Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| Scan001 | Article from 'Autocar' magazine discussing the British S.U. carburettor, its design, and function. | ||
| View original record | Autocar 15:10:14 BRITISH CARBURETTORS. THE S.U. LIKE magnetos, certain types of automatic carburettor hitherto in much demand in this country are of continental origin, and it is now the opportunity… | ||
| Scan002 | Inquiry to S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. for particulars of a carburetter suitable for a 3-litre engine. | ||
| View original record | X1487 HS2/LG. S.U. Carburetter Co.Ltd., Shipton Works, Prince of Wales Rd., Kentish Town, N.W.5. 1st. Feb. 1922. Dear Sirs, Will you kindly forward us particulars of your latest type S.U. Carburetter… | ||
| Scan003 | Letter from the S.U. Company regarding the suitability of their carburettors for a 3-litre engine, enclosing a catalogue. | ||
| View original record | Telephone: HAMPSTEAD, 2413. Telegrams: "PLEXCARBUR," CAMROAD LONDON. S.U. CARBURETTER. Flexible, Silent. S.U. COMPANY, LTD., SHIPTON WORKS, PRINCE OF WALES ROAD, KENTISH TOWN, N.W.5. 2nd February 1922… | ||
| Scan004 | Brochure for the S.U. Carburetter. | ||
| View original record | X1487 CARBURETTER S.U. FLEXIBILITY. ECONOMY. POWER. AN ABSOLUTELY AUTOMATIC CARBURETTER, EASY OF ADJUSTMENT WHEN IN POSITION, WHICH WILL SUPPLY A PERFECT, ECONOMICAL MIXTURE AT ANY ENGINE SPEED, AND… | ||
| Scan005 | Letter to S.U. Company Ltd. requesting a type G2 Carburetter for a six-cylinder engine. | ||
| View original record | X1487 HS3/LG 3rd. Feb. 1922. S.U. Company Ltd., Shipton Works, Prince of Wales Rd., Kentish Town, N.W.5. Dear Sirs, We are now in receipt of your letter of the 2nd. inst. The size of the engine we… | ||
| Scan006 | Letter from the S.U. Company regarding the suitability of a carburetter for a 6-cylinder engine. | ||
| View original record | Telephone: HAMPSTEAD, 2413. Telegrams: "PLEXCARBUR," CAMROAD LONDON. X1487 S.U. COMPANY, LTD., SHIPTON WORKS, PRINCE OF WALES ROAD, KENTISH TOWN. N.W.5. 4th February 19 22 To Messrs. Roll Royce Ltd.,… | ||
| Scan007 | Letter to S.U. Company Ltd. requesting a specific carburetter for testing, stating the engine's induction pipe diameter. | ||
| View original record | X1487 Hs1/LG. 6th. Feb. 1922. S.U. Company Ltd., Shipton Works, Prince of Wales Rd., Kentish Town - N.W.5. Dear Sirs, The diameter of the Induction Pipe in the engine in which we wish to try the S.U.… | ||
| Scan008 | Letter from S.U. Company Ltd. regarding the specifications and dispatch of a Controllable Jet Type carburetter. | ||
| View original record | Telephone: HAMPSTEAD, 2413. Telegrams: "PLEXCARBUR," CAMROAD LONDON. X1487 S.U. COMPANY, LTD., SHIPTON WORKS, PRINCE OF WALES ROAD, KENTISH TOWN. N.W.5. S.U. CARBURETTER. Flexible, Silent. [Seal: THE… | ||
| Scan009 | Letter to S.U. Co. Ltd. inquiring about the despatch of carburettors. | ||
| View original record | X1487 Hs4/LG. 21st. Feb. 1922. S.U. Co.Ltd., Shipton Works, Prince of Wales Rd., Kentish Town. N.W.5. Dear Sirs, We should be glad to know when you will be able to despatch to us the Carburetters.… | ||
| Scan010 | Letter from S.U. Carburetter regarding the dispatch of a G3 carburetter and a request to postpone testing due to Mr. Skinner's illness. | ||
| View original record | Telephone: HAMPSTEAD, 2413. Telegrams: "PLEXCARBUR," CAMROAD LONDON. X1487 S.U. CARBURETTER. Flexible, Silent. S.U. COMPANY, LTD., SHIPTON WORKS, PRINCE OF WALES ROAD, KENTISH TOWN. N.W.5. 22nd… | ||
| Scan011 | Letter from S.U. Company, Ltd. concerning the delivery and testing of a G5 carburetter. | ||
| View original record | Telephone: HAMPSTEAD, 2413. Telegrams: "FLEXCARBUR," CAMROAD LONDON. X1487 S.U. COMPANY, LTD., SHIPTON WORKS, PRINCE OF WALES ROAD, KENTISH TOWN, N.W.5. S.U. CARBURETTER. Flexible, Silent. THE SOCIETY… | ||
| Scan012 | Letter from S.U. Company, Ltd. regarding a postponed works visit by Mr. Skinner due to illness. | ||
| View original record | Telephone: HAMPSTEAD, 2413. Telegrams: "PLEXCARBUR," CAMROAD LONDON. S.U. CARBURETTER. Flexible, Silent. [Logo: THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS] S.U. COMPANY, LTD., SHIPTON WORKS, PRINCE… | ||
| Scan013 | Letter from S.U. Company Ltd. acknowledging a wire regarding the cancellation of a meeting with Mr. Skinner. | ||
| View original record | Telephone: HAMPSTEAD, 2413. Telegrams: "FLEXCARBUR," CAMROAD LONDON. S.U. CARBURETTER Flexible, Silent. S.U. COMPANY, LTD., SHIPTON WORKS, PRINCE OF WALES ROAD, KENTISH TOWN, N.W.5. 6th March 1922 To… | ||
| Scan014 | Letter to The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. arranging a trial for their carburetter on a car. | ||
| View original record | XK87 Hs2/LG. 7th. Mar. 1922. Messrs. The S.U. Carburetter Co.Ltd., Shipton Works, Prince of Wales Rd., Kentish Town. N.W.5. Dear Sirs, It will be convenient for your representative to try the S.U.… | ||
| Scan015 | Advice note from S.U. Company, Ltd. detailing the despatch of various carburetter needles. | ||
| View original record | ADVICE NOTE. TELEPHONE: HAMPSTEAD, 2413. X1487 From S.U. COMPANY, LTD., SHIPTON WORKS, PRINCE OF WALES ROAD, KENTISH TOWN, N.W.5. 13247 THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS Goods despatched:… | ||
| Scan016 | Letter from S.U. Company Ltd. regarding the scheduling of a carburetter test for their representative. | ||
| View original record | Telephone: HAMPSTEAD, 2413. Telegrams: "FLEXCARBUR," CAMROAD LONDON. X1487 S.U. CARBURETTER. Flexible, Silent. THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS S.U. COMPANY, LTD., SHIPTON WORKS, PRINCE OF… | ||
| Scan017 | Letter from S.U. Company Ltd. regarding the postponement of carburetter bench tests due to an employee's illness. | ||
| View original record | Telephone: HAMPSTEAD, 2413. Telegrams: "FLEXCARBUR," CAMROAD LONDON. S.U. CARBURETTER. Flexible, Silent. S.U. COMPANY, LTD., SHIPTON WORKS, PRINCE OF WALES ROAD, KENTISH TOWN, N.W.5. To Messrs.Rolls… | ||
| Scan018 | Carburation issues on 40/50 cars and proposing a trial of an S.U. carburetter. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from EP. c. to BY. c. to E. X1487 EP14/H13.3.22. Re. CARBURATION on 40/50 CARS. X1487 X2768 In view of the trouble we are having with the carburation at low speeds full throttle on 40/50 cars, and… | ||
| Scan019 | Telegram received by telephone regarding carburettors to be collected from Derby station. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 144A (100B.) SE 867. 9.7.18 MP 193871. X1487 M.D. ROLLS-ROYCE, LIMITED. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Stamp: RECEIVED EXPERIMENTAL DEPT. Time Received: 9H. Date: 14. To: Experimental Rojcar… | ||
| Scan020 | Telegram from Johnson to Hives regarding persuading Mr Royce to adapt the S U carburettor. | ||
| View original record | B.R. 144A (100B.) SE 867. 9.7.18 MP 19387 ROLLS-ROYCE, LIMITED. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Stamp: MAR 15 1922 Handwritten Ref: X1487 Handwritten Initials: Hs, M.D. Time Received: 2.6 By: JH Date:… | ||
| Scan021 | The poor performance of the 'Goshawk' Limousine and the recommendation to use an S.U. carburetter. | ||
| View original record | X1487 To EP. from CJ. X1487 X4219 CJ1/D20.3.22. We are sending back the "Goshawk" Limousine. We asked for it to be sent up so that LHS. could try it with Mr. Gibbs. They are both of them very… | ||
| Scan022 | Fitting an S.U. Carburetter to a Goshawk Limousine for further testing. | ||
| View original record | X1487 CJ. from EP. EP1/LG21.3.22. 3 GOSHAWK 11. GOSHAWK LIMOUSINE. [Handwritten note] Not until fitted with carburettor [Typed text] I take it from your memo CJ1/D20.3.22. that this car should be… | ||
| Scan023 | The poor performance of a 'Goshawk' Limousine and potential improvements from a new carburettor. | ||
| View original record | To EP. from CJ. CJ1/D20.3.32. We are sending back the "Goshawk" Limousine. We asked for it to be sent up so that LBS. could try it with Mr. Gibbs. They are both of them very disappointed with the… | ||
| Scan024 | Fitting an S.U. Carburetter to a Goshawk Limousine and arranging a performance test. | ||
| View original record | CJ. from EP. EP1/LG21.3.22. X1487 Y4219 3 GOSHAWK 11. GOSHAWK LIMOUSINE. I take it from your memo CJ1/D20.3.22. that this car should be fitted up with the S.U.Carburetter and that if the performance… | ||
| Scan025 | Post Office telegram message regarding an agreement for an experiment. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAPHS. To: Roycar Derby England. Royce agrees should experiment with but not convinced will be perfect should persevere with own. Hives. | ||
| Scan026 | Experiments and performance issues with S.U. carburetters on Goshawk-11 cars. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten top middle] X1487 Hs. CO. R. Le Canadel. from EP. [Top right] EPI/LG27.3.22. RE. GOSHAWK. [Handwritten] X1487 / X4219 We have received your wire as follows:- "ROYCAR DERBY. ROYCE AGREES… | ||
| Scan027 | Ongoing car performance issues, carburetter trials, and an investigation into a persistent water loss problem. | ||
| View original record | Contd:- -2- I have since seen him re. this car and he now agrees to the car being sent again for further trial fitted with such carburetter as R. approves of. In trying this car, we were certainly… | ||
| Scan028 | Engine cooling, steering shocks, cut-outs, and front shock absorbers for Goshawk and 40/50 models. | ||
| View original record | Contd; -3- is quite low; and it is certainly surprising, when the water boils, the amount of water which is actually pushed through the over-flow. THBN. is again giving this case serious attention and… | ||
| Scan029 | Telegram received by telephone regarding the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 144A (100B.) SE 867. 9.7.18 MP 193871 X1487 ROLLS-ROYCE, LIMITED. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 12.16 Date: 27.3.22 To: Royces Derby By: Gts from: Shepherd's Bush 11.45 d… | ||
| Scan030 | Suggestions for Goshawk 11 engine carburation improvements and test feedback. | ||
| View original record | X1487 EP. from R. ) c. to Hy. ) c. to FH. ) from R. c. to LHS. ) c. to CJ. and BJ. c. to Wor. c. to Hs. c. to E. and Da. c. to BY. c. to EFC R/LG2.4.22. GOSHAWK 11. SUGGESTIONS X4219 X1487… | ||
| Scan031 | Discouraging suggestions on established car designs and emphasizing adherence to existing instructions. | ||
| View original record | contd:- -2- Suggestions. Every point including - ignition governor, controls, instrument board position, etc. has been carefully thought out and is as arranged after very many months of careful… | ||
