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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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Telegraphic request for carpet material for a dashboard body.17th Feb 1938Box 132 \ 3  scan0171
Scheme for a pressed sheet metal dashboard for the Bentley 111 and 50.12th Mar 1938Box 132 \ 3  scan0172
The dashboard and body brackets for the Bentley 111, specifically a new mounting scheme.23th Mar 1938Box 132 \ 3  scan0173
Blueprints for a pressed steel dashboard for the Bentley III and Bentley 50 chassis.24th Mar 1938Box 132 \ 3  scan0174
Advantages and savings of using a sheet metal dash on the body for Bentley III & 50 models.23th Apr 1938Box 132 \ 3  scan0175
Scheme for mounting the dashboard and floorboards to insulate them from the chassis frame, reducing noise and movement.23th Apr 1938Box 132 \ 3  scan0176
Scheme for fittings on the dashboard for Bentley models 111 and 50, detailing their placement and removability.9th May 1938Box 132 \ 3  scan0177
Relocation of the windscreen wiper motor on the Bentley III dashboard.20th Jul 1938Box 132 \ 3  scan0178
Modification of the Bijur pump attachment for the Bentley III and Bentley 50 dashboard.27th May 1938Box 132 \ 3  scan0179
Methods for sound-insulating a sheet metal dash using plastic material and felt.18th Jun 1938Box 132 \ 3  scan0180
Instructions for a modification to the dashboard on Bentley 111 and 50 models to assist with accelerator pedal assembly.2nd Sep 1938Box 132 \ 3  scan0181
Modification scheme for a gastight joint on the steering column for the Bentley 3 and 50 dashboard.8th Sep 1938Box 132 \ 3  scan0182
Alteration of dashboards on the Phantom III and Bentley III to fit a Lucas screen wiper.28th Oct 1938Box 132 \ 3  scan0183
Standardization of screen wiper brackets for the Wraith, Bentley, and P.lll chassis.14th Oct 1938Box 132 \ 3  scan0184
Scheme for adding finger grooves and a stiffener to the dashboard for Bentley and Wraith models.17th Nov 1938Box 132 \ 3  scan0185
Part replacements and requirements for the Wraith III dashboard and fittings.17th Nov 1938Box 132 \ 3  scan0186
Blueprints and standard parts required for dashboard and windscreen wiper fittings.17th Nov 1938Box 132 \ 3  scan0187
Dashboard layout and accessory arrangement for a Bentley 5.17th Dec 1938Box 132 \ 3  scan0188
Proposal to evaluate using sheet metal pressings instead of forgings for Bentley 5 dashboard support brackets.6th Feb 1939Box 132 \ 3  scan0189
Fitting Ceapak soundproofing to sheet metal dashboards B.5 and B.50.21th Feb 1939Box 132 \ 3  scan0190
Mock-up for sheet metal dashboards B.5 and B.50, proposing flexible metallic tubing.24th Feb 1939Box 132 \ 3  scan0191
Modification to the dashboard cutout on the Bentley 5 to improve bonnet clearance.21th Mar 1939Box 132 \ 3  scan0192
To hold work on the Bentley 5 dashboard for modification.31th Mar 1939Box 132 \ 3  scan0193
Dashboard wiring conduit scheme for the Silver Ripple 1.R.1 and Bentley 5 models.29th Apr 1939Box 132 \ 3  scan0194
Triangular mounting plate for the Bentley 5 dashboard.9th Jun 1939Box 132 \ 3  scan0195
The specifications and installation of hand choke controls for the Silver Ripple I, Silver Wraith I, and Silver Dawn I models.15th Jun 1939Box 132 \ 3  scan0196
Dashboard modifications on a Bentley 5 to accommodate a Marsden heater.5th Jul 1939Box 132 \ 3  scan0197
Experiment with Harris Bushes for the dashboard mounting on Senior Range vehicles.26th Jan 1940Box 132 \ 3  scan0198
Dashboard and fittings modifications for the Ripplet Chassis, including a list of required parts.15th Feb 1940Box 132 \ 3  scan0199
The mounting of twin coils on the dashboard for the L.H. Senior Range and the use of American heaters for U.S. models.2nd Apr 1940Box 132 \ 3  scan0200
Mounting twin Lucas coils and heater options for left-hand drive Senior Range cars for the U.S.A. market.2nd Apr 1940Box 132 \ 3  scan0201
Alteration notice for an adjusting washer, changing it from a .750 diameter to a 1.750 long elongated shape.16th May 1940Box 132 \ 3  scan0202
Best dashboard arrangement for 'the Myth' model, considering the heater, battery, and wireless.4th Oct 1940Box 132 \ 3  scan0203
