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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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Modification to the reverse shaft bush for Spectre and Wraith gearboxes.26th Sep 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0039
Modifications to the Spectre gearbox, specifically the reverse gear oil duct and the location of the drain plug.26th Sep 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0040
Modifications to the Spectre Gearbox to facilitate assembly and dismantling.27th Sep 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0041
Modifications to the Spectre Gearbox 2nd speed actuating mechanism.2nd Oct 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0042
Alterations for the second 'Spectre Gearbox' casting.8th Oct 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0043
List of modifications and additional parts for experimental purposes, page 2.24th Sep 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0044
Spring-loaded ball location for the 1st speed wheel in Spectre and Wraith gearboxes.13th Oct 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0045
Modifications to the Spectre Gearbox bearing surface and washer.19th Oct 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0046
Arrangement of couplings in the Spectre Transmission and a modification to the detachable coupling.19th Oct 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0047
Request to alter the Spectre and Wraith gearboxes by increasing the number of bolts serving as dowels.24th Oct 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0048
Modifications to the Spectre Gearbox selector lock housing to save cost and weight.24th Oct 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0049
Placement of casing bolts on Spectre and Wraith gearboxes.29th Oct 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0050
Modifications to the servo drive for the Spectre & Wraith gearboxes.29th Oct 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0051
Insufficient coring of the oil return passage for the bearing on Spectre Gearbox servo drive casings.29th Oct 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0052
Specification for the third Spectre gearbox with modifications to the casing.1st Nov 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0053
List of modifications for gearbox components including the servo shaft, casing, speedometer drive, and synchromesh pieces.1st Nov 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0054
Revision to the Spectre gearbox speedometer drive.1st Nov 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0055
Specification document for the third Spectre gearbox, detailing modifications to the casing.1st Nov 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0056
List of modifications and instructions for a vehicle's gearbox and related components.1st Nov 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0057
Modification to the Spectre Gearbox actuating sleeve to reduce expense.5th Nov 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0058
The investigation of larger servos for Spectre and Wraith gearboxes and potential casing alterations.5th Nov 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0059
Alterations to the dimensions of flanges on Spectre and Wraith gearboxes.5th Nov 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0060
Modifications to the Spectre Gearbox casing to accommodate a larger servo.14th Nov 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0061
Instructing to hold up production of specific Spectre and Wraith gearbox parts pending alterations.21th Nov 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0062
The behaviour of the first all-helical gearbox.23th Nov 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0063
Preliminary report on the testing and performance of the Spectre All Helical Gearbox.23th Nov 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0064
Gearbox issues, including 2nd gear disengagement, jumping out of gear, and slack in the 3rd motion shaft.23th Nov 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0065
Modifications to the Spectre Gearbox.29th Nov 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0066
Design modification for Spectre and Wraith gearboxes concerning oil flow.4th Dec 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0067
Requested modifications for an all-helical gearbox.5th Dec 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0068
With diagram detailing modifications to a Spectre Gearbox to correct a 2nd speed gear fault.6th Dec 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0069
Trial of high Brinell surface hardness for steel housings in Spectre and Wraith gearboxes.7th Dec 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0070
Alterations to the gearbox attachments for Spectre and Wraith models.7th Dec 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0071
To hold up work on specific parts for the Spectre and Wraith gearboxes due to a meshing issue.12th Dec 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0072
Modifications to the Spectre Gearbox's second speed to prevent the gear from disengaging.14th Dec 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0073
Methods for diagnosing noise in experimental gearboxes, including copper plating gears.31th Dec 1934Box 94 \ 1  scan0074
Request for experimental shorter bushes for the Spectre Gearbox to reduce oil drag.1st Jan 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0075
Design for the Spectre Gearbox's 2nd speed pieces.2nd Jan 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0076
The application of needle roller bearings to the Spectre Gearbox.3rd Jan 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0077
New higher ratio 1st speed gear for the Spectre Gearbox to improve cold operation and reduce stress.8th Jan 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0078
Outlining improvements for the Spectre Gearbox regarding heavy operation when cold.3rd Jan 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0079
2nd and 3rd speeds compared to the S.M. 2nd Phantom and the measurement of oil drag.3rd Jan 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0080
Confirming arrangements to rig-test a Spectre gearbox casting to resolve oil drag problems.5th Jan 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0081
Secret memo regarding the specifications and status of experimental gearboxes for the Spectre car.14th Jan 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0082
Specification sheet detailing modifications for a 3rd gearbox, with comparisons to previous versions.14th Jan 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0083
List of modifications, numbered 16 to 30, detailing changes to various mechanical components.14th Jan 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0084
List of alternative parts and modifications for trial on a vehicle's transmission system.14th Jan 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0085
Correct Durometer hardness for rubbers in the Spectre gearbox, requesting an update to Drawing G.56304.17th Jan 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0086
Modifications to a fractured sleeve for a Spectre Gearbox motion shaft.18th Jan 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0087
Strengthened flanges for Spectre and Wraith gearbox shafts.18th Jan 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0088
