Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| img001 | Sailing and trip duration details for a visit to the U.S.A. | ||
| View original record | S/W. To: Rm. U.S.A.VISIT. Further to Rm.5/R.9.2.37, Squadron-Leader Boyle wants to know the name of the boat on which you will be sailing, and the approximate length of your stay in the U.S.A. This… | ||
| img002 | Letter from The Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd to Mr. W. A. Robotham regarding his upcoming trip to America. | ||
| View original record | The ZENITH CARBURETTER CO. LTD CARS DRIVEN BY OUR STAFF ARE AT CUSTOMERS OWN RISK AND RESPONSIBILITY TELEGRAMS: ZENICARBUR PHONE, LONDON. CODE: A.B.C. 5th EDITION ALSO AT LYONS, PARIS, DETROIT, TURIN,… | ||
| img003 | Brief memo regarding travel plans for a U.S.A. visit, mentioning a voyage on the Queen Mary. | ||
| View original record | W/S. Db/RWC. from Rm. Rml/R.13.2.37. U.S.A. VISIT. Db/RWC.J/GMC.11.2.37. We are sailing on the "Queen Mary" on the 17th and expect to be in the United States seven weeks. Rm. | ||
| img004 | Letter to G.J. Mead of United Aircraft & Transport Corporation regarding travel plans and a potential visit. | ||
| View original record | (Experimental Dept.) Rm12/R. 16th February, 1937. G.J. Mead, Esq., United Aircraft & Transport Corporation, Hartford, Connecticut, U.S.A. Dear Mead, I here you are likely to be over in England in… | ||
| img005 | Correspondence from the R.M.S. Queen Mary regarding a voyage and property maintenance. | ||
| View original record | Cunard White Star R.M.S "Queen Mary" GML/ 21/2/37 Had a fair trip so far but I don't think that the ship is as comfortable as the Berengaria. He tells me that the firm who are painting Duffield Bank… | ||
| img006 | Tennis court maintenance and modifying a chassis with Wraith parts. | ||
| View original record | off they'll take a lot of the court as well, you want the same amount of top dressing to put back. The En Tout Cas have inspected the Court so if you quote their letter in the file they will know what… | ||
| img007 | Telegram received by telephone form with handwritten message and details. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LTD TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. RM. 1843. (12 pads) 1,000. 10.35.) S. & Co. Ltd., 2/2720. 2. I.C. Rate GRY Time Received: 5.5 Date: 23-2-37 To: Messrs Ayres Derby By: [illegible] from:… | ||
| img008 | Letter detailing US travel plans for company visits, an aeronautics meeting, and updates on personnel and the Phantom III engine. | ||
| View original record | Copy. The New York Athletic Club. Wed. Feb.23rd. Hs. We expect to spend three or four days here seeing Eclipse Wrights etc., then go to Detroit via Harrison Radiator at Lockport and Cleveland… | ||
| img009 | Letter from the Experimental Department to Detroit regarding American production methods for splines and a fix for chunking noise. | ||
| View original record | Experimental Department 27th February 1937. Rm/Gry.1/AP. W.A.Robotham Esq., Book Cadillac Hotel, Detroit, MICHIGAN U.S.A. Dear Rm., Glad to see from your wire that you had a good crossing and the… | ||
| img010 | 'Floating Kidney' pendulum balance weight, testing Wakefield's lubricant on a Bentley, and a planned visit to Gleasons. | ||
| View original record | Gry. from Rm. Monday. March 1st. 1937. Please get the attached copied and sent to Hs. The "Floating Kidney" pendulum balance weight seems a very smart scheme and might nicely get rid of our 6 per rev… | ||
| img011 | Telex message regarding noisy spring shackles on a Cadillac, requesting information on threaded shackles. | ||
| View original record | Copy(?) 3-3-37 [REDACTED] ROBOTHAM BOOK CADILLAC DETROIT. SPRING SHACKLES STILL NOISY STOP INFORMATION THREADED SHACKLES REQUIRED. LESLIE, ROYCAR. | ||
| img012 | Telex message regarding suspension noise, requesting information on frame damping and American single piston dampers. | ||
| View original record | P.187 19.3.37. ROBOTHAM BOOK CADILLAC HOTEL DETROIT. SUSPENSION NOISE OVER ROUGH ROADS AND TRAM SETS IMPOSSIBLE ON WRAITH AND LATEST 38 HORSE BUICK STOP INFORMATION ON FRAME DAMPING URGENTLY REQUIRED… | ||
| img013 | Western Union cablegram requesting instruction books and technical statistics for Bentley and Phantom vehicles. | ||
| View original record | Form No. 6. WESTERN UNION (THE WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH COMPANY) CABLEGRAM TELEPHONE MIDLAND 1711 ANGLO-AMERICAN TELEGRAPH Co., LD. CANADIAN NATIONAL TELEGRAPHS RECEIVED AT 1, BROAD STREET CHAMBERS,… | ||
| img014 | Request to send copies of 'The Times' newspaper to a hotel in Detroit, Michigan. | ||
| View original record | Roy/Ms. from Rm/Gry. c. to G/JWH. Rm/Gry4/R.4.3.37 Will you please send to Rm. at the Book Cadillac Hotel, Detroit, Michigan, copies of "The Times" of February 26, 27th, March 1st, 2nd., 3rd and 4th.… | ||
| img015 | Cablegram requesting repeat tests on a Phantom fan ring to increase efficiency and check for cooler blockages. | ||
| View original record | Form No. 6. WESTERN UNION (THE WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH COMPANY) CABLEGRAM ANGLO-AMERICAN TELEGRAPH Co., LD. CANADIAN NATIONAL TELEGRAPHS. TELEPHONE MIDLAND 1711 RECEIVED AT 1, BROAD STREET CHAMBERS,… | ||
| img016 | Short typed memo regarding the fitting of Parsons Chains to various cars. | ||
| View original record | Propbey 5.3.37. ROBOTHAM BOOK CADILLAC DETROIT. NEITHER PARSONS CHAINS NOR GRIPS CAN BE FITTED TO FRONT OF PHANTOM CADILLAC OR PACKARD WHAT IS RECOMMENDED FOR THIS SITUATION. GRYLLS. | ||
| img017 | Record of cables received from the USA concerning Bentley and Phantom models. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm/Gry. HS. Der Rm/Gry1/R.5.3.37. The following cables from the States have been received from Rm:- 3.3.37. "SEND BENTLEY AND PHANTOM INSTRUCTION BOOKS "DETROIT ALSO CONDENSED TECHNICAL… | ||
| img018 | Updating on statistical data, fan tests, the Wraith motor-car, a strike, and vehicle logistics. | ||
| View original record | Rm. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry5/R.5.3.37. Dear Rm., Herewith is as much statistical data as I have been able to collect. We are sending you the Test Match copies of "The Times". Brooklands opens on the 8th,… | ||
| img019 | Cabled discussion regarding the use of chains on the front wheels of a Phantom III for the American market. | ||
| View original record | Sm. and He. c. Mr. Or. Fw/Gry. Hn. Da.1/HP.6.3.37. We give below copy of a cable addressed to E. in America - and his reply. "SALES INSIST ON CHAINS ON FRONT WHEELS WITH DISCS PARSONS TYPE IMPOSSIBLE… | ||
| img020 | Memo regarding bearing materials, engine altitude ratings, and diagnosing a misfiring issue. | ||
| View original record | NATIONAL HOTEL MANAGEMENT CO., INC. RALPH HITZ, President EXECUTIVE OFFICES - - HOTEL NEW YORKER THIRTY-FOURTH STREET AT EIGHTH AVENUE, NEW YORK NEW YORKER NEW YORK LEXINGTON NEW YORK BOOK-CADILLAC… | ||
| img021 | Engine tappets and suspension wishbone bearings. | ||
| View original record | setting. I hope that you will soon have the engine together with the hydraulic tappets deleted. We are waiting to see Griswold before cabling about suspension. It looks as if rubber is the thing for… | ||
| img022 | Cablegram from Detroit requesting a weight analysis of Bentley and Wraith models and discussing crank damper performance. | ||
| View original record | HH4 LX80 DETROITMICH 60 7/PL HLT GRYLLS ROYCAR DERBY - SEND WEIGHT ANALYSIS OF BENTLEY AND WRAITH ALSO AVERAGE PERFORMANCE FIGURES PHANTOM AND BENTLEY DYNAMIC CRANK DAMPER WITH LEAF SPRING RATHER… | ||
| img023 | Telegram requesting weight analysis and performance figures for Bentley, Wraith, and Phantom models, specifically concerning dampers and springs. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. RECEIVED M.D. MAR 8 1937 Time Received: 10.47 Date: 8 3 37 To: Grylls Royces By: JW from: Detroit Michigan 7th N.L.T Send weight analysis of Bentley… | ||
| img024 | Telegram received by telephone regarding a fix for sideways shake and roll using a Panhard rod. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. STAMP: RECEIVED M.D. 8 MAR 3 Time Received: 10.47 Date: 2 . 3 . 33 To: By: JW from: Detroit Message: properly damped giving excellent results Stop… | ||
| img025 | Cable from America requesting weight analysis and performance figures for various models and providing component feedback. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm/Gry. Hs. Ds. Rm/Gry1/K.8.3.37. The following cable from the States has been received from Rm:- 8.3.37. "SEND WEIGHT ANALYSIS OF BENTLEY AND WRAITH ALSO" "AVERAGE PERFORMANCE FIGURES… | ||
| img026 | Cablegram suggesting a trial of American practice for running in tappets on EP oils to eliminate scuffing on the Phantom model. | ||
| View original record | Commercial Cables CLARENCE H. MACKAY, PRESIDENT. PLEASE MARK YOUR REPLY VIA COMMERCIAL All America Cables Postal Telegraph U.S.A. TELEPHONE FOR MESSENGER TELECT YOUR CABLEGRAMS. Cablegram TELEPHONE:… | ||
| img027 | Telegram received by telephone regarding American practice for tappets to eliminate scuffing on the Phantom. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. P.P. 144A. (12 WKS.) (45620-10-5-35) 5/9730 S. h.l STAMP: M.D. RECEIVED 10 MAR 1937 Time Received: 9.35 Date: 10.3.37 To: Roycar from: LTV- from… | ||
| img028 | Cablegram recommending the Packard scheme using rubber for wishbone suspensions as an alternative to threaded shackles. | ||
| View original record | Form No. 6. WESTERN UNION (THE WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH COMPANY) CABLEGRAM 1820 TELEPHONE MIDLAND 1711 ANGLO-AMERICAN TELEGRAPH Co., LD. CANADIAN NATIONAL TELEGRAPHS. RECEIVED AT 1, BROAD STREET… | ||
| img029 | Telegram regarding threaded shackle suspension design and the use of rubber to eliminate noise. | ||
| View original record | W.O. M.D. RR. 144A. (T.P. 900) (45956-10.8.33) S.3720/2 ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received 9.20 Date 12 3 37 To Royce By mRoe from Pittsburg P.A. Threaded shackle still not… | ||
| img030 | Telegram received by telephone recommending to proceed with a Packard scheme as an alternative. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. W.U TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. RECEIVED 13 MAR 1937 Time Received 9 20 Date 12.3.37 To By mr Rae from Pittsburg It has excellent service record recommend proceed Packard scheme… | ||
| img031 | Cable from the USA regarding threaded shackles and recommending the Packard suspension scheme as an alternative. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm/Gry. To: Da The following cables from the States have been received from Rm:- "THREADED SHACKLES STILL NOT ENTIRELY SATISFACTORY PRESENT AMERICAN TREND ON WISHBONE SUSPENSIONS IS TO FIT… | ||
| img032 | Cablegram discussing clutch and suspension issues and proposing alterations. | ||
| View original record | 13.3.37. ROBOTHAM BOOK CADILLAC HOTEL DETROIT. CLUTCHES EVEN WITH STIFF AXLE SHAFTS STILL BAD WHAT IS CURE STOP CABLE RE PACKARD SUSPENSION RECEIVED STOP THIS MEANS ALTERING FRAME STEERING DAMPERS AND… | ||
| img033 | Message about a position dictated by no frame alteration, requesting information on spring seating and end coiling. | ||
| View original record | THIS POSITION DICTATED BY NO FRAME ALTERATION STOP ARE THERE ANY OBJECTIONS STOP INFORMATION REQUIRED MATERIAL OF SPRING SEATING AND TYPE OF END COILING. GRYLLS. | ||
| img034 | Letter discussing overdrive, gearbox endurance testing, and suspension noise concerns. | ||
| View original record | O. /GRY [struck-through signature] Detroit-Athletic Club. March 20th. Many thanks for your letters. Also the statistics requested. Am very glad we have got away with the over drive, mind you get the… | ||
| img035 | Technical memorandum discussing improvements to dampers, suspension, and cylinder head design. | ||
| View original record | 2 type of damper they also get knocks due to the piston rotating when it should not. Their rubber links undoubtedly help them a bit. Rubber bushes at the front end of the rear spring also. Though we… | ||
| img036 | Engine design choices, volumetric efficiency, and miscellaneous business. | ||
| View original record | (3) The O.H. Camshaft chain drive Personally I favour the hemispherical Combustion Chamber rather than pent house. The Liberty was shewn in the S.A.E. April 1929. Other two valve heads are R.R. Eagle,… | ||
| img037 | Requesting assistance in hiring a reliable chauffeur for Mr. Jack Mead's three-week visit. | ||
| View original record | GRY D.A.P. March 20th JACK MEAD. Visit to England Jack Mead is coming to England for three weeks. He sails with us on the Berengaria which is supposed to arrive Southampton April 20th or 21st. He… | ||
| img038 | Confirming a request to send notes on engine altitude ratings to the Wright Aero Corporation. | ||
| View original record | Lr/LOV. from Rm/Gry. Rm/GryB/R.22.3.37. Just a note to confirm our asking Mr. Morris to send to Gagg of the Wright Aero Corporation some notes as to how we rate our engines at altitude. Rm. asked us… | ||
| img039 | Comparing a Chevrolet radiator matrix unit with a Marston Bentley matrix, and requesting further details on fans and air conditioning. | ||
| View original record | Rm. from Rm/Std. Rm/Std/R.22.3.37. Referring to your report re your visit to Harrison's Radiator Corporation, we should very much like you to bring back the Chevrolet matrix unit which you quote as… | ||
| img040 | Development updates on Wraith suspension and engine noise, and the arrival of a Continental Phantom III body. | ||
| View original record | Rm. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry5/R.22.3.37. We have just received your first two car memos. We are sending Arnold the sample of bearing metal, and I have asked Lovesey to send Gagg the dope on altitude… | ||
| img041 | Progress and issues with various automotive components and models. | ||
