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 to the S.U. Carburetter Co. regarding criticism of the appearance of their carburettors.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 31\4\ Scan191 | |
| Date | 5th July 1932 | |
| X1487 Ha/Rm.{William Robotham - Chief Engineer}1/AD. July 5th, 1932. The S.U. Carburetter Co,Ltd. East Works, Bordesley Green Rd. Adderley Park, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Skinner. Dear Mr. Skinner, We keep getting criticised for the appearance of some of the S.U. carburetters we fit on our cars. We have a good looking set for the 40/50 which we bring out when we want to demonstrate them to anyone and we wonder whether it would be possible to get the same finish on the 1 1/4" model you are going to send us for our small engine. If you could possibly beautify this carburetter we should be very much obliged. We think it would be a good idea if you quoted us a price for this carburetter and we will pass you an official order as our obligations to you are getting rather heavy for my shoulders to bear. Yours faithfully, FOR ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. | ||