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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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Rubber vs. Silent Block body mounting for the Phantom III and arranging a test.16th Mar 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0246
Letter to Messrs. Hooper & Co. Ltd. requesting a special rear interior number plate.20th Mar 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0247
Letter to Park Ward Co. Ltd. regarding the delivery status of a 37-EX body.20th Mar 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0248
Internal request for a set of Phantom III wing lamps and a rear bumper for car 36-EX.23th Mar 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0249
Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. arranging the collection of a 37-EX Body and the checking of loading and weights.26th Mar 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0250
Request for permission for a Leyland Lorry to collect the 37-EX body from Park Wards.26th Mar 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0251
Inspection points for a Continental Touring Sedanca body at coachbuilder Park Ward & Co.27th Mar 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0252
Instructions regarding accessories, sound insulation, and delivery procedures for a car body intended for Olympia.31th Mar 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0253
Collection of a Continental Touring Sedanca body from Park Ward & Co for project 37-EX.31th Mar 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0254
Report of a visit to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. regarding the body for a 37-EX Continental Touring Sedanca de Ville.31th Mar 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0255
List of vehicle accessories, fittings not sent, and build modification notes.31th Mar 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0256
Parts fitted, coachwork weight, and delivery notes for a specific vehicle body.28th Mar 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0257
Specification and inventory sheet for a saloon car body from coachbuilders Park, Ward & Co., Ltd.28th Mar 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0258
Mix-up of chassis equipment and body accessories by coachbuilder Park Ward.3rd Apr 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0259
Floorboard boom on chassis 36-EX and plans for comparative road testing.7th Apr 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0260
Production of the 'Recommendation to Coachbuilders' book for the Phantom III.8th Apr 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0261
Floorboard noise and comparative tyre tests between different car models.28th Apr 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0262
The purchase of 100 feet of Seapak from The Ruberoid Co. Ltd.9th Apr 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0263
Confirming that the wireless set and first-aid outfit are not fitted to the 37-EX Experimental Body.22th Apr 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0264
Issue with a petrol filter fouling the body on chassis 37-EX and a proposed new mounting location.28th Apr 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0265
Body width issues on the Phantom III chassis to accommodate new rubber mountings, referencing defects on Park Ward and Hooper coachwork.28th Apr 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0266
Letter to coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. regarding issues with fitting an Olympia Show Park Ward Sedanca body onto a Phantom III chassis.28th Apr 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0267
Letter discussing difficulties with body mounting and filter placement on a chassis.28th Apr 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0268
Issues and proposed improvements for the rubber body mounting system on the Phantom III chassis.8th May 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0269
Properties and application of Flotex Anti-Vibration mountings for car bodies.15th May 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0270
Complications with rubber-mounting De Ville extension coachwork on a Phantom III.15th May 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0271
Front wings fouling the hambones on car 34-EX and a request to issue instructions for extra clearance.25th May 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0272
Flotex body mounting scheme for a Phantom III Long Wheelbase Enclosed Limousine.9th Jun 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0273
Visit to coachbuilder Messrs. Park Ward & Co. regarding a Phantom III Limousine and an experimental Bentley body.9th Jun 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0274
Excessive movement in Sedanca bodies on the Phantom III, confirming tests to replace rubber mountings with solid packing pieces.30th Jun 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0275
List of faults found when mounting the body to chassis 37-EX.1st Jul 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0276
Letter to Park Ward & Co. regarding dashboard and bonnet prints for a Long Wheelbase Phantom III chassis 38-Ex, with instructions on steering and seating.17th Jul 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0277
Geometric determination of driving visibility for various car models in accordance with Ministry of Transport regulations.17th Jul 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0278
Wider dashboard for a Phantom III Long Wheelbase Enclosed Limousine.27th Jul 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0279
Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co. Ltd. explaining a delay in response due to a staff member's absence.31th Jul 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0280
Modifications to the scuttle mounting for a Phantom III chassis with a Sedanca body.7th Aug 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0281
Body mounting modifications for the Phantom III chassis with Sedanca bodies to address movement and noise issues.12th Aug 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0282
Correspondence regarding car finishing specifications, timelines, and logistics with coachbuilder Park Ward.12th Aug 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0283
Addition of an article on Phantom III bodies with demountable tops to the 'Recommendations to Coachbuilders' book.15th Aug 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0284
Page detailing the body construction and mounting for Sedanca, Cabriolet, and Drop-head Coupe models.15th Aug 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0285
Methods for reinforcing the vehicle body structure and increasing rigidity.15th Aug 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0286
Unique transverse stays for the Long Wheelbase Phantom III, chassis 38-Ex.17th Sep 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0287
Blueprint detailing the construction and mounting for Sedanca, Cabriolet, and Drop-Head Coupé bodies.15th Aug 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0288
Thank you letter to C.W. Ward of Park Ward & Co. Ltd. for a gift and discussing business.17th Aug 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0289
Final draft instructions for coachbuilders on body construction and mounting for Phantom III models with demountable tops.24th Aug 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0290
Body construction and mounting for models with demountable cantrails, such as the Sedanca, Cabriolet, and Drop Head Coupé.24th Aug 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0291
