Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| Scan001 | Minutes from the 78th meeting regarding a suggestion to alter the specification for Watawata fan belts to the correct length to avoid waste. | ||
| View original record | 78th Meeting Nov. 18th.11. X96 Re suggestion 131. That we should order our Watawata fan belts of the correct length, and thus avoid waste. Mr Nadin informed the Committee that the length required on… | ||
| Scan002 | Meeting notes discussing the experimental replacement of a Watawata belt with a Whittle belt for driving the fan. | ||
| View original record | x 493 67th Meeting Oct. 30th. 11. Re Whittle belt for driving fan. It was suggested that we should get a Whittle belt in place of the Watawata for driving the fan, as an experiment. x 493 81st Meeting… | ||
| Scan003 | Record card for tests on a Whittle fan belt. | ||
| View original record | X493 Section. 1000 DESCRIPTION:- Whittle fan belt. Date sheet from office. Date Works instruction. Reported T.D. office. Date received. Material received. Reported to office. First Column: Date.… | ||
| Scan004 | Minutes from two committee meetings discussing the testing and use of Whittle belts for fan drives. | ||
| View original record | X493 97th Meeting 11th.Dec.11. Re Whittle Belt for Fan Drive. Mr Platford informed the Committee that he had this on test, and it was running successfully. The Committee agreed that this should be… | ||
| Scan005 | Response regarding a suggestion to use Whittle fan belts, advising that tests are currently proceeding. | ||
| View original record | Ref. 98(iv) Re Whittle Fan Belts. Mr Haldenby. 15/12/11 BB19/L151211. With reference to your suggestion that we should use whittle belts for the fan drive, we advise you that we have for some time… | ||
| Scan006 | Recommendation to adopt Whittle fan belts as standard due to superior longevity over Wata-Wata belts. | ||
| View original record | Mr Barrington for T.C. for belts RE WHITTLE FAN BELTS This is to confirm conversation I had with Mr Nadin re above to the effect that same should be adopted as standard. Taken allround these are more… | ||
| Scan007 | Departmental memo about a noise and knock issue caused by a kink in Whittle fan belts. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 813 (Two Lines). DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. This column is for Name of Person addressed. Mr Nadin DATE. 19/6/12 [Reference… | ||
| Scan008 | The performance and issues with a 1/2 inch Whittle belt for a dynamo drive after 10,000 miles of testing. | ||
| View original record | x493 3100. EP39/T191012 October 19th 1912. Mr Barrington for Mr Hadin and Mr Bailey. RE 1/2" WHITTLE BELT FOR DYNAMO DRIVE. This has been running on 1718 car for over 10,000 miles and was very… | ||
| Scan009 | Departmental memo discussing the standardisation of the 5/8 inch Whittle belt for the dynamo drive. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 475 (100 H) (L.L. 556. 26.8.12) E.P. 2385. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 813 (Two Lines). DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. This column is for Name of… | ||
| Scan010 | Departmental memo concerning the standardisation of a larger 3/4 inch whittle belt for the dynamo drive. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 475 (10M H) (L.L.556. 26.8.12) E.P. 2385. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 813 (TWO LINES). DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. This column is for Name of… | ||
| Scan011 | Experimental card detailing tests on dynamo belts for car lighting systems. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 611 (3 11) (P.P. 156. 15.11.12 G. 3060.) ROLLS-ROYCE Ltd. EXPERIMENTAL CARD. No. 4001 Issued 2.12.12. Subject Heading: Car lighting. Work to be Carried Out: Fit 3 1/2" dynamo belts (whittle) &… | ||
| Scan012 | Rig tests comparing the performance and stretch of 1/2 inch and 7/8 inch drive belts. | ||
| View original record | The 1/2" belt is not a satisfactory drive because it has to be kept so tight to get the max: output from the dynamo and if the max output is not obtained one is soon in trouble with the lights. With… | ||
| Scan013 | Re-testing of dynamo and fan belts to identify the causes of failures. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235a (150 H.) (LL 57. 18.10.12) E.P. 2762. R9/B10213. XH h.W.Wormald C.J. from F.H.R. for Mr. Wormald. Re Test of Dynamo Belts & Fan Belts. There seems little excuse now for sending out any of… | ||
| Scan014 | The testing of dynamo and fan belts, suggesting future improvements for comparison. | ||
| View original record | R.F. 235a (150 H.) (L.L. 57. 18.10.12) E.P. 276a. Test of Dynamo Belts and Fan Belts. If we had the three voltage supply three wire system mentioned in another letter i.e. 75V., 125V. & 200V. the… | ||
| Scan015 | Requesting the ordering of various belts for dynamo and fan testing. | ||
| View original record | H.R. 135A (1000) (FF281. 9.1.13) G 4988 AW/SM27/014213. Re X.196/A - BELTS FOR DYNAMO & FAN. Mr. Nadin. 14.2.13. You will note on Mr. Royce's memo R.9/B10213 attached that he requires tests to be made… | ||
| Scan016 | Requesting the design of an experimental rig for dynamo and fan belts as per Mr. Royce's instructions. | ||
| View original record | H.R. 235a (10011) (PP251. 9.1.13) G 4088 AW/SM25/014213. X.196/A - BELTS FOR DYNAMO & FAN. Mr. Nadin " for Moon. 14/2/13. We attach herewith copy of Mr. Royce's memo R9/B10213. Will you kindly see… | ||
| Scan017 | Belts for the dynamo and fan, and instructions for the design of an experimental rig. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 938A (1000) (FP251. 9.1.13) G 4088 AW/SM:26/014213. X.196/A - BELTS FOR DYNAMO & FAN. Mr. Hives. 14/2/13. We attach herewith copy of Mr. Royce's memo R9/B10213. The D.O. have been instructed re… | ||
| Scan018 | Alteration of a dynamo belt on a car for Williamson. | ||
| View original record | AW/SME3/014213. DYNAMO BELT - 1950S. - WILLIAMSON. Page Street. Mr. Chandler. Tonge. Arnold. 14/2/18. The dynamo belt on this Car is to be altered to # at the next suitable opportunity. p. A. Wormald.… | ||
| Scan019 | Requesting a comparative test of watta-watta and link whittle fan belts. | ||
| View original record | Mr Wormald. N4/B28212 [STAMP] 23 FEB 1912 L eCanadel, 23rd February 191 Members of the Technical Committee. Re Fan Belts. Please rig up some tackle to test, say, three watta-watta and three link… | ||
| Scan020 | Instruction to type some notes for Mr Royce, with two accompanying papers. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. To: Mr Worser 22 : 4 : 1913 Order No. Customer's No. X196 Herewith some notes to be typed for Mr Royce. Two papers waiting to go with them. Copy please. Signed: Jann… | ||
| Scan021 | Proposal for a belt test rig setup in the Test Shop. | ||
| View original record | Mr Royce Belt Tests X19G It is proposed to carry out these tests on the large bed plate in the Test Shop. Dynamo Belt Bed: A 6 HP motor is mounted on a C.I plate which has a tongue to fit in the T… | ||
| Scan022 | Note on a fan belt test, detailing necessary modifications to driving pulleys when using a standard fan. | ||
| View original record | Fan Belt Test. This is similar to Dynamo Belt Test but if a standard fan is to be used, it will be necessary to make the driving pulleys, on the countershaft, singly, otherwise the blades will foul.… | ||
| Scan023 | Proposing the methodology for Dynamo and Fan belt tests. | ||
| View original record | JA M/C23413. 22-4-13. Mr. Royce. BELT TESTS. X196. It is proposed to carry out these tests on the large bed plate in the Test Shop. Dynamo Belt Test. A 6 HP motor is mounted on a C.I. plate which has… | ||
| Scan024 | To Mr Royce regarding belt tests and accompanying documents. | ||
| View original record | AW/SM15/L23413 Re Belt Tests. - X.196. Mr Royce 23-4-13 We attach herewith Mr Moon's memo JAM1/C23413, and we have desptahced to you under separate cover two pencil tracings re same. p. A. Wormald. | ||
| Scan025 | Request to determine the pull transmitted by a Whittle Vee Belt under specific running conditions. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 222a (150 m) (XX.79. 8.7.13) E.P. 4584. C O P Y R.142 19-7-13. Mr. Wormald Mr. Mercer. Whittle Vee Belt. X.493. Will you please find what pull on HP a 5/8" Whittle Vee Belt will transmit when… | ||
| Scan026 | Instruction sheet for an experiment on an ice-making apparatus for Mr. Royce. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 657. (50M) (XX. 863. 2.6.13) E.P. 4349. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (Four Lines). Wor/SM5/C28713. Names and Indicating letter.… | ||
| Scan027 | The testing of a 'Basilica' fan belt against other comparable belts. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 657. (100H) (XX.831. 27.5.13) E.P. 4330. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (FOUR LINES). Handwritten top right: x196, x680 Names and… | ||
