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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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Confirmation of a telegram reporting an oil pressure drop issue that falls with a rise in temperature.16th Mar 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0418
Valve failure and subsequent engine damage discovered in a car.17th Mar 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0419
Damage to a car's brake drum and steering levers after over-running a tow cable.17th Mar 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0420
Despatch of a faulty O.S.F. brake drum to Derby from Chateauroux, France.18th Mar 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0421
The dispatch of new external filter parts and instructions for their fitting.19th Mar 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0422
Explaining the reason for the temporary absence of Daily Report Sheets from France.19th Mar 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0423
Request for a report on the condition of special red rubber hoses on cars 35-EX and 6.B.IV.x with a view to standardisation.20th Mar 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0424
Status of car repairs, specifically a piston replacement for one vehicle and collection arrangements for another.20th Mar 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0425
Loose off-side rear spring anchorage bracket and bolt size specifications.22th Mar 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0426
Anchorage bolts on a Bentley Chassis (6-B-1V) following a 10,000-mile test.22th Mar 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0427
Tests conducted regarding oil pressure drop on braking and the effects of filter element removal.23th Mar 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0428
Two graphs illustrating oil pressure drop and recovery during braking and acceleration under various test conditions.23th Mar 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0429
Two graphs illustrating oil pressure drop and recovery during braking and acceleration through gears.23th Mar 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0430
From Chateauroux, France, confirming the diameter of bolts in response to a query.24th Mar 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0431
Short memo confirming the diameter of bolts in response to a query.24th Mar 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0432
From France about a broken No. 7 valve spring, its replacement, and its return for examination.4th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0433
The failure of a turn coil and wind tone horns on vehicles 6.B.IV. & 35-EX.4th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0434
Bolts that worked loose on Bentley rear spring anchorage brackets.5th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0435
Failure of an aluminised front expansion box after 7,432 miles.5th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0436
Cracked K.L.G. E.27 sparking plug after 8,000 miles.6th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0437
Loose air silencer and its subsequent repair by tapping the body edge.6th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0438
Breakages and modifications to the exhaust systems of cars 6-B-IV and 35-EX.7th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0439
Return of a broken aluminised front expansion box from an exhaust system for examination.9th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0440
Failed water temperature thermometer capillary, requesting a replacement and suggesting a design improvement for the joint.9th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0441
Thick black gummy deposit on the dynamo commutator and badly worn brushes.11th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0442
Confirmation of a telegram requesting spare parts for a broken exhaust valve.15th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0443
The condition of used K.L.G. E.27 sparking plugs being sent for inspection after 12,000 miles.15th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0444
Exhaust valve failure, detailing the subsequent damage to the piston and cylinder.15th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0445
Proposal to delete two clips attaching the main oil pipe due to wear and risk of breakage.15th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0446
Telegram received by telephone requesting replacement engine parts.15th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0447
Exhaust valve failure which resulted in a broken piston and scored cylinder.15th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0448
Wear on the main oil pipe and the intention to delete the attachment clips.15th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0449
Confirming the forwarding of failed Delco parts and a dynamo fuse.16th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0450
Sent from the Hotel de France in Chateauroux, regarding a summary of plug tests on 6.B.IV.18th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0451
Results of testing Champion and K.L.G. sparking plugs on a Bentley 6.B.IV engine.19th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0452
Arranging for the delivery of tyres for testing and requesting feedback on their performance.20th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0453
Correcting a previous statement on sparking plug terminal clearance and detailing ongoing plug testing.20th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0454
Report of a broken piston in a car and a request for the cause.21th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0455
Post Office telegram requesting two pistons for car chassis 6 BIV.22th Jan 1932Box 83 \ 1  scan0456
Telegram received by telephone requesting two pistons.22th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0457
Telegram received by telephone requesting two pistons for a 6 PIV.22th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0458
Post Office telegram reporting an issue with a valve in cylinder number three of car 'Grylls Number Six'.22th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0459
Telegram received by telephone.22th Apr 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0460
Telegram received by telephone from Waller in Chateauroux regarding a Grylls valve and cylinder.22th Apr 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0461
Telegram requesting spare engine parts following a valve failure.13th Apr 1920Box 83 \ 1  scan0462
Telegram reporting a broken exhaust valve on engine 6 BIV and requesting various replacement parts.22th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0463
Telegram requesting parts for a broken exhaust valve on car 6 BIV Number 6.22th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0464
Confirmation of a telegram regarding a valve for cylinder number three.22th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0465
Telegram reporting a broken exhaust valve on car 6BIV and requesting replacement parts.22th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0466
Communication clarifying details of a broken exhaust valve on a vehicle in France.22th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0467
