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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 to A. F. Sidgreaves discussing delays on an experimental chassis and body due to labour shortages and war conditions.7th Oct 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0130
Letter to A.F. Sidgreaves Esq. discussing turnover, work charges, and issues with the Myth chassis frame.7th Oct 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0131
Letter detailing manufacturing challenges and progress on the Myth Chassis Frame and Body, including repairs, material permits, and drawing issues.7th Oct 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0132
To A. F. Sidgreaves Esq. discussing Bentley repairs, Senior Range drawings, Bentley V bodies, and B.V. jigs and tools.7th Oct 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0133
Report to A.F. Sidgreaves Esq. concerning the status of jigs, tools, and project work for the B.V. Coupe and Myth.7th Oct 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0134
Report to A. F. Sidgreaves Esq. concerning wood models, post-war projects, and a recent works visit by Mr. Hives.7th Oct 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0135
Letter from C.W. Ward of Park Ward & Co Limited to A. F. Sidgreaves regarding the difficulties of motor car work during wartime.7th Oct 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0136
New Austin models in relation to the 'Myth' and a 3-cylinder engine project.14th Oct 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0137
3-cylinder engine design in relation to an article in 'Autocar' and the 4-cylinder Myth engine.21th Oct 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0138
Publicity request from 'MOTOR SPORT' magazine for the Bentley, enclosing reminiscences on Continental Testing.3rd Nov 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0139
Invitation for lunch with the Chairman and Directors.27th Nov 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0140
The screening of a film from the Crewe press view at the Gaumont Cinema in Derby.2nd Mar 1942Box 144 \ 2  scan0141
Changes to the company's transport fleet due to petrol and tyre restrictions.9th Apr 1942Box 144 \ 2  scan0142
Management of transport and experimental cars, including fuel economy and testing during wartime.4th May 1942Box 144 \ 2  scan0143
Invitation to a luncheon with the Directors at the Works Luncheon Room.29th Aug 1942Box 144 \ 2  scan0144
Short memo forwarding a letter from Rm/EAG and promising a doctor's report.6th Sep 1942Box 144 \ 2  scan0145
Typed personal letter providing a health update regarding a pierced lung and Deep Ray treatment.1st Sep 1942Box 144 \ 2  scan0146
The investigation and repair of a petrol leak and other works on Trials Car Chassis B.20.AW.16th Sep 1942Box 144 \ 2  scan0147
Dismantling a brake servo to fix a groaning noise and fitting new parts.16th Sep 1942Box 144 \ 2  scan0148
Progress report from the Chassis Division detailing mileage and failures on senior rationalised chassis and engine parts.24th Nov 1942Box 144 \ 2  scan0149
Log of vehicle faults and repairs at specific mileage intervals for two different chassis.24th Nov 1942Box 144 \ 2  scan0150
Technical report detailing vehicle faults at various mileages, focusing on steering, gearbox, suspension, and brakes.24th Nov 1942Box 144 \ 2  scan0151
Technical report on troubleshooting and improvements for various vehicle components including brakes, clutch, and transmission.24th Nov 1942Box 144 \ 2  scan0152
Vehicle component testing including rear axles, petrol consumption, and cylinder bore wear.24th Nov 1942Box 144 \ 2  scan0153
Major troubles experienced with E.V. and B.60 car bodies.24th Nov 1942Box 144 \ 2  scan0154
Performance and mileage of Post War Rationalised Chassis test cars.24th Nov 1942Box 144 \ 2  scan0155
Mark VI tank project, transmission design, and collaboration with Nuffield Mechanisation.22th Nov 1940Box 144 \ 2  scan0156
Staff appointment notice for the Aero Service Department.1st Oct 1940Box 144 \ 2  scan0157
Announcing the appointment of Mr. C.M. Toon as chief of the Jig and Tool Drawing Office and Operation Planning Dept.15th Aug 1940Box 144 \ 2  scan0158
Notice to officials, superintendents, and foremen regarding a temporary works closure.6th Aug 1940Box 144 \ 2  scan0159
