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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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Instructions concerning the correct setting of valve clearances, cam timing, and timing chain tension on engine R 11 C.29th Apr 1914Box 2 \ B002_X168  00000001-page237
The life of front axle pivots during bumping tests.29th Apr 1914Box 2 \ B002_X168  00000001-page238
Test report on the durability and life of different front axle pivot designs.29th Apr 1914Box 2 \ B002_X168  00000001-page239
Internal instruction sheet regarding a modification to a spring mounting.7th May 1914Box 2 \ B002_X168  00000001-page240
Instructions to proceed with ordering parts for an experiment on steering pivots.7th May 1914Box 2 \ B002_X168  00000001-page241
Extract from Mr. Platford's report on steering issues with cars during the Spanish Grand Prix.1st Apr 1919Box 2 \ B002_X168  00000001-page242
Internal instruction sheet outlining modifications to a vehicle's suspension, steering, engine, and wheels.1st Apr 1919Box 2 \ B002_X168  00000001-page243
Double rear brakes and weak torque tubes, quoting Mr. Royce on personnel workload.11th Aug 1914Box 2 \ B002_X168  00000001-page244
Bumping test of longer and stronger buffer springs of round section wire in a side steering tube.20th Aug 1914Box 2 \ B002_X168  00000001-page245
Standardisation of longer and stronger buffer springs for the side steering tube.27th Aug 1914Box 2 \ B002_X168  00000001-page246
The fitment of pivots, part number F.2352/3, to car number 2141 and other series.19th Oct 1914Box 2 \ B002_X168  00000001-page247
List of experiments carried out and parts removed from Chassis 2300.22th Oct 1914Box 2 \ B002_X168  00000001-page248
Asking Mr Thrupp for his preference on an interior finish that needs matching.1st Nov 1924Box 2 \ B002_X168  00000001-page249
Modifications to the lean of steering pivots to improve vehicle stability and address low speed wobble.12th Nov 1915Box 2 \ B002_X168  00000001-page250
Investigation and testing of steering wobble issues.15th Nov 1915Box 2 \ B002_X168  00000001-page251
Adjustments to the lean of steering pivots and proposals for further experiments.15th Nov 1915Box 2 \ B002_X168  00000001-page252
Experiment on Double Rear Brakes combined with old type Torque Tubes.16th Nov 1914Box 2 \ B002_X168  00000001-page253
Suggesting a destructive test on an old type torque tube when combined with double rear brakes.16th Dec 1914Box 2 \ B002_X168  00000001-page254
Text, likely a company name or signature on a document fragment.6th Jan 1915Box 2 \ B002_X168  00000001-page255
The test of old type weak torque tubes with double hour brakes.6th Jan 1915Box 2 \ B002_X168  00000001-page256
Stating that the experiment on double rear brakes and old type weak torque tubes is to be abandoned.27th Jan 1916Box 2 \ B002_X168  00000001-page257
Angle and rake of steering pivots in relation to changes in the car's rear height.17th Nov 1915Box 2 \ B002_X168  00000001-page258
List of new and experimental parts fitted to Humper Chassis X.1131.2nd Oct 1919Box 2 \ B002_X168  00000001-page259
The minimum satisfactory life for springs, axle pivots, and steering levers on a bumping rig.1st Sep 1928Box 2 \ B002_X168  00000001-page260
Blank page with page number 171.3rd Oct 1923Box 3 \ 1  01-page001
Engine vibrations and potential improvements to the frame and engine mounting.3rd Oct 1923Box 3 \ 1  01-page002
Numbered, otherwise blank, archival page.6th Nov 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page003
Departmental memo requesting the fitting and strength testing of a new die-cast steering wheel.6th Nov 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page004
Strength and deflection test results comparing a die-cast steering hand wheel with a standard sand-cast version.19th Nov 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page005
Failure at the casting point.5th Dec 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page006
Urgent instruction to send a partially machined steering hand wheel to the Experimental Department.19th Nov 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page007
Experimental card detailing tests on a steering hand wheel, including deflection measurements under load.6th Dec 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page008
Test results for die-cast and sand-cast wheels, measuring rim deflection under increasing loads.23th Dec 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page009
Departmental memo requesting a report on the strength of supplied steering wheels.7th Jan 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page010
Departmental memo chasing an overdue report on steering wheels.15th Jan 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page011
Methodology for testing steering hand wheels made of various metals.31th Jan 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page012
