Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | To Mr Warwick from DA regarding an order for 'Ayrtite' sleeves for valve stays. | ||
| View original record | X.4314 COPY FOR EFC. To Mr Warwick from DA. DA14/CB7-1-21. X.4314 RE AYRTITE SLEEVES. I am not sure whether you are still interested in "Ayrtite" sleeves on the valve stays, but I am under the… | ||
| scan0002 | The ordering of Ayrtite valve stem sleeves for an experimental car engine. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: X.4314 (crossed out), S.FC To Da. from Hs/TMW. Hs/TMW4/LG10.1.21. X.4314 RE. AYRTITE SLEEVES. With reference to your Da14/CB7.1.21. We are very interested in Valve Stem Sleeves just now… | ||
| scan0003 | Proposing to test Ayrtite Sleeves for enclosing valves, with handwritten notes on the results. | ||
| View original record | X4314 TO HS. FROM DA. Copy to EFC. DA17/AH16.2.1921. X4314 With reference to the attached Ayrtite Sleeves, perhaps you would like to fit them on to a car to test their efficiency, as we understand… | ||
| scan0004 | Letter from The Streatham Engineering Co., Ltd suggesting the testing of Ayrtite Sleeves on cars. | ||
| View original record | TELEGRAMS: JAYEMSHOKA. PHONE. LONDON TELEPHONE: STREATHAM 2010. 2011 X4314 THE STREATHAM ENGINEERING Co., LTD MACHINISTS GEAR CUTTING · WELDING · GRINDING · HARDENING · & REPETITION WORK OF ALL KINDS… | ||
| scan0005 | Letter from Darracq Motor Engineering requesting information to manufacture Air Tight Sleeves for new models. | ||
| View original record | TALBOT DARRACQ CARS DARRACQ MOTOR ENGINEERING CO LTD. THE VALE, ACTON, LONDON, W.3. WEST END SHOWROOMS: 150 NEW BOND STREET, W.1. TELEPHONE MAYFAIR 6504, 6505, 6695. TELEPHONE: CHISWICK 800 (8 LINES)… | ||
| scan0006 | Letter discussing altering a pump due to a noisy and unreliable relief valve. | ||
| View original record | 14th 10th December 1910. R6/D101210. [Stamp: CJ 15 XII 10] Claude Johnson, Esq. Dear C.J. The relief valve has proved to be a source of noise and is not very reliable. Mr. Spinney and I have therefore… | ||
| scan0007 | Recurring faults with Petrol Pressure Relief Valves and issues with their repair. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (150 H) (W.W. 529. 2-7-14) G. 0670. C O P Y. [Handwritten on left: X1092] Hm4/DW23714. Re Petrol Pressure Relief Valves. N-W We find the above are always the first Wor thing to go wrong with… | ||
| scan0008 | Unsatisfactory pressure relief valve and the need for a reliable pump. | ||
| View original record | COPY. COPY. To E. from R. Copy to J. Copy to Na. With reference to the pressure release valves, for some time we have been trying to introduce a pump with a reliable valve, which will only give us the… | ||
| scan0009 | Cover memo for a letter from Springfield regarding the Air Pressure Relief Valve. | ||
| View original record | X1092 2 To By. from EWT. c to Hs. EWT1/FG16.8.21. X.1092 Re Air Pressure Relief Valve. X172-9 X3902 Attached herewith is copy of letter from Springfield reference Oy2 - G 28721, dated July 28th. for… | ||
| scan0010 | Design of an air pressure relief valve, referencing a Cadillac design as an improvement. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. cc Mr Belnap. Mr. Nadin. Oy2 - C 28721. July 28th 1921. Mr. Claude Johnson. Managing Director. Rolls-Royce Ltd., London. England. Attention. Mr. Royce. Dear Sir, Re Air Pressure Relief Valve.… | ||
| scan0011 | Letter discussing the need for a relief valve due to high altitude, sand, and temperature extremes, referencing Cadillac systems. | ||
| View original record | -2- As I wrote to Mr.Royce, we also think it necessary to fit a relief valve, because of (a). Expansion of air in the tank in strong sun- light, which has been known to raise the pressure to 8 lbs. in… | ||
| scan0012 | The unsatisfactory enamelling of water pumps and a request for an immediate change to an improved process. | ||
| View original record | For Mr. Swindley. Mr. Rudolph. Copies to. c. to E.H. c. to Mr. [illegible] X3152 EP2/P25717. RE. WATER PUMP ENAMELLING. Some considerable time ago, I complained of the present unsatisfactory… | ||
| scan0013 | Confirming the completion of an experiment on water pump casings. | ||
| View original record | To EFC. from R.H.C. 3152A/B.-WATER PUMP CASINGS COPAL VARNISHED AND BLACK AND BLACK ENAMELLED INSIDE. * The above experiment is finished and ready for test. RHC. | ||
| scan0014 | The conversion of an experimental C2 engine into an Eagle 8 type with a list of new experimental parts. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235 A (770 H) (S.D. 442. 9-5-17) G 1965. X.3152A. 5.10.17. Mr. Clark. EXPERIMENTAL C2 ENGINE X.2118 X.3030. We have converted the above engine into an Eagle 8 type and have also incorporated the… | ||
| scan0015 | The preparation of water pump tests and their components. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235 A (770 H) (S.D. 442, 9-5-17) G 1965. X.3152 5.10.17. To Mr. Clark. WATER PUMP TESTS X.3149 X.3152A/B. With reference to the above we have now X.3149 completed your Venturi meters, we have… | ||
| scan0016 | Recommendation to use copal varnish instead of Ripolin enamel on water pump casings. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. Clark. from EH. EH4/LG28.12.17. 28th Dec. 1917. WATER PUMP CASINGS COPAL VARNISHED X.3152 We recommend that the water pump casings should be treated in the same way as we treat the aluminium… | ||
| scan0017 | Corrosion on aluminium engine water circulation fittings and the effectiveness of different protective enamels. | ||
| View original record | X3152 EF1/DJ1519 By from SP c to For [Strikethrough] c to EH. [Strikethrough] c to Mr. [Strikethrough] re Aluminium fittings for engine water circulation. --------------------- It has been noticed… | ||
| scan0018 | Instruction to halt delivery and testing of non-enamelled Water Pumps supplied by Messrs Triumph. | ||
| View original record | R R. 285 A (400) S C 586/16-2-16 G. 1546 I also understand that Water Pumps are not being received from Messrs Triumph's which are only treated with "Water Glass" and are not enamelled. I think it… | ||
| scan0019 | Departmental memo concerning the investigation and potential fitting of detachable wheels. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 475 (50 H) (X 448. 16.12.11). E.P. 798. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 873 (TWO LINES). STAMP: ROLLS-ROYCE LTD Dossier… | ||
| scan0020 | Departmental memo discussing the policy on not adopting detachable wheels due to design difficulties with Mr. Royce's patent. | ||
| View original record | R.R. .475.(50 H) (X 448. 16.12.11). E P. 798. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 813 (Two Lines). DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. This column is for Name of… | ||
| scan0021 | Departmental memo expressing an opinion on a detachable wheel. | ||
| View original record | R.R. .475 (50 H) (PX 448. 16.12.11). E P. 798. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 813 (TWO LINES). DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. This column is for Name of… | ||
| scan0022 | Internal memorandum discussing the policy on fitting detachable wheels versus detachable rims. | ||
| View original record | LE CANADEL 11th Feb 1912 R9/D11212 C.J. from F.H.R. Re detachable wheels. With reference to the attached memorandum TBB2/L1212, I think that neither what Lord Herbert Scott thinks nor what Mr… | ||
| scan0023 | The second page of a typed letter with a handwritten signature and a French administrative stamp. | ||
| View original record | (2) disgrace. I will think further over the matter when I have more time. [Signature] [Stamp Text:] Dossier i/Dossier Reçu le 24 AVR. 1912 * Répondu le [Watermark:] DICKINSON BOND 1804 MADE AT CROXLEY | ||
| scan0024 | Departmental memo discussing the company's position and recommendations regarding detachable wheels and rims. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 476 (50 H) (X 222. 23.1.12). E.P. 1077. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, 14-15, CONDUIT STREET, LONDON, W. TELEGRAMS: "ROLHEAD," LONDON. TELEPHONES: 1654, 1655, 1656 GERRARD. C40/B27312 DEPARTMENTAL MEMO.… | ||
| scan0025 | Detachable wheels, competitor activity, and guidance for salesmen. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 476 (50 H) (X 222. 23.1.12) E.P. 1077. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, 14-15, CONDUIT STREET, LONDON, W. TELEGRAMS: "ROLHEAD," LONDON. TELEPHONES: 1654, 1655, 1656 GERRARD. Mr Wallis DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. This… | ||
| scan0026 | Departmental memo regarding correspondence about detachable wheels. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 476 (50 H) (X 222. 23.1.12) E.P. 1077. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, 14-15, CONDUIT STREET, LONDON, W. TELEGRAMS: "ROLHEAD," LONDON. TELEPHONES. 1654, 1655, 1656 GERRARD. DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. This column is… | ||
| scan0027 | Note specifying the identification letters and numbers for various types of Dunlop detachable wheels and hubs. | ||
| View original record | By from Wd. c.to Hs. c.to Roy. c.to Ms. c.to Sn. c.to EWT.(Test Dept). c.to Hm. c.to EP. c.to D/BP. RECEIVED DEC 22 1926 DUNLOP DETACHABLE WHEELS AND HUBS. Letters and figures to be employed to… | ||
| scan0028 | Need for a suitable stand for changing tyres on detachable wheels and proposing a wall-mounted design. | ||
| View original record | To BN. From EH. EH1/LG23.7.19. 23rd. July 1919. RE - STAND FOR CHANGING TYRES ON DETACHABLE WHEELS. X.3578. With reference to the above stand, I have not been able to find anything locally, suitable… | ||
