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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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Telegram from Elliott to Roycar Derby thanking for a report and confirming a Tuesday night crossing.4th Sep 1937Box 126 \ 1  scan0037
The performance and characteristics of an Oldsmobile car after a 2700-mile road test.10th Sep 1937Box 126 \ 1  scan0038
Page 2 of a road test report on an Oldsmobile, detailing handling, steering, and comfort.10th Sep 1937Box 126 \ 1  scan0039
Road test report detailing the performance and characteristics of an 8-cylinder Oldsmobile model.10th Sep 1937Box 126 \ 1  scan0040
Concluding report page detailing final impressions of an Oldsmobile, focusing on road noise, passenger comfort, and performance.17th Sep 1937Box 126 \ 1  scan0041
Investigation and modification of an Oldsmobile gearbox to prevent it from jumping out of second gear.17th Sep 1937Box 126 \ 1  scan0042
Letter to Oldsmobile's Chief Engineer with questions about their car design after testing.6th Oct 1937Box 126 \ 1  scan0043
Letter to H. Youngren Esq. discussing an article, con.rod crank ratio, and competitor vehicle issues.6th Oct 1937Box 126 \ 1  scan0044
Requesting the stripping and examination of an Oldsmobile engine and suspension.23th Oct 1937Box 126 \ 1  scan0045
Request to strip an Oldsmobile engine for examination and to create sketches of its components.23th Oct 1937Box 126 \ 1  scan0046
Letter to Oldsmobile Distributors Ltd. requesting to supply an 8-cylinder rear engine mounting rubber.13th Nov 1937Box 126 \ 1  scan0047
Request to strip and clean an Oldsmobile gearbox and back axle in order to make sketches.18th Nov 1937Box 126 \ 1  scan0048
Request to send an official order to Oldsmobile Distributors Ltd. for a rear engine mounting rubber.22th Nov 1937Box 126 \ 1  scan0049
Request to send an official order to Oldsmobile Distributors Ltd. for one rear engine mounting rubber.22th Nov 1937Box 126 \ 1  scan0050
Laboratory analysis of materials used in Oldsmobile front suspension levers.1st Dec 1937Box 126 \ 1  scan0051
From 'Rm.' to 'HPS.' requesting the rebuild of an Oldsmobile car.10th Dec 1937Box 126 \ 1  scan0052
Order for Oldsmobile steering gear lubricant.15th Dec 1937Box 126 \ 1  scan0053
Order for rubber bushes for an Oldsmobile car's front anti-roll rod.31th Dec 1937Box 126 \ 1  scan0054
Request to Oldsmobile Distributors Ltd. for washers for an exhaust pipe on a 28 HP car.6th Jan 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0055
Letter to Oldsmobile Distributors Ltd. requesting a 6V special stop and tail lamp bulb, following up on a previous request for an exhaust part.10th Jan 1937Box 126 \ 1  scan0056
Summary of the types of locking devices used on the Oldsmobile.17th Jan 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0057
Internal request to place an official order for a stop lamp bulb.31th Jan 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0058
Need for an Oldsmobile, considering its depreciation and mentioning a Packard.2nd Feb 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0059
Engine smoothness and two-piece propeller shaft of the Oldsmobile.4th Feb 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0060
Cover sheet for particulars and sketches relating to an Oldsmobile chassis.8th Feb 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0061
Letter to Messrs Leonard Williams & Co. Ltd. to rearrange an appointment.26th Feb 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0062
Request to arrange for an Oldsmobile half shaft to be withdrawn for inspection to determine its Brinell hardness figure.8th Apr 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0063
Technical specifications and information sources for the Oldsmobile Six 1937 model.24th Jan 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0064
Specifications for engine components including the crankcase, clutch casing, crankshaft, flywheel, and bearings.24th Jan 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0065
Specifications for engine components including main bearings, connecting rods, pistons, and camshaft.24th Jan 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0066
Specifications for camshaft, valves, and related engine components.24th Jan 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0067
Specifications for valve springs, the fan and water pump assembly, and the engine lubrication system.24th Jan 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0068
Specifications for the oil pump, its gears, and engine mounting.24th Jan 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0069