| Scan028 | Notes and tracings for Belt Test X.196. | ||
| View original record | R.R. (100H) (XX, 200, 30.7.13) E.P. 4696. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (Four Lines). Names and Indicating letter. Initial of person… | ||
| Scan029 | Instruction memo to Mr Miers regarding flywheel bursting tackle, a whittle belt, and parts sent to Mr Royce. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE W.M LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. No. 9 To... Mr Wormald (crossed out) Mr Miers Order No... Receiver's No... X [STAMP] RECEIVED Please note we have instructed Shops for following tackle Flywheel… | ||
| Scan030 | Proposal for a prolonged fan belt test using a custom-built rig. | ||
| View original record | BELT TEST X196 M2/129/13. The present Fan Stretching Rig cannot be spared for a prolonged test, we have therefore shown a similar rig (some parts of which we can borrow from present rig) largely… | ||
| Scan031 | Memo asking for advice on testing a tachometer and dynamo using lamps as resistance. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 657. (100H) (XX. 206. 30.7.13) E.P. 4696. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (Four Lines). Names and Indicating letter. Initial of person… | ||
| Scan032 | Proposing a new rig and procedure for testing fan belts, seeking advice on the methodology. | ||
| View original record | COPY. BELT TEST. X.196 M2/12913. R. The present Fan Stretching Rig cannot be spared for a prolonged test, we have therefore shown a similar rig (some parts of which we can borrow from present rig)… | ||
| Scan033 | Cover memo attaching Mr Moon's memo and sending a separate tracing of a rig for a belt test. | ||
| View original record | Wor/SM7/L12913. Re Belt Test. X.196 R. 12-9-13. We attach herewith a copy of Mr Moon's memo M2/12913 and we are sending under separate cover a tracing of the rig referred to. p. Wor. Attached:-… | ||
| Scan034 | Experiment testing a Basilica Fan Belt. | ||
| View original record | From Exp. Dept. Copies for: J. R. Na. X196 Wor/H120/L16913. September 16th.1913 Report on Experiment No.680. Basilica Fan Belt. This belt broke near the fastener after running 30 hours on the rig. The… | ||
| Scan035 | Design of a belt drive for a dynamo on seaplanes, including a sketch. | ||
| View original record | To Wor. for HY. from M.Olley. 15315 19/MO1/IB13315. COPY OC [Struck through] March 13th.1915. For driving the dynamo on seaplanes, we are thinking of adopting a drive somewhat as shown in the sketch… | ||
| Scan036 | Instruction note to Mr Mercer regarding the ordering of tackle for a test. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 26 (6 Doz.) (SA. 105. 23-12-14.) Bm. 725207. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. To... Mr Mercer Order No... Customer's No... X493 Please note that we have today ordered the necessary tackle for… | ||
| Scan037 | Performance calculations of Whittle belts and proposing further experiments with different pulley and chain drive configurations. | ||
| View original record | COPY. Wor. for Hy from R. Hy to J. [Handwritten Notes] DC [crossed out] 493 R3/IB9415. April 9th. 1915. -Re Whittle Belts.- -------------------- The weight of the whittle belt should be given, because… | ||
| Scan038 | Testing of a horizontal pulley and belt drive arrangement. | ||
| View original record | To Wsr. for Hy from R. Copy Also you might test if a longer horizontal drive gave much advantage, that is, could we run with the slack side at the top with either of these pulleys and transmit the 2… | ||
| Scan039 | Query regarding the suitability of a belt or chain drive for an aero starter dynamotor. | ||
| View original record | COPY. To Wor. for Hy. from R. Copy to J. Re Belt or Chain Drive for Aero Starter Dynamotor. We are anxious to know whether the 5/8" vee Whittle belt will transmit from a pulley of about 7" diameter to… | ||
| Scan040 | The failure of a leather magneto drive coupling for a 200 HP Aero Engine. | ||
| View original record | Wo E from R. Copy to J. " " Ma. " " Wor for EH. COPY. R7/IB29315. 29th. March, 1915. DC H/96 Re 200 HP Aero Engine. Magneto Drive. With reference to the broken leather on the magneto drive, I quite… | ||
| Scan041 | Specifications for a belt drive from an engine to a dynamo on Admiralty seaplanes. | ||
| View original record | To Wor. for Hy. from R. Copy to J. " " Na. " " E. MAR 31 '15 COPY. R8/IB29315. 29th. March, 1915. [Signature] Re Aero Engines. (Admiralty). With reference to the belt drive from the engine to the… | ||
| Scan042 | The testing of a Whittle belt drive for a dynamo-motor on an aero engine. | ||
| View original record | Wor/Hyl/LG2415. Re Proposed Whittle Belt Drive for Dynamo-Motor on Aero Engine. 2.4.15. J for R I notice that in your latest note R8/IB 29315 on this subject you refer to a ¾" belt, whereas in the two… | ||
| Scan043 | Proposed Whittle belt drive for a dynamo-motor on an aero engine. | ||
| View original record | Wor/Hyl/LG2415. Re Proposed Whittle Belt Drive for Dynamo-Motor on Aero Engine. 2.4.15. (2). J I send herewith two sheets of useful information supplied by the makers of the Whittle belt. R I should… | ||
| Scan044 | Performance calculations of Whittle belts and proposing further experiments. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. To Wor. for Hy from R. Copy to J. 12/4/15 fn. 12/4/15 R3/IB9415. April 9th. 1915. Re Whittle Belts. ------------------- The weight of the whittle belt should be given, because the tension due… | ||
| Scan045 | Testing different pulley and belt configurations for a 2 1/2 HP drive system. | ||
| View original record | To Wmr. for Hy from R. 2. R3/IB9415 Also you might test if a longer horizontal drive gave much advantage, that is, could we run with the slack side at the top with either of these pulleys and transmit… | ||
| Scan046 | Forwarding a note from Mr Royce regarding various drives for an Airship dynamo and requesting an order for materials to conduct tests. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 238A (300 H) (S.A. 353. 4-2-15) G. 0970. Wor/Hy3/1.12415. D info. M. 12.4.15. Na.c. I send herewith a note from Mr Royce regarding various drives for the Airship dynamo and should be glad if you… | ||
| Scan047 | Letter to The Whittle Belt Co. inquiring about the purpose and advantage of a rawhide link on a belt, in relation to tests for Admiralty work. | ||
| View original record | Wor/Mcr2/L12415. Handwritten: R 19/6. April 12th. 1915. Messrs The Whittle Belt Co., Warrington. Dear Sirs, We notice that on the ¾" Whittle Belt which you have recently supplied to us that there is a… | ||
| Scan048 | Correspondence with Hans Renold regarding a chain drive specification. | ||
| View original record | Mer RE WHITTLE BELTS. YOUR MEMO R3/IB9415. R. 14.4.15. M5/G14415. C.J. Regarding the chain drive that you ask for in the above memo, we have written to Hans Renold in the following manner:- " We are… | ||
| Scan049 | Letter detailing a quotation for chains and wheels, including pricing and technical specifications. | ||
| View original record | -2- R. C.J. you mention, and with a view to giving you as much information as possible, we enclose quotation E.25926 giving detailed particulars and prices of the gear put forward. Both wheels you… | ||
| Scan050 | Continuation page concerning a test and the enclosure of a sample chain from Hans Renolds. | ||
| View original record | -3- R. 14.4.15. M5/G14415. Contd. C.J. out the test. We enclose the sample chain mentioned by Hans Renolds. M. [Signature] | ||
| Scan051 | Letter from a supplier, Thomas Whittle & Sons Ltd., discussing the specifications and use of raw hide centres in Whittle Belting. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. THOMAS WHITTLE & SONS LTD. Rose & Crown Street, WARRINGTON. April 14th. 1915. Our ref. AH/FF. 14415. Your ref. Wor/Mcr2/L12415. Messrs Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby. Dear Sirs, We are in receipt of… | ||
| Scan052 | Letter from a supplier explaining the use of rawhide centers in their 'Whittle Belting' to improve tensile strength and prevent stretching. | ||
| View original record | Reply Thomas Whittle & Sons Ltd. Rose & Crown St. Warrington 14-11-10 Our ref - DM/SF. 14-11-10 Your ref - Wor/Mers2/L2110 Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd. Derby. BC/190 Dear Sirs, We are in receipt of your… | ||
| Scan053 | The testing of Whittle belts for an Aero Dynamo Drive, detailing performance issues and size recommendations. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hy. Copy to J. Wor/Hy3/L17415. April 17th. 1915. Re Whittle Belts for Aero Dynamo Drive. X.493 We have now received the 3/4" Whittle belt for the above experiment and are about to commence… | ||
| Scan054 | The testing of 5/8' and 3/4' Whittle belts for an Aero Dynamo Drive. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hy. Copy to J. Wor/Hy3/L17415. April 17th. 1915. Re Whittle Belts for Aero Dynamo Drive. I. 196 We have now received the 3/4" Whittle belt for the above experiment and are about to commence… | ||
