Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Outlining the testing procedure for a Spectre frame side member, focusing on torsional strength and welding. | ||
| View original record | GRY see me X46990 (struck through) 327 HS2 To RHG. from Da. c. for. E. Hs. By. Spectre Frame Side Members. Herewith is N. Sch. 3915, showing a straight length of the 7" box section frame side channel,… | ||
| scan0002 | Requesting detail drawings and price quotations for the 'Spectre' project frame and wheel arches. | ||
| View original record | X4644 X327 To BY. from E/JNR. c. Wcr. Hs. Dr. E/JNR.5/HP.21.3.34. re 'Spectre'. Please receive herewith drawing: LeC.3826 shewing the layout of the frame, the transmission line, and the spring… | ||
| scan0003 | Drawings for the Spectre Frame and its related components. | ||
| View original record | x44 x327 To BY. from Da. Da.2/HP.29.3.34. c.c. Mr. H. Hs. TMG. H.Y. Spectre Frame. Herewith are N. Sch's 4023/4 shewing the construction of the X - shaped cross member, transmission coupling shaft,… | ||
| scan0004 | Construction details of the Spectre Frame based on M. Sch's drawings 4023/4. | ||
| View original record | X44 327 To BY. from DA. c. WCR. E.HS. RHC. TGT. DA.2/HP.29.3.34. Spectre Frame. Herewith are M. Sch's 4023/4 shewing the construction of the X - shaped cross member, transmission coupling shaft,… | ||
| scan0005 | Modifications to the 'Spectre Frame' side channels for a Cadillac-type front suspension. | ||
| View original record | To HY. from Da. c. for. E. H. Hey. HHG. Rm Spectre Frame. We have been discussing the frame side channels with the prospective makers, and have made various modifications as a result. Herewith is N.… | ||
| scan0006 | The 'Spectre' frame, discussing a schematic for crossmember attachments. | ||
| View original record | +4694 327 To DY. from Da. c. for. Mr. Hs. Hsy. WHD. Da.1/HP.18.5.34. Spectre - Frame -------------- Herewith is N. Sch.4048, shewing attachments of the Front and Rear ends of the Crossmember to the… | ||
| scan0007 | Modification to the Spectre front crossmember distance piece, converting it from aluminum to steel. | ||
| View original record | X464/ 327 To BY. from Da. Da.1/HP.28.5.34. c.c. Mr. E. Hs. Hey. RHO. Spectre - Front Crossmember. ---------- Herewith is N. Sch.4063 shewing a modification to the distance piece under the spring pot,… | ||
| scan0008 | The delivery and material specification of Spectre Frames from Messrs. John Thompson. | ||
| View original record | To Wor. from ROY. c. to R c. to BY c. to Hs c. to RHC. --------------------- X6094 327 ROY1/MG4.7.34 SPECTRE FRAMES --------------------- In a communication to hand this morning from Messrs. John… | ||
| scan0009 | Steel specification for SPECTRE Side Frames from supplier John Thompson. | ||
| View original record | To E. from ROY. c. to Wor. c. to RY. c. to Hs. c. to MHG. ROY4/MG7.7.34 Following our various discussions with Messrs. John Thompson regarding SPECTRE Side Frames, they now write that the… | ||
| scan0010 | Requesting further deflection tests to compare bolted and spot-welded Spectre frame samples. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. x4094 327 Hs/Gry.15/KW.17.7.34. Spectre Frame. Da. has asked us to carry out further deflection tests on samples of Spectre frame channel. We have one at the moment in which the two parts are… | ||
| scan0011 | Outlining simple torsion tests for the Spectre Frame to determine the minimum number of bolts required to equal the stiffness of a spot-welded frame. | ||
| View original record | W. Bell. 4074 32Y To Hs. from Da. c. E. RHC. Spectre Frame. We wish to make some simple torsion tests to determine the minimum number of bolts to be used in the first pair of frames to equal the spot… | ||
| scan0012 | Test report for Spectre frames, detailing results for spot welded seams under torque. | ||
| View original record | To E. c. to Da. 4694 327 Hs/WB.19/KW.3.8.34. SPECTRE FRAME TESTS. EX.13183. Spot Welded Seams - Average Pitch of Welds 1.500" Length under Test, 5 ft. 6 in. Specification. Average Thickness .108".… | ||
| scan0013 | Graph from 'Spectre' frame tests plotting angular deflection against torque for spot-welded seams. | ||
| View original record | "SPECTRE" FRAME TESTS EX 13183. SPOT WELDED SEAMS - AVERAGE PITCH OF WELDS 1.500" LENGTH UNDER TEST 5FT 6INS. TOTAL LENGTH 6FT 1-8-34 ANGULAR DEFLECTION - DEGREES .600 .500 .400 .300 .200 .100 12… | ||
| scan0014 | Outlining calculations and findings on motor car frame stiffness. | ||
| View original record | 4327 To E.W.H & Da. Copy to Hs/RM. E/TSN.1/MN.26/10/34. Frame Stiffnesses. I asked Lr/Mr.Horrocks, who is experienced in aircraft structural calculations, to look into a few points in connection with… | ||
| scan0015 | Page discussing the torsional stiffness of various frame members and constructions. | ||
| View original record | -2- 5. There is no point in making the cross of torsionally stiff members. 6. The overall stiffness of a single tube 8" diameter by .100" thick is twice as great as that of the channel-section frame… | ||
| scan0016 | 'Spectre' frame distortion tests, detailing measurements at various points under increasing loads. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Grv. L694 327 5.11.34. Spectre Frame Distortion. 1st Point - Lamp & Horn member } 16" 2nd " C/L of pivots } 3rd " Dashboard } 42.75" } 53" 4th " C/L of dash & rear axle } 5th " Rear axle } } 53"… | ||
| scan0017 | Modifications to the bossing on a Spectre Frame to fit a Marles type steering box. | ||
| View original record | +4695 Rm 327 To EY. from Da. c.c. Hs. RHC. Da.10/HP.13.11.34. Spectre Frame. Herewith is N. Sch.4263 shewing the bossing on the frame side member to accommodate the Marles type steering box. It will… | ||
| scan0018 | Chassis deflection due to front braking on Bentley & Spectre models. | ||
| View original record | x 324 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT REPORT. REFERENCE :- Hs/Gry.21/KW.18.12.34. Subject of Report:- Chassis Deflection due to Front Braking, Bentley & Spectre. General Conclusions :- Spectre Front End… | ||
| scan0019 | Chassis deflection tests due to front braking on Bentley and Spectre models. | ||
| View original record | Es/Cry.21/KW.18.12.34. Chassis Deflection due to Front Braking. Bentley & Spectre. When the Bentley front axle was fitted to Peregrine care we endeavoured to find out whether the axle was stiff enough… | ||
| scan0020 | Analysis of chassis frame buckling, distortion, and front brake performance issues on experimental vehicles. | ||
| View original record | -2- (4) The frame itself had buckled in the bend just behind the pot fixing, the welding underneath the frame having given way. We are handing the chassis to R.H.C. for a detailed examination of… | ||
| scan0021 | The results of distortion tests conducted on a Spectre frame. | ||
| View original record | To E. " Wox. " BY. " Ds. COPY V32Y RHC.2/MS20.12.34. Spectre Frame Distortion Tests. On stripping the frame used in connection with the above tests, the following units were found to have distorted as… | ||