| Scan032 | Tests on Goshawk engine induction pipes regarding petrol distribution and performance with inferior fuel. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to E. c. to Da. c. to BY. X1487 HS5/LG26.7.22. GOSHAWK - INDUCTION PIPES. X.4227. X.4390. X.1487. X.4228. We have carried out a number of tests lately on Goshawk 11.… | ||
| Scan033 | Carburettor performance tests using various fuels, including paraffin mixtures, on Goshawk and 40/50 HP models. | ||
| View original record | contd:- -2- We have carried out tests which show that a carburetter will work perfectly on Aviation petrol or Benzol but if inferior petrol with paraffin added is used, there will be a definite… | ||
| Scan034 | Test report on carburetter hesitation issues related to the air valve and high-speed jet fuel supply. | ||
| View original record | contd:- -3- by means of a pipe. With this arrangement we proved that the movement of the valve on the instrument board was identical to the one in the carburetter so that it was possible to see at a… | ||
| Scan035 | Test results for an S.U. Carburetter with standard and heated induction pipes. | ||
| View original record | S.U. CARBURETTER. The following tests were carried out with a S.U. Carburetter, (variable jet) engine standard timing and standard induction pipe. | R.P.M. | lbs. | pet/hr. pints. | B.H.P. |… | ||
| Scan036 | Power and jet consumption data table for an S.U. carburetter with an experimental pipe. | ||
| View original record | X1487 26-2-23 S.U. Carburetter - Expl: Pipe (1) Power and Jet Consumption. X1487 X2758 R.P.M. | Lbs. | Pet/hr. | H.P. | Pet/HP/hr. pints. ---|---|---|---|--- 500 | 80 | 15.2 | 16.6 | 0.9036 750 | 87 |… | ||
| Scan037 | The return of S.U. type carburettors to the S.U. Co. | ||
| View original record | X1487 Roy. from Hs, c. to Chat. c. to BP. Hs3/LG19.3.23. We are sending into the Stores :- 6 G.3. type S.U. Carburetters also - 1 G.4. type " Will you please have these returned to the S.U.Co. and… | ||
| Scan038 | Specification and price list for the H.V. Type Horizontal Controllable S.U. Jet Carburetter. | ||
| View original record | THE H.V. TYPE HORIZONTAL CONTROLLABLE S.U. JET CARBURETTER TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION ON this type of Carburetter the jet is set at a vertical position in the jet chamber, through which the passage of air… | ||
| Scan039 | Informational leaflet on the efficiency and economy of the H.V. Type Horizontal Controllable Jet S.U. Carburetter. | ||
| View original record | PRICE 1/- OCT. 1925 EFFICIENCY TO obtain the very maximum speed on a car fitted with an engine of high efficiency, it is a generally accepted fact that a choke tube of larger dimensions than standard… | ||
| Scan040 | Suggestion to test an improved horizontal S.U. carburetter on the 20 HP model. | ||
| View original record | X.1437 Hs. from R. R3/M19.10.27. CARBURETTERS. Many people are using the improved horizontal S.U. It would be an easy matter to try one on our 20 HP. R. | ||
| Scan041 | Request for particulars of an improved horizontal S.U. carburetter for the 20 HP car. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. from Hs. X.1487 Hsl/LG21.10.27. Will you please obtain for us particulars of the improved horizontal type S.U. carburetter. We noticed that this type of carburetter was fitted to several cars… | ||
| Scan042 | Inquiry to S.U. Carburetter Co. regarding the suitability and price of their carburetters for a 40/50 HP engine. | ||
| View original record | 81487. Expl. Dept. Hs/Rm.8/KT. 8th June, 1931. The S.U. Carburetter Co, Bordersley Green Road, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, We are considering trying S.U. carburetters on our 40/50 HP. engine, which is 7.6… | ||
| Scan043 | Letter from The S.U. Company acknowledging receipt of a letter and promising a detailed reply the following day. | ||
| View original record | STATION:- ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.&S.RLY X1487. S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD TELEPHONE:- BIRMINGHAM EAST 633. East Works, Bordesley Green Road,… | ||
| Scan044 | Letter to the S.U. Co. regarding the testing of carburetters and petrol pumps. | ||
| View original record | X1487. Expl. Dept. Hs/Rm.1/KT. 13th June, 1931. The S.U. Co. Adderley Park, Birmingham. For the attention of T.C. Skinner Esq. Dear Sir, We are now about ready with our pipe for the two 40/50 HP.… | ||
| Scan045 | Letter from S.U. Company requesting carburetter centre dimensions for 25 and 40 HP cars. | ||
| View original record | STATION: ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.&S.Rly THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD [Left Side] S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT TELEPHONE BIRMINGHAM EAST 1633 General Manager T. C. SKINNER… | ||
| Scan046 | Letter from The S.U. Company regarding a delay in carburettor production due to a foundry flood and supply of a Petrolift. | ||
| View original record | 81487. STATION:- ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.& S.R'LY S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD. THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS TELEPHONES:- EAST 1662… | ||
| Scan047 | Letter to the S.U. Carburetter Co. regarding the distance between carburetter centres on induction manifolds. | ||
| View original record | V 1487. Expl. Dept. HS/Rm.13/KT. 17th June, 1931. The S.U. Carburetter Co. East Works, Bordersley Green Road, Adderley Park, B'ham. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of June 16th and also for… | ||
| Scan048 | Request to S.U. Carburetter Co. for a carburettor to test on a 3 1/2 litre engine. | ||
| View original record | 81487. Expl. Dept. Hs/Rm.6/KT. 23rd June, 1931. The S.U. Carburetter Co. Bordersley Green Road, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Sir, We should like to try one of your single… | ||
| Scan049 | Letter from The S.U. Company regarding the supply of alternative carburetter needles. | ||
| View original record | S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT TELEPHONES:- EAST 1662 AND EAST 1663. General Manager: T.C SKINNER. STATION:- ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.& S. Rly THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD East… | ||
| Scan050 | Letter to the S.U. Carburetter Co. regarding encouraging test results for four carburetters on a 25 HP car. | ||
| View original record | 81487 Expl. Dept. Hs/Rm.15/MJ. June 29th.1931. The S.U.Carburetter Co., Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Sir, Many thanks for your prompt… | ||
| Scan051 | Letter from The S.U. Company to W.A. Robotham regarding a satisfactory job and arranging a visit. | ||
| View original record | r1487. STATION: ADDERLEY PARK, L.M. & S. Rly S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT TELEPHONES:- EAST 1662 AND EAST 1663. General Manager: T.C. Skinner. THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD… | ||
| Scan052 | Letter from The S.U. Company regarding the supply of two pairs of larger carburetter needles for performance feedback. | ||
| View original record | 81487 STATION: ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.&S.RLY S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS LTD TELEPHONES: EAST 1662… | ||
| Scan053 | Letter to S.U. Carburetter Co. requesting weaker needles and a range of jets for 40/50 and 25 HP engine testing. | ||
| View original record | 81487 Expl. Dept. Hs/Rm.1/MJ. July 4th.1931. Mr. Skinner, The S.U.Carburetter Co., Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM. Dear Mr. Skinner, Thank you for the needles which you sent to us for… | ||
| Scan054 | Letter from The S.U. Company regarding the dispatch of weaker and alternative carburetter needles. | ||
| View original record | 81487 S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT STATION:- ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.& S. RLY THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park—Birmingham.… | ||
| Scan055 | Letter to The S.U. Company discussing metering results for a carburetter needle and a richness issue at slow speeds. | ||
| View original record | X1487 Hs/Rm2/AD. July 6th, 1931. S.C. Skinner Esq. The S.U. Company, Adderley Park, Birmingham. Dear Mr. Skinner, We have now done some metering curves on the needle you have given us for your… | ||
| Scan056 | Letter from The S.U. Company regarding the enclosure of two carburetter needles, G.I. and G.O., along with their charts. | ||
| View original record | 81482. S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park-Birmingham. STATION:- ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.&S.RLY TELEPHONE:-… | ||
| Scan057 | The receipt of carburettors and associated parts from The S.U. Company. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Rm 200 81487. 9.7.31 We have received 1 pair HV.3. DD Carburetters Nos C 20763 - 20764 'C' Needles fitted also 2 each Nos 20, 24A, 32 & AC. (6 in all) (Spare Needles) 1 Pull Rod with jaws 1 4"… | ||
| Scan058 | The modification of S.U. downdraught carburetters. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. From Hs/Rm. 81487 Hs/Rm.2/MJ.14.7.31. S.U. CARBURETTERS. We hand you herewith two S.U. downdraught carburetters. Will you please drill the faces of the carburetter bodyso that we can fit them… | ||
| Scan059 | Letter to the S.U. Carburetter Co. providing a summary of tests on various carburettors for 25 HP and 40/50 models. | ||
| View original record | 81487 Expl. Dept. Hs/Rm.1/MJ.25.7.31. July 25th.1931. The S.U.Carburetter Co., East Works, Bordesley Green Rd., Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Mr. Skinner, We are… | ||
| Scan060 | Letter discussing issues with an S.U. carburetter, including slow running and noise, and arranging further testing. | ||
| View original record | R.R. Ltd. -2- Hs/Rm.1/MJ.25.7.31. If we ever get an S.U. carburetter to this state and manage to convince our Chief Designer, there will be more interest in its various other applications as a… | ||
| Scan061 | Return of a loaned horizontal carburetter to the S.U. Carburetter Co. | ||
| View original record | ✓ 1487. O.O. From Hs/Rm. c. to S.O. c. to Stores. Hs/Rm.3/MJ.25.7.31. We are returning to the S.U.Carburetter Co. for the attention of Mr. Skinner :- One Horizontal carburetter with a throttle dia. of… | ||
| Scan062 | Letter from The S.U. Company regarding carburettors for silencing investigations. | ||
| View original record | 81487. STATION:- ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.&S.RY S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD TELEPHONE:- BIRMINGHAM EAST 633. General Manager: T.C. SKINNER. East… | ||
| Scan063 | Test run report for an S.U. carburettor, type H.V.5, on a 12-GIV chassis. | ||