| Scan055 | Rejecting a Hans Renolds chain sample and specifying requirements for a lighter, more cost-effective vee belt drive for aero work. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. To M. from R. Copy to J. " " Na. " " Wor. for Hy. R7/IB17415. April 17th. 1915. Re Whittle Belts. - M5/G14415. With reference to Hans Renolds chain, we return the sample, and are sorry to say… | ||
| Scan056 | The 100-hour test of a Whittle Belt for an Aero Engine Dynamo Drive. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hy. Copy to J. Wor/Hy5/L21515. May 21st.1915. Test of Whittle Belt for Aero Engine Dynamo Drive. We have now made a 100 hours test of the 5/8" Whittle belt with a horizontal drive and about… | ||
| Scan057 | Specifications for a horizontal drive system using 8' x 4' pulleys and 30' or over shaft centres. | ||
| View original record | Wor/Hy5/L.21515. 2. with 8" x 4" pulleys and 30" or over shaft centres would give entire satisfaction and transmit 2 1/2 HP reliably at about 3000 ft per min. The horizontal drive is much to be… | ||
| Scan058 | Rejection of a Hans Renolds chain and outlining requirements for a lighter, more affordable vee belt drive for aero work. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. x2198 To M. from R. Copy to Na. " " Wor. for Hy. COPY R7/IB17415. April 17th. 1915. Re Whittle Belts. - M5/G14415. With reference to Hans Renolds chain, we return the sample, and are sorry to… | ||
| Scan059 | The 100-hour test of a Whittle belt for a dynamo drive on aero engines. | ||
| View original record | From Exp. Dept. Copies to: R. J. Da. Na. Wor/Hy7/L3515. May 3rd. 1915. Re Dynamo Drive for Aero Engines. We have now tested the ¾" Whittle belt for 100 hours on 8" X 4" pulleys with 18" (about) shaft… | ||
| Scan060 | Test report on a Whittle Belt for an Aero Engine Dynamo Drive. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hy. Copy to J. 2C HY/J Wor/Hy5/L.21515. May 21st.1915. Test of Whittle Belt for Aero Engine Dynamo Drive. We have now made a 100 hours test of the ¾” Whittle belt with a horizontal drive… | ||
| Scan061 | Recommendation for pulley and drive specifications to transmit 2.5 HP. | ||
| View original record | Wer/HyS/L.1015. 2. with 8" x 4" pulleys and 30" or over shaft centres would give entire satisfaction and transmit 2 1/2 HP reliably at about 3000 ft per min. The horizontal drive is much to be… | ||
| Scan062 | Faulty Balata speed indicator belt for Chassis No. 7-CA, recommending a material change. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 225 a (400 T) S.C. 536. 15-2-16) G. 1546. X196 R14/W9916. 9thSeptember 1916. (EXTRACT) RE CHASSIS NO 7-CA. X.2626 SPEED INDICATOR. (Balata Belts) The belt of this came off for no apparent reason… | ||
| Scan063 | Trial of two special V link belts with fibre inserts. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235 B (200 T) (S.E. 10) 25-10-18. G. 2241. 67C EH. from BY/RB. X.3566 6?) BY/RB1/P4..19. X. 3438 Please receive herewith two special V link belts with fibre inserts. These are considered an… | ||
| Scan064 | Addressed to Mr. Hives requesting a report on a special type of belting supplied by Thomas G. Gooding. | ||
| View original record | X493 X493 1 BY/JH24/H. 27.6.19. Mr.Hives. X493 WHITTLE TYPE OF BELTING. A few weeks ago we supplied you with two lengths of a Special kind of belting with internal fibre surfaces. The maker, Thomas… | ||
| Scan065 | Comparison of American and English (Thomas Whittle & Sons) Whittle type belting, concluding the American product is superior. | ||
| View original record | By. from Bn. Copy to Hs. ------- X493 Bn2/W23819. ---------- RE WHITTLE TYPE BELTING. BY4/P28719. Mr. Hivés and I have considered carefully the two samples one the American, and the other that… | ||
| Scan066 | Potential rubbing issue with a special 'V' type driving belt on the dynamo pulley. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from BY. c. Bn. c. Wd. c. to Mr. Clough. COPY. BY17/P30.9.19. X.3566 DYNAMO. RE SPECIAL "V" TYPE BELTING WITH GREY FIBRE LINKS. X.576 Confirming my conversation of Friday last, will you kindly… | ||
| Scan067 | Querying the clearance of a new type of belt for the chassis dynamo drive and confirming it is on order. | ||
| View original record | CR EH. from EY. X.3566 BY7/P28.10.19. X 3566 RE CHASSIS DYNAMO DRIVE. -------------------------- X. 576 X.3438 Referring to the new type of belt, of which we submitted two lengths originally, one for… | ||
| Scan068 | Chasing a reply regarding the fitment of a special 'V' type dynamo belt with grey fibre links. | ||
| View original record | Hs. x. 3566. COPY. BY/JH8/H29.10.19. DYNAMO - RE SPECIAL "V" TYPE BELTING WITH GREY FIBRE LINKS. We have not yet received a reply to our BY/17P.30.9.19., in which we asked whether the old type of… | ||
| Scan069 | That the dynamo belting samples are too large for the dynamo pulley and require alteration. | ||
| View original record | To BY. from EH. c.c. to Mr Clough D.O. RE DYNAMO BELTING. X 3566 With reference to the Dynamo Belting which has the grey fibre inserts, we find that the samples of the belting which we have are too… | ||
| Scan070 | The failure of a special 9/16 'V' type belt during testing, recommending to continue with the standard Whittle belt. | ||
| View original record | X 3566 To BY. from Hs. c. to Bn. Hs5/LG11.12.19. X.3566. With reference to special 9/16 "V" type belt which you submitted a sample of. We have tried this and find that it is not satisfactory. The belt… | ||
| Scan071 | Investigation into the cause of dynamo noises, tracing it to vibrations from the Whittle belt. | ||
| View original record | X 493 To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to BN. c. to E. c. to Da. c. to EP. Hs1/LG18.12.19. X.516. RE DYNAMO NOISES. X.3014. X.493. X.3735A. It has been proved that practically the whole of the noise and… | ||
| Scan072 | Recommendation to adopt a spring on the tension rod to improve belt performance and prevent noise. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- Hsl/LG18.12.19. two alterations make a very great improvement. They do not make it quite as good as with the Dunlop belt but we consider they make it sufficiently good so that we shall not… | ||
| Scan073 | Investigation into dynamo noises, attributing them to belt vibrations and testing potential solutions. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to Bn. c. to E. c. to Da. c. to EP. X.3.7/35a Hs1/LG18.12.19. X.516. - RE DYNAMO NOISES. X.493. X.3772. X.3014. X.3.7/35a It has been proved that practically the whole of… | ||
| Scan074 | Dunlop belt and recommending the adoption of a spring on the tension rod. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- Hsl/LG18.12.19. with the Dunlop belt but we consider they make it sufficiently good so that we shall not receive complaints from customers We are getting in communication with the belt… | ||
| Scan075 | Dynamo belt noises and a proposed solution using an experimental half-link belt from Whittle. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Hs. c. to Wd. c. to Bn. x3435 Hs5/LG19.12.19. X.516. - RE DYNAMO BELT NOISES. & X.493. X.3014. X.3735. £ As you are awarem the Test Dept. are having considerable trouble with noiese caused… | ||
| Scan076 | Experimental solution for dynamo belt noises. | ||
| View original record | R.H. 235A - 100 T & SP 575, 16-1-19) G. 2354. X.493 To BY. from Hs. c. to Wd. c. to Bn. Hs5/LG19.12.19. X.516. - RE DYNAMO BELT NOISES. X.3014. X.493. As you are aware, the Test Dept. are having… | ||
| Scan077 | Letter from a supplier regarding noisy dynamo belts and a proposal to manufacture them differently to reduce noise. | ||
| View original record | X-37354 COPY. Messrs. Thomas Whittle & Sons, Ltd., Rose & Crown Street, Warrington. 2.1.20. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, Derby. Dear Sirs, X-37354 RE DYNAMO BELTS REF.… | ||
| Scan078 | Letter from a supplier, Thomas Whittle & Sons, Ltd., regarding a solution for noisy dynamo belts. | ||
| View original record | COPY. Messrs. Thomas Whittle & Sons, Ltd., Rose & Crown Street, Warrington. 2.1.20. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Rd., Derby. Dear Sirs, RE. DYNAMO BELTS. REF. Wd/Ms12/FJ31.12.19. We are in… | ||
| Scan079 | Letter from a supplier discussing a solution for noisy dynamo belts by reversing the leather grain. | ||
| View original record | COPY. Messrs. Thomas Whittle & Sons, Ltd., Rose & Crown Street, Warrington. 2.1.20. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Rd., Derby. Dear Sirs, RE DYNAMO BELTS. REF. Wd/Ms12/KJ31.12.19. We are in… | ||
| Scan080 | Sample of special leather belting for the chassis dynamo drive from the Whittle Company. | ||
| View original record | Hs. c. to BN. COPY. X.3735b. BY6/H5.1.10. X.576. CHASSIS DYNAMO DRIVE. X.3735b. x.493 I am sending you herewith a sample length of special belting supplied by the Whittle Company. The point in… | ||
