Rolls-Royce Archives
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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Making a pair of gears for Flt. Lieut. Staniland's Alfa-Romeo racing car, due to sanctions on Italy.15th Apr 1936Box 124 \ 5  scan0135
Manufacture of parts for Flt. Lieut. Staniland's Alfa Romeo Racing Car.30th Aug 1936Box 124 \ 5  scan0136
Letter from Fairey Aviation Co. Ltd. thanking the recipient for work on an Alta transmission.1st Sep 1936Box 124 \ 5  scan0137
Letter regarding car maintenance and an apology for missing an acquaintance at a race.3rd Sep 1936Box 124 \ 5  scan0138
The decision not to charge for work on Flt. Lieut. Staniland's Alfa Romeo.3rd Sep 1936Box 124 \ 5  scan0139
Article from 'The Autocar' magazine detailing the Royal Automobile Club's 1,000 Miles Road Trial of the 1914 Cadillac.25th Oct 1913Box 125 \ 1  scan0001
Suitability of a 32 PB chassis for Ebbw Vale Steel, Iron and Coal Co. Ltd., including gearing options and a comparison with a Cadillac.29th Aug 1919Box 125 \ 1  scan0002
Comparison of a six-cylinder engine's running and petrol consumption against a Cadillac eight-cylinder Vee.29th Aug 1919Box 125 \ 1  scan0003
Report comparing the performance of a Rolls-Royce and a Cadillac in various road trials.29th Aug 1919Box 125 \ 1  scan0004
Page from a vehicle comparison report detailing acceleration tests, an uphill test, and weight breakdown between two cars designated 'RR' and 'CA'.23th Jun 1920Box 125 \ 1  scan0005
Short memo regarding a delayed promise concerning a Cadillac.23th Jun 1920Box 125 \ 1  scan0006
Follow-up communication regarding the promised delivery of a Cadillac car.27th Jul 1920Box 125 \ 1  scan0007
Delay in the delivery of a Cadillac car from America.27th Jul 1920Box 125 \ 1  scan0008
Delayed Cadillac delivery, a Marmion car for travel to America, and the specifics of U.S. import duties for cars and chassis.6th Oct 1920Box 125 \ 1  scan0009
The shipping and upcoming delivery of a Cadillac.24th Nov 1920Box 125 \ 1  scan0010
Inter-office letter enclosing a booklet titled 'Cadillac Details of Construction' for review of carburation matters.7th Mar 1921Box 125 \ 1  scan0011
Customer's comparison between his Cadillac and a new Rolls-Royce, and planning a performance demonstration.13th Jul 1921Box 125 \ 1  scan0012
Performance of a twelve-cylinder engine in relation to a Mr. Dugdale.18th Jul 1921Box 125 \ 1  scan0013
Car modifications for a customer demonstration against a Cadillac.18th Jul 1921Box 125 \ 1  scan0014
Using alcohol in the radiator, a speed comparison with a Cadillac, and the inaccuracy of American speedometers.18th Jul 1921Box 125 \ 1  scan0015
New car for a Mr. Dugdale and a query about its performance against a Cadillac.21th Jul 1921Box 125 \ 1  scan0016
Air pressure relief valve, with an attached letter from Springfield.16th Aug 1921Box 125 \ 1  scan0017
Letter discussing the necessity of fitting an air pressure relief valve, citing examples from Cadillac and environmental factors.28th Jul 1921Box 125 \ 1  scan0018
Proposal to trial a Cadillac car to assess its redesigned steering.1st Jan 1926Box 125 \ 1  scan0019
Need for a relief valve in the pressure system for high-altitude operation, with references to Pikes Peak and Cadillac cars.11th Aug 1920Box 125 \ 1  scan0020
Correspondence regarding the difficulty in arranging a full-day test drive of a Cadillac car.14th Jan 1926Box 125 \ 1  scan0021
Brief memo regarding the arrangement of a run for a Cadillac car.15th Jan 1926Box 125 \ 1  scan0022
Arranging a trial on a Cadillac car and potentially fixing it.15th Jan 1926Box 125 \ 1  scan0023
Requesting information about a trial run conducted on a Cadillac car.23th Jan 1926Box 125 \ 1  scan0024
Short typed memorandum to arrange a date regarding a Cadillac Car.25th Jan 1926Box 125 \ 1  scan0025
Conditions required to arrange a trial run of a Cadillac car.28th Jan 1926Box 125 \ 1  scan0026
The road trial of a Cadillac car to investigate steering wobble issues.2nd Feb 1926Box 125 \ 1  scan0027
Road trial report on an 8-cylinder Cadillac car, focusing on steering performance with balloon tyres.1st Feb 1926Box 125 \ 1  scan0028
Test drive report discussing steering characteristics, suspension performance, and wobble experienced with balloon tyres.1st Feb 1926Box 125 \ 1  scan0029
Road test report noting issues with tyre pressure, wheel wobble, and the performance of the engine, clutch, and gearbox.1st Feb 1926Box 125 \ 1  scan0030
