Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| Scan0 | Outlining departmental points and proposed modifications for the Goshawk 11. | ||
| View original record | X4219 To EP. & Hs. from Da[...] Dal/M1. 5. 22. c. to GJ. & Wor. c. to Ev. & Hy. c. to EPC. Seen HS X4219 GOSHAWK 11. With reference to EP2/LG25.4.22, the following is the condition of the points which… | ||
| Scan1 | List of action points and updates on various vehicle components and reported issues. | ||
| View original record | (2) As regards gaiters we should like a sample gaiter sent down here in order that we may examine it and set it down and see if an improvement can be effected. This gaiter should preferably be one… | ||
| Scan2 | Typed memo outlining the status of various vehicle component issues and design considerations. | ||
| View original record | (3) HEAD LAMP WIRING. This was dealt with on N.sch. 1243. BROKEN STEERING BOX. We are awaiting broken box before altering the design. BATTERIES. X.4414 This is a matter which it appears can only be… | ||
| Scan3 | List of vehicle faults and points for discussion, including steering, batteries, brakes, and engine issues. | ||
| View original record | [TYPED TEXT - UPSIDE DOWN] (2) HEAD LAMP WIRING. This was dealt with on M.sec. 1287. BROKEN STEERING BOX. We are awaiting broken box before altering the design. BATTERIES. X.4414 This is a matter… | ||
| Scan4 | Design of the Goshawk II distribution box cover, with suggestions for materials and insulation. | ||
| View original record | To Da. from E. c. to GJ. c. to Mor. c. to Hy. c. to Hs. ✓ ORIGINAL. El/M1. 5. 22. Seen Hs. X.4410 GOSHAWK II. DISTRIBUTION BOX COVER. We send you herewith drawing No. Lec 1561 shewing schemes for… | ||
| Scan5 | Model of a cork faced cock from Messrs Benton & Stone for the 40/50 chassis. | ||
| View original record | ORIGINAL To Hs. from E. E2/M1.5.22. RE CORK FACED COCKS. X3451. Some time ago Messrs Benton & Stone voluntarily made a model of one of their cork faced cocks, specially designed by them for our 40/50… | ||
| Scan6 | Design modifications and dimensions for the Goshawk 11 open car. | ||
| View original record | To IHS. for Sp. from Da/Ev. c. to Gov. Wor. Hy. Hs. ✓ Da/Ev1/M2.5.22. [STAMP: ORIGINAL] [STAMP: RECEIVED, with date wheel] GOSHAWK 11. X3730 XC4229 We send you herewith N.sch. 1263 showing the revised… | ||
| Scan7 | Proposal for carrying a second spare wheel on the running board and requesting prints from a drawing. | ||
| View original record | (2) (6) We propose that a second spare wheel be carried on the running board by a carrier of our design. Will you please have the necessary prints required by you made from this drawing, and return… | ||
| Scan8 | Double spring scheme for the Goshawk 11 clutch. | ||
| View original record | To Dav. from E. c. to Cd. Wer. c. to By. Hs. ORIGINAL EL/M3. 5. 22. DOUBLE SPRING SCHEME FOR GOSHAWK 11. CLUTCH. X4244 We send herewith drawing No. LeC 1564 shewing the above. These springs give 120… | ||
| Scan9 | Design and fitting instructions for revised front wings on the Goshawk 11 model. | ||
| View original record | Hs ORIGINAL To-By. from Da/Ev. c. to GJ. c. to Mor. c. to Hs.✓ RECEIVED MAY 5 1922 Da/Evl/M3.5.22. GOSHAWK 11. REVISED FRONT WINGS. Y3730 Y429 We send you herewith N.sch. 1264 shewing the revised… | ||
| Scan10 | Note regarding a drawing for a wheel carrier bracket and a forthcoming drawing for a rear wing. | ||
| View original record | (2) shewn the bracket for the wheel carrier on the running board, and it's piece numbers. In the course of a few days we shall be sending you a similar drawing for the rear wing. Da/Ev. | ||
| Scan11 | Failures of dynamo brushes, commutator, and steering box during a 10,000-mile test. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 236A (10M I/S Dd 703. 10-12-20) G. 29/17. ORIGINAL re 4CII R1/M4. 5. 22. To Hs. EF. & Hy. from R. and 10,000 miles c. to OJ. BJ. Wor. By. c. to Da. E. PN. EFC. (Stamp) RECD MAY 10 1922 HS X4219… | ||
| Scan12 | Technical report discussing proposed improvements to carburetion, bodywork, and other components. | ||
| View original record | (2) We increased this to .125 but it might be still more. I suggest therefore:- 1. Flexibility or joint suitable for relieving the stress due to twisted frame. 2. Stronger design or materials less… | ||
| Scan13 | Vehicle standardisation, road handling, electrical equipment, and colour specifications. | ||
| View original record | N.R. 235A (100 P) (S. H. 798. 10-12-20) G. 2947 (3) they should be right forall types of body, and can therefore be standardised. The wonderful saving if this can be done cannot be told without many… | ||
| Scan14 | Design modifications to the Goshawk 11 Autovac tank. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Da. c. to CJ. c. to Wor. c. to Hs. ✓ c. to IP. ORIGINAL Hs Da1/M6.5.22. REC MAY 9 1922 GOSHAWK 11. AUTOVAC TANK. X4266 X3579 We send you herewith N.sch. 1266 showing the Goshawk tank… | ||
| Scan15 | Modifications to the Cosham side steering tube. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Da. c. to CJ. c. to Wor. c. to Hs.✓ c. to Er. ORIGINAL. Hs Da2/M6. 5. 22. RECEIVED MAY 12 1922 COSHAM SIDE STEERING TUBE. X4265 We send herewith N. sch. 1267 shewing the rear end of the… | ||
| Scan16 | Proposal for Goshawk 11 head lamp wiring, addressing issues with wire shearing and water accumulation. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Da. c. to GJ. c. to Wor. c. to Hs. c. to EF. RECEIVED STAMP: Hs ORIGINAL MAY 11 1922 RECEIVED Da3/M6.5.22. Seen AS. X 4075. GOSHAWK 11. HEAD LAMP WIRING. We should like to point out that… | ||
