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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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Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the ignition layout and a new bracket design for a Bentley.19th Dec 1935Box 61b \ 2  scan0291
Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. requesting details of a patent related to screened ignition.19th Dec 1935Box 61b \ 2  scan0292
Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding issues found with their distributors after testing and requesting a meeting.21th Dec 1935Box 61b \ 2  scan0293
Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. proposing dates for a meeting to discuss the Delco Ignition.27th Dec 1935Box 61b \ 2  scan0294
Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. arranging a convenient date for a visit.29th Dec 1935Box 61b \ 2  scan0295
Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. concerning the dispatch and modification of a distributor, condenser, and timing lever.4th Jan 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0296
Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt, Ltd. discussing the technical details of a distributor, including an automatic advance curve.4th Jan 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0297
Invoice from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. for ignition distributors on loan.4th Jan 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0298
Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the dispatch and modifications of a distributor, condenser, and timing lever.4th Jan 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0299
Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt discussing the specifics of a distributor component.12th Jan 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0300
Invoice from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd for three British made ignition distributors provided on loan.12th Jan 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0301
Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. requesting modifications to three distributors for a Bentley engine.7th Jan 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0302
Testing and suggested improvements for Phantom III ignition wires and distributors.10th Jan 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0303
Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding distributor curves and a request for a replacement gear.11th Jan 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0304
Request to post a small tooth drive adaptor for a Bentley chassis ignition distributor to Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd.13th Jan 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0305
Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the despatch of modified and rebuilt distributors.17th Jan 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0306
Proposal to fit a 'Phantom III' type distribution board to future Bentley chassis, with a list of required parts and modifications.17th Jan 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0307
Letter to Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the testing of three distributors and requesting a cost for a quantity of 200.20th Jan 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0308
Letter from British Insulated Cables Ltd. confirming the dispatch of a High Tension Cable Sheath.21th Jan 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0309
Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding a quotation for distributors.23th Jan 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0310
The Phantom III Ignition Wires and Distributor, referencing spring pieces.24th Jan 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0311
New British Delco-Remy distributor being tested on a Bentley chassis.24th Jan 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0312
Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. confirming the supply of 100% British-made Delco-Remy Ignition Distributor Equipment.3rd Feb 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0313
Request to adapt new driving gears for Lucas's Delco Remy distributors on an ignition endurance rig.5th Feb 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0314
Letter to Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding a failure of a contact breaker lever.5th Feb 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0315
Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the supply, testing, and fault diagnosis of circuit breakers.11th Feb 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0316
Page two of a letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. discussing a design issue and potential Bentley business.12th Feb 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0317
Replacement parts for the Phantom III Ignition Distributor to allow for micrometer adjustment.12th Feb 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0318
The timing of Delco-Remy distributors for a Bentley engine.17th Feb 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0319
The maximum variation and fitting of the distributor tower.17th Feb 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0320
Letter to Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the alteration of a Delco Distributor.25th Feb 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0321
The despatch of a Delco-Remy Distributor for alteration.25th Feb 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0322
Blueprint graph of the ignition governor advance curve for a Bentley Delco-Remy system.9th Dec 1970Box 61b \ 2  scan0323
Order for a replacement ignition HT rotor and an ignition condenser for a Delco-Remy distributor.1st Feb 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0324
Instruction regarding the fitting of Phantom III type distributor boards on Bentley cars.2nd Apr 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0325
Design issue with the PH.III Distributor assembly and repair, and suggesting a potential re-design.2nd Apr 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0326
Temporary modifications for the 'EXE' engine's ignition system to house a larger ballast resistance.4th Apr 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0327
Coil ignition scheme for the Merlin 'F' engine, including blueprints for screening components.18th Apr 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0328
Requesting three sets of ignition distributor parts for testing on 25/30 HP and Bentley models.21th Apr 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0329
Requesting electrical modifications for a Phantom III car belonging to E.R. Hall.29th Apr 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0330
Library notification memo listing three N.A.C.A. reports on fuel injection and combustion.4th May 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0331
Requesting arrangements for an automatic advance governor for the B-21 Hall's unit.14th May 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0332
Letter discussing tests on distributors and an invitation to demonstrate large sparking plug gaps.14th May 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0333
Requesting an adaptor to be made to drawing EL. 298 for a Pegrine distributor head.16th May 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0334
Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding tests on wide plug gaps.16th May 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0335
