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).
Outlining the design and procurement plan for engine components from outside suppliers.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 109\3\ scan0011 | |
| Date | 23th July 1940 | |
| 1030 To Rm.{William Robotham - Chief Engineer} Jnr.{Charles L. Jenner}1/JH.23.7.40. [Struck through text: Myth Engine. Rm.{William Robotham - Chief Engineer}5/Dn.20.7.40.] In six weeks I can issue designs for all the large pattern details, but before their release we have to find from outside suppliers a 10 H.P. dynamo (swing mounting) " " bypass filter. " " petrol pump (camshaft driven) " " starter motor. " " carburetter. Valve gear, piston and connection rods will follow afterwards. I want to spend some time on these parts, comb over them and be fastidious. P.T.O. | ||