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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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Recommendation to modify petrol tank filters by drilling air holes for cars destined for America.6th Jul 1921Box 135 \ 2  scan0044
Extract about modifying petrol tank filters on cars for America to increase the filling rate.6th Jul 1921Box 135 \ 2  scan0045
Letter regarding proposed design improvements for the 40/50 HP rear tank.11th Aug 1921Box 135 \ 2  scan0046
Issue of a filter freezing in the back tank.9th Sep 1921Box 135 \ 2  scan0047
Letter from Rolls-Royce of America about petrol filter blockages caused by water in American gasoline freezing.28th Sep 1921Box 135 \ 2  scan0048
Recommendation concerning Monel metal petrol gauze for the Goshawk petrol filter.30th Jan 1923Box 135 \ 2  scan0049
Choked mono-metal petrol filter in a 40/50 Works Trials Car and requesting an investigation.29th Jan 1924Box 135 \ 2  scan0050
Fault with a 40/50 petrol filter, attributing the cause to the use of zinc chloride or acid soldering flux.1st Jan 1924Box 135 \ 2  scan0051
Multiple instances of choked petrol filters on the 40/50 model and proposing further action.8th Apr 1924Box 135 \ 2  scan0052
Standardisation of gauze for petrol filters on 40/50 & 20 HP models.15th Apr 1924Box 135 \ 2  scan0053
Design and necessity of petrol filters for carburettors on aero and other engines.10th Aug 1924Box 135 \ 2  scan0054
Mesh size and material for filters at the base of the carburetter.3rd Nov 1924Box 135 \ 2  scan0055
Alterations to the petrol filter gauze on the carburetter float chamber for a 40/50HP Chassis.3rd Nov 1924Box 135 \ 2  scan0056
Reintroduction and design of more adequate petrol filters for the 40/50HP and 20HP models.11th Dec 1924Box 135 \ 2  scan0057
Importance and placement of petrol filters, arguing against omitting them at the petrol tank entrance.13th Dec 1924Box 135 \ 2  scan0058
Proposal to address sand and metal particles in the petrol tank system by experimenting with enameling the component castings.15th Dec 1924Box 135 \ 2  scan0059
Issues with petrol filters, the source of debris in the fuel system, and recommendations for filter design.15th Dec 1924Box 135 \ 2  scan0060
Issues with petrol filters, including trustworthiness, foreign matter, and specific problems on the 20 HP model.17th Dec 1924Box 135 \ 2  scan0061
Page two of a communication discussing petrol supply troubles and seeking feedback.19th Dec 1924Box 135 \ 2  scan0062
Petrol filter maintenance and potential improvements.19th Dec 1924Box 135 \ 2  scan0063
Arranging a conference about petrol filters in Derby.1st Jan 1925Box 135 \ 2  scan0064
To reschedule a conference on Lubricators and Petrol Filters from Thursday to Wednesday.1st Jan 1925Box 135 \ 2  scan0065
Petrol filters and rear tank specifications, considering global fuel quality and filling practices.20th Aug 1925Box 135 \ 2  scan0066
Specifications and issues with fuel filter gauzes, including mesh size and material.1st Aug 1925Box 135 \ 2  scan0067
The carburetter's low speed needle taper, altered filter mesh, and a request for a replacement filter.1st Aug 1925Box 135 \ 2  scan0068
Appropriate coarseness of gauze for filters in carburettors to prevent choked petrol jets.24th Aug 1925Box 135 \ 2  scan0069
Page describing the flow path through annular spaces within a chamber leading to a jet.24th Aug 1925Box 135 \ 2  scan0070
Petrol filter issues for 20 HP and 40/50 HP models, focusing on blockages caused by fluff and hairs.1st Aug 1925Box 135 \ 2  scan0071
Petrol filter configurations and issues across various car models.1st Aug 1925Box 135 \ 2  scan0072
Use of 160 mesh monel metal gauze in petrol filters for carburetters.1st Sep 1925Box 135 \ 2  scan0073
Design, issues, and required improvements for petrol filters on Phantom and Goshawk models.29th Sep 1925Box 135 \ 2  scan0074
Improving outgoing filters compared to the previous Silver Ghost model.17th Nov 1925Box 135 \ 2  scan0075
Confirming the use of the finest mesh gauze (160) in filters and asking about retrospective action.17th Nov 1925Box 135 \ 2  scan0076
