Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Assembly instruction for the Distributor control rod pin on a 20 HP Chassis. | ||
| View original record | X 7690 RHC. C. EFC. BY/RD5./ML 7.7.24. X.9690 - DISTRIBUTOR - E.A.C.11. In accordance with LeC.1886 the standard 20 H.P. Chassis Distributor will be used, with the exception that the pin for the… | ||
| scan0002 | Amendments to the production test for the EAC distributor. | ||
| View original record | X6118 EFC. 17.1.25. PRODUCTION TEST OF EAC. DISTRIBUTOR. In the event of the standardisation of the condenser earthing scheme we suggest that paragraph 3 page 1 could be altered as follows :-… | ||
| scan0003 | Requesting an experiment to modify a standard battery ignition distributor head with ventilation holes for testing. | ||
| View original record | X7690 To HHC. from EFC. c. GWH. EFC4/T15.4.25. X7690 X.8690. BATTERY IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR. Herewith we hand to you an up-to-date standard battery ignition distributor head. Would you kindly have… | ||
| scan0004 | From EFC to RHC requesting six holes be drilled in an EAC distributor head for an experiment. | ||
| View original record | X7690 EFC3/T23.4.25. To RHC. from EFC. X.7690. EAC. DISTRIBUTOR. Reference our EFC4/T15.4.25, transpiring as it does that the engine unit which was on 46-PK is now on 98-NK, we should be glad if you… | ||
| scan0005 | Production inspection, adjustment, and testing procedure for an ignition distributor and contact breaker. | ||
| View original record | X 7690 15.5.25. X.8781dr. PRODUCTION INSPECTION, ADJUSTMENT & TEST OF R.R. EAC. IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR & CONTACT BREAKER. X.7690. Inspection shall be made that the contact points are exactly opposite,… | ||
| scan0006 | Instructions for testing and adjusting a distributor, including platinum gap, spring tension, and high tension rotor. | ||
| View original record | -2- Contd. The resulting platinum gap should be noted for future reference and should lie between .017" and .021" but the adjustment should initially be carried out as above. (2) The distributor… | ||
| scan0007 | Instructions for examining the H.T. rotor and checking clearances after a governor test. | ||
| View original record | -3- Contd. insulation is sound. (4) After the governor test (see sheets dated 28.1.25 headed "EAC. Oil Relay Ignition Governor" - this being a portion of Hs/Rm/LG28.1.25) the H.T. rotor shall be… | ||
| scan0008 | Specification for the tangential force required to advance or retard the ignition distributor. | ||
| View original record | x7690 15.5.25. The tangential force at lever pin radius necessary to advance or retard the ignition distributor shall lie between the limits 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 lbs. weight. EFC. | ||
| scan0009 | From EFC to RHC regarding the modification of an EAC distributor's contact breaker. | ||
| View original record | v7690 To RHC. from EFC. EFC5/T15.5.25. X7690. X.8690. EAC. DISTRIBUTOR. Herewith we hand to you contact breaker portion of distributor unit. I should be pleased if you will have this made up comletely… | ||
| scan0010 | Request to obtain an up-to-date EAC contact breaker and distributor with a new earthing connection for experimental purposes. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. from EFC. X7690 EFC1/T20.5.25. X.8690 - EAC. CONTACT BREAKER & DISTRIBUTOR. Would you kindly obtain for us for general experimental purposes in our Dept., one up-to-date EAC. contact breaker… | ||
| scan0011 | 10,000-mile test of a ventilated distributor head and standard platinum points. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. INSTRUCTIONS. To: E.Y.C. Order No. WB19 Customer's No. X 8670 Ventilated distributor head and std platinum points connected direct to condenser. A 10,000 miles test has been completed… | ||
| scan0012 | Test report on the condition of components, noting issues with plated ports and a high tension feeder. | ||
| View original record | 25 Shts/100 Bks ) (BH57.29-6-20.) MP 224359 ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. INSTRUCTIONS. To 19 Order No. (2) Customer's No. was good, the amount of metal which had melted and formed a pip being rather smaller in… | ||
| scan0013 | Corrosion on EAC battery ignition distributor mouldings, including Mr. Royce's suggestions for a solution. | ||
| View original record | To EFC. from E. c. to CJ. c. to BY. c. to Hs. X7690 E2/M18.8.25. EAC. BATTERY IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR. X.4357 X.3199 X.8690/1 X7690/X8691 The 2 sample distributor mouldings shewing H.T. tracking have… | ||
| scan0014 | Request to drill additional holes in the ventilating distributor head on a second chassis for an experiment. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. from EFC. c. Mr. Warwick. x7690 EFC5/T8.7.25. RE VENTILATING DISTRIBUTOR, X.8690. x7690 So far we have this experiment on only one chassis, namely, 44-PK. We would like also to have it on… | ||
| scan0015 | 10,000 mile bench test of a standard contact breaker and distributor. | ||
| View original record | EFC. X7-90 July 22nd 1925. WB.33. X.8690/A. X8691. 10,000 MILE BENCH TEST OF STANDARD CONTACT BREAKER AND DISTRIBUTOR. The above test has been carried out on a standard EAC. distributor for the… | ||
| scan0016 | 10,000-mile test of a standard distributor and platinum points, including the effects of ventilation on corrosion. | ||
| View original record | EFC. WB.40. X7690 4.9.25. X.8690/1. X.4652/3. X8691 10,000 MILE TEST OF STANDARD DISTRIBUTOR & PLATINUM POINTS WITH COIL GP1 (REDUCED GAUGE OF PRIMARY). The condition of the platinum points after this… | ||
| scan0017 | Suitability of different metals for H.T. distributors and comparing insulation with Bosch products. | ||
| View original record | X7690 To EFC. from R. R3/M15.9.25. X.800. X.4357. X.8690 X.4275. X.3309 In our H.T. distributors I believe we use nickel. Would any other metal be more suitable, such as tungsten, real silver, or… | ||
| scan0018 | Experiments on materials for H.T. distributor sparking points. | ||
| View original record | To R. from EFC. c. CJ. HY. X 7690 EFC6/T22.9.25. RE H.T. DISTRIBUTOR. X 7690 X 800 X3309 X4357 Answering your R3/M15.9.25, experiments on distributor sparking points of various materials were made on… | ||
| scan0019 | Ignition system failures, ventilation issues, and experiments on distributor components. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- in which it occurred with us, to insufficient ventilation. We feel that there must be something in the moister climate of this country as compared with America, so that ventilation is not… | ||
| scan0020 | Request for a statement on distributor features fitted to chassis 8-EX. | ||
| View original record | X8691 To RHC. from EFC. EFC4/T23.9.25. RE CHASSIS 8-EX. X.8780. Would you please let me have a statement as to the various distributor features mentioned on the sheet dated 12.9.25 which you were able… | ||
| scan0021 | Proposal for modifications to the battery ignition system to exclude crankchamber gas. | ||
| View original record | X8690 Hs. EFC. BY/SS. BY/RD. BY19/H. 11.1.26. X8691 BATTERY IGNITION. MODIFICATIONS TO EXCLUDE CRANKCHAMBER GAS. Referring to EFC3/T, 8.1.26. and EFC2/T.8.1.26. copies of which Hs. can refer to in his… | ||
| scan0022 | Issues with bad platinum contact points and considerations for standardization. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - BY19/H. 11.1.26. ----------------- Personally, I should be inclined to leave it, as so far as I am aware we are not having a great deal of complaint at the moment in this particular direction,… | ||
| scan0023 | Ventilation of the distributor for the 20 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | X 5690 To EFC. C. BY/SS BY/RD2/ML14.1.26. VENTILATION OF DISTRIBUTOR - 20 H.P. CHASSIS. Answering your EFC1/T9.1.26, LeC.2121 did not refer to the 20 H.P. Chassis and if you will examine the… | ||
| scan0024 | Standardising the ventilation of the 20 HP distributor, referencing the New Phantom. | ||
| View original record | X5690 To RHC. from EFC. EFC4/T15.1.26. RE VENTILATION OF DISTRIBUTOR - 20 HP. On chassis 10-GIII for the 10,000 mile test we should be pleased if you would arrange for the distributor head and base to… | ||
| scan0025 | Standardisation and running of tungsten contact points on a distributor for model 10-GIII. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- EFC4/T15.1.26. and send you the remainder only. Since the more recent tungsten contact points with one point domed are proving reasonably satisfactory, and are proposed for standardisation,… | ||
| scan0026 | Standardisation of distributor ventilation on the 20 HP chassis to align with the New Phantom. | ||
| View original record | V5690 To BY. from EFC. c.c. BY/RD. EFC3/T15.1.26. VENTILATION OF DISTRIBUTOR - 20 HP. CHASSIS. X5690 X4357 Re The standardisation sheet we are putting through for the New Phantom for the better… | ||
| scan0027 | Instructions regarding a distributor head with the omission of steel spring washers under the sparking points. | ||
| View original record | RR 238 (150 BKS.) (SH57. 29-6-20.) MP 224358 X 7690 ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. INSTRUCTIONS. To E.7B Order No. WB75 Customer's No. X 7690 2-2-1926 Distributor head with omission of the steel spring washers… | ||
| scan0028 | 10,000-mile bench test of an up-to-date standard ignition distributor with an extra ventilation scheme. | ||
| View original record | 50 per 100 BKS) (SH57. 29-6-20.) MP 224358 ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. INSTRUCTIONS. To E.F.B. Date: 2 - 2 - 1926 Order No. WB74 Customer's No. X8690 10,000 mile bench test of up-to-date standard R.R. ignition… | ||
| scan0029 | Instruction sheet with handwritten notes comparing corrosion levels from ventilation tests. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. INSTRUCTIONS. (SH57.29-6-20.) MP 224358 To____________________19___ Order No._________________ Customer's No.________________ this to be the case, only a slight corrosion having… | ||
| scan0030 | Instruction sheet detailing the observed tangential force needed to move a distributor and suggesting production limits. | ||
| View original record | SS 256 (100 BKS.) (SH57.29-6-20.) MP 224358 X7690 ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. INSTRUCTIONS. To E.Y.C. Order No. WB 76 Customer's No. X8690 Tangential force necessary to move distributor to advance or retard. We… | ||
| scan0031 | Test report on a distributor rotor with reduced insulation thickness to find its breakdown voltage. | ||
| View original record | RR 228 (150 BKS.) (SH57-29-6-20.) MP 224358 X7690 ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. INSTRUCTIONS. To E.F.b. Order No. WB 77 Customer's No. Date 2-3-1926 Distributor rotor with reduced thickness of insulation We have… | ||
| scan0032 | The battery ignition of chassis 10-GIII after 2948 miles. | ||
| View original record | X5690 Extract from GWH1/RP12.4.26. Report on chassis 10-GIII after 2948 miles. Battery ignition. X.5690. X.2894. X.5680. Improved ventilation to distributor, window in head and hole in base… | ||
| scan0033 | Explanation of the chemical process causing corrosion on exposed metal parts in jump spark ignition distributors. | ||
| View original record | X. 7690. To 20.5.26. X.8690. CAUSE OF CORROSION OF EXPOSED METAL PARTS IN JUMP SPARK IGNITION DISTRIBUTORS. When an electric discharge occurs in air, the nitrogen and oxygen of the atmosphere, due to… | ||
| scan0034 | 10,000-mile test of an A.H.Y. distributor fitted with stainless steel components. | ||
| View original record | x7690 Expl. Report. EFC2/T27.5.26. To R. from EEC. c. to BJ. Wor. c. to Da. E. c. to Rg. By. Cy. X3309 X7690 x7690 A H.Y. distributor fitted with stainless steel rotor blade and distributor points,… | ||
| scan0035 | Short memo confirming the commercial availability of stainless steel sheet for rotor blades. | ||
| View original record | H8 24 JUN 1926 RECEIVED X7690 C. Hs. BY/RD6/ML.29.6.26. STAINLESS STEEL ROTOR BLADE. X3309 I regret that I had been misinformed about being able to obtain stainless steel in sheet and as now this is… | ||
| scan0036 | Noisy ignition distributor (No.1712) due to a manufacturing error, and a request for improved accuracy. | ||
| View original record | x5690 BY/RD4/ML1.7.26. C. EFC. IGNITION DISTRIBUTORS. The Test Dept. have been complaining about the noise made by the distributor. I am informed by EFC. that a particular noisy distributor No.1712… | ||
| scan0037 | Standardisation of the H.T. Distributor Rotor, using a stainless steel blade and points to minimise corrosion and burning. | ||
| View original record | RR 755 (10H) (DB130 12-9-24) MS 301225 X 7690 COMPLETED 12.7.26 STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Date 22.6.26 Description of Parts: H.T. Distributor Rotor, Stainless steel blade and sparking points,… | ||
| scan0038 | A.H.T. distributor with stainless steel components tested over 10,000 miles. | ||
| View original record | Expl. Report. X7690 EFC2/T27.5.26. A H.T. distributor fitted with stainless steel rotor blade and distributor points, and spring washers omitted from the sparking points has been run for 10,000 miles… | ||
| scan0039 | Identifying the cause of trouble with a Distributor and Rocker Lever as a dimensional issue from press tools. | ||
| View original record | To EFC. from RHC. C O P Y ½ 29.6.26. DISTRIBUTOR. We have gone carefully over Distributor, and Rocker Lever is the cause of trouble - it is .020 + on rubbing block centre (as shewn on attached). The… | ||
| scan0040 | Acceptable tolerance error for a rocker block in Distributor No.1712. | ||
| View original record | COPY. To EFC/HEW. 19.7.26. RE. DISTRIBUTOR NO.1712. I cannot agree that the rocker block in the contact finger is + .020. The whole stock of these parts has been carefully checked and the error on all… | ||
| scan0041 | The return of a noisy distributor deemed unsuitable for production. | ||
| View original record | X5690 To Mx. from EFC. c. to BY/RD. EFC1/LG19. 7. 26. NOISY DISTRIBUTOR. We have duly taken up the matter of the noisy distributor as the attached notes will shew. We herewith now return the… | ||
| scan0042 | List of three suggested improvements to the distributor with reasons for each change. | ||
| View original record | X7690 17.9.26. SUGGESTED IMPROVEMENT TO RR DISTRIBUTOR (1) Bronze distributor bearing for advance or retard movement. Reason:- To prevent the rapid wear of the bearing surfaces which produces side… | ||
| scan0043 | Production inspection, adjustment, and test procedures for the ignition distributor and contact breaker. | ||
| View original record | X5690 15.10.26. X.5781dr. X.5781dr. PRODUCTION INSPECTION, ADJUSTMENT & TEST OF IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR & CONTACT BREAKER. X8690. X.5690. A. MAIN DISTRIBUTOR & CONTACT BREAKER TEST. Inspection shall be… | ||
| scan0044 | Test procedure for setting up a contact breaker and distributor, including current, gap, and tension specifications. | ||
| View original record | -2- Contd. (1) The contact breaker shall be connected up to an ammeter, a twelve volt battery, and a non-inductive resistance of zero temperature coefficient, all in series, the last named being of… | ||
| scan0045 | Testing procedures for a distributor high tension rotor, including insulation and clearance checks. | ||
| View original record | -3- Contd. just making and just breaking contact, this indicating absence of friction at the pivot. After this test the spring clamp securing screw is restored. (3) The distributor high tension rotor… | ||
