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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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Request for a Weston instrument testing set to measure volts and amperes for ignition, charging, and lighting.17th Jan 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan003
Bench testing of a Bijur charging dynamo and proposals for alternative testing equipment.19th Jan 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan004
Continued memorandum regarding accurately adjusting and calibrating shunts from the Experimental Department.19th Jan 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan005
Quote from Weston Electrical Instrument Co. for a milliammeter for Mr. Royce's testing set.22th Jan 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan006
Voltage capabilities of a Bijur Dynamo for charging a 12-volt battery system.22th Jan 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan007
Piece of platinum from a scrapped job.23th Jan 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan008
Future of an 'After-the-War-Model' car with an unorthodox gearbox and its 6-volt electrical system.28th Apr 1917Box 34 \ 4  Scan009
Letter to The Weston Electrical Instrument Co. requesting a price quote for a 0 to 15 milliammeter.25th Jan 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan010
Letter from Weston Electrical Instrument Company offering to supply a Model 45 Mil-Ammeter.28th Jan 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan011
Advertisement sheet for a Weston Portable D.C. Instrument, Model 45.30th Jun 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan012
Evaluation and recommendation of a 'Bijur' dynamo over a 'Lucas' dynamo for a future chassis.29th Jan 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan013
Developing a shunt-wound dynamo and regulator for the 'after-the-war-chassis' based on a 'Bijur' set.29th Jan 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan014
Extract discussing the procurement and modification of a Weston model 45 testing instrument for the Bijur Dynamo & Regulator.7th Feb 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan015
Requesting the order of a Weston Electrical Instrument for Mr. Royce, specifying required measurement ranges.18th Feb 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan016
Inquiry to The Weston Electrical Instrument Co. regarding the specifications of a Model 45 portable D.C. Instrument.20th Feb 1915Box 34 \ 4  Scan017
Letter from Weston Electrical Instrument Company regarding the supply of a Model 45 Volt-Ammeter.21th Feb 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan018
Estimate from the Weston Electrical Instrument Company for a portable volt-ammeter.21th Feb 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan019
The return of aero engine parts to Derby.28th Feb 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan020
Handling of aero engine parts returned from West Wittering.5th Mar 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan021
Order of a double range Volt Ammeter for Mr. Royce from Weston Electrical Instrument Co.13th Mar 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan022
Notification of a received double range Volt Ammeter from The Weston Elec: Instrument Co. for Mr Royce.3rd Apr 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan023
The shipping of a volt ammeter to Mr. Royce.8th Apr 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan024
Receipt, calibration, and dispatch of a Weston volt ammeter to West Wittering.9th Apr 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan025
The despatch of a volt ammeter to Mr. Royce.9th Apr 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan026
Charging of an electrical instrument for Mr. Royce's experimental work on chassis 7 C-A.12th Apr 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan027
The receipt of a volt ammeter for Mr. Royce.27th Apr 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan028
Expressing satisfaction with a received volt ammeter for small testing purposes.26th Apr 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan029
Confirmation of a telegram from Royce requesting a block of Lignum Vitae wood for expansion experiments.21th May 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan030
Confirming the dispatch of a piece of Lignum Vitae as requested by telegram.22th May 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan031
Requesting the procurement of hydrometers for testing accumulator acid and petrol.26th Aug 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan032
Request to obtain a syringe-type hydrometer for measuring the specific gravity of accumulator acid for West Wittering.28th Aug 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan033
Request for a board with hooks to display specimen springs used on car and aero engine work for West Wittering.28th Aug 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan034
Confirming the dispatch of inner tubes and a hydrometer.9th Sep 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan035
Typed memo requesting specific parts, including taps and drills, for an office anthracite stove.12th Sep 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan036
Various taps, wrenches, and drills.16th Sep 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan037
Return of inner tubes and replacement with correct sized valves.4th Oct 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan038
Sending two 700/80 inner tubes with larger valves and requesting the return of others.7th Oct 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan039
Despatch note listing various taps, drills, and a hydrometer.19th Oct 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan040
The despatch of materials for Mr. Royce.24th Oct 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan041
Confirming the order and despatch of copper wire, solder, brass screws and other materials.29th Aug 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan042
Brief memo from E.H. to R. confirming the dispatch of four requested washers.14th Nov 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan043
Request for a pressed steel drip tray and meat cloth wipers for the West Wittering garage, on the instruction of Mr. Royce.5th Dec 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan044
Fuel mixture for engine detonations, Mr. Royce's car request, and fitting aluminium pistons to car 1713.17th Dec 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan045
From EH to Wor. outlining action points from a meeting with Mr. Royce concerning machinery, car acquisition, and manufacturing processes.17th Dec 1918Box 34 \ 4  Scan046
Sending a 2-cylinder lightweight Bosch magneto to Mr. Royce for his lighting and pumping engine.8th Jan 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan047
Testing a non-trembler ignition coil and requesting additional electrical components.3rd Feb 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan048
Ignition components sent for approval and a planned visit to W.W. Hives.11th Feb 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan049
To the Shipping Office instructing them to send various electrical components to Mr. Royce.12th Feb 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan050
Request for specific types of vulcanised wiring for a lighting installation at West Wittering.13th Mar 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan051
