Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| Scan0 | Technical description and assessment of a C.A.V. Dynamo for the Goshawk project. | ||
| View original record | R.R.325V (T 20) (H 2) .386 (16-9-21) C 3008 To R & E. from EFC. c. to CJ. & FN. c. to Rg. & Da. c. to Ey. & EF. c. to R.R. of America Inc. EFC1/T2.11.21. X.4359V - C.A.V. DYNAMO FOR GOSHAWK. This… | ||
| Scan1 | Page 2 of a report detailing dynamo specifications, weight, and bench test results. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- The proportions of armature and carcase are as follows :- Carcase diameter 5.0" " length 3.15" " thickness .385" Armature diameter 3.75" " active length 3.1" The weight of the machine… | ||
| Scan2 | Comparison of dynamo machine performance against a Lucas unit, proposing a trial on Goshawk chassis. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -3- EPC1/T2.11.21. Attached is a photostat of curves of output obtained on this machine from which it will be seen that the specified performance is readily obtained, although in comparison… | ||
| Scan4 | The vibration test of a C.A.V. Willard 12XRE battery, showing charge and discharge capacities. | ||
| View original record | R.R.3283A(T.S) 2 H.G.(1-5-21) 300 C. To R & E. from EPC. c. to CJ. & FH. c. to Rg. & Ds. c. to Ry. & EP. c. to H.H. of America. ORIGINAL EPC2/T3.11.21. X.3937 -VIBRATION TEST OF C.A.V.WILLARD X4283… | ||
| Scan5 | Cracked battery cell that was returned to the makers for inspection and replacement. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- EFC2/T3.11.21. took place by one of the cells cracking and starting to leak electrolyte, otherwise, as far as we can tell, the battery has received little damage by this mechanical… | ||
| Scan6 | Proposal from The Chloride Company to switch from bolted to burnt-up connections for Exide batteries. | ||
| View original record | To R. from EFC. c. to CJ. c. to PN. ORIGINAL EFC6/T10.10.21. X.607 - EXIDE BATTERIES. The Chloride Company have latterly repeatedly urged that we have burnt up connections in the batteries which they… | ||
| Scan7 | Cover letter for a report on the experimental performance of platinum versus brass battery ignition distributor points. | ||
| View original record | To H & E. from EFC. c. to CJ. & FM. c. to Rg. & Ds. c. to NY & EF. c. to R.R. of America Inc. ORIGINAL EFCG/T10.11.21. X.800 - BATTERY IGNITION DISTRIBUTOR. x3309 Please find attached copy of my… | ||
| Scan8 | Comparison test of standard platinum and experimental brass H.T. distributor points under different ventilation conditions. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (50 T) (S H. 986, 19-2-21) G. 3088 EFC. AB. 30. COPY 9th Nov. 1921. X.800 - BRASS FOR H.T. DISTRIBUTOR POINTS. A comparison has been made between the operation of standard distributor… | ||
| Scan9 | Conclusion on the performance of brass and tungsten for jump spark points and the effects of distributor ventilation. | ||
| View original record | -2- Contd. It is concluded that brass is not satisfactory for jump spark points. Tungsten has performed very favourably and carbon remains to be tried. Evidently distributor ventilation does not… | ||
| Scan10 | Distributing and summarizing reports on the investigation and testing of tungsten contact points. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (50 T) (S H. 986, 19-2-21) G. 3008 To R & E. from EPC. c. CJ & PN. c. Rg. & Da. c. Hy. & EP. c. R.R. of America Inc. EFC1/T10.11.21. X.2694 - TUNGSTEN CONTACT POINTS. Please receive herewith… | ||
| Scan11 | Report discussing the performance of paper and mica condensers and a comparison of tungsten and platinum contacts in ignition systems. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (50 T) (S H. 986, 19-2-21) G. 3008 Contd. -2- EPC/T10.11.21. In the latter half of the report, there is some indication that a paper condenser of similar capacity may be an improvement over… | ||
