Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | The testing of a starter motor with a self-lubricated bearing on chassis 22-EX. | ||
| View original record | X6079 RHC. from Hswst. c. Hs/Ltd. Hs/Wst.1/ADL.1.32. STARTER MOTOR WITH SELF LUBRICATED BEARING We have a standard 40/50 sequence starter motor fitted with self lubricated bearing in the driving end,… | ||
| scan0002 | Starter motor, dynamo safety circuits, and interchangeability with Bosch parts for specific models. | ||
| View original record | E. } FROM R. BY. } (At Le Canadel.) HS. } X6134 R1/M4.1.32. Sent From WW. 7.1.32. Copy to - SG. WOR. STARTER MOTOR. J.3., PEREGRINE, & B.2. SPORTS. X6091 Try to arrange that the Bosch can be used if… | ||
| scan0003 | Modification to the sequence starter motor for P.II, J.3, and Peregrine engines. | ||
| View original record | X6091 To E. from Hs/Wst. c. Wor. Sg. C. HV. Hs/Wst.3/ADS.1.32. X6134 SEQUENCE STARTER MOTOR FOR P.II, J.3. and PEREGRINE In our Instruction Book we specially ask customers not to repress the starter… | ||
| scan0004 | To the Cost Office requesting the cost difference for fitting an automatic starter motor switch versus a foot-operated one on a 25 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | X5620 To Cost Office. from Hs/GWH. Hs/GWH.5/KT.8.1.32. STARTER MOTOR 25 H.P. CHASSIS. We should be pleased to have the difference in costs for fitting an automatic switching arrangement for the… | ||
| scan0005 | Technical memorandum comparing a Bosch starter motor design with existing and proposed systems, including analysis of a unit from an Alfa Romeo. | ||
| View original record | To R. from HS/Wst. c.c. Ev. E. c.c. Sg. Wcr. X6079 HS/Wst.7/ADS.1.32. STARTER MOTOR With reference to your Rl/W4.1.32, Bosch certainly has a similar teazer circuit to ours and they also now… | ||
| scan0006 | Experiments to create self-lubricating bearings using powdered graphite mixed with Bakelite resin for starter motors. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs/Wst. C. Sg. Wor. C. E. Da. By. X6079 Hs/Wst.6/ADL5.1.32. BAKELITE SELF LUBRICATING BEARINGS. We have been experimenting for some time on the sequence starter motor with some kind of self… | ||
| scan0007 | Use of oil-less bearings for starter motors. | ||
| View original record | x6079. HS. E.) FROM R. BY. ) (At Le Canadel.) R1/M24.1.32. Sent from WW. 23.1.32. C. to SG. WOR. C. to RG. Da. HL. re. STARTER MOTORS. X.6079. OIL-LESS BEARINGS. I thank HS/WST. for his memo. I am not… | ||
| scan0008 | Inquiry to The Brush Electrical Engineering Co. Ltd. about self-lubricating bushes for potential use in chassis parts. | ||
| View original record | X6079 c. Roy. Hs/Wst.3/AD. January 29th, 1932. X6011 X6079 The Brush Electrical Engineering Co.Ltd. Loughborough. Dear Sirs, We have heard that the bushes for the trolley poles on electric trams and… | ||
| scan0009 | Development of an oilless Bakelite bush for the sequence starter motor. | ||
| View original record | X6079 R. From Hs/Wst. C. to H. HY. C. to Ss. Wor. C. to Da. Hs/Wst.11/MA. 29. 1. 32. BAKELITE OILLESS BUSHES. X6011 Referring to R.1/M24. 1. 32. we are only anxious to develop an oilless bush for the… | ||
| scan0010 | Letter from Brush Electrical Engineering Co Ltd suggesting a different supplier for Trolley Collector Gear. | ||
| View original record | X6079 30th January, 1932. Our Ref. R.S.1. Your Ref. Hs/Wst.3/AD. X6011 Messrs Rolls-Royce, Ltd., DERBY. Dear Sirs, We beg to acknowledge receipt of your letter of the 29th inst., on the subject of… | ||
| scan0011 | Inquiry to Messrs. Brecknell, Willis & Co. regarding self-lubricating bearings for trolley collector gear. | ||
| View original record | X6079 HS/Wst.5/AD. February 1st, 1932. X6011 X6079 Messrs. Brecknell, Willis & Co. Jacob St. Bristol. Dear Sirs, We understand that you are manufacturers of the trolley collector gear used on electric… | ||
| scan0012 | Extract from a letter detailing service troubles with starting motors at the Springfield facility. | ||
| View original record | X6079 EXTRACT FROM LETTER FROM RM. IN AMERICA. February 1st, 1932. RE : SERVICE TROUBLES AT SPRINGFIELD. Starting Motors. There appears to be a surprising amount of starter motor trouble here. Mr.… | ||
| scan0013 | Letter from Brecknell, Willis & Co. regarding the supply and composition of self-lubricating bushes. | ||
| View original record | X6029 BRECKNELL, WILLIS & COMPANY LTD. ENGINEERS. Our Ref. AMW/DHW. Your Ref. Hs/Wst.5/AD. 59 Victoria Street Bristol. February 2nd, 1932. X6011 Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. DERBY. Dear Sirs, We are in… | ||
| scan0014 | Letter of thanks for a response to an enquiry regarding self-lubricating bushes. | ||
| View original record | X6079 Hs/Wst.2/AD. February 3rd, 1932. X6011 X6079 Messrs. Brecknell, Willis & Co.,Ltd. 59, Victoria St. Bristol. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your kind response to our enquiry re self lubricating… | ||
| scan0015 | Requesting further details on nine starter motor complaints dealt with at Cricklewood. | ||
| View original record | X6079 Br. from Hs/Wst. c. Hd. Hs/Wst.4/AD3.2.32. P.2. STARTER MOTORS We notice on the quarterly complaint sheet for last quarter that 15 sequence starter motors were dealt with at Cricklewood and… | ||
| scan0016 | Quarterly complaints and rectification works for Phantom II starter motors. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Wst. WST X6079 Hd/FHA3/MW6.2.32. Re Quarterly Complaints - Ph.II Starter Motors. ------------------------------------------- Reference your Memo. Hs/Wst4/AD3.2.32. Br. has replied asking us to pass… | ||
| scan0017 | Letter to Rolls-Royce of America discussing starter motor troubles on American chassis, specifically lubrication and switch issues. | ||
| View original record | X6079 Hs/Wst.4/AD. February 11th, 1932. Mr. Soutter, Rolls-Royce of America Inc. Springfield, Mass. Dear Sir, P.II. Starter Motor Troubles on American chassis Mr. Robotham has informed us that you are… | ||
| scan0018 | Continued letter discussing motor failure analysis and potential improvements. | ||
| View original record | HS/Wst.4/AML.2.32 contd. -2- With regard to the failure of one motor due to the armature windings bursting we can only conclude that either the button was pressed while the engine was rotating or that… | ||
| scan0019 | Oilless bushes, communication with the Morgan Crucible Company Ltd., and their use by Joseph Lucas Ltd. | ||
| View original record | BY. c. to Hs. WST X6079 ROY/MS7/P.16.2.32. RECEIVED 18 FEB 1932 OILLESS BUSHES. ---------------- We have been in communication with the Morgan Crucible Company Ltd., who are making Oilless Bushes, and… | ||
| scan0020 | Letter responding to an enquiry about drawings for bearings made of a porous graphite bronze mixture. | ||
| View original record | COPY OF LETTER. BATTERSEA WORKS, CHURCH ROAD, LONDON. S.W.11. Ref:- Z Dept. Za/HG. 27th January 1932. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., DERBY. Dear Sirs, Your Enquiry ROY/MS29/P. dated 20th inst. We have… | ||
| scan0021 | Letter from The Morgan Crucible Company Limited regarding the press fit of a bearing. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. 27th Jan.1932. necessary should the press fit of the bearing be insufficient to take care of possible axial movement to make other provision, such as the employment of a… | ||
| scan0022 | Copy of a letter from The Morgan Crucible Company Ltd. regarding sending sample bearings for testing. | ||
| View original record | COPY OF LETTER. BATTERSEA WORKS, CHURCH ROAD, LONDON. S.W.11. 4th February 1932. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. DERBY. ------ Dear Sirs, Your Enquiry ROY/MS29/P - see ours 27-1-32. With reference to your… | ||
| scan0023 | Requesting the removal and upgrade of a faulty starter motor on car 19-GIV. | ||
| View original record | X6091 RHC. from Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.1/AD24.2.32. STARTER MOTOR ON 19-GIV This starter motor is not working satisfactorily and we understand the Bijur drive is old type. Will you please arrange to have this… | ||
| scan0024 | Starter motor troubles related to sluggish motion caused by over-lubrication and sliding friction. | ||
| View original record | X6079 To R. From Hs/Wst. c. Sg. Wor. c. E. Da. c. Ev. Hs/Wst.1/AD27.2.32. SEQUENCE STARTER MOTOR TROUBLES. X543 We have found that the chief difficulty experienced with these motors in service and on… | ||
| scan0025 | Technical memorandum discussing gear teeth friction and improvements to motor engagement and disengagement. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Wst.1/AD27.2.32 contd. -2- With regard to the other difficulty of gear teeth friction, this is a function of the armature torque on the teazer winding and we consider that if our pinion and… | ||
| scan0026 | Plans to test a Bosch starter motor from an Alfa Romeo for comparison with a proposed Peregrine motor. | ||
| View original record | Xoas 86027 By/RD. from Hs/Wst. c. E. Hs/Wst.4/AD2.3.32. BOSCH STARTER MOTOR OFF ALPHA ROMEO. We attach herewith dimension particulars of the small motor off the Alpha Romeo. As soon as our rig is in… | ||
| scan0027 | Specifications for an Alfa-Romeo Bosch starter motor, model L3. | ||
| View original record | PARTICULARS OF ALPHA-ROMEO BOSCH STARTER MOTOR L3. Carcase dia. 3.9" " length 3.35" " thickness .25" Armature, active length 1.45" " diameter 2.35" " No. of slots 15 " coils per slot 3 Air gap .025"… | ||
| scan0028 | Laboratory report on the metallurgical analysis and properties of a Bosch Starter Motor Pinion. | ||
| View original record | WST x043 6027 To Hs. HL.2/E4. 3. 32. Laboratory. Report No. L.2350. Re - Bosch Starter Motor Pinion. Analysis:- Copper - 76.8% Manganese - 1.62% Zinc - Nil. Iron - 6.12% Aluminium - 9.29% Nickel -… | ||
| scan0029 | Testing starter motor pinions and a request to create two new ones for experimental tests. | ||
| View original record | X6029 By. from Hs/Wst. C. E. C. RHC. Hs/Wst.7/AD7.3.32. P.2. STARTER MOTOR PINIONS. We have been testing starter motor pinions made in aluminium bronze with very little success owing to the softness… | ||
| scan0030 | Laboratory report detailing the material analysis and properties of a Bosch Starter Motor Pinion. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. Copy. HL2/E4.3.32. Laboratory Report No.L2350 Re - Bosch Starter Motor Pinion. Analysis :- Copper - -76.8% Manganese -1.62% Zinc -Nil. Iron -6.12% Aluminium -9.29% Nickel -6.12 Brinell Hardness… | ||
| scan0031 | Test results and proposed modifications for the Japan III starter motor. | ||
| View original record | SECRET X6091 E. From Hs/Wst. c. to By. c. to By/Rd. c. to Wor. Hs/Wst.3/MA.1. 4. 32. JAPAN III STARTER MOTOR. We have now tested this motor and with the heaviest gauge main field winding the motor is… | ||
| scan0032 | Suitability of the Peregrine starter motor for general use following a 10,000-mile test. | ||
| View original record | X6134 E. From Hs/Wst. c. By. Hs/Wst.8/MA.18.11.32. PEREGRINE STARTER MOTOR. In reply to your E.4/HP.29.10.32., and confirming our conversation. There is no intention on our part to seriously consider… | ||
| scan0033 | Analysis of the J.3 motor, detailing observed issues and suggesting improvements. | ||
| View original record | -2- HS/Wst.3/M.A.1. 4. 32. cont'd. With regard to the existing J. 3. motor, in order to get this in running order for the first chassis, we require the teazer field winding modified as suggested and… | ||
| scan0034 | Special alloy composition (EXB3) for starter motor pinions. | ||
| View original record | X6079 WST c.Hs/Wst. BY/EM13/J.5.4.32. P.11. Starter Motor Pinions. With reference to Hs/Wst7/AD.7.3.32, with regard to starter motor pinions in aluminium bronze will you kindly instruct for one or two… | ||
| scan0035 | Request for recommendations on the field and armature windings for the 'Peregrine' Starter Motor. | ||
| View original record | WST X6134. Hs/Wst. BY/RD.4/W.13-4-32. Re :- "Peregrine" Starter Motor. Will you please let us have your recommendations for the field and armature windings for the motor,as quickly as possible so that… | ||
| scan0036 | Armature design calculations for the Peregrine starter motor. | ||
| View original record | X6134. BY/Rd. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.12/MA. 20.4.32. PEREGRINE STARTER MOTOR. Confirming our conversation, our preliminary calculations on the above indicate that an armature having about 136 active… | ||
| scan0037 | Request for complete specifications for the 'Peregrine II' starter motor due to missing armature diameter information. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Wst. X6124 BY/RD3/W.23-4-32. N/R 25/4/32 Re :- "Peregrine II". Starter Motor. With reference to Hs/Wst.12/MA.20-4-32, we are afraid we cannot give any advice on the armature winding from the… | ||
| scan0038 | Calculations for a Peregrine starter motor. | ||
| View original record | X6134 SECRET. E. from Hs/Wst. By C. RV/RD. Hs/Wst.1/AD2.5.32. PEREGRINE STARTER MOTOR. We find upon calculation that it should be possible to make a sequence starter motor sufficiently powerful for… | ||
| scan0039 | Revised calculations for the Peregrine starter motor based on a higher starting torque. | ||
| View original record | X6134. E. From Hs/Wst. c. to Ey/Rd. Hs/Wst.1/MA.25. .5. 32. PEREGRINE STARTER MOTOR. On the assumption that the starting torque (cold) of the above engine will be higher than our estimation of 300 lb… | ||
| scan0040 | Technical specifications and calculations for the Peregrine starter motor. | ||
| View original record | PEREGRINE STARTER MOTOR. Engine speed 60 R.P.M. at 0°C. " torque 375 lbs ins at 0°C. Gear Ratio 11 : 1 Motor conductor torque = 44.6 lb ins. " Power = 348 watts. Assume electrical efficiency .40… | ||
| scan0041 | Instruction to test and produce a new Starter Motor Armature for the 40-50 HP Chassis due to manufacturing difficulties. | ||
| View original record | X6079. Hs/Wst. BY/RD3/W.28-5-32. Re :- 40-50 H.P. Chassis. Starter Motor Armature. "D" Scheme 544. We have instructed to RHC. a new Starter Motor Armature having mechanical changes internally in the… | ||
| scan0042 | Request to expedite testing and production of a starter motor armature to avoid ordering new broaches. | ||
| View original record | X6079 RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.5/MA.6. 6. 6. 32. STARTER MOTOR ARMATURE D. Sch. 544. Production are pressing for us to test this armature as quickly as possible in order to avoid having to put a… | ||
| scan0043 | The procurement of Aluminium Bronze Bar for starter pinions. | ||
| View original record | RHC. e.G/Mt. c.Hs/Wst. X6079 BY/EM15/J.23.6.32. [Stamp: RECEIVED 23 JUN 1932] Aluminium Bronze Bar for Starter Pinions. ---------------------------------------- We have obtained from Messrs. Max… | ||
| scan0044 | Request to produce starter motor pinions made from special aluminium bronze for testing on specific chassis. | ||
| View original record | X6079 To RHC. from Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.1/KT. 24.6.32. STARTER MOTOR PINION IN SPECIAL ALUMINIUM BRONZE. With reference to BY/EM15/J23.6.32., will you please have 2 40/50 starter pinions D. 72437 made up in… | ||
| scan0045 | Request to fit a starter motor armature to a motor from vehicle 20-EX for bench testing. | ||
| View original record | X6079 RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.12/MA. 8.7.32. SEQUENCE STARTER MOTOR ARMATURE TO D. Sch. 544. With regard to the above armature instructed by By. we should like this fitting to the starter motor… | ||
