Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| img001 | Bugatti car for experimental purposes, its condition, and number plates. | ||
| View original record | REF PRE & POST WAR CAR ENGINE DESIGN. COPY. To D. from R. c. to J. c. to EH. 6/7/16 c. to EP. R4/W4716. July 4th, 1916. 2266 RE BUGATTI CAR. Regarding the small Bugatti car here we require a black… | ||
| img002 | Letter discussing the potential of a Bugatti overhead valve engine and arranging for a chassis for testing. | ||
| View original record | To EP. from R. c. to EH. 10/8/16 COPY R6/W8816. August 8th, 1916. RE BUGATTI CAR. I propose sending the little Bugatti to you in the course of a week or so, and I want you and Mr Hives to give your… | ||
| img003 | Chassis preference and concerns about body size. | ||
| View original record | F.R.A 235 (400 T) (S.C. 536. 15-2-16) G. 1546. -2- R6/W8816. To EP. from R. shall be there. I should of course prefer one of our own chassis, but do not want a great bulky body. R. | ||
| img004 | Carburetter options for a Bugatti, including a sketch of the induction pipe flange. | ||
| View original record | 6/7/16 To E.H. from R. c. to J. COPY. R7/W4716. July 4th, 1916. RE CARBURETTER FOR BUGATTI. Having had some experience with the Zenith carburetter on the Bugatti which shews considerable delicacy of… | ||
| img005 | The trial of a Claudel Hobson carburetter on a Bugatti car. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235 A (400 T) (S.C. 536. 15-2-16) G. 1546. To Na. from E. c. to EH. 17/7/16 COPY. E3/W15716. July 15th, 1916. RE BUGATTI CAR. With reference to the above Mr Royce wishes to try a Claudel Hobson… | ||
| img006 | The potential acquisition of a straight-eight Bugatti for the purpose of studying its characteristics. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from R. E. Da. c. to BJ. C. Sg. RE. STEERING. X.8430 X.7430 X.2266 The car which (after the Hispano) might be interesting from a road holding point of view, and for other reasons, is the straight… | ||
| img007 | Dismantling an eight-cylinder Bugatti engine for inspection after a big end bearing failure. | ||
| View original record | To Wor. From Hs. X2266 Hs.2/WJ.16.9.29. One of our men Tresilian, has an eight cylinder Bugatti car. At various times R. and Rg. have been interested in the construction of this engine especially in… | ||
| img008 | Technical description of an 8-cylinder Bugatti engine, detailing general specifications, valve timing, and crank arrangement. | ||
| View original record | E. C..Hs. X2266 Rg/Tsnl/ME.2.6.30. Re: 8 CYLINDER BUGATTI ENGINE. ----------------------------- Mr. Jenner asked me to send on prints of the crankshaft etc., of my car, since you are now interested in… | ||
| img009 | Analysis of engine balance, inertia loads, and harmonics for smoother running. | ||
| View original record | ) - 2 - at high speeds, and the inertia loads on the shaft are more balanced than in the usual arrange- ments. This should help to give smoother running. The normal 2-4-2- or 4-4 arrangements would… | ||
| img010 | Engine characteristics, performance, and an analysis of a big end bearing failure. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - The over-run is very smooth. It has four solid engine feet, on the bottom half, and the crankcase is evidently intended to stiffen or steady the front of the frame. The ratio of rotating weight… | ||
| img011 | Inquiry about the approximate cost of a second-hand straight-8 Bugatti. | ||
| View original record | To Ps. Paris. from Hs. 72266 Hs2/LG18.4.28. We are thinking of purchasing a straight-8 Bugatti. It is not necessary for us to have a new car; a second-hand one in good condition would answer our… | ||
| img012 | Confirming receipt of a request to locate and procure a straight-8 Bugatti. | ||
| View original record | Srow 42266 To: Hs Derby From: HK HK2/JL 21.4.28 I have received your Hs218 of 18th.inst. asking us to try and get hold of a straight-8 Bugatti for you. I have a man looking out for one of these, a… | ||
