Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Proposed modifications for a propaganda tour to Nairobi, covering tyres, ground clearance, cooling and fuel systems. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm. Rm8/R.22.1.37. PROPOSED PROPAGANDA TOUR TO NAIROBI. With reference to the preparation of this car:- TYRES. We cannot use a 16" rim on the wheels owing to interference of the brake drum.… | ||
| scan0002 | Necessary vehicle modifications for a Mr. Symons, concerning the carburetter, clutch, tyres, and bodywork. | ||
| View original record | -2- CARBURETTER AIR INTAKE AND SAND. We think it is essential for extra precautions to be taken with regard to sand being drawn into the engine by the carburetter. It will almost certainly be… | ||
| scan0003 | Specifications for two tyre sizes, including effective circumference, width, rim size, and revolutions per mile. | ||
| View original record | 2 22.1.37. Standard Dunlop 7 x 18 96" effective circumference. Width unloaded - 6.9375" Rim.4.000" Road Wheel Revs/mile - 660 7.50 x 18 - 98.5" effective circumference Width unloaded - 7.8125" Rim… | ||
| scan0004 | Proposing a propaganda tour from London to Nairobi to gain publicity for the Phantom III car. | ||
| View original record | COPY 3/1 " Memo to Mr. Sidgreaves from H.E. Symons. Proposed Propaganda Tour to Nairobi. February, 1937. Object:- To obtain for Rolls-Royce cars the maximum possible Press, Radio and Film publicity… | ||
| scan0005 | Proposal outlining the method, route, and publicity strategy for a trans-African motor journey. | ||
| View original record | 3/2 2. Method:- Incidentally, this will be far and away the quickest "through" motor journey ever accomplished and would thus arouse a considerable amount of enthusiasm. But the whole atmosphere… | ||
| scan0006 | Proposal outlining the publicity, cost, and preparation for a journey using a Phantom III car. | ||
| View original record | 3/S 3. Publicity :- I am on excellent terms with the Algiers press and write also for the Nigerian Daily Times, and of course the British colonies listed above have daily papers published in English… | ||
| scan0007 | Modifications for car 34-EX for a proposed tour to Nairobi. | ||
| View original record | 4/1 PER BAG. S/W. Rm. Proposed Tour to Nairobi - 34-EX. Cx3/KW/25.1.37. Sg has asked me to write to you on the subject of Rm8/R22.1.37. With regard to the various points you raise we have the… | ||
| scan0008 | The arrangement of a qualified mechanic for Mr. Symons' journey and scheduling a meeting. | ||
| View original record | 4/2 - 2 - Cx3/KW25.1.37. Sg tells me he left with you a rather lengthy letter from Mr.Symons, in which he deals with the importance of having a highly qualified mechanic with him as the third… | ||
| scan0009 | List of vehicle specifications, equipment, and tools for an expedition or long-distance journey. | ||
| View original record | 1 For 2 people For 3 people Extra tanks in luggage locker :- Petrol 25 galls. 20 galls. (water tank filler to have lock) Water 10 galls. 15 galls. Tyres :- 9 in. section "Fort" type. Dunlop… | ||
| scan0010 | Typed list of vehicle spare parts, with a handwritten note '(as taken on Morris)'. | ||
| View original record | 2. (as taken on Morris) Spares. 1 Distributor. 2 Dynamo brushes. 1 Distributor Condenser. 1 Distributor roto arm. 1 Ignition coil. 4 12-volt Head lamp bulbs. } 4 Side lamp bulbs. (12-volt. 6-watt) }… | ||
| scan0011 | Typed and handwritten list of vehicle spare parts with queries. | ||
| View original record | 3. 9/A (as taken on movies) Spares cont. 1 bag Split pins. 1 Oil filler cap. 2 Fire extinguisher refills. 5 ft. 1/2 in. dia garden hose. 1 Radiator cap spanner. 4 Hose clips. 3 Radiator cap sealing… | ||
| scan0012 | Alterations to fit a second spare wheel for the 'Nairobi Tour' car and enclosing a photograph of a difficult track. | ||
| View original record | PER BAG S/W. Rm. 34-EX - Nairobi Tour. Cx1/KW27.1.37. I ought to remind you that a second spare wheel is required for this car. This will mean some alteration to the nearside mudguard and the addition… | ||
| scan0013 | Addressed to Hamilton Francobrit in Levallois-Perret, France, requesting the return of a letter. | ||
| View original record | 7 27.1.37. HAMILTON FRANCOBRIT LEVALLOIS-PERRET FRANCE. PLEASE RETURN DERBY BY SATURDAY MORNING LETTER FOLLOWING. W.A. Robotham ROBOTHAM. | ||
| scan0014 | Requesting an employee to return to Derby for a projected press trip on the Phantom III chassis. | ||
| View original record | Rm/HFH. c. to Rm/GWH. c. to Rm/IMW. Rm3/R.27.1.37. We have to-day wired you as follows:- "PLEASE RETURN TO DERBY BY SATURDAY MORNING "LETTER FOLLOWING." There is a projected press trip on the P.III,… | ||
| scan0015 | Driver assignments and vehicle availability for a press trip and other testing purposes. | ||
| View original record | W/K. Rm/GWH. from Rm. Rm4/R.27.1.37. Sg. has asked me to release Hamilton to go with the P.III on a Press trip across country to South Africa. In view of this you would probably like to send out… | ||
| scan0016 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. providing recommendations on tyre inflation pressures for driving on different types of sand. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "INFLATOR, PHONE, NORWEST, LONDON." TELEPHONE: MUSEUM 5400 (struck through) 16 LINES. EUSTON 3434. EXTENSION No. YOUR REF: OUR REF: NWHF/MC.3. DUNLOP HOUSE,… | ||
| scan0017 | Letter to Mr. Humphrey Symons regarding tyre inflation pressures for driving on sand. | ||
| View original record | A 121 D. R. CO., LTD. NWHF/MC.3. Contd... SHEET NO. 2. 29th January' 37. Humfrey Symons, Esq. hard sand inflation pressures of 20 - 25-lbs./sq.inch may be used, when soft sand is encountered inflation… | ||
| scan0018 | Tables detailing tyre performance characteristics including load, pressure, and use on different surfaces. | ||
| View original record | Table 1. Various Tyres carrying maximum tyre load of 4.75/16 (6½-cwts). Inflation pressures. Tyre size. lbs./sq. inch. Use. Ellipse Area sq. inch. Contact Pressure. lbs./sq. inch. 4.75/16 28. Roads.… | ||
| scan0019 | Specification of modifications for a car preparing for an overland Press tour to Nairobi. | ||
| View original record | HPS. from Rm. c. to RM/FD. c. to RM/Sym. c. to RM/Les. c. to RM/JBD. c. to RM/Std. c. to RM/Wst. c. to RM/Smth. 39-MX This car is coming into the Department first thing on Monday morning to be… | ||
| scan0020 | Outlining required modifications for a car's cooling, speedometer, and air intake, with a completion deadline. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm16/W.29.1.37. 11/= Cont'd (7) Cooling. also require a special high speed fan. Rm/Std. is getting Walter Bell to try this out. (8) Speedometer. This should be handed to Rm/Wst. to adjust for the… | ||
| scan0021 | Letter requesting the fitting of additional thermometers for a 'Nairobi Run' to gather temperature data. | ||
| View original record | LEATHERHEAD 600. Scott HAMILTON 12/1 THE CUTTING, GIVONS GROVE, LEATHERHEAD. 30th January 1937. - Rowbotham Esq., Experimental Department, Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby. Dear Sir, NAIROBI RUN. I did not… | ||
| scan0022 | Letter discussing vehicle instrumentation and carburetter settings required for high-altitude driving. | ||
| View original record | 2. 12/2 The two other instruments which are necessary are a Hughes motor compass (50s. less 20 per cent.) obtainable from S.Smith & Sons (M.A.) Ltd. or direct from Henry Hughes & Son Ltd., 59,… | ||
| scan0023 | Calculations for probable tyre loading on vehicle 34E.X. | ||
| View original record | PROBABLE TYRE LOADING 34E.X - 13 Rear Axle Wt. 29 . 0 . 14. 20 Gals Petrol. 1 . 2 . 0 1/2 3 Pass & rations 5 . 2 . 0 . 1 37 . . 14 = 2100 lbs / tyre. @ 15 lbs / sq" /pr. Lorry tyre area 59 sq" Loading… | ||
| scan0024 | Requesting the manufacture and fitting of a water tank to car 34-EX for its London-Nairobi tour. | ||
| View original record | 14 To HPS. Rm/Std.6/JH.1.2.37. We send you herewith Rm.302. which shows a sketch of a water tank carried under the spare wheel on a Phantom III car. Will you please have such a tank made and fitted… | ||
| scan0025 | Urgent internal memo requesting parts and instruments for the Nairobi Run car. | ||
| View original record | Rm/West from Rm/HFH. desant 15/1 Rm/HFH.7/M.1.2.37. 34 Ex Re Nairobi Run. Please will you supply us with the necessary parts and instruments as set out in the attached sheet. These are of the utmost… | ||
| scan0026 | List of electrical equipment and spares required for the 34 Ex. Nairobi Run. | ||
| View original record | Electrical Equipment required for 34 Ex. Nairobi Run. Spares for make and brake and distributors. 1 make and brake rocker arm and spring. 1 condenser. 1 coil. Dynamo brushes. 12 side lamp bulbs. 12… | ||
| scan0027 | Relining the rear brakes on car 34 EX due to wear before a severe braking test. | ||
| View original record | HPS from Rm/AFM. diesel Rm/AFM.18/M.2.237. 34 EX. As this car may have to do some severe braking on its forthcoming test it is necessary to reline the rear brakes as these are more than half worn out.… | ||
| scan0028 | List of modifications to be carried out on Unit No. 7 34 EX. | ||
| View original record | 17 Derek HPS from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.19/M.2.2.37. No. 7 Unit 34 EX. Will you please carry out the following modifications on this unit. (1) 4 felts to be fitted in the valve end of each rocker. (2)… | ||
| scan0029 | Mounting a petrol pump on car 34 EX on a production rubber mounting and fitting a bracket to the frame. | ||
| View original record | 18 HPS. from Rm/JBD. derek Rm/JBD.20/M.2.2.37. 34 EX. Will you please have the petrol pump on the dash of 34 EX mounted on the present production rubber mounting. The pump on the frame will also be… | ||
| scan0030 | Urgent request to obtain one set of Parsons Colonial pattern wheel chains for a Nairobi Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. c.c. to C/JWH. Desert 19 7P Rm/HPH.6/JH.2.2.37. NIAROBI PHANTOM III. Will you please obtain 1 set of Parsons Colonial pattern wheel chains 7.50 x .8". Very urgent. Order No. 52053. Rm/F.Dodd. | ||
| scan0031 | Typed list of spares and equipment to be obtained by Mr. Symons. | ||
| View original record | 20 SPARES TO BE OBTAINED BY Mr. Symons. First Aid Outfit. Axe in case. Sand ladders. Canvas bucket. 2 entrenching tools. 100 yds. lead line cord. 2 tins of Never-leak. Hacksaw frame. Tapley gradient… | ||