| Scan12 | Test report on running tungsten contacts on a lower voltage. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (50 T)(S H. 986. 19-2-21) G. 3008 COPY. 6th Oct. 1921. EFC. AB. 26. X.2894 - TUNGSTEN CONTACTS RUN ON A LOWER VOLTAGE. For the above test, a set of points previously used on test cars were… | ||
| Scan13 | The tests of tungsten contact points with double capacity and on 6 volts to suppress sparking. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (50 T) (S H 986, 19-2-21) G. 3008. COPY. 7th Nov. 1921. EFC. AB.29. X.2894. TESTS OF TUNGSTEN POINTS WITH DOUBLE X.2512. CAPACITY AND ON 6 VOLTS. In order to see if sparking could be… | ||
| Scan14 | Continued test report on distributor rollers, contact points, and the effects of different condenser types. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (50 T) (S.H. 986, 19-2-21) G. 3088 -2- Contd. ran for over a month before the rollers required re-oiling as against about one week previously noted on a few occasions. Changes in the weather… | ||
| Scan15 | Sourcing, testing, and pricing of platinum iridium contact points with reduced platinum content. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (50 T) (S H. 936, 19-2-21) G. 3008 To R & E. from EFC. c. CJ. & FN. c. Da. ORIGINAL EFC2/T10.11.21. X.3656 - PLATINUM IRIDIUM CONTACT POINTS WITH REDUCED AMOUNT OF PLATINUM. We have now… | ||
| Scan16 | Preliminary investigation report on a C.A.V. Type 'EB' motor for a 40/50 chassis. | ||
| View original record | To R & E. from EFC. c. to Ol. & FN. c. to Hw. & Ds. c. to Ry. & EP. c. to Hm. c. to R.R. of America, Inc. ORIGINAL X. 4341 - C.A.V. TYPE "EB" MOTOR. This motor was obtained recently to your… | ||
| Scan17 | Test report detailing the specifications and initial performance of a machine or motor. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- EPCB/T11.11.21. Carcase diameter 5.00" length 1.740" thickness .30" Armature dia. 3.00" Active length 3.050" Weight of the machine complete but without pinion or suspension 23.75 lbs.… | ||
| Scan18 | The poor performance of a motor during a brake test, with analysis of potential causes and comparison to an SC type machine. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -3- EPCB/T12.11.21. characteristic of 1 volt drop per 75 amperes, and proceeded to make a brake test of the motor. The motor, however, did not perform any more successfully this time than… | ||
| Scan19 | Motor resistances and the decision not to fit a specific motor to the 40/50 chassis for trial. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -4- EFCB/T12.11.21. reported in connection with the Goshawk, it will be seen that the field and armature resistances are considerably greater for the small motor. So also the ratio of field… | ||
| Scan20 | Comparing the performance of various dynamos for the Goshawk. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (50 T) (S H. 936, 19-2-21) G. 3008 To R & E. from EPC. c. CJ. & FN. c. Rg. & Ds. c. Hy. & MP. c. RR Inc. EPC2/T11.11.21. ORIGINAL X.4359 - DYNAMOS FOR GOSHAWK. We now attach small photostats… | ||
| Scan21 | Performance, pricing, and testing of Lucas, C.A.V., and Rotax dynamos. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (50 T)(S H. 986, 19-2-21) G. 3008 - 2 - EFC2/T11.11.21. Contd. measuring the area, about 26 1/2 m.p.h., so that where the majority of the running is below this last speed, the Lucas curve… | ||
| Scan23 | Graph of Ampere Output versus Speed curves for various dynamos submitted for the Goshawk engine under hot conditions. | ||
| View original record | HOT CONDITION AMPERE OUTPUT - SPEED CURVES OF VARIOUS DYNAMOS SUBMITTED FOR GOSHAWK ALL working on standard volt-ampere characteristics C.A.V. TYPE D.B. (82°C) BTH Type G performance ROTAX TYPE A.T.A.… | ||