| img013 | Letter regarding Bugatti cars, enclosing a price list and discussing a potential trial of a new model. | ||
| View original record | "Hs" Derby. Y2266 Hkl/AW.26.4.28. I enclose price-list of standard Bugatti cars, and also a list of four second-hand cars showing prices, these latter being of the straight-eight type, but you perhaps… | ||
| img014 | Road test of an 8-Cylinder 2-Litre Bugatti and its comparison to the Phantom Sports car. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c. to BJ. Wor. c. to E. DA. c. to EY. CY. c. to CWB. X2266 Hs2/LG25.4.28. 8-CYL: 2-LITRE BUGATTI. X3531/X2266 We had a run in one of these cars yesterday. The owner wishes to sell it… | ||
| img015 | Intelligence report on a Bugatti 5-litre 8-cylinder chassis and potential competitor engine developments. | ||
| View original record | Sèvres P/S copy "H" X2266 Ps15/RJ.4/9/29. I have been given very reliable information that the Bugatti 5-litre 8 cylinder chassis has given very satisfactory results. It is intended to compete with… | ||
| img016 | Reviewing automotive technologies from a show and discussing the company's experimental and production strategies. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- to be produced in quantity. Older model much more reason- able, but still not a car for silence, restfulness, and everyday use. Except that these people have advertised themselves, I see… | ||
| img017 | Expecting a progress update from Mr. Ellis regarding the work on Impregnating Coils. | ||
| View original record | To Wor. for Mr. Ellis. W.M. [Stamp: RECEIVED NOV 1913] R10/P 3.11.13 [Stamp: RECEIVED D NOV 1913] Re Impregnation of Coils. X. 753. I am expecting another note from Mr. Ellis with reference to the… | ||
| img018 | Requirement for makers to provide details on the heat treatment of steel parts. | ||
| View original record | TBB10/H20912. Mr Wormald COPY. Westwood, Crowborough, Sussex. 20th Sept. 1912. [Stamp: RECEIVED 23 SEP 1912] Mr Johnson & T.C. Re Heat treatment of Steels. With regard to those parts which are… | ||
| img019 | Letter from G.W. Hancock detailing multiple vehicle faults, including oil and water leaks, from a location in France. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y 13 D) Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. Dec. 18th. 1928. Hs. from G.W.Hancock. We are having a serious leak of oil from the rear crankshaft bearing. The oil drains into the clutch… | ||
| img020 | Performance benefits of adopting two inlet valves per cylinder, an idea inspired by analysing Bentley engines. | ||
| View original record | To Sor. From Hs. C. to E. Hy. to Br. Dr. to PH. En. to I.F. X1497 Hs./KT.30.8.33. X7000 X1000 X2000 IMPROVED PERFORMANCE OF ROLLS ROYCE CAR ENGINES. Two years ago we tried an 8 litre Bentley that was… | ||
| img021 | Instructions regarding the testing of petrol and oil-resisting enamels on carburettor components. | ||
| View original record | To: C/R Clarke Order No.: Customer's No.: Re Petrol & Oil Resisting Enamels X 3067 We have tried the above Enamels & the Castrol Resisting Enamel was applied to a Float Chamber Casting & then… | ||
| img022 | Modifications and the effectiveness of 20 HP Torque Reaction Dampers. | ||
| View original record | Hs To EP. from Hs. c. to BY. c. to Sft. Hs1/LG20.2.24. 20 HP. - TORQUE REACTION DAMPERS. We consider we should go slow in making any modification to the set of these dampers. In the last paragraph of… | ||
| img023 | Internal request to borrow a direct current motor for the crankshaft analysing rig, with a handwritten reply. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (FOUR LINES). Wor/SM14/L231213 Names and Indicating letter. Initial of person addressed. A Mr. ADAMS By Mr.… | ||
| img024 | Failing single thrust bearing in the 40/50 chassis, causing noisy axles and urging a production halt until a new double thrust bearing design is implemented. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c.c. to CJ. c.c. to Wor. c.c. to BN. c.c. to E. c.c. to Dn. c.c. to BY. c.c. to EP. Handwritten notes: Hs - DYNAMIC, REALISTIC Hs. CALLS R. CJ to ORDER REF ORIGINAL (stamped) SENDING… | ||