| scan0046 | Mechanical test procedure for a 20 HP governor, detailing advance-speed characteristic limits. | ||
| View original record | -4- Contd. B. MECHANICAL TEST OF 20 HP. GOVERNOR. (1) The distributor shall now be fitted up with its rotor and cover, and wired up to a standard 20 HP. ignition equipment. A disc marked in degrees is… | ||
| scan0047 | Instructions on altering the set of a spring to comply with speed limits. | ||
| View original record | -5- Contd. If the speed limits are not complied with, it will be generally found that the only alteration required is that of the set of the spring in the undeflected position of the weights. This set… | ||
| scan0048 | Suggestion to add extra ventilation to the distributor on 20HP chassis during the fitting of an improved side steering tube. | ||
| View original record | To Wer. from Hm. X5690 Hs " HS. " BP. " BY. RECEIVED JAN 7 1927 Hm3/W7.1.27. Re Fitting of improved type Side Steering Tube on 20HP. type Chassis. MR. Capel has made the following suggestion re the… | ||
| scan0049 | Instruction to test a spherical versus flat point on the adjustable contact screw for 20 HP and 40/50 HP ignition distributors. | ||
| View original record | X7690 [REDACTED] C. EFC. BY/RD6/ML22.10.26. X X4652 RE 20 H.P. AND 40/50 H.P. IGNITION DISTRIBUTORS. In order to test whether a spherical point has advantages over a flat one on the adjustable contact… | ||
| scan0050 | Requesting an experimental laboratory run for a modified distributor head and rotor. | ||
| View original record | X7690 To RHC. from EFC. EFC1/T3.11.26. Would you please arrange, for our experimental running in the laboratory, distributor head and rot-or herewith with stainless steel blade and contact points, and… | ||
| scan0051 | Agreeing to the modified position of ventilation holes for a 20 HP distributor. | ||
| View original record | X5690 To EY. Hm. EP. } From EFC. EFCl/T8.1.27. VENTILATION FOR 20 HP. DISTRIBUTOR. Referring to the suggestions re the drilling of holes in distributor base and head, contained in Hm3/W7.1.27, we… | ||
| scan0052 | Requirements and considerations for 20HP engine magnetos. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten] ORIGINAL 27650 TO BY. FROM R. (At Le Canadel.) R5/M26.2.27. [Stamped] REC'D & DESPATCHED FROM WW. 1M.S. 27. 1921 [Handwritten over stamp] X 76/50 C. to BY. EFC. HS. E. re. 20HP.… | ||
| scan0053 | Development and testing of a new, peakier distributor cam. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. c. EFC. x7690 BY/RD4/ML21.3.27. RE DISTRIBUTOR CAM - SEC. 8120. Y4041 In order to obtain a quicker break we have developed a more peaky cam and send you herewith print of D.71338 - Cam. Will… | ||
| scan0054 | Requesting a test on a distributor cam to see if it allows more time for the points to cool. | ||
| View original record | X7690 To RHC. c. EFC. BY/RD7/MK25.3.27. DISTRIBUTOR - SEC:8120. X4041 -------------------- Referring to EFC2/T23.3.27., D.71342 - Cam, print of which is sent herewith, will you please put one cam in… | ||
| scan0055 | Graph of make ratio versus speed curves for a standard contact breaker, comparing standard and stronger springs at various gap settings. | ||
| View original record | X6118 MAKE RATIO NORMAL RUNNING SPEED 700 r.p.m. .010" GAP .018" GAP .026" GAP MAKE RATIO - SPEED CURVES OF R STANDARD CONTACT BREAKER WITH STANDARD AND INCREASED RATED SPRINGS. SPEED (r.p.m.) STD.… | ||
| scan0056 | Proposal to modify the ignition distributor's contact finger spring by black enameling it to prevent breakage from nickel depositing. | ||
| View original record | To RHS C. EFC. x7690 BY/RD1/ML.2.4.27. IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR - SEC:8120. We have had numerous instances of the Contact finger spring breaking, due we believe to the action set up by nickel depositing,… | ||
| scan0057 | Complaints about the distributor's earth contact spring being too strong and suggesting a more flexible replacement. | ||
| View original record | TO Mr. C. EFC. X7690 BY/RD5/AL7.4.27. DISTRIBUTOR - EARTH CONTACT SPRING. 40/50 & 20 H.P - SEC:8120. We are constantly getting complaints that it is almost impossible to get a condenser out of the… | ||
| scan0058 | Acquisition of three springs for ignition distributor contact breaker experiments. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. from EFC. c. BY/RD. X7640 EFC2/T12.4.27. IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR. With reference to BY/RDL/ML2.4.27, in order not to disturb our contact breaker experiments on the various chassis, we should be… | ||
| scan0059 | Requesting the fitting of special condenser springs to three specific chassis. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. from EFC. C - BY/RD. X8690 EFC1/T12.4.27. DISTRIBUTOR. EARTHED CONTACT SPRING. X. 8690 Reference BY/RD5/ML7.4.27, we should be pleased if you would have these three special condenser springs… | ||
| scan0060 | Request to trial stainless steel pivot pins for the ignition distributor to prevent seizing from rust. | ||
| View original record | X7690 C. EFC. BY/RD3/ML27.4.27. RE IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR - SEC:81 20. To attempt to prevent the seizing up due to rust of the make and break lever, will you please try some pivot pins made in stainless… | ||
| scan0061 | Request for three sets of parts for a semi-rigid mounting on an ignition distributor for experimental testing. | ||
| View original record | X7690 TO-MR C. EFC. BY/RD1/ML.25.5.27. IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR - SEC:8120. Will you please put in hand 3 sets of parts to the prints sent herewith, which represent a semi-rigid mounting of the fixed… | ||
| scan0062 | Fitting stainless steel pivot pins to experimental ignition distributors. | ||
| View original record | X7690 To RHC. from EFC. EFC2/T10.6.27. IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR. Referring to the instruction BY/RD3/ML27.4.27, these pivot pins in stainless steel might be fitted to one or more of our three further… | ||
| scan0063 | Parts list and instructions for testing distributor contact points with a scrubbing action. | ||
| View original record | X7690 C. EFC. BY/RD/2A/L/17.6.27. L.C.2422 - DISTRIBUTOR - SEC:8120. CONDENSER - " 8130. Please receive herewith blueprints of details required to test out contact points having a scrubbing action:-… | ||
| scan0064 | Providing an updated production inspection, adjustment, and test specification for the ignition distributor and contact breaker. | ||
| View original record | X7690 To SFX/Mr. Brock. c. EY. Mx. EFC1/T7.7.27. 20 HP. & 40/50 HP. IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR & CONTACT BREAKER. PRODUCTION INSPECTION & TEST. Herewith please receive a modified and up-to-date copy of the… | ||
| scan0065 | Production inspection, adjustment, and test procedures for the ignition distributor and contact breaker. | ||
| View original record | X.8781dr. X.5781dr. PRODUCTION INSPECTION, ADJUSTMENT & TEST OF IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR & CONTACT BREAKER. 7.7.27. 7690. X.5690. X.5690. A. MAIN DISTRIBUTOR & CONTACT BREAKER TEST. Inspection shall be… | ||
| scan0066 | Testing procedure for a contact breaker and distributor involving electrical and mechanical measurements. | ||
| View original record | -2- Contd. (1) The contact breaker shall be connected up to an ammeter, a twelve volt battery, and a non-inductive resistance of zero temperature coefficient, all in series, the last named being of… | ||
| scan0067 | Testing instructions for a distributor high tension rotor, including voltage and clearance checks. | ||
| View original record | -3- Contd. just making and just breaking contact, this indicating absence of friction at the pivot. After this test the spring clamp securing screw is restored. (3) The distributor high tension rotor… | ||
| scan0068 | Mechanical test procedure for a 20 HP governor, including performance limits. | ||
| View original record | B. MECHANICAL TEST OF 20 HP. GOVERNOR. (1) The distributor shall now be fitted up with its rotor and cover, and wired up to a standard 20 HP. ignition equipment. A disc marked in degrees is fitted to… | ||
| scan0069 | Instructions on adjusting the spring set of the weights if speed limits for the advance are not met. | ||
| View original record | -5- Contd. If the speed limits are not complied with, it will be generally found that the only alteration required is that of the set of the spring in the undeflected position of the weights. This set… | ||
| scan0070 | Parts modifications for Distributor Schemes 259 and 260. | ||
| View original record | RHS C. EFC. X 7650 BY/RD15/M.22.7.27. DISTRIBUTOR SEC:8120. "D" SCHEMES 259 & 260. Please receive herewith blue prints to enable the two above schemes to be put in hand.- (1) "D" Sch: 259. This you… | ||
| scan0071 | Alterations to an ignition distributor's insulated contact finger. | ||
| View original record | X7690. To RMC. C. EFC. BY/RD1/ML.22.8.27. A IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR - SEC:8120. INSULATED CONTACT FINGER - "D" SCH.261. In order to test a reversal of current in the make and break, we have produced D.… | ||
| scan0072 | Instructions for modifying an umbrella-type ignition distributor rotor. | ||
| View original record | X 7690 C. EFC. BY/RD3/AL.19.9.27. IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR - SEC:8) 20. To enable the umbrella type rotor to be used with a standard make and break finger, will you please have two made up using a… | ||
| scan0073 | Test report on a new experimental mushroom type H.T. rotor, comparing its performance against the standard type. | ||
| View original record | To R. from EFC. c.c. BJ. EY. c.c. E. Wor. X5690 EFCl/T22.10.27. MUSHROOM TYPE H.T. ROTOR. X8690 x 5690 X4041 A test has been made of the new experimental mushroom type H.T. rotor, of a nature similar… | ||
| scan0074 | Distributor head sparking issues, corrosion, and a proposal to redesign the rotor with vanes to improve air impelling. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- EFCL/T22.10.27. When sparks jumped from the sparking points in the distributor head, to the base, they were observed occasionally to traverse part way on the distributor head surface en… | ||
| scan0075 | Distributor tracking, proposing tests on the mushroom rotor, and repositioning the safety gap. | ||
| View original record | To R. from EFC, c. BJ. E. c. Hy. WN Y7690 EFC2/T19.12.27. BATTERY IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR TRACKING. We think there can be no doubt, judging from the tests reported in our EFC1/T22.10.27, that the… | ||
| scan0076 | Testing of a distributor for the Sports Phantom Chassis due to concerns about a spring's quality. | ||
| View original record | X7690 To EFC. from RHC. RHC8/BE. 9.1.28. We hand you herewith distributor which is being instructed up for the Sports Phantom Chassis, and should be glad if you will kindly arrange to have same… | ||
| scan0077 | Cancelling instructions for fitting a mushroom rotor to chassis 15-EX and reverting to fitting it to chassis 12-EX. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. from EFC. c. Hs/AJL. x7690 EFC3/T27.1.28. MUSHROOM ROTOR. It transpires that owing to an error, the mushroom rotor will not go on the distributor arrangement of parts to Lec.2460,(owing to… | ||
| scan0078 | Requesting a modified .064' gauge screw point support for a Battery Ignition Distributor following testing. | ||
| View original record | X7690 To HHC. from EFC. EFC5/T6.2.28. We hand you herewith Battery Ignition Distributor fitted with thinner gauge screw point support. We have now tested this for flexibility and performance etc. and… | ||
| scan0079 | Production inspection, adjustment, and test procedures for an ignition distributor and contact breaker. | ||
| View original record | Issued. 15690 X.8781dr. PRODUCTION INSPECTION, ADJUSTMENT & TEST X.8690 X.5781dr. OF IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR & CONTACT BREAKER. X.5690. (Design with tungsten points with flexible fixed contact support).… | ||
| scan0080 | Test procedures for an ignition distributor, detailing electrical and mechanical checks. | ||
| View original record | -2- Contd. Also see that the cam itself is greased. The tangential force at lever pin radius necessary to advance or retard the ignition distributor shall lie between the limits 1 1/2 to 2 1/4 lbs.… | ||
| scan0081 | Testing procedures and specifications for a distributor high-tension rotor. | ||
| View original record | -3- Contd. This tension should lie between the limits .9 and 1.2 lbs. There should be no readable difference between just making and just breaking contact, this indicating absence of friction at the… | ||
| scan0082 | Fitting a 'Marconite' varnished 40/50 distributor head to car 8-EX and returning the original. | ||
| View original record | X7650 To RHC. from EFC. c. Hs/AJL. EFC3/T16.3.28. Herewith we hand to you a 40/50 distributor head varnished internally with "Marconite" varnish. Will you please have this fitted to 8-EX and return… | ||
| scan0083 | Experimental features of a distributor unit to be fitted to engine 9-G3. | ||
| View original record | X7690 To RHC. from EFC. c. Hs/AJL. EFC4/T19.3.28. DISTRIBUTOR UNIT FOR 9-G3. Herewith we hand to you for fitting to 9-G3, a battery ignition distributor to LeC.2460, incorporating the following… | ||
| scan0084 | Fitting a new 'Armacell' varnished distributor head to car 12-EX. | ||
| View original record | X7690 RHC. from EFC. c. Hs/AJL. EFC2/T29.3.28. We hand you herewith a distributor head varnished internally with "Armacell". Will you please fit this to 12-EX upon return from the chachbuilders, and… | ||
| scan0085 | Cover memo for an assistant's report regarding varnished battery ignition distributor moulded heads. | ||
| View original record | X7690 To R. from EFC. c. RJ. E. DA. c. EY. Wor. EFC2/T30.3.28. VARNISHED BATTERY IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR MOULDED HEADS. X3573 Attached will be found copy of my assistant's report WC.92 which requires no… | ||
| scan0086 | Experiment testing various varnishes on battery ignition distributor heads to prevent surface tracking. | ||
| View original record | EFC. WC.92. COPY 27.3.28. VARNISHED BATTERY IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR MOULDED HEADS. We have a number of battery ignition distributor heads varnished on the inside surface with various varnishes as an… | ||
| scan0087 | Request to modify a mushroom-type H.T. distributor rotor by filling an old key-way and cutting a new one. | ||
| View original record | RHC. from EFC. X.7690 EFC1/T1.2.5.28. Herewith we hand to you mushroom type H.T. distributor rotor. Will you please have the present key-way (which was suitable for correct timing with the off-set… | ||
| scan0088 | Failures of ignition distributor rotors and the testing of a new mushroom type design. | ||
| View original record | X7690 Hm. from EFC. c. BY EFC2/T12.5.28. IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR ROTORS. X8783dw Referring to Hm/NRC3/KW.11.5.28, the two rotors which have been handed to us now make five in all which have been brought… | ||
| scan0089 | Standardisation of a battery ignition bakelite distributor rotor of the mushroom type. | ||
| View original record | RR 755 REVISED (10H) (D.C. 777 - 29 - 2 - 28) Mc C. LTD 47690 COMPLETED 7.6.28 STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Date 12.5.28 Description of Parts. BATTERY IGNITION BAKELITE DISTRIBUTOR ROTOR OF THE… | ||
| scan0090 | Chassis number, test date, and costs for fitting a new part on the 40/50 HP and 20 HP models. | ||
