANCE CURVE OF R.R. DISTRIBUTOR TO DCD 838 (P.R.L.I) SPRINGS FITTED TO SUIT B.V. LIMITS FOR W.I.I. No.9 DECREASING SPEED… | ||
| img162 | Graph showing the governor advance characteristics of a DCD 838 distributor with different spring configurations. | ||
| View original record | GA 22 DISTRIBUTOR DCD 838 GOVERNOR DW 814 DEGREES ADVANCE DISTRIBUTOR SPEED R.P.M. (1) (2) (3) (4) LIMITS GOVERNOR ADVANCE OF R.R. DISTRIBUTOR TO DCD 838 (R.R.L) SHOWING CHANGE IN CHARACTERISTIC WHEN… | ||
| img163 | Despatch of alloy cast iron cylinder blocks and heads from the iron foundry. | ||
| View original record | To HFS. C.Re/CWG1. C.Pm/DSS. C.Pm/RC. C.Rm/AG. C.FG. AH. 6119 Distributors HHC/Vs.1/SP.21.4.39. Iron Foundry. As promised, the following Alloy Cast Iron Cylinder Blocks and Heads have been despatched… | ||
| img164 | The application of twin contact breakers to an ignition distributor for Wraith & Bentley V models. | ||
| View original record | DA/MS. c. Rm. 6119 23 DA.9/G.22.4.39. CHILDS IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR. WRAITH & BENTLEY V. Herewith D.CD.1302 shewing the application of twin contact breakers to an existing design of distributor, and… | ||
| img165 | Updates to the specification for the W.III No. 10 Unit for the Continental Bentley. | ||
| View original record | -6119 -9- To Mrs. from RM/Swdl. c. RM/HC. o. RMy/NMC. RM/Swdl.3/WH.22.4.39. W.III NO.10 UNIT. Further to our specification for the above unit (RM/Swdl.2/aH.1.4.39) which is now to be used for the… | ||
| img166 | Request for samples of 'Diakon' and 'Erinoid' compression moulding powders and associated technical information. | ||
| View original record | 6119 To Roy. C. to G.J.H. RM/IC.10/JH.24.4.39. Will you please obtain for us ½ lb. sample tins of the following powders for compression moulding :- 'Diakon' from I.C.I. (Plastics) Ltd., Nobel House,… | ||
| img167 | Complaint report W.332 regarding a loose rivet on the contact finger of part WXA-46 causing high resistance. | ||
| View original record | 6119. CHILDS #S - C. Md. Br - N. Levallois Nice c. to Rm. c. to GWH (E) SX/JB.16/MG.24.4.39 WRAITH DISTRIBUTORS ------------------ Complaint Report No. W.332. The trouble with the contact finger on… | ||
| img168 | Modified spring drive for distributors on all cast iron engines. | ||
| View original record | SF/RS. c. Rm, Or-Rm/Swdl. o. Da/JD. 6119 DA.7/G.25.4.39. 22 DISTRIBUTOR DRIVE FOR ALL CAST IRON ENGINES. Please receive herewith :- E.CD.1342 Modified Spring Drive for Distributors. B.60, B.80 and… | ||
| img169 | The introduction of Bakelite gap plates for floorboards. | ||
| View original record | 6119 EY.4/C.FE.4.39. [REDACTED] Rm/RC. BAKELITE GAP PLATES OF FLOORBOARDS. As a result of the modifications made to the above pieces, I am quite satisfied that the Bakelite gap plate can be introduced… | ||
| img170 | Letter to supplier Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding a faulty contact lever on a low-mileage Wraith car. | ||
| View original record | EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/KC.19/JH. 27th. April, 1939. Messrs. Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, LONDON.S.W.1. For the attention of Mr. B. Rushton. Dear Sirs, A Wraith car has recently… | ||
| img171 | New governor design for ignition distributors. | ||
| View original record | COPY C. Rm. 6119 DA.11/G.10.5.39. IGNITION DISTRIBUTORS, GOVERNORS. Herewith D.CD.1356 shewing a design of governor which can be applied to the existing D.CD.838 Distributors, and can be used as a… | ||
| img172 | Requesting a check on the readiness and production of various ignition distributors. | ||
| View original record | 649 To RM/RC. from RM/Swal. c. By/AD. c. HPS/RH. RM/Swal.2/WH.11.5.39. IGNITION DISTRIBUTORS. Will you please check that the necessary distributors are in hand and will be ready for the following new… | ||
| img173 | List of modifications required to convert a B.V. No.1 unit from a Continental to a standard B.V. specification. | ||
| View original record | GJ 6119. S1 To - HPS. from Rm/Swdl. c.c HFS/WH. c.c Rm/PD. c.c Rm/CTS. c.c Rm/WC. Rm/Swdl.3/WH.11.5.39. 10.B.V. (B.V. NO.1 UNIT). The unit in the above car was built as a Continental job and at the… | ||
| img174 | Return of 12 rejected Delco-Remy distributor shaft assemblies due to the softness of the cam. | ||
| View original record | 6119 To Roy. c. to G/JWH. Rm/KC.11/JH.11.5.39. re Delco-Remy Distributors. We have received from the production Dept. 12 shaft assemblies which have been taken off cars and rejected on account of the… | ||
| img175 | Request to issue a covering order for one sample distributor from Messrs. Delco Remy & Hyatt. | ||
| View original record | 6119 To Roy. c. G/JWH. Rm/RC.12/JH. 11.5'39 re Delco-Remy Distributors. Will you please issue a covering order to Messrs. Delco Remy & Hyatt, for one sample distributor which they are making up for… | ||
| img176 | Urgent request to obtain two 6bc w type Delco Remy distributors for 6 cylinder firing. | ||
| View original record | 6119 To Roy. c. to G/JWH. Rm/RC.14/JH.11.5.39. re Delco Remy Distributors. Will you please obtain for us as soon as possible from Messrs. Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd., two 6bc w type distributors, suitable… | ||
| img177 | Checking the availability of ignition distributors for new engine units. | ||
| View original record | 6119 To Rm/RC. from Rm/Swdl. c. BY/RB. c. HPS/RH. Rm/Swdl.2/MH.11.5.39. [Handwritten]: A/C to distributors IGNITION DISTRIBUTORS. Will you please check that the necessary distributors are in hand and… | ||
| img178 | Requesting modifications to the Bentley V distributor to suit 7-1 pistons. | ||
| View original record | 6119 To By/RD, c. to Da. c. to Rm/Swdl. c. to Rm/RC. Rm/IMW.3/JH.12.5.39. BENTLEY V DISTRIBUTOR TO SUIT 7 - 1 PISTONS. Will you please proceed with a vernier knob adjustment on the new type R.R.… | ||
| img179 | Inspection report for the B.80 No.3 unit following a 50-hour endurance test, listing required checks. | ||
| View original record | To HPS from Rm/Swdl. c. HPS/RH c. RM/CWS c. RM/RC. 6117 Rm/Swdl.6/WH.15.5.39. B.80 NO.3 UNIT. The above unit has been returned after 50 hrs. endurance test and should be inspected prior to being… | ||
| img180 | List of assembly and inspection instructions for an engine, including component checks and replacements. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hm/Swdl.6/WH.15.5.39. Distributor to be handed to Rm/RC. for report on condition. Crack test flywheel. Crack test camwheel and check whether any increase in backlash has developed between the… | ||
| img181 | List of required parts and identified faults, categorised into oil leaks, water leaks, and general issues. | ||
| View original record | -3- (13) New belt required, existing has stretched. (14) Strengthened type of tappet covers. The following faults were noticed on the bed and should receive attention. Oil Leaks. (a) Past rear main… | ||
