Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Departmental memo detailing the very poor mechanical condition of an inspected Austin car. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 348A (100 H) (M 42. 10.2.10). E. P. 6019. DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. Issued 30th Sept. 1910. This column is for Name of Person addressed. DATE. C.J. 30/9/10 X1032/L File R6/D30910 The Austin car that… | ||
| scan0002 | Request for a committee report on the Austin Co.'s method for attaching detachable Sankey wheels. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235 A (150 H) (V.V. 585. 23.2.14) G. 0363. (Extract from TBB/L27412) X/1054 12. Re Austin Detachable Wheels. The Austin Co. have designed a method of attaching Sankey wheels to the hub by means… | ||
| scan0003 | Letter to F.H. Royce suggesting the design of a new engine with enclosed valves, inspired by a new Austin car. | ||
| View original record | CJ3/B141212. [Handwritten top center: CA] [Handwritten left margin: X/220/1] 14th, December, 1912. F.H. Royce, Esq., Grand Hôtel du Canadel, le Canadel, par le Lavandou, Var. My dear F.H.R., I see… | ||
| scan0004 | Typed letter critiquing the engine and chassis design of competitor Austin. | ||
| View original record | FHR6/H181212 COPY. Mr Wormald GRAND HOTEL DU CANADEL. Par le Lavandou, (VAR) 18th December 1912. Mr Johnson from F.H.R. I have received a letter from you with reference to the Austin engine. You state… | ||
| scan0005 | Chassis design, including 3-point suspension, torque tube brakes, and a comparison to an Austin arrangement. | ||
| View original record | -2- front end by the under frame and then back to the whole weight of the car by the main frame. If a 3 point suspen- sion on the combined engine and gear box is used, powerful arms should emanate… | ||
| scan0006 | Letter discussing the material composition and performance testing of a Ferodo clutch plate used in an Austin car. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 199 (500 H) (SD. 298. 15.8.17) M.P. 176549. E.J.B. R. from BY. c. EX. X1054 FEB 1919 RECEIVED March 3. 1919. BY11-P3319. X3331 CHASSIS - CLUTCH. I am sending you carefully packed per registered… | ||
| scan0007 | Request for the return of a disc needed as a valuable sales specimen. | ||
| View original record | R R. 199 (500 H) (SD. 296. 15.8.17) M.P. 176549. BY11-P3319. contd. - 2 - same, undamaged. Would you kindly let me have the disc in question back as early as possible, packed as above, per registered… | ||
| scan0008 | Letter to The Austin Motor Co. Ltd. inquiring about cylinder material and cylinder wear. | ||
| View original record | 1045 Experimental Department 18th November 1936. Rm/Smth.7/AP. The Austin Motor Co.Ltd., BIRMINGHAM. Dear Sirs, We are interested at the moment in the general question of cylinder material and… | ||
| scan0009 | Invitation to lunch to meet with representatives from the Austin Company. | ||
| View original record | Rm. 104S' Hs.16/KW.12.1.38. Mr. Engelbach and Mr. Armitage (and possibly Lord Austin) of the Austin Company will be at the Works on Tuesday of next week, January 18th. Will you please join them for… | ||
| scan0010 | Assessment report on a second-hand 1940 Austin 8 car. | ||
| View original record | To Em. from Rm/AA. 1045 Rm/AA.1./22.12.40. AUSTIN 8. I tried one of these cars from Messrs. Cripps & Co., Nottingham, this morning. The car was a 1940 model delivered in 1939. Mileage 19,070 miles.… | ||
| scan0011 | Telegram message regarding holding an Austin 8 vehicle for a trial. | ||
| View original record | AA 1095 31.12.40. ROLLS-ROYCE HYTHE ROAD SHEPHERDS BUSH LONDON BELLRINGER UNABLE TO TELEPHONE PLEASE HOLD AUSTIN 8 FOR TRIAL BY US IN LONDON ON THURSDAY ABBOT-ANDERSON | ||
| scan0012 | Order for an Austin '8' car from Car Mart Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 1045 To Roy. from Rm/AA. Rm/AA.4/ET.3.1.41. AUSTIN "8" FROM MESSRS. CAR MART Ltd. 320-4, Euston Road, N.W. 1. -------------------------------- Can you please have an order sent to the above as Sg. has… | ||
| scan0013 | Requesting an order be sent for the purchase of an Austin '8' car from Car Mart Ltd. | ||
| View original record | Rm/AA To Roy. from Rm/AA. File 1045 Rm/AA.4/ET.3.1.41. AUSTIN "8" FROM MESSRS. CAR MART Ltd. 320-4, Euston Road, N.W. 1. ------------------------------------ Can you please have an order sent to the… | ||
| scan0014 | Letter to Car Mart Ltd. requesting the forgotten Registration Book for an Austin car. | ||
| View original record | 1045 Rm/AA.3/BT. 3rd January, 1941. Messrs. Car Mart Ltd., Stanhope House, 320-4 Euston Road, LONDON N.W. 1. For the attention of A.P. Field Esq. Dear Mr. Field, I had a good run back in the Austin… | ||
| scan0015 | Excessive oil consumption in an Austin 8, suggesting inspection of pistons and rings. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Wym. from Rm. Austin (yellow wheels & plug look) AUSTIN 8. Rm.18/ML.7.1.41. 1045 In view of the fact that the Austin used about half a gallon of oil coming up from London, before we do the… | ||
| scan0016 | Performance review and commentary on an 8 HP Austin car, registration AFV.977. | ||
| View original record | M.P.H @ 1000 R.P.M 1045 To Rm. from Rm/Wym. Rm/Wym.4/SW.25.2.41. 8 h.p. Austin AFV.977. on the above car :- We have the following comments to make ENGINE. As usual with anything except an S.U. carb,… | ||
| scan0017 | Road test report and specification sheet for an unnamed car, continued from a previous page. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- - 2 - piece feel about it. The whole car definitely has a nice one The accommodation in the body is excellent, and the ride is quite good for a small car, although the front seat ride is… | ||
| scan0018 | Specification sheet detailing the firing order, rear axle, steering, suspension, brakes, tyres, and chassis. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- - 3 - Rm/Wym.4/SW.25.2.41. Firing order 1-3-4-2 Mechanical petrol pump. Downdraught carb - Zenith. Hardy Spicer prop: shaft. Rear Axle. 3/4 floating type and of 'Banjo' pattern with splined… | ||
| scan0019 | Specification sheet detailing the overall dimensions and weight of a vehicle. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- - 4 - Rm/Wym.4/SW.25.2.41. Overall Dimensions. Track Front - 3'8" Wheelbase - 7'4 1/2" Rear - 3'9" Ground clearance - 6 3/4" (silencer) Width - 4'8" Length - 12'5" Height - 5'3" Weight of car… | ||
| scan0020 | Letter from Wilmot-Breeden Ltd discussing a sample Austin radiator grille with cream treatment for potential decorative use on new cars. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 8641 (18 LINES) TELEGRAMS: "BUMPERS, BIRMINGHAM." 1045 WILMOT-BREEDEN LTD EASTERN WORKS BIRMINGHAM 1 MANAGING DIRECTOR'S OFFICE 26th February 1941. W.A. Robotham Esq. Messrs.… | ||
| scan0021 | Requesting a quarter-scale drawing of an Austin 8 HP car. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/EAG. from Rm. Rm:S/ET.2.3.41. 1045 AUSTIN 8 HP. CAR. ------------------- Confirming our conversation, will you please make a quarter scale drawing of this car. Will you show, on the drawing, the… | ||
| scan0022 | Proposed modifications to an Austin 8HP car to improve steering and ride quality. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/FJH. from Rm. Copy to Rm/GB. Rm/Wym. 1043 AUSTIN 8HP. CAR. ---------- We want to see whether, by using our knowledge, we can make the Austin 8 steer and ride in an acceptable manner. We can… | ||
| scan0023 | Comments and issues found during a vehicle test drive at Leyland for inclusion in the log book. | ||
| View original record | To: Rm/Wym. [crossed out] from Rm/FJH. c. Rm. Rm/GB. [crossed out] Rm/CTS. [crossed out] Rm/FJH.1/RH.11.4.41. [Handwritten in red]: hot tank VISIT TO LEYLAND IN AUSTIN 8 5 - 6.4.41. [Handwritten]: the… | ||
| scan0024 | Cylinder bore dimension measurements before and after a mileage test for an Austin '8' unit. | ||
| View original record | AUSTIN "8" UNIT No. A/RA 3469 10H5 S.214 PASSED TO TEST - Record taken: 13-5-41 COMPTON DERRICK SPEEDOMETER READING:- 04863 CYLINDER BORE DIMENSIONS CYLINDER BLOCK MATL RUNNING TIME:- MILEAGE:- 4863… | ||
| scan0025 | Request for a report on the running performance and failures of Studebaker, Vauxhall, Morris and Austin cars. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/Wym. from Rm. 1045 Rm.9/ST.28.5.41. Will you please let me have a report on the running we have so far done on the Studebaker, Vauxhall, Morris and Austin. As a confirmation of the poor quality… | ||
| scan0026 | Proposal to improve the ride and handling of an 8 HP Austin by modifying the front leaf springs. | ||
| View original record | 1045 To Rm. from Rm/GB. Copy to Rm/RJH. Rm/Wym. Rm/GB.2/eT.17.7.41. We want to improve the ride and handling of the 8 H.P. Austin. To assist in this, spring rates have been measured and an… | ||
| scan0027 | Comparison table of vehicle specifications for standard, modified front springs, and modified front springs with an anti-roll bar. | ||
| View original record | Rm/G8.2/T.17.7.41 - 2 - With standard With modified with modified suspension front springs front springs and anti-roll bar.… | ||
| scan0028 | Comparison table of suspension characteristics and roll rates for standard versus modified front spring setups. | ||
