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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 discussing the performance and handling issues of a side steering tube fitted with soft springs.12th Apr 1928Box 154 \ 3  scan0064
Experiments on side steering tube springs to prevent high-speed wobbles.27th Apr 1928Box 154 \ 3  scan0065
Letter from the Springfield, MA office to Derby, UK discussing issues with a 'grunting' steering column thrust bearing and proposing a new design.25th May 1928Box 154 \ 3  scan0066
Blueprint showing a cross-section of a Steering Column Thrust Bearing.25th May 1928Box 154 \ 3  scan0067
Steering issues, particularly wobbles and the use of softer springs.12th Jul 1928Box 154 \ 3  scan0068
Modifications to the pendulum lever and wheel offset for easier parking and improved handling.3rd Jan 1929Box 154 \ 3  scan0069
Experiments on side steering tubes to address issues with steering wander, stiffness and joggles.3rd Jan 1929Box 154 \ 3  scan0070
Spring stiffness and the fitting of new tubes and oil pipes to specific chassis.19th Apr 1929Box 154 \ 3  scan0071
RRAI steering controls, forwarding a letter from Mr. Olley for review.19th Apr 1929Box 154 \ 3  scan0072
New steering column controls, lighting controls, and the placement of controls on the instrument board.25th Mar 1929Box 154 \ 3  scan0073
Page discussing criticisms and proposed changes to spark control, carburation control, and shutter systems.25th Mar 1929Box 154 \ 3  scan0074
The final page of a letter from Rolls-Royce of America, Inc. discussing car handling in winter related to a shutter.20th Jun 1929Box 154 \ 3  scan0075
Chassis alteration number 12, discussing the stiffness of side steering tube springs and the 9' pendulum lever.20th Jun 1929Box 154 \ 3  scan0076
Inquiry to The Lavine Gear Co. about a new type of steering gear advertised in 'Automotive Industries'.8th Sep 1934Box 154 \ 3  scan0077
Letter from Lavine Gear Company acknowledging an inquiry for steering gear and referring to their London representative.26th Sep 1934Box 154 \ 3  scan0078
Information sheet blueprint for Lavine Gear Co. Models A & AA steering gears.24th Apr 1935Box 154 \ 3  scan0079
Article from 'Automotive Industries' on an improved 'Nut and Lever' steering gear by Lavine.9th Jun 1934Box 154 \ 3  scan0080
Page detailing new developments in automotive parts, accessories, and production tools from a trade publication.9th Jun 1934Box 154 \ 3  scan0081
Letter from Automotive Products Company regarding specifications and options for Lavine Steering Gears.6th Oct 1934Box 154 \ 3  scan0082
Continuation page of a letter from Automotive Products Company Limited regarding a sectioned model.1st Oct 1934Box 154 \ 3  scan0083
Information sheet and blueprint for Lavine Gear Co. Models A & AA gears.1st Oct 1934Box 154 \ 3  scan0084
Letter to The Automotive Products Company deferring tests on Lavine Steering Gears due to reported defects.15th Oct 1934Box 154 \ 3  scan0085
Letter from Automotive Products Company Ltd. regarding an issue with Lavine steering gears.17th Oct 1934Box 154 \ 3  scan0086
Letter from Automotive Products Company regarding technical feedback on the Lavine Steering Gear.19th Nov 1934Box 154 \ 3  scan0087
Concluding page of a letter from Automotive Products Company Ltd. discussing competitive pricing and offering co-operation.19th Nov 1934Box 154 \ 3  scan0088
Extract detailing alterations to the petrol tank for the American model.27th Sep 1919Box 154 \ 3  scan0089
Introduction of a new 20-gallon petrol tank for the American market.9th Sep 1919Box 154 \ 3  scan0090
Notes on a scheme for an American Petrol Tank featuring a two-gallon reserve fuel system.24th Oct 1919Box 154 \ 3  scan0091
The decision on manufacturing chassis for the American market.31th Oct 1919Box 154 \ 3  scan0092
Design challenges and solutions for a petrol gauge and filler on a luggage carrier.28th Jan 1920Box 154 \ 3  scan0093
Modifying the carburettor's flat feed chamber to include a filter for a new back tank, referencing the 'Condor' design.28th Jan 1920Box 154 \ 3  scan0094
From Oy. to Da. regarding drawings for a petrol level gauge and modified tank that are awaited for standardisation.7th Feb 1920Box 154 \ 3  scan0095
