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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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Investigation into cracking of Phantom III fan blades and standardisation for the Phantom III & Wraith models.24th Oct 1938Box 94 \ 5  scan0077
Introduction of new Dural fan blades for the Phantom III and new blades for the Wraith.29th Oct 1938Box 94 \ 5  scan0078
Cracked Phantom III fan blade set and a request for new Duralumin blades to be fitted and sent to Messrs. Ferodo Ltd.28th Oct 1938Box 94 \ 5  scan0079
Requesting the preparation of a Phantom III fan with dural blades to be sent to Ferodo.9th Mar 1939Box 94 \ 5  scan0080
Request to build two Phantom III production fans with duralumin blades for belt testing due to a previous fan failure.28th Mar 1939Box 94 \ 5  scan0081
Request to despatch two Phantom III fans to Ferodo Ltd. for destructive testing.3rd Apr 1939Box 94 \ 5  scan0082
Requesting the urgent assembly of two Phantom III fan and spider assemblies for testing.10th May 1939Box 94 \ 5  scan0083
Requesting an investigation into the failure of a Phantom III fan spider.13th May 1939Box 94 \ 5  scan0084
Phantom III fan spider failure due to incorrect material specification.14th Jun 1939Box 94 \ 5  scan0085
Letter enclosing prints for the Phantom III fan drive pulley.7th Nov 1941Box 94 \ 5  scan0086
Design scheme for a cheaper fan and pulley assembly for Bentley and 25/30 models.1st Dec 1936Box 94 \ 5  scan0087
Requesting a quotation for 4 dozen Aerolite pistons for the Spectre engine.5th Jul 1934Box 94 \ 5  scan0088
Use of semi-split versus solid skirt pistons for the Spectre engine.8th Nov 1934Box 94 \ 5  scan0089
Request addressed to RHC for the manufacture of one set of Spectre pistons to B.V.42 specification.10th Nov 1934Box 94 \ 5  scan0090
Comparing the weights of pistons for Spectre and Bentley models.12th Nov 1934Box 94 \ 5  scan0091
Specification sheet detailing the measured diameters for new Aerolite pistons and cylinder bores.12th Nov 1934Box 94 \ 5  scan0092
Bedding of Spectre No. 2 pistons and requesting a modification for Spectre No. 5 pistons.13th Mar 1935Box 94 \ 5  scan0093
Cancelling previous instructions and providing new ones for grinding semi-split pistons.14th Mar 1935Box 94 \ 5  scan0094
Difficulty with Spectre pistons and the potential use of modified Bentley connecting rods.9th Apr 1935Box 94 \ 5  scan0095
Design of 'Spectre' pistons, proposing to base them on the existing 'Phantom' and '20/25' models for safety reasons.19th Jul 1935Box 94 \ 5  scan0096
Requesting the preparation of 12 Spectre pistons to be sent for grinding and use in a Bentley unit.5th Aug 1935Box 94 \ 5  scan0097
Request to fit new bushes to Spectre pistons due to them being too slack in the gudgeon pin bores.5th Aug 1935Box 94 \ 5  scan0098
Request for six Spectre Pistons with fitted bushes to be prepared for an endurance test in a B-2 unit.3rd Sep 1935Box 94 \ 5  scan0099
Endurance testing and issues with sand-cast Spectre pistons, proposing die-cast pistons as a solution.21th Oct 1935Box 94 \ 5  scan0100
Endurance test report on Spectre Fully Split Skirt Pistons.21th Oct 1935Box 94 \ 5  scan0101
Report comparing the oil consumption, power output, and weight of various piston designs.21th Oct 1935Box 94 \ 5  scan0102
Requesting a set of Spectre E.87347 die-cast pistons to be prepared for a C-10 unit.15th Nov 1935Box 94 \ 5  scan0103
Instructing the fitting of specific parts to a C-10 engine for Spectre piston tests.18th Nov 1935Box 94 \ 5  scan0104
Ordering, testing, and failures of steel skirted and Spectre pistons for the Phantom III engine.4th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 5  scan0105
Apologising for an error concerning the discussion of Steel Skirted Pistons for the Phantom III at conferences.16th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 5  scan0106
Recommendation to adopt slotted scraper piston rings for the Phantom III chassis.9th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 5  scan0107
Instruction to use slotted type scraper rings for the Phantom III chassis.18th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 5  scan0108
Issue with the Phantom III Gudgeon Pin marking cylinder walls and requesting a design change.20th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 5  scan0109