| View original record | Rm/GB.2/T.17.7.41 - 3 - With standard suspension. With modified front springs. Without front anti-roll bar. With front anti-roll bar. Rear spring rate measured. 149 lb/inch. Estimated rear suspension… | ||
| scan0029 | Proposal to improve the ride and handling of an 8 HP Austin by softening the front springs, including leaf spring specifications. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/GB. Copy to Rm/RJH. Rm/Wym. 1045 We want to improve the ride and handling of the 8 H.P. Austin. To assist in this, spring rates have been measured and an approximation of the ride and… | ||
| scan0030 | Comparison table of vehicle specifications with standard, modified, and anti-roll bar suspension setups. | ||
| View original record | Rm/GB.2/ET.17.7.41 - 2 - With standard suspension With modified front springs With modified front springs and anti-roll bar.… | ||
| scan0031 | Data sheet comparing suspension characteristics under different front spring configurations. | ||
| View original record | Rm/GB.2/ET.17.7.41 - 3 - With standard With modified front springs. suspension. ------------------------------------- Without front With front anti- anti-roll bar roll bar.… | ||
| scan0032 | Scheme PL.787, detailing suggestions for fitting a Burman steering gear to an Austin 8. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Ev/DB. c. Rm/HH. Ev/DB.1/RH.29.7.41. 1005 Burman Steering Gear for Austin 8. PL.787 (2 sheets) of which the original is attached to Rm/HH's copy, shows first the present standard steering… | ||
| scan0033 | Programme for approval outlining modifications and tests for an Austin 8 vehicle. | ||
| View original record | 1045 SECRET. Rm/GB.1/JH.9.8.41. To Rm. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Rm/Wym. c. to EV/DB. AUSTIN 8. Below we submit for approval a programme for the Austin 8. The objects of the programme are twofold, (1) to… | ||
| scan0034 | Driver complaints about chassis parts and the need for modifications before proceeding to stage (2b). | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/GE.1/JH:9.8.41. Cont'd. complaints are made by drivers. This will shew us what parts in the chassis need modification to withstand poor servicing. We do not want to start on stage (2b) until we… | ||
| scan0035 | The steering wheel attachment for an Austin 8 car, referencing drawing PL.910. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Ev/DB. ~~c.c. to Rm/HH.~~ ~~c.c. to Ev.~~ 1045 Ev/DB.2/JH.14.10.41. Steering Wheel Attachment. Austin 8. PL.910, the original of which is attached to Rm/HH's.copy, shews the steering wheel… | ||
| scan0036 | Letter from a supplier regarding an error in the manufacturing of lubricated front springs. | ||
| View original record | Car Spring File JONAS WOODHEAD & SONS, LTD., (OHS) MANUFACTURERS OF LAMINATED SPRINGS FOR ROLLING STOCK ROAD OR RAIL TRADE MARK REGISTERED. REG'D OFFICE AND WORKS: KIRKSTALL ROAD, LEEDS, 4. LONDON… | ||
| scan0037 | Letter to Burman & Sons Ltd. confirming arrangements for a steering box for an Austin 8 car. | ||
| View original record | Chassis. 1045 Rm Arranged for Tuesday 18-11-41 Rm/WYM. c. to Rm. Ev. Ev/DB.8/JH. 12th. November, 1941. Burman & Sons Ltd., Ryland Road, Birmingham.15. For the attention of Mr. S. Burman. Rm/Wymun… | ||
| scan0038 | The fitting and road testing of a Burman steering gear on an Austin 8. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Ev/DB. 1045 c. to Ev. c. to Rm/GB. c. to Rm/FJH. Austin 8. Ev/DB.2/JH.2.12.41. This car has now had the Burman steering gear fitted. When I tried it the tyres seemed on the hard side and… | ||
| scan0039 | The modifications required to fit a 'Myth' engine into an 'Austin 8' chassis. | ||
| View original record | 700 1075 To Rm. c. to Rm/HH. c. to Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Rm/ ym. SV/JD.5/KG.5.5.42. Austin 8 fitted with Myth engine. We attach to Rm/HH's copy of this memo the following originals :- PL.1384 (2… | ||
| scan0040 | Progress report on the problem of matching an Austin 8 first motion shaft with a Myth clutch. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- -2- EV/JD.5/SO.5.5.42. The next problem was to match the Austin 8 1st motion shaft with the Myth clutch. On PL.1997 is shown the Myth clutch with a Borg & Beck thrust ring held to the clutch… | ||
| scan0041 | Fitting an engine into a 4-door saloon instead of a 2-door saloon due to petrol shortages. | ||
| View original record | To: Wym. from Rm. 1045 Rm. 2/h. 7.5.42. MYTH IN AUSTIN. It occurs to me that, owing to the petrol shortage, I may have to drive the Myth instead of a larger car. Under the circumstances, it would, of… | ||
| scan0042 | Performance test report on a 10 HP Austin car, registration HPJ.748. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/Wym. from Rm/C.Lee. c. to Rm. 1045 Rm/C.Lee.3/OH.23.6.42. 10 H.P. Austin - HPJ.748 ENGINE. Engine performance poor for a 10 H.P. car. Light period 45 - 55 MPH., otherwise a smooth engine. Note.… | ||
| scan0043 | Vehicle assessment report detailing suspension issues, comfort, noise, and technical specifications. | ||
| View original record | -2- SUSPENSION. The ride is not so good as one might expect comparing this car with Austin 8, inclined to pitch at front and too light at rear. An adjustable damper instead of piston type as fitted… | ||
| scan0044 | Specification sheet detailing vehicle components, gear ratios, and overall dimensions. | ||
| View original record | -3- Rm/C.Lee.3/OH.23.6.42. Clutch. Clutch plate, with spring loaded friction rings. Gear Box. Synchro Mesh on 2nd 3rd and top gears. Gear Ratios. Reverse - 27.8 : 1 1st - 21.6 : 1 2nd - 13.08 : 1 3rd… | ||
| scan0045 | Luggage carrier capacity and the weight distribution of a car with a full tank. | ||
| View original record | -4- Rm/C.Lee.3/OH.23.6.42. Luggage. Capacity of luggage carrier 84 lbs. Weight of car with full tank Front. cwts 9 qrs. 0 Weight of car with full tank Rear. 9 2 TOTAL :- 18 2 Rm/C.Lee. [Signature] | ||
| scan0046 | Gearbox trouble and damaged parts in an Austin 8 HP - 1939 Model. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: Austin car file 8 Handwritten: 1045 To Rm. from Rm/Wym/C.Lee. c. to Rm/Wym. c. to Rm/FJH. Austin 8 HP - 1939 Model. We have recently had trouble with the above car, at a total mileage of… | ||
| scan0047 | Photograph showing a cracked synchronizer cone on a 2nd speed gear from a 1939 Austin 8 HP at 18,000 miles. | ||
| View original record | AUSTIN 8 H.P., 1939 SHOWING CRACKED SYNCRO. CONE ON 2nd SPEED GEAR AT 18,000 MILES | ||
| scan0048 | Photograph showing damaged distance washers on a 3rd motion shaft from a 1939 Austin 8 HP | ||
| View original record | AUSTIN 8 H.P., 1939 SHOWING DAMAGED DISTANCE WASHERS ON 3rd MOTION SHAFT AT 18,000 MILES | ||
| scan0049 | Noisy gearbox and damaged components in an Austin 8 HP 1939 Model at 18,000 miles. | ||
| View original record | 1045 To Rm. from Rm/Wym/C.Lee. c. to Rm/Wym. c. to Rm/FJH. Rm/Wym/C.Lee.7/OH. 14.1.43. Austin 8 HP - 1939 Model. We have recently had trouble with the above car, at a total mileage of 18,000 miles.… | ||
| scan0050 | Photograph showing a cracked synchro cone on a 1939 Austin 8 HP 2nd speed gear. | ||
| View original record | AUSTIN 8 H.P., 1939 SHOWING CRACKED SYNCRO. CONE ON 2nd SPEED GEAR AT 18,000 MILES. | ||
| scan0051 | Photograph showing damaged distance washers on a 3rd motion shaft from a 1939 Austin 8 HP car after 18,000 miles. | ||
| View original record | AUSTIN 8 H.P., 1939 SHOWING DAMAGED DISTANCE WASHERS ON 3rd MOTION SHAFT AT 18,000 MILES | ||
| scan0052 | Broken rear axle half shaft on a 1939 Austin 8 HP car. | ||
| View original record | ! Cars 1045 To Rm. from Rm/Wym/C.Lee. c. to Ev. c. to Rm/Wym. c. to Rm/FJH. Rm/Wym/C.Lee.4/OH. 12.7.43. [Handwritten initials: Rm] AUSTIN 8 HP. - 1939 MODEL. Attached is a photograph showing broken… | ||
| scan0053 | Photograph showing a failed rear axle half shaft from an Austin 8 HP vehicle. | ||
| View original record | AUSTIN - 8 H.P. Showing broken half shaft (Rear Axle) at a total mileage of 24,500. | ||
| scan0054 | Photograph of a Layshaft with broken teeth from the gearbox of an Austin 8 HP car. | ||
| View original record | Chassis 1045 To Wym. from Wym/C. Lee. c. to Rm. Wym/C.Lee.1/OH. 29.1.44. Austin 8 HP. - AFV.977. Attached is a photograph of Layshaft showing broken teeth on 2nd speed gear as dismantled from the… | ||
| scan0055 | Photograph showing a layshaft with broken gear teeth from an Austin 8 HP car. | ||
| View original record | AUSTIN 8 H.P. Showing Broken Teeth on 2nd Speed Gear at a total of 31,000 miles. CY53 | ||
| scan0056 | Design status of the column-mounted gear lever for a Left Hand Phantom. | ||
| View original record | 666. To Rm/Gry. from Ev. Ev. 7/MH.1.11.39. GEAR LEVER ON COLUMN IN LEFT HAND PHANTOM. We have abandoned the above scheme in favour of the side levers, but wish to put on record the state of the design… | ||
| scan0057 | Sourcing and specification of accessories for a Silver Phantom chassis 31.G.7. | ||
| View original record | Rm / Grys. SECRET. 666 To Lus. from Ev. EV3/R4.11.39. copy to Rm. Rm/Grys. Rm/EB. RE ACCESSORIES FOR 31.G.7. Silver Phantom You will nodoubt have heard that the body now being built will be mounted on… | ||