| scan0032 | Letter discussing travel arrangements including inoculation, car shipment, and passport validation. | ||
| View original record | 21 Experimental Dept. Rm/HFH.14/JH. 3rd. February, 1937. H.E.Symons Esq., The Cutting, Givons Grove, Leatherhead, Dear Mr. Symons, During the course of our conversation this morning we omitted to… | ||
| scan0033 | Instructing the fitting of thermometers to a Phantom III for the Nairobi Run. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm. Rm.1/AP.3.2.37. 21/1 Nairobi Run Phantom III. Des. Please will you arrange for the fitting of a Negretti & Zambra thermometer in the oil inlet pipe to the cooler. Also one to measure… | ||
| scan0034 | Requesting the fitting of new half shafts to the 34 Ex rear axle for the Nairobi Run. | ||
| View original record | D2 HPS from RM/HFH dest. .Rm/HFH.9/M.3.2.37. 34 EX. NAIROBI RUN. Rm has agreed that 34 Ex rear axle should have new half shafts fitted. Will you please arrange for this to be done. Rm/HFH. | ||
| scan0035 | Request to remove a filler cap and spout from a Bentley tank for use on the reserve tank of car 34-EX. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. Des. Rm/JBD.14/JH.4.2.37. Will you please have the filler cap and spout complete removed from the Bentley tank, I will supply. same. This is required for the reserve tank on 34-EX. Rm/JBD. 23 | ||
| scan0036 | Request to manufacture a 20-gallon reserve petrol tank from 20 S.W.G. tinned steel. | ||
| View original record | Per 24 To HPS. Rm/JBD.13/JH.4.2.37. 34-EX. Will you please make one 20 gallon reserve petrol tank from 20 S.W.G. tinned steel to the attached drawing. Rm/J.B.Dixon. | ||
| scan0037 | Request to arrange for one water tank to be made to an attached drawing. | ||
| View original record | Des. 25 To HPS from Rm/HFH. Rm/HFH.3/JH.5.2.37. Will you please arrange to have 1 water tank made to the attached drawing. Fittings to be supplied. Rm/H.P.Hamilton. | ||
| scan0038 | Instruction to arrange wiring for an illuminated G.B. plate on car 34-EX. | ||
| View original record | Des 26 To HBS.from Rm/HFH. Rm/HFH.7/JE.5.2.37. A G.B. plate is being supplied to be fitted to 34-EX. Will you please arrange for the necessary wiring for illuminating it with a switch on the facia… | ||
| scan0039 | Letter to Mr. Symons regarding arrangements for a trip, including vehicle documentation, tyres, and equipment. | ||
| View original record | Experimental Department 27 Rm/HFH.12/AP. 5th February 1937 1011 P Mr.Symons, The Cutting, Givons Grove, LEATHERHEAD Dear Mr.Symons, Many thanks for your letter, Enclosed herewith is the completed form… | ||
| scan0040 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. arranging for a set of wheels to be knurled. | ||
| View original record | 101Φ 48 Experimental Dept. Rm/HFH.10/JH. 5th February, 1937. Mr. Price, Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Birmingham. Dear Sir, Further to our conversation on the 'phone this afternoon. Would you… | ||
| scan0041 | The procurement of a compass and aneroid for chassis 34-EX. | ||
| View original record | To HPS/CEP. from Rm/Wst. Rm/Wst.5/AP.5.2.37. In connection with chassis 34-EX., will you please obtain as quickly as possible from Messrs S.Smith and Sons Ltd., Cricklewood, one Hughes Motor Compass,… | ||
| scan0042 | Requesting the manufacture of brackets for carrying planks and entrenching tools based on an attached sketch. | ||
| View original record | desert 1011 30 To HPS. from Rm/HFH. Rm/HFH.1/AP.8.2.37. Will you please arrange for brackets to be made as per attached sketch, to carry planks and entrenching tools etc. Rm/HFH. | ||
| scan0043 | Request to fit a stoneguard of 24 S.W.G. tinned steel to the tank of chassis 34-EX. | ||
| View original record | tOTO. 1011 31 To HPS. Rm/JBD.6/JH.8.2.37. 34-EX. Will you please have a stoneguard of 24 S.W.G. tinned steel over felt fitted to the tank of 34-EX to drawing SK.5036. This can be made without fixing… | ||
| scan0044 | Requesting modifications to the petrol supply and pump switch for experimental car 34-EX. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. 21019 32 Rm/JBD.9/JH.8.2.37. 34-EX. Will you please arrange that the petrol supply for the above car is fitted up to the attached sketch. It is also necessary to fit a two way switch in the… | ||
| scan0045 | Arranging for the experimental car 34-EX to be photographed in London. | ||
| View original record | W/S - BKL. from Rm/HFH. 10 11 33 Rm/HFH.7/JH.9.2.37. NAIROBI AND KENYA RUN. 34-EX will be down in London on Tuesday and Wednesday of next week, but so that you may make some definite arrangements for… | ||
| scan0046 | Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding knurling treatment for a set of wheels and a request to inject punctureless solution into the tubes. | ||
| View original record | 3- 1011 (Experimental Dept.) Rm/HFH18/M 10th February, 1938. Mr. H.E. Price, Dunlop Rubber Co., Fort Dunlop, Erdington, BIRMINGHAM. Dear Sir, Thank you for your letter, HEP/HM.588D informing us that… | ||
| scan0047 | Instructions for replacing and testing the radiator steam valve on a 34 EX car for Kenya. | ||
| View original record | HPS from Rm/Std. (Handwritten) Y.o'll (Handwritten) 35 Rm/Std4/M.10.2.37. 34 EX CAR FOR KENYA RADIATOR STEAM VALVE. Will you please have the steam valve fitted to this radiator removed and fit a new… | ||
| scan0048 | Typed list of spares and equipment for vehicle 34-EX. | ||
| View original record | 36/1 11.2.37. SPARES AND BITS FOR 34-EX. 4 inner tubes. Jack. Jack fluid. Distilled water. Fire extinguishers. Soldering iron. Solder. Spirits soldering. Files. Emery. Tyre covers. (3). Hack saw… | ||
| scan0049 | Typed list of vehicle spare parts and consumables, page 2. | ||
| View original record | -2- 36/- Propeller shaft. Duckhams.) Water Pump ) Grease. Soap. Rubber hose. 1/2" dia. outside 3' Sheet Alum: " Iron. Parson's chains. 2 sets. Sparking plugs (24). Petrol pump diaphragms long and… | ||
| scan0050 | Typed list of tools and spare parts, page 3. | ||
| View original record | -3- Fan pulley extractor. Special stud for changing front spring. Schader valves. Taps and dies. Hand brace. Tin shears. Drills (assorted). Nuts and bolts assorted. Split pins assorted. Make and… | ||
| scan0051 | List of spares and miscellaneous parts for vehicle project 34-EX. | ||
| View original record | 1011 36/1 Shand w/y 11.2.37. SPARES AND BITS FOR 34-EX. 4 inner tubes. Jack. Jack fluid. Distilled water. Fire extinguishers. Soldering iron. Solder. Spirits soldering. Files. Emery. Tyre covers. (3).… | ||
| scan0052 | List of spares and equipment, including grease, hoses, chains, and various engine components. | ||
| View original record | -2- 36/53 Shaw Propellor shaft. Duckhams.) Water Pump ) Grease. Soap. Rubber hose. 1/2" dia. outside 3'. Sheet Alum: " Iron. Parson's chains. 2 sets. Sparking plugs (24). Petrol pump diaphragms long… | ||
| scan0053 | List of tools and assorted spare parts, page 3. | ||
| View original record | -3- Fan pulley extractor. Special stud for changing front spring. Schader valves. Taps and dies. Hand brace. Tin shears. Drills (assorted). Nuts and bolts assorted. Split pins assorted. Make and… | ||
| scan0054 | Letter to Mr. H.F. Symons regarding a duplicate order for an Aneroid, allowing him to receive a discount. | ||
| View original record | 37 1011 Experimental Dept. Rm/HFH.S/JH. 11th February, 1937. Mr. H.F.Symons, The Cutting, Givons Grove, LEATHERHEAD. Dear Mr. Symons, We have received a letter from Henry Hughes & Sons informing us… | ||
| scan0055 | Measured capacity of a 3 4-EX fresh water tank. | ||
| View original record | 10" 38 To Rm/HFH. Rm/WB.1/JH.12.2.37. 3 4-EX FRESH WATER TANK. Rm.302. The capacity of this tank measured. 3 galls. 7 pts. Rn/W.Bell. 56 | ||
| scan0056 | Stating the measured capacity of the 3 4-EX fresh water tank. | ||
| View original record | 38 Loan copy To Rm/HFH. 1011 Rm/WB.1/JH.12.2.37. 3 4-EX FRESH WATER TANK. Rm.302. Thecapacity of this tank measured. 3 galls. 7 pts. Rn/W.Bell. | ||
| scan0057 | Request to arrange for a new pair of P.100 Lucas Lamps to be fitted to car 34 Ex. | ||
| View original record | 39 ४ 1011 HPS from Rm/HFH. Rm/HFH6/M.16.2.37. Please will you arrange for a new pair of P.100 Lucas Lamps to be fitted to 34 Ex. To Job No. 52053. Rm/HFH. | ||
| scan0058 | Letter to the Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. acknowledging receipt of wheels fitted with puncture sealing liquid for an African trip. | ||
| View original record | 1011 40 Experimental Dept. Rm/HFH.10/JH. 16th February, 1937. Mr. Price, The Dunlop Rubber Co.Ltd., Fort Dunlop, Birmingham. Dear Mr. Price, We have duly received the set of wheels together with inner… | ||
| scan0059 | Telegraph requesting 6 Parsons emergency grips due to snow risk in the Atlas Mountains. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAPHS B or C Charges to pay TIME OF RECEIPT PM 2 48 From... If there is doubt about the accuracy of any part of this telegram ring “Telegrams delivery for Enquiry” or call at the… | ||
| scan0060 | Dispatch memo confirming springs and washers for a Silver Ghost are leaving Derby by train. | ||
| View original record | 42 1011. Rn/Gry 18.2.37. HAMILTON. SILVER GHOST PHONE LONDON. SPRINGS AND WASHERS LEAVING DERBY 6.4. TRAIN. TO-DAY. GRYLLS. | ||
| scan0061 | Letter regarding an enclosed list of air services and contingency plans for requiring spares for a plane. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: Miss Rees Handwritten: Mvan Corr / file this / GRY Handwritten: 1011 Handwritten: 45/1 Stamped: LEATHERHEAD 600. Stamped Address: THE CUTTING, GIVONS GROVE, LEATHERHEAD. 19th February… | ||
| scan0062 | Air service schedules for sending spares to Africa on SABENA and Imperial Airways. | ||
| View original record | 43/2 Air Services for sending out spares etc. to Africa. Outward Journey. SABENA. Leave London Fri. Feb. 26. Leave Brussels Sat. Feb. 27 Arrive Zinder ) Tues. March 2. (car due near here Feb. 27)… | ||
| scan0063 | Page detailing return journey flight schedules for various airlines in March. | ||
| View original record | 2. Return Journey. IMPERIAL AIRWAYS. Leave London Fri. Mch 5. Tues Mch. 9. Arrive Nairobi Weds. Mch. 10. Sun. Mch. 14. SABENA. Leave Brussels Sat. Mch. 13. Arrive Zinder or Fort Lamy Tues. Mch. 16.… | ||
| scan0064 | Various parts for Phantom III Chassis No.34-Ex to be sent to London. | ||
| View original record | 44 To B.S.P. [crossed out] G.Art. from HPS/WSC. 1011 c. Rm/Gry. HPS/WSC. 19/ A.18.2.37. O/52053. Phantom III Chassis No.34-Ex. We hand you herewith:- 2-G.84713 Inner Springs. 2-G.84714 Outer Springs.… | ||
