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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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Adapting an oil pump relief valve for the Goshawk 11 engine to reduce noise.23th Sep 1921Box 77 \ 1  scan0167
Two design options for the Goshawk II oil pump casing.26th Oct 1921Box 77 \ 1  scan0168
Modifications to the Goshawk 11 oil pump drive lubrication system.11th Nov 1921Box 77 \ 1  scan0169
Redesigns for the Goshawk 11 Dynamo Drive, oil pump, and solutions for various oil leaks as per Mr. Royce's instructions.14th Dec 1921Box 77 \ 1  scan0170
Issues with brakes, water loss, oil filtration, and over-oiling on the Goshawk 11 chassis.12th Jan 1922Box 77 \ 1  scan0171
Experiments with clutch materials, comparing Ferodo bonded asbestos with the original Ferobestos.12th Jan 1922Box 77 \ 1  scan0172
Investigation into engine gear rattles on the Goshawk 11, identifying the camshaft as the cause and proposing improved oiling as a solution.1st Sep 1922Box 77 \ 1  scan0173
Concerning a customer's report on the difficulty of accessing an oil pump.26th Sep 1923Box 77 \ 1  scan0174
Despatch of an oil pump from a 20 HP car for bearing wear examination after a 10,000-mile test.8th Nov 1923Box 77 \ 1  scan0175
The despatch of a 20 HP oil pump to Mr. Royce.8th Nov 1923Box 77 \ 1  scan0176
Damage to a Goshawk oil pump and proposing design and material improvements.12th Nov 1923Box 77 \ 1  scan0177
Wear on a Goshawk oil pump, attributing it to emery in the oil and proposing design modifications.12th Nov 1923Box 77 \ 1  scan0178
Wear on Goshawk oil pump gears for the 20HP chassis and proposed experiments.22th Nov 1923Box 77 \ 1  scan0179
New lubrication scheme for the 20 HP chassis oil pump.21th May 1924Box 77 \ 1  scan0180
Letter from W.B. Dick & Co. Limited regarding the analysis and supply of superior, but expensive, aeroplane engine oils.7th Sep 1917Box 77 \ 2  scan0001
Letter from W.B. Dick & Company regarding samples of aeroplane oil sent for testing on a 250 HP Engine.7th Sep 1917Box 77 \ 2  scan0002
Analysis of light and heavy aeroplane engine oils, detailing their physical properties.7th Sep 1917Box 77 \ 2  scan0003
Letter from an oil supplier clarifying the composition of an oil sample, distinguishing it from 'Castrol' and confirming it contains no castor oil.13th Sep 1917Box 77 \ 2  scan0004
The testing of two types of aeroplane engine oil in an Eagle engine.17th Sep 1917Box 77 \ 2  scan0005
Letter from an oil supplier regarding a sample of Aeroplane Engine Oils sent for testing.3rd Oct 1917Box 77 \ 2  scan0006
Letter to W.B. Dick & Co., Ltd. regarding a delay in testing two drums of oil.5th Oct 1917Box 77 \ 2  scan0007
Letter from an oil supplier regarding samples of Light and Heavy Aeroplane oil sent for testing.15th Nov 1917Box 77 \ 2  scan0008
Closing section of a letter from W. B. Dick & Company, Limited's General Lubricating Department.15th Feb 1922Box 77 \ 2  scan0009
Letter from W.B. Dick & Company arranging a visit to discuss Aeroplane Engine Oil.1st Mar 1918Box 77 \ 2  scan0010
Letter from an oil refiner regarding upcoming 100-hour trials of their Aeroplane Engine Oil.6th Mar 1918Box 77 \ 2  scan0011
Letter from W.B. Dick & Company, Limited offering to send barrels for testing.23th Apr 1918Box 77 \ 2  scan0012
Letter from W. B. Dick & Co. Ltd. to arrange a meeting to discuss the lubrication of Aero Engines.23th Apr 1918Box 77 \ 2  scan0013
Engine oil properties, lubrication, and the benefits of adding fatty oil to mineral oil for aeroplane engines.23th Apr 1918Box 77 \ 2  scan0014
Letter discussing the benefits of a specific mineral oil for engine lubrication.24th Apr 1918Box 77 \ 2  scan0015
Letter confirming an agreement to send two barrels of I.L.O. S.L.P. oil for engine tests.24th Apr 1918Box 77 \ 2  scan0016
Letter from W. B. Dick & Company Ltd regarding the dispatch of two barrels of oil for testing.26th Apr 1918Box 77 \ 2  scan0017
Letter from W. B. Dick & Company Ltd following up on the progress of an oil test.15th May 1918Box 77 \ 2  scan0018
Letter to W.B. Dick & Co. Ltd. regarding the commencement of oil tests.17th May 1918Box 77 \ 2  scan0019
