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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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Series of recommendations for vehicle owners on how to manage cold weather issues, focusing on lubrication, battery maintenance, and starter motor usage.10th Dec 1930Box 50 \ 2  Scan103
Page discussing arrangements for starting large aero engines, including carburation and priming.10th Dec 1930Box 50 \ 2  Scan104
Standardisation of the 40/50 starter motor, battery arrangement, and conductor size.9th Feb 1922Box 50 \ 2  Scan105
Comparative tests of starting equipment on two different chassis.13th Feb 1922Box 50 \ 2  Scan106
Comparative analysis of C.A.V. and R.R. engine starting systems, focusing on battery performance and virtual resistance.13th Feb 1922Box 50 \ 2  Scan107
Analysis of starter motor electrical performance, comparing voltage drop and cable resistance in different scenarios.13th Feb 1928Box 50 \ 2  Scan108
Continued discussion on the starter system's ampere consumption during engine start.13th Aug 1922Box 50 \ 2  Scan109
Comparative test report on direct drive flywheel starters versus gearbox starters.18th Feb 1922Box 50 \ 2  Scan110
Comparison of C.A.V. and Bendix starter motor systems and arrangements.18th Feb 1922Box 50 \ 2  Scan111
Comparative test results for various batteries on a chassis starter motor.7th May 1924Box 50 \ 2  Scan112
Comparing engine cold-start performance with American cars, noting superior reliability.28th Feb 1929Box 50 \ 2  Scan113
Comparing the performance of Bosch, Bijur, and Westinghouse starter motors and generators.27th Apr 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan114
Comparison and recommendation concerning Bijur and Westinghouse starter motors.27th Apr 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan115
Performance comparison of Bijur and Westinghouse starter motors against a standard starter.27th Apr 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan116
Potential omission of the epicyclic gear and comparing Bosch motors and generators with competitor models.27th Apr 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan117
Report comparing Lucas, Bosch, and Bijur motors and generators for potential use in cars.27th Apr 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan118
Internal memorandum comparing the Bijur motor to existing and Westinghouse options.27th Apr 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan119
Graph comparing the torque versus current for three different starter motors.24th Apr 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan120
Graph comparing the B.H.P and Torque against R.P.M for three different starter motors.26th Apr 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan121
Graph comparing the RPM, current, and voltage drop of three different starter motors from Bosch, Bijur, and Westinghouse.26th Apr 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan122
Comparative tests of Bijur, Westinghouse, and Bosch starter motors, recommending the Bijur model.29th May 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan123
Starting procedures for aero engines and comparing different motors and gear ratios.29th May 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan124
Extract from a note regarding the Bijur starting motor for the American chassis.1st Jul 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan125
Parts for the American chassis, specifically a recommendation to use the Bijur starting motor.14th Jul 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan126
Page 2 of a letter to Mr. Claude Johnson arguing for the use of the Bijur starting motor and urging an order be placed by August 5th.14th Jul 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan127
Differences in American and British starter motor technology, materials, and standardization.14th Jul 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan128
Letter to Mr. Claude Johnson regarding design practices for starter motors and generators.16th Jul 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan129
Use of American-made parts on chassis, highlighting a disagreement over a starter motor.16th Jul 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan130
Comparing the in-house R-R starter motor with the third-party Bijur motor, referencing experiences with Packard cars.16th Jul 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan131
Standardizing parts, such as generators, between the UK and US factories for the 40/50 chassis.16th Jul 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan132
