Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | The widening of the Goshawk frame and track to accommodate 4-wheel brakes. | ||
| View original record | To CJ. from R. c. to BJ. PN. C. c. to H. BA. HS. c. to BY. X5380 R6/M25. 6. 24. RE. GOSHAWK FRAME AND WIDENING OF TRACK. X. 5380 X. 4565 X. 5940 In fitting 4-wheel brakes to this chassis it is… | ||
| scan0002 | Authorisation sheet No.2 for a necessary change to the anchorage of the 'India' model's frame under-truss. | ||
| View original record | X5380 Secret. [Illegible signatures] c. Hs. BYL/H. 7. 3. 25. AUTHORISATION SHEET NO.2. TO INTRODUCE A NECESSARY CHANGE INTO "INDIA" AT ONCE. In checking up to make sure that the parts we are fitting… | ||
| scan0003 | Design and details of a body subframe for India across several schemes. | ||
| View original record | ORIGINAL X5380 TO EV. FROM DA/EV. SECRET. DA/EV1/21.4.25. Copy to - Gd. WOR. HS. INDIA. re. BODY SUBFRAME. We send herewith N. scheme 1986/7/8 shewing details of the body subframe for India. Ingeneral… | ||
| scan0004 | Bumping test of an India chassis, investigating the failure of the rear dumb iron. | ||
| View original record | X5380 R.R. 403 (40 H) (SL 42 12-7-23). J.H., D. EXPERIMENTAL REPORT. COPIES TO: (R.CJ) BJ. WORX By E. Da. EP. PN OY. (RG) Expl. No. 4268 (crossed out) 5380 REF. Hsl/LG6.5.25. OBJECT OF TEST. Bumping… | ||
| scan0005 | Rear axle bumping test for a 20 HP 'India' chassis, detailing spring and dumb iron failures. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 493A (50H) (D.B. 175 25-9-24) J.H.D. EXPERIMENTAL REPORT. Expl. No. REF: Hs/LS/LG.6.5.25. 20 HP. 'INDIA' CHASSIS WITH WIDER TRACK - 56". Bumping rear axle. Drum r.p.m. 105. Cams 2". After running… | ||
| scan0006 | Urgent testing of body subframes on various chassis and car models. | ||
| View original record | X5380 To Hs. from DA/EV. DA/EV1/M10.6.25. c. to BY. C. RE. BODY SUBFRAMES - X.8380 X.8840 40/50 and 20 HP. X.5380 X.9770 X.4260 Thank you for your Hs2/LGS.6.25., re car 9-PK. This car is now at the… | ||
| scan0007 | Modifications to springs, side levers, sub-frames, and the status of gearbox production. | ||
| View original record | X5380 CJ. from Wor. R. from Wor. c. to BJ. BY. Hs. PRIVATE. Wor4/M10.6.25. X. 8770 X. 5770 X. 8380 X. 5380 X. 8310 With reference to your CJl/D4.6.25., the first question is 25% stronger springs than… | ||
| scan0008 | Timeline and requirements for introducing new chassis parts, such as side levers and gearcases, after a 10,000-mile trial. | ||
| View original record | contd :- -2- (A) After Mr. Royce and the Expl: Dept: are satisfied, when the 10,000 miles is completed and the standardisation sheet signed, that these alterations are suitable for manufacture, Works… | ||
| scan0009 | Cabriolet designs for an 'India' subframe and the reuse of a Landaulette body. | ||
| View original record | to [strikethrough] from EV. copy to [strikethrough] (Hs.) X5380 EV.2.13.6.25. RE "INDIA" SUBFRAMES. X.5380 [strikethrough]X 5830[/strikethrough] Re Hsl/LG11.6.25. of which you have a copy, we note… | ||
| scan0010 | Design modifications and feedback for the 'India' sub-frames. | ||
| View original record | to Hs from EV. X5380 EV1.13.6.25. RE "INDIA" SUB-FRAMES. We thank you for your By/C24/W11.6.25. and F. 53572 enclosed. In general the scheme seems to have worked out quite well and the only comment… | ||
| scan0011 | Stiffening of a body sub-frame joggle based on test results and forwarding a drawing. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. INDIA. K5380. TO BY. [Struck through] FROM DA/EV. DA/EVI/M16/6/25. Copy to HS. BODY SUB FRAME. (K5380) Whilst setting out the heelboard cross member, and as a result of tests made on the EAC.… | ||
| scan0012 | Secret memo agreeing to a suggestion to change the 'India' subframe on model GF-68 to the latest design. | ||
| View original record | X5380 To DA/EV. from Hs. c.c. to C. c.c. to LHS. S E C R E T. Hs4/LG17. 6. 25. 'INDIA' SUBFRAMES. We quite agree with EV's suggestion that the subframe now fitted to GF-68 should be changed to one of… | ||
| scan0013 | Despatch of a 20 HP subframe to Messrs. Barkers, intended for a Cabriolet body. | ||
| View original record | To DA/EV. from Hs. X5380 Hs5/LG6. 7.25. 20 HP. SUBFRAME. X5830 We have despatched to Messrs. Barkers the 20 HP. subframe. This is intended for a Cabriolet body. There was great difficulty in getting… | ||
| scan0014 | Goshawk sub-frame at Barkers, requesting parts to avoid work stoppage and suggesting chassis specifications. | ||
| View original record | X.5380 To Hs. from EV. c. to BY. EV3/18.7.25. RE. GOSHAWK SUB FRAME AT BARKERS. X.4260 X.5380 The body for this car has been allotted and the work is going ahead but we shall shortly be held up for… | ||
| scan0015 | Chassis modifications, body fittings, and test plans for various car models. | ||
| View original record | H.R. 498A (50 H) (D.D. 31, 12-6-25) J.H.D. EXPERIMENTAL REPORT. Handwritten: X5380 Expl. No. REF Hs8/LG11.9.25. Handwritten: H830 (crossed out) Handwritten: X5830 To DA/EV. from Hs. We have a 20 HP.… | ||
| scan0016 | Report disagreeing with a long chassis for the Sports car and recommending new wings and windscreen. | ||
| View original record | H.R. 493a (50 H) (D.D. 31, 12-6-25) J.H.D. EXPERIMENTAL REPORT. Expl. No. REF: Hs8/LG11.9.25. -2- car running before Sales receive the Riviera Sports car. We do not agree with the idea of a long type… | ||
| scan0017 | Letter to coachbuilders confirming modifications to a 20 HP chassis, including windscreen adjustments and revised rear wheel clearances. | ||
| View original record | Copy to Hs. X5380 "CAMACHA" WEST WITTERING. CHICHESTER. 25th. Sept. 1925. Messrs.Barker & Co., (Coachbuilders), Alaf Street, Latimer Rd., London W.11. FOR THE ATTENTION BY MAJOR C.F.DINGWALL. X.5380… | ||
| scan0018 | Telegram regarding a production delay for a Barkers India Sub frame, awaiting rubber suspension blocks. | ||
| View original record | To: Hives Roycar Derby Message: Barkers held up on India Sub frame awaiting rubber suspension blocks From: Evernden Office of Origin: Chichester Words: 15 Time handed in: 10-7 M Received: 10.50 M | ||
| scan0019 | Requesting an experiment to modify frame tie-bars as per Mr. Royce's wishes. | ||
| View original record | To BY. from DA. c. to Hs. X5380 DA1/M23.112.5. FRAME TIE-BARS. X. 8380 X. 5380 In accordance with Mr. Royce's wishes would you kindly make an experiment with tie-bars, in which the threads are .750"… | ||
| scan0020 | Expressing concerns and recommending further experiments on a chassis underframe design. | ||
| View original record | 45380 To CJ. from R. c. to CJ. BY. c. to DA. Hs. R1/M21.12.25. CHASSIS UNDERFRAME. X. 8380 X. 5380 Personally I do not know enough about this to be able to recommend our making them universally, and I… | ||
| scan0021 | Requesting the issuance of a standardization sheet for a 20 HP chassis frame. | ||
| View original record | X5380 Hs. BY2/H. 16.3.26. 20 HP. CHASSIS FRAME WITH JOGGLE 1" FURTHER BACK. I wrote to CJ. upon the completion of the standardization Sheet of the 40/50 HP. chassis frame with joggle 1" further back,… | ||
| scan0022 | Communication regarding the weight of a Barker patent cabriolet de ville subframe and the correct fitting of floorboards. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from DA/EV. c. to R+ CJ. X5380 DA/EV1/M20.3.26. 10-G-111 - NOW IN FRANCE. X.5840a. X5830(struck through) X5830 X.5380 X.5800 Referring to Hs4/LG17.3.26., item 7. regarding the body subframe,… | ||
| scan0023 | Standardisation of a chassis part, moving the frame joggle 1 inch further back to improve coachwork. | ||
| View original record | RR 755 (10H) (DB130 12-9-24) MS 301225 X.5380 COMPLETED 22.4.26. STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Date 18.3.26 Description of Parts: FRAME WITH JOGGLE 1" FURTHER BACK. Origin: To improve coachwork.… | ||
| scan0024 | Desirability of fitting subframes to the 40/50 and 20 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. To R. from BJ. c. to CWB. c. to Hs. c. to BY. SUBFRAMES FOR 40/50 AND 20 HP. It will be remembered that when we first considered the desirability of a sub-frame, the chief reasons were :- (a)… | ||
| scan0025 | Letter from Springfield to Derby acknowledging receipt of a Standardization Sheet for Frame X No.5380. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. [Handwritten Signature]: Mr Hives. [Handwritten]: X5380 Oy4-E-5726 May 7th, 1926. [Stamp]: BY 17 MAY 26 I [Stamp]: RECEIVED Rolls-Royce, Ltd., Derby,… | ||
| scan0026 | Request for a simple frame deflection and weight measurement on the Phantom and 20 HP models. | ||
| View original record | To ES. from DA. X5380 DA1/M19.7.26. FRAMES. X.8380 X.5380 In connection with coachwork it would be of interest to us to have a simple measurement on the Phantom and 20 HP. frames if you could find… | ||
| scan0027 | Frame deflection test and results for the New Phantom and 20 HP car models. | ||
| View original record | To DA. from Hs/Rm. X5380 Hs/Rm/LG23.8.26. FRAMES. L96380 Replying to DA1/M19.7.26. The frame was supported at the centre lines of the axles, and levelled up. A lifting Jack was placed under the… | ||
| scan0028 | The breakage of Phantom step irons, attributing the cause to rough roads and battery weight, with proposed solutions. | ||
| View original record | Hs. BY. DA. from R. c. to BJ. Wor. LHS. c. to RG. E. /5380 R3/M5.3.27. PHANTOM STEP IRONS. X. 8380 X. 5380 During this second season here, and on the 10,000 miles cars, the step-irons have broken. As… | ||
| scan0029 | Flexibility and fractures of step irons on 20 HP and 40/50 HP models, proposing stronger designs and battery placement solutions. | ||
| View original record | To R. from DA/EV. c. to BJ. Wor. Hs. C. BY. LHS. PN. SG. X5380 DA/EV2/M11.3.27. RE. STEP IRONS. X.8380 X.5380 X.7380 20 HP. The 20 HP. stepirons have always been considered by the coachbuilders to be… | ||
| scan0030 | Short internal memo confirming an action, typed over a carbon copy of another document. | ||
| View original record | Primary Text: HS.T/SGC c.c Mr. TOWLE 11.10.37 We will arrange for this. DA/EV. Faint Background Text (from carbon copy): Specifications have always been considered as a condition of supply, and the… | ||
| scan0031 | Proposed strengthened step iron for the 20 HP model. | ||
| View original record | X. 5380 To BY: from DA. c. to BJ. Hs. LHS. DA6/M25.3.27 20 HP. STEP IRONS. Herewith we send N.sch.2383 shewing the proposed strengthened step iron for the 20 HP. As in the case of the Phantom we have… | ||
