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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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Clutch and flywheel performance issues with 'No.6 Material' and subsequent modifications.14th Jun 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0394
Performance report on various vehicle components including the exhaust, radiator, bonnet, and bumpers.7th Jun 1935Box 91 \ 1  scan0395
Condition and performance report on the engine coupling, gearbox, and gearbox suspension.7th Jun 1935Box 91 \ 1  scan0396
The performance and faults found in the servo and steering systems.7th Jun 1935Box 91 \ 1  scan0397
The performance and issues with the propeller shaft, rear axle, and rear braking system.7th Jun 1935Box 91 \ 1  scan0398
The performance of hand brakes and front brakes, including materials, adjustments, and issues during testing.7th Jun 1935Box 91 \ 1  scan0399
The condition of road wheels, stabilizer, axles, and springs after mileage testing.10th Sep 1916Box 91 \ 1  scan0400
Front suspension damper issues, including wheel wobble, buffer clearances, oil leaks, and observations on the wheel carrier and exhaust system.10th Sep 1916Box 91 \ 1  scan0401
The performance of shock dampers, petrol tank, petrol filter, and electrical components.1st Jan 1918Box 91 \ 1  scan0402
The performance of and issues with various vehicle components, including the radio aerial, starter motor, dynamo, and distributors.1st Jan 1918Box 91 \ 1  scan0403
The performance and issues with various vehicle components including horns, gauges, wipers and lamps.19th Apr 1919Box 91 \ 1  scan0404
Park Ward Saloon (Close-Coupled) detailing bodywork condition, hydraulic jack issues, and performance statistics.18th Apr 1940Box 91 \ 1  scan0405
Prop-shaft vibration and exhaust boom issues found in completed Phantom III cars.18th Aug 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0406
Unpleasant body boom feature in a trials car at 30 m.p.h.18th Aug 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0407
Letter to General Motors responding to a request for literature and photographs of products.20th Aug 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0408
The Phantom III flywheel balancing scheme, recommending it for immediate production without further testing.21th Aug 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0409
New Packard-type crankshaft and an improved Bentley-style exhaust valve for the Phantom III Engine.25th Aug 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0410
The general car position, focusing on Phantom III testing, clutch issues, and problems with smoky exhaust and oiled-up spark plugs.28th Aug 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0411
Exhaust boom, valve springs, and connecting rod bearing issues and potential solutions.28th Aug 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0412
Progress report on tests and investigations for oil consumption, radiator appearance, cylinder heads, carburation, and petrol pumps.28th Aug 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0413
15,000-mile test in France, detailing ongoing developments for the 20/25 HP model.28th Aug 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0414
Development and testing for noisy petrol pumps, smoother engines, improved idling, and braking systems.28th Aug 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0415
15,000-mile test of a Bentley 6-B-IV in France, detailing issues and solutions for the brakes and clutch.28th Aug 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0416
Various vehicle development issues including sparking plugs, oil consumption, brakes, engine mounting, and suspension.28th Aug 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0417
Experiments on tyres, body improvements, engine development, and suspension systems.28th Aug 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0418
Performance upgrades and limitations of the Tourist Trophy Car ahead of a race in Ulster.28th Aug 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0419
Request to make 24 Phantom III Bottom Washers.8th Sep 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0420
Broken Phantom III horn bracket with a sketch of the failure.9th Sep 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0421
Customer complaints for the Phantom III, focusing on steering, gearbox, and clutch issues.28th Sep 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0422
Minor technical troubles and development updates on various car components.28th Sep 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0423
Vehicle testing issues covering radiator appearance, carburation, petrol vapour lock, tyre noise, and silent tappets.28th Sep 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0424
Progress report on the 25/30 HP model, covering testing, steering, oil consumption, clutch, and idling improvements.28th Sep 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0425
Test report on Bentley vehicles covering engine bearings, brakes, clutch, and fuel issues.28th Sep 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0426
Progress report on the development of various automotive components including the exhaust, suspension, body, engine, and rear axle.28th Sep 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0427
Modifications and required parts for the Phantom III chassis front brakes.6th Oct 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0428
Part number replacements and a request to produce two sets of new parts for trial.6th Oct 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0429
Phantom III engine vibrations and the proposed solution of dynamically balancing the flywheel.12th Oct 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0430
Phantom III engine vibrations, following up on a previously requested design scheme for balancing flywheels after engine fitting.15th Oct 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0431
Recommendation to use silver soldering for oil gallery joints on the Phantom III engine due to failures with soft solder.16th Oct 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0432
Summary memo of ongoing car work jobs.19th Oct 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0433
List of specifications and updates for various car components including brakes, clutch, and steering.19th Oct 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0434
List of modifications and parts for Bentley, 25/30 HP, and Phantom III units.19th Oct 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0435
List of modifications and parts, including deturbulated heads and strengthened exhaust valves, with their associated references.19th Oct 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0436
Experimental, deeper pot for the Phantom III engine's oil pressure filter.2nd Nov 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0437
Top over-oiling on the Phantom III and the implications of modifying oil supply to the rockers.5th Oct 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0438
Design of the Phantom III engine wheelcase and sump for ease of servicing.9th Nov 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0439
Progress report on design work to reduce material and labour costs for the Phantom III chassis.27th Nov 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0440
