Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| Scan001 | The use of American manufactured wood wheels and a request for specific rims and tyres. | ||
| View original record | X.3895 To R. from Bn. c. to da. c. to Hs. c. to OY. BN4/W29.9.19. RE WOOD WHEELS FOR AMERICA. X.3614 X.3895 I send you herewith copy of OY1/F16.9.19 and of OY3/F 16.9.19. in which Mr. Olley presses… | ||
| Scan002 | Unsuitability of wire wheels for the American market and customer preference for wood wheels. | ||
| View original record | COPY Rolls-Royce Ltd., 15 Broad St., New York. OY1/F16.9.19. Sept. 16th. 1919. BN from OY:- copies to J, JCR, RWS, and EWC. RE WHEELS ON IMPORTED CARS. (For summary see end.) 1. There is a rooted… | ||
| Scan003 | Issues with soft edge beaded tyres and wire wheels, recommending alternatives like wood wheels for the US market. | ||
| View original record | -2- with our 895 X 135 wheels for soft edge beaded tyres, since in many parts of the country it is impossible to buy these tyres, and they are always disproportionately expensive, being an un-std… | ||
| Scan004 | Summary page of recommendations regarding the supply and assembly of wheels and hubs. | ||
| View original record | -3- 11. Summarizing the foregoing:- (1) We suggest that cars be sent over with hubs only suitable for wood wheels or wire wheels, as requested by Mr. Schueete; the wheels to be completed here under… | ||
| Scan005 | List of rims and tyres sent from the United States for experimental work. | ||
| View original record | X.3895. Jan. 30th 1920. X.3893. PARTS SENT FROM THE STATES ON JAN. 30TH. '20 WHICH EXPERIMENTAL WORK IS REQUIRED. X.3894. (1) Demountable Rims. Shipped. Cedric Dec. 20. (a) Firestone Rims. 6 - 32 x 4… | ||
| Scan006 | Extract of a memo detailing new features and testing plans for the 4.EX experimental chassis. | ||
| View original record | X.3895 Extract from Hs2/LG27.2.20. ------------------------- X.3764. RE 4.EX CAR. ------- I propose to bring 4.EX chassis (the latest experimental chassis) to West Wittering next week. This chassis is… | ||
| Scan007 | Sourcing of Dunlop wheels with demountable rims and compatible straight-sided tyres. | ||
| View original record | To Wd. from Hs. c. to Bn. X.3895 Hs4/LG18.3.20. X.3725. RE WHEELS FITTED WITH DEMOUNTABLE RIMS. X.3895. We are very anxious to fit Dunlop wheels which have demountable rims to our cars as soon as… | ||
| Scan008 | Whether chassis sent to America are supplied with or without tyres. | ||
| View original record | COPY. x 3895 To C. from CJ. Re tyres for American Cars. CJ11/E19.4.20. x.3895 x.990 Referring to the attached, presumably the chassis which we send to America will be sent without tyres? CJ. attc.… | ||
| Scan009 | Letter from R. to C.J. discussing the use of security bolts and a preference for American straight-sided tyres. | ||
| View original record | X.3895 COPY. Answered 19.4.20 To C.J. from R. R1/G15.4.20. My dear C.J., x 990 x 3482 Re Dunlop Tyres on Michelin Disc wheels. CJ10/D9.3.20. This supports my contention that high speed and power cars… | ||
| Scan010 | Visit from a Dunlop Director regarding the production and supply of straight-sided tyres and wire wheels. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 735 A (100 T) (N.F. 846 6-S-19) G. 2400 X 3895 R. from BY. c. to EW. c. to Hs. c. to Da. EFC BYS/H26.4.20. CHASSIS - WHEELS. RE THE QUESTION OF FITTING STRAIGHT-SIDED TYRES. X 990 X3895 Mr.… | ||
| Scan011 | Request to check a statement about American tyres, referencing an attached document. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from BY. (crossed out) C to E.F.C. X.3895- COPY. BY4/P20.5.20. RE TYRES. X.3044 (crossed out) X.3895 We attach herewith copy of D/Sn13/AW4.5.20, and should be pleased if you can check this… | ||
| Scan012 | Comparison between Dunlop and standard American tyre sizes. | ||
| View original record | COPY. RE TYRES. BY. D/Sn13/AW4.5.20. We are advised by Sales Department that Mr. Schuette has written them saying he has compared the Dunlop 895 x 150 tyres, as shipped on a recent chassis, with their… | ||
| Scan013 | Proposal from the Spreckels 'Savage' Tire Co. and its implications for owners needing replacement tires. | ||
| View original record | R & A (100. T) D y 846. 6-8-19) G. 2480 X3895 c.(Sales)from Wd. c.to By. c.to Hs. c.to Ef. c.to My. Wd4/NJ22.7.20. Spreckels "Savage" Tire Co. Herewith I send you copy of a letter from Linus G.Read,… | ||
| Scan014 | Business proposal from Linus G. Read regarding the supply of Spreckels 'Savage' Tires from California. | ||
| View original record | W85a (100 T) (S.G. 643. 19-2-20) G. 2815. C O P Y. LETTER FROM:- LINUS G. READ, AM.C.I.E. 26-27, Avenue Chambers, Southampton Row, LONDON W.C.1. 12th July 1920. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale… | ||
| Scan015 | Complaints from America about hard tyres causing poor ride quality, difficult steering, and increased wear and tear. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to Bn. c. to Da. c. to E. c. to By. c. to Oy. c. to EP. X3895 X.3895. X.4050. RE - TYRES. X.20. We are receiving a number of complaints from America re. the riding of the… | ||
| Scan016 | Experimental tyre testing, comparing mileage and comfort at different pressures for Dunlop and Goodyear tyres. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- HS2/LG1.9.20. tyres we reduced the pressure to 55 lbs., the car was entirely different. The increase in comfort and the riding so obtained by the lower tyres pressure in something which we… | ||
| Scan017 | Technical discussion on tyre performance, including pressure, fitting, tread patterns, and noise issues. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -3- Hs2/LG1.9.20. Even if it is proved that the tyres last longer with high pressure, we think we have still to reckon the extra wear and tear on the chassis due to the hard tyres and the loss… | ||
| Scan018 | Continued page of a report commenting on the noise levels of Wood Milne tyres. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 238e (100 T) S.H. 89. 22-7-20 G 2789 Contd. -4- Hs2/LG1.9.20. are bad in this respect, also such tyres as the Wood Milne are very bad for noise. Hs. | ||
| Scan019 | Chassis troubles and the riding qualities of post-war cars, attributing issues to cord tires and thick leaf rear springs. | ||
| View original record | <3895> Oy4 - G 22920 Sept. 22, 1920 Mr. Claude Johnson, Managing Director, Rolls-Royce Ltd., London, England. X 3895 Re: New Chassis Troubles. Riding Qualities of the Post War Cars Dear Sir:- We have… | ||
| Scan020 | Letter to Mr. Claude Johnson regarding spring dampers, transmission noises, and replacing post-war leaf springs with pre-war ones. | ||
| View original record | Cy4 - G 22920 Sept. 22, 1920 Mr. Claude Johnson - 2 by the use of the spring damper in the front pivots, of which we have sent you drawings, although in this case we have only ventured to use a very… | ||
| Scan021 | Cover letter attaching a copy of a letter from America regarding tires. | ||
| View original record | EWT. to Hs. X.3895 EWT/HJC2/G7.10.20. Re Tires. I attach copy letter of the 22nd. Sept. ref: Cy6-G.22920 addressed to CJ. from America, with regard to the above, for your information. EWT. H/B… | ||
| Scan022 | Letter from Rolls-Royce of America regarding the inconveniently tight fit of Kelly Springfield and Firestone tires on the rim. | ||
| View original record | Oy6 - G 22920 September 22, 1920 Mr. Claude Johnson, Managing Director, Rolls-Royce Ltd., London, England. Re: Tires Dear Sir:- Replying to Mr. Royce's memo of the 20th of August and Mr. Hives' memo… | ||
| Scan023 | Internal memorandum forwarding copies of letters from America and the Firestone Tire & Rubber Company regarding tires. | ||
