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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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The substitution of taper bolts and pins with parallel ones in gearboxes for all cars to simplify assembly and reduce cost.20th Apr 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0216
Instruction to note modifications to rubber buffers for gearbox tie rods for B.III, B.50, and Wraith models.22th Apr 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0217
Unsatisfactory method of attaching cones to gears and proposing an alternative using parallel pins or bolts.27th Apr 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0218
Requesting a modification to the gearbox selector mechanism.4th May 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0219
Production of new Bentley III and Bentley 50 Mk.II type gearboxes.9th Jun 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0220
The unusual drag and noise issues observed in a 25 HP Vauxhall Gearbox.11th Jun 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0221
Blueprint G.CD.761 showing the layout of the change gear lever and driver's seat positions for Bentley 111 and 50 models.28th Jun 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0222
Cheaper gearbox dipstick and requesting a cost estimate for a modified version.18th Aug 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0223
Modifications for the Bentley 111, 50 and 60 gearbox.18th Aug 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0224
Modifications to the Bentley 50 and Bentley 60 gearbox.22th Aug 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0225
Experimental use of a Buick-type synchromesh for the Bentley 50 and 60 gearbox.22th Aug 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0226
Proposed eccentric fulcrum pin for providing adjustment for the selector levers for B.111, B.50 and B.60 gearboxes.22th Aug 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0227
Modification to a gearbox, specifically the attachment of an oil scoop to the 2nd motion shaft.23th Aug 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0228
Setscrew tests for securing gearboxes directly to aluminium crankcases.24th Aug 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0229
Modified servo drive and alterations for B.111, B.50 and B.60 gear boxes.25th Aug 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0230
Comparison of gearbox backlash between a Rover and a Bentley 11.25th Aug 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0231
Scheme detailing modifications to a gearbox, including thicker washers and wider gears.30th Aug 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0232
Necessary changes to the actuating gear leverages for the B.3, B.50, and B.60 gearboxes.5th Sep 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0233
Modification to gearbox selector guide forks to prevent leakage.17th Oct 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0234
Modifications to the Selector jaw attachment on the Bentley 111 and 50 Gearbox to facilitate assembly.18th Oct 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0235
Request for details on a temporary scheme to fit aluminium bronze wearing pads to operating forks on B.111 and B.50 gearboxes.29th Oct 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0236
Letter requesting views on supplying a specific journal bearing, mentioning competition from American suppliers.2nd Nov 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0237
Letter from Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. comparing their MJ.40-G bearing with a New Departure bearing.4th Nov 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0238
Letter from Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. discussing bearings used on a Buick Viceroy Saloon and arranging a future meeting.4th Nov 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0239
Apology for misstating the number of balls in a bearing and a request for a quotation for 500 bearings.5th Nov 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0240
Letter to Hoffmann Manufacturing Co. Ltd. requesting a price for two types of bearings.5th Nov 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0241
Letter to Messrs. Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. requesting a price quote for 500 New Departure bearings, No.43308.5th Nov 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0242
Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd responding to an enquiry for New Departure Bearings No.43308.7th Nov 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0243
Quotation from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd for 500 New Departure single row snap ring type ball bearings.7th Nov 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0244
