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Scan001 Letter from The Robinhood Engineering Works regarding the testing of different types of K.L.G. Sparking Plugs.
View original record Re K.L.G. Sparking Plugs. Na/S7/DB231115. -1918a. 23.11.15. C. Mr Hives. Please note copy of a letter we have received from The Robinhood Engineering Works regarding K.L.G. Plugs. We shall be glad if…

Scan002 To the Experimental Department requesting an opinion on plugs received from The Robinhood Engineering Works.
View original record R.R. 235 e (200 T) (S.F. 103. 25-10-18) G. 2244. x.1918 e. Mr. Hives Experimental Dept. BP. 13.1.19. Wd/EM2/E13119. We attach herewith a letter we have received from The Robinhood Engineering works,…

Scan003 To Mr. Hives regarding a parcel of K.L.G. plugs left by Smith from Martinsydes.
View original record X19.18 e. Mr. Hives. LE8/W19319 19th March, 1919. A parcel of K.L.G. plugs has been left here by Smith from martinsydes, and I believe they belong to you. Will you please let me know what you require…

Scan004 Recommending K.L.G. sparking plugs for a chassis, detailing a new cleaning tool and spring wire terminals.
View original record To R. from EH. c. to CJ. c. to Bn. c. to E. c. to BY. c. to Da. RE SPARKING PLUGS FOR CHASSIS. X.19182. We are sending to you 12 K.L.G. plugs. These are the plugs we recommend for use on our chassis.…

Scan005 Letter from The Robinhood Engineering Works regarding a new special cleaner for their 'R' type sparking plugs.
View original record X1918b. PHONE: PUTNEY 2132 & 2133. TELEGRAMS: 'KAELGEE, PHONE, LONDON'. CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. CODES USED: A.B.C. 5TH EDITION, WESTERN UNION. THE…

Scan006 Letter to The Robinhood Engineering Works Ltd. regarding the supply and cost of cleaners for 'R' type K.L.G. spark plugs.
View original record -81918B- EH1/LG14519. 14th. May 1919 The Robinhood Engineering Works Ltd., Putney Vale, London S.W.15. X.1918. K.L.G. plugs. Dear Sirs, With reference to Cleaners you sent to us for your "R" type of…

Scan007 Letter from The Robinhood Engineering Works Ltd. regarding the supply and pricing of plug cleaners and R.4 type plugs.
View original record X1918 e. PHONE: PUTNEY 2132 & 2133. TELEGRAMS: 'KAELGEE, PHONE, LONDON.' CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. CODES USED { A.B.C. 5TH EDITION. WESTERN UNION.…

Scan008 Recommending the supply of a special cleaner with K.L.G. M4 type spark plugs.
View original record To EP. from EH. c. to EH c. to EY c. to Da. X1918 l. EH9/LG23.9.19. RE SPARKING PLUGS. We do not think we are taking full advantage of the K.L.G. M4 type of plug. One of the advantages of that type of…

Scan009 Agreeing to supply spark plug cleaners with car tool kits and recommending they be labelled with instructions.
View original record BY. c. to EH. c. to Pn. c. to Da. X1918e. Chassis EP/T6/F24.9.19. Re. Cleaners for Sparking Plugs. ------------------------------ With reference to memo. EH9/LG23.9.19, we quite agree with Mr. Hives's…

Scan010 Procurement and distribution of a special sheet metal cleaner for K.L.G. R.4. plugs.
View original record BY21/P25.9.19. Ms. from BY. c. EP. c. Bn. c. EH. c. "F" Dept. c. Ck. X.1918e. CHASSIS - WIRE FITTINGS & PLUGS. RE K.L.G. R.4. EH, writes that a special sheet metal cleaner is made by the K.L.G. Co,…

Scan011 Letter to The Robinhood Engineering Works Ltd. regarding issues with sooted K.L.G. R4 sparking plugs.
View original record R H 235 A (100 T) (S F. 575. 16-4-19) G. 2354. X.1918e. EH2/LG 11th. Oct. 1919. The Robinhood Engineering Works Ltd., Putney Vale, London. S.W.15. Dear Sirs, We are not entirely satisfied with the…

Scan012 To Mr. Hives regarding an order for K.L.G. chassis sparking plugs.
View original record X1918e. Mr. Hives. Wd/Msl/E15.10.19. CHASSIS SPARKING PLUGS. With reference to memo EH dated the 11th. inst. wherein you state we should keep a minimum number of K.L.G. Sparking Plugs as you are not…

Scan013 Confirming the fitting of K.L.G. spark plugs as standard for cars at the Olympia Show.
View original record To Wd. from EH. c. to Bn. c. to EP. c. to BY. c. to Ms. X:1918e. EH5/LG16.10.19. RE LODGE SPARKING PLUGS. With reference to your memo Wdl/NJ16.10.19., we consider that as we are fitting the K.L.G.…

Scan014 Test report on the compression pressure performance of various spark plugs after a 20-mile run.
View original record R.R. 63 (100 T) (S.F. 69a. 28-5-19.) Bm. 2/322/2a. X1918e X3641 X2514 2 Particulars of test of Plugs with compression pressure. Test made after plugs had been run for approximately 20 miles in an…

Scan015 Letter from Robinhood Engineering Works regarding issues with R4 type sparking plugs and the dispatch of new samples.
View original record x1918b. TELEPHONE: PUTNEY 2132 & 2133. TELEGRAMS: "KAELGEE, PHONE, LONDON." CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. CODES USED { A.B.C. 5TH EDITION. WESTERN…

Scan016 Letter from The Robinhood Engineering Works Ltd. discussing a plug with a longer insulating surface and proposing a new type of cleaner.
View original record THE ROBINHOOD ENGINEERING WORKS, LIMITED. CONTINUATION No 2. DATE 17th October 1919. ha/05 longer insulating surface than the others, both being considerably longer than the standard R4's. With this…

Scan017 Confirming the stock level of K.L.G. sparking plugs and their usage for chassis erection.
View original record Hs. X.1918e. Chassis Wd/Ms3/E21.10.19. SPARKING PLUGS. Further to our memo Wd/Msl/E15.10.19 we have now received a reply from the Stores stating they have in stock:- 4309 K.L.G. Sparking Plugs. The…

Scan018 Unreliability and wastefulness of K.L.G. sparking plugs after testing on car No. 64-LB.
View original record X.1918l. To Bn. from Hm. c. to Hs. X.562 X.2565 X.3641 X.1918. With reference to Mr. Royce's memo. ref:- R4/G20.10.19. on testing repair cars, we are experiencing a somewhat similar trouble to that…

Scan019 The testing and comparison of K.L.G. sparking plugs.
View original record Mr. Hives. x 1918 b. Wd/Ms6/E23.10.19. K.L.G. Sparking Plugs. ------------------- With reference to your communication with the above Company, they have sent us two dozen Sparking Plugs. One dozen R.1…

Scan020 Requesting the testing of 11 failed K.L.G. spark plugs from the London Repair Depot.
View original record R.R 235 B (200 T) (S F. 673, 22-5-19) C 2376 EH. from BY. c. EP. X.1918 l. BY6/P29.10.19. CHASSIS - IGNITION WIRING & PLUGS. I am sending you herewith 11 K.L.G. plugs which were returned at my request…

Scan021 Unsatisfactory spark plug and a request to test alternative K.L.G. models.
View original record EH. e. to Bn. [text crossed out] X 1918 C. [handwritten] EP/T2/F30.10.19. Mr.Platford writes from London that the present type of plug is considered unsatisfactory, and that all possible should be…

Scan022 Dispatch of K.L.G. Plug Cleaners and an accompanying letter.
View original record R.R 235 B 20) T) (S.F. 674. 22-5-19) G. 2376. X 1918 B. Mr. Hives. Wd/AW7/W41119. 4th Nov. 1919. We send you herewith 3 K.L.G. Plug Cleaners together with a copy of Messrs. The Robinhood Engineering…

Scan023 Letter from The Robinhood Engineering Works regarding experimental single-point and three-point plugs and their cleaners.
View original record R.R. 199 (250T) (SD676 19-7-17) MP 180865 COPY OF A LETTER RECEIVED FROM:- THE ROBINHOOD ENGINEERING WORKS LIMITED. PUTNEY VALE, LONDON.S.W.15. Gen. Sales. LMB/KS. 30th October. 1919. Messrs.…

Scan024 Letter regarding the dispatch of No: 106 experimental spark plugs for testing.
View original record X191KB. TELEPHONE: PUTNEY 2132 & 2133. TELEGRAMS: "KAELGEE, PHONE, LONDON." CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. CODES USED { A.B.C. 5TH EDITION. WESTERN…

Scan025 Ignition experiments and issues with K.L.G. spark plugs sooting up.
View original record X.1918.lv. To RCSJ. from EFC. EFC3/T12.11.19. X.3129. X.3413. X.1918. RE SPECIAL COILS FOR IGNITION EXPERIMENTS ON CHASSIS. -------------------------------- Fruther experiments on the battery ignition…

Scan026 1000-mile test of Lodge porcelain sparking plugs and subsequent modifications by K.L.G.
View original record X 1918 l. To R. from EH. c. to CJ. c. to Bn. c. to E. c. to Da. c. to BY. EH3/LE13.11.19. SPARKING PLUGS. X.3413. X.3129. X.1918. A car fitted with Lodge porcelain plugs on the battery ignition has…

Scan027 Letter providing feedback on the testing of spark plugs Nos. 105-106 sent by The Robinhood Engineering Works.
View original record X.1918 l. EH9/LG13.11.19. 13th. Nov. 1919. The Robinhood Engineering Works, Putney Valve, London S.W.15. Dear Sirs, With reference to the plugs Nos.105-106 which you sent for us to try. We have tested…

Scan028 Recommending the use of Lodge C9 spark plugs over K.L.G. plugs based on recent testing.
View original record R.R. 235 a -100 T; (8 P. 575. 16-4-19) G. 2354 To BN. from EH. c. to BY. c. to WD. c. to EP. X 1918e- EH6/LG13.11.19. SPARKING PLUGS X.3413. X.1818. We have now carried out sufficient tests to know…

Scan029 Letter from The Robinhood Engineering Works regarding tests on experimental sparking plugs.
View original record X1918 l. TELEPHONE: PUTNEY 2132 & 2133. TELEGRAMS: 'KAELGEE, PHONE, LONDON.' CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. CODES USED { A.B.C. 5TH EDITION. WESTERN…

