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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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Advice memo for the forwarding of one chassis from the Conduit Street location.7th Feb 1922Box 21 \ 5  Scan054
List of contents for a D.F.P. car tool kit.20th Feb 1922Box 21 \ 5  Scan055
Arrangements for sending for a D.F.P. car chassis.20th Feb 1922Box 21 \ 5  Scan056
To Mr. Hives confirming a chassis, fitted with a box body, is ready for collection at Lillie Hall.18th Feb 1922Box 21 \ 5  Scan057
Cancelling a trial run and arranging for a car to be sent to Derby for a seat to be fitted.14th Feb 1922Box 21 \ 5  Scan058
Telegram from Royce to Hives enquiring about the D7P chassis.14th Dec 1922Box 21 \ 5  Scan059
The purchase and transport of a D.F.P. chassis from Lillie Hall to Derby for a body to be fitted.16th Feb 1922Box 21 \ 5  Scan060
Acquisition and modification of a 10.HP. D.F.P. car for experimental coachwork.26th Jan 1922Box 21 \ 5  Scan061
Specifications of a D.F.P. car, a trial run arrangement, and requesting particulars of a 10.HP Peugeot chassis.18th Jan 1922Box 21 \ 5  Scan062
From Hs. proposing a visit to Mr. Royce with either a Marmon or Essex car being unloaded at Liverpool.15th Nov 1920Box 21 \ 6  Scan001
Retention, testing, and disposal of various American cars.23th Nov 1920Box 21 \ 6  Scan002
Arranging the trial of an 'Essex' car and requesting a written report for Mr. Royce.27th Nov 1920Box 21 \ 6  Scan003
Test drive report and critique of an Essex car's performance.29th Nov 1920Box 21 \ 6  Scan004
Road test report on a car's performance, noting its speed limitations and the positive qualities of its clutch.29th Nov 1920Box 21 \ 6  Scan005
Evaluation and testing of cars received from America, including the Marmon, Buick, Essex, and Dodge.11th Dec 1920Box 21 \ 6  Scan006
Performance data from the Ticknall Hill Test comparing Essex, Dodge, and Buick cars.22th Dec 1920Box 21 \ 6  Scan007
Four American cars for sale and a request for their cost price.14th Jan 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan008
Mr. Royce's request to return a Marmon car to Derby and exchange it for an Essex car.14th Jan 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan009
Requesting an order be sent to Messrs Sanderson to paint the damaged rear wings of an Essex Car before it is sent to Mr. Royce.18th Jan 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan010
Technical specifications and performance test results for an Essex Car.19th Jan 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan011
Specification sheet for an Essex Car detailing engine, suspension, ignition, and steering settings.30th Aug 1924Box 21 \ 6  Scan012
Continued list of technical specifications for an Essex vehicle, including a sketch of the brake lever.24th Jan 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan013
Delivery note from Sanderson & Sons, Automobile Carriage Builders, for two wings from an Essex Car.24th Jan 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan014
Request to obtain a three-month license for an Essex car, providing its technical particulars.25th Jan 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan015
Sale and pricing of second-hand American cars.26th Jan 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan016
The licence and registration details for an 'Essex' Car.28th Jan 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan017
Notification about sending the licence plate for an Essex car, with the number plates to follow on Thursday.1st Feb 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan018
Order for various C.A.V. lamp bulbs for Mr. Royce's Essex car.22th Feb 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan019
Request for a box of spare lamps for an Essex car, detailing the required voltages and types.21th Feb 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan020
The sending of lamp bulbs for an Essex car.8th Mar 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan021
The despatch of lamp bulbs for an Essex car to Mr. Royce.12th Mar 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan022
Forwarding lamp bulbs for an Essex car that were previously omitted.12th Mar 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan023
