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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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Radiator design improvements for 45 HP and 25 HP models, focusing on material changes and new features.22th May 1931Box 131 \ 1  scan0011
Radiator designs and overheating complaints, comparing large and small hexagonal tubes.27th May 1931Box 131 \ 1  scan0012
Solutions to customer complaints about overheating, focusing on radiator design and tube size.28th May 1931Box 131 \ 1  scan0013
Risk of overheating and water boiling in radiators and potential modifications.5th Jun 1931Box 131 \ 1  scan0014
Standardisation of a hexagon USA tube and modifications to bonnet openings to improve safety and reduce weight.5th Jun 1931Box 131 \ 1  scan0015
Overheating issue on a L.H. Phantom II model, related to a misunderstanding about bonnet shutters.17th Aug 1931Box 131 \ 1  scan0016
Letter from Rolls-Royce of America concerning overheating issues with L.H. Phantom II cars during hot weather.5th Aug 1931Box 131 \ 1  scan0017
Overheating issues and potential cooling improvements for L.H. Phantom II cars in the U.S.A.21th Aug 1931Box 131 \ 1  scan0018
Overheating problems experienced with 40/50's models, particularly during climbs and in hot weather.1st Sep 1931Box 131 \ 1  scan0019
Persistent water boiling issues in the 20/25 and 25-EX car models.1st Sep 1931Box 131 \ 1  scan0020
Experimental work on improving car cooling systems by modifying radiator tubes.2nd Sep 1931Box 131 \ 1  scan0021
Engine boiling issues and potential improvements to the cooling system tubes.1st Sep 1931Box 131 \ 1  scan0022
Phantom II cooling tests, specifically analyzing air temperature rise through the radiator and bonnet ventilation.7th Sep 1931Box 131 \ 1  scan0023
Graph plotting the rise in air temperature through a radiator matrix against road speed for chassis 19 EX.16th Sep 1931Box 131 \ 1  scan0024
Graphs comparing under-bonnet air pressure for plain versus louvered bonnets at various road speeds and gears.16th Sep 1931Box 131 \ 1  scan0025
P.2 cooling tests, concerning air pressure under a bonnet fitted with flip-flap shutters.19th Sep 1931Box 131 \ 1  scan0026
Set of graphs showing air pressure under the bonnet at various road speeds for Chassis 20 EX.18th Sep 1931Box 131 \ 1  scan0027
Phantom II cooling tests comparing different hexagonal matrix radiator tubes and the effects of ventilation.30th Sep 1931Box 131 \ 1  scan0028
High air temperatures recorded under the floorboards near the pedals, emphasising the need for improved ventilation.1st Sep 1931Box 131 \ 1  scan0029
Graph from cooling tests comparing air temperature rise across the radiator and to the floorboards, with the bonnet on versus off.23th Sep 1931Box 131 \ 1  scan0030
Graph comparing air temperature rise during cooling tests with the bonnet on and off.23th Sep 1931Box 131 \ 1  scan0031
Effectiveness of bonnet shutters versus louvres for engine cooling.1st Oct 1931Box 131 \ 1  scan0032
Engine overheating case caused by blocked water passages in the cylinder block.5th Oct 1931Box 131 \ 1  scan0033
Technical note on engine over-heating at slow speeds due to excessive water pump rotor clearance.1st Dec 1931Box 131 \ 1  scan0034
On a car's water overheating issue, tracing it to excessive clearance in the water pump and proposing new limits.31th Dec 1931Box 131 \ 1  scan0035
Proposed water pump modifications for the 20/25 engine to address a boiling issue.11th Jan 1932Box 131 \ 1  scan0036
How to respond to a customer's concern about engine boiling in a Phantom II car.19th Feb 1932Box 131 \ 1  scan0037
Phantom II overheating issue, recommending the latest radiator and a louvered bonnet for a car allotted to Baron von Boecklin.20th Feb 1932Box 131 \ 1  scan0038
Letter discussing a customer's overheating car in Jamaica and a proposal to fit an experimental radiator.19th Oct 1932Box 131 \ 1  scan0039
Follow-up letter requesting a reply and a cost estimate for changing radiators.26th Oct 1932Box 131 \ 1  scan0040
Overheating complaints and recommending the use of Harrison type radiator matrices as a solution.26th Oct 1932Box 131 \ 1  scan0041
Letter from Sèvres to Derby regarding a customer complaint about overheating in chassis 116-GN.18th Oct 1932Box 131 \ 1  scan0042
Confirming that the subject of 'Overheating Troubles' will be put on the agenda for an upcoming conference.27th Oct 1932Box 131 \ 1  scan0043
Solutions for high oil temperature in the Peregrine engine, suggesting sump modifications and extra cooling.7th Nov 1932Box 131 \ 1  scan0044
Anticipated availability of a radiator for Baron de la Graviere.12th Nov 1932Box 131 \ 1  scan0045
High oil temperature in the Peregrine engine and proposed low-cost cooling solutions.9th Dec 1932Box 131 \ 1  scan0046
Proposed modifications to the Peregrine engine crankcase to increase oil capacity and improve cooling.13th Dec 1932Box 131 \ 1  scan0047