Potential improvements and part standardisation for American-built cars.15th Feb 1920Box 154 \ 3  scan0096
Corrosion issues with petrol filters and tanks due to acids in the fuel, and a proposed new design.1st Jun 1920Box 154 \ 3  scan0097
Suggestion to incorporate an old style inverted conical petrol filter onto American and imported chassis.1st Jun 1920Box 154 \ 3  scan0098
Development of a special petrol tank with new features for the American market.29th Jun 1920Box 154 \ 3  scan0099
Copy of a cablegram regarding the adoption of petrol tanks, and status of shock absorbers and spring experiments.1st Jul 1920Box 154 \ 3  scan0100
Cablegram from Claude Johnson detailing decisions on the starter motor, petrol tank, dynamo, and magneto for the Springfield chassis.6th Aug 1920Box 154 \ 3  scan0101
Standardizing Monel Metal gauze for petrol filters and coordinating the change with the U.S.A. division.1st Aug 1920Box 154 \ 3  scan0102
Extract discussing the design and production of a petrol tank in communication with America.27th Aug 1920Box 154 \ 3  scan0103
Modifications to the double level device side filler and petrol gauge.28th Aug 1920Box 154 \ 3  scan0104
Slow petrol tank filling caused by a Monel metal filter gauze and a proposed solution.4th Mar 1921Box 154 \ 3  scan0105
Use and potential omission of fuel inlet filters, comparing practices and proposing tests.4th Apr 1921Box 154 \ 3  scan0106
Instruction sheet detailing timings for filling petrol tanks under different conditions.4th Apr 1921Box 154 \ 3  scan0107
Issues with filling petrol tanks in the USA due to monel metal gauze and the proposed solution.4th Apr 1921Box 154 \ 3  scan0108
On petrol tank filling difficulties, comparing filling times for an 18-gallon tank using different filter gauzes and methods.13th Apr 1921Box 154 \ 3  scan0109
Extract detailing proposed alterations to a petrol tank to improve filling speed and level indicator visibility.3rd Jun 1921Box 154 \ 3  scan0110
Difficulty of filling the petrol tank on the 4.EX car and a proposed new design.6th Jun 1921Box 154 \ 3  scan0111
Petrol tank design, including vent pipes, fillers, and petrol level indicators.1st Jun 1921Box 154 \ 3  scan0112
The design and performance of various fuel gauges and a petrol filter.8th Jun 1921Box 154 \ 3  scan0113
Continued memorandum discussing a tank fitting and the potential abandonment of a hand-hole.28th Jun 1921Box 154 \ 3  scan0114
Technical memo discussing the gas tank filler position and reserve compartment on model 4.EX.19th Jul 1921Box 154 \ 3  scan0115
The design, function, and fixing of indicators and petrol filters.11th Aug 1920Box 154 \ 3  scan0116
Letter from M. Olley of Rolls Royce of America Inc. discussing the design of a complex filler cap for tanks.10th Dec 1920Box 154 \ 3  scan0117
Extract concerning alterations to the frame, dashboard drilling, and cross members for the American Model.27th Sep 1919Box 154 \ 3  scan0118
Policy decision on chassis production for the American market.31th Oct 1919Box 154 \ 3  scan0119
Extract detailing modifications to the electric starter and the lengthening of the chassis.6th Dec 1919Box 154 \ 3  scan0120
Incorporation of Left Hand Steering on the American chassis and other design changes.10th Dec 1919Box 154 \ 3  scan0121
American Print No. F-442 for the Rear Gear box Cross-member.19th Jun 1925Box 154 \ 3  scan0122
Letter from the American to the UK branch discussing the development and adoption of a new body subframe.19th Oct 1925Box 154 \ 3  scan0123
Proposed modifications to the car body, dash, and sub-frame.19th Oct 1925Box 154 \ 3  scan0124
Success and concerns regarding a body subframe, including a planned 10,000-mile endurance test.29th Oct 1925Box 154 \ 3  scan0125
Letter detailing an early test on a Phantom to cure axle tramping and steering wobble by stiffening the frame.11th Jun 1928Box 154 \ 3  scan0126
Relationship between component mounting, torsional stiffness, and preventing axle shimmy.5th Dec 1935Box 154 \ 3  scan0127
Modifications to the La Salle steering system for the Phantom III model, including raising the steering box and changing the pendulum lever.5th Dec 1935Box 154 \ 3  scan0128
Comparison table of steering system specifications for various models and configurations.2nd Feb 1936Box 154 \ 3  scan0129
