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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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Sending a model of a Bentley dashboard noise insulation scheme.8th May 1936Box 27a \ 1  Scan433
The dispatch of new stiffened type headlamp crossmembers for two specific chassis following failures.8th May 1936Box 27a \ 1  Scan434
Letter concerning a reamer for shock absorber bushes for Chassis N° B.8.GA, a 4 1/4 Litre Trials Car.11th May 1936Box 27a \ 1  Scan435
Reminder letter from 'Sr' to 'Rm' regarding outstanding issues on a 4.1/4 litre Bentley.14th May 1936Box 27a \ 1  Scan436
Bentley with excessive rear braking during the Paris Trials, requesting new levers and cams.16th May 1936Box 27a \ 1  Scan437
Modifications to a Bentley's braking system for the Paris Trials.16th May 1936Box 27a \ 1  Scan438
Letter discussing a fractured bracket and broken wing stay studs on a Bentley chassis.16th May 1936Box 27a \ 1  Scan439
Shock damper bush clearances and the trial of a new reamer.18th May 1936Box 27a \ 1  Scan440
Recurring failure of crossmembers on several chassis, requesting replacements and advice on procedure.19th May 1936Box 27a \ 1  Scan441
Rear axle seizure, detailing the repair involving swapping parts with another vehicle and the subsequent investigation into the cause.20th May 1936Box 27a \ 1  Scan442
The findings after dismantling an axle, noting oil leaks, a defective seal, and heat damage.20th May 1936Box 27a \ 1  Scan443
Correspondence regarding the dismantling of the rear axle from Chassis B.8.GA, the Paris Trials Car, due to gear failure.5th May 1936Box 27a \ 1  Scan444
Engine work and a subsequent road test for oil consumption on Chassis B.I.CW for Mr. Favier.20th May 1936Box 27a \ 1  Scan445
Examination and replacement of cracked cross members on Bentley Chassis B.59-DK.21th May 1936Box 27a \ 1  Scan446
Letter addressing various mechanical issues and part replacements for a 4 1/4 litre Bentley.21th May 1936Box 27a \ 1  Scan447
Despatch of a Borg & Beck Clutch Centre Plate for a Bentley 4¼ litre demonstration car.22th May 1936Box 27a \ 1  Scan448
Despatch of a large oil pump for a 4 1/4 litre Bentley demonstration car to Paris.22th May 1936Box 27a \ 1  Scan449
Correspondence regarding stiffened type headlamp crossmembers for chassis B.69.DX.25th May 1936Box 27a \ 1  Scan450
Faulty rear axle oil seal on Chassis B.8.GA, the Paris Trials Car.27th May 1936Box 27a \ 1  Scan451
Adding a baffle and oil thrower to the oil seal to prevent gear seizure.27th May 1936Box 27a \ 1  Scan452
Bentley Rear Axle Oil Seal failure and potential causes.29th May 1936Box 27a \ 1  Scan453
Investigation into a constant mesh gear failure on chassis B-5-AE, concluding it was a one-off manufacturing error.29th May 1936Box 27a \ 1  Scan454
Letter to F.H. Royce discussing the adoption of a new A.C. mechanical fuel pump to replace the Stewart-Warner vacuum feed system.11th Oct 1927Box 27a \ 2  Scan001
Letter from Maurice Olley discussing fuel gauge diaphragms and venting requirements.11th Oct 1927Box 27a \ 2  Scan003
Completed fuel pump questionnaire for a 40/50 model engine.11th Oct 1927Box 27a \ 2  Scan004
Fuel pump questionnaire with handwritten specifications for the 'New Phantom' model.28th Feb 1927Box 27a \ 2  Scan005
AC Bulletin detailing test results for the AC Fuel Pressure System.28th Feb 1927Box 27a \ 2  Scan006
Graph showing the capacity of an A.C. V.S. fuel pump against pump speed during testing.12th Aug 1926Box 27a \ 2  Scan007
Schematic diagram of a pedal-operated fluid pump and distribution system.12th Aug 1926Box 27a \ 2  Scan008
From AC Spark Plug Company introducing a new fuel pump and explaining how it works.12th Aug 1926Box 27a \ 2  Scan009
Description of a fuel pump's operation, its features, and the faults of alternative fuel systems.12th Aug 1926Box 27a \ 2  Scan010
Analysis of the issues with vacuum, mechanical, and electrical fuel systems, concluding with the benefits of the AC Fuel Pump System.12th Aug 1926Box 27a \ 2  Scan011
The principles and troubleshooting of the AC fuel pressure system.12th Aug 1926Box 27a \ 2  Scan012
From AC Spark Plug Company discussing installation errors and correct procedures for pumps.12th Aug 1926Box 27a \ 2  Scan013