Request to supply a spare ignition distributor for Mr. E.R. Hall's car, B-35-AE, with a modified governor.18th May 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0336
Request for a complete ignition distributor to be used as a spare for Mr. E.R. Hall's car.18th May 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0337
Request to send a modified battery ignition distributor tower to France for experimental tests.22th May 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0338
Internal order request for a D.C. motor for a Magneto and Distributor Test Rig.28th May 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0339
Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the alteration of two Bentley distributors.6th Jun 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0340
Arranging the despatch of two Delco Remy distributors for slight alteration.8th Jun 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0341
Letter to Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the return of a distributor and governor for modification.22th Jun 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0342
Requesting the dispatch of a Delco Remy Distributor to Delco Remy & Hyatt Ltd. for governor alterations.23th Jun 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0343
Instructions for Phantom III ignition distributor contact point adjustment.26th Jun 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0344
Recurring failure in distributor rotors made of bakerlite, suggesting a design modification.2nd Jul 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0345
Recurring failures and breakdowns caused by distributor rotors.2nd Jul 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0346
Arranging the return of a Delco Remy distributor to the manufacturer for examination.6th Jul 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0347
Failures in distributor rotors and proposed remedies.6th Jul 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0348
Request from Dubilier Condenser Co. for details on the Phantom Model distributor to fit radio interference suppressors.13th Jul 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0349
Letter to Dubilier Condenser Co. Ltd. regarding the distributor on a Ph.III chassis, attaching a relevant drawing.29th Jul 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0350
Return and alteration of two Delco Remy distributors.31th Jul 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0351
Notification regarding drawing LeC.5229, detailing modifications to the Phantom III Distributor's earthing springs and end play adjustment.12th Aug 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0352
Bench endurance test for wear on the cam spindle of a Phantom III ignition governor.14th Aug 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0353
Request to place an order for a motor for an 'Exe' Engine Distributor Test Rig.1st Aug 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0354
The motor field current for the 'Exe' Engine Distributor Test Rig.18th Aug 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0355
Letter to The Mallory Electric Corporation requesting a quote for new ignition distributors and coils.20th Aug 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0356
The dispatch of a blueprint for a Distributor Diagram.24th Aug 1936Box 61b \ 2  scan0357
Extract from a meeting discussing the necessity of a starting device for Chassis 1836.21th Dec 1911Box 61b \ 3  scan0001
Minutes of a meeting concerning the Christensen Self Starter.30th Dec 1911Box 61b \ 3  scan0002
Agreement to build an experimental set at a nominal cost and whether to pay a license fee.6th Jan 1912Box 61b \ 3  scan0003
Advising against fitting a self-starter to a customer's car, stating it is an unnecessary complication.6th Jan 1912Box 61b \ 3  scan0004
Departmental memo regarding advice given to a customer about a self-starter.9th Jan 1912Box 61b \ 3  scan0005
Letter to Mr. Nadin discussing a proposed self-starter design, its workability and disadvantages, for Mr. Royce's consideration.19th Feb 1912Box 61b \ 3  scan0006
Page two of a typed memorandum discussing disadvantages of a scheme before presenting it to Mr. Royce.7th Sep 1912Box 61b \ 3  scan0007
Article from 'THE AUTOCAR' discussing and comparing various self-starting systems, with a focus on the acetylene or explosion starter.7th Sep 1912Box 61b \ 3  scan0008
Article from 'The Autocar' magazine about the combined electric starting, lighting, and ignition systems, particularly the Delco system used on Cadillac cars.19th Oct 1912Box 61b \ 3  scan0009
Press cutting describing the White electric starter and generator system.11th Nov 1913Box 61b \ 3  scan0010
The testing and evaluation of an American-made electrical self-starter.25th Nov 1913Box 61b \ 3  scan0011
Discussion about fitting a Scott Self Starter to a car.6th Dec 1913Box 61b \ 3  scan0012
Starter gear mechanisms, voltage regulation, and its application to an experimental vehicle.6th Dec 1913Box 61b \ 3  scan0013
Chain dimensions, a trial starter from 'the Scott people', and driven sprocket details.19th Feb 1920Box 61b \ 3  scan0014
Specifications of a Lucas Engine Starter observed on a Daimler vehicle.20th Jan 1914Box 61b \ 3  scan0015
Critiquing a drawing of a Lucas Self-Starter and suggesting a Westinghouse alternative.24th Feb 1914Box 61b \ 3  scan0016
Demonstrations of self-starters, dynamos, and lighting systems by the Bijur and Rushmore firms.24th Feb 1914Box 61b \ 3  scan0017
Comparison of Bijur and Rushmore battery and dynamo sets regarding weight, voltage, efficiency, and safety.24th Feb 1914Box 61b \ 3  scan0018
Extract discussing options for electrical self-starters, including dynamos, armatures, and brush materials.29th May 1914Box 61b \ 3  scan0019
Visit from a Bijur representative regarding a starter scheme and potential manufacture.29th May 1914Box 61b \ 3  scan0020
Starter scheme, referencing the Bijur traveller and Mercedes' adoption of the system.9th Jun 1914Box 61b \ 3  scan0021
Table of performance data showing Amps, Volts, Horsepower, and Efficiency.7th Apr 1915Box 61b \ 3  scan0022
Table of performance data showing revolutions, amperage, voltage, horsepower, and efficiency.9th Nov 1914Box 61b \ 3  scan0023
Letter confirming specifications for starting motors and discussing delays in testing arrangements.12th Apr 1915Box 61b \ 3  scan0024
Performance graph for a starter motor, plotting efficiency, voltage, amperage, horsepower, and torque against RPM.28th Dec 1914Box 61b \ 3  scan0025
Extract detailing the fitting of 6-volt electric self-starters and advocating for the creation of an electrical department.18th Aug 1916Box 61b \ 3  scan0026
Directive regarding changes to car manufacture, specifically the air pump location and instrument board layout.18th Aug 1916Box 61b \ 3  scan0027
Agreement on fitting cars with electric self-starters and a Lucas 'King of the Road' dynamo.18th Aug 1916Box 61b \ 3  scan0028
Extract regarding the need to fit primers on all engines, based on experience with chassis 7CA.10th Jul 1917Box 61b \ 3  scan0029
Modifying the battery ignition system for cars equipped with self-starters, including considerations for voltage and timing.10th Jul 1917Box 61b \ 3  scan0030
Condenser positioning and capacity to reduce spark and preserve platinum contact points, with a note on post-war electric self-starters.10th Jul 1917Box 61b \ 3  scan0031
Continued page of a document discussing synchronised trembler ignition.10th Jul 1917Box 61b \ 3  scan0032
Issues and modifications to the clutch and valve mechanism on the 'After The War' chassis.9th Sep 1917Box 61b \ 3  scan0033


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