Alterations to the Phantom III gudgeon pin pads.21th Dec 1935Box 94 \ 5  scan0110
Alterations and new drawings for the Phantom III Chassis piston.3rd Jan 1936Box 94 \ 5  scan0111
Continued note on specifications for gudgeon pin end pieces and slotted rings.3rd Jan 1936Box 94 \ 5  scan0112
The 10,000-mile test for the Phantom III piston development to address piston knock.3rd Feb 1936Box 94 \ 5  scan0113
Proposal to fit new pistons and liners to the 34-EX engine and future plans for an experimental engine.3rd Feb 1936Box 94 \ 5  scan0114
Phantom III piston development, specifically the design of the piston skirt.10th Feb 1936Box 94 \ 5  scan0115
Ongoing development and testing of pistons and liners for the Phantom III engine.8th Feb 1936Box 94 \ 5  scan0116
Log of piston, ring, and rocker shaft work performed on various chassis numbers.25th Mar 1936Box 94 \ 5  scan0117
The 2000-mile test run of a new set of Phantom III pistons, including dismantling for inspection.25th Mar 1936Box 94 \ 5  scan0118
Requesting figures on existing Bentley rings to order new high unit pressure rings for the Spectre engine to prevent overoiling.6th Apr 1936Box 94 \ 5  scan0119
Request to prepare 24 Phantom III pistons for grinding by Light Production Co. Ltd.27th Apr 1936Box 94 \ 5  scan0120
Issues with broken Phantom III piston rings and recommending new gap specifications.7th Aug 1936Box 94 \ 5  scan0121
Not proceeding with the LeC.5221 3-ring piston with ring stops for the Phantom III.12th Aug 1936Box 94 \ 5  scan0122
Alteration of the Phantom III Piston Ring gap to manage supplier costs.19th Oct 1936Box 94 \ 5  scan0123
Technical memo regarding a new high compression piston design for the Phantom lll.23th Dec 1938Box 94 \ 5  scan0124
Recommendation to replace the standard Phantom III top piston rings due to breakage.27th Feb 1939Box 94 \ 5  scan0125
Steering improvements for the 'Spectre' model, comparing it to American cars and considering independently sprung wheels.10th Nov 1932Box 95 \ 1  scan0126
Improvements in suspension, braking, and steering, referencing competitor cars.10th Nov 1932Box 95 \ 1  scan0127
Internal memorandum discussing the removal of the gland on the Spectre steering shaft.27th Apr 1934Box 95 \ 1  scan0128
Steering connections and ball joints for the Spectre model.24th May 1934Box 95 \ 1  scan0129
The Spectre steering connections, referencing plan N. Sch.4055 and noting further information to follow.24th May 1934Box 95 \ 1  scan0130
'Spectre' model's steering connections and related schematics.26th May 1934Box 95 \ 1  scan0131
The layout plan for the Spectre side steering tube and connections.30th May 1934Box 95 \ 1  scan0132
Proposed modification to the Spectre model's steering pendulum lever for increased clearance.8th Jun 1934Box 95 \ 1  scan0133
Proposal for applying centralised chassis lubrication to the Spectre's cross steering tube end and brake camshaft.8th Jun 1934Box 95 \ 1  scan0134
Design change for the Spectre side steering tube ball joint due to clearance issues.30th Jun 1934Box 95 \ 1  scan0135
Issues with the 'Spectre Steering' system, comparing it to the Phantom and suggesting modifications to increase friction.6th Sep 1934Box 95 \ 1  scan0136
Order for 12 springs for a Spectre cross steering tube.21th Sep 1934Box 95 \ 1  scan0137
Steering experiment on the 'Spectre' car, changing the pendulum lever from 6' to 9'.3rd Oct 1934Box 95 \ 1  scan0138
Steering tube springs and initial load for the 'Spectre' model.5th Oct 1934Box 95 \ 1  scan0139
Design of the Spectre steering system, comparing it with Marles and La Salle steering.16th Nov 1934Box 95 \ 1  scan0140
Efficiency and manufacturing of steering gear for the Spectre model, comparing it to La Salle and Marles designs.16th Nov 1934Box 95 \ 1  scan0141
The mechanical efficiency of a Marles Type L.7 Steering Gear for a 25 HP vehicle.15th Nov 1934Box 95 \ 1  scan0142
Mechanical efficiency tests on a Marles Type L.7 Steering Gear on Chassis 21-G-IV.15th Nov 1934Box 95 \ 1  scan0143
The limitations of the Marles type steering gear's pendulum lever.15th Nov 1934Box 95 \ 1  scan0144
Relaying a telegram with the helix angle for Cadillac steering and comparing its performance to the LaSalle steering.22th Nov 1934Box 95 \ 1  scan0145
