Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| img001 | Recommendations for modifications to the water pump, exhaust, fan, steering, and radiator on the Goshawk 11. | ||
| View original record | ORIGINAL To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to E. c. to Da. c. to EY. c. to EF. c. to Wor. X4219 GOSHAWK 11. WATER PUMP. We have had a case of the rotor becoming unscrewed on the spindle. We consider that… | ||
| img002 | Failures observed during a 48-hour bump test of the Goshawk chassis's rear suspension. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to R. c. to BX. c. to BY. c. to KP. c. to SF. c. to Wor. ORIGINAL. Hs2/LMS.11.21. GOSHAWK 11. BUMP TEST. X4219 X4262 We have now bumped the rear of the Goshawk chassis for… | ||
| img003 | Bump test for the Goshawk 11, detailing failures of rear spring brackets and another rear spring. | ||
| View original record | R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to E. c. to Da. c. to BY. c. to EP. c. to Wor. ORIGINAL Hsl/LG17.11.2.1 BUMP TEST ON GOSHAWK 11. X4219 X4262 We have now broken altogether four brackets which hold the front… | ||
| img004 | Urgent request for new designs for the Goshawk II car following part failures during bump testing, and for a new chassis for Mr. Royce. | ||
| View original record | pt GOSHAWK 'I' CAR FOR R' ORIGINAL. To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to R. c. to Dn. c. to BY. c. to Wor. c. to EP. c. to Hy. Hs2/LG17.11.21. X4219 GOSHAWK II. Designs urgently required. On the Bump Test… | ||
| img005 | Supply and cost of condensers for the 40/50 chassis, comparing in-house production with an external supplier. | ||
| View original record | To R. from EFC. c. to CJ. c. to Wd. ORIGINAL EFC5/T24.11.21. X.2512 - CONDENSERS FOR 40/50 CHASSIS. Answering the first paragraph of your R9/C21.11.21, arrangements for the supply of condensers from… | ||
| img006 | Goshawk II bump test failure, specifically a broken front axle. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to Da. c. to BY. c. to E. c. to RP. c. to Wor. ORIGINAL. Rel/LG26.11.31. GOSHAWK II. - BUMP TEST. X4219 X4263 We have put another frame on the bump test and are bumping the… | ||
| img007 | Telegram confirmation regarding an investigation into engine roar caused by pressure. | ||
| View original record | ORIGINAL CONFIRMATION OF TELEGRAM TELEPHONED TO CHICHESTER. RECEIVED ds 4238 x4227 ROYCAR DERBY. 3. 4th November, 1921. HIVES CONCLUDE ROAR CAUSED BY PRESSURE REMAINING AT MOMENT INLET OPENS TRY… | ||
| img008 | Goshawk 11 bump test failure where the front axle broke, requesting urgent modifications. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. ORIGINAL. c. to CJ. c. to Da. c. to BY. c. to E. c. to EP. c. to Wor. GOSHAWK 11. - BUMP TEST. XC219 XU263 We have put another frame on the bump test and are bumping the front of the… | ||
| img009 | Magneto drive for the 'Goshawk II' engine, detailing fitting instructions and proposed modifications. | ||
| View original record | From this memo the mag was originally (as on 40/50) an optional extra ORIGINAL To P.A. From E. e.g for India ref Kirby's letter & H's Copy to G.L. (crossed out) 05/11/21 E1/G5/11/21. 2. H.S./X3550 RE… | ||
| img010 | Sourcing and production of electrical equipment for the 'Goshawk II', including delays and material choices for the starter motor. | ||
| View original record | To EFC. from R. Copy to CJ. " " WOR. " " WD. " " HS. " " BY. 3 ORIGINAL RECEIVED R14/G9/11/21. X 4338. RE ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT FOR "GOSHAWK II". I am in hopes that before "Goshawks" are ready for… | ||
| img011 | Construction of commutators, specifically the insulation between plates. | ||
| View original record | To EFC. from R. -2- R14/G9/11/21 Contd. of forcing the erection rings over the commutator plates. Mr. Hives informs me that there has been an attempt to force the bakelite between the plates, but… | ||
| img012 | Index of topics relating to a visit concerning the 'Goshawk II' and '40/50 HP Chassis'. | ||
| View original record | To BY. From R. Copy to J.B. " " GR. " " HS. " " RA. " " HY. ORIGINAL. RECEIVED F.O. NOV 11 1921 RE VISIT OF MR. HIVES TO WEST WITTERING WITH 'GOHAWK II', MONDAY, 7th NOV.1921. ITEM. TITLE. PAGE.… | ||
| img013 | Visit by Mr. Hives to West Wittering regarding issues with the 'Goshawk II' vehicle. | ||
| View original record | To From R. Copy to Col " HS. " BA. " SE. " HV. RE VISIT OF MR. HIVES TO WEST WITTERING WITH "GOSHAWK II" MONDAY, 7th NOVEMBER, 1921. "GOSHAWK II". (1) REAR AXLE OIL LEAK. There is an oil leak from the… | ||
| img014 | Goshawk engine support, vibration, roar, and battery ignition. | ||
