Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| Scan001 | Meeting minutes discussing a customer's steering failure due to neglect and proposed actions. | ||
| View original record | 71st Meeting Nov. 7. 11. Re Mrs. Nicholl's Car. x953 Mr. Nadin read an extract from a letter re Mrs. Nicholls' Car:- "This car has been sent in here to have a new cross steering tube fitted owing to… | ||
| Scan002 | Request regarding worn ball joints on the steering connecting rod of Colonel Stewart Mackenzie's car, number 958, and the fitting of new leather covers. | ||
| View original record | x963 N2/L81111 REF 71(viii) Nov. 8th 1911 Re Colonel Stewart Mackenzie: 958. Mr. De Looze 8-11-11 With reference to Mr. Hanbury's report No.229, re the above car, it is stated that the ball joints on… | ||
| Scan003 | Decision not to supply parts free of charge for Colonel Stewart Mackenzie's car. | ||
| View original record | X963 M2/L91111 Ref.71(viii) Nov.9th 1911 Re Colonel Stewart Mackenzie -958 Mr. De Looze 9-11-11 With reference to the attached, you will notice we consider the trouble was due to neglect. We think in… | ||
| Scan004 | Meeting minutes discussing a steering gear failure on Mrs. Nicholls' car, the potential for reoccurrence, and the instruction for a new part design. | ||
| View original record | 77th Meeting Nov. 16. 11. Re Mrs. Nicholls' Car. x953 x653 Mr. Nadin informed the Committee that Mr. Johnson had reported that the reply given with reference to Mrs. Nicholls' car at the 71st meeting… | ||
| Scan005 | Committee discussion regarding steering joint safety and potential design improvements. | ||
| View original record | STEERING (Contd.) (4) The Committee recommended that Mr. Spinney should also be instructed to consider some scheme whereby the present cars being manufactured, and those already on the road could be… | ||
| Scan006 | Departmental memo discussing a potential car fault that could cause a serious accident, referencing an issue on Mrs. Micholls' car. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 348c (100 H) (X 99. 4.8.11). E.P. 9457 Handwritten (top): x 963 71st meeting Handwritten (top): Rhonda DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. Issued: November 2nd.1911 This column is for Name of Person addressed.… | ||
| Scan007 | Extract from a memo regarding a steering tube replacement due to a stripped thread caused by a loose lock nut and neglect. | ||
| View original record | x.653 Extract from memo' Al/AH/lllll re Mrs. Nicholls' car for enclos- - ure to Mr. Nadin. Nov. 2nd.1911. X 653 This car has been in here to have a new cross steering tube fitted owing to the thread… | ||
| Scan008 | Extract from a note regarding an accident with a steering pivot, discussed at the 96th Technical Committee meeting. | ||
| View original record | X963 Extract from Mr Johnson's note CJ14/C211211. Mr Barrington 21/12/11. Technical Committee - 96th Meeting Approved, subject to the following :- (A) With reference to 96 (1) Re accident occuring to… | ||
| Scan009 | Instruction seeking an opinion on a new method for locking the steering tube lock nut. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 300 6 B (W. 544. 45-5-11) G. 1093 10th Meeting X583 F ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. To: Mr Barrington for T.C. Date: 27. 12. 1911 Order No.: Customer's No.: X653 Re: 77(1) Mitchells &… | ||
| Scan010 | Departmental memo discussing weaknesses in steering gear and proposing a new straining test for all steering parts. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 475 (50 H) IX 547. 23.1.12) E.P. 1078 ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 813 (Two Lines). Steering DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. 112th meeting This column… | ||
| Scan011 | Departmental memo discussing the testing of steering components and proposing a special connecting tube with an overload spring. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 475 (50 H) (X 547. 23.1.12) E.P. 1078 ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 813 (Two Lines). DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. This column is for Name of Person… | ||
| Scan012 | Proposing a scheme to test the steering gear on every chassis. | ||
| View original record | REP. 112(1) Re Steering Gear TBB6/L1412. x963 Mr Spinney 1.4.12. Will you kindly get out a scheme for testing the steering gear of every chassis. The scheme suggested is that the hand wheel should be… | ||
| Scan013 | Proposed testing procedures for steering gear components. | ||
| View original record | Mr Wormald. Le Canadel 12th April 1912. C.J. and Technical Committee. Re test of steering gears (completed) X963 4609 In testing to find if the various parts are good and sound, we will remember first… | ||
| Scan014 | Proposal for a simple and inexpensive method for testing the steering gear assembly using levers, ropes, and weights. | ||
| View original record | (2) must be borne in mind that all excessive testing of parts that are to be put into use is very dangerous for reasons often pointed out by me. After these tests I think nothing need be done until… | ||
| Scan015 | By F.H. Royce discussing the testing of forgings and steering gear to develop a lighter, stronger chassis. | ||
