Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| Scan0 | Standardisation of smaller iridio-platinum contact points and increasing condenser capacity. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (100 T) (S.H. 798, 10-12-20) G 2947 To R. from EFC. c. CJ c. FR. c. HGR. c. EF. ORIGINAL EFC2/11.12.21. V2572 X. 3856 - IRIDIO-PLATINUM CONTACT POINTS WITH A MUCH SMALLER AMOUNT OF PLATINUM… | ||
| Scan1 | The quality, testing, and adjustment of Bleriot Phi Cutouts samples fitted to various chassis. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (100 T) (S.H. 798, 10-12-20) G 2947 ORIGINAL. To R. from EFC. c. E. c. Cl. c. Ds. EFC2/T6.10.21. X.4215 - BLERIOT PHI CUTOUTS. Of the two original samples, one you have for your lighting set… | ||
| Scan2 | Testing of a Bleriot Phi cutout and its potential use on the Goshawk chassis. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 285A (100 T) (S.H. 798, 10-12-20) G 2947 Contd. -2- EFC2/16.10.21. satisfactorily; the remaining three of these four are available for other purposes. From the tests we have made, therefore, it… | ||
| Scan3 | Test report on a Smith 4D dynamo for the Goshawk II engine. | ||
| View original record | To R. & E. from EP c. to CJr & FH. c. to Rg. & Dn. c. to By. & EP. c. to R.R. of America Inc. ORIGINAL X.43895 - SMITH 4D DYNAMO FOR "GOSHAWK II". We recently received from Messrs. Smith a sample 4D… | ||
| Scan4 | The specifications and performance testing of a dynamo, including cold condition and heating test results. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- In the cold condition, a voltage of 12.4 is attained at 790 r.p.m. The carcase diameter is 5". Weight of dynamo inclusive of pulley but exclusive of suspension 21 lbs. (our suggested limit… | ||
| Scan5 | Page 3 of a report noting that maximum temperature did not coincide with the largest output obtained. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -3- EFC4/T7.10.21. maximum temperature occurred at a position in which the output was not the largest obtained. EFC. | ||
| Scan7 | Weight correction and specifications for the X.4359L Lucas E.5RR Dynamo for the 'Goshawk II'. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235a (100 T) (S.H. 798. 10-12-20) G 2947 To R & E. from EFC. c. to AJ & FN. c. to Rg. & Da. c. to Ry. & EP. c. to R.H. of America Inc. ORIGINAL X.4359L- LUCAS E.5RR DYNAMO FOR "GOSHAWK II". It… | ||
| Scan8 | Dynamo switch configurations, circulating current, and output variations on different machines. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (100 T) (S.H. 798, 10-12-20) G. 2947 Contd. -2- EFCS/T7.10.21. conductors leading from the dynamo to the switchbox and a four-point dynamo switch to take the connections between Field,… | ||
| Scan9 | Evaluation of dynamo machine proposals from Smith, Rotax, and C.A.V. for the Goshawk project. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (100 T) (S.H. 79S. 10-12-20) G 2947 Contd. -3- EPCS/T7.10.21. proposition for the Goshawk. The Smith machine is, of course, quite out of the question. The Rotax is passably fair. The C.A.V.… | ||
| Scan10 | Examination of Peto & Radford batteries and recommending a modified version for experimental testing and standardisation. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (100 T) (S.H. 798. 10-12-20) G 2947 To R. from EPC. c. to CJ. c. to E. c. to PN. ORIGINAL EFC5/T10.10.21. X.3398 - PETO & RADFORD BATTERIES. The two P & R batteries of the thick plate type,… | ||
| Scan11 | Battery supply and the desirable ratio of acid to plate volume. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 285A (100 T) (S.H. 798, 10-12-20) G 2947 EFC5/T10.10.21. -2- Contd. Messrs. Peto & Radford say they can supply us with a battery of the shorter type, but they do not recommend this because it has… | ||