| img182 | The issue of blueprints for revised Governor Weights on the Bentley V 'Corniche' ignition distributor. | ||
| View original record | 6119. Exi [Redacted Text] BT/RD.S/R.25.S.39. BENTLEY V "CORNICHE". LOP. DB.2300. Ignition Distributor. Section S120. Please receive herewith, blueprints of :- DB.2404 - Governor Weight. (Lower). 1… | ||
| img183 | Ignition advance characteristics and speed curves for Bentley 60 and Bentley 80 models. | ||
| View original record | 6119. S. Es/RC. BY/RD.2/B.23.5.39. IGNITION ADVANCE CHARACTERISTICS. Herewith, advance stroke speed curves for Bentley 60 and Bentley 80. On attached sheets C.1 and C.2, we show in full line the… | ||
| img184 | The limitations of control settings at different speeds. | ||
| View original record | -2- HY/RD.2/B.23.5.39. The limit of 1° at slow speed is often too fine whereas 1° at high speed is often too coarse. HY/RD Att: C.1. C.2. C.3. | ||
| img185 | The development of a governor curve for the Bentley V to suit 7-1 raised crown pistons and use of vernier control to correct for fuel variations. | ||
| View original record | To-By. from hm/IHW. C. Dr. D. Dr/Jar. S. Dr/Hes. E. Dr/Swdl. O. Dr/RC. Gr. NKK 6119. BENTLEY V. Development of governor curve to suit 7-1 raised crown pistons, and use of vernier control to correct… | ||
| img186 | Fuel detonation tests and the development of a vernier control system to counteract it. | ||
| View original record | -2- (2) To find the actual variation in detonation on different fuels, and amount of retard necessary to eliminate it. (3) To adapt the governor curve to suit a vernier control. (4) To measure the… | ||
| img187 | Recommendations for engine ignition timing, governor curve, and vernier control settings based on dynamometer test results. | ||
| View original record | -3- RM/IMS.3/MHY1.6.39. (4) Dynamometer curves were taken for power against ignition advance at various speeds and the results are shown in Fig. III. The power losses for the three settings of the… | ||
| img188 | Graph of governor curves for the Bentley 'V' engine, comparing different piston configurations. | ||
| View original record | FIG I BENTLEY 'V' GOVERNOR CURVES DEGREES ON FLYWHEEL B.T.D.C. A 8 BV WITH 6.5:1 R.C. PISTONS B 8 BV WITH 7:1 R.C. PISTONS C 7 BV WITH 7:1 R.C. PISTONS D FINAL CURVE FOR PRODUCTION | ||
| img189 | Graph of detonation curves on various fuels for a Bentley V engine with 7-1 R.C. pistons. | ||
| View original record | BENTLEY V WITH 7-1 R.C. PISTONS DETONATION CURVES ON VARIOUS FUELS RANGING FROM DISCOL TO REDLINE N°1 WITH WATER & WITH 38% ZERO IN THE RADIATOR. SHOWS FINAL CURVE ARRIVED AT BY DEDUCTION & BY TRIAL &… | ||
| img190 | Series of graphs plotting Brake Horsepower (B.HP) against flywheel degrees B.T.D.C. at various engine speeds. | ||
| View original record | B.H.P. 1600 R.P.M. 8° LATE 1.1 H.P. LOSS 4° LATE 0.25 H.P. LOSS T.D.C. LOSS NIL 3200 R.P.M. 8° LATE 0.4 H.P. LOSS 4° LATE LOSS NIL T.D.C. 1 H.P. LOSS 800 R.P.M. 8° LATE 3.1 H.P. LOSS 4° LATE 1.6 H.P.… | ||
| img191 | Distributor governor curve for production on a Bentley 'Y' model with 7:1 R.C. pistons. | ||
| View original record | FIG IV RANGE TO BE 15° + 1° LIMIT BENTLEY 'Y' WITH 7:1 R.C. PISTONS. DISTRIBUTOR GOVERNOR CURVE FOR PRODUCTION. WITH FIXED IGNITION TO BE TIMED 5° ON FLYWHEEL AFTER T.D.C. WITH D.C.D. 1373 VERNIER… | ||
| img192 | Request to test a new characteristic governor and drive shaft for a Bentley 60 distributor. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm/RC. BY/RD.3/B.1.6.39. 6119 BENTLEY 60 : DISTRIBUTOR - SEC:8120. DB.2327 - New Characteristic Governor & Drive Shaft. We hand you herewith, 1 unit to be assembled for test. Before completing… | ||
| img193 | Blueprints and requirements for new ignition distributor parts with a Vernier adjustment. | ||
| View original record | 6119 HY/MB.G/B.2.6.39. BENTLEY V. IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR. SOP. NO. 2445. SECTION 81.20. D.62.1373 - Vernier Adjustment. Please receive herewith blueprints of the following new parts detailed in… | ||
| img194 | List of blueprints for the Ignition Distributor with twin contact breakers for the Bentley V & Wraith Chassis. | ||
| View original record | o. Rm/RC. BY/RD.3/B.6.6.39. BENTLEY V & WRAITH CHASSIS. IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR. SECTION 8120. D.CD.1302 - Twin Contact Breakers. Herewith, blueprints of the following, detailed to the above scheme :- x… | ||
| img195 | Sending a Lucas Contact Breaker Assembly to J. Lucas for a new Phosphor Bronze Bush to be fitted. | ||
| View original record | To Bap, from HPS/WSC. Rm/RC. HPS/WSC.14/BA.7.6.39. O/50249. Lucas Ignition Distributor. We hand you herewith:- 1 Lucas Contact Breaker Assembly. Will you please forward same to Messrs. J.Lucas… | ||
| img196 | Notification of new blueprints for an Ignition Governor Spring for the Bentley V 'Corniche'. | ||
| View original record | ✓ 6119 f.g. [REDACTED] BT/RS.4/B.7.6.39. BENTLEY V "CORNICHE". LOP. No.8000. IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR . SECTION 8120. We hand you herewith new blueprints (Alteration N649/D), of the following piece :-… | ||
| img197 | Report comparing the slipping torques of a standard taper fit versus a parallel interference fit for the Wraith distributor drive. | ||
| View original record | To: [redacted] from HPS/Bl. c. to Rm. cc to [redacted] cc to [redacted] CHILDS HPS/Bl.2/CB.8.6.39. WRAITH DISTRIBUTOR DRIVE. Spindle. DW.411. Fork. E.51718. To prove whether or not the tapers could be… | ||
| img198 | Scheme for the application of Vernier Control to R.R. Distributors with a flat plate type Lucas Governor. | ||
| View original record | 6119 ✓ BA.18/9.6.39. CMLOS - BENTLEY 60, BENTLEY 80 AND CONVENTIONAL E. D.CD.1400 - IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR. SECTION 8120. The above scheme shows the application of the Vernier Control to R.R.… | ||
| img199 | Diagnosing an engine misfire caused by a slack distributor plate and the subsequent fix. | ||
| View original record | 407 / To By. c. to Du. c. to Ey/Mb. Rm/WB.2/JH.10.6.39. Rm/Sym. reported 25.5.VI. was misfiring as the heat of the engine increased and that the cause may be due to the coil overheating (considering… | ||
| img200 | Instructions for inspecting and setting up No.10 Unit (14.B.V.) prior to fitting in a chassis. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from KM/Swdl. c.c HFS/RH c.c RM/RC. ...III NO.10 UNIT (14.B.V.) We are returning the above unit for the following, after which it is to be fitted in 14.B.V. chassis. (1) Remove lower half and… | ||
| img201 | The standardization of a distributor governor curve for different compression ratio pistons. | ||
| View original record | 6119 To Ey. from Rm/IMW. c.c. Der c.c. By/RB. c.c. Rm/Swat. c.c. Rm/EC. c.c. Rm/TR. B.V. PRODUCTION - DISTRIBUTOR GOVERNOR CURVE. Following the decision to standardise 6.5 : 1 compression pistons… | ||
| img202 | Distributor governor curve for production Bentley V engines with specific 7-1 and 6.5-1 ratio pistons. | ||