| img025 | Aero engine thrust washer tests and identified faults with bevel pinions and electrical equipment. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- HS3/LGY.6.21. It will be remembered that on the aero engine we went to the expense of making the shaft and the thrust washer tapered in order to try and prevent them from turning. We have… | ||
| img026 | Unreliability issues with various electrical components and comparing supplier equipment. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -3- Hs3/LC7.6.21. ************* 1. Dynamo does not cut in early enough. 2. Cut-out is not reliable. 3. Fuse holders are not reliable. 4. Tin lead fuses are not reliable. 5. Belt drive for… | ||
| img027 | Comparison of Marmon and Lucas electrical equipment, including generators and cut-outs, and a discussion on delaying improvements. | ||
| View original record | Contd. HSB/LC7.6.21. ************ in a very short time because of the accessibility of this unit. The Generator on the Marmon car is quite satisfactory and silent. We have tried the battery ignition… | ||
| img028 | Confirmation of a telegram sent to Chichester regarding unsatisfactory units and part standardisation. | ||
| View original record | CONFIRMATION OF TELEGRAM TELEPHONED TO CHICHESTER. ORIGINAL 9th June, 1921. X2565 R SUPPORTS HS. ROYCAR DERBY. HIVES RE UNSATISFACTORY UNITS ON CHASSIS PRESS FORWARD STANDARDISATION SHEETS FOR THE… | ||
| img029 | Recommendation to cease using Lucas electrical components due to multiple failures and resulting reputational damage. | ||
| View original record | To - WD. from R. Copy to cd. " " EH. " " EFC. [Handwritten Notes Top] ORIC... PUT LUCAS ON THE SPOT Loss of R.R. REPUTATION [STAMP] RECEIVED [References & Date] X.3014 X.4165 X.4172 R3/G9/6/21. RE THE… | ||
| img030 | Design specifications for 'Goshawk I' and 'II' dynamos and motors, as well as the 40 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | X.543 X4342 X.294 X4359 RE R.R. DYNAMOS AND MOTORS - "GOSHAWK I" AND II" AND 40 HP. CHASSIS. We have sent you under cover of our memo E1/G9/6/21, drawing Lec.1405 which gives the proportions for the… | ||
| img031 | Clarifying the terminology used for the R.W. and Test Plate dynamometers. | ||
| View original record | To HS. from R. Copy to CJ. x1692 x3317 [STAMP] ORIGINAL [STAMP] RECEIVED JUN 11 1921 RE HORSE POWER RECORDS. HS 2 R1/G9/6/21. With reference to your memo HS1/LG3/6/21, the confusion has been that they… | ||
| img032 | Telegram from Royce instructing not to accept any more electrical equipment from Lucas. | ||
| View original record | Roycear Derby Hives wednesday will be quite convenient re Lucas my instructions are we accept no more electric equipment from them they must first make those delivered satisfactory to the users Royce | ||
| img033 | Copy of a telegram from London to Derby concerning electrical equipment stock and output. | ||
| View original record | COPY OF TELEGRAM. ORIGINAL From ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, 14-15, Conduit Street, LONDON, W. Stamp: FC FO 16 JUN 1921 RECEIVED 13.6.21. To: ROYCAR DERBY Message: UNDERSTAND YOU HAVE SOME ELECTRICAL… | ||
| img034 | Halting deliveries of Lucas electrical equipment due to unresolved complaints. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to Wor. Ref Hs 3/LG 7-6-21 ORIGINAL Hs2/LG11.6.21. X.4165. ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT. In the minutes of the Works Conference of June 10th. we omitted to state that it was agreed… | ||
| img035 | To halt car deliveries due to faulty electrical equipment and to discuss the matter with Lucas. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 255a (50 T) : S.H. 986, 19-2-21) G. 3009 Ref Hs 3/L67 . 6 . 21 To Mr. Maddocks from Wor. " Hs. " BY. " Wd. " Sft. U.W. Worl/M11.6.21. X.4165 We should stop delivery of cars immediately with… | ||