| View original record | x 3895 Hs EWT. to Hs. OCT 22 1920 RECEIVED EWT/HJC5/G22.10.20. Re: Tires. Attached hereto is copy of letter ref: Oy5-G61020 addressed to CJ. from America, together with copy of letter from the… | ||
| Scan024 | Letter from Rolls-Royce of America regarding the tight fit of Firestone tires. | ||
| View original record | Oy5-G61020 Oct. 6. 1920. Mr.Claude Johnson, Managing Director, Rolls-Royce Limited, London, England. Attention:- Messrs.Royce and Hives. ------------------------------------- Re Tires Dear Sir:- In… | ||
| Scan025 | Letter from Firestone Tire & Rubber Co. regarding a complaint about difficulty detaching an SS tire from a rim. | ||
| View original record | FIRESTONE TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY Akron Ohio GIE:S Boston, Mass. September 29, 1920. Mr.N.H.Manning, Rolls-Royce of America, Inc. Springfield, Mass. Dear Mr.Manning, I received on my return to the… | ||
| Scan026 | Letter discussing the positive performance and lack of bead difficulty with SS tires. | ||
| View original record | (2) able to explain this to you more fully on my next visit by showing you a sample of tire and rim and the action which takes place. It is extremely gratifying to us when looking over the service… | ||
| Scan027 | Tight fit of Firestone tyres on standard rims, suggesting they may be smaller than standard. | ||
| View original record | To EWT. for R.R. Inc. X.3895 1920 Hsl/LG25.10.20. RECEIVED X.3895 RE TYRES. With reference to Mr. Olley's memo. ref. OY5/G6.10.20 with letter attached from the Firestone Rubber Company. The rims on… | ||
| Scan028 | Comparing the price of Goodyear/Goodrich tyres in the U.S.A. and requesting the UK price for Dunlop tyres. | ||
| View original record | W/S. To C. from Hs. (Handwritten signature 'AAS' is written over 'from Hs.') X.3895 (Handwritten) RE. TYRES. HS2/LG8.2.21. Whilst I was in the U.S.A. I found that our R-R Company there were buying… | ||
| Scan029 | The cost for a set of four tyres from Dunlop, Goodyear, and Goodrich. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 135s (100 T) (S.H. 798. 10-12-20) G. 2048 X 3895 S/W Hs. X.3826 X.3895 RE TYRES. Hs2/LG8.2.21. C1/C22.2.21. X.990. I note contents of your memo. The rate of Exchange must not be forgotten,… | ||
| Scan030 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. discussing experiences with straight-sided cord tyres versus woven fabric tyres. | ||
| View original record | x=895 X4050 X3895 Hs7/LG. 20th. June 1921. Messrs. The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Aston Cross, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Paull. We are about to standardise the Dunlop Wheels with the… | ||
| Scan031 | Continued letter discussing optimal tyre pressures and their effect on mileage and wear, with recommendations based on vehicle weight. | ||
| View original record | contd:- -2- HS7/LG20.6.21. If it was necessary to run these tyres at 80 lbs. we should say that it was absolutely impossible to use them on Rolls-Royce Cars. We have carried out tests and have proved… | ||
| Scan032 | Cover letter attaching correspondence regarding Straight-Sided Tyres. | ||
| View original record | X3895 To Hs. from BJ. BJ/Py23/D21.11.22. Re: Straight- Sided Tyres. I attach hereto for your information copy of letter Oy3-W-11922 of November the 9th, regarding the above. Hs [STAMP: RECEIVED NOV 23… | ||
| Scan033 | Letter from Rolls-Royce of America regarding issues and observations on straight-sided tires and their flanges. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. -------------------------------- Oy3-W-11922. November 9, 1922. Mr. Claude Johnson, Rolls-Royce Ltd., London, England. Attention of Mr.… | ||
| Scan034 | Proposed alterations to tyres, following a trend from the USA for larger, softer tyres with lower air pressure. | ||
| View original record | BJ. OY. CJ. HS. TO BY. EP. ROY. } from R. X3895 R2/M15.8.23. & ALTERATIONS TO TYRES. X.4565 X.3895 X3602 I learn from OY. that the tyre makers in U.S.A. are proposing to increase the size of the tyres… | ||
| Scan035 | Short note expressing a preference for a 6-inch measurement over a 7-inch one. | ||
| View original record | contd:- -2- I should prefer the safer policy of first using 6" as I fear 7" may be going too far. R. | ||
| Scan036 | Test impression of a well-worn Goodrich material sample, likely a tire tread. | ||
| View original record | X/3895 Goodrich. Well WORN 45 lbs/D" L 6.9" Aug, 1923 | ||
| Scan037 | Letter to M. Olley in America regarding balloon tyres and a visit from a Dunlop representative to the Fisk Tyre Co. | ||
| View original record | X3895 Expl: Dept: Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby, England. 1st. Oct. 1923. M. Olley, Esq. Messrs. R-R (America) Inc., Springfield, Mass., America. OY. from Hs. BALLOON TYRES. X3895 X4385 We attach… | ||
| Scan038 | Letter discussing the performance, noise, and testing of various tire sizes and brands. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. X3895 Oy1-E-101923 October 19, 1923 Mr. E. W. Hives, Mickleover near Derby, England. Dear Hives: Re: Tires Replying to yours of October 1st. We have run… | ||
| Scan039 | Technical discussion comparing Dunlop (English) and American large tires, focusing on performance issues, construction, and sizing. | ||
| View original record | Oy1-E-101923 -2- 2. Large Tires cont'd. our talk with him that the Dunlop Company have something to sell over here, that is, they know more about the big tire business than the American concerns. I… | ||
| Scan040 | Tire sizes, comparing them to Dunlop's, and mentioning hopes for success with the Tire and Rim Association. | ||
| View original record | Oy1-E-101923 -3- 3. Sizes cont'd. Generally the Dunlop sizes appear to be close to the nominal whereas ours appear to be about 5% or 6% larger. I certainly hope Macbeth will have success with the Tire… | ||
| Scan041 | Test report on 32 x 6 Goodyear tires after 12,000 miles of use. | ||
| View original record | Oy3-E-10823 October 8, 1923 REPORT ON TEST OF 32 x 6 TIRES 32"x6" Goodyear tires The 6 tires have run 12,000 miles, and during that distance have punctured three times by picking up as many nails, all… | ||
| Scan042 | Comparison of different tyre tread patterns and their associated noise and wear characteristics. | ||
| View original record | To Hs OLD GOODRICH. (Quiet & stays quiet). Section A.A. NEW GOODRICH. (noisy + gets noisier in 5000 miles). Section A.A. wear occurs thus giving polygonal shape to tyre thus:- AM. DUNLOP. (Fairly… | ||
| Scan043 | Service bulletin discussing the causes of tire wear, specifically scalloping on non-skid treads. | ||
| View original record | OY2-E-101025 To: Mr. Southern (S) CC: Messrs. Nadin - Caswell Bagnall - Harkness Hulley - Belnap Southern - Beaver From: Mr. Olley MATERIAL FOR SERVICE BULLETIN Re: Tire wear This matter was discussed… | ||
| Scan044 | The causes and remedies for excessive wear on right front tires, focusing on steering adjustments. | ||
| View original record | Oy2-E-101023 -2- 2. Wear of right front tires. This also has been a very general complaint and is especially prevalent just now on certain of the cheaper cars. Where dealers adjust the slack and… | ||
| Scan045 | Letter detailing the results of tire trials, focusing on tread widths and their effect on steering performance. | ||
| View original record | X3895 Oy1-E-52527 RECEIVED JUN 11 1927 May 25th, 1927. Mr. R. W. H. Bailey, Rolls-Royce, Ltd., Derby, England. (Copy for attention Mr. Hives " " Mr. Haldenby) Dear Mr. Bailey: Re Tires We have… | ||
| Scan046 | Steering problems with balloon tyres on chassis for the American market. | ||
