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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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Blueprint diagram illustrating a failure point on a front spring clip after a test run.11th Jan 1929Box 119 \ 2  scan0325
Blueprint showing a failure analysis on a steering column bracket.11th Jan 1929Box 119 \ 2  scan0326
Blueprint detailing a failure in an Axle Control Damper Casing.11th Jan 1929Box 119 \ 2  scan0327
Diagram illustrating a failure point on a piston from a rear shock absorber.11th Jan 1939Box 119 \ 2  scan0328
Bumper test and requesting the setup of a test rig for centrepoint and front spring lubrication systems.15th Jan 1929Box 119 \ 2  scan0329
Running parts on a bumping rig for both 20 HP and 40/50 HP models.23th Apr 1929Box 119 \ 2  scan0330
List of modifications and new parts for 40/50 HP and 20 HP models subject to a bump test.6th Jun 1929Box 119 \ 2  scan0331
Requesting the preparation of a bumper chassis for testing new spring grooving, exhaust system, engine mounting, and frame cross members.6th Jun 1929Box 119 \ 2  scan0332
Request to fit a rear spare wheel carrier with luggage grid and a side wheel carrier to a bumper chassis.1st Jun 1929Box 119 \ 2  scan0333
Summary table of bump test results for six different springs, detailing materials, dimensions, performance, and breakages.1st Jun 1929Box 119 \ 2  scan0334
Test log detailing the lifespan, running conditions, failure points, and hardness of various springs.21th Oct 1929Box 119 \ 2  scan0335
Unsatisfactory nature of the current bumper testing rig and proposing a new one using a Silver Ghost engine.21th Oct 1929Box 119 \ 2  scan0336
Diagram showing the method of driving bump drums with Silver Ghost engine and gearbox units.22th Oct 1929Box 119 \ 2  scan0337
Request to prepare a 20 HP long frame chassis for testing various components.22th Oct 1929Box 119 \ 2  scan0338
Request to modify a Phantom II bump chassis for testing Phantom I springs and to exercise rear springs for chassis 23-EX.1st Feb 1930Box 119 \ 2  scan0339
Requesting different sized cams for a bump test and an update on modifications for high-speed radiator testing.3rd Feb 1930Box 119 \ 2  scan0340
Correction note regarding an error in cam specifications.5th Feb 1930Box 119 \ 2  scan0341
Request to fit lower rating front springs, dumb irons, and hardened shock absorber links to a bumper test chassis.6th Jun 1930Box 119 \ 2  scan0342
Specification and test notes for the Bumper Chassis P2, detailing bonnet and radiator movement.6th Jun 1930Box 119 \ 2  scan0343
Report detailing test methods and results for radiator and bonnet movement.6th Jun 1930Box 119 \ 2  scan0344
Tests concerning radiator and bonnet movement, clearance, and noise prevention.6th Jun 1930Box 119 \ 2  scan0345
Report detailing tests on radiator and bonnet mountings, including material changes and performance outcomes.6th Jun 1930Box 119 \ 2  scan0346
Test report on using V stay tubes to address an occasional radiator dither on a bumper chassis.6th Jun 1930Box 119 \ 2  scan0347
Testing different methods for mounting radiators and V. stay tubes to the vehicle dash and chassis.6th Jun 1930Box 119 \ 2  scan0348
Note on experimenting with radiator controls by replacing hard rubbers with very soft ones.6th Jun 1930Box 119 \ 2  scan0349
Cross-sectional blueprint diagram of a mechanical component, labeled FIG V.15th Sep 1931Box 119 \ 2  scan0350
Blueprint showing two schemes for a centre point suspension radiator end damper.15th Sep 1931Box 119 \ 2  scan0351
Blueprint diagram, figure VI, showing the failure points of studs.15th Sep 1931Box 119 \ 2  scan0352
Diagram illustrating a cross-section of the radiator bottom tank and its centre mounting.12th Oct 1931Box 119 \ 2  scan0353
Experimental drawing for a quarter-scale buffer for bonnet sides, Phase 2.12th Oct 1931Box 119 \ 2  scan0354
Blueprint diagram of a radiator bottom tank mounting for the N2 series.12th Oct 1931Box 119 \ 2  scan0355
Blueprint diagram illustrating the V Stay Tubes connecting the radiator to the dash.28th Sep 1931Box 119 \ 2  scan0356
Cross-sectional diagram of the original V stay fixing.28th Sep 1931Box 119 \ 2  scan0357
