Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Secret memo regarding the work required in the Drawing Office for three experimental cars, including the Silver Wraith. | ||
| View original record | 666, 800, 450d dwg 1260. SECRET. HPS. from Rm. c. By. c. Da. c. Ev. c. Hdy. c. Jnr. Rm5/R.18.7.38. With reference to the attached specification for the next three experimental cars to be built, it is… | ||
| scan0002 | Specifications for car models 9.B.V., 2.B.50, and 30.G.VI (Silver Wraith). | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/Gry. c. By. c. Da. c. Ev. c. Hdy. c. Jnr. Rm/Gry.1/MH.18.7.38. 9.B.V., 2.B.50 and 30.G.VI (Silver Wraith). We can give you the following particulars about these cars:- 9.B.V. This… | ||
| scan0003 | List of exceptions and modifications for chassis models 2.B.50 and 30.G.VI (Silver Wraith). | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/Gry.1/MH.18.7.38. 2.B.50. As 1.B.50 except for:- (1) Frame with heavy gusset - details ready. (2) 56 x 2¼" rear springs - being detailed. (3) Rear spring brackets for 59" track - layout just… | ||
| scan0004 | Progress report listing the design status of various vehicle components. | ||
| View original record | -3- (9) Prop. Shaft centre brg. - scheme required for longer cross - not started. (10) Petrol Tank - scheme just started. (11) Dash - to suit raised steering column - not started. (12) Pedals and… | ||
| scan0005 | Meeting notes regarding the manufacturing of the first Silver Wraith experimental chassis 30.G.VII. | ||
| View original record | 666 also 1381. To By. Da. Rm. HPS. Ev. Da/JD. By/HEB. Roy/Les. HPS/WSC. By/CRL. SILVER WRAITH. A Conference was held in the Chassis Conference Room this morning to discover the position of manufacture… | ||
| scan0006 | Progress report detailing actions and requirements for various vehicle components, including engine mounting and jacks. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/Gry.5/MH.15.9.38. Longer Pieces. Da. agreed to urge details of these parts such as brake rods, and also the new prop. shaft centre bearing necessitated by the longer cross. Petrol Tank. This is… | ||
| scan0007 | B.50 wide track yoke, parts completion deadlines, and the urgent need for LOPs for the car body. | ||
| View original record | -3- Rm/Gry.5/MH.15.9.38. Yoke. This will be of the B.50 wide track type arranged to give the latest requirements of pivot lean. Leslie will arrange the ordering of dies. It was agreed that details of… | ||
| scan0008 | Specifications and engine plans for a Silver Wraith 30.G.VII model. | ||
| View original record | 666 sho 1260 To By. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.6/MH.3.10.38. c. HPS. c. LV. c. By/CS. c. BY/CRL. c. By/HKB. c. BY/RD. SILVER WRAITH 30.G.VII. HPS/ESC.2/CB.30.9.38. There seems some doubt as to what this car… | ||
| scan0009 | Comprehensive specification for the Silver Wraith 30.G.VII/1, detailing the gearbox, axle, and brake systems. | ||
| View original record | 666 To HPS. from Rm/Cr. c. By. c. Da. c. By/NS. c. By/CHL. c. By/HEB. c. By/CS. c. By/RD. SPECIFICATION SILVER WRAITH 30.G.VII/1. Herewith a comprehensive specification for 30.G.VII. Gearbox. Standard… | ||
| scan0010 | Specification sheet detailing components for brakes, steering, frame, and suspension systems. | ||
| View original record | -2- Brakes - Cont'd. Rod Steady GCD.752. Linkage PD.205. Hand Brake Quadrant GCD.913. Pedals FCD.8JJ (old lever). The following schemes are not required:- Front Brake Gear FCD.762. Front Brake Damper… | ||
| scan0011 | Specification sheet detailing components for the rear suspension, clutch, fuel, exhaust, and cooling systems. | ||
| View original record | -3- RM/Cr.1/WH.27.10.38. Rear Suspension. Springs Toledo Woodhead grooved section with inter-leaves. Already handed to HPS/FS. Threaded front anchorage rear spring. Damper fixing FCD.677. Spring… | ||
| scan0012 | Specification sheet detailing components including the cooling system, fan, water pump, bonnet, and heater. | ||
| View original record | -4- Rm/Cr.1/MH.27.10.38. Cooling System - Cont'd. Details and LOP's for above rad. have been issued. Fan. Dependent on engine. If Wraith engine fitted, standard Wraith fan, otherwise as instructed for… | ||
| scan0013 | Parts list with drawing numbers for the dashboard, pedals, and various electrical equipment components. | ||
| View original record | -5- Rm/Cr.1/MH.27.10.38. Dashboard. Sheet metal dash FW.1904. Pedals. As on B.III and B.50. Electrical Equipment Etc. Instrument Board. LOP.DW.191. Smith's Motor Clock. Lucas Ammeter. Battery Box.… | ||
| scan0014 | List of components including a regulator, distribution board, and foot switch with their associated part numbers. | ||
| View original record | -6- Rm/Cr.1/MM.27.10.38. Regulator and Cutout LOP.DB.1922. Distribution Board. LOP.DB.536. Foot Switch. Lucas F.S.22.H. Rm/Cr. | ||
| scan0015 | Confidential letter to coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. Ltd. about building a special body for a modified Wraith 80 chassis. | ||
| View original record | c. Da. Rm. Rm/FD. 666 8th. November 1938. BY.1/N. Confidential. Messrs.Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden London N.W.10. Dear Sirs, Re: 30.G.VI. Wraith 80. We wish you to build a body for… | ||
| scan0016 | Letter from the Chief Engineer - Chassis, requesting delivery of a body within 9 weeks. | ||
| View original record | -2- You will notice that we would like delivery of this body in 9 weeks at the latest, therefore we would be glad if you could do all you can to achieve this delivery date. Yours faithfully, FOR… | ||
| scan0017 | Specification of coachwork for an enclosed limousine, Wraith 80 model. | ||
| View original record | SPECIFICATION OF COACHWORK. ENCLOSED LIMOUSINE - 30.G.VI. - WRAITH 80. Chassis. Wheelbase 11' 1". Wraith 80 made by adding 3" to centre of frame of B.50. Wheels - 7" x 16" steel pressed. One spare… | ||
| scan0018 | Continuation of a specification sheet detailing the interior and exterior fittings of a vehicle. | ||
| View original record | Specification Cont'd. Rear Quarter Windows. Glass - Lancegaye 3/16" thick, and made to hinge. Screen. To open with central chain control. Strong frame and hinges to reduce flap when open. Glass 3/16"… | ||
| scan0019 | Continuation of vehicle specifications covering ventilation, lamps, interior fittings, and weight. | ||
| View original record | Specification Cont'd. Top Scuttle Vent. Not needed. Side Ventilator. On offside - with duct to top of scuttle. Defroster. Ducts to be provided for defrosting screen according to latest instructions… | ||
| scan0020 | Appendix of drawings related to a specification for a limousine, front pan, radiator, and car front end. | ||
| View original record | Specification Cont'd. Appendix of Drawings Herewith. FD.298. Enclosed Limousine - 1/16 scale. FW.1789. Arrgt, of Bent Front Pan. FD.233. Radiator and Mounting. FD.285. Layout of Front End of Car,… | ||
| scan0021 | Secret memo regarding the design PD.298 for an Enclosed Limousine on the first Silver Wraith 80 chassis, with coachwork by Park Ward & Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | SECRET 666 To Da... from Ev. c. By. Rm. Rm/FD. c. Da/JD. Da/Ev.14/N.14.11.38. Re: Enclosed Limousine Silver Wraith 80. 30.G.VI. We attach hereto PD.298 showing a design of Enclosed Limousine for the… | ||
| scan0022 | Design document for an Enclosed Limousine Silver Wraith 80, with a body instructed from Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | DV/ms c. Rm. 666 DA.17/G.15.11.38. RE: ENCLOSED LIMOUSINE SILVER WRAITH 80. 30.G.V1. We attach hereto PD.298 shewing a design of Enclosed Limousine for the first Silver Wraith 80 chassis 30.G.V1. A… | ||
| scan0023 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. confirming the handover of a 1/16th scale body design print for a Silver Wraith 80. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. De. Rm/FD. 666 CONFIDENTIAL. 15th.November 1938. BY.7/N. Messrs.Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden London N.W.10. Dear Sirs, 30.G.6. Silver Wraith 80. We confirm that we have handed… | ||
| scan0024 | Listing accessories not supplied with the body for the Wraith 80 - 30.G.7 model. | ||
| View original record | 666 To Rm.. from Da/Ev. c. Da. Rm/Std. Rm/RC. (text struck through) c. Da/JD. BY/RD. Rm/FD. Da/Ev.10/N.17.11.38. Re Accessories - Wraith 80 - 30.G.7. Not supplied with Body. (1) Headlamps. - Lucas… | ||
| scan0025 | Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. correcting the nomenclature for the first experimental Silver Wraith 80 chassis. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Da. Rm/FD. 666 CONFIDENTIAL. 18th. November 1938. BY.6/N. Messrs.Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. Dear Sirs, Re: Silver Wraith 80 - 30.G.7. We have to apologise… | ||
| scan0026 | Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding a print for the Silver Wraith front apron and bumper. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Da. Rm/FD. 666 CONFIDENTIAL. 18th.November 1938. BY.7/N. Messrs.Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. Dear Sirs, Re: Silver Wraith 80 - 30.G.7. We send you herewith a… | ||
| scan0027 | Clarifying the correct caster angle for the Silver Wraith steering system. | ||
| View original record | 666 To HPS. from Rm/FJH. Rm/FJH.10/MH.5.12.38. SILVER WRAITH STEERING. There appears to be some doubt in the shop as to the correct caster angle for 30.G.VII. We herewith confirm that the angle should… | ||
| scan0028 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding chassis 30.G.Vll, confirming a change to Everall door locks and requesting the production of duralumin seats. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Da. Rm/FD. 666 CONFIDENTIAL. 13th. December 1938. BY.5/N. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden London N.W.10. Dear Sirs, Re: Chassis 30.G.Vll. (Wraith 80). We confirm that… | ||