| scan0029 | Policy on changing tyres on rims and the development of a garage stand. | ||
| View original record | To Da. From En. COPY c. to Hs. Bn19/W20.8.19. RE CHANGING TYRES ON RIMS. X.3548✓ X.1019 With reference to Da6/CB5.8.19. I was afraid the Michelin Co. would not be very interested. When this matter was… | ||
| scan0030 | Examination of a connecting rod failure, focusing on the white metal application for Eagle engine rods. | ||
| View original record | Extract from R5/IB15.4.15. 3415. X.2495.-WHITE METAL FOR CON: RODS - EAGLE. We have examined the connecting rod a second time and we are convinced that without a doubt the stud which first broke off… | ||
| scan0031 | Request to send a 4-bolt connecting rod for an Eagle engine to St. Margaret's with specific modifications. | ||
| View original record | COPY. To Mr Wormald. E2/12515 May 12th, 1915. X.3415 RE X. 2493 - CONNECTING ROD - GROOVED BIG END - EAGLE. Will you please send to St. Margaret's at the earliest moment, a 4 bolt connecting rod with… | ||
| scan0032 | Rig for testing the adhesion of whitemetal. | ||
| View original record | XR81. M.S. RING TO RETAIN W.M. WHILST CASTING WHITEMETAL M.S. .750 x 10 T.P.I. WHIT TO SUIT TESTING M/C. VARIOUS SIZES OF GROOVES TURNED IN THESE FACES TO TEST ADHESION RIG FOR TESTING ADHESION OF… | ||
| scan0033 | Plan for adhesion tests on white metal for connecting rods. | ||
| View original record | EH. from BY/RB. c. Mr Coverley. c. Mr Hall. c. EFC. X.3415. RE WHITE METAL TESTS. Owing to the trouble we have been having to get white metal to adhere properly to the connecting rods, it is thought… | ||
| scan0034 | Requesting modifications to plates for white metal adhesion tests, specifically changing the material and outside diameter. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 234 B (200 T) (S.E. 527. 21-2-18) G. 2129 EH. from BY. Mr Coverley. Mr Hall. EFC. X 3415 27 NOV 1918 November 27. 1918. BY6/P271118. RECEIVED RE WHITE METAL ADHESION TESTS. Further to our… | ||
| scan0035 | Examination of 'Condor' engine connecting rods and the condition of the bronze bush. | ||
| View original record | To R from EH. c. to CJ. c. to BN. c. to E. c. to Da. ------------ X.2059 X.3415✓ RE "CONDOR" CONNECTING RODS. -------------------------------------- We have examined the rods on the 2-cylinder… | ||
| scan0036 | Re-tests of Condor engine connecting rods and the issue of whitemetal cracking in bearings. | ||
| View original record | To R. from EH. c. to CJ. c. to BN. c. to E. c. to Da. EH4/LG13.6.19- 3495 X.3355 X.3415✔ X.2059 RE TESTS ON "CONDOR" CONNECTING RODS We have run the 2-cylinder "Condor" engine with the connection rod… | ||
| scan0037 | Whitemetal issues in various engines and a discussion on the 'Condor' engine's horsepower rating. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- EH4/LG13.6.19. either loose or cracked whitemetal. The American rods have all had to be re-whitemetalled and a large percentage of those made in Switzerland had to be re-whitemetalled. On… | ||
| scan0038 | List of proposed alterations for the American market car, page 2. | ||
| View original record | X.4335 X4616 Alterations proposed for American RR. Car Contd. -2- by.December. 2nd. 1919. Perhaps the spring camber might be increased a little also. About 1" more clearance seems desirable. (b){… | ||
| scan0039 | List of proposed alterations and improvements for the American car model, page 5. | ||
| View original record | X4306/4616 Contd. Alterations proposed on American R.R. Car. -5- by. 2nd. December, 1919. In view of the free-air obtainable at all gasoline stations an engine-driven tyre pump is quite unnecessary,… | ||
| scan0040 | Extract from a letter detailing alterations to a chassis for the U.S.A. market. | ||
| View original record | X4666 15th August 1923. EXTRACT FROM LETTER DATED 4TH AUGUST 1923 CONCERNING ALTERATIONS TO CHASSIS IN U.S.A. ------------------------------------------- This 801st car is having a lot of… | ||
| scan0041 | Decisions and comments on Springfield Standardisation Sheets numbers 7 to 16 regarding proposed alterations. | ||
| View original record | X4665 EP10/H24.8.28. c. Wor. c. Hs. SPRINGFIELD STANDARDISATION SHEETS, Nos.7 - 16. With reference to your CJ/Py2/D2.8.23. I have now had an interview with R. re the above, and he has considered the… | ||
| scan0042 | List of decisions on proposed technical alterations for various vehicle components. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - No.11. Valve Spring. Alteration No. 3774/A. R. does not approve, and he is not convinced that this will reduce the tendency to break. The proposed increased stress is higher than used by us on… | ||
| scan0043 | Instruction for a similar scheme to be adopted at Derby to ensure cars are similar. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - EP10/H24.8.23. No.16 Contd. do any harm, and in order that the cars may be similar, instructs that a similar scheme should be adopted at Derby. | ||
| scan0044 | Letter from Springfield about a proposed alteration to chassis manufacture. | ||
| View original record | X4605 To H. from BJ. Copies to Hs. BJ8/H28.8.23. Re Chassis 802 - 1100. Proposal Sheet No. 18. I attach a copy of a letter from Springfield, dated August 15th, (Oyl/W81523.) The enclosure accompanies… | ||
| scan0045 | Letter regarding a proposal for a 6-volt Westinghouse system, body brackets, and a blueprint for a waterproof toolbox. | ||
| View original record | [Stamp] ITEM J.A.8.U [Illegible circular stamp] August 15, 1923. Mr. Claude Johnson, Rolls-Royce, Limited, London, England. (Copy for attention of Mr. Royce) (Mr. Platford) (Mr. Hives) ✓ Dear Sir: Re:… | ||
| scan0046 | Standardisation of Akernite Pivot Thrust Washers and an alteration proposal from Springfield. | ||
| View original record | To R. from BJ. c. to EP. Hs. X.4605 BJ9/H28.8.23. Akernite Pivot Thrust Washers. Proposal Sheet No.19. X.3681. X.4605 I attach a copy of a letter from Springfield, dated August 15th. 1923.… | ||
| scan0047 | Telegraphed list of design alterations for cars in America and managing communication with the Springfield facility. | ||
| View original record | To EP. from BJ. Copy to OJ. -> Hs. BJ13/H29.8.23. Handwritten: X4645 X4646 Alterations and Contemplated Alterations to R.R. Cars in America. I have telegraphed to Springfield as follows:- "ALTERATIONS… | ||
| scan0048 | Report, standardisation sheets, and alterations made by the Springfield factory. | ||
| View original record | To EP. from BJ. Copy to CJ. Hs. -2- BJ13/H29.8.23 (Cont'd.) take up with R. as soon as possible. If you consider there is anything in your report which is not included in H1/M24823, and which should… | ||
| scan0049 | Letter to Rolls-Royce of America regarding proposed alterations and standardisation of cars. | ||
| View original record | Copies to:- R. CJ. EP. Hs. BJ14/H29823. 29th August, 1923. Messrs. Rolls-Royce of America, Inc., Springfield, Mass., U.S.A. Dear Sirs, Alterations and Contemplated Alterations to Rolls-Royce Cars in… | ||
| scan0050 | Letter to Rolls-Royce of America regarding 'American Alterations' and enclosing Mr. Royce's remarks. | ||
| View original record | COPIES TO:- CJ. BP. Hs. BY. Py. X4605 BJ16/H5823. 5th September, 1923. Messrs. Rolls-Royce of America, Inc., Springfield, Mass., U.S.A. Dear Sirs, AMERICAN ALTERATIONS. With further reference to our… | ||
| scan0051 | Letter to Rolls-Royce of America regarding American alterations and standardisation sheets agreed by Mr. Royce. | ||
| View original record | COPIES TO:- OJ. EP. Hs. BY. Py. BJ17/HS923. 5th September 1923. Messrs. Rolls-Royce of America, Inc., Springfield, MASS. U.S.A. Dear Sirs, AMERICAN ALTERATIONS. We enclose herewith a copy of… | ||
| scan0052 | Querying the procedure for issuing standardisation sheets related to American alterations. | ||
| View original record | X 4605 Hs. BY10-P18.9.23. AMERICAN ALTERATIONS. RECEIVED FEB 18 1924 Referring to the sheets dealing with all the alterations put through and agreed to by R, I take it that you will be dealing with… | ||
| scan0053 | Questioning the process for receiving designs for American alterations, specifically citing sheet metal clips. | ||
| View original record | X4605 To E. from Hs. c. to De. c. to BY. Hs2/LG21.9.23. AMERICAN ALTERATIONS. Are we right in assuming that we shall receive designs from WW. for some of the Items referred to in R's memos. in… | ||
| scan0054 | Procedure and responsibility for American alterations, referencing previous reports. | ||
| View original record | 14605 To EF. from BJ. Copies to Hs. BJ4/H24.9.23. AMERICAN ALTERATIONS. With reference to R1/M24.8.23, the continuation of R1/M24.8.23, and Final Part of R1/M24.8.23, R2/M14.9.23 and R1/M17.9.23, Mr.… | ||
| scan0055 | Recommendation to test brake and change speed levers made from rustless steel and 25% nickel. | ||
| View original record | X4605 BY. from Hs. Hs2/LG24.9.23. RE. AMERICAN ALTERATIONS. R. has recommended we try brake and change speed levers made of rustless steel and 25% nickel, similar to what they use at Springfield. The… | ||
| scan0056 | List of American alterations requiring instructions and tests before standardisation. | ||
| View original record | BY. from Hs. X4605 Hs3/LG25.9.23. RE. AMERICAN ALTERATIONS. With reference to R's memos. in connection with the above. The following is a list of Items which we are expecting you to issue instructions… | ||
| scan0057 | Comments on American alterations related to various vehicle components. | ||
| View original record | V4605 Hs. EP2/026.9.23. Re. AMERICAN ALTERATIONS. With reference to the various comments by R. to the American alterations, i.e. R1/M21.9.23. (11 sheets); R2/M14.9.23; and R1/M17.9.23; the following… | ||
