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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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Order for Phantom II front and rear road springs with specific dimensions.6th Jan 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page022
Requesting an update on the status of a Phantom II car's 10,000 Miles Test.15th Jan 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page023
Readiness of a car for the Phantom II 10,000 mile test.16th Jan 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page024
Supplier issue with stiffer rear springs for a Phantom II, resulting in the need to use standard springs.20th Jan 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page025
Petrol feed problems on the Phantom II and proposed solutions.27th Jan 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page026
Radiator 'jelly-ing' on the 40/50 model and a proposed new rubber support for testing.5th Feb 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page027
The start date and specifications for a Phantom II 10,000-mile test car.3rd Feb 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page028
Chasing a reply regarding the delayed start of the Phantom II 10,000-mile test car.13th Feb 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page029
Delays and issues with the Phantom II 10,000-mile test car.13th Feb 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page030
Delay in the Phantom II 10,000-mile test to investigate a solution for radiator jellying.17th Feb 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page031
Inquiry about the readiness of a Phantom II car for a 10,000-mile trial, highlighting its importance for the American market chassis.10th Mar 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page032
Proposal to fit an experimental Nivex petrol gauge to vehicle 23-EX, with a standard K.S. gauge as a backup.18th Mar 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page033
Request to fit a fabric coupling to car 23-EX for a 10,000 miles test.18th Mar 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page034
Request to source Shell lubricating oil in Chateauroux, France, for the 23-EX car.19th Mar 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page035
Instruction to modify the front brakes on vehicle 23-EX by fitting unchamfered linings and substituting brake drums from 20-EX.28th Mar 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page036
Arrangements for a 10,000-mile test of the Phantom II test car 23-EX in France.9th Apr 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page037
List of features for Chassis 23-EX undergoing a 10,000-mile trial.9th Apr 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page038
10,000-mile test for the first left-handed Phantom II chassis, 23-EX, and related modifications.9th Apr 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page039
Confirmation to fit half Silchrome and half Firth's Crown Steel valves to model 23-EX.9th Apr 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page040
Letter arranging the transport of car 23-EX to Boulogne and the handling of its customs papers.14th Apr 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page041
Typed memo from G.W.H. to Hs regarding oil recommendations and testing procedures for an engine.19th Apr 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page042
The investigation of a seized exhaust cut-out and a battery box failure.20th Apr 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page043
Vehicle faults and proposed rectifications for chassis 23-EX.22th Apr 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page044
Test report detailing multiple vehicle faults including issues with the road springs, rear axle, engine, and exhaust.24th Nov 1914Box 11 \ 3  03-page045
Road test report from Châteauroux detailing issues with buffer clearance, carburetion, oil pressure, steering, and suspension.21th Apr 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page046
The cause of valve failure due to decreasing clearance over mileage during continental touring.2nd Apr 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page047
The failure of a battery box flange on chassis 23-EX and its replacement with a reinforced part.23th Apr 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page048
Drawing of a battery box with annotations for a broken flange and a reinforced bracket.23th Apr 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page049
Quoting an investigation into an exhaust cut out seizure and a battery box failure on a 23-EX car.24th Apr 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page050
Testing cold-start oil supply, steering characteristics, and front brakes from Châteauroux, France.25th Apr 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page051
Road test report detailing numerous mechanical and performance issues including damping, speed, fuel consumption, and clutch problems.25th Apr 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page052
Various faults and required alterations on a car's carburetter, brakes, and engine components.25th Apr 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page053
Faults and observations on various vehicle components during testing.26th Apr 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page054
Serious radiator and engine trouble with a choked radiator during a vehicle test run.26th Apr 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page055
Clearing a blocked radiator which required its complete removal to be flushed out.27th Apr 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page056
10,000-mile test of a special gauze radiator filter to gain experience.26th Apr 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page057
Letter addressing an overheating issue, suggesting the removal of a filter and investigating a potential chemical blockage in the radiator.30th Apr 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page058
Oil leak from an axle and the testing of a vented axle plug as a cure.30th Apr 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page059
Comparison of the springing and ride quality between experimental cars 23-EX and 24-EX.16th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page060
Communication explaining the difference between two types of vehicle springing on model 23-EX.26th Apr 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page061
Requesting information and test results for the '10,000 MILE CARS'.26th Apr 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page062
Axle failures due to oil loss and requesting a general vehicle systems check.29th Apr 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page063
Request to dispatch a vented plug for an axle and a larger capacity Bijur pump to G.W. Hancock.29th Apr 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page064
Inquiry regarding a sample of foreign matter from the filter of engine 23-EX, questioning if it is due to galvanised cylinders.30th Apr 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page065
High radiator temperature during a 10,000-mile test, possibly caused by a restrictive radiator filter.30th Apr 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page066
Vehicle testing, detailing overheating issues with car 23-EX and proposed solutions for front brake squeaks.17th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page067
New design to eliminate brake squeaks on trailing and leading shoes.1st May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page068
High radiator temperature on car 28-EX, questioning test conditions and the potential role of a radiator filter.1st May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page069
Squeaking rear spring, its lack of lubrication, and a query about leaf spring clearances.4th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page070