| View original record | For files. TEST RUN ON S.U. CARB. 12-GIV. This carb. having 1 5/8 throttle dia. type H.V.5. fitted with needle W.O.3. was run a total distance of 732 miles on 12-GIV. The run included Porlock, Lynton… | ||
| Scan064 | Carburetter performance tests at Brooklands comparing standard and S.U. carburetters with different bonnet types. | ||
| View original record | COPY. 81487. To Hs/Rm. from F.Dodd. 6.8.31. X.788. X.1487. X.5080 CARBURETTER TESTS AT BROOKLANDS ON 12-GIV. Standard carburetter with louvred bonnet. Air Temp. Water Temp. Lap time Lap Speed MPH. 1/2… | ||
| Scan065 | Performance and consumption test results for an S.U. carburetter with strong and weak mixture settings. | ||
| View original record | -2- S.U. Carburetter with plain bonnet. Strong mixture. | Air Temp. | Water Temp. | Lap Time | Lap Speed MPH. | 1/2 Lap mile time | 1/2 Lap mile speed. | |---|---|---|---|---|---| | 20º | 84.5º |… | ||
| Scan066 | Letter from The S.U. Company arranging a visit to discuss silencing and dashpot dampening. | ||
| View original record | Flow over 81487. STATION: ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.& S. RLY S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS LTD TELEPHONES—… | ||
| Scan067 | Performance test results for different carburetter and bonnet configurations at Brooklands. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. from F. Dodd. 81487. 13.8.31. X.7881 X.1487. X.7080. 12-GIV AT BROOKLANDS. S.U. Carburetter - louvred bonnet (cut out closed). Air Temp. | Water Temp. | Lap Time | Lap Speed MPH. | 1/2 Lap… | ||
| Scan068 | Letter from the S.U. Company discussing carburettor design, specifically the use of a separate jet for slow running. | ||
| View original record | 814 87. STATION:- ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.& S.R'Y S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD TELEPHONES:- EAST 1662 AND EAST 1663. General Manager: T.C. SKINNER.… | ||
| Scan069 | Letter from The S.U. Company discussing engine tick-over, noise, and mixture strength. | ||
| View original record | THE S.U. COMPANY. W.A. Robotham, Esq., Messrs. Rolls Royce, Ltd. CONTINUATION NO. -2- Should you however, wish for an even better tick-over on this engine, I think it would be worth trying something… | ||
| Scan070 | Letter from the S.U. Company discussing carburetter over-enrichment issues during cold engine idling and potential solutions. | ||
| View original record | THE S.U. COMPANY. CONTINUATION NO. -3- W.A. Robotham, Esq., Messrs. Rolles Royce, Ltd. ----------------------- although, of course, not to anything like the same extent as does the mixture strength up… | ||
| Scan071 | Letter from The S.U. Company regarding a sketch for a pipe to be used with an air cleaner or hot air supply for their carburetter. | ||
| View original record | 81487. STATION:- ADDERLEY PARK, L.M. & S. RLY S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park—Birmingham.… | ||
| Scan072 | Petrol consumption test results for S.U. and R.R. carburettors with handwritten notes for further testing. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Rm. from F.Dodd. 81487 28.8.31. x3683. PETROL CONSUMPTION TEST ON S.U. CARBURETTER. Position on Half Quadrant. Speed. Full weak Normal Strong. MPH. 30 24.16 MPG. 19.2 MPG. 18.56 MPG. 40 20.16 " "… | ||
| Scan073 | Test report comparing an S.U. carburetter against a standard R.R. model, detailing road performance, fuel consumption, and piston positions. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Rm. from F. Dodd. 4.9.31. TESTS ON S.U. CARBURETTER. Controls set on quadrant working as R.R. standard. Engine running light equal to R.R. answers to mixture lever control as R.R. standard.,… | ||
| Scan074 | Test report on a Solex carburetter, evaluating its performance against an S.U. carburetter. | ||
| View original record | -2- SOLEX CARBURETTER. We can get good slow running on the above carb. at 4 M.P.H. in top gear, at this speed the suction noise is much greater than on the S.U. Snap acceleration is very poor. We… | ||
| Scan075 | Blueprint drawing of the controls for an S.U. Carburetter. | ||
| View original record | CONTROLS FOR S.U. CARBURETTER. REMOTE ON DASH DASH 2.25" 17.25" STD CONTROL THROTTLE 45 105° 11" CARB JET PL | ||
| Scan076 | The rear of a document showing a purple date stamp. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED 10 SEP 31 DERBY. | ||
| Scan077 | Graph showing full throttle metering for a large S.U. carburettor with different needles. | ||
| View original record | FULL THROTTLE METERING "CHINA" LARGE S.U. CARB. Pts/BHP/HR R.P.M NEEDLE W.O.3 NEEDLE 6Q W.O.2 | ||
| Scan078 | Graph showing full throttle metering for a C.S. unit 110° camshaft with a short type Ph.II silencing system. | ||
| View original record | FULL THROTTLE METERING C.S. UNIT 110° CAMSHAFT COMPLETE SHORT TYPE Ph.II SILENCING SYSTEM PTS/BHP/HR. R.P.M STANDARD CARB. JETS SET NORMAL S.U. CARB. JET 'K' S.U. CARB. JET 'C.I' K W.O.2 W.O.3 | ||
| Scan079 | Heavily faded document with a purple 'Patents Derby' date stamp. | ||
| View original record | The main body of the document is too faded to be legible. Text from the purple stamp: ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. PATENTS SITES 16 SEP 31 DERBY. | ||
| Scan080 | Letter to The S.U. Carburetter Co. discussing carburetter noise and performance improvements. | ||
| View original record | X1487- Expl. Dept. Hs/Rm.1/MJ. August. 31st.1931. The S.U. Carburetter Co., East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Mr. Skinner, We thank… | ||
| Scan081 | Letter to the S.U. Carburetter Co. regarding altering mixture strength by spring loading the piston. | ||
| View original record | (2) S.U. Carburetter Co. Rm.1/WJ.31.8.31. certainly be very interesting to try the effect of altering the mixture strength by means of spring loading on the piston. At the moment we have not decided… | ||
| Scan082 | Blueprint for a suggested air cleaner pipe for a carburettor air intake. | ||
| View original record | 2 15/16" 1 3/4 DIA 2" DIA. CARBURETTER AIR INTAKE SUGGESTED AIR CLEANER PIPE FOR ROLLS ROYCE THE S.U.Cº ADDERLEY PARK B'HAM DRAWN H.H. DATE 27-8-31 | ||
| Scan083 | Letter from The S.U. Company discussing carburetter noise issues and potential solutions. | ||
| View original record | X14.87 S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT TELEPHONES: EAST 1662 AND EAST 1663. General Manager: T. C. SKINNER. STATION: ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.& S. Rly THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD… | ||
| Scan084 | Letter to the S.U. Carburetter Co. regarding weakness issues with the H.V.5 type carburetter upon acceleration. | ||
| View original record | 81487 Expl. Dept. Hs/Rm.7/MJ. September 10th.1931. The S.U. Carburetter Co., East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Mr. Skinner, On all the… | ||
| Scan085 | Page two of a letter discussing piston performance, weight and enquiring about a larger S.U. carburettor. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Rm.7/MJ.10.9.31. piston. It seems, however, to have less tendency to fly to the top of the stroke under sudden acceleration. We should like to make some tests with this piston but before we can… | ||
| Scan086 | Graph of full throttle metering for an SU HVS Carburettor with 1 5/8 throttle. | ||
| View original record | FULL THROTTLE METERING CHINA S.U. H.V.S. CARB 1 5/8 THROTTLE PTS / B.H.P. / HR Needle W.O.2 R.P.M. | ||
| Scan087 | Cover sheet with faint illegible handwritten text and a purple 'Print Room' date stamp. | ||
| View original record | [Illegible handwritten text] ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED PRINT ROOM 11 SEP 31 DERBY. | ||
| Scan088 | Letter from The S.U. Company regarding the supply of carburetter needles and a carburetter. | ||
| View original record | 81487 STATION:- ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.& S.RY S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS TELEPHONES:- EAST 1662 AND… | ||
| Scan089 | Letter to The S.U. Company regarding the testing of carburettors and needles for a 7.5 litre model and a 25 HP model. | ||
| View original record | 81487. Hs/Rm.3/AD. September 21st, 1931. Mr. T.C. Skinner, The S.U. Company, East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, Birmingham. Dear Mr. Skinner, Many thanks for your letter of the 14th… | ||
| Scan090 | Letter from The S.U. Company quoting the price for a 1.5 inch carburetter. | ||
| View original record | 81487 STATION:- ADDERLEY PARK, L.M. & S. RLY THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT TELEPHONES:- EAST 1662 and EAST 1663. General Manager: T. C. SKINNER.… | ||
| Scan091 | Letter to S.U. Carburetter Co. regarding the return of unsuitable carburettors and a request for a larger version. | ||
| View original record | c. Roy. 81487. Hs/Rm.3/AD. September 25th, 1931. The S.U. Carburetter Co. East Works, Bordesley Green Rd. Adderley Park, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Mr. Skinner, We are… | ||
| Scan092 | Despatch note for returning two loaned S.U. down-draught carburetters after experimental tests. | ||
| View original record | Roy. from Hs/Rm. Despatch Stores. 81487. Hs/Rn5/AD28.9.31. We are sending into the Stores for return to the S.U. Carburetter Co. East Works, Bordesley Green Rd. Adderley Park, Birmingham, Two S.U.… | ||
| Scan093 | Letter from The S.U. Company regarding the development and production of carburetters. | ||
| View original record | X1487 STATION:- ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.& S.Rly S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD TELEPHONES:- EAST 1662 and EAST 1663. General Manager: T.C. SKINNER.… | ||
| Scan094 | Letter to The S.U. Company regarding a blueprint for a large carburetter and tests on smaller units. | ||
| View original record | Y1487 Hs/Rm.4/AD. September 30th, 1931. The S.U. Company, Bordesley Green Rd. Adderley Park, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 29th inst. We are much indebted to you for the… | ||
| Scan095 | Blueprint drawing of a 'China' induction pipe for downdraught S.U. carburettors. | ||
| View original record | File Under S.U. CARBS Y1487 HS 442 .500 3" 1.350 BORE [STAMP] LIMITED [STAMP] TEST ROOM, [STAMP] 22 SEP 31 [STAMP] DCP CHINA INDUCTION PIPE FOR DOWNDRAUGHT S.U.'S | ||
| Scan096 | Letter from The S.U. Company regarding the development of a separate slow running carburetter. | ||
| View original record | 81487. S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT TELEPHONES> EAST 1662 and EAST 1663. General Manager: T. C. SKINNER. STATION:- ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.& S.R'Y THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD… | ||