| Scan24 | Generator parts being affected by crankcase vapours on the Goshawk engine. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to E. c. to Da. c. to EY. c. to EP. c. to WOT. Hs8/LG15.11.21. X427 GOSHAWK 11 - DYNAMO DRIVE. X3533 We notice on the generators which have been running on Goshawk engine,… | ||
| Scan25 | Unsuccessful experiment to improve the performance of a Standard Lucas E.575 Dynamo. | ||
| View original record | To R. from EFC. c. to CJ. c. to E. ORIGINAL EFC3/T15.11.21. X.3014b- STANDARD LUCAS E.575 DYNAMO It occurred to us that the performance of the standard Lucas E.575 dynamo might be made more nearly… | ||
| Scan26 | On the difficulties and experiments in manufacturing condensers, focusing on sourcing and testing suitable insulating paper. | ||
| View original record | To R. from EPC. c.c. to CJ. c.c. to Da. c.c. to Hy. c.c. to Nor. c.c. to Wd. ORIGINAL. EFC1/T16.11.21. X.2612 - CONDENSERS. We are doing all we can on condensers as a result of instructions contained… | ||
| Scan27 | Continued discussion on condenser design, comparing materials like twin paper and mica, and analysing capacity and efficiency. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- The difficulty in the first case is that only a limited mechanical pressure can be applied to the plates without affecting breakdown, and this limits materially the capacity which can be… | ||
| Scan28 | Goshawk ignition condensers, comparing mica and paper types and potential design modifications. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -3- EFC1/T16.11.21. for the Goshawk ignition to be .25 mf. We do not see how it is possible to attain this result on a mica condenser in the space provided. We could get a little nearer by… | ||
| Scan29 | Conclusion on the selection of a C.A.V. type DB dynamo for the Goshawk chassis based on its output characteristics. | ||
| View original record | To R & E. from KFC. c. to CJ. & PH. c. to Hy. & EP. c. to Rg. &Ds. c. to R.R. of America Inc. ORIGINAL KFC2/T/1.11.21. X. 4359 - DYNAMO FOR GOSHAWK. We have now concluded that, as suggested in your… | ||
| Scan30 | The Goshawk dynamo output, ballast resistance, and starting issues with the 40/50 car. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- EFC2/T21.11.21. the Goshawk than on the 40/50. We could possibly make the wire of finer gauge so as to only take the same current, but we do not think this would be advisable from the point… | ||
| Scan31 | Volume and construction of condensers for a 'Goshawk' ignition system. | ||
| View original record | To R. from XFC. c. to CJ. c. to Z & Da. c. to By. c. to Mor. c. to Sd. ORIGINAL XFCB/T24.11.21. X.4423 - CONDENSERS FOR "GOSHAWK" IGNITION. Yours refs. M/G21.11.21, M9/G21.11.21 and M15/G21.11.21. We… | ||
| Scan32 | Properties and development of paper and mica condensers. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- HFC2/T24.11.21. The length of strip unwound was 30 feet. Taking the thickness of paper to be as previously stated, .00125", this gives average paper a di-electric inductivity of 6.23 which… | ||
| Scan33 | Continued report on the construction and testing of a condenser made from tin foil and mica. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -3- KFCB/T24.11.21. space provided. This condenser has been built up of .0005" tin foil and .0015" mica selected for uniformity. We have, therefore, actually obtained by this means more… | ||
| Scan34 | The receipt and inspection of Peto & Radford batteries for 40/50 and Goshawk models. | ||
| View original record | To R. & E. from EPC. c. to CJ. & PN. c. to Ry. & EP. c. to Rg. & Da. c. to R.R. of America. X.3398 - P & R BATTERY FOR 40/50 CAR. L4414P. - P & R BATTERY FOR GOSHAWK. We have now received from Messrs.… | ||
| Scan35 | Continued report on battery accumulators, discussing terminal lugs, porcelain vents, and plate improvements. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- EFC4/T25.11.21. recesses in the leaden lug which are afterwards filled with vaseline should be noted. Mr. Minchin stated that since the introduction of this feature, cases of corrosion of… | ||