Report discussing the quality of generators and dynamos from suppliers like Lucas and Bijur for upcoming car production.16th Jul 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan133
Communication regarding the choice of switch for the Bijur Starter Motor on the chassis.19th Sep 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan134
Experimental modification for the 'Condor' starter and switch.1st Jan 1921Box 50 \ 2  Scan135
Missing washer on a print for the 'Condor' starter gear and the provision of a revised print.7th Jan 1921Box 50 \ 2  Scan136
Fitting of parts for the 'Condor' engine switch control.4th Feb 1921Box 50 \ 2  Scan137
Testing and proposed modification of a Condor Starter Motor Switch.1st Mar 1921Box 50 \ 2  Scan138
Follow-up communication regarding a proposed modification to the Condor starter motor switch.5th Mar 1931Box 50 \ 2  Scan139
The standardization of a modification to the Condor engine starter switch.10th Mar 1921Box 50 \ 2  Scan140
Recommendation to retrospectively alter Condor engine starter switches to prevent a serious, life-threatening failure.5th Apr 1921Box 50 \ 2  Scan141
Circulating a standardisation sheet for the starter mechanism on Condor engines.1st Apr 1921Box 50 \ 2  Scan142
Enclosing two standardisation sheets for an experiment on the starter mechanism for Condor engines.8th Apr 1921Box 50 \ 2  Scan143
Alteration to the starter mechanism on Condor engines.8th Apr 1921Box 50 \ 2  Scan144
Cover note for a standardisation sheet regarding the starter mechanism on Condor engines.12th Apr 1921Box 50 \ 2  Scan145
Standardisation sheet for a starter mechanism on Condor engines and drawings for universal joint lubrication.12th Apr 1921Box 50 \ 2  Scan146
Cover letter for a standardisation sheet regarding the starter mechanism on Condor engines.12th Apr 1921Box 50 \ 2  Scan147
Cover note for a standardisation sheet on the starter mechanism for 'Condor' engines.16th Apr 1921Box 50 \ 2  Scan148
Note stating an experiment for the Condor starter mechanism is being put forward for standardisation.18th Apr 1921Box 50 \ 2  Scan149
Alteration to the standardisation sheet for the starter mechanism on Condor engines.18th Apr 1921Box 50 \ 2  Scan150
Cost and logistics of modifying the starter mechanism for Condor Engines.21th Apr 1921Box 50 \ 2  Scan151
Standardisation sheet for the Condor Engine Electrical Power Starter Switch, discussing consent from the Air Ministry and Admiralty.29th Apr 1921Box 50 \ 2  Scan152
Technical complexity and alternatives for implementing headlight dimmers.7th Dec 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan153
Continued discussion on methods for reducing headlights, favouring a series parallel switch.3rd Jan 1921Box 50 \ 2  Scan154
Letter from Rolls Royce of America Inc. discussing the best scheme for headlamp dimmers for both English and American chassis.3rd Jan 1921Box 50 \ 2  Scan155
Letter discussing head-light and side-light configurations on American cars for the English market, comparing legal requirements and proposing a new combination.6th Nov 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan156
Alternative methods for modifying a vehicle's headlight circuit.6th Nov 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan157
Cover memo for documents from America regarding headlamps and oil pump gears.12th Aug 1926Box 50 \ 2  Scan158
Reprint from 'The Commercial Motor' titled 'Replacement or Renovation?' by The Electro-Ferrous Engineering Co., Ltd.24th Aug 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan159
Article discussing the process of renovating worn parts using electro-deposition, from scrap-heap to finished stores.24th Aug 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan160
Article detailing the process and benefits of repairing worn metal parts using electro-deposition, with photographic examples.5th Nov 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan161
Letter complimenting The Electro-Ferrous Engineering Co Ltd on the successful testing of their iron depositing work.5th Nov 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan162
Letter from The Electro-Ferrous Engineering Co. to Mr. Clark regarding their steel deposition process and a proposal to treat a sample part.11th Jan 1921Box 50 \ 2  Scan163
Letter to The Electro-Ferrous Eng. Co. Ltd. regarding trials on deposition systems and sending parts.13th Jan 1921Box 50 \ 2  Scan164
Iron depositing process by the Electro-Ferrous Eng. Company and arranging to send parts for trial.13th Jan 1921Box 50 \ 2  Scan165
