Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| Scan001 | Sending a petrol level indicator back to Messrs. Claudel Hobson after testing. | ||
| View original record | To BP. from Hs./Rn. c. to Mt. Y4038 Hs/Rn/LG5.7.26. We are sending into the Stores for despatch to Messrs. Claudel Hobson :- 'For the attention of Mr. Davy'. 1 Petrol level Indicator. This was loaned… | ||
| Scan002 | Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. confirming readiness to proceed with sample gauges upon receipt of specifications. | ||
| View original record | Y4058 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: VICTORIA 4670. (4… | ||
| Scan003 | Letter to H. M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding a delay in developing a dashboard reading petrol gauge. | ||
| View original record | Y40358 c. to Hs. Rg2/W 19 July 1926. Messrs. H. M. Hobson, Ltd., 27 & 29, Vauxhall Bridge Rd., LONDON, S.W.1. Attention of Mr. B. A. Davey. Dear Sirs, We regret that nothing has developed with regard… | ||
| Scan004 | Internal order request for one complete Hobson Telegauge from Messrs. Claudel Hobson. | ||
| View original record | Wa/Dn. from Hs/Rn. X4038 Hs/Rm5/LG8.11.26. Will you please order for us from Messrs. Claudel Hobson :- 1 complete Hobson Telegauge - price 15/6d. Hs/Rn. | ||
| Scan005 | Request for the results of experiments on a dashboard-affixed Claudel-Hobson petrol gauge. | ||
| View original record | S/W Y&S X4038 V7081 C6/C12.11.26. Claudel-Hobson Petrol Gauge. I understand that you are experimenting with the Claudel-Hobson type of petrol gauge which has the dial affixed to the dashboard. Will… | ||
| Scan006 | Request for information regarding an erratically behaving 'King Seeley' petrol gauge. | ||
| View original record | X4038 Expl: Dept: Hs/Rml/LG. 18th. Nov. 1926. Messrs. Claudel Hobson Ltd., 27-29 Vauxhall Bridge Rd., Lodnon S.W.1. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Davey. We are now trying out the 'King Seeley'… | ||
| Scan007 | Letter from H.M. Hobson concerning an erratically behaving Hobson K-S Petrol Telegage instrument. | ||
| View original record | X4038 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: VICTORIA 4670. (4… | ||
| Scan008 | Page 2 of a letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding the installation and trial of gauges on a 20 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., Date 19.11.26. Page 2 telephone, the writer wishes to visit you at an early date, with our expert who is dealing with these installations, to make sure that the set which we… | ||
| Scan009 | Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the fitting and calibration of parts for a 20 HP experimental car's petrol tank. | ||
| View original record | X4038 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: VICTORIA 4670, (4… | ||
| Scan010 | Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the trial and calibration of fuel gauges for a 40/50 HP car. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Rolls-Royce,Ltd., Date 25.11.26. Page 2 We would ask you to bear in mind during the trial of these gauges as at present installed, that the tanks should not be filled to the very top of the… | ||
| Scan011 | Performance of Claudel Hobson petrol gauges fitted to Phantom and 20 HP cars. | ||
| View original record | To C. from Hs. Y389T X4038 Hs3/LG29.11.26. CLAUDEL HOBSON PETROL GAUGE. C6/C12.11.26. We have two gauges of this make fitted to our cars - one on the Phantom and one on the 20 HP. We had some trouble… | ||
| Scan012 | Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding Hobson K-S Telegage service or correction sheets for 'Phantom' and 20 HP cars. | ||
| View original record | 46038 74038 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: VICTORIA… | ||
| Scan013 | Asking for an opinion on the newly manufactured King Seeley Petrol Level Indicator. | ||
| View original record | X3895 X4038 To OY. from Hs. Hs5/LG24.12.26. PETROL LEVEL INDICATOR. What is your opinion of the King Seeley Petrol Level Indicator which can be fitted on to the instrument board? This has just been… | ||
| Scan014 | Test report on the Hobson K-S petrol level indicator fitted to experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c. to BJ. Wor. c. to RG. E. c. to DA. BY. Y3796 X4038 Hs1/LG24.12.26. HOBSON K-S PETROL LEVEL INDICATOR. We are running on two of the experimental cars (one Phantom and one 20 HP.) a… | ||
| Scan015 | Alteration to the instrument board for the 10-EX Sports Phantom, specifically the dimensions for an oval petrol gauge. | ||
| View original record | To DA/EV. from Hs/Rm. Y3-870 X4038 Hs/Rm5/LG30.12.26. 10-EX SPORTS PHANTOM. X8774 We would like you to consider an alteration to the instrument board of 10-EX in order to incorporate a revolution… | ||
| Scan016 | Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. inquiring about calibrating a new model fuel tank and the potential for a custom dashboard gauge. | ||
| View original record | Y220# X4038 Expl: Dept: Hs/Rm4/LG. 30th. Dec. 1926. Messrs. H.M.Hobson Ltd., 29-31, Vauxhall Bridge Rd., London S.W.1. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Major Searight. With reference to your letter of… | ||
| Scan017 | Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the calibration of a Hobson K-S Petrol Telegage and unsatisfactory instrument masks for the Phantom model. | ||
| View original record | X4038 X38996 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: VICTORIA… | ||
| Scan018 | Letter discussing the design and production of gauge masks for a 20-gallon fuel tank. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., Date 31. 12. 26. Page 2 masks which were done here, too many figures were put on the scale, and gave it the appearance of being difficult to read. To illustrate the sort of… | ||
| Scan019 | Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding a fuel tank modification and a sample mask for a 40/50 HP car. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., Date 31. 12. 26. Page 3 would have to be hand-made, and it is almost essential for us to retain standard parts for the time being at any rate. The question of providing for… | ||
| Scan020 | Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the design, specifications, and fitting of a K-S Telegage. | ||
| View original record | X 4038 [Crossed out text: X2970] Expl: Dept: 1st. Jan. 1927 Hs/Rml/LG. Messrs. H.M.Hobson Ltd., 29-31 Vauxhall Bridge Rd., London S.W.1. Dear Sirs, With reference to your letter of the 31st. ult. We… | ||
| Scan021 | The despatch of K-S Telegage parts to Messrs. H.M. Hobson Ltd. | ||
| View original record | To BP. from Hs. c. to Mt. X3890 X4038 Hs/Rm2/LGL.1.27. We are sending into the Stores for despatch to Messrs. H.M. Hobson Ltd., 29-31 Vauxhall Bridge Rd., London S.W.1. 2 faces and 1 bezel - for a K-S… | ||
| Scan022 | Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. apologising for a delayed response and requesting to postpone a matter until the following day. | ||
| View original record | X4038 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: VICTORIA 4670. (4… | ||
| Scan023 | Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. arranging to fit a Hobson K-S Telegage and dash-board unit to a car. | ||
| View original record | CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: VICTORIA 4670, (4… | ||
| Scan024 | Correspondence from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the Hobson K-S Telegage, discussing fitting arrangements and pricing for an improved gauge. | ||
| View original record | Y4038 /S.896 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: VICTORIA… | ||
| Scan025 | Page 2 of a letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. detailing a price reduction on gauges. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., Date 6. 1. 27. Page 2 per gauge in 500 lots, bringing the price to 30/- each in place of £1. Assuring you at all times of our best attention, We remain, dear Sirs, Yours… | ||
| Scan026 | Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the supply, fitting, and design of a fuel gauge for a 40/50 HP car. | ||
| View original record | Expl: Dept: 44038 8th. Jan. 1927 HS/Rm1/LG. Messrs. H.M.Hobson Ltd., 29-31 Vauxhall Bridge Rd., London S.W.1. Dear Sirs, With reference to your letter of the 6th.inst. We have now decided that perhaps… | ||
| Scan027 | Letter to H.M. Hobson Co. Ltd. regarding an objection to the oval case of the King Seeley Petrol Gauge and requesting a new rectangular design. | ||