| scan0022 | Inspection report detailing wear, distortion, and failure of various suspension and steering components. | ||
| View original record | (2) Pivots The pivots are not affected. There are, however, indentations on the outer race of each top pivot bearing due to the heavy local pressure on the ball track. Yokes Viewed in plan, there is a… | ||
| scan0023 | Requesting the drilling of drainage holes in Spectre frame side members. | ||
| View original record | x32y To BY. Copy to F. Hs. WHC Da.3/MN. 22/12/34. ----------------- SPECTRE FRAME SIDE MEMBERS As requested by Experimental Dept., the frame side members should have small holes drilled in the lower… | ||
| scan0024 | The results of 'Spectre' frame distortion tests, identifying a weak welded joint. | ||
| View original record | GRN x327 To Sg. and Wer. from E. E.7/HP.1.1.35. c. Hs. By. RHC. Da. Spectre Frame Distortion Tests. Referring to the result of the above as given in RHC.2/MS.20.12.34, this test has shown us that the… | ||
| scan0025 | Welding with frame suppliers and the readiness of a bumper chassis for testing. | ||
| View original record | - sheet 2 - E.7/HP.1.1.35. We have discussed the welding with the frame suppliers, and we have already received delivery of improved side members welded to modified instructions as regards pitch of… | ||
| scan0026 | Inspection of a failed Spectre frame following braking tests, focusing on welding issues. | ||
| View original record | To Es., Hs. & Ho/Con. from RHC. X327 RHC.6/MS2.1.35. SPECTRE FRAMES Mr. Hunt of Messrs. John Thompson Motor Pressings Ltd., Wolverhampton, called on Monday December 31st. to inspect the Spectre Frame… | ||
| scan0027 | Pressing for the Spectre model's front frame to resist brake torque. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. +327 To SY. from Da. Da.1/HP.14.1.35. C. Wor. E. Hs. Idy. RHC. Spectre - Front End of Frame. Herewith is N. Sch.4337 showing the pressing connecting the spring pots with the frame side channel… | ||
| scan0028 | Request for a comparative torsional rigidity test between the Spectre chassis frame and the Phantom II frame. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten] x327 SECRET [Handwritten] Gry- Please arrange this To Hs. from E. E.5/HP.6.3.35. c. Sg. Wor. By. Da. EV. re Spectre Chassis Frame. When the next Spectre chassis frame is available we… | ||
| scan0029 | The conventional front end for the 'Spectre' model, detailing frame and wheelbase specifications. | ||
| View original record | URGENT. +32Y To EV. from E/JNR. c. Wor. Hs. RMC. E/JNR.2/HP.9.3.35. SECRET Conventional Front End - Spectre. Please receive herewith:- LeC.4395 showing the frame side members for the above. The shape… | ||
| scan0030 | New, more rigid step iron design for the Spectre 3SI (32EX) and associated frame modifications. | ||
| View original record | To HV. Copy to RHC. Hs/Rm. 4327 E/Ev.3/MN.25/3/35. SPECTRE. Re Step Irons. We send you herewith LeC 4397 showing a new design of step iron of greater rigidity in all directions, for the third Spectre… | ||
| scan0031 | Requesting the preparation of a Spectre frame for stiffness testing by removing its components. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. +327 Hs/Rm. 21/KW. 25.4.35. We are being pressed by E. for figures of the stiffness of the Spectre frame. We have decided to do this test on the bump frame, as No.5 will be some time coming… | ||
| scan0032 | Urgently requesting torsional rigidity data for Cadillac and Spectre frames to inform decisions regarding the Bentley. | ||
| View original record | X327 To Hs. from E. E.1/HP.27.4.35. re Frame Rigidity. We are in very urgent need of the data respecting the torsional rigidity of frames, including Cadillac and Spectre, as we have got to make up our… | ||
| scan0033 | Comparison between two types of chassis frame crosses using scale models to determine rigidity. | ||
| View original record | SECRET +327 To. RHG. Copy to Hs/Rm. Gry E/Ev.2/MN.29.4.35. CHASSIS FRAME RIGIDITY. We are sending you herewith a print of LeC 4478 showing a 1/8th.scale model of two chassis frame crosses. The one is… | ||
| scan0034 | 'Spectre' frame distortions with dashboard, detailing measurements at various points. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Gry. +327 Hs/KS.5/KW.30.4.35. Spectre Frame Distortions. Complete with Dashboard. 1st Point - Front Pan Cross Bracket } 40" 2nd " Centre of 1st & 3rd points) } 36.5" 3rd " Front body bracket }… | ||
| scan0035 | Test data showing Spectre chassis frame distortion under various loads without a dashboard fitted. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Gry.. x327 HS/KS.1/KW.2.5.35. Frame Distortion. Spectre Frame Distortion - Chassis without Dashboard. 1st Point Front Pan Cross Member { 35.0" 2nd " Centre of 1st & 3rd points) { 30.5" 3rd "… | ||
| scan0036 | Note describing the setup for balancing a frame around the front cross member. | ||
| View original record | Frame balanced about centre of front cross member; N.S.R. shackle anchored and O.S.T. shackle supported on trestle. Hs/K.F.Scholes. | ||
| scan0037 | Revised design for the Spectre chassis frame, focusing on modifications to the side channel. | ||
| View original record | To BY. GRY x 327 E/Ev.1/MN.3.5.35. Copy to RHC. Hs/Rm. BY/RD. RE REVISED SPECTRE CHASSIS FRAME. We send you herewith LeC 4482 showing a revised design for the Spectre side channel. The modification in… | ||
| scan0038 | Testing the stiffness of a revised Spectre frame design and enclosing a print. | ||
| View original record | 4327 To RMG. Copy to BY. Hs/Rm. RE REVISED SPECTRE FRAME. GRY We send you herewith a print of LeC 4482 described in our E/Ev.1/MN.3.5.35. As explained to you verbally we are anxiousto make some tests… | ||
| scan0039 | The rigidity of the Spectre frame, comparing its weight and stiffness to the Cadillac and Phantom II frames. | ||
| View original record | GRY {327} To Sg. and Wor. from E. c.c. Hs. By. JLE. LA. De. EV. Rigidity of Spectre Frame and Spectre Bodies. -------------------------------------- In designing the Spectre frame we did not work to… | ||
| scan0040 | Frame rigidity, body construction, and stiffness tests for Spectre models. | ||
| View original record | - sheet 2 - provides re-enforcement where the frame receives the minimum amount of stiffening from the body – see diagram attached. The data supplied with Hs/Rm.4/KW.3.5.35 has given us most valuable… | ||
| scan0041 | Note on coachbuilding considerations for different body types, including saloons with sunshine roofs and convertibles. | ||
| View original record | - sheet 3 - E.1/HP.9.5.35. body and frame together. The coachbuilder can do far more in the case of a saloon fitted with a sunshine roof by suitably designing his roof and combining it with an… | ||
| scan0042 | Blueprint comparing the chassis frames of a Spectre and a Cadillac. | ||
| View original record | LEC4486 C OF FRONT WHEELS 91.000 CADILLAC FRAME 210.000 DATUM LINE BACK OF DASHBOARD C OF FRONT WHEELS 54.885 SPECTRE FRAME 190.550 FRAME COMPARISONS - SPECTRE- SCALE = 1/24 ROLLS-ROYCE, LTD PRINT… | ||
