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scan0001 Testing of six 'Lodge' Ignition Plugs.
View original record R.R. 657. (100H) (XX. 831. 27.5.13) E.P. 4330. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. W.TELEGRAMS "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES : 476 (Four Lines). Names and Indicating letter. A Mr. ADAMS By Mr.…

scan0002 The testing of 12 weatherproof Lodge Plugs on experimental cars.
View original record R.R. 657. (100H) (XX 426. 18.9.13) E.P. 4985. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (FOUR LINES). Names and Indicating letter. Initial of person…

scan0003 Opinion from the Experimental Department on six sample Lodge Ignition Plugs.
View original record R.R. 657. (100H) (VV 88. 19.11.13) B.F. 5408. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, F.R. NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (FOUR LINES). Names and Indicating letter. Initial of…

scan0004 Test report on twelve submitted Lodge Weatherproof Model X601 spark plugs.
View original record R.R. 657. (100H) (VV 88. 19.11.13) E.P. 5408. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (FOUR LINES). [Stamped in red ink: F.R.] Names and Indicating…

scan0005 The testing and comparison of Lodge sparking plugs against Bosch models.
View original record From Exp. Dept. Copies for: J. R. Na. Wor/EI4/L26114. January 26th. 1914. Report on Lodge Sparking Plugs. X.601. These plugs are now practically a copy of the Bosch, they use the same kind of…

scan0006 Partial sentence from sheet 2 of a document regarding an ebonite cover.
View original record Wor/EH4/L26114. Sheet. 2 the ebonite cover when it becomes very hot.

scan0007 Experiments on 'Lodge' Sparking Plugs, attaching a report and seeking Mr. Royce's view on standardisation.
View original record Re "Lodge" Sparking Plugs. X.601. J. R. Na. WOR/Mcr26/026114. 26/1/14. The origin of these two experiments were requests from the Order Office - JR10/B26613, and JR15/B41113. We attach herewith Mr.…

scan0008 Testing of 'Lodge' Sparking Plugs as a domestic alternative to Bosch.
View original record C O P Y. COPY. R7/P 29. 1. 14. To Wor. from R. Copy to J. Copy to Na. Copy to Mr. Hives. --------------------------- Re "Lodge" Sparking Plugs. X. 601. --------------------------------- With reference…

scan0009 Copy of a letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding order AG902 for spark plugs with 2-point gaps and new steel spigots.
View original record C O P Y of letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd., RUGBY. February 3rd 1914. Order No. AG902. Dear Sirs, We are in receipt of your esteemed Order No. AG902 for which we beg to thank you, and…

scan0010 Suggestion by Mr. Royce to experiment with and order Lodge Sparking Plugs.
View original record R.R. 657. (100H) (VV 240. 17.12.13) E.P. 5598. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (Four Lines). Enclosure [Stamp] Names and indicating letter.…

scan0011 Documents regarding Lodge Sparking Plugs for Mr. Johnson's information.
View original record R.R. 647 (100 H.) (U.U. 786.-23-12-13.) B. & H. 1313. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED 14 & 15, CONDUIT STREET, LONDON, W. TELEGRAMS: "ROLHEAD," REG., LONDON. Initial of person addressed: Wor. CJ1/IW6214 Re Lodge…

scan0012 Correspondence regarding the testing and development of Lodge sparking plugs.
View original record R.R. 657. (100H) (VV.400. 19.1.14) E.P. 5828. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (FOUR LINES). Wor/Mcrll/L6214. Re Lodge Sparking Plugs. X.601…

scan0013 The stock of Lodge Plugs.
View original record R.R. 657. (100H) (VV 240. 17.12.13) E.P. 5598. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (FOUR LINES). Names and Indicating letter. Initial of person…

scan0014 Requests for testing different models of Lodge sparking plugs.
View original record Wor/Mcrl/L7214. Re Lodge Sparking Plugs. X.601. Js. 7-2-14. In response to your memo CJ1/IW6214, we give below copies of the two memos you require, namely JR10/B26613 and JR15/B41113. "Herewith six…

scan0015 'Lodge' Sparking Plugs, including Mr. Hives' remarks on their design.
View original record Re "Lodge" Sparking Plugs. X.681. Na. WOR/Mcr14/010214. 10/2/14. Your memo Na21/IB5214 requested us to get the opinion of the Experimental Dept., on an attached letter (copy) from the Lodge Sparking…

scan0016 Requesting a comparison between Reflex, Lodge, and Bosch sparking plugs.
View original record R.R 235A. (150 H) (V.V. 782 27.3.14) G. 0442. COPY. To Wor. from R. Copy to J. Copy to E. Copy to Pd. 30414 X601 RE REFLEX SPARKING PLUGS. X. 1244. In connection with Experiment 1244, Sparking Plugs,…

scan0017 Extract from Mr. Hives's report on a 10,000-mile engine bench test, detailing the performance of Bosch and Lodge spark plugs.
View original record X. 601 X.878. Extract from Mr. Hives's report, Wor/EH14/L19614, on 10,000 mile Engine Bench Test. This test is now completed, it has run for :- 95 hours at 2500 revs. equal to 7125 miles. 56 " " 2250…

scan0018 Recommending Lodge sparking plugs over Bosch based on mileage and bench testing.
View original record R.R. 235a (150 H) (W.W. 428. 17-6-14) G. 0626. From Exp. Dept. Copy to J. Copy to R. Copy to Na. E 23714 Wor/EH11/B18714. July 16th. 1914. Re Sparking Plugs. I recommend that we use Lodge plugs, we…

scan0019 Testing and comparison of Lodge and Bosch sparking plugs.
View original record Wor/Mcr20/L21714. Re Lodge Sparking Plugs. - X.601 Bosch Sparking Plugs - X.878 J. 21-7-14. R. Na. Samples of Lodge standard Plugs and also water-proof models were obtained E237/14 last year and a…

scan0020 From Mr. Hives recommending the use of new type Bosch or Lodge Plugs.
View original record H.R. 236A (150 H) (V V. 681 12-3-14) G. 0414. COPY. To E. from R. Copy to Pd. Copy to EH.-24/7/14 Copy to Na. R11/P 21. 7. 14. Mr. Hives says that the new type Bosch or the Lodge Plugs should be used.…

scan0021 Recommendation to use three-pointer Lodge Sparking Plugs following positive results from severe testing.
View original record COPY. To E. from R. Copy to J. Copy to Na. Copy to EH-27/14 R5/P 24. 7. 14. Sparking Plugs. So far as our reports go, Mr. Hives says that the Lodge Plugs have given the best results during the very…

scan0022 The standardisation of Lodge ignition plugs over Bosch and the inadvisability of the Bosch electric lighting system.
View original record [Stamp, Inverted] COPY. [Handwritten] Copies sent to E and Na [Handwritten, sideways] X601 COPY. Posted 25th. August 1914. R3/P 4.8.14. To J. from R. ________________ With reference to the question of…

scan0023 Request for three replacement Lodge Plugs for chassis 58NA due to a broken porcelain.
View original record C O P Y. COPY. R9/B19814. 19th August 1914. To Wor. from R. Copy to J. Copy to Hy. " " Hives. 21/8/14. Re Lodge Plugs. I should be glad if you would kindly send me three Lodge Plugs. One of the plugs…

scan0024 To Mr Mills regarding an issue with despatching three Lodge Plugs to Mr Royce.
View original record Wor/Mcr18/L21814. Re Lodge Plugs. X.601 Mr Mills. 21-8-14. Further to our sheet Wor/Mcr8/L21814 advising you that we were sending 3 Lodge Plugs into the Stores for despatch to Mr Royce. We now find…

scan0025 The standardisation of ignition plugs.
View original record Wor/Mcr13/L1914. Re Ignition Plugs. E. (PHD). 1-9-14. Na.c. We attach herewith a copy of Mr Royce's memo R3/P 4.8.14 re the standardisation of the above. Please note Mr Johnson also agrees to the…

scan0026 Internal order for one dozen Lodge double pole sparking plugs for the Experimental Department.
View original record R.R. 235A (150 H) (W.W. 868. 23-10-14) G. 0796. Wor/Mcr3/L121114. Re Lodge Sparking Plugs. - X.601 Order Office. 12-11-14 Kindly order one dozen Lodge double pole Plugs for the Experimental Dept. p.…

scan0027 The extensive testing and comparison of Lodge Sparking Plugs against Bosch plugs.
View original record R.R. 235A (150 H) (W.W. 868. 23-10-14) G. 0796. Wor/Mcr7/L181114 Re Sparking Plugs. X601 Wor. 18-11-14. With reference to Mr Johnson's memo J5/IW171114, we wish to state that we recently made some…

scan0028 Performance of Lodge plugs and their standardization.
View original record V. 868. 23-10-14) G. 0796. WoR/Mcr7/L181114 -2- without failure, they are as good as Bosch for slow running and he recommended the 3 pointer Lodge Plug with standard terminal for use. One would think,…

scan0029 The testing of new C2 type Lodge sparking plugs for 1915 demands.
View original record R.R. 657. (100H) (WW. 835. 13.10.14.) E.P. 7366. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (FOUR LINES). Names and Indicating letter. A Mr. ADAMS By Mr.…

scan0030 The testing of new 'C2' Lodge sparking plugs for potential supply in 1915.
View original record R.R. 657. (100H) (WW. 835. 13.10.14.) E.P. 7566. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (Four Lines). Names and Indicating letter. Initial of person…

scan0031 Report from Mr. Hives on a new design of Lodge Sparking Plugs, recommending testing and further inquiry.
View original record Wor/Mcrll/L141214. Re Lodge Sparking Plugs. - X.601 Na. 14-12-14. With reference to the Lodge Sparking Plugs sent under cover of your memo JR10/J51214, Mr Hives reports as follows :- "These plugs are…

scan0032 For the Experimental Department regarding Sparking Plugs and an attached letter from Lodge.
View original record R.R. 657. (100H) (WW. 835. 13.10.14.) E.P. 7366. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (FOUR LINES). Names and Indicating letter. A Mr. ADAMS By Mr.…

scan0033 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding a change in spark plug design due to material supply issues from Germany.
View original record COPY. The Lodge Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., BIRMINGHAM. DECEMBER 17th.1914. Messrs Rolls Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, DERBY. Dear Sirs, Your Ref: JR1/J151214. We are in receipt of your letter of the 15th…

