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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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Meeting memo discussing automatic hill holders, standardisation sheets, and petrol filler design.11th May 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0211
Proposing a weekly conference to discuss modifications and production issues for the Wraith model.13th May 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0212
Status update list of vehicle component sections with corresponding part numbers and modification notes.9th May 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0213
Status update list for various automotive sections, including crankcase, radiator, and axle, with part numbers and handwritten notes on modifications and delays.7th May 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0214
Comments on a chassis conference agenda regarding the dynamo armature, exhaust system, and gearbox.14th May 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0215
List of agenda items discussing modifications and corrections for the hand brake, rear road springs, and gearbox servo damper bosses.14th Apr 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0216
Status and issues of various vehicle components including the battery box, rear shackle pin, oil gauge pipe, and bonnet side rest plate.14th Apr 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0217
Report page detailing issues with rubber conduit, Delco ignition coils, and chassis starter switch carbon contacts.10th May 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0218
Proposed cylinder head gasket modification to reduce water leaks.16th May 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0219
Minutes of a chassis conference regarding the Wraith III programme, specifically bearings, oil filter, and radiator.16th May 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0220
Progress report on vehicle component development, testing, and modifications.17th May 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0221
List of modifications and decisions regarding various vehicle components.17th May 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0222
Meeting minutes detailing modifications to carburetter, bumpers, springs, frame, and lighting.17th May 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0223
Minutes of the Chassis Conference held on May 16th, 1938, regarding the Wraith III programme.16th May 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0224
Progress report on various vehicle components and planned modifications.17th May 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0225
List of modifications and notes on various chassis components including wheels, springs, suspension, and engine systems.17th May 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0226
Meeting notes regarding modifications to carburetter, bumpers, springs, and other chassis components.17th May 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0227
List of major items for a Phantom III chassis conference regarding a 10,000-mile test.18th May 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0228
Summary of design modifications for various vehicle components, including their design numbers and remarks.18th May 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0229
List of proposed major items for the Phantom III 10,000-mile test, discussed during a chassis conference.23th May 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0230
List of design modifications and remarks on various vehicle components.18th May 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0231
Chassis conference notes for the Phantom III, detailing proposed items for a 10,000-mile test.23th May 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0232
Table of proposed vehicle modifications with associated cost and implementation remarks.23th May 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0233
Table outlining proposed design changes and modifications with associated cost remarks and handwritten notes.23th May 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0234
Table of remarks on potential changes to vehicle components and their associated costs.23th May 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0235
Meeting minutes from a chassis conference regarding the Bentley III and Bentley 50.23th May 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0236
Minutes from a Chassis Conference regarding the Phantom 111 and other items considered for production.24th May 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0237
Meeting notes on vehicle component modifications, costings, testing, and future production plans for models including the Wraith and Phantom III.24th May 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0238
Notes on manufacturing, costs, and specifications for various car components including Bentley lll and Wraith models.24th May 1936Box 161a \ 2  scan0239
List of proposed modifications and investigations for various car components including filter covers, gearboxes, and pistons.24th May 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0240
Cancelling the Chassis Conference scheduled for 30th May 1938.28th May 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0241
Proposal to establish a production target of 30 engines and gearboxes per week for a new chassis.1st Jun 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0242
Requesting agenda items for an upcoming Chassis Conference.3rd Jun 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0243
Conference agenda discussing new model introductions, cost analysis, and supplier programme continuity.8th Jun 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0244
Statement about the progress of a rationalised programme and the design and development capacity of the Car Division.8th Jun 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0245
Announcing a Chassis Conference.9th Jun 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0246
Invitation to a luncheon in connection with a visit to the Works.9th Jun 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0247
Notice for a Chassis Conference meeting scheduled for Monday 13th June 1938.11th Jun 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0248
Agenda for a chassis conference covering topics on the Phantom III and Wraith models.14th Jun 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0249
Issues with the distributor/ignition coil, engine vibration, and propeller shaft roughness.10th Jun 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0250
Status report on various vehicle models, components, and modifications.10th Jun 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0251
Status report on various vehicle components and models, including disc wheels, bonnet louvres, and a Bentley 50 chassis.16th May 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0252
Vacuum-operated speed changes, petrol fillers, and policies for free-of-charge work.10th Jun 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0253
Naming and status of the Bentley 60 High Power Head Engine and the programme for Bentley III & 50 models.14th Jun 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0254
Notes from a meeting held at Derby discussing the Phantom III, Bentley headlamps, cost reductions, and future policy.14th Jun 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0255
Development decisions for the Wraith model, covering costs, distributor/ignition components, and engine vibrations.15th Jun 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0256
Meeting minutes discussing issues and updates for Wraith and Bentley models.15th Jun 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0257
Report discussing thin engine oils, steering wheel design, Bentley III development, and disc wheels.15th Jun 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0258