| scan0058 | Letter to coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. Ltd regarding body modifications for a left-hand drive Silver Wraith chassis. | ||
| View original record | Rm 666 noted file F. Dobbs ATTENTION OF MR. C. WARD. EV4. November 4th 1939. Messrs Park Ward & Co. Ltd, 473 High Road, Willesden. LONDON. N.W.10. Dear Sirs, RE SILVER WRAITH 60. - 31.G.7. ref.CWW/MH.… | ||
| scan0059 | Providing a statement on the design work position for the Left Hand Silver Phantom. | ||
| View original record | SECRET 666 To. Rm ~~O. Rum/fonys~~ RE: L.H. Silver Phantom. Attached is a complete statement as to the position of the design work on the Left Hand Silver Phantom. Of the actual designs required about… | ||
| scan0060 | Status list of required designs, details and tracings for L. H. Silver Phantom components. | ||
| View original record | L. H. SILVER PHANTOM Position Designs required Details reqd: Tracings reqd: Side Steering Tube In hand Design Details Tracing Steering Column Details Tracing Clutch Operation PL.38 C Design Starter… | ||
| scan0061 | Statement on the design work position for the Left Hand Silver Phantom. | ||
| View original record | 666 TO. Rm. c RM/Grys Ev.2/ 20. 11. 39 RE. L.H. SILVER PHANTOM Attached is a complete statement as to the position of the design work on the Left Hand Silver Phantom. | ||
| scan0062 | Design and development status checklist for the L.H. Silver Phantom model. | ||
| View original record | L.H. Silver Phantom Position Design Reqd: Details reqd: Tracings required Side Steering Tube In Hand Design Steering Column Design Details Tracing * Clutch Operation PL. 38 C Design C * Starter PL. 38… | ||
| scan0063 | Letter to J.S. Inskip regarding the development of left-hand drive cars for the US market and the impact of the war on production. | ||
| View original record | Rm.1/MH. 25th. November, 1939. J.S.Inskip, Esq., 10, East 57th. Street, New York, U.S.A. Dear Inskip, You will remember that last time I saw you, now more than three years ago, I promised that we… | ||
| scan0064 | Letter to J.S. Inskip discussing post-war development of left-hand drive cars and steering column changes for the American market. | ||
| View original record | J.S. Inskip, Esq. -2- 25th. November, 1939. As an example, the performance of our limousine Phantom III replacement, with facing forward seats in top gear is equal to that of the "Century" model Buick… | ||
| scan0065 | Letter to J.S. Inskip discussing the appeal of the Phantom III to the American market and the value of US sales due to the war in Europe. | ||
| View original record | J.S. Inskip, Esq. -3- 25th. November, 1939. One thing which I think will appeal very strongly to the American public is the fact that our Phantom III replacement handles more easily than the Wraith. I… | ||
| scan0066 | Letter to the US office regarding American market preferences for the Phantom III and requesting industry information on trucks. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS ROYCE LIMITED. DERBY. Rm.2/MH. 25th. November, 1939. M. Olley, Esq., Rolls-Royce Incoporated, 2-251, General Motors Building, Detroit, MICHIGAN, U.S.A. Dear Olley, Rm 13/mH/1.2/39 Attached is a… | ||
| scan0067 | The feasibility of manufacturing new left-hand gearbox parts from existing forgings. | ||
| View original record | 666 To RHC/JRD. Rm/Gry.16/JH.27.11.39. LEFT HAND GEARBOXES. With regard to our telephone conversation this morning we are wondering whether we can get the new gears and shafts out of the existing… | ||
| scan0068 | Proposed design completion timeline for the Left Hand Silver Phantom. | ||
| View original record | SECRET bbb TO.Rm from Ev. c. [REDACTED] 29.11.39 LEFT HAND SILVER PHANTOM Attached is a chart which outlines how we proposed to utilise the available staff to complete the designs of the Left Hand… | ||
| scan0069 | Project schedule Gantt chart for the 'Left Hand Silver Phantom' model, detailing tasks assigned to individuals. | ||
| View original record | Title: LEFT HAND SILVER PHANTOM. Timeline: NOV 27, DEC 4, DEC 11, DEC 18, DEC 25, JAN 1, JAN 8, JAN 15 Assignments: J. DRAPER: DASH ARrGT., BRAKE LINKAGE. D. BASTOW: STEERING TUBE, STEERING COLUMN,… | ||
| scan0070 | Market analysis for introducing left-hand drive cars to the American market, comparing models to competitors. | ||
| View original record | c. sent to Mr Inskip, America SECRET To Rm. from Ev. c. Rm/Gry. LH. file Ev.1/6.12.39. RE LEFT HAND CARS FOR AMERICAN MARKET. We are engaged in designing a left hand edition of the Silver Phantom as… | ||
| scan0071 | Comparison of chassis dimensions and body styles against American competitors to identify potential sales impediments. | ||
| View original record | -2- Ev.1/6.12.39. The Silver Dawn has a wheelbase of 130 inches, but probably no greater body space than any of the above. The Cresta would be the same chassis as the Silver Dawn but with a Bentley… | ||
| scan0072 | Page 3 of a memo regarding model characteristics being 'English and British' and requesting feedback. | ||
| View original record | -3- Ev.1/6.12.39. whole characteristics of our models we understand, should be essentially English and British. We wondered whether you would care to get Mr. Inskip or Oy. to give us their views on… | ||
| scan0073 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. about delays in supplying correct accessories for an enclosed limousine body. | ||
| View original record | Copy Rm. " Rm/Grys. " Rm/FD. " Les. " Ev. 666 Ev.2/WLL Messrs Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, N.W.10 For the attention of Mr.C.Ward 8th December 1939 Confidential Dear Sir, Re.… | ||
| scan0074 | Letter to J.S. Inskip in New York regarding design, appeal, and sourcing of accessories for a left-hand drive chassis for the American market. | ||
| View original record | L.H. file Rm.13/MH. 15th. December, 1939. J.S.Inskip, Esq., 32, East 57th. Street, New York, U.S.A. K.v.1/61239 Dear Inskip, We are getting on well with the left hand series of chassis. The attached… | ||
| scan0075 | Letter to J.S. Inskip regarding the import of cars with standardised all-steel Park Ward coachwork. | ||
| View original record | J.S.Inskip, Esq. -2- 15th. December, 1939. Are you likely to want to import any cars with standardised Park Ward coachwork ? The body we shall standardise for the big cars is a limousine which I think… | ||
| scan0076 | Typed letter comparing American and British automobile gearshift designs and pricing. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE INC. ROOM 2-251 GENERAL MOTORS BUILDING DETROIT, MICHIGAN TELEPHONES TRINITY 2-1135 & 2-1136 1046 December 13, 1939 Rolls-Royce, Ltd. Derby, England Car Work. Gearshift. Rm: Yours of… | ||
| scan0077 | Merits of column-mounted gear shifts and left-hand drive, referencing American automotive trends. | ||
| View original record | Rolls-Royce, Ltd.--2 Rm. America is not going to revert to gearshifts mixed up with the underwear of either driver or passenger. Why not do a column shift on all jobs, and then the left hand-ing is… | ||
| scan0078 | Potential market and technical challenges of supplying left-hand drive chassis to America. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten top left]: 1646 To Sg. from Tr. Copy to S. " [Handwritten]: HS. [Handwritten top middle]: Rm Please see me [Typed top middle]: Private & Confidential [Handwritten top middle, below… | ||
| scan0079 | Design of a chassis that can be easily and cheaply fitted with left-hand steering. | ||
| View original record | Continuation Tr14/LM.2. market, we have a unique opportunity of directing our chassis design work with the object of producing a chassis right from the beginning of planning which can easily and… | ||
| scan0080 | Secret memo reporting on the design situation and progress of schemes for the Left Hand Silver Phantom. | ||
| View original record | 1046 SECRET. To Rm. from Ev. EvS/22.1.40. copy to Rm/PJH. Rm/Cts. Ev/HH. RE LEFT HAND SILVER PHANTOM. Having now reached the date at which we hoped to have completed the schemes for the Left Hand… | ||
| scan0081 | Minutes of a conference regarding the specification of the Left Hand Silver Phantom. | ||
| View original record | 10H6. SECRET. To Rm. from Ev. c. Rm/FJH. c. Rm/CTS. c. Ev/HH. Ev.3/24.1.40. RE SPECIFICATION OF LEFT HAND SILVER PHANTOM 31.G.VII. MINUTES OF CONFERENCE HELD AT DERBY, JAN. 23RD. Present:- Rm. Rm/TJH.… | ||
| scan0082 | Meeting notes or specifications for various engine components, including the cylinder head, camshaft, and carburetter. | ||
| View original record | -2- Ev.3/24.1.40. SEC.5050. CYLINDER HEAD. Jnr. The cylinder head used will be the same as on 30.G.VII. SEC.5060. VALVES & FITTINGS. Jnr. Phantom III inlet valve springs as on 30.G.VII. SEC.5070.… | ||
| scan0083 | Updates and requests for various vehicle components like the flywheel, propeller shaft, and brakes. | ||
| View original record | -3- SECTION.6000. FLYWHEEL& CLUTCH. Ev. The flywheel to be the 6-cyl. High Inertia type to suit a Lucas Starter Motor - GB.5303. SEC.6110. PROPELLOR SHAFT. Ev. The design of the centre bearing of the… | ||
| scan0084 | Meeting notes on cost investigation and design changes for various Silver Phantom components. | ||