| View original record | 40/50 HP. (1) The number of the first chassis on which the new part will be fitted. G.2 series. (2) Date when the chassis will be handed to test. 27.8.28. (3) Cost of scrapped material, if any. Nil.… | ||
| scan0091 | 10,000-mile bench test report on a Mushroom type HT rotor. | ||
| View original record | RR 238 (150 BKS.) (DS 481-8-12 24) MP 306975 X.7690. ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. INSTRUCTIONS. To: E7C. Order No.: WC 110 Customer's No.: Mushroom type HT rotors We have now conducted a 10000 mile bench test on… | ||
| scan0092 | Inspection results of a mushroom type ignition rotor after a 10,000-mile bench test. | ||
| View original record | X.7690 To R. from EFC. EFC3/T19.6.28. c. BJ. c. E. c. Ev. MUSHROOM TYPE IGNITION ROTOR. We are sending for your inspection a rotor of the above type which has been subjected to an open circuit 10,000… | ||
| scan0093 | Graph of the make ratio-speed curve for a new standard contact breaker. | ||
| View original record | R.R. STANDARD BATTERY IGNITION. MAKE RATIO - SPEED CURVE OF NEW STANDARD CONTACT BREAKER TO LEC 2460. MAKE RATIO .2 .3 .4 .5 .6 .7 DISTRIBUTOR SPEED. rpm. 200 400 600 800 1000 1200 1400 1600 1800… | ||
| scan0094 | Improvement of ignition distributor contact fingers for 40/50 and 20 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | X.7690 BY/RD3/ML15.8.28. C. EFC. IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR - SEC:8120. 40/50 AND 20 H.P.CHASSIS. In order to improve the appearance of our contact finger we obtained 6 pressings, from the standard tools,… | ||
| scan0095 | Note referencing previous correspondence on the mushroom type rotor. | ||
| View original record | X.8690 7.9.28. For correspondence re mushroom type rotor previous to being standardised see X.4041. EFC. | ||
| scan0096 | Experimental record sheet for a mushroom type H.T. rotor for an H.T. battery ignition distributor. | ||
| View original record | X 7690 ELECTRICAL EXPERIMENTAL RECORD SHEETS. X. No: -4041 Mushroom type H.T. rotor for H.T. Battery ignition distributor | on. | Location. | Date off. | REMARKS. | Miles reading start. | Miles… | ||
| scan0097 | Electrical experimental record sheet for a Mushroom type H.T. Rotor. | ||
| View original record | x7699 Mushroom type H.T. Rotor for Battery ignition distributor X4041 ELECTRICAL EXPERIMENTAL RECORD SHEETS. Date on. | Location. | Date off. | REMARKS. | Miles reading start. | Miles reading finish.… | ||
| scan0098 | Electrical experimental record sheet for a mushroom type H.T. rotor for a battery ignition distributor. | ||
| View original record | X7590 ELECTRICAL EXPERIMENTAL RECORD SHEETS. X. No: - 4041 Mushroom type H.T. rotor for Battery ignition distributor on. | Location. | Date off. | REMARKS. | Miles reading start. | Miles reading… | ||
| scan0099 | Request to update the distributor spindle on chassis 10.C3 while it is in the shop. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. from Hs/Rm. X5690 Hs/Rm9/LG22.10.28. Will you please bring the distributor spindle on 10.C3 up to date while it is in the Shop. Hs/Rm. | ||
| scan0100 | Request for the return of a non-standard distributor with an off-set rocker and stainless steel pivot pin for examination. | ||
| View original record | X5/590 Hm/Mr. Strong. EFC1/T22.3.29. We should like to have back for examination the non-standard distributor with off-set rocker and stainless steel pivot pin which was fitted to chassis 10-G3 which… | ||
| scan0101 | 20-HP distributor rotor failure on car GXL-6 which caused complete engine failure. | ||
| View original record | EFC. X5690 EP3/H10.4.29. re. 20-HP. Distributor Rotor Failure. I am sending you herewith a rotor which has failed during final complete car test of GXL-6. You will note there is a leakage between the… | ||
| scan0102 | Investigation into the cause of a 20 HP distributor rotor failure and proposed solutions. | ||
| View original record | EP. from EFC. X7690 EFC2/T11.4.29. X7690 20 H.P. DISTRIBUTOR ROTOR FAILURE. X5783 EP3/H10.4.29. We have previously had one or two similar cases. These must be due to a slight flaw in the moulding. It… | ||
| scan0103 | Breakdown tests on a mushroom-type battery ignition distributor rotor. | ||
| View original record | BY. from EFC. c. BY/RD. c. Mr. Brock. c. EP. X7690 EFC4/T15.4.29. BATTERY IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR ROTOR - MUSHROOM TYPE. Please find attached copy of my assistant's report WD.53 on breakdown tests of… | ||
| scan0104 | Breakdown tests of a battery ignition distributor rotor. | ||
| View original record | EFC. WD.53. 12.4.29. BREAKDOWN TESTS OF BATTERY IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR ROTOR We have conducted tests at high voltages, obtained on our H.T. transformer, on five mushroom type rotors taken at random from… | ||
| scan0105 | The supply and testing of 4 distributor rotors with thicker crowns. | ||
| View original record | EFC. X7690 19.4.29. Herewith 4 off distributor rotors. These have slightly thicker crowns as per your recommendation. Will you kindly test them for breakdown at your earliest so that I can proceed… | ||
| scan0106 | Increasing the crown thickness for battery ignition mushroom H.T. rotors to prevent breakdown. | ||
| View original record | BY. from EFC. c. BY/RD. for Brock X7690 EFC2/T20.4.29. BATTERY IGNITION MUSHROOM H.T. ROTORS. Herewith please receive copy of my assistant's report WD.55 concerning the above. We are satisfied that… | ||
| scan0107 | Test report on the voltage breakdown performance of a battery ignition mushroom type H.T. rotor. | ||
| View original record | EFC. WD.55. 19.4.29. BATTERY IGNITION MUSHROOM TYPE H.T. ROTOR We have now tested four of these rotors moulded by Mr. Brock with extra thickness in the crown. We found that the voltage breakdown… | ||
| scan0108 | Assistant's report on a battery ignition distributor head. | ||
| View original record | X7690 To EY. from EFC. c. EY/RD. EFC5/T2.5.29. BATTERY IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR HEAD Herewith please find attached copy of my assistant's report WD.60, which is self-explanatory. EFC. | ||
| scan0109 | On the corrosion failure of a steel spring in the battery ignition distributor head, suggesting material alternatives. | ||
| View original record | EFC. WD.60. 2.5.29. BATTERY IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR HEAD. We have observed during tests on our bench rig that the small steel spiral springunder the central H.T. supply brush corrodes away and breaks… | ||
| scan0110 | Extract from a report regarding burnt tungsten contacts in a distributor causing misfires. | ||
| View original record | X7690 30.5.29. Extract taken from Mr. Hancock's report of 2.5.29. X.7690. DISTRIBUTOR TO LOP.D.71648 LEC 2556 2560. X.8692. The tungsten contacts caused misfires after a milage of 5000 due to the… | ||
| scan0111 | Ignition distributor rotor finger failure, recommending a modification to its bottom edges. | ||
| View original record | X7690 To Ry. from EFC. c. Ry/RD. EFC3/AD30.1.30. X.800. IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR ROTOR FINGER. X 5690 X 7690 Two cases of through breakdown have occurred on our experimental work between the rotor finger… | ||
| scan0112 | Fitting a revised Low Tension Terminal Support to the Ignition Distributor for chassis 14-C4 and 23-EX. | ||
| View original record | X7690 RHC. c. EFC. c. SFT/Mr.Brock. By/RDL/DM12.2.30. X.5690. Chassis 14-C4 and 23-EX. X.7690. Ignition Distributor. Sec.8120. We have recently instructed the Works to use on production a revised Low… | ||
| scan0113 | Recommendation to extend the radiusing to the top edges of the ignition distributor rotor finger to prevent breakdown. | ||
| View original record | x7690. By. from EFC. c. EY/RD. EFC7/AD24.2.30. X 5690 X. 7690. IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR ROTOR FINGER. In our EFC3/AD30.1.30 we recommended, from the results of observations, the radiusing of the bottom… | ||
| scan0114 | Distributor head and rotors made with a new XM.1000 Bakelite moulding powder. | ||
| View original record | X7690 13.3.30. X5690 Herewith 1 distributor head and 3 rotors. These have been made with the new XM.1000 Bakelite moulding powder. The makers claim that this powder is far superior in every respect,… | ||
| scan0115 | Requesting a test on a distributor head and rotor made from a special non-tracking bakelite material. | ||
| View original record | X7690 RHC from EFC. c. Hs/AJL: EFC6/AD3.4.30. X.3513. SPECIAL NON-TRACKING BAKELITE MATERIAL X.5690. GRADE XM.1000. X.7690. We are handing to you a distributor head and rotor moulded in the above… | ||
| scan0116 | Extract from Mr. Hancock's report on vehicle 23-EX after 5,000 miles, specifically concerning the distributor. | ||
| View original record | X7690. 4.5.30. Extract from Mr. Hancock's report on 23-EX after 5,000 miles. DISTRIBUTOR TO LOP. D.71648. The distributor has remained in good condition. The contact points were making full faced… | ||
| scan0117 | Extract from a report on the condition of an ignition coil and distributor after a 14,000-mile test. | ||
| View original record | X5690 5.4.30. Extract from Mr.Hancock's report on 14-GIV after 14,000 miles X8710. IGNITION COIL L.I.7. WOUND ON TUBE WITH PARALLEL SECONDARY WINDING. DISTRIBUTOR WITH MODIFIED CONTACT POINT ARM There… | ||
| scan0118 | Extract from a report on the performance of an ignition coil and distributor after mileage tests. | ||
| View original record | X5690 28.4.30. Extract from Mr.Hancock's report dated 12.3.30 on 14-GIV. X8710 after 5,000 miles. Ignition coil L.I.7. wound on tube with parallel secondary winding. Distributor with modified contact… | ||
| scan0119 | Instruction regarding the rounding off of the top edges of a distributor rotor finger. | ||
| View original record | X7690 5.5.30. With reference to rounding off of top edges of distributor rotor finger as per EFC7/AD24.2.30, this was instructed to production 25.2.30. | ||
| scan0120 | Test report on the non-tracking properties of Bakelite XM.1000 moulded material. | ||
| View original record | X7690. By. from EFC. c. By/RD c. Sft/Mr.Brock. EFC2/ADL9.5.30. X.3513. BAKELITE XM.1000 MOULDED MATERIAL. X.5690. X.7690. The various tests of this material are now completed. It will be remembered… | ||
| scan0121 | Recommendation to standardize XM.1000 material for rotors and distributor heads over ordinary bakelite. | ||
| View original record | EFC2/AD.19.5.30. contd. -2- The point that these tests have brought out is that for the moderate current density usually obtaining in normal sparks from battery ignition, the XM.1000 material proved… | ||
| scan0122 | Enquiry into failures on rotors and distributors and the potential use of Bakelite XM.1000 moulded material. | ||
| View original record | X7690. EFC. c. Mr.Brock. c. By/RD. By5/G21.5.30. X.3513. BAKELITE XM.1000 MOULDED MATERIAL X.5690 X.7690. Referring to EFC2/AM.9.5.30 we are making enquiries as to whether the Repair Dept. have… | ||
| scan0123 | Extract from Mr. Hancock's report on the condition of a distributor on car 23-EX after 9,000 miles. | ||
| View original record | X7690. 21.5.30. Extract from Mr. Hancock's report on 23-EX after 9,000 miles. DISTRIBUTOR TO LOP. D.71648. The distributor has remained in good condition. The contact points examined were found to be… | ||
| scan0124 | New, stronger spring for the ignition distributor on 20/25 and 40/50 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | X7690 [Text crossed out: R.M.C.] c - EFC. BY/RD2/W.4-7-30. Re :- 20/25 and 40/50 H.P. CHASSIS. X5690. Ignition Distributor Section 8120. We send you herewith two Blue Prints of D.72884 - Spring for… | ||
| scan0125 | Extract from G.W. Hancock's report on vehicle 24-EX at 6,000 miles, regarding the distributor. | ||
| View original record | X7690 Extract from G.W.Hancock's report dated 20.7.30 on 24-EX at 6,000 miles. X7690. DISTRIBUTOR TO L.O.P. D.72169. The distributor contact points are making full contact and show no sign of burning.… | ||
| scan0126 | Extract from G.W. Hancock's report on vehicle 24-EX at 10,000 miles, detailing a failure in the distributor contact points. | ||
| View original record | X7690 Extract from G.W. Hancock's report dated 15.8.30 on 24-EX at 10,000 miles. X7690. DISTRIBUTOR TO LOP. D.72169. The distributor case was free from cracks and showed no failure when examined at… | ||
| scan0127 | Experimental record sheet for battery ignition distributor cams hardened by the 'Cloudburst' process. | ||
| View original record | X7690 ELECTRICAL EXPERIMENTAL RECORD SHEETS. Battery ignition distributor cams hardened by "Cloudburst" process. Table Headers: Date on., Location., Date off., REMARKS., Miles reading Start., Miles… | ||
| scan0128 | Experimental record sheet for battery ignition cams hardened by the 'Cloudburst' process. | ||
| View original record | ELECTRICAL EXPERIMENTAL RECORD SHEETS. Battery ignition cams hardened by the "Cloudburst" process. Date on. | Location. | Date off. | REMARKS. | Miles reading start. | Miles reading finish. | Miles… | ||
| scan0129 | Experimental record sheet for battery ignition distributor cams hardened by the 'Cloudburst' process. | ||
| View original record | ELECTRICAL EXPERIMENTAL RECORD SHEETS Battery ignition distributor cams hardened by "Cloudburst" process. | Date on. | Location. | Date off. | REMARKS. | Miles reading Start. | Miles reading finish. |… | ||
| scan0130 | Adjusting the distributor and sparking plug gaps for the 20/25 HP ignition system. | ||
| View original record | X5690. EFC. c. BY/RD. BY6/G.4.11.30. RECEIVED 1930 NOV 1 HS X 5680 20/25 HP. IGNITION SYSTEM. X 5690 X 8712 It would appear that our gap as provided in the distributor from the rotating finger to the… | ||
| scan0131 | Experiments with the 20/25 ignition system, focusing on distributor spark path and safety margins. | ||
| View original record | X5690. By. from EFC. c. Hs/AJL. EFC4/AM9.11.30. X.5690. 20/25 IGNITION SYSTEM. X 5610 Your Ev6/C4.11.30. X. 8712 Experiments carried out some time ago indicated that there was only a moderate margin… | ||
| scan0132 | 20/25 ignition system tests, identifying insufficient coil voltage for higher compression engines and proposing solutions. | ||
| View original record | X5690. By. from EFC. EFC7/AD4.12.30. X.5680. 20/25 IGNITION SYSTEM X.5690 X.8712. As referred to in our EFC4/AD49.11.30 we have now carried out a test on each of two 20/25 HP chassis one experimental… | ||
| scan0133 | Extract from a report on a distributor issue for vehicle 18-GIV after 6,000 miles. | ||
| View original record | X5690. 18.12.30. Extract from report on 18-GIV at 6,000 miles. DISTRIBUTOR TO LOP. D.51618. X.8692 X.5690 The contact points were making full contact and appeared to be satisfactory. The setting of… | ||
| scan0134 | Extract from a report on a 10,000-mile test of distributor components on vehicle 18-GIV. | ||
| View original record | X5690 Extract from report on 18-GIV at 10,000 miles dated 30.1.31. X.5690. DISTRIBUTOR TO LOP. D.51618. X.8692. X.6037. The contact points at the finish of the mileage were not considered to be in a… | ||
| scan0135 | Suggestion for the lubrication of the battery ignition distributor cam. | ||
| View original record | X6118. By. from EFC. (2 copies) EFCB/AD27.3.31. X.6118. SUGGESTION RELATING TO LUBRICATION OF BATTERY IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR CAM. An experiment of lubricated cam similar to Mr.Rose's suggestion was… | ||
| scan0136 | Request for the Experimental Department to create three lighter Contact Fingers for the Ignition Distributor on 20/25 HP and 40/50 HP Chassis. | ||
| View original record | HEW c - Hs. X6120 BY/RD4/W.8-7-31. Re :- Ignition Distributor. Sec.8120. 20/25 H.P. and 40/50 H.P. Chassis. SH TR RECEIVED In accordance with the request from the Experimental Department for a lighter… | ||