| Scan081 | Sample of special belting from the Whittle Company for a chassis dynamo drive. | ||
| View original record | X.493 COPY. C. to RH. BY6/H5.1.20. X.37356 CHASSIS DYNAMO DRIVE. X.493 X.576 I am sending you herewith a sample length of special belting supplied by the Whittle Company. The point in question is that… | ||
| Scan082 | List of new parts fitted to a car scheduled for a 10,000-mile run, with remarks on the reasons for the changes. | ||
| View original record | X3735a Extract from Hs2/LG5.1.20. X.3743. - RE CAR TO RUN 10,000 MILES. X.3647. This car will leave here on Wednesday. It is fitted with the following new parts. New parts fitted. | Remarks. --- | ---… | ||
| Scan083 | Sample of special leather belting for the chassis dynamo drive from the Whittle Company. | ||
| View original record | Hs. c. to Bn. CR X 37354. COPY. BY6/H5.1.20. X.37354. CHASSIS DYNAMO DRIVE. I am sending you herewith a sample length of special belting supplied by the Whittle Company. The point in question is that… | ||
| Scan084 | Requesting that Messrs. Whittle and Sons send a technical representative to Derby to discuss the Dynamo Drive belts. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235 n 1200 T S.F. 671 22-5-19 G. 3036. To Hs. from Bn. X.3735 Bn3/W6.1.20. Re Dynamo Drive - Whittle Belts. With reference to BW/H5120 it appears most unlikely that the suggested change will help… | ||
| Scan085 | Request to arrange a meeting with Messrs Whittle & Sons to discuss dynamo drive belting. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235 s (50 T) S.F. 846 6-8-19: G. 2461. X 3735 BY/Mn12/H. 7. 1. 20. MS. C, Hs. S. Hn. RE DYNAMO DRIVE - WHITTLE BELTING. With reference to the above, will you please try to arrange with Messrs… | ||
| Scan086 | Extract from Mr. Maddock's report on an issue with a slack dynamo belt causing a clicking noise on Chassis 2EX. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235 a (50 T) (S.G. 504. 8-1-20) G. 7585. X-3735 Extract from Mr. Maddock's rept. on Chassis 2EX. 14.1.20. X.3647. X.3735. X.2496. The dynamo belt was found too slack again so a half link was… | ||
| Scan087 | Issues with noisy Lucas dynamos, attributing the fault to the belt drive and recommending a retrospective improvement. | ||
| View original record | PN. from EP. c. to BJ. c. to R. c. to CJ. c. to Bn. c. to Ck. c. to E. c. to Da. c. to Hs. c. to Wor, X 3435 EB13/F16.1.20. X.3014. - RE NOISY LUCAS DYNAMOS. X.3772. X.516. X.3735. With reference to… | ||
| Scan088 | Follow-up memo regarding noise issues with the Dynamo Drive and modified Whittle Belt, requesting an update. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 255 a (200 T) S.F. 673. 29-5-19 (C. 376) X.3435 To By. From Bn. Copy to Hs. Ck. Bn11/W22.1.20. X.3435 Re Dynamo Drive and modified Whittle Belt. Some time ago we pressed you to arrange for a… | ||
| Scan089 | Requesting a note on an interview concerning a Dynamo Drive and modified Whittle Belt. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 215 = 100 T: S.F. 673. 22-5-19 (G. 376) To Hs. from Bn. Copy to Ck. X 3y35 Bn4/W23.1.20. X 3y35 Re Dynamo Drive and modified Whittle Belt. With reference to Bn11/W22120, copy sent to you, Mr.… | ||
| Scan090 | Notes on parts sent from the United States for experiment, including a Whittle type link belt. | ||
| View original record | RR 235 a (200 T) (S.F. 105. 25-10-18 G. 2244 X.3894. Jan. 30/20 X.3893. Parts sent from States for experiment. X.3894. Whittle type link belt of American make. | ||
| Scan091 | Chasing a reply from the Whittle Belt Company regarding a noisy belt. | ||
| View original record | Ms. From Hs. c. to En. CK x3735 Hs7/LC4. 2. 20. x.3735 RE WHITTLE BELT. Sometime ago we had a representative over here from the Whittle Belt Company. We demonstrated to him the noise we had with the… | ||
| Scan092 | Typed memo quoting a letter received from Thos. Whittle & Sons. Ltd. of Warrington. | ||
| View original record | H. CK. X3735 Wd/Ms5/FJ12.2.20 With reference to your memo. Hs7/LG4,2,20, the following is copy of a letter dated 11th. inst. to hand this morning from Thos. Whittle & Sons.Ltd., Warrington:- "We are… | ||
| Scan093 | Awaiting a reply from Thos. Whittle & Sons regarding a new Dynamometer Drive. | ||
| View original record | To Ms. From Hs. X.37/35 C.R. Hs6/LG23.2.20. With reference to your Wd/Ms5/FJ12.2.20., we are anxiously waiting a reply from Thos. Whittle & Sons. with reference to the new type Dynamometer Drive which… | ||
| Scan094 | Letter from Thomas Whittle & Sons, Ltd. regarding a sample special belt for Dynamo Drives. | ||
| View original record | X.3735 COPY. From:- Thomas Whittle & Sons, Ltd., Rose & Crown Street, Warrington. 27th. Feb. 1920 Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Rd., Derby. Dear Sirs, X.3735 Ref:- Wd/Ms6/NJ24.2.20. We are in… | ||
| Scan095 | List of proposed modifications and additions for a trials car chassis intended for the American company. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 735 A (100 T) (N.Y. 846 6-8-19) G. 2400 X.3735 Extract from EP7/F4.3.20. X.3719. RE TRIALS CAR FOR THE AMERICAN COMPANY. It has occurred to us that there are several other items which we consider… | ||
| Scan096 | Listing various automotive parts received from Mr. Olley for inspection and testing. | ||
| View original record | X.3897 To Hs. from E. a. to CJ. b. to BK. c. to CK. E5/04.3.20. We send you herewith the following list of parts received from Mr. Olley, for inspection and test:- X.3902 1 Foxboro Thermometer. X.3897… | ||
| Scan097 | Sending a special sample 5/8' wide Whittle belt for a chassis dynamo to stop a humming noise. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 28A n 200 T) (S.E. 573, 22-5-19) G. 2276. x3735 U.W. Hs. from BY. CHASSIS - DYNAMO. RE SPECIAL WHITTLE BELT. BY5-P5.3.20., Mr. Hancock We are sending you herewith a special sample pitch 5/8" wide… | ||
| Scan098 | The forwarding of sample Whittle type fan belts for experimental testing. | ||
| View original record | X.3897 To Bn. from Srn. c. to E. c. to Hs. c. to Mr. Humpston. EFC Srn1/G25.3.20. X.3893. RE FAN BELTS. X.3897 X.3979 We are forwarding to you today three sample Whittle type fan belts for… | ||
| Scan099 | The satisfactory test of a sample Whittle belt with shorter links and a request for more to test on car dynamos. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235 b (50 T) (S F. 846, 6-8-19) G. 2461. X.3735 To BY. From Hs. c. to BH. c. to Da. c. to Ms. C-K. Hs5/LG18.3.20. X.3735 RE. WHITTLE BELT WITH SHORTER LINKS. We have run the sample belt made up… | ||
| Scan100 | Requesting an order for one dozen Whittle driving belts for the chassis dynamo. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235 A (100 T) (S F. 846. 6-8-19) G. 2400 X.3735a OO. from BY. C. Hc. c. En. EFC BY3/P22.3.20. CHASSIS - DYNAMO. X.3735a RE WHITTLE DRIVING BELT MADE UP BY MEANS OF HALF LINKS, BUT REMAINING THE… | ||
| Scan101 | Request to order a sample 'Forward Patent Endless Belt' for testing as a possible alternative for the dynamo drive. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 33A s 200 T: (S.F. 674. 22-5-19) G. 2376 X 3970 DA/Stt11/EF26. 3. 20. To Mr. Mills. C. to EFC. HS. X 3970 - The Forward Patent Endless Belt. X 876 We wish to have a sample Belt of this make… | ||
| Scan102 | Notification of the receipt of brush contact springs from Geo. Salter & Co. and endless belts from The Forward Sparking Plug Co. | ||
| View original record | R.R 235a (100 T) (N.F. 846. 6-8-19) G. 7460. X 3970 Mr. Clark, from O.O. Wd/Dnl/HP1.4.20. X.3740. X.3886. Please note that we have received from Messrs. Geo. Salter & Co., 16 Brush Contact Springs… | ||
| Scan103 | 10,000-mile chassis test, detailing a battery issue and a list of parts for standardisation. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235 A (100 T) (S & V 846 6-8-19) G. 2469 X 3735. X.3743 - 2E.X. Chassis - 10,000 mile Test. Contd. -3- Hsl/LG9.4.20. X.607. 5. Smaller size battery. The standard battery we are now using is 55… | ||
| Scan104 | The testing of an American Whittle fan belt, with recommendations for using tanned leather belts with smaller links. | ||
| View original record | X.3894 Srn. from Hs. c. to OY. c. to BN. EFC c. to Mr. Humpston. Hsl/LG19.4.20. X.3894. RE FAN BELTS. X.3438 X3979 X.3566. X.876 With reference to your memo. Srnl/G25320., we have carried out tests on… | ||
| Scan105 | 10,000-mile run of electrical parts on the 2.EX car, detailing issues with the dynamo. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235 B (50 T) (S.G. 504. 8-1-30) G. 2585. X.3735 Extract from Hs6/LG20.4.20. X.3647a. ELECTRICAL PARTS RUN 10,000 MILES ON 2.EX CAR. X.3743 X.3014b. 5. Dynamo. X.3749. X.3735. The Lucas dynamo and… | ||
| Scan106 | The procurement and dispatch of half a dozen half-link type Whittle Belting for a chassis dynamo. | ||
| View original record | X3785 BY16/H. 20. 4. 20. Hs. CHASSIS DYNAMO. RE DRIVING BELT. With reference to your memo asking for half a dozen more of the half-link type Whittle Belting, I have obtained these, and am sending them… | ||