| Scan12 | Copy of a letter from Peto & Radford reporting on the condition of two returned batteries. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 285A (100 T) (S.H. 798. 10-12-20) G 2947 COPY OF LETTER RECEIVED FROM:- PETO & RADFORD, 50, GROSVENOR GARDENS, LONDON, S.W.1. Private and Confidential. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., DERBY. GRNM/5.… | ||
| Scan13 | Examination report on the condition of batteries and recommendations for improvements. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (100 T) (S.H. 798. 10-12-20) G 2947 October 8th 1921. -2- Contd. considerably more than there ought to have been unless the battery had been grossly overcharged. The battery certainly looked… | ||
| Scan14 | Letter detailing improvements to the 'Bull Dog' battery and recommending its use for the 40/50 HP car. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (100 T) (S.H. 798, 10-12-20) G 2947 October 8th 1921. -3- Contd. Mr. Birkitt took one or two samples of these new grids. 3. The plates have small feet for resting on the bottom of the cell… | ||
| Scan15 | Providing a table of tension values along lines of force for dynamos. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (100 T) (S.H. 798, 10-12-20) G. 2947 ORIGINAL To R. from EFC. c to CJ. EFS1/T14.10.21. X.294 - DYNAMOS. Answering your note R3/G11.10.21, the tension along the lines of force for various… | ||
| Scan16 | Critique and specification analysis of the Smith motor for the Goshawk II engine. | ||
| View original record | To R & E. from EFC. c. to CJ & FW. c. to Hy & EP. c. to Hg. & Da. c. to R.R. of America Inc. ORIGINAL EFC1/T17.10.21. X.43428 - SMITH MOTOR FOR "GOSHAWK II". We have now received all the various… | ||
| Scan17 | Specifications and test results for a motor, concluding it is unsuitable for the Goshawk engine. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- WFC1/T17.10.21. well finished. One each end of each pole core is a brass plate with projections which are bent over to secure the field coils in position. The main terminal connections and… | ||
| Scan18 | Analysis of motor torque, speed, and performance characteristics under load and heat. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -3- EFC1/T17.10.21. Two-thirds of this torque, 44 lb-inches, might be all that would be required when the engine was warm. The motor speed we find would be 670, engine speed 80 r.p.m. From the… | ||
| Scan19 | Bench test report on the Lucas E.5.R.R. (S.F.) Dynamo for the Goshawk engine. | ||
| View original record | To: Mr. Ellor c. CJ. & FN. c. Ry. & EP. c. RO. & Da. c. R.R. of America Inc. ORIGINAL EPCL/T18.10.21. X.4359L - LUCAS E.5.R.R. (S.F.) DYNAMO FOR GOSHAWK. We have now made bench tests of the second… | ||
| Scan20 | Progress report on dynamo testing, noting some slight noise. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- EFC1/T18.10.21. carry more than two or three amperes. The quality of the job is similar to that of the previous machine. There is also some slight noise on the machine which at the moment… | ||
| Scan21 | Recommendation to manufacture the aluminium covers for rear brakes as a single, non-detachable piece for the Goshawk 11. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c.c. to CJ. c.c. to R. c.c. to Dr. c.c. to HY. c.c. to EP. c.c. to Wor. ORIGINAL GOSHAWK 11. X4219 X4257 ALUMINIUM COVERS FOR REAR BRAKES. We recommend that the aluminium covers for the… | ||
| Scan22 | Estimation error in the Goshawk condenser's capacity and volume, concluding it is insufficient. | ||
| View original record | To R. E.H. C.S. C.B. C. Ev. From EPC. ORIGINAL EFC2/T25.10.31. X. 3485 - CONDENSER. X2572 Referring to our EFC2/T27.9.31, we regret that an unfortunate error was made in the estimation (from the… | ||
| Scan23 | Note comparing the capacity of a Bosch battery ignition system with mica and Goshawk condensers. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- EFC2/T25.10.21. that of the Bosch battery ignition, but as pointed out in our note already referred to, the capacity of the Bosch battery ignition per cubic inch is twice as great as we can… | ||
