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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 the Ethyl Export Corporation regarding the variation of compression ratio with different octane numbered fuels.13th Nov 1935Box 150 \ 1  scan0076
Letter regarding tests and guarantee issues with the 'Driscol Alcohol Blend' fuel from Cleveland Petroleum Products Co.13th Nov 1935Box 150 \ 1  scan0077
Letter from Cleveland Petroleum Products Co. regarding tests on their Cleveland Discot fuel.1st Oct 1935Box 150 \ 1  scan0078
Letter from Cleveland Petroleum Products Co. regarding the use of alcohol fuel in cars and its effect on the vehicle guarantee.11th Nov 1935Box 150 \ 1  scan0079
Suitability and guarantee implications of using Cleveland Discol alcohol blend fuel.14th Nov 1935Box 150 \ 1  scan0080
Brief note acknowledging interesting information regarding Cleveland Discol Alcohol Blend Fuel.15th Nov 1935Box 150 \ 1  scan0081
Corrosive effects of Cleveland Discol alcohol-blend fuel on various metals.21th Nov 1935Box 150 \ 1  scan0082
Company's recommendation on the use of Cleveland Discol fuel in their vehicles.23th Nov 1935Box 150 \ 1  scan0083
Letter from Ethyl Export Corporation detailing the octane ratings of two tested fuel samples.26th Nov 1935Box 150 \ 1  scan0084
Letter to The Ethyl Export Corporation discussing the octane values of Benzol mixtures versus Ethyl.28th Nov 1935Box 150 \ 1  scan0085
Letter from Ethyl Export Corporation discussing the relative octane values of benzol mixtures and Ethyl petrol.29th Nov 1935Box 150 \ 1  scan0086
Brief typed memo to W.A. Robotham regarding a matter with interesting results.29th Nov 1935Box 150 \ 1  scan0087
Performance curve sheet for a Skinner Motor slide valve engine test.28th Aug 1935Box 150 \ 1  scan0088
Potential recommendation of Cleveland Discol fuel and its associated gumming issues.10th Dec 1935Box 150 \ 1  scan0089
The corrosive effects of a product named 'Discol' on various metals.14th Oct 1935Box 150 \ 1  scan0090
Corrosive effects of 'Discol' fuel due to moisture absorption by its alcohol content.15th Oct 1935Box 150 \ 1  scan0091
The non-recommendation of Cleveland Discol fuel due to insufficient experience and plans for future testing.12th Dec 1935Box 150 \ 1  scan0092
The lack of experience with Cleveland Discol fuel and a proposal to test it for 12 months.16th Dec 1935Box 150 \ 1  scan0093
Telegraph arranging a lunch meeting and clarifying a mistake regarding a paper.3rd Jun 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0094
Letter to The Ethyl Export Corporation requesting information on lead-treated exhaust pipes to prevent corrosion.4th Jan 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0095
Letter from Ethyl Export Corporation discussing treatments for exhaust pipes to prevent corrosion from Ethyl gasoline.6th Jan 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0096
Article on the application and testing of Calorized refinery pipe still tubes.28th Mar 1935Box 150 \ 1  scan0097
The properties and performance of Calorized steels under various test conditions including stress, temperature, and corrosion.28th Mar 1935Box 150 \ 1  scan0098
Article from The Oil and Gas Journal discussing the application, creep stress, and performance of Calorized steel tubes in refinery services.28th Mar 1935Box 150 \ 1  scan0099
Letter inquiring about materials for exhaust systems, discussing metallization, ethyl gasoline corrosion, and exhaust valves.7th Jan 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0100
Letter from Ethyl Export Corporation discussing materials and processes like 'fescolizing' and chromium plating for engine exhaust systems.8th Jan 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0101
Letter from Ethyl Export Corporation regarding the lead treatment of exhaust pipes on American automobiles.28th Feb 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0102
Letter discussing the feasibility and history of lead treatment for the inside of exhaust pipes.19th Feb 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0103
The second page of a typed letter from Julian J. Frey.30th Mar 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0104
Letter from Ethyl Export Corporation regarding valve steel and bearing material tests for Bentley and Plymouth engines.30th Mar 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0105
Letter to F.R. Banks of The Ethyl Export Corporation regarding a new bearing material.31th Mar 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0106
Letter from Ethyl Export Corporation to W. A. Robotham regarding a missed meeting at a race track.30th Apr 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0107
Confirmation of a telegram received regarding a meeting at Brooklands track.30th Apr 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0108
Telegram to F.R. Banks of Ethyl Export Corp. arranging a meeting at Brooklands track.30th Apr 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0109
Letter discussing Silcrome X valves with Stellite facing and the acquisition of a Rolls Bentley engine.4th May 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0110
Query regarding whether the standardising spark plugs for PIII, 20/25 and big bore Bentley models are compatible with Ethyl fuel.21th May 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0111
