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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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Sending a preliminary print of the crankshaft detail RE.1648 for approval or criticism.30th Sep 1940Box 110 \ 1  scan0082
Schemes and drawings for the Myth M.40 Crankshaft, section 5010.13th Nov 1940Box 110 \ 1  scan0083
Revised prints for an M.40 Test Rig Cylinder.12th May 1941Box 110 \ 1  scan0084
Transmittal memo listing new and altered blueprints for the M.40 Test Rig, specifically for the crankcase and cylinders.21th Apr 1941Box 110 \ 1  scan0085
List of engine components with part numbers, marking the completion of Section 5000.21th Apr 1941Box 110 \ 1  scan0086
Alternative cylinder head design for the Myth engine, proposing tests and modifications.23th Jun 1941Box 110 \ 1  scan0087
Modifying the gastight seal on the steering column to suit a Borman Douglas design.29th Apr 1941Box 110 \ 1  scan0088
Instructions for mounting a Lucas coil and starter switch on the dashboard.29th Apr 1941Box 110 \ 1  scan0089
Mounting of a Lucas Coil and Starter Switch for the MYTH model dashboard.29th Apr 1941Box 110 \ 1  scan0090
'MYTH Starter Switch' and the associated Lucas Starter Switch drawing PL.549.29th Apr 1941Box 110 \ 1  scan0091
New design for Myth exhaust valve tappets, deleting the adjusting screw and nut based on experience with the B.60 engine.3rd Oct 1940Box 110 \ 2  scan0001
Secret memorandum regarding the design of a complete welded exhaust system for the 'Myth' project.24th Oct 1940Box 110 \ 2  scan0002
Investigation into exhaust system design and harmonics for a small and rigid saloon.24th Sep 1940Box 110 \ 2  scan0003
Parts for a Myth engine's exhaust manifold, crankcase, and bearings.24th Sep 1940Box 110 \ 2  scan0004
The 'Myth' exhaust system, contrasting mathematical design solutions with practical industry methods.28th Oct 1940Box 110 \ 2  scan0005
Instructions and part list for the M.40 Test Rig concerning exhaust heated induction.27th Jun 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0006
Issuing blueprints for the M.40 Test Rig, specifically for exhaust heated induction valves and fittings.1st Jul 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0007
Instruction memo issuing new detail blueprints for the M.40 Test Rig, Section 5050 - Cylinder Head.2nd Jul 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0008
Instruction memo regarding new blueprints and parts issued for the M.40 Test Rig's exhaust heated induction inlet pipe.7th Jul 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0009
Three alternative frame designs for the 'Myth' model, weighing up options like conventional frames and monocoque constructions.29th Oct 1940Box 110 \ 2  scan0010
Car body design, comparing separate frame and monocoque constructions, and future post-war strategy.29th Oct 1940Box 110 \ 2  scan0011
Modifications to the 'Myth Frame' design, replacing previous plans.7th Nov 1940Box 110 \ 2  scan0012
Layout and proposed spot welding of the cross in the frame, referencing drawing PL.416.3rd Dec 1940Box 110 \ 2  scan0013
MITH frame components, noting the abandonment of a previous design and requesting prints for record purposes.3rd Dec 1940Box 110 \ 2  scan0014
The design and necessary stiffening for a rear bumper stop on the Myth Frame.3rd Dec 1940Box 110 \ 2  scan0015
The design of the PL.419 Rear Bumper Stop for the Myth Frame.3rd Dec 1940Box 110 \ 2  scan0016
Original drawings for 'Myth Frame' components, specifically the 4th Cross Member and Front Frame Gussets.3rd Dec 1940Box 110 \ 2  scan0017
Design and mounting of the front bumper and fog lamp brackets for the 'MYTH' frame model.14th Dec 1940Box 110 \ 2  scan0018
Design and mounting of a front bumper and fog lamp brackets for the 'Myth' frame.14th Dec 1940Box 110 \ 2  scan0019
Estimation of materials required to produce the 'Myth' frame for the first chassis.17th Dec 1940Box 110 \ 2  scan0020
Secret memo detailing the estimated material required to produce the 'Myth' frame for the first chassis.17th Dec 1940Box 110 \ 2  scan0021
Design changes for the 'Myth' project's right and left hand frame centre gussets.1st Apr 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0022
Instruction detailing parts required for the Rear Bump Stop scheme.6th Jan 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0023
Letter to Park Ward's Ltd. regarding the acquisition of 16-gauge material for the Myth frame.7th Jan 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0024
Describing the design of a flat 2nd crossmember for the Myth frame, including its weight and comparison to the Rippletto design.7th Jan 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0025