Internal memorandum announcing the appointments of a Chief and Deputy Chief Superintendent of Repairs.31th Jul 1940Box 144 \ 2  scan0160
Announcement regarding the appointment of a new Chief Superintendent and the reclassification of departments.29th Jul 1940Box 144 \ 2  scan0161
On the Clan Foundry's capabilities for aero engine programmes, highlighting equipment shortages for handling Vulture engines.7th Jun 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0162
Note on an oil consumption test for vehicle 1200, conducted by Mr. Royce, comparing different oil brands.5th Apr 1910Box 144 \ 3  scan0001
Oil consumption and engine performance for chassis 1419.3rd Oct 1910Box 144 \ 3  scan0002
Engine test notes on oil and petrol consumption at different oil pressures.3rd Oct 1910Box 144 \ 3  scan0003
Oil consumption during road tests for car models 741 and 736.2nd Jan 1911Box 144 \ 3  scan0004
Note detailing the results of oil consumption tests on chassis 1481 and 1491.2nd Jan 1911Box 144 \ 3  scan0005
Record of oil consumption for 1907 'box' 60544 on a 50-mile run.20th Sep 1910Box 144 \ 3  scan0006
Departmental memo regarding an investigation into engine oil consumption and its relationship to oil quality.20th Sep 1910Box 144 \ 3  scan0007
Request for the quantity of lubricating oil and grease required for 5,000 miles of running.3rd Feb 1914Box 144 \ 3  scan0008
Best oils to recommend for cars in New York.22th Jun 1914Box 144 \ 3  scan0009
Chassis weight and oil consumption for the 20 HP model.16th Mar 1923Box 144 \ 3  scan0010
Request for data on the oil consumption of a standard car engine at full load.24th Nov 1914Box 144 \ 3  scan0011
The lubricating oil consumption for a standard engine, with a note on a forthcoming test on a Mercedes engine.26th Nov 1914Box 144 \ 3  scan0012
Testing procedures for lubricating oil consumption in a standard engine.1st Dec 1914Box 144 \ 3  scan0013
Reduction in engine oil consumption after fitting Zephyr pistons.10th Dec 1914Box 144 \ 3  scan0014
Ongoing oil consumption testing of Zephyr pistons.12th Dec 1914Box 144 \ 3  scan0015
Cold weather testing for carburation, induction heating and the effects of oil viscosity.8th Nov 1925Box 144 \ 3  scan0016
Query regarding the possibility of removing felt glands from car engine valves to adopt double valve springs.1st Apr 1927Box 144 \ 3  scan0017
Oil consumption tests conducted on felt glands for Phantom engine valves.23th Apr 1927Box 144 \ 3  scan0018
Oil consumption experiment on a Phantom engine comparing upward sloping drain holes to standard ones.9th May 1927Box 144 \ 3  scan0019
Effectiveness of felt glands on valves and proposing alternatives to reduce oil consumption.30th Apr 1927Box 144 \ 3  scan0020
High oil consumption due to a crankshaft leak, proposing to revert to a previous, more reliable oil retaining design.5th Jan 1929Box 144 \ 3  scan0021
Issues with brakes and engine modifications for the 25 HP Japan model.21th Sep 1930Box 144 \ 3  scan0022
Responding to a query about a temporary brake failure and extra oil in the crankcase of a 25 HP car for Japan.8th Sep 1930Box 144 \ 3  scan0023
'Heat to Oil' tests carried out on a Phantom II, No. 7 engine.21th Apr 1933Box 144 \ 3  scan0024
Data table showing oil temperature, pump delivery, and heat transfer test results at various RPMs.13th Feb 1934Box 144 \ 3  scan0025
Bentley heat balance experiments, detailing the test unit's specifications and the methodology for determining heat distribution.13th Feb 1934Box 144 \ 3  scan0026
Heat distribution analysis in an engine, including heat to oil, cooling water, and frictional losses.13th Feb 1934Box 144 \ 3  scan0027
Analysis of piston friction, heat loss, and mechanical efficiency at various engine speeds, comparing standard and Aerolite pistons.13th Feb 1934Box 144 \ 3  scan0028
Analysis of engine heat flow, piston friction, and performance improvements from component changes.13th Feb 1934Box 144 \ 3  scan0029
Engine power output variations caused by piston skirt dimensions, with plans for further piston friction reduction tests.13th Feb 1934Box 144 \ 3  scan0030
Performance comparison graph between Aerolite and E.B. 1299 pistons.2nd Mar 1934Box 144 \ 3  scan0031