| img036 | Urgent need to source more satisfactory electrical equipment and considering U.S.A. suppliers. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: R. THREATENS EVEN TO USE AMERICAN ELECTRICAL UNITS (AS PER SPRINGFIELD SHEET) Stamp: ORIGINAL To Wer. from Hs. Copies to H18/H13.6.21. X.4215. X.3014b. X.295. X.4215. X.4172 X. BJ.… | ||
| img037 | Comparing electrical systems for the 40/50 HP chassis and proposing an alternative. | ||
| View original record | To EFC. from R. Copy to CJ. " " WOR. " " HS " " BY " " DA ORIGINAL R7/G14/6/21. X.416,5 X.4172 RE.ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FOR 40/50 H.P. CHASSIS. X 3232 It will be noticed from Mr. Clark's sheet… | ||
| img038 | Dissatisfaction with Lucas electrical equipment and considering alternatives from Smiths and Bleriot. | ||
| View original record | To EFC. from R. Copy to CJ. " " WOR. " " HS. " " BY. " " DA. " " WD. X.4165 X.3014 ORIGINAL RECEIVED Handwritten: R10/G14/6/21. 5. X.4357 X.295 RE LUCAS ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT My instructions are that… | ||
| img039 | Failure of Lucas electrical equipment and assigning responsibility for the faults. | ||
| View original record | From R. X.4165 X.30146 RE LUCAS ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT. *Mr. Whitehead infers that a good deal of blame due to the failure of the Lucas equipment on our cars is due to our technical department not being… | ||
| img040 | Performance of a lengthened Lucas dynamo and suggestions for modifications. | ||
| View original record | TO [crossed out text] from R. [handwritten] R4/020/6/21 ORIGINAL HS (For the attention of O.Y.) X4352 RE LENGTHENED LUCAS DYNAMO. x295 x576 I am quite satisfied with the output and performance of the… | ||
| img041 | Reliability of switches, accumulator switch design, and improved materials for contacts. | ||
| View original record | TO MPU. from R. 20.10.21 Contd. Regarding the switches, Mr. Hives reports that there has been no direct evidence of these failing to work. My own impression, however, was that they were hardly as… | ||
| img042 | The in-house production of moulded Bakelite insulation parts and comparing capabilities with the American division. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten notes: c/o of R. THANKS OLLEY VERY MUCH (J) from R. FOR THE subject R1/G20/6/21. FULL GEN ON MOULDED INSULATORS, (BAKELITE) THE START OF MOULDING AT DERBY WORKS Typed content: To R.R. of… | ||
| img043 | Troubleshooting efforts for battery ignition issues, specifically with condensers and contact breaker points. | ||
| View original record | To R & E. from EFC c. CJ. c. Wor. c. Bn. c. Ds. c. Ey. c. EP. ORIGINAL EFC2/T116.21 Handwritten notes: Top left: 15.nd. Reps HoS 39 Top right: H 67-98-21 973 Under left header: x3129 Under right… | ||
| img044 | Modifications to a condenser model to address issues with mica tearing and contact point sparking. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- EFC2/T11.6.21. Models of the condenser with this connection have now been completed, one of which we now send under separate cover for your inspection. This has also been provided with an… | ||
| img045 | Superior quality and cost of post-war German Bosch magnetos compared to those from Watford. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (100 T) (S H. 159, 11-8-20) G. 2809 POST WAR GERMAN BOSCH (at £16) IS THE BEST WE KNOW OF. MUCH SUPERIOR TO WATFORD (£14). WATFORD DESIGNING A BETTER ONE (AFTER THREATS). CAN WE USE A GERMAN… | ||
| img046 | Outlining the schedule and details for experimental car testing in France. | ||
| View original record | To CJ. from Hs. HS4/LG2613.26. EXPERIMENTAL CARS. CJ3/E24.3.26. On April the 11th, we shall have in France the 20 HP. car which has been to Le Canadel, and is now on its way back to Paris. This car is… | ||
| img047 | Proposed improvements and modifications to a vehicle's steering system. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (100 T) (S.H. 159, 11-8-20) G. 2800 TO HS. FROM R. Copy to CJ. PN. BY. IM. EP. STEERING. +8430 +4565 ----- +457 We shall be pleased to see you at any time you think it profitable and… | ||
