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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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Letter from Park Ward & Co Ltd discussing headlight options, comparing E5/IR lamps with Lucas P.100 lamps.29th May 1941Box 118 \ 1  scan0348
Letter discussing the repainting of a car to battleship grey and specifications for the headlamps.28th Jul 1941Box 118 \ 1  scan0349
Letter from S. Smith & Sons Ltd. to W.A. Robotham confirming a new panel drawing is ready.23th Jan 1942Box 118 \ 1  scan0350
Letter to Piper Electric Blind Operator Ltd. regarding the supply of replacement switches for a car's division window.28th Jan 1942Box 118 \ 1  scan0351
Letter to Mr. Nichols of S. Smith & Sons regarding progress on an instrument-board.29th Jan 1942Box 118 \ 1  scan0352
Typed letter to Charles W. Nichols regarding progress with an instrument-board.29th Jan 1942Box 118 \ 1  scan0353
Letter to Wilmot Breeden Ltd. regarding the return of dovetails and a pending delivery of a push button switch.30th Jan 1942Box 118 \ 1  scan0354
Specification revision for Silver Ripple Chassis 1-R-1, detailing work on the spring suspension.26th Mar 1942Box 118 \ 1  scan0355
Outlining cost-reduction modifications for the 14 HP 'SILVER RIPPLE' model.6th Nov 1943Box 118 \ 1  scan0356
Potential cost-saving simplifications for the gearbox and braking system on the Silver Ripple model.24th Nov 1943Box 118 \ 1  scan0357
Modifications to the Silver Ripple Engine, including crank pin and bore dimensions.30th Nov 1943Box 118 \ 1  scan0358
Outlining a proposed programme for the 'Silver Ripple Project', discussing full-scale production and design.2nd Dec 1943Box 118 \ 1  scan0359
Report discussing production methods, toolings, and the sourcing of parts and sub-assemblies.2nd Dec 1943Box 118 \ 1  scan0360
Redesign of the Silver Ripple product, covering seats, hardware, paint, and labour estimates.2nd Dec 1943Box 118 \ 1  scan0361
Page discussing time allowances for body engineering.2nd Dec 1943Box 118 \ 1  scan0362
Outlining proposals to expedite the 'Silver Ripple' project by initiating investigations before detailed drawings are ready.2nd Dec 1943Box 118 \ 1  scan0363
The handover of arrangements, prints, and details for a 6-cylinder power unit.10th Dec 1943Box 118 \ 1  scan0364
Estimates and construction details for the 'Silver Ripple' and 'Park Ward' projects.21th Dec 1943Box 118 \ 1  scan0365
Letter to The Pressed Steel Co. Ltd. to reopen contacts and discuss post-war production possibilities.16th Dec 1943Box 118 \ 1  scan0366
Manufacturing approach for Silver Ripple Road Springs for post-war products.21th Dec 1943Box 118 \ 1  scan0367
Sourcing and manufacturing of Silver Ripple Road Springs for post-war vehicles.21th Dec 1943Box 118 \ 1  scan0368
Quotation from Pressed Steel for the 'Silver Ripple' body.21th Dec 1943Box 118 \ 1  scan0369
Faults and specifications for the Silver Ripple and Bentley chassis.21th Dec 1943Box 118 \ 1  scan0370
List of required designs for the 'Silver Ripple' project, detailing components for the initial build and a Stage II version.22th Dec 1943Box 118 \ 1  scan0371
Clutch failure on the 'Silver Ripple' car and recommending a specific replacement.23th Dec 1943Box 118 \ 1  scan0372
Chassis and coachwork in progress for Silver Ripple and Myth projects, and a list of required specifications.3rd Jan 1944Box 118 \ 1  scan0373
Listing design requirements for the 'Silver Ripple' and 'Stage II Silver Ripple' models.22th Dec 1943Box 118 \ 1  scan0374
Scheme for mass-producing a cheap, drop-forged 4-cylinder crankshaft for the Silver Ripple model.4th Jan 1944Box 118 \ 1  scan0375
Design scheme for the Silver Ripple crankshaft and cylinder head.4th Jan 1944Box 118 \ 1  scan0376
Forwarding the preliminary issue of the 'Silver Ripple Specification - Stage 1', detailing outstanding design work.6th Jan 1944Box 118 \ 1  scan0377
Brief description of specification for the Silver Ripple - Stage 1.6th Jan 1944Box 118 \ 1  scan0378
Specification sheet detailing engine components including the crankcase, crankshaft, and connecting rods.17th Jan 1941Box 118 \ 1  scan0379
Specification sheet for engine components including pistons, cylinder head, valves, and carburettor.17th Jan 1941Box 118 \ 1  scan0380