| View original record | BENTLEY V WITH 7-1 R.C. PISTONS EB.4740 & 6.5-1 R.C. PISTONS EB.4587 DISTRIBUTOR GOVERNOR CURVE FOR PRODUCTION RANGE TO BE 15° + 1° LIMIT WITH FIXED IGNITION TO BE TIMED 5° ON FLYWHEEL AFTER T.D.C.… | ||
| img203 | Graph showing the governor advance curve for a distributor on a Wraith III engine. | ||
| View original record | GOVERNOR ADVANCE CURVE OF R.R. DISTRIBUTOR No. 1 TO DB/2300 FOR WRAITH III No. 10. (14 B.V.) LIMITS TO RM/SWDL/MM 10-6-39 INITIAL SETTING 4° B.T.D.C. ON FLYWHEEL MAIN SPRING AS DB/2352 BUT FREE ANGLE… | ||
| img204 | The adjusted distributor governor characteristics for a Bentley 'Corniche' No.10 Unit. | ||
| View original record | To Ry. c. to Ry/RD. c. to Rm/Swdl. c. to Rm/IMW. 6119 Rm/RC.15/JH.14.6.39. re Bentley 'Corniche' (14.B.V). W.111 No.10 Unit. With reference to Rm/Swdl.1/MH.10.6.39. we have now adjusted the… | ||
| img205 | The urgent purchase of two 8-cylinder Delco-Remy distributors. | ||
| View original record | (119 To ROY. c. to G/JWH. Rm/RC.11/JH.22.6.39. re Delco-Remy Distributors. Will you please obtain as soon as possible from Messrs. Delco Remy & Hyatt ltd. two 662W type distributors suitable for 8… | ||
| img206 | Spring details and characteristics for the distributor and governor assembly. | ||
| View original record | 6119 To By. c. to Da. c. to By/Rd. c. to Rm/Swdl. c. to Rm/IMW. Rm/RC.2/JH.27.6.39. Distributor and Governor to LOP.JB.2287 (B.V. Production). With reference to Rm/IM.8/WH.13.6.39. we have now… | ||
| img207 | Graph of the governor advance curve for an S.R. distributor, showing operating limits against RPM. | ||
| View original record | GOVERNOR ADVANCE CURVE OF S.R. DISTRIBUTOR No. 4 TO D.W./426 SPRINGS FITTED TO SUIT NEW G.V. LIMITS TO REPORT Km/JMW 3.6.39 MAIN SPRING .800" LONG .048" WIRE 12 1/4 COILS MEAN DIA .344" FREE ANGLE… | ||
| img208 | Notice about new governor springs and frame required for the revised ignition characteristics of the Bentley V 'Corniche' ignition distributor. | ||
| View original record | 6119 HY/RD.4/R.30.6.39. BENTLEY V - "CORNICHE". IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR. SECTION SL30. New governor springs and a governor frame are required to provide for the revised ignition characteristics in… | ||
| img209 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. enclosing two New Departure Handbooks as requested. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Head Office & Works: 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telegrams: DELREMYHYAT, SOWEST, LONDON Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., DERBY. Attention… | ||
| img210 | Returning seventeen rejected Delco-Remy distributor shaft assemblies due to soft cams. | ||
| View original record | To Les. c. to G/JWH. Rm/RC.2/JH.4.7.39. re Delco-Remy Distributor shaft assemblies. We have received from the production dept. seventeen shaft assemblies which have been rejected for soft cams. Will… | ||
| img211 | Accompanying a revised specification for ignition distributors, detailing changes to governor characteristics. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm/RC. BY/RD.2/B.4.7.39. We send you herewith revised copy of Specification No. ELC.23 for Ignition Distributors to DW.426, DB.2287 and DB.2445. The Specification in general is unaltered but the… | ||
| img212 | Specification for the production, inspection, adjustment, and testing of a distributor and contact breaker suitable for Wraith and Bentley V models. | ||
| View original record | 4.7.39. ------- Specification No. ELC23.(DW.426. (DB.2287. (DB.2445. Production, Inspection, Adjustment and Test of R.R. Distributor and Contact Breaker suitable for Wraith and Bentley V. (1)… | ||
| img213 | Continuation of specification ELC23, detailing tests for distributor and governor components. | ||
| View original record | -2- Specification No. ELC23. (Contd). and should lie in the limits 0.017 to 0.022 inches, however, the adjustment should be initially carried out as above. The distributor should now be run at a speed… | ||
| img214 | Specification changes for the connecting rods, bushes, and carburettor on a 12.B.V. Chassis (L.R.2) Ripple Unit. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/Swdl. c. HPS/RH. C. RM/WFB. C. RM/R. Rm/Swdl.1/WH.4.7.39. RIPPLE UNIT FOR 12.B.V. CHASSIS (L.R.2). Further to our memo Rm/Swdl.3/AH.10.6.39, will you please include the following in… | ||
| img215 | Note on fitting an R.R. ignition distributor in place of an existing Delco unit on a Wraith model. | ||
| View original record | -2- HM/Swdl.1/WH.4.7.39. (3) R.R.Ignition distributor to be fitted in place of existing Delco. This should be production Wraith unless HM/RC. requires any alternative. HM/Swdl. | ||
| img216 | Letter from the Experimental Department to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding a New Departure Handbook. | ||
| View original record | EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. RM/RC.6/JH. 5th. July, 1939. Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, LONDON..S.W.1. For the attention of Mr. B. Rushton. Dear Sirs, We thank you for yours of the 3rd.… | ||
| img217 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd regarding a New Departure ball bearing handbook. | ||
| View original record | ROLLER BEARINGS TELEGRAMS: DELREMYHYAT SOWEST LONDON AND NEW DEPARTURE BALL BEARINGS TELEPHONES: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD 111 GROSVENOR ROAD LONDON S.W.1. YOUR REF. RmRC.6/JE.… | ||
| img218 | Letter to Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the 'New Departure Handbook'. | ||
| View original record | EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. RM/HC.5/JH. 8th. July, 1939. Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, LONDON.S.W.1. Your ref. LAP/FJ. Dear Sirs, We thank you for yours of the 6th. July with the enclosed… | ||
| img219 | Valve timing and ignition specifications for the Bentley V. Corniche. | ||
| View original record | To By/WS. from Rm/Swdl. c. By/RD. c. By/CS. c. RM/RC. Rm/Swdl.1/WH.8.7.39. BENTLEY V. CORNICHE. With reference to your memo By/WS.5/MG.7.7.39 as to the timing diagram, in respect of the valve timing,… | ||
| img220 | Request to obtain three vacuum control units and a booklet from the Delco-Remy Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | To Les. c. to G/JWH. Rm/HC.4/JH.11.7.39. Will you please obtain from the Delco-Remy Co.Ltd. three vacuum control units suitable for fitment to their type No.636.RD. distributors. We would prefer a… | ||
| img221 | Testing and modifying a Lucas Governor due to sluggish performance and susceptibility to contact lever pressure. | ||
| View original record | To By c. to Da. c. to By/RD. c. to Rm/Swdl. Rm/RC/JH.11.7.39. re Lucas Governor to DB.2327. On a previous test of this type of governor (see Rm/RC.9 JH.20.4.39) it was found that the unit was sluggish… | ||
| img222 | Slight modification to the characteristic of several units, including the distributor for I.F.F. | ||