| Scan107 | Receipt and distribution of half a dozen Whittle belts for the Dynamo Drive. | ||
| View original record | X3735. Hs. from BY. c.c. FP. BY5-P21.4.20. CHASSIS - DYNAMO DRIVE. RE BELT DRIVE. We have now received the further half dozen Whittle belts made up in 3/4 links for the Dynamo Drive. We are sending… | ||
| Scan108 | Dispatch of 6 Whittle Fan Belts with shorter links for testing. | ||
| View original record | To EP. From Hs. EFC X3735 29 APR 1920 Hs1/LG29.4.20. X3735 FAN BELTS WITH SHORTER LINKS. X3738 We hand you herewith 6 Whittle Fan Belts made up with shorter links. We would like you to test these on… | ||
| Scan109 | The trial of a 'Forward Patent Endless Belt' as a potential alternative for the dynamo drive. | ||
| View original record | X3970 To HS From DA./STT. Copy to EFC. DA/STT3/CB3-6-20 X3970 - THE FORWARD PATENT ENDLESS BELT. --------------------------------- We return you herewith the two samples of the above belt which we… | ||
| Scan110 | The unreliability of American-made fibre-link Whittle fan belts compared to standard all-leather or raw-hide alternatives. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 199 (RyoT) (SDo76 19-7-17) MP18686s x3566 COPY. To R. from S. c. to CJ. c. to BN. c. to CY. c. to WA. c. to L. c. to DA. c. to BY. 9FC HS/LC19.7.20. x3897 RE - FAN AND WHITTLE BELTS FOR AMERICAN… | ||
| Scan111 | Reliability of American Whittle type fan belts and proposing a raw hide alternative. | ||
| View original record | x 3897 To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to Bn. c. to Oy. c. to Ne. c. to E. c. to Da. c. to By. Hs8/LG19.7.20. X.3979. RE FAN AND WHITTLE BELTS FOR AMERICAN. R.R. CHASSIS. X.3897. X.3566 We have received… | ||
| Scan112 | Listing the receipt of various parts and components from suppliers. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (100 T) (S. G. 643, 19-2-20) G 2618 X.3970a Mr Clark. from C.O. Wd/Dnll/HP27720. 27th July.1920. X.2065. Please note we have received from The General Electric Co.Ltd., 6, 4 volt, 4 cp,… | ||
| Scan113 | Letter from the American branch regarding battery and dynamo issues on new chassis cars. | ||
| View original record | X37357 Oy5/G - 3.9.20. September, 3rd. 1920. Mr. Claude Johnson, Managing Director, Rolls-Royce Ltd., 15 Conduit Street, London, England. Re: New Chassis Troubles. Dear Sir:- Mr. Hulley reports that… | ||
| Scan114 | Issues with noisy and poorly fitting Whittle belts for the dynamo and fan drives. | ||
| View original record | x 3735 A.T. BT. c. to BH. c. to HS. (see note) EP2/F6.9.20. RE. UNSATISFACTORY WHITTLE BELTS. The complaint of these belts being unsatisfactory as regards causing noise on the dynamo drive is still… | ||
| Scan115 | Requesting a report on U.S.A. manufactured fan belts following an offer that would result in a substantial financial loss. | ||
| View original record | Hs. X3897 Wd/Ms15/FJ12.9.21. Re U.S.A. manufactured Fan Belts. On January 6th last Mr.Whitehead forwarded to you a copy of a letter we had received from Mr.Thos.J.Gooding of 24, South Knighton Road,… | ||
| Scan116 | Order for 250 half link Whittle belts for chassis dynamos. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 238m (50T) (S.G. 755, 24-8-20) G. 8650 X.37352 SEP 19 1920 Ms. from BY/Mtn. c. Hs. c. EFC. BY/Mtn4/P20.9.20. RECEIVED CHASSIS - DYNAMOS. RE HALF LINK WHITTLE BELTS. ------------------------- Will… | ||
| Scan117 | Letter regarding U.S.A. manufactured fan belts. | ||
| View original record | X3897 Hs. Wd/Ms16/FJ21.9.21. Re U.S.A.manufactured Fan Belts. With reference to yours Hs8/LG16.9.21, we attach hereto copy of the letter referred to in ours Wd/Ms15/FJ12.9.21. Wd/Ms. [Signature]… | ||
| Scan118 | Responding to queries about battery charging, dynamo operation, and drive belt tension. | ||
| View original record | x3735 ROLLS Royce of America Inc. Springfield, Mass. By3/P24.9.20, x3735 x.4211 X.60746 X376 3770 Referring to Qy5/G3.9.20, the actual facts of the case are as follows:- (1) It is quite agreed that if… | ||
| Scan119 | Page 2 of a letter regarding apparent weaknesses in an electrical system and standardizing an improved dynamo. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- ByS/P24.9.20. EFC. tells me he has informed you of the above apparent weaknesses in the electrical system, and further we have also pointed out that in view of the features we are… | ||
| Scan120 | Standardisation sheets for Castrol 'E' Oil, a Whittle belt, and a silencer. | ||
| View original record | X3735 To BA. from Hs/AT. By. Da. EP. PM. Hs/AT4.10.20. RE STANDARDISATION SHEETS. Herewith please receive standardisation sheets for the following:- X.1583. Wakefield Castrol "E" Oil. X.3735. Whittle… | ||
| Scan121 | Extract discussing new chassis troubles and the electrical outfit on post-war cars. | ||
| View original record | x3y35 Extract from O/2/G/10.20. X.3014b. Re New Chassis Troubles. X.516. Electrical Outfit on Post-War Cars. X.294. X.3735. I have wondered if the heat in the pan coupled with oil which may be about… | ||
| Scan122 | Vibration issues with the Dynamo Whittle belt and proposing shorter links as a solution. | ||
| View original record | To B.J. From Hs. X 3735 RECEIVED Hs6/LG13.10.20. X.3735 RE DYNAMO WHITTLE BELT. With reference to the returned standardisation sheet (attached). With the present dynamo belt at very low speeds it… | ||
| Scan123 | The unsatisfactory performance and issues with leather and grey fibre fan belts. | ||
| View original record | c o p y. EP/Mx7/F20.10.20. By. C. to Wd. ---------- X.3566. X.3438. The fan belts at present fitted to chassis, which have links composed of leather and grey fibre, are very unsatisfactory, the hole… | ||
| Scan124 | Standardisation sheet for a Whittle Belt with shorter links for the Dynamo Drive. | ||
| View original record | X.3735- To R. from Hs/AT. CJ. Wor. Bn. By. EB. Da. PN. Rd. Hs/AT22.10.20. X.3735.- WHITTLE BELT WITH SHORTER LINKS. DYNAMO DRIVE. Herewith please receive standardisation sheet for the above. This is… | ||
| Scan125 | Standardisation of a Whittle belt with shorter links to reduce noise. | ||
| View original record | R R 745 (3 H) (S.H. 187, 20-8-20) G. 2807. COMPLETED. 22.10.20 STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Date: 4.10.20. X No. 3735. Drawing No. Part List. F.7300. Description of Parts. X.3735 Whittle belt… | ||
| Scan126 | Test report on special fan belts and the potential scrap cost of reverting to the Whittle belt type. | ||
| View original record | X3566 Hs from By. c. to EFC. P By20/H25.10.20. X.3438. FAN. X.3566. I attach herewith test department report on the special fan belts. I have enquired into this matter and find that it will occasion… | ||
| Scan127 | Issues with Whittle type fan belts with fibre inserts, recommending their disposal due to noise and breakage. | ||
| View original record | To BY. from HS. c. to Wd. c. to EP. OCT 18 1920 X3566 RECEIVED. Hs3/LG28.10.20. X.3566. RE. FAN BELTS WITH FIBRE INSERTS. X.3438 We agree with the Test Department that the Whittle type belts with the… | ||
| Scan128 | Replacement of fan drive belts due to vibration issues and the management of existing stock. | ||
| View original record | X3566 Mr. Shelton from By. c. Sft. c. Wd. c. Ms. c. Hs. c. EP. c. to EFC. By10/P29.10.20. X.3438. FAN DRIVE. RE BELTS. X.3566. Please note that the Experimental and Test Dept., are definitely in… | ||
| Scan129 | Selection of a new fan drive belt and the sale of condemned belts. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- By 10/P29.10.20. type. We think that finally for the fan drive the latest sample of belt, which is approximately half way between the original standard Whittle and the half link Whittle,… | ||
| Scan130 | The testing of a special Whittle fan belt, noting its poor fit on the pulleys. | ||
| View original record | To BY. from Hs. X.2735 RECEIVED. Hs3/LG6.11.20. RE WHITTLE FAN BELTS. We have tested the length of special Whittle Belt. This belt is of the standard Whittle type except that the pitch of the links is… | ||
| Scan131 | Letter from a supplier, Thos. J. Gooding, concerning the discontinuation and material specification of V.Link fan belts. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 283a. (50 T) S.H. 986. 19-2-21) G. 2008 Copy of letter received from:- THOS. J. GOODING, 24, South Knighton Rd., LEICESTER. January 5/21. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, Derby. Dear… | ||
| Scan132 | The failure of half link Whittle belts for the dynamo drive, noting issues with unreliability, breakage, and noise. | ||
| View original record | X3735 A.T. BY. C. to Hs. EP1/F6.1.21. RE. FAULTY HALF LINK WHITTLE BELTS FOR DYNAMO DRIVE. We still continue to have trouble with the above belts. Although they are an improvement as regards having… | ||
| Scan133 | Critique of a proposed special Whittle belt for a chassis fan drive, advocating for a more elastic design. | ||