| scan0046 | Instructions for modifications to the Peregrine starter motor windings. | ||
| View original record | X6134 By/Rd. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst. 5/MA. 8. 7. 32. PEREGRINE STARTER MOTOR. We confirm our conversation with you this morning, when it was agreed that you would instruct the following modifications to… | ||
| scan0047 | Request for a new Peregrine starter motor for experiments to increase its low starting torque. | ||
| View original record | X6134 RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.13/MA. 8.7.32. PEREGRINE STARTER MOTOR. Will you please have another of these motors produced for us as soon as possible. We wish to carry out experiments to increase… | ||
| scan0048 | Improving the Peregrine starter motor by producing a second version and considering a larger model. | ||
| View original record | X6134 By. From Hs/Wst. c. E. c. By/Rd. Hs/Wst.7/MA.11.7.32. PEREGRINE STARTER MOTOR. We are producing a second starter motor with a lower resistance main field winding and armature winding in order to… | ||
| scan0049 | New self-lubrication scheme for the Phantom II Bendix Starter Motor. | ||
| View original record | X6029 To R. from Hs/Mgt. c. Sg. Wor. c. E. Ey. c. Lm. Edv. (M.H.) Hs/Wst.2/AML.3.7.32. PHANTOM II BENDIX STARTER MOTOR We have perfected a scheme of self lubrication on the above starter motor which… | ||
| scan0050 | Using self-lubricating bearings for starter motors to prevent failures from freezing oil. | ||
| View original record | Wor. from Hs. c. Sft/Mr.Brock. aD. X6079 Hs.6/AD23.2.32. In spite of R's criticism of self-lubricating bearings, there are some positions on the car where they may become "life saving". Rm. has… | ||
| scan0051 | Cause of rusting on starter motor spindles and other parts, concluding it is due to humidity and proposing a fix. | ||
| View original record | X6079 BY.7/G.11.7.32. R. Sg. Wor. Hs. E. c. BY/RD. c. BY/CS. 16-G-4. RE RUSTING OF SPINDLES ON STARTER MOTOR. Referring to R.2/M.5.7.32. there is a drain hole provided in the pocket containing the… | ||
| scan0052 | Decreasing ground clearance of starter motors on successive chassis designs and potential solutions. | ||
| View original record | AD X543 X6027 To R. from E. c. Sg. Wor. Hs. By. FNS re Starter Motors. The following table shows that our starter motors are getting nearer to the ground on each successive chassis we design and the… | ||
| scan0053 | Performance and potential improvements for the Peregrine starter motor. | ||
| View original record | X6134 To R. from Hs/Wst. c.c. E. Sg. c. Wor. Ev. Da. Hs/Wst.2/AM15.8.32. 'PEREGRINE STARTER MOTOR' We thank you for your R2/M10.8.32. We have already put in hand a second motor with lower resistance… | ||
| scan0054 | Confirming instructions for a modified starter motor gear assembly for the Peregrine engine. | ||
| View original record | X6134 To E/JNR. from Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.3/KT.15.8.32. PEREGRINE STARTER MOTOR* We wish to confirm that you will arrange to have instructed for us as soon as possible, a modified flywheel gear ring and… | ||
| scan0055 | The gear dimensions and ratio for the Peregrine Starter Motor and requesting a set for testing. | ||
| View original record | X6134 To BY. c. to Hs/Wst. E/JNR.2/HP.16.8.32. Peregrine Starter Motor We have looked into the dimensions of the starter gears and find we can have:- Flywheel Ring - 145 Teeth Starter Motor Pinion. -… | ||
| scan0056 | Technical memorandum discussing potential improvements to the Peregrine starter motor's efficiency and torque characteristics. | ||
| View original record | X6134 To E. from Hs/Wst. c. Hy c. Hy/RD. Hs/Wst.12/AM16.8.32. PEREGRINE STARTER MOTOR Having reduced the resistance of the windings of this motor we think we can go a step further in improving the… | ||
| scan0057 | Proposing a redesign of the 40/50 starter motor to improve its speed torque characteristic. | ||
| View original record | X6079 To By. from Hs/Wst. c. By/RD. E. c. Wor. Hs/Wst.8/KT.18.8.32. 40/50 STARTER MOTOR. Owing to the increased compression ratio of the 40/50 engine it is important that we improve the speed torque… | ||
| scan0058 | Requesting a 40/50 starter motor be fitted to car 22-EX for testing. | ||
| View original record | X6079 RHC. from Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.1/ADL9.8.32. 40/50 STARTER MOTOR TO D.SCH. 544 Will you please arrange for this motor to be fitted to 22-EX for test. Hs/Wst. | ||
| scan0059 | Letter from Joseph Lucas Limited enclosing performance curves for a Bosch B.G.C. Starter. | ||
| View original record | X6134. REGISTERED OFFICES & GENERAL DEPT'S GREAT KING STREET, BIRMINGHAM LONDON OFFICE & SHOWROOMS 319, REGENT STREET, W.1 LUCAS "KING OF THE ROAD" LAMPS LUCAS STARTING & LIGHTING EQUIPMENT FOR CARS,… | ||
| scan0060 | Blueprint for a Flywheel Gear Ring and part replacement for the Peregrine IIs model. | ||
| View original record | X6134. For Mr. ... c.c. WS/MB: c.c. Mr. West: BY/TWD1/E:26:8:32: PEREGRINE IIs FLYWHEEL & CLUTCH: SECTION 6000: Please receive herewith one blue print of the following :- G:100790: Flywheel Gear Ring:… | ||
| scan0061 | Issues with the Peregrine starter motor stalling and proposing alterations to improve torque. | ||
| View original record | E. HS. } FROM R. 86134 R2/M10.8.32. C. to SG. WOR. BY. DA. PEREGRINE STARTER MOTOR. This (I understand) is a smaller specimen of our seque ce type simplified from P.2., and like J. 3., but at present… | ||
| scan0062 | Modifications to the Peregrine & Bensport starter motor. | ||
| View original record | HS/WST. } FROM R. BY. E. } 86134. R4/M20.8.32. C. to SG. WOR. PEREGRINE & BENSPORT STARTER MOTOR. This vigorous little engine is proving rather difficult to turn over the compressions for obvious… | ||
| scan0063 | Responding to a request for a 'Japan III' starter motor, clarifying winding specifications. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Wst. C.E. WST X6091 BY/RD6/W.16-9-32 Re :- "Japan III". Starter Motor. With reference to your request for an additional Starter Motor having a field winding, the teazer of which is to be 20 S.W.G.,… | ||
| scan0064 | Table detailing the winding specifications for three different motors. | ||
| View original record | Part. | First Motor. | Second Motor. | Third Motor. Main Field Winding. | .125 x .062 .0074 sq.in. | .210 x .090 .01855 sq.in. | .180 x .090 .0158 sq.in. Number of Turns. | 4½ | 4½ | 4½ Teazer… | ||
| scan0065 | Modifications to an experimental J.III Sequence Starter Motor to improve its power and efficiency. | ||
| View original record | BY/RD. from Hs/Wst. c. to E. Hs/Wst.12/KT.9.9.32. J.III. SEQUENCE STARTER MOTOR. We wish to improve the power and efficiency of this motor and we should be glad if you would instruct, as soon as… | ||
| scan0066 | Request to obtain a Bosch type L.3 starter motor for testing purposes on the Peregrine starter motor. | ||
| View original record | X 6134 ROY. from Hs/Wst. c. to Wor. Hs/Wst.11/KT.13.10.32. BOSCH STARTER MOTOR. In connection with tests we are carrying out on the Peregrine starter motor, we require a small Bosch type L.3. starter… | ||
| scan0067 | Request for the production of a large brake gear wheel for a Peregrine starter motor test rig. | ||
| View original record | X6134. EJJ. from Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.10/KT.14.10.32. PEREGRINE STARTER MOTOR. Will you please have produced for our starter rig a large brake gear wheel suitable for the Peregrine starter motor test. For… | ||
| scan0068 | Modifications to the Peregrine II starter motor armature and commutator. | ||
| View original record | RHC. X6134 BY/RD2/W.20-10-32. Re :- "Peregrine II". - Starter Motor - Will you please arrange for one of the Starter Motor Armatures which are now being built to L.O.P. D.100330, to have the slots… | ||
| scan0069 | Development and performance improvements of the New Peregrine Starter Motor. | ||
| View original record | X6134. R. from Hs/Wst. c. Ss. Wor. c. E. De. c. By. Hdy. Hs/Wst.5/KT. 22.10.32. NEW PEREGRINE STARTER MOTOR. It will be remembered that the original motor with a carcase diameter of 3.750" gave a very… | ||
| scan0070 | Engine starting performance and plans for experiments on various motors. | ||
| View original record | -2- to turn the engine relatively fast when starting cold, in order to get a satisfactory start. The results we have obtained with this motor also indicate a very useful field for investigation on our… | ||
| scan0071 | Confirming specifications for an experimental Peregrine starter motor armature for a production job. | ||
| View original record | BY/RD. from Hs/Wst. c. BY. c. E. X6134 Hs/Wst.11/KT. 25.10.32. PEREGRINE STARTER MOTOR. We confirm our conversation with you when we asked for another experimental armature to be instructed. We should… | ||
| scan0072 | Experimental work proposals to improve the torque and efficiency of the Peregrine starter motor. | ||
| View original record | X6134 To Ry. from Hs/Wst. c. Ry/RD. c. E. Hs/Wst.1/AD28.10.32. PEREGRINE STARTER MOTOR In connection with experimental work we are carrying out in order to improve the torque and efficiency of the… | ||
| scan0073 | Modification of stalling test procedures for the new Peregrine starter motor. | ||
| View original record | X6134 Hs/Wst. from E. E.4/HP.29.10.32. c. Hs. By. By/RD. New Peregrine Starter Motor. In connection with modified armature working at much higher current density in the armature conductors, we… | ||
| scan0074 | New design for the 'Peregrine II' Starter Motor terminals to prevent rotation. | ||
| View original record | WST RHC. Hs/Wst. X6134 BY/RD4/W.31-10-32. "Peregrine II" Starter Motor. In accordance with the Experimental Department's observation that the terminals on the above starter motor are not positively… | ||
| scan0075 | Use of laminated versus solid pole pieces for the Peregrine starter motor. | ||
| View original record | WST X6134. Hs/Wst. C. E. [Struck through] BY.5/G.31.10.32. PEREGRINE STARTER MOTOR. -------------------- Referring to Hs/Wst.1/AD.28.10.32. the proposal to go back to laminated Stalloy pole pieces… | ||
| scan0076 | Request for one extra complete Peregrine starter motor for experimental tests. | ||
| View original record | X6134 RHC. from Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.10/KT.13.10.32. PEREGRINE STARTER MOTOR. In order to enable us to carry out a number of expl. tests on the Peregrine starter motor, we should be glad if you would have… | ||
| scan0077 | Requesting modification of the Peregrine starter motor due to it being useless for cold starts. | ||
| View original record | MHC. from Hs/Wst. x6134 Hs/Wst.4/KT.1.11.32. PEREGRINE STARTER MOTOR. Will you please arrange to modify the starter motor on the first Peregrine chassis 1.Per.II by fitting the latest type 4.00"… | ||
| scan0078 | Query about whether an increase in a starter motor's torque has resulted in increased current draw. | ||
| View original record | XG134 S/W. Hs/Wst...from PN. Copy to R. Sg. Wor. E. Da. By. Hdy. PN.6/WT1.11.32. New Peregrine Starter Motor. Reverting to your Hs/Wst.5/KT.22.10.32 it is very interesting to note that you have been… | ||
| scan0079 | Material selection and design considerations for the Peregrine starter motor. | ||
| View original record | X6134 To By. from Hs/Wst. c. to E. Hs/Wst.6/KT.1.11.32. PEREGRINE STARTER MOTOR. With reference to your BY.5/G.31.10.32. our reason for wishing to try Stalloy laminated pole pieces experimentally was… | ||
| scan0080 | Comparing the performance of the original and modified Peregrine starter motors. | ||
| View original record | X6134 To PN. from Hs/Wst. c. R. Sg. c. Mor. E. c. Da. Sy. c. Hdy. Hs/Wst.6/RT.3.11.32. NEW PEREGRINE STARTER MOTOR. Answering your PN.6/WTL.11.32., the differences between the original Peregrine motor… | ||
| scan0081 | Design improvements for starter motors, specifically their magnetic circuits and current considerations. | ||
| View original record | HS/WST. FROM R. x6134. R2/M7.11.32. C. to SGt WOR. BY. E. STARTER MOTORS. You give us some particulars of improvements made, and it would seem in reading the report that a cut and try, rule of thumb… | ||
| scan0082 | Request to Joseph Sankey & Sons Ltd. for induction curves for mild steel and special sheet irons. | ||
| View original record | X6134 Hs/Wst.1/AD. November 11th, 1932. Messrs. Joseph Sankey & Sons.Ltd. Albert Street Works, Bilston, Staffs. Dear Sirs, We should be glad if you could kindly send us normal induction curves of mild… | ||
| scan0083 | Order to manufacture a Peregrine II Starter Motor Armature and Commutator. | ||
| View original record | WST RHC. Hs/WSK. Y6134 BY/RD4/W.12-11-32. *Peregrine II*. Starter Motor Armature and Comm. (Hs/Wstll/AD.25-10-32.) . Will you please put in hand one Starter Motor Armature and Commutator, using two… | ||
| scan0084 | Letter from Joseph Sankey & Sons, Ltd. declining a request for induction curves for mild steel and offering particulars on specialised steels. | ||
| View original record | X6134. Telegrams - "SANKEY, BILSTON." Telephone No 264 BILSTON. Joseph Sankey & Sons, Ltd., TRADE MARK S BRANDS: LOHYS SPECIAL LOHYS MEDIUM RESISTANCE STALLOY INSULINE REFERENCE B.DEPT. 179 Yours… | ||
| scan0085 | Calculation sheet for the Peregrine starter motor with a 4' carcase. | ||
| View original record | XG134 12.11.32. PEREGRINE STARTER MOTOR 4" Carcase. Engine Speed 60 R.P.M. at 0°C. Engine torque 375 lbs.ins. at 0°C. Gear ratio 13 : 1 Motor Speed 780. Overall mechanical efficiency, - assumed to be… | ||
| scan0086 | Calculations for motor resistance, armature, and main field circuit. | ||
| View original record | -2- Terminal volts = 8.10 Ohmic volts = 6.32 Motor resistance R = 6.32 / 195 = .0324 ohms. Assuming a main field resistance of .0060 ohms the armature resistance will be .0263 ohms, allowing .0061… | ||
| scan0087 | Specification sheet detailing the magnetic flux densities for various components. | ||
| View original record | -3- Flux Densities. Yoke 15,700 lines per sq. cm. Pole core 18,300 " " " Air gap 6,980 " " " Armature core 13,400 " " " Armature teeth 15,400 " " " Hs/Wst. | ||
| scan0088 | Letter to Joseph Sankey & Sons Ltd. requesting particulars and curves for pole piece steel. | ||
| View original record | X6134 Hs/Wst.12/MA. November 14th, 1932. Messrs. Joseph Sankey & Sons, Ltd., Bilston, STAFFS. Dear Sirs, With further reference to ours of the 11th.inst., ref.Hs/Wst.1/AD., and your reply of the… | ||
| scan0089 | Letter from Joseph Sankey & Sons, Ltd. sending particulars of B.H. figures for Pole piece quality steel. | ||
| View original record | X6134 41161 Telegrams - "SANKEY, BILSTON" Telephone No 264 BILSTON. Joseph Sankey & Sons, Ltd., Bilston, STAFFS. TRADE MARK: S BRANDS: LOHYS SPECIAL LOHYS MEDIUM RESISTANCE STALLOY INSULINE REFERENCE… | ||
| scan0090 | Data table showing the permeability of pole quality steel. | ||
| View original record | COPY Pole Quality Steel - Permeability. Magnetising force. Induction (lines per sq cm) H. B. 3.4 8000 5.3 10300 7.2 11100 10. 11900 15 12900 22 13700 28 14200 50 15359 85 16100 120 17000 | ||
| scan0091 | Proposed modifications to the Phantom II starter motor for improved power and speed. | ||
| View original record | X6079 To By. from Hs/Wst. c. E. c. Wor. c. BY/RD. Hs/Wst. 3/AM 6.11.32. PHANTOM II STARTER MOTOR With reference to our Hs/Wst.8/KT18.8.32 in which we referred to the necessity for an improvement in… | ||
| scan0092 | Request to manufacture a second J.3 starter motor for testing purposes. | ||
| View original record | x6091 RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.7/MA.17.11.32. J.3 STARTER MOTOR. D.Sch.514. Only one of these has been made, this having been immediately fitted to the J.3 car. Will you please arrange for another… | ||
