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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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Tyre performance, including bursts and punctures, related to overload and weather conditions.4th Jun 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0130
Calculations for rear wheel weight using two alternative methods.4th Jun 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0131
Estimated list of extra load and their weights carried on vehicle 34-EX for a journey to Nairobi.4th Jun 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0132
Itemized list of the estimated extra load and weights for vehicle 34-EX on a trip to Nairobi.14th Jun 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0133
Correspondence regarding bonnet fitting issues for an experimental body on chassis 34.FX.14th Jun 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0134
Telegram querying whether plain or louvered bonnet sides are required for chassis 34-EX.16th Jun 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0135
Replying to a telegram regarding bonnet side specifications for the experimental car 34 EX.16th Jun 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0136
Tyre failures on the Nairobi Run, suspected to be caused by overloading the vehicle.16th Jun 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0137
The weighing and tyre troubles experienced during the Nairobi Run of car 34-EX.22th Jun 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0138
Repair and potential reuse or disposal of a dilapidated car body from chassis 34-EX.13th Oct 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0139
Recommendation to dispose of the body for car 34-EX.16th Oct 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0140
Recommendation against altering the non-standard 34-EX chassis upon its second-hand sale.21th Feb 1938Box 114 \ 4  scan0141
Resale of pre-production chassis 34-EX and its non-standard parts.21th Feb 1938Box 114 \ 4  scan0142
Requesting advice on whether to replace obsolete but functional parts on chassis 34-EX prior to its sale, considering cost and necessity.24th Feb 1938Box 114 \ 4  scan0143
Sale of a car 'as is' without any modifications.28th Feb 1938Box 114 \ 4  scan0144
Misshapen wheels on car 3-AEX-34 and a request for a replacement non-standard wheel.20th May 1938Box 114 \ 4  scan0145
Requesting the despatch of a Dunlop wire wheel to Lillie Hall for an experimental car.21th May 1938Box 114 \ 4  scan0146
Replacement wire wheel for chassis 3.AEX.34, sent to Lillie Hall.21th May 1938Box 114 \ 4  scan0147
Brochure for the 1932 International Mountain Championship motor race series.1st Jan 1932Box 114 \ 4  scan0148
Multi-lingual leaflet providing details for five European hill climb races in 1932.5th May 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0149
The running and general behaviour of a Phantom III car during a 13,000-mile run from London to Nairobi.5th May 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0150
The performance and issues encountered with tappets, starter motor, clutch, gearbox, and transmission propeller shaft.5th May 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0151
Mechanical issues encountered with a forward joint, rear axle, and shock dampers during a long-distance run.5th May 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0152
Issues with the vehicle's brakes and suspension systems over an extended period of use.5th May 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0153
Issues with rear suspension, steering, and the fuel system during a vehicle trial.5th May 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0154
Failures and issues with the cooling, silencing, and electrical systems during an extended test run, including a Sahara crossing.5th May 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0155
Fault report detailing issues with the starter motor, horns, Bijur piping, hydraulic jacks, and body mountings.5th May 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0156
Post-run vehicle condition report with recommendations for future modifications.5th May 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0157
