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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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Dipping headlight method and the effectiveness of side lights.31th Oct 1922Box 61a \ 1  scan0152
Urgent internal order request for a 12-volt rear lamp for the Hawk Northcliffe car.11th Nov 1922Box 61a \ 1  scan0153
Replacement of C.A.V. dash lamps with alternatives from Culver-Stearns Mfg. Co.9th Nov 1922Box 61a \ 1  scan0154
Request to obtain a catalogue of lamps from Morris-Russel, issued by Culver-Stearns Mfg. Co.13th Nov 1922Box 61a \ 1  scan0155
Request for feedback on Barker dipping headlight parts for Mr. Royce's 40/50 car.15th Nov 1922Box 61a \ 1  scan0156
Explaining the inability to work on Goshawk left-hand controls due to other urgent projects.16th Nov 1922Box 61a \ 1  scan0157
Letter from Morris, Russell & Co. Ltd. enclosing a catalogue and promoting windscreen cleaners.16th Nov 1922Box 61a \ 1  scan0158
Letter to Morris-Russel requesting a catalogue of lamps from Culver-Stearns Manufacturing Co.14th Nov 1922Box 61a \ 1  scan0159
Catalogue for dash lamps from a company in Detroit.14th Nov 1922Box 61a \ 1  scan0160
Proposal for a dipping headlight mechanism using modified Lucas R850 lamps.22th Nov 1922Box 61a \ 1  scan0161
Continued memorandum regarding the supply of fittings to coachbuilders or customers.22th Nov 1922Box 61a \ 1  scan0162
The controls for the Goshawk 11 dipping headlights.22th Nov 1922Box 61a \ 1  scan0163
Modifications to the Barker dipping headlight scheme on Mr. Royce's car.23th Nov 1922Box 61a \ 1  scan0164
Extract discussing the dislike of an American-made instrument board lamp and plans for its replacement.5th Dec 1922Box 61a \ 1  scan0165
Extract discussing the implications of proposed new legislation regarding dipping headlights.5th Dec 1922Box 61a \ 1  scan0166
Potential legislation on dipping headlights and authorising experimental sets.12th Dec 1922Box 61a \ 1  scan0167
Instruction to return a Lucas headlamp to have a diffuser glass fitted instead of a plain one.13th Dec 1922Box 61a \ 1  scan0168
Letter to W.A.H. White declining a suggestion for lamp improvements, suggesting he contacts lamp manufacturers directly.22th Dec 1922Box 61a \ 1  scan0169
Correspondence regarding a submission to Messrs. Lucas for dipping headlights on the Goshawk 11 model.2nd Jan 1923Box 61a \ 1  scan0170
Letter from Joseph Lucas Ltd. regarding the design of dipping headlights for a 20HP chassis and regulations from the Lights on Vehicles Bill.30th Dec 1922Box 61a \ 1  scan0171
Inquiry about a dipping headlight system advertised by Barker for potential use on trials cars.18th Jan 1923Box 61a \ 1  scan0172
Query regarding an experiment for 'Goshawk 11' dipping headlights with Joseph Lucas Ltd.18th Jan 1923Box 61a \ 1  scan0173
Decision not to proceed with an experiment on Goshawk II dipping headlights due to impending legislation.18th Jan 1923Box 61a \ 1  scan0174
Correspondence regarding an order for a Lucas Tail Lamp for a 20 HP car.19th Jan 1923Box 61a \ 1  scan0175
'Barker scheme' for dipping headlights and the development of a new system.30th Jan 1923Box 61a \ 1  scan0176
The trial of a hand-controlled dipping headlight system for the Goshawk 11.4th Apr 1923Box 61a \ 1  scan0177
Lever and model ball joints for dipping headlights on car 4-G-11.25th Jun 1923Box 61a \ 1  scan0178
Instructing the stores to despatch a Lever, Bracket, and two Ball Joints to Mr. W.W. Elliott.25th Jun 1923Box 61a \ 1  scan0179
The failure of dipping headlights from The Rapson Co. Ltd. on a 20 HP car due to issues with the operating cables.29th Jun 1923Box 61a \ 1  scan0180
Modifications to the 20 HP chassis head lamps, including height adjustments and dipping mechanisms.22th Jun 1923Box 61a \ 1  scan0181
Issues with the 20 HP dipping headlights, including handle load and rattling reflectors.4th Jul 1923Box 61a \ 1  scan0182
Development of a dimming switch and dipping headlamps for the 20.HP model.5th Sep 1923Box 61a \ 1  scan0183