| View original record | HS X3895 To Wcrks from BJ. Copy to Oy. Copy to Hs. Chassis 18-LF. Cable from Mr.Fuller. BJ2/E29/6/27 I attach copy of letter I have written to Mr.Fuller concerning the above. You will have noticed… | ||
| Scan047 | Letter discussing a steering issue on chassis 18 LF and the cabled correspondence regarding a solution. | ||
| View original record | BJ1/E29/6/27 29th June 1927 Dear Fuller, I received your cable reading as follows: CHASSIS EIGHTEEN LF JUST RECEIVED HAS BAD STEERING HEAVY AND STICKY ON TURNS AT LOW SPEEDS STOP BALLOON TIRES ALONE… | ||
| Scan048 | Letter to Mr. H.J. Fuller of Aldred & Co. regarding a difficult problem with steering effects. | ||
| View original record | BJ1/E29/6/27 - 2 - and at the same time give you the best possible steering effects, but it is acknowledged that this is an extremely difficult problem. Yours very sincerely, (Sgd) B.Johnson… | ||
| Scan049 | Steering improvements on the 18-LF model, considering differences between UK and USA driving conditions. | ||
| View original record | To Wor. from Hs. c. to CY. c. to BJ. V3895 Hs4/LG30.6.27. K 3682 [illegible handwritten text] STEERING ON 18-LF. As we pointed out in our memo. Hs/Rm2/LG23627. we consider an immediate improvement can… | ||
| Scan050 | Letter discussing American tire standardisation and changes to specific wheel and tire sizes. | ||
| View original record | X3895 x7173. x3894. OY2- Mr. R.W.H. Bailey, Mr. E.W. Hives, Rolls Royce Ltd., Derby, England. Gentlemen: March 8th, 1929. c - London File Wheels & Tires With reference to my letters last May on the… | ||
| Scan051 | Wheel and tire specifications, clearances, and issues with drop center rims. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Clearance from brake drums and cross steering tube is obtained by offsetting the wheel on the hub 1/2" more than present standard as recommended by Mr. Hives. The standing height of the wheel… | ||
| Scan052 | Standard chart for tire and rim specifications and markings. | ||
| View original record | TIRE AND RIM STANDARD A12177 Tire Cross Section Rim Dia. | 4.50 | 4.75 | 5.00 | 5.25 | 5.50 | 6.00 | 6.50 | 7.00 18 | | | | | 5.50-18 Replaces 28 x 5.50 | 6.00-18 Replaces 30 x 6.00 | 6.50-18 Replaces… | ||
| Scan053 | Letter discussing potential improvements and tests regarding petrol gauges, an apparatus for Phantom II rear brakes, valve springs, and tyres. | ||
| View original record | OY. From Hs/Rn. x 3895 Hs/Rn.7/MJ.13.2.30. x7777 14523. x3895 We regret not having replied to your previous letter before, but we have daily been expecting to hear of your departure from America. (1)… | ||
| Scan054 | Methods to dampen axle and radiator movement, including frame stiffening and the use of Sorbo rubber. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Rn.7/MJ.13.2.30.Contd. the radiator dither being exactly in step with the criss-cross axle period as we have always expected. Since we can find no means of preventing the axle having a criss-cross… | ||
| Scan055 | Dimensions and weight of a 7' x 19' U.S. Royal Tyre compared to standard Dunlop tyres. | ||
| View original record | To OY. From Hs/AJL. c. to Ey. c. to Da. c. to ZV. X 3895 Hs/AJL.2//AW.8.5.30. x3895 x7820 x5820 7" x 19" U.S. ROYAL TYRE (FLAT BASE RIM). The attached chart shews the dimensions, weight etc., as… | ||
| Scan056 | Comparison table of specifications for four different tyre models. | ||
| View original record | || 7"x 19" U.S. Royal Tyre. | 33 x 6.75 Silent Tread Dunlop. PI | 6 x 19" S.T. Fort Reinforced Dunlop. AHS. 20/2/25 | 7 x 20 S.T. Fort Reinforced Dunlop. PI |---|---|---|---|---| | Max. width of tyre… | ||
| Scan057 | Correction notice for the wheel revolutions per mile of a specific Dunlop tyre. | ||
| View original record | To Oy. From Hs/AJL. c. to By. c. to Da. c. to Ev. X3895 Hs/AJL.1/MJ.15.5.30. X3895 Y7820 Y5820 TYRE SIZES. With reference to Hs/AJL.2/MJ.8.5.30., the figure of 630.5" quoted for the wheel revs/mile of… | ||
| Scan058 | Postponing the testing of two types of 19 x 6 rims and tyres for the 25 HP model. | ||
| View original record | S/W. (Or.) c. to [text crossed out], Hs. & Srn. Hs. X3895. Whr19/D27.5.30. Wheels and Tyres - 25 HP. OY3/DM.20.5.30. Sg. asked me to say that he thinks the question of asking the Experimental… | ||
| Scan059 | Temperature tests at Brooklands detailing insufficient radiator cooling, petrol starvation, and a seized cut-out valve. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. From F. Dodd. X3895. Hs/FD.1/MJ.11.6.30. [Handwritten numbers in right margin] X788 X366 X7080 X3895 BROOKLANDS. 4.6.30. Temperature tests of top and bottom water temperature, oil… | ||
| Scan060 | Acceleration test results comparing a standard carburetter with an air silencer carburetter. | ||
| View original record | -2- Acceleration tests were taken with both air silencer and standard carburetters fitted. These shew that the standard carburetter gives slightly better results. - Average figures Standard… | ||
| Scan061 | Steering tests conducted at Brooklands on different tyre and wheel combinations. | ||
| View original record | BROOKLANDS. STEERING TESTS. 4.6.30. Tests were carried out with Standard Dunlop silent tyres, U.S.A. 7 x 19 Royal, and 7 x 20 1/4" off set special. U.S.A. 7 x 19. at 40 lbs. pressure. Steering… | ||
| Scan062 | Steering and ride quality tests using Dunlop Silent Tyres at various pressures. | ||
| View original record | 7 x 20 Dunlop Silent Tyres. At 40 lbs. - Steering very light at high speeds, not so positive as ¼" off-set wheels. Good for joggles. At 35 lbs. - Steering not quite so light but joggles slightly… | ||
| Scan063 | Use and testing of 19-inch and 20-inch American wheels and tyres. | ||
| View original record | BY. From Hs/Bn. c. to OY. c. to AJL. X 3895. Hs/Bn.7/MJ.10.7.30. AMERICAN WHEELS AND TYRES. With reference to BY/Mtn.15/N.9.7.30., we recommend the following procedure :- (A) 20" wheels and tyres. We… | ||
| Scan064 | Internal memorandum discussing the selection of wheels and tires for the U.S. market, specifically American versus English rims. | ||
| View original record | X 38715 To: Mr. C. Worsy (struck through) C. By. (struck through) From: Cy. C. Hs. Oy2/DM.16.7.30. Wheels and Tires. ----------------- Replying to Whr14/NW.15.7.30. Ross has now replied to my cable… | ||
| Scan065 | Proposal to use 19 x 7 tires and Dunlop-and-American rims for a specific vehicle order and future imports. | ||
| View original record | -2- Will report further results in due course. The desirable thing of course (if technically possible) is to use 19 x 7 straight side tires on the 200 order and look to using 19 x 7 well-base tires on… | ||
| Scan066 | Specification sheet for U.S. Royal Flat Base 7.00' x 20.0' tyres and wheels. | ||
| View original record | 83895 BY/RD. From Hs/AJL. Hs/AJL.1/MJ.24.7.30. U. S. ROYAL FLAT BASE 7.00" x 20.0" TYRES. These tyres and wheels have the following dimensions :- Max. width of tyre section - 6.5". " " " " tread -… | ||
| Scan067 | Cable about the supply and testing of Dunlop tyres on a new rim. | ||
| View original record | x3895. To Hs. from C. L.H.P.II Tyres. CI/E23/8.30 [Stamp] SH RECEIVED OCT 2 1930 We have received the following cable from Oy.: WE CAN GET SUPPLIES SEVEN INCH TWENTY TIRES FOR DROP CENTER RIM BUT ONLY… | ||
| Scan068 | Requesting an update on the current position of tests for wheels, tyres, and bumpers for frames. | ||
| View original record | COPY. X 3895. To Hs. From Sg. re. L.H.P.11 for America Sg29/E2.9.30. X3895 V777L I attach copy of Sg3/D25.7.30 to Whr. Unfortunately as you doubtless know he has been very dangerously ill and is… | ||
| Scan069 | Wheels, tyres, and frame testing for an American contract. | ||