| scan0043 | Results of rigidity tests on different frame cross designs for the Spectre and Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | GRY X327 To Sg. and Wor. from E. c. Wor. Hs. By. RMC. Da. JLE. EV. Frame Cross Rigidity. At my request EV. produced some reduced scale drawings of different types of frame crosses, and tested them out… | ||
| scan0044 | Frame cross rigidity tests conducted on quarter-scale models of various designs. | ||
| View original record | To E. from Ev. E/Ev.3/MN.22.5.35. FRAME CROSS RIGIDITY. Tests were carried out on four ¼ scale frame models to discover the relative rigidity of various frame cross designs. The test rig is… | ||
| scan0045 | The rigidity testing of different frame cross-member designs, comparing the Hotchkiss and Spectre types. | ||
| View original record | -2- Fig. 4. A similar cross was then tested, having an arched top and bottom plate with transverse swaging, such as is used on the Hotchkiss frame. The rigidity was slightly improved as the swaging… | ||
| scan0046 | Photograph of two X-shaped cast metal brackets bolted to vertical members. | ||
| View original record | ", | ||
| scan0047 | Diagram of a test rig with dimensional measurements. | ||
| View original record | DIAGRAM I TEST RIG 7.5 24" 12" W | ||
| scan0048 | Table of results from frame cross rigidity tests on four different designs, including a 'Spectre' model. | ||
| View original record | FRAME CROSS RIGIDITY TESTS | FIG. 1 SPECTRE | FIG. 2 SPECTRE REINFORCED | FIG. 3 | FIG. 4 | |---|---|---|---| | ZERO 10.105 | INS. 10.130 | INS. 9.975 | INS. 10.075 | | 3 LBS. 10.060 | INS. .045 |… | ||
| scan0049 | Graph comparing frame cross deflections under torque and load for four different designs. | ||
| View original record | FRAME CROSS DEFLEXIONS Y-Axis Labels: TORQUE IN LBS INS LOAD IN LBS 300, 24, 200, 20, 16, 12, 100, 8, 4 X-Axis Labels: Top Row: DEFLEXION, .050, .100, .150, .200, .250, .300, .350 INS Bottom Row:… | ||
| scan0050 | Blueprint showing models and sections of a frame structure at 1/8 scale. | ||
| View original record | Fig. 1 Fig. 3 LEC4478 FRAME MODELS (1/8 SCALE) MAKE FROM 26 S.W.G. (.018) TINNED SHEET STEEL OTHER DIMENSIONS MAY BE SCALED DEPTH TO BE .875 THE CONSTRUCTION OF THIS CROSS IS IN ALL RESPECTS AS… | ||
| scan0051 | Final arrangement and modifications to the Spectre frame side member. | ||
| View original record | To DY. Copy to Hs. HHC. X327 E/EV.1/MN.30.5.35. Rm GBX SPECTRE FRAME. We send herewith LeC 4513 showing the final arrangement of the frame side member for the 4th. Spectre and the subsequent chassis.… | ||
| scan0052 | Confirming modifications to the Spectre frame cross web. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. (327) GRY. To Da. from E. E.5/HP.30.5.35. c. Hs. By. RHC. Hdy. EV. Spectre Frame. This is to confirm previous remarks in connection with the web of the cross in the Spectre frame being cut… | ||
| scan0053 | Test report on the points of deflection for a Spectre Frame under varying torque. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Gry. x327 Hs/KS.15/KW.31.5.35. Latest Spectre Frame - without Dashboard. 1st Foint Front Cross Pan 2nd " Front of cross bracket) } 40" 3rd " Front body bracket } 24" 4th " 3rd Body bracket } 40"… | ||
| scan0054 | Investigation and fabrication of different model frame crosses. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. Hs/Gry.5/KW.1.6.36. Model Frame Crosses. We wish to investigate further the merits of frame crosses of different lengths. We send you herewith Hs.2003 showing model crosses of different… | ||
| scan0055 | Blueprint showing four different designs for model frame crosses. | ||
| View original record | B.B. 1 A B A A.A. 2 3 4 SCALE 1/2 MODEL FRAME CROSSES HS. 2003. | ||
| scan0056 | Test results for Spectre frame distortion under load without dashboard and diamond bracing. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Gry. 4327 Hs/KS.9/KW.3.6.35. Latest Spectre Frame Distortion without Dashboard and Diamond Bracing. 1st Point Front Cross Pan 2nd " Front of cross bracket } 40" 3rd " Front body bracket } 24" }… | ||
| scan0057 | Frame cross rigidity, comparing the Spectre frame to the Cadillac and mentioning a new Bentley frame. | ||
| View original record | HB [Signature] x327 To E. from Sg. Copy to Wor.Hs.EX. Frame Cross Rigidity. Sg1/E3.6.35 Referring to E.3/HP.29.5.35 the information given is of great interest and I am very glad to see that the… | ||
| scan0058 | Addition of a stiffener to the Spectre 3rd cross member to prevent distortion. | ||
| View original record | To SY. from Da. C.F. Hs. Hdv. RMC. SECRET. +327 Da.4/HP.6.6.35. Spectre - 3rd Cross Member. To eliminate the distortion of the web of the 3rd cross member due to application of the hand brake, we have… | ||
| scan0059 | Modifications to Spectre and Bentley frames for further torsion and rigidity testing. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. 4327 Hs/Gry.11/KW.12.6.35. Frame Rigidity Experiments. We understand that the Spectre frame we have just twisted is not required for a car. Will you please therefore re-fit the cross and… | ||
| scan0060 | Stress test results for a Spectre Frame with measurements at various points under increasing loads. | ||
| View original record | 4327 To Hs/Gry: Hs/KS.3/KW.19.7.35. Latest Spectre Frame, without Dash, and also boxing cut away in front of Cross. 1st Point - Front Cross Pan. 2nd " Front of Cross Bracket. 3rd " Front Body Bracket.… | ||
| scan0061 | Note detailing the suspension method for a chassis frame on a trestle. | ||
| View original record | Chassis frame suspended at centre of front cross pan. N.S.R. shackle anchored and O.S.R. resting on trestle. | ||
| scan0062 | Secret memo discussing the need for lateral frame stiffening for the 'Spectre Frame' model. | ||
| View original record | X 327 To Da. from E. SECRET. E.3/HP.12.8.35. c. Hs/Les. E/BV. re Spectre Frame. From the results of running the front suspension on the bumper rig, it is evident that some lateral stiffening will be… | ||
| scan0063 | Secret memo regarding a frame stiffener scheme for the Phantom III, to improve lateral stability. | ||
| View original record | SECRET To BY. Copy to E. Hs. [REDACTED] [Handwritten Note] R. Les. This should be tried on Spectre II Phantom III. Frame Stiffener at Rear Cross. Herewith is N.Sch.4627 which shews the bracing between… | ||
| scan0064 | Research into frame stiffness requirements, comparing the performance of Cadillac, Spectre, and Bentley frames. | ||
| View original record | X327 To E. c. to WOr. c. to By. c. to Da. Hs/Gry.5/KW.2.11.35. Frame Stiffness. We have had a letter from Cy., in which he says that after considerable research they have found the stiffness of the… | ||
| scan0065 | Table comparing the stiffness of various car frames and complete cars. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Gry.5/KW.2.11.35. Stiffness in lbs/ft./Degree. | | Overall | Dash to Front | Dash to Rear | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Cadillac V-16 Frame | 1010 | 3010 | 1500 | | Complete Cadillac V-16 Car |… | ||