Letter regarding the commencement of oil tests and a request to be present for the completion.22th May 1918Box 77 \ 2  scan0020
Letter to W.B. Dick Ltd. updating on the satisfactory progress of tests on S.L.P. Oil.6th Jun 1918Box 77 \ 2  scan0021
Letter from W. B. Dick & Company regarding the satisfactory performance of L.S.P. oil and upcoming test results.7th Jun 1918Box 77 \ 2  scan0022
Letter from an oil supplier regarding test results and the setting point of an Aeroplane Oil.6th Aug 1918Box 77 \ 2  scan0023
Letter from W. B. Dick & Company regarding the search for a replacement for Castor Oil.27th Aug 1918Box 77 \ 2  scan0024
Letter to Mr. Hives arranging travel from London to Derby for a meeting.27th Aug 1918Box 77 \ 2  scan0025
Report and laboratory tests on Dick's S.L.P. Oil submitted by W.B. Dick & Co.28th Aug 1918Box 77 \ 2  scan0026
Power and endurance test results for Falcon and Eagle engines comparing S.L.P. and Castrol oils.28th Aug 1918Box 77 \ 2  scan0027
Letter from an oil supplier discussing a modified formulation for Aero Oil to prevent carbonisation and gumming of rings.31th Aug 1918Box 77 \ 2  scan0028
Letter from W. B. Dick & Company Limited regarding the superior lubricating properties of an extra fatty oil compared to Castrol.29th Aug 1918Box 77 \ 2  scan0029
Supply of 3 barrels of S.L.P. I.L.O. aero oil for the Experimental Department.29th Aug 1918Box 77 \ 2  scan0030
Letter advising of the completion of a satisfactory final report on Ilo H.S. Aeroplane Oil trials against Pharmaceutical Castor oil.22th Oct 1918Box 77 \ 2  scan0031
Letter requesting passes for engine tests at Felixstowe and reports on various aero engines and oils.31th Oct 1918Box 77 \ 2  scan0032
Letter from W.B. Dick & Co. regarding an Air Ministry report on their Ilo H.S. Aeroplane Oil and requesting an opinion.7th Nov 1918Box 77 \ 2  scan0033
Letter from the Ministry of Munitions of War enclosing four booklets and a report on Salmson engines.12th Nov 1918Box 77 \ 2  scan0034
Dicks' Lubricating Oils, discussing specific types for Aero and car engines and requesting samples for testing.31th Dec 1918Box 77 \ 2  scan0035
Arranging for the testing of a barrel of specially prepared Aero engine oil from W.B. Dick & Co Ltd.31th Dec 1918Box 77 \ 2  scan0036
Testing of a new barrel of motor car engine oil from W.B. Dick & Co. Ltd.31th Dec 1918Box 77 \ 2  scan0037
Test report on Dicks 'Ilo.H.S.' oil in a Viper engine on an S.E.5a aircraft.9th Oct 1918Box 77 \ 2  scan0038
Engine test results log for an 80-minute duration test, detailing temperatures, oil pressure, and RPM.9th Oct 1918Box 77 \ 2  scan0039
Requesting a report on the performance of motor car engine oil supplied by W.D. Dick & Co.28th Feb 1919Box 77 \ 2  scan0040
Letter from W. B. Dick & Co. Ltd. to E. Hives regarding the testing of motor oil and aero oil.28th Feb 1919Box 77 \ 2  scan0041
Letter from W.B. Dick & Co. Ltd. proposing a specific engine lubricant containing 25% Lard Oil for testing.23th Sep 1919Box 77 \ 2  scan0042
Letter from W. B. Dick & Company regarding the trial of their engine and gear oils.23th Sep 1919Box 77 \ 2  scan0043
Specifications for 'ILO' RR Motor Oil and 'ILO' S.H. Gear Oil.25th Sep 1919Box 77 \ 2  scan0044
Comparing a lubricating oil from W.B. Dick & Co. with Castrol and Prices' oils based on price and composition.25th Sep 1919Box 77 \ 2  scan0045
Letter from W.B. Dick & Co Ltd recommending a specific engine lubricant blend for evaluation.23th Sep 1919Box 77 \ 2  scan0046
Letter from W.B. Dick & Co. Ltd. proposing a trial of their gear oil.23th Sep 1919Box 77 \ 2  scan0047
Specifications for 'ILO' R.R. Motor Oil and 'ILO' S.H. Gear Oil.1st May 1919Box 77 \ 2  scan0048
Laboratory tests of Prices' Motorine 'C' & Gas Engine Oil, with a comparison to Castrol and Vacuum oils.1st May 1919Box 77 \ 2  scan0049
Conclusion of an oil analysis, finding certain oils unsuitable substitutes for Castrol R in aero engines.26th Sep 1919Box 77 \ 2  scan0050
Letter from an oil supplier confirming the dispatch of motor and gear oil for testing.26th Sep 1919Box 77 \ 2  scan0051
Offer for engine lubricating oil, addressing concerns about customer availability and the use of lard oil.29th Sep 1919Box 77 \ 2  scan0052
