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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 requested for replacing broken or damaged parts on Chassis 1718 following an overhaul for second-hand sale.27th Jan 1914Box 20 \ 11  Scan057
List of cars currently in the Experimental Shop.27th Jan 1914Box 20 \ 11  Scan058
The potential sale of an experimental chassis.18th Apr 1914Box 20 \ 11  Scan059
Sale of an experimental chassis and a proposal to build one from existing parts.20th Apr 1914Box 20 \ 11  Scan060
The construction and sale of an experimental chassis from repurposed parts.28th Apr 1914Box 20 \ 11  Scan061
The current location of specific chassis originally reserved for experimental purposes.20th May 1914Box 20 \ 11  Scan062
Providing an update on the status and location of several experimental chassis.20th May 1914Box 20 \ 11  Scan063
The availability of an experimental chassis for sale.4th Jul 1914Box 20 \ 11  Scan064
Sale of an experimental chassis, stating none are currently available for disposal.7th Jul 1914Box 20 \ 11  Scan065
Sale of experimental car chassis 2301, noting its reinforced cracked frame.9th Jul 1914Box 20 \ 11  Scan066
Request for a high-mileage car for testing improvements, with a handwritten response detailing specific engine and brake tests to be conducted.8th Sep 1914Box 20 \ 11  Scan067
Running of an experimental car to test new Ferodo lined brakes.9th Sep 1914Box 20 \ 11  Scan068
Supply of a car for testing new scraper ring pistons and Ferodo brake liners, with a handwritten reply.11th Sep 1914Box 20 \ 11  Scan069
Changing Mr. Hanbury's car, 49 EB, to an experimental open touring model.14th Sep 1914Box 20 \ 11  Scan070
The sale of a new Kellner Double Limousine Body to the Admiralty and crediting the Experimental Department.25th Sep 1914Box 20 \ 11  Scan071
Potential disposal and valuation of Experimental Car No. 2301.29th Sep 1914Box 20 \ 11  Scan072
Preparation of experimental cars for sale to the War Office or Admiralty.30th Sep 1914Box 20 \ 11  Scan073
Specifications for various vehicle chassis numbers.1st Oct 1914Box 20 \ 11  Scan074
Inquiring with the Sales department about the likelihood of selling four specific cars to the War Office or Admiralty.1st Oct 1914Box 20 \ 11  Scan075
Instruction to the Repair Department to overhaul four chassis for sale as second-hand cars.2nd Oct 1914Box 20 \ 11  Scan076
Clarification on the prices for chassis and car bodies for sale.28th Oct 1914Box 20 \ 11  Scan077
To the Repair Department regarding incorrect record cards for experimental cars undergoing overhaul.5th Oct 1914Box 20 \ 11  Scan078
Clarifying that the Sales department is responsible for setting the price for chassis and bodies.6th Oct 1914Box 20 \ 11  Scan079
The withdrawal of an experimental car from sale.6th Oct 1914Box 20 \ 11  Scan080
Instruction to the Repair Department to re-build chassis 2300 instead of parting with it.6th Oct 1914Box 20 \ 11  Scan081
Letter explaining that an experimental car cannot be spared for use due to others being sold or requisitioned.6th Oct 1914Box 20 \ 11  Scan082
To Mr Pope confirming the sale of the body for Chassis 15 LB, which belonged to the Experimental Department.7th Oct 1914Box 20 \ 11  Scan083
Policy memo regarding the disposition of cars in the Experimental Department.7th Oct 1914Box 20 \ 11  Scan084
Progress report on the Northcliffe and Williamson chassis, and chassis 3000.7th Oct 1914Box 20 \ 11  Scan085
Instruction note requesting the use of a car for a Sunday afternoon.9th Oct 1917Box 20 \ 11  Scan086
Explaining the history of a partly-finished car body that was cancelled by Mr Royce.20th Oct 1914Box 20 \ 11  Scan087
Fitting a body to chassis 2301 and arranging a customer demonstration.3rd Nov 1914Box 20 \ 11  Scan088
Internal memorandum concerning the completion of record cards for three specific chassis, with a handwritten reply.9th Dec 1914Box 20 \ 11  Scan089
Letter regarding record cards for chassis 2301, 2200, and 2100E, explaining the experimental filing system.9th Dec 1914Box 20 \ 11  Scan090
