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From the Rolls-Royce experimental archive: a quarter of a million communications from Rolls-Royce, 1906 to 1960's. Documents from the Sir Henry Royce Memorial Foundation (SHRMF).
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Letter from S. Wolf & Co. Ltd. (Solex) regarding a requested catalogue for their carburettor.20th Feb 1922Box 121 \ 2  scan0001
Letter from S. Wolf & Co Ltd proposing a 35m/m Horizontal Solex Carburettor for a three-litre engine.6th Mar 1922Box 121 \ 2  scan0002
Letter from S. Wolf & Co Ltd regarding sending a drawing for a suitable 'Solex' carburettor.1st Mar 1922Box 121 \ 2  scan0003
Letter from Solex Ltd. to Colonel Fell enquiring about the possibility of testing their 'Solex' carburettors at Derby.31th Mar 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0004
Letter addressed to Colonel Fell regarding the principles and benefits of the 'Solex' carburettor.31th Mar 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0005
Page 2 of a letter addressed to Colonel Fell, D.S.C., discussing a test and arranging a meeting in Derby.31th Mar 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0006
Forwarding an offer from the Solex Company to loan a carburettor for testing, with a warning about exaggerated claims.3rd Apr 1923Box 121 \ 2  scan0007
Letter to L. Mantell of Solex Ltd., acknowledging his correspondence and advising it has been passed to Mr. Royce.3rd Apr 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0008
Letter from Solex Ltd. to Colonel Fell regarding a business matter and his assistance.10th Apr 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0009
Offer from Solex to provide a set of their carburettors for testing.26th Apr 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0010
Offer from Solex to provide a set of their carburetters for testing.28th Apr 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0011
Letter to Solex Ltd. expressing interest in testing their carburetter on a 40/50 HP engine and providing its specifications.3rd May 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0012
Letter from Solex Ltd. discussing their carburettor capabilities and proposing a demonstration.5th May 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0013
Letter from Solex Ltd. to Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd. regarding a demonstration of an instrument.5th May 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0014
Letter to Solex Ltd. regarding arranging a convenient day for a visit.7th May 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0015
Letter from Solex Ltd. concerning suggestions for exhaust and induction pipe design for a 40/50 HP car.11th May 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0016
Page 2 of a letter from Solex Ltd. discussing a carburettor and arranging a road and bench test.11th May 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0017
Letter to Messrs. Solex Ltd. enclosing blueprints for the Phantom and 20 HP. Cylinder head.12th May 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0018
Letter from Solex Ltd. regarding Blue Prints of the Phantom and 20 HP Cylinder Head.15th May 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0019
Letter from Solex Ltd. discussing the preliminary testing of their carburettors on the 20 HP and Phantom engines.5th Jun 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0020
Letter from Solex Ltd. discussing bench tests, road tests, and engine characteristics.5th Jun 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0021
Letter from the Experimental Department to Solex Ltd. arranging a test for a 20 HP engine unit.7th Jun 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0022
Letter from Solex Ltd. arranging a test with a Solex Carburettor on a 20 HP engine unit.8th Jun 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0023
Letter from carburettor manufacturer Solex Ltd. confirming comparative bench tests against a factory model on a 20 HP engine and proposing a road test.14th Jun 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0024
The second and final page of a letter from Solex Ltd.14th Jun 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0025
Letter from Solex Ltd. regarding carburettor bench tests and a proposed road test.19th Jun 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0026
Performance report on a Solex carburetter fitted to a 20 HP car, detailing issues with slow running and throttle response.21th Jun 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0027
Letter from Solex Ltd. discussing carburettor performance on bench vs. road tests.25th Jun 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0028
Letter from Solex Ltd. discussing carburettor performance, the difference between road and bench tuning, and postponing a visit.25th Jun 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0029
Letter from Solex Ltd. regarding a carburettor ready for road testing on a 20 HP car.9th Jul 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0030