| Scan097 | Cross-sectional diagram of an adjustable choke and mixture valve assembly for an induction pipe. | ||
| View original record | ADJUSTABLE VALVE FOR QUANTITY OF MIXTURE! ADJUSTABLE CHOKE SLEEVE. UP FOR WEAK - DOWN FOR RICH. THIS FACE TO BOLT ON TO INDUCTION PIPE PETROL FEED FROM CONTROLLED LEVEL, (FLOAT CHAMBER) | ||
| Scan098 | Trial and fitment of a large S.U. carburetter for the Phantom II. | ||
| View original record | X1487. RHC. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm.5/AD5.10.31. X7090. LARGE S.U. CARBURETTER FOR THE PHANTOM II. We have received a print from the S.U. Co. of a carburetter they are making for us which is the right size… | ||
| Scan099 | Letter to the S.U. Carburetter Co. regarding a carburetter test for a 40/50 HP car. | ||
| View original record | X1487. Expl. Dept. Hs/Rm.3/KT. October 19th, 1931. The S.U. Carburetter Co. East Works, Bordesley Green Rd, Adderley Park, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr.Skinner. Dear Mr.Skinner, Thank you for… | ||
| Scan100 | Letter from The S.U. Company to Mr. Robotham regarding a run in an M.G. | ||
| View original record | 8148 S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD STATION:— ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.& S.R'LY TELEGRAMS> FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. East Works, Bordesley Green Road,… | ||
| Scan101 | Comparing power output from a single jet and expanding carburettor to a fixed choke diffuser type. | ||
| View original record | To R. From Hs/Ra. c. to SG. Wor. c. to CA. E. c. to Hy. 81487 Hs/Ra.3/KT.28.10.31. POWER OUTPUT. SINGLE JET & EXPANDING CARB. COMPARED WITH FIXED CHOKE DIFFUSER TYPE. Y1487 X1452 We obtained a power… | ||
| Scan102 | Photograph of a carburettor and ancillary component assembly. | ||
| View original record | ", | ||
| Scan103 | Photograph of a supercharger and carburettor assembly with a ruler placed on top for scale. | ||
| View original record | ", | ||
| Scan104 | Performance comparison graph of S.U. and Claudel carburettors with different induction pipes. | ||
| View original record | RM 50 COMPARISON OF 1 7/8 THROTTLE DIA S.U. ON TWO DIFFERENT INDUCTION PIPES SECTION 1: PIPE A PIPE B B.H.P. INDUCTION DEPN. SECTION 2: CLAUDEL C S.U. PIPE A B.H.P. INDUCTION DEPN. COMPARISON OF BEST… | ||
| Scan105 | Heavily faded and damaged document with a purple date stamp in the bottom right corner. | ||
| View original record | [Main body of text is illegible.] [Stamped text:] ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED 28 OCT 31 | ||
| Scan106 | Letter to The S.U. Carburetter Co. regarding carburetter fitting and distribution problems. | ||
| View original record | 81487 Expl. Dept. He/Rm.1/MJ. October 29th.1931. The S.U.Carburetter Co., East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderely Park, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Mr. Skinner, Thank you for… | ||
| Scan107 | Request to test a 1 3/8' throttle diameter vertical carburetter on an induction pipe. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Rm.1/MJ. 29.10.31. If the 1 3/8" throttle diameter vertical carburetter which you shewed me at Olympia is available I would like to try it on an induction pipe which gives almost perfect… | ||
| Scan108 | Letter from The S.U. Company discussing carburetter performance, hot spots, fuel consumption, and arranging a car test. | ||
| View original record | X1487 STATION:- ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.& S. RLY S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS LTD TELEPHONES:- EAST… | ||
| Scan109 | Letter from The S.U. Company regarding a 1 7/8' throttle carburetter. | ||
| View original record | THE S. U. COMPANY. CONTINUATION NO............ I quite appreciate the chances of doing business with you are somewhat slight, but at the same time it would be a matter of great interest to me to know… | ||
| Scan110 | Development of a new single semi-expanding carburetter to replace the common S.U. type. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM R. X1487 R2/19.11.31. X1437 C7030 C3030 C. to SG. WOR. BY. CARBURETTERS. We want to depart from the very common S.U. pattern for various reasons. Amongst others the reputation of this pattern… | ||
| Scan111 | Argument for a single carburetter design over S.U. and down-draught types, citing reliability and safety. | ||
| View original record | EXTRACT FROM: X1487. Hs. ) FROM R. By. ) CAR DESIGN WORK. R.2/M.10.11.31. X5080 X7080 X1487 C. to SG. WOR. CARBURETTER. We are now all agreed that the single carburetter is the best for our work, and… | ||
| Scan112 | Letter to S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. concerning distribution issues on the 40/50 model and a criticism from Sir Henry Royce. | ||
| View original record | 81487 Expl. Dept. Hs/Rm.1/MJ. November 14th.1931. The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd., East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. Skinner Esq. Dear Mr. Skinner,… | ||
| Scan113 | Letter discussing test results for the 40/50 model, induction systems, and a petro-lift. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Rm.1/MJ.14.11.31.Cont'd. When I have completed the present series of tests on the 40/50 I believe the results may be of sufficient interest for you to come over here and see the various… | ||
| Scan114 | Technical memorandum discussing carburettor configurations and development for various engine types. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM R. X1487 R5/16.11.31. Sent off 19.11.31. X7080 X5080 X1487 C. to SG. WOR. BY. CARBURATION. We have for a long time understood that it is advisable with double carburettors to have some… | ||
| Scan115 | Letter from The S.U. Company regarding carburetter distribution troubles and wear criticism. | ||
| View original record | 81487 S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT TELEPHONES> EAST 1862 AND EAST 1863. General Manager: T.C. SKINNER. STATION:- ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.&S.RLY THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD East… | ||
| Scan116 | Continuation page of a letter from The S.U. Company. | ||
| View original record | THE S.U. COMPANY. CONTINUATION No. be quietened if necessary. Kind regards. Yours sincerely, [Signature] [Watermark: ABERMILL BOND MADE IN GT. BRITAIN] | ||
| Scan117 | Instruction to fit a vertical S.U. carburetter to induction pipe V.1207, making it interchangeable with the existing Claudel Hobson carburetter. | ||
| View original record | Y1487 To RHC. From Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm.1/MJ.23.11.31. Will you please arrange to fit the vertical S.U. carburetter to induction pipe V.1207. At present this induction pipe is fitted with the vertical Claudel… | ||
| Scan118 | Letter from The S.U. Company regarding an enquiry received from The Margaretting Motor Works. | ||
| View original record | STATION: ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.& S.Rly X1487 S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD TELEPHONES:- EAST 1562 AND EAST 1663. East Works, Bordesley Green Road,… | ||
| Scan119 | Letter from The S.U.CO. responding to an enquiry about carburettor options for a six-cylinder engine. | ||
| View original record | TCS/DR Nov. 25/31. Messrs. The Margaretting Motor Works, Ingatestone, ESSEX. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your enquiry of the 24th inst. regarding a carburetter for a Rolls-Royce, and we could supply… | ||
| Scan120 | Inquiry from a motor works to a carburettor company regarding a single versus twin carburettor setup for a 6-cylinder car. | ||
| View original record | COPY THE MARGARETTING MOTOR WORKS. INGATESTONE ESSEX. Nov. 24/31 MESSRS. THE S.U.Co.Ltd. Dear Sirs, We have an owner of a Rolls Royce Car 40/50 H.P. 6-cyl., who is considering "hotting up" same. It… | ||
| Scan121 | Letter to The S.U. Carburetter Co. discussing the suitability of their carburetter for the standard 40/50 unit. | ||
| View original record | X1487 Expl. Dept. Hs/Rm.4/MJ. November 27th.1931. The S.U. Carburetter Co., East Works, Bordesley Green Rd., Adderley Park, Birmingham. For the attention of T.C.Skinner Esq.. Dear Mr. Skinner, Thank… | ||
| Scan122 | Letter from T.C. Skinner of The S.U. Company to W.A. Robotham, deciding to take no further action on a previously discussed matter. | ||
| View original record | X1487 STATION:- ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.&S.RLY S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT TELEPHONES:- EAST 1662 AND EAST 1663. General Manager: T.C. SKINNER. THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD… | ||
| Scan123 | Letter to the S.U. Carburetter Co. requesting assistance for an ex-apprentice's custom car. | ||
| View original record | X1487 Hs/Rm.1/AD. December 8th, 1931. The S.U. Carburetter Co. East Works, Bordesley Green Rd. Adderly Park, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Mr. Skinner, One of our ex apprentices… | ||
| Scan124 | Letter from The S.U. Company to W.A. Robotham regarding assisting Mr. Harker. | ||
| View original record | X1487 STATION: ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.& S.R'Y S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park - Birmingham. TELEPHONES… | ||
| Scan125 | Tests comparing vertical and horizontal S.U. carburetors for fuel distribution. | ||
| View original record | S. From Hs/en. c. to RG. WOT. c. to E. Hs. c. to AV. DISTRIBUTION, VERTICAL CARB. J.I. In curve No.51. we shewed that, except at full throttle speeds below 1000 RPM, the induction system illustrated… | ||
| Scan126 | Performance graph comparing two vertical SU carburetor distribution setups, A and B, across a range of RPMs. | ||
| View original record | R.M. 52 COMPARISON OF DISTRIBUTION VERTICAL S U 112° CAMSHAFT WITH TWO INLET CAMS. HIGH LIFT ROCKERS OPEN EXHAUST. INLET VALVE DIA. 1.4 WITH MIN HEAD CLEARANCE OF .225 ROUND VALVE. VERTICAL CARB 1 7/8… | ||
| Scan127 | Drawing of a central lubrication system pump, showing top and side elevations with pipe connections. | ||
| View original record | E-6383, OIL SUCTION PIPE, OIL DELIVERY PIPE, CENTRAL LUB. SYSTEM PUMP, GENERAL ARRGT., POSITION OF SUCTION PIPE, 5.375, 9.500 | ||
| Scan128 | Drawing of an induction pipe for a 30 HP T.T. car, showing multiple views and dimensions. | ||
| View original record | Ex7188, FOR 30 H.P. T.T. CAR / EX. 7188, ALLOYED IRON, INDUCTION PIPE - ONE ON CAR ONLY, 3.500, 5.500, 3.250, 5792, RETURN TUBE, 3.000, STEEL SHRUNK TO TUBE, ELBOW, ADAPTED TO Ex.CAR, EQUAL | ||
