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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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Test results and performance graph for a Watford Magneto Type EW6.16th Aug 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0086
Comparative test report on the performance of Watford and Lucas magnetos at various speeds.27th Jul 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0087
Offer from Messrs. North & Sons for a modified E.W.6 Magneto.7th Sep 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0088
Specifications and differences of new sleeveless Watford magnetos, models 99171 and 99802.7th Sep 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0089
Magneto performance tests, detailing sparking, circuit characteristics, and comparisons.7th Sep 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0090
The performance, silence, and cost-effectiveness of new machines, likely magnetos, compared to standard sleeve types.13th Jun 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0091
Letter discussing bench test results and potential modifications for sleeveless magnetos to reduce noise.8th Sep 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0092
Letter discussing preliminary chassis tests and the subsequent decision on magnetos.9th Sep 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0093
Test report on a Watford Sleeveless Magneto, No.99802, which developed a knocking noise but functioned well as a sparking machine.9th Sep 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0094
Faults found during the testing of Watford sleeveless magnetos.9th Sep 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0095
Offer from Messrs. North & Sons for a modified E.W.6 Magneto.7th Sep 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0096
Returning a faulty magneto, No. 99802, for correction due to a knocking noise.10th Sep 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0097
Unsatisfactory performance of new sleeveless Watford magnetos and a proposal for a cheaper, modified version.10th Sep 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0098
Price comparison of different magneto types for the 40/50 HP chassis.10th Sep 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0099
Letter detailing the results of preliminary tests on two type EW6 sleeveless magnetos.10th Sep 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0100
Test report on a magneto that developed a knocking noise during a 40-mile run.10th Sep 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0101
Test results and feedback on the EW6 Sleeveless Type of Watford Magneto.10th Sep 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0102
Letter from North & Sons, Ltd. acknowledging receipt of two letters for the attention of Mr. E. Fowler-Clark.12th Sep 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0103
Performance and faults of the Watford Sleeveless EW.6 magneto and the potential for a production order.12th Sep 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0104
Comparison of Watford Sleeveless magnetos against Lucas and other brands.13th Sep 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0105
The return of Watford magnetos from Messrs. Norths.6th Oct 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0106
Letter from North & Sons, Ltd. proposing a visit to discuss modifications to a magneto.25th Oct 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0107
Confirming the handover of a Watford sleeveless magneto, part number 99802.31th Oct 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0108
Urgent request for a tester's report on an EW.6 magneto following a faulty replacement, to enable a requisition for six more units.11th Nov 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0109
Tests and modifications for knocking noise in Watford EW6 magnetos.2nd Nov 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0110
Performance and noise tests of a Watford Sleeveless Magneto Type EW6.7th Nov 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0111
Continued memorandum discussing machine improvements, noise reduction, and standardisation.7th Nov 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0112
Requesting an order be placed with North & Sons Ltd. for new sleeveless Watford magnetos for testing.8th Nov 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0113
Letter to a supplier regarding the standardization and future supply of magnetos for the Phantom engine.8th Nov 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0114
Requesting further information on a standardisation sheet for a new Watford Sleeveless Type EW.6 Magneto.11th Nov 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0115
Letter from Messrs. North & Sons regarding a new magneto model and standardization efforts.11th Nov 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0116
Letter from North & Sons Ltd. concerning the supply and production of magnetos.10th Nov 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0117
Production and testing of the sleeveless type Watford Magneto E.W.6, highlighting ongoing issues and a 25% rejection rate.12th Nov 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0118
The Watford Sleeveless Magneto type EW6.14th Nov 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0119
Performance of existing Sleeveless Type EW6 Watford Magnetos and requesting a new one for a 10,000-mile test.21th Nov 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0120
Electrical experimental record sheet for a Watford Sleeveless magneto, number 98201, type EW6.19th Apr 1926Box 65 \ 3  scan0121
The delivery arrangements for two new Sleeveless Type E.W.6 Watford Magnetos.22th Nov 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0122
Requesting a Watford EW6 sleeveless magneto for a 10,000-mile test on a Phantom chassis.25th Nov 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0123
Letter to Messrs. North & Sons Ltd. concerning a comparative road test of experimental magneto cams.30th Nov 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0124
Letter discussing a magneto experiment to investigate mechanical noisiness caused by different cams.2nd Dec 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0125
Letter from North & Sons, Ltd. regarding the production and delivery schedule for experimental cams for E.W.6. Magnetos.2nd Dec 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0126
Letter from North & Sons, Ltd. regarding the production and delivery of experimental cams for magnetos.2nd Dec 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0127
Letter from North & Sons Ltd regarding experiments on cam shapes and their effect on noise in contact breakers.8th Nov 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0128
Standardisation of a chassis part, specifically the Watford Sleeveless Type EW6 Magneto.8th Nov 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0129
Standardisation form for chassis parts detailing implementation and costs.12th Nov 1919Box 65 \ 3  scan0130
The provision of a new Watford EW6 magneto for testing on car 14-EX.8th Dec 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0131
The production approval of the new Watford EW.6 magneto and arrangements for its use in the F.2 series.9th Dec 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0132
Instructions for modifying lubrication for Watford EW6 magnetos.12th Dec 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0133
The return of a faulty Watford EW6 magneto for correction.12th Dec 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0134
Letter to North & Sons Ltd. discussing performance issues with various magnetos, including noise, armature rubbing, and cam tests.12th Dec 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0135