The provision of blueprints for a luggage grid bracket for the 'Goshawk' chassis.14th Dec 1920Box 114 \ 4  scan0158
The approval and design for a luggage grid on the Goshawk model, including relocation of the spare wheel.11th Mar 1922Box 114 \ 4  scan0159
Design comparison for a car's rear, showing two different spare wheel and luggage carrier arrangements.8th Dec 1921Box 114 \ 4  scan0160
The design, testing, and potential sale of a luggage grid for the Goshawk model.28th Jun 1922Box 114 \ 4  scan0161
Pencil-added modification to the Goshawk Luggage Grid design and requesting an urgent price from Derby.13th Jul 1922Box 114 \ 4  scan0162
Production and testing of a luggage carrier for the 'Goshawk II'.21th Jul 1922Box 114 \ 4  scan0163
Telegram from Royce regarding the modification, heat treatment, and testing of a luggage gridle design.18th Sep 1922Box 114 \ 4  scan0164
Telegram regarding an urgent design modification for luggage carriers.27th Sep 1922Box 114 \ 4  scan0165
Suggested modifications to improve the manufacture of the Goshawk 11 luggage grid.7th Oct 1922Box 114 \ 4  scan0166
The parts and drawings required for the 'Goshawk II' luggage carrier.24th Oct 1922Box 114 \ 4  scan0167
Blueprint for the Goshawk II Luggage Carrier.25th Oct 1922Box 114 \ 4  scan0168
Confirming the issue of a blueprint for the Goshawk II Luggage Carrier.28th Oct 1922Box 114 \ 4  scan0169
The design and production of the Goshawk luggage grid.27th Dec 1922Box 114 \ 4  scan0170
Standardisation of a luggage grid for the 20 HP chassis.29th Dec 1922Box 114 \ 4  scan0171
Standardisation of a Luggage Grid for the 20 HP. Chassis.20th Dec 1922Box 114 \ 4  scan0172
Standardisation of a luggage grid for a 20 HP chassis.29th Dec 1922Box 114 \ 4  scan0173
Strength and lightness of the 20HP luggage grids.18th May 1923Box 114 \ 4  scan0174
Unsatisfactory design of the 20HP luggage grid and the progress on a standardised replacement.11th Aug 1923Box 114 \ 4  scan0175
Customer complaint about the petrol filler and supplied funnel on the 20 HP chassis.14th Aug 1923Box 114 \ 4  scan0176
Proposed modifications to the Goshawk 11 luggage grid based on operational experience.9th Sep 1923Box 114 \ 4  scan0177
Request for feedback on the luggage grid fitted to a 5-G-11 car and its fixing.27th Nov 1923Box 114 \ 4  scan0178
Standardisation of chassis parts, detailing an improvement in the design of the luggage grid.11th Jun 1924Box 114 \ 4  scan0179
Standardisation and costing for a 20 HP luggage grid.24th Jun 1924Box 114 \ 4  scan0180
Feedback on the design, functionality, and finish of a new luggage grid for the 20-HP model.26th Sep 1924Box 114 \ 4  scan0181
Suitability of a rear luggage box and spare wheel carrier for a town carriage.1st Apr 1927Box 114 \ 4  scan0182
Specifications for the rear end of India 3 & 4 models.22th May 1928Box 114 \ 4  scan0183
Various combinations for mounting spare wheels and luggage at the rear of a car.29th Jun 1928Box 114 \ 4  scan0184
Proposal for a new rear wheel carrier to replace the existing side wheel carrier on 20 HP models.17th Oct 1928Box 114 \ 4  scan0185
Proposing alternative rear end arrangements for the 'India 3' model, involving wheel carriers and a luggage grid.31th Oct 1928Box 114 \ 4  scan0186
Proposed system for carrying two wheels at the rear using a triangular bracket and a dummy hub.14th Nov 1923Box 114 \ 4  scan0187
Changes to carry one spare wheel at the rear instead of two.1st Dec 1928Box 114 \ 4  scan0188
Design and fitting of a single rear wheel carrier, referencing various schematics for a Hooper Sedanca.3rd Dec 1928Box 114 \ 4  scan0189
Standardisation of a modified rear spare wheel carrier and luggage grid to increase ground clearance.26th Mar 1929Box 114 \ 4  scan0190
Note specifying details for fitting a new part to a chassis for testing purposes.13th Apr 1929Box 114 \ 4  scan0191
Standardisation of luggage grids for the 20 HP longer chassis frame.3rd Sep 1929Box 114 \ 4  scan0192
Fault with a 25 HP rear luggage carrier rubbing against the spare wheel carrier rail.3rd Dec 1930Box 114 \ 4  scan0193
Proposing various luggage grid and wheel carrier systems for the 25HP model.12th Dec 1930Box 114 \ 4  scan0194
