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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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Performance and issues of Autoflux petrol pumps, with comparisons to other marques.24th Aug 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0222
Telegram reporting a broken connecting rod and engine case.15th Aug 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0223
Testing of an Autoflux petrol pump, piston conditions, temperature variations, and a proposed radiator change.25th Aug 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0224
The examination and faults of vehicle components including the cutout, ignition, fuel system, and engine.25th Aug 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0225
Hand-drawn and colored diagram of a fuel piping system with a filter and tap.26th Aug 1935Box 82 \ 1  scan0226
Telegram reporting an engine as 'hopeless' and 'impossible to run' and requesting a new one.26th Aug 1935Box 82 \ 1  scan0227
Catastrophic engine failure during a high-speed run, including damage assessment and telegram correspondence.26th Aug 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0228
Petrol pump delivery tests, measuring flow rates from the tank at different starting fuel levels.26th Aug 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0229
Telegram regarding a car with a sealed bonnet held at customs, requiring transport for it to be resealed.28th Aug 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0230
Letter detailing modifications to S.U. petrol pumps and arrangements for car shipment from France to Derby.28th Aug 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0231
Confirming the situation of various goods, brake parts, and springs.4th Sep 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0232
Delays in transporting car 1.B.IV from France to Derby for examination.8th Sep 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0233
Strip report on the condition of a B.4 Unit dismantled following the failure of a balance weight stud.29th Sep 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0234
Condition report detailing the state of engine components including pistons, rods, bearings, and cylinders.29th Sep 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0235
Inspection report detailing the condition and wear of various mechanical components.29th Sep 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0236
Test report on the condition of camshafts and crankcase bearer arms following testing.29th Sep 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0237
Chassis 1-B-4 being taken for a second 10,000-mile test in France.30th Sep 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0238
Requesting a report on specific components during a Bentley 10,000-mile test.28th Sep 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0239
Post Office Telegraph form confirming that a car ran well.2nd Oct 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0240
Car's performance and issues during a road test from France.3rd Oct 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0241
Car's springing and ride comfort issues on various road types.3rd Oct 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0242
Improvements to steering and dampers, and reporting issues with radiator mounting and bonnet brackets.4th Oct 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0243
Investigating roughness at high speeds, suggesting the cause may be the propeller shaft or needle bearings.5th Oct 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0244
Letter to Mr. G.W. Hancock in France regarding car performance issues and settings.5th Oct 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0245
Brake fade issues on test cars and arranging a comparative test run.5th Oct 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0246
Post office telegram reporting on car mileage and the status of a report.9th Oct 1923Box 82 \ 1  scan0247
Typed communication regarding the progress and issues of a vehicle mileage test.6th Oct 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0248
Typed telegram to G.W. Hancock in France regarding a mileage test.6th Oct 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0249
Status of various vehicle components after testing.9th Oct 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0250
Findings on vehicle performance issues including pedals, engine roughness, oil consumption, and dampers.7th Oct 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0251
Telegram regarding trouble with new pistons and the requirement for a modified cylinder block.11th Oct 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0252
Telegram regarding a split piston that probably needs to be despatched.30th Oct 1929Box 82 \ 1  scan0253
Radiator tests comparing performance with shutters open versus in operation at high speeds.11th Oct 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0254
Telegram from Hancock to Hives reporting a bad piston knock at 5000 miles and that the vehicle is being dismantled.20th Oct 1938Box 82 \ 1  scan0255
Telex-style communication to Mr. G.W. Hancock regarding the results of a test on pistons.12th Oct 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0256
5000-mile engine inspection detailing collapsed piston skirts, including copies of telegrams.12th Oct 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0257
And sketch detailing wear patterns on gudgeon pin pads and cylinder walls.12th Oct 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0258
Telegram reporting the collapse of pistons number four, five, and six on the skirt.12th Oct 1935Box 82 \ 1  scan0259
Dispatch of an exhaust system and jacking pads to France.13th Oct 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0260
Telegram to Mr. G.W. Hancock in France regarding new car pistons.14th Oct 1923Box 82 \ 1  scan0261
Telegram confirming a car has resumed running.14th Oct 1935Box 82 \ 1  scan0262
Bentley car test in France, discussing a piston knock and road-holding performance issues.14th Oct 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0263
Report on a Bentley 1V after 5,000 miles, regarding the need to send out replacement pistons.16th Oct 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0264
5000-mile test report on I.B. IV, detailing engine performance, oil consumption, and piston knock issues.13th Oct 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0265
Inspection report detailing the condition of engine and fuel system components, including valves, carburettors, and pumps.13th Oct 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0266
The performance and condition of various engine and cooling system components.13th Oct 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0267
Performance and issues with rear engine mountings, flywheel, clutch, exhaust system, pedals, and steering.13th Oct 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0268
The condition of pivot pins, front axle, brakes, propeller shaft, rear brakes, and petrol tank.13th Oct 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0269
Performance of hydraulic dampers, front control arms, rear axle, and electrical equipment.13th Oct 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0270
Hand-drawn sketch of a 'Side Steering Tube' with dimensional annotations and notes.16th Oct 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0271
Message to G.W. Hancock in France requesting the return of a car as soon as possible.16th Oct 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0272
