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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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Use of a standard F.S.22 footswitch versus producing a special model.7th Oct 1938Box 168a \ 2  img396
Listing new parts and blueprints for switchboxes on all chassis, in particular Bentley III & Bentley 50.25th Oct 1938Box 168a \ 2  img397
List of parts to be fitted to existing instrument boards.25th Oct 1938Box 168a \ 2  img398
Temporary scheme for grouping separate switches on an instrument board for testing and approval on a Bentley III.25th Oct 1938Box 168a \ 2  img399
Investigation into the failure of a starter switch on chassis VAL-46.6th Oct 1938Box 168a \ 2  img400
Revisions and modifications to the Starter Main Switch.16th Nov 1938Box 168a \ 2  img401
Notification of new parts for a modification to the starter main switch.8th Dec 1938Box 168a \ 2  img402
Modification instructions for a Contact Plate and Switch Bases, referencing specific alteration numbers.19th Dec 1938Box 168a \ 2  img403
Decision to revert to the standard main switch and provide mounting proposals.19th Dec 1938Box 168a \ 2  img404
Instructions regarding blueprints for a Starter Main Switch and mounting bracket for the Bentley V Chassis.12th Jan 1939Box 168a \ 2  img405
Distributing blueprints for footswitch components (washer, bush, roller) to prevent breakages of Tufnol rollers.30th Jan 1939Box 168a \ 2  img406
Directive to modify ignition and lighting switches for specific Bentley chassis models by replacing contact plates and rivets.6th Feb 1939Box 168a \ 2  img407
Instruction to produce a modified Contact Rivet with an inclined face for ignition and lighting switches on Bentley V and 50 chassis.18th Feb 1939Box 168a \ 2  img408
Internal order request for heater switch components for a Wraith 80 chassis.1st Mar 1939Box 168a \ 2  img409
Bench and endurance test results for a starter push button switch.2nd Mar 1939Box 168a \ 2  img410
The modification status of lighting and ignition switches for final testing.2nd Mar 1939Box 168a \ 2  img411
Scheme for a proposed new design of a modified lighting switch lever in black moulding material.6th May 1939Box 168a \ 2  img412
Operational issues and potential improvements for a lighting switch.8th Mar 1939Box 168a \ 2  img413
Examination and modification report on a solenoid type starter main switch.11th Mar 1939Box 168a \ 2  img414
The efficiency and reliability of cone type versus plain plungers.11th Mar 1939Box 168a \ 2  img415
Modifications and spring rating experiments for a lighting switch.14th Mar 1939Box 168a \ 2  img416
Specifications for two new springs designed for a lighting switch.17th Mar 1939Box 168a \ 2  img417
Alteration to the switchbox lever for Bentley V and Bentley 50 chassis.20th Mar 1939Box 168a \ 2  img418
Request to obtain and test a changeover switch for ignition coils on special Bentley cars.22th Mar 1939Box 168a \ 2  img419
Hand-drawn wiring diagram of an ignition circuit with a change-over switch.5th Apr 1939Box 168a \ 2  img420
Test report on a Smith's Dimmer Switch for DB.295, concluding it is not suitable for production due to overheating.5th Apr 1939Box 168a \ 2  img421
The development of a cheaper lighting switch, detailing issues with friction and contact shape.5th Apr 1939Box 168a \ 2  img422
Modifications to a switch's recesses, bridge, and contact spring for endurance testing.5th Apr 1939Box 168a \ 2  img423
Revised blueprints for the grouping of separate switches.17th Apr 1939Box 168a \ 2  img424
Blueprints for a Rheostat Switch - Car Heater Escutcheon Plate.24th Apr 1939Box 168a \ 2  img425
Letter from Compound Electro Metals Ltd. promoting their Elmet Metals product.25th Apr 1939Box 168a \ 2  img426
Cover page for a document about Elmet Metals for electrical contacts and resistance welding electrodes.25th Apr 1939Box 168a \ 2  img427
Composite metals for high-efficiency contact tips in electrical apparatus.25th Apr 1939Box 168a \ 2  img428