| scan0058 | Recommendations on cancelling a brake spring bracket and fixing a water pump casing. | ||
| View original record | -2- EP2/026.9.23. No. 2260. Cancelling Brake Spring Bracket on Rear Axle, etc. This scheme if adopted may possibly avoid the use of our present ball end radius rod gaiters. No. 2613. Fixing water Pump… | ||
| scan0059 | Outlining the procedure for handling and standardising alterations proposed by the American division. | ||
| View original record | X4605 BJ. c. Hs. C.H. BY6-P26.9.23. AMERICAN ALTERATIONS. Referring to BJ4/H24923, the position in regard to the alterations put forward by America is,that in all cases where Mr Royce suggests that… | ||
| scan0060 | Clarifying instructions to the Springfield plant regarding 'American Alterations' pending further tests and final approval. | ||
| View original record | To EY. from BJ. Copies to HP Hs. (Handwritten note: 'EY' and 'HP' are struck through, with a blue arrow pointing from the line to 'Hs'.) (Handwritten note in a box: X4605) BJ3/H28.9.23. AMERICAN… | ||
| scan0061 | Handling of alterations at the American plant in Springfield, advising to follow existing instructions. | ||
| View original record | X4605 c. Hs. re. AMERICAN ALTERATIONS. With reference to your BJ3/H28.9.23, I do not feel that we can attempt to prevent Springfield from going ahead with the alterations as long as R. has given them… | ||
| scan0062 | Typed memorandum discussing the approval process for American alterations. | ||
| View original record | X 4605 BJ. c. EP. c. Hs. BY5-P1.10.23. AMERICAN ALTERATIONS. Replying to BJ3/H28923 and further to BY6-P26923, I see no reason why R's later reports should not be despatched to america the same as the… | ||
| scan0063 | The testing and standardization process for alterations proposed by the American operations, including quotes from Mr. Royce. | ||
| View original record | X4605 To BJ. from BJ. Copies to Hs. BJ1/H2.10.23. AMERICAN ALTERATIONS. I asked Mr. Royce whether he considered it was desirable for any or all of the alterations which he had agreed to go through the… | ||
| scan0064 | Which parts require a 10,000-mile test and coordinating standardization with the Springfield facility. | ||
| View original record | To BY. from BJ. Copies to Hs. EP. -2- in (b) are very small, and W. officials do not consider it is necessary for them to be tested with a 10,000 miles test. It is of course impossible for us here to… | ||
| scan0065 | Listing American alterations and their corresponding blueprint numbers. | ||
| View original record | X4605 TO EP. FROM E. c. to CJ. BY. c. to HS. DA. RE. AMERICAN ALTERATIONS. E2/M4.10.23. We send you herewith the following blue prints enumerated below in connection with the above alterations:- 2620.… | ||
| scan0066 | American alterations and the necessity of a 10,000-mile test upon them. | ||
| View original record | X4605 Hs. C. EP. [C. is struck through] AMERICAN ALTERATIONS. It appears from BJ1/D41023, that it will be necessary for EP, yourself and myself, to consider the whole of the American alterations which… | ||
| scan0067 | The forwarding of American standardisation sheets and requesting confirmation if further tests are required. | ||
| View original record | X4605 BJ8/H9.10.23. To from BJ. Copies to H.S AMERICAN ALTERATIONS. X4605 With reference to the attached copy of letter to Rolls-Royce of America, (BJ7/H9.10.23), with which we forwarded the four… | ||
| scan0068 | Letter to Rolls-Royce of America regarding standardisation sheets for American alterations. | ||
| View original record | COPIES TO: Dy. Hs. BJ7/H91023. 9th October, 1923. Messrs. Rolls-Royce of America, Inc., Springfield, Mass., U.S.A. Dear Sirs, AMERICAN ALTERATIONS. On the 5th September (BJ17/H5.9.23) we forwarded to… | ||
| scan0069 | Letter to Rolls-Royce of America enclosing a list of initialled standardisation sheets for various components. | ||
| View original record | ...923. 4th September 1923. Messrs. Rolls-Royce of America, Inc., Springfield, Mass. Dear Sirs, In accordance with our letter of the 29th August, BJ14/H29823, we now have pleasure in enclosing the… | ||
| scan0070 | American alterations and confirming Mr. Royce's consent for a gearbox modification. | ||
| View original record | To EP.. from E. X.4605. E1/M24.10.23. c. BJ. HS. BY. DA. RE AMERICAN ALTERATIONS. X.4605. Concerning your memo. EP1/H91023., we had not overlooked alteration No.2716 - Simplified method of locking… | ||
| scan0071 | Proposal for the standardization of chassis parts, specifically to adopt Silchrome No.1 for exhaust and inlet valves. | ||
| View original record | R.R.A.160-1 10M-2-1-23 45625 ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. PROPOSED STANDARDIZATION OF CHASSIS PARTS No. 25 Alteration No. 4000/A Date: October 30, 1923 Handwritten: X4616 F/3688 To… | ||
| scan0072 | Proposed standardization of chassis parts concerning the front engine guard. | ||
| View original record | R.R.A.160-1 10M-2-1-23 45625 ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. PROPOSED STANDARDIZATION OF CHASSIS PARTS No. 24 Alteration No. 4030/A Date October 30, 1923 To Mr. Belnap The following is… | ||
| scan0073 | Proposal to discontinue riveting on bolts in favour of lock washers, as per American Standardisation Sheet No. 22. | ||
| View original record | Y4616 Wors c. Hs. Cr. Rg. EP31/H31.10.23. re. AMERICAN STANDARDISATION SHEET NO. 22. The following Standardisation Sheet, No.22. Alteration No. 4153/A, dated October 13th. 1923, has been submitted to… | ||
| scan0074 | Use of Grover lock washers and riveting on chassis components. | ||
| View original record | EP31/H31.10.23. "since lock washers,(i.e. Grover Washers) are used with absolute success on a number of the most important places on the chassis, including the suspension of the sphere, it would be… | ||
| scan0075 | American alteration to a valve stem based on a Standardisation Sheet from Springfield. | ||
| View original record | X4605 BY C.W.O. [crossed out] c. Hs. EP1/H2.11.23. re. AMERICAN ALTERATIONS. We have now received Standardisation Sheet from America No. 17, which appears to have been lost in the post. The… | ||
| scan0076 | American Standardisation Sheet No. 25 concerning the thickening of Gudgeon Pins. | ||
| View original record | To H. from BJ. c. to EH. c. to Hs. #636 X4616 BJ/Py12/D14.11.23. Re: American Standardisation Sheet No. 25. Thickening Gudgeon Pins. I attach copy of Oy4-E-11123 of November the 1st, together with the… | ||
| scan0077 | Proposal to revert to an earlier gudgeon pin lock screw design due to post-war failures. | ||
| View original record | Oy4-E-11128 November 1st, 1923. Mr. Claude Johnson, Rolls-Royce, Ltd., London, England. (Copy for attention of Mr.Royce " " " " Mr.E.Platford " " " " Mr.E.Hives) Dear Sir: Ref: Proposal Sheet No.25… | ||
| scan0078 | Increased stiffness of pin E-17765 to prevent it from spreading and hammering loose. | ||
| View original record | -2- Oy4-E-11123 in conjunction with a pin which is slightly heavier, but 3-1/2 times as stiff as pin E-17765. This increased stiffness we believe is desirable because pin E-17765 gave us a little… | ||
| scan0079 | Proposed standardization of chassis parts concerning an alteration to the Gudgeon Pin. | ||
| View original record | R.R.A. 160-1 16M-2-1-23 45625 ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. PROPOSED STANDARDIZATION OF CHASSIS PARTS No. 25 Alteration No. 4188/A Date November 1st, 1925 To Mr. Belnap The following… | ||
| scan0080 | The return of four signed American Standardisation Sheets to America. | ||
| View original record | Y4616 To [obscured] from BJ. c. to Hs. BJ/Py17/D20.11.23. Re: American Standardisation Sheets. The following four sheets have been signed by CJ. and R. and returned to America to-day:- Standardisation… | ||
| scan0081 | Approval of standardisation sheets for 40/50 American Alterations to be used on Derby made cars. | ||
| View original record | BM (struck through) c. Hs. XU605 (handwritten) EP5/H21.11.23. re. 40/50 American Alterations. Referring to RL/M16/11.23, in which Mr. Royce approves of four standardisation sheets, i.e. 17, 22, 23,… | ||
| scan0082 | Approval and implementation of American Standardisation Sheets Nos. 17, 22, 23, and 24. | ||
| View original record | X4616 BY c. Hs. EP/1/H.30.11.23. re. AMERICAN STANDARDISATION SHEETS. Nos. 17, 22, 23, and 24. BJ. in his memo reference BJ/Py6/D29.11.23, now writes as follows:- "As we informed you, these sheets… | ||
| scan0083 | Standardisation Sheet No. 24 and associated communication to avoid cabling America. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - EP1/H30.11.23. memo, probably you will write BJ direct and let me have a copy. As far as I am concerned, I can confirm these Standardisation Sheets, and according to my record, there is only… | ||
| scan0084 | Letter from the Springfield plant to Derby discussing piston pin performance and knocking issues. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. x416 Oy2-E-121023 December 10, 1923. Mr. E. W. Hives, % Rolls-Royce, Ltd., Derby, England. Hs. from Oy. Re: Piston Pins Proposal Sheet No. 25. We do not… | ||
| scan0085 | Analysis of piston pin wear and rattling issues, with a proposed design alteration to prevent distortion and knocking. | ||
| View original record | Oy2-E-121023 -2- The attached sketch shows how we think this occurs, distortion being greatly exaggerated. A shows E-17765 compressed a little sideways against the aluminum. In case of (perhaps) an… | ||
| scan0086 | Sketches illustrating rubbing marks and distortion on a cylindrical component. | ||
