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From the Rolls-Royce experimental archive: a quarter of a million communications from Rolls-Royce, 1906 to 1960's. Documents from the Sir Henry Royce Memorial Foundation (SHRMF).
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Revised Peregrine 2 chassis and its suitability for a six light saloon body.19th Sep 1931Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page01
Frame stiffness, body construction, and engine mounting strategies.19th Sep 1931Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page02
Construction and production of car bodies for 'JAPAN 3' and 'PEREGRINE 2' models.19th Jan 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page03
Report discussing options and strategies for sourcing and building car bodies, including experimental and production models.1st Jan 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page04
Short memo from Sg. to EV regarding designs for 'Bodies', specifically 'Peregrine' and 'Bensport'.1st Jan 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page05
Comments on coachwork parts for the Peregrine Two model, comparing them to the 25HP and J.3 models.13th Feb 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page06
Design of step irons and proposing a method for weight reduction.23th Feb 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page07
Secret memo regarding chassis delivery by Whitsun and coachbuilding decisions for the Peregrine project.23th Feb 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page08
The deceptive naming of car models to conceal their identity from coachbuilders.18th Apr 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page09
Letter to Park Ward & Co. regarding the specification and weight requirements for a Bentley 'A' four-light saloon body.18th Apr 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page10
Specification of coachwork for a Park Ward Four Light Saloon on a Bentley 'A' Model chassis, noted as 'Peregrine'.18th Apr 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page11
Specifications document for coachwork, detailing floors, accessories, weight, delivery, and supplied drawings.28th Apr 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page12
Letter to Messrs Park Ward & Co. Ltd. confirming technical specifications for a Bentley 'A' Model Light Saloon.28th Apr 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page13
List of agreed-upon design modifications including door locks, screen pillar angle, seats, and bonnet hinge height.28th Apr 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page14
Dispatch of a drawing for a four-door, six-light saloon body to Peregrine Bodies.28th Apr 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page15
Design specifications for the first Peregrine four-door saloon by Park Ward.28th Apr 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page16
Accessories required for the first Peregrine body.25th May 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page17
Letter from coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. Ltd. discussing the coachwork for a Bentley 'A' Saloon (Peregrine).25th May 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page18
Confirming the supply of accessories for the 'Peregrine' first body, with the exception of the high frequency horn.27th May 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page19
The supply and preference of accessories like windscreen wipers and horns for Peregrine and J.3 bodies.28th May 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page20
Provision of accessories for the Peregrine Ist and 2-J.3 bodies.30th May 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page21
The collection and fitting of a 4-door saloon body for the Peregrine model.16th Jun 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page22
Request for permission to send a lorry to collect the first Peregrine body from Messrs. Park Ward.20th Jun 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page23
The mounting of the first Peregrine body onto its chassis.24th Jun 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page24
Delayed collection of a Peregrine body from Park Wards.24th Jun 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page25
Delay in producing a Peregrine body and a dispute over a lorry journey's load.29th Jun 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page26
Body fitting issues for the Peregrine II and J.III models, including chassis fouling and instrument panel specifications.29th Jun 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page27
Request for a replacement tail lamp for a Bentley 'A' body that was used on a Trials car.6th Jul 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page28
The supply of a combination stop and tail lamp for a Peregrine/Bentley trials car.6th Jul 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page29
Chassis and body modifications for the Peregrine II.22th Jul 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page30
Instructions to Messrs Park Ward & Co. for the construction of five Bentley 'Peregrine' 'A' Model bodies.10th Aug 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page31
Specifications for different car bodies and coordinating with coachbuilders Park Ward & Co.10th Aug 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page32
Design alterations and specifications for the Bentley 'A' Model.16th Aug 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page33
Delivery of bodies, wheels, hubs, and tools for Peregrine and Bensport models.7th Sep 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page34
The provision of tools for Bensport and the delivery schedules for vehicle bodies.10th Sep 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page35
Supply of accessories for Peregrine bodies to the coachbuilder Messrs Park Ward.10th Sep 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page36
Arranging the collection of a 4-door saloon body and a model Bensport radiator.26th Sep 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page37
The collection of a Bentley 'Peregrine' body and a 'Bensport' radiator.27th Sep 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page38
Commencing the fitting of the second Peregrine II body and proposing Sanderson & Holmes for the job.27th Sep 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page39
Production schedule for the 3rd Peregrine body, coordinating with Park Wards for the wings.6th Oct 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page40
Secret memo discussing body life failures and the rationale for retaining the body subframe due to chassis rigidity concerns.1st Oct 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page41
Explaining the causes for the delay in the delivery of a body for 3.PER.2.7th Oct 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page42
Production and supply of Peregrine car bodies, addressing rattles and supplier choice.7th Oct 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page43
Supply and fitting of tail lamps for Peregrine and Bensport bodies.10th Oct 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page44
The dispatch of a tail lamp and a proposed auxiliary lamp for a 'Peregrine' body.11th Oct 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page45
Secret memo requesting permission for a lorry to collect the 3rd Peregrine body.12th Oct 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page46
Instructions given to coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. regarding the wings and dashboard for chassis 3-Per-2.13th Oct 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page47
Structural issues and rattles in the Peregrine body, comparing it to other models and American manufacturing.13th Oct 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page48