| View original record | Y4038 HS/RmL/LG. Expl: Dept: 14th. Jan. 1927 Messrs. H.M. Hobson Co. Ltd., 27-29 Vauxhall Bridge Rd., London S.W.1. Dear Sirs, Our Sales people have objected to the oval case of the King Seeley Petrol… | ||
| Scan028 | Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. discussing the installation of a Hobson K-S Telegage and requesting a tank drawing. | ||
| View original record | CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. X4038 TELEPHONE: VICTORIA 4670, (4… | ||
| Scan029 | Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. discussing the disposition of an overflow pipe and gauge face dimensions. | ||
| View original record | Messrs.Rolls-Royce, Ltd., Date 10. 1. 27. Page 2 unit, owing to the height of side filler etc., Mr. Davey will also come to an agreement with you with regard to the disposition of the overflow pipe.… | ||
| Scan030 | Inter-office inquiry regarding the King Seeley Petrol Level Indicator. | ||
| View original record | RRA26 20m-11-26 58609 INTER-OFFICE CORRESPONDENCE ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. S/W ACR-3291 X4038 P087 RECEIVED January 17, 1927 WHF RECEIVED R.O. Received Rolls-Royce, Ltd. Derby,… | ||
| Scan031 | Inquiry from the American branch to the English branch regarding a King Seeley Petrol Level Indicator. | ||
| View original record | ACR-3291 January 17, 1927 Rolls-Royce, Ltd. Derby, England. Gentlemen:- Mr. Hives has inquired about King Seeley Petrol Level Indicator but so far as we can learn it is manufactured in England only.… | ||
| Scan032 | Inquiry from Rolls-Royce of America to the UK regarding particulars for the King Seeley Petrol Level Indicator. | ||
| View original record | ACR-3291 January 17, 1927 Rolls-Royce, Ltd. Derby, England. Gentlemen:- Mr. Hives has inquired about King Seeley Petrol Level Indicator but so far as we can learn it is manufactured in England only.… | ||
| Scan033 | Letter from the American branch to the UK branch regarding fuel level indicators. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. 44038 Y3896 Oy5-E-11827 January 18th, 1927 Mr. E. W. Hives, Rolls-Royce, Ltd., Derby, England. Re Fuel Level Indicator Dear Mr. Hives: We have written… | ||
| Scan034 | Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. enclosing a blueprint showing five samples of dashboard units for the Hobson K-S Telegage. | ||
| View original record | X4038 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: VICTORIA 4670, (4… | ||
| Scan035 | Blueprint showing five different designs for the Hobson K.S. Telegage fuel gauge. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten Annotations: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Text on each gauge: HOBSON K.S. TELEGAGE GALLS LITRES 20 - 90 18 - 80 16 - 70 14 - 60 12 - 50 10 - 40 8 - 30 6 - 20 4 - 10 2 - 0 0 PAT. 179966. PAT. 203769. PAT.… | ||
| Scan036 | Selecting the best K.S. Telegage face from blueprints provided by Claudel Hobson for an instrument board. | ||
| View original record | To C. from Hs/Rm. 44038 Hs/Rml/LG20.1.27. K.S. TELEGAGE. We understand from Messrs. Claudel Hobson that they have today sent you a blueprint shewing various types of faces, one of which they wish us… | ||
| Scan037 | Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding parts for a King Seeley Petrol Gauge for a 10 HP Fiat car. | ||
| View original record | X4038 V-5296 Hsl/LG. Expl: Dept: 20th. Jan . 1927. Messrs. H.M.Hobson Ltd., 27-29 Vauxhall Bridge Rd., London S.W.1. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Davey. I dare say you remember Mr. Elliott who… | ||
| Scan038 | Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. acknowledging receipt of a letter and confirming they have written to Mr. A.G. Elliott regarding a Hobson K-S Telegage. | ||
| View original record | f4038 X 7896 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: VICTORIA… | ||
| Scan039 | Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the fitting position of a Hobson Telegage for a 40/50 HP car. | ||
| View original record | X4038 Hs/Rm4/LG. Expl: Dept: 27th. Jan. 1927. Messrs. H.M.Hobson Ltd., 27-29 Vauxhall Bridge Rd., London S.W.1. Dear Sirs, Hobson Telegage. With reference to the telegage for the 40/50 HP. car. We… | ||
| Scan040 | The King Seeley (K-S) petrol level indicator, discussing its performance, calibration, and potential improvements. | ||
| View original record | X4038 F3096 To CY. from Hs. Hs8/LGL.2.27. K-S PETROL LEVEL INDICATOR. Attached herewith are particulars of the King Seeley petrol gauge. Searight brought it back from America last year. Our experience… | ||
| Scan041 | The testing of a Hobson K-S petrol level indicator on two experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c. to BJ. Wor. c. to RG. E. c. to DA. BY. Hs1/LG24.12.26. HOBSON K-S PETROL LEVEL INDICATOR. We are running on two of the experimental cars (one Phantom and one 20 HP.) a petrol level… | ||
| Scan042 | The design and calibration of a Claudel Hobson dash board petrol gauge. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Hs. *4038 CWB1/GM/5-2-27. Claudel Hobson dash board petrol gauge. We have been discussing the exact form of the dash board part of this instrument with Messrs. Hobson for the past 10 days and… | ||
| Scan043 | Letter to Messrs. H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding carburettor tests, a telegage unit for a 20 HP car, and delays with a 40/50 HP car. | ||
| View original record | X 4038 Expl: Dept. Hs/Rm2/LG. 12th. Feb. 1927. Messrs. H.M.Hobson Ltd., 29-31 Vauxhall Bridge Rd., London S.W.1. Dear Sirs, With reference to your letter of the 11th.inst. We have not completed our… | ||
| Scan044 | Blueprint detailing the calibration of a Goshawk petrol tank. | ||
| View original record | PETROL TANK CALIBRATION [GOSHAWK] F 54711 5.400 GALLONS 1/2 GALLONS 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 11.675 10.550 9.720 8.900 8.125 7.400 6.640 5.875 5.200 4.525 3.750 2.950 2.160 1.142 1.675 2.575… | ||
| Scan045 | Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding a discrepancy with a Telegage unit for a 20 HP car. | ||
| View original record | CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. Y4058 TELEPHONE: VICTORIA 4670. (4… | ||
| Scan046 | Page 2 of a letter from H. M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding 40/50 tank calibration. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. Date 14/2/27. Page 2. certain it is correct. However we await your remarks regarding this. With reference to the 40/50 tank calibration, we think your suggestion of… | ||
| Scan047 | Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the calibration of a tank and a discrepancy found due to a sump alteration. | ||
| View original record | X4038 Expl: Dept: Hs/Rm2/LG. 16th. Feb. 1927. Messrs. H.M. Hobson Ltd., 27-29 Vauxhall Bridge Rd., London S.W.1. Dear Sirs, With reference to the discrepancy between Major Searight's tank and the one… | ||
| Scan048 | Calibration chart for a Goshawk engine petrol tank. | ||
| View original record | 5.400, STANDARD FITTINGS, F50983, PETROL TANK CALIBRATION [GOSHAWK], F54711, GALLONS, 1/2 GALLONS, 14, 13, 12, 11, 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, 11.675, 10.550, 9.720, 8.900, 8.125, 7.400, 6.640,… | ||
| Scan049 | Letter regarding the calibration of a gauge face for a 40/50 HP engine and the return of four carburetters. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten] X4038 [Stamped] C.I.A Expl: Dept: [Mirrored text from reverse] CERTIFICATE OF INSPECTION DEPT. ROLLS-ROYCE ENGINES AND SPARES Hs/RmS/LG. 21st. Feb. 1927. [Handwritten] X3841 Messrs. H.M.… | ||
| Scan050 | Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the Hobson K-S Petrol Telegage for a 20 HP car, enclosing a sketch and advising on the delivery of other parts. | ||
| View original record | CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: VICTORIA 4670. (3… | ||
| Scan051 | Letter regarding an order for an improved King-Seeley instrument board fuel gauge. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. X4038 Oy5-E-22327 February 23, 1927. Mr. E. W. Hives, Rolls-Royce, Ltd., Derby, England. Dear Mr. Hives: Re Instrument Board Fuel Gauge Many thanks for… | ||
| Scan052 | Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding an incorrectly calibrated Telegage unit mask for a 40/50 HP car. | ||
| View original record | X4038 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: VICTORIA 4670 (4… | ||
| Scan053 | Order request for a King Seeley petrol gauge for a 20 HP car, with a subsequent note that the instrument has been received. | ||