Meeting minutes discussing the programme for the Bentley III and updates on the Bentley 50 model.15th Jun 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0259
Meeting notes discussing the Bentley B.50 programme, vacuum-operated gear changes, and petrol filler design.15th Jun 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0260
Report discussing a petrol filler for B.50, free of charge work, B.60 high power head drawings, and ammeter failures on Phantom III and 25/30 models.15th Jun 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0261
Secret internal memo discussing potential names for new Bentley models, 'Sports' and 'Prince'.8th Jul 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0262
Typed list of potential model or project names.8th Jul 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0263
Announcing a Chassis Conference to discuss chassis costs.18th Jun 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0264
Inviting a recipient to a luncheon with the Directors following the Annual General Meeting.24th Jun 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0265
Announcing a conference to be held in the Chassis Conference Room.2nd Jul 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0266
Wraith chassis costs and arranging a preliminary discussion meeting.9th Jul 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0267
Minutes from a chassis conference discussing the Bentley III model, its components, material release, and body design.22th Jul 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0268
Body design proposals for six chassis, including a coupé and production bodies for the Bentley III.24th Aug 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0269
Proposing a conference to define policy on bodywork, including new designs and experimental practices.24th Aug 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0270
Announcing a Chassis conference.14th Sep 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0271
Invitation to a luncheon in connection with Sg's visit to the Works.14th Sep 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0272
Decisions from a Chassis Conference regarding the first Silver Wraith experimental chassis 30.G.VII.15th Sep 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0273
List of design updates and requirements for various car components including engine mounting, servo, and jacks.19th Sep 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0274
Schedule and parts requirements for a B.50 wide track type car, focusing on brakes, servo, and body.15th Sep 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0275
Agenda for a chassis conference discussing modifications for the Phantom III and Wraith models.17th Sep 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0276
Report page discussing ignition coil issues, a replacement Wraith, valve seats, and costs.17th Sep 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0277
Status update document concerning development points for Bentley II and Bentley III models.17th Sep 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0278
Project update on the Bentley 50 car, discussing specifications, bodies, costs, and programme.17th Sep 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0279
Progress report on issues with body brackets and axles, and updates on engine tests and other components.17th Sep 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0280
Notes from a meeting discussing modifications for the Phantom III and Wraith models.22th Sep 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0281
Meeting report discussing production issues and costs related to the Wraith model.22th Sep 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0282
Progress report on developments for Bentley II and Bentley III models.22th Sep 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0283
Meeting notes or status update on the Bentley III project, covering programme, materials, and body design.22th Sep 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0284
The Bentley 50 project, covering cost estimates, programme scheduling for 1939/40, and detailed plans for body and wing design prototypes.22th Sep 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0285
Bentley 50 development, discussing issues with the first car's body, axle modifications, engine testing, and wheelbase comparisons.22th Sep 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0286
General report covering vacuum operated change speeds, free of charge work, and petrol tank fillers for Phantom III and Bentley models.22th Sep 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0287
Short typed memo inviting various staff members to lunch.28th Sep 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0288
Request for agenda items for the Chassis Conference to be held on Tuesday 11th October.5th Oct 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0289
Announcing an intermediate conference regarding Chassis on Tuesday, October 11th.8th Oct 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0290
Inviting recipients to a lunch meeting in the Luncheon Room.10th Oct 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0291
Minutes from a Chassis Conference held on 11th October 1938, discussing the Wraith and Bentley II models.11th Oct 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0292
Technical updates and proposals for the Phantom III model and notes on engine oil testing.11th Oct 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0293
Meeting notes regarding Phantom III updates, a service conference, and free of charge costs.14th Nov 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0294
Request for agenda items for an upcoming Chassis Conference.14th Nov 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0295
Announcing a Chassis Conference in the Board Room.15th Nov 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0296
Requesting a discussion with 'Rm.' about 'Sg's' memo concerning the Chassis Conference.18th Nov 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0297
Inviting staff to a luncheon for a visitor.21th Nov 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0298
Outlining agenda points for an upcoming Chassis Conference.16th Nov 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0299
B.50 project, covering bodies, front wing dies, and trials.16th Nov 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0300
Car performance comparisons, competition, and the development of a Continental species of Bentley.11th Nov 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0301
Potential design improvements by comparing features with a Jaguar.16th Nov 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0302
Conference agenda discussing issues with the Wraith model, specifically cracked valve seats and the propeller shaft.18th Nov 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0303
Progress report on engine vibrations, a new steering wheel, engine oil tests, and a streamline car from France.18th Nov 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0304
Status update on the Bentley V. model covering body orders, dimensions, and component specifications.14th Nov 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0305
Progress report on vehicle specifications, testing, and production readiness.14th Nov 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0306
Body complaints, Bentley 50 body orders, front wing die production, and a car for sales officials.26th Oct 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0307
Cost analysis for a £950 car and a progress report on cast iron and aluminium engine units.26th Oct 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0308
Status update on car development programmes, including the Wraith and Continental models.10th Nov 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0309
Agenda for a conference on 22nd November 1938, discussing various vehicle components.22th Nov 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0310


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