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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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Mileage testing of an oil pump, relief valve, water pump, oil cooler, and Cadillac fan.8th Oct 1935Box 91 \ 3  scan0211
Photographic comparison of two sets of worn or damaged engine bearing shells.8th Oct 1935Box 91 \ 3  scan0212
Hand-drawn diagram of a modification for loss of water, showing a spring-loaded valve.8th Oct 1935Box 91 \ 3  scan0213
Comparative noise test of Cadillac and R.R. fans, and a report on radiator water loss.23th Sep 1935Box 91 \ 3  scan0214
The performance and issues with engine mountings, bonnet, ignition plugs, and undersheets.23th Sep 1935Box 91 \ 3  scan0215
Hand-drawn diagram of a mud shield for the Phantom III gearbox, viewed from underneath.23th Sep 1935Box 91 \ 3  scan0216
Drawing of experimental shields for the Phantom III gearbox to prevent mud ingress.23th Sep 1935Box 91 \ 3  scan0217
Sketch of an off-side engine tray with annotations for felt and a required deflector.23th Sep 1935Box 91 \ 3  scan0218
Test report on gearbox cooling, clutch performance, engine coupling, and Cadillac type gears.23th Sep 1935Box 91 \ 3  scan0219
Issues and modifications related to the gearbox, suspension, and servo system.23th Sep 1935Box 91 \ 3  scan0220
Photograph of two tires standing upright.31th Oct 1935Box 91 \ 3  scan0221
The performance of the steering column, steering tubes, propeller shaft, and rear axle.31th Oct 1935Box 91 \ 3  scan0222
Diagram illustrating an issue where the rear brake drums are fouling the nuts holding a cross member on a Phantom III.12th Nov 1935Box 91 \ 3  scan0223
Drawing of water and dirt excluders fitted to the rear brake foot and hand levers for Phantom III 31 EX.10th Nov 1935Box 91 \ 3  scan0224
Drawing illustrating a fouling point on a brake drum for a Phantom III.10th Nov 1935Box 91 \ 3  scan0225
Issues with rear braking, brake drums, and hand brake adjustment, including proposed modifications.14th Nov 1935Box 91 \ 3  scan0226
Inspection report detailing the condition and performance of various vehicle components after mileage.14th Nov 1935Box 91 \ 3  scan0227
Vehicle component report detailing performance and issues with suspension, carriers, exhaust, dampers, and the petrol tank.14th Nov 1935Box 91 \ 3  scan0228
Issues and observations on various vehicle components including the tank, petrol filter, battery, and radio aerial.14th Nov 1935Box 91 \ 3  scan0229
Performance and fault report on various vehicle components including electrical systems and the petrol pump.14th Nov 1935Box 91 \ 3  scan0230
Condition and performance report on a Park Ward Saloon body and a Phantom III chassis.21th Nov 1935Box 91 \ 3  scan0231
Short typed memo concerning the movements of company personnel from France to Derby.21th Nov 1935Box 91 \ 3  scan0232
Letter from France discussing brake issues and design modifications on the Phantom III model.21th Nov 1935Box 91 \ 3  scan0233
Silent bloc bushes, shock damper bolts, and dynamo drive issues on a Phantom III.23th Nov 1935Box 91 \ 3  scan0234
Sent from France confirming the enclosure of photographs as requested.23th Nov 1935Box 91 \ 3  scan0235
Responding to a request for a 1933 memo and providing driving instructions for new men.23th Nov 1935Box 91 \ 3  scan0236
Requesting the return of scarce Phantom III Rear Autolock Dampers to Derby.23th Nov 1935Box 91 \ 3  scan0237
Confirming the rear Roll Rod was in use and not disconnected during mileage.23th Nov 1935Box 91 \ 3  scan0238
Report regarding an oil seal for a brake countershaft and various other gearbox issues on vehicle 21.G.IV.24th Nov 1935Box 91 \ 3  scan0239
Letter detailing enclosed sketches for a Brake Counter-shaft and change speed lever, and referencing a daily report on a gearbox modification.24th Nov 1935Box 91 \ 3  scan0240
Return and certification of a Paris invoice and associated correspondence.18th Dec 1935Box 91 \ 3  scan0241
Strip examination report on Fescolised tappets and camshaft condition for a Phantom III - 31-EX after a 10,000-mile run.21th Dec 1935Box 91 \ 3  scan0242
Petrol pump issues and a broken chassis lubrication pipe on a Phantom III.23th Oct 1935Box 91 \ 3  scan0243
Agreeing to a charge for an invoice of Michelin Stop Tyres and tubes.24th Dec 1935Box 91 \ 3  scan0244
Internal memorandum regarding the examination and return of faulty Fescolised tappets for a Phantom III.1st Jan 1936Box 91 \ 3  scan0245
List of parts salvaged from the body of chassis 31-EX.1st Jan 1936Box 91 \ 3  scan0246
List of damaged and usable parts, noting one direction indicator, two O.K. tyres, and one O.K. wheel with the remainder scrapped.27th Jan 1956Box 91 \ 3  scan0247
