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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 of inquiry regarding the application of a 'Non bend back' chain, its advantages, and thermal expansion properties.13th Nov 1936Box 128 \ 3  scan0155
Letter to Renold & Coventry Chain Co. Ltd. requesting drawings for a self-adjusting Sprocket Tensioner.13th Nov 1936Box 128 \ 3  scan0156
Incompatibility of Parsons chains with Phantom III front wheels, particularly those fitted with discs.26th Jan 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0157
Issue of fitting snow chains on Bentley chassis equipped with wheel discs.1st Feb 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0158
Impossibility of fitting non-skid chains to the front wheels of the Phantom III.2nd Feb 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0159
The fitment of non-skid chains on a Phantom III and other vehicles.3rd Feb 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0160
The fitting of non-skid chains to Bentley and R.R. chassis, with and without wheel discs.3rd Feb 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0161
Use of non-skid chains on the front wheels of Phantom III and 25/30 models.3rd Feb 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0162
Assessment on the feasibility of fitting non-skid chains to the front wheels of Cadillac, Chevrolet, and Packard cars.4th Feb 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0163
Request to send an official order to The Parsons Chain Co. Ltd. for two pairs of chains.9th Mar 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0164
Proposal to move the rear jack brackets backwards to enable chains to be fitted, with a request for testing.10th Mar 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0165
Suggesting to test new, perpetually tensioned Phantom III snow chains on a Bentley to avoid modifying the jack pad position.11th Mar 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0166
Advice note regarding the collection of two sets of Parsons chains.12th Mar 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0167
Letter to The Parsons Chain Co. Ltd. requesting a pair of chains for a Bentley wheel, to be adjusted as on the Phantom III.12th Mar 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0168
Request to send an official order for a pair of special De Luxe chains for a Bentley.3rd Mar 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0169
Supply and ordering of special snow chains from Parsons.17th Mar 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0170
On the design and testing of special snow chains for the P.III, Bentley, and 25/30 HP models.17th Mar 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0171
Technical note on the use and specification of special front wheel chains for Bentley and 25/30 HP models.17th Mar 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0172
Photograph of two wheels fitted with Dunlop Fort tyres and snow chains, showing the front and back view.22th Mar 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0173
Letter to The Parsons Chain Co. Ltd. requesting special DL chains for 25/30 HP cars.22th Mar 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0174
The procurement of snow chains and the need to update instruction books for various chassis models.22th Mar 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0175
Whether to stock Parsons' snow chains or have customers obtain them from the manufacturers.23th Mar 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0176
Request to send an official order to The Parsons Chain Co. Ltd. for two special de Luxe Chains for a 25/30 HP chassis.23th Mar 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0177
Supply of de Luxe snow chains for the 25/30.HP, Phantom III, and Bentley models.23th Mar 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0178
Typed memorandum regarding the supply of snow chains from the Parsons Chain Company for all chassis, particularly the Phantom III model.24th Mar 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0179
Fitting of new snow chains on P.III, Bentley, and 25/30 models.25th Mar 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0180
Invoice from Parsons Chain Co. Ltd. for two pairs of chains.2nd Apr 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0181
Clearance checks for a new pattern of snow chain on Experimental Phantom III cars.9th Apr 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0182
Letter to a chain supplier inquiring about chain stretch on an experimental overhead camshaft engine.23th Apr 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0183