| scan0065 | Invoice from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. for treating tubes with puncture sealing compound. | ||
| View original record | Rm. 1011 0 / S2053 45 G/Cam/CA.31/WP.24.2.37. For the Attention of Mr. Hamilton. ------------------------ We have an invoice from The Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., dated 12th inst., on which we are charged… | ||
| scan0066 | Requesting a covering order for a charge from Dunlop for treating tubes for a car sent to Nairobi. | ||
| View original record | 1011 k6 Roy. from Rm/Gry. c. to G/Cam/CA. Rm/Gry3/R.25.2.37. With reference to G/Cam/CA.31/WP.24.2.37. in which Dunlop's are charging us 10/- for treating 10 - 7.50 x 18 Tubes, these were fitted on… | ||
| scan0067 | Invoice from Tapley & Co. for a Performance Meter, seeking approval for payment. | ||
| View original record | 47 16'11 Rm. G/Cam/CA.12/DW.26.2.37. For the attention of Mr.Hamilton. We have an invoice from Tapley & Co. dated 15th instant, details of which are shown below. To one Tapley Performance Meter,… | ||
| scan0068 | Covering order for one Tapley Performance Meter. | ||
| View original record | 1011 48 To Roy. from Rm/Gry. c. to G/Cam. Rm/Gry.7/AP.27.2.37. Will you please issue the necessary covering order to the Tapley Co. for one Tapley Performance Meter. This should be charged to order… | ||
| scan0069 | Telegram from Symons requesting a voltage control and four tyres with tubes to be sent to Nairobi. | ||
| View original record | Printed in England. (Dec., 1936.) (225,000.) CABLE AND WIRELESS LIMITED. (Message Form 5/-157.) 49 10 11 12 STAMP: OFFICE OF ISSUE. CABLE AND WIRELESS LIMITED BIRMINGHAM BRANCH - 1 MAR. 1937 * FULL… | ||
| scan0070 | Telegram from Kano requesting a voltage control, four tyres, and four tubes to be sent via Imperial Airways to Nairobi. | ||
| View original record | M.D. C. & W. 1011. 49/1 RR. 144A. (12 BKS) (45656-10-5-33) 3/9720/2. ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. RECEIVED STAMP: MAR 1 Time Received: 9.25 Date: 1-3-37 To: Grylls Roycar Derby… | ||
| scan0071 | Despatch of a Voltage Regulator for a Ph.III Chassis No.34-Ex to Nairobi. | ||
| View original record | To [redacted] from HPS/WSC. c. Rm/Gry. 1011 50 HPS/WSC.10/BA.1.3.37. O/52053. Ph.III Chassis No.34-Ex. We hand you herewith:- 1 Voltage Regulator. Will you please despatch same per Air Mail, addressed… | ||
| scan0072 | Press release detailing the first luxury car journey across the Sahara desert. | ||
| View original record | FIRST LUXURY CAR TO CROSS THE SAHARA. BRITISH MOTORING FEAT. A message just received from Kano, Nigeria, states that a party of three British motorists, including the well-known trials driver, Mr. H.… | ||
| scan0073 | The dispatch of tyres and tubes to Nairobi and requesting a covering order. | ||
| View original record | 1011 52 Roy. from Rm/Gry. c. to G/JWH. Rm/Gry2/R.4.3.37. We telephoned Dunlops to send by Air Mail to Mr. Symonds at Nairobi 4 - 7.50 x 18 covers and tubes. Will you please send them a covering order… | ||
| scan0074 | Request to despatch a pair of standard rear spring pads to St. Pancras station. | ||
| View original record | YO11. 53 HPS. from Rm/Les. Rm/Lesl/R.4.3.37. 34-EX. Will you please despatch by Passenger Train to St. Pancras marked "To be called for by Rolls-Royce Ltd." A pair of standard rear spring pads… | ||
| scan0075 | Investigating the cause of repeated tyre failures during the Nairobi Run for car 34-EX. | ||
| View original record | S/W 2 covers 10 tubes 1011. 54 To Gry. from Sg. Copy to Hs. C. Cx.Bkl. re 34-EX - Nairobi Run. Sg5/E4.3.37 I am very sorry to hear that the success of this trip has been ruined by failure of tyres. I… | ||
| scan0076 | Tyre selection, performance, and failures during the Nairobi Run for car 34-EX. | ||
| View original record | 1011 35 Sg. from Rm/Gry. Hs. C. Cx. Bkl. Rm/Gry/R.5.3.37. 34-EX - NAIROBI RUN. SE/E.4.3.37. The two possible types of tyre for this car were 7.50 x 18 and a lorry tyre "Giant". The former was chosen… | ||
| scan0077 | Discrepancy in a tyre order from Dunlop, involving different quantities and destinations. | ||
| View original record | 1011 66 G/Cam/CA.15/JM.6.3.37 Rm. Further to your memo Rm/Gry.2/R.4.3.37, instructing for an order to be issued to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd., for 4 - 7.50 x 18 Covers complete with Tubes, which Dunlop's… | ||
| scan0078 | Clarifying an order and shipment of Dunlop tyres to Nairobi. | ||
| View original record | 1011 57 G/Cam/CA. from Rm/Gry. c. to Roy. Rm/Gry1/R.10.3.37. Replying to G/Cam/CA.15/JM.6.3.37., we telephoned Dunlops for four tyres only to be sent to Nairobi, the other six were ordered by Sales… | ||
| scan0079 | Official order be sent to Messrs Sanderson & Homes for item 34-EX. | ||
| View original record | 58 To. Roy. from Rm/FD. c. to G/JWH. Rm/FD.15/AP.10.3.37. Will you please send an official order to Messrs Sanderson & Homes, Derby for 34-EX. 0/52053. £49. 19. 6. Rm/FD. | ||
| scan0080 | Feedback on the shock absorbers and brakes for car 34-EX. | ||
| View original record | 1011 59 Sg To Hs. from Sg. Copy to Ex. Gry. re Mr.Symons - 34-EX. Sg20/H12.3.37 I attach extract from his recent letter. I should like to hear what we have to say about the shock absorbers, which you… | ||
| scan0081 | Extract from a letter detailing a car's performance and necessary repairs after a long-distance journey. | ||
| View original record | 60 Extract from letter from Mr.Humphrey Symons received 12.3.37 The rear shock-absorbers are rotten, they need topping-up every 500 miles and are in constant need of repair - a poor contrast to the… | ||
| scan0082 | Brakes and rear shock absorbers on car 34-EX for the Nairobi Run. | ||
| View original record | 1011 61 Sg. from Rm/Gry. c. to Hs. c. to Da. Rm/Gry4/R.13.3.37. 34-EX - NAIROBI RUN. Sg20/E12.3.37. With regard to the brakes on this car, their functioning is identical with what is being sold to the… | ||
| scan0083 | Letter from Nairobi discussing car troubles with model 34 Ex after crossing the Sahara. | ||
| View original record | CABLES: "JET" NAIROBI. 1011- TELEPHONE 2419. 62/1 TORR'S HOTEL LTD. DIRECTORS: MAJOR EWART SCOTT GROGAN, D.S.O. ERNEST BEASLEY GILL, A.C.A. PERCY WHEELOCK, A.C.A. RICHARD ARNOTT, F.C.R.A. P. O. BOX… | ||
| scan0084 | Vehicle performance, detailing temperatures, component function, and on-road repairs. | ||
| View original record | one time the temperature reached 118°F in the shade. The high lift pump always functioned and supplied petrol without fail. The other pump has not been used. Dixon ought to be duly patted on the back.… | ||
| scan0085 | Report from Nairobi on vehicle damage including suspension, tyres, and undercarriage. | ||
| View original record | CABLES: "JET" NAIROBI. TELEPHONE 2419. TORR'S HOTEL LTD. DIRECTORS :- MAJOR EWART SCOTT GROGAN, D.S.O. ERNEST BEASLEY GILL, A.C.A. PERCY WHEELOCK, A.C.A. RICHARD ARNOTT, F.C.R.A. P. O. BOX 419,… | ||
| scan0086 | Letter with two technical sketches illustrating component failures after mileage. | ||
| View original record | TORR'S HOTEL. LTD. NAIROBI. All this sounds a bit bad, so to speak, but actually the car is in quite a good condition, and very much resembles a 10,000 mile car, after having completed that mileage.… | ||
| scan0087 | Cover note for an enclosed cable from Mr. Symons regarding a trip to Nairobi. | ||
| View original record | 10/11 63/1 S/W Sg To Hs. from Sg. [Struck through] Copy to Da.Gry. re Nairobi Trip. Sg28/H17.3.37 I enclose herewith copy of further cable received from Mr.Symons. Sg. Enc. copy of cable received… | ||
| scan0088 | Typed copy of a telegram from Symons in Bangassou reporting a propshaft repair. | ||
| View original record | 63/2 Telegram received (12.45 p.m.) from Symons, Bangassou ------- MAKING EXCELLENT PROGRESS PROPSHAFT CAME IN HALF REPAIR EFFECTED SYMONS. ------- This was despatched on Saturday, the 13th March,… | ||
| scan0089 | Overland expedition from England to Kenya in a seven-seater limousine. | ||
| View original record | 5/W3 Rm J-1011 64 ENGLAND TO KENYA BY LIMOUSINE. Travelling comfortably in a luxurious seven-seater limousine, Mr. H. E. Symons, the well-known motorist, and his friends, Messrs. H. B. Browning and H.… | ||
| scan0090 | Requesting a report on the performance of brakes and shock absorbers for car 34-EX during the Nairobi Run. | ||
| View original record | 1011 65 S/W To Gry. from Sg. re 34-EX - Nairobi Run. Sg19/E17.3.37 I believe that the man who went with Mr.Symons was from your Dept. Immediately on his return would you please ask him for his report… | ||
| scan0091 | Requesting the inspection of a failed and reportedly weak Phantom III propeller shaft. | ||
| View original record | 1011. Sg To Hs. from Sg. To Gry. from Sg. re Mr.Symons' Trip - 34-EX. Sg16/E31.3.37 I have received a very long letter from him and I attach extracts which I think will be of interest. I should rather… | ||
| scan0092 | Extracts from a letter by Mr. H.E. Symons detailing technical problems encountered with a vehicle's tyres, suspension, steering, brakes, and propellor shaft. | ||
| View original record | EXTRACTS FROM LETTER FROM MR. H.E. SYMONS. NAIROBI 19th March, 1937. The Dunlop people here are, naturally, very concerned at the very poor service given by the tyres and attribute it entirely through… | ||
| scan0093 | Vehicle endurance test, detailing performance, journey plans, and technical feedback. | ||
| View original record | -2- Furthermore, having succeeded completely in what we have undertaken it would not be risking an anti-climax in the form of possible trouble on the way back. Hamilton, in my opinion quite rightly,… | ||
| scan0094 | Tyre failures on the Nairobi Run and a disagreement with Dunlop over the cause being vehicle overloading. | ||
| View original record | 1011. 68 S/W. Rm. Nairobi Run- Tyre Failures. Cx2/KW16.4.37. Dunlops in a letter to Sg seem inclined to blame the overloading of the car for these failures, coupled with exceptional conditions of… | ||
| scan0095 | Requesting a job number for car 34 EX to charge for a driver's time and expenses for taking the car to Derby. | ||
| View original record | 69 Miss Reis 1011 Please answer GRY RC2/I/19.4.37. 52053 Lillie Hall to W. Rm/GRY. Would you please let us know whether there is any special job number for 34 EX, the car that went to Africa, we wish… | ||
| scan0096 | Providing the special job number 52053 for the Nairobi car 3/4 34-EX. | ||
