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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 from S. Smith & Sons to W.A. Robotham regarding heaters and instruments.9th Jun 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0193
Letter from S. Smith & Sons to W.A. Robotham regarding a proposal for a cheaper set of instruments.9th Jun 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0194
Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding their inability to manufacture a special type of heater due to existing commitments.9th Jun 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0195
Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding a patent for a Remote Control design.9th Jun 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0196
Request for a list of drawing numbers for the B-V front suspension to collect parts for examination and photography.12th Jun 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0197
Letter to Messrs. S. Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd. regarding goodwill during difficult times.14th Jun 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0198
Manufacturing cost comparison for the front suspension of the Bentley V and Wraith models.14th Jun 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0199
Material cost of the B.V. front suspension and potential cost reductions.15th Jun 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0200
List of proposed modifications to vehicle components and associated cost reductions.15th Jun 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0201
Potential cost savings for the front suspension section through material analysis and design modifications.15th Jun 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0202
Parts list for the Bentley V front suspension, detailing components with their respective part numbers and weights.15th Jun 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0203
Parts list and weight breakdown for the Bentley V front suspension roll bar and fittings.1st Mar 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0204
Photograph showing the disassembled components of a Bentley V front suspension system.1st Mar 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0205
Parts list with weights for the Bentley V Front Suspension.1st Mar 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0206
Parts list with weights for the Bentley V front suspension hub.1st Mar 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0207
Parts and weights list for the Bentley V front suspension dampers.1st Mar 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0208
Parts list with weights for the Bentley V front suspension.1st Mar 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0209
Photograph showing the disassembled components of a Bentley V front suspension system, laid out and numbered.1st Mar 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0210
Issuing a final list for rationalised chassis, names, and short specifications.15th Jun 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0211
Letter to S. Smith & Sons regarding the graduation of gauges in litres.16th Jun 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0212
Letter from Nichols about the special graduation of gauges in litres and associated extra costs.16th Jun 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0213
Tax and insurance implications for projected engines, comparing a 4-cylinder unit with the Ripple engine.15th Jun 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0214
Table of engine capacities, horsepower ratings, and corresponding tax calculations.14th Jun 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0215
Specification table for various rationalised chassis and model names.17th Jun 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0216
Cost analysis and estimations for a Merlin crankshaft with integral balance weights.17th Jun 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0217
List of possible cost-saving measures for the manufacturing of different crankshafts, with a final cost for a standard V.C.M. Wraith crankshaft.17th Jun 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0218
Schedule and specifications of cars being sent to France for testing.27th Jun 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0219
Priority of sending either the Silver Ripple or Silver Phantom car to France for sales purposes.27th Jun 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0220
Concerns over indefinite expenses for an experimental chassis and a proposal for a project development sheet.10th Jul 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0221
Study of power loss with detonation, analyzing the effects of spark advance, spark plugs, fuel additives, and compression ratios on preignition.1st Apr 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0222
Proposed semi-floating rear axle design for cost reduction.21th Jul 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0223
Cost and reasons for experimental scrap parts due to chassis design changes.2nd Aug 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0224
Purchase of new development equipment for the Experimental Department.1st Aug 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0225
Cost breakdown for various test rigs.8th Aug 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0226
Priced list of various test rigs, motors, and measuring equipment.8th Aug 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0227
Confidential memo discussing the introduction of new chassis types, including an 8-cylinder Bentley and the Silver Phantom.8th Aug 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0228
Request for costing on two prints related to inlet and outlet water connections.15th Aug 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0229
'Junior Rationalised Programme' and an analysis of competitor vehicles.16th Aug 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0230
Comparison of Jaguar and Vauxhall performance to inform specifications for a proposed 1.78 litre car, codenamed 'Myth'.16th Aug 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0231
Scheduling a conference to discuss advance estimates and routines for the Rationalised Chassis Programme.17th Aug 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0232
Choice of fittings for Bentley V shock damper pipes, recommending 'Olives' over conical unions.21th Aug 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0233
The cost of 'Ripple' material, with recommendations for incorporating cost-saving features.24th Aug 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0234
Technical note on the cost-effectiveness of an aluminium bonnet, and the reliability of specific valves and an L.5 crankcase.24th Aug 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0235
Design philosophy for the Junior Rationalised Programme, focusing on lightweight design and manoeuvrability.24th Aug 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0236
Attached times for a Semi-Floating Axle, Gearbox, and Wraith Radiator components.1st Sep 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0237
List of parts with quantities and time allocations in hours and minutes.1st Sep 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0238
List of operations for Radiator & Fittings and Bonnet, detailing piece numbers, quantities and time.1st Sep 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0239
List of Operations for Gearbox components, detailing parts, quantities, and labor times.1st Sep 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0240