Report with conflicting handwritten notes on the completion status and required parts for chassis 2301, 2200 and 2100E.14th Jul 1938Box 20 \ 11  Scan091
The expenses for preparing a car for experimental purposes.9th Feb 1915Box 20 \ 11  Scan092
Dispute over charges for cleaning the 1200 car for experimental purposes.3rd Feb 1915Box 20 \ 11  Scan093
Insurance coverage for a lighting battery destroyed by a short circuit on chassis 1926.22th Feb 1915Box 20 \ 11  Scan094
Car loaned to Mr. Ionides for the purpose of designing a special suspension.30th Mar 1915Box 20 \ 11  Scan095
Internal memorandum regarding the sale of the 'Mystery' and reusing its parts on a Northcliffe and Williamson chassis.4th Apr 1915Box 20 \ 11  Scan096
Current fleet of experimental cars and the possibility of selling one.21th Apr 1915Box 20 \ 11  Scan097
Status of experimental cars and seeking a decision on whether to sell one.26th Feb 1913Box 20 \ 11  Scan098
Options for building a new experimental car, considering a replica of the 49GB or a compromise using Northcliffe parts.26th Feb 1915Box 20 \ 11  Scan099
The handover of car 1200 from the Experimental Department for sale.14th May 1915Box 20 \ 11  Scan100
Instruction suggesting the addition of the letter 'X' to the number of all experimental chassis for identification.7th May 1915Box 20 \ 11  Scan101
The re-numbering of experimental chassis with the suffix 'X' to prevent errors with spare parts.7th May 1915Box 20 \ 11  Scan102
The status of experimental chassis 7CA and 49GB, detailing modifications and delays.22th Jun 1915Box 20 \ 11  Scan103
Status report on various cars including a Mercedes chassis, a Delaunay-Belleville, and a Daimler.22th Jun 1915Box 20 \ 11  Scan104
Noting that the Sales department was informed about an item for sale.8th Jul 1915Box 20 \ 11  Scan105
Whether to sell car 1926, deferring the decision until other experimental cars are returned.8th Jul 1915Box 20 \ 11  Scan106
Whether to sell car 1926 and the required repairs for car 49GB.9th Jul 1915Box 20 \ 11  Scan107
Prioritizing work on a car returning from Holmes Bros over aero engine work.16th Jul 1915Box 20 \ 11  Scan108
Conditions under which experimental car 1926 can be sold.16th Jul 1915Box 20 \ 11  Scan109
The delay of experimental car 49GB due to a supply issue with wings, and a proposal to sell car 1926.6th Aug 1915Box 20 \ 11  Scan110
Giving instructions for the sale of experimental Chassis 1926X as a second-hand car.9th Aug 1915Box 20 \ 11  Scan111
Internal query requesting further particulars for chassis 1926X, with handwritten notes detailing its specifications.10th Aug 1915Box 20 \ 11  Scan112
Suggesting a Delaynay-Belleville vehicle be taken to Derby for examination by the chief draughtsmen.10th Aug 1915Box 20 \ 11  Scan113
List of particulars for chassis 1926X, including the body, steering, rims and horns.11th Aug 1915Box 20 \ 11  Scan114
The stock-taking of experimental and demonstration cars at Derby and their potential for sale.29th Jan 1931Box 20 \ 11  Scan115
Request for a reply regarding three experimental cars at Derby for stock-taking.10th Nov 1915Box 20 \ 11  Scan116
The status and ownership of various cars and chassis at Derby.20th Nov 1915Box 20 \ 11  Scan117
Comparing an estimate for an open touring body with pre-war prices and requesting information on other body makers.18th Dec 1918Box 20 \ 11  Scan118
List of missing parts and faults on a test chassis received in the Experimental Department.24th Feb 1920Box 20 \ 11  Scan119
The sale of four American cars and a request for their cost.14th Jan 1922Box 20 \ 11  Scan120
Condition and pricing of second-hand American cars received from the U.S.A.26th Jan 1921Box 20 \ 11  Scan121
Requesting a list of experimental cars and their running costs for a report.14th Sep 1921Box 20 \ 11  Scan122
List of cars under the control of the Experimental Department, with specifications and performance data.15th Sep 1921Box 20 \ 11  Scan123