| View original record | -4- Ev.3/24.1.40. SEC.7166. FRONT ROLL ROD. CTS. Cost investigation to be made to discover the best method of producing the roll rod ends. Material to be B,E.A.S.576. The following items arose during… | ||
| scan0085 | The dashboard arrangement for the Left Hand Silver Phantom model. | ||
| View original record | Spare SECRET 1046 file To Rm. from Ev. Ev8/26.1.40. c. Ev/HH. ARRANGEMENT OF DASHBOARD. LEFT HAND SILVER PHANTOM. Attached are two prints each of PL.88 and PL.89. shewing the arrangement of the front… | ||
| scan0086 | Requesting the finalization and update of the draft specification for the Left Hand Silver Phantom. | ||
| View original record | Rm/FJH TO Er/HH. from Ev. 1046 EV1/29.1.30. c.c. Rm. Rm/FJH. Rm/Gts. SPECIFICATION OF L.H. SILVER PHANTOM. We enclose herewith a draft specification of the Left Hand Silver Phantom which has been… | ||
| scan0087 | Left-hand side spare wheel carrier for a Silver Phantom. | ||
| View original record | Spare SECRET. 10x6. File Ev2/29.1.40. To Rm. from Ev. copy to Ev/HH. SIDE SPARE WHEEL CARRIER. LEFT HAND SILVER PHANTOM. Attached herewith are prints of PL.101. shewing the SIDE SPARE WHEEL CARRIER… | ||
| scan0088 | Follow-up letter to J.S. Inskip in New York regarding a previously unanswered letter. | ||
| View original record | 1046 Rm.9/MH. 16th. February, 1940. J.S.Inskip, Esq., 32, East 57th. Street, New York, U.S.A. Dear Inskip, Attached is a copy of a letter I wrote to you some time ago and to which I have had no reply.… | ||
| scan0089 | The left-hand centre floorboard for the Senior range of cars, enclosing design prints. | ||
| View original record | File 1046 To Rm. c. to Ev/HH. Ev.3/JH.1.2.40. CENTRE FLOORBOARD - LEFT HAND SENIOR RANGE. We attach herewith two prints of PL.100, two sheets, showing sheet metal floorboard for the left hand cars of… | ||
| scan0090 | Design revision for a stiffer change gear cross shaft for the Left Hand Senior Range gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 1046 File To Rm. c. to Ev/HH. Ev.2/JH.14.2.40. Stiffer Change Gear Cross Shaft. Left Hand Senior Range. The size of the cross shaft on the Rationalised gearbox for the Senior range when fitted to left… | ||
| scan0091 | Modification to the clutch release bearing carrier for the Left Hand Senior Range. | ||
| View original record | 1046 File To Rm. C. to Ev/HH. Ev.6/JH.14.2.40. MODIFIED CLUTCH RELEASE BEARING CARRIER. LEFT HAND SENIOR RANGE. It has been found necessary to transfer the lubrication pipe to the clutch release… | ||
| scan0092 | Engine controls for the left-hand Senior Range models, referencing specific prints. | ||
| View original record | 1046. File To Rm. c. to Ev/HH. Ev.4/JH.14.2.40. ENGINE CONTROLS ON LEFT HAND SENIOR RANGE. On Pl.87 (two sheets) of which we enclose two prints we show the engine controls and rear damper controls for… | ||
| scan0093 | New hand brake design for the left-hand Senior range, including the Silver Phantom. | ||
| View original record | 1046 To Rm. c.c. to Ev/HH. File Ev.1/JH.14.2.40. HAND BRAKE LEFT HAND SENIOR RANGE. On PL.68 herewith of which we attach two prints we show the left hand Senior hand brake. This scheme shows the… | ||
| scan0094 | The modification to the clutch release bearing carrier for the left-hand senior range. | ||
| View original record | 10H6 To Rm. C. to Ev/HH. File Ev.6/JH.14.2.40. MODIFIED CLUTCH RELEASE BEARING CARRIER. LEFT HAND SENIOR RANGE. It has been found necessary to transfer the lubrication pipe to the clutch release… | ||
| scan0095 | Alteration notice for the L.H. Silver Phantom clutch casing, detailing the relocation of a boss for an oil pipe. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. 109/RG File 1046 21-2-40 L.H. SILVER PHANTOM. SEC. 6030 - RG 394 - CLUTCH CASING. ALTERATION:- BOSS FOR OIL PIPE TO TRUNNION BRG: MOVED FROM L.H. SIDE OF CASING TO R.H. SIDE. REASON:-… | ||
| scan0096 | Blueprints for a Silver Phantom gearbox, clutch casing, and modifications for a right-hand version. | ||
| View original record | File 1046 To Rm. c. to Ev. Ev/HH.11/JH.22.2.40. L.H. Silver Phantom - Sec.6030 - Gearbox & Actuating Gear. Scheme FL.38. Please receive herewith blue prints of the following drawing, detailed in… | ||
| scan0097 | Revised mounting for the Left Hand Steering Box, detailing the deletion and required addition of specific washers. | ||
| View original record | FJH 1046 To-Ev/HH. (Clan Foundry). c. to Rm/FJH. Ev.8/JH.23.2.40. re Left Hand Steering Box Revised Mounting. J.H. On PL.120 which you have already received it will be noted that the rocker shaft… | ||
| scan0098 | Design of foot brake linkages for the left-hand drive senior range of cars. | ||
| View original record | 1046 File To Rm. c. to Ev/HH. Ev.4/JH.23.2.40. FOOT BRAKE LINKAGES - LEFT HAND SENIOR RANGE. On PL.98, two sheets herewith, of which we attach two prints, we show the foot brake linkages for the left… | ||
| scan0099 | The pedal gap plate and foot switch for left-hand drive Senior Range cars. | ||
| View original record | 1046 File To Rm. c. to Ev/HH. Ev.11/JH.23.2.40. PEDAL GAP PLATE LEFT HAND DRIVE SENIOR RANGE. Herewith two prints of PL.102, showing the pedal gap plate and foot switch for the left hand cars of the… | ||
| scan0100 | Instruction regarding revised clutch actuation and new blueprints for the Senior Gearbox clutch casing. | ||
| View original record | 10H6 + 1153. Ruy/CTS 3/MH 7 3 40 To Rm. c. to Ev. File. EV/HH.10/JH.1.3.40. Senior Gearbox (L.H. Side change). Section 6010 - Clutch casing. PL.38 - Revised clutch actuation. Please receive herewith… | ||
| scan0101 | Modifications to the Senior Gearbox, specifically the Speedo Drive and Damper Control Pump, and the dispatch of associated blueprints. | ||
| View original record | 1046 & 1158 File To Ev. c. to Rm. Ev/HH.8/JH.1.3.40. Senior Gearbox. Section 6035 FL.43 - L.H. Side change. FL.65 - Revised Gearbox. Please receive herewith blue prints of each of the following :-… | ||
| scan0102 | Changes and instructions for a senior gearbox with a left-hand side change. | ||
| View original record | File 1046 + 1153 To Rm. c. to Ev. Ev/HH.5/JH.1.3.40. Senior Gearbox (L.H. Side change). Section 6030 Gearbox. PL.65 Modified gearbox. PL.43 L.H. Side change. Please receive herewith blue prints of… | ||
| scan0103 | Handbrake linkages and exhaust systems for left-hand drive Senior Range models. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. To Rm. from Ev. c. to Ev/HH. Ev.11/JH.8.3.40. Handbrake Linkages. L.H. Senior Range. Attached herewith are 2 prints of PL.117 (2 sheets) shewing the hand brake linkages for the left hand drive… | ||
| scan0104 | Specification and design progress for the Left Hand Silver Phantom. | ||
| View original record | 1046 SECRET FILE To Rm. from Ev. c.c. to Ev/HH. Ev.15/JH.14.3.40. Left Hand Silver Phantom. Attached herewith are 4 copies of the specific- ation of the left hand Silver Phantom 31.G.7. for your… | ||
| scan0105 | Parts for the Flywheel and Clutch of a Left Hand Silver Phantom. | ||
| View original record | 1046 1110 To Rm. c. to Ev. Ev/HH.16/JH.18.3.40. Left Hand Silver Phantom. Section 6000. - Flywheel and Clutch. Section 6010 - Clutch Casing. Schemes PL.38. and 112. Further to our memo. reference… | ||
| scan0106 | Blueprints for a Left Hand Silver Phantom front pan. | ||
| View original record | 1046 to 1010 File To Rm. c. to Ev. Ev/HH.3/JH.19.3.40. Frame Left Hand Silver Phantom. PL.84. Front Pan - Section 7000. Please receive herewith blueprints of RF.349 Front Pan. Please instruct… | ||
| scan0107 | To stop work on the L.H. Silver Phantom clutch casing pattern due to a gear change control modification. | ||
| View original record | File 102/b To. Rm. c.c. Rm/RH. c.c. RV. Rm/HH.2./ 2. 4. 40 L.H.Silver Phantom RG. 394 Clutch Casing. In view of the decision to fit steering column gear change control on the first car, will you… | ||
| scan0108 | To stop work on the L.H. Silver Phantom clutch casing due to a design change to a steering column gear control. | ||
| View original record | To. Rm. c. Rm/RH. c. EV. Rm/FJH 1046 Rm/HH.2./ 2. 4. 40 H.H.K. L.H.Silver Phantom RG. 394 Clutch Casing. In view of the decision to fit steering column gear change control on the first car, will you… | ||
| scan0109 | Bonnet prints, materials and construction for the 8-cylinder left-hand Silver Phantom. | ||
| View original record | Pmy/CTS.10./ML22 -4 -40. 1046 of 1026 To Rm. to Ev/HH. Ev.11/JH.5.4.40. re Bonnets for 8 cylinder engines of the R.R. Range. We attach herewith two prints of PL.166 showing the bonnet Widney unbroken… | ||
| scan0110 | Outstanding design items for a Left Hand Silver Phantom, chassis 31.G.7. | ||
| View original record | 104b TO RM. FROM EV. SECRET. Ev3/17.4.40. Copy to Rm/HH. LEFT HAND SILVER PHANTOM. CHASSIS 31.G.7. Except for the following design items the work on Silver Phantom is completed according to the latest… | ||
| scan0111 | Summary of work and component status for the LH Silver Phantom chassis. | ||
| View original record | LH SILVER PHANTOM. 1046. The following is a summary of the work on the above chassis:- ENGINE The engine for this car is presumed to be existing, and therefore a specification of its exact components… | ||