| View original record | To BY. from R. -2- (5) FRONT ENGINE SUPPORT. This shews the wisdom of not attempting to hold the frame by the engine, greater strength and rigidity would do harm. We must have more elasticity or… | ||
| img015 | Improvements and issues related to ignition, cylinder block, and oiling systems. | ||
| View original record | To BY. from R. -3- sloppy control of the ignition when the engine is not running or running very slowly; a reason why we made our ignition pattern we adopted. A slight improvement may be made in our… | ||
| img016 | Proposed modifications and observations on vehicle components including axles, brakes, and thermostats. | ||
| View original record | To BY. from R. -4- R7/09/11/21 Contd. (1) Cancel oil grooves in intermediate bearings and big ends (2) Remove oil pipes from intermediate bearings. (3) Fit baffles in crankcase. (4) Piston pins should… | ||
| img017 | Technical memo discussing ball bearings, valve assemblies, springs, induction pipes, and gearbox experiments. | ||
| View original record | To EY. from R. -5- R7/G9/11/21 Contd. (19) NEW DEPARTURE BALL BEARINGS. A New Departure bearing should be tried for thrust purposes on the "Goshawk" axle and for the clutch. Mr. Hives reports that… | ||
| img018 | Faults and proposed improvements to the gearbox, tool kit, carburettor system, and exhaust throttle. | ||
| View original record | To BY. from EA. -6- R7/09/11/21 Contd. I believe most of the gear box noises are caused by over-tight ball bearings. 40/50 H.P. CHASSIS. (xxxxxxxxxxxxxx) (25)TOOL KIT. (second fault) In removing one… | ||
| img019 | Successful running of the Goshawk II first chassis and planned improvements for production. | ||
| View original record | To H.S. from R. Copy to C.C. W.C.R. ORIGINAL R1/G9/11/21 2 X4219 RE "GOSHAWK II". I was very pleased with the running of "Goshawk II" and think there is probably nothing very serious the matter with… | ||
| img020 | Drawing Lec.1484 for modifications to fix an over-oiling issue on the Goshawk II engine. | ||
| View original record | To DA. from E. Copy to Sd. " RS. " HY. ORIGINAL 3 E5/G10/11/21. ? X4224 X4235 RE 'GOSHAWK II' OVER-OILING. We send you herewith drawing No.Lec.1484 showing the baffle or oil splasher improved. This… | ||
| img021 | Proposing a road test for the 'Goshawk II' between an unnamed location and Derby. | ||
| View original record | [Stamp: RECEIVED NOV 1921] [Handwritten faint scribble above 'ORIGINAL'] [Stamp: ORIGINAL] To HS. from [text struck through] Copy to Ed. WOR. [text struck through] [Handwritten: X4219] [Handwritten:… | ||
| img022 | From 'R.' to 'H.S.' requesting a revised list of alterations for the 'Goshawk II' project. | ||
| View original record | To HS. from R. Copy to C.L. ORIGINAL. R1/G16/11/21. RE "GOSHAWK II". x4219 Be sure and let us have revised list of the alterations that you consider necessary on "Goshawk II" which have not been dealt… | ||
| img023 | Dynamos for the 'Goshawk II', comparing their own development against competitors Lucas S.F. and C.A.V. | ||
| View original record | To EFC. from R. Copy to C.J. " " WOR. " " HS. RECEIVED DEC 18 1921 ORIGINAL. R11/G16/11/21. X.4359. RE DYNAMOS FOR "GOSHAWK II". X.4383, With reference to your memo EFC2/T11/11/21, I should like to… | ||
| img024 | Status of electrical work and material sourcing for the 'Goshawk II' project. | ||
| View original record | To WOH. from R. Copy to CI. HS. EPC. BY. MOR. FOR Mr.Coverley, Mr.Brock. ORIGINAL R15/G21/11/21. X.4338. RE "GOSHAWK II" (See also R3/G21/11/21, R9/G21/11/21) X.4383 With regard to the position of the… | ||
| img025 | Invisible lamp wiring, Klaxon horn placement, and switch arrangements for the Goshawk II and 40/50 HP models. | ||
| View original record | FWB. To ... from H. Copy to C.K. SA. BP. HS. Handwritten: Ref SA to his Walls X. 4075 X. 1357 RE INVISIBLE WIRING ON LAMPS. (CXI/CM23/11/21.) Xa219 The arrangement we at present make lies between the… | ||
| img026 | Product strategy, the pitfalls of fitting novelties like front-wheel brakes, competitor analysis, and the 'Goshawk II' project. | ||
| View original record | To C.J. from R. -2- "Goshawk II" full particulars of the equipment, which I hope S.A. will consider quite satisfactorily up-to-date. S.A. will remember that it would be quite unwise for any firm with… | ||
| img027 | Confirmation of a telegram regarding the rearrangement of a battery ignition condenser. | ||
| View original record | CLK FROM E et. J [crossed out] X4430 ORIGINAL E 2 / 281121 BATTERY IGNITION CONDENSER CONFIRMATION OF TELEGRAM SENT 281121 CLARK WE ARE REARRANGING IGNITION TOWER FOR A FOLDED PAPER CONDENSER FLAT TWO… | ||