| View original record | -2- Our Pirate overdrive box is now being made, and we hope it will be complete by the end of April. Hs. is not in the least keen on standardising P.III Wraith Wheel Movement. He says that no customer… | ||
| img042 | Requesting that copies of all memos circulated from the U.S.A. be provided to Lp. | ||
| View original record | To E/Lid & Rn/Gry. AMERICAN. Hs.10/KW.23.3.37. Min Recs JH Will you please let Lp. have copies of all memos. which are circulated from E. and Rm. from the U.S.A. Hs. | ||
| img043 | Requesting a 25/30 piston and comparing the weight of rear road springs and hubs against Cadillac and Bentley models. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. GFW. March 23rd/37. Please send Oy. a complete 25/30 piston fitted with rings and in particular with the L shaped centre ring. We have got to accept that our rear road springs are… | ||
| img044 | Copy of a telegram discussing suspension design, spring positioning, rubber bushings, and damper types. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. from Hs. c. to Da. BY. c. to S/Ld. c. to Rm/Cry (a) Hs.5/Kh.23.3.37 The following is copy of a telegram received from E. and Rm. :- "Hives would have preferred springs further out to limit… | ||
| img045 | Letter requesting a 25/30 piston and discussing the weight of various components like springs and bearings, with comparisons to Cadillac and Bentley parts. | ||
| View original record | FHS { Hives's copy of a letter from Rm. e/ja { Detroit Athletic Club Detroit March 23rd/37 GRY: Please send oy a complete 25/30 piston fitted with rings and in particular with the L shaped centre… | ||
| img046 | Seeking clarification on a request for information for the Wright Aeronautical Corporation. | ||
| View original record | To - Rm/Gry. Lr/GM.12/RS.24.3.37. With reference to your note Rm/Gry8/R.22.3.37. requesting information for the Wright Aeronautical Corporation we do not understand what is required. If you can find… | ||
| img047 | Table of weights for various parts of the 1937 Buick Series '40', '60', '80', and '90' models. | ||
| View original record | American C O P Y. 1937 BUICK WEIGHTS. March 24th, 1937. WEIGHT IN POUNDS. PART Series "40" Series "60" Series "80" Series "90" Engine - (Less clutch and oil, includes manifold.) 705 836 836 836… | ||
| img048 | Telegram discussing high-speed misfiring issues with ceramic and mica plugs, and recommending AC type K4 plugs. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 10.15 Date: 24 9 27 To: Royces By: MW. from: Detroit Michigan NLT 22nd 55 MESSAGE: Hives trouble on ceramic plugs mostly follow our high… | ||
| img049 | Telegram received by telephone from Detroit regarding engine trouble and ratings in America. | ||
| View original record | RR. 544A. (1M BKS.) 145609-10/5/32 2/5730/2. (2) ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received Date To By from Detroit considered to aggravate the trouble America only using 74 rating… | ||
| img050 | Inter-departmental memorandum answering questions on threaded shackles, shock damper noise, spring anchorage, weights, and exhaust systems. | ||
| View original record | INTER-DEPARTMENTAL MEMORANDUM TO MR. C. A. CHAYNE C & E, Da. Copy for American & Buick files DATE March 25th, 1937. In answer to the questions submitted by Mr. W. A. Robotham, we are furnishing you… | ||
| img051 | Cablegram from the United States regarding trouble with ceramic spark plugs and high-speed misfiring. | ||
| View original record | Secy from Rm/Gry. HS. Rm/Gry.17/JH.25.3.37. The following cable from the States has been received from RM :- "HIVES TROUBLE ON CERAMIC PLUGS EXACTLY FOLLOWS OUR HIGH SPEED MIS-FIRING ON MICA… | ||
| img052 | Western Union telegram discussing casting porosity, timings, and material composition. | ||
| View original record | WESTERN UNION CLASS OF SERVICE DESIRED DOMESTIC TELEGRAM CABLE FULL RATE DAY LETTER DEFERRED NIGHT MESSAGE NIGHT LETTER NIGHT LETTER SHIP RADIOGRAM Patrons should check class of service desired;… | ||
| img053 | Telegram detailing material specifications and foundry instructions. | ||
| View original record | POINT SIX SEVEN MANGANESE POINT THREE THREE CHROMIUM POINT FOUR CARBON POINT TWO FIVE NICKLE STOP CORES ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY GALLONS SHARP SAND THIRTY GALLONS BANK SAND TWENTY TWO PINTS SIXTY PERCENT… | ||
| img054 | Telegram detailing engine block casting specifications and production data. | ||
| View original record | BETWEEN BARRELS TO REDUCE DISTORTION TO HALF THOUSANTH. SEND COVERING ORDER AND BENTLEY CORE AND BLOCK CASTING ATTENTION GOLDEN BUICKS STOP ADDRESS ROYCE INSKIP US DETROIT ATHLETIC CLUB BUICK CASTING… | ||
| img055 | Telegram regarding the inability to locate individuals named Johnson and Broom. | ||
| View original record | WESTERN UNION CLASS OF SERVICE DESIRED DOMESTIC CABLE TELEGRAM FULL RATE DAY LETTER DEFERRED NIGHT MESSAGE NIGHT LETTER NIGHT LETTER SHIP RADIOGRAM Patrons should check class of service desired;… | ||
| img056 | Letter on Detroit Athletic Club letterhead regarding a strike, 15,000-mile tests, and parts. | ||
| View original record | Detroit Athletic Club March 27th/37 Guy. Thank you for the copies of the Times, also for your letter. You have kept us somewhat short of information about the strike. Also about the 15000 miles tests… | ||
| img057 | Memo discussing improvements to cylinder casting, engine components, and the Wraith gearbox. | ||
| View original record | We appear to have reached what I consider to be the limit in snooping by walking into the Buick Foundry and getting them to despatch a set of cores to teach us how to cast cyls. I hope that you are… | ||
| img058 | Visit to the Buick Foundry to investigate cylinder porosity and compare cylinder block construction. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. and Hs. from E. c.c.RHG, Rm/Gry, HPS, Dar, B, H.H. Mr Walker (Pattern Shop) Mr Edwards (Foundry) for JMR DETROIT. Buick Foundry - Cylinder Porosity. After receiving Hs' cable re cylinder… | ||
| img059 | Technical document detailing engine core venting methods and dimensions, with a comparison to Buick's production techniques. | ||
| View original record | (sheet 2) E.1/HP.27.3.37. quantity, two complete layers of wires being used, one above and one below the ventilating galleries in the larger portion of the core. Diagram Annotations: - 3 VENTS 1/2 DIA… | ||
| img060 | Notes and a diagram regarding the casting and venting of a water jacket core for an Oldsmobile 6-cylinder engine. | ||
| View original record | (sheet 3) E.1/HP.27.5.37. We saw a further example of a water jacket core being made in the same foundry for the Oldsmobile 6 cyl. side valve engine. This core had given considerable trouble resulting… | ||
| img061 | Foundry instructions for iron casting, including material compositions and core mixtures. | ||
| View original record | (sheet 4) (2) Avoid wax vents as far as possible. If necessary draw a lace round pegs if regular wire scheme cannot be used. (3) Avoid localisation of gas by using vents of progressively increasing… | ||
| img062 | Cylinder head casting issues, solutions, and foundry production statistics from Buick. | ||
| View original record | (sheet 5) with a cylinder head casting which consistently suffered from porosity between neighbouring combustion heads, and leaked across at 'A', a vent at 'B' failed to have any effect, but tubular… | ||
| img063 | Report from H.S. Royce in Detroit detailing observations on American automotive factory control, organization, and production methods. | ||
| View original record | COPY OF REPORT RECEIVED FROM H.S. ROYCE, FROM DETROIT, DATED 26.5.37. To Hs. It is very difficult to write about methods of factory control and works organisation. There seems to be unanimity,… | ||
| img064 | Potentiometer method for measuring the amount of sodium in engine valves. | ||
| View original record | -2- Wilcox-Rich have been supplying valves made with KE-965 heads electrically butt welded to SSLV stems for 3 years and are turning out considerable quantities. They also measure the amount of sodium… | ||
| img065 | Visit to the National Broach Company regarding gear manufacture and forging methods. | ||
| View original record | NATIONAL BROACH COMPANY - VISITED SATURDAY 27.3.37. SAW MR. R. DRUMMOND (C.M.R). Object of visit was to discuss fusion welding of copper, but I was on to the wrong firm. The following information was… | ||
| img066 | Continuation of a report on a visit to National Broach Co. concerning gear manufacturing processes. | ||
| View original record | -2- Visit to National Broach Co. - Cont'd. (2) The reason tooth shaving is beneficial lies in the chip formation. With a shaping or hobbing process the chip is of considerable size and generally… | ||
| img067 | Detailed description of the gear shaving machine process, including cutter specifications and tooth form generation. | ||
| View original record | -3- (3) Shaving Machines. (see photos 4, 5 & 6). The object with the shaving machine is to produce a sliding action across the pitch line. This is done by crossing the axes of the two gears.… | ||
| img068 | Description and diagram of gear testers, specifically the helix angle tester and the involute form tester. | ||
| View original record | -4- (4) Gear Testers. The helix angle tester (photo 9) is self-explanatory. The master rack is pushed in until it jambs in the teeth and the helix angle read from the dial on the sine bar while the… | ||
| img069 | Technical document detailing noise testing procedures for gears and the manufacturing process for splines. | ||
| View original record | -5- (5) Noise Tester. Photos 10 & 11 show a noise tester in which gears are mated prior to putting in a box. The operator judges the noise by ear, and notes the bedding by means of a red paste. (6)… | ||
| img070 | Investigation into contact lines on helical gears using celluloid models and stress analysis. | ||
| View original record | -6- (7) Helical Gears. By celluloid models they have been investigating contact lines etc. on helical gears. They have found that if you set up a thin aluminium strip on each end of a cylinder so that… | ||
| img071 | Churchill's gear equipment and its use by other car manufacturers. | ||
| View original record | -7- (5) England. Churchill have a complete set of National Broach gear equipment for demonstration purposes. Delivery here for their equipment is 6 weeks at present. Humber, Ford, Austin and Vauxhall… | ||
| img072 | Visit to Federal Mogul regarding a new high conductivity bronze alloy for cylinder heads. | ||
| View original record | COPY OF REPORT FROM H.S. ROYCE ON VISIT TO FEDERAL MOGUL SK 27.5.37. (See Mr. A.E. HILLI.) Federal Mogul have developed a high conductivity bronze for cylinder heads. The properties are :-… | ||
| img073 | Page of notes referencing individuals and companies for information on cast-in copper fins and plates. | ||
| View original record | -2- with regard to cast-in copper fins and plates, in alum. or C.I. see (they say) - Mr. Kettering (G.M. Research Lab.), and Campbell, Wyant & Cannon Co., Muskegon, Michigan. See also the I.A.E. paper… | ||
| img074 | Letter from General Motors Export Division regarding the shipment of Delco shock absorbers and fluid. | ||
| View original record | GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION EXPORT DIVISION GENERAL MOTORS BUILDING BROADWAY AT 57TH STREET NEW YORK, N. Y. CABLE ADDRESS "AUTOMOTOR" N. Y. ALL CODES USED March 30, 1937 Mr. S.H. Grylls, Experimental… | ||
| img075 | Copy of a cablegram detailing instructions for metal casting processes and material composition. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. Da. By. RHC. (Hm/Gry) B/Ltd. Lp. The following is copy of a cablegram received from Hm. & E. dated 26.5.37 :- "Porosity shake casting out of mould minimum time say twenty five minutes after… | ||
| img076 | Copy of a cablegram correcting the carbon content for Buick iron for the Wraith suspension. | ||
| View original record | COPY OF CABLEGRAM RECEIVED FROM Bm. 31.3.37. To. Sg. Dn. Ry. (Rm/Gry) E/Lid. Lp. L/S Sutts R.ft.H. Sutts AFM MM 31.3.37. "CARBON CONTENT BUICK IRON SHOULD READ THREE POINT FOUR THX TANRADED SHAC LESS… | ||
| img077 | Arrangement of a temporary driver for Mr. George Mead of Pratt & Witneys. | ||
| View original record | Gry...... from H. H6/H1.4.37. Driver for Mr. George Mead of Pratt & Witneys. We have found an excellent and highly experienced driver by the name of Webb who has been known to us for years and drove… | ||
| img078 | Letter discussing the hiring of a driver, issues with the Wraith model's suspension and noise, and development costs for a new cylinder block. | ||
| View original record | VIA "EUROPA". To Rm. Rm/Gry10/R.2.4.37. Dear Rm., Many thanks for your letter and various memos with which we have dealt. With regard to Jack Mead, we have cabled you that Sales have a man called Webb… | ||
| img079 | Short memo confirming travel arrangements for Webb and Mead in New York. | ||
| View original record | w S x 144 2.4.37. ROBOTHAM c/o INSKIP 10 EAST 57th STREET NEW YORK. SALES HAVE ARRANGED FOR WEBB TO MEET MEAD AT THE BOAT. GRYLLS. | ||
| img080 | Confirming arrangements for a driver to meet Mr. George Mead upon his boat's arrival. | ||
| View original record | W/S. H. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry4/R.2.4.37. Thank you for your memo H6/H1.4.37. with regard to a driver for Mr. George Mead. Mr. Mead would like Webb to meet him at the boat. I will, therefore, let you… | ||
| img081 | Comparing the weights of Cadillac 60 & 70 series body parts. | ||
| View original record | Detroit Athletic Club April 4th/37 Dear Gry. Many thanks for your note re the job generally. The wt of the Continental PIII body was only to be expected. The wts of the Cadillac 60 & Cadillac 70 body… | ||
| img082 | Car design issues, torsional crank problems, harmonic damper testing, and Wraith wheel movement. | ||