| scan0112 | Request for a standard B.V unit to complete modifications to the Regulator and Cutout on a L.H. Silver Phantom. | ||
| View original record | To.Rm/RC. Rm/HH.2/ 18. 4. 40. lA/p re L.H.Silver Phantom. In order that we may complete the necessary modification to the Regulator and Cutout on the above car. Will you kindly let us have a standard… | ||
| scan0113 | Blueprints for a Rear Shock Damper on a LH Silver Phantom. | ||
| View original record | To Rm o. to Bv Ry/CTS.10/JS24.4.40 Rm/HH 4/19.4.40. 1046 1293 LH Silver Phantom. Rear Shock Damper Sec 7150. In accordance with specification. Please receive herewith 2 blue prints of the following:-… | ||
| scan0114 | Requesting a list of developed parts for the final left-hand car specification. | ||
| View original record | 1046 All Testers. Rm/TJH. (Struck through) Rm/Gimm. (Struck through) Rm/CES. (Struck through) Rm/THS. (Struck through) Rm/AAA. (Struck through) Rm/RC. Rm/FD. (Struck through) Rm/Ever. (Struck through)… | ||
| scan0115 | Parts list for the L.H. Silver Phantom concerning controls, floor boards and fittings. | ||
| View original record | Rm/CTS.10/JS. 24.4.40 To. Rm. C. EV. 1046 & 1800 Rm/HH.5/ 23. 4. 40. L.H.Silver Phantom. Sec: 5240. Controls. Sec: 7131. Floor Boards & Fittings In accordance with PL. 86 and PL.87 Please receive… | ||
| scan0116 | Parts list continuation for damper control, accelerator pedal, rod assemblies, and floor board fittings. | ||
| View original record | Damper Control C'Shaft (contd) RE. 560 Pull Rod RE. 553 Countershaft Accelerator Pedal Assembly RE. 568 Bracket RE. 569 Bracket RE. 570 Bearing Tube RE. 574 Roller RE. 577 Bearing RE. 579 Spring RE.… | ||
| scan0117 | Parts list confirming a telephone conversation regarding the Front Sheet Metal Crossmember for the LH Silver Phantom chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. C. to Ev. 1046 & 1010 Rm/HH 1/23.4.40. LH Silver Phantom Frame and Fittings-Sec.7000. This is to confirm the telephone conversation of today's date with HPS/RH, with reference to the parts… | ||
| scan0118 | Alteration to add drill sizes for 2 holes on the Bracket-Brake & Clutch Lever Shaft for the L.H. Silver Phantom. | ||
| View original record | 1046 TO Rm 145/RF 23.4.40. L.H. SILVER PHANTOM. SECTION 7100. RF 417. - BRACKET-BRAKE & CLUTCH LEVER SHAFT ALTERATION: DRILL SIZES ADDED FOR 2 HOLES. REASON: D.O. OMISSION D Reid Nett | ||
| scan0119 | Blueprints for new drawings related to the L.H. Silver Phantom steering column and box. | ||
| View original record | Rm/CTS10/JS 24.4.40 1046 Φ 1300 To. Rm c. Ev. Rm/HH4./ 23. 4. 40. L.H. Silver Phantom Sec: 7050 Steering Column & Box. PL. 75. Steering Box. PL.120. Revised Steering Box Mounting. Please receive… | ||
| scan0120 | Rear springs and fittings for a L.H. Silver Phantom, including part number changes. | ||
| View original record | 1046 Rm/Clm File. Suspension To Rm. c. to Ev. Rm/HH.15/JH.24.4.40. L.H. Silver Phantom. Rear Springs and fittings Sec.7030 (56" springs). Woodhead interleaved springs and welded on spring seats to… | ||
| scan0121 | List of drawings for dashboard and electrical fittings for the L.H. Senior Range. | ||
| View original record | FILE 1046 Rm/BTS.2/JMS/1.540. To Rm. c.c. to Ev. Rm/HH.14/JH. 4.4.40. L.H. Senior Range. PL.88 and PL.89 Dashboard and fittings. Section 7130 Dashboard and fittings. Section 7360 Wiring and fittings.… | ||
| scan0122 | Continued set of instructions relating to L.O.P. FL.88-89. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. All L.O.P. FL.88-89. Instruct as regd. Rm/HH. | ||
| scan0123 | List of blueprints for the Left Hand Silver Phantom change gear mechanism. | ||
| View original record | FILE Rm/FTS 2/JMS 1.5.40 1046 To HM. c. to Ev. Rm/HH.9/JH.24.4.40. Left Hand Silver Phantom. Change Gear Mechanism - Section 6080. PL.43 Side Gear Change. PL.121 Stiffer change gear cross shaft.… | ||
| scan0124 | The fitting of a left hand side change to the Senior gearbox. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. The above details have been produced in order to enable the left hand side change to be fitted to the Senior gearbox. The completes the instructions for the above schemes. Kindly instruct up… | ||
| scan0125 | List of new drawings for the L.H. Silver Phantom Hand Brake Mechanism and Linkages. | ||
| View original record | No. Rm C. Ev FILS 1046 Rm/HH.1/ 25. 4. 40. Rm/CT5/Inc 3-5-40 L.H. Silver Phantom Sec: 6081 Hand Brake Mechanism PL. 68. Hand Brake PL.117. Hand Brake Linkages Please receive herewith blueprints of the… | ||
| scan0126 | Rear springs, fittings and blueprints for a L.H. Silver Phantom. | ||
| View original record | FILE Rm/CTS.2/JMS.1.5.40 1046 To Rm. C.c. to EV. Rm/HH.15/JH.24.4.40. L.H. Silver Phantom. Rear Springs and fittings Sec.7030 (56" springs). Woodhead interleaved springs and welded on spring seats to… | ||
| scan0127 | List of drawings and parts for the Left Hand Silver Phantom Change Gear Mechanism. | ||
| View original record | 1046 To Rm. / FJH c. to Ev. Rm/HH.9/JH.24.4.40. Left Hand Silver Phantom. Change Gear Mechanism - Section 6080. PL.43 Side Gear Change. PL.121 Stiffer change gear cross shaft. Please receive herewith… | ||
| scan0128 | Instructions to enable a left-hand side change to be fitted to the Senior gearbox. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. OT/63 28.8.33 The above details have been produced in order to enable the left hand side change to be fitted to the Senior gearbox. The completes the instructions for the above schemes. Kindly… | ||
| scan0129 | New drawings for dashboard fittings and the mounting of twin ignition coils. | ||
| View original record | FILE RM/CTS.2/JMS.1.5.40. 1046 Rm/HH.10/JH.24.4.40. To Rm. c.c. to E.V. (text has been struck through) L.H. Senior Range. Dashboard & Fittings. - Sec.7130. Ignition Coil. Sec.8140. PL.161 Mounting of… | ||
| scan0130 | Outlining the modifications required to update engine B.80 No.2 for the L.H. Silver Phantom chassis. | ||
| View original record | 1046. Ev/HH. from Rm/CTS. Rm/CTS.4/JS.25.4.40. L.H. SILVER PHANTOM. (Engine for the first chassis). The existing engine B.80. No.2 has been allocated for this purpose. It is proposed only to modify… | ||
| scan0131 | Left-hand car specification for brakes, detailing parts, clearances, and finishes for experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | COPY Rm. from Rm/MHR. 1046 & 1029. Rm/MHR.1/JS.25.4.40. LEFT HAND CAR SPECIFICATION. BRAKES. The actual parts included in the specification should be as fitted to the present experimental cars with… | ||
| scan0132 | Blueprints for L.H. Silver Phantom hubs, brake drums, and back plates. | ||
| View original record | FILE 10%d Rm / HTS. 10 / JMS 1-5-40 To Rm. c. to Ev. Rm/HH.10/JH.26.4.40. L.H. Silver Phantom. Rear Hubs Sec.6170. Front Hubs Sec.7044. Standard B.V. Brake Drum with Thin Back Plates to Specification… | ||
| scan0133 | Continuation page providing an instruction related to front hubs. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. Section 7044. RG.955 L.O.P. Front Hubs. Kindly instruct to suit. Rm/HH. | ||
| scan0134 | Parts and blueprints for a Silver Phantom rear axle modification. | ||
| View original record | 1046. Rm/878.C/JMS 1-5-40 To Rm. [text crossed out] Rm/HH.2/JH.26.4.40. L.H. Silver Phantom 31.G.7. (56" springs) Rear Axle Section 6120. In accordance with specification Ev.15/JH.23.2.40.… | ||
| scan0135 | Listing required List of Parts (LOPs) for a Silver Phantom chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Rm [crossed out]o to Ev[/crossed out] 1046 [crossed out]1028[/crossed out] LH. SILVER PHANTOM. Rear Brake Equ. Gear-Sec.6150. Propeller Shaft- Sec.6110. Cross Steering Tube-Sec.7041. Front Brakes-… | ||
| scan0136 | Instruction memo listing blueprints for the L.H. Silver Phantom hand brake linkages and rear brake inter shaft. | ||
| View original record | To. Rm O. Ev. 10k6 FILE Rm/CTS.10./JMS. 1.5.40. Rm/HH.2/ 29. 4. 40. L.H.Silver Phantom PL. 117 Hand Brake Linkages Section 6091 Rear Brake Inter: Shaft. Please receive herewith blueprints of the… | ||
| scan0137 | Modifications to the wiring layout for a Left Hand Drive car to convert it to a positive earth system. | ||
| View original record | 1046 Ev. from Rm/RC. Rm/RC.9/JS.29.4.40. LEFT HAND CAR. In order to simplify the drawing up of the wiring layout for the Left Hand car, which will have a positive earth system, we have made some notes… | ||
| scan0138 | Page of a document discussing armature and field terminals in relation to current practice. | ||
| View original record | -2- armature terminal 'D' and the field terminal 'F'. This would correspond to the respective terminals on the regulator and also bring it into line with current practice. Rm/RC. | ||
| scan0139 | Instruction concerning the LOP Oil Pump on the dash for a LH Silver Phantom model. | ||
| View original record | To Rm: C. to Ev. [Strikethrough] 10H6 [Handwritten] Rm/HH 1/29.4.40. LH. SILVER PHANTOM. Oil Pump on Dash-Sec.7141. In accordance with specification. To suit the above, the following LOP should be… | ||
| scan0140 | Implementation and queries regarding a vacuum-assisted column gear change for the Senior Range. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. 1046 To Rm/CTS. from Ev. [Struck through] c. to Rm. [Struck through] c. to Rm/FJH. Ev.10/JH.30.4.40. re Column Gear Change. FJH [Handwritten annotation] Senior Range. It has been decided to… | ||
