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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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Temporary modification to a pump switch to prevent tracking.20th Apr 1937Box 168a \ 2  img295
Dispatch of 230 Petrol Pump Switches to Messrs. Lucas for modification.21th Apr 1937Box 168a \ 2  img296
Production specification and test for a right-hand headlamp foot switch to DB.1121.21th Apr 1937Box 168a \ 2  img297
Inspection, adjustment, and test specification for a foot-operated headlamp switch, part number DB.1121.21th Apr 1937Box 168a \ 2  img298
Dispatch of a modified petrol pump switch and the return of the old one.22th Apr 1937Box 168a \ 2  img299
Simplified design and manufacturing of the Wraith III main switch.22th Apr 1937Box 168a \ 2  img300
Confirming a modified petrol pump switch has been fitted and the old one is being returned.23th Apr 1937Box 168a \ 2  img301
Issues with a petrol pump switch, its recall, and potential replacement.23th Apr 1937Box 168a \ 2  img302
The immediate recall and replacement of faulty switches to prevent petrol pump issues.21th Apr 1937Box 168a \ 2  img303
Cost comparison of petrol pump switches and foot switches from supplier Lucas versus a proposed new design.9th Mar 1937Box 168a \ 2  img304
Attaching a blueprint of RR.Sch.1077 for the Wraith III Main Switch.26th Apr 1937Box 168a \ 2  img305
Request for a drawing or sample of a petrol pump switch for examination before a decision is made.10th May 1937Box 168a \ 2  img306
Letter to The Motor Roof Lamp Co. regarding a fault with push-pull switches where the knobs work loose.12th Apr 1937Box 168a \ 2  img307
Follow-up letter to The Motor Roof Lamps Co. regarding a previous unanswered communication.26th Apr 1937Box 168a \ 2  img308
Request to replace a burnt-out flexible contact lead on a changeover switch.26th Apr 1937Box 168a \ 2  img309
Failure of a redesigned starter switch during endurance testing.4th May 1931Box 168a \ 2  img311
Request to despatch a failed Lucas Dimmer switch to Messrs. Lucas for inspection.5th May 1937Box 168a \ 2  img312
New Phantom III Starter Switch design, its performance, and reduced manufacturing costs.16th Apr 1937Box 168a \ 2  img313
Sending an improved, cheaper Phantom III Starter Motor Switch for testing and requesting a decision.20th Apr 1937Box 168a \ 2  img314
Faulty Bentley indicator switch and an enclosed translation regarding Delco Remy distributors.4th May 1937Box 168a \ 2  img315
Extract from a guide on troubleshooting roadside issues, specifically focusing on the contact breaker.8th May 1937Box 168a \ 2  img316
Offering criticisms on the simplified Wraith III main switch to make it more economical to assemble.8th May 1937Box 168a \ 2  img317
Sample petrol pump switch for the 'Phantom III' Chassis received from Messrs. J. Lucas, sent for testing.21th May 1937Box 168a \ 2  img318
Faulty Lucas Horns Relay Switch being sent to the makers for examination.31th May 1937Box 168a \ 2  img319
New switch for checking petrol pumps, which has been sent for testing.24th May 1937Box 168a \ 2  img320
Test report and design critique of a new petrol pump switch from Messrs. Lucas which failed endurance testing.26th May 1937Box 168a \ 2  img321
Comparing the price of a Lucas two-way switch with a proprietary switch for petrol pumps, recommending the latter.5th May 1937Box 168a \ 2  img322
Modifications, testing, and design feedback for a revised petrol pump switch.9th Jun 1937Box 168a \ 2  img323
Returning a failed petrol pump switch for inspection.26th May 1937Box 168a \ 2  img324
Proposed modifications to the Wraith III Main Switch, RR.Sch.1077.1st Jun 1937Box 168a \ 2  img325
The dispatch of a dismantled Lucas Foot Switch for examination and report.3rd Jun 1937Box 168a \ 2  img326
Requesting the despatch of a Lucas footswitch to Messrs Lucas for examination and report.4th Jun 1937Box 168a \ 2  img327
Proposed Lucas fuse board and suggesting a new arrangement with six fuses, including a modification to the switchbox.18th Jun 1937Box 168a \ 2  img328
Diagram of a fuse board with a proposed new Lucas design incorporating 6 fuses.18th Jun 1937Box 168a \ 2  img329