| img048 | Causes and potential fixes for high-speed steering wobble, a recently observed phenomenon. | ||
| View original record | (2) Particulars of this will be sent you today, and the designs for the hydraulic damper will be sent this week. In the meantime we are assuming that you are fitting up temporarily a Houdaille damper,… | ||
| img049 | High-speed wheel wobble, weight distribution, and potential damper solutions for the 40/50 car. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (100 T) (S.H. 169. 11-8-20) G. 2800 (3) and possibly the weight of the front of the car on a given inflated tyre may affect the time and intensity, and the possibilities of these high speed… | ||
| img050 | Quarterly note regarding the procedure for introducing changes to the chassis, using a past piston issue as a cautionary tale. | ||
| View original record | HS 41725 To Wer. from CJ. To Hs. from CJ. To Wd. from CJ. To EP from CJ. To BY from CJ. Quarterly Note. CJ12/E29/12/25 Introduction of Changes in the Chassis. Please report whether any change in the… | ||
| img051 | Departmental workload, staffing, and the performance of the Electrical section. | ||
| View original record | EFC ORIGINAL To R. From Hs. c. to Sg. c. to Wor. Hs.3/AJ.7.3.31. EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. X3034 Recently we have had a discussion with Wor. on the question of more room and increasing staff in order… | ||
| img052 | The excessive cost and impracticality of the Electrical Section and the difficulties of getting staff to work with them. | ||
| View original record | EFC To Wor. From Hs. Hs.3/AU.4.3.31. When we go over the question of increasing the size of the Experimental Dept., we have first of all to consider whether we could make better use of the facilities… | ||
| img053 | Confidential memo inquiring about any instructions given to prevent principal contracted officials from flying in aeroplanes. | ||
| View original record | Confidential To EH from J. F.R. 14th September 1916. CJ4/E14916. Re Going up in Aeroplanes. Did I ever give you instructions that none of the principal contracted officials at Rolls-Royce were to go… | ||
| img054 | Justifying why the author went up in aeroplanes to diagnose engine issues, despite being instructed not to. | ||
| View original record | To J. from F.H. F.R. RE GOING UP IN AEROPLANES. Several months ago I received instructions from you that I was not to go up in an aeroplane. Since receiving those instructions I have, on two… | ||
| img055 | The necessity of in-air testing for aeroplane engines, with a handwritten reprimand for the author. | ||
| View original record | EHL/G251016 Contd. -2- It is the recognised practice that the engine man shall go up in the 'plane when there is any trouble which cannot be explained by the observer. Though I was only in the air a… | ||
| img056 | Typed report on engine testing and the value of first-hand observation, with extensive handwritten notes in longhand and shorthand. | ||
| View original record | Typed text (upside down): THE/GES2.01 -2- new engine was being cool-tested. It is the recognised practice which should be done if at all possible, that any new engine should be bedded in on the… | ||
| img057 | The metal composition, hardness, and inspection of rear brake shoe castings. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS : "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES : 476 (Four Lines). Handwritten: X383, X.892 (crossed out), File x672 Wor/SM4/L21713. Names and Indicating letter.… | ||
| img058 | Brake shoe testing, material quality, and suggesting the acquisition of a Brinnell Ball tester. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 657. (50H) (XX. 863. 2.6.13) E.P. 4349. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (FOUR LINES). -2- Names and Indicating letter. Initial of person… | ||
| img059 | Internal circulation cover sheet, which is page 3 of a document, with a concluding sentence. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 657. (50H) (XX. 863. 2.6.13) E.P. 4349. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (FOUR LINES). Wor/SM4/L21713. -3- Names and indicating letter.… | ||
