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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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Alterations and experimental work for the 40-50 HP present type chassis.18th Dec 1918Morton \ M11  img122
Piston policy, detailing the advantages of aluminium pistons and outlining four different designs for testing.18th Dec 1918Morton \ M11  img123
State of Dunlop detachable wheels on car 7 CA and proposing standardization on Michelin wheels.9th Jan 1919Morton \ M11  img124
Difficulty jacking up the front wheels on chassis 49 GB and the approved alteration.9th Jan 1919Morton \ M11  img125
Visit to discuss pistons, axles, and gear manufacturing for the 40/50 HP chassis.8th Jan 1919Morton \ M11  img126
Panel milling machines and proposed alterations to the Condor aero engine's induction system, cylinder head, and carburettor.9th Jan 1919Morton \ M11  img127
The design and supply of a speedometer drive for the 500 'After the War' 40/50 HP chassis.11th Jan 1919Morton \ M11  img128
Comparing the weight and strength of square tube bonded radiators versus round tube radiators.17th Jan 1919Morton \ M11  img129
Expecting to receive a model connecting rod for a car engine.17th Jan 1919Morton \ M11  img130
Clutch experiments and a proposal for a progressive clutch design using multiple springs.23th Jan 1919Morton \ M11  img131
From 'E' to 'EH' detailing Mr. Royce's suggestion to improve clutch take-up by introducing flexibility into the anchorage.1st Feb 1919Morton \ M11  img132
Positioning and specifications for starter batteries, including a critique of an existing design.1st Feb 1919Morton \ M11  img133
Specifications required for the production of trial batteries.1st Feb 1919Morton \ M11  img134
Ignition system for a new experimental production car chassis.1st Feb 1919Morton \ M11  img135
Carburettor and ignition system adjustments for improved slow running and preventing engine backfiring.30th Apr 1921Morton \ M11  img136
Distributor make ratio and ignition timing, with a supporting diagram.30th Apr 1921Morton \ M11  img137
Telegram specifying that new short connecting rods should be white-metalled directly onto steel without a bronze shell.6th Feb 1919Morton \ M11  img138
Past trials and future tests for a vacuum feed gasoline system.4th Feb 1919Morton \ M11  img139
Agreeing to continue using whitemetalled bronze bushes for connecting rods on the 40/50 HP chassis.11th Feb 1919Morton \ M11  img140
Likely cause of a collapsing radiator and comparing the performance of round brass tubes versus square or hexagon copper tubes.12th Feb 1919Morton \ M11  img141
The reproduction of the 40/50 HP car ignition system.12th Feb 1919Morton \ M11  img142
Continued memo from 'R.' to 'EFC' regarding timer gaps, manufacturing sets, and new ignition for the 20 HP model.25th Feb 1919Morton \ M11  img143
Mr. Royce's remarks and required modifications for several 40/50 HP chassis piston designs.25th Feb 1919Morton \ M11  img144
Compression ratios and carburettor settings for post-war 40/50 HP chassis.25th Feb 1919Morton \ M11  img145
Design points for a die-cast type piston with high and low piston pins for a 40/50 HP chassis.6th Mar 1919Morton \ M11  img146
Design points for pistons and requesting a revised blueprint.11th Mar 1919Morton \ M11  img147
Ideas for improving gear changing, including synchronisation and free-wheel arrangements.11th Mar 1919Morton \ M11  img148
Modifications to a gear changing mechanism, including a free wheel ratchet and a positive jaw clutch.11th Mar 1919Morton \ M11  img149
Operation of an electrically assisted clutch and gear changing mechanism.11th Mar 1919Morton \ M11  img150
Proposed carburettor design, potential patent issues, and comparison with the current model.11th Mar 1919Morton \ M11  img151
Letter providing feedback on a carburettor sketch, discussing its novelty, patent potential, and suitability for car versus aircraft engines.11th Mar 1919Morton \ M11  img152
Carburettor design, proposing a new system with a diffuser jet to improve performance over existing models.11th Mar 1919Morton \ M11  img153