Use of Ethyl lead spirits versus Benzole mixtures in Bentley cars, considering issues like 'pinking' and effects on spark plugs.18th May 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0112
Effects of Benzole mixtures and Ethyl petrol on Bentley cars.18th May 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0113
Recommendation and use of Ethyl petrol in Bentley cars, including notes on sparking plugs and engine detonation.23th May 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0114
Use of Ethyl petrol in specific car models and seeking confirmation of protection measures before stocking.2nd Jun 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0115
Letter to F.R. Banks of The Ethyl Export Corporation regarding engine seat erosion issues and fuel mixtures.12th Jun 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0116
Letter from the Ethyl Export Corporation regarding the absence of Mr. Banks.13th Jun 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0117
Urgent request for 50 gallons of 'National Benzol Mixture' for high power Bentley development.15th Jun 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0118
Engine pinking in trials cars, recommending the use of Ethyl fuel over Shell No.1 petrol.16th Jun 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0119
To pass an order for 12 gallons of petrol.17th Jun 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0120
Announcing the arrival of two papers on high octane and aircraft engine fuel from the U.S.A.17th Jun 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0121
Clarifying the wording for the 4¼-litre Instruction Book regarding the use of Ethyl petrol.17th Jun 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0122
The wording for the 4 1/4-litre instruction book.19th Jun 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0123
Instruction book leaflet update regarding the use of ethyl petrol in the 4¼ Litre Bentley.18th Jun 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0124
Letter from Ethyl Export Corporation discussing valve seat insert materials and fitting methods for engines.29th Jun 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0125
Letter to W. A. Robotham discussing fuel performance, engine inserts for the Bentley, and arranging a meeting.29th Jun 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0126
Suitability of Ethyl petrol for their engines, especially the Bentley.29th Jun 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0127
Use of Ethyl petrol, its effects on spark plugs, and when to recommend its use for different chassis, including Bentley.1st Jul 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0128
Confusion and clarifying the use of Ethyl fuel in specific car models.1st Jul 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0129
The circulation of information to depots about the use of Ethyl Petrol.3rd Jul 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0130
Ethyl Petrol, referencing previous correspondence and a Depot Sheet.3rd Jul 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0131
Technical sheet regarding the use of Ethyl (leaded) petrol in Bentley, 25/30, and Phantom III models.3rd Jul 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0132
The suitability of Bentley models for Ethyl petrol.3rd Jul 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0133
Necessity of using Ethyl fuel based on vehicle mileage below 10,000 miles.6th Jul 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0134
Night letter cablegram regarding severe misfiring with mica plugs on leaded fuel.9th Jul 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0135
The historical use of Ethyl petrol brands in France since 1928, predating their use in Bentley cars.9th Jul 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0136
Letter from the Ethyl Export Corporation regarding issues with mica spark plugs and a request for samples.15th Jul 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0137
Troubleshooting Mica plug issues with help from the Ethyl Export Corporation.16th Jul 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0138
Letter from Shell-Mex requesting approval for extreme pressure lubricants and 'Ethyl' petrol, and to arrange a meeting.24th Jul 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0139
Letter to L.G. Callingham of Shell-Mex House regarding the postponement of a meeting.25th Jul 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0140
Letter from Shell-Mex House to E. W. Hives arranging a meeting after August 10th.27th Jul 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0141
Seeking clarification on whether Depot Sheet No. 306 covers ethyl-lead-alcohol petrol blends.27th Jul 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0142
Quality and composition of various petrol grades available in France, including ethyl-lead spirits.25th Jul 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0143
Seeking clarification if Depot Sheet No. 306 covers ethyl-lead-alcohol petrol blends available on the Continent.27th Jul 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0144