Stiffening of the 'Myth' project frame front gussets by boxing the side channels.10th Jan 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0026
The position and welding of the 1st rear crossmember and frame stiffeners for the 'Myth' frame.10th Jan 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0027
Modifications to the 'Myth' frame's 2nd crossmember to suit the revised position of the spare wheel.18th Jan 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0028
Design and placement of a right-hand centre frame gusset and requirements for the left-hand equivalent.24th Jan 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0029
The PL.500 Frame Rear Gusset & Wheelarch body bracket reinforcement.4th Feb 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0030
'Myth' frame front stiffeners and front body bracket.11th Feb 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0031
Spot and tack welding of the 'Myth' frame front gusset, comparing it to the previous 'B.V.' riveted frame.20th Feb 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0032
List of parts and schemes for an M.40 test rig frame and fittings.6th Mar 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0033
List of additional parts required for the assembly of a frame.6th Mar 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0034
Estimating and ordering materials for the production of two 'Myth' frames.10th Mar 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0035
Letter to Park Ward & Co., Ltd. regarding a design change to the 'Myth Frame', requesting a halt to all work.20th Mar 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0036
'Myth' frame, detailing the handholes required for spotwelding gussets and assembling pedals and a hydraulic cylinder.16th Apr 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0037
Front crossmember and starting handle bracket for the Myth chassis frame.17th Apr 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0038
Correspondence to Park Ward, Ltd. detailing schemes and parts required to complete the Myth Chassis Frame.29th Apr 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0039
From the Chassis Design Office listing part alterations to prevent scrap and advising on assembly drawings.29th Apr 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0040
Parts list and instructions for the M.40 Test Rig, Front Crossmember and Starting Handle Bearing Bracket.23th Apr 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0041
Correspondence to C.W. Ward of Park Ward Ltd. regarding the assembly of an M.T.N. chassis frame for a meeting.26th May 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0042
Letter from Park Ward & Co Ltd regarding difficulties with spot welding and arranging the collection of chassis frame parts.30th May 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0043
The parts required for the M.40 Test Rig's front suspension bump and rebound buffers.10th Jun 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0044
Blueprints and parts required for the M.40 Test Rig, specifically for the Front Crossmember and Starting Handle Bearing Bracket.8th Jul 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0045
Instruction to issue blueprints for bump and rebound buffers for the M.40 Test Rig front suspension.8th Jul 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0046
Parts list for a Test Rig concerning the front pan and rubber mounting of the front suspension.10th Jul 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0047
Update to the M.40 Test Rig's Front Pan and Frame Fittings, including new parts and blueprints.11th Jul 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0048
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. enclosing blueprints for a 'Myth Frame' with assembly instructions.17th Aug 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0049
Page two of a document listing various part numbers and their descriptions.17th Aug 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0050
Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the welding of rear spring mounting tubes for the Myth Frame.18th Aug 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0051
Print for the M.40 Test Rig, concerning Frame & Fittings for steering box and idler bracket mountings.5th Sep 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0052
Blueprints for the reinforcement of the front cross member on the 'Myth' frame for the first car only.18th Feb 1942Box 110 \ 2  scan0053
The movement of one chassis frame to Park Wards and the completion of a second.15th Dec 1943Box 110 \ 2  scan0054
