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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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Future discussion about springing and ride control to be held in Derby.14th May 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan117
Application of an anti-roll torsion rod for ride control, including a schematic diagram of the mechanism.15th May 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan118
Required chassis modifications for the 20/25 HP, Phantom, and Spectre models.15th May 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan119
Improvements in springing and ride control, agreeing to take advantage of it and arranging a car for trial.16th May 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan120
On hotel letterhead regarding an encounter with a customer and a road test.16th May 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan121
Describing a vehicle's poor ride quality, specifically the pitching and the damping system.16th May 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan122
Letter on hotel-headed notepaper detailing a vehicle inspection.16th May 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan123
Modifications and a road test of a car, including governor adjustments and damper checks.9th Oct 1937Box 17 \ 1  Scan124
Car's handling, discussing the anti-roll rod, damping, and customer complaints of sea sickness and rolling.9th Oct 1937Box 17 \ 1  Scan125
Note discussing a customer's car, its use as a town carriage, and the potential need for stiffer road springs.9th Oct 1937Box 17 \ 1  Scan126
Customer feedback regarding vehicle suspension and a comparison with an Austin 20 HP9th Oct 1937Box 17 \ 1  Scan127
Memo outlining a plan of action for a customer's car regarding the replacement of the rear springs.9th Oct 1937Box 17 \ 1  Scan128
Letter on hotel stationery about the urgency of satisfying a customer, Mrs Burgess, to prevent reputational damage.23th May 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan129
Customer complaint regarding incorrect low-rated springs and a proposal to change the policy for fitting springs to owner-driven cars.23th May 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan130
Springing complaint on car 39-RY and recommending spring setup changes.25th May 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan131
Follow-up letter regarding a customer complaint about vehicle springing on chassis 27-RY.25th May 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan132
Suitability of low rated springs for the 40/50 HP chassis following a customer complaint.30th May 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan133
Customer's complaint regarding car springing issues and the subsequent modifications.31th May 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan134
Short typed message to Burgess in Bristol regarding the return of a car.17th May 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan135
Performance of low-rated springs and shock absorbers for the 40/50 HP chassis.5th Jun 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan136
Letter to a customer suggesting alterations to improve the ride of her car, including new springing and seat cushions.13th Jun 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan137
Letter to Mr Leslie about testing a car during a trip to London for Ascot week.16th Jun 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan138
Modifications and issues with a customer's car, chassis 27-RY.26th Jun 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan139
Telegram informing the Experimental Department of a car being sent to Derby.26th Jun 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan140
Letter discussing arrangements for a customer to try different seat cushions for their car to ensure comfort.12th Jul 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan141
Letter fragment discussing the cost of a cushion and the car's suspension.12th Jul 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan142
Customer requirements for chassis 2-PY (Stubbs), car suspension issues, and improvements to governor units.12th Jul 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan143
The trial of a solid latex rear seat cushion for a customer.13th Jul 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan144
Complaint letter about a car's handling, described as being like a 'switchback'.13th Aug 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan145
Letter to a customer regarding car comfort issues and potential remedies.31th Aug 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan146
Complaint from Mrs. F.C. Burgess about car 27-RY, detailing arrangements for repairs and a loan car.26th Sep 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan147
Complaint case memo detailing communications regarding a loan car for Mr. F.O. Burgess, chassis 27-MX.25th Sep 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan148
Table documenting changes to the road spring periodicities for Burgess' Car 27 R.Y.27th Sep 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan149
Alterations for the independent suspension on the 27-EX model.27th Sep 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan150
Requesting an update on a complaint case for F.C. Burgess - 27-RY.2nd Oct 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan151
The resolution of a springing complaint for car 27-RY by adjusting shock damping.6th Oct 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan152
Complaint case report regarding car springing and subsequent modifications for car 27-RY.8th Oct 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan153
Customer letter inquiring about a possible wheel change by mistake and a noisy front shock absorber.16th Oct 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan154
Letter signed by V. Farrow regarding taking a car out for the first time.23th Oct 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan155
Wheel discs and a noisy shock damper on Mr. Burgess' car, 27-RY.23th Oct 1934Box 17 \ 1  Scan156
The arrangement of the starting handle gear on the SS engine, referencing drawing N.sch. 2684.1st Sep 1928Box 17 \ 2  Scan001
Methods for the starting handle shaft tunnel through 'SS' radiators, noting Mr. Royce's preferred option.9th Sep 1928Box 17 \ 2  Scan002
The failure of starting handle E.78308, noting sheared pins and suggesting the spindle be plated rather than painted.29th Nov 1928Box 17 \ 2  Scan003
Insufficient clearance for the starting handle through the radiator, requesting an increase in space on production cars.13th Sep 1929Box 17 \ 2  Scan004
Potential ignition timing issue with the Low Inertia Spring Drive on the Phantom II.2nd Oct 1929Box 17 \ 2  Scan005
Outlining desired features for a car after a 10,000-mile test, including under-bonnet tool storage, a reverse light, and standard bumpers.23th Dec 1929Box 17 \ 2  Scan006
The 10,000 miles test, specifically the rear light switch, starting handle, and bumpers.31th Dec 1929Box 17 \ 2  Scan007
Modification proposals for the starting handle, including different carrying and storage options.6th Jun 1930Box 17 \ 2  Scan008
Standardisation of a starting handle with a shaft left in position on the car.24th Jul 1930Box 17 \ 2  Scan009
Problem and suggested modification for the starting handle bracket covers on 20/25 and Phantom II models.27th Mar 1934Box 17 \ 2  Scan010
