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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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Car body mock-up procedures, prototypes, and production timelines, including a proposal for a 'Myth Coupe'.14th Feb 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0030
Production programme and timeline for a prototype car body named 'Myth', detailing parts and required development stages.14th Feb 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0031
Carburetter setting issues on B.V trials cars leading to reduced maximum speed and the implications for press demonstrations.16th Feb 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0032
Confidential memo on managing rumors about a post-war small car and the challenges of maintaining project secrecy.16th Feb 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0033
Letter from Park Ward & Co. to W.A. Robotham regarding a potential information leak about a post-war 10 HP car.7th Feb 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0034
Radiator interchangeability and design alterations for the 'Myth' car model.20th Feb 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0035
Minutes of a chassis meeting held at Clan Foundry discussing faults and post-war production.20th Feb 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0036
Meeting notes discussing post-war production plans for the Senior and Junior car ranges, including costings, materials, and specific model development.20th Feb 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0037
Meeting minutes discussing the development of a prototype car with a 4-cylinder engine during wartime.20th Feb 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0038
Outlining the production programme for 1940, including Bentley, Ripple, and Silver Dawn models.18th May 1939Box 144 \ 2  scan0039
Transition plan for 8-cylinder motor-car production and testing, scheduled for 1940.18th May 1939Box 144 \ 2  scan0040
Recommending a six-light body for the 'Myth Model' and scheduling a related discussion.22th Feb 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0041
Post-War Car Programme and the anticipated long-term effect of Purchase Tax on vehicle prices.28th Feb 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0042
Recommending a wage increase for an employee named Millington.3rd Mar 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0043
Proposing the purchase of a trailer to transport parts between Leyland and Duffield for a tank job.8th Mar 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0044
The relocation of a special Merlin engine test from Glasgow to Crewe.11th Mar 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0045
Complaints regarding the storage of body dies and the decision to leave cast-iron pieces in Coventry.11th Mar 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0046
Letter from Motor Panels Ltd. regarding the location and storage of Bentley S.R.V. Saloon Press Tools.6th Mar 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0047
Copy of a reply letter to Motor Panels Ltd. concerning the treatment and storage of dies to prevent corrosion.10th Mar 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0048
Re-print of an Autocar article for Bentley showrooms after the war.12th Mar 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0049
Bentley publicity and suggesting a re-print of an Autocar article for showrooms.12th Mar 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0050
Invitation for lunch with Lord Herbert Scott at the Works Luncheon Room.31th Mar 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0051
Outlining proposals for mounting a gun on a truck to improve stability, noting enquiries from the Canadian Army to expedite the assembly for testing.1st Apr 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0052
From Sg. to Rm. forwarding a letter from Sir W. Yarworth-Jones concerning 'Bodies'.9th Apr 1940Box 144 \ 2  scan0053
Letter proposing a wire-reinforced plastic material for car body construction.9th Apr 1940Box 144 \ 2  scan0054
Contents page for a patent application by Sir Wm. Yarworth-Jones.1st Dec 1939Box 144 \ 2  scan0055
The properties and applications of wire-reinforced fabric plastic.1st Dec 1939Box 144 \ 2  scan0056
The properties and applications of moulded sheets and reinforced fabric.1st Dec 1939Box 144 \ 2  scan0057
Performance tests of a fabric material, including resistance to various elements and specific gravity.1st Dec 1939Box 144 \ 2  scan0058
Description of a reinforced fabric with applications in electrical screening, electrostatic charge dissipation, and heating.1st Dec 1939Box 144 \ 2  scan0059
Description of a reinforced fabric material for use in ceilings and walls, detailing its properties and mechanical strength.22th Apr 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0060
The retirement of a contact from the Vacuum Oil Company and their replacement.22th Apr 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0061
Clarifying the cause of a transmission failure, distinguishing between axle and gearbox trouble.23th Apr 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0062
Circulating a copy of a write-up on the Bentley V. from 'The Motor' magazine.23th Apr 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0063
Invitation for lunch with the Chairman and Directors at the Works.28th Apr 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0064
Requesting approval to add an employee to the list for claiming mileage expenses.29th Apr 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0065
The production of two-piece blocks and cylinders for the Leyland Meteor engine.4th May 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0066
Requesting authorisation to pay an invoice for a mower.8th May 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0067
Payment authorisation for a mower invoice, with a handwritten approval note.8th May 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0068
New universal pattern for producing various 6-cylinder engines.9th May 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0069
Potential names for post-war Bentley and Rolls-Royce motor cars.19th May 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0070
Progress of the 'Myth' chassis and engine, and development on the 'Senior Range' gearboxes and engine.21th May 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0071
Bowler's overtime and the petrol for the mower.23th May 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0072
Availability of chassis material and the poor condition of jigs and tools for chassis production.26th May 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0073
Exchanging a Trials car for an Experimental 12.P.V. and addressing a heat issue.28th May 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0074
Invitation to a luncheon for the visiting Minister of Aircraft Production, Colonel J.T. Moore-Brabazon.30th May 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0075
From Rm. to Sg. & Hs. proposing a week's holiday and a visit to Leyland Motors.5th Jun 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0076
Holiday plans and a visit to Leyland Motors.5th Jun 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0077
Progress report on the Senior Range Rationalised Chassis, detailing mileage data and faults with gearboxes.14th Jun 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0078
Progress report on issues and modifications for various vehicle components.15th Jun 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0079