| View original record | D A B C Rubbing marks at side. Hard rubbing marks at top | ||
| scan0087 | Selecting American alterations that do not require a 10,000-mile test. | ||
| View original record | X4605 BJ. C. EP. C. Hs. BY2-P6.12.23. AMERICAN ALTERATIONS. In accordance with your requirements, Hs, EP, and myself have co-jointly gone through the whole of the American alterations dealt with by R.… | ||
| scan0088 | List of American alterations with corresponding reference numbers. | ||
| View original record | BJ. BY1-P6.12.23. AMERICAN ALTERATIONS. 3728. Float Needle in Stainless Steel with plain end. 1808) Steering positions. 2027) 2314. Starting Handle. 3246. Junction Blocks for Air Pipe in the top of… | ||
| scan0089 | Bakelite Nuts on Control Levers. | ||
| View original record | 2732. Bakelite Nuts on Control Levers. BY. Watermark text: DICKINSON BOND 1804 MADE AT CROXLEY | ||
| scan0090 | Agreeing to process a list of American alterations without issuing formal standardisation sheets. | ||
| View original record | X4605 BJ C.EP. C.Hs. AMERICAN ALTERATIONS. Referring to BY2-P61223, it is definitely agreed that the list attached to the above memo giving the alteration which Hs, EP. and myself definitely agree do… | ||
| scan0091 | Letter to Rolls-Royce of America regarding a list of approved alterations for cars. | ||
| View original record | COPIES TO:- DY. EP. Hs. E. X4605 BJ4/H121223. 12th December, 1923. Messrs. Rolls-Royce of America, Inc., Springfield, MASS., U.S.A. Dear Sirs, ALTERATIONS TO ROLLS-ROYCE CARS IN AMERICA. We attach a… | ||
| scan0092 | List of alterations for cars in America. | ||
| View original record | LIST OF ALTERATIONS TO ROLLS-ROYCE CARS IN AMERICA. 3728. Float needle in stainless steel with plain end. 1808) 2027) Steering positions. 2314. Starting handle. 3246. Junction blocks for air pipe in… | ||
| scan0093 | Requesting comments on American Standardisation Sheets Nos. 17, 22, 23, and 24. | ||
| View original record | X4616 BY. c. Hs. EP19/H14.12.23. re. American Standardisation Sheets. Nos. 17. 22. 23 and 24. With reference to my EP1/H30.11.23 re the above - I shall be glad to know if you have any comments to make… | ||
| scan0094 | Proposal sheet for an alteration to the Epicyclic Gear on the 2nd Motion Shaft. | ||
| View original record | To H. [struck through] from BJ. c. to W. [struck through] c. to Hs. X4616 BJ/Py4/D25. .24. Re: Proposal Sheet No. 28. Epicyclic Gear on 2nd Motion Shaft. We attach hereto the Standardisation Sheet No.… | ||
| scan0095 | Proposal sheet regarding the epicyclic gear on the 2nd motion shaft, suggesting the omission of a bush and substitution of a guide. | ||
| View original record | Oy4-E-11124 January 11, 1924. Mr. Claude Johnson, Rolls-Royce, Ltd., London, England. (Copy for attention of Mr.Royce " " " Mr.E.Platford " " " Mr.E.Hives) COPY Dear Sir: Re: Proposal Sheet No.28… | ||
| scan0096 | Proposal to cancel bush G-3518 and reduce the bore of the sun wheel shaft for the epicyclic gear. | ||
| View original record | R.R.A.160-1 15M-2-1-23 45625 ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. PROPOSED STANDARDIZATION OF CHASSIS PARTS No. 28 To Mr. Belnap The following is proposed: PIECE NOS. AFFECTED: S.S. G-6501… | ||
| scan0097 | Proposal Sheet No. 27 for seals on carburetter adjustment, proposing an alteration for the 1st of March. | ||
| View original record | To Hv from BJ. c. to APs. c. to Hs. X4616 BJ/Py5/D25.1.24. Re: Proposal Sheet No. 27. Seals on Carburetter Adjustment. z We attach hereto the Standardisation Sheet No. 27 received from America to-day.… | ||
| scan0098 | List of R.R. screw thread specifications, their dimensions, and standardization notes. | ||
| View original record | Oy11-E-22524 -5- February 22, 1924. R.R.Threads at 1101(cont'd.) Basic size 3/4" S.A.E. 3/4 x 16 This is already S.A.E.standard and is already used by us on S.A.E.pipe unions. 15/16" .812 x 16… | ||
| scan0099 | Proposal to seal carburettor jets to prevent owner tampering based on service experience. | ||
| View original record | OyS-E-11124 January 11, 1924. Mr. Claude Johnson, Rolls-Royce, Ltd., London, England. (Copy for attention of Mr. Royce " " " " Mr. E.Platford " " " " Mr. Hives) Dear Sir: Re: Proposal Sheet No.27… | ||
| scan0100 | Proposed standardization to fit lead seals on carburetter adjustments to prevent tampering. | ||
| View original record | R.R.A. 160-1 16M-2-1-23 46625 ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. PROPOSED STANDARDIZATION OF CHASSIS PARTS NO.27 Alteration No. 4234/A Date January 11, 1924 To Mr. Belnap The following is… | ||
| scan0101 | Drawing for a lead seal with the Rolls-Royce monogram. | ||
| View original record | DRAWING No A-5039 SEE ALSO THE FOLLOWING OPERATION DRAWINGS 4239 / A MONOGRAM TO BE PRESSED IN WHEN FITTED. .312 DIA .031 DEPTH OF RELIEF LETTERS .187 HIGH X .125 WIDE DRAWN BY: AWT TRACED BY: AWT… | ||
| scan0102 | Distributing Proposal Sheet No. 26 concerning the lubrication of the clutch trunnion, received from America, and asking for approval of the alteration. | ||
| View original record | X4616 To Er from BJ. c. to HPs c. to Hs. BJ/Py6/D25.1.24. Re: Proposal Sheet No. 26. Lubrication of Clutch Trunnion. We attach hereto the Standardisation Sheet No. 26 received from America to-day. You… | ||
| scan0103 | Proposal sheet regarding a modification to the lubrication of the clutch trunnion. | ||
| View original record | Oy2-E-11124 January 11, 1924. Mr. Claude Johnson, Rolls-Royce, Ltd., London, England. (Copy for attention of Mr.Royce " " " Mr.E.Platford " " " Mr.Hives) Dear Sir: Re: Proposal Sheet No.26 Lubrication… | ||
| scan0104 | Proposed standardization of the clutch mechanism, replacing a trunnion screw and deleting an oil hole. | ||
| View original record | R.R.A.160-1 16M-2-1-23 45625 ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. PROPOSED STANDARDIZATION OF CHASSIS PARTS No.26 Alteration No. 4256/A Date January 11, 1924 To Mr. Belnap The following is… | ||
| scan0105 | Blueprint for a Screw with dimensions and material specifications. | ||
| View original record | 2173 /H 4234 /H Jay DRAWING NO E-18407. SEE ALSO THE FOLLOWING OPERATION DRAWINGS PIECE NO NOT TO BE MARKed ON. SLOT .050 +5 .250 +10 .156 +10 .025 RAD .625 +.30 .500 +.30 .183 DIA -2 45° +/-2° .025… | ||
| scan0106 | Engineering drawing of a Trunnion Screw for a 40/50 model. | ||
| View original record | DRAWING No A-5056 SEE ALSO THE FOLLOWING OPERATION DRAWINGS 4256 A TURN .616-4 SCREW .625 DIA. 16 T.P.I." R.H. TO FIT GAUGE DRILL .250 DIA. +10 .050 -10 CHAMFER AT 45° ±2° .125 ±15 DRILL .325 +10 .625… | ||
| scan0107 | Requesting an update on the present position of experimental schemes for an American Standardisation Sheet. | ||
| View original record | X.4616 To Hs. from BJ. BJ/Py2/D29.1.24. Re: American Standardisation Sheet No. 25. -------------------------------------- We understand that * R. has submitted schemes for further experimental… | ||
| scan0108 | American Proposal Standardisation Sheets for clutch, carburetter, and gear components. | ||
| View original record | V4616 To EF. from BJ. to Hs. BJ/Py3/D12.2.24. Re: American Proposal Sheet No. 26 - Lubrication of Clutch Trunnion. American Proposal Sheet No. 27 - Seals on Carburetter Adjustment. American Proposal… | ||
| scan0109 | Status of American Standardisation Sheet No. 25, concerning the thickening of Gudgeon Pins. | ||
| View original record | X4616 To Hs. from BJ. BJ/Py1/D19.2.24. Re: American Standardisation Sheet No. 25 Thickening of Gudgeon Pins. X636 44616 With reference to my BJ/Py2/D29.1.24, we should be glad to hear if there is… | ||
| scan0110 | Progress update on the thickening of gudgeon pins. | ||
| View original record | X4616 BJ/Py. from Hs. Hs2/LG22. 2. 24. AMERICAN STD. SHEET - NO. 25. THICKENING OF GUDGEON PINS. X4616 4636 At the moment thereis nothing further to report on this matter. Tests are in progress but… | ||
| scan0111 | American Proposal Sheets 26, 27 & 28, including a notation from Mr. Royce. | ||
| View original record | 4616 To EP. from BJ. c. to Hs. BJ/Py10/D23.2.24. Re: American Proposal Sheets 26, 27 & 28. ----------------------------------------- We have now received the above sheets back from R., duly signed. We… | ||
| scan0112 | American Proposal Sheets 26, 27 & 28, agreeing to alterations and cancelling a 10,000 miles test. | ||
| View original record | BJ. -c. Hs. c. BY. 44616 EP25/H29.2.24. re. American Proposal Sheets, 26, 27 & 28. z With reference to your BJ/Py10/D28.2.24. BY. is at present away, but I have discussed these matters with Hs. and… | ||
| scan0113 | The status of an alteration for American Standardisation Sheet No. 25. | ||
| View original record | X4616 To Hs. from BJ. c. to EP. BJ/Py10/D1.3.24. Re: American Standardisation Sheet No. 25. ---------------- With reference to your Hs2/LG22.2.24, we note there is nothing further to report in this… | ||
| scan0114 | Seeking an opinion on the necessity of a 10,000-mile test for modifications related to American Standardisation Sheets. | ||
| View original record | Y4616 To HE. from BJ. c. to Hs. c. to HV. BJ/Py11/D28.3.24. Re: American Standardisation Sheets Nos. 29 & 30. We have now received these back from R. duly signed, without comment. Will you please let… | ||
| scan0115 | American Standardisation Sheets, waiving a 10,000-mile test and returning various sheets. | ||
| View original record | c. Hs. X4616 EP12/H1.4.24. re. American Standardisation Sheets.Nos. 29 & 30. With reference to your BJ/Py11/D28.3.24, I have discussed this matter with Hs. and BY. and we are of the opinion that it… | ||
| scan0116 | Proposals for American gearbox alterations, specifically regarding vibrations and the strengthening of the gear box. | ||
