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Construction of a rig to study valve spring motion and bounce.18th Jul 1934Box 17 \ 6  Scan300
Superior performance of poppet valve silent tappet plungers compared to ball valves at high speeds.4th Sep 1934Box 17 \ 6  Scan301
Comparison of poppet versus ball valves in G.M. hydraulic tappets, focusing on performance at high speeds.4th Sep 1934Box 17 \ 6  Scan302
Technical explanation of oil leakage and valve riding in hydraulic tappets, comparing different tappet designs.4th Sep 1934Box 17 \ 6  Scan303
Analysis of the action of valve gear, plungers, and valves, focusing on oil flow and quiet running.4th Sep 1934Box 17 \ 6  Scan304
Technical description of a poppet valve's operation and comparison with ball valves.4th Sep 1934Box 17 \ 6  Scan305
Specifications for two new sets of valve springs for the Phantom II engine.6th Sep 1934Box 17 \ 6  Scan306
Instructions for fitting out Test Bed Unit BJ-55 to complete tests on Phantom Silent Tappets.6th Sep 1934Box 17 \ 6  Scan307
Results of 10,000-mile tests on Halford and Cadillac silent tappets and proposing design improvements.6th Sep 1934Box 17 \ 6  Scan308
List of proposed engine modifications regarding valve springs, camshaft, push rods, and tappets.6th Sep 1934Box 17 \ 6  Scan309
Recommendations for redesigning the relief valve and increasing the size of the Bentley oil pump.6th Sep 1934Box 17 \ 6  Scan310
Drawing specifications for Phantom Self-Adjusting Tappets.17th Sep 1934Box 17 \ 6  Scan311
The specifications for double valve springs for the Phantom II model.18th Sep 1934Box 17 \ 6  Scan312
The material specification for a shaft for eccentrics on Phantom Cadillac type silent tappets.18th Sep 1934Box 17 \ 6  Scan313
The material specification for a shaft for eccentrics on Phantom Cadillac type silent tappets.19th Sep 1934Box 17 \ 6  Scan314
Request to modify the clearance for silent tappets on a Phantom II model.24th Oct 1934Box 17 \ 6  Scan315
Modifications required for 28-EX Silent Tappets from a BJ-55 unit.3rd Nov 1934Box 17 \ 6  Scan316
Instructions on how to set silent tappets for an engine.3rd Nov 1934Box 17 \ 6  Scan317
Collapsed oil filter gauze on car 28-EX and requesting a new filter based on design Hs.1595.7th Nov 1934Box 17 \ 6  Scan318
Instructions for the removal and fitting of rocker shafts and tappets.27th Nov 1934Box 17 \ 6  Scan319
Test report on Ph.II Silent Tappets and E.82448 Camshaft.27th Nov 1934Box 17 \ 6  Scan320
Graph plotting power comparisons using Cadillac type silent tappets, showing BHP and MEP against RPM.26th Jun 1931Box 17 \ 6  Scan321
Extremely faded and illegible document with a clear 'Print Room' stamp.27th Nov 1934Box 17 \ 6  Scan322
Development work investigating troubles with push rod operated valve mechanisms in car engines.29th Nov 1934Box 17 \ 6  Scan323
Development of a photographic valve motion indicator to study the difference between actual and theoretical valve lift at speed.29th Nov 1934Box 17 \ 6  Scan324
Analysis of valve gear performance, push rod deflection, and spring surge at various engine speeds using an oscilloscope.29th Nov 1934Box 17 \ 6  Scan325
Schematic diagram of a photographic valve lift indicator.22th Sep 1924Box 17 \ 6  Scan326
Blank page with a Print Room stamp from Derby.29th Nov 1934Box 17 \ 6  Scan327
Four graphs showing Phantom II valve spring rig performance at different RPMs.29th Nov 1934Box 17 \ 6  Scan328
Performance graphs comparing different valve springs and push rod stiffness on a Phantom II valve spring rig.29th Nov 1934Box 17 \ 6  Scan329
Reverse side of a document with a Print Room stamp.29th Nov 1934Box 17 \ 6  Scan330
Testing of .CC125 clearance hydraulic units for Phantom II silent tappets.4th Dec 1934Box 17 \ 6  Scan331
Challenges and considerations of introducing silent tappets on the Phantom model.18th Jan 1935Box 17 \ 6  Scan332
Satisfactory performance of silent tappets fitted to a Phantom car and their potential introduction.28th Jan 1935Box 17 \ 6  Scan333
