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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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Design alterations for the front suspension of a Spectre II for the French market.26th Apr 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0077
Request to produce the necessary parts to fit a front roll rod to a Spectre I car.26th Apr 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0078
Sideways shake in the rear seats of the Spectre model.26th Apr 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0079
Graph comparing the angular twist of rear springs under applied torque for different vehicle models.26th Apr 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0080
Graph comparing the sideway deflection of rear springs under load for Cadillac, Spectre, and Phantom models.25th Apr 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0081
Modifications to the front suspension for the Spectre 3 model.25th Apr 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0082
Particulars of a spring for a Spectre independent front wheel suspension system.30th Apr 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0083
Request to saw-cut a pair of rear Spectre springs.30th Apr 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0084
Modifications to the Spectre front suspension yoke, rebound and bump.2nd May 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0085
Cutting the rear road spring to increase lateral flexibility and resolve a Spectre rear axle dither issue.2nd May 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0086
Inadequate rear spring clearance on a Spectre model and a proposed modification.8th May 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0087
Request to produce a pair of standard bottom links G. 81567 for a Spectre I car.9th May 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0088
Request to order a pair of Spectre rear springs with specific modifications.9th May 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0089
Suspension specification sheet for the Spectre II model for France.9th May 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0090
Modifications to the Spectre front suspension.9th May 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0091
Suspension of the Spectre model, including a blueprint of ground clearances.13th May 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0092
Blueprint showing ground clearances for the 'Spectre' project, with a modified 3rd crossmember and a table of dimensions for different wheel and tyre sizes.7th May 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0093
Internal request to order a pair of Spectre rear springs.14th May 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0094
Request to fit 7 inch initial deflection rear springs (F.86931) from Spectre I to another car.14th May 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0095
Temporary and permanent application of a front roll rod and jack pad for the 'Spectre' project.14th May 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0096
Reinforcements and modifications to the SPECTRE front suspension.29th May 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0097
Drawing N.Sch.4515, which details the application of bushes in the Spectre's front suspension.5th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0098
Elimination of adjustable castor on the Spectre front suspension.18th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0099
Specifications for Spectre III road springs for the French market, including part numbers, loads, and buffer clearances.19th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0100
New poundages for Spectre rear road springs based on a test vehicle in France.24th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0101
Secret memorandum about a proposed modification to the Spectre front suspension autoloc damper.25th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0102
Two-part spring plunger for the Spectre Front Spring Assembly.25th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0103
Procedure to prevent oil leaks from the Spectre front suspension.28th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0104
Test results and hysteresis curves for Spectre II independent suspension dampers.1st Jul 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0105
Graph showing load loss due to friction for Spectre II independent suspension dampers.5th Jun 1938Box 95 \ 3  scan0106
Spectre front suspension, discussing wheel movements and replacement springs.1st Jul 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0107
Specification sheet for Spectre front suspension springs with Autolock Damper.1st Jul 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0108
Specifications for Spectre front suspension springs for two different damper configurations.19th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0109
Technical note detailing spring rate specifications.19th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0110
Design and fitting of Spectre front road springs.10th Jul 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0111
Failure in the Spectre front damper assembly and proposals for improvement.17th Jul 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0112
Secret memorandum on a failure of the Spectre front suspension damper assembly and proposed design improvements.17th Jul 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0113
Sealing failure on the Spectre front damper assembly and proposed improvements.17th Jul 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0114
Modifications to the Spectre front suspension to address an oil leak from the spring pot.19th Jul 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0115
Letter to a supplier requesting samples of corru-joint packings to replace existing paper joints.6th Aug 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0116
Testing new parts to resolve oil leaks from the Spectre front suspension.7th Aug 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0117
Letter from Newton & Nicholson Ltd confirming the despatch of six Corrugated Brass Joint Rings.7th Aug 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0118
Letter to a supplier regarding an incorrect order of Corru-Joint Brass Rings and a request for replacements.9th Aug 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0119
Modifications to the Spectre's front suspension, specifically the oil filler, tubular filter, and a reduced breather.12th Jul 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0120
Invoice from Newton & Nicholson Ltd. for corrugated rings, requesting an official order be raised.12th Aug 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0121
Letter from Newton & Nicholson confirming the dispatch of Corrugated Brass Rings.13th Aug 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0122
Invoices from Newton & Nicholson Ltd. for 'Taylors Patent' Corrugated Rings and special joints.14th Aug 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0123
Return of poorly finished Corrujoint Packings to the supplier, Newton & Nicholson Ltd.14th Aug 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0124
Order for Corrujoint Packings and the return of a faulty batch.14th Aug 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0125
Letter to a supplier regarding the poor quality of received packings and a request for a cost estimate.14th Aug 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0126
Calculations for front and rear road spring weights for the Spectre model.15th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0127
