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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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Improving fuel economy in comparison to heavier American cars, with tests proceeding.26th Nov 1936Box 147 \ 5  scan0115
Report comparing the petrol consumption of a Chevrolet and a 30 HP Rolls Royce.26th Nov 1936Box 147 \ 5  scan0116
Test report comparing the performance of a weighted Chevrolet against a 30 HP Rolls-Royce.26th Nov 1936Box 147 \ 5  scan0117
Petrol consumption tests and experiments on various vehicles to improve fuel economy.12th Jan 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0118
Experiment comparing the fuel economy of a standard 25/30 HP engine with one modified with vacuum controlled ignition advance.12th Jan 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0119
Performance graph for the 25/30 HP engine showing Economy and Ignition Advance at Part Throttle.9th Dec 1936Box 147 \ 5  scan0120
Petrol consumption test results for vehicle 37-EX, comparing a standard carburettor with a modified setup.5th Jan 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0121
Petrol consumption test results comparing standard top gear and over-drive on the Phantom III.16th Feb 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0122
Graph of MPH vs RPM for Standard Top and Overdrive gears, with an axle ratio of 8x34.11th Feb 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0123
Consumption test comparing overdrive and normal top gear performance.25th Feb 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0124
Consumption test results for a vehicle with and without overdrive.25th Feb 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0125
Reports of significant improvements in petrol consumption in America due to new carburetter technology.31th May 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0126
Fuel consumption, comparing their vehicles with American models and exploring factors like power-to-weight ratio and overdrive.31th May 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0127
Petrol consumption test report for a Wraith 25.G.V1. comparing a standard carburettor with one using a separate idle feed.14th Jun 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0128
Collaboration with Vauxhall on fuel economy studies.7th Jul 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0129
Resume on fuel economy comparing experiences with Vauxhall Motors and outlining a 7-point development programme.8th Jul 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0130
Carburettor servicing, fuel distribution problems, and related test methodologies.8th Jul 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0131
Engine performance, covering valve timing, ignition systems, and combustion chamber design.8th Jul 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0132
Power loss in the exhaust silencer, comparing Vauxhall and Rolls-Royce 25/30 engines.8th Jul 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0133
Specifications and testing procedures for a carburetter, including details on test tackle from Vauxhall.8th Jul 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0134
Procedures for testing vacuum pump settings, part and full throttle flows, and the use of a Crest Volt Meter for spark gap analysis.8th Jul 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0135
Electrical and road test results on a Vauxhall engine.8th Jul 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0136
Notes on engine component design, materials, and testing, including tappets, springs, and cold chambers.1st Jul 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0137
Disappointing petrol consumption on car 32-EX, proposing tests, and arranging further vehicle testing in France.14th Jul 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0138
Petrol consumption tests on a Phantom III vehicle.17th Jul 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0139
Cost-effectiveness of a new ignition control design aimed at reducing fuel consumption.28th Jul 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0140
Comparison of two ignition control schemes aimed at reducing fuel consumption and improving slow running.10th Aug 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0141
The results of carburetter tests for improved petrol consumption and startability.17th Nov 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0142
