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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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Internal memorandum acknowledging a query regarding the New 20/25 HP car, model GLG.5.9th May 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0297
Lightened clutch operation scheme on car GAE-19 and its potential for standardization.17th May 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0298
Servo squeaks and judder on a 20/25 model, and a plan for testing new linings.20th May 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0299
Summary of issues and views concerning Sgt's Trials Car, focusing on brake squeak and petrol consumption.21th May 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0300
Carburettor issues, including flushing, flooding, and mixture control, along with proposals for investigation and modification.21th May 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0301
Typed memorandum page discussing ongoing investigations into carburetter design issues and potential improvements.23th May 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0302
Brake performance after fitting new servo liners to chassis No. GLG 5.23th May 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0303
Reconsideration of a successful modification for the standard chassis, while noting concerns about clutch slippage.23th May 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0304
Logistics of swapping cars to examine a flooding carburettor.29th May 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0305
Brief typed memo regarding arrangements for a car collection and a potential exchange.29th May 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0306
Proposal for modifying an engine unit to a large bore specification for Wor's Car.30th May 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0307
Listing required modifications for an air silencer, carburetter controls, and petrol pump.30th May 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0308
Arrangement of a loaner car from the Experimental Department.30th May 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0309
Borrowing a car from the trials department while another vehicle is investigated for a fault.31th May 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0310
Availability of an experimental car and the collection of a Graham-Paige for investigation.1st Jun 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0311
Requesting an update on the likely delivery date for a car being prepared for someone in London.1st Jun 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0312
Brief memo regarding a car handed over to Wyman and a request for its return date.4th Jun 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0313
Short memo confirming a telephone conversation regarding car arrangements and an inspection of Major Monro's carburettor.5th Jun 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0314
Telegram arranging for the collection of a carburetter arriving at St. Pancras station.6th Jun 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0315
Communication confirming work on a car, including a carburettor comparison and adjustments to steering shocks and governor control.7th Jun 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0316
Telegram regarding the dispatch of a SGS carburettor by train from St Pancras.17th Jun 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0317
Telegram received by telephone confirming the dispatch of a carburetter by train.7th Jun 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0318
Removal of a carburetter from chassis GLG 5 and borrowing a temporary replacement from GOH 12.7th Jun 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0319
Investigation report into the cause of carburetter flooding on a 20/25 HP model.8th Jun 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0320
Fitting a new carburetter filter and investigations into flooding and petrol consumption on a specific car.8th Jun 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0321
Return of GAE-19, a carburettor comparison, and a modification to reduce steering shocks.12th Jun 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0322
Correspondence regarding the return of Chassis GAE-19, delays with a filter pipe, and a future service visit.13th Jun 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0323
Arranging for consumption tests and the fitting of a new carburetter on Sir Banister Fletcher's car.21th Jun 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0324
Confirmation of a telegram sent to Derby requesting a petrol pipe and filter for chassis GAE-19.4th Jul 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0325
Instructions for fitting the latest type of servo to Wor's Car, chassis GUB-5.17th Jul 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0326
Modifications to the isolated change gear lever on a Wor's Car, Chassis CUB-5.30th Aug 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0327
Confirmation of a proposal to alter the car's suspension by redesigning the road springs.6th Sep 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0328
Problem with a car's suspension and the lead time for new springs.9th Sep 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0329
Request to construct a rig to test 25 HP and Bentley steerings due to seizing issues.16th Sep 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0330
List of parts to be prepared for a 20/25 HP car.17th Sep 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0331
Requesting three standard big bore blocks for specific cars and a test unit.23th Sep 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0332
Test drive report and performance feedback on the Large Bore 20/25 model.14th Oct 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0333
The urgent modification of the suspension on car GUB-5 (Wor's Car).14th Oct 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0334
Feedback letter discussing the performance of a Large Bore 20/25 model, covering its engine, steering, and suspension.15th Oct 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0335
Correcting previous specifications for work on a car regarding the cylinder head, induction pipe and exhaust manifold.18th Oct 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0336
Unsafe steering on chassis GUB-5 and the requirement to fit a new Spectre type Marles gear.21th Oct 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0337
Customer's request to have a geared starter motor fitted during a car changeover.6th Nov 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0338
The wheels from Mr. Gowen's car, proposing to send them to the Test Department.11th Nov 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0339
Detonation issue on a big bore Bentley with an experimental ignition governor.23th Nov 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0340
List of undesirable features and required actions for Chassis GLG-5, also referred to as Sg's Car.25th Nov 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0341
Request for a replacement faulty petrol pump for chassis No. GLG 5 Sg's car.2nd Dec 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0342
Of goods forwarded for a faulty S.U. petrol pump returned for replacement.2nd Dec 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0343
The readiness of a hypoid axle to coordinate its fitting with an automatic Stromberg carburettor.7th Dec 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0344
