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).
Stripping and repair report for Kestrel engine No. G/S/U No. 105, listing parts and time logs.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 10\5\ 05-page078 | |
| Date | 29th April 1924 | |
| 824 M.8/BZ 29.4.24 REPORT on STRIPPING of KESTREL ENGINE No. G/S/U No. 105 for REPAIR. Engine stripped for complete inspection, no defects being apparent. The following parts were damaged beyond repair. The parts listed below were sent to Tool Room for attention before re-issue. DAMAGED BEYOND REPAIR. Qty. Part No. Description 1 off 1961 Bearing for driving gear on Camshaft 1 off A.93 .............. no brand .......... 1 off A.11 .............. on crankpin............ PARTS REQUIRING ATTENTION. Qty. Part No. Description Action 1 off 34988A Main bearing stud Check 1 off 20917 Stud for oil filter casing Check 1 off 20485 Stud for oil pump ... 1 off E.S.1802 Bearing ... ENGINE BUILD HISTORY Hrs Mins Assembly 10 40 Test 8 05 -- -- 18 45 Erection 1 45 -- -- Total 20 30 STRIPPING TIMES Hrs Mins Engine 5 Cylinder Blocks 2 Reduction Gear 4 45 Crankshaft 3 Wheelcase & Mags 2 -- -- Total 17 15 The above papers are correct. Chief Inspector. | ||