| View original record | COPY. WHR. from Sg. Sg3/D25.7.30. Re: WHEELS & TYRES - AMERICAN CONTRACT. I raised this point in Derby yesterday and I found Hs. was fully alive to the position. They have obtained at W. a set of… | ||
| Scan070 | Wheel and tyre specifications for the Left-Hand Phantom II model for the American market. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten top centre] x3895 [Handwritten top right] m772 To Sg. From Hs. Hs.6/MJ.3.9.30. LEFT-HAND PHANTOM II FOR AMERICA. Replying to Sg29/L.2.9.30. The position as regards wheels and tyres for… | ||
| Scan071 | Correspondence about the difficulty of fitting tires and tubes due to valve hole positioning on Dunlop rims. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten notes at top: 83895, W, H] [Stamp 1: RECEIVED JAN 15 1931] [Stamp 2: RECEIVED JUN 1 1931] Btn-6 May 27, 1931. Rolls Royce, Ltd., Derby, England. Attention of Mr. Bailey. [Handwritten:… | ||
| Scan072 | Technical letter discussing issues with well base rims and valve placement on American cars. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Btn-6 May 27, 1931. All the American cars at present using well base rims have the valve in the center of the well, but this is not quite ideal because makers are using smaller and smaller… | ||
| Scan073 | Procurement and local sourcing of various automotive components for American production. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 199 (250T) (SDG76 19-7-17) MP180865 [Handwritten]: X.3898 Contd. [Handwritten]: -2- Extent OY3/G7.6.20. ---------- [Handwritten, crossed out]: X.3898 (5) Rotherham Lubricators. We believe we can… | ||
| Scan074 | Relaying a cable from Rolls-Royce of American, Inc. regarding a shipment of lubricators. | ||
| View original record | X.3898 15.7.20 We have received the following cable from Mr. Olley of Rolls-Royce of American, Inc. Will you please deal with this. X.3898 X.3893 X.4337 "ALEMITE LUBRICATORS SHIPPED TO HIVES MAY… | ||
| Scan075 | Letter from E. & A. F. Bourdas regarding a 'Kings' patent spring oiler. | ||
| View original record | H R 73A (100 T) (R.F. 846 6-8-19) G. 2460. X3898 COPY. LETTER RECEIVED FROM:- E. & A. F. BOURDAS, 9, LOWER JAMES STREET, GOLDEN SQUARE, LONDON W.1. 3rd. November 1920. The Manager. Rolls-Royce Ltd. 14… | ||
| Scan076 | Advertisement leaflet for King's Patent Automatic Spring Leaf Oilers. | ||
| View original record | STOP THAT SQUEAK !!! BY USING KING'S PATENT AUTOMATIC SPRING LEAF OILERS LEFT COLUMN: Just apply the oil can to the reservoir once or twice a month and spring troubles are over. New springs kept in… | ||
| Scan077 | Informational leaflet for King's Spring Leaf Lubricators, explaining their function, installation, and benefits. | ||
| View original record | STOP THAT SQUEAK !!! SPRING LUBRICATION NOT A FAD. AUTO SPRINGS MUST HAVE OIL. Spring leaves are made to slide over one another and thus take up the shock. If the surface of the leaves is not… | ||
| Scan078 | 'King's Patent Spring Oiler', a sample of which is being sent for evaluation. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Wd. 8th.Nov.1920. Wd1/NJ8.11.20 X.3898 King's Patent Spring Oiler. Attached is copy of a letter from E & A.F.Bourdas, London, to out London Office, dated 3rd.inst. also a leaflet illustrating… | ||
| Scan079 | Short memo dismissing the 'King's Patent Spring Oiler' as not of interest. | ||
| View original record | To Wd. From Hs. AS X3898 Hs3/LG16.11.20. King's Patent Spring Oiler. Wd1/NJ8.11.20. We do not consider these fittings interest us at all. Hs. R.R. 2253 (100 T. S.H. 20. v2-T-20) G. 2769 | ||
| Scan080 | Cover letter forwarding correspondence from Rotherham & Sons, Coventry regarding a sample. | ||
| View original record | X.3898 Hs X.4337. X.3898 Wd/Ms11/FJ12.2.21. We attach hereto copy of a letter received from Rotherham & Sons, Coventry and we have asked them to forward sample as early as possible. On receipt of same… | ||
| Scan081 | Letter from Rotherham & Sons regarding a patent application for a lubrication device intended to compete with the 'Alemite' system. | ||
| View original record | Copy of letter received from:- Rotherham & Sons, Coventry. 9.2.21 Please reply to Engineering Dept.HNS/NGB Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd., Nightingale Rd., Derby. Dear Sirs. Ref. Wd/Ms14/FJ8.2.21 In answer… | ||
| Scan082 | Two Grease Injectors from Messrs. E.H. Hill Ltd. with different flexible connections. | ||
| View original record | Hs. X.3898 Wd/Ms4/FJ24.2.21. Re Grease Pump. With reference to Mr.Royce's memo' R3/G24/1/21, I send you herewith two Grease Injectors made by Messrs.E.H.Hill Ltd., Sheffield, having flexible… | ||
| Scan083 | Letter from Ernest H. Hill Limited quoting prices for grease injectors. | ||
| View original record | Copy of letter received from:- ERNEST H. HILL LIMITED, BETA WORKS, 56, BROOMHALL STREET, SHEFFIELD. Ref.-No.E/EHH. February 1st.1921. Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby. Gentlemen, Ref.-Wd/Ms20/FJ31.1.21.… | ||
| Scan084 | Rejecting sample grease injectors from Messrs. R.H. Hill Ltd. of Sheffield. | ||
| View original record | To Wd/Ms. from Hs. X3898 Hs3/LG24.2.21. X7337 RE. GREASE INJECTORS FROM MESSRS. R.H.HILL LTD., SHEFFIELD. With reference to the sample Injectors which have been sent to us by these people, they are of… | ||
| Scan085 | Sample of the T.A.B. pressure lubrication system. | ||
| View original record | X-3898 To Ms. from Hs. Hs/LG25.2.21. T.A.B. PRESSURE LUBRICATION SYSTEM. Please write and obtain sample of this system it appears to be good. Hs. correspondence returned to .O.O. | ||
| Scan086 | The identification of a grease gun manufacturer in the USA or the UK. | ||
| View original record | X.3898 Hs. Wd/Ms17/FJ3.3.21. X.433) We attach hereto copy of a letter we have received from Messrs. E.H.Hill Ltd. re grease gun. I shall be pleased if you will let me know the name of the… | ||
| Scan087 | Letter from Ernest H. Hill Ltd. regarding an enquiry about an 'Alemite' grease gun and lubricators. | ||
| View original record | Copy of letter received from, Ernest H. Hill Ltd., Beta Works, 56 Broomhall Street, Sheffield. 1st. Mar. 1921. Ref. No. E/EHH. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby. Gentlemen Ref. Wd/Ms10/FJ28.2.21. Your… | ||
| Scan088 | Cover note for an attached letter from T.B. Andre & Co. Ltd. and a grease gun. | ||
| View original record | X3898 Hs. Wd/Ms4/FJ7.3.21. X3898 We attach hereto copy of letter we have received from T.B.Andre & Co.Ltd. ref.-VAT/ACT, dated March 2nd. We also send you herewith grease gun referred to. Messrs.Hills… | ||
| Scan089 | Quote from T.B. Andre & Co. for their T.A.B. Pressure Lubrication System, including grease guns and nipples. | ||
| View original record | Copy of letter received from:- T.B. ANDRE & CO. LIMITED, 5, DERING STREET, NEW BOND STREET, LONDON, W.1. Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, DERBY. VAT/ACT. 2nd March, 1921. Dear Sirs,… | ||
| Scan090 | Covering letter regarding the T.A.B. Lubrication System, attaching correspondence from T.B. Andre & Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | Hs 121 RECEIVED MAR 1921 X 3898 MADE AT CROXLEY X-3898 Wd/Ms26/FJ22.3.21. T.A.B. Lubrication System. We attach hereto copy of letter we have received from T.B. Andre & Co.Ltd. ref.-VAT/ACT, dated 21st… | ||
| Scan091 | Letter from T.B. Andre & Co. regarding a new T.A.P. grease gun cartridge lubrication system. | ||
| View original record | Copy of letter received from:- T.B. ANDRE & CO. LIMITED, 5, Dering Street, New Bond Street, London, W.1. VAT/ACT. 21st March, 1921. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, Derby. Dear Sirs,… | ||
| Scan092 | Recommendation to standardise a new form of lubricator for the 40/50 car engines, advising to halt progress on the current standard. | ||