| Scan24 | Lucas E.S.R.R. (S.F.) dynamo for the Goshawk engine, detailing its specifications and a noise issue. | ||
| View original record | To R. from RFC. c. to CJ. & PH. c. to By. & KP. c. to Rg. & Da. c. to R.R. of America Inc. ORIGINAL X.4359L - LUCAS E.S.R.R. (S.F.) DYNAMO FOR "GOSHAWK" The weight of this second machine for Goshawk,… | ||
| Scan25 | Performance analysis of a Rotax dynamo, comparing its output curves, voltage, and current to specifications. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- EFC1/T27.10.21. it will be interesting to note the effect of exchanging this Rotax dynamo for the Lucas, which can now be done almost immediately. Regarding the output of this machine with… | ||
| Scan26 | The performance of a Lucas control dynamo, comparing it to a Rotax dynamo. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -3- RFC1/T27.10.21. Lucas control. The machine has run on the whole very well. We confirm that we do nothink the variation due to third brush contact to be at all upsetting, and probably in… | ||
| Scan28 | The failure of a Goshawk 11 engine's worm wheel, requesting a design modification for better oiling. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c. to CH. c. to E. c. to Dn. c. to BY. c. to RP. c. to Wor. ORIGINAL. Hs4/LC28.10.21. GOSHAWK 11. X4219 Failure of worm wheel driving oil pump and distributor. It is necessary that the… | ||
| Scan29 | Sending three samples of alternative side steering tube joints to Mr. Royce for testing. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to E. c. to D. c. to BY. c. to EP. c. to Wox. ORIGINAL. Hs6/LG28.10.21. GOSHAWK 11. X4219 STEERING JOINTS. We are sending to Mr. Royce three samples of alternative side… | ||
| Scan30 | Recommendation to modify the generator cradle on a Goshawk II engine to prevent excessive wear on the driving pinion. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235B (10M) T/S. H. 798. 18-12-30 (C) 2948. c. to Cu. c. to K. c. to DA. c. to HY. c. to EP. c. to Wor. ORIGINAL GOSHAWK II. V4383 HS8/LG28.10.31. FIXING FOR GENERATOR. On examination we have… | ||
| Scan31 | Unsatisfactory performance of oilless bushes on front springs for the Goshawk II project. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. C. to CJ. C. to R. C. to En. C. to EY. C. to HF. C. to WOr. ORIGINAL HsB/LGS.10.31. GOSHAWK 11. x3971/x310 OILLESS BUSHES. Some of the front springs we have tested on the bump rig have… | ||
| Scan32 | Summary of cable communications with Springfield regarding the 'American Programme' and development of a pilot jet and vaporizing scheme. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. ORIGINAL. Hs2/LG31.10.21. AMERICAN PROGRAMME. X4387 On the 12th.inst. we sent the following cable to Springfield:- "ARE YOU SATISFIED WITH PILOT JET AND VAPORIZING SCHEME CARS… | ||
| Scan33 | Alternative design for the Goshawk 11 thrust bearing and improving the axle casing for oil retention. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to E. c. to EY. c. to Ds. c. to EP. c. to Wor. ORIGINAL. Hs4/LGS.1.10.21. GOSHAWK 11. X 4257 (crossed out) X 4219 THRUST BEARINGS. We assume that we shall receive from R.W.… | ||
| Scan34 | The C.A.V. motor for the Goshawk II. | ||
| View original record | To R & E. from EFC. c. to CJ. & FN. c. to Rg. & Da. c. to Ry. & EP. c. to R.R. of America. ORIGINAL CT/T31.10.21. X.4342M - C.A.V. MOTOR FOR "GOSHAWK" II. This motor has a neat appearance, being of… | ||
| Scan35 | Specifications and brake test results for a motor, detailing dimensions, weight, and electrical characteristics. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- EPC7/TSL.10.21. lubrication are provided. There is no additional insulation other than that on the coils, between the field coils and the carcase. The end plates are secured by longitudinal… | ||
