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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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Recommendation regarding carburetter flooding on the Phantom III model, suggesting machining the induction pipe flange at an angle.28th Mar 1938Box 93 \ 2  scan0229
The sending of various packings and washers to stores with a request for despatch to Cricklewood.29th Mar 1938Box 93 \ 2  scan0230
Dispatch of parts to address a difficult starting issue with a Phantom III carburettor.29th Mar 1938Box 93 \ 2  scan0231
Flooding tests for the Phantom III Stromberg T.P.C. 42 carburettor.4th Apr 1948Box 93 \ 2  scan0232
Test report on carburettor float mechanism, seatings, and needles, including buoyancy and flood tests.4th Apr 1938Box 93 \ 2  scan0233
Buoyancy curve graph for Phantom III F.EC 42 Stromberg carburettors with a 1/2 degree backward tilt.13th Apr 1938Box 93 \ 2  scan0234
Faulty Phantom III carburetters causing flooding, attributing the issue to the needle finish.13th Apr 1938Box 93 \ 2  scan0235
Requesting an order number for servicing work on Phantom III carburetters from two chassis.13th Apr 1938Box 93 \ 2  scan0236
The supply and standardisation of Anodic Oxide treated petrol drain ball valves for the Phantom III and 30 HP Wraith.30th Apr 1938Box 93 \ 2  scan0237
Price list for carburettors and a clutch for various car models.13th Jul 1938Box 93 \ 2  scan0238
Requesting an alteration to the mesh of carburetter filter gauze for the Wraith and Phantom III models.13th Jul 1938Box 93 \ 2  scan0239
Phantom III carburetter complaint regarding carbonising ball valves and a request for test parts.18th Jul 1938Box 93 \ 2  scan0240
Inspection report on a Phantom III carburetter (3CFA.19) following a fire.19th Aug 1938Box 93 \ 2  scan0241
Despatch of two excess Phantom III carburettors to the Zenith Co. for overhaul.31th Aug 1938Box 93 \ 2  scan0242
The service stock of Phantom III Carburetters for the Cricklewood location.1st Sep 1938Box 93 \ 2  scan0243
Graph comparing the power output curves (BHP and BMEP) for the Phantom III and Bentley III engines with open exhausts.1st Sep 1938Box 93 \ 2  scan0244
Review of a two-plate clutch for the Spectre model, comparing it to a single-plate clutch.17th Feb 1934Box 93 \ 3  scan0001
Connecting inner clutch plates by a spring ring and comparing figures with a Lincoln single plate clutch.17th Feb 1934Box 93 \ 3  scan0002
Design of the Spectre clutch, comparing a two-plate design against a single-plate.19th Feb 1934Box 93 \ 3  scan0003
Modifications for the Spectre clutch, specifically a new split casing and the addition of needle roller bearings.21th Feb 1934Box 93 \ 3  scan0004
Questioning the reconsideration of a double plate clutch design for the Spectre model.21th Feb 1934Box 93 \ 3  scan0005
Lubrication proposal for the Spectre clutch spigot bearing.26th Jun 1934Box 93 \ 3  scan0006
Modifications to the Spectre Clutch, proposing an aluminium flywheel cover for the second engine.19th Jul 1934Box 93 \ 3  scan0007
Design of a single-plate clutch for the Spectre model to replace the existing two-plate clutch.27th Jul 1934Box 93 \ 3  scan0008
Seizing of the Spectre clutch outboard bearing due to lack of lubrication and proposed modifications to the splines.30th Jul 1934Box 93 \ 3  scan0009
Damage caused by bifurcated rivetting on specific clutch driven members and instructions to use ordinary rivetting instead.20th Oct 1934Box 93 \ 3  scan0010
Revised and simplified design for the Spectre clutch.29th Oct 1934Box 93 \ 3  scan0011
Modifications to the Spectre single plate clutch and its associated components.5th Nov 1934Box 93 \ 3  scan0012
The substitution of a revised clutch pressure lever for the Spectre Single Plate Clutch.8th Nov 1934Box 93 \ 3  scan0013
Modification to the pedal forging and clutch operating lever for the Spectre single plate clutch.13th Nov 1934Box 93 \ 3  scan0014
Modification to the Spectre Single Plate Clutch to improve freedom from binding.14th Dec 1934Box 93 \ 3  scan0015
Technical memorandum discussing data on clutches for various chassis, focusing on pedal effort and separation.4th Feb 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0016
Alterations to chassis pedal travel and feedback on a new single plate clutch.4th Feb 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0017
Specification table comparing particulars for different clutch models.16th Feb 1933Box 93 \ 3  scan0018
Comparative table of clutch particulars for various car models.1st Feb 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0019
Requesting a new clutch pedal be fitted to future chassis for the Spectre Clutch.11th Feb 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0020
New thrust bearing for the Spectre Clutch on a Phantom type vehicle to reduce noise.11th Feb 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0021
Modification to the Spectre clutch driven plate to resolve an issue when hot.12th Feb 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0022
Assembly difficulty with the Spectre Clutch operating shaft, suggesting the use of a blank serration.22th Feb 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0023
Design alternatives for the Spectre Clutch operating shaft and a requested modification.26th Feb 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0024
Comparison of clutch data specifications for the Phantom II and Phantom III Spectre models.14th Mar 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0025
Comparison of clutch data for the Phantom II and Phantom III Spectre models.14th Mar 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0026
Increased clutch pedal travel for the Spectre model, with a comparison to the Phantom.14th Mar 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0027
Communication proposing an increase in spring length due to a re-evaluation of loads and deflection.14th Mar 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0028
Data sheet detailing clutch specifications for the Phantom and Spectre models.14th Mar 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0029
Data sheet comparing clutch leverage and load characteristics for Phantom and Spectre models.14th Mar 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0030
Comparison table of pressure, friction, and torque for Phantom and Spectre models.18th Mar 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0031
Temporary scheme to increase the inertia of a crankshaft slipper flywheel for the Spectre project.18th Mar 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0032
Requesting the detailing and production of parts to experimentally fit a slipper wheel to a No. 1 chassis.19th Mar 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0033
Adding inertia to the Spectre single plate clutch using plasticene for measurement.21th Mar 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0034
Request to provide a single plate flywheel and clutch to Walter Bell to determine its polar moment of inertia.21th Mar 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0035
Clutch pedal return issue on Spectre and Bentley models and proposing a new spring specification as a remedy.2nd Apr 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0036
