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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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Re-order request for three Delco distributors for a Bentley 60 ignition system.14th May 1940Box 168 \ 3  img269
Order for spare Delco-Remy Distributor parts.15th May 1940Box 168 \ 3  img270
Internal order to supplement the stock of spare Delco-Remy Distributor parts.15th May 1940Box 168 \ 3  img271
Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. concerning the supply and technical specifications of Vacu-matic distributors.15th May 1940Box 168 \ 3  img272
Letter regarding the provision of levers for octane adjustment on a distributor.10th May 1940Box 168 \ 3  img273
Letter to Delco, Remy & Hyatt regarding the supply and modification of distributor units for experimental engines.10th May 1940Box 168 \ 3  img274
Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. confirming specifications for four-cylinder units and distributors.21th May 1940Box 168 \ 3  img275
Request to obtain distributors and vacuum control units from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd.21th May 1940Box 168 \ 3  img276
Request to obtain 4-cylinder distributors and vacuum control units from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd.21th May 1940Box 168 \ 3  img277
Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd concerning the supply of cylinder units and distributors.21th May 1940Box 168 \ 3  img278
Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding an order for distributors and vacuum control units.27th May 1940Box 168 \ 3  img279
Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. requesting further details to complete an order for Vacuumatic Distributors.12th Jun 1940Box 168 \ 3  img280
Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Co. regarding the advance characteristics and rotation for three distributors.17th Jun 1940Box 168 \ 3  img281
Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding three distributors, their settings, and direction of rotation.29th Jun 1940Box 168 \ 3  img282
Instructions and parts list for fitting a 'DELCO' vacuum control distributor to a B.60 Number 6 engine.27th Aug 1940Box 168 \ 3  img283
Production issue with faulty Delco-Remy distributor cams on the Wraith.17th Sep 1940Box 168 \ 3  img284
Oil fittings for a Delco Remy Distributor and Wraith Spring Drive.30th Sep 1940Box 168 \ 3  img285
Lucas distributor model DK.4A-0 and required modifications for the M.40 Engine.18th Oct 1940Box 168 \ 3  img286
Proposed modifications for a B.W. 40, Delco-Remy 4 cylinder distributor.8th Nov 1940Box 168 \ 3  img287
Modifications to a Delco-Remy 4-cylinder distributor (B.M. 40).8th Nov 1940Box 168 \ 3  img288
Letter to Delco Remy & Hyatt regarding modifications for 4-cylinder vacumatic type distributors.19th Nov 1940Box 168 \ 3  img289
Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. discussing the results of a four-cylinder distributor bench test and proposed modifications.2nd Dec 1940Box 168 \ 3  img290
Modifications to the Delco-Remy distributor drawing, specifically the position of the locating groove.10th Dec 1940Box 168 \ 3  img291
Requesting a covering order for the modification of three distributors sent to Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd.12th Dec 1940Box 168 \ 3  img292
Letter discussing the modification of distributors, a locating groove issue, and the advantages of an oil-filled coil design.12th Dec 1940Box 168 \ 3  img293
Drawing prepared for modifications to a distributor with suction micrometer advance.14th Dec 1940Box 168 \ 3  img294
Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. discussing alterations to a Distributor Base and an article on Chevrolet Ignition.17th Dec 1940Box 168 \ 3  img295
Letter to Lucas Ltd. requesting modifications for a DK4-C type distributor.1st Jan 1941Box 168 \ 3  img296
Letter to Messrs. Dixon & Wyatt Ltd. requesting a unit for an engine, referencing previous correspondence.1st Jan 1941Box 168 \ 3  img297
Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. confirming the despatch of one Distributor.4th Jan 1941Box 168 \ 3  img298
Letter to Messrs. BRICO R.W.P. Ltd. acknowledging their letter and the forthcoming dispatch of a distributor.9th Jan 1941Box 168 \ 3  img299
Letter from Joseph Lucas Ltd concerning the supply of a modified Timing Lever and Bracket.15th Jan 1941Box 168 \ 3  img300