| View original record | R.R. Y35A (100 T) (S.H. 159, 11-8-20) G. P590 X 493 X 3438 H. Memo from BY. c. EFC. c. WGR. X3438 X493 CHASSIS - FAN DRIVE. RE SPECIAL WHITTLE BELT PROPOSED BY L. ESSENHIGH, 20 GRAPPENHALL ROAD?… | ||
| Scan134 | Offer of a patented fan and dynamo belt for testing. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 233 a (50 T) (S.F. 846, 6-8-13) G. 2461. x49s x3438 RECEIVED Hs. from Wd. c. to By. c. to EP. c. to Me. Fan & Dynamo Belts. Hereto attached is copy SH of a letter from L.Essenhigh, of Warrington,… | ||
| Scan135 | Letter from L. Essenhigh offering a patented Vee Leather Belt for driving fans and dynamos for testing purposes. | ||
| View original record | Sa (100 T) (S H. 728. 10-12-20) G. 1947 COPY OF A LETTER RECEIVED FROM:- L. ESSENHIGH, 20, GRAPPENHALL ROAD, LATCHFORD, WARRINGTON. E/W. January, 29th 1921. Dear Sirs, During the past few years I have… | ||
| Scan136 | Fan & Dynamo Belts, referencing a further letter and an attached sample. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Wd. c.to By. c.to Eb. c.to Ms. X493 X3438 Wd3/NJ4.2.21. Fan & Dynamo Belts. Further to mine Wd4/NJ31.1.21 and to By7/P31.1.21, I send you herewith copy of a further letter from L.Essenhigh,… | ||
| Scan137 | Copy of a letter from L. Essenhigh to the Purchasing Dept. regarding a new belt design and offering a sample for testing. | ||
| View original record | S.R. 983A (100 T) (S H. 798. 10-12-20) G 2247 COPY OF A LETTER RECEIVED FROM:- L. ESSENHIGH, 20, GRAPPENHALL ROAD, LATCHFORD, WARRINGTON. E/W. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, Derby.… | ||
| Scan138 | The unsuitability of a sample fan dynamo belt due to noise and the need for lubrication. | ||
| View original record | X.3438 E.F.C. x493 To Wd. from Hs. Hs1/LGS.2.21. X.3438 RE. FAN DYNAMO BELTS. With reference to your Wd3/NJ4.2.21 attached to which is a letter from L.Essenhigh dated the 3rd.inst. and sample of belt.… | ||
| Scan139 | Extract regarding the lengthened Lucas dynamo, specifying the use of a short linked Whittle belt and spring control. | ||
| View original record | x3735 Extract from R4/G20.4.21. RE LENGTHENED LUCAS DYNAMO. X.3735. X.3772. We must see that the short linked Whittle belt is used, and the spring control of the position of the dynamo. | ||
| Scan140 | Extract detailing a complaint that dynamo belts are insufficiently stretched, causing them to slacken on cars for the American market. | ||
| View original record | X3736 Extract from EP/Thn6/H6.7.21. X.3719. RE CARS FOR AMERICA. X3736 Item 5. Dynamo Belts. Mr. Platford complains that dynamo belts become slack through not having been sufficiently stretched. These… | ||
| Scan141 | Decision to switch to half link Whittle Belts for the fan and dynamo on the 40/50 chassis to eliminate a drumming noise. | ||
| View original record | X. 3735 Wd. from BY. c. to Mr. Shelton. c. to HS. c. to EP. c. to Sft. c. to D/BP. BY6/P21.7.22. 40/50 CHASSIS - FAN X.3438. X.3735 As a result of a series of tests which have been tried, it has been… | ||
| Scan142 | Expected vibration complaints on 40/50 chassis models, comparing closed cars to open cars. | ||
| View original record | X196 To BJ. from Hs. c. to R. c. to CJ. c. to Wor. c. to BY c. to EF. c. to PN. c. to Br. Hs1/LG22.7.22. COMPLAINTS OF VIBRATION FROM 40/50 CHASSIS. X.4299. X.196 X.634 BJ13/H20.7.22. The reason we… | ||
| Scan143 | Axle gear ratios and fan belt vibrations in pre-war cars. | ||
| View original record | contd:- -2- was typical on the pre war cars. We have the impression at the Works that the 14-tooth axle for light open cars, is wrong. The disadvantages may not be apparent with a new car but when the… | ||
| Scan144 | Requesting testing for two types of fan belts submitted by The Dermatine Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | - from ROY/Ms. c. to Hs. Y4553 ROY/Ms3/DB26.9.22. Fan Belts. The Dermatine Co. Ltd., are submitting to us the following round fan belts:- 2 off Solid Proofed Canvas only. 2 off Canvas with Dermatine… | ||
| Scan145 | Comparative durability testing of fan belts from the Dermatine Company against those from Dunlop. | ||
| View original record | X4553 Hs. from BY. BY7-P27.9.22. RECEIVED 40/50 FAN. X.4551 The belts which I handed you today were produced by the Dermatine Company - it is questionable whether they will be any better than the… | ||
| Scan146 | Requesting an opinion on a new pattern fan belt supplied for testing by Messrs. Ramsdens Ltd. | ||
| View original record | *4651 BF. c. to Hs. HO/SDP ROY/Ms7/DB18.6.23. Please receive herewith new pattern Fan Belt which Messrs. Ramsdens Ltd., of Halifax have supplied for test. We shall be pleased to receive your opinion… | ||
| Scan147 | The testing of a fan belt from Ramsdens Ltd, which was found to be noisy. | ||
| View original record | Roy. from Hs. 44651 Hs1/LG28.6.23. Roy/Ms7/DB18.6.23. With reference to the Fan Belt supplied by Messrs. Ramsdens Ltd., of Halifax. We have tested this belt and find it is not satisfactory because of… | ||
| Scan148 | The return of a modified Brammer belt from Ramsdens Ltd. designed to eliminate noise. | ||
| View original record | Hs. X4551 ROY/Ms1/DB11.7.23. BRAMMER BELT. Your ref.- Hsl/LG28.6.23. We attach hereto copy of letter we have received from Messrs. Ramsdens Ltd., They have returned the belt and believe that it is so… | ||
| Scan149 | From GWH to Mr. Hives regarding the fitting of a 4.EX dynamo drive Ormerod belt to cure vibrations. | ||
| View original record | Mr. Hives from GWH. X196 9.11.23. We have fitted 4.EX dynamo drive an Ormerod Belt. This entailed a lot of work as dismantling coupling, taking driving pulley off shaft as there is no room to pass an… | ||
| Scan150 | Request for a progress report on sample endless and jointless belts for fan and dynamo drives made by J. & W. H. Ormerod Ltd. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Wd. F.R. X196 Wd1/NJ3.1.24. Endless and Jointless Belts for Fan and Dynamo Drives made by J.& W.H.Ormerod Ltd. These people are anxious to have a report regarding the sample belts supplied… | ||
| Scan151 | The performance of endless and jointless belts for fan and dynamo drives. | ||
| View original record | Wd. from Hs. x196 Hs4/LG3.1.24. ENDLESS AND JOINTLESS BELTS FOR FAN AND DYNAMO DRIVES. So far we have not been able to run these belts successfully on the Fan but we have had one which has completed… | ||
| Scan152 | Ormerod stitched 3-ply fan belt for a 20 HP engine being too soft and pliable. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from TMW. X196 9.1.24 RE. ORMEROD STITCHED FAN BELT - 3-PLY. FOR 20 HP. This is too soft and pliable and even when tightly adjusted, wobbles on the slack side so much that it continually fouls… | ||
| Scan153 | Ongoing issues with fan and dynamo belts and the search for a satisfactory replacement. | ||
| View original record | Hs. c. BY. c. SMM. c. Wd. X196 EP1/H11.3.24. re. Fan & Dynamo Belts. We are still having a considerable amount of trouble with fan and dynamo belts, and a lot of time and money is being spent in the… | ||
| Scan154 | Requesting an order of six superior fan and dynamo belts for testing on experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | V1996 I [crossed out] X196 Wd. c. Hs. c. Sft. c. FP. ---------- BY/HM9/H. 18. 3. 24. ------------------------ RE FAN & DYNAMO BELTS. -------------------- Referring to EP1/H. 11. 3. 24. the belt… | ||
| Scan155 | Despatch of two special fan belts for experimental cars to Mr. Robotham in France. | ||
| View original record | X196 To BP. from Hs. c. to Mr. Chatwin. Hs9/LG27.3.24. 'We are sending into the Stores - 2 special Fan belts. Will you please have these despatched to - Mr. Robotham, Hotel de France, Chateauroux,… | ||
| Scan156 | Letter regarding the dispatch and testing of two special Fan Belts in France. | ||
| View original record | X196 Expl: Dept: Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby, England. 27th. Mar. 1924. Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. Rm. from Hs. We are sending to you today addressed to Hotel de France,… | ||
| Scan157 | Return of a faulty Maximaire fan belt that had split after 2,000 miles. | ||
| View original record | X196 To BY. from Hs. c. to Wd. Hs3/LG29.3.24. MAXIMAIRE FAN BELT. We are returning to you one of the above fan belts made by the Dayton Rubber Co. You will see that this belt has commenced to split… | ||
| Scan158 | Urgent internal memo regarding the decision to reorder Whittle fan drive belts or adopt a new standard for the U series. | ||
| View original record | X4651 Hs. c. Wd/Me BY6-P7.4.24. FAN DRIVE BELTS. We are on the verge of ordering more Whittle Belts in conjunction with the ordinary routine in ordering material for U. series. I would like to know… | ||
| Scan159 | Reliability of a 'Brammer' fan belt compared to a 'Whittle' belt after testing. | ||
| View original record | BY. from Hs. X196 Hs2/LG10.4.24. FAN BELTS. None of the Fan Belts we have been testing have equalled the 'Whittle' for reliability. We are sending you the Brammer Belt made by Ramsdens Ltd. Halifax… | ||