| scan0093 | Blueprint graph of performance test curves for a Peregrine starter motor. | ||
| View original record | STARTER MOTOR TEST CURVES MOTOR - PEREGRINE. Nº:- P4 CURVE LABELS: AMPERES VOLTS EFFICIENCY SPEED B.H.P. AXIS LABELS: EFFICIENCY VOLTAGE AMPERES B.H.P. R.P.M TORQUE (POUND INCHES) AXIS VALUES:… | ||
| scan0094 | The production of a new 29-slot armature for a 40-50 HP chassis starter motor. | ||
| View original record | RHC. Hs/Wst: BY/RD1/W.25-11-32. x403 602 40-50 H.P.Chassis. -Starter Motor- As requested by Hs/Wst., we have produced a new armature having 29 slots ; will you please put one in hand in accordance… | ||
| scan0095 | Confirming an agreement on the development of a 29-slot armature for the Phantom II starter motor. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Wst. c - E. c - Wor. X6079 BY/RD2/W.25-11-32. "Phantom II" Starter Motor. With reference to Hs/Wst8/KT.18-8-32, we have now issued a 29-slot armature for this motor, and we confirm that we agreed… | ||
| scan0096 | Performance and potential improvements for J.2 and Bensport starter motors. | ||
| View original record | X6091 To E. from Hs/Wst. c. Wor. Sg. c. Ry. Hs/Wst.7/AD28.11.32. J.2 AND BENSPORT STARTER MOTORS X6134 We confirm our conversation this morning regarding the performance of the above motors. When the… | ||
| scan0097 | Extract from a report detailing a cold-start test on a starter motor. | ||
| View original record | To WST / X6134 Extract from Mr Hancock's report - dated 3.12.32. --------------------------- RE STARTER MOTOR. We risked and left the car standing outside the garage all night to obtain starting… | ||
| scan0098 | Starter motor defect and bodywork issues on a Peregrine car. | ||
| View original record | WST X6134 To Hs. from Sg. re Peregrine and the report dated 1st inst. Sg10/E6.12.32 Copy to Wor. I see it says that the starter motor does not turn the engine over quickly enough dead cold and has to… | ||
| scan0099 | The prototype starter motor for the Peregrine car and the plan for improved units. | ||
| View original record | X6134 To Sg. from Hs. c. Wor. Hs7/MJ9.12.32. PEREGRINE STARTER MOTOR Replying to SglO/E6.12.32. The starter motor fitted to the car in France is not the type which it is proposed to produce, also the… | ||
| scan0100 | Calculations and specifications for a Japan Sequence Starter Motor. | ||
| View original record | X6091 9.12.32. JAPAN SEQUENCE STARTER MOTOR. Engine torque when turning cold (0°C.) estimated at 600 lb.inches. Engine speed at this torque estimated at 68 R.P.M. approx. Gear ratio 12.7 : 1.00 Motor… | ||
| scan0101 | Calculations and specifications for motor speed, resistance, and windings. | ||
| View original record | -2- Motor speed 880 R.P.M. Back E.M.F. when rolling engine = (Φ Z N P) / (60 x 10^8 x b) = (194 x 10^3 x 58 x 880 x 4) / (60 x 10^8 x 2) = 3.30 volts Therefore ohmic E.M.F. = 7.60 - 3.30 = 4.30 volts… | ||
| scan0102 | Design calculations for a Peregrine starter motor with a 29 slot armature. | ||
| View original record | X 6134 12.12.32. PEREGRINE STARTER MOTOR. 4" Carcase. 29 Slot Armature. Engine Speed 90 R.P.M. at 0°C. Engine Torque 400 lb.ins. at 0°C. Gear Ratio 13 : 1 Motor Speed 1040 Overall mechanical… | ||
| scan0103 | Page 2 of electrical calculations for motor resistance, armature, and main field circuit. | ||
| View original record | -2- Terminal volts = 8.00 Ohmic volts = 5.13 Motor resistance R = 5.13 = .0256 ohms. Assuming a main field resistance of .0060 ohms the armature resistance will be .0135 ohms, allowing .0061 ohms for… | ||
| scan0104 | Proposing experimental modifications to the J.2 and Bensport starter motor to increase B.HP and efficiency. | ||
| View original record | X6134 To E. from Hs/Wst. c. Ry. c. Wor. Hs/Wst.2/AM5.12.32. X6091 J.2 AND BENSPORT STARTER MOTOR Our bench tests on this motor show that it is capable of considerable improvement and we have… | ||
| scan0105 | Experimental tests of the Peregrine starter motor, comparing two different armatures. | ||
| View original record | X6134 - E. from Hs/Wst. c. to By. c. to Wor. c. to Sg. Hs/Wst.6/KT.12.1.33. PEREGRINE STARTER MOTOR. We have now completed experimental bench tests and chassis tests with a Peregrine starter motor, in… | ||
| scan0106 | Comparison of motor characteristics, focusing on noise and armature engagement issues between a Peregrine and a Bosch motor. | ||
| View original record | -2- (a) It is noisy. (b) The complete engagement is uncertain. (c) The armature does not disengage itself quickly enough when the engine fires. We consider (a) and (b) can be explained by the… | ||
| scan0107 | Worn starter gear ring on a J.3 chassis and the proposal for replacement pinions. | ||
| View original record | RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.4/MA.3.1.33. STARTER MOTOR PINIONS. The starter gear ring on the J.3 chassis has worn very badly, the engaging corners and the teeth being badly chipped. When the car comes… | ||
| scan0108 | Modifications to the 'Japan' and 'Bensport' starter motors, specifically regarding the armature and carcass size. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Wst. x6134 BY/RD4/W.3.1.33. "JAPAN" AND "BENSPORT" STARTER MOTOR. Re :- Your proposal for 33-slot armature, and further proposal to increase the diameter 4¾" or 5". Confirming our conversation with… | ||
| scan0109 | Instructions for the production of armatures for Peregrine starter motors. | ||
| View original record | X6134. RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.4/MA.12.1.33. PEREGRINE STARTER MOTORS. The armatures for the next two motors to be produced for 4 Per.II and 5 Per.II should be to D.100364. Will you kindly instruct… | ||
| scan0110 | Requesting an experiment on a Peregrine starter motor using a parallel armature. | ||
| View original record | X6134. Ry/RD. From Hs/Wst. c. to E. Hs/Wst.5/MA.12.1.33. PEREGRINE STARTER MOTOR. We wish to try the experiment of using a parallel armature with a small step cut in, similar to the Bosch, with a view… | ||
| scan0111 | Graph showing armature pull versus distance for a Bosch Type BGC 9-6/12 motor on its teazer and main windings. | ||
| View original record | ARMATURE - DISTANCE PULL. CURVES OF BOSCH TYPE BGC 9-6/12 MOTOR ON TEAZER & MAIN WINDING. ARMATURE PULL IN LBS. DISTANCE IN INCHES. 150 AMPERES MAIN 125 AMPERES TEAZER 125 AMPERES MAIN 100 AMPERES… | ||
| scan0112 | Graph of Armature-Distance Pull curves for starter motor P4 on its Teazer and Main windings. | ||
| View original record | ARMATURE - DISTANCE PULL CURVES OF STARTER MOTOR P4 ON TEAZER & MAIN WINDING. TEAZER MAIN ARMATURE PULL IN LBS. DISTANCE IN INCHES TOTAL TRAVEL 150 AMPERES 125 AMPERES 125 AMPERES 100 AMPERES 10… | ||
| scan0113 | Inquiring if the 'stepped armature' feature on a Bosch starter motor is patented. | ||
| View original record | X6134 RECEIVED 14 JAN 1933 To BY/NW. from E. c. Hs/Wst. By/RD. E.3/HP.13.1.33. 1933 Stepped Armature Starter Motor. We are thinking of trying a parallel armature with a small step cut in it similar to… | ||
| scan0114 | Instructions for modifications to a 'Peregrine' Starter Motor armature and return spring for a trial. | ||
| View original record | RHC. Hs/Wst. X6134. BY/RD2/W.14.1.33. "Peregrine" Starter Motor. To enable us to try an armature with varying air gap similar to the Bosch, will you please use one of the armatures which you already… | ||
| scan0115 | Request to produce three Peregrine starter motor pinions for testing. | ||
| View original record | x 6134 RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.2/MA.23.1.33. PEREGRINE STARTER MOTOR PINIONS. Will you please have produced for test 3 Peregrine starter motor pinions D.100235 in EXB3 aluminium bronze alloy. Hs/Wst. | ||
| scan0116 | Request to the Pattern Shop for a Pinion End Bearing Bracket for the 'Peregrine II' Starter Motor. | ||
| View original record | RHC. c - Sft/Mr.Walker,Patt.Shop. Hs/Wst. x6091 BY/RD1/W.24-1-33. "Peregrine II" Starter Motor. WST Will you please put in hand one Pinion End Bearing Bracket, in accordance with blue prints D.100475.… | ||
| scan0117 | Confirming that Bosch holds no patents on the Stepped Armature Starter Motor. | ||
| View original record | E. WST X6134 BY/NW2/MB3.2.33. c. Hs/Wst. BY/RD. STEPPED ARMATURE STARTER MOTOR. Referring to your E3/HP.13.1.33, we find that Bosch hold no patents on the above. BY/N.W. | ||
| scan0118 | Recommendations for improving the Bensport starter motor by increasing power. | ||
| View original record | X6134 To E. from Hs/Wst. c. By. Wor. c. Sg. Hs/Wst.6/KT. 7.2.33. BENSPORT STARTER MOTOR. If we fit the existing 20/25 starter motor to the Bensport it will be necessary for the power of this motor to… | ||
| scan0119 | Modifying the Bijur drive for a 20/25 HP motor and proposing a new starter for Bensport engines. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Wst.6/KT.7.2.33. (e) Wind on the field 3 1/4 turns per pole of strip .210" X .100". The other point about the 20/25 HP. motor is the Bijur drive. This drive will probably have to be fitted with… | ||
| scan0120 | Request for a resumé of complaints regarding starter motor failures on Phantom II motors. | ||
| View original record | x6079. HD/SB. Hs/Wst.17/KT.7.2.33. STARTER MOTOR FAILURES. We note on the last quarterly complaint list that a number of Phantom II motors were dealt with. Would you kindly let us have a resumé of… | ||
| scan0121 | Receipt and subsequent testing of an Aluminium Bronze Bar for Starter Pinions. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten routing list, top left] RHC [struck through] c.Hs/Wst. c.HL. [struck through] [Handwritten reference, top middle] X6134 [Typed reference and date, top right] BY/EM12/J.15.2.33. Aluminium… | ||
| scan0122 | Failures and repairs of starter motors at Cricklewood and Works locations. | ||
| View original record | Hd/FHALL/HR.17.2.33 FAILURE OF STARTER MOTORS AT CRICKLEWOOD. 10. --------------------------------------------- CH. No. Cust.Comps. Policy. Remarks. 174-GN. 1 - Test out battery and inspect… | ||
| scan0123 | The failure of starter motors in Paris, identified as being caused by excess oil. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Contd:- FAILURE OF STARTER MOTORS AT PARIS. 2. -------------------- Caused by excess of oil. Hd. | ||
| scan0124 | Investigation into the performance and improvement of the Peregrine starter motor, comparing winding and armature designs. | ||
| View original record | R. From Hs/Wat. c. to Sg. c. to Wor. c. to E. c. to Da. c. to Hdy. c. to Sy. x6134 Hs/Wat.1/MA.24.2.33. PEREGRINE STARTER MOTOR. We have been investigating the performance of the above motor with a… | ||
| scan0125 | Comparison of the Peregrine starter motor against the Bosch and Phantom starters, detailing performance and material experiments. | ||
| View original record | -2- He/Wst.1/WA.24.2.33. Cont'd. We attach curves showing the magnetic pull on the armature in lbs against armature movement in inches. This shows, for the same expenditure of electrical energy, that… | ||
| scan0126 | Design of starter motors, specifically concerning windings, torque, and a comparison with Bosch designs. | ||
| View original record | HS/WST. FROM R. HAKs. 86027. R6/M10.3.33. Sent off 14.3.33. C. to SG. WOR. BY. E. STARTER MOTORS. With reference to the starter motor we should expect to find the maximum stalling torque increase with… | ||
| scan0127 | Internal order request for copper strip for a Phantom II Starter Motor. | ||
| View original record | x6079. Roy/MS. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.8/MA.14.3.33. P.II STARTER MOTOR. Will you please order for us from the Aeston Chain & Hook Co., to order No.54102, 100 ft. (one hundred feet) of copper strip… | ||
| scan0128 | Test bed failure of an experimental Peregrine starter motor due to lubrication issues in the commutator end bearing. | ||
| View original record | x6134 E. from Hs/Wst. C. BY/RD. Hs/Wst.6/KT. 21.3.33. PEREGRINE STARTER MOTOR BEARINGS. We have had a failure to engage of one of our experimental Peregrine starter motors on the test bed due to the… | ||
| scan0129 | Implementation of a self-contained oiling system for starter motor bearings on the Phantom engine, referencing a similar failed scheme on the Peregrine. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Wst. C. E. WST x6079 BY/RD4/W.28.3.33. Starter Motor Bearings. With reference to your enquiry as to when we are bringing on the self-contained oiling system on the "Phantom" in lieu of the Bijur ;… | ||
| scan0130 | Implementation of self-lubricated bearings for the Phantom II starter motor. | ||
| View original record | x6079 BY/RD. from Hs/Wst. C. E. BY. Hs/Wst.15/KT.29.3.33. STARTER MOTOR BEARINGS. Answering your BY/RD4/W28.3.33. we are anxious that there should be no delay in bringing on production the Phantom II… | ||
| scan0131 | Standardisation of a starter motor with automatic lubricated bearings to replace one with bijur lubrication. | ||
| View original record | RR 785 (10H) (30405. 21-4-32) BM. 3/8382/4. x6079 COMPLETED 4.4.33. STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Date 12. 8. 32 Description of Parts. STARTER MOTOR WITH AUTOMATIC LUBRICATED BEARINGS. Origin. To… | ||
| scan0132 | Standardization form for a new part being fitted to a chassis. | ||
| View original record | STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS 23.9.32 The number of the first chassis on which the new part will be fitted................. O.2. series. Date when chassis will be handed to test.. 15th,Oct, 1932.… | ||
| scan0133 | Revised calculations and preliminary modifications for the Peregrine starter motor. | ||
| View original record | X6134 R. From Hs/Wst. c.c. to Sg. c.c. to Wor. c.c. to By. c.c. to E. Hs/Wst.4/MA.17.11.32. PEREGRINE STARTER MOTOR. With reference to R.2/M.7.11.32., our original calculations were wrong in that we… | ||
| scan0134 | Request for further data curves comparing Bosch and RR Peregrine starter motors. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Wst. from E. 86091 E.6/HP.4.4.33. c. Wer. Hs. By. re Peregrine Starter Motor. In your report Hs/Wst.6/KT.12.1.33 you give curves showing the relation between armature pull and current for both… | ||
| scan0135 | Specifications for a Peregrine starter motor following satisfactory tests on an improvised version. | ||
| View original record | By/RD. From Hs/Wst. c. to E. x6091 Hs/Wst.3/MA.9.5.33. PEREGRINE STARTER MOTOR. As our tests proved satisfactory with a Peregrine motor improvised with the main winding on two poles and the teazer on… | ||
| scan0136 | Requesting the urgent production of a brake gear wheel for testing a new Bensport starter motor. | ||
| View original record | 86134 RJJ. From Hs/Wst. c. to Sft. c. to Sft/Mr.Peskett. Hs/Wst.1/MA.12.5.33. BENSPORT STARTER MOTOR. Will you please have made for us as speedily as possible a brake gear wheel for testing the new… | ||
| scan0137 | The Bensport starter motor being underpowered in icy weather and a proposal for experimental alterations. | ||
| View original record | xlo134 E. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.1/MA.15.5.33. BENSPORT STARTER MOTOR. Rm. reports that the starter motor is not sufficiently powerful enough with a mechanical petrol pump for a satisfactory start in icy… | ||
| scan0138 | Modifications to the Bensport starter motor armature for higher efficiency. | ||
| View original record | x 6134 By/RD. From Hs/Wst. c. to E. Hs/Wst.1/MA.18.5.33. BENSPORT STARTER MOTOR. With reference to the modifications you are arranging to instruct for the Bensport starter motor and confirming our… | ||