From R. to E.H. continuing a discussion on carburettor design and performance.17th Mar 1919Morton \ M11  img154
Design of a proposed carburettor for a chassis.17th Mar 1919Morton \ M11  img155
Hand-drawn schematic of a carburettor or similar fuel-air mixing device with labelled components.13th Mar 1919Morton \ M11  img156
Test report on Car 7-CA discussing engine performance with a partially blocked radiator in cold weather.13th Mar 1919Morton \ M11  img157
Radiator modifications and the performance of car 7-CA, specifically regarding an extra water jacket on the induction pipe.13th Mar 1919Morton \ M11  img158
Testing Michelin wheel studs, including thread direction and preventing wheel creep.17th Mar 1919Morton \ M11  img159
Requesting tests to determine the necessity and type (right or left hand) of threads for back nuts on studs.1st Mar 1919Morton \ M11  img160
Requesting an experiment to test the 40/50 HP clutch with different driven members.1st Mar 1919Morton \ M11  img161
Suitability of a Weston instrument for a chassis, comparing it to other models.1st Mar 1919Morton \ M11  img162
Modifications and repairs for Mr. Claremont's cars.1st Mar 1919Morton \ M11  img163
Thermometer to test a 40/50 HP car and to source temperature measuring devices.31th Mar 1919Morton \ M11  img164
Solutions for monitoring and controlling engine water temperature, including thermometers and radiator louvres, and the impact of low-grade petrol.3rd Apr 1919Morton \ M11  img165
Piston design, specifically the location of the piston pin and the use of shorter connecting rods to reduce piston knock.1st Apr 1919Morton \ M11  img166
Feedback on a car's clutch, brake, and ignition performance after a test run.3rd Apr 1919Morton \ M11  img167
Manufacturing of pistons using two scraper rings and die castings in Mr. Hall's alloy.3rd Apr 1919Morton \ M11  img168
Approval to use a wiring tube on the 40/50 HP chassis, similar to one made for aero engines.8th Apr 1919Morton \ M11  img169
Mr. Royce's criticisms of scheme No.365 for a 40/50 HP floatchamber, requesting a new design.14th Apr 1919Morton \ M11  img170
Fuel consumption tests on model 49GB and methods for heating the air entering the carburetter.14th Apr 1919Morton \ M11  img171
Modifications to the 40/50 HP chassis clutch brake.2nd May 1919Morton \ M11  img172
Minutes from a conference regarding the 40/50 HP chassis, detailing instructions for various departments.7th May 1919Morton \ M11  img173
Design specifications for a new hand-controlled louvre frame for the radiator of a 40/50 HP chassis.1st May 1919Morton \ M11  img174
Specifications for radiators, thermostats, thermometers, pumps, and speedometers.1st May 1919Morton \ M11  img175
Hand-drawn schematic of a speedometer drive assembly.25th Oct 1918Morton \ M11  img176
Design of the speedometer drive and the preferred finish for instrument dials.1st May 1919Morton \ M11  img177
Specifications for the finish of instruments and controls, and the layout of the instrument board.1st May 1919Morton \ M11  img178
Notes on the design of the instrument board, bonnet clips, and carburettor float feed.1st May 1919Morton \ M11  img179
Technical notes on carburettor, shock dampers, back axle, brakes, and ignition systems.1st May 1919Morton \ M11  img180
The ignition ballast resistance coil design and the replacement of the C.A.V. lighting set with a Lucas system.1st May 1919Morton \ M11  img181
Hand-drawn schematic of a battery-powered ignition system, showing the placement of the ballast resistance.1st May 1919Morton \ M11  img182
Order for Lucas ignition sets and the specifications for a portable lamp.1st May 1919Morton \ M11  img183
Portable lamps and piston design, including a defective sample, over-oiling, and piston ring pin length.1st May 1919Morton \ M11  img184
Fault with steel stiffening plates on cast-iron pistons and recommending their removal.31th May 1919Morton \ M11  img185
Adoption of Michelin disc wheels over Dunlop wire wheels and wooden wheels.1st Jun 1919Morton \ M11  img186
Tyre and rim standards, including the difficulty of fitting them.1st Jun 1919Morton \ M11  img187
The possible use of a jelly mixture with benzol, detailing experiences with different brands.3rd Jul 1919Morton \ M11  img188