Letter from Lendrum & Hartman Ltd to W.A. Robotham regarding a misunderstanding over the collection of a Buick Oil Cooler.1st Feb 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0048
Request to Lendrum & Hartman Ltd for a Buick oil cooler to conduct experimental tests on its efficiency.1st Feb 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0049
Letter to Clayton Dewandre Comp, Ltd. inquiring about using their steel wire wound radiator tubes for an oil cooler.1st Feb 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0050
Telegram cancelling a previous message and confirming the dispatch of an oil cooler.3rd Feb 1938Box 131 \ 1  scan0051
Letter from Lendrum & Hartman Ltd acknowledging a letter from W. A. Robotham and the receipt of an Oil Cooler.2nd Feb 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0052
Letter from Lendrum & Hartman Ltd regarding the urgent delivery of a Buick Oil Temperature Regulator.2nd Feb 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0053
Telegram requesting further details regarding correspondence about an oil cooler.1st Feb 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0054
Telegram cancelling the dispatch of an oil cooler to Albemarle Street.1st Jan 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0055
Letter thanking Mr. Cuthbert of Messrs Lendrum & Hartman Ltd for the prompt despatch of an oil cooler.3rd Feb 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0056
Letter from Clayton Dewandre Co. Ltd. discussing the development of 'Clayton-Still' Wire Wound Tubes for an Oil Cooler.4th Feb 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0057
Letter to Messrs Clayton & Dewandre Ltd regarding particulars of an oil cooler fitted to a Buick.10th Feb 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0058
Data sheet specifying the performance parameters for an oil cooler.11th Feb 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0059
Diagrammatic views of an oil cooler tested, showing matrix, side, and end perspectives.11th Feb 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0060
Correspondence regarding a new type radiator fitted to chassis 116-GN for Baron de la Graviere.16th Feb 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0061
The testing of a Buick oil cooler on a Peregrine No. 3 engine unit.17th Feb 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0062
Test results and notes for an oil cooler's performance under various conditions.17th Feb 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0063
Data table from 'Test (3)' detailing flow rates, temperatures, and heat extraction for a cooler and by-pass system.17th Feb 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0064
Particulars of a cooler tested, detailing its construction, dimensions, and weight.17th Mar 1932Box 131 \ 1  scan0065
Photograph showing the interior of a cooler and its radiator matrix.17th Mar 1932Box 131 \ 1  scan0066
Photograph showing two sections of a cooler.17th Feb 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0067
Diagrammatic views of a tested oil cooler, showing its matrix, side, and end views.17th Feb 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0068
Characteristic curve graph for a cooler, plotting heat extraction against cooler flow.21th Feb 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0069
Letter to Mr. G.M. Maclure requesting information on maximum engine oil temperatures in Riley cars and discussing repairs for a crashed car.21th Feb 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0070
The overheating of Peregrine engine oil, discussing heat sources and potential reduction methods.13th May 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0071
Analysis of permissible oil temperatures, heat generation, and oil cooling efficiency in relation to engine bearings.13th Mar 1934Box 131 \ 1  scan0072
Analysis of heat dissipation from plain and ribbed oil sumps at various speeds.15th May 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0073
Report discussing oil turbulence, reduced oil pressure, and a performance comparison with a Bensport model.13th Mar 1935Box 131 \ 1  scan0074
Comparison of engine heat characteristics and an analysis of subsidiary oil cooler designs for 'Bensport' and 'Peregrine' models.15th Feb 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0075
Summary of findings on engine oil cooling methods, consumption, and related component performance.15th Feb 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0076
Index page listing drawings and tests related to engine oil pressure, consumption, bearings, and temperatures.8th Feb 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0077
Diagram of an oil tank arrangement used in measuring heat flow to oil on Peregrine II engines, units 3 and 4.8th Feb 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0078
Graph plotting heat dissipated to a cooler against oil discharge through bearings for a 6-cylinder Falcon engine unit.8th Feb 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0079