Progress report on design modifications and cost-saving measures for various automotive components.27th Oct 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0441
List of design and production modifications for vehicle components, with associated actions and cost savings.26th Nov 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0442
The delay and reconstruction of a Long Wheelbase Phantom III steel limousine.27th Nov 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0443
The history and delays in the body construction for a Long Wheelbase Phantom III, chassis 38-EX.26th Nov 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0444
Chassis fitting issue regarding the back seat and the standard fuel tank.7th Dec 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0445
Status report on the development and testing of various car components for the PH.III and 35-EX models.7th Dec 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0446
Progress report on the testing and design of valve springs, exhaust systems, bearings, tyre noise reduction, and brakes.7th Dec 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0447
Progress report on the Long and Continental Phantom III chassis, visibility, gearbox issues, chassis costs, and the 25/30 HP model.7th Dec 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0448
Progress report on the 25/30 HP model and the Wraith chassis development.7th Dec 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0449
Progress report on Bentley development, covering brakes, ride, clutch, body, engine, suspension, and bearings.7th Dec 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0450
General report on developments including engine mountings, gearbox costs, aluminium alloys, spark plugs, and light alloy drums.7th Dec 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0451
Test report on camshaft Ex.23243, detailing adjustments to tappet clearances to optimize slow running and noise levels.10th Dec 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0452
Pronounced drive groan issue on the Phantom III model at 22-24 m.p.h.11th Dec 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0453
Drive groan issue on Phantom III cars at low speeds and potential solutions.11th Dec 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0454
Proposal for a cost-saving alternative design for the Phantom III Oil Level Indicator, based on the Phantom II's design.17th Dec 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0455
Requesting rectification work on car 32-EX, including gearbox, suspension, and floorboard issues.18th Dec 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0456
Manufacturing difficulties with the Phantom III rear engine support, suggesting proceeding with the current design until a modification is ready.21th Dec 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0457
Special coachwork features for the Long Wheelbase Phantom III Enclosed Limousine 38-EX.21th Dec 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0458
Request for accurate records of oil consumption for car 34-EX due to its special piston rings.21th Dec 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0459
Preliminary specification for the Phantom III Series IX.21th Dec 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0460
Specification list for the Phantom III - Series II engine.21th Dec 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0461
Specification sheet detailing proposed changes and designs for various vehicle components.21th Dec 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0462
List of specifications for the Propeller Shaft, Electrical system, and Controls.22th Dec 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0463
Phantom III starter engagement failures and questioning production settings.22th Dec 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0464
Starter motor engagement issues and design flaws for the Phantom III.22th Dec 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0465
Issue with Phantom III starter motors being more serious than first thought.23th Dec 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0466
Copy of Hancock's investigation report on Phantom III Starter Motors.29th Dec 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0467
Cover note for an enclosed report concerning the Phantom III Starter Motor.29th Dec 1936Box 91 \ 1  scan0468
Starter motor troubles for the Phantom III, focusing on stopping mechanisms and safety features.12th Jan 1937Box 91 \ 1  scan0469
Starter production settings and the shape of engaging gear teeth.19th Jan 1937Box 91 \ 1  scan0470
List of non-standard modifications for the long wheelbase car, chassis 38-EX.19th Jan 1937Box 91 \ 1  scan0471
Request to fit 1450 lbs rear springs and change the rear auto-lock dampers to standard dampers.26th Jan 1937Box 91 \ 1  scan0472
Trial of different dampers to eliminate torsional vibration on Phantom III engines.26th Jan 1937Box 91 \ 1  scan0473
Instructing modifications to a car's experimental clutch and rear road springs.27th Jan 1937Box 91 \ 1  scan0474
Instruction memo detailing modifications to be carried out on car 36-EX.28th Jan 1937Box 91 \ 1  scan0475
Fault with the rear axle pinion on car 35-EX.15th Feb 1937Box 91 \ 1  scan0476
Instructions for repairs to a leaking petrol tank and to check the clutch fingers on car 36 EX.17th Feb 1937Box 91 \ 1  scan0477
Proposal to change the Phantom III's oil level indicator lever arm from aluminium to mild steel for correct weighting and robustness.18th Feb 1937Box 91 \ 1  scan0478
Experimental scheme for Phantom III top overoiling to prevent oil passing down the valve stems.19th Feb 1937Box 91 \ 1  scan0479
Modifications and standardisation of parts for the Bentley 35-EX model.22th Feb 1937Box 91 \ 1  scan0480
Requested modifications to a car's overdrive, propeller shaft, and engine stay.25th Feb 1937Box 91 \ 1  scan0481
Necessary repairs for a car after it was ditched, including wheel alignment and bodywork.25th Feb 1937Box 91 \ 1  scan0482
New parts fitted, engine decarbonisation, and future repairs for a PHANTOM III vehicle.3rd Mar 1937Box 91 \ 1  scan0483
Tests on experimental cars to address Phantom III engine roughness by altering balance weights and crankshafts.4th Mar 1937Box 91 \ 1  scan0484
New oil filler cap design for the Phantom III engine, to be made from Mazak No.3.5th Mar 1937Box 91 \ 1  scan0485
Requesting work on car 33-EX to continue with oil consumption tests.6th Mar 1937Box 91 \ 1  scan0486
Rear axle/suspension work and a water pump issue on a Phantom III, model 35-EX.9th Mar 1937Box 91 \ 1  scan0487
Confirming arrangements for a test of Wraith wheel movement on a Limousine car.11th Mar 1937Box 91 \ 1  scan0488
Oil drain pipes from the cylinder heads for the Phantom III engine.16th Mar 1937Box 91 \ 1  scan0489
Strengthened stay between the engine and gearbox for the Phantom III model to address transmission knocks.16th Mar 1937Box 91 \ 1  scan0490
Damage report for Chassis 33-EX following a road accident.16th Mar 1937Box 91 \ 1  scan0491
Instruction to fit the latest type louvred trumpets to Lucas WT.11.X. Horns on car 37-EX.20th Mar 1937Box 91 \ 1  scan0492
List of coachbuilders and body styles with their corresponding reference numbers and specifications.24th Mar 1937Box 91 \ 1  scan0493


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