| scan0141 | Resolution of a design conflict between the swinging arm clutch operation and the control scheme. | ||
| View original record | FILE SECRET. To Rm. from Ev. c.c. to Rm/HH. [crossed out] 1046 Rm/CTS.1, 6-5-40 Ev.14/JH.30.4.40. Engine Controls to Suit Swinging Arm Clutch Operation. Right Hand Senior Range. We have always… | ||
| scan0142 | Throttle control modifications for the rationalised senior range of cars. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. This portion of the throttle controls is the same for all cars of the rationalised senior range, having either B.60 or B.80 engines with Stromberg or S.U. Carbs. of R.H. drive models. All… | ||
| scan0143 | Requesting a hold on work for the L.M. Silver Phantom radiator back plate pending a revised drawing. | ||
| View original record | 1046 FILE Rm/BTS.10/JMS 1-5-40 To. Rm c.c. E.V. Rm/HH.3/ 30. 4. 40. Radiator. Section 5250. L.M.Silver Phantom. Further to the issue of the above section, will the experimental dept: please hold up… | ||
| scan0144 | New drawings for the Silver Phantom's central pivot type radiator mounting. | ||
| View original record | FILE To Rm. c. to Bv. Rm/HH.4/JH.26.4.40. Silver Phantom. In accordance with Scheme PD.489. Section 5250 Radiator. Central Pivot Type Mounting. Please receive herewith blue prints of the following new… | ||
| scan0145 | Confirming the dispatch of blueprints for index sheets regarding the L.H. Silver Phantom chassis. | ||
| View original record | 10kb FILE Rm/CTSS/JMS 2-5-40 To Rm. C. to Ev. Rm/HH.7/JH.1.5.40. L.H. Silver Phantom. In accordance with specification. Please receive herewith 3 blue prints of each of the following - RG.967 Index… | ||
| scan0146 | Rear brake specifications and blueprints for a Left Hand Silver Phantom. | ||
| View original record | FILE 10H61 Rm/EPS.1/ML STOCK To Rm. c.c. to Ev. Rm/HH.3/JH.1.5.40. Left Hand Silver Phantom. Rear Brakes Sec.6130. In accordance with specification. (C.I. Drums and steel shoes with Ferodo B.Z. Lining… | ||
| scan0147 | Adding particulars of a brake strap steady to a previous document. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. We understand that this has not been issued previously, and you will now require particulars of same, since we refer back to this on L.O.P. RG.963. Particulars of the brake strap steady as… | ||
| scan0148 | Issuance of new drawings for the L.H. Silver Phantom's servo hydraulic master cylinder and front brake linkages. | ||
| View original record | FILE Rm/Pl.S.3 / TMS 6-5-40 1046 To Rm. c.c. to Ev. Rm/HH./JH.1.5.40. L.H. Silver Phantom. Servo opn. hydraulic master Sec.6181. Cylinder and mech: PL.141 Front Brake Linkages. Please receive herewith… | ||
| scan0149 | Instruction memo to provide blueprints for new parts for a Left Hand Silver Phantom. | ||
| View original record | 1046 FILE Rm/FTS.2/JMS 6-5-40 To Rm. c to Ev. [text is struck through] Rm/HH.1/JH.1.5.40. Left Hand Silver Phantom. Servo Motor and Mechanism Sec.6180. PL.98 Foot Brake Linkage. [text is underlined]… | ||
| scan0150 | Blueprints for the L.H.S. Phantom front axle yoke and cross steering components. | ||
| View original record | 1046 FILE Rm/CTS.5./JMS.2.5.40 To Rm. C. to Ev. Rm/HH.4/JH.1.5.40. L.H.S.Phantom. Front axle yoke and cross steering Sec.7040. Please receive herewith blue prints of the following :- RG.964 Axle yoke… | ||
| scan0151 | Requesting blueprints for new brake and frame fittings for the Silver Phantom L.H. model. | ||
| View original record | FILE Rm/BC.1/30438-5-40 To Rm. c. to Ev. 1046 Rm/HH.21/JH.1.5.40. Silver Phantom L.H. Frame & Fittings - Sec.7000. PL.117. PL.98 PL.141. Further to our memo. Rm/HH.1/25.4.40. please receive herewith… | ||
| scan0152 | Alteration details for a L.H. Silver Phantom steering box, changing various dimensions. | ||
| View original record | TO RM. ISB/F 1046. 6-5-40 L.H. SILVER PHANTOM. SEC. 7050. RF. 890 - STEERING BOX. ALTERATION :- SEC. A-A. The 3.525 +10/-5 AND 3.775 DIMENS. HAVE BEEN ALTERED TO 3.487 +10/-5 AND 3.737 RESPECTIVELY.… | ||
| scan0153 | Modifications to the L.H. Silver Phantom frame and a list of associated blueprints. | ||
| View original record | 1046 & 1070 Rm/CTS.10/JMS.9-5-40. To Rm. C. to Rv. Ycke Rm/HH.15 JH.8.5.40. L.H. Silver Phantom. Frames and fittings Sec.7000. Modified large holes in Frame entailed by the following scheme - Exhaust… | ||
| scan0154 | Instruction regarding the modification of an existing Silver Wraith frame for a chassis. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. Kindly instruct to suit. We understand that an existing Silver Wraith frame is being used for the above chassis. We would point out the above drawings consist of modified holes and do not… | ||
| scan0155 | The distribution of blueprints for L.H. Silver Phantom hubs and brake drums. | ||
| View original record | 1046 To Rm./FJH c/-to-E.V. [struck through] Rm/HH.10/JH.26.4.40. L.H. Silver Phantom. Rear Hubs Sec.6170. Front Hubs Sec.7044. Standard B.V. Brake Drum with Thin Back Plates to Specification… | ||
| scan0156 | Instruction regarding RG.955 L.O.P. front hubs. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. Section 7044. RG.955 L.O.P. Front Hubs. Kindly instruct to suit. Rm/HH. | ||
| scan0157 | Chasing overdue specifications and details for the Silver Phantom L.H. chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from HPS/RH. 1026 c.c. Ev. c.c. Ev/HH. HPS/RH.20/SW.29.4.40. Silver Phantom L.H. At the conference held on the 20.4.40, it was decided that Specification and details would be completely issued… | ||
| scan0158 | Secret memo discussing modifications to the hand throttle controls for the Left Hand Silver Phantom. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten] Rm/BT.12/JMS.1.5.40 SECRET. To Rm. from Ev. 1046 Ev.17/JH.26.4.40. [strikethrough]c.c. to Rm/HH.[/strikethrough] Hand Throttle Controls. Left Hand Silver Phantom. We have issued to you… | ||
| scan0159 | Continuation page of a memo regarding a rod, with a note about enclosed copies and prints. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. rod, but cannot get one in. Ev. Enclosed 4 copies of memo. 2 prints of PL.204. | ||
| scan0160 | Chasing overdue specifications for the Silver Phantom L.H. chassis. | ||
| View original record | Rm / FJH. 1046 When am I going to get the list of new features for adding to the specification for you? To Rm. from HPS/RH. c. Ev. c. Ev/HH. HPS/RH.20/SW.29.4.40. Silver Phantom L.H. At the conference… | ||
| scan0161 | The dispatch of blueprints for L.H. Silver Phantom index sheets. | ||
| View original record | 1046. RM/FJH To RM. O. to EV. F.H. Rm/HH.7/JH.1.5.40. L.H. Silver Phantom. In accordance with specification. Please receive herewith 3 blue prints of each of the following - RG.967 Index sheet of… | ||
| scan0162 | Instructions and blueprints for an L.H.S. Phantom front axle yoke and cross steering assembly. | ||
| View original record | Rm/FJH Rm/Clm File Clm 1046 To Rm. C.c. to Ev. Rm/HH.4/JH.1.5.40. L.H.S.Phantom. Front axle yoke and cross steering Sec.7040. Please receive herewith blue prints of the following :- RG.964 Axle yoke… | ||
| scan0163 | Instruction to cease work on front engine mounting brackets for the LH Silver Phantom chassis due to a design modification. | ||
| View original record | To Rm c. to Fv 1026 Rm/Chm File copy Rm/HH 1/4.5.40. LH. Silver Phantom. Frame and Fittings-Sec.7000. By memo Rm/HH 1/23.4.40., we issued particulars of the parts which go to make up the Front… | ||
| scan0164 | Requesting to stop work on front engine mounting brackets for the LH. Silver Phantom chassis due to a new design. | ||
| View original record | File 1026 To Rm G to W (struck through) Rm/HH 1/4.5.40. LH. Silver Phantom. Frame and Fittings-Sec.7000. By memo Rm/HH 1/23.4.40., we issued particulars of the parts which go to make up the Front… | ||
| scan0165 | Requesting information on a L.H. Phantom Radiator to prevent delays for the coachbuilders. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from HPS/RH. c.c Ev/HH. [crossed out] HPS/RH.4/SW.6.5.40. L.H. Phantom Radiator. Will you please let us know as quickly as possible the back plate for Shell and Bonnet eye required for the… | ||
| scan0166 | Short typed memo regarding the status of a radiator and its mounting. | ||
| View original record | Rm/ I rang up Ev/HH as requested re the attached and he said it is going to be cleared up at the same time as the radiator mounting, which is up to Ev. Otherwise the radiator is completely done.… | ||
| scan0167 | Chasing delayed specifications for the Silver Phantom L.H. car. | ||
| View original record | To Ev. from HPS/RH. c.c. R. [redacted] c.c. Rm. HPS/RH.2/SW.6.5.40. Silver Phantom L.H. In reminding you of the conference held on 20.4.40 it was decided that Specification and details for the above… | ||
| scan0168 | Instructions regarding the petrol tank and filler for the Left Hand Silver Phantom. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/HH. c. to Rm. 1046. Ev.12/JH.7.5.40. Left Hand Silver Phantom Petrol Tank. We find we have not instructed a petrol tank for the left hand silver Phantom. This has been because we have been… | ||