Clarifying the type of wire required for a lighting installation at West Wittering.17th Mar 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan052
Typed internal memo requesting various materials and tools to be obtained for Mr. Royce for West Wittering.19th Mar 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan053
Internal request for 50 yards of low tension ignition wire from the Siddals Road store.28th Mar 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan054
Confirming the dispatch of 50 yards of braided cotton covered low tension ignition wire.28th Mar 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan055
Instructing the dispatch of 50 yards of braided cotton covered low tension ignition wire to Mr. Royce for general chassis purposes.28th Mar 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan056
50 yards of low tension ignition wire with braided cotton covering.28th Mar 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan057
The despatch of experimental parts and chargeable tools to Mr. Royce.1st Apr 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan058
Dispatch of 3 Acetylene Lamp Nipples.1st Apr 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan059
Confirming the dispatch of files and tools, noting some items are still to follow.2nd Apr 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan060
Listing the contents of boxes of materials and parts returned from West Wittering to Derby.5th May 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan061
Return and handling of radiator tubes, glazing specimens, and other articles.1st May 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan062
Instructions for a Bijur Dynamo, modified for running at 12 volts.6th Jun 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan063
The dispatch of a Bijur dynamo to Mr. Royce as a loan for his lighting installation.6th Jun 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan064
Suitability of a young Fitter for odd jobs on a car.10th Jun 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan065
Requesting assorted split pins and Dunlop 'fitter's stops', and providing feedback on a security bolt tyre lever.1st Jul 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan066
Order for 3 Fitters Stops from Messrs. Dunlop.23th Jul 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan067
Internal request for the despatch of various sizes of split pins to Mr. Royce.31th Jul 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan068
Urgent internal memo chasing a delivery of Ediswan 24 c.p. lamps for Mr. Royce at West Wittering.24th Aug 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan069
Difficulty in sourcing correct 12-volt bulbs for West Wittering, detailing issues with candle power and a physical defect.4th Aug 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan070
The return of an unsuitable brass mounted ballast resistance and a request for a replacement.26th Aug 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan071
Requesting a standard 40/50 HP chassis ballast resistance for Mr. Royce.28th Aug 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan072
Request for different sizes and quantities of washers for Mr. Royce.29th Aug 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan073
Provision of a Ballast Resistance for Mr. Royce's inspection and use.22th Aug 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan074
Confirming the despatch of various lubricating oils and referencing a future letter on the topic.2nd Sep 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan075
Requesting a 40-gallon drum of benzol and an improvised pump for West Wittering, as per Mr. Royce's wishes.9th Sep 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan076
Request for a 40 or 50 gallon drum of Benzole to be sent to Mr. Royce, charged to his account.8th Sep 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan077
The dispatch of a drum of benzole and the purchase of a Wilcox semi-rotary pump.9th Sep 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan078
The acquisition of two fitter's stops from the Dunlop Company.10th Sep 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan079
Requesting the price of a Wilcox semi-rotary pump for emptying benzol drums.19th Sep 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan080
Procurement and delivery of benzol fuel for West Wittering.19th Sep 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan081
Charging for quantities of Benzol and Petrol sent to West Wittering.1st Oct 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan082
Requesting a complete ignition coil and ballast resistance for testing purposes.8th Oct 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan083
Request for an ignition coil and ballast resistance for Mr. Royce's use at West Wittering.9th Oct 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan084
To Mr. Coverley instructing him to begin work on an apparatus for Mr. Royce.11th Oct 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan085
Request to the Experimental Department for the manufacture of two replacement plates, along with specifications for associated washers.1st Oct 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan086
Urgent internal memo chasing an unfulfilled request for materials for Mr. Royce in West Wittering.15th Oct 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan087
Confirming the return of modified parts, including two types of washers, and the separate dispatch of an ignition coil.15th Oct 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan088
The dispatch of parts, including a spark coil and substituted washers, for Mr. Royce.15th Oct 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan089
Request to supply an Ignition Coil and Ballast Resistance to Mr Royce from production.15th Oct 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan090
Despatch of an experimental ignition coil for Mr. Royce.15th Oct 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan091
The despatch of an oil tray and a hack saw frame.17th Oct 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan092
Confirming the 12-volt requirement for an ignition coil and ballast resistance, and requesting an expected delivery date.20th Oct 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan093
Confirming the despatch of a new coil and ballast resistance.22th Oct 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan094
Request for one dozen scrapers for cleaning sparking plugs.17th Nov 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan095
Reminder about an outstanding Girder minor spanner from the Lucas Company required for Mr. Royce at West Wittering.19th Nov 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan096
Requesting the return of a chassis coil and to locate a missing special condenser.25th Nov 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan097
Requesting the supply of a standard condenser for R.27th Nov 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan098
12-volt chassis coil and two condensers for chassis 1 E.X.27th Nov 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan099
Confirming the dispatch of one dozen K.L.G. Plug Cleaners.27th Nov 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan100
Internal memorandum about returning an experimental 12-volt ignition coil to Mr. Royce.27th Nov 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan101
Internal request to order a 'Girder Minor Spanner' from Messrs. Lucas for Mr. Royce's use.27th Nov 1919Box 34 \ 4  Scan102


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