| scan0137 | Reporting that the distributor tower on Phantom II and 20/25 engines becomes loose, and requests a modification using a bronze bush. | ||
| View original record | Fy. from Hs/HEW. C. E. X6118 Hs/HEW3/ADLO.7.31. BATTERY IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR TOWER. We have noticed after extra high speed running on the test bed with both Phantom II and 20/25 engines that the… | ||
| scan0138 | To fit a new cam and H.T. rotor to ignition distributors on specific chassis for economy purposes. | ||
| View original record | X5690. RHC. from Hs/HEW. Hs/HEWl/AD28.8.31. BATTERY IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR. X7690 Will you please have fitted to the ignition distributors on chassis 18-EX, 19-EX, 20-EX and 18-GIV a new cam and H.T.… | ||
| scan0139 | Recommendation to bush battery ignition distributor towers to prevent wear and irregular ignition at high engine speeds. | ||
| View original record | X6118 By. from Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.3/AD29.9.31. BATTERY IGNITION DISTRIBUTORS Some time ago we suggested that the battery ignition distributor tower should be bushed as it has been found that the advance… | ||
| scan0140 | Modification to the ignition distributor base for the 20/25 HP Chassis. | ||
| View original record | X6120 RHC. c - Hs/HEW. BY/RD2/W.10-10-31. Re :- 20/25 H.P.Chassis. Ignition Distributor. In accordance with the request to provide a bush in the Ignition Distributor Base to prevent excessive wear due… | ||
| scan0141 | Modification instructions for an ignition distributor on an 18-GIV chassis before a 10,000-mile test. | ||
| View original record | XC6120 RHC. from Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.1/AD23.10.31. IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR ON 18-GIV. This unit should be modified before the chassis leaves for 10,000 mile test with the two additional experimental features… | ||
| scan0142 | Request to modify the 19-GIV battery ignition distributor with three specific changes. | ||
| View original record | X6120 RHC. from Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.3/AD25.11.31. 19-GIV BATTERY IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR. Will you please arrange to have this modified with :- (a) Lighter contact finger (b) Reinforced condenser case. (c)… | ||
| scan0143 | Experimenting with brass and nickel to improve the lifespan of distributor sparking points. | ||
| View original record | X6118. By. from Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.4/ADL9.11.31. DISTRIBUTOR SPARKING POINTS. We have observed that other makers of ignition distributors invariably get a longer life for their sparking points than we do.… | ||
| scan0144 | Request to test a revised combination of metals, brass and nickel, for ignition distributor contacts and rotor blades. | ||
| View original record | WST X6120. RHC. c - Hs. BY/RDL/W.26-11-31. Re :- 20/25 H.P. and 40/50 H.P. - Ignition Distributor - It is desired to try a set of stationary high tension contacts in the distributor, and a rotor… | ||
| scan0145 | Change in the design of an electrical ignition coil with an external primary. | ||
| View original record | HS/WST. FROM R. X6118 R5/M28.11.31. Sent off 30.11.31. C. to SG. WOR. BY. ELECTRICAL IGNITION. X.6017. X.6118. X.6095. COILS. We arranged to proceed with a change of design of coil with the external… | ||
| scan0146 | Redesign of a battery ignition distributor head to use moulded bakelite for the threads and terminal nuts. | ||
| View original record | X6118 To E. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.6/KT.14.12.31. BATTERY IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR. In redesigning this distributor head we suggest that the threads in the terminal bosses be all of moulded bakelite. Also… | ||
| scan0147 | Blueprint diagram of a distributor boss cross-section with a bakelite terminal nut. | ||
| View original record | TERMINAL NUT ALL BAKELITE DISTRIBUTOR BOSS METAL HT INSERT ROLLS-ROYCE LTD DERBY 12/12/31 | ||
| scan0148 | Request to manufacture three lighter battery ignition levers and modify the rocker block to address ignition irregularities. | ||
| View original record | X6120. RHC. from Hs/Wst. c. By/RD. Hs/Wst.3/AM6.12.31. IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR. Will you please have three lighter battery ignition levers made up in accordance with drawing D.73374. The rocker block… | ||
| scan0149 | Work order for the manufacture of components for an ignition distributor for 20/25 & 40/50 HP models. | ||
| View original record | X6120 Hs/HEW. BY/RD6/N.22.12.31. Ignition Distributor - Sec: 8120 - 20/25 & 40/50 HP. Will you please put in hand three Lighter Contact Fingers to:- D.73375. Contact Finger. 1 off per Finger. D.73376.… | ||
| scan0150 | Request to modify a 20/25 standard battery ignition distributor for high-speed work on the test beds. | ||
| View original record | X6120. To RHC. from Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.9/KT.23.12.31. HIGH SPEED BATTERY IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR. Will you please have a 20/25 standard battery ignition distributor modified for high speed work on the beds,… | ||
| scan0151 | Confirming specifications for a battery ignition distributor, including the make-to-break ratio and condenser capacity. | ||
| View original record | X6120 By. from Hs/Wst. c. HY/RD. C. E. Hs/Wst.7/ADL.1.32. J.3. BATTERY IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR Confirming our conversation with Mr. Davis we should like the ratio of the period of make to the period of… | ||
| scan0152 | The design and material specifications for the 'Japan III' Ignition Distributor. | ||
| View original record | RECEIVED 2 32 FEB Hs/HEW. X6120. BY/RD3/W.3-2-32. Re :- "Japan III" Ignition Distributor. We have instructed to RHC., the "Japan" Ignition Distributor, to L.O.P. D.53064. This has been arranged for… | ||
| scan0153 | Expected shipment of a Distributor from the Delco Aviation Corporation. | ||
| View original record | X6118 To Hs. from ROY. c. to Hs/Wst. ROY9/MG3.2.32 The Delco Aviation Corporation advise they hope to ship the Distributor to our specification as recently discussed, on or about February 6th.… | ||
| scan0154 | Ventilation design for the J.III distributor head, comparing gauze-covered holes to drilled holes. | ||
| View original record | To E. from Hs/Wst. c. Ry. c. Wor. XG148 Hs/Wst.1/AD3.2.32. J.III DISTRIBUTOR HEAD. We have just seen drawing D.53023 showing the distributor head for Japan 3. and Peregrine and we note that it is… | ||
| scan0155 | The optimal air gap size for a jump spark battery ignition distributor. | ||
| View original record | E. From Hs/Wst. c. to Ry. Wor. c. to Sg. Da. Hs/Wst.6/MA.5. 2. 32. R.R. JUMP SPARK BATTERY IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR. We have observed that the gap between the H.T. rotor blade tip and the sparking points… | ||
| scan0156 | Standardisation of chassis parts, specifically modifications to a battery ignition distributor. | ||
| View original record | RR 785 (10H) (8459. 24-10-30) 6/3185. X6120. COMPLETED 2. 3. 32. STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Date 4. 2. 32 Description of Parts. Battery ignition distributor with modifications to D. Sch. 496,… | ||
| scan0157 | Standardization report for chassis parts. | ||
| View original record | STANDARDIZATION OF CHASSIS PARTS Date The number of the first chassis on which the new part will be fitted......... Not decided. Date when chassis will be handed to test --- Cost of scrapped material… | ||
| scan0158 | Request for one distributor for testing with a new type of ignition coil in connection with J. 3. and Peregrine engines. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. X6120 FHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.8/MA.24. 3. 32. Will you please supply us for test one distributor complete to LOP.D.53064. We require this as soon as possible to enable us to carry out tests… | ||
| scan0159 | The lack of a synchronising mechanism for the two breaks on the Japan 3 and Peregrine distributor. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. X6120 E. From Hs/Wst. c. to By. Hs/Wst.6/MA.1. 4. 32. JAPAN 3 AND PEREGRINE DISTRIBUTOR. We notice on the above distributor that there is no means of synchronising the two breaks in relation… | ||
| scan0160 | Recommendation to change materials for J.3. and Peregrine ignition distributor components for improved wear. | ||
| View original record | X6120 SECRET. E. from Hs/Wst. By. c. BY/RD. Hs/Wst.4/AD2.4.32. J.3. AND PEREGRINE IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR We recommend that the sparking points in the distributor head on this distributor be made of… | ||
| scan0161 | On battery ignition distributor wear, comparing stainless steel points to a preferred combination of brass inserts and a nickel rotor blade. | ||
| View original record | X6120 R. From Hs/Wst. c. to SE. Wor. c. to RE. R. c. to SY. De. Hs/Wst.S/MA.S. 4. 32. BATTERY IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR. We have observed that the wear on the H.T. distributor sparking points and H.T.… | ||
| scan0162 | Request to arrange a trial for a Watford 6 cylinder ignition distributor for comparison with a Lucas model. | ||
| View original record | X6143 Roy. from Hs/Wst C. E. Hs/Wst.3/AD9.5.32. WATFORD IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR Will you kindly arrange with Messrs. Norths for them to submit for trial a sample Watford 6 cylinder battery ignition… | ||
| scan0163 | Confirming a conversation with the Watford Company regarding the supply of Distributors and Coils with Automatic Advance. | ||
| View original record | To E. from ROY. " Hs/Wst. ------------- X6143. ROY1/MG13.5.32 ------------- Confirming our conversation, the Watford Company are in a position to supply Distributors and Coils, similar to the sample… | ||
| scan0164 | Critique and suggestions for the J.3 and Peregrine engine distributors. | ||
| View original record | X6120 By. From Hs/Wst. c. to By/RD. c. to E. Hs/Wst.2/MA.14. 5. 32. J. 3. AND PEREGRINE DISTRIBUTOR. We have now had an opportunity of examining a completed sample of the above and we have also had a… | ||
| scan0165 | Distributors and coils with automatic advance from the Watford Company and the potential use of a double lever and three-lobed cam. | ||
| View original record | X6143 WST To E. from ROY. c. to Hs/Wst. ROYL0/MG18.5.32 Further to ROYL/MG13.5.32, and our recent conversation re Distributors and Coils (with automatic advance) the Watford Company now advise that… | ||
| scan0166 | Responding to a suggestion regarding insulating washers for the 'Japan III' ignition distributor. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Wst. C E WST X6120 BY/RD3/W.21-5-32. Re :- "Japan III". Ignition Distributor. With reference to your suggestion that insulating washers should be placed beneath the insulation bushes of the contact… | ||
| scan0167 | Standardisation of battery ignition distributor head, sparking points, and rotor blade to reduce wear. | ||
| View original record | RR 755 (10M) (19120, 13-10-31) BM. 3/7588. X6120. COMPLETED 21. 5. 32. STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Date 6. 4. 32. X No. 6120 Drawing No. Part List Description of Parts. Battery Ignition distr.… | ||
| scan0168 | Standardisation form for a new chassis part, detailing approval, costs, and implementation. | ||
| View original record | STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS X No. 0318 Drawing No. Bring fwd. Description of Parts Reason for Alteration: Better material. Better seating for studs. Origin Experimental Test Report Road Test… | ||
| scan0169 | Request for a modified cam (D.53027) for the J. 3. and Peregrine distributor to be fitted to a test bed engine. | ||
| View original record | X6120 RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.1/MA.26. 5. 32. J. 3. AND PEREGRINE DISTRIBUTOR. With reference to the modification we have had put through for the cam D.53027 on the above type distributor we should… | ||
| scan0170 | Excessive wear on distributor contact points, concluding that varying ballast resistance temperature is the cause. | ||
| View original record | X6118 To R. from Hs/Wst. c. Sg. c. Wor. c. E. Ev. Hs/Wst.2/AD2.6.32. R.R. DISTRIBUTOR CONTACT POINTS Although we have improved the surface condition of the distributor tungsten contacts, we still get… | ||
| scan0171 | Proposal from a supplier for different types of battery ignition distributors for a 6-cylinder engine. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Wst X6143. To E. from ROY. c. to Hs/Wst. ROY7/MG14.6.32 ---------- Following our recent conversation re Battery Ignition, Messrs. North have now had an opportunity of going more fully into the… | ||
| scan0172 | Requesting Messrs. North's to make a distributor head with two contact levers and a three-lobe cam for trial on the Bensport. | ||
| View original record | To ROY. from E. c.c. Mr. Wor. Hs. Wst. X6143, E.1/HP.29.6.32. re Watford Battery Ignition. With reference to your memo ROY.7/MG.14.6.32, we should now like Messrs. North's to make up a distributor… | ||
| scan0173 | Special Distributor Head with a three-lobed cam for the Watford Battery Ignition. | ||
| View original record | X6143 RECEIVED 1932 JUL To E. from ROY. c.c. to Hs. ~~c.c. to Hs/Wst.~~ ROY2/MG19.7.32 re: Watford Battery Ignition Agreeably with E.1/HP.29.6.32, Messrs. North & Sons have now made up a special… | ||
| scan0174 | Peregrine and J.3. Distributor, enclosing document LeC.3073. | ||
| View original record | X6119 BY. c. Hs/Wst. E/JNR.1/HP.24.8.32. Peregrine and J.3. Distributor. We send you herewith LeC.3073. Distributor Stop. E/JNR. | ||
| scan0175 | 500-hour bench endurance test for the new type Peregrine ignition distributor. | ||
| View original record | X6119 To R. from Hs/Wat. c. SS. Wor. c. E. Da. c. Dy. Hdy. NEW TYPE PEREGRINE IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR. We have now completed a 500 hrs. bench endurance test on the new type Peregrine double breaker… | ||
| scan0176 | Page 2 of a test report on a new distributor, comparing its performance and noting a lubrication issue. | ||
| View original record | -2- This compares very favourably with tests we have carried out with Delco-Remy, Bosch, and Lucas distributors. In view of the fact that this test practically represents 15,000 miles running on a… | ||
| scan0177 | Request for six spare contact plates and levers for a Peregrine Distributor for bench testing. | ||
| View original record | X6119. RHC. from Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.7/KT.30.8.32. PEREGRINE DISTRIBUTOR. Will you please arrange for six spare contact plates D.53029 and contact levers D.53028 complete, to be made up for us in… | ||
| scan0178 | Failure and proposed modifications for the Peregrine ignition distributor. | ||
| View original record | X6119 Rv. from Hs/Wst. c. By/RD. C. E. Hs/Wst.7/AD21.9.32. PEREGRINE IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR We have had a failure of the double breaker distributor fitted to the Peregrine chassis in the Exptl. Dept.… | ||
| scan0179 | Mistake with the Peregrine ignition distributor which caused misfiring, and a proposed temporary fix. | ||
| View original record | X6119. RHC. from Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.7/KT. 23.9.32. PEREGRINE IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR. The D.O. have made a mistake with regard to the position of the keyway on the cam of the above distributors, in relation… | ||
| scan0180 | Water ingress issues with the Peregrine ignition distributor and proposed solutions. | ||