Design improvements and issues for petrol fillers and petrol gauges.15th Feb 1926Box 135 \ 2  scan0077
Improvements and standardization of the rear petrol tank, carrier, and guard.27th Feb 1926Box 135 \ 2  scan0078
Issues with petrol filters on 20 HP cars and proposed solutions.3rd Jun 1926Box 135 \ 2  scan0079
Making arrangements to lock the nut holding the oil filter.1st Oct 1926Box 135 \ 2  scan0080
The petrol tank filler for the 20 HP model, noting differences from the Phantom's filler and an alteration to suspension links.1st Mar 1926Box 135 \ 2  scan0081
Revisions to a petrol tank side filler, vent pipe, and fittings.1st Mar 1926Box 135 \ 2  scan0082
Alteration for an improved air vent and larger filler in the petrol tank to prevent overflowing.24th Sep 1926Box 135 \ 2  scan0083
Modification to the petrol tank filter fitting to allow for easier withdrawal.18th Jan 1927Box 135 \ 2  scan0084
Requesting a quantitative report on 6 more samples of filtrate.2nd Feb 1927Box 135 \ 2  scan0085
Tests on petrol filters to address issues with choked jets caused by fluff contamination.25th Feb 1927Box 135 \ 2  scan0086
Investigation into foreign matter causing choked fuel jets and a comparison of filter designs.25th Feb 1927Box 135 \ 2  scan0087
The performance and road testing of a Zenith petrol filter, including its capacity and self-cleaning ability.25th Feb 1927Box 135 \ 2  scan0088
Evaluation of Auto Klean and Chamois leather strainers and filters, with a summary of their potential.25th Feb 1927Box 135 \ 2  scan0089
Modification to a Zenith filter to prevent air from being trapped.5th Apr 1923Box 135 \ 2  scan0090
Two photomicrographs comparing fluff from a choked jet with a standard carburetter petrol filter gauze.5th Apr 1923Box 135 \ 2  scan0091
Photomicrograph comparison of foreign matter passed through a Standard Gauze versus a Zenith filter.5th Apr 1923Box 135 \ 2  scan0092
Blueprint detailing modifications to a Zenith petrol filter.1st Mar 1927Box 135 \ 2  scan0093
Micro-examination report on carburetter filter gauges and foreign matter that passed through them.28th Feb 1927Box 135 \ 2  scan0094
Returning a piece of fluff extracted from a carburetter low speed jet.1st Mar 1927Box 135 \ 2  scan0095
Filters and low-speed running issues for the Phantom and 20 HP models.12th Mar 1927Box 135 \ 2  scan0096
Cancellation of existing petrol filters upon the introduction of a new type into the production programme.20th Jul 1927Box 135 \ 2  scan0097
Customer complaints of paint damage caused by leaking petrol tank filters.1st May 1928Box 135 \ 2  scan0098
Issues with petrol tank filters, specifically leakage due to jointing material and dismantling procedures.7th May 1928Box 135 \ 2  scan0099
Required coachwork alterations for removing petrol tank filters on a 20 HP chassis.15th May 1928Box 135 \ 2  scan0100
Issue with petrol vaporisation in the feed pipe on a Phantom chassis and proposing a solution.23th Oct 1923Box 135 \ 2  scan0101
Approval for a trunk fixing, petrol tank support, and a large petrol filter for SS Chassis X.7460 and X.3701.18th Feb 1929Box 135 \ 2  scan0102
Design of a single petrol tank filter and its potential use on the 20 HP model.2nd Feb 1929Box 135 \ 2  scan0103
Testing a petrol filter for leaks at the soldered joints and its effect on autovac delivery.11th Mar 1930Box 135 \ 2  scan0104
Continuation of a test report comparing fuel delivery through a special petrol filter versus a standard filter at various RPMs.24th May 1930Box 135 \ 2  scan0105
Revised position of the petrol filter and potential issues with air locks.24th May 1930Box 135 \ 2  scan0106
Requesting the manufacture of an aluminium petrol filter bowl based on a glass sample.27th Feb 1934Box 135 \ 2  scan0107
Request to design and create a new interchangeable 'Enot plate type' Spectre Petrol Filter.12th Jun 1935Box 135 \ 2  scan0108
Relocation of the Spectre Petrol Filter from the dashboard to the chassis to prevent vapour locks.16th Aug 1935Box 135 \ 2  scan0109
Requesting a Spectre Petrol Filter Bowl and initiating work on Spectre I and II vehicles.17th Aug 1935Box 135 \ 2  scan0110