Modification to the Spectre Gearbox stay for improved clutch coupling accessibility.6th Feb 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0089
Dynamometer testing of a Spectre All Helical Gearbox, detailing a failure in 3rd gear and subsequent modifications.7th Feb 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0090
Requesting a new design for a more flexible gearbox suspension to increase silence, referencing the Terraplane engine mounting.11th Feb 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0091
Request to the Order Office for six sets of Spectre gearbox front rubber supports with a revised material specification.13th Feb 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0092
Modifications to the Spectre Gearbox rubber mounting to improve silence.14th Feb 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0093
Permanent scheme and modifications for the 3rd box of the Spectre gearbox.16th Feb 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0094
The Spectre Gearbox Test, run on the Dynamometer on the Vulture Car.18th Feb 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0095
Instruction regarding the hardening of surfaces for components within the Spectre and Wraith gearboxes.20th Feb 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0096
Hardening instructions for the 1st speed retaining plate on Spectre and Wraith gearboxes.21th Feb 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0097
Experimental department report on the dynamometer testing of the Spectre All Helical Gearbox.21th Feb 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0098
The dynamometer and road testing of the Spectre All Helical Gearbox.21th Feb 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0099
Two alterations for the Spectre Gearbox 1st and Reverse gears.25th Feb 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0100
Assembly difficulty of the Spectre Gearbox due to incorrect bracket placement.28th Feb 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0101
Instruction to delete the boss on the gearbox arm for the Spectre and Wraith models.28th Feb 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0102
Temporary arrangement for the Spectre Gearbox using ball bearings in place of roller bearings.8th Mar 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0103
Modified pressure angles for the Spectre Gearbox teeth, referencing a Cadillac design.12th Mar 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0104
Requesting the measurement of the gearbox end float for the Spectre No. 2 Car.13th Mar 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0105
Secret memo regarding pressure angle adjustments for the Spectre Gear Box, N. Scheme 4414.28th Mar 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0106
Corrections for the Spectre Gearbox.28th May 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0107
Trial of a Spectre gearbox using coarse pitch gears with a 45-degree helix.28th Mar 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0108
Modification to the frame for the Spectre gearbox, referencing updated drawings.3rd Apr 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0109
Experimental figures for end load produced by torque on a 5/8' nut with 20 threads per inch.8th Apr 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0110
Proposal for an experiment to reduce gear noise in the Spectre Gearbox by increasing shaft stiffness.9th Apr 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0111
Modifications to a layshaft and 3rd motion shaft to handle thrust loads for an experiment.9th Apr 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0112
Blueprint for experimental gears clamped endwise for the Spectre Gearbox.10th Apr 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0113
Status of ongoing experiments on the Spectre gearbox.11th Apr 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0114
List of features for a trial on a Spectre Gearbox.11th Apr 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0115
Modifications to the SPECTRE gearbox with a horizontal hand brake.25th Apr 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0116
List of experiments to be conducted on the Spectre gearbox rig.2nd May 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0117
Experiment for supplying oil to bearings for the Spectre Gearbox.3rd May 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0118
Modifications to the Spectre Gearbox inspection cover and associated components.4th May 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0119
Oil drag tests on a Spectre gearbox and a request for modification.10th May 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0120
Request to trial an aluminium change speed bracket for the Spectre Gear Lever to reduce noise.15th May 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0121
Secret memorandum discussing the replacement of standard bearings with special ball bearings for the Spectre Gearbox.17th May 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0122
Proposing the use of a larger standard ball bearing without waiting for test results.17th May 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0123
Urgent testing of ball bearings for the Spectre Gearbox.17th May 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0124
Secret memo outlining suggestions for modifications to the Spectre Gearbox, Governor Control, and Hand Brake Equaliser.17th May 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0125
Alterations to coil springs and the attachment of a schedule for a filter retaining spring ring.17th May 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0126
Investigation into noise and 'chunking' issues with the Spectre gearbox, detailing experiments and comparisons with other models.21th May 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0127
Comparison table of gearbox backlash test results for various models.21th May 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0128
Secret memo regarding weight reduction modifications for the Spectre Gearbox.21th May 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0129
Specifications and issues for the Spectre 3-S-1 gearbox 10,000-mile test.24th May 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0130
Oil drag tests conducted on a Spectre 4.HS gearbox, noting the effects of temperature.27th May 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0131
Graph showing the gear lever torque required to disengage first gear relative to the torque applied to the third motion shaft.7th May 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0132
Oil drag and power loss test results for the Spectre 4-speed gearbox.4th May 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0133
Secret memo detailing pattern alterations for a friction damper and modifications to the gear lever bracket for the Spectre Gearbox.31th May 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0134
Material change for the gearbox plunger housing to reduce weight, using alloys RR.50 or RR.56.31th May 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0135
Lubrication scheme test for the 3rd motion shaft of a Spectre gearbox.6th Jun 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0136
Specification for the gearboxes of the first eight Spectre Chassis, listing various components and their part numbers.7th Jun 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0137
Parts list for various motion shafts and drive systems.7th Jun 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0138


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