| View original record | 70 1011 W/LH. RC. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry13/R.20.4.37. RC2/L/19.4.37: The special job number in connection with the Nairobi car 3/4 34-EX - is 52053. Rm/Gry. | ||
| scan0097 | Tyre failures due to unexpected vehicle weight on the Nairobi Run. | ||
| View original record | W/S. Cx. from Rm/Gry. Rm. Absent. Rm/Gry9/R.20.4.37. Tyre Failures on Nairobi Run. Cx2/KW16.4.37. The original weight figure supplied to Dunlops for the rear axle loading of 34-EX was based on the… | ||
| scan0098 | List of work to be carried out on car 34-EX. | ||
| View original record | To HPS.. 1011 34-EX. 71 Rm/FD.12/JH.20.4.37. Will you please have the following work carried out on the above car. (1) Remove damaged prop. shaft and fit new one. (2) Remove radiator matrix unit, and… | ||
| scan0099 | Request to arrange for a filter on car 34-EX to be photographed with two pipes attached. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. Rm/JBD.2/JH.22.4.37. 73 1011 34-EX. Will you please arrange to have the filter which was fitted on 34-EX mounted in the centre under the flap below opposite rear door. This is to be… | ||
| scan0100 | Requesting Hamilton's report regarding troubles with shock absorbers on the 34-EX Nairobi Run. | ||
| View original record | 1011 74 S/W To Gry. from Sg. re 34-EX - Nairobi Run. Sg13/E22.4.37 Referring to Sg19/E17.3.37 I understand Hamilton has been back now about a week and I am anxious to see his report regarding troubles… | ||
| scan0101 | Delay in the Nairobi Run report on brakes and shock absorbers due to illness. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry1/R.23.4.37. 34-EX - NAIROBI RUN. Sg13/E22.4.37. Hamilton 'phoned us at the end of last week to say that he was suffering from Malaria and would not be back until the middle of… | ||
| scan0102 | Request to retrieve a notebook containing limericks from a car after an African trip. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Rm...from Bkl. 1011 76/1 c/y H.B. Browning Bkl.18/27.4.37 African trip. 34-EX I have had a letter from Mr. H. B. Browning who went on the above, who says "In the back of the car there is a ladies… | ||
| scan0103 | The location of a book for vehicle 34-EX after an African Trip. | ||
| View original record | 76/2 1011 W/S. Bkl. from Rm/Gry. African Trip. 34-EX. Bkl.18/27.4.37. Rm/Gry6/R.29.4.37. We were not able to discover any book in 34-EX, but now that Hamilton has returned to the Works we hear that he… | ||
| scan0104 | Condition of the 34-EX Nairobi Car chassis and recommendations for its future use. | ||
| View original record | 77 1011 Hs. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry1/R.29.4.37. 34-EX - NAIROBI CAR. It is the intention of Sales to send this chassis to Hoopers so that they can build on to it their new experimental all-aluminium body.… | ||
| scan0105 | Vehicle damage after the 'Nairobi run' and requesting an estimate for repairs. | ||
| View original record | Hd. from Rm/Gry. 34-EX. We are sending in this car to the Repair Dept. after its return from the Nairobi run. Hs. has agreed that it can be overhauled exactly as if a customer had asked you to do the… | ||
| scan0106 | Letter from battery manufacturer Peto & Radford regarding the performance of a battery in a Phantom III car. | ||
| View original record | 1011 79 Works, Dagenham Dock, Essex TELEPHONE SLOANE 7164. 5 LINES PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE TELEGRAMS DAGENITE, CONCENTRATION, SOWEST, LONDON. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO &… | ||
| scan0107 | Letter detailing the performance of a car battery in a Phantom III during an extended trip. | ||
| View original record | 1011 80/1 3rd. May 1937 Rm/HFH.19/AP. G.R.N.Minchin Esq., Messrs Peto & Radford, 50 Grosvenor Gardens, LONDON S.W.1. Your Ref. M/5. Dear Sir, With reference to your letter of the 30th ult., Mr.West… | ||
| scan0108 | Page two of a letter providing guidance on using photographs for press advertisements. | ||
| View original record | -2- If you do happen to use the photographs for press advertisments it would be wise not to mention the name of the car as this cannot be done unless the run was officially observed. Yours faithfully,… | ||
| scan0109 | Letter from accumulator manufacturers Peto & Radford discussing the performance of their battery during a test run. | ||
| View original record | Works, Dagenham Dock, Essex TELEPHONE SLOANE 7164. 5 LINES PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE TELEGRAMS DAGENITE, CONCENTRATION, SOWEST, LONDON. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD… | ||
| scan0110 | Total mileage of pistons and liners for chassis No. 34-EX. | ||
| View original record | 88 Rm/Gry from Mx 1011 Mx19/T6.5.37 re. Chassis No. 34-EX - Pistons & Liners. The present set of liners and pistons were fitted in this car after it had run 11,000 miles. These pistons and liners had… | ||
| scan0111 | Recovery of personal items from a car and an inquiry about petrol pump diaphragms. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Rm...from Bkl. Copy to H.F.Hamilton Humfrey Symons is asking for two small Primus Stoves, and a Prismatic Compass which should be in the offside door pocket of the car. He says it is precious as… | ||
| scan0112 | Photograph of a connecting rod and bolt after 41,000 miles. | ||
| View original record | 41,000 miles 4 | ||
| scan0113 | Photograph of a gearbox cover plate showing external linkages and controls. | ||
| View original record | A34/11.12.35 PASS 4 | ||
| scan0114 | Photograph of a bare rolling chassis, with a complete car visible in the background. | ||
| View original record | AMB 435 | ||
| scan0115 | Front view of a heavy vehicle chassis and engine assembly. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS R ROYCE RC 3169 | ||
| scan0116 | Photograph of a complete rolling chassis with engine inside a workshop. | ||
| View original record | ", | ||
| scan0117 | Photograph showing two heavily corroded batteries in a compartment within a chassis. | ||
| View original record | ", | ||
| scan0118 | The urgent dispatch of a box of petrol pump diaphragms to the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | 1011 84 W/S - BKL. from Rm/HFH. Rm/HFH.9/JH.6.5.37. Re 34-EX. Please will you arrange for the box of petrol pump diaphragms which were unloaded together with the food stuff and cinema films, to be… | ||
| scan0119 | The location and movement of equipment including primus stoves, ladders, and a shovel. | ||
| View original record | W/S - BKL. from Rm/HFH. 10/D 85 Rm/HFH.1/JH.8.5.37. Re your 7.5.37. The two primus stoves you refer to are in the blue picnic outfit which you now have. We are sending the ladders and shovel to Lillie… | ||
| scan0120 | Items sent to Lillie Hall. | ||
| View original record | W/S - BKL. (1011). 86 Rm/FD.2/JH.10.5.37. We are despatching today to Lillie Hall addressed for your attention :- 1 - Presmatic compass. 1 - Shovel. 1 - Set of rope ladders. Rm/F.Dodd. | ||
| scan0121 | Location of petrol pump diaphragms found amongst food tins. | ||
| View original record | 1011 86 W/S - BKL. from Rm/HFH. Rm/HFH.7/JH.8.5.37. The petrol pump diaphragms that we asked for, were among the food tins in the food box and must have been unloaded at Conduit street, with the rest… | ||
| scan0122 | Request to despatch a shovel, sand ladders, and a prismatic compass to Lillie Hall for Mr. Buckley. | ||
| View original record | 1011 87 To G/Mt. c. to DBP. Rm/FD.1/JH.D.5.37. Will you please despatch today certain one shovel and sand ladders, to Lillie Hall, marked for the attention of Mr. Buckley. Also please despatch one… | ||
| scan0123 | The High Pressure Petrol Pump from the 34-EX (Nairobi car) after a 13,000-mile run. | ||
| View original record | 98 To E. c. to By. 1011 Rm/JBD.3/JH.31.5.37. Report on the High Pressure Petrol Pump from 34-EX (Nairobi car). This pump has run during the whole run of 13,000 miles, both diaphragms were changed… | ||
| scan0124 | Tyre selection and alternatives for the 34-EX Nairobi Run. | ||
| View original record | 89 1011 S/W. Rm. 34-EX - Nairobi Run. CxIO/KW2.6.37. Mr. Symons tells us that in connection with the selection of tyres for this trip you showed him a specially large tyre which he describes as… | ||
| scan0125 | Confirming The Dunlop Rubber Co. decided on the tyres for the 34-EX Nairobi run. | ||
| View original record | 90 10 11 W/S. Cx. from Rm. Rm14/R.4.6.37. 34-EX - NAIROBI RUN. Cx10/KW2.6.37. The Dunlop Rubber Co. decidedwhich tyres were to be used for the Nairobi run. Rm. | ||
| scan0126 | Analysis of tyre weight and overload for car 34 Ex during an African trip. | ||
| View original record | To Rem Z- 34 Ex. AFRICAN TRIP. 91/1 Tyres. Attached is a sheet giving details and total estimated weight of 34 Ex at the time when the tyres burst during the African run. The back of the car weighed… | ||
| scan0127 | Analysis of a vehicle's overload and its potential connection to burst tyres. | ||
| View original record | 2 91/2 an overload of 450 lbs. It should be pointed out, however, that at the same time, each wheel was weighed separately, and their total sum weights did not coincide with the total actual weight by… | ||
| scan0128 | Analysis of tyre trouble, considering the effects of heat, low pressure, and load. | ||
| View original record | 3 It seems more probable that the combined effect of heat, and due to the fact that the [armoured crossed out] tyres were run at low pressure so as to stop sinking in soft sand, coupled with the… | ||
| scan0129 | Report detailing the causes of tyre failure in hot, sandy, and rocky conditions. | ||
| View original record | 4. undoubtedly badly bruised at times, so that when they were deflated to cross soft sand, the already bruised canvas sides were made to flex considerably and consequently became very hot. Coupled… | ||
| scan0130 | Tyre performance, including bursts and punctures, related to overload and weather conditions. | ||
| View original record | 5 91/5 run, altho equal mileages were covered, and more overload was carried in the form of four extra covers, only one burst and one puncture was experienced. Accounted by the fact that they were… | ||
| scan0131 | Calculations for rear wheel weight using two alternative methods. | ||
| View original record | 34Ex Rear Wheel weight 91/6 Total weight on rear tyres with 2" buffer clearance = 3780 lbs. + unsprung weight - 631 " Total = 4411 lbs. or alternatively Taking approximate unloaded weight ref 36Ex as… | ||
