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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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Use of leaded fuel in relation to producing a high-performance vehicle.19th Jan 1937Box 150 \ 1  scan0276
Investigating the causes of engine misfires in 25/30HP and Bentley cars.19th Jan 1937Box 150 \ 1  scan0277
Customer complaints of engine misfiring and spark plug issues in several chassis.12th Jan 1937Box 150 \ 1  scan0278
Correcting a report about customer issues with Ethyl lead fuel in Bentley cars.29th Jan 1937Box 150 \ 1  scan0279
Comparative tests for Bentley sparking plugs and fuel recommendations.29th Jan 1937Box 150 \ 1  scan0280
Results of tests on Bentley sparking plugs in comparison to other marques.30th Jan 1937Box 150 \ 1  scan0281
Customer complaints of misfiring and sparking plug issues in Bentley cars due to the use of Ethyl lead fuel.6th Feb 1937Box 150 \ 1  scan0282
Recommended mileage for decarbonisation on the Phantom III model.9th Feb 1937Box 150 \ 1  scan0283
Recommended mileage for engine decarbonisation and inspection of components like bearings and pistons.10th Feb 1937Box 150 \ 1  scan0284
Recommended mileage intervals for engine decarbonisation.15th Feb 1937Box 150 \ 1  scan0285
Letter from Shell-Mex House concerning an improvement to the anti-knock quality of their standard petrol.1st Mar 1937Box 150 \ 1  scan0286
Letter to Shell-Mex House regarding testing a new fuel from a local petrol pump.2nd Mar 1937Box 150 \ 1  scan0287
Confirming the receipt of 20 gallons of special shell petrol for testing.15th Mar 1937Box 150 \ 1  scan0288
The corrosive effects of leaded fuels on aluminium crankshaft caps and a suggestion to nickel plate them.25th Mar 1937Box 150 \ 1  scan0289
Minimal effect of leaded fuel on chassis units and concluding against the need for nickel coating.1st Apr 1937Box 150 \ 1  scan0290
Query regarding a new lead-free petrol from the Shell Group, claimed to have the qualities of Ethyl spirit.1st Apr 1937Box 150 \ 1  scan0291
The performance of a new shell fuel tested in a 4¼-litre Bentley, noting its inferiority regarding pinking.2nd Apr 1937Box 150 \ 1  scan0292
Letter from Ethyl Export Corporation to W. A. Robotham regarding spark plug problems and test results.26th Apr 1937Box 150 \ 1  scan0293
Letter to R. Banks of Ethyl Export Corporation arranging a meeting with Mr. Robotham.30th Apr 1937Box 150 \ 1  scan0294
Letter from Ethyl Export Corporation regarding the delivery of experimental Silchrome steel exhaust valves.21th Jun 1937Box 150 \ 1  scan0295
Letter to Ethyl Export Corporation regarding endurance testing of special XCR exhaust valves compared to standard KE.965 valves.23th Jun 1937Box 150 \ 1  scan0296
Letter to F.R. Banks of Ethyl Export Corporation regarding a booklet from the Glico people.25th Jun 1937Box 150 \ 1  scan0297
Letter from Ethyl Export Corporation discussing the contents and exaggerations within a booklet about fuel additives.28th Jun 1937Box 150 \ 1  scan0298
Summary of facts about Ethyl petrol produced by Redline-Glico, Ltd.12th Apr 1930Box 150 \ 1  scan0299
Reprint from The Lancet titled 'The Acquittal of Ethyl Petrol' alongside a foreword to a Q&A booklet on motor fuel.12th Apr 1930Box 150 \ 1  scan0300
Summary of facts about Ethyl Petrol, its properties, economy, and safety as determined by a Government Committee.12th Apr 1930Box 150 \ 1  scan0301
Frequently asked questions (FAQ) style document summarising the facts about Ethyl Petrol and its effect on engines.12th Apr 1930Box 150 \ 1  scan0302
Question and answer document summarizing the facts about Ethyl Petrol.12th Apr 1930Box 150 \ 1  scan0303
Question and answer summary regarding the properties and effects of Ethyl Petrol.12th Apr 1930Box 150 \ 1  scan0304
Question and answer document summarizing the facts about Ethyl Petrol.22th Jul 1937Box 150 \ 1  scan0305
Customer's query about recommended fuel for a 25/30 HP car abroad.22th Jul 1937Box 150 \ 1  scan0306
Follow-up request for a reply regarding fuel for the 25/30 HP model abroad.28th Jul 1937Box 150 \ 1  scan0307
Recommendation for the best fuel, 'Azure', for the 25/30 HP model when used abroad on the Continent.30th Jul 1937Box 150 \ 1  scan0308
Customer inquiry regarding the suitability of a specific brand of spirit fuel for their R.R. cars.7th Dec 1937Box 150 \ 1  scan0309
Letter responding to a customer query about the suitability of Regent Super No.1 petrol.10th Dec 1937Box 150 \ 1  scan0310
Cover letter from Ethyl Export Corporation regarding an attached copy of a previous letter.22th Dec 1937Box 150 \ 1  scan0311
Letter from Ethyl Export Corporation regarding a complaint about the company's negative stance on the use of Ethyl petrol.30th Jul 1937Box 150 \ 1  scan0312
Request to obtain 100 gallons of Discol petrol for use of experimental cars.4th Jan 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0313