Letter to The Electro Ferrous Eng. Co. Ltd. requesting the build-up of two small parts.18th Jan 1921Box 50 \ 2  Scan166
Iron depositing process by the Electro-Ferrous Engineering Company.18th Jan 1921Box 50 \ 2  Scan167
Letter to Mr. Saxby of The Electro-Ferrous Eng. Co. Ltd. regarding trials on deposition systems and the arrangement to send parts.13th Jan 1921Box 50 \ 2  Scan168
Letter from The Electro-Ferrous Engineering Co. proposing their steel 'Deposition' process for worn or undersized parts.11th Jan 1921Box 50 \ 2  Scan169
Letter providing positive feedback on tests of iron deposition on sample work.5th Nov 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan170
Reprint from 'The Commercial Motor' discussing the renovation of worn parts via electro-deposition.24th Aug 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan171
Article detailing the process of renovating worn vehicle parts using electro-deposition, developed during the war.24th Aug 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan172
Letter regarding a quality issue with deposited parts where the coating on a pinion has started to peel off.5th Feb 1921Box 50 \ 2  Scan173
Letter confirming the upcoming dispatch of parts and the testing of a planet wheel.7th Feb 1921Box 50 \ 2  Scan174
Letter to Electro Ferrous Eng.Co,Ltd., regarding various parts requiring depositing.7th Feb 1921Box 50 \ 2  Scan175
High tension magnetos from French manufacturer S.E.V., including a booklet, blueprint, and price lists.12th Oct 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan176
High tension magnetos made by S.E.V. in Issy (Seine).27th Jan 1921Box 50 \ 2  Scan177
French price list for S.E.V. magnetos, supplements, and spark plugs.1st Jul 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan178
Confidential price list for S.E.V. magnetos, supplements, and spark plugs.1st Jul 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan179
Quote from French firm S.E.V. for magnetos and the associated costs.1st Jun 1921Box 50 \ 2  Scan180
Declining an offer for S.E.V. magnetos and sparking plugs.2nd Jun 1921Box 50 \ 2  Scan181
The investigation of a failing S.E.V. magneto from a Delage car.7th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 2  Scan182
Continuation of a memo from Mr. Royce requesting an investigation into a magneto.7th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 2  Scan183
Confirming the dispatch of a S.E.V. magneto from a Delage vehicle by passenger train.10th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 2  Scan184
Instructions detailing the diagnosis and repair of a faulty SEV Magneto from a Delage Car.9th Aug 1922Box 50 \ 2  Scan185
Investigation report on a faulty S.E.V. magneto from a Delage car.10th Aug 1922Box 50 \ 2  Scan186
Page confirming a magneto does not need to be returned to West Wittering.10th Aug 1922Box 50 \ 2  Scan187
Fault with an S.E.V. magneto from a Delage car and its potential use for testing.12th Aug 1922Box 50 \ 2  Scan188
Confirming the handover of a S.E.V. magneto armature from a Delage car for fault diagnosis.8th Sep 1922Box 50 \ 2  Scan189
Sending S.E.V. magneto parts to the Stores for despatch.22th Sep 1922Box 50 \ 2  Scan190
Returning a faulty S.E.V. magneto (No. 186909) for repair due to corrosion from soldering flux.9th Sep 1922Box 50 \ 2  Scan191
Test results for S.E.V. Magnets carried out on the Watford type E.O.6.(c).7th Jan 1921Box 50 \ 2  Scan192
Instruction sheet detailing tests and measurements for an advance lever and sparking system.7th Jan 1923Box 50 \ 2  Scan193
The availability of a tested S.E.V. Double Spark Magneto for engine experiments.9th Jan 1924Box 50 \ 2  Scan194
Instruction to manufacture two sets of battery ignition contact points from gold-silver.19th Oct 1927Box 50 \ 2  Scan195
Potential new contact point material known as 'Post Office metal' for experimentation.20th Oct 1927Box 50 \ 2  Scan196
Request to make two sets of battery ignition contact points from a gold-silver alloy.1st Oct 1927Box 50 \ 2  Scan197
Letter from Johnson Matthey & Co. Limited detailing the composition of 'Post Office Metal' alloys.22th Oct 1927Box 50 \ 2  Scan198
Letter from W.H. Reynolds & Co. discussing mounting alloy samples and recommending Iridio-platinum.22th Oct 1927Box 50 \ 2  Scan199
Metal used for cutout contact points from suppliers Messrs. Reynolds and Johnson Matthey.24th Oct 1927Box 50 \ 2  Scan200
Order for gold-silver contact points on battery ignition screws.24th Jan 1928Box 50 \ 2  Scan201
Distributing blueprints of a modified Body Clearance Template for the Back Axle.22th Nov 1920Box 50 \ 2  Scan202


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