Technical specifications for the carburetter, manifolds, starter, dynamo, gearbox, and steering gear.24th Jan 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0070
Technical specification sheet detailing the front suspension, back axle, and frame construction.24th Jan 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0071
Drawings of a sump flange with an anti-surge plate, a drain plug, and a pendulum lever with serration details.24th Jan 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0072
End view drawing of a crankcase and clutch casing, at half scale.24th Jan 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0073
Drawing of a front engine mounting and timing cover.24th Jan 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0074
Drawing showing two views and dimensions of a clutch casing.24th Jan 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0075
Front view diagram of a clutch casing with dimensions and component callouts.24th Jan 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0076
Drawing of a crankshaft oil seal with associated components and dimensions.24th Jan 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0077
Exploded diagram of a valve spring, damper, cotters, and retaining plate assembly.24th Jan 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0078
Drawing detailing the specifications and dimensions of a water pump impellor.24th Jan 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0079
Technical drawings for a Clutch Thrust Pad and an Oil Pump with Distributor Drive.24th Jan 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0080
Engineering drawings for a distributor drive coupling and a steering knuckle thrust race.24th Jan 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0081
Diagrams illustrating valve timing and a rear engine mounting.24th Jan 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0082
Diagram illustrating the induction and exhaust system, including manifold connections to cylinders.24th Jan 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0083
Drawing of the heat supply mechanism for the climatic control system from the exhaust manifold.24th Jan 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0084
Diagram illustrating a front suspension assembly with annotations.24th Jan 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0085
Technical drawing of a front suspension system, referencing an Oldsmobile shop manual.24th Jan 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0086
Drawing of a main spring plate for the front suspension.24th Jan 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0087
Diagrams of an eccentric pin for the front upper pivot and the fixing of a steering wheel to its column.24th Jan 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0088
Cross-section diagram of a rear axle assembly with component labels.24th Jan 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0089
Cross-section diagram of the Oldsmobile '6' Engine from 1937 with labelled components.24th Jan 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0090
Cross-sectional diagrams of an Oldsmobile '6' Engine from 1937.24th Jan 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0091
Technical drawing detailing the dimensions and cross-sections of a crankshaft and its balance weights.24th Jan 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0092
Detailed drawings and specifications for a 1937 Oldsmobile Gear Box.24th Jan 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0093
Cross-section and particulars of a 1937 Oldsmobile Gear Box.5th May 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0094
Inquiry to Oldsmobile's Chief Engineer about alterations and main bearing life on their 6-cylinder car.5th May 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0095
Letter from Olds Motor Works Division detailing major changes to their six-cylinder models.17th May 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0096
Weight comparison of components for three representative cars in the 20-30 HP class.15th Jun 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0097
Weight and system comparison of components for Bentley, S.S., and Oldsmobile vehicles.15th Jun 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0098
Weight comparison and summary between Bentley, S.S., and Oldsmobile vehicles.15th Jun 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0099
Performance data comparison table for four different vehicle models tested at Brooklands.25th Jun 1937Box 126 \ 1  scan0100
Comparative table of performance and physical data for various car models.15th Aug 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0101
