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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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Request to have a pair of standard front downtake pipes fitted to car 39-EX to replace the lightened type.27th May 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0158
Test objectives for a replacement engine, focusing on camshaft performance and bearing adhesion qualities.31th May 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0159
Short memo requesting a date to try a Continental Phantom III in London.1st Jun 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0160
Short memo regarding the unavailability of a Continental Phantom III car for trial.4th Jun 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0161
Numbered list of tests, modifications, and issues for the Continental Phantom III experimental car 39-EX.7th Jun 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0162
Request to manufacture a set of plain bonnet sides with flip-flap shutters for car 39-EX.7th Jun 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0163
Providing test bed figures for the Continental rear exhaust silencer and swan neck.8th Jun 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0164
Performance comparison graph of different exhaust silencer configurations, plotting Brake Horsepower (BHP) against engine speed (RPM).3rd Jun 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0165
Request to remove and test the steam valve on a Continental Phantom III radiator for vulcanisation.21th Jun 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0166
Weight analysis of Continental Car 39-EX received from the coachbuilders.21th Jun 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0167
Test report on the Continental Phantom III discussing issues with noise, roughness, and the performance of non-standard parts.21th Jun 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0168
Progress report on the development status of various vehicle components.21th Jun 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0169
The performance of a Hardy Spicer Propeller Shaft and Petrol Tank.21th Jun 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0170
Complete weight analysis of the Continental Car 39-EX.21th Jun 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0171
Instructions for replacing the rear brake drum liners for a Continental Phantom III.22th Jun 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0172
Comparative performance test data for Oldsmobile, Vauxhall, 32-EX, and 39-EX models at Brooklands.25th Jun 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0173
Requesting modifications to a vehicle's flywheel, axle ratio and brake drums.1st Jul 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0174
Secret memo discussing the introduction of an overdrive gearbox on the Continental Phantom III model to prevent engine failures.2nd Jul 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0175
Proposing improvements to the Continental Phantom III model to address customer feedback and increase profit margins.2nd Jul 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0176
Production timeline and cost implications of introducing the Phantom III Overdrive Gearbox.5th Jul 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0177
Typed list detailing weight savings for a modified Continental model, with handwritten notes.2nd Jul 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0178
Potential cost reduction analysis for the Continental Phantom III model over the 'C' Series.6th Jul 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0179
To HPS requesting four further parts be made to the attached specification EX.25779.6th Jul 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0180
Continental P.III, suggesting a discussion be held in Derby.7th Jul 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0181
Schemes for a radiator steam valve for the Continental Phantom III radiator, requesting parts to be detailed for a new ball valve design.8th Jul 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0182
Follow-up information on weight and cost savings for the Continental P.III.23th Jul 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0183
Proposed cost-saving measures and parts testing for the Continental Phantom III model.28th Jul 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0184
Request to fit a five-bladed Cadillac fan and thermometers to car 39-EX for tests at Brooklands.5th Aug 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0185
Modifications for car 39-EX before its dispatch to France.6th Aug 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0186
List of specifications for modifications to steering, clutch, axle, and suspension components.6th Aug 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0187
List of vehicle modifications and specifications covering the exhaust, petrol system, and other components.6th Aug 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0188
List of modifications for the rear engine mounting, cooling system, starting handle, and undershields.6th Aug 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0189
Specifications for modifications and checks on the cooling system and water pump.6th Aug 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0190
Blueprint detailing the design and dimensions for an exhaust silencer.13th Aug 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0191
Insufficiently rigid mounting of the Wraith steering gear on the Continental Ph.III chassis.13th Aug 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0192
Request to detail and make parts for a Continental Ph.III car for France, based on prints Rm436 and Rm437.17th Aug 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0193
Request to create a drawing for adapting threaded shackles for the 39-EX car.17th Aug 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0194
Request to detail and trial parts for a water pump scheme and a special dashboard gauge unit for a Continental Phantom III car.19th Aug 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0195
The manufacture of two sets of springs for a Continental car's steam valve.19th Aug 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0196
Specifications for springs for a Continental PH.III radiator steam valve and an alternative steam valve.19th Aug 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0197
Blueprints for a proposed Oil Gauge and Thermometer for the Continental Phan.111.21th Aug 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0198
Sending prints for a Phantom III radiator and fittings, specifically for testing alternative materials for washer joints.21th Aug 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0199
The dispatch of blueprints for a proposed Oil Gauge and Thermometer for the Continental Phantom III.21th Aug 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0200
Prints for radiator and fittings, detailing comparative material tests for washers on the Phantom III 39-EX.21th Aug 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0201
The dispatch of blueprints and prints for rear spring components for the Phantom III Experimental vehicle 39.EX.21th Aug 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0202
New drawings and parts required for a Phantom III Continental water pump.26th Aug 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0203