Promotional page for Elmet composite metals and alloys for electric resistance welding components.1st Feb 1939Box 168a \ 2  img429
Advertisement page from Compound Electro Metals Ltd.1st Feb 1939Box 168a \ 2  img430
Sending blueprints for the Lucas 'Fg.29' Footswitch for the Bentley V.2nd Aug 1939Box 168a \ 2  img431
Replacing an unsuitable Smith's dimmer switch with a more robust Lucas unit.17th May 1939Box 168a \ 2  img432
Scheme detailing modifications for the D.CD.1308 Starter Main Switch.20th May 1939Box 168a \ 2  img433
B.T.H. Changeover H.T. Switch for potential speed trials on a Paulin type car.1st Jun 1939Box 168a \ 2  img434
Incorrectly manufactured Lucas car-heater rheostat switches where the engraving is upside down.7th Jul 1939Box 168a \ 2  img435
Internal request to order various switches and escutcheons from the Lucas Co. for testing and new car production.24th Aug 1939Box 168a \ 2  img436
List of parts for the LOP. DB.2500 Starter Main Switch, applicable to all chassis.24th Aug 1939Box 168a \ 2  img437
Parts list for a starter main switch and associated components required for Section 7340.24th Aug 1939Box 168a \ 2  img438
Request for an estimated factory cost for three switches to drawing LCD.1507.4th Dec 1939Box 168a \ 2  img439
The estimated production costs for Ignition, Lighting, and Starter Switches.22th Dec 1939Box 168a \ 2  img440
Requesting an order for 6 ARL type switches for emergency replacement.15th Feb 1940Box 168a \ 2  img441
Request to obtain six M.R.L. type switches for the chassis electrical system.21th May 1940Box 168a \ 2  img442
Invoice from Joseph Lucas Ltd. for a switch and requesting a confirmatory order for payment.17th Apr 1940Box 168a \ 2  img443
Improvement to the starter switch cable mounting on the Bentley V.24th Oct 1940Box 168a \ 2  img444
Brief internal memo requesting necessary action to be taken based on comments.28th Oct 1940Box 168a \ 2  img445
Improvement to the battery cable routing for the starter switch on the Bentley V.24th Oct 1940Box 168a \ 2  img446
Modification to the starter main switch cable routing.28th Oct 1940Box 168a \ 2  img447
Letter to Lucas Ltd. requesting a suitable dipper switch and horn push for a steering column.25th Mar 1941Box 168a \ 2  img448
Letter to Lucas Ltd. regarding the supply of a compact dipper switch for a steering column.25th Mar 1941Box 168a \ 2  img449
Letter from Joseph Lucas Ltd. enclosing drawings for a Dipper Switch for Steering Column mounting.10th Apr 1941Box 168a \ 2  img450
Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. acknowledging receipt of drawings.16th Apr 1941Box 168a \ 2  img451
The dimensions and dashboard position of a Lucas Starter Switch.29th Apr 1941Box 168a \ 2  img452
Letter enclosing a drawing from J. Lucas Ltd. regarding starter switches for a suitability review.14th Oct 1941Box 168a \ 2  img453
Confirming the suitability of the Model ST810 Type C.W. Starter Switch.15th Oct 1941Box 168a \ 2  img454
Request to obtain a catalogue for small switch gear from A.F. Bulgin & Co. Ltd.15th Oct 1941Box 168a \ 2  img455
Request to obtain two micro reversing switches and a catalogue from Burgess Products Co. Ltd.15th Oct 1941Box 168a \ 2  img456
Request to obtain two stoneware jugs for battery maintenance.10th Dec 1941Box 168a \ 2  img457
Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. confirming the suitability of a sample switch for fog lamps and requesting to complete an order.14th Oct 1942Box 168a \ 2  img458
Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. regarding a new armature for a C45TV type dynamo and a midget ignition coil.9th Jul 1942Box 168a \ 3  img001
Letter from Joseph Lucas Ltd. regarding an armature for a C45T Dynamo on a 1933 Model Vauxhall 10HP car.3rd Jul 1942Box 168a \ 3  img002
Request for a drawing of a dynamo and starter motor for the small Myth engine to complete the crankcase drawings.24th Jul 1940Box 168a \ 3  img003
The supply of blue-prints for electrical components for the Myth Engine M.40.2nd Jun 1941Box 168a \ 3  img004
Letter to Lucas Ltd. regarding a C.5.HV type dynamo fitted to the Lagonda.16th Sep 1940Box 168a \ 3  img005