Requesting arrangements for a person named Roy to use specially tested cars and inquiring about the current testing routine.14th Sep 1923Box 20 \ 11  Scan124
Information from Mr. Hives to reply to a paragraph in an attached document.18th Sep 1923Box 20 \ 11  Scan125
The unlogged removal of cars from the Experimental Department at night.13th Dec 1923Box 20 \ 11  Scan126
Clarifying regulations for cars leaving the Experimental Department via the private gate.14th Dec 1923Box 20 \ 11  Scan127
Clarifying the regulations for cars leaving the Works via the private gate and the requirement for a pass-out ticket.14th Dec 1923Box 20 \ 11  Scan128
Memo requesting the return of a document with remarks.14th Dec 1923Box 20 \ 11  Scan129
Instructing that a proper Log Book be supplied to the Experimental Department to comply with the law.17th Dec 1923Box 20 \ 11  Scan130
Listing cars in the Experimental Department, including those for 4-wheel brake experiments.7th Jan 1924Box 20 \ 11  Scan131
Complaining about a lack of response regarding potential engine failures and a decline in the spirit of the Experimental Department.7th Jan 1924Box 20 \ 11  Scan132
Potential failures, production readiness, and initial road test faults of the EAC-1 engine.10th Jan 1924Box 20 \ 11  Scan133
Listing engine and steering faults, followed by a defense of the Experimental Department's critical testing policy.10th Jan 1924Box 20 \ 11  Scan134
Page from a memo defending a critical stance towards experimental testing.8th Feb 1924Box 20 \ 11  Scan135
List of cars and chassis in the experimental shop, detailing their status and modifications.8th Feb 1924Box 20 \ 11  Scan136
Status report on various 20 HP cars and other makes, detailing their current condition and plans for disposal.19th Feb 1924Box 20 \ 11  Scan137
Adding two cars, Hawk-Northcliffe and 1-G-1, to the list of cars in the experimental shop.19th Feb 1924Box 20 \ 11  Scan138
List of cars in the Experimental Shop, detailing their chassis, body, accessories, and value.1st Jul 1924Box 20 \ 11  Scan139
Valuation list of various cars, detailing their chassis, body, and accessories.10th Jul 1924Box 20 \ 11  Scan140
Chasing an outstanding list of Aero Engines for the Experimental Department stock.10th Jul 1924Box 20 \ 11  Scan141
Potential issue regarding cars sent to France and Sales, and arranging a meeting to resolve it.1st Sep 1924Box 20 \ 11  Scan142
Listing cars being removed from the experimental list and their current status.1st Sep 1924Box 20 \ 11  Scan143
Outlining the procedure for testing and approving experimental cars.1st Sep 1924Box 20 \ 11  Scan144
List of cars in the Experimental Department with their current status and usage.30th Sep 1924Box 20 \ 11  Scan145
Providing an update on the status and location of various company cars.15th Dec 1924Box 20 \ 11  Scan146
Requesting a list of cars in the Experimental Department to be cleared for sale.15th Dec 1924Box 20 \ 11  Scan147
Status and sale recommendations for three experimental cars.18th Dec 1924Box 20 \ 11  Scan148
The status of cars 48-PK and 59-PK, and the modification of other cars into 'V' series chassis.1st Jan 1925Box 20 \ 11  Scan149
Disposal of an obsolete 40/50 HP chassis.1st Jan 1925Box 20 \ 11  Scan150
Listing the status and location of cars in the Experimental Department.19th Jan 1925Box 20 \ 11  Scan151
Continued list updating the status and departmental location of specific vehicles.2nd Feb 1925Box 20 \ 11  Scan152
Inventory and valuation list of cars in the Experimental Department.2nd Feb 1925Box 20 \ 11  Scan153
Details on an experimental 20 HP, 2-seater test-body car, not for standard production.24th Jun 1925Box 20 \ 11  Scan154
List of cars in the Experimental Department with their specifications and status.24th Jun 1925Box 20 \ 11  Scan155
Quarterly note requesting confirmation on the continued need for cars in the experimental department.30th Jun 1925Box 20 \ 11  Scan156


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