| View original record | X6119 To E. from Hs/Wst. c. Ry. c. Wor. Sg. Hs/Wst.3/AD4.10.32. PEREGRINE IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR We confirm our conversation regarding the trouble we have experienced due to water filling up the… | ||
| scan0181 | Blueprints and modifications for the 'Peregrine II' Ignition Distributor cam. | ||
| View original record | WST RHC. Hs./Wst. X6119 BY/RD2/W.28-10-32. "Peregrine II". Ignition Distributor, Sec.8120. We hand you herewith two blue prints of :- D.53912 - Cam. Will you please have six sets of these put in hand.… | ||
| scan0182 | Request to fit a Double Breaker Peregrine Ignition Distributor to a J.1 engine to improve high-speed performance. | ||
| View original record | x6119. RHC. from Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.2/KT.29.10.32. DOUBLE BREAKER PEREGRINE IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR. We wish to fit one of these units complete with governor to the J.1 engine No.C.9 in order to improve the… | ||
| scan0183 | New, cheaper method of producing Rocker Blocks for the Peregrine II Ignition Distributor from Bakelised Linen. | ||
| View original record | X6119 RECEIVED RHC. Hs./Wst. BY/RD1/W.29-10-32. *Peregrine II* Ignition Distributor. 29 1932 We hand you herewith eight Rocker Blocks,D.53034. These have been produced by Mr.Brock from a sample sheet… | ||
| scan0184 | Proposal to source Peregrine, J.3, and Bensport ignition distributor contact sets from Delco-Remy due to cost savings. | ||
| View original record | X6119 To Wor. from Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.9/ADL1.11.32. PEREGRINE, J.3 AND BENSPORT IGNITION DISTRIBUTORS As the contact levers and contact plates on this unit have been specially designed to be… | ||
| scan0185 | Alteration 736/Dss for the Ignition Distributor on 'Peregrine II' and 'Japan III' chassis, listing new parts. | ||
| View original record | RHC. Hs./Wsf. X6119 BY/RDL/W.16-11-32. "Peregrine II" and "Japan III". Ignition Distributor, Sec. 8120. Alteration 736/Dss. We send you herewith our Alteration 736/Dss., together with blue prints of… | ||
| scan0186 | Request to produce a Peregrine & J.3 Distributor unit for bench testing experiments. | ||
| View original record | X6119 RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.8/MA.17.11.32. PEREGRINE & J.3 DISTRIBUTOR: Will you please arrange to produce one of these units complete for bench testing purposes to enable us to carry out a number… | ||
| scan0187 | Modifications to the Peregrine ignition distributor to improve ventilation and prevent rusting, including results of a 500-hour bench test. | ||
| View original record | X6119 To R. From Hs/Wst. C. Sg. Wor. C. E. Da. C. Ev. Hdv. Hs/Wst.3/ADS.12.32. PEREGRINE IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR The ventilation of the distributor head on the new Peregrine distributor was found to be… | ||
| scan0188 | Request to alter the gears on an ignition test rig for Peregrine distributors. | ||
| View original record | X6119 RHC. from Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.6/AD.13.12.32. PEREGRINE DISTRIBUTOR TESTS In order to put up the speed of our ignition test rig for testing Peregrine distributors, we should be glad if you will have… | ||
| scan0189 | Modification request for the ignition distributor governor on a 3 Per.II Chassis. | ||
| View original record | RHC. From Hs/Wst. X6119 Hs/Wst.6/MA.30.12.32. 3 Per.II Chassis. The ignition distributor governor on this chassis requires modification, before going away, in order to alter the range of automatic… | ||
| scan0190 | Adaptation of Peregrine distributors for Bensport engines, requiring a new cam for reversed rotation. | ||
| View original record | RHC. from Hs/Wst. x6119 Hs/Wst.1/AD3.1.33. RE : PEREGRINE DISTRIBUTORS FOR BENSPORT ENGINES With further reference to our Hs/Wst.2/KT29.10.32 E. has produced a scheme shewing the Peregrine distributor… | ||
| scan0191 | Modifications to an improved distributor for the Peregrine car. | ||
| View original record | X61191 To BY. from E/JNR. ------------------- c.c. Wor. Hs. ------------------- E/JNR.5/HP.10.1.33. ------------------- WST re Peregrine. ------------------- We send you herewith - Lec.3323 Improved… | ||
| scan0192 | Modified bracket for the distributor wires on the Peregrine engine. | ||
| View original record | 86119. To B1. from E/JNR. c. Hs. re Peregrine. Please receive herewith: LeC.3333 - showing a modified bracket for the distributor wires. We have raised the bracket where the wires are bunched together… | ||
| scan0193 | Parts list and request for the 'Peregrine II' Ignition Distributor. | ||
| View original record | RMC. Hs/Wsr. x611CBY/RD5/W.1-2-33. "Peregrine II". Ignition Distributor. LeC.3323. Will you please put in hand three sets of parts, blue prints of which are attached hereto and which have been… | ||
| scan0194 | Modifications to the Peregrine ignition governor mechanism. | ||
| View original record | To DY. from E/JNR. c. Hs. RHC. 6119 E/JNR.4/HP.4.2.33. re Peregrine. Please receive herewith: LeC.3358 - Peregrine Ignition Governor Mechanism. The modifications shown are: (1) To provide a better oil… | ||
| scan0195 | Blueprints and the availability of parts for the 'Peregrine II' Ignition Distributor. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Wst. WST x6119. BHC. BY/RD1/W.4-2-33. "Peregrine II". Ignition Distributor, LeC.3323. We hand you herewith blue prints of our L.O.P. D.100509 - Ignition Distributor, covering the parts issued in… | ||
| scan0196 | Test procedure for comparing distributors through battery ignition tests. | ||
| View original record | To J.M. from Hs/Wst. X6119 8.2.33. COMPARISON BETWEEN R.R. DISTRIBUTORS BATTERY IGNITION TESTS. (1) Obtain make-ratio-speed curves of :- (a) Standard distributor with .55 setting at 800 r.p.m. Spring… | ||
| scan0197 | Page 2 of a document outlining test procedures related to pressure points and H.T. leakage. | ||
| View original record | -2- pressure on points after each test. Ensure that H.T. leakage is a minimum. HS/Wst. | ||
| scan0198 | Order request for Watford distributor parts, specifically Delco-Remy pattern contact levers and plates from Messrs. Norths. | ||
| View original record | 86119. Roy From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.2/MA.18.2.33. WATFORD DISTRIBUTOR PARTS. Will you please order for us from Messrs.Norths to order No.54104 6 contact levers and contact pl-ates of the Delco-Remy pattern… | ||
| scan0199 | Wear issues and design improvements for the Peregrine Battery Ignition Governor following a 10,000-mile test. | ||
| View original record | WST 86119. To R. from E. E.1/HP.25.2.33. c. Ser. Wor. Hs. By. Peregrine Battery Ignition Governor. On the last 10,000 mile test of Peregrine in France considerable wear was found to have taken place… | ||
| scan0200 | Engine oiling, advance curves, and governor settings for the Peregrine engine. | ||
| View original record | (2) E.1/HP.25.2.33. ---------- oil from the hand oiler feeding the ball bearing. When the engine is stopped we feel there is more possibility of this scheme retaining the oil that runs down and… | ||
| scan0201 | Urgent request for modified and standard Bensport distributor units for ignition experiments. | ||
| View original record | x6119. RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.6/MA.25.4.33. BENSPORT IGNITION. We urgently require for ignition experiments in connection with the Bensport, a double breaker distributor unit modified to LEC.3323… | ||
| scan0202 | Modifications to the Bensport ignition system's contact breaker cam and lever. | ||
| View original record | x6119. To BF. from E. E./JNR.1/HP.19.5.33. c. Hs. RHC. Hs/Wst. By/NW. re Bensport Ignition. We send you herewith: LeC.3498 - showing a new shape of contact breaker cam. With the lightened contact… | ||
| scan0203 | Investigation into oil buildup issues within the Peregrine engine distributor head during cold starts, causing misfiring. | ||
| View original record | To E. from Hs/Mths. c. to Wor. c. to By. OIL IN PEREGRINE DISTRIBUTOR HEAD. We have recently been experiencing trouble when starting up from cold with oil building up in Peregrine Distributor Heads.… | ||
| scan0204 | Endurance test report on a new double breaker distributor with modified ventilation for the Bensport chassis. | ||
| View original record | 86119 E. From Hs/Wst. c. to By. Hs/Wst.2/MA.17.6.33. NEW DOUBLE BREAKER DISTRIBUTOR FOR BENSPORT WITH MODIFIED VENTILATION. SHOWN ON LEC.3323. We have now completed a prolonged bench endurance test… | ||
| scan0205 | Standardization of ignition distributor contact fingers across various engine models. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Wst. WST *6119 BY/RD.11/W.4.7.33. Ignition Distributor Contact Fingers. Now that we have agreed to use the stirrup type spring on the ignition distributor contact finger on "Bensport", this finger… | ||
| scan0206 | Request to manufacture three ignition distributor cams for a 'Bensport Ignition' system to drawing D.100524. | ||
| View original record | 86119. RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.7/MA.10.7.33. BENSPORT IGNITION. Will you please have made for us three ignition distributor cams to drawing D.100524. DB358 Hs/Wst. | ||
| scan0207 | Requesting a new drawing for a Bentley ignition cam based on a modified Peregrine engine design. | ||
| View original record | 86119 By. From Hs/CTS. Hs/CTS.1/MA.11.7.33. BENTLEY IGNITION. Referring to memo E.1/HP.6.7.33., re double contact breaker ignition. We require a drawing for a cam similar to the Delco Remy type. A cam… | ||
| scan0208 | Requesting modification of a double contact breaker distributor for Bentley ignition. | ||
| View original record | 86119 RHC. From Hs/CTS. Hs/CTS.2/MA.11.7.33. BENTLEY IGNITION. We are handing you our double contact breaker distributor. This was originally built up to LeC.2987, and adapted to Bentley by LeC.3338.… | ||
| scan0209 | Request for parts to be made for experiments on a Bentley double contact breaker ignition system. | ||
| View original record | 86119. RHC. From Hs/CTS. Hs/CTS.2/MA.15.7.33. BENTLEY IGNITION. Will you please make the following parts for us in conjunction with our experiments on double contact breaker ignition. One set of… | ||
| scan0210 | Use of a 'Bensport' contact finger for 20/25 and 40/50 HP models. | ||
| View original record | 86119. E Hs/Wst. BY/RD1/W.25.7.33. Ignition Distributor Contact Fingers. We are again being asked if we can use DB.346 - "Bensport" Contact Finger,for 20/25 and 40/50 H.P. May we refer you to our memo… | ||
| scan0211 | For a revised page of the production specification for the battery ignition governor on a Bentley engine. | ||
| View original record | 86119. By. From Hs/Wst. c. to Sft/Mr.Brock. Hs/Wst.6/MA.26.7.33. PRODUCTION SPECIFICATION OF BATTERY IGNITION GOVERNOR ON BENTLEY ENGINE. We attach herewith revised page 3 of the above specification… | ||
| scan0212 | Instructions for testing the distributor governor speed characteristics and setting limits. | ||
| View original record | -3- The distributor is run up to a high speed and then slowed down until the lowest speed at which the full governor advance is indicated by the disc is found. Then calling this reading 9 1/2° the… | ||
| scan0213 | The proposal to use a Bentley ignition distributor contact finger on 20/25 and 40/50 HP models, subject to a 10,000-mile test. | ||
| View original record | 86119 To DY/RD. from E. c. Nor. Hs/Wst. E.11/HP.26.7.33. Ignition Distributor Contact Fingers. Replying to your memo BY/RD.1/W.25.7.33, we are in agreement with the proposal to use DB.346 Bentley… | ||
| scan0214 | The fitting of Bentley contact fingers to the ignition distributor of model 27-EX. | ||
| View original record | 86119 To DY/RD. from E. E.13/HP.27.7.33. c. Wor. Hs/Wst. Ignition Distributor Contact Fingers. Further to our memo E.11/HP.26.11.33 - 27-EX. should also be fitted with DB.346 Bentley Contact Finger.… | ||
| scan0215 | Request for Nichrome to be used in an experiment for the H.T. rotor blade instead of Nickel. | ||
| View original record | x6119 To BY/EM. from Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.3/KT. 8.8.33. We want to try the experiment of using Nichrome for the H.T. rotor blade on the R.R. battery ignition distributor instead of Nickel. Would you kindly… | ||
| scan0216 | Instruction request for testing a Bensport Double Breaker Distributor and governor. | ||
| View original record | 86119. By/RD. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.5/MA.18.9.33. BENSPORT DOUBLE BREAKER DISTRIBUTOR. Will you please instruct for our test bench use a complete distributor and governor with all the latest up-to-date… | ||
| scan0217 | Modification of a Bentley Ignition Distributor by fitting a bronze bush to address rapid wear. | ||
| View original record | URGENT. x6119. To Hs. from E/JNR. c. By. RHC. E/JNR.1/HP.25.9.33. re Bentley Ignition Distributor. Next 10,000 miles Car. Owing to the rapid wear developing between the distributor tower and base, we… | ||
| scan0218 | Parts for an ignition distributor and circular condenser on a 40-50 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | RHC c - Hs/Wst. 6118 BY/RD2/W.1.11.33. 40-50 H.P. Chassis. Ign.Distributor and Condenser,Sec.8120/30. R.R.Scheme 478 - Circular Condenser in standard Ignition Tower. Please receive herewith blue… | ||
| scan0219 | Instruction to fit new chromium-plated pivot pins to ignition distributors on Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | 86119. RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.1/MA.8.11.33. Will you please arrange to fit the ignition distributors on Bentley chassis 1BIV, 2BIV and 4BIV with the new Chromium plated pivot pin to DB433 now made… | ||
| scan0220 | Issuing a blueprint for the 'Spectre' Ignition Distributor Head to enable mould production. | ||
| View original record | RHC. [crossed out] C.E. [crossed out] c.Hs/Wst. V6119 BY/RD2/W12.11.34. "Spectre". Ignition Distributor. LeC.4177. We hand you herewith one blue print of :- D.74805. Distributor Head, to enable the… | ||
| scan0221 | New parts for the 'Spectre' engine ignition distributor and requesting a pair be put in hand. | ||
| View original record | MIC. c. Hs/Wst. BY/RD2/W.2.11.34. "Spectre" Ignition Distributor,R.R.Sch.742. Will you please put in hand a pair of Ignition Distributors for the "Spectre" engine in accordance with L.O.P. D.74766 (2… | ||
| scan0222 | List of parts and request for blueprints for the 'Spectre' Ignition Distributor, LeC. 4177. | ||
| View original record | RHO. [Strikethrough] c.c. [Strikethrough] c. Hs/Wst. BY/RD1/W.21.11.34. "Spectre". Ignition Distributor, LeC.4177. Please receive herewith blue prints of the new pieces detailed from the above LeC.… | ||
| scan0223 | Standardisation of a bronze bush in the base of the ignition distributor tower to reduce wear. | ||
| View original record | RR 785B (BH) (B2674, 16-10-33) BM. 3/262/6. X6119 COMPLETED 24.11.33. BENTLEY STANDARDISATION of PARTS. Description of Parts. BRONZE BUSH IN BASE OF IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR TOWER. Origin. To reduce wear… | ||
| scan0224 | Request to fit a bench-tested distributor with a T.C.C. condenser to chassis No. 2B.IV for a standardisation road test. | ||
| View original record | 86119. RHC. From Hs/Wst. DISTRIBUTOR WITH T.C.C. CONDENSER TO R.R. SCHEME 478. We have now bench tested the above distributor and we shall be glad if you will arrange for the same to be fitted on… | ||
| scan0225 | Bentley Ignition systems, potential material changes on the chassis, and delaying standardisation sheets. | ||