| scan0032 | Lowering the chassis frame by using a smaller hypoid back axle bevel gear. | ||
| View original record | To DA. from R. c. to BJ. Hs. BY. 45380 R3/M6.5.27. LOWERING OF CHASSIS FRAME. X.3380 X.5380 X.7380 X.2066 It is quite evident that we must on any future chassis get the frame lower. To do this it is… | ||
| scan0033 | Proposed modifications to the new 20 HP chassis, including lowering it and using 19' wheels. | ||
| View original record | X5380 - To Hs. from DA. DA3/M 5.7.27. NEW 20 HP. CHASSIS. X.5770 X.5380 With reference to the new 20 HP. chassis which you are anxious to build up, it is proposed that we should attempt to get it… | ||
| scan0034 | The construction of new India chassis frames. | ||
| View original record | X5380 To BY. from DA. c. to BJ. Hs. DA2/M16.7.27. NEW. INDIA CHASSIS. X.5770 X.5380 Herewith we send N.sch.2433 - the frame for the new India chassis it is proposed to build up. It will be seen that… | ||
| scan0035 | Modifications to the frame for the 'India 3 and 4' chassis, referencing drawing numbers. | ||
| View original record | to WW from DA/EV. copy to Hs. [Handwritten left margin: Hs] [Stamped top right: ORIGINAL] [Handwritten top right: V5380] EV2/20.8.27. [Handwritten top right in box: V5380] RE FRAME FOR INDIA 3 and 4.… | ||
| scan0036 | The frame and engine components for the 'India 3' 20 HP trial car in France. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from R. c. to BJ. BY. X5380 R5/M5. 9. 27. X.5010 X.5840 X.5380 X.5310 INDIA 3. (NEXT 20 HP. FOR TRIAL IN FRANCE) We understand that the frame for this is in progress, and also the engine… | ||
| scan0037 | Examination of a Hooper Cabriolet de Ville experiencing rattles and knocks, focusing on incorrect subframe supports and floorboards. | ||
| View original record | Hs. BY. from DA/EV. c. to R. SG. X5380 DA/EV1/M7.9.27. RE. HOOPER CABRIOLET DE VILLE. X.5330 INDIA. X.5380 R. asked us to examine this car as he has experienced violent rattles and knocks emanating… | ||
| scan0038 | Continuation of instructions regarding the fitting of subframe supports, dash brackets, and footboards. | ||
| View original record | contd :- -2- scrap piece of aluminium, which has to be unscrewed to remove the board, is the gap plate. The horizontal boards which should be fixed to the chassis dash brackets are made to extend… | ||
| scan0039 | Sending a print of an experimental body subframe for a Hooper Cabriolet de Ville for India. | ||
| View original record | DA/EV c. to Hs. c. to Sg. X5388 BY/Cgh11/G.13.9.27. re. HOOPER CABRIOLET DE VILLE - INDIA. With reference to DA/EV1/M7.9.27. we send you herewith print of F.53821 showing arrangement of body subframe… | ||
| scan0040 | Benefits and issues of subframe body mounting for reducing vibrations and noise. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c. to Wor. BJ. c. to E. DA. c. to BY. [Handwritten] x5380 Hs2/LG24.10.27. BODY MOUNTING. [Handwritten] x8380-x5380 also x4260. We have already proved very definitely that the subframe… | ||
| scan0041 | Special visit to Derby to test the method of carrying a car body on a separate under-frame. | ||
| View original record | CJ. BJ. LHS. C. Sg. HO. Ev. Hs. REPORT ON SPECIAL VISIT TO DERBY BY THE COACHWORK SUB-COMMITTEE ON OCT. 30TH. TO TEST THE METHOD OF CARRYING THE BODY OF A CAR ON A SEPARATE UNDER-FRAME. PRESENT : Sg.… | ||
| scan0042 | Committee's report on tests for car body swaying and booming, including a trial of the Bradburn & Wedge device. | ||
| View original record | contd :- -2- than at present. This the Daimler Co. do. This scheme has been criticised from the point of view of swaying. The car, however, was driven at various speeds round corners, but the… | ||
| scan0043 | Desirability and practicality of using subframes on 40/50 and 20 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | R. from B.J. c. to CWB. c. to Hs. c. to BY. SUBFRAMES FOR 40/50 AND 20 HP. It will be remembered that when we first considered the desirability of a subframe, the chief reasons were :- (a) To overcome… | ||
| scan0044 | Selection of bodies and the use of subframes for 10,000-mile tests on 20 HP and 40/50 chassis. | ||
| View original record | X5380 Hs. from DA/EV. DA/EV2/M3.12.27. RE. BODIES. X.8830 X.5380 X.5830 X.8380 Thank you for your Hs/Rnl/LG1.12.27. We note that you require a body for a 10,000 miles test on the 20 HP. and 40/50. The… | ||
| scan0045 | New forging for the rear spring front anchorage for the 'India 3' model, combined with an 'X' shaped cross member. | ||
| View original record | BY. from DA. c. to BJ. Hs. X5380 DA1/M14.12.27. INDIA 3. REAR SPRING FRONT ANCHORAGE. X.5380 X.5410 We send herewith N.sch.2524 shewing the rear spring front anchorage combined with the 'X' shaped… | ||
| scan0046 | Sending layouts for the 'India 3' brake linkage, detailing modifications to the brackets and levers. | ||
| View original record | BY. from DA. c. to BJ. Hs. X5380 DA3/M20.12.27. INDIA 3. BRAKE LINKAGE. X.5420 K.5380 Herewith we send N.sch.2526 - full sized layout of the brake linkage with the tubular cross member. We have… | ||
| scan0047 | Alternative arrangement for the brake mechanism's carrier levers. | ||
| View original record | BY. from DA. c. to BJ. Hs. X5380 DA1/M31.12.27. INDIA 3. BRAKE MECHANISM. X.5380 X.5420 We send herewith N.schs. 2532 and 2533 which shew an alternative arrgt. for the carrier levers, having the… | ||
| scan0048 | General arrangement and modifications for the 'India 3' car model. | ||
| View original record | BY. from DA. c. to BJ. Hs. 15380 DAL/M27.2.28. INDIA 3. GENERAL ARRANGEMENT. X.5420 X.5770 X.5380 Before R. went away he instructed us to get the new long frame, and 'X' shaped cross member on to the… | ||
| scan0049 | Modifications to the tubular cross member for easier gearbox removal. | ||
| View original record | BY. from DA. c. to BJ. Hs. X5380 DA2/M6.3.28½ INDIA 3. X.5380 X.5770 X.5310 With reference to the long frame and 'X' member shaped cross member which R. instructed should be on the next 10,000 mile… | ||
| scan0050 | Alternative engine suspension designs for a 20 HP model, comparing blueprints. | ||
| View original record | R. from E. c. to BJ. Hs. BY. HS X5380 E3/M22.3.28. INDIA3. ENGINE SUSPENSION . X.5005 X.5380 We send you herewith blueprints of LeC.2534/5 shewing a rubber block suspension for India 3. of similar… | ||
| scan0051 | Priority of 'India 3' improvements over the 20 HP chassis production. | ||
| View original record | BY. from DA. c. to Hs. X5380 DA2/M26.3.28. INDIA 3. X.5770 X.5380 X.5460 With further reference to BYll/21.3.28., we were assured by the Expl: Dept: that India 3. is more urgent than EAC.10. The… | ||
| scan0052 | Simplification of an engine suspension system to reduce the number of joints, parts, cost, and weight. | ||
| View original record | E. BY. from R. Hs. c. to BJ. Wor. X5380 R3/M12.4.28. INDIA 3. ENGINE SUSPENSION. X.5005 LeCs. 2534/5/6. X.5380 My impression of this is that we have three joints, and it makes too many parts, and cost… | ||
| scan0053 | Use of nickel steel for a body subframe and the production of dies for chassis frames. | ||
| View original record | DA/EV c. Hs. X5380 BY10/G.31.5.28. [STAMP: 1 JUN 1928 RECEIVED] INDIA 3. BODY SUBFRAME. --------------------- Your memo EV1/30.5.23. As the requirement in the subframe is rigidity and not merely one… | ||
| scan0054 | Telegram requesting three subframes for India to be delivered within a week. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAPHS. Prefix: S. Time handed in: 4-53 Office of Origin: Chichester T. Words: 24 Date Stamp: 5 JUN 20 Addressed to: Hives Roycar Derby RS Message: Subframe for India 3 Required within… | ||
| scan0055 | Modifications to achieve lower frame heights, including axle, buffer clearance, and hypoid gear considerations. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Rn. from DA. X5380 DA5/M5. 6. 28. X. 7380 X. 7420 X. 5380 X. 615 X. 2066 FRAME HEIGHTS. Replying to Hs/Rm6/LG31.5.28., at the present moment 'SS' is 22.5" from the ground, and we have obtained this… | ||
| scan0056 | Design, weight reduction, and production of a body sub-frame for the India 3 model. | ||
| View original record | to [REDACTED] from Da/Ev. Hs. copy to [REDACTED] [REDACTED] ORIGINAL X5380 SECRET INDIA. BODY SUB-FRAME. INDIA 3. We send herewith N.Schs.2614, 2623 & 2626. shewing most of the particulars of the body… | ||
| scan0057 | Sourcing and fitting of various car bodies and subframes. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from EV. c. to BY. 45380 RE. BODIES. X. 5830 X. 5380 We wired you today to send the subframe to Lillie Hall, and also to say that all the holes for the fixing of the runners should be drilled at… | ||
| scan0058 | Typed memo discussing the provision of information to Derby for car completion. | ||
| View original record | contd :- -2- We shall try to let Derby have all the information they need to enable them to complete the first car in the next few days. DA/EV. | ||
| scan0059 | Expressing frustration about the urgent production and dispatch of a subframe for India 3 to Lillie Hall. | ||
| View original record | DA/EV. from Hs. X5380 Hsl/LG23.6.28. SUBFRAME FOR INDIA 3. X5380 45830 We have despatched the subframe for India 3. to Lillie Hall. today. From the report of the Sales Conference it would appear that… | ||
| scan0060 | Correspondence regarding the procurement and construction of three different car bodies for the 'First India 3' project. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from DA/EV. X5380 DA/EVL/M26.6.28. RE. FIRST INDIA 3. X.5770 X.5830 X.5380 Thank you for your Hs1/LG23.6.28. We note that the subframe is at Lille Hall and regret that in order to provide a body… | ||
| scan0061 | Various rear-end arrangements for spare wheels and luggage for the 'India 3' model. | ||
| View original record | BY. from DA/EV. c. to BJ. R. Hs. X5380 DA/EV1/M29.6.28. REAR END OF INDIA 3. X.5400 X.5380 X.5830 X.5810 It would appear that our present arrangement of alternatively having one wheel or luggage at… | ||
| scan0062 | Proposed sheetmetal bracket to support the silencer on the X-shaped cross member for the India 3 exhaust system. | ||
| View original record | BY. from DA. c. to BJ. Hs. X5380 DA1/M3.7.28. INDIA 3. EXHAUST SYSTEM. X.5230 X.5380 Herewith we send N.sch.2642 giving a sketch of the proposed sheetmetal bracket for supporting the silencer to the X… | ||