| scan0029 | Confidential letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. requesting a dashboard contour drawing for a Wraith 80 car. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Da. RM/FD. 666 CONFIDENTIAL. 14th. December 1938. BY.14/N. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. Dear Sirs, Re: Wraith 80 ( 30.G.V11). Would you please send us… | ||
| scan0030 | Schemes for mounting front permanent jacks on the Wraith 80. | ||
| View original record | HHS c. BY/FS. c. Rm. c. De/JD. 666. DA.1/G.15.12.38. WRAITH 80. (30G Vll). FRONT PERMANENT JACKS. Please receive herewith the following scheme :- F.CD.1107 Temporary scheme for Mounting Front Jacks.… | ||
| scan0031 | Delay in the completion of a Silver Wraith body, updating the delivery date. | ||
| View original record | Sg. [REDACTED] c. Rm. 666. BY.17/G.23.12.38. SECRET. SILVER WRAITH. RE: COMPLETION OF BODY - 30-G-V11. After our discussion on Monday evening and Tuesday morning last, it occurred to me that the date… | ||
| scan0032 | Scheme for the bonnet and dashboard shape for the Wraith 80 model, including projection for a sloping dash. | ||
| View original record | BY/NS c. Rm. c. Des/JD 666 DA.23/G.29.12.38. STEADMAN. WRAITH 80. (30.G.V11). BONNET AND DASHBOARD. Please receive herewith the following scheme :- F.CD.1123 Projection of Bonnet shape for Sloping… | ||
| scan0033 | The design of a bonnet valance strip and catches for the Wraith 80 model. | ||
| View original record | 666 DX/NS. c. Rm. c. Da/JD. DA.21/G.29.12.38. STEADMAN WRAITH 80 (30.G.V11). BONNET. hWR / sm Please receive herewith the following scheme :- F.CD.1114 Bonnet Valance Strip. The above scheme shews the… | ||
| scan0034 | The correct length of the headlamp support tube for chassis 30.G.Vll. | ||
| View original record | To Da.. from Ev. c. Rm. c. Rm/Std. 666 Da/Ev.1/N.4.1.39. 30.G.Vll - Radiator. We have now been able to ascertain that the length of the headlamp support tube measured from the base of there forging on… | ||
| scan0035 | Design of wing stays, headlamps and horns for the Silver Wraith 80. | ||
| View original record | 666 To Da. from Ev. c. to Rm. R__/Std. Da/Ev.19/G.4.1.39. RE: WING STAYS, LAMPS AND HORNS. SILVER WRAITH 80. 30-G-7. On PD.345 herewith we shew the wing stays, headlamps and horns for the Silver… | ||
| scan0036 | Instruction to fit longer Head Lamp Tubes to a Wraith 80 Chassis to accommodate wing conditions. | ||
| View original record | [Scribbled out text] 666. c. Rm/Std. BY/CS2/EH.5.1.39. Re Wraith 80 Chassis - 30-G-VII. [Signature] Radiator - Section 5250. In accordance with Da/Ev.1/N.4.1.39, will you please instruct the following… | ||
| scan0037 | Letter confirming an agreement for body framing and chassis delivery for a Wraith 80, chassis 30.G.V11. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Da. Rm FD. 666 7th. January 1938. BY.11/N. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Lrd., 473, High Road, Willesden London N.W.10. Dear Sirs, Re: Wraith 80 - Chassis 30.G.V11. We confirm herewith that on… | ||
| scan0038 | Letter to coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding prints for an Enclosed Limousine. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Dr. Rm/FD. 666 12th. January 1939. BY.10/C. Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd., 473 High Road, Willesden, London. N.W.10. Dear Sirs, Re Enclosed Limousine E.C.G.7. We have much pleasure in sending… | ||
| scan0039 | Scheme for the bonnet eye and scuttle recess on Wraith 80 chassis 30.G.VII with a sloping dashboard. | ||
| View original record | BY/NS. c. Rm. c. Da/JD. 666 DA.5/G.13.1.39. STEADYMAN WRAITH 80. CHASSIS 30.G.VII. BONNET. W.A. Rufory Please receive herewith the following scheme :- F.CD.1146 Bonnet Eye. The above scheme shews the… | ||
| scan0040 | Comparing the weight and material cost of the Wraith Replacement chassis with other models. | ||
| View original record | 666 also 658 Sg. from Rm. Hs. c. HY. c. Da. c. MX. c. RBC. Rm5/R.13.1.39. Attached is the weight of the Wraith Replace- ment chassis, compared with the existing Wraith chassis. We anticipate that the… | ||
| scan0041 | Complete chassis weight for model 30.G.7 and comparing it to a standard production Wraith. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. from Rm/FD. c. to Hs. c. to By. c. to Da. c. to Mx. c. to RHC. 30.G.7. Chassis Weight. We give below the complete chassis weight of the above as received on test 5.1.39. Chassis complete with… | ||
| scan0042 | Confidential letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding a technical drawing for chassis 30.G.VII. | ||
| View original record | Rm 666 CONFIDENTIAL. 14th.January 1939. BY.8/N. Messrs.Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. Dear Sirs, Re: Chassis 30.G.VII. We returned to you during our visit yesterday… | ||
| scan0043 | Five points of attention for the 30.G.VII hydraulic brake system. | ||
| View original record | file 666 To By. c. to Da. c. to HPS. Rm/JBD.1/JH.14.1.39. 30.G.VII Brakes. The following points have had to receive attention on the above chassis which is fitted with hydraulic brakes on the front.… | ||
| scan0044 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. confirming finishing instructions for a car, chassis 30.G.VII. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Rm/FD. Da. 666 CONFIDENTIAL. 3rd. February 1939. BY.14/N. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden London N.W.10. Dear Sirs, Re: 30.G.VII. ----------- We confirm our telegram sent… | ||
| scan0045 | Letter to coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the body details and delivery schedule for an Enclosed Limousine. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Bm/FD. Ds. 666 CONFIDENTIAL. 8th. February 1939. BY.12/N. Messrs.Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. Dear Sirs, Re: Enclosed Limousine 30.G.7. We thank you for your… | ||
| scan0046 | Request for permission to deliver a 30 HP chassis and spares to Messrs. Park Ward in Willesden. | ||
| View original record | 666 To Hd. c. to Mr. Barkworth. Rm/FD.9/JH.18.2.39. Will you please give your permission for the transport lorry to deliver a Rolls-Royce 30 H.P. chassis and spares to Messrs. Park Ward, High Road,… | ||
| scan0047 | Confidential letter instructing Park Ward & Co. Ltd. to fit an instrument board to chassis 30.G.VII. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Rm/FD. Da. 666 21st. February 1939. BY.7/N. CONFIDENTIAL. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473. High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. Dear Sirs, Re: Chassis 30.G.VII. Will you please arrange to fit… | ||
| scan0048 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. requesting alterations to the dashboard and steering wheel for chassis 30.G.V11. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. c. Rm/FD. 666 CONFIDENTIAL. 25th. February 1939. BY.6/G. Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd., 473 High Road, Willesden, LONDON. N.W.10. For the attention of Mr. Ward. Dear Sirs, RE: CHASSIS 30.G.V11.… | ||
| scan0049 | Letter to coachbuilder Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. listing the required blueprints for fitting a bonnet to chassis 30.G.VII. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Rm/FD. Da. 666 28th. February 1939. BY/19/N. Messrs.Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. Attention of Mr.Ward. Dear Sirs, Re: Chassis 30.G.VII. ---------------- As we… | ||
| scan0050 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. concerning bodywork and component adjustments for chassis 30-G-Vll. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. c. Rm/WD 666 9th. March 1939. BY.5/G. Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, LONDON. N.W.10. For the attention of Mr. Ward. Dear Sirs, RE: CHASSIS 30-G-Vll. We confirm that… | ||
| scan0051 | Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding wing stays and headlamp brackets. | ||
| View original record | Rm. 666 10th. March 1939. CONFIDENTIAL. BY.25/N. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. Dear Sirs, Re: 30.G.Vll. With reference to your telephone call this morning, we… | ||
| scan0052 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding a revised blueprint for chassis 30.G.Vll. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Rm/FD. Da. 6.66 13th. March 1939. CONFIDENTIAL. BY.7/N. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. For the attention of Mr.Ward. Dear Sir, Re: Chassis 30.G.Vll. We… | ||
| scan0053 | Modification to the bonnet hook centres for the Wraith 80 chassis. | ||
| View original record | 666 BY/NS. (crossed out) DY/NS. c. Rm. (crossed out) c. Rm/Mr.Hardy. c. DA/JB. (crossed out) DA.1/G.14.3.39. AH (handwritten initials) WRAITH 80. (CHASSIS 30-G-V11). BONNET. F.CD.1135. In order that… | ||
| scan0054 | Requesting the despatch of one car heater to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. for an experimental chassis. | ||
| View original record | 666 To Hq/FC. c. to D/BP. Rm/FD.5/MH.14.3.39. We are sending into the stores one car heater. Will you please despatch this to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London, N.W.10.… | ||
| scan0055 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. about dispatching and fitting a car heater and other parts. | ||
| View original record | 666 c. DA/JD. Experimental Dept. Rm/ED. 6/MH. 14th. March, 1939. Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, LONDON, N.W.10. Dear Sirs, We are despatching to-day an A.C. car heater for… | ||
| scan0056 | Letter from Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the fitting of an A.C. car heater and other parts for chassis 30.G.VII. | ||
| View original record | 666 PARK WARD & CO. LTD COACHBUILDERS OFFICIALLY APPOINTED RETAILERS OF ROLLS ROYCE CARS DIRECTORS A.T.ROBERTS W.M.PARK C.W.WARD W.C.THORNE J.A.FALCONER C.A.FALCONER W.S.PAGE (SHOWROOMS - 40 CONDUIT… | ||
| scan0057 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the dispatch of a rear bumper and support arms for chassis 30.G.7. | ||
| View original record | 666 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/FD.3/JH. 20th. March, 1939. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473 High Road, Willesden, LONDON.S.W.10. re 30.G.7. Dear Sirs, We are despatching today the rear bumper for… | ||