Listing new drawings and required parts for a Continental Water Pump.26th Aug 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0204
Instruction to modify the bonnet rest strip on the dash for Continental Car 39-EX.31th Aug 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0205
Development and testing of pressure cooling systems.3rd Sep 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0206
Tests carried out on an experimental pressurized cooling system fitted to the 39-EX model.1st Sep 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0207
Cooling system tests, including valve seating performance, fan drive suitability, and radiator trials.1st Sep 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0208
The performance of a pressure cooling system during tests at Brooklands, including notes on component issues and a summary of advantages.1st Sep 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0209
Proposal to develop a pressurised cooling system running above 100°C and manage customer perception with a simplified thermometer.1st Sep 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0210
Summary of radiator suitability tests on a Phantom III Continental car at Brooklands.6th Sep 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0211
Request to incorporate a modification to the PH.III bonnet rest plate on the 39.EX chassis during its rebuild.6th Sep 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0212
Requesting the production of a modified rear engine mounting for a Phantom III 39.EX.15th Sep 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0213
Request to design and produce a single radiator stay for car 39-EX (Phantom III Continental), replacing the current two triangular stays.17th Sep 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0214
Request for two shades of grey paint for a new bonnet being fitted to chassis 39-EX.18th Sep 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0215
Decisions on parts for a 15,000-mile test unit.21th Sep 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0216
Impossibility of fitting a single radiator stay on a Phantom III Continental without alterations.21th Sep 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0217
The impossibility of fitting a single radiator stay on a Phantom III Continental without further alterations.21th Sep 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0218
Requesting the fitting of exhaust valves with nitrided stems to a PH.III NO.14 unit, specifying the required clearance.22th Sep 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0219
Request for design attention to try a single radiator stay on the Phantom III Continental.23th Sep 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0220
Request from Barkers to inspect the bodywork of car 39-EX.24th Sep 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0221
Request to fit and test a newly designed radiator yoke on the 39-EX car.24th Sep 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0222
Condition of car model 39-EX, concluding an inspection by Barkers is not useful at this time.28th Sep 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0223
Delay of the 15,000-mile test for car 39-EX to incorporate experimental improvements.1st Oct 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0224
List of required modifications for car 39-EX before its 15,000 miles test in France.1st Oct 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0225
15,000-mile test of 39-EX, prioritizing designs for the Bentley III over the Phantom III.12th Oct 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0226
Proposed specification for the 39-EX Continental P.III, detailing cost reductions and reliability improvements.15th Nov 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0227
List of proposed improvements for a 'Better Car' and general points for consideration.15th Nov 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0228
Listing parts that still require design drawings for the 39-EX project.9th Dec 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0229
Requesting drawing work for four items on the 39-EX Continental Phantom car.10th Dec 1937Box 92 \ 6  scan0230
Proposing to rebuild a car for a French test, specifying essential features.22th Feb 1938Box 92 \ 6  scan0231
Justification and timeline for a 15,000-mile endurance test on a Phantom III car.3rd Mar 1938Box 92 \ 6  scan0232
Disposal of a specially light Phantom III continental body built by Barkers.21th Jan 1939Box 92 \ 6  scan0233
Disposal of a car body from chassis 39-EX and sending it to Lillie Hall.23th Jan 1939Box 92 \ 6  scan0234
Requesting transport for a car body and mudguards to Lillie Hall.26th Jan 1939Box 92 \ 6  scan0235
Parts to be incorporated into chassis 39-EX for cost reduction testing.28th Feb 1938Box 92 \ 6  scan0236
List of part modifications and their manufacturing and design status.28th Feb 1938Box 92 \ 6  scan0237
List of specifications and requirements for various steering components and assemblies.28th Feb 1938Box 92 \ 6  scan0238
Parts and modifications list for steering and radiator components.28th Feb 1938Box 92 \ 6  scan0239
Specification sheet detailing modifications and requirements for various vehicle parts.28th Feb 1938Box 92 \ 6  scan0240
List of modifications and parts for electrical systems and Engine No. 14 Unit.28th Feb 1938Box 92 \ 6  scan0241
Specification list for engine and petrol pump components, with manufacturing and design requirements.28th Feb 1938Box 92 \ 6  scan0242
Requesting Drawing Office drawings for parts to ensure smooth instruction to production.28th Feb 1938Box 92 \ 6  scan0243
Possibility of producing an improved Phantom III for a 15,000-mile test and the conflicting production priorities.8th Mar 1938Box 92 \ 6  scan0244
The trial assembly of a new cam and roller follower for the Wraith steering gear.2nd Mar 1938Box 92 \ 6  scan0245
Discussion with Mr. Fairey about his interest in a modified P.III, referencing his 'hotted up' Phantom II.5th May 1938Box 92 \ 6  scan0246
Information for the preparation and sale of a Continental Phantom III 39-EX.11th May 1938Box 92 \ 6  scan0247
Non-standard parts of a Continental P.III, its performance, and recommendations for its potential sale to a Mr. Fairey.12th May 1938Box 92 \ 6  scan0248
List of non-standard features for the 39-EX chassis built for Mr. Fairey.12th May 1938Box 92 \ 6  scan0249
Delay in offering car 39-EX due to the new overdrive gearbox and leaked information.12th Jul 1938Box 92 \ 6  scan0250
Location of the Continental Phantom III 39-EX car and arranging a repair programme.20th Jun 1938Box 92 \ 6  scan0251
Plan for the experimental Continental Phantom III car, 39-EX.23th Jun 1938Box 92 \ 6  scan0252
Future of the Continental Phantom III 39-EX chassis, agreeing to keep it for a special, high-performance rebuild.14th Jul 1938Box 92 \ 6  scan0253
The disposal of car 39.EX, asking testers which chassis parts to retain.20th Dec 1938Box 92 \ 6  scan0254
Instructions for removing a car body and returning specific chassis parts, with the rest to be scrapped.29th Dec 1938Box 92 \ 6  scan0255
Bonnet length for the 'Spectre' chassis compared to the Phantom II and 20/25 models.9th Feb 1934Box 92 \ 6  scan0256
Bonnet, stripping, and fasteners for the Spectre model, including details of an alternative lighter design.26th Jun 1934Box 92 \ 6  scan0257


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