Drawings for a modified hollow dashboard and steering adaptations for a chassis.1st Oct 1925Box 17 \ 3  Scan001
Introduction of a stepped dashboard to improve steering column support and its effect on scuttle room.11th Nov 1925Box 17 \ 3  Scan002
Observations on car body design, seating arrangements, tyres, and suspension.11th Nov 1925Box 17 \ 3  Scan003
Use of balloon and ordinary tyres on the 20 HP and Phantom models.25th Nov 1925Box 17 \ 3  Scan004
New lighter front axle and steering arrangements for the Phantom model.25th Nov 1925Box 17 \ 3  Scan005
The arrangement of the steering column in the frame and future modifications.27th Nov 1925Box 17 \ 3  Scan006
Modifications to the steering box and rocker shaft.1st Dec 1925Box 17 \ 3  Scan007
Modifications to the front axle, steering levers, and associated components, including changes to bolt sizes.19th Dec 1925Box 17 \ 3  Scan008
Dispatch of a front axle drawing (N.sch.2102) with details on steering connections and clearances.19th Dec 1925Box 17 \ 3  Scan009
Modifications required to adapt the dashboard for 'C' and 'D' type steering.8th Jan 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan010
Modifications to the dashboard casting for 'C' & 'D' type steering columns.22th Jan 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan011
Revised steering position drawing N.sch. 2126 for a steering box with a large worm.22th Jan 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan012
Minimum alterations required for the dashboard to accommodate a large worm box.22th Jan 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan013
Alternative arrangements for a damped pendulum lever, awaiting final approval from Mr. Royce.26th Jan 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan014
Modifications for the EAC.7 dashboard and steering support due to differences from the EAC.8 model.2nd Jun 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan015
Design of a stepped cast dashboard and modifications to the steering column support.10th Jun 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan016
Improvements to the steering on model EAC.8 using a lighter front axle.10th Jun 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan017
Proposed modifications to the steering column stay on an EAC. 8 chassis cast dash.12th Jun 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan018
Requesting information on the body type for the first EAC.V11 chassis to proceed with steering design.17th Jun 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan019
Improvements and required modifications for a prototype vehicle based on road testing.26th Jun 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan020
Test drive report for car 12-EX detailing feedback on steering, automatic advance, engine vibration, and other components.22th Jul 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan021
Steering wheel vibrations on the 12-EX car, proposing an experiment to address the issue.23th Jul 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan022
The lightened front axle on the 12-EX car and a complaint investigation.12th Aug 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan023
Investigation of steering troubles on the 12-EX car in France.1st Aug 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan024
High-speed wobble and road shock tests for the 12 EX - EAC VIII, detailing axle and tyre performance.14th Aug 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan025
Report comparing the effects of tyres, shock dampers, and steering settings on vehicle wobble.14th Aug 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan026
Steering friction, with proposals for stronger front springs and adjustments to hydraulic dampers.14th Aug 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan027
The effects of toe-in, friction on steering, and spring controlled steering movement.14th Aug 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan028
Vehicle wobble intensity tests comparing different tyres and dampers.16th Aug 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan029
Letter discussing the despatch of springs, modifications for the 12-EX axle, steering quality, and tyre recommendations.16th Aug 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan030
Communication regarding traction tyres from Dunlops, steering compromises, and the dispatch of a friction device.18th Aug 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan031
Request for a report about steering troubles on car reference HS1/LG13826.18th Aug 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan032
Test on out of centre point steering and its effects on shocks and wobbles.18th Aug 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan033
Steering wobble issues in the 12-EX car, tracing the cause to Dunlop balloon tyres.18th Aug 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan034
Phantom steering issues, attributing the problem to balloon tyres and proposing a hydraulic damper solution.8th Aug 1925Box 17 \ 3  Scan035
Layout and modification of a side steering tube.3rd Nov 1925Box 17 \ 3  Scan036
Steering improvements for the EAC.S model, involving a lighter front axle, spring-loaded steering joints, and a different buffer spring.10th Jun 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan037
Experimental information on steering and dampers for the 12-EX, exhaust cutouts for the 20 HP, and battery ignition points.19th Aug 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan038
Central lubrication scheme for the New Phantom.20th Aug 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan039
Completion of mileage for the 12-EX car and subsequent steering experiments in France.20th Aug 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan040
Steering troubles on car 12-EX and a proposed solution of adding friction to the pivots.20th Aug 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan041
Investigation into steering wobble issues on car EAC-V111, attributing them to Dunlop tyres and a new axle.20th Aug 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan042
High-speed wobble issues, comparing different tyre types and the effect of dampers on steering performance.20th Aug 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan043
Tests on steering friction, cross steering tubes, and hydraulic dampers to reduce high and low-speed wobbles.20th Aug 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan044
Tests to improve high-speed steering control, reduce wobbles, and enhance ride comfort through load balancing and tyre selection.20th Aug 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan045
Findings on steering, front springing, and the performance of a new axle with various wheels and tyres.20th Aug 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan046
Steering and suspension improvements for the 12-EX car, with a plan for further tests.21th Aug 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan047
Steering tests conducted in France on a new front axle and side steering tube springs.21th Aug 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan048
Steering performance tests, analysing the effects of different spring strengths on road shock absorption and driver control.21th Aug 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan049
New arrangement of a side steering tube with spring-based shock absorption.21th Aug 1926Box 17 \ 3  Scan050


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