Trial for a special type of rear seat cushion suggested by the Sales department.14th Mar 1930Box 132 \ 3  scan0204
Investigation of shallow air cushions for the Phantom II chassis.15th Mar 1930Box 132 \ 3  scan0205
Promotional leaflet for Paxon pneumatic car upholstery, explaining its non-compression principle.15th Mar 1930Box 132 \ 3  scan0206
Descriptive leaflet for the 'PAXON' pneumatic upholstery system.2nd May 1930Box 132 \ 3  scan0207
The construction, modification, and evaluation of a sample Paxon cushion.2nd May 1930Box 132 \ 3  scan0208
The delivery and testing of a sample Paxon cushion on experimental cars.9th May 1930Box 132 \ 3  scan0209
Returning Experimental Car 14-G-4 and sending a sample Paxon air cushion for evaluation.12th May 1930Box 132 \ 3  scan0210
Cushion springing tests for a 'Paxon' Air Cushion in a wooden base.21th May 1930Box 132 \ 3  scan0211
Data table of load versus deflection measurements in inches during loading and unloading cycles.9th Feb 1931Box 132 \ 3  scan0212
Replacing an uncomfortable pneumatic rear seat cushion on the 25-EX model to improve suspension test results.9th Feb 1931Box 132 \ 3  scan0213
Special 'Paxon' air bag rear cushion for a Park Ward body on a 25-EX chassis.11th Feb 1931Box 132 \ 3  scan0214
Letter seeking agreement on the cost for alterations to cushions being carried out by Park Ward & Co. Ltd.19th Jun 1931Box 132 \ 3  scan0215
Advantages and potential use of a latex upholstery cushion.22th Aug 1932Box 132 \ 3  scan0216
New 'Latex Upholstery Cushion' made of sorbo rubber, submitted by the Dunlop Rubber Company.22th Aug 1932Box 132 \ 3  scan0217
Experimenting with Dunlop 'Latex' upholstery, noting its disadvantage of poor ventilation.23th Aug 1932Box 132 \ 3  scan0218
Comparing Latex and spring frame seat types for car model 21-G-IV.10th May 1934Box 132 \ 3  scan0219
Requesting a Dunlop sorbo rear seat cushion for a specific car, comparing it favourably to the standard spring cushion.11th Jun 1934Box 132 \ 3  scan0220
Comfort and appearance of Latex versus spring frame rear seat cushions.19th Jun 1934Box 132 \ 3  scan0221
Specifications for latex rear seat cushions for model 21-G-IV.9th Jul 1934Box 132 \ 3  scan0222
Design of rear cushions to improve passenger comfort and ride quality.5th Sep 1934Box 132 \ 3  scan0223
Experiments on seat cushions and springs to improve passenger riding comfort.3rd Sep 1934Box 132 \ 3  scan0224
Test report comparing the back seat ride and features of experimental long-wheelbase cars 36-EX and 38-EX.29th Jan 1937Box 132 \ 3  scan0225
Comparing the ride characteristics of spring seat cushions versus Dunlopillo cushions, illustrated with acceleration-time graphs.29th Dec 1938Box 132 \ 3  scan0226
Analysis of seat cushion damping, showing how undamped cushions can spoil the ride quality, with illustrative graphs.29th Dec 1938Box 132 \ 3  scan0227
Paper on the development of foamed latex cushioning presented at a Society of Automotive Engineers meeting.9th Jan 1939Box 132 \ 3  scan0228
The design, application, and cost considerations of foamed latex cushions in various vehicles.9th Jan 1939Box 132 \ 3  scan0229
Page discussing the cushioning qualities and installation of foamed latex in passenger car seats.9th Jan 1939Box 132 \ 3  scan0230
Comparing the cushioning and damping qualities of foamed latex and chemical blown sponge.9th Jan 1939Box 132 \ 3  scan0231
The flexibility, design possibilities, and air conditioning properties of foamed latex for use in cushioning.9th Jan 1939Box 132 \ 3  scan0232
The benefits of foamed latex cushioning, covering odor, space-saving, and safety features.9th Jan 1939Box 132 \ 3  scan0233
Page 7 of a paper discussing the properties and applications of foamed latex in vehicle design, concluding with acknowledgments.9th Jan 1939Box 132 \ 3  scan0234
Diagrams illustrating the design, properties, and manufacturing of foamed latex cushions.9th Jan 1939Box 132 \ 3  scan0235
Comparison of different cushioning materials including chemically blown sponge and foamed latex.9th Jan 1939Box 132 \ 3  scan0236
Letter enclosing a specification for a device designed to prevent engine bore wear for criticism.8th Oct 1934Box 132 \ 4  scan0001