| View original record | (3) system of testing forgings which may be adopted by us if found to be of any utility. It can be performed during the heat treatment, and consists of examination by a responsible inspector of the… | ||
| Scan016 | Mr Royce's suggestion for a new apparatus to stress-test steering gear levers. | ||
| View original record | x963 Re tests of Steering Gear. TBB7/L18412. Mr Spinney. 18.4.12. Will you please give the follow- ing matter your attention.- Mr Royce suggests that we should make an apparatus that would enable the… | ||
| Scan017 | Outlining a scheme for testing complete steering gear. | ||
| View original record | Y967 Re tests of steering gear. TBB8/L18412. Mr Spinney 18.4.12. "Will you please get out a scheme for testing complete steering gear, roughly as follows :- The tests will be made in the reverse… | ||
| Scan018 | Procedure for stress testing steering gear using a system of ropes and weights. | ||
| View original record | -2- Mr Spinney 18.4.12. arranged on the ends of these ropes in such a way that if the steering wheel be turned in one direction one weight will be lifted and if turned in the other then the other… | ||
| Scan019 | To Mr Royce requesting inspection and criticism of a special locking arrangement for steering ball sockets for potential standardization. | ||
| View original record | X963 X653 Re special Locking arrangement for Steering Ball Sockets. TEB12/L26712. Mr Royce 26.7.12. A special locking arrangement for steering ball sockets was got out sometime ago and this is fitted… | ||
| Scan020 | Inspection report regarding an accident to chassis 935, focusing on the steering components and springs. | ||
| View original record | Re accident to chassis 935 (Neilson) TBB6/L12912. Mr Wormald 12.9.12. I have inspected the various parts of the above chassis and am of the opinion that it is quite impossible for either steering rod… | ||
| Scan021 | Analysis of vehicle failure, speculating on the cause of a broken spring and axle movement following a potential collision. | ||
| View original record | -2- would allow the axle to move backward a considerable amount and entirely upset the steering. That the axle did actually move backward in this way is proved by the fact that the near side U. bolts… | ||
| Scan022 | Statement on the difficulties of conducting an accident inspection if the vehicle has been dismantled. | ||
| View original record | -3- I am sorry that I cannot give you a fuller report but you will understand the difficulties of finding the cause of an accident are enormously increased if the parts are dismantled or in fact the… | ||
| Scan023 | Internal query and response regarding steering stiffness on trials cars. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 647 (100 M.) (L.L. 161. -7-5-13.) B. & H. 134. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, 14 & 15, CONDUIT STREET, LONDON, W. TELEPHONES: 1654, 1655, 1656 (GERRARD) TELEGRAMS: "ROLHEAD," REG., LONDON. Handwritten… | ||
| Scan024 | Instructions regarding stiffness of steering and the suitability of certain oils for the pivots. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 6 (300 H) (PP 658-2-13/H. ROLLS-ROYCE, LIMITED. Y963 INSTRUCTIONS. To... Mr Wormald ....................................................1913 Order No........................... Customer's No....… | ||
| Scan025 | Instruction sheet regarding an issue with a car's stiffness. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 6 (300 H) (PP 658-28-2-13/H. ROLLS-ROYCE, LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. .......................191 To....................................... Order No.................... Customer's No...................… | ||
| Scan026 | Instructions regarding a complaint of steering becoming stiff after continuous running. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 238 (24 B) (PP. 119. 11.11.12) E.P. 2936. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. x963 June 21st 1913 To: Mr Wormald. Order No. Customer's No. x587 With reference to Mr Northey's complaint regarding… | ||
| Scan027 | Instructions clarifying the correct lubrication procedure for the pivot bushes, addressing a common misunderstanding. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 258 (24 B) (PP. 119. 11.11.12) E.P. 2936. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. 19 To Order No. Customer's No. 2 a question of lubrication of the bottom & top pivot bushes. We find among chauffeurs… | ||
| Scan028 | Instruction note regarding insufficient lubrication of bottom bushes on 'Trials cars' and the need for an experiment to investigate the resulting stiffness. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 238 (24 sh) (PP. 119. 11.11.12) E.P. 2936. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. To Order No. Customer's No. 3 19 the lubricant into the bottom bush. We merely mention this as a suggestion as… | ||
| Scan029 | Stiff steering on trials cars, attributing the issue to improper lubrication of the steering pivots. | ||
| View original record | Ny9/DT19613. Ny. WOR/CP4/T23613. June 23rd, 1913. With reference to the steering becoming stiff after running 40 or 50 miles on trials cars - We are familiar with this particular fault, which is in… | ||