| View original record | To Wd/Ms. from Hs/Rn. XC4038 Hs/Rnl/LG25. 2. 27. K-S PETROL GAUGE. Will you please order for us :- 1 King Seeley petrol gauge complete, suitable for a 20 HP. car. Hs/Rn. (We have already received this… | ||
| Scan054 | Calibration chart for a Hobson K.S. Telegauge showing actual liquid level versus scale markings in gallons. | ||
| View original record | x 4038 9-3-27 HOBSON. K.S. TELEGAUGE (10GIII) GALLONS ACTUAL LEVEL OF LIQUID SCALE MARKINGS 14 --- 14 12 --- 12 10 --- 10 8 --- 8 6 --- 6 4 --- 4 2 --- 2 0 --- 0 | ||
| Scan055 | Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the calibration of a K-S Telegauge for a 20 HP car, with a request for future modifications. | ||
| View original record | CERTIFICATE OF INSPECTION BY A.I.D. ROLLS-ROYCE ENGINES AND SPARES. X4038 Expl: Dept: Hs/Rml/LG. 9th. Mar. 1927. Messrs. H.M. Hobson Ltd., 27-29 Vauxhall Bridge Rd., London S.W.1. Dear Sirs, re. K-S… | ||
| Scan056 | Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding petrol tank calibration for the Phantom Car and alteration of A.V.T.64 carburetters. | ||
| View original record | X4038 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: VICTORIA 4670. (4… | ||
| Scan057 | Page two of a letter from H. M. Hobson, Ltd. concerning the return of smaller chokes and the completion of tests. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd. Date 9/3/27. Page 2. the smaller chokes, and immediately these are finished we will return them to you and the writer will come along and complete the tests at your… | ||
| Scan058 | Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the calibration of the Hobson K-S Petrol Telegage and enclosing blueprints. | ||
| View original record | 46038 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: VICTORIA 4670. (4… | ||
| Scan059 | Fitting of a Claudel telegage unit to 40/50 HP and 20 HP tanks. | ||
| View original record | To DA. from Hs/Rm. X4038 Hs/Rm2/LG11.3.27. K-S TELEGAGE. We enclose two prints which we have received from the Claudel people shewing the relative position of their telegage unit in the 40/50 HP. and… | ||
| Scan060 | Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. confirming the preparation of a Telegage tank unit for a 40/50 HP car. | ||
| View original record | X 4038 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: VICTORIA 4670, (4… | ||
| Scan061 | Letter to Messrs. Claudel Hobson Ltd. requesting a 40/50 HP tank unit be sent to designers for inspection. | ||
| View original record | two 8 Expl: Dept: Hs/Rm3/LG. 11th. Mar. 1927. Messrs. Claudel Hobson Ltd., 27-29 Vauxhall Bridge Rd., London S.W.L. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Davey. We thank you for your letter of the… | ||
| Scan062 | Letter from the American branch to the English branch discussing the ordering and testing of King-Seeley and Nivex fuel gauges. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. X4038 Oy4-E-32827 March 28th, 1927. Mr. E. W. Hives, Rolls-Royce, Ltd. Derby, England. (Copy to Mr. Bailey " " Mr. Burton) Re Instrument Board Fittings… | ||
| Scan063 | Hand-drawn diagram illustrating the working principle of a 'hiveso' fuel gauge system. | ||
| View original record | hiveso Fuel gauge Pressure gauge, practically an aneroid. B. is setting button for needle Air pressure produced by spring A depresses fuel column in stand pipe and escapes from bottom of pipe as shown… | ||
| Scan064 | Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. arranging a visit to calibrate a 40/50 tank for a Hobson K-S telegage. | ||
| View original record | CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. X40381 TELEPHONE: VICTORIA 4670. (4… | ||
| Scan065 | Letter to Claudel Hobson Ltd. chasing an ordered petrol gauge for a 40/50 HP car. | ||
| View original record | 14038 Hs/Rml/LG. 25th. April 1927. Messrs. Claudel Hobson Ltd., 27-29 Vauxhall Bridge Rd., London S.W.1. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Davey. With reference to the petrol gauge which we ordered… | ||
| Scan066 | Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. concerning the calibration and dispatch of a tank unit. | ||
| View original record | X40308 Expl: Dept: HS/Rml/LG. 29th. April 1927. Messrs. H.M.Hobson Ltd., 29-31 Vauxhall Bridge Rd., London S.W.1. Dear Sirs, With reference to your letter of the 28th.inst. The tank calibrated by Mr.… | ||
| Scan067 | Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding a Hobson K-S Telegage unit for a 40/50 HP car. | ||
| View original record | CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. X4038 TELEPHONE: VICTORIA 4670. (4… | ||
| Scan068 | Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. concerning the calibration of an oval tank and the requirement for a tank drawing. | ||
| View original record | CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATION TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: VICTORIA 4670. (4 LINES).… | ||
| Scan069 | Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding the supply of a Hobson K-S Petrol Telegage and a mix-up with a dashboard unit. | ||
| View original record | +4038 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: VICTORIA 4670. (4… | ||
| Scan070 | Page 2 of a letter from H. M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding the angle of a facia board and requesting an order. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd. Date 2/5/27. Page 2. own use, and that the angle of the facia board, we are taking to be inclined at 10°. So as to keep our records clear, we should esteem it a favour if you… | ||
| Scan071 | Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. confirming an official order for 2 K-S Telegauges will be forwarded. | ||
| View original record | X4038 Hs/RM4/LG. Expl: Dept: 3rd. May 1927. Messrs.H.M.Hobson Ltd., 29-31 Vauxhall Bridge Rd., London S.W.1. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 2nd.inst. ref. AJC/AML. and note your… | ||
| Scan072 | Internal request to order two complete K-S petrol gauges for a 40/50 HP car. | ||
| View original record | To Wd/Ms. from Hs/Rn. X4038 Hs/Rn5/LG3.5.27. Will you please order for us from Messrs. H. M. Hobson Ltd., 29-31 Vauxhall Bridge Rd., S.W.1. 2 complete K-S petrol gauges for a 40/50 HP. car. These… | ||
| Scan073 | The K-S Telegauge, confirming a unit is the correct type and requesting one more dashboard unit. | ||
| View original record | Y4038 To Wd/Ms. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm1/LG5.5.27. K-S TELEGAUGE. The unit supplied to us by the D.O. is the latest agreed type. Therefore we only require one further dashboard unit. Hs/Rm. | ||
| Scan074 | Inquiry about the 10,000-mile test of the Claudel Hobson Petrol Indicator. | ||
| View original record | X4638 S/W C3/C15.6.27 Re Claudel Hobson Petrol Indicator. We shall be interested to know whether this has satisfactorily passed the 10,000 miles test, and if you propose introducing it as standard… | ||
| Scan075 | Inquiry about the present position of the Claudel-Hobson Petrol Gauge and its potential introduction as a standard part. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: [Illegible signatures] Will you please reply S/W X9034 Typed: C18/C29.6.27 Re Claudel-Hobson Petrol Gauge. ------ Will you kindly let us know the present position of this, as regards… | ||
| Scan076 | Internal request to order K-S Telegage liquid capsules from Messrs. Hobson. | ||
| View original record | To O.C. from Hs. (Roy/Ms.) X4038 Hs3/LG1.7.27. Please order from Messrs. Hobson :- 1 box containing K-S Telegage liquid capsules. Hs. O/735 | ||
| Scan077 | Unreliability of the Hobson type petrol gauge on experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | W/S. Sg. c. Hs. X4038 BY8/H. 11.7.27. APPEARANCE OF CHASSIS. ----------------------- Referring to Sgll/M. 8.7.27. I have used any number of cars with the new petrol gauge on them, as I am expected to… | ||
| Scan078 | Readability of the standard gauge versus the telegauge on the chassis. | ||
| View original record | S/W. (Copy to Hs). X 384 [crossed out] X 4038 Sg16/W/13.7.27. Appearance of Chassis. what Thanks for your EY8/H11.7.27. I note/you say in regard to using Cars but I note you do not mention whether you… | ||
| Scan079 | Dissatisfaction and ongoing testing of the Claudel Hobson Petrol Gauge. | ||
| View original record | To C. from Hs/Rn. X9038 Hs/Rm2/LG15.7.27. With reference to C18/C29.6.27. We are not yet satisfied with the Claudel Hobson Petrol Gauge. We are continuing our tests on it however and will let you know… | ||
