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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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Servicing of Derby-built cars in America.18th Feb 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan305
Observed defects and issues with a new U.S.A. chassis model.27th Feb 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan306
Findings on suction noise, power reduction due to an inlet silencer, and gearbox noise levels.27th Feb 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan307
Graduated markings and minimum level indication for a crankcase oil indicator on a left-hand chassis.3rd Mar 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan308
Request from the US office for a characteristic power curve for the L.H. PII engine.1st Apr 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan309
Graph comparing engine horsepower (HP) against revolutions per minute (R.P.M.) under two different test conditions.4th May 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan310
Letter to Burton at Rolls-Royce America Inc. regarding left-hand drive cars, Delco shock absorbers, and radiator tubes.4th May 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan311
Letter detailing the decision to switch from magneto to battery-only ignition in future cars.4th May 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan312
Letter sent to the US branch regarding a blueprint of the power curve for a Phantom II chassis.4th May 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan313
Graph plotting horsepower against RPM, comparing a water brake test with a dynamometer test at the road wheels.4th May 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan314
Blank page with a purple ink stamp in the bottom right corner.4th May 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan315
Letter discussing management changes, PII body production, chassis inventory, and component sourcing.25th May 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan316
Component issues with Delco shock absorbers and Lucas lamps, and initial road tests of the new PII suspension.25th May 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan317
Performance issues, including lack of low-speed power and steering wobble, with proposed solutions and competitor comparisons.25th May 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan318
Comparison of competitor vehicle specifications regarding wheel sizes, axle ratios, and engine performance, discussing potential design changes.25th May 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan319
Vehicle performance, axle ratios, and the advent of free-wheeling and automatic transmissions.25th May 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan320
Letter discussing engine and transmission development, including the PII model, automatic gears, and the Schneider Trophy.18th May 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan321
Letter from Winchester Repeating Arms Company discussing the supply of radiator tubes and manufacturing equipment.18th May 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan322
Letter from Winchester Repeating Arms Co. to Mr. A.C. Ross suggesting a meeting in Springfield.18th May 1921Box 19 \ 4  Scan323
Letter from Winchester Repeating Arms Company discussing options for supplying radiator tube manufacturing equipment to Derby, England.18th May 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan324
Test drive and performance impressions of car 202-AJS.25th May 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan325
Road test report of a Phantom II car detailing performance, handling, and comfort characteristics.25th May 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan326
Road test report detailing vehicle performance, comfort, and identified faults.24th Feb 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan327
Graph plotting finished car weight against piston displacement for various vehicles.24th Feb 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan328
Owner feedback from J.P. Morgan regarding a starter failure and design suggestions for a Phantom II chassis.21th May 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan329
Feedback from a chauffeur and Mr. Morgan on car performance and components.21th May 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan330
Initial feedback and impressions on the left-hand drive Phantom II model from the Springfield plant.4th Jun 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan331
Letter discussing modifications to the Phantom II, the status of 'H' aero engines, and car improvements like a new gearbox.25th Jun 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan332
Cover note forwarding a supplementary report on the U.S.A. motor industry from the D.O.T. Special Service of Information.10th Aug 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan333
