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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 Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the supply and testing of various spark plugs.19th Aug 1936Box 162 \ 3  img016
Customer complaint regarding poor performance, a flat spot at 50 m.p.h., and an oil leak on a 4 1/4 litre Bentley.22th Aug 1936Box 162 \ 3  img017
Investigation into customer complaints of engine fading and leaking shock absorbers.21th Aug 1936Box 162 \ 3  img018
Unrecorded invoices for spark plugs from AC-Sphinx and Champion.22th Sep 1936Box 162 \ 3  img019
Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. arranging a meeting to show samples of special plugs.29th Sep 1936Box 162 \ 3  img020
The trial of different sparking plugs on a Phantom III and a Bentley 4 1/4 litre trials car.30th Sep 1936Box 162 \ 3  img021
Letter to Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. to arrange a visit.30th Sep 1936Box 162 \ 3  img022
Trial of certain plugs on Phantom III & Bentley trials cars.1st Oct 1936Box 162 \ 3  img023
Receipt of various Champion plugs to be booked in free of charge.3rd Oct 1936Box 162 \ 3  img024
Recommending the continued use of the 831 LR sparking plug for the 25/30 HP chassis due to reliability and cost.13th Oct 1936Box 162 \ 3  img025
25/30 HP complaint regarding carburetter and plug trouble with the use of ethyl fuel.23th Oct 1936Box 162 \ 3  img026
Concluding statement regarding the removal of deposits by cleaning, compared to using mica plugs.28th Oct 1938Box 162 \ 3  img027
Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. confirming a technical engineer's visit.28th Oct 1938Box 162 \ 3  img028
Letter regarding the dispatch and testing of Champion LB.10 sparking plugs on a 25/30 car.28th Oct 1936Box 162 \ 3  img029
Arranging the forwarding of Champion spark plugs to France for testing on Chassis 22-G-V.28th Oct 1936Box 162 \ 3  img030
Requesting a follow-up on the dispatch of half a dozen Champion Sparking Plugs.28th Oct 1936Box 162 \ 3  img031
Cover memo for an attached report received from G.W. Hancock.29th Oct 1936Box 162 \ 3  img032
Order to be placed with Messrs Champion for various sparking plugs.14th Nov 1936Box 162 \ 3  img033
Request to the Champion Sparking Plug Co. for a trial supply of L8S sparking plugs.4th Nov 1936Box 162 \ 3  img034
Instructing the despatch of various parts for a Bentley Chassis.9th Nov 1936Box 162 \ 3  img035
Letter to Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding modifications for Bentley chassis spark plugs.9th Nov 1936Box 162 \ 3  img036
Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the supply of hotter plugs and terminals.10th Nov 1936Box 162 \ 3  img037
Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding modifications for a Bentley chassis sparking plug.11th Nov 1936Box 162 \ 3  img038
Follow-up letter from Imperial Airways Ltd. requesting a sparking plug and information.12th Nov 1936Box 162 \ 3  img039
The performance of Champion spark plugs fitted to 25/30 models to resolve ongoing troubles.23th Nov 1936Box 162 \ 3  img040
Resume of experience with sparking plug troubles, particularly on the Bentley chassis, using K.L.G. Mica insulated plugs with leaded fuel.4th Dec 1936Box 162 \ 3  img041
Analysis of experimental tests on mica spark plugs, detailing their faults and comparing them to ceramic alternatives.4th Dec 1936Box 162 \ 3  img042
The performance and market developments of Champion and K.L.G. spark plugs.4th Dec 1936Box 162 \ 3  img043
The testing of faulty K.L.G. sparking plugs returned from Bentley cars.14th Dec 1936Box 162 \ 3  img044
Letter chasing the delivery of Champion sparking plugs for testing on a Bentley chassis.15th Dec 1936Box 162 \ 3  img045
Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the delivery of LB.types plugs.16th Dec 1936Box 162 \ 3  img046
Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the supply of N.A.8 spark plugs and a Service Unit and Tester.17th Nov 1936Box 162 \ 3  img047
Requesting the purchase of a ceramic sparking plug cleaning machine from the Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd.14th Dec 1936Box 162 \ 3  img048