Graph of a V.S. Gas Pump Test, plotting capacity against pump speed for different lift heights using kerosene.11th Nov 1927Box 27a \ 2  Scan014
Scale drawing of an A-C petrol pump for experimental testing on a car.11th Nov 1927Box 27a \ 2  Scan015
Experiment to try out an A-C fuel pump with two different mounting options.23th Nov 1927Box 27a \ 2  Scan016
Drawing showing the potential mounting position for an A.C. pump.23th Nov 1927Box 27a \ 2  Scan017
Completed Fuel Pump Questionnaire for the 'New Phantom' model.18th Jan 1928Box 27a \ 2  Scan018
Letter from AC-SPHINX Sparking Plug Company Ltd regarding a fuel pump test report.18th Jan 1928Box 27a \ 2  Scan019
Test report on the A-C petrol pump.6th Feb 1928Box 27a \ 2  Scan020
Performance graph showing the delivery rate and test conditions for an A.C. petrol pump.17th Feb 1928Box 27a \ 2  Scan021
Page marked by a 'Print Room' stamp.17th Feb 1928Box 27a \ 2  Scan022
Reliability of an A.C. petrol pump and suggesting improvements for use on a Phantom model.24th Feb 1928Box 27a \ 2  Scan023
Sample A.C. Petrol Pump as a potential replacement for the Autovac system.26th Apr 1929Box 27a \ 2  Scan024
Declining the adoption of the A.C. Petrol Pump after testing.29th Apr 1929Box 27a \ 2  Scan025
Query regarding the smallest available size of sylphon tubing for a new petrol pump design.14th Jun 1930Box 27a \ 2  Scan026
Request for a patent search on the Stromberg down-draught carburetter to validate their patent on using induction pipe vacuum to operate the accelerating petrol pump.1st Jul 1930Box 27a \ 2  Scan027
Extract from a report discussing the near completion of a petrol pump for car work.8th Jul 1930Box 27a \ 2  Scan028
Technical memo detailing the P.2. Petrol Pump, its interchangeability between R.H. and L.H. chassis, and associated modifications.9th Jul 1930Box 27a \ 2  Scan029
Requesting a 25 HP chassis and updating on the design progress for the Phantom II induction, governor gear, and a new petrol pump.9th Jul 1930Box 27a \ 2  Scan030
New electrical fuel pump from the S.U. Company and suggesting a sample be requested.26th Sep 1930Box 27a \ 2  Scan031
Letter from Amalgamated Carburetters Ltd. introducing their 'AMAL' Fuel Pump.14th Oct 1930Box 27a \ 2  Scan032
Letter to Amalgamated Carburetters Ltd. regarding a missing leaflet for an 'AMAL' Fuel Pump.16th Oct 1930Box 27a \ 2  Scan033
Letter from Amalgamated Carburetters Ltd. regarding an omitted leaflet.17th Oct 1930Box 27a \ 2  Scan034
Advertisement leaflet for the AMAL Fuel Pump.12th Jan 1931Box 27a \ 2  Scan035
Letter from Amalgamated Carburetters Ltd. regarding a fuel specification error and the calibration of a Mark IX Flowmeter.12th Jan 1931Box 27a \ 2  Scan036
Instructing the fitting of a S.U. Co's Kent Petrol pump to vehicle 24-EX.26th Jan 1931Box 27a \ 2  Scan037
From ROY to Hs. regarding two S.U. Petrolifts sent for inspection, one being a sectioned model to demonstrate the spark on the points.7th Feb 1931Box 27a \ 2  Scan038
Redesign of a petrol pump from sylphon tubes to a fabric diaphragm to reduce cost.4th May 1931Box 27a \ 2  Scan039
Development and advantages of the A.C. fabric type petrol pump.5th May 1931Box 27a \ 2  Scan040
New petrol pump, detailing its advantages over the A.C. model and its suitability for the 25HP engine.7th May 1931Box 27a \ 2  Scan041
Covering letter for a letter and blueprint from A.C. Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding A.C. petrol pumps.11th May 1931Box 27a \ 2  Scan042
Letter from AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co Ltd. regarding the supply and testing of sample petrol pumps.8th May 1931Box 27a \ 2  Scan043
Page 2 of a letter from The AC Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding a potential deficiency in layout PE-276.8th May 1931Box 27a \ 2  Scan044
Fuel pump delivery curve graph for three different fuel pumps, plotting gallons per hour against camshaft speed.8th May 1931Box 27a \ 2  Scan045
Modifications to A.C. standard petrol pumps and a new design for the Phantom engine.22th May 1931Box 27a \ 2  Scan046
Request for a reply regarding an AC Petrol Pump, referencing previous correspondence and a blueprint.27th May 1931Box 27a \ 2  Scan047
Forwarding a note from Hancock detailing a petrol boiling issue with the A.C. Petrol Pump during testing in France.4th Jul 1931Box 27a \ 2  Scan048