Letter to Solex Ltd. urging them to complete their tests on a car and confirming a telegram was sent.10th Jul 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0031
Post Office telegram concerning the arrival of Mantell for a meeting with Mr Hives.10th Jul 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0032
Letter from Solex Ltd. to Rolls Royce Ltd. confirming the visit of their Mr. Mantell for tests.11th Jul 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0033
Letter from Solex Ltd. regarding carburettor tests and drawings for an induction system on a 40/50 hp engine.16th Aug 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0034
Letter to Solex Ltd. arranging a meeting with Mr. Mantell and their Research Department.17th Aug 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0035
Letter from Solex Ltd. arranging a visit to the works by their Chief of Research.18th Aug 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0036
Letter to Solex Ltd. arranging a meeting for the coming Wednesday.20th Aug 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0037
Letter from Solex Ltd. regarding an induction pipe drawing and a new carburettor design for a 40 HP engine.8th Sep 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0038
Letter to The Solex Works asking for an expected completion date for carburettors.17th Oct 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0039
Confirming the need to finish Solex induction pipes in order to test their carburetters.17th Oct 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0040
Letter from carburettor manufacturer Solex Ltd. acknowledging receipt of an order.18th Oct 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0041
Letter to Solex Ltd. chasing the delivery of carburettors for a 40/50 HP car.24th Oct 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0042
Letter from Solex Ltd. regarding a delay in the delivery of carburettors promised for testing.25th Oct 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0043
Letter from Solex Ltd. regarding a special carburettor for the Phantom engine and arrangements for bench testing.29th Oct 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0044
Letter from Solex Ltd. concerning a special jet system.29th Oct 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0045
Letter to The Solex Carb. Co. Ltd. requesting carburettors for an engine test run.2nd Nov 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0046
Letter from Solex Ltd. regarding a mishap and delay in dispatching a special Dual Carburettor for testing.3rd Nov 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0047
Letter from Solex Ltd. assuring their best attention.3rd Nov 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0048
Letter from Solex Ltd. regarding the dispatch of four special choke tubes.7th Nov 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0049
Letter to The Solex Co. Ltd. confirming readiness of an engine and induction pipe for testing.9th Nov 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0050
Letter from Solex Ltd. acknowledging a previous letter and arranging a meeting for the following week.10th Nov 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0051
Letter to Solex Carburetter Co. Ltd. outlining issues found during engine testing with their carburetters.12th Nov 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0052
Letter from Solex Ltd. regarding the supply of parts for a Phantom engine bench test.17th Nov 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0053
Letter from Solex Ltd. acknowledging a telegram postponing carburettor tests and awaiting a new date.22th Nov 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0054
Letter to Solex Ltd. about postponing carburetter tests and scheduling a visit for Mr. Mantell.23th Nov 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0055
Letter from Solex Ltd. acknowledging receipt of a letter and awaiting a telegram.24th Nov 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0056
Letter to Solex Ltd. arranging for Mr. Mantell to observe carburetter tests on a car.26th Nov 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0057
Letter from Solex Ltd. arranging to assist the Experimental Department with carburettor road tests.27th Nov 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0058
Letter to Solex Ltd. advising they are ready for Mr. Mantell to attend carburetter tests.28th Nov 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0059
Letter from Solex Ltd. concerning carburettor testing and performance improvements.5th Dec 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0060
Letter from Solex Ltd. regarding a special jet system and throttle curve tests.5th Dec 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0061
Letter to Solex Ltd. inviting Mr. Mantell to attend carburetter tests.28th Nov 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0062
