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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 Messrs. Elliott Brothers (London) Ltd. requesting a quotation to alter a millivoltmeter.2nd Nov 1934Box 165 \ 3  img104
The purchase of an insulation testing voltmeter from Ferranti Ltd.14th Nov 1934Box 165 \ 3  img105
Faulty Elliott microampere meter being sent for examination and repair.17th Nov 1934Box 165 \ 3  img106
Letter from Weston Electrical Instrument Co. Ltd. regarding the zero adjustment and transit protection of instruments.23th Feb 1935Box 165 \ 3  img107
Request to obtain two small magnets from Messrs. Darwins of Sheffield.26th Mar 1935Box 165 \ 3  img108
Blueprint for a magnet core with specified dimensions, material, and polarity.26th Mar 1935Box 165 \ 3  img109
Blueprint of a component showing dimensions and direction of flux.9th Apr 1935Box 165 \ 3  img110
Requesting the repair of a sticking Weston Galvanometer No.9895.9th Apr 1935Box 165 \ 3  img111
Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding a Statoscope sent under packing slip S.110994.12th Apr 1935Box 165 \ 3  img112
Standardisation of parts for instruments with concave dials and modified slot illumination to improve lighting.1st Mar 1935Box 165 \ 3  img113
Standardisation of instruments with concave dials and modified slot illumination.16th Apr 1935Box 165 \ 3  img114
Examination of a 'THIRTILITE' sample, concluding it is unreliable for continuous running and suggesting a more robust design.23th May 1935Box 165 \ 3  img115
Letter providing general information on the function and components of an Oil Tester instrument for car types.21th Jul 1935Box 165 \ 3  img116
Sales letter from Lite Limited proposing the inclusion of an 'Oil Tester' device as standard equipment on cars.21th Jul 1935Box 165 \ 3  img117
Photograph with handwritten annotations detailing an oil tester body mounted on the engine side of a dashboard.21th Jul 1935Box 165 \ 3  img118
Promotional leaflet for 'The MAGIC EYE', a device by Imperial Oil Limited to test the quality of car oil.14th Sep 1935Box 165 \ 3  img119
Letter from Cambridge Instrument Co. Ltd. arranging a visit from their Resident Engineer.14th Sep 1935Box 165 \ 3  img120
Confirmation of a telegram regarding the despatch of two dials to Hobson, Acton.11th Nov 1935Box 165 \ 3  img121
Internal request to order two six-point Ignition Test Gaps for the Electrical Experimental Department.23th Oct 1934Box 165 \ 3  img122
Letter from Cambridge Instrument Company confirming the dispatch of two dials to Messrs. Hobsons Ltd.11th Nov 1935Box 165 \ 3  img123
Letter from the editor of 'The Electrical Engineer' journal seeking feedback and contributions.7th Jan 1936Box 165 \ 3  img124
Internal request to order instrument sets for an Experimental Phantom III chassis, less the electric petrol gauges.1st Nov 1935Box 165 \ 3  img125
Letter from the Experimental Department requesting catalogues from The General Electric Co. Ltd.8th Jan 1936Box 165 \ 3  img126
Letter to Mr. C.W. Nichols of S. Smith & Sons arranging a meeting to discuss instruments for chassis.29th Apr 1936Box 165 \ 3  img127
Letter from S. Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd confirming an upcoming meeting on May 15th.30th Apr 1936Box 165 \ 3  img128
Letter to C.W. Nichols of Messrs. S. Smith & Sons arranging a meeting.6th May 1936Box 165 \ 3  img129
Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding experiments with new carbon graphitic bearings for tank attachments.8th May 1936Box 165 \ 3  img130
Letter from the Sales Director's office arranging a meeting with H.E. West.8th May 1936Box 165 \ 3  img131
Letter to S. Smith & Sons Ltd concerning testing petrol tank units with modified bearings.9th May 1936Box 165 \ 3  img132
Standardisation of parts for adapting the Phantom III instrument panel to the 20/25 HP model.3rd Jun 1936Box 165 \ 3  img133
Cost comparison document for an old and a new part related to the 'N' Series Chassis.24th Jun 1936Box 165 \ 3  img134
Letter from Magnet House responding to an enquiry about Tachometer Generators.21th Aug 1936Box 165 \ 3  img135
