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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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Postponing experiments on car 58-GN.9th May 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan030
Final arrangements for Chassis No. 104 MY after completion by Barkers.16th May 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan031
Transfer of Marles Weller steering parts to a new car and the release of other experimental parts.24th May 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan032
Requesting urgent modifications to the braking proportion on two Continental Trials Cars.24th May 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan033
Instruction to replace existing Lucas twin horns with a newer model with chromium-plated grilles on car 104-MY.24th May 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan034
Modifying the front braking on Continental Trials Cars 20-MY and 2-MY.25th May 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan035
Non-standard parts to be replaced on chassis 58-GN before being placed on the sales list.25th May 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan036
Requesting the dispatch of parts to improve the braking on two demonstration cars for continental trials.26th May 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan037
Short internal memo acknowledging a previous correspondence and confirming action will be taken.26th May 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan038
Modifications to Continental Trials Cars 20-MY and 2 MY.26th May 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan039
Faults on car 104-MY, including carburetter, starter, and clearance issues, which is being sent for investigation.26th May 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan040
Buffer clearance, spring, and weight specifications for car 104.MY.2nd Aug 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan041
Request for an update on the completion of work for a new car chassis, No.104-MY, and its return to London.6th Jun 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan042
Replacing non-standard parts on car 58-GN, referred to as Sg's Car.2nd Jun 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan043
Requesting car 58-GN for two days to remove its Marles steering for use on car 104-MY.9th Jun 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan044
Parts to be replaced on chassis 58-GN to make it a saleable motor car.12th Jun 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan045
Moving car 58-GN to remove parts, and the urgent completion of car 104-MY for loan to King Feisal of Iraq.12th Jun 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan046
List of modifications required for car 104-MY.13th Jun 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan047
Page detailing a requirement to fit 1350 lbs. standard low rating springs.13th Jun 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan048
Replacement of non-standard parts on car 58-GW.14th Jun 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan049
Replacing non-standard parts on a car and its planned return to Lillie Hall.15th Jun 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan050
Test drive report and list of faults for Chassis 104-MY.16th Jun 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan051
Steering considerations, along with a list of chassis and body faults found during a vehicle test.16th Jun 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan052
Delay in returning car 104 MY due to trouble fitting automatic shock dampers, requiring body removal and side brake lever alteration.16th Jun 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan053
Specification of work carried out by the Experimental Department on Chassis 104.MY, Engine Unit No.KB.25.20th Jun 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan054
List of components and assemblies including steering, dampers, and gearbox mechanisms.20th Jun 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan055
List of modifications and part updates for the front axle dampers, radiator, rear axle, and flywheel/clutch.20th Jun 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan056
Specification of work carried out by the Experimental Department on Engine Unit No.KB.25 and its associated gearbox.21th Jun 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan057
Revised electrical equipment specification for Chassis 104.MY and Engine Unit KB.25.21th Jun 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan058
Despatch of a Damper Control Instrument Board Flange for Chassis 104 MX.22th Jun 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan059
Dispatch of an ashtray removed from chassis 104 MY.23th Jun 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan060
List of modifications carried out on car 104-MY.23th Jun 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan061
Correcting the type of steering fitted to chassis 104-MY to a Marles-Weller type.24th Jun 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan062
Confirming an appointment and parts required to fit controllable shock absorbers to a customer's car.20th Jul 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan063
Confirming arrangements to work on a car's controllable shock absorbers.21th Jul 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan064
Fitting and testing of Tele-control Shock Absorbers on various cars.29th Aug 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan065
The fitting, testing, and setting of Telecontrol shock absorbers.31th Aug 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan066
Arranging for the fitting of variable control shock absorbers to specific trial cars.1st Sep 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan067
Requesting the fitting of Hartford Tele controls to a demonstration limousine and the procurement of necessary parts.1st Sep 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan068
Confirming that Hartford Tele-controls will fit the standard brackets on chassis 102-MY.6th Sep 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan069
Clarifying an error regarding a standard chassis and requesting the correct brackets for tele-control shock absorbers.5th Sep 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan070
The preparation and forwarding of parts for Tele-control Shock Absorbers for chassis 102-MY.7th Sep 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan071
Issues with fitting independent air vent pipes to chassis 20-MY and GRW-32, causing difficulty in filling the petrol tanks.1st Sep 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan072
Complaints of petrol fumes related to the petrol tank's air vent pipes.11th Sep 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan073
Unauthorized special fittings for petrol tank air vent pipes being added to demonstration cars.1st Sep 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan074
Application of independent air vent pipes on petrol tanks to resolve issues with fumes entering car bodies.12th Sep 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan075
Acknowledging a communication about independent air vent pipes for a petrol tank.13th Sep 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan076
