Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| Scan001 | Test results for 'Mex' Spirit on bench engine X976. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 148. (20 H) (F. 23. 22.4.09) G. 6930. Tests on "Mex" Spirit Taken 16/21-7-09 3200 by Worler on Bench Engine X976 Speed | V Reading | A Reading | HP | Carburettor set to full off at | Time of 1"… | ||
| Scan002 | Bench engine test results for 'Rupidin' spirit fuel. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 148. (20 H) (F. 23. 22.4.09) G. 6930. X976/16-21/7/09 3200. Tests on "Rupidin" Spirit Taken by Worler on Bench Engine Speed | V Reading | A Reading | HP | Carburettor set | fall off at. | Time of… | ||
| Scan003 | Porcelain soot condition and jet settings. | ||
| View original record | Porcelain Reddish Brown Soot. 80%. 3 notches, weak on L-S jet. 5 " weak on H S jet. | ||
| Scan004 | Customer query on the exclusive use of 'Mex'. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 627. (100M.) (VV 663. 9-3-14.) E.P. 6166. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (FOUR LINES). F.R. Names and Indicating letter. Initial of… | ||
| Scan005 | Internal memorandum clarifying the use of Mex Spirit versus the superior Shell No.1 Spirit for testing cars. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 657. (100H) (VV. 653. 9-3-14) E.P. 6166. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (Four Lines). Wor/Mcrl0/L4514. Re Mex Spirit. X.976 Names and… | ||
| Scan006 | Giving an opinion on a cheaper but equally good alternative. | ||
| View original record | K. 657. (100M) (VV. 586. 23.2.14) E.P. 6076. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: 'ROYCAR,' DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (FOUR LINES). Names and Indicating letter. | Initial of person… | ||
| Scan007 | Clarifying the use of Mex Spirit versus Shell No. 1 Spirit for vehicle testing purposes. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235a (150 H) (V.V. Sty. 16-1-14) G. 9478. Wor/Mcr3/B8514. Re Mex Spirit. X. 976. D. 8/5/14. In reply to your memo L3/W2514, we wish to reply as follows: In the first place the circular issued by… | ||
| Scan008 | Relative effectiveness and engine detonation issues between 'Mex' and 'Pratt's' spirits. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, 14 & 15, CONDUIT STREET, LONDON, W. TELEPHONES: 1654, 1655, 1656 (GERRARD) TELEGRAMS: 'ROLHEAD' REG. LONDON. Names and Indicating letter. A Mr. ADAMS By Mr. BAILEY Bn Mr.… | ||
| Scan009 | Remarks on letters received concerning Mex Motor Spirit. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 657. (100H) (WW.968. 17.11.14.) E.F. 7593. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (Four Lines). Names and Indicating letter. Initial of person… | ||
| Scan010 | Letter from William Arnold enquiring about the suitability of Mex petrol for Chassis 31-PB. | ||
| View original record | COPY. William Arnold. MANCHESTER. January 21st.1915. Messrs Rolls Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, Derby. Dear Sirs, Chassis 31-PB. The owner of the above car has made an enquiry from me in reference to… | ||
| Scan011 | Customer letter of complaint about the quality of Shell fuel and seeking advice on using 'Mex' Spirit as an alternative. | ||
| View original record | COPY. Holbeck Ghyll, Windermere. Messrs Rolls Royce Ltd., Derby. Dear Sirs, Shell Motor Spirit. -------------- Since I got my car from you I have never used any other than Shell, but recently the… | ||
| Scan012 | Clarifying the use of Mex Motor Spirit for testing purposes compared to the superior Shell No.1 spirit. | ||
| View original record | Wor/Mcr3/L23115. Re Mex Motor Spirit. - X.976 23.1.15. Mr Plumpton. In reply to your memo Wor/HS34/022115, we would like to point out in the first place that we do not use Mex spirit exclusively on… | ||
| Scan013 | Potential change in petrol suppliers from 'Mex' to 'Shell'. | ||
| View original record | Wd. c. to HS. X.976 EP/T11/F11.8.20 X.976 RE PETROL X41586 X985 Replying to your Wd8/NJ10.8.20, we have discussed this matter with Mr. Hives and should be glad if you could let us know at what price… | ||
