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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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Analysis of speedometer failures for the 25 HP and Phantom II models, detailing noisy operation versus complete failure.8th May 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan394
Letter from A.T. Speedometer Co., Ltd. reporting on the examination of a speedometer.31th May 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan395
Delaying the standardisation of speedometers pending a decision on new internal illumination arrangements.1st Jun 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan396
List of speedometer complaints and investigation findings for 25HP models.1st Jun 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan397
Fault and repair log for instruments on the 25HP model, listing order numbers and resolutions.1st Jun 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan398
List of speedometer faults for the 40/50 HP model, detailing order numbers, specific issues, and resolutions.1st Jun 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan399
Letter to A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. regarding the failure of a lightened type speedometer during testing.6th Jun 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan400
Arrangement for the return of a lightened type Bentley speedometer for examination.6th Jun 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan401
Letter from A.T. Speedometer Co., Ltd. regarding the repair of a speedometer's bearing jewel screws.7th Jun 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan402
Letter from a supplier explaining the cause of a broken cog in a trip mileage counter and the implemented solution.9th Jun 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan403
Letter from A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. apologising for a design lapse on light-weight instruments.9th Jun 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan404
Outline drawing of a trip assembly for a new lightweight instrument.11th Jun 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan405
Letter from A.T. Speedometer Co. regarding the supply and testing of a lightweight speedometer.14th Jun 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan406
Letter from The A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. regarding a returned and examined Rev-Clock.21th Jun 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan407
Letter from a supplier concerning a fault with the clocks in Bentley Rev-Counters and the proposed solution.7th Jun 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan408
Production delays for a lightened speedometer due to issues with larger trip figures and a new illumination method.26th Jun 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan409
Hesitation to standardize a new lightened speedometer due to multiple test failures and the need for a redesign to eliminate magnetic interference.27th Jun 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan410
Magnetic interference issues of the A.T. speedometer compared to other instruments.27th Jun 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan411
Returning a Bentley speedometer for recalibration due to it reading too fast.27th Jun 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan412
Return of an A.T. rev clock for regulation to the A.T. Speedometer Co.2nd Jul 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan413
Letter regarding a faulty Bentley rev-clock being returned for regulation after gaining time.2nd Jul 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan414
Requesting a print showing new dimensions for the instrument panel on the Experimental Bentley 5-B-4.3rd Jul 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan415
Letter from the A.T. Speedometer Co. about an issue with a returned Bentley Rev-Clock.6th Jul 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan416
The blueprint for an instrument board for the Experimental Bentley 5-B-4.7th Jul 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan417
Letter regarding the urgent return of two instruments for calibration and alteration for an E.R. Hall Bentley.9th Jul 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan418
Letter concerning the testing and regulation of a Rev-Clock and Speedometer for Mr. E. R. Hall's Bentley.12th Jul 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan419
Faulty Bentley speedometer where the trip meter cannot be set to zero.18th Jul 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan420
Inspection and repair of a Bentley chassis speedometer.20th Jul 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan421
Letter from The A.T. Speedometer Co. regarding a faulty Bentley Speedometer trip function.24th Jul 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan422
Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding a visit to discuss an A.T. Speedometer with special screening to eliminate magnetic interference.30th Jul 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan423
Postscript from S. Smith & Sons regarding the testing of new light type A.T. instruments and mileage recorders.30th Jul 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan424
Return of an unsatisfactory speedometer head for chassis No. 85-RY.31th Jul 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan425
Confusion over the correct speedometer calibration for the 20/25 Chassis 1150 Axle.31th Jul 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan426
Letter from France discussing issues with headlamps for continental driving and speedometer calibration.1st Aug 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan427
Letter from The A.T. Speedometer Co., Ltd. discussing the finalisation and requested modifications for a lightweight speedometer and multi-instrument samples.3rd Aug 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan428
Letter from a speedometer company discussing instrument samples and specifications for various car models.3rd Aug 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan429
Continuation letter from A. T. Speedometer Co., Ltd. suggesting an extended arrangement for dial alterations.28th Aug 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan430
Request to return a speedometer for alteration of the 'revs per mile' figure to suit a 12/41 axle.28th Aug 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan431
Letter to A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. regarding faults found during testing of a new trip and total mileage recorder.5th Sep 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan432
Letter from S. Smith & Sons discussing a new speedometer design for an instrument panel.14th Sep 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan433
Letter to Messrs. S. Smith & Sons Ltd. confirming a visit to inspect a speedometer and discussing travel arrangements.19th Sep 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan434
Instruction to fit a lightened type A.T. speedometer and rev clock, removed from chassis 4.B.IV, to a Bentley chassis 1.B.IV.25th Sep 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan435
Inquiry regarding a lightened type speedometer for R-R and Bentley chassis.27th Sep 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan436
Delay in standardizing instruments due to a trip counter failure.28th Sep 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan437
Modifications and testing of trip counter instruments for R.R. & Bentley chassis.10th Oct 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan438
Letter from The A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. regarding design changes and a timeline for new discs and pinions.18th Oct 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan439
Request to return a lightened type speedometer and rev clock for overhaul and modification.18th Oct 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan440
Letter confirming a telegram regarding an instrument with a non-interfering magnet being sent for trial.24th Oct 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan441
Requesting the completion of the speedometer drive design for a Wraith gearbox to be used in a Bentley.24th Oct 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan442
The alteration of speedometer drive gears for the Spectre chassis.5th Nov 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan443
Speedometer gear ratios and revolutions per mile for the Second Spectre chassis.6th Nov 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan444
Complaint letter to the A.T. Speedometer Co. regarding faulty workmanship on a speedometer from Mr. Fedden's Bentley chassis.6th Dec 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan445
Requesting the repair of a broken A.T. Speedometer total mileage recorder.6th Dec 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan446
Letter from The A.T. Speedometer Co., Ltd. responding to a complaint about a faulty speedometer on a Bentley chassis.7th Dec 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan447
Continuation letter from A. T. Speedometer Co., Ltd. regarding an instrument issue and manufacturing improvements.7th Dec 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan448
Update on the supply of lightened type instruments from the A.T. Company.12th Dec 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan449
Replying to a query about a delay in receiving lightened type instruments sent for modification.13th Dec 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan450