| scan0058 | Confirming a rear bumper and support arms are being sent to stores for an experimental chassis. | ||
| View original record | 666 To Hd/FC. c. to D/BP. Rm/FD.4/JH.20.3.39. We are sending into the stores today - 1 rear bumper FB.5410 and a pair of bumper support arms. These are for 30.G.7. exptl. chassis now being fitted with… | ||
| scan0059 | Letter from the Experimental Department regarding the dispatch of rear lamps and bumper support arms for chassis 30.G.7. | ||
| View original record | 666 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/FD.3/JH. 20th. March, 1939. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473 High Road, Willesden, LONDON.S.W.10. re 30.G.7. Dear Sirs, We are despatching today the rear lamps for… | ||
| scan0060 | Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co. Ltd regarding the despatch of a rear bumper with longer support arms. | ||
| View original record | 666 PARK WARD & CO LTD COACHBUILDERS OFFICIALLY APPOINTED RETAILERS OF ROLLS ROYCE CARS (SHOWROOMS - 40 CONDUIT STREET) 473 HIGH ROAD, WILLESDEN LONDON N.W.10 DIRECTORS: A.T.ROBERTS W.M.PARK C.W.WARD… | ||
| scan0061 | Requesting the fabrication of four sets of wheel disc parts for an upcoming car inspection. | ||
| View original record | 6616 To HPS. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.2/MH.28.3.39. 30.G.VII. Sg. is inspecting this car next Monday to criticise its appearance. we have persuaded Cornercrofts to make for us a set of discs shown on the… | ||
| scan0062 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding delivery arrangements and the return of borrowed parts. | ||
| View original record | 6664 404 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/FD.11/JH. 30th. March, 1939. Messrs, Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473 High Road, Willesden, LODNON.N.W.10. Dear Sirs, We should be very pleased if you could let the writer… | ||
| scan0063 | Weight analysis for a Silver Wraith Enclosed Limousine supplied by Park Ward & Co. | ||
| View original record | 666 To Rm... from Ev. c. By. Da. c. Rm/FD. Da/JD. Da/Ev.6/N.30.3.39. Silver Wraith Enclosed Limousine, 30.G.Vll. Below we give the weight analysis of the above car as supplied by Messrs.Park Ward &… | ||
| scan0064 | The dispatch of two borrowed heater pipe nipples. | ||
| View original record | 666? To Hd/FC. c. to D/BP. Rm/FD.12/JH.30.3.39. Will you please despatch today 2 heater pipe nipples which should be handed to Mr. Penny, these were borrowed for 30.G.7. Rm/FD. | ||
| scan0065 | Giving instructions for modifications to pistons, a gearbox damper, and shock dampers. | ||
| View original record | 666 To HPS. from Rm/FD. Rm/FD.7/JH.30.3.39. 30.G.7. (1) Will you please have a set of .2" raised crown pistons fitted. (2) Fit a top gearbox torque damper similar to GOD.1249. (3) Remove front shock… | ||
| scan0066 | Specifications for a rear axle for an 8-cylinder car destined for France. | ||
| View original record | 666 To HPS. from Rm/Gry. c. By/CRL. c. By/NS. Rm/Gry.2/MH.31.3.39. 30.G.VII. This car will be going to France with an 8-cylinder engine. The rear axle should be as follows:- (1) .650 hypoid… | ||
| scan0067 | Complete weight analysis for chassis model 30.G.7. | ||
| View original record | 666 To Ry. c. to Da. c. to Da/Ev. c. to Mx. Rm/FD.8/JH.5.4.39. Herewith a complete Weight Analysis of 30.G.7. Chassis Weight. Together with the following - Battery, 18 galls. petrol, bonnet, 1 spare… | ||
| scan0068 | Letter arranging a meeting to test a car (30-G-VII) and inspect another chassis (9-B-V). | ||
| View original record | 666. By Bag. S/W. Rm. re- 30-G-VII. Cx5/KW5.4.39. According to arrangements made at W. yesterday,it is understood I shall meet you on Thursday, the 13th instant, with a view to trying the above car,… | ||
| scan0069 | Changing a meeting place for trying cars from Kettering to 'The George' in Stamford. | ||
| View original record | 666. W/S. Cx. from Rm. Rm8/R.5.4.39. 30.G.VII. With reference to Cx5/KW5.4.39., Kettering was only used as a meeting place for trying cars because it was convenient for anyone coming up from London by… | ||
| scan0070 | Short typed memo confirming a meeting arrangement at the George Hotel, Stamford. | ||
| View original record | 666. S/W. Rm. 30-G-VII. Cx2/KW.6.4.39. Rm Thanks for Rm8/R5.4.39, and I will arrange to meet you at the George Hotel, Stamford, at 1 o'clock on Thursday, April 13th. Cx. Kueb | ||
| scan0071 | Comparative test drive between car model 30-G-VII and the WXA-37 London Trials Saloon, with initial driver feedback. | ||
| View original record | 666 SECRET. Sg. c. to Hs. c. " BY. c. " Rm. c. " Mrr. 30-G-VII. C.3/KW14.4.39. I met Rm. and Mx. at Stamford yesterday, where I was able to try this car between Stamford and Derby. We made some… | ||
| scan0072 | Footrest position and excess heat in the front compartment of an experimental car. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Cx3/KW14.4.39. 1. further forward, or alternatively there be fitted a small ledge on which one's foot could rest for light throttle openings, This would relieve this discomfort. 2. There… | ||
| scan0073 | List of work instructions for car 30.G.7, including fitting an engine and modifying the brake and steering systems. | ||
| View original record | 666 To HPS. Rm/FD.2/JH.19.4.39. 30.G.7. Will you please arrange for the following work to be carried out on the above car - (1) Fit 8 cyl. engine unit No.B.80 No.1. (2) Remove the hydraulic brake… | ||
| scan0074 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. providing feedback and criticism on a trial of an enclosed limousine. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Rm/FD. 666 19th. April 1939. CONFIDENTIAL. BY.23/N. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. Dear Sirs, Re: 30.G.7 - Enclosed Limousine. We have had a chance of… | ||
| scan0075 | The requirements for heater connections on chassis 30.G.VII. | ||
| View original record | 666 To HPS. c. to Rm/ABR. Rm/Ed.6/JH.24.4.39. Heater Connections on 30.G.VII. Two Rotherham taps will be required for the job, one being fitted in the rear core plug in the cylinder head and the other… | ||
| scan0076 | Request to remove front dampers and hand them to W.Bell for conversion to the controllable type. | ||
| View original record | 666 To HPS. c. to HPS/WB. Rm/Clm.7/JH.24.4.39. 30.G.VII. Front Dampers. We wish to convert these dampers to the controllable type. Will you therefore please remove them and hand them to W.Bell for… | ||
| scan0077 | Customer's criticism of occasional seat knee room in a Silver Wraith. | ||
| View original record | 666 W/S. Cx. from Rm. c. Sg. Rm6/R.28.4.39. We have gone into the question of the occasional seats on the Silver Wraith, 30.G.VI, the position of which you criticise with regard to knee room. We are… | ||
| scan0078 | Preliminary road test report for the 30.G.VII fitted with an 8-cylinder high power engine. | ||
| View original record | Secret 666 v 10HH Eg. from RM. Hc. c. Hy. c. Ds. c. HHC. c. Mx. c. NFS. c. Da. c. Ev. c. Ds/Jnr. Rm15/R.28.4.30. 8-cylinder High Power Unit. 30.G.VII fitted with the 8-cylinder high power engine was… | ||
| scan0079 | The initial trial and performance of a new 8-Cylinder Rationalised Engine. | ||
| View original record | 666 Hs. from Rm. Rm6/R.29.4.39. 8-Cylinder Rationalised Engine. This unit has only been in the chassis for 48 hours, and, therefore, it is unnecessary to point out that there are a number of things… | ||
| scan0080 | Instruction memo to shorten a 3rd and 4th sliding piece for a gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 666. To HPS. Rm/FD.14/JH.8.5.39. 30.G.7. Gearbox. Please have the 3rd. and 4th. sliding piece shortened .050" at each end to Rm/Gry. instructions. Rm/FD. | ||
| scan0081 | 'Secret' memo detailing a positive test drive review of an 8-Cylinder High Power Unit car after a 190-mile run. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y Secret [Handwritten Initials: Rm.] To: Sg. from Mx. c. to Hs. c. to By. c. to Da. c. to RHC. c. to HPS. c. to Da/Ev. c. to Da/Jnr. 30.G.VII 8-Cylinder High Power Unit I tried this car to-day.… | ||
| scan0082 | Cover note apologising for the late distribution of a memo regarding an 8 Cylinder High Power Unit. | ||
| View original record | Secret 666. To: Rm from Mx. c. to Sg. c. to Hs. c. to By c. to Da. c. to RHC. c. to HPS. c. to Da/Ev. c. to Da/Jnr. Herewith copy of Mx.2/MG.9.5.39 re 30.G.VII 8 Cylinder High Power Unit. I regret you… | ||
| scan0083 | Test driver's impressions and critique of an 8-cylinder car's performance. | ||
| View original record | 666. Rm. Rm/GWH.2/G.13.5.39. 8 CYLINDER. My impressions of this car are :- Power unit is exceptionally good for response to the throttle, absence of torque period and crank period. It has the good… | ||
| scan0084 | Request to produce a modified fan for car model 30.G.VII with specific blade adjustments. | ||
| View original record | Y 666. To HPS. from Rm/Ed. Rm/Ed.5/MH.15.5.39. FAN - 30.G.VII. Will you please produce a fan for the above car with the fan blades set back .250" and the blades reduced to 5" long. The setting back… | ||
| scan0085 | Request for an opinion on the electrical starting device fitted to model 30.G.VII. | ||
| View original record | 666 Rm/GR. c. FD. Rm1/R.1715.39. Will you please give me your opinion of the electrical starting device that is fitted to 30.G.VII. Rm. | ||
| scan0086 | Outlining modifications for cars 30.G.VII and a Buick before a trip to Brooklands. | ||
| View original record | 666 +1049. To HPS. c. to HPS/WSC. Rm/Ed.9/JH.27.5.39. 30.G.VII.& Buick. We are taking the above cars to Brooklands early next week and should be glad if you could have the following jobs carried out… | ||
| scan0087 | Secret memo confirming arrangements for a car to meet individuals at a train station and for a subsequent journey. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. 666 F. DODD. S/W. Rm. re- 30-G-VI. Cx11/KW1.6.39. I confirm our conversation on the telephone this afternoon to the effect that you will arrange for the above car to meet C. and me at… | ||