| Scan014 | Complaint regarding short-filled and unsealed tins of Mex petrol from The Bowring Petroleum Company. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. Alvey O.O. from Hs. C K x976 HS2/LG9.2.20. X.976 RE MEX PETROL. We find that when we receive Mex petrol in tins that several of the tins which are supposed to contain 2 gallons, only contain 1… | ||
| Scan015 | Questioning the continued use of Mex Petrol and recommending a switch to Shell Spirit. | ||
| View original record | To Wd. From Hs. c. to EP. x.976 qFC Hs9/LG23.6.20. RE - PETROL. Why is it that we stick to Mex Petrol? Do we get better terms from them than we get from the Shell? I think there is no doubt, that the… | ||
| Scan016 | Cost and quality of different petrol suppliers for engine testing. | ||
| View original record | EP. from Wd. c. to Hs. c. to Hm. c. to Hl. X. 976. Wd8/NJ27.1.21. X.1386 RE PETROL. X.976 In view of the remarks in R's note R9/G24.1.21, you will probably consider the advisibility of employing "Mex"… | ||
| Scan017 | Laboratory comparison report of two petrol samples, 'Mex' and 'BP1', detailing their properties. | ||
| View original record | R.H. 238A (100 T) (S.H 159 11-8-20) G. 2500 X.976 Hs 2 RECEIVED FEB 11 1921 a Mr Alvey. c Mr Warwick. Laboratory. H19/EB11.2.21. X976 X985 X1356 Re Two Tins of Petrol submitted to-day, one marked Mex,… | ||
| Scan018 | Laboratory report detailing the distillation results of a Shell Mex Spirit fuel sample. | ||
| View original record | H.M. 985A (100 T) (H.H. 7/28. 10-12-30) (G. 5947) X976 Hs. H12/GLT20821. Laboratory. Re Sample of Shell Mex Spirit submitted this Morning. First distillate over at 89.0°C. 100°C -- 13.0% Distillate.… | ||
| Scan019 | Laboratory distillation test results for a mixture of Shell Mex Spirit and 10% Parafin. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 832A (100 T) (S H. 798. 10-12-20) G. 2247 Hs. P.O. R.T. RECEIVED AUG 22 1921 X976 Hll/GLT22821. Laboratory. Shell Mex Spirit + 10% Parafin submitted this morning. First distillate over at 87.8°C… | ||
| Scan020 | Instruction sheet recording numerical data for a 'Max Spirit' test, likely for engine performance, at various RPMs. | ||
| View original record | RR 6 (500 T) (SF 121. 28.10.18) MP 197597 ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. X976 To Max Spirit Barom 29.6 Order No. Customer's No. Revs str lift Cons Pts Per Hr Strong Weakest 2000 364 364 204 .54… | ||
| Scan021 | Instruction sheet containing handwritten tabulated data for various revolution speeds. | ||
| View original record | RR 6 (500 T) (SF 121. 28.10.18) MP 197597 ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. To: Shell No 1 Barom 29.6 Order No. Customer's No. Cons Pt 1/2 hr Revs | lbs lift | Strong | Weakest 2000 | 368 | 208 | 200… | ||
| Scan022 | Impracticality of testing all submitted oil brands and questioning the benefits of testing Shell Mex oil. | ||
| View original record | To BJ. from Hs. c. to Hr. X976 Hs2/LG27.10.22. RE. SHELL MEX. X1588 X976 It is quite impossible for us to test and report on all the various brands of oil we have submitted to us. At the present time… | ||
| Scan023 | Page 2 of a memo regarding the policy on testing and reporting on parts. | ||
| View original record | contd:- -2- test and report on them, but unless we see some very real value in the part, we send it back by return. Hs. | ||
| Scan024 | Offer from Shell-Mex Limited to test their oils. | ||
| View original record | To W. from B.J. No. X976 Exp. Dept. [struck through] BJ2/H4.11.22. Re Shell-Mex Limited. These people have written us with reference to our testing their oils. They say, "May we suggest that you now… | ||
| Scan025 | BJ to Hs agreeing to write to the Shell Company regarding Shell Mex. | ||
| View original record | X.976 To Hs. from BJ. BJ6/H28.11.22. Re SHELL MEX. Thank you for Hs2/Lg27.10.22. I quite agree with what you say and will write to the Shell Company accordingly. B.J. | ||
| Scan026 | Attaching a copy of a letter addressed to Shell-Mex Ltd. | ||
