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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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List of potential modifications and improvements for a trials car for the American market.1st Mar 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0040
The replacement of parts on the 2.EX 10,000 miles test car with improved versions.8th Mar 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0041
Extract concerning a report on American chassis parts and the decision to replace thermometers with thermostat controls.16th Mar 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0042
Laboratory analysis of a thermostat expanding reservoir's capacity and liquid composition.18th Mar 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0043
Analysis and test report on sylphon tubes used for thermostat control.23th Mar 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0044
Continuation page of a report discussing a variation in a valve fitting.23th Mar 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0045
Extract listing experimental parts fitted to 40/50 chassis.15th Apr 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0046
Suggesting the adoption of an india rubber water hose joint for the thermostat's water connections.19th Apr 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0047
Extract listing parts and modifications to be fitted to a car for West Wittering.19th Apr 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0048
The standardisation and urging the delivery of sylphon tubes for thermostat controls.21th Apr 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0049
Test report on a venturi flowmeter, measuring water flow at various engine revolutions.21th Apr 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0050
Water flow test results at various engine speeds, comparing performance with and without a thermostat.21th Apr 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0051
Order office note for a radiator thermometer with tubing for the Cambridge Scientific Instrument Company.22th Apr 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0052
The measurement of water flow through an engine with and without a thermostat fitted.23th Apr 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0053
On thermostat control for water temperature, confirming performance and requesting corrected drawings be sent to America.26th Apr 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0054
Delivery of thermostats for chassis water circulation.28th Apr 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0055
The standardisation of a 40/50 HP thermostat.12th May 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0056
The standardisation sheets for the 40/50 HP thermostat.17th May 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0057
Upcoming improvements and modifications for American-built cars.21th May 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0058
Proposed modification to the chassis top water connections involving the adoption of a thermostat control.22th May 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0059
Urgent need to standardise the thermostat control for water temperature.22th May 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0060
Standardisation of the chassis thermostat and the supply of Sylphon Tubes.27th May 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0061
Test results for thermostat performance with different diaphragm hole sizes.28th May 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0062
Standardization of the thermostat, its body, and associated pipe connections.2nd Jun 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0063
Tests on thermostat controls and bye-pass holes to prevent radiator freezing in cold climates.1st Jun 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0064
Continuation page of a report discussing engine temperature and the conditions for radiator freezing.8th Jun 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0065
Comparison of engine water heat-up times with different thermostat bye-pass settings.12th Jun 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0066
Letter chasing delivery of the Thermostat, which has reached the standardisation stage.12th Jun 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0067
Attaching a copy of a cable from Springfield concerning thermostats.17th Jun 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0068
Copy of a cablegram received from Springfield with decoded messages.14th Jun 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0069
Correct spanners for the shock absorber and thermostat nuts.18th Jun 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0070
Implementation of a new thermostat control and a new short brake lever.21th Jun 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0071
List of experimental parts fitted to Chassis 6.EX.22th Jun 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0072
The design of a pipe for the chassis thermostat, awaiting Mr. Royce's approval for a change from union nuts to rubber joints.23th Jun 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0073
Request for a cost estimate for fitting a thermostat.15th Jul 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0074
Questioning the reliability, cost, and implementation of a new thermostat for water temperature control.2nd Jul 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0075
Redesign and repositioning of the instrument board for Chassis 6.EX.17th Jul 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0076
Suitability of an American Foxborough Thermometer and its necessity when a thermostat is fitted.19th Jul 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0077
The necessity of a water temperature thermometer for preventing radiator freezing and boiling.19th Jul 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0078
Shipment of thermostats and a cancelled order of thermometers.23th Jul 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0079
The cancellation of thermometer fittings upon the standardization of the thermostat.3rd Aug 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0080
Risk of radiators freezing with thermostat control and the decision to fit them from chassis 1500.8th Aug 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0081
Raising concerns about introducing a new thermostat control for water temperature.2nd Jul 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0082
The completed standardisation sheet for a thermostat control for water temperature.11th Aug 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0083
Standardisation report for a thermostat control for water temperature.29th Jun 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0084
Thermostat control for water temperature, measuring water flow through an engine.23th Apr 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0085
Tests conducted on a thermostat, focusing on the bye-pass hole's role in preventing radiator freezing.1st Jun 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0086
Continued memo on engine temperatures and the conditions under which a radiator might freeze.6th Aug 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0087