| Scan129 | Letter from The S.U. Company regarding a delay in dispatching a pair of carburettors due to specific finishing requirements. | ||
| View original record | X1487. S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD TELEPHONES: EAST 1662 AND EAST 1663. General Manager: T.C. SKINNER. STATION: ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.&S.Rly East… | ||
| Scan130 | Letter to The S.U. Company regarding the finish and supply of two 1 3/4 inch carburettors for Sir Henry Royce's consideration. | ||
| View original record | 81487. Hs/Rm.4/AD. December 14th, 1931. The S.U. Company, East Works, Bordesley Green Rd. Adderley Park, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Mr. Skinner, Thank you for Mr. Harris's… | ||
| Scan131 | Letter from The S.U. Company regarding Sir Henry's opinion on carburettors. | ||
| View original record | X1487. STATION:- ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.& S. RLY S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD TELEPHONES> EAST 1552 AND EAST 1553. East Works, Bordesley Green… | ||
| Scan132 | Letter from The S.U. Company enclosing a report on carburetter tests conducted on various Morris cars. | ||
| View original record | X1487. STATION:- ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.& S.R.Y S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD TELEPHONES: EAST 1662 and EAST 1663. East Works, Bordesley Green Road,… | ||
| Scan133 | Letter to the S.U. Company discussing carburetter tests, performance issues with large S.U. carburetters, and proposed solutions. | ||
| View original record | 81487. Hs/Rm.1/AD. December 19th, 1931. The S.U. Company, East Works, Bordesley Green Rd. Adderley Park, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Skinner Dear Mr. Skinner, We do not know if you are going… | ||
| Scan134 | Requesting the fabrication of a modified pipe for a Japan 1 cast iron head, based on results from two S.U. carburettors. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. from Hs/Rm. X1487. Hs/Rm.9/KT.19.12.31. In view of the results obtained on 27-EX by the two S.U. carburetters, it has been decided to try exactly the same scheme on Japan 1 cast iron head.… | ||
| Scan135 | Letter from The S.U. Company regarding a visit and a query about the load on a piston in the suction chamber. | ||
| View original record | X1487 STATION:- ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.&S. Rly S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT TELEPHONES:- EAST 1662 AND EAST 1663. General Manager: T.C. SKINNER. THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD… | ||
| Scan136 | Letter to Mr. Skinner of The S.U. Company to arrange a meeting regarding carburetter tests. | ||
| View original record | Y 1487. Hs/Rm.2/AD. 29th December, 1931. The S.U. Company, East Works, Bordesley Green Rd. Adderley Park, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Mr. Skinner, We shall be pleased to see you… | ||
| Scan137 | Letter to Mr. Skinner of The S.U. Company arranging a meeting to discuss carburettors. | ||
| View original record | X1487 HS/RM.2/AD. December 31st, 1931. Mr. Skinner, The S.U. Company. East Works, Bordesley Green Rd. Adderley Park, Birmingham. Dear Mr. Skinner, I have arranged with Mr. Elliott that it will be… | ||
| Scan138 | Letter to Mr. Skinner of The S.U. Company requesting a double S.U. petrolift as the single version was inadequate. | ||
| View original record | X1487 Hs/Rm.1/AD. January 2nd, 1932. The S.U. Company. East Works, Bordesley Green Rd. Adderley Park, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Mr. Skinner, I wonder whether you could bring… | ||
| Scan139 | Letter from The S.U. Company to Mr. Robotham arranging a meeting. | ||
| View original record | X1487 STATION:- ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.& S.RLY S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD TELEPHONES:- EAST 1662 AND EAST 1663. General Manager: T.C. Skinner.… | ||
| Scan140 | Letter from The S.U. Company arranging the delivery of a Duplex Petrolift. | ||
| View original record | 81487. S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT TELEPHONES— EAST 1662 AND EAST 1663. General Manager: T.C. SKINNER. STATION:— ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.&S.RLY THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD… | ||
| Scan141 | Request to obtain two Smith air silencers for 1 3/4' S.U. carburetters from a supplier in Yorkshire. | ||
| View original record | Roy/Ms. from Hs/Rm. X1487- Hs/Rm.1/ADL1.1.32. Will you please obtain for us, two Smith air silencers for 1 3/4" throttle diameter S.U. carburetters from Messrs. Frank Smith & Co. (Elland) Ltd.… | ||
| Scan142 | Request to transfer S.U. carburetters from experimental car 27-EX to 22-EX for adjustment. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. From Hs/Rm. c. to Hs/Lid. X1487 Hs/Rm.5/MJ.15.1.32. S.U. CARBURETTERS. Will you please transfer the S.U. carburetters from 27-EX. to 22-EX. This car has then to go over to Birmingham to be… | ||
| Scan143 | Letter to S.U. Carburetter Co. requesting weaker carburetter needles and noting the fitting of air silencers. | ||
| View original record | X1487. HS/Les.5/MA January 27th 1932. The S.U. Carburetter Co, East Works Bordesley Green Rd., Adderley Park Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Sir, With the latest needles we can… | ||
| Scan144 | Urgent internal request to obtain two Smith air silencers for S.U. carburettors. | ||
| View original record | X1487. Roy/Ms. From Hs/Les. Hs/Les.6/MA.27. 1. 32. Will you please obtain for us two Smith air silencers for S.U. carburetters from Frank Smith & Co Ltd Elland, Yorks. These should be suitable to fit… | ||
| Scan145 | Query regarding the force required to operate the jet seatings on S.U. Carburetters. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from E. c. BY. X1487 E.4/G.29.1.32. X.1487 S. U. CARBURETTERS. For the purpose of fixing up the control gear we should like to know what force is required to operate the jet seatings on the S.U.… | ||
| Scan146 | Letter to the S.U. Company requesting a carburetter needle change on a 20/25 HP car. | ||
| View original record | X1487 Hs/Lid.9/MA. January 29th 1932. The S.U. Company, East Works, Bordesley Green Rd. Adderley Park, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Sir, We propose bringing down to you on Monday… | ||
| Scan147 | Letter from The S.U. Company confirming a 20/25 HP car will be brought to their works on Monday. | ||
| View original record | S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT STATION:- ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.&S.RY THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD TELEPHONES:- EAST 1662 AND EAST 1663. East Works, Bordesley Green Road,… | ||
| Scan148 | The force required to operate the jet seatings on S.U. Carburetters. | ||
| View original record | X 1487. E. From Hs/Lid. c. to By. Hs/Lid.2/MA.4. 2. 32. S.U. CARBURETTER. With reference to the enquiries in E4/G. 29.1.32., we have obtained the following figures for force required to operate the… | ||
| Scan149 | Letter to S.U. Carb. Company requesting the supply of four specific carburetter needles. | ||
| View original record | X1487. Hs/Les.6/MA. February 4th, 1932. T.G. Skinner Esq., S.U. Carb. Company Adderley Park, Birmingham. Dear Sir, In connection with the twin H.V.8. Carburetters, will you please supply us with a… | ||
| Scan150 | Request to S.U. Carburetter Company to send a sample 1 3/4' throttle carburetter to Cadillac for Mr. Olley. | ||
| View original record | 81487 HS/Gry.2/MA. February 24th, 1932. T.G. Skinner Esq., S.U. Carb. Company Adderley Park, Birmingham. Dear Mr. Skinner, We have heard from Mr. Robotham who is in America that Cadillac are very… | ||
| Scan151 | Holding letter from The S.U. Company acknowledging receipt of a letter and advising a full reply will follow. | ||
| View original record | S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT TELEPHONES:- EAST 1662 AND EAST 1663. General Manager: T. C. Skinner. STATION:- ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.&S. Rly THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD East… | ||
| Scan152 | Letter to S.U. Carb. Company reporting a failure of an S.U. petrolift after 12,000 miles on a 25HP car and requesting a replacement. | ||
| View original record | C. to Lp. X1487 HS/Rm.14/MA. April 25th, 1932. T.G. Skinner Esq., S.U. Carb. Company Adderley Park, Birmingham. Dear Mr. Skinner, We have had a failure of one of the S.U. petrolifts that we have now… | ||
| Scan153 | Letter to the S.U. Carburetter Company regarding a faulty Morris Petrol Pump. | ||
| View original record | X1487. Lp5/LAN25432. Mr. Skinner, S.U.Carburetter Company, East Works, Adderly Park, Birmingham, Warwick. Mon. 25th April 1932. Dear Sir, At the request of Mr. Robotham, Experimental Dept., Derby, we… | ||
| Scan154 | Letter from The S.U. Company regarding a failing Petrolift pump and its subsequent redesign. | ||
| View original record | X148 STATION:- ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.&S.Rly S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD TELEPHONE:- BIRMINGHAM EAST 633. East Works, Bordesley Green Road,… | ||
| Scan155 | Letter from The S.U. Company regarding the failure analysis of a Petrolift pump. | ||
| View original record | X1487 S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT TELEPHONES: EAST 1662 AND EAST 1663. General Manager: T.C. SKINNER. STATION:- ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.&S.Rly THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD East… | ||
| Scan156 | Receipt of two Petrolift pumps and asking for instruction on what to do with the surplus unit. | ||
| View original record | S/W. X1487. To Hs/Rm From Lp. Copy to Wox. Lp3/LAM-28.4.32. Re: THE S.U. COMPANY. I have received a Petrolift direct from the S.U.Company, and, to avoid the possibility of being let down, I also got… | ||
| Scan157 | Returning a faulty S.U. Petrolift and a related failure report. | ||
| View original record | Lp. from Hs/Rn. X 1487. Hs/Rn.5/AD3.5.32. RE : S.U. PETROLIFT. With reference to Lp3/LA123.4.32, I should be glad if you would return the S.U. petrolift/to the direct [struck through] the S.U.… | ||
| Scan158 | Letter to The S.U. Company regarding a filter failure caused by an over-tightened nut. | ||
| View original record | S/W- Hs/Rm X1487. RECEIVED 1932 MAY 4 Lp3/LAM3532. For the attention of Mr. T.C.Skinner. The S.U. Company, East Works, Bordesley Green Road, ADDERLEY PARK, Birmingham. Tues. 3rd May 1932. Dear Sirs,… | ||
| Scan159 | Letter from The S.U. Company regarding a returned Petrolift pump with a buckled inlet ring. | ||