| Scan080 | Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding inconsistent readings and apparent overnight fuel loss on their petrol gauges. | ||
| View original record | + T638 Expl: Dept: Hs/Rml/LG. 12th. July 1927. Messrs. H.M.Hobson Ltd., 47-55, Acton Vale, London W.3. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Davey. HOBSON PETROL GAUGE. We have been conducting a series… | ||
| Scan081 | Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding an overnight loss in the reading of Hobson K-S Telegages. | ||
| View original record | X4034 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: CHISWICK 4231 (4… | ||
| Scan082 | Typed letter discussing overnight fuel loss and potential faults in the tank unit or gauge. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., Date 13. 7. 27. Page 2 doing in the meantime to remove any unknown factors in the situation. Our experience is that the over-night loss varies between half to three-quarters… | ||
| Scan083 | Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding cracks found in tubing for tank units and a request for assistance in tracing the fault. | ||
| View original record | Messrs.Rolls-Royce,Ltd., Date 13. 7. 27. Page 3. which we made up some of the first tank units here, cracks were traced in the tubing, but we thought that we had eliminated all the tubing which showed… | ||
| Scan084 | Letter to Claudel Hobson Ltd. asking if the vent pipe on the telegauge for petrol tanks can be dispensed with. | ||
| View original record | /9058 Expl: Dept: Hs/Rn8/LG. 7th. Nov. 1927. Messrs. Claudel Hobson Ltd., 47-55 Acton Vale, London W.3. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Davy. We should like to know whether you consider that we… | ||
| Scan085 | Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. explaining the function of a safety vent pipe on their K-S Telegages. | ||
| View original record | X4038 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATION TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: CHISWICK 4231 (4… | ||
| Scan086 | Petrol tank vent tube design and potential issues during refueling. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. Date 8. 11. 27 Page 2. on the whole of the petrol tank without blowing liquid out of the dash board gauge, as the vent tube, which exhausts direct to atmosphere, allows the… | ||
| Scan087 | Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding a fuel tank fitting and gauge operation procedure. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. Date 8. 11. 27 Page 3. also be carried and taken from this body. fitting One of our customers already uses such a feed for the complete carrying of our tank unit and vent to… | ||
| Scan088 | Questioning the need for a vent pipe on a Hobson's K.S. petrol gauge. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM DA. ORIGINAL X4038 DA3/M27.10.27. HOBSON'S K.S. PETROL GAUGE. X4038 We are putting this on EAC. 14. We wonder whether the vent pipe which they say is there merely as a precaution is necessary… | ||
| Scan089 | Modifications to the petrol tank, shock damper, and exhaust pipe. | ||
| View original record | BY. from DA. c. to BJ. Hs. A038 DA1/M29.10.27. EAC.14. PETROL TANK ETC. X. 8470 X. 4038 Herewith we send N.sch.2497 shewing the modifications to the petrol tank, such as the filler brought outside the… | ||
| Scan090 | Effectiveness of the telegauge vent pipe and related experimental tests. | ||
| View original record | To DA from Hs/Rm. x4038 Hs/RmL/LG10.11.27. TELEGAUGE. x8760 With reference to your note re. the vent pipe on the telegauge. Herewith is Claudel Hobsons reply on the points in question. You will see… | ||
| Scan091 | Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. discussing the design and safety features of a vent pipe for petrol tanks. | ||
| View original record | COPY. Messrs. H.M.Hobson Ltd., 47-55 Acton Vale, London W.3. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. W.A.Robotham. We beg to thank you for yours of the 7th.Nov. with… | ||
| Scan092 | Letter discussing a tank unit fitting, vent pipe, and the procedure for operating a gauge. | ||
| View original record | contd :- -2- One of customers already uses such a fitting for the complete carrying of our tank unit and vent to his tank, but we have not as yet added the petrol feed service to this fitting. We… | ||
| Scan093 | Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. concerning a print for a Sprengel unit tank. | ||
| View original record | 44038 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: CHISWICK 4231 (4… | ||
| Scan094 | Listing topics for 20 HP dynamometer and road tests concerning steering and axle components. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: 8492 8169 323 { Light & heavy pivot arrangement { Lightened front axle { Toggles: Why steerings are more reversible for { Toggles: main for parking. Marles Steerings Servo steerings Axle… | ||
| Scan095 | Instructing Stores to despatch a tank unit to H.M. Hobson Ltd for an exchange. | ||
| View original record | X4038 To Roy/Ms. from Hs/Rm. c. to Mt. Stores. Hs/Rm2/LG17.1.28. We are sending into the Stores for despatch to Messrs. H.M.Hobson Ltd., 47-55 Acton Vale, London W.3. :- 1 tank unit. This unit is… | ||
| Scan096 | Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. requesting modifications for a new type of tank unit and an associated estimate. | ||
| View original record | Expl: Dept: X9038 HS/Bnl/LG. 17th. Jan. 1928. Messrs. H.M.Hobson Ltd., 47-55 Acton Vale, London W.3. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Davy. We have decided to fit the new type tank unit without a… | ||
| Scan097 | Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the exchange and urgent request for tank units. | ||
| View original record | Expl: Dept: X9038 Hs/RnL/LG. 17th. Jan. 1928. Messrs. H.M.Hobson Ltd., 47-55 Acton Vale, London W.3. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Davy. We are returning to you under separate cover one tank… | ||
| Scan098 | Urgent internal request for K-S telegage masks and air lines from Messrs. Claudel Hobson Ltd. | ||
| View original record | X 4038 To Roy/Ms. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rml/LG1.2.28. Will you please obtain for us from Messrs. Claudel Hobson Ltd :- 2 K-S telegage masks for a 20 gall. 40/50 HP. tank. 2 air lines in the stout gauge tube.… | ||
| Scan099 | The K.S. Telegauge, petrol tank, and instrument board for a Sports (Continental) Chassis. | ||
| View original record | c. Hs/Rm. X4038 BY/HEB14/M.2.2.28. SPORTS (CONTINENTAL) CHASSIS. RE K.S.TELEGAUGE IN PETROL TANK AND POSITION OF INSTRUMENT BOARD. We forward you herewith one Blue Print of each of the… | ||
| Scan100 | Letter to Messrs. Barkers confirming the dispatch of a temporary Telegage instrument for fitting on experimental car 16-EX. | ||
| View original record | 4038. Expl: Dept; Hs/Rm3/LG. 10th. Feb. 1928 Messrs. Barkers, Olaf Street, Latimer Rd, Notting Hill, W.11. Dear Sirs, Re. 16-EX - R-R EXPL: CAR. We have despatched to you today one Telegage. This is… | ||
| Scan101 | Letter from coachbuilder Barker & Co. regarding a Telegauge for an Experimental Sports vehicle. | ||
| View original record | X4038 From BARKER & Co. (Coachbuilders), LTD. (By Appointment to H.M. THE KING AND H.R.H. PRINCE OF WALES.) Olaf Street, Latimer Road, Notting Hill, London, W.11. Telephones - { (6200-1-2) PARK. (3-4)… | ||
| Scan102 | Letter to Claudel Hobson Ltd. regarding a graph of liquid petrol levels in a tank without a sump, with an attached blueprint. | ||
| View original record | +9038. Hs/Rml/LG. Expl: Dept: 15th. Feb. 1928. Messrs. Claudel Hobson Ltd., 47-55 Acton Vale, London W.3. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Davey. We have taken a graph of the actual liquid petrol… | ||
| Scan103 | Corrected mask scale diagram for No Sump Tanks 40/50, comparing telegauge readings to actual liquid levels. | ||
| View original record | CORRECTED MASK SCALE FOR NO SUMP TANKS 40/50 TELEGAUGE SCALE 20 16 12 8 4 0 ACTUAL LIQUID LEVEL 20 16 12 8 4 0 CORRECTED GRADUATION FOR NO SUMP TANKS | ||
| Scan104 | Blank page with a receiving stamp from the 'INT ROOM' in Derby. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED INT ROOM, 15 FEB 1928 DERBY. | ||
| Scan105 | Specifying the graduation for distance petrol gauges being ordered for a sports car. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. from Hs/Rn. H4038 Hs/Rm2/LG15.2.28. Attached is a copy of a letter we have written to Mr. Davey. When ordering the dozen distance petrol gauges for the Sports car, will you please specify that… | ||
