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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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The failure of K.L.G. spark plugs and the recommendation to standardize Lodge A.5B plugs for Kestrel engines.19th May 1936Box 58 \ 2  Scan342
Ignition plug issues and alternatives for 'Kestrel' engines in service.25th May 1936Box 58 \ 2  Scan343
Letter replying to correspondence regarding issues with faulty V7/3B sparking plugs and their replacement.21th May 1936Box 58 \ 2  Scan344
Issues with Kestrel Engine sparking plugs and an agreement with K.L.G. for replacements.26th May 1936Box 58 \ 2  Scan345
Fulfillment of an order for spark plug servicing at Hucknall.28th May 1936Box 58 \ 2  Scan346
Letter from The Robinhood Engineering Works regarding the testing of different types of K.L.G. Sparking Plugs.23th Nov 1915Box 58 \ 3  Scan001
To the Experimental Department requesting an opinion on plugs received from The Robinhood Engineering Works.13th Jan 1919Box 58 \ 3  Scan002
To Mr. Hives regarding a parcel of K.L.G. plugs left by Smith from Martinsydes.19th Mar 1919Box 58 \ 3  Scan003
Recommending K.L.G. sparking plugs for a chassis, detailing a new cleaning tool and spring wire terminals.14th May 1919Box 58 \ 3  Scan004
Letter from The Robinhood Engineering Works regarding a new special cleaner for their 'R' type sparking plugs.9th May 1919Box 58 \ 3  Scan005
Letter to The Robinhood Engineering Works Ltd. regarding the supply and cost of cleaners for 'R' type K.L.G. spark plugs.14th May 1919Box 58 \ 3  Scan006
Letter from The Robinhood Engineering Works Ltd. regarding the supply and pricing of plug cleaners and R.4 type plugs.16th May 1919Box 58 \ 3  Scan007
Recommending the supply of a special cleaner with K.L.G. M4 type spark plugs.23th Sep 1919Box 58 \ 3  Scan008
Agreeing to supply spark plug cleaners with car tool kits and recommending they be labelled with instructions.24th Sep 1919Box 58 \ 3  Scan009
Procurement and distribution of a special sheet metal cleaner for K.L.G. R.4. plugs.25th Sep 1919Box 58 \ 3  Scan010
Letter to The Robinhood Engineering Works Ltd. regarding issues with sooted K.L.G. R4 sparking plugs.11th Oct 1919Box 58 \ 3  Scan011
To Mr. Hives regarding an order for K.L.G. chassis sparking plugs.15th Oct 1919Box 58 \ 3  Scan012
Confirming the fitting of K.L.G. spark plugs as standard for cars at the Olympia Show.16th Oct 1919Box 58 \ 3  Scan013
Test report on the compression pressure performance of various spark plugs after a 20-mile run.28th May 1919Box 58 \ 3  Scan014
Letter from Robinhood Engineering Works regarding issues with R4 type sparking plugs and the dispatch of new samples.17th Oct 1919Box 58 \ 3  Scan015
Letter from The Robinhood Engineering Works Ltd. discussing a plug with a longer insulating surface and proposing a new type of cleaner.17th Oct 1919Box 58 \ 3  Scan016
Confirming the stock level of K.L.G. sparking plugs and their usage for chassis erection.21th Oct 1919Box 58 \ 3  Scan017
Unreliability and wastefulness of K.L.G. sparking plugs after testing on car No. 64-LB.23th Oct 1919Box 58 \ 3  Scan018
The testing and comparison of K.L.G. sparking plugs.23th Oct 1919Box 58 \ 3  Scan019
Requesting the testing of 11 failed K.L.G. spark plugs from the London Repair Depot.29th Oct 1919Box 58 \ 3  Scan020
Unsatisfactory spark plug and a request to test alternative K.L.G. models.30th Oct 1919Box 58 \ 3  Scan021
Dispatch of K.L.G. Plug Cleaners and an accompanying letter.4th Nov 1919Box 58 \ 3  Scan022
Letter from The Robinhood Engineering Works regarding experimental single-point and three-point plugs and their cleaners.30th Oct 1919Box 58 \ 3  Scan023
Letter regarding the dispatch of No: 106 experimental spark plugs for testing.5th Nov 1919Box 58 \ 3  Scan024
Ignition experiments and issues with K.L.G. spark plugs sooting up.12th Nov 1919Box 58 \ 3  Scan025
1000-mile test of Lodge porcelain sparking plugs and subsequent modifications by K.L.G.13th Nov 1919Box 58 \ 3  Scan026
Letter providing feedback on the testing of spark plugs Nos. 105-106 sent by The Robinhood Engineering Works.13th Nov 1919Box 58 \ 3  Scan027
