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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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Blueprint of a six-cylinder engine component, possibly a gasket.23th Apr 1936Box 103 \ 4  scan0165
25/30 HP engine water temperature tests, identifying poor circulation and proposing corrections.23th Apr 1936Box 103 \ 4  scan0166
Page 2 of a memo discussing a modification to reduce water loss and plans for further investigation on Bentley and Phantom III cars.23th Apr 1936Box 103 \ 4  scan0167
Radiator tests at Brooklands for Chassis No. 22-G-V.31th Mar 1936Box 103 \ 4  scan0168
Radiator tests data showing water temperatures and radiator shutter positions under various conditions.31th Mar 1936Box 103 \ 4  scan0169
Test report detailing engine and radiator water temperature readings under various conditions, including with a spring fitted and removed.31th Mar 1936Box 103 \ 4  scan0170
Engine cooling performance, mentioning local boiling and the effects of a spring and shutters.7th May 1936Box 103 \ 4  scan0171
Request to fit lengthened exhaust valve guides to cylinders 2 & 5 of a 25/30 HP unit for a test on valve temperatures.7th May 1936Box 103 \ 4  scan0172
Suggesting a modification to block waterways in the cylinder head rather than the cylinder for 25/30 and Bentley models.2nd Jul 1936Box 103 \ 4  scan0173
Modification of water flow by deleting water holes between the cylinder block and head for a more even temperature rise.23th Jun 1936Box 103 \ 4  scan0174
Cost estimate for extra jigs, tools, and equipment, and a note on bringing the 'L.2' series chassis into production.17th Jun 1936Box 103 \ 4  scan0175
Comparing valve diameters in Graham type cylinder heads versus the standard 25/30 unit.12th Aug 1936Box 103 \ 4  scan0176
Requesting the performance results of a deturbulated (Non-turbulent) head fitted to a 22-G-V engine.12th Oct 1936Box 103 \ 4  scan0177
Performance and potential standardisation of a 25/30 HP deturbulated cylinder head.13th Oct 1936Box 103 \ 4  scan0178
Follow-up communication regarding a complaint about a 25/30 HP engine running backwards after being switched off.30th Oct 1936Box 103 \ 4  scan0179
Comparative tests on the 25/30 deturbulated cylinder head and its planned standardisation.4th Nov 1936Box 103 \ 4  scan0180
Performance comparison between a standard and a deturbulated cylinder head for the 25/30 model.5th Nov 1936Box 103 \ 4  scan0181
Graph of ignition governor curves for a 25/30 deturbulated head.16th May 1936Box 103 \ 4  scan0182
Test report on a four-port cylinder head for car 32-EX, detailing water loss and temperature differences.5th Nov 1936Box 103 \ 4  scan0183
Comparing the performance of a deturbulated cylinder head against other designs for the 25/30 HP engine.9th Nov 1936Box 103 \ 4  scan0184
Four-port cylinder head experiment for the 25/30 HP engine.12th Nov 1936Box 103 \ 4  scan0185
Modifications to the cylinder head LeC.5222 for the 25/30 HP engine.3rd Dec 1936Box 103 \ 4  scan0186
Standardisation of parts for a 25/30 HP deturbulated cylinder head to give a smoother engine.19th Dec 1936Box 103 \ 4  scan0187
Note on the production viability and tooling costs for the 'P2' series chassis.30th Dec 1936Box 103 \ 4  scan0188
Listing the design changes required for fitting a 25/30 4-port cylinder head.30th Dec 1936Box 103 \ 4  scan0189
Transfer of a cylinder block and pistons from chassis GTL-34 for investigation.4th Jan 1937Box 103 \ 4  scan0190
Request to supply a modified 30 HP cylinder head and other parts for consumption tests on car GAE 20, Unit No. 18.15th Feb 1937Box 103 \ 4  scan0191
Investigation into a 25/30 HP cylinder head with preignition trouble caused by an accumulation of rusted cast iron chips.16th Feb 1938Box 103 \ 4  scan0192
Pre-ignition trouble in a 25/30 HP cylinder head caused by accumulated iron chips.22th Feb 1937Box 103 \ 4  scan0193
Crankcase depression tests comparing pressure and extractor breather methods to manage oil vapour.24th Feb 1937Box 103 \ 4  scan0194
Graph from crankcase depression tests, plotting depression in inches of water against speed in M.P.H.23th Feb 1937Box 103 \ 4  scan0195