| Scan36 | Technical analysis and comparison of motor performance for the Goshawk engine under cold conditions. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -3- EFC7/T31.10.21. With the Goshawk engine cold, requiring, according to our estimate, a motor torque of 66 lb-inches, the motor speed would, with these results, be 950, and the engine speed… | ||
| Scan37 | The performance testing of a motor, comparing it to C.A.V. motors and discussing its use on a Goshawk chassis. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -4- EFC7/T31.10.21. heaviest load at which this motor was tested, namely, 92 lb-inches, the motor behaved consistently well and there was no trouble at the commutator and brushes. In this and… | ||
| Scan40 | Telegram from Elliott regarding the suitability of an 8.15 outside diameter slipper flywheel for a Goshawk two engine. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 144A (100B.) SE 867. 9.7.18 MP 19387I ORIGINAL ROLLS-ROYCE, LIMITED. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. X4244 Time Received: 943 Date: 1 . 10 . 24 To: Roycar Derby By: GH from: bhester 9 5 Message:… | ||
| Scan41 | Communication regarding the automatic cut-out switch for the 'Goshawk II' Dynamo. | ||
| View original record | To BY. from E. Copy to Col. WOR. " " HS. ORIGINAL E3/G3/10/21. OCT RECEIVED X.4383- X.4421. RE "GOSHAWK II" DYNAMO. In reply to your query BY9/P27/9/21, please note we are doing the automatic cut-out… | ||
| Scan42 | Ongoing complaints about thick leaf springs and the comparative benefits of using thin leaf springs. | ||
| View original record | To C.J. from R. Copy to C.I. " " W.R. " " H.S. " " H.D. " " D.Y. ORIGINAL RE SPRINGS. X2628 I understand that we are continually receiving complaints of the cars fitted with thick leaf springs. I… | ||
| Scan43 | Use of Hyatt roller bearings in gearboxes, noting their successful use by Americans. | ||
| View original record | To HS. from R. Copy to CS. [Struck through] ORIGINAL [Stamp] R4/G4/10/21. 2 X4282 RE HYATT ROLLER BEARINGS. With reference to the Hyatt roller bearing in the gear box, we find that this is so… | ||
| Scan44 | Recommending Le Carbone's brushes over Morgan Crucible's for dynamos and motors based on practical experience. | ||
| View original record | To EFC. from R. Copy to GJ. " " PN. " " WD. " " HS. " " BY. " " Mr Thacker. ORIGINAL. RECEIVED. R6/G4/10/21. X.4383 X.3945 RE BRUSHES FOR DYNAMOS AND MOTORS. From very definite practical experience at… | ||
| Scan45 | Suitability of different sparking plugs, including those from Sphinx and Lodge. | ||
| View original record | To HS. from R. Copy to CJ. [STAMP] RECEIVED OCT [STAMP] ORIGINAL. RE SPARKING PLUGS. [HANDWRITTEN] X1812 / X4295 / X1026 While away I was interested in looking over several samples of sparking plugs.… | ||
| Scan46 | Telegram regarding short running tests on a Goshawk engine's speed jets. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 144A (100B.) SE 867. 9.7.18 MP 193871 X4228 ROLLS-ROYCE, LIMITED. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Stamp: RECEIVED OCT IX X XI XII I II III Time Received: 12-0 Date: 5-10-21 To: Roycar, Derby By:… | ||
| Scan47 | The Goshawk II crankshaft pinion spring drive and slipper flywheel. | ||
| View original record | To DA. from E. Copy to Cd. " " HOH. " " HS. " " HY. ORIGINAL RECEIVED E1/G6/10/21. X4244 X4722 RE "GOSHAWK II" CRANKSHAFT PINION SPRING DRIVE AND SLIPPER FLYWHEEL. With reference to the scheme… | ||
| Scan48 | Outlining two schemes for modifying the 'Goshawk II' engine's induction pipe to resolve a hot spot issue. | ||
| View original record | To BA. from E. Copy to SJ. " " WOR. " " HS.✓ " " BY. ORIGINAL X.4227 E3/G7/10/21. RECEIVED RE "GOSHAWK II" INDUCTION PIPE WITH MODIFIED HOT SPOT. We send you herewith a further scheme (Lec.1460) for… | ||
| Scan49 | Design progress and alterations for various components of the 'Goshawk' project. | ||
