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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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The non-use of a specific body for the 20/25 HP chassis.5th Jul 1935Box 102 \ 2  scan0168
Unsatisfactory design for fitting wind tone horns on the 20/25 HP car and proposing an alternative scheme.6th Sep 1935Box 102 \ 2  scan0169
Transfer of a second-hand Limousine body to an experimental 20/25HP chassis.9th Jan 1936Box 102 \ 2  scan0170
Cover note for an attached copy of a letter addressed to Messrs. Thrupp & Maberly.15th Jan 1936Box 102 \ 2  scan0171
Letter to coachbuilder Thrupp & Maberly regarding changes to interior upholstery and headlining.15th Jan 1936Box 102 \ 2  scan0172
Requesting an official order for hessian and paperbacked materials purchased by telephone from Carpet Trades, Kidderminster.20th Jan 1936Box 102 \ 2  scan0173
Cover note for a letter to Messrs. Thrupp & Maberly regarding a 20/25 HP Enclosed Limousine.22th Jan 1936Box 102 \ 2  scan0174
Letter to coachbuilders regarding the dispatch of a chassis and anti-noise material for a 20/25 Enclosed Limousine.22th Jan 1936Box 102 \ 2  scan0175
Short message to a representative regarding a call about noise insulation upon arrival.24th Jan 1936Box 102 \ 2  scan0176
Typed telegram giving instructions to not fit felt to a dashboard.27th Jan 1936Box 102 \ 2  scan0177
Requesting an official order for Hessian and paper backed materials from Carpet Trades, Kidderminster.27th Jan 1936Box 102 \ 2  scan0178
Letter to The Ruberoid Co. Ltd. arranging a meeting at Messrs. Thrupp & Maberly's to fix material to a car body.27th Jan 1936Box 102 \ 2  scan0179
Internal request to order two types of Seapak material from The Ruberoid Co. Ltd. for delivery to the Experimental Garage.30th Jan 1936Box 102 \ 2  scan0180
Request to place an official order for rubber packings and blocks.30th Jan 1936Box 102 \ 2  scan0181
Letter to Messrs. Thrupp & Maberly Ltd. requesting particulars of a rubber solution used on a 22-G-V body.3rd Feb 1936Box 102 \ 2  scan0182
Particulars of the rubber solution, Bortick No. 292 C., as used on the 22-G-IV body.5th Feb 1936Box 102 \ 2  scan0183
Increasing the length of headlamp pillars for fitting windhorns on the 25 HP chassis.10th Feb 1936Box 102 \ 2  scan0184
Issues with fitting Lucas wind tone horns to the 25 HP model, involving bracket modifications and coachwork clearance.26th Feb 1936Box 102 \ 2  scan0185
Proposal and testing of Silent Bloc rubber mountings on the 25 HP car.26th Mar 1936Box 102 \ 2  scan0186
Internal memorandum discussing the testing schedule for a Silent Bloc body mounting on a 25 HP car.4th Apr 1936Box 102 \ 2  scan0187
The reduction of the rear floor level on the 25/30 HP model due to a new third cross member design.9th May 1936Box 102 \ 2  scan0188
Letter to Park Ward & Co. about an experimental 'E' Steering Limousine body and dummy chassis.23th Sep 1936Box 102 \ 2  scan0189
Letter listing various chassis and body component drawings and discussing pricing arrangements.23th Sep 1936Box 102 \ 2  scan0190
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. concerning a foul on the front wings of Wide Frame 25/30 HP bodies.23th Dec 1937Box 102 \ 2  scan0191
Design drawing for a Hooper Sports Saloon body on a 25-30 HP chassis.23th Dec 1937Box 102 \ 2  scan0192
Suggesting an increase in the thickness of the rear brake shoe linings for a 20 HP model.6th Feb 1930Box 102 \ 3  scan0001
Suggesting a reduction in direct braking for a 20 HP car during a 10,000-mile test.6th Feb 1930Box 102 \ 3  scan0002
Recommending the thickening of front brake shoe linings for the Phantom II and 25 HP models.7th Feb 1930Box 102 \ 3  scan0003
Extract from quarterly complaints regarding brake squeaks on the 20 HP model.27th Feb 1930Box 102 \ 3  scan0004
Testing and production of 25 HP car brake squeak dampers.6th Mar 1930Box 102 \ 3  scan0005
Design and principle of an anti-squeaking device for road wheel brakes.30th May 1930Box 102 \ 3  scan0006
Testing scheme for a new road wheel brake device.4th Jun 1930Box 102 \ 3  scan0007
