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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 Peto & Radford to A.F.N. Motors Ltd. arranging the loan of a Type 320 car for a week.24th Mar 1941Box 126 \ 3  scan0124
Letter from Peto & Radford concerning a deal involving two B.M.W. cars and the potential sale of one to W.A. Rowbotham.21th Apr 1941Box 126 \ 3  scan0125
Secret memo regarding a failed attempt to borrow a BMW car.22th Apr 1941Box 126 \ 3  scan0126
Brief letter to Mr. Minchin informing him that a B.M.W. they went to collect had already been sold.28th Apr 1941Box 126 \ 3  scan0127
Letter from Peto & Radford regarding a misunderstanding over the sale of a B.M.W. car.23th Apr 1941Box 126 \ 3  scan0128
Short, humorous typed note blaming Hitler for postal issues concerning the sale of a car.19th Jan 1939Box 126 \ 3  scan0129
Road test report on two cars, B.24.AW and a B.11, detailing performance issues and resolutions.24th Apr 1941Box 126 \ 3  scan0130
Letter from Nash & Thompson discussing engine detonation issues, also known as pinking, in a car.29th Apr 1941Box 126 \ 3  scan0131
Letter discussing engine pinking issues and suggesting modifications for a Bentley.29th Apr 1941Box 126 \ 3  scan0132
Page 3 of a letter discussing engine responsiveness in second speed and the issue of detonation.27th May 1941Box 126 \ 3  scan0133
Letter to W.A. Robotham concerning the sale of a 4¼ litre car and the acquisition of a new B.M.W.27th May 1941Box 126 \ 3  scan0134
Letter to Captain Frazer-Nash of Messrs. Nash & Thompson, Ltd., regarding a distributor and governor.28th May 1941Box 126 \ 3  scan0135
Letter from Peto & Radford to W.A. Robotham arranging a meeting on the 26th.20th Jun 1941Box 126 \ 3  scan0136
Letter to a customer about the unavailability of a spare distributor and the proposed solution.22th Jun 1941Box 126 \ 3  scan0137
Letter from A. Frazer-Nash requesting to borrow a distributor complete with a governor from Derby.5th Jun 1941Box 126 \ 3  scan0138
Arranging a trial of a Frazer-Nash car, highlighting its radiator shutters.20th Jun 1941Box 126 \ 3  scan0139
Article from 'The Automobile Engineer' magazine describing the Frazer Nash-B.M.W. 2-Litre Chassis.1st Oct 1936Box 126 \ 3  scan0140
General arrangement drawing of the Frazer Nash-B.M.W. 2-litre engine.1st Oct 1936Box 126 \ 3  scan0141
Technical description of the Frazer Nash-B.M.W. 2-litre Chassis, including details on the engine, clutch, and gearbox.1st Oct 1936Box 126 \ 3  scan0142
Technical review and road test report on the Frazer Nash-B.M.W. 2-litre model, extracted from 'The Autocar'.1st Oct 1936Box 126 \ 3  scan0143
Descriptive page on the Frazer Nash-B.M.W. 2-litre Chassis, detailing the rear axle, front axle, steering, and suspension systems.1st Oct 1936Box 126 \ 3  scan0144
Diagrams showing the general arrangement of the rear axle, brake, and front wheel suspension.20th Mar 1936Box 126 \ 3  scan0145
Letter from André Dubonnet to Mr. Hives arranging a demonstration of his new car with a rear engine and independent suspension.20th Mar 1936Box 126 \ 3  scan0146
Letter to A. Dubonnet arranging a car comparison test at Weybridge, near Brooklands Track.21th Mar 1936Box 126 \ 3  scan0147
Letter from André Dubonnet to Mr. Robotham enclosing an official report of tests on a streamlined car.31th Mar 1936Box 126 \ 3  scan0148
Report from the Automobile Club de France on comparative speed and fuel consumption tests between two automobiles.23th Mar 1936Box 126 \ 3  scan0149
Performance comparison report between a stock car and a Dubonnet streamlined car at the Autodrome of Linas-Montlhery.24th Mar 1936Box 126 \ 3  scan0150
Fuel consumption and speed trial results for a stock car versus a Dubonnet Stream-lined car.24th Mar 1936Box 126 \ 3  scan0151
The Brooklands track test of the Dubonnet car, focusing on its general layout and the effects of streamlining.6th Apr 1936Box 126 \ 3  scan0152
Benefits of vehicle streamlining, public perception, and a proposal for wind tunnel research.6th Apr 1936Box 126 \ 3  scan0153
Comparison of horsepower required and acceleration improvements due to streamlining for a Bentley and a Dubonnet car.6th Apr 1936Box 126 \ 3  scan0154
