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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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Road and bench testing of experimental magnetos, detailing performance variations and starting issues.20th Jul 1929Box 65 \ 3  scan0386
The performance and endurance testing of magnetos, comparing EW6A, standard EW6, and R.Bosch models.20th Jul 1929Box 65 \ 3  scan0387
Trouble with platinum points on EW6 and EW6A magnetos and proposed solutions.22th Jul 1929Box 65 \ 3  scan0388
Letter to Messrs. North & Sons regarding the performance of type LW6A magnetos.22th Jul 1929Box 65 \ 3  scan0389
Confirming a Watford EW6 magneto is being sent to the Repair Dept. Stores to credit an order.26th Aug 1929Box 65 \ 3  scan0390
The status and allocation of four Watford EW6 magnetos for S.S. Production.26th Aug 1929Box 65 \ 3  scan0391
Condition and despatch of four Watford E.W.6. magnetos from the Experimental Department.29th Aug 1929Box 65 \ 3  scan0392
Letter to Messrs. North & Sons Ltd. regarding the lubrication frequency for the E.W.6 Magneto.10th Sep 1929Box 65 \ 3  scan0393
Discrepancy in timing markings for the E.W.6 magneto on S.S. chassis and suggesting an alteration.1st Sep 1929Box 65 \ 3  scan0394
Letter from North & Sons Ltd. concerning the lubrication of an E.W.6. Magneto and an instruction booklet alteration.11th Sep 1929Box 65 \ 3  scan0395
Confirming a change to the lubrication instructions for the E.W.6 Magneto.2nd Sep 1929Box 65 \ 3  scan0396
Query regarding the alteration of Watford Type EW6 magnetos for a U.S.A. model SS chassis.9th Sep 1929Box 65 \ 3  scan0397
Suggestion to convert three R.H. rotation Watford type EW.6 magnetos to suit S.S. chassis production.17th Oct 1929Box 65 \ 3  scan0398
Return of three R.H. rotation magnetos to be converted to standard L.H. rotation machines.21th Oct 1929Box 65 \ 3  scan0399
Requesting a report on the premature burning of platinum contact breaker points on magnetos.24th Oct 1929Box 65 \ 3  scan0400
Issue of platinum contact breaker points burning away on standard magnetos.24th Oct 1929Box 65 \ 3  scan0401
Customer complaint about prematurely burnt out contact breaker points on a standard magneto.28th Oct 1929Box 65 \ 3  scan0402
Response to an enquiry regarding the wear and lifespan of contact breaker points on standard magnetos.6th Nov 1929Box 65 \ 3  scan0403
Recurring failures of Watford magnetos on Phantom I & II cars.7th Nov 1929Box 65 \ 3  scan0404
The premature burning of platinum points in Watford E.W.6 magnetos on Phantom I & II cars.1st Nov 1929Box 65 \ 3  scan0405
Troubleshooting E.W.6 magnetos with the supplier, Messrs. North, including experiments with different contact breaker points.11th Nov 1929Box 65 \ 3  scan0406
Handling of a Watford EW6 magneto being sent to stores for overhaul.20th Nov 1929Box 65 \ 3  scan0407
Requesting the repair of a Watford EW6 magneto removed from chassis 18-EX due to a bad knock.10th Dec 1929Box 65 \ 3  scan0408
Instruction on issues with Watford EWB magnetos during endurance tests, recommending a switch to jump spark distributors.12th Dec 1929Box 65 \ 3  scan0409
Responding to a query about contact breaker points on Watford E.W.6 magnetos and suggesting room for improvement.30th Dec 1929Box 65 \ 3  scan0410
The failure of a magneto on chassis 1-WJ, including quotes from the manufacturer.20th Jun 1930Box 65 \ 3  scan0411
Magneto failure on trials car chassis no. 1-WJ.23th Jun 1930Box 65 \ 3  scan0412
Potential magneto failure on Chassis 1-WJ and criticising a previous unsatisfactory explanation.24th Jun 1930Box 65 \ 3  scan0413
Letter from a supplier discussing the function of a safety gap in a magneto and issues caused by excessive resistance.9th Jul 1930Box 65 \ 3  scan0414
Continuation sheet from North & Sons Ltd. discussing safety gap issues on Watford Magnetos.9th Jul 1930Box 65 \ 3  scan0415
Forwarding a letter from Messrs North & Sons regarding chassis 1 WJ.10th Jul 1930Box 65 \ 3  scan0416
Extract from G.W. Hancock's report on the condition of the magneto on vehicle 24-EX at 6,000 miles.20th Jul 1930Box 65 \ 3  scan0417
Extract from G.W. Hancock's report on the magneto condition of car 24-EX after 10,000 miles.15th Aug 1930Box 65 \ 3  scan0418
Internal request to order six Watford EW6 magneto distributor carbon brushes for experimental work.14th Jan 1930Box 65 \ 3  scan0419