Broken piston caused by the failure of an exhaust valve.22th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0468
Repeated exhaust valve failure, the dispatch of replacement parts, and recommended ignition settings.22th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0469
The supply of K.L.G. sparking plugs for running experience.22th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0470
Confirmation of a telegram requesting two pistons for vehicle chassis 6BIV.22th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0471
Telex message to Waller in France regarding car 6.B. and a Delco engineer.27th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0472
Telegram reporting the completion of a 10,000-mile test on new axle half shafts for the 35 EX purpose car.28th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0473
The despatch of engine components for testing in France.23th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0474
Valve failure, including details of a cracked exhaust valve being sent for inspection.25th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0475
Accident report detailing a car skidding into a ditch near Châteauroux, France.29th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0476
Test drive report and critique of a Bentley 6. B. IV vehicle.29th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0477
Telegram reporting a car accident where a chassis skidded into a ditch and was significantly damaged.29th May 1932Box 83 \ 1  scan0478
Accident involving car 6.B.IV during a 15,000-mile test in France.1st May 1937Box 83 \ 1  scan0479
Photograph of the 'No 2 Bottom Half' component for a Bentley B56BN.31th Oct 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0480
Photographic record of Halls Metal bearing halves, top and bottom, for a Bentley B6 BN.31th Oct 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0481
Car repairs, personnel movements, and test updates from France.3rd May 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0001
The transfer of a Tecalemit filter, road wheels, and other parts between two chassis.3rd May 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0002
Conclusion of a vehicle trial following a serious accident.3rd May 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0003
Testing and standardising a pressed blade type of fan for Wraith, Bentley, and 25/30 HP cars.4th May 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0004
Typed memo regarding the return and unsafe condition of car 6.B.1V.4th May 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0005
Wear on the pins and bushes of the anti-judder device on front brakes.4th May 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0006
Vehicle's endurance and component test findings after completing its mileage.6th May 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0007
Giving permission to dismantle 6-B-IV and requesting a list of damaged parts.7th May 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0008
Request to rebuild a chassis after an accident, listing the required production and experimental parts.11th May 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0009
List of engineering instructions and specifications for vehicle components, page 2.11th May 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0010
List of specifications for engine, clutch, and electrical components.11th May 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0011
Specifications for the bonnet and petrol pump with handwritten amendments.11th May 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0012
Test drive report detailing multiple issues with a Bentley car.29th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0013
Instruction memo for modifications to a Bentley 10,000 Miles Chassis.11th May 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0014
Requesting permission for the delivery of a Bentley body to Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd.11th May 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0015
Parts and modifications required to rebuild a chassis after an accident.11th May 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0016
List of specifications and instructions for various automotive components, continuing from a previous page.11th May 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0017
Specification sheet detailing mechanical and electrical components for a vehicle.11th May 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0018
Specifications for the bonnet and petrol pump, including materials and assembly instructions.11th May 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0019
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. requesting an urgent estimate for accident repairs to a Bentley body.14th May 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0020
Modifications required for a radiator for car O.B.1V.20th May 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0021
Requesting a filter with olive joints be fitted to a 10,000 miles chassis.20th Sep 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0022
Strip report on Engine Unit B.4 and Chassis 6.B.IV after 16,000 miles in France.21th May 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0023
Inspection report detailing the condition of various engine components after a period of use.1st Jun 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0024
The condition of a Delco Remy ignition distributor, valves, and a Borg and Beck flywheel and clutch assembly.21th May 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0025
Inspection report detailing the condition of the flywheel, clutch, and gearbox assembly.21th May 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0026
Inspection and condition report on a servo motor, chassis, rear axle, and associated components, detailing wear and damage.21th May 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0027
Condition report on chassis and drivetrain components following an incident, covering the bevel wheel, axle-shafts, brakes, and propeller shaft.21th May 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0028
Condition report on various vehicle components including the propeller shaft, springs, and dampers.21th May 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0029
Accident damage report detailing the condition of steering, axle, and exhaust components.21th May 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0030
Inspection report detailing the condition and wear of various vehicle components after an accident.21th May 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0031
The wear of front spring pins and bushes, found to be normal.21th May 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0032
Examination report on experimental electrical units removed from vehicle 6.B.IV.21th May 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0033
Inspection report on various electrical ignition components including the foot switch, coils, and distributor.21th May 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0034
Photograph showing G.B.IV. big end bearings and shims after 12,558 miles of use.21th May 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0035
Photograph showing the condition of upper halves of main bearings after 15,000 miles of use in France.20th May 1937Box 83 \ 2  scan0036


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