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).
Urgent requirements and status for a single-cylinder Bentley engine project.
Identifier | ExFiles\Box 133\2\ scan0075 | |
Date | 3rd August 1934 | |
To. Hs{Lord Ernest Hives - Chair}/Rm.{William Robotham - Chief Engineer} x4706 3-8-34 re. Single Cylinder Bentley. Modified Tappets & Rockers (LE C 4048). This scheme is urgently required for tests on power + air consumption on the Ramp head, with large exhaust valve + short lift duration. (Handwritten note: CSC.28. Issued 4/8/34) Ramp Head N°2. (LE C 3871) This head is urgently required for tests on plug position & increased turbulence. (Handwritten note: CSC-13. EB1616. Issued. Inst's 11/6) Motoring Tackle. This is ready for rigging up when millwrights can spare labour to fit same. WB{Mr Brazier/Mr Bell} | ||