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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 The S.U. Company regarding the clearance of a 5BA brass screw and washer.22th Nov 1935Box 27a \ 2  Scan281
Letter to The S.U. Company Ltd. detailing issues with pumps supplied for the Bentley chassis.4th Dec 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan282
Concluding page of a letter to S.U. Company regarding a noise in operation.6th Dec 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan283
Letter from The S.U. Company regarding the design and function of a sample reserve petrol tap.6th Dec 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan284
Letter from The S.U. Company acknowledging receipt of a letter regarding petrol pumps.6th Dec 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan285
Letter from the Experimental Dept. to The S.U. Company acknowledging receipt of letters and a tap for testing.7th Dec 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan286
The results of tests comparing the flow rate of an S.U. petrol tap with a standard system.12th Dec 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan287
Chasing an outstanding order for three S.U. Petrol Pumps.20th Dec 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan288
Advising on the correct cold starting procedure for 3 1/2 litre Bentley petrol pumps.20th Dec 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan289
Letter to Aston Martin inquiring about the source and properties of flexible exhaust piping.10th Mar 1933Box 27a \ 3  Scan001
Letter from Aston Martin regarding the supplier and use of flexible exhaust piping.13th Mar 1933Box 27a \ 3  Scan002
Letter to The Power Flexible Tubing Co. Ltd. requesting samples of flexible tubing for car exhausts.16th Mar 1933Box 27a \ 3  Scan003
Letter to The Power Flexible Tubing Co. requesting recommendations for fixing flexible exhaust tubing and discussing a sample.16th Mar 1933Box 27a \ 3  Scan004
Request to send an official order for various lengths of flexible exhaust piping.16th Mar 1933Box 27a \ 3  Scan005
Letter from The Power Flexible Tubing Co. Ltd. regarding a new type of flexible petrol hose.15th Mar 1933Box 27a \ 3  Scan006
Letter from The Power Flexible Tubing Co., Ltd. discussing flexible tubing options for exhaust pipes.15th Mar 1933Box 27a \ 3  Scan007
Letter from a supplier recommending their steel welded seamless tubing over their asbestos-based 'Tuboflex' hose for an exhaust connection.17th Mar 1933Box 27a \ 3  Scan008
Letter from The Power Flexible Tubing Company, Ltd. awaiting an official order.17th Mar 1933Box 27a \ 3  Scan009
Letter from a supplier confirming the dispatch of flexible exhaust piping, explaining a size difference due to metric tooling.7th Apr 1933Box 27a \ 3  Scan010
Letter to a supplier acknowledging receipt of flexible exhaust pipes and requesting more tubing.11th Apr 1933Box 27a \ 3  Scan011
Order for various lengths of flexible petrol hose from the Power Flexible Tubing Co.4th May 1933Box 27a \ 3  Scan012
Sending a 20 HP car to London and gathering competitor radiator specifications.22th Sep 1923Box 27a \ 3  Scan013
Decision to discontinue the use of Sodium Phosphate in radiators as a corrosion preventative.6th Dec 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan014
Letter from an inventor about a provisional patent for an improved motor car radiator.6th Dec 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan015
From Edward a Down regarding waiting to hear about a trip to Somerset.11th Sep 1925Box 27a \ 3  Scan016
Letter responding to an undated inquiry about a new radiator design, requesting a sketch.11th Sep 1925Box 27a \ 3  Scan017
Letter regarding a sample device to be tested by blowing air through it, potentially for a vehicle's cooling or ventilation system.12th Sep 1925Box 27a \ 3  Scan018
Letter proposing a new radiator design, referencing a sample and a provisional patent.14th Sep 1925Box 27a \ 3  Scan019
Letter proposing a business partnership regarding patenting costs and royalties for a car.15th Sep 1925Box 27a \ 3  Scan020
Rejection letter for a submitted model of a radiator.15th Sep 1925Box 27a \ 3  Scan021
The dispatch of a small radiator matrix model to the stores for examination and subsequent return.15th Sep 1925Box 27a \ 3  Scan022
Washing of a radiator and a suggestion to analyse the water used.6th May 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan023
Laboratory report detailing the analysis of severe corrosion found in a radiator after only four months of service.6th May 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan024
Typed memo responding to suggestions regarding valve noise and asbestos grummets.10th Jun 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan025
Letter detailing engine cooling performance of car 21EX on mountain passes.29th Jun 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan026
Letter arranging the completion and delivery of parts, with personal notes.29th Jun 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan027
Letter discussing car performance issues like temperature rise and brake ineffectiveness.16th Jul 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan028
Inferior quality of ferobestos liners for production radiator mountings.16th Jul 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan029
Directive to implement a new hydraulic resistance test for radiators following complaints of them becoming choked.24th Jul 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan030
Procedure for testing and cleaning choked radiators for CL Series vehicles and onwards.26th Jul 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan031
Procedure for cleaning choked radiators using a caustic solution.26th Jul 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan032
Requesting an order for new special radiator tubes with increased water space to fit 50 chassis.26th Jul 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan033
Trials on modified radiator tubes to increase water space and a proposal for a new design.8th Aug 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan034
Query regarding the confirmation to order radiators with 5 5/8 x 7 m/m tubes for FB2 series cars without further testing or standardisation sheets.12th Aug 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan035
To increase the order of new type tubes for J.2 series radiators to cover all series.13th Aug 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan036
Methods for cleaning and preventing corrosion in radiators.13th Aug 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan037
Impact of increasing water space between radiator tubes.13th Aug 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan038
Cover letter sending advance information regarding the cleaning of radiators.14th Aug 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan039
Depot sheet detailing the cause and remedy for restricted water circulation in radiators.13th Aug 1939Box 27a \ 3  Scan040
Radiator obstruction, comparing aluminium to cast iron, and detailing a cleaning procedure.13th Aug 1939Box 27a \ 3  Scan041
Radiator restriction tests comparing water flow through various radiator types and components.13th Aug 1939Box 27a \ 3  Scan042
Blueprint of a Radiator Test Rig.14th Aug 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan043
Cover page with a Print Room date stamp.14th Aug 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan044