Letter from The Hoffmann Manufacturing Co. Ltd. acknowledging an enquiry.7th Nov 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0245
Quotation letter from The Hoffmann Manufacturing Co. Ltd. for special and medium type ball bearings.9th Nov 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0246
Page 2 of a letter from The Hoffmann Manufacturing Co., Ltd.9th Nov 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0247
Letter from Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd. providing a quotation for 500 MJ.40.G type bearings.12th Nov 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0248
Quotation from Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd. for Medium type Ball Journal Bearings.12th Nov 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0249
Letter from Hoffmann Manufacturing Co. Ltd. to Rolls Royce Ltd. correcting a quotation for special bearings.18th Nov 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0250
Requesting a covering order for three bearings ordered from Messrs. Ransome & Marles.22th Nov 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0251
Requesting an official covering order for special bearings that have already been received from Ransome & Marles.30th Nov 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0252
Modifications to gearbox selector shafts for models B.111, B.50, and B.60.30th Nov 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0253
Letter to Messrs. Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. declining to order a special bearing as a cheaper alternative has been found.1st Dec 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0254
Modification to the B.111 and B.50 gearbox selector lever.7th Dec 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0255
Letter from Fischer Bearings Company regarding an alternative for pinion bearings.12th Dec 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0256
Temporary modification scheme for B.V, B.50 and B.60 gearboxes.14th Dec 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0257
Letter to Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd. requesting a further two DMJT.40 bearings for a Wraith gearbox.15th Dec 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0258
Order to be placed for two bearings with grooves for snap rings.15th Dec 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0259
Letter from Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd. confirming an order for two DMJT.40.J. bearings.16th Dec 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0260
The discomfort caused by hot floorboards in the 20-HP car and proposing experimental work on ventilation.5th Mar 1923Box 136 \ 5  scan0001
Response to a complaint regarding hot floor boards on the 20 HP car model.6th Mar 1923Box 136 \ 5  scan0002
Tests to reduce heat under the scuttle of a 4-Goshawk-11 car.1st Aug 1923Box 136 \ 5  scan0003
Investigating and proposing solutions for heat under the scuttle of a 20 HP car.16th Aug 1923Box 136 \ 5  scan0004
Methods to reduce engine heat felt in the cabin, discussing ventilation and insulation improvements.12th Sep 1923Box 136 \ 5  scan0005
Methods for reducing engine heat and the temperature of air under the bonnet.3rd Oct 1923Box 136 \ 5  scan0006
Requesting tests on a new cork matting for floorboards to reduce heat to the driver's feet.3rd Oct 1923Box 136 \ 5  scan0007
The use of cork matting on front footboards to reduce heat and noise.4th Oct 1923Box 136 \ 5  scan0008
Testing cork matting to resolve heat issues with the front floorboards.4th Oct 1923Box 136 \ 5  scan0009
From CJ to Hs requesting a report on the issue of hot floorboards.28th Nov 1923Box 136 \ 5  scan0010
Experiments with cork matting and leather flaps to mitigate hot floorboards.28th Nov 1923Box 136 \ 5  scan0011
Short memo inquiring about the progress made on resolving the problem of hot floor boards.28th Nov 1923Box 136 \ 5  scan0012
Confirming the completion of tests on hot floorboards and that a report will follow shortly.12th Dec 1923Box 136 \ 5  scan0013
From BJ to Hs requesting an update on an overheating issue.6th Dec 1923Box 136 \ 5  scan0014
Vehicle overheating and the potential solution of fitting a larger radiator.11th Dec 1923Box 136 \ 5  scan0015
From JS to Hs requesting a copy of a reply concerning hot floorboards.12th Dec 1923Box 136 \ 5  scan0016
Cover note from CJ to Hs. requesting a report on the matter of hot floorboards.28th Nov 1923Box 136 \ 5  scan0017
Incomplete report on hot floorboards, advising a more complete version will follow.14th Dec 1923Box 136 \ 5  scan0018