Scan030 Report comparing the performance of Lodge and K.L.G. ignition plugs, with a request to standardise the Lodge plugs.
View original record BN. from EP. c. to EH. COPY. EP1/F14.11.19. RE IGNITION PLUGS. X.3413 X.3129 With reference to CJ's instructions ref.CJ18/E11.11.19, my report to Mr. Hives was that the Lodge porcelain plugs which…

Scan031 General information memo on battery ignition issues, focusing on spark plug sooting and high-tension wiring.
View original record X.1918 B. R2/G20.11.19. To EH. from R. Copy to CJ. " " BN. " " EP. " " HM. " " PN. " " H. " " OY. X.3413 X.3129 X.3414 RE BATTERY IGNITION. (FOR GENERAL INFORMATION.) I understand we are altering…

Scan032 Return and repayment of KLG 18 m/m 3 point R4 type sparking plugs.
View original record R.R. 235 A (100 T) (S.F. 575. 16-4-19) G. 2354 Br. from Wd. c. to Dyr c. to EH. c. to EF. X19182- Wd3/NJ8.12.19. KLG. 18 m/m. 3 point.R4 type sparking plugs. I am in correspondence with the Robinhood…

Scan033 Attaching correspondence with The Robinhood Engineering Works regarding KLG 18mm 3 point R4 type sparking plugs.
View original record X.1918b. To Wd. from Hs. c. to P. c. to BY. c. to EF. E.F.C. Hsl/LG9.12.19. KLG. 18/mm 3 point R4 type sparking plugs. As requested in your memo Wd3/NJ8.12.19. we attach herewith copies of letters…

Scan034 Letter from The Robinhood Engineering Works regarding the repair and supply of experimental spark plugs.
View original record X 19186. TELEPHONE: PUTNEY 2132 & 2133. TELEGRAMS: 'KAELGEE, PHONE, LONDON.' CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. CODES USED { A.B.C. 5TH EDITION. WESTERN…

Scan035 Continuation page of a letter from The Robinhood Engineering Works, Limited.
View original record THE ROBINHOOD ENGINEERING WORKS, LIMITED. CONTINUATION No 2. DATE 15th January 1920. Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd. Assuring you at all times of our best attention, We are, Yours, faithfully, p.p. THE…

Scan036 Return and replacement of faulty KLG R.4 type sparking plugs from Robinhood Engineering Works Ltd.
View original record D/Wdl. from Wd c. to EP. c. to S Dept. c. to Hs. X1918b. WD8/NJ16.1.20. KLG. 18 m/m. 3 point R.4 type Sparking Plugs made by the Robinhood Engineering Works Ltd. Further to my note Wd11/NJ2.1.20. I am…

Scan037 Requesting information on KLG spark plug trials to influence the policy of using Lodge C.9 plugs.
View original record X.1918l. To Hs. from Bn to EP from Bn. Bn1/W17.1.20 X.601 X.1918. I attach a copy of Wd/Ms17/FJ15.1.20. I believe you have recently been trying some new KLG plugs which were far promising. Have we…

Scan038 Extract from a report on Chassis 2EX detailing misfiring issues and performance observations.
View original record X.1918 C Extract from Mr. Maddock's rpt. on Chassis 2EX. X.3129 X.3413 X.2894 x.364Y 15.1.20 to 21.1.20. On the run it was noticed that there was rather a lot of misfiring on battery ignition. The…

Scan039 Performance and suitability of Lodge and K.L.G. sparking plugs for chassis.
View original record BN. c. to Hs. X.1918.l. EP/T4/F20.1.20. RE LODGE SPARKING PLUGS FOR CHASSIS. X.601. X.1918. Replying to your memo. Bnl/W17.1.20, so far as the running of cars by Test Dept. is concerned, the Lodge…

Scan040 Defective KLG 18 m/m sparking plugs supplied by Robinhood Engineering Works Ltd.
View original record R.R. 235 a (100 T) (S F. 346. 6-8-19). G. 2460. X.1918b. D/WW. from Wd. c.to D/Br. c.to D/Chat. c.to Sf. c.to Hs. Wd3/WJ16.3.20. KLG. 18 m/m. 3 point R.4 type Sparking Plugs made by Robinhood…

Scan041 The decision to replace defective KLG R.4 type spark plugs.
View original record W.R. 291 A (100 T) (N P 846, 6-8-19) (4-2480) X.19186. D/BP. from Wd. c.to D/WFH. c.to D/Chat. c.to BP c.to Hs. Wd2/NJ16.3.20. Re Sparking Plugs. Please look up my note Wd8/NJ16.1.20. to D/WFH. (copy…

Scan042 Letter from Robinhood Engineering Works requesting the results of tests on K.L.G. experimental spark plugs.
View original record x1918b. TELEPHONE: PUTNEY 2132 & 2133. TELEGRAMS: "KAELGEE, PHONE, LONDON." CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. CODES USED { A.B.C. 5TH EDITION. WESTERN…

Scan043 Suitability of Lodge ignition plugs with mica insulation compared to older K.L.G. and porcelain types.
View original record To Hs. from R. Copy to CJ. " Bn. " Da. " By. " EFC. " EP. " Oy. X.1812. X.3413. X.1918b. R5/G10.9.20. RE IGNITION PLUG. X.1918. X.2635. On looking over the spares in 6.EX and 1.EX I find the Ignition…

Scan044 Difficulties of cleaning spark plugs and comparing different models.
View original record Contd. -2- R5/G10.9.20. If you examine these plugs you will find that they are extremely difficult to clean, and one does not know when they are clean. This is a very different matter with the…

Scan045 The 1.EX engine's poor performance at slow speeds, investigating potential ignition or valve clearance issues.
View original record Contd. -3- R5/G10.9.20. of very slight deposits of soot spoiling the ignition, and especially affecting it at slow speeds. X.3763. I have just been over 1.EX engine and find that it appears in…

Scan046 Letter from The Robinhood Engineering Works regarding forwarding one dozen G.1 K.L.G. sparking plugs for testing.
View original record V1918b. TELEPHONE: PUTNEY 2132 & 2133. TELEGRAMS: "KAELGEE, PHONE, LONDON" CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. CODES USED A.B.C. 5TH EDITION, WESTERN UNION.…

Scan047 Invoice from The Robinhood Engineering Works Ltd. for 12 K.L.G. Sparking Plugs, type G-1.
View original record Telephone : PUTNEY 2132 and 2133 Telegrams : "KAELGEE, PHONE, LONDON." CODES A.B.C. 5th Edition, Western Union THE KLG SPARKING PLUG INVOICE. Nº 7892 Messrs Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, DERBY.…

Scan048 Extract from a report on a visit to West Wittering to assess K.L.G. and Lodge spark plugs.
View original record X1918 e Extract from R7/M30.12.21. RE VISIT OF MESSRS HS. & HY TO WEST WITTERING ON WEDNESDAY, 21st. DECEMBER 1921. (9) SPARKING PLUGS. X.1812. X.1918. It is now reported that the best plugs for the…

Scan049 Pre-ignition trouble with K.L.G. (Type K1) sparking plugs on 40/50 HP chassis and Coshawk engines.
View original record EP. from Hs. HM. from Hs. c. to BY. X1918 l. Hs2/LG19.8.22. K.L.G. SPARKING PLUGS - (Type K1) X.1918. With reference to the above plugs which are being tried on 40/50 HP. chassis. You should make a…

Scan050 Testing of K.L.G. ignition plugs and the subsequent decision to use Lodge plugs on the 40/50 chassis.
View original record BY. c. to Hs. X1918 O. EP/Thn7/H7.9.22. Re. 40/50 chassis Wiring and Ignition Plugs. X.1812 X.4295 X.1918 X1918 With reference to your memo. BY4/H9.8.22, we are testing…

Scan051 Letter from The Robinhood Engineering Works regarding the supply and testing of improved K.L.G. sparking plugs.
View original record X19180. TELEPHONE PUTNEY 2132 & 2133. TELEGRAMS "KAELGEE, PHONE, LONDON" CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. CODES USED { A.B.C. 5TH EDITION. WESTERN UNION.…

Scan052 Letter to Robinhood Engineering regarding issues with K.L. sparking plugs on 20 HP cars and interest in a new K-1-A type.
View original record X19180. Hs3/LG. The Robinhood Engineering Wks.Ltd., Putney Vale, London S.W.15. 30th. Jan. 1923. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr.K.Lee Guinness. Referring to your letter of the 29th.inst. We cannot…

Scan053 Letter from Robinhood Engineering Works regarding issues with K.L.G. sparking plugs and suggesting a new K.I.A. type.
View original record X19180 PHONE PUTNEY 2132 & 2133. TELEGRAMS "KAELGEE, PHONE, LONDON." CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. CODES USED { A.B.C. 5TH EDITION. WESTERN UNION. THE…

Scan054 Investigation into intermittent misfiring issues caused by internal leakage in 20-HP K.L.G. ignition plugs.
View original record BY c. Hs. c. HFC. c. Wd. V/918 C. EP8/H14.1.24. re. 20-HP. K.L.G. Ignition Plugs. We still continue to receive complaints from customers and inspectors of intermittent missing fire of which they have…

Scan055 Investigation into faulty K.L.G. ignition plugs and arranging for replacement stock.
View original record BVm c. Hs. c. EFC. c. Wd. X19186 EP17/H21.1.24. K.L.G. Ignition Plug Failures. With further reference to our EP8/H14.1.24, respecting five faulty K.L.G. Plugs. On the 18th. inst. we had an interview…

Scan056 Complaints and failures of 20-HP K.L.G. ignition plugs.
View original record X19182 Wdsy. C.Hs. EP1/H31.1.24. re. 20-HP. K.L.G. IGNITION PLUGS. Replying to your Wd5/NJ29.1.24, it would appear according to the letter from the Robinhood Engineering Works Ltd. that their Mr. Noel…

Scan057 The replacement or credit for plugs taken by a Mr. Van Raalte.
View original record - 2 - EP1/H31.1.24. and which we can supply to our customers free of charge. Will they please arrange to replace the plugs which their Mr. Van Raalte took away, or will they please give us credit for…

Scan058 Supply and testing of 20-HP K.L.G. ignition plugs.
View original record X1918 e. c. Hs. EP/Thn2/H25.2.24. re. 20-HP. K.L.G. Ignition Plugs. With further reference to the above, we attach hereto letter received from the Robinhood Engineering Co. with regard to the visit of…

Scan059 Letter from The Robinhood Engineering Works regarding the supply and replacement of K.L. sparking plugs.
View original record Messrs The Robinhood Engineering Works Limited., Putney Vale, London S.W.15. KLG/MSR Messrs Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, DERBY. 21st February 1924. Gentlemen, For The Attention Of Mr. Platford.…