French magazine article from 'La Vie Automobile' featuring the new Adler-Trumpf special for autostrades.7th Apr 1936Box 126 \ 3  scan0155
Comparative analysis of performance figures for a Ford and a Dubonnet vehicle, provided by M. Dubonnet.7th Apr 1936Box 126 \ 3  scan0156
Confirmation of an agreement to purchase a monocoque Morris for £150.29th Oct 1940Box 126 \ 3  scan0157
Request to inspect the Monoconque Morris car before it is dismantled.31th Oct 1940Box 126 \ 3  scan0158
Comparing the Morris 8 HP car with competitors like the Standard and Vauxhall, and considering post-war production of a small car.18th Nov 1940Box 126 \ 3  scan0159
Petty cash refund request for the purchase of water hoses for Vauxhall and Morris cars.26th Nov 1940Box 126 \ 3  scan0160
Requesting to test drive a Monococque Morris car before it is dismantled.31th Oct 1940Box 126 \ 3  scan0161
Request for a weight analysis and diagrammatic sketch of Morris and Vauxhall engines and gearboxes.30th Mar 1941Box 126 \ 3  scan0162
Power curve graph for U.P.H.W. engine No. 6952-2 comparing different carburettor configurations.7th May 1941Box 126 \ 3  scan0163
Material costs and labour for repairs to a Morris 8 HP vehicle following an accident.7th May 1941Box 126 \ 3  scan0164
Letter to Morris Ltd. providing details of top fixing brackets for a Radiator Centre.9th May 1941Box 126 \ 3  scan0165
Request for a report on the running of Studebaker, Vauxhall, Morris, and Austin cars, with a focus on Vauxhall failures.28th May 1941Box 126 \ 3  scan0166
Technical review and comments on an 8 HP Morris car, model HPH.666.4th Jun 1941Box 126 \ 3  scan0167
Comparative road test report on a vehicle's brakes, steering, suspension, and performance.4th Jun 1941Box 126 \ 3  scan0168
Petrol consumption data and specifications for a 4-cylinder engine.4th Jun 1941Box 126 \ 3  scan0169
Specification sheet detailing vehicle components, measurements, and weights.4th Jun 1941Box 126 \ 3  scan0170
Design of a rear spring anchorage for a Morris 8.3rd Mar 1942Box 126 \ 3  scan0171
With photographs showing a rear road spring anchorage failure on a Morris 8 HP car after 12013 miles.18th Mar 1942Box 126 \ 3  scan0172
Photograph of a vehicle's rear leaf spring suspension, axle, and wheel assembly from underneath.17th Jul 1935Box 126 \ 3  scan0173
Photograph of the rear axle and suspension assembly from underneath a vehicle.17th Jul 1935Box 126 \ 3  scan0174
Photograph of the underside of a vehicle showing the chassis, leaf spring suspension, and a wheel, supported by a jack.17th Jul 1935Box 126 \ 3  scan0175
Underside view of the rear axle and leaf spring suspension assembly.17th Jul 1935Box 126 \ 3  scan0176
Dynamometer test results for a Silent Knight Daimler Car No. 5880.18th Jan 1910Box 126 \ 4  scan0001
Horsepower dynamometer test results for a 38-HP Daimler 'Silent-Knight' car under various conditions.8th Apr 1910Box 126 \ 4  scan0002
Notes detailing the specifications of the carburettor for the Daimler 'Silent Knight' engine.8th Apr 1910Box 126 \ 4  scan0003
Notes on engine components including extra air pedal, cylinder, sleeve, and piston ring specifications.8th Apr 1910Box 126 \ 4  scan0004
Specifications for a piston and associated rings, including dimensions and clearances.26th Apr 1910Box 126 \ 4  scan0005
With diagrams for valve timing and ignition for a 38 HP Daimler engine.26th Apr 1910Box 126 \ 4  scan0006
Hand-drawn schematic of a Daimler silencer with specifications.24th Jan 1910Box 126 \ 4  scan0007
Test drive of a competitor's vehicle, the 22 HP Knight-Daimler.3rd Jun 1910Box 126 \ 4  scan0008
Letter to Claude Johnson regarding engine performance, comparing Siddeley engines to a piston valve design.3rd Jun 1910Box 126 \ 4  scan0009
Letter to The Automotor Journal asking for confirmation on the design of a new 6-cylinder Daimler motor.17th Nov 1910Box 126 \ 4  scan0010
Inquiry into Daimler's method for curing crankshaft vibration, noting its similarity to a previous Rolls-Royce design.21th Nov 1910Box 126 \ 4  scan0011
Royal Automobile Club certificate of performance detailing a series of tests on a 'New' Daimler engine.7th Apr 1909Box 126 \ 4  scan0012
Certificate of performance and test results for a 'New' Daimler engine, including bench and road tests.7th Apr 1909Box 126 \ 4  scan0013