Performance report and speedometer inaccuracy for an Essex car.15th Mar 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan024
Urgent internal memo regarding the renewal of the licence for the 'Essex' car.16th Mar 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan025
The licence renewal for an Essex car.17th Mar 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan026
Returning unsuitable lamp bulbs for an 'Essex' car and requesting correct replacements.15th Mar 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan027
Telegram chasing a renewed license for the 'Essex bar' and threatening to cancel arrangements.22th Mar 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan028
Issues with lamp bulbs for the 'Essex' car and specifying correct replacements.31th Mar 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan029
Notes from a visit regarding the design and testing of Goshawk and Essex carburetters.31th Mar 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan030
Return of a license for an 'Essex' car and correcting the understated horsepower rating.4th Apr 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan031
Clarifying the engine bore specification for an Essex Car for licensing purposes.6th Apr 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan032
Despatch of lamp bulbs to Mr. Royce for an experimental Essex car.3rd May 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan033
Despatch of six lamp bulbs for an Essex Car.3rd May 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan034
Design and placement of a spare wheel carrier, comparing it to an American competitor's car.5th May 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan035
Query regarding wheel clearance for various hood types on the Goshawk 11 model, with a note on wheel size.5th May 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan036
The licence for an 'Essex' car.17th Jun 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan037
Reminder memo to HS from E regarding the renewal of the 'Essex' car license.9th Sep 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan038
Querying a quotation of 10 shillings and 6 pence for a new cylinder head gasket for an 'ESSEX' car.23th Sep 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan039
Modifications to the Swallow engine due to detonation issues found in the Essex engine.24th Sep 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan040
Ordering a cylinder head gasket and discussing engine detonation for an Essex car.26th Sep 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan041
Request asking when Essex and Packard cars can be provided, stating they are needed at once.4th Oct 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan042
Design and performance of a universal joint, comparing it to a Spicer joint.8th Oct 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan043
Message regarding a visit to Derby for 50 armoured cars for the India Office, and a request for an Essex car to drive.13th Oct 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan044
Engine starting difficulties in cold weather for two vehicles and requesting a replacement battery.15th Nov 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan045
Comparison of battery versus magneto ignition for ease of starting a small pump engine.15th Nov 1921Box 21 \ 6  Scan046
Dynamometer test results for an Essex Car, showing horsepower and load at various engine revolutions.16th Jan 1922Box 21 \ 6  Scan047
The issuance of car licences for several vehicles.16th Jan 1922Box 21 \ 6  Scan048
Record of the total mileage of an Essex Car.9th Mar 1922Box 21 \ 6  Scan049
Status and expected disposal of an Essex car.9th Mar 1922Box 21 \ 6  Scan050
The expiration of car licenses and a request for renewal instructions.1st Mar 1922Box 21 \ 6  Scan051
Dispatch of an Essex carburetter and the registration of an Essex and a 20HP RR car.14th Mar 1922Box 21 \ 6  Scan052
Registration status of Marmon, Essex, and 26357 vehicles.14th Mar 1922Box 21 \ 6  Scan053
Telegram received by telephone requesting the return of a carburettor and a licence for a Delage.3rd Apr 1922Box 21 \ 6  Scan054
Proposal for a driver to exchange a D.F.P. from Derby for an Essex car.16th Mar 1922Box 21 \ 6  Scan055
