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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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Modified cutouts and a special stud to be used in conjunction with a blueprint.12th May 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan065
Instruction memo regarding a design flaw with distribution boards where a magnet's pull is insufficient.26th May 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan066
Proposed material change for a spring in a distribution box cutout due to a functional issue.27th May 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan067
Confirming the delivery and fitting schedule for three experimental distribution boxes.27th May 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan068
To Mr. Warwick regarding the replacement and allocation of three cutout contact points for specific cars.29th May 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan069
Experimental reductions of cutout contact breaker spring necks on various chassis models.29th May 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan070
Spring rubbing action and experimental modifications for a distribution box cutout.3rd Jun 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan071
Observations on spring arrangements and the rigidity of supports and fixed contacts.1st Jun 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan072
Handing over various experimental distribution box arrangements to be fitted onto specific chassis.4th Jun 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan073
Modifications to cutout contact springs to provide a rigid support on production chassis.4th Jun 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan074
Experiments with cutout contact points.4th Jun 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan075
Notification of blueprints sent for new cut-out contact points to increase rigidity and lighten spring pressure.15th Jun 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan076
The receipt and testing of Gold Silver Contacts from a new supplier.15th Jun 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan077
Instructions regarding the fitting of a distribution board and modifications to cutout contacts on specific chassis.17th Jun 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan078
Experiments on new gold-silver cutout contact points from a different supplier.20th Jun 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan079
Unsatisfactory Mentor Full Charge Indicator on chassis 7-GII and its replacement.24th Jun 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan080
The modification and testing of a distribution box with Reynold points and rigid support.8th Jul 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan081
Return of a tested distribution box fitted with a plate for added rigidity.20th Jul 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan082
Requesting a distribution box with specific components to be fitted to chassis 7-EX.21th Jul 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan083
Experiments on various types of cutout contact points.22th Jul 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan084
The fitting and status of distribution boxes for various car chassis.22th Jul 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan085
Outlining two outstanding tasks related to experiments on cutout contact points for specific vehicle chassis.12th Aug 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan086
Experiments on a distribution box with cutout contact points.14th Aug 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan087
Experiments on cutout contact points and their fitting to specific vehicles.12th Sep 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan088
Inspection report on experimental cut-outs, detailing their condition and a related signal lamp issue.12th Oct 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan089
Inspection report detailing the performance and condition of parts fitted to various vehicles.1st Oct 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan090
Test report on various components, detailing mileage, fitment dates, and inspection results.5th Oct 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan091
Inspection report on the condition of vehicle points after trial runs.30th Sep 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan092
Experiments to improve cutout contact points, including fitting a new experimental type to a 20 HP chassis.13th Oct 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan093
Instructions for modifications related to cutout contact point experiments on three specific chassis.14th Oct 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan094
Adjustments for cutouts on a chassis and requesting a sample distribution box for Mr. Royce.14th Oct 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan095
Requesting a report on detailed tests of Contact Points from W.H.Reynolds, for comparison with those from Johnson Matthey.23th Oct 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan096
Internal memorandum regarding experiments on cutout contact points and modifications for distribution boxes.23th Oct 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan097
Experiments on Reynold cutout contact points and their potential use in production.27th Oct 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan098
Cutout contact point experiments on distribution boxes for two specific chassis.5th Nov 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan099
From EFC to RHC requesting action on a previous instruction regarding cutout contact point experiments.30th Nov 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan100
Clarifying a mix-up involving distribution boxes for cutout contact point experiments on several chassis.7th Dec 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan101
Cutout contact point experiments and the fitting of two specific distribution boards.18th Dec 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan102
Experiments and changes for the standardisation of cutout contact points.15th Jan 1926Box 50 \ 1  Scan103
The condition of fixed and movable cutout contact points, referencing a mileage record.19th Jan 1926Box 50 \ 1  Scan104
The transfer of an ignition coil and distribution box between chassis.21th Jan 1926Box 50 \ 1  Scan105
Request for data from an extended trial comparing Contact Points from suppliers Reynolds and Johnson Matthey.1st Feb 1926Box 50 \ 1  Scan106
Arranging a standardisation sheet for contact points as a second source of supply.4th Feb 1926Box 50 \ 1  Scan107
From EFC to RHC requesting a model of a cutout contact point support for Mr. Royce.4th Feb 1926Box 50 \ 1  Scan108
The standardisation of cutout contact points, enclosing a model of a rigid support for inspection.11th Feb 1926Box 50 \ 1  Scan109
Experiments conducted on various types of cutout contact points.24th Feb 1926Box 50 \ 1  Scan110