Viability of producing and fitting silent tappets to the remaining Phantom II chassis.30th Jan 1935Box 17 \ 6  Scan334
Ongoing tests of Phantom II and Spectre engine tappets and the investigation into automatic tappets.30th Jan 1935Box 17 \ 6  Scan335
Need for rig tests on tappets and making the Spectre 'fool-proof' before production.30th Jan 1935Box 17 \ 6  Scan336
Cost of servicing standard tappets and considering the introduction of hydraulic tappets for the Phantom model.31th Jan 1935Box 17 \ 6  Scan337
Noisy tappets on the Phantom II chassis, customer complaints, and the recommendation to introduce hydraulic tappets.4th Feb 1935Box 17 \ 6  Scan338
Test report on the performance of hydraulic adjusted tappets.20th Mar 1935Box 17 \ 6  Scan339
Analysis of the resistance load of plungers in relation to rocker arm loads and clearances.20th Mar 1935Box 17 \ 6  Scan340
Test results for hydraulic tappets, measuring plunger resistance with various loads.20th Mar 1935Box 17 \ 6  Scan341
Test report on the condition of 28-EX engine valves and hydraulic plungers after standing overnight.25th Mar 1935Box 17 \ 6  Scan342
Test results for hydraulic tappet plunger resistance under various loads and clearances.25th Mar 1935Box 17 \ 6  Scan343
Blueprint detailing inlet and exhaust valve timing diagrams for silent tappets.21th Mar 1919Box 17 \ 6  Scan344
Performance of hydraulic tappets on car 104-MY sold to Sir Stewart Duke-Elder.17th Sep 1935Box 17 \ 6  Scan345
Mounting steel artillery wheels on the Phantom model with a new axle.14th Aug 1926Box 17 \ 7  Scan001
From 'R' questioning why smaller road wheels are not used on cars.14th May 1928Box 17 \ 7  Scan002
Standardisation proposal for shorter and lighter wheels and hubs to improve design.2nd May 1928Box 17 \ 7  Scan003
Standardisation report for a new chassis part, detailing fitting information and costs.12th Nov 1928Box 17 \ 7  Scan004
Improving steering on the 'SS' Phantom by increasing the wheel off-set.13th Aug 1928Box 17 \ 7  Scan005
The preliminary test of front wheels with increased off-set to eliminate tramping and snatchy steering.23th Jul 1928Box 17 \ 7  Scan006
Internal request to order tyres from Dunlops for a 40/50 HP car.4th Sep 1928Box 17 \ 7  Scan007
Wheel and tyre size changes for the 'SS' model to lower the car for French conditions.1st Sep 1928Box 17 \ 7  Scan008
Slight modifications to the 'SS' Rear Axle to accommodate a rebuilt wire wheel.21th Sep 1928Box 17 \ 7  Scan009
The requirement for six 20-inch rims for the 'SS' Phantom.22th Oct 1928Box 17 \ 7  Scan010
Specification and parts list for an order of S.S. Road Wheels and Hubs.24th Oct 1928Box 17 \ 7  Scan011
Requesting sets of wheels and hubs for Mr. Royce's car to be completed by the end of November.24th Oct 1928Box 17 \ 7  Scan012
Follow-up regarding an order for S.S. road wheels, hubs, and tyres, requesting a delivery promise from the Dunlop Co.10th Nov 1928Box 17 \ 7  Scan013
Order for three sets of 21-inch wheels and corresponding spare wheel carriers for the S.S. chassis.12th Nov 1928Box 17 \ 7  Scan014
Arrangement for a rear-mounted two-wheel carrier for 'SS' models.14th Nov 1928Box 17 \ 7  Scan015
From coachbuilder Hooper & Co. requesting a wheel for chassis EX 19 to confirm type and size for ordering discs.23th Nov 1928Box 17 \ 7  Scan016
Letter to Messrs. Hooper & Co. regarding the delivery of a wheel for chassis 19-EX.26th Nov 1928Box 17 \ 7  Scan017
Letter to Messrs. Hoopers Ltd. regarding the dispatch of a 21' short hub wire wheel.29th Nov 1928Box 17 \ 7  Scan018
Despatch of a 21-inch wheel with tyre to Messrs. Hoopers for experimental car 19-EX.30th Nov 1928Box 17 \ 7  Scan019
10,000-mile test of car 18-EX, feedback, and development of the 'SS' car.18th Dec 1928Box 17 \ 7  Scan020
Compatibility and testing of different wheel sizes on 18-EX and SS cars.2nd Feb 1929Box 17 \ 7  Scan021
Despatch of a bonnet for car 23-EX to the Carlton Carriage Co.2nd Feb 1929Box 17 \ 7  Scan022
Wheel rim sizes for 'SS' cars, comparing 20 inch and the standard 21 inch options.20th Feb 1929Box 17 \ 7  Scan023