Status and licensing of a D.F.P car, an Essex car, and a Delage car.16th Mar 1922Box 21 \ 6  Scan056
Inquiry about the particulars of an Essex car for sale at the Works.7th Mar 1922Box 21 \ 6  Scan057
The return of an Essex Carburetter to stores.14th Mar 1922Box 21 \ 6  Scan058
Telegram received by telephone concerning the return of a carburettor and a request for a vehicle licence.14th Mar 1922Box 21 \ 6  Scan059
Obsolete licenses for Marmon, Essex, and 26357 cars at West Wittering.3rd Mar 1922Box 21 \ 6  Scan060
Request to send red number plates 0021-CH by express post to Mr. Hancock at Mr. Royce's address.28th Mar 1922Box 21 \ 6  Scan061
Telegram received by telephone regarding driving a vehicle on an expired licence.28th Mar 1922Box 21 \ 6  Scan062
Confirmation of a telegram sent to Hancock with instructions about not returning boxes until further items are received.28th Mar 1922Box 21 \ 6  Scan063
The key for an Essex ignition switch intended for Mr. Hancock.3rd Apr 1922Box 21 \ 6  Scan064
Recommendation to take a dynamometer curve of the Essex car chassis HP before disposal.22th Apr 1922Box 21 \ 6  Scan065
Dynamometer test results for an Essex Car, detailing horsepower and lbs at various engine revolutions.12th Apr 1922Box 21 \ 6  Scan066
Disposing of D.F.P., Essex and Marmon cars, and a recommendation to try the new Sunbeam car as a competitor to the Goshawk.14th Jun 1922Box 21 \ 6  Scan067
Request for a condition report on an Essex car to complete a potential sale.11th Jul 1922Box 21 \ 6  Scan068
The condition and mileage of an 'ESSEX' car.12th Jul 1922Box 21 \ 6  Scan069
Arranging for a Terraplane car to be delivered for a test drive, confirming the model type required.14th Sep 1933Box 21 \ 6  Scan070
Purchasing a Terraplane Saloon car to compare with the future 25 HP J.111 model.15th Sep 1933Box 21 \ 6  Scan071
Confirming the arrangement for a Terraplane vehicle to be of the Saloon type.15th Sep 1933Box 21 \ 6  Scan072
Test run of a Railton 4 Litres Terraplane, detailing performance, specifications, and pricing.26th Sep 1933Box 21 \ 6  Scan073
Specifications and performance graph for an Essex Terraplane Eight vehicle.25th Sep 1933Box 21 \ 6  Scan074
Stamped sheet from the Print Room in Derby.27th Sep 1933Box 21 \ 6  Scan075
Road test report on an Essex-Terraplane car, noting its sweet engine but bad ride control and body issues.24th Sep 1932Box 21 \ 6  Scan076
Speedometer check and acceleration test for an Essex Terraplane.30th Sep 1933Box 21 \ 6  Scan077
The performance and features of the Essex 8 Cylinder Terraplane.10th Oct 1933Box 21 \ 6  Scan078
Reports on the Essex Terraplane engine and its disposal.6th Oct 1933Box 21 \ 6  Scan079
Two reports on the performance and characteristics of the Essex 8 Cylinder Terraplane and Essex Terraplane vehicles.9th Oct 1933Box 21 \ 6  Scan080
Test drive and technical analysis of a 4-litre Terraplane car, noting good performance but poor high-speed handling.9th Oct 1933Box 21 \ 6  Scan081
Vehicle analysis, detailing proposed inspections and comparisons to Bentley and Terraplane models.9th Oct 1933Box 21 \ 6  Scan082
Performance test results for an Essex Terraplane car, including hill climbs, acceleration, speed and fuel consumption.13th Oct 1933Box 21 \ 6  Scan083
The dismantling and engine lubrication system of an Essex Terraplane '8' car.27th Oct 1933Box 21 \ 6  Scan084
Construction and condition of various engine components including bearings, drives, and lubrication systems.27th Oct 1933Box 21 \ 6  Scan085
Specifications for engine components including the crankshaft, pistons, and connecting rods.27th Oct 1933Box 21 \ 6  Scan086
Technical specifications for engine components including valves, manifolds, carburation, and ignition.27th Oct 1933Box 21 \ 6  Scan087
Specification sheet detailing the water system, engine mounting, clutch, gearbox, rear axle, and brakes.27th Oct 1932Box 21 \ 6  Scan088
Technical description of the steering, springs, and frame construction.27th Oct 1933Box 21 \ 6  Scan089
Photograph of the induction and exhaust manifolds for an Essex Terraplane '8', showing the exhaust heated induction passage.27th Oct 1933Box 21 \ 6  Scan090
Photograph with annotations of the induction and exhaust manifolds for an Essex Terraplane 'B'.27th Oct 1933Box 21 \ 6  Scan091


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