| Scan17 | Modification to the Goshawk 11 Battery Box Support. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Da. ORIGINAL c. to Ed. c. to Wer. c. to HS. ✓ Da3/MS. 5. 22. Seen HS. X.4378 GOSHAWK 11. BATTERY BOX SUPPORT. We send herewith N.sch. 1268 shewing the bracket for carrying the front end of… | ||
| Scan18 | Revised drawing for the rear wings of a Goshawk 11 open touring body. | ||
| View original record | Hs MAY 10 1922 ORIGINAL To By. from Da. C. to SC C. to GerEC C. to HB. C. to Spr. Da2/M8. 5. 22. GOSHAWK 11. REAR WINGS. X3730 We send herewith N.sch. 1265 shewing the revised rear wings for Goshawk… | ||
| Scan19 | Proposed improved joints for Goshawk II brake connections. | ||
| View original record | ORIGINAL To By. from Da. c. to Gr. c. to Her. c. to Hs. ✓ Da4/18.5.22. GOSHAWK 11. BRAKE CONNECTIONS. X4257 We send herewith N.sch. 1269 shewing the proposed improved joint on the brake tables. Of the… | ||
| Scan20 | Drawing No. LeC 1566 for a Goshawk 11 gearbox breather to fix oil leaks and rust. | ||
| View original record | To Da. from E. c. to CJ. c. to Wer. c. to Dy. c. to Hs. c. to EP. ORIGINAL Hs MAY 10 1922 E1/M8. 5. 22. GOSHAWK 11. GEARBOX BREATHER. X4247 We send herewith drawing No. LeC 1566 shewing the breather… | ||
| Scan21 | Confirming design suggestions for strengthening the Goshawk rear axle and modifying related components. | ||
| View original record | ORIGINAL To By: from Da. c. to GJ. c. to Wor. c. to Hs. ✓ Dal/M8. 5. 22. Hs MAY 10 1922 REC'D GOSHAWK. REAR AXLE. X4256 This is to confirm having handed to you at Derby N.sch. 1262, shewing our… | ||
| Scan22 | Alterations to the Goshawk 11 engine to cure oil leaks from the valve gear covers. | ||
| View original record | ORIGINAL. To Da. from E. c. to Mr. Wor. c. to Mr. Hs. ✓ c. to Mr. ? X4226 X4225 GOSHAWK 11. ALTERATIONS TO CURE OIL LEAKS FROM VALVE GEAR COVERS. We send you herewith drawing No. Lec 1569 showing a… | ||
| Scan23 | Proposal to investigate oil leaks from a Goshawk II engine's valve gear covers by using a sectioned cover for observation. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 252A (100) (S H. 788, 10-12-20) G. 2947 To Hs. from E. c. to Co. Wor. c. to Fy. FP. [STAMP: ORIGINAL] [STAMP: RECEIVED MAY 16 1922] 2 E5/M9 5. 22. V4226 GOSHAWK II. OIL LEAKS FROM VALVE GEAR… | ||
| Scan24 | Modifying the Goshawk 11 gearbox cover to use standard square head bolts. | ||
| View original record | To Der from E. c. to C.J. Sor. c. to Sy. Hs. ORIGINAL. GOSHAWK 11. GEARBOX COVER. X4247 We send you herewith drawing No.Lec 1568 shewing the amount it is necessary to move the centre lines of bolts in… | ||
| Scan25 | Design modifications and drawings for the Goshawk 11 undershield. | ||
| View original record | To -Ba. from K. c. to Cj. c. to Mor. c. to -By c. to Hs. ✓ c. to --- ORIGINAL RECEIVED MAY 10 1922 R1/M9. 5. 22. GOSHAWK 11. UNDERSHIELD. X4272 We send you herewith drawing No. Lec 1567 shewing the… | ||
| Scan26 | Proposals for modifying the Goshawk 11 front end of the rear spring, including increasing pin size and altering components for clearance. | ||
| View original record | ORIGINAL RECEIVED MAY 18 1922 To By. from Da. c. to Cd. c. to Wst. c. to Hs. ✓ Da1/M10.5.22. GOSHAWK 11. FRONT END OF REAR SPRING. X4261 We send herewith N.sch. 1270 shewing the proposals we make to… | ||
| Scan27 | Proposal for alterations to the rear end of the Goshawk 11 front springs. | ||
| View original record | To Hy. from Da. c. to edr. c. to Wer. c. to HS. ✔ ORIGINAL RECEIVED Hs Da9/M10.5.22. GOSHAWK 11. RE.REAR END OF FRONT SPRINGS. X4261 We send herewith N.sch. 1273 shewing the first alterations which we… | ||
| Scan28 | Confirming experiments on the Goshawk 11 cross steering tube. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Da. c. to GJ. c. to Wer. c. to Hs. ✓ ORIGINAL RE GOSHAWK 11. CROSS STEERING TUBE. X4263 This is to confirm that you will experiment with the cross steering tube joint and the front end of… | ||
| Scan29 | Goshawk 11 starting carburetter and mixture control on the instrument board. | ||
| View original record | To Hy. from Da. ORIGINAL Da8/M10.5.22. 3. c. to GJ. c. to WDF. c. to Hs.✓ GOSHAWK 11. STARTING CARBURETTER & MIXTURE CONTROL ON INSTRUMENT BOARD. X4234 X422F V4067 We send herewith N.sch. 1272 shewing… | ||
| Scan30 | Drawing No. Lec 1570, detailing a longer Goshawk II dumb iron with larger bolts and rivets. | ||
| View original record | To Ba. from E. c.c. to Gd. Wor- c. to By. Hs. Hy. Hs ORIGINAL REC'D 11. MAY 13 GOSHAWK 11. DUMB IRON. X4260 We send you herewith drawing No. Lec 1570 shewing Goshawk ll. dumb iron 15% longer than Lec… | ||
| Scan31 | Proposal for treating dynamo end covers on various chassis types, including those with and without magnetos. | ||
| View original record | 1 of 25 - 20 HP Sans magneto ORIGINAL: TO EH. from E. HS El/M11.5.22. c. to Mr. Wor. c. to Ev. Hs. c. to EFC. # MAY 13 1922 RECEIVED X 4383 GOSHAWK A.T. DYNAMO END COVERS. We propose to treat the… | ||
| Scan32 | Modifying a dynamo cover and lubricator for easier inspection and clamping. | ||
| View original record | (2) presence of the magneto drive shaft and as it is again undesir- able to leave the cover loose jangling about and shorting the brushes while the engine is running we have arranged to clamp it by… | ||
| Scan33 | Drawing Lec 1572, which details modifications to the Goshawk II Dynamo brushes. | ||
| View original record | To Da. from E. c. to cd. c. to Wox. c. to By c. to Hs. ✓ c. to MPG. c. to SFT. Hs ORIGINAL E2/M11.5.22. RECEIVED MAY 12 Seen Hs. X 4383 [crossed out] X 4331 [crossed out] GOSHAWK II. DYNAMO. We send… | ||
| Scan34 | Experimental change to the Goshawk 11 dynamo drive, replacing a serrated shaft with a plain taper and keys. | ||
| View original record | To Da. from E. c.c. to TJ. c.c. to Hives. c.c. to AW c.c. to Her. c.c. to RPC. c.c. to RB ORIGINAL HS MAY 18 1922 RECE E3/111. 5. 22. X 3522 GOSHAWK 11. DYNAMO DRIVE. We send herewith drawing No. LcG… | ||