Test results and failure analysis for a special annealed die-cast aluminium steering wheel.31th Jan 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page013
Test report on the failure of a die-cast unannealed aluminium steering wheel under load.31th Jan 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page014
Test results for a sand-cast, unannealed aluminium steering wheel, showing load versus deflection data and fracture analysis.31th Jan 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page015
Report comparing the strength and appearance of different hand wheels after fracture testing.3rd Feb 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page016
Departmental memo regarding the correspondence and experimental card for the strength tests of various steering hand wheels.3rd Feb 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page017
From F.H.R. regarding tests on steering hand wheels, stating they are strong enough and die-cast versions are preferable.3rd Feb 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page018
Results of steering hand wheel strength tests and the adoption of die-cast wheels as standard.5th Feb 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page019
Delay in dispatching a large diameter steering wheel for chassis 7 CA.13th Feb 1914Box 3 \ 1  01-page020
List of modifications including springs, shock absorbers, clutch, steering, and a new 24° angle radiator.6th Mar 1914Box 3 \ 1  01-page021
Reallocation of an 18' diameter steering hand wheel to the Northcliffe chassis.9th Mar 1914Box 3 \ 1  01-page022
Delivery and testing of three large steering wheels at the request of Mr Royce.18th Aug 1914Box 3 \ 1  01-page023
And reply concerning the allocation of large steering wheels for the Northcliffe chassis.16th Mar 1914Box 3 \ 1  01-page024
Mr. Royce's requested modifications to an 18' steering wheel model.16th Dec 1922Box 3 \ 1  01-page025
Design and construction of a larger steering wheel for the 40/50 model, comparing it to the Goshawk version.26th Apr 1923Box 3 \ 1  01-page026
Examination of a patent steering wheel received from Italy.5th Feb 1936Box 3 \ 1  01-page027
Mostly blank page with the handwritten number 173 at the top.16th Jul 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page028
Letter to Mr. Nadin concerning engine instructions for chassis 1649.16th Jul 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page029
Instructions for the engine specifications of Chassis 164B, to be similar to the 'Sluggard' car.15th Mar 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page030
Relaying Mr. Royce's instructions for an experimental car to remain at the works for fitting new parts, rather than being sent to France.30th Apr 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page031
Departmental memo discussing issues with helical gears and inverted springs, and requesting a review of ventilated side guards.30th Apr 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page032
Departmental memo discussing the performance of a spring coupling and balance weights.30th Apr 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page033
Departmental memo detailing experiments on crankshaft balance weights and high compression pistons.30th Apr 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page034
Departmental memo detailing specifications and modifications for engine components including piston rings, induction pipe, carburettor, coil, magneto, and tappets.30th Apr 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page035
Departmental memo discussing the performance of a cotton fabric clutch, R.B.F. ball bearings, and frame trusses.28th Mar 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page036
Departmental memo detailing observations on various vehicle components such as the axle, dynamo and wheels.28th Mar 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page037
Departmental memo detailing special modifications and parts supplied with a car.8th Sep 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page038
Cover note sending r Platford's report concerning chassis 1649 to Mr Royce.8th Sep 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page039
Departmental memo confirming arrangements to send car 1649 to Mr Royce for fitting experimental parts and exchanging it for car 2004.31th Aug 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page040
Delayed despatch of Chassis 164B to Crowborough.3rd Sep 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page041
Departmental memo regarding the altered Chassis No. 1649, requesting updated records for future spare parts supply.4th Sep 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page042
Instructions to the Experimental Department to provide complete records and drawing numbers for the considerably altered Chassis 1649.4th Sep 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page043