| View original record | X3898 BY. from Hs. Hs2/LG31.3.21. X.3897 LUBRICATORS FOR 40/50 CAR ENGINES. We anticipate we shall shortly be recommending for standardisation, a new form of lubricator for the 40/50 cars. We have on… | ||
| Scan093 | Potential discontinuation of R.R. type lubricators in favour of a grease or oil gun system for the 40/50 chassis. | ||
| View original record | Hs 1 IV 1921 C.O. From BY. SPT. c. Hs. RECEIVED X.3898 BY2-P1.4.21. X3898 LUBRICATORS FOR 40/50 CHASSIS. It should be noted that we should not get too far ahead with the manufacture of R.R. type… | ||
| Scan094 | Comparing the T.A.B. lubrication system to the Alemite system, detailing issues with pressure, grease gun design, and leakage. | ||
| View original record | X3898 Ms. from Hs. Hs8/LG5.4.21. X3798 T.A.B. LUBRICATION SYSTEM. With reference to the Grease gun and lubricators which you obtained for us from T.B. Andre & Co.Ltd., We have tested these and find… | ||
| Scan095 | The specifications of various grease gun types. | ||
| View original record | X-3898 Mr. Hives. from GWH. 5.4.21. X898 X 4337 Grease Gun Particulars. R.R. screw-on type - makers E.H.Hill. Barrel 9" long 1 1/2" dia. Screw 14 T.H. per inch 3/4" dia. Spring grip type - makers -… | ||
| Scan096 | Pressure test results of various grease guns. | ||
| View original record | X3898 Mr. Hives. 5.4.21. X4337 X3898 GREASE GUNS. Tested with pressure gauge - T.B. Andre, London 140 lbs. Hills, Sheffield R.R. 440 lbs. Alemite, U.S.A. 490 lbs. GWH. | ||
| Scan097 | Issues with a supplied grease gun from E.H. Hill and recommending the Alemite system as a better alternative. | ||
| View original record | Ms. from Hs. x 3898 Hs9/LG5.4.21. x 3898 x 4837 GREASE GUN. With reference to the grease gun supplied by E.H. Hill. The latest grease gun supplied by these people is an improvement over their previous… | ||
| Scan098 | Follow-up with Messrs. Rotherham regarding an experimental grease gun. | ||
| View original record | Ms. O.O. from Hs. X.3898. Hsl/LG7.4.21.. X3898 V5035 ROTHERHAM GREASE GUN. Some time ago, you wrote to Messrs. Rotherham for us enquiring whether they had a suitable grease gun - they replied that… | ||
| Scan099 | Brochure for the Empress High Pressure Lubricating System from Bowen Products Corporation. | ||
| View original record | Bowen Products Corporation Manufacturers Auburn, N.Y. Empress Leo C. Steinle Ltd. 1, EARL STREET, LONDON, S.W. 1. PHONE - VICTORIA 1175. EMPRESS High Pressure Lubricating System X3898 One Hand… | ||
| Scan100 | Leaflet advertising the Empress High Pressure Lubricating System for motor cars and trucks. | ||
| View original record | Empress High Pressure Lubricating System EMPRESS High Pressure Lubricating System FOR ALL MOTOR CARS AND TRUCKS A practical, effective system of lubrication for the chassis which satisfactorily meets… | ||
| Scan101 | Promotional leaflet for the Empress High Pressure Lubricating System, detailing its operation and benefits. | ||
| View original record | Empress High Pressure Lubricating System One Hand Operates It Ample pressure is developed in the gun before applying the gun to the connection; when the nozzle is inserted into the connection, a valve… | ||
| Scan102 | Instructional page for the Empress High Pressure Lubricating System, highlighting its features. | ||
| View original record | Empress High Pressure Lubricating System Easily Operated With other systems, two hands are absolutely necessary to perform the operations required to lubricate—attaching the gun to the connection,… | ||
| Scan103 | Promotional leaflet for the Empress High Pressure Lubricating System, detailing its operation, components, and advantages. | ||
| View original record | Empress High Pressure Lubricating System Cleans and Lubricates With the usual pressure systems, after the gun is attached to the bearing, the pressure is gradually applied by turning down the plunger,… | ||
| Scan104 | Product specification sheet for the Empress High Pressure Lubricating System and its components. | ||
| View original record | Empress High Pressure Lubricating System EMPRESS High Pressure Lubricating System Patents Applied For No. 400. The Empress Gun is 15 inches over all, handle extended. Body 6 inches long. Finished in… | ||
| Scan105 | Cover note forwarding a letter from Messrs. T.B. Andre & Co. Ltd. requesting comments. | ||
| View original record | X 3898 Extension Number 14 Hs. Wd/Ms7/FJ9.4.21. We attach hereto copy of letter we have received from Messrs.T.B.Andre & Co.Ltd. ref.-VAT/ACT, dated 6th inst. Will you please let us have your… | ||
| Scan106 | Letter from T.B. Andre & Co. Ltd. regarding a chassis lubricating system and improved grease gun. | ||
| View original record | H.R. 323. 100(T) (N.H 798 10-12-20) G. 2947 COPY OF A LETTER RECEIVED FROM:- MESSRS. T.B. ANDRE & CO.Ltd., 5, DERING STREET NEW BOND STREET LONDON.W.1. VAT/ACT. 6th April 1921. Messrs. Rolls Royce… | ||
| Scan107 | Letter from T.B. ANDRE & CO.LTD. detailing the costs and advantages of their grease gun lubrication system. | ||
| View original record | -2- assumption that you would standardise this System on your Cars:- Grease Gun complete with flexible tube and adaptor ... 14/- each Standard Nipples ... ... 4½d " On the basis of your having 36… | ||
| Scan108 | Cover letter attaching correspondence from Messrs. Rotherham & Sons regarding a grease gun. | ||
| View original record | X3898 Extending Number 146 Hs. Wd/Ms7/FJ11.4.21. Rotherham Grease Gun. With reference to yours Hsl/LG7.4.21, we attach hereto copy of letter we have received from Messrs.Rotherham & Sons, Coventry,… | ||
| Scan109 | Copy of a letter from Rotherham & Sons, Ltd. arranging a visit to demonstrate a patent lubrication device. | ||
| View original record | Copy of letter received from:- ROTHERHAM & SONS, LIMITED, COVENTRY. AF/NGR. Please reply to:- Engineering Dept. Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd., 8-4-21. Nightingale Road, D E R B Y. Dear Sirs,… | ||
| Scan110 | Attached letter from Ernest H. Hill Ltd. and requesting a sample 'Alemite' connection. | ||
| View original record | x 3898 Extension Number 145 Hs. Wd/Ms6/FJ11.4.21. [STAMP] APR 11 1921 Grease Gun. RECEIVED X3898 X4357 We attach hereto copy of a letter we have received from Messrs. Ernest H. Hill Ltd. ref.-M/EHH,… | ||
| Scan111 | Letter from Ernest H. Hill Limited regarding the manufacture of an 'Alemite' Grease Gun. | ||
| View original record | Copy of letter received from:- ERNEST H. HILL LIMITED, Beta Works, 56, Broomhall Street, Sheffield. Ref No.-M/EHH. April 8th,1921. Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby. Gentlemen, Ref.-Wd/Msl4/FJ7.4.21.… | ||
| Scan112 | Reviewing the specifications and performance of a grease gun supplied by Mr. Day. | ||
| View original record | X3898 Mr. Hives. from GWH. 14.4.21. GREASE GUN SUPPLIED BY MR. DAY. 1 1/2" bore - length of barrel 4 1/2" dia. of screw 3/8" 16 thds. per" lbs. pressure 700. This grease gun is the best tested so far… | ||
| Scan113 | The weights of various empty grease guns. | ||
| View original record | x3898 x4337 x3898 Mr. Hives. from GWH. 14.4.21. 14537 x3898 WEIGHTS OF VARIOUS GREASE GUNS. Hills (large) 3 lbs. 6 ozs. T.B. Andre 2 lbs. 1 ozs. Alemite 1 lbs. 15 ozs. Mr. Day's (small) 1 lbs. 4 ozs.… | ||
| Scan114 | Order document for a new type grease gun, brass nipples, and grease cartridges. | ||
| View original record | ORDER OFFICE. X3898 210702 AN. 24020 23. 4. 21 T B Andre & Co Putney, Pte London Attn: Mr Whitehead 1 New Type Grease Gun 36 Nipples 1/8" Gio Brass 2 Grease Cartridges | ||
