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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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Distributing standardisation sheets for experiments on rear springs, a luggage bracket, and a back axle.20th Aug 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0195
Comparison of the springing and riding characteristics between car models 1.EX and 6.EX.20th Aug 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0196
Front bumper test report detailing Brinell hardness results for an 11-leaf spring.14th Oct 1928Box 80 \ 2  scan0197
Log sheet detailing the results and failures during a bumper and spring endurance test.30th Aug 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0198
Log sheet detailing component failures, maintenance activities, and replacements against total run hours.26th Aug 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0199
Front buffer spring test report, detailing Brinell hardness and run time.22th Sep 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0200
Visit to Jonas Woodhead & Sons Ltd. concerning the production and delivery of chassis rear road springs.30th Aug 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0201
Technical bulletin regarding the cause and cure for squeaking rear leaf springs.30th Aug 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0202
The work carried out on the 1.EX Car before dispatch.31th Aug 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0203
Standardisation sheets for various vehicle parts.1st Sep 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0204
Cause and potential remedies for squeaking leaf springs.9th Sep 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0205
Methods for greasing and protecting car springs to reduce noise and wear.3rd Sep 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0206
Forwarding correspondence regarding rear springs from supplier Jonas Woodhead & Sons Ltd.6th Sep 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0207
Test report on Ferodo interleaving material fitted to the springs of an experimental car and its effect on axle dithering.7th Sep 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0208
Testing methods for leaf springs, comparing greasing against using interleaving material.1st Sep 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0209
Extract discussing steering wobble and transmission knock issues in present production cars.7th Sep 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0210
Extract discussing transmission design choices, torque tubes, and electrical installation schemes including starter and ignition systems.7th Sep 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0211
Standardisation of chassis parts, specifically pre-war thin leaf type rear road springs.20th Aug 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0212
Lubrication of road springs and modifications to rear shock dampers for improved ride quality.10th Sep 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0213
Ferodo interleaving for springs and suggesting alternative materials and designs.10th Sep 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0214
Log sheet for a bump test on a front chassis, detailing issues with suspension and other components over time.2nd Oct 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0215
Bumper test report for a front spring, detailing Brinell hardness results and failure analysis for each leaf.21th Sep 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0216
Tests conducted on the 6.EX car to determine the effect of rear shock absorbers with different tyre pressures.22th Sep 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0217
Test results of rear shock absorbers, including noise issues, potential solutions using Ferodo Discs, and recommendations for their use.22th Sep 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0218
Bumper test results for a 10-leaf spring, detailing Brinell hardness, run time, and failure points.7th Oct 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0219
Results of Brinell hardness tests on various spring leaves.19th Jul 1917Box 80 \ 2  scan0220
Test report for a 10-leaf front chassis spring (F.4629), detailing Brinell hardness, test results, and duration.29th Sep 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0221
From Mr. Royce detailing his autumn road test of experimental car 1.EX and comments on production cars and road conditions.26th Sep 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0222
Improving ride comfort through adjustments to tyres, springs, and axle ratios.26th Sep 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0223
Car performance, issues with a Hawk aero engine, and recommendations for suspension and electrical improvements.26th Sep 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0224
Rear springing of cars, addressing weight discrepancies, damping issues, and the influence of tyre manufacturing changes.28th Sep 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0225
Test report for a 10-leaf spring, detailing Brinell hardness and endurance test results.7th Oct 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0226
Investigating a knocking issue from the rear spring and axle, detailing customer complaints, test findings, and proposing two potential solutions.30th Sep 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0227
Necessity of sideways clearance for a spring and roller assembly to prevent binding.30th Sep 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0228
Test report detailing the results of bumper spring tests on a front chassis.1st Oct 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0229
Tests comparing oil type thin leaf springs with present thick leaf springs on a 40/50 chassis.10th Oct 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0230
The comparison between thin and thick leaf springs, considering performance, reliability, and customer feedback.10th Oct 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0231
Continued memorandum discussing the issue of overly stiff car springs and correct weight specifications.10th Oct 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0232
Spring testing for the 40/50 chassis, comparing ride quality with different springs and the effect of shock absorbers.7th Oct 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0233
Test report on a front bumper, new engine rear suspension brackets, and Dunlop wire wheels with 72 spokes.7th Oct 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0234
Vehicle issues including suspension springing, steering wobbles, and spark plug overoiling.6th Oct 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0235
Vehicle suspension issues, including springs, shock absorbers, wobbles, and tyres, particularly in relation to American roads.7th Oct 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0236
List of vehicle faults and points for discussion, page 2.7th Oct 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0237
Report discussing vehicle springing, wobbles, and tyre performance issues.7th Oct 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0238
List of vehicle faults and observations for discussion.10th Oct 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0239
Forwarding a cablegram from Mr. Platford about a complaint regarding American springing and shock absorbers.10th Oct 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0240
Comparison of axle ratio, springs, and shock absorbers for specific car models.9th Oct 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0241
Copy telegram regarding a cable received about obtaining and fitting springs.15th Oct 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0242
Jumper test report for a front chassis, detailing the performance and failure of various leaf springs.15th Oct 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0243