Scan060 Complaints and investigation into faulty 20-HP K.L.G. ignition plugs.
View original record X1918 l. EXD c. HS. c. EFC. c. Wd. EP8/H14.1.24. re. 20-HP. K.L.G. Ignition Plugs. We still continue to receive complaints from customers and inspectors of intermittent missing fire of which they have…

Scan061 Correspondence regarding an issue with K.L.G. ignition plugs on a 20-HP car, which was resolved by switching to Lodge plugs.
View original record Hs. c. HW. c. EFC. 81918e EP4/H24.1.24. re. 20-HP Ignition Plugs. We have recently had some correspondence from one of our inspectors, dealing with a 20-HP customer, owner of Chassis-56.S.1 ( Col.…

Scan062 Letter quoting a response from Robinhood Engineering Works regarding faulty K.L.G. ignition plugs on a 20 HP engine.
View original record Ep. from Wd. c. to By. c. to Ms. c. to RPG. -6198e- Wd5/WJ29.1.24. Re 20 HP. K.L.G. Ignition Plugs. Referring to EP8/H14.1.24 and EP17/H21.1.24, we are now in receipt of a letter from the Robinhood…

Scan063 Letter detailing customer complaints and failures related to 20-HP K.L.G. ignition plugs.
View original record x1918E. C.HS. c.EFC. EP1/H31.1.24. re. 20-HP. K.L.G. IGNITION PLUGS. Replying to your Wd5/WJ29.1.24, it would appear according to the letter from the Robinhood Engineering Works Ltd. that their Mr.…

Scan064 Page 2 of a memo requesting replacement or credit for plugs taken by Mr. Van Raalte.
View original record - 2 - EP1/H31.1.24. and which we can supply to our customers free of charge. Will they please arrange to replace the plugs which their Mr. Van Raalte took away, or will they please give us credit for…

Scan065 Issues and proposed improvements for the 20-HP K.L.G. ignition plugs.
View original record X9180. c. Hs. EP9/H13.2.24. re. 20-HP. K.L.G. Ignition Plugs. Further to our EP1/H31.1.24 - we have today had an interview with Mr. K.Lee Guiness and Mr. Van Raalte, re the above, and were able to…

Scan066 Improved 'stepping' plug design to prevent oiling up.
View original record -2- EP9/H13.2.24. insulation improved, as he proposes to do on the standard plug, and he will be glad if we can report on these plugs as soon as ever possible, as he feels sure the "stepping" idea is…

Scan067 Customer complaints of faulty K.L.G. ignition plugs and arranging for the return and replacement.
View original record Wd. (strikethrough) RV (strikethrough) c. HS. X1918b. EP3/H5.3.24. re. 20-HP K.L.G. Ignition Plugs. Further to our memo EP9 /H13.2.24, we shall be glad to know what prospects there are of our…

Scan068 Letter regarding KLG ignition plugs and a proposal from Robinhood Engineering Works to experiment with an ignition coil on the 20 HP Chassis.
View original record E.P. from Wd. c.to By [crossed out] c.to Hs. X19186. Wd3/NJ6.3.24. 20 H.P.Chassis. KLG.Ignition Plugs. Please refer to yours EP/Thn2/H25.2.24. This morning we are in receipt of a letter from the…

Scan069 Letter regarding a delay in the supply of K.L.G. K.1 sparking plugs for the 20 HP Chassis from Robinhood Engineering Works.
View original record HP. from Wd. c. to By c. to HS. 20 H.P. Chassis. K.L.G. Ignition Plugs. In mine Wd3/NJ6.3.24 I gave you copy of letter from the Robinhood Engineering Works Ltd. dated 5th inst. In said letter no…

Scan070 The appropriate ignition coils for testing K.L.G. ignition plugs on a 20-HP chassis.
View original record Wd c. BV c. Hs. V1918E. EP6/H7.3.24. re. 20-HP Chassis - K.L.G.Ignition Plugs. With reference to your Wd3/NJ6.3.24 - we are quite agreeable that one of our latest type ignition coils, Piece No.…

Scan071 K.L.G. Ignition Plugs for a 20 HP Chassis and the loan of a trembler coil to Robinhood Engineering for testing.
View original record EP. from Wd. c. to Dy. c. to Hs. c. to Dm. X191 8b. Wd3/NJ17.3.24. Re 20 H.P.Chassis - K.L.G.Ignition Plugs. In reply to EP6/H7.3.24, the Robinhood Engineering Works Ltd. have written that they will…

Scan072 Supply and renovation of K.L.G. ignition plugs for the 20 HP Chassis.
View original record NR from Wd c.to By. c.to Hs. c.to GC/AW X19180. Wd9/NJ31.3.24. Re 20 H.P.Chassis - K.L.G.Ignition Plugs. Referring to your notes EP3/HS.3.24 and EP6/H7.3.24 and previous notes, I attach hereto copy of…

Scan073 Letter from Robinhood Engineering Works concerning modifications to sparking plugs to prevent sparking down the external mica sleeve.
View original record COPY OF LETTER FROM:- THE ROBINHOOD ENGINEERING WORKS, LIMITED. PUTNEY VALE, LONDON. S.W.15. K.L.G./ESW. 27th March. 1924. Messrs. Rolls Royce Limited., Nightingale Road, DERBY. Gentlemen, We would…

Scan074 Letter from The Robinhood Engineering Works, Limited regarding a delay.
View original record THE ROBINHOOD ENGINEERING WORKS, LIMITED. Continuation No.1. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. We much regret the delay in this matter, but the trouble was somewhat obscure and we wanted to go into it very…

Scan075 Urgent memo regarding stock levels of 20HP sparking plugs and the performance of improved K.L.G. plugs.
View original record HS EP [crossed out] X191 D b. U.W. [stamped] BY1-P8.4.24. 20HP SPARKING PLUGS. We have only got some 400 plugs in stock at the moment to meet our demands for the 20HP car. I would like to know by…

Scan076 The testing of 20-HP K.L.G. sparking plugs.
View original record BY c. Hs. re. 20-HP Sparking Plugs. With reference to your BY1/P8.4.24. we have only had these sample K.L.G.Plugs in our hands since the 1st. inst. We have in the meantime used them for testing 20-HP…

Scan077 Extended testing and standardization of new K.L.G. sparking plugs for the 20 HP chassis.
View original record X1918b Wd/Ms. c Hs. C EP. BY2/H. 15. 5. 24. 20 HP. CHASSIS. SPARKING PLUGS. Whilst we are carrying on with the present type standard K.L.G. Plug, it will be necessary for us to have a number of Plugs…

Scan078 The distribution of 20-HP chassis sparking plugs for testing and standardisation.
View original record CHAT. c. to MP. c. to Hs. S/1918C- ROY/Ms11/DB19.5.24. 20-HP Chassis Sparking Plugs. Ref. BY2/H.15.5.24. With reference to the 500 K.L.G., K1-R. Sparking Plugs received from The Robinhood Engineering…

Scan079 Decision not to proceed with K.I.R. ignition plugs as standard for the 20 HP Chassis.
View original record /19180. Order Office. c. EP. c. Hs. BY18/H. 19. 6. 24. [STAMP: RECEIVED] 20 HP. IGNITION PLUGS. It has been decided as a result of my memo of this morning's date to EP and Hs, that we cannot agree to…

Scan080 Mix-up with an order of 1500 K.L.G. sparking plugs for 20 HP models.
View original record X1918b. Hs. EP. BY10/H. 19. 5. 24. 20 HP. SPARKING PLUGS. By a mistake on the part of the Robinhood Company, I discover that we have got 1500 of the K.1.R. type of K.L.G. plug actually in the Stores…

Scan081 Standardisation report for a modified K.L.G. sparking plug design to improve insulation.
View original record RR 755 (10H) (SL391 2-11-23) MP 281297 completed 29/5/24 STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Description of Parts. K.L.G. SPARKING PLUGS. Origin. To Improve design. Experimental Test Report. The plug is…

Scan082 Performance and standardization of various sparking plugs.
View original record X19180. BY EP1/H17.7.24. c. Hs. re. SPARKING PLUGS. Confirming telephone conversation, we are afraid we have not yet had sufficient experience with the K.1.R.plug to recommend it definitely over the…

Scan083 To the Order Office requesting a change in ignition plug specification for the 20 HP chassis.
View original record X1918C (handwritten) Order Office. Hs. ~~EP.~~ (strikethrough) Mr Shelton. BY14/H. 2.10.24. 20 HP. CHASSIS. IGNITION PLUGS. -------------------------------- Will you kindly note that for future…

Scan084 The arrival of twelve Lodge 275 plugs and requesting comments.
View original record HS The 12 Lodge 275 plugs have arrived. We are instructing stores to hand them to you. Please return their letter to this dept with your comments. WDP/Dr 17/11/26

Scan085 Letter acknowledging an order for K.L.G. plugs (type 201) and suggesting an improved alternative (type 275).
View original record X19182 TELEPHONE: PUTNEY 2132 & 2133. TELEGRAMS: "KAELGEE, PHONE, LONDON". CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. CODES USED { A.B.C. 5TH EDITION. WESTERN UNION.…

Scan086 Recommendation to obtain Champion Sparking Plugs for 20 HP & 40/50 HP chassis testing.
View original record X1918-e. To EWT/CEP. from Hs. Hs10/LG19.11.24. Re. 20 HP. & 40/50 HP. Chassis Testing - Sparking Plugs. X4091 [crossed out] X4196 [crossed out] X1812 [crossed out] X1918 Referring to…

Scan087 Sending a set of 12 K.L.G plugs to the Argentine for the Prince of Wales' Chassis No. 20.MC.
View original record X1918b. D/DR. O C Hs. EWT/HSS/T12.6.25. re Chassis No. 20.MC. Prince of Wales. It has now been suggested that a set of 12 K.L.G Plugs be sent out to the Argentine in case of necessity, we are…

Scan088 Letter from Robinhood Engineering Works regarding pricing and trade discounts for K.L.G. plugs.
View original record HS. Copy V1918a 27/6/25 Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Limited, Nightingale Road, DERBY. Gentlemen, YOUR REF.- ROY/F.4/R.25.6.25. Answering your letter of the 25th instant, we have pleasure in enclosing a few…

Scan089 Alphabetical list of K.L.G. sparking plugs recommended for various makes of engines, including cars, motorcycles, and commercial vehicles.
View original record Alphabetical List of Various Makes of Engines, together with the model “K.L.G.” Sparking Plugs recommended for each. MOTOR CARS. K.L.G. Model, Price A.B.C. .................... G.2 .. 6/- A.C. (4…

