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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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Booking in of a Dunlop steel studded outer cover for a Daimler chassis.16th Sep 1912Box 126 \ 4  scan0048
Request to source a piston with rings and a gudgeon pin for a 38 HP 6 Cylinder Daimler.5th Jun 1913Box 126 \ 4  scan0049
Comparing front axle pivot inclinations on Napier, Daimler, and Peerless cars regarding steering wobble.22th Oct 1913Box 126 \ 4  scan0050
Inquiry regarding the completion of work on a Daimler car to close the associated order.22th Jan 1914Box 126 \ 4  scan0051
Completion status of work on a Daimler car, with handwritten responses.21th Apr 1914Box 126 \ 4  scan0052
The inability to identify a Daimler car and requesting a completion sheet for charging.22th Apr 1914Box 126 \ 4  scan0053
Daimler Car X.432, its readiness for experiments, and the status of an order for its potential sale.8th May 1914Box 126 \ 4  scan0054
Private and confidential memo regarding the potential sale of Daimler, Wolseley, and Lanchester cars.14th Jul 1914Box 126 \ 4  scan0055
Sale and retention of old cars including a Daimler, Wolseley and Lanchester.17th Jul 1914Box 126 \ 4  scan0056
Letter seeking instructions on the sale of a 38 HP Daimler car purchased in 1911.21th Jul 1914Box 126 \ 4  scan0057
Confidential memo requesting the HP and other particulars for the sale of a Daimler Car X432.22th Jul 1914Box 126 \ 4  scan0058
Full particulars of Daimler Car X.432 for potential sale.23th Jul 1914Box 126 \ 4  scan0059
Follow-up letter enquiring about the particulars of a Daimler Car (X.432) for a second-hand sale.16th Nov 1914Box 126 \ 4  scan0060
The registration number for a 38hp Daimler in the Experimental Department.3rd Dec 1914Box 126 \ 4  scan0061
The registration number and plates for a 38 HP Daimler.4th Dec 1914Box 126 \ 4  scan0062
Internal query regarding the fitting of black number plates to a 38-HP Daimler experimental department car.9th Dec 1914Box 126 \ 4  scan0063
Request for an official order to paint new registered numbers on a 38 HP Daimler car.10th Dec 1914Box 126 \ 4  scan0064
Particulars for a Daimler Car, with a handwritten reply.10th Dec 1914Box 126 \ 4  scan0065
Follow-up letter requesting particulars for the sale of a Daimler Car X.432.11th Dec 1914Box 126 \ 4  scan0066
In reply to a query, providing details of a 1912 38 HP 6 cylinder Daimler car.4th Feb 1915Box 126 \ 4  scan0067
Internal request for particulars about a Daimler car.5th Feb 1915Box 126 \ 4  scan0068
Short memo confirming the readiness to send a Daimler car and asking for a convenient time.8th Feb 1915Box 126 \ 4  scan0069
Requesting information on the condition of a Daimler car for a trial run.16th Jul 1915Box 126 \ 4  scan0070
Despatch of a Daimler car.20th Jul 1915Box 126 \ 4  scan0071
Confirming the arrangement to dispatch a Daimler car to the Sales department.20th Jul 1915Box 126 \ 4  scan0072
Specification and condition report for a Daimler motor car.21th Jul 1915Box 126 \ 4  scan0073
Letter confirming arrangements to transport a Daimler car by train to London.28th Jul 1915Box 126 \ 4  scan0074
Repair order detailing the transport of a Daimler car by train to the London Conduit Street address.28th Jul 1915Box 126 \ 4  scan0075
Summary of prices and a table of dimensions for various chassis types and models.6th Mar 1931Box 126 \ 4  scan0076
Request to obtain a Daimler with a Fluid Flywheel for a comparative test against a Maybach change.6th Mar 1931Box 126 \ 4  scan0077
Meeting notes from St. Albans discussing trials of a Maybach clutch, a Daimler car with a Wilson gearbox, and a 25 HP car.13th Mar 1931Box 126 \ 4  scan0078
Summary of a conference discussing the Japan III gearbox, Maybach gearbox, Phantom 11 plugs, and shock absorbers.13th Jan 1931Box 126 \ 4  scan0079
Minutes discussing Phantom II subframes and starter issues, testing Young batteries, and the cost of the Japan III model.13th Jan 1931Box 126 \ 4  scan0080
Comparing the dimensions of the Daimler '25' with the 25.R-R and Long Chassis Phantom II.4th May 1934Box 126 \ 4  scan0081
Short note expressing a desire to test drive a Daimler car.5th May 1934Box 126 \ 4  scan0082
Performance and weight comparison between an 8-cylinder 25-HP Daimler and a 25-HP Rolls-Royce limousine.5th Jun 1934Box 126 \ 4  scan0083
Weight specification and calculation sheet for a 'Hooper' Enclosed Limousine No. 8009 on a Daimler Straight Eight Chassis.5th Jun 1934Box 126 \ 4  scan0084
Breakdown of the weights of components for a 20/25 HP vehicle.23th Jun 1934Box 126 \ 4  scan0085