| scan0088 | Scheme for adding an extra shutter to the bonnet side plate for a Wraith 80 model. | ||
| View original record | BY/NS. c. Rm c. Rm/Mr.Edwards. c. Da/JD. 666 DA.15/G.6.6.39. WRAITH 80. 3.G.Vll. BONNET. Please receive herewith the following scheme :- F.CD.1390 Additional Shutter in bonnet side plate. The above… | ||
| scan0089 | Fitting a 22-gallon petrol tank to a car before a 15,000-mile test. | ||
| View original record | 666. To HPS. Rm/JBD.8/JH.9.6.39. 30.G.VII. - 22 gallon petrol tank. Will you please instruct one petrol tank to PD.451 to be fitted to the above car before the 15,000 mile test. This will necessitate… | ||
| scan0090 | Unsatisfactory pulleys on car 30.G.VII and instructions for replacement and other inspections. | ||
| View original record | 666 To HPS. To HPS/RH. Rm/Ed.15/JH.12.6.39. 30.G.VII. We do not think that the pulleys on the above car are satisfactory, and we should like to send it to France with a set of pulleys as instructed in… | ||
| scan0091 | Instructions for fitting thermometers and oil pressure gauges to specific cars for France. | ||
| View original record | 6664 400C To HPS. Rm/IMW.10/JH.15.6.39. CARS FOR FRANCE. Will you please fit the following :- 14.B.V. 1. A pocket for a Negretti thermometer in the main oil pipe from the pump to the relief valve. 2.… | ||
| scan0092 | Request to design softer front springs for models W.80 and B.80 with supporting weight and load data. | ||
| View original record | 666 + 1044 v 1306 To Da/DB. from Rm/AFM. c. By/HEB. RM/AFM.1/MH.10.6.39. SOFTER FRONT SPRINGS - W.80 & B.80. Will you please design springs of 8 1/2" effective deflection for W.80 and B.80, when… | ||
| scan0093 | Instructing HEB to ensure springs are detailed when drawn and to order one pair of each type. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/AFM.1/MH.16.6.39. Will By/HEB. see that the springs are detailed when drawn and that one pair for each type is ordered as quickly as possible. Rm/AFM. | ||
| scan0094 | Request to modify a standard Wraith fan that was incorrectly fitted to chassis 30.G.VII. | ||
| View original record | 6.66 + 424 To HPS. c. to HPS/RH. Rm/Ed.6/JH.21.6.39. Fan for 30.G.VII. We observe that a standard Wraith fan has been fitted to the above engine unit for the above chassis instead of the modified fan… | ||
| scan0095 | Requesting the replacement of a Bijur pipe coil with a Superflexit flexible pipe for the 30.G.VII Bijur System. | ||
| View original record | 666 To HPS/RH. from Rm/HFP. Rm/HFP.7/JH.23.6.39. 30.G.VII Bijur System. Will you please replace the Bijur pipe coil from the torque arm to the yoke by Superflexit flexible pipe when the car is next in… | ||
| scan0096 | Road wheel dynamometer tests, investigating power loss and carburettor performance. | ||
| View original record | 666 + 1320 To By. c. to Da. c. to Da/Ev. c. to Da/Jnr. Rm/TAS.1/JR.26.6.39. 30.G.VII. Road Wheel Dyno. Tests. Attached are power curves obtained in direct gear on the road wheel dynamometer. The tests… | ||
| scan0097 | Analysis of power curve C, air resistance coefficients, and tyre losses for a Phantom III at Brooklands. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/TAS.1/JH.26.6.39. There is good reason to believe that the power curve C is a true picture of the power available when the car was at Brooklands. Assuming that the tyre losses are not greatly… | ||
| scan0098 | Graph of road wheel dynamometer power curves in direct gear. | ||
| View original record | ROAD WHEEL DYNO. POWER CURVES DIRECT GEAR SHEET 1 CHASSIS: 30 G VII ENGINE UNIT: B 80 Nº I AXLE RATIO: 9.37 TESTS RUN ON: 6.50 x 16 DUNLOP TRACK RACING TYRES @: 45 LB/IN² A: COMPLETE MOTOR CAR - BUICK… | ||
| scan0099 | Performance chart showing corrected Brake Horsepower curves against Engine RPM for chassis 30 G VII. | ||
| View original record | SHEET 2 CHASSIS 30 G VII ENGINE UNIT B 80 N° 1 AXLE RATIO 9.37 CURVES A, B, C, D CORRECTED FOR TYRE LOSS, DYNO LOSS & TRANSMISSION LOSS I.E. CURVES APPROXIMATE CLOSELY TO CLUTCH H.P. CURVES B.H.P.… | ||
| scan0100 | Requesting the exchange of a brake shoe and the stripping of a servo for liner examination. | ||
| View original record | 666 To HPS/RH. Rm/JBD.15/JH.27.6.39. 30.G.VII. Brakes. Will you please exchange one shoe from the nearside to the offside of the car on both the front and rear brakes and strip the servo for… | ||
| scan0101 | Test bed running report and specification for B.80 Unit No. 5 after 30,000 miles. | ||
| View original record | 666 +10HH To By. from Rm/Swdl. c. Da. c. Da/Jnr. c. Da/McS. B.80 UNIT NO.5 FOR 30,000 MILES. (30.G.VII). Given herewith is a report of the test bed running of the above unit, together with other… | ||
| scan0102 | Engine performance characteristics including power output, detonations, and oil consumption. | ||
| View original record | -2- POWER. As shown on the attached curve (S.94) the maximum open exhaust power and MEP is 170 BHP at 3750 R.P.M. and 130 lbs/sq.in. MEP at 2000 R.P.M. respectively. With the Buick type of exhaust… | ||
| scan0103 | Valve bounce tests comparing Ph.III and Swedish wire double springs. | ||
| View original record | -3- Rm/Swd1.2/WH.29.6.39. VALVE BOUNCE. The tests were commenced with 4 inlet valves having the adapted Ph.III double springs and the remaining four with Swedish wire double springs (EB.4678/9) which… | ||
| scan0104 | Engine performance issues concerning valve bounce, induction systems, and slow running. | ||
| View original record | -4- VALVE BOUNCE - Cont'd. Incidentally, the actual closed position length of the EB.4678/9 springs is 1.615 as against 1.575 stipulated on the spring drawing. In consequence of the EB.4678/9 being… | ||
| scan0105 | Timing gears, dampers, and camshaft thrust issues in B.60 and B.80 engines. | ||
| View original record | -5- Rm/Swdl.2/MH.29.6.39. TIMING GEARS & DAMPER. The timing gears without exception have on all the B.60 and B.80 units been free from both rattle and whine and no attention has been necessary. No… | ||
| scan0106 | Various engine leaks and joint issues, including rocker covers and tappet doors. | ||
| View original record | -6- Rm/Swdl.2/MH.29.6.39. LEAKS & JOINTS ETC. Invariably water leaks occur past the rocker shaft holding down studs, the holes for which are drilled through into the cylinder head water space. The… | ||
| scan0107 | Exhaust manifold failures and the condition of a stripped engine, specifically a seized camshaft bearing. | ||
| View original record | -7- Rm/Swdl.2/MH.29.6.39. EXHAUST MANIFOLDS. We have always had trouble with exhaust manifold failure on the test beds, but the B.80 and B.60 fail much quicker than any previous unit. There are… | ||
| scan0108 | Graph comparing engine power output (BHP & MEP) at various RPMs for the B80 No. 5 unit, with open exhaust versus a silencer. | ||
| View original record | POWER COMPARISONS ON B80 N°5 UNIT. (30,000 MILES) CONDITIONS VALVE TIMING .030 CLCE. IO 11° PTDC EO 40° BBDC EB 4512 CAMSHAFT. IC 30° PBDC EC 1° BTDC ORIGINAL TYPE CYL HEAD EB 4098 - 6.25:1 COMP RATIO… | ||
| scan0109 | Photograph of a cast iron elbow pipe with mounting flanges. | ||
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| scan0110 | The final test curves for an 8-cylinder car, detailing horsepower losses and performance improvements. | ||
| View original record | 666, 1320 + 1049 By. from Rm. c. Du. c. Da/Ev. c. Da/Jnr. Rm12/R.30.6.39. 30-G.VII. We attach a copy of the final curves taken on the test and the dynamometer of the 8-cylinder car before it went to… | ||
| scan0111 | Visit to Brooklands to conduct comparative cooling tests on a 30.G.VII and a Buick. | ||
| View original record | To By. c. Da. c. Da/Ev. c. Da/Jnr. Rm/Ed.3/JH.3.7.39. VISIT TO BROOKLANDS WITH 30.G.VII & Buick. The above cars were run at Brooklands on the 6th, 7th, and 8th. June 1939 with the object of… | ||
| scan0112 | Cooling system tests, comparing radiator block designs, fan configurations, and the performance of a Buick against a Wraith model. | ||
| View original record | -2- principally that the second block had the base lowered by 1.500" giving verall dimensions of 24.250" x 19.050" x 84 m/m in place of 22.750 x 19.050" x 84 m/m for the original matrix. Tests showed… | ||
| scan0113 | Report page detailing results from underbonnet temperature and various miscellaneous cooling system tests. | ||
| View original record | -3- justified by results as the graph of water temperature against time is only slightly curved and an average gradient is easily obtained. It will, however, be realised that these figures are not… | ||
| scan0114 | Maximum speeds and acceleration times under various test conditions, including different fan configurations. | ||
| View original record | -4- Rm/Ed.5/JH.3.7.39. Due to lack of test bed data on cooling, only an arbitrary allowance has been made for the effect of temperature on water flow through the pump, the figure selected being a… | ||
| scan0115 | Table of vehicle acceleration times for various speed ranges. | ||
| View original record | -5- Rm/Ed.5/JH.3.7.39. Speeds. 10 - 30. 10 - 40. 10 - 50. 10 - 60. 10 - 70. 10 - 80. Time. 7.8 10.80 14.70 18.40 24.60 33.20 secs. Gear ratio 9 x 37. 85 m.p.h. at 4000 r.p.m. Road wheel H.P. curve as… | ||
| scan0116 | Graph comparing the performance of different cooling fans on a Wraith 80 chassis, conducted at Brooklands. | ||
| View original record | BROOKLANDS TESTS FIG. I. COMPARISON OF FANS ON CHASSIS 30-G-VII (WRAITH 80) Nº 2 MATRIX - 24·250" X 19·050" X 84 M/M; SHUTTERS FULL OPEN ALLOWANCE 2°C. MADE FOR DECREASED PUMP FLOW AT HIGH… | ||
| scan0117 | Graph from the Brooklands Tests comparing the performance of two radiator matrices, plotting critical air temperature against speed. | ||
| View original record | FIG II. BROOKLANDS TESTS. COMPARISON OF MATRICES ON 30-G-VII. NO 1 MATRIX.- 22.750" X 19.050" X 84 M/M. NO 2 MATRIX.- 24.250" X 19.050" X 84 M/M. - EXTRA 1.500" ON BOTTOM OF BLOCK. SHUTTERS FULL OPEN… | ||
| scan0118 | Graph from Brooklands tests comparing the cooling performance of a Buick 30.G.VII and a 3.B.50. | ||