| Scan36 | The charging rate of a Lucas dynamo and a comparison between battery ignition and magneto performance at slow speeds. | ||
| View original record | Contd. (3) EFC4/T25.11.21. whole time as a matter of experiment. He considers the charging rate too high on the standard Lucas dynamo at the high speeds, and that a drooping curve would be better if… | ||
| Scan37 | The small output of the Lucas 'Goshawk' dynamo and the effects of changing the brush setting. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 285A (100 T) (S.H. 798, 10-12-20) G. 2947 To R & E. from EFC. ORIGINAL EFC2/T30.11.21. c. to CJ. c. to Bv. c. to Hy. _________________________________________________ X.43591 - LUCAS "GOSHAWK"… | ||
| Scan38 | Goshawk II where the coachbuilder has made the rear seat too high, with suggestions for a remedy. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. [crossed out] From R. RECEIVED NOV ORIGINAL Ref HS 5/L6 30.9.21 R9/G2/11/21. GOSHAWK II. X 3730. X 180 I have seen the coachbuilders' drawing, and am very distressed to find that we cannot… | ||
| Scan39 | Lubrication of the oil pump drive for the 'Goshawk II' engine. | ||
| View original record | To DA. from E. Copy to C.J. " " W.M. " " HS. " " BY. ORIGINAL XC4232 RE LUBRICATION OF OIL PUMP DRIVE - "GOSHAWK II". We send you herewith drawing Lec.1478 shewing the over-flow pipe from the pump… | ||
| Scan40 | Drawing Lec.1476 for a strengthened method of holding slider guides in the 'Goshawk II' gear box. | ||
| View original record | [Stamp: RECEIVED NOV] To ADA. from E. Copys to Gd. " " MOR. " " BY. " " HS. [tick] [Stamp: ORIGINAL.] 2 ET/G2/11/21. [Drawing: Purple Triangle] RE "GOSHAWK II" GEAR BOX. x4247 We send you herewith… | ||
| Scan41 | Requesting the Production Drawing Office create a sheet with scale drawings of various gearbox plugs. | ||
| View original record | To DA. From E. Copy to E.H. " " HY. " " HS. [STAMP: ORIGINAL RECEIVED 09 NOV 1921] 3 X4247 X4091 RE "GOSHAWK" GEAR BOX PLUG AND GENERAL PLUG DIMENSIONS+ We send you herewith drawing Loc.1477 which… | ||
| Scan42 | Telegram suggesting engine modifications to reduce noise, involving valve springs, ports, camshaft, dampers and clutch. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAPHS. ORIGINAL This Form must accompany any inquiry respecting this Telegram. C. OR B. Recd. from Charges to pay s. d. No. of Telegram: B. 42 Sent: 9 56 A.M. To: 1320 By: Ha Office… | ||
| Scan43 | Design and materials for an inexpensive and efficient ignition system condenser. | ||
| View original record | Made in London Eng. by Kenrick & Jefferson Ld. To EFC. from R. Copy to CJ. " " WOR. " " HS. " " BY. X.2912 [strikethrough] ORIGINAL [stamp] IGNITION SYSTEM. R1/G3/11/21. X.2894 X.3656 I consider it… | ||
| Scan44 | Modifications and performance issues with the 40/50 HP engine's winter carburation system. | ||
| View original record | To HS. from R. Copy to SJ. " " WOR. " " BY. " " DA. ORIGINAL X4305 X4390 RE 40/50 H.P. WINTER CARBURATION. You have not yet informed us of what modifications you had to make in the exhaust heated… | ||
| Scan45 | Letter discussing body design for the 'Goshawk II', highlighting issues with dimensions provided by Derby to the coachbuilder Mulliners. | ||
| View original record | To SP. from R. Copy to Co's: DJ. IMB. HC. MY. ORIGINAL RECEIVED NOV 4 '21 FC 34 R10/G3/11/21. X373D RE BODY FOR "GOSHAWK II". X180 Thank you for your telegram saying that bodies can be built with… | ||
| Scan46 | Potential purchase of cars with 4-wheel braking, similar to the Goshawk model, seen at the Olympia show. | ||
| View original record | X.4428 X1559 (crossed out) POLICY (crossed out) & ref 20 brakes PN. from Hs. c. to EP. c. to HY. c. to Rg. Hsl/LG5.11.21. RE PURCHASE OF CARS SIMILAR TO GOSHAWK. X.4219 X.4428 Attached herewith is a… | ||
