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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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Order for one dozen 12 volt 48 watt S.C.C. Vee filament headlamp bulbs from the Ediswan Co.13th Feb 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0225
Not to test new Zeiss headlamps on specific car models to avoid complicating sales approval for their revised appearance.13th Feb 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0226
Cover letter regarding Bentley headlamps, forwarding a copy of a letter addressed to Lucas, Birmingham.13th Feb 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0227
Letter to a supplier regarding disappointment with a new pattern of Bentley headlamps.13th Feb 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0228
Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. regarding the dipping mechanism of Bentley headlamps.15th Feb 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0229
Letter from Carl Zeiss (London) Ltd regarding the supply and pricing of Zeseaps 250 fog headlamps.17th Feb 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0230
The replacement of inefficient headlamps on a Bentley trials car, chassis B-25-AE.17th Feb 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0231
Request for a copy of the French Car Lighting Regulations, specifically for tail lamps and headlamps.17th Feb 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0232
Query regarding a discussion with Lucas Ltd. about using clear bulbs and plain glass fronts for headlamps.20th Feb 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0233
Planned visit to Lucas to discuss points raised about headlamps.21th Feb 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0234
Clarifying French vehicle lighting regulations from the 'Code de la Route' for cars.23th Feb 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0235
Letter to Mr. Neill of Joseph Lucas Ltd. regarding the postponement of a visit.24th Feb 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0236
Letter from Joseph Lucas Limited to H.E. West arranging a meeting.24th Feb 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0237
Rescheduling a visit to the company Lucas regarding headlamps.28th Feb 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0238
Electrical resistance required for dimming side and tail lamps.7th Mar 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0239
Internal memorandum discussing experiments on a reduced side lamp illumination system for parking, detailing its impracticality.8th Mar 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0240
Reduced side lamp illumination for parking and a request for blueprints of instrument board schemes.9th Mar 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0241
Investigation into the use of frosted versus clear glass bulbs in R.R. & Bentley headlamps.9th Mar 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0242
Development and testing of headlamps and fog lamps, including bulb types and modifications.9th Mar 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0243
Requesting the removal of an experimental headlamp from chassis 19G4 for dispatch to Messrs. Lucas.13th Mar 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0244
Effectiveness of P.100 headlamps with dipping reflectors versus a centre fog lamp.14th Mar 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0245
Scheme for the standardisation and placement of fog lamps on RR and Bentley cars.14th Mar 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0246
Internal order request for two green-sprayed Ediswan Gasfilled lamps.15th Mar 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0247
Provision of fog lamps and the positioning of horns on cars.16th Mar 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0248
Proposed headlamp dipping scheme for R.R. & Bentley vehicles.16th Mar 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0249
Alternative dipping patterns for R-R and Bentley headlamps to improve illumination and reduce dazzle.20th Mar 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0250
Authorising a covering order, referencing an attached memo about Lucas Lamps.22th Mar 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0251
Design disadvantages of fitting large P.100 Lucas headlamps to a Bentley.27th Mar 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0252
Request for particulars and prices of the Marchal Codintegral fog lamp.29th Mar 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0253
Discussion with Lucas about Bentley and P.100 headlamps.29th Mar 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0254
Mounting, optical features, and streamlining of Bentley headlamps.29th Mar 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0255
Standardisation of Lucas combined stop and tail lamps for both Bentley and Rolls-Royce cars.6th Apr 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0256
Requesting the procurement of a pair of Lucas lights for illuminating the interior of the bonnet.11th Apr 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0257
Order for four small Lucas bonnet lamps for illuminating under the bonnet.12th Apr 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0258
Internal order request for Head Lamp Bulbs and Inspection Lamp Bulbs.12th Apr 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0259
Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. regarding the testing of a Bentley Stop and Tail Lamp and Experimental Headlamps.18th Apr 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0260
Letter discussing requested modifications to P.100 and 20/25 HP headlamps.28th Apr 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0261
The standardisation of Lucas P.100 headlamps on all Bentley cars and related modifications.28th Apr 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0262
Letter from Joseph Lucas Limited acknowledging receipt of correspondence and advising of a colleague's absence.26th Apr 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0263
Declining interest in the 'Safelight' Motor Lamp as it is covered by the new Lucas fog lamp.28th Apr 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0264
Communication with Messrs. Lucas about Bentley Headlamps.30th Apr 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0265
Fitting P.100 headlamps on the Bentley chassis, noting adjustments needed for the horns.30th Apr 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0266
Supply and fitting of P.100 headlamps from Joseph Lucas for Bentley chassis.2nd May 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0267
Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. concerning the excessive weight of P.100 headlamps for the Bentley chassis.8th May 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0268
Methods for steadying the front lamp bracket pillars to counteract frame twisting.8th May 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0269
Confirming arrangements for fitting P.100 headlamps to a Bentley car.8th May 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0270
Fitting P.100 headlamps and horns to a specific Bentley chassis.9th May 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0271
Confirmation of an arrangement to send a pair of P.100 headlamps for a car.10th May 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0272
Letter from Joseph Lucas Limited acknowledging a query about the weight of P.100 headlamps compared to the Marchal 'Strilux' pattern.10th May 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0273
Letter from Siemens Electric Lamps and Supplies Ltd requesting verification of motor bulb details and enclosing a leaflet.18th May 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0274