Scan090 Product information sheet for KLG sparking plugs for motor cars, motor cycles, and marine engines.
View original record "KLG" SPARKING PLUGS FOR MOTOR CAR, MOTOR CYCLE & MARINE ENGINES. [Product Grid] TYPE G.1. G1. For average engines taking a 1/2-in. metric thread. 6/- TYPE G.2. G2. For average engines taking a longer…

Scan091 Issues with the carburettors and ignition plugs on a New Phantom vehicle.
View original record X19186. To Hs. from R. c. to CJ. EY. RL/M30.6.25. STARTER CARBURETTER - NEW PHANTOM. X.8080 X.4425 X.1918 X.8280 I would like you to send new parts for the starter carburetter. The thread of the…

Scan092 Suitability of K.L.G. spark plugs for the Phantom Engine, comparing them to Lodge plugs.
View original record HOX. & Hs. from Mr. X198e- Hx2/T5.3.27. re KLG. Plugs. With reference to your enquiry as to the suitability of the above plug for the Phantom Engine, so far as our experience goes, we have found them…

Scan093 Suitability of K.L.G. plugs for the Phantom engine, comparing them to Lodge plugs.
View original record C O P Y M1918e. c Hs/Rm. from Mx. Mx2/T5.3.27 re K.L.G. Plugs. With reference to your enquiry as to the suitability of the above plug for the Phantom engine, so far as our experience goes, we have…

Scan094 Requesting the despatch of a K.L.G. sparking plug to the manufacturer for inspection.
View original record To Wd/Ms. from Hs/Rn. c. to Mt. X19182. Hs/Rn/LG14.3.27. Herewith 1 K.L.G. sparking plug which please have despatched to the K.L.G. people for their inspection. Will you also kindly send the necessary…

Scan095 Agreement to fit K.L.G. sparking plugs to the next series of 50 40/50 HP cars.
View original record X1918e. To SY. from Hs/Rm. c. to Roy. c. to Mx. Hs/RmL/LG19.3.27. K.L.G. PLUGS. We have agreed that KLG. sparking plugs should be fitted to 50 40/50 HP. cars on the next series. Hs/Rm.

Scan096 Report from Robinhood Engineering Works Ltd. on KLG sparking plugs tested in a Condor IV engine.
View original record Hs/Rm.from Wd. X1918 B. Wd2/NJ22.3.27. Robinhood Engineering Works Ltd. Referring to yours Hs/Rm/LG14.3.27, we returned to these people the one KLG. Sparking Plug, type 219 A, which you sent to me and…

Scan097 The satisfactory performance of K.L.G. sparking plugs in Phantom chassis testing compared to Lodge plugs.
View original record Hs. from Mx. X1518e. Mx2/T3.5.27 Phantom Chassis - K.L.G. Sparking Plugs We have now 48 of the 50 Chassis on test which were instructed to be fitted with K.L.G. Plugs. They have not given us any…

Scan098 Shortage of K.L.G. plugs for the Phantom chassis and the consequent need to use stock from the 20-HP model for testing.
View original record [crossed out]Dy[/crossed out] [crossed out]HS[/crossed out] from Mx. X1918e. Mx3/T11.5.27 RECEIVED MAY 11 PHANTOM CHASSIS - K.L.G. PLUGS I understand from Mr Matthews of the Stores this morning that…

Scan099 The trial of K.L.G. spark plugs on Phantom chassis and an issue with the supply of Lodge plugs.
View original record [Handwritten top center] X1918b. [Stamped top left] RECEIVED M?? 1927 Hs [Initial routing list, struck through] Mr. Rey. Hs. H.F. BYS/H. 12.5.27. PHANTOM CHASSIS - K.L.G. PLUGS.…

Scan100 Communication clarifying the branding change of K.L.G. spark plugs from K.1.R to K.1.
View original record BY. from ROY. c. to Hs. c. to Wx. c. to BP. c. to Hm. c. to My/Mt. RECEIVED MAY 17 1927 Hs x1918e K.L.G.Plugs ROY2/MG16.5.27 Below please find copy of communication to hand this morning from the…

Scan101 Urgent internal order for KLG type 275 sparking plugs.
View original record X1918b To Roy/Ms. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm2/LG19.5.27. Please order for us 1 doz. KLG. type 275 12 mm. sparking plugs. This matter is urgent. Hs/Rm

Scan102 Seeking instructions on the disposition of 30 sets of K.L.G. spark plugs from the Phantom chassis.
View original record By c Hs c Hny c HS RECEIVED MAY 23 1927 Hs X1918E. Mx/CEP2/T23.5.27. "Phantom" Chassis - K.L.G. Plugs We have now come to the point of almost despatching the 50 Phantom Cars in which it was agreed to…

Scan103 Arguing for the adoption of K.L.G. plugs over Lodge plugs for 40/50 HP chassis, citing performance, cost savings, and supply.
View original record BY. from ROY. c. to Hs. c. to Hx. X19180 ROY1/MG24.5.27 ----------- PLUGS ----------- I am sorry to note contents of BY5/H12.5.27, and would venture to suggest this question of fitting K.L.G.Plugs to…

Scan104 The production and pricing of 275 K.L.G. plugs for the Experimental Department.
View original record Hs. from ROY. Plugs ROY10/MG24.5.27 [Handwritten] X1918 l. The 275 K.L.G.Plugs you want for the Experimental Dept. are being made by the Robinhood Experimental Department, and they will give delivery…

Scan105 Return of 30 sets of K.L.G. plugs from Phantom Chassis to be re-issued for 20 HP production.
View original record X1918b BY/Mtn18/G.24.5.27. c. to Hs. c. to Roy. c. to Mt. PHANTOM CHASSIS - K.L.G. PLUGS. Referring to your memo MX/CEP2/T.23.5.27. kindly note BY. considers the 30 sets of K.L.G. plugs should be…

Scan106 Hs. to Roy requesting an order for 72 K.L.G. sparking plugs No. 550.
View original record X1918a. To Roy. from Hs. Hs2/LG13. 8. 28. Will you please order for us :- 72 K.L.G. sparking plugs No. 550. We should like delivery of these as soon as possible. Hs.

Scan107 Letter requesting an order for 72 more aero sparking plugs after satisfactory initial testing.
View original record To ROY. from Hs. X1918e Hsl/LG. Expl: Dept: 13th. Aug. 1928. The Robinhood Engineering Works, Putney Works, London S.W.1. Dear Sirs, Referring to the set of aero sparking plugs No.550 which you sent…

Scan108 Letter from The Robinhood Engineering Works regarding the testing and ordering of K.L.G. sparking plugs.
View original record X/9/8 R. PHONE: PUTNEY 2132 & 2133. TELEGRAMS: "KAELGEE, PHONE, LONDON." CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. CODES USED { A.B.C. 5TH EDITION. WESTERN UNION.…

Scan109 Letter to The Robinhood Engineering Works requesting supply details for a new type of sparking plug.
View original record X1918b. Expl: Dept: Hs/Rn4/LC. 24th. Aug. 1928. Messrs. The Robinhood Engineering Works, Putney Vale, London S.W.1. Dear Sirs, With reference to the visit of your Mr. Mundy to our Works on the 23rd.…

Scan110 Letter from The Robinhood Engineering Works regarding the performance and troubleshooting of a type 550 spark plug.
View original record Seen Hs. X1918e. CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. CODES USED { A.B.C. 5th EDITION. WESTERN UNION. TELEPHONE: PUTNEY 2132 & 2133. TELEGRAMS: "KAELGEE,…

Scan111 On the 10,000-mile test of a 20 HP car, discussing spark plug overheating and the need for new engine mountings.
View original record X19180 Hs. E. BY. DA. from R. c. to BJ. Wor. C. c. to SG. CNB. PN. R2/M14.1.29. X.5840c X.5970 X.1918 X.5005 20 HP. AT CHATEAUROUX - 10,000 MILES TEST. Apparently there is not much wrong with this, 4…

Scan112 Cost of K.L.G. 503 Sparking Plugs.
View original record Hs. X1918 la. ROY/GEA.12/EB1.5.29. With reference to the K.L.G.503 Sparking Plugs, supplied by the Robinhood Engineering Works, Ltd, in accordance with your memo reference Hs/Rm.2/LG.23.3.29. These…

Scan113 The return of K.L.G. Plugs Type 600 for inspection after testing.
View original record V1918e To BP. from Hs/Rn. c. to Mt. Stores. Hs/Rn3/LG25.5.29. We are sending into the Stores for despatch to The Robinhood Engineering Co.Ltd., K.L.G. Plugs - Type 600. These plugs are being returned…

Scan114 Letter from K.L.G. Sparking Plugs regarding a criticism of No.611 plugs and the provision of new No.610 plugs.
View original record X19182. TELEPHONE: PUTNEY 2132 & 2133 TELEGRAMS: "KAELGEE" PHONE, LONDON CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS CODES USED { A.B.C. 5TH EDITION, WESTERN UNION…

Scan115 Letter to K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Ltd. requesting nuts and washers for specific plugs.
View original record X1918-e. file C: TO O.D. Expt: Dept: X1918. X3035 HS/Rm.4/MJ. August 20th, 1929. K.L.G.Sparking Plugs Ltd., Putney Vale, London. S.W.15. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Lee Guinness, Esq. Will you…

Scan116 Letter from K.L.G. Sparking Plugs about specially made plugs with copper inserts for the Schneider Cup engine.
View original record X1918.b. TELEPHONE: PUTNEY 2132 & 2133 TELEGRAMS: KAELGEE-PHONE-LONDON CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY - WAR OFFICE - AIR MINISTRY & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS CODES USED { A.B.C. 5TH EDITION, WESTERN UNION…

Scan117 Letter from K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Limited regarding the provision of one hundred spark plugs for a race.
View original record K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Limited W.F. Hives, Esq. CONTINUATION NO. 1. DATE 30.8.29. I would not think of sending you these plugs so late in the day were it not for the fact that I am confident in my own…

Scan118 Release note for 30 K.L.G. aeroplane sparking plugs type 618 for experimental purposes.
View original record The Robinhood Engineering Works, Limited, PUTNEY VALE, LONDON, S.W.15. Telephone: PUTNEY 2132-3 To Messrs. Rolls-Royce Limited, Nightingale Road, DERBY. 30.8.29. K.L.G. ref. A.25786. RELEASE NOTE No.…

Scan119 Release note for 30 K.L.G. Aeroplane Sparking Plugs type 618 for experimental purposes.
View original record The Robinhood Engineering Works, Limited, PUTNEY VALE, LONDON, S.W.15. Telephone: PUTNEY 2132-3 To Messrs. Rolls-Royce Limited, Nightingale Road, DERBY. 30.8.29. K.L.G. ref. A.25786. RELEASE NOTE No.…

Scan120 Request for 26 type 618 sparking plugs to be sent to Central Stores for return to K.L.G.
View original record X1918e. To Stores. From Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm.1/MJ.22.1.30. Will you please send across to the Central Stores 26 type 618 sparking plugs. To be returned to K.L.G. Hs/Rm.