Continued list of gearbox parts with piece numbers, quantities, and estimated times.1st Sep 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0241
Continued list of parts for a gearbox, detailing piece numbers, descriptions, quantities, and time estimates.1st Sep 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0242
Parts list and bonus times schedule for a semi-floating axle assembly.1st Sep 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0243
Parts list for a rear axle assembly, including quantities and machine tooling details.1st Sep 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0244
Parts list for Section 1.A. Rear Axle, detailing present and special tooling costs.18th Sep 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0245
Post-war projects and future engine production forecasts.18th Sep 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0246
Strategic memorandum outlining challenges and plans for post-war production and business diversification.18th Sep 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0247
Suggestions for new projects, including a rationalised car range, a commercial lorry, and manufacturing tractors under license.18th Sep 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0248
Proposal for the development of a small quantity production car and marine units, considering pre-war progress and post-war production strategies.18th Sep 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0249
Development of diesel engines, commercial aviation engines, and auxiliary power plants for aircraft.18th Sep 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0250
Potential wartime and post-war applications for an 8-cylinder engine.26th Sep 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0251
Proprietary engines in lorries and potential post-war use in boats.26th Sep 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0252
Secret memo regarding the rationalized chassis program, model wheelbases, and development of senior and junior range cars.6th Oct 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0253
Chassis programme table detailing specifications for the senior range of cars, including wheelbase, engine details, and coachwork options.1st Sep 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0254
Chassis programme specification table for the Junior Range of 'Myth' model cars.1st Sep 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0255
Specification table for the final rationalised chassis range of various car models.25th Oct 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0256
Secret internal memorandum outlining a war-time programme for car work and model completion.25th Oct 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0257
Car development plans for a 4-cylinder 'Rippletto', coachwork, and a junior semi-monocoque model 'Myth'.25th Oct 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0258
Experimental engine programme and the rationalisation of production tools.25th Oct 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0259
Outlining a list of fitting, assembly, and development work required in the immediate future.6th Nov 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0260
List of engine development and test bed work tasks.6th Nov 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0261
Proposal to devise a nomenclature system for chassis units as part of the rationalised car programme.6th Dec 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0262
Classified list of standardised engines, gearboxes, and axles for the Rationalised Programme.6th Dec 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0263
Specification sheet detailing dimensions and types of various components for Senior and Junior car models.6th Dec 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0264
Specification list comparing 'Senior' and 'Junior' model components for wheels, brakes, prop-shafts, pedals and springs.6th Dec 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0265
Proposal for a standardized naming system for car components under the 'Rationalised Car Programme'.8th Dec 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0266
Proposal for a standardised nomenclature and numbering system for specifying different units and their modifications.8th Dec 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0267
Minutes of a conference discussing body quantity production and costs for the Senior Range.22th Dec 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0268
Cost analysis note detailing material, labour, and tooling costs for car body shells and wings.22th Dec 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0269
Cost analysis document detailing potential savings on various car components.22th Dec 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0270
Cost analysis and breakdown for car body production, including a comparison with competitors.22th Dec 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0271
Meeting notes detailing future procedures and agreements for car body production, supply, and specifications.22th Dec 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0272
Typed document outlining agreements on production methods, components, output rates, and costs.22th Dec 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0273
Potential cost savings and design changes for the B.60 Rocker cover.27th Nov 1939Box 148 \ 2  scan0274
Comparative cost estimate for two change gear schemes.10th Jan 1940Box 148 \ 2  scan0275
Requesting comparative costs for two different left-hand gearchange schemes.10th Jan 1940Box 148 \ 2  scan0276
To JRD regarding a request for cost estimates from McLoughlin for current designs.11th Jan 1940Box 148 \ 2  scan0277
To Mr. Vickers at the Foundry regarding drawings for the B.40 3.500 bore cylinder crankcase and cylinders (RE.112).11th Jan 1940Box 148 \ 2  scan0278
Re-organisation of personnel responsibilities for experimental chassis work.22th Jan 1940Box 148 \ 2  scan0279
Need for more capacity and negotiations to acquire space for a chassis assembly department.24th Jan 1940Box 148 \ 2  scan0280
Cost comparison for two different types of valve springs.24th Jan 1940Box 148 \ 2  scan0281
Cost analysis for PL.97.24th Jan 1940Box 148 \ 2  scan0282
Arranging a meeting to discuss proposals for the location of the Experimental Chassis Division during the War.25th Jan 1940Box 148 \ 2  scan0283
Clarifying the supervisory control over cooling systems during wartime.3rd Feb 1940Box 148 \ 2  scan0284
Letter from Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding a potential information leak about a future 10 HP car programme.7th Feb 1941Box 148 \ 2  scan0285
Quotation from Salisbury Axle Company to Rolls-Royce for 500 Model 23-1 rear axles.1st Mar 1940Box 148 \ 2  scan0286
Cost file note detailing the specifications and price for a Sunbeam car.7th Mar 1940Box 148 \ 2  scan0287
From 'Rm.' to 'HPS.' establishing a reasonable price for an engine unit for Rotols.7th Mar 1940Box 148 \ 2  scan0288
Confirming the transfer and sale of a 25/30 HP slave engine, B.II No.4, to Rotol.13th Mar 1940Box 148 \ 2  scan0289
Updated prints for the Rationalised Chassis Programme.19th Mar 1940Box 148 \ 2  scan0290
Urgent memo regarding parts for the chassis programme, including 6-cylinder engines and new gearboxes.27th Mar 1940Box 148 \ 2  scan0291
Status update document for various chassis components, detailing part numbers and their corresponding project references and dates.27th Mar 1940Box 148 \ 2  scan0292


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