| View original record | -2- RM/RC.9/JH.11.7.39. and by making a slight modification to the characteristic. This has already been done on several units, including the distributor for I.F.F... RM/RC. | ||
| img223 | Graph showing the governor advance curve for a special Lucas governor assembly under test conditions. | ||
| View original record | GOVERNOR ADVANCE CURVE OF SPECIAL LUCAS GOVERNOR ASSEMBLY 495045 (DB 2327) SUBMITTED FOR TEST MAKE RATIO .75 CONTACT BREAKER GAPS .017" CAM BREAK PERIOD 0, 0, ½E, 0, 0, ¼I. CONTACT BREAKER SPRING LOAD… | ||
| img224 | Test specifications for the Wraith Ripple Unit No.2, detailing governor curves and flywheel advance settings. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/EC. from Rm/Swdl. or Bx/ED. WRAITH RIPPLE UNIT NO.2 FOR 12.B.V. CHASSIS 15,000 MILES. The above unit now on test has a compression ratio of 6.3 : 1 and the governor curve required is as… | ||
| img225 | Investigation into misfires on a 25.G.VI model, tracing the fault to a worn distributor bush. | ||
| View original record | 6017 / 6119 COPY FOR FILES. To Rm. from Rm/RC. Typed 17.7.39. RE FAULTY IGNITION ON 25.G.VI. Owing to a report of misfires on "pick-up" on the above car, an investigation has been carried out on the… | ||
| img226 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding a write-up on Vacuum Ignition Control. | ||
| View original record | 6119 DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Telegrams: DELREMYAT, SOWEST, LONDON. Head Office & Works: 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) Messrs.Rolls-Royce, Ltd., DERBY. YOUR… | ||
| img227 | Letter from the Experimental Department to Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd. acknowledging their letter and a booklet on vacuum control. | ||
| View original record | 6119 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. RM/AC.2/JH. 9th. August, 1939. Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, LONDON.S.W.1. Your ref. LRS/P3.c/F. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 28th. July… | ||
| img228 | Servicing notes for the Delco distributor on the A and B Series Wraith. | ||
| View original record | 6144 DELCO DISTRIBUTOR - WRAITH --------------------------- The Delco distributor used on A and B Series Wraith has proved to be reliable except for certain points which are not altogether the fault… | ||
| img229 | Requesting to obtain a 4-cylinder distributor unit from Lucas for endurance testing. | ||
| View original record | 6119 To Les. c. to G/JWH. RM/RC9.JH..3.11.39. Will you please obtain from Messrs. Lucas one 4 cylinder type distributor model DK4A type G/4 service 405567. We wish to buy this unit as it will probably… | ||
| img230 | Letter from Joseph Lucas Limited regarding the dispatch and delivery of various automotive components. | ||
| View original record | HEAD OFFICES & WORKS: GREAT KING ST. BIRMINGHAM. CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY, INDIA OFFICE, G.P.O. AND LEADING RAILWAYS. JOSEPH LUCAS LIMITED GREAT KING STREET BIRMINGHAM 19… | ||
| img231 | New lubrication scheme for the distributor drive using a specially drilled camshaft. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/CTS. c. HPS/RH. Rm/CTS.4/BA.9.1.40. Distributor Drive lubrication. We send you herewith PD.481, which shows a special drilling of the Camshaft for lubrication of the distributer… | ||
| img232 | Inquiring about production limits for cylinder timing variation and a bent spindle. | ||
| View original record | 169 To Rm/RC. from Rm. Rm.3/JH.11.1.40. I want to know what you consider to be a production limit for the timing to vary betweem cylinders and whether you think the Delco or Lucas are as good as the… | ||
| img233 | Querying cylinder timing limits, comparing Delco/Lucas systems, and asking about a bent spindle on 4.B.50. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/RC. from Rm. Rm.3/JH.11.1.40. I want to know what you consider to be a production limit for the timing to vary between cylinders and whether you think the Delco or Lucas are as good as the R.R.… | ||
| img234 | The accuracy and error measurements for Delco Remy Cams. | ||
| View original record | R.M. Accuracy of Delco Remy Cams 6 Cylinder Type 15/16" between consecutive lobes. average of 4 1 9/16 all round error. 8 Cylinder Type 1 1/2 between consecutive lobes. average of 3 1 1/6 all round… | ||
| img235 | Performance and hardness of a 6-cylinder distributor cam, comparing Delco, Lucas, and in-house models. | ||
| View original record | FRH. CHILDS "Can you give me an average for 6 distributor by Delco?" The position of the R-R cam is as follows:- "The contact points must break every 60 degrees during rotation of the cam with a… | ||
| img236 | Delco distributor performance, a bent spindle issue on part 4B50, and rotor removal instructions. | ||
| View original record | that, in spite of the greater variation, the Delco distributor makes for a better engine performance than the R.R. pointing to the fact that within certain limits a little error in the cam does not… | ||
| img237 | Bent distributor shafts caused by rotor removal and a revised procedure. | ||
| View original record | RC. S.M.J.S. S.M.F. M.J.S. J.F.T. J.H.P. L.G.W. J.D.F. H.L. H.S. Test-Shop. Test-Beds. In the past, Distributor shafts have been bent, due to a tight rotor being withdrawn from the spindle by means of… | ||
| img238 | Bent distributor shafts due to improper rotor removal and advising a new procedure. | ||
| View original record | 6119 To Rm/FJH. To Wym. CP. TA. JR. Col. AnR. JC. FH. H'm. EB. CL. Darby. Test Beds. Rm/HC.S/Jd.17.1.40. In the past, distributor shafts have been bent, due to a tight rotor being withdrawn from the… | ||
| img239 | Letter to a supplier concerning a wartime development programme and an order for 8-cylinder distributors. | ||
| View original record | Misc Rm.5/ML 21st. Feb: 1940. B.Rushton,Esq., Messrs Delco-Remy & Hyatt.Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, London.S.W.1. Dear Mr. Rushton, We are carrying out a fairly comprehensive development programme… | ||
| img240 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding assistance with eight-cylinder distributors. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Telegrams: DELREMHAYAT. SOWEST. LONDON Head Office & Works: 111 GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1 Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd., DERBY. Attention of… | ||
| img241 | Redesign of B.60 & B.80 H.T. wiring tubes from round to formed flat sheet. | ||
| View original record | 6119 1044 To Rm. from Jnr. c. to Ev/HH. Jnr.1/JH.28.2.40. B.60 & B.80 H.T. Wiring Tubes. We attach herewith two prints of PL.126 B.60 H.T. tubes for Delco Distributor, PL.127 B.80 H.T. tubes for Delco… | ||
| img242 | Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. requesting the development and supply of an 8-cylinder distributor. | ||