Department of Overseas Trade report on the US motor industry's production figures for the first half of 1931.7th Aug 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan334
Market analysis of the US automotive industry, focusing on competition, sales trends, and new models.7th Aug 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan335
Chrysler's business activities, new car development, and competition with Ford and Chevrolet.7th Aug 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan336
Summary of new Packard models and a Society of Automotive Engineers meeting discussing car design.7th Aug 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan337
Table of production figures in units of cars for various American auto companies from February to May 1931.7th Aug 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan338
Comparison table of production figures for various American car manufacturers over four months.7th Aug 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan339
Table comparing the production output of Packard, REO, Studebaker, and Willys-Overland over four months.17th Aug 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan340
Overheating on an L.H. P.11, highlighting a confusion regarding bonnet shutters.17th Aug 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan341
Letter from Rolls-Royce of America concerning overheating issues with L.H. Phantom II cars during hot weather.5th Aug 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan342
Overheating issues with L.H. Phantom II cars in the U.S.A. and potential cooling solutions.21th Aug 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan343
Letter from the Chief Engineer in Springfield to Mr. Hives in Derby regarding the status of 'H' engines in the USA.22th Aug 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan344
Handling of a valuable file requested by the American Service Department.28th Aug 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan345
Letter discussing the business situation at the Springfield plant and developments in the 25 HP model.28th Aug 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan346
Information to the R.R.A.I. service depot.29th Aug 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan347
Amended contract with an American company, reducing a chassis order and outlining revised terms.2nd Sep 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan348
Letter discussing car performance issues, specifically engine sluggishness and carburettor settings on the PII model.15th Sep 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan349
Letter discussing business challenges, staffing cuts, and the Schneider Trophy.2nd Sep 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan350
Questioning the carburetor settings for cars in the USA.5th Oct 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan351
Letter to A.E. Ross at the Springfield, U.S.A. factory expressing sympathy and requesting photographs and feedback on Phantom II cars.3rd Oct 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan352
Phantom II complaints and sending Sports Car details to the American market.4th Nov 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan353
Letter from the American branch to the UK regarding Phantom-II cars, the Croyden coachwork, and chassis issues.20th Oct 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan354
Phantom II complaints, photographs of Continental models for the American market, and coachbuilder relations.4th Nov 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan355
Confirming a letter has been sent to Mr. Ross with an attached copy.11th Nov 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan356
Letter to Rolls-Royce of America providing feedback on car body designs from the Coachbuilding Sub-Committee.11th Nov 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan357
Comparison of American car body design features against their own, focusing on pillars, ventilators, hinges, and wings.11th Nov 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan358
Proposed itinerary of places to visit in the U.S.A.18th Dec 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan359
Letter to A. Ross Esq. regarding a planned visit by staff to the USA plants.18th Dec 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan360
Short memo confirming that a personal letter will be written following a visit to the United States.19th Dec 1931Box 19 \ 4  Scan361
Letter from the Vice President of the American branch announcing his departure and new position.4th Jan 1932Box 19 \ 4  Scan362
Letter regarding a personnel change and arrangements for a visit from UK staff.8th Jan 1932Box 19 \ 4  Scan363
Visit to the U.S.A. in March 1932, reviewing the American automobile industry.31th Mar 1932Box 19 \ 4  Scan364
Report page on the performance of 12-cylinder American cars and recent technical advancements by General Motors.31th Mar 1932Box 19 \ 4  Scan365