scan0034 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. concerning the supply of an older plug design for order No. AP577.
View original record -2- With reference to your order No.AP577, we shall be delivering the old design of plug to this order, and therefore we hope that by the time this order is complete, you will have been able to…

scan0035 Experimental job on Lodge Sparking Plugs.
View original record [Header] (.968. 17.IX.14.) E.P. 7593. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (FOUR LINES). [Routing List] Names and Indicating letter. | Initial of…

scan0036 The performance and testing of Lodge Sparking Plugs on a demonstration car and dynamometer.
View original record (968. 17.II.14.) E.P. 7593. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (Four Lines). Names and Indicating letter. Initial of person addressed. A Mr.…

scan0037 Request for test results on the new 1915 pattern 18 m/m Lodge Sparking Plug.
View original record R.R. 657. (100H) (WW.742. 8.9.14.) E.P. 7191. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (FOUR LINES). X601 Names and indicating letter. Initial of…

scan0038 Previously sent report on Lodge Sparking Plugs.
View original record Wor/Mcr12/L22115. Re Lodge Sparking Plugs. - X.601. Na. 22.1.15. In reply to your memo GAE19/Z21115, we wish to state that a report has already been sent to you on these Plugs by Mr Platford, see…

scan0039 Requesting a separate report on Lodge sparking plugs from the Experimental Department.
View original record R.R. 657. (100H) (WW.742. 8.9.14.) E.P. 7191. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (FOUR LINES). Names and Indicating letter. Initial of person…

scan0040 Internal query regarding a response about Bosch plugs.
View original record R.R. 657. (100H) (SA. 73. 16.12.14.) E.P. 7758. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (FOUR LINES). Names and Indicating letter. Initial of person…

scan0041 Extract from a letter by chauffeur Arthur Botting to Mrs. Smith regarding the use of Bosch Plugs.
View original record EXTRACT OF LETTER FROM ARTHUR BOTTING, CHAUFFEUR TO -MRS. SMITH, DATED 2nd. FEBRUARY. 1915. z I would like to know, Sir, in view of the present unfortunate circumstances, if you are still using Bosch…

scan0042 Switching from German Bosch spark plugs to Lodge plugs due to wartime material shortages.
View original record Wor/Mcr1/L8215. X 607 Re Plugs of German manufacture. D. 8.2.15. In reply to your memo D64/OS4215, we should certainly inform Mrs Smith's chauffeur that we are not still using Bosch Plugs but that for…

scan0043 The testing of a new model, which is deemed less satisfactory than the old one but still the best currently obtainable.
View original record -2- another type which they state is absolutely as satisfactory and they do not consider that we could possibly detect any difference, in fact they think it will be more reliable. We have tested this…

scan0044 Chasing the Experimental Department's report on Lodge Sparking Plugs.
View original record R.R. 657. (100H) (SA. 73. 16.12.14.) E.P. 7758. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (FOUR LINES). Names and Indicating letter. Initial of person…

scan0045 Reply regarding Lodge Sparking Plugs.
View original record R.R. 657. (100H) (W.W. 968. 17.11.14.) E.P. 7593. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (FOUR LINES). Names and Indicating letter. Initial of person…

scan0046 Follow-up letter regarding correspondence from Botting about Bosch Plugs.
View original record R.R. 657. (100H) (SA. 73. 16.12.14.) E.P. 7758. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: 'ROYCAR,' DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (FOUR LINES). [STAMP: F.R.] Names and Indicating letter. |…

scan0047 Confirming a previous reply regarding plugs of German manufacture.
View original record Wor/Mcr6/L20215. Re Plugs of German manufacture. D. 20.2.15. We are in receipt of your letter D46/L19215 urging reply to a memo of yours of 4/2/15. We would like to state that this memo was replied to…

scan0048 Chasing an overdue Experimental Department report on Lodge Sparking Plugs.
View original record R.R. 657. (100H) (W.W. 968. 17.II.14.) E.P. 7593. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (FOUR LINES). Names and Indicating letter. Initial of person…

scan0049 The testing of Lodge Sparking Plugs.
View original record R.R. 235a (150 H) (S.A. 200. 25-1-15) G. 0900. Wor/Mcr7/L24215. Re Lodge Sparking Plugs. - X.601 Order Office. 24.2.15. In reply to your various memos re the above, references GEA, kindly note that Mr…

scan0050 Experimental Department report on Lodge Sparking Plugs.
View original record R.R. 657. (100H) (WW. 968. 17.11.14.) E.P. 7593. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (Four Lines). Names and Indicating letter. Initial of person…

scan0051 Engine pre-ignition issues caused by standard Lodge plugs, with a resolution using mica-insulated Lodge Aero plugs.
View original record Pre-Ignitions. Extract from Wor/y A19/L 8.3.16 or 200 HP Aero Engine. As soon as we got the engine running well with the cylinders at normal temperature we were troubled with pre-ignitions, it was due…

scan0052 Issues with an overheated and cracked Lodge spark plug, suggesting alternatives and further action.
View original record C O P Y. -13315- To Wor. for EH. from R. Copy to J. " " Na. COPY. R1/IB11315. March 11th.1915. ZC601 Re Lodge Plug. The Lodge plug sent to me has evidently been over-heated and the porcelain cracked.…

scan0053 Report on the C.2 type Lodge Sparking Plugs.
View original record R.R. 657. (100H) (SA. 208. 25.1.15.) E.P. 7953. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (Four Lines). Names and Indicating letter. | Initial of person…

scan0054 Enquiry about Lodge Ignition Plugs.
View original record ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (Four Lines). Names and Indicating letter. Initial of person addressed. A Mr. ADAMS Ax Mr. ALEXEIEFF By Mr.…

scan0055 The unsatisfactory performance and various troubles experienced with Lodge ignition plugs during testing.
View original record Re Lodge Ignition Plugs. Na. EP18/L24315. As previously reported, these plugs have not been entirely satisfactory on cars on test. The following are troubles which we are experiencing with same ;- 1.…

scan0056 Performance of different ignition plugs, comparing them to the Bosch type and suggesting tests on Lodge 'Mica' type plugs.
View original record - 2 - later plugs seem somewhat of an improvement but do not compare favourably as yet with the Bosch type of plug. I think, therefore, that we should still experiment with ignition plugs and try to…

scan0057 Urgent request for a report on the type C.2 Lodge Sparking Plugs.
View original record Wor/Mcr3/L25315. Re Lodge Sparking Plugs. X.601 Mr Hives. 25.3.15. EP. We shall be glad to know whether you can yet report on the type C.2 Lodge Sparking Plugs. This information is wanted urgently by…

scan0058 Lodge Sparking Plugs, type C.2 X.601, recommending their adoption as standard.
View original record From Exp. Dept. Copies for: J. R. E. Na. Wor/EH3/L26315. March 26th. 1915. Report on Lodge Sparking Plugs type C.2 X.601 The insulation material for the Lodge Plug which was adopted as standard some…

scan0059 Sparking plug failures and excessive lubrication issues in the 225 HP Aero Engine.
View original record C O P Y. 601 To Wor. for EH. from R. Copy to J. R5/IB12715. July 12th. 1915. Re 225 HP Aero Engine. With reference to the failure of the sparking plugs, we presume that these are Lodge porcelain ones.…

scan0060 Extract discussing the failure of Lodge porcelain sparking plugs and potential causes.
View original record EXTRACT FROM R5/IB12715 of JULY 12th, 1915. RE X.601 - LODGE SPARKING PLUGS. With reference to the failure of the sparking plugs, we presume that these are Lodge porcelain ones. You do not state in…

scan0061 Issues with sparking plugs following a meeting with a Lodge representative.
View original record To R. from EH. Copy to J. Wor/EH5/L91115. November 9th. 1915. Re Sparking Plugs. We have had a Lodge representative call at the Works and we have explained to him the troubles we have with the plugs.…

scan0062 Design and performance of different types of spark plugs, specifically comparing mica and pot insulation.
View original record /EH5/L91115. 2. metal on the centre stem, their idea is that this thick portion of the stem is only separated from the plug body by a wrapping of mica and that the heat will be conducted through the…

scan0063 Cover memo forwarding a letter from Lodge Sparking Plug Co. and a memo from Mr. Nadin to Mr. Hives for his remarks.
View original record x601 Mr. Hives. EP5/T/L211215. I attach herewith letter received from the Lodge Sparking Plug Co. of the 18th inst, also copy of memo from Mr. Nadin. Will you please return these to me with your…

scan0064 Communication with the Lodge Sparking Plug Company, attaching their reply and asking for instructions.
View original record [Typed] No/S6/LG201215. EP. Please note we again communicated with the Lodge Sparking Plug Company in accordance with your suggestions, and we attach herewith copy of their reply. Will you kindly let…

scan0065 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. regarding issues with over-heating in Model 'K' plugs.
View original record 2721 O (21-01-21 40 H 2) (H 005) A.822.N.22 Copy of letter received from:- The Lodge Sparking Plug Co.,Ltd., R U G B Y. Messrs Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby. 18th, Dec.1915. Dear Sirs, We are in receipt of…

scan0066 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Co., Ltd. regarding the need for performance information to modify spark plug designs.
View original record electrical leakage surface and thereby reduce the tendency to pre-ignition. We trust that you will appreciate that we are dependent upon you to supply us with information regarding the behaviour of…

scan0067 Successful use of Lodge model K spark plugs on the 75 HP and 250 HP engines.
View original record Re Sparking Plugs. By. 8.1.16. EHL/LS116. Na. On the 75 HP engine we have had considerable success with the Lodge model K plug with the disc spark gap instead of the single point. Mr Platford has also…

scan0068 Standardization of Lodge Racing Air-Cooled plugs to resolve an overoiling issue.
View original record [Handwritten top]: Mr Hulse X601 4-9-16 can you fix this question up [Handwritten left]: By [Typed]: By C.Wor for E.H. [C.Wor is struck through] [Typed]: EP/T18/F29816. Re Oiling up of Plugs.…

scan0069 Extract regarding complaints about Lodge sparking plugs on the 'Eagle' engine.
View original record EXTRACT FROM EH1/DB24816 of AUGUST 24th, 1916. RE X.601 - LODGE SPARKING PLUGS. RE COMPLAINTS BROUGHT FORWARD BY LIEUT. HALLAM ON "EAGLE" ENGINE. From Lieut. Hallam's report, it appears as if the…