| View original record | BROOKLANDS TESTS. FIG. III. COMPARISON OF BUICK 30.G.VII AND 3.B.50. 30.G.VII - NO. 2 MATRIX - 24.250" X 19.050" x 84 m/m - SHUTTERS FULL OPEN. BUICK - STANDARD 1938 EIGHT CYLINDER. 3.B.50 - STANDARD… | ||
| scan0119 | Bar chart comparing the rate of water temperature increase during idling tests for a 30-G-VII and a Buick at Brooklands. | ||
| View original record | 30 - G - VII. AND BUICK. - BROOKLANDS TESTS - IDLING COMPARISON. FIG. IV. Y-AXIS: RATE OF INCREASE OF WATER TEMP. (°C / MIN.) X-AXIS: TEST No SECTION 1: 30-G-VII + No 2 MATRIX. - TEST 4: BUICK - TEST… | ||
| scan0120 | Data table from Brooklands tests comparing vehicle cooling performance under various configurations. | ||
| View original record | BROOKLANDS TESTS. FIG. 7. TABLE DATA: COLUMN HEADERS: NO, TEST CONDITIONS, M.P.H. (MAX:), TOP WATER (MAX. SPEED / 30MPH), BOTTOM WATER (MAX. SPEED / 30MPH), FAN AIR (MAX. SPEED / 30MPH), AIR TEMP.,… | ||
| scan0121 | Dynamometer graph showing road wheel horsepower against engine RPM for various vehicle configurations. | ||
| View original record | ROAD WHEEL DYNO H.P CHASSIS 30 G 7 ENGINE UNIT B 80 Nº 5 (BUICK TYPE EXH. AND AIR SILENCERS.) AXLE RATIO 11 41 FIGURES OBTAINED IN DIRECT GEAR ON DUNLOP TRACK RACING TYRES @ 45 LB/IN² B.H.P. CORRECTED… | ||
| scan0122 | Graph of Hub Horse Power versus Engine R.P.M. for a specific chassis and engine combination under various test conditions. | ||
| View original record | HUB HORSE POWER CHASSIS 30 G7 ENGINE UNIT B 80 N° 5 {BUICK TYPE EXH. AND} {AIR SILENCERS.} THESE FIGURES WERE OBTAINED ON THE CHASSIS DYNO. ON DUNLOP TRACK RACING TYRES @ 45 LB/IN² (DIRECT GEAR)… | ||
| scan0123 | Graph of power comparisons for a B80 N°5 unit after 30,000 miles, plotting BHP, MEP and back pressure against RPM. | ||
| View original record | POWER COMPARISONS ON B 80 N°5 UNIT. (30,000 MILES) CONDITIONS VALVE TIMING .030 CLCE IO 11° PTDC. EO 40° BBDC IC 30° PBDC. EC 1° BTDC EB 4512 CAMSHAFT ORIGINAL TYPE CYL. HEAD EB 4098 - 6.25:1 COMP.… | ||
| scan0124 | The failure of a 2nd Motion Shaft in a 9.B.V. Gear Box during testing. | ||
| View original record | 666 + Hood. To Rm. from HPS/RH. c. By. c. Rm/Gry. c. Da. c. HPS. HPS/RH.4/BA.5.7.39. 9.B.V.Gear Box in 30.G.VII Chassis. Failure of 2nd Motion Shaft. GB.4817. This box has run 202 miles on road test,… | ||
| scan0125 | Photograph of a gearbox layshaft with multiple helical gears and one bevel gear. | ||
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| scan0126 | Road test report on an 8-cylinder 'Corniche' car detailing performance issues. | ||
| View original record | 666. Sporthotel Herrmann, Davos-Dorf. To By... from Rm. Wednesday. Have been on the 8 cyl. so far, changing to the 'Corniche' tomorrow. The accelerator pedal position is acutely uncomfortable, I like… | ||
| scan0127 | Vehicle performance feedback note discussing brakes, suspension, and gearbox issues. | ||
| View original record | 666 5/7/39 Wed Morning - SPORTHOTEL HERRMANN DAVOS-DORF TEL. 143 30GVII GRY. The car is running very well, at the moment- the worst feature is the brakes. These require far too much pedal pressure,… | ||
| scan0128 | Request to investigate the cause of bonnet knocks on car 30-G-VII and prepare necessary parts for the 'Corniche'. | ||
| View original record | 666 Rm/IMW. from Rm. (Chateauroux) Rm1/R.11.7.39. BONNET KNOCKS. Will you please go into the question of what causes the bonnet knocks on 30-G-VII, and what recommendations you make to put this right.… | ||
| scan0129 | Report outlining the objectives for the continental testing of the 8-cylinder 'Silver Phantom' and 'Corniche' models. | ||
| View original record | 666.a + 4009. SECRET. By. from Rm. c. Sg. c. Hs. c. Da. c. Mx. c. Sr. c. HPS. c. Da/Jnr. Rm3/R.11.7.39. CONTINENTAL TESTS. 8-CYLINDER 'SILVER PHANTOM' & 'CORNICHE'. 'SILVER PHANTOM.' The 8-cylinder… | ||
| scan0130 | Performance test report on the 8-cylinder 'Silver Phantom' covering cooling, steering, and brakes over 2,000 miles. | ||
| View original record | -2- It was fortunate that the weather was about as hot as could be expected at this time of the year, which increased the severity of the tests. Over 2,000 miles were covered in 5 1/2 days of… | ||
| scan0131 | Report page detailing performance on brakes, petrol consumption, oil consumption, and detonation. | ||
| View original record | -3- BRAKES (CONT'd). It was necessary to take up 5 notches of adjustment all round after about the first 1,000 miles, but this rapid wear was apparently due to the lining settling down, as after this… | ||
| scan0132 | Performance report on the gearbox, rear axle, suspension, tyres, and general performance of a test vehicle. | ||
| View original record | -4- Rm3/R.11.7.39. GEARBOX. It must be appreciated that whilst we have finished the development of the universal gearbox for the six-cylinder engine, we have not yet brought this box to a stage where… | ||
| scan0133 | Vehicle performance and issues report covering speed, engine, drivetrain, steering, and bodywork. | ||
| View original record | -5- PERFORMANCE (Cont'd). still air on the level was 91 m.p.h., the maximum speed 98 m.p.h. It was possible to average 85 m.p.h. for over 100 miles on the Autostrada. At no time did the power plant… | ||
| scan0134 | Road test report detailing feedback on the body, chassis, and tyres of a prototype car. | ||
| View original record | -6- BODY (Cont'd). running with the screen slightly open. This should be secured properly. The back seat is so wide that even with the central rest in position, either a strap or a handle is desirable… | ||
| scan0135 | Required modifications to a car's gearing, cooling, fuel tank, and bodywork following testing. | ||
| View original record | -7- We think that the car is somewhat over-geared for the normal user. Its very high top gear also affects the lower ratios, the result being that the 2nd gear is just too high for climbing passes,… | ||
| scan0136 | The handling and directional stability of the 'Corniche' car, comparing it with other models. | ||
| View original record | -8- important to make the 'Corniche' a thoroughly satisfactory car to handle than to cover the maximum number of miles. Experimental work in France is, therefore, being arranged accordingly. When… | ||
| scan0137 | Dismantled Silver Phantom steering box with a broken lock stop, including measurements and a request for parts. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten note at top] By el c/o to Bastow - R[crossed out] [Handwritten checkmark and note] ✓ veto [Handwritten number] 666 To. Rm. c. Rm/PJH. CHATEAUROUX. 13.7.39. 30.G.7. Silver Phantom.… | ||
| scan0138 | Broken steering box from a Silver Phantom, including measurements and proposed fixes. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten] To. Rm. c. Rm/FJH. F.J.H Why did we not have a malleable iron box. [End Handwritten] 666a CHATEAUROUX. 13.7.39. [Handwritten Signature: Rm] 30.G.7. Silver Phantom. STEERING. [Handwritten… | ||
| scan0139 | Requesting to raise the main oil pressure and to check the oil supply to the timing gears. | ||
| View original record | 666. To Rm/IMW. from Rm/Swdl. Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. Rm/Swdl.8/MH.13.7.39. 30.G.VII. In view of the exceptionally good oil consumption on this car we should like you to raise the… | ||
| scan0140 | Road report on car 30-G-VII discussing radiator shake, bonnet knocks, and engine mounting modifications. | ||
| View original record | 666 Rm/IMW. from Rm. Rml/R.14.7.39. Road Report on 30-G-VII. In discussing the radiator shake with AFM., I am informed that when two diagonal stays are fitted to rationalised radiators it eliminates… | ||
| scan0141 | Issue of 'bonnet knocks' and the solution using diagonal stays, while proposing new rubber mountings to address side shake. | ||
| View original record | 666. A.R.M. Please deal with this CHATEAUROUX.I/ 14.7.39. Rm To Rm. 30.G.7. Bonnet Knocks. Thank you for your memo Rm1/R. II.7.39. We have already cured the bonnet knocks by means of diagonal stays… | ||
| scan0142 | Tyre and steering part availability for the Silver Phantom and Continental models, with a request for driving feedback. | ||
| View original record | 666. Rm/IMW. from Rm. Rm5/R.15.7.39. 30 G.VII - SILVER PHANTOM. You have no more 7½" tyres in France for the "Silver Phantom". You have, however, 12 Avon tyres which you can use up. They can be fitted… | ||
| scan0143 | Confirmation of a telegram despatched regarding a worn pushrod and requesting replacements. | ||
| View original record | 666a CONFIRMATION OF TELEGRAM DESPATCHED 18th July 1939 ROYCAR DERBY ROBOTHAM N°5 PUSHROD EB 4199 WORN 045" TOP END OTHERS OK PLEASE SEND REPLACEMENT PUSHRODS AND BALLENDS BERTHA I.M. Waller Hotel De… | ||
| scan0144 | Fixing bonnet knocks by adding a transverse mild steel strip to the radiator mount. | ||
| View original record | 666a To Rm/IMW. from Rm/AFM. Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. Rm/AFM.2/MH.18.7.39. 30.G.VII - BONNET KNOCKS. In reply to your Chateauroux/1/14.7.39. We have no rubber radiator mounts that… | ||
| scan0145 | Issues with starting handle clearance, radiator location, and brake wear on the 'Silver Phantom'. | ||
| View original record | 666a. To. Rm. c. Rm/AFM. Châteauroux. 3/18.7.39. Please discuss with me R 30.G.7. Thank you for your memos Rm.I/R.14.7.39 and Rm.5/R.15.7.39. The former has already been dealt with in our memo… | ||
| scan0146 | Technical report from Chateauroux on engine issues including oil pressure, push-rod wear, gasket shrinkage, and carburation, requesting parts. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten] C.T.S - Please deal with this in Swdl's absence. To. Rm. c. Rm/Swdl. OK. by. hall File 666a OK dept. [Typed] Chateauroux I/18.7.39.m 30.G.7. Replying to Rm/Swdl.8/MH.13.7.39. We have… | ||
| scan0147 | Telegram requesting replacement pushrods and ballends due to a worn part on 'Robotham No. 5'. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. 66ba M.D. 18 JUL TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received 9-57 Date 18.M.39 To Roger RECEIVED By DB from Chateauroux 18th 0857 21wds Robotham No. 5 pushrod EB4199 Worn 045 top… | ||