| img060 | Departmental memo regarding the urgent need for ventilators on L to E cars due to them scorching people's feet. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 475 (100 H) (LL 556. 26.8.12) E.P. 2385. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 813 (TWO LINES). DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. This column is for Name of… | ||
| img061 | The inspection and specifications of a new Hispano Suiza 'Barcelona' model. | ||
| View original record | To R. FROM Hs. c. to E. D. c. to Wor. By. c. to Sg. ORIGINAL HS/Rn.3/MJ.20.8.29. filing XU-214 x9770. HISPANO SUIZA. ---------------- Sir Henry Seagrave called at the works on the 19th.inst., with the… | ||
| img062 | Performance report on a car's acceleration, maximum speed, steering, and brakes, mentioning Major Seagrave. | ||
| View original record | -2- ACCELERATION The top gear acceleration of the car is better than anything we have previously tried. This is to be expected owing to the large engine displacement and the fact that they appear to… | ||
| img063 | Summary of Seagrave's opinion comparing the performance of a Hispano sports car with a modified Continental Phantom. | ||
| View original record | -3- squeaked every application. (Seagrave stated that he had tried three with similar results.) The amount of front braking had obviously been increased, but the results were not very good owing to… | ||
| img064 | The examination of brakes on a Peugeot car. | ||
| View original record | PEUGEOT ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, 14 & 15, CONDUIT STREET, LONDON, W. TELEPHONES : 1654, 1655, 1656 (GERRARD) TELEGRAMS : 'ROLHEAD,' REG., LONDON. Names and Indicating letter. Initial of person addressed.… | ||
| img065 | Pattern for the 'Seagull' cylinder head and induction pipe. | ||
| View original record | TO HS & BV. FROM R. cc to GC, BJ cc to HOR, EP ORIGINAL RECEIVED DEC 29 1922 "SEAGULL" CYLINDER HEAD & INDUCTION PIPE. X9050 X9070 Regarding the "Seagull" cylinder head, and induction pipe, we are… | ||
| img066 | Modifications to the 'Stork' and 'Heron' exhaust system and silencer layout. | ||
| View original record | TO BY (struck through). FROM DA. c. to CJ (struck through). WOH (struck through). HS. ORIGINAL. DA3/M8.12.22. R "STORK" & "HERON" EXHAUST SYSTEM. X3859 We send herewith N.sch.1358 shewing the silencer… | ||
| img067 | 24 new parts to be fitted to a 20 HP car. | ||
| View original record | X5840b R To R. from Hs. c. to BJ. W or. c. to RG. E. c. to DA. BY. 20 HP. CAR. X5770 It is proposed that Wor. and myself will bring a car to Le Canadel. The car we shall have ready will be a 20 HP.… | ||
| img068 | Index and objective statement for a conference regarding proposed experimental work and design alterations. | ||
| View original record | COPY To R. from E. Copy to TBB. " " DA. " " BY. " " OY. " " EH. (Hs). " " EFC. (Fowler-Clarke) 30th January, 1919 E1/G30119 RE CONFERENCE OF MR. ROYCE AND MESSRS. BARRINGTON, BAILEY, DAY, OLLEY, AND… | ||
| img069 | Technical memorandum discussing aero engine flight tests, car construction, radiator design, and battery ignition. | ||
| View original record | To R. from E. -2- E1/G30119 Contd. (1) OBSERVATION OF AERO ENGINES ON ACTUAL FLIGHT TESTS It is considered necessary for R.R. services testers to go up in the air with machines. Mr. Royce says certain… | ||
| img070 | From E. to R. discussing ignition, lighting, battery, and chassis fuel feed systems. | ||
| View original record | To R. from E. -3- E1/G30119 Contd. It should be made certain that the high tension rotor contact on the distributor is late, and the tail sufficiently long to avoid the danger of firing the engine in… | ||
| img071 | Continued memorandum discussing a fuel pump mechanism, an anti-theft lock, valve gear covers, and foot warmers. | ||
| View original record | To R. from E. -4- E1/G30119 Contd. mechanism. He further suggests using only one air valve, which would shut off a little intermediate chamber from which the engine driven pump was sucking, as shown… | ||