| Scan35 | Modifications to the Goshawk II dynamo brushes and field connections. | ||
| View original record | Hs To D.A. from E. RECD MAY 12 1922 X4333 C. to Cdr. C. to War C. to [struck through: EH] C. to H.G. C. to E.W.C. ✓ C. to [struck through: EDC] [struck through: X 4383] GOSHAWK II. DYNAMO. [struck… | ||
| Scan36 | Modifications to the Goshawk 11 control gear regarding the toggling lever. | ||
| View original record | ORIGINAL. To Da. from E. c. to CJ. c. to Her. c. to Hy. c. to HB. ✓ c. to EP. Hs RECEIVED MAY 13 1922 E5/M11.5.22. GOSHAWK 11. CONTROL GEAR. X4239 We send you herewith drawing No. LeC 1574. This… | ||
| Scan37 | Telegram received by telephone concerning a front suspension tube query. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 144A (100B.) SE 867. 9.7.18 MP 193871 ROLLS-ROYCE, LIMITED. ORIGINAL TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. X3535 Time Received: 5..11 Date: 12/5/22 To: Roycar Derby By: mB from: .Chichester 4 35 Hives… | ||
| Scan38 | Proposed modifications to the Goshawk 11 battery ignition's high tension moulding and locating pip. | ||
| View original record | ORIGINAL To Bm. from E. c. to SJ. c. to Hor. c. to Hy. c. to Hs.✓ c. to Sp. H1/M12.5.33. MAY 14 1933 RECEIVED Seen us X.4357 GOSHAWK 11. BATTERY IGNITION. In accordance with our conversation with Hs.… | ||
| Scan39 | Modified print for the Goshawk 11 accelerator pedal. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Da/Ev. c. to OJ. Wor. Hs. ORIGINAL Da/Ev1/M13.5.22. GOSHAWK 11. ACCELERATOR PEDAL. X4267 We send herewith a modified print of N.sch.1256 shewing a stop in both directions for the… | ||
| Scan40 | Clarifying the design of the Goshawk engine suspension tube fixing regarding thermal expansion. | ||
| View original record | A.R. 235A (100 T) (S.H. 708, 10-19-20) G. 9947 ORIGINAL RECEIVED MAY 16 1922 HS To Hs. from E. c. to By. GOSHAWK 1. ENGINE FIXING. X3535 In amplification of our telegram of the 12th inst., in reply to… | ||
| Scan41 | Sending drawing LeC 1576 for the Peregrine cylinder head and valve gear. | ||
| View original record | To Da. from E. c. to Gd. c. to Wor. c. to By. c. to Hs. c. to FP. ORIGINAL E1/M15.5.22. 2 RE PEREGRINE CYLINDER HEAD AND VALVE GEAR. X4438 X4439 We send you herewith drawing No. LeC 1576, shewing the… | ||
| Scan42 | Outline drawing for Peregrine frame side members and advising against ordering dies. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Da. c. to G.J. c. to Mer. c. to Hs.✓ ORIGINAL Dal/M15.5.22. RE PEREGRINE FRAME SIDE MEMBERS. Y4473 We send herewith N.sch. 1274 showing the frame side members in outline in order that… | ||
| Scan43 | Modifications to the front springs on the Goshawk 11. | ||
| View original record | N.R. 285A (100 T) (S.H. 798, 10-12-20) G. 2947 ORIGINAL To Hs. from Da. Da3/M15.5.22. FRONT SPRINGS ON GOSHAWK 11. X4261 In reply to your Hs1/LGl3.5.22., we note [handwritten: know] that to increase… | ||
| Scan44 | Reduction of rivets for Ferodo and Raybestos brake linings on Goshawk 11 rear brake shoes. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 283A (1004-ES H. 7498 10-12-20) G. 1947 ORIGINAL To Hs. from Da. Dal/M17.5.22. RECEIVED MAY 19 1922 GOSHAWK 11. REAR BRAKE SHOES. Yu157 Replying to yours of the 15th inst. re the riveting of the… | ||
| Scan45 | The disappointing performance and technical faults of a purchased D.F.P. car. | ||
| View original record | To C. from R. c. to BJ. c. to HS. ✓ c. to [crossed out] ORIGINAL f.B * RE D.F.P. CAR. X4262 We have today returned to Derby the D.F.P. which was purchased to my instructions. There are a few points… | ||
| Scan46 | Poor-quality chassis, comparing it unfavourably to a Fiat and detailing its defects. | ||
| View original record | (2) result is extremely poor. I should be glad if you will sell this chassis as quickly as possible as at this time of year it would make a better price probably than later on. In conclusion we think… | ||
| Scan47 | Urgent modifications for the Goshawk 11 car (X4219) following a 3700-mile test in France. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 335A (100 T) (S.H. 788. 10-12-20) G. 3947 R. RAMPANT - justifiably so ORIGINAL To Hs. from R. c. to BU. c. to Wor. c. to P. c. to Ol. at WW No. 4. GOSHAWK 11. X4219 ~~X4261~~ Owing to the urgent… | ||
| Scan48 | Poor workmanship regarding car springs, recommending the dismissal of the responsible staff. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 335A (100 T) (S H. 728. 10-12-20) G. 2947 (2) was put under the car. In addition to this fault the boxes were too deep for the springs, and in spite of apparently much tightening and hammering,… | ||
| Scan49 | Drawing Lec 1578, which details an improved commutator design for the Goshawk 11 dynamo. | ||
| View original record | To Sa. from E. c. to Mr. Hor. c. to Hy. c. to Mr. L. ORIGINAL EL/M17.5.22. X.4333 GOSHAWK 11. IMPROVED TYPE COMMUTATOR. We send you herewith drawing No. Lec 1578 showing an improved form of commutator… | ||
| Scan50 | Alternative method of construction for a Goshawk 11 Dynamo commutator. | ||
| View original record | To Ba. from E. c. to Cd. Hor. c. to Hy. HS.✓ c. to Re. E3/M18.5.22. X4333 GOSHAWK 11. DYNAMO. We send herewith drawing No. Lec 1581 shewing an alternative method of construction for the improved… | ||
| Scan51 | Outlining cost-saving modifications to the Goshawk 11 starting shaft cover. | ||
| View original record | To Ba. From E. c. to Cdr. c. to WOP. c. to Hy. c. to HS.✓ Hs ORIGINAL RECEIVED PA/M18.5.22. GOSHAWK 11. STARTING SHAFT COVER. X42050 We send herewith drawing No. Lec 1580 shewing how Mr. Royce wishes… | ||
| Scan52 | Alternative methods for fixing the front dumb iron, comparing riveting and bolting. | ||