| View original record | To HS. from E. Copy to OJ " " WOR " " RY [STAMP] ORIGINAL [STAMP] RECEIVED OCT 10 RE "GOSHAWK". X4219 E2/G8/10/21. X4228 X.4387 We are proceeding to design a pilot jet for the "Goshawk" carburettor… | ||
| Scan50 | The 'Goshawk II' crankshaft pinion spring drive, discontinuing one scheme in favour of another with a slipper flywheel. | ||
| View original record | To EX. from E. Copy to HS. ORIGINAL. E1/G8/10/21 X4222 X42-21 RE "GOSHAWK II" CRANKSHAFT PINION SPRING DRIVE. It should be understood that nothing more should be done with Spring Drive LeC.1449 now… | ||
| Scan51 | Design, oil retention, and lubrication of a universal joint compared to Spicer and Essex models. | ||
| View original record | To HS. from R. Copy to CJ. ORIGINAL RECEIVED R3/G8/10/21. X3324 RE UNIVERSAL JOINT. X4406 X4217 Many thanks for the Spicer list. This is the universal joint which is on the Essex. As fitted to the… | ||
| Scan52 | Deficiencies in carburettors and starting devices and proposing a new design. | ||
| View original record | To HS. from R. Copy to CE. [strikethrough] [Handwritten]: X2768 X4387 [STAMP: ORIGINAL] [STAMP: RECEIVED with clock face] RE CARBURETTORS AND STARTING DEVICES. [Handwritten]: X4390 X1449 We conclude… | ||
| Scan53 | Mixture strength, induction system modifications, and carburettor alterations. | ||
| View original record | To HS. from R. -2- R3/G10/10/21 Contd. starting, In this case the actual strength of the mixture need not be very exact as long as it is rich enough. It can, as you have experienced in the past, be… | ||
| Scan54 | Modifications and improvements for dynamo and motor armature windings. | ||
| View original record | To Brock from R. Copy to C.J. [strikethrough] EPC. [strikethrough] HS. [strikethrough] ORIC.... R7/G10/10/21. 6. X.4383 RE DYNAMO AND MOTOR ARMATURE WINDINGS. X-1640 X4384 Speaking generally, I am… | ||
| Scan55 | Request to ascertain the attractive force between an armature and pole piece of a dynamo and motor for given surface densities. | ||
| View original record | To EFC. from R. Copy to Cd. [text struck through] R3/G11/10/21. X.294. RE DYNAMOS. X 2713 Kindly ascertain for me the attractive force between an armature and the pole piece of a dynamo and motor per… | ||
| Scan56 | Telegram confirmation regarding a modified scheme for the Goshawk two carburettor. | ||
| View original record | CONFIRMATION OF TELEGRAM TELEPHONED TO CHICHESTER. ORIGINAL. 11th October, 1921. H. ROYCAR DERBY. X4228 HIVES RE GOSHAWK TWO CARBURETTOR SENDING MODIFIED SCHEME STOP PRODUCTION OF PRESENT. ROYCE.… | ||
| Scan57 | Telegram from Royce regarding Hives' suggestion for testing a double port component by isolating one and blanking off others. | ||
| View original record | [STAMPED] CONFIRMATION [HANDWRITTEN] X4227 POST OFFICE TELEGRAPHS. No. of Telegram: 50 Office Stamp: DERBY 12OC 21 Sent: 3-9 M To: 1520 Handed in at: 12-35 M Office of Origin and Service Instructions:… | ||
| Scan58 | Progress on the undershield and half time wheelcase for the Goshawk II engine. | ||
| View original record | 6 To HY. from R. Copy to Cd. " WOK. " HS. " BAY X3317 X4222 X4233 ORIGINAL. RE "GOSHAWK II". X4222 X4244 With reference to the undershield for the engine, Mr. Stent is at present busy on this, and it… | ||
| Scan59 | The electrical equipment for the Goshawk II, discussing the dynamo switch placement and a redesigned combined ignition and lighting switch. | ||
| View original record | To HS. from R. Copy to CJ. " " EPC. " " EX. ORIGINAL R1/G13/10/21. 19 X.4421 X.4410. X.4081 RE "GOSHAWK II" ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT. Regarding the electrical equipment, we find it necessary to put the… | ||
| Scan60 | Alteration to the Goshawk II cylinder head's double inlet and exhaust ports to reduce resonance. | ||
| View original record | To DA. from E. Copy to CJ. " " HS. ORIGINAL X4227 X4225 RE "GOSHAWK II" CYLINDER HEAD - ALTERATION OF SHAPE OF DOUBLE INLET AND EXHAUST PORTS TO REDUCE NOISE. RECEIVED 3 E5/G18o/20/2C 15 OCT 1921 We… | ||