Myth BM.40 Distributor, approving the use of a Lucas plate which requires housing modification.20th Jan 1941Box 168 \ 3  img301
Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. concerning a bracket, housing, and starter drive.21th Jan 1941Box 168 \ 3  img302
Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. regarding a 4-cylinder distributor bracket and starter drives.21th Jan 1941Box 168 \ 3  img303
Letter to a supplier requesting advice on the mounting of three four-cylinder distributors.28th Jan 1941Box 168 \ 3  img304
Letter from Joseph Lucas Ltd regarding a 4-cylinder distributor, bracket, and starter drive.29th Jan 1941Box 168 \ 3  img305
Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the suitable mounting position for a four-cylinder distributor.10th Feb 1941Box 168 \ 3  img306
Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. discussing the permissible mounting angle of a distributor.13th Feb 1941Box 168 \ 3  img307
Requesting the production of one dozen distributor drives, part number DB.2399.1st Apr 1941Box 168 \ 3  img308
Drawing issue with a Delco-Remy distributor, specifically the position of a locating groove.10th Dec 1940Box 168 \ 3  img309
Drawing for a Distributor with Suction-Micrometer Advance for modifications required by Lucas.14th Dec 1940Box 168 \ 3  img310
Distributor plate suggested by Lucas and the required housing modification.20th Jan 1941Box 168 \ 3  img311
Misfires in Car 1-R-1 caused by a worn distributor contact-breaker.16th Jun 1941Box 168 \ 3  img312
Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. requesting three sets of eight-cylinder distributors and technical advice on return spring pressure.4th Sep 1941Box 168 \ 3  img313
Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding eight-cylinder distributors, requesting new sets and advice on return spring pressure.4th Sep 1941Box 168 \ 3  img314
Correspondence from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the availability and design of vacuum units and distributors.17th Sep 1941Box 168 \ 3  img315
Letter to Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the procurement of vacuum controls with octane adjusters.29th Sep 1941Box 168 \ 3  img316
Querying an invoice from Joseph Lucas Ltd. for three distributors and the terms of supply.9th Feb 1942Box 168 \ 3  img317
Confirming the retention of and payment for unspecified units.14th Apr 1942Box 168 \ 3  img318
Notes on the design of helical compression springs.26th May 1943Box 168 \ 3  img319
Page 2 of a report on spring mechanics, discussing the effects of curvature, stress, and deflection with formulas.26th May 1943Box 168 \ 3  img320
Letter from Scintilla Limited regarding wireless shielding coils and the earthing spring for H.T. cables.10th Dec 1931Box 168 \ 4  img001
Letter from Scintilla Limited detailing the investigation and satisfactory resolution of a fault with shielded magneto terminals.26th Jan 1932Box 168 \ 4  img002
Letter to Scintilla Ltd. regarding the redirection of magneto terminals to a depot in Paris.27th Jan 1932Box 168 \ 4  img003
Request to order three pairs of Type 'H' battery clamp connectors from Peto & Radford Co. Ltd.19th Jun 1934Box 168 \ 4  img004
Standardisation of a knurled nickel-plated brass terminal nut and spring washer to replace the spring clip on all sparking plugs.15th May 1934Box 168 \ 4  img005
Procurement of screws to manufacture ignition terminals for 'Spectre'.5th Nov 1934Box 168 \ 4  img006
Dynamo short-circuiting and a speedometer needing recalibration on the 'Spectre'.13th Dec 1934Box 168 \ 4  img007
Requesting reimbursement for the purchase of two dozen small terminals for the laboratory.16th Mar 1935Box 168 \ 4  img008
Request to fit waterproof rubber caps on the H.T. terminals of an ignition distributor.28th Mar 1935Box 168 \ 4  img009
Order request for two wiring terminal plugs from Messrs. Smiths for the 40/50 chassis.15th May 1935Box 168 \ 4  img010
Designs for Spectre sparking plugs, terminals, and cylinder head modifications.27th Aug 1935Box 168 \ 4  img011
Outlining two testing schemes for ignition plug terminals and covers on a model in France.23th Sep 1935Box 168 \ 4  img012
The satisfactory performance of new short-skirted sparking plug terminals and the urgent need for them for the Phantom III chassis.5th Dec 1935Box 168 \ 4  img013