| View original record | X4616 c. Hs. EP13/HL.4.24. re. AMERICAN ALTERATIONS. No. 29 & 30. With reference to BJ's memo BJ/Py11/D28.3.24, I have replied to this on our behalf in my EP12/Hl.4.24 copy of which has been sent to… | ||
| scan0117 | Adopting American gear manufacturing practices at the Derby factory. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - The point to consider as far as we are concerned is why we cannot have the same practice applied on the Derby cars, and if after studying the drawings referred to you are not able to appreciate… | ||
| scan0118 | American Proposal Sheet No. 30 concerning the manufacture of Ground Continuous Gears. | ||
| View original record | To [struck through] from BJ. c. to SE. c. to Hs. H4616 BJ/Py2/D10.3.24. Re: American Proposal Sheet No. 30. Ground Continuous Gears. We attach copy of Oyl/E/22524 of February 22nd, together with the… | ||
| scan0119 | Proposal sheet regarding the production of ground continuous gears to reduce noise and eliminate the use of abrasives. | ||
| View original record | Oy1-E-22524 February 22, 1924. Mr. Claude Johnson, Rolls-Royce, Ltd., London, England. (Copy for attention of Mr.Royce " " " " Mr.E.Platford " " " " Mr.E.Hives) Dear Sir: Re: Proposal Sheet No.30… | ||
| scan0120 | Proposed standardization of chassis parts to use ground straight pitch gears for the constant mesh pinion and gear. | ||
| View original record | R.R.A.160-1 16M-2-1-23 45625 ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. PROPOSED STANDARDIZATION OF CHASSIS PARTS Alteration No. 4252/A Date February 22, 1924. To Mr. Belnap The following is… | ||
| scan0121 | Proposal Sheet No. 29 for a change to the gear box. | ||
| View original record | To IF. from BJ. c. to EH. c. to Hs. F4616 BJ/Py4/D10.3.24. Re: Proposal Sheet No. 29. Change Gear Box. We attach copy of Cy2-E-22524 of February the 22nd, together with Standardisation Sheet. & blue… | ||
| scan0122 | Proposal to modify the change gear box by adding cross-webs to silence the 'growl' from the reverse gear. | ||
| View original record | Oy2-E-22524 /4616 February 22, 1924. Mr. Claude Johnson, Rolls-Royce, Ltd., London, England. (Copy for attention of Mr. Royce " " " Mr. E.Platford " " " Mr. E.Hives) Dear Sir: Re: Proposal Sheet No.29… | ||
| scan0123 | Proposed alteration to the change gear box to make the reverse quieter by casting external cross-webs. | ||
| View original record | R.R.A.160-1 1M-2-1-23 45625 ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. PROPOSED STANDARDIZATION OF CHASSIS PARTS No. 29 Alteration No. 4045/A Date February 22, 1924. To Mr. Belnap The following… | ||
| scan0124 | American Standardisation Sheet No. 31 concerning Piston Bedding. | ||
| View original record | To H. from BJ. c. to H. c. to Hs. X4616 BJ/Py3/D11.3.24. Re: American Standardisation Sheet No. 31. Piston Bedding. We attach hereto copy of Oy3-E-22524 of the 22nd February, together with the… | ||
| scan0125 | Proposal sheet No. 51 detailing adjustments to piston bedding to address engine knocking. | ||
| View original record | Oy8-E-22524 February 22, 1924. Mr. Claude Johnson, Rolls-Royce, Ltd., London, England. (Copy for attention of Mr.Royce " " " " Mr.E.Platford " " " " Mr.E.Hives) Dear Sir: Re: Proposal sheet No.51… | ||
| scan0126 | Proposed standardization of a chassis part, specifically the Piston, to modify its bedding. | ||
| View original record | R.R.A.160-1 15M-2-1-23 45625 ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. PROPOSED STANDARDIZATION OF CHASSIS PARTS No. 51 Alteration No. 4152/A Date February 22, 1924 To Mr. Belnap The following… | ||
| scan0127 | Eccentric adjustment of a magneto pinion, referencing American Standardisation Sheet No. 32. | ||
| View original record | H4616 To R. from BJ. c. to EP. c. to Hs. BJ/Py4/D11.3.24. Re: American Standardisation Sheet No. 32. Eccentric Adjustment of Magneto Pinion. We attach hereto copy of Oy4-E-22524, together with the… | ||
| scan0128 | Proposal sheet regarding an eccentric adjustment for the magneto pinion to address backlash and rattling issues. | ||
| View original record | Oy4-E-22524 February 22, 1924. Mr. Claude Johnson, Rolls-Royce, Ltd., London, England. (Copy for attention of Mr. Royce " " " " Mr. E. Platford " " " " Mr. E. Hives) Dear Sir: Re: Proposal sheet No.32… | ||
| scan0129 | Proposed standardization of a magneto drive bearing eccentric sleeve for chassis parts. | ||
| View original record | R.R.A.160-1 1M-2-1-23 45625 ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. PROPOSED STANDARDIZATION OF CHASSIS PARTS No.52 Alteration No. 4591/A Date February 22, 1924. To Mr. Belnap The following is… | ||
| scan0130 | American Standardisation Sheet No. 33 for a Fiber Pedal Pad. | ||
| View original record | To ~~ from BJ. C. to ~~. C. to Hs. f4616 BJ/Py5/D11.3.24. Re: American Standardisation Sheet No. 33. Fiber Pedal Pad. We attach copy of Oy5-E-22524 of February 22nd, together with the Standardisation… | ||
| scan0131 | Proposal to fit a fiber pedal pad to prevent heat transfer from the engine to the driver's foot. | ||
| View original record | Oy5-E-22524 February 22, 1924. Mr. Claude Johnson, Rolls-Royce, Ltd., London, England. (Copy for attention of Mr.Royce " " " Mr.E.Platford " " " Mr.E.Hives) Dear Sir: Re: [Struck through: Proposal… | ||
| scan0132 | Proposed standardization to replace the steel accelerator pedal pad with a fiber one to prevent heat transfer to the driver's foot. | ||
| View original record | R.R.A.160-1 16M-2-1-23 45625 ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. PROPOSED STANDARDIZATION OF CHASSIS PARTS No. 33 To Mr. Belnap The following is proposed: PIECE NOS. AFFECTED: A-5185… | ||
| scan0133 | American Standardisation Sheet No. 34 for a radiator-to-pump water connection. | ||
| View original record | To [struck through] from BJ. c. to EP. [struck through] c. to Hs. 44616 Re: American Standardisation Sheet No. 34. Water Connection - (Radiator to pump). We attach hereto copy of Oy6-E-22524 of… | ||
| scan0134 | Proposal sheet regarding the water connection between the radiator and pump, addressing an issue causing leaks. | ||
| View original record | Oy6-E-22524 February 22, 1924. Mr. Claude Johnson, Rolls-Royce, Ltd., London, England. (Copy for attention of Mr. Royce " " " " Mr. E. Platford " " " " Mr. E. Hives) Dear Sirs, Re: Proposal Sheet No.… | ||
| scan0135 | Proposed standardization of a chassis part, the water connection from the radiator to the pump. | ||
| View original record | R.R.A.160-1 16M-2-1-23 46625 ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. PROPOSED STANDARDIZATION OF CHASSIS PARTS No. 54 To Mr. Belnap The following is proposed: PIECE NOS. AFFECTED: E-18381… | ||
| scan0136 | American Standardisation Sheet No. 35 for steel washers in the rear axle case. | ||
| View original record | 44616 To EW from BJ. c. to EP. c. to Hs. BJ/Py7/D11.3.24. Re: American Standardisation Sheet No. 35. Steel Washers below bolts in rear axle case. We attach hereto copy of Cy7-E-22524, together with… | ||
| scan0137 | Proposal sheet to use steel washers below bolts in the rear axle case to prevent them from loosening and crushing the aluminum. | ||
| View original record | Oy7-E-22524 February 22, 1924. Mr. Claude Johnson, Rolls-Royce, Ltd., London, England. (Copy for attention of Mr.Royce " " " " Mr.E.Platford " " " " Mr.E.Hives) Dear Sir: Re: Proposal Sheet No.35… | ||
| scan0138 | Proposed standardization to fit steel washers in the rear axle to prevent bolt heads crushing into aluminum. | ||
| View original record | R.R.A.160-1 15M-2-1-23 45625 ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. PROPOSED STANDARDIZATION OF CHASSIS PARTS Alteration No. 4570/A Date February 22, 1924 To Mr. Belnap The following is… | ||
| scan0139 | Proposed immediate implementation of American Standardisation Sheet No. 36 for a Con. Rod Bolt. | ||
| View original record | f4616 To R. from BJ. (The 'R.' is struck through) c. to E. (The 'E.' is struck through) c. to Hs. BJ/Py8/D11.3.24. Re: American Standardisation Sheet No. 36. Con. Rod Bolt. We attach copy of… | ||
| scan0140 | Proposal to modify the con/rod bolt design due to a material shortage in forging. | ||
| View original record | Oy8-E-22524 February 22, 1924. Mr. Claude Johnson, Rolls-Royce, Ltd., London, England. (Copy for attention of Mr.Royce " " " " Mr.E.Platford " " " " Mr.E.Hives) Dear Sir: Re: Proposal Sheet No.56… | ||
| scan0141 | Proposed standardization to modify the connecting rod bolt and corresponding milling. | ||
| View original record | R.R.A.160-1 15M-2-1-23 45625 ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. PROPOSED STANDARDIZATION OF CHASSIS PARTS No.56 Alteration No. 4459/A Date: February 22, 1924 To Mr. Belnap The following… | ||
| scan0142 | American Standardisation Sheet No. 37, concerning the lubrication of intermediate camshaft bearings. | ||
| View original record | To K. from BJ. c. to W. c. to Hs. f4616 BJ/Py9/D11.5.24. Re: American Standardisation Sheet No. 37. Lubrication of Intermediate Camshaft Bearings. We attach hereto copy of Oy9-E-22524 of February… | ||
| scan0143 | Proposal to modify the lubrication of intermediate camshaft bearings to prevent squeaking on new cars. | ||
| View original record | Oy9-E-22524 February 22, 1924. Mr. Claude Johnson, Rolls-Royce, Ltd., London, England. (Copy for attention of Mr.Royce " " " " Mr.E.Platford " " " " Mr.E.Hives) Dear Sir: Re: Proposal Sheet No. 37… | ||
| scan0144 | Proposal to modify the 4 intermediate camshaft bearings to improve lubrication. | ||
| View original record | R.R.A. 160-J 16M-2-1-28 45625 ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. PROPOSED STANDARDIZATION OF CHASSIS PARTS No. 37 Alteration No. 4458/A Date February 22, 1924. To Mr. Belnap The following… | ||