| Scan030 | Departmental memo addressed to Mr. Mercer, forwarding correspondence from Mr. Northey and requesting an experiment be conducted. | ||
| View original record | R.R 475 (100 H) (PP835 8.4.13) E.P. 1962. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (Four Lines). Enclosure DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. This column is for Name… | ||
| Scan031 | Cover letter regarding a memo on the steering mechanism, requesting experimentation and a report. | ||
| View original record | Wor/SM2/L24613. Y963 Re Steering Mechanism. - K.587 Hy We attach herewith copy of a memo we 24/6/13.have received from Mr Northey, together with a copy of Mr Wormald's reply to same. We shall be glad… | ||
| Scan032 | Series of reports on steering mechanism stiffness, steering wobbles, and frame tests. | ||
| View original record | KH Extract from Wor/thy/21/L22913 X.587 - Steering Mechanism, stiffness after a run of an hour or so. This appears to be due to the bottom bearing of the pivot pin being short of lubricant and… | ||
| Scan033 | Investigation into steering stiffness on Trials cars after a short run, with opinions from the Repair Department. | ||
| View original record | Wor/EM4/L41013 X963 Re Steering Mechanism. - Stiffness after short run. X.587 J. 4-10-13. R. PN. On 19/6/13 Mr Northey complained that the steering of our Trials cars became extremely stiff after… | ||
| Scan034 | Internal report on a steering lubrication issue and a proposed solution using a bronze bush. | ||
| View original record | Wor/EM4/L41013. -2- the steering has freed itself and therefore they consider that it is simply a question of lubrication of the bottom and top pivot bushes. This they state is exaggerated on many… | ||
| Scan035 | Potential improvements to steering components, focusing on lubrication and material changes. | ||
| View original record | COPY. X963 X584 R2/P 28.10.13. To Da. from R. Copy to Wor. Copy to J. COPY. With reference to steering stiffeners and the galling of the bottom bush, we can try some in bronze to see whether they… | ||
| Scan036 | Description of the steering gear, including details on the steering tube, joints, column, and wheel operation. | ||
| View original record | STEERING GEAR. Extract from WGH/By/L24-1113 A straight side Steering Tube is fitted of 1" diameter. A knuckle universal joint is used at the rear end of the steering tube and a ball joint at the front… | ||
| Scan037 | Proposal to use 3½% Nickel Steel for Steering Tubes on the 2900 and 3000 series. | ||
| View original record | X9684 re Nickel Steel Tubing for Steering Tubes. J. for R. 3.12.13. Da2/G31213. With reference to your request that we should try to obtain Steering Tubes in some better material, we have succeeded in… | ||
| Scan038 | The bumping test of a steering gear, discussing a breakage and suggesting further tests. | ||
| View original record | To Wor. from R. Copy to Da. Copy to J. Copy to Na. Hy17614 R5/P 11. 6. 14. COPY. With reference to the bumping test of the complete steering gear, this test was in accordance with an instruction at… | ||
| Scan039 | From F.H.R. requesting Mr. Day to improve a piece on current cars and new chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Wor. from R. 2. R5/P 11. 6. 14. Any way we are asking Mr. Day to improve the existing piece on current cars, as well as make the improvement in the new chassis. F.H.R. R.R. 238A (160 H) (W.W. 31S.… | ||
| Scan040 | Complete stripping and examination of severely damaged cars for flaws. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (150 H) (W.W. 438. 17-6-14) G. 0636. COPY. RL/P 3. 7. 14. To J. from R. [Handwritten:] Hy/10/7/14 With reference to the cars that have been severely knocked about, such as Radley's car,… | ||
| Scan041 | The examination of the steering gear of chassis 2301 after prolonged use in France. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 255a (150 H) (W.W. 438. 17-6-14) G. 0020. From Exp. Dept: Copies to:- J: R: Ma. Da. Wor/Hy7/Bl0714. July 10th. 1914. Report on examination of the steering gear of chassis 2301 after prolonged use… | ||
| Scan042 | Slow speed steering wobble for Chassis No. 7-CA and a proposed modification. | ||
| View original record | H.W. 538 A (400 T) S.C. 538. 15-2-16 G. 1546. To J. from R. c. to EH. c. to Wor. c. to EP. c. to BY. c. to Na. R14/W9916. September 1916. 9th. Re Chassis No. 7-CA. X.963 Steering. (Extract) There was… | ||
| Scan043 | Front axle steering wobble and shock damper adjustments for a post-war chassis. | ||
| View original record | X.963 Contd. X.2565. Post-War Chassis -7- R6/W3.10.16. (24) | ||
| Scan044 | CJ to PN discussing road-holding and steering issues with a Trials Landaulette. | ||
| View original record | X.963 From CJ. to PN. COPY. CJ7/D22.1.20. X.3922. TRIALS CAR. X.963 After Christmas time I reported to you that Crawford has remarked that the Trials Landaulette was extremely difficult to keep on the… | ||
| Scan045 | Road handling issues and proposed modifications for a Trials Landaulette car. | ||
| View original record | COPY. X.963 From PN. to CJ. c. to R. c. to Bn. c. to Hs. c. to EP. C.R. PN5/DB23.1.20. X.963 X.3461 X.3612 X.3044 X.3922 London Trials Car. In reply to your memo, attached CJ7/D22.1.20 - it is the… | ||