| View original record | X976 To Hs. from BJ. BJ/Py5/D30.11.22. Re: Shell-Mex Ltd. With reference to your Hs2/LG27.10.22, I attach for your information copy of letter addressed to the Shell-Mex Ltd. yesterday. BJ/Py. Att:… | ||
| Scan027 | Letter to Shell-Mex Ltd. concerning the requirements for testing their oil for potential recommendation. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten] Pink Spare. BJ/Py7/D291122. [Stamp: DEC 4 REC'D] 29th November 1922. [Illegible handwriting over stamp] Messrs. Shell-Mex Ltd., Shell Corner, Kingsway, W.C. 2. Dear Sirs, With further… | ||
| Scan028 | Page 2 of a letter outlining the policy for testing goods from other firms. | ||
| View original record | -2- BJ/Py7/D291122. cheaper? Is it better distributed throughout the world? Is it easily obtained all over the Continent? You will understand we are constantly being asked by firms to test goods of… | ||
| Scan029 | Letter from Harry Ricardo discussing the performance of a special Shell oil compared to castor oil. | ||
| View original record | Copy to Hs. from Rg. X976 Bridge Works, Old Shoreham, Sussex. Ref: Wks/HRR/S/6875 16th. April, 1923. A. J. Rowledge, Esq., C/o Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., DERBY. My dear Rowledge, Have you yet had an… | ||
| Scan030 | Announcing the market availability of Shell Super-Light Oil after testing. | ||
| View original record | LG Please order 20 galls of this oil Hs. HS Rg2/W17. 9. 23 Please note that the special Shell Oil that we have been testing is now on the market and may be purchased from Messrs. Shell Mex Ltd., Motor… | ||
| Scan031 | 'Hs' to 'Ms' requesting an order for 20 gallons of oil. | ||
| View original record | To Ms. from Hs. X976 Hs1/LG1.10.23. In connection with the attached note from Rg. ref. Rg2/W17.9.23. Will you please order 20 galls. of this oil. Hs. | ||
| Scan032 | The performance differences of a 20 HP engine using various brands of petrol. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 493 (40 H) (SL 42 12-7-23). J.H., D. Handwritten: X976 EXPERIMENTAL REPORT. COPIES TO: R.CJ. BJ. WOR. By. E. Da. EP. PN. OY. Expl. No. Handwritten: X1434 X976 X1555 REF. Hs2/LG26.10.23. OBJECT OF… | ||
| Scan033 | Comparative tests of different petrol grades to determine differences in 'loading up' during low-speed, full-throttle work on a 4-Goshawk-11. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 493A (40 H) (SL 42 12-7-23). J.H. D. EXPERIMENTAL REPORT. Expl. No. REF: He5/LG25.10.23. COMPARATIVE TESTS WITH DIFFERENT GRADES OF PETROL TO DETERMINE ANY DIFFERENCE IN 'LOADING UP' OF MIXTURE… | ||
| Scan034 | Performance comparison of 20 HP cars using various brands of petrol. | ||
| View original record | COMPARISON OF PERFORMANCE ON 20 HP. CARS - 4-G-11 - 3-G-11 AND 79-AO.(10.000 MILES TEST CAR) - WITH VARIOUS BRANDS OF PETROL. Chassis No. | Test. | Shell No.1. | Shell Mex. | Red Line. --- | --- | ---… | ||
| Scan035 | Suitability of Shell-Mex oils and the pressure to conduct tests on them. | ||
| View original record | To W. from BJ. BJ5/H24.12.24. 4976 SHELL-MEX LIMITED. We attach a copy of a letter from Shell-Mex Ltd. Unless you have been able to make tests which have satisfied you that the oils they mention are… | ||
| Scan036 | Letter from Shell-Mex Ltd. regarding a customer's query about using their oil without voiding the car's guarantee. | ||
| View original record | SHELL-MEX LIMITED. G.P.O. Box No. 148. MOTOR OILS. TECHNICAL. LGC/MEP. Shell Corner, Kingsway, W.C.2. 22nd December, 1924. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. Dear Sirs, We have received information from our… | ||
| Scan037 | Oil recommendations and customer feedback, comparing super light oil to medium viscosity oil. | ||
| View original record | To BY. from Hs. X976 Hs2/LG29.1.25 SHELL MEX LIMITED. We are always prepared, when customers point out to us that they either have difficulty in obtaining the oils we recommend, or that there are… | ||