| Scan47 | Forming a committee to examine cars at shows and purchase one that resembles a Goshawk 11. | ||
| View original record | W/S R.R. 235B (100 T.S.M. 798, 10-12-20) G. 2948 Cx. from Hs. Hs2/LG5.11.21. | ||
| Scan48 | Modifications to drawing No. Lec.1469 for the 'Goshawk II' distribution board with automatic switch. | ||
| View original record | To DA. from E. Copy to CJ. W.OR. HS. BY. ORIGINAL RECEIVED 10 NOV 21 E3/G5/11/21. X.4410. RE DISTRIBUTION BOARD WITH AUTOMATIC SWITCH. "GOSHAWK II". We send you herewith drawing No.Lec.1469. We have… | ||
| Scan49 | C.A.V. dynamo for the 'Goshawk II' and recommendations for its brushes. | ||
| View original record | To EFC. from R. Copy to CJ. " " WOR. " " BY. F.O. NOV 10 1921 ORIGINAL 6 R10/G9/11/21. X. 4359V X.4342V, RE C.A.V. DYNAMO FOR "GOSHAWK II". X.5348 X.3945 Regarding the C.A.V. dynamo, this seems to be… | ||
| Scan50 | Ordering Bakelite-Dilecto sheets and tubes, and discussing confusion about the material's specifications. | ||
| View original record | To EFC. from R. Copy to CJ. " " WOR. " " WD. Handwritten notes: Rec'd at S. Minor. JS. Stamp: ORIGINAL R11/G9/11/21. Stamp: 10 OCT 1921 X.3573 RE BAKELITE-DILECTO SHEETS AND TUBES. I suggest that we… | ||
| Scan51 | Proposed lubrication system alterations for the 'Goshawk' engine. | ||
| View original record | To HS. from E. Copy to CJ. " " WOR. " " BY. " " DA. ORIGINAL RE "GOSHAWK" ENGINE LUBRICATION. X.3591 heb 1483 Referring to the above, we send you herewith a drawing of an oil baffle which Mr. Royce… | ||
| Scan52 | Memo from C.L. to H.S. regarding an investigation into an oil leak on a Goshawk II chassis, as requested by Mr. Royce. | ||
| View original record | ORIGINAL. X4221 12/11/21 2 To HS from C.L. Jenner GOSHAWK II X4221 Will you please let us know if the second chassis has an oil leak at the rear end of the crankshaft. Mr Royce would like you to… | ||
| Scan53 | Report of impressions from the Olympia Motor Car Show of November 1921, comparing vehicles and manufacturing conditions. | ||
| View original record | To C.J. from R. Copy to WGT. " " HS. " " EV. " " ES. " " DA. R B ORIGINAL COPY. R2/G15/11/21. A/775 IMPRESSIONS OF THE MOTOR CAR SHOW - OLYMPIA - NOV. 1921. (1) Little or no progress is noted for… | ||
| Scan54 | Assessing competitor automotive technologies and discussing the company's experimental development strategy. | ||
| View original record | To C.J. from R. -2- R2/G15/11/21 Contd. (9) The new eight cylinder Bugatti is quite a freak production which is a long way from being finished, and not likely to be produced in quantity. Older model… | ||
| Scan55 | Query regarding an oil leak from the 'Goshawk II' back axle. | ||
| View original record | To HS. from DA DA1/G15/11/21. H [STAMP] ORIGINAL. [STAMP] RECEIVED NOV 16 1921 [STAMP] V X4256 RE "GOSHAWK II" BACK AXLE. Mr. Royce is not sure whether the oil leaked from the back axle when running,… | ||
| Scan56 | Benefits of battery ignition over magneto ignition for the Goshawk II engine. | ||
| View original record | To HS. from R. Copy to CJ. " " WOR. " " PN. " " EP. " " HM. " " EFC. FILED 18 NOV 1934 ORIGINAL R7/G15/11/21. X.3455✓ X.3199 X 430 X3129 RE BATTERY OR MAGNETO IGNITION. I wrote some days ago pointing… | ||
| Scan57 | Modifying the Goshawk II front cross member after a breakage during a bump test. | ||
| View original record | TO BY. from R. Copy to GJ. HS. STAMP: ORIGINAL STAMP: RECEIVED STAMP: NOV 18 31 R6/G16/11/21. RE "GOSHAWK II". X4219 Regarding the front cross member of the "Goshawk II" owing to the breakage of one… | ||
| Scan58 | Examination of steering joints on the Goshawk II chassis and questioning their performance. | ||
| View original record | To HS. from R. Copy to GJ. X4264 X RE "GOSHAWK II" STEERING JOINTS. We have been examining the steering joints for the "Goshawk". We should be glad to know whether you consider those fitted to the… | ||