| Scan106 | Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. acknowledging receipt of a graph for a liquid level mask and requesting clarification on the finish for future Telegages. | ||
| View original record | X4038 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: CHISWICK 4231 (4… | ||
| Scan107 | Query regarding a standardisation sheet for the Claudel Hobson petrol gauge, with a handwritten reply. | ||
| View original record | X4038 S/W Hs. C3/C1.3.28 Will you please let me know if you will shortly be issuing a standardisation sheet for the Claudel Hobson petrol gauge. C. Rm This should be fitted correctly to 12EX HS | ||
| Scan108 | Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding calibration of a K-S Telegage for a 40/50 Phantom car. | ||
| View original record | CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: CHISWICK 4231 (4 LINES)… | ||
| Scan109 | Page 2 of a letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding the calibration and alteration of instruments. | ||
| View original record | Messrs.Rolls-Royce,Ltd., Date 22. 3.28. Page 2 the calibration and the necessary alterations to these instruments, to bring them absolutely up to date, and to ensure their correct functioning.… | ||
| Scan110 | Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. discussing modifications to the K-S Telegage for the Phantom car. | ||
| View original record | +4038 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS TELEPHONE: CHISWICK 4231 (4… | ||
| Scan111 | Letter concerning the return of gauges for alteration and the calibration of a tank. | ||
| View original record | Messrs.Rolls-Royce,Ltd., Date 28.3.28. Page 2 making new engraved masks or dials for them, and altering the shimming.accordingly. As before stated, we should much appreciate your kind assistance in… | ||
| Scan112 | Letter to Messrs. H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the despatch of a petrol tank for calibrating a Claudel gauge for a 40/50 HP car. | ||
| View original record | +9038 Expl: Dept: Hs/Rm6/LG. 2nd. April 1928. Messrs. H.M.Hobson Ltd., 47-55 Acton Vale, London W.3. Dear Sirs, RE. CLAUDEL GAUGE FOR 40/50 HP. CAR. We have today despatched to you one 20 gallon 40/50… | ||
| Scan113 | The extra cost for installing a petrol indicator on the dashboard. | ||
| View original record | X4038 To Hs. from BJ. Petrol Gauges. BJ7/E25.4.28 With reference to R4/M24.4.28 please let me know what is likely to be the extra cost. The Sales officials feel that having the petrol indicator on the… | ||
| Scan114 | Brief internal query regarding the status of a Claudel Hobson petrol gauge. | ||
| View original record | S/W Hs. 14038 C2/C21.4.28 Will you please let me know the position in regard to the Claudel Hobson petrol gauge. C. | ||
| Scan115 | Cost and reliability implications of making dashboard petrol gauges a standard feature. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from R. c. to BJ. SG. 4038 R4/M24.4.28. PETROL GAUGES. E.4038 X.3896 Is it necessary for us to have dashboard petrol gauge as standard, because it - (1) Involves more pipes, 2 more upon the top of… | ||
| Scan116 | Modifications to the Hobson petrol gauge. | ||
| View original record | To C. from Hs. +4038 HS2/LG24.4.28. HOBSON PETROL GAUGE. We have been in communication with Messrs. Hobson with regard to the gauge in order to get them to adopt certain modifications. A gauge with… | ||
| Scan117 | Brief memo acknowledging a previous communication regarding the Hobson Petrol Gauge. | ||
| View original record | S/W *3 x4038 C5/C25.4.28 Re HOBSON PETROL GAUGE. Thanks for your Hs2/LG24.4.28, and I note the position. C. | ||
| Scan118 | Advantages of installing a petrol level indicator on the instrument board. | ||
| View original record | To H. From Hs. c.c. to BJ. Wor. c.c. to E. DA. c.c. to BY. X4038. HS2/LG3.5.28. PETROL LEVEL INDICATOR. There are certain inherent advantages with the petrol level indicator reading from the… | ||
| Scan119 | The disadvantages and costs of instrument board gauges. | ||
| View original record | contd :- -2- The disadvantage they have is that if the car is left standing in the garage for several days , the amount shown on the gauge will be less than is actually in the tank. This corrects… | ||
| Scan120 | Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. about a replacement K-S Telegage dash instrument. | ||
| View original record | CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: CHISWICK 4231. (4 LINES)… | ||
| Scan121 | Page 2 of a letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. concerning the safety conditions of an instrument. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., Date 15. 5. 28. Page 2 instrument sufficed for your purpose under running conditions, as you will recollect that we were of the opinion that that particular instrument would… | ||
| Scan122 | Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the performance of a fuel gauge during a 3000-mile road test. | ||
| View original record | +4038 Expl: Dept: Hs/Rm2/LG. 16th. May 1928. Messrs. H.M.Hobson Ltd., 47-55 Acton Vale, London W.3. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Major Searight. We thank you for your letter of the 15th. inst. We… | ||
| Scan123 | Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the testing and replacement of a petrol telegage. | ||
| View original record | +4038 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: CHISWICK 4231. (4… | ||
| Scan124 | Letter detailing the correct procedure for installing a new instrument gauge and conclusions from tests. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., Date 17.5.28. Page 2 We hesitate to draw your attention to simple matters, but it is our experience that in the installation of the gauge, very simple things have a bearing… | ||
| Scan125 | Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. detailing design modifications to a dashboard instrument and gauge. | ||
| View original record | Messrs.Rolls-Royce,Ltd., Date 17. 5. 28. Page 3 the opinion that the change to the Sprengel unit has given more vigorous air pumping which has resulted in a fully corrected unit under all conditions… | ||
| Scan126 | Blueprint for a 40-50 HP Sprengel Air Line Unit with manufacturing and handling instructions. | ||
| View original record | 18'-0" ± 1/2" .125" +.000" O.D. Silver Soldered Air Line to be treated as a unit. Air Line is not to be interfered with in any way, especially not to be soldered or brazed after receipt. Air Line is… | ||
| Scan127 | Method and diagram for testing the accuracy of a dash instrument using a test rig. | ||
| View original record | METHOD or TEST for ACCURACY. Set dash instrument at facia board angle of calibration. (see label attached to instrument) De-cone instrument and set liquid to zero. Couple dash instrument to tank unit… | ||
| Scan128 | Drawing of a dash-mounted fuel gauge unit with specifications for its finish. | ||
| View original record | Dial to be nickel, finished matt black with engraved markings, or, dull black markings on nickel background. Face of Frame to be nickel plated & polished, or dull black. True to scale calibrations… | ||
| Scan129 | Blueprint for a 4 Cup D'Heurel Tanit unit with calibration data. | ||
| View original record | DIMENSIONS: 12 3/16 ± 3/32 11 5/8 ± 1/16 8 3/8" ± 1/16 5 5/8" ± 1/16 2 5/8" ± 1/16 1 Gallon. Datum or Zero. 5/16 CALIBRATION SCALE (Top row is Gallons, bottom row is measurement): Gallons: 0, 2, 3, 4,… | ||
| Scan130 | Forwarding drawings for a Telegauge Set for the 40/50 HP Chassis. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from ROY. +4038 ROY2/MG22.5.28 Following our recent conversation, the Telegauge people have now sent through two copies each of the following drawings: K.S.263 D (Dash Unit) K.S.325 D (Tank Unit)… | ||
| Scan131 | Blueprint for a 40-50HP 20-gallon De Luxe Dash Unit fuel gauge. | ||
| View original record | Dial to be nickel, finished matt black with engraved markings. or, dull black markings on nickel background. Face of Frame to be nickel plated & polished, or dull black. True to scale calibrations… | ||
| Scan132 | Method for testing the accuracy of a dash instrument using a test rig. | ||
| View original record | METHOD OF TEST FOR ACCURACY. Set dash instrument at facia board angle of calibration. (see label attached to instrument) De-core instrument and set liquid to zero. Couple dash instrument to tank unit… | ||
| Scan133 | Drawing for a 4 Cup Sprengel Tank Unit with capacity calibrations. | ||