Recommending the use of Lodge C9 spark plugs over K.L.G. plugs based on recent testing.13th Nov 1919Box 58 \ 3  Scan028
Letter from The Robinhood Engineering Works regarding tests on experimental sparking plugs.14th Nov 1919Box 58 \ 3  Scan029
Report comparing the performance of Lodge and K.L.G. ignition plugs, with a request to standardise the Lodge plugs.14th Nov 1919Box 58 \ 3  Scan030
General information memo on battery ignition issues, focusing on spark plug sooting and high-tension wiring.20th Nov 1919Box 58 \ 3  Scan031
Return and repayment of KLG 18 m/m 3 point R4 type sparking plugs.12th Dec 1919Box 58 \ 3  Scan032
Attaching correspondence with The Robinhood Engineering Works regarding KLG 18mm 3 point R4 type sparking plugs.9th Dec 1919Box 58 \ 3  Scan033
Letter from The Robinhood Engineering Works regarding the repair and supply of experimental spark plugs.15th Jan 1920Box 58 \ 3  Scan034
Continuation page of a letter from The Robinhood Engineering Works, Limited.15th Jan 1920Box 58 \ 3  Scan035
Return and replacement of faulty KLG R.4 type sparking plugs from Robinhood Engineering Works Ltd.16th Jan 1920Box 58 \ 3  Scan036
Requesting information on KLG spark plug trials to influence the policy of using Lodge C.9 plugs.17th Jan 1920Box 58 \ 3  Scan037
Extract from a report on Chassis 2EX detailing misfiring issues and performance observations.15th Jan 1920Box 58 \ 3  Scan038
Performance and suitability of Lodge and K.L.G. sparking plugs for chassis.20th Jan 1920Box 58 \ 3  Scan039
Defective KLG 18 m/m sparking plugs supplied by Robinhood Engineering Works Ltd.16th Mar 1920Box 58 \ 3  Scan040
The decision to replace defective KLG R.4 type spark plugs.16th Mar 1920Box 58 \ 3  Scan041
Letter from Robinhood Engineering Works requesting the results of tests on K.L.G. experimental spark plugs.20th Mar 1920Box 58 \ 3  Scan042
Suitability of Lodge ignition plugs with mica insulation compared to older K.L.G. and porcelain types.10th Sep 1920Box 58 \ 3  Scan043
Difficulties of cleaning spark plugs and comparing different models.10th Sep 1920Box 58 \ 3  Scan044
The 1.EX engine's poor performance at slow speeds, investigating potential ignition or valve clearance issues.10th Sep 1920Box 58 \ 3  Scan045
Letter from The Robinhood Engineering Works regarding forwarding one dozen G.1 K.L.G. sparking plugs for testing.13th Nov 1920Box 58 \ 3  Scan046
Invoice from The Robinhood Engineering Works Ltd. for 12 K.L.G. Sparking Plugs, type G-1.13th Nov 1920Box 58 \ 3  Scan047
Extract from a report on a visit to West Wittering to assess K.L.G. and Lodge spark plugs.30th Dec 1921Box 58 \ 3  Scan048
Pre-ignition trouble with K.L.G. (Type K1) sparking plugs on 40/50 HP chassis and Coshawk engines.19th Aug 1922Box 58 \ 3  Scan049
Testing of K.L.G. ignition plugs and the subsequent decision to use Lodge plugs on the 40/50 chassis.7th Sep 1922Box 58 \ 3  Scan050
Letter from The Robinhood Engineering Works regarding the supply and testing of improved K.L.G. sparking plugs.29th Jan 1923Box 58 \ 3  Scan051
Letter to Robinhood Engineering regarding issues with K.L. sparking plugs on 20 HP cars and interest in a new K-1-A type.30th Jan 1923Box 58 \ 3  Scan052
Letter from Robinhood Engineering Works regarding issues with K.L.G. sparking plugs and suggesting a new K.I.A. type.8th Feb 1923Box 58 \ 3  Scan053
Investigation into intermittent misfiring issues caused by internal leakage in 20-HP K.L.G. ignition plugs.14th Jan 1924Box 58 \ 3  Scan054
Investigation into faulty K.L.G. ignition plugs and arranging for replacement stock.21th Jan 1924Box 58 \ 3  Scan055
Complaints and failures of 20-HP K.L.G. ignition plugs.31th Jan 1924Box 58 \ 3  Scan056
The replacement or credit for plugs taken by a Mr. Van Raalte.31th Jan 1924Box 58 \ 3  Scan057
Supply and testing of 20-HP K.L.G. ignition plugs.25th Feb 1924Box 58 \ 3  Scan058
Letter from The Robinhood Engineering Works regarding the supply and replacement of K.L. sparking plugs.21th Feb 1924Box 58 \ 3  Scan059
Complaints and investigation into faulty 20-HP K.L.G. ignition plugs.4th Jan 1924Box 58 \ 3  Scan060
Correspondence regarding an issue with K.L.G. ignition plugs on a 20-HP car, which was resolved by switching to Lodge plugs.24th Jan 1924Box 58 \ 3  Scan061