| scan0139 | Calculations and specifications for a Bensport starter motor. | ||
| View original record | x6134 18.5.33. BENSPORT STARTER MOTOR. Engine torque when turning cold (0°C) estimated at 500 lbs. ins. Engine speed at this torque estimated to be 75 R.P.M. approx. Gear Ratio 9.60: 1.0 ∴ Motor Speed… | ||
| scan0140 | Page of calculations for motor speed, resistance, and armature specifications. | ||
| View original record | -2- = 65 x 2 x 10^8 ------------------------------------- 1.41 x 4 x 199 x 10^3 x 156 = 74 Suggests trying a 37 slot armature with 37 coils one turn per coil. Motor speed 720 R.P.M. Back E.M.F. = 199… | ||
| scan0141 | Testing a batch of 25 experimental starter motors with stamped armature plates from Messrs. Baldwins. | ||
| View original record | SC643. 6027. By/RD. From Hs/Wst. c. to By. Hs/Wst.9/MA.2.6.33. Re. STAMPED ARMATURE PLATES. We understand that a batch of 25 starter motors are experimentally being put through production with stamped… | ||
| scan0142 | Request to expedite production of a Bensport starter motor for bench testing. | ||
| View original record | 86134. RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.4/MA.13.6.33. BENSPORT STARTER MOTOR TO RR. SCH.399. We should be glad if you will especially urge the production of one of these motors for bench test in order to… | ||
| scan0143 | Need to incorporate self-lubricated bearings with an oil-soaked felt reservoir on the Phantom II starter motor. | ||
| View original record | 6079. By. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.5/MA.3.7.33. PHANTOM II STARTER MOTOR BEARINGS. We note that the bearings on the Phantom II starter motor are not self lubricated although a standardisation sheet was… | ||
| scan0144 | Replacing motors on the experimental Bensport chassis with a new, successfully tested Bensport starter motor. | ||
| View original record | 86134 RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.6/MA.4.7.33. NEW BENSPORT STARTER MOTOR TO R.R. Sch.399. The test results on this motor have proved so successful that we now wish to change over the motors on the… | ||
| scan0145 | Bench test results for a new Bensport starter motor compared to the existing 20/25 motor, with plans for cold weather testing. | ||
| View original record | E. From Hs/st. c. to Sg. c. to Wor. c. to By. c. to PM. c. to Da. <6134 Hs/Wat.8/MA.5.7.33 NEW BENSPORT STARTER MOTOR TO R.R. SCH.399. We have carried out a bench test on the first motor made up to… | ||
| scan0146 | Request to Joseph Lucas Ltd. to use their freezing chamber for cold-start testing a new Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten note: 602?] Hs/Wst.7/MA. July 5th., 1933. R.M. Smith Esq., Messrs. Joseph Lucas Ltd., Well Street, Birmingham, 19. Dear Mr.Smith, Some time ago on the occasion of a visit paid to your… | ||
| scan0147 | Incorporating self-lubricated bearings for the Phantom II starter motor. | ||
| View original record | Hs. x6079 BY/Cgh. 2/G.6.7.33. PHANTOM 11 - STARTER MOTOR. Hs/Wst.5/MA.3.7.33. We have already arranged for the self lubricated bearings to be incorporated in the new series (R.2.) Phantom 11. chassis,… | ||
| scan0148 | Letter from Joseph Lucas Research Laboratories regarding the temporary unavailability of their cold room. | ||
| View original record | o6027 THE JOSEPH LUCAS RESEARCH LABORATORIES WELL STREET BIRMINGHAM TELEGRAMS: "LUCAS, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: NORTHERN 2201 (PT.BCH.EX.) WHEN REPLYING PLEASE REFER TO EOT/VP. 8. 7. 33... Messrs.… | ||
| scan0149 | Modifications to the Bentley starter motor. | ||
| View original record | 86134 To Hs/Wst. from E. E.6/HP.10.7.33. c.c. Sg. Wor. By. Pn. By/RD. New Bentley Starter Motor to RR. Sch. 399. We are very pleased with the improved results obtained by the above modification to the… | ||
| scan0150 | Modifications and improvements to the Bentley starter motor. | ||
| View original record | 46134 To BY/HH.) Hs/Wst.) from E. E.1/HP.12.7.33. c. | ||
| scan0151 | Requesting the fitting of an improved Bensport starter motor to a chassis for cold starting tests. | ||
| View original record | 66134 RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.4/MA.19.7.33. BENSPORT STARTER MOTOR IMPROVED POWER R.R.Sch.399. Will you please arrange for the second motor, which we have now finished testing, to be fitted to… | ||
| scan0152 | Experimental production of a starter motor pinion from Firth's N.M.C. steel. | ||
| View original record | BY/RD. c.Hs/Wst. 86027 BY/EM4/J.24.7.33. Starter Motor Pinions. Will you kindly note that we have now taken up this matter with BY. and it is agreed that we should instruct one pinion to be produced… | ||
| scan0153 | Failures of the Phantom II starter gear due to incorrect terminal connection, suggesting a design change. | ||
| View original record | BY. Hs. E. 86050 EP16/MH.26.7.33 re PHANTOM II STARTER GEAR ------------------------- We have recently had one or two complaints of the starter gear failing, and we have found the flywheel teeth are… | ||
| scan0154 | Request to test a sample starter motor cable and compare its voltage drop to the standard cable. | ||
| View original record | 86027. Hs/Wst. C-E. BY/RD5/W.27.9.33. Starter Motor Cable. We hand you herewith a sample of starter motor cable which is 61/.036s., .062 sq.ins. Will you please arrange to test this to determine… | ||
| scan0155 | Agreeing to a suggestion for modifying starter motor terminals on the Phantom II to prevent damage. | ||
| View original record | 86079 EP. From Hs/Wst. c. to By. c. to E. Hs/Wst.3/MA.28.7.33. Re. PHANTOM II STARTER MOTOR CONNECTIONS. We thoroughly agree with your suggestions in EP.16/MH.26.7.33., regarding the fitting of odd… | ||
| scan0156 | Experiments and improvements for the Phantom II starter motor. | ||
| View original record | 86079 E. From Hs/Wst. c. to By/RD. Hs/Wst.1/MA.31.7.33. PHANTOM II STARTER MOTOR. As previously suggested in other memos an improvement in the performance of the above starter motor is long overdue.… | ||
| scan0157 | Test report on a 20/25 HP chassis starter motor with Baldwin's stamped slotted plates. | ||
| View original record | 86012 By. From Hs/Wst. c. to By/RD. c. to E. Hs/Wst.2/MA.29.8.33. 20/25 HP. CHASSIS STARTER MOTOR WITH BALDWIN'S STAMPED SLOTTED PLATES. We have now tested the first three of the 25 sets of the above… | ||
| scan0158 | Graph of test curves for a type 20-25 starter motor, comparing a standard machine with one featuring a stamped slotted armature. | ||
| View original record | STARTER MOTOR TEST CURVES TYPE-20-25 FULL LINES = STANDARD WITH STAMPED SLOTTED ARMATURE No- B.6.W DOTTED LINES = STANDARD MACHINE No- H.8.GX EFFICIENCY VOLTAGE AMPERES B.H.P. MOTOR ARMATURE SPEED… | ||
| scan0159 | Performance of a 20/25 HP starter motor using Baldwins Stamped Plates compared to Sankeys Lohys material. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Wst. E. WST x6012 BY/RD1/W.30-8-33. 20/25 H.P.Starter Motor, with Baldwins Stamped Plates. We note your remarks about the performance of the starter motors with the above plates but would point out… | ||
| scan0160 | Use of an increased diameter starter motor cable. | ||
| View original record | E. c - Hs/Wst. 6602 BY/RD6/W.29.9.33. WST Increased Diameter Starter Motor Cable. We have looked into the question of using 61/.036 cable similar to sample supplied, in anticipation of the voltage… | ||
| scan0161 | Proposing a visit to Cricklewood to investigate starter motor and dynamo failures. | ||
| View original record | ~~s. 6027.~~ W/N. Br. From Hs/Wst. c. to Wor. Hs/Wst.6/MA.29.9.33. Re. STARTER MOTOR FAILURES. I am proposing to come down to Cricklewood on Monday next (2nd.October) to personally investigate the… | ||
| scan0162 | Arranging a visit to investigate complaints about crashing Phantom II starter motors. | ||
| View original record | Hs. .c to Wor. 86079 Hd6/MW30.9.33. Re: CRASHING OF PHANTOM II STARTER MOTORS. ----------------------------------------- Attached copy of memo. from Br. re above, arrangements have been made for a… | ||
| scan0163 | The frequent and alarming issue of crashing late model Phantom II starter motors. | ||
| View original record | COPY N-W Hd. Br2/W29.9.33. Re: Technical - Crashing of Late Model Ph.II Starter Motors. ---------------------------------------------------------- Confirming my conversation with Hd/WT. the above… | ||
| scan0164 | The fitting of an improved starter motor and modified clutch casing for a Bensport model. | ||
| View original record | 86134 RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.4/MA.2.10.33. IMPROVED STARTER MOTOR FOR BENSPORT. Will you please arrange to fit to B8 unit which is to be fitted to 3BIV the modified clutch casing designed to take… | ||
| scan0165 | Confirming a visit to investigate the crashing of Phantom II starter motors. | ||
| View original record | 6079. Hd. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.8/MA.4.10.33. CRASHING OF P.II STARTER MOTORS. Confirming our visit with Hd/WT. to N in order to investigate the above it was agreed with Hd/WT. that he would arrange to… | ||
| scan0166 | Investigation into the cause of damaged starter flywheel tooth rings following a sudden epidemic of failures. | ||
| View original record | BY. c to Hs. c to Wors. WST 86079. Hd/WT15/MW6.10.33. DAMAGED STARTER FLYWHEEL TOOTH RINGS. --------------------------------- As a result of a sudden epidemic of self starter failures which… | ||
| scan0167 | The actual dimensions taken from three chassis, comparing them to production limits, with a note on a starter examination. | ||
| View original record | HQ/WT15/MWG.6.10.33. ACTUAL DIMENSIONS TAKEN ON THREE CHASSIS. CHASSIS NO. A. B. C. D. E. ARMATURE TRAVEL BEFORE CONTACTS CLOSE. 138-MY. .198 .140 .003 .298 .438 .415 16-MS. .205 .130 .002 .305 .435… | ||
| scan0168 | Recommendations for a depot sheet to check starter motor clearance and for modifications to reduce pinion rebound. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hd/WT15/MW6.10.33. trouble may occur. We recommend that a Depot Sheet should be made showing the correct clearance etc. and that all cars from about ~~P.S~~ N.2. series onwards be checked as they… | ||
| scan0169 | Diagrammatic sketch of a Phantom II starter motor drive showing clearances at various stages of engagement. | ||
| View original record | FIG.1. AT REST. CONTACT GAP. 'C' .745 DIA -5 .749 Dia -1/2 PLUG IN END OF ARMATURE SHAFT 'A' 'B' :100 FLYWHEEL. FIG.2. TEETH JUST ENGAGING. NO REDUCTION IN GAP. 'D' 'B' FIG. 3. GAP REDUCED .002 TO… | ||
| scan0170 | Issues with sequence starter motors on various chassis and a proposal for comparative experiments. | ||
| View original record | 860.50 To Hs/Wst. from E. E.6/HP.9.10.33. c. Wor. Hs. By. By/HD. [strikethrough] Mx. EP. Hd. re Sequence Starter Motors. The recent trouble which results in the destruction of the starter ring teeth… | ||
| scan0171 | Damaged starter tooth rings on flywheels. | ||
| View original record | Hd. (struck through) C. Lor. (struck through) C. Hs. (struck through) 8602 BY./9/G.9.10.33. DAMAGED STARTER TOOTH RINGS ON FLYWHEELS. Referring to Hd/WT.15/MW.6.10.33. we entirely concur with the… | ||
| scan0172 | The development of an experimental sequence starter motor. | ||
| View original record | 86050. E. From Hs/Tst. c. to Wor. By/RD. c. to Ex. EP. Hd. Hs/Tst.6/MA.10.10.33. SEQUENCE STARTER MOTORS. We are in complete agreement with your E.6/HP.9.10.33 and we have already produced an… | ||
| scan0173 | Experimental modification to the 40/50 sequence starter motor to improve the end pull. | ||
| View original record | 86050. RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.6/MA.13.10.33. 40/50 SEQUENCE STARTER MOTOR. As an experiment in order to improve the end pull on the 40/50 motor we wish to try one of our Phantom II experimental… | ||
| scan0174 | Drawing showing the proposed dimensions for a starter motor armature. | ||
| View original record | OTHER DIMENSIONS AS ON D72044. PROPOSED STARTER MOTOR ARMATURE SCALE FULL SIZE 3-1/2" 2.952" 2.3" 1.2" J.R.J. 11/10/33. 2.965 | ||
| scan0175 | Proposed pole piece for a starter motor. | ||
| View original record | PROPOSED POLE PIECE (STARTER MOTOR) SCALE 3/4 OTHER DIMENSIONS AS D71935 3.125 DIA -2.3" 1.2" 2.965 DIA g.R.g. 12/10/53. | ||
| scan0176 | Tests comparing a standard and an experimental starter motor cable to reduce volt drop. | ||
| View original record | x6134 E. From Hs/Wst. c. to By/RD. Hs/Wst.5/MA.19.10.33. COLD STARTING. REDUCTION IN STARTER x 6001. MOTOR CABLE VOLT DROP. We have now carried out tests on the sample length of starter motor cable of… | ||
| scan0177 | Suggestion to compromise on a new cable or alter dies to accommodate a larger one for a main switch. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Wst.5/MA.19.10.33. Cont'd. As we understand this cable is too large to accomodate in the existing main switch we suggest we could compromise by trying out a cable of cross section midway… | ||
| scan0178 | Suggested revision to the inspection and test specification for the 40-50 HP starter motor. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Wst. 26079. BY/RD5/W.19.10.33. WST 40-50 H.P.Starter Motor. Specification of Inspection and Test,Version 2. On looking into this 40-50 H.P.Starter Motor trouble I find that under Paragraph 1,Sub… | ||
| scan0179 | Modifications to the starter motor for chassis 27-EX. | ||
| View original record | x6027 RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.9/MA.20.10.33. STARTER MOTOR ON 27-EX. Will you please arrange for this motor to have the attached distance ring made and fitted behind the pinion in order to reduce the… | ||
| scan0180 | Blueprint showing two views of a packing ring for a starter motor pinion (40/50). | ||
| View original record | 45°, .150, .075, .084", .925 DIA., 1.200 DIA., 135, ROLLS-ROYCE, LTD., PRINT ROOM, OCT 20 1933, DERBY., PACKING RING FOR STARTER MOTOR PINION (40/50), SCALE 2/1, L.B/19.10.33 | ||
| scan0181 | Revised inspection and test specification for the 40/50 Chassis Sequence Starter Motor. | ||
| View original record | 86050. By. From Hs/Wst. c. to Sft/Mr.Brock. c. to By/RD. Hs/Wst.2/MA.24.10.33. 40/50 CHASSIS SEQUENCE STARTER MOTOR. We have completely revised the specification of inspection and test for the above… | ||
| scan0182 | Specification for the inspection and testing of a 40/50 chassis starter motor. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 40/50 CHASSIS SEQUENCE STARTER MOTOR. SPECIFICATION OF INSPECTION AND TEST. VERSION 3. (1) INSPECTION. Inspect the brush mechanism and make sure that - (a) All brushes have the necessary freedome… | ||
| scan0183 | Test procedures for an armature operated switch, including insulation and brush bedding. | ||
| View original record | -2- (f) Verify that the armature operated switch makes contact when the armature has moved .475" + .025 from the rest position. (g) Ascertain that the armature motion operated switch contact gap is… | ||
| scan0184 | The procedures for a light test and an armature return test for a motor. | ||
| View original record | -3- (4) LIGHT TEST. Connect the teaser terminal (T) to a supply at 18 volts through a switch and the main terminal (M) to a supply at 6 volts. The motor shall be run light on the main circuit for a… | ||
| scan0185 | Test procedures for armature damping and longitudinal motion. | ||
| View original record | -4- (6) ARMATURE DAMPING TEST. Next make an armature longitudinal damping test by switching twelve volts directly and momentarily on and off the complete motor teazer circuit, when it should be… | ||