scan0070 Sparking plug troubles on the 300 HP Eagle 'B' Engine.
View original record R.R. 235 a (400 T) (S.C. 536. 15-2-16) G. 1546. COPY. EH2/D6916. September 6th 1916. To R. from EH. c. to J. c. to Na. c. to EP. c. to By. c. to E. c. to Da. Exp. No. 3 00 HP EAGLE "B" ENGINE. X.2089.…

scan0071 The supply and ordering of Lodge model 'K' sparking plugs.
View original record [Typed Text] To Mr. Clarke from Wd. U. Wd4/IB11116. November 1st. 1916. Re Lodge Sparking Plugs. On the 11th. of September we passed the Lodge Sparking Plug Co. an order for 3,000 model "K" plugs,…

scan0072 The performance and ordering of Lodge Sparking Plugs, with a specification change for the shank gap.
View original record R.R. 335 a (400 T) (S C. 536 15-2-15) G. 1546. EFC3/T41116 Nov. 4th. 1916. To WD. from EFC. Re - Lodge Sparking Plugs. In answer to your memo WD4/LB11116., re the above, a decision has now been…

scan0073 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding spark plug orders and gap size alterations.
View original record R.R. 235 A (400 T) (S.C. 536. 15-2-16) G. 1546. Wd/W19/E271116. X 601 BH/HB 28th. Nov. 1916. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road. Derby. Dear Sirs, We are in receipt of your letter of the 27th…

scan0074 Agreeing to a new spark gap for Model 'K' Lodge Sparking Plugs but criticising the lack of consultation.
View original record R.R. 235 B (200 T) S.C. 536. 15-2-16) G. 1547. Wd. c. to Mr.Clark, Ex. Dept. EP/T10/F281116. X.601. Re Model "K" Lodge Sparking Plugs. Replying to your memo Wd/W6/E251116, we are quite agreeable to…

scan0075 To Mr. Clark regarding an instruction to the Lodge Sparking Plug Co. to proceed with a spark plug order as is, due to tooling delays.
View original record Mr. Clark. 29.11.16. X.601 Wd/W2/E291116. With reference to the attached letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Co., please note, we have instructed them to proceed with the present order for plugs…

scan0076 Orders for Lodge Sparking Plugs with different spark gap specifications.
View original record To Wd. from EFC. EFC2/T51216. 5th. December 1916 X.601 RE LODGE SPARKING PLUGS. Re your memo Wd/W2/E291116, we note that you have ordered a further batch of 3000 Sparking Plugs with 20/1000ths spark…

scan0077 Complaint about the uniformity of spark plug gaps and the supplier's feedback on new specifications.
View original record R.R. 255 a (400 T) (S.C. 536. 15-8-16) G. 1546. Lodge Sparking Plug Co.Ltd. Mr. Clarke. Wd5/NJ181216. 18th December, 1916. C. to EP. X.601 We are in receipt of a letter from these people dated the…

scan0078 Specified gap for Lodge sparking plugs, justifying the 15/1000 inch measurement.
View original record To Wd. from EFC. c. to EP. EFC-1/T201216. December 20th 1916 X.601. RE - LODGE SPARKING PLUGS. In answer to your memo Wd5/NJ/181216, we are still of the opinion that it will be advisable to specify…

scan0079 Agreeing to an order for Lodge sparking plugs with a specified minimum annular gap.
View original record X.601. Wd. To for Mr. Clark, Experimental Dept. from E.P. Copy to Wd FP/T13/T201216. Re Lodge Sparking Plugs. ---------- With reference to your memo EFC 1/T201216, we agree that Lodge plugs with 15…

scan0080 Specified gap for a new batch order of Lodge sparking plugs.
View original record To Wd. from EFC. Copy to By. " " RH. " " EF. EHC2/T211216. 21st December 1916 X.601. RE - LODGE SPARKING PLUGS. Judging from the correspondence that has taken place re - orders for the above plugs,…

scan0081 Letter discussing sparking plug gap size specifications and associated tooling costs with supplier Lodge.
View original record COPY To EP. } from BY. EH. } 3rd. January 1917. BY12/G3117. X.601 RE SPARKING PLUGS. We cannot seem to get the above matter settled. I am sending you an extract from the Lodge letter of the 2nd.…

scan0082 Letter quoting correspondence from Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding their 1917 catalogue.
View original record R.R. 235 A (400 T) S.C. 538. 15-2-16) G. 1546. EP. from Wd. c.to E.F.C. 4th January,1917. Wd3/NJ4117. Lodge Sparking Plug Co.Ltd. We have a letter from these people dated the 2nd inst. as follows:-…

scan0083 Gap size variation for Lodge Racing Sparking Plugs and agreeing to experimental results.
View original record Nov 'c'. to EH. X 601 EP/T16/F10117. Re Lodge Sparking Plugs. ------------ Replying to your memo BY12/G3117, you will see from the previous correspondence that although I agreed that Lodge Racing…

scan0084 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. discussing the manufacturing tolerances for aeroplane spark plug gaps.
View original record COPY X.601. BH/HB Wd/EH17/E9117. Messrs Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, Derby. 12th Jan.1917. Dear Sirs, Further to your letter of the 9th inst. relative to gaps on aeroplane plugs, we note your…

scan0085 Seeking clarification on the specified limits for sparking plug air gaps.
View original record To WB. from BY. Copy to EFC. 15th January, 1917. BY3/G15117. X.601. RE SPARKING PLUGS. Referring once more to the above question and Messrs. Lodge's letter of the 12th January reference BH/HB, we are…

scan0086 Letter clarifying the required tolerance for the gaps in annular gap Lodge plugs.
View original record COPY. Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd., Wd12/NJ23117. BH/HB. Nightingale Road, Derby. 25th Jan.1917. X. 601. Re Lodge Plugs Dear Sirs, We are in receipt of your letter of the 23rd inst. and are sorry that our…

scan0087 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. awaiting instructions on spark plug annular ring design.
View original record R /5 A (400 T) (S.C. 536. 15-2-16) G. 1546 - 2 - to you, and we await your final instructions as to whether we are to proceed with the plugs with the annular ring as before, or whether you wish us to…

scan0088 Correspondence regarding the supply and gap tolerance of Lodge spark plugs.
View original record R.R. 255 a (400 T) (S.C. 536. 15-2-16) G. 1546 By from Wd. c.to E.F.C. c. to Ef. 2nd February, 1917. Wd7/NJ2217. X.601. Re Lodge Plugs Referring to your note By3/G15117, of the 15th ult., I attach…

scan0089 Letter regarding the dispatch of spark plugs and proposed modifications to camshaft casings to fix oil leaks on a D.H.4.
View original record X.601 EH3/AT22.5.17. To Mr. G. Hancock, Rolls-Royce Tester, The Aircraft Mfg. Co., Hendon. X. 2969 Dear Sir, Thanks for your wire. I was pleased to hear that it was nothing worse. X.601 I have sent…

scan0090 Extract discussing issues with K.L.G. and Lodge spark plugs in an experimental 'C' engine.
View original record X.601. Extract from EHL/AT22.5.17. Testing Experimental "C" engine in DH4 Machine. X.1918 We sent the engine away fitted with K.L.G. plugs, we found that with 5.3 compression ratio we could not use…

scan0091 Piston ring performance and engine oiling issues, particularly at high altitudes in aeroplanes.
View original record X. 601 EH2/AT15.6.17. To R. from Ell. c. to J. " to By. " " E. & Ov. X.2208. X.2369. RE PISTONS+ X.2809. X.2749 We have not found that the narrow rings have any virtue in preventing oiling up after a…

scan0092 Efficacy of multi-ringed pistons in holding back oil, particularly for use on inverted engines.
View original record R.R. A 236 (400 T) (S.C. 536. 15-2-18) G. 1546. X.601. E7/B25.8.17. To EH. from E. X.2209. X.2369. X.2809. RE MULTI-RINGED PISTONS AND OILING UP. WE note your remarks re the above question, but would…

scan0093 Effectiveness of Multi Ring Pistons in addressing over-oiling issues in engines.
View original record To E OY. FROM EH H. H. A. 225 (400 Pads) S.C. 586/15 2-16) G. 1546. X.601 EH6/LG28.6.17. X.2209 Re Multi Ring Pistons X.2959 .601 I ometted to add in my report EH2/AT15.6.17 that although there was no…

scan0094 Cover note for Mr. Hives, attaching a copy of a memo from Mr. Evans.
View original record X601 Wor. for Mr. Hives. * EP/HS1/R24218. For your information we attach hereto a copy of Mr. Evans' memo Ref. Le4202. which please note. EP.

scan0095 Visit to Martinsydes concerning a Falcon 3 engine, propeller trials, and spark plug performance.
View original record COPY. 20.2.18. Le4202. EP. Martinsydes. ---------- As arranged, I visited these people and find that they have fitted 3 Falcon 3 into the original machine in place of the experimental engine which has…

scan0096 Clarifying the correct Lodge sparking plug type (K.R.3) to avoid confusion with an older, problematic model (K.R.).
View original record X601 EH. from EP. c. to R. [crossed out] c. to BY. [crossed out] c. to E. [crossed out] EP6/F15518. 15th.May, 1918. RE. SPARKING PLUGS. With reference to your excellent report on the above, ref.…

scan0097 New method for testing spark plugs from various manufacturers and proposing it to the Air Board.
View original record To R. from EH. c. to CJ. +601 EH2/LG30.5.18. X.601 X.2514 - RE SPARKING PLUG TESTS+ X.1918. We have had Mr. Lodge the maker of Lodge Sparking Plugs and Mr. Lee Guiness the maker of K.L.G. Plugs at the…

scan0098 Continued report discussing cracking issues with porcelain spark plugs due to heat expansion.
View original record Contd. -2- EH2/LG30.5.18. trouble with porcelain. We have not yet had a porcelain which will stand up to any excessive heat without cracking. We have not given up, because we think that a lot of the…

scan0099 Letter to The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the testing of special K.R.S. sparking plugs.
View original record X. 601 EH2/LG6618. 6th. June 1918. The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd., RUGBY. Dear Sir, For the attention of Mr. Lodge. With reference to the tests we made on the special Sparking Plugs you brought over…

scan0100 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the supply of special KR3 plugs for engine testing.
View original record The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: 'Lodge Rugby' Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. X.607 Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd. Nightingale Road, D E R B Y RECEIVED 8 JUN 1918…