| Scan115 | Cover letter requesting criticism on a grease gun received from T.B. Andre & Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | x 3898. Hs. x3898 Wd/Ms9/FJ25.4.21. Re Grease Gun. We attach hereto copy of letter we have received from T.B.Andre & Co.Ltd. ref.-VAT/ACT dated 21st inst. We also send you herewith grease gun etc.… | ||
| Scan116 | Letter from T.B. Andre & Co. regarding an improved pressure lubrication outfit with a new grease cartridge system. | ||
| View original record | Copy of letter received from:- T.B. ANDRE & CO. LIMITED, 5, Dering Street, New Bond Street, LONDON, W.1. Ref.-VAT/ACT. 21st April, 1921. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Limited, Nightingale Road, Derby. Dear… | ||
| Scan117 | Attaching letters from Ernest H. Hill Ltd. and Rotherham & Sons, Ltd. and requesting the return of samples. | ||
| View original record | x3898 Extension Number 145 Wd/Ms15/FJ4.5.21. . Hs. We attach hereto copies of letters received from Messrs. Ernest H. Hill Ltd., Sheffield and Rotherham & Sons, Ltd. Coventry, both dated 3rd inst.… | ||
| Scan118 | Letter from Ernest H. Hill, Limited regarding patented Grease Injector samples. | ||
| View original record | Copy of letter received from:- Ernest H. Hill, Limited, Beta Works, 56, Broomhall Street, Sheffield. Ref.No.-M/EHH. 3rd May,1921. Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd., DERBY. Gentlemen, FOR THE ATTENTION OF… | ||
| Scan119 | Copy of a letter from Rotherham & Sons Ltd. chasing the dispatch of a sample grease pump and connections required for a patent. | ||
| View original record | Copy of letter received from:- Rotherham & Sons, Ltd., Coventry. Ref.-AB/NGB. 3-5-21. Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, D E R B Y. Dear Sirs, With further reference to our letter of the 29th… | ||
| Scan120 | Issues with rear spring shackle lubrication and proposing the consideration of an improved method. | ||
| View original record | BY. from EP. c. to HS. c. to Da. c. to E. 'X 3898 EP13/F10.5.21. X.2628 X.3898 SPRING SHACKLE LUBRICATION X 433 I again wish to bring forward for consideration the necessity of some improved method of… | ||
| Scan121 | The difficulty of forcing grease through shackles with existing lubricators and a proposed solution. | ||
| View original record | contd. -2- we are unable to force the grease through the shackles by the present lubricators, as although we can force home the lubricator cap we find that most of it leaks past the thread and any air… | ||
| Scan122 | Pressure-fed grease caps and lubricators, comparing the U.S.A. 'Alemite' system with samples from various UK suppliers. | ||
| View original record | X3598 To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to BN. c. to E. c. to Da. c. to BY. c. to EWT. for R.R. Inc. X.4337 X.3598 PRESSURE FED GREASE CAPS AND LUBRICATORS. We have been endeavouring to obtain Lubricators… | ||
| Scan123 | Report evaluating pressure-fed grease lubrication systems, including the 'Alemite' system and samples from various suppliers. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- to the present, the price we have paid for the grease gun and 36 connections has been three dollars. To take full advantage of the pressure-fed grease, the lubrication holes in the spring… | ||
| Scan124 | Recommendation to standardise the 'Alemite' lubrication system after fitting it to an experimental car. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -3- Hs2/LG11.5.21. present recommend it for standardisation. "We are fitting up an Experimental car with the "Alemite" system of lubrication in which we have arranged the lubricating holes so… | ||
| Scan125 | Covering letter forwarding correspondence from Messrs. T.P. Andre & Co. Ltd. regarding a sample T.A.P. Lubrication Outfit. | ||
| View original record | Hs. X3898 Wd/Msl/FJ30.5.21. RECEIVED 30 MAY 1921 We attach hereto copy of letter we have received from Messrs. T.P. Andre & Co. Ltd. ref.-VAT/ACT, dated 27th inst. with reference to the sample T.A.P.… | ||
| Scan126 | Letter from T.B. Andre & Co. regarding the testing of a T.A.R. Lubrication Outfit and its potential standardisation. | ||
| View original record | Copy of letter received from:- T.B.ANDRE & CO.LIMITED, AUTOMOBILE COMPONENTS, 5, DERING STREET, NEW BOND STREET, LONDON, W.1. Ref.-VAT/ACT. 27th May, 1921. Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road,… | ||
| Scan127 | Comparative analysis of Rimtco and Alemite lubricators and nipples. | ||
| View original record | X3898 Extract from OY1/G3.6.21. X.3764. (AO) RIMTCO LUBRICATORS. X.3898 X.4337. These are supplied complete with gun. They are better than the Alemite in being easier to handle and the nipples not… | ||
| Scan128 | Centralized grease pressure system for quick vehicle lubrication compared to standard grease cups. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235a (100 T) (S.H. 798. 10-12-20) G. 2048 contd. -2- into which a car can be driven and greased throughout from hose connections connected with a central "grease pressure system" in two or three… | ||
| Scan129 | Cover memo forwarding a copy of a letter and samples received from Messrs. Brown Bros. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | X3898 By. [Handwritten] Mr W let us have this + get his comments on it [Handwritten] Wd/Ms4/FJ6.7.21. [Handwritten] By We attach hereto copy of letter we have received from Messrs.Brown Bros. Ltd.… | ||
| Scan130 | Letter from Brown Brothers Limited regarding a sample of a valve stem lubricator. | ||
| View original record | Copy of letter received from:- BROWN BROTHERS LIMITED, BROWN'S BUILDINGS, GREAT EASTERN STREET, LONDON, E.C.2. Ref.-40/B/R.40. July 5th, 1921. Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, Osmaston,… | ||
| Scan131 | Request for particulars about the Myers System of Lubrication. | ||
| View original record | Wor. from Hs. X3898 Hs5/LG18.7.21. MYERS SYSTEM OF LUBRICATION. Referring to the attached note from CJ. ref. CJ24/E13.7.21 and letter from Major Critchley re. the above. We have no information in… | ||
| Scan132 | Promotional leaflet and tear-off order form for the 'Ex-a-gun' forced lubrication system. | ||
| View original record | ORDER FORM. Ex-a-gun FORCED LUBRICATION SYSTEM To ___________ Date ___________ Standard "Ex-a-Gun" Terminal. Full Size. Saves Money every time. Supply ________ complete "Ex-a-Gun" Outfit with… | ||
| Scan133 | Promotional leaflet for the 'Ex-a-gun' forced lubrication system, listing parts, prices, and complete outfits. | ||
| View original record | Positively forces grease under a pressure of 500 lbs to the sq. inch. Ex-a-gun FORCED LUBRICATION SYSTEM LIST PRICES OF PARTS. (All male and female connections screwed 1/8" Gas Threads). POLISHED… | ||
| Scan134 | Sales letter from Ex-a-gun Ltd. detailing their forced lubrication system and grease terminals. | ||
| View original record | X 3898 Telegrams: "EXAGUNLIM, PICCY, LONDON." Code: A.B.C. 5th Edition. Telephone: GERRARD 7711. FORCES GREASE. UNDER A PRESSURE OF 500 LBS. TO THE SQUARE INCH, INTO EVERY CREVICE. ANY RATE OF THREAD… | ||
| Scan135 | Letter from an automobile component supplier regarding a sample T.A.B. Grease Gun Lubricating System sent for testing. | ||
| View original record | TRADE & EXPORT ONLY. TELEGRAMS; 'OVANTIS, WESDO, LONDON.' CABLE CODE; A.B.C. 5TH EDITION. ESTABLISHED 1903. BRANCHES: PARIS & NEW YORK. TELEPHONE MAYFAIR 2542 (2 LINES). From T. B. Andre & Co. Ltd… | ||
| Scan136 | Page two of a letter from T.B. Andre & Co. Ltd. regarding a quotation for equipment. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - your criticisms and report on the outfit, and should you be further interested in the matter, we should be glad to quote for the equipment on receipt of full particulars and specifications as to… | ||