Results of torsional stiffness tests on the 'Myth' frame and suggesting further modifications.15th Dec 1943Box 110 \ 2  scan0055
Graph showing the results of torsion tests performed on a 'Myth' frame.15th Dec 1943Box 110 \ 2  scan0056
Scheme to provide additional frame stiffness to the Myth Chassis rear crossmember and body extensions.21th Dec 1943Box 110 \ 2  scan0057
Scheme for stiffening the rear crossmember and body brackets for the Myth Chassis.21th Dec 1943Box 110 \ 2  scan0058
Distributing prints for new and modified parts for the 'Myth' chassis, specifically the stiffened rear crossmember and body brackets.3rd Jan 1944Box 110 \ 2  scan0059
The Myrth frame tests, detailing torsional stiffness results and recommendations for stiffening improvements.15th Dec 1943Box 110 \ 2  scan0060
Graph showing the results of torsion tests on a 'Myth' frame.15th Dec 1943Box 110 \ 2  scan0061
The third torsional stiffness test carried out on the Myth Frame.16th Feb 1944Box 110 \ 2  scan0062
Graph and data table showing the results of torsion tests on the 'Myth' frame.22th Dec 1943Box 110 \ 2  scan0063
Third torsional stiffness test on the 'Myth Frame', noting changes in welding methods.16th Feb 1944Box 110 \ 2  scan0064
Graph and data tables showing results of torsion tests on a 'Myth' frame.22th Dec 1943Box 110 \ 2  scan0065
Results of a fourth torsional stiffness test on the 'Myth Frame'.28th Mar 1944Box 110 \ 2  scan0066
Torsion tests on a 'Myth' frame, showing twist rates and deflection data in tables and a graph.27th Mar 1944Box 110 \ 2  scan0067
Design of the Junior Gearbox, axle, and propeller shaft for the 'Myth' model.5th Aug 1939Box 110 \ 2  scan0068
Fitting a Hillman gearbox to the 'Myth' vehicle and requesting associated drawings.18th Oct 1939Box 110 \ 2  scan0069
Scale drawings of Myth transmission units for the Myth Monocoque car project.6th Aug 1940Box 110 \ 2  scan0070
Design changes to the 10 HP Myth Cylinder Head, superseding a previous design.17th Sep 1940Box 110 \ 2  scan0071
Requesting drawings for gearbox and engine components.27th Nov 1940Box 110 \ 2  scan0072
Proposal to fit a Hillman 14 HP gearbox into the Myth chassis, outlining the necessary modifications.31th Dec 1940Box 110 \ 2  scan0073
The required modifications to fit a Morris 8 Gearbox into the Myth chassis.1st Apr 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0074
Continued memo detailing modifications to the body front floor and the change gear lever on a Morris box.1st Apr 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0075
Distributing blueprints for two new pressed steel wheel designs for an experimental chassis.3rd Apr 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0076
Proposal to fit a Morris Eight Gearbox into the Myth Chassis.26th May 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0077
Modifications to the 'Myth' body to accommodate a Morris Gearbox and new clutch casing.26th May 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0078
Parts list and instructions for an M.40 Test Rig for a Morris Gearbox in a Myth Chassis.23th Jun 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0079
Distributing two altered blueprints for a Section of Pressed Steel Wheel.24th Jun 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0080
Reduction of noise in the first speed gear for the Myth model by adding an adjustable support.8th Jul 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0081
Rear shock damper for the Myth model, including potential modifications for a rear roll rod.31th Dec 1940Box 110 \ 2  scan0082
Link geometry of the rear shock damper.22th Jan 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0083
Instructions and list of parts and drawings for a rear shock damper test rig.27th Jun 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0084
Listing blueprints sent for the M.40 Test Rig Front Shock Damper components.26th Jun 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0085
Continued list of parts for a valve assembly, including various sized adjusting washers.26th Jun 1941Box 110 \ 2  scan0086
Confirmation of the 'Myth' version requiring 5 1/2' tyres and subsequent wing clearance adjustments.4th Oct 1940Box 110 \ 2  scan0087
Minimum size for the rear wheel arches on the 'Myth' model.14th Oct 1940Box 110 \ 2  scan0088
Reviewing pivot bearing sizes in light of Buick increasing their front road wheel bearing size.29th Oct 1940Box 110 \ 2  scan0089
Comparing the bearing sizes, stress and load ratings of a Buick type pivot against other designs.6th Nov 1940Box 110 \ 2  scan0090


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