| View original record | the very massive sport wing which is of course made for appearance the results are not bad. Of course Barkers had to get a partition in with a dropping window which weighs a nice lump The torsional… | ||
| img083 | Letter from 'Rm' in New York with instructions about travel arrangements and office painting. | ||
| View original record | Detroit Athletic Club New York on the 15th Dont know whether Mr Rm wants to go to Southampton but should be glad if you would find out. You should also ring up and find out if Mrs E is at Quarndon &… | ||
| img084 | Visit to the Wilcox-Rich Saginaw valve tappet plant to investigate their hydraulic tappets. | ||
| View original record | (0) DETROIT. E.1/HP.4.4.37. Der c.c. Sg. and H. C. Lde-Nev for lm/Orylls. Wilcox-Rich - Hydraulic Tappets. We paid a visit last Wednesday to the Saginaw valve tappet plant of Wilcox-Rich where both… | ||
| img085 | Cover memo for a copy of a letter dated March 23rd. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Rm/Gry. C. Da. Rm/Gry7/R.5.4.37. Herewith copy of a letter from Rm. (...) dated March 23rd. Rm/Gry. | ||
| img086 | Request to send a 25/30 piston assembly to the Cadillac Motor Car Company in Detroit. | ||
| View original record | HPS. from Rm/Gry. (a) OK (circled) Rm/Gry1/R.5.4.37. Will you please send to Cy. at the Cadillac Motor Car Company, Detroit, one 25/30 piston, complete with piston rings and gudgeon pin, one of the… | ||
| img087 | Cablegram from Robotham concerning damper pistons and an office painting request. | ||
| View original record | Form No. 9. WESTERN UNION (THE WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH COMPANY) CABLEGRAM TELEPHONE MIDLAND 1711 BIRMINGHAM, 1. BROAD ST. CHAMBERS. ANGLO-AMERICAN TELEGRAPH Co., Ld. CANADIAN NATIONAL TELEGRAPHS.… | ||
| img088 | Dispatch of one piston to the Cadillac Car Co. in Detroit, U.S.A. | ||
| View original record | To D.B.F. from HPS/WSC. c. Rm/Gry. HPS/WSC.19/BA.6.4.37. Pistons. We hand you herewith:- 1 only Piston (S.60632) complete as shown on Dr. S.60761. Will you please arrange to despatch same, with all… | ||
| img089 | To Gryls regarding an official order to be sent to the Buick Motor Company for 40 Cores and a sample cylinder block. | ||
| View original record | C. o. to Gryls. D/BP10/MW.8.4.37. The Buick Motor Car Company, Flint, Michigan, U.S.A. We have a cablegram from Rm. and E. dated the 26th. March in which we are requested to send an official order to… | ||
| img090 | Cover memo for a note received from 'E' in the U.S.A. for internal distribution. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. and Hs. from E. c. RHO. Dw/Owy. WPS. Da. Ry. H1. Mr Walker (Pattern Shop). Mr Edwards (Foundry). Mr. [REDACTED] E/Lid.1/HP.10.4.37 We attach herewith copy of a note we have received from 'E' in… | ||
| img091 | Visit to the Buick Foundry to investigate cylinder porosity and design. | ||
| View original record | To Messrs. and -Hs. from E. c.c. RMC. Hs/Ccc. WSC. Dev. Bv. H.S. Mr. Walker (Pattern Shop) Mr. Meadows (Foundry) L.D.S. DETROIT E.1/HP. 27.3.37. Buick Foundry - Cylinder Porosity. After receiving Hs'… | ||
| img092 | Diagram and explanation of venting passages in an engine core, with notes on Buick's practices. | ||
| View original record | (sheet 2) quantity, two complete layers of wires being used, one above and one below the ventilating galleries in the larger portion of the core. [Diagram annotations] 5/32" T. 7/16" CORE THICKNESS.… | ||
| img093 | The water jacket core for an Oldsmobile 6 cylinder engine, detailing its venting system and casting procedure. | ||
| View original record | (sheet 3) We saw a further example of a water jacket core being made in the same foundry for the Oldsmobile 6 cyl. side valve engine. This core had given considerable trouble resulting in a most… | ||
| img094 | Page detailing foundry practices for metal casting, including material specifications and process controls. | ||
| View original record | (sheet 4) (2) Avoid wax vents as far as possible. If necessary draw a lace round pegs if regular wire scheme cannot be used. (3) Avoid localisation of gas by using vents of progressively increasing… | ||
| img095 | Resolving cylinder head casting porosity and foundry production data from Buick and Oldsmobile. | ||
| View original record | (sheet 5) with a cylinder head casting which consistently suffered from porosity between neighbouring combustion heads, and leaked across at 'A', a vent at 'B' failed to have any effect, but tubular… | ||
| img096 | Invoice from Harrison Radiator Division for various car parts and requesting payment instructions. | ||
| View original record | Rm. G/Cam/CA.5/JM.10.4.37 We have an invoice from the Harrison Radiator Division, New York, dated 16th. March 1937, details of which are shown below. They say these parts have been sent for the… | ||
| img097 | Requesting an order to be sent to Harrison Radiator Division for various parts. | ||
| View original record | Roy. from Rm/Gry. c. G/Cam/CA. Rm/Gry9/R.12.4.37. Will you please send an order to the Harrison Radiator Division, New York, for the following parts which Rm. has ordered, and for which G/Cam. has… | ||
| img098 | To Mr. Grylls requesting an update on Mr. Mead's arrival to prepare Driver Webb. | ||
| View original record | S/W - Mr. Grylls. ~ 4 Mlyll/BU.12.4.37. With reference to your memo Rm/Gry4/R.2.4.37, we shall be glad to know whether you now have any further information in connection with Mr. Mead's arrival, as we… | ||
| img099 | Mr. Mead's arrival in Southampton on the Berengaria. | ||
| View original record | W/S. Mly. from Rm/Gry. Mlyl1/BU.12.4.37. Rm/Gry6/R.13.4.37. With regard to your memo about Mr. Mead, he is coming over on the Berengaria due to arrive at Southampton on April 21st. We shall not be… | ||
| img100 | Copy of a cablegram recommending to proceed with an eye beam open cruciform member for the Wraith frame. | ||
| View original record | COPY OF CABLEGRAM RECEIVED FROM E. Ext.by Dr. RHC. hs/Gry - 1s 13.4.37. "DAY RECOMMEND PROCEED WITH EYE BEAM OPEN CRUCIFORM MEMBER FOR WRAITH FRAME IN PLACE OF BOX ELLIOTT". | ||
| img101 | Telegram received by telephone, detailing a test communication from Hucknall. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. C.6. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 9 30 Date: 4.1.17 To: Production Dept. By: J from: Hucknall Notts Message: Hullo hullo hullo this is Hucknall testing Telegram… | ||
| img102 | Telegram received by telephone regarding pressure tests, scuffing and phosphating. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. Pudsey ll SwgZ Phone Eng. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. DR. 144A. Time Received: 9.35. Date: 10.3.37. To: Hucknall. By: SGU. from: Local Inchinnan Stn N.L.T. Arundel conducted… | ||
| img103 | Letter from General Filters, Inc. detailing the composition of filter cartridges being sent for testing. | ||
| View original record | GENERAL FILTERS, INC. 9001 Alpine Avenue DETROIT April 12, 1937 Mr. W. Arthur Robotham Experimental Department Rolls Royce, Ltd. Derby, England Dear Sir: We are shipping you today, via parcel post,… | ||
| img104 | Cover memo for an attached report received from H.R. Royce. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. E. Hives BY. RHC. an ? Hs.14/KW..3.4.37. Attached is copy of a report received from H.R. Royce, dated 11.4.37. Hs. | ||
| img105 | Report from H.A. Royce in Cleveland, Ohio, concerning foundry visits, materials, and processes. | ||
| View original record | COPY OF REPORT RECEIVED FROM H.R. ROYCE, DATED 11.4.37, FROM CLEVELAND, OHIO. To Me. I am still reserving judgement on the merits of punched cards. The National Cash Register Organisation curiously… | ||
| img106 | Illustrating two methods of welding to prevent cracking at stressed welds. | ||
| View original record | -2- To prevent cracking at stressed welds, it is essential to weld one side, clean the other and then weld the other thus :- CHISEL CLEAN ① ② or thus :- CLEAN ① ② ③ unit. This might be considered on… | ||
| img107 | Hardening processes and lead bronze bearings, including a lead/copper phase diagram. | ||
| View original record | -3- TOCCO can give a Brinell of 600. The process is being extended to include cams on camshafts and Shardlow have equipment. I suggest we get some of their stuff on singles as it is such a simple… | ||
| img108 | Lead attack on steels and comparing knowledge with General Motors and Ethyl Export. | ||
| View original record | -4- General Motors and Ethyl Export seemed to me to know little more about lead attack than we do. They are not at all sure that lead bromide doesn't take some part in lead attack. They reproduce lead… | ||
| img109 | Letter from Inland Manufacturing Division concerning permissible loadings and hardness specifications for Inlox Bushings. | ||
| View original record | INLAND MANUFACTURING DIVISION GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION DAYTON, OHIO April 22, 1937 Rolls Royce, Limited, Derby, England. Attention: Mr. W. A. Robotham Gentlemen: With reference to our Mr. H. C.… | ||
| img110 | Concluding page of a letter to Mr. W. A. Robotham from the Sales Department. | ||
| View original record | Sheet #2. April 22, 1937 Mr. W. A. Robotham We trust that the above discussion will assist you in analysing these particular items and wish to assure you we will be very pleased to be given the… | ||
| img111 | On an investigation into over-oiling issues in Cadillac overhead valve engines and the solutions they implemented. | ||
| View original record | Snett a R.D. Latest file Sg. and Mr. [Crossed Out] C. Rm.-----May [Crossed Out] De..-DMB..-Des. [Crossed Out] E.1/HP.25.4.37. Top Over-oiling of Overhead Valve Engines. I made a special point of… | ||
| img112 | Engine component modifications, oil supply control, and comparisons with Cadillac's hydraulic tappet scheme. | ||
| View original record | (sheet 2) (4), this is made of very high grade firm felt about 1/2" long, and packed in between the valve stem and the washer, the washer having a cylindrical skirt for this purpose, the lower end of… | ||
| img113 | Letter confirming travel and accommodation arrangements for a visit to Derby. | ||
| View original record | Rm5/R. 26th April, 1937. Geo. Mead, Esq., Connaught Hotel, Carlos Place, L O N D O N. Dear Mead, I wired you on Saturday as follows:- "Expect you both Thursday next any time convenient. "Have arranged… | ||
| img114 | Letter from Bendix Products Corporation confirming the shipment of AA-2 and AA-25 carburetors. | ||
| View original record | E.R. 7470. BENDIX PRODUCTS CORPORATION SUBSIDIARY OF BENDIX AVIATION CORPORATION GENERAL OFFICES AND PLANT SOUTH BEND, INDIANA April 26, 1937 Rolls-Royce Limited Nightingale Road Derbyshire England… | ||
| img115 | Letter from J. S. Inskip, Inc. concerning the clutch condition of Propaganda Car P-III. | ||
| View original record | NEW YORK SALES SALON 10 EAST 57TH STREET CABLE ADDRESS "ROLLIC" NEW YORK ELDORADO 5-3606 NEW YORK SERVICE DEPOT BY AUTHORITY OF ROLLS-ROYCE, LTD., ENGLAND AND BENTLEY MOTORS, LTD. BREWSTER BUILDING,… | ||
| img116 | Short memo requesting to be included in the distribution of notes on Aero matters following a visit to the U.S.A. | ||
| View original record | @ Min files To - Rm. Lr.11/BB,28.4.37. I am very interested in your notes on Aero matters, arising out of your visit to U.S.A., and would be glad if you would include me in the copies you send out.… | ||
| img117 | Telex communication to Inskip in New York about improving delivery for Gray. | ||
| View original record | @ In / C8X 30.4.37. INSKIP 10 EAST 57th STREET NEW YORK. UNDERSTAND LONDON ARE IMPROVING ON DELIVERY FOR GRAY. ROBOTHAM, ROYCAR. | ||
| img118 | Letter from Harrison Radiator Division of General Motors offering to supply thermostats. | ||
| View original record | HARRISON RADIATOR DIVISION GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION COPY April 13, 1937 Dictated 4/12/37 Rolls Royce Limited Derby England Gentlemen: We understand through your Mr. W. A. Robotham that you are… | ||
| img119 | Cablegram confirming the cancellation of a message. | ||
| View original record | Commercial Cables CLARENCE H. MACKAY, PRESIDENT. PLEASE MARK YOUR REPLY VIA COMMERCIAL TELEPHONE FOR MESSENGER TO COLLECT YOUR CABLEGRAMS. PHONE: MIDLAND 2414 (3 LINES) TELEX MIDLAND 2276 Cablegram… | ||
| img120 | Analysis of the American car market, comparing models across price points, features, and performance against other vehicles. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm9/R.3.5.37. merchandise, but it should be borne in mind that there has been little loss of quality in the product. It has merely been simplified and lightened, and the cost reduced by tooling up… | ||
| img121 | The performance of the Phantom III model in the U.S.A., with comparisons to American cars. | ||
| View original record | -3- P.III PERFORMANCE IN U.S.A. It was exceptionally useful having the P.III in America to compare it with these cars on their own ground. In normal driving the worst feature was the clutch which,… | ||
| img122 | Test report on the Phantom III model covering engine smoothness, oiling, coachwork, and performance compared to American cars. | ||
| View original record | -4- ENGINE SMOOTHNESS. The crankshaft damper had obviously got slightly out of adjustment producing a wide band of engine noise from 40 to 70 M.P.H. Experimental work is in hand on this. The power… | ||
| img123 | Chassis components including the radiator, cooling, coachwork, heating, suspension, and shock absorbers. | ||
| View original record | Dealing with the progress made in each particular section of the chassis. RADIATOR & COOLING. Latest 18 x 62 core 10-15% more efficient. We can and must get Marstons to produce this core as soon as… | ||
| img124 | Engine design choices, comparing components and practices with American manufacturers. | ||
| View original record | (2) ENGINES. Uniform degree of smoothness whether six, line eight, vee eight or twelve. Ford the exception. Side valve unit lighter and less costly than push rod but 5-10% down in performance. We… | ||