| Scan160 | The testing of a Brammer Patent Fan Belt. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 403A (40 H) (SL 42 12-7-23). J.H., D. EXPERIMENTAL REPORT. Expl. No. REF? 10-4-24 Brammer Patent Fan Belt. Herewith sample of the above belt supplied for test Jan. 3rd & fitted to #G.II, since… | ||
| Scan161 | Test report on a 3-ply leather Ormerod fan belt for a 20 HP car, which failed due to being too pliable. | ||
| View original record | To BY. from Hs. c. to Wd. X196 Hs2/LG2.5.24. ORMEROD FAN BELT. One of the above has been supplied for test being 3-ply leather stitched together, for 20 HP. car. It is too soft and pliable however,… | ||
| Scan162 | Failure of Brammer belts, relaying the manufacturer's opinion that incorrect dressing was applied. | ||
| View original record | 44651 Bf. from ROY. c. to Hs. ROY1/MG2.5.24 re Brammer Belts made by Ramsdens BY4/P11.4.24 With reference to the Belting returned to Messrs. H.Brammer & Co.Ltd in accordance with the above Memo., we… | ||
| Scan163 | Testing of a special type of fan belt. | ||
| View original record | X196 Hs. BY/MD7/H. 19. 6. 23. RE SPECIAL TYPE FAN BELTS. We are handing you herewith a special type fan belt referred to in Roy's memo Roy/Ms7/DB. 18.6.23. We take it you will test out this belt at… | ||
| Scan164 | Recommending the immediate testing of special American fan and dynamo belts to resolve a noise issue on 40/50 HP cars. | ||
| View original record | X196 c. Hs. EP/Tmm4/H11.7.24. re. Fan and Dynamo Belts. 40/50 HP. Cars. With reference to the previous correspondence which has passed with regard to the above, in view of the amount of time and… | ||
| Scan165 | Expressing caution about changing fan and dynamo belts, referencing a previous costly mistake. | ||
| View original record | X196 EP. c. Hs. BY4/H. 14. 7. 24. FAN AND DYNAMO BELTS. Referring to EP/Thn4/H. 11. 7. 24. we are desirous of trying out any form of belt for the above service which holds out a reasonable chance of… | ||
| Scan166 | Letter from a supplier, H. Brammer & Co. Ltd, addressing a complaint about their endless non-slip belting. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams: "NONSLIP" Telephone 26721 X4657 [Logo: CHEAPEST FLEXIBLE NON-SLIP ENDLESS AND BEST] H. BRAMMER & CO. LTD. 207, Kirkstall Road LEEDS MANUFACTURERS AND PATENTEES OF BRAMMER ENDLESS, NON-SLIP… | ||
| Scan167 | Failure of Delco Remy fan belts after testing. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. Dolman O.O. from Hs. X196 Hs5/LG1 8.8.24. RE. DELCO REMY FAN BELTS. With reference to the belts which were received here last December. These belts were tested and failed after running 2/3000… | ||
| Scan168 | The performance of a 3-piece 'Brammer' type fan and dynamo belt after road testing. | ||
| View original record | +4657 Hs. EP3/H13.9.24. re. Fan & Dynamo Belts. (3-piece "Brammer" type.) With reference to your request for a report on the above - we return herewith a belt which has run 6,326 miles on the… | ||
| Scan169 | The ordering, standardisation, and service testing of 'Brammer' fan belts. | ||
| View original record | 44651 To BY. from Hs. HS3/LG1 9.9.24 'BRAMMER' FAN BELT. Will you please order for us 6 Brammer Fan Belts. A standardisation sheet is going round for this type of fan belt. We recommend, when it has… | ||
| Scan170 | Request for a sample of a Brammer fan belt for Mr. Royce's review before standardisation. | ||
| View original record | X4651 To HS. from E. X.4561 E3/M8.10.24. RE. BRAMMER FAN BELT. X.4561 X4651 With regard to the standardisation sheet for the above, please note, Mr. Royce would like to know what a Brammer fan belt is… | ||
| Scan171 | Instructing the stores to despatch a Brammer Fan Belt to Mr. Elliott at West Wittering for examination. | ||
| View original record | To BP. from Hs. c. to Mr. Chatwin. c. to Ms. 4651 Hs6/LG13.10.24. ---------------- We are sending into the Stores :- 1 Brammer Fan Belt. Will you please have this despatched to Mr. Elliott, at West… | ||
| Scan172 | Complaint about Brammer Fan Belts and the supplier's response. | ||
| View original record | +4657 BY from ROY. c. to Hs. ROY2/MG12.11.24 Brammer Fan Belts Messrs. H.Brammer, of Leeds, write as copy attached in response to our complaint. I have advised the Stores to pass the 6 each Belts,… | ||
| Scan173 | Letter from a supplier discussing the properties of Semi Raw Hide versus Chrome Tanned leather for V-belts. | ||
| View original record | Copy From: H.BRAMMER & CO.LTD. HB/SRR/NH 207, Kirkstall Road, LEEDS. November 10th.1924. Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, D E R B Y Dear Sirs, Your Reference ROY6/MG7.11.24 We thank you for… | ||
| Scan174 | Receiving and ordering experimental Brammer belts made from different leathers. | ||
| View original record | Hs. +4651 BY/HMG/W.14.11.24. RE BRAMMER BELTS. ----------------- We have this morning received a further six Brammer belts for experimental purposes. As pointed out in the two letters from the Brammer… | ||
| Scan175 | Internal memorandum concerning Brammer Fan Belts, enclosing a copy of a letter. | ||
| View original record | X4651 BY. from ROY. c. to Hs. ------------ ROY1/MG14.11.24 -------------- Brammer Fan Belts Further to ROY2/MG12.11.24, attached please find copy of a letter from Messrs. Brammer dated the 13th… | ||
| Scan176 | Letter from H. Brammer & Co. Ltd. confirming the dispatch of leather belts for testing. | ||
| View original record | Copy ------------ From: H.BRAMMER & CO.LTD. HB/SSR/NH 207, Kirkstall Road, LEEDS. November 13th.1924. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, D E R B Y Dear Sirs, Your Reference ROY1/MG12.11.24… | ||
| Scan177 | Trial belt from a supplier and requesting modifications for adjustability. | ||
| View original record | To BY/Mtn. from Hs/Rm. X196 Hs/Rml/LG10.8.25. With reference to the attached letter from S.B.Smith & Co., 10, Savoy Street, Strand, London W.C.2., dated 25th. July. We should be interested to try a… | ||
| Scan178 | Covering note for an attached letter and drawing from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd regarding a Maximair Belt. | ||
| View original record | Hs. X196 ROY/MS2/P.11.2.27. Further to ROY1/R3.1.27, we attach letter and drawing received from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. with reference to Maximair Belt. Please fill in on the drawing the necessary… | ||
| Scan179 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding dimensions for Maximaire Fan Belts. | ||
| View original record | DIRECTORS: W. KENNINGTON. DUDLEY P. TOOMER. R. M. EMSLIE. Telephones: FRANKLIN 6446, 6447, 6448, 6449 (4 LINES) Telegrams: DELRENHYAT, CHURTON, LONDON. DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. ENGINEERS. Head Office &… | ||
| Scan180 | Request for the return of a drawing for a 'MAXIMAIRE FAN BELT' to reply to Messrs. Delco-Remy & Hyatt. | ||
| View original record | X196 ROY/MS3/P.2.3.27. Hs. --- Royl/R3.1.27. MAXIMAIRE FAN BELT. Will you please let us have back the drawing sent with our note ROY/MS2/P.11.2.27., with the necessary dimensions filled in, to enable… | ||
| Scan181 | Sample 'Lotus' Belt, a steel chain with rubber bearing plates. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from ROY. ROY3/MG11.6.27 X196 Herewith a sample "Lotus" Belt - which may be of interest. It is actually Steel Chain throughout, each link having a raised cup bearing; the side or Bearing Plates… | ||
| Scan182 | Promotional leaflet for 'Lotus' Fan & Dynamo Belting, a steel chain with rubber side plates. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: 570 400 Left Page: LOTUS REGISTERED TRADE MARK FAN & DYNAMO BELTING Once on never off Sole Manufacturers and Concessionaires... GARNETT, WHITELEY & CO. LIMITED Lotus Works, Broadgreen… | ||
| Scan183 | Promotional leaflet for Lotus Fan & Dynamo Transmission Belts, detailing features, sizes, and prices. | ||
| View original record | FAN LOTUS BELTING THE LOTUS FAN & DYNAMO TRANSMISSION BELT was specially designed to overcome the difficulties common with many types of Link Belts, namely, Stretching, Slipping and Wearing of the Vee… | ||
| Scan184 | Technical drawing of a V-belt pulley with minimum and maximum center-to-center dimensions. | ||
| View original record | DELCO~REMY LTD LONDON. MINIMUM C.C MAXIMUM C.C FIRM: H.P REF: DATE: DATE: 8 9 24 DWG No D.R.38 | ||
| Scan185 | Request to obtain three samples of a British Goodrich rubber fan belt for testing on a 40/50 HP car. | ||
| View original record | To ROY. From Hs/AJL. +196. Hs/AJL.1/MJ.2.1.30. BRITISH GOODRICH RUBBER FAN BELT. With reference to your Roy1/MG31.12.29. will you please obtain three samples of this type of fan belt for test. The… | ||
| Scan186 | Sample of a Goodrich Rubber Fan Belt, its properties, specifications, and use by other car manufacturers. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from ROY. ROY1/MG31.12.29 Attached is a sample section of the Goodrich Rubber Fan Belt mentioned in ROY7/MG13.12.29. The Goodrich Company claim that it is heat-resisting. It is made in one… | ||