Blueprint showing radiator matrix and tube dimensions for various models.13th Jun 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan045
Depot sheet detailing the cause and remedy for restricted water circulation in radiators due to clay-like deposits.13th Aug 1928Box 27a \ 3  Scan046
Radiator obstruction, corrosion in aluminum heads, and cleaning methods.13th Aug 1928Box 27a \ 3  Scan047
Radiator restriction tests comparing water flow through various models.16th Aug 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan048
Experiments on radiator corrosion and the conclusions drawn from the tests.16th Aug 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan049
List of tests applied during radiator corrosion experiments.16th Aug 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan050
List of particulars for a series of radiator corrosion experiments.16th Aug 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan051
Results of radiator corrosion experiments in a table format.16th Aug 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan052
Table detailing the results of radiator corrosion experiments on different materials.16th Aug 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan053
Table detailing the results of radiator corrosion experiments.16th Aug 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan054
The supply and allocation of radiator tubes for experimental and production radiators.22th Aug 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan055
Requesting an update on the current position regarding the fitting of a tapered radiator.23th Aug 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan056
Design points for bonnets and radiators, including fitting a tapered radiator to a Phantom.29th Jul 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan057
Recommendations to prevent radiator blockages using distilled water and sodium phosphate.26th Aug 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan058
Procedure for cleaning a completely or partially blocked radiator using caustic soda and an air blast.26th Aug 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan059
Proposal for a new cooling system maintenance procedure using sodium phosphate and a plan to circulate a pamphlet to owners.29th Aug 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan060
Challenges of fitting a new radiator and bonnet to an experimental chassis.29th Aug 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan061
Objections to a proposed procedure for radiators, with the discussion deferred until after the Schneider Cup.5th Sep 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan062
Customer inconvenience and damage caused by radiator design, particularly the need for distilled water and overheating issues.30th Aug 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan063
Ongoing issues with car radiators, customer complaints of overheating, and proposed solutions.27th Sep 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan064
Radiator design alteration due to corrosion from aluminium cylinder heads and test results on new tubes.14th Oct 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan065
Precautions necessary for producing Staybrite radiators to prevent leaking.14th Oct 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan066
Tests to determine the optimal restriction for a radiator outlet pipe to maintain cooling efficiency.15th Oct 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan067
Use and production of Staybrite and chromium finishes for radiators and bonnet fittings.15th Oct 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan068
Cover note regarding a translated letter from the Cozette Company, seeking instructions on how to respond.16th Oct 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan069
Translated letter from Cozette in Paris to Gallay Radiators regarding supercharging an engine.11th Oct 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan070
Preferred radiator tube scheme for the 40/50 HP chassis.17th Oct 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan071
Trouble with Staybrite steel radiators and the despatch of car GXO-46.17th Oct 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan072
Radiator boiling issue on a Phantom car and the challenges in diagnosing it.26th Oct 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan073
Analysis of the causes and composition of sludge build-up in car radiators, with a proposed preventative heat treatment.26th Oct 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan074
Treatments for cylinder blocks and radiators to prevent corrosion and improve performance.2nd Nov 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan075
The causes of car radiator blockage due to oxidation and sediment formation.2nd Nov 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan076
Radiator filter being fitted to the 23-EX test car along with automatic shutters.17th Dec 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan077
Suggested amendment to Depot Sheet 118 regarding overheating and water treatment.9th Nov 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan078
Amended Depot Sheet, clarifying how to differentiate between chronic and mild cases of choked radiators based on mileage.11th Nov 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan079
Depot sheet outlining ongoing investigations into preventing corrosion, water loss, and cleaning engine components.8th Nov 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan080
Laboratory report on the analysis and effects of reusing different types of glycerin in radiator systems.20th Nov 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan081
The properties and risks of using glycerin, specifically its effect on metallic compounds, aluminium, and radiator solder.22th Nov 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan082
The difficulty in obtaining choked radiator matrixes for testing and requesting authority over the issue to prevent further costs.22th Nov 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan083
Calling for an urgent conference to discuss problems with the blocking up of radiators.22th Nov 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan084
Causes and potential solutions for radiator blockage, involving water chemistry and material compatibility.22th Nov 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan085
Sending a sketch for a new, cleanable car radiator design for testing.25th Nov 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan086
Preventing radiator corrosion using sodium phosphate, analyzing its effects on various water types and engine materials.27th Nov 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan087
Aluminium alloy corrosion, the effects of zinc, and cadmium plating for protection.28th Nov 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan088
Ordering anhydrous di-sodium hydrogen phosphate tablets to address radiator troubles.28th Nov 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan089
Inspection report on the overuse of Sodium Phosphate in car radiators, detailing issues with water loss and frothing.2nd Jun 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan090
Radiator splashing issue on a car, even with a low water level.2nd Dec 1929Box 27a \ 3  Scan091


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