Instruction to manufacture insulated sparking plug terminals to prevent fires on Phantom III engines.27th Jan 1936Box 168 \ 4  img014
Internal order request for one gross of Collett cable terminals for battery ignition distributors.20th May 1936Box 168 \ 4  img015
Letter from accumulator manufacturer Peto & Radford acknowledging a query about earthing a positive battery terminal.27th Oct 1936Box 168 \ 4  img016
Letter to K.L.G. Sparking Plugs detailing the results of vibration tests on standard and experimental terminals.2nd Mar 1937Box 168 \ 4  img017
Instruction to arrange for 6 terminal heads to be made to drawing D.74450 and sent to Messrs. Lucas.3rd May 1937Box 168 \ 4  img018
Complaints about tight Phantom III Sparking Plug Terminals and fitting instructions.7th May 1937Box 168 \ 4  img019
Insulated plug terminals sent to address a complaint.10th Jun 1937Box 168 \ 4  img020
Refuting a previous dismissal of an issue with insulated plug terminals pulling off wires on the Phantom III.17th Jul 1937Box 168 \ 4  img021
The incorrect handing of a negative battery terminal on chassis 7.B.V.3rd Mar 1938Box 168 \ 4  img022
Request to obtain half a dozen plug terminals from E.R. Sparking Plugs Ltd. for the 1938 Hillman Minx.19th Mar 1938Box 168 \ 4  img023
Internal request to order one gross of Collett 'Ezetite' terminals for experimental use with high tension cables.6th Jul 1938Box 168 \ 4  img024
Request to obtain three dozen sparking plug terminals from the Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd.3rd Jan 1939Box 168 \ 4  img025
Note regarding a proposed change from a Weston ammeter to an Elliott ammeter, pending a 10,000-mile test report.4th Apr 1924Box 168 \ 5  img001
Comparison test report between an Elliott Chassis Ammeter and a standard Weston ammeter.10th Mar 1924Box 168 \ 5  img002
Requesting a 10,000-mile test for a sample ammeter from an alternative English supplier, Elliott Brothers.25th Apr 1924Box 168 \ 5  img003
Replacement of a special glass for an Elliott Ammeter to be fitted to an experimental car.28th Apr 1924Box 168 \ 5  img004
New glass fitted to an Elliott Ammeter, which is being sent for exhaustive road testing and comparison.10th May 1924Box 168 \ 5  img005
Testing an Elliott ammeter as a potential alternative to the Weston instrument for chassis 98-NK.12th May 1924Box 168 \ 5  img006
Letter from Thompson & Co. offering SIPAM Motor Car Type Ammeters.21th Jul 1924Box 168 \ 5  img007
French product sheet for automotive ammeters and voltmeters.21th Jul 1924Box 168 \ 5  img008
Price list for Type E-66 moving iron instruments (ammeters and voltmeters).21th Jul 1924Box 168 \ 5  img009
French language specification sheet showing three types of dashboard gauges and various dial faces.21th Jul 1924Box 168 \ 5  img010
French language specification sheet with diagrams for four types of mounting fixtures.21th Jul 1924Box 168 \ 5  img011
French language data sheet and price list for Type E-70 precision moving-coil instruments.4th Jul 1923Box 168 \ 5  img012
Technical drawings with dimensions for a flush-mounted model (Type A) and a surface-mounted model (Type B).4th Jul 1923Box 168 \ 5  img013
Letter from Elliott Brothers (London) Ltd enquiring about the road test results for a sample Ammeter.6th Oct 1924Box 168 \ 5  img014
The performance and condition of an Elliott Ammeter on chassis 98-NK, recommending re-testing.24th Oct 1924Box 168 \ 5  img015
Request to re-test the accuracy of an Elliott ammeter on chassis 98-NK.29th Dec 1924Box 168 \ 5  img016
Request to return two damaged Weston ammeters for repair and to have them fitted with an updated insulating device.1st Jan 1925Box 168 \ 5  img017
Recurring faults with an Elliott Ammeter after a 10,000-mile test, including a cracked glass and a jammed needle.24th Jan 1925Box 168 \ 5  img018
Inspection report on Elliott Ammeter No.134643 after a 10,000-mile test.23th Jan 1925Box 168 \ 5  img019
Passing a report on a faulty Elliott Ammeter to the manufacturer for a replacement.27th Jan 1925Box 168 \ 5  img020
Requesting the return of a Weston ammeter to the makers for repair.23th Feb 1925Box 168 \ 5  img021
Concerning the search for an ammeter to rival the Weston, and correspondence with supplier Elliott Brothers.3rd Mar 1925Box 168 \ 5  img022
Letter from Elliott Brothers (London) Ltd responding to complaints about an Elliott Ammeter.24th Feb 1925Box 168 \ 5  img023


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