Wiring diagram blueprint showing connections from a switch box to various vehicle electrical components.9th Jun 1931Box 168a \ 2  img330
Obsolete petrol pump switch on chassis 3-B-IV, requesting a new Lucas switch be fitted.9th Jun 1931Box 168a \ 2  img331
Results of bench tests on a modified Phantom III Starter Push button Switch.23th Dec 1937Box 168a \ 2  img332
Request to replace a faulty Lucas foot switch on chassis 27.G.VI with a standard footswitch.20th Dec 1937Box 168a \ 2  img333
Faulty Lucas foot switch on chassis 27.G.VI and the request to fit a standard replacement.20th Dec 1937Box 168a \ 2  img334
Letter to Joseph Lucas & Co. Ltd. regarding a foot-switch failure on a Phantom III chassis.13th Jul 1937Box 168a \ 2  img335
Letter from Joseph Lucas Limited regarding a foot switch fault causing a 'black-out' on a Phantom III chassis.14th Jul 1937Box 168a \ 2  img336
The electrical failure of a new petrol pump switch during testing, leading to its disapproval.17th Jun 1937Box 168a \ 2  img337
Material change for main switch armatures from Duralumin to mild steel due to supply difficulties.22th Jun 1937Box 168a \ 2  img338
Substitution of a Duralumin armature with a mild steel one for the Main Switch Sec.8160.24th Jun 1937Box 168a \ 2  img339
Request to arrange for a set of cables to be made for a Lucas Universal Footswitch wiring.5th Jul 1937Box 168a \ 2  img340
Modifications for a Lucas type FS.22/N Headlamp Footswitch for R.R. & Bentley Chassis.6th Jul 1937Box 168a \ 2  img341
Recommendation to substitute a mild steel armature for a Duralumin one in the Starter Motor Main Switch due to supply issues.9th Jul 1937Box 168a \ 2  img342
The testing of a modified 'Phantom III' petrol pump switch.9th Jul 1937Box 168a \ 2  img343
Request for a replacement Lucas footswitch for a Phantom III due to a fault causing a lamp to black out.9th Jul 1937Box 168a \ 2  img344
Arranging the air dispatch of a footswitch and a petrol pump needle valve to Mr. I. M. Waller in France for testing.10th Jul 1937Box 168a \ 2  img345
The dimmer switch for instrument lights on the Phantom III 35-EX, noting it was a good feature missed in a recent report.17th Jul 1937Box 168a \ 2  img346
Modification to the starter switch for the Phantom III and 25/30 models, to be detailed for experimental issue.25th Aug 1937Box 168a \ 2  img347
Lucas footswitch for a 32-EX Phantom III, noting an intermittent fault has resolved itself.13th Jul 1937Box 168a \ 2  img348
Endurance test report on a starter motor relay switch designed by HPS/TT.25th Aug 1937Box 168a \ 2  img349
Recommendation for using a Tungsten-Copper alloy (Elmet) for switch contacts.2nd Jul 1937Box 168a \ 2  img350
Requirement for a flexible rubber sealing diaphragm for the new type Lucas Footswitch on the Phantom III.2nd Jul 1937Box 168a \ 2  img351
Endurance test report on the Phantom III Starter Motor Push Button Switch.16th Jun 1937Box 168a \ 2  img352
Requesting a covering order for Lucas dimmer switches to be booked to specific order numbers.18th Aug 1937Box 168a \ 2  img353
Preparation of a Phantom III Foot Switch and a request for the chassis details for fitting.8th Sep 1937Box 168a \ 2  img354
The failure of a Phantom III push button switch, recommending a modification to the pigtail connection.10th Sep 1937Box 168a \ 2  img355
Request to replace the existing dipper switch on chassis 36-FX with a modified version, No. D.38.10th Sep 1937Box 168a \ 2  img356
Investigation into a modification for the Phantom III push button switch to address the breakage of the carbon contact pigtail.20th Sep 1937Box 168a \ 2  img357
Endurance test report on a Phantom III starter motor push button switch.21th Sep 1937Box 168a \ 2  img358
Hand-made sample of a petrol pump switch from Lucas for testing on the Phantom III.24th Sep 1937Box 168a \ 2  img359
News release from International Technical Developments Ltd. about the H-C Vapour-Proof Switch.1st Oct 1937Box 168a \ 2  img360
News release detailing the construction and electrical data for various types of switches.1st Dec 1937Box 168a \ 2  img361