| scan0066 | Modification to the Phantom III frame stiffener to allow better access for a box spanner. | ||
| View original record | BY. c. Hs. RHC. Ws/LES. [Handwritten Signature] X327 Da/DB.1/HP.23.12.35. N.Sch.4719 - Modification to Frame Stiffener Phantom 3. A complaint has reached us from Experimental Department of the… | ||
| scan0067 | Modifications to the Phantom III chassis frame, including the elimination of a steel tubular distance piece. | ||
| View original record | To B. Copy to m.c. Hs/Rm. +327 E/Ev.2/MN.28.12.35. Phantom III Chassis Frame. -------------------------- We understand that it has been requested by the Works that a scheme should be produced for the… | ||
| scan0068 | Aluminium distance pieces in the frame of a Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | To BY. Copy to Hs/Rm. RHC. E/Ev.1/MN.13.1.36. Aluminium Distance Pieces in Frame - Phantom III We have already sent to you sheets 1,2 and 3 of LeC 4887 showing the aluminium distance pieces in the… | ||
| scan0069 | Requesting a report on Phantom III Transverse Chassis Stays to stiffen the frame against lateral vibration. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Les Please let me have report Rm Hs/Rm. from E. E.1/HP.3.1.36. Rm c. Hs/Les. re Phantom III Transverse Chassis Stays. We should be glad to have a report on the transverse chassis stays that have… | ||
| scan0070 | Attempts to reproduce sideways shake on a Phantom III bumper chassis fitted with transverse stays. | ||
| View original record | X327 To E. Hs/Les.19/KW.8.1.36. Phantom III Transverse Chassis Stays. Re E.1/HP.3.1.36. Although these have been fitted to the Bumper Chassis since the beginning of December, we have been unable to… | ||
| scan0071 | Modifications to the Phantom III Aluminium Frame Distance Pieces. | ||
| View original record | To BY. x327 E/Ev.1/MN.16.1.36. Copy to Sft. Hs/Rm. RHC. Wa/Gallimore. Phantom III Aluminium Frame Distance Pieces. LeC 4887 (4 sheets). As a result of a consultation between ourselves, Sft. and… | ||
| scan0072 | Technical instructions for modifying distance pieces by introducing a counter bore. | ||
| View original record | -2- It will be noticed that where distance pieces can be turned round to hand them the flange on the distance piece is against the outside of the frame. The introduction of these counter bores will… | ||
| scan0073 | Fitting of Ph.III diagonal sheet metal frame stays to the first production cars. | ||
| View original record | To E. c. to Wor. c. to By. c. to Sft. X327 Hs/Rm.16/KW.20.1.36. Ph.III Diagonal Sheet Metal Frame Stays. Referring to E.2/HP.17.1.36. We have only just got 32-EX car on the road fitted with the first… | ||
| scan0074 | Urgent inclusion of diagonal sheet metal stays in the Phantom III chassis frame. | ||
| View original record | Hs. c. Wor. By. Sft. Ave [text is struck through in red] re Phantom III Chassis Frame - Diagonal Sheet Metal Stays between third crossmember and gearbox. We have had the diagonal sheet crossmembers… | ||
| scan0075 | Modifications to the Phantom III diagonal stays in the frame to address clearance issues with the silencer. | ||
| View original record | To EY. Copy to Hs/Rm. WHD. 1327 E/Ev.4/MN.28.1.36. WYMAN - noted Gayd Phantom III Diagonal Stays in Frame. We understand that due to modifications in the silencer lagging insufficient clearance exists… | ||
| scan0076 | Modifications to the Phantom III frame diagonal stays and exhaust system due to clearance issues with the main silencer. | ||
| View original record | Wyman. See me Rm M Woad Gaw X32 BY. c. Hs/Rm. c. PHC. E/JNR.1/HP.28.1.36. Frame Diagonal Stays and Exhaust System - Phantom III. When we fit the diagonal stays to the frame we find that the main… | ||
| scan0077 | Frame failure observed on the No.1 Bumper Chassis (Spectre III) during bumper testing. | ||
| View original record | X327 To E. c. to Dn. c. to Hy. c. to HIC. c. to HOR. Hs/Ass.S/UL..4.2.36. The attached is a photograph of the frame failure on No.1 Bumper Chassis. This is the actual frame that has done 22,000 miles… | ||
| scan0078 | Photograph showing the underside of a vehicle's front wheel, suspension, and chassis assembly. | ||
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| scan0079 | Modifications to the engine to frame stay for the Phantom III, following a failure during a bump test. | ||
| View original record | x327 Wyman Any comments? Mr. O.K. Pm c.-E.Hs. Ds. RHC. Hs/Am. E/HDY.3/HP.3.3.36. Stay between Engine and Frame - Phantom III. We send herewith N.Sch.4766 which shows modifications to this stay… | ||
| scan0080 | Modifications to the transverse frame braces for the Phantom III long wheelbase chassis. | ||
| View original record | To BY. Copy to Hs/Rm. [Handwritten: X327] [Signature] AFM E/Ev.1/MN.5.2.36. Phantom III Long Wheelbase. Transverse Frame Braces. We send herewith Lec 4966 showing the transverse stays between the rear… | ||
| scan0081 | Comparison of frame specifications between a General Motors 1937 frame and a Phantom III frame. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. x32) 19.8.36. Frame Comparisons. | | Weight of frame with cross member & front pan only. | Wheel Base. | Max. width of frame. | overall length of frame. | |---|---|---|---|---| | General… | ||
| scan0082 | The production of Phantom III Sidemembers in a thinner gauge material, seeking authorisation to proceed. | ||
| View original record | x327 Mr. Grylls, (Exp. Dept) Roy/AW.9/IB. 7.10.36. We have received a message from Messrs. J. Thompson Motor Pressings this morning to the effect that you have discussed with them the making of… | ||
| scan0083 | Order to be placed with Messrs. John Thompsons for Phantom III frame and fitting parts. | ||
| View original record | To Roy, from RHC/WSC. c. Hs/Gry. x327 Continuation P3 RHC/WSC.3/BA.8.10.36. O/54117. Phantom III - Frames & Fittings. Will you please place an official order with Messrs. John Thompsons for the… | ||
| scan0084 | Telegram to Motoframe, Wolverhampton, enquiring about a delivery promise for a pair of thin side members. | ||
| View original record | x 327 14.10.36. MOTOFRAME, WOLVERHAMPTON. WHEN CAN YOU PROMISE DELIVERY FIRST PAIR THIN SIDE MEMBERS. ROBOTHAM, ROYCAR. | ||
| scan0085 | Letter from John Thompson Motor Pressings Ltd explaining a delivery delay for sidemembers due to a supplier issue. | ||
| View original record | TELEGRAMS: MOTOFRAME, WOLVERHAMPTON. TELEPHONES: BILSTON 41293-4-5-6-7. TEMPLE BAR 3216 LONDON. ESTABLISHED 1840. NEAREST STATION: L.M.S. ETTINGSHALL ROAD. (2 MINUTES) G.W.R. PRIESTFIELD. (10 MINUTES)… | ||
| scan0086 | Notification regarding the receipt of Sidemember Channels and Plates for a Phantom III, and advising that cruciform parts are still outstanding. | ||
| View original record | X327 Rm. c. Rm/Gry. c. E. c. By. Roy/Dnl/ME.2.11.36. Please note, the two sets of Sidemember Channels and Plates for Phantom III. in .080" material have now been received. We have not yet received… | ||