| scan0148 | Clarifying that the Silver Phantom steering box stops are for assembly convenience, not for in-service use. | ||
| View original record | 666a. Rm Rm/FJH. BY.1/G.19.7.39. 30-G-V11. SILVER PHANTOM. STEERING BOX STOPS. Referring to Rm/IMW's recent memo, in which he pointed out that one of the stops in the aluminium bronze steering box had… | ||
| scan0149 | Steering issues on the Silver Phantom model 30-G-Vll, including lock movement and linkage problems. | ||
| View original record | To By.... from Da/DB. Da/DB.12/N.18.7.39. 30-G-Vll. Silver Phantom. Steering. With regard to our conversation about the note from Rm/IMW. from Chateauroux dated the 13th. July 1939, re the above, you… | ||
| scan0150 | Steering component failures and potential modifications for the Silver Phantom model. | ||
| View original record | -2- Da/DB.12/N.18.7.39 Cont'd. The breaking off of the stop does not seem to be in itself any reason for changing the steering box material, since as previously mentioned, the stops should not be… | ||
| scan0151 | Oil leaks, front suspension, and remedies for bonnet knocks and radiator movement. | ||
| View original record | 666a Rm/IMW. from Rm. Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, FRANCE. Rm3/R.20.7.39. Thank you for your reports and the note on the running of 30-G-VII dated 18.7.39. With regard to oil leaks from the… | ||
| scan0152 | Cover note for a 6,000-mile running report on vehicle 30.G.VII, noting issues with bodywork, windscreen wipers and horns. | ||
| View original record | 666a. By. from Rm. c. Ds. c. Da/Ev. c. Da/Jnr. Rm4/R.20.7.39. Attached is a copy of a report from Waller on the first 6,000 miles running on 30.G.VII. With regard to the body work we think that Ward… | ||
| scan0153 | Summary of faults noted during the first 6,000 miles of running for a Silver Phantom Continental Test Car. | ||
| View original record | To. Rm. Châteauroux. 4/18.7.39. 30.G.VII. - Silver Phantom. Continental Test Car. Summary of faults noted and work carried out during first 6,000 miles running. ENGINE. 1) Smell of Oil. This was… | ||
| scan0154 | List of vehicle faults related to the transmission and brakes, detailing issues and observations. | ||
| View original record | ( 2 ) TRANSMISSION. 6) Loss of Clutch Pedal Clearance. This caused clutch slip until re-set by adjustment provided. Further observation will show if this was due to initial bedding down or to rapid… | ||
| scan0155 | Faults and proposed remedies for steering and suspension systems. | ||
| View original record | ( 3 ) STEERING. 12. Left Lock Stop Broken off in Ex.30857. BZ/A Box. Several remedies are apparent. a) Strengthen stops by improving their shape. b) Strengthen stops by using different material and… | ||
| scan0156 | List of vehicle faults and proposed modifications related to frame, fittings, and controls. | ||
| View original record | ( 4 ) With the heavier car it may be necessary for the spheres at the rear end of the torque arms to be packed down still further to centralise the top yoke bearings. 17) Leak from Offside Rear Damper… | ||
| scan0157 | Faults found in electrical equipment and bodywork, including rattles, loose components, and poor performance. | ||
| View original record | ( 5 ) 23) Rattles Audible up steering Control Tubes. One at low speeds on cobbles, and one due to engine vibration at about 40 m.p.h. which would not otherwise be noticeable. ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT. 24)… | ||
| scan0158 | Various vehicle faults including a broken partition bracket, rear seat fire, and uneven tyre wear. | ||
| View original record | ( 6 ) 29) Partition Bracket Broken where attached to Automatic Winding Mechanism. The trouble was preceded by the partition sticking half way which probably overloaded the bracket. 30) Rear Seat… | ||
| scan0159 | The despatch of a rubber block to Mr. Waller in France. | ||
| View original record | 666a To D/BP. c. to Hd/FC. Rm/FD.3/JH.20.7.39. We are sending into the stores today a rubber block. Will you please have this despatched to Mr. Waller, Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France.… | ||
| scan0160 | Sending a new harder rubber block for mounting the radiator to Chateauroux for testing. | ||
| View original record | 666a. Rm/IMW - Chateauroux. Rm/FD.2/JH.20.7.39. 30.G.7. We are sending to Chateauroux today a new rubber block for mounting the radiator. The durometer is harder and we should like you to try it… | ||
| scan0161 | Dispatch of two new pairs of jets with a different orifice coefficient to Chateauroux. | ||
| View original record | 666a To Rm/IMW - Chateauroux. Rm/CTS.4/JH.20.7.39. 66 30.G.7. With reference to your memo. dated 18.7.39. We are sending for your attention two pairs of jets marked .051 and .052, with key to suit.… | ||
| scan0162 | Letter advising a customer about a dented front frame pan due to improper jacking and recommending caution. | ||
| View original record | 66ba, 450g + 450e. To Rm/IMW - Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, FRANCE. Rm/FB.19/JH.21.7.39. re 30.G.7. and 14.B.V. We have found the front frame pan dented in the centre on 11.B.V. by jacking,… | ||
| scan0163 | Correcting a clerical error in a previous communication concerning steering. | ||
| View original record | 666a. To Rm. C.to Rm/FJH. CHATEAUROUX. 21.7.39. STEERING. re memo. CHATEAUROUX. 13.7.39. Please note clerical error. In item (2) for "two and two-thirds" read "three and two-thirds". Rm/IMW. | ||
| scan0164 | Reseating of valves on a front damper and questioning the specification for leak holes. | ||
| View original record | 666a To. Rm. c.c. Rm/AFM Châteauroux. 5/22.7.39. 30. - G. - 7. Front Dampers. Now that we have re-seated the refill valves and unstuck the main valve of the offside front damper, which had lost all… | ||
| scan0165 | Requesting a sketch for a modified B.80 rocker cover to prevent sealing washer shrinkage. | ||
| View original record | 666a or 10HH To By/Ald. from Rm/CTS. Rm/CTS.13/MH.24.7.39. B.80 ROCKER COVER. Trouble is being experienced on the car in France due to shrinkage of the rocker cover sealing washer. Will you please… | ||
| scan0166 | Prop shafts, tyres, axles and wheels for various vehicle models. | ||
| View original record | 666a + Hoog To Rm/IMW. from Rm/Gry. Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. Rm/Gry.3/MH.24.7.39. CORNICHE. We do not know what your wire about prop shafts really means but are sending you an… | ||
| scan0167 | Confirming a request to Dunlops to send various tyre covers and tubes to Chateauroux. | ||
| View original record | 666a + 1332. To Les. from Rm/Gry. c. G/JWH. Rm/Gry.1/MH.25.7.39. While Dunlops were here yesterday we asked them to send twelve 7 1/2 x 16 4-ply Rayon covers and tubes to Chateauroux. O/N.52510. They… | ||
| scan0168 | Failure of a radiator mounting yoke and subsequent repairs and modifications. | ||
| View original record | EDWARDS 666a To. Rm. See me Rm Châteauroux 4/25.7.39. 30.G.7. Thank you for your memos of the 18th, 20th, and 21st inst. Radiator Mounting etc. The bottom of the yoke has collapsed as shown in fig. I.… | ||
| scan0169 | Vehicle faults including oil leaks, damper valve trouble, and a request for new brake shoes. | ||
| View original record | ( 2 ) the detailing or incorrect manufacture. The spheres are already packed down and there is little we can do about it. We shall be able to tell you more about engine oil leaks when we have stopped… | ||
| scan0170 | The supply and testing of various Dunlop and Avon tyres for different car models. | ||
| View original record | 666a Hoogv 1332 To Rm/IMW. from Rm/Gry. Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. Rm/Gry.2/MH.25.7.39. Dunlops were here yesterday and they will send you a further supply of 7 1/2 x 16 4-ply tyres… | ||
| scan0171 | Technical memorandum regarding the leak hole and uncontrolled valve on 30.G.VII front dampers. | ||
| View original record | 666a To Rm/IMW. from Rm/HFP. Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. Rm/HFP.5/MH.26.7.39. 30.G.VII FRONT DAMPERS. The leak hole for the above dampers is drilled through the aluminium rivet… | ||
| scan0172 | Query about whether a specific damper is standard or new, following a report about standardising hardened seats. | ||
| View original record | 666a S/W To Rm. from Sg. 30.G.7. Sg3/E26739 Referring to the report of the 21st, I should be interested to know whether the damper in question is standard or something new. The chief reason I ask is… | ||
| scan0173 | Secret memo regarding issues and performance of 30-G-VII shock dampers. | ||
| View original record | 666a SECRET. Sg. from Rm. Rm6/R.27.7.39. 30-G-VII SHOCK DAMPERS. With reference to Sg3/E26739, the rear shock dampers on the car running in France are of standard type. The front are of a new design.… | ||
| scan0174 | Request to despatch front damper parts to an address in France. | ||
| View original record | 666a To Hd/FC. from Rm/HFP. c. D/BP. Rm/HFP.10/MH.28.7.2 30.G.VII FRONT DAMPER PARTS. Will you please despatch the following parts to Rm/IMW. at:- Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. 2… | ||
| scan0175 | Investigation into the loss of load in front dampers, identifying the cause as metal pieces from the interlever. | ||
| View original record | 666a To Rm/IMW. from Rm/HFP. Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. Rm/HFP.11/MH.28.7.39. 30.G.VII FRONT DAMPERS. We have investigated the loss of load in front dampers and the following facts… | ||
| scan0176 | Series of tests on radiator side shake and movement. | ||
| View original record | 666a To Rm. C to Rm/APM. CHATEAUROUX. 1.8.39. 30.G.VII. SIDE SHAKE. We have completed a further series of tests on radiator movement. The harder rubber mounted transversely has made very little… | ||
| scan0177 | Risk of battery leads burning and exploring alternative routing options. | ||
| View original record | 666a + H50g. Rm/IMW. from Rm. Rm10/R.1.8.39. 14.B.V. & 30.G.VII. Main Battery Leads. With reference to your note of the 25th July, we have gone into the question very thoroughly, and the electrical… | ||