| scan0063 | Progress on a new 20 HP chassis, including new components, and a potential delay on the bodywork. | ||
| View original record | X5380 To R. from Hs. c. to BJ. Wor. c. to E. DA. c. to BY. DA/EV. X5830 X5380 X5770 Hs5/LG17.7.28. 20 HP. CAR - 12-C-4. We have had the new 20 HP. chassis on the road today which has a new frame -… | ||
| scan0064 | The omission of tie bars on the 'India 3' model due to minimal vertical deflection. | ||
| View original record | Hs. BY. from DA/EV. c. to SG. X5380 DA/EV4/M22.8.28. RE. INDIA 3. X.5770 X.5380 In view of experiments which you have made from time to time, which shew that the direct vertical deflection of the… | ||
| scan0065 | Instruction to order dies and six pairs of frames for India 4 frame side members. | ||
| View original record | x5380 ROY. c. Hs. c. RHO. BY/Cgh5/G.24.10.28. INDIA 4 FRAME SIDE MEMBERS. In accordance with instructions just received from WW. will you please order dies to produce frame side members to drawing… | ||
| scan0066 | Modifications to the front springs, side steering tube, and frame geometry. | ||
| View original record | BY. from DA. c. to BJ. Hs. XS380 DA1/M1.11.28. INDIA 4 - FRONT SPRINGS, X.5410 X.5420 SIDE STEERING TUBE ETC. X.5450 X.5380 Herewith we send N. sch.2753 shewing the arrangement of the front springs,… | ||
| scan0067 | Proposal to produce 50 steel underframes to improve coachbuilt bodies and facilitate the changeover to the SS Phantom model. | ||
| View original record | Hs. BY. from R. c. to BJ. Wor. c. to DA. SG. c. to C. /5380 R3/M7.11.28. UNDERFRAMES. X.7380 X.5380 X.7830 It would seem certain that the use of a steel underframe improves the present coachbuilders… | ||
| scan0068 | Results and advantages of experimental testing on body subframes over 3.5 years. | ||
| View original record | To WOR. from Hs. X5360 Hs1/LG10.11.28. BODY SUBFRAMES. We have been running experimental cars fitted with bodies mounted on subframes for 3 1/2 years. We have had seven cars with the bodies mounted in… | ||
| scan0069 | Special visit to Derby by the Coachwork Sub-Committee to test mounting a car body on a separate underframe. | ||
| View original record | CJ. BJ. LHS. C. SG. HO. EV. Hs. REPORT ON SPECIAL VISIT TO DERBY BY THE COACHWORK SUB-COMMITTEE ON OCT. 30TH. TO TEST THE METHOD OF CARRYING THE BODY OF A CAR ON A SEPARATE UNDERFRAME. PRESENT : SG.… | ||
| scan0070 | Committee report on testing schemes to address car swaying and booming issues on 40/50 HP and 20 HP models. | ||
| View original record | contd :- -2- and turn out the complete car in very much less time than at present. This the Daimler Co. do. This scheme has been criticised from the point of view of swaying. The car, however, was… | ||
| scan0071 | Advantages of body subframes for reducing noise and simplifying body fitting to the chassis. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c.c. to BJ. LHS. c.c. to C. SG. c.c. to HO. DA/EV. X5380 HS3/LG13.11.28. BODY SUBFRAMES. X7380 X8380 alter. correct in original Over four years ago we went to a lot of trouble to… | ||
| scan0072 | Proposing to offer the 20 HP model with a 3-inch longer frame to avoid losing orders and improve appearance. | ||
| View original record | BJ. SG. from R. BY Hs. X-5380 R2/M20.11.28. 20 HP. LONGER FRAME. As suggested in one of my recent memos, that we could offer the 20 HP. with the 3" longer frame in the same way that we offer the… | ||
| scan0073 | Commercial viability of introducing a new 20 HP longer frame chassis alongside the existing model. | ||
| View original record | CONFIDENTIAL. HS 15380 To R. from BJ. Copy to Sg. Copy to Hs. Copy to BX. 20 HP. Longer Frame. Referring to your R2/M20.11.28, we considered this matter carefully at Derby yesterday and feel that it… | ||
| scan0074 | BJ to R regarding a study at Derby to alter the programme for making the G-4 type chassis. | ||
| View original record | To R. from BJ. BJ5/EP23.11.28 - R - This matter was studied in detail at Derby yesterday, and it is hoped that we may be able to improve on the above dates considerably by altering our programme and… | ||
| scan0075 | Clearance issues encountered when fitting an India 1V subframe body to chassis No.14-G-1V. | ||
| View original record | To DA/EV. from Hs. c/c to BY. X5380 Hs3/LG10.12.28. INDIA 1V. SUBFRAME. X5380 X5830 A great deal of time was wasted in fitting the subframe body to chassis No.14-G-1V owing to insufficient clearances… | ||
| scan0076 | Issues with mounting subframe bodies, covering battery box, front, and centre supports. | ||
| View original record | contd :- -2- (c) Battery box cross member. This fouls the subframe heel board member. There appears to be nothing to prevent the battery box cross member from being moved rear-wards. (d) Front… | ||
| scan0077 | Finalising the design and ordering a close-coupled coupe body to be built by Barker's. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from DA/EV. c. to BY. c. to Cx/Hn. X5380 DA/EV2/M1 2.12.28. 16-G4. X.5830 X.5380 R. has now fixed up the final details of this body, and we are prepared to place the order. When can you let us… | ||
| scan0078 | Secret memorandum detailing agreed-upon modifications for the India 4 model subframe and associated components. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM DA/EV. SECRET X5380 DA/EV7/M18.12.28. Copy to ~~BY~~ INDIA 4. SUBFRAME. X5380 ORIGINAL Thank you for your HS3/LG101228. We will deal with the items under the same headings. (a) HAND BRAKE… | ||
| scan0079 | Telegram from Rowbotham requesting a modification to the subframe centre cross member position. | ||
| View original record | X5340 ROYCAR DERBY = ROWBOTHAM RE 16 G 4 WOULD LIKE SUBFRAME CENTRE CROSS MEMBER 31 AND 1/2 INCHES FORWARD OF REARAXLE WIRE REPLY EVENDEN + | ||
| scan0080 | Telegram received by telephone regarding the positioning of a subframe centre cross member. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. 44A (50BKS.) (DB 914 6-5-25) MP 317364 Stamp: FD 8 JAN 1929 RECEIVED Time Received: 2-53 Date: 8-1-29 To: Roycar Derby By: 103A from: Chichester 2-25… | ||
| scan0081 | The order and construction of a close-coupled all-weather car body with coachbuilder Barker & Co. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from DA/EV. √5380 Ev2/12.1.29. c/s to BY. RE. CLOSE COUPLED ALL WEATHER. X.5830 16-G.4. X.5380 X.5770 -------------------------------- We placed an order for the above body with Messrs. Barker &… | ||
| scan0082 | Query regarding a subframe modification for the India 4, chassis 16-G-4. | ||
| View original record | DA. c. Hs. X5380 BY/Cgh6/G.21.1.29. INDIA 4. SUBFRAME FOR 16-G-4. -------------------------------- With reference to EV2/12.1.29. and dealing particularly with the question of moving the central cross… | ||
| scan0083 | Request for the removal of the cross from a 12-G-4 chassis and the fitting of brake cable adaptors. | ||
| View original record | X5380 X5420 To RHC. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm5/LG28.1.29. We require the cross removing again from the 12-G-4 chassis complete and the adaptors for carrying the brake cables fitted. Hs/Rm. | ||
| scan0084 | Agreed modifications to subframes for SS and India bodies. | ||
| View original record | To BY. from DA/EV. c. to Hs. 45380 DA/EV6/M5.2.29. RE. SUBFRAMES. X.5380 X.7380 As a result of our experiences with the mounting of SS. and India bodies we agree to the following modifications to the… | ||
| scan0085 | Technical note discussing gearbox removal by jacking up the front end of the body. | ||
| View original record | contd :- -2- a detachable front crossmember to the subframe, unless it is absolutely essential. We agree that the gearbox must be capable of being removed without removing the unit. This would appear… | ||
| scan0086 | Short memo confirming the dispatch of a sub-frame for Coupe No.16-G-4 to Barkers. | ||
| View original record | X5380 Cx/Hn5/JL.7.2.29. S/W (Hs). Copy to Ev. Re: R.'s Coupe No.16-G-4. -------------------- Please note that the sub-frame for the above went to Barkers yesterday. Hn. | ||
| scan0087 | Technical discussion on chassis stiffness, periodicity, and the replacement of a cross-frame with tubular cross members for 20 HP & SS Chassis. | ||
| View original record | Hs. DA. BY. FROM E. c. to SG. Wor. E. +5380 R1/M14.3.29. 20 HP. & SS. CHASSIS. X.7380 X.5380 X.7420 I telegraphed "Prepare to abandon cross in frame and revert to substantial tubular cross members". A… | ||
| scan0088 | Continued discussion on the characteristics of smaller road wheels, noting their flexibility and tendency to bounce. | ||
| View original record | contd :- -2- The smaller road wheels being inferior suggests to me that they are more flexible and resilient on the road and probably somewhat more liable to bounce, and at a lower speed than their… | ||
| scan0089 | Use of tubular cross members to improve chassis stiffness and address vibration. | ||
| View original record | X5380 DA. HS. BY. R2/M25.3.29. S c. to SG. Wor. SS. AND G4. CROSS MEMBERS. X.7380 X.5380 Your suggestion of trying if we can do better with greater stiffness with the tubular type is good, and Hs. has… | ||
| scan0090 | Exhaust boom issue on a 20 HP car and a proposed new exhaust system. | ||
| View original record | X5380 To DA. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm5/LG27.3.29. X5230 We now have a 20 HP. with tubular cross members and 5/1 compression ratio turoulent head. The main difficulty with this car is the exhaust boom which… | ||
| scan0091 | Sub-frame removed from a Barker Cabriolet body during refitting and returned for disposal. | ||
| View original record | → S/W. (Hs) Copy to JP. X5380 Cx/Hn9/EDI/22-4-29. 20 H.P. SUB FRAMES. You will remember some little time ago sending down to us a Barker Cabriolet body incorporating a sub frame removed, we believe,… | ||
| scan0092 | Development stages and issues for the 20HP model, specifically concerning chassis variations codenamed 'China' and 'Japan'. | ||
| View original record | HS.) From R. BY.) Copy to SG. Wor. C. PN. SECRET. X5380 R3/M9.5.29. 20HP. X5770 X5050 X5005 X5230 Regarding the various stages of the 20HP. we have called in the past one of the improvements 'India'.… | ||
| scan0093 | Modifications to the exhaust system, radiator movement, and frame stiffness. | ||
| View original record | (2) At the same time as you are doing this work I shall be glad if you will alter the exhaust system by breaking up the length of the pipe as we have done in the case of SS. and we shall send you our… | ||