Specification sheet for various engine components, detailing their design and status.17th Jan 1941Box 118 \ 1  scan0381
Specification sheet detailing various vehicle components including indicators, valves, fan, and radiator.17th Jan 1941Box 118 \ 1  scan0382
Specification sheet listing part changes and rationalisations for various vehicle assemblies.17th Jan 1941Box 118 \ 1  scan0383
Specification sheet for vehicle components, listing descriptions, design numbers, and remarks.17th Jan 1941Box 118 \ 1  scan0384
Specification sheet detailing rear brakes, hubs, servo motor, master cylinder, and frame fittings.17th Jan 1941Box 118 \ 1  scan0385
Specification sheet listing parts and modifications for vehicle components including stays, bumpers, springs, and steering mechanisms.17th Jan 1941Box 118 \ 1  scan0386
Specification sheet detailing various vehicle components including brakes, wheels, and steering.17th Jan 1941Box 118 \ 1  scan0387
Specification sheet detailing various car components like piping, dampers, and stabilizers.17th Jan 1941Box 118 \ 1  scan0388
Specification sheet for vehicle components, detailing parts and their design status.17th Jan 1941Box 118 \ 1  scan0389
Specification sheet listing electrical components and associated parts.17th Jan 1941Box 118 \ 1  scan0390
Specification sheet for vehicle components, including lamps, horns, regulator, cutout, and a petrol pump.17th Jan 1941Box 118 \ 1  scan0391
Confidential memo outlining a plan for the construction of five prototype car bodies for the 'Silver Ripple' model.6th Jan 1944Box 118 \ 1  scan0392
Typed memorandum discussing a suggested programme, work distribution, and material ordering.10th Jan 1944Box 118 \ 1  scan0393
Report request concerning valve gear noise and lubrication issues on the 'Silver Ripple' car.10th Jan 1944Box 118 \ 1  scan0394
Listing materials required for the construction of prototype bodies for the Silver Ripple.10th Jan 1944Box 118 \ 1  scan0395
Prototype construction and material ordering for the Silver Ripple project.12th Jan 1944Box 118 \ 1  scan0396
The material requirements for producing five Silver Ripple frames.13th Jan 1944Box 118 \ 1  scan0397
Revised specification for Bentley Unit B.40-No.1 and Silver Riplet Chassis 1-RT-1, detailing work carried out and petrol pump modifications.14th Jan 1944Box 118 \ 1  scan0398
Confidential memo confirming an instruction to bore out an existing 16 HP 4-Cylinder Silver Ripple engine casting.15th Jan 1944Box 118 \ 1  scan0399
The quantities and specifications for steel and aluminium sheets required for ten prototypes.17th Jan 1944Box 118 \ 1  scan0400
Quantities and specifications of steel and aluminium sheets for 'Silver Ripple' prototypes.17th Jan 1944Box 118 \ 1  scan0401
Scheme detailing the layout and welded construction for the front end of a chassis frame.27th Jan 1944Box 118 \ 1  scan0402
Design scheme for a welded cruciform frame, known as 'Silver Ripple'.27th Jan 1944Box 118 \ 1  scan0403
Modification scheme for the Silver Ripple's frame and gusset to accommodate the .104 Bent Front Pan.27th Jan 1944Box 118 \ 1  scan0404
Layout scheme for the 'Silver Ripple' engine in frame side elevation, issued for record purposes.27th Jan 1944Box 118 \ 1  scan0405
Scheme for the layout of the Silver Ripple engine in its frame, showing a side elevation.27th Jan 1944Box 118 \ 1  scan0406
Scheme for the general arrangement of the chassis for the 'Silver Ripple' prototypes.27th Jan 1944Box 118 \ 1  scan0407
Scheme for a strengthened dynamo support bracket for the 'Silver Ripple' and 1 RT 1 Chassis.27th Jan 1944Box 118 \ 1  scan0408
Ordering materials for the 0.62 Silver Ripple and 0.80 frames for experimental purposes.28th Jan 1944Box 118 \ 1  scan0409
Potential weight savings on the Silver Ripple chassis.5th Feb 1944Box 118 \ 1  scan0410
Requesting a weight estimate for the Silver Ripple Body with light allow wings from P.S.C.7th Feb 1944Box 118 \ 1  scan0411
Preliminary weight estimate for the 'Silver Ripple' body and its components.12th Feb 1944Box 118 \ 1  scan0412
Comparing internal weight estimates for trim and hardware with an external supplier's figures.15th Feb 1944Box 118 \ 1  scan0413