| Scan59 | Specifying the required types of Bakelite products for different applications. | ||
| View original record | To EFC. } from R ~~PY~~ ~~WD~~ Copy to CJ. ORIGINAL R10/G16/11/21. & X.3513 - BAKELITE PRODUCTS. (WD2/NJ14/11/21) (1) For friction surfaces we want Continental Bakelite with (linen) base. (2) For… | ||
| Scan60 | Inquiring about the performance of joints on the 'Goshawk II' cross steering tube. | ||
| View original record | To HS. from DA. ORIGINAL. DA2/G17/11/21. X4263 RE: "GOSHAWK II" - CROSS STEERING TUBE JOINTS. I forgot to ask you yesterday whether the joints on the cross steering tube of "Goshawk II" with the wide… | ||
| Scan61 | Redesign and redrawing of the lighting and ignition switch for the 'Goshawk II'. | ||
| View original record | To RY. from R. Copy to Col. [Struck through] Mort. [Struck through] HS. [Struck through] EPC. ORIGINAL. R1/G17/11/21. 6 X.4081 X.4410 [Struck through] RE LIGHTING AND IGNITION SWITCH FOR "GOSHAWK II".… | ||
| Scan62 | 'Goshawk II' clutch, detailing an improved thrust bearing and the necessary alteration to the clutch shaft. | ||
| View original record | To D.A. from E. Copy to SJ. (struck through) NON. (struck through) HY. (struck through) HS. ORIGINAL 2. E2/G18/11/21. X4244 RE "GOSHAWK II" CLUTCH - IMPROVED TYPE OF THRUST BEARING. We send you… | ||
| Scan63 | Drawing showing alterations to the 'Goshawk II' undershield. | ||
| View original record | To DA. from E. Copy to CJ. " " OR. " " BY. " " HS. ORIGINAL. E3/GIB/11/21. NOV 28 1921 RECEIVED RE "GOSHAWK II" UNDERSHIELD. X4272 We send you herewith drawing Lec.1488 showing the alterations to the… | ||
| Scan64 | Requesting the centre of gravity for slinging and removing the 'Goshawk II' engine unit. | ||
| View original record | To HS. from E. Copy to C.J. ORIGINAL. RE SLINGING "GOSHAWK II" UNIT. X3535 With reference to slinging the "Goshawk II" unit, and removing it from the chassis frame, Mr. Royce would like you to find… | ||
| Scan65 | The revised front dumbiron for the Goshawk II. | ||
| View original record | To DA from E, Copy to CH. WCH. HS. RV WS ORIGINAL. FO NOV 22 1921 2 E2/G19/11/21. RE "GOSHAWK II" - REVISED FRONT DUMBIRON. X4260 We send you herewith drawing Lec.1487 shewing modified method of… | ||
| Scan66 | Modified design for the induction and exhaust pipe of the 'Goshawk II' engine. | ||
| View original record | To DA. from E. Copy to Ld. * * WCH. * * * * HS. * * * * DI. * * ORIGINAL EL/G19/11/21. RECEIVED [stamp with date 11 NOV 1921] X4227 X4238 RE INDUCTION AND EXHAUST PIPE - "GOSHAWK II" RECEIVED [stamp]… | ||
| Scan67 | Questioning the purchase of Dubiliers condensers and proposing design modifications for in-house production. | ||
| View original record | To EEC. from R. Copy to CJ. " " WOR. " " BY. " " HS. " " WD. X.4430 ORIGINAL. RE CONDENSERS - EFC1/T16/11/21. R9/G21/11/21. X.2512 I do not understand why we are buying Dubiliers condensers for our… | ||
| Scan68 | Drawing LeC.1491, which details a modification to the 'Goshawk II' undershield for an altered front suspension. | ||
| View original record | To DA. from E. Copy to CJ. (Struck through) " " WOR. (Struck through) " " HS. (Struck through) " " DY. (Struck through) ORIGINAL (Stamped) Hs (Handwritten) E2/G23/11/21. RE "GOSHAWK II" UNDERSHIELD.… | ||
| Scan69 | Use of metric versus inch-sized ball bearings for American productions. | ||
| View original record | To [strikethrough]C.L.[/strikethrough] from R. Copy to [strikethrough]HJ[/strikethrough] [strikethrough]MOR?[/strikethrough] " " [strikethrough]HB[/strikethrough] " "… | ||
| Scan70 | Drawing Lec.1492 for a starting carburettor on the 40/50 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | To DA. from E. Copy to OJ. " " WOR. " " HS. " " BY. ORIGINAL EL/G24/11/21. 2 X4390 RE STARTING CARBURETTOR - 40/50 H.P. CHASSIS. We send you herewith drawing Lec.1492 shewing the above. This… | ||