| View original record | To Da. from E. c. to Cj. c. to Wer. c. to Hy. c. to Hs. ✓ ORIGINAL Hs RECEIVED MAY 27 1922 GOSHAWK 11. FRONT DUMB IRON. Y4260 With reference to the above, on consideration of the last scheme made, Mr.… | ||
| Scan53 | With a drawing requesting a modification to the Goshawk 11 rear wing stay attachment. | ||
| View original record | Hs Da/EV3/M18.5.22. TO By. from Da/Ev. c. to Hs. GOSHAWK 11. RE REAR WING STAY. Y3730 Re the modified two bolter flange for the rear wing stay attachment to the frame, shewn on N.scheme 1244, Mr.… | ||
| Scan54 | Suggested improvements to the Goshawk II differential. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (100 T) (S.H. 788. 19-12-20) G. 2047 To Hs. from R. c. to CJ. By hr. c. to Hy Ep ORIGINAL R1/M19.5.22. GOSHAWK II. IMPROVED DIFFERENTIAL. X4286 The trouble with the differential crown wheel… | ||
| Scan55 | Failure of Goshawk II dynamo commutators and proposing design improvements. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 255A (1000) TS H. 798. 10-12-20) G. 2047 [Stamp: ORIGINAL] [Stamp: R (in a circle)] To Hs. from R. c. to CJ. c. to EV. c. to HY. c. to EP. c. to FHC. [Handwritten: Seen HS] X 4333 RE GOSHAWK II.… | ||
| Scan56 | Dynamo modifications, including alternative brushes and commutator materials. | ||
| View original record | (2) the cheaper American scheme (with either of the above suggested modifications) which is thoroughly reliable. I think if you adopt this last suggestion, and will fit the dynamo with the Le Carbon… | ||
| Scan57 | Issues with flats on Goshawk 11 rocker rollers and proposing potential solutions. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from R. c. to CJ. By. c. to Av. H. Valves & Fittings GOSHAWK 11. LARGER ROLLERS FOR ROCKERS. V4226 X4229 With reference to the flats on the rollers it has not been clear as to whether these… | ||
| Scan58 | Typed memorandum discussing the practicality of an arrangement involving slack rollers. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (100 T) (S.H. 798. 10-12-20) Q. 3947 ✓ (2) You may find that with such a slack the rollers are always creeping about and can be relied upon to do so, in case we think such an arrangement… | ||
| Scan59 | Potential reasons for the breaking of the Goshawk II steering box. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 225A (100 T) (S.B. 248. 10-12-20) G. 3947 To Hs. from R. c. to ~~CJ.~~ B. c. to ~~EV.~~ BR. [STAMP: ORIGINAL] GOSHAWK II. BREAKING OF STEERING BOX. [Handwritten: X4264] Three reasons for this may… | ||
| Scan60 | Suggestions regarding stress relief and material choice for a component box and steering tube. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 935A (100 T) (S.H. 798. 16-12-20) G. 3947 (2) this means we suggest that the stress from this cause should be removed by carrying the box practically entirely off the engine, which being… | ||
| Scan61 | The wear, design, and adjustment of the Goshawk II brakes. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 925A (100 T) (S.H. 738. 10-12-20) G. 2947 ORIGINAL. To Hs. from R. c. to M. c. to Ol. c. to Hy. c. to EX. GOSHAWK II. WEARING OF BRAKES. X4257 With reference to the wearing of the brakes. To put… | ||
| Scan62 | Goshawk 11 rear brakes, specifically the brake drum damper and mud fling design. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Da. c. to GJ. c. to HJP. c. to Hs. ORIGINAL RE GOSHAWK 11. REAR BRAKES. Y4257 We send herewith N.sch. 1276 shewing the arrangement of brake drum damper and mud fling, which Mr. Royce… | ||
| Scan63 | Modifications to the Goshawk 11 side steering tube as requested by Mr. Royce. | ||
| View original record | ORIGINAL To By. from Da. c. to Gd. c. to Wor. c. to Hs. ✓ Da6/M19.5.22. GOSHAWK 11. SIDE STEERING TUBE. X4265 We send herewith N.sch.1277, showing the modifications which Mr. Royce wishes on the… | ||
| Scan64 | Design and materials for the Goshawk 11 rear number plate and tail lamp. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Da. c. to CJ. c. to Wor. c. to HS. ORIGINAL Dal/M19.5.22. GOSHAWK 11. REAR NUMBER PLATE AND TAIL LAMP. X4152 X4090 We send herewith N.sch. 1278 shewing the tail lamp and number plate at… | ||
| Scan65 | Modifications to the Goshawk II brake lever press button to prevent rattling. | ||
| View original record | To De. from E. c. to CJ. Wor. c. to Hy. Hs. c. to EF. ORIGINAL GOSHAWK II. BRAKE LEVER PRESS BUTTON. X4257 We send you herewith drawing No. LeC 1565 shewing how Mr. Royce would like the brake lever… | ||
| Scan66 | Performance, torque, and hill-climbing capabilities of the Goshawk 11. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 335A (100 T) (S.H. 788. 10-12-20) G. 2947 To Hs. from E. ORIGINAL E3/M20.5.22. GOSHAWK 11. PERFORMANCE. X4219 X4134 In reply to your memo. Hsl/LG17.5.22., we would refer you to our memo. to Mr.… | ||
| Scan67 | Modifications to the Goshawk 11 rear spring rear shackles following a 10,000-mile trial. | ||
| View original record | ORIGINAL To Hy. from Da. c. to CJ. c. to Her. c. to Hs. Da3/M20.5.22. GOSHAWK 11. REAR SPRING REAR SHACKLES. X4261 Replying to your By5/H18.5.22., we have wired to you as you requested. We do not… | ||
| Scan68 | Modification for the Goshawk 11 front shock absorber, superseding a previous one. | ||
| View original record | To Hy. from Da. c. to Er. c. to Wor. c. to Hs. ✓ ORIGINAL Dal/M20.5.22. GOSHAWK 11. FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER. X4329 Please receive N.sch. 1280 shewing a modification to the aluminium base bracket, the… | ||
| Scan69 | Telegram received by telephone inquiring about viewing the latest 'B' pedals and the Goshawk R limousine. | ||