New type of spring with a gunmetal hoop, noting its rough finish and offering it for testing purposes.23th Oct 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0244
Cost versus benefit of grinding all the leaves on rear springs.25th Oct 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0245
The design and assembly of front springs, specifically about using nibs and slots.27th Oct 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0246
Suggesting a new wearing plate design to fix a knock in the rear axle springs.1st Nov 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0247
Bumper test report on an 11-leaf spring, showing Brinell hardness and failures.5th Nov 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0248
Letter discussing the 'King's Patent Spring Oiler', accompanied by a leaflet and a sample.8th Nov 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0249
Fitting of thin leaf springs and a friction device to the steering pivots on all American cars.9th Nov 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0250
From CJ to EP regarding a telephone message from Mr. Royce and the subsequent need to send cables to America.8th Nov 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0251
Telephone message from R. to CJ regarding front pivot friction washers and road springs.6th Nov 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0252
Points for attention for American post-war cars following a visit.11th Nov 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0253
Petrol system issues, spring shackle clearances, and sheet nickel silver for radiators.11th Nov 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0254
Copy of a cable to Springfield regarding a changeover of springs for certain vehicle types.26th Nov 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0255
Test report on an 11-leaf bumper, detailing Brinell hardness and endurance test results.26th Nov 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0256
Log sheet detailing the results of a bumper test, including component failures and run times.23th Nov 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0257
Review of the increasing cost of materials for the 40/50 HP chassis, comparing current costs to pre-war figures.23th Nov 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0258
The cost and quality of raw materials like copper and spelter, and the future pricing trends.23th Nov 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0259
Faulty lubrication in the double swivel front link for cantilever springs.10th Dec 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0260
The alteration of back springs and new mandatory testing procedures for cars.17th Feb 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0261
Proposal to revert to tapered-end rear leaf springs from the current bent-end design to improve ride quality and reduce squeaking.5th Mar 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0262
Modifications to spring plates, friction, and reverting to a previous rear spring design.5th Mar 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0263
Requesting the production of a new style of rear spring with thinned ends and ferodo strips.4th Apr 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0264
Outlining instructions for testing three different designs of road springs.19th Apr 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0265
Typed memorandum discussing modifications to road springs, including clips and plate ends.19th Apr 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0266
Extract listing parts to be fitted to a car for West Wittering.19th Apr 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0267
Testing of Ferodo material for the bedding of sheared road springs.28th Apr 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0268
Query regarding the design and performance of rear springs to prevent squeaking.20th May 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0269
30-hour bumping rig test of new road springs from Messrs. Woodhead.21th May 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0270
Querying the status of supplying non-split type rear springs for a trials car.27th May 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0271
Specifications for special road springs fitted to car 49-GB, with details for Near Side and Off Side.28th May 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0272
Delay and a list of new parts being fitted to the 6.EX car.28th May 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0273
Car modifications including a luggage grid and an analysis of rear spring mechanics.31th May 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0274
Typed memorandum discussing the use of different materials, such as sheet brass, between plates to prevent seizure.31th May 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0275
Bumper test log sheet detailing chassis running hours and observed failures on rear springs and shock absorbers.2nd Jun 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0276
The squeaking of chassis rear springs, a proposed design change, and testing of Ferodo inter-leaving material.8th Jun 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0277
Letter from Ferodo Limited concerning the performance and inspection of spring interleaving material.1st Jun 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0278
The production status and delivery of various types of rear springs from supplier Jonas Woodhead & Sons Ltd.1st Jun 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0279
Test report on rear road springs detailing issues with cracked leaves after a 36-hour bump rig test.1st Jun 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0280
The performance of standard and modified springs, including a test of Ferodo strips.3rd Jun 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0281
Design and urgent procurement of rear springs for Mr. Royce's car from the supplier Woodheads.10th Jun 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0282
Report comparing bumping rig test results for two different designs of rear leaf springs, detailing failures in one type.10th Jun 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0283
Continued page of a document detailing stress on plates.1st Jun 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0284
The mathematical investigation and stress testing of rear road springs.11th Jun 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0285
Incorrect thickness of chassis rear springs received for Mr. Royce's car and requesting an order for new sets.14th Jun 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0286
Correspondence regarding an error in the thickness of special tapered rear springs from supplier Messrs. Woodheads.15th Jun 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0287
Correspondence regarding a misinterpretation of a drawing for thin-ended springs during a 10,000-mile standardisation test.14th Jun 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0288
Report following a visit to supplier Jonas Woodhead & Sons Ltd. regarding spring requirements and production.15th Jun 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0289
Advisability of allowing Woodheads to test repaired and re-built springs.14th Jun 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0290
Modification and collection of rear springs for Mr. Royce's car from the supplier Woodheads.15th Jun 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0291
Typed memo regarding the thickness specifications for springs at the end of a lever.15th Jun 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0292
Reporting on the failure of a new design of thick leaf rear springs during bump rig testing.21th Jun 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0293
Log sheet detailing failures during a bumper test on the rear of a chassis.25th Jun 1920Box 80 \ 2  scan0294


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