Comparing an 8-cylinder Daimler with the forthcoming Wraith model, focusing on handling, chassis, and transmission.23th Jun 1934Box 126 \ 4  scan0086
The design of a fuel system control knob and development plans for the Wraith and Spectre models.21th May 1935Box 126 \ 4  scan0087
On the performance and price of a competitor's 15 HP Daimler saloon.21th May 1935Box 126 \ 4  scan0088
Inspection report and technical analysis of a Daimler 3½ litre chassis.26th Sep 1935Box 126 \ 4  scan0089
The design and construction of a vehicle's frame, axles, and bodywork components.26th Sep 1935Box 126 \ 4  scan0090
Engineering analysis of a vehicle's suspension, braking, aesthetics, and chassis construction.26th Sep 1935Box 126 \ 4  scan0091
Comparison of vehicle frame construction methods, contrasting riveting with spot and torch welding.26th Sep 1935Box 126 \ 4  scan0092
Description of the mounting system for a power unit, using rubber pads and screws.30th Sep 1935Box 126 \ 4  scan0093
Daimler 3½-Litre chassis as a competitor to the Bentley and Rolls-Royce models.30th Sep 1935Box 126 \ 4  scan0094
Letter from Daimler to N. Rowbotham regarding the stellite coating of exhaust valves and the naming of the new 'Double-six' model.4th Oct 1935Box 126 \ 4  scan0095
Letter to L.H. Pomeroy of The Daimler Co. Ltd. regarding the stellite treatment of exhaust valves and a meeting at Olympia.7th Oct 1935Box 126 \ 4  scan0096
Letter from Daimler Co. Ltd. to W. A. Robotham regarding a meeting at Olympia.9th Oct 1935Box 126 \ 4  scan0097
Letter to L.H. Pomeroy of The Daimler Co. Ltd. regarding the receipt of valves and arranging a meeting.18th Oct 1935Box 126 \ 4  scan0098
Letter from L. H. Pomeroy of The Daimler Co. Ltd. to W. A. Robotham rescheduling a meeting time.19th Oct 1935Box 126 \ 4  scan0099
Letter to L.H. Pomeroy of The Daimler Co. Ltd. requesting the loan of a Stromberg carburetter.24th Oct 1935Box 126 \ 4  scan0100
Private memo from Lp. to Rm. confirming a meeting with Halford and Pomeroy.30th Oct 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0101
Telegram confirming an appointment for Mr. Pomeroy of De Havilland Aircraft Co. Ltd.2nd Nov 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0102
Letter to L.H. Pomeroy of De Havilland Aircraft Co., Ltd., regarding a telegram and confirming an arrival time.4th Nov 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0103
Letter to The Daimler Motor Co. Ltd. enquiring about automatic mixture controls and carburettors.11th May 1938Box 126 \ 4  scan0104
Letter to The Daimler Co. Ltd. arranging a works visit.27th May 1938Box 126 \ 4  scan0105
Visit to the Daimler Co. Ltd. to research automatic starting carburetters.4th Jun 1938Box 126 \ 4  scan0106
Functionality of automatic carburettors and thermostat systems, comparing setups in Bentley, Daimler, and Lanchester vehicles.4th Jun 1938Box 126 \ 4  scan0107
Various forms of automatic chokes for carburetters, including Stromberg models and electrically operated thermostats.4th Jun 1938Box 126 \ 4  scan0108
Road test report for the 4-Litre Straight Eight Daimler Saloon.14th Apr 1939Box 126 \ 4  scan0109
Road test report and specifications for the 30 HP 4-Litre Straight Eight Daimler Saloon.14th Apr 1939Box 126 \ 4  scan0110
With handwritten notes regarding a Daimler car equipped with experimental air spring suspension.29th Oct 1940Box 126 \ 4  scan0111
Letter from the Managing Director arranging a meeting to view a supercharger test model.29th Oct 1940Box 126 \ 4  scan0112
Short memo regarding the expected delivery of a Chevrolet vehicle.6th Apr 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0113
Confirming arrangements to fetch a Chevrolet car on a specific date.25th Apr 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0114
Arranging a Bentley for Chevrolet's Chief Engineer to test.28th Apr 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0115
Letter discussing Bentley valve stretching, wide plug gaps, and tappet clearance experiments.28th Apr 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0116
Letter to Mr. Taub regarding the arrangement of a car for the weekend.29th Apr 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0117
Confirming an order for a piston with rings and an exhaust system for a Chevrolet.30th Apr 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0118
Request to obtain one piston with rings and a complete exhaust system for a Chevrolet car.30th Apr 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0119
Arrangements to lend a car to a Mr. Taub for the weekend.5th May 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0120