Cylinder block wear, the use of Chromidium iron, and Brinell hardness for 25/30 & Bentley models.29th May 1937Box 103 \ 4  scan0196
Brinell hardness of cylinder iron, wear measurements, and comparative costs leading to a standardisation proposal.29th May 1937Box 103 \ 4  scan0197
Comparison of cylinder bore wear rates per 1000 miles for various engines.31th May 1937Box 103 \ 4  scan0198
Comparison of cylinder wear rates for different units after testing in France.31th May 1937Box 103 \ 4  scan0199
Describing the 'Goshawk II' rear spare wheel carrier arrangement, referencing drawing No. lec.1369.30th Mar 1921Box 103 \ 5  scan0001
Further details for the Goshawk 11, specifically about fitting a temporary petrol level indicator.9th Apr 1921Box 103 \ 5  scan0002
Relocation of the rear cross member and spare wheel on the Goshawk II model.5th May 1921Box 103 \ 5  scan0003
Design of a spare wheel carrier, comparing it to an American 'Essex' car.5th May 1921Box 103 \ 5  scan0004
Query regarding wheel clearance for a 'Goshawk 11' model with various hood types, and a handwritten update on the decided wheel size.5th May 1921Box 103 \ 5  scan0005
The proposed new position of the spare wheel on the 'Goshawk II' car.6th May 1921Box 103 \ 5  scan0006
Confirming the satisfactory new position of the spare wheel carrier at the rear of the car.1st May 1921Box 103 \ 5  scan0007
Revisions to the 'Goshawk II' spare wheel carrier, petrol tank, petrol filler, and filler cap.9th Jul 1921Box 103 \ 5  scan0008
Extract regarding the design of the wheel carrier.8th Oct 1921Box 103 \ 5  scan0009
The standardization of accessories for the Goshawk 11 chassis.30th Dec 1921Box 103 \ 5  scan0010
Decision memo regarding the design of a spare wheel carrier.30th Dec 1921Box 103 \ 5  scan0011
Tail-light and number plate arrangement for the Goshawk 11.14th Feb 1922Box 103 \ 5  scan0012
The fitting of luggage grids and tyre carriers to three Goshawks for a 10,000-mile trial.22th Feb 1922Box 103 \ 5  scan0013
Revised design for the Goshawk wheel carrier on the running board, requesting a prototype and a price.1st Oct 1922Box 103 \ 5  scan0014
Suggested modification to the Goshawk wheel carrier to suit coachbuilding.1st Nov 1922Box 103 \ 5  scan0015
Modification of a wheel carrier design and who should deal with it.6th Nov 1922Box 103 \ 5  scan0016
Note about a request from Sales to cover the exposed hub of the Goshawk spare wheel with a sheet metal plate.12th May 1922Box 103 \ 5  scan0017
Official order for fifty sets of side spare wheel carriers for 20 HP chassis, with a design query about a concealing hub plate.23th Dec 1922Box 103 \ 5  scan0018
Order for 50 Goshawk spare wheel carriers and the requirement for a standardisation sheet before fitting.27th Dec 1922Box 103 \ 5  scan0019
Proposed cover for the Goshawk 11 side spare wheel carrier hub.30th Dec 1922Box 103 \ 5  scan0020
On issues with the 20 HP chassis spare wheel carrier for the side position, recommending a return to an earlier design.8th Jan 1923Box 103 \ 5  scan0021
Problems with the side-mounted spare wheel carrier on the 20 HP chassis and proposing alternative solutions.10th Jan 1923Box 103 \ 5  scan0022
The release of parts and design change for the Goshawk side-mounted spare wheel carrier.29th Jan 1923Box 103 \ 5  scan0023
Goshawk standardisation sheet for a side position spare wheel carrier.5th Feb 1923Box 103 \ 5  scan0024
Goshawk spare wheel fitting that unscrews itself while driving.6th Feb 1923Box 103 \ 5  scan0025
Investigating an issue with the Goshawk spare wheel fitting working loose.1st Feb 1923Box 103 \ 5  scan0026
Returning a standardisation sheet with costs for a 20 HP chassis spare wheel carrier.8th Feb 1923Box 103 \ 5  scan0027
Standardisation report for a spare wheel carrier for side position.30th Jan 1923Box 103 \ 5  scan0028
Standardisation of a spare wheel carrier for side position.30th Jan 1923Box 103 \ 5  scan0029
Issues with Goshawk spare wheels coming loose.9th Feb 1923Box 103 \ 5  scan0030
Fault where the spare wheel carrier bolt on 20 HP cars works loose, recommending an immediate fix.2nd Feb 1923Box 103 \ 5  scan0031