Letter regarding unsatisfactory EW6 magnetos, with a later note about a noisy machine and receipt of a further magneto.12th Dec 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0136
Lubrication instructions for Watford Type EW6 magnetos.12th Dec 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0137
Investigation into reducing the make and break noise of a Watford EW6 Magneto using modified cams.13th Dec 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0138
The causes of noise in contact breakers and magnetos, referencing experiments by Messrs. North.13th Dec 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0139
Note on a slack contact breaker lever in magnetos and a planned 10,000 mile test.13th Dec 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0140
Letter to Messrs. North & Sons Ltd. concerning tests and noise issues on an EW6 magneto.13th Dec 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0141
Report discussing a knocking issue and the electrical performance of EW6 machines, suggesting a larger air gap.14th Dec 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0142
Cover note attaching a report to Messrs. North & Sons regarding noise reduction on the Watford EW6 Magneto.14th Dec 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0143
Letter from North & Sons, Ltd. regarding magneto specifications, cam angles, and clearances.16th Dec 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0144
Sending a Watford EW6 magneto for testing on a test chassis.20th Dec 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0145
Letter to Messrs. North & Sons Ltd. regarding the noise testing of two type EW6 magnetos.20th Dec 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0146
Incorrectly marked magneto rotor that nearly caused a serious accident during testing.21th Dec 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0147
Letter from North & Sons, Ltd. regarding the modification of E.W.6 Magnetos, specifically the cam design.22th Dec 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0148
Continuation sheet of a letter from North & Sons Ltd concerning special magneto cams.29th Dec 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0149
Letter from North & Sons Ltd. regarding the examination and testing of Magneto No. 100081.29th Dec 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0150
Letter to North & Sons Ltd. clarifying specifications for EW6 chassis type magnetos, focusing on the period and instant of break.4th Jan 1927Box 65 \ 3  scan0151
Letter clarifying that the angle of break may vary considerably depending on the wear of the fibre heel.5th Jan 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0152
Issues with incorrectly marked Watford EW6 magneto rotors.5th Jan 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0153
Follow-up memo requesting the results of testing a Watford EW6 Magneto on a chassis.9th Jan 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0154
Requesting confirmation regarding the supply of the E.W.6 Magneto and the settlement of points with Messrs. North & Sons.9th Jan 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0155
Returned rotor arm for a Watford E.W.6 Magneto and a query about fitting a marked wheel.10th Jan 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0156
Letter from North & Sons Ltd concerning a marking error on Magneto No.100081.9th Jan 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0157
Letter from North & Sons Ltd. clarifying alterations to magneto distributor and rotor arms.11th Jan 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0158
Issues with a Watford EW6 magneto, including rotor phenomena and incorrect markings.11th Jan 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0159
Testing of a Watford EW.6 Magneto, found satisfactory apart from a noisy make and break.11th Jan 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0160
Performance issues and proposed testing for a new type of Watford EW6 magneto.18th Jan 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0161
Form recording the design and performance details of a magneto under test.18th Jan 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0162
Specification sheet detailing primary point gap, contact breaker timing, and automatic advance characteristics.18th Jan 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0163
Table of distributor dimensions with columns for relative and absolute (in inches) values.18th Jan 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0164
Test results including Endurance, Short/Open circuit checks, and data for a volt-speed curve.18th Jan 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0165
Test results including a closed circuit primary ampere-speed curve and sparking characteristics.18th Jan 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0166
Test results page detailing secondary milliamps, primary point gap, and contact breaker timing.18th Jan 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0167
Page detailing remarks on the operational silence of a magneto and a tangential force measurement.18th Jan 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0168
Clarifying that a specific Watford EW6 Magneto was for electrical testing only and correcting a number given in error.18th Jan 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0169
Fitting a tested Watford EW6 magneto to vehicle 15-EX for a 10,000-mile test.19th Jan 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0170
Test results and modification suggestions for a Watford EW6 magneto which failed on leaky gap performance.19th Jan 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0171
Instructions regarding magneto performance, timing, and primary gap variation.20th Jan 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0172
Telegram received by telephone confirming the dispatch of six B.W.6 magnetos.20th Jan 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0173
Letter from North & Sons Limited regarding work on an EW6 Magneto, No. 100082.20th Jan 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0174
Communication from North & Sons Ltd about the early E.W.6 Magneto No.99171.23th Jan 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0175
Letter from North & Sons Ltd. detailing the findings of a fault in an EW6 Magneto.19th Jan 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0176
Letter to a supplier regarding an unexpected design change on EW.6. Type Magnetos.31th Jan 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0177
Handing over two Watford EW.6 magnetos for a noise test.2nd Feb 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0178
Tentative specification and initial test results for the Watford Type EW6 magneto for the Phantom chassis.3rd Feb 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0179
Production inspection and test specification for a Watford Type EW6 Magneto.4th Jan 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0180
Page 2 of test procedures for electrical components like magnetos and circuits.4th Jan 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0181
Page of a magneto testing procedure detailing sparking speeds and meshing checks.2nd Feb 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0182
Faults with the ignition hand control and magneto, with suggestions for improvements.2nd Feb 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0183
The testing of four EW6 magnetos and the causes of the noise they produced.3rd Mar 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0184
Production inspection and test log for a Watford Type EW6 Magneto.3rd Feb 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0185


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