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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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Main bearing issues on car 22.G.V., coordinating further testing on bad roads, and the return of staff.2nd Dec 1936Box 101 \ 2  scan0199
Examination report on the condition of the Big-end and Main bearings for vehicle 22.G.V.30th Nov 1936Box 101 \ 2  scan0200
Instructions for road testing vehicle 22-G-IV on bad roads.3rd Dec 1936Box 101 \ 2  scan0201
Oil temperature issues and solutions for the Paris Trial's Bentley.3rd Dec 1936Box 101 \ 2  scan0202
Deferral of an oil consumption report following an engine oil change.3rd Dec 1936Box 101 \ 2  scan0203
Adjustments to a torque governor to meet a recommended idling condition.6th Nov 1936Box 101 \ 2  scan0204
Results of cylinder head comparison tests, focusing on idling and slow running qualities.4th Nov 1936Box 101 \ 2  scan0205
The testing and modification of suspension damper settings for a 22.G.V. model.9th Dec 1936Box 101 \ 2  scan0206
The effects of softer damping on radiator/wing movements and steering joggles.9th Dec 1936Box 101 \ 2  scan0207
A recurring failure of a pipe on the main silencer and the suggested fix.10th Dec 1936Box 101 \ 2  scan0208
Recurring failure of a silencer pipe and a proposed solution for an additional suspension.10th Dec 1936Box 101 \ 2  scan0209
Further breakage in the exhaust system due to a cracked lug and broken rivets.11th Dec 1936Box 101 \ 2  scan0210
Exhaust system failure due to a cracked supporting lug, broken rivets and a resulting hole.11th Dec 1936Box 101 \ 2  scan0211
Sketch illustrating failures such as cracks, loose rivets, and a broken rivet on an expansion chamber.11th Dec 1936Box 101 \ 2  scan0212
Instructions regarding vehicle testing with Champion plugs, the termination of an employee's services, and associated expenses.11th Dec 1936Box 101 \ 2  scan0213
Telegraphed query to Hamilton in France regarding interference with a petrol pump.12th Dec 1936Box 101 \ 2  scan0214
Responding to a telegram about a petrol pump fault and detailing attempted repairs.12th Dec 1936Box 101 \ 2  scan0215
Petrol pump failure reported on the 9th of December, potentially caused by testers in France.14th Dec 1936Box 101 \ 2  scan0216
Seeking clarification on the history and breakage of an aluminized mild steel exhaust part on car 22-G-V.19th Dec 1936Box 101 \ 2  scan0217
Reporting on a failure of an aluminised mild steel downtake pipe and front expansion box after just one day of running.21th Dec 1936Box 101 \ 2  scan0218
Memo about the replacement of a failed aluminised pipe and the handover of a car.1st Jan 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0219
Troubles experienced with a car's engine during a 9,000-mile run.1st Jan 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0220
Engine performance, oil consumption, and component condition following extended mileage testing.1st Jan 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0221
The condition of engine bearings, carburetters, ignition, and radiator fittings after extensive mileage.1st Jan 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0222
Component issues and observations for exhaust fittings, frame fittings, hydraulic dampers, and governor control.1st Jan 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0223
Component failures, modifications, and performance at specific mileages.1st Jan 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0224
Vehicle condition report detailing performance and issues with suspension, axle, electricals, and bodywork.1st Jan 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0225
Report page detailing issues with sun visors, driver comfort, sticking doors, and stiff jacks after mileage.1st Jan 1957Box 101 \ 2  scan0226
Requesting clarification on inconsistent mileage reports for a deturbulated cylinder head and valve issues.6th Jan 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0227
Covering letter for a corrected report on vehicle 22.G.V, referencing mileage discrepancies and a valve issue.9th Jan 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0228
From Sg. to Rm. requesting a summary of findings from French tests on the last 9,000 miles for an upcoming chassis conference.14th Jan 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0229
Engine troubles and performance during a 38,923-mile vehicle test.1st Jan 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0230
Engine performance, oil consumption, and bearing conditions following a road test.1st Jan 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0231