| scan0169 | Modifications to the L.H. Silver Phantom frame and fittings, listing associated blueprints. | ||
| View original record | FJH. To Rm. Rm/Clon File 1026 Clu Rm/HH.15 JH.8.5.40. L.H. Silver Phantom. Frames and fittings Sec.7000. Modified large holes in Frame entailed by the following scheme - Exhaust systemt to ECD.1501,… | ||
| scan0170 | Instructions regarding the use of an existing Silver Wraith frame for a chassis, noting drawings show modified holes. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. Kindly instruct to suit. We understand that an existing Silver Wraith frame is being used for the above chassis. We would point out the above drawings consist of modified holes and do not… | ||
| scan0171 | Parts list and instruction memo for a revised steering box mounting on a Left Hand Silver Phantom. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. FTH c.c. to Ev. lomb Rm/HH.10/JH.8.5.40. Left Hand Silver Phantom. Section 7050. Steering Column & Box. PL.75 - Steering Box. PL.R20 - Revised steering box mounting. Further to our memo.… | ||
| scan0172 | Providing a progress update on the production of a Silver Phantom Left Hand model, noting delays due to outstanding designs. | ||
| View original record | To H S/RH, c. to Rm. c. to Ev. 1046 Rm/HH.4/JH.8.5.40. Silver Phantom Left Hand. With reference to your memo. ref. H S/RH. 2/SW.6.5.40. we note your remarks re specification and details for the above… | ||
| scan0173 | Parts required for the Left Hand Silver Phantom steering column and box. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten] File [Handwritten] Rm/16784/JMS 13-5-40 To Rm. c. to Ev. Rm/HH.10/JH.8.5.40. Left Hand Silver Phantom. Section 7050. Steering Column & Box. PL.75 - Steering Box. PL.120 - Revised… | ||
| scan0174 | Notification regarding part replacements and blueprint distribution for the Silver Phantom model. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/FJH P. to E.V. 1046 H.F.H Rm/HH 1/11.5.40. LH. Silver Phantom. Cross Steering Tube-Sec.7041. Side " " -Sec.7070. Crankcase and Bearings-Sec.5000. In accordance with PL.67. Please receive… | ||
| scan0175 | Modification of Fulcrum Pin Housing PW.1836. | ||
| View original record | The existing Fulcrum Pin Housing PW.1836 has been modified by altn 162/RG to enable the same casting to be used to make RO.616. Also attached are blue prints of FL.67, LOV and scheme. Rm/HH. | ||
| scan0176 | Blueprints for the LH Silver Phantom frame and fittings. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten top center: 19-1-6 file] [Handwritten top right: Rm/RS 4/JMS/13-5-40] To Rm C. to Ev. [struck through] Rm/HH 2/11.5.40. LH. Silver Phantom [underlined] Frame and Fittings-Sec.7000.… | ||
| scan0177 | Blueprints for the LH Silver Phantom frame and fittings, and a request for further information. | ||
| View original record | Runt/Clun. File Clun 1006 To Rm /FJH c.c. to EV Rm/HH 2/11.5.30. LH. Silver Phantom Frame and Fittings-Sec.7000. Please receive herewith 3 blueprints of the following:- RF. 1028. LOP Frame Makers… | ||
| scan0178 | Dispatching blueprints for Silver Phantom steering, crankcase, and bearing components, with instructions to update records. | ||
| View original record | To Rm G.LTD. [Text is struck through] [Handwritten]: IGW6 file [Handwritten]: Rm/GTS2/JMG 13-5-40 Rm/NH 1/11.5.40. LH. Silver Phantom. Cross Steering Tube - Sec.7041. Side " " - Sec.7070. Crankcase… | ||
| scan0179 | Modification of a Fulcrum Pin Housing casting, with reference to attached blueprints. | ||
| View original record | The existing Fulcrum Pin Housing F.1836 has been modified by altn 162/RG to enable the same casting to be used to make HG.616. Also attached are blue prints of PL.67, LOP and sbheme. Rm/HH. | ||
| scan0180 | Specification of new features to be incorporated on the L.H. Silver Phantom model. | ||
| View original record | To Ev. from Rm/FJH. c. to EV/HH. c. to Rm/FD. SPECIFICATION OF L.H. SILVER PHANTOM. We give below the new features which we wish to incorporate on 31 G V11. (1) latest front engine mounting which you… | ||
| scan0181 | Design notes regarding brake servo modifications, a new petrol tank, and chassis production features. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/FJH.9/JMc.13.5.40. to send you particulars of this, but it will amount to the addition of limited sponge either between the brake pedal and the servo or between the servo and the rear brake… | ||
| scan0182 | Specification of new features for the L.H. Silver Phantom model. | ||
| View original record | To Ev. from Rm/FJH. c. to EV/HH. c. to Rm/FD. SPECIFICATION OF L.H. SILVER PHANTOM. We give below the new features which we wish to incorporate on 31 G V11. (1) latest front engine mounting which you… | ||
| scan0183 | Chassis modifications, including the brake system and a new petrol tank design. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/FJH.9/JMc.13.5.40. to send you particulars of this, but it will amount to the addition of limited sponge either between the brake pedal and the servo or between the servo and the rear brake… | ||
| scan0184 | Secret memo detailing outstanding design work required for the Left Hand Silver Phantom 31.G.VII chassis. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. loub To Rm. from Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Rm/HH. c. to Ev/ID. FJH (handwritten signature) Ev.2/JH.14.5.40. Left Hand Silver Phantom 31.G.VII. Although the design work on the above chassis was… | ||
| scan0185 | Continued list of modifications for various vehicle components and their status. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. (5) Gas-tight seal on dash for column. (6) Lightened and cheapened petrol tank. (7) Bumpers - awaiting Wilmot-Breeden). (8) Modified radiator mounting and yoke - in hand. Ev. | ||
| scan0186 | Conference to finalise the left-hand car specification and discuss the Nippletto specification. | ||
| View original record | MV. from MR. c. EV/HH. c. HPS/HH. c. Ps/VJH. c. Rs/CTS. 15046 D2P/8 EB.25/H.14.5.40. LEFT HAND PHANTOM SPECIFICATION. A conference will be held on Saturday morning next, at 10 a.m. to finalise the… | ||
| scan0187 | Secret memo detailing the status of outstanding design work on the Left Hand Silver Phantom chassis 31.G.VII. | ||
| View original record | 104b SECRET. To Rm. from Ev: c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Rm/HH. c. to Ev/JD. Ev.2/JH.14.5.40. Left Hand Silver Phantom 31.G.VII. Although the design work on the above chassis was once almost complete, due to… | ||
| scan0188 | Continued list of modifications regarding a gas-tight seal, petrol tank, bumpers, and radiator mounting. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. (5) Gas-tight seal on dash for column. (6) Lightened and cheapened petrol tank. (7) Bumpers - awaiting Wilmot-Breeden). (8) Modified radiator mounting and yoke - in hand. | ||
| scan0189 | Recommendation to use the petrol filler cap from model 8.B.V. | ||
| View original record | Ev. from Rm. Rm.4/ML.14.5.40. PETROL TANK FILLERS. Whilst we are endeavouring to obtain a satisfactory proprietary type petrol filler I recommend that we use the cap as fitted to 8.B.V. Rm. | ||
| scan0190 | Blueprints for the LH Silver Phantom frame and chassis, with instructions to hold up on engine mounting brackets. | ||
| View original record | To Rm c to Ev. file 1026 Rm/HH1/14.5.40. LH. SILVER PHANTOM Frame and Fittings- ac. 7000. Please receive herewith 3 blueprints of the following:- RF.1028. Assembly of Frame. Please instruct for the… | ||
| scan0191 | Blueprints for a simplified starting handle bearing support bracket and front apron for the L.H. Silver Phantom. | ||
| View original record | file londo Rm/HH/2/14.5.40. To Rm LH. SILVER PHANTOM. Frame and Fittings-Sec.7000. Front Apron -Sec.7006. Simplified Starting Handle Bearing Support Bracket to SOD. 1331, with Front Apron to VD.307… | ||
| scan0192 | Modifications for the positive earth to battery on a L.H. Silver Phantom 31.G.VII. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/HH. from Ev. c. to Rm. c. to Rm/RC. 102b Ev.4/JH.14.5.40. re L.H. Silver Phantom 31.G.VII. Positive earth to battery. [Signature: Rm] We attach herewith a copy of Rm/RC.9/JS.29.4.40. which we… | ||
| scan0193 | Instructions for LOP's (List of Parts/Operations) related to the Dynamo, Bearings, and Ignition for the L.H. Silver Phantom chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. [Handwritten: 1046 file] Rm/HH.14/JH.16.5.40. L.H. Silver Phantom. The following LOP's are to/be instructed up for use on the above chassis. Section 8070 Dynamo Armature LOP.DB.2625 Section… | ||
| scan0194 | Parts and wiring instructions for a Left Hand Silver Phantom chassis. | ||
| View original record | file 1026 To Rm. G. to W. Rm/HH.18/JH.16.5.40. Left Hand Silver Phantom. The following LOP's are to be instructed up for the above chassis. Section 8050 Horn Switch LOP. DW.517. Section 8060 Automatic… | ||
| scan0195 | Listing parts and instructions for the Left Hand Silver Phantom chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. Rm/HH.15/JH.16.5.40. Left Hand Silver Phantom The following LOP's are to be instructed up for use on the above chassis. Section 8140 Ignition Coil 2 Lucas Sports Coils to RD.877. Section 8160… | ||
