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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 from B. S. Cunningham discussing the procurement and properties of 100 octane fuel compared to 87 octane fuel for engine use.3rd Nov 1927Box 174 \ 2  img228
Letter from Briggs Cunningham comparing his Cadillac V16 and Fiat 500 to a Bentley.29th Dec 1937Box 174 \ 2  img229
Letter from a New York attorney enclosing a newspaper clipping regarding workforce reductions at General Motors.29th Dec 1937Box 174 \ 2  img230
Letter to Mr. Cunningham discussing grouse shooting, car comparisons, and engine specifications.31th Dec 1937Box 174 \ 2  img231
Letter to B.S. Cunningham discussing the 'Fiat 500' car and a potential trip to America.31th Dec 1937Box 174 \ 2  img232
Letter to P.D. Herrick of Lycoming Manufacturing Co. regarding high lift cams with mushroom followers.7th Jan 1938Box 174 \ 2  img233
'Brightray' coated exhaust valves and the material specifications for 'Silcrome' seat inserts.21th Jan 1938Box 174 \ 2  img234
Letter from Wilcox-Rich discussing cam design, valve lift, tappet types, and camshaft materials.28th Dec 1937Box 174 \ 2  img235
Letter from Wilcox-Rich Corporation discussing the material specifications of Silcrome seat rings for aircraft engines.29th Dec 1937Box 174 \ 2  img236
List of calculations for determining cam and tappet specifications and angles.27th Dec 1937Box 174 \ 2  img237
Page of calculations for lift on flank, lift on involute, total lift, and base circle radius.27th Dec 1937Box 174 \ 2  img238
Letter to Eaton Manufacturing Co. regarding hydraulic tappets and requesting a layout for oil feed on a side valve engine.24th Jan 1938Box 174 \ 2  img239
Letter to Studebaker Corporation seeking information on in-line eight engine bearing designs.5th Mar 1938Box 174 \ 2  img240
Letter to Buick's Chief Engineer discussing inline-eight engine designs, bearing configurations, and horsepower curves.7th Mar 1938Box 174 \ 2  img241
Request to Studebaker for a vacuum cylinder used for their assisted gear change.17th Mar 1938Box 174 \ 2  img242
Request to place an order with Studebaker Export Corporation for a vacuum cylinder.22th Apr 1938Box 174 \ 2  img243
Thank you letter to S. Sparrow of Studebaker Corporation for a Vacuum Cylinder.22th Apr 1938Box 174 \ 2  img244
Letter discussing developments on a 6-function valve, Packard soft-ride controls, and a new car project involving Walter Griswold.7th Apr 1938Box 174 \ 2  img245
Letter discussing US motor industry conditions, the 1928 models, and potential work for a person named Walter in Great Britain.2nd Jul 1928Box 174 \ 2  img246
Letter to Mr. Schubert regarding a factory re-organisation and a potential future meeting.10th May 1938Box 174 \ 2  img247
Inquiry to Studebaker Corporation regarding their overdrive system and 6-cylinder crankshaft torsional periods.11th May 1938Box 174 \ 2  img248
Letter from Studebaker discussing the inertia-operated overdrive and torsional characteristics of their engines.20th May 1938Box 174 \ 2  img249
Forced vibration, crankshaft deflection, and the performance of different engine vibration dampers.20th May 1938Box 174 \ 2  img250
Diagrams showing crankshaft torsional vibration at different RPMs for aluminium and cast iron pistons.11th Jul 1934Box 174 \ 2  img251
Diagrams comparing engine characteristics using Aluminium and Cast Iron pistons at various RPMs.11th May 1934Box 174 \ 2  img252
Letter from Wilcox-Rich to Mr. Robotham regarding difficulties experienced with hydraulic lifters.10th Jun 1938Box 174 \ 2  img253
Letter responding to a query about hydraulic lash adjusters and their issues.21th Jun 1938Box 174 \ 2  img254
Letter from Wilcox-Rich regarding hydraulic lash adjusters and a proposal for collaboration.6th Jul 1938Box 174 \ 2  img255
Letter from Wilcox-Rich regarding oil lubrication system drawings and oil pressure specifications.6th Jul 1938Box 174 \ 2  img256
Confidential letter to V.C. Young of Wilcox-Rich Manufacturing Co. regarding a request for data on a novel engine.16th Jul 1938Box 174 \ 2  img257
List of points of interest regarding American automotive design and technology for an upcoming visit to the U.S.A.25th Aug 1938Box 174 \ 2  img258
List of queries regarding American automotive developments, testing, and materials.25th Aug 1938Box 174 \ 2  img259
Letter from J. S. Inskip Inc. in New York to W. A. Robotham in Derby concerning US market feedback and car consignment.17th Aug 1936Box 174 \ 2  img260