| View original record | ~6119. To E. FROM Sg. Re Bentley Ignition. Copy to Wor.Hs.HX. Sg18/E18.12.33 H3 Thanks for your E11/HP.14.12.33 and E10/HP.16.12.33. I have noted with great interest all that you say. I am passing the… | ||
| scan0226 | The modification and bench testing of a Bentley ignition distributor. | ||
| View original record | 86119. E. From Hs/Wst. c. to Wor. c. to Sg. c. to By. BENTLEY IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR TO R.R.SCH.478. The modifications to the distributor embodied in the above scheme consist of the alteration to the… | ||
| scan0227 | Standardisation of the ignition distributor contact finger to part DB.346. | ||
| View original record | RR 788 (5H) (52674. 16-10-33) BM. 3/262/6. X6118 Comp 3.1.34. 40/50 STANDARDISATION of PARTS. Date 7.11.33. Description of Parts. IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR CONTACT FINGER TO DB.346. X No. 6118. Drawing No.… | ||
| scan0228 | Standardisation of an ignition distributor contact finger to improve high-speed performance. | ||
| View original record | RR 785A (SH) (52674. 16-10-33) BM. 3/262/6. X6118. Comp. 3.1.34. 20/25 STANDARDISATION of PARTS. Date 7.11.33. X No. 6118. Drawing No. Part List Description of Parts. IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR CONTACT… | ||
| scan0229 | Request to manufacture one Bentley double breaker distributor. | ||
| View original record | r 6119. RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.12/MA.8.1.34. Will you please have made for us as soon as possible one Bentley double breaker distributor complete to LeC.3323. Hs/Wst. | ||
| scan0230 | Standardisation report for a chromium plated pivot pin for the distributor contact arm. | ||
| View original record | RR 785B (5H) (S2674, 16-10-33) BM. 3/262/6. X6119. Completed 15.1.34. BENTLEY STANDARDISATION of PARTS. Date 20.12.33. Description of Parts. Chromium plated pivot pin for distributor contact arm. X… | ||
| scan0231 | Invoice from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. for a 12-cylinder ignition set. | ||
| View original record | WST r6119. C. to Hs/WST. G/Gn/CA14/KI.17.1.34. We have received an invoice from Messrs.Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd., dated 4th instant, details of which are shown below. From the information given on this… | ||
| scan0232 | Internal request to send an order to the Delco Remy Co. for a distributor. | ||
| View original record | 26119. Roy. From Hs/Wst. c. to G/Gn. Hs/Wst.6/MA.18.1.34. With reference to G/Gn./CA.14/KI.17.1.34., will you please send an order to the Delco Remy Co., for the distributor mentioned. This has been… | ||
| scan0233 | Testing a modified hard drawn brass pivot pin for the battery ignition distributor. | ||
| View original record | WST 86118 To DY. from E/Lid. E/Lid.1/HP.7.2.34. c. Hs/Wst. re Battery Ignition Distributor Pivot Pin. With reference to Sft.6/BH.6.2.34, we should be glad if you will instruct the hard drawn brass… | ||
| scan0234 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding sample Distributors and duplicate Aircraft Equipment. | ||
| View original record | 86119 DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Head Office & Works: 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telegrams: DELREMYHAT, CHURTON, LONDON. Telephones: FRANKLIN 6611-6. (6 LINES). [Stamp: THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR… | ||
| scan0235 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the dispatch of sample Ignition Distributor and Coil parts. | ||
| View original record | 86119 DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Head Office & Works: 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telegrams: DELREMMYAT, CHURTON, LONDON. Telephones: FRANKLIN 6611-6. (6 LINES) THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS… | ||
| scan0236 | Request to order three Delco-Remy distributor caps for the 'Spectre' ignition distributor. | ||
| View original record | 86119 Roy. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.4/MA.8.6.34. 'SPECTRE' IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR. Will you please order for us to order No.54117 three distributor caps for the Delco-Remy distributor 667B Serial Ex.1227. We… | ||
| scan0237 | Standardisation of a battery ignition distributor with a circular condenser. | ||
| View original record | RR 785 (5M) (S2674, 16-10-33) BM. 3/262/6. COMPLETED 18.6.34. 40/50 STANDARDISATION of PARTS. Date 30.4.34. X No. 6119. Drawing No. Part List Description of Parts. BATTERY IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR TO… | ||
| scan0238 | Estimated cost for extra jigs, tools, and equipment for the 'T' series chassis. | ||
| View original record | STANDARDISATION OF PARTS Est. cost of Extra jigs, tools and equipment (Sft/Ws.18.5.34) £50.0.0. This cost to be spread over three chassis products. Could be brought on to production at 1st chassis in… | ||
| scan0239 | Standardisation of a battery ignition distributor condenser to improve reliability. | ||
| View original record | RR 155BN (SH) (S7312. 29-12-33) BM. 3/640/2 COMPLETED 18.6.34 BENTLEY STANDARDISATION OF PARTS. Description of Parts: BATTERY IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR TO RR.Sch.478 INCORPORATING CIRCULAR CONDENSER MADE… | ||
| scan0240 | Note on tool costs and the production introduction for the 'C' series chassis. | ||
| View original record | BENTLEY STANDARDISATION OF PARTS X For Tool cost see 40/50 std. sheet. Could be brought on to production at 1st chassis in "C" series (Sft/GH.18.5.34) without scrap. | ||
| scan0241 | Standardisation of a battery ignition distributor and condenser to improve reliability. | ||
| View original record | RR 78 (5h) (S2674, 16-10-33) BM. 3/262/6. COMPLETED 18.6.34. 20/25 STANDARDISATION OF PARTS. Description of Parts. BATTERY IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR TO RR. Sch. 478 INCORPORATING CIRCULAR CONDENSER MADE BY… | ||
| scan0242 | Tool costs and production for the 'E2' series chassis. | ||
| View original record | For Tool cost see 40/50 std. sheet Could be brought on to production at 1st chassis in "E2" series, (Sft/GH.18.5.34.) without scrap. RECEIVED 30 APR 1934 C M | ||
| scan0243 | The Spectre Ignition Distributor, recommending the standard Bentley lever over the Delco-Remy type due to poor performance. | ||
| View original record | E. From Hs/Wst. c. to By. 86119. Hs/Wst.5/MA.25.6.34. SPECTRE IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR. We notice that the small Delco-Remy type lever has been schemed in on the above. Unfortunately our experience of… | ||
| scan0244 | Letter from Erie Resistor Limited requesting specifications for a distributor terminal nut for manufacturing suppressors. | ||
| View original record | 86119 ERIE RESISTOR LIMITED. MANUFACTURERS HIGH RESISTANCE PRODUCTS WATERLOO ROAD, CRICKLEWOOD, LONDON, N.W.2. DIRECTORS: ROD.WEESE (BRIT.) L.F. CRANE (BRIT. U.S.A.) G.P. FRYLING. (U.S.A.) G.R.… | ||
| scan0245 | Letter to Erie Resistor Ltd. clarifying the thread specification for a distributor terminal nut and returning a sample. | ||
| View original record | 86119 Hs/Wst.10/MA. 28th August, 1934. Messrs.Erie Resistor Ltd., Waterloo Road, Cricklewood, London, N.W.2. Dear Sirs, Replying to your letter of the 15th instant reference AAD/JM. which has been… | ||
| scan0246 | Letter from Erie Resistor Limited confirming the specifications for a distributor terminal nut. | ||
| View original record | 86119 ERIE RESISTOR LIMITED. MANUFACTURERS HIGH RESISTANCE PRODUCTS WATERLOO ROAD, CRICKLEWOOD, LONDON, N.W.2. DIRECTORS: ROD WEESE (BRIT.) L. F. CRANE. (BRIT. U.S.A.) G. P. FRYLING. (U.S.A.) G. R.… | ||
| scan0247 | The ignition distributor for the 5.B.IV model. | ||
| View original record | x6119 RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.5/MA.2.11.34. IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR ON 5.B.IV. Will you please note that it has been agreed with Rm. that the ignition distributor to LeC.3323 is not to be fitted to… | ||
| scan0248 | The in-house production of a new distributor head and rotor for the Spectre Ignition Distributor. | ||
| View original record | To BY. from E/JNR. WST - C119 E/JNR.2/HP.5.11.34. c. Hs. RHC. Spectre Ignition Distributor. We send you herewith drawing LeC.4177 showing the distributor head to be produced by us to replace the Delco… | ||
| scan0249 | Customer complaint about ignition failure from water ingress via the radiator, requesting preventative recommendations. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Wst. c. to E. c. to Hd. 6119. Hs/Rm.7/KW.13.11.34. We have a complaint from a customer that when driving through snow his ignition was put out of action due to water getting on the distributor.… | ||
| scan0250 | Issues with Spectre ignition distributors and a request for them to be set in the laboratory. | ||
| View original record | r6119. RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.3/MA.10.1.35. SPECTRE IGNITION DISTRIBUTORS. Trouble has been experienced on the test beds due to the contact breakers on the spectre distributors not being correct… | ||
| scan0251 | Internal order for four Delco Remy ignition distributors for a Model 350 Series 50 La Salle car. | ||
| View original record | Y 6119. Roy. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.5/MA.18.1.35. Please order for us to order No.54127 four, La Salle type Delco Remy 8 cylinder ignition distributors complete as used on the Model 350 Series 50 La… | ||
| scan0252 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding lubricating oil working through into an ignition distributor. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Head Office & Works 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telegrams: DELREMHYAT, CHURTON, LONDON. Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) [Stamp: THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS &… | ||
| scan0253 | List of blueprints for 'Wraith' Ignition Distributors and associated parts. | ||
| View original record | RHC. c. Hs/Wst. WST BY/RD1/W.2.5.35. 86119. "WRAITH" Ignition Distributors, Sec.8120. R.R.Scheme 852 and LeC.4333. Please receive herewith blue prints detailed from the above schemes :- F. 7383.… | ||
| scan0254 | Continuation memo listing parts, quantities, and instructions for production and the Pattern Shop. | ||
| View original record | BY/RD1/W.2.5.35. (Contd:- - 2 - D.74237. Ventilator. 4 off. D.74776. Rocker Block. 4 off. D.74782. Screw. 4 off. D.74806. H.T.Terminal Insert. 16 off. D.74839. Trigger. 4 off. D.74840. Roller. 4 off.… | ||
| scan0255 | Scheme for building ignition distributors for 'Spectre' and 'Wraith' models, listing required parts. | ||
| View original record | PHC c. Hs/Wst. 16119 BY/RD3/W.3.5.35. "Spectre". Sec.8120. Ign.Distributor. R.R.Scheme 846. In order to use a large number of similar parts on "Wraith" and "Spectre" and also the latest type finger,… | ||
| scan0256 | Adding a small slot to the distributor screen EL130 for easier fitting. | ||
| View original record | 16119. RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.4/MA.20.5.35. DISTRIBUTOR SCREEN. We have added a small slot to the distributor screen EL130, which you have in hand for us, to enable the screen to be sprung over the… | ||
| scan0257 | Letter from Rotax Limited regarding unreceived Distributor Screens from an order. | ||
| View original record | ROTAX LIMITED AVIATION DEPARTMENT TELEPHONE: WILLESDEN 2480 (PTE BCH EX) TELEGRAMS: RODYNALITE PHONE LONDON WILLESDEN JUNCTION LONDON N.W.10. Please reply to 319, Regent Street, London, W.1.… | ||
| scan0258 | Order for 12 studs for a test rig for the Electrical Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | Y6119 Millwrights from EJJ/JV. c toHs/Wst. Order No. 816 EJJ/JV26/MM1.7.35. Re Test Rig for Distributers - Electrical Experimental Department. Will you please have made :- 12 - Studs to our drawing J.… | ||
| scan0259 | Secret memo detailing a modification to the Spectre distributor wires to improve flexibility. | ||
| View original record | SECRET 86119 To BY. from E/JNR. E/JNR.1/HP.5.8.35. c.c. RHE. Hs/Tur. Hs/Wst. SPECTRE. DISTRIBUTOR WIRES. NST Will you please receive herewith:- Lec.4625 showing a modification to the length of the… | ||
| scan0260 | The correct setting for Spectre ignition distributor contact breaker gaps. | ||
| View original record | 16119. By. From Hs/Wst. c. to Sft/Mr.Brock. c. to Mx. Hs/Wst.9/MA.12.8.35. SPECTRE IGNITION DISTRIBUTORS. We have found on the bench and on the engine that the best setting for the contact breaker… | ||
| scan0261 | Request for two Spectre moulded distributor heads with sparking points made from nickel instead of brass. | ||
| View original record | RHC. From Hs/Wst. ✓6119. Hs/Wst.2/MA.14.8.35. Will you please have two Spectre moulded distributor heads made up for us with the sparking points to D.73424 in nickel instead of brass. Hs/Wst. | ||
| scan0262 | Necessary adjustments and specifications for Spectre Ignition Distributors. | ||
| View original record | 86119. E. From Hs/Wst. c. to By. c. to Mx. Hs/Wst.3/MA.23.9.35. SPECTRE IGNITION DISTRIBUTORS. Some provision should be made for a stop on these distributors to prevent the contact levers being… | ||
| scan0263 | Inspection report of the distributor and contact breaker on a Spectre 3.S.I. engine. | ||
| View original record | 86119. 24.9.35. INSPECTION OF DISTRIBUTOR & CONTACT BREAKER ON SPECTRE 3.S.I. Distributors. Slight tracking in the centre of one distributor and small piece chipped off the outer edge the other… | ||
| scan0264 | Cover note for the production specification and test of Spectre ignition distributors. | ||
| View original record | rb119. By. From Hs/Wst. c. to Sft/Mr.Brock. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Hs/Wst.3/MA.25.9.35. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ We send you herewith Production specification and test for Spectre ignition… | ||
| scan0265 | Production inspection, adjustment, and test procedure for the Spectre ignition distributor and contact breaker. | ||
| View original record | PRODUCTION INSPECTION ADJUSTMENT & TEST OF SPECTRE IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR AND CONTACT BREAKER. A. (1) Main distributor and contact breaker test. Inspection shall be made that the contact points are… | ||
| scan0266 | Test procedures for an ignition distributor and governor, covering electrical and mechanical checks. | ||
| View original record | -2- (5) By means of a spring balance suitably attached to the contact end of the rocker arm, the tension required, just to break contact (indicated by small lamp in circuit) should be noted. This… | ||
| scan0267 | Instructions for testing the distributor governor advance speed characteristics and limits. | ||
| View original record | -3- The distributor is run up to a higher speed and then slowed down until the lowest speed at which the full governor advance indicated by the disc, is found. Then calling this reading the advance… | ||
| scan0268 | Request to produce two more Spectre Ignition Distributor Tuning Plates. | ||
| View original record | 16119. RHC. From Hs/Wst. c. to Hs/FD. Hs/Wst.12/MA.8.10.35. SPECTRE IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR TUNING PLATE EL.196. Will you please arrange to produce two more of these plates one for G.W.H. in France and… | ||
| scan0269 | Letter from a supplier regarding an order for 25 amp fuses, pricing, and future manufacturing plans. | ||
| View original record | INLAND TELEGRAMS: 'GUITERMAN, PHONE, LONDON' TELEPHONE: METROPOLITAN 0074 3 LINES FOREIGN TELEGRAMS: 'GUITERMAN, LONDON' S. GUITERMAN & CO. LTD ESTABLISHED 1876 35 & 36, Aldermanbury, London, E.C.2.… | ||