| View original record | Tank Unit to be electro Tinned all over. These calibrations were taken by H.M.H. Ltd. from actual Tank, drawing number F77952 on April 13. 1928. ± 12% of capacities in gallons. 1 Gallon. Datum or… | ||
| Scan134 | Drawing of an Air Line Unit for a 40-50 HP model (Sprengel). | ||
| View original record | 18'-0" ± 1/2" .125" +.000" O.D. Silver Soldered. Air Line to be treated as a unit. Air Line is not to be interfered with in any way, especially not to be soldered or brazed after receipt. Air Line is… | ||
| Scan135 | Position of a 2-level device in the petrol tank and the design of the sump. | ||
| View original record | BY. from DA. c. to BJ. HS. +4038 DA2/M23.5.28. X.5460 X.4038 XXXX X.615 20 HP. 2-LEVEL DEVICE IN PETROL TANK. With reference to the question of the position of the 2-level device in relation to the… | ||
| Scan136 | Fitting of a K.S. Telegauge petrol gauge to the Phantom petrol tank. | ||
| View original record | X4038 EV1/24.5.28. to Mr. ____ from Da/Ev. copy to Mr. H.R. 148. RE K.S. PETROL GAUGE. PHANTOM. We send herewith N.Sch.2613. shewing the Phantom Petrol Tank fitted with a K.S.Telegauge. As the final… | ||
| Scan137 | The cost and standardization of the K.S. Petrol Gauge for the Phantom model. | ||
| View original record | S/W........By -> c. to Hs. o. to Ev. X4038 C5/C25.5.28 Re K.S.PETROL GAUGE (Phantom) With reference to EV1/24.5.28, willyou please let us know what is the cost of this. You will note from the third… | ||
| Scan138 | Cost comparison and recommendation concerning the standardisation of the Hobson petrol gauge over the existing one. | ||
| View original record | To B.J. from Hs. c. to BY. c. to C. X4038. Hs5/LG30.5.28. PETROL GAUGE ON INSTRUMENT BOARD. The cost of the Hobson petrol gauge if we standardised it will be 35/- per car. The Cost Dept. have given us… | ||
| Scan139 | Brief memo acknowledging correspondence about a petrol gauge and expecting a standardisation sheet. | ||
| View original record | 44038 S/W Hs C3/C5.6.28 Re Petrol Gauge on Instrument Board. Thanks for your Hs5/LG30.5.28. I presume you will shortly be issuing a standardisation sheet. C. | ||
| Scan140 | The standardisation of the K-S petrol gauge for 20 HP and 40/50 HP models. | ||
| View original record | To BY. from Hs/Rm. x4038 Hs/Rnl/LG7.6.28. RE. K-S PETROL GAUGE. We are standardising the K-S petrol gauge both for the 20 HP. and 40/50 HP. On all new cars it will be fitted as it has been run on… | ||
| Scan141 | Letter to Claudel-Hobson Ltd. regarding satisfaction with the 40/50 HP dashboard unit and a request for a modified 20 HP unit. | ||
| View original record | /4038. Expl: Dept: Hs/Rm4/LG. 7th. June 1928. Messrs. Claudel-Hobson Ltd., 47-55 Acton Vale, London W.3. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Major Searight. We are very satisfied with your final… | ||
| Scan142 | Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding the satisfactory results of a Hobson K-S Telegage set and requirements for a 20 HP car. | ||
| View original record | CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. +4031 TELEPHONE: CHISWICK 4231. (4… | ||
| Scan143 | Page 2 of a letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. discussing fitting a Sprengel type tank and dash unit to a 20 HP model. | ||
| View original record | Messrs.Rolls-Royce,Ltd., Date 8.6.28. Page 2 method. We could then fit it up with the Sprengel type of unit, in the most advantageous position with regard to air pumping etc., and connect our vent… | ||
| Scan144 | Letter discussing the calibration and fitting of a Hobson petrol gauge for the 20 HP car. | ||
| View original record | X4038 Hs/Rm3/LG. Expl: Dept: 11th. June 1928. Messrs. H.M.Hobson Ltd., 47-55 Acton Vale, London W.3. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Major Searight. 20 HP. HOBSON PETROL GAUGE. With reference to your… | ||
| Scan145 | Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding the fitting of a K-S Petrol Telegage. | ||
| View original record | +4038 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. H.M. HOBSON, LTD. 47-55,… | ||
| Scan146 | Letter from a supplier discussing modifications to a fuel gauge and overflow pipe for a specific chassis. | ||
| View original record | Messrs.Rolls-Royce,Ltd., Date 13.6.28. Page 2 of the screw holes of the gauge fixing, taken from the writer's car, and this will suffice,if there has been no alteration in the design since this… | ||
| Scan147 | Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the removal of an overflow pipe on a 40/50 HP model. | ||
| View original record | +4038 Hs/Tml/LG. 14th. June 1928. Messrs. H.M.Hobson Ltd., 47-55, Acton Vale, London W.3. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Major Searight. We thank you for your letter of the 13th.inst. with… | ||
| Scan148 | The standardisation and fitting of a Claudel Hobson petrol gauge on the 20 HP model. | ||
| View original record | To BY. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm2/LG14.6.28. +438 CLAUDEL HOBSON PETROL GAUGE. With reference to the standardisation of this gauge on the 20 HP. We attach a letter we have received from Major Searight and 2… | ||
| Scan149 | Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the installation of a Hobson K-S Telegauge on a 20 HP model. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. H.M.Hobson Ltd., 47-55 Acton Vale, London W.3. 13th. June 1928. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby. Dear Sirs, RE.20 HP. HOBSON K-S TELEGAUGE. We are in receipt of your letter of the 11th.… | ||
| Scan150 | Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. confirming they will produce a complete set incorporating a Sprengel unit for trial. | ||
| View original record | contd :- -2- Unless we hear to the contrary, we shall put in hand a complete set on the lines indicated, as shewn on print K-S.51-S, incorporating Sprengel unit and new type dash instrument to… | ||
| Scan151 | Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. discussing the deletion and modification of a vent pipe on a gauge. | ||
| View original record | X4038 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: CHISWICK 4231. (4… | ||
| Scan152 | Letter advising against deleting an overflow pipe due to potential fuel gauge issues related to atmospheric pressure. | ||
| View original record | Messrs.Rolls-Royce,Ltd., Date 15.6.28. Page 2 go into your vent pipe, which in its turn goes into the top of your side filler; this being in close proximity to ample vents to atmosphere. We do not… | ||
| Scan153 | Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding vent pipe design requirements and potential liability for gauges. | ||
| View original record | Messrs.Rolls-Royce,Ltd., Date 15.6.28. Page 3 conditions of filling up. The requirements as to the size of the vent pipe, which should go direct to atmosphere, in relation to the communications… | ||
| Scan154 | Letter to H.M.Hobson Ltd. regarding a disagreement over the necessity of a vent pipe for a tank gauge, which Mr. Royce finds unsightly. | ||
| View original record | X4038 Expl: Dept: 18th. June 1928. Hs/Rm3/LG. Messrs. H.M.Hobson Ltd., 47-55 Acton Vale, London W.3. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Major Searight. With reference to your letter of the 15th. inst. We… | ||
| Scan155 | Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. requesting the loan of a tank for experiments with their K-S Telegage unit. | ||
| View original record | x4038 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS TELEPHONE: CHISWICK 4231. (4… | ||
| Scan156 | Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. requesting diagrams for a gauge installation and discussing collaboration with the King-Seeley Corporation. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., Date 19. 6. 28 Page 2. with the installation of our gauge, we should be obliged if you could let us have a diagram or detailed drawings of the exact areas and positions of… | ||
| Scan157 | Letter to Claudel Hobson Ltd. concerning a petrol tank, K-S petrol gauge, and the tilting angle of a Sprengel pumping unit for a 20 HP vehicle. | ||
| View original record | +4038- Expl: Dept: Hs/Rm3/LC. 28th. June 1928. Messrs. Claudel Hobson Ltd., 47-55 Acton Vale, London W.3. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Major Searight. We thank you for your letter of the 19th.… | ||
| Scan158 | Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding a petrol tank and the Hobson K-S Telegage. | ||
| View original record | +4038 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: CHISWICK 4231 (4… | ||
