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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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Tests to improve the synchromesh operation on the Phantom III gearbox, specifically regarding the bedding of cones.24th Feb 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0339
The bedding of cones in a Phantom III Gearbox.24th Feb 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0340
Testing fine thread cones in an HS8 gearbox for bedding-in purposes.24th Feb 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0341
Test report on a Phantom III No.5 Gearbox after modifications to core angles and fitting new ball races.24th Feb 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0342
Invoice from British Tyre & Rubber Co. Ltd. for vulcanising rubber blocks to metal housings.24th Feb 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0343
Gearbox issues, specifically gear mesh and synchromesh failure, for the Phantom III Hs.5.27th Feb 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0344
Internal request to place an official order for buffers and metal housings.27th Feb 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0345
Modifications to the Phantom III gearbox lubrication scheme.2nd Mar 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0346
Modifications to the lubricating scheme for the Phantom III Gearbox.2nd Mar 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0347
Instruction for modifying the Phantom III gearbox by shortening the inner synchromesh cones.3rd Mar 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0348
Results of extensive tests on Phantom III gearbox synchromesh cones.5th Mar 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0349
Clutch drive test, concluding that the bronze and steel cones are not sufficiently rigid.5th Mar 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0350
Request to drill holes in the Phantom III gearbox's 2nd speed synchromesh cone.12th Mar 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0351
Drilling holes in the Phantom III Gearbox 2nd Speed Synchromesh Cone.12th Mar 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0352
Increased area of thrust washers for the Phantom III differential gear.24th Mar 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0353
Modification to increase the area of thrust washers for the Phantom III differential gear.24th Mar 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0354
.003 inch correction required on the top gear cone of a Ph.III Gearbox No. 33-EX.30th Mar 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0355
Technical memo about gearbox gears working out of mesh and the required clearances.2nd Apr 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0356
Gearbox design improvements and addressing gears working out of mesh for various car models.3rd Apr 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0357
Enquiry to Silentbloc Ltd. for performance data and cost of a bush for a rear engine mounting.21th Apr 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0358
Blueprint illustrating load and torque requirements for a cylindrical component.22th Apr 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0359
Letter from Silentbloc Limited providing specifications and pricing for Silentbloc Bearings.22th Apr 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0360
New design of dirt covers and Arens control routing for the Phantom III gearbox.24th Apr 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0361
Request to complete Phantom III gearbox No. 4HS for chassis 33-EX with specific modifications.24th Apr 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0362
Letter from Silentbloc regarding tolerances for part number G.84361.27th Apr 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0363
Letter to Silentbloc Ltd. detailing revised drawing specifications for unit G.84361.29th Apr 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0364
Modifications to the Gearbox Stay for the Phantom III.30th Apr 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0365
Confirming modifications to the Phantom III gearbox speedo drive lubrication system.9th May 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0366
Investigation into the Phantom III speedometer drive running dry and the recommendation to drill additional oil holes.15th May 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0367
Noisy rear bearing on the Phantom III gearbox first motion shaft.15th May 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0368
Design change for the Phantom III Speedometer Drive, specifically concerning drain holes and an oil retaining washer.18th May 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0369
Requested improvements for experimental gearboxes.23th Dec 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0370
Experiment on a gearbox with original unlapped first motion shaft bearings.23th Dec 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0371
Letter to Hughes-Johnson Stamping Co. Ltd. requesting a cost reduction quote for small gearbox levers.23th Dec 1936Box 94 \ 1  scan0372
Requesting a modification to a Phantom III gearbox's 3rd motion shaft for a dynamometer test.25th May 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0001
Synchromesh issue on a Phantom III gearbox for car 32-EX and instructing the preparation of a modified replacement gearbox.29th May 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0002
Checks and modifications for various car gearboxes.5th Jun 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0003
The production of the scoop lubrication scheme for the Phantom III Gearbox.5th Jun 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0004
Use of stronger versus weaker selector rod springs in the Phantom III gearbox.5th Jun 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0005
Modifications and testing for Phantom III gearboxes due to issues with gears jumping out of mesh.8th Jun 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0006
Experimental modification to the Phantom III gearbox using acme splines.10th Jun 1938Box 94 \ 2  scan0007
Suggesting fitting non-floating gear bushes to the Phantom III gearbox to reduce gear rocking and wear.11th Jun 1928Box 94 \ 2  scan0008
Proposing an experiment on steel thrust washers for the Phantom III gearbox 3rd speed gears.11th Jun 1938Box 94 \ 2  scan0009
Requesting a modification for an 'Isolated Change Gear Lever' to be carried out on a different vehicle.13th Jun 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0010
Proposal to remedy an issue with the Phantom III gearbox 2nd speed coupling by applying a universal ring.15th May 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0011
Sketch showing wear on bushes in the 35-EX Gear Box.15th Jun 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0012
Drawing and measurement table for 2nd and 3rd speed gear bushes.10th Jun 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0013
Tests to determine the frictional resistance of the top gear sliding piece in a Phantom III Gearbox.16th Jun 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0014
The trial of a different ball bearing for the Phantom III gearbox and the ordering of parts for two types of gearbox.16th Jun 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0015
Listing required parts and modifications for a Phantom III Gearbox, box No. 10HS.1st Jul 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0016
Experiments on Phantom III gearboxes to prevent gears from coming out of mesh.8th Jul 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0017
