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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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The status of work on a Delaunay Belleville car, a Lanchester chassis, and a Napier chassis.17th Apr 1912Box 22 \ 3  Scan041
Availability and build timeline of a Lanchester chassis.30th Apr 1919Box 22 \ 3  Scan042
To Mr Nadin inquiring about the completion of work on the Lanchester chassis and a Mercedes.9th May 1912Box 22 \ 3  Scan043
Departmental memo authorizing the delivery of a Lanchester chassis to Barkers on Olaf St.13th May 1912Box 22 \ 3  Scan044
Follow-up request for a reply regarding the Lanchester chassis.14th May 1912Box 22 \ 3  Scan045
Departmental memo regarding the status of work on Lanchester and Mercedes chassis.9th May 1912Box 22 \ 3  Scan046
The collection of a Lanchester chassis and fitting of a two-seater body.27th Jul 1912Box 22 \ 3  Scan047
Instruction to dispatch a complete 'L' type Gear Box to Mr Royce, per Mr Popes' instructions.31th Jul 1912Box 22 \ 3  Scan048
Instruction note to an employee named Ross about obtaining a report for X440 and a car.15th Jun 1912Box 22 \ 3  Scan049
Internal note about a completion deadline with various annotations.24th Jul 1912Box 22 \ 3  Scan050
The despatch of a Lanchester gearbox to Mr Royce.1st Aug 1912Box 22 \ 3  Scan051
Letter to Mr Bailey regarding the dispatch and particulars of a Lanchester Epicyclic Gear.1st Aug 1912Box 22 \ 3  Scan052
Sales department's desire to promptly sell cars.3rd Jul 1919Box 22 \ 3  Scan053
To Mr Platford regarding a damaged Lanchester gearbox and a delay in its return.7th Aug 1912Box 22 \ 3  Scan054
Lanchester Gear Box that was damaged in transit due to bad packing.14th Aug 1912Box 22 \ 3  Scan055
Departmental memo regarding a Lanchester gearbox that arrived damaged and the subsequent claim for repairs.15th Aug 1912Box 22 \ 3  Scan056
Lanchester Gear Box damaged during transit by the Railway Co.25th Sep 1912Box 22 \ 3  Scan057
Departmental memo regarding a Lanchester Gear Box damaged in transit.27th Sep 1912Box 22 \ 3  Scan058
Damaged Lanchester Gear Box and the viability of a claim against the Railway Company.9th Oct 1912Box 22 \ 3  Scan059
Requesting an order number in relation to a Lanchester Gear Box.24th Oct 1912Box 22 \ 3  Scan060
Confidential memo regarding the potential sale of competitor cars, Daimler, Wolseley, and Lanchester.14th Jul 1914Box 22 \ 3  Scan061
Sale of a Daimler and Wolseley, and the retention or transfer of a Lanchester.17th Jul 1914Box 22 \ 3  Scan062
Lanchester car for Mr. Barrington, detailing the difficulty of fitting a body to its unusual chassis.21th Jul 1914Box 22 \ 3  Scan063
Instructions regarding fitting seats and a windscreen to a Lanchester vehicle for demonstration purposes.23th Jul 1914Box 22 \ 3  Scan064
Memo regarding test conditions for a Lanchester vehicle and associated travel arrangements.29th Jul 1914Box 22 \ 3  Scan065
Requesting modifications and the dispatch of a Lanchester X. 440 car for Mr Barrington.24th Jul 1914Box 22 \ 3  Scan066
Telegram from Barrington inquiring about the readiness of a Lanchester car.28th Jul 1914Box 22 \ 3  Scan067
Order for greasing the chassis and charging batteries for the Lanchester Experimental car.17th Nov 1914Box 22 \ 3  Scan068
Letter regarding a delay in the readiness of a Lanchester car, providing a new address and requesting tools.28th Jul 1914Box 22 \ 3  Scan069
Typed memo concerning confirmation of work done for Lanchester and how to proceed with an official order.8th Jan 1915Box 22 \ 3  Scan070
Evaluating a Lanchester Chassis and its gearbox for potential use.22th May 1917Box 22 \ 3  Scan071
Cover note asking about an attached letter from a company named Barkers.21th Feb 1922Box 22 \ 3  Scan072
Letter from coachbuilders Barker & Co. Ltd. to W. Cowen regarding a new Lanchester Chassis.20th Feb 1922Box 22 \ 3  Scan073
Test drive report on a 20 HP Lanchester Open Touring car, comparing its performance to a Rolls-Royce 20 HP model.21th Sep 1925Box 22 \ 3  Scan074
Requesting to arrange a test drive of an 18 HP Lanchester car.9th Oct 1931Box 22 \ 3  Scan075
Arrangements to acquire and test several cars, including a Lanchester and a Fiat.11th Jan 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan076
Secret internal memo authorizing the immediate purchase of a Lanchester Car.12th Feb 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan077