| View original record | TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 10:20 Date: 20-5.22 To: Raypart Dudley By: AH from: West Wittering 9.0 Thinks Mr Royce anxious to see latest B pedals stop when and where can be seen… | ||
| Scan70 | Following up on the location and progress of a Goshawk 11 limousine with modified 'B' pedals for Mr. Royce's inspection. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 525A (100 T) (S.H. 798. 10-12-20) G. 2947 To Hs. from Da/Ev. ORIGINAL Da/Evl/M20.5.22. RE GOSHAWK 11. "B" PEDALS. Y4267 Herewith confirmation of telegram sent to you this morning:- Roycar. Derby.… | ||
| Scan71 | The design of the jaw end for the Goshawk 11 rear brake cables. | ||
| View original record | ORIGINAL To Hy. from Da. c. to AJ. c. to Wer. c. to Hs. ✓ Da2/M20.5.22. GOSHAWK 11. REAR BRAKE CABLES. X4257 We send herewith N. sch. 1281 shewing the type of jaw end to the brake cables which Mr.… | ||
| Scan72 | Driver's seat and steering comfort improvements for Goshawk models. | ||
| View original record | To HJ. from R. c.c. to SJ. LHS. c.c. to AER. Hgr. c.c. to HS.✓ c.c. to Hgr. ORIGINAL RECEIVED R3/22.5.28 X3730 X4264 GOSHAWK - DRIVER'S SEAT - "B" STEERING (COMFORT), ALSO SLIGHT IMPROVEMENTS TO "D"… | ||
| Scan73 | Modifications to seating, frame, and steering for driver comfort and body construction for Goshawks. | ||
| View original record | (2) Failing this the seats and the roof must be raised at least the 1" suggested, or the driver must be inclined or clear-ance made so that he can rest backwards, in which case it may be necessary to… | ||
| Scan74 | Issues with front spring clamping and proposed design improvements. | ||
| View original record | R.K 325A (100 T) (S.H. 798. 10-12-20) G. 3947 ORIGINAL RECEIVED MAY To Hs. from R. c. to Cy. c. to Wor. c. to Hy. c. to Wp. c. to Hy. RE FRONT SPRINGS. (Hs2/LG19.5.22.) X4261 With reference to the… | ||
| Scan75 | Design policy, component strengthening based on testing, and specific arrangements for the Goshawk and 40/50 models. | ||
| View original record | (2) You will remember that it was our policy with any car to start with everything as light as we dared, and by testing experience strengthening those parts only which were found weak. The reason why… | ||
| Scan76 | Complaint about a faulty tyre on a Delage car and a request for a replacement. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 125A (100 T) (S H. 798. 10-12-20) G. 2947 ORIGINAL To Hs. from Da. Dal/M22.5.22. RECEIVED 23 MAY 1922 RE DELAGE TYRES. X4050 One of the tyres on the Delage has gone very badly, and I have sent it… | ||
| Scan77 | Drawing No. LeC 1582 for the Goshawk II dynamo's control brush spring. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 335a (100 T) (S.H. 798. 10-12-20) G. 2947 To Ba from E. c. to CJ c. to Wor c. to By c. to HS. ✓ c. to EFC. c. to EP. ORIGINAL RECEIVED Seen HS EL/M22.5.22. X.4333. GOSHAWK II. DYNAMO. We send you… | ||
| Scan78 | Drawing for a Goshawk 11 commutator built with micanite insulation. | ||
| View original record | To Da. from E. c. to CJ. c. to Wor. c. to By. c. to Hs. c. to EFC. c. to EP. X.4333 ORIGINAL. Hs RECEIVED MAY 22 1922 E3/M22.5.22. Seen HS GOSHAWK 11. COMMUTATOR. We send you herewith drawing No. LeC… | ||
| Scan79 | Alterations to the Goshawk 11 carburetter controls, referencing drawing LeG 1583. | ||
| View original record | To Da. from E. Hs ORIGINAL E2/H22.5.22. c.c. to WH. c.c. to WOR. c.c. to HY. c.c. to HS. c.c. to [illegible] RECEIVED JUN 3 1922 GOSHAWK 11. CARBURETTER CONTROLS. X.4228 / X.4239 We send you herewith… | ||
| Scan80 | Testing parameters for the Goshawk chassis, balancing rigorous testing with reasonable care and avoiding neglect. | ||
| View original record | R.R 935A (100 T) (S L) 798. (10-12-20) G. 2947 Policy for continental testing / 6 of To Hs. & EP. from R. c. to CJ. c. to Wom. c. to PN. c. to Hy. RECEIVED 25 MAY 1922 ORIGINAL (CHix) or R… | ||
| Scan81 | Car inspection procedures, production limitations for the Goshawk model, and managing expectations for component wear. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (100 T) (S H. 792. 10-12-30) G. 2947 (2) Moreover the inspection should be such that the car would not continually run on with slack spring shackles, it being well known and clearly… | ||
| Scan82 | From E. to By. discussing Mr. Royce's proposals for addressing oil leaks on Goshawk valve gear covers. | ||
| View original record | To By. from E. c. to PJ. [Strikethrough] c. to Hor. [Strikethrough] c. to Hs. [Checkmark] c. to Ht. [Strikethrough] 6 ORIGINAL HS RECEIVED MAY 24 1922 _2 E2/M23.5.22. X4220 X3108 GOSHAWK. OIL LEAK… | ||
| Scan83 | The overheating failure of the Goshawk 11 commutator and potential insulation solutions. | ||
| View original record | To Hy. from E. c. to G.I. c. to Wor. c. to Wmg. c. to Hs. ORIGINAL REC'D MAY 24 1922 Seen HS X. 4353. GOSHAWK 11. COMMUTATOR. X. 4333. In reply to your Hy15/M18.5.22., the points raised by you have… | ||
| Scan84 | Potential modifications and tests for a Goshawk carburettor. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (100 T) (S.H. 798. 10-12-20) G. 2947 ORIGINAL To Hs. from R. c. to EJ. c. to Wcr. c. to By. c. to Tp. c. to Hy. Hs MAY 24 1922 REC'D GOSHAWK 11A CARBURETTER. X4228 AIR VALVE. (1) The larger… | ||
| Scan85 | Design alteration request from Mr. Royce for the commutator of the Goshawk 11 electric motor. | ||
| View original record | To Da. from E. [STAMP: RECD MAY 24 1922] c. to GJr c. to Wax. c. to Hy. c. to HS. c. to WRO c. to ORIGINAL ES/M23.5.22. [Handwritten: X 4333 (crossed out)] [Handwritten: X 4069] GOSHAWK 11. ELECTRIC… | ||
| Scan86 | Commutator overheating failures on the Goshawk 11 and proposing further tests on insulating materials. | ||