Modifications to the Goshawk 11 dipping head lights and operating gear.8th Sep 1923Box 61a \ 1  scan0184
Request to reduce the torque of a twisting spring on an engine foot countershaft.21th Sep 1923Box 61a \ 1  scan0185
Fitment and modification of dipping headlamps on a 20 HP car.21th Sep 1923Box 61a \ 1  scan0186
Sending two sets of Rapson Dipping Head-light fittings to the Stores for despatch.28th Sep 1923Box 61a \ 1  scan0187
Delay of revised dipping headlamps for a 20 HP All-Weather, instructing to fit fixed lights temporarily.8th Sep 1923Box 61a \ 1  scan0188
Development of an in-house dipping headlight system for the 20 HP model.13th Oct 1923Box 61a \ 1  scan0189
Issues with the Barker headlamp dipping scheme and requesting information on a new system seen on Mr. Royce's car.19th Oct 1923Box 61a \ 1  scan0190
Modifications and standardisation of dipping headlights for the 20 HP chassis.10th Oct 1923Box 61a \ 1  scan0191
Letter concerning unreceived nickel-plated headlight fittings from Messrs. Rapson.6th Dec 1923Box 61a \ 1  scan0192
Receiving and fitting dipping head lights from Messrs. Lucas onto a car for examination.28th Dec 1923Box 61a \ 1  scan0193
Letter concerning missing Nickel Plated Rods for Rapson Dipping Headlight Fittings.28th Dec 1923Box 61a \ 1  scan0194
Letter from Rapson Tyre & Jack Co. Ltd. regarding missing nickel-plated rods for 'Dipping' Headlight Fittings.21th Dec 1923Box 61a \ 1  scan0195
The inability to trace Rapson dipping headlight fittings, recommending the cost be charged to the Experimental Department.29th Dec 1923Box 61a \ 1  scan0196
Proposing a 20 HP car be sent to London for examination and approval of its dipping headlights.30th Jan 1924Box 61a \ 1  scan0197
The testing and improvement of dipping headlights for the 20 HP model.1st Jan 1924Box 61a \ 1  scan0198
Potential to make dipping headlamps standard on the Goshawk model.9th Feb 1924Box 61a \ 1  scan0199
Comparing the effect of R.R. and Barker dipping headlights on a 20 HP car.12th Feb 1924Box 61a \ 1  scan0200
Design and performance of a dipping headlight mechanism.9th Feb 1924Box 61a \ 1  scan0201
Extract from a sales visit report discussing criticisms and modifications for dipping headlights.12th Feb 1924Box 61a \ 1  scan0202
Optimal angle for dipping headlights, comparing the Barker scheme with tests on Lucas lamps.14th Feb 1924Box 61a \ 1  scan0203
Dipping angle of headlights for the 20 HP and Goshawk models, referencing the 40/50 HP.2nd Feb 1924Box 61a \ 1  scan0204
The design specifics for dipping head lights, including the fork tube and spring mechanism.2nd Feb 1924Box 61a \ 1  scan0205
To Mr. Chatwin regarding a damaged Lucas side lamp to be returned to the manufacturer for repair.27th Mar 1924Box 61a \ 1  scan0206
Design of dipping headlights, noting criticisms of a previous model and suggesting improvements.4th Jun 1924Box 61a \ 1  scan0207
Design options and preferences for dipping headlights for model EAC.2, referencing a previous Goshawk design.20th Jun 1924Box 61a \ 1  scan0208
Sending a car fitted with new type dipping headlights to London for sales examination.2nd Jul 1924Box 61a \ 1  scan0209
Request for a sample of the latest dipping headlamp design for standardisation purposes.2nd Jul 1924Box 61a \ 1  scan0210
Confirmation of a wire regarding sending a Goshawk with specific lamps and cabling.4th Jul 1924Box 61a \ 1  scan0211
Inability to fit a Goshawk car with 25° dipping headlamps as requested by Sales.1st Jul 1924Box 61a \ 1  scan0212
Requested modifications for dipping head lights on a 20 HP chassis.4th Jul 1924Box 61a \ 1  scan0213
Fitting of dipping headlights to 20 HP cars.7th Jul 1924Box 61a \ 1  scan0214
Requesting an update on the design for Goshawk dipping headlamps.10th Jul 1924Box 61a \ 1  scan0215
Secret memorandum discussing modifications to the front end of a car, specifically the dipping head lights.18th Jul 1924Box 61a \ 1  scan0216
Alteration or refitting of dipping headlamps on car 4-GII.21th Jul 1924Box 61a \ 1  scan0217
Short memo regarding the fixing and sending of dipping head lights.24th Jul 1924Box 61a \ 1  scan0218