Product leaflet for the H.C. Vapour-proof Precision Switch, detailing its components and different types.1st Oct 1937Box 168a \ 2  img362
Provisional price list for the H.C. Vapour-Proof Precision Switch.1st Oct 1937Box 168a \ 2  img363
Test report on the Lucas 'Four Way' Petrol Pump Switch.14th Oct 1937Box 168a \ 2  img364
Advice note from Joseph Lucas Limited regarding a dimmer switch for a Bentley chassis and a dimming switch sample.17th Jan 1938Box 168a \ 2  img365
Endurance test report for a Lucas ST.900 Starter Motor relay switch No. 760151.26th Jan 1938Box 168a \ 2  img366
Lucas starter motor switch, comparing its weight and post-test condition, with a recommendation for its use on the Bentley chassis.26th Jan 1938Box 168a \ 2  img367
Requesting hand-made samples of a changeover switch for trial and standardisation.10th Mar 1938Box 168a \ 2  img368
Standardization of Lucas R.100 headlamps for English and Continental use on Phantom III, Wraith, and Bentley models.9th Mar 1938Box 168a \ 2  img369
Promise to provide a reverse light switch for the Wraith model.10th Mar 1938Box 168a \ 2  img370
Instruction to delete a flange and rubber washer on the Wraith III chassis, enabling the use of a standard 25/30 HP type footswitch.4th Mar 1938Box 168a \ 2  img371
Parts and materials list for a Magnet Coil and Core for Starter Switch SEC.8060.11th Mar 1938Box 168a \ 2  img372
Instructions for making a coil and core and fitting it to an existing switch for testing.11th Mar 1938Box 168a \ 2  img373
Order request to J. Lucas Ltd. for a pair of R.100 headlamps for trial and potential standardisation.14th Mar 1938Box 168a \ 2  img374
New moulded button for a 2-tone horn switch, addressing rattle issues and requesting it be issued for experiment.18th Mar 1938Box 168a \ 2  img375
Instructions for producing a moulded top horn button for the Wraith and Bentley III models to eliminate rattles.28th Mar 1938Box 168a \ 2  img376
Using the Phantom III 2-tone horn switch on the Wraith model, requiring a new quadrant casting.7th Apr 1938Box 168a \ 2  img377
Endurance test report for a main switch, comparing the DCD.123 model with two others.11th Apr 1938Box 168a \ 2  img378
Comparison and recommendation of a Lucas switch against a potential in-house design for Bentley cars.10th Jun 1938Box 168a \ 2  img379
The development of starter main switches, including the production of a new solenoid type.10th Jun 1938Box 168a \ 2  img380
Broken return spring on a standard footswitch during an endurance test.11th Jun 1938Box 168a \ 2  img381
Reporting the failure of a footswitch under endurance testing due to a collapsed 'Tufnol' roller.24th Jun 1938Box 168a \ 2  img382
Test report on Lucas petrol pump switches detailing failures and recommendations.19th Jul 1938Box 168a \ 2  img383
The parts for a Starter Main Switch for all chassis.17th Aug 1938Box 168a \ 2  img384
Parts list for a starter and main switch, with additional parts for testing purposes and fitting instructions.1st Sep 1938Box 168a \ 2  img385
Letter from Jens A. B. Jacobsen offering new Wing Indicator Time Switches for motor cars.1st Sep 1938Box 168a \ 2  img386
Blank or unreadable black page with binder holes on the left.15th Sep 1938Box 168a \ 2  img387
Letter confirming the dispatch of a sample Direction Indicator Time Switch.15th Sep 1938Box 168a \ 2  img388
Presenting a revised and simplified design for controlling switches for lights, ignition, and starting.19th Sep 1938Box 168a \ 2  img389
The design and wiring of a switchbox, its associated components, and dynamo circuit.19th Sep 1938Box 168a \ 2  img390
The adoption of a superior and cheaper foot switch from a specialist (Lucas) rather than re-designing their own.19th Sep 1938Box 168a \ 2  img391
Endurance tests conducted on three types of footswitches.9th Sep 1930Box 168a \ 2  img392
Failure report comparing three different dipper switches by cause of failure and number of operations.20th Sep 1938Box 168a \ 2  img393
The testing of a Lucas Ignition Switch, Type No. M & N - 30.20th Sep 1936Box 168a \ 2  img394
Table of volt drop readings at different operational cycles and amperage levels.20th Sep 1938Box 168a \ 2  img395


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