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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 J. Lucas Ltd. discussing 'Roko' cable sleeving samples and enclosing a blueprint.12th Jan 1939Box 168 \ 1  img331
Letter to J. Lucas Ltd. regarding 'Roko' cable sleeving samples and dynamo bracket drawings.12th Jan 1939Box 168 \ 1  img332
Letter from Joseph Lucas Limited regarding the supply of 'Roco product' and an Ammeter.18th Jan 1940Box 168 \ 1  img333
Requesting an order for 10 yards of waterproof 'Roco' sleeving from Messrs. Lucas.31th Jan 1940Box 168 \ 1  img334
Letter to Lucas Ltd. concerning an order for 'Roco' product material for testing.31th Jan 1940Box 168 \ 1  img335
Letter of apology to Mr. Lucas of J. Lucas Ltd. for being left unattended during a visit to the works.5th Sep 1940Box 168 \ 1  img336
File note cross-referencing an order for cables from A.T. Speedometer Co.10th Oct 1940Box 168 \ 1  img337
Distributing blueprints for a modified Bentley V wiring layout to solve an overheating issue.16th Mar 1941Box 168 \ 1  img338
Requesting a supply of B.I. Neoprene H.T. cable.11th Mar 1941Box 168 \ 1  img339
Engine misfiring caused by fluid contamination on high-tension electrical components.19th Jul 1941Box 168 \ 1  img340
Inspection report on a Phantom III Ignition Governor and Distributor, detailing issues with lubrication, corrosion, and a proposed design modification.14th Aug 1936Box 168 \ 2  img001
Authorising the despatch of Delco Remy parts for a Bentley chassis being tested in France.24th Sep 1936Box 168 \ 2  img002
Dispatch of replacement Delco-Remy distributor parts for testing in France.25th Sep 1936Box 168 \ 2  img003
Standardisation sheet for the 25/30 HP Chassis 'Peregrine' type distributor.30th Sep 1936Box 168 \ 2  img004
Requesting a design drawing for the standardisation of Bentley Delso-Remy ignition distributors for cost estimation.30th Sep 1936Box 168 \ 2  img005
Letter to Messrs. Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd. requesting a dimensioned drawing of distributors and a quote for a quantity of 200.1st Oct 1936Box 168 \ 2  img006
Letter from the Managing Director of Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. to W.A. Robotham arranging a lunch meeting in Derby.1st Oct 1936Box 168 \ 2  img007
Brief typed letter inviting W.O. Kennington to lunch on Monday.2nd Oct 1936Box 168 \ 2  img008
Quotation from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. for a 656.R type ignition distributor, including advance curve specifications and quantity-based pricing.6th Oct 1933Box 168 \ 2  img009
Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. to Rolls-Royce detailing contract terms for supplied equipment.2nd Oct 1936Box 168 \ 2  img010
From Rm. to E. regarding Kennington's return from the States with answers to a questionnaire.2nd Oct 1936Box 168 \ 2  img011
Drawing of a Delco Remy distributor for standardisation on the Bentley chassis.6th Oct 1936Box 168 \ 2  img012
Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding a high tension cable from America, a quotation, and a potential meeting.6th Oct 1936Box 168 \ 2  img013
Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding a quotation and distributor ignition advance curves.8th Oct 1936Box 168 \ 2  img014
Letter from Joseph Lucas Limited regarding the despatch of two distributor cap mouldings made from Rockite non-tracking powder.28th Aug 1936Box 168 \ 2  img015
Test report on a modified H.T. ignition rotor, scheme 922.3rd Oct 1936Box 168 \ 2  img016
Ignition governor characteristics for a Bentley IFI B.III No.2 unit.4th Feb 1938Box 168 \ 2  img017
Specifying the ignition governor characteristics for the Bentley B.III No.2 unit.4th Feb 1938Box 168 \ 2  img018
Ignition characteristics and advance settings for the Bentley III, No.2 unit.4th Feb 1938Box 168 \ 2  img019
Clarifying specifications for the 25/30 Distributor, including the H.T. rotor and head engraving.13th Oct 1936Box 168 \ 2  img020
Replying to a query about a phenomenon observed with H.T. distributor rotors.3rd Nov 1936Box 168 \ 2  img021
Ignition governor characteristics for the B.III No.2 unit.4th Feb 1938Box 168 \ 2  img022
Ignition governor characteristics for the Bentley IFI, B.III No.2 unit.4th Feb 1938Box 168 \ 2  img023
Table of ignition governor characteristics for the Bentley B.III No.2 unit.4th Feb 1938Box 168 \ 2  img024