| scan0132 | Estimated list of extra load and their weights carried on vehicle 34-EX for a journey to Nairobi. | ||
| View original record | ESTIMATED EXTRA LOAD CARRIED ON 34-EX TO NAIROBI. Tools 120 lbs. (less normal tools 20 lbs) Chains 60 lbs. Spare wheel carrier 90 lbs. Water 15 gallons. 150 lbs. Oil 6 galls at 7½ lbs. 45 lbs.… | ||
| scan0133 | Itemized list of the estimated extra load and weights for vehicle 34-EX on a trip to Nairobi. | ||
| View original record | 1011 92 ESTIMATED EXTRA LOAD CARRIED ON 34-EX TO NAIROBI. Tools 120 lbs. Chassis 60 lbs. Spare wheel carrier 90 lbs. Water 15 gallons. 150 lbs. Oil 6 galls at 7½ lbs. 45 lbs. Desanding gear 200 lbs.… | ||
| scan0134 | Correspondence regarding bonnet fitting issues for an experimental body on chassis 34.FX. | ||
| View original record | Hamilton RM at W. 1011 93 Hn14/RH. 14.6.37. P-3 CHASSIS No. 34.FX. As you know this chassis is being mounted with an experimental body being constructed by J. Ridlington of the J.R. Engineering Co.,… | ||
| scan0135 | Telegram querying whether plain or louvered bonnet sides are required for chassis 34-EX. | ||
| View original record | 94 1011 16.6.37. Honeyman, Rolhead, Piccy, London. 34-EX DO YOU REQUIRE PLAIN OR LOUVRED BONNET SIDES. Hamilton, ROYCAR. | ||
| scan0136 | Replying to a telegram regarding bonnet side specifications for the experimental car 34 EX. | ||
| View original record | S/W. 94/1 1011 Hn. 1/St. 16.6.37. Experimental car 34 EX. In reply to your telegram reading :- "34EX. DO YOU REQUIRE PLAIN OR LOUVRED BONNET SIDES = HAMILTON" to hand this morning, will you kindly… | ||
| scan0137 | Tyre failures on the Nairobi Run, suspected to be caused by overloading the vehicle. | ||
| View original record | 95 1011 S/W. Rm. re- Tyres on Nairobi Run - 34-EX. Cx1/KW16.6.37 From all the information collected from Dunlops, Mr.Symons and yourselves the inference is that the primary cause of the failures was… | ||
| scan0138 | The weighing and tyre troubles experienced during the Nairobi Run of car 34-EX. | ||
| View original record | 1011 96 W/S. Cx. from Rm. Rm12/R.22.6.37. NAIROBI RUN. Cxl/KW.16.6.37. The Dunlop Co's representative who watched the weighing of 34-EX in Africa admitted that the methods used were so crude that the… | ||
| scan0139 | Repair and potential reuse or disposal of a dilapidated car body from chassis 34-EX. | ||
| View original record | S/W (Rm). 104 97 Cx3/ES.13.10.37. re: Body off 34-EX. no We have this body at Park Wards - it is in rather a dilapidated state. Estimate for repairs to make it serviceable again amount to approx.… | ||
| scan0140 | Recommendation to dispose of the body for car 34-EX. | ||
| View original record | 95 W/S. Cx. from Rm. 10 11 Rm2/R.16.10.37. BODY FOR 34-EX. Cx3/ES.13.10.37. We see no prospect of ever again wanting this body, and, therefore, recommend you dispose of it as suggested in your memo.… | ||
| scan0141 | Recommendation against altering the non-standard 34-EX chassis upon its second-hand sale. | ||
| View original record | 101 To Hs. from Rm/Gry. 1011 Rm/Gry.1/MH.21.2.38. 34-EX. This chassis which did the Nairobi run now has a new body and S. keep asking us what parts are non-standard and what should be removed. This… | ||
| scan0142 | Resale of pre-production chassis 34-EX and its non-standard parts. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from Rm/Gry. 1011 Rm/Gry.1/MH.21.2.38. 101 Shang copy 34-EX. This chassis which did the Nairobi run now has a new body and S. keep asking us what parts are non-standard and what should be… | ||
| scan0143 | Requesting advice on whether to replace obsolete but functional parts on chassis 34-EX prior to its sale, considering cost and necessity. | ||
| View original record | 102 1011 S/W. Rm. C to Hd/SB C " Hn. Chassis 34-EX. Cx2/KW24.2.38. I telephoned to your Department, and in your absence spoke to one of your colleagues concerning this chassis, asking you to advise us… | ||
| scan0144 | Sale of a car 'as is' without any modifications. | ||
| View original record | W/S. To Cx. from Rm/Gry. c. Hd. c. Hn. Rm/Gry.1/MH.28.2.38. 34-EX. We have discussed this matter with Hs. and he agrees with us it would be best to sell the car as it is without any modifications… | ||
| scan0145 | Misshapen wheels on car 3-AEX-34 and a request for a replacement non-standard wheel. | ||
| View original record | 104 F/DODD/ PER BAG. S/W. Experimental Dept. Ed5/IH.20.5.38. 1011 3-AEX-34. ---------- On examining the wheels of the above car, which was originally 34-EX, it has been discovered that the flanges are… | ||
| scan0146 | Requesting the despatch of a Dunlop wire wheel to Lillie Hall for an experimental car. | ||
| View original record | 1011. 105 To Hd/PC. c. to D/BP. Rm/FD.8/JH.21.5.38. We are sending into the stores today One 5 x 18 Dunlop wire wheel. Will you please have this despatched to Lillie Hall, marked for chassis 3.AEX.34.… | ||
| scan0147 | Replacement wire wheel for chassis 3.AEX.34, sent to Lillie Hall. | ||
| View original record | 106 1011 W/S. Rm/FD.7/JH.21.5.38. 3.AEX.34. We are despatching today one wire wheel EX. 34.EX. to Lillie Hall to replace the damaged wheel. We hope you will find this correct. Rm/FD. | ||
| scan0148 | Brochure for the 1932 International Mountain Championship motor race series. | ||
| View original record | Panel 1: Championnat international de la montagne 1932 Internationale Bergmeisterschaft 1932 Campionato internazionale della montagna 1932 Catégories de véhicules: voitures de sport et de course.… | ||
| scan0149 | Multi-lingual leaflet providing details for five European hill climb races in 1932. | ||
| View original record | --- [Column 1: Kesselberg-Rennen] --- VII. Internationales Kesselberg-Rennen 1932 VIIe Course internationale du Kesselberg 1932 VII. Corsa internazionale in salita del Kesselberg 1932 12. Juni 1932 —… | ||
| scan0150 | The running and general behaviour of a Phantom III car during a 13,000-mile run from London to Nairobi. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. from Rm/HFH. c. Hs. c. Rm. c. GWH c. Cx. c. E. Rm/HFH.8/AP.5.5.37 82/1 34.EX. PHANTOM III. - NAIROBI CAR. We give below report on the running and general behaviour of the above car during its… | ||
| scan0151 | The performance and issues encountered with tappets, starter motor, clutch, gearbox, and transmission propeller shaft. | ||
| View original record | -2- The self adjusting tappets behaved well, but on one occasion a tappet became noisy. This was due to oil sludge having collected on the tappet filter and so restricting the feed. After this had… | ||
| scan0152 | Mechanical issues encountered with a forward joint, rear axle, and shock dampers during a long-distance run. | ||
| View original record | -3- to occur. At approximately 5000 miles, when driving the car off a ferry onto a very steep gradient, the forward sweated sleeve joint sheered together with the taper pins which assist the sweating… | ||
| scan0153 | Issues with the vehicle's brakes and suspension systems over an extended period of use. | ||
| View original record | -4- failure, the new bolts were continually examined and nuts tightened so as to prevent further delay. Later new parts were sent out and fitted. BRAKES. On leaving the works, the brakes on this car… | ||
| scan0154 | Issues with rear suspension, steering, and the fuel system during a vehicle trial. | ||
| View original record | -5- be increased to compensate for the too soft rear springing. Over bad rocks and low lying sand dunes, the rear passenger was frequently thrown right off the seat and more than once was knocked out… | ||
| scan0155 | Failures and issues with the cooling, silencing, and electrical systems during an extended test run, including a Sahara crossing. | ||
| View original record | -6- driver's seat continued to supply petrol without fail throughout the run, although the outside heat was at times nearly 50°C. and naturally considerably more along the frame side due to the blast… | ||
| scan0156 | Fault report detailing issues with the starter motor, horns, Bijur piping, hydraulic jacks, and body mountings. | ||
| View original record | -7- 82/7 Rm/HPH.8/AP.5.5.37 The starter motor jammed on four occasions and failed to mesh with the flywheel. This, however, righted itself and gave no trouble for the last part of the run. The Lucas… | ||
| scan0157 | Post-run vehicle condition report with recommendations for future modifications. | ||
| View original record | -8- The body itself remained in good condition, apart from the veneered woodwork, which cracked due to heat. The O.S.F. door guilders broke off allowing the door to rattle. The outside coachwork was… | ||
| scan0158 | The provision of blueprints for a luggage grid bracket for the 'Goshawk' chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. Coverley. C. to EFC. C. to Ms. C. to De. [Handwritten: X3524] BY/HEB7/DW.14/12/20. [STAMP: EXPERIMENTAL] [Crossed out: X-CHASSIS] "GOSHAWK" CHASSIS. LUGGAGE GRID BRACKET - SEC: 7150. ---------… | ||
| scan0159 | The approval and design for a luggage grid on the Goshawk model, including relocation of the spare wheel. | ||
| View original record | X3524 To Hs. from BJ. } Copies to GF } BJ10/H11.3.22. GOSHAWK. X3524 With reference to the drawing of the suggested luggage grid on Goshawk, attached, discussed at the conference at the Works on the… | ||
| scan0160 | Design comparison for a car's rear, showing two different spare wheel and luggage carrier arrangements. | ||
| View original record | N' SCH 995. Fig: 1. FIG 2 R-4721 OR 4724 FIG 2. SHEWS A CAR WITH THE SPARE WHEEL BEHIND THE LAST CROSS TUBE, AS NOW DESIGNED. FIG.1. SHEWS THE SAME CAR FITTED WITH A 'D' SHAPED TANK BETWEEN THE SIDE… | ||
| scan0161 | The design, testing, and potential sale of a luggage grid for the Goshawk model. | ||
| View original record | To BY. from Da/Ev. c. to CJ. Wor. c. to Hs. LHS. for Sp. X.3524. Da/Ev2/m28.6.22. GOSHAWK - RE LUGGAGE GRID X.3524. We send herewith N.sch.1300 shewing a luggage grid for the Goshawk. The design is… | ||
| scan0162 | Pencil-added modification to the Goshawk Luggage Grid design and requesting an urgent price from Derby. | ||
| View original record | X.3524. To BY. from Da. c. to CJ. c. to Wor. c. to Hs. Dal/M13.7.22. GOSHAWK LUGGAGE GRID. X.3524. We send herewith our print of N.sch.1300 to which we have added in pencil a transverse stiffening… | ||