scan0101 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Company regarding four Model SM plugs.
View original record X.b.01 The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: "Lodge Rugby" Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. YOUR REF OUR REF: BH/FB Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd. Nightingale Road D E R…

scan0102 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the testing of new spark plug models.
View original record Page 2 L.S.P.Co.Ltd. Date 15/6/18 Messrs.Rolls-Royce, Ltd. model suitable for very hot engines, on which our present type KR3 plug would pre-ignite, and we shall be much obliged if you will be good…

scan0103 Letter to The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. detailing test results of 4 special sparking plugs.
View original record X 601 EH1/LG24618. 24th. June 1918. The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd., Rugby. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Lodge. We are returning to you 4 special Sparking Plugs which you sent to us for test.…

scan0104 Continuation of a letter discussing issues with a spark plug's copper electrode and requesting a special plug for an endurance test.
View original record Contd. -2- EHL/LG.4618. ----------- We think it will be difficult to over-come the copper electrode stretching on this type of plug. The centre electrode is certain to get very hot because it is very…

scan0105 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited concerning the testing and supply of spark plugs.
View original record The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: "Lodge Rugby" Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd. Nightingale Road, DERBY YOUR REF: EH1/LG24618 OUR…

scan0106 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the delayed return of 4 Lodge Model 'SM' plugs.
View original record X.6.01 The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: "Lodge Rugby" Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. YOUR REF EH1/L.G24618 OUR REF AML/PEW. Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd.…

scan0107 Letter from the Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited regarding the failure analysis of experimental Model SM plugs.
View original record X6.01 The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: "Lodge Rugby" Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd. Nightingale Road D E R B Y YOUR REF OUR REF…

scan0108 Letter from Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the despatch of 12 KR4 plugs.
View original record Page 2 L.S.P.Co.Ltd. Date 1/7/18 Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd We are hoping to despatch the 12 KR4 plugs (copper pins) by to-morrow, Tuesday night. Thanking you for your help, we remain, Yours faithfully,…

scan0109 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Company regarding one dozen Model KR4 plugs sent for a 100-hour endurance test.
View original record X601 The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: "Lodge Rugby" Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd. Nightingale Road DERBY For the attention of Mr.…

scan0110 Invoice from The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. for twelve Lodge Model 'KR4' Sparking Plugs.
View original record Telegrams: "IGNITER, RUGBY." Telephone No. RUGBY 235. THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS THE CYCLE AND MOTOR CYCLE MANUFACTURERS AND TRADERS UNION FOUNDED 1890 MEMBERS INCORPORATED 1910 THE…

scan0111 Packing slip from The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. for twelve 'KR4' model sparking plugs.
View original record Telegrams: "IGNITER, RUGBY." Telephone No. RUGBY 235. PACKING SLIP No. T29615 Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, DERBY. RUGBY. July 3rd. 1918. Your Order No. The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd.,…

scan0112 Letter to The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. regarding the failure of a special KR3 plug and suggesting a design improvement.
View original record The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd., RUGBY. X.601. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Lodge. We are returning to you one of the special KR3 plugs. You will see that the piece of nickel wire which is…

scan0113 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Company regarding the failure and repair of 12 Model KR4 plugs.
View original record The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: "Lodge Rugby" Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd. Nightingale Road DERBY YOUR REF EH1/LG6/7/18 OUR REF…

scan0114 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Company regarding the reconstruction and delivery of 12 Model KR4 plugs.
View original record The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: "Lodge Rugby" Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. X.601 Messrs.Rolls-Royce, Ltd. Nightingale Road DERBY OUR REF AML/FB Date 11…

scan0115 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Company arranging a visit to discuss the supply and testing of experimental plugs.
View original record X.b.01 The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: "Lodge Rugby" Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. YOUR REF OUR REF AML/FB Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., Nightingale Road…

scan0116 Letter to The Lodge Sparking Plug Co regarding the performance testing of new KM4 spark plugs in an Eagle engine.
View original record X.601 RH3/L016.7.18. 16th, July 1918. The Lodge Sparking Plug Co Ltd., RUGBY. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Alec. Lodge. The new KM4 plugs have run so far 20 hours satisfactorily. We are running…

scan0117 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding an order for 2 dozen special KR4 plugs.
View original record X.601 The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: "Lodge Rugby" Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. Messrs.Rolls-Royce, Ltd. Nightingale Road, D E R B Y YOUR REF OUR REF…

scan0118 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Company enquiring about the performance of new KR4 plugs on test.
View original record X601 The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: 'Lodge Rugby' Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. YOUR REF OUR REF BH/FB Date 29 July 1918 RECEIVED JUL 30 1918…

scan0119 Letter to The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the performance and further supply of special KR4 spark plugs.
View original record X.601. EH2/LG30718. 30th. July 1918. The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd., Rugby. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Lodge. With reference to the special KR4 sparking plugs, these have now run for 80…

scan0120 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Company regarding the testing and supply of KR4 plugs.
View original record X.6.01 The Lodge Sparking Plug Company, Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: "Lodge Rugby" Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. Messrs.Rolls-Royce, Ltd. Nightingale Road DERBY RECEIVED AUG 1 1918…

scan0121 To Mr. Hives regarding KR5 Sparking Plugs sent for approval from the Lodge Sparking Plug Co.
View original record R.R. 235 B (200 T) (S.E. 527, 21-2-18) G. 2129 X.601 Mr. Hives. Wd/AW10/W12818. 12th Aug. 1918. For your information we attach hereto a letter received from the Lodge Sparking Plug Co., from which you…

scan0122 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Company requesting tests on new model KR5 spark plugs.
View original record The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: "Lodge Rugby". Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd. Nightingale Road DERBY YOUR REF OUR REF: BH/FB Date:…

scan0123 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Company regarding the sending and testing of KR4 and KR5 model spark plugs.
View original record X601 The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: "Lodge Rugby" Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. Messrs.Rolls-Royce, Ltd. Nightingale Road D E R B Y YOUR REF OUR REF BH/FB…

scan0124 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. concerning comparative tests of various spark plug models.
View original record Page 2 L.S.P. Co. Ltd. Date 14/8/18 Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd. to make any comparative tests with these plugs against the Model KR3 and the KR4 plugs. We are making up some further experimental KR5 plugs…

scan0125 Letter to The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the return of faulty spark plugs.
View original record EH2/LG15818. X.601. 15th. Aug. 1918. The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd., Rugby. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. A. Lodge. We are returning to you 5 KR5 plugs fitted with copper electrodes. These…

scan0126 Letter to The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. regarding issues and feedback on different spark plug models.
View original record EH1/LC16818. X.601 16th. Aug. 1918. The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd., Rugby. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. A. Lodge. We are returning the rest of the KR4 plugs. You will notice that on three…

scan0127 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Company concerning the testing of experimental KR4 and KR5 sparking plugs.
View original record X601 The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: "Lodge Rugby" Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd. Nightingale Road D E R B Y RECEIVED SEP 2 1918…

scan0128 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the development and testing of new experimental plugs.
View original record Page 2 L.S.P. Co. Ltd. Date 31/8/18 Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd. about the remainder of the experimental plugs sent you. We are now making up an improved pattern of the KR5 with steel centre pin, which…

scan0129 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. regarding the supply of experimental KR3 plugs with a new insulating material for testing, due to a shortage of mica.
View original record The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: "Lodge Rugby" Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., Nightingale Road D E R B Y YOUR REF OUR REF AML/FB…

scan0130 Letter to The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. regarding the return and performance of KR5 spark plugs, detailing issues with pre-ignition.
View original record EH2/LG6918. X601. 5th. September. 1918. The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd., R U G B Y. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Lodge. We are returning to you 12 KR5 plugs with steel electrodes. These have…

scan0131 Letter discussing engine spark plug endurance testing and a planned visit.
View original record Contd. -2- EH2/LG6.9.18. ---------- air, then the copper electrodes would stand up because of them not getting so hot. If we could get a plug which would run our engines on the bench and be suitable…

scan0132 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Company regarding testing and supply of various spark plug models.
View original record X601 The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: "Lodge Rugby" Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. Messrs.Rolls-Royce, Ltd. Nightingale Road DERBY RECEIVED 13 SEP 1918 YOUR…

scan0133 Letter from L.S.P. Co. Ltd. discussing specifications and testing proposals for various spark plug models.
View original record Page 2 L.S.P. Co. Ltd. Date 12/9/18 Messrs.Rolls-Royce, Ltd. the 17th inst., when the writer will be calling at your Works as arranged. With reference to these plugs:- D11 is the latest type of the…

scan0134 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the supply and testing of KR3 spark plugs.
View original record Page 3 L.S.P.Co.Ltd. Date 12/9/18 Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd. very great advantages over the use of mica, and although we shall not be in a position to supply these plugs in quantities for a considerable…

scan0135 Fuel consumption tests, carburetter development, and sparking plug issues for the 'Condor' engine.
View original record R.R. 235A (500 T) (S.D. 408. 26-4-17.) Bm. 2/156/13. To R. from EH c. to CJ. c. to E. c. to BY. c. to Da. X.601 EH2/LG13.9.18. 13th Sept. 1918. RE "CONDOR" ENGINE X.3254. X.601. X.1831. We have not…

scan0136 Continued report on issues with a copper electrode, detailing loosening problems and potential material solutions.
View original record Contd. -2- EH2/LG13.9.18. let into the copper electrode, after a number of hours it works loose. We have tried, and find that we can weld a 95% nickel alloy very successfully to a sopper pin. This…

scan0137 Letter to The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. regarding issues of pre-ignition and overheating found during a test of their Z.10 and Z.11 spark plugs.
View original record R.R. 235A (500 T) (S.D. 408. 26-4-17.) Bm. 2/156/13. X. 601. EHL/LG14918. 14th. Sept. 1918. The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd., RUGBY. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. Lodge. We have run a doz. of…

scan0138 Material selection for ignition plugs, suggesting silicon bronze.
View original record To EH. from R. c. to CJ. 16th Sept. 1918. R3/G16918. RE IGNITION PLUGS X.601. We presume that the copper is used owing to its high thermal conductivity. If you find this insufficiently stiff, you…

scan0139 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Company regarding the failure of model Z.10 and Z.11 plugs and arranging a meeting.
View original record X601 The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Telegrams: "Lodge Rugby" Rugby. Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. YOUR REF EH1/LG14918 OUR REF AML/MAW Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale…