Insights from Chevrolet's Chief Engineer, Mr. Taub, on engine design, including manifolds, spark plugs, and crankcase stiffening.2nd May 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0121
Report discussing crankcase rigidity, flywheel bearings, and engine mounting designs.2nd May 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0122
Flywheel balancing methods and improvements to valves and valve seats, with reference to Chevrolet practices.2nd May 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0123
Notes on valve noise, camshaft stoning, valve springs, camshaft pitting, exhaust manifolds, and oil temperature control.2nd May 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0124
Letter to A. Taub requesting to acquire a new Chevrolet engine and to view Vauxhall's shot-blasting setup.4th May 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0125
Letter from Vauxhall Motors providing feedback on a 3 1/2 litre Bentley and requesting technical data.5th May 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0126
Letter from Vauxhall Motors discussing engine components for Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, and Vauxhall vehicles.7th May 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0127
Letter from Alex Taub to Mr. Robotham regarding confidentiality and a query about exhaust valve materials for Opel.7th May 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0128
Letter on Vauxhall Motors letterhead from Walter D. Appel to Mr. Robotham, thanking him for a recent visit to Derby.13th May 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0129
Letter to A. Taub of Vauxhall Motors regarding a drawing of a 20/25 tank engine.14th May 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0130
Letter to Vauxhall Motors discussing a Chevrolet engine, blue prints, and the switch from silchrome steel to KE-965 austenitic steel for exhaust valves.15th May 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0131
Letter discussing silent valve gear, Chevrolet camshafts, and a request for experimental piston rings.15th May 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0132
Specification sheet detailing the chemical composition of two types of valve materials, S.80 and KE-965.18th May 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0133
Letter from Vauxhall Motors Ltd to Mr. E.W. Hines regarding an upcoming visit.18th May 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0134
Letter to Walter D. Appel of Vauxhall Motors Ltd., thanking him for his letter and visit.20th May 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0135
Typed memo requesting an official order be placed with Messrs. Pass & Joyce for parts supplied for a Chevrolet car.21th May 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0136
Paper on the application and development of resilient mountings for automotive engines to reduce vibration.1st Sep 1933Box 126 \ 4  scan0137
Paper on engine design from a maintenance viewpoint, discussing cylinder wear from dust, the importance of air cleaners, and the need for designers to be informed by real-world conditions.1st Apr 1934Box 126 \ 4  scan0138
The elimination of secondary vibrations and engine roughness in various engine configurations.1st Apr 1934Box 126 \ 4  scan0139
Study on engine vibration frequency and the location of the principal axis of rotation, with associated calculations, diagrams, and data.1st Apr 1934Box 126 \ 4  scan0140
Article from a journal discussing various types of resilient engine mountings and their performance characteristics.1st Apr 1934Box 126 \ 4  scan0141
Journal article discussing engine vibration, crankcase deflection, and various types of resilient rubber mountings for vehicles.1st Apr 1934Box 126 \ 4  scan0142
Article from the S.A.E. Journal discussing resilient engine mountings, dynamic balance, and material considerations.1st Apr 1934Box 126 \ 4  scan0143
Article from the S.A.E. Journal discussing the principles of resilient engine mountings and their relationship to combustion smoothness.1st Apr 1934Box 126 \ 4  scan0144
Letter from Barnes-Gibson-Raymond, Inc. outlining their practice in the design and manufacture of valve springs.18th May 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0145
Valve spring design, surge analysis, stress calculations, and wire material sourcing.18th May 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0146
Letter detailing the manufacturing process and treatment of valve springs.18th May 1936Box 126 \ 4  scan0147


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