| Scan159 | Letter discussing modifications to a unit with tubes, cups, and a bell to suit specific conditions. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd. Date 29. 6. 28 Page 2. definitely without a trial. We would suggest, however, that you give us a small sketch of your problem, when we will make you up a unit with the tubes… | ||
| Scan160 | Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. discussing the arrangement of Sprengel cups within a 20 HP fuel tank. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., Date 29. 6. 28 Page 3. arrangement. What we feel is important in any installation on the 20 h.p. tank, is that the Sprengel cups should be in as close a proximity as… | ||
| Scan161 | Letter to H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding drawings for a petrol gauge and requesting a unit for testing. | ||
| View original record | X4039 Hs/Rml/T. 2nd. July, 1928. Messrs. H.M. Hobson, Ltd., 47-55, Acton Vale, LONDON, W.3. Dear Sirs, With reference to your TPS/MAB. of the 29th Ult. Herewith two drawings F.55744 & N.Sch.2578… | ||
| Scan162 | Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. arranging an appointment to discuss an experimental Hobson K-S Telegage. | ||
| View original record | 4038 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: CHISWICK 4231. (4… | ||
| Scan163 | The second page of a letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding a planned departure time. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., Date 4. 7. 28 Page 2. as the writer hopes to leave these Works not later than 11 o'clock. Yours faithfully. H.M. HOBSON, LTD., [Signature: T.P. Searight] Joint Managing… | ||
| Scan164 | Fitment issues of a K-S petrol gauge on an instrument board. | ||
| View original record | To C: from Hs/Rm. c. to CWB. c. to DA. 49038 Hs/Rm2/LG6.7.28 K-S PETROL GAUGE. We have issued a standardisation sheet for this unit which has been practically completed. Whilst we are satisfied as to… | ||
| Scan165 | Process for standardising and costing the Claudel Hobson petrol gauge. | ||
| View original record | 74038 BY1/G.6.7.28. C. Hs. re CLAUDEL HOBSON PETROL GAUGE. --------------------------- Referring to Sg19/M.5.7.28. the facts of the case in regard to this particular item are as follows :- 1/- In the… | ||
| Scan166 | Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding drawings for unions, air line piping, and tank units for 20 HP and 40/50 HP cars. | ||
| View original record | X4038 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: CHISWICK 4231. (4… | ||
| Scan167 | Letter discussing a non-standard tank, potential modifications, and the re-working of a gauge set from a 40/50 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | Messrs.Rolls-Royce, Ltd., Date 6. 7. 28 Page 2. N.Sch.2578 appears to us to be a non-standard tank. Your drawing F.77952 we believe to be your latest type of 40/50 h.p. tank, but the unit is not in… | ||
| Scan168 | Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. recommending the use of a motor hand tyre pump for drying air lines. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., Date 6. 7. 28. Page 3. and modification, so that you may not have a recurrence of the trouble. The writer finds that, generally speaking, it is best to use a Motor hand tyre… | ||
| Scan169 | Teething troubles with the King-Seely petrol gauge, focusing on pressure build-up and pipeline unions. | ||
| View original record | To DA, from Hs/Rm. X34038 Hs/Rm/LG7.7.28. KING-SEELY PETROL GAUGE. We think that this instrument is now through its teething troubles, but there is one point which has recently cropped up. Ingenious… | ||
| Scan170 | Instruction to return a K-S Petrol Gauge Dashboard Unit to Messrs. Claudel Hobson for modification. | ||
| View original record | To Roy/Ms. from Hs/Rm. c. to Mt. Stores. X4038 Hs/Rm3/LG9.7.28. We are sending into the Stores :- 1 Dashboard Unit of the K-S Petrol Gauge. This is to be returned to Messrs. Claudel Hobson who will… | ||
| Scan171 | Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. confirming an arrangement to shorten the Hobson K-S Telegage instrument. | ||
| View original record | CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: CHISWICK 4231 (4 LINES)… | ||
| Scan172 | The engineering merits and installation of an equalizer bell and line for petrol gauges. | ||
| View original record | Messrs.Rolls-Royce,Ltd., Date 12. 7. 28. Page 2 top of the tank where it is connected to an equalizer bell, which is sealed by the petrol on its rising above the last gallon of calibration. The… | ||
| Scan173 | Page 3 of a letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding a patented equalizer system for industrial and aeroplane gauges. | ||
| View original record | Messrs.Rolls-Royce,Ltd., Date 12.7.28. Page 3 where visible, through a copper pipe of sufficiently large diameter to carry the two smaller ones. The lines cannot be assembled the wrong way round,… | ||
| Scan174 | Letter to Claudel Hobson Ltd. regarding tests and modifications for a K-S petrol gauge intended for Mr. Royce's car. | ||
| View original record | X 4038 Expl: Dept: Hs/Rn2/LG. 12th. July 1928. Messrs. Claudel Hobson Ltd., 47-55 Acton Vale, London W.3. Dear Sirs, RE: K-S PETROL GAUGE. We have been carrying out some tests on the K-S petrol gauge… | ||
| Scan175 | Letter discussing the urgent supply of a new tank unit and a top casting for a car. | ||
| View original record | contd :- -2- We should be very much obliged if you would do your best to let us have this new tank unit as soon as every possible. We have made up a casting for the top so that if you leave the ends… | ||
| Scan176 | Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding issues and modifications to a K-S Telegage. | ||
| View original record | X4038 Hs/Rml/LG. Expl: Dept: 13th. July 1928. Messrs. H.M.Hobson Ltd., 47-55 Acton Vale, London W.3. Dear Sirs, RE. K-S TELEGAGE. We thank you for your letter of the 12th.inst. containing the very… | ||
| Scan177 | Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. to Rolls-Royce, Ltd. regarding an enclosed diagram. | ||
| View original record | Y 4038 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: CHISWICK 4231. (4… | ||
| Scan178 | Sketch showing a shortened dash unit and pressure balance for a 40-50HP model. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS ROYCE 40-50HP H. M. HOBSON, LTD 47-55 THE VALE, ACTON.W.3. TITLE: SKETCH SHOWING SHORTENED DASH UNIT & PRESSURE BALANCE WHEN ORDERING QUOTE THIS DRAWING No: H.S.56.S SPECIFICATION: PATTERN,… | ||
| Scan179 | Improved design for the Hobson Petrol Gauge featuring a new air seal. | ||
| View original record | To D.A. from Hs/Rm. C. to BY. 4036 Hs/RmL/LG14.7.28. HOBSON PETROL GAUGE. With further reference to this instrument. We are glad to say that Messrs. Hobson have now discovered an arrangement whereby… | ||
| Scan180 | Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding a Hobson K-S Telegage and a top casting for Mr. Royce's car. | ||
| View original record | CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. + 4038 TELEPHONE: CHISWICK 4231 (4… | ||
| Scan181 | Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. discussing arrangements for a tank unit and requesting the facia board angle for Mr. Royce's car. | ||
| View original record | Messrs.Rolls-Royce,Ltd., Date 14.7.28. Page 2 on Tuesday afternoon, as to how we stand in the matter, so that we may make arrangements which will be mutually satisfactory, to send one of our people to… | ||
| Scan182 | From H.M. Hobson Ltd. confirming a wire chasing an order for a special tank unit top casting. | ||
| View original record | X4038 MEMORANDUM. London S.W. 16th July 1928. From H.M. Hobson Ltd. MOTOR CARS AND ALL ACCESSORIES, 47, Acton Vale, 29 Vauxhall Bridge Rd. W.3. Telephones 4670 VICTORIA. 4671 Telegrams ASSEMBLAGE,… | ||
| Scan183 | Request for a sketch of the Hobson Petrol Gauge to fit it into a new instrument patch. | ||
| View original record | X. 4038 Hs. from DA. DA2/M17.7.28. HOBSON PETROL GAUGE. We thank you for Hs/Rml/LG14.7.28., and are glad to note that the danger of breaking the gauge has been removed. Perhaps you could send us a… | ||
| Scan184 | Typed memo regarding the fitting of K-S petrol gauges and potential obstructions for front seat occupants. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Hs. (Copy to SM.) (" " De/Div.) +4038 Sg16/A/17.7.28. Re: K-S. Petrol Gauge. Referring to your Hs/Rm2/LG6.7.28. - we thank you for calling our attention to this point and have had the matter… | ||