| scan0178 | Issues found with front dampers, including leaks and a request for a new valve holder. | ||
| View original record | 666a. To Rm. C.to Rm/HFP. CHATEAUROUX.2/3.8.39. 30.G.VII. FRONT DAMPERS. We received the uncontrolled damper valve parts and fitted them yesterday in accordance with your memos Rm/HFP.5/MH.26.7.39 and… | ||
| scan0179 | Methods for controlling radiator movement on the Silver Phantom. | ||
| View original record | Rm/IMW. from Rm. SILVER PHANTOM. We have read your note regarding the 'Silver Phantom Radiator movement with interest. We suggest that if you rubber mount the diagonal stays you will find that they… | ||
| scan0180 | Throttle operation design scheme for an 8-cylinder car, referencing potential issues with the accelerator pedal. | ||
| View original record | 666a Rm/IMW. from Rm. Rm4/R.4.8.39. Herewith ECD.1376 showing the design scheme for the throttle operation on the 8-cyl. car. You will observe from the Graph that we should have reproduced the Wraith… | ||
| scan0181 | Replacement of a broken valve holder and a modified replenishing valve. | ||
| View original record | 666a. Rm/IMW. from Rm/AFM. Rm/AFM3/R.4.8.39. Herewith a new valve holder to replace the broken one. We enclose also a replenishing valve with the leak hole moved from the aluminium rivet to a groove… | ||
| scan0182 | Request to review the accelerator pedal position on an 8-cylinder car and to design a new alternative. | ||
| View original record | 666a By. from Rm. Da. Da/Ev. Rm5/R.4.8.39. Acceleration Pedal on 30-G-VII. Will you please see that attention is given to the position of the accelerator pedal on the 8-cyl. car, particularly with… | ||
| scan0183 | Gearbox fault where the third gear jumps out on the over-run. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten top center: 6bba] [Handwritten: Hdy] To. Rm. c. Rm/Gry. CHATEAUROUX. 6/5.8.39. 30.G.VII. GEARBOX. [Handwritten annotation over text: RAH] You will note that we have been troubled by… | ||
| scan0184 | Carburetion tests comparing .055' and .052' jets to address a flat spot issue on light throttle. | ||
| View original record | 666a. To. Rm. c. Rm/FD. c. Rm/GR. c. Rm/GTS. CHATEAUROUX. 5/5.8.39. 30.G.VII. CARBURATION. We have found that to completely overcome the flat spot on light throttle at 28 m.p.h. it is necessary to fit… | ||
| scan0185 | The condition of sparking plugs and a dynamo, with a request for a new dynamo belt link. | ||
| View original record | EDWARDS 666a To. Rm. (The following two lines are struck through in red) c. Rm/Swdl. c. Rm/RC. CHATEAUROUX. 4/5.8.39. [Handwritten note:] let me know about the belt Rm 30.G.7. Electrical Equipment.… | ||
| scan0186 | Suspension issues including torque arm fouling, creaking springs and failing rubbers, with a sketch illustrating the problem. | ||
| View original record | 666a + H50g. To. Rm. c.c. Rm/AFM. CHATEAUROUX. 7/5.8.39. 30.G.VII. & I4.B.V. SUSPENSION. The torque arms foul the rebound stop brackets. on full bump. This occurs on both cars. The brackets require… | ||
| scan0187 | From Chateauroux regarding ongoing vehicle testing and modifications to battery leads, tyres, ventilation, throttle, and ignition controls. | ||
| View original record | 666a S 4509 To. Rm. CHATEAUROUX. 3/7.8.39. A.F.M Please see me Pm 30.G.7. & I4.B.V. Thank you for your various memos of the Ist, 2nd, and 4th inst. I) Battery Leads. You will be able to see when these… | ||
| scan0188 | Outlining a list of repairs and modifications for a vehicle, and discussing component swaps with 'Bertha' and 'Corniche'. | ||
| View original record | ( 2 ) 4/7.8.39. We are then going to fit up a pivot type radiator mount and also try your experiment with solid front engine mounting. Will you please send us a new front exhaust manifold It has… | ||
| scan0189 | Belt adjustment and the provision of an alternative adjuster. | ||
| View original record | 666a To Rm/IMW - Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, FRANCE. Rm/Ed.6/JH.8.8.39. 30.G.VII. - Belt Adjustment. In reply to your memo. of the 4/5 inst. we are unable to give a precise figure as to when… | ||
| scan0190 | Prototype vehicle testing for the 'Cresta' and 'Corniche' models. | ||
| View original record | 666a. Rm/IMW. from Rm. Rml/R.8.8.39. I see that you have just about finished 15,000 miles on 30.G.VII. As this car is a prototype we want to continue running it until 3.B.50 starts its test. I do not… | ||
| scan0191 | Lubrication of rear road springs to prevent them from creaking. | ||
| View original record | 666a + H009. To Mr. Waller, Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, FRANCE. Rm/AFM.9/JH.9.8.39. Rear Road Spring Creaks. If a suitable opportunity presents itself will you please fill the grooves in the… | ||
| scan0192 | Suspension issues, including damper leaks and damage, and a request for replacement parts. | ||
| View original record | 666a To. Rm. c.c. Rm/AFM. [crossed out] CHATEAUROUX. 4/10.8.39. File. 30.G.7. SUSPENSION. 30.G.7. We have fitted up the refill valves on as per the sample you sent us. We are satisfied that the loss… | ||
| scan0193 | Faults and potential modifications for an 8-cylinder carburetion system. | ||
| View original record | 666a. To. Rm. c. Rm/McS. c. Rm/FD. c. Rm/CTS. c. Rm/Gr. CHATEAUROUX. 3/10.8.39. File. 30.G.VII. 8-CYL. CARBURATION. There are three faults under consideration:- 1) Sudden initial opening. 2)… | ||
| scan0194 | Issues with an accelerator pump flap valve and a sticking choke spindle. | ||
| View original record | ( 2 ) We have tried reducing the travel on the flap valve in the accelerator pump by half but this has not cured the trouble. Further development work is required. 3) The choke spindle is quite slack… | ||
| scan0195 | 15,000-mile running report on the 30.G.VII Silver Phantom for continental standardisation tests. | ||
| View original record | 666a To. Sg. c. Hs. c. By. c. Da. c. Rm. c. RHC. c. MX. c. GWH. CHATEAUROUX. 6/10.8.39. CONTINENTAL STANDARDISATION TESTS. 30.G.VII. - SILVER PHANTOM. Report After 15,000 Miles Running. Running is… | ||
| scan0196 | The performance of the transmission, brakes, oil consumption, and temperatures. | ||
| View original record | ( 2 ) Petrol used "Tourisme" Average Consumption 10.5 m.p.g. Oil used "Castrol XL" Average Consumption 1734 m.p.g. Oil Pressure at 90°c 39 lbs/sq" at 90 m.p.h. 7 lbs/sq" idling. Maximum Oil… | ||
| scan0197 | Technical report page evaluating the performance of hydraulic brakes, steering, suspension, and electrical equipment. | ||
| View original record | ( 3 ) Under these circumstances, the hydraulic front brakes are quite satisfactory and well equalised. More servo output and a better front to rear distribution is required. A more satisfactory seal… | ||
| scan0198 | Faults with the Delco distributor and the Park Ward bodywork. | ||
| View original record | ( 4 ) The Delco distributor has given no trouble but has become somewhat noisy, but it is not audible from inside the car. BODYWORK. (Park Ward) This is a good body but various detail faults have… | ||
| scan0199 | Testers' detail report after a 15,000 miles continental road test of a Silver Phantom. | ||
| View original record | 666a. To. By. c. Da. c. Rm. c. MX. c. GWH. c. HPS. c. All Testers. CHATEAUROUX. S./10.8.39. 30.G.VII. - SILVER PHANTOM. Testers' Detail Report After 15,000 miles Continental Road Test. ENGINE.… | ||
| scan0200 | The performance and faults of various vehicle components including the clutch, gearbox, and axle. | ||
| View original record | ( 2 ) this varies with fuel obtained from different pumps. The engine is considerably better for freedom from detonation than Wraith or Phantom III. Rear bearing oil seal very good, no sign of leak.… | ||
| scan0201 | Issues with the radiator and exhaust systems, including overheating, shaking, leaks, and noise. | ||
| View original record | ( 3 ) RADIATOR. During slow running, water temperature rose to 100°c with air 18°c; fell quickly to around 90°c with quicker idling. Idling figures :- Minutes Water Temp. Air Temp. 6 100°c 20°c 11… | ||
| scan0202 | Issues and solutions related to suspension, dampers, and steering systems. | ||
| View original record | ( 4 ) SUSPENSION & DAMPERS. Trouble experienced with loss of poundage of front dampers entirely due to dirt in main valves. With controlable valves the small needle stuck. The floating brass sleeve… | ||
| scan0203 | Vehicle faults related to steering, brakes, and frame. | ||
| View original record | ( 5 ) Shake bad when 7.00 tyres are inflated to give similar stability to 7.50 tyres. Left lock stop broken off in box but has not proved serious. Box free from leaks. Centre ball pad of housings of… | ||
| scan0204 | Faults found in the electrical equipment and bodywork of a vehicle. | ||
| View original record | ( 6 ) ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT. Dynamo charge became erratic due to burning of commutator. Gummy deposit was found in mica slots and on brushes. Wind tone horns failed and required adjustment, also I.B.A.… | ||
| scan0205 | Faults found in an 8-cylinder carburation system, including sudden opening, hesitation, and sticking choke. | ||
| View original record | 66a To. Rm? [struck through] c. Rm/ MGD. [struck through] c. Rm/ FJS. [struck through] c. Rm/ CTS. [struck through] c. Rm/ Gr. CHATEAUROUX. 3/10.8.39. 30.G.VII. 8-CYL. CARBURATION. There are three… | ||
| scan0206 | Attempted fix for an accelerator pump flap valve and analysis of a sticking choke spindle. | ||
| View original record | ( 2 ) we have tried reducing the travel on the flap valve in the accelerator pump by half but this has not cured the trouble. Further development work is required. 3) The choke spindle is quite slack… | ||
| scan0207 | Repairs and testing for the 'Corniche' following an accident, and plans for other test vehicles. | ||
| View original record | 666a & 4009 Rm/IMW. from Rm. France. Rm4/R.11.8.39. We have decided that it will be impossible to get the 'Corniche' back on the road in time to do much running on it before the Paris Salon. For this… | ||