Letter quoting a response from Robinhood Engineering Works regarding faulty K.L.G. ignition plugs on a 20 HP engine.29th Jan 1924Box 58 \ 3  Scan062
Letter detailing customer complaints and failures related to 20-HP K.L.G. ignition plugs.31th Jan 1924Box 58 \ 3  Scan063
Page 2 of a memo requesting replacement or credit for plugs taken by Mr. Van Raalte.31th Jan 1924Box 58 \ 3  Scan064
Issues and proposed improvements for the 20-HP K.L.G. ignition plugs.13th Feb 1924Box 58 \ 3  Scan065
Improved 'stepping' plug design to prevent oiling up.13th Feb 1924Box 58 \ 3  Scan066
Customer complaints of faulty K.L.G. ignition plugs and arranging for the return and replacement.5th Mar 1924Box 58 \ 3  Scan067
Letter regarding KLG ignition plugs and a proposal from Robinhood Engineering Works to experiment with an ignition coil on the 20 HP Chassis.6th Mar 1924Box 58 \ 3  Scan068
Letter regarding a delay in the supply of K.L.G. K.1 sparking plugs for the 20 HP Chassis from Robinhood Engineering Works.7th Mar 1924Box 58 \ 3  Scan069
The appropriate ignition coils for testing K.L.G. ignition plugs on a 20-HP chassis.7th Mar 1924Box 58 \ 3  Scan070
K.L.G. Ignition Plugs for a 20 HP Chassis and the loan of a trembler coil to Robinhood Engineering for testing.17th Mar 1924Box 58 \ 3  Scan071
Supply and renovation of K.L.G. ignition plugs for the 20 HP Chassis.31th Mar 1924Box 58 \ 3  Scan072
Letter from Robinhood Engineering Works concerning modifications to sparking plugs to prevent sparking down the external mica sleeve.27th Mar 1924Box 58 \ 3  Scan073
Letter from The Robinhood Engineering Works, Limited regarding a delay.27th Mar 1924Box 58 \ 3  Scan074
Urgent memo regarding stock levels of 20HP sparking plugs and the performance of improved K.L.G. plugs.8th Apr 1924Box 58 \ 3  Scan075
The testing of 20-HP K.L.G. sparking plugs.9th Apr 1924Box 58 \ 3  Scan076
Extended testing and standardization of new K.L.G. sparking plugs for the 20 HP chassis.15th May 1924Box 58 \ 3  Scan077
The distribution of 20-HP chassis sparking plugs for testing and standardisation.19th May 1924Box 58 \ 3  Scan078
Decision not to proceed with K.I.R. ignition plugs as standard for the 20 HP Chassis.19th Jun 1924Box 58 \ 3  Scan079
Mix-up with an order of 1500 K.L.G. sparking plugs for 20 HP models.19th May 1924Box 58 \ 3  Scan080
Standardisation report for a modified K.L.G. sparking plug design to improve insulation.20th May 1924Box 58 \ 3  Scan081
Performance and standardization of various sparking plugs.17th Jul 1924Box 58 \ 3  Scan082
To the Order Office requesting a change in ignition plug specification for the 20 HP chassis.2nd Oct 1924Box 58 \ 3  Scan083
The arrival of twelve Lodge 275 plugs and requesting comments.17th Nov 1926Box 58 \ 3  Scan084
Letter acknowledging an order for K.L.G. plugs (type 201) and suggesting an improved alternative (type 275).12th Nov 1924Box 58 \ 3  Scan085
Recommendation to obtain Champion Sparking Plugs for 20 HP & 40/50 HP chassis testing.19th Nov 1924Box 58 \ 3  Scan086
Sending a set of 12 K.L.G plugs to the Argentine for the Prince of Wales' Chassis No. 20.MC.12th Jun 1925Box 58 \ 3  Scan087
Letter from Robinhood Engineering Works regarding pricing and trade discounts for K.L.G. plugs.27th Jun 1925Box 58 \ 3  Scan088
Alphabetical list of K.L.G. sparking plugs recommended for various makes of engines, including cars, motorcycles, and commercial vehicles.27th Jun 1925Box 58 \ 3  Scan089
Product information sheet for KLG sparking plugs for motor cars, motor cycles, and marine engines.30th Jun 1925Box 58 \ 3  Scan090
Issues with the carburettors and ignition plugs on a New Phantom vehicle.30th Jun 1925Box 58 \ 3  Scan091
Suitability of K.L.G. spark plugs for the Phantom Engine, comparing them to Lodge plugs.5th Mar 1927Box 58 \ 3  Scan092
Suitability of K.L.G. plugs for the Phantom engine, comparing them to Lodge plugs.5th Mar 1927Box 58 \ 3  Scan093
Requesting the despatch of a K.L.G. sparking plug to the manufacturer for inspection.14th Mar 1927Box 58 \ 3  Scan094
Agreement to fit K.L.G. sparking plugs to the next series of 50 40/50 HP cars.19th Mar 1927Box 58 \ 3  Scan095


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