Trial of an 'Isolated Change Speed Mechanism' on 20/25 or Bentley cars before standardizing it for cost reduction.5th Aug 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0018
Letter to The Associated Equipment Co. Ltd. inquiring about a scheme for preventing dog clutches working out of mesh in gearboxes.19th Aug 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0019
Letter from the Associated Equipment Co. Ltd. regarding a scheme for preventing gearbox dog clutches from disengaging.20th Aug 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0020
Application of a spherical thrust face to a Phantom III gearbox 2nd speed coupling.24th Aug 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0021
Modification to a 2nd speed component, featuring a spherical seated washer, marked as not suitable for production.24th Aug 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0022
Requesting further testing on a Phantom III gearbox experiment involving a soft third motion shaft.2nd Sep 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0023
Two schemes to prevent the 3rd speed from working out of mesh on the Phantom III gearbox.8th Sep 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0024
Excessive movement in the Phantom III engine and gearbox links, which can cause clutch jaggers.11th Sep 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0025
Strengthened universal ring for the Phantom III Gearbox 2nd speed coupling.11th Sep 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0026
Standardisation of an oil scoop on the gearbox 3rd motion shaft.3rd Sep 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0027
Cost comparison between an old and new part, including estimated costs for extra jigs, tools, and equipment.26th Aug 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0028
Issues with Phantom III gearboxes on four specific cars.22th Sep 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0029
Issues with the Phantom III gearbox and the plan to build a test unit with new components.29th Sep 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0030
Replacement gearbox for a Phantom III, chassis 3-AX-96, due to an issue with second and third gears.25th Sep 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0031
Cancelling instructions for a Phantom III gearbox part, discussing potential synchromesh unit modifications.30th Sep 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0032
Instructions for testing and modifying three specific Phantom III gearboxes.5th Oct 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0033
Meeting report on modifications and testing for the Phantom III gearbox to address gears coming out of mesh.6th Oct 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0034
Confirming the successful dynamometer testing of a modified part for the Phantom III axle and gearbox.7th Oct 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0035
Endurance testing report on a Phantom III Axle and gearbox, including tests on larger differential washers, Cadillac gears, and an Oldham coupling.7th Oct 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0036
Test report on modified components including a 'Concertina' 3rd speed coupling.7th Oct 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0037
Torsional rating test results for a Phantom II gearbox fabric coupling.13th Oct 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0038
Graph showing the results of a torsional rating test for a gearbox fabric coupling.7th Oct 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0039
Torsional rating test results for a G.80232 Hardy Fabric gearbox coupling.16th Oct 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0040
Graph showing the results of a torsional rating test on a gearbox fabric coupling.7th Oct 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0041
Graph showing the results of a torsional rating test on a G80232 Hardy Fabric gearbox coupling.14th Oct 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0042
Torsional rating test results for a G.80232 Hardy Fabric gearbox coupling.16th Oct 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0043
Graph plotting the results of a torsional rating test on a Hardy Fabric gearbox coupling, showing angular movement versus torque.14th Oct 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0044
Graph showing the results of a torsional rating test on a Hardy fabric gearbox coupling.7th Oct 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0045
Modifications required for the gearbox of car 38-EX.26th Oct 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0046
Modifications to the Phantom III gearbox, specifically concerning oil grooves for the 2nd speed pinion bushes.26th Oct 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0047
Fault where the Phantom III gearbox jumps out of third gear and a proposed solution.27th Oct 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0048
Requesting the incorporation of N.Sch.4940 2nd speed bushes for a 33-Ex gearbox, and for a second set for dynamometer testing.27th Oct 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0049
And diagram regarding testing procedures for a 'Concertina' top and 3rd speed sliding piece for a Phantom III Gearbox.28th Oct 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0050
Requesting the preparation of a standardisation sheet for a concertina piece.30th Oct 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0051
Comparison of frictional torques between a Hoffmann journal bearing and an R & M double thrust bearing.2nd Nov 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0052
Decision to use the concertina 3rd speed coupling on the Phantom III gearbox for immediate production.2nd Nov 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0053
Cumbersome gearbox on the Phantom III and proposing to test a Packard gearbox as a replacement.4th Nov 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0054
Improvements to sliding-couplings for a cheaper product.4th Nov 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0055
Letter to Messrs. Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd. confirming arrangements for a visit.5th Nov 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0056
Specifications for two new Phantom III wide feet gear boxes.5th Nov 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0057
The updating of a Phantom III Gearbox No. 8 HS.10th Nov 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0058
Proposals for reducing the effort required to operate the Phantom III gearbox.11th Nov 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0059
Instructions for rebuilding a Phantom III gearbox following a failure on the dynamometer.12th Nov 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0060
Deflection test results for the G.84834 concertina sliding piece.12th Nov 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0061
Diagram and graph detailing the results of load versus deflection tests on a sliding piece.11th Nov 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0062
Request to rebuild a failed Phantom III 4 HS gearbox with a list of new parts to incorporate following a dynamometer test failure.12th Nov 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0063
The preference for standard front halves on Phantom III gearboxes.13th Nov 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0064
The preference for standard front halves on Phantom III gearboxes.13th Nov 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0065
Confirming the order and receipt of one MRJ.25 bearing from Ransome & Marles.14th Nov 1936Box 94 \ 2  scan0066


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