| scan0087 | Update on the receipt of Sidemember Channels and Plates for the Phantom III, noting that cruciform parts are still outstanding. | ||
| View original record | Rm. c. Rm/Gry. c. E. c. By. X327 Roy/Dnl/ME.2.11.36. Please note, the two sets of Sidemember Channels and Plates for Phantom III. in .080" material have now been received. We have not yet received… | ||
| scan0088 | Driving visibility and chassis frame height for the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | 334.327. Rm. c. Sg. Hs. Da. Rm/Les.EV. E.2/HP.6.11.36. Phantom III Driving Visibility. I am attaching herewith two blueprints LeC.5366 and N.Sch.4947, which give all the dimensions concerned in fixing… | ||
| scan0089 | Blueprint detailing the height of the frame from the ground at the rear end, assuming the car is fully laden. | ||
| View original record | LEC 5366 TYRES 7.000 x 18.000 BUFFER CLEARANCE = 3.500 ¢ OF REAR AXLE LEVEL TOP OF FRAME FULL BUMP = 4.250 7.550 19.450 8.425 4.350 A 15.100 ROLLING RAD SPRING A/S .400 NEGATIVE CAMBER GROUND NORMAL… | ||
| scan0090 | Blueprint detailing the front frame height calculations for a Phantom III vehicle when fully laden. | ||
| View original record | N.Sc.H. 4947 OF FRAME LEVEL TOP SCALE - APPROX 1/2 FRAME HEIGHT AT FRONT - Ph III O.M 5/11/36 GROUND LEVEL. THIS IS ASSUMING CAR FULLY LADEN. ROLLS-ROYCE, LTD. DERBY 8. NOV 28 15.100 ROLLING RADIUS.… | ||
| scan0091 | Confirming receipt of Cruciform Assemblies and Front Crossmember parts for the Phantom III, which were sent to the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | 327. Rm. c. Rm/Gry. G.E. G. By. Roy/Dn1/ME.6.11.36. Please note we have now received the two Cruciform Assemblies and the two sets of Front Crossmember and Cover in .080" material for Phantom III. We… | ||
| scan0092 | Questioning the use of rubber body mountings and requesting recommendations for the Continental P.III. | ||
| View original record | 327. Rm/Wym. Rm9/R.25.11.36. Do you think that now we have rubber between the axle and road springs at the back that we are still justified in using rubber body mounting ? In any case we have had to… | ||
| scan0093 | Frame heights on two Phantom III cars, 3.AZ.176 and 3.AZ.132. | ||
| View original record | 327 To JRM. [Struck through] Copy to E. Rm. Ldn. [Struck through] LAH. [Struck through] Hives. [Struck through] E/Ev.10/LN.27.11.36. Re Phantom III Frame Heights. We thank you for your L.S/C.25.11.36… | ||
| scan0094 | Standardisation of parts for the Phantom III, detailing the addition of holes in the cross frame to allow clutch cover stud withdrawal without engine removal. | ||
| View original record | RR.755 (5H) 20596 21/7/36 J.W.S. COMPLETED 23.2.37. PHANTOM III. STANDARDISATION of PARTS Description of Parts. HOLES IN CROSS OF FRAME. Origin. To enable clutch cover studs to be withdrawn without… | ||
| scan0095 | Standardisation of holes in the frame cross member for the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | PHANTOM III. STANDARDISATION of PARTS. REF No. MIII/1.AS.24 DATE 24.12.36 HOLES IN CROSS OF FRAME. To mount No of parts. Drawing No. K.25206. X K.7327 Report on Experimental Test. To enable clutch… | ||
| scan0096 | Dimensional error on the Phantom III frame and brakes since the first chassis. | ||
| View original record | RM/AFM. from RHC/Cy. Rm/GWH. c. to RHC. c. to Mx. c. to Hd. 327 Martindale Noted RHC/Cy.2/LS.8.6.37. PHANTOM III. FRAME & BRAKES. We have investigated the complaint from GWH. and find that an error of… | ||
| scan0097 | Options to weaken the Phantom III chassis frame by either lightening it or reducing its cost. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from D.Clapham. 2 327 2.11.37. Re. Phantom III. Chassis frame. The P.III. frame is considered to be unnecessarily strong. There are two ways in which it can be made weaker, (a) by lightening it… | ||
| scan0098 | Scheme for holes in the Phantom III frame cross-member to allow for starter motor removal. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. 327. DA.12/C.6.5.38. PHANTOM 111 - FRAME. A.F.M. Please receive herewith the following scheme :- F.CD.595 Holes in Cross to allow for removal of starter. The above scheme shews a large hole in… | ||
| scan0099 | Modification scheme for the Phantom III frame regarding the stay for the 2nd cross member to the body. | ||
| View original record | BY/MS. c. Rm. e. De/Br 327. DA.4/G.16.5.38. FDCD PHANTOM III - FRAME. Please receive herewith the following scheme :- F.CD.656 Modification to Stay (2nd Cross member to body). The above scheme shews… | ||
| scan0100 | Requesting an update on the agreed modification to the Phantom 111 diagonal rear stays. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Da/Ev. LE.8/C/29.4.38. Re Phantom 111. Diagonal Stays. With reference to your Da/Ev.10/G.26.10.37. when you were at the Show we discussed this matter and you agreed that as soon as possible the… | ||
| scan0101 | Cost breakdown for a Phantom III frame, number 327. | ||
| View original record | P III Frame 327. 44. 3. 7 Materials including jacks 11. 11. 3 Labour @ £4.4.4. 23. 2. 6 Charges £ 78. 17. 4 Frame as received from Thompson £ 19. 9. 9 | ||
| scan0102 | Design considerations and proposals for the Spectre Propeller Shaft. | ||
| View original record | X444 337 To BY. from Da. Da.2/HP.14.5.34. c. Wor. R. Hs. Hsy. RHG. Spectre Propeller Shaft. We have looked into the question of providing a plain parallel tube for the Spectre propeller shaft but it… | ||
| scan0103 | Required specifications for a Spectre model's propeller shaft. | ||
| View original record | X4694 337 To RM. from Da. c. Wor. Mr. Hs. Roy. RMD. Da.1/HP.16.6.34. Spectre propeller shaft. With reference to Da.2/HP.14.5.34, the use on the first car of the temporary J.S. gearbox causes the… | ||
| scan0104 | Follow-up letter from Laycock Engineering Co regarding the status of a Layrub Shaft supplied for testing. | ||
| View original record | LAYRUB · LAYMECH · PROPELLOR SHAFTS. TELEGRAMS: "INVENTION, SHEFFIELD" TELEPHONE: 70041-70042-70043 SHEFFIELD LAYCOCK ENGINEERING CO PROPRIETORS THOS W. WARD LTD. MOTOR COMPONENTS VICTORIA WORKS… | ||
| scan0105 | Letter to The Laycock Engineering Co. confirming a supplied Layrub propellor shaft has not yet been tested. | ||
| View original record | +337 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Gry.4/KW. 7th June, 1935. The Laycock Engineering Co., Victoria Works, Millhouses, Sheffield 8. Dear Sirs, Order No. 77848. Replying to your letter of the 24th May. With regard to… | ||
| scan0106 | Letter from Laycock Engineering Co. enquiring about the assembly of a Layrub Propeller Shaft for testing, referring to order no. 77848. | ||
| View original record | LAYRUB - LAYMECH - PROPELLOR SHAFTS. TELEGRAMS: "INVENTION, SHEFFIELD" TELEPHONE: 70041-70042-70043 SHEFFIELD LAYCOCK ENGINEERING CO MOTOR COMPONENTS PROPRIETORS THOS W. WARD LTD. VICTORIA WORKS… | ||
| scan0107 | Letter to Laycock Engineering Co. Ltd. regretting a delay in testing the Layrub Propellor Shaft. | ||