Cover note for a report on the condition of an engine, gearbox, and rear axle assemblies after 10,000-mile trials.27th Jan 1956Box 91 \ 3  scan0248
100% strip examination report on the condition of a Spectre No. 10 unit engine, gearbox, and rear axle assemblies after 10,000 miles trials.27th Jan 1936Box 91 \ 3  scan0249
Inspection report detailing the wear and condition of various engine components.27th Jan 1936Box 91 \ 3  scan0250
Inspection report detailing faults and wear on a water pump, oil system, exhaust, and electrical components.27th Jan 1936Box 91 \ 3  scan0251
Inspection report detailing the condition of various electrical and gearbox components.27th Jan 1936Box 91 \ 3  scan0252
Inspection report detailing wear and tear on various gearbox components.27th Jan 1936Box 91 \ 3  scan0253
Inspection report detailing damage to rear axle and brake components after a crash.27th Jan 1936Box 91 \ 3  scan0254
Inspection report detailing damage and wear on various brake system components and needle bearings.6th Jan 1936Box 91 \ 3  scan0255
Technical drawing illustrating wear on brake adjusting cams for the Phantom III and SII chassis.6th Jan 1936Box 91 \ 3  scan0256
Blueprint detailing the specifications for twisted axle shafts for a Ph III SII chassis.6th Jan 1936Box 91 \ 3  scan0257
Condition report of Ph III S II Chassis axle tubes after a 10,000-mile test in France.4th Jan 1936Box 91 \ 3  scan0258
Diagram showing wheel-case gear backlash measurements after a 10,000-mile test in France.10th Jan 1936Box 91 \ 3  scan0259
Test results for Phantom III No. 10 valve guides after a 10,000-mile test in France.13th Jan 1936Box 91 \ 3  scan0260
Chart detailing the wear measurements on camshaft E.87269 after a 10,000 miles test in France.23th Jan 1936Box 91 \ 3  scan0261
Piston profile measurements for a Phantom III No. 10 Unit after a 10,000-mile test in France.9th Jan 1936Box 91 \ 3  scan0262
Test report on cylinder liner bore distortions after a 10,000-mile test in France.9th Jan 1936Box 91 \ 3  scan0263
Attaching a report on chassis units examined after 10,000 miles trials.10th Feb 1936Box 91 \ 3  scan0264
The examination of a chassis after a 10,000-mile test in France and a subsequent crash.10th Feb 1936Box 91 \ 3  scan0265
Condition report detailing wear and damage to various vehicle components, some resulting from an accident.10th Feb 1936Box 91 \ 3  scan0266
Inspection report detailing the condition and damage to various vehicle components.10th Feb 1936Box 91 \ 3  scan0267
Inspection report detailing damage to a vehicle's undershields, suspension, brakes, hubs, and front axle, much of it attributed to an accident.10th Feb 1936Box 91 \ 3  scan0268
Inspection report detailing accident damage to steering, radiator, exhaust, and salvaged electrical components from a specific vehicle.10th Feb 1936Box 91 \ 3  scan0269
Condition report on various car components including headlamps, pumps, and electrical parts.10th Feb 1936Box 91 \ 3  scan0270
List of modifications for the No. 2 Spectre car ahead of a 10,000-mile test in France.25th Apr 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0001
Design alterations for the front suspension of the Spectre II for the French market.26th Apr 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0002
Modifications to a rubber engine mounting for the Spectre 2 car for France.29th Apr 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0003
Specifications and progress for the '15,000 Miles Cars', including car 21-G-IV and a Bentley model.3rd May 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0004
Brake shoe modifications, a 14-inch drum axle, and changes to the Spectre car.3rd May 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0005
Specification document for the Spectre III suspension system for France.14th May 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0006
Progress report on the Spectre model, detailing developments in its suspension, gearbox, and steering systems.21th May 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0007
Technical update on testing and development of carburation, tappets, pistons, crankshafts, and brakes.21th May 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0008
Frame stiffness, water circulation, clutch tests, and proposed modifications for the Spectre 3 car for France.21th May 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0009
Typed memorandum confirming an endeavour to fit additional parts without delaying the car.21th Aug 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0010