| img125 | Summary of recommendations for testing and implementing new automotive components including dampers, filters, pistons, clutches, and gearboxes. | ||
| View original record | 3 Crankshaft dampers of the harmonic type considered to be better than Lanchester type we are using. We must urge tests (1) On leaf spring type now ready for test. (2) Rubber type. Studebaker sample… | ||
| img126 | Report comparing vehicle components to American counterparts and suggesting design improvements. | ||
| View original record | are very popular, and are alleged to reduce the maintenance work necessary on an engine to a remarkable extent. STEERING. Minor modifications to the Marles gear that we have already mentioned in our… | ||
| img127 | Potential tests and investigations into various vehicle components and accessories. | ||
| View original record | FUEL SYSTEMS. We should try out, on any new car, the vacuum cum fuel pump of the A.C. type, particularly where the under bonnet temperatures are low. This permits of vacuum screen wipers.… | ||
| img128 | Letter from the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics arranging a factory visit in England. | ||
| View original record | NATIONAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR AERONAUTICS LANGLEY MEMORIAL AERONAUTICAL LABORATORY LANGLEY FIELD, HAMPTON, VA. JOSEPH S. AMES, PH. D., CHAIRMAN DAVID W. TAYLOR, D. ENG., VICE CHAIRMAN CHARLES G.… | ||
| img129 | Letter from J.S. Inskip, Inc. to Mr. W.A. Robotham regarding a chassis delivery and body construction for the 'Gray matter' order. | ||
| View original record | J.S. INSKIP, INC. Authorized Retailers for the United States ROLLS-ROYCE & BENTLEY MOTOR CARS Sales Salon 10 EAST 57TH STREET, NEW YORK CITY ELDORADO 5-3606 AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEPOT BREWSTER BUILDING… | ||
| img130 | Letter to Briggs Motor Bodies Ltd. proposing a meeting to discuss future production of steel bodies. | ||
| View original record | Rm5/R. 5th May, 1937. W.Manning, Esq., Messrs. Briggs Motor Bodies, Ltd., Chequers Lane, DAGENHAM. Dear Manning, I do not know whether you will remember me when I visited the Briggs body plant at… | ||
| img131 | Letter to H. Adkins discussing Phantom III clutch mileage, delivery of Packard and Lincoln parts, and interest in the Dodge engine. | ||
| View original record | Rm14/R. 6th May, 1937. H. Adkins, Esq., c/o J.S. Inskip, Esq., 10 East 57th Street, NEW YORK, U.S.A. Dear Adkins, Thank you for your letter re the P.III clutch. I am glad that this is still giving… | ||
| img132 | Letter discussing mileage for bearing replacement due to oil consumption, compared to a Chevrolet. | ||
| View original record | H. Adkins, Esq. -2- 6.5.37. in the States, and give me some idea as to the mileage, when oil consumption rises, the bearings have to be replaced, etc. compared with such cars as the Chevrolet. Yours… | ||
| img133 | Letter to The Zenith Carburetter Co. regarding the dispatch and arrival of carburetters for testing on a 25/30 model. | ||
| View original record | Rm17/R. 6th May, 1937. T.L. Turner, Esq., The Zenith Carburetter Co.,Ltd., Honeypot Lane, Stanmore, Middlesex. Dear Mr. Turner, When we were in South Bend, Mr. Mock sent us a nice double-choke… | ||
| img134 | Letter to The Harrison Radiator Co. following up on a radiator delivery and placing an order for Chevrolet and Buick radiators. | ||
| View original record | c. Roy. c. C/JWH. Rm16/R. 6th May, 1937. L.P. Sanders, Esq., The Harrison Radiator Co., NEW YORK. U.S.A. Dear Sanders, I am now back in England, and should like to thank you for the courtesy which you… | ||
| img135 | Letter to Ben Hopkins of The Cleveland Graphite Bronze Co. regarding strip bearing tests and big end loading. | ||
| View original record | Rm19/R. 6th May, 1937. Ben Hopkins, Esq., The Cleveland Graphite Bronze Co., 880 East 72nd Street, CLEVELAND, U.S.A. Dear Mr. Hopkins, When I visited your Plant, I discussed strip bearings with Mr.… | ||
| img136 | Letter to the Delco Shock Absorber Company regarding an order for 8 shock absorbers. | ||
| View original record | 164 RM13/R. 6th May, 1937. Mr. Rossman, The Delco Shock Absorber Company, Dayton, OHIO. U.S.A. Dear Rossman, I am now back in England, and should like to take the opportunity of thanking you for the… | ||
| img137 | Follow-up letter to A.C. Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. regarding a requested sample pump for testing. | ||
| View original record | / Bm18/R. 6th May, 1937. The A.C. Sphinx Sparking Plug Co.,Ltd., Dunstable, BEDS: For the attention of Mr. N.F. Stockbridge. Dear Sirs, When we were in the States recently we called on the A.C. plant,… | ||
| img138 | Clutch plate issues on car 3-AZ-194 in America, and a recommendation for future action. | ||
| View original record | To. from Rm. E. E. or-Hy. or-Dev or-Hdr. Hall/R.6.5.37. Attached is a copy of a letter we have received from Adkins relative to the Long clutch plate which was fitted to 3-AZ-194 in America. This car… | ||
| img139 | Letter regarding the excellent condition of the clutch in the Propaganda Car after covering 3,500 miles. | ||
| View original record | COPY. J. S. Inskip. Inc. Rolls-Royce & Bentley Motor Cars. Long Island City, April 26th, 1937. Mr. Robotham, Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby, England. Re:- Propaganda Car - P.111 3-A-194. Dear Mr. Robotham:… | ||
| img140 | Letter from Briggs Motor Bodies Limited arranging a meeting to discuss improving the production and price of steel bodies. | ||
| View original record | BRIGGS MOTOR BODIES LIMITED DIRECTORS: THE RT. HON. THE EARL OF DENBIGH, G.C.V.O., C.M.G., CHAIRMAN. W. D. MANNING. (U.S.A.), BRITISH & IMPERIAL MANAGING DIRECTOR. W. O. BRIGGS, (U.S.A.) LT.-COL. J.… | ||
| img141 | Letter from Zenith Carburetter Co Ltd requesting an official order for two carburetters shipped by Bendix. | ||
| View original record | The ZENITH CARBURETTER CO LTD CARS DRIVEN BY OUR STAFF ARE AT CUSTOMERS OWN RISK AND RESPONSIBILITY TELEGRAMS ZENICARBUR PHONE, LONDON CODE A.B.C. 5th EDITION LATE STANMORE MIDDLESEX ADJOINING… | ||
| img142 | Letter from The Zenith Carburetter Co Ltd regarding a Bendix Products Corporation drawing for a 45mm dual downdraught carburetter. | ||
| View original record | The ZENITH CARBURETTER CO LTD CARS DRIVEN BY OUR STAFF ARE AT CUSTOMERS' OWN RISK AND RESPONSIBILITY TELEGRAMS ZENICARBUR PHONE LONDON CODE BENTLEYS EDITION STAMP: STANMORE MIDDLESEX ADJOINING… | ||
| img143 | Itemized list of travelling expenses incurred in the U.S.A. | ||
| View original record | Our file. Totals only sent H.O. from Rm. Rm1/R.7.5.37. EXPENSES U.S.A. 17th FEB. to APRIL 22nd INCLUSIVE. Travelling Expenses. Dollars. Feb. 24th - Taxi - New York ............ .60 " 25th - " " "… | ||
| img144 | Continued list of travelling expenses and costs for obtaining driving licences. | ||
| View original record | -2- Dollars. Brought F'ward: 198.16 Travelling Expenses (Cont'd) April 8th Cleveland - Detroit Air 7.90 Taxis ................. 1.85 " 12th Transportation ......... 7.80 Tips ................... .25… | ||
| img145 | List of parts purchased in the U.S.A. with their costs in dollars. | ||
| View original record | -3- PARTS BOUGHT - U.S.A. Dollars. Two Tyres - P.III 40.72 Packard Exhaust System 6.50 Part Payment - Lincoln Brake Drum 3.63 50.85 | ||
| img146 | Itemized list of expenses for cables, postage, stationery, and long-distance phone calls. | ||
| View original record | -4- CABLES, POSTAGES, STATIONERY, ETC. Dollars. Long Distance Phone Calls 3.75 Stamps, Stationery, etc. 5.40 CABLES. Feb. 24th - Washington .54 " 25th - " .56 March 1st - Dayton .25 " - Lockport .20… | ||
| img147 | Itemized list of entertaining expenses from February to April. | ||
| View original record | -5- ENTERTAINING EXPENSES. Dollars. Feb. 23rd - Inskip & Party 15.00 Mar. 10th - Griswold & Schubert 22.00 (Packards) 14th - Howe, Air Attache 11.00 17th - Gyer - G.M. Rubber 4.50 18th - Olley &… | ||
| img148 | Breakdown of living allowance expenses over several months. | ||
| View original record | -6- LIVING ALLOWANCE. 17th to 22nd Feb. on Boat inclusive £7/10/- 6 days @ 25/- 23rd to 28th Feb.inc. 6 days 1st " 31st March " 31 " 1st " 15th April " 15 " -- 52 " 52 days @ 10/- = 520/- 16th to 21st… | ||
| img149 | Letter of credit detailing currency conversions from pounds sterling to US dollars for transactions in New York and Detroit. | ||
| View original record | LETTER OF CREDIT. Dollars. Feb. 25th New York £50 @ 4.85 = 243 March 6th Detroit £50 @ 4.87 = 243.5 March 20th Detroit £50 @ 4.87 = 243.5 April 1st Detroit £45 @ 4.87 = 219.0 April 10th Detroit £25 @… | ||
| img150 | Summary of total expenses incurred, including travel, parts, allowances and currency conversion calculations. | ||
| View original record | T O T A L S. Travelling Expenses etc. ........ 288.36 Parts Bought U.S.A. .......... 50.85 Cables, Postages, Stationery, etc. 75.59 Entertaining Expenses .......... 100.25 Living Allowance in U.S.A.… | ||
| img151 | Letter from Zenith Carburetter Co Ltd regarding the dispatch and customs clearance for two carburettors. | ||
| View original record | The ZENITH CARBURETTER CO-LTD CARS DRIVEN BY OUR STAFF ARE AT CUSTOMERS OWN RISK AND RESPONSIBILITY TELEGRAMS ZENICARBUR PHONE LONDON CODE A.B.C. 5th EDITION STAMP: STANMORE MIDDLESEX ADJOINING… | ||
| img152 | Urgent telex to New York requesting information on the behaviour of a car's clutch during long trials. | ||
| View original record | N.L.T. a 10.5.37. INSKIP 10 EAST 57TH STREET NEW YORK. LATEST INFORMATION REGARDING BEHAVIOUR OF LONG CLUTCH IN TRIALS CAR URGENTLY REQUIRED STOP IF SATISFACTORY PLEASE CONTINUE MILEAGE. [Signature:… | ||
| img153 | Letter of appreciation for R.C. Vaughan Lewis's trip to America. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Sg. re R.C. Vaughan Lewis. (a) Sg.11/E10.5.37 Referring to the above whom you selected to go to America with the P.III, I thought you would like to know that Mr. Inskip has written a… | ||
| img154 | Telegram received by telephone regarding a mileage book and factory instructions. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: A 52. By: J from: N.Y. Works Date: 11.2.31 To: Rotehame Hythe FROM: J m/l/b mileage book service school instruction sales factory THIS… | ||
| img155 | Telegram received by telephone from New York concerning clutch mileage. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. c c W TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 10-35a.m. By: SO from: N. York Date: 11/3/37 To: Raketham Keynes 13 Message Text: mileage clutch since final installation is… | ||
| img156 | Letter from the US retailer to Derby regarding clutch performance in a trials car and a customer's vehicle. | ||
| View original record | NEW YORK SALES SALON 10 EAST 57TH STREET CABLE ADDRESS "ROLLIC" NEW YORK ELDORADO 5-3808 J. S. INSKIP, INC. AUTHORIZED RETAILERS FOR THE UNITED STATES ROLLS-ROYCE & BENTLEY MOTOR CARS NEW YORK SERVICE… | ||
| img157 | Letter regarding sending a P-III trials car to Boston for promotional work. | ||
| View original record | -2- Mr.W.A.Robotham May 11, 1937 extra P-III business from now on, as this will be the first opportunity we have had in New York on the trials car. We sent it over to Boston for two or three days with… | ||
| img158 | Letter from J.S. Inskip, Inc. to W.A. Robotham regarding an outstanding indebtedness and its settlement. | ||
| View original record | J. S. INSKIP, INC. Authorized Distributor for the United States ROLLS-ROYCE & BENTLEY MOTOR CARS Sales Salon 10 EAST 57th STREET, NEW YORK CITY ELDORADO 5-3600 AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEPOT BREWSTER… | ||
| img159 | Invoice from the Detroit Athletic Club for Mr. W. A. Robotham's April house account. | ||
| View original record | INVOICE AUDITOR'S OFFICE Detroit Athletic Club DETROIT, MICH. May 12, 1937. NO. ______ Mr. W. A. Robotham, April House Account. Telephone $ 4.25 Telegrams 13.64 Laundry 6.47 Restaurant 22.82 Room… | ||
| img160 | Casting difficulties for cylinder blocks and heads, and the importance of testing a US iron composition. | ||
| View original record | Hs. From Rm. O. RHC. Since writing Rm3/R.11.5.37, we have had a talk over the difficulties of casting our cylinder blocks with the Foundry, and modifications are being made to the design to facilitate… | ||
| img161 | Cablegram from New York regarding satisfactory clutch trial mileage. | ||
| View original record | Commercial Cables PLEASE MARK YOUR REPLY 'VIA COMMERCIAL' TELEPHONE: MIDLAND 2414 (3 LINES) TELEX: MIDLAND 2276 PHONE FOR MESSENGER TO COLLECT YOUR CABLEGRAMS. All America Cables Postal Telegraph… | ||
| img162 | Letter from Bendix Products Corporation regarding the layout of a large dual carburetor. | ||
| View original record | BENDIX PRODUCTS CORPORATION SUBSIDIARY OF BENDIX AVIATION CORPORATION GENERAL OFFICES AND PLANT SOUTH BEND, INDIANA May 19, 1937 Rolls Royce, Ltd. Derbyshire, England (Nightingale Road) Attention: Mr.… | ||
| img163 | Letter to H.J.E. Reid of the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics (USA) confirming arrangements for a factory visit. | ||
| View original record | Rm.2/AP. May 22nd.1937 H.J.E.Reid Esq., Engineer-in-Charge, National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics, Langley Memorial Aeronautical Laboratory, Langley Field, HAMPTON, VA. U.S.A. Dear Mr.Reid, Many… | ||
| img164 | Telegram from Birmal regarding the availability of test pistons. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAM RECEIVED FMS 53 BM A Prefix: Time handed in. Office of Origin and Service Instructions: 2.47 5.45 BIRMINGHAM F 15 Words: 47 To: ROBOTHAM ROYCAR DERBY YOUR WIRE HOPING TO HAVE TEST… | ||
| img165 | Letter to J.S. Inskip in New York regarding a clutch issue on a demonstration car and a future visit. | ||
| View original record | Bm6/R. 24th May, 1937 J.S. Inskip, Esq., 10 East 57th Street, NEW YORK. Dear Inskip, Thank you very much for your letters and cables re the clutch on your Demonstration car. I am glad that we seem to… | ||