| View original record | To By. from E. c. to Sck. c. to Wor. c. to EFO.✓ c. to He. c. to Fr. ORIGINAL RECEIVED MAY 24 1922 X1109 X 4333 GOSHAWK 11. COMMUTATOR. In reply to your Hy15/M18.5.22., the points rais-ed by you have… | ||
| Scan87 | Mr. Royce's suggestion for an adjustment to the Goshawk 11 battery ignition HT moulding. | ||
| View original record | To Hy. from E. c. to GDT. c. to Dor. c. to HS. ✓ c. to RWH. c. to PF- ORIGINAL Hs MAY 24 1922 REC'VED Seen HS E4/M23.5.22. X 43 57. GOSHAWK 11. BATTERY IGNITION. With reference to the trouble due to… | ||
| Scan88 | Instructions to alter the design of the Goshawk 11 starter motor commutator. | ||
| View original record | W Hs Y4069 EB/M23.5.22. To Ba. from MAY 24 1922 c. to Sdr. c. to Wor. c. to Hiv. c. to Ha. REC c. to EFC. REC X 4333 X4069 GOSHAWK 11. ELECTRIC MOTOR. We send you herewith drawing No. Lec 1585 showing… | ||
| Scan89 | Modifying the Goshawk engine's rear oil retaining cover using longer bolts. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (100 T) (S.H. 798. 10-12-20) G. 3947 To Hs. from R. c. to EJ. c. to Wor. c. to BV. c. to EP. STAMP: ORIGINAL STAMP: RECEIVED MAY 25 1922 R2/M23.5.22. RE GOSHAWK - OIL RETAINING AT BACK OF… | ||
| Scan90 | Cracked cylinder head on a Goshawk engine and proposing improvements to the fan drive for better cooling. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 335a. (100 T) (S.H. 728. 10-12-20) G. 3947 To Hs. from R. c. to CJ. Wor. c. to EV. EP. Hs MAY 25 1922 ORIGINAL RECEIVED R1/M24.5.22. GOSHAWK - CRACKED CYLINDER HEAD. X4225 XL4240 We cannot expect… | ||
| Scan91 | Water boiling issues caused by inefficient fan driving due to the rapid stretching of new belts. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (100 T) (S.H. 728. 10-12-20) G. 2047 (2) I think however that in all cases it is agreed that the water boiling can always be traced to the inefficient driv-ing of the fan caused by the rapid… | ||
| Scan92 | Proposed experiments for the engine's fan, belt, and radiator cooling system. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (100 T) (S.H. 728. 10-12-30) G. 3947 (3) that it will be necessary to watch that the fan belt is not slack. Even if done automatically with a spring adjustment it would get to the end of… | ||
| Scan93 | Drawing for fitting three exit pipes between pairs of cylinders. | ||
| View original record | (4) Mr. Elliott is arranging to send you a drawing XX by which you can drill and fit 3 exit pipes between the pairs of cylinders instead of the one only at the end. R. | ||
| Scan94 | Drawing for a Goshawk crankchamber alteration to prevent oil leaks. | ||
| View original record | To By. from R. c. to Ger. c. to Sw. c. to Hs. c. to Hives ORIGINAL RECEIVED Hs MAY 25 1922 R2/M24.5.22. RE GOSHAWK CRANKCHAMBER. X4220 E. is sending to By. a drawing shewing 2 long bolts passing… | ||
| Scan95 | Lucas Generator trouble due to melting solder on the commutator and a suggestion to improve ventilation. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 198 (500 H) (SD. 298. 15.8.17) M.P. 376549. To R. from Hs. C. to C.J. C. to E. C. to Da. C. to EY. Handwritten Note Top: Why not Ventilate the dynamo to prevent it. overheating & throwing solder… | ||
| Scan96 | Telegram received by telephone with instructions for an engine and radiator test rig. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 144A (100B.) SE 867. 9.7.18 MP 193871 ROLLS-ROYCE, LIMITED. ORIGINAL TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. RECEIVED Time Received: 3.25 Date: 24.3.22 To: Roycar Derby By: DNB from: Chichester 2.29… | ||
| Scan97 | Telegram received by telephone from Royce with instructions for engine testing. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 144A (100B.) SE 867. 9.7.18 MP 193871 ROLLS-ROYCE, LIMITED. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received ____ Date ____ To ____ By ____ from ____ water by larger radiator tank for delivery pipe… | ||
| Scan98 | Statement defending against criticisms of the Goshawk model's chauffeur steering, citing issues with the coachbuilder's work. | ||
| View original record | To BJ. from R. c. to OJ. IHS. c. to Wor. BY. c. to HS. EP. c. to B. PN. c. to O. ORIGINAL. R1/M25.5.22. Hs MAY 29 1922 "B" GOSHAWK - CHAUFFEUR STEERING. X3730 RECEIVED X4263 The following is a… | ||
| Scan99 | On modifications to seating and pedals for the Goshawk and 40/50 'B' type vehicles, referencing schedule N.sch. 1287. | ||
| View original record | (2) (6) This was our responsibility, caused by an endeavour to obtain simplicity. (7) The various modifications now arranged and agreed upon, have not yet been embodied in any available "B" steering… | ||
| Scan100 | Two proposals for fitting a pad to the Goshawk II rear axle to receive a tie rod. | ||
| View original record | ORIGINAL To Ry. from Da. c.c. to CJ Wor. Hs. ✓ Da1/M25.5.28. RE GOSHAWK II. REAR AXLE. X4256 We send herewith N.sch. 1283 showing two proposals for fitting a pad to the lower part of the axle centre… | ||
| Scan101 | Two design proposals for the Goshawk front cross member, one strengthened and one a drop forging. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Da. c. to Cd. c. to Wer. c. to Hs. [STAMP: ORIGINAL] [STAMP: HS] [STAMP: REC'D MAY 29 1922] Da7/M25.5.22. GOSHAWK - RE FRONT CROSS MEMBER. X4537 We send herewith N.sch. 1288 showing the… | ||
| Scan102 | Proposed stop for the Goshawk rear spring shackle to prevent axle movement upon spring failure. | ||
| View original record | ORIGINAL To By. from Da. Da8/M25.5.22. c. to Gj. c. to Wex. c. to Hs. ✓ 6 GOSHAWK - REAR SHACKLE OF REAR SPRING. Y4261 We send herewith N.sch. 1289 showing a stop for preventing the axle pushing back… | ||