The failure and inspection of Champion Sparking Plugs from a 36-EX engine.30th Dec 1936Box 162 \ 3  img049
Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. confirming a telegram and arranging a visit to deliver special plugs.5th Jan 1937Box 162 \ 3  img050
To G.W. Hancock regarding the dispatch of Champion LB.9 plugs for testing on a Bentley.9th Jan 1937Box 162 \ 3  img051
Transfer of Champion sparking plugs for a Bentley Trials Car.11th Jan 1937Box 162 \ 3  img052
Query regarding which ignition plugs to use, AC or Champion, for a vehicle in France.11th Jan 1937Box 162 \ 3  img053
Receipt of Wakefield's oil, white metal bearings, and issues with unsuitable Champion LB.9 spark plugs.13th Jan 1937Box 162 \ 3  img054
Letter discussing the fitting and testing of various types of spark plugs.14th Jan 1937Box 162 \ 3  img055
Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the supply and stock of various spark plug types.20th Jan 1937Box 162 \ 3  img056
The performance and testing of K.L.G. Corundite, Bosch, and Lodge sparking plugs.22th Jan 1937Box 162 \ 3  img057
Letter to Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. requesting 72 type N.A.7 plugs.23th Jan 1937Box 162 \ 3  img058
Requesting a covering order for 72 type N.A.7. sparking plugs from the Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd.23th Jan 1937Box 162 \ 3  img059
Inquiry from Ethyl Export Corporation regarding tests of a 'Marathon' aviation spark plug.27th Jan 1937Box 162 \ 3  img060
Letter to Ethyl Export Corporation enquiring about a 'Marathon' spark plug from the Massa Company for testing.28th Jan 1937Box 162 \ 3  img061
Letter from Ethyl Export Corporation regarding an inquiry for a high duty plug.29th Jan 1937Box 162 \ 3  img062
Letter to the Champion Sparking Plug Co. requesting samples of their latest aero plugs for experimental testing.1st Feb 1937Box 162 \ 3  img063
Letter to Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. enquiring about the specifications and availability of type L.8 spark plugs for Bentley chassis.2nd Feb 1937Box 162 \ 3  img064
Availability of Phantom III sparking plugs.4th Feb 1937Box 162 \ 3  img065
Correction notice regarding the correct Champion sparking plugs for the 20HP model.4th Feb 1937Box 162 \ 3  img066
Failure of Champion LB.9 spark plugs after 719 miles and reverting to K.L.G. plugs.1st Mar 1937Box 162 \ 3  img067
The removal, inspection, and replacement of K.L.G. and Champion spark plugs in two Bentley cars.13th Mar 1937Box 162 \ 3  img068
The despatch of K.L.G. plugs for Sg's car.24th Mar 1937Box 162 \ 3  img069
The failure of experimental plugs in car 61-FC after 1614 miles.25th Mar 1937Box 162 \ 3  img070
Misfiring of E.27-KLG plugs in a customer's car due to overheating.25th Mar 1937Box 162 \ 3  img071
Serious misfiring and overheating issues of E.27-KLG plugs.25th Mar 1937Box 162 \ 3  img072
Request to dispatch six plugs (FL8.30X) to Lillie Hall to be fitted to a Bentley chassis.2nd Apr 1937Box 162 \ 3  img073
The testing of K.L.G. type FLS.30X spark plugs removed from a Bentley chassis.2nd Apr 1937Box 162 \ 3  img074
Letter from an accumulator manufacturer discussing the performance of different spark plugs in Bentley cars.3rd Apr 1937Box 162 \ 3  img075
Letter acknowledging customer feedback on plugs and requesting their return for examination.4th Apr 1937Box 162 \ 3  img076
Fitting Kerundite Sparking Plugs to all car types and requesting delivery rate information from K.L.G. Co.7th Apr 1937Box 162 \ 3  img077
Required quantity of 'Corundite' sparking plugs for various chassis models.9th Apr 1937Box 162 \ 3  img078
The supply and distribution plan for 'Corundite' sparking plugs.9th Apr 1937Box 162 \ 3  img079
Returning a K.L.G. E.27 sparking plug removed from Chassis B-56-B.N. for examination and repair.10th Apr 1937Box 162 \ 3  img080
Sending electrical specifications to manufacturers and clarifying production testing requirements.11th Jun 1937Box 162 \ 3  img081
The performance of K.L.G. 929B ignition plugs tested in Kestrel VI engines on a 'Heyford' aircraft.14th Apr 1937Box 162 \ 3  img082
Performance and testing of Champion and K.L.G. sparking plugs in a Bentley 6.B.IV.9th Jan 1937Box 162 \ 3  img083
