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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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Faults with door locks on B.V bodies, comparing existing and new Wilmot-Breeden types.14th Nov 1940Box 117 \ 3  scan0226
Letter to the British Bundy Tubing Co. Ltd. regarding the alteration of four oil pipes.15th Nov 1940Box 117 \ 3  scan0227
Letter from Park Ward & Co. Ltd regarding the production of a car body.4th Dec 1940Box 117 \ 3  scan0228
Letter regarding a visit to Derby, coachbuilding drawings, and the status of the 'Silver Ripple' body.10th Dec 1940Box 117 \ 3  scan0229
Letter to C.W. Ward of Park Wards Ltd. regarding the receipt of a 'Silver Ripple' body and expressing condolences.10th Dec 1940Box 117 \ 3  scan0230
Request to fit and test an S.S. adjustable seat in car 8.B.V. after seeing it illustrated in Autocar.12th Dec 1940Box 117 \ 3  scan0231
Collection and stock-taking of B.V jigs and tools held at Motor Panels.18th Dec 1940Box 117 \ 3  scan0232
Letter to A.W. Chapman Ltd. requesting details about an adjustable seat fitting for private cars.4th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0233
Letter to Hallam Sleigh & Chepstow regarding the design and construction of an adjustable seat fitting.7th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0234
Page discussing the importance of weight reduction in a fitting for standardization.7th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0235
Letter requesting samples of two types of window channeling and sealing strip from Silent Channel Co.8th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0236
Letter to W. CHAPMAN Ltd. regarding experiments and a request for drawings of an adjustable seat mechanism.8th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0237
Letter to The Empire Rubber Co. about a sponge rubber door seal that absorbs water and freezes.8th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0238
Letter to Messrs. W. Chapman Ltd. requesting a catalogue of adjustable seat mechanisms, specifically for height-adjustable driving seats.30th Dec 1940Box 117 \ 3  scan0239
Letter to Silent Channel Co. regarding an order for window channeling and sealing strip samples.8th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0240
Letter to supplier Simmons Aerocessories Ltd. requesting samples of 'snap on' beading for luggage boot lids.10th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0241
Letter to I.C.I. (Paints) Limited discussing the cleaning and preparation of steel automobile bodies for painting.11th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0242
Letter to Silent Channel Co., Ltd. regarding the supply of material in shorter, 6-foot lengths for experimental purposes.15th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0243
Ground floor plan for Messrs Sanderson & Holmes premises on London Road, Derby.9th May 1907Box 117 \ 3  scan0244
Letter to Twining Models regarding a corrected drawing and the completion of a model.27th Dec 1940Box 117 \ 3  scan0245
The causes of and remedies for issues with sliding roofs being difficult to operate.17th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0246
Letter to Simonds Aerocessories Ltd clarifying a misunderstanding about a request for a sample of 'snap on' rubber beading.17th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0247
Requesting an order for one dozen windscreen wiper blades from Messrs. Park Ward Ltd.22th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0248
Letter to Park Ward Ltd. requesting one dozen 9-inch windscreen wiper blades.22th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0249
Issues and suggested remedies for sliding roofs.22th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0250
Sliding roofs, their suppliers, and new experimental sealing methods.22th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0251
Compatibility list of Weathershields sliding roof models for various car makes.23th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0252
Letter to Park Ward Ltd regarding difficulties with operating sliding roofs and an enclosed report.23th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0253
The expected delivery of two non-chargeable model seats from different suppliers.24th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0254
Sample limousine door lock from Wilmot Breedon, which is not chargeable.24th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0255
Letter to Wilmot Breedon Ltd. requesting dimensions for the front door slam-lock of the 'Myth' car.25th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0256
Payment dispute and ownership of Bentley-V tools and jigs involving Motor Panels Ltd. and Park Ward & Co.16th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0257
Contract with Motor Panels (Coventry) Ltd and the relocation of wooden jigs.20th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0258
Letter to Wilmot Breeden Ltd. requesting dimensions for a slam-lock for the front door of the 'Myth'.25th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0259
Causes of and suggested remedies for difficult-to-operate sliding roofs.22th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0260
Sliding roof mechanisms, suppliers, and draught exclusion methods.22th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0261
Compatibility chart for Weathershields sliding roofs across various car makes.24th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0262
Progress report on the design and rationalization of the Senior Range chassis.24th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0263
Comparison of pre-war and proposed post-war engine specifications for various models to safeguard against post-war economic conditions.24th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0264
Road work, component mileage, and a list of identified faults in gearboxes, suspension, brakes, and clutches.24th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0265
Ongoing technical issues with vehicle components and body production.24th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0266
Design rationalization and experimental work on Coupé models, including issues with scuttle shake.24th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0267
The design specifications for the 'Myth' chassis and body, part of the 'Junior Rationalised Cars' project.24th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0268
Report discussing engine options and chassis modifications for the 'Myth' car project.24th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0269
Specification table for small and large four-cylinder engines, including capacity, horsepower, and tax.24th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0270
The appearance, chassis, and parts sourcing for a new car model named 'Myth'.24th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0271
The value of further development work on a 4-cylinder car and plans for post-war production.24th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0272
Cover memo for a copy of a letter sent to Messrs. Park Ward.28th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0273
Letter requesting samples of aluminium sections for motor bodies and luggage carriers.28th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0274
Order for a door handle and a quick-lift window regulator handle from Park Ward & Co. Ltd.23th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0275
Order for a door handle and a window regulator handle from Park Ward & Co. Ltd.28th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0276
Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. clarifying an error on an order, correcting 'Myth' to 'Wraith' parts.28th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0277
Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. correcting a car reference number for an order.28th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0278
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. ordering a replacement door handle and quick-lift regulator handle for a B.30 limousine.28th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0279
Letter to the Empire Rubber Company regarding the testing and design of a new door seal.29th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0280
Letter discussing a requirement for an experiment on a sample body before placing a full order.29th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0281
Letter to Park Ward Ltd. regarding a modification to provide a bearing for the rear cushion.31th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0282
Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. regarding a layout for a proposed windscreen wiper assembly.31th Jan 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0283
Letter to E. Turner Ltd. regarding a blueprint and a pending order for a Draught Excluder.1st Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0284
Letter to Hallam Sleigh & Chepstow regarding a mock-up rising and falling seat.3rd Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0285
'Corbex' patent Rise and Fall Seatfitting sample for inspection.3rd Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0286
Letter to Park Ward Ltd. regarding prints for front and rear doors.3rd Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0287
Advertisement for the 'COLD SPRAY-GRANODIZING' phosphate coating process for automotive bodies.1st Aug 1940Box 117 \ 3  scan0288
Confirming the prefix letters 'M.B.' (Miscellaneous Bodywork) for a series of drawings.5th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0289
Letter to coachbuilder Park Ward Ltd. regarding specification prints for a sample body.5th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0290
Correspondence with Perfecta Motor Equipment regarding a windscreen regulator fitting and a Lucas windscreen wiper.5th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0291
Letter to C.W. Ward regarding cellulose, headlining material, and leather samples.6th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0292
Letter to The Lace Web Spring Co. Ltd. regarding samples of tacking strips and a tubular seat.6th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0293
Letter to Connolly Ltd. confirming a telephone conversation regarding an order for leather.6th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0294
Letter to Park Ward & Co. about returning an incorrect and broken limousine door handle.10th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0295
Letter discussing the aftermath of bombing, a house in Coventry, and business regarding leather supply for current and post-war models.18th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0296
Letter to Messrs. Ernest Turner Ltd. regarding supply issues for upholstery materials and a special draught excluder.13th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0297
Letter to Weathershields Ltd. regarding issues with felt in experimental sliding car roofs.13th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0298
The progress of quantity-produced coachwork, detailing the status of tools and jigs for the B.V. Six-Light model.14th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0299
Requirements for shop equipment, drawings, and jigs needed for body production, including time and resource estimates.14th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0300
Production recommendations for Park Ward and Motor Panels, and an investigation into the Bentley V. Coupe's front-end movement.14th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0301
Production planning document for the Silver Phantom & Cresta, detailing drawings, man-hours, and sample bodies.14th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0302
Procedures and timelines for producing new car models and prototypes.14th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0303
Production programme and parts list for the 'Myth' body, detailing timelines and components.14th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0304
Letter to a supplier regarding the manufacture of door hinges from blueprints.17th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0305
The forwarding of a new incorrect outside door handle and a broken one to Park Ward & Co. to serve as a pattern.10th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0306
Trials car report detailing issues with the sliding roof, seat back angle, and draughts at the doors.13th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0307
Blueprint showing the side profile design of a car seat, with a highlighted stitch or curve line.13th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0308
Issues identified in a trials car, covering the sliding roof, seat back angle, and door draughts.13th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0309
Letter to Messrs. Wilmot Breeden Ltd. enclosing a blueprint for a body centre pillar for the investigation of concealed hinges.15th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0310
Post-war coachwork planning for the 'Myth' model, considering reliance on Park Wards and war-related supply issues.16th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0311
Present coachwork position, post-war reliance on Park Wards, and progress on the 'Myth' car.16th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0312
Letter regarding a sample seat with a tilting mechanism and an anti-rattle device.19th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0313
Letter to The Perfecta Motor Equipment Ltd. requesting two windscreen regulators with a suggested design modification.19th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0314
Causes and recommendations for fixing leaking sunshine roofs.20th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0315
Letter of acknowledgement to Messrs. A.W. Chapman Ltd. regarding a future meeting.20th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0316
Correspondence to Weathershields Ltd. regarding the supply of block felts and a layout for a sliding roof.20th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0317
Letter to Wilmott Breeden Ltd. regarding the supply of stainless steel glass channelling and parts for the 'Myth' body.20th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0318
Letter to Motor Body Panels Ltd. requesting a cost for tooling a new cross member.21th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0319
Letter to G. Beaton & Son Ltd. regarding the supply and finish of two sets of hinges.22th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0320
Letter to Park, Ward & Co., Ltd. regarding the dispatch of blueprints for a Myth body.28th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0321
Issues with creaking, rusty Beatonson self-alining hinges and proposed improvements.24th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0322
Issues with creaking, dry, and rusty self-aligning hinges on a car body.24th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0323
Letter to Park Ward Ltd. regarding issues with creaking car door hinges and potential solutions like graphite grease or self-lubricating bronze.24th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0324
Letter requesting prints of hinges and fixing methods to suggest improvements for identified faults.25th Feb 1941Box 117 \ 3  scan0325


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