| scan0186 | Test procedures for Teazer Torque and Main Load on a motor. | ||
| View original record | -5- (8) TEAZER TORQUE TEST. A light brake shall be placed upon the brake drum and a potential of 10.0 ± .1 volts shall be applied to the motor teazer terminal. The motor pinion will then engage the… | ||
| scan0187 | Test procedures for motor brushes and intermittent load performance. | ||
| View original record | -6- During the last minute of the test the torque shall be at least 900 lb-inches. The speed shall not be less than 810 R.P.M. with a motor terminal voltage of 9.0 ± .1. (10) BRUSH TEST. With the… | ||
| scan0188 | Test procedures for pinion examination and insulation breakdown. | ||
| View original record | -7- (12) PINION EXAMINATION. Now remove motor from the rig and examine, first the pinion for sideway play on its splines which may have developed as a result of the above load tests. (14) INSULATION… | ||
| scan0189 | Test results for a Phantom II starter motor fitted with an experimental 29-slot armature. | ||
| View original record | E. From Hs/Wst. c. to By/RD. 86091 Hs/Wst.3/MA.24.10.33. P.II STARTER MOTOR WITH 29 SLOT ARMATURE. We have tested out a P.II motor fitted with a 29 slot armature having larger gauge conductors. Our… | ||
| scan0190 | Issues with a 40-50 HP starter motor test. | ||
| View original record | WST x6079. Hs/Wst. BY/RD2/W.28.10.33. 40-50 H.P.Starter Motor Test. The Works are still in trouble inasmuch as they cannot get the Starter Motor to fully engage on the 9 volt test. We are,in a… | ||
| scan0191 | Request to assemble experimental armature and pole pieces for a 40/50 starter motor test. | ||
| View original record | x6079. RHC . From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.2/MA.30.10.33. EXPERIMENTAL 40/50 STARTER MOTOR. Will you please arrange for the experimental armature and pole pieces asked for under cover of Hs/Wst.6/MA13.10.33 and… | ||
| scan0192 | Comparing the quality of stamped armature plates from suppliers Baldwin's and Sankey's. | ||
| View original record | Roy. From Hs/Wst. c. to By. c. to E. c. to Wor. c. to Sft. BALDWIN'S STAMPED ARMATURE PLATES. We recommend that we buy no further supplies of Messrs. Baldwin's stamped plates until such time as they… | ||
| scan0193 | Impracticability of producing a Phantom II Chassis starter motor pinion from N.C.M material. | ||
| View original record | To [strikethrough]BY[/strikethrough] from RHC. c. Hs/Wst. WST (8602) RHC.1/BE3.11.33. Phantom.II. Chassis. Starter Motor Pinion. Referring to BY/RD3/W.19.10.33. we have received instructions for a… | ||
| scan0194 | Testing special low carbon steel for a Bentley starter motor pole. | ||
| View original record | 86134. WST RHC (struck through) c - Hs/Wst. BY/RD2/W.6.11.33. Bentley Starter Motor. Frame and Field Winding. Sec.8030. Special Low Carbon Steel. We hand you herewith two blue prints of :- DB.448 -… | ||
| scan0195 | Minor issues with a Bentley following a test drive, focusing on the starter, fuel tank, bonnet, and steering. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. from K. c. Sg. Ser. By. Mr. MX. MS/Wst. Dy/Mr. WST With regard to the Bentley which I drove to London and back last week-end, I noticed one or two minor points which appear to merit some… | ||
| scan0196 | The testing of new stamped slotted armature plates for starter motors to increase efficiency and reduce costs. | ||
| View original record | 26027 E. From Hs/Wst. c. to By/RD. c. to Sft. Hs/Wst.3/MA.8.11.33. STAMPED SLOTTED ARMATURE PLATES FOR STARTER MOTORS. The use of these plates on our starter motor should give us a higher efficiency… | ||
| scan0197 | Fitting a heavier gauge starter motor cable on a Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | 61344 REC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.4/MA.8.11.33. HEAVIER GAUGE STARTER MOTOR CABLE ON BENTLEY CHASSIS. We are anxious to try a new gauge of cable we have obtained, on a Bentley chassis to lower the volt… | ||
| scan0198 | Poor cold starting on a Bentley, arranging for tests on an experimental chassis. | ||
| View original record | E. From Hs/Wat. c. to Sg. c. to Wor. c. to By. c. to EP. c. to Mx. 8602) Hs/Sat.2/WA.9.11.33. POOR STARTING FROM COLD ON BENTLEY. With reference to E.7/HP.7.11.33 we are fitting up an experimental… | ||
| scan0199 | Decision not to use punched plates on a 40/50 motor. | ||
| View original record | 66079 By/RD. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.3/MA.10.11.33. PUNCHED PLATES ON 40/50-MOTOR. Regarding our telephone conversation re. the above upon reconsidering the matter we think it advisable not to attempt… | ||
| scan0200 | Request to test a new Bensport starter motor. | ||
| View original record | 86134. RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.2/MA.13.11.33. NEW BENSPORT STARTER MOTOR. A new motor to R.R.Sch.328/331 which can be applied to the Bensport has been instructed under cover of By/RD.5/W.12.7.33.… | ||
| scan0201 | Test report detailing starter motor performance on the 'Blue Bensport'. | ||
| View original record | 86134 15.11.33. STARTER MOTOR TESTS ON BLUE BENSPORT. Battery Exide 11 plate fully charged. Starter Motor R.R.Sch.399 Main cable 61/.036 Resistance .0001465 ohms per point at 19°C.… | ||
| scan0202 | Bench tests for an improved friction drive on a Bentley starter. | ||
| View original record | 86134 E. From Hs/Wst. c. to Sg. c. to Wor. c. to By. c. to EN. Hs/Wst.1/MA.20.11.33. IMPROVED FRICTION DRIVE FOR INCREASED TORQUE BENTLEY STARTER. We have carried out bench tests on this new drive to… | ||
| scan0203 | Potential improvements to the 4.75' Bentley starter motor. | ||
| View original record | 86134 By/RD. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.4/MA.20.11.33. NEW 4.75" BENTLEY MOTOR. With the use of a thicker carcase on the Bentley starter motor we gain about 8 lb inches extra torque with a current of 300… | ||
| scan0204 | Comparative cold starting tests for two Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | E. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.5/MA.20.11.33. STARTING FROM COLD ON BENTLEY. We left 3.B.IV out all night along with 18.G.4 for comparative starting tests. 3.B.IV had the new motor fitted, the larger gauge… | ||
| scan0205 | Sending the production specification of inspection and test for the new Bentley starter motor. | ||
| View original record | 86134. By. From Hs/Wst. c. to Sft/Mr.Brock. Hs/Wst.5/MA.22.11.33. We send you herewith production specification of inspection and test for the new Bentley starter motor. Hs/Wst. | ||
| scan0206 | Specification document detailing the inspection and testing procedures for a Bentley 3½ Litre starter motor. | ||
| View original record | X6134. BENTLEY 3½ LITRE STARTER MOTOR. SPECIFICATION OF INSPECTION AND TEST. Preliminary Insulation Test and Inspection. (a) Lift the opposite pair of earthed brushes (two brushes only) and test the… | ||
| scan0207 | Test procedures for a motor, including light, load, and intermittent load tests. | ||
| View original record | -2- (d) See that the insulated terminal on the carcase is not loose. TEST 1. Light Test. The motor shall be run light for a period of half an hour with a voltage of 4.5 across its terminal to earth.… | ||
| scan0208 | Notes on testing procedures for commutators and brushes, including inspection criteria and load test methods. | ||
| View original record | -3- NOTES RE TESTS 1, 2 & 3. (a) Before, between and after the light and load tests, the commutator and brushes should be carefully examined. The commutator should be found to be free from grease or… | ||
| scan0209 | Test procedures for an insulation breakdown test and a mechanical examination. | ||
| View original record | -4- TEST 4. INSULATION BREAKDOWN TEST. While still warm from the above tests an alternating voltage of 200 from the lighting mains shall be applied through a light fuse for 10 minutes without… | ||
| scan0210 | Specification of test and inspection for a Bentley 3½ Litre starter motor with a Bijur drive. | ||
| View original record | BENTLEY 3½ LITRE STARTER MOTOR BIJUR DRIVE. (R.R.20/25 TYPE). SPECIFICATION OF TEST AND INSPECTION. (a) First the large test gear wheel into which the pinion engages should be locked against rotation.… | ||
| scan0211 | Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. arranging a meeting regarding a Bentley freezing test and to discuss regulators or dynamos. | ||
| View original record | 86027 Hs/Wst.5/MA. 23rd November, 1933. Messrs.Joseph Lucas Ltd., Great King Street, BIRMINGHAM, 19. For the attention of Mr.C.E.Robinson,Laboratory. Dear Sir, Many thanks for your letter of the 22nd… | ||
| scan0212 | Standardisation of parts for a starter motor, specifying the use of stamped slotted armature plates. | ||
| View original record | RR 755B (SH) (B2674, 16-10-33) BM. 3/262/6. X6134 COMPLETED 24.11.33. BENTLEY STANDARDISATION of PARTS. Date 2.11.33. Description of Parts. STARTER MOTOR TO RR. SCH. 399. STAMPED SLOTTED ARMATURE… | ||
| scan0213 | Standardisation of a starter motor using stamped slotted armature plates. | ||
| View original record | RR 758A (5H) (52674, 16-10-33) BM. 3/262/6. X6012 COMPLETED 24.11.33. 20/25 STANDARDISATION of PARTS. Date 2.11.33 X No. 6012. Drawing No. Part List Description of Parts. STARTER MOTOR TO RR. SCH.… | ||
| scan0214 | Thank you letter to Messrs Joseph Lucas Ltd. regarding freezing tests and the use of their freezing chamber. | ||
| View original record | 6027 Experimental Dept. Hs/Wst.2/MA. 25th November 1933. Messrs Joseph Lucas Ltd., Research Laboratories, Great King Street, Birmingham. 19. For the attention of Mr. R.M. Smith. Dear Sir, We beg to… | ||
| scan0215 | Cold starting tests performed on a Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | x6027 Sg. from Hs/Wst. c. to R. c. to Ry. c. to Wor. c. to Rn. c. to EF. Hs/Wst.6/MA. 25.11.33. COLD STARTING TESTS ON BENTLEY CHASSIS. We took Experimental chassis Z.R.IV. to Messrs Lucas,… | ||
| scan0216 | Cold starting tests for a Bentley engine, discussing issues and proposed improvements. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Wst.6/MA.25.11.33. The engine static torque at this temperature was found to be 220 lb/inches, the current taken by the motor was 298 amperes, the battery volts being 8.1 and the motor volts… | ||
| scan0217 | Letter from Joseph Lucas Limited regarding refrigerator tests on a Bentley car. | ||
| View original record | HEAD OFFICES & WORKS: GREAT KING ST., BIRMINGHAM. CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY, INDIA OFFICE, G.P.O. AND LEADING RAILWAYS. TRADE MARK 86027 "KING OF THE ROAD" LAMPS, HORNS,… | ||
| scan0218 | Diagrammatic view from the commutator end of a 20HP 5' starter motor showing positive rotation. | ||
| View original record | R.R. STANDARD 20HP 5" STARTER MOTOR. (POSITIVE ROTATION) S N + - DIAGRAMMATIC VIEW FROM COMMUTATOR END Stamp: ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, EXPERIMENTAL DRAWING, 5 DEC 1928, DERBY | ||
| scan0219 | The startability test of a 'Bensport' Bentley car in a refrigerator. | ||
| View original record | THE JOSEPH LUCAS RESEARCH LABORATORIES. BIRMINGHAM. ENGLAND. REFRIGERATOR REPORT NO. R.121. REF. 5/3. DATE 27th Nov:1933. JLL/RB.W R.R. COPIES TO Mr.Toulmin. A.File. Mr.W.E.Robinson. B.File. N.File.… | ||
| scan0220 | Starter test report for a 1933 Bentley 'Bensport' car. | ||
| View original record | THE JOSEPH LUCAS RESEARCH LABORATORIES BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND DATE 27th Nov: 1933. JLL/RB.W. REFRIGERATOR REPORT No. R.121. REF. 5/3. STARTER TEST B/13 MAKE OF CAR: Bentley "Bensport" MODEL: 4B IV YEAR:… | ||
| scan0221 | Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. arranging further freezing tests on a Bentley chassis, including headlamps and starting. | ||
| View original record | V6027 Ha/Wst.7/MA. 30th November, 1933. Messrs.Joseph Lucas Ltd., Great King Street, Birmingham, 19. For the attention of Mr.W.E.Robinson. Dear Sir, We thank you for your letter of the 29th instant… | ||
| scan0222 | Letter discussing arrangements for testing new combined stop and tail lamps. | ||
| View original record | -2- We should be interested to know if these suggestions meet with your approval and whether it will be convenient for you to kindly allow us the use of your Refrigerator again on that day. We should… | ||
| scan0223 | Letter from Joseph Lucas Ltd. regarding the testing of a C.A.V.-Shunt Dynamo Regulator Unit and a 'Bensport' Bentley starter. | ||
| View original record | 86027. SEE OUR EXHIBIT AT BICYCLE AND MOTOR CYCLE SHOW DAILY 10 to 10 ADMISSION 2/- AFTER 5/- 1/- NOV. 25 to DEC. 2 OLYMPIA SHOW INCLUDES EXHIBITS OF HIKING & CAMPING EQUIPMENT & SPORTS REQUISITES 130… | ||
| scan0224 | Letter from Joseph Lucas Limited detailing starter motor and cranking test results. | ||
| View original record | CONTINUATION JOSEPH LUCAS LIMITED PAGE 2 DATE 30th November 1933. Messrs. Rolls Royce Limited, DERBY. STARTER. Amps. 292/306. Volts. 6.4/6.1. BATTERY. Volts. 7.9/8.3 R.P.M. Starter. 366. Engine. 40.… | ||
| scan0225 | Issuing instructions for the improved power Starter Motor to R.R.Scheme 508. | ||
| View original record | WST 86027 Hs/Wst. BY/RD2/W.13.12.33. We have now issued full instructions to RHC.,for the improved power Starter Motor to R.R.Scheme 508. BY/RD. | ||
| scan0226 | Request to urgently produce a Bentley starter motor to replace an underpowered existing motor. | ||
| View original record | RHC. From Hs/Wst. 86134. Hs/Wst.7/MA.14.12.33. We should be glad if you will particularly urge through the production of a Bentley starter motor to R.R.Sch.508. This is urgently required to replace… | ||
| scan0227 | Test results and specification adjustments for the Bentley starter motor. | ||
| View original record | WST Hs/Wst. 86134 BY/RD1/W.16.12.33. Bentley Starter Motor Specification. After testing the first 26 starter motors we find the average to work out as follows :- 39.6 lbs." The lowest was 37.2 lbs."… | ||
| scan0228 | Amending the Bentley Starter Motor Specification regarding load torque and minimum speed figures. | ||
| View original record | 86134. By. From Hs/Wst. c. to Sft/Mr.Brock. Hs/Wst.4/MA.18.12.33. BENTLEY STARTER MOTOR SPECIFICATION. We agree with By/RD.1/W.16.12.33 and we should be glad if you will amend your copies of the above… | ||
| scan0229 | Feasibility of fitting an improved starter motor to the first 15 Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | WST 8/6/34. Hs. from Mx. Seeme urgent Mx12/T6.2.34. #5 RE. FIRST 15 BENTLEYS When we were discussing the modifications which we are now carrying out to these cars, we considered the question of the… | ||
| scan0230 | Recommendation to fit new up-to-date starter motors to the first 15 Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | 86134 Sg. From Hs/Wst. c. to Wor. c. to By. c. to Mx. RE. FIRST 15 BENTLEYS. We wish to add to our recommendations regarding the modifications required to these chassis, that new starter motors should… | ||
| scan0231 | Clarifying that the first 15 Bentley cars are fitted with a new starter motor, despite other related parts not being standardised. | ||
| View original record | Mx. [struck through] c. Hs/Wst. [struck through] c. Wor. [struck through] WST 86134 [handwritten] BY.1/G.9.2.34. RE: FIRST 15 BENTLEY CARS - STARTER MOTORS. Referring to Hs/Wst.3/MA.7.2.34. in order… | ||
| scan0232 | Fitting modified starter motors to the first 15 Bentley production chassis. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Hs. C to Sg. Wor. [text struck through] C. " " Dx. Mr. [text struck through] re- F irst 15 Bentleys. Hs/Wst.3/MA7.2.34 ~6134. Cx15/KW9.2.34. Can we assume from your memo that the modified starter… | ||