The weight reduction analysis for the Silver Ripple chassis.18th Feb 1944Box 118 \ 1  scan0414
Calculating and discussing potential weight reduction across various car components.18th Feb 1944Box 118 \ 1  scan0415
The 'Silver Ripple' specification, its weight due to shared parts, and plans for a lighter second version.22th Feb 1944Box 118 \ 1  scan0416
Body clearance for the Silver Ripple Prototype, referencing Mulliners and a full-scale body picture.15th Mar 1944Box 118 \ 1  scan0417
Outlining desired features for a car undergoing a 10,000-mile test, including tool storage and a reverse light.23th Dec 1929Box 118 \ 2  scan0001
10,000 miles test, discussing the rear light switch, starting handle position, and bumper standardisation.31th Dec 1929Box 118 \ 2  scan0002
Bumper pads on dumb irons, noting approved changes to height, bolt sizes, and adaptations for English bumpers.10th Mar 1930Box 118 \ 2  scan0003
Design, aesthetics, and practicality of car bumpers and bumperettes, with a preference for a semi-elliptical design.30th Apr 1930Box 118 \ 2  scan0004
Modifications and alternative proposals for the starting handle.6th Jun 1930Box 118 \ 2  scan0005
Preference for half-elliptical bumpers and concerns about bumper design for the 24-EX model.6th Jun 1930Box 118 \ 2  scan0006
Proposed bumper design with an accompanying sketch.14th Jun 1930Box 118 \ 2  scan0007
Responding to points about the design of left-hand chassis components, specifically bumpers, clutch, and road springs.1st Jul 1930Box 118 \ 2  scan0008
Progress report on modifications and updates for the gear shift, horns, oils, and shutters.2nd Jul 1930Box 118 \ 2  scan0009
Design, testing, and manufacturing of collision bumpers for American models.3rd Jul 1930Box 118 \ 2  scan0010
Bumper design criticism and the logistics of a collision test on a second left-hand chassis.4th Jul 1930Box 118 \ 2  scan0011
Position on L.H. Chassis for America and arranging further discussion.7th Jul 1930Box 118 \ 2  scan0012
Collision tests for bumpers on the L.H.Phantom II Chassis.9th Jul 1930Box 118 \ 2  scan0013
Request for a report on the results of a bumper test for the L.HP II Chassis (24-EX).22th Aug 1930Box 118 \ 2  scan0014
Urgent request for four lead weights with specified dimensions for testing American bumpers.23th Aug 1930Box 118 \ 2  scan0015
Re-building of the 24-EX car for bumper testing.29th Aug 1930Box 118 \ 2  scan0016
Progress report on a bumper test for a left-hand chassis, delayed due to equipment modification.10th Sep 1930Box 118 \ 2  scan0017
The failure of American-supplied bumpers under stress testing.15th Sep 1930Box 118 \ 2  scan0018
Blueprint drawing of a component showing front and rear sections with dimensional measurements.16th Sep 1930Box 118 \ 2  scan0019
Results of tests on bumpers for the American market.16th Sep 1930Box 118 \ 2  scan0020
Replying to a query about developments in English manufactured bumpers, suggesting Wilmot-Breeden Limited.9th Mar 1931Box 118 \ 2  scan0021
Recommendation to contact Wilmot-Breedon Ltd. for particulars on bumpers for the U.S.A.20th Mar 1931Box 118 \ 2  scan0022
Confirming the despatch of a front dumb iron with a bumper pad and discussing its dimensions.5th May 1931Box 118 \ 2  scan0023
Design changes for front and rear bumper fixings on the 20/25 HP model.21th May 1931Box 118 \ 2  scan0024
Girling brakes, a visit to Rovers, and proposed solutions for oscillation issues on the 'Spectre' and 20/25 trials car models.16th Nov 1933Box 118 \ 2  scan0025
Letter to The Rover Motor Co. Ltd. requesting a stabilising bumper for experimental testing.18th Nov 1933Box 118 \ 2  scan0026
Acquisition of a frictional damped bumper for a 20/25 model to test its effectiveness in eliminating radiator movement.20th Nov 1933Box 118 \ 2  scan0027
Letter from The Rover Company Ltd. regarding the development of an experimental bumper.20th Nov 1933Box 118 \ 2  scan0028
Letter to Wilmot Breedon Ltd. regarding the supply of experimental stabilising bumpers for a 20/25 HP car.21th Nov 1933Box 118 \ 2  scan0029
Test for a frictional damped bumper on a 20/25 Trials Car to reduce radiator movement.22th Nov 1933Box 118 \ 2  scan0030


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