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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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Inquiry regarding the original dispatch of parts for chassis 21 EX.30th Jul 1929Box 18 \ 3  Scan020
Delaying the road test of vehicle 21-EX due to foggy weather.16th Dec 1929Box 18 \ 3  Scan021
Advising of a delay in delivering a car to London due to trouble.17th Dec 1929Box 18 \ 3  Scan022
Axle noise in car 1-WJ, the replacement of hypoid gears, and a discussion on the effectiveness of Whitmore's Compound lubricant versus ordinary axle oil.18th Dec 1929Box 18 \ 3  Scan023
Noisy axle complaint due to deteriorated oil, leading to further investigation and testing of alternative oils.19th Dec 1929Box 18 \ 3  Scan024
Complaint about poor springing control and ride comfort in car 29-WJ, with instructions for repair.19th Dec 1929Box 18 \ 3  Scan025
Letter regarding an unresolved axle issue and the ongoing search for alternative rear axle oils.19th Dec 1929Box 18 \ 3  Scan026
Brief typed memo chasing a delivery date due to further trouble.19th Dec 1929Box 18 \ 3  Scan027
Analysis of a hypoid axle failure on chassis 1-WJ, due to the separation of Whitmore Compound Oil causing insufficient lubrication.20th Dec 1929Box 18 \ 3  Scan028
Testing and potential modification of a car's springing and suspension.20th Dec 1929Box 18 \ 3  Scan029
Customer complaints and internal disagreement regarding the springing of the 29-WJ model.23th Dec 1929Box 18 \ 3  Scan030
Investigation into a hypoid axle failure on chassis 1-WJ, attributing it to lubrication issues.23th Dec 1929Box 18 \ 3  Scan031
Fitting of stronger springs to car 29-WJ and the resulting trade-offs in ride comfort.24th Dec 1929Box 18 \ 3  Scan032
Rear axle noise on vehicle 1-WJ due to lubricant failure and a request for further diagnostic information.31th Dec 1929Box 18 \ 3  Scan033
Sir Henry Segrave's feedback on the Trials 1-WJ car, focusing on its semi-sports capabilities and safety.3rd Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan034
Report discussing vehicle performance issues including radiator 'jellying', vibrations, and braking.3rd Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan035
Overheating, plug trouble, brakes, fuel starvation, and arranging a test drive at Brooklands.1st Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan036
Noise development in a rear axle, discussing lubrication and the hypoid gear teeth.1st Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan037
Phantom II riding quality, tyre pressures, and spring bedding issues.3rd Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan038
Sir Henry Segrave's criticisms on engine vibration, plug trouble, and brake performance.4th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan039
Report discussing vehicle performance issues regarding brakes, chassis, and radiator, particularly for car WJ-1 in relation to Sir Henry Segrave's expectations.4th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan040
Report comparing acceleration with a Hispano, with proposed modifications for a sports car including springs, shock absorbers, tyre pressures, and gear ratios.4th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan041
Letter discussing fitting special parts to a car, testing vehicle WJ-1 at Brooklands, and arranging a meeting.6th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan042
Confirming travel plans for road tests and visits to Ricardo's and Hawkers due to the Brooklands track being closed.6th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan043
'PN' to 'Hs' arranging a road test and discussion on car 1-WJ, following criticism from Sir H. Segrave.1st Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan044
Sir Henry Seagrave's criticisms of vehicle 1-WJ and modifications for his chassis, 80-WJ.7th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan045
Note on heavy gearbox oil consumption in Phantom II models, suggesting the cause is oil leakage from the tail end bearing.8th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan046
Investigation into a clutch chirp on a trials car, with a recommendation to drill and pin clutch brake push rods.10th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan047
Arranging for a car to be sent for investigation after tests on the Welwyn By-pass revealed extensive 'jellying' of the front frame.13th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan048
Cause and resolution of oil leaks from the No. 2-WJ gearbox.13th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan049
Trial results for Chassis 25-WJ, focusing on suspension, tyre performance, and the horn.13th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan050
Water leak in an aluminium cylinder head caused by tube oxidation.13th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan051
The delivery and urgent return of a Phantom II demonstration car.14th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan052
Proposed new design for the front number-plate bracket on the Phantom II.15th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan053
Difficulties with gear-changing and proposing a free-wheel device.16th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan054
Discussions with Sir Henry Segrave regarding issues and modifications for his Phantom II car.15th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan055
Modifications and supply preferences for Sir Henry Segrave's motor boat engine project.16th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan056
The issues of a Phantom II test car, including body boom, vibration, and harsh springing, concluding it is unsuitable for demonstration.16th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan057
Options for a faulty car, either for internal use after repairs or for sale as a Phantom II.16th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan058
Questioning if the oil loss from a 2-WJ gearbox on the Phantom II should be classified as 'very small'.16th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan059
From PN arranging a visit to Derby to discuss 'jellying' issues and test a special chassis.16th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan060
Clerical error regarding gearbox modifications and the policy implications of fitting a free wheel device.17th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan061
Suspension and tyre modifications for the 25-WJ Paris Trials Car for Continental touring.17th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan062
Road surface friction tests, braking distances, and tyre performance comparisons.17th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan063
Anodical treatment of aluminium cylinder head tubes.17th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan064
Loss of oil from a Phantom II gearbox.17th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan065
Arranging for the 29-WJ car to be brought to Derby for a trial.17th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan066
Springing issues, 'booming' and 'bumping' on a Phantom II trials car.17th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan067
Arranging a meeting for comparative tests between a Phantom II with a Solex carburetter and a standard model.23th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan068
Criticism of car 29-WJ's springing, comparing it to 1-WJ, and proposing a potential improvement process.24th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan069