| View original record | 6119 Rm/RC.2/L. 7.3.30. Messrs Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, London. . . . For the attention of Mr. R. D. Rushton. Dear Sirs, You have kindly supplied us from time to time, with an… | ||
| img243 | Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the design and order of Model 662 distributors. | ||
| View original record | Alice 6119 Experimental Dept., Rm/SC.19/IL. 15.3.40. Messrs Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, London.S.W.1. For the attention of Mr. B. Rushton. We thank you for your letter of the 8th.… | ||
| img244 | Governor specification for 66258U distributors, detailing advance degrees versus speed. | ||
| View original record | GOVERNOR SPECIFICATION for 66258U DISTRIBUTORS. Advance Degrees. Speed R.P.M. Start . . . . . . . . . . . . 150-175 1/2 deg. + 1deg. . . . . . . . . 250 3 1/2 deg. .. .. . . . . . . . . 500 9 deg. ..… | ||
| img245 | Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the modification and order of Model 662P and 662MX2 distributors. | ||
| View original record | Experimental Dept., Rm/RC.19/L. 13.3.40. Messrs Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, London, S.W.1. for the attention of Mr. B. Rushton. We thank you for your letter of the 8th. March and the… | ||
| img246 | Governor specification for 662NX2 distributors, detailing advance degrees at various RPM speeds. | ||
| View original record | GOVERNOR SPECIFICATION for 662NX2 DISTRIBUTORS. Advance Degrees. Speed R.P.M. Start . . . . . . . . . . . . 150-175 1½ deg. + 1deg. . . . . . . . 250 5½ deg. . .".. . . . . . . . 500 9 deg. . .".. . .… | ||
| img247 | Governor specifications for B80 to DB2291. | ||
| View original record | 6119 Governor Specification for B80 to DB2291. Advance in Degrees. Speed RPM. Start 150.175 1½° + 1° 250 5½° + 1° 500 9° + 1° 750 11° + 1° 1000 13° + 1° 1250 14½° + 1° 1500 15½° + 1° 1750 15¾° + 1°… | ||
| img248 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the supply and specifications of distributor caps. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Head Office & Works 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1 Telegrams: DELREMYHAT, SOWEST, LONDON Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (9 LINES) RH|Re Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., Derby. For the… | ||
| img249 | Instructions and blueprints for new ignition high-frequency wiring components and fittings. | ||
| View original record | 6119 d lower To Hm. c, to Ev. KV/HH.2/JP.19.3.40. B.80. Wire and Fittings - Section S 10. PL.187. Ignition H.F. Wiring Delco Dist: Please receive herewith blueprints of the following new drawings… | ||
| img250 | New drawings and instructions for ignition wire tubes, assemblies, and brackets for the B.60 3 1/4 Bore engine. | ||
| View original record | 6119 d-1044 To Rm. c. to Ev. EV/HH.1/JE.19.3.40. B.60 3 1/4 Bore. Wire and Fittings - Section S'10. PL.126 Ignition H.T. Wiring Delco. Dist: Please receive herewith blueprints of the following new… | ||
| img251 | Enquiry to Delco-Remy & Hyatt regarding the supply of various distributors and spare parts. | ||
| View original record | Rm/RC.2/JH. 21st, March, 1 40. Messrs. Delco-Remy & Hyatt, 111, Grosvenor Road, LONDON.S.W.1. For the attention of Mr. E. Rushton. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 15th. March. We are… | ||
| img252 | Arrangement with Messrs. Delco-Remy to supply four 8 cylinder distributors for B.80 engines. | ||
| View original record | 6119 ? To HPS/HH. c. to EV. Em/RO.S/JH.21.3.40. re B.80 Engines. We have arranged for Messrs. Delco-Remy to supply four 8 cylinder type distributors to suit the above type engine. This distributor… | ||
| img253 | Arrangement for Delco-Remy to supply four 8-cylinder type distributors for B.80 engines. | ||
| View original record | 6119 To KPS/RH. c. to EV. Rm/RO.S/JK.21.3.40. re B.80 Engines. We have arranged for Messrs. Delco-Remy to supply four 8 cylinder type distributors to suit the above type engine. This distributor will… | ||
| img254 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. concerning the despatch of 8-cylinder distributors. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. 111 GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1 TELEPHONE: VICTORIA 6241 (6 LINES) TELEGRAMS: DELREMYHYT, SOWEST, LONDON YOUR REF. Messrs. Rolls Royce, Ltd., Derby. OUR REF. BR/HM DATE For… | ||
| img255 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the despatch and specifications of distributors. | ||
| View original record | File Distributors DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Telegrams: DELREMH YAT, SOWEST, LONDON Head Office & Works: 111 GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1 Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd.,… | ||
| img256 | Request to distributors to obtain a condenser and contact levers for a 6 cylinder Delco distributor. | ||
| View original record | PC 6119 L-Y To Des. c. C. S. C. VMG.S/H.16.4.40. Received G.F. 26-4-40 To Distributors. Will you please obt in from the Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd. the following parts :- 1 Col. Condenser co Denmark. 1… | ||
| img257 | Request to obtain distributor condensers and contact levers from Delco Remy & Hyder Ltd. | ||
| View original record | B 11^2 To Des. c. To O/S M. Rm/No.6 'JH.15.4.40. re Distributors. Will you please obtain from the Delco Remy & Hyder Ltd. the following parts :- 1 doz. Distributor condensers. 2 doz. contact levers.… | ||
| img258 | Letter to Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding various automotive electrical components such as distributors, condensers, and radio suppressors. | ||
| View original record | File 6119 Rm/RC.9/JH. 16th. April, 1940. Messrs. Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, LONDON.S.W.1. For the attention of Mr.E.Rushton. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letters of the 11th.… | ||
| img260 | Request to supply missing thrust washers for six and eight-cylinder type distributors. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. On the last 6 six cylinder type distributors and the 4 eight cylinder type no thrust washers have been provided for the drive. Will you please arrange for these to be supplied. Yours… | ||
| img261 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the supply of condensers, contact arms, and thrust washers for distributors. | ||
| View original record | File Distributor DELCO·REMY & HYATT LTD. Telegrams: DELREMYHYAT, SOWEST, LONDON Head Office & Works: 111 GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd.,… | ||
| img262 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the forwarding of four and six-cylinder ignition distributors for inspection. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Telegrams: DELREMYHYAT, SOWEST, LONDON Head Office & Works: 111 GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, SW1 Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 Lines) File Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd., DERBY. YOUR REF.… | ||