Querying the status of completed record cards for Chassis 1649.10th Sep 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page044
Sending Mr. Harkness's original report on the timing gears for chassis 1649.23th Sep 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page045
Correcting the record card description for engine gears on chassis 1649 from helical to old standard spur wheels.25th Sep 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page046
Page with handwritten number 174 in the top right corner.4th Feb 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page047
Instructions to cast two pedal gap plates in different gauge metals without strengthening ribs or bosses.4th Feb 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page048
Instruction sheet for experimental pedal gap plates.21th Feb 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page049
Departmental memo regarding Experiment 174, concerning the fixing of sheet Aluminium Cap Plates to experimental chassis.22th Feb 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page050
Instruction sheet regarding experiments with hardening a rear gap piece.21th Feb 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page051
Instruction to fit sheet aluminium Pedal Gap Plates on all Experimental Chassis.22th Feb 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page052
Instructions for fitting a 16's S.W.G. sheet aluminium pedal gap plate to chassis 2200.1st Mar 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page053
Instruction sheet confirming the fitting of Pedal Gap Plates to two chassis.14th Mar 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page054
Request for a report on Pedal Gap Plates made from thinner metal fitted to specific chassis.11th Apr 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page055
Experiment No. 174 regarding pedal gap plates made from thinner metal.15th Apr 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page056
Blank page with the handwritten page number 175.19th Oct 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page057
Performance of a ½ inch Whittle belt for a dynamo drive on a 171E car.19th Oct 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page058
Note comparing belt maintenance on a Lanchester with a Lucas Lighting Set to a Rolls-Royce with a C.A.V. set.30th Jan 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page059
Testing the stretching of 1/2 inch dynamo belts before use.4th Feb 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page060
The performance, wear, and recommended running-in procedure for dynamo belts.4th Feb 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page061
Blank document page with the number 176 handwritten at the top.4th Feb 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page062
Blank page with the handwritten page number 177 at the top.22th Sep 1911Box 3 \ 1  01-page063
Improving the lubrication of a cam mechanism with make and brake contact.22th Sep 1911Box 3 \ 1  01-page064
To Mr. Badin regarding the lubrication of the cam mechanism with make and break contact, requesting a reply to a previous letter.20th Oct 1911Box 3 \ 1  01-page065
The lubrication of a cam mechanism with make and break contact.8th Jul 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page066
Instructions regarding a scheme for drip feed lubrication of a cam mechanism with a make and break contact.3rd Oct 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page067
Departmental memo regarding the lubrication of the cam mechanism with make and break contact.1st Jan 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page068
Departmental memo regarding the lubrication of a cam mechanism for a make and break contact.7th Feb 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page069
Blank document page with a handwritten page number '181'.8th Feb 1911Box 3 \ 1  01-page070
Letter discussing a noisy car body, the potential use of a Kellner body for testing, and caution regarding a new four-inch engine.8th Feb 1911Box 3 \ 1  01-page071
New engine development strategy, the importance of extensive testing before standard production, and referencing specific engine types.30th Oct 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page072
Extract from a memo regarding an extraordinary rumble and vibration on car 2095.30th Oct 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page073
Meeting notes discussing a suggestion by Mr. Barrington regarding engine rattles and the transmission of rotary vibrations to the chassis.4th Dec 1911Box 3 \ 1  01-page074
Noisy car body, the unsuitability of a Kellner body, and cautioning against the early adoption of a new four-inch engine.8th Feb 1911Box 3 \ 1  01-page075
Internal discussion regarding the development and testing of a new engine type before standardizing production.8th Feb 1911Box 3 \ 1  01-page076


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