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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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Successful bench trial and construction of a new auto switch unit for reducing charging current.11th Nov 1927Box 35 \ 3  scan 101
Continued discussion on eliminating vibrator regulator action and considerations for connecting cutout and auto switch shunt coils.11th Nov 1927Box 35 \ 3  scan 102
Continued report on wiring configurations for cutout shunts and auto switches in an automotive electrical system.11th Nov 1927Box 35 \ 3  scan 103
The electrical behavior and vibration issues of an auto-switch and cutout unit.11th Nov 1927Box 35 \ 3  scan 104
Page detailing the operation of the auto switch and cutout under varying load and speed conditions.11th Nov 1927Box 35 \ 3  scan 105
The advantages and disadvantages of using high resistance in the auto switch and cutout circuit.11th Nov 1927Box 35 \ 3  scan 106
Comparison of a proposed auto-switch arrangement with the Midgley type, focusing on the lighting circuit and patent avoidance.11th Nov 1927Box 35 \ 3  scan 107
Considerations for electrical resistance and components to balance system voltage and contact sparking.17th Dec 1919Box 35 \ 3  scan 108
Letter from Morris, Russell & Co., Ltd. concerning British-made 'Champion' spark plugs.17th Dec 1919Box 35 \ 3  scan 109
Catalogue page detailing various Champion Spark Plugs and their applications for different vehicles.24th Nov 1919Box 35 \ 3  scan 110
Product catalogue page for various types of Champion Spark Plugs.17th Mar 1920Box 35 \ 3  scan 111
American chassis parts, specifically evaluating Herz and Champion spark plugs.17th Mar 1920Box 35 \ 3  scan 112
From Mr. Olley to Mr. F.H. Royce regarding various types of spark plugs and the testing of a Champion Toledo plug.22th May 1920Box 35 \ 3  scan 113
Report comparing different types of American spark plugs, including A.C. Champion and Champion Toledo.22th May 1920Box 35 \ 3  scan 114
Report discussing future possibilities and developments in spark plug design and materials.23th Aug 1920Box 35 \ 3  scan 115
Letter from Rolls-Royce of America regarding the testing and use of Champion Spark Plugs.23th Aug 1920Box 35 \ 3  scan 116
Spark plugs fitted to car 49-GB.28th Sep 1920Box 35 \ 3  scan 117
Extract of a memorandum discussing the performance and use of American Champion ignition plugs.23th Aug 1920Box 35 \ 3  scan 118
Request for a stock of 'Champion' plugs for comparison with 'Lodge 9' plugs.18th Oct 1920Box 35 \ 3  scan 119
One dozen Champion sparking plugs of the porcelain detachable type for the 1.EX Car.23th Oct 1920Box 35 \ 3  scan 120
The dispatch of Champion 3-point spark plugs for testing purposes.8th Nov 1920Box 35 \ 3  scan 121
Satisfactory performance of K.L.G. plugs in endurance tests, referencing a report from S. Smith & Sons.1st Oct 1923Box 35 \ 3  scan 122
Request to the Experimental Department to test two types of Champion single point sparking plugs.10th Nov 1920Box 35 \ 3  scan 123
On overoiling and faulty ignition in post-war cars, discussing ignition plug performance and potential replacements.11th Nov 1920Box 35 \ 3  scan 124
Urgent request to order 4 dozen 22mm Champion sparking plugs for American cars being experimented with.25th Nov 1920Box 35 \ 3  scan 125
Request for a report on the behaviour of Champion and Cooke sparking plugs in the School Car engine.22th Dec 1920Box 35 \ 3  scan 126
Request to obtain two Champion Spark Plug Cleaners.6th Jan 1921Box 35 \ 3  scan 127
Dispatch of a Champion Minute Sparking Plug Cleaner and its fitting specifications.18th Jan 1922Box 35 \ 3  scan 128
The test procedures for various makes of sparking plugs.2nd Feb 1921Box 35 \ 3  scan 129
Test results table for various types of spark plugs.9th Feb 1921Box 35 \ 3  scan 130
Report comparing test results for Mercury, Champion, and Bethlehem spark plugs.9th Feb 1921Box 35 \ 3  scan 131
Confirming a quote from the Champion Spark Plug Co. for GB3 type plugs and repairs.12th Feb 1921Box 35 \ 3  scan 132
Comparing the performance and design of various brands of sparking plugs, including Mercury, Champion, and Lodge.16th Feb 1921Box 35 \ 3  scan 133