| img166 | Letter to the Graham-Paige Corporation discussing supercharging, centrifugal blowers, and cadmium nickel bearings. | ||
| View original record | RmB/R. F. Kishline, Esq., The Graham-Paige Corporation, Detroit, Michigan, U.S.A. 24th MAY. 1937. Dear Kishline, I have written to Leylands with regard to your manufacturing some of their Diesel… | ||
| img167 | Letter regarding payment of an invoice from the Detroit Athletic Club and passing on another invoice. | ||
| View original record | RmS/R. 24th May, 1937. Miss A. Dreier, Secretary to Mr. J.S. Inskip, 10 East 57th Street, NEW YORK. U.S.A. Dear Miss Dreier, Thank you for your letter of May 13th. As the Detroit Athletic Club have… | ||
| img168 | Cablegram to Inskip, New York, requesting quotations and deliveries for 100 clutch plates and linings. | ||
| View original record | ce PER N.L.T. INSKIP 10 EAST 57TH STREET, NEW YORK. To Jones WE WANT QUOTATIONS AND DELIVERIES FOR 100 CLUTCH PLATES AND LININGS WITHOUT CENTRES AS FITTED TO YOUR TRIALS CAR STOP JONES NOT YET REPLIED… | ||
| img169 | Brief internal cable message instructing contact with 'HIVE'. | ||
| View original record | MY THEM. CABLE PLEASE CONTACT HIVE ROBOTHAM. )) 25.5.37 | ||
| img170 | Letter from Harrison Radiator Division to W. A. Robotham regarding safe arrival and a parts shipment. | ||
| View original record | HARRISON RADIATOR DIVISION GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION LOCKPORT, NEW YORK Mr. W. A. Robotham, Rolls Royce, Ltd., Derby, Derbyshire, England. Dear Mr. Robotham: Happy to learn as per yours of May 7th… | ||
| img171 | Letter from Harrison Radiator Division regarding a shipment delay and a misaddressed letter. | ||
| View original record | HARRISON HARRISON RADIATOR DIVISION GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION LOCKPORT, NEW YORK Mr Covert SIE/HCT/HP/ Q / 1 May 25, 1937 Rolls-Royce, Ltd. Derby England Attention: Mr. W. A. Robotham Gentlemen: The… | ||
| img172 | Letter from a US retailer to Derby regarding clutch and steering problems on P-III demonstrator and customer cars. | ||
| View original record | NEW YORK SALES SALON 10 EAST 57TH STREET 'CABLE ADDRESS "ROLLIC" NEW YORK ELDORADO 5-2808 NEW YORK SERVICE DEPOT BY AUTHORITY OF ROLLS-ROYCE, LTD., ENGLAND AND BENTLEY MOTORS, LTD. BREWSTER BUILDING,… | ||
| img173 | Dodge engine oil consumption, wear due to dust in western states, and an inquiry about a clutch. | ||
| View original record | Mr. W. A. Robotham #2 MAY 28, 1927 In regards to your question on the Dodge engine, I have conferred with the resident engineer of the Dodge Co. in New York, a Mr. Paul, and he advises their oil… | ||
| img174 | Letter to Bendix Products Corporation regarding the manufacturing of the Phantom III carburettor. | ||
| View original record | Rml6/R. 31st MAY, 1937. F.C. Mook, Esq., Bendix Products Corporation, South Bend, Indiana, U.S.A. Dear Mr. Mook, I was exceedingly pleased to receive the schemed drawing of the Phantom III… | ||
| img175 | Weight distribution data for Packard, Vauxhall, and Rover vehicles. | ||
| View original record | May 1937 PACKARD. 34 H.P. Front Wheels 15 3 7 C. q. lbs. Rear " 18 1 14 9 . lbs. = 34 - 21 VAUXHALL. 25 H.P. 9 ft 3 in. Wheelbase Short type Front wheels 14 - 14 Time up Ticknall 57.8 secs. Rear " 16… | ||
| img176 | Note regarding British Oxygen's Oxweld 25M Welding Rod and Brazd Flux for brazing. | ||
| View original record | HPS from Rm. Rml/R.8.6.37 British Oxygen. Oxweld 25M. Welding.Rod. (Brazing) Oxweld Brazd. Flux. This was recommended to me in U.S.A. as being as easy to use as solder. Excellent for quick… | ||
| img177 | Request to place a covering order with Eaton Spring Manufacturing Co. for various vehicle springs. | ||
| View original record | Rmb/R.10.6.37. O.G/WPH. Roy. From Rm. Will you please pass a covering order to the Eaton Spring Manufacturing Co. for the following parts:- 1 - 153750 Hudson Front Spring 1 - 154519 " Rear " 1 -… | ||
| img178 | Table detailing U.S. New Car Registrations and Estimated Dollar Volume by retail price classes for March and the first three months of a year. | ||
| View original record | U.S. New Car Registrations and Estimated Dollar Volume by Retail Price Classes | | New Registrations | | | Estimated Dollar Volume | | | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | | March | | First Three… | ||
| img179 | Letter from US retailer J. S. Inskip, Inc. to Derby regarding a cabled quotation. | ||
| View original record | NEW YORK SALES SALON 10 EAST 57TH STREET "ROLLS, NEW YORK" CABLE ADDRESS ELDORADO 5-2808 NEW YORK SERVICE DEPOT BY AUTHORITY OF ROLLS-ROYCE, LTD. ENGLAND AND BENTLEY MOTORS, LTD. BREWSTER BUILDING… | ||
| img180 | Letter from an American retailer confirming payment for an outstanding account and discussing upcoming travel plans to England. | ||
| View original record | J.S. INSKIP, INC. Authorized Retailers for the United States ROLLS-ROYCE & BENTLEY MOTOR CARS Sales Salon 10 EAST 57th STREET, NEW YORK CITY (ELDORADO 5-3600) AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEPOT BREWSTER… | ||
| img181 | Invoice from J.S. Inskip, Inc. for car parts. | ||
| View original record | Rm. We have an invoice from J.S. Inskip, Inc. dated 11th ulto. details of which are shown below. If you agree this invoice may be paid, will you please give Roy, instructions for covering order to be… | ||
| img182 | Request to place an order for parts already received by J.S. Inskip, Inc. in New York City. | ||
| View original record | Roy, From Rm. O.C/JWH. Rm6/R.15.6.37. Will you please pass an order to:- J.S. Inskip, Inc., 10 East 57th Street, New York City, for the following items already received:- 1 Rear Silencer 1… | ||
| img183 | Letter to Miss A. Dreier regarding her proposed visit to Derby in July. | ||
| View original record | Rmd/R. 15th June, 1937. Miss A. Dreier, c/o S.S. "Queen Mary", NEW YORK. Dear Miss Dreier, I am delighted to hear that you are proposing to come to England early in July, and that there is a… | ||
| img184 | Cover note for a report on a recent visit to the U.S.A. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. Hs. From Hs/Ryoe. ---------------- Hs./Ryoe.1/T15.6.37. U.S. Visit. I send you herewith copy of my report on my recent visit to U.S.A.. Hs/Ryoe. | ||
| img185 | Specification and costing sheet for a LaSalle #5019 4-door 'Toursed' vehicle. | ||
| View original record | Rolls Royce Derby England a APR 14/37 LASALLE # 5019 4 DR TOURSED R.H.D SWHLS - BUMPER PARET GT ENDORN HOT WATER HEATER & DEFROSTER MASTER RADIO FLEX STEER WHL LEATHER 1 F.S & DECLSSS VN. RED FDS x… | ||
| img186 | Letter from the New York Sales Salon to Derby regarding demonstrators, sales, and the American market. | ||
| View original record | NEW YORK SALES SALON 10 EAST 57TH STREET NEW YORK "HOLLAND" BUILDING, NEW YORK ELDORADO 5-2605 NEW YORK SERVICE DEPOT BY AUTHORITY OF ROLLS-ROYCE, LTD. ENGLAND BENTLEY MOTORS, LTD. BREWSTER BUILDING,… | ||
| img187 | Page 2 of a letter discussing advertising, car body design, and customer relations. | ||
| View original record | Mr. W. A. Robotham -page 2- June 2, 1937 too, would be very helpful and something which I, myself, cannot afford at present. The American manufacturer does quite a little of this national advertising,… | ||
| img188 | Letter from H. J. E. Reid of NACA to W. A. Robotham regarding changes to a proposed visit to England. | ||
| View original record | NATIONAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR AERONAUTICS LANGLEY MEMORIAL AERONAUTICAL LABORATORY LANGLEY FIELD, HAMPTON, VA. JOSEPH S. AMES, PH.D., CHAIRMAN DAVID W. TAYLOR, D.ENG., VICE CHAIRMAN CHARLES G.… | ||
| img189 | Letter to Mr. Reid acknowledging his correspondence and anticipating his arrival in England. | ||
| View original record | Rml5/R. H.J.E. Reid, Esq., 187, Church Road, Upper Norwood, S.E.19. 23rd June, 1937. Dear Mr. Reid, Thank you for your letter of June 11th. We shall expect to hear from you when you arrive in England.… | ||
| img190 | Letter to Capt. W. Lawrence Hope regarding a photograph taken on board the 'Berengaria' and an invitation to Derby. | ||
| View original record | Rm15/R. 25th June, 1937. Capt. W. Lawrence Hope, International Air Freight Ltd., 120, Pall Mall, LONDON. S.W. 1. Dear Hope, Here is a photograph of yourself taken on board the "Berengaria". My… | ||
| img191 | Letter on Grosvenor House, London letterhead regarding travel itineraries and a missed meeting. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: GROSVENOR 6363. TELEGRAMS: 'GROVHOWS, AUDLEY, LONDON'. GROSVENOR HOUSE, PARK LANE, LONDON, W. 1. Dear Mr. Robertson After a most delightful crossing, here I am. Conducted tours have many… | ||
| img192 | Letter discussing a change of travel plans regarding a visit to the Works and arrangements to board a ship. | ||
| View original record | 2. have been able to contact you. It was then my plan, if it suited us with you, to come up late Thurs p.m. and spend Fri. Am at the Works, return-ing on the afternoon, you see I am really on the same… | ||
| img193 | Letter on Grosvenor House headed paper regarding upcoming travel and communication. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: GROSVENOR 6363 TELEGRAMS: GROVHOWS, AUDLEY, LONDON. GROSVENOR HOUSE, PARK LANE, LONDON, W.I. (3) If I can work that out, I most certainly shall, and communicate with you prior to coming… | ||
| img194 | Thank you letter to S. Sparrow of Studebaker Corporation following a visit. | ||
| View original record | Rm7/R. 7th July, 1937. S. Sparrow, Esq., Studebaker Corporation, South Bend, INDIANA. U.S.A. Dear Sparrow, Thank you so much for the interesting afternoon you gave us at South Bend. I hope that if… | ||
| img195 | Letter to the Chief Engineer of Chrysler thanking him for hospitality during a visit to Detroit which was cut short by a strike. | ||
| View original record | RmB/R. 7th July, 1937. H. Woolson, Esq., Chief Engineer, Chrysler Motors Limited, DETROIT. U.S.A. Dear Woolson, Thank you very much for the hospitality which the Chrysler Co. extended to me whilst I… | ||
| img196 | Thank you letter to Buick's Chief Engineer following a visit, discussing foundry techniques and requesting information on 1938 models. | ||
| View original record | Rm4/R. 7th July, 1937. cc C. Chayne, Esq., Chief Engineer, The Buick Motor Company, Flint, Michigan. U.S.A. Dear Chayne, Thank you very much for looking after me during the very enjoyable visit which… | ||
| img197 | Letter to the Chief Engineer of Cadillac Motor Car Company regarding a recent visit to America. | ||
| View original record | RMD/R E.W. Seaholm, Esq., Chief Engineer, The Cadillac Motor Car Company, DETROIT. U.S.A. Dear Seaholm, Having now cleared up some of the work which accumulated while I was in America, I should like… | ||
| img198 | Letter to Mr. Crawford of Chevrolet following up on a meeting in Detroit. | ||
| View original record | Rm6/R. 7th July, 1937. Mr. Crawford, Chief Engineer, Chevrolet Motor Co., General Motors Building, DETROIT, U.S.A. Dear Crawford, I enjoyed seeing you when I was in Detroit. I wish there had been time… | ||
| img199 | Letter confirming payment of an account to the Detroit Athletic Club. | ||
| View original record | Rm6/R. 8th July, 1937. Detroit Athletic Club, Auditor's Office, DETROIT. U.S.A. Dear Sirs, I have pleasure in enclosing herewith cheque for $37.71 in settlement of my account as per attached card.… | ||
| img200 | Letter of complaint to a shipping company regarding passenger booking difficulties and subsequent charges. | ||
| View original record | Rml/R. 10th July, 1937. The General Manager, Cunard S. S. Co., Pier Head, LIVERPOOL. Dear Sir, As you are probably aware, six members of the Rolls-Royce Co. have already made the double journey… | ||
| img201 | Complaint letter regarding poor cabin allocation and service during a sea voyage. | ||
| View original record | -2- a cabin such as we had asked for two months earlier was available but we were not given the refusal of it. Two similar cabins were, we believe, given to the last minute passengers from the… | ||
| img202 | Letter from Cunard White Star Limited responding to a complaint about travel arrangements. | ||
| View original record | CUNARD WHITE STAR LIMITED. GENERAL PASSENGER DEPARTMENT Telegrams: "CUNARDSTAR LIVERPOOL." Telephone: BANK 9200. CUNARD BUILDING, LIVERPOOL 3. HH/P 13th July 1937. 43/PMB W.A. Robotham, Esq.,… | ||
| img203 | Letter from Chevrolet's Chief Engineer, J. M. Crawford, to Mr. W. A. Robotham. | ||
| View original record | CHEVROLET - CENTRAL OFFICE DIVISION OF GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION DETROIT, MICHIGAN GENERAL MOTORS BUILDING July 29, 1937 km Mr. W. A. Robotham Rolls-Royce, Ltd. Derby Dear Mr. Robotham Thanking very… | ||
| img204 | Letter from H.D. Woolson of Chrysler Corporation to W.A. Robotham regarding a recent visit. | ||
| View original record | CHRYSLER CORPORATION Detroit, Michigan, U.S.A July - Twenty-nine - Thirty-seven. W. A. Robotham, Esq., Rolls-Royce Ltd. Derby, England. Dear Robotham: I want you to know that we very much enjoyed your… | ||
| img205 | Letter from a US retailer regarding P-III overheating, clutch performance, faulty shock absorbers, and oil leaks. | ||
| View original record | NEW YORK SALES SALON 10 EAST 57TH STREET "CABLE ADDRESS" "ROLLIC" NEW YORK ELDORADO 5-3808 NEW YORK SERVICE DEPOT BY AUTHORITY OF ROLLS-ROYCE, LTD., ENGLAND BENTLEY MOTORS, LTD. BREWSTER BUILDING,… | ||
| img206 | Letter from a US retailer to Derby regarding an enquiry from their Boston branch about the new 30 HP model. | ||
| View original record | J. S. INSKP, INC. AUTHORIZED RETAILERS FOR THE UNITED STATES ROLLS-ROYCE & BENTLEY MOTOR CARS NEW YORK SALES SALON 10 EAST 57TH STREET NEW YORK CABLE ADDRESS "ROLLAC" NEW YORK ELDORADO 5-2808 NEW YORK… | ||
| img207 | Customer's complaint about the ride quality of a 30-HP town car and an inquiry about fitting Knee-action suspension. | ||