Scan121 Telegram regarding the return of a batch of plugs and the dispatch of improved replacements.
View original record ROYCAR DERBY. PLEASE RETURN WITHOUT USING THE THIRTY PLUGS TYPE 618 POSTED LAST NIGHT WE ARE SENDING TODAY THIRTY TO REPLACE SAME TYPE WITH SLIGHT BUT IMPORTANT INTERNAL IMPROVEMENT. KAELGEE.

Scan122 Relaying a telegram from K.L.G. requesting the return of thirty unimproved TYPE 618 plugs.
View original record Stores. From Hs/Bn. c. to O.O. S.O. X1718b Hs/Rn.3/MJ.31.1.30. We have just received a telegram from K.L.G. Co.Ltd., reading as follows:- PLEASE RETURN WITHOUT USING THE THIRTY PLUGS TYPE 618 POSTED…

Scan123 Testing of new modified K.L.G. spark plugs against the standard Type K1.
View original record X1918 l. To Hs. from ROY -------------- The K.L.G.people have brought out a modified Plug which they contend will give even better results in our Chassis than our present standard K.L.G.Plug (Type K1)…

Scan124 Withdrawing a signature for the standardisation of K.L.G. plugs for the 20 HP model due to their design.
View original record XI918.C. To Hs. from E. c. By. E1/MJ24.3.30. RE - IMPROVED K.1. K.L.G. PLUGS FOR 20 HP+ When signing a standardisation sheet for the above I did not realise that these were the plugs with stepped mica…

Scan125 Letter to K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Ltd. regarding eroded plugs and mica insulation issues.
View original record X19180 Expl. Dept. Hs/Rn.3/MJ. April 4th.1930. Messrs. K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Ltd., Robinhood Engineering Works, Putney Vale, LONDON.S.W.15. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Major Carington. We are…

Scan126 Two K.L.G. plugs being sent to K.L.G. Plugs Ltd. for examination.
View original record Stores From Hs/Rn. c. to O.O. S.O. X 1918b. Hs/Rn. 2/MJ. 7.4.30. We are sending into the Stores - Two K.L.G. Plugs for despatch to Messrs. K.L.G. Plugs Ltd., for the attention of Major Carington.…

Scan127 Standardisation of improved K.1 K.L.G. plugs for 20 HP chassis.
View original record RR 755 REVISED (10H) (DF 687 4-1-29) B.M. 2/5943. X 1918 C. COMPLETED 15.4.30. STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Date 19.3.30. Description of Parts. IMPROVED K.1 K.L.G. PLUGS FOR 20 HP. X No. 1918…

Scan128 Complaint letter to a supplier regarding a batch of unsatisfactory spark plugs.
View original record X19182. Expl. Dept. Hs/Lid.1/KT. 23rd February 1931. Messrs K.L.G.Sparking Plugs Ltd., Robinhood Engineering Works, Putney Vale, London.S.W.15. Dear Sirs, As you are aware we use your K.I. type plugs…

Scan129 Unauthorized electrode modification to spark plugs for the 20/25 HP Chassis.
View original record To Hs. from ROY. ROY10/MG25.2.31 V 1918 eu [STAMP: RECEIVED 26 FEB 1931 H] Kindly note Major Carington, of Messrs. K.L.G.Sparking Plugs Ltd, will be here early on Friday afternoon (27th) to discuss,…

Scan130 Request to order an additional 5 dozen K.L.G. K.I. sparking plugs for extended testing.
View original record 819186. To Roy. From Hs/Lid. Hs/Lid.3/KT.28.5.31. K.L.G. K.I. SPARKING PLUGS. With reference to the latest improved type K.L.G. K.I. plugs incorporating the thin central electrode, solid copper joint…

Scan131 Letter from K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Limited concerning the performance of two new sets of 14m/m plugs.
View original record 81918B. TELEPHONE: PUTNEY 2132 & 2133 TELEGRAMS: KAELGEE, PHONE, LONDON CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY · WAR OFFICE · AIR MINISTRY & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS CODES USED { A·B·C· 5TH EDITION WESTERN UNION…

Scan132 Advice note from K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Limited concerning the dispatch of sparking plugs.
View original record Telephone: PUTNEY 2132 and 2133. Telegrams: "KAELGEE, PHONE, LONDON." THE KLG SPARKING PLUG ADVICE NOTE. 61918b A 72895 Messrs. Rolls Royce Limited, DERBY. 11th April 1932 From K.L.G. SPARKING PLUGS…

Scan133 Letter to K.L.G. Sparking Plugs regarding the receipt of small plugs.
View original record 819180. Hs/Rm.4/AD. April 12th, 1932. Major Carington, K.L.G. Sparking Plugs, Ltd. Robinhood Engineering Works, Putney Vale, London, S.W.15. Dear Major Carington, Thank you so much for the small…

Scan134 The performance of four different types of 14 m/m sparking plugs on a C.XXII Unit.
View original record FOR FILES. 81918.b. 18.4.32. X.1918. X.4425. 14 m/m Sparking Plugs on C.XXII Unit. Four different types of 14 m/m Sparking Plugs have been tried on the above unit which has Cast Iron Turbulent Head…

Scan135 Letter to K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Ltd. detailing test results of their LK.1 and S.5 plugs.
View original record r1918b Expl. Dept. Hs/Rm.6/MJ. April 18th.1932. Major Carington, K.L.G. Sparking Plugs, Ltd., Robinhood Engineering Works, Putney Vale, LONDON.S.W.15. Dear Major Carington, We have now run tests on…

Scan136 Despatch note regarding the return of 6 LK.1 Type Plugs to K.L.G.'s Ltd. for inspection.
View original record 81918.l. Despatch Stores. From Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm.7/MJ.18.4.32. c. to C.O. c. to S.O. We are sending into the Stores for despatch to Messrs. K.L.G.'s Ltd. :- 6 LK.1 Type Plugs. There were supplied free of…

Scan137 Letter from K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Limited regarding the performance and modification of 14 m.m. plugs.
View original record 819186 TELEPHONE: PUTNEY 2132 & 2133 TELEGRAMS: KAELGEE·PHONE·LONDON CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY · WAR OFFICE · AIR MINISTRY & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS CODES USED: A.B.C. 5TH EDITION WESTERN UNION K.L.G.…

Scan138 Technical memo comparing the performance of Lodge and K.L.G. spark plugs, focusing on issues like misfiring and preignition.
View original record J 1918-b. r4425- R. From Hs/Lid. c.c. to Sg. c.c. to WOr. c.c. to E. c.c. to Ds. c.c. to Ly. Hs/Lid.11/MA.25.4.32. SPARKING PLUGS, CARS. Our present standard plugs for cars are :- P.II Lodge 'C.3'…

Scan139 Letter to Major Carrington of K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Ltd. regarding misfiring issues with their K.1 sparking plugs.
View original record 81918 e Hs/Rm.3/AD. April 25th, 1932. Major Carrington, K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Ltd. Robinhood Engineering Works. Putney Vale, London, S.W.15. Dear Major Carrington, Thank you for your letter of the…

Scan140 Letter from K.L.G. Sparking Plugs regarding the despatch of longer reach 14mm plugs and a visit to discuss issues with standard plugs.
View original record 81918.b. TELEPHONE: PUTNEY 2132 & 2133 TELEGRAMS: KAELGEE-PHONE-LONDON CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY - WAR OFFICE - AIR MINISTRY & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS CODES USED { A.B.C. 5TH EDITION WESTERN UNION…

Scan141 Request to despatch a set of twelve K.L.G. K.1 Thick Electrode Sparking Plugs to G.W. Hancock in France.
View original record X1918.b. To CEP. From Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm.4/MJ.9.5.32. Will you please despatch to G.W.Hancock, France, a set of twelve K.L.G. K.1 Thick Electrode Sparking Plugs. Hs/Rm.

Scan142 Letter from K.L.G. Sparking Plugs regarding the dispatch of six extension pieces for LKS6 plugs.
View original record 81918.b. TELEPHONE: PUTNEY 2132 & 2133 TELEGRAMS: KAELGEE·PHONE·LONDON CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY · WAR OFFICE · AIR MINISTRY & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS CODES USED: A B C 5TH EDITION WESTERN UNION K.L.G.…

Scan143 Request for 18 adaptors to test 14mm sparking plugs in experimental cars with 18mm plug holes.
View original record 81918 e. To RHC. From Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm.2/MJ.24.5.32. 14 mm. Sparking Plugs. In order to gain experience on the 14 mm. sparking plugs, we wish to run them in our experimental cars. Will you therefore…

Scan144 Results of performance tests on different brands of sparking plugs.
View original record 81918b. XU 425 To Hs. from Hs/G.W. Whyman. c. to Hs/Rm Hs/Iid. REPORT ON SPARKING PLUG TESTS. The first tests were carried out on 25-EX with the following results - (a) Lodge C.3. Slight missfires at…

Scan145 Report page concluding on magneto inefficiency and carburation deficiency causing misfires.
View original record -2- any missfires on battery ignition, and this again points to the lower efficiency of the magneto not being able to over- come a slight defficiency in carburation. A further report will be submitted…

Scan146 Letter to a spark plug manufacturer regarding the testing and development of plugs for experimental cars.
View original record 81918b. Expl. Dept. Hs/Rm.1/MJ. 24th. May 1932. Messrs. K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Ltd., Robinhood Engineering Works, Putney Vale, LONDON.S.W.15. For the attention of Major Carrington. Dear Major…

Scan147 Letter from K.L.G. Sparking Plugs discussing the supply, testing and design of L.K.S.5 spark plugs.
View original record TELEPHONE: PUTNEY 2132 & 2133 TELEGRAMS: KAELGEE·PHONE·LONDON CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY · WAR OFFICE · AIR MINISTRY & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS CODES USED: A·B·C· 5TH EDITION, WESTERN UNION 19186. K.L.G.…

