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).
Weight analysis comparing the chassis electrical system of a Bentley car to a Humber car.
Identifier | ExFiles\Box 126\2\ scan0185 | |
Date | 23th August 1939 | |
1069 Write By re wiring headlamps & coil. To Rm.{William Robotham - Chief Engineer} c. Da.{Bernard Day - Chassis Design} c. Rm{William Robotham - Chief Engineer}/NRG. BY.4/B.23.8.39. WEIGHT ANALYSIS : HUMBER CAR. Rm.{William Robotham - Chief Engineer}9/R.1.8.39. CHASSIS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - 24 lbs. heavier than Humber. I have had an analysis made of the weights of various components, but find that the weights quoted for the Bentley V.{VIENNA} were actually Bentley III., and in many cases, a saving has been made. Furthermore, this analysis does not include Driving Shafts and Wheels or Housings for electrical components. We fit certain parts which are extra, such as Rev. Counter and Spare Coil, etc., and these account for nearly 5 lbs. additional weight. The actual increase in the units themselves, is roughly 9 lbs. The analysis is attached herewith. BY.{R.W. Bailey - Chief Engineer} | ||