| View original record | c o p y R. E. CLARK, INC. Boston, Mass. August 12, 1937 To: Mr. Adkins From: Mr. Clark Re: Davenport 30-HP, GXM-69 The above owner is complaining again about the riding of her 30-HP town car. She… | ||
| img208 | Customer complaint on chassis GXM-69, discussing shock absorber oil levels and the possibility of a knee action system. | ||
| View original record | cc Mr. Robotham Long Island City August 13, 1937 To: Mr. Clark From: Mr. Adkins Re:- Chassis GXM-69 (Davenport) I note your remarks about the customer's complaint. I suppose you have checked the shock… | ||
| img209 | Letter to J.S.Inskip Inc. in New York regarding overheating issues in traffic and proposed solutions. | ||
| View original record | Rm.18/AP. August 17th 1937. H.Adkins Esq., J.S.Inskip Inc., 10 East 57th Street, NEW YORK, U.S.A. Dear Adkins, It was nice to hear from you. We have had a certain amount of over-heating in traffic.… | ||
| img210 | Letter discussing issues with dampers, steering modifications, and high-pressure fuel pumps due to heat. | ||
| View original record | With regard to the damper trouble, we suggest that you lock these nuts on every car which comes into your hands until we can put the matter right. With regard to steering, I am afraid there is not… | ||
| img211 | Letter regarding the impossibility of adapting Knee-Action suspension to the 30 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | RmlO/R. 1st Sept. 1937. H. Adkins, Esq., Messrs. J.S. Inskip, Inc. Dear Mr. Adkins, Replying to your letter of August 13th, you are correct in assuming that it is quite impossible to adapt Knee-Action… | ||
| img212 | Follow-up letter to Cunard White Star Limited regarding an investigation into a trans-Atlantic crossing. | ||
| View original record | Rms/R. a. Sept.2nd. 1937. Cunard White Star Limited, Cunard Building, LIVERPOOL. 3. Dear Sirs, Referring to your letter of the 13th July - reference HH/p - in which you stated that you would… | ||
| img213 | Letter from the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics thanking Mr. Robotham for his hospitality during a visit to Derby. | ||
| View original record | NATIONAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR AERONAUTICS LANGLEY MEMORIAL AERONAUTICAL LABORATORY LANGLEY FIELD, HAMPTON, VA. August 16, 1937. IN REPLY REFER TO NO. TELEPHONE: HAMPTON 270 W. A. Robotham, Esq.,… | ||
| img214 | Letter from Cunard White Star Limited regarding a delay in correspondence about a passenger booking. | ||
| View original record | 43/788 CUNARD WHITE STAR LIMITED. GENERAL PASSENGER DEPARTMENT. TELEGRAMS: "CUNARDSTAR, LIVERPOOL." TELEPHONE: BANK 9200. CUNARD BUILDING, LIVERPOOL 3. CHP/P. 4th September 1937. W. A. Robotham, Esq.,… | ||
| img215 | Brief note regarding a letter to be dispatched and three fans for London conditions. | ||
| View original record | Ms. from Rm. Herewith letter to Insall. He should like you to agree to us despatching to him three of the fans which we have found satisfactory for London conditions. | ||
| img216 | Letter regarding a cure for vapour lock using high-pressure petrol pumps. | ||
| View original record | Bond/R. 25th October, 1937. J.S. Inskip, Esq., 10 East 57th Street, NEW YORK CITY. Dear Inskip, We have now got a complete cure for vapour lock, this consists of high pressure petrol pumps in the… | ||
| img217 | Letter from a US retailer to the factory regarding fuel pump failures and vapor lock issues. | ||
| View original record | NEW YORK SALES SALON 10 EAST 57TH STREET "CABLE ADDRESS 'ROLLIC' NEW YORK" ELDORADO 5-2606 J. S. INSKIP, INC. AUTHORIZED RETAILERS FOR THE UNITED STATES ROLLS-ROYCE & BENTLEY MOTOR CARS NEW YORK… | ||
| img218 | Letter from J.S. Inskip, Inc. concerning failures of high-pressure petrol pumps and their installation. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y Long Island City November 16, 1937 Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby, England. Re: P-III High Pressure Petrol Pumps. Gentlemen: We note that you have sent us three sets of high pressure pumps and we… | ||
| img219 | Letter to Wilcox-Rich Manufacturing Corp. requesting information on American side-valve engine technology and valve lift. | ||
| View original record | Rmk/2/R. 6th December, 1937. Mr. Young, Wilcox-Rich Manufacturing Corporation, DETROIT, Mich: U.S.A. Dear Mr. Young, We have been running an engine with an exhaust side valve, which has particularly… | ||
| img220 | Letter to Lycoming Motors inquiring about achieving high exhaust valve lift and follower design for motor boat engines. | ||
| View original record | Rmll/R. 6th December, 1937. Mr. Herrick, Chief Engineer, Lycoming Motors Ltd., WILLIAMSPORT. U.S.A. Dear Mr. Herrick, We have been experimenting with a high output engine having a side exhaust valve,… | ||
| img221 | Thank you letter to Mr. G.J. Mead for the 'Horseless Carriage Days' book and a personal invitation. | ||
| View original record | Rmb/R. 23rd December, 1937. G.J. Mead, Esq., Messrs. Pratt & Whitney Aircraft Corporation, Hartford, CONNECTICUT, U.S.A. Dear Mr. Mead, Thanks very much for the "Horseless Carriage Days". It looks as… | ||
| img222 | Letter detailing the diagnosis and resolution of a persistent engine misfiring issue in a demonstrator vehicle. | ||
| View original record | NEW YORK SALES SALON 10 EAST 57TH STREET CABLE ADDRESS "ROLLIC" NEW YORK ELDORADO 5-2605 J. S. INSKIP, INC. AUTHORIZED RETAILERS FOR THE UNITED STATES ROLLS-ROYCE & BENTLEY MOTOR CARS NEW YORK SERVICE… | ||
| img223 | Letter to Mr. W. A. Robotham about an issue with a valve rocker mechanism sticking or returning slowly. | ||
| View original record | Mr. W. A. Robotham #2 November 3, 1927 We are passing this information along to you for your consideration and should be pleased to know whether you have done any-thing in regard to developing… | ||
| img224 | Diagram illustrating adjusting screws fitted to an eccentric bushing on a rocker arm. | ||
| View original record | ADJUSTING SCREWS FITTED TO, ECCENTRIC BUSHING FROM H, PLATE, ROCKER, ISS. B. EXS3 ON C3 | ||
| img225 | Diagram for a plate designed to hold a valve open, which is anchored to a rocker arm shaft. | ||
| View original record | PLATE TO PREVENT [illegible] HOLDING VALVE OPEN [illegible] ANCHORED TO EXSISTING ROCKER ARM SHAFT 1/8 FLAT STEEL STOCK | ||
| img226 | Letter from B. S. Cunningham to Mr. Robotham regarding a Bentley and personal matters. | ||
| View original record | B. S. Cunningham Greens Farms, Conn. Telephone, Fairfield, Conn-140 Dec. 20. Dear Mr. Robotham: I want to thank you very much for your Xmas card, and wish you the best of luck for the New Year. My… | ||
| img227 | Performance review of a Cadillac V16, comparing its acceleration times to a smaller Cadillac model. | ||
| View original record | You got anything new coming along yet? I have been corresponding with Seholm, the Chief Engineer of Cadillac, about a short chassis V16, as the new motor is very good and the car has lots of… | ||
| img228 | Letter from B. S. Cunningham discussing the procurement and properties of 100 octane fuel compared to 87 octane fuel for engine use. | ||
| View original record | B. S. Cunningham Telephone, Fairfield, Conn-140 Greens Farms, Conn. weighs only 1050 lbs. I would like to compare this with the weight of the 3 ½ or 4 ¼ litre Bentley engine. I have obtained some 100… | ||
| img229 | Letter from Briggs Cunningham comparing his Cadillac V16 and Fiat 500 to a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | Cadillac V16 reminded me very much of the ride I had in the V12 Rolls in Florida last winter. Both cars felt a bit heavy in the front end, and I didn't like either one as much as the Bentley. I bought… | ||
| img230 | Letter from a New York attorney enclosing a newspaper clipping regarding workforce reductions at General Motors. | ||
| View original record | JOHN J. Mc MANUS ATTORNEY AND COUNSELOR AT LAW 150 BROADWAY NEW YORK TELEPHONE: RECTOR 2-0220 Handwritten notes: H/Hs, Rm (circled), a (circled) December 29th, 1937. M/s Rolls Royce, Ltd., 15 Conduit… | ||
| img231 | Letter to Mr. Cunningham discussing grouse shooting, car comparisons, and engine specifications. | ||
| View original record | Rm3/R B.S. Cunningham, Esq., Greens Farms, Conn: U.S.A. 31st December, 1937. Dear Mr. Cunningham, I was very glad to hear from you again - we missed you in Scotland this year. There was hardly any… | ||
| img232 | Letter to B.S. Cunningham discussing the 'Fiat 500' car and a potential trip to America. | ||
| View original record | B.S. Cunningham, Esq. -2- 31.12.37. I have tried the little 'Fiat 500' - it is certainly a very cleverly designed car. I doubt if I shall get over to America this year - I hope to see you before long.… | ||
| img233 | Letter to P.D. Herrick of Lycoming Manufacturing Co. regarding high lift cams with mushroom followers. | ||
| View original record | Rml/R. 7th January, 1938. P.D. Herrick, Esq., Chief Engineer, Lycoming Manufacturing Co., WILLIAMSPORT, Pa., U.S.A. Dear Mr. Herrick, Thank you so much for the information re High lift Cams with… | ||
| img234 | 'Brightray' coated exhaust valves and the material specifications for 'Silcrome' seat inserts. | ||
| View original record | COPY To Rm. LP/GOS.2/RS.21.1.38 EXHAUST VALVE AND SEAT MATERIAL. Our experience is that 'Brightray' coated exhaust valves are the most suitable for aero engines. Completely 'Brightray' coated valves,… | ||
| img235 | Letter from Wilcox-Rich discussing cam design, valve lift, tappet types, and camshaft materials. | ||
| View original record | WILCOX-RICH a DIVISION OF EATON MANUFACTURING COMPANY 9771 FRENCH ROAD DETROIT, MICHIGAN PLANTS MARSHALL BATTLE CREEK PRODUCTS VALVES VALVE SEAT RINGS TAPPETS HYDRAULIC LIFTERS December 28, 1937 Mr.… | ||
| img236 | Letter from Wilcox-Rich Corporation discussing the material specifications of Silcrome seat rings for aircraft engines. | ||
| View original record | WILCOX-RICH CORPORATION Division of Eaton Manufacturing Company Mr. T. A. Robotham Rolls-Royce, Ltd. 2. December 29, 1937 so coating the head, as giving the best results in aircraft engines. We… | ||
| img237 | List of calculations for determining cam and tappet specifications and angles. | ||
| View original record | WILCOX-RICH CORPORATION Division of Eaton Manufacturing Company Mr. W. A. Robotham December 27, 1937 1. Cam angle determined by the timing diagram. 2. Loading. From our experience the chilled-face… | ||
| img238 | Page of calculations for lift on flank, lift on involute, total lift, and base circle radius. | ||
| View original record | WILCOX-RICH CORPORATION Division of Eaton Manufacturing Company 4. Mr. W. A. Robotham December 27, 1937 9. Lift on flank: l_fl = E_fl x (1 - cos β') ¢ 10. Lift on involute: l_i = .0174533 x D/2 x B°… | ||
| img239 | Letter to Eaton Manufacturing Co. regarding hydraulic tappets and requesting a layout for oil feed on a side valve engine. | ||
| View original record | Rml/R. 24th January, 1938. Y.C. Young, Esq., Chief Engineer, Wilcox-Rich, Division of Eaton Manufacturing Co., Mich: U.S.A. Dear Mr. Young, Thank you very much for your letter of December 28th,… | ||
| img240 | Letter to Studebaker Corporation seeking information on in-line eight engine bearing designs. | ||
| View original record | Rm.8/AP. March 5th.1938. S.Sparrow Esq., Studebaker Corporation, South Bend, INDIANA, U.S.A. Dear Mr.Sparrow, In case you do not remember who I am, I came to have a talk with you in March 1937. At the… | ||
| img241 | Letter to Buick's Chief Engineer discussing inline-eight engine designs, bearing configurations, and horsepower curves. | ||
| View original record | Rm6/R 7th March, 1938 C. Chayne, Esq., Chief Engineer, Buick Motor Co., Flint, MICHIGAN. U.S.A. Dear Mr. Chayne, We have been looking at the drawings of the in-line eight engine which Sparrow has… | ||
| img242 | Request to Studebaker for a vacuum cylinder used for their assisted gear change. | ||
| View original record | HOH Messrs Reed Rm7/R. 17th March, 1938. S. Sparrow, Esq., Studebaker Corporation, South Bend, INDIANA. U.S.A. Dear Sparrow, I note the latest Studebaker has a vacuum-assisted gear change. I should… | ||
| img243 | Request to place an order with Studebaker Export Corporation for a vacuum cylinder. | ||
| View original record | O.O. from Hm. Hml/R.22.4.38 Will you please pass an order to the Studebaker Export Corporation, South Bend, Indiana, U.S.A., for one vacuum cylinder, price $13.84, as per attached letter. Hm. | ||
| img244 | Thank you letter to S. Sparrow of Studebaker Corporation for a Vacuum Cylinder. | ||
| View original record | Rm2/R. 22nd April, 1938. S. Sparrow, Esq., Studebaker Corporation, South Bend, Indiana, U.S.A. Dear Sparrow, Many thanks for the Vacuum Cylinder which has now come to hand. Yours sincerely, | ||
| img245 | Letter discussing developments on a 6-function valve, Packard soft-ride controls, and a new car project involving Walter Griswold. | ||
| View original record | Mr. W. A. Robotham Ass't. Chief Engineer Chassis Division Rolls-Royce, Ltd. Derbyshire, England Dear Mr. Robotham, Should you have mentioned my name to Mr. Maurice Olley recently, doubtless he will… | ||
| img246 | Letter discussing US motor industry conditions, the 1928 models, and potential work for a person named Walter in Great Britain. | ||
| View original record | ...tially as such details are given to you confidentially as an indication that there appears to present a period in which Walter could do work in Great Britain, probably for a year at least. Should… | ||
| img247 | Letter to Mr. Schubert regarding a factory re-organisation and a potential future meeting. | ||
| View original record | RMd/R. 10th May, 1938. F. Schubert, Esq., 1183, Colvin Blvd, Kenmore, NEW YORK. U.S.A. Dear Schubert, Very many thanks for your letter of the 7th April. Since I was last in the States, an entire… | ||
| img248 | Inquiry to Studebaker Corporation regarding their overdrive system and 6-cylinder crankshaft torsional periods. | ||
