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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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Trial fitting of a 2-bladed Berkshire wiper to a Phantom III Enclosed Limousine, 38-EX.16th Oct 1936Box 167 \ 5  img182
The trial fitting of a new Lucas windscreen wiper.8th Dec 1936Box 167 \ 5  img183
Letter to coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. regarding the fitment of a windscreen wiper.15th Dec 1936Box 167 \ 5  img184
The weight of a large type Klaxon wiper motor compared to the standard model.26th Nov 1936Box 167 \ 5  img185
Requesting one pulley be made for Klaxon Windscreen Motor Tests per drawing EL.363.7th Dec 1936Box 167 \ 5  img186
The fitting of a Lucas screen wiper to a car, referencing a memo and drawing from Park Ward & Co with specific measurements.21th Dec 1936Box 167 \ 5  img187
Request for remarks regarding a more powerful Klaxon wiper motor.1st Jan 1937Box 167 \ 5  img188
Test report on a Klaxon windscreen wiper motor of increased power, type EKDRG.1.17th Mar 1937Box 167 \ 5  img189
The power-to-weight benefits of a new, larger Klaxon wiper motor.23th Mar 1937Box 167 \ 5  img190
Technical memo comparing Klaxon wiper motors with other makes, focusing on drive efficiency.8th Apr 1937Box 167 \ 5  img191
The failure of a new type Lucas screen wiper due to a broken connecting rod.20th Apr 1937Box 167 \ 5  img192
New type of Lucas windscreen wiper and the provision of a strengthened link.22th Apr 1937Box 167 \ 5  img193
Request to send a replacement connecting link for a Lucas windscreen wiper to Waller in France.26th Apr 1937Box 167 \ 5  img194
Replacement Lucas windscreen wiper link for testing on vehicle 3.B.IV.26th Apr 1937Box 167 \ 5  img195
Letter from Joseph Lucas Ltd regarding a fractured link in an SW.3. type Screenwiper on a Bentley car in France.23th Apr 1937Box 167 \ 5  img196
Dispatch of a replacement Connecting Link for a Lucas S.W.3 Windscreen Wiper to Mr. I.M. Waller in France for Bentley No.39B-IV.27th Apr 1937Box 167 \ 5  img197
Request to arrange a test rig for electric windscreen wipers from supplier Sanderson & Holmes.4th May 1937Box 167 \ 5  img198
Arranging for a Lucas wiper to be fitted to vehicles 27.g.b and 28.G.b.20th May 1937Box 167 \ 5  img199
Erection particulars for four Wraith III chassis, detailing body types, specifications and required fittings.20th May 1937Box 167 \ 5  img200
The supply of retaining rings and the ordering of front and rear bumpers.20th May 1937Box 167 \ 5  img201
The performance of Lucas Electric Screen Wipers after 15,500 miles of testing in France.1st Jun 1937Box 167 \ 5  img202
The performance of the coupling between wiper driving boxes.1st Jun 1937Box 167 \ 5  img203
Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. detailing the results and failure analysis of a windscreen wiper life test.15th Sep 1937Box 167 \ 5  img204
Endurance test for a Lucas windscreen wiper, model SW.4 No.733666.2nd Sep 1937Box 167 \ 5  img205
Seeking a report on the suitability of Lucas wipers and FT.67 centre lamps for standardisation.30th Apr 1938Box 167 \ 5  img206
Recommendation for the use of the Lucas S.W.4 shaft drive windscreen wiper.3rd May 1938Box 167 \ 5  img207
Request to conduct a complete study of windscreen wiper systems across the motor industry.14th Jun 1938Box 167 \ 5  img208
Inquiry to S. Smith & Sons Ltd. regarding the development of a screen wiper with a cable drive.16th Jun 1938Box 167 \ 5  img209
Letter from a supplier discussing the development and supply of a mechanical windscreen wiper.18th Jun 1938Box 167 \ 5  img210
Performance and wipe speed of a Lucas mechanical windscreen wiper.23th Jun 1938Box 167 \ 5  img211
Experimental Lucas mechanical windscreen wiper, discussing its features and operational challenges.22th Jun 1938Box 167 \ 5  img212
The operational speed range and noise issues of windscreen wipers.28th Jun 1938Box 167 \ 5  img213
Letter to a motor accessories supplier regarding windscreen wiper speed.28th Jun 1938Box 167 \ 5  img214
Letter from S. Smith & Sons confirming a discussion about Wind Screen Wipers and requesting a drawing for a Wiper Lay-out.4th Jul 1938Box 167 \ 5  img215