Disadvantage with the new bumper test rig and proposing modifications.7th Apr 1932Box 119 \ 2  scan0358
Bumper test report for a 25 HP Harrison radiator, detailing its satisfactory completion after a 30-hour run and pressure test.8th Aug 1932Box 119 \ 2  scan0359
The internal support for side spare wheels and front engine location modifications on a 25 HP bumper chassis.8th Aug 1932Box 119 \ 2  scan0360
Urgent request to replace a broken nearside front road spring on a 25 HP chassis to continue shock damper tests.13th Aug 1932Box 119 \ 2  scan0361
Arrival and fitting of special road springs for the 25 HP bump chassis.26th Aug 1932Box 119 \ 2  scan0362
Examination of a Peregrine Bumper chassis after a bump test, detailing an axle oil test and front road spring failures.13th Sep 1932Box 119 \ 2  scan0363
Test report detailing component failures on a Peregrine Bumper chassis after bump testing.23th Sep 1932Box 119 \ 2  scan0364
Failures of various components during testing and proposed design improvements.23th Sep 1932Box 119 \ 2  scan0365
Revised specification document for the 20/25-HP Bumper Chassis, detailing frames, fittings, and springs.29th Sep 1932Box 119 \ 2  scan0366
Description of the 'Bumping Rig' test apparatus used for simulating extreme road conditions on car chassis.12th Oct 1932Box 119 \ 2  scan0367
Broken Peregrine engine mounting crossmember and testing of J.III type dampers on a 25HP chassis.31th Dec 1932Box 119 \ 2  scan0368
Instruction to modify the 40/50 Bumper Chassis with different spare wheel bracket supports due to bolt failures.13th Feb 1933Box 119 \ 2  scan0369
The condition of 40/50 bump chassis shock dampers after 60 hours of running.21th Mar 1933Box 119 \ 2  scan0370
Wear on ball end pins, performance of glands, and a summary comparison of dampers.28th Oct 1933Box 119 \ 2  scan0371
Instruction to remove and dismantle rolled eyed road springs from a 40/50 bumper chassis for examination.28th Oct 1933Box 119 \ 2  scan0372
The failure analysis and comparison of shock damper casings from a Phantom II bumper chassis.10th Nov 1933Box 119 \ 2  scan0373
Revised specifications for the Phantom II Bumper Chassis, detailing modifications to shock dampers and the petrol tank.15th Nov 1933Box 119 \ 2  scan0374
Instruction to fit a strengthened shock damper ball and bracket to a 40/50 HP+ Bumper Chassis.18th Jan 1934Box 119 \ 2  scan0375
Fitting a new front axle and shock damper brackets to a 25 HP Bumper Chassis to test a Vulture front axle.19th Jan 1934Box 119 \ 2  scan0376
Instruction to fit a set of Firth springs to a Bentley Bumper chassis.20th Jan 1934Box 119 \ 2  scan0377
Request to fit a new frame to a 25 HP Bumper chassis.9th Mar 1934Box 119 \ 2  scan0378
Instruction to build up a pair of the latest type rear shock dampers for the 40/50 Bumper Chassis.17th Apr 1934Box 119 \ 2  scan0379
List of specifications and modifications for the 25 HP Bumper Chassis.7th Jun 1934Box 119 \ 2  scan0380
Request to build a new petrol tank for a Bentley Bumper Chassis with modified suspension and tunnel.8th Jun 1934Box 119 \ 2  scan0381
Request to recondition two Phantom II engines used for driving Bumper rigs.14th Jun 1934Box 119 \ 2  scan0382
List of required items and modifications for the Bentley Bumper Chassis.24th Jul 1934Box 119 \ 2  scan0383
Requesting the scrapping of a 25 HP Bump Chassis, with instructions to retain the road springs.20th Sep 1934Box 119 \ 2  scan0384
Chassis testing, rear axle mounts, and project progress.17th Dec 1934Box 119 \ 2  scan0385
Repair of a Bentley Bump Chassis and the fitting of a lightened front cross member.27th Dec 1934Box 119 \ 2  scan0386
Requesting the fitting of water excluding devices to a scrap Bentley bumper axle.27th Dec 1934Box 119 \ 2  scan0387
List of required items for a Bentley Bumper Chassis.28th Dec 1934Box 119 \ 2  scan0388
Listing parts for testing on the Bentley Bumper Chassis.31th Dec 1934Box 119 \ 2  scan0389
Request to fit a pair of strengthened bottom ball end supports to a bumper chassis.19th Jan 1935Box 119 \ 2  scan0390
Secret memo regarding the Spectre Bumper Test and a warning about potential radiator anchorage fracture.1st Feb 1935Box 119 \ 2  scan0391