Modifications for the No. 3 Spectre car before its 10,000-mile test in France.21th May 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0011
Note about amending a chassis specification with other available parts.21th May 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0012
Query regarding the logistics and requirements for sending an experimental car to France for testing.23th May 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0013
Requesting details and completion dates for specification schemes for the 'Spectre 3 - 10,000 Miles in France' car.28th May 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0014
The gearbox for the Spectre 3-S-1 10,000 miles test.24th May 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0015
Comparison table of gearbox backlash tests for various vehicle models and configurations.27th May 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0016
Correspondence concerning regulations and bank guarantees for taking an experimental car into France.27th May 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0017
Specification for the Spectre III suspension for use in France, detailing required parts and modifications.27th May 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0018
Bearing replacement and lubrication for the Spectre III rear axle after a 10,000-mile test.28th May 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0019
Requesting the interchange and modification of water temperature control components for Spectre engines.29th May 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0020
Clutch modification for the Spectre 3-S-I 10,000 miles test.30th May 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0021
Selection of a bevel pinion bearing for the Spectre Rear Axle, recommending an R. & M. part and requesting a piece number.12th Jun 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0022
Letter to the Royal Automobile Club acknowledging receipt of a paper map of Europe.14th Jun 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0023
Arranging a trip to France for staff to gain experience with the Spectre car in Boulogne.15th Jun 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0024
Secret memo detailing disappointment with the performance of the Spectre III prototype, particularly its engine and noisy tyres.17th Jun 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0025
Request to detail and construct parts for a front braking modification on a Spectre III car.17th Jun 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0026
Specifications for Spectre III road springs for the French market, detailing piece numbers, loads, and buffer clearances.19th Jun 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0027
Car performance issues and repairs during a road test in France.23th Jun 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0028
Temperature readings from a test run of the 3. S. I. SPECTRE vehicle in France.25th Jun 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0029
List of 19 documented faults for the Spectre III model.25th Jun 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0030
List of documented faults for the Spectre III model.25th Jun 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0031
List of agenda items and notes from a Car Conference.26th Jun 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0032
Letter to a customer regarding adjustments for Spectre Brakes and clutch issues.26th Jun 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0033
Letter to a customer in France detailing fixes for vapour lock, oil leaks, idling, and other vehicle issues.26th Jun 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0034
Mechanical issues found on the 'S. I. SPECTRE' vehicle, including suspension, steering, and alignment problems.26th Jun 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0035
Vapour lock issue on the Spectre model and the decision to move the petrol pumps.27th Jun 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0036
Telegram reporting test results indicating that an insulation filter has worsened a vapour lock issue.27th Jun 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0037
Simpler methods for preventing piston seizing in front shock absorbers for production cars.27th Jun 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0038
Confirming a telegram about faulty filter insulation, leading to a redesign of the filter and pump position.27th Jun 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0039
Report from France on a Spectre car experiencing vapour lock issues and the subsequent fitting of a filter.27th Jun 1935Box 91 \ 4  scan0040


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