| View original record | (X337) Exptl. Dept. Hs/Gry.15/KW. 4th September,1935. The Laycock Engineering Co.Ltd., Victoria Works, Millhouses, Sheffield 8. Dear Sirs, Replying to your letter of August 29th, we regret that owing… | ||
| scan0108 | Experiments on the effects of out-of-balance propeller shafts on the Spectre model. | ||
| View original record | To E. c. to Nor. c. to Da. c. to Hy. c. to RMy. c. to HX. X337 Hs/Gry.3/KM.17.9.35. Propellor Shaft - Spectre. We have experimented on 1-S-1 car to find the effect of out of balance of the front end… | ||
| scan0109 | Longer propeller shaft for the Phantom III Long Chassis, detailing its dimensions and speed limitations. | ||
| View original record | X 337 DY. c.c. Mr. Hs. Dr. RMC. HB/Fm. E/RV. E/HDY.2/HP.31.1.36. Propeller Shaft Long Chassis - Phantom III We send herewith N.Sch.4749 which shows a propeller shaft 8" longer than the present shaft… | ||
| scan0110 | Specifications for a longer propeller shaft for the Phantom III long chassis. | ||
| View original record | 4337 Hy. c.c. Hs. Da. PHC. Hs/Rm. /v. Z/HDY.2/HP.31.1.36. Propeller Shaft Long Chassis - Phantom III We send herewith N.Sch.4749 which shows a propeller shaft 8" longer than the present shaft to suit… | ||
| scan0111 | Seizure issues with the Phantom III propeller shaft and proposed solutions. | ||
| View original record | DY. C.B. Hs. Da. RHC. Hs/Rm. X337 Ram GRY E/HDY.1/HP.4.5.36. Propeller Shaft - Phantom III. We are informed by the Experimental Department that the sliding joint of the propeller shaft frequently… | ||
| scan0112 | Propeller shaft seizure issues on the Phantom III and proposed solutions. | ||
| View original record | GRY x 337 c.c. Hc. Ha. HWE. Hs/Rm. HDY.1/HP.4.5.36. Propeller Shaft - Phantom III. We are informed by the Experimental Department that the sliding joint of the propeller shaft frequently shows heavy… | ||
| scan0113 | Request to modify a balancing cage for Ph.III propeller shafts due to balancing issues. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. X337 Hs/Rm.7/KW.6.5.36. We have had such a lot of trouble with the Ph.III propellor shafts that we should like to dynamically balance them. The cage in which the Peregrine shafts were balanced… | ||
| scan0114 | Necessity and methods for balancing propeller shafts on the Phantom III model. | ||
| View original record | To E. c. to Wor. c. to Da. c. to Hdy. c. to By. c. to Hx. c. to Sft. 4337 Hs/Gry.5/KW.1.5.36. Propellor Shafts - Phantom III. Reference to Hs/Gry.3/KW.17.9.35 will show that we emphasized the… | ||
| scan0115 | Joint vibration issues due to lubricant balance and the testing of a Bentley Hardy Spicer joint. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Gry.5/KW12.5.36. Thinking this difference of balance when not full of lubricant might be due to lumps of grease settling in various places, we cleaned a joint that had been balanced and ran it… | ||
| scan0116 | Photograph of a split metal clamping ring with its associated screws. | ||
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| scan0117 | Hardy Spicer propeller shaft for the Phantom III, with attached prints and stress data. | ||
| View original record | X337 GRY- This is rather interesting. Krs Ep c - De, Hs/Rm. E/HDC2/HP 20.5.36. Hardy Spicer Propeller Shaft, for Phantom III. We attach a print which we have received from Messrs. Hardy Spicer of the… | ||
| scan0118 | Comparative analysis of propeller shaft joint specifications for the Ph.III model. | ||
| View original record | COMPARISON OF PROPELLER SHAFTS FOR PH.III. Ph.III Engine Torque - 3700 ins/lbs. 1st Speed Torque - 10000 ins/lbs. | | Hardy Spicer Joint as on Bentley. | Hardy Spicer B.Series 1350. | Mechanics.… | ||
| scan0119 | The failure of a rear universal joint on a Vulture car's propeller shaft and the proposal for a new joint design. | ||
| View original record | To E. c. to Wor. c. to Da. c. to Hdy. c. to By. X337 Hs/Gry.4/KW.30.5.36. Propellor Shafts. We have to report a failure of the rear universal joint of the propellor shaft fitted to the Vulture car.… | ||
| scan0120 | Photograph of a universal joint or a similar mechanical linkage component. | ||
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| scan0121 | Study of methods and equipment for balancing the chassis propeller shaft. | ||
| View original record | Hs/RM. By. Wor. X P3 . Prop note V337 GRY - Please discuss with me Sft/WNW.1/DR.1.7.36. Rm PROPELLER SHAFT BALANCING. CHASSIS. In connection with the above, regarding the balancing of Chassis… | ||
| scan0122 | Requesting investigation into improving balance before implementing a new method. | ||
| View original record | -2- Sft/WNW.1/DR.1.7.36. Will you please look into this as we do not wish to use any new method until we are sure we can obtain the improvement in balance in a reasonable time. Sft. [Handwritten… | ||
| scan0123 | Technical note on material specifications for the Phantom III universal joint unit on the propeller shaft. | ||
| View original record | X337 BY.16/G.5.7.36. C. Hs/Rm. PHANTOM III - UNIVERSAL JOINT UNIT ON THE ENDS OF THE PROPELLER SHAFT. Please note that this piece should be made in S.Z.N.C.R. as soon as possible. It will not be… | ||
| scan0124 | Propeller shaft spindle test, comparing a Phantom III R.R. shaft with a Bentley Hardy Spicer shaft. | ||
| View original record | 4337 To Hs/Gry: He/WB.16/KW.7.7.36. Propellor Shaft Spindle Test. Comparison between Phantom III R.R. (G. 82089) and Bentley Hardy Spicer Shaft. With the shaft suspended by its rear axle coupling, a… | ||
| scan0125 | Lubrication issues with propeller shafts on 25/30 and Phantom III models, recommending a new lubricator. | ||
| View original record | To By. c. to E. c. to MX. + 337 Hs/Gry.17/JH.5.8.36. Propellor Shafts - 25/30 & Ph.III. We have had trouble on the past test in France on 22-G-V, and on other cars, owing to lack of lubrication of the… | ||
| scan0126 | Lubrication complaints for the sliding keys in the propeller shaft and recommending a change in grease. | ||
| View original record | BY/TWD. c. Sft/Mr.Scott. c. Hs/Grys. c. Mat. c. Ed. RE: LUBRICATION. SLIDING KEYS IN PROPELLER SHAFT BEHIND FORWARD UNIVERSAL JOINT. Hs/Grys. has complained of inadequate lubrication of the above… | ||
| scan0127 | Reverting to Duckham's HBB grease for propellor shaft sliding joints due to issues with a thinner alternative. | ||
| View original record | X337 To RHC. Hs/Gry.10/KW.20.8.36. Propellor Shafts. We wish to revert to the use of Duckham's HBB grease for packing the sliding joint of all propellor shafts, and in particular that of 35-EX. We… | ||
| scan0128 | Inadequacy of balancing Phantom III propeller shafts with kidney-shaped washers and recommending a new balancing flange. | ||
| View original record | x337 To By. c. to Sft. c. to Mx. Hs/Gry.5/KW.28.8.36. Phantom III Propellor Shafts. We do not consider that propellor shafts on this car can be balanced sufficiently accurately by the usual kidney… | ||
| scan0129 | Request to prepare a propeller shaft with a damper for a Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. X 33 Hs/Smth.4/KW.20.10.36. Phantom III Propellor Shaft. We want to try a propellor shaft damper on Phantom III. Will you please prepare a shaft using a 25 HP. sliding piece and damper at the… | ||