| scan0094 | Engine mounting modifications to reduce frame jellying and the resulting vibration issues. | ||
| View original record | Y5360 To R. from Hs. Hs2/LG15. 5. 29. c. to Sg. Wor. c. to E. DA. c. to BY. 20 HP. 12-G4. X.5770 Y5005 X.5007 X.5380 We have carried out the modification to the engine mounting, fixing the sandwich… | ||
| scan0095 | 'jellying' trouble experienced with the 12-G-4 and 14-G-4 chassis frames. | ||
| View original record | X5380 Hs To Hs. from Sg. Copy to Wor/Hy. E. DA. BY. 20 HP. 12-G-4. Frames. Sg6/E16.5.29 I have read with interest Hs2/LG15.5.29 regarding 12-G-4, particularly in the light of our recent correspondence… | ||
| scan0096 | Chassis and frame modifications, including steering options and a future 'Japan' chassis. | ||
| View original record | SG.) FROM R. HS.} BY.) SECRET. YS 380. R1/M24.6.29. c. to LHS. c. to WOR. c. to C. INDIA - NOT JAPAN. As soon as ever possible adopt the 3" longer frame, 19" from the road, with two steerings: (a)… | ||
| scan0097 | Refusal to agree to a batch of long-frame chassis until the type is thoroughly tested and standardised. | ||
| View original record | HS X5380. To BY from Sg. Second Half of Wm Series. Sg18/E28.6.29 Copy to Wor. Hs. I have just seen your BY6/G26.6.29 which was written prior to yesterday's conference at which it was made clear that… | ||
| scan0098 | Cover note regarding the 20-HP Chassis with long frames, attaching a note from 'Sg'. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from Wor. X5380. WOR7/T.18.7.29. Re 20-HP Chassis, Long Frames. I attach copy of a note from Sg. which is self explanatory. As soon as it is convenient I will have a chat with you. Wor. attd… | ||
| scan0099 | 'jellying' trouble and the standardization of long frames for the 20-HP Chassis. | ||
| View original record | Copy. To Wor. from Sg. Re 20-HP Chassis. Long Frames. Sg17/E15.7.29. You will remember our discussion about the above at the last conference at Derby when I reminded those concerned that for some… | ||
| scan0100 | Mileage testing of the 20 HP long frame chassis, noting its performance after modification. | ||
| View original record | X5380 To R. from Hs. c. to SG. Wor. c. to E. Da. c. to Hy. Hsl/MJ. 20.8.29. X5770 X5380. 20 HP. CHASSIS. LONG FRAME. We have now done 4600 miles on 12-G4 chassis, 7,000 miles on 14-G4 chassis and… | ||
| scan0101 | Clarification on the standardisation of the 20 HP chassis to incorporate a 3-inch longer frame. | ||
| View original record | Hs. BY/HDB BY/TWD X5380. BY8/G.23.8.29. 20 HP. CHASSIS - 3" LONGER FRAME. In order to prevent any misunderstanding or confusion arising in connection with the standardisation of the longer frame, I… | ||
| scan0102 | Urgent decision required for the 20 HP long frames for the 'R' series to prevent a production halt. | ||
| View original record | Sg. c. Hs. c. Wor. X5280. BY8/G.15.10.29. 20 HP. LONG FRAMES. The Order Office have again referred the question of the type of frame for 'R' series back to us for a decision. The position is that you… | ||
| scan0103 | The ordering of additional long and short frames for 20 HP 'P' and 'R' series chassis. | ||
| View original record | H3 X5380 To BY from Sg. re 20 HP. Long Frames. Sg11/E24.10.29 Copy to WGR. Hs. C. Gx: Referring to BY8/G15.10.29 we have carefully considered this matter. The position is that we authorised some time… | ||
| scan0104 | Wheel arch clearances, potential issues with tyres rubbing, and design suggestions for the rear axle on the Phantom model. | ||
| View original record | SG.)FROM R. C. } BY. } R. 6/M26.10.29. c. to HS. c. to DA/EV. X.5380 X.7380 WHEEL ARCH CLEARANCES. With reference to the rear seats, no doubt the coachbuilders have already seen the possibility of… | ||
| scan0105 | Revised subframe and scuttle isolation for the 20HP model 14-G4. | ||
| View original record | BY. From DA/EV. COPY. X5380 DA/EV.1/M7.11.29. c. to Sg. c. to Hs. 20HP. SCUTTLE ISOLATION. REVISED SUBFRAME FOR 14-G4. X.5380 X.4613 We send herewith N.sch.2981 shewing the scuttle isolation and… | ||
| scan0106 | Modifications for dropping a 20 HP radiator into the frame, including lengthening the bonnet. | ||
| View original record | COPY. X5380 BY. From DA. DA.1/M8.11.29. c. to Sg. c. to Hs. 20 HP. RADIATOR DROPPED INTO FRAME. X.5250 X.5380 We send herewith N. sch. 2979., shewing the radiator dropped 2" into the frame. We have… | ||
| scan0107 | New experimental enclosed limousine body for the 20-25 HP long chassis. | ||
| View original record | X 5380 SECRET. To Cx. /HN. from Ev. c. Sg. By. Hs. Ev5/11.11.29. EXPERIMENTAL ENCLOSED LIMOUSINE 20-25 HP. LONG CHASSIS X5830 X5380 We are sending you herewith the original of N.Sch.2969. which shows… | ||
| scan0108 | Letter to coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. about an experimental enclosed limousine for Mr. Royce. | ||
| View original record | CONFIDENTIAL. X5380 Copy to Hs. CX/HN. "CAMACHA" WEST WITTERING, CHICHESTER. 19th November, 1929. X5830 X5380 Messrs. Park Ward & Co. 473 High Rd. Willesden, N.W.10. ATTENTION OF MR. PARK. Dear Sirs,… | ||
| scan0109 | Letter detailing bodywork specifications and referencing various design schemes for a car's radiator, scuttle, floor, and subframe. | ||
| View original record | -2- level top of the chassis frame. N. Scheme 2980. Gives you the dimensions of the special radiator, bonnet and dash, which Mr. Royce wishes us to fit to this car. N. scheme 2981. Shews the… | ||
| scan0110 | Letter discussing a confidential car project, its subframe's similarity to the Phantom II, and its intended personal use by Mr. Royce. | ||
| View original record | -3- drawings should be strictly adhered to. This subframe being like that for Phantom II. much, if not all, of our book on the body subframe is equally applicable to this car. As we believe you have… | ||
| scan0111 | Modifications to the body subframe for a 20/25HP long chassis. | ||
| View original record | COPY. SECRET. X-5380 BY. From DA/EV. DA/EV1/M19.11.29. c. to Sg. Hs. X.5380 BODY SUBFRAME - 20/25HP. LONG CHASSIS. We send herewith N.Schemes 2982/86., shewing the arrangement of the rear floor and… | ||
| scan0112 | Standardisation of chassis parts for the 20 HP long frame to enable raked steering. | ||
| View original record | RR 755 REVISED (10H) (D.C. 777-29-2-28) MS C.L.TP X5380. Completed 29.11.29. STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Date 20.8.29 Description of Parts. 20 HP. LONG FRAME‡ Origin. To enable raked steering to… | ||
| scan0113 | Instructions regarding modifications to a 20/25 HP Experimental Enclosed Limousine subframe for Park Ward to accommodate a hypoid axle. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM DA/EV. X5380 Copy to - HS. 20/25 EXP. ENCLOSED LIMOUSINE - 14-G-4. We wired you to-day as follows "AGREE TO MAKING. X. 5380. X. 2066. "SUBFRAME FOR PARK WARD TWENTY TO SUIT HYPOID AXLE PLEASE… | ||
| scan0114 | Visit report regarding the construction of a 20/25HP experimental limousine body by Park Ward & Co. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM DA/EV. X5380 DA/EV1/M17.12.29. Copy to - HS. 20/25HP. EXP. LIMOUSINE - PARK WARD & CO. X.5830. X.5380. We visited Park Ward & Co. last Thursday. They have received the subframe, and have… | ||
| scan0115 | Experimental car subframe mounting, rubber supports, and tests on body booming and engine roughness. | ||
| View original record | To DA/EV. From Hs/Rm. C. to Da. E. X5380. Hs/Rm.1/MJ.12.3.30. SUBFRAME MOUNTING. We have been reading the Rolls-Royce book on "The Body and Subframe". All our experimental car subframes have been… | ||
| scan0116 | Body mounting methods, contrasting rubber isolation with metal-to-metal contact. | ||
| View original record | -2- HS/Rm.1/WJ.12.3.30.Contd. We think that your remarks on body mounting on N.Sch. 2623 are misleading if you really meant us to do what you specify in italics on page 19 of the subframe book. We… | ||
| scan0117 | Frame and radiator movement issues, referred to as 'jellying', on the 20 HP model and comparing it to the Phantom II. | ||
| View original record | Hs. c. By. c. E. c. Rg. c. Da. c. Wor. c. Sg. X5380 EP3/H20.3.30. X.457 X.5380 X.5250 FRAME & RADIATOR JELLYING - 20 HP. With reference to your report on the above, Hs/Rm.6/MJ.12.3.30. and as… | ||
| scan0118 | Revised wingstays, crossmember, and lamp brackets for the 20/25 HP model. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. X6380 To By. from Da/EV. c. Sg. Hs. Whr. Da/EV1/24.4.30. REVISED WINGSTAYS, CROSSMEMBER & LAMP BRACKETS 20/25 HP. We send herewith N.Sch.3089m shewing the revised wing stays, lamp brackets,… | ||
| scan0119 | Secret memo regarding a revision to the wiring for lamp brackets on the 20/25 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | COPY. X5380. Da/Ev. c. to Sg. c. to Hs. c. to WHr. BYL/W.3.5.30. X.5390. X.5380. X.5800. SECRET. REVISED WING STAYS, CROSS MEMBER AND LAMP BRACKETS. - 20/25 HP. CHASSIS - With reference to 'N' Scheme… | ||
| scan0120 | Solutions for radiator jellying, frame torsion, and the benefits of uniform body mounting. | ||
| View original record | X 5380 Hs/Rm. Da. ) FROM R. E. By. ) (At Le Canadel) C. to Sg. Wor. PN. C. to C. IHS. EP. R1/M5.5.30. X. 7380 X. 457 X. 5380 X. 7250 X. 7830 X. 5250 X. 5830 X. 7005 X. 5005. CAR WORK - RADIATOR… | ||
| scan0121 | Methods for insulating a vehicle's power unit, body, and passengers from road vibrations. | ||
| View original record | R1/M5.5.30 contd. -2- road vibrations that reach the body from the frame. We have then :- (1) The power unit and gearbox insulated from the frame (rubber). (2) The body insulated from the frame… | ||
| scan0122 | Issues and required improvements for body mounting, subframes, and noise isolation. | ||
| View original record | COPY. (Rec'd at Works 20.5.30) Da. E. HS. c. R. (held up). c. SS. c. WOr. c. C. c. LHS. c. By. c. JLE. re. BODY MOUNTING ETC. EPT/H21.5.30. X.7005. X.8005. X.7S30. X.5830. X.7380. X.8380. X.7230.… | ||
| scan0123 | Issues of booming, noise, and vibration in different coachbuilt bodies and potential solutions. | ||
| View original record | -2- EF7/H21.5.30.Contd. extending the outlet snout. The "dead" fabric type body is dying out in favour of the coachbuilt type. We find the characteristics of the chassis for torque reaction effect and… | ||
| scan0124 | Recommendations for body mounting, scuttle isolation, and aprons for coachbuilders. | ||