| scan0145 | Standardisation Sheet No. 38 and the use of 'bone-grey' fiber. | ||
| View original record | To W. from BJ. c. to W. c. to Hs. X 4616 BJ/Py10/D11.3.24. Re: Standardisation Sheet No. 38. Use of "bone-grey" fiber. We attach hereto copy* of Oy10-E-22524 of February 22nd, together with… | ||
| scan0146 | Proposal sheet to use 'bone-grey' fiber instead of red fiber for slipper fly-wheels. | ||
| View original record | Oy10-E-22524 February 22, 1924. Mr. Claude Johnson, Rolls-Royce Ltd. London, England. (Copy for attention of Mr.Royce " " " " Mr.E.Platford " " " " Mr.E.Hives) Dear Sir: Re: Proposal Sheet No.38 Use… | ||
| scan0147 | Proposal to standardize chassis parts by substituting bone-grey fiber for red fiber washers on the slipper flywheel. | ||
| View original record | R.R.A.160-1 10M-2-1-23 46625 ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. PROPOSED STANDARDIZATION OF CHASSIS PARTS No. 38 Alteration No. 4550/A Date February 22, 1924. To Mr. Belnap The following… | ||
| scan0148 | Cover memo requesting approval for a proposal concerning Standardisation Sheet No. 39 on screw threads. | ||
| View original record | X4616 BJ/Py11/D11.3.24. To A.H. from BJ. c. to E.H. c. to Hs. Re: Standardisation Sheet No. 39. Screw Threads. We attach hereto copy of Oyll-E-22524 of February 22nd, together with Standardisation… | ||
| scan0149 | Letter discussing the proposed simplification of screw threads and comparing S.A.E. and R.R. standards. | ||
| View original record | Oy11-E-22524 February 22, 1924. Mr. Claude Johnson, Rolls-Royce, Ltd., London, England. (Copy for attention of Mr.Royce " " " " Mr.E.Platford " " " " Mr.E.Hives) Dear Sir: Re: Proposal Sheet No. 39… | ||
| scan0150 | Proposal and list for standardizing screw threads to the U.S. standard form. | ||
| View original record | Oy11-E-22524 -2- February 28, 1924. On all threads we propose to call for U.S.standard form, that is a 60° included angle and flat top, since we find in practice that since all our threads are… | ||
| scan0151 | Proposed standardization of chassis parts to adopt a simplified system of threads for all Springfield manufactured cars. | ||
| View original record | R.R.A.160-1 15M-2-1-23 45625 ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. PROPOSED STANDARDIZATION OF CHASSIS PARTS No. 39 Alteration No. 4459/A Date February 22, 1924. To Mr. Belnap The following… | ||
| scan0152 | The implementation of changes detailed in American Standardisation Sheets 29-39. | ||
| View original record | X4616 To Cy. from BJ. BJ/Py3/D21.3.24. Re: American Standardisation Sheets 29-39. --------------------------------------- The above Standardisation Sheets were received here on the 10th inst. 1923 You… | ||
| scan0153 | List of engineering change proposals and implementation dates for various components. | ||
| View original record | -2- BJ/Py3/D21.3.24. No. 34. Water Connection (Radiator to Pump) To break this pipe near pump as shown on Print A-5207 and use E-18196 (Bottom radiator connection) again on inlet of water pump. To… | ||
| scan0154 | Reviewing and commenting on American standardisation sheets Nos. 31 to 39. | ||
| View original record | X.4616 To B.J. from E. c. to BY. HS. EP. E1/M26.6.24. RE. AMERICAN STANDARDISATION SHEETS. X.4616. Please find herewith American std. sheets Nos. 31 to 39 inclusive, which have been dealt with by Mr.… | ||
| scan0155 | American Standardisation Sheets and the necessity of testing modifications before approval. | ||
| View original record | X4616 To Mr. [redacted] from BJ. c. to Mr. [redacted] c. to Hs. BJ/Py13/D27.6.24. Re: American Standardisation Sheets. ------------------------------ With reference to E1/M26.6.24, a copy of which you… | ||
| scan0156 | Providing comments on a list of items related to American standardisation sheets. | ||
| View original record | 4616 Hs. EP4/H10.7.24. re. AMERICAN STANDARDISATION SHEETS. With reference to BJ's memo reference BJ/Py13/D27.6.24 and report from E. reference E1/M26.6.24, I shall be glad if you will please let me… | ||
| scan0157 | Camshaft squeak, materials for slipper flywheel washers, and alterations to screw threads. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - EP4/H10.7.24. No. 37. Contd. with a view to some alteration being made to overcome the "camshaft squeak" as previously reported, which I believe is also their trouble and which we have not been… | ||
| scan0158 | Follow-up memo regarding experiments on the thickening of gudgeon pins for American Standardisation Sheet No. 25. | ||
| View original record | X4616 To Hs. from BJ. c. to WF. BJ/Py4/D30.7.24. Re: American Standardisation Sheet No. 25. With further reference to your Hs2/LG.22.2.24, will you let me know whether the experiments in connection… | ||
| scan0159 | American Standardization Sheets Nos. 31-39. | ||
| View original record | EP (crossed out) Hs. BJ (crossed out) +4616 Thn3/H11.8.24. re. American Standardization Sheets. Nos. 31 - 39 Inclusive. With reference to the above, dealt with in E's memo reference E1/M26.6.24 and… | ||
| scan0160 | Delayed review of American Standardisation Sheets and the potential for a complaint. | ||
| View original record | COPY. z To EP. from BJ. BJ/Py19/D28.7.24. re. American Standardisation Sheets Nos. 31 - 39. With reference to your EP11/H24.7.24, these Standardisation Sheets were received here in March last and we… | ||
| scan0161 | Review of American Standardization Sheets with remarks on alterations and the '10,000 miles clause'. | ||
| View original record | EP c. Hs. 44616 BY7/H. 15. 8. 24. Referring to American Standardization Sheets sent to Derby under cover of BJ/Pyl3/D.27.6.24. The position in regard to these American Standardization Sheets has been… | ||
| scan0162 | List of points regarding camshaft lubrication, bone grey fibre, and screw thread alterations. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - BY7/H. 15. 8. 24. No.37. Lubrication of Intermediate Camshaft Bearings, ------------------------------------------------------- 10,000 Miles clause not operative. No.38. Bone Grey Fibre.… | ||
| scan0163 | Follow-up memo regarding experiments on the thickening of gudgeon pins for an American Standardisation Sheet. | ||
| View original record | X46116 To Hs. from BJ. BJ/Py5/D2.9.24. Re: American Standardisation Sheet No. 25. We wrote you on the 30th of July as follows:- "With further reference to your Hs2/LG.22.2.24, will you "let me know… | ||
| scan0164 | Advising that tests in connection with American Standardisation Sheet No. 25 are not yet completed. | ||
| View original record | To B.J. from Hs. X4616 Hs2/LG4.9.24. RE. AMERICAN STANDARDISATION SHEET. No. 25. Referring to BY/Py5/D2.9.24. The tests in connection with this item are not yet completed. We will advise you when they… | ||
| scan0165 | Requesting an update on the progress of tests for a gudgeon pin, referencing American Standardisation Sheet No. 25. | ||
| View original record | X4616 To Hs. from BJ. BJ/Py5/D30.9.24. Re: American Standardisation Sheet No. 25. With reference to your Hs2/LG4.9.24, will you please let me know what progress is being made with the tests of this… | ||
| scan0166 | Proposal for the standardization of chassis parts, specifically to adopt a left-hand steering position and a 3-speed gearbox. | ||
| View original record | R.R.A.160-1 16M-2-1-23 45625 ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. PROPOSED STANDARDIZATION OF CHASSIS PARTS No. 40 Alteration No. 4780/A Date October 2, 1924. To Mr. Belnap The following is… | ||
| scan0167 | Proposal sheet detailing changes and test results for Chassis 1101, specifically regarding covered valves. | ||
| View original record | Oy5-E-10724 R' + 4616 October 7, 1924. To: Mr. Belnap Mr. Claude Johnson Mr. Royce Derby Works Committee Mr. Burton Mr. Caswell Mr. Hadin From: Mr. Olley Re Proposal Sheet No.40 Chassis 1101 The… | ||
| scan0168 | The generator position, double ignition system, and exhaust heated throttle. | ||
| View original record | OyE-E-10724 -2- October 7, 1924. (2) Generator Position. (See prints marked 2). This is virtually the same scheme as now adopted in England. The generator however, (being concentric instead of… | ||
| scan0169 | The testing and development of an exhaust heated throttle and exhaust system components. | ||
| View original record | OyS-E-10724 -3- October 7, 1924. (4) Exhaust heated throttle. (cont'd). pipe was tried with verying amounts of "fishtail". The throttle acting as a silencer, it was found that even with a full bore… | ||
| scan0170 | Modifications to the exhaust system and the development of the pilot jet and control system. | ||
| View original record | Oy3-E-10724 -4- October 7, 1924. (5) Exhaust System. (cont'd) Exhaust boxes. We have now lengthened the front box forward, see print A-6020, and also the rear box, (print A-6091) giving a total… | ||
| scan0171 | Updates and testing on engine controls, the steering column, and pedal arrangement. | ||
| View original record | OyS-E-10724 -5- October 7, 1924. (7) Controls on Engine. These are as shown on prints brought over in March. The ignition advance has been made 30° (crankshaft) manual, and 25° automatic. The… | ||
| scan0172 | Design and condition of pedals, engine feet, and the gearbox. | ||
| View original record | OyS-E-10724 -6- October 7, 1924 (9) Pedals (cont'd.) The bottom stop for the accelerator pedal is the floorboard which is attached along its upper edge to the bottom of the dash. The boards were found… | ||
| scan0173 | Gearbox, starter, speedometer, and hand brake mechanism performance and proposed modifications. | ||