Instructions for body structure reinforcement, scuttle attachment, and the mounting of different body types.24th Aug 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0292
Letter from coachbuilder Park Ward & Co Ltd discussing issues with ventilators from outside suppliers.24th Aug 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0293
Letter to Park Ward & Co. regarding the body and chassis for a Phantom III Long Wheelbase Enclosed Limousine.9th Oct 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0294
Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. regarding the fitting of a 'Berkshire' triple-blade wiper to a Phantom III car.13th Oct 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0295
Interior trimming and painting schedule for a 38-EX enclosed limousine.14th Oct 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0296
Finishing instructions, specifically colour and upholstery choices, for a 38-Ex Enclosed Limousine Long Wheelbase Phantom III.14th Oct 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0297
Selection of leather upholstery for a Long Experimental Car, 38-EX.17th Oct 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0298
Concealed hinges being used by competitors like Jaguar and Sunbeam, questioning their absence on Rolls-Royce bonnets.19th Oct 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0299
Cover note for the second report concerning Phantom III Coachwork.23th Oct 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0300
Weight of ironwork for strengthening Phantom III coachwork.19th Oct 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0301
Letter to Park Ward & Co. regarding sourcing and fitting alternative door dovetails.26th Oct 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0302
Preference for Ferodo door stops over a rubber variety that previously caused squeaking issues.26th Oct 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0303
Letter to coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. proposing painting instructions for a Phantom III car.31th Oct 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0304
Weight of Phantom III coachwork and accessories.6th Nov 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0305
Alterations to spring poundage to improve driver visibility on the Phantom III model.6th Nov 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0306
Potential weight savings on the body for a Continental Touring Limousine 35-EX, with reference to the Phantom III.9th Nov 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0307
The weight of the 35-EX car body and a guarantee for a new, lighter body.9th Nov 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0308
Letter to coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. regarding the progress of an enclosed limousine body for chassis 38-EX.9th Nov 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0309
The weight of accessories, coachwork, and petrol tank on the Phantom III.12th Nov 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0310
Visibility issues from the Phantom III driver's seat and requesting buffer clearance measurements.12th Nov 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0311
Correcting a previous communication regarding Phantom III Coachwork.13th Nov 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0312
Weight of accessories and efforts to reduce weight on the Phantom III coachwork.13th Nov 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0313
Out of true rear brake drums on three Phantom III cars requiring modification.18th Nov 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0314
Progress of bodywork on Phantom III, chassis 38EX, from coachbuilder Park Wards.18th Nov 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0315
Letter to coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. regarding the transfer of experimental chassis 37-EX with a Sedanca de Ville body.18th Nov 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0316
Buffer clearances for three experimental Phantom III cars.20th Nov 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0317
Specification chart detailing vehicle clearances and measurements under normal and loaded conditions.18th Nov 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0318
Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. regarding modifications to the front apron for a Phantom III 38-EX.24th Nov 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0319
Letter to coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. regarding body mounting issues on chassis 38-EX.27th Nov 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0320
Letter discussing the delivery date of a completed car and a delay caused by the late arrival of trimming material.27th Nov 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0321
Instructing the stores to despatch a dashboard with Seapak covering to Messrs Park Ward.8th Dec 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0322
Letter to Messrs Park Ward & Co. regarding the delivery of bonnet catches.8th Dec 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0323
Urgent request to arrange the supply of head and side lamps for Park Wards.16th Dec 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0324
Letter to coachbuilder Messrs Barker Ltd. regarding the fitting of a car heater to an Experimental Phantom III chassis.22th Dec 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0325
Special coachwork features and door lock issues on a Phantom III Enclosed Limousine.30th Dec 1936Box 92 \ 1  scan0326
Request for observations on the testing of a Long Wheelbase Phantom fitted with Floatex bushes.12th Jan 1937Box 92 \ 1  scan0327
Modifying the Phantom III body brackets based on feedback from coachbuilders.19th Jan 1937Box 92 \ 1  scan0328
Urgent telegram requesting a spare wheel well for a Phantom III to be sent to London.30th Jan 1937Box 92 \ 1  scan0329
List of coachbuilders, body styles, and associated reference numbers with dimensional data.24th Mar 1937Box 92 \ 1  scan0330
Experiment of producing an all-aluminium body for the Phantom III.7th Apr 1937Box 92 \ 1  scan0331
Decision to proceed with an experimental all-aluminium body for the Phantom III model.1st Apr 1937Box 92 \ 1  scan0332
Request to have a cheapened front wing stay fixing fitted to car 36-EX.24th Apr 1937Box 92 \ 1  scan0333
Creaking issue with the Phantom III rear body bracket and its design constraints.23th Jun 1937Box 92 \ 1  scan0334
Letter to Paddon Brothers offering to sell a black limousine body from the first experimental Phantom III.14th Dec 1937Box 92 \ 1  scan0335
Letter from Paddon Brothers Ltd discussing the market for car bodies and vehicle pricing.15th Dec 1937Box 92 \ 1  scan0336
Letter to Paddon Brothers Ltd. concerning a Phantom III body made by Park, Ward.17th Dec 1937Box 92 \ 1  scan0337
Body mounting issues on the Phantom III, proposing a 'Floatex Bush' as a solution.30th Dec 1937Box 92 \ 1  scan0338
Recommendation for improving the scuttle steadiness on bodies with demountable heads.30th Dec 1937Box 92 \ 1  scan0339
Improvement in scuttle rigidity for Phantom III bodies with demountable tops.10th Jan 1938Box 92 \ 1  scan0340
Confirming the dispatch of an arm rest for the 33-EX chassis.19th Mar 1938Box 92 \ 1  scan0341
Request to despatch a door arm rest to Mr. Honeyman at Conduit Street for car 33.EX.19th Mar 1938Box 92 \ 1  scan0342
Drawing showing dimensions for the rear bodywork of a Phantom III Barker Touring Limousine.22th Apr 1938Box 92 \ 1  scan0343
Issues with the Phantom III rear body bracket and proposing a solution using a Flortex Bush.22th Apr 1938Box 92 \ 1  scan0344
Blueprint of a Park Ward Touring Limousine body for a Phantom III chassis.1st Dec 1937Box 92 \ 1  scan0345


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