Letter to S. Smith & Sons Ltd. regarding the poor damping of an A.T. speedometer compared to one on a Graham-Paige car.19th Dec 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan451
Letter from S. Smith & Sons discussing speedometer designs and tests.21th Dec 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan452
Sending a Bentley standard A.T. speedometer to the stores for production stock.22th Dec 1934Box 59 \ 2  Scan453
Expressing dislike for electric horns due to battery drain and inharmonic sound.9th Sep 1910Box 59 \ 3  Scan001
Departmental memo discussing the selection of a suitable road-clearing horn for trials cars.22th Mar 1912Box 59 \ 3  Scan002
Continuation page of a departmental memo addressed to Mr. Cowen for consideration and report.23th Jan 1912Box 59 \ 3  Scan003
Departmental memo discussing the use of Klaxon and 'Autovox' horns on trials cars.11th Apr 1912Box 59 \ 3  Scan004
Departmental memo confirming a 'Bleriot' mechanical horn has been supplied on approval for testing.3rd Apr 1913Box 59 \ 3  Scan005
The testing of a Bleriot mechanical horn.4th Apr 1913Box 59 \ 3  Scan006
Departmental memo regarding a 'Warningtone' horn supplied for inspection and trial.11th Apr 1913Box 59 \ 3  Scan007
Warnington horn supplied for inspection and trial.14th Apr 1913Box 59 \ 3  Scan008
Mr. Royce's remarks on an urgency report concerning standard horn and Claxhorn fittings.28th Apr 1913Box 59 \ 3  Scan009
Inquiry about the intention to keep or return 'Warningtone' and 'Vibrophone' horns obtained on approval.20th May 1913Box 59 \ 3  Scan010
The decision to keep or return Warnington and Vibrophone horns.20th May 1913Box 59 \ 3  Scan011
Suitability of Warnington and Vibrophone horns.20th May 1913Box 59 \ 3  Scan012
Instruction for Mr Haldenby to return Warnington and Vibrophone horns.22th May 1913Box 59 \ 3  Scan013
Request to return Warrington and Vibrophone horns to the makers.22th May 1913Box 59 \ 3  Scan014
Criticism of the Warnington Horn and the Vibrophone Horn.26th May 1913Box 59 \ 3  Scan015
Return of an Atlas Vibrophone horn to its makers.27th May 1913Box 59 \ 3  Scan016
Value and potential issues of a 'Vacuphon' horn.29th May 1914Box 59 \ 3  Scan017
Feasibility and potential issues of a 'Vacuphon' Horn.5th Jun 1914Box 59 \ 3  Scan018
To Mr. Hives regarding an invoice for a motor horn and a reminder of correct purchasing procedures.31th Oct 1919Box 59 \ 3  Scan019
Notification of an order placed for three Lucas Nickel Hand Horns against order 735.20th Nov 1919Box 59 \ 3  Scan020
Letter from The Apollo Plug Manufacturing Co. Ltd. regarding their new model horns for the 1920 Motor Show.2nd Nov 1920Box 59 \ 3  Scan021
Letter to Apollo Manufacturing Company requesting a trial sample of their No.1, 12-volt Apollo Electric Horn.9th Dec 1920Box 59 \ 3  Scan022
Extract from a letter by C.A. Vandervell & Co. Ltd. regarding a new C.A.V. electric horn.1st Mar 1921Box 59 \ 3  Scan023
Letter and catalogue from The Benjamin Electric Ltd. for an electric horn.26th Oct 1921Box 59 \ 3  Scan024
Letter from The Benjamin Electric Ltd. offering their electric horns for test purposes and potential supply.25th Oct 1921Box 59 \ 3  Scan025
Standardization of a 'Boa Constrictor' horn for the Goshawk model and other cars.2nd Feb 1922Box 59 \ 3  Scan026
Letter from Clear-Hooters Ltd regarding the supply and testing of a 12-volt Black Clear Hooter.9th Feb 1922Box 59 \ 3  Scan027
Suitability and fitting options for a horn on the Goshawk model.8th Mar 1922Box 59 \ 3  Scan028
Replacement of the Cobra Horn with the Lucas type 38T horn on works cars due to fitting and water ingress issues.9th Mar 1922Box 59 \ 3  Scan029
Urgent memo regarding the fitting of a Boa Constrictor Horn to the Goshawk car.10th Mar 1922Box 59 \ 3  Scan030
Requesting the testing of a sample LOTON 2-Note Horn received from Messrs. Brown of Liverpool.9th Apr 1923Box 59 \ 3  Scan031
Internal inquiry regarding the availability and fitting of a 'Strombos Horn' for the American market.22th Aug 1923Box 59 \ 3  Scan032
Fault with 20 HP & 40/50 HP bulb horns caused by water ingress and a proposed fix.28th Jan 1924Box 59 \ 3  Scan033
Follow-up note requesting a reply regarding a 2-note Electric Horn from Brown & Co. Liverpool.31th Jan 1924Box 59 \ 3  Scan034
Recommending the purchase of the electric horn from Brown & Co. Ltd.2nd Feb 1924Box 59 \ 3  Scan035
Use of exhaust cutouts, proposing they become an optional extra, and also commenting on horns.2nd Feb 1924Box 59 \ 3  Scan036
Request for three spare reeds for a 40/50 HP type Boa Constrictor Horn.22th Dec 1924Box 59 \ 3  Scan037
Packing note for the dispatch of three reeds for 40/50 model horns.29th Dec 1924Box 59 \ 3  Scan038
Request to remove the special Clear-Hoot horn from chassis number 44.PK.13th Mar 1925Box 59 \ 3  Scan039
Confirming the dispatch of a 'Clear Hoot Horn' for chassis 44-PK.17th Mar 1925Box 59 \ 3  Scan040


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