List of Siemens electric lamps suitable for various cars and commercial vehicles.17th May 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0275
The positioning of horns for P.100 headlamps on a Bentley to allow space for badges and to lower their height.17th May 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0276
Modified bracket design to lower the horns on a Bentley.18th May 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0277
Incorrect fitting and type of horns on a Bentley car and the plan for their replacement.18th May 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0278
Request to order specific models of dash-board lamps and a switch from the supplier D.H. Bonnella & sons.18th May 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0279
Letter to Siemens Electric Lamps & Supplies Ltd. correcting their recommendation for automobile lamp wattage.23th May 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0280
Follow-up memo regarding P.100 Bentley headlamps and correspondence with Messrs. Joseph Lucas.23th May 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0281
Correspondence with supplier Messrs. Lucas regarding the potential weight reduction of P.100 headlamps for Bentley vehicles.24th May 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0282
Obtaining samples of under bonnet lamps from various suppliers.25th May 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0283
Tests to eliminate excessive headlamp vibration on Bentley chassis B-23-AE and 3-B-IV.25th May 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0284
Various methods of fitting and bracing lamp pillars to reduce movement and vibration.25th May 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0285
Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. requesting various lamps for a 10,000-mile test on an experimental Bentley chassis.25th May 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0286
Order for two festoon dash lamps from Messrs. Lucas Ltd.25th May 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0287
Letter from Siemens Electric Lamps confirming an adjustment for automobile lamps on Phantom and 20/25 HP models.26th May 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0288
Order for P.100 Headlamp glasses.31th May 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0289
Request to place an order with Messrs. Lucas for a pair of standard 20/25 headlamps.1st Jan 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0290
Sending a pair of dented Lucas Standard 20/25 chassis headlamps to the Stores for rectification and updates.1st Jan 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0291
Development of new lightened P.100 headlamps for a Bentley chassis with Messrs. Lucas Works.15th Jun 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0292
Testing of lightened P.100 headlamps and a complaint about horns for the Bentley Chassis.18th Jun 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0293
Order request for P.100 headlamps from Messrs. J. Lucas for chassis 5.B.IV.19th Jun 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0294
Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. regarding the new experimental P.100 headlamp and testing a Lucas H.F. horn.19th Jun 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0295
Modified wiring for P.100 lamps on three 10,000-mile test cars.22th Jun 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0296
Replacement of headlamps on car 28-EX and modification of the removed set for chassis 5.B.IV.22th Jun 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0297
Order for one pair of Lucas P.100 headlamps for a Spectre chassis.22th Jun 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0298
P.100 headlamps received from Messrs. Lucas without the requested internal wiring modifications.25th Jun 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0299
The modification of P.100 headlamps from chassis 28-EX.25th Jun 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0300
Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. regarding incorrect wiring and reflector oscillation issues with headlamps.25th Jun 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0301
Letter from Stadium Ltd. arranging for their representative, Mr. Hewett, to visit.27th Jun 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0302
Letter to Stadium, Limited requesting a meeting to discuss an issue with a recently supplied Dash Lamp.26th Jun 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0303
Return of a pair of 20/25 type Lucas headlamps for modification.28th Jun 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0304
Letter from Joseph Lucas Limited concerning issues with lamps for the 20/25 HP Chassis.28th Jun 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0305
Letter from Joseph Lucas Limited responding to complaints about lamp reflector dithering and dipper units.28th Jun 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0306
The return of incorrect P.100 headlamp glasses to Messrs. J. Lucas Ltd.30th Jun 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0307
Letter from Stadium Ltd. concerning alterations and improvements to the model 236 Dash Lamp.2nd Jul 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0308
The modification of faulty headlamps from an experimental chassis.4th Jul 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0309
Letter from Stadium Ltd. arranging a visit to present a special sample for approval.16th Jul 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0310
Request to Joseph Lucas Ltd. for missing spring clips for L.130 headlamps on a racing Bentley.17th Jul 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0311
Letter from Joseph Lucas Limited regarding the supply of headlamp parts for Mr. E.R. Hall's racing Bentley.18th Jul 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0312
Proposing a modification to the tail lamp wiring for all chassis.19th Jul 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0313
Proposal to standardize tail lamp wiring on all chassis using a double adaptor on both the right and left sides.29th Jun 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0314
Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. regarding lamps for Mr. E.R. Hall's racing Bentley.19th Jul 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0315
Letter from Joseph Lucas Limited regarding the completion of a lamp for Mr. E.R. Hall's racing Bentley.20th Jul 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0316
Issues with headlamp dipping arrangements and a faulty speedometer.30th Jul 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0317
Follow-up letter to a supplier regarding faulty lamps and a promised replacement switchboard fitting.2nd Aug 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0318
Letter from Stadium Ltd. regarding an enquiry for Dash Lamps and the submission of drawings to their Bakelite Factory.7th Aug 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0319
Arranging for the headlamps on Mr. C.W. Nichol's Bentley to be changed to the P.100 type.7th Aug 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0320
Letter from D.G. Abbot-Anderson requesting the results of headlamp tests and their return.20th Aug 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0321
Informal note regarding sending a message via a third party as the sender has forgotten the recipient's initials.27th Aug 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0322
Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. confirming a visit to discuss lamps and ignition.27th Aug 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0323
Letter to D.G. Abbot-Anderson regarding the examination of a set of headlamps by Messrs. Lucas.28th Aug 1934Box 61a \ 2  scan0324


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