Extract detailing cost options for a 40/50 HP Magneto, comparing Iridio Platinum Points with Tungsten Points.22th Jan 1930Box 65 \ 3  scan0420
Experimental use and standardization of tungsten points for 40/50 HP magnetos, type E.W.6.23th Jan 1930Box 65 \ 3  scan0421
Urgent dispatch of two magnetos, confirming one has been sent and the other will follow.1st Feb 1930Box 65 \ 3  scan0422
Production inspection and test log for a Watford Type SW6A Magneto.3rd Feb 1928Box 65 \ 3  scan0423
Confirmation of the return of a Watford E.W.6 magneto.6th Mar 1930Box 65 \ 3  scan0424
The overhaul of a Watford EW6 Magneto.3rd May 1930Box 65 \ 3  scan0425
Repairing two failed contact breakers from Watford EW6 magnetos by replacing the platinum points with tungsten.4th Oct 1930Box 65 \ 3  scan0426
Request for low-speed sparking figures for a specific Watford E.W.6 Magneto.4th Jan 1931Box 65 \ 3  scan0427
Investigation into a complaint about Watford EW6 magnetos causing starting difficulties and backward firing on a Phantom II engine.15th Jan 1931Box 65 \ 3  scan0428
Magneto performance and timing, noting it fails the low speed sparking specification.15th Jan 1931Box 65 \ 3  scan0429
Distributor dimensions and ignition timing calculations.15th Jan 1931Box 65 \ 3  scan0430
Page of suggestions regarding distributor timing to prevent the engine from running backwards.6th Jan 1931Box 65 \ 3  scan0431
Circumstances of engine back-running when starting the P.2 engine by hand on magneto ignition.6th Jan 1931Box 65 \ 3  scan0432
Engine backward running issues related to magneto and distributor timing.16th Jan 1931Box 65 \ 3  scan0433
Out-of-spec low-speed sparking on a Watford E.W.6 magneto, causing starting difficulties.7th Jan 1931Box 65 \ 3  scan0434
Letter concerning the return and timing issues of a Watford E.W.6. Magneto, including a tester's report on starting problems.19th Jan 1931Box 65 \ 3  scan0435
Page 2 of a letter to Messrs. North & Sons, Ltd. regarding engine starting issues and magneto testing.19th Jan 1930Box 65 \ 3  scan0436
Issues with magneto ignition on Phantom II cars, particularly its performance at slow cranking speeds.19th Jan 1931Box 65 \ 3  scan0437
Test results for a Watford E.W.6 Magneto, serial number 127221, for chassis number 27-EX.15th Jan 1931Box 65 \ 3  scan0438
Instruction to despatch a Watford E.W.6 Magneto to Messrs. North & Sons for modification.26th Jan 1931Box 65 \ 3  scan0439
Failed Watford EW6 Magneto to be returned to the makers for repair.31th Mar 1932Box 65 \ 3  scan0440
Secret memorandum regarding the weight of the crankcase and a request to investigate potential weight reduction.3rd Jun 1924Box 65 \ 4  scan0001
Secret memorandum detailing modifications to the EAC.2 crankcase to suit longer connecting rods.6th Mar 1924Box 65 \ 4  scan0002
Complaint about the weight of an E.A.C.II crankcase and proposing actions to investigate.5th Jun 1924Box 65 \ 4  scan0003
Modifying the crankcase to accommodate a larger ignition governor.16th Aug 1924Box 65 \ 4  scan0004
Secret memo regarding the design and testing of crankcase oil baffles to reduce oil consumption.29th Apr 1925Box 65 \ 4  scan0005
Solution for an oil leak at the rear end of EAC and 20 HP engines.27th Aug 1925Box 65 \ 4  scan0006
Use of shorter connecting rods on a lighter Phantom engine to reduce weight and crankcase height.2nd Feb 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0007
Modifications to the Lighter Phantom Engine's connecting rods.15th Apr 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0008
Oil flow measurements through bearings for car 67-TC.1st Jul 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0009
Sending drawings for the Phantom Sports Engine regarding the crankcase, cylinder blocks, and valve gear.1st Aug 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0010
Proposed modifications to the Sports Phantom engine's crankchamber and related components.19th Sep 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0011
Recurring crack in the Phantom engine crankcase during high-speed testing.24th Sep 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0012
Considering a single block design for new cylinder blocks to reduce the possibility of a potential issue.24th Sep 1929Box 65 \ 4  scan0013