| scan0163 | Production and testing of a luggage carrier for the 'Goshawk II'. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. Coverley. (12 prints). C. to Mr. [illegible]. (18 prints). C. to EFC. C. to Mr. [illegible]. X3524 DY/HBB2/W.21/7/22. X.3524. "GOSHAWK II". LUGGAGE CARRIER - SEC:7002. ------------------------… | ||
| scan0164 | Telegram from Royce regarding the modification, heat treatment, and testing of a luggage gridle design. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 144A (100B.) SE 867. 9.7.13 MP 193871 M. ROLLS-ROYCE, LIMITED. X3527 TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 12.51 Date: 18.9.22 To: Roycar Derby By: MB from: Chichester 12 5 Message:… | ||
| scan0165 | Telegram regarding an urgent design modification for luggage carriers. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE, LIMITED. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. M.D X.3524 Time Received: 4 33 Date: 27 9 22 To: Royce Derby By: mB from: Chichester 3.42 Bailey do not know any reasons for so many luggage… | ||
| scan0166 | Suggested modifications to improve the manufacture of the Goshawk 11 luggage grid. | ||
| View original record | X3524 To BY. from Da. c. to CJ. Wor. c. to Hs. EP. Da2/M7.10.22. GOSHAWK 11. LUGGAGE GRID X.3524. We send herewith N.sch.1335 shewing some modifications to the luggage grid suggested by Mr. Royce to… | ||
| scan0167 | The parts and drawings required for the 'Goshawk II' luggage carrier. | ||
| View original record | X3524 BY/HEBL/W.24/10/22. To Messrs Everley. (11 Prints). C. to BH. (11 Prints). C. to EFC. C. to WD. [STAMP: Hs OCT 24 1922 RECEIVED] X.3524. "GOSHAWK II". LUGGAGE CARRIER - SEC: 7002. Please receive… | ||
| scan0168 | Blueprint for the Goshawk II Luggage Carrier. | ||
| View original record | X3524 BY/HEB4/W.25/10/22. To Mr. Everley.(1 Print). C. to EFT. C. to Mr. [REDACTED] (1 Print). C. to EFC. C. to HA. [STAMP: Hs OCT 25 1922 RECEIVED 700] X.3524. "GOSHAWK II". LUGGAGE CARRIER -SEC:… | ||
| scan0169 | Confirming the issue of a blueprint for the Goshawk II Luggage Carrier. | ||
| View original record | V3524 (2 Prints) to Mr. Coverley. C. to Sft. (1 Print) to I.D. C. to SFC. C. to T.D. X.3524. "GOSHAWK II". LUGGAGE CARRIER - SEC: 7002. ---------------- Further to our memos' BY/HEB1/W.24/10/22, and… | ||
| scan0170 | The design and production of the Goshawk luggage grid. | ||
| View original record | X3524 Hs. BY7-P27.12.22. GOSHAWK LUGGAGE GRID. We have not received your recommendations in regard to the improved type of luggage grid which we instructed under Part List number F.51897, which was… | ||
| scan0171 | Standardisation of a luggage grid for the 20 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | R R 755 (5 H) (S.H. 187, 20-8-20) G. 2507/3524 GOSHAWK COMPLETED 10.1.23 STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Description of Parts. 20 HP. CHASSIS. LUGGAGE GRID. Origin. Experimental Test Report. Fitted… | ||
| scan0172 | Standardisation of a Luggage Grid for the 20 HP. Chassis. | ||
| View original record | R R 755 (5 H) (S.H. 187, 20-8-20) G. 2807. GOSHAWK / 3524 STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Description of Parts. 20 HP. CHASSIS. LUGGAGE GRID. Origin: Hs Experimental Test Report. Fitted to… | ||
| scan0173 | Standardisation of a luggage grid for a 20 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | R R 755 (5 H) (S.H. 187, 20-8-20) G. 2807. STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. GOSHAWK/3524 COMPLETED 10.1.23. Date 29.12.22 X No. 3524 Drawing No. Part List. A Scrap and replace at all costs, including… | ||
| scan0174 | Strength and lightness of the 20HP luggage grids. | ||
| View original record | X3524 W/S. (H) c. Hs. BY10-P18.5.23. 20HP LUGGAGE GRIDS. Referring to HO14/EBN15523, we note that Sales seem very much perturbed by the lightness of the above part. Hs, informs me, however, that he… | ||
| scan0175 | Unsatisfactory design of the 20HP luggage grid and the progress on a standardised replacement. | ||
| View original record | X 5524 DA. Hs. C /W/S. (Hn) BY7-P11.8.23. 20HP. LUGGAGE GRIDS. I am sending you herewith copy of Hn19/LH25723. The memo in question deals with the 20HP grid, which is considered to be unsatisfactory,… | ||
| scan0176 | Customer complaint about the petrol filler and supplied funnel on the 20 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | To CJ/Py. from Hs. V3524 Hs2/LG14.8.23. X4266 V3524 RE. PETROL FILLER - 20 HP. CHASSIS. With reference to your CJ/Py4/D31.7.23. It is anticipated that when luggage is carried, the spare wheel will be… | ||
| scan0177 | Proposed modifications to the Goshawk 11 luggage grid based on operational experience. | ||
| View original record | To BY. from Da. c. to CJ. c. to Wor. c. to Hs. X.3524. Dal/M6. 9.23. LUGGAGE GRID - GOSHAWK 11. X.3524. We send herewith N.sch.1448 shewing certain modifications to the standard luggage grid which… | ||
| scan0178 | Request for feedback on the luggage grid fitted to a 5-G-11 car and its fixing. | ||
| View original record | X3524 DA/EV. from Hs. Hs3/LG27.11.23. LUGGAGE GRID FITTED TO 5-G-11 CAR. We should like to know whether you and Sales are satisfied with the luggage grid fitted to this car, if so, we will send round… | ||
| scan0179 | Standardisation of chassis parts, detailing an improvement in the design of the luggage grid. | ||
| View original record | RR 755 (10H) (SL391 2-11-23) MP 281297 COMPLETED 8.7.24. STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Date 11.6.24. Description of Parts. LUGGAGE GRID. Origin. IMPROVEMENT IN DESIGN. X No. 3524 Drawing No. Part… | ||
| scan0180 | Standardisation and costing for a 20 HP luggage grid. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. To Hs. from My/Rns. My/Rns6/N/139A/BJ24.6.24. STANDARDISATION OF 20 HP. LUGGAGE GRID. X.3524. Returned herewith std. sheet X.3524 with cost filled in. Please note that in both costs we have… | ||
| scan0181 | Feedback on the design, functionality, and finish of a new luggage grid for the 20-HP model. | ||
| View original record | X35224 [stamped and over-typed] BM. c. Hs. c. SFT c. [illegible] EP9/H26.9.24 re. 20-HP. New Type Luggage Grid. With reference to the above which are now coming through on chassis on test, the… | ||
| scan0182 | Suitability of a rear luggage box and spare wheel carrier for a town carriage. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from R. DA/EV. c. to BJ. LHS. X5400 R12/1129.4.27. ------------------- PHANTOM & 20 HP. X.8400 X5600 RIDING QUALITIES. X.8800 X5400 ------------------- Regarding the rear luggage box,… | ||
| scan0183 | Specifications for the rear end of India 3 & 4 models. | ||
| View original record | BY. from DA. C. to BJ. Hs. /5400 DA3/M22. 5. 28. REAR END OF INDIA 3 & 4. X.5600 X.5400 X.5460 Herewith we send N.schs.2575/6/7/8, shewing the frame rear end, 2nd. cross member and petrol tank, rear… | ||
| scan0184 | Various combinations for mounting spare wheels and luggage at the rear of a car. | ||
| View original record | BY. from DA/EV. c. to BJ. R. Hs. X5400 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… | ||
| scan0185 | Proposal for a new rear wheel carrier to replace the existing side wheel carrier on 20 HP models. | ||
| View original record | BY. from DA. c. to Hs. C. SG. +5400 DA2/M17.10.28 20 HP. SIDE WHEEL CARRIERS. X.5600 X.5400 As it is proposed that on India 3., (and on SS.) one or two wheels will be always at the rear, whether… | ||
| scan0186 | Proposing alternative rear end arrangements for the 'India 3' model, involving wheel carriers and a luggage grid. | ||
| View original record | BY. from DA. c. to BJ. Hs. X5400 DA3/M31.10.28. INDIA 3 - BACK END. X.5600 X.5400 Herewith we send N.sch.2754 giving illustrations of the alternative arrgts. of the rear end which we are proposing. It… | ||
| scan0187 | Proposed system for carrying two wheels at the rear using a triangular bracket and a dummy hub. | ||
| View original record | BY. from DA. c. to BJ. Hs. Y5400 DA3/M14.11.23. G.4. TWO WHEELS AT REAR WITHOUT LUGGAGE. X.5400 X.5600 herewith we send N.sch.2760 shewing the system of carrying two wheels at the rear without… | ||
| scan0188 | Changes to carry one spare wheel at the rear instead of two. | ||
| View original record | BY. from DA. X5400 DA2/M1.12.28. c. to BJ. Hs. G.4. SPARE WHEEL AT REAR. X.5600 X.5400 Herewith N.sch.2769 shewing the slight changes that are necessary to N.sch.2760 to enable one wheel to be carried… | ||
| scan0189 | Design and fitting of a single rear wheel carrier, referencing various schematics for a Hooper Sedanca. | ||
| View original record | X5400 To BY. from DA/EV. c. to Hs. BJ. Wor. EV1/3.12.28. ONE WHEEL AT THE REAR 14-G-4. X.5600 X.5400 X.5800 We send herewith N.sch.2769 shewing the design for one wheel carrier permanently at the… | ||
| scan0190 | Standardisation of a modified rear spare wheel carrier and luggage grid to increase ground clearance. | ||
| View original record | RR 755 REVISED (10H) (D.C. 777-29-2-28) MC C. LTD 45400 COMPLETED 9.5.29 STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Date 26.3.29 Description of Parts. REAR SPARE WHEEL CARRIER AND LUGGAGE GRID, LOP. E1697 X… | ||
| scan0191 | Note specifying details for fitting a new part to a chassis for testing purposes. | ||
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| scan0192 | Standardisation of luggage grids for the 20 HP longer chassis frame. | ||
| View original record | DA. (crossed out) C. C. (crossed out) c. Hs. X54001 BY/Cgh5/G.3.9.29. 20 HP. CHASSIS - LUGGAGE GRIDS. ----------------------------- You will notice that a standardisation sheet has been circulated in… | ||
| scan0193 | Fault with a 25 HP rear luggage carrier rubbing against the spare wheel carrier rail. | ||
| View original record | To BY. From Hs/GWH. X5400 Hs/GWH.4/MJ.3.12.30. 25 HP. REAR LUGGAGE CARRIER. The curved tube of the luggage grid comes too close to the spare wheel carrier rail. On 18-G4. it has rubbed the enamel off,… | ||
| scan0194 | Proposing various luggage grid and wheel carrier systems for the 25HP model. | ||
| View original record | X5400 BY. FROM DA/EV. DA/EV1/M12.12.30. C. to SG. HS. CX/HN. 25HP. - re. LUGGAGE GRIDS & WHEEL CARRIERS. X.5400 X.5600 It is proposed to use on the 25HP. the same system of wheel and carriers as on P.… | ||
| scan0195 | Redesign of the luggage grid and wheel carrier for the 20/25 model to improve usability. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Rm X5400 To By. from Sg. re 20/25. Luggage Grids and Wheel Carriers. Sg15/E17.12.30 X5400 X5600 Copy to Wor. Hs. Cxr Referring to DA/EV1/M12.12.30 when we looked at 18-G-4 at W. we were struck by… | ||