Requesting the fitting of Spectre Petrol Filter, Scheme LeC. 4594, to Spectres 4, 5 & 6.3rd Sep 1935Box 135 \ 2  scan0111
Petrol filter siphoning issue and the proposed solution of fitting a tap.12th Sep 1935Box 135 \ 2  scan0112
Instructions for fitting a petrol filter to a Spectre 2-S-I for a 10,000 mile test run.19th Sep 1935Box 135 \ 2  scan0113
New petrol filter design for the Phantom III and Bentley models, cancelling a previous design.7th Oct 1935Box 135 \ 2  scan0114
Request to make one Phantom III petrol filter for testing purposes.2nd Dec 1935Box 135 \ 2  scan0115
The fitting of the Big Bore Bentley petrol filter.1st Jan 1936Box 135 \ 2  scan0116
Quotation from Benton & Stone Ltd. for petrol filters and stamping dies.2nd Jan 1936Box 135 \ 2  scan0117
Letter from supplier Benton & Stone regarding a quotation and manufacturing modifications for a petrol filter.2nd Jan 1936Box 135 \ 2  scan0118
Letter from Benton & Stone Ltd. suggesting a modification to a domed cover to prevent a cork washer from being lost.2nd Jan 1936Box 135 \ 2  scan0119
Request for a cost estimate to manufacture petrol filters and part number LeC.4721.4th Jan 1936Box 135 \ 2  scan0120
Cost estimation for a petrol filter based on Scheme LEC.4721.4th Jan 1936Box 135 \ 2  scan0121
The use of a new filter, LeC.4721, on all cars.7th Jan 1936Box 135 \ 2  scan0122
Estimated cost of a new petrol filter compared to the existing Enots filter on Bentley and 20/25HP chassis.4th Jan 1936Box 135 \ 2  scan0123
Quotation letter from Benton & Stone Ltd. for petrol filters and stamping dies.2nd Jan 1936Box 135 \ 2  scan0124
Letter providing a quotation and suggested manufacturing modifications for a petrol filter.2nd Jan 1936Box 135 \ 2  scan0125
Letter from Benton & Stone Ltd. suggesting a design modification to a domed cover and cork washer.2nd Jan 1936Box 135 \ 2  scan0126
Request to order 6 Tecalemit filters for use on the Experimental Unit Test Beds.11th Jan 1936Box 135 \ 2  scan0127
Confirming the new position of the petrol filter on the Phantom III chassis.14th Jan 1936Box 135 \ 2  scan0128
Standardisation of the Bentley petrol filter on the second cross member, and the need for a protective shield.15th Jan 1936Box 135 \ 2  scan0129
Request for an estimate of the cost to manufacture various petrol unions and filter plugs in Stainless Steel and B/ZS.16th Jan 1936Box 135 \ 2  scan0130
Requirement to lengthen the stud on the Petrol Filter LeC.4721.20th Jan 1936Box 135 \ 2  scan0131
Providing a comparative cost estimate for petrol unions and plugs in B/ZS and S/S materials.21th Jan 1936Box 135 \ 2  scan0132
To pass an official order for 6 filters received from the Tecalemit Co.24th Jan 1936Box 135 \ 2  scan0133
Letter to Rotherham & Sons Ltd. requesting a quotation for the supply of parts based on enclosed drawings.24th Jan 1936Box 135 \ 2  scan0134
Letter to Messrs Brown Bros. requesting a quotation for the supply of various parts with enclosed drawings.24th Jan 1936Box 135 \ 2  scan0135
Letter from Brown Brothers Ltd. acknowledging an enquiry and requesting quantities needed to provide a quotation.27th Jan 1936Box 135 \ 2  scan0136
Letter to Brown Bros. Ltd. requesting a price quotation for various quantities of unions and plugs.28th Jan 1936Box 135 \ 2  scan0137
Urgent internal request to order 12 Tecalemit filters for experimental chassis unit beds.29th Jan 1936Box 135 \ 2  scan0138
Letter from Rotherham & Sons Ltd. requesting material samples and quantities before providing a quotation for parts.30th Jan 1936Box 135 \ 2  scan0139
Letter to Messrs. Rotherham & Sons Ltd. returning drawings and requesting a quotation for various quantities of stainless steel parts.5th Feb 1936Box 135 \ 2  scan0140
Letter from Rotherham & Sons Ltd declining to quote for work due to a lack of capable machinery to handle specification 229B.6th Feb 1936Box 135 \ 2  scan0141
Request for a report on the rearranged Phantom III petrol filter.10th Feb 1936Box 135 \ 2  scan0142
Request for a performance report on the rearranged Phantom III petrol filter.10th Feb 1936Box 135 \ 2  scan0143


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