Letter discussing the composition and quality of various petrols available in France.25th Jul 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0145
Letter from Cleveland Petroleum Products regarding tests of their Discol fuel in a Bentley car and a new blend for the Ulster T.T. Race.29th Jul 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0146
Letter to F. R. Banks of The Ethyl Export Corporation regarding a report on aircraft engines and a query about automobile work.29th Jul 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0147
Letter from Woodford Motor Co. requesting advice on the suitability of Discol petrol for a 4 1/4 litre Rolls-Bentley.28th Jul 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0148
Letter to The Ethyl Export Corporation with a questionnaire regarding misfiring issues on K.L.G. 850 plugs used with Ethyl fuel.28th Jul 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0149
Page 2 of a letter asking a question about depositing lead oxide on spark plug electrodes.29th Jul 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0150
Letter from Ethyl Export Corporation discussing sparking plug issues and recommendations.29th Jul 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0151
Letter offering B.G. plugs for an engine and arranging a visit to Derby.29th Jul 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0152
Letter responding to an inquiry about the suitability of Cleveland Discol petrol for a 4 1/4 litre Bentley.30th Jul 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0153
Letter from Ethyl Export Corporation regarding the American motor car situation, including radiators, spark plugs, and overdrives.30th Jul 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0154
Engine oil performance, bearings, tappets, and other automotive components.30th Jul 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0155
Letter discussing enclosed reports, the Bentley spark plug situation, and arranging a meeting.30th Jul 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0156
Letter from Ethyl Export Corporation enclosing photostats of tests on a supercharged Buick engine.31th Jul 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0157
Graph showing the relationship between exhaust valve/gas temperatures and engine speed under different compression ratios.11th Jun 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0158
Performance graph showing the effect of supercharging on power and brake mean effective pressure for a Buick 40-1936 engine.11th Jun 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0159
Proposal to amend Depot Sheet No. 306 regarding the recommended use of leaded petrols on the continent.4th Aug 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0160
Letter to The Cleveland Petroleum Products Co. Ltd. declining to undertake work on a new fuel.6th Aug 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0161
Letter concerning a paper on valves and seatings, and the fuel used in the French Grand Prix.6th Aug 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0162
Fuel sensitivity and engine knock tests conducted on a 3 1/2 Litre Bentley car at Brooklands.6th Aug 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0163
Results of engine knock tests and vehicle performance measurements.6th Aug 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0164
Conclusions report on an engine performance test regarding fuel types, spark plugs, and engine knock.7th Aug 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0165
The use of leaded and alcohol petrol mixtures available on the continent.7th Aug 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0166
Letter from Shell-Mex detailing the results of performance tests on a 3 1/2 litre Bentley at Brooklands.7th Aug 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0167
The concluding page of a letter arranging a future meeting with Mr. Todd.7th Aug 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0168
Letter to Ethyl Export Corporation regarding the laboratory examination of K.L.G. sparking plugs removed from a Bentley chassis due to misfiring.7th Aug 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0169
Arranging the dispatch of used and new K.L.G. type 850 sparking plugs on loan to The Ethyl Export Corporation for laboratory examination.7th Aug 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0170
Letter of appreciation from Ethyl Export Corporation for the loan of a 4 1/4 litre Bentley.10th Aug 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0171
Letter from Cleveland-Petroleum Products Co. concerning the use of their 'Discol' petrol blend in a new Bentley.11th Aug 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0172
Letter from Cleveland Petroleum Products Company regarding the performance of their 'Discol' alcohol blend fuel and its suitability for Bentley cars.11th Aug 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0173
Thank you letter to Mr. Bevan of Ethyl Export Corporation regarding his run on a 4 1/4 Litre Bentley.11th Aug 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0174
Letter to Cleveland Petroleum Products Co. providing observations on their Discol fuel, comparing it with Ethyl and discussing tests on a Bentley.12th Aug 1936Box 150 \ 1  scan0175


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