The endurance test of a Lucas SW.4 type windscreen wiper.5th Jul 1938Box 167 \ 5  img216
Pricing and quality control issues with Lucas wipers, specifically rusting on the plating.6th Jul 1938Box 167 \ 5  img217
Modifications and rust issues with windscreen wipers, suggesting painting the blades to match body colour.12th Jul 1938Box 167 \ 5  img218
Faults and proposed modifications for the Lucas Windscreen Wiper system.12th Jul 1938Box 167 \ 5  img219
Endurance testing and motor noise issues with wiper units on experimental cars.12th Jul 1938Box 167 \ 5  img220
Letter to S. Smith & Sons regarding a drawing for body scuttle rails, likely for windscreen wipers.14th Jul 1938Box 167 \ 5  img221
Letter from S. Smith & Sons acknowledging correspondence regarding windscreen wiper difficulties.18th Jul 1938Box 167 \ 5  img222
Requesting the procurement of wiper arms after receiving the blades.19th Jul 1938Box 167 \ 5  img223
Requesting payment for an invoice for a suction windscreen wiper.4th Aug 1938Box 167 \ 5  img224
Proposal and pricing from Lucas for modified windscreen wipers.13th Aug 1938Box 167 \ 5  img225
Urgent request for a reply regarding the ordering of Lucas Wipers for new Trials cars.20th Aug 1938Box 167 \ 5  img226
Urgent supply of Lucas Wipers for new cars.20th Aug 1938Box 167 \ 5  img227
The endurance testing and modifications of a Lucas Wiper unit.25th Aug 1938Box 167 \ 5  img228
Letter from Joseph Lucas Ltd. regarding new clutch housings for a Rolls Bentley and an issue with arm channels.7th Sep 1938Box 167 \ 5  img229
Endurance and performance test report on the latest Lucas Windscreen wipers.17th Sep 1938Box 167 \ 5  img230
Standardization of various parts for the Wraith 'C' Series.4th Nov 1938Box 167 \ 5  img231
Letter to Lucas Ltd. regarding the fitting of a modified windscreen wiper to an experimental car for endurance testing.10th Nov 1938Box 167 \ 5  img232
Blueprints and standard parts for dashboard and windscreen wiper fittings for chassis 9.B.V.17th Nov 1938Box 167 \ 5  img233
Internal request to order windscreen wipers and wing lamps from J. Lucas Ltd. for Park Ward's use on specific chassis.23th Dec 1938Box 167 \ 5  img234
Cancelling an order for Lucas SW.4 Wipers for specific chassis.3rd Jan 1939Box 167 \ 5  img235
Cancelling an order for windscreen wipers for Bentley Cars and sourcing them from another stock.5th Jan 1939Box 167 \ 5  img236
Covering order for a Lucas SW.4 12 volt screen wiper.9th Dec 1939Box 167 \ 5  img237
Sending a screen wiper cum defroster unit to Park Ward's for fitting to chassis 31.G.VII.9th Dec 1939Box 167 \ 5  img238
Letter to Lucas Ltd. concerning the supply and progress of various automotive electrical components.9th Dec 1939Box 167 \ 5  img239
Letter to The Perfecta Motor Equipment Ltd. concerning a windscreen regulator sample and a request for a new brass version.13th Feb 1941Box 167 \ 5  img240
Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. following up on a telephone conversation about a marked-up blueprint for a windscreen wiper.13th Feb 1941Box 167 \ 5  img241
Letter from a supplier clarifying details for an order of wind screen wipers, ignition coils, and trafficators.10th Mar 1941Box 167 \ 5  img242
Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. confirming the suitability of an alternative screen wiper model and requesting black knobs.13th Mar 1941Box 167 \ 5  img243
Letter from Joseph Lucas Ltd. regarding Model SW4 Wind Screen Wipers and an alternative supply of black bakelite knobs.18th Mar 1941Box 167 \ 5  img244
Letter to Lucas Ltd. requesting a blueprint for a trafficator and different windscreen wiper knobs.5th Apr 1941Box 167 \ 5  img245
Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. regarding a blueprint for a Windscreen Wiper Assembly and a request for two complete units.23th Aug 1941Box 167 \ 5  img246
Confirming order for two windscreen wipers from Messrs. Joseph Lucas, Ltd.24th Aug 1941Box 167 \ 5  img247
Letter to Messrs. Joseph Lucas Ltd. regarding the manufacture of windscreen wiper links.4th Sep 1941Box 167 \ 5  img248