| View original record | COPY. THE S.U. COMPANY, East Works, Bordesley Green Road, ADDERLEY PARK, Birmingham. April 28th 1932. Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., 14/15, Conduit Street, London, W.1. Dear Sirs, ATTENTION OF MR. LAPPIN.… | ||
| Scan160 | Letter to the S.U. Company discussing Petrolift performance, carburetter testing, and a potential patent issue. | ||
| View original record | Expl. Dept. Hs/Rm.2/MJ. 7th. May-1932. The S.U.Company, East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Mr. Skinner, Thank you so much for the… | ||
| Scan161 | The second page of a letter thanking a supplier for carburetters. | ||
| View original record | -2- I should like to take this opportunity of thanking you for the extraordinarily nice way in which you have supplied us with carburetters etc., and I believe it is worth while leaving the… | ||
| Scan162 | Letter from The S.U. Company regarding a decision on the S.U. Carburetter and criticism of the Petrolift pump. | ||
| View original record | X487. STATION: ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.&S.Rly S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park—Birmingham. TELEPHONES:… | ||
| Scan163 | Request for information on patents held by Mr. Skinner for the S.U. carburetter central guide. | ||
| View original record | X14 87 Wn. From Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm.2/MJ.23.5.32. You asked me to find out for you what patents Mr. Skinner had on the S.U. carburetter central guide. I have today received the following letter which and… | ||
| Scan164 | Letter to the S.U. Company about using their carburettors on supercharged Bentley engines and petrol lifts. | ||
| View original record | X1487 Expl. Dept. Hs/Rm.1/MJ. 23rd. May 1932. The S.U. Company, East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Mr. Skinner, Thank you for your… | ||
| Scan165 | Performance of Eyston's M.G. on the track. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Rm.1/MJ. 23.5.32.Cont'd. of Eyston's M.G., which I saw perform so well on the track on Whit Monday. Kind Regards, Yours sincerely, For Rolls-Royce Ltd. | ||
| Scan166 | Acknowledging the receipt of a specification from a Mr. Skinner. | ||
| View original record | X1487 Hs/Rm. from Wn. Wnl/EIT.24.5.32. Hs/Rm2/MJ.23.5.32. Thank you for the information you have been good enough to obtain from Mr. Skinner. I think that the Specification which he has sent to you… | ||
| Scan167 | Letter from The S.U. Company discussing carburetter performance, sizing, and filters. | ||
| View original record | STATION:- ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.& S. RLY S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD TELEPHONES> EAST 1662 AND EAST 1663. General Manager: T.C. SKINNER. East… | ||
| Scan168 | Continuation of a letter discussing a sticking plunger and the high-speed performance of M.G. cars. | ||
| View original record | THE S. U. COMPANY. CONTINUATION NO. ______ plunger. This is the one that causes the sticking trouble owing to the fact that the pull of the magnets draws it to the side, and any little bit of foreign… | ||
| Scan169 | Extract detailing objections to the SU carburetter due to petrol dripping and inconsistency compared to their own fixed adjustment model. | ||
| View original record | EXTRACT. FROM R/M. 30.5.32. X1487. X.1487. R3/M30.5.32. HS. ) FROM R. E. ) C. to SG. WOR. BY. CARBURETTERS - 16-G-4. You will realise that I am maintaining my objection to the SU. carburetter for our… | ||
| Scan170 | Letter to the S.U. Company requesting feedback on designs for a 2.4-litre engine with a Powerplus blower. | ||
| View original record | 81487. Hs/Rm.2/AD. June 8th, 1932. Mr. Skinner, The S.U. Company, East Works, Bordesley Green Rd. Adderley Park, Birmingham. Dear Mr. Skinner, Designs have now been made incorporating your S.U.… | ||
| Scan171 | Arranging a meeting with Mr. Skinner of the S.U. Carburetter Co. to discuss carburetters. | ||
| View original record | 81487. To E. from Hs/Rn. Hs/Rn.2/KT.10.6.32. We have arranged with Mr. Skinner of the S.U. Carburetter Co. to come over on Thursday next the 16th inst, after lunch, to discuss carburetters. Hs/Rn. | ||
| Scan172 | Letter to the S.U. Carburetter Co. confirming a meeting to discuss carburetters. | ||
| View original record | X1487 Hs/Rn.3/KT. 10th June 1932. The S.U. Carburetter Co. East Works, Bordersley Green Road, Adderley Park, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Sir, This is to confirm our telephone… | ||
| Scan173 | Letter from The S.U. Company confirming an appointment with Mr. Robotham. | ||
| View original record | S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT TELEPHONES:- EAST 1652 AND EAST 1653. General Manager: T. C. Skinner. STATION:- ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.& S. RLY THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD East… | ||
| Scan174 | Patent issues and royalties related to the R.R. Expanding Carburetter. | ||
| View original record | X1487. To Sg. E.2/HP.18.6.32. c. Wor. HS. RV. Wn. BY/NW. X7080. re R.R. Expanding Carburetter. Referring to the use of the central guide on the air valve of the new R.R. expanding carburetter, it will… | ||
| Scan175 | Letter to The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. discussing carburetter specifications, requesting information on Alvis induction pipes, and noting an incorrect carburetter was supplied. | ||
| View original record | 81487 Hs/Rm.5/AD. June 30th, 1932. The S.U. Carburetter Co.Ltd. East Works, Bordesley Green Rd. Adderley Park, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Mr. Skinner, Thank you so much for the… | ||
| Scan176 | Letter from The S.U. Company discussing carburetter types and the induction systems used on Alvis cars. | ||
| View original record | S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD STATION:- ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.& S. RLY TELEPHONES:- EAST 1662 AND EAST 1663. General Manager: T.C. SKINNER. East… | ||
| Scan177 | Letter from The S.U. Company regarding the fitting of a balance pipe to stop piston flutter. | ||
| View original record | THE S. U. COMPANY. CONTINUATION NO._______ fitting a balance pipe just large enough to stop piston flutter. This is essential and incidentally it is all that is required. I shall be very interested to… | ||
| Scan178 | Blueprint of an exhaust manifold with integrated induction passages and pressure balance pipes. | ||
| View original record | - 3 INDUCTION PASSAGES RIGHT THROUGH EXHAUST MANIFOLD & JOINED TOGETHER BY PRESSURE BALANCE PIPES. MAIN EXHAUST MANIFOLD | ||
| Scan179 | Blueprint showing front and side elevations of a W-shaped four-port exhaust manifold. | ||
| View original record | EX, EX, EX, EX, 45° | ||
| Scan180 | Design for a 60mm automatic jet control for an S.U. type carburetter. | ||
| View original record | S. SMITH & SONS (MOTOR ACCESSORIES) LTD CRICKLEWOOD LONDON N.W. 60 M/M AUTO JET CONTROL FOR S.U. TYPE CARBURETTER EX.SK. 7257. MATERIAL PER 1,000 CUTTING UP ALLOWANCE FINISH USED ON CUSTOMERS… | ||
| Scan181 | Suggested layout for a hot air pipe for a 25HP engine, showing various views and dimensions. | ||
| View original record | 1 3/4 DIA 3 9/16 7 1 3/4 3 E 5969 2 1/8 4 BAFFLES MAY BE VARIED IN SHAPE & POSITION TO OBTAIN THE BEST RESULTS SHEET STEEL BAFFLES RIVETTED IN POSITION SUGGESTED LAYOUT FOR HOT AIR PIPE - THIN 1/4… | ||
| Scan182 | Blueprint for a right-hand feed lid for a Type T2 top feed float chamber. | ||
| View original record | SECTION on B-B DISTORTED SECTION on C-C PART No CAST IN A C SHARP CORNERS 1/4 B.S.F x 7/32 DEEP COME TO .205-.260 DIA D RECESS .255 DIA SECTION on A-A ALT | ALTERED FROM | REASON | DATE B | RE-DRAWN |… | ||
| Scan183 | Page featuring a purple 'RECEIVED' date stamp. | ||
| View original record | RECEIVED BY 29 MAY 1933 | ||
| Scan184 | Blueprint of a jet assembly shown in the dropped position. | ||
| View original record | JET IN DROPPED POSITION | ||
| Scan185 | Blueprint for a Glandless Control Type carburetter body made from gun-metal casting. | ||
| View original record | CARBURETTER BODY GLANDLESS CONTROL TYPE MAT'L GUN-METAL CAST'G THE S.U. Cº. ADDERLEY PARK B'HAM. PART Nª Ex.21/1 DRAWN B.C. DATE 14-7-33 MACHINE AT †. USE 'G' WOODRUFF CUTTER FOR SAND CAST'GS… | ||
| Scan186 | Technical drawing and table showing the overall dimensions of standard SU carburetters. | ||
| View original record | SHEET Nº4 OVERALL DIMENSIONS OF STANDARD SU CARBURETTERS H FOR HORIZONTAL THROTTLE VIZ HV2(H)C V - VERTICAL - HV2(V)C HF - HORIZONTAL FLANGE - HV2HC-(HF) VF - VERTICAL - HV2HC-(VF) | CARBURETTER TYPE… | ||
| Scan187 | Outline drawing of a 60mm Auto Jet Control mechanism. | ||
| View original record | S. SMITH & SONS (MA) LTD CENTRAL WORKS LONDON. N.W.2. OUTLINE OF 60 M/M AUTO JET CONTROL SCALE 1/1. Ex X 7244 30.1.33. K.L. 1.950" .218" MAXM. STROKE 12 M/M. 2.855" DIA 1.062" AS REQUIRED. 2.520" | ||
| Scan188 | The performance of brass and aluminium pistons in a carburetter for a 25 HP engine. | ||
| View original record | FOR S.U. FILE. (X1487) 4.7.32. Two types of piston were supplied for the 1 5/8" throttle diameter carburetter, one in brass weighing 1 lb 2 ozs. and the other in aluminium weighing 9 1/4 ozs. The best… | ||
| Scan189 | Letter to the S.U. Carburetter Co. discussing the performance and trial of their carburetter on a 25 HP car unit fitted to a tank. | ||
| View original record | c. E. Hs/Rm.3/AD. July 4th, 1932. X1487 The S.U. Carburetter Co. East Works, Bordesley Green Rd. Adderley Park, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Mr. Skinner, Thank you very much for… | ||
| Scan190 | Letter to The S.U. Carburetter Co. about testing their carburetters on a car and a tank. | ||
| View original record | The S.U. Carburetter Co. Birmingham. -2- We are running a 1¾" S.U. carburetter on one of our Aero Sales cars used by Mr. Lappin of Conduit St. and which is fitted up with this combination of needle… | ||
| Scan191 | Letter to the S.U. Carburetter Co. regarding criticism of the appearance of their carburettors. | ||
| View original record | X1487 Ha/Rm.1/AD. July 5th, 1932. The S.U. Carburetter Co,Ltd. East Works, Bordesley Green Rd. Adderley Park, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Mr. Skinner, We keep getting criticised… | ||
| Scan192 | Forwarding advice from a Mr. Skinner regarding carburetter tuning and the potential need for a different piston. | ||
| View original record | X1487. Lp. From HS/Rm. Hs/Rm.18/MA.6.7.32. Herewith the reply I have had from Mr. Skinner. You will note what he says about tuning your carburetter up. I think the best thing for you to do is to fix… | ||