Issues and improvements related to petrol consumption, cylinder bore wear, and bearing failures in engines.15th Jun 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0080
Progress update on experimental engine testing, manufacturing, and the Junior Rationalised Range 'Myth' chassis.13th Jun 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0081
The development of a larger four-cylinder engine and the performance of other small cars.13th Jun 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0082
Interim report on the performance and durability of small cars from Vauxhall, Austin, Morris, and Studebaker.10th May 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0083
Vehicle failures and a comparison of petrol and oil consumption for various car models.30th Mar 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0084
Feasibility of Park Ward undertaking air conditioning work and suggesting alternative post-war production projects.19th Jun 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0085
Supply of Bentley V material and the feasibility of post-war production.20th Jun 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0086
Cover note for a preliminary summary of the Wraith material position.23th Jun 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0087
Minutes of a chassis meeting held at Clan Foundry on 24th June 1941, detailing discussions on the Senior Range.25th Jun 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0088
Specifications for 'Myth' cars, sourcing of parts, competitor analysis, and bodywork decisions by Park Ward.25th Jun 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0089
Providing particulars of the 'Rossley Manor Country Club' and an associated booklet.20th Jul 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0090
Note sent about the 'Corniche for Motor Sport' and clarifying a confusing reference to 'experimental cars' in the reply.20th Jul 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0091
Note on future car design, with a particular point about air-conditioning.21th Jul 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0092
Draft article on the 'Corniche' Bentley, with thanks for the draft and a request for the published copy.22th Jul 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0093
Hs. to Rm. requesting the loan of a car for one week.9th Aug 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0094
Invitation to lunch with the Chairman and Directors at the Works Luncheon Room.12th Aug 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0095
Postponing a holiday and no longer requiring a car for the weekend.14th Aug 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0096
Report on railway type ventilators and their suitability for car work.20th Aug 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0097
From Rm. to Hs. recommending a pay rise for Tarleton for his work on the tank project.9th Sep 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0098
Requesting an updated completion date for the Two Myth Experimental Chassis.11th Sep 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0099
Request for an employee to use their private car for company business.14th Sep 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0100
Petrol consumption, carburettor settings, and automatic start development on a 14 HP car.14th Sep 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0101
Specifications for a 14 HP car, including speedometer, wheelbase, and power-to-weight ratio, with comparisons to the 'Myth' and 'Senior Range' models.20th Sep 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0102
Production status and delays of two Experimental Myth Chassis.14th Sep 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0103
Inaccurate speedometer and roadometer readings on a 14 HP car.17th Sep 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0104
Engine and wheelbase specifications of a 14 HP car named 'Rippletto'.18th Sep 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0105
From Rm. to Sr. requesting to postpone an exhibition of Myth parts due to a required absence.20th Sep 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0106
Seeking agreement for the purchase of a Studebaker car for liaison and material transport.22th Sep 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0107
Letter from The Rover Company regarding the disposal price of a Studebaker car.18th Sep 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0108
Progress report on the delays and issues with the 'Myth Experimental Car' project.22th Sep 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0109
The 'Myth' car project, staffing issues, and collaboration with coachbuilder Park Wards during and after the war.22th Sep 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0110
Lack of progress on B.V body production, jigs, and drawings with various associated coachbuilders.22th Sep 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0111
Capacity for car work due to Ministry of Supply responsibilities and views on coachwork for the Senior Range of cars.22th Sep 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0112
Future car design and progress on various models and parts.18th Jul 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0113
The coachwork for the Myth Experimental Car and related issues.26th Sep 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0114
Letter to Park, Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding delays in body work, specifically on 'Myth' frames, due to war orders.26th Sep 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0115
Letter discussing the progress, or lack thereof, on car body drawings, jigs, and manufacturing methods.6th Mar 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0116
Rescheduling of a meeting to a Tuesday afternoon at Belper.2nd Oct 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0117
Progress report on mileage and faults for the Senior Range Rationalised Chassis.3rd Oct 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0118
Progress report on issues and developments for vehicle components including brakes, clutch, axles, and tyres.5th Oct 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0119
Petrol consumption improvements, cylinder bore wear tests, and development of a new four-cylinder engine.5th Oct 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0120
Progress update concerning the 'Myth' project within the Junior Rationalised Range.5th Oct 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0121
Minutes from a chassis meeting held at Clan Foundry on 7th October 1941.9th Oct 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0122
Responding to a complaint about shrunken and insufficiently detailed drawings for wing jigs.14th Oct 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0123
Summary of the procedure and estimated time for producing four and six light bodies for a Silver Phantom chassis.21th Oct 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0124
Procedure for the production of rationalised Silver Phantom bodies.21th Oct 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0125
The inaccessible full-scale drawings of car bodies at Messrs. Park Wards and plans for their retrieval.21th Oct 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0126
List of vehicle models with their respective drawing numbers and body construction details.21th Oct 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0127
Full-scale drawings for the Silver Ripplet model and an experimental car.21th Oct 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0128
Labour difficulties in carrying out non-war body work for the Myth Experimental Car.10th Oct 1941Box 144 \ 2  scan0129


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