Blueprint diagram illustrating the position of cracks in a Phantom crankcase.24th Sep 1929Box 65 \ 4  scan0014
Confirming the handover of sentinels for testing crankcase temperatures.26th Sep 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0015
Alterations to the Sports Phantom crankchamber design.1st Oct 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0016
Confirmation of a phone message from R. to Hs. about alterations required for a final sports car due to a broken crankchamber.10th Aug 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0017
Drawing LeC.2471 for the Sports Phantom oil strainer.1st Oct 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0018
Design revisions for the Sports Phantom wheelcase and gears.8th Oct 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0019
Implementing improvements for the Sports Phantom and the next 10,000 miles car.10th Aug 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0020
Scheme for the Sports Phantom's oil level indicator and lower half crankcase.11th Oct 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0021
Modification to the oil gallery pipe for the Sports Phantom crankchamber.10th Oct 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0022
Improvements for a sports car, including a new crankchamber and piston, for a 10,000-mile test in France.17th Oct 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0023
Modifications to the Sports Phantom crankchamber.9th Oct 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0024
Design modifications to the Phantom engine, focusing on lowering the chassis and relocating engine accessories.28th Oct 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0025
Revolution counter drive on the 10-EX model, suggesting a camshaft drive as an improvement.3rd Nov 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0026
Dimensional drawing for a revolution gauge casing.2nd Nov 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0027
Design changes for the oil relief unit, gallery pipe, and crankchamber, referencing drawing Lec. 2483.9th Nov 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0028
Engine suspension system for the Sports Phantom model.16th Nov 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0029
Design modifications for Sports Phantom main bearing caps.16th Nov 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0030
Revised design of the crankshaft and connecting rods for EAC.10 & 14 models.25th Nov 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0031
Casting in aluminium and bronze, focusing on achieving the strongest and lightest castings for crankchambers.1st Dec 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0032
Request to measure the Young's Modulus of Elasticity for various crankcase materials.29th Aug 1928Box 65 \ 4  scan0033
Standardisation report for a felt strip on the engine guard to prevent mud ingress.9th Feb 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0034
Proposal to increase the stiffness of the E.A.C. engine's front-end carrying tube by inserting an inner tube.25th Feb 1925Box 65 \ 4  scan0035
Revision of engine front bearer tubes, detailing a new drawing, stress reduction, and material choice.28th Feb 1925Box 65 \ 4  scan0036
Dispatch and testing of new double-tube engine bearers.3rd Mar 1925Box 65 \ 4  scan0037
Secret memo discussing three manufacturing schemes for the engine's front bearer tube, comparing cost and materials.1st Mar 1925Box 65 \ 4  scan0038
Particulars for engine bearer arms, including dimensions, material, and heat treatment.16th Mar 1925Box 65 \ 4  scan0039
Secret memo regarding particulars for Engine - Front Suspension Tubes.17th Mar 1925Box 65 \ 4  scan0040
The failure of a new front engine suspension design for the 98-NK car.20th Mar 1925Box 65 \ 4  scan0041
Telegram discussing a coupling failure, accepting fault and proposing design modifications.7th Apr 1925Box 65 \ 4  scan0042
Production difficulties with the load specification for a Torque Reaction Damper.9th Jun 1925Box 65 \ 4  scan0043
Urging a decision on Spring F.1456 for the Torque Reaction Damper to avoid production delays.11th Jun 1925Box 65 \ 4  scan0044
Test loading for EAC Torque Reaction Dampers, requesting testing to find the lowest allowable loading range.18th Jun 1925Box 65 \ 4  scan0045


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