| img263 | Request to obtain suppression condensers and tubular fuses from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. | ||
| View original record | LBG. from R/LC. Fleet 6119 EW/T.J 31.1.40. Will you please obtain for us from the Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Rd., London, S.W.1. the following parts: 3...Type 4922 Suppression condensers.… | ||
| img264 | Request to obtain suppression condensers and tubular fuses from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 267. Yca 6119 LES. from Rm/RC. Rm/RC.5/JMS.1.5.40. Will you please obtain for us from the Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Rd., London, S.W.1. the following parts: 3...Type 4322 Suppression… | ||
| img265 | Request to return loaned Delco-Remy & Hyatt distributors after examination. | ||
| View original record | LRS. from Rm/RC. Dee 'b' 119 RC.9/JMS.10.5.40. Will you please return the following to Messrs. Delco-Remy & Hyatt, Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, London, S.W.1: 1. 647 GB. Delco Vacumatic Distributor. 1.… | ||
| img266 | Letter to Delco, Remy & Hyatt regarding the examination of loaned distributors and inquiries about their features for experimental engines. | ||
| View original record | File 6119 Experimental Dept. Rm/RC.1/JM. 10th May, 1940. Delco, Remy & Hyatt, 111 Grosvenor Road, LONDON, S.W.1. FOR THE ATTENTION OF MR. B.RUSHTON. Dear Sir, We thank you for the loan of the 647 GB.… | ||
| img267 | Request to return two Delco Distributors to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. after examination. | ||
| View original record | LML. from RM/MC. 611 R/RC.J/JL.10.5.40. Will you please return the following to Messrs. Delco-Remy & Hyatt, Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, London, S.W.1: 1. 47 SM. Delco Vacuumatic Distributor. 1.… | ||
| img268 | Despatch note for the return of two distributors to Messrs. Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd. | ||
| View original record | File 51151 Hd/P.C. c. to D/EP. c. to Rm/RC. Les/FS.13. 13th May 1940. Please despatch carriage paid to:- Messrs. Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Place, London. S.W.1. 1. Type 647.GB.… | ||
| img269 | Re-order request for three Delco distributors for a Bentley 60 ignition system. | ||
| View original record | 6119 To-Lee, from HPS/CP. c.c.-King. c.c. Rm/RC. HPS/CP.4/SW.14.5.40. 52465 0/SC390 Bentley 60 - Ignition Distributer. Please obtain for us :- 3 - DB.2012 Delco Distributors. Re-order.… | ||
| img270 | Order for spare Delco-Remy Distributor parts. | ||
| View original record | To Ies. from Rm/RC. c. to HPS/RH. 61151 Rm/RC.12/JMc.15.5.40. Please order the following to supplement our stock of spare Delco-Remy Distributor parts:- 6 819639 felt pads. 6 D64.585 Rotors. 24 Rubber… | ||
| img271 | Internal order to supplement the stock of spare Delco-Remy Distributor parts. | ||
| View original record | 6119 To Ies. from Hm/RC. c. to HFG/JH. Re/RC.12/JMc.15.5.40. Please order the following to supplement our stock of spare Delco-Remy Distributor parts:- 6 819639 felt pads. 6 1841563 rotors. 24 Rubber… | ||
| img272 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. concerning the supply and technical specifications of Vacu-matic distributors. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Telegrams: DELREMYHYAT, SOWEST, LONDON Head Office & Works: 111 GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, SW1 Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., Derby. YOUR REF:… | ||
| img273 | Letter regarding the provision of levers for octane adjustment on a distributor. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd. The levers we provide for the Octane adjustment can be fitted to any distributor, providing the shank is of the necessary length to allow for the two levers. Yours… | ||
| img274 | Letter to Delco, Remy & Hyatt regarding the supply and modification of distributor units for experimental engines. | ||
| View original record | Elect. Experimental Dept. Rm/PC.1/JM. 10th May, 1940. Delco, Remy & Hyatt, 111 Grosvenor Road, LONDON, S.W.1. FOR THE ATTENTION OF MR. B. RUSHTON. Dear Sir, We thank you for the loan of the 647 GR.… | ||
| img275 | Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. confirming specifications for four-cylinder units and distributors. | ||
| View original record | Rs/RC.II/ML. 21.5.40. Messrs Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111 Grosvenor Road, London, S.W.1. Dear Sirs, for the attention of Mr. B. Rushton. We thank you for your letter of the 16th. May. We are pleased… | ||
| img276 | Request to obtain distributors and vacuum control units from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 6119 L.A. from Rm/RG. e. Rm/RH. Rm/RC.IS/ML.21.5.40. Will you please obtain for us from Messrs Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 3- 4 cylinder type distributors to part No: 647X. 6- Vacuum control units… | ||
| img277 | Request to obtain 4-cylinder distributors and vacuum control units from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. | ||
| View original record | Memo from Rm/RG. c. Rm/RH. E.C. 6114 Rm/RG.IX/M.21.5.40. Will you please obtain for us from Messrs Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 3- 4 cylinder type distributors to part No: 647X. 6- Vacuum control units… | ||
| img278 | Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd concerning the supply of cylinder units and distributors. | ||
| View original record | File 6119 Rm/RC.IX/ML. 21.5.40. Messrs Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd., IIIg Grosvenor Road, London, S.W.I. Dear Sirs, for the attention of Mr. B. Rushton. We thank you for your letter of the 16th. May. We… | ||
| img279 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding an order for distributors and vacuum control units. | ||
| View original record | File 6119 DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Telegrams: DELREMYHYAT, SOWEST, LONDON. Head Office & Works 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1 Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) Rm / Chields Messrs. Rolls-Royce,… | ||
| img280 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. requesting further details to complete an order for Vacuumatic Distributors. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. 111 GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1 TELEPHONE: VICTORIA 6242 (2 LINES) TELEGRAMS: DELREMYHATT, SOWEST, LONDON For the attention of Mr. Rowbotham YOUR REF. Messrs. Rolls-Royce… | ||
| img281 | Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Co. regarding the advance characteristics and rotation for three distributors. | ||
| View original record | 6119 ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. DERBY. Rm/RC.1/SW. June 17th, 1940. Delco-Remy & Hyatt & Co., Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, LONDON S.W.1. For the attention of Mr.B.Rushton. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter… | ||
