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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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Watford IS12 Magneto returned from the makers with improved electrical performance.23th Jul 1930Box 43 \ 4  Scan297
Approval and supply of magnetos from the Watford Company for aero engines.5th Sep 1930Box 43 \ 4  Scan298
Air Ministry letter granting airworthiness approval for Watford S.F.12-2 magnetos fitted to F XIV MS engines.1st Aug 1930Box 43 \ 4  Scan299
Return of two Watford SP.12-2 magnetos.1st Sep 1930Box 43 \ 4  Scan300
Letter to North & Sons, Ltd. regarding the return of two magnetos for fitting new armatures for an 'H' engine type test.11th Sep 1930Box 43 \ 4  Scan301
Acceptance test log for Watford Aero Magnetos to an abridged specification.23th Oct 1930Box 43 \ 4  Scan302
Performance improvements of two Watford IS12 aero magnetos following the replacement of their armature windings.23th Oct 1930Box 43 \ 4  Scan303
Query regarding the differences in screening, leads, and interchangeability between a 'Watford' Magneto and a standard B.I.H. machine.24th Oct 1930Box 43 \ 4  Scan304
Comparison of the Watford I.S.12 magneto against the standard B.T.H. machine regarding interchangeability.25th Oct 1930Box 43 \ 4  Scan305
List of Watford Aero Magnetos with their types, serial numbers, and remarks on use or condition.23th Oct 1930Box 43 \ 4  Scan306
List of 'R' aero engine magnetos with their part numbers, remarks, and engine allocation.23th Oct 1930Box 43 \ 4  Scan307
On the performance improvements of Watford magnetos after being fitted with new armatures for an 'H' engine test.31th Oct 1930Box 43 \ 4  Scan308
The upgrading of a pair of Watford Magnetos, type IS.12, to balance their performance for an engine test.1st Nov 1930Box 43 \ 4  Scan309
The interchangeability of a Watford I.S. 12 magneto with a B.T.H. machine.5th Nov 1930Box 43 \ 4  Scan310
Letter to Messrs. North & Sons Ltd. regarding a discrepancy in the safety gap of a refurbished Watford IS.12 Magneto.17th Nov 1930Box 43 \ 4  Scan311
Letter from North & Sons, Ltd. regarding an error in setting the safety gaps on Watford IS.12 magnetos.18th Nov 1930Box 43 \ 4  Scan312
The testing and modification of Watford IS.12 magnetos for the F.39 engine.20th Nov 1930Box 43 \ 4  Scan313
Handing over of updated Watford magnetos for fitting to an F.39 engine for type testing.3rd Dec 1930Box 43 \ 4  Scan314
The replacement of B.T.H. magnetos with interchangeable Watford magnetos.15th Dec 1930Box 43 \ 4  Scan315
Cross-reference note for further information on the Watford SP.12-2 magneto.31th Dec 1930Box 43 \ 4  Scan316
Letter from the American branch discussing eight-cylinder engine development and the viability of the 40/50 car in the US market.9th Dec 1926Box 43 \ 4  Scan317
Car design principles concerning engine configuration and dimensions to adapt to modern traffic conditions.9th Dec 1926Box 43 \ 4  Scan318
Engine design, moment of inertia, and a potential V8 engine, with comparisons to a Packard.9th Dec 1926Box 43 \ 4  Scan319
Chassis length and shortening the bonnet on an eight-cylinder car.29th Dec 1926Box 43 \ 4  Scan320
Eight-cylinder car and the market trend towards smaller vehicles due to traffic congestion.29th Dec 1926Box 43 \ 4  Scan321
Car design principles, comparing engine types and dimensions for future models, particularly contrasting V-eight and straight-eight engines.29th Dec 1926Box 43 \ 4  Scan322
Challenges and potential designs for a V-eight engine, including comparisons with competitor models like the Packard.6th Oct 1929Box 43 \ 4  Scan323
Trial results and characteristics of 8-cylinder V-type engines.6th Oct 1929Box 43 \ 4  Scan324
Development of a 12-cylinder car, comparing competitors and deciding to build their own engine.4th Mar 1931Box 43 \ 4  Scan325
Investigation into fitment and distribution problems with an eight-cylinder Vee engine, with comparisons to other engines.21th Apr 1931Box 43 \ 4  Scan326
Comparative table of engine specifications for various makes of cars with 12 and 16 cylinder engines.8th May 1931Box 43 \ 4  Scan327
On future engines, proposing a 12-cylinder model for first-class luxury cars.8th May 1931Box 43 \ 4  Scan328