| Scan193 | Letter from the S.U. Company concerning a specially finished carburetter and its price. | ||
| View original record | X 1487 STATION:- ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.&S.R.Y S.U. CARBURATTER FLEXIBLE SILENT THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD. TELEPHONES:- EAST 1652 AND EAST 1663. East Works, Bordesley Green… | ||
| Scan194 | Carburetter fuel consumption and a request for a new needle. | ||
| View original record | S/W. To Hs/Rm. from Lp. Copy to Wcr. Rm X1487 Lp.1/LAM.9.7.32. Re: G.L.N.-60. Thanks for your Hs/Rm.18/MA.6.7.32.. also for the attached letter from Mr. Skinner. The consumption so far obtained on the… | ||
| Scan195 | Disappointing carburettor needle being too rich for slow riding. | ||
| View original record | Lp. from Hs/Rm. c. Wor. X1487 Hs/Rm.5/AML.7.32. CLN-60 Replying to Lpl/LAM9.7.32. The needle is very disappointing because we find this too rich to give decent slow riding. However, we are sending it… | ||
| Scan196 | Letter from The S.U. Company following up on a telegram about the suspension of a 1 1/2' Carburetter and a missing letter. | ||
| View original record | X1487. STATION: ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.& S.RLY THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park—Birmingham. S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT… | ||
| Scan197 | Letter to the S.U. Company comparing the performance of different carburetter models on an engine. | ||
| View original record | X1487. Hs/Rm.7/AD. July 15th, 1932. Mr. Skinner, The S.U. Company, East Works, Bordesley Green Rd. Adderley Park, Birmingham. Dear Mr. Skinner, With reference to your letter of the 13th inst. I… | ||
| Scan198 | Letter to S.U.Co. Limited requesting a more suitable range of carburetter needles. | ||
| View original record | X1487 C O P Y. ROY/MS.3/FS. 2nd August 1932. Messrs. S.U.Co. Limited., Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Sirs, We have two S-U Carburetters,… | ||
| Scan199 | Letter from The S.U. Company regarding the dispatch of a range of carburettor needles and charts. | ||
| View original record | 41487. STATION:- ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.& S.R'Y S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD TELEPHONES:- EAST 1662 AND EAST 1663. General Manager, T.C. SKINNER.… | ||
| Scan200 | Letter to The S.U. Company thanking them for enclosed needles. | ||
| View original record | X1487 Hs/Rm.7/AD. August 8th, 1932. The S.U. Company, East Works, Bordesley Green Rd. Adderley Park, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, Many thanks for the needles enclosed with your letter ref. MK. of the 4th… | ||
| Scan201 | Requesting a formal order for two S.U. Carburetters, confirming they have been tested and are satisfactory for use on the Peregrine engine. | ||
| View original record | Roy. from Hs/Rm. X1487 Hs/Rm. 7/KT.13. 8.32. ------------------ Will you please order from the S.U. Carburetter Co, East Works, Bordersley Green Road, Adderley Park, Birmingham - 2 HU3H, Carburetters,… | ||
| Scan202 | Letter to the S.U. Company regarding results from their small carburettors, reproduction of plated needles, and supercharger testing. | ||
| View original record | X1487. HS/Rm.4/AD. August 15th, 1932. Mr. Skinner, The S.U. Company, East Works, Bordesley Green Rd, Adderley Park, Birmingham. Dear Mr. Skinner, We have got very excellent results from the small… | ||
| Scan203 | Letter to Mr. Skinner of The S.U. Company regarding carburetter performance. | ||
| View original record | Mr. Skinner, The S.U. Company. -2- I should like to say how wonderfully useful your carburetters are to me on test bench work as they always give us the best results in the minimum time and give us a… | ||
| Scan204 | Despatch of S.U. carburetter needles to the S.U. Carburetter Co. | ||
| View original record | Order Office from Hs/Rm. c. Despatch Stores. r1487 Hs/Rm.10/AM.6.8.32. We are sending into the Stores for despatch to Mr. Skinner of the S.U. Carburetter Co. a number of S.U. carburetter needles.… | ||
| Scan205 | Letter from The S.U. Company regarding a 1 3/4 inch carburetter. | ||
| View original record | S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT TELEPHONES: EAST 1662 AND EAST 1663. General Manager: T. C. Skinner. THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD STATION: ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.&S.RLY East… | ||
| Scan206 | Letter from Electric Heating & Hardware Ltd. proposing a patented improvement for S.U. Carburetter needles. | ||
| View original record | X1487. TELEGRAMS: "NATELEC, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: BIRCHFIELDS 4513-4514. ELECTRIC HEATING & HARDWARE LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF "KOMET" ELECTRIC HEATING AND COOKING APPARATUS. SHEET STEEL STAMPINGS &C.,… | ||
| Scan207 | Proposed S.U. carburetter scheme for the Bensport engine, referencing blueprint Lec.3190. | ||
| View original record | X1487 To R. from E. c.c. Sg. Wcr. Hs. By. Da. E.8/HP.6.9.32. re Bensport Carburetter. Please find attached blueprint of Lec.3190 showing the proposed scheme of S.U. carburetter for the Bensport… | ||
| Scan208 | Letter to Electric Heating & Hardware Ltd. regarding a matter being taken up with W.O. Bentley and Mr. Skinner of the S.U. Carburetter Co. | ||
| View original record | K1487 Hs/Rm.9/KT. Sept.12th,1932. Electric Heating & Hardware Ltd., Walsall Road, Perry Barr, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 29th August, ref. FJW/GVR. We are taking the… | ||
| Scan209 | Letter to S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. discussing carburetter designs for a supercharged car and seeking an opinion on a claimed modification. | ||
| View original record | X1487. Hs/Rm.3/KT. Sept. 12th, 1932. The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd, East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Sirs, Mr. Elliott has now almost… | ||
| Scan210 | Query regarding a claimed improvement to an S.U. carburetter by serrating the needle on a 6-litre Bentley. | ||
| View original record | W/S. X 1487. BN. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm.5/KT.12. 9.32. * We have received a letter from the Electric Heating & Hardware Ltd, Birmingham, signed by a gentleman who's name I cannot read, saying he has… | ||
| Scan211 | Letter from Electric Heating & Hardware Ltd. regarding the production of carburetter needles, referencing W.O. Bentley and the S.U. Carburetter Co. | ||
| View original record | 81487. TELEGRAMS: "NATELEO, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: BIRCHFIELDS 4513-4514. ELECTRIC HEATING & HARDWARE LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF "KOMET" ELECTRIC HEATING AND COOKING APPARATUS. SHEET STEEL STAMPINGS &c.,… | ||
| Scan212 | Letter from the S.U. Company regarding the testing of serrated needles for a Bentley car. | ||
| View original record | 81487 STATION: ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.&S.R.Y THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT TELEPHONES: EAST 1662 AND EAST 1663. General Manager: T.C. SKINNER. East… | ||
| Scan213 | Modifications and safety concerns regarding the S.U. carburetter for the Bensport engine. | ||
| View original record | HS ) FROM R. E. ) X1487 R1/14.9.32. c. to SG. WOR. BY. S. U. CARBURETTER. X.1487 X.4553 It will be remembered that I am not greatly impressed with the S.U. carburetter, but I pass the modifications… | ||
| Scan214 | Letter from The S.U. Company regarding the supply of carburetter sets for 40 HP and 25 HP models. | ||
| View original record | X1487. S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park—Birmingham. STATION: ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.& S. RLY… | ||
| Scan215 | Letter to The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding carburetter testing and new pistons for the 20/25 HP and 40/50 models. | ||
| View original record | X1487. Hs/Ru.1/KT. Sept.19th,1932. The S.U. Carburetter Co.Ltd, East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr.Skinner. Dear Mr.Skinner, Thank you for yourletter… | ||
| Scan216 | Letter from The S.U. Company about a Bentley Special jet control issue and the supply of a conversion set. | ||
| View original record | X1487 STATION:- ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.& S.Rly. S.U. CARBURRETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park—Birmingham.… | ||
| Scan217 | Blueprint of a twin carburetor assembly with connecting linkages. | ||
| View original record | 203, 133, 134, 136, 135 | ||
| Scan218 | Confirming a copy of a letter addressed to Mr. T.C. Skinner of Messrs. S.U. Co. is attached. | ||
| View original record | WOR. from E. Hs. By E.1/HP.22.9.32. We attach hereto copy of a letter we have addressed to Mr. T.C. Skinner, of Messrs. S.U. Co. E. | ||
| Scan219 | Letter to The S.U. Co. regarding the development of a carburetter for a Bentley car, enclosing blueprints. | ||
| View original record | E.5/HP. 21st September 1932. Mr. T.C. Skinner., Messrs. The S.U. Co., East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM. Dear Mr Skinner, With further reference to the question of the S.U.… | ||
| Scan220 | Letter to the S.U. Carburetter Co. regarding the return of jet control levers for a 4 litre Bentley. | ||
| View original record | X1487. Hs/Rm.13/KT. Sept. 23rd.1932. The S.U. Carburetter Co., East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Cooper. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of… | ||
| Scan221 | The despatch of a parcel of jet control levers to the S.U. Carburetter Co. | ||
| View original record | X1487. Roy. from Hs/Rm. c. D/BP. c. Stores. Hs/Rm.16/KT.23.9.32. We are sending into the Stores for despatch to :- The S.U. Carburetter Co. East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, B'ham - a… | ||
| Scan222 | Letter from The S.U. Company regarding the effect of German fuels on diaphragm pump fabric. | ||
| View original record | 81487 STATION: ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.& S.R'Y S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT TELEPHONES> EAST 1662 AND EAST 1663. General Manager: T. C. SKINNER. THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD… | ||
| Scan223 | Letter to the S.U. Carburetter Co. regarding the supply and tuning of smaller carburetters for a 3.5 litre engine. | ||
| View original record | X1487 Hs/Rh.9/KT. Sept. 29th. 1932. The S.U. Carburetter Co, East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Mr. Skinner, We have got a revival of… | ||
| Scan224 | Letter to S.U. Carburetter Co. discussing carburetter performance and development. | ||