Consumption tests for the Phantom III carburetter, detailing alterations and test results.16th Nov 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0143
Test report comparing fuel consumption improvements with different carburettor jets and overdrive settings.16th Nov 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0144
Report comparing petrol consumption figures for the Phantom III model with different carburetter and overdrive settings.17th Nov 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0145
Outlining suggested experiments for Wraith III petrol consumption tests.17th Feb 1938Box 147 \ 5  scan0146
Petrol consumption tests for the Wraith 29.G.VI model.19th Feb 1938Box 147 \ 5  scan0147
Outlining the conclusions from a discussion on improving the fuel economy of the Wraith model.28th Feb 1938Box 147 \ 5  scan0148
Project plan detailing road and test bed evaluations for a carburetter on the Wraith model.28th Feb 1938Box 147 \ 5  scan0149
Fuel consumption tests and the value of suction ignition advance on the Wraith and 25/30 models.31th May 1938Box 147 \ 5  scan0150
Fuel consumption tests for the Wraith model, detailing performance issues and comparisons with the 30 HP model.31th May 1938Box 147 \ 5  scan0151
Carburettor jet settings and their effect on fuel consumption.31th May 1938Box 147 \ 5  scan0152
Graph comparing constant speed petrol consumption for different car chassis and carburettor settings.24th May 1938Box 147 \ 5  scan0153
Alterations to the induction system and carburetors to improve fuel economy.29th Oct 1938Box 147 \ 5  scan0154
Bentley III petrol consumption tests and comparisons.29th Oct 1938Box 147 \ 5  scan0155
Results of fuel consumption runs and average speed tests.29th Oct 1938Box 147 \ 5  scan0156
Constant speed consumption tests for Bentley III carburetors using a Zenith Mileage Tester.29th Oct 1938Box 147 \ 5  scan0157
Cold starting issues with a 'Startex' carburetter at 6°F.29th Oct 1938Box 147 \ 5  scan0158
Graph of constant speed petrol consumption (MPG vs MPH) for a 7 B.V. engine, comparing different needle types and gear settings.29th Jun 1939Box 147 \ 5  scan0159
Requesting the standardisation of vacuum-controlled distributors on a cast iron engine to improve fuel consumption.29th Jun 1939Box 147 \ 5  scan0160
Accompanying a report comparing fuel consumption of their cars against American practice.13th Mar 1940Box 147 \ 5  scan0161
Note on the Olley report of February 1940, comparing fuel consumption curves and overdrive economy for various cars.14th May 1940Box 147 \ 5  scan0162
Estimation of the fuel economy benefits of streamlining on the Corniche model.14th Mar 1940Box 147 \ 5  scan0163
Graph comparing the Constant Speed Ton Miles Per Gallon for various cars against Miles Per Hour.14th Mar 1940Box 147 \ 5  scan0164
Graph comparing the constant speed Miles Per Gallon (M.P.G.) for various car models.18th Mar 1940Box 147 \ 5  scan0165
Request to run a constant speed test to compare oil consumption between S.A.E. 20 oil and Castrol XXL.18th Mar 1940Box 147 \ 5  scan0166
Petrol consumption figures for various vehicle models tested in France and England.24th Sep 1940Box 147 \ 5  scan0167
Comparison table of fuel consumption (MPG) data from tests in France and England.24th Sep 1940Box 147 \ 5  scan0168
Petrol consumption figures for various car models.24th Sep 1940Box 147 \ 5  scan0169
Petrol and oil consumptions for various experimental vehicles.30th Sep 1940Box 147 \ 5  scan0170
Fuel and oil consumption report for a Commer vehicle over a distance of 2487 miles.30th Sep 1940Box 147 \ 5  scan0171
Petrol consumption test results for a Vauxhall '10' car.20th Oct 1940Box 147 \ 5  scan0172
The petrol consumption of Morris, Standard, and Vauxhall vehicles and the need to check their speedometers for accuracy.12th Nov 1940Box 147 \ 5  scan0173
List of petrol and oil consumption figures for experimental cars and lorries.1st Dec 1940Box 147 \ 5  scan0174
Comparative list of fuel consumption figures for various vehicles with different carburettor types.3rd Dec 1940Box 147 \ 5  scan0175
Historical inaccuracy of the 5th wheel speedometer and subsequent recalibration efforts.1st Jan 1941Box 147 \ 5  scan0176
Wheel and speedometer calibration, detailing error calculations and recommendations for future testing.1st Jan 1941Box 147 \ 5  scan0177
Requesting the handover and maintenance of charts for cylinder bore wear, oil, and petrol consumption.24th Mar 1941Box 147 \ 5  scan0178
Petrol consumption comparison between two different chassis configurations.1st Apr 1941Box 147 \ 5  scan0179