The purchase of a Lanchester car and arranging for it to be driven to Derby.18th Aug 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan078
Confirming arrangements for a driver to collect a new Lanchester car and drive it to Derby.20th Feb 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan079
Arrangements for the collection of a Lanchester car from Lillie Hall and return to Derby.20th Feb 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan080
Test drive report and critique of an 18 HP Lanchester.22th Feb 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan081
Secret memo from 'Sg' to 'Hs' detailing trial results of an 18 HP Lanchester and comparing it to the 'Peregrine' project.22th Feb 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan082
With conflicting opinions on whether to keep a Lanchester car.24th Feb 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan083
Preliminary test report on the 18HP Lanchester car, detailing performance and vibration issues.25th Feb 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan084
Technical report detailing various mechanical, gear, and component noises on a vehicle.14th Feb 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan085
The performance of the springing, steering, brakes, and cooling system.28th Feb 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan086
Test report on an automatic gear change and fluid flywheel system, noting temperature, ease of use, and performance under stress.25th Feb 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan087
Gearbox, clutch, and exhaust system performance during testing.25th Feb 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan088
General impressions and initial examination of a car, comparing its features to the Peregrine model.25th Feb 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan089
Performance test comparison between a 12HP Lanchester and a 17.G.IV car.25th Feb 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan090
Acceleration performance graph for a Lanchester 18 HP car, plotting road speed against time.25th Feb 1931Box 22 \ 3  Scan091
Bearing a Print Room stamp from Derby.26th Feb 1982Box 22 \ 3  Scan092
Graph plotting road speed against time for acceleration tests in 3rd and Top gear.26th Feb 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan093
Heavily faded document, possibly the reverse of a page, with a purple ink date stamp.26th Feb 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan094
Performance and features of an 18 HP Lanchester car after testing.26th Feb 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan095
Requesting the instruction book for an 18HP Lanchester car.29th Feb 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan096
Performance of an 18 HP Lanchester, comparing it to a demonstration model and commenting on the fluid flywheel.29th Feb 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan097
Covering note sent with the instruction book for an 18 HP Lanchester Car.3rd Mar 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan098
Steering joggle issues on Phantom II cars and proposing a test fitment of flexible spring shackles.3rd Mar 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan099
Trial of a flexible spring shackle (Shimmy Shackle) on a Phantom II Continental model to test steering improvements.2nd Mar 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan100
Test report on an 18 HP Lanchester car, focusing on its fluid flywheel, power curve, and rear axle performance.5th Mar 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan101
Graph showing the power at road wheels for an 18 HP Lanchester Car against road speed.1st Mar 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan102
Blank page with a Print Room stamp in the bottom right corner.5th Mar 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan103
Graph showing fluid flywheel slip at full throttle for an 18 HP Lanchester car.7th Mar 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan104
Blank page with a Print Room stamp in the bottom right corner.5th Mar 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan105
Notification about sending a Licence Disc for a Lanchester Car.5th Apr 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan106
Mechanical issues with a loaned Lanchester car, including valve and spring problems.5th Apr 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan107