| Scan046 | Continued page of a report comparing a vehicle condition to other high-speed cars like Lanchester and Lancia. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- own I do not know to what extent I am justified in thining this is a peculiarity of an R-R or whether the condition would be found on all other high speed cars. I shall hope to have more… | ||
| Scan047 | Road-holding and steering difficulties with a Trials Landaulette and another car, questioning the fitment of shock absorbers. | ||
| View original record | R H 235 a (100 T) (S.F 846 6-8-19) G. 2460 COPY. From CJ. to FN. X.3922. Trials Car. After Christmas time I reported to you that Crawford has remarked that the Trials Landaulette was extremely… | ||
| Scan048 | Comparative steering tests on a 40/50 chassis and the fitting of new shock absorbers to a customer's car. | ||
| View original record | X.963 To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to Bn. c. to P. c. to Ds. c. to EP. Hs2/LG2611.20. X.963. - STEERING ON 40/50 CHASSIS. X.1295. X.2628. We are making preparations to carry out comparative tests as… | ||
| Scan049 | Steering difficulties caused by rear spring flexibility and proposing tests. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from R. Copy to CJ. " " Da. " " Bn. " " Ck. X.963 R4/G26.1.20. X.963.RE STEERING. X.2628. X.1295. X.3791. I telegraphed to you this morning saying that I believed the difficulty of steering… | ||
| Scan050 | Proposal to modify steering pivots by fitting fibre washers to add damping friction, accompanied by a diagrammatic sketch of a side steering tube. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- R4/G26.1.20. x.8794a I should like you also to take out the thrust bearings on the top of the steering pivots and fit in fibre washers, so as to give some damping friction to the front… | ||
| Scan051 | Investigation into the cause and remedy for faulty steering on trials car 1-LW. | ||
| View original record | EH. from EP. c. to Bns EP4/F26.1.20. x1295 / x3461 x2628 / x3922 x963 RE. FAULTY STEERING. We have for some time received complaints from the Sales Dept. as regards the faulty steering on their… | ||
| Scan052 | Unstable steering issues, particularly when driving on tram lines, and proposed solutions. | ||
| View original record | -2- We have confirmed further tests on this matter this week-end, with our covered body test car, and Mr. Maddocks reports as follows:- "Car was tried for unstable steering. It is very disconcerting… | ||
| Scan053 | The steering of cars at high speeds, discussing the effects of rear spring flexibility, shock absorbers, and weight distribution. | ||
| View original record | x963 To CJ. from R. Copy to PN. " " SA. " " Bn. " " Hs. " " EP. " " HM. R8/G27.1.20. X.1295. X.2461. X.2628. X.963. RE STEERING OF R.R. CARS AT HIGH SPEEDS. I have sent to the Works one or two… | ||
| Scan054 | Racing car suspension, steering geometry, and methods to prevent wheel wobble. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- R8/G27.1.20. racing car must be extremely stiffly sprung and most uncomfortable to ride in at a slow speed. It must have well damped springs, naturally springs with plenty of friction,… | ||
| Scan055 | Proposed modifications to the rear springs and steering system to improve vehicle stability. | ||
| View original record | R.R 235 a (100) T. (R.F. 846. 6-8-19) G. 2460. Contd. -3- R8/G27.1.20. experience in the Fen country, secondly, the reduction in the lateral flexibility of the rear springs, thirdly, the increased… | ||
| Scan056 | Letter to Maddocks regarding the failure of a shock absorber lever cam and requesting details on the matter. | ||
| View original record | X.963 Expl: Dept: Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby. 28.1.20. X.963. X.3461. X.3647. X.2628. X.1925. Dear Maddocks, I am sending this letter by Enwstle so that you will be sure to get it. I was… | ||
| Scan057 | Continued letter discussing the testing of shock absorbers and rear springs, with instructions for fitting new parts. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- will you please let Entwistle bring others back. It is essential that you get the shock absorber working again on your car. The most important test there is on that car is shock absorber… | ||
| Scan058 | Bump test rig experiments on rear springs in response to steering complaints. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to Bn. c. to E. c. to Da. c. to EP. X.963 Hsl/LG31.1.20. X.2628. X.1985. 1295 X.963. - RE COMPLAINTS OF STEERING ON CARS. We find we are able to carry out some interesting… | ||
| Scan059 | Suspension spring tests comparing different types and their effect on axle movement and road holding. | ||
| View original record | 2 Hsl/LG31.1.20. Contd. together, broke away, This immediately made a very big difference to the amount of side movement shown by the rubbing on the bottom leaf. The total amount of movement without… | ||
| Scan060 | Spring bump tests, detailing issues with violent bouncing at high speeds and difficulties with road testing due to weather. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -3- Hs1/LG31.1.20. It is necessary for us to confirm the results on the bump test because it is noticeable that with the split springs that up to a certain speed they behave very well; it is at… | ||