Engine oil recommendations, comparing brands and types for performance and engine wear.29th Sep 1919Box 77 \ 2  scan0053
Letter from an oil supplier regarding product distribution arrangements and sending personal well wishes.5th Dec 1919Box 77 \ 2  scan0054
Letter from W.B. Dick & Company Ltd. regarding a trial of their motor oil and a request to specify it for the R.R. Car.30th Mar 1920Box 77 \ 2  scan0055
Letter from W.B. Dick & Company Ltd. to Mr. Hives regarding tests on Ilo R.R. Motor Oil.6th Jul 1920Box 77 \ 2  scan0056
The satisfactory testing of Dick's Oil for use in engines.25th Jun 1920Box 77 \ 2  scan0057
Requesting a sample of Glandoline grease to evaluate its effectiveness in Condor engine pump glands.5th May 1921Box 77 \ 2  scan0058
Letter to Messrs. Sterns Ltd. requesting a sample and price for 'Glandoline' Grease.10th May 1921Box 77 \ 2  scan0059
Letter from Sterns Ltd. offering discounts on their 'Glandoline' petroleum product.11th May 1921Box 77 \ 2  scan0060
Letter to Sterns Limited requesting a sample of 'Clandoline' lubricant for testing.13th May 1921Box 77 \ 2  scan0061
Letter from Sterns Ltd. about forwarding a 4 oz. inspection sample of Glandoline Lubricant.14th May 1921Box 77 \ 2  scan0062
Informational leaflet for Glandoline packing lubricant, including usage instructions and steam data.14th May 1921Box 77 \ 2  scan0063
Advertisement leaflet for 'Glandoline', an acidless paste lubricant.18th May 1921Box 77 \ 2  scan0064
Internal order office note regarding a sample of 'Glandoline' sent to the Order Office.18th May 1921Box 77 \ 2  scan0065
Follow-up letter from Sterns Ltd. regarding an offer for a product named Glandoline.23th May 1921Box 77 \ 2  scan0066
Proposal from Sterns Ltd. to supply lubricants for a chassis being overhauled.12th Dec 1923Box 77 \ 2  scan0067
Letter from Sterns Limited promoting their STERNOL RR and AMBROLEUM lubricants for Rolls-Royce cars.6th Dec 1923Box 77 \ 2  scan0068
The consideration of changing oil suppliers and testing Sterns Ltd. oil for potential inclusion as an alternative.20th Dec 1923Box 77 \ 2  scan0069
Concerning a draft letter and lubricant testing with Sterns Limited.18th Dec 1923Box 77 \ 2  scan0070
Letter declining a lubricant supplier's proposal due to existing standardized arrangements after extensive testing.18th Dec 1923Box 77 \ 2  scan0071
Letter from Sterns Ltd. acknowledging receipt of communication from the Experimental Dept.23th Jun 1926Box 77 \ 2  scan0072
Letter from Sterns Ltd. detailing the cold test results of Sternol WW oils and their global availability.5th Jul 1926Box 77 \ 2  scan0073
Page 2 of a letter from petroleum products refiner, Sterns Ltd.14th Jul 1926Box 77 \ 2  scan0074
Letter to Sterns Ltd. regarding oil recommendations and requesting a list of stockists on the Riviera.14th Jul 1926Box 77 \ 2  scan0075
Letter from Sterns Ltd. apologising for a delay in replying about stockists on the Riviera.23th Jul 1926Box 77 \ 2  scan0076
Drawing for a 'Goshawk II' oil level indicator.14th Mar 1921Box 77 \ 2  scan0077
Modifications to the Goshawk II engine's oil piping and oil pump relief valve.24th Mar 1921Box 77 \ 2  scan0078
Sketch and notes regarding camshaft lubrication, banjo connection, and oil pipe to rockers.24th Mar 1921Box 77 \ 2  scan0079
Blueprints for the Oil Piping and Oil Pipe Relief Valve for the Goshawk 11.30th Mar 1921Box 77 \ 2  scan0080
Design note about moving the rear axle oil filler to a more accessible external location on the 20 HP model.1st Oct 1921Box 77 \ 2  scan0081
Over-oiling on the Goshawk 11 engine, detailing drawing updates for an improved baffle and a lengthened piston skirt.10th Nov 1921Box 77 \ 2  scan0082
The overload specifications for the Goshawk 11 instrument board oil gauge.21th Mar 1922Box 77 \ 2  scan0083
Further development for the 40/50 oil level indicator.19th Jul 1923Box 77 \ 2  scan0084
Instruction regarding a spring on the foot brake pedal for double rear brakes, with handwritten notes clarifying the situation.15th Oct 1913Box 77 \ 2  scan0085
Copy of meeting minutes discussing pedal clearance issues with a heavier flywheel and proposed solutions.12th Jan 1912Box 77 \ 2  scan0086


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