The condition of bearings, carburetters, ignition systems, and radiator fittings after extended mileage testing.1st Jan 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0232
Mileage test report detailing issues and observations for exhaust fittings, frame fittings, hydraulic dampers, and governor control.1st Jan 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0233
Component failures and performance, covering links, dampers, brakes, and springs at various mileages.1st Jan 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0234
Vehicle component performance and issues identified during road testing.1st Jan 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0235
Faults with bodywork, sun visors, doors, driving comfort, and jacks.1st Jan 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0236
Parts tested on car 22.G.V. and further proposals for standardization.15th Jan 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0237
Requesting a list of car parts for examination with a view to standardisation.16th Feb 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0238
Dismantling and modification of car 22.G.V. for standardisation.25th Feb 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0239
Page listing modifications to a steering rockershaft pin and specifications for servo linings.25th Feb 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0240
Exchange and finishing of a steering tube for model 22.G.V.1st Mar 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0241
The wear and condition of shock damper links following tests in England and France.15th Mar 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0242
Test report and drawing of a Lower Ball Pin for a Rear Shock Damper Link after a 40,000-mile test.15th Mar 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0243
Request to fit new unions on petrol pipes as previous alterations were found to be unsatisfactory.17th Mar 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0244
Strip report detailing the condition of various components after 38,923 miles of testing.8th Mar 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0245
Condition report detailing issues and observations on various vehicle components including brakes, hubs, axles, springs, and steering.8th Mar 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0246
Strip report detailing the condition of various vehicle components after extensive mileage.8th Mar 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0247
Inspection report detailing the condition of various engine components after service.16th Oct 1936Box 101 \ 2  scan0248
Test procedure and results for electrical components removed from chassis 22.G.V.16th Oct 1936Box 101 \ 2  scan0249
The condition of an H.T. Cable and Tube, noting cracked varnish and swollen cables.16th Oct 1936Box 101 \ 2  scan0250
Camshaft bearing and dowel wear for Chassis 22GY, Unit C.17 after 30,098 miles.16th Oct 1936Box 101 \ 2  scan0251
Bend measurements in engine push rods after 30,098 miles.4th Mar 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0252
Table of wear measurements for connecting rod small end bushes after 30,000 miles of use.4th Mar 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0253
Record of piston profile measurements before and after 15,000 miles of use.4th Mar 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0254
Cylinder bore dimension measurements after tests conducted in France.4th Mar 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0255
Test report detailing the dimensions and wear of connecting rod bearings and crankpins for engine unit C17 after mileage tests.3rd Mar 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0256
Engine connecting rod bearing and crankpin wear and dimensions after a mileage test.9th Mar 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0257
Sketch showing a crack in the lower half of a component, noting total mileage.9th Mar 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0258
Blueprint detailing cracks found in exhaust valve seats after a 13,529 mile test in France.9th Mar 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0259
Wear analysis report on axle control bushes and an anchorage spindle after 10,585 miles.3rd Mar 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0260
Test report and diagrams for a Borg & Beck clutch (Type 11A N=26) after 31,628 miles of use.8th Mar 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0261
The wear of a water pump assembly after 30,198 miles, including dimensional analysis of key components.4th Mar 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0262
The condition and wear of C17 unit valves after 13,600 miles in France and England.5th Mar 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0263