| img072 | Design decisions on foot warmers, fenders, carriers, starting handles, and valances. | ||
| View original record | To R. from E. -5- EL/G30119 Contd. Mr. Royce approved of the suggestion to leave a union of about .625" diameter on the exhaust pipe for this purpose. Mr. Olley will make enquiries as to what foot… | ||
| img073 | Outside valances for tool accommodation and a rack and pinion method for controlling body windows. | ||
| View original record | To R. from E. -6- H1/G30119 Contd. mounting or dismounting from the car. This outside valance in combination with the inside valance, supplies a convenient means of forming tool boxes on those cars… | ||
| img074 | Secret internal memo arranging travel to London to collect an open test car and requesting accommodation. | ||
| View original record | W/S. C. from Hs. S E C R E T. HY. and myself are coming to London on Wednesday afternoon the 9th.inst. We are proposing to collect the open EAC. car which BJ. has been testing and to take it down to… | ||
| img075 | Secret memo from Hs. to R. regarding an arrival with vehicles EAC.11 and 1.G.1. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten top: X1698 EAC II Ph File EAC I To R. from Hs. S E C R E T. ---------------- Hs3/LGS.7.24. EAC II Handwritten middle: X1698 / x9770 HY. and myself expect to arrive at WW. DEXXXXXXX about… | ||
| img076 | Visit, a 25 HP chassis, and design progress on induction, governor, and fuel pump systems for the Phantom II. | ||
| View original record | X1698 Hs. from E. c. Sg. Wor. E3/M9.7.30. X.1698 X.5080 X.2677 ✓ Phantom file RE. VISIT TO WW. NEXT WEEK. In connection with the above R, would like you to bring down a 25 HP. chassis fitted with the… | ||
| img077 | Outlining a proposed visit to W.W. with two cars, including the 18-EX model, for sales officials to test. | ||
| View original record | To R. From Hs. c.c. to Sc. Mar. c.c. to Ds. Ds. c.c. to Hy. PM. X 1698 ref 18EX Ph full 18EX IBs./MJ.4.12.29. VISIT TO W.W. If convenient to you, we propose to visit W.W. on Wednesday next. We shall… | ||
| img078 | Proposed visit to discuss aero engine points, specifically the airscrew gear problem. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. [Hs. is struck out] C. Sgw. Wor. X1698 BG/LW.4. 12. 29 [STAMP: RECEIVED ... 929] Mr. Hives proposes to visit you on Wednesday next, the 11th. As there are a number of aero engine points… | ||
| img079 | Telegram from Royce to Hives regarding a visit to West Wittering, with a handwritten draft reply. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAPHS [Addressee]: HIVES ROYCAR DERBY [Message]: DO YOU PROPOSE VISITING WEST WITTERING NEXT TUESDAY ROYCE + [Handwritten reply]: No, Wednesday, bringing 18Ex with Dadd. [Office… | ||
| img080 | Telegram from Royce to Hives rearranging a meeting in West Wittering. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAPHS Handwritten Ref: x1698 Charges to Pay: 5/43 M Prefix: 379 Time handed in: 5.1 Office of Origin and Service Instructions: WESTWITTERING CHA Words: 17 Office Stamp: 0261 To: HIVES… | ||
| img081 | Delay fitting a Barker body to chassis 18-EX due to the coachbuilder disregarding drawing dimensions. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c. to BJ. Wor. c. to DA. E. c. to BY. X1698 Ref 18EX Hsl/LG26.11.28. Ph File 18EX Barker body 'SS' CAR. V7830 +7770 It is going to take us longer than we anticipated to fit the Barker… | ||
| img082 | Arrival with a blue Sports Car and arranging a meeting with Mr. Ellor. | ||
| View original record | To R. from [Handwritten] EAC. [Handwritten Annotations Top:] Hs, X1698, PR File, 10EX (EAC?) [Handwritten Annotations Middle:] (10EX EAC ?), X877+ We shall arrive at W.W. on Tuesday morning with the… | ||
| img083 | Confirming arrangements for a visit to WW, including the transport of two vehicles with Hooper bodies. | ||
| View original record | X1698 Ref EAC 7 Ph file EAC 7 To R. from Hs. c. to BJ. c. to WOr. Hs4/L629.8.27. VISIT TO WW. Confirming the arrangement made in London. RG. and myself will arrive at WW. on Thursday. We propose… | ||