| View original record | Em10/R. 11th May, 1938. S. Sparrow, Esq., Studebaker Corporation, South Bend, Indiana, U.S.A. Dear Sparrow, We are intrigued by the operation of the over-drive on the 1937 Presidents. Unlike all the… | ||
| img249 | Letter from Studebaker discussing the inertia-operated overdrive and torsional characteristics of their engines. | ||
| View original record | THE STUDEBAKER CORPORATION SOUTH BEND, INDIANA WHS/LC May 20th 1938 Mr. A. A. Robotham Rolls-Royce Limited Derby, England Dear Robotham: The reason why there is no reference to the inertia-operated… | ||
| img250 | Forced vibration, crankshaft deflection, and the performance of different engine vibration dampers. | ||
| View original record | -2- W. A. Robotham 5.20-38 between the forced vibration caused by inertia torque and the vibration due to the torsional period of the crankshaft is shown by comparisons between torsion records taken… | ||
| img251 | Diagrams showing crankshaft torsional vibration at different RPMs for aluminium and cast iron pistons. | ||
| View original record | Top row: 1300 1700 2600 3500 Ex 1736 11/7/34 4000 R.P.M. ALUMINUM PISTONS No DAMPER Bottom row: 1300 1700 2600 3500 Ex 1736 11/7/34 4000 R.P.M. CAST IRON Pistons No DAMPER | ||
| img252 | Diagrams comparing engine characteristics using Aluminium and Cast Iron pistons at various RPMs. | ||
| View original record | Top Row: 1300 1700 2600 3500 Ex 1736 ALUMINIUM PISTONS 11/5/34 4000RPM MOTORING THROTTLE CLOSED NO DAMPER Bottom Row: 1300 1700 2600 3500 Ex 1736 C.I. PISTONS 11/5/34 4000 RPM MOTORING THROTTLE CLOSED… | ||
| img253 | Letter from Wilcox-Rich to Mr. Robotham regarding difficulties experienced with hydraulic lifters. | ||
| View original record | WILCOX-RICH DIVISION OF EATON MANUFACTURING COMPANY 9771 FRENCH ROAD DETROIT, MICHIGAN PRODUCTS RICH VALVES EATONITE VALVE SEAT RINGS VALVE SEAT INSERTS VALVE & MATIC HYDRAULIC LIFTERS PLANTS SAGINAW… | ||
| img254 | Letter responding to a query about hydraulic lash adjusters and their issues. | ||
| View original record | Rml/R. 21st June, 1938. V.C. Young, Esq., Messrs. Wilcox-Rich, Division of Eaton Manufacturing Company, 9771, French Road, DETROIT, MICHIGAN, U.S.A. Dear Mr. Young, Thank you for your letter of June… | ||
| img255 | Letter from Wilcox-Rich regarding hydraulic lash adjusters and a proposal for collaboration. | ||
| View original record | WILCOX-RICH DIVISION OF EATON MANUFACTURING COMPANY 9771 FRENCH ROAD DETROIT, MICHIGAN PRODUCTS RICH VALVES VALVE SEAT RINGS VALVE STEM GUIDES VALVE-O-MATIC HYDRAULIC LIFTERS PLANTS SAGINAW MARSHALL… | ||
| img256 | Letter from Wilcox-Rich regarding oil lubrication system drawings and oil pressure specifications. | ||
| View original record | WILCOX-RICH DIVISION OF EATON MANUFACTURING COMPANY 2. July 6, 1938 Mr. W. A. Robotham Rolls-Royce, Ltd. Oil lubrication system drawings; Oil pressure, minimum and maximum. I understand Mr. Elliott is… | ||
| img257 | Confidential letter to V.C. Young of Wilcox-Rich Manufacturing Co. regarding a request for data on a novel engine. | ||
| View original record | Rm7/R. PRIVATE & CONFIDENTIAL. 16th July, 1938. V.C. Young, Esq., Messrs Wilcox-Rich, Division of Eaton Manufacturing Co., 9771, French Road, DETROIT, MICHIGAN, U.S.A. Dear Young, Many thanks for your… | ||
| img258 | List of points of interest regarding American automotive design and technology for an upcoming visit to the U.S.A. | ||
| View original record | He/LS. from Rm. Rm10/R.25.8.38. With regard to your visit to the U.S.A. in the immediate future, the following are points in which we are interested:- (1) We should like to have as many particulars as… | ||
| img259 | List of queries regarding American automotive developments, testing, and materials. | ||
| View original record | -2- (9) We should like any information that you can pick up on the progress that has been made by General Motors on measuring noises produced by a tyre and the suspension of a motor-car in the Sound… | ||
| img260 | Letter from J. S. Inskip Inc. in New York to W. A. Robotham in Derby concerning US market feedback and car consignment. | ||
| View original record | NEW YORK SALES SALON 32 EAST 57TH STREET "ROLLIC" NEW YORK ELDORADO 5-3808 NEW YORK SERVICE DEPOT BY AUTHORITY OF ROLLS-ROYCE, LTD., ENGLAND BREWSTER BUILDING, LONG ISLAND CITY STILLWELL 4-9240 J. S.… | ||
| img261 | Letter of introduction for an engineer visiting Detroit to survey the American motor-car industry. | ||
| View original record | Rm5/R. 29th August, 1936. Jervis B. Webb, Esq., 8951, Alpine Avenue, DETROIT, Michigan. U.S.A. Dear Webb, Dr. Llewelyn Smith will be in Detroit during the next four or five weeks. He is one of our… | ||
| img262 | Letter to J.S. Inskip regarding company re-organisation and a visit from Dr. Llewelyn Smith. | ||
| View original record | Rmd/R. 27th August, 1938. J.S. Inskip, Esq., 10 East 57th Street, NEW YORK. U.S.A. Dear Inskip, Very glad to hear from you again. Since Hives took over we have been very busy re-organising the car… | ||
| img263 | Correspondence regarding the Diesel Engine Division and a list of useful industry contacts. | ||
| View original record | Hs/ls. from Rm. Rm2/R.29.8.36. Attached are copies of letters I have written to W.J. Davidson, J.S. Inskip and J.B. Webb. W.J. Davidson is running the Sales of the Diesel Engine Division. The… | ||
| img264 | Letter of introduction for Dr. Llewelyn Smith for his visit to The Eclipse Aviation Co. in the USA. | ||
| View original record | RmL3/R. 30th August, 1938. Marcus, Esq., Managing Director, The Eclipse Aviation Co., BENDIX, NEW JERSEY U.S.A. Dear Mr. Marcus, This is to introduce Dr. Llewelyn Smith, who is visiting the States on… | ||
| img265 | Letter of introduction for Dr. Llewelyn Smith to Mr. Herrick of Lycoming Motors. | ||
| View original record | Rm5/R. 30th August, 1938. Herrick, Esq., Chief Engineer, Lycoming Motors Ltd., WILLIAMSPORT. U.S.A. Dear Mr. Herrick, This is to introduce Dr. Llewelyn Smith, who is visiting the States on behalf of… | ||
| img266 | Letter of introduction for Dr. Llewelyn Smith to Mr. E.D. Geyer of General Motors in Ohio, USA. | ||
| View original record | Rm14/R. 30th August, 1938. E.D. Geyer, Esq., Chief Engineer, Inland Manufacturing Division, General Motors Corporation, DAYTON, OHIO. U.S.A. Dear Mr. Geyer, This is to introduce Dr. Llewelyn Smith,… | ||
| img267 | Letter of introduction for Dr. Llewelyn Smith to Mr. J.B. Taylor in New York. | ||
| View original record | Rml2/R. 30th August, 1938. J.B. Taylor, Esq., Jr., Messrs. Taylor-Ainsworth, Inc., 420, Lexington Avenue, NEW YORK. Dear Mr. Taylor, This is to introduce Dr. Llewelyn Smith, who is visiting the States… | ||
| img268 | Letter of introduction for Dr. Llewelyn Smith's visit to the United States. | ||
| View original record | Rml1/R 30th August, 1938. L.J. Loranger, Esq., Long Manufacturing Division, 12501 De Quindre Street, DETROIT, U.S.A. Dear Mr. Loranger, This is to introduce Dr. Llewelyn Smith, who is visiting the… | ||
| img269 | Letter of introduction for Dr. Llewelyn Smith to Mr. J.M. Crawford of Chevrolet Motor Co. | ||
| View original record | Rm10/R. 30th August, 1938. J.M. Crawford, Esq., Chief Engineer, Chevrolet Motor Co., General Motors Building, DETROIT, U.S.A. Dear Mr. Crawford, This is to introduce Dr. Llewelyn Smith, who is… | ||
| img270 | Letter of introduction for Dr. Llewelyn Smith, who is visiting the USA on behalf of the company, to Mr. L.P. Saunders of General Motors. | ||
| View original record | Pmd/R. 30th August, 1938. L.P. Saunders, Esq., Harrison Radiator Division, General Motors Corporation, Lockport, NEW YORK. Dear Mr. Saunders, This is to introduce Dr. Llewelyn Smith, who is visiting… | ||
| img271 | Letter of introduction for Dr. Llewelyn Smith for his visit to America. | ||
| View original record | Rml/R. 30th August, 1938. F. Kisline, Esq., Dear Mr. Kisline, This is to introduce Dr. Llewelyn Smith, who is visiting the States on behalf of the Rolls-Royce Co. We shall be very grateful for… | ||
| img272 | Letter of introduction for Dr. Llewelyn Smith to Mr. Chayne of Buick Motor Co. during a visit to the USA. | ||
| View original record | Rm9/R. 30th August, 1938. C. Chayne, Esq., Chief Engineer, Buick Motor Co., Flint, MICHIGAN, U.S.A. Dear Mr. Chayne, This is to introduce Dr. Llewelyn Smith, who is visiting the States on behalf of… | ||
| img273 | Letter of introduction for Dr. Llewellyn Smith to H.T. Woolson, Chief Engineer at Chrysler Corporation. | ||
| View original record | Rm8/R. 30th August, 1938. H.T. Woolson, Esq., Chief Engineer, Chrysler Corporation, DETROIT, Michigan. U.S.A. Dear Mr. Woolson, This is to introduce Dr. Llewellyn Smith, who is visiting the States on… | ||
| img274 | Letter of introduction for Dr. Llewelyn Smith to Mr. S. Sparrow of the Studebaker Corporation. | ||
| View original record | Hm/R. 30th August, 1938. S. Sparrow, Esq., Studebaker Corporation, South Bend, INDIANA, U.S.A. Dear Mr. Sparrow, This is to introduce Dr. Llewelyn Smith, who is visiting the States on behalf of the… | ||
| img275 | Letter of introduction for Dr. Llewelyn Smith to V.C. Young of the Wilcox-Rich Manufacturing Corporation. | ||
| View original record | Ems/R. 30th August, 1938. Y.C. Young, Esq., Wilcox-Rich Manufacturing Corporation, DETROIT, MICHIGAN. U.S.A. Dear Mr. Young, This is to introduce Dr. Llewelyn Smith, who is visiting the States on… | ||
| img276 | Letter of introduction for Dr. Llewelyn Smith to Mr. S. Sparrow of Studebaker Corporation. | ||
| View original record | EH/R. 30th August, 1938. S. Sparrow, Esq., Studebaker Corporation, South Bend, INDIANA, U.S.A. Dear Mr. Sparrow, This is to introduce Dr. Llewelyn Smith, who is visiting the States on behalf of the… | ||
| img277 | Letter of introduction for Dr. Llewelyn Smith to Mr. F.C. Mock of Bendix Products Corporation. | ||
| View original record | Rm7/R. 30th August, 1938. F.C. Mock, Esq., Bendix Products Corporation, South Bend, INDIANA, U.S.A. Dear Mr. Mock, This is to introduce Dr. Llewelyn Smith, who is visiting the States on behalf of the… | ||
| img278 | Letter of introduction for Dr. Llewelyn Smith's visit to the United States. | ||
| View original record | Hm6/R. 30th August, 1938. Rossman, Esq., The Delco Shock Absorber Co., Dayton, OHIO. U.S.A. Dear Mr. Rossman, This is to introduce Dr. Llewelyn Smith, who is visiting the States on behalf of the… | ||
| img279 | Letter concerning the potential manufacturing of Wilcox Rich tappets and a request for dimensions. | ||
| View original record | Em4/R. 19th September, 1938 V.C. Young, Esq., Wilcox-Rich Manufacturing Corp., Detroit, MICHIGAN. U.S.A. Dear Mr. Young. We have now incorporated the Wilcox Rich tappet in two designs, one a side… | ||
| img280 | Letter from US retailer J.S. Inskip to Mr. W.A. Robotham discussing market expansion in America and a visit from Dr. Smith. | ||
| View original record | NEW YORK SALES SALON 32 EAST 57TH STREET NEW YORK CABLE ADDRESS "ROLLIC" NEW YORK ELDORADO 5-3908 J. S. INSKIP, INC. AUTHORIZED RETAILERS FOR THE UNITED STATES ROLLS-ROYCE & BENTLEY MOTOR CARS BY… | ||
| img281 | Letter from Wilcox-Rich discussing a quotation for Zero-Lash hydraulic valve lifters based on blueprint PD-252. | ||
| View original record | WILCOX-RICH DIVISION OF EATON MANUFACTURING COMPANY 9771 FRENCH ROAD DETROIT, MICHIGAN PRODUCTS RICH VALVES VALVE TAPPETS VALVE A MATIC HYDRAULIC LIFTERS PLANTS SAGINAW MARSHALL BATTLE CREEK CABLE… | ||
| img282 | Letter to Thompson Products Inc. seeking advice on salt-cooling versus copper-cooling for side valve engines. | ||
| View original record | Rmb/R 18th November, 1938. 1360 A.T. Colwell, Esq., Chief Engineer, Thompson Products, Inc., CLEVELAND. U.S.A. Dear Mr. Colwell, We are at present running experimentally a high output side valve… | ||
| img283 | Inquiry to Lycoming Motors regarding high-output side valve engines and the types of exhaust valves used. | ||
| View original record | Rm4/R. 18th November, 1938. |360 P. Herrick, Esq., Chief Engineer, Lycoming Motors Ltd., WILLIAMSPORT, U.S.A. Dear Mr. Herrick, I believe that you have obtained more horse-power out of the side valve… | ||
| img284 | Letter to Eaton Manufacturing Company requesting information on hydraulic valve adjusters and tappets for side valve engines. | ||
| View original record | 1360. RmS/R. 18th November, 1938. V.C. Young, Esq., Wilcox-Rich Division of Eaton Manufacturing Company, 9771 French Road, Detroit, MICHIGAN. U.S.A. Dear Young, We have received a letter dated October… | ||
| img285 | Article from The Automobile Engineer on poppet valves and developments in cooling methods. | ||
| View original record | SEPTEMBER, 1931. THE AUTOMOBILE ENGINEER. 357 1360 FROM KINA POPPET VALVES.* Some Recent Developments in Cooling Methods.* By A. T. Colwell.† EXHAUST valves of both aircraft and automobile engines are… | ||
| img286 | Page detailing the development and various designs of engine valves, including sodium-cooled types. | ||
| View original record | gressed through a long series of developments, briefly, as follows: Cast-iron valve with steel stem, cast-iron valve reinforced with steel wire, the one-piece steel valve, the same valve with a… | ||
| img287 | Page from 'The Automobile Engineer' magazine discussing copper-filled valves, valve cooling, and valve seat materials. | ||
| View original record | 358 THE AUTOMOBILE ENGINEER SEPTEMBER, 1931 rolled into a groove in the valve-stem. This device is very useful in some engines. Copper filling aids valve cooling. Copper-cooled valves, such as those… | ||
| img288 | Analysis of valve-seat 'pick-up' issues, heat transfer properties of valve materials, and a review of a paint-spraying apparatus. | ||
| View original record | Fig. 9. Diagram Labels: Outlet temp. Inlet temp. Water outlet Beaker for measuring water Water inlet Valve Sil-o-Cel brick Thermocouple Alloy block of constant temp for heating valve Top of furnace… | ||
| img289 | Letter to Studebaker Corporation with technical questions about exhaust valves, dampers, and gearboxes. | ||