Petrol rationing applications, allowances, and cancellations for three individuals.8th Apr 1941Box 147 \ 5  scan0180
Short memo from Rm to Bly regarding petrol consumption figures.1st Jul 1941Box 147 \ 5  scan0181
Table comparing constant speed petrol consumption for various vehicle models.27th Jun 1941Box 147 \ 5  scan0182
Letter from Rotol Airscrews Ltd. requesting petrol consumption figures lost in the blitz for the Secretary of Mines Department.27th Jun 1941Box 147 \ 5  scan0183
Performance and consumption test report focusing on 1-RT-1 carburation.4th Sep 1941Box 147 \ 5  scan0184
Notes on carburetter settings, discussing performance, economy, and cold weather issues.4th Sep 1941Box 147 \ 5  scan0185
Carburetter settings for cold weather, detailed carburetter specifications, and an investigation into the engine running on after being switched off.4th Sep 1941Box 147 \ 5  scan0186
Engine trouble, specifically backfiring after shut-off causing difficult hot starts.4th Sep 1941Box 147 \ 5  scan0187
Performance test report showing an acceleration curve, fuel consumption, and vehicle specifications.30th Sep 1941Box 147 \ 5  scan0188
Performance review of a motor car, noting good petrol consumption but issues with fan noise and a groaning servo.30th Sep 1941Box 147 \ 5  scan0189
Notes on the relative merits and fuel consumption of fixed choke and expanding carburettors.4th Sep 1941Box 147 \ 5  scan0190
Comparative analysis of Stromberg and S.U. carburettors, focusing on fuel consumption and features.4th Sep 1941Box 147 \ 5  scan0191
Comparison of SU and Stromberg carburettor characteristics, discussing performance, simplicity, and tuning.4th Sep 1941Box 147 \ 5  scan0192
Comparison of SU and Stromberg carburettors, discussing idling performance and adaptability to automatic chokes.20th Oct 1941Box 147 \ 5  scan0193
Issues with hot-spotting and carburettors, outlining three potential future design choices.20th Oct 1941Box 147 \ 5  scan0194
Letter responding negatively to an inquiry about improving petrol consumption on a 25/30 HP car.2nd May 1942Box 147 \ 5  scan0195
Letter of complaint regarding high fuel consumption of a 'Rolls' car, chassis number GTL.79.4th May 1942Box 147 \ 5  scan0196
Record of pool petrol used by private and transport vehicles for the week ending 22nd January 1944.24th Jan 1944Box 147 \ 5  scan0197
Monthly oil and petrol consumption figures for various vehicles for December 1943.27th Jan 1944Box 147 \ 5  scan0198
Record of Pool petrol usage by private and transport vehicles for the week ending 29th January, 1944.30th Jan 1944Box 147 \ 5  scan0199
Record of Pool petrol usage for private cars and transport vehicles for the week ending 5th February 1944.7th Feb 1944Box 147 \ 5  scan0200
Record of Pool petrol used by private cars and transport vehicles for the week ending 12th February 1944.15th Feb 1944Box 147 \ 5  scan0201
Record of Pool petrol used by private and transport vehicles for the week ending 19th February, 1944.21th Feb 1944Box 147 \ 5  scan0202
Record of pool petrol used by private and transport vehicles for the week ending 4th March, 1944.6th Mar 1944Box 147 \ 5  scan0203
Record of Pool petrol used by private and transport vehicles at the Clan Foundry, Belper, for the week ending 11th March 1944.13th Mar 1944Box 147 \ 5  scan0204
Record of Pool petrol usage for private and transport vehicles for the week ending 18th March 1944.18th Mar 1944Box 147 \ 5  scan0205
Record of Pool petrol used by private and transport vehicles for the week ending 25th March, 1944.27th Mar 1944Box 147 \ 5  scan0206
Bensport accelerator pedal, comparing it to one made for Peregrine.10th Sep 1932Box 147 \ 5  scan0207
Sending drawing N.sch.3617 for modified clutch and brake pedals to suit the J.1. engine.8th Dec 1932Box 147 \ 5  scan0208
Improvements to the 'Bensport Pedals' arrangement on the No.2 car for driver comfort.24th Apr 1933Box 147 \ 5  scan0209
Noise complaint regarding Bensport Pedals and the proposed solution.8th May 1933Box 147 \ 5  scan0210
Spherically mounted Bensport Pedal Shaft designed to overcome excessive wear.19th May 1933Box 147 \ 5  scan0211
Accessibility issues with the Bensport accelerator pedal and a proposed modification.19th May 1933Box 147 \ 5  scan0212
Redesign of the Bensport Brake Pedal Stop, stiffening it and reducing material gauge.19th May 1933Box 147 \ 5  scan0213
Fitment of a Bentley spherical pedal shaft to a 10,000 miles test car.12th Sep 1933Box 147 \ 5  scan0214


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