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).
Confirmation memo regarding fitting dual ignition systems to Kestrel XIV, XV, and XVI engines.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 10\3\ 03-page074 | |
| Date | 29th August 1935 | |
| DGP/R.{Sir Henry Royce} WH./JW. KESTREL XIV. XV. & XVI. ENGINES. FITTING OF DUAL IGNITION. With reference to the conversation Mr. Harvey had with you today, we beg to confirm that provided the necessary modifications can be incorporated in time we will deliver Kestrel XIV, XV and XVI engines fitted with dual ignition. The modifications necessary consist of a new design of camshaft and wheelcase, the provision of two magnetos and drives and the necessary alteration to the induction system to accommodate the second magneto. As regards the cost of these modifications, we regret that we are not yet in a position to give a definite price for the engine so modified, but we are going into this matter and will advise you at a very early date. Yours faithfully, for ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. (Sgd) A.F. SIDGREAVES DIRECTOR. | ||