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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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K.L.G. plugs received from the Paris Depot for a Trials Car, to be handed to the Experimental Department.9th Dec 1938Box 162 \ 5  img091
Wear on a set of sparking plugs and requesting further details on their usage conditions and mileage.16th Dec 1938Box 162 \ 5  img092
Letter to Bentley Motors Ltd. regarding worn spark plugs from a trials car, chassis B.35.KU.20th Dec 1938Box 162 \ 5  img093
Internal request to obtain 4 dozen K.L.G. type 827 sparking plugs.29th Dec 1938Box 162 \ 5  img094
KLG ignition plug that was removed from a Bentley due to misfiring when accelerating.12th Jan 1939Box 162 \ 5  img095
The testing and performance of K.L.G. FLB.50.X type spark plugs on Bentley cars.23th Jan 1939Box 162 \ 5  img096
Photograph of a broken two-piece spark plug.23th Jan 1939Box 162 \ 5  img097
Photograph of a broken spark plug, shown in two pieces.25th Apr 1939Box 162 \ 5  img098
Letter from K.L.G. Sparking Plugs regarding the manufacture of twelve FIB.30x plugs with platinum iridium tips.25th Apr 1939Box 162 \ 5  img099
Letter to K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Ltd. acknowledging the receipt of twelve platinum iridium tipped sparking plugs for testing.28th Apr 1939Box 162 \ 5  img100
Letter from K.L.G Sparking Plugs Ltd. to Bentley Motors Ltd. seeking confirmation that their plugs were used in a record-breaking car at Brooklands.11th Aug 1939Box 162 \ 5  img101
Letter to K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Ltd. confirming the plug model fitted to a Bentley car.22th Aug 1939Box 162 \ 5  img102
Letter from K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Limited acknowledging receipt of an earlier letter.23th Aug 1939Box 162 \ 5  img103
Letter to K.L.G. Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. requesting a hotter running plug due to issues caused by poor quality petrol.24th Feb 1940Box 162 \ 5  img104
Letter from K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Limited regarding a follow-up meeting.6th Mar 1940Box 162 \ 5  img105
Letter from K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Ltd. regarding the development and testing of face-firing spark plugs.7th Jun 1940Box 162 \ 5  img106
Querying test bed results for KLG spark plugs and noting readiness to run Lodge plugs.26th Aug 1940Box 162 \ 5  img107
Internal request to purchase 1 gross of 14 mm plug washers from K.L.G. Sparking Plugs Ltd.20th Dec 1940Box 162 \ 5  img108
Letter from K.L.G Sparking Plugs confirming they can improve the FLB.30x plug and will investigate a rival plug.15th May 1941Box 162 \ 5  img109
Letter to K.L.G. Sparking Plug, Ltd. regarding the performance of their spark plugs compared to Champion models and requesting a trial set.10th May 1941Box 162 \ 5  img110
Request to order sealing washers and distance pieces from KLG Sparking Plugs Ltd.17th Feb 1942Box 162 \ 5  img111
Letter from Lodge Plugs Limited requesting the results of tests on special Steatite Plugs.21th Jan 1921Box 162 \ 6  img001
Follow-up letter from Lodge Plugs Limited regarding a quotation for new pattern all-steatite plugs.8th Sep 1921Box 162 \ 6  img002
Letter from Lodge Plugs Limited confirming a proposed meeting time with Mr. Hives.16th Sep 1921Box 162 \ 6  img003
Request to order 3 dozen Lodge sparking plugs with steatite insulation for experimental purposes.3rd Oct 1921Box 162 \ 6  img004
Testing and potential use of Lodge X601 sparking plugs.1st Oct 1921Box 162 \ 6  img005
Instructing the Stores to despatch a sample Lodge Sparking Plug to Mr. Royce for examination.10th Oct 1921Box 162 \ 6  img006
Letter from Lodge Plugs regarding Long Reach Plugs and a new all-steatite plug.26th Oct 1920Box 162 \ 6  img007
Covering memo for a standardisation sheet concerning experiment X.4425 on Lodge Steatite Plugs.1st Oct 1921Box 162 \ 6  img008
Standardisation sheet for Lodge Steatite Plugs, requesting cost details.31th Oct 1921Box 162 \ 6  img009
Cover note for a standardisation sheet regarding Lodge Steatite Plugs.31th Oct 1921Box 162 \ 6  img010
Cover memo for a standardisation sheet concerning an experiment on Lodge Steatite Plugs, Model Z.22.16th Nov 1921Box 162 \ 6  img011