scan0140 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Company requesting test results on various experimental sparking plugs.
View original record X601 The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams 'Lodge Rugby' Telephone Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. YOUR REF OUR REF AML/MAW Date 30th September 1918. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd.,…

scan0141 Page 2 of a letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding experimental KR3 plugs with different insulating tubes.
View original record Page 2. L. S. P. Co. Ltd. Date 30. 9. 18. you six KR3 plugs, with black insulating tubes in place of the top mica washers, and six with brown insulating tubes. We should be glad to hear if you have…

scan0142 Inspection of returned sparking plugs to establish dimensional tolerances for manufacturing.
View original record X601 Mr. Hives. 30.9.18. Wd/EM1/E30918. We attach herewith a letter we have received from, Messrs. The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd., re sparking Plugs and in reply to a number of Plugs we have…

scan0143 Inspection of returned sparking plugs and clarification on dimensional tolerances.
View original record X 601 Mr. Hives. 30.9.18. Wd/EM1/E30918. We attach herewith a letter we have received from, Messrs. The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. re Sparking Plugs and in reply to a number of Plugs we have…

scan0144 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Company regarding an investigation into returned KR3 spark plugs.
View original record The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: "Lodge Rugby" Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. Messrs.Rolls-Royce Limited, Nightingale Road, D E R B Y. YOUR REF Wd/EJS1…

scan0145 Letter from Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the inspection tolerance for plug projection.
View original record Page 2. L.S.P.Co. Ltd. Date 26/9/18. extremely strict about this projecting point, but we agreed between us that the projection should not exceed 1/64", as this was the dimension that we could work to…

scan0146 Letter confirming the despatch of six Model 'KR4A' plugs for a new engine following a telephone conversation.
View original record X601 The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams "Lodge Rugby" Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL YOUR REF OUR REF AML/CA. Date 9th October 1918. Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd.,…

scan0147 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. describing the construction of a KR4A plug.
View original record X601 THE LODGE SPARKING PLUG Co. LTD. TELEGRAMS: "IGNITER, RUGBY." TELEPHONE: RUGBY 235. AML/MAW RUGBY, 16th October 1918 Mr. Hives, C/o Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd., DERBY. Dear Mr. Hives, I enclose a…

scan0148 Letter from a spark plug supplier requesting feedback on experimental plugs for a new engine.
View original record X601 The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: "Lodge Rugby" Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, D E R B Y. YOUR REF. OUR REF.…

scan0149 Letter to The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. detailing the performance and issues with various spark plug models under testing.
View original record EH4/LG301018. 30th. Oct. 1918. X.601 The Lodge Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., RUGBY Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. A. Lodge. KR3 Plugs with stabalite tubes in place of Mica Washers. Some of these have…

scan0150 Letter to The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. detailing test results and failures of various spark plugs.
View original record COPY EH4/LG301018. 30th. Oct. 1918. The Lodge Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., X601 RUGBY. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. A. Lodge. K.E.3 Plugs with stabalite tubes in place of Mica Washers. Some of these…

scan0151 Query regarding the suitability of using the same spark plug for the chassis as is used on the aero engine.
View original record R.R. 235B (200 T) (S.D. 408. 26-4-17.) Bm. 2/156/12. To EP. from BY/JH. To EH. U.W. X601 7th. January, 1919. BY/JH5/T7119. CHASSIS SPARKING PLUG. Are you of the opinion that we should use the same…

scan0152 Recommending tests on a 3-point Lodge spark plug due to the poor slow-running performance of the current Lodge Aero plug.
View original record c. to EH. EP/Rt/F8119. X601 RE. CHASSIS SPARKING PLUG. Replying to your memo. BY/JH5/T7119, we do not recommend the present Lodge Aero plug, i.e., K.R.3., for use on our chassis. The slowrunning is…

scan0153 Letter to The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. regarding spark plug reliability for upcoming Atlantic flight attempts.
View original record R.R. 235A (500 T) (S.D. 408. 26-4-17.) Bm. 2/156/13. x601 EH2/LG.8119. 8th January 1919. X.601 X.3420. Messrs The Lodge Sparking Plug Co.Ltd., R U G B Y. Dear Sir, At an early date there will be…

scan0154 Letter to the Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the testing of KRG plugs, noting pre-ignition failures, and requesting 50 KR4A plugs for an Atlantic flight engine.
View original record X.607 X.3470 LH1/LC11119. 11th. Jan. 1919. Messrs. The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd., R U G B Y. Dear Sir, With reference to the KRG plugs, the first 2 dozen which you sent were tested by our Mr.…

scan0155 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Company confirming an order for 50 Model KR4A plugs.
View original record X601 The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: "Lodge Rugby" Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Limited, Nightingale Road, D E R B Y. YOUR REF…

scan0156 Price alteration notice for Lodge Steatite and Mica sparking plugs.
View original record LODGE SPARKING PLUGS. ALTERATION IN PRICES. Owing to the increased cost of manufacture, it has become necessary to advance the price of practically all Lodge Steatite Plugs by 1/- each as from…

scan0157 Confirming the handover of K.R.6 Lodge Sparking Plugs for testing and requesting a performance report.
View original record R R 235 E (200 T) (S.F. 103, 25-10-18) G. 2244 X601 Mr. Hives. Jan. 14th. 1919. EP10/HS/H14119. Re K.R. 6 Type Lodge Sparking Plugs. This confirms that 4 dozen K.R.6 Lodge Sparking Plugs were handed…

scan0158 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Company about an order for spark plugs for an Atlantic Flight.
View original record X601 The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Telegrams: "Lodge Rugby" Rugby. Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, D E R B Y. YOUR REF OUR REF…

scan0159 Concluding page of a letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. with a handwritten annotation.
View original record Awaiting the further favour of your reply, we remain, Yours faithfully, THE LODGE SPARKING PLUG CO. LTD. Alec M Lodge DIRECTOR. The figure of 10/- is a purely nominal one for the way then special…

scan0160 Order for 50 special KR4A sparking plugs for long flights.
View original record To Mr. Mills from EH. EH6/LG16.1.19. 16th. Jan. 1919. X.601 Will you please send an order to the Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd., Rugby for 50 KR4A, plugs. These are special plugs which they are making…

scan0161 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Company regarding a sample plug for the Atlantic Flight.
View original record X.601 The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: "Lodge Rugby" Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. YOUR REF OUR REF AML/MAW Messrs. Rolls Royce Limited, Nightingale Road, D…

scan0162 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Company regarding an order for 50 special Lodge KR4/A plugs and delivery times.
View original record Mr Hives X.601 The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: "Lodge Rugby" Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. YOUR REF OUR REF AML/MAW Messrs. Rolls Royce Limited,…

scan0163 Letter regarding a reply from the Lodge Sparking Plug Co. concerning an order for Special KR4/A Plugs.
View original record R.R. 235 B (200 T) (S.F. 103. 25-10-18) G. 2244. [Crossed out text: EP. from O.O.] X601 Wd1/Dnl/W3219. 3rd. Feb. 1919. We attach copy of a letter received from the Lodge Sparking Plug Co., replying to…

scan0164 Letter from the Lodge Sparking Plug Co. about an order for 50 special KR4/A plugs.
View original record R.R. 235 B (200 T) (S.F. 103. 25-10-18) G. 2244. X601 EP. from O.O. Wd/Dn1/W3219. 3rd Feb.1919. We attach copy of a letter received from the Lodge Sparking Plug Co., replying to an urging letter of…

scan0165 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding an order for KR4/A plugs and recommending the D13 Aero Plugs.
View original record R.R. 235a (500 T) (S.D. 408. 26-4-17.) Bm. 2/156/13. C O P Y. THE LODGE SPARKING PLUG CO.LTD. RUGBY. [Stamped Text Start] TEST DEPT 3 FEB. 19 RECEIVED [Stamped Text End] BH/EW. 31st Jan.1919. Messrs…

scan0166 Recommending spark plug tests on an 'Eagle' engine for the Atlantic Flight.
View original record X.601 To EP from EH. ---------------- X.2912. X.601. X.3420. EHL/LG.22.2.19. 22nd February 1919. I should recommend that you make some tests here on an "Eagle" engine to make sure that the K.L.G.…

scan0167 The incorrect delivery of Lodge sparking plugs and instructions for their return.
View original record R.R. 235 B (200 T) (S.F. 103, 25-10-18) G. 2244 X601 B. for BP. [text struck through] c. to Mr. Chatwin. [text struck through] c. to Mr. Hives. Wd/AW13/W24219. 24th Feb.1919. On the 14th inst., the…

scan0168 Order for 2 dozen Lodge D.13 sparking plugs for experimental use.
View original record To O.O. from EH. X601 EH6/LG26.2.19. 26th. Feb. 1919. With reference to attached, will you please send an order to the Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Rugby., for 2 doz. sparking plugs - model D.13. These…

scan0169 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Company regarding their new Model C3 sparking plug.
View original record The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: "Lodge Rugby" Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. Messrs. Rolls Royce Limited, Buying Department, Nightingale Road, DERBY. YOUR…

scan0170 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited regarding the dispatch of special K.C.1 spark plugs.
View original record X601 The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: "Lodge Rugby" Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. YOUR REF OUR REF AML/FCM. Messrs Rolls-Royce Limited, Nightingale Road, D…

scan0171 To Mr. Hives forwarding a letter from the Lodge Sparking Plug Co. and querying if plugs are supplied by the Air Board.
View original record R R 235 B (200 T) (S.F. 103, 25-10-18) G. 2244 X601 Mr. Hives. Wd/AW14/W28219. 28th Feb. 1919. We send you herewith a further copy of a letter received from the Lodge Sparking Plug Co., dated the 25th…

scan0172 Copy of a letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. regarding an order for Model D13 special plugs for the Atlantic Flight.
View original record R.R. 235A (500 T) (S.D. 408. 26-4-17.) Bm. 2/156/13. Copy of a letter received from:- THE LODGE SPARKING PLUG CO., RUGBY. ED/LF Feb. 27th. 1919. Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd. Nightingale Road, DERBY. For…

scan0173 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Company requesting a performance report on their Model D13 and KC1 spark plugs.
View original record X601 The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: 'Lodge Rugby' Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. YOUR REF OUR REF BH/EW. Date 21st March 1919. Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd.,…

scan0174 Order office slip regarding two Lodge Sparking Plug samples from their Rugby location.
View original record ORDER OFFICE X601 154994 28 . 3 . 19 Lodge Sparking Plug Co Pvt, RL Rugby W.J.W / W22 / H26319 2 Lodge Sparking Plugs As Samples .. And Letter Sent to O.O AHogg