Development of smaller car models and engine sizes.18th Jun 1931Box 43 \ 4  Scan329
List of British cars with 16 to 18HP rating, detailing their specifications and price.18th Jun 1931Box 43 \ 4  Scan330
List of foreign cars from 16 to 18 HP rating with specifications and prices.24th Jun 1931Box 43 \ 4  Scan331
Various engine configurations (6-cylinder, straight-8, V-8, V-12) and future design directions.24th Jun 1931Box 43 \ 4  Scan332
Material choices for engine design, comparing cast iron and aluminum, and the potential use of Austenitic liners.2nd Jul 1931Box 43 \ 4  Scan333
Merits of a 6-cylinder engine versus proposed 8 and 12-cylinder engines.2nd Jul 1931Box 43 \ 4  Scan334
Developments in 12-cylinder engines, automatic clutches, and vibration damping in US cars.30th Jan 1932Box 43 \ 4  Scan335
Comparison table of specifications for 12-cylinder engines from various car manufacturers.1st Feb 1932Box 43 \ 4  Scan336
Torsional vibrations comparing the 6th order vibration on a Phantom II engine with a 60 Vee 6250 cc engine.24th Feb 1932Box 43 \ 4  Scan337
Severity and amplitude of 6th order vibration in a 12-cylinder engine.24th May 1932Box 43 \ 4  Scan338
Testing of a 12-cylinder engine for torsional vibration, particularly for use in speed boats for Sir Malcolm Campbell.11th May 1932Box 43 \ 4  Scan339
Technical merits and drawbacks of a narrow-angle V8 engine design.15th Dec 1933Box 43 \ 4  Scan340
Confirming the dispatch of an Ideal Double Filter and Filler from Wallis, Sutton & Wilson of Birmingham.18th Feb 1920Box 44 \ 1  Scan001
Letter from Cox Carburetters Limited regarding their ATMOS Patent Filter.20th May 1920Box 44 \ 1  Scan002
Instruction leaflet for the Cox 'Atmos' Separator Filter, with handwritten notes.20th May 1920Box 44 \ 1  Scan003
Installation and operation instructions for a Cox 'Atmos' separator filter.16th Jun 1920Box 44 \ 1  Scan004
Requesting a report on the test of a 'Universal' petrol filter sent by the Walter Scott Co.16th Jun 1920Box 44 \ 1  Scan005
Sales letter from Walter Fricke in Berlin offering the 'Filtrator' dust-removing apparatus for explosion motors.25th Jun 1920Box 44 \ 1  Scan006
Technical advertisement for the 'Filtrator' air filter by Walter Fricke of Berlin.25th Jun 1920Box 44 \ 1  Scan007
Advertisement in German for an automotive filter called 'FILTRATOR'.29th Jul 1920Box 44 \ 1  Scan008
German promotional document for the 'Filtrator' engine air filter, including a price and specifications table.29th Jul 1920Box 44 \ 1  Scan009
Terms of delivery for a product named 'Filtrator' from Walter Fricke, Berlin.13th Nov 1910Box 44 \ 1  Scan010
Sales letter from C.P. Preston Company offering a Giusti Gauseless Filter & Separator for testing purposes.13th Nov 1910Box 44 \ 1  Scan011
Continuation sheet of a letter from The C. P. Preston Company to J. Wormald.22th Nov 1920Box 44 \ 1  Scan012
Letter regarding a sample 'Giusti Gausel-ea Filter and Separator' received after the Motor Exhibition.22th Nov 1920Box 44 \ 1  Scan013
Letter proposing to send a 'Giusti Gauzeless Filter and Separator' for testing and demonstration purposes.29th Nov 1920Box 44 \ 1  Scan014
Product guarantee certificate for the Saunders Petrol Saver from The C.P. Preston Co., Ltd.11th Jan 1914Box 44 \ 1  Scan015
Advertisement leaflet for the 'Giusti' gauzeless petrol filter and separator.11th Jan 1914Box 44 \ 1  Scan016
Leaflet describing the scientific principle, construction, and fitting of the Giusti Gauzeless Filter and Separator.3rd Dec 1920Box 44 \ 1  Scan017
Letter from C.P. Preston Company Ltd. to Rolls-Royce acknowledging their letter regarding the Giusti Gauzeless Petrol Filter.3rd Dec 1920Box 44 \ 1  Scan018
To the Accountancy Department regarding an unsolicited invoice for a filter sent for trial.1st Dec 1920Box 44 \ 1  Scan019
Letter to C.P. Preston Co. Ltd. regarding a petrol filter submitted for evaluation by the Experimental Department.1st Dec 1920Box 44 \ 1  Scan020
Follow-up letter from C.P. Preston Co. Ltd enquiring about the test results for their 'Giusti Gauzeless Filter' and Separator.14th Jan 1921Box 44 \ 1  Scan021