Inability of the supplier, Lucas, to provide complete windscreen wiper sets, offering unassembled parts as an alternative.28th Nov 1941Box 167 \ 5  img249
Request for six sets of windscreen wiper parts, specifically motor units and blades, as the supplier Lucas is unable to provide complete assemblies.29th Nov 1941Box 167 \ 5  img250
Letter from Joseph Lucas Ltd comparing the specifications of two wiper models, DW and BU30.4th Dec 1941Box 167 \ 5  img251
Letter from Joseph Lucas Limited regarding a screen wiper motor for a Lancia car.8th Mar 1944Box 167 \ 5  img253
Suitability of Maconite cables from The Macintosh Cable Co.23th Dec 1924Box 168 \ 1  img001
Letter to The Macintosh Cable Co. Ltd. declining the use of Maconit cables for chassis wiring.23th Dec 1924Box 168 \ 1  img002
Letter from The Macintosh Cable Company Ltd acknowledging a previous letter from Rolls-Royce.24th Dec 1924Box 168 \ 1  img003
Specification sheet from The Macintosh Cable Co. Ltd. for vulcanised cables, including a list of branch offices.24th Dec 1924Box 168 \ 1  img004
The performance and test results of 'Maconite' insulated cable under various temperature, chemical, and oil exposure conditions.29th Jan 1926Box 168 \ 1  img005
Proposal to electrically test a sample of 'Maconite' ignition cable from Messrs Macintosh's for potential adoption.29th Jan 1926Box 168 \ 1  img006
Testing of Maconite cable for H.T. wiring and recommending its use for ignition wires.5th Apr 1926Box 168 \ 1  img007
Test report comparing Maconite H.T. ignition cable with a standard cable.3rd Mar 1926Box 168 \ 1  img008
Letter from The Macintosh Cable Company regarding the supply of 'Maconite' high tension flex for experimentation.12th Jan 1926Box 168 \ 1  img009
Letter from The Macintosh Cable Company describing the properties of 'Maconite' cable insulation.12th Jan 1926Box 168 \ 1  img010
Letter from The Macintosh Cable Company regarding the manufacture and properties of 'Maconite' cables for cars.12th Jan 1926Box 168 \ 1  img011
Brochure from The Macintosh Cable Co., Ltd. detailing the properties of 'MACONITE' insulating material.12th Jan 1926Box 168 \ 1  img012
The performance tests of 'Maconite' insulation material under various extreme conditions.8th Mar 1925Box 168 \ 1  img013
Requesting an order for Maconites cable for high tension wiring following successful tests.8th Mar 1925Box 168 \ 1  img014
Requesting the creation and testing of H.T. ignition wires from a coil of 'Maconite' cable for Phantom and 20 HP chassis.3rd Feb 1926Box 168 \ 1  img015
Suitability and procurement of 'Maconite' high tension cables for testing.19th Mar 1926Box 168 \ 1  img016
Specifying the quantities of Maconites H.T. Cable required for 20 HP and 40/50 chassis.20th Mar 1926Box 168 \ 1  img017
Shortage of Special Ignition Wires for EAC and Goshawk chassis, detailing the lengths required.20th Mar 1926Box 168 \ 1  img018
Confirming an order for 'Maconite' high tension cable, specifying lengths and diameter requirements.22th Mar 1926Box 168 \ 1  img019
Issue of receiving oversized 'Maconite' H.T. cable that is of little use.25th Mar 1926Box 168 \ 1  img020
Requesting the return of 250 ft. of oversized Maconita High Tension Cable to the supplier.12th Apr 1926Box 168 \ 1  img021
Sending 250 ft. of oversized Maconite H.T. cable to the stores and requesting despatch instructions.12th Apr 1926Box 168 \ 1  img022
Standardisation of 'Maconite' High Tension Cable, considering test results and cost comparison.14th Feb 1926Box 168 \ 1  img023
Undesirable heating effect on Maconitem high tension cable when soldering connections.23th Apr 1926Box 168 \ 1  img024
Confirming no issues were found when soldering or sweating Maconite ignition wires.28th Apr 1926Box 168 \ 1  img025
Withdrawal of a complaint regarding 'Maconite' high tension cable, pending a 10,000-mile road test.28th Apr 1926Box 168 \ 1  img026
Fitting of 'Maconite' high tension cable to various chassis.28th Apr 1926Box 168 \ 1  img027
'Maconite' insulated H.T. cables for chassis.10th May 1926Box 168 \ 1  img028
The experimental use and manufacturing process of 'Maconite' insulated cables for wiring.10th May 1926Box 168 \ 1  img029


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