Request from Excelsior Motor Company for spark plug terminals for their racing motorcycle engines.26th May 1937Box 162 \ 3  img084
Letter from Ethyl Export Corporation concerning sparking plug trouble, enclosing correspondence from the United States.28th May 1937Box 162 \ 3  img085
Letter from Ethyl Gasoline Corporation regarding views on spark plug failure and testing on various car makes.18th May 1937Box 162 \ 3  img086
Letter to Excelsior Motor Co. Ltd. confirming the availability of Phantom III ignition terminals.31th May 1937Box 162 \ 3  img087
Request to despatch six Phantom III type plug terminals to the Excelsior Motor Co. Ltd.4th Jun 1937Box 162 \ 3  img089
Sending six ignition plug terminals to The Excelsior Motor Co. Ltd.4th Jun 1937Box 162 \ 3  img090
Design flaws found in a new type of ignition plug terminal.11th Jun 1937Box 162 \ 3  img091
Faults and potential design improvements for the Phantom III ignition plug terminals and high tension wires.11th Jun 1937Box 162 \ 3  img092
Modified terminal and the use of Helax high tension wire for production.11th Jun 1937Box 162 \ 3  img093
Sketches of a cable terminal clip from three views with handwritten design notes.14th Jun 1937Box 162 \ 3  img094
Policy on using old versus new K.L.G. spark plugs in Bentley production due to issues with Ethyl petrol.14th Jun 1937Box 162 \ 3  img095
Letter from Peto & Radford regarding the performance of experimental plugs after a 1500-mile test.2nd Jul 1937Box 162 \ 3  img096
Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. to Mr. H. West, requesting a meeting with Mr. H. W. Irving.23th Aug 1937Box 162 \ 3  img098
Letter to the Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. to arrange a meeting.24th Aug 1937Box 162 \ 3  img099
Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. addressing the objection that their plugs are not made in Great Britain.7th Sep 1937Box 162 \ 3  img100
Photograph of the Champion Sparking Plug Company factory.9th Sep 1937Box 162 \ 3  img101
To order N.A.8 and L.B.8 type plugs from the Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd.9th Sep 1937Box 162 \ 3  img102
Letter to Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. declining a recommendation but ordering 2 sets of their plugs for testing on the latest chassis.10th Sep 1937Box 162 \ 3  img103
Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. confirming an order for spark plugs and terminals.20th Sep 1937Box 162 \ 3  img104
Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. requesting a report on tested plugs and advice for their new recommendation chart for 1938.15th Nov 1937Box 162 \ 3  img105
Testing of three different sets of sparking plugs for the Wraith model.16th Nov 1937Box 162 \ 3  img106
Order request for sparking plugs from the Champion Sparking Plug Co.4th Dec 1937Box 162 \ 3  img107
Notes on the performance and wear of spark plugs and other ignition components on cars 6.B.IV & 26.G.VI.2nd Mar 1938Box 162 \ 3  img108
The testing and replacement of spark plugs and other components at various mileages.11th Mar 1938Box 162 \ 3  img109
Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the official approval of their products for advertising purposes.22th Mar 1938Box 162 \ 3  img110
Letter to Champion Sparking Plug Co. inquiring about the manufacturing location of their insulators.23th Mar 1938Box 162 \ 3  img111
Letter to Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. enquiring about the manufacturing origin of their insulators.23th Mar 1938Box 162 \ 3  img112
Promotional leaflet for E.R. sparking plugs, explaining their benefits, pricing, and maintenance.26th Apr 1938Box 162 \ 3  img113
Letter detailing the dispatch and fitting instructions for 'NER-MIS' adaptors.26th Apr 1938Box 162 \ 3  img114
The investigation and diagnosis of engine misfires on a customer's car.6th May 1938Box 162 \ 3  img115
Faulty plug and coil being brought in for examination, while other parts were left fitted to the car.6th May 1938Box 162 \ 3  img116
Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. requesting permission to state their plugs are 'Officially Tested and Approved' in their literature.9th May 1938Box 162 \ 3  img117


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