Vehicle test report page detailing performance of the brakes, axle, and suspension, including results from a Brockley Hill climb test.2nd Feb 1926Box 125 \ 1  scan0031
High-speed steering wobbles, particularly in relation to fitting front brakes on Phantom cars.2nd Feb 1926Box 125 \ 1  scan0032
Comparative test report between car models 18-EX and 73-OR, including performance data and a list of complaints for 18-EX.3rd Jun 1929Box 125 \ 1  scan0033
Test card from June 1929 listing faults found on chassis No. 18 Ex.28th Jun 1929Box 125 \ 1  scan0034
Evaluating competitor 8-cylinder vee engines and their performance characteristics compared to six and straight-eight engines.16th Oct 1929Box 125 \ 1  scan0035
Sales and summarizing complaints about the Cadillac 16.20th May 1930Box 125 \ 1  scan0036
Car's superior performance in acceleration, speed, and silence, and suggesting a test drive.20th May 1930Box 125 \ 1  scan0037
Cadillac's competitive performance and the need for Rolls Royce to deliver comparable power.8th May 1930Box 125 \ 1  scan0038
Test drive and comparison of the Cadillac 16's performance and handling.1st May 1930Box 125 \ 1  scan0039
Typed report comparing a vehicle's performance against a Cadillac, including handling on a dirt road and passenger feedback.20th May 1930Box 125 \ 1  scan0040
Comparative analysis of a vehicle against a Cadillac, focusing on performance, handling, and market perception.20th May 1930Box 125 \ 1  scan0041
The inspection, performance, and consumption tests of a Cadillac V-16.28th Apr 1930Box 125 \ 1  scan0042
Remarks from a test of a 16 Cylinder Cadillac Car.13th Jun 1930Box 125 \ 1  scan0043
Field report from a journey between Vienna and Warsaw, including details of a competitor's 16-cylinder Cadillac.13th Jun 1930Box 125 \ 1  scan0044
Vehicle performance review followed by a discussion concerning a potential sale to Romanian royalty.17th Jun 1930Box 125 \ 1  scan0045
Specifications and notes on the Cadillac V 16.17th Jun 1930Box 125 \ 1  scan0046
Engine specifications including bearing dimensions, timing, capacities, and electrical system details.17th Jun 1930Box 125 \ 1  scan0047
Specification sheet detailing components including the starter, transmission, axles, and brakes.17th Jun 1930Box 125 \ 1  scan0048
Specifications for internal expanding brake linings and braking distribution.18th Jul 1930Box 125 \ 1  scan0049
Test drive of a 16-cylinder Cadillac, with commentary on its engine, power, steering and gearbox compared to the Phantom II.18th Jul 1930Box 125 \ 1  scan0050
Report comparing a 16-cylinder Cadillac to the American and English Phantom I, detailing a visit to the Cadillac factory.1st Jul 1930Box 125 \ 1  scan0051
Visit to the Studebaker factory, detailing a test of their new free-wheel mechanism and observations on their extensive research and component testing methods.1st Jul 1930Box 125 \ 1  scan0052
Comparing a 16-cylinder Cadillac engine to in-house 12-cylinder designs, discussing engine performance and features.2nd Jul 1930Box 125 \ 1  scan0053
Letter from a distributor providing particulars on a 16-cylinder Cadillac following a demonstration.4th Oct 1930Box 125 \ 1  scan0054
Letter to Lendrum & Hartman Ltd confirming a car's weight and comparing its price unfavourably with a Maybach.7th Oct 1930Box 125 \ 1  scan0055
Letter from car distributor Lendrum & Hartman Ltd concerning a trial run on a 16-Cylinder Cadillac and proposing a reciprocal trial on a Phantom Two.8th Oct 1930Box 125 \ 1  scan0056
Letter discussing comparative tests of a sports model Cadillac against a Phantom II and a future trial of a Maybach.9th Oct 1930Box 125 \ 1  scan0057
Letter from car distributor Lendrum & Hartman Ltd to W. A. Robotham concerning Cadillac models and a potential trade-in of a Phantom II.10th Oct 1930Box 125 \ 1  scan0058
Comparing the performance figures of the Phantom I, Phantom II, and Cadillac V16 engines.14th Oct 1930Box 125 \ 1  scan0059
Letter regarding a 16-cylinder Cadillac coming from America, a potential test at Brooklands Track, and Sir Henry Royce's preference for a 12-cylinder arrangement.17th Oct 1930Box 125 \ 1  scan0060
Visit to the Cadillac factory, detailing their facilities and a review of their 12-cylinder car.5th Jan 1931Box 125 \ 1  scan0061
Observations on engine mounting, gear ratios, weight reduction, thermostats, and bearings.10th Apr 1931Box 125 \ 1  scan0062