Report comparing engine specifications and manufacturing practices with American competitors.31th Mar 1932Box 19 \ 4  Scan366
American automobile manufacturing practices, component outsourcing, production scale, and economic conditions.31th Mar 1932Box 19 \ 4  Scan367
Automotive market trends and technical developments in brakes, cooling, and steering.31th Mar 1932Box 19 \ 4  Scan368
Technical report discussing clutch operation, suspension progress, and developments in easy-change gearboxes.31th Mar 1932Box 19 \ 4  Scan369
Automotive technology developments, including rubber bonding, free wheels, engine mountings, and fuel improvements.31th Mar 1932Box 19 \ 4  Scan370
American automotive developments covering fuel, chassis, engine, and design trends.31th Mar 1932Box 19 \ 4  Scan371
Car requirements for the American market, comparing performance and considering a new smaller model.31th Mar 1932Box 19 \ 4  Scan372
Diagrams of a new muffler design, an exhaust tuning chamber, and a gearbox shaft assembly.8th Apr 1932Box 19 \ 4  Scan373
Organizational chart of the General Motors engineering and research divisions.24th Mar 1932Box 19 \ 4  Scan374
Cover letter forwarding remaining particulars and prints following discussions in Springfield.14th Apr 1932Box 19 \ 4  Scan375
Information bulletin regarding modifications for left-hand drive P.2 cars in America.14th Apr 1932Box 19 \ 4  Scan376
Instructions for modifying radiator mountings, engine feet clearance, and frame dampers to resolve movement and vibration issues.9th Apr 1932Box 19 \ 4  Scan377
Despatch note for sending experimental parts to R.R. of America Inc. for testing on L.H. cars.9th Apr 1932Box 19 \ 4  Scan378
Isolated customer complaints of booming, radiator jellying, and poor carburation.19th Apr 1932Box 19 \ 4  Scan379
Information for dealing with left-hand drive cars in America, covering engine mounts and thermostats.19th Apr 1932Box 19 \ 4  Scan380
Instructions for resolving radiator movement, engine mounting clearance, and updating friction material.2nd May 1932Box 19 \ 4  Scan381
Letter from Rolls-Royce of America regarding technical issues with 'Booming' and radiator movement discussed with Mr. W.A. Robotham.2nd May 1932Box 19 \ 4  Scan382
Steering 'jagger' issue in Left-hand Phantom II cars for the Canadian market.14th Dec 1932Box 19 \ 4  Scan383
Steering shock ('jagger') on Left-Hand Phantom II cars and the potential cost of improvements.19th Dec 1932Box 19 \ 4  Scan384
Letter from the American branch to the English branch regarding an issue with glazed servo liners on PII cars.16th Feb 1933Box 19 \ 4  Scan385
Letter to Rolls-Royce of America regarding the procedure for restoring glazed servo linings.28th Feb 1933Box 19 \ 4  Scan386
Supply of updated L.H.Phantom II chassis to the American Company, considering engine and gearbox modifications.16th Nov 1933Box 19 \ 4  Scan387
American market, potential risks, and required chassis modifications for left-hand drive.16th Nov 1933Box 19 \ 4  Scan388
Numbered list of 20 vehicle modifications and features for enclosure.16th Nov 1935Box 19 \ 4  Scan389
Possibilities of creating a left-hand drive Phantom II for the American market by modifying the existing gearbox.29th Nov 1933Box 19 \ 4  Scan390
Request to arrange insurance for Phantom car 18-EX and its driver, F. Dodd, for a trip to France.7th Dec 1928Box 19 \ 5  Scan001
Memo from France regarding arrival, the status of car 14.EX, and a future meeting.15th Oct 1928Box 19 \ 5  Scan002
Request for a report on the K.S. petrol gauge's overnight performance during hot weather in France.21th Jan 1929Box 19 \ 5  Scan003
To Mr. Dodd about sending a special spanner for removing a valve cap on the rear dampers.9th Apr 1929Box 19 \ 5  Scan004
Letter from Dodd to Hives regarding a departure from France being delayed due to adverse weather.9th Apr 1929Box 19 \ 5  Scan005
Broken O.S.R shock damper and proposed temporary repair.17th Apr 1929Box 19 \ 5  Scan006
Letter regarding Mr. Royce's health and travel arrangements.16th Jul 1929Box 19 \ 5  Scan007
Final preparations for chassis 18-MX, including its delivery to London, resolving body rattles, and arranging a mechanic for a demonstration.16th Jul 1929Box 19 \ 5  Scan008
Letter on hotel stationery detailing steering modifications and feedback.21th Jul 1929Box 19 \ 5  Scan009
On Red Lion Hotel letterhead regarding vehicle modifications and travel plans.21th Jul 1929Box 19 \ 5  Scan010
166-mile road test with positive feedback on the car's performance and springing compared to the Phantom.22th Jul 1929Box 19 \ 5  Scan011
Feedback and required adjustments for car 18-EX after a publicity run.25th Jul 1929Box 19 \ 5  Scan012
Responding to criticisms regarding car 18-EX, covering issues with coachwork, speedometer, and steering.29th Jul 1929Box 19 \ 5  Scan013
Page two of a memorandum discussing a technical suggestion for loading a side-steering-tube.14th Sep 1929Box 19 \ 5  Scan014


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