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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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Confirming that properly balanced wheels with a tyre pressure of 45 lbs should prevent steering wobbles.16th Oct 1925Box 29 \ 1  Scan139
Response to a customer regarding wheel wobble issues on a non-Phantom car.16th Oct 1925Box 29 \ 1  Scan140
The causes and cures for low and high-speed wheel wobble.12th Jun 1925Box 29 \ 1  Scan141
With recommendations to fix low speed wobble and shimmy in steering.12th Jun 1923Box 29 \ 1  Scan142
Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. returning a Michelin paper and discussing high-speed steering wobbles.16th Oct 1925Box 29 \ 1  Scan143
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a Michelin paper on 'Shimmy' and inquiring about the status of tyre and wheel tests.19th Oct 1925Box 29 \ 1  Scan144
High-speed wobbles for car 98-NK under different tyre and suspension configurations.20th Oct 1925Box 29 \ 1  Scan145
Investigating high-speed steering wobbles by modifying spring leaf configurations.23th Oct 1925Box 29 \ 1  Scan146
High-speed wobbles caused by low pressure balloon tyres on New Phantom cars.26th Oct 1925Box 29 \ 1  Scan147
The effect of high and low pressure tyres on wheel wobble.1st Oct 1925Box 29 \ 1  Scan148
Letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co. discussing practical difficulties with a steering device suggestion, referencing Ackermann geometry.27th Oct 1925Box 29 \ 1  Scan149
Wheel wobble on Chassis No. 931.29th Oct 1925Box 29 \ 1  Scan150
The testing of Dunlop high-pressure tyres, discussing mileage, pressures, and effects on steering for the Phantom and 20 HP models.31th Oct 1925Box 29 \ 1  Scan151
Steering tests carried out on chassis 93-NK at various tyre pressures.1st Jul 1925Box 29 \ 1  Scan152
Letter from the American branch to the British branch regarding a hydraulic steering system.11th Nov 1925Box 29 \ 1  Scan153
The necessity of balancing Silver Ghost wheels to prevent steering wobble.12th Nov 1925Box 29 \ 1  Scan154
Cause of steering wobbles, attributing it to the imbalance of tyres and inner tubes.7th Sep 1911Box 29 \ 1  Scan155
Committee discussion regarding steering wobbles caused by out-of-balance tyres.15th Nov 1911Box 29 \ 1  Scan156
Minutes of the 93rd Steering Committee meeting discussing the balancing of tyres with Dunlop, Michelin, and Continental.4th Dec 1911Box 29 \ 1  Scan157
Customer's feedback on wheel balancing issues and a suggested solution.7th Jun 1912Box 29 \ 1  Scan158
Steering wobble on a 15-MC Cabriolet Demonstration Car.12th Nov 1925Box 29 \ 1  Scan159
Steering wobble issue in a 15-MC Cabriolet 'Phantom' during a demonstration.10th Nov 1925Box 29 \ 1  Scan160
New front axle design for the Phantom to reduce steering wobbles.16th Nov 1925Box 29 \ 1  Scan161
Correspondence regarding wheel wobble on an ancient 40/50 car, attaching an extract from a letter on the subject.13th Nov 1925Box 29 \ 1  Scan162
Letter discussing the need for a hydraulic damping device to control steering wheel wobble.13th Nov 1925Box 29 \ 1  Scan163
Letter from The Wilson Engineering Works discussing their device to control front wheel wobble.23th Mar 1928Box 29 \ 1  Scan164
Steering issues, tyre pressures, and proposed improvements to axle and damper systems.8th Nov 1925Box 29 \ 1  Scan165
Tests conducted to understand and mitigate high-speed steering wobbles.12th Jun 1925Box 29 \ 1  Scan166
Tests investigating steering wobble, wheel dishing, and king pin friction.25th Dec 1925Box 29 \ 1  Scan167
Wheel balancing, out-of-balance issues, and steering wobble.9th Dec 1925Box 29 \ 1  Scan168
High-speed steering wobbles and the design of a new axle to mitigate the issue.11th Dec 1925Box 29 \ 1  Scan169
Steering wobbles, experimental reports, and the effect of springing and 4-wheel brakes.25th Jan 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan170
The impact of modified brakes and stiffer springs on the car's riding qualities and unsprung weight.26th Jan 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan171
Suggesting a gearing change for an inertia damper to better counteract high-speed steering wobble.26th Jan 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan172
The rear springing and tyre performance of the 7-EX car at Le Canadel, with recommendations for improvements.1st Feb 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan173
Investigation into high-speed steering wobbles, detailing findings and seeking information on how the problem is handled in the USA.1st Feb 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan174
Tests of new hydraulic shock absorbers to eliminate high-speed steering wobbles.9th Feb 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan175
Tests conducted on tyres and dampers to eliminate wheel wobble.9th Feb 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan176