Pros and cons of Discol fuel compared to Ethyl fuel, leading to a recommendation for its use.30th Mar 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0314
Comparison of the performance characteristics of Discol and Esso-Ethyl petrols.31th Jan 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0315
Petrol level and carburetter needle modifications when using Discol fuel compared to Ethyl.2nd Feb 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0316
Graph comparing the power and fuel consumption of Discol and Ethyl fuels at various RPMs, including valve timing specifications.2nd Feb 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0317
Graph comparing the detonating qualities of Ethyl and Discol fuels with standard air and exhaust silencers fitted.2nd Feb 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0318
Road test report comparing the performance of Discol and Ethyl petrols in a Bentley car.1st Apr 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0319
Table comparing maximum ignition advance settings for Ethyl and Discol fuels to avoid detonation.1st Apr 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0320
The use of 'Discol' fuel as an alternative to Ethyl leaded fuels.5th Apr 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0321
Letter to R. Banks of Ethyl Export Corporation acknowledging receipt of a paper on Supercharging.8th Apr 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0322
Letter from Ethyl Export Corporation regarding a paper on supercharging read at an SAE Meeting in Detroit.8th Apr 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0323
Cover letter from Ethyl Export Corporation regarding an attachment for a previous report.11th Apr 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0324
Paper on the fundamentals of supercharging, presented at a Society of Automotive Engineers meeting.28th Mar 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0325
Ethyl Gasoline Corporation research program into engine performance using superchargers.28th Mar 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0326
The influence of supercharging and compression ratio on engine performance metrics and temperatures.28th Mar 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0327
Description of the operation of equipment used for fuel flow timing and air-fuel ratio control.28th Mar 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0328
Analysis of engine test results focusing on gross power output, fuel economy, and manifold pressures under supercharged conditions.28th Mar 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0329
Data table and analysis of engine intake manifold depression and total boost at various speeds and compression ratios.28th Mar 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0330
Page detailing the formula for calculating the power charged to a supercharger, including definitions for all variables.28th Mar 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0331
Analysis of blower power requirements, power output, and fuel consumption for supercharged engines with varying compression ratios.28th Mar 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0332
Analysis of theoretical Otto air cycle efficiency, comparing supercharged and unsupercharged engine performance.28th Mar 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0333
Page correlating actual test horsepower data with theoretical calculations, including a heat balance table for an unsupercharged engine.28th Mar 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0334
Heat balance data for a supercharged engine at 5.55:1 and 4.25:1 compression ratios.28th Mar 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0335
Table and analysis of power increase from supercharging an engine with a 5.55 to 1 compression ratio.28th Mar 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0336
Page discussing the effects of supercharging on spark advance and exhaust gas/valve temperatures at different compression ratios.28th Mar 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0337
Page discussing the results from engine tests at 1000 r.p.m., comparing theoretical and actual performance with supercharging.28th Mar 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0338
Page detailing equations and theoretical calculations for engine power, work, and supercharging.28th Mar 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0339
Theoretical analysis of 'complete' and 'normal' engine scavenging cycles with associated calculations.28th Mar 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0340
Page detailing thermodynamic formulas for calculating work, charge, and scavenging in an engine cycle.28th Mar 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0341
Analysis of engine performance with supercharging, comparing actual results to theoretical cycle calculations.28th Mar 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0342