| scan0196 | Outlining two standard options for the rear wheel carrier and grid on 20/25 'T' Series cars. | ||
| View original record | X5400 BY. FROM DA/EV. DA/EV1/M6. 5. 31. X. 5400. X. 5600. Copy to - SG. " WOR. " HS. 20/25 - SECOND HALF OF 'T' SERIES REAR WHEEL CARRIER AND GRID. It is now agreed that there may be two standards… | ||
| scan0197 | Outlining the standardisation program for wheel carriers and luggage grids on P.2 and 20/25 series cars. | ||
| View original record | X5400 Hs. from Da/Ev. c. Sg. Wor. Ry. Da/Evl/M7.5.31. P.2. and 20/25 X.5400 X.7400 WHEEL CARRIERS AND LUGGAGE GRIDS. X.5600 X.7600 Following upon the decision during your last visit to WW. and our… | ||
| scan0198 | Page outlining standards and recommendations for carrying spare wheels on different car bodies. | ||
| View original record | -2- Da/Evl/M7.5.31 contd 2nd. Standard. One spare wheel at the rear carried on a dummy hub carrier to N.schs. 3184/5. This will apply to sporting cars which have the rear seat forward enough to permit… | ||
| scan0199 | The design and sales feature of a folding luggage carrier for the 'Japan 3' rear end. | ||
| View original record | EXTRACT FROM: X5400. BY. FROM DA/EV. DA/EV.1/M.26.11.31. X5400. C. to SG. WOR. HS. JAPAN 3. - REAR END LUGGAGE CARRIER. The luggage carrier folds into, and is part of the rear apron, which is believed… | ||
| scan0200 | Design and development of a J. 3. luggage carrier and rear apron. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM DA. C. to SG. WOR. HS. E. X5400 DA/EVL/M9.3.32. X.5400 x.4531 J. 3. LUGGAGE CARRIER AND REAR APRON. We send herewith N.schemes 3445/6/7., shewing the luggage carrier and rear apron for J. 3.… | ||
| scan0201 | Feedback and proposed modifications for the J.3 Luggage Grid. | ||
| View original record | X5400 To- Per H.V. from E. c. - Sgr. Wor. Ms. By. MHC. E.4/HP.24.6.32. J.3 - Luggage Grid. The following sets out the points raised by the Works, together with the W.W. comments on same, in connection… | ||
| scan0202 | List of design queries and responses concerning a luggage grid, apron, and carrier lid. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - used bolts in these places. W.W. say that these rivets are used with success on the ordinary commercial variety of luggage grid. No.7. - Works point out that when grid is unfolded it can be… | ||
| scan0203 | Luggage grid flexibility and a method for opening a lid without using a knob or handle. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - could not be improved. WW. do not think this flexibility matters very much, but say they will give the point consideration in general with the remainder of the luggage grid. No.14. - Works… | ||
| scan0204 | Logistics of inspecting the 'Japan III' luggage grid, opting to do so in Derby. | ||
| View original record | LID X5400 S/W. Hs/Lid. c. to Sg, BY, E. Da/Ev. PN. Cx1/KW28.6.32. re- Japan III - Luggage Grid. In answer to your Hs/Lid1/MA23.6.32, we do not think it would be worth while bringing the car all the… | ||
| scan0205 | Point-by-point response to criticisms regarding the design and modifications of the J.3. luggage grid. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM DA/EV. 85400 DA/EV1/M22.9.32. C. to SG. WOR. HS. E. J. 3. LUGGAGE GRID. In reply to E4/HP24632., outlinings the criticisms of the J.3. concealed luggage grid when inspected at WV., we now… | ||
| scan0206 | Scheme for luggage carriers on the Phantom II and 20/25 10,000-mile test cars. | ||
| View original record | COPY. <5400 To Sg. Wor. from E. c. Cx. Hs. By. Ev. E.8/HP.22.12.33. Luggage Carriers P.2 & 20/25. I have examined the preliminary scheme of luggage carrier made by Ev. for the Phantom II and am of the… | ||
| scan0207 | Arrangements for an improved luggage carrier on Phantom II and 20/25 cars. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y+ X5400 Sg8/E28.12.33. To E. from Sg. Copy to Wor. Cx. Hs. BY. Ev. Luggage Carriers P.II. and 20/25. ----------------- Thanks for E.8/HP.22.12.33. I am very pleased to see that you are making… | ||
| scan0208 | The weights of standard and proposed luggage grids for the 25 HP model. | ||
| View original record | X5400 27.4.34. 25 HP. Luggage Grids. Weight of standard grid - 20 lbs. 15½ ozs. Weight of grid proposed, 39 lbs. 3 ozs. 21-G-IV. Hs/Les. | ||
| scan0209 | From Sg. to Hs. regarding the undelivered luggage grid parts. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from Sg. re Weights. Sg5/Ell.5.34 Referring to Hs/Rm.1/KW.28.4.34 you will, I am sure, be interested to note that I still have not received the luggage grid parts. It is now nearly two weeks… | ||
| scan0210 | Requesting instructions on what to do with a luggage grid received for either chassis 20-G-IV or 21-G-IV. | ||
| View original record | N/W. - Hs. Br/G77/G.15-5-34. re.Chassis 20-G-IV or 21-G-IV. ? When our driver brought 66-GN to London last Saturday, he was handed a luggage grid labelled from you to Sg. Please let us know something… | ||
| scan0211 | Urgent telegraphic message regarding a request for a luggage grid. | ||
| View original record | X5400 BELLRINGER, SILVAGOST, CRICKLE, LONDON. Sg. URGENTLY REQUIRES LUGGAGE GRID PLEASE HAND OVER TO HIM. HIVES, ROYCAR. | ||
| scan0212 | Selection of a luggage grid for an experimental car, referencing a heavier condemned version and a lighter one. | ||
| View original record | X5400 To Hs. from Sg. Copy to Wor.E.BY. re Luggage Grid for Experimental Car, 21-G-4. Referring to the above, i.e. the very heavy parts which you showed me when I was at Derby on the 1st May, I have… | ||
| scan0213 | The body and luggage grid for chassis No. 21-G-4, an Experimental Saloon. | ||
| View original record | Sg. G. to O. c. to Cx. c. to Hn. LHS.1/CP30.5.34. re. Chassis No. 21-G-4 - Experimental Saloon. With reference to Sgl/E.17.5.34. the replies to your queries concerning the body and luggage grid of… | ||
| scan0214 | Various luggage grid designs and weights with coachbuilder Hooper's. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - a grid with arms of hollow rectangular section and a number of these have been supplied to us and to their own customers. 4. When on 15th January last Ev. was at Hooper's Works telling them how… | ||
| scan0215 | The decision to use solid arms for luggage grids and improve luggage capacity on an experimental Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - LHS.1/CP30.5.34. rectangular hollow arms and a fortnight later they heard of a second case. Because of this Hoopers decided to make all future grids with solid arms like the grid supplied to the… | ||
| scan0216 | Message requesting particulars of luggage accommodation for demonstration Phantom / 3 and 25/30 models for a conference. | ||
| View original record | 1012 RM 2.2.38. Lee Evans 6678 Fulham London. SHOULD LIKE EXACT PARTICULARS OF LUGGAGE ACCOMMODATION ON DEMONSTRATION CLOSE COUPLED PHANTOM / 3 AND 25/30 FOR TOMORROW'S CONFERENCE. ROBOTHAM. | ||
| scan0217 | Request for sketches of luggage accommodation on London Trials cars for comparison with the Wraith model. | ||
| View original record | 1012. BY/ALd. from Rm. Rm2/R.4.2.38. Herewith particulars of luggage accommodation available on London Trials cars. I shall be glad if you would make sketches of these on the same lines as previously,… | ||
| scan0218 | Luggage accommodation options and comparing designs from coachbuilders Park Ward and Barker. | ||
| View original record | Copy to S/W Rm Lv 10/2. Hn16/AH.4.2.38. LUGGAGE ACCOMMODATION: With reference to our talk yesterday, we attach a print No. 13051 of Park Ward's drawing showing a Touring Limousine and with the luggage… | ||
| scan0219 | Design drawing for a Barker Touring Enclosed Limousine with a sliding sunshine roof. | ||
| View original record | BY APPOINTMENT BARKER COACHWORK BARKER TOURING ENCLOSED LIMOUSINE WITH SLIDING SUNSHINE ROOF BACKLIGHT 34"x 8" 13 1/4" 10 1/2" COMPD. 15" 49" 15" UNCOMPD 25" 36" COMPO. 10 3/8" 40 3/4" 33" 57 DRIVING… | ||
| scan0220 | Comparative list of luggage boot measurements for various cars. | ||
| View original record | To By. c. to Sg. c. to Hs. c. to Da, c. to Da/Ev. Not sent out. 10/2. Rm/FD.7/JH.18.1.38. As requested herewith luggage boot measurements of the following cars :- 1938 34 H.P. Pontiac Eight £435. 1938… | ||
| scan0221 | Blueprint detailing the design and dimensions for an altered luggage space. | ||
| View original record | 25. G. 6. BY PARK WARD. LUGGAGE SPACE MADE TO EXTEND OVER WHEEL ARCHES. ALTERED BY SANDERSONS. WIDTH OVER WHEEL ARCHES 55" FLOOR AREA 45"x 23". ENTRANCE 39" WIDE. NUMBER PLATE ENTRANCE 39" 45" 23" 12"… | ||
| scan0222 | Dimensional drawing and notes on the luggage boot of a 24 HP Chrysler. | ||
| View original record | 24 H.P. CHRYSLER £375. SPARE WHEEL UPRIGHT IN TAIL. LUGGAGE BOOT EXTENDS OVER WHEEL ARCHES. DISTANCE BETWEEN ARCHES 51 1/2". FLOOR AREA 49 1/2" x 39". BODY TAIL IS ROUND. MAX: DEPTH 39" AT SIDES A&B… | ||
| scan0223 | Blueprint detailing the luggage compartment dimensions for a Phantom III by Park Ward. | ||
| View original record | NUMBER PLATE 24.75" 38" END VIEW. 15" 17" 15" 24.75" 35.EX. PHANTOM III. BY PARK WARD. DOOR FORMS A FLAT LID FOR EXTRA LUGGAGE. ENTRANCE 38" WIDE. FLOOR AREA 38" x 24.75" | ||
| scan0224 | Blueprint with dimensions for the luggage boot of a 1938 Buick 8 MO Series. | ||
| View original record | 1938 BUICK 8. MO SERIES. LUGGAGE BOOT EXTENDS OVER WHEEL ARCHES, DISTANCE BETWEEN ARCHES IS 57" NARROWING TO 48" AT THE TAIL. FLOOR AREA 47"x 36" No LUGGAGE LID - DOOR HINGES UPWARDS. ENTRANCE 36"… | ||
| scan0225 | Blueprint of a vehicle's luggage compartment dimensions before alterations. | ||
| View original record | 25. G. G. BY PARK WARD. LUGGAGE SPACE BEFORE ALTERATIONS WERE MADE. MAXIMUM WIDTH 45". FLOOR AREA 45" X 23" ENTRANCE 39" LID FORMS TRAY FOR EXTRA LUGGAGE. NUMBER PLATE. 45" ENTRANCE 39" 23" 12" 18"… | ||
| scan0226 | Blueprint detailing luggage compartment dimensions and design for a 21 HP Wolseley. | ||
| View original record | 21 HP. WOLSELEY. £395 FLOOR AREA 47" x 21.5" DOOR FORMS LID FOR EXTRA LUGGAGE. SPARE WHEEL. 21.5" 47" 16 18.75" 2" 21 1/2" | ||
| scan0227 | Blueprint of a 27HP Humber 5 Seater Saloon, detailing the luggage and spare wheel compartments. | ||
| View original record | 22" 39" ENTRANCE 39" SPARE WHEEL IN SEPARATE COMPARTMENT 15" 16" 7" 22" 27 H.P. HUMBER £495. 5 SEATER SALOON. FLOOR AREA 39" x 22" DOOR FORMS LID FOR EXTRA LUGGAGE | ||
| scan0228 | Blueprint detailing the luggage space and dimensions for a 10 HP Hillman Minx Club Saloon. | ||