Internal order request for valves and valve springs for a Lanchester 15/18 car.28th Apr 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan108
Letter from The Lanchester Motor Co. regarding broken valve springs and a push rod modification for a 15/18HP car.27th May 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan109
Blueprint showing a valve rocker and shaft spring arrangement.26th Apr 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan110
Blank, folded sheet of paper with a date stamp.27th May 1917Box 22 \ 3  Scan111
Letter and tool for a 15/18 HP Lanchester Car No. 10237.9th Jun 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan112
Request to remove a Lanchester car engine and dismantle its fluid flywheel for test bed analysis.4th Jun 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan113
Letter from Lanchester Motor Co. to a customer regarding a special tool for a 15/18HP car.7th Jun 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan114
Packing note detailing the dispatch of a valve spring compressor for a 15/18 HP car.8th Jun 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan115
Requesting torque and pressure tests on a Lanchester gearbox cone clutch.12th Jul 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan116
Request to further dismantle a Lanchester gearbox to collect data on brake load and friction coefficient.7th Jul 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan117
18 HP Lanchester Car, No. 10237, regarding a letter and valve springs.22th Sep 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan118
Letter to a customer regarding the replacement of unsatisfactory valve springs for an 18HP Lanchester Car.15th Sep 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan119
Brief memo inquiring about the completion status of the Lanchester Car.31th Jan 1933Box 22 \ 3  Scan120
Acknowledgement of receipt for a parcel of valve springs regarding an 18-HP Lanchester Car No.10237.23th Sep 1932Box 22 \ 3  Scan121
Retention of a Lanchester car to study its Wilson epicyclic gearbox.6th Feb 1933Box 22 \ 3  Scan122
Letter discussing a performance curve for a 1927 La Salle Sedan compared to the Phantom and 20 HP models.20th Dec 1927Box 22 \ 4  Scan001
Short memo requesting particulars for the purchase of a La Salle car, under the subject of private flying and small aero engines.3rd Jul 1929Box 22 \ 4  Scan002
Purchase of a La Salle car to inspect its engine and transmission components.1st Jul 1929Box 22 \ 4  Scan003
Obtaining a LaSalle car with a synchro mesh gearbox for a test drive in London.1st Jul 1929Box 22 \ 4  Scan004
Arranging a trial for a green La Salle saloon car available through Messrs. Barker.12th Jul 1929Box 22 \ 4  Scan005
Arranging a trial run for the La Salle car.13th Jul 1929Box 22 \ 4  Scan006
Rescheduling the trial of a La Salle car due to a conflicting Air Ministry meeting.17th Jul 1929Box 22 \ 4  Scan007
Test report on a La Salle car's performance, handling, and engine characteristics.22th Jul 1928Box 22 \ 4  Scan008
Comparative analysis and road test report on La Salle, Cadillac, and Lincoln vehicles.22th Jul 1932Box 22 \ 4  Scan009
Evaluation of a La Salle synchro-mesh gearbox, comparing its performance to Graham Paige and Mathis models.22th Jul 1932Box 22 \ 4  Scan010
Horsepower diagram from tests on a 1927 La Salle Sedan, detailing engine performance and power requirements under various conditions.22th Jul 1928Box 22 \ 4  Scan011
Requesting a trial of Cadillac and Lincoln chassis following a report on the La Salle.22th Jul 1929Box 22 \ 4  Scan012
Purchase of a La Salle car to test its synchro-mesh gearbox, with comparisons to Cadillac, Lincoln and Graham-Paige.23th Jul 1929Box 22 \ 4  Scan013
La Salle car's engine and the development of a new engine for naval and aviation applications.26th Jul 1929Box 22 \ 4  Scan014
Potential purchase of a Graham-Paige car in place of a La Salle.29th Jul 1929Box 22 \ 4  Scan015
Requesting a reply regarding the purchase of a replacement for the La Salle car and an inquiry about the Graham-Paige.16th Aug 1929Box 22 \ 4  Scan016
Arranging a viewing of a new La Salle and a trial run of a new Daimler.3rd May 1934Box 22 \ 4  Scan017
Steering performance with controllable dampers and comparing a La Salle steering box to a worm and nut system.11th Jun 1934Box 22 \ 4  Scan018


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