| View original record | S. Sparrow, Esq., Studebaker Corporation, South Bend, INDIANA. U.S.A. Dear Sparrow, Do you accept the statement that for a given M.E.P. the exhaust side valve will run hotter than the corresponding… | ||
| img290 | The concluding page of a letter to S. Sparrow, Esq. regarding a request for information. | ||
| View original record | S. Sparrow, Esq. -2- 1.12.38 If you will be long-suffering enough to answer these questions we shall be very much obliged to you, and are only too willing to reciprocate should we happen to have any… | ||
| img291 | Letter to Chrysler Corporation seeking information on exhaust valve temperature and design. | ||
| View original record | Rm2/R. 2nd December, 1938. A.G. Herreshoff, Esq., Chrysler Corporation, Detroit, MICHIGAN, U.S.A. Dear Herreshoff, Do you accept the statement that for a given M.E.P. the exhaust side valve will run… | ||
| img292 | Letter to the Chief Engineer of Olds Motor Works Division regarding exhaust valve performance and design. | ||
| View original record | Rm2/R. 2nd December, 1938. H. Youngren, Esq., Chief Engineer, Olds Motor Works Division, General Motors Corporation, Lansing, MICHIGAN. U.S.A. Dear Youngren, Do you accept the statement that for a… | ||
| img293 | Letter asking S. Heron of Ethyl Export Corporation for information on engine exhaust valve technology and performance. | ||
| View original record | Rml/R. 140 2nd December, 1938. S. Heron, Esq., Ethyl Export Corporation, 135, East 42nd Street, NEW YORK. U.S.A. Dear Heron, Do you accept the statement that for a given M.E.P. the exhaust side valve… | ||
| img294 | Letter from Wilcox-Rich discussing sodium-cooled valves and coolant mixtures. | ||
| View original record | COPY WILCOX-RICH - Division of Eaton Manufacturing Co. 9771 French Road, Detroit, Mich. December 5, 1938. Mr. W.A. Robotham, Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby, England. Dear Mr. Robotham, Since I last wrote… | ||
| img295 | Letter to S. Sparrow of Studebaker Corporation regarding the conclusion that excessive valve temperature is due to high-speed detonation. | ||
| View original record | RM3/R. 23.12.38. S. Sparrow, Esq., Studebaker Corporation, South Bend, Indiana, U.S.A. Dear Sparrow, It is exceedingly good of you to answer my questions so fully. I am very much indebted to you for… | ||
| img296 | Letter from Lycoming Manufacturing Company discussing their methods for engine valve cooling. | ||
| View original record | 1360. LYCOMING MANUFACTURING COMPANY WILLIAMSPORT, PA. POWERED by LYCOMING December 6, 1938 Mr. W. A. Robotham, Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby, England. Dear Mr. Robotham: Your letter of November 18 has been… | ||
| img297 | Letter from Lycoming Manufacturing Company detailing methods for improving engine volumetric efficiency and reducing exhaust valve temperatures. | ||
| View original record | PAGE 2 DATE -Dec. 6, 1938 LYCOMING MANUFACTURING COMPANY, TO Mr. W. A. Robotham On engines in which we expect the maximum out-put we use a venturi shaped intake port, and on the under side of the… | ||
| img298 | Letter from Thompson Products Inc. regarding copper-cooled versus sodium-cooled engine valves. | ||
| View original record | Thompson Products, Inc. 2196 CLARKWOOD ROAD Cleveland EXECUTIVE OFFICES 1360 December 12, 1938 Mr. E. W. Robotham Rolls-Royce, Limited Derby, England Dear Mr. Robotham: Many thanks for your letter of… | ||
| img299 | Letter from Studebaker Corporation discussing exhaust valve temperatures, cooling methods, and engine flare-up issues. | ||
| View original record | PLEASE MAKE 6 COPIES THE STUDEBAKER CORPORATION SOUTH BEND, INDIANA December 14th 1938 Mr. W. A. Robotham Rolls-Royce Limited Derby, England Dear Robotham: Although we do not have comparative test… | ||
| img300 | Engine after-firing, crankshaft vibration dampers, and overdrive gearbox kickdown functionality. | ||
| View original record | W. A. Robotham -2- 12-14-38. If conditions are such that just before the engine comes to a stop the cylinders are furnished an explosive mixture, several explosions may take place before the engine… | ||
| img301 | Letter from Olds Motor Works to W. A. Robotham regarding general opinions on sodium-cooled exhaust valves. | ||
| View original record | Six copies OLDS MOTOR WORKS DIVISION GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION LANSING MICHIGAN December 16, 1936 Mr. W. A. Robotham Rolls-Royce Ltd. Derby, England Dear Mr. Robotham: Replying to your letter of… | ||
| img302 | Letter from S.D. Heron of Ethyl Gasoline Corporation regarding exhaust valve temperature. | ||
| View original record | ETHYL GASOLINE CORPORATION RESEARCH LABORATORIES 723 EAST MILWAUKEE AVENUE DETROIT, MICHIGAN December 19, 1938. Reference Eml/R Mr. W.A. Robotham Rolls-Royce Ltd. Derby, England Dear Robotham: In… | ||
| img303 | Letter to A.T. Colwell of Thompson Products, Inc., regarding copper-cooled and sodium-cooled valves. | ||
| View original record | 1260 Rm3/R. 22nd December, 1938. A.T. Colwell, Esq., Messrs. Thompson Products, Inc., 2196, Clarkwood Road, CLEVELAND. Dear Colwell, Thanks very much for your letter of December 12th, together with… | ||
| img304 | Letter to Lycoming Manufacturing Company regarding criticisms of exhaust valves and counter-boring valve guides. | ||
| View original record | Rm5/R. 1360 22nd December, 1938. E.D. Herrick, Esq., President, Lycoming Manufacturing Company, Williamsport, Pa. U.S.A. Dear Mr. Herrick, I should like to thank you for the very interesting letter… | ||
| img305 | Letter to S.D. Heron of Ethyl Gasoline Corporation regarding valves. | ||
| View original record | Rm13/R. 2nd January, 1938. S.D. Heron, Esq., Ethyl Gasoline Corporation, 723 East Milwaukee Avenue, DETROIT, MICHIGAN, U.S.A. Dear Heron, Many thanks for your letter on valves. If we get any further… | ||
| img306 | Letter to Chrysler Corporation thanking them for information on the free flow of gas and reducing valve temperature. | ||
| View original record | Fm6/R. 3rd January, 1938. A.G. Herreshoff, Esq., Chrysler Corporation, Detroit, MICHIGAN. U.S.A. Dear Mr. Herreshoff, Thank you for your letter of December 19th which was of considerable interest,… | ||
| img307 | Letter from Wilcox-Rich discussing difficulties and developments in sodium-cooled valve technology. | ||
| View original record | WILCOX-RICH DIVISION OF EATON MANUFACTURING COMPANY 9771 FRENCH ROAD DETROIT, MICHIGAN PRODUCTS RICH VALVES VALVE SEAT RINGS VALVE-MATIC RINGS HYDRAULIC LIFTERS PLANTS SAGINAW MARSHALL BATTLE CREEK… | ||
| img308 | Letter from Lycoming Manufacturing Company discussing the design and materials for exhaust valve guides, specifically concerning counter boring and cooling. | ||
| View original record | LYCOMING MANUFACTURING COMPANY WILLIAMSPORT, PA. Handwritten: Inv c/o Swol c/o TS c/o Joe King January 10, 1939 Mr. W. A. Robotham, Rolls-Royce, Ltd., Derby, England. Dear Mr. Robotham: This will… | ||
| img309 | Blueprint for a valve guide with dimensions and manufacturing notes. | ||
| View original record | MAY BE LEFT UNFINISHED OPTIONAL DESIGN 3/8 D x 90° C'SINK ACROSS FLATS 17/32 DIMENSIONS (Imperial): Lengths: 5/8, 3/8, 2 5/16, 3 9/16, 1/4 Diameters: .615 D / .575, .627 D / .626, .336 D / .334 REAM… | ||
| img310 | Blueprint for a Valve Stem Guide. | ||
| View original record | RELATED DRWGS G-1000-EF F-5680 .627 D .626 .368 D .615 D .363 .605 ASSEMBLY EDGE MUST BE SHARP -A- JAN 10 1939 REVISIONS W | REMOVED NOTE #2, ADDED NOTE #6 | DATE 7-28-36 | BY A.L. V | RMVD SHIM NOTE… | ||
| img311 | Letter from Thompson Products, Inc. regarding the use and cost of sodium-cooled valves. | ||
| View original record | Thompson Products, Inc. CLEVELAND: VALVES, VALVE SEAT INSERTS, PISTONS AND PINS, BOLTS AND BUSHINGS DETROIT: TIE RODS, DRAG LINKS, STARTING CRANKS, BRAKE ROD ASSEMBLIES GENERAL OFFICES CLEVELAND, OHIO… | ||
| img312 | Letter discussing a new Bentley design and the need for independent front suspension for rough roads. | ||
| View original record | B. S. Cunningham Greens Farms, Conn. Telephone, Fairfield, Conn. 140 Feb. 24, Dear Mr Robotham: First I want to thank you for your Xmas Card. It was nice of you to think of us. I have been wondering… | ||
| img313 | Letter comparing the acceleration of American cars with a special 8-litre Bentley. | ||
| View original record | I have gone from Cadillacs to Buicks this year, as the Buick Century (model 61) is really America's fastest stock car, especially on acceleration. I must confess that the Bentley cannot accelerate… | ||
| img314 | Letter from a customer detailing a car breakdown and subsequent troubleshooting. | ||
| View original record | B. S. Cunningham Greens Farms, Conn. Telephone, Fairfield, Conn-140 as I will have a nurse and two kids and wife with me. I read the book "The Magic of a Name," and was most interested. Hope I get a… | ||
| img315 | Report detailing the diagnosis and repair of a carburettor float issue, and a query on acceleration performance. | ||
| View original record | gone, so I didn't dismantle the carburettors. Started off again, and found that the car ran perfectly all right up to about 70 m.p.h. Over that, the motor died. Got to the Gave a few minutes later,… | ||
| img316 | Letter to B.S. Cunningham discussing the performance of a Streamline Bentley, with comparisons to an American Buick. | ||
| View original record | Em4/R 11th March, 1939. B.S. Cunningham, Esq., Green Farms, Conn: U.S.A. Dear Cunningham, Thank you very much for your letter of February 24th. I am interested to hear that you consider that the Buick… | ||
| img317 | Letter to B.S. Cunningham discussing the interior space of a standard Bentley. | ||
| View original record | B.S. Cunningham, Esq. -2- 11.3.39. Actually, there is more room in the front seats than the a standard Bentley. If you manage to get over to England I hope that we shall be able to show you some other… | ||
| img318 | Letter from B. S. Cunningham to Mr. Robotham discussing car features and performance. | ||
| View original record | B. S. Cunningham Greens Farms, Conn. Telephone, Fairfield, Conn-140 March 27 Dear Mr. Robotham: Thanks a lot for your letter and enclosures concerning the Buick Century and the "Streamline" Bentley. I… | ||
| img319 | Letter discussing preferences for car design, suspension, and performance. | ||
| View original record | new radiator shell. Of course, I am not as much interested in top speed as I am in acceleration, so would not want to sacrifice the familiar lines of the present beautiful Bentley for all the… | ||
| img320 | Letter from B.S. Cunningham requesting a performance test report on a new Bentley for comparison with a Buick Century. | ||
| View original record | B. S. Cunningham Greenes Farms, Conn. Telephone, Fairfield, Conn-140 the compression ratio, the gear ratios, and increased the size of carburetor jets. I hope to show you a special Buick Century this… | ||
| img321 | Letter discussing motor changes, horsepower gains, and comparisons between a Buick and a Bentley engine. | ||
| View original record | it on the chassis dyno there, along with my Buick. I will run the Buick before & after the motor changes, to see how much h.p. I have gained. I have hesitated taking the Bentley up to be tested before… | ||
| img322 | Notification of a vacancy in the Rolls-Royce Defence Unit troop for a Mr. H. M. White. | ||
| View original record | Mr. H.M. White, Check No. X.1462, No. 1 Drilling. Our Mr. RWB/R.12.4.39. ROLLS-ROYCE DEFENCE UNIT A vacancy has now occurred in the R.R. Troop. Will you please let me know if you are still anxious to… | ||
| img323 | Letter to a customer discussing the performance of a new Bentley and a special Buick. | ||
| View original record | Rm3/R. 14th April, 1939. B.S. Cunningham, Esq., Greens Farms, Connecticut, U.S.A. Dear Briggs Cunningham, Many thanks for your letter of March 27th. Unfortunately, we did not get a calibrated… | ||
| img324 | Letter to Mr. Cunningham regarding the collection of his Bentley and a proposed meeting. | ||
| View original record | Rml/R. 28th July, 1939. Briggs Cunningham, Esq., Royal Squadron Yacht, c/o Motor Yacht "Alice", COWES, I.O.W. Dear Cunningham, Many thanks for your letter of July 22nd. I will certainly send down and… | ||
| img325 | Letter from Briggs Cunningham to Mr. Robotham discussing a meeting, cars, and a potential trade. | ||
| View original record | M.Y. ALICE. August 1. Dear Mr. Robotham: Thanks for your letter of the 28th. I will see you at the Works sometime on the 10th, but it probably won't be before lunch, as I can't leave here until the… | ||
| img326 | Briggs S. Cunningham's discussions with W.O. Bentley and Lagonda regarding a potential new car build. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Em. Re: Briggs. S. Cunningham, Esq. I am attaching a copy of a letter received from the above this morning. He has since called in here this afternoon and we had a chat. Evidently Lagondas sent… | ||
| img327 | Letter from a customer to Bentley Motors expressing dissatisfaction with a car's performance and preference for a Mulliner body over the new streamline design. | ||
| View original record | COPY. From: Briggs S. Cunningham, Royal London Yacht Club, Cowes, I.O.W. July 2nd, 1934. To: B. W. Breaney, Esq., Bentley Motors, Ltd., 16, Conduit Street, London. Dear Sir, Thank you for your letter… | ||
| img328 | Letter to Briggs Cunningham discussing an upcoming meeting to compare a Buick with a new chassis, and mentioning the Le Mans race. | ||
| View original record | Rml/R. 3rd August, 1937. Briggs Cunningham, Esq., Royal Squadron Yacht, c/o Motor Yacht "Alice", COWES, I.O.W. Dear Briggs Cunningham, Many thanks for your letter of August 1st. I shall look forward… | ||
| img329 | Telegram accepting an offer and confirming an arrival time. | ||
| View original record | ROBORGHAM ROYCAR DERBY = GLADLY ACCEPT YOUR KIND OFFER THURSDAY NIGHT EXPECT ARRIVE ABOUT NOON = CUNNINGHAM ROBOTHAM + | ||