Price list and specification for various types of generators and associated instruments.21th Aug 1936Box 165 \ 3  img136
Page 2 of a letter from The General Electric Co. Ltd. detailing an offer and payment terms.21th Aug 1936Box 165 \ 3  img137
Outline drawing of a tachometer component with a flexible lead.2nd Oct 1933Box 165 \ 3  img138
Blueprint of a pulley for an engine generator, showing dimensions and an exploded view.2nd Oct 1933Box 165 \ 3  img139
Arrangement drawing for a No. 3 Tachometer.8th Feb 1935Box 165 \ 3  img140
Arrangement drawing for a starter generator.8th Feb 1935Box 165 \ 3  img141
Arrangement of Tachometer blueprint.14th Sep 1934Box 165 \ 3  img142
Arrangement drawing for a power generator.24th Apr 1934Box 165 \ 3  img143
Arrangement drawing of a No. 4 Tachometer with dimensions.7th Feb 1935Box 165 \ 3  img144
Arrangement drawing for a drip-tight tachometer generator.7th Feb 1935Box 165 \ 3  img145
Arrangement drawing for a No. 4 Tachometer and a water-related component.25th Aug 1936Box 165 \ 3  img146
Inquiry to the Foster Instrument Co. Ltd. for a 'Resilia' Patent Dial Recorder to measure temperature on aero engines.25th Aug 1936Box 165 \ 3  img147
The closing of a letter requesting delivery time and price for an order.26th Aug 1936Box 165 \ 3  img148
Letter from Joseph Lucas Ltd. discussing the supply of regulators, new WT.22 horns, and non-tracking bakelite samples.26th Aug 1936Box 165 \ 3  img149
Letter from Joseph Lucas Limited advising the return of a Scintilla magneto.3rd Sep 1936Box 165 \ 3  img150
Letter from Joseph Lucas Limited regarding an omitted contact breaker cover for a Scintilla magneto.8th Sep 1938Box 165 \ 3  img151
Letter from Weston Electrical Instrument Co. Ltd. regarding the receipt and immediate return of 4 shunts.16th Sep 1936Box 165 \ 3  img152
Letter to Cambridge Instrument Co. Ltd. regarding the return of an 'Exhaust Gas Tester' for service.26th Oct 1936Box 165 \ 3  img153
Despatch of a Cambridge Exhaust Gas Tester for return to the manufacturer.26th Oct 1936Box 165 \ 3  img154
Experimental department report on the first model of an instrument board dimmer unit.18th Nov 1936Box 165 \ 3  img155
Condensation issues in Bentley instruments and potential solutions, including ventilation holes or alternative varnish.5th Jan 1937Box 165 \ 3  img156
Customer feedback on instrument quality and reliability, specifically from Mr. S. Harris.15th Feb 1937Box 165 \ 3  img157
Complaint letter to Mr. Cowen regarding the poor quality of instruments on Rolls Royce and Bentley vehicles, specifically the Phantom III.8th Feb 1937Box 165 \ 3  img158
Page 2 of a letter from S. Harris critiquing side play slack and requesting older quality instruments.1st Feb 1937Box 165 \ 3  img159
Response letter to a customer's criticism regarding the instruments on a Phantom III chassis, particularly the ammeter.1st Feb 1937Box 165 \ 3  img160
Letter to S. Harris Esq. discussing instrument dial manufacturing, pricing, and explaining the causes of slack in the controls.1st Feb 1937Box 165 \ 3  img161
Letter to S. Harris Esq. discussing the steering column, instrument board and chassis component improvements.1st Feb 1937Box 165 \ 3  img162
Responding to criticisms about the change of instrument suppliers for the Phantom III and the quality of the new parts.17th Feb 1937Box 165 \ 3  img163
Covering order for units obtained on loan notes that were used for experimental tests.12th Nov 1938Box 165 \ 3  img164
The unavailability of specific French-made car de-frosters from a supplier.6th Feb 1941Box 165 \ 3  img165
Letter from S. Smith & Sons acknowledging receipt of a telegram postponing Mr. Moss's visit.6th Jun 1941Box 165 \ 3  img166
Letter to C.W. Nicholls of S. Smith & Son Ltd. regarding the postponement of Mr. Moss's visit.16th Jun 1941Box 165 \ 3  img167
Letter from S. Smith & Sons (M.A) Ltd confirming a visit from Mr. Moss.19th Jun 1941Box 165 \ 3  img168
Letter to Mr. Nicholls of S. Smith & Sons Ltd. arranging a meeting time for Mr. Moss in Derby.20th Jun 1941Box 165 \ 3  img169