| Scan103 | Modifications for attaching springs to the Goshawk II front axle. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Da. c. to Ed. Wer. Hs. ✓ ORIGINAL GOSHAWK 11. FRONT AXLE. X4263 We send you herewith N.sch. 1285 showing the method of attaching the springs to the front axle, which Mr. Royce prefers as a… | ||
| Scan104 | Revisions to the Goshawk 11 shock absorbers, as per Mr. Royce's wishes. | ||
| View original record | To By: from Da. c. to CU. c. to WOP. c. to HS. ✔ ORIGINAL Da2/M25.5.22. GOSHAWK 11. SHOCK ABSORBERS. X4329 We send you herewith N.sch. 1284 shewing the revised connecting rod for the front shock… | ||
| Scan105 | Water boiling issues in the Goshawk engine's cooling system due to an ineffective fan or drive. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 325A (100 T) (S.H. 798. 10-12-20) G. 2947 ORIGINAL. To Hs. from R. c. to SJ. Wor. c. to Rg. Ry c. to HF. Hy R1/M26. 5. 22. RE GOSHAWK - WATER COOLING SYSTEM. X766 X4240 (1) The reason for the… | ||
| Scan106 | Improving the radiator and cooling system to prevent water loss from steam priming on the Goshawk model. | ||
| View original record | (2) (8) In the system as arranged we rather expect that on the water boiling a quantity of steam will accumulate in the head, and push out of the radiator a volume of water only. This is what we term… | ||
| Scan107 | Design improvements and repair procedures for the Goshawk front cross member. | ||
| View original record | To Hy. from R. c. to GJ. Wer. c. to Hs. MR. c. to Hy. ORIGINAL. R2/M26.5.22. GOSHAWK - FRONT CROSS MEMBER. X4537 We have sent a design in which the flange, still made from a pressing, is increased in… | ||
| Scan108 | Requested modification and investigation for the Goshawk rear shock absorber. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Da. c. to GJ. c. to Her. c. to Hs. ORIGINAL GOSHAWK - REAR SHOCK ABSORBER. +4329 Please receive N.sch. 1290 shewing a slight modification to the lie of the shock absorber lever and… | ||
| Scan109 | The lubrication issues and testing of the 5-Goshawk-11 car, comparing it to other Goshawk models and the 40/50. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten notes: P.hng clearly demon. his fund. leg of regular service, forced on Hy by inconclusive from. * 2 To R. From Hs. c. to CJ. c. to E. c. to Da. c. to EP. c. to BY. c. to Hy. ORIGINAL S… | ||
| Scan110 | Report explaining why wear information on a 5-Goshawk-ll car was considered worthless due to lack of lubrication. | ||
| View original record | contd:- -2- In our report on the condition of 5-Goshawk-ll car, we particularly averaged the results of that car with the running of the other Goshawk cars because we realised that owing to the parts… | ||
| Scan111 | Design improvements for the Goshawk 11 distribution board cover and specifications for fuse wire. | ||
| View original record | TO Ry. from E. c. to SJ. Wor. c. to HE. EPU. ✓ c. to EP. X.4410 X 2515 [STAMP: ORIGINAL RECEIVED MAY 11] GOSHAWK 11. DISTRIBUTION BOARD. On consideration of the cover of the distribution board Mr.… | ||
| Scan112 | Modifications to the field connections and brush holder insulation for the Goshawk 11 dynamo. | ||
| View original record | To -Hy. from E. c. to CJ. c. to Hor. c. to Hs. c. to EPC. ✓ c. to Mr. STAMP: ORIGINAL RECEIVED E1/M27.5.22. X.4253. GOSHAWK 11. DYNAMO. X 4333. In reply to your memo. concerning the field connections… | ||
| Scan113 | Design change to the parallel front dumb iron fixing for the Goshawk. | ||
| View original record | To Da. from E. c. to Ed. c. to Her. c. to By. c. to Hs.✓ ORIGINAL. GOSHAWK 11. X4260 PARALLEL FRONT DUMB IRON FIXING. We send you herewith drawing No. Lec 1528 shewing the above. In this design the… | ||
| Scan114 | Carburetion schemes for Goshawk I and II engines, with sketches of proposed inlet manifold designs. | ||
| View original record | X3548 To Hs. from R. c. to CJ. GOSHAWK II RE. CARBURATION X.4305. X.4228. R2/M28.7.22. 554 X3548 With reference to carburation the suggestion on LeC.1350 has been supplanted by a scheme similar to… | ||
| Scan115 | Goshawk vehicle run to Deal, detailing performance observations and issues. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 255A (100 T) (S.H. 78S. 10-12-x0) G. 3947 To Hs. from, R. c. to OJ. c. to Wor. c. to Hv. c. to Hp. c. to Hy. STAMP: 2 JUN 1922 RECE ORIGINAL R1/M30.5.22. RE GOSHAWK RUN TO DEAL. X4219 SATURDAY &… | ||
| Scan116 | Engine component issues including a defective cylinder, valve scaling, and ignition plug performance. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235a (100 T) (S.H. 738. 10-12-20) C. 2947 (2) (since done) made to the defective cylinder, which suggests removal of the head for regrinding. This valve like many others might have been damaged… | ||
| Scan117 | Confirming receipt of an 880 x 120 mm cover and awaiting an update from Dunlop on another. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235B (100 T) (S.H. 798. 10-12-20) G. 2948 ORIGINAL To Hs. from Da. Dal/M30.5.22. X4050 Thank you very much for sending the 880 x 120 mm. cover, which arrived on Friday last, and which is quite… | ||
| Scan118 | Design and implementation of a larger fan for the Goshawk 11 model. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. from E. c. to [struck through] c. to Hde. c. to Hy. c. to Hs. ✓ c. to Ep. ORIGINAL E3/430.5.22. Hs RECEIVED JUN 1 1922 X4237 GOSHAWK 11. LARGER FAN. We send you herewith drawing No. Lec 1577… | ||
| Scan119 | Goshawk II water outlet pipe design with three connections, referencing drawing LoC 1592. | ||
| View original record | To Da. from E. c. to CJ. c. to Ger. c. to Ay. c. to Hs.✓ c. to sp. Hs 1922 ES/1430.5.22. ORIGINAL RECEIVED GOSHAWK II. OUTLET PIPE WITH 3 CONNECTIONS. X4225 X4226 We send you herewith drawing No. LoC… | ||
| Scan120 | Drawing No. LeC 1591 for a new pair of gears to alter the second speed ratio for the Goshawk II gearbox. | ||