Transmission improvements, comparing a General Motors epicyclic gearbox with a Warner box.26th Nov 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0102
The purchase of Delco rubbers for a 1937 Oldsmobile sedan.24th Jun 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0103
Request to Oldsmobile Distributors Ltd. for roll rod connection rubbers for a 1937 Oldsmobile 6 cyl. Sedan.24th Jun 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0104
The return of an Oldsmobile car, its transport to Derby, and the billing for petrol supplied.5th Jul 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0105
Material analysis of an Oldsmobile Roll Rod.8th Jul 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0106
Laboratory analysis of an Oldsmobile Roll Rod, detailing its material composition.9th Jul 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0107
Requesting an update on the completion of experiments on an Oldsmobile and a Jaguar.25th Aug 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0108
Sending an Oldsmobile for sale and an update on a Jaguar being rebuilt.27th Aug 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0109
To Mr. Crawford regarding an engine damper and front roll bar left off an Oldsmobile.29th Aug 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0110
Request to despatch an Oldsmobile engine damper to Lillie Hall for Mr. Crawford.29th Aug 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0111
Brief typed memo regarding the delivery of an Oldsmobile and a Jaguar to Lillie Hall.27th Aug 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0112
Payment authorisation for an invoice from Lendrum & Hartmen Ltd. for various parts.3rd Dec 1938Box 126 \ 1  scan0113
Measurements of turning circle and weight for an Eystons Oldsmobile.8th Mar 1939Box 126 \ 1  scan0114
Short memo regarding the shipping of a Graham-Paige car to England.20th Apr 1934Box 126 \ 1  scan0115
Letter regarding a missing instruction book for an Essex Terraplane and customs delays for a Graham-Paige car.8th May 1934Box 126 \ 1  scan0116
Short typed memo regarding the arrangement to use a Graham Page car.9th May 1934Box 126 \ 1  scan0117
Confirming possession of a Graham-Paige car and arranging for its delivery.15th May 1934Box 126 \ 1  scan0118
Reviewing the performance of a supercharged 8-cylinder Graham Paige American car.15th May 1934Box 126 \ 1  scan0119
The testing of a Graham-Paige car and the potential to fit a supercharger to a Bentley car.16th May 1934Box 126 \ 1  scan0120
Comparing a Graham-Paige car to a Phantom II after a test run, detailing its engine, steering, suspension, and performance.24th May 1934Box 126 \ 1  scan0121
Test report and impression of the 8 Cylinder Graham Paige after a 50 mile run.24th May 1934Box 126 \ 1  scan0122
Performance evaluation and technical specifications of a Graham-Paige 8 car.25th May 1934Box 126 \ 1  scan0123
Fitting of a Graham Supercharger to a Bentley, including drive mechanism and engine considerations.25th May 1934Box 126 \ 1  scan0124
Requesting a spare set of higher ratio worm gears for a Supercharged Bentley.6th Jun 1934Box 126 \ 1  scan0125
Performance of a Graham blower and the development of a new centrifugal blower for a Bentley engine.13th Jun 1934Box 126 \ 1  scan0126
Engine design options, considering supercharged and unsupercharged units for various models.13th Jun 1934Box 126 \ 1  scan0127
Valve lift diagram for a Graham Paige Custom Eight engine, showing lift and velocity against camshaft degrees.21th Jun 1934Box 126 \ 1  scan0128
Confirming a conversation about fitting a Graham supercharger to a Bentley engine.15th Jun 1934Box 126 \ 1  scan0129
Procurement of a blower, arranging payment, and noting its price.21th Jun 1934Box 126 \ 1  scan0130
Request to obtain an additional Graham-Paige Supercharger unit for parallel bench and road testing.19th Jun 1934Box 126 \ 1  scan0131
Letter to J.S. Inskip in New York concerning a payment for a blower, parts from Kishline, and the arrival of a Cadillac.21th Jun 1934Box 126 \ 1  scan0132
Letter to Graham-Paige Motors regarding rig tests and analysis of a supercharger unit for a Graham Custom 8.21th Jun 1934Box 126 \ 1  scan0133
Performance tests on a Graham Supercharger and requesting an order for worms with specific speed ratios.5th Jul 1934Box 126 \ 1  scan0134
Letter from Graham-Paige Motors Corporation regarding the forwarding of a complete blower unit.9th Jul 1934Box 126 \ 1  scan0135
Request to refit the blower to a Graham Car after the completion of drawings for its supercharger parts.12th Jul 1934Box 126 \ 1  scan0136


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