Ignition characteristics for a Bentley B.III No.2 unit.4th Feb 1938Box 168 \ 2  img025
Service manual page detailing the procedure for synchronizing Delco-Remy distributors using specific tools.4th Feb 1938Box 168 \ 2  img026
Experimental trial for a new commutator-type 'make and break' ignition distributor.2nd Nov 1938Box 168 \ 3  img001
Letter to Delco-Remy about a serious issue with distributors causing rapid wear on 25/30 HP cars.4th Nov 1938Box 168 \ 3  img002
Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. to Mr. W.A. Robotham regarding an alarming matter to be investigated.5th Nov 1938Box 168 \ 3  img003
Letter from a supplier discussing the performance of a standard rubbing block material versus the specified Tufnol material.7th Nov 1938Box 168 \ 3  img004
Letter addressing an issue of cam wear on a Tufnol rubbing block, suggesting a return to the standard part.7th Nov 1938Box 168 \ 3  img005
Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the standardized specification and hardness of a distributor cam.9th Nov 1938Box 168 \ 3  img006
Page two of a letter regarding a request for a supply of cams with the correct Brinell hardness due to previous failures.9th Nov 1930Box 168 \ 3  img007
Letter from the Chairman of Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. providing feedback on a Rolls Bentley car.10th Nov 1938Box 168 \ 3  img008
Letter from a supplier discussing a reported failure of a distributor cam and its material properties.10th Nov 1938Box 168 \ 3  img009
Letter detailing production difficulties with Tufnol rubbing blocks and cam surface hardness, and requesting a distributor specification.11th Nov 1938Box 168 \ 3  img010
Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. discussing the development and failures of a distributor product.11th Nov 1938Box 168 \ 3  img011
Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding production difficulties with a 9-cylinder aircraft engine cam and failures of a high output coil.11th Nov 1938Box 168 \ 3  img012
Private letter concerning a production issue with distributor cam hardness.11th Nov 1938Box 168 \ 3  img013
Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. discussing the development and issues with a distributor.11th Nov 1938Box 168 \ 3  img014
Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding issues with a 9-cylinder aircraft engine cam and a high output coil.11th Nov 1938Box 168 \ 3  img015
Parts list and blueprint request for a Bentley Co. crankcase and bearings, section 5000.15th Nov 1938Box 168 \ 3  img016
Letter from a supplier regarding a disagreement over soft cams and proposing to supply hardened replacements.15th Nov 1938Box 168 \ 3  img017
Letter regarding the supply and heat treatment of cams, addressing potential distortion and extra costs.15th Nov 1938Box 168 \ 3  img018
Scheme and parts list for a Commutator Brecker and Ignition Distributor modification.15th Nov 1938Box 168 \ 3  img019
Parts list and instructions for assembling brush components, referencing specific drawings.15th Nov 1938Box 168 \ 3  img020
Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. acknowledging receipt of correspondence for an absent Mr. Kennington.15th Nov 1938Box 168 \ 3  img021
Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the despatch of cams and shafts for hardness checking.15th Nov 1938Box 168 \ 3  img022
Investigation into scored cams on Delco Distributors and recommendations for hardness testing.18th Nov 1938Box 168 \ 3  img023
Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. discussing the hardness testing and specifications for distributor cams.18th Nov 1938Box 168 \ 3  img024
Requesting the forwarding of 16 distributor cams to Delco Remy Hyatt Limited after testing.18th Nov 1938Box 168 \ 3  img025
Letter from a supplier discussing potential delivery delays and solutions for a small batch of cams and shafts.19th Nov 1938Box 168 \ 3  img026
Letter to Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding experimentation on the hardening of cams.21th Nov 1938Box 168 \ 3  img027
Requesting the forwarding of distributor cams to Delco Remy Hyatt Limited.22th Nov 1938Box 168 \ 3  img028
Return of distributor cams to Messrs Delco Remy Hyatt Limited after testing.24th Nov 1938Box 168 \ 3  img029
Issues with Delco distributor cam hardness for the Wraith model.24th Nov 1938Box 168 \ 3  img030
