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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.U. Carburetter Co. Ltd. confirming the use of an oiled silk insert in G.5 diaphragms.7th Jun 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0326
Instruction to create a scheme for a single standby petrol pump and changeover switch for the Phantom III.8th Jun 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0327
Request to have the petrol pipe fitted outside the frame, similar to the fitting on car 32-EX.10th May 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0328
Internal request for a 12-volt accumulator for a Phantom III petrol pump test rig.10th Jun 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0329
Requesting a scheme for positioning an AC mechanical pump on the engine frame.11th Jun 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0330
Official order for pump diaphragm assemblies to be sent to the S.U. Co.12th Sep 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0331
Internal order for a 12-volt accumulator required for the Phantom III petrol pump test rig in the Experimental Department.12th Jun 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0332
Letter to The S.U. Company Ltd. regarding an order for high pressure pumps and diaphragm assemblies.12th Jun 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0333
Request to manufacture six sets of brackets and rubber bases for an HP petrol pump.14th Jun 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0334
Conference memo regarding the placement and necessity of a third petrol pump for the Phantom III model.14th Jun 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0335
Quotation from James Booth & Company (1915) Limited for the supply of Beryllium Bronze Rod.16th Jun 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0336
Letter from James Booth & Company regarding the properties and suitability of Beryllium Bronze.31th May 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0337
From James Booth & Company concerning the corrosion-fatigue resistance of Beryllium Bronze.31th May 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0338
General description of the alloy Beryllium Bronze, detailing its composition and mechanical properties.31th May 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0339
The physical and mechanical properties of Beryllium Bronze, including its density and thermal conductivity compared to other alloys.31th May 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0340
Comparison of the electrical conductivity and thermal expansion properties of beryllium bronze against other materials.31th May 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0341
The thermal expansion coefficients and mechanical properties of various metals and alloys.31th May 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0342
The mechanical properties and heat-treatment process for Beryllium Bronze.31th May 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0343
The heat treatment, mechanical properties, and various applications of beryllium bronze.31th May 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0344
Page detailing the applications and endurance of beryllium bronze for tools compared to other metals.17th Jun 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0345
The positioning and design of petrol pumps for the Phantom III model.17th Jun 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0346
New high-pressure pump scheme for the Phantom III chassis.18th Jun 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0347
Inquiry into the number of petrol pump failures attributed to heat.18th Jun 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0348
Inquiry regarding petrol pump failures and the percentage attributed to temperature.18th Jun 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0349
Letter to AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding a dimensional variance on a T type fuel pump.21th Jun 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0350
Petrol pump troubles due to heat on the Phantom III model.23th Jun 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0351
Petrol pump switches for the Phantom III chassis.23th Jun 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0352
Requesting a test setup for an AC fuel pump on a Wraith engine.24th Jun 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0353
Request for the supply of 3 Phantom III and 2 Bentley petrol pumps to the test department.24th Jun 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0354
The production of S.U. petrol pump magnet pots and manufacturing tolerances.24th Jun 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0355
Urgent request for a new petrol supply scheme for the Wraith III & Bentley III chassis.24th Jun 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0356