| scan0233 | Increasing the gear ratio of starter motors by incorporating a reduction gear box, with specific reference to the Spectre model. | ||
| View original record | r6134 E. From Hs/Wst. c. to By. Hs/Wst.4/MA.9.2.34. STARTER MOTORS. We should be glad if consideration could be given to increasing the gear ratio of the motor to the engine on our chassis. This could… | ||
| scan0234 | The modified starter motors for the first 15 Bentley production cars. | ||
| View original record | 86134 Cx. From Hs/Wst. c. to Sg. c. to Wor. c. to By. c. to Mx. Hs/Wst.9/MA.12.2.34. First 15 Bentleys. Starter Motors. Referring to your Cx.15/KW.9.2.34., the modified starter motors are exactly as… | ||
| scan0235 | Request to manufacture a set of four Bentley starter motor poles from Lohys material for comparative tests. | ||
| View original record | RHC c - Hs/Wst. 66134. BY/RD8/W.16.3.34. BENTLEY STARTER MOTOR POLES. We hand you herewith lengths of sectional bar in Lohys material. Will you please have one set (.i.e. 4 off) made up to drawing… | ||
| scan0236 | The initial test results for the Bentley starter motor, noting suboptimal performance and proposed improvements to the field winding. | ||
| View original record | 26134 E. From Hs/Wst. c. to By. c. to By/RD. Hs/Wst.7/MA.20.3.34. BENTLEY STARTER MOTOR TO R.R.SCH.508. We have now tested the first motor produced to the above scheme. The results we have obtained… | ||
| scan0237 | Request to obtain a new pinion spring for a Bosch starter motor from an Alfa Romeo. | ||
| View original record | Roy/Ms. from Hs/Wst. 8543. 86127. Hs/Wst.4/ADL 3.7.32. BOSCH STARTER MOTOR OFF ALFA ROMEO. A small pinion spring which transmits the torque of the above motor has twisted badly and we shall require a… | ||
| scan0238 | Technical query and response regarding starter motor measurements for model 28-EX. | ||
| View original record | To ns/Wst. From G.W.H. 66079 Hotel de France, Chateauroux, FRANCE. 12.4.34. WST 28-EX. We should be much obliged if you could give us the following figures re. starter motor. (1) Distance armature… | ||
| scan0239 | Technical memo discussing starter motor measurements and potential issues on model 28-EX. | ||
| View original record | 6079. G.W.Hancock Esq., Hotel De France, Chateauroux, Indre, FRANCE. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.6/MA.20.4.34. Re. STARTER MOTOR ON 28-EX. The distance moved by the armature before the main switch contacts… | ||
| scan0240 | Request to examine a starter motor because the drive is sticking during disengagement. | ||
| View original record | 86134 RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.1/MA.20.4.34. Will you please have the starter motor on 4 B IV removed for examination. Apparently something is causing the drive to stick into gear too long on… | ||
| scan0241 | Tests and results for new Bentley starter motor poles made from special Lohys steel. | ||
| View original record | x6134 By. From Hs/Wst. c. to E. Hs/Wst.9/MA.24.4.34. BENTLEY STARTER MOTOR POLES. We have now tested a set of Bentley starter motor poles to drawing DB297 made in special Lohys material instead of the… | ||
| scan0242 | Request to fit a new Bensport starter motor to chassis 1.B.IV. | ||
| View original record | 86134. RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.5/MA.25.4.34. NEW BENSPORT STARTER MOTOR TO R.R.SCH.508. Will you please fit up 1.B.IV with the above starter motor as soon as possible. Hs/Wst. | ||
| scan0243 | Confirming a request for tests to find the slipping torque of the Bijur starter pinion for the Bentley and 20/25 models. | ||
| View original record | x6134. To Hs/Wst. from E. E.9/HP.25.4.34. c. Sg. Wor. Hs. By. By/RD. WST See me HS re Bentley and 20/25 Starter Pinion. This memo confirms our request for you to make tests to find the slipping torque… | ||
| scan0244 | Amendment to the production specification for a Bentley starter motor fitted to a 20/25 chassis. | ||
| View original record | X 6134 To By. c. to Sft/Mr.Brock. Hs/Wst.17/KW.27.4.34. Bentley Starter Motor fitted to 20/25 Chassis. In view of the fact that the Bentley type of starter motor to R.R.Scheme 399 is now being fitted… | ||
| scan0245 | Request to order a starter motor pinion for a 1934 Buick car. | ||
| View original record | Roy. Hs/Wst.2/KW.30.4.34. Will you please order for us from Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman, Albemarle Street, London, 1. Starter Motor Pinion for the large 1934 Buick Car. Hs/Wst. | ||
| scan0246 | Modification scheme for the Bentley Starter Motor, including a new drawing and gear ratio. | ||
| View original record | WSF Should like to see this scheme RM To BY. from E/JNR. c. Wgr. For. Hs. RMO. re Bentley Starter Motor. We send you herewith drawing:- LeC.3892 showing the Bentley starter motor arranged with the… | ||
| scan0247 | New Bentley starter motor with increased power. | ||
| View original record | EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT REPORT 86134 REFERENCE :- Ha/Wst.1/MA.30.4.34. Subject of Report :- New Bentley starter motor to R.R.sch.508 with increased power. General Conclusions :- Very satisfactory… | ||
| scan0248 | The bench testing of a modified Bentley starter motor for increased stalling torque and improved cold starting. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Wst.1/WA.30.4.34. BENTLEY STARTER MOTOR WITH INCREASED STALLING TORQUE FOR BETTER STARTING FROM COLD. We have now tested on the bench one of the new motors to R.R.Sch.508 produced in order to… | ||
| scan0249 | Test curves for a Bently No-1 starter motor, showing performance with a modified field winding. | ||
| View original record | STARTER MOTOR TEST CURVES MOTOR TYPE - BENTLY N° - 1 R.R.SCH. 508 THIS MOTOR HAS THE MODIFIED FIELD WINDING TO DRAWING D.B. 626 B.H.P. CURVE OF STD. BENTLY MOTOR TO R.R.SCH. 399. SHOWN DOTTED Y-AXIS… | ||
| scan0250 | The removal and adjustment of a 28-EX starter motor due to a chipped flywheel. | ||
| View original record | RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.4/MA.7.5.34. 28-EX STARTER MOTOR. Will you please arrange for this Starter Motor to be removed and adjusted correctly to Production specification. It is quite possible that… | ||
| scan0251 | Tests of a P.V. 40/50 Tank Engine starter motor's operation when inclined at an angle. | ||
| View original record | E. From Hs/Wst. c. to By. c. to Mx. c. to Wor. P.V. 40/50 TANK ENGINE STARTER MOTOR. We have been carrying out tests to discover whether the starter motor will operate satisfactorily on the Phantom II… | ||
| scan0252 | Feasibility of equipping a 40/50 Phantom II tank engine with a 20/25 type starter gear. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Wst.1/WA.9.5.34. Cont'd. We suggest therefore that the 40/50 engine be equipped with the 20/25 type of engagement i.e. Bendix gear with the slipping clutch. There is now in existence a starter… | ||
| scan0253 | The supply of Bentley starter motor poles and requesting a standardisation sheet. | ||
| View original record | 86134. Hs/Wst, BY/RD3/W.1.6.34. BENTLEY STARTER MOTOR POLES. With reference to your memo Hs/Wst.9/MA.24.4.34, we have now heard from the Order Office that they can obtain supplies of this in Lohys… | ||
| scan0254 | Calculations regarding a solenoid for operating the starter motor on a Phantom II tank engine. | ||
| View original record | 86079 5.6.34. SOLE-NOID FOR OPERATING STARTER MOTOR ON PHANTOM II TANK ENGINE. Force required in the out position = 22 lbs. Ampere turns necessary to produce this force in the out position of existing… | ||
| scan0255 | Rapid disengagement of starter motors, specifically relating to the helix angle of the flywheel gear. | ||
| View original record | E. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.4/MA.19.6.33. RAPID DISENGAGEMENT OF SEQUENCE STARTER MOTORS. We have referred to our records and find that the helix angle on the flywheel gear ring which was fitted… | ||
| scan0256 | Modifications to the 40/50 Tank Engine starter motor to work at a 45-degree inclination. | ||
| View original record | 86079 To Wor. from E. c. Og. Ey. Mx. Ha/Wst. Dy/NE. re 40/50 Tank Engine Starter Motor. We are pleased to say that we got the tank engine starter to work at the enormous inclination of 45° fore and… | ||
| scan0257 | Request to test a new Bentley starter motor with Bendix drive on the B.10 unit test bed. | ||
| View original record | r6134. RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.2/MA.5.7.34. Will you please arrange to fit to B.10 unit on the test bed the new Bentley starter motor with Bendix drive. We want to get some experience with this drive… | ||
| scan0258 | Experimental department report on a Bentley starter motor with a two-speed reduction gear. | ||
| View original record | A6134 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT REPORT. REFERENCE :- Hs/Wst.4/WA.6.7.34. Subject of Report:- Bentley starter motor with two speed reduction gear to LEC.3892. General Conclusions :- Bench tests… | ||
| scan0259 | The testing of a new Bentley starter motor with a two-speed gear. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Wst.4/MA.6.7.34. BENTLEY STARTER MOTOR WITH TWO SPEED GEAR. We have now produced and bench tested the first Bentley starter motor with a two to one reduction gear between the motor armature and the… | ||
| scan0260 | Standardisation of starter motor magnet poles made in Sankeys 'Lohys' Iron for Bentley. | ||
| View original record | RR 785BN (BH) (S7312, 29-12-33) BM. S/640/2 COMPLETED 12.7.34. BENTLEY STANDARDISATION of PARTS. Date 27-6-34 4.6.34 X No. 6134. Drawing No. Part List Description of Parts. STARTER MOTOR MAGNET POLES… | ||
| scan0261 | Cost estimate and production details for the 1st chassis in the 'C' series. | ||
| View original record | Est. cost of extra jigs, tools and equipment. Nil. Could be brought on to production at 1st chassis in 'C' series. without scrap. [Stamp] RECEIVED 4 JUN 1934 SFT | ||
| scan0262 | Standardisation of starter motor magnet poles made in Sankeys 'Lohys' Iron. | ||
| View original record | RR 755A (SH) (S2074, 16-10-33) BM. 3/262/6. COMPLETED 12.7.34. 20/25 STANDARDISATION of PARTS. Date 27-6-34 4.6.34. X No. 6012. Description of Parts. STARTER MOTOR MAGNET POLES MADE IN SANKEYS "LOHYS"… | ||
| scan0263 | Cost estimation for extra jigs, tools, and equipment for the 'F' series chassis. | ||
| View original record | Est. cost of extra jigs, tools and equipment. Nil. Could be brought on to production at 1st chassis in 'F' series, without scrap. | ||
| scan0264 | The bench testing and fitting of a two-speed gear starter motor for a Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | 26134 RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.1/MA.14.7.34. TWO SPEED GEAR STARTER MOTOR FOR BENTLEY CHASSIS. The second starter motor of the above type is now built up and has been bench tested. Will you please… | ||
| scan0265 | Request to modify a starter motor solenoid cap and fit a new spring to test its 'cushioning' effect. | ||
| View original record | R.H.C. c - Hs/Wst. 6134 BY/RD2/W.19.7.34. Starter Motor Solenoid. Will you please have the existing starter motor solenoid cap modified in accordance with Drawing D.74594, attached hereto, and also… | ||
| scan0266 | Request to arrange for a special field winding for an experimental Spectre starter motor. | ||
| View original record | RHC. From Hs/Wst. 6027. Hs/Wst.7/MA.20.7.34. EXPERIMENTAL SPECTRE STARTER MOTOR. We wish to carry out an experiment to improve the power on a special motor we are developing having increased power for… | ||
| scan0267 | Arranging cold starting tests for a new two-speed starter at Messrs. Lucas's freezing chamber. | ||
| View original record | 86134 Hs/FD. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.6/MA.30.8.34. Re. COLD STARTING TESTS WITH NEW TWO SPEED STARTER. At the suggestion of Rm. we have fixed up with Messrs.Lucas for I.B.IV to go in their freezing… | ||
| scan0268 | Request for two additional two-speed Bentley starter motors for testing on other chassis due to successful performance. | ||
| View original record | 86134. RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.4/MA.5.9.34. TWO SPEED GEAR BENTLEY STARTER MOTOR. The performance of this motor has been so successful we are most anxious to fit up our other Bentley chassis with… | ||
| scan0269 | Request for a set of starter motor field coils for an experimental Spectre starter motor. | ||
| View original record | RHC. From Hs/Wst. 86134. Hs/Wst.10/MA.25.9.34. EXPERIMENTAL SPECTRE STARTER MOTOR. In connection with experiments on the above we require as quickly as possible a set of starter motor field coils… | ||
| scan0270 | Poor finish of the 20/25 and Bentley starter motor case compared to the dynamo. | ||
| View original record | By. From Hs/Wst. c. to Sft. rl6134 Hs/Wst.6/MA.26.9.34. 20/25 AND BENTLEY STARTER MOTOR. We notice that the steel magnet case of this motor is not being finished ground. The dynamo on these cars and… | ||
| scan0271 | Finishing process, grinding versus turned finish, for magnet cases on specific models. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Wst. c. Sft. c. TB. (602) BY/RD4/W.28.9.34. MAGNET CASES. With reference to your Hs/Wst6/MA.26.9.34,we wish to point out that the grinding of some types of magnet case was deleted some long time… | ||
| scan0272 | Experiment to overcome the Bijur drive sticking in gear on the Bentley starter motor. | ||
| View original record | RHC. From Hs/Wst. 16134 Hs/Wst.8/MA.2.10.34. BENTLEY STARTER MOTOR. As an experiment in order to overcome the tendency for the Bijur drive sticking in gear after starting up the car we wish to try a… | ||
| scan0273 | Requesting the transfer of a two-speed geared starter motor to a Streamlined Bentley. | ||
| View original record | 86134. RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.5/MA.4.10.34. 2 SPEED GEARED BENTLEY MOTOR. Will you please arrange to remove the two speed geared starter on 1.B.IV and fit it to the Streamlined Bentley as this car… | ||
| scan0274 | Request to put in hand parts for a Starter Motor with Reduction Gear for a 10,000-mile test car. | ||
| View original record | R.H.C. (crossed out) c. Hs/Wst. 6134. BY/RD3/W.30.10.34. Bentley. Starter Motor with Reduction Gear. R.R.Sch.767. Will you please put in hand the following parts for the 10,000 mile test car… | ||
| scan0275 | Requesting two further sets of parts be made for a Bentley geared starter motor. | ||
| View original record | RHC. From Hs/Wst. r6134. Hs/Wst.7/MA.6.11.34. BENTLEY GEARED STARTER MOTOR. Will you please have two further sets of parts made to drgs. EL30 and EL31 attached herewith. One of these sets will be… | ||
| scan0276 | Request for a catalogue of the latest Scintilla Starter Motors and voltage controlled dynamos. | ||
| View original record | 86134. Roy. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.6/MA.8.11.34. Will you please obtain for us complete up-to-date catalogue of the latest Scintilla Starter Motors and voltage controlled dynamos. Hs/Wst. | ||
| scan0277 | The booking of the Messrs. Lucas Cold Room for a Bentley cold starting test. | ||
| View original record | 86134 Rm. From Hs/Wst. c. to Hs/FD. Hs/Wst.1/MA.12.11.34. BENTLEY COLD STARTING TEST. We have booked Messrs.Lucas Cold Room for Wednesday night next for 3.B.IV. to do a cold start on Thursday morning.… | ||
| scan0278 | Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. regarding motor specifications for a Bentley chassis and a request for experimental regulators. | ||