Letter of introduction for an engineer visiting Detroit to survey the American motor-car industry.29th Aug 1936Box 174 \ 2  img261
Letter to J.S. Inskip regarding company re-organisation and a visit from Dr. Llewelyn Smith.27th Aug 1938Box 174 \ 2  img262
Correspondence regarding the Diesel Engine Division and a list of useful industry contacts.29th Aug 1936Box 174 \ 2  img263
Letter of introduction for Dr. Llewelyn Smith for his visit to The Eclipse Aviation Co. in the USA.30th Aug 1938Box 174 \ 2  img264
Letter of introduction for Dr. Llewelyn Smith to Mr. Herrick of Lycoming Motors.30th Aug 1938Box 174 \ 2  img265
Letter of introduction for Dr. Llewelyn Smith to Mr. E.D. Geyer of General Motors in Ohio, USA.30th Aug 1938Box 174 \ 2  img266
Letter of introduction for Dr. Llewelyn Smith to Mr. J.B. Taylor in New York.30th Aug 1938Box 174 \ 2  img267
Letter of introduction for Dr. Llewelyn Smith's visit to the United States.30th Aug 1938Box 174 \ 2  img268
Letter of introduction for Dr. Llewelyn Smith to Mr. J.M. Crawford of Chevrolet Motor Co.30th Aug 1938Box 174 \ 2  img269
Letter of introduction for Dr. Llewelyn Smith, who is visiting the USA on behalf of the company, to Mr. L.P. Saunders of General Motors.30th Aug 1938Box 174 \ 2  img270
Letter of introduction for Dr. Llewelyn Smith for his visit to America.30th Aug 1938Box 174 \ 2  img271
Letter of introduction for Dr. Llewelyn Smith to Mr. Chayne of Buick Motor Co. during a visit to the USA.30th Aug 1938Box 174 \ 2  img272
Letter of introduction for Dr. Llewellyn Smith to H.T. Woolson, Chief Engineer at Chrysler Corporation.30th Aug 1938Box 174 \ 2  img273
Letter of introduction for Dr. Llewelyn Smith to Mr. S. Sparrow of the Studebaker Corporation.30th Aug 1938Box 174 \ 2  img274
Letter of introduction for Dr. Llewelyn Smith to V.C. Young of the Wilcox-Rich Manufacturing Corporation.30th Aug 1938Box 174 \ 2  img275
Letter of introduction for Dr. Llewelyn Smith to Mr. S. Sparrow of Studebaker Corporation.30th Aug 1938Box 174 \ 2  img276
Letter of introduction for Dr. Llewelyn Smith to Mr. F.C. Mock of Bendix Products Corporation.30th Aug 1938Box 174 \ 2  img277
Letter of introduction for Dr. Llewelyn Smith's visit to the United States.30th Aug 1938Box 174 \ 2  img278
Letter concerning the potential manufacturing of Wilcox Rich tappets and a request for dimensions.19th Sep 1938Box 174 \ 2  img279
Letter from US retailer J.S. Inskip to Mr. W.A. Robotham discussing market expansion in America and a visit from Dr. Smith.6th Sep 1938Box 174 \ 2  img280
Letter from Wilcox-Rich discussing a quotation for Zero-Lash hydraulic valve lifters based on blueprint PD-252.31th Oct 1938Box 174 \ 2  img281
Letter to Thompson Products Inc. seeking advice on salt-cooling versus copper-cooling for side valve engines.18th Nov 1938Box 174 \ 2  img282
Inquiry to Lycoming Motors regarding high-output side valve engines and the types of exhaust valves used.18th Nov 1938Box 174 \ 2  img283
Letter to Eaton Manufacturing Company requesting information on hydraulic valve adjusters and tappets for side valve engines.18th Nov 1938Box 174 \ 2  img284
Article from The Automobile Engineer on poppet valves and developments in cooling methods.1st Sep 1931Box 174 \ 2  img285
Page detailing the development and various designs of engine valves, including sodium-cooled types.1st Sep 1931Box 174 \ 2  img286
Page from 'The Automobile Engineer' magazine discussing copper-filled valves, valve cooling, and valve seat materials.1st Sep 1931Box 174 \ 2  img287
Analysis of valve-seat 'pick-up' issues, heat transfer properties of valve materials, and a review of a paint-spraying apparatus.1st Dec 1938Box 174 \ 2  img288
Letter to Studebaker Corporation with technical questions about exhaust valves, dampers, and gearboxes.1st Dec 1938Box 174 \ 2  img289
The concluding page of a letter to S. Sparrow, Esq. regarding a request for information.1st Dec 1938Box 174 \ 2  img290
Letter to Chrysler Corporation seeking information on exhaust valve temperature and design.2nd Dec 1938Box 174 \ 2  img291
Letter to the Chief Engineer of Olds Motor Works Division regarding exhaust valve performance and design.2nd Dec 1938Box 174 \ 2  img292
Letter asking S. Heron of Ethyl Export Corporation for information on engine exhaust valve technology and performance.2nd Dec 1938Box 174 \ 2  img293
Letter from Wilcox-Rich discussing sodium-cooled valves and coolant mixtures.5th Dec 1938Box 174 \ 2  img294