Responding to suggestions regarding petrol pumps, outlining views and modifications.24th Jun 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0357
Petrol pump failures caused by heat and excessive gassing of the petrol.24th Jun 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0358
Suggestion to add an 'off' position to the petrol pump switch on the Phantom III model to manage carburettor flooding.25th Jun 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0359
Communication confirming a query has been sent to the Depots regarding petrol pump troubles.25th Jun 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0360
Letter to The S.U. Company Ltd. concerning missing parts, incorrect materials, and production limits for high-pressure pumps.25th Jun 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0361
The Phantom III petrol pump being made without fuses, discussing the fire risk and policy.26th Jun 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0362
Instruction to fit a high-pressure pump and fuses to chassis 37-EX.29th Jun 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0363
Planned introduction and configurations of high-pressure petrol pumps for the Phantom III chassis.30th Jun 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0364
Letter to The S.U. Company Ltd. regarding a dangerous feature on high pressure pumps causing the contact breaker bridge piece to break.5th Jul 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0365
Request to manufacture bushes and end cutters for the modification of S.U. petrol pumps.6th Jul 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0366
Instruction memo regarding the fitting of high-pressure petrol pumps to specific Phantom III cars.6th Jul 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0367
The delivery of mild steel magnet pots and an S.U. double pump with diaphragm assemblies.7th Jul 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0368
New marking 'C' for S.U. Petrol Pumps to indicate that pole pieces are central.8th Jul 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0369
Letter to I.M. Waller in France discussing fuel starvation issues and modifications on the 32-EX model.10th Jul 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0370
Petrol pump and filtration system for the Wraith model.10th Jul 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0371
Request to mount a Wraith type S.U. pump and mounting to chassis 24-G-VI.12th Jul 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0372
Letter from the Experimental Department to S.U. Carburettor Co. Ltd. requesting an urgent supply of double pumps.12th Jul 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0373
Dispatch of an HP petrol pump and spare brass rollers for car 32-EX.12th Jul 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0374
The introduction of a petrol pump in the frame for the Phantom III.12th Jul 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0375
Introduction of a petrol pump in the frame for the Phantom III model.12th Jul 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0376
Supply issues, failure causes, and repair procedures for S.U. Petrol Pumps.14th Jul 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0377
Despatch of S.U. petrol pump parts and changing the charge from the Experimental Dept. to the Paris Depot.14th Jul 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0378
Letter to the AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. enclosing a drawing for a modified AC fuel pump and requesting a sample.16th Jul 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0379
Instructions for the operation of dual petrol pumps on a Wraith 26-G-VI chassis.16th Jul 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0380
Request to make and supply petrol pipes for two different schemes for testing on vehicles 32-EX and 39-EX.2nd Aug 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0381
Letter to AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the supply and testing of a sample AT type fuel pump.2nd Aug 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0382
Instructions for centralizing the pole pieces on S.U. petrol pumps using a specific cutter and bush.3rd Aug 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0383
Scheme to couple an HP pump to the standard double pump for customer complaint cases, including plumbing and wiring instructions.4th Aug 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0384
Request to draw a scheme for the Wraith petrol pipe and tank.5th Aug 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0385
Follow-up letter from H.M. Hobson asking for a report on a sample K-S Electric Gauge.9th Aug 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0386
Request to despatch 4 sets of HP petrol pumps to Cricklewood for customer complaint cases.9th Aug 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0387
