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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 Alfred Lalli, a mechanical engineer, offering Eyquem sparking plugs for aeroplane engines for testing.13th Jul 1927Box 33 \ 3  Scan254
Leakage tests on K.L.G. and Champion sparking plugs intended for use with leaded fuel.15th Sep 1927Box 33 \ 3  Scan255
Investigation into engine pinking caused by a fine powder deposit on spark plugs and a proposal to update cleaning instructions.22th Sep 1927Box 33 \ 3  Scan256
Request to test spark plugs from a Swiss manufacturer and provide a report.14th Oct 1929Box 33 \ 3  Scan257
Query regarding condensation issues with Aero Engine ignition plugs on the Condor engine and 20-HP cars.24th Nov 1927Box 33 \ 3  Scan258
Extract questioning why English makers cannot produce porcelain ignition plugs equal to Champion for aero engines.28th Nov 1927Box 33 \ 3  Scan259
Letter from C.G. Spencer & Sons Ltd. apologising for a bad report on plugs tested on an Aero Engine.16th Dec 1927Box 33 \ 3  Scan260
Circular letter regarding sparking plugs used on engine type tests.10th Jan 1928Box 33 \ 3  Scan261
Circular letter detailing the standard procedure for using and testing sparking plugs during engine type tests.8th Dec 1925Box 33 \ 3  Scan262
Summary of sparking plug trouble experienced during an F.12 type test.20th Jan 1928Box 33 \ 3  Scan263
Sales letter from Desmo Ltd. offering their 'Flexi Plug Cover' for aero engines, including a sample for testing.8th Aug 1928Box 33 \ 3  Scan264
Spark plug development at Farnborough, discussing overheating issues and proposing a cooling solution.1st Oct 1928Box 33 \ 3  Scan265
Unsatisfactory bonding wire clips on armoured cables for F engines, with suggestions for improvement.20th Oct 1928Box 33 \ 3  Scan266
Quoting a letter from J. A. Stevens Ltd. regarding the dispatch of twenty-four platinum-tipped spark plugs.1st Dec 1928Box 33 \ 3  Scan267
Letter regarding the supply and testing of special plugs from Germany for Mr. Hives.1st Dec 1928Box 33 \ 3  Scan268
Outlining the procedure for requisitioning spare parts for Air Ministry engines.19th Jan 1929Box 33 \ 3  Scan269
Return of Jupiter sparking plugs due to a lack of interest in testing them.21th Feb 1929Box 33 \ 3  Scan270
Analysis of ignition plug temperature, pre-ignition, and cooling in an aluminium cylinder head.10th Apr 1929Box 33 \ 3  Scan271
Engine design modifications, including compression ratio, plug cooling, and ignition advance.10th Apr 1929Box 33 \ 3  Scan272
Conclusions from a cylinder head test, proposing modifications to the combustion chamber, plug, and compression ratio.10th Apr 1929Box 33 \ 3  Scan273
Page from a publication featuring letters discussing the merits of long versus short stroke engines.23th Nov 1912Box 33 \ 4  Scan001
Extract from 'The Autocar' magazine discussing engine forces, pressure diagrams, and the debate between long and short stroke engines.4th Feb 1915Box 33 \ 4  Scan002
Method for checking and calibrating speedometers.23th Aug 1913Box 33 \ 4  Scan003
Customer's request for an engine revolution counter and an alternative proposal for a colour-coded speedometer.17th Dec 1912Box 33 \ 4  Scan004
Specification for a speedometer drive system using a raw hide belt and flexible shaft for a standard car.18th Aug 1916Box 33 \ 4  Scan005
Extract discussing issues with the speed indicator belt and mileage recorder on chassis no. 7-CA.9th Sep 1916Box 33 \ 4  Scan006
New speedometer drive using a pulley and the optimal placement of the battery on the chassis.10th Jan 1919Box 33 \ 4  Scan007
Chassis wiring scheme and sending a dismantled round tube radiator matrix sample for examination.10th Jan 1919Box 33 \ 4  Scan008
New design for a speedometer drive, proposing a pulley and belt system driven from the propeller shaft.10th Jan 1919Box 33 \ 4  Scan009
Performance of a Waltham speedometer, noting its moving scale design as a drawback, and recommending a trial.13th Oct 1920Box 33 \ 4  Scan010