Follow-up letter to J. Weller Esq. regarding the delivery status of an order for tensioners.26th Apr 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0184
Minimum clearance of 1.5' between the tyre and wing to allow for the use of special snow chains.26th May 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0185
Special chains made to fit disc wheels and the use of tensioners.23th Sep 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0186
Request to send an official order to Parsons Chain Co. for a pair of Special Bentley De-Luxe Chains.3rd Nov 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0187
Internal request to order two special R.R. de Luxe chains suitable for 6.50 x 17 tyres.28th Jan 1938Box 128 \ 3  scan0188
Customer's issue with Parsons Non-Skid Chains causing damage, leading to a revised fitting recommendation.16th Jan 1939Box 128 \ 3  scan0189
Recommendation for fitting Parsons Non-Skid Chains to rear wheels only.17th Jan 1939Box 128 \ 3  scan0190
Confirmation of a telephone order for a pair of De Luxe Parsons chains to be collected in person.16th May 1939Box 128 \ 3  scan0191
Letter to The Morse Chain Co. Ltd. regarding a camshaft drive chain for an experimental engine.13th Jul 1939Box 128 \ 3  scan0192
Letter from The Morse Chain Company Limited proposing a meeting to clarify points.15th Jul 1939Box 128 \ 3  scan0193
Letter from the Experimental Dept. to The Morse Chain Co. Ltd. regarding a delayed appointment.18th Jul 1939Box 128 \ 3  scan0194
Letter from Morse Chain Company Limited regarding a proposed visit to Rolls-Royce.18th Jul 1939Box 128 \ 3  scan0195
Letter to The Morse Chain Company Limited arranging a meeting with their representative.20th Jul 1939Box 128 \ 3  scan0196
Letter from The Morse Chain Company Limited confirming a meeting.22th Jul 1939Box 128 \ 3  scan0197
Drawing of a Morse 1/2' pitch, -1866N- type chain on a 19T sprocket, shown at 10 times size.20th May 1938Box 128 \ 3  scan0198
Letter from Morse Chain Company regarding chain tests for the 'Bentley 60' model.27th Jul 1939Box 128 \ 3  scan0199
Provision of non-skid ladder chains for different tyre sizes.24th Nov 1940Box 128 \ 3  scan0200
The dispatch of a wheel on loan to Parsons Chain Co. for non-skid chain fitting.3rd Dec 1940Box 128 \ 3  scan0201
File cover for a Lancia Aprilia car.3rd Dec 1940Box 128 \ 3  scan0202
Promotional brochure for the Aprilia car, detailing its key specifications.3rd Dec 1940Box 128 \ 3  scan0203
Specification document for the Lancia Aprilia model.3rd Dec 1940Box 128 \ 3  scan0204
Brochure for the Lancia Aprilia long wheelbase chassis, detailing its features and specifications.3rd Dec 1940Box 128 \ 3  scan0205
Specification sheet for the Lancia Aprilia, detailing its principal characteristics and features.29th Jun 1910Box 128 \ 3  scan0206
To Mr. Johnson regarding issues with the Wolseley Central Brake attachment and comparing it to a superior floating fulcrum design.29th Jun 1910Box 128 \ 3  scan0207
Comparison of brake fitting and actuation methods, contrasting the Wolseley method with the R.R. arrangement.1st Feb 1940Box 128 \ 3  scan0208
Illustrations of a rear brake drum assembly, shown mounted to the chassis and axle.29th Jun 1910Box 128 \ 3  scan0209
Wolseley Central Brake system, referencing a past accident and comparing it to their own design.6th Jul 1910Box 128 \ 3  scan0210
Comparison of engine vibration between their own six-cylinder engine and those of Wolseley and Daimler.26th Jul 1911Box 128 \ 3  scan0211
Typed note regarding being behind the times on vibration investigations.26th Jul 1911Box 128 \ 3  scan0212
Diagram and description of an oil filter, possibly from 'The Autocar' publication.28th Oct 1912Box 128 \ 3  scan0213
Telegram regarding a Wolseley car and chassis number 2301.15th Dec 1912Box 128 \ 3  scan0214
Responding to a telegram concerning a Wolseley car.6th Feb 1914Box 128 \ 3  scan0215
Responding to a telegram about a Wolseley car.9th Feb 1914Box 128 \ 3  scan0216
Quoting a telegraph about the status and use of company cars for testing purposes.19th Feb 1914Box 128 \ 3  scan0217
Comparing the springing of a Wolseley car against a Daimler, finding the Wolseley's performance abominable.15th Apr 1914Box 128 \ 3  scan0218
The collection and testing of a Wolseley car's springing.20th Apr 1914Box 128 \ 3  scan0219
Confidential letter requesting a Wolseley car be brought to Derby for springing tests.20th Apr 1914Box 128 \ 3  scan0220
Arrangement to collect a Wolseley car from Cricklewood for experimental work desired by Mr Royce.21th Apr 1914Box 128 \ 3  scan0221