The design and production of the Spectre model's steering column.28th Nov 1934Box 95 \ 1  scan0146
Development of a steering system for the Spectre, referencing Cadillac and La Salle designs.3rd Dec 1934Box 95 \ 1  scan0147
The Spectre steering column, referencing scheme N. Sch.4281 for the Marles type steering.4th Dec 1934Box 95 \ 1  scan0148
The design principles for 'Spectre Steering', focusing on eliminating friction and improving stability.4th Dec 1934Box 95 \ 1  scan0149
Correcting a scheme number for the Spectre Steering Column.7th Dec 1934Box 95 \ 1  scan0150
Experimental department report on Spectre steering.10th Dec 1934Box 95 \ 1  scan0151
Steering tests conducted on the Spectre, comparing it with Cadillac and LaSalle systems.10th Dec 1934Box 95 \ 1  scan0152
Steering and suspension adjustments made to correct oversteer and handling issues on a car.10th Dec 1934Box 95 \ 1  scan0153
Steering tests conducted on the 27-EX model to correct high speed wobble and jellying.10th Dec 1934Box 95 \ 1  scan0154
Test report comparing the number of steering wheel turns required over a 12-mile run under different car configurations.10th Dec 1934Box 95 \ 1  scan0155
Test results table for various Independent Front Wheel Suspension (I.F.W.S.) steering configurations.10th Dec 1934Box 95 \ 1  scan0156
Data table comparing original steering geometry with the effects of rolling the car, under varying applied torque.10th Dec 1934Box 95 \ 1  scan0157
Trial of a new steering gear for the Spectre model to correct oversteering.10th Dec 1934Box 95 \ 1  scan0158
Design modifications to the Spectre-Marles type steering column with the Adamant Engineering Co.12th Dec 1934Box 95 \ 1  scan0159
Alternative proposals for the cam roller bearings on the Spectre - Marles type Steering Column.14th Dec 1934Box 95 \ 1  scan0160
Spectre steering column support and a gas-tight seal at the floorboards.3rd Jan 1935Box 95 \ 1  scan0161
Mechanical efficiency of the Marles Steering gear for Spectre, providing a reason for a drop in efficiency and comparing component weights.3rd Apr 1935Box 95 \ 1  scan0162
The efficiency and testing of the Marles Steering gear for the Spectre model.3rd Apr 1935Box 95 \ 1  scan0163
Fitting Marles-Spectre steering into a 20/25 chassis.8th Apr 1935Box 95 \ 1  scan0164
Secret memo regarding the support brackets for the Spectre steering on the 20/25 model, referencing a Bentley design.10th Apr 1935Box 95 \ 1  scan0165
Spectre Marles Steering geometry for the 20/25 Chassis, referencing drawing N.Sch.4454.13th Apr 1935Box 95 \ 1  scan0166
Two new designs for Spectre steering controls and requesting wooden models be made.2nd May 1935Box 95 \ 1  scan0167
Secret memo discussing the suggestion to use Timken taper rollers for the Spectre-Marles type steering.10th May 1935Box 95 \ 1  scan0168
Comparing Marles and La Salle steering systems on Spectre models regarding road shocks and slack, with requests for measurement and adjustment.29th May 1935Box 95 \ 1  scan0169
The Spectre Marles Steering, agreeing to supply parts to Adamant Engineering Co. and requesting a demonstration model be built.4th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 1  scan0170
Secret memorandum detailing a modification to Spectre steering ball end bushes, changing the material from hardened steel to bronze.5th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 1  scan0171
The Spectre steering box for testing Marles cams and rollers and its proposed use on the 25 HP model.6th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 1  scan0172
Secret memo regarding a modification to the Spectre's Cross Steering Lever for additional clearance.7th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 1  scan0173
The supply and modification of a Marles steering system for the Spectre I vehicle.18th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 1  scan0174
Supplier's recommendation to use steel instead of brass for roller bearing cages in a Spectre Marles Type Steering system.21th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 1  scan0175
Request for an official order to be sent to Adamant Engineering Co. for two special cams for experimental purposes.21th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 1  scan0176


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