scan0175 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Company regarding an inquiry for Lodge Plugs.
View original record The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: 'Lodge Rugby' Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. YOUR REF Wd/W22/H26319. OUR REF BH/EW. Date 27th March 1919. Messrs.…

scan0176 Quotation from The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. for two models of spark plugs.
View original record for quantities of not less than 1,000 the following prices:- Model C3. detachable...... 2/6d. each. Terms Nett, " C9. non-detachable.... 2/3d. " Delivered Rugby. Awaiting the favour of your commands,…

scan0177 To Mr. Hives regarding the receipt of Model Z12 Special Experimental Plugs from the Lodge Sparking Plug Co.
View original record R.R. 235 B (200 T) (S.F. 103, 25-10-18) G. 2244 *X601 C. to Mr. Hives. Wd/AW7/W28319. 28th March.1919. We have received from the Lodge Sparking Plug Co., 24 Model Z12 Special Experimental Plugs with…

scan0178 The urgent need to supply a standardized sparking plug to meet customer demand.
View original record RR 235 F (200 T) (S. F. 10S 25-10-18 G. 2211) EH. from BY/RB. c.c. EP. X.601 BY/RB2/P.29.3.19. RE SPARKING PLUGS. We attach herewith a copy of a letter from the Lodge Sparking Plug Company, and 2…

scan0179 Letter to The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the successful bench testing of KCL spark plugs.
View original record X.601. EH2/LG3.4.19. 3rd. April 1919. Messrs. The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd., R U G B Y. Dear Sirs, With reference to the special plugs you supplied us with sometime ago, 2 dozen of the KCl plugs…

scan0180 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Company regarding the performance of their KC1 and KR3 plugs, proposing a meeting.
View original record The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: "Lodge Rugby" Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Limited, Nightingale Road, DERBY. OUR REF…

scan0181 Seeking confirmation on the type of spark plug to be used for commercial aero engines.
View original record To EP. from BY. c. to EH. c. to EFE. X.601✓ X.1918. BY/2/P9.4.19. RE AERO ENGINES FOR COMMERCIAL PURPOSES Referring to your memo EP/HS6/P5419, will you kindly note that I was under the impression we…

scan0182 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Ltd. regarding a meeting to discuss sparking plugs for aircraft and motor car engines.
View original record X501 The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: "Lodge Rugby" UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL Telephone: Rugby 235. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Limited, Nightingale Road, D E R B Y. YOUR REF…

scan0183 Letter to The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. confirming a proposed visit to Derby for Mr. A. Lodge.
View original record R.R. 235A (500 T) (S.D. 408. 26-4-17.) Bm. 2/156/13. E.F.C. X 601 EH2/LG14.4.19. 14th. April 1919. Messrs. The Lodge Sparking Plug Co., RUGBY Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. A. Lodge. With…

scan0184 Internal memorandum requesting a decision on which type of spark plug to standardize for the chassis.
View original record To Mr. Hives from BY. c.c. to Mr. Mills. X601 BY14/T14/4/19. CHASSIS - RE SPARKING PLUGS. SECTION - WIRE FITTINGS AND PLUGS. We supplied you with 24 plugs which were supplied by Messrs. The Lodge…

scan0185 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Ltd. regarding the arrangement of a meeting with Mr. Hives.
View original record The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: "Lodge Rugby" Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. YOUR REF: EH2/LG14, 4.19 OUR REF: AML/MAW Date 15th April 1919.…

scan0186 Letter from Piccard, Pictet & Cie requesting samples of Lodge Plugs for testing and discussing plugs for aviation motors.
View original record SOCIÉTÉ ANONYME DES ATELIERS PICCARD, PICTET & CIE ADR. TÉLÉG. PICPIC-GENÈVE LIEBERS CODE A. B. C. CODE 5e EDITION TÉLÉPH. 13-26 5 LIGNES GENÈVE 109, ROUTE DE LYON May 19th 1919 [STAMP: A rappeler…

scan0187 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Company apologising for the postponement of a visit due to a breakdown at their works.
View original record X601 The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: 'Lodge Rugby' Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL E. W. Hives Esq., c/o. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, D E R B…

scan0188 Customer query about the use of Lodge Plugs.
View original record To Wor from EJB EJB1/P.26/5/19. x601 F.H. Reply With regard to the attached letter I told these people I thought we used the Lodge Plug, and that I would put the matter before you, and you would no…

scan0189 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Company regarding the suitability and development of new spark plug models.
View original record X601 The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: "Lodge Rugby" Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. YOUR REF OUR REF BH/EW. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, D E R…

scan0190 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding free samples of a plug for testing.
View original record are sending you herewith one dozen free samples of this plug, and we shall be much obliged if you will be good enough to have these tested, and report to us as to whether you consider them…

scan0191 Follow-up letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Company regarding the testing of Model 'MB' plugs.
View original record X601 Hives The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: Lodge Rugby Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. Messrs Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, DERBY. For the attention of…

scan0192 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Company regarding the testing and design of their Model MB plugs and special terminals.
View original record X601 The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: 'Lodge Rugby' Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. YOUR REF OUR REF BH/EW. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, D E R…

scan0193 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the supply of Model B spark plugs.
View original record special terminals then we can supply identically the same plug fitted with the ordinary screw terminal, and this is known as our Model B. We are sending you herewith 2 dozen free samples of this Model…

scan0194 Packing slip from The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. for 24 Lodge Model 'B' sparking plugs.
View original record Telegrams: "LODGE, RUGBY." Telephone No. RUGBY 235. PACKING SLIP No. T 35519 Messrs Rolls Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, DERBY. RUGBY. August 14th 1919. Your Order No. The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd.,…

scan0195 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Company regarding the supply and testing of Model D13 aero plugs.
View original record X601 The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: "Lodge Rugby" Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. YOUR REF OUR REF BH/EW. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, D E R…

scan0196 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the satisfactory testing of spark plugs and an enclosure note for more plugs.
View original record the Model MB. and Model B. Plugs which we sent you for test in your car engines, and we hope to hear that these plugs have proved satisfactory. Awaiting the favour of your reply, Yours faithfully, THE…

scan0197 Letter from a spark plug manufacturer discussing leakage issues and recommending alternative plug models.
View original record X601 THE LODGE SPARKING PLUG Co. LTD. TELEGRAMS: "IGNITER, RUGBY." TELEPHONE: RUGBY 235. RUGBY, 22nd September 1919. Your ref: EH1/LG. Mr. E. W. Hives, C/o Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. Nightingale Road, D…

scan0198 Letter discussing the performance and design improvements of a sample C9 spark plug.
View original record THE LODGE SPARKING PLUG CO. LTD. RUGBY - 2 - plug will give complete satisfaction on your cars. The only doubt about it I have, is that if you test these plugs on a continuous full-load break test,…

scan0199 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Company apologising for not enclosing a sample plug in a previous letter.
View original record X601 The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: "Lodge Rugby" Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. YOUR REF OUR REF AML/MAW Mr. E. W. Hives, c/o Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd.…

scan0200 Offer from Lodge Sparking Plug Co. for exhibition car plugs and considering testing them.
View original record R.R. 235 A (100 T) (S.F. 575. 16-4-19) G. 2354. x 601 EH. from Wd. c.to Br. c.to Er. c.to By. c.to Ms. Wd1/NJ16.10.19. Lodge Sparking Plugs. OFFICE We have a letter from the Lodge Sparking Plug…

scan0201 Use of standard sparking plugs for cars at the Olympia show and the ongoing testing of Lodge plugs.
View original record R.R. 235 B (200 T) (S.F. 674 22-5-19) G. 2376 X661 (handwritten) Chassis (handwritten) To Wd. from En. c. to Hs. c. to BP. (crossed out) c. to By. (handwritten) c. to Ms. (handwritten) Bn16/W161019.…

scan0202 Letter discussing issues with Model B spark plugs and offering Model C9 plugs as a solution for testing.
View original record COPY. X607 22nd September 1919 Your ref: EH1/LG Mr. E. W. Hives, C/o Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. Nightingale Road, DERBY. Dear Sir, I am in receipt of your letter of the 18th inst., on the subject of…

scan0203 Page two of a letter discussing trouble with material expansion between aluminium and steel, and a new satisfactory design.
View original record - 2 - quite satisfactory, but curiously enough in this pattern gave trouble through the difference in expansion between aluminium and steel. We have now remedied this, and the plugs we are now making…

scan0204 Lodge Sparking Plugs and the material change from Steatite to Porcelain insulation.
View original record R.R. 295 B 200 T) (S.F. 673, 22-5-19. G. 2376. X601 EH. from BY. BY17/P21.10.19. CHASSIS - SPARKING PLUGS. ------------------- Mr Pilley called with reference to the question of the Lodge Sparking…

scan0205 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Company regarding the performance and dispatch of Model C9 plugs.
View original record X601 The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: "Lodge Rugby" Telephone: Rugby 235 UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. YOUR REF: EHH/LG. OUR REF: BH/EW. Date: 4th November 1919. Messrs.…

scan0206 Packing slip from The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. for a delivery of sparking plugs.
View original record Telegrams: "LODGE, RUGBY." Telephone No. RUGBY 235. RUGBY. PACKING SLIP No. T 37214 Messrs Rolls Royce Ltd. Nightingale Road Derby. Nov. 4th 1919 Your Order No. Your ref. EH4/LG The Lodge Sparking…

scan0207 Fitting of Lodge L plugs and alteration of wiring on certain chassis.
View original record To Wor. from EP. To Bn. To BY. To D To Wd To EH. X601 EP2/018.11.19. RE FITTING OF LODGE LPUGS - CJ'S MEMO CJ18/E11.11.19. AND ALTERATION OF WIRING CJ17/E11.11.19. to This is to bring to your notice…

scan0208 Order quantity of Lodge C.9 sparking plugs for J.Series chassis.
View original record R.R. 285 A (100 T) (S.F. 575, 16-4-19) G. 2354. X.601 Chassis By. from Wd. c.to EH. c.to Ms. Wd6/NJ25.11.19. Re Sparking Plugs. Referring to yours By/JH14/H24.11.19 stating that EH., in his note to…