| Scan185 | Modification to the K-S petrol gauge design by Claudel Hobson. | ||
| View original record | To C: from Hs/Rn. c. to CMB: DA. X4038 Hs/Rm3/LG17.7.28. K-S PETROL GAUGE. Messrs. Claudel Hobson have introduced a modification to the design of the dashboard petrol gauge which reduces the overall… | ||
| Scan186 | Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the calibration and final installation of a gauge on Mr. Royce's car by their representative, Mr. Holt. | ||
| View original record | 44038 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: CHISWICK 4231 (4… | ||
| Scan187 | Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. requesting blueprints for a balance unit for 20 HP and 40/50 HP models. | ||
| View original record | Expl: Dept: X4038 Hs/Rn3/LG. 19th. July 1928. Messrs. H.M.Hobson Ltd., 47-55 Acton Vale, London W.3. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Major Searight. Now that you have decided to fit the balance unit… | ||
| Scan188 | Letter discussing a persistent petrol gauge issue with Major Searight of Claudel Hobson's, and sending a new unit for testing. | ||
| View original record | X4038. Expl: Dept: Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby, Angleterre. 19th.,July 1929. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Sevres, Paris, France. MR. Hancock from Hs/Rn. We have explained the trouble which we have… | ||
| Scan189 | Disappointing radiator test results comparing new and old tube types. | ||
| View original record | -2- it comes to hand. Test on the radiator with larger gaps between the tubes has been rather disappointing. We cannot detect much difference between the restriction of the new and old type tubes. We… | ||
| Scan190 | Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding a blueprint for dash units and modifications to a casting for tank units. | ||
| View original record | 74038 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. TELEPHONE: CHISWICK 4231 (4 LINES). TELEGRAMS: "ASSEMBLAGE, LONDON." PLEASE ADDRESS ALL… | ||
| Scan191 | Letter regarding the installation of a gauge in a car, the dispatch of a blueprint, and coordination with coachbuilders. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., Date 20.7.28. Page 2 this blue-print to Mr. Day, Camacha, West Wittering, Mr. Chichester at the same time that we send one to you, and we hope to send these off not later… | ||
| Scan192 | Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. enclosing a blueprint for 20 HP and 40/50 HP dash units. | ||
| View original record | X4038 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: CHISWICK 4231 (4… | ||
| Scan193 | Blueprint for a 40-50 HP 20 Gallon De Luxe (P.B.) Dash Unit. | ||
| View original record | H.M. HOBSON, LTD 47-55 THE VALE, ACTON. W.3. TITLE: 40-50H.P. 20GALL DE LUXE (P.B) DASH UNIT PART N°: WHEN ORDERING QUOTE THIS DRAWING N° K.S.264.D. MATERIAL: Various PATTERN: STAMPING MACHINE WHERE… | ||
| Scan194 | Fault with the K-S petrol gauge and a proposed modification for improved air venting. | ||
| View original record | To EY. from Hs/Rm. c. to DA. +4038. Hs/Rm2/LG23.7.28. K-S TELEGAGE. Since we standardised the K-S petrol gauge they have brought out a scheme whereby there is no possibility of blowing the liquid out… | ||
| Scan195 | Modification to the 40/50 HP petrol tank filler to improve air release when refuelling. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. Hs/AJL/LG23.7.28. 40/50 HP. PETROL TANK FILLER. The air release on the 40/50 petrol tank has proved inadequate when the K-S telegage is used. If the air release is restricted at all, the… | ||
| Scan196 | Letter regarding a revised mask or dial for an instrument fitted to Mr. Royce's car. | ||
| View original record | CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: CHISWICK 4231 (4 LINES).… | ||
| Scan197 | Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. concerning the supply of instruments and modified top castings. | ||
| View original record | Messrs.Rolls-Royce,Ltd., Date 23. 7. 28. Page 2 up at approximately the same time. We will go ahead with a few more instruments and of this balance type, and await receipt of the modified in top… | ||
| Scan198 | Modifications to a casting for a Hobson petrol gauge to enable a full tank reading. | ||
| View original record | To DA: from Hs/Rn. c: to BY. X 4038 Hs/Rm2/LG24.7.28. HOBSON PETROL GAUGE. X4038 (crossed out) X8470 We have asked Messrs. Claudel Hobsons to send you details of their latest balanced pipe unit. The… | ||
| Scan199 | Complaining about the inaccuracy and uselessness of a petrol gauge on vehicle 10-G3. | ||
| View original record | S/W (Hs) X4034? PN.1/WT26.7.28. 10-G3. I omitted to mention in my memo PN2/WT23.7.28 that the petrol gauge fitted to 10-G3, though being decorative, was entirely useless as to the amount of petrol… | ||
| Scan200 | Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the supply and modification of Hobson Telegage units for a 40/50 HP car. | ||
| View original record | X4038 Expl: Dept: HS/RM3/LG. 13th. Aug. 1928. Messrs. H.M. Hobson Ltd., 47-55 Acton Vale, London W.3. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Major Searight. HOBSON TELEGAGE. We want a couple of units for the… | ||
| Scan201 | Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding a leaking gauge, testing findings, and recommendations for improving rubber quality. | ||
| View original record | X4038. filing Hs/Rn.4/MJ. August 13th.1929. Messrs.H.M.Hobson Ltd., 47-55,Acton Vale, London.W.3. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Major Searight. We thank you for your letter of the 25th.. ult. We… | ||
| Scan202 | The second page of a letter confirming a follow-up correspondence regarding a gauge. | ||
| View original record | -2- gauge in customers hands. We will write you further in the course of the next post or so. Yours faithfully, | ||
| Scan203 | Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the supply of two Telegages and the necessary modifications required. | ||
| View original record | X4038 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: CHISWICK 4231 (4… | ||
| Scan204 | Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. discussing tank alterations for gauges, enclosing a print of a special top plate, and mentioning Mr. Royce's car. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd. Date 14/8/28. Page 2. which is larger in diameter than the top plate fitted to the standard tank unit; consequently the holes are drilled on a different pitch circle. In view… | ||
| Scan205 | Blueprint of a casting for a component, showing multiple views and connections for an air line and an equaliser line. | ||
| View original record | H.M. HOBSON, LTD 47-55 THE VALE. ACTON.W.3. TITLE: ROLLS ROYCE TYPE [...] PLATE CASTING [...] PART N°: H-S 164B WHEN ORDERING QUOTE THIS DRAWING N° MATERIAL SPECIFICATION PATTERN STAMPING AIR LINE… | ||
| Scan206 | Letter regarding the return of a failed Gauge head for investigation. | ||
| View original record | X4038. filing Hs/Rm.5/MJ. August 15th,1939. Messrs.H.W.Hooson Ltd., 47-55, Acton Vale, London. W.3. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Major Searight. We are returning to you a Gauge head which appears… | ||
| Scan207 | Letter from H.M. Hobson, Ltd. regarding a modification to the Telegage dash board unit. | ||
| View original record | 44038 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: CHISWICK 4231 (4… | ||
| Scan208 | Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding the modification of tanks to take the top plate casting KS.1640 for the 40/50 HP model. | ||
| View original record | Expl: Dept: X4038 HS/RML/LG. 17th. Aug. 1928. Messrs. H.M.Hobson Ltd., 47-55 Acton Vale, London W.3. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Major Searight. With reference to your letter ref. AJC/AML. of the… | ||
| Scan209 | Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding pressure balance gauges for 40/50 HP cars. | ||
| View original record | XA038 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY AND TO THE DOMINION & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE FIRM, NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. TELEPHONE: CHISWICK 4231. (4… | ||
| Scan210 | Instructions for testing a liquid gauge instrument on a car under acceleration. | ||
| View original record | Messrs.Rolls-Royce, Ltd., Date 31. 8. 28. Page 2 you would test this point for us at the very first opportunity on fitting to a car. Before coupling up the instrument, set the liquid exactly to zero,… | ||