Concerning a delay in obtaining information for bought-out electrical dashboard parts.27th Aug 1941Box 165 \ 3  img170
Letter requesting clarification on R.A.E. Report No. E.1701 concerning Condor III engine performance tests.21th Jan 1926Box 165 \ 4  img001
Request for black record paper for an R.A.E. Electrical engine Indicator.19th Apr 1926Box 165 \ 4  img002
Disposal instructions for an obsolete Jaeger Speedometer No. 123031.2nd Jun 1926Box 165 \ 4  img003
Letter to Societe Anonyme Adolphe Saurer regarding the Farnboro' Electric Indicator.27th Sep 1926Box 165 \ 4  img004
Suggesting a new method for mounting the revolution indicator drive pinion on a camshaft.29th Nov 1926Box 165 \ 4  img005
Request to arrange an official order for a Smith's Dual Drive Revolution Counter.29th Mar 1927Box 165 \ 4  img006
Decision to delete Smith's Dual Rev. Counter Gearbox from the Karachi Machine and the process for its return.2nd Apr 1927Box 165 \ 4  img007
Return of a loaned Smith's Dual Rev. Counter Gearbox to the Stores.4th Apr 1927Box 165 \ 4  img008
Letter to S. Smith & Son regarding the return of a loaned Dual Rev. Counter Gearbox for trial purposes.4th Apr 1927Box 165 \ 4  img009
R.P.M. Indicator Catalogue from Jaeger Ltd.15th Jul 1927Box 165 \ 4  img010
Potential adoption of Jaeger speedometers, referencing their use by competitors and notable figures.26th Jan 1928Box 165 \ 4  img011
Reliability and noise issues of Jaeger speedometers compared to the A.T. speedometer.27th Jan 1928Box 165 \ 4  img012
Letter from Jaeger requesting vehicle specifications to supply and test a new speedometer and clock for the Experimental Department.9th Mar 1928Box 165 \ 4  img013
Calculating car speeds in MPH for different axle ratios, based on speedometer and road wheel revolutions.8th Mar 1928Box 165 \ 4  img014
Testing of a sample pair of Jaeger speedometers as a less expensive alternative.8th Mar 1928Box 165 \ 4  img015
Letter to ED. Jaeger (London) Ltd. with specifications for speedometer instruments and flexible drives.12th Mar 1928Box 165 \ 4  img016
Short memo regarding Jaeger Speedometers and an attached letter.12th Mar 1928Box 165 \ 4  img017
Correspondence with Ed. Jaeger (London) Ltd. clarifying a request for a 'sample pair of instruments' for testing.12th Mar 1928Box 165 \ 4  img018
Letter from Jaeger confirming the dispatch of two sample speedometers for testing, clarifying a misunderstanding about the order.14th Mar 1928Box 165 \ 4  img019
Arrangement with the Jaeger Company for the purchase and testing of two speedometers.15th Mar 1928Box 165 \ 4  img020
Follow-up letter regarding the status of two Jaeger speedometers sent for testing.15th Jun 1928Box 165 \ 4  img021
Test report on a Jaeger Speedometer Type 6183, detailing its accuracy at various RPMs.12th Jul 1928Box 165 \ 4  img022
The testing and analysis of a Jaeger Speedometer, type 6193.24th Jul 1928Box 165 \ 4  img023
Letter to Jaeger Ltd. requesting particulars for a revolution indicator with a specific speed range.3rd Oct 1928Box 165 \ 4  img024
Letter from Ed. Jaeger (London) Ltd. in response to an enquiry for a Revolution Indicator for experimental use.10th Oct 1928Box 165 \ 4  img025
Letter to Messrs. Jaeger enquiring about the price of a Revolution Counter No. 6553.17th Oct 1928Box 165 \ 4  img026
Letter from Ed. Jaeger (London) Ltd. regarding a Revolution Indicator supplied to The Solex Carburetter Co.22th Oct 1928Box 165 \ 4  img027
Performance and suitability of Jaeger speedometers versus the existing A.T. instruments.23th Oct 1928Box 165 \ 4  img028
Chasing the results of Jaeger Speedometer tests.23th Oct 1928Box 165 \ 4  img029
Letter from a speedometer and clock supplier requesting the back axle ratio for chassis 16 E.X.2nd Nov 1928Box 165 \ 4  img030
Letter to Messrs. ED. Jaeger Ltd. providing the axle ratio of a car.5th Nov 1928Box 165 \ 4  img031
Request for two specific Jaeger r.p.m. indicators for Schneider Cup engine tests.28th Nov 1928Box 165 \ 4  img032
Requesting a report on the Jaegar Speedometer before placing new orders.1st Jan 1929Box 165 \ 4  img033


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