Letter from AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. discussing vapour lock issues and recommendations for re-routing petrol piping.12th Aug 1931Box 27a \ 2  Scan049
Continuation letter discussing potential solutions for vapour lock issues in fuel systems.12th Aug 1931Box 27a \ 2  Scan050
Suggestion to trial a piston-type fuel pump, which eliminates fabric diaphragms, based on a letter from Messrs Amal Ltd.10th Oct 1931Box 27a \ 2  Scan051
Performance of an A.C. petrol pump and suggesting an R.R. pump for slow-speed issues.2nd Oct 1931Box 27a \ 2  Scan052
Issues and solutions for the A.C. petrol pump fitted to a 25-EX model.29th Oct 1931Box 27a \ 2  Scan053
Modifications and performance testing of a petrol pump, comparing reservoir types and spring loads.29th Oct 1931Box 27a \ 2  Scan054
Performance graphs for a petrol pump, comparing results with and without different capacity air bottles and reservoirs.19th Oct 1931Box 27a \ 2  Scan055
Technical explanation of the AMAL Piston fuel pump.4th Nov 1931Box 27a \ 2  Scan056
New Piston type of Pump from carburettor manufacturer, Amal Limited.4th Nov 1931Box 27a \ 2  Scan057
Line drawing of a direct acting piston petrol pump.19th Oct 1931Box 27a \ 2  Scan058
General arrangement diagram of a piston-type petrol pump, detail no. 59/101.4th Sep 1931Box 27a \ 2  Scan059
Use of electrical petrol pumps versus mechanical ones, citing fire risk and reliability concerns.9th Nov 1931Box 27a \ 2  Scan060
Modifications and testing of electrical petrol pumps as an alternative to the autovac system.12th Nov 1931Box 27a \ 2  Scan061
Sample of an AMAL petrol pump and comparing its cost to an Autovac.20th Nov 1931Box 27a \ 2  Scan062
Test results for a 25EX A.C. Petrol Pump comparing performance with the filter cavity filled in versus normal operation.2nd May 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan063
Graph showing the delivery rate of an A.C. petrol pump in pints per hour versus engine RPM under specific test conditions.2nd May 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan064
Page stamped by the Print Room in Derby.26th May 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan065
Laboratory report on the material analysis of an A.C. Petrol Pump.9th Jun 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan066
Requesting the casting of petrol pump heads in a specific alloy for testing, following analysis of A.C. pump material.3rd Jun 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan067
The testing of an 'Amal' petrol pump with a piston design.14th Jun 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan068
Test report on an 'AMAL' metal piston type petrol pump, detailing performance issues and results.14th Jun 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan069
Test report on the performance of a spring-operated pump at varying speeds.14th Jun 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan070
Two cross-sectional diagrams of a mechanical component, likely a carburettor or fuel pump.6th Jun 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan071
Performance graph for an 'Amal' metal piston type petrol pump, plotting delivery rate against pump speed under various conditions.6th Jun 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan072
Reverse side of a document with a purple ink stamp from the Print Room in Derby.9th Jun 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan073
The 'Amal' double fabrix type petrol pump.30th Jun 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan074
The design and performance of the 'AMAL' double fabric type petrol pump.14th Jun 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan075
Performance comparison of RR and AMAL fabric pumps against an AMAL metal piston type.14th Jun 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan076
Performance comparison graph of petrol pumps, plotting delivery rate against pump speed.14th Jun 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan077
Stamped page from the Print Room in Derby.1st Jul 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan078
Blueprint diagram of an 'Amal' double fabric type petrol pump.15th Jun 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan079


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