| Scan137 | Returning a loaned flexible connection for a T.A.B. Grease Gun to be replaced with an improved model. | ||
| View original record | X3898 BP. from Hs. c. to Stores. Hs9/LG10.7.22. We are sending into the Stores - 1 flexible connection for T.A.B. Grease Gun. We wish this to be returned to - T.B. Andre & Co.Ltd., 5 Dering Street,… | ||
| Scan138 | Letter regarding a broken grease gun received for testing and a request for a replacement. | ||
| View original record | Y8898 HBS/LG. 10th. July 1922. T.B. Andre & Co. Ltd., 3 Dering Street, New Bond Street, London W.1. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Trier. With reference to the Grease Gun which you kindly send to… | ||
| Scan139 | Design and features of a T.A.B. grease gun. | ||
| View original record | Mr. Hives from GWH. X3898 20.7.22. T.A.B. GREASE GUN. The milled grip on this barrel is much better to hold than the two-finger grips provided in the gun. We consider the handle is too short - the… | ||
| Scan140 | T.A.B. spring grip type grease or oil gun, detailing its specifications and usage. | ||
| View original record | Mr. Hives from GWH. Y3898 20.7.22. REPORT ON T.A.B. GREASE OR OIL GUN. Spring grip type. Barrel 4 1/2" long 1.843"dia. Screw 18thds per inch 7/16 dia. Weight empty 2 lbs. 4 ozs. Flexible tubing is a… | ||
| Scan141 | Letter from Joseph Kaye & Sons Ltd acknowledging an order for Cans and holders. | ||
| View original record | X3898 CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT, INDIAN STATE RAILWAYS, &C. TELEGRAMS, WEDGE, LEEDS. LOCKENCAN, LONDON. 93 HIGH HOLBORN LONDON. W.C.1. W. K. KAYE, M.I.MECH.E., CHAIRMAN OF DIRECTORS. TELEPHONES:… | ||
| Scan142 | Reprint from 'THE AUTOCAR' magazine detailing the new Kaye miniature pattern oil can. | ||
| View original record | REPRINTED FROM "THE AUTOCAR" - 14th January 1922 Novel and Useful Accessories for the Car Owner SMALL BUT USEFUL " For supplying oil to the small lubricators of "magnetos, dynamos, or starting motors,… | ||
| Scan143 | Request to Messrs. Kaye & Sons, Ltd. for three sample Force-Feed Oilcans for testing. | ||
| View original record | Ref.-Wd/GEAG/FJ17822. 17th August, 1922. Messrs.Kaye & Sons,Ltd., Leeds. Dear Sirs, We should be glad to receive from you three sample Force-Feed Oilcans, complete with Holders as advertised, for… | ||
| Scan144 | Request to obtain three Force-Feed Oil Cans from Messrs Kaye & Sons for the Goshawk II Tool Kit. | ||
| View original record | Wd. MS BY/C11/H. 15. 8. 22. GOSHAWK II. TOOL KIT. For Goshawk II Tool Kit, we should like to have something very much different to the Oil Syringe as supplied with the 40/50. Chassis Tool Kit, and… | ||
| Scan145 | Request for three Force-Feed Oil Guns from Messrs Kaye & Sons for the Goshawk II tool kit. | ||
| View original record | Duplicate. BY/C11/H. 15. 8. 22. Wd. GOSHAWK II. TOOL KIT. For Goshawk II Tool Kit, we should like to have something very much different to the Oil Syringe as supplied with the 40/50.Chassis Tool Kit,… | ||
| Scan146 | Requesting a formal requisition for 3 oil cans and holders obtained for the Experimental Dept. | ||
| View original record | X3898 Hs. Wd/CEA1/FJ2.11.22. In August last we obtained at By's request, 3 Oil Cans and Holders from Jos.Kaye, Ltd., Leeds, and we understand from By. that you have decided to keep these for use in… | ||
| Scan147 | The retention and charging of three oil cans from Jos. Kay Ltd. for use on experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | X3898. Wd. from Hs. Hs2/LG16.11.22. With reference to the three Oil Cans submitted by Jos. Kay Ltd. Leeds. We propose keeping these for use on experimental cars. Will you please charge them up to… | ||
| Scan148 | Evaluation of the 'Ex-a-gun' lubricating system for potential standardization. | ||
| View original record | X389F H3/TB/18.11.22 S/W. Hs. from H. Re:- Ex-a-gun, Limited, 47, Victoria St., London, S.W. 1. The Ex-a-gun, which you may probably know, is an English form of the "Enot" lubricating system. Mr.… | ||
| Scan149 | Clarifying the British origin of the Enots Lubricator and comparing it to the 'Ex-a-gun'. | ||
| View original record | X3898 Hm. from Hs. Hs3/LG20.11.22. Re. Ex-a-gun. X3898 X4400 Referring to your H3/TB/18.11.22. We should like to correct your impression that the Enots Lubricators are American. The Enot Lubricator is… | ||
| Scan150 | British origin of the 'Enots' scheme' and the examination of an 'Ex-a-gun'. | ||
| View original record | Y3898 H5/TB/22.11.22 S/W Hs. from H. Re:- Ex-a-gun. I am obliged for your Hs5/LG20.11.22, and for the information that the Enots' scheme is British. I cannot think why I thought it was American. When… | ||
| Scan151 | Evaluation of an 'Ex-a-gun' outfit, which was found to be inferior to the existing scheme and was subsequently returned. | ||
| View original record | W/S. H. from Hs. X3898 Hs2/LG23.11.22. Ex-a-gun. X3898. We have examined the Ex-a-gun outfit you sent to us and do not consider it as good as the present scheme we are using. In the first place, the… | ||
| Scan152 | Sending an 'Ex-a-gun' and parts to the stores, with instructions for their return after trial. | ||
| View original record | Y/3898 BP. from Hs. C. to Chat. Hs3/LG23.11.22. We are sending into the Stores - 1 Ex-a-gun and bag of connections - also a Nozzle. Will you please have these returned to R-R Conduit Street -… | ||
| Scan153 | Suitability of the Prima Automatic Grease Gun. | ||
| View original record | Y3898 BY. from Hs. Hsl/LG7.12.22. PRIMA AUTOMATIC GREASE GUN. Referring to the attached letter and leaflet. We do not consider this scheme practicable for customers use. It might be considered useful… | ||
| Scan154 | Sample Partridge Grease Gun and Spigots sent for testing and criticism. | ||
| View original record | X.3898 ROY/CEA10/FJ13.2.23. RECEIVED FEB 14 1923 Hs. c to By. We send you herewith 1 sample Partridge Grease Gun and a few Spigots, and later they will send to us some new Covers for Spigots. The Gun… | ||
| Scan155 | Patent Spring Cover for Grease Spigots for use with the Partridge Grease Gun. | ||
| View original record | Hs. C. to By. (HJD) X3898 ROY/GEA1/FJ17/2/23. Reverting to our memo.--ROY/GEA10/FJ13.2.23, we now send you herewith 1 patent Spring Cover for Grease Spigots for use in connection with the Partridge… | ||
| Scan156 | Letter from Partridges Limited regarding a sample of a patent Spring Cover for Grease Spigots. | ||
| View original record | Copy of letter received from:- PARTRIDGES LIMITED, NORTHWOOD STREET, BIRMINGHAM. Our Ref.-W.J.P. Your Ref.-Wd/GEA21/FJ. February 13th,1923. Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, Derby. Dear Sirs,… | ||
| Scan157 | The unsatisfactory testing of a Partridge grease gun and lubricators. | ||
| View original record | ROY. from Hs. X3898 Hs4/LG8.3.23. PARTRIDGE GREASE GUN. Referring to your Roy/GEAL/FJ17.2.23. We have tested these lubricators and do not find them as satisfactory as the present guns we are using.… | ||
| Scan158 | Request to test a sample 'Jiffy' Grease Gun with nipples and adapters from the Omnia Utility Co. | ||
| View original record | Hs. X/3898 ROY/GEA11/FJ.13/3/23. The Omnia Utility Co. have, at our request, supplied sample "Jiffy" Grease Gun together with a number of Nipples and Adapters to enable us to carry out tests with… | ||
| Scan159 | Request to test a 'Jiffy' Grease Gun and sample nipple against the existing 'Enots' Grease Gun. | ||
| View original record | X3898 Hs. ROY/GEA15/FJ.18/4/23. Herewith 1 "Jiffy" Grease Gun & sample Nipple supplied by The Andrews Crankshaft & Cylinder Co., Birmingham. Will you kindly test this against the "Enots" Grease Gun we… | ||
| Scan160 | Unsuitability of a 'Jiffy' Grease Gun and Nipple and instructing its return to the supplier. | ||