| Scan061 | Ongoing tests and comparisons between split and solid springs. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235 A (100) T (N.Y.) 846. 6.8.19) G. 2400. X.963 To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to Bn. c. to E. c. to By. c. to EP. c. to Da. Hs3/LG9.2.20. X.2628. - RE SPLIT AND SOLID SPRINGS. X.963. X.1295.… | ||
| Scan062 | Vehicle road and rig testing focusing on issues with steering, suspension, and lateral flexibility. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235 A 100 T (N.F. 846. 6-8-19) G. 2460. Contd. -2- Hs3/LGG.2.20. out over the full range of speed and road conditions. [Handwritten, crossed out: X.3922] We have run a car with split springs and… | ||
| Scan063 | Telegram from Mr. Royce regarding a steering complaint caused by rear spring flexibility. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235 a (100 T) (S.F. 846. 6-8-19) G. 2460. Handwritten: X 963 To Ck. from Bn. Bn4/W12 2. 20. X.2628. - RE REAR SPRINGS. X.963. X.1295. Below please see copy of telegram received from Mr. Royce on… | ||
| Scan064 | Test report on the negative results of adding friction to the 40/50 chassis steering by replacing ball thrust races with fibre washers. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235 a (5-T) (S.G. 80; 8-1-20) G. 2585. X.963. To R. from He. c. to CJ. c. to Bn. c. to E. c. to Da. c. to EP. Hs1/LG16.2.20. X.457. TESTS WITH MORE FRICTION ON 40/50 X.963. CHASSIS STEERING.… | ||
| Scan065 | Steering issues related to frictionless and split springs, and recommending the fitting of rear shock dampers. | ||
| View original record | X.963 To CJ. from R. Copy to Wor. " " Bn. " " EP. " " Hs. " " By. R7/G20.2.20. X. 963. RE STEERING. X.1295. X.2628. X.3461. With reference to Mr. de Salamanca and the cars not steering and holding the… | ||
| Scan066 | Steering performance issues, attributing them to road conditions, tyres, and shock dampers rather than split rear springs. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- R7/G20.2.20. reason for the steering being less satisfactory, but it is only to a small extent. There appear to be other reasons and I understand that the absence of shock dampers, and some… | ||
| Scan067 | Car's performance up to 60 mph, noting split springs and missing spring clips after 3,000 miles. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -3- R7/G20.2.20. a box of petrol at the back, no shock absorbers springs covered with grease, yet the driver, Appleby, said there was no difficulty in steering up to 60 miles per hour, which he… | ||
| Scan068 | Steering and springing tests for the 40/50 chassis, investigating instability issues related to centre point steering. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to Bn. c. to E. c. to Dn. c. to EP. X.2628. X.963. Z.3743. RE STEERING AND SPRINGING ON 40/50 CHASSIS. X.3482. X.2631. X.3926. X.990. X.1295. X891 We have carried out a… | ||
| Scan069 | Steering performance issues related to different types of tyres, specifically Goodyear and Dunlop. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- if the steering is held tightly. We have proved that this complaint is greatly exaggerated when Goodyear rubber non-skid covers are on the back wheels. If the standard Dunlop (x990) tyres… | ||
| Scan070 | Steering instability, comparing split vs solid springs and the effects of greasy springs and tyres. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -3- Hs4/L320.2.20. fitted to 2512. We found that changing over the springs did not materially effect the steering. The only difference we could pick out was that the split springs on the Repair… | ||
| Scan071 | Light Labourdette body, noting its height and the excellent riding and steering it provides. | ||
| View original record | To CJ. from Hs. C.K. x.963 Hs9/LG23. 2. 20. 2 X.963 RE STEERING. X.2628 X.1295 (R7/LG20.2.20) The body fitted on the Car referred to by Mr. Royce is the light Labourdette body. This body, however, is… | ||
| Scan072 | Experimental work on swaying, unstable steering, and steering wobbles. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 225 A (100 T) (S.F. 846 6.8.19) G. 2460. x.963 Hs. C. to Bn. C.H. EP20/F3.3.20. (1) x.963 Re. Swaying and Unstable Steering. X.457 / X.2441 With reference to experimental work on the above, we… | ||
| Scan073 | Steering wobble issues caused by Warland demountable rims fitted with Dunlop detachable wire wheels. | ||
| View original record | X.963. Extract from EP4/F18.3.20. X.1019. RE WARLAND DEMOUNTABLE RIMS FITTED WITH DUNLOP DETACHABLE WIRE WHEELS. X.424 X.963. We yesterday had an opportunity of trying a car which is just about to be… | ||
| Scan074 | Steering experiments and suggested improvements for PN and Mr. Horlick. | ||
| View original record | X.963. To CJ. from R. c. to Hs. (to act as indicated) c. to En. c. to De. c. to By. c. to Wor. R2/C12.4.20. X.97563 RE STEERING - PN. AND MR. HORLICK. C115/E9.4.20. X.3491a. X.2628 X.3482. X.891 As… | ||