| View original record | EP. from Da/Ev. c. Hs. E. LHS. c. C. Ry. X5380 Da/EV1/M24.5.30. X.7380 X.5380 X.7005 X.5005 X.4613 BODY MOUNTING ETC - EP7/H21.5.30. LHS. has given me a copy of the above memo. We were surprised to… | ||
| scan0125 | Mounting parts, extending the exhaust pipe, and using rubber supports to improve car smoothness. | ||
| View original record | Da/EV1/M24.5.30 contd. -2- portion of the car it must not be rigidly attached to the chassis frame but mounted on felt or rubber, and that it must have louvres in it to allow the exhaust fumes to pass… | ||
| scan0126 | Tests of completed cars highlighting issues with subframe support and body-to-brake drum alignment. | ||
| View original record | X5380 EXTRACT FROM :- BY.) FROM DA/EV. Hs. DA/EV1/M26.6.30. c. to EP. JLE. c. to C. E. REPORT ON TESTS OF COMPLETED CARS. X.7770. X.5770. (1) The subframe centre support is often so low that it is… | ||
| scan0127 | Tests of completed cars, detailing issues with subframe alignment and jigging, and a preference for a rubber-mounted central support. | ||
| View original record | Da/Ev. from Hs/AJL. c. Ev. c. EP. JLE. c. C. E. Y5380. Hs/AJL2/AD3.7.30 REPORTS ON TESTS OF COMPLETED CARS. Ref. Da/Evl/M26.6.30 dealing with the items as enumerated. (1) We have for some considerable… | ||
| scan0128 | Supply and use of harder rubber buffers for scuttle isolation. | ||
| View original record | Hs/AJL2/AD3.7.30 contd. -2- (4) We have recently recommended and instructed harder rubber buffers for the scuttle isolation. Unfortunately the production rubbers came out harder than the approved… | ||
| scan0129 | Extract from a report on tests of completed cars, regarding the accuracy of subframe production. | ||
| View original record | X5380. EXTRACT FROM :- BY/Cgh5/G.5.7.30. REPORT ON TESTS OF COMPLETED X.5770. CARS. X.7770. --------------------- With reference to Da/Evl/M.26.6.30., we give below our reply to the various points… | ||
| scan0130 | Proposal for scheme 3162, a re-arrangement of the 25HP frame's cross members and brake gear to resolve complaints about 'pots'. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM DA. Copy to SG. Copy to HS. X.5380 DA2/M1.11.30. 25HP. FRAME ETC. X.5770. X.5380. We send herewith N. scheme 3162. shewing a re-arrangement of the cross members and brake gear etc to reduce… | ||
| scan0131 | Use of a subframe for car bodies intended for 'Japan 3'. | ||
| View original record | X5380 To Sg. From Hg. c. to WOr. E. c. to DA. DA/EV. Hs.1/MJ.20.1.31. X.5380. X.5830. BODIES FOR 'JAPAN 3'. We suggest that consideration should be given to the bodies for these cars in the early… | ||
| scan0132 | Potential alterations to the front section of a frame for 'JAPAN 3'. | ||
| View original record | X 5380 BY. FROM DA. DA4/M29.1.31. Cop y to WOR. to HS. JAPAN 3. FRAME. We should of course find it a great advantage if we could have had a new frame, but we presume that this is out of the question… | ||
| scan0133 | Suggestion to remove frame tie-bars on the Japan 3 model. | ||
| View original record | SG. FROM DA/EV. SECRET (handwritten) X5380 DA/EV3/M2.2.31. C. to WOR. HS. C. to E. DA. JAPAN 3. FRAME TIE-BARS. x.5405. X.5380. I understand that it is suggested that we may be able to leave off the… | ||
| scan0134 | Secret memo regarding the design and production of car bodies for 'Japan III', discussing blueprints and the use of subframes for secrecy. | ||
| View original record | SECRET X 5380 To DA/EV from Sg. re Bodies for Japan III. Sg8/E3. 2. 31. X5380 X5380 Copy to Hs. Wor. E. DA. Referring to Hs.1/MJ 20.1.31 I should be glad if you would let me know how sonn we may… | ||
| scan0135 | Recommending that 'Japan' III bodies be manufactured without subframes. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. To Sg. From Hs. c. to Sor. E. c. to Dn. Da/EV. X. 5830. X. 5380. -X5380 Hs.2/KT.7.2.31. BODIES FOR 'JAPAN' III. Replying to Sg.8/E.3.2.31., we are rather keen not to test these cars with… | ||
| scan0136 | Reconsideration of using subframes on the Phantom II car model. | ||
| View original record | TO. SG. FROM EV. COPY TO HS. RE SUBFRAMES EVL/7.2.31. X.7380. X.5380. HS.1/MJ.5.3.31. I agree that we ought to reconsider the question of the subframe on P.II. From time to time every thing on the car… | ||
| scan0137 | Review of the use and cost-effectiveness of subframes on 25 HP and Phantom II models. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. From Hs. c. to Wor. c. to Da/RV. X5380 Hs.1/U.5.3.31. X.7380. X.5380. SUBFRAMES We think it would be a good time to review the question of subframes. If you take the case of the 25 HP., for… | ||
| scan0138 | Subframes, proposing to add the matter to the agenda for a Derby visit. | ||
| View original record | COPY. X5380 - X.7380. X.5380. To Hs. From Sg. c. to Wor. Da/Ev. Re. Subframes. Sg8/E9.3.31. Referring to Hs.1/MJ.5.3.31. I think before we take any decision on the lines suggested in the last… | ||
| scan0139 | Modified headlamp bracket fixings for the 20/25 HP 'T' series. | ||
| View original record | X5380. To By. from Da/Ev. v. Hs. Sg. Wor. Evl/20.5.31. HEADLAMP BRACKETS. 20/25 HP+ 2ND. HALF OF "T" SERIES. X.5800 X.5380 X.4531 In reply to your wire we send herewith N.sch.3279 shewing a slightly… | ||
| scan0140 | Designing and testing deeper frames for the P.2. and Japan 4. models. | ||
| View original record | TO HS. FROM EV. X5380 EV1/4.7.31. X.7380 X.5380 COPY TO E. RE DEEPER FRAMES. We have been asked to send you designs for a deeper frame for P. 2. and Japan 4. by 'R'. We are setting these out and at… | ||
| scan0141 | Potential model names from the deer tribe and the design and development progress for the J.3 and 18HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | X.5386 SG. FROM R. RT/M4.8.31. C. to WOR. HS. BY. C. to E. DA. & re. J. 3. X.5770. X.5380. The full and latest size Japan has been called No.3 all along but we need some better name before we produce.… | ||
| scan0142 | Specifications for the frame, transmission, and springs for the J.3. project. | ||
| View original record | Y5380 BY. FROM DA. C. to SG. WOR. HS. DA1/M7.9.31. X.5380 X.5410 X.5430 X.5440 X.5350 J.3. - LAYOUT OF FRAME TRANSMISSION, & SPRINGS. We send herewith N. sch. 3335. shewing the frame, transmission… | ||
| scan0143 | Sending scheme 3329, showing the front dumb iron, front cross member, and front portion of the starting handle tube. | ||
| View original record | X 5390 BY. FROM DA. C. to SG. HS. J. 73. FRAME. DA3/M/11.9.31. Herewith we send N. scheme 3329. shewing the front dumb iron, front cross member, and front portion of the starting handle tube. DA. | ||
| scan0144 | Scheme 3342, which outlines slight modifications to a frame's rear end. | ||
| View original record | X15380 BY. FROM DA. C. to SG. HS. J. 3. FRAME. DA1/V/12.9.31. herewith we send N. scheme 3342, shewing the slight modifications to the rear end of the frame which we have found necessary as a result… | ||
| scan0145 | Scheme 3341, which shows a modification to the rear dumb iron, spring shackle, and frame side member. | ||
| View original record | X5380 BY. FROM DA. C. to SG. HS. J. 3. FRAME. DA2/M12.9.31. Herewith we send N. scheme 3341. shewing the rear dumb iron and spring shackle. It will be noticed that it slightly modifies the shape of… | ||
| scan0146 | Necessity of subframes due to a new engine mounting system. | ||
| View original record | X5380. S/W Hs. ( c. to Sg.) re Subframes. Cx8/KW5.11.31. X7380. Replying to Hs4/MJ3.10.31. with regard to the proposal to endeavour subsequently to do away with subframes, it has been pointed out to… | ||
| scan0147 | Modifications to the rear dumb irons for bumper pads, replacing previously sent versions. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM DA. X5380 DAL/M10.11.31. X5380. C. to SG. HS. J. 3. FRAME - DUMB IRONS. Herewith we send N. sch. 3360 shewing modifications to the rear dumb irons to provide bumper pads of a type giving a… | ||
| scan0148 | Inquiring about the company's experience with diamond mounting on car bodies not built on sub-frames. | ||
| View original record | XS380. X.7005. X.7380. X.5005. X.5380. S/W To Hs. from Sg. re Diamond Mounting Sg12/E16.11.31. Referring to the above and the question of not using sub frames on 40/50's, would you please let me know… | ||
| scan0149 | Modification note to reduce the depth of the second crossmember for the Japan 3 rear end. | ||
| View original record | EXTRACT FROM: X5380. BY. FROM DA/EV. DA/EV.1/M. 26.11.31. X5380. C. to SG. WOR. HS. JAPAN 3. - REAR END. SECOND CROSSMEMBER. This is reduced in depth to clear the rear cushion. R. | ||
| scan0150 | Request to experiment with forging thickened flanges on drawn tubes for car work cross members. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM R. X5380 C. to SG. WOR. HS. DA. CAR WORK CROSS MEMBERS. R2/M.30.11.31. X5380. I shall be greatly pleased if flanges (thickened) can be forged on drawn tubes suitable for the above. I always… | ||
| scan0151 | Design and specifications for the rear end of car model J.3. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. X5380 TO. BY. FROM DA/EV. DA/EV.1/30.11.31. COPY TO SG. HS. RE REAR END OF CAR J.3. X.5770 X.5380 You will have already received from us the full-sized schemes of the petrol tank, rear apron… | ||
| scan0152 | Specifications for the front end of a J.3 chassis. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM DA/EV. X5380 DA/EV1/M16.1.32. C. to SG. WOR. HS. E. J. 3. - FRONT OF CAR. X.5830 X.5380 We send herewith N.sch.3413 shewing the front end of J. 3. chassis. BONNET. This drawing will enable… | ||
| scan0153 | Tubular cross member with twisted flanges and requesting prints of a schematic. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM DA. X5380 DA3/M/16.1.32. C. to SG. HS. E. J. S. FRAME. X.5380 Herewith we send N.sch.3412. shewing the centre tubular cross member with solid flanges, in accordance with BY2/G111231. It is… | ||
| scan0154 | Proposed design and manufacturing method for a J. 3. frame tubular cross member. | ||
| View original record | DA. E. } FROM R. HS. BY. } (At Le Canadel.) X5380. R1/M28.1.32. Sent from WW. 1.2.32. Copy to - SC. WOR. X. 5380 J. 3. FRAME - TUBULAR CROSS MEMBER. This one, with flanges forged solid on the tube,… | ||
| scan0155 | Production timeline and material alternatives for J.3. rear wheel arch castings. | ||
| View original record | To: [Redacted] from RHC. c. Hs. [Redacted] SECRET. 85380. RHC2/BE25.2.32. J.3. REAR WHEEL ARCH CASTINGS With reference to DA/AV1/M20.2.32. which informed us of the despatch of N. Schemes 3436/7 for… | ||
