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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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Notice regarding complaints of squeaking brakes due to distorted tipping shoes on 20/25 HP models.25th Mar 1936Box 102 \ 3  scan0177
Request to manufacture a new camshaft for testing power improvements on a 25/30 HP engine.27th Mar 1936Box 102 \ 3  scan0178
Specifications for the Front Brake Compensating Shaft on 25/30 and Bentley models.5th Apr 1936Box 102 \ 3  scan0179
The specifications for the front brake compensating shaft for 25/30 and Bentley models.3rd Apr 1936Box 102 \ 3  scan0180
Investigation into rear brake trouble on the 25/30 HP model, specifically the toggle actuating shaft seizure and bearing lubrication.9th May 1936Box 102 \ 3  scan0181
Issues with 25/30 HP brake pilot shoes and proposed modifications.18th May 1936Box 102 \ 3  scan0182
Investigation into squeaking and bending issues with 25/30 HP brake pilot shoes.25th May 1936Box 102 \ 3  scan0183
Performance and material of brake shoes.25th May 1936Box 102 \ 3  scan0184
Photograph of a wrapping shoe with annotated thickness measurements.23th Sep 1936Box 102 \ 3  scan0185
Suggestions for improving the lubrication of rear brake camshafts for 25/30 Brakes.23th Sep 1936Box 102 \ 3  scan0186
Investigation into brake and servo inefficiency on a 30 HP car.30th Oct 1936Box 102 \ 3  scan0187
Page 2 of a memo confirming a specific action is not part of the standard production process.16th Dec 1936Box 102 \ 3  scan0188
Modified lubrication for rear brake actuating shafts on the 25/30 model.16th Dec 1936Box 102 \ 3  scan0189
Request to fit two sets of oiling schemes for the 25/30 HP rear brakes to specific chassis.13th Feb 1937Box 102 \ 3  scan0190
Requesting the examination of all brakes and for an oil leak from the N.S.R. brake drum to be attended to.1st Mar 1937Box 102 \ 3  scan0191
Modifications to a car's rear axle and brakes for testing purposes.5th Mar 1937Box 102 \ 3  scan0192
Standardisation of parts for a spring to hold the hand brake lever in the 'off' position to prevent rattles.24th Feb 1937Box 102 \ 3  scan0193
Cost estimate for new tools and their production implementation on the 'P2' Series chassis.26th May 1937Box 102 \ 3  scan0194
Troubleshooting brake squeaks on a 25/30 model by testing new Ferodo ML linings on a service car.26th May 1937Box 102 \ 3  scan0195
Request to reline the front and rear foot brakes for Chassis 21.G.1V (25/30.HP.).31th May 1937Box 102 \ 3  scan0196
Brake squeak issues for the 25/30 Aero Service Car 21.G.IV after 5250 miles.2nd Aug 1937Box 102 \ 3  scan0197
Unsatisfactory M.L. brake linings and the subsequent repair of a 25/30 Aero Servicecar.5th Aug 1937Box 102 \ 3  scan0198
The dismantled brake mechanism concerning the modified lubrication of the brake actuating shaft.7th Sep 1937Box 102 \ 3  scan0199
Standardisation of parts for improved lubrication to brake torsion shaft bearings on the rear axle.31th Aug 1937Box 102 \ 3  scan0200
Cost estimate and production timeline for new tooling for the 'S2' Series chassis.1st Sep 1927Box 102 \ 3  scan0201
Modified lubrication of the rear brake actuating shafts for the 25/30-HP chassis.12th Jan 1938Box 102 \ 3  scan0202
List of part number changes and additions for the Standard Production 25/30-HP Chassis.12th Jan 1938Box 102 \ 3  scan0203
Modification to the lubrication of rear brake actuating shafts for the 25/30-HP Chassis.2nd Feb 1938Box 102 \ 3  scan0204
Part number replacement and update notice for schemes Sec.6120 and Sec.6130.2nd Feb 1938Box 102 \ 3  scan0205
Enclosing a letter from the Zenith Carburetter Co. about complaints regarding various components.25th Apr 1939Box 102 \ 3  scan0206
Letter from Zenith Carburetter Co Ltd regarding idle mixture screw issues on 'Wraith' and 'Phantom III' carburetters.20th Apr 1939Box 102 \ 3  scan0207
Response letter from Zenith Carburetter Co. regarding complaints about stretched threads, rusting springs, and floats.20th Apr 1939Box 102 \ 3  scan0208
Letter from The Zenith Carburetter Co. apologising for a defect.20th Apr 1939Box 102 \ 3  scan0209