Instructions for fitting high-pressure pumps and associated parts to existing chassis.9th Aug 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0388
Letter to H.M. Components Ltd. advising that Mr. Dixon is on holiday and will reply upon his return.10th Aug 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0389
Petrol starvation tests for a 32-EX Phantom III with a modified high-pressure pump arrangement.17th Aug 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0390
Vehicle performance tests focusing on petrol starvation and acceleration issues under various conditions.17th Aug 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0391
Vehicle performance tests under extreme temperature and high altitude conditions, detailing engine starting and boiling issues.20th Aug 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0392
Vapour lock investigation, the merits of mechanically operated vs. electrical pumps, and flywheel inertia on overdrive models.20th Aug 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0393
Extract from a report concerning a mechanical petrol pump's susceptibility to vapour lock.28th Aug 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0394
S.U. pump failure on a Wraith 26.G.VI due to stiffened diaphragms after standing idle.31th Aug 1937Box 149 \ 4  scan0395
Departmental memo suggesting standard fitments for car chassis, including a tyre pump, dynamo, lifting jack, and oil syringe.17th Nov 1911Box 149 \ 5  scan0001
Proposed standard mechanical tyre pump and a previous concept for a compressed air reservoir.8th Jan 1912Box 149 \ 5  scan0002
Instruction regarding the arrangement for fitting and driving tyre pumps from a Packard car onto a chassis.22th Dec 1911Box 149 \ 5  scan0003
Minutes of a meeting discussing the fitting of a tyre pump from a Packard car to Mrs Shearman's Car 1790.29th Dec 1911Box 149 \ 5  scan0004
Fragment discussing the persuasion to fit a more suitable type of pump.11th Nov 1924Box 149 \ 5  scan0005
Performance test record for a tyre pump, noting strokes required for pressure and pump dimensions.25th Jan 1912Box 149 \ 5  scan0006
Requesting information on the maker of an Alton Tyre Pump for a customer.26th Feb 1912Box 149 \ 5  scan0007
Internal memorandum discussing the suitability and potential issues of an Atlas Tyre Pump for a customer.6th Mar 1912Box 149 \ 5  scan0008
Apology for a delay in finding the description of a pump in periodicals.9th Apr 1912Box 149 \ 5  scan0009
Test report on the performance of the Atlas Tyre Pump, recommending it for use.9th Apr 1912Box 149 \ 5  scan0010
Removal of a pump for further testing, with a handwritten follow-up instruction.18th Apr 1912Box 149 \ 5  scan0011
Extract from a report discussing the impracticality of including a complex, built-in power air pump for tyres.18th Apr 1912Box 149 \ 5  scan0012
Instructing that the provision of a suitable tyre pump for the car be added to the list of jobs.19th Nov 1912Box 149 \ 5  scan0013
Offer from A. Vermersch & Co. for a trial of a tyre inflator.19th Nov 1920Box 149 \ 5  scan0014
The supply of tyre pumps and Alemite lubricators to Rolls Royce of America.15th Dec 1920Box 149 \ 5  scan0015
Internal memorandum discussing an offer from Autyre Pumps Co. Ltd. for a mechanical tyre pump.13th Jan 1921Box 149 \ 5  scan0016
Requesting feedback and the return of papers concerning Lieut. Hampden's pump.1st Feb 1921Box 149 \ 5  scan0017
Request to Hives from DH to return a pump invented by Lieut. Hampden for review.16th Feb 1921Box 149 \ 5  scan0018
Telegram requesting the return of a pump and papers concerning Lieut Hampden.24th Feb 1921Box 149 \ 5  scan0019
Comparative testing of a Hampden Pump against a mechanical air pump designed by Mr. Royce.25th Feb 1921Box 149 \ 5  scan0020
Urgent internal memo concerning a report and the return of a pump belonging to Lieut. Geoffrey Hampden, R.N.26th Feb 1921Box 149 \ 5  scan0021
Instructing the Stores department to despatch a returned Hampden Pump.1st Mar 1921Box 149 \ 5  scan0022
Order for 'Renrut' pump connections from William Turner & Co.2nd Jun 1921Box 149 \ 5  scan0023
The despatch of a Kismet Foot Pump to the Stores department.20th Apr 1922Box 149 \ 5  scan0024
Request to compare a 'Renrut' Quadruple Air Compressor with foot pumps supplied by E.H.Hill Ltd.23th Jun 1922Box 149 \ 5  scan0025
Poor performance of the Dunlop Foot Pump compared to the currently supplied Nesthill Pump.23th Aug 1922Box 149 \ 5  scan0026
Retention of a 'Renrut' Quadruple Air Compressor and the need for a requisition.11th Sep 1922Box 149 \ 5  scan0027
Decision to keep or return a sample Falcon Foot Pump after testing.12th Sep 1922Box 149 \ 5  scan0028
Letter sending a sample Falcon Foot Pump for testing and price comparison against the currently used Dunlop pump.18th Aug 1922Box 149 \ 5  scan0029
The testing of a 'Falcon' tyre pump, concluding it is unsuitable.20th Sep 1922Box 149 \ 5  scan0030


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