| scan0156 | Investigation and potential solutions for the 'frame jellying' complaint on certain car models. | ||
| View original record | Y5380. To R. From Hs. c. to Sg. c. to W.Or. c. to E. c. to By. c. to Da. Ha.Y/MJ.7.3.32. x457 RE. FRAME JELLYING. This complaint still crops up periodically. A very good example is 20-G4, which is… | ||
| scan0157 | Standardisation of a sheet metal cross member to lower the floor of the body. | ||
| View original record | RR 785 (10H) (19120. 13-10-31) EM. 3/7586. X5380 COMPLETED 7. 3. 32. STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Date 4. 1. 32 N.Sch. 3278 X No. X5380 Drawing No. 58140 Part List Description of Parts. Sheet… | ||
| scan0158 | First chassis to be fitted with a new part, including costs and test dates. | ||
| View original record | STANDARDISATION OF CHASSIS PARTS The number of the first chassis on which the new part will be fitted........ 181 in 'T'. Date when chassis will be handed to test. 12. 3. 32. Cost of scrapped… | ||
| scan0159 | Torsional rigidity of the J.3 frame compared to the 25 HP car, and requesting a second frame for testing. | ||
| View original record | X5380 To RHC. From Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm.2/MJ.29.4.32. J.3. FRAME. On the J.3 that we have on the road there is every indication that the frame is not so rigid torsionally as the existing standard 25 HP. car.… | ||
| scan0160 | Comparing frame flexibility and 'jellying' on the J.III model versus the standard 25 HP. | ||
| View original record | YS380 To R. from Hs/Les. c. to Sg. Wor. c. to E. Dn. c. to Hy. Hs/Les.7/KT. 8.6.32. J.III. FRAME The frame jellying of J.III is worse than a standard 25 HP. It has been therefore questioned as to… | ||
| scan0161 | Technical memo discussing engine damper settings to reduce frame jellying on various car models. | ||
| View original record | -2- HS/Les.7/KT.8.3.32.cont'd. takes place when the dampers are made solid. When the engine has been rigidly attached to the dampers, we hope to be able to considerably reduce frame jellying. The… | ||
| scan0162 | Measurement data for bonnet movement under chassis torsion for various car models. | ||
| View original record | BONNET MOVEMENT. Measurements taken in .001" of an inch. Nearside Front & Offside Rear Wheel raised 3" from the ground. P.2. Diamond Engine Mounting. Dash Bonnet -38 +55 +39 -24 Radiator -46 +42 -75… | ||
| scan0163 | Authorizing the order of two sets of 20/25 HP chassis frame side members for experimental testing and specifying the material. | ||
| View original record | F. Dept. c. Hs. c. RHC. c. ROY. X 5380. BY/Cgh.14/G. 21.6.32. RECEIVED 1932 JUN 20/25 HP. CHASSIS - FRAME SIDE MEMBERS. WOR. has agreed that we should order two sets of frame side members in cold… | ||
| scan0164 | Decision to delete the body subframe on the Phantom II chassis. | ||
| View original record | COPY. x5380. To R. From Hs. c. to Sg. Wor. c. to C. Rg. c. to Da. By. c. to EP. E. c. to PN. Hs.2/MJ.18.7.32. BODY SUBFRAMES. We are asked to give a decision whether we can delete the subframe on… | ||
| scan0165 | Note on subframes and a related standardisation sheet. | ||
| View original record | To Cx. From Hs. x5380. Hs.3/MJ.18.7.32. x5380. Attached herewith copy of a note we have sent round re. subframes. You will note that we have sent a Standardisation Sheet round to get this agreed to.… | ||
| scan0166 | Confirmation regarding the 20/25 HP chassis cold pressed side members and the circulation of standardisation sheets. | ||
| View original record | Hs. X5380 BY/Cgh.15/G.11.4.33. 20/25 HP. CHASSIS - COLD PRESSED SIDE MEMBERS. We wish to confirm our statement to Rm. that we shall have no difficulty due to the larger radius which the frame makers… | ||
| scan0167 | List of ground clearances for various parts of a chassis, noting a damaged cross member on vehicle 1.J.III. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. Ltd. By. X2380 25.4.33. Re. Damaged Cross Member on 1.J.III. The following is a list of various parts of the above car giving their respective ground clearances when the chassis has been… | ||
| scan0168 | Standardisation of chassis parts, specifically cold pressed side members, to reduce cost. | ||
| View original record | RR 785 (10M) (37133. 28-10-32) BM. 3/9064/1. X5380 COMPLETED 5.5.33 STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Date 12.4.33 Description of Parts. APR/MS COLD PRESSED SIDE MEMBERS. Origin. To reduce cost. X No.… | ||
| scan0169 | The introduction of a new part for the A.2 chassis series, including test date and tooling costs. | ||
| View original record | TAMPER-PROOF SPECIFICATION of CHASSIS PARTS The number of the first chassis on which the new part will be fitted......... A. 2. series. Date when chassis will be handed to test. 1st July. Cost of… | ||
| scan0170 | The production method for Box Section Frame Side Members, piece number EX.13183. | ||
| View original record | To E. from ROY. c. to EY. c. to Hs. X5380 ROY3/MG5.2.34 Box Section Frame Side Members Piece No. EX.13183 Kindly note those delivered last week by Thompsons, Wolverhampton, were pressed cold. The… | ||
| scan0171 | Sample side channels, piece no. EX.13183, being cold-pressed and despatched by English Steel Corporation. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten at top: 5380, GRY Lee [signature], HS] To E. from ROY. [E. is struck through] c. to BY [This line is struck through] c. to Hs. ROY1/MG14.2.34 Box Section Frame Side Members Piece No.… | ||
| scan0172 | Requesting the introduction of stepirons lowered by 2 inches as a standard modification for the 25 HP & P.2 models. | ||
| View original record | COPY+ X5380 S/W. Wor. c. to Sg. E. c. to By. Hs. c. to C. Hn. Ev. Cx.4/KW14.3.34. Re. Stepirons - 25 HP. & P.2. With reference to Ev2/13.2.34 on this subject we have now carefully studied some… | ||
| scan0173 | Standardisation of a dropped front cross member to improve appearance. | ||
| View original record | RR 788A (SH) (57394, 30-1-34) BM 3/787/1. COMPLETED 3.11.34. 20/25 STANDARDISATION OF PARTS. Date 25.7.34. X No5380. Drawing No. Part List Description of Parts. DROPPED FRONT CROSS MEMBER. Origin. To… | ||
| scan0174 | Estimated cost for extra jigs, tools, and equipment for 'G.2' series production. | ||
| View original record | Est cost of extra jigs, tools and equipment (Sft/Ws.3.9.34) £686.0.0. Could be brought on to production at "G.2" series (Sft/GH.3.9.34) without scrap. | ||
| scan0175 | Standardisation of a rear cross member moved for wells in the rear floorboards to improve accommodation. | ||
| View original record | AR 755A (SH) (57394. 30-1-34) BM 3/787/1. COMPLETED 3.11.34. 20/25 STANDARDISATION of PARTS. Date 25.7.34. (handwritten 5-10-34) X No. 5380. Drawing No. Part List Description of Parts. REAR CROSS… | ||
| scan0176 | Estimate for the cost of extra jigs, tools, and equipment for production of the 'G' series chassis. | ||
| View original record | Est. cost of extra jigs, tools and equipment (Sft/Ws.6.9.34) £107.0.0. This could be brought on to production at 1st chassis in "G" series (Sft/GH.6.9.34) without scrap. | ||
| scan0177 | Cost reduction proposal for the 20/25 HP chassis by removing frame tie rods. | ||
| View original record | PRIVATE Er Ey. Wor. Hs. Sft/ Les Comments please Rm Sft/WNW.5/EJ.19.12.35 20/25 HP. COST (REDUCTIONS) Frame Ties. Sec - 7010 We are again suggesting that the Tie Rods be deleted from 20/25 HP.… | ||
| scan0178 | The removal of 20/25 Frame Tie Rods from car 21-G-IV to reduce costs before its endurance mileage. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. c. to Sft. c. to Nor. c. to E. c. to By. X52M Hs/Les.12/EN.23.12.35. 20/25 Frame Tie Rods. In Sft/WWW.5/J.19.12.35, it is suggested that Tie Rods should be deleted in order to reduce… | ||
| scan0179 | Instruction to re-introduce propeller shaft dampers for the 25/30 HP Transmission from the 151st chassis in the M2 series. | ||
| View original record | Le Smith. X537 Hs/Rm. c. HY. c. E. c. Mx. c. Sft. BY/Cgh.6/W.29.8.36. 25/30 H.P.Transmission. With reference to HS/Rm.1/JH.6.8.36,the Works have been instructed to re-introduce the propeller shaft… | ||
| scan0180 | Internal memorandum regarding the condition of silencers for chassis B.115-HM. | ||
| View original record | To: GWH (K) from BY/SB. BY/SB8/MG.14.6.39 CHASSIS NO. B.115-HM. Vandervell Thanks for your note re the silencers ex the above car. We have now been able to trace the correspondence you refer to. So… | ||
| scan0181 | Ongoing issues with rattles in the rear silencer and actions taken. | ||
| View original record | To BY/SB.. from Rm/GWH. c. By. ----------------------- Rm/GWH.35/N.24.3.39. ----------------------- With reference to your memo BY/SB.12/MG. 17.3.39, there are still cars giving trouble with rattles… | ||
| scan0182 | Fitting of longer exhaust studs KB.358. | ||
| View original record | To Mx... from Rm/GWH. Rm/GWH.36/N.24.3.39. Re: Exhaust Studs. I have made enquiries re the fitting of the longer studs KB.358 at N. The Storesman says they are being booked out, and Cliburn assured me… | ||
| scan0183 | Cause and repair of an exhaust leak on Chassis B.27.LE for Mr. Embiricos. | ||
| View original record | To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby................... Pro Copy to Rn/GWH. Levallois Sr/VAS/ET.9.II.38 Re: CHASSIS B.27.LE - Mr. EMBIRICOS. (Mileage as per speedometer reading: 7761) The above car has been… | ||
| scan0184 | Chassis B.27.LE for Mr. Embiricos, discussing design issues, arrangement drawings, and material changes. | ||
| View original record | W/P. c. Rm c. Rm/GWH(et K) BY/Mtn.27/N.17.11.38. Re: Chassis B.27.LE. - Mr.Embiricos. Referring to your memo Sr/VA8/ET.9.11.38, we have had a few similar cases on cars dealt with by K. and this matter… | ||
| scan0185 | To Bentley Motors regarding the origin of perforated metal pieces found in a rear silencer. | ||
| View original record | To Bentley Motors Ltd. Kingsbury....... Rm/GWH. Copy to By. Rm. Levallois Sr/VA2/ET.2.II.38 Re: BENTLEY - REAR SILENCER. In answer to your RmGWH.4I/N.25.IO.38, we can definitely state that the pieces… | ||
| scan0186 | Technical memorandum discussing the cause of clip breakage on a Bentley Rear Silencer and potential repair methods. | ||
| View original record | To Sr/VA... from Rm/GWH. c. By. c. Rm. Rm/GWH.41/N.25.10.38. Bentley - Rear Silencer. In answer to your memo Sr/VA.1/HB.14.10.38, we have not had the breakage of the clips as you mention, neither… | ||