Dispatch of a replacement S.U. fuel pump for Sg's car, chassis GLG-5.10th Dec 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0345
The inspection of a petrol pump removed from vehicle GLG-5.11th Dec 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0346
Faulty and noisy petrol pump removed from car GLG 5.12th Dec 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0347
Requesting a changeover of engine components between two cars to test starting schemes.17th Dec 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0348
Concerns about engine water temperature and the need to increase radiation to prevent overheating in production cars.17th Dec 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0349
Performance report of a 25/30 engine fitted to car GLG-5 following a 220-mile road test.16th Dec 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0350
High water temperatures due to altered radiator shutter or thermostat settings and considering a more efficient radiator.19th Dec 1935Box 107 \ 1  scan0351
Instruction regarding the return of second-hand car No. GYZ 3 to Lillie Hall.14th Jan 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0352
Testing of a Big Bore 20/25 HP with a Stromberg carburetter and issues with clutches.17th Jan 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0353
Car's clutch judder and a planned modification at Thrupp & Maberley's or Cricklewood.21th Jan 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0354
Confirming a telephone conversation regarding a clutch modification that has seemingly resolved a starting issue.27th Jan 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0355
Throttle sticking for a GUB-5 Stromberg Carburetter DB.42.31th Jan 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0356
Note specifying the car is running only on Shell No. 1 fuel.31th Jan 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0357
Confirming an appointment to meet with a car for comparison.7th Feb 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0358
Fitting of a roll rod to a customer's car to reduce swaying on corners.28th Feb 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0359
Short typed memo confirming an appointment to test a car in London.30th Mar 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0360
The weight of chassis GLG 5, including additional equipment and comparison to a similar model.30th Mar 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0361
Weight difference between two 20/25 HP cars, GLO-5 and GLO-2.8th Apr 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0362
Enquiry for 3-speed gearbox parts.6th May 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0363
The completion of gears for a 25/30HP 3 Speed Gearbox for Sg's Car.6th May 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0364
Complaints about faulty springing and steering on a 25/30 HP Trials car.15th May 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0365
Typed letter discussing a policy of fixing something weaker rather than stronger.15th May 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0366
Compilation of feedback reports on the GUL-82 Trials Car, focusing on light springing and steering issues.14th Apr 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0367
Extract from a driver's report detailing issues with light steering and instability at high speeds.14th May 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0368
Confirming the availability of parts for converting a gearbox from 4-speed to 3-speed.20th May 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0369
Customer feedback and proposed solutions for front suspension and steering on the 20/25 HP model.21th May 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0370
Query asking about the time required for a car conversion and arranging to send the vehicle after Whitsun.21th May 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0371
Short memo regarding the conversion of a gearbox to a three-speed and the estimated time for testing.23th May 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0372
Arrangements for car GUL-82 to go to the Works for springing and steering issues around the Whit Monday holiday.29th May 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0373
Short memo regarding the arrival and collection schedule for chassis GUL-82.30th May 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0374
Conversion of a gearbox for car GLG-5 and the storage of the original parts.4th Jun 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0375
Requesting the fitting of a new 20/25 HP Marles type steering to car GLG-5.8th Jun 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0376
Lumpy engine idling issue discovered during London Trials for car GUL-82.9th Jun 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0377
Requesting to retain gearbox parts and to decarbonise car GLG-5 following an experiment.10th Jun 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0378
Request to examine car GUL-82 during the London Trials to check its specification against test standards.11th Jun 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0379
Progress on two vehicles, 32-EX with clutch issues and GLG-5 receiving new steering.11th Jun 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0380
Steering and spring adjustments for car GUL-82 during London Trials.11th Jun 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0381
Steering friction issues and trials for car GUL-82.12th Jun 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0382
Questioning the rough idling and lumpiness of an engine in car GUL-82 during London Trials.16th Jun 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0383
Requesting a list of work done and questioning why two new horns were fitted to car GLG-5.17th Jun 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0384
Missing rubber mat for Chassis No. GLG 5.17th Jun 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0385
Sending chassis spares with a car for a Junior Car Club tour in Canada and America.18th Jun 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0386
Fitting Marles steering, a three-speed box, silent tread tyres, and replacing faulty horns.18th Jun 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0387
Note regarding a missing rubber mat for Chassis No. GLG-5.19th Jun 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0388
Short typed message, possibly a telegram, arranging the collection of a trials car.30th Jun 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0389
Complaining about the quality of newly fitted horns and requesting the originals be returned.22th Jun 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0390
Typed memo regarding the return and forwarding of car horns.23th Jun 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0391
Recommendation of spare parts for a 25/30 HP car, chassis GUL-2.23th Jun 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0392
Suggesting the inclusion of hub withdrawal tools with the spares for chassis GUL-2 for the Junior Car Club Tour.26th Jun 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0393
Requesting the despatch of two Lucas Wind Horns from a GLG-5 chassis to Mr. Crawford at Rolls-Royce Ltd.26th Jun 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0394
To Mr. Crawford at Lillie Hall regarding the return of Sg's electric wind horns.26th Jun 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0395
The inclusion of special hub withdrawal tools for Chassis GUL-2 for the Junior Car Club Tour.29th Jun 1936Box 107 \ 1  scan0396


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