Analysis of supercharged engine performance, including power calculations, the effects of supercharging on exhaust gas temperature, and power air-fuel ratios.28th Mar 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0343
Heat balance and the effect of supercharging on octane requirements at 1000 R.P.M.28th Mar 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0344
Fuel octane requirements and the effects of supercharging on engine durability and spark plugs.28th Mar 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0345
The performance and durability testing of various engine valves and bearings under different operating conditions.22th Apr 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0346
Letter to F.R. Banks of Ethyl Export Corporation returning a paper on Supercharging.22th Apr 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0347
The petrol stock in the experimental garage tanks for the week ending 23rd April 1938.25th Apr 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0348
Letter from the Ethyl Export Corporation to W. A. Rowbotham arranging a visit to the Works.5th May 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0349
Letter to the Ethyl Export Corporation requesting to borrow Buick cars for performance testing at Brooklands.6th May 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0350
Letter from Ethyl Export Corporation regarding the performance and modification of a 1938 'Century' Buick.9th May 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0351
Letter to R. Banks of Ethyl Export Corporation arranging a meeting at Brooklands.10th May 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0352
Letter from the Ethyl Export Corporation confirming a meeting at Brooklands.13th May 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0353
Typed message from Robotham to Banks confirming a meeting time at Brooklands.18th May 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0354
Letter from Ethyl Export Corporation detailing performance figures for a modified Buick at Brooklands.27th May 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0355
Letter to Shell-Mex and B.P. Ltd. regarding the use of fuels by the Production Test and Experimental Departments.20th Dec 1938Box 150 \ 1  scan0356
Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. acknowledging receipt of three washers, part number EW. 1666.2nd May 1938Box 150 \ 2  scan0001
Invoice for a corrugated suction hose and requesting a covering order be issued.6th May 1938Box 150 \ 2  scan0002
Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. discussing the manufacturing tolerances of rubber washers for a filler cap.4th May 1938Box 150 \ 2  scan0003
Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. returning an original drawing dated February 8th.4th May 1938Box 150 \ 2  scan0004
Letter to Rotherham & Sons Ltd. regarding the modification of drain taps to include nickel depositing and fitting with a drain pipe.4th May 1938Box 150 \ 2  scan0005
Letter to John Marston, Ltd. regarding a drawing for a modified yoke for a B.50 radiator and the forthcoming delivery of machined parts.9th May 1938Box 150 \ 2  scan0006
Letter to the Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding washer dimensions.9th May 1938Box 150 \ 2  scan0007
Letter from Serck Radiators Limited discussing an experimental radiator, enclosing a sketch and mentioning drawings for tanks.10th May 1938Box 150 \ 2  scan0008
Letter from Serck Radiators Limited estimating the price of a sample radiator at £35.10th May 1938Box 150 \ 2  scan0009
Letter from The Avon India Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the manufacture of washers for a filler cap, part number EW.1666.11th May 1938Box 150 \ 2  scan0010
Letter to Serck Radiators Ltd. regarding the supply of a sample radiator matrix for testing.11th May 1938Box 150 \ 2  scan0011
Page 2 of a letter to Serck Radiators Ltd. thanking them for a works visit.11th May 1938Box 150 \ 2  scan0012
Order for Wraith production radiator filler parts for various experimental chassis.11th May 1938Box 150 \ 2  scan0013
Visits to radiator suppliers Serck Radiators Ltd. and John Marstons Ltd.12th May 1938Box 150 \ 2  scan0014
Discussions with supplier Marstons regarding the supply and modification of radiators and oil coolers.12th May 1938Box 150 \ 2  scan0015
Cooler orders, scrap charges, and the reconditioning of Mk.V matrices with supplier Messrs. Marston.12th May 1938Box 150 \ 2  scan0016
Design revisions and interchangeability of radiators for B.3 and B.50 models.12th May 1938Box 150 \ 2  scan0017
Revised radiator design for models B.3 and B.50.12th May 1938Box 150 \ 2  scan0018
Letter to a supplier requesting the manufacture of a curved hose connection, blueprint EB.3848, discussing potential quantities and tooling costs.13th May 1938Box 150 \ 2  scan0019


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