Graph comparing the mechanical efficiency of Aerolite & E.B. 1299 pistons against R.P.M.26th Feb 1934Box 144 \ 3  scan0032
Comparative test of oil consumption using Wakefield's CW and Motorine C oils on chassis 3-B-IV.22th Feb 1935Box 144 \ 3  scan0033
Inquiry into complaints of excessive oil consumption on Bentley vehicles, questioning if it is linked to the fitting of Aerolite pistons.22th Feb 1936Box 144 \ 3  scan0034
Report analysing quarterly oil consumption returns from 1934 to 1936, investigating causes for increased usage.24th Feb 1936Box 144 \ 3  scan0035
Car oil consumption issues and performance comparisons between different quarters and models.24th Feb 1936Box 144 \ 3  scan0036
Investigations into complaints of excessive oil consumption on several Bentley chassis.24th Feb 1936Box 144 \ 3  scan0037
Engine issues, mileage, and repairs for four different car chassis.24th Feb 1936Box 144 \ 3  scan0038
Responding to a customer complaint about heavy oil consumption for chassis B.II8.BL.21th Feb 1936Box 144 \ 3  scan0039
Potential causes and solutions for excessive engine oil consumption.21th Feb 1936Box 144 \ 3  scan0040
Causes and investigation of high oil consumption on Bentley vehicles.11th Mar 1936Box 144 \ 3  scan0041
Measurement of lip wear at the top of the bore for Bentley 7 cylinders after 57,000 miles running.9th Feb 1938Box 144 \ 3  scan0042
Cylinder bore dimension measurements for a Bentley '7' Unit after 57,000 miles of running.4th Dec 1935Box 144 \ 3  scan0043
Oil consumption issues and resolutions on a Bentley vehicle.23th Mar 1936Box 144 \ 3  scan0044
Explanatory note on interpreting measurements listed in a 'Remarks' column.13th Mar 1936Box 144 \ 3  scan0045
The wear measurements for engine bores and pistons for chassis B 60 FB.13th Mar 1936Box 144 \ 3  scan0046
Log sheet detailing cylinder wear measurements for various chassis in February 1936.1st Feb 1936Box 144 \ 3  scan0047
Oil consumption on Bentley cars, related to the bedding-in period of new piston rings.27th Mar 1936Box 144 \ 3  scan0048
Log of daily oil consumption figures, in miles per gallon, for a Bentley (B-56-BN) and a 25 HP (22-G-V) vehicle.24th Mar 1936Box 144 \ 3  scan0049
Internal memorandum discussing high oil consumption complaints on Bentley models.5th Jun 1936Box 144 \ 3  scan0050
Log sheet detailing oil consumption, mileage, and total mileage recorded on specific dates.5th Jun 1936Box 144 \ 3  scan0051
High oil consumption issues, piston ring performance, and the need for re-boring cylinders.5th Jun 1936Box 144 \ 3  scan0052
Page discussing the investigation of a bad case and a report on rings for depots.5th Jun 1936Box 144 \ 3  scan0053
Excessive oil consumption in various car models, with a suggestion to order new scraper rings.5th Jun 1936Box 144 \ 3  scan0054
Investigation into high oil consumption on a 20/25 HP model.8th Jun 1936Box 144 \ 3  scan0055
Heavy oil consumption on the 20/25 HP model during testing.22th Jun 1936Box 144 \ 3  scan0056
Oil and petrol consumption test results for a GAE-20 engine unit over a 195-mile run.22th Jun 1936Box 144 \ 3  scan0057
Comparison of piston ring details and oil consumption between Chevrolet and Bentley engines.23th Jun 1936Box 144 \ 3  scan0058
Specification sheet comparing different types of piston rings.23th Jun 1936Box 144 \ 3  scan0059
Comparison of specifications for Stepped and Plain type compression rings.23th Jun 1936Box 144 \ 3  scan0060
Comparison of piston ring properties, manufacturing methods, and performance.23th Jun 1936Box 144 \ 3  scan0061
Comparison of different engine oils' consumption and viscosity, with notes on upcoming piston ring tests.23th Jun 1936Box 144 \ 3  scan0062
Specifications, tests, and material analysis for Chevrolet rings.25th Jun 1936Box 144 \ 3  scan0063
Brief report on oil and petrol consumption figures from a 2,500-mile test.25th Jun 1936Box 144 \ 3  scan0064
The oil and petrol consumption for a C.16 Unit Standard Engine test run.29th Jun 1936Box 144 \ 3  scan0065
Repeat oil consumption test run for a 21-G-IV C-16 Unit Standard Engine.30th Jun 1936Box 144 \ 3  scan0066
Test report on oil and petrol consumption for unit C-16 during a road test to Oxford and back.3rd Jul 1936Box 144 \ 3  scan0067


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