| View original record | ENTRANCE 38" SPARE WHEEL 38" 23" 9 1/2" 12 1/2" 14" 9 1/2" 23" 10 HP HILLMAN MINX CLUB SALOON £195 LUGGAGE SPACE MADE TO EXTEND OVER THE WHEEL ARCHES. DISTANCE BETWEEN ARCHES 52" FLOOR AREA 38" x 23"… | ||
| scan0229 | Blueprint detailing the luggage boot dimensions for a 20 HP Daimler Saloon. | ||
| View original record | PETROL FILLER. 44½" ENTRANCE 34" 15½" 18½" 5" 20½" 20 H.P. DAIMLER SALOON. LUGGAGE BOOT MADE TO EXTEND OVER THE WHEEL ARCHES. DISTANCE BETWEEN ARCHES 50½" - (PETROL FILLER SPOILS THE BOOT SPACE) FLOOR… | ||
| scan0230 | Blueprint with specifications and dimensions of a 34 HP Pontiac Eight luggage boot. | ||
| View original record | 34 HP PONTIAC EIGHT £435 LUGGAGE BOOT HINGED AT THE TOP, NO LUGGAGE LID. BOOT EXTENDS OVER WHEEL ARCHES, DISTANCE BETWEEN IS 53"- TAPER TO 47". BODY HAD ROUNDED TAIL. ENTRANCE 36" WIDE. 47" ENTRANCE… | ||
| scan0231 | Blueprint detailing the luggage space dimensions for a 1937 Oldsmobile 28 HP | ||
| View original record | 1937. OLDSMOBILE. 28 H.P. LUGGAGE SPACE EXTENDS OVER WHEEL ARCHES TO 54" FLOOR AREA 46.5" x 31" ENTRANCE - 36" WIDE. NO LUGGAGE LID. DOOR HINGED UPWARDS. [Diagram text:] ENTRANCE - 36" TOOLS. SPARE… | ||
| scan0232 | Luggage capacity on a B.III model and potential modifications for a second Bentley body. | ||
| View original record | 2006 1012 Da/Ev. from Rm. c. Ey. Rm18/R.4.2.38. When discussing the luggage capacity on B.III with Hn. to-day, he remarked that they would be willing to accept a side number plate. We should like the… | ||
| scan0233 | Designing the luggage boot capacity for the S.30 body, including an ideal shape and size. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm. Es. c. Ey. c. Ea. c. Ex. c. In. c. Da/Ev. c. IBB/FB. 1012 LUGGAGE BOOT CAPACITY. In drawing the first S.30 body, an endeavour has been made to establish the luggage accommodation that the… | ||
| scan0234 | Comparison of luggage capacity and accommodation between various cars, including American models and specific company designs. | ||
| View original record | Considering the size of the car, singularly little luggage can be carried in the back of many of the P.III's, two suitcases, one of which has to be a somewhat abnormal shape, being about the limit of… | ||
| scan0235 | Comparison table of boot capacities for various car models. | ||
| View original record | -3- Rmll/R.23.2.38. CAR. CAPACITY OF BOOT. STUDEBAKER ............ 23.3 cu. ft. CHRYSLER ............ 22 " " (Spare wheel at back) BUICK ............ 20 " " PONTIAC ............ 17 " " (Spare wheel at… | ||
| scan0236 | Luggage accommodation, grids, and boot space, with comparisons to competitors like Chrysler. | ||
| View original record | -4- It will be argued that where a luggage grid is provided, it is not necessary to have a great deal of accommodation in the boot. Personally, we never use the grid for anything except station work… | ||
| scan0237 | Luggage accommodation schematic for a Bentley showing arrangement and capacity. | ||
| View original record | SCD 425 CAPACITY = 17 1/2 CU. FT. 7" 22" 2 1/2" 32" 6" GUN CASE SMALL DRESS LARGE DRESS SMALL DRESS GOLF CLUBS 46 1/2" 38" 50" 58 1/2" GOLF CLUBS SMALL DRESS HAT Box BENTLEY / 50 SCD 425 | ||
| scan0238 | Blueprint comparing luggage capacity and arrangement for three different coachbuilt car bodies. | ||
| View original record | Fig 1: PIII BARKER TOURING LIMOUSINE. FIG 1 14" 18" 25' 55" 46" 40" GOLF CLUBS GUN CASE SMALL DRESS. ONE HAT BOX CAPACITY 10 CU FT. Fig 2: PIII BARKER TOURING LIMOUSINE FIG 2 12" 16" 22 1/2" 37 1/2"… | ||
| scan0239 | Luggage capacity comparison diagrams for various motor car models. | ||
| View original record | FIG 1 BUICK M.O. SERIES 80 CYL. SCALE 1/10 CAPACITY = 20 CU. FT. Top Diagram: GUN CASE, GOLF CLUBS, TWO SMALL DRESS CASES, TWO LARGE DRESS CASES. Dimensions: 10 1/2", 13 1/2", 25", 36". Bottom… | ||
| scan0240 | Secret memo discussing design proposals to maximize luggage boot capacity on various car models. | ||
| View original record | 1012. SECRET To Rm. from Sg. Copy to H.R., P.D. [Struck through] M.H., H.P./Lv., H.I. [Struck through] Luggage Boot Capacity. Referring to Rm11/R23.2.38 I agree that in principle we want to give the… | ||
| scan0241 | Modifications to the luggage boot capacity of a B.III model car. | ||
| View original record | 1012. Sg. from Rm. Rm12/R.10.3.38. Luggage Boot Capacity. Sg8/E.7.3.38. We note what you say about Lp's car - B-50-LS, and, as a matter of fact, had already had a look at it, and decided it was a very… | ||
| scan0242 | Increasing the luggage compartment depth on Wraith limousines by altering the tank. | ||
| View original record | 1012 W/S. Hn. from Rm. c. to Mr. Finney (Park Ward & Co.) Rm3/R.30.4.38. ENCLOSED LUGGAGE ACCOMMODATION ON WRAITH LIMOUSINES. We are going ahead forthwith to see if we can get 2" greater depth in the… | ||
| scan0243 | Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co Ltd to Bentley Motors chasing a print for luggage container capacities. | ||
| View original record | 1012 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.… | ||
| scan0244 | Cover letter for a report on luggage capacity. | ||
| View original record | 1012 Rm2/R. 8th November, 1938. C.W. Ward, Esq., Messrs. Park Ward & Co.,Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, N.W.10. Dear Ward, Here is the report on luggage capacity for which you asked. Yours… | ||
| scan0245 | Letter from coachbuilders Park, Ward & Co. Ltd to Bentley Motors regarding luggage capacities. | ||
| View original record | 1012 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. G.FALCONER W.S.PAGE (SHOWROOMS - 40… | ||
| scan0246 | Luggage capacity and storage solutions for a Speed Bentley. | ||
| View original record | 1012 c. Rm. BY.8/G.13.1.39. LUGGAGE CAPACITY. Having seen what we have done in order to fit the spare wheel in the back of the Speed Bentley (Paulin), Sg. wanted to make the scheme standard. I pointed… | ||
| scan0247 | Follow-up letter regarding a recent meeting and mentioning travel details. | ||
| View original record | H F HAMILL an. MBE. TD [faint text: WEST GRINSTEAD] [faint text: SUSSEX] Ceey. 10.70 Dear Mr. Mata. How nice it was to see you & your wife here last week. I feel that we did not give you much help. A… | ||
| scan0248 | Road tests of coasting gear and clutch operations in London and on a 4 1/4 Bentley. | ||
| View original record | tests in London. Coasting gear & clutch operations. In fact I got to know London quite well. I would not like to do it to day! We used to set out again at 4.30 am & go to Southampton & back before… | ||
| scan0249 | Vehicle endurance testing mileage and procedures. | ||
| View original record | the scon tests. At 1200 miles a day for 4 days we did in fact cover @ Chateauroux, 8400 miles a week. i.e. 25,000 in 3 weeks was our aim, with tyre changes at 3-4000. Most exhausting. I don't think… | ||
| scan0250 | Photographs of car 34 CX after a run at Lilly Hall. | ||
| View original record | PHONE COWFOLD 214 FULLERS, WEST GRINSTEAD, HORSHAM, SUSSEX. 12 Nov 20 Chasifonte "34 CX" Herewith photos of Self & Brownrigg after the run at Lilly Hall. Brownrigg was very ill at the time & I went… | ||
| scan0251 | Log detailing a schedule and a series of pre-drive checks for a vehicle test run. | ||
| View original record | HOPPY HAMILTON 3A EX NAIROBI / to CHATEAROUX TESTING C testing today Forlin Call 5 30 am down by 4-am for a cup of coffee Car still R warm checks & reset tappet Brake tank o Clutch adj Oil filler up… | ||
| scan0252 | Log of a road journey and associated vehicle checks. | ||
| View original record | after Frankfurt. 8.45 to 1 am eindhen Ser b 400 L. Schiff 650 - 700 miles Waller in to Schiff did - 1,000 went to Swiss frontier handed passport & custom said back in 2 hrs. used Waller t after GWH… | ||
| scan0253 | Vehicle speed, driver testimony, and third-party accounts. | ||
| View original record | Naviti dene @ 40 mph max. 35-40 mph. Pur not interested Sg said It will be done said hence the car no refill Take it as it is Brown's HFH & H.S. & Ohis turn about used legs to sleep @ the wheel turn… | ||
| scan0254 | Page of handwritten miscellaneous notes and observations. | ||
| View original record | Malaria on return late shift 1'30 to 9.00 pm. GWH didn't flap used to be irritable always ate alone too, &c. Gry right hand to Runy man Jack room Siffin. Cad & Seds were tested from Chat [tested -… | ||
| scan0255 | Covering various topics including work assignments, insurance, and vehicle issues. | ||
| View original record | Work from C. 25 was sent out to C * put with HFFH as bWH after Chal relegated to Kingsfr RR did its own Insurance * Pd substantial sum to French Police Orphanage to ensure their collaboration &… | ||
| scan0256 | Anecdotal notes about various people and events. | ||
| View original record | Buckler O Rose Jones on used to stop for chicken or geese herd time. the drone eventually used to knock up 30,000 miles in approx 4 weeks. Ray Clarke - ex-Premium was Wks Manager Jensen was manager… | ||
| scan0257 | Tests at Brooklands, mentioning several names or subjects. | ||
| View original record | Dodd - Brooklands tests - H. Masquerells? Masquerill Marginal Dutch Count Who need to don't for QD | ||
| scan0258 | French dinner menu and list of attendees. | ||
| View original record | Menu à 16 FR. Diner du 3 Decembre 1935 Les Pressoirs Consommé des Ducs de Bourgogne, Viveurs Chenoe près Dijon Noix de veau Paul Court de Dijon braisée XIIIe Siècle Salsifis à la crème Assiette… | ||
| scan0259 | Letter from H.F. Hamilton to 'Bill' reminiscing about former colleagues and his military service. | ||
| View original record | / Mr H.F. Hamilton June - 6.70 Cowfold - 214 - [Stamped text: WEST GRINSTEAD SUSSEX] Dear Bill. It's a long time now to remember faces, but I can just about recall the testers in the bottom shop. I… | ||
| scan0260 | A deceased individual, their character, a car, and a book they wrote. | ||
| View original record | The Africa thief in '34-'37 The car is in a collection in Kent. We might close it up - I was always known as Hint. Symons died at Dunkirk. Browning must be dead. The fellow was a pompous man + thought… | ||
| scan0261 | Letter arranging a visit and reminiscing about a past accident and other adventures. | ||
| View original record | when Egbert had his smash up at the Patterson had his arm slung up in the air. We had many adventures in those days. Hope when we see you. Put your caravan on our fields here and we can have a natter… | ||