Decision to standardize Champion (Canadian) and Mercury (Birmingham) parts for U.S.A. and English made cars respectively.16th Feb 1921Box 35 \ 3  scan 134
Selection, purchase, and testing of different brands of spark plugs for various car markets.2nd Feb 1921Box 35 \ 3  scan 135
Proposal for repairing 'Mercury' plugs to reduce costs and improve availability for works' use.10th Dec 1920Box 35 \ 3  scan 136
Letter from Rolls-Royce of American, Inc. discussing the switch from Bethlehem to Champion A-63 spark plugs due to performance issues.7th Mar 1921Box 35 \ 3  scan 137
Receipt and testing of a new type of spark plug from Champion Spark Plug Co. of Canada Ltd.8th Mar 1921Box 35 \ 3  scan 138
Receipt of a new modified type of spark plug from Champion Spark Plug Co. for testing.8th Mar 1921Box 35 \ 3  scan 139
Return of incorrectly sized spark plugs from the Champion Spark Plug Co. of Canada Ltd.1st Mar 1921Box 35 \ 3  scan 140
Suspicion that 'Mercury' plugs are causing pre-ignition due to the design of their porcelain.8th Mar 1921Box 35 \ 3  scan 141
Performance of Champion and Mercury ignition plugs and proposing design modifications.12th Apr 1921Box 35 \ 3  scan 142
Properties of steel versus yellow brass for a specific purpose.12th Apr 1921Box 35 \ 3  scan 143
Failed 'Champion' sparking plug from the lighting engine at West Wittering.29th Apr 1921Box 35 \ 3  scan 144
Recommendations on magneto and spark plug requirements for the 40/50 engine based on test results.5th May 1921Box 35 \ 3  scan 145
Continued document discussing tests on ignition coils with varying numbers of secondary turns.5th May 1921Box 35 \ 3  scan 146
Short internal memo requesting the purchase of half a dozen 'Champion' sparking plugs.2nd Jun 1921Box 35 \ 3  scan 147
Pre-ignition issues and failures related to Champion ignition plugs.1st Sep 1921Box 35 \ 3  scan 148
Spark plug selection, balancing operating temperature, and engine distribution improvements.9th Sep 1921Box 35 \ 3  scan 149
Letter discussing ignition plug pre-ignition issues and the performance of Champion plugs on dynamometer tests.20th Sep 1921Box 35 \ 3  scan 150
Proposal from Champion Spark Plug Company to supply standardized plugs for testing at less than half the current cost.16th Feb 1923Box 35 \ 3  scan 151
Letter from Champion Spark Plug Company regarding tests on new type A.64 plugs and their use on American vehicles.19th Feb 1923Box 35 \ 3  scan 152
Recommendation to obtain Champion Sparking Plugs for 20 HP & 40/50 HP chassis testing.19th Nov 1924Box 35 \ 3  scan 153
The potential standardisation of Champion Sparking Plugs on the chassis.3rd Dec 1924Box 35 \ 3  scan 154
The selection of 'Champion' plugs for the 40/50 HP model.4th Dec 1924Box 35 \ 3  scan 155
The change in standardized sparking plugs by the Champion Sparking Plug Co.3rd Apr 1925Box 35 \ 3  scan 156
Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co Ltd about the delivery of spark plugs for inspection.3rd Jun 1925Box 35 \ 3  scan 157
Visit from a Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. representative about the trial of their spark plugs.11th Aug 1925Box 35 \ 3  scan 158
Initial testing of American-made Champion sparking plugs.11th Aug 1925Box 35 \ 3  scan 159
Meeting with Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. about the trial of their spark plugs.11th Aug 1925Box 35 \ 3  scan 160
Clarifying that an order of Champion Sparking Plugs was for use in Unit Test Beds, not for trial purposes.19th Aug 1925Box 35 \ 3  scan 161
Unsatisfactory test results of Champion spark plugs and a visit from their representative.17th Mar 1926Box 35 \ 3  scan 162
To the Test Department regarding a new 'Type R.4' sparking plug from Champion for unit testing.4th Jun 1926Box 35 \ 3  scan 163
Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding a representative's visit to discuss aero engines.11th May 1927Box 35 \ 3  scan 164
Advertisement proof for Champion Sparking Plugs, model No. 8, from advertising agent Alfred Pemberton.14th May 1927Box 35 \ 3  scan 165
Letter to The Champion Sparking Plug Co. regarding a meeting to test sample aero engine spark plugs.14th May 1927Box 35 \ 3  scan 166
Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the testing of spark plugs in aero engines.16th May 1927Box 35 \ 3  scan 167
Internal request to order spark plugs from The Champion Sparking Plug Co.20th May 1927Box 35 \ 3  scan 168
Order for two types of Champion sparking plugs.26th May 1927Box 35 \ 3  scan 169
Order for two types of Champion sparking plugs.11th Jun 1927Box 35 \ 3  scan 170
Letter from Champion Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. proposing a representative's visit to discuss spark plug orders.15th Jun 1927Box 35 \ 3  scan 171
Internal order memo for Champion sparking plugs.16th Jun 1927Box 35 \ 3  scan 172
Test report comparing the performance of three different types of spark plugs in a supercharged F.X. engine.22th Aug 1927Box 35 \ 3  scan 173
Analysis of Salamanite insulators, comparing their thermal conductivity to other materials and detailing test results in Champion plugs.15th Sep 1927Box 35 \ 3  scan 174
Order of Champion sparking plugs for experimental purposes.15th Sep 1927Box 35 \ 3  scan 175
Urgent order for 6 dozen Champion Sparking plugs type R.11.11th Oct 1927Box 35 \ 3  scan 176
Running an F.10 engine on low-grade fuel and the spark plug accessibility on an F.11 engine.11th Oct 1927Box 35 \ 3  scan 177
The terminal length of sparking plugs for F.11 engines.31th Oct 1927Box 35 \ 3  scan 178
Instruction to fit Champion spark plugs on F.11 high compression engines.11th Nov 1927Box 35 \ 3  scan 179
Request to the Air Ministry to supply spare Champion R.11 sparking plugs for F-11 engines.4th Nov 1927Box 35 \ 3  scan 180
The correct fittings for sparking plugs on F.11 engines.7th Nov 1927Box 35 \ 3  scan 181
Official order for 2 dozen R.12 sparking plugs.6th Dec 1927Box 35 \ 3  scan 182
Instructing the procurement of two dozen R.12 type plugs from the Champion Sparking Plug Co.11th Jan 1928Box 35 \ 3  scan 183
Issues with R.11 Champion plugs and arranging their replacement with R.12 plugs on F-type engines.1st Jan 1928Box 35 \ 3  scan 184
Recommendation to replace R.11 spark plugs with hotter R.12 type plugs for F.XI and F.XII engines.17th Jan 1928Box 35 \ 3  scan 185
Sparking plug trouble experienced by a Vickers 'Scout' aircraft, leading to a forced landing.17th Jan 1928Box 35 \ 3  scan 186
The order of R.12 short type Champion sparking plugs for F.11 type engines, pending approval from the Air Ministry.19th Jan 1928Box 35 \ 3  scan 187
'Hs.' to 'Roy' requesting the procurement of 6 dozen Champion R.12 spark plugs.20th Jan 1928Box 35 \ 3  scan 188
From Hs. to Roy, requesting an order be sent to the Champion Plug Co. for sparking plugs.20th Jan 1928Box 35 \ 3  scan 189
Matter of plugs and permission to adjust mixture strength with Col. Fell for an aero engine type test.2nd Feb 1928Box 35 \ 3  scan 190
Flight tests detailing ignition failures and issues with different models of Champion spark plugs.1st Feb 1928Box 35 \ 3  scan 191
Issues with armoured H.T. wires, bonding wires, and includes a sketch of a Champion plug.1st Feb 1928Box 35 \ 3  scan 192
Issues and proposed modifications for Chater-Lea H.T. wire terminals.1st Feb 1928Box 35 \ 3  scan 193
Search for suitable British-made spark plugs and the impact of plug dimensions on aircraft fuselage design.1st Feb 1928Box 35 \ 3  scan 194
List and analysis of various spark plugs for the F. engine, considering weight, length, and fitment.1st Feb 1928Box 35 \ 3  scan 195
Selection, procurement, and temporary use of various sparking plugs for F.11 engines.1st Feb 1928Box 35 \ 3  scan 196
Test report on Champion spark plugs, comparing racing and production models based on their pre-ignition characteristics.20th Feb 1928Box 35 \ 3  scan 197
Letter to the Air Ministry seeking formal approval for Modification No. 23 to F Type engines, concerning ignition terminals.20th Feb 1928Box 35 \ 3  scan 198
Query regarding the intention to retain 30 A.E.A.4 Champion Plugs.15th Mar 1928Box 35 \ 3  scan 199
Testing and unsuitability of various Champion sparking plugs for aero engines.23th Mar 1928Box 35 \ 3  scan 200


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