| Scan038 | Enquiry from Frederick Goodliffe of City Cheese Warehouse regarding the merits of Shell Mex and B.P. motor spirits. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE NOS { 5014 5015 REGISTERED TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS, RELIABLE, NOTTINGHAM. Frederick Goodliffe CITY CHEESE WAREHOUSE STILTONS, DERBYS, GLOSTERS, CHEDDARS, CHESHIRES. 20, WOLLATON STREET,… | ||
| Scan039 | Letter responding to a query about the use and performance of different fuel types, specifically Shell Mex motor spirit. | ||
| View original record | X976 Expl: Dept: 29th. Mar. 1926. HS/LG. Frederick Goodliffe Esq., 20 Wollaton Street, Nottingham. Dear Sir, Referring to your letter of the 22nd. inst. We use large quantities of Shell Mex motor… | ||
| Scan040 | Suitability of Shell-de-Luxe versus Shell super-light engine oils. | ||
| View original record | W/S. To Sg. from Hs. V976? Hs6/LG12.4.26. SHELL-DE-LUXE. X1588 With reference to Pt3/Mi22.2.26 attached to Sg15/BM7426. At the moment we are not in a position to recommend Shell-de-Luxe. The oil which… | ||
| Scan041 | Cover memo regarding a letter from Shell Mex Ltd and a proposed reply. | ||
| View original record | Ms. from ROY. X.976 ROY6/MG.28.6.26 Herewith copy of letter to hand from Shell Mex Ltd, London, and our proposed reply. Kindly confirm that you are in accord. ROY. ENCLOSURES. copies. Letter from… | ||
| Scan042 | Letter to Shell-Mex Limited deferring a proposed visit regarding 'Shell' lubricants due to an inability to conduct tests. | ||
| View original record | Ref: ROY5/MG28.6.26 Your Ref: MOTOR OILS SWP/MB June 28th.1926 Messrs. Shell-Mex Limited Shell Corner, Kingsway LONDON W.C. 2 Dear Sirs, "Shell" Lubricants --------------------- We have your letter of… | ||
| Scan043 | Letter from Shell-Mex Limited regarding the international distribution of their motor oils. | ||
| View original record | C o p y From: SHELL-MEX LIMITED. Shell Corner, Kingsway W.C.2 MOTOR OILS EWP/MS 25th June 1926 Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd. Derby. Dear Sirs, You will doubtless recollect that some time ago you enquired… | ||
| Scan044 | Letter from Shell Mex Limited clarifying the widespread distribution of their oils and requesting a meeting. | ||
| View original record | From SHELL MEX LIMITED To Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd 25.6.26 We would point out that by distributing we mean not merely stocking a limited quantity at importing points but the oils are available… | ||
| Scan045 | Letter from Shell-Mex inquiring about progress on long-distance flight tests and difficulties experienced with freezing. | ||
| View original record | X.976 ALL OFFERS SUBJECT TO ACCEPTANCE BY RETURN OF POST UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED. All communications to be addressed to the Company. Telegrams, 'SHELMEX, ESTRAND, LONDON' Telephone, REGENT 6635. BY… | ||
| Scan046 | Petrol supply failure caused by fluff found in fuel from Shell-Mex. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Hs. X976 CWBA/GM/2-6-27. FAILURE OF PETROL SUPPLY. FLUFF IN PETROL. I enclose letter received from Messrs. Shell-Mex, to whom I have given the microscope slide of the fluff found in their petrol… | ||
| Scan047 | Letter from Shell-Mex Limited responding to a complaint about impurities in their petrol. | ||
| View original record | ALL OFFERS SUBJECT TO ACCEPTANCE BY RETURN OF POST UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED All communications to be addressed to the Company. Telegrams: 'SHELMEX, ESTRAND, LONDON.' Telephone, REGENT 6635. BY… | ||
| Scan048 | Confidential letter regarding an offer from Shell Mex Ltd to test their new 'Racing Shell' petrol. | ||
| View original record | X976. J Cx4/KW17.2.30. Confidential. Re- Petrol. S/W. Hs. I have received from Shell Mex Ltd confidentially a letter and the enclosed advance proof of a booklet describing "Racing Shell". Mr.… | ||
| Scan049 | Informational leaflet on 'Racing Shell' fuel for high-performance engines, detailing its properties, benefits, and retail price. | ||
| View original record | Page 1: bered that there is a degree of ignition advance beyond which engine power falls off, even if detonation is entirely absent. For more exact information about “ mixing your own ” kindly write… | ||