Carburetter leaks on the 25/30 HP model due to float chamber cover distortion and recommending a modification.24th Apr 1939Box 102 \ 3  scan0210
Full bore flooding tests for the Stromberg Carb.DG.42.16th Aug 1938Box 102 \ 3  scan0211
Fuel flow tests and hot starting performance on gradients for 25/30 and Wraith cars.10th Aug 1938Box 102 \ 3  scan0212
Report comparing fuel flow rates in pints per hour for two setups (A 25/30 and B WRAITH) under different road conditions.16th Aug 1938Box 102 \ 3  scan0213
Modification scheme to prevent the sticking of the non-return ball valve on the hot spot petrol drain pipe for the 25/30 HP model.18th Jul 1938Box 102 \ 3  scan0214
Suggestion to modify the carburetter float chamber covers on the 25/30 HP model.4th Jul 1938Box 102 \ 3  scan0215
Complaints about the 25/30 carburetter.15th Jun 1938Box 102 \ 3  scan0216
Bumping test for an 'India' Rear Axle with a wider track.23th May 1925Box 102 \ 4  scan0001
Bump test of a 20 HP 'India' chassis.22th May 1925Box 102 \ 4  scan0002
Chassis component failures, including cross members and spring stops, under stress testing.1st May 1925Box 102 \ 4  scan0003
Chassis spring failures, detailing life, fracture points, and material tests.22th May 1925Box 102 \ 4  scan0004
Comparative test report on rear axle bevel pinion thrust bearings for the 20HP model.24th Jul 1925Box 102 \ 4  scan0005
Results of comparative thrust bearing tests, including wear and failure analysis.13th Oct 1925Box 102 \ 4  scan0006
Excellent performance of a new rear axle bevel pinion thrust bearing following a 10,000-mile test.13th Oct 1925Box 102 \ 4  scan0007
Comparative tests on 20 HP rear axle bevel pinion thrust bearings.12th Jun 1925Box 102 \ 4  scan0008
Comparing different types of thrust bearings under various test conditions.12th Jun 1925Box 102 \ 4  scan0009
Examination report on a New Departure Bearing used for a pinion thrust after a 10,000-mile test, noting negligible wear.14th Oct 1925Box 102 \ 4  scan0010
Standardisation of a thrust race for the rear axle bevel pinion.14th Oct 1925Box 102 \ 4  scan0011
Proposing a proactive, free-of-charge replacement for the 20 HP Rear Axle Thrust Bearing.25th Feb 1926Box 102 \ 4  scan0012
Standardisation of a new departure thrust bearing for the 20 HP rear axle.26th Feb 1926Box 102 \ 4  scan0013
Failure of axle 10-G-111 and proposed improvements to the Phantom steering springs.30th Apr 1926Box 102 \ 4  scan0014
The failure of a rear axle on car 10-C-111 in France due to incorrect thrust bearings.3rd May 1926Box 102 \ 4  scan0015
Body weight limitations, accessories, axle ratios, and engine modifications for the 20 HP chassis.3rd Dec 1926Box 102 \ 4  scan0016
Continuation page discussing a light 20 HP chassis and potential modifications to the front axle control.14th Dec 1926Box 102 \ 4  scan0017
Trying a preferred 10/47 back axle ratio for the Indian market.14th Dec 1926Box 102 \ 4  scan0018
Gear ratio and testing schedule for a 20 HP experimental car.8th Feb 1927Box 102 \ 4  scan0019
New axle and gear reduction for the 20 HP car, citing crankshaft limitations at 3300 revs.1st Feb 1927Box 102 \ 4  scan0020
Complaint about oil leakage from the rear axle of a 20-HP chassis disfiguring coachwork in Australia.30th May 1927Box 102 \ 4  scan0021
Letter discussing product feedback on rear axles and power, including comparisons to a competitor's vehicle.10th Jan 1928Box 102 \ 4  scan0022
Query about improving a 20 HP car's acceleration for a customer by using a lower geared axle and increased compression.28th Mar 1928Box 102 \ 4  scan0023
Stating a lower geared axle or higher compression cannot be recommended for the 20 HP model.1st Apr 1928Box 102 \ 4  scan0024
Offer for a Sensaud de Lavaud differential to be fitted to a 20 HP car.4th Apr 1928Box 102 \ 4  scan0025
Alternative design for the central oiling connection to the back axle.14th Apr 1928Box 102 \ 4  scan0026
Failures and costs related to the 20 HP rear axle thrust and distance pieces.9th May 1928Box 102 \ 4  scan0027
Failures and modifications of the 20 HP rear axle thrust bearings.10th May 1928Box 102 \ 4  scan0028
