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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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To Mr. Hancock regarding arrangements for supervising a job on Mr. Gowen's car.30th Nov 1936Box 106 \ 5  scan0200
Modifications to the Bentley's steering system to make it lighter.17th Nov 1936Box 106 \ 5  scan0201
Steering modifications on Mr. Gowen's Bentley.19th Nov 1936Box 106 \ 5  scan0202
Steering control rattles on the Wraith model.11th Oct 1938Box 106 \ 5  scan0203
Squeaking springs on Chassis GVO-20 due to improper assembly and lubrication discovered during a customer trial run.3rd Dec 1929Box 107 \ 1  scan0001
Questioning the proposal to fit a low-inertia slipper-drive device to a smaller chassis.24th Jan 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0002
Modifications to a car and the future use of its chassis and body for experimental or demonstration purposes.23th May 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0003
Fitting new modified wing and headlamp brackets to a 25 HP car.30th May 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0004
Inquiring about the schedule for sending a car with modified parts to London for Sales inspection.11th Jun 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0005
20/25 HP chassis fitted with Phantom II type head-lamp brackets sent for approval.23th Jun 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0006
List of required modifications and fault rectifications for vehicle GLN-60.23th Jun 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0007
Request to use a 20 HP car to road test a spare engine fitted with a Nitralloy crankshaft and special alloy bearings.23th Jun 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0008
Arranging for an Aviation Car to be sent for experimental work.24th Jun 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0009
The examination of a car, noting issues with the headlamp brackets and wing stays on a 20 HP model.24th Jun 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0010
Enquiring if experimental chassis 14-G-4 can be released to the Repair Department after inspection.25th Jun 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0011
Private memo about the readiness of a demonstration car with an improved chassis and the secrecy required.26th Jun 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0012
Second set of modified silent tread tyres sent for an opinion, and new moulds being made by Dunlop.26th Jun 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0013
Sales strategy for a potential customer involving a new 'China' chassis and a part-exchanged vehicle.27th Jun 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0014
Trials car GXO-15, its 20/25 HP modifications, and a complaint about a non-standard steering wheel.2nd Jul 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0015
Internal correspondence regarding a customer test drive and the availability of older versus newer chassis types.27th Jun 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0016
The performance of chassis GGP-53 in South Africa, including feedback on suspension and fuel economy.4th Jul 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0017
The standardization and fitting of modified headlamp brackets to chassis 14-G4.8th Jul 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0018
Removal of experimental parts from chassis GLN-60 before its sale.15th Jul 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0019
Requesting the release of chassis 14-G4 from the Experimental Department for sales purposes.18th Jul 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0020
Brief typed memo concerning the urgent sale of car GLN-60.18th Jul 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0021
Modifications made to car GLN-60 for experimental parts testing and arguing against its sale.18th Jul 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0022
Typed letter concerning an attempt to borrow a Packard and a Chrysler for two days.19th Jul 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0023
Withdrawing instructions to dispose of a car due to ongoing experimental work.21th Jul 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0024
Short memo arranging a car trial in London for a 20/25 GXO.15 model.21th Jul 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0025
Performance comparison report of a modified 20/25 HP trials touring car against an older model, noting improvements and outstanding faults.22th Jul 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0026
Exhaust noise, fuel consumption, and testing on a 20/25 HP coupe.22th Jul 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0027
Modified lamp brackets for car 14-G4 and its subsequent handover to the Repair Department.22th Jul 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0028
Inquiry about engine work on a car and its effect on horsepower rating for duty purposes.1st Sep 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0029
Confirming the dimensions of the Aero Department car GLN-60 match the Standard 20/25 HP model.2nd Sep 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0030
Letter discussing sample 'cheap bodied' 20/25-HP Enclosed Limousines from various coachbuilders.17th Oct 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0031
Merits of Maythorne coachbuilders for a prospective customer.20th Oct 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0032
The movement of a car from Cricklewood to Derby.11th Nov 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0033
Arrangements for a 20 HP Trials Car for customer demonstrations.11th Nov 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0034
Instructions for a car to be left at Maythorns in Biggleswade for modifications to the instrument board and horn bulb.14th Nov 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0035
Customer changing a car order and providing feedback on the appearance of the GSR-11 model.18th Nov 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0036
Inquiry regarding the presence of experimental parts on car GLN-60 prior to its potential sale.21th Nov 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0037
Experimental engine components of car GLN-60.22th Nov 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0038
Query regarding experimental parts in car GLN-60's engine and the original engine's whereabouts.26th Nov 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0039
Chasing a reply regarding Aero Department car GLN-60.3rd Dec 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0040
The experimental parts fitted to an engine for a GLN-60 chassis.5th Dec 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0041
Fitting an original engine back into chassis GLN-60 for its sale, and the completion of its coachwork.9th Dec 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0042
Sending an original unit to the Repair Dept. to replace an experimental one fitted to car GLN-60.12th Dec 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0043
Request from Sales to fit an original unit into GLN-60 and send it to the Repair Department.2nd Dec 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0044
Use of car GLN-60 to demonstrate improvements in booming and to gain mileage on experimental features.18th Dec 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0045