Telegram reporting a broken connecting rod that has come through the engine case.9th Oct 1921Box 82 \ 1  scan0273
Telegram reporting a gudgeon pin boss failure and subsequent connecting rod breakage.30th Oct 1916Box 82 \ 1  scan0274
Catastrophic engine failure caused by a broken connecting rod and gudgeon pin.16th Oct 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0275
Field report detailing an engine breakdown and subsequent repairs in Chateauroux, France.17th Oct 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0276
Telegram from Hancock confirming that an engine repair is being expedited.17th Oct 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0277
Return of springs for Chassis I-B-IV.23th Oct 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0278
Piston failure in a 3 1/2 Litre Bentley after testing in France.20th Oct 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0279
The cause of 3½ Litre Bentley piston failures and proposed solutions with an external supplier.26th Oct 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0280
The condition of a rear axle after being stripped for examination following a 16,000-mile test run.24th Nov 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0281
Inspection report detailing issues found in a differential and axle shafts, including part analysis and suggestions for improvement.24th Nov 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0282
The commencement of a 10,000-mile test on a 3 1/2 Litre Bentley, focusing on new pistons and a petrol pump.20th Nov 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0283
Test drive report from Chateauroux, France, detailing vehicle performance issues including vibration, acceleration, and suspension.22th Nov 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0284
Letter to Mr. G.W. Hancock discussing vehicle performance, including steering, pistons, oil suitability, and tyre complaints.25th Nov 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0285
Typed memorandum with a diagram, discussing unusual inner tyre tread wear and proposed solutions.25th Nov 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0286
Radiator shutters and comparing them to the Phantom model.27th Nov 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0287
To G.W. Hancock regarding a complaint about mud getting onto the engine of trials cars.27th Nov 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0288
Questioning the effect of a higher geared back axle on a 10,000-mile piston test for a Bentley car.28th Nov 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0289
Axle ratio for the Bentley 1. B.IV. 10,000 Miles Test in relation to engine over-revving and piston failure.29th Nov 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0290
Telegram confirming that the examination of 5000 pistons was completed successfully.2nd Nov 1929Box 82 \ 1  scan0291
Radiator shutters not remaining fully open at speed during a Bentley 10,000 Mile Test.29th Nov 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0292
5000-mile road test report covering engine cleanliness, tyre wear comparison, and starting performance.29th Nov 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0293
Thermostat and radiator shutter modifications, and the results of a piston examination after 5000 miles.4th Dec 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0294
Responding to daily test reports discussing issues with radiator shutters, steering, clutch, and tyres.4th Dec 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0295
Letter to G.W. Hancock regarding two new carburetter needles and a request for feedback on performance and petrol consumption.5th Dec 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0296
Query sent to Mr. G.W. Hancock clarifying the amount of oil added to a set of four dampers.6th Dec 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0297
Standard axle ratio for different Bentley body types, particularly open versus closed bodies.6th Dec 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0298
Telegram from Chateauroux to Derby reporting on the condition of pistons and clutch wear.13th Jul 1920Box 82 \ 1  scan0299
Telegram to Mr. Hancock in France with instructions following a 5000-mile test.7th Dec 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0300
Bentley 10,000 miles test on radiator shutters and proposed improvements.7th Dec 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0301
Instructions to a test driver regarding a further 5000-mile car test and its return to Derby.8th Dec 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0302
Testing Bentley radiator shutters which are failing to open in cold weather conditions.8th Dec 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0303
10,000-mile vehicle test, detailing thermostat issues, engine performance, and front tyre wear.6th Dec 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0304
Diagram illustrating the stages of wear on front tyres over mileage.7th Dec 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0305
Piston and clutch examination after a 10,000-mile test, detailing wear and corrective actions.7th Dec 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0306
Progress report on vehicle testing and adjustments after a mileage run.9th Dec 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0307
To G.W. Hancock requesting feedback on experimental engine features after a 10,000-mile test.9th Dec 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0308
Letter arranging a timed speed test at Montlhery for a streamlined car and discussing the return of tyres for inspection.11th Dec 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0309
Covering memo for a report on vehicle 1.B.IV after 10,000 miles of running in France.11th Dec 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0310
10,000-mile report on I.B.IV., detailing engine and piston performance.9th Dec 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0311
Inspection report on the condition of engine components including connecting rods, cylinders, valves, and valve springs.9th Dec 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0312
The performance of S.U. carburettors, a Chrysler-type fan, and various ignition plugs.9th Dec 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0313
The performance and issues observed with the flywheel, clutch, and clutch pedal.9th Dec 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0314
The performance of the Gear Box, Servo, Propellor Shaft, and Exhaust System.9th Dec 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0315
The performance and issues of various vehicle components including the exhaust, steering, radiator, and bonnet.9th Dec 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0316
Observations on engine side trays, undersheets, front axle performance, and brake issues.9th Dec 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0317
Inspection report detailing the condition and performance of the rear axle, brakes, petrol tank, and road springs.9th Dec 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0318
Performance and condition report on road springs, hydraulic dampers, dynamo, and starter motor.9th Dec 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0319
The performance and preference for the stop lamp switch, ignition, petrol pumps, and dipping light control.9th Dec 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0320
The performance and issues with headlamps, battery, petrol filter, and wing stays, including vehicle weight and consumption figures.9th Dec 1933Box 82 \ 1  scan0321


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