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).
Introduction of the 14 tooth axle as a standard part, seeking a timeline for the change.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 12\2\ 02-page037 | |
| Date | 27th September 1928 | |
| [REDACTED] from Wor.{Arthur Wormald - General Works Manager} [REDACTED] " c to Hs.{Lord Ernest Hives - Chair} " [REDACTED] " [REDACTED] " X.7350 Wor{Arthur Wormald - General Works Manager}6/T.27.9.28. 14 Tooth Axles. Sales wish us to bring in the 14 tooth axle as standard as soon as possible, but without there being any scrap; R.{Sir Henry Royce} has also signified his agreement, therefore will you please arrange accordingly. We would like some idea when it is anticipated the 14 tooth axle will become standard, after existing axles have been used up. Wor.{Arthur Wormald - General Works Manager} | ||