| View original record | 86134. Hs/Wst.4/MA. 16th November, 1934. Messrs.Joseph Lucas Ltd., Great King Street, Birmingham,19. For the attention of Mr.W.E.Robinson. Dear Sir, Further to our visit yesterday when we handed to… | ||
| scan0279 | Request to produce parts for a trial of a modified Spectre starter motor to increase power. | ||
| View original record | x6134. RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.5/MA.19.11.34. SPECTRE STARTER MOTOR. We wish to try out a modified form of engagement to the pinion on the above motor which will enable us to rewind the motor for… | ||
| scan0280 | Request to order altered starter motor armature plates from Sankeys Ltd. for experimental purposes. | ||
| View original record | r6134. Roy. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.2/MA.27.11.34. Will you please order for us from Messrs. Sankeys Ltd., 140 40/50HP. Starter motor armature plates to drawing D.72378 and 4 to drawing D.72379 as… | ||
| scan0281 | Request for one set of experimental poles to be made for a Spectre starter motor, as per the attached drawing. | ||
| View original record | r6134. RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.5/MA.27.11.34. EXPERIMENTAL SPECTRE STARTER MOTOR. Will you please have one set of experimental poles made up for us to drawing EL61 attached. Hs/Wst. | ||
| scan0282 | Standardisation of parts for a starter motor with reduction gear, LeC.3892. | ||
| View original record | AR 59 (SH) (S7394, 30-1-34) BM 3/787/1 COMPLETED 3.12.34. BENTLEY STANDARDISATION of PARTS. Date: 5-11-34 (handwritten) 18.9.34. (printed) X No. 6027. None (handwritten) Drawing No. 6134 Part List… | ||
| scan0283 | Estimated cost for extra jigs, tools, and equipment to bring the 'E' series chassis into production. | ||
| View original record | STANDARDISATION of PARTS Est. cost of extra jigs, tools and equipment (Sft/Ws.1.10.34) £264.0.0. Could be brought on to production (Sft/GH.1.10.34) without scrap 1st chassis in "E" series. | ||
| scan0284 | Modifications to a Bentley starter motor to resolve issues with the drive sticking in gear. | ||
| View original record | 86134. E. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.6/MA.18.12.34. BENTLEY STARTER MOTOR. With the geared motor now being tested in the Experimental Dept., we have had difficulty due to the drive sticking in gear causing… | ||
| scan0285 | The starter motor drive for chassis 5.B.IV & 1.B.IV, requesting the production of two modified drive stops. | ||
| View original record | 86134. RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.7/MA.27.12.34. STARTER MOTOR DRIVE FOR 5.B.IV & 1.B.IV. In connection with the two geared starter motors which you are producing for the above chassis will you please… | ||
| scan0286 | Request to produce parts EL75 and EL76 to enable testing of a Cadillac starter motor. | ||
| View original record | r6134. RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.1/MA.19.12.34. CADILLAC STARTER MOTOR. To enable us to test out a Cadillac starter motor we have, will you please have made for us one off each of EL75 and EL76… | ||
| scan0287 | Blueprint for a clutch case and pinion for a Cadillac starter motor. | ||
| View original record | CLUTCH CASE AND PINION STARTER MOTOR (CADILLAC). DETAILS OF PINION SEE DRG D73524 USE MATERIAL AS FOR D73524 AND HARDEN WHERE MARKED 'H' SEE EL76 EL75 3.050 -5 .050 CHf. 45° +2° -5 UNDERCUT .050 DEEP… | ||
| scan0288 | Blueprint drawing for a cap for a Cadillac starter clutch case. | ||
| View original record | EL76 TURN 2.1875 DIA SCREW 24 T.P.I. R.H. SEE EL75 DRAWING CAP FOR CLUTCH CASE (STARTER-CADILLAC) MATERIAL M/S .500 +.05 .100 +.05 2.375 DIA +0 -.05 .600 +.05 DIA .025 CHF. AT 45° +2° -0° 45° | ||
| scan0289 | Testing of a modified thread on a Bentley Starter Motor before production. | ||
| View original record | 86134. To Hs/Wst. from E. E.2/HP.5.1.35. c. Hs. By. By/RD. Bentley Starter Motor. Replying to Hs/Wst.8/MA.18.12.34, we do not propose to instruct the modified thread on production until more extended… | ||
| scan0290 | Request to complete a modified Spectre starter motor for testing. | ||
| View original record | 86134 RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.4/MA.17.1.35. MODIFIED SPECTRE STARTER MOTOR. Further to our Hs/Wst.2/MA.2.1.35., will you please arrange to complete a spectre starter motor for us with experimental… | ||
| scan0291 | Request for two further Bentley geared starter motors with modified components as per specific drawings. | ||
| View original record | V6134 RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.7/MA.28.1.35. BENTLEY GEARED STARTER MOTORS. Will you please put in hand two further geared starter motors to R.R.Sch.767. We should like one of these completed as soon… | ||
| scan0292 | Update for geared starter motors. | ||
| View original record | RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.13/MA.29.1.35. GEARED STARTER MOTORS. Further to Hs/Wst.7/MA.28.1.35., we wish to point out that it will not be necessary to build two complete motors as the new gears to… | ||
| scan0293 | Issues with the gears on the starter motor for model 5.B.IV and proposed modifications. | ||
| View original record | Y6134 RHC. From Hs/Wst. c. to Hs/GWH. Hs/Wst.2/MA.4.2.35. GEARED STARTER MOTOR FOR 5.B.IV. E. is still not satisfied with the gears on the geared starters and is arranging with By. for a new set to be… | ||
| scan0294 | Proposal for a modified engagement method for the Spectre starter motor, outlining the disadvantages of the current system. | ||
| View original record | E. From Hs/Wat. c. to SE. c. to Wor. c. to Ey. c. to Mx. c. to EP. MODIFIED METHOD OF ENGAGEMENT FOR SPECTRE STARTER MOTOR. The sequence starter motor has several in-herent disadvantages which can be… | ||
| scan0295 | Description of a starter motor operation using a solenoid with engaging and hold-on windings. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Wat.7/MA.7.2.35. Cont'd. (c) The pinion is engaged by a spring loaded plunger through the centre of the armature. (d) Operation of the plunger is effected by means of a solenoid mounted on the… | ||
| scan0296 | Circuit diagram for a Spectre experimental starter motor scheme. | ||
| View original record | SPECTRE EXPL. STARTER MOTOR SCHEME PUSH SWITCH DUAL WINDING SOLENOID MAIN CONTACTS BATTERY MAIN FIELD ARMATURE ROLLS-ROYCE. LTD PRL. I. OM FEB 8 1935 DERBY | ||
| scan0297 | Modified method of engagement for a Spectre starter, comparing it to a previously discarded design. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. 86134. To Hs/Wst. from E. ----------------- E.11/HP.16.2.35. ----------------- c. Sg. Wor. By. Mx. EP. By/RD. Modified Method of Engagement for Spectre Starter. ----------------- Referring to… | ||
| scan0298 | Secret memo detailing a modified method of engagement for the Spectre starter motor. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. H6134. E. From Hs/Wst. c. to Sg. c. to Wbr. c. to By. c. to Mx. c. to EP. Hs/Wst.1/MA.18.2.35. MODIFIED METHOD OF ENGAGEMENT OF SPECTRE STARTER. Answering your E.11/HP.16.2.35., the new scheme… | ||
| scan0299 | Request for a solenoid to be made for experiments on the Spectre starter motor. | ||
| View original record | r6134. RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.6/MA.22.2.35. SPECTRE STARTER MOTOR. In connection with some experiments we are making in connection with a modified form of engagement for the above starter will you… | ||
| scan0300 | Requesting the fitment of a stronger pinion return spring to Bentley starter motor drives. | ||
| View original record | SL6134. RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.3/MA.8.3.35. BENTLEY STARTER MOTOR DRIVES. Will you please arrange to fit a stronger pinion return spring to drg. DB947 to the starter motor drives on chassis, I.B.IV,… | ||
| scan0301 | Proposal to supply a further set of starter motor gears for a Bentley 5.B.IV due to noise issues with previous sets. | ||
| View original record | RHC C.E. c. Hs/Wst. WST X6134. BY/RD3/W.11.3.35. Starter Motor for Bentley 5.B.IV. R.R.Scheme 767. As the first set of gears for this starter motor had interference and the second stubbed ones were… | ||
| scan0302 | Changing the gears for a 5.B.IV motor before a 10,000 mile test. | ||
| View original record | 26134. RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.6/MA.11.3.35. NEW GEARS FOR 5.B.IV MOTOR. The new gears for this motor for the 10,000 mile test are to piece Nos.DB986/7/8 and every endeavour should be made to have… | ||
| scan0303 | Requesting a 10,000-mile test and 500 additional starts for a starter motor. | ||
| View original record | Y6134 Hs/GWH. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.8/MA.21.3.35. Will you please make a point of observing that before starting the 10,000 mile test with 5.B.IV the gear box on the starter motor is filled with oil to… | ||
| scan0304 | Confirming the bore diameter for an experimental Bentley idler gear, DB.987. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: Master Motor File 86134 HARDY Typed: Op. Dept. c. EXPl.Dept. from Ws/Ay. Ws/Ayl/W28-3-35. RE - IDLER GEAR (REDUCTION GEAR) DB.987. BENTLEY; EXPERIMENTAL. This is to confirm our… | ||
| scan0305 | Request for the production of two geared starter motors for specific test units and chassis. | ||
| View original record | V6134. RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.1/MA.3.4.35. GEARED STARTER MOTORS. Will you please have two further geared starter motors produced for us to R.R.Sch.767 with gears to DB986-7-8. These should be… | ||
| scan0306 | Modifications to geared starter motors. | ||
| View original record | 86134 RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.3/MA.4.4.35. GEARED STARTER MOTORS. With further reference to our Hs/Wst.1/MA. 3.4.35., regarding the above will you please arrange for the drives on each of these two… | ||
| scan0307 | Order for copper field winding bar. | ||
| View original record | V6134 Roy. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.5/MA.5.4.35. Will you please order for us to order No.54101 50 ft. of copper field winding bar to drawing EL122 attached herewith. Hs/Wst. | ||
| scan0308 | Blueprint showing the cross-section of a copper bar for a starter motor. | ||
| View original record | EL122 .205" .155" .020" RAD SECTION. SCALE 4/1 COPPER BAR. STARTER MOTOR | ||
| scan0309 | Request for a set of poles to be made for a modified Spectre starter motor. | ||
| View original record | RHC. From Hs/Wst. 16134 Hs/Wst.4/MA.8.4.35. MODIFIED SPECTRE STARTER MOTOR. In connection with tests we are carrying out on the above motor will you please have made for us one set of poles to drg.… | ||
| scan0310 | Test drive report on the Phantom II (28-EX) detailing several mechanical issues. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from E. c. Hs/Wst. By/FD. Ms/FD. y6134. E.4/HP.8.4.35. re Phantom 2 - 28-EX. I drove the above car 230 miles yesterday, the first half of this at an average of 46 m.p.h.. The maximum speed… | ||
| scan0311 | Modifications to an experimental Spectre starter motor No. S1. | ||
| View original record | 6134 RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.14/MA.11.4.35. EXPERIMENTAL MODIFIED SPECTRE STARTER MOTOR NO.S1. We have asked for a new set of poles to our drg. EL129 to be made for the above motor. When these are… | ||
| scan0312 | Proposal to modify the Bentley Starter Motor to resolve a flywheel whistle issue by reverting to the 20/25 HP gear ratio. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: N6134 WST Is this OK? Rm To W.Cr. from E/Lid. c. Hs By. MX. Bentley Starter Motor. In order to overcome flywheel whistle, which is a constant source of complaint on Bentley chassis, we… | ||
| scan0313 | Agreeing to a proposal for the Bentley starter motor, on the condition of thorough testing and standardization. | ||
| View original record | No134. E/Lid. c. to Hs. c. to By. c. to Mx. Wor9/R.26.4.35. BENTLEY STARTER MOTOR. I am in agreement with the proposal contained in E/Lid.3/HP.18.4.35., but before it is introduced on production, I… | ||
| scan0314 | Requesting the modification of a Bentley starter motor for testing to eliminate flywheel whistle. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from E/Lid. c. Wor. By. Mx. [Handwritten] WST [Handwritten] 6/34. E/Lid.1/HP.29.4.35. Bentley Starter Motor. Referring to E/Lid.3/HP.18.4.35 and Wor.9/R.26.4.35, we should be glad if you would… | ||
| scan0315 | The specification for production inspection and testing of a new geared starter motor. | ||
| View original record | 6134. By. From Hs/Wst. c. to Sft/Mr.Brock. Hs/Wst.8/MA.13.5.35. We send you herewith specification of production inspection and test for the new geared starter motor. Hs/Wst. | ||
| scan0316 | Notification regarding blueprints for a starter motor drive modification for the Bentley chassis to prevent whistling. | ||
| View original record | [Strikethrough: RHC] [Strikethrough: C.E.] c. Hs/Wst. r6134. BY/RD4/W.14.5.35. Bentley chassis with smaller diameter flywheel to prevent whistling. Starter Motor Drive. Sec.8040. Please receive… | ||
| scan0317 | Special parts required to fit a geared starter motor to the 20/25 HP Chassis. | ||
| View original record | RHC C. E. c. Hs/Wst. WST 6134. BY/RD1/W.17.5.35. 20/25 H.P.Chassis. Geared Starter Motor. To fit the geared starter motor to the 20/25 H.P. chassis, the following special parts will be required on the… | ||
| scan0318 | Faulty hand starter switch for Chassis B.48.CR, which engaged without being pressed due to a fractured securing screw. | ||
| View original record | WST Y6134. Hs/Wst. K/KC/DPB/29.5.35. Chassis No.B.48.CR. Job No.4731. ------------------ We are returning to you under cover of our advice note No.4139, the hand starter switch removed from the above… | ||
| scan0319 | Proposed solution for seizing pinions on 20/25 and Bentley starter motors. | ||
| View original record | V6134. E. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.6/MA.30.5.35. 20/25 AND BENTLEY STARTER MOTORS. We had cases where the pinion on the Bijur drive has refused to engage and in one case recently which we examined we found… | ||
| scan0320 | Request to modify the solenoid on an experimental Spectre Starter Motor. | ||
| View original record | RHC. 86134. Hs/Wst.13/KW.4.6.35. Exptl: Spectre Starter Motor. Will you please have the Solenoid on this motor modified by winding one more turn on the heavy current winding, and re-winding the other… | ||
| scan0321 | Trial of an 'Oilite' bush for a seized Phantom II starter motor in a tank engine. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Wst. C.E. 86134. BY/RD1/W.1.7.35. "Phantom II" Engine in Tank. - Starter Motor - We have had some trouble with the starter motor in a tank engine refusing to operate because the pinion end bearing… | ||
| scan0322 | Testing an oilite bush to replace a bronze bush in a 40/50 starter motor for tank engines. | ||
| View original record | x6134. RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.3/MA.2.7.35. 40/50 STARTER MOTOR FOR USE IN TANK ENGINES. We wish to try out very quickly on a standard 40/50 motor an oilite bush in place of the bronze bush used at… | ||
| scan0323 | Brief summary of a meeting discussing modifications and issues with various vehicle components. | ||
| View original record | Y6134. Ha/Wst. The following is a brief summary of the meeting held on the 8th inst:- SPECTRE. Vapour Lock. Bowering will establish a figure for the reduction in float chamber temperature which can be… | ||
| scan0324 | Progress report detailing work on various car models and components. | ||