scan0209 Faulty Lodge C.9 spark plug, noting that the electrode metal is brittle and breaks easily.
View original record EH. X601 Chassis EP16/F12.12.19. RE. FAULTY LODGE C.9 SPARKING PLUGS. I am sending youa plug taken off a chassis which has run about 150 miles, and on which one of the electrodes has broken off. This…

scan0210 Letter from Lodge Plugs Limited asking for feedback on the bulk delivery and performance of the Model C9 spark plug.
View original record LODGE PLUGS LIMITED. X601 FORMERLY The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: "Lodge Rugby" Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. YOUR REF OUR REF BH/EW. Messrs. Rolls-Royce…

scan0211 Letter from Lodge Plugs Limited regarding the performance and testing of experimental C9 spark plugs with extended Mica sleeves.
View original record LODGE PLUGS LIMITED. formerly The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: 'Lodge Rugby'. Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. X601 YOUR REF OUR REF BH/EW. Messrs. Rolls-Royce…

scan0212 Authorisation to order a further 5000 C.9 Lodge Sparking Plugs as stock has fallen to the re-order level of 1000.
View original record R.R. 255 p (200 T) (S.F. 673, 22-5-19 G. 2376. COPY. X.601 Bn. from Wd/Ms. Wd/Ms17/FJ15.1.20. RE - C.9 LODGE SPARKING PLUGS FOR CHASSIS. You will remember that it was arranged some time ago that we…

scan0213 Inquiring about the trial results of new KLG plugs to decide on the continued use of Lodge C.9 Sparking Plugs.
View original record To Hs. from Bn. X.601 X1918 Wd. Bn1/W17.1.20. Re Lodge Sparking Plugs for Chassis. I attach a copy of Wd/Ms17/FJ15120. I believe you have recently been trying some new KLG. Plugs which were promising.…

scan0214 The failure of Lodge spark plugs shortly after being fitted to a car.
View original record N-W. EP. 601 N/Br60/19.1.20. RE. FAILURE OF LODGE PLUGS. We are in receipt of your EP7/F17.1.20, concerning the above, and to day we have a case which we can draw to your notice. A complete set of 12…

scan0215 Performance of Lodge and K.L.G. sparking plugs, with a recommendation for K.L.G. as a standard fitting.
View original record X601 c. to EH. EP/T4/F20.1.20. X601 RE. LODGE SPARKING PLUGS FOR CHASSIS. X1918 Replying to your memo. Bnl/W17.1.20, so far as the running of cars by Test Dept. is concerned, the Lodge C.9 sparking…

scan0216 Letter from Lodge Sparking Plug Company regarding a test on two different types of sparking plugs for cooling purposes.
View original record LODGE PLUGS LIMITED, X601 FORMERLY The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: "Lodge Rugby" Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. YOUR REF OUR REF AML/MAW Date 20th January…

scan0217 Customer complaint regarding faulty Lodge C.9 ignition plugs from a pre-war car model.
View original record R.R. 235 B (50 T) (S.F. 846. 6-8-19) G. 2461. x601 Hs. c. to Bn. Hs EP5/F21.1.20. RE. FAULTY LODGE C.9. IGNITION PLUGS. With reference to Mr. Bellringer's complaint of the above, we have received from…

scan0218 Customer complaint about faulty Lodge C.9 ignition plugs taken from a pre-war 32-RD car.
View original record Hs. c. to Bn. (struck through) * X601 EP5/F21.1.20. RE. FAULTY LODGE C.9 IGNITION PLUGS. With reference to Mr.Bellringer's complaint of the above, we have received from him 2 sample faulty plugs which…

scan0219 Failure of Lodge type C.9 plugs and engine lubrication.
View original record Hs. c. to Bn. X601 EP/T1/F27.1.20. FAILURE OF LODGE TYPE PLUGS, C.9. Further to our memo. ref. EP5/F21.1.20, Mr.Bellringer now reports that these plugs were taken from the intermediate position and…

scan0220 Letter from The Lodge Sparking Plug Company regarding testing special C9 plugs with projecting Mica sleeves and an experimental air-cooled plug.
View original record LODGE PLUGS LIMITED. FORMERLY The Lodge Sparking Plug Company Limited. Rugby. Telegrams: 'Lodge Rugby' Telephone: Rugby 235. UNDER GOVERNMENT CONTROL. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, D E R…

scan0221 Letter from Lodge Plugs Limited regarding the testing of two new types of Aero Plugs.
View original record ourselves think such a method of air cooling is of much practical value, but it would be interesting to test the plug out to see whether it has any advantage. We shall be glad to know if you are still…

scan0222 Requesting information regarding the failure of Lodge C.9 type plugs.
View original record Hs. EP/HS36/017.2.20. X601 Re. Failure of Lodge C.9 Type Plugs. Referring to our memos. EP5/F21.1.20 and EP/T1/F27.1.20, are you now able to give us any information on this matter to enable us to…

scan0223 The review of two sample sparking plugs from the Lodge Sparking Plug Company.
View original record X601 Mr Mills from BY/RB. c. EH. BY/RB3/P. 29.3.19. RE SPARKING PLUGS. With reference to the letter from the Lodge Sparking Plug Company and the two sample plugs handed to you yesterday, kindly note…

scan0224 Request for a further six Bosch sparking plugs to hasten test reports on cars.
View original record Wd. C. to By. C. to Bn. C. to Hs. X601 A.T. EP/T15/F8.4.20. RE. BOSCH SPARKING PLUGS. With reference to your Wd10/NJS.4.20, if you think it worth while & could procure me a further six of theseplugs,…

scan0225 Letter from Lodge Plugs Limited responding to complaints about short-circuiting C9 plugs and discussing experimental pot type insulators.
View original record X601 Lodge Plugs Limited. Rugby. Directors: J. Alfred Hopps Bernard Hopps Alec M. Lodge F. Brodie Lodge Telegrams: "Lodge, Rugby" Telephone: Rugby 276 (2 lines). Private Branch Exchange. Code Used:…

scan0226 Letter from Lodge Plugs Ltd regarding sending Model PF3 spark plugs for testing.
View original record X601 Lodge Plugs Limited. Rugby. Directors: J Alfred Hopps Bernard Hopps Alec M. Lodge F Brodie-Lodge Telegrams: "Lodge, Rugby" Telephone: Rugby 276 (2 lines). Private Branch Exchange. Code Used:…

scan0227 Packing slip from The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. for six model 'PFS' plugs.
View original record Telegrams: "LODGE, RUGBY." Telephone No. RUGBY 235. X. 600 RUGBY. PACKING SLIP No. T 41213 Messrs Rolls Royce Ltd, Nightingale Road, Derby May 13th 1920 Your Order No. LODGE PLUGS LIMITED. FORMERLY…

scan0228 Internal memorandum regarding low stock of C.9 Lodge sparking plugs and a proposal to increase minimum stock levels.
View original record U.W X.601 By. Hs. SPARKING PLUGS. Wd/Ms10/FJ7.8.20. I beg to inform you that our stock of C.9 Lodge Sparking Plugs is now down to the minimum of 1000. Please let me know whether we are to place on…

scan0229 Letter from Lodge Plugs Ltd. seeking clarification on the standard spark plug fitting for post-war cars.
View original record X601 Lodge Plugs Limited. Rugby. Directors: J. Alfred Hopps, Bernard Hopps, Alec M. Lodge, F. Brodie Lodge Telegrams: "Lodge, Rugby" Telephone: Rugby 276 (2 lines). Private Branch Exchange. Code Used:…

scan0230 Page two of a letter from Lodge Plugs Limited to Rolls Royce regarding the standard fitting of their spark plugs.
View original record - 2 - and thanking you in anticipation of your reply, Yours faithfully, LODGE PLUGS LIMITED. [Handwritten Signature] SALES MANAGER. [Text bleeding through from the reverse side]: Messrs. Rolls Royce,…

scan0231 Letter from Lodge Plugs Limited regarding the submission of experimental Steatite insulator plug samples for testing.
View original record X601 Lodge Plugs Limited. Rugby. Directors: J. Alfred Hopps Bernard Hopps Alec M. Lodge F. Brodie Lodge Telegrams: 'Lodge, Rugby' Telephone: Rugby 276 (2 lines). Private Branch Exchange Code Used:…

scan0232 The use of Firth's Stainless Steel in Lodge Sparking Plugs.
View original record H.R. 285A (100 T) (S.G. 648, 19-2-20) G. 2618 X 601 Hs. from Wd. c. to ERC. (crossed out) c. to By. (crossed out) c. to Ms. (crossed out) Wd2/NJ4.11.20. Lodge Sparking Plugs. Two or three weeks ago it…

scan0233 Inquiry to Lodge Plugs Ltd. about the material used for the centre electrode in their C.9 Type plugs.
View original record C O P Y. R. 235 A (100 T) (S.F. 846 6-8-19) G. 2460 Wd8/NJ261020. 26th October 1920. Messrs. Lodge Plugs Ltd., Rugby. Dear Sirs, Lodge Plugs - C.9 Type. It has been reported to us that you are…

scan0234 Letter from Lodge Plugs Limited clarifying the material composition of their C9 type plug electrodes.
View original record COPY. TR 235 A (100 T) (S.F. 846. 6-8-19) G. 2460. LETTER RECEIVED FROM:- LODGE PLUGS LIMITED, RUGBY. Our Ref.- WS/MAW. Your Ref.- Wd8/NJ261020. 27th October 1920. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd.,…

scan0235 Letter to Lodge Plugs Ltd. inquiring about using stainless steel for the centre electrode in their C.9 type plugs.
View original record 2M(4-19) T. (H) P 846 6-8-(19) G. 2460 C O P Y. Wd3/NJ21120. 2nd. November 1920. Messrs. Lodge Plugs Ltd., Rugby. Dear Sirs, Lodge Plugs - C.9 Type. Your reply to ours ref.-Wd3/NJ261020, of the 26th…

scan0236 Letter from Lodge Plugs Limited concerning the alloy steel used in C.9 type spark plugs.
View original record R. 235 A (100 T.) (S.F. 846 6-8-19) G. 2460 C O P Y. LETTER RECEIVED FROM:- LODGE PLUGS LIMITED, RUGBY. Your Ref.-Wa/3/NJ21120. Our Ref.- BH/EW. 3rd. November 1920. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd.,…

scan0237 Letter to Oliver Lodge Esq. advising that Mr. Hives is unavailable as he is travelling to the U.S.A.
View original record <601 R.R. 298A (100 T) (S.H. 159, 11-8-20) G 2809 Hs/TMW3/LG. 29th. Nov. 1920. Oliver Lodge Esq., Normanton House, Lake, Nr. Salisbury. Dear Sir, We are in receipt of your favour of the 28th. inst.…