Letter to S. Sparrow of Studebaker Corporation regarding the conclusion that excessive valve temperature is due to high-speed detonation.23th Dec 1938Box 174 \ 2  img295
Letter from Lycoming Manufacturing Company discussing their methods for engine valve cooling.6th Dec 1938Box 174 \ 2  img296
Letter from Lycoming Manufacturing Company detailing methods for improving engine volumetric efficiency and reducing exhaust valve temperatures.6th Dec 1938Box 174 \ 2  img297
Letter from Thompson Products Inc. regarding copper-cooled versus sodium-cooled engine valves.12th Dec 1938Box 174 \ 2  img298
Letter from Studebaker Corporation discussing exhaust valve temperatures, cooling methods, and engine flare-up issues.14th Dec 1938Box 174 \ 2  img299
Engine after-firing, crankshaft vibration dampers, and overdrive gearbox kickdown functionality.14th Dec 1938Box 174 \ 2  img300
Letter from Olds Motor Works to W. A. Robotham regarding general opinions on sodium-cooled exhaust valves.16th Dec 1936Box 174 \ 2  img301
Letter from S.D. Heron of Ethyl Gasoline Corporation regarding exhaust valve temperature.19th Dec 1938Box 174 \ 2  img302
Letter to A.T. Colwell of Thompson Products, Inc., regarding copper-cooled and sodium-cooled valves.22th Dec 1938Box 174 \ 2  img303
Letter to Lycoming Manufacturing Company regarding criticisms of exhaust valves and counter-boring valve guides.22th Dec 1938Box 174 \ 2  img304
Letter to S.D. Heron of Ethyl Gasoline Corporation regarding valves.2nd Jan 1938Box 174 \ 2  img305
Letter to Chrysler Corporation thanking them for information on the free flow of gas and reducing valve temperature.3rd Jan 1938Box 174 \ 2  img306
Letter from Wilcox-Rich discussing difficulties and developments in sodium-cooled valve technology.5th Dec 1939Box 174 \ 2  img307
Letter from Lycoming Manufacturing Company discussing the design and materials for exhaust valve guides, specifically concerning counter boring and cooling.10th Jan 1939Box 174 \ 2  img308
Blueprint for a valve guide with dimensions and manufacturing notes.10th Jan 1939Box 174 \ 2  img309
Blueprint for a Valve Stem Guide.10th Jan 1939Box 174 \ 2  img310
Letter from Thompson Products, Inc. regarding the use and cost of sodium-cooled valves.18th Jan 1939Box 174 \ 2  img311
Letter discussing a new Bentley design and the need for independent front suspension for rough roads.18th Jan 1939Box 174 \ 2  img312
Letter comparing the acceleration of American cars with a special 8-litre Bentley.18th Jan 1939Box 174 \ 2  img313
Letter from a customer detailing a car breakdown and subsequent troubleshooting.18th Jan 1939Box 174 \ 2  img314
Report detailing the diagnosis and repair of a carburettor float issue, and a query on acceleration performance.11th Mar 1939Box 174 \ 2  img315
Letter to B.S. Cunningham discussing the performance of a Streamline Bentley, with comparisons to an American Buick.11th Mar 1939Box 174 \ 2  img316
Letter to B.S. Cunningham discussing the interior space of a standard Bentley.11th Mar 1939Box 174 \ 2  img317
Letter from B. S. Cunningham to Mr. Robotham discussing car features and performance.11th Mar 1939Box 174 \ 2  img318
Letter discussing preferences for car design, suspension, and performance.11th Mar 1939Box 174 \ 2  img319
Letter from B.S. Cunningham requesting a performance test report on a new Bentley for comparison with a Buick Century.11th Mar 1939Box 174 \ 2  img320
Letter discussing motor changes, horsepower gains, and comparisons between a Buick and a Bentley engine.12th Apr 1939Box 174 \ 2  img321
Notification of a vacancy in the Rolls-Royce Defence Unit troop for a Mr. H. M. White.12th Apr 1939Box 174 \ 2  img322
Letter to a customer discussing the performance of a new Bentley and a special Buick.14th Apr 1939Box 174 \ 2  img323
Letter to Mr. Cunningham regarding the collection of his Bentley and a proposed meeting.28th Jul 1939Box 174 \ 2  img324
Letter from Briggs Cunningham to Mr. Robotham discussing a meeting, cars, and a potential trade.1st Aug 1960Box 174 \ 2  img325
Briggs S. Cunningham's discussions with W.O. Bentley and Lagonda regarding a potential new car build.1st Aug 1960Box 174 \ 2  img326
Letter from a customer to Bentley Motors expressing dissatisfaction with a car's performance and preference for a Mulliner body over the new streamline design.2nd Jul 1934Box 174 \ 2  img327


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