Methods to eliminate brake squeak by modifying brake shoes.4th Jun 1930Box 102 \ 3  scan0008
Standardisation of the GL.377 Operating Lever on the rear Brake Equalizing Shaft.25th Apr 1930Box 102 \ 3  scan0009
The 25 HP Japan model, discussing brakes, crankchamber modifications, and hill-climbing tests.1st Sep 1930Box 102 \ 3  scan0010
Cause of brake thumping on the 25 HP car and a proposed addition to the instruction manual.5th Sep 1930Box 102 \ 3  scan0011
Technical discussion on brake and clutch materials, heat dissipation, and performance issues.5th Sep 1930Box 102 \ 3  scan0012
Brake thumping issues on the 25 HP car and a proposed update to the instruction manual.5th Sep 1930Box 102 \ 3  scan0013
Technical discussion on brake system performance, focusing on friction materials, servo linings, and heat dissipation.5th Sep 1930Box 102 \ 3  scan0014
Temporary brake failure and extra crankcase oil for a 25 HP car in Japan.8th Sep 1930Box 102 \ 3  scan0015
Reviewing brake shoe design and comparing the brake lining areas of various cars.16th Dec 1930Box 102 \ 3  scan0016
Table detailing the dimensions of servo-operated front and rear brakes for various models.5th Dec 1929Box 102 \ 3  scan0017
Tabular blueprint detailing the particulars of servo-operated brakes for various car models.4th Dec 1930Box 102 \ 3  scan0018
25 HP car in Japan, discussing a brake failure and crankcase oil levels.8th Sep 1930Box 102 \ 3  scan0019
Urgent order for special Ferodo brake linings for a 25HP chassis.12th Nov 1930Box 102 \ 3  scan0020
Proposal to test a special type of brake lining (AMR.2) on a 25HP car, with a contingency plan for testing in France.12th Nov 1930Box 102 \ 3  scan0021
The development and modification of brake drums and shoes for 25HP and 45HP cars.11th Dec 1930Box 102 \ 3  scan0022
Brake shoe design and lining areas for the 40/50 and 25 HP models, comparing them to other vehicles.16th Dec 1930Box 102 \ 3  scan0023
Specification table for the dimensions of servo-operated brakes on various car models.5th Dec 1929Box 102 \ 3  scan0024
Specification table for front and rear servo-operated brakes on various car models.4th Dec 1930Box 102 \ 3  scan0025
Modifications to the back axle, brake gear, and track width for a car with an increased power engine.16th Jan 1931Box 102 \ 3  scan0026
Potential cure for groaning rear brakes by adjusting the clearance of the shoe fulcrum pin.26th Jan 1931Box 102 \ 3  scan0027
Proposed modifications to the rear axle and brakes, including increasing axle shaft diameter and track width.31th Jan 1931Box 102 \ 3  scan0028
Secret memo regarding the design and schematics for the rear axle and brakes on the JAPAN 3 project.1st Feb 1931Box 102 \ 3  scan0029
Design of foot and hand brake differentials for the 'Japan 3' project.14th Feb 1931Box 102 \ 3  scan0030
Standardisation of a rear brake equaliser to reduce brake sponginess.15th Jan 1931Box 102 \ 3  scan0031
Standardization form detailing the first chassis fitment, test date, and costs for a new part.12th Feb 1931Box 102 \ 3  scan0032
Metallic noise from brake stops by proposing the re-application of a rubber buffer.27th Feb 1931Box 102 \ 3  scan0033
Suggestion to dispense with servo operation for brakes in favour of direct braking.21th Mar 1931Box 102 \ 3  scan0034
Unsuccessful results of a test to cure squeaking brakes by tapering the brake shoes.1st Apr 1931Box 102 \ 3  scan0035
Standardisation of front and rear brake shoes, .375' thick, for 20/25 HP Chassis.14th Jan 1931Box 102 \ 3  scan0036
Costs and implementation details for a new standardised chassis part.12th Feb 1931Box 102 \ 3  scan0037
Development and standardisation of brake systems, focusing on pivoted tips and shoe designs to reduce squeaks and improve performance.23th Apr 1931Box 102 \ 3  scan0038
Advantages of swivelling brake shoes and the intention to persevere with them.1st May 1931Box 102 \ 3  scan0039
Requesting the preparation of the latest Hancock brake shoes with Ferodo lining for experimental cars.29th Jun 1931Box 102 \ 3  scan0040
Design and production of rear axles and brakes, discussing alternative schematics.23th Sep 1931Box 102 \ 3  scan0041