Automatic cylinder bore and chassis lubricator to prevent wear during cold starts, referencing British Patent No. 348420.8th Oct 1934Box 132 \ 4  scan0002
Automatic lubricator, noting its effect on decarbonising and observations on engine bore wear.9th Sep 1934Box 132 \ 4  scan0003
Blueprint of a cylinder bore and chassis lubricator.9th Sep 1934Box 132 \ 4  scan0004
Letter to E.A. Eastwood discussing a lubrication device, its potential issues, and comparing it to other systems.13th Oct 1934Box 132 \ 4  scan0005
Experiments for extra cylinder lubrication to prevent piston seizure when starting from cold.2nd Nov 1934Box 132 \ 4  scan0006
Scheme for extra cylinder lubrication during cold starts to reduce piston seizure.2nd Nov 1934Box 132 \ 4  scan0007
Engine lubrication tests, focusing on the big end bearing and gudgeon pin oil supply under various conditions.2nd Nov 1934Box 132 \ 4  scan0008
Oil consumption tests on a Bentley unit and C.14 (20/25) unit following modifications.2nd Nov 1934Box 132 \ 4  scan0009
Blueprint showing a modification to a top half big end bearing.25th Apr 1934Box 132 \ 4  scan0010
Letter from M. A. McEvoy Ltd. regarding an experimental cylinder head cast in R.R. 50 alloy.26th Oct 1936Box 132 \ 4  scan0011
Letter to Messrs. M.A. McEvoy Ltd. declining a request to fit inserted valve seats in an R.R.53 cylinder head.2nd Nov 1936Box 132 \ 4  scan0012
Letter to Hepworth & Grandage Ltd. regarding a paper on cylinder materials, requesting an examination of samples and information on cylinder liners.14th Nov 1936Box 132 \ 4  scan0013
Extracts regarding the chemical composition and properties of piston rings for aircraft engines.19th Nov 1936Box 132 \ 4  scan0014
Cylinder materials, lubricants, and the effects of heat on piston ring performance and design.19th Nov 1936Box 132 \ 4  scan0015
Analysis of piston ring arrangements and dry wear test results for various cylinder and ring materials.19th Nov 1936Box 132 \ 4  scan0016
List of observations on engine ring and cylinder wear, including factors like bore quality and lubricants.25th Nov 1936Box 132 \ 4  scan0017
Letter from the Experimental Department requesting information on cylinder materials and wear.25th Nov 1936Box 132 \ 4  scan0018
Letter to Hepworth & Grandage Ltd. placing an order for twelve experimental liners.30th Nov 1936Box 132 \ 4  scan0019
Requesting an order for twelve experimental Ph.III cylinder liners from Messrs Hepworth & Grandage.30th Nov 1936Box 132 \ 4  scan0020
Letter from The Austin Motor Company regarding a paper on cylinder material and wear.19th Nov 1936Box 132 \ 4  scan0021
Metallurgical analysis report for a wet liner, made from Vacrit Cylinder Iron by Hepworth & Grandage, including two micrographs.23th Nov 1936Box 132 \ 4  scan0022
Laboratory report on the chemical analysis and hardness of Phantom III Cylinder Liners.23th Nov 1936Box 132 \ 4  scan0023
Letter from Hepworth & Grandage Ltd. confirming a meeting to discuss 'Vacrit' Liners.25th Nov 1936Box 132 \ 4  scan0024
Comparative costs and suppliers for Phantom III cylinder liners.2nd Dec 1936Box 132 \ 4  scan0025
Cost comparison table for Phantom III cylinder liners from various manufacturers.2nd Dec 1936Box 132 \ 4  scan0026
Extracts from a paper on aircraft engine piston ring and cylinder wear, comparing material compositions.19th Nov 1936Box 132 \ 4  scan0027
Cylinder materials, lubricants, and the effects of heat on piston ring design and performance.19th Nov 1936Box 132 \ 4  scan0028
Analysis of piston ring arrangements, dry wear tests, and conclusions on cylinder and ring materials.19th Nov 1936Box 132 \ 4  scan0029
Numbered list of conclusions regarding engine ring and cylinder operation, wear, and testing.23th Nov 1936Box 132 \ 4  scan0030
Letter to The Austin Motor Co. Ltd. regarding cylinder material and wear.23th Nov 1936Box 132 \ 4  scan0031
Advantages of using separate cylinder liners over the existing solid cast design.25th Nov 1936Box 132 \ 4  scan0032
Letter from The Associated Equipment Co Ltd answering questions about cylinder materials and wear.1st Dec 1936Box 132 \ 4  scan0033
A.E.C. Specification No. 21 for Cast Iron Liners, detailing chemical analysis and hardness limits.1st Jun 1935Box 132 \ 4  scan0034


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