Report showing diagrams and measurements of main bearing wear after road tests in France.8th Mar 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0264
Estimate for repairs to a car's wings and chassis after returning from France.30th Apr 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0265
Request to arrange for oil pipes to be fitted to the external oil cleaner on a car.27th Aug 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0266
Requesting an inspection of the oiling for the rear brake actuating shaft bearing.3rd Sep 1937Box 101 \ 2  scan0267
The instrument board layout for the 25/30 HP Chassis, referencing the Phantom III model and the Olympia Show.4th Jun 1936Box 101 \ 3  scan0001
Ignition advance tests and analysis of turbulent lips on cylinder heads for the 20/25 HP and Bentley models.10th Jun 1936Box 101 \ 3  scan0002
Tests comparing turbulent cylinder heads and ignition governors on Bentley and 20/25 engines.10th Aug 1936Box 101 \ 3  scan0003
Bench tests for 25/30 HP ignition governors, comparing performance on standard and deturbulated cylinder heads.9th Jun 1936Box 101 \ 3  scan0004
The specification and testing of a Bentley type governor in comparison with a Delco governor for a 25/30 HP engine.9th Jun 1936Box 101 \ 3  scan0005
Graph showing ignition governor curves against engine RPM for a 25/30 model with a standard turbulent head.16th May 1936Box 101 \ 3  scan0006
Graph showing ignition governor curves for a deturbulated cylinder head.16th May 1936Box 101 \ 3  scan0007
Technical memo detailing Bentley engine ignition curves for standard and deturbulated cylinder heads.9th Jun 1936Box 101 \ 3  scan0008
Graph of ignition governor curves for a Bentley standard turbulent head engine.5th Aug 1936Box 101 \ 3  scan0009
Graph of Bentley ignition governor curves for a deturbulated head.5th Jun 1936Box 101 \ 3  scan0010
Power comparison graph for a Bentley 4 1/4 Litre engine, comparing standard turbulent and deturbulated cylinder heads.5th Jun 1936Box 101 \ 3  scan0011
Detonation tests conducted on 25/30 HP and Bentley cars, comparing cylinder heads and ignition distributors.9th Jun 1936Box 101 \ 3  scan0012
Summary of detonation tests performed on engine model B-23-AE.9th Jun 1936Box 101 \ 3  scan0013
Results of detonation tests performed on vehicle 21-G-IV.9th Jun 1936Box 101 \ 3  scan0014
Graph of detonation curves for a 21 G.T. car using turbulent and deturbulated cylinder heads with fixed ignition.9th Jun 1936Box 101 \ 3  scan0015
Performance test graph comparing Standard and De-turbulated cylinder heads using a Delco ignition curve.9th Jun 1936Box 101 \ 3  scan0016
Graph plotting road test results on a Bentley to determine the maximum permissible ignition advance to avoid engine detonation.11th Jun 1936Box 101 \ 3  scan0017
Follow-up letter expressing frustration over a delayed response to a request for information on the 20/25 and 25/30 HP Chassis.11th Jun 1936Box 101 \ 3  scan0018
The acceleration performance of a 25/30 HP car with a large bore engine.12th Jun 1936Box 101 \ 3  scan0019
Investigation into overoiling complaints on chassis GUL-59.29th Jul 1936Box 101 \ 3  scan0020
Results from a vehicle consumption test including oil pressure, speed and mileage.19th Aug 1936Box 101 \ 3  scan0021
The testing and standardisation of the Acme thread on the Bijur starter pinion for 25/30 HP and Bentley models.19th Aug 1936Box 101 \ 3  scan0022
The general car position, detailing testing updates and component issues for the Phantom III.28th Aug 1936Box 101 \ 3  scan0023
Solutions and findings for engine component issues including exhaust boom, valve springs, and connecting rod bearings.28th Aug 1936Box 101 \ 3  scan0024
Test results and ongoing investigations for various car components and models.28th Aug 1936Box 101 \ 3  scan0025
15,000-mile test in France, detailing issues and experiments with steering, oil consumption, roll-rod, and clutch components for the 20/25 HP model.28th Aug 1936Box 101 \ 3  scan0026
Progress report on issues with petrol pumps, engine performance, idling, and braking systems.28th Aug 1936Box 101 \ 3  scan0027
12,000-mile Bentley test in France, focusing on improvements to the anti-jagger brake scheme, clutch, and bearings.28th Sep 1936Box 101 \ 3  scan0028
Ongoing development issues and improvements across various vehicle systems.28th Aug 1936Box 101 \ 3  scan0029
Progress report on developments in tyres, bodywork, engines, and suspension.28th Aug 1936Box 101 \ 3  scan0030
The modifications and performance of the Tourist Trophy Car, including concerns about the brakes.28th Aug 1936Box 101 \ 3  scan0031


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