Weight specifications and calculations for various Spectre car models and body types.15th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0128
Weight analysis for Olympia Show Cars and a Continental Touring Saloon, detailing deductions and axle weights.15th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0129
Weight analysis of an Enclosed Limousine, model 31-EX.15th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0130
Appendix page detailing weight calculations for the lightest and heaviest bodied cars, with and without extras, and the computed weight of an experimental model.15th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0131
Weight calculation sheet for car models 32-EX and No.5 Spectre, detailing added and removed features.15th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0132
Detailed weight breakdown of a complete car with various optional features and adjustments.15th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0133
Graph plotting front and rear wheel weights for the Spectre model, with weight adjustments for bumpers.16th Aug 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0134
Letter from Newton & Nicholson Ltd. concerning the manufacture and pricing of corrugated brass joints.16th Aug 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0135
Modifications to the Spectre front suspension system, including changes to studding and brackets.16th Aug 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0136
Secret memorandum regarding modifications to the Spectre front suspension components.16th Aug 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0137
Requirements and ordering process for road springs for eight Olympia Show Cars.18th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0138
Modifications to the Spectre front suspension for centralised lubrication.20th Aug 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0139
Requesting an order to be issued for 12 corrugated ring joints from supplier Newton & Nicholson.21th Aug 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0140
Secret memo detailing modifications to the Spectre front suspension system and Autoloc shock damper.24th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0141
Schemes for a dowel peg and spigot for locating the Spectre Front Spring Pot.25th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0142
Secret memo regarding modifications to the Spectre front suspension, including a filter and dampers.15th Aug 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0143
Specification sheet for a La Salle front suspension coil spring brought from the U.S.A.31th Aug 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0144
Secret memo regarding the attachment of rubber buffers in the front suspension for the Spectre model.2nd Sep 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0145
Specifications for the Spectre front suspension, including spring load, packing thickness, and damper settings.2nd Sep 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0146
Oil leaks on the Spectre front suspension and a request to trial an asbestos type gland.3rd Sep 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0147
Directive on the material and clearance for Spectre front suspension shock damper pistons.5th Sep 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0148
Requesting the modification of an experimental autolock rear damper to resolve a metallic clicking issue.10th Sep 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0149
Request for a complete analysis and report on two failed levers from the front suspension units of a Phantom III.23th Sep 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0150
Spectre front suspension inner lever failure following a 20,000-mile test run in France.25th Sep 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0151
Photograph showing failed components from Spectre III and Spectre II after testing.25th Sep 1928Box 95 \ 3  scan0152
Modifications to the Phantom III front suspension to address fractures found during testing.27th Sep 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0153
Micro-examination report on fractured levers from a Phantom III front suspension unit.2nd Oct 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0154
Continued memo regarding modifications to splines and raising the Brinell hardness range.2nd Oct 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0155
Failure of the Phantom III front suspension during a 20,000-mile test.3rd Oct 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0156
Modification to the Phantom III front suspension bracket to resolve a fouling issue.3rd Oct 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0157
Handover of Autolock dampers and front suspension units for development work.15th Oct 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0158
New Dixtampo or brass forged 3-way junction piece for the Phantom III front suspension lubrication system.23th Oct 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0159
Car seating positions, a proposed design, and a comparison with a Hupmobile limousine.1st Nov 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0160
Blueprint outlining the side profile of a car with improved seating positions.31th Oct 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0161
Specifying the required poundage for rear road springs on Phantom III, 36-EX & 37-EX models.4th Nov 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0162
Car seating positions, driver comfort, and vehicle design considerations.6th Nov 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0163
And commenting on car seating positions for car Rm3 and a comparison with a Hupmobile Limousine.5th Nov 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0164
Requesting a change of supplier for front suspension springs on the Spectre Bumper Chassis.11th Nov 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0165
Replacing Vellumoid jointings with Klingerite joints on the Phantom III front suspension to prevent oil leaks.16th Nov 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0166
Performance and selection of road springs for the Phantom III chassis.19th Nov 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0167
Blueprint comparing the rear leaf spring specifications for Cadillac and Spectre models.22th Feb 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0168
Micro-examination report on a failed Phantom III front coil spring, investigating surface decarburisation.22th Nov 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0169
Analysis of spring specimen fractures and failures, referencing photomicrographs and various test results.20th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0170
Laboratory photomicrograph showing a magnified view of a material's surface.20th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0171
Laboratory photomicrograph showing the fracture surface of a cylindrical metal component.20th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0172
Laboratory photomicrograph showing the fracture surface of a metal component.20th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0173
Photomicrograph showing a close-up of a fractured metal component with an arrow indicating a feature.20th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0174
Photomicrograph showing pitting on a metal component, indicated by an arrow.20th Jun 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0175
Photograph of a fractured Spectre shock damper spring after a running test.7th Nov 1935Box 95 \ 3  scan0176


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