Letter regarding the market perception of Knight chassis and a report of a competitor's chassis breakdown.31th May 1911Box 126 \ 4  scan0014
Test report on a 1911 Daimler 38 HP 6 cylinder car.1st Sep 1911Box 126 \ 4  scan0015
Test notes for a Daimler vehicle, covering performance and handling.13th Apr 1911Box 126 \ 4  scan0016
Test report on a 38HP 6-cylinder Silent Knight Daimler car.6th Sep 1911Box 126 \ 4  scan0017
Departmental memo regarding arrangements to take possession of a Daimler car left by Mr. Bolton.27th Dec 1911Box 126 \ 4  scan0018
Departmental memo discussing the acquisition of a Daimler car to research axle and worm drive technology.8th Jan 1912Box 126 \ 4  scan0019
Acquisition of a Daimler car to research axle and worm drive technology for high horsepower transmission.9th Jan 1912Box 126 \ 4  scan0020
Dynamometer test results for a chassis, including engine speed, horsepower, and consumption.9th Jan 1912Box 126 \ 4  scan0021
Test report on a Daimler Axle.21th Feb 1912Box 126 \ 4  scan0022
Blank pre-printed form for tracking an article or job through various stages.22th Dec 1911Box 126 \ 4  scan0023
Test results for a Daimler worm-driven axle, recording temperature and max horsepower over time.22th Dec 1911Box 126 \ 4  scan0024
Meeting minutes discussing a proposal to investigate the 57 HP Daimler axle.17th Jan 1912Box 126 \ 4  scan0025
Dynamometer test results for a 6 Cylinder Knight Daimler chassis.1st Feb 1912Box 126 \ 4  scan0026
Power tests with a 38 HP 'Silent Knight' Daimler Car, fitted with an R-R silencer.3rd Feb 1912Box 126 \ 4  scan0027
Outlining information requested by Mr Royce concerning a Daimler worm axle.3rd Feb 1912Box 126 \ 4  scan0028
Official order for oil used by Daimler, which has already been received.28th Mar 1912Box 126 \ 4  scan0029
Potential sale of a 38 HP 6 Cylinder Daimler car taken in part-payment.11th Apr 1912Box 126 \ 4  scan0030
Departmental memo concerning the disposal of a Daimler chassis after experiments.30th Apr 1912Box 126 \ 4  scan0031
To Mr. Platford regarding an enquiry about a 38.HP Daimler, awaiting a reply from Mr. Royce.1st May 1912Box 126 \ 4  scan0032
Request to arrange for additional tackle to be made to adapt an engine test rig for a Daimler engine.3rd Jun 1912Box 126 \ 4  scan0033
Letter from F.H. Royce to Claude Johnson regarding the investigation of sleeve engines.26th Jun 1912Box 126 \ 4  scan0034
Request to arrange insurance for a Daimler car hired out to Saddler.16th Jul 1912Box 126 \ 4  scan0035
Departmental memo regarding an insurance cover note for a Daimler car taken by Saddler.24th Jul 1912Box 126 \ 4  scan0036
Departmental memo discussing a report on the slow running of a Daimler Knight engine, noting weaknesses and the importance of even compression.1st Aug 1912Box 126 \ 4  scan0037
The slow running performance and testing of a Daimler engine, comparing different carburettors and ignition components.1st Aug 1912Box 126 \ 4  scan0038
Technical note stating that engines which hold their compression best are the best for slow running.1st Aug 1912Box 126 \ 4  scan0039
Report on the slow running of a Daimler engine, focusing on plug position and carburettor adjustments.1st Aug 1912Box 126 \ 4  scan0040
Report on the slow running of a Daimler Knight-type engine, discussing test results and carburettor adjustments.1st Aug 1912Box 126 \ 4  scan0041
Attached sheet from Saddler for the loan of a Daimler car.16th Aug 1912Box 126 \ 4  scan0042
Instruction note specifying the bore and stroke dimensions for a Daimler engine.23th Apr 1912Box 126 \ 4  scan0043
Letter to Mr Johnson arranging for Mr Royce to try Daimler and Napier cars during a visit to the works.10th Sep 1912Box 126 \ 4  scan0044
Departmental memo regarding arrangements to test drive Daimler and Napier cars for Mr Royce.10th Sep 1912Box 126 \ 4  scan0045
Mr. Royce's complaints about not seeing competitor chassis and new frame designs, with plans to provide him with test cars.11th Sep 1912Box 126 \ 4  scan0046
Mr. Royce's instructions for testing different vehicle frames.11th Sep 1912Box 126 \ 4  scan0047


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