Letter proposing a performance comparison between a Cadillac and one of their cars at Brooklands Track.10th Apr 1931Box 125 \ 1  scan0063
Letter from car distributor Lendrum & Hartman Ltd explaining the unavailability of a Cadillac model for demonstration.13th Apr 1931Box 125 \ 1  scan0064
Photograph of the latest Cadillac gearbox.20th Apr 1932Box 125 \ 1  scan0065
Page with diagrams and adjustment instructions for a 'Triple-silent, Syncro-mesh' transmission.20th Apr 1932Box 125 \ 1  scan0066
Transmission removal and disassembly instructions with an exploded view of the synchronizing mechanism and a speedometer pinion chart.25th Apr 1932Box 125 \ 1  scan0067
Clarifying the specifications of a Cadillac gearbox, noting it has two synchromesh speeds and a jaw clutch.25th Apr 1932Box 125 \ 1  scan0068
Correcting a description of the operation of helical gears.26th Apr 1932Box 125 \ 1  scan0069
Letter to General Motors requesting to purchase a spare connecting rod from a Cadillac car for inspection.29th Aug 1932Box 125 \ 1  scan0070
Letter from Vauxhall Motors forwarding a request for a Cadillac connecting rod to General Motors Ltd.31th Aug 1932Box 125 \ 1  scan0071
Request to obtain a sample Cadillac connecting rod to study its method for oil supply to the little end.6th Sep 1932Box 125 \ 1  scan0072
Detailed blueprint of a steering gear assembly for a Cadillac, including components, adjustments, and testing procedures.29th May 1931Box 125 \ 1  scan0073
Schematic of a steering wheel control and information assembly.3rd Sep 1931Box 125 \ 1  scan0074
Exploded view photograph of a Cadillac (Saginaw) steering gear assembly.3rd Sep 1931Box 125 \ 1  scan0075
Disassembled photograph of a Cadillac Saginaw steering gear assembly.3rd Sep 1931Box 125 \ 1  scan0076
Photograph showing the disassembled components of a Cadillac steering column with Saginaw steering controls.3rd Sep 1931Box 125 \ 1  scan0077
Photograph showing the components of a Cadillac steering column with Saginaw steering controls.23th May 1934Box 125 \ 1  scan0078
The arrival date of a Cadillac.23th May 1934Box 125 \ 1  scan0079
Delay in receiving a Cadillac 16 car for the Experimental Department.29th May 1934Box 125 \ 1  scan0080
Night letter cablegram to Cadillac Motorcar Co. regarding the delivery of a Cadillac and a Buick.11th Jun 1934Box 125 \ 1  scan0081
Cablegram regarding the shipping of a Cadillac and communication about a Buick.13th Jun 1934Box 125 \ 1  scan0082
Candid letter discussing improvements and criticizing the build quality of a car, 'the 16'.9th Jun 1934Box 125 \ 1  scan0083
Letter discussing engineering departmental issues, frustrations with workmanship standards, and challenges with suspension and coachwork.9th Jun 1934Box 125 \ 1  scan0084
Memo discussing frame stiffness issues in convertible cars.9th Jun 1934Box 125 \ 1  scan0085
Engineering memo discussing frame stiffness calculations, ride quality, and a critique of Dubonnet and Chevrolet suspension designs.9th Jun 1934Box 125 \ 1  scan0086
Technical problems with a Dubonnet device, including frame tuning and low-speed wobble, and expressing concern about being made a scapegoat.9th Jun 1934Box 125 \ 1  scan0087
Lateral strength, suspension durability on various cars, and plans to mount wishbone pins on rubber.15th Jun 1934Box 125 \ 1  scan0088
Tests of Cadillac type automatic tappets for the Phantom II, analysing valve bounce and spring performance at high speeds.15th Jun 1934Box 125 \ 1  scan0089
Report comparing camshaft performance and the effect of different valve springs.15th Jun 1934Box 125 \ 1  scan0090
Test report on camshaft and valve spring performance at different engine speeds and loadings.15th Jun 1934Box 125 \ 1  scan0091
Effect of an open inlet valve and a proposed test to stiffen the valve mechanism with steel push rods.15th Jun 1934Box 125 \ 1  scan0092
Graph showing the opening and closing valve lift curves for a No. 6 exhaust valve with Cadillac type tappets.14th Jun 1919Box 125 \ 1  scan0093
Graph comparing power output (BHP) and Mean Effective Pressure (MEP) against RPM for a Phantom II engine with different camshaft and rocker setups.14th Jun 1934Box 125 \ 1  scan0094
Letter to Cadillac Motor Car Co. regarding engineering time and an invitation to visit the Experimental Department.21th Jun 1934Box 125 \ 1  scan0095


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