Car body construction, weight, strength, and comparison with American steel bodies.29th Apr 1934Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page49
Quotations and production strategies for Peregrine car bodies.13th Oct 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page50
Complaint regarding irritating rattles in 'Peregrine' bodies due to poor quality ironmongery and fittings.19th Oct 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page51
Bodywork features and suggested modifications.28th Oct 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page52
Vehicle rattles from shutters and headlamps, and issues with the storage of road tools.28th Oct 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page53
Requesting permission to collect the body for the 4th Peregrine II chassis from Park Wards.18th Nov 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page54
Arrangements for collecting and mounting Peregrine bodies with coachbuilder Park Ward.19th Nov 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page55
Permission for a lorry to collect a Peregrine body from Messrs. Park Wards.25th Nov 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page56
Issues found during a test run of the Peregrine model, specifically concerning mud splash and ventilator water ingress.5th Dec 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page57
Arranging the return of front wings from two Peregrine Bodies to Park Ward Ltd. for modification.22th Dec 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page58
Comparing the weights of different Bentley 'A' body styles.24th Dec 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page59
Logistics for collecting a Peregrine (Bentley A) body from Park Wards and returning other parts.29th Dec 1932Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page60
Confirming agreements on criticisms of the 2.PER.II model.9th Jan 1933Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page61
Design modifications for the back panel, steering column, exhaust, and controls.15th Feb 1933Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page62
Enquiry into complaints about a Park Ward body, specifically regarding wind noise from the sliding sun roof.15th Feb 1933Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page63
In-house production of sheet metal wheel-arches for the Per.2 model, using a new press.17th Feb 1933Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page64
Wind noise complaints on car 3 PER.11, specifically regarding the sliding roof and bodywork by Park Ward.17th Feb 1933Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page65
The availability of a Peregrine 6-light saloon for photography.13th Mar 1933Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page66
Production options for Peregrine sheet metal wheel arches, referencing sketches and a separate requirement for Bentley wheel arches.3rd Apr 1933Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page67
Inquiry about the availability of a Peregrine 6-light Saloon for photography.3rd Apr 1933Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page68
The unavailability of the Peregrine Six Light Saloon for photography.5th Apr 1933Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page69
Investigating criticisms of a car body mounting and subsequent adjustments by Park Ward & Co.11th Apr 1933Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page70
List of modifications carried out on a car body by Park Wards, after original mounting by Sanderson & Holmes.12th Apr 1933Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page71
Arranging for Park Ward's to inspect criticised coachwork and requesting the car's return and a reference number.20th Apr 1933Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page72
Coachwork modifications on a Bentley body, regarding the steering wheel and front seat position.21th Apr 1933Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page73
The body inspection for car 3.Per.II, body number 3627.22th Apr 1933Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page74
Planned visit from Mr. Ward of Park Ward & Co. to the Works to inspect car bodies and a chassis.26th Apr 1933Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page75
Instructions regarding the scrapping of Peregrine cars and salvaging specific chassis and parts for experimental use.23th Nov 1934Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page76
Letter to Messrs. Park Ward Ltd. arranging the disposal of two motor car bodies.30th Nov 1934Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page77
Confirming the sending of a J-III body for disposal and a 4-PER-II body to Park Wards.1st Dec 1934Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page78
Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co. Ltd regarding the receipt of two second-hand bodies for disposal.1st Dec 1934Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page79
The status of a potential sale of a second-hand car body to a Mr. Hall.3rd Dec 1934Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page80
Confirming an agreement to give a second-hand car body to Mr. E.R. Hall.4th Dec 1934Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page81
Typed letter confirming a telephone conversation about sourcing a second-hand car body for chassis B-130-AH.13th Dec 1934Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page82
Sale and availability of second-hand car bodies.17th Dec 1934Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page83
Request for a lorry to deliver 2 Peregrine bodies and collect 3 variable pitch propellers.19th Dec 1934Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page84
The disposal and despatch of two Peregrine car bodies and associated parts to Lillie Hall.19th Dec 1934Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page85
Confirming the despatch of two Peregrine bodies to Lillie Hall.21th Dec 1934Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page86
Confirming arrangements to send a Peregrine body to Park Wards.3rd Jan 1935Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page87
Arranging the delivery of two second-hand Peregrine car bodies and their associated parts.17th Jan 1935Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page88
Request for permission to deliver two Peregrine bodies to London.17th Jan 1935Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page89
Concerning the despatch of three Peregrine car bodies to various locations.18th Jan 1935Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page90
Despatch and disposal of second-hand Peregrine bodies to Lillie Hall.17th Apr 1935Box 1 \ 1  B001_104 Body-page91
Recommended fuel mixture for detonations, a 4-cylinder car for Mr. Royce, and fitting aluminium pistons.17th Dec 1918Box 1 \ 2  B001_X 53-page01
Benzol and petrol fuel mixtures for Car X.53 to prevent engine detonation.5th Feb 1919Box 1 \ 2  B001_X 53-page02
Use of benzole and petrol/benzole fuel mixtures in cars, including freezing risks and mixture control settings.7th Feb 1919Box 1 \ 2  B001_X 53-page03
Use of benzole and petrol fuel mixtures and proposing a customer leaflet.7th Feb 1919Box 1 \ 2  B001_X 53-page04
Advantages of using an 80% petrol and 20% benzole fuel mixture.5th Feb 1919Box 1 \ 2  B001_X 53-page05
Supplying radiator blanking plates to customers using benzol fuel to prevent damage.13th Mar 1919Box 1 \ 2  B001_X 53-page06
Notes on carburation, engine temperature, and the use of benzol/petrol mixtures to improve performance.13th Mar 1919Box 1 \ 2  B001_X 53-page07
The effects of using benzol and petrol fuel mixtures.13th Mar 1919Box 1 \ 2  B001_X 53-page08
Page discussing the effects and adjustments required for a 50% Benzol and 50% Petrol fuel mixture.13th Mar 1919Box 1 \ 2  B001_X 53-page09


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