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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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Requesting measurements of slacks in a 35-EX gearbox before and after rebuilding.23th Nov 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0239
Oversight in the instruction for Phantom III gearbox selector rod springs.25th Nov 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0240
Instructing the use of selector rod springs G.82221 for all future and existing Phantom III gearboxes.29th Nov 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0241
Requesting preparation of narrow synchromesh cone pieces for the Phantom III Gearbox.2nd Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0242
Modifications for the improved actuation of the reverse catch on the gear lever for all cars.2nd Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0243
Experiments and modifications for the Phantom III Gearbox scoop.4th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0244
The design for an isolated gear lever for the Phantom III.4th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0245
Modifications to the gearbox, gear lever, reverse catch, and hand brake lever.4th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0246
Potential modifications for the Phantom III production gearbox, specifically regarding cones and screw threads.4th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0247
Letter from Thomson & Taylor regarding transmission backlash noise, referencing information from Hudson.5th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0248
Letter from the Experimental Department regarding a 12-cylinder car and chassis availability.6th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0249
Investigating and solving 'chunking in the drive' by using a dashpot in the carburetter.6th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0250
Short internal memo suggesting a new gearbox for a car.6th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0251
Requesting the nickel plating of cones and fitting of narrow cones to a Phantom III gearbox from car 33-EX.7th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0252
Modifications and parts for a Phantom III gearbox, with a handwritten response.7th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0253
Status report and allocation list for Spectre model gearboxes.9th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0254
Handover of the Spectre I car for gearbox work and the dismantling of car 31-EX.9th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0255
Letter from The Harboro' Rubber Co. Ltd regarding rubber buffer samples and durometer readings.10th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0256
Experimental designs and issues with the Phantom III rear gearbox mounting.14th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0257
The specifications for a rubber component to handle specific loads.14th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0258
Requesting production of rubber washers and rings due to incorrect hardness of samples from Harboro Rubber Co.17th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0259
Reverting to the original rear gearbox rubber mounting for the Phantom III after a newer design failed.17th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0260
'chunking' issue in Phantom III gearboxes, highlighting the importance of tight sliding pieces.13th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0261
Oil feeding scoop for the 3rd speed and spigot bushes of a Ph.III Gearbox.11th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0262
Tests of an oil scoop for the Ph.III Gearbox.13th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0263
Conclusion from tests on oil delivery arrangements, identifying arrangement No.2 as the most satisfactory for production.13th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0264
Blueprint showing modifications to an oil scoop for a PH.III Gearbox.13th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0265
Test results for a Spectre Gear Box oil feed to the third motion shaft, run in fourth gear.29th Oct 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0266
Test data sheet for the oil feed to the 3rd motion shaft of an I.H.S. Spectre gearbox.18th Nov 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0267
Test results for the Spectre Gear-Box oil feed to the 3rd motion shaft in 4th speed.3rd Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0268
Test report on the Spectre Gearbox oil feed to the 3rd motion shaft, detailing modifications and results using high pressure heavy oil.13th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0269
Gearbox tests comparing results from horizontal test conditions to expected road conditions.13th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0270
Graph plotting oil ejected versus oil temperature at various RPMs for a Spectre gear box 3rd motion shaft lubrication test.18th Nov 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0271
Request to manufacture a set of cones for a Ph.III gearbox with four specific design instructions.18th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0272
Modifications to the Synchromesh Cones for the Phantom III Gearbox.18th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0273
The fitment of a final lubrication scoop scheme to a Phantom III Rig Gearbox.19th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0274
Alternative schemes and standardisation for Phantom III Gearbox Mountings.19th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0275
Testing and selection of a rear gearbox mounting for the Phantom III.19th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0276
Letter to T.B. Andre & Co. Ltd. regarding issues with a rubber ring part contracting after moulding.21th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0277
Phantom III Gearbox and urging the progression of the N.Sch.4661 9° cone scheme experiment.23th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0278
Dispatch note detailing parts being sent to the Harboro' Rubber Co. Ltd. for modification.23th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0279
Request to issue a purchase order for rubber parts to the Harboro' Rubber Co. Ltd.23th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0280
Letter to The Harboro' Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the production of rubber parts using supplied steel components.23th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0281
Letter from The Harboro' Rubber Co. Ltd regarding the supply of rubber blocks and metal inserts.27th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0282
Modification to Phantom III gearbox diaphragm retaining bolts to prevent cracking.30th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0283
Solution for 'chunking' in Ph.III gearboxes by improving the fit of sliding pieces.30th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0284
Letter from Silentbloc Limited regarding the assembly of a part as per print N.Sch.4531 and the submission of a sample.1st Jan 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0285
Dispatch of Phantom III rear gearbox parts for rubber mounting fitting.2nd Jan 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0286
Despatch of rubber gearbox suspension units to Silent Bloc Ltd for refitting.4th Jan 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0287
Request to send a covering order to Silentbloc Ltd. for rubber parts.4th Jan 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0288
Letter to Silent Bloc Ltd. regarding the properties and testing of rubber parts for vibration reduction.4th Jan 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0289