| scan0130 | Specifications for the Phantom III Propeller Shaft. | ||
| View original record | GRY 8337 E/HDY.3/HP.26.10.36. Phantom III Propeller Shaft. We send herewith N.Sch. 4928 showing the Spicer type propeller shaft for this car. The bolts for the flanges are to be a push fit (as for our… | ||
| scan0131 | Friction coefficient on propeller shaft splines for Hardy-Spicer and Phantom III shafts, and proposing further tests. | ||
| View original record | 337 (GRY.) Did W. Bell do these tests? Rm c. Rm.-Ba. E/HDY.1/HP.29.10.36. Propeller Shaft Splines. With regard to the difference in the coefficient of friction between the splines on the Hardy-Spicer… | ||
| scan0132 | Leaflet detailing the features of British-made 'Mechanics' Universal Joints of the roller bearing type. | ||
| View original record | X P3 for Shaft 337 BRITISH MADE “MECHANICS” UNIVERSAL JOINTS ROLLER BEARING TYPE. “MECHANICS” Roller Bearing Universal Joints have many distinctive features. This type of joint provides greater load… | ||
| scan0133 | Memo requesting a quote for a Bentley shaft, comparing it to a competitor's product. | ||
| View original record | CRY- This looks a better job than Spicer's. Can we get them to quote for a Bentley shaft & also give out-of-balance limits - they can hold. As it is a swaged tube I dont expect it will be cheap. Pim. | ||
| scan0134 | Letter from Benjamin Whittaker Ltd. discussing the supply and specifications of Mechanics Cardan Shafts. | ||
| View original record | 337. NEW YORK: 114/118 LIBERTY STREET PARIS: 8 RUE DU COLONEL RENARD, 17EME. BRUSSELS: 115 AVE. ADOLPHE BUYL, IXELLES TELEPHONE - HOLBORN 6024 TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS. "UBENWHIT WESTCENT LONDON" CABLE… | ||
| scan0135 | Request for a confirmatory test on a Hardy Spicer Phantom II propeller shaft to investigate its co-efficient of friction. | ||
| View original record | 337 T262 Rm/WB. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gryl/R.16.11.36. We want to obtain some more information on the co-efficient of friction in propeller shaft sliding joints. The last figures you took show that for some… | ||
| scan0136 | Instruction to run all Phantom III cars with the propeller shaft sliding joint at the rear. | ||
| View original record | 337 HPS. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry1/R.21.11.36. We wish to run all P.III cars with the propeller shaft sliding joint at the rear. Will you please carry this out on all cars as they come into the fitting… | ||
| scan0137 | Production difficulties and potential solutions for chassis propeller shafts. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. & Rm. From RHC. c. to E. c. to Ey. RHC.8/EJ.11.12.36. CHASSIS PROPELLER SHAFTS. Considerable difficulty is experienced in the production of Propeller Shafts owing in the first place to the fact… | ||
| scan0138 | Experiments on propeller shaft balance to determine noticeable unbalance levels. | ||
| View original record | 337 To E. from Rm/Gry. Hs. Da. Hdy. Rm/Gry.7/AP.12.12.36. PROPELLER SHAFT BALANCE. We have experimented on the Cadillac, whose arrangement of gear box suspension represents our suggestions for the… | ||
| scan0139 | Adaptation of the Wraith II propeller shaft for the Phantom III chassis. | ||
| View original record | GRY- 337.. How much heavier will the proposed Bentley shaft be than the Hardy Spicer we could, but have not, standardised. BY. C. E. B. Rm. HPS. E/HDY.1/HP. 7.12.37. Hm Phantom III - Hardy Spicer… | ||
| scan0140 | Continuation sheet detailing adjustments to joints and modifications to a lubricator for a transmission flywheel damper. | ||
| View original record | (sheet 2) 11 thousandths thick to give a range of plus 10 and - 10 adjustment on each joint. We have used only the thicker sizes of those that are available as we fear that the thinner discs may fly… | ||
| scan0141 | Design, supplier, and material specifications for the Phantom III propeller shaft. | ||
| View original record | GRY 337 BY. C: Hr. Ba. Rm. HFB. E/HDY.1/HP.11.2.37. Phantom III Propeller Shaft. We send herewith N.Sch.5029 which shows the propeller shaft to be supplied to us for this car by Messrs. Hardy Spicer,… | ||
| scan0142 | Requesting the construction of a Phantom III prop shaft damper with twice the inertia of the 25/30 unit. | ||
| View original record | x 337 HPS from Rm/Smth. Rm/Smth7/M.15.2.37. Ph.III Prop Shaft Damper. We want to try a prop shaft damper on Ph.III of twice the inertia of the 25/30 unit. Will you please build one up to the attached… | ||
| scan0143 | Requesting the balancing of a high inertia damper from engine 37-EX for fitment to engine 32-EX. | ||
| View original record | 337. To HPS. Rm/Smth.23/JH.3.3.37. 32-EX. We are handing you the high inertia damper removed from 37-EX. We think it is out of balance due to inaccurate location of the inertia rings. Will you please… | ||
| scan0144 | Requesting the construction of a new high inertia propeller shaft damper for the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | 337. HPS. from Rm/Smth. γ Rm/Smth.6/AP.3.3.37. PHANTOM III. HIGH INERTIA PROP. SHAFT DAMPER. The mock-up scheme Ex.26342/3 appears to be successful, and we should now like to try a damper which could… | ||
| scan0145 | Propeller shaft clearance on the experimental Phantom III cars. | ||
| View original record | 337. To Da. c.to E/EV. c.to Hn. c.to W/L.H -JLE. Rm/FB.3/DJ.17.3.37. Re Phantom III Propeller shaft clearance. We have checked our Experimental Phantom III cars and find we have never experienced any… | ||
| scan0146 | Propeller shaft clearance on the experimental Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | 337. To Ev. from Rm/FD. c. to Da. c. to Hn. c. to LA. c. to JLE. Rm/FD.2/AP.23.3.37. RE. PHANTOM III. PROPELLER SHAFT CLEARANCE. We have checked over our Experimental Phantom III. cars and find that… | ||
| scan0147 | With instructions on how to fit a propeller shaft damper, but to leave it off for the moment. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/Smth. Rm/Smth.8/AP.31.3.37. 37-EX. Will you please fit the propeller shaft damper somthat the sliding joint is at the rear. The flange to take the damper should be retained at the… | ||
| scan0148 | Requesting the construction of a Phantom III propeller shaft to investigate inconsistent balance issues after fitting transmission dampers. | ||
| View original record | 337. HPS. from Rm/Smth. Rm/Smth3/R.7.4.37. P.III PROPELLER SHAFT. We have recently fitted transmission dampers to one or two P.III's, and have been troubled by the propeller shaft balance being… | ||
| scan0149 | Balancing inconsistencies found in propeller shaft dampers, particularly on the Phantom III model. | ||
| View original record | 1262 337 To RHC. from Rm/Smth. c. HS. c. By. c. HPS. Rm/Smth.10/AP.16.4.37 PROPELLER SHAFT DAMPERS We have been troubled by inconsistency of balance in propeller shaft dampers. Propeller shaft… | ||