Redesign of the luggage grid and wheel carrier for the 20/25 model to improve usability.17th Dec 1930Box 114 \ 4  scan0195
Outlining two standard options for the rear wheel carrier and grid on 20/25 'T' Series cars.5th Jun 1931Box 114 \ 4  scan0196
Outlining the standardisation program for wheel carriers and luggage grids on P.2 and 20/25 series cars.7th May 1931Box 114 \ 4  scan0197
Page outlining standards and recommendations for carrying spare wheels on different car bodies.7th May 1931Box 114 \ 4  scan0198
The design and sales feature of a folding luggage carrier for the 'Japan 3' rear end.26th Nov 1931Box 114 \ 4  scan0199
Design and development of a J. 3. luggage carrier and rear apron.9th Mar 1932Box 114 \ 4  scan0200
Feedback and proposed modifications for the J.3 Luggage Grid.24th Jun 1932Box 114 \ 4  scan0201
List of design queries and responses concerning a luggage grid, apron, and carrier lid.24th Jun 1932Box 114 \ 4  scan0202
Luggage grid flexibility and a method for opening a lid without using a knob or handle.24th Jun 1932Box 114 \ 4  scan0203
Logistics of inspecting the 'Japan III' luggage grid, opting to do so in Derby.28th Jun 1932Box 114 \ 4  scan0204
Point-by-point response to criticisms regarding the design and modifications of the J.3. luggage grid.22th Sep 1932Box 114 \ 4  scan0205
Scheme for luggage carriers on the Phantom II and 20/25 10,000-mile test cars.22th Dec 1933Box 114 \ 4  scan0206
Arrangements for an improved luggage carrier on Phantom II and 20/25 cars.28th Dec 1933Box 114 \ 4  scan0207
The weights of standard and proposed luggage grids for the 25 HP model.27th Apr 1934Box 114 \ 4  scan0208
From Sg. to Hs. regarding the undelivered luggage grid parts.11th May 1934Box 114 \ 4  scan0209
Requesting instructions on what to do with a luggage grid received for either chassis 20-G-IV or 21-G-IV.15th May 1934Box 114 \ 4  scan0210
Urgent telegraphic message regarding a request for a luggage grid.16th May 1934Box 114 \ 4  scan0211
Selection of a luggage grid for an experimental car, referencing a heavier condemned version and a lighter one.1st Jun 1934Box 114 \ 4  scan0212
The body and luggage grid for chassis No. 21-G-4, an Experimental Saloon.30th May 1934Box 114 \ 4  scan0213
Various luggage grid designs and weights with coachbuilder Hooper's.30th May 1934Box 114 \ 4  scan0214
The decision to use solid arms for luggage grids and improve luggage capacity on an experimental Bentley chassis.30th May 1934Box 114 \ 4  scan0215
Message requesting particulars of luggage accommodation for demonstration Phantom / 3 and 25/30 models for a conference.2nd Feb 1938Box 114 \ 4  scan0216
Request for sketches of luggage accommodation on London Trials cars for comparison with the Wraith model.4th Feb 1938Box 114 \ 4  scan0217
Luggage accommodation options and comparing designs from coachbuilders Park Ward and Barker.4th Feb 1938Box 114 \ 4  scan0218
Design drawing for a Barker Touring Enclosed Limousine with a sliding sunshine roof.31th Dec 1936Box 114 \ 4  scan0219
Comparative list of luggage boot measurements for various cars.18th Jan 1938Box 114 \ 4  scan0220
Blueprint detailing the design and dimensions for an altered luggage space.18th Jan 1938Box 114 \ 4  scan0221
Dimensional drawing and notes on the luggage boot of a 24 HP Chrysler.18th Jan 1938Box 114 \ 4  scan0222
Blueprint detailing the luggage compartment dimensions for a Phantom III by Park Ward.1st Jan 1938Box 114 \ 4  scan0223
Blueprint with dimensions for the luggage boot of a 1938 Buick 8 MO Series.1st Jan 1938Box 114 \ 4  scan0224
Blueprint of a vehicle's luggage compartment dimensions before alterations.1st Jan 1938Box 114 \ 4  scan0225
Blueprint detailing luggage compartment dimensions and design for a 21 HP Wolseley.1st Jan 1938Box 114 \ 4  scan0226
Blueprint of a 27HP Humber 5 Seater Saloon, detailing the luggage and spare wheel compartments.1st Jan 1938Box 114 \ 4  scan0227
Blueprint detailing the luggage space and dimensions for a 10 HP Hillman Minx Club Saloon.1st Jan 1938Box 114 \ 4  scan0228
Blueprint detailing the luggage boot dimensions for a 20 HP Daimler Saloon.1st Jan 1938Box 114 \ 4  scan0229


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