| View original record | Roy. from Hs. c. to BP. c. to Chat. Y3898 Hs4/LG25. 5. 23. Referring to your Roy/GEA15/FJ18.4.23. re. 'Jiffy' Grease Gun and Nipple supplied by The Andrews Crankshaft & Cylinder Co., Birmingham. We… | ||
| Scan161 | Replacing the oil syringe with a Lucas No.40 Oiler in the 40/50 tool kit and a subsequent customer complaint. | ||
| View original record | X3898 BY. c. to Hs. EP/Thn3/Hl3.6.23. 40/50 Tool Kit and Oil Syringe and Lucas No.40 Oiler. Commencing Chassis No. 16-YG and onwards, instructions are issued for the oil syringe in the tool kit to be… | ||
| Scan162 | Letter from The British Piston Ring Co. Ltd. introducing a new wick-feed Shackle Bolt and lift-lid Oiler. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: COVENTRY 1214 1215. CABLES: { A B C, 5TH EDITION. MARCONI INTERNATIONAL. } TELEGRAMS: PISTORINGS COVENTRY PISTON RINGS, GUDGEON PINS, BRICO TRADE MARK SHACKLE BOLTS, GREASERS. THE BRITISH… | ||
| Scan163 | Advertisement for a BRICO shackle bolt lubrication system. | ||
| View original record | BRICO SHACKLE BOLT LUBRICATION SUPERSEDES THE GREASE GUN. The only system which ensures the oil getting all round the bolt. WRITE AT ONCE FOR PARTICULARS THE BRITISH PISTON RING CO LTD COVENTRY… | ||
| Scan164 | Testing of a Tecalemit Grease Gun and system. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from ROY. ------------ X3898 ROY7/MG14.9.23 ------------ Herewith Tecalemit Grease Gun, together with small tin of lubricant, patent filling device, and a selection of Grease Plugs. Also copy of… | ||
| Scan165 | Letter from R.A. Chalmers regarding a sample Tecalemit Grease Gun and plugs sent for testing. | ||
| View original record | C o p y 36, Redcliffe Road, London S.W.10 21.8.23 Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. Derby. Dear Sirs:- I have your letter of the 17th inst., and have pleasure in sending you, by the same post a sample… | ||
| Scan166 | Letter proposing the Tecalemit System of High Pressure Grease Lubrication for introduction and manufacture. | ||
| View original record | Copy 36, Redcliffe Road, London S.W.10 Messrs. Rolls Royce. Derby. Dear Sirs, I beg to draw your attention to the Tecalemit System of High Pressure Grease Lubrication, which is used almost exclusively… | ||
| Scan167 | Returning a Técalémit Grease Gun and a tin of grease as it is not considered worth testing. | ||
| View original record | Roy. from Hs. X 3898 Hsl/LG15.9.23. We return herewith with thanks the Técalémit Grease Gun and tin of grease. We do not consider this is worth testing. Hs. | ||
| Scan168 | Standardisation of lubricators on axle brake brackets to make them more accessible. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 755 (10M) (SL 72 18-7-23) MP 274954s. X 3898 Completed 26-10-23 STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Description of Parts. LUBRICATORS ON AXLE BRAKE BRACKETS. Origin To make them more accessible.… | ||
| Scan169 | Necessary adjustments for the accessibility of lubricators on the E.A.C.-111 chassis. | ||
| View original record | Y3898 To E.H. from Hs. c. to Da. Mr anil & Da Hs1/LG30.11.23. ACCESSIBILITY OF LUBRICATORS ON E.A.C.-111. Pivot pins - lubricators will have to be at right angles, also detachable to enable cap to be… | ||
| Scan170 | Inquiring about issues with grease caps falling off experimental and other cars at the works. | ||
| View original record | X3898 To Hs. from BJ. c. to EH. BJ/Py3/D14.12.23. Re: Grease Caps. Please let me know if you are having any trouble on experimental or other cars at the Works with caps falling off the grease holes to… | ||
| Scan171 | Issues with grease caps falling off Enots Lubricators and the resolution with a new design. | ||
| View original record | To BJ. from Hm. C. to Hs. X 3898 Hm/WW12/W18.12.23. Re Grease Caps. Your BJ/Py3/D14.12.23. As far as repair cars are concerned, we have in the past had considerable trouble with the caps falling off… | ||
| Scan172 | Evaluation of a Teclaemit lubrication gun and nipples seen on a Lorraine-Deitritch vehicle at a show. | ||
| View original record | To HS. from DA/EV. X3898 DA/EV2/M12. 2. 24. RE. TECLAEMIT. X. 3898 No doubt you saw this at the Show. We came across it on the Lorraine-Deitritch, and enclose one of the pumps and some nipples. We… | ||
| Scan173 | Report from France about lubricators on front spring leather covers fouling the undershields due to insufficient clearance. | ||
| View original record | To BY: from Hs. c. to E. X3898 Hs9/LG15:6.25. 9-G-III 93-NK - LUBRICATORS. X5840 We have had a report from France in connection with 9-G-111 to say that the lubricator on the leather covers at the… | ||
| Scan174 | Recommending the adoption of Enots super grease guns with a high pressure attachment. | ||
| View original record | 43888 To EY. from Hs. Hs4/LG1.9.25. ENOTS GREASE GUNS. +4400 In our note Hs1/LG19.5.24.we stated that R. recommended we should adopt the Enots super grease gun with high pressure attachment. At the… | ||
| Scan175 | The positioning of the Lucas Oiler on a 40/50 HP Chassis following a 250-mile test run. | ||
| View original record | 43898 BY. c. Hs. c. MK. Hs EP7/H28.5.26. RECEIVED 22 MAY 1926 re. 40/50 HP. Chassis. Position of Lucas Oiler. A special note of the above was taken during a recent 250 miles run with a new car on… | ||
| Scan176 | Sample high-pressure grease gun from The Aston Chain & Hook Company, Ltd, with operating instructions. | ||
| View original record | X3898 Hs. from ROY. ROY4/MG17.1.27 Mr. Williams, of The Aston Chain & Hook Company,Ltd advises that he has decided not to proceed with bulk manufacture of his High Pressure Grease Gun, as he feels it… | ||
| Scan177 | Comparing sample oilers from two different suppliers, Benton & Stone Ltd. and Jos. Lucas Ltd. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Ltd. x3898. ROY/GEA.8/EB.5.11.31. LUCAS NO.40 OILERS. 4/2 each We have obtained sample Oilers from Messrs. Benton & Stone, Ltd. and Messrs. Jos. Lucas Ltd. The former would cost us 2s/11 1/2d. each… | ||
| Scan178 | Oilers for a chassis kit and requesting a report on samples due to low stock. | ||
| View original record | x3898. Hs/Lid. ROY/GEA4/WM.12.11.31. Oilers for Chassis Kit. We confirm our memo ROY/GEA.8/EB.5.11.31, and should be glad to have your report on the sample Oilers as early as possible, as our stock of… | ||
| Scan179 | Standardisation of chassis parts, specifically the Enots Autolub Grease Gun No. 5A. | ||
| View original record | RR 798 (10M) (19120. 13-10-31) BM. 3/7568. 20/25 HP and P.II COMPLETED 5.2.32. STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Description of Parts. M/R Enots Autolub Grease Gun No. 5A. Origin. To replace the large… | ||
| Scan180 | Standardisation form for a new chassis part. | ||
| View original record | STANDARDISATION OF CHASSIS PARTS Description of Part Drawing No. X Material Which chassis Drg No. on Object: To replace on large group chassis Experimental Report The number of the first chassis on… | ||
| Scan181 | Standardisation proposal for eliminating the Kay's No. 81 Oil Can due to the installation of an automatic chassis lubrication system. | ||
| View original record | RR 78B (10M) (19120. 13-10-31) BM. S/93898 V.3898/20/25 HP. and P.II. COMPLETED 16.2.32. STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Description of Parts. Kay's No. 81. Oil Can. Origin. To replace the Lucas… | ||
| Scan182 | The standardisation of chassis parts, specifically to replace existing Lucas Motor Horns. | ||
| View original record | STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Date 6.1.32 COMMENCED 11.9.04. C.S.R. Drawing No. Xmas Card '31 No. D. 119 Origin: To replace existing Lucas Motor Horns. Experimental Test Report No. The number of… | ||