Advantages of smaller wheels and comparing wheel sizes for the 18-EX and 20 HP models.2nd Feb 1929Box 17 \ 7  Scan024
Secret memo querying the decision to use two different wheel sizes for the 'VSS' car, citing potential sales issues.1st Mar 1929Box 17 \ 7  Scan025
Confirming the decision to use smaller wheels on the first 'SS' car.2nd Mar 1929Box 17 \ 7  Scan026
Directive to change the wheel rim size from the standard 21' to 20' for the SS. Chassis - J.2. Series.4th May 1929Box 17 \ 7  Scan027
Confirming the wheel and spare rim specifications for the 'SS' / 21-EX car for use in France.11th Mar 1929Box 17 \ 7  Scan028
Testing the 'SS' engine mounting, detailing challenging road conditions and the resulting radiator wobble and directional instability.2nd Mar 1929Box 17 \ 7  Scan029
The investigation into radiator wobble, testing different chassis and engine mounting configurations.2nd Mar 1929Box 17 \ 7  Scan030
Development avenues and testing schemes for engine damping and frame flexibility.2nd Mar 1929Box 17 \ 7  Scan031
Test run results concerning road wheel diameter, booming noises, and exhaust manifolds.2nd Mar 1929Box 17 \ 7  Scan032
Manifold experiments and body noise testing related to chassis vibration.10th May 1929Box 17 \ 7  Scan033
Urgent request for special wheels for a Phantom vehicle from Messrs. Dunlops.10th May 1929Box 17 \ 7  Scan034
Secret memorandum discussing the appropriate wheel size for 'S.S.' models and the impact on steering and appearance.27th May 1929Box 17 \ 7  Scan035
Wheel and tyre sizes, steering issues, and a proposed change by Dunlop.28th May 1929Box 17 \ 7  Scan036
Telegram requesting spare parts including wheels, spring clips, axle packing and tyres to be sent to Sevres, France.19th Jul 1929Box 17 \ 7  Scan037
On comparative tyre size tests in France, confirming the retention of the 675' diameter and advising communication with Dunlops.17th Jul 1929Box 17 \ 7  Scan038
Comparison of the power output at the road wheels for the Phantom and S.S. cars.22th Aug 1929Box 17 \ 7  Scan039
Graph comparing the power at the road wheels (B.HP) against engine R.P.M. for the S.S. and Phantom models.22th Aug 1929Box 17 \ 7  Scan040
Querying power output differences between SS Experimental Cars and Production Chassis and requesting dynamometer testing.23th Aug 1929Box 17 \ 7  Scan041
Requesting an extension on the temporary admission of parts for chassis 21-EX.26th Aug 1929Box 17 \ 7  Scan042
Expressing caution about standardizing 20-inch wheels with 7-inch tyres until satisfactory tests are completed.12th Jul 1929Box 17 \ 7  Scan043
Specifying the wheel jack requirements for the Phantom II and 20 HP models.27th Sep 1929Box 17 \ 7  Scan044
Objections to carrying two spare wheels at the rear of cars, focusing on increased length and manoeuvrability.29th Nov 1929Box 17 \ 7  Scan045
The effects of fitting two rear spare wheels to the Phantom II, discussing appearance, space, steering, and ride quality.3rd Dec 1929Box 17 \ 7  Scan046
Misunderstanding about the spare wheels for the Prince of Wales' Phantom II car.5th Dec 1929Box 17 \ 7  Scan047
Letter from Rolls Royce of America to Rolls Royce Ltd. discussing the outcome of a Tire and Rim Division meeting regarding wheel choices for the L.H. PII.16th Dec 1929Box 17 \ 7  Scan048
Letter from the Society of Automotive Engineers regarding an Unconfirmed Memorandum of Meeting for the Tire and Rim Division.12th Dec 1929Box 17 \ 7  Scan049
Unconfirmed memorandum of a meeting for the Tire and Rim Division.4th Dec 1929Box 17 \ 7  Scan050
Meeting minutes discussing decisions on standardizing tire and rim sizes.4th Dec 1929Box 17 \ 7  Scan051
Meeting minutes discussing and voting on amendments to tire and rim specifications for passenger and commercial vehicles.13th Dec 1929Box 17 \ 7  Scan052
Meeting minutes concerning revisions to tire and rim standards for commercial vehicles.13th Dec 1929Box 17 \ 7  Scan053
Table detailing S.A.E. standards for balloon tires and rims for passenger cars.4th Dec 1929Box 17 \ 7  Scan054


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