Cover letter forwarding correspondence from The Lodge Plugs Limited regarding an order for 3 dozen spark plugs.19th Nov 1921Box 162 \ 6  img012
Copy of a letter from The Lodge Plugs Limited asking for feedback on the performance of their Steatite Plugs.17th Nov 1921Box 162 \ 6  img013
Standardisation of chassis parts for the adoption of Lodge Steatite Plugs, model L.22.31th Oct 1921Box 162 \ 6  img014
Letter to The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. regarding the return of 6 fused Steatite Sparking Plugs from a small car engine.5th Dec 1921Box 162 \ 6  img015
Despatch of 6 sparking plugs to The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. for examination and testing.12th Dec 1921Box 162 \ 6  img016
Letter from Lodge Plugs Limited regarding the fusing of glaze on Model C plugs during engine testing.8th Dec 1921Box 162 \ 6  img017
Letter from L.S.P. Co. Ltd. discussing the performance, testing, and materials of spark plugs.8th Dec 1921Box 162 \ 6  img018
Page 2 of a letter from Lodge Plugs Limited awaiting a reply and enclosing a credit note.8th Dec 1912Box 162 \ 6  img019
Credit note memorandum regarding the return of 6 Lodge Sparking plugs to Messrs. Lodge Ltd.12th Dec 1921Box 162 \ 6  img020
Letter from Lodge Plugs Limited concerning the exchange and features of spark plugs for racing engines.12th Dec 1921Box 162 \ 6  img021
Invoice from Lodge Plugs Limited for the supply of six model 'Z27' sparking plugs.12th Dec 1921Box 162 \ 6  img022
Letter to The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the failure of spark plugs due to overheating and requesting different insulators.13th Dec 1921Box 162 \ 6  img023
Letter to The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the failure of Z27 plugs and a request for more to test.25th Jan 1922Box 162 \ 6  img024
Instructing the Stores to despatch 6 sparking plugs to Messrs. Lodge, Rugby for testing.19th Feb 1921Box 162 \ 6  img025
Correspondence with the Lodge company about sparking plugs.7th Feb 1922Box 162 \ 6  img026
Letter to The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. regarding the partial return of plugs as one has been mislaid.7th Feb 1922Box 162 \ 6  img027
Letter from Lodge Plugs Limited discussing the testing results of experimental spark plugs.9th Feb 1922Box 162 \ 6  img028
Page 2 of a letter from Lodge Plugs Ltd regarding the insulator shape of their spark plugs.9th Feb 1922Box 162 \ 6  img029
Requesting an order for 500 Lodge Steatite sparking plugs for testing on the 40/50 chassis.2nd Feb 1922Box 162 \ 6  img030
Letter to The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. regarding Steatite Sparking Plugs and a request for more for testing.14th Feb 1922Box 162 \ 6  img031
Letter from Lodge Plugs Limited regarding the dispatch of 6 Model CD Lodge plugs.16th Feb 1922Box 162 \ 6  img032
Letter regarding a communication from Lodge Plugs Ltd. and the dispatch of a dozen Model CD.2 Plugs.9th Mar 1922Box 162 \ 6  img033
Letter from Lodge Plugs Ltd. regarding the delayed despatch of an order to send a new experimental plug model.8th Mar 1922Box 162 \ 6  img034
Reliability of Lodge porcelain and K.L.G. mica ignition plugs for the Goshawk engine.1st Jul 1922Box 162 \ 6  img035
Procedure for replacing Mercury plugs with Lodge plugs due to a supply shortage.20th Jul 1922Box 162 \ 6  img036
The replacement of Mercury ignition plugs with Lodge steatite plugs for the 40/50 Chassis.2nd Oct 1922Box 162 \ 6  img037
Letter from Lodge Plugs Limited recommending their Model C.56 Steatite Plug following tests on 20 HP and 40/50 HP engines.12th Oct 1922Box 162 \ 6  img038
Letter from Lodge Plugs Limited requesting an order quantity for C.56 Steatite Plugs.12th Oct 1922Box 162 \ 6  img039
Letter from Lodge Plugs Limited regarding tests on a new C.56 plug.27th Oct 1922Box 162 \ 6  img040
Inquiry from The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. about a 20-HP Sparking Plug sample.4th Dec 1922Box 162 \ 6  img041
Requesting an order for 1000 C.56 Lodge Steartite ignition plugs for the 40/50 chassis.12th Jan 1923Box 162 \ 6  img042
Manufacturing fault with C.56 Lodge plugs for the 40/50 chassis, and the subsequent investigation.22th Jan 1928Box 162 \ 6  img043
Sourcing Steatite from Messrs. Lucas to enable the experimental manufacture of plugs.23th Jan 1923Box 162 \ 6  img044