| Scan050 | Guide on the properties and usage of 'Racing Shell' fuel for various engine types. | ||
| View original record | "Racing Shell" is obviously a better fuel than pure benzol, or any mixture of benzol and petrol; it is far superior, of course, to standard mixtures. Its anti-knocking effect is similar to that of… | ||
| Scan051 | Request to test Shell Petrol on cars and aero engines, asking for its H.U.C.R. value. | ||
| View original record | Cx. From Hs. x976. Hs.1/MJ.18.2.30. SHELL PETROL. Replying to Cx4/KW17.2.30. We are very interested in the Shell Petrol and would be very pleased to test this out on our cars and aero engines. We… | ||
| Scan052 | Query regarding the receipt of a 50-gallon sample of 'Racing Shell' petrol. | ||
| View original record | x976. Cx17/KW28.2.30. S/W. Hs. Re- Shell Petrol. HS1/MJ1823 Would you kindly let me know whether you have received the 50 gallon sample of "Racing Shell" ? I wrote to Mr.Callingham of the Shell… | ||
| Scan053 | Confirmation of receipt of a 50-gallon sample of 'Racing Shell' fuel. | ||
| View original record | W/S. CX. From Hs. 8976. Hs.2/MJ.1.3.30. SHELL PETROL. Replying to CX17/KW28.2.30. We have received a 50 gallon sample of "Racing Shell" fuel. Hs. | ||
| Scan054 | Letter to Shell-Mex Ltd. requesting anti-knock values and Ricardo's figures for 'Racing Shell' petrol. | ||
| View original record | 8976. Expl. Dept. Hs.3/MJ. March 1st.1930. Messrs. Shell-Mex Ltd., Shell Corner, Kingsway, LONDON. W.C.2. Dear Sirs, You have kindly sent us a 50 gallon drum of "Racing Shell" petrol. This was… | ||
| Scan055 | Use of Shell Lubricating Oil in the 23-EX 10,000 miles test car. | ||
| View original record | X976. To Hs. from Sg. re Shell Lubricating Oil. I forgot to raise this point with you yesterday, but arising out of my conversation with you when you were in London recently, I understand that you are… | ||
| Scan056 | Letter from Shell-Mex Limited regarding the specifications of Triple Shell Motor Oil and its comparison to competitor products. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE TEMPLE BAR 1234 TELEGRAMS SHELMEX ESTRAND LONDON YOUR REFERENCE: OUR DEPARTMENT: Tech. & Eng. (M.S.& L) LGC/KCG x976. SHELL-MEX LIMITED P.O. BOX NO.148 SHELL CORNER KINGSWAY W.C.2. ALL… | ||
| Scan057 | Postscript from Shell-Mex Limited regarding the availability of Triple Shell Motor oil in France for experimental use. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE TEMPLE BAR 1234 TELEGRAMS SHELMEX ESTRAND LONDON YOUR REFERENCE: OUR DEPARTMENT: SHELL-MEX LIMITED P.O. BOX NO.148 SHELL CORNER KINGSWAY W.C.2. 2. ALL OFFERS SUBJECT TO ACCEPTANCE BY RETURN… | ||
| Scan058 | Specification sheet for Triple Shell Motor Oil. | ||
| View original record | TRIPLE SHELL MOTOR OIL (Current specification 16/4/30). Specific Gravity @ 60°F .935 Flash point (closed) :F 385 Viscosity R.1 @ 70°F secs. 3000 " " @ 140°F " 235 " " @ 200°F " 73 Pour Test °F 15 | ||
| Scan059 | The change to Shell Spirit D.T.D. 134 for H. Engine tests, discussing its aromatic hydrocarbon content. | ||
| View original record | Rg. c. Hs. c. BY c. WOF. X976. EP/Thn13/H1 7.5.30. re. Shell Spirit. Specification D.T.D. 134. With reference to your instructions to the effect that we should change over to the above spirit from the… | ||
| Scan060 | Laboratory report on the analysis of a spirit sample against D.T.D. 134 specification. | ||
| View original record | COPY EP. H13/EA14.5.30. Laboratory. c. Mr. Halliwell. Report No. L1837. Re. Sample of Spirit from Bulk Delivery to Spec. D.T.D. 134. The copy of the abovr specification which have been able to examine… | ||
| Scan061 | Letter from Shell-Mex and B.P. Ltd confirming a meeting with Mr. Hives regarding aviation fuels and a Phantom II engine viewing. | ||
| View original record | x 976 SHELL-MEX AND B.P. LTD Distributors for the Shell and Anglo-Persian Oil Groups SHELL-MEX HOUSE VICTORIA EMBANKMENT . LONDON . W.C.2 Telephone : Temple Bar 1234 Telegrams: Shelbeepee, Rand London… | ||