Authorisation to pay one sovereign for expenses to collect an experimental car from Cricklewood.22th Apr 1914Box 128 \ 3  scan0222
Instruction note requesting a special order for work on a Wolseley car.24th Apr 1914Box 128 \ 3  scan0223
Providing the order number for work on a Wolseley Car.27th Apr 1914Box 128 \ 3  scan0224
Request to the Shipping Department to despatch an Experimental Car's Landaulet body and parts to Messrs. Barkers.30th Jun 1914Box 128 \ 3  scan0225
Private and confidential memo regarding testing and the potential sale of Wolseley, Daimler, and Lanchester cars.14th Jul 1914Box 128 \ 3  scan0226
Sale and retention of several old cars including a Daimler, Wolseley, and Lanchester.17th Jul 1914Box 128 \ 3  scan0227
The sale of a Wolseley Car, X.1130, from the Experimental Department.21th Jul 1914Box 128 \ 3  scan0228
Instructions to send a Wolseley car chassis to Cockshoots of Manchester for a new body to be fitted.22th Jul 1914Box 128 \ 3  scan0229
Private and confidential memo regarding the dispatch of a Wolseley car chassis to Messrs Cockshoots of Manchester.23th Jul 1914Box 128 \ 3  scan0230
To the Shipping Department regarding the despatch of a Wolseley Chassis X.1130 to Messrs Cockshoots.30th Jul 1914Box 128 \ 3  scan0231
Letter regarding the sale of a second-hand Wolseley chassis previously used for experimentation.1st Aug 1914Box 128 \ 3  scan0232
Inquiry regarding the status and location of a secondhand landaulet body for a Wolseley car.8th Jan 1915Box 128 \ 3  scan0233
Requesting information about a Wolseley Car, with a handwritten response detailing the tests performed on the chassis.12th Oct 1915Box 128 \ 3  scan0234
Agreements with the Wolseley Company regarding direct communication, camshaft production, and engine design.5th Apr 1918Box 128 \ 3  scan0235
Agreement outlining terms for Wolseley and Vickers regarding unpatented design features and material testing for aero engines.5th Apr 1918Box 128 \ 3  scan0236
Of agreement concerning engine destructive testing, manufacturing processes with Wolseley's, and nameplate design.5th Apr 1918Box 128 \ 3  scan0237
Agenda for a conference with Mr. McCormack regarding engine manufacturing and supply collaboration with Wolseley.5th Apr 1918Box 128 \ 3  scan0238
Quality of a 15-HP Humber car and comparing it with other small cars like the Wolseley.7th Mar 1921Box 128 \ 3  scan0239
Short telegram message proposing a change of meeting day to Wolseley Motors.19th Aug 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0240
Telegram to Gryll's Rolls Royce in Derby confirming an arrangement for Thursday.19th Aug 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0241
Letter to R. Cordey of Wolseley Motors Ltd. confirming a meeting arrangement.20th Aug 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0242
Letter to Wolsey Motors regarding an axle test rig and sending an arrangement drawing of a Bentley rear axle.26th Aug 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0243
Letter from Wolseley Motors Ltd. enclosing a photograph of the Axle Testing Machine.26th Aug 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0244
Letter to Wolseley Motors Ltd. concerning a visit to their works to sketch an apparatus.28th Aug 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0245
Visit to Wolseley Motors to inspect their rear axle test rig and a recommendation to build a similar one.30th Aug 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0246
Photograph of a Wolseley rear axle test rig in a workshop.2nd Sep 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0247
Letter to Wolsey Motors inquiring about the cost and failure order of an axle rig.2nd Sep 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0248
Letter from Morris Motors regarding a rear axle testing rig and axle failures.7th Sep 1937Box 128 \ 3  scan0249
Requesting an order to be passed to Borg & Beck for a driven plate assembly.1st Sep 1936Box 129 \ 1  scan0001
Letter to Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. requesting a 10' driven plate for testing and urging about two special 11' clutches.1st Sep 1936Box 129 \ 1  scan0002
Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding clutch facings and despatching clutches on order.2nd Sep 1936Box 129 \ 1  scan0003
Letter to Messrs. Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. regarding a reduction in thrust spring load for the Ph.III clutch.8th Sep 1936Box 129 \ 1  scan0004
Standardisation of parts form for an 11' Borg & Beck Clutch.19th Aug 1936Box 129 \ 1  scan0005


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