The initial 12-hour test run of the Spectre Bumper Chassis, detailing teething troubles and future testing plans.1st Feb 1935Box 119 \ 2  scan0392
Procedure for a Spectre Bumper Test to prevent radiator anchorage fracture.1st Feb 1935Box 119 \ 2  scan0393
Requesting the urgent installation of electric lights over a new bumper in the Bump House.5th Feb 1935Box 119 \ 2  scan0394
Short memo confirming the arrangement of a Spectre Bumper Test.6th Feb 1935Box 119 \ 2  scan0395
Special lightened Firth's road springs for a Bentley Bumper, requesting they be weighed and fitted.13th Feb 1935Box 119 \ 2  scan0396
Urgent memo regarding a collapsed engine mounting on chassis LeC.3954, with instructions to fit it to chassis LeC.4127.13th Feb 1935Box 119 \ 2  scan0397
Requesting repair of a brake drum and replacement of the adjustment mechanism on a Spectre Bump Chassis.20th Feb 1935Box 119 \ 2  scan0398
Requesting an electrician to inspect faulty electrical equipment in the Bump.15th Mar 1935Box 119 \ 2  scan0399
Instruction to fit a set of road springs and lighten the front hubs on a Bentley Bumper Chassis.25th Mar 1935Box 119 \ 2  scan0400
Instruction regarding failures and replacement of engine torque reaction damper plates on the Bentley Bumper Chassis.26th Apr 1935Box 119 \ 2  scan0401
Request to complete the Spectre Bumper Chassis which is missing its engine.16th May 1935Box 119 \ 2  scan0402
Request to modify a Bentley Bumper Chassis to reproduce a stub-axle failure for testing.24th May 1935Box 119 \ 2  scan0403
Request to produce a pair of cast-iron damper pistons (G.81434) for the Spectre Bumper Chassis front suspension.24th May 1935Box 119 \ 2  scan0404
The failure of the Spectre bumper due to loose shock damper bolts and a suggestion to increase bolt diameter.4th Jul 1935Box 119 \ 2  scan0405
Requesting modification to a Spectre bump chassis and reassembly of a Phantom engine for a Bentley bumper.12th Jul 1935Box 119 \ 2  scan0406
Requesting the fitment of the latest Bentley Stabilising Bumper Bars to a Bentley Bump Chassis.24th Aug 1935Box 119 \ 2  scan0407
Insufficient power from Bumper Rig drums for a Ph.III engine and a request for a temporary fixture.24th Oct 1935Box 119 \ 2  scan0408
List of failures on the Ph.III Bumper Chassis and subsequent updates.10th Jan 1936Box 119 \ 2  scan0409
Table detailing part failures on a Ph.III Bumper, the hours they ran, and the subsequent production improvements.10th Jan 1936Box 119 \ 2  scan0410
Component testing log detailing parts, their operational hours, and resulting improvements or failures.10th Jan 1936Box 119 \ 2  scan0411
Photograph showing a fractured bumper component after endurance testing on different cams.12th Dec 1935Box 119 \ 2  scan0412
Photograph of a bumper cam after a 30-hour test, with annotated thickness measurements.12th Dec 1935Box 119 \ 2  scan0413
Photograph showing a fractured SPECTRE shock damper spring after a running test.7th Nov 1935Box 119 \ 2  scan0414
Photograph comparing two fractured mechanical components, Spectre II and Spectre III.3rd Dec 1935Box 119 \ 2  scan0415
Photograph showing thickness measurements of a bumper for 3 inch cams after 40 hours and 40 minutes of use.3rd Dec 1935Box 119 \ 2  scan0416
Photograph showing a comparison of fractured and intact mechanical levers and a bolt.19th Dec 1935Box 119 \ 2  scan0417
Photograph showing cracking on an aluminium bronze spring box after testing.7th Nov 1935Box 119 \ 2  scan0418
Instruction to repair a broken frame and refit modified mild steel front engine feet for a Phantom III Bumper Chassis.26th Feb 1937Box 119 \ 2  scan0419
Instruction memo for fitting specific suspension and spring parts to a Phantom III Bumper Chassis.2nd Mar 1937Box 119 \ 2  scan0420
Fitting a simpler gearbox to engine stay to a Phantom III bump chassis.10th Mar 1937Box 119 \ 2  scan0421
On testing an experimental louvered bonnet for the Austrian Alpine Contest.6th May 1913Box 119 \ 3  scan0001
To Mr Barrington regarding the dispatch of a louvred bonnet to Mr Johnson.31th Aug 1912Box 119 \ 3  scan0002
Letter requesting tests on different bonnet configurations to assess their effect on engine cooling.31th Aug 1912Box 119 \ 3  scan0003


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