The examination of the centre point lubrication system, noting specific findings for the front and rear axles.2nd May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page071
Overheating, suspension, and brake issues on vehicle 21-EX during road testing.2nd May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page072
Knocking front shock damper due to wear, and the subsequent increase of the HP load.3rd May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page073
Severe camshaft wear and the successful testing of a new servo fabric fastening process.3rd May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page074
Letter detailing an axle oil leak fix and ongoing valve trouble with a proposal for investigation.30th Apr 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page075
Cover note for the submission of weekly time sheets.3rd May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page076
Engine cooling issues and an oil leak on car 23-EX during hot weather.28th Apr 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page077
Results of road tests concerning front-end vibration and suspension settings.5th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page078
Monitoring of engine water temperatures and the absence of overheating issues.5th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page079
Laboratory report on the chemical analysis of a deposit from filter 23FX.5th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page080
Radiator performance and cooling tests of the 23-EX car compared to other models.5th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page081
Continuation of a test report on car cooling performance based on air and water temperatures.5th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page082
Letter discussing test results for overheating, camshaft concerns, and steering selectivity on a Sports Phantom II.5th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page083
Letter discussing the fix for a radiator 'jellying' issue by sending and fitting new parts.6th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page084
Continued note with instructions on adjusting springs and a query about spark plug performance.6th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page085
Letter explaining discrepancies in road test temperature readings and proposing a new reporting method.7th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page086
Engine issues including a camshaft in fearful condition, a noisy oil pump, tappet noise, and incorrect valves.7th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page087
Valve performance, a rear axle oil leak, and steering adjustments with lead weights.7th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page088
Vehicle stability issues including radiator movement, steering joggles, and excessive oil consumption.7th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page089
Oil consumption at high speed and requesting views.8th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page090
Telegram requesting necessary parts for an improved radiator mounting.8th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page091
Correspondence regarding a missed radiator washer and sending new Lodge sparking plugs for testing.8th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page092
Instructing the stores to despatch one dozen Lodge Plugs to G.W. Hancock in France.8th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page093
Standardisation of new features across English and American chassis production.9th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page094
Component failures on experimental car 23-EX, including tappet wear, and a road test comparison with car 24-EX.11th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page095
Letter discussing parts for car 24-EX and a plan to address a newspaper article with the Paris police.11th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page096
Sketch showing a broken battery box support lug.12th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page097
Arrangements for a car's test run by Sales Officials after completing 10,000 miles in France.12th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page098
Telegram from 'Hancouk' to 'Hives Roycar Derby' reporting delays on vehicle tests 23-EX and 24-EX.13th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page099
Telegram confirming the completion of project EX 9000.17th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page100
The arrangement of a test run for car 23-EX by sales officials in France.13th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page101
Report from France detailing telegram communications about vehicle testing, mileage, repairs, and interactions with local police.13th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page102
Page 2 of a letter discussing a report and communications with police in Paris and Tours.13th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page103
Translated letter refuting claims about vehicle testing practices made in a French publication.13th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page104
Defence of the company's use of French roads for touring, arguing against accusations of high-speed testing and road damage.14th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page105
The successful testing and fitting of a modified radiator mounting on experimental car 24-EX.14th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page106
Telegram received by telephone regarding the collection of car 23EX from Chateauroux.15th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page107
Radiator cooling efficiency issues and tappet noises during vehicle road tests in France.15th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page108
Engine noise complaints due to worn tappet pads and camshaft tearing.16th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page109
Points of interest and condemned criticisms for the 23-EX model.16th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page110
From PN to Br. arranging the collection and testing of car 23-EX in Chateauroux, France.16th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page111
Post Office telegram sent to Hives at Roycar Derby, requesting four vouchers from Hancock.17th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page112
From Sg. to Hs. concerning an investigation into overheating and water loss on test car 23-EX.21th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page113
Telegram received by telephone regarding the status and movement of car 23 EX.21th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page114
From G.W.H. to Hs. regarding the movements of experimental cars 23-EX and 24-EX.22th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page115
Confirming the cross-channel shipment of car 23-EX from Sèvres to Boulogne.22th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page116
10,000-mile car test in France for the 23-EX model.26th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page117
Test report evaluating vehicle performance, engine noise, consumption, and handling.26th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page118
Note detailing the condition of car 23-EX, which has a broken off-front-side glass and a missing nearside screen wiper blade.27th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page119
Reports on car 23-EX, outlining issues with speed, overheating, steering, and thermostatic radiator shutters for investigation.27th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page120
Car test run, evaluating performance including engine, brakes, and cooling systems.26th May 1930Box 11 \ 3  03-page121


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