Internal memorandum discussing the breakdown of chassis parts standardisation and a proposal for a new testing regime with assigned specialists.2nd Feb 1936Box 154 \ 3  scan0130
Policy of using specialists for car development, testing, and experimental work.2nd Feb 1936Box 154 \ 3  scan0131
List of standardisation sheets for the Bentley Chassis detailing changes completed in January.4th Feb 1936Box 154 \ 3  scan0132
List of standardisation sheets in circulation for various vehicle components.4th Feb 1936Box 154 \ 3  scan0133
List of modifications and parts not yet fitted to the 20/25 HP production chassis.4th Feb 1936Box 154 \ 3  scan0134
Request to remove a roller follower from the rockershaft of a La Salle gear for examination.15th Oct 1936Box 154 \ 3  scan0135
Laboratory analysis of the material composition of a broken steering wheel.11th Jul 1922Box 154 \ 3  scan0136
The static load and torque testing of a Dover Ltd. steering wheel for the Goshawk II experimental chassis.11th Jul 1922Box 154 \ 3  scan0137
Continuation page of a report on a comparative test of a 40/50 HP wheel.30th Oct 1922Box 154 \ 3  scan0138
Request for a report on the 40 HP Dover Steering Wheel regarding complicating negotiations with Messrs. Firth.30th Oct 1922Box 154 \ 3  scan0139
Gentle reminder requesting a report on the 40/50 HP Dover Steering Wheel.8th Nov 1922Box 154 \ 3  scan0140
Decision memo stating the Dover steering wheel is unsatisfactory for the 40/50 chassis.9th Nov 1922Box 154 \ 3  scan0141
Manufacturing process and sourcing of steering wheels for E.A.C. cars.13th Nov 1923Box 154 \ 3  scan0142
Comparing quotes from various suppliers for the manufacture and covering of steering wheels.14th Feb 1923Box 154 \ 3  scan0143
Tests to reduce steering wheel shocks on the 6-EX car by adding weight to the rim.2nd Jun 1923Box 154 \ 3  scan0144
Cracking Dover steering wheels on 20 HP chassis, and a plan to test a renovated wheel from chassis 45-G-6.2nd Jan 1924Box 154 \ 3  scan0145
Criticism of the Dover Steering Wheel and a plan to source an I.R.G.P. wheel as an alternative.1st Jan 1924Box 154 \ 3  scan0146
Orders, supply, and testing of steering wheels for 'T' and 'U' series vehicles.25th Mar 1924Box 154 \ 3  scan0147
Standardising steering wheels for the 40/50 chassis, detailing issues with the Dover wheel and plans for a new sample.26th Mar 1924Box 154 \ 3  scan0148
Recurring cracks in Dover Steering Wheels on the 20 HP Chassis and a request to test a renovated wheel.26th Apr 1924Box 154 \ 3  scan0149
Follow-up memo requesting an update on the examination of a patent steering wheel received from Italy.8th Mar 1926Box 154 \ 3  scan0150
Confirming a conversation about an unsuitable special steering wheel covered in soft rubber for a 40/50 HP model.10th Mar 1926Box 154 \ 3  scan0151
The dispatch of a steering wheel sent in for examination.12th Mar 1926Box 154 \ 3  scan0152
Reviewing and rejecting a sample rubber-covered steering wheel from an Italian supplier.15th Mar 1926Box 154 \ 3  scan0153
Letter regarding the procurement of a 'Rougier' flexible steering wheel for experimental purposes.20th Nov 1926Box 154 \ 3  scan0154
New spring steering wheel with finger impressions proposed by Bluemels.22th Aug 1927Box 154 \ 3  scan0155
Requesting to borrow a La Salle steering wheel from General Motors for inspection.22th Nov 1927Box 154 \ 3  scan0156
Acquisition of a La Salle steering wheel from General Motors.25th Nov 1927Box 154 \ 3  scan0157
Optimal size and position of the Phantom steering wheel for driver comfort.5th Mar 1928Box 154 \ 3  scan0158
Request by Mr. A.C. Lovesey to purchase a tested spring-spoke steering wheel.12th Apr 1928Box 154 \ 3  scan0159
Suggesting a price of 5 shillings for a scrap wheel that was about to be broken up.5th May 1928Box 154 \ 3  scan0160
New steering wheels with an increased diameter for the 20 HP, 40/50, Phantom, and India models.30th Aug 1928Box 154 \ 3  scan0161
Extract from a communication about a sample S.S. Steering Wheel.23th Nov 1928Box 154 \ 3  scan0162
Extract from a letter regarding the manufacturing process for a wheel rim's moulded Exonite covering.22th Nov 1928Box 154 \ 3  scan0163


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