| View original record | -2- HS/Rs.14/EW.10.7.35. 20/25 HP. 19-G-IV. This is going to be demonstrated to Sg. on Friday. Dodd should therefore concentrate on getting the carburetion reasonable, etc. 21-G-IV. This will have the… | ||
| scan0325 | Action points regarding the design of a lighter propeller shaft and modifications to the brakes. | ||
| View original record | -3- Hs/Rs.14/KW.10.7.35. Propellor Shaft. Gry. should follow up the design for a lighter Hardy Spicer propellor shaft. Brakes. Martindale should follow up the reduced arc of embrace brakes, and also… | ||
| scan0326 | New drawings for the Bentley Starter Motor Drive parts and a new L.O.P. | ||
| View original record | RHO c. E. c. Hs/Wst. NST - 6134 BY/RD3/W.6.8.35. Bentley Starter Motor Drive. Section 8040. You have already tested a 4-start thread on the above drive. We have now made drawings of the parts and a… | ||
| scan0327 | Letter from Joseph Lucas Research Laboratories providing an amended cold-room test report. | ||
| View original record | Y6134. TRADE MARK THE JOSEPH LUCAS RESEARCH LABORATORIES GREAT KING STREET BIRMINGHAM 19 TELEGRAMS: 'LUCAS, BIRMINGHAM' TELEPHONE: NORTHERN 5201 (12 Lines). WHEN REPLYING PLEASE REFER TO RB/S. Your… | ||
| scan0328 | Refrigerator starter test report from The Joseph Lucas Research Laboratories. | ||
| View original record | THE JOSEPH LUCAS RESEARCH LABORATORIES BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND REFRIGERATOR REPORT NO. R.171. REF. 5/3. DATE 19th July, 1935. JLL/RB/S. B/I3 MAKE OF CAR: Rolls Royce MODEL: 20/25 YEAR: 1935 MILEAGE: TYPE… | ||
| scan0329 | Standardisation of a nut, sleeve, and stop for the Bijur Drive on a starter motor to improve engagement. | ||
| View original record | RR 755B (LH) (69654. 19-9-34) BM. 3/1832/5 COMPLETED 4.9.35. BENTLEY STANDARDISATION of PARTS. Date: 17/6/35 31.5.35. X No. 6134. Description of Parts: Nut, Sleeve and stop for Bijur Drive on starter… | ||
| scan0330 | Estimated cost of extra jigs, tools, and equipment for bringing a new part into production for the 'G' series chassis. | ||
| View original record | BENTLEY STANDARDISATION OF PARTS Est. cost of extra jigs, tools and equipment (Sft/Ws.12.8.35 £6.0.0d. Could be brought on to production at 1st chassis in 'G' series, (Sft/GH.14.8.35) without scrap.… | ||
| scan0331 | Standardisation of starter motor gears with a modified tooth form to improve wear and reduce noise. | ||
| View original record | COMPLETED 4.9.35. RR 755B (BH) (39654. 19-9-34) BM 3/1832/5. BENTLEY STANDARDISATION of PARTS. Date 25.6.35. Handwritten date: 12.8.35 X No. 6134. Drawing No. Part List Description of Parts. STARTER… | ||
| scan0332 | Cost estimate for extra jigs, tools, and equipment for the 'G' series chassis production. | ||
| View original record | STANDARDISATION OF PARTS Est. cost of extra jigs, tools and equipment (Sft/Ws 28.6.35) £2.0.0. Could be brought on to production at 1st chassis in "G" series, (Sft/GH.11.7.35) without scrap. [Stamp]… | ||
| scan0333 | Request to manufacture an engaging solenoid for an experimental Phantom III starter motor. | ||
| View original record | 86134. RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.12/MA.17.10.35. EXPERIMENTAL PHANTOM III STARTER MOTOR. Will you please have another engaging solenoid made for us as per details EL.102, 3, 4, 5, & 6. We have a… | ||
| scan0334 | Experimental department report on preliminary tests of a new starter motor scheme. | ||
| View original record | 6134. EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT REPORT. REFERENCE :- Hs/Wst.1/MA.26.10.35. Subject of Report:- Preliminary tests on new starter motor scheme as outlined in Hs/Wst.7/MA.7.2.35. General Conclusions :-… | ||
| scan0335 | Modified method of engagement for the Phantom III starter motor. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Wst.1/MA.26.10.35. MODIFIED METHOD OF ENGAGEMENT FOR PHANTOM III STARTER MOTOR. With further reference to our Hs/Wst.7/MA.7.2.35., we have now completed preliminary tests on the scheme outlined. A… | ||
| scan0336 | Blueprint graph showing Brake Horse Power curves for standard and modified Phantom III starter motors. | ||
| View original record | B.H.P. CURVES OF PHANTOM III STARTER MOTORS B.H.P. STANDARD MOTOR MODIFIED WITHOUT TEAZER FIELD. STANDARD MOTOR. TORQUE (LB-Ins) Y-Axis Values: 0, .3, .6, .9, 1.2, 1.5 X-Axis Values: 0, 30, 60, 90,… | ||
| scan0337 | Request to fit geared starter motors to several chassis models due to starting issues in cold conditions. | ||
| View original record | 86134 RHC. From Hs/Wst, Hs/Wst.1/MA.9.11.35. 20/25 GEARED STARTERS. Will you please have made and fitted to chassis GAE20, 18.G.IV, 19.G.IV and 20.G.IV, geared starter motors of the latest type as it… | ||
| scan0338 | Cold starting tests performed on a Phantom III chassis in an ice room at Messrs. Lucas. | ||
| View original record | chassis starter 26134 Hs/Rm. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.4/MA.14.11.35. COLD STARTING ON PHANTOM III CHASSIS - 35-EX. - IN MESSRS.LUCAS ICE ROOM. This car was frozen in Messrs.Lucas ice room to a temperature… | ||
| scan0339 | Request for details regarding the Phantom III starter motor solenoid for testing purposes. | ||
| View original record | 86134. RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.3/MA.28.11.35. PHANTOM III STARTER MOTOR SOLENOID. Will you please have one off the following details made for us as soon aspossible for fitting to the above, which we… | ||
| scan0340 | Poor cold-start performance of the Phantom III starter motor and proposing modifications. | ||
| View original record | 86134 E. From Hs/Wst. c. to By/RD. Hs/Wst.9/MA.29.11.35. PHANTOM III STARTER MOTOR. The recent cold starting tests we carried out on an experimental Phantom III chassis showed that the motor was… | ||
| scan0341 | Letter to Messrs. Joseph Lucas, Ltd. requesting the use of their cold chamber for cold starting tests. | ||
| View original record | V6134 Hs/Wst.6/MA. 29th November, 1935. Messrs.Joseph Lucas, Ltd., Great King Street, BIRMINGHAM, 19. For the attention of Mr.Barrington. (Laboratory.) Dear Sir, We are anxious to carry out further… | ||
| scan0342 | Letter from Joseph Lucas Research Laboratories regarding the availability of a cold room for vehicle testing. | ||
| View original record | TRADE MARK 86134 THE JOSEPH LUCAS RESEARCH LABORATORIES TELEGRAMS: "LUCAS, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: NORTHERN 5201 (12 Lines) GREAT KING STREET BIRMINGHAM 19 WHEN REPLYING PLEASE REFER TO RB/W. 30th… | ||
| scan0343 | Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. deferring a visit for cold room testing due to changes to induction pipes. | ||
| View original record | r6134 Hs/Wst.4/MA. 3rd December, 1935. Messrs.Joseph Lucas, Ltd., Great King Street, Birmingham, 19. For the attention of Mr.R.Barrington, Laboratory. Dear Sir, We beg to thank you for your letter of… | ||
| scan0344 | Providing further details for an experimental Phantom III starter motor solenoid. | ||
| View original record | 86134. RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.7/MA.4.12.35. PHANTOM III STARTER MOTOR SOLENOID. With reference to the above which you are making up for us, we now attach further details - EL.102, EL.243, 4, 5 to… | ||
| scan0345 | 40/50 engine tank starter motor fitted with an 'Oilite' driving end bearing bush. | ||
| View original record | 26134 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT REPORT. REFERENCE :- Hs/Wst.7/MA.5.12.35. Subject of Report:- 40/50 engine tank starter motor fitted with "Oilite" driving end bearing bush. General Conclusions :- Very… | ||
| scan0346 | Test results comparing an 'Oilite' bush with a standard bearing on a Phantom II engine starter motor. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Wst.7/MA.5.12.35. STARTER MOTOR ON PHANTOM II ENGINE IN TANK. We have now carried out tests on a motor fitted with an "Oilite" bush in the driving end bearing as requested in Ry/RD.1/W.1.7.35. Our… | ||
| scan0347 | Bearing tests, noting performance and suggesting alternative materials and further testing. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Wst.7/MA.5.12.35. Cont'd. Standard bearing, through a reduction gear of 15.66:1 Torque 900 lb ins, armature speed 700 R.P.M. Run under this condition for 5 minutes. BHP. 648. It was noticed… | ||
| scan0348 | Modified starter motor engagement scheme for the Phantom III chassis. | ||
| View original record | Wst 86134 MODIFIED SCHEME OF STARTER MOTOR ENGAGEMENT FOR PHANTOM III CHASSIS. The starter motor is arranged with a hollow shaft with a movable pinion capable of sliding horizontally along internal… | ||
| scan0349 | Technical memorandum comparing a proposed starter motor engagement scheme with an existing one. | ||
| View original record | -2- The engaging solenoid is prevented from re-engaging the pinion, should the starter button not be released when the engine fires, due to the fact that the E.M.F across the motor is fairly high with… | ||
| scan0350 | Circuit diagram detailing a motor system including windings and a main switch. | ||
| View original record | -3- (6) The system will be more efficient as the volt-drop occasioned by taking the heavy cable up the dash board to the main switch will be obviated. A diagram of the scheme is shewn below. ENGAGING… | ||
| scan0351 | Wiring diagram for a Scintilla RA 1.3 HP 12V starter motor. | ||
| View original record | Starter motor (Chassis) SCINTILLA. R.A. 1.3 H.P - 12v 92857 S6134 MAIN CONTACTS. + SOLENOID + MAIN. | ||
| scan0352 | Request for starting torques and curves to compare the Phantom III and Phantom II engines and starter motors. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Tmr. WST V6134 E.2/HP.13.12.35. c. Hs/Wst. By/RD. EJNR./Tem. Starting Torques. We are very anxious to have the starting torques of the Phantom 3 engine compared with the Phantom 2, and also… | ||
| scan0353 | Cold starting torque data for the Phantom III chassis and attached brake test curves. | ||
| View original record | E. From Hs/Wst. c. to By/RD. c. to E/Tsn. 86134. Hs/Wst.9/MA.14.12.35. STARTING TORQUES. Replying to your E.2/HP.13.12.35., we have no available data referring to the cold starting torque of the… | ||
| scan0354 | New flywheel gear ring for the Phantom III chassis to increase the starter motor gear ratio. | ||
| View original record | PIII starter motor G6134 To. RHC, c.c. Ws/TD. c.c. E. c. Mr. West. (Exptl. Dept). BY/TWD7/E.31.12.35. PHANTOM III. CHASSIS. FLYWHEEL & CLUTCH. SECTION 6000. Please receive herewith two blue prints of… | ||
| scan0355 | Notice regarding new parts required to produce a new starter motor armature and pinion for a Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | RHO. c. E. c. Hs/Wst. 6134 BY/RD5/W.17.1.36. "PHANTOM III". STARTER MOTOR. GEAR RATIO 18.500 : 1 Please receive herewith blue prints of new parts required to produce a new starter motor armature and… | ||
| scan0356 | Requesting a new 18.5 to 1 starter gear ratio for chassis 36-EX and 37-EX, detailing the required part modifications. | ||
| View original record | 86134. To RHC. Hs/Wst.13/JH.22.1.36. Chassis 36-EX & 37-EX. On these two chassis we wish to have the new 18.5 to 1 gear ratio on the starter. This will entail a new flywheel gear ring (already… | ||
| scan0357 | Letter from an automotive components supplier regarding a 'Synchro-Start' car starter device. | ||
| View original record | LONDON Telephone: HOLBORN 9200 Telegrams: MILLIMEX MAINZ PARIS ALFRED P. MILL AUTOMOTIVE COMPONENTS (APM) SENTINEL HOUSE, SOUTHAMPTON ROW, LONDON, W.C.1. ENGLAND. Your Ref:— My Ref:— APM/JRC February… | ||
| scan0358 | Circuit diagram for the 'SYNCHRO-START' system, noting U.S. and Foreign Patents. | ||
| View original record | 'SYNCHRO-START' U.S. and Foreign Patents Circuit Diagram STARTER ACC. Gen. Ammr ALFRED P. MILL London Paris Mainz Car Starter 86134 | ||
| scan0359 | Description of the 'Synchro-Start' efficient automatic starter system. | ||
| View original record | SYNCHRO-START THE EFFICIENT AUTOMATIC STARTER The following description should be disassociated from any previous experience with such a device. Heretofore, such equipment has been subjected to, and… | ||
| scan0360 | The features, benefits, and operation of the SYNCHRO-START system. | ||
| View original record | In the event of a stall on a hill, SYNCHRO-START will prevent the car rolling backwards and permit the driver entire freedom. The engine will be re-started as soon as the accelerator pedal is… | ||
| scan0361 | Technical explanation of the Synchro-Start system's operation and its influence on the ignition. | ||
| View original record | is off. The electrical circuits are dead, of course, in these circumstances. When the ignition key is turned, and at starting speeds, the speed of the make and break interruptions is not sufficient to… | ||
| scan0362 | Performance report detailing the benefits of a 'SYNCHRO-START' system, including test results and reliability claims. | ||
| View original record | discharge more rapidly, inasmuch as both the primaries are in parallel. Thus, the spark is concentrated and combustion materially improved. On test bench, this result is shown by an inch of mercury… | ||
| scan0363 | Standardisation of the geared starter motor to align it with the Bentley standard. | ||
| View original record | RR 755A (SH) (57312. 29-12-33) BM 3/640/2 COMPLETED 13.2.36. 20/25 STANDARDISATION OF PARTS. Date: 18.9.35 (crossed out) 24-10-35 X No. 6134. Drawing No. Part List Description of Parts: GEARED STARTER… | ||
| scan0364 | Estimated cost of extra jigs, tools and equipment with a cost comparison between an old and new part. | ||
| View original record | Estimated cost of extra jigs, tools and equipment (Sft/Ws.11.10.35) £5.0.0. Could be brought on to production at the first chassis in 'L' series. Material Labour Scharges Total £. s. d £. s. d £. s. d… | ||
| scan0365 | Modification to the geared starter motor pinion bush to prevent it from sticking in cold weather. | ||
| View original record | X6134 To By. c. to E. c. to Da. c. to RHC. c. to GWH. Hs/FD.3/KW.20.2.36. Geared Starter Motor Pinion. To prevent the starter motor pinion from sticking in cold weather, due to the oil film on the… | ||
| scan0366 | Proposed alteration to the starter motor pinion bush for the 25/30 and Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | X6134 Hs. C.E. C.DA. C.RHC. Rm BY/Cgh.9/G.4.3.36. 25/30 and BENTLEY CHASSIS - STARTER MOTOR PINION. With reference to Hs/FD.3/KW.20.2.36. in view of the fact that the proposal is to cut away about 75%… | ||
| scan0367 | Request to update Test Car 32-EX with a new starter motor gear ratio and a new type of cutout. | ||
| View original record | r6134. To RHC. Hs/Wst.11/JH.4.3.36. 10,000 Miles Test Car 32-EX. In order to bring 32-EX up to date, for its 10,000 miles test, the starter motor should have the new gear ratio of 18.5 : 1, to… | ||
| scan0368 | Promotional brochure for the Synchro-Start automatic starter control system, detailing its features, benefits, and installation. | ||
| View original record | SYNCHRO-START Dependable Automatic Starting PLUS SPEED POWER SAFETY ECONOMY [Text on the product image] SYNCHRO-START AND BOOSTER U 179 6 V SERIAL NO. [illegible] MODEL [illegible] SYNCHRO-START… | ||
| scan0369 | Promotional document outlining the benefits of the Synchro-Start system under the categories of economy, safety, convenience, and power. | ||
| View original record | PROVEN and Interesting FACTS About Synchro-Start ECONOMY 1. An increase of mileage per gallon is achieved by SYNCHRO-START. 2. Battery current is saved due to less cranking, quicker starting and “live… | ||