| scan0187 | Exhaust blow on a Bentley car due to a loose rivet and suggesting improved welding practices. | ||
| View original record | To By... from Rm/GWH. c. RHC. Rm/GWH.12/N.20.10.38. Bentley - Exhaust System. We have had Mr.Lappin's car B.50.LS. in with an exhaust blow from the front expansion box. This was caused by a rivet… | ||
| scan0188 | Failure of clips and rivets on a Bentley rear silencer, chassis B.35.KU. | ||
| View original record | To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby.................Rm/GWH. Copy to By. " " " Rm. Levallois, Sr/VA.I/HB.14.10.38 re: Bentley rear silencer - Chassis B.35.KU ------------------------------------------ With… | ||
| scan0189 | Sketch illustrating a potential crack where a mounting bracket joins a circular pipe or component. | ||
| View original record | EB 878 RIVES | ||
| scan0190 | Procedure to repair a rattling Bentley rear silencer caused by poor welding. | ||
| View original record | To: W/P - V.Allen...from Rm/GWH. Bentley Rear Silencer - Chassis B.35.KU. I have been requested to write you again with regard to dealing with rear silencer rattles. It is wrong to state that it is a… | ||
| scan0191 | Rear silencer welding issue on a Bentley chassis, specifically related to loose supporting clips. | ||
| View original record | To GWH. at Kingsbury. C. MX BY/Mtn16/N.30.9.38. Re: Bentley Chassis B-35-KU - F.B.A.Ltd., -------------------------------------- Thanks for your memo dealing with the welding of rear silencer. We… | ||
| scan0192 | Complaint about a rattle in the rear silencer for Bentley Chassis B-35-KO. | ||
| View original record | GWH. at Kingsbury. BY/Mtnll/N.27.9.38. Re: Bentley Chassis B-35-KO - F.B.A.Ltd., We have received complaint report No.P.114 relating to "rattle in the Rear Silencer", and in the remarks column it is… | ||
| scan0193 | Customer complaints of loose baffles in Bentley rear silencers and the repair procedure. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/Wym.. from Rm/GWH. c. By. Rm/GWH.16/N.14.6.38. Re: Bentley Rear Silencers. Re your memo Rm/Wym.3/JH.9.6.38. The complaints of baffles being loose in the rear silencers was reported from… | ||
| scan0194 | Investigating the failure of a Bentley silencer baffle, concluding an explosion was the likely cause. | ||
| View original record | ....From RHC/SB/GTH. o. GWH. RHC/SB/GTH.1/MC.17.6.38. RE SILENCER BAFFLE - BENTLEY After examination of the baffle referred to in Rm/GWH.18/N.10.6.38., we cannot agree with the conclusion that… | ||
| scan0195 | Investigation into rattles developing in Bentley rear silencers. | ||
| View original record | To By. o. to Rm/GWH. Rm/Wym.3/JH.9.6.38. re Bentley Rear Silencers. With reference to memo. Sr/VA.9/ET.30.5.38. concerning rattles developing in the Bentley rear silencers, the Repair Dept. in Derby… | ||
| scan0196 | Loose baffle from a Bentley B.112.LS expansion chamber, attributed to insufficient riveting. | ||
| View original record | To By.. from GWH. c. to Hm. Rm/GWH.18/N.10.6.38. Bentley B.112.LS, 8000 Miles. -------------------- I am forwarding a baffle taken out of a front expansion chamber found loose and rattling. It is… | ||
| scan0197 | Rattle in Bentley rear silencers, identifying the cause as a faulty clip or loose rivets. | ||
| View original record | To Bentley Motors Ltd. Darby............... [Wks. crossed out] Copy to [Dye. crossed out] [text crossed out] Rm/GWH. Levallois Sr/VA9/ET.30.5.38 Re: BENTLEY REAR SILENCERS -------------------------… | ||
| scan0198 | Complaint about a rattling exhaust system on a Bentley due to a failed lagging clip. | ||
| View original record | HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX, Indre. France. Rm/GWH/4/JAB. 11th January 1937. To. Rm. COMPLAINTS. Exhaust system In December I sent a memo and a sketch dealing with the rear lagging clip on the front… | ||
| scan0199 | Modification to the expansion chambers on 3½-litre and 4¼-litre Bentley models to prevent a rattling clip. | ||
| View original record | Mr. Easton. Mr. Webb. Mr. Fraser. Mr. Williams. Mr. Conway. Inspection Dept. 1st December, 1936. EXPANSION CHAMBERS 3½-litre and 4¼-litre Bentley. --------------- It frequently occurs that the rear… | ||
| scan0200 | Revised policy on the replacement and reasonable life of car silencers. | ||
| View original record | To: Hd. N. Levallois c. W/S - C c. Rm. c. GWH (K) c. D/BP. c. D/L REPLACEMENT OF SILENCERS The reasonable life of a silencer has previously been placed at 5 years, and any failure between 3 and 5… | ||
| scan0201 | Modification to the exhaust system of car 26.G.VI to cure a whistle. | ||
| View original record | W/K - Mr. Hancock. Rm/Wym.11/JH.16.9.38. 26.G.VI. Exhaust System. [STAMP] SEP 18 The above car is at present at Park Ward's for modifications to the body, prior to becoming a demonstration car for… | ||
| scan0202 | Inquiry regarding the fitment and performance of a rubber suspension made for a 25/30HP chassis silencer. | ||
| View original record | W/Kingsbury GWH LA7/T14.9.38 re. 25/30HP. Silencer Suspension I should be interested to know if you have yet been able to fix up the rubber suspension we made up for you for the above type of chassis.… | ||
| scan0203 | Fitting of a rubber suspension to Chassis GAN-54 for reliability tests. | ||
| View original record | To By.. from Rm/GWH. Rm/GWH.18/N.8.9.38. Chassis GAN-54 - Sales Demonstration. Exhaust System. We have had the rubber suspension fitted to the above car for reliability tests. The mileage when fitted… | ||
| scan0204 | 20 HP fan's potential for overheating and suggestions for improvement. | ||
| View original record | V5220 To BY. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rml/LG17.7.28. 20 HP. FAN. X5220 / X 766 At the present moment the 20 HP. is very much more likely to suffer from over-heating than the 40/50 HP. We went to a great deal of… | ||
| scan0205 | Request for the manufacture of three roller-chain sprockets and the supply of chain for an indicator drive. | ||
| View original record | RHC. from Hs/Tsn. V5220 Hs/Tsnl/LG3.9.28. CHAIN DRIVE FOR INDICATOR. V862 Attached are a sprocket to fit a tapered and keyed shaft, and a print shewing some dimensions of another sprocket. Please make… | ||
| scan0206 | Requesting a set of fan blades for the 20 HP chassis to increase radiator cooling capacity. | ||
| View original record | BY/CS. c. Hs/Hm. c. RHO. c. BY/SS. X5220 BY/G.24.4.29. RECEIVED 20 HP. FAN. ----------------- We would like to have a set of fan blades instructed for the 20 HP. chassis following the lines of the… | ||
| scan0207 | Standardisation of a Goodrich endless canvas rubber fan belt for the chassis. | ||
| View original record | RR 785 REVISED (10H) (DG 348 19-7-29) BM. 6/543. STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. COMMITTEE 16.9.30. X 5220. Date 11.7.30. Description of Parts. GOODRICH ENDLESS CANVAS RUBBER FAN BELT. Origin. To… | ||
| scan0208 | Standardisation of a Dunlop Rubber Fan Belt for the 25 HP Chassis. | ||
| View original record | RR 788 (10H) (3-7-30) BM. 6/2571. COMPLETED 11.2.31. X5220. STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Date 14.1.31. Description of Parts: Dunlop Rubber Fan Belt. 25 HP Chassis. Origin: To increase efficiency… | ||
| scan0209 | Standardisation document for a chassis part, detailing fitting and cost information. | ||
| View original record | STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS The number of the first chassis on which the new part will be fitted. 'T' Series. Date when chassis will be handed to test. 19th. April. Cost of scrapped material, if… | ||
| scan0210 | Position of a fan bracket for the 'Japan 3' project, referencing drawing Lec. 2889. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM E. SECRET. X.5220 E2/M14.3.31. C. to SG. WOR. HS. HY. JAPAN 3. POSITION Of FAN. We send you herewith Lec. 2889. shewing theabove, giving position of fan bracket facing. This should also apply… | ||
| scan0211 | Reversing the hand of the fan bracket and requiring a new spindle forging. | ||
| View original record | R. FROM E. x520. E4/M14.3.32. C. to SG. WOR. HS. By. J. 3. FAN MOUNTING. X.5220 Now that we have made more drawings of the front of the engine and seen the engine itself, we want to reverse the hand… | ||
| scan0212 | Requesting the acquisition of competitor fans (Chrysler 6, Terraplane Eight) to troubleshoot issues on a 25 HP car. | ||
| View original record | W/S. To Lp. from Hs/Lid. X5220 Hs/Lid.9/KT.15.6.33. 25 HP. FANS. We are having a certain amount of trouble with fans on this car and think that we could quickly obtain some useful information by… | ||
| scan0213 | Letter regarding obtaining fans from Chrysler and Terraplane cars, and the unsatisfactory performance of petrol pumps on specific models. | ||
| View original record | private. To Lid. from Lp. X522? Lp.12/PH.16.6.33. Dear Lidsey, Thank you for your note and I will make an effort to obtain for you fans from a Chrysler 6 and Terraplane Eight. Rm tells me GLN-60 will… | ||
| scan0214 | Confirming the dispatch of a Chrysler Fan for the 25 HP model to the Works Stores. | ||
| View original record | S/W. To Hs/Lid. from Lp. Copy to Wor. Re: 25 HP. FANS. With reference to Hs/Lid.9/KT.15.6.33., the Chrysler Fan has been sent to the Works Stores so presumably you have received same. Will you please… | ||
| scan0215 | Confirming receipt of a Chrysler fan for 25 HP fan tests. | ||
| View original record | W/S. To Lp. from Hs/Lid. c. Wor. X1220 Hs/Lid.3/KT.5.7.33. 25 HP. Fan Tests. Lp.2/LAM.4.7.33. Thank you for sending the Chrysler Fan, this has been received safely. There is nothing more you can do… | ||
| scan0216 | Modification to the 20/25 HP fan to reduce noise and requesting its standardization. | ||
| View original record | X5220 To Br. from E/JNR. E/JNR.8/HP.13.7.33. c. Hs. re 20/25/HP. Fan. We send you herewith: LeC.3570 showing the fan with the trailing edges of the tips cut away to a curved shape. This has been… | ||
| scan0217 | Standardisation of parts for a cooling fan to reduce noise. | ||
| View original record | RR 788A (5H) (52674, 16-10-33) BM. 3/262/6. X5220 COMPLETED 24.11.33. 20/25 STANDARDISATION of PARTS. Date 10.11.33 X No. 5220. Drawing E. No. 59639. Part List Description of Parts. COOLING FAN.… | ||
| scan0218 | Request to make two 25 HP fans for testing, alongside a comparison of Harrison Vee and Marston Mark III radiator matrices. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. From Hs/GWH. X5220 Hs/GWH.S/KWD.1.34. 20/25 HP. Fan Experiments. ------------------------- Will you please make for Test purposes two 25 HP. Fans - 1st present Bentley, 2nd to LeC.3748 (P.R… | ||