| View original record | To Hy. from E. c. to Od. c. to Wor. c. to Hs. ✓ c. to Sp. ORIGINAL RECEIVED GOSHAWK 11. GEARBOX. X4247 We send you herewith drawing No. LeC 1591, showing a new pair of gears for altering the ratio of… | ||
| Scan121 | Approval of a blueprint for a Goshawk clutch spring and requesting three be sent. | ||
| View original record | To By. from E. c. to CJ. c. to Wor. c. to Hs. ✓ c. to EP. ORIGINAL E1/M30.5.22. Hs JUN 1 1922 GOSHAWK CLUTCH. X4244 We duly received blue print of G50468 shewing clutch spring of 120. lbs. load.… | ||
| Scan122 | Experimental solutions to prevent oil leaking from the Goshawk steering gear column. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Da. ORIGINAL DA3/M31. 5. 5. 22. c. to Cdr. c. to Hor. c. to Hs.✓ GOSHAWK - STEERING GEAR. Y4264 With reference to the question of preventing the oil leaking from the bottom of the steering… | ||
| Scan123 | Observed movement in the crankcase on its tubular fixing after a 10,000-mile test, questioning the design and proposing an alternative. | ||
| View original record | E. from Hs. ORIGINAL. Hs7/LG11.5.22. ENGINE FIXING. Y4220 X3535 On the car which has completed 10,000 miles in France we noticed that there are signs of the Crankcase having figeted about on the… | ||
| Scan124 | Failure of front springs on the Goshawk model during a 10,000-mile test. | ||
| View original record | ORIGINAL. To Da. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to BY. c. to H. Hs1/LG13.5.22. FRONT SPRINGS ON GOSHAWK. V4261 We have found on examination that the top leaf on the front N.S. spring on S-Goshawk-11 has… | ||
| Scan125 | Comparison of the Goshawk and 40/50 car models regarding power, performance and hill climbing. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 199 (500 H) (SD. 296. 15.3.17) M.P. 176549. E. from Hs. ORIGINAL. Hsl/LG17.5.22. COMPARISON OF GOSHAWK. X2565 X4134 We are always getting criticisms as regards power at low speeds on Goshawk-11.… | ||
| Scan126 | Telegram about the availability of six Goshawk cylinder heads for Paris. | ||
| View original record | Roycar Derby Angleterre Hives six goshawk can be at paris June first if new cylinder head satisfactory send definite instructions Haldenby | ||
| Scan127 | Car 69II's mileage and condition, with a request for spare parts. | ||
| View original record | ORIGINAL 21 Hotel de l'Ouest Laval To H from H, 69II May 29. 1922 X486 This car has run as follows. On May 27th 353 miles " 28th 357 " Previous mileage 8540 " Total mileage to May 28th 9250 " The car… | ||
| Scan128 | Road tests concerning a loose rod, brake squeaking, and excessive oil consumption issues. | ||
| View original record | 2/ the rod and will notice if it works loose again now it has bedded itself in. I wrote to Wallis at Pargo asking him to bring a 40/50 to try over the same road as the Goshawk to compare the general… | ||
| Scan129 | Report discussing Goshawk engine oil consumption, potential necessary repairs, and observations on tyre wear in different weather conditions. | ||
| View original record | 3 23 The general leaks about the engine are no worse than on some other Goshawks. I feel sure that this engine has been using too much oil from its birth as it is very unlikely that something should… | ||
| Scan130 | Tyre wear, a 10,000-mile test on chassis 69H, and a proposal for a 20,000-mile test on chassis 59H to test improved components. | ||
| View original record | 4 24 worn away. This may be the reason for many French drivers still using steel studded leather treaded tyres. It is just possible that they get better results on dry gritty roads with the leather &… | ||
| Scan131 | Comparative test measuring the velocity of air passing through the radiators on the 40/50 and Goshawk II engines. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to E. c. to Da. c. to By. c. to EP. c. to Hy. (Laval). RE GOSHAWK II. COOLING Handwritten notes: X1757 X3456 X3438 X3472 X766 X4240 X4237 X423 We have made a comparative… | ||
| Scan132 | Tests conducted on the Goshawk engine's cooling system to reduce water loss, with comparisons to the 40/50 model. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- Hsl/T30.5.22. different fans, some designed by outside specialists in this class of work, but we found that none of them gave as good results as the type we use on the 40/50. We have also… | ||
| Scan133 | Comparison of overheating effects and warning signs between the 40/50 and Goshawk engines. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -3- Hsl/T30.5.22. In one way we may be fortunate in the 40/50, inasmuch that even if the car is run without water we do not crack cylinders, There have been any number of cases where the cars… | ||
| Scan134 | Cooling tests conducted on the Goshawk II engine, detailing water loss at full power with boiling coolant. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c. to GJ. c. to S. c. to Da. c. to HY. c. to Hy. (Laval). ORIGINAL Hsd/TSL.5.22. One for x1751 " " + x766. x1751 / x766 x4240 RE. GOSHAWK II -- COOLING. We have taken further tests on… | ||
| Scan135 | Note on the performance of the Goshawk engine during a boiling test. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- He4/TSI.6.28. on the Goshawk. The fact that we can run boiling at 2100 revs. for half an hour without any harm or without loss of power is all we can expect. Ha. | ||
| Scan136 | The issues of creaking with Rudge-Whitworth wire wheels, comparing them to Dunlop wheels. | ||
| View original record | R. from Hs. C. C. C. J. C. E. C. Ba. C. By. C. McL. ORIGINAL. Hal/T315. 22. GOSHAWK RUDGE-WHITWORTH WHEELS. V3599 7-Gos.II is running in France fitted with Rudge-Whitworth wire wheels. Before the car… | ||