Follow-up letter to C.P. Preston Co. Ltd. regarding the time needed to test a filter before providing an opinion on its quality.15th Jan 1921Box 44 \ 1  Scan022
Cover note regarding correspondence with C.P. Preston Company.15th Jan 1921Box 44 \ 1  Scan023
Letter to The C.P. Preston Co.Ltd. acknowledging receipt of a petrol filter for evaluation by the Experimental Department.1st Dec 1920Box 44 \ 1  Scan024
Letter from C.P. Preston Company Ltd. regarding the testing of their Saunders Petrol Saver filter.16th Jan 1921Box 44 \ 1  Scan025
New petrol filter for cars and aero engines, presented by Sir Egerton Graeme.19th Jul 1923Box 44 \ 1  Scan026
Clarifying a misunderstanding regarding petrol filter samples for Sir Egerton H. Graeme.15th Aug 1923Box 44 \ 1  Scan027
Update on a petrol filter experiment sent by Sir Egerton Graeme.18th Dec 1923Box 44 \ 1  Scan028
Evaluation of petrol filters supplied by Sir Egerton Graeme, recommending against their standard use due to design flaws.28th Dec 1923Box 44 \ 1  Scan029
The return of petrol filters to a customer, Sir Egerton Graeme.31th Dec 1923Box 44 \ 1  Scan030
The return of two loaned petrol filters to Sir Egerton Graeme.17th Jan 1924Box 44 \ 1  Scan031
Letter to Sir Egerton Graeme concerning the return of two filters loaned for experimental tests.17th Jan 1924Box 44 \ 1  Scan032
Issues with Sir E.H. Graeme's filters, which were found to leak petrol during testing.2nd Feb 1924Box 44 \ 1  Scan033
Despatch of 4 unions for petrol filters to Sir Egerton Graeme.2nd Feb 1924Box 44 \ 1  Scan034
Letter to Sir Egerton Graeme regarding the dispatch of 4 unions for petrol filters.12th Feb 1924Box 44 \ 1  Scan035
Acknowledgement of a memo and the safe receipt of Lympid filters.20th Feb 1924Box 44 \ 1  Scan036
Forwarding a letter and device from Auto-Klean Strainers Ltd for evaluation.17th Apr 1924Box 44 \ 1  Scan037
Letter from Auto-Klean Strainers Ltd concerning the supply of two 'P' type strainers for evaluation.14th Apr 1924Box 44 \ 1  Scan038
Advertising brochure for the Bassick Gas-co-lator visible gasoline filter.14th Apr 1924Box 44 \ 1  Scan039
Advertisement for the Bassick Gas-co-lator, a visible gasoline filter designed to eliminate carburetor trouble.23th Feb 1925Box 44 \ 1  Scan040
Comparing a 'Milegal Petrol Filler' to the currently used 'Ligall Petrol Filler'.23th Feb 1925Box 44 \ 1  Scan041
Correspondence from 'Milegal Petrol Filler' regarding the durability of their petrol pourer and cork float.27th Feb 1925Box 44 \ 1  Scan042
Letter from Milegal Meters Ltd. advising on cleaning a gauze and the type of tubing being fitted.25th Feb 1925Box 44 \ 1  Scan043
Advertisement for the 'Twentisec' Petrol Pourer, a device for quickly transferring fuel.10th Jul 1912Box 44 \ 1  Scan044
Promotional leaflet and correspondence regarding the 'TWENTISEC' petrol pourer.10th Jul 1912Box 44 \ 1  Scan045
Suggesting the trial of an Auto-Klean strainer.26th Oct 1925Box 44 \ 1  Scan046
Promotional brochure for the Auto-Klean Strainer, detailing its features, guarantee, and price.26th Oct 1925Box 44 \ 1  Scan047
Promotional leaflet explaining the function, benefits, and technical specifications of the Auto-Klean Strainer with a cross-sectional diagram.26th Oct 1925Box 44 \ 1  Scan048
Advertisement for Auto-Klean gauzeless petrol filters from Beldam Asbestos Company.26th Oct 1925Box 44 \ 1  Scan049
Product information sheet for Auto-Klean Strainers, detailing their operation and features.26th Oct 1925Box 44 \ 1  Scan050
The performance of Auto-Klean strainers on a test bench and a 40/50 HP car.26th Oct 1925Box 44 \ 1  Scan051
Instrument strainer fault and petrol leakage from a filter.16th Nov 1925Box 44 \ 1  Scan052
The purchase of a petrol filter from Tecalemit Ltd.18th Nov 1926Box 44 \ 1  Scan053
Petrol filters, comparing chamois leather to gauze and mentioning a new 'edge' filtration system being tested.12th Dec 1926Box 44 \ 1  Scan054
Letter to a customer about fitting a fuel filter and the problems associated with using chamois leather with certain fuels like Benzole.2nd Dec 1926Box 44 \ 1  Scan055
Cancellation of an order for a Tecalemit Filter as its chamois leather is not suitable for benzol.3rd Dec 1926Box 44 \ 1  Scan056


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