Standardisation of a rigid fixed contact point support for a cutout.5th Feb 1926Box 50 \ 1  Scan111
Standardisation report on testing contact points from a new supplier, Messrs. Reynolds, for use on chassis.5th Feb 1926Box 50 \ 1  Scan112
Performance test report for a cut-out device on a standard 30 HP chassis charging system.1st Mar 1926Box 50 \ 1  Scan113
Instructions detailing the operating voltages and currents of a cut-out component under hot and cold conditions.29th Jun 1920Box 50 \ 1  Scan114
Suggesting a solution for loose cut-out contact points by soldering them after riveting.15th Mar 1926Box 50 \ 1  Scan115
Preference for riveting over soldering cutout contact points and proposing a test.22th Mar 1926Box 50 \ 1  Scan116
The electrical fittings for Chassis 10-GIII after 10,027 miles.4th May 1926Box 50 \ 1  Scan117
Request to remove a distribution board with A type rubbing cutout contacts from chassis 8-GIII and replace it with a standard distribution box.13th May 1926Box 50 \ 1  Scan118
Instruction sheet detailing experiments on two different cut-out contact points, comparing their condition after significant mileage.21th Apr 1926Box 50 \ 1  Scan119
Experiments and improvements to the distribution board cutout contact point.22th May 1926Box 50 \ 1  Scan120
The mileage and condition of experimental chassis fitted with distribution boards with cut-out contacts.22th May 1926Box 50 \ 1  Scan121
Sketch of a cutout showing rigid contact support and a narrower contact spring.18th May 1926Box 50 \ 1  Scan122
Standardisation of an electrical cutout moving contact point spring support with a rigid backing.25th May 1926Box 50 \ 1  Scan123
Chassis 12-EX, EAC.8 after a 9000-mile test, focusing on the electrical fittings, battery, and ammeter.23th Aug 1936Box 50 \ 1  Scan124
Standardisation of cutout contact points and updating car 7-EX for Mr. Royce.24th Sep 1926Box 50 \ 1  Scan125
Experimental record sheet for a distributor box with built-in thumb screws and a cut-out.10th Nov 1926Box 50 \ 1  Scan126
Instructions regarding a C-type cut-out, its operational history, mileage, and performance.23th Dec 1926Box 50 \ 1  Scan127
Instructions detailing the condition of points and the replacement of a distribution box.29th Jun 1920Box 50 \ 1  Scan128
Electrical experimental record sheet for D-type cut-out contacts.14th Jan 1926Box 50 \ 1  Scan129
Electrical experimental record sheet for Reynold cut-out points and rigid support.11th Apr 1927Box 50 \ 1  Scan130
Request for a special report on the failure of a Cutout unit from Chassis No. 54-NC.11th Sep 1930Box 50 \ 1  Scan131
Cut out on chassis 54-NC, attaching an assistant's report.7th Sep 1930Box 50 \ 1  Scan132
Examination report on a cut out from chassis 54-NC, investigating the cause of burnt contacts.16th Sep 1930Box 50 \ 1  Scan133
Requesting an experiment on a dynamo cut-out using a coarser series winding wire to reduce heating.6th Nov 1930Box 50 \ 1  Scan134
Instructions regarding the testing and modification of phosphor-bronze cut-out springs.1st Nov 1930Box 50 \ 1  Scan135
Requesting the exchange of a phosphor bronze cut-out spring on an experimental car.21th Nov 1930Box 50 \ 1  Scan136
The fitting of a cutout with a phosphor bronze control spring to chassis 22-EX.11th Dec 1930Box 50 \ 1  Scan137
Fitting of a cutout with a phosphor bronze control spring onto chassis 12-GIV.9th Jan 1931Box 50 \ 1  Scan138
Electrical experimental record sheet for a cutout with a phosphor-bronze spring.25th Nov 1930Box 50 \ 1  Scan139
Request to change the dynamo cut-out on chassis 20-EX to test a phosphor bronze spring.4th May 1932Box 50 \ 1  Scan140
Electrical experimental record sheet for a cutout with a phosphor-bronze spring.23th Aug 1932Box 50 \ 1  Scan141
Tests conducted on phosphor-bronze dynamo cut-out springs.14th Sep 1932Box 50 \ 1  Scan142
Proposing a two-unit design for the vibrator control and distribution board to save time and cost by using existing dies.14th Nov 1932Box 50 \ 1  Scan143
Typed document fragment, being page 2, showing the end of a sentence.14th Nov 1932Box 50 \ 1  Scan144
Design improvements for a Vibrator Control Distribution Board.1st Nov 1932Box 50 \ 1  Scan145
Blueprints for a Distribution Board and Cutout for the 'Peregrine II' engine, 'D' Scheme 583.26th Oct 1932Box 50 \ 1  Scan146
The 4-EX vehicle's distribution board, discussing earthed versus double wiring systems.17th Jun 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan147
The distribution of a blueprint for the Goshawk II distribution board.16th Sep 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan148
Material used for the Goshawk 11 distribution board, changing from bakelite to an aluminium casting.19th Sep 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan149
Notification memo listing electrical and mechanical parts received from Springfield, Mass.6th Oct 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan150
The design and placement of electrical equipment for the Goshawk II engine.13th Oct 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan151
From Mr. Royce detailing the dimensions for insulation and bushings on 'Goshawk II' electrical fittings.20th Oct 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan152
The blueprint for the 'GOSHAWK II' distribution board and cutout.29th Oct 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan153
Modified drawing for the Goshawk II distribution board with an automatic switch.11th Nov 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan154
Extract detailing drawings for the Goshawk II and Swallow experimental designs.5th Nov 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan155
Internal memorandum regarding the redesign of the lighting and ignition switch for the 'Goshawk II'.17th Nov 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan156
The terminal distance on the Goshawk 11 distribution board's automatic cutout.18th Nov 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan157
Extract discussing progress and plans for the Dynamo, Switchbox, and Distributing Board for the Goshawk Competition.29th Dec 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan158
The design and wiring identification for a Goshawk 11 distribution board.21th Jan 1922Box 50 \ 1  Scan159
Materials and production of cuffs for the 'Goshawk' 11 distribution board.2nd Feb 1922Box 50 \ 1  Scan160
Parts and drawings for the 'Goshawk' 11 Distribution Board and Cut-out.1st Feb 1922Box 50 \ 1  Scan161
Request to modify the Goshawk 11 distribution board diagram, specifically the numbering, ammeter notices and dynamo connections.14th Feb 1922Box 50 \ 1  Scan162
Request to resolve an earthing issue on a Goshawk 11 Distribution Board by adding protective flaps.21th Mar 1922Box 50 \ 1  Scan163
Scheme for carrying spare ready-loaded fuses for the Goshawk distribution box.11th Apr 1922Box 50 \ 1  Scan164


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