Letter from Portland Motor Co. Ltd. proposing a meeting to demonstrate a patented speedometer with a gear change indicator.1st Apr 1924Box 33 \ 4  Scan011
Letter to The Portland Garage regarding a proposed instrument by a Mr. Braithwaite, requesting sketches instead of a visit.2nd Apr 1934Box 33 \ 4  Scan012
Letter enclosing a sketch and photographs of a protected mechanism related to a speedometer and gear ratios.10th Apr 1934Box 33 \ 4  Scan013
The conclusion of a handwritten letter regarding the return of drawings and photographs.11th Apr 1924Box 33 \ 4  Scan014
Letter declining a proposal for an instrument and suggesting the inventor approach accessory makers.11th Apr 1924Box 33 \ 4  Scan015
Outstanding 1921 invoice for a Watford Speedometer and Clock.17th Sep 1924Box 33 \ 4  Scan016
Order to be sent to Messrs. North's for a Watford Speedometer and Clock.18th Sep 1924Box 33 \ 4  Scan017
Complaints about A.T. speedometers and the decision to test alternative Smith speedometers.16th Apr 1925Box 33 \ 4  Scan018
Hand Tachograph & Speed Indicator made by the James Jacquet Company of Switzerland.16th Mar 1925Box 33 \ 4  Scan019
New Cooper-Stewart speedometer which uses figures instead of a needle, offered for testing.16th Apr 1925Box 33 \ 4  Scan020
Delivery of a new Cooper-Stewart speedometer.22th Apr 1925Box 33 \ 4  Scan021
Decision not to test or adopt the Cooper Stewart speedometer.27th Apr 1925Box 33 \ 4  Scan022
Return of a Cooper-Stewart speedometer without testing.30th Apr 1925Box 33 \ 4  Scan023
Sending a Cooper-Stewart Speedometer back to the manufacturer.8th May 1925Box 33 \ 4  Scan024
Letter to Cooper-Stewart Engineering Co. Ltd. regarding the return of a loaned speedometer and fittings.8th May 1925Box 33 \ 4  Scan025
Outer covering on flexible drives used for speedometers.8th Jul 1925Box 33 \ 4  Scan026
Potential testing of new instruments from the British Instrument Company Ltd.7th Dec 1926Box 33 \ 4  Scan027
Speedometer drive cable standards, fracture issues, and fitting improvements.20th May 1927Box 33 \ 4  Scan028
Urgent chassis test requiring discs for Dunlop wire wheels.17th Jun 1915Box 33 \ 4  Scan029
Notification regarding the receipt of a set of nickel-finished Wire Wheel Discs available at the Stores.18th Oct 1915Box 33 \ 4  Scan030
Arrangements for fitting two different types of aluminium discs to wire wheels for comparative testing.30th Apr 1919Box 33 \ 4  Scan031
Policy on developing or recommending disc covers for wire wheels.29th Sep 1919Box 33 \ 4  Scan032
Requesting a pair of wheels to have discs fitted for testing on a car.2nd Aug 1920Box 33 \ 4  Scan033
Fitting improved discs to a wheel for examination.27th Jul 1920Box 33 \ 4  Scan034
Requesting a pair of wheels to have discs fitted for chassis X 3374.2nd Aug 1920Box 33 \ 4  Scan035
'Goshawk 11' front axle design, specifically concerning vertical pivots and wheel compatibility.16th Feb 1921Box 33 \ 4  Scan036
Cover letter attaching a letter from Cornercroft Ltd. and requesting remarks on a suggestion within it.28th Sep 1921Box 33 \ 4  Scan037
Letter from Cornercroft Ltd. regarding the supply and testing of ACE Patent Wheel Discs on a car.23th Sep 1921Box 33 \ 4  Scan038
Dunlop Wheel fitted with patent discs by Cornercroft Limited.21th Nov 1921Box 33 \ 4  Scan039
Copy of a letter from Cornercroft Limited regarding the fitting of ACE Patent Seamless Discs to a Dunlop E. type wheel.18th Nov 1921Box 33 \ 4  Scan040
Dunlop Wheel sent to Messrs. Cornercroft Limited for fitting with patent discs.24th Nov 1921Box 33 \ 4  Scan041
Unsatisfactory performance of disc wheels on 20 HP cars, citing issues like noisy axles and general booming.2nd Mar 1923Box 33 \ 4  Scan042
Requesting a test of Dunlop Discs as a potential improvement over the 'Barker' Discs.9th May 1923Box 33 \ 4  Scan043
Company's refusal to test or recommend Dunlop Discs.24th May 1923Box 33 \ 4  Scan044
New Dunlop wheel discs and a proposal to send a set for inspection.28th May 1923Box 33 \ 4  Scan045
Dispatch of 5 Dunlop wheel discs to stores.1st Jun 1923Box 33 \ 4  Scan046