| scan0196 | Blueprints for frame side member drilling on a Left Hand Silver Phantom chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c.c. to Ev. 1026. file Rm/HH.1/JH.16.5.40. Left Hand Silver Phantom. Frames & Fittings Sec. 7000. Please receive herewith 2 blue prints of each of the following :- RF.1085 Frame Side Member… | ||
| scan0197 | Notification of a new radiator part for the L.H. Silver Phantom, replacing part EW.1943. | ||
| View original record | File 1026 To Rm. c. to EV. Rm/HH.1/17/5/40 L.H. Silver Phantom. Section 5250. Radiator. Please recieve herewith 2 blue prints of the following new part:- RE.1008. Back Plate & Rest Angle. 1 off. This… | ||
| scan0198 | Alteration to drawing RF1024 for a left-hand front gusset stay on a L.H. Silver Phantom. | ||
| View original record | TO RM 1026 172 RF 20-5-40 L.H. SILVER PHANTOM SEC: 7000 RF1024 FRONT GUSSET STAY - L.H. ALTERATION DRAWING MODIFIED & REDRAWN TO SHOW CUT AWAY IN GUSSET REASON IN ACCORDANCE WITH PL.98. H Armstrong… | ||
| scan0199 | Alteration note for a drawing modification of a left-hand front gusset stay for a Silver Phantom. | ||
| View original record | TO RM 172 RF 20-5-40 L.H. SILVER PHANTOM SEC: 7000 RF1024 FRONT GUSSET STAY - L.H. ALTERATION DRAWING MODIFIED & REDRAWN TO SHOW CUT AWAY IN GUSSET REASON IN ACCORDANCE WITH PL.98. H Armstrong | ||
| scan0200 | Alteration to the 2nd 'X' member assembly on the L.H. Silver Phantom frame. | ||
| View original record | TO RM. 171 KF 102/6 20.5.40. L.H. SILVER PHANTOM FRAME & FITTINGS SEC 7000. RF 1098 - ASSEMBLY OF 2ND. 'X' MEMBER. ALTERATION FOLLOWING NOTE ADDED TO 2ND. CROSS MEMBER "2ND. CROSSMEMBER RF1098" REASON… | ||
| scan0201 | Minutes of a conference discussing the status of detail drawings for the Left-Hand Silver Phantom. | ||
| View original record | EV. Rm/FJH. Rm/CTP. Rm/IUL. JNY. RH/RC/CP. file Rm.11/ML.20.5.40. MINUTES OF CONFERENCE HELD ON SATURDAY MARCH 16th. at 10 p.m. LEFT-HAND SILVER PHANTOM. POSITION OF DETAIL DRAWINGS NOT YET ISSUED.… | ||
| scan0202 | Progress report and notes on various vehicle components and assemblies. | ||
| View original record | * 2 * Rm.II/ML.20.5.40. Cont'd. Spring Suspension Mechanism. (Continued.) It was agreed that the reduced out of centre point yokes would be fitted on this car. These are fully instructed and are… | ||
| scan0203 | Minutes of a conference concerning the Left-Hand Silver Phantom and the position of its detail drawings. | ||
| View original record | FJH. CTS. HH. JHF. RC/CP. spare Rm.11/ML.20.5.40. MINUTES OF CONFERENCE HELD ON SATURDAY MARCH 18th. at 10 p.m. LEFT-HAND SILVER PHANTOM. POSITION OF DETAIL DRAWINGS NOT YET ISSUED. Water Connections.… | ||
| scan0204 | Progress report detailing updates on various car components and assemblies. | ||
| View original record | * 2 * Cont'd. Rm.II/ML.20.5.40. Spring Suspension Mechanism. (Continued.) It was agreed that the reduced out of centre point yokes would be fitted on this car. These are fully instructed and are… | ||
| scan0205 | Parts list and instructions for the L.H. Silver Phantom petrol tank, pipes, and fittings. | ||
| View original record | Rm. from Rm/HH C.Ev. 104b COPY Rm/HH.1/23.5.40. The particulars given on this memo have not been issued. L.H. SILVER PHANTOM. Frame and Fittings. Sec.7000. Petrol Tank. Sec.7080. Petrol Pipes &… | ||
| scan0206 | Distributing specifications for the experimental Left Hand Silver Phantom model 31.G.VII. | ||
| View original record | 1046 To Rm/HH. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Ev/JD. Ev.6/JH.26.6.40. re Specification Left Hand Silver Phantom Experimental Model 31.G.VII. PL.258. Attached herewith are 3 copies of the specification for the… | ||
| scan0207 | Distributing copies of the specification for the Left Hand Silver Phantom Development Model. | ||
| View original record | 104b To Rm/HH. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to EV/JD. Ev.4/JH.26.6.40. re Specification Left Hand Silver Phantom. Development Model. Attached herewith are 3 copies of specification for the Left Hand Silver… | ||
| scan0208 | Confirming the sending of a theoretical wiring diagram for the L H Silver Phantom. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. Copy Ev. 1046 C. L. SP Rm/HH/2/27/6/40. THE PARTICULARS ON THIS MEMO HAVE NOT BEEN CHECKED OR ISSUED. L H SILVER PHANTOM. We send you herewith blue prints of the following drawing:- RD.1232.… | ||
| scan0209 | Modifications to the hand throttle, steering column, and dashboard for column gear change on L.H. Senior Range vehicles. | ||
| View original record | Rm. from Rm/HH. 1046 Rm/HH.7/JMS.9.7.40. Particulars given on this memo have not been issued. L.H. SENIOR RANGE. PL.204. Modified Hand Throttle Control to suit Column Gear Change. PL.230. Steering… | ||
| scan0210 | Clarifying the suitability of part L.O.P. - RP.1044 for chassis with different gear change types. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/HH.7/JMS.9.7.40. compiled, and is for use with chassis fitted with the column gear change. The existing L.O.P. - RP.1044 is still suitable for chassis with the side gear change. Rm/HH | ||
| scan0211 | Instruction memo listing parts for Left Hand Silver Phantom floorboards and fittings. | ||
| View original record | Rm. from Rm/HH. c. Ev. 104b Rm/HH.9/JMS.15.7.40. Not issued. Left Hand Silver Phantom. Floorboards and Fittings. Sec. 7131. PL.100. Please receive herewith a blue print of the following: RE.584… | ||
| scan0212 | Telegraph from Royce requesting valve caps for a Bugatti to be sent by express post. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAPHS N.B.—This Form must accompany any inquiry respecting this Telegram. Office of Origin: Dover Stamp: DERBY C * 16 JY 10 Received here at: 7/10 TO: Roycar Derby Please send by… | ||
| scan0213 | Outstanding experiment for Mr. Platford concerning a carburetter for a Bugatti car engine. | ||
| View original record | To EP. from St. S t60/DB8816. August 8th, 1916. RE OUTSTANDING EXPERIMENTS AWAITING MR PLATFORD. X. NO. TITLE. SINCE. REMARKS. X.2266B. Claudel-Hobson carburetter 20 m/m for Bugatti car engine.… | ||
| scan0214 | Testing and issues with a Claudel carburetter on a Bugatti engine. | ||
| View original record | To EP. from R. c. to J. c. to Wor. for EH. 2/8/16 COPY. R1/W29716. 31/7/16. RE CLAUDEL FOR BUGATTI. With reference to the carburetter for the Bugatti, will you kindly arrange for this to be carefully… | ||
| scan0215 | 20mm Claudel Hobson carburetter for a Bugatti car engine. | ||
| View original record | BUGATTI CAR ENGINE. X.2266B. CLAUDEL HOBSON CARBURETTER - 20 mm. C O M P L E T E D. Sept, 20th 1916. {7.C. | ||
| scan0216 | Copy of a wire from Mr. Royce discussing various engine component issues, supplies, and tests. | ||
| View original record | COPY OF WIRE RECEIVED FROM MR ROYCE 7/7/16. RE BUGATTI CAPS SEE MEMO ELLIOTT WORMALD JULY 4th. RE ZENITH WILL NADIN AND HIVES SEE THAT SUITABLE AND SAFE INTAKE IS ARRANGED. WE HAVE NOT SUFFICIENT… | ||
| scan0217 | Telegram requesting information to compare Zenith and Claudel carburetors for a Bugatti car. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAPHS. Office of Origin: Dover St Margaret's at Cliffe Handed in at 10-5 .M. Received here at [Office Stamp: DERBY 23 JY 16] CONFIRMATION RECEIVED 114476 TO Roycar Derby RE X.2266 -… | ||
| scan0218 | Telegram about the performance and condition of a 'clandel' part received for a Bugatti. | ||
| View original record | N.B.—This Form must accompany any inquiry respecting this Telegram. POST OFFICE TELEGRAPHS. EYRE & SPOTTISWOODE, Ltd., Ld. If the Receiver of an Inland Telegram doubts its accuracy, he may have it… | ||
| scan0219 | Delay to an experiment due to waiting for a 20 m/m carburetter from Claudel-Hobson's. | ||
| View original record | EP to St. EP/T19/F9816. Re Outstanding Experiment. --------------------- With reference to your St60/DB8816, we are waiting for the 20 m/m. carburetter from Claudel-Hobson's for this job. The… | ||
| scan0220 | The 'Z' Type and Claudel-Hobson carburetters for Mr. Royce's Bugatti car. | ||
| View original record | EP to St. EP/T49/F26716. Re "Z" Type Carburetter for Bugatti Car. [Stamped: EX. JUL 26 1916 RECEIVED] With reference to telephone conversation this afternoon, I should be glad if you could add on to… | ||
| scan0221 | Copy of a wire from Mr. Royce regarding a choice between Zenith and Claudel carburetors. | ||
| View original record | COPY OF WIRE RECEIVED FROM MR ROYCE 26/7/16. TO ROYCAR DERBY. WE ARE AWAITING FOR INFORMATION TO ENABLE US TO CHOOSE BETWEEN ZENITH AND CLAUDEL. IS THERE A DISTINCT DIFFERENCE IN DISTRIBUTION. ANGLE… | ||
| scan0222 | Request for particulars on an unsupercharged Bugatti entered for the Ulster R.T. race. | ||
| View original record | X1048 SLEATOR. FRANCOBRIT, PARIS, FRANCE. 4.6.35. LET Rm. HAVE PARTICULARS OF 3200 UNSUPERCHARGED BUGATTI ENTERED FOR ULSTER R.T. HIVES. | ||
| scan0223 | Letter to Mr Hives regarding the fitting of a Claudel-Hobson carburetter onto a Bugatti. | ||
| View original record | COPY. St. Margaret's, July 4th, 1916. To Mr Hives from E. RE CLAUDEL-HOBSON CARBURETTER ON BUGATTI. Please find attached a LeC. drawing showing the necessary particulars of the Bugatti for fitting a… | ||