| scan0150 | Covering memo for a copy of a report sent to RHC on the balancing of Phantom III propeller shaft dampers. | ||
| View original record | To Mx. from Rm/Smth. 337 Rm/Smth.8/AP.26.4.37 We attach hereto copy of memo sent to RHC. on balancing of Phantom III. propeller shaft dampers. Rm/Smth. | ||
| scan0151 | Gear lever vibrations related to the Hardy Spicer propeller shaft on a 32-EX Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | CHATEAUROUX. 32/ also 300u To. Rm. c.c. Rm/Gry. c.c. Rm/GWH. 32-EX. PHANTOM III. Hardy Spicer Propellor Shaft. Replying to your remarks in Rm/Gry.I4.AP. I4.7.37., our only reports on vibration have… | ||
| scan0152 | Standardisation of the Phantom III propeller shaft sliding joint at the rear of the shaft. | ||
| View original record | RR 755 (10H) 38137 7-4-37 WHK 26070 COMPLETED 23.8.37. PHANTOM III STANDARDISATION OF PARTS. Description of Parts: PROPELLOR SHAFT SLIDING JOINT AT REAR OF SHAFT. Origin: To prevent unbalance of… | ||
| scan0153 | The standardization of the Phantom III propellor shaft sliding joint. | ||
| View original record | PHANTOM III STANDARDISATION OF PARTS COMPLETED Description of parts. PROPELLOR SHAFT SLIDING JOINT AT GEARBOX. Origin. To prevent unbalance of grease in joint and to reduce vibration. Report of… | ||
| scan0154 | Two Phantom III Hardy Spicer propeller shafts that are too long for cars with overdrive gearboxes. | ||
| View original record | HPS. from Rm/Gry. 337 Rm/Gry2/R.27.10.37. P.III HARDY SPICER PROPELLER SHAFT. We seem to have two of this kind of shaft in the Fitting Shop, and neither of them can be fitted to cars because they are… | ||
| scan0155 | Requesting an order to have two Phantom III propeller shafts shortened by the Hardy Spicer Company. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. from HPS/WSC. c. to G/MS. c. to G/Rb. c. to Rm/Gry. 337 HPS/WSC.2/VS.27.10.37. O/54117. PHANTOM III PROPELLER SHAFTS. We hand you herewith :- 2 Phantom III Hardy Spicer Propeller Shafts. Will… | ||
| scan0156 | Letter to supplier Hardy Spicer & Co. Ltd., regarding the Phantom III propeller shaft specifications and a quotation request. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Gry.2/AP. March 9th.1938 J.A.Daniell Esq., Messrs Hardy Spicer & Co.Ltd., Birch Road, Witton, BIRMINGHAM 6. Dear Mr. Daniell, Further to our telephone conversation about the Phantom III. propeller… | ||
| scan0157 | Confirming an order for a propeller shaft from Hardy Spicer for a Phantom III and requesting a covering order. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. from Rm/Gry. 337 c. G/JWH. Rm/Gry.3/AP.9.3.38 We have ordered from Hardy Spicer a propeller shaft to G.85718 for use on the Phantom III. Will you please send them a covering order. Rm/Gry. | ||
| scan0158 | Quotation from Hardy Spicer & Co. Ltd for the supply of propeller shafts for the Phantom 111. | ||
| View original record | QUOTATION 337 TELEPHONE: BIRCHFIELD 4504/9 (6 Lines). TELEGRAMS: AUTOJOINTS, BIRMINGHAM. HARDY SPICER & CO. LIMITED BIRCH ROAD, WITTON BIRMINGHAM, 6 Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, Derby.… | ||
| scan0159 | Technical drawing of a tubular propshaft assembly with universal joints. | ||
| View original record | SPLIT PIN 7-72-29 BOLT GB 7.73-1119 NUT GB 7-74-21 WASHER GB 7-75-20 8 OFF EACH, PER SHAFT FLANGE YOKE K3-2-119 SNAP RING K3-7-G819 BEARING ASSEMBLY K3-G-18 JOURNAL ASS. K3-5-58 SLEEVE ASS. K3-3-78 4… | ||
| scan0160 | Letter to Hardy Spicer & Co. Ltd. clarifying the flange design for a Phantom III shaft. | ||
| View original record | 387. March 15th.1938 Rm/Gry.2/AP. Messrs. Hardy Spicer & Co.Ltd., Birch Road, Witton, BIRMINGHAM 6 For the attention of Mr.K.E.Tatlow. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your quotation dated 14th inst. for a… | ||
| scan0161 | Letter from supplier Hardy Spicer regarding a temporary change in propeller shaft flange design for the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | 126F 337 MANUFACTURERS OF HARDY SPICER UNIVERSAL JOINTS & PROPELLOR SHAFTS. MANUFACTURERS OF GENUINE HARDY FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS. MANUFACTURERS OF BRITISH BOUND BROOK OIL-LESS BEARINGS. MANUFACTURERS OF… | ||
| scan0162 | Letter from Hardy Spicer & Co. about a revised data book for needle roller joints. | ||
| View original record | MANUFACTURERS OF HARDY SPICER UNIVERSAL JOINTS & PROPELLOR SHAFTS. MANUFACTURERS OF GENUINE HARDY FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS. MANUFACTURERS OF BRITISH BOUND BROOK OIL-LESS BEARINGS. MANUFACTURERS OF COMPO… | ||
| scan0163 | Propeller shaft failure on the Phantom III due to faulty sweating and proposing a more economical solution. | ||
| View original record | F.J. HARDY - seeme To. Ey & Rm ..... From RHC. C to HS: RHC.1/MC.4.4.38. PROPELLER SHAFTS - PHANTOM III. 337. The failure encountered on one of the above units due to faulty sweating is admitted to be… | ||
| scan0164 | Letter from Hardy Spicer & Co. requesting data regarding a propeller and axle shaft alteration. | ||
| View original record | FTH 1262 4300 / 2472 x 120 = 209 33.2.19 387 MANUFACTURERS OF HARDY SPICER UNIVERSAL JOINTS & PROPELLOR SHAFTS. MANUFACTURERS OF GENUINE HARDY FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS. MANUFACTURERS OF BRITISH BOUND BROOK… | ||
| scan0165 | Phantom III propeller shaft failure, attributing it to faulty sweating and detailing a design alteration to increase pin diameter. | ||
| View original record | RHC. Rm. c. Hs. 337. BY.9/N.6.4.38. Re: Phantom III - Propeller Shafts. Referring to your memo RHC.1/MC.4.4.38, pointing out the failure of the propeller shaft was due to faulty sweating, and not a… | ||
| scan0166 | Letter to Messrs Hardy Spicer & Co. Ltd. providing requested technical data. | ||
| View original record | +262 337 Rm/FJH.6/AP. April 21st.1938. Messrs Hardy Spicer & Co.Ltd., Birch Road,, Witton, BIRMINGHAM.6. For the attention of J.A.Daniell Esq. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of 6th inst.… | ||
| scan0167 | Letter to Hardy Spicer & Co. Ltd. discussing propeller shafts, rear axles, and wheel fixings. | ||
| View original record | 1262 397 Rm/Gry.7/WH. 29th. April 1938. Messrs. Hardy Spicer & Co. Ltd., Witton, BIRMINGHAM. Dear Mr.Daniell, There are one or two points we should like to discuss with you about propellor shafts and… | ||
| scan0168 | Letter from Hardy Spicer & Co. to Mr. Grills at Rolls Royce, confirming a meeting arrangement. | ||
| View original record | 337 MANUFACTURERS & PATENTEES OF THE SPICER UNIVERSAL JOINTS & PROPELLER SHAFTS. MANUFACTURERS & PATENTEES OF THE HARDY FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS & PROPELLER SHAFTS. MANUFACTURERS & PATENTEES OF THE BRITISH… | ||
| scan0169 | Investigation into using a 3' diameter Hardy Spicer propeller shaft on a Phantom III model. | ||
| View original record | DI/NS. c. Rm/Gry. 337. DA.1/G.26.5.38. PHANTOM 111. PROPELLER SHAFT. fe/AS We have investigated the use of a 3" dia. Hardy Spicer propeller shaft on P.111, and send herewith G.CD.688 shewing the… | ||