| View original record | (10) Gearbox (cont'd.) Feeds the oil into the gears, (also the smaller and less resonant gearbox). Side shaft was a very fair standard, i.e. it could just be heard, when the oil was cold. Slight… | ||
| scan0174 | Hand brake mechanism, footbrake adjustment, actuating box, and wiring. | ||
| View original record | (11) Hand brake mechanism.(cont'd.) To the side of the frame and connect up with the existing standard equalizing gear without change. Following Mr. Royce's suggestion the brake rack was not… | ||
| scan0175 | Vehicle component testing, covering wiring simplification, a sphere boot, felts on hub caps, and engine coupling lubrication. | ||
| View original record | (14) Wiring (cont'd.) The engine wiring is much simplified. Two standard H.T.wiring tubes are used held in double polished aluminum clips either side of the top water pipe. Two shorter tubes of… | ||
| scan0176 | The lubrication of engine couplings, comparing standard and new experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | Oy3-E-10724 -10- October 7, 1924. (17) Lubrication of Engine Coupling. (cont'd.) The engine coupling lubrication on standard cars is generally neglected because it is below the floorboards. It is less… | ||
| scan0177 | The progress of testing a Fibre Pedal Pad as per American Proposal Sheet No. 33. | ||
| View original record | Hs. 44616 EP/Thn10/H17.10.24. re. American Proposal Sheet No. 33. Fibre Pedal Pad. BJ. has asked what progress has been made in regard to the testing of this type of pad, as the American… | ||
| scan0178 | Circulation of documents for an American proposal to adopt left-hand steering and a 3-speed gearbox. | ||
| View original record | X4616 BY [crossed out] Hs. Wor. [crossed out] EP2/H4.11.24. re. American Proposal Sheet No. 40. To adopt the Left-Hand Steering and 3-Speed Gearbox. I have received a batch of papers from America,… | ||
| scan0179 | The completion of tests on a gudgeon pin related to an American Standardisation Sheet. | ||
| View original record | X4616 To Hs. from BJ. Re: American Standardisation Sheet No. 25. Will you please let me know if the tests on this gudgeon pin are now completed so that we may return the sheet to America without… | ||
| scan0180 | Proposal Sheet No. 40 for Chassis 1101 Left Hand Drive, attaching a related letter and photographs. | ||
| View original record | X4616 To EH from BJ. c. to Hs. c. to ER. (for Works Committee) BJ/Py3/D14.11.24. Re: Proposal Sheet No. 40. Chassis 1101 - Left Hand Drive. I attach copy of letter Oyl-E-103034, of Oct. 30th, together… | ||
| scan0181 | Accompanying photographs detailing proposed changes for Chassis 1101, supplementing Proposal Sheet No. 40 for test car 102 CX. | ||
| View original record | Oy1-E-103034 October 30, 1924. To: Mr. Belnap cc Mr. Claude Johnson Mr. F. H. Royce Derby Works Committee From: Mr. Olley Re Proposal Sheet No.40 Chassis 1101 We are attaching sets of photographs of… | ||
| scan0182 | Proposal Sheet No. 41 and an accompanying blueprint for an alteration. | ||
| View original record | 44616 To EH. from BJ. c.c. to EF. (for Works Committee) c.c. to Hs. BJ/Py2/Av/D17.11.24. Re: Proposal Sheet No. 41. We attach Proposal Sheet No. 41, together with the blue print accompanying it. Will… | ||
| scan0183 | From Mr. Olley regarding Proposal Sheet No.41, concerning a preferable arrangement for a hollow clutch spigot. | ||
| View original record | Oy7-E-105124 October 31, 1924. To: Mr. Belnap cc Mr. Claude Johnson Mr. F. H. Royce Derby Works Committee From: Mr. Olley Re Proposal Sheet No.41 The prints and proposal sheet attached practically… | ||
| scan0184 | Proposed standardization of chassis parts, specifically altering the crankshaft extension and stud for lubrication. | ||
| View original record | R.R.A. 160-1 16M-2-1-23 45625 ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. PROPOSED STANDARDIZATION OF CHASSIS PARTS No.41 Alteration No. 4832/A Date October 31, 1924 To Mr. Belnap The following is… | ||
| scan0185 | Blueprint drawing for a Crankshaft Extension Stud (Rear). | ||
| View original record | 4832 A DRAWING NO A.6222. SEE ALSO THE FOLLOWING OPERATION DRAWINGS 4.550 .875 ±20 .500 DIA DRILL .250 DIA ±10 .025 CH'F'R AT 45° TURN .491-.494 DIA SCREW .500 DIA. 16 T.P.I. R.H. DRAWN BY: S.K.C.… | ||
| scan0186 | Technical drawing of a crankshaft extension (rear). | ||
| View original record | DRAWING NO A-6221. SEE ALSO THE FOLLOWING OPERATION DRAWINGS 4832 A 60° .562 .025 CHFR' AT 45° 8.250 5.000 ±.10 3.250 .900 .075 RAD. .997 1.254 DIA. -.001/2 THIS END TO BE TURNED 1.0625 DIA. BEFORE… | ||
| scan0187 | American proposal sheet no. 40, referring the decision to 'R.' and disapproving of a proposal for Derby built cars. | ||
| View original record | To EP. from Hs. +4616 Hsl/LG17.11.24. RE. AMERICAN PROPOSAL SHEET NO.40. We have no comment to make. As the proposal is such an extensive and radical departure, we think it is a matter which only R.… | ||
| scan0188 | American Proposal Sheet No. 41 regarding the lubrication of a clutch spigot bearing. | ||
| View original record | BY. Hs. Wor. X4616 EP13/H18.11.24. z American Proposal Sheet No. 41. Lubrication of Clutch Spigot Bearing. I attach herewith Proposal Form No.41 from America in regard to the above, together with two… | ||
| scan0189 | Commenting on American Proposal Sheet No.41 regarding the lubrication of the Clutch Spigot Bearing. | ||
| View original record | 44616 To EP. from Hs. Hs7/LG19.11.24. Re. American Proposal Sheet No.41. Lubrication of Clutch Spigot Bearing. x4616 x872 We have no comment to make in connection with this scheme. We think that it… | ||
| scan0190 | Update on the position of American Standardisation Sheet No. 25. | ||
| View original record | VL4G16 To Hs. from BJ. BJ/Py1/D28.11.24. Re: American Standardisation Sheet No. 25. Could you please let me know the position of this matter, as the Standardisation Sheet has been in our possession… | ||
| scan0191 | American modifications, their temporary nature, and specific comments on chassis updates and clutch spigot oiling. | ||
| View original record | X.4616 To CJ. from R. c. to BJ. HS. R3/M3.12.24. RE. AMERICAN MODIFICATIONS. We (RG. E. DA. and R.) spent several hours on these last evening and have passed most things without comment as we really… | ||
| scan0192 | Confirming the receipt, signing, and return of American Standardisation Sheets No. 40 and 41. | ||
| View original record | X4616 To WE. from BJ. c. to HWC. c. to Hs. BJ/PyS/D4.12.24. Re: American Standardisation Sheet No. 40. Steering Gearbox & Associated Parts, also Covered Valves, and American Standardisation Sheet No.… | ||
| scan0193 | Correspondence about American proposal sheets and alterations. | ||
| View original record | BY. Hs. F4616 EP5/H17.1.25. re. American Alterations. We attach herewith correspondence we have had with BJ. regarding the last lot of American Proposal Sheets. Please note and return. Is it your wish… | ||
| scan0194 | American Standardisation Sheet No. 25, which proposes thickening a gudgeon pin by reducing its bore. | ||
| View original record | X4616 To Hs. from BJ. BJ/Py2/D13.3.25. Re: American Standardisation Sheet No. 25. With reference to the above Standardisation Sheet in which it is proposed to thicken up the gudgeon pin by reducing… | ||
| scan0195 | The distribution of American Proposal Sheets Nos. 42 & 43. | ||
| View original record | 44616 Hs. EP/Thn1/H8.6.25. re. American Proposal Sheets Nos. 42 & 43. The above mentioned Proposal Sheets have now been found, and we attach copy of same herewith for your comments. We shall be glad… | ||
| scan0196 | From Mr. Olley regarding the transmission of proposal sheets and reports to England. | ||
| View original record | Oy5-E-112824 November 28, 1924. To: Mr. Belnap cc Mr. Claude Johnson Mr. F. H. Royce Works Committee London File Mr. Nadin From: Mr. Olley Re Proposal Sheets It is our intention, now that the main… | ||
| scan0197 | Proposed standardization of the flywheel and clutch engine coupling to improve lubrication. | ||
| View original record | R.R.A.160-1 16M-2-1-96 45625 ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. PROPOSED STANDARDIZATION OF CHASSIS PARTS No.42 Alteration No. 4780/A Date November 28, 1924 To Mr. Belnap The following is… | ||
| scan0198 | Proposal sheet discussing solutions for noise development in engine couplings. | ||
| View original record | Oy3-E-112824 November 28, 1924 To: Mr. Belnap cc Mr. Claude Johnson Mr. F. H. Royce Works Committee London File Mr. Nadin From: Mr. Olley Re Proposal Sheet No.42 Engine Coupling The rapid development… | ||
| scan0199 | Proposed changes to springs and lubrication systems for a vehicle component, page 2. | ||
| View original record | Oy3-E-112824 -2- November 28, 1924. (a) Springs below blocks (cont'd.) We therefore submit the change to England with confidence that it is a definite improvement in the permanency of this part in… | ||
| scan0200 | Proposed standardization of chassis parts regarding transmission lubrication. | ||
| View original record | R.R.A.160-1 16M-2-1-23 45625 ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. PROPOSED STANDARDIZATION OF CHASSIS PARTS No. 43 To Mr. Belnap The following is proposed: Alteration No. 4780/A Date:… | ||
| scan0201 | Proposal sheet regarding transmission lubrication, detailing issues with alemite nipples and proposing a modified oil syringe. | ||
| View original record | Oy4-E-112824 November 28, 1924. To: Mr. Belnap cc Mr. Claude Johnson Mr. F. H. Royce Works Committee London File Mr. Nadin From: Mr. Olley Re Proposal Sheet No.43 Transmission Lubrication (New Section… | ||
| scan0202 | Lubrication issues, component wear, and proposed material changes for various parts. | ||