Standardising the C.56 Lodge ignition plug for 40/50 & Goshawk engines, following a discussion with Mr. Royce.23th Jan 1923Box 162 \ 6  img045
Failure of experimental C.56 Lodge Plugs and confirming the continued use of K.L.G. plugs.6th Mar 1923Box 162 \ 6  img046
Letter to Lodge (Sparking Plug Co.) regarding issues with C.56 type sparking plugs.6th Mar 1923Box 162 \ 6  img047
Sending seven type C.56 sparking plugs to Messrs. Lodge, Rugby for inspection.9th Mar 1923Box 162 \ 6  img048
Letter from Lodge Plugs Limited regarding issues with C56 type plugs experiencing sooting and loose insulators.13th Mar 1923Box 162 \ 6  img049
Letter from Lodge Plugs Limited regarding the examination of returned plugs.13th Mar 1923Box 162 \ 6  img050
Letter to The Lodge Sparking Plug Co. regarding the return of C.56 plugs from a recent delivery.14th Mar 1923Box 162 \ 6  img051
Letter from Lodge Plugs Limited concerning the investigation of returned 7 C56 plugs.22th Mar 1923Box 162 \ 6  img052
The company's lack of experience with Lodge Spark Gap Terminals.27th Apr 1923Box 162 \ 6  img053
Confirming the dispatch of 24 model C.G. Lodge Sparking Plugs for reporting.14th May 1923Box 162 \ 6  img054
Invoice from Lodge Plugs Limited for 24 model C65 sparking plugs, free of charge.4th Jun 1923Box 162 \ 6  img055
Packing slip from Lodge Plugs Limited for the supply of 24 C65 model sparking plugs.4th Jun 1923Box 162 \ 6  img056
Supplying one dozen Lodge C.65.103 steatite sparking plugs for testing.11th Jun 1923Box 162 \ 6  img057
The submission of Lodge Sparking Plugs to the Test Department.11th Jun 1923Box 162 \ 6  img058
Stock of Z22 sparking plugs and their potential replacement with the C65.103 type for the 40/50 chassis.22th Jun 1923Box 162 \ 6  img059
Testing and selection of alternative ignition plugs for the 40/50 chassis.25th Jun 1923Box 162 \ 6  img060
Complaints and failures of faulty Lodge spark plugs during road and unit testing.25th Feb 1924Box 162 \ 6  img061
Letter from Lodge Plugs Ltd. discussing defects in steatite plugs and the supply of replacements.4th May 1924Box 162 \ 6  img062
Faulty Lodge spark plugs, discussing their failure during testing, and a dispute over their usage conditions.6th Mar 1924Box 162 \ 6  img063
Request to send one dozen Lodge porcelain ignition plugs for garage use, as per Mr. Royce's wishes.11th Oct 1924Box 162 \ 6  img064
Clarifying a fault with Lodge plugs was misfiring, not pre-ignition, and requesting more for testing on the Goshawk engine.24th Nov 1924Box 162 \ 6  img065
From Hs. to E. clarifying a request from R. for 12 Lodge Sparking Plugs.20th Nov 1924Box 162 \ 6  img066
From ROY confirming the dispatch of 12 plugs following a conversation.10th Feb 1925Box 162 \ 6  img067
Letter from Lodge Plugs Limited regarding new detachable steatite sparking plugs for testing.6th Feb 1925Box 162 \ 6  img068
Comparison report on the performance of Lodge and A.C. Sphinx spark plugs.18th Feb 1925Box 162 \ 6  img069
Receipt of new Lodge Company spark plugs for testing.23th Feb 1925Box 162 \ 6  img070
Communication from The Lodge Company, Rugby, requesting test results for steatite and mica spark plugs.16th Apr 1925Box 162 \ 6  img071
Letter from Lodge Plugs Limited requesting reports on the testing of detachable steatite and mica spark plugs.6th May 1925Box 162 \ 6  img072
From ROY regarding a conversation with Mr. Hopps and the dispatch of modified plugs from Lodge Plugs Ltd.27th May 1925Box 162 \ 6  img073
Letter from Lodge Plugs regarding the supply of sample Model 200 and No. 201 spark plugs.26th May 1925Box 162 \ 6  img074
Letter from Lodge Plugs Limited following up on the testing of detachable steatite plugs.5th Jun 1925Box 162 \ 6  img075
Letter to Messrs. Lodge regarding the testing of detachable steatite sparking plugs.8th Jun 1925Box 162 \ 6  img076
Letter from Lodge Plugs Limited regarding test results for detachable steatite plugs.10th Jun 1925Box 162 \ 6  img077
Request for two dozen of the latest porcelain cleanable plugs for the New Phantom and Goshawk models.26th Jun 1925Box 162 \ 6  img078
Despatch of a dozen Lodge Sparking Plugs to Mr. Royce for experimental use.30th Jun 1925Box 162 \ 6  img079


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