Urgent request for a car with specific steering and a long chassis for a client trial run.13th Sep 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan077
Proactive modification of petrol tank air vent pipes on two demonstration cars.14th Sep 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan078
Carburetter modifications to prevent flooding on car 104-MY.23th Sep 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan079
Installation of controllable shock dampers and associated controls on a specific car.23th Sep 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan080
Noisy H.T.3 Hydro Tele-control shock absorbers and the proposed solution.1st Sep 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan081
Arranging a trial for a Phantom car fitted with Telecontrol shock absorbers.4th Oct 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan082
Short memo arranging for comparative road tests of controlled hydraulic dampers.6th Oct 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan083
Availability of Chassis No. 104-MY for a coachbuilding design reference.10th Oct 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan084
Return of Chassis No. 104-MY to London.11th Oct 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan085
Communication regarding Chassis Number 104-MY, acknowledging a previous message.12th Oct 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan086
Monitoring controllable dampers on a car and their potential fitting to a Phantom chassis.29th Oct 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan087
Test results and observations for controllable dampers and shock absorbers on car 104-MY, including a report of steering wobble.30th Oct 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan088
Initial driving impressions and comparison arrangements for controllable dampers fitted to car 104-MY.30th Oct 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan089
Fitting of hydraulic shock absorber control to Lord Herbert Scott's car, chassis 65-MW.14th Nov 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan090
Necessary alterations to convert a car for controllable shock dampers.16th Nov 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan091
Requesting the removal of a cylinder head to investigate why a No.11 valve is sticking.21th Nov 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan092
Passenger sickness in Lord Herbert Scott's car, discussing potential issues with the springing and shock absorbers.22th Nov 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan093
Technical memo discussing the suspension characteristics and recommended changes for Chassis 65-MW for Lord Herbert Scott.21th Nov 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan094
Fitting controllable shock absorbers to Lord Herbert Scott's car to address passenger sickness.27th Nov 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan095
Message arranging for car No. 20-G-4 to be sent to Derby for decarbonisation and adjustments.27th Nov 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan096
Fitting stiffer springs to Lord Herbert Scott's car.27th Nov 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan097
Suspension issues on Chassis 65-MW for Lord Herbert Scott, recommending a change from low-rated to standard springs.21th Nov 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan098
Replacing controllable dampers with standard rear springs for Lord Herbert Scott's car.28th Nov 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan099
Letter concerning the springs and tyre pressures for Chassis 65 MW belonging to Lord Herbert Scott.28th Nov 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan100
Springing report detailing vehicle weight distribution and ride comfort complaints.11th Nov 1932Box 18 \ 4  Scan101
Arrangements for Lord Herbert Scott's car, specifically a trial with controllable dampers and sending standard rear springs.1st Dec 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan102
Confirming the dispatch of two standard rear road springs for vehicle 65-MW.4th Dec 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan103
Positive driver feedback on the Marles steering system for car 104-MY.19th Dec 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan104
Memo suggesting giving a customer a chance to test a modification against the standard model, acknowledging a grievance and a potential for increased backlash.29th Dec 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan105
Repairs to the front brakes of car 104-MY due to an oil leak from a pivot.29th Dec 1933Box 18 \ 4  Scan106
Request to build up four shock damper valve chambers for car 104-MY.10th Jan 1934Box 18 \ 4  Scan107
Request for a car to be available at Cricklewood to have the front damper loads reduced.15th Jan 1934Box 18 \ 4  Scan108
Difficulties with controllable shock dampers on car 104-MY, requiring further testing.18th Jan 1934Box 18 \ 4  Scan109
Confirming the availability of a car at Cricklewood following a telephone conversation.19th Jan 1934Box 18 \ 4  Scan110
Requesting a Phantom car, 104-MY, to be brought to Derby for a steering comparison with a 40/50 model.28th Apr 1934Box 18 \ 4  Scan111
Request to bring a Phantom 104-MY to Derby for a steering comparison with a 40/50 model.28th Apr 1934Box 18 \ 4  Scan112
Fitting a 28-gallon petrol tank to car 104-MY, with subsequent handwritten cancellation and instruction.5th May 1934Box 18 \ 4  Scan113
Requesting details on work carried out on car 104-MY and reporting a lost pair of shoes.10th May 1934Box 18 \ 4  Scan114
Modifications and testing feedback for car 104-MY.10th May 1934Box 18 \ 4  Scan115
Returning a pair of shoes left in car 104-MY via a Graham-Paige car.12th May 1934Box 18 \ 4  Scan116
Fitting a larger tank and silent tappets to car 104-MY, questioning the use of Halford type parts over Cadillac ones.25th May 1934Box 18 \ 4  Scan117
The fitting of a larger petrol tank, gauge, and silent tappets to car 104-MY.25th May 1934Box 18 \ 4  Scan118
Fitting of Halford tappets, a 'Cadillac scheme', and a new tank and gauge to various cars.29th May 1934Box 18 \ 4  Scan119
Communication regarding the despatch of a large tank and petrol gauge, and the sourcing of Cadillac tappets.30th May 1934Box 18 \ 4  Scan120
Request to send a petrol tank and gauge to Lillie Hall.31th May 1934Box 18 \ 4  Scan121
Works order for the supply of a 28 Gallon Petrol Tank and its components for chassis 104-MY.1st Jun 1934Box 18 \ 4  Scan122
Works order detailing the components for a revised swan neck assembly supported from the rear cross-member.1st Jun 1934Box 18 \ 4  Scan123
Works order detailing parts and quantities required for chassis 104-MY, to be sent to Cricklewood.1st Jun 1934Box 18 \ 4  Scan124
From Sg. to Hs. discussing potential modifications for car 104-MY, including valve tappets, axle ratio, and engine decarbonisation.7th Jul 1934Box 18 \ 4  Scan125
Fitting Cadillac type silent tappets, changing an axle and decarbonising an engine.13th Jul 1934Box 18 \ 4  Scan126
Arrangements for a car (104-MY) to be taken to Derby, considering the August Bank Holiday works closure.16th Jul 1934Box 18 \ 4  Scan127
The fitting and return of modernised shock dampers between several chassis.24th Jul 1934Box 18 \ 4  Scan128
Requesting the shortening of levers and a steering check for chassis 104-MY.30th Jul 1934Box 18 \ 4  Scan129


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