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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).
Design position report detailing the status of modifications and investigations for Goshawk, Vulture, and Merlin engines.

Identifier  ExFiles\Box 30\4\  Scan044
Date  7th November 1935
  
(9) DESIGN POSITION.
ITEM.

GOSHAWK 'B' ENGINE. - CONTINUED:
Application of Farman two speed supercharger drive. In hand
Mod. to existing cylinder head for alternative pipes. Completed 2.11.35.

VULTURE ENGINE.
Investigation of connecting rods. Completed.
" " crankcase and cylinder constructions. In hand.
" " engine mounting framework. In hand.

MERLIN 'C'.
Reduction gear oil drain. Completed 29.10.35.
Detachable coolant pipe, carburetter to pump. " 7.11.35.
Water outlet pipes for front header tank - addition of lips. " 2.11.35.
  
  


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