Proposal and specifications for illuminating the instrument board on the 40/50 HP chassis.19th Aug 1919Morton \ M11  img189
Query regarding an oil leak observed at the torque tube joints on the back axle of chassis 7 CA.19th Aug 1919Morton \ M11  img190
Design of rear spring pivots for the 40/50 HP and 20 HP chassis, focusing on retaining the 'U' bolts.8th Aug 1919Morton \ M11  img191
Typed letter discussing poor running, pre-ignitions, and a knock in car 7 CA.19th Aug 1919Morton \ M11  img192
Mr. Royce's findings and proposed modifications for the priming device on the 40/50 HP chassis.1st Aug 1919Morton \ M11  img193
Ignition system improvements, including material choices for springs and magneto accessibility.1st Aug 1919Morton \ M11  img194
Preliminary report on car 1 EX, detailing observations on piston knocking, design, and lubricating oil performance.21th Aug 1919Morton \ M11  img195
Solutions for piston knock through improved engine lubrication methods and oil distribution systems.21th Aug 1919Morton \ M11  img196
Engine performance for Car 1 EX, detailing piston compression, slow running characteristics, and lubrication observations.1st Aug 1919Morton \ M11  img197
Instruction from Mr. Royce to use a semi-flexible scuttle-to-dashboard attachment on all R.R. chassis.1st Aug 1919Morton \ M11  img198
Potential causes and solutions for engine piston knocks.26th Aug 1919Morton \ M11  img199
Capacity of the petrol tank for the 40/50 HP car, its stated vs actual volume, and potential future designs.27th Aug 1919Morton \ M11  img200
The design of 40/50 HP pistons to reduce knocking and improve oil scraping.27th Aug 1919Morton \ M11  img201
Advantages of pistons with low-set rings.11th Sep 1919Morton \ M11  img202
Clarifying the standard allowances for fitting pistons to prevent knocks, with different specifications for various materials.1st Aug 1919Morton \ M11  img203
Failure of a pendulum steering lever, debating material choice, and outlining questions for investigation.27th Aug 1919Morton \ M11  img204
Re-arrangement and modifications for an improved clutch brake on the 40/50 HP chassis.1st Sep 1919Morton \ M11  img205
Proposal to test extra cylinder lubrication to address piston knock under light load.1st Sep 1919Morton \ M11  img206
Use of odd tyre sizes on the 40/50 HP chassis and testing the differential.1st Sep 1919Morton \ M11  img207
Proposing a two-fold satchel with handles as an alternative design for the car's tool kit.1st Sep 1919Morton \ M11  img208
Progress on the issue of piston knocks, focusing on piston design and lubrication improvements with castor oil.5th Sep 1919Morton \ M11  img209
From Mr. Royce regarding proposed improvements to the design of standard bolt heads.12th Sep 1919Morton \ M11  img210
Simplification of bolt production and a request to produce test bolts for standardisation.1st Sep 1919Morton \ M11  img211
Telegram from Royce regarding unsatisfactory engine performance on car 49GB and suggested remedies before a 10,000-mile test.17th Sep 1919Morton \ M11  img212
Diagnosis of a harsh engine feeling in car 49-GB and experiments to fix it.17th Sep 1919Morton \ M11  img213
Engine harshness from slipper wheels, compression ratios, and the work status of experimental cars 1.EX and 49-GB.17th Sep 1919Morton \ M11  img214
Issues and suggested remedies for chassis 49 GB.1st Sep 1919Morton \ M11  img215
Fitting of rear shock absorbers and recommendations for cylinder lubrication.1st Sep 1919Morton \ M11  img216
Issues with the air pump, air pressure system, vibration, and battery leakage on chassis 49 GB.1st Sep 1919Morton \ M11  img217
Continued memo from R. to E.H. detailing issues and suggestions for wire insulation, piston leakage, and clutch lubrication.1st Sep 1919Morton \ M11  img218
Engine harshness, gas leaks, and vibration issues for chassis 49 GB.1st Sep 1919Morton \ M11  img219
With a sketch requesting an inquiry into the production of sylphon tubing for a 40/50 HP chassis.23th Sep 1919Morton \ M11  img220
Parts to be fitted to a car for a 10,000-mile test and their current status.18th Sep 1919Morton \ M11  img221


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