Proposal to add a lock to the spare wheel bolt for the 20 HP Goshawk due to issues with it working loose.3rd Mar 1923Box 103 \ 5  scan0032
Two experimental suggestions for locking the Goshawk 11 wheel carrier set screw.14th Mar 1923Box 103 \ 5  scan0033
The failure of the 20 HP spare wheel bracket.16th Mar 1923Box 103 \ 5  scan0034
Inquiry into the failure of a 20 HP spare wheel bracket.16th Mar 1923Box 103 \ 5  scan0035
Alternative positive lock for the Goshawk 11 wheel carrier set screw.16th Mar 1923Box 103 \ 5  scan0036
Broken 20 HP spare wheel bracket, likely due to defective brazing.19th Mar 1923Box 103 \ 5  scan0037
Failure of a 20HP spare wheel bracket due to faulty brazing.29th Mar 1923Box 103 \ 5  scan0038
Mr. Royce's feedback on a heavy, electro-plated spare wheel carrier dust cover and requesting a new version made from black-enamelled sheet aluminium.20th Jun 1923Box 103 \ 5  scan0039
Design and reinforcement of spare wheel carriers for 20HP, 40/50HP and Goshawk models.23th Nov 1923Box 103 \ 5  scan0040
Extract from a sales visit discussing the placement of the 20 HP spare wheel.8th Feb 1924Box 103 \ 5  scan0041
Extract from a sales visit report concerning a side wheel carrier scratching paintwork, with a proposed modification.12th Feb 1924Box 103 \ 5  scan0042
Weak wheel carrier for the 20 HP model and a proposal to investigate strengthening it.14th Jul 1924Box 103 \ 5  scan0043
Mr. Royce's preferred method for a lock on the 20 HP chassis spare wheel bolt.4th Sep 1924Box 103 \ 5  scan0044
Adjustments for spare wheel carriers on the 20-HP chassis following the standardization of new heavy-duty tyres.7th Jun 1926Box 103 \ 5  scan0045
Design issues and improvements for spare wheel carriers, luggage carriers, and step irons on Phantom & Goshawk models.3rd Mar 1927Box 103 \ 5  scan0046
Riding qualities and the fitting of a rear luggage box and spare wheel carrier for Phantom & 20 HP models.29th Apr 1927Box 103 \ 5  scan0047
Special parts for the Rear Spare Wheel Carrier and Luggage Grid on a 20 HP Chassis.5th Aug 1927Box 103 \ 5  scan0048
Parts required for a Side Spare Wheel Carrier on a 20 HP Chassis.3rd Aug 1927Box 103 \ 5  scan0049
Proposing a handle-operated central bolt for 20 HP wheel carriers, referencing models X.5600 and X.8600.7th Sep 1927Box 103 \ 5  scan0050
Parts and modifications for a side spare wheel carrier on a 20-HP chassis.22th Sep 1927Box 103 \ 5  scan0051
Inquiry regarding the status of operating the central bolt on 20 HP wheel carriers without a spanner.11th Oct 1927Box 103 \ 5  scan0052
The standardization of a central bolt for a 20 HP spare wheel carrier.12th Oct 1927Box 103 \ 5  scan0053
Requesting feedback on a modified 20 HP spare wheel carrier for potential use on the Phantom model.13th Oct 1927Box 103 \ 5  scan0054
The standardisation of a bolt for the 20 HP spare wheel carrier handle.19th Oct 1927Box 103 \ 5  scan0055
Finalized design for a Phantom spare wheel carrier, its variations, and interchangeability.20th Oct 1927Box 103 \ 5  scan0056
Proposed change from a hexagon to a handle on the 20HP spare wheel carrier.4th Nov 1927Box 103 \ 5  scan0057
Proposal to standardize the spare wheel fixing bolt with a handle instead of a hexagon head.7th Nov 1927Box 103 \ 5  scan0058
Form detailing information for fitting a new part to a chassis, including costs and test dates.19th Mar 1928Box 103 \ 5  scan0059
Design modifications for the rear end of 'India 3 & 4' models, covering the frame, petrol tank, wheel carrier, tail lamp, and exhaust.22th May 1928Box 103 \ 5  scan0060
Modifications to the 20 HP rear wheel carrier for larger low-pressure tyres.4th Jul 1928Box 103 \ 5  scan0061
Breakage of tubes on 20 HP side spare wheel carriers and suggesting a design improvement.8th Sep 1928Box 103 \ 5  scan0062
Proposed new rear wheel carriers for the 20 HP model.17th Oct 1928Box 103 \ 5  scan0063
Alternative rear end arrangements, including wheel carriers and luggage grids.31th Oct 1928Box 103 \ 5  scan0064
Proposed system for carrying two spare wheels at the rear using a triangular bracket.14th Nov 1928Box 103 \ 5  scan0065


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