| Scan61 | Design changes for the 'Goshawk II' engine's wheelcase, gear, and fan. | ||
| View original record | RECEIVED ORIGINAL To DR. from R. Copy to Ed. HS. X.4233 X.4237 FC X4244 RE "GOSHAWK II" - WHEELCASE AND GEAR AND FAN. We send you herewith drawings Lec.1461/2 dealing with the following points:- (1)… | ||
| Scan62 | Conveying Mr. Royce's request to test the 40/50 HP engine's top water connection. | ||
| View original record | To HS. from E. Copy to CJ. [struck through] " " DA. [struck through] " " BY. [struck through] ORIGINAL. E3/G17/10/21. 2 RE 40/50 H.P. CHASSIS TOP WATER CONNECTIONS. X3471 Referring to the above, Mr.… | ||
| Scan63 | Modifications to the 'Goshawk II' valve gear spring washer. | ||
| View original record | To DA. from E. Copy to GJ. POZ HY HS.✓ ORIGINAL. RE "GOSHAWK II" VALVE GEAR. X 4226 RECEIVED. We send you herewith drawing LeC.1466 shewing the valve spring washer modified. The alterations from the… | ||
| Scan64 | Modifications to the 'Goshawk II' carburettor to reduce noise and improve floatchamber performance. | ||
| View original record | To HS. from R. Copy to CJ. " " WOR. " " DA. " " BY. ORIGINAL. RE "GOSHAWK II" CARBURETTOR. X4228 With regard to the reported noisy intake of "Goshawk II", we felt sure that this would be proved to be… | ||
| Scan65 | From R. to HS. discussing adjustments to the butterfly throttle and hand control. | ||
| View original record | To HS. from R. -2- R8/G17/10/21 Contd. extremely slowly at first, you will be able to adjust the butterfly throttle already provided to give satisfaction. It will not be necessary for the hand control… | ||
| Scan66 | Cause and potential fixes for a broken bolt on a 'Goshawk II' gearbox side shaft. | ||
| View original record | To HS. from R. Copy to CJ. " " WOR. " " BY. " " DA. [STAMP: ORIGINAL] [STAMP: RECEIVED OCT ... 1921] R4/G17/10/21. RE "GOSHAWK II" GEAR BOX. X4247 With reference to the broken bolt on the side shaft… | ||
| Scan67 | Design sketch for a Goshawk II gearbox spigot bearing with notes on alternative materials. | ||
| View original record | P.B. BUSHES STEEL INTERMEDIATE BUSH. Goshawk II Gear Box Spigot Bng. Also Try Alternative Type With 2 Bushes 1. External C.I. & 1 Internal P.B. R R 8382 (T 04) H.2. D80. (18-2-31). C 3002 | ||
| Scan68 | Failure of the 'Goshawk II' hand brake and a proposed design change to the brake shoe. | ||
| View original record | To HS. from R. Copy to CJ. " " WOR. " " DA. " " BY. ORIGINAL. R1/G17/10/21. RE "GOSHAWK II" HAND BRAKE. X4253 With reference to the brake strap belonging to the hand brake being destroyed, we notice… | ||
| Scan69 | Springing and shock damper design for the 40/50 HP model. | ||
| View original record | To HS. from R. Copy to C.J. " " WOR. " " DA. " " BY. ORIGINAL. RE 40/50 H.P. SPRINGING. X2628 X3461 Regarding the springing of the 40/50 H.P. though I agree with much of what you say in your remarks… | ||
| Scan70 | From R. to H.S. requesting experimental attention for the lubrication of shock dampers and connections. | ||
| View original record | To HS. from R. -2- R10/G18/10/21 Contd. out through small holes in the plates or grooves across the faces of the plates until the grease finally lubricates the ball bearing next to the lever which it… | ||
| Scan71 | Bendix pinion for the Goshawk II, discussing issues with thread pitch, gearing noise, and manufacturing systems. | ||
| View original record | To HS. from R. Copy to C.J. " " WOR. [Redacted] " " DA. [Redacted] " " BY. [Redacted] ORIGINAL RE BENDIX PINION FOR "GOSHAWK II". X4384 [crossed out] X4592 [handwritten] With reference to the Bendix… | ||
| Scan72 | Superior workmanship of American gear cutting compared to English methods. | ||
| View original record | To HS. from R. -2- R2/G18/10/21 Contd. that it is considered by us at West Wittering that the Americans are much more successful at cutting quiet gears than we generally get done in England. This is… | ||