Graph detailing the results of running temperature tests on white metal bearings, plotting temperature against breaking load.8th Feb 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0080
Photograph showing the internal view of an engine crankcase and oil pipe.8th Feb 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0081
Two graphs showing oil consumption for a 40/50 HP Silver Ghost engine and heat generation in a Peregrine oil pump.8th Feb 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0082
Table comparing engine bearing oil inlet temperatures under different oil pressure, sump, and radiator conditions.8th Feb 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0083
Two graphs illustrating Peregrine engine oil temperature management and the efficiency of a Potts oil cooler.8th Feb 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0084
Graph comparing the total heat given to oil by the Peregrine engine against two other aircraft engines.8th Feb 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0085
Chart showing temperature readings from a 6-cylinder Falcon test unit against oil discharge.8th Feb 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0086
Set of four graphs comparing oil inlet temperatures against road speed for the Peregrine engine under various conditions.27th Mar 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0087
Letter from The Riley Engine Co. regarding engine bearing and oil temperatures under various conditions.27th Mar 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0088
Requesting the experimental construction of an oil cooler for the Peregrine radiator, based on design LeC.3431.29th Mar 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0089
Overheating of engine oil in the Peregrine engine and the need for an oil cooler.29th Mar 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0090
Page 2 of a report discussing engine cooling, comparing valve types and predicting the widespread adoption of oil coolers.29th Mar 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0091
Bentley oil temperature tests to determine the value of the front timing case as an oil cooler.10th Apr 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0092
'Heat to Oil' tests carried out on a Phantom II, No. 7 engine.21th Apr 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0093
Data table showing oil temperature and pump delivery test results at various RPMs.1st May 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0094
Follow-up letter regarding customer feedback on a new type of radiator for chassis II6.GN.1st May 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0095
The requirement for an oil cooler on the J.III engine, using data from Peregrine experiments.9th May 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0096
Design of an oil cooler for Peregrine and J.3 engines, featuring Clayton-Still elements within the radiator matrix.11th May 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0097
Proposal for the arrangement of oil cooling elements behind the main water radiator.11th May 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0098
Test results for oil heat rise in a Bentley Unit C.XI engine at various RPMs.16th May 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0099
Requesting the manufacture of a new oil cooler for test beds following issues with overheating.19th May 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0100
Blueprint of an oil cooler for test bed units.23th May 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0101
Comparing the performance and merits of the Clayton Still oil cooler versus the Buick type cooler.23th May 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0102
Graph plotting oil and water temperature against time from a cold engine start at 900 RPM.23th May 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0103
Graph of water and oil temperatures during continuous full throttle running at Brooklands, comparing two different oil cooler types.13th Jun 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0104
Requesting recommendations for a technical question concerning oil coolers.13th Jun 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0105
Request for a ribbed timing case for Bensport to conduct oil temperature tests at Brooklands.15th Jun 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0106
Further tests conducted on the Peregrine engine to reduce the heat given to the oil.16th Jun 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0107
Redesigning a timing case into an oil cooler and comparing oil tests between Bentley and Peregrine engines.16th Jun 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0108
Graph plotting BTHUs per minute against RPM for an oil system under different test conditions.16th Jun 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0109
Graph showing 'Per Heat To Oil' versus RPM for a ribbed sump under various oil return conditions.16th Jun 1933Box 131 \ 1  scan0110


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