| View original record | S.U. Carburetter Co. -2- This means getting rid of the mixture control. However this can wait until we have the carburetters giving a satisfactory performance in the normal form. Presumably, if we… | ||
| Scan225 | Letter to the S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding carburetter parts and an air silencer. | ||
| View original record | X1487. Expl. Dept. Hs/Rm.1/MJ. 30th. September 1932. The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd., East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM. For the Attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Mr. Skinner, I… | ||
| Scan226 | Letter from The S.U. Company regarding carburettors, air silencers and automatic jet control. | ||
| View original record | N487. STATION:- ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.& S.R'Y S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD TELEPHONES:- EAST 1662 AND EAST 1663. East Works, Bordesley Green Road,… | ||
| Scan227 | Blueprint for a suggested air cleaner pipe. | ||
| View original record | CARBURETTER AIR INTAKE 1 3/4 DIA. 1/8" 1 3/4 DIA. 1/4" 1 7/32" - OBA 5/16" 1/4" 5/16" 7/32 DIA 1/8 WIDE SLOT MILLED IN AS SHOWN SO THAT BAFFLES OF VARIOUS TYPES MAY BE TRIED IN POSITION. SUGGESTED AIR… | ||
| Scan228 | Letter to Mr. Skinner of The S.U. Company regarding difficulty fitting an air silencer to a carburetter due to space constraints. | ||
| View original record | X1487 Hs/Hm.11/AD. October 4th, 1932. Mr. Skinner, The S.U. Company, East Works, Bordesley Green Rd. Adderley Park, Birmingham. Dear Mr. Skinner, Thank you very much for your letter of the 3rd inst.… | ||
| Scan229 | Letter discussing a hot air pipe design, fuel despatch, and a request for data on a thermostatic device. | ||
| View original record | 81487 STATION: ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.& S. RLY. S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT THE S.U. COMPANY PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park - Birmingham… | ||
| Scan230 | Letter to S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding intake pipes and bonnet temperature figures. | ||
| View original record | X1487. Hs/An.6/KT. Oct. 7th. 1932. S.U. Carburetter Co, Ltd, East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, B'ham. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Mr. Skinner, Many thanks for your letter of… | ||
| Scan231 | Letter to The S.U. Carburetter Co. regarding bonnet temperature results and new carburetter development. | ||
| View original record | X1487. Hs/Rn.7/KT. Oct. 11th, 1932. The S.U.Carburetter Co, Ltd, East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, B'ham. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Sir, With reference to your letter of… | ||
| Scan232 | Log of engine temperature readings taken at one-minute intervals during a road test. | ||
| View original record | (Test 1). Thermometer placed under bonnet on O.S. of engine between the two S.U. carburetters. Also a second thermometer fitted into the top water pipe from the cylinder head to the radiator. Average… | ||
| Scan233 | Test results showing water and under-bonnet air temperatures recorded at one-minute intervals. | ||
| View original record | (Test 2). As first test except that the thermometer for registering temperature under bonnet was moved to the N.S. of the engine within 3 inches of the exhaust manifold. Average road speed 32.3 m.p.h.… | ||
| Scan234 | Letter from The S.U. Company regarding temperature problems and a delay in completing two carburettors due to a piston issue. | ||
| View original record | X1487. S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD STATION: ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.& S.R'Y THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS LTD TELEPHONES: EAST 1662… | ||
| Scan235 | Letter from the S.U. Company requesting for an inventor to inspect an engine to fit a Thermostatic/Jet Control device. | ||
| View original record | X1487 STATION:- ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.& S.R'Y. S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD. East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park - Birmingham. 8 THE… | ||
| Scan236 | Letter to the S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. discussing carburetter size and engine performance. | ||
| View original record | X1487 HS/Rm.10/KT. Nov. 2nd, 1932. The S.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd, East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Sirs, Many thanks for the… | ||
| Scan237 | Letter from The S.U. Company regarding carburetter throttle bores and modifications. | ||
| View original record | X4487 STATION: ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.& S.R'Y S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD TELEPHONES: EAST 1662 AND EAST 1663. General Manager: T.C. SKINNER. East… | ||
| Scan238 | Tests on different sized S.U. carburettors on a J.1 engine. | ||
| View original record | r1487 E. From Hs/Rn. c. to Hy. c. to Wor. Hs/Rn.4/MA.9.11.32. S.U. CARBURETTERS. ----------------- We have now carried out some tests on the S.U. carburettors on J.1 engine, the attached curve shows… | ||
| Scan239 | Performance graph for a 20/25 HP engine, Unit C.9, with a J.L. head, comparing different configurations. | ||
| View original record | UNIT C.9 (J.L. HEAD) 20/25 H.P. 7-1-32 RM 73 COMP. RATIO 6.3:1 E.57717 (M2°) CAMSHAFT. TWO EXHAUST CAMS. ① 2 .1625 S.U. CARBS ( .062 RESTD. BALANCE ) ② 2 .1875 S.U. CARBS. ( ③ AS ① WITH .062 PLATE… | ||
| Scan240 | Reverse side of a document or drawing, stamped by the Print Room in Derby. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE, LTD. PRINT ROOM NOV 10 1932 DERBY. | ||
| Scan241 | Requesting an order to be passed to S.U. Carburetter Co. for two HV4H carburettors for Bensport. | ||
| View original record | X1487. Roy. From Hs/Rn. Hs/Rn.1/MA.11.11.32. Will you please pass an order to the S.U. Carburetter Co., for two HV4H carburetters numbers D.66688 and D.66689. These were delivered here on the… | ||
| Scan242 | Discussion about potential patent infringement regarding a semi-expanding carburetter and the S.U. patent. | ||
| View original record | X 1487 To DG. / WOR. } from E. E.3/HP.28.11.32. c. Hs. By. By/NW. re R.R. Semi-Expanding Carburetter and S.U. Patent. Referring to the above matter I went over to Birmingham on Saturday morning and… | ||
| Scan243 | Letter from The S.U. Company regarding the fitting of a proposed thermostat for a Rolls-Royce. | ||
| View original record | STATION:- ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.&S.Rly 81487 S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD TELEPHONES:- EAST 1662 AND EAST 1663. East Works, Bordesley Green Road,… | ||
| Scan244 | Letter to the S.U. Carburetter Co. regarding the fitting of a thermostat and induction pipe. | ||
| View original record | 81487 Expl. Dept. Hs/Rm.7/MJ. 12th. December 1932. The S.U.Carburetter Co., East Works, Bordesely Green Road, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Mr. Skinner, We are in… | ||
| Scan245 | Letter from The S.U. Company to W.A. Robotham regarding a thermostat and arranging to see the car. | ||
| View original record | S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT TELEPHONES:- EAST 1652 AND EAST 1653. General Manager: T.C. SKINNER. STATION:- ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.&S.RLY THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD East… | ||
| Scan246 | Letter to The S.U. Carburetter Co. regarding the supply and heat treatment of thin sheet aluminium for experimental use. | ||
| View original record | 1487 Expl. Dept. Hs/Rm.3/MA. 14th. December 1932. The S.U. Carburetter Co., East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your… | ||
| Scan247 | Letter from The S.U. Company thanking Mr. Robotham for his letter regarding Sheet Aluminium. | ||
| View original record | 81487. STATION: ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.&S.RLY S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT TELEPHONES: EAST 1662 AND EAST 1663. General Manager: T.C. Skinner. THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD East… | ||
| Scan248 | Letter to The S.U. Carburetter Co. regarding modifications and testing of a car's carburetter and induction system. | ||
| View original record | 81487! Expl. Dept. Hs/Rm.5/MJ. 20th. December 1932. The S.U.Carburetter Co., East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Mr. Skinner, Further to… | ||
| Scan249 | Letter discussing the camshaft for a 25 HP engine and enclosing a separate letter about an air valve. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Rm.5/MJ.20.12.32. Cont'd. The camshaft fitted to this engine is our standard 25 HP. in every respect and therefore you should be able to get excellent slow running. We shall probably finally… | ||
| Scan250 | Letter from The S.U. Company regarding a delay in sending a car and enclosing a letter from Mr. Elliot. | ||
| View original record | 81487. S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD STATION: ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.&S.Rly TELEGRAMS:- FLEXCARBUR, BIRMINGHAM. East Works, Bordesley Green Road,… | ||
| Scan251 | Letter to S.U. Carburetter Co regarding issues with carburettor performance, distribution, and a rich low-speed mixture. | ||
| View original record | 81487. Hs/Rn.1/KT. December 28th 1932. The S.U. Carburetter Co, Ltd, East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, B'ham. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Sir, We hand you the car fitted with… | ||
| Scan252 | Letter to S.U. Carburetter Co. regarding a blueprint for the arrangement of carburetter controls. | ||
| View original record | 81487 Hs/Rm.8/KT. December 29th 1932. The S.U. Carburetter Co, East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, B'ham. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Sir, Further to our telephone conversation… | ||
| Scan253 | Letter from The S.U. Company to Mr. Robotham acknowledging receipt of a drawing of the controls. | ||
| View original record | X1487 STATION: ADDERLEY PARK, L.M.& S. RLY. S.U. CARBURETTER FLEXIBLE SILENT THE S.U. COMPANY. PROPRIETORS: MORRIS INDUSTRIES LTD East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park-Birmingham TELEPHONES:… | ||
| Scan254 | Letter to the S.U. Company requesting information on carburettors with water heated hot spots. | ||
| View original record | 81487. Hs/Rm.4/KT. December 31st 1932. The S.U. Company, East Works, Bordesley Green Road, Adderley Park, B'ham. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Skinner, Thank you very much for your letter of… | ||