Modifications to the Spectre Clutch Operation to reduce cost and improve accessibility.24th Apr 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0037
Technical note on modifications to clutch operating levers and a complaint regarding oil leaks from the thrust bearing supply pipe.24th Apr 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0038
Secret memo regarding modifications to the Spectre Clutch.26th Apr 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0039
Request for a sketch showing how much inertia can be added to a Spectre flywheel without fouling the crankcase.7th May 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0040
Failed needle bearing in the Spectre Clutch and a request to replace it with Oilite bushes.11th May 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0041
The failure of a needle bearing in the Spectre flywheel and clutch assembly and a recommendation for further tests.13th May 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0042
Modifications to the Spectre Clutch to deal with a needle roller bearing failure.13th May 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0043
Experiment to fit a heavier flywheel to a Spectre car to resolve gearbox issues.21th May 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0044
Clutch shaft with castellations in place of serrations for the Spectre model.29th May 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0045
Urgent modification to the Spectre chassis clutch shaft, replacing serrations with castellations.29th May 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0046
Modifications to the clutch for a Spectre 3-S-I vehicle undergoing a 10,000-mile test.30th May 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0047
Specification of the Spectre Clutch for the next 8 chassis.31th May 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0048
List of modifications relating to levers, clutch bearings, and clutch shafts.31th May 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0049
Specification for the Spectre Clutch for the next 8 chassis.31th May 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0050
Sheet 2 of a memo detailing modifications to clutch components and related parts.31th May 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0051
Secret and urgent memo regarding the design improvements of a larger slipper flywheel for the Spectre model.31th May 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0052
Modifications to the Spectre Clutch ball bearing and shaft fitting.6th Jun 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0053
Secret memorandum regarding urgent modifications to the Spectre clutch, including a stiffened flywheel cover and operating levers.7th Jun 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0054
Testing a new clutch fabric from Ferodo on the Spectre Clutch model.27th Jun 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0055
To RHC requesting the change of a fabric coupling on the Spectre I car.11th Jul 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0056
Secret memo detailing design updates to the Spectre Clutch, referencing schemes N.Sch.4578 and N.Sch.4507.8th Aug 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0057
Changes and fitting instructions for the Spectre flywheel and clutch.8th Jun 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0058
Comparison of weight and moment of inertia for two clutch types, a Double Plate and a Single Plate, trialled on the Spectre.22th Aug 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0059
Requesting an order for modified 'Spectre Clutch' plates for testing due to sales complaints.5th Oct 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0060
Trial of a long clutch centre from America for the Spectre clutch, requesting a set of parts be made.15th Oct 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0061
New cover for the Phantom III clutch casing with increased ventilation aperture.5th Nov 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0062
Modified intermediate lever needed for the increased inertia flywheel on the Phantom III.30th Nov 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0063
Cost breakdown for Ph.III Clutch Borg & Beck centre plates for experimental and production orders.2nd Dec 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0064
Modifications to the flywheel and clutch for the Phantom III.4th Dec 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0065
The importance of balancing the flywheel and clutch to prevent vibration, referencing a specific issue with a 'red car'.9th Dec 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0066
Requesting two experimental sets of 'Spectre' clutch springs with new specifications.11th Dec 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0067
To RHC regarding the need to update obsolete splines on the driven member of Ph.III clutches for the first six Spectre units.23th Dec 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0068
Distortion of Phantom III clutch pressure plates and a proposed stress-releasing treatment.23th Dec 1935Box 93 \ 3  scan0069
Feedback from Borg & Beck on issues with distorted Ph.III pressure plates.1st Jan 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0070
Instruction to send a Phantom III clutch driven member and hubs to Messrs Borg & Beck for modification.4th Jan 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0071
Experiments and analysis of different clutch plates for the Phantom III.5th Jan 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0072
Technical memo discussing the performance and proposed modifications for Borg & Beck clutch plates.5th Jan 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0073
Mechanical test report on the ultimate tensile strength of a 'Millenite' clutch pressure plate.10th Jan 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0074
Lower than specified tensile strength and distortion of Ph.III Clutch Pressure Plates G.83381.11th Jan 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0075
Use of Borg & Beck clutch components for the Phantom 111 production chassis.17th Jan 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0076
New, stiffened pressure plate for the Phantom III clutch.20th Jan 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0077
Stiffened pressure plate for the Phantom III clutch.20th Jan 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0078
Solution for engine noise transmitted through the Phantom III clutch pedal.25th Jan 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0079
Requesting an arbor be made for Borg & Beck driven plates for the Ph.III, detailing assembly procedures.28th Jan 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0080
Note regarding a lightened flywheel with a stiffened clutch pressure plate for the Phantom III.30th Jan 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0081
Lightened flywheel and stiffened clutch pressure plate for the Phantom III.30th Jan 1938Box 93 \ 3  scan0082
The dispatch of a Phantom III Clutch Plate arrangement to St. Pancras Station.11th Aug 1937Box 93 \ 3  scan0083
Rubber stop for the Clutch Pedal on the Phantom III model.30th Jan 1936Box 93 \ 3  scan0084


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