Effects of different tyre sizes and axle types on the 20 HP model's overall gear ratio.9th May 1928Box 102 \ 4  scan0029
Axle ratios and tyre options for the 20 HP car.22th May 1928Box 102 \ 4  scan0030
Axle ratios and tyre sizes for the 20 HP model.23th May 1928Box 102 \ 4  scan0031
Centralised chassis lubrication for the India 3 rear axle, referencing drawing numbers 2621/24.6th May 1928Box 102 \ 4  scan0032
Standardisation of chassis parts, proposing a reduced axle ratio as an alternative to increase performance.19th May 1928Box 102 \ 4  scan0033
Lower axle ratio on the 20 HP car and its implications for tyre size and bodywork modifications.15th Jun 1928Box 102 \ 4  scan0034
Standardisation sheet for a new, lower rear axle ratio for the 20 HP chassis to accommodate balloon tyres.15th Jun 1928Box 102 \ 4  scan0035
The axle ratio for Mr. Royce's car and two 'India 3's' cars.2nd Jul 1928Box 102 \ 4  scan0036
Gearbox and back axle ratios, supercharging, and engine perfection.21th Sep 1928Box 102 \ 4  scan0037
Alterations to the rear hub and brake drum for the 'India 4' rear axle.7th Nov 1928Box 102 \ 4  scan0038
Secret memorandum regarding the design and specifications for a hypoid rear axle casing for the 20 HP model.29th May 1929Box 102 \ 4  scan0039
Development progress on projects codenamed 'China' and 'Japan', detailing engine components and axle design.1st Nov 1929Box 102 \ 4  scan0040
Proposing testing procedures to standardise a new hypoid rear axle for the 20 HP car.16th Dec 1929Box 102 \ 4  scan0041
Testing protocol for a hypoid rear axle on 20 HP experimental cars.18th Dec 1929Box 102 \ 4  scan0042
Testing and standardisation procedures for the 20/25 HP Hypoid Rear Axle.19th Dec 1929Box 102 \ 4  scan0043
Trade-offs of using a higher gear ratio on the 20/25 model and requesting experimental results.24th Dec 1929Box 102 \ 4  scan0044
Tests of a 12/50 axle ratio on a 20/25 HP experimental car, comparing its performance to the standard 11/50 ratio.27th Dec 1929Box 102 \ 4  scan0045
Revised procedure for the Bijur lubrication of axles due to oil filling difficulties.1st Jan 1930Box 102 \ 4  scan0046
The design of an oil lubrication system for axles, involving air-vessels, a one-shot chassis system, and a Bijur pump.1st Jan 1930Box 102 \ 4  scan0047
Updated instructions for lubricating axles with an oil gun, to be inserted into 20 HP and Phantom II instruction books.1st Jan 1930Box 102 \ 4  scan0048
Withdrawal of the hypoid pinion on the 20HP Hypoid Rear Axle for inspection.21th Jan 1930Box 102 \ 4  scan0049
Stress calculations and dynamometer testing for the 20 HP rear axle driving shafts.21th Jan 1930Box 102 \ 4  scan0050
Comparative test report on rear axle gear ratios (11/50 vs 12/50) for 25 HP high compression cars.7th Feb 1930Box 102 \ 4  scan0051
Performance comparison of two different axle ratios, including hill climb tests and recommendations for a 25 HP car.1st Feb 1930Box 102 \ 4  scan0052
Comparison of car performance and noise using an 11/50 ratio with rubber engine mounting versus a standard 25 HP car.7th Jan 1930Box 102 \ 4  scan0053
Nineteenth Design Committee report regarding a 10,000-mile test on car 14-G4, detailing issues and modifications for the exhaust pipes, exhaust valves, and rear axle.1st Apr 1930Box 102 \ 4  scan0054
Dynamometer tests of Hypoid Rear Axles to assess failure from low oil levels and cold temperatures.23th Apr 1930Box 102 \ 4  scan0055
Axle failures, the performance of Whitmore's oil, and tests on pinion teeth.7th May 1930Box 102 \ 4  scan0056
Fault with the thrust bearings on a 20/25 HP hypoid rear axle and suggesting a modification.7th May 1930Box 102 \ 4  scan0057
Schemes for pipe coils for the centralised chassis lubrication on a 20/25 HP model.24th Jul 1930Box 102 \ 4  scan0058
Centralised chassis lubrication for the 20/25 HP model, enclosing a schematic for the rear axle piping arrangement.20th Aug 1930Box 102 \ 4  scan0059
Issue with an aluminium clip in the rear axle's centralised lubrication system.7th Jan 1931Box 102 \ 4  scan0060


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