| Scan73 | From 'E' to 'EFC' detailing Mr. Royce's decisions on sourcing and specifications for batteries for the 'Goshawk II' chassis. | ||
| View original record | To EFC. from E. Copy to CU. (crossed out) WOR. (crossed out) HS. (crossed out) ORIGINAL (stamp) E6/G18/10/21. X 4414 RE BATTERIES FOR "GOSHAWK II" X.4283 (crossed out) X.3398 In reply to your queries… | ||
| Scan74 | Ignition plug performance and lubrication issues on the 6 EX experimental car. | ||
| View original record | To HS. from R. Copy to CJ. " " PN. " " EP. " " HM. [Blue stamp, center] ORIGINAL. FO RECEIVED OCT 19 1921 [Handwritten top left] X4400 X4337 [Typed subject] RE IGNITION PLUGS AND LUBRICATION ON 6 EX.… | ||
| Scan75 | Lubrication issues with spring shackles, rear shock dampers, and a water leak on chassis 6 EX. | ||
| View original record | To HS. from R. -2- RL/G18/10/21. Contd. The Alemite grease syringe proved to be an enormous advantage in dealing with the spring shackles, and will enable the cars to be much better looked after in… | ||
| Scan76 | Design modifications for the 'Goshawk II' carburettor and referencing an accompanying blueprint. | ||
| View original record | To-Dt: from E. Copy to Mr. Royce " " Wormald " " Platt " " Hall " " H.S. ORIGINAL 2 EG/G19/10/21. RE "GOSHAWK II" CARBURETTOR. x4228 We send you herewith a blue print of LeC.1467 showing the "Goshawk… | ||
| Scan77 | Drawing for lettering on the 'Goshawk II' switchbox and instructions for its reduction. | ||
| View original record | To D.A. from E. Copy to C.J. " " WOR. " " BY. " " HS. ORIGINAL 2 E2/G19/10/21. RECEIVED 11 OCT X4081. RE "GOSHAWK II" SWITCH BOX. We send you herewith drawing Loc. 1457 shewing the lettering for… | ||
| Scan78 | From Mr. Royce detailing new dimensions for insulation on 'Goshawk II' electrical fittings. | ||
| View original record | To EV. from E. Copy to C.L. Ld'L. E P C. X. 4081 X. 4410 , ORIGINAL 4 E6/G20/10/21. RE "GOSHAWK II" ELECTRICAL FITTINGS. Regarding the question of insulation on "Goshawk II" electrical fittings, Mr.… | ||
| Scan79 | Alterations required for the 'Goshawk II'. | ||
| View original record | To DA. from E. Copy to CJ. [struck through] " " WOR. [struck through] " " BY. [struck through] " " HS. [STAMP: ORIGINAL] E1/G21/10/21. [STAMP: Triangle] [STAMP: Circular, RECEIVED, FO 26 POST, with… | ||
| Scan80 | The unsuitability of ball thrust bearings for the high-speed Goshawk II engine. | ||
| View original record | To HS. from R. Copy to CJ. [struck through] " " WOR. [struck through] " " RG. [struck through] " " EP. [struck through] " " BY. [struck through] ORIGINAL. [stamped] X 3550 [handwritten] RE "GOSHAWK… | ||
| Scan81 | Use of Hoffman roller bearings to reduce noise in the Goshawk II gear box and a proposed fix for a broken side shaft bolt. | ||
| View original record | To HS. from R. Copy to CJ. [Struck through] " " WOR. [Struck through] " " DA. [Struck through] " " BY. [Struck through] [Stamp]: ORIGINAL. [Stamp]: RECEIVED OCT 28 1931 R5/G27/10/21. RE "GOSHAWK II"… | ||
| Scan82 | The dispatch of drawings for the 'Goshawk II' undershield. | ||
| View original record | To DA from E. Copy to... RECEIVED OCT 11 1921 ORIGINAL. 2. E1/G27/10/21. RE "GOSHAWK II" UNDERSHIELD. X4272 We send you herewith drawings Lec.1470, 1471/2/3, dealing with the "Goshawk" Undershield.… | ||
| Scan83 | Blueprint for the Goshawk II distribution board and cut-out. | ||
| View original record | To DA. from E. Copy to CJ. WOR. BY. HS. EFC. ✓ ORIGINAL 4 E1/029/10/21. X4410. X4421. RE "GOSHAWK II" DISTRIBUTION BOARD AND CUT-OUT. We send you herewith a blue print of Lec.1469 shewing the above,… | ||
| Scan84 | Incomplete drawing for a 'Goshawk II' valve gear rocker, confirming the addition of an oil hole. | ||
| View original record | 2 ES/G29/10/21. To D.A. from E. (Struck through) Copy to C.J. (Struck through) BY. (Struck through) H.S.V RECEIVED ORIGINAL X4229 X.4219 RE "GOSHAWK II" - VALVE GEAR ROCKER. With regard to the… | ||