| Scan075 | List of instructions for adjustments to the front axle, springs, and steering components. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- R2/C13.4.20. front axle so that its vertical movement relative to the frame has no effect on the length of side steering tube to do this latter. (5) Put slightly more camber in the front… | ||
| Scan076 | Establishing a standard ¼ inch lean for front steering pivots to achieve the best all-round steering. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235 A (100 T & F. 846 6-8-19) G. 2460. x963 EFC By. from EP. c. to Hs. c. to Bn. c. to Sft. for Sc. EP14/F15.4.20. X-3441- RE. LEAN OF FRONT STEERING PIVOTS. x963 We find that in order to get the… | ||
| Scan077 | Manufacturing standards and specifications for the lean of front steering pivots. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235 A (100 T/S P 246 6-19) G. 2460 EFC x963 EP. c. to Sfx. for Sc. c. to Ms. c. to Bm. BY4/P16.4.20. x3441 RE LEAN OF FRONT STEERING PIVOTS. x963 EP14/F15.4.20. I do not quite understand exactly… | ||
| Scan078 | Stating that changes to the lean of front steering pivots must be handled via a Standardisation Sheet or by special instructions from Mr. Royce and Mr. Johnson. | ||
| View original record | X.963 To EP. from Bn. c. to Wor. c. to By. c. to Hs. c. to Sft. c. to E-C. Bn4/W17.4.20. X.3441. RE LEAN OF FRONT STEERING PIVOTS. X.963. With reference to EP14/F15.4.20, and By4/H16.4.20, the amount… | ||
| Scan079 | Steering system improvements and proposals for further testing. | ||
| View original record | x.963 To Hs. from R. Copy to CJ. " " Bn. " " Da. " " EFC. " " By. X.963. RE STEERING. X.3441. X.3791. I am very pleased to hear that you think we have got a definite improvement in the steering by the… | ||
| Scan080 | Experimental testing of central point steering with vertical pivots. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235 a (100 T) (S.F. 846 6-8-19) G 2460 Contd. -2- R7/G19.4.20. X.891 (handwritten and crossed out) X. 3482. I shall , at an early date, endeavour to obtain absolute central point steering with… | ||
| Scan081 | Steering experiments conducted on car 2.EX with reversed Michelin disc wheels. | ||
| View original record | X.963 To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to Bn. c. to E. c. to Da. c. to By. c. to EP. ----------- X.963. X.3482. RE STEERING. X.3743. X.3791. ----------- Hsl/LG23.4.20. We have been able to make some… | ||
| Scan082 | Steering system experiments comparing different wheel dishing and pivot pin washer configurations. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- Hs1/LG23.4.20. dished outwards that was that the steering wheel kep steady when going over the average bad roads. We then tried the car with one dished inwards and one dished outwards. To… | ||
| Scan083 | Best arrangement for car steering and the effects of pivot pin friction. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -3- Hsl/LG23.4.20. We consider that on a present standard car the best arrangement for the steering is as follows:- 1. Pivot lean .25" backwards. 2. X3791 Ball joints on side steering tube… | ||
| Scan084 | Solutions for steering oscillation, focusing on additional friction and centre point steering geometry. | ||
| View original record | X.963. To Hs. from R. Copy to CJ. " " En. " " Da. " " EFC. " " By. " " PN. X.3791. RE STEERING (Hs1/LG23.4.20.) X.891. X.963. X.1242 I am very pleased to hear that the suggestion of additional… | ||
| Scan085 | Steering gear improvements, cornering, and modifications for a specific vehicle. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- absolutely no movement due to the axle rising and falling on the road. / Any definite improvements found, such as the ones you have already enumerated, should be applied without delay to… | ||
| Scan086 | Continued memo page with an instruction regarding Mr. Northey's car and the author's car. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -3- R4/G26.4.20. memo, to Mr. Northey's car and my car at once. R. | ||
| Scan087 | Tests on steering problems, proposing spring modifications, and actions regarding pendulum levers. | ||
| View original record | X.963. To Hs. from R. Copy to CJ. " " Bn. " " Da. " " EFC. " " By. " " PN. " " EP. X.963. RE VERY INTERESTING TESTS ON STEERING PROBLEM. In addition to my memo R4/G26.4.20, I think it will be… | ||
| Scan088 | Solution for Mr. Horlick's complaint by altering a trials car's steering. | ||
| View original record | X.963 W/S. PN. from Hs. X.3922. X.9631 Hs3/LG5.5.20. Attached herewith is a letter we have received from "R" - ref: - R7/G19.4.20. You will see that he suggests I should go to see Mr. Horlick. At the… | ||
| Scan089 | Steering modifications to an open trials car and arranging a visit with Mr. Horlick. | ||
| View original record | Hs. C to EFC. COPY. x.963 PN7/DW/7.5.20. x.963 - Re Steering. x.8922 In reply to Hs3/LGS.5.20, I think it would be best, as you suggest, for me to deal with Mr. Horlick, when the time arrives, and… | ||
| Scan090 | Proposed improvements and standardization for steering systems, including pivot lean and ball ends. | ||
| View original record | Hs. From Ep. c. to R. c. to EY. c. to EN. to EFC. X.963. COPY. EP13/F10.5.20. X.963. RE STEERING. X.3441. X.3491/a With reference to your report on the steering test, ref Hsl/LG23.4.20, as discussed… | ||