Scan148 Letter to K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Ltd. about trying out models of a lengthened plug.
View original record 81918a. Hs/Rm.3/KT. 27th May, 1932. K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Ltd., Robinhood Engineering Works, Putney Vale, LONDON. S.W.15. For the attention of Major Carington. Dear Sir, Many thanks for you letter of…

Scan149 Ignition experiments conducted on a 25HP engine, detailing issues with spark plugs, distributors, and timing.
View original record HS/WST. FROM R. C. to SG. WOR. BY. C. to PN. E. RM. X19180. R2/M30.5.32. X.6095 X.1918 X.4425 25HP. IGNITION. While at Le Canadel we made several experiments on the 25HP. ignition, one or two by Dodd,…

Scan150 25HP engine ignition, detailing a new bench apparatus for testing K.L.G. spark plugs and analysing low-speed performance.
View original record X19180 R. From Hs/Wst. c. to Sg. c. to Wor. c. to EV. c. to L. c. to PH. Hs/Wst.T.AMA.1.6.32. 25HP IGNITION. X6095 Re. R.2/W.30.5.32., we are arranging to send you, three of the K.L.G plugs mentioned.…

Scan151 Letter from K.L.G. Sparking Plugs regarding modified L.K.S. plugs with increased barrel lengths.
View original record TELEPHONE: PUTNEY 2132 & 2133 TELEGRAMS: KAELGEE-PHONE-LONDON CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY · WAR OFFICE · AIR-MINISTRY & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS CODES USED { A·B·C· 5TH EDITION, WESTERN UNION [Handwritten…

Scan152 Letter to K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Ltd. regarding the suitability of different spark plug models for testing.
View original record 81918h. Hs/Rn.4/KT. 11th June, 1932. Messrs K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Ltd., Robinhood Engineering Works, Putney Vale, London. S.W.15. For the attention of Major Carrington. Dear Sirs, With reference to…

Scan153 Letter from K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Limited confirming an order for one dozen L.K.S.5 type plugs for experimental work.
View original record TELEPHONE: PUTNEY 2132 & 2133 TELEGRAMS: KAELGEE PHONE LONDON CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS X19186 CODES USED { A.B.C. 5TH EDITION, WESTERN UNION K.L.G.…

Scan154 Despatch note regarding the return of 11 tested spark plugs to the supplier, K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Ltd.
View original record 819186k. Despatch Stores. From Hs/Rm. c. to S.O. c. to O.O. Hs/Rm.1/MJ.15.7.32. We are sending into the Stores for despatch to Messrs. K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Ltd., Putney Vale, London.S.W.15., 11 LKS.6…

Scan155 Letter concerning the return of unsatisfactory spark plugs and the continued testing of a different model.
View original record X19186. Hs/Rm.6/AD. July 15th, 1932. K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Ltd. Robinhood Engineering Works, Putney Vale, London, S.W.15. For the attention of Major Carington. Dear Sirs, We are returning to you…

Scan156 Order request for two dozen modified spark plugs for the Peregrine engine from Lodge Plug Co. and K.L.G. Sparking Plug Co.
View original record Roy. from Hs/Rm. X1918b. Hs/Rm.10/AD 8.8.32. PLUGS FOR PEREGRINE. X4425 Will you please order from the Lodge Plug Co. one dozen 14 mm. HD.14.3 type plugs " " A.15 plugs modified as per our letter…

Scan157 Letter to a supplier requesting a modification to L.K.S.6 spark plugs and placing an order for one dozen.
View original record X19180 C. to ROY. Hs/Tan.9/AD. August 18th, 1932. K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Ltd. Robinhood Engineering Works, Putney Vale, London, S.W.15. For the attention of Major Carington. Dear Sirs, 14 mm. car…

Scan158 Letter from K.L.G. Sparking Plugs regarding the design and supply of 14 m/m diameter car plugs.
View original record X1918B. TELEPHONE: PUTNEY 2132 & 2133 TELEGRAMS: KAELGEE-PHONE-LONDON CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY - WAR OFFICE - AIR MINISTRY & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS CODES USED { A B C. 5TH EDITION, WESTERN UNION…

Scan159 Letter to K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Ltd requesting a set of a dozen 14mm plugs with increased reach.
View original record X1918B. Hs/Rm.3/KT. Your ref. LSMB/MSR. August 24th, 1932. K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Ltd, Robinhood Engineering Works, Putney Vale, London S.W.15. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 22nd.…

Scan160 Letter from a spark plug manufacturer regarding a custom order for 12 plugs with an increased reach.
View original record TELEPHONE: PUTNEY 2132 & 2133 TELEGRAMS: KAELGEE PHONE LONDON CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY · WAR OFFICE · AIR MINISTRY & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS CODES USED { A B C 5TH EDITION, WESTERN UNION } X1918h.…

Scan161 Letter from K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Limited about despatching altered design plugs for testing.
View original record X19186. K.L.G. SPARKING PLUGS LIMITED ROBINHOOD ENGINEERING WORKS PUTNEY VALE, LONDON, S.W.15 TELEPHONE: PUTNEY 2132 & 2133 GRAMS: KAELGEE - PHONE - LONDON TECHNICAL M.S.R. 5th September 1932. Messrs.…

Scan162 Order for two types of K.L.G. 14mm plugs.
View original record 81918.b ROY. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm. 3/KT. 26.10.32. Will you please order from the K.L.G. Co :- 12, K.L.G. 734 14 mm. plugs 12, K.L.G. LKS. 6728 14 mm. plugs. Hs/Rm.

Scan163 Letter from K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Limited regarding the dispatch of an order for plugs.
View original record 81918.e. TELEPHONE: PUTNEY 2132 & 2133 TELEGRAMS: KAELGEE-PHONE-LONDON CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY WAR OFFICE - AIR MINISTRY & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS CODES USED: A.B.C. 5TH EDITION, WESTERN UNION K.L.G.…

Scan164 Return of two K.L.G. sparking plugs for examination.
View original record D/BP. from Hs/Rm. c. Despatch Stores. c. Roy. 819186 Hs/Rm.17/AD21.11.32. K.L.G. SPARKING PLUGS We are sending into the stores for despatch to K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Ltd. Two sparking plugs type…

Scan165 Letter to K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Ltd. regarding issues with LKS.6 plugs showing pre-ignition during engine testing.
View original record r 1918.e Hs/Rm.13/AD. November 21st, 1932. The K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Ltd. Robinhood Engineering Works, Putney Vale, London, S.W.15. Dear Sirs, We have now had an extended run on the Continent on your…

Scan166 Letter concerning returned L.K.S.6 plugs and forthcoming improved samples with increased heat resistance.
View original record X1918.b. TELEPHONE: PUTNEY 2132 & 2133 GRAMS: KAELGEE PHONE-LONDON CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY - WAR OFFICE - AIR MINISTRY & FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS CODES USED: A.B.C. 5TH EDITION WESTERN UNION K.L.G.…

Scan167 Inquiry about the provision of a sheet metal battery box for the 20/25 chassis and the preparation of a special battery for testing.
View original record X6053. Ey. from EFC. EFC6/AD22.1.31. X.6043. 20/25 SHEET METAL BATTERY BOX X.6053. We should be pleased to know from you what is now the exact position regarding the provision of a sheet metal battery…

Scan168 The battery arrangement for the 'Japan 3' project, favouring width over length.
View original record EFC. FROM DA. X.6107. DA2/M23.1.31. C. to WOR. HS. X.6107 JAPAN 3. BATTERY. C. to RHC. DY. It seems certain that we shall want to use the battery arranged with all the cells with the long dimensions…

Scan169 Alternative battery options for the Japan 3 project, comparing cost and capacity.
View original record WOR. FROM DA. C. to EFC. HS. (Strikethrough) C. to RHC. BY. (Strikethrough) X.6107 DA3/M23.1.31. X.6107 JAPAN 3. BATTERY. On looking through the National Accumulator Co's list we see that the 20HP.…

Scan170 Technical justification for using the more expensive TBD7E battery over cheaper alternatives for the 20/25HP model.
View original record 67.6. X. 6104. 4-2-31 JD.115. X4642 20/25HP Battery. With reference to DA3/M23-1-31 we agree that the TBD7E Battery is more expensive than other batteries of similar capacities & dimensions we do not…

Scan171 Design, materials, and layout of car batteries.
View original record 2 J.D.11S. & ebonite separators would be fitted as a combination they contain wood only, which are insufficient in themselves to give good insulation until the battery fails from some other source.…

Scan172 Note regarding battery leakage between cell terminals and retaining features in any new layout.
View original record J.D.115. 2 evidence of leakage taking place between the cell terminals where we get a nominal 8 volts. If the layout of the battery is changed we should retain the features that and are contained in…

Scan173 Performance report and discharge test results for a battery after 13,305 miles.
View original record C.7.6. X4642P. 4-2-31 J.D.116. X4642P. PART BD7E-16 Battery from 18 GW (226) This battery has now ran 13305 miles satisfactorily & is 10 months old. On Low Rate Discharge 56.0 ampere hours were…

Scan174 Modifications to the brake cables and battery arrangement for project 'JAPAN 3'.
View original record X6107 SECRET. R. from Da. c. Sg. Wor. c. By. Hs. Hy. Dal/M5.2.31. JAPAN 3. BATTERY & SUSPENSION. Herewith we send print of Nl sc. 3213 - Battery and Suspension. We wish to move the brake cables…

Scan175 Chart recording of an electrical test, showing amperage over time.
View original record 2-2-31 226 P&RTBD7E-16 50 a.h. 81 lbs. Average amperes : 5.0 Hours = 11.2 Ampere hours = 56.0 .691 2.34

Scan176 Japan 3 project, comparing a 6-cell in-line battery with the standard 20/25 battery arrangement.
View original record To Da. from EFC. c. Wor. c. Hy. Hs. X6107 EFC4/AD6.2.31. X.6107. JAPAN 3. BATTERY. Referring to your Da2/M23.1.31 we have satisfied ourselves (as already mentioned to you in our EFC3/ADL7.11.30) that…

Scan177 Arguing against the use of an inferior battery for economy reasons, detailing the technical disadvantages.
View original record To WOT. from EFC. c. Dr. c. Hs. X6107. EFC5/AD6.2.31. X.6107. JAPAN 3. BATTERY. With reference to Da3/M23.1.31, we are not in favour of attempting to appreciate an economy through the use of a battery…