Secret memorandum concerning the design and fittings for a new model's bonnet and dashboard.15th Sep 1924Box 61a \ 1  scan0219
Secret memo regarding the design and fitting of dipping headlamps for Mr Royce's new car.9th May 1925Box 61a \ 1  scan0220
Sending a damaged Lucas tail lamp for a 40/50 HP vehicle to the stores for repair.18th Jul 1925Box 61a \ 1  scan0221
The return of a Lucas rear lamp to the makers for repair.7th Sep 1925Box 61a \ 1  scan0222
The return of a Lucas tail lamp to the makers for repair.28th Nov 1925Box 61a \ 1  scan0223
Requesting the exchange of incorrect double-pole tail lamp bulb holders for single-pole ones.11th Jan 1926Box 61a \ 1  scan0224
Instructing the return of tail lamps to Messrs. Lucas for repair.12th Jan 1926Box 61a \ 1  scan0225
Sheet metal wing stays and fixed headlamps for chassis EAC.8.2nd Feb 1926Box 61a \ 1  scan0226
Requesting the return of two Lucas Tail lamps to the manufacturer for repair.11th Feb 1926Box 61a \ 1  scan0227
Instruction to Messrs. Lucas to carry out repairs on tail lamps.18th Feb 1926Box 61a \ 1  scan0228
Tail lamp being sent to stores for return to Messrs. Lucas for repair.20th Feb 1926Box 61a \ 1  scan0229
Returning incorrect double-pole lamp holders to the supplier, Lucas, and requesting single-pole replacements.2nd Feb 1926Box 61a \ 1  scan0230
Return of a Lucas Tail Lamp to the maker for repair.20th Jan 1926Box 61a \ 1  scan0231
Instructions for returning two Lucas Double-pole Lamp Holders to the manufacturer for replacement.24th Feb 1926Box 61a \ 1  scan0232
Correspondence regarding the return of incorrect lamp holders to J. Lucas Limited and receiving replacement adaptors.3rd Mar 1926Box 61a \ 1  scan0233
Letter from Flexible Lamps Ltd. regarding their 'Rubbolite' unbreakable rubber tail lamps.20th Mar 1926Box 61a \ 1  scan0234
Requesting a Lucas tail lamp be returned to the makers for repair of a single pole lamp holder.21th Jun 1926Box 61a \ 1  scan0235
Quality and superiority of continental Carl Zeiss headlamps over English Lucas lamps.23th Jul 1926Box 61a \ 1  scan0236
Improved sample lamp from Flexible Lamps Ltd, comparing its finish and price to a Lucas lamp.1st Aug 1926Box 61a \ 1  scan0237
Letter to Lucas Electrical Co. Ltd. about the benefits and operation of double filament headlamp bulbs.23th Aug 1926Box 61a \ 1  scan0238
Page two of a letter discussing the search for more powerful headlamps for the 40/50 car.25th Aug 1926Box 61a \ 1  scan0239
Letter from Joseph Lucas Limited discussing the performance of double filament headlamp bulbs.25th Aug 1926Box 61a \ 1  scan0240
Letter from Joseph Lucas Ltd. discussing headlamp bulb technology and test results.25th Aug 1926Box 61a \ 1  scan0241
Letter from Joseph Lucas Ltd. discussing the exterior shape and size of a lamp casing.25th Aug 1926Box 61a \ 1  scan0242
Letter to supplier J. Lucas Ltd. giving feedback and requirements for a new headlamp design.30th Aug 1926Box 61a \ 1  scan0243
Authorizing the acquisition of a pair of Carl Zeiss headlamps for a 10-EX Phantom-Barker sports car.30th Aug 1926Box 61a \ 1  scan0244
Letter to J. Lucas Ltd. regarding the design and features of a new headlamp.30th Aug 1926Box 61a \ 1  scan0245
Extract suggesting the Phantom (10-EX) would be a good car to fit with Zeiss headlamps.23th Sep 1926Box 61a \ 1  scan0246
Confidential memo regarding Sheffield Simplex dipping lamps and their application to a standard Phantom.1st Oct 1926Box 61a \ 1  scan0247
Letter to Sheffield-Simplex Ltd requesting a set of dipping lamps for testing on a Phantom car.5th Oct 1926Box 61a \ 1  scan0248
Seeking clarification on the term 'paper shanks', believed to be 'taper shanks', in relation to dipping headlights.11th Oct 1926Box 61a \ 1  scan0249
Letter to Sheffield-Simplex Ltd requesting the supply of standard dipping headlamp fittings for a 40/50 Phantom chassis.12th Oct 1926Box 61a \ 1  scan0250
Letter from The Sheffield Simplex Company regarding the dispatch of a set of Automatic Dipping Headlight fittings for a 'New Phantom' chassis.13th Oct 1926Box 61a \ 1  scan0251


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