Results of tests for insulating the exhaust to reduce heat on the floorboards and under the scuttle.1st Dec 1923Box 136 \ 5  scan0019
Tests to reduce heat on the floorboards and under the scuttle of a 40/50 HP car.12th Jul 1923Box 136 \ 5  scan0020
Modifications to reduce floor and scuttle temperature.12th Jul 1923Box 136 \ 5  scan0021
Modifications to the 40/50 undershield and testing cork floorboard coverings.12th Jul 1923Box 136 \ 5  scan0022
Tests with a double dash air insulated dashboard to address complaints of cold feet.11th Dec 1923Box 136 \ 5  scan0023
Test report detailing temperature readings in different parts of a car under various modifications to reduce heat ingress.11th Dec 1923Box 136 \ 5  scan0024
Graph showing the relationship between radiator water temperature and the air temperature at the rear of the fan.17th Oct 1923Box 136 \ 5  scan0025
Graph-based report on experiments to reduce vehicle floor-board temperature.28th Dec 1923Box 136 \ 5  scan0026
Lingering smell in chassis no. 2323 and the suggestion to fit a roof ventilator.12th Dec 1923Box 136 \ 5  scan0027
From CJ to Hs requesting a standardisation sheet regarding heat under floor boards.1st Jan 1924Box 136 \ 5  scan0028
Design of modifications to reduce heat under the scuttle and considering alterations for front brake parts.1st Jan 1924Box 136 \ 5  scan0029
Unresolved issue of exhaust fumes entering the car body, referencing two specific chassis.10th Jan 1924Box 136 \ 5  scan0030
Plan to reduce heat under floorboards by fitting new pedals in conjunction with the rollout of 4-wheel brakes.26th Jan 1924Box 136 \ 5  scan0031
Issue of heat on the floorboards and under the scuttle.28th Jan 1924Box 136 \ 5  scan0032
Letter detailing five partial cures for heat transfer issues from the floorboards and scuttle area.16th Jan 1924Box 136 \ 5  scan0033
Modifications to prevent noise and heat conduction through the floor and pedal area.18th Jan 1924Box 136 \ 5  scan0034
Attaching a report from Springfield concerning heat on the floorboards and under the scuttle.1st Feb 1924Box 136 \ 5  scan0035
Experiments to diagnose and resolve fume ingress into the cabin of Chassis No. 2323.19th Mar 1924Box 136 \ 5  scan0036
Internal memorandum discussing customer complaints of fumes and sickness caused by poor car body design.19th Mar 1924Box 136 \ 5  scan0037
Road tests investigating issues with fumes entering the car body on chassis number 2323.18th Mar 1924Box 136 \ 5  scan0038
Requesting an update on alterations to cars with front brakes intended to reduce heat for the driver.1st Jul 1924Box 136 \ 5  scan0039
Alteration to reduce heat under the scuttle and floorboards on cars being tested in France.1st Jul 1924Box 136 \ 5  scan0040
Inquiring about the issuance of a standardisation sheet for alterations to reduce heat under the floorboards.27th Nov 1924Box 136 \ 5  scan0041
Improvements to reduce heat under the floorboards, which are introduced with the standardisation for 4-wheel brakes.28th Nov 1924Box 136 \ 5  scan0042
Querying if alterations for heat under front floorboards are for existing cars and if the cost is covered, or for new 'U' series cars only.6th Dec 1924Box 136 \ 5  scan0043
Confirming the fitment of features to address heat under floorboards for conversion cars and 'U' series onwards.12th Dec 1924Box 136 \ 5  scan0044
Complaints, causes, and proposed solutions for overheating in the rear interior of closed Phantom cars.14th Jul 1926Box 136 \ 5  scan0045
Problem of excessive heat from the aluminium dashboard in the front compartment of cars.23th Jul 1932Box 136 \ 5  scan0046
Tests to reduce heat in the Phantom II car's driving compartment, focusing on dashboard insulation and exhaust pipe lagging.2nd Sep 1932Box 136 \ 5  scan0047
Vehicle body issues including hot air leaks, lever drafts, and floorboard fitting.2nd Feb 1932Box 136 \ 5  scan0048
Preventing air leaks through pedal holes and the challenges of obtaining reliable chassis test data.2nd Sep 1932Box 136 \ 5  scan0049
Blueprint for a draught shield around the brake lever quadrant for a Phantom II chassis.27th Aug 1932Box 136 \ 5  scan0050
Cross-sectional diagrams illustrating insulation materials for a vehicle's dashboard and floorboards.9th Sep 1932Box 136 \ 5  scan0051
Issue of heat in the driving compartment of the Phantom II and 20/25 models.5th Sep 1932Box 136 \ 5  scan0052
Technical memorandum discussing heat management in the driving compartment, including dashboard radiation and hot air leaks.7th Sep 1932Box 136 \ 5  scan0053
Issues with scuttle ventilation and heat management, with suggestions for improvements.7th Sep 1932Box 136 \ 5  scan0054
List of recommendations for vehicle body and ventilation improvements.8th Sep 1932Box 136 \ 5  scan0055


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