| scan0208 | Stripped third-speed dog driven teeth in a Silver Phantom gearbox at 15,625 miles. | ||
| View original record | 666a To. Rm. c.c. De/Hdy. CHATEAUROUX. 4/14.8.39. F/H. 30.G.VII.- SILVER PHANTOM. Enclosed herewith please find third speed dog driven teeth which stripped at 15,625 miles. Except for slight damage by… | ||
| scan0209 | Request to supply and dispatch a set of eight brake shoes for car 30.G.VII to I.M.W. in Chateauroux. | ||
| View original record | 666a To HPS/RH. Rm/JBD.6/JH.15.8.39. Will you please supply and despatch to I.M.W. Hotel de France, Chateauroux, a set (8) brake shoes lined with BZ RU for 30.G.VII. Rm/JBD. | ||
| scan0210 | The dispatch of front bump buffers to Mr. Waller in France. | ||
| View original record | 666a To Hd/FC. from Rm/HFP. c. to D/BP. Rm/HFP.9/JH.15.8.39. 30.G.VII front bump buffers. Will you please despatch the following parts to Mr. Waller, Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France - 2… | ||
| scan0211 | Responding to a telegram regarding brake issues, discussing new linings, testing procedures, and development schemes. | ||
| View original record | 666a To Rm/IMW. Chateauroux. c. Rm/JBD. Rm/AFM.3/MH.16.8.39. BRAKES 39.G.VII. In reply to your telegram. Eight new shoes with BZ-RU linings have already been despatched. We know you have a personal… | ||
| scan0212 | Confirmation of a telegram requesting the urgent dispatch of brake shoes. | ||
| View original record | 666a CONFIRMATION OF TELEGRAM Despatched 16.8.39 ROYCAR DERBY ROBOTHAM PLEASE SEND BRAKE SHOES URGENT VG NINETY PREFERRED WALLER I.M. Waller Hotel De France Chateauroux. Indre. | ||
| scan0213 | Recurring faults concerning front shock dampers and servo sealing. | ||
| View original record | 666a De. c. Rm. c. Rm/AFM. BY.11/G.17.8.39. 30.G.Vll. TESTS. In the running reports, there are two faults which recur and demand attention :- (1). The front shock dampers have given trouble due to the… | ||
| scan0214 | Tests and remedies for valve faults caused by two types of grit formation. | ||
| View original record | 666a To By. from Rm/AFM. c. Da. Rm/AFM.2/MH.18.8.39. 30.G.VII TESTS. In reply to your By.II/G.17.8.39. We have started to remedy the faults you mention. (1) There are two kinds of grit which are… | ||
| scan0215 | Issues with splines and the possibility of a new rubber sealing ring for a servo. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/AFM.2/MH.18.8.39. As regards the loose pieces off the splines, these need not occur when properly made. we have been going into this question, it appears that the splines are damaged in… | ||
| scan0216 | Accompanying photographs of a broken damper arm and engine support brackets. | ||
| View original record | 666a. To. Rm. CHATEAUROUX. 4/22.8.39. 30.G.VII. Herewith photographs of broken damper arm and engine support brackets. Rm/IMW. | ||
| scan0217 | Instructions for the disposition of car 30.G.VII in France in the event of hostilities. | ||
| View original record | 666a To Rm/IMW. from Rm. Chateauroux, France. Rm.4/MH.23.8.39. In the event of hostilities breaking out we do not want you to bring 30.G.VII back, but store it in a Garage in France and leave a driver… | ||
| scan0218 | Brief typed note regarding the progress of a Paulin body, a chassis, and car 30.G.VII. | ||
| View original record | 666a. To Rm/IMW. from Rm. Chateauroux. Rm.6/MH.24.8.39. Many thanks for your note re the progress of the Paulin body. We expect to have the chassis ready for despatch by the end of next week. We are… | ||
| scan0219 | Replacement offside rear shock damper arm for chassis 30.G.VII. | ||
| View original record | 666a To HPS/RH. from Rm/AFM. Rm/AFM.10/MH.24.8.39. SHOCK DAMPERS - 30.G.VII. 30.G.VII in France has broken its offside rear shock damper arm FB.4595. Will you please send a replacement. Rm/AFM. | ||
| scan0220 | Arrangement of a driver for a car located in France. | ||
| View original record | 666a To Rm/IMW. from Rm. Chateauroux. Rm.1/MH.24.8.39. Further to my note Rm.4/MH.23.8.39, it appears to be unfair to ask any of your people to stop with the car in France. Will you, therefore,… | ||
| scan0221 | Arrangements in the event of hostilities and the delayed arrival of a fourth driver due to the crisis. | ||
| View original record | 666a. To. Rm. CHATEAUROUX. 2/25.8.39. We thank you for your memo re. arrangements in the event of hostilities which we have noted. We had hoped that a fourth driver would have arrived by now to… | ||
| scan0222 | Telegram from Chateauroux proposing a return to Derby due to risk of breakdown and petrol difficulties. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAM Handwritten reference: 666a Office Stamp: 0630 DERBY Received Stamp: PM 4.30 Date Stamp: 26AUG39 Handwritten note: read over to Mr Robotham Telegram service line: + 512 CC 1050 26… | ||
| scan0223 | Memo providing instructions for staff regarding a car in France. | ||
| View original record | 666a. Waller Hotel de France Chateauroux Indre FRANCE RETURN AS PROPOSED. LEAVE GARDNER WITH CAR UNTIL HE HAS CONTACTED SLEATOR. Robotham. | ||
| scan0224 | Letter to A.J. Gardiner in Dieppe confirming a cheque for fr.5,000 and providing instructions for a car due to the developing crisis. | ||
| View original record | 666a PER REGISTERED POST. A.J. Gardiner, Poste Restante, DIEPPE. Rm/IMW2/R.29.8.39. Herewith confirmation of our telegram and cheque for fr.5,000 which you should be able to cash at your hotel. We… | ||
| scan0225 | Typed message to a Mr. Gardiner in Dieppe, instructing him to arrange the shipment of a car to England. | ||
| View original record | 666a 29.8.39. GARDINER POSTE RESTANTE DIEPPE. ARRANGE SHIP CAR ENGLAND SOON AS POSSIBLE STOP STAND BY UNLESS CIRCUMSTANCES DICTATE YOUR RETURN STOP SENDING CHEQUE POSTE RESTANTE W.A. Robotham | ||
| scan0226 | Communication cancelling a car reservation and instructing the driver to return to Derby. | ||
| View original record | 666a P M Lory 31/8/39 LOCKER, R.A.C. DIEPPE CANCEL RESERVATION ROLLS-ROYCE RC7211 PLEASE INSTRUCT DRIVER RETURN DERBY WALLER, | ||
| scan0227 | Telegram to Gardiner in Dieppe concerning car shipping and custody arrangements. | ||
| View original record | 666a RM/GW 31/8/39. GARDINER, POSTE RESTANTE, DIEPPE. CANCEL RESERVATION FOR SHIPPING CAR LEAVE IN SAFE CUSTODY AND RETURN DERBY STOP ARRANGEMENTS DO NOT INDICATE SERIOUS SITUATION WALLER | ||
| scan0228 | Requesting a new scheme for the Bijur elbow on a Silver Phantom as it is fouling the floorboard. | ||
| View original record | 66ba. To Da. from Rm/IMW. Rm/IMW.1/MH.31.8.39. SILVER PHANTOM. We find on 30.G.VII. that the Bijur elbow for the clutch withdrawal feed fouls the centre floorboard. It appears impracticable to alter… | ||
| scan0229 | New blueprints for the Silver Wraith Chassis crankcase, bearings, and cylinder components. | ||
| View original record | TO HYS. o. BY. o. id/JF. c. Rm/Swdl. Overseas for HPS. 666a BY/CS1/EH.1.9.39. Silver Wraith Chassis. Crankcase & Bearings - Section 5000. Specification No. SW.60/7. Please receive herewith blue prints… | ||
| scan0230 | Letter from The Royal Automobile Club concerning the freight account for a member's car travelling from Dieppe to Newhaven. | ||
| View original record | 666a The Royal Automobile Club. Pall Mall, London, S.W.1. Please address all Communications to THE SECRETARY Quoting the following Reference T DR. When Telephoning Please Quote Extension No RAC… | ||
| scan0231 | Request to settle an account for bringing chassis 30.G.VII back from France. | ||
| View original record | 666a To Les. from Rm. c. G/JWH. Rm.4/MH.13.9.39. Will you please settle the attached account re cost of bringing 30.G.VII back from France. O/N. 52439. Rm. | ||
| scan0232 | Arranging the use of an experimental Limousine, chassis 30.G.VII, for mileage accumulation. | ||
| View original record | 666a To Mr. Barkworth - Transport. c. Hs. c. Rm/FD. Rm.3/MH.10.10.39. TRANSPORT CARS. We have an experimental Limousine car on which we wish to cover mileage under slow speed running conditions. The… | ||
| scan0233 | Work order to replace rear spring interleaving and reset front shock dampers on a car. | ||
| View original record | 666a To HPS. c. to HPS/RH. c. to Rm/FD. Rm/Clm.7/JH. 9.1.40. 30.G.VII. Will you please carry out the following work on this car - 1. Remove rear springs and change the interleaving. New interleaving… | ||
| scan0234 | Alteration note for a Silver Wraith housing fulcrum pin to make casting suitable for left-hand drive cars. | ||
| View original record | TO RM 162 RG 9.5.40 SILVER WRAITH 666a SLC 7041 FW1836 - HOUSING FULCRUM PIN ALTERATION BLIND BOSS ADDED SIMILAR TO EXISTING BOSS TAP: .375 DIA. REASON TO MAKE CASTING SUITABLE FOR L.H. CARS IN… | ||
| scan0235 | Specification revision for the water pump on a Bentley Unit and Silver Wraith Chassis. | ||
| View original record | 666 To Rm. from Rm/CP. c. Rm/Wym. c. Rm/CTS. Rm/CP.10/LH.20.5.41. Bentley Unit 80-No 5 Silver Wraith Chassis 30-G-V11. Specification of the above unit is revised as follows :- Work carried out at Clan… | ||
| scan0236 | Chassis specification revision for a Silver Wraith and Bentley unit, detailing a new brake drum fitting. | ||
| View original record | 666a To Rm. from Rm/CP. C.C. Rm/Wym. Rm/CP.14/LH.20.5.41. Silver Wraith Chassis 30-G-V11 Bentley 80.Unit No.5 Specification of the above Chassis is revised as follows :- Work carried out at Clan… | ||
| scan0237 | Specification revision listing new replacement parts fitted to a Silver Wraith Chassis and Bentley 80 Unit. | ||
| View original record | MH Chassis To: Rm. from Rm/Wym/CP. c.c. to Rm/Wym. Rm/Wym/CP.5/LH.1.7.43. Silver Wraith Chassis 30.G.V11. Bentley 80 Unit No.5. Specification of the above Chassis is revised as follows :- Work carried… | ||
| scan0238 | The location of a body for experimental chassis 31-G-7. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Rm. 666B. Chassis Hn5/KW3.3.44. Body for Experimental Chassis 31-G-7. P. W. & Co., have located this body and telephoned you to this effect this afternoon. I take it you will tell Mr. Ward what… | ||