Instruction to rebuild a gearbox from car 33.EX.-2HS with the crowned Cone scheme.6th Jan 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0290
Specifying the requirements for rebuilding a Ph.III gearbox, No. 4-HS, taken from car 31-EX.7th Jan 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0291
Recommendation to remove the oil drain pipes for the servo bearings on the Ph.III gearbox for production models.8th Jan 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0292
Investigation into the causes and proposed solutions for erratic synchromesh working in the Phantom III Gearbox.8th Jan 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0293
Gearbox design improvements, comparing Vulture and Phantom III synchromesh cones.8th Jan 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0294
Requesting the reproduction of modified Vulture type bronze and steel cones for the Phantom gearbox.8th Jan 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0295
Technical memorandum discussing the design and testing of the Phantom III rear gearbox mounting.14th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0296
The specifications for a rubber component's length, area, and volume for load-bearing purposes.14th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 1  scan0297
Modifications to strengthen the 3rd speed driven gear for the Phantom III gearbox.13th Jan 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0298
Modifications to the Phantom III gearbox's 3rd speed driven gear to strengthen it.13th Jan 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0299
Letter from Silentbloc Limited discussing two bearing suggestions, 'A' and 'B', in response to a drawing.13th Jan 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0300
Blueprint showing two suggestions for a gearbox mounting rear support.10th Jan 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0301
Letter to Silentbloc Ltd. discussing rubber component designs, requesting samples and a cost per unit.14th Jan 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0302
Gearbox jumping out of 2nd gear on chassis 33-EX and requesting a modification.14th Jan 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0303
Payment authorisation for an invoice from the British Tyre & Rubber Co., Ltd.15th Jan 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0304
Modification to the Phantom III gearbox's second speed sliding shaft due to a stiff spring ring.16th Jan 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0305
Letter from Silentbloc Limited discussing deflection test results for their bearings versus a customer's mounting.16th Jan 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0306
Production and specification of coarse pitch gears for the Phantom III chassis gearbox.17th Jan 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0307
Production testing of coarse pitch gears for the Phantom III.20th Jan 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0308
Letter from Silentbloc Limited confirming a meeting with Mr. Leslie to discuss Silentbloc Mountings.21th Jan 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0309
Issues with gearbox No. 3-HS and instructions for its repair.22th Jan 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0310
Request to issue an order to cover rubber buffers received from the British Tyre & Rubber Co., Ltd.23th Jan 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0311
The fitting of a first sample rubber for the Rear Gearbox Mounting on car 32-EX.23th Jan 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0312
Requesting the manufacture of two steel and two bronze cones and reporting issues with a previous design.28th Jan 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0313
Modifications to the Phantom III brake rods and gearbox suspension to resolve a fouling issue.28th Jan 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0314
Proposed modifications to the brake rods and gearbox suspension for the Phantom III to resolve a fouling issue.28th Jan 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0315
Invoice received from The Harboro Rubber Co. Ltd. for rubber blocks that the Stores Department has no record of receiving.28th Jan 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0316
The Phantom III rear gearbox mounting.1st Feb 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0317
Letter to Silentbloc Ltd. concerning the testing of a sample rubber mounting and requesting further units.1st Feb 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0318
To book in 4 rubbers received from The Harboro Rubber Co. Ltd.1st Feb 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0319
Order be issued for 6 Silentbloc gearbox units.1st Feb 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0320
Dispatch request to send one rear rubber gearbox mounting to Messrs Silentbloc Ltd. for inspection.1st Feb 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0321
Letter from Silentbloc Limited discussing load deflection test results and materials for sample mountings.3rd Feb 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0322
Letter to Messrs. Silentbloc Ltd. regarding the material for inner sleeves of gearbox mountings.4th Feb 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0323
To RHC about testing various bronze and hardened cones for the Phantom III Gearbox.4th Feb 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0324
Letter from Silentbloc detailing test results for a sample mounting, showing load vs. deflection.6th Feb 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0325
Test report on a Phantom III gearbox (HS8), focusing on the performance and bedding-in of fine thread synchromesh cones.7th Feb 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0326
Dynamometer testing of a Phantom III gearbox with Cadillac type gears.11th Feb 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0327
Modification to the Phantom III Gearbox Silentbloc Rear Support.12th Feb 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0328
Modification to the Phantom III gearbox Silentbloc rear support, required for immediate production.12th Feb 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0329
The strengthening of synchromesh cones for the Phantom III gearbox.12th Feb 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0330
The strengthening of synchromesh cones for the Phantom III gearbox.12th Feb 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0331
Letter to Silentbloc Ltd. requesting detailed drawings for a rubber component to be put into production.13th Feb 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0332
Cost reduction suggestions for the Phantom III isolated gear lever, proposing material changes for shafts and bearing cages.14th Feb 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0333
Suggesting cost-saving changes for the Phantom III isolated gear lever by using different materials.14th Feb 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0334
Modifications to the Phantom III isolated gear lever.14th Feb 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0335
Modifications to the Phantom III isolated gear lever, including a stop for the ball cage and changes to the lever shaft bore.14th Feb 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0336
Test report on a Phantom III HSG Gearbox after road testing and alterations.19th Feb 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0337
Road test results for a Phantom III HS5 Gearbox after approximately 500 changes.19th Feb 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0338


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