Report on an attached letter from the American division.6th Aug 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0088
Letter regarding a potential thermostat design change and the resulting implications for existing materials and tooling.21th Jul 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0089
To Mr. Johnson discussing production delays, design change approvals, and requesting experimental reports.21th Jul 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0090
To Mr. Johnson regarding the process and importance of communicating and documenting design alterations and standardization sheets.1st Jun 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0091
Introduction of thermostat control, scrapping existing parts, and new brake lever drawings.1st Jun 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0092
Requesting inspection of thermostats received from America to ensure they match the drawings.23th Aug 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0093
Parts to be scrapped or transferred for the Thermostat Control on the 40/50 chassis 1251.25th Aug 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0094
Thermostats and thermometers for chassis to be produced in America.27th Aug 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0095
Fitting of thermostats versus thermometers, noting the unreliability of the latter.9th Sep 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0096
Telegram confirming thermometers are not to be a standard fitting when thermostats are used, to avoid extra complication.3rd Sep 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0097
Cable communications regarding incorrectly dimensioned sylphon thermostat parts and proposed alterations.4th Sep 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0098
Change in chassis number for the introduction of the thermostat on top water connections.7th Sep 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0099
The provision of optional thermometer fittings for thermostat engines.21th Sep 1928Box 78 \ 1  scan0100
Complications and advisability of fitting thermometers to engines with thermostats.22th Sep 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0101
Cost analysis for the addition of a thermostat to the water system.28th Sep 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0102
The cause of an engine thud as a loose front cylinder block and outlining planned works and parts delivery.14th Oct 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0103
Thermostat control of water circulation for the 40/50 HP, 'Buzzard', and 'Vulture' models.18th Oct 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0104
Testing a new model feature for winter conditions in various countries.18th Oct 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0105
Experimental car being prepared with new parts for winter testing in the U.S.A.4th Nov 1920Box 78 \ 1  scan0106
Standardisation of an Ignition Tube Bracket N.3794 for the 40/50 Chassis.4th Jan 1921Box 78 \ 1  scan0107
Thermostat settings and Sylphon Tube dimensions for the 40/50 Chassis.5th Jan 1921Box 78 \ 1  scan0108
The standardization of the bye-pass hole on the thermostat valve.26th Jan 1921Box 78 \ 1  scan0109
Failures in Cambridge Thermometers and a comparison with a superior Foxboro' Company instrument.1st Feb 1921Box 78 \ 1  scan0110
Fitting of a more reliable thermometer to operate radiator shutters.10th Feb 1921Box 78 \ 1  scan0111
The use of thermostats, radiator shutters, and anti-freeze in the U.S.A.2nd Feb 1921Box 78 \ 1  scan0112
Note on radiator shutter control to prevent alcohol loss, comparing with thermostat-operated shutters on American cars.2nd Feb 1921Box 78 \ 1  scan0113
Design and issues of the engine thermostat system and its bypass.15th Feb 1921Box 78 \ 1  scan0114
The design and placement of radiator louvres and shutters.15th Feb 1921Box 78 \ 1  scan0115
Standardisation of thermostat-operated shutters and the use of a thermometer.15th Feb 1921Box 78 \ 1  scan0116
Thermostats, attaching a letter from America for review and comment.15th Feb 1921Box 78 \ 1  scan0117
Letter discussing the inadvisability of using thermostats on the water circulation system due to issues with alcohol-based antifreeze.28th Jan 1921Box 78 \ 1  scan0118
To Mr. Claude Johnson discussing cold weather running issues such as alcohol loss, radiator freezing, and carburation problems.28th Jan 1921Box 78 \ 1  scan0119
Thermostat-controlled shutters and cooling systems, comparing American designs with a proposed company design.28th Jan 1921Box 78 \ 1  scan0120
Use of thermostats versus hand-operated shutters on radiators.2nd Feb 1921Box 78 \ 1  scan0121
Letter discussing thermostat-operated shutters, comparing systems on American cars like Hupmobile and Packard.3rd Mar 1921Box 78 \ 1  scan0122
The operation and comparison of different radiator shutter and thermostat systems.3rd Mar 1921Box 78 \ 1  scan0123
Radiator freezing issues and the proposal for an automatic shutter system.3rd Mar 1921Box 78 \ 1  scan0124
Letter from the American branch discussing thermostat shutters and oil pressure operated Galli-ators for existing cars.5th Mar 1921Box 78 \ 1  scan0125
Suggesting an experimental change to the thermostat's location to reduce hunting in the apparatus.1st Apr 1921Box 78 \ 1  scan0126
Fitting of thermostats to American cars and the differing preferences between the Derby and Springfield plants.25th Apr 1921Box 78 \ 1  scan0127
Criticisms from owners regarding the removal of thermometers from cars fitted with thermostat systems.24th Aug 1921Box 78 \ 1  scan0128
Standardisation of fitting Foxboro' thermometers due to customer demand and issues with the Cambridge model.9th Sep 1921Box 78 \ 1  scan0129
Customer requests for thermometers on cars with thermostats, suggesting standardizing the fitting with a Foxboro' Thermometer due to issues with the Cambridge model.9th Sep 1921Box 78 \ 1  scan0130
Customer requests to fit thermometers alongside thermostats and the reliability of different instrument manufacturers.12th Sep 1921Box 78 \ 1  scan0131
Investigations into car overheating issues in Switzerland, comparing different engine configurations and modifications.8th Oct 1921Box 78 \ 1  scan0132
Development and proposed adoption of thermostat-operated louvres over hand-operated ones for the 40/50 HP chassis.1st Dec 1921Box 78 \ 1  scan0133
Customer's letter about a thermostat bellows, discussing its performance, fuel consumption, and suggesting modifications.15th Apr 1923Box 78 \ 1  scan0134
Report detailing vehicle cooling system performance, fuel consumption, and temperature readings during extensive road tests.11th Aug 1931Box 78 \ 1  scan0135
Letter with a diagram explaining a shutter control mechanism.17th Apr 1929Box 78 \ 1  scan0136
Letter discussing a sheet of curves, the workmanship of a jet control mechanism, and an optimum touring speed.17th Apr 1929Box 78 \ 1  scan0137
Hand-drawn graph showing petrol consumption at varying speeds with different mixture settings.1st Nov 1926Box 78 \ 1  scan0138
Request for particulars of expenses incurred regarding the Wilmot Manufacturing Co. Thermostat Indicator.1st Nov 1926Box 78 \ 1  scan0139


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