Letter from Solex Ltd. proposing to send a foreman to test a new jet system from their Paris Research Department.10th Dec 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0063
Letter to Messrs. Solex Ltd. concerning the delay of a car test until after Christmas.11th Dec 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0064
Letter from Solex Ltd. arranging a road test for after Christmas, suggesting the 7th of the next month.12th Dec 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0065
The second page of a typed letter from Solex Ltd.12th Dec 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0066
Letter from Solex Ltd. arranging a meeting with their French Engineer for the 7th of the next month.18th Dec 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0067
Letter to Solex Ltd. arranging to fit a carburetter and induction pipes to a car for testing.19th Dec 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0068
Letter from Solex Ltd. arranging a road test for a Solex carburettor on a new Phantom engine.20th Dec 1928Box 121 \ 2  scan0069
Letter to Solex Ltd. regarding performance and consumption tests of their double-throat carburetter on a 40/50 HP engine.5th Jan 1929Box 121 \ 2  scan0070
Letter discussing carburetter modifications to address high petrol consumption.30th Jan 1929Box 121 \ 2  scan0071
Graph of power curves for a Phantom engine with a Solex twin carburetter, comparing different choke sizes.30th Jan 1929Box 121 \ 2  scan0072
Letter from Solex discussing carburettor tests and requested modifications for a 40/50 HP Phantom.11th Jan 1929Box 121 \ 2  scan0073
Letter from Solex Ltd. concerning carburettor modifications and comparative test readings.11th Jan 1929Box 121 \ 2  scan0074
Letter from Solex Ltd. requesting specific comparative speed, acceleration, and consumption tests for different carburettor choke settings.19th Jan 1929Box 121 \ 2  scan0075
Letter discussing carburettor tests, focusing on the effects of centrifugal force on the float chamber during cornering.19th Jan 1929Box 121 \ 2  scan0076
The concluding page of a letter from Solex Ltd.19th Jan 1929Box 121 \ 2  scan0077
Comparing expanding carburetters with static types from Solex, Stromberg and Zenith, with a view to developing the Phantom carb.23th Jan 1929Box 121 \ 2  scan0078
Continued analysis of the advantages and disadvantages of a carburettor type, this being page 2.23th Jan 1929Box 121 \ 2  scan0079
Carburettor performance issues, including a diagram illustrating fuel delivery at small throttle openings.23th Jan 1929Box 121 \ 2  scan0080
Page describing engine stalling from sudden throttle opening and fuel supply issues, comparing car and aero engines.23th Jan 1929Box 121 \ 2  scan0081
The operation of the Phantom carburetter, focusing on its low-speed and acceleration performance.23th Jan 1929Box 121 \ 2  scan0082
Carburettor performance, comparing static types like the Twin Solex on the Phantom with other models.23th Jan 1929Box 121 \ 2  scan0083
Proposed carburettor design with a low speed choke and diffuser jets.23th Jan 1929Box 121 \ 2  scan0084
Page explaining carburetter depression and operation, with two illustrative diagrams.23th Jan 1929Box 121 \ 2  scan0085
Carburetter design, including butterfly valves, suction pistons, and performance advantages.23th Jan 1929Box 121 \ 2  scan0086
Carburetter design principles, specifically atomisation and acceleration.6th Feb 1929Box 121 \ 2  scan0087
Letter from Solex Ltd. regarding modifications to a 34 m/m Choke Tube to address noise and improve performance.6th Feb 1929Box 121 \ 2  scan0088
Concluding page of a letter from Solex Ltd. regarding parts readiness.6th Feb 1929Box 121 \ 2  scan0089
Successful trial of a Solex carburetter on a Phantom model.2nd Feb 1929Box 121 \ 2  scan0090
Solex carburetter tests conducted on a Phantom model.7th Feb 1929Box 121 \ 2  scan0091
Comparison of engine performance using different carburettor and induction systems.7th Feb 1929Box 121 \ 2  scan0092
Carburettor choke sizes and their impact on low-speed performance and torque.7th Feb 1929Box 121 \ 2  scan0093
Analysis of induction systems and carburettors, comparing fuel distribution and performance on various engines.7th Feb 1929Box 121 \ 2  scan0094
Advantages of the SS expanding carburettor and suggesting further development and comparative road tests.7th Feb 1929Box 121 \ 2  scan0095
General performance report on the Solex double choke carburetter fitted to a 12-EX chassis.7th Feb 1929Box 121 \ 2  scan0096
Comparative test report on the performance of a Rolls Royce carburetter versus a Solex carburetter.7th Feb 1929Box 121 \ 2  scan0097
Comparison of R.R. and Solex carburettor performance during hill climb tests.7th Feb 1929Box 121 \ 2  scan0098
Comparative petrol consumption tests between a standard R.R. and a Solex carburettor.5th Feb 1929Box 121 \ 2  scan0099
Graph comparing the acceleration performance of a Phantom (12EX) with a Solex and an RR carburetter.5th Feb 1929Box 121 \ 2  scan0100


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