| Scan71 | Visit to West Wittering with Messrs. Hives and Haldenby concerning the 'Goshawk II' vehicle. | ||
| View original record | To HS. & HY. from R. Copy to CJ. " " WOR. " " DA. " " L. " " EPC. " " EY. " " EP. (Stamp: Hs ORIGINAL RECEIVED) (Handwritten: x4219) RE VISIT OF MESSRS. HIVES AND HALDENBY TO WEST WITTERING WITH… | ||
| Scan72 | Design considerations for wheels, ignition, axle leaks, and front suspension. | ||
| View original record | To HS. & HY. from R. -2- volts to work the ignition, and it is then necessary to start on the switch. (5) WHEELS. [Handwritten in margin: A3485] I think that it would be best for us to have… | ||
| Scan73 | Design considerations for the radiator, frame riveting, and water pump fixing. | ||
| View original record | To HS. & HY. from R. -3- R10/G25/11/21 Contd. says he has tried these on the bumping test, and they did not last but knocked to bits. It was noticed that some of the Continental cars have horns which… | ||
| Scan74 | Design points for ignition, starter, brakes, instrument board, and steering. | ||
| View original record | To HS. & HY. from R. -4- R10/G25/11/21 Contd. the raised boss to provide a normal face for drilling. I think we should avoid this latter, and raise the top of the cheeses to get a flush effect and… | ||
| Scan75 | Design decisions for pedals, petrol indicators, bonnet locks, and electrical systems for the 'Goshawk II' chassis. | ||
| View original record | To HS. & HY. from BY. -5- R10/G25/11/21 Contd. of the column could probably more easily be adapted with the suggestion that we already have for brazing on the bottom flange and making a hole in the… | ||
| Scan76 | Typed memo discussing engineering updates and issues for various vehicle components. | ||
| View original record | To HS. & HY. from R. -6- R10/G25/11/21 Contd. (1) Head lamp. (2) Side Lamps. (3) Separate fuses for the dynamo field and armature. (4) Coil ignition circuit. (5) Body klaxon, gauge lamp and connection… | ||
| Scan77 | Design suggestions and decisions for various car components. | ||
| View original record | To HY.& HY. from R. -7- R10/G25/11/21 Contd. I suggest that we might use an unclosed hook on each end of the spring to enable a spigot to engage the first coil and the hook to engage a solid pin… | ||
| Scan78 | Updates and schemes for chassis wiring, petrol feed, lubrication, radiator shutters, luggage grids, and front engine support. | ||
| View original record | To HS. & HY. from R. -8- R10/G25/11/21 Contd. X4075 (32) CHASSIS WIRING. For the chassis wiring I think we should use a general system of wires in straight metal tubes screwed, bends only split where… | ||
| Scan79 | Sending drawing Lec.1486 regarding the 'Goshawk II' engine front suspension. | ||
| View original record | To DA. from E. Copy to C.J. " " WOD. " " HS. " " DY. ORIGINAL. RECEIVED E1/G26/11/21. RE "GOSHAWK II" - ENGINE FRONT SUSPENSION. X3535 Herewith please receive drawing Lec.1486 shewing the above. E. | ||
| Scan80 | Confirmation of a telegram regarding the composition and potential alteration of a paper condenser. | ||
| View original record | X.4430 ORIGINAL E1 | 28/11/21 CLK from E CONFIRMATION CONFIRMATION OF TELEGRAM SENT 28/11/21 CLARK PAPER CONDENSER PROBABLY MADE FROM TISSUE COATED WITH LINSEED OIL & PROCURED FROM SAME SOURCE AS… | ||
| Scan81 | Confirmation of a telegram regarding a condenser problem and the procurement of specific paper. | ||
| View original record | x4430. CONFIRMATION ORIGINATION CLK FROM E c to J E1 / 29-11-21 CONFIRMATION OF TELEGRAM SENT 29/11/21 ROYCAR DERBY CLARK CONDENSER PROBLEM ENTIRELY DEPENDANT ON PROCURING PAPER LIKE BOSCH IF YOU… | ||
| Scan82 | The use and supply of oiled condenser paper for coil making. | ||
| View original record | CLK FROM R ✓ c to J ORIGINAL. R|E 30-11-21 X. 3445 X. 4430 BATTERY IGNITION COILS THE THIN OILED CONDENSER PAPER WOULD BE MOST USEFUL FOR WINDING BETWEEN THE LAYERS OF ENAMELLED WIRE IN COIL MAKING.… | ||