Scan178 Improvements in battery design, reliability, and lifespan, specifically regarding separators and acid gravity.
View original record -2- EFC5/AD6.2.31 contd. are fitted in the rear of frame in which position we desire to minimise, as far as possible, the amount of topping up necessary. It also involves the use of higher specific…

Scan179 Letter to a battery supplier regarding terminal corrosion and referencing a previous solution.
View original record C. to EFC. X6054 N BY/Mtn5/N. RECEIVED 6th.February 1931. Messrs.Peto & Radford, 50, Grosvenor Gardens, Victoria, London S.W.1. X. 6054. Dear Sirs, We have received a complaint from Messrs. Hooper &…

Scan180 Letter to Messrs. Peto & Radford concerning a complaint from Messrs. Hoopers about battery corrosion.
View original record To. Messrs.Peto & Radford. -2- Cont'd. you get in touch with Messrs.Hoopers, and send them a supply of washers, so that they can carry out the changeover on any batteries that shew signs of corrosion…

Scan181 Secret memo regarding the request for a '6 in line' battery configuration to allow for better positioning of brake ropes on the Japan 3 project.
View original record X6107 EFC. FROM DA. SECRET. DA2/M10.2.31. X.6107 JAPAN 3. BATTERY. With reference to your memos. on the above point, what we are immediately interested in is that we want the battery to be 6 in line,…

Scan182 Letter to The National Accumulator Co. Ltd. regarding an error in their car battery catalogue.
View original record X6054 N. EFC7/AD. 11th February, 1931. The National Accumulator Co.Ltd. 93, Great Portland St. London, W.1. Dear Sirs, Re - Your Car Battery Catalogue. Referring to your latest National Accumulator…

Scan183 Letter from National Accumulator Co Ltd regarding an error in their catalogue.
View original record X6054.N NATIONAL ACCUMULATOR CO LTD CONTROLLING THE SALES OF HART AND PETO & RADFORD ACCUMULATORS (Portable Types) 93 GREAT PORTLAND STREET · LONDON · W·1 TELEPHONE LANGHAM 1473 · TELEGRAMS…

Scan184 New 'S' Type terminal and domed cell lid for the 20/25HP chassis battery.
View original record X4642P To EFC. BY/RD2/IG.14.2.31. [STAMPED: RECEIVED 9 FEB 1931] X.4642E. 20/25HP CHASSIS BATTERY. X.4642 P. On "T" Series we are introducing the "S" Type terminal on the battery, its official number…

Scan185 Cracked battery lid for a 20/25-HP chassis and ordering a replacement.
View original record RECEIVED X6053 Hs. WST ROY/MS5/P.18.2.31. 1932 JAN 28 HS 20/25-HP CHASSIS BATTERY IN MOULDED EBONITE CASE TYPE 6-SM7-IL. In reply to yours Hs/Wstl1/AD15.1.32, the Battery Box Lid sent to replace the…

Scan186 Electrical experimental record sheet for a component, logging test periods, locations, and mileage.
View original record ELECTRICAL EXPERIMENTAL RECORD SHEETS. IXNO 4642E Exide 6xL3-4-5 (208) Date on. | Location. | Date off. | REMARKS. | Miles reading Start. | Miles reading finish. | Miles covered | Total miles. 20-3-29…

Scan187 Electrical experimental record sheet for an Exide battery, tracking mileage.
View original record ELECTRICAL EXPERIMENTAL RECORD SHEET IXNO 4642E. Exide (6XL3-4-7) Battery (233) Date on. Location. Date off. REMARKS. Miles ref.. Start. Miles Finish. Miles covered Total miles. 21-7-30 GLN60 -…

Scan188 Experimental record sheet for an Exide 6XL3-4-6 battery test.
View original record ELECTRICAL EXPERIMENTAL RECORD SHEETS. X.4642E Exide 6XL3-4-6 Battery (223) Date on. | Location. | Date off. | REMARKS. | Miles reading start. | Miles reading finish. | Miles covered | Total miles.…

Scan189 Experimental record sheet tracking the mileage and performance of a battery.
View original record ELECTRICAL EXPERIMENTAL RECORD SHEETS. TEX No 4642P P+RTBD7E-16 Battery (226) Date on. | Location. | Date off. | REMARKS. | Miles reading start. | Miles reading finish. | Miles covered | Total miles.…

Scan190 Test results for a P&RTBD7E-15 battery detailing low and high rate discharge performance.
View original record E.J.C. T.D.120. X4642P. 24-2-31 X4642P Tests on P&RTBD7E-15 Battery (194) This battery has ran 12,594 miles on 16 G IV & is 2 yrs 7 months old. On Low Rate Discharge 57 1/4 ampere hours were realised…

Scan191 Letter to Messrs. Peto & Radford regarding tests on a modified 3.RRN11 battery and enclosing a report.
View original record X6054 P. EFC2/AD. 10th March, 1931. Messrs. Peto & Radford, Dagenham Dock, Essex. For the attention of Mr.Pritchett. Dear Sirs, We duly received the National 3.RRN11 battery made up with modified…

Scan192 Test report on a National RRN.11 battery with modified negative grids.
View original record COPY. JD1114. NATIONAL RRN.11. BATTERY (238) WITH MODIFIED NEGATIVE GRIDS. This battery has the modified negative grids as suggested by the National Accumulator Co. designed to give a lower maximum…

Scan193 Letter from accumulator manufacturer Peto & Radford regarding test results of a 3-RRN11 battery.
View original record X6054P: Manufacturers of P. & R. Accumulators. ESTABLISHED 1889. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors:-Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S. Company, Limited. DIRECTORS SIR ARCHIBALD G. GOLD. F. C. GRAHAM MENZIES. C R.…

Scan194 Graph chart recording the results of a component test, including average amperes, hours, and ampere-hours.
View original record 18-3-30 211/2 Exide 3RR5-TEL-3·4 75 a.h. 110 lbs Average amperes = 6·19 Hours = 11·5 Ampere Hours = 71·1 ·646 1·80w EVERETT, EDGCUMBE & CO., LTD., LONDON.

Scan195 Battery test chart recording amperage and ampere-hours over time.
View original record 31-12-29 224 P&R & Exide V61 111lls 75-s. Average amperes: 6.4 Hours: 9.75 Ampere Hours: 62.4 .56/ 1.80w TRADE MARK 'MEGGER'

Scan196 Performance chart logging average amperes and ampere-hours over time.
View original record 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 1 2 3 4 7-1-30 224 PPR + Exide N.S.I. 111/LOC 75 ah. 2 Average amperes = 6.34 Hours = 9.7 Ampere hours = 61.5 .554 1.80w REGD TRADE MARK "EVERETT"

Scan197 Chart recording the results of an electrical battery discharge test.
View original record 14-1-30 224 P & R + Exide NS1 11lbs. 75ah 3 Average amperes = 6.32 Hours = 10.0 Ampere hours = 63.2 .570 1.80v

Scan198 Graph chart recording of a battery performance test.
View original record 20-10-30 224 P&R & Exide N.S.1. 75a.h. 111 lbs. Average amperes = 6.41 Hours .9.5 Ampere hours = 60.9 .540 1.80w

Scan199 Chart recorder graph displaying the results of an electrical test, including average amperes and ampere-hours.
View original record 19-6-30 213/4 P4RRRN11-192 114 lbs 75 a.h. Average amperes = 6.48 Hours = 6.5 Ampere hours = 42.2 -37/ 1.80w

Scan200 Chart recorder graph showing the results of an electrical test, likely a battery discharge test.
View original record 22-12-30 215/6 P+R RRNII-3+4 114 lbs. 75 a.h. Average amperes = 6.44 Hours = 13.25 Ampere hours. = 85.5 .750 1.80w

Scan201 Test chart recording electrical current over time with calculated results.
View original record 18-3-30 2/7/8 P+RRRNII-5+B 75 a.h. 114 lbs. 8/1/18 For RR Time out in at time of fuel consumption Average amperes = 6.28 Hours = 10.5 Ampere hours = 66.0 .579 1.800 TRADE MARK EVERETT, EDGCUMBE,…

Scan202 Chart recording of an electrical test showing amperage over a 12-hour period.
View original record 19-3-30 219/20 P+RRRNII-7+8 75a.h. 114 lbs. Average amperes = 6.38 Hours = 12.0 Ampere hours = 76.6 .672 1.80w

Scan203 Fault with P&R + Exide B.U.C. batteries where vent plugs allowed acid to spray.
View original record x 6054. 5.4.31 J. Dodd. P&R + Exide B.U.C. Battery (225) The battery on 18.EX. is made up of 3 cells by Exide, and 3 cells by P&R. All three celluloid tops in the vent plugs of the P&R worked loose…

Scan204 Electrical experimental record sheet logging the performance of an Exide battery.
View original record ELECTRICAL EXPERIMENTAL RECORD SHEETS. F/9369 X6054 B Des/No 7535 * 6054 Exide 3RRS4L-3 Battery (211) Date on. | Location. | Date off. | REMARKS. | Miles reading start. | Miles reading finish. | Miles…

Scan205 Electrical experimental record sheet for an Exide 3RR5-IL-4 Battery, tracking mileage and modifications.
View original record X6054 E F79369 IXNA 7535 + 6054 ELECTRICAL EXPERIMENTAL RECORD SHEETS Exide 3RR5-IL-4 Battery (212) Date on. | Location. | Date off. | REMARKS. | Miles reading Start. | Miles reading finish. | Miles…

Scan206 Letter comparing test figures for modified and standard batteries at a temperature of 50°F (10°C).
View original record X6054A. Hs/GJL/AD. 4th May, 1931. Messrs. Peto & Radford, Dagenham Dock, Essex. For the attention of Mr. Pritchett. Dear Sirs, We regret the delay in replying to your letter ref. CCFP/CL. of the 12th…

Scan207 Letter from Peto & Radford acknowledging information about tests on the 3-RRN11 battery.
View original record x 6054 P. THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS Manufacturers of P. & R. Accumulators. ESTABLISHED 1889. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors: -Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S. Company, Limited. THE MOTOR…

Scan208 Requesting to book in a National accumulator, type 6TB6S-7E, delivered by Mr. Minchin.
View original record X6054.P. G/Mt. from Hs/HEW. Hs/HEW3/AD 19.6.31. Will you please arrange to book in one National accumulator type 6TB6S-7E. This was brought up tothe Works by Mr. Minchin of the National Accumulator…

Scan209 Battery tests for excessive gassing and corrosion on Chassis 37-WJ, with recommendations for repair.
View original record X6054p By. from Hs/GJ. Hs/GJ2/AMO.7.31. X.6054P X.8783 RE : Ian T. Nelson Esq. - Chassis 37-WJ. In accordance with D/BP/WGL6/WS27.6.31, tests have been made on this battery for excessive gassing and…