| img282 | Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding three distributors, their settings, and direction of rotation. | ||
| View original record | 6119 Elect. Rm/RO.1/SW. June 29th, 1940. Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111 Grosvenor Road, LONDON S.W.1. For the attention of Mr.B.Rushton. Dear Sir, We thank you for your letter of the 27th May,… | ||
| img283 | Instructions and parts list for fitting a 'DELCO' vacuum control distributor to a B.60 Number 6 engine. | ||
| View original record | Copy to Mr. Gill. EW/Ed.2/ST.27.8.40. B.60 NUMBER 6 ENGINE. Distributor Drive Sec. 3000 Distributor Sec. 8120 Vacuum control for "DELCO" Distributor 662NX2 - B 800. Please receive herewith the… | ||
| img284 | Production issue with faulty Delco-Remy distributor cams on the Wraith. | ||
| View original record | To O/KB, from Hm/RC. Hm/RC.6/ST.17.9.40. re O.M. 38033 In November 1938, we ran into trouble on the Wraith production due to the cams of Delco-Remy distributor not being hard enough and, in… | ||
| img285 | Oil fittings for a Delco Remy Distributor and Wraith Spring Drive. | ||
| View original record | 2ND SPARE COPY DP'VR Distributor To: Rm from Rm/HH c: Ev. Rm/HH.7/SW.30.9.40 B.60. Ripplet Oil Fittings Sec. 5200 To suit Delco Remy Distributor and FD.439 Wraith Spring Drive. In accordance with the… | ||
| img286 | Lucas distributor model DK.4A-0 and required modifications for the M.40 Engine. | ||
| View original record | 6119 Rm/Childs. Please arrange with Lucas, To Rm. Or to Rm/HH. Jnr.7/JE.18.10.40. M.40 Engine. Rm We send you herewith PL.375 showing the automatic suction advance coupled with the micrometer… | ||
| img287 | Proposed modifications for a B.W. 40, Delco-Remy 4 cylinder distributor. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/RC. from Rm/HH. c. [REDACTED] c. [REDACTED] Rm/HH.9/SW.8.11.40. B.W. 40 Distributor. We send you herewith blueprint of RD.1734, showing modifications we should like to make to the Delco-Remy 4… | ||
| img288 | Modifications to a Delco-Remy 4-cylinder distributor (B.M. 40). | ||
| View original record | To: [REDACTED] from Rm/HH. c. Rm. c. [REDACTED] Handwritten: Em/Rc. See me Rm Faint Handwritten top right: 3rd Nov/40 Delco 3rd Nov EXPERIMENTAL DEPT (LUCAS) Rm/HH.9/SW.8.11.40. B.M. 40 Distributor.… | ||
| img289 | Letter to Delco Remy & Hyatt regarding modifications for 4-cylinder vacumatic type distributors. | ||
| View original record | Rm/EC.5/LT. 19th November, 1940. Messrs. DELCO REMY & HYATT, 111, Grosvenor Road, LONDON S.W.1. Attention of Mr. B. Rushton. Dear Sirs, With reference to the three 4-cylinder vacumatic type… | ||
| img290 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. discussing the results of a four-cylinder distributor bench test and proposed modifications. | ||
| View original record | Distribution DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. 111 GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1 TELEPHONE: VICTORIA 6242 (6 LINES) TELEGRAMS: DELREMYAT, SOWEST, LONDON YOUR REF. Rm/RC.5/ET OUR REF. BR/HM DATE 2nd. Dec.1940.… | ||
| img291 | Modifications to the Delco-Remy distributor drawing, specifically the position of the locating groove. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/RC. from Rm/HH. c.c. Mr Sm. c.c. Mr Er/GTC. Rm/HH.2/SW.10.12.40. BM.40 Distributor. We have examined the drawing of the Delco-Remy distributor sent under cover of memo Br/HM.2.12.40 and consider… | ||
| img292 | Requesting a covering order for the modification of three distributors sent to Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd. | ||
| View original record | To Boy. from Hm/EC. E... 6119 Hm/EC.6/ET.12.12.40. Will you please arrange for a covering order to be issued to Messrs. Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd., for the modification of three distributors. We have… | ||
| img293 | Letter discussing the modification of distributors, a locating groove issue, and the advantages of an oil-filled coil design. | ||
| View original record | Elec 6119 12th December, 1940. Re/EC/LT. Messrs. DELCO REMY & HYATT, Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, L O N D O N. S.W.1. For the attention of Mr. B. Rushton. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the… | ||
| img294 | Drawing prepared for modifications to a distributor with suction micrometer advance. | ||
| View original record | 6119 ✓ To Rm. from Rm/HH. c. to Rm/RC. c. [REDACTED] c. [REDACTED] Rm/HH.4/SW.14.12.40. Myth M.40. Distributor - Sec.S120. PL.375 Suction - Michrometer Advance. The following drawing has been prepared… | ||
| img295 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. discussing alterations to a Distributor Base and an article on Chevrolet Ignition. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. 111 GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1 TELEPHONE: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) TELEGRAMS: DELREMYAT, SOWEST, LONDON Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., Derby. YOUR REF. Rm/EC/4.RT OUR REF. BR/HM… | ||
| img296 | Letter to Lucas Ltd. requesting modifications for a DK4-C type distributor. | ||
| View original record | (F-54) 1st January, 1941. Rm/RC.9/EM. Messrs. Lucas Ltd., Great King Street, BIRMINGHAM 19. For the attention of Mr. Crupper. Dear Sirs, Some time ago we obtained from your firm a DK4-C type… | ||
| img297 | Letter to Messrs. Dixon & Wyatt Ltd. requesting a unit for an engine, referencing previous correspondence. | ||
| View original record | Rm/HC.6/AH. 1st January, 1941. Messrs. DIXON & WYATT Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, LONDON, S. W. 1. For the attention of Mr. H. Rushton. Dear Sirs, With reference to our letter of 28th December 1940,… | ||
| img298 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. confirming the despatch of one Distributor. | ||
| View original record | 6119 DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. 111 GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1 TELEPHONE: VICTORIA 6242 (2 LINES) TELEGRAMS: DELREMYAT, SOWEST, LONDON Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby. YOUR REF. Rm/RC.E/FT OUR REF.… | ||
| img299 | Letter to Messrs. BRICO R.W.P. Ltd. acknowledging their letter and the forthcoming dispatch of a distributor. | ||
| View original record | 6119 Rm/RC.1/S. 9th January, 1941. Messrs. BRICO R.W.P. Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, London S.W.1. For the attention of Mr. Blaney. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 4th January, and we are… | ||
| img300 | Letter from Joseph Lucas Ltd concerning the supply of a modified Timing Lever and Bracket. | ||
| View original record | HEAD OFFICES & WORKS: GREAT KING ST., BIRMINGHAM. CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY, INDIA OFFICE, G.P.O. AND LEADING RAILWAYS. "KING OF THE ROAD" LAMPS, HORNS, CYCLEALITIES,… | ||