| Scan187 | Letter from British Goodrich Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the supply and specifications of Longlife 'V' Type Fan Belts. | ||
| View original record | BRITISH GOODRICH RUBBER CO. LTD. HEAD OFFICE, 50, PALL MALL, LONDON, S.W.I. WORKS: LEYLAND, LANCS. BRANCHES & SERVICE DEPOTS: LONDON, LEEDS, LIVERPOOL, GLASGOW. TELEPHONE: REGENT 5162-3-4 TELEGRAMS:… | ||
| Scan188 | Letter from B.G.R. Co., Ltd. promoting the British Goodrich Longlife 'V' Type Fan Belt. | ||
| View original record | B. G. R. CO., LTD. CONTINUATION. Messrs. Rolls Royce Motor Co.Ltd. contd... 26th September 1929. - 2 - is necessary or not. You will be interested no doubt to know that the British Goodrich Longlife… | ||
| Scan189 | Letter from British Goodrich Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the performance of a belt and its suitability as original equipment. | ||
| View original record | B. G. R. CO., LTD. CONTINUATION. Messrs. Rolls Royce Motor Co.Ltd. contd... 26th September 1929. - 3 - hard wearing and once fitted will give 20, 30, 40,000 miles service without trouble. It runs… | ||
| Scan190 | Sample fan belts from the Lycett 'Rawido' Belting Co. and a request for feedback. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Rm. AJL Highs. ROY/MS3/P17.7.30. Please reply SAMPLE FAN BELTS RECEIVED FROM THE LYCETT "RAWIDO" BELTING CO. We wrote the Lycett Co. in accordance with your remarks at foot of our memo… | ||
| Scan191 | Letter from Lycett Saddle & Motor Accessories Co. Ltd. regarding sample Fan Belts. | ||
| View original record | COPY OF LETTER. FROM:- LYCETT SADDLE & MOTOR ACCESSORIES CO.LTD., WESTERN WORKS, ARTHUR STREET, SMALL HEATH, BIRMINGHAM. 16th July 1930. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., DERBY. Dear Sirs, We are in receipt… | ||
| Scan192 | Query regarding payment for an invoice for two sample fan belts received from the Lycett 'Rawido' Belting Co. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Rm. x196. ROY/MS9/P.18.6.30. With reference to the sample Fan Belts received from the Lycett "Rawido" Belting Co., please say whether we are to pay for same, as they have rendered us an invoice @… | ||
| Scan193 | Request to order six British Goodrich endless fan belts. | ||
| View original record | Roy. From Hs/AJL. x196. Hs/AJL.1/MJ.8.7.30. BRITISH GOODRICH FAN BELT. Will you please order six British Goodrich endless fan belts similar to the three which you obtained for us in January last.… | ||
| Scan194 | The unsuitability of Lycett fan belts due to noise and slippage, recommending British Goodrich belts instead. | ||
| View original record | ROY. From Hs/AJL. X196 Hs/AJL.3/MJ.23.7.30. LYCETT FAN BELTS. In reply to ROY/MS3/P17.7.30. the sample belts submitted were in the first place found to be very noisy in operation, this alone makes… | ||
| Scan195 | Letter to Mr. R.W.H. Bailey discussing the trial and performance of a Dayton endless rubber fan belt on Phantom models. | ||
| View original record | x196. OY-5 August 9th, 1929. Mr. R.W.H. Bailey, Rolls Royce Ltd., Derby, England. c - Mr. Hives Dear Mr. Bailey: FAN - SECTION 5220 I wonder whether you would be interested in trying out the Dayton… | ||
| Scan196 | The closing page of a letter from Rolls Royce of America, Inc., signed by Maurice Olley. | ||
| View original record | Very truly yours, ROLLS ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. Encls: A 7831 A 7829 [Signature:] Maurice Olley [Faint circular stamp with R-R logo in the center and the word 'RECEIVED'] | ||
| Scan197 | Improving the 40/50 fan's cooling efficiency by increasing its speed with a double pulley drive to address overheating complaints. | ||
| View original record | COPY. X196. To By. From Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm.7/AD.13.8.30. 40/50 FAN. X.766. X.7220. X.196. On our recent cooling tests we have proved that the greatest factor in keeping the car cool is the fan. The new… | ||
| Scan198 | Query about the production schedule for a new type of canvas rubber fan belt. | ||
| View original record | HS x196. LL.4/WEL.8.30. O/N. [Text struck through] Copy to Mr. [Text struck through] Referring to your Rn/P.1 when do you expect that the new type canvas rubber fan belt will be in standard… | ||
| Scan199 | Overheating issues and proposed modifications for the Phantom II model. | ||
| View original record | X196. To Hs. from Sg. C. W.o.R. C. FN. C. H. EP. MX. Hd. BY. Sg3/E4.9.30. X.766 X.3875 X.1085 X.8220 X.196 OVERHEATING - PHANTOM II I have read with interest the contents of Hs/Rml/AD2.9.30 and I… | ||
| Scan200 | Ongoing tests for overheating on the Phantom II, specifically investigating modifications to the undershields. | ||
| View original record | COPY. X196. To Sg. From Hs. c. to Wor. c. to C. c. to PN. c. to H. c. to MX. c. to EP. c. to Hd. c. to BY. Hs.4/MJ.8.9.30. X. 766. X.3875. X.1085. X.7220. X.196. OVERHEATING - PHANTOM 11. Replying to… | ||
| Scan201 | Recommended testing procedure for canvas rubber fan belts to prevent overloading. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. From Hs/Rn. c. to EP c. to Hd. c. to Ev. 8196 Hs/Rn.2/MJ.12.9.30. CANVAS RUBBER FAN BELTS. R. has expressed a wish that the Canvas Rubber fan belt should not be run choc-a-bloc for fear of… | ||
| Scan202 | Fan belt measurements for a left-hand drive chassis. | ||
| View original record | To BY. From Hs/GWH. Hs/GWH.2/MJ.15.9.30. Re. Fan Belt - Left-Hand Chassis. The measurements you require are as follows :- The distance between the radiator matrix and starting handle bracket is .500".… | ||
| Scan203 | Standardisation of a Goodrich endless canvas rubber fan belt to improve cooling system efficiency. | ||
| View original record | RR 788 (10H) (3-7-30) BM. C/2571. X196. COMPLETED 18.9.30. STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Description of Parts. GOODRICH ENDLESS CANVAS RUBBER FAN BELT. Origin. To improve the efficiency of the… | ||
| Scan204 | Urgent request for half a dozen Goodrich type fan belts for the 20/25 HP model. | ||
| View original record | X196 O/O. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm3/ADL13.11.30. 20/25 FAN BELT. We cannot trace having ordered any Goodrich type fan belts for the 20/25 HP. We urgently require half a dozen of these to E.56204 and should… | ||
| Scan205 | On an issue with the rubber fan belt wearing through an oil pipe on a 25 HP engine, and the implemented solution. | ||
| View original record | x19b. To BY. From Hs/GWH. Hs/GWH.3/MJ.3.12.30. RUBBER FAN BELT ON 25 HP. We find on 18-G4, that the new scheme 1245 of oiling the Dynamo drive housing brings the oil pipe too close to the fan belt.… | ||
| Scan206 | Quarterly complaint report about rubber fan belts being too long and stretching excessively. | ||
| View original record | To Bᵞ. From Hs/Rn. c. to Wor. QUARTERLY COMPLAINTS. RUBBER FAN BELT. GWH. reports from Cricklewood that he observes the rubber fan belts being fitted to cars appear to be too long in the first place,… | ||
| Scan207 | Standardisation of a Dunlop Rubber Fan Belt for the 25 HP Chassis. | ||
| View original record | RR 785 (10M) (3-7-30) SM. 6/2571. COMPLETED 11.2.31. X196. STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Date 14.1.31. Description of Parts. Dunlop Rubber Fan Belt. 25 HP. Chassis. Origin. To increase efficiency… | ||
| Scan208 | Standardisation form for part SS20 on a 20/25 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | COMPLETED 17.3.31. Y.P. STANDARDISATION OF CHASSIS PARTS. Part No. SS20 Drawing X Going thro' shops Part No. 28 H.P. Chassis Date 14.3.31. To increase efficiency of new consistency. The number of the… | ||
| Scan209 | Issues and potential improvements for 20/25 HP fan belts. | ||
| View original record | Hs/CWH. c. Hs. c. Mx c. RY/SS c. RY/CS 8196 RECEIVED BY, 11/G. 22.9.31. RECEIVED 1931 SEP 22 HS 20/25 HP. FAN BELTS. Referring to your report on the 10,000 miles test on 19-G-4, we had already taken… | ||
| Scan210 | The testing of Dunlop fan belts for the 20/25 HP model. | ||
| View original record | Hs. c. Hs/CWH. c. Mx. 8196 BY.2/G.23.9.31. 20/25 HP. FAN BELTS. Further to BY.11/G.22.9.31. we were under the impression that something had been done, and we now find that Sch. 992 was detailed and… | ||
| Scan211 | Querying an invoice from Thomson & Taylor (Brooklands) Ltd. for Whittle Belting for which no order can be found. | ||
| View original record | RECEIVED STAMP: 12 VII 32 Hs. 8796. LID G/Gn/JWH.9/MM/11/7/32. See me Hs We attach Invoice dated the 5th inst., received from Thomson & Taylor (Brooklands) Ltd., for 3'6" x 1/2" Whittle Belting. No… | ||
| Scan212 | Purchase of a fan belt from Thomson & Taylor during car tests at Brooklands. | ||
| View original record | X196. G/Gn/JWH. From Hs/Lid. Hs/Lid.1/MA.13.7.32. With reference to the attached invoice, the fan belt was obtained from Thomson & Taylor during car tests on Brooklands the other week; our own supply… | ||