Whether wheel discs make cars noisier and if further tests are needed.17th Sep 1924Box 33 \ 4  Scan047
Letter from Barker & Co. (Coachbuilders) to Mr. Johnson regarding noise levels of their wheel discs.23th Sep 1924Box 33 \ 4  Scan048
The advantages and disadvantages of fitting discs to wire wheels, focusing on noise amplification and rusting spokes.23th Sep 1924Box 33 \ 4  Scan049
Communication regarding a letter received from Cornercraft Ltd. concerning testing a set of Wire Wheel Discs.9th Dec 1927Box 33 \ 4  Scan050
Promotional leaflet for 'Super Ace' patent wheel discs.7th Dec 1927Box 33 \ 4  Scan051
Sales letter from Cornercroft Limited promoting their Ace Super Wheel Discs for use on Rolls-Royce cars.7th Dec 1927Box 33 \ 4  Scan052
Page two of a letter from Cornercroft Limited regarding a business proposal and a planned visit to Derby.7th Dec 1927Box 33 \ 4  Scan053
The receipt of 'Ace' discs, with a query about the quantity of spokes and correctness of the nipples.25th Jan 1928Box 33 \ 4  Scan054
The disposal of surplus blue painted wheel discs no longer required for the Baden & Prague Propaganda Car, chassis 29-CL.16th Aug 1928Box 33 \ 4  Scan055
Request for the return of wheel discs from Lillie Hall.20th Aug 1928Box 33 \ 4  Scan056
The return of wheel discs from chassis 29-CL, the Baden & Prague Propaganda Car, to Derby for stock.23th Aug 1928Box 33 \ 4  Scan057
Query regarding the performance impact of fitting wheel discs to a Continental Trials car, chassis 31-GX.9th Jun 1931Box 33 \ 4  Scan058
Comparative performance of disc wheels versus wire wheels at high speeds.10th Jun 1931Box 33 \ 4  Scan059
Dynamometer readings after altering the cam wheel timing on chassis 1144.4th Oct 1909Box 33 \ 4  Scan060
Graph and table showing performance curves with different engine timing settings for a 64lbs compression engine.5th Jul 1910Box 33 \ 4  Scan061
Graph showing timing curves for the 64 lbs Compression Engine J 7.10.5th Jul 1910Box 33 \ 4  Scan062
Graph and table showing timing curves for a 64 lbs compression engine, plotting horsepower against RPM.5th Jul 1910Box 33 \ 4  Scan063
Engine power and performance test results for chassis 1510.22th Feb 1911Box 33 \ 4  Scan064
Valve lift diagrams and proposing modifications to improve engine performance.21th Feb 1916Box 33 \ 4  Scan065
Recommendation to slightly retard engine valve timing for improved power.14th Jun 1916Box 33 \ 4  Scan066
Requesting remarks on an attached letter from Springfield regarding valve timing.19th Aug 1921Box 33 \ 4  Scan067
Discrepancy in valve timing and requesting revised figures and permissible variations.1st Aug 1921Box 33 \ 4  Scan068
Discrepancy between drawing specifications and test figures for engine valve timing.1st Aug 1921Box 33 \ 4  Scan069
Faults with camshaft and valve timing and proposing an inspection to establish standard limits.24th Aug 1921Box 33 \ 4  Scan070
Limits and accuracy of engine valve timing for the 40/50 chassis.9th Sep 1921Box 33 \ 4  Scan071
Modifications to the valve timing for the Goshawk engine.7th Jun 1923Box 33 \ 4  Scan072
Modifications to the timing of the Goshawk 11 engine, specifically the exhaust and inlet cams.13th Jul 1923Box 33 \ 4  Scan073
Determining the accuracy of checking valve timing by hand versus when the engine is running.16th Aug 1923Box 33 \ 4  Scan074
Engine valve timing variations and gear rattles.9th Sep 1923Box 33 \ 4  Scan075
Unsatisfactory method for checking engine timing on Series III Condors and proposing solutions.5th Feb 1924Box 33 \ 4  Scan076
Test bench results comparing B.HP output and valve timings for 110° and standard camshafts.29th Apr 1924Box 33 \ 4  Scan077
Confirming verbal instructions for new valve lift curves and cam alterations.21th Jul 1926Box 33 \ 4  Scan078
Adjustments to valve timing and improvements to valve spring design.1st Aug 1926Box 33 \ 4  Scan079
Duplex and triple valve spring designs, proposing a double spigot to prevent the springs from rubbing together.5th Sep 1926Box 33 \ 4  Scan080


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