Sending a scheme for a locomotive-type brake for storage.23th Sep 1931Box 102 \ 3  scan0042
Modifications to the front axle and brakes, referencing new schemes.13th Oct 1931Box 102 \ 3  scan0043
Standardisation of modified lubrication to rear brake actuating shafts.8th Oct 1931Box 102 \ 3  scan0044
Standardisation note for a chassis part detailing first fitment, testing, and tooling costs.16th Sep 1919Box 102 \ 3  scan0045
Request to manufacture a modified lever for a front equaliser shaft to increase front braking.9th Oct 1931Box 102 \ 3  scan0046
The brake performance of the 19-G-IV model after 15,000 miles, discussing potential causes for inefficiency.6th Nov 1931Box 102 \ 3  scan0047
Modifications to the brake linkage for the rear brakes.1st Dec 1931Box 102 \ 3  scan0048
Standardisation of chassis parts for an anti-squeak pivot type front brake.8th Oct 1931Box 102 \ 3  scan0049
Form detailing costs and the first chassis ('U' Series) for a new standardized part.1st Aug 1938Box 102 \ 3  scan0050
Confirming the use of standard rear brakes for the 20/25 HP Chassis 'U' Series.21th Jan 1932Box 102 \ 3  scan0051
Proportion of braking on front wheels and comparing braking systems and ratios across different car models.4th Mar 1932Box 102 \ 3  scan0052
Standardisation of the rear brake equalising shaft to suit the synchro mesh gearbox.8th Jan 1932Box 102 \ 3  scan0053
Standardisation sheet detailing the introduction of a new part to a chassis.19th Mar 1932Box 102 \ 3  scan0054
Adding central friction to the 25HP servo T lever to address brake thumps.6th May 1932Box 102 \ 3  scan0055
Experiments using a modified dash pot to cure servo-brake thumps on the 20/25HP car.28th Mar 1932Box 102 \ 3  scan0056
Modifications to a brake system to address 'thump' complaints and improve the damper and piston assembly.25th May 1932Box 102 \ 3  scan0057
Trialling a cheaper tubular riveting system on brake and clutch components for standardisation.12th Jul 1932Box 102 \ 3  scan0058
Test results for 25 HP brake clearances to prevent seizure.25th Jul 1932Box 102 \ 3  scan0059
Issues with brake shoe material and performance on the 20/25 model, proposing pressed steel as a solution.29th Jul 1932Box 102 \ 3  scan0060
Comparative test report on 25 HP rear brakes, comparing cast iron and aluminium brake straps.21th Jul 1932Box 102 \ 3  scan0061
Brake testing, comparing alum and cast iron straps and discussing clearance issues.21th Jul 1932Box 102 \ 3  scan0062
Graph comparing the loss of brake pedal movement due to heat between standard aluminium and cast iron brake shoes for the 20/25 model rear brakes.17th Mar 1932Box 102 \ 3  scan0063
Servo brake thumps in the 20/25 HP car, comparing dashpot and friction damping methods.17th Mar 1932Box 102 \ 3  scan0064
The elimination of 'thumps' on the Peregrine chassis by fitting a damper to the balance lever.17th Aug 1932Box 102 \ 3  scan0065
Experimental rig-up of a damper to cure brake thumps on a 20/25HP model.8th Aug 1932Box 102 \ 3  scan0066
Issues with 25-HP car brakes seizing up and 'thumping' due to insufficient clearance.8th Aug 1932Box 102 \ 3  scan0067
Braking leverage figures for the 'U' series 20/25 chassis.26th Aug 1932Box 102 \ 3  scan0068
Graph showing the results of 25 HP servo tests under various loading conditions.26th Jul 1933Box 102 \ 3  scan0069
Diagram showing brake leverages and operating levers for the Synchro Mesh Box.26th Jul 1933Box 102 \ 3  scan0070
Graph illustrating braking characteristics for the 20/25 HP 'U' series brakes.14th Sep 1932Box 102 \ 3  scan0071
Coupling brakes together to eliminate 'thumps' and the potential impact on the servo system.14th Sep 1932Box 102 \ 3  scan0072
Requesting the production of three specific levers for the J.111 brakes to align with the 20/25 HP model.4th Nov 1932Box 102 \ 3  scan0073
Increase in the proportion of braking on the front wheels for the 40/50 and 20/25 models.8th Nov 1932Box 102 \ 3  scan0074
Increase in front braking on the 58-GN model and the rationale for not altering the 20/25 model.9th Nov 1932Box 102 \ 3  scan0075


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