| scan0219 | Request to manufacture a fan spacing distance piece for a 25HP model to reduce the fan's distance from the radiator. | ||
| View original record | X5220 RHC. From Hs/Std. Hs/Std.14/MA.15.6.34. Will you please have one Fan (25HP) Spacing distance piece made to accompanying sketch - this is to decrease the distance of the fan from the radiator.… | ||
| scan0220 | Requesting the manufacture of an altered 20/25 HP asymmetrical fan. | ||
| View original record | 45220 RHC. From Hs/Std. Hs/Std.6/MA.18.6.34. 20/25 HP. ASYMMETRICAL FAN. Will you please have a fan flange and set of blades made as instructed for an asymetrical fan in memo By/CS.3/EH.9.2.34., but… | ||
| scan0221 | Request to construct two 20/25HP fans with blades similar to the Phantom II, one with symmetrical and one with asymmetrical placement. | ||
| View original record | X5220 RHC. From Hs/Std. Hs/Std.9/MA.20.6.34. 25HP. Fan. We wish to try a 20/25HP. Fan with blades of similar shape to the present Phantom II. Such a fan has already been detailed (… | ||
| scan0222 | The measured deflection of a 20/25HP fan belt under load. | ||
| View original record | X5220 E. From Hs/Std: Hs/Std.6/MA.3.8.34. DEFLECTION OF 20/25HP. FAN BELT UNDER LOAD. We have measured the minimum distance between the centre liner of the timing gears oil inlet union and the outer… | ||
| scan0223 | Request for an experimental fan to be built with staggered blades for a 20/25 HP engine. | ||
| View original record | x5220 RHC. From Hs/Std. Hs/Std.2/MA.3.10.34. Will you please have an experimental fan built up, precisely similar to the present standard 20/25 HP. fan, except that its blades are to be staggered so… | ||
| scan0224 | Crack in a Bentley & 20/25 flexible blade fan and requesting a design modification. | ||
| View original record | x524 To RHC. Hs/Std.6/JH.19.3.36. Bentley & 20/25 Flexible Bladed Fan. We have run the 20/25 flexible blade fan which you built up for us on the test bed and the results obtained are promising.… | ||
| scan0225 | Graph showing power loss comparison for different fan types against engine RPM. | ||
| View original record | 25/30 RR POWER LOSS FAN UNIT C.17 COMP RATIO 6:1 (E60660) INLET VALVE 1.350 EXH " 1.260 INDN PIPE E60874 STROMBERG DB 42 CARB (LEC 4883) STD 20/25 CAMSHAFT PISTONS E60632 (DIE CAST) ① NO FAN ② STD… | ||
| scan0226 | Request to build a second 20/25 HP flexible blade fan to compare different steel blade thicknesses. | ||
| View original record | x524 To RHC. HS/Std.1/JH. 3.4.36. 20/25 HP. Flexible Blade Fans. We should like you to build up the second flexible blade 20/25 fan which you are completing with blades of steel .012" thick, some of… | ||
| scan0227 | Failure and proposed redesign of the 20/25 HP & Bentley flexible blade fans. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. x 5V4 Hs/Std.4/JH.15.5.36. 20/25 HP. & Bentley Flexible Blade Fans. We received one of these fans over 2 months ago and after 10 hours endurance on the test beds a crack developed in one of… | ||
| scan0228 | Replacing an incorrectly fitted Bentley fan with a standard 25 HP fan on car 21-G-IV. | ||
| View original record | x524- To RHC. Hs/Std.14/JH.1.7.36. While 21-G-IV car is in the shop for change of piston rings, will you please fit a standard 25 HP fan to this car together with a 25 HP driving pulley (if this is… | ||
| scan0229 | Loose outer rivets on the 25/30 HP fan, suggesting a replacement with a larger Bentley-size rivet. | ||
| View original record | To E. c. to By. x524 Hs/Std. 8/JH. 24.9.36. 25/30 HP Fan. In the last reports on 22-G-V in England and in France, G.W.H. states that the outer rivet on one of the fan blades twice worked loose. A… | ||
| scan0230 | Rivet load issues on the 25/30 HP fan and proposing modifications. | ||
| View original record | 524 Rm/Std Hives Rm/STD BY. --- c. Hs. Sft. Hs/Std. E/JNR. Hs/GWH. 25/30 HP. Fan. Referring to Hs/Std.8/JH.24.9.36, it seems fairly clear that the outer rivet on the 25/30 HP. fan is taking very much… | ||
| scan0231 | Tests comparing different types of pressed fan blades for Bentley and 25/30 HP cars. | ||
| View original record | To Da. from Rm/Std. c. RHC. c. By. Handwritten: J 524 Rm/Std.3/AP.4.5.37 Handwritten: see 324 REPORT ON TESTS ON PRESSED SETS OF FAN BLADES FOR BENTLEY AND 25/30.HP. CARS. Handwritten: See 224 We have… | ||
| scan0232 | Summary proposing the adoption of a new, cheaper, and more reliable fan blade set for 25/30.HP and Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/Std.3/AP.4.5.37 Summary We think that the fan blade set to EW.947 should be adopted for 25/30.HP. and Bentley cars - it should be cheaper than the present standard blade sets and should be more… | ||
| scan0233 | Comparison of different fan types tested on a Bentley car B.56.BN at Brooklands. | ||
| View original record | SHEET.1. Comparison of Fans at Brooklands on Bentley car B.56.BN. (a) 30 M.P.H. Full Throttle. FAN Critical Air Temperature °C. Std. 25/30. Fan blades. 46.4 RHC. pressed Fan blades. 44.2 EW.947 fan… | ||
| scan0234 | Comparison of different fan blades and their critical air temperature under idling conditions on a 22.C.V. car. | ||
| View original record | SHEET 2. COMPARISON OF FANS UNDER IDLING CONDITIONS ON 22.C.V. CAR. ENGINE IDLING AT APPROX. 600 R.P.M. IN EACH CASE FOR AT LEAST 20 MINUTES. FAN Critical Air Temperature °C. Std. 25/30. fan blades.… | ||
| scan0235 | Potential issue with transfer holes on Bentley Chassis B.65.JT. | ||
| View original record | To GWH. at K.... from Mx. Mx.24/N.23.1.39. Re: Bentley Chassis B.65.JT. - Smiley. [Stamped: JAN 24 A.M. 1939] Thanks for your note Rm/GWH.6/N.20.1.39. I agree that the transfer holes are not a… | ||
| scan0236 | Selector trouble issue on a Bentley Chassis B.65.JY. | ||
| View original record | To Mx.... from Rm/GWH. Rm/GWH.6/N.20.1.39. Re: Bentley Chassis B.65.JY - Smiley. Selector Trouble. With reference to your memo Mx.12/G 14.1.39, when this trouble was discussed with me, I remembered… | ||
| scan0237 | Potential issue with the selector rod housing on a Bentley B.65-JY car. | ||
| View original record | GWH. (K). Mx.12/G.14.1.39. [STAMP: 1939] RE: BENTLEY B.65-JY. SMILEY. With reference to your memo and K's report (K.138), we feel that the trouble on this car is possibly due to the transfer holes in… | ||
| scan0238 | Technical drawing showing a section view of a mechanical component. | ||
| View original record | ALL DIMENSIONS ARE EXPRESSED IN INCHES. ALL LIMITS IN THOUSANDTHS OF AN INCH. SCALE MACHINE ALL OVER OR WHERE MARKED THUS HEAT TREAT BRINELL STANTON. TITLE. MATERIAL SPEC'N N.o REPLACE ALL COPIES TO… | ||
| scan0239 | Forwarding blueprints for a 'central change' modification and discussing related parts. | ||
| View original record | To By/Mtn... from Rm/GWH. Rm/GWH.20/N.8.12.38. Re: Central Change. -------------------- With reference to your memo BY/Mtn.1/N.21.11.38, I am forwarding to you the blueprints of the central change… | ||
| scan0240 | Cost and parts required to fit a central change to a Wraith chassis. | ||
| View original record | GWH. at K. BY/Mtnl/N.21.11.38. Re: Central Change. We have received a request from Sales to know if we can fit a central change to a Wraith chassis. We have informed Sales this can be done, and the… | ||
| scan0241 | Photographs of a centre change speed gearbox modification for a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | To By.. from Rm/GWH. Rm/GWH.30/N.25.10.38. Bentley - Centre Change Speed. I am enclosing two photographs of the centre change speed, made and adapted to the gearbox by Kingsbury at Sg's request.… | ||
| scan0242 | Complaint of a knock from the change speed lever in top gear on a Bentley, caused by the selector lever fouling the speedometer drive shaft. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Rm/GWH. c. RHC. Rm/GWH.23/N.8.7.38. Bentley Complaint of knock of Change Speed Lever when in top gear. ------------------- We have had two cases of the above complaint in this week. A… | ||
| scan0243 | Decision to not proceed with cold Fescol depositing for Bentley gearbox shafts due to the high cost. | ||
| View original record | File Copy To By. from Rm/GWH. -------------------- RM/GWH.5/N.15.11.37. Re: Bentley Gearbox - 3rd.Motion Shafts. ---------------------------------------- With regard to my memo of the 13th.ult. and… | ||
| scan0244 | Tables of box ratios and overall ratios for a 'D' style gearbox, noted as 'Bentley old'. | ||
| View original record | D Style Gear Box (Bentley old.) Box Ratios Top | 3rd | 2nd | 1st & Rev Constant mesh 1.81 1 | 1.33 | 1.63 | 2.64 Overall Ratios Top Axle Ratio | 3rd | 2nd | 1st & Rev 3.3 (50/15) | 4.39 | 5.38 | 8.7… | ||
| scan0245 | The examination and repair of Bentley Gearbox 3rd Motion Shafts. | ||
| View original record | GWH. Rm. BY.12/N.16.10.37. Bentley Gearbox - 3rd. Motion Shafts. Referring to your memo Rm/GWH.4/N.13.10.37, I have examined the shafts returned and am in agreement with you having them Fescolised to… | ||
| scan0246 | Excessive wear on two Bentley gearbox third motion shafts and a proposal for repair. | ||
| View original record | To BY. from Rm/GWH. c. Rm Rm/GWH.4/N.13.10.37. BENTLEY GEARBOX - THIRD MOTION SHAFTS. ------------------------------------ We are sending you as a matter of interest, two 3rd. motion shafts taken out… | ||
| scan0247 | Failure of a Bentley gearbox bearing due to an overly tight fit in the casing. | ||
| View original record | W/K. To Rm/GWH. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.3/AP.15.6.37 BENTLEY GEARBOX BEARINGS. Sometime ago you sent us a set of bearings off a customer's car for a complaint of noise. Unfortunately we have lost the memo… | ||
| scan0248 | Bentley third gear complaint and the subsequent repair. | ||
| View original record | HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. Rm/GWH/7/JAB. 13th February 1937. To. Rm. c. RHC. BENTLEY COMPLAINT. While in Paris, a complaint case came in of third gear trouble. When the box was hot,… | ||
| scan0249 | Two faults found on a Bentley, an oil leak from the gearbox and a damaged rear axle pinion. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. November 13th. 1936. Chassis No. B.16.HK. Complaint of oil leak from gear box. We have had a Bentley in with a gear box leaking oil. This box is practically new having run only 1197 miles. Upon… | ||