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).
Letter discussing a water excluder modification for brake inefficiency and the effect of Ethyl on exhaust corrosion.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 88\1\ scan0219 | |
| Date | 12th December 1935 | |
| Exptl. Dept. Hs{Lord Ernest Hives - Chair}/Rm.{William Robotham - Chief Engineer}11/KW. 12th December,1935. H.{Arthur M. Hanbury - Head Complaints} Adkins Esq., Maintenance Manager, The Springfield Manufacturing Corp., Brewster Building, Long Island City, New York, U.S.A. Dear Mr. Adkins, I have had a talk with Swenson. Re his brake inefficiency after washing, we have developed a water excluder which fits on the front drums and carrier plate. It has proved itself to be thoroughly effective. The question is, whether it can easily be fitted away from the Works. I think you could probably manage it if you had the necessary parts, but have asked the Repair Dept. to let you know their experience and communicate with you. As a matter of fact, in Mr. Swenson's case I do not think he will be unduly alarmed if he does not get the modification carried out. We are inclined to agree with you that Ethyl increases the rate of corrosion of exhaust systems. I am asking Hd.{Mr Hayward/Mr Huddy} to reply to the last paragraph of your letter. Yours faithfully, FOR ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. | ||