scan0238 Letter from Lodge Plugs Limited requesting the results of tests on special Steatite Plugs.
View original record Lodge Plugs Limited. Rugby. Directors; J. Alfred Hopps Bernard Hopps Alec M. Lodge F. Brodie Lodge Telegrams: "Lodge, Rugby". Telephone: Rugby 276 (2 lines). Private Branch Exchange. Code Used: A.B.C.…

scan0239 Offer from Lodge Plugs Ltd. to supply new Steatite plugs for testing.
View original record X601 R.R. 235B (100 T) (S.H. 798, 10-12-20) G. 2948 Hs. from Wd. c. to EP. c. to By. c. to Ms. c. to OO/Dn. Wd9/NJ24.5.21. Lodge Steatite Plugs. Lodge Plugs Ltd., Rugby, write that they are now in a…

scan0240 Order for 2 dozen Lodge Steatite Plugs.
View original record R.R. 235B (100 T) (S.H. 798. 10-12-20) G. 2948 X601 To Wd. from Hs. Hs3/LG24.5.21. LODGE STEATITE PLUGS. Referring to your Wd9/NJ24.5.21. Will you please order for us 2 dozen of the above plugs.…

scan0241 Confirming an order placed for 2 dozen Lodge Steatite Plugs.
View original record R. R. 235a (100 T) (S.H. 798, 10-1-20) G. 2948 Hs. from Wd. c. to EP. c. to By. c. to Ms. c. to CO/Dn. X601 RECEIVED Wd2/NJ27.5.21. Lodge Steatite Plugs. O/735. Upon receipt of yours Hs3/LG24.5.21, we…

scan0242 Letter from Lodge Plugs Limited regarding an order for 2 dozen Lodge Steatite Plugs, model Z22.
View original record COPY OF LETTER RECEIVED FROM:- LODGE PLUGS LIMITED, RUGBY. Messrs Rolls Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, DERBY. Our ref: AML/MAW. 26 May 1921. Dear Sirs, We beg to acknowledge receipt of your order…

scan0243 Letter from Oliver Lodge to A.E. Hives requesting a prolonged test on a high-grade motor spirit.
View original record "LODGE, NORMANTON, AMESBURY." TELEGRAMS: STATION: AMESBURY. X601 Reply HS NORMANTON, LAKE, SALISBURY. 22. Jany 1921 A E Hives Esq My dear Sir On 28 Nov. last I wrote to you about a continued test of…

scan0244 Letter to The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the testing of their plugs and inquiring about commercial production.
View original record X601 Hs4/LG. 8th. Aug. 1921. The Lodge Sparking Plug Co.,Ltd., Rugby. Dear Sirs, We have been testing the plugs with the pot insulation which you sent to us sometime ago. So far they appear to behave…

scan0245 Letter from Lodge Plugs Limited regarding the satisfactory performance of new Steatite Insulator plug samples and inquiring about potential orders.
View original record X601 Lodge Plugs Limited. Rugby. Directors: B. Hopps A. Hopps Alex. M. Lodge F. Brodie Lodge Telegrams: 'Lodge, Rugby'. Telephone: Rugby 276 (2 lines). Private Branch Exchange. Code Used: A.B.C. (5th…

scan0246 Requesting a preliminary report on Lodge Plugs Model Z22.
View original record R.R. 235B (50 T) (S H. 986, 19-2-21) G. 3009 X601 Hs. c. to EFC. Wd/AW9/W12721. 12th July.1921. Some time ago the Lodge Plugs Ltd., RUGBY, supplied to us 2 dozen Plugs Model Z22 and they wish us to…

scan0247 Copy of a letter from The Lodge Plugs Ltd. requesting a preliminary report on Model Z22 plugs supplied against an order.
View original record R.R. 288A (100 T) (S H. 798. 10-12-20) G. 1947 COPY OF A LETTER RECEIVED FROM:- THE LODGE PLUGS LTD. RUGBY. BH/EW. 11th July.1921. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, DERBY. Dear Sirs, Your…

scan0248 Letter from Lodge Plugs Limited regarding a new chart of their plug models, prices, and new designs.
View original record Lodge Plugs Limited. Rugby. Directors: J. Alfred Hopps Bernard Hopps Alec M. Lodge F. Brodie Lodge Telegrams: "Lodge, Rugby" Telephone: Rugby 276 (2 lines). Private Branch Exchange. Code Used: A.B.C.…

scan0249 Observations on the performance of Mercury and Lodge ignition plugs under different test conditions.
View original record X601 F.R. F.R1 (FR) Hs. from EP. EP6/H28.10.21. Re Ignition Plugs. X4295 X601 RECEIVED OCT 29 1921 We have been noticing the behaviour of Ignition Plugs on cars on test, and our observations are as…

scan0250 Request for the standardisation and re-stocking of plugs after running out of 'Lodge Plugs'.
View original record - 2 - EP6/H28.10.21. intermediate position, and the Lodge Plug for the pocket position. We have now run out of stock of Lodge Plugs, and I do not feel happy in using the Mercury Plug universally. Can…

scan0251 Trial of Lodge Spark Gap type Terminals on a 40/50 chassis.
View original record Hs. from BY. 40/50 CHASSIS. IGNITION WIRING & PLUGS. I am handing you herewith one dozen of the Lodge Spark Gap type Terminal, of which I shewed you a sample. I would like you to try these on chassis…

scan0252 Inquiring about the consideration of a suggested stroboscopic method for observing crankshaft periods.
View original record R.R. 255 A (100 T) (S.C. 536 15-2-16) G. 1546. EFC8/1116. To Oy. from EFC. C. to By. Re - Stroboscopic Method of Observing the Crankshaft Periods etc. We would like to know if you have given any…

scan0253 The stroboscopic method of speed measurement with related formulas and a data table.
View original record X. 2720 STROBOSCOPIC METHOD OF SPEED MEASUREMENT+ Frequency of supply = f No. of views per second = 2f " " " " minute = 120f. Regular figure of s sides running at speed N R.P.M. recurs. sN/n times per…

scan0254 The stroboscopic method for measuring speed, including relevant formulas and a data table.
View original record R.R. 235 a (400 T) (S C. 536 15-2-16) G. 1546. X.2720 STROBOSCOPIC METHOD OF SPEED MEASUREMENT. Frequency of supply = f No. of views per second = 2f " " " minute = 120f Regular figure of s sides…

scan0255 Data table listing various figures, sides, and their corresponding stroboscopic speeds.
View original record H.R. 288 A (770 H) S.D. 442. 9-5-17) G 1965. X.2720 23.10.17. X.2720 - STROBOSCOPIC SPEEDS Figure. Sides round. Speed. 5 1 990 4 1 1237.5 7 2 1414 3 1 1650 8 3 1856 5 2 1980 7 3 2122 (4 6 8) {2 3 4}…

scan0256 Forwarding a copy of a paper by Mr. F. W. Aston on Neon Lamps for Stroboscopic Work.
View original record R.R. 235 B (50 T) (S.G. 504. 8-1-20.) G. 2585. X.2720. I L y To R. from Bn. To EFC. from Bn. Bn2/W5. 8. 20. X 2720. Neon Lamps for Stroboscopic Work. X.3216 I send you herewith copy of a paper by Mr.…

scan0257 Paper on the use of neon lamps for stroboscopic work, reprinted from the Proceedings of the Cambridge Philosophical Society.
View original record R.R. 288A (100 T) (S. G. 643, 19-2-20) G. 2618 X.1601 EFC. NEON LAMPS FOR STROBOSCOPIC WORK. by F. W. Aston, M.A Trinity College (D.Sc.,Birmingham) Clerk-Maxwell Student of the University of…

scan0258 The design and construction of a neon vacuum lamp for stroboscopic work.
View original record - 2 - THE FORM OF LAMP. The original form of the lamp, which it has not been found necessary to alter materially is shown in the sketch. As, in the discharge in Neon, nearly all the light is in the…

scan0259 The method of filling Neon lamps and the factors affecting their lifespan.
View original record - 3 - unsymmetrical to the discharge, allowing it to pass much more easily in the direction indicated in the figure than in the opposite, hence it effectually stops the "reverse" current from the…

scan0260 Experiments with gas-filled lamps, discussing lifespan, pressure, and gas disappearance.
View original record - 4 - The first set of lamps were filled with very carefully purified Neon at 1-2 mm. pressure and run till sputtering had commenced before being used; they may therefore be considered to have had no…

scan0261 The properties and superiority of Neon gas in discharge lamps compared to other gases.
View original record - 5 - R.R. 286A (100 T) (S.G. 643. 19-2-30) G. 2618 tubes is invariably associated with sputtering of the electrodes which, at high pressures, only takes place when the gas is spectroscopically free…

scan0262 Analysis of the nature and duration of a neon lamp's 'working flash' for stroboscopic use.
View original record D.R. 238A (100 T) (S.G. 642. 19-2-20) G. 2818 - 6 - Bancels have shown ("Photochemie de la Retine," Jl. Phys. Path XIII, 1911) that the Fovea Centralis of the eye is immensely more sensitive to red…

scan0263 The applications of Neon lamps for observing high-speed machinery and the recovery of Neon gas.
View original record - 7 - of the total duration of the flash. In neither case was the fuzziness of the image of a measurable order. After careful observation under good conditions the conclusion of three observers was,…

scan0264 Brochure for the 'Vibrating Cord Stroboscope' with a Neon Lamp for examining high-speed machine parts.
View original record interrupter, redundant vibrations of parts and measurement of their amplitudes, the determination of unusual sounds, the location of which is always a delicate matter. In the construction of all high…

scan0265 Descriptive document for the Guillet Vibrating Cord Stroboscope and its special Neon Lamp, explaining its function and applications.
View original record Description of the Guillet Vibrating Cord “Stroboscope” with special Neon Lamp. For the examination and measuring the effects of high speeds and vibrations there are but few practical and simple types…

scan0266 The stroboscopic method of speed measurement with related formulas and a data table.
View original record X. 2720. STROBOSCOPIC METHOD OF SPEED MEASUREMENT. Frequency of supply = f No. of views per second = 2f. " " " " minute = 120f. Regular figure of s sides running at speed N R.P.M. recurs sN/n times…

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