Scan210 Sending a battery from chassis 37-WJ to the makers for investigation due to excessive gassing.
View original record X6054 P. D/BP. from Hs/GJ. g. G/Mt. c. By/Mtn. Hs/GJ1/ADL3.7.31. BATTERY FROM CHASSIS 37-WJ. We are sending into the Stores the above P & R. battery for despatch to the makers for their investigation.…

Scan211 Request to obtain two standard 6-volt batteries for an experimental 40/50 chassis.
View original record X60548 Roy. from Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.4/ADL.9.31. X60548/p BATTERIES FOR EXPTL. CHASSIS. We require a new 40/50 chassis 12-volt battery for the use of exptl. chassis as the batteries on our 40/50 chassis…

Scan212 Letter to The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. requesting samples of a positive and negative plate and separator.
View original record X6054. Hs/Wst.3/AD. December 31st, 1931. The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Clifton Junction, Nr. Manchester. For the attention of Mr. McKinnon. Dear Sirs, We thank you for the Chloride Chronicles…

Scan213 Letter from an electrical storage company confirming a sample of battery plates and a separator for a 6-volt unit will be sent.
View original record X6054. TELEPHONES :- SWINTON 2011 (7 LINES). TELEGRAMS :- CHLORIDIC, PENDLEBURY. CODES :- BENTLEYS, LIEBERS, A. I. AND A.B.C. (4TH & 5TH EDITIONS.) THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED…

Scan214 Experimental record sheet for a P+R RRN 11-1 battery, tracking its testing and mileage.
View original record X6054 P. ELECTRICAL EXPERIMENTAL RECORD SHEETS. F/9369 EX No 7535+6654 P+R RRN 11-1 Battery (213) | Date on. | Location. | Date off. | REMARKS. | Miles reading start. | Miles reading finish. | Miles…

Scan215 Electrical experimental record sheet for a P & RDRN11-2 battery.
View original record X6054 R ELECTRICAL EXPERIMENTAL RECORD SHEETS. F79369 Ex No 7535 + 6054 P & RDRN11-2 Battery (214) Date on. | Location. | Date off. | REMARKS. | Miles reading start. | Miles reading finish. | Miles…

Scan216 Electrical experimental record sheet for a P&R BRNII-3 battery, logging usage, mileage, and modifications over time.
View original record X6054 P. ELECTRICAL EXPERIMENTAL RECORD SHEETS. F79369 Deva NO 7535 & 6054. P&R BRNII-3 Battery (215) Date on. | Location. | Date off. | REMARKS. | Miles Reading Start. | Miles Reading Finish. | Miles…

Scan217 Electrical experimental record sheet for a P&R RRNII-4 battery, detailing its test history and mileage.
View original record X6054 R. ELECTRICAL EXPERIMENTAL RECORD SHEETS. F79369 No 7535+6054 P&R RRNII-4 Battery (216) | Date on. | Location. | Date off. | REMARKS. | Miles reading start. | Miles reading finish. | Miles…

Scan218 Electrical experimental record sheet for a P & R RRN11-6 Battery, tracking mileage and modifications.
View original record X6054 P ELECTRICAL EXPERIMENTAL RECORD SHEETS F79369 7535/X6054 P & R RRN11-6 Battery (218) | Date on. | Location. | Date off. | REMARKS. | Miles reading Start. | Miles reading Finish. | Miles covered…

Scan219 Electrical experimental record sheet for a P+R RRNII-S battery.
View original record X6084 P ELECTRICAL EXPERIMENTAL RECORD SHEETS. F79369 TX-7535/6054 (TX is crossed out) P+R RRNII-S Battery (217) Date on. | Location. | Date off. | REMARKS. | Miles reading start. | Miles reading…

Scan220 Letter to be sent to the National Accumulator Co. Ltd.
View original record 4642P By/Mtn. From Hs/GJ. Hs/GJ.1/MJ.25.7.31. Re. the attached letter FC/LP/R/GEN. 22 nd.inst. Will you please take this matter up and send the required letter to Messrs. National Accumulator Co. Ltd.…

Scan221 Request to Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. for particulars of the new type XSM.7 battery.
View original record X4642B Hs/Wst.4/AD. October 3rd, 1931. The Chloride Electriaal Storage Co.Ltd. Clifton Junction, Nr. Manchester. Dear Sirs, With reference to the new type XSM.7 battery recently supplied to us in a…

Scan222 Letter from a supplier confirming the capacity and estimated weight of a new XSM7 battery for a 20/25-HP chassis.
View original record X46421 ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED TELEPHONES - SWINTON 2011 (7 LINES). TELEGRAMS - CHLORIDIC, PENDLEBURY. CODES:- BENTLEYS.…

Scan223 Battery and battery box incompatibility for the last 50 'T' series chassis and recommending a new design.
View original record X6053 Hs. (struck through) c. Hs/Wst. c. BY/HBD. (struck through) c. BY/RD. (struck through) BY.3/G.7.10.31. BATTERIES - LAST 50 CHASSIS IN 'T' SERIES. ------------------------------------------ The…

Scan224 The testing and recommended fitment of modified batteries for the last 50 T. Series chassis.
View original record X6053 Ey. from Hs/Wst. c. Ey/HEB. c. Ey/RD. Hs/Wst.1/AD9.10.31. BATTERIES FOR LAST 50 CHASSIS T. SERIES. Answering your Ey 3/G7.10.31, re the above, we have only had one of these modified batteries…

Scan225 Sample battery from Peto and Radford for testing and fitting to a 20/25 HP chassis.
View original record WST X4642P Roy Hs. BY/RD5/W.23-10-31. Re :- 20/25 H.P.Chassis. - Batteries - We have received from Messrs.Peto and Radford a sample battery 6-TBS7-A (D.52370) which is suitable for the 20/25…

Scan226 Cracked Exide battery lid, requesting a replacement and suggesting a design improvement for the screws.
View original record X6053 Roy. from Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.1/AS26.10.31. 20/25 EXIDE BATTERY TYPE 6-SSM7-IL. The moulded lid of one of the two of the above type new batteries recently received from the Chloride Co. has been…

Scan227 Letter to The National Accumulator Ltd. regarding missing lead washers on a sample battery for a 20/25 HP chassis.
View original record X4642P Hs/Wst.4/AD. October 26th, 1931. The National Accumulator Ltd. 93, Great Portland St, London, W.1. Dear Sirs, 20/25 HP. chassis battery type 6-TBS7-A. We have recently received a sample battery…

Scan228 Letter from a supplier discussing the intentional omission of lead washers on a 20/25 HP chassis battery.
View original record X4642P. Manufacturers of P. & R. Accumulators. ESTABLISHED 1889. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors:—Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S. Company, Limited. DIRCTOR SIR ARCHIBALD G. GOLD, F. C. GRAHAM MENZIES. C R. D.…

Scan229 Letter to Peto & Radford concerning lead washers for the 20/25 HP Battery Type 6-TBS7-A.
View original record X4642P Hs/Wst.3/KT. 2nd. November,1931. Peto & Radford, Dagenham Dock, Essex. Dear Sirs, 20/25 HP. Battery Type 6-TBS7-A. In reply to your letter of the 30th. inst. ref. CGFP/GL. we wish to have the…

Scan230 The omission of lead washers on a new type of P&R battery.
View original record X4642P. To By/RD. from Hs/Wst. c. to Roy. Hs/Wst.2/KT.2.11.31. 20/25.P & R NEW TYPE BATTERY. The sample P&R. battery type 6-TBS-7A. recently received by us from the makers differed from our 40/50…

Scan231 Correspondence regarding the fitting of lead washers to various battery types.
View original record X4642P Manufacturers of P. & R. Accumulators. ESTABLISHED 1889. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors: - Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S. Company, Limited. DIRECTOR SIR ARCHIBALD G. GOLD. F. C. GRAHAM MENZIES, C. R.…

Scan232 Letter to The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. to arrange a meeting to discuss reducing battery costs.
View original record X6136. Hs/Wst.3/AD. December 21st, 1931. The Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd. Clifton Junction, Nr. Manchester. Dear Sirs, We should be pleased if one of your representatives could visit us some…

Scan233 Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Company regarding a scheme for battery interchangeability.
View original record X6126. THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED TELEPHONES :- SWINTON 2011 (7 LINES). TELEGRAMS :- CHLORIDIC, PENDLEBURY. CODES :- BENTLEYS, LIEBERS, A. I. AND A.B.C.(4TH & 5TH EDITIONS).…

Scan234 Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Company Limited regarding battery interchangeability and options for vehicles.
View original record X6136 THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED TELEPHONES:- SWINTON 2011 (7 LINES). TELEGRAMS:- CHLORIDIC, PENDLEBURY. CODES:- BENTLEYS, LIEBERS, A. I. AND A.B.C (4th & 5th EDITIONS). LONDON…

Scan235 Page 2 of a letter from Chloride Electrical Storage Company regarding battery container materials and design.
View original record Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED -2- Messrs.Rolls-Royce Limited. We shall be glad to have your comments on this question of the actual battery with which you would like your new battery to…

Scan236 Blueprint showing outline and dimensions for two battery types, for Ford Model A and Ford Model B.
View original record PLAN No GD.53617 9 5/8 8 13/16 7 9/16 9 7 1/4 3-XFL 13-1 BATTERY FORD Model "A" 8 7/8 9 3/16 7 1/8 3-XFB 13-1 BATTERY FORD Model "B" TITLE - Outline of 3-XFL 13-1 & 3-XFB 13-1 BATTERIES SCALE:- DRAWN…

Scan237 Blueprint outline of a '3XR4-1H' Exide battery.
View original record PLAN N⁰ GD.53619 Exide 9 1/8" (232 m/m) 9" (229 m/m) 6 15/16" (176 m/m) TITLE:- OUTLINE OF "3XR4-1H" BATTERY SCALE:- 3"=1' DRAWN BY.. RB CHECKED BY.. FIRST MADE FOR R/R. NO. DATE TRACED 6.32 DATE…

Scan238 Blueprint showing the outline and dimensions of a special 3XR5-1H battery.
View original record PLAN No GD. 53618 10 3/8" 264 Exide 9 5/16" 237 9 3/4" 248 1/8" 3 45° 6 3/4" 172 Dimensions in inches & milli-metres. TITLE: Outline of Special "3XR5-1H" Battery Dayerite Container DRAWN BY: J.V.…

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