Letter from Joseph Lucas Limited responding to an enquiry about dynamos and vacuum units for distributors.30th Sep 1940Box 168a \ 3  img006
Page two of a letter from Joseph Lucas Ltd. about a modification to a distributor shank to fit an extra bracket.30th Sep 1940Box 168a \ 3  img007
C.A.V.-BOSCH leaflet for Compensated Voltage Control Dynamos.15th May 1940Box 168a \ 3  img008
New form of constant current generator mentioned in the 'Electrical Times'.15th May 1940Box 168a \ 3  img009
New constant current generator for car dynamos, referencing an article in the 'Electrical Times'.15th May 1940Box 168a \ 3  img010
Handover of parts for a Bentley 60 Dynamo.25th Apr 1940Box 168a \ 3  img011
The rebuilding of a dismantled B.60 type dynamo for bench tests.30th Apr 1940Box 168a \ 3  img012
Requesting the rebuilding of a B.60 type dynamo for bench tests.24th Apr 1940Box 168a \ 3  img013
Letter to Messrs. Lucas Ltd. regarding the return of brackets and an order for a starter motor and regulators.20th Apr 1940Box 168a \ 3  img014
Letter from Joseph Lucas Ltd. confirming receipt of special dynamo brackets and the return of sample patterns.18th Apr 1940Box 168a \ 3  img015
Letter to Messrs. Lucas Ltd. regarding the completion of special dynamo brackets and an omission due to missing drawing dimensions.9th Apr 1940Box 168a \ 3  img016
Forwarding of D.H. and C.H. brackets to Messrs. J. Lucas Ltd. for a special dynamo.8th Apr 1940Box 168a \ 3  img017
Letter to Lucas Ltd. regarding the completion and despatch of special dynamo brackets, noting some holes were omitted due to missing dimensions.9th Apr 1940Box 168a \ 3  img018
Letter to Messrs. Lucas Ltd. regarding dynamo bearings, starter motors, and a request for regulator units.6th Apr 1940Box 168a \ 3  img019
Faulty commutators on Bentley 60 & 80 Dynamos due to incorrect material usage.2nd Apr 1940Box 168a \ 3  img020
Failure of commutators on R.60 and R.80 Dynamos due to being built with miconite instead of pure mica, and proposing their replacement.30th Mar 1940Box 168a \ 3  img021
On faulty commutators for B.60 and B.80 Dynamos due to incorrect material being used in their construction.30th Jul 1940Box 168a \ 3  img022
The distribution of blueprints for a Lucas Dynamo Mounting and experimental parts.29th Mar 1940Box 168a \ 3  img023
Letter from Joseph Lucas Limited regarding a sample N.3048 bearing for Dynamo Brackets.21th Mar 1940Box 168a \ 3  img024
Requesting the removal and repair of a failed regulator unit and dynamo for a specific car.16th Mar 1940Box 168a \ 3  img025
The removal and replacement of a faulty dynamo for car 3.B.50.15th Mar 1940Box 168a \ 3  img026
Request to arrange for the removal and examination of a faulty dynamo.15th Mar 1940Box 168a \ 3  img027
Requesting the removal of a faulty dynamo from a car for examination and replacement.13th Mar 1940Box 168a \ 3  img028
Riplet detailing new drawings and components for Scheme No. PL. 104, covering the crankcase, water pump, and dynamo.8th Mar 1940Box 168a \ 3  img029
New drawings and alterations for the Ripplet's crankcase, cylinders, and dynamo.7th Mar 1940Box 168a \ 3  img030
Explaining the reason for not fitting a 5' dynamo on the Phantom model.24th Feb 1940Box 168a \ 3  img031
Dynamo selection for future cars, comparing different sizes and their performance characteristics.24th Feb 1940Box 168a \ 3  img032
Necessary corrections for a Dynamo to be fitted to a B.60 Ripplet engine.24th Feb 1940Box 168a \ 3  img033
Typical performance curves for a C45PV 12 Volt Dynamo and LRT9 Regulator.31th Mar 1939Box 168a \ 3  img034
Mounting and output of a Lucas dynamo model C.45.PV on a B.80 engine.23th Feb 1940Box 168a \ 3  img035
Continued memo explaining the reasoning behind not fitting a specific dynamo on the Phantom model.24th Feb 1940Box 168a \ 3  img036
The recommendation of fitting a five-inch dynamo to the 8-cylinder car versus a 4.5-inch dynamo for other models.24th Feb 1940Box 168a \ 3  img037


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