| scan0270 | Advertising leaflet for 'POL' Permanent Mercury Fuses. | ||
| View original record | STOCKED BY S. GUITERMAN & Co. LTD. 35 & 36 ALDERMANBURY LONDON, E.C.2 FOREIGN TELEGRAMS: 'GUITERMAN, LONDON' INLAND TELEGRAMS: 'GUITERMAN PHONE LONDON' TELEPHONE: METROPOLITAN 8074 (3 LINES) "POL"… | ||
| scan0271 | Informational leaflet for the 'POL' Permanent Mercury Fuse, explaining its time lag and resettable features. | ||
| View original record | The Reasons WHY Irritating SHORT CIRCUITS and OVERLOADS can be overcome by the “POL” Permanent Fuse Incorporation of Mercury in Fuse construction is an ideal at which numerous manufacturers have… | ||
| scan0272 | The effects of a bent shaft or worn bearing on engine timing in Bentley distributor heads. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Rm. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.6/MA.30.10.35. AFFECT OF BENT SHAFT OR BADLY WORN BEARING IN BENTLEY DISTRIBUTOR HEADS. According to a test carried out on the bench rig, a difference in the contact gap of… | ||
| scan0273 | The effects of a bent shaft or badly worn bearing in Bentley distributor heads. | ||
| View original record | r6119 Hs/Rm. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.1/MA.2.11.35. AFFECT OF BENT SHAFT OR BADLY WORN BEARING IN BENTLEY DISTRIBUTOR HEADS. According to a test carried out on the bench rig, a difference in the contact… | ||
| scan0274 | Order for a Lucas type DK distributor with specific settings. | ||
| View original record | r6119 Roy. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.3/MA.2.11.35. LUCAS DISTRIBUTOR. Please order for us to order No.54101. one 6 cylinder Lucas type DK distributor anti-clockwise rotation, viewed from the top of the cam,… | ||
| scan0275 | Request to supply two standard Bentley distributor heads with sparking points made from pure nickel instead of brass. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. From Hs/Wst. 86119. Hs/Wst.2/MJ.9.11.35. BENTLEY DISTRIBUTORS. Will you please arrange to supply us with two Standard Bentley distributor heads fitted with sparking points made in pure nickel… | ||
| scan0276 | Examination report on a worn Phantom III Ignition Governor and Distributor due to lubrication issues. | ||
| View original record | 6119. Hs/Am. c. Hs/Wst. E/JNR.1/HP.12.11.35. re Phantom 3 Ignition Governor and Distributor. We have examined the above pieces after 20,000 miles in France. The governor is in a bad state, almost worn… | ||
| scan0277 | Instructions for setting the engine timing on a Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | Y6119 PHANTOM III ENGINE TIMING. (1) Both contact breaker gaps should be set to the limits .028" to .030". (2) Terming the fixed contact breaker assembly (A), the movable contact breaker assembly (B),… | ||
| scan0278 | Parts list for the EXE Engine Ignition Distributor, Sec. 8120, DC.120. | ||
| View original record | WST 16119. BY/RD4/W.15.11.35. Handwritten notes: c. Hg. c. G/Rb. c. Hs/Wst. see me EXE ENGINE. Ignition Distributor, Sec.8120. DC.120. Please receive herewith blue prints of the following parts… | ||
| scan0279 | Parts list with quantities for various components, including distributor parts for the 'Spectre' chassis. | ||
| View original record | BY/RD4/W.15.11.35. (Contd.) - 2 - D. 5743. Retaining Ring. 16 off. D. 5744. Fixed Base Plate Assembly. 4 off. D. 5745. Adjustable Base Plate Assembly. 4 off. x D. 5785. Distr.Base,A.and B.Units. 2… | ||
| scan0280 | List of materials specifying quantities and types of copper wire for an engine component. | ||
| View original record | BY/RD4/W.15.11.35. (Contd:- - 3 - 20 SWG. .036" dia. Enamelled and Single Paper Covered, TDF.318, High Conductivity Copper Wire, .040" dia.over insulation. 3 lbs. 42 SWG. .004" dia. Enamelled High… | ||
| scan0281 | Governor bench tests on the Phantom III combined distributor and governor unit. | ||
| View original record | rl6119. EJJ. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.2/MA.15.11.35. We have been instructed to carry out some governor bench tests on the Phantom III combined distributor and governor unit and we shall be glad if you… | ||
| scan0282 | Cover letter to Messrs. Delco Remy & Hyatt, Ltd. regarding a curve illustrating characteristics for an automatic advance unit. | ||
| View original record | r6119 Hs/Wst.5/MA. 3rd December, 1935. Mr. W.O.Kennington, Messrs. Delco Remy & Hyatt, Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, London, S.W.1. Dear Mr.Kennington, With reference to our telephone conversation I am… | ||
| scan0283 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. acknowledging a request for an automatic advance curve. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. 86119 Telegrams: DELREMHAYT, CHURTON, LONDON. Head Office & Works: 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) Stamp: THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR… | ||
| scan0284 | Testing a modified felt cam lubrication pad for a Phantom III ignition distributor. | ||
| View original record | 86119. E. From Hs/Wst. c. to By. Hs/Wst.1/MA.7.12.35. LUBRICATION OF CAM ON P.III IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR. We have recently run on chassis 31-EX. in France and also for 300 hrs. on the bench a felt cam… | ||
| scan0285 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding gears for sample distributors. | ||
| View original record | 46119. DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Head Office & Works 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telegrams: DELRENHYAT, CHURTON, LONDON. Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS &… | ||
| scan0286 | Arranging the despatch of four Bentley distributor gears to Delco Remy & Hyatt Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 86119. G/MT. From Hs/Wst. c. to D/BP. Hs/Wst.5/MA.11.12.35. Will you please arrange to despatch to the Delco Remy & Hyatt Co.Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, London, S.W.1., 4 Bentley distributor gears.… | ||
| scan0287 | Letter to Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the dispatch of four distributor gears. | ||
| View original record | x6119. Hs/Wst.6/MA. 11th December, 1935. Messrs.Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, London, S.W.1. For the attention of Mr.Rushton. Dear Sir, In reply to your letter of the 10th instant we… | ||
| scan0288 | Request to test a special arched rotor blade for an ignition distributor on 20/25 HP and Bentley chassis, to improve breakdown voltage. | ||
| View original record | c. Hs/Wst. WST r6119. BY/RD3/W.13.12.35. Ignition Distributor, Sec.8120. 20/25 H.P., and Bentley Chassis. Please receive herewith prints of :- D.54782. Rotor Blade. Will you please have one made up… | ||
| scan0289 | Request to manufacture an adaptor for a Delco Remy distributor to a specific drawing. | ||
| View original record | RHC. From Hs/Wst. r6119. Hs/Wst.8/MA.14.12.35. DELCO REMY DISTRIBUTOR. Will you please have one adaptor made for us to drawing EL10 attached herewith. Hs/Wst. | ||
| scan0290 | The fitting of a new Delco-Remy ignition distributor to a Bentley chassis for testing. | ||
| View original record | Y6119 RHC. From Hs/Wst. c. to Hs/FD. Hs/Wst.7/MA.18.12.35. DELCO-REMY DISTRIBUTOR FOR BENTLEY CHASSIS. Will you please arrange to fit to 3.B.IV and the engine for 6.B.IV a new Delco-Remy ignition… | ||
| scan0291 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the ignition layout and a new bracket design for a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | 6119. DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Telegrams: DELREMHAYT, CHURTON, LONDON. Head Office & Works: 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) [Stamp: THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR… | ||
| scan0292 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. requesting details of a patent related to screened ignition. | ||
| View original record | 86119 DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Head Office & Works: 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telegrams: DELREMYAT, CHURTON, LONDON. Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) PERSONAL.... Messrs. Rolls Royce,… | ||
| scan0293 | Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding issues found with their distributors after testing and requesting a meeting. | ||
| View original record | 76119 Hs/Wst.4/MA. 21st December, 1935. Messrs.Delco-Remy & Hyatt, Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, London, S.W.1. For the attention of Mr.Rushton. Dear Sir, We have now found a number of points which… | ||
| scan0294 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. proposing dates for a meeting to discuss the Delco Ignition. | ||
| View original record | 86119 DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Head Office & Works: 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telegrams: DELREMYAT, CHURTON, LONDON. Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) [Stamp: THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR… | ||
| scan0295 | Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. arranging a convenient date for a visit. | ||
| View original record | H6119. Expl. Dept. Hs/Wst.1/MJ. 29th. December, 1935. Messrs. Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, LONDON, S.W.1. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 27th. inst., Ref. BR/KHJ.… | ||
| scan0296 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. concerning the dispatch and modification of a distributor, condenser, and timing lever. | ||
| View original record | 86119. DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Head Office & Works 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telegrams: DELRENHYAT, SOWEST, LONDON. Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) Stamp: THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR… | ||
| scan0297 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt, Ltd. discussing the technical details of a distributor, including an automatic advance curve. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT, LTD. page two. Messrs. Rolls Royce, Ltd., Derby. use paint on this job because of the electrical connection we take through it to ground. We have taken special care of the fixing… | ||
| scan0298 | Invoice from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. for ignition distributors on loan. | ||
| View original record | S.R. 1501. DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. 111 GROSVENOR ROAD LONDON, S.W.1 TELEGRAMS: DELREMYHAT CHURTON, LONDON TELEPHONE: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) PLEASE QUOTE BOTH INVOICE No. AND D.O. No. FOR ALL QUERIES… | ||
| scan0299 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the dispatch and modifications of a distributor, condenser, and timing lever. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Head Office & Works: 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. x6119 Telegrams: DELREMBHYAT, SOWEST, LONDON. Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) [Stamp: THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR… | ||
| scan0300 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt discussing the specifics of a distributor component. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT, LTD. page two. Messrs. Rolls Royce, Ltd., Derby. use paint on this job because of the electrical connection we take through it to ground. We have taken special care of the fixing… | ||
| scan0301 | Invoice from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd for three British made ignition distributors provided on loan. | ||
| View original record | x6119 DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. 111 GROSVENOR ROAD LONDON, S.W.1 TELEGRAMS: DELREMYHAT CHURTON, LONDON. TELEPHONE: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) PLEASE QUOTE BOTH INVOICE No. AND D.O. No. FOR ALL QUERIES… | ||
| scan0302 | Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. requesting modifications to three distributors for a Bentley engine. | ||
| View original record | r6119 Hs/Wst.5/MA. 7th January, 1936. Messrs.Delco-Remy & Hyatt, Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, London, S.W.1. For the attention of Mr.B.Rushton. Dear Sir, With reference to the three other distributors… | ||
| scan0303 | Testing and suggested improvements for Phantom III ignition wires and distributors. | ||
| View original record | To E. From Hs/Wst. c. to By. Hs/Wst.2/MJ.10.1.36. f6119. PHANTOM 111 IGNITION WIRES & DISTRIBUTORS. We fitted to this engine some time ago a set of sparking plug terminals in accordance with… | ||
| scan0304 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding distributor curves and a request for a replacement gear. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Telegrams: DELREMYAT, SOWEST, LONDON. Head Office & Works: W1, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) [Handwritten top right]: r6119. Messrs. Rolls… | ||
| scan0305 | Request to post a small tooth drive adaptor for a Bentley chassis ignition distributor to Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 86119 G/MT. From Hs/Wst. c. to D/BP. Hs/Wst.2/MA.13.1.36. Will you please post to Mr.B.Rushton C/o Messrs.Delco Remy & Hyatt, Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, London S.W.1. one small tooth drive adaptor as… | ||
| scan0306 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the despatch of modified and rebuilt distributors. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Head Office & Works: 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telegrams: DELRENHYAT, SOWEST, LONDON Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) Handwritten: A6119. Messrs. Rolls Royce,… | ||
| scan0307 | Proposal to fit a 'Phantom III' type distribution board to future Bentley chassis, with a list of required parts and modifications. | ||
| View original record | RHO. (crossed out) S.H. (crossed out) c. Hs/Wst. 86119 BY/RD3/W.17.1.36. BENTLEY. DISTRIBUTION BOARD, SEC. 8170. It is proposed to fit the "Phantom III" type Distribution Board, providing separate… | ||
| scan0308 | Letter to Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the testing of three distributors and requesting a cost for a quantity of 200. | ||
| View original record | Expl. Dept. 86119 Hs/Wst.9/MJ. 20th. January, 1936. Mr. W.O. Kennington, Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, LONDON.S. W.1. Dear Mr. Kennington, I am glad that you have now sent us the… | ||
| scan0309 | Letter from British Insulated Cables Ltd. confirming the dispatch of a High Tension Cable Sheath. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: 86119 HEAD OFFICE: PRESCOT, LANCS. TELEGRAMS: "INSULATOR, PRESCOT" TELEPHONE Nº 6571 PRESCOT TEN LINES - PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE TELEGRAMS: "LIMITED, HELSBY." TELEPHONE Nº 66. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0310 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding a quotation for distributors. | ||
| View original record | 26119. DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Head Office & Works 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telegrams: DELREMYHAT, SOWEST, LONDON Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) [Stamp: THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR… | ||
| scan0311 | The Phantom III Ignition Wires and Distributor, referencing spring pieces. | ||
| View original record | WST r6119 Hs/Wst. from E. c. DY. E.3/HP.24.1.36. Phantom III Ignition Wires and Distributor Referring to your memo Hs/Wst.2/MJ.10.1.36, the detailing work for the spring pieces in the terminals is in… | ||