| Scan091 | Proposed scheme for a plain thrust steering column to make it less reversible. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. } from R. To Da. } Copy to CJ. " " EFC. X 963 R5/G2.8.20. X.3791a. RE STEERING. X.963. X.3465. Many times I have pressed hard for a scheme of plain thrust in the steering column with journal… | ||
| Scan092 | Comparison of steering performance and behaviour between experimental cars 1.EX and 6.EX. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from R. Copy to CJ. " " Wor. " " Da. " " By. " " EFC. " " EP. x.963 R8/G23.8.20. X.3923a. RE STEERING - 1.EX COMPARED WITH X.3763a. 6.EX. X.963. X.3791. X.3791a. It will be remembered that both… | ||
| Scan093 | Continued memo describing vehicle stability on a narrow, curved road track, analogized to a belt on a pulley. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- RB/G23.8.20. unstable under such conditions, but in this case the actual road track was only very little wider than the car track, and the curvature was very great, my impression being that… | ||
| Scan094 | Customer complaints about production cars, attributing steering issues to the American tyres being used. | ||
| View original record | X 963 Extract R6/G7.9.20. To CJ. from R. Copy to EAC. " " LHS. " " Sir. E. Goulding. " " SA. " " Wor. " " PN. " " Hs. " " EP. " " Da. " " By. " " H. " " R.R. of Am. Inc. (For the attention of Oy.)… | ||
| Scan095 | Steering faults, including 'steering wobbles', their causes, and proposed remedies. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235a (100 T) S. G. 643, 19-2-20 G 3618 Contd. -2- R6/G7.9.20. _STEERING._ Our steering has been blamed for two faults, at the same time admired for its many virtues. No changes in design have… | ||
| Scan096 | Steering at high speed, detachable rims, steering wobble, and transmission knock. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -3- R6/G7.9.20. that these are fatal things for good steering at high speed. Also I have been pleased to see that Warland split detachable rims are so badly made that we cannot get a supply of… | ||
| Scan097 | Suspension design, transmission issues, and electrical installation plans for a new chassis. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -4- R6/C719.20. the rush for output prevented these being fitted (as they required more time and testing) My impression is that with the lubricated springs (see other note why lubricated) they… | ||
| Scan098 | Steering complaints, detailing four possible causes for steering trouble in cars. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 933A.(100 T) (S.H 159, 11-8-20) G. 3800 X963 To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to Bn. c. to Da. c. to E. c. to EP. c. to EWT. for R.R. Inc. ----------------- HS3/LG9.9.20. ----------------- X.963.… | ||
| Scan099 | Report page discussing the causes of steering wobble and experiments to resolve the issue. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -2- very good car, one can produce a low speed steering wobble even though it has a plain thrust washer on one pivot to provide friction. If one drives the car in a normal manner the steering… | ||
| Scan100 | Wheel wobble testing, linking it to pivot alignment, and historical issues with post-war car steering. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -3- HS3/LG9.9.20. so that the steering wheel was only connected to one front wheel the other wheel has been running along free with no steering connections attached to it. We find that if we… | ||
| Scan101 | Steering instability, wheel oscillation, and Mr. Royce's proposed solutions involving friction and springs. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -4- HS3/LG9.9.20. for causing the car to be unstable but we never made Mr. Salamanca satisfied until we leaned the pivots back slightly more than they were originally. There is no doubt that… | ||
| Scan102 | Steering system experiments, detailing friction adjustments and material tests to resolve steering wobble issues. | ||
| View original record | contd. -5- HS3/LG9.9.20. think that fibre is the best material to use because whether it is oily or not it makes very little difference to the amount of friction. We have tried a plain thrust washer… | ||
| Scan103 | The causes and potential cures for steering wobbles, including tests on wheels, tyres, and friction devices. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -6- HB3/LG9.9.20. off-set wheels, there is more friction of the pivot. We have made a test with Michelin Disc wheels by fixing them dished outwards instead of dished inwards so that we had the… | ||
| Scan104 | Front axle wear and the use of a plain thrust washer to manage steering friction. | ||
| View original record | contd. -7- HS3/LG9.9.20. front axle. The wear will take place chiefly when the wheels are approximately straight. One would imagine that eventually the wear would be such that it might be difficult to… | ||
| Scan105 | Letter discussing chassis troubles and steering complaints, specifically relating to low-speed steering wobble. | ||