| View original record | Oy4-E-112824 -2- November 28, 1924. This makes it very unlikely that anyone will have special adapters made for fitting alemites, and this thread is not used on any other American car. Furthermore… | ||
| scan0203 | Instructions for the rear axle oiler. | ||
| View original record | -5- November 28, 1924. Rear Axle (cont'd.) does in summer, it may be necessary to add a little to bring it up to the level of the filler hole. We believe our instructions on the oiler to put in one… | ||
| scan0204 | Circulating American Proposal Sheets No. 61 and 62 for internal comment and review. | ||
| View original record | BY. Hs. Wor. X4616 EP/Thn1/H26.6.25 AMERICAN PROPOSAL SHEETS. No.61. Sliding Joint in Cross Pipe to Carburetter. No.62. Con. Rod Big end Bush. We are attaching to BY's copy of this memorandum the… | ||
| scan0205 | Distributing American Proposal Sheets for review and comment regarding a Bonnet Tie Rod and a Rear Spring Plate & Serrated Rocker. | ||
| View original record | BY. Hs. Wor. V4616 EP/Thn5/H1.7.25. re. American Proposal Sheets. No. 63. Bonnet Tie Rod. No. 64. Rear Spring Plate & Serrated Rocker. We attach to BY's copy of this memo, the above mentioned Proposal… | ||
| scan0206 | Proposal Sheet No. 65 regarding threaded front shackles and adjustable rear spring pivots. | ||
| View original record | BY Hs. 4016 EP/Thn7/H6.10.25. Proposal Sheet No. 65. Threaded front shackles and adjustable rear spring pivots. We are attaching hereto to BY's copy of this memo, Proposal Sheet No. 65, memo from… | ||
| scan0207 | Approval and testing requirements for the Connecting Rod Big End Bush from American Proposal Sheet No. 62. | ||
| View original record | BY Hs. 8/4616 EP/Thn11/H5.1.26. re. American Proposal Sheet No. 62. Connecting Rod Big End Bush. With reference to the above, Mr. Royce has now signed this without comment. We are asked by BJ. to… | ||
| scan0208 | Correspondence from America about vehicle part proposals and required testing. | ||
| View original record | BY. Hs. Wor. X4616 EPL/H17.3.26 re. Correspondence from America. We are attaching to BY's copy of this memo:- (1) American Proposal Sheet No. 72. re Wheelbase. with BJ/Py1/D15.3.26. with attachments.… | ||
| scan0209 | Proposal Sheet No.70 from America concerning engine steering and associated parts. | ||
| View original record | BY. Hs. Wor. X.4616 EP9/H19.3.26. Correspondence from America. Proposal Sheet No.70. Engine Steering,etc. and Associated Parts. We are attaching the above Proposal Sheet to BY's copy of this memo,… | ||
| scan0210 | Proposal sheets and correspondence from America, requesting a reply to previous memos. | ||
| View original record | BY. Hs. Wor. J4616 EP/Thn2/H9.4.26. re. Proposal Sheets and Correspondence from America. We shall be glad to have a reply to our memos EP1/H17.3.26 and EP9/H19.3.26 together with the return of the… | ||
| scan0211 | Requesting an update on experiments related to an American proposal to thicken a gudgeon pin. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from BJ. X4616 BJ/Py1/D30.4.26. Re: American Standardisation Sheet No. 25. We had some correspondence early last year regarding American proposal to thicken up the gudgeon pin by reducing the… | ||
| scan0212 | Cessation of experiments on Silver Ghost gudgeon pins and the American standardisation proposal. | ||
| View original record | To BJ/Py. from Hs. X466 Hs2/LG1.5.26. AMERICAN STANDARDISATION SHEET No.25. X685 z As we have now stopped producing Silver Ghost type cars we are not proceeding with experiments on the Gudgeon Pins;… | ||
| scan0213 | American Standardisation Sheet No. 73 for a Pilot Jet and the necessity of a 10,000-mile test. | ||
| View original record | X4616 Hs. BY. Wor. EP10/H12.8.26. re. American Standardisation Sheet No. 73. Pilot Jet. We attach herewith American Standardisation Sheet for the above, together with Drawings A8409/10. Will you… | ||
| scan0214 | The American Standardisation Sheet No. 73 for a Pilot Jet, and its potential standardisation for Derby. | ||
| View original record | °Hs. BY Wor X4616 EP10/H12.8.26. re. American Standardisation Sheet No. 73. Pilot Jet. We attach herewith American Standardisation Sheet for the above, together with Drawings A8409/10. Will you please… | ||
| scan0215 | Proposal sheet for the standardization of a piloted jet needle for chassis parts. | ||
| View original record | RRA 192 1m-12-24 50502 ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. PROPOSED STANDARDIZATION OF CHASSIS PARTS Proposal Sheet No.75 Alteration No. 6120/A 6129/A Date July 19th, 1926 To Mr. Belnap… | ||
| scan0216 | American Standardisation Sheet No. 74 for an oil filter. | ||
| View original record | BY. Hs. Wor. X4616 EP23/H13.8.26. re. American Standardisation Sheet No. 74. Oil Filter. We attach herewith to BY's copy of this memo American Proposal Sheet No. 74, together with memo from… | ||
| scan0217 | Chasing a reply concerning American Standardisation Sheet No. 73 for a Pilot Jet. | ||
| View original record | DY. HS. wcr. X4616 EP's Dept. EP. is absent. Thn7/H26.8.26. re. American Standardisation Sheet No. 73. Pilot Jet. We shall be glad to receive your reply to our EP10/Hl2.8.26 with regard to the above,… | ||
| scan0218 | Follow-up memo requesting a reply regarding the American Standardisation Sheet No. 73 for a Pilot Jet. | ||
| View original record | M4616 BY. Hs. Wor. EP's Dept. EP. is absent. Thn7/H26.8.26. re. American Standardisation Sheet No. 73. Pilot Jet. We shall be glad to receive your reply to our EP10/H12.8.26. with regard to the above,… | ||
| scan0219 | Query regarding the necessity of 10,000-mile tests for American Standardisation Sheets Nos. 76 to 81. | ||
| View original record | Y4616 HS. EP/Thn4/H26.8.27. re. AMERICAN STANDARDISATION SHEETS. NOS. 76 - 81 INCLUSIVE. We shall be glad if you will let us know whether 10,000 miles tests are necessary in connection with the above.… | ||
| scan0220 | Requesting comments on American Standardisation Sheets and the necessity of a 10,000 miles test for proposed alterations. | ||
| View original record | BY. Hs. V4616 EP4/H23.9.27. re. American Standardisation Sheets. Nos. 76 - 81 Inclusive. We regret that we have not yet received your comments with regard to the above, as to whether a 10,000 miles… | ||
| scan0221 | American Standardisation Sheets Nos. 82, 86, 87, and 88, and a query about a 10,000-mile test. | ||
| View original record | BY. (crossed out) Hs. X4616 EP6/H5.10.27. re. AMERICAN STANDARDISATION SHEETS. Nos. 82, 86, 87, and 88. We attach to BY's copy of this memorandum correspondence and Blue/rints referring to the above… | ||
| scan0222 | American Proposal Sheet No.93 for a cross steering tube and a proposed 10,000 miles test. | ||
| View original record | Hs. X.4616 EP5/H5.11.27. American Proposal Sheet No.93. CROSS STEERING TUBE. We attach to BY's copy of this memo. Proposal Sheet from American in connection with the above. Will he please note and… | ||
| scan0223 | Proposal sheet regarding fan lubrication and a 10,000-mile test for standardisation. | ||
| View original record | Hs. X466 EP/Thn7/H15.11.27. American Proposal Sheet No. 94. re. Fan Lubrication. We attach hereto correspondence and drawings in connection with the above. Will HY. and Hs. please state whether they… | ||
| scan0224 | American proposal sheets for a hand brake, shift lever, and bumpers, questioning the need for a 10,000-mile test. | ||
| View original record | X-4616 Hs. EP/Thn16/H8.12.27. re. American Proposal Sheets. We attach herewith American Proposal Sheets Nos. 95, Hand Brake and 96, Forward Position of Shift Lever, and 97, Front and Rear Bumpers.… | ||
| scan0225 | American Proposal Sheet No. 98 on brakes and a proposed 10,000-mile test. | ||
| View original record | BY [Struck through] Hs. re. American Proposal Sheet No. 98. Brakes. [Underlined] We attach to BY's copy of this memo. the above mentioned Proposal Sheet. Will BY. please state whether he considers… | ||
| scan0226 | Proposal sheet regarding the American Standardisation for a Spring Drive, requesting feedback on a 10,000-mile test. | ||
| View original record | BY Hs. X4616 EP2/H3.1.28. AMERICAN STANDARDISATION SHEET. No.99. Spring Drive. We attach hereto the above mentioned Proposal Sheet. Will BY. please state whether he considers 10,000 miles test… | ||
| scan0227 | American Standardisation Sheet No. 101 concerning extra cylinder lubrication and a proposed 10,000-mile test. | ||
| View original record | BY. Hs. X4616 EP/2/H16.5.28. re. AMERICAN STANDARDISATION SHEET NO. 101. Extra Cylinder Lubrication. We are handing to BY. memo. from America, reference Oyl/R5.1.28. together with Proposal Sheet as… | ||
| scan0228 | American Standardisation Sheets for a foot-dimming switch, wheels, tyres, and rear shock absorbers. | ||
| View original record | BY. [struck through] Hs. *L4616 EP/Thn7/H5.7.28. AMERICAN STANDARDISATION SHEETS No.103. Foot-Dimming Switch for Headlights. No.104. Wheels and Tyres. No.105. Rear Shock Absorbers.… | ||
| scan0229 | Cover note for American Standardisation Sheets 109 (Sparton Horn) and 110 (Steering). | ||
| View original record | EY. (crossed out) Hs. Y4616 EP2/H11.10.28. AMERICAN STANDARDISATION SHEETS. Nos. 109 and 110. We attach hereto American Standardisation Sheet,109, Sparton Horn, and 110, Steering. Will EY. please note… | ||
| scan0230 | Procedure for replying to American alteration reports. | ||
| View original record | Sg. c. Hs. X4616 BY7/G.26.4.29. RE REPLYING TO AMERICAN ALTERATION REPORTS. ------------------------------------- We had already come to a decision at Derby that Hs. would leave the matter of replying… | ||