| img084 | Proposing a visit with the 10-EX car on Thursday 25th August. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: X1698. Ref 10 EX EAC 7 Ph file 10EX Typed: To R. from Hs. c. to BJ. c. to Wor. c. to RG. ------------------ HS2/LG22.8.27: VISIT TO WW. ------------------ We propose bringing 10-EX car to… | ||
| img085 | Proposing a visit to 'WW' with a stripped-down EAC-VII chassis for examination. | ||
| View original record | Ref EAC VII (chassis with open test kit) X7698 Re-file EAC VII To H. From Hs. c. to BJ. Wor. c. to RJ. E. c. to DA. PY. Hs4/LGL.12.26. VISIT TO WW. X7770 We propose to visit you at WW. on Wednesday… | ||
| img086 | Proposing a visit to West Wittering with the 12-EX car and an update on the aluminum Phantom engine. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c. to BJ. Wor. c. to RG. E. c. to DA. BY. Handwritten: X1698 ref 12 EX PR file 12 EX 10,000 mile car VISIT TO WEST WITTERING. We propose coming to WW. on Wednesday next, unless we hear… | ||
| img087 | Confirming the arrival of a 20 HP high compression car and a Lancia Lambda for a visit. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: 12 EX Handwritten: "Lancia Lambda" Handwritten: H.Comp.20 Handwritten: Ph file Handwritten: 12 EX To R. from Hs. c. to E.J. d. to Wor. Reference: HS3/LGS.6.26. VISIT TO W.W. Handwritten:… | ||
| img088 | Proposed visit to Derby, the India steering situation, and work on the EAC.7 brakes. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from DA. X1698 of EAC 7 brakes Ph. file EAC 7. DAL/M9.2.26. X.1698 X.5430 X.7420 PROPOSED VISIT TO DERBY. E. has not yet returned, and though we believe he is somewhere around, we cannot say… | ||
| img089 | Short typed memo from D.A. to H.s. regarding a visit to Derby. | ||
| View original record | ref EAC 7 X/698 PH file EAC 7 To Hs. from DA. DA2/M6.2.26. RE. VISIT TO DERBY. X.1598 X.7770 Wehave received your telegram this morning. E.is not yet back but we expect him any day now. I was… | ||
| img090 | Visit to Derby and the status of cars EAC.7 and EAC.8. | ||
| View original record | To DA, from Hs. H EAC 7 EAC 8 X1698 ph file EAC 7 & 8 c.c. to E. c.c. to BY. c.c. to DA/EV. HS3/LGS. 2. 26. RE. VISIT TO DERBY. We certainly hope to see you in Derby before EAC.7. is being built. At… | ||
| img091 | Preparations for a visit to West Wittering with experimental cars 8-EX, 7-EX, and 10-G-111. | ||
| View original record | [Typed] R.R. 493A (50 H) (D.D. 31, 12-6-25) J.H.D. EXPERIMENTAL REPORT. To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. BJ. c. to RG. E. c. to DA. BY. c. to Wor. Expl. No. REF: Hs3/LG17.9.25. RE. VISIT TO WEST WITTERING. On… | ||
| img092 | Schedule for the 8-EX car's 10,000-mile run and subsequent actions. | ||
| View original record | ref 8 EX 10,000 mile car 7 EX R's car R. till 8 EX 7 EX To B.J. from Hs. Hs4/LG17.9.25. 48940a You will see by our Hs3/LG17.9.25 that we shall be at W.W. on Tuesday next. If R. approves of 8-EX car to… | ||
| img093 | Telegram from Royce to Hives arranging a visit for a Saturday, Monday or Tuesday. | ||
| View original record | X 1698 POST OFFICE TELEGRAPHS Office Stamp: DERBY 17 SEP 25 Office of Origin and Service Instructions: 86 11/1 HOLBORN D 12 HIVES ROYCAR DERBY = KINDLY MAKE YOUR VISIT SATURDAY MONDAY OR TUESDAY =… | ||
| img094 | Secret internal memo regarding the delivery of an EAC 'V' series car, chassis X8770. | ||
| View original record | EAC I x1698 Ph file To DA. from Hs. To E. from Hs. S E C R E T. Hsl/LG3.1.25. c. to CJ. BY. WCR. EAC 'V' SERIES CHASSIS. X8770 We will bring the EAC. 'V' series car to WW. We shall arrive there early… | ||
| img095 | Improvements to 'SS' cars, reducing body resonance, and comparing noise levels to the Phantom model. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. C. to SG. Wor. C. to M. BA. C. to WY. X1698 Ref 21EX & Phantom I Ph ALL HsL/LcL.7.29. SS X7380 X7770 R 'SS' CARS. Since we sent 21-EX car to Sales we have been able to effect definite… | ||