| scan0312 | New British Delco-Remy distributor being tested on a Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | 119 Wor. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.1/MA.24.1.36. BRITISH DELCO-REMY DISTRIBUTOR FOR BENTLEY CHASSIS. We are sending you herewith a model of the distributor we are testing out on the Bentley chassis. This… | ||
| scan0313 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. confirming the supply of 100% British-made Delco-Remy Ignition Distributor Equipment. | ||
| View original record | 6119. DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Head Office & Works Telegrams: DELREMHAYT, SOWEST, LONDON. 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) [STAMP: THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR… | ||
| scan0314 | Request to adapt new driving gears for Lucas's Delco Remy distributors on an ignition endurance rig. | ||
| View original record | 86119. To EJJ. Hs/Wst.11/JH.5.2.36. Would you please adapt new driving gears for Lucas's Delco Remy distributors, on our ignition endurance rig. Hs/Wst. | ||
| scan0315 | Letter to Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding a failure of a contact breaker lever. | ||
| View original record | 86119 Hs/Wst.4/MA. 5th February, 1936. Messrs.Delco Remy & Hyatt, Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, London, S.W.1. For the attention of Mr.W.O.Kennington. Dear Sir, Replying to your letter of the 3rd instant… | ||
| scan0316 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the supply, testing, and fault diagnosis of circuit breakers. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Head Office & Works Telegrams: DELREMHAYAT, SOWEST, LONDON. 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) [Handwritten]: 76119 [Stamp]: THE SOCIETY OF… | ||
| scan0317 | Page two of a letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. discussing a design issue and potential Bentley business. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT, LTD. - 2 - which test we did obtain one case of trouble identical with this particular case of yours. Other than this Rushton assures me that we definitely have experienced no… | ||
| scan0318 | Replacement parts for the Phantom III Ignition Distributor to allow for micrometer adjustment. | ||
| View original record | c. Hs/Wst. WST 6119. BY/RD2/W.12.2.36. "Phantom III" Ignition Distributor. LeC.4950. Please receive herewith blue prints of the following parts required to provide micrometer adjustment for contact… | ||
| scan0319 | The timing of Delco-Remy distributors for a Bentley engine. | ||
| View original record | To Hy. c. to E. c. to RHC. A6119. HS/Mths.7/EW.17.2.36. Timing of Delco-Remy Distributors (Bentley). We have received as a sample a Delco-Remy Ignition Distributor and Governor for trial on Bentley… | ||
| scan0320 | The maximum variation and fitting of the distributor tower. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Mths.7/KW.17.2.36. The maximum variation of the position of the distributor tower on any number of engines would be approximately 12°. When fitting this tower it is absolutely necessary that… | ||
| scan0321 | Letter to Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the alteration of a Delco Distributor. | ||
| View original record | 86119. Exptl. Dept. Rs/FD.9/KW. 25th February, 1936. Messrs. Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, LONDON, S.W.1 For the attention of Mr. Rushton. Dear Sir, We are despatching to you to-day… | ||
| scan0322 | The despatch of a Delco-Remy Distributor for alteration. | ||
| View original record | To D/BP. c. to G/Mt. x 6119. Hs/FD.10/KW.25.2.36. We are sending into the Despatch Stores :- 1. Delco-Remy Distributor. Will you please have this despatched to-day to Messrs. Delco Remy and Hyatt… | ||
| scan0323 | Blueprint graph of the ignition governor advance curve for a Bentley Delco-Remy system. | ||
| View original record | BENTLEY IGNITION GOVERNOR ADVANCE CURVE FOR DELCO REMY Y-Axis: BENTLEY IGNITION ADVANCE DEGREES - BEFORE T.D.C. 10, 20, 30, 40 X-Axis: R.P.M. 500, 1000, 1500, 2000, 2500, 3000, 3500, 4000, 4500… | ||
| scan0324 | Order for a replacement ignition HT rotor and an ignition condenser for a Delco-Remy distributor. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. r6119. Hs/Wst.2/JH.1.2.36. DELCO-REMY DISTRIBUTOR. Will you please order one ignition HT. rotor, to replace one broken. Also 1 ignition condenser is required from Delco-Remy for fitting on to… | ||
| scan0325 | Instruction regarding the fitting of Phantom III type distributor boards on Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. 6119. Hs/Wst.21/JH.2.4.36. Phantom III Type Distributor Boards on Bentley Cars. With reference to instructions under Hs/Wst.11/JH.4.3.36. and By/RD.3/W.17.1.36., will you please have a Phantom… | ||
| scan0326 | Design issue with the PH.III Distributor assembly and repair, and suggesting a potential re-design. | ||
| View original record | Er. Der. By. Wor. Hs. 6119. WST- see me Pan Sft/EWK.1/DR.2.4.36. PH.III DISTRIBUTOR (SEC.8120) LEC.4950. We are now building the Ph.III Distributor with the Micrometer Adjustment incorporated. We find… | ||
| scan0327 | Temporary modifications for the 'EXE' engine's ignition system to house a larger ballast resistance. | ||
| View original record | RHG. C. R. C. R/FSB. C. G/Bb. c. Hs/Wd. c. Hs/Wst. 16119. BY/RDS/W.4.4.36. "EXE" ENGINE. Ignition Distributor and Coil. DC.120. In order to house a larger ballast resistance,and provide this… | ||
| scan0328 | Coil ignition scheme for the Merlin 'F' engine, including blueprints for screening components. | ||
| View original record | To BY. Copy to RHG. Hs/Lov. Hs/Wst. ------------------------- 6119 E/Rbr/FTH.1/MN.18.4.36. ------------------------- MERLIN 'F' ENGINE. Coil Ignition Scheme. We send you herewith two blueprints of… | ||
| scan0329 | Requesting three sets of ignition distributor parts for testing on 25/30 HP and Bentley models. | ||
| View original record | RHC. [struck through] C.E. [struck through] c. Hs/Wst. Waiting for rotor from Brook 6119. [handwritten] BY/RD2/W.21.4.36. Ignition Distributors. 25/30 H.P. and Bentley. R.R.Scheme 922. Mod. to Rotor… | ||
| scan0330 | Requesting electrical modifications for a Phantom III car belonging to E.R. Hall. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. 6119 Hs/Wst.7/JH.29.4.36. E.R. Hall's Car. Will you please arrange to have fitted to this car, a Phantom III type distribution board, and regulator-cutout unit; the wiring to be altered as… | ||
| scan0331 | Library notification memo listing three N.A.C.A. reports on fuel injection and combustion. | ||
| View original record | To E. ~~E/Bn.~~ ~~Hs/Wst.~~ ~~Hs/Wd.~~ 86119 E/Bn./TGD.1/MN.4.5.36. N.A.C.A. Reports:- No.533. "Distribution and regularity of injection from a multicylinder fuel-injection pump". No.544 "Combustion… | ||
| scan0332 | Requesting arrangements for an automatic advance governor for the B-21 Hall's unit. | ||
| View original record | 86119. To RHC. Hs/Wst.18/JH.14.5.36. B-21 Hall's unit. Will you please arrange for the automatic advance governor on the distributor, for the above unit, to be made to suit the ideal advance curve… | ||
| scan0333 | Letter discussing tests on distributors and an invitation to demonstrate large sparking plug gaps. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Wst.10/JH. 86119. 14th May, 1936. W.O.Kennington Esq., Messrs. Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, London, S.W.1. My dear Kennington, You will no doubt be wondering how our tests are… | ||
| scan0334 | Requesting an adaptor to be made to drawing EL. 298 for a Pegrine distributor head. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. 6119. Hs/Wst. 21/JH.16.5.36. In order to replace the std. distributor head by the Pegrine distributor head, we require an adaptor making to drawing EL. 298 attached. Will you please have one… | ||
| scan0335 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding tests on wide plug gaps. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Head Office & Works: 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telegrams: DELREMBYAT, SOWEST, LONDON. Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) [Stamp: THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS &… | ||
| scan0336 | Request to supply a spare ignition distributor for Mr. E.R. Hall's car, B-35-AE, with a modified governor. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Wst. A6119. Hs/GR.6/JH.18.5.36. B-35-AE - MR. E.R.Hall. Will you please supply another ignition distributor complete with governor, head, rotor, contacts and condenser for use as spare on the… | ||
| scan0337 | Request for a complete ignition distributor to be used as a spare for Mr. E.R. Hall's car. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. 6119 Hs/Wst.29/JH.18.5.36. B-35-AE - Mr. E.R.Hall's car: Referring to memo. Hs/Wst.18/JH.14.5.36., will you please supply another complete ignition distributor for use as a spare on the above… | ||
| scan0338 | Request to send a modified battery ignition distributor tower to France for experimental tests. | ||
| View original record | To RHC/CEP. r6119. Hs/Wst.11/JH. 22.5.36. Will you please arrange to send out to G.W.H. Chateauroux, one modified battery ignition distributor tower No. E.8.PY. This tower is fitted with the modified… | ||
| scan0339 | Internal order request for a D.C. motor for a Magneto and Distributor Test Rig. | ||
| View original record | Roy from EJJ c to Hs/Wst. c to Millwrights. c to G/Rb/Mr.Birks. 26119 Order No.815 EJJ11/MM28.5.36. RE: MAGNETO AND DISTRIBUTOR TEST RIG - EXPERIMENTAL LABORATORY. Please send an order to Messrs Brook… | ||
| scan0340 | Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the alteration of two Bentley distributors. | ||
| View original record | r6119. Hs/Wst.10/JH. 6th June, 1936. Messrs. Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, London.S.W.1. For the attention of Mr. B. Rushton. Dear Sirs, We are returning to you under seperate cover… | ||
| scan0341 | Arranging the despatch of two Delco Remy distributors for slight alteration. | ||
| View original record | To G/Mt. c. to D/BP. 86119 Hs/Wst.3/JH. 8.6.36. Please arrange to despatch to Messrs. Delco Remy & Co.Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, London S.W.1. Two Delco Remy Distributors Nos. X7 and X8 marked for the… | ||
| scan0342 | Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the return of a distributor and governor for modification. | ||
| View original record | ✓ 6119. Hs/Wst.17/JH. 22nd June, 1936. Messrs. Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, London, S.W.1. For the attention of Mr. B. Rushton. Dear Sirs, We are returning to you under seperate cover… | ||
| scan0343 | Requesting the dispatch of a Delco Remy Distributor to Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd. for governor alterations. | ||
| View original record | To G/Mt. c. to G/Mt. r6119. Hs/Wst.5/JH. 23.6.36. Delco Remy Distributor. Will you please arrange to despatch to Messrs. Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd., 111, Grosvenor Road, London, S.W.1. One Delco Remy… | ||
| scan0344 | Instructions for Phantom III ignition distributor contact point adjustment. | ||
| View original record | To MX. c. to E. c. to Hy. c. to AP. c. to Sft. c. to Hd. c. to N. 6119 HS/Wst.3/JH. 26.6.36. Phantom III Ignition Distributor Contact Point Adjustment. The normal setting for the contact breaker gaps… | ||
| scan0345 | Recurring failure in distributor rotors made of bakerlite, suggesting a design modification. | ||
| View original record | To E. & Dy. c. to Hs/Wst. 86119 Cricklewood, July 2nd, 1936. We are sending you four distributor rotors which have failed due to the pin holes in the bakerlite at the top of the spindle. This trouble… | ||
| scan0346 | Recurring failures and breakdowns caused by distributor rotors. | ||
| View original record | WST See me r6119. Hd/SB9/HR. 2.7.36. re DISTRIBUTOR ROTORS. -------------------- We have previously drawn your attention to failures of the above due to breakdown of the insulation between the rotor… | ||
| scan0347 | Arranging the return of a Delco Remy distributor to the manufacturer for examination. | ||
| View original record | To D/BP. c. to G/Mt. A6119. Hs/Wst.4/JH. 6.7.36. Will you please arrange to return to the Delco Remy Co. - One Delco Remy distributor which we are sending into the Stores. This distributor is being… | ||
| scan0348 | Failures in distributor rotors and proposed remedies. | ||
| View original record | Hd/SB. C.E. c. Hd/Exp c. Hd/Wst. 86119 BY.1/G.6.7.36. RE: DISTRIBUTOR ROTORS. Referring to Hd/SB.9/HR.3.7.36. we notice that we have had two more failures due to a spark passing from the high tension… | ||
| scan0349 | Request from Dubilier Condenser Co. for details on the Phantom Model distributor to fit radio interference suppressors. | ||
| View original record | DUBILIER CONDENSER CO (1925) LTD DUCON WORKS, VICTORIA ROAD, NORTH ACTON, LONDON, W.3. TELEPHONES: ACORN 2241 (5 LINES) TELEGRAMS: HIVOLTCON, PHONE, LONDON. CABLES: HIVOLTCON, LONDON. MARCONI… | ||
| scan0350 | Letter to Dubilier Condenser Co. Ltd. regarding the distributor on a Ph.III chassis, attaching a relevant drawing. | ||
| View original record | r6119. Hs/Wst.6/JH. 29th July, 1936. The Dubilier Condenser Co.Ltd., Ducon Works, Victoria Road, North Acton, London. W.3. Dear Sirs, In reply to your letter of the 13th instant, we would say that the… | ||
| scan0351 | Return and alteration of two Delco Remy distributors. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. c. to G/Mt. c. to D/BP. 86119. Hs/Wst.S/JH.31.7.36. Delco Remy Distributors. We are sending into the Stores two distributors, Nos X.7 and XII. Will you please arrange to return these to the… | ||
| scan0352 | Notification regarding drawing LeC.5229, detailing modifications to the Phantom III Distributor's earthing springs and end play adjustment. | ||
| View original record | 86119. BY. c. Hs/Wst. RHC. E/JNR.1/HP.12.8.36. Phantom III Distributor - Ref. E.2/HP.25.6.36. We send you herewith:- LeC.5229 showing stiffer earthing springs for the distributor. These have been… | ||
| scan0353 | Bench endurance test for wear on the cam spindle of a Phantom III ignition governor. | ||
| View original record | E. From Hs/Wst. c. to By. 86119. Hs/Wst.11/MA.14.8.36. WEAR OF CAM SPINDLE ON PHANTOM III IGNITION GOVERNOR. We have just completed a bench endurance test, equivalent to 20,000 miles running on the… | ||
| scan0354 | Request to place an order for a motor for an 'Exe' Engine Distributor Test Rig. | ||
| View original record | Req from EJJ c to Millwrights c to Hs/Wst c to C/Rb/Mr.Birks. WST r6119. o/815 EJJ2/WB15 8.36 --------------------------------- "Exe" Engine Distributor Test Rig ---------------------------------… | ||
| scan0355 | The motor field current for the 'Exe' Engine Distributor Test Rig. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Wst. from EJJ V6119. EJJ3/WB18.8.36 "Exe" Engine Distributor Test Rig We give below an extract from a letter we have received from Messrs British Thomson Houston Co. Ltd., regarding the field… | ||
| scan0356 | Letter to The Mallory Electric Corporation requesting a quote for new ignition distributors and coils. | ||
| View original record | r6119. Hs/Wst.1/JH. 20TH August, 1936. The Mallory Electric Corporation, Detroit, Mechigan, U.S.A. Dear Sirs, Would you please quote us for one of your new type ignition distributors and coils,… | ||
| scan0357 | The dispatch of a blueprint for a Distributor Diagram. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. c. E. c. Hs/Wst. 86119. BY/RD.8/B.24.8.36. With reference to our memo BY/RD.4/B.22.8.36., we hand you herewith blue print of D.7588 - Distributor Diagram, for your information. BY/RD. | ||