Humorously describing an issue with the front tyres, suggesting the involvement of Edgar Wallace or Heath Robinson.24th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan070
Over-inflated tyres on car 29-WJ, discussing comfort issues and recording tyre pressure readings.24th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan071
Failure of hypoid gears due to a lack of oil during the 1-WJ London Trials.28th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan072
Oil for hypoid rear axles and investigating gear trouble on a Phantom II car.28th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan073
Lubrication issues and potential causes for failure in hypoid rear axles.29th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan074
Shock absorber modifications by changing washer thicknesses for Chassis 25-WJ, the Paris Trials Car.31th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan075
The Paris Trials Car, Chassis 25-WJ, detailing springing improvements and difficulties with tyre testing.31th Jan 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan076
Requesting the return of car No.1.WJ, sent for experiments in connection with 'jellying'.11th Apr 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan077
Requesting the removal and sending of a new pattern Lucas Centre lamp for inspection.11th Apr 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan078
Correcting the heading in a previous communication regarding a Centre Lamp.11th Apr 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan079
Confirming the dispatch of a 1-WJ Centre Lamp in response to a request.14th Apr 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan080
Query regarding the availability of an experimental car for the Chairman's tour of the Dolomites.4th Apr 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan081
Confirming telephoned instructions to send a driver to bring a car back to London from Derby.15th Apr 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan082
Confirming a car will be available for continental use during the first week of July.23th Apr 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan083
The return of a car for removal of non-standard parts and its urgent delivery to London.23th Apr 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan084
The failure to fix 'radiator jellying' on car 1-WJ and a request to retain it for further work.23th Apr 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan085
Arrangements for a car and driver for Lord Wargrave, potentially involving a German demonstration car.24th Apr 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan086
Arrangement of a car for Lord Wargrave.25th Apr 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan087
Results and proposed cure for a 'radiator jellying' issue on the 1-WJ model.28th Apr 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan088
Leaving car 1-WJ for investigation into a radiator jellying problem.29th Apr 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan089
Internal correspondence regarding the body style requirements for Lord Wargrave's new car.29th Apr 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan090
Arranging a car trial for a Friday, conditional on whether standard parts need to be removed.30th Apr 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan091
Positive test results for radiator jellying.30th Apr 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan092
Arranging a meeting with Sir Henry Segrave for car demonstrations and tests.1st May 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan093
Brief note regarding a meeting at Bignall's Corner with cars 80-WJ and 1-WJ.1st May 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan094
Meeting about fixing a radiator 'Jellying' problem on a Phantom II and a Trials Car.2nd May 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan095
From Sg. to Hs. regarding the positive results of a test on radiator jellying.5th May 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan096
Specifications and load calculations for springs fitted to a centre point radiator mounting.6th May 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan097
Recommended decarbonizing mileage for chassis 19-RC.20th May 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan098
Customer's feedback on engine decarbonising for a Phantom II.19th May 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan099
Requesting comments on a previous communication regarding chassis No. 19-RC.26th May 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan100
Chasing a reply regarding chassis 19-RC.30th May 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan101
Response to a query about the effectiveness of air and oil cleaners on chassis 19-RC.2nd Jun 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan102
Follow-up letter regarding arranging a car for Lord Wargrave's tour of the Dolomites.12th Jun 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan103
Outlining arrangements for Lord Wargrave's tour in the Dolomites, including his car and driver requirements.12th Jun 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan104
Follow-up note regarding car arrangements for Lord Wargrave and a query about Dodd.13th Jun 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan105
Request to use an experimental car for endurance testing during a holiday in the Lake District.12th Jun 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan106
Confirming arrangements for a driver named Dodd for Lord Wargrave's tour in the Dolomites.13th Jun 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan107
Communication promising to provide a car but unable to specify the model at present.18th Jun 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan108
Short memo regarding the scheduling of Lord Wargrave's Tour in the Dolomites.19th Jun 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan109
Road test report on experimental New Silent Tread Tyres fitted to car 1-WJ.23th Jun 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan110
Arrangement for an inspection of the 'Foreign Propaganda car' (chassis 4-XJ) in Derby to assess its condition after a strenuous tour.24th Jun 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan111
The performance and mechanical issues of a 'Propaganda Car' after a 10,000-mile tour.25th Jun 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan112
Vehicle issues including damaged undersheets, body rattles, and criticism of coachwork design and construction.25th Jun 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan113
Issues found with the rear wheel carrier, petrol tank, and rear springs, with suggestions for improvements.25th Jun 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan114
Short typed memo rescheduling a car collection from Wednesday to Friday.30th Jun 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan115
Letter regarding the inspection of a 'Phantom II' after a 10,000-mile rough road test for overseas propaganda purposes.30th Jun 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan116
The bodywork issues and performance of a 40/50 HP Phantom II car, 12-XJ.21th Jun 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan117
List of bodywork defects for a 40/50 HP Phantom II car, model 12-XJ, used for overseas propaganda.21th Jun 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan118
Confirming a visit to Derby and requesting a car for use on that day.19th Jun 1930Box 18 \ 3  Scan119


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