Development, staffing and testing of the Delco-Remy distributor.28th Nov 1938Box 168 \ 3  img031
Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. enclosing a service parts list bulletin for distributor type No.656 R.B.29th Nov 1938Box 168 \ 3  img032
Special Delco bulletin listing service parts for a 656 R.B. distributor.29th Nov 1938Box 168 \ 3  img033
Special Delco Bulletin listing various parts with their corresponding part numbers and quantities.30th Nov 1938Box 168 \ 3  img034
Request to issue a covering order for 6 contact arms to part No.813238, which were previously ordered verbally.30th Nov 1938Box 168 \ 3  img035
Requesting a change of distributor from Delco-Remy to an R.R. type on chassis 8.B.5.1st Dec 1938Box 168 \ 3  img036
Instructions for modifying ignition distributors on Wraith engines, listing parts to be fitted and removed.2nd Dec 1938Box 168 \ 3  img037
List of parts and an instruction to modify a distributor base.5th Dec 1938Box 168 \ 3  img038
Instructions for forwarding distributor cams to Messrs. Delco Remy and Hyatt Ltd.5th Dec 1938Box 168 \ 3  img039
Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding an order for distributors, cam hardness, and material supplies.5th Dec 1938Box 168 \ 3  img040
Letter discussing the supply of special coils and investigating costs for die-cast versus ordinary sand castings.7th Dec 1938Box 168 \ 3  img041
Requesting the return of two cam assemblies to Messrs. Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd. due to a softness issue.7th Dec 1938Box 168 \ 3  img042
Return of 30 cam assemblies due to failing hardness tests.7th Dec 1938Box 168 \ 3  img043
Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the return of rejected shaft assemblies and cams due to failed Brinell hardness tests.7th Dec 1938Box 168 \ 3  img044
Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding issues with a distributor and halting production.8th Dec 1938Box 168 \ 3  img045
Revised drive arrangement for a distributor with a Lucas governor for Wraith and Bentley models.14th Dec 1938Box 168 \ 3  img046
Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the potential supply of ignition equipment.15th Dec 1938Box 168 \ 3  img047
Letter from a supplier regarding the reconciliation of despatched and returned cams and shafts.22th Dec 1938Box 168 \ 3  img048
The lubrication of contact breaker cams for all chassis.21th Dec 1938Box 168 \ 3  img049
Request to obtain two 662W type distributors from Messrs. Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd for an 8-cylinder engine.28th Dec 1938Box 168 \ 3  img050
Letter to Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd. discussing faulty and damaged cams.30th Dec 1938Box 168 \ 3  img051
Letter regarding missing cams and the despatch of a replacement baton of 51 cams.30th Dec 1938Box 168 \ 3  img052
Specification for the overhaul of the 9.B.V. B.V. No.4 unit in preparation for a 15,000-mile test.31th Dec 1936Box 168 \ 3  img053
Numbered list of specifications for various vehicle components and systems to be fitted.31th Dec 1938Box 168 \ 3  img054
Specification for upgrading a B.V. No.3 engine unit for installation into a 3.B.50 chassis.31th Dec 1938Box 168 \ 3  img055
Follow-up letter from a supplier requesting a decision on the further supply of ignition equipment.6th Jan 1939Box 168 \ 3  img056
Letter to Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding a decision to change to an R.A. distributor, cancelling the need for further supplies.9th Jan 1939Box 168 \ 3  img057
The re-assembly specification for a Wraith III No.9 engine into chassis 3.B.50.13th Jan 1939Box 168 \ 3  img058
List of technical updates including an induction system, distributor, coupling, and camwheel.13th Jan 1939Box 168 \ 3  img059
Modifications to the C.I. Conventional 8 distributor drive.19th Jan 1939Box 168 \ 3  img060
Ignition distributor failures on the Phantom III chassis and proposing modifications to the distributor head moulding.21th Jan 1939Box 168 \ 3  img061
Return of eight distributor shaft assemblies to Delco Remy and Hyatt due to cam softness.24th Jan 1939Box 168 \ 3  img062
The return of rejected Delco Remy distributor shafts due to cam softness.24th Jan 1939Box 168 \ 3  img063
New scheme for an eight-point distributor for a conventional 8-cylinder engine, incorporating a Lucas Governor.24th Jan 1939Box 168 \ 3  img064


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