| View original record | X963 OF7-G71020 Oct.7.1920. Mr.Claude Johnson, Managing Director, Rolls-Royce Ltd. London, England. Re New Chassis troubles - Steering Complaints X963 X5791 Dear Sir:- In reply to Mr.Hives' report of… | ||
| Scan106 | The causes and potential cures for steering wobble, including tire pressure and friction devices. | ||
| View original record | Oy7-G71020 (2) Mr.Hulley who is skilled at producing wobbles in the way Mr.Hives describes, has been unable to produce them on badly wobbling cars after they have been fitted with this device. Before… | ||
| Scan107 | Letter discussing steering wobble in cars, potential cures, and the effects of different components on steering sensitivity. | ||
| View original record | Oy7)G71020 (3) When I say that in the case of imported cars a cure is effected, I do not mean that when the steering wheel is clutched one cannot detect a tendency for the front wheels to continue… | ||
| Scan108 | Comparison of 'Marmon' steering with the company's own central point steering system. | ||
| View original record | R R 286A (100 T) (S H. 169. 11-8-20) G 2800 X.963 To Hs. " EP. " R.R. of America Inc. } from R. (for attention of OY.) c. to CJ. c. to PN. c. to H. c. to Wor. c. to Da. c. to By. c. to BN. c. to HM.… | ||
| Scan109 | Continued discussion on steering design, comparing different wheel types and pivot arrangements. | ||
| View original record | R R 236A (100 T) (S H 159. 11-8-20) G 2600 Contd. -2- R1/G24.1.21. to use plain thrust washer in one or both front pivots, and if too reversible, plain thrusts in the steering column. Otherwise, we… | ||
| Scan110 | Causes of road shock in steering systems and proposed modifications for all cars. | ||
| View original record | To HS. DA. E. } FROM R. RG. BY. } X763 c. to CJ. BJ. Wor. PN. EP. C. H. STEERING OF ALL CARS. R1/M29.3.24. X.963 X3465 Mr. Bailey's theory has pointed out that we must not expect a definite reduction… | ||
| Scan111 | Danger of fitting front brakes to cars with steel artillery wheels due to steering issues caused by increased pivot over-hang. | ||
| View original record | To C.J. from Hs. X963 Hs1/LG1.4.24. STEERING OF ALL CARS. X.9940 / 44586 X963 With reference to the attached ref. R1/M29.3.24. The reason steel artillery wheels or any other type of wheel which… | ||
| Scan112 | Modifications to steering and suspension to mitigate road shocks, including a diagram of a pendulum lever with a friction damper. | ||
| View original record | To RG. & HS. FROM R. c.c. to CJ. DA. E. BY. Y963 STEERING X.963 X.9430 X.3465 We are anxiously awaiting the test of the low rating, ample clearance, slightly set up buffers in the longitudinal tube.… | ||
| Scan113 | Private memo from 'Ps' to 'Hs' regarding an enclosed letter about a steering mechanism. | ||
| View original record | PRIVATE. From: "Ps" To: "Hs". V963 PsII/Orn.28.6.26. See Vlt30 for reply. Re Steering mechanism. I have received the enclosed letter which might prove of interest to you. In this event, I could obtain… | ||
| Scan114 | Letter from a consulting engineer detailing a patent for a new hydraulic steering mechanism. | ||
| View original record | Translation of letter received from Mr. A. Renaudin, Consulting Engineer, 33, rue Alex Dumas, PARIS. Dear Sirs, I am taking the liberty of informing you that I have at my disposal a patent concerning… | ||
| Scan115 | Voluminous French file on M. Renaudin's steering invention. | ||
| View original record | "Hs" WORKS. ---------------- x963 Ps4/Crn.24.8.26. REGISTERED. Re: Steering mechanism. Further to our memo. PsII/Crn. 28.6.26; and your Hs2/LG.5.7.26, concerning M. Renaudin's steering invention, at… | ||
| Scan116 | Declining interest in M. Renaudin's steering gear mechanism after examination. | ||
| View original record | To Ps. from Hs. x963 Hs2/LGl.9.26. STEERING MECHNISM. Answering your Ps4/Crn24.8.26. We are returning to you the File containing particulars of M. Renaudin's steering gear. You might thank him for… | ||
| Scan117 | Steering ratios, comparing them with competitors, and considering improvements for flexibility and comfort. | ||
| View original record | f963 To DA. HS. E. from R. c. to BJ. Wor. BY. PN. C. CWB. SG. R2/M16.4.28. STEERING. X.7430 X.5430 X.8430 X.963 It is fairly certain that with a 15/1 steering we are still faster than the average… | ||
| Scan118 | Data sheet on Bensport steering 'Out of centre point' measurements for various models and wheel types. | ||
| View original record | 1963 Rm. Ltd. Hs/Gry.6/KT.19.5.33. BENSPORT STEERING. Out of centre point. R.R.Sch.141 1º transverse pivot lean Dunlop wheels - 1.550 R.R.Sch.141 " " " " R.W. wheels. - 1.830 G.L. 651 " " " " Dunlop… | ||
| Scan119 | Efficiency tests of a Steering Nut with Reduced Surfaces compared to a standard nut. | ||
| View original record | X963- To D.B. & Hs. from RHC. C.E. EV. STEERING NUT WITH REDUCED SURFACES. N.SCH.3759. A Worm and Nut has been produced in accordance with the above scheme, and tested on the rig in order to determine… | ||
| Scan120 | Effects on thread contact when adjusting for wear in a nut by reducing shims. | ||
| View original record | -2- AEC.5/BE22.11.33. With regard to the method of adjustment, it is understood from the scheme that the intention is to take up wear by reducing the thickness of shims between the two halves of the… | ||