'booming' issue, giving no objection to a fitting on vehicle GLN-60.23th Dec 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0046
Letter discussing criticisms of the coachwork and wipers on the GLR-31 Propaganda Car.30th Dec 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0047
Faults on the GLR-31 Propaganda Car, including water leaks and issues with Lucas windscreen wipers.9th Jan 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0048
Suspension work, requesting a 25 HP Trials car to test new, lower-rating springs.17th Jan 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0049
Requesting a change of unit for car GLN-60.28th Jan 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0050
Instructing the change of units between cars 12.G.IV and G.L.N.60, with details on required maintenance.2nd Feb 1930Box 107 \ 1  scan0051
Car G.L.N.-60, requesting a large diameter propeller shaft be fitted.7th Feb 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0052
Request to line the servo of car GLN. 60 with cotton duck.13th Feb 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0053
Internal order instructing Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes to carry out work on chassis GLN-60 as per an attached estimate.3rd Mar 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0054
Specifications for springing, damper loads, unladen car weight, and buffer clearances.7th Mar 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0055
'consistently bad boomer' car from the Maythorn Trials, chassis GNS-2, being sent for urgent investigation.2nd Apr 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0056
Unbearable 'boom' sound in a 25 HP car, its cause, and potential solutions involving coachbuilders.10th Apr 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0057
Requesting a car be returned to replace its overstressed low rating springs with the correct ones.10th Apr 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0058
Proposing to send springs to location 'N' to reduce time and cost.13th Apr 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0059
Confirming the despatch of two road springs to Cricklewood for immediate fitting.17th Apr 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0060
New rating for springs on four 25 HP demonstration cars.28th Apr 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0061
Fitting of low rating springs and shock absorbers for a 20/25 HP model.18th May 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0062
Specification sheet for front and rear springs, damper loads, and buffer clearances.7th Mar 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0063
Allocation of a 20/25 car, GLR-81, with a metal panelled Weymann limousine body for experimental purposes.18th May 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0064
Specification changes for tests in France, including work on car GNS-2 and a modification list for model 25-EX.19th May 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0065
Removal and return of parts from a 25 HP experimental test car.19th May 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0066
Request for a comparative test on the high-speed engine smoothness of a 25 HP car fitted with an experimental roller tail bearing.30th May 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0067
Recommending the elimination of transmission vibration in future production based on a high-speed test at Brooklands.4th Jun 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0068
Clarifying the status and use of cars GNS-5 and GNS-2 for trials and demonstration work.7th Jun 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0069
Modification for the front shock absorbers on 20/25 HP models following feedback.11th Jun 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0070
Delay of the Maythorne saloon and plans to fit it with a new tail bearing for trials.7th Jul 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0071
Telegram confirming the evening arrival of 'Maythorn'.31th Dec 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0072
Delayed arrival of the GSN-5 Maythorn trial car and a proposed tail-bearing modification.2nd Jul 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0073
Engine roughness and steering column movement in Trials Car GSR-14.3rd Jul 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0074
Chasing the progress of modifications to a 20/25 HP car, chassis GLR-81, which has been delayed.7th Jul 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0075
The delay and completion status of car GLR-81, specifically concerning a radiator modification.8th Jul 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0076
Engine and exhaust modifications for car GLN-60.14th Jul 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0077
Requesting engine component checks and a power curve test for a 25 HP model before submission to Sales.20th Jul 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0078
Modifications and repairs to an engine, highlighting worn main bearings and cylinders, with urgency due to the Schneider Cup.21th Jul 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0079
Repeated exhaust failures on GXO-69 and the proposed modifications to resolve the issue.22th Jul 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0080
Confidential memo regarding the temporary installation of a condemned engine with a cast iron crankcase.24th Jul 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0081
Complaint about the springing and ride comfort of car GLR-39.29th Sep 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0082
Replying that a report is not sufficiently clear to make recommendations.30th Sep 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0083
Letter discussing a very high compression ratio test, potential valve distortion, and ignition control.4th Oct 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0084
Requesting the use of car 19-GIV and arranging a meeting at Conduit St.11th Nov 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0085
The urgent requirement to fit a camouflaging plate to the radiator of car 19-G4.4th Nov 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0086
Returning one car and collecting another, chassis number 19-G4.9th Nov 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0087
Supplying and fitting special shock absorbers to chassis GXO-105 to resolve knocking issues.18th Nov 1931Box 107 \ 1  scan0088
From Hs. to Cx. regarding the unavailability of a car due to further testing in France.9th Jan 1932Box 107 \ 1  scan0089
Use of car 18-G4 as a temporary demonstrator until a new chassis is available.11th Jan 1932Box 107 \ 1  scan0090
Suitability of car 18-G4 for trials and suggesting alternatives.12th Jan 1932Box 107 \ 1  scan0091
Inquiry regarding the differences between chassis models 18-G4 and 20-G4.13th Jan 1932Box 107 \ 1  scan0092
Clarifying the difference between the 18-G4 and 20-G4 chassis.16th Jan 1932Box 107 \ 1  scan0093
From Lp to Hs regarding the 5000-mile status of the engine in car GLN-60.23th Jan 1932Box 107 \ 1  scan0094
Instruction to Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes to carry out work on car GLN-60 as per an attached estimate.29th Jan 1932Box 107 \ 1  scan0095
Various performance issues and faults with a car after 6,000 miles.5th Feb 1932Box 107 \ 1  scan0096


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