| img301 | Myth BM.40 Distributor, approving the use of a Lucas plate which requires housing modification. | ||
| View original record | 6119 To Rm/RC. from Rm/HH. c. Ivan. Rm/HH.1/SW.20.1.41. Myth BM.40 Distributor. With reference to the reply from Lucas reference X/BGC/17, your reference Rm/RC.9/ET, there appears to be no reason why… | ||
| img302 | Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. concerning a bracket, housing, and starter drive. | ||
| View original record | 6119 21st January, 1941. Rn/RC.7/MM. Messrs. Joseph Lucas Ltd., Great King Street, Birmingham. Attention of Mr. F.C.Crupper (Your ref. W/HC/17.) Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of the 15th… | ||
| img303 | Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. regarding a 4-cylinder distributor bracket and starter drives. | ||
| View original record | 61 | 19 21st January, 1941. Rm/RC.7/ET. Messrs. Joseph Lucas Ltd., Great King Street, BIRMINGHAM 19. Attention of Mr. R.G.Crupper (Your ref. R/BGC/17.) Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the… | ||
| img304 | Letter to a supplier requesting advice on the mounting of three four-cylinder distributors. | ||
| View original record | 6119 28th January, 1941. Bm/EC.2/ET. Messrs. DELCO REMY & HYATT, Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, LONDON S.W.1. Attention of Mr. B. RUSHTON. Dear Sirs, We thank you for the three four-cylinder type… | ||
| img305 | Letter from Joseph Lucas Ltd regarding a 4-cylinder distributor, bracket, and starter drive. | ||
| View original record | JOSEPH LUCAS LIMITED GREAT KING STREET BIRMINGHAM 19 TELEPHONE: NORTHERN 5201 (12 LINES) TELEGRAMS & CABLES: 'LUCAS, TELEX, BIRMINGHAM' Yours Ref: R./RC.7/BT. X/BGC/17. 29th January 1941. Messrs… | ||
| img306 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the suitable mounting position for a four-cylinder distributor. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. 6119 111 GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1 TELEPHONE: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) TELEGRAMS: DELREMYHYAT, SOWEST, LONDON YOUR REF. RM/RC.2/ET OUR REF. BR/YH DATE 10th Feb.,1941.… | ||
| img307 | Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. discussing the permissible mounting angle of a distributor. | ||
| View original record | 6119 13th February, 1941. RM/HC.2/MI. Messrs. Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, LONDON, S.W.1. For the attention of Mr. E. Rushton. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of the 10th.… | ||
| img308 | Requesting the production of one dozen distributor drives, part number DB.2399. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/CTS, from Rm/EC. Rm/EC.2/ST.1.4.41. Will you please arrange for 1 dozen distributor drives, DB.2399, to be made. Print attached. Rm/EC. | ||
| img309 | Drawing issue with a Delco-Remy distributor, specifically the position of a locating groove. | ||
| View original record | To Messrs. from Rm/HH. c. to Rm. c. to Messrs. [Handwritten: Ihyth 6119 1030] Rm/HH.2/SW.10.12.40. RM.40 Distributor. We have examined the drawing of the Delco-Remy distributor sent under cover of… | ||
| img310 | Drawing for a Distributor with Suction-Micrometer Advance for modifications required by Lucas. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/HH. c. [REDACTED]/sec. c. [REDACTED]/ors. c. [REDACTED] [Handwritten]: 6119 1080 file Rm/HH.4/SW.14.12.40. Myth M.40. Distributor - Sec.8120. [Sec.8120 is struck through] PL.375 Suction… | ||
| img311 | Distributor plate suggested by Lucas and the required housing modification. | ||
| View original record | 6119 To [redacted]. from Rm/HH. c. to Rm. file Rm/HH.1/SW.20.1.41. Myth B.40 Distributor. With reference to the reply from Lucas reference X/BGC/17, your reference Rm/RC.6/ET, there appears to be no… | ||
| img312 | Misfires in Car 1-R-1 caused by a worn distributor contact-breaker. | ||
| View original record | elet To Rm. from Rm/RC. c. [REDACTED] Rm/RC.2/SW.16.6.41. Distributor on Car 1-R-1. DW.426 : No. 9. Misfires on this car have been traced to a faulty contact-breaker. The face of the stationary… | ||
| img313 | Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. requesting three sets of eight-cylinder distributors and technical advice on return spring pressure. | ||
| View original record | Rlec 6119 4th September, 1941. Rm/RC.1/RH. Messrs. Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, LONDON. S.W.1. Attention of Mr. B. Rushton. Dear Sirs, Some time ago, about April 1940, you supplied us… | ||
| img314 | Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding eight-cylinder distributors, requesting new sets and advice on return spring pressure. | ||
| View original record | RC 6119 4th September, 1941. Rm/RC.1/RH. Messrs. Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, LONDON. S.W.1. Attention of Mr.B.Rushton. Dear Sirs, Some time ago, about April 1940, you supplied us… | ||
| img315 | Correspondence from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the availability and design of vacuum units and distributors. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Telegrams: DELREMHYAT, SOWEST, LONDON. Head Office & Works: 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) 6119 Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd., DERBY. YOUR… | ||
| img316 | Letter to Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the procurement of vacuum controls with octane adjusters. | ||
| View original record | Electrical 6119 29th September, 1941. RH/EC.4/RH. Messrs. Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, LONDON, S.W.1. Attention Mr.B.Rushton. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 17th… | ||
| img317 | Querying an invoice from Joseph Lucas Ltd. for three distributors and the terms of supply. | ||
| View original record | PS/RC. 6119 C/WW/C.32/LTC.9.2.42 We have just received an invoice from Messrs. Joseph Lucas Ltd., for 3 Distributors TT.1219 at 10/6d each which they placed against our order No.57143. This order did… | ||
| img318 | Confirming the retention of and payment for unspecified units. | ||
| View original record | To G/APH. from Em/RC. Copy to Roy/ASS. With reference to your G/APH/CA/MFC.9.4.42, we wish to retain the units in question and it will be quite in order to pay for same. Em/RC. | ||
| img319 | Notes on the design of helical compression springs. | ||
| View original record | 6119 Rm/BC.1/BM. 26.5.43. NOTES ON THE DESIGN OF HELICAL COMPRESSION SPRINGS. The application of a compressive load P along the axis of a helical spring of mean coil radius R and helix angle ϕ… | ||
| img320 | Page 2 of a report on spring mechanics, discussing the effects of curvature, stress, and deflection with formulas. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - (3) Effect of curvature on deflection. The curvature also effects the spring rate S; but the effect is much smaller, and the discrepancies between the correction factors calculated by different… | ||