The phenomenon of high-speed steering wobbles or 'shimmy' in cars.9th Feb 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan177
Car 'shimmy' and 'wobble' issues, particularly in relation to new well base tyres.10th Feb 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan178
Letter to Mr. E. W. Hives concerning experimental work and theories on front wheel wobble.10th Feb 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan179
Letter discussing front wheel wobble, gyroscopic effects, and the impact of reducing toe-in.10th Feb 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan180
Cause and potential solutions for steering wobble on Mr. Salamanca's car.12th Feb 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan181
Typed note discussing the causes of 'wobble' in Phantom and Silver Ghost cars.2nd Feb 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan182
Concerning steering wobble issues on a customer's car.2nd Feb 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan183
Fractured links and worn link holes in hydraulic shock absorbers.17th Feb 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan184
Steering wobble issues and recent steering improvements on the Phantom model.17th Feb 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan185
High-speed steering wobbles, tyre pressures, and the potential of hydraulic dampers.17th Feb 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan186
Letter discussing the causes of high-speed steering wobble and the improvements being made.19th Feb 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan187
The benefits and design considerations of hydraulic shock dampers, including tyre pressure and a relief valve modification.19th Feb 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan188
Comparative tests of a new non-skid tyre, which demonstrated increased high-speed steering wobbles.20th Feb 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan189
Tests to determine the minimum loading for hydraulic shock dampers to eliminate high-speed steering wobbles.1st Feb 1928Box 29 \ 1  Scan190
Investigation into the causes and effects of front wheel wobble.26th Feb 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan191
Observations and potential solutions for front wheel wobble on cars with front brakes.22th Feb 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan192
Risk of high-speed steering wobbles associated with low-pressure tyres.22th Feb 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan193
Letter from the Spanish representative regarding a steering wobble and a replacement part for trial.23th Feb 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan194
Letter discussing the phenomenon of high-speed wobble, potential solutions, and American front brake practices.23th Feb 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan195
High-speed wobble, comparing to American cars and proposing hydraulic steering gear solutions.23th Feb 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan196
Technical memorandum discussing wheel swing, tire tread effects, and potential steering system improvements.23th Feb 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan197
Wheel wobble, steering effects, and potential improvements using Lovejoy and criss-cross shock absorbers.23th Feb 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan198
Hydraulic shock damper failure, potential design improvements, and terminology.25th Feb 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan199
The effectiveness of hydraulic shock dampers and plans for testing and implementation.26th Feb 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan200
Pressing for the adoption of hydraulic shock dampers, semi-balloon tyres, and a lighter front axle for Phantom & Coshank models.27th Feb 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan201
Effects of hydraulic shock absorbers on vehicle springing and steering wobble.3rd Mar 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan202
The effects of axle design, front wheel brakes, and tyres on steering wobble and road shocks.8th Mar 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan203
Cover memo regarding high speed wobbles, attaching a report and blueprints.8th Mar 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan204
Letter from America to Mr. F.H. Royce concerning high-speed wobbles, gyroscopic couple and tire design.28th Feb 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan205
Page with a purple ink stamp from the Print Room, Derby.10th Mar 1936Box 29 \ 1  Scan206
Customer complaints of low speed wobbles on 20 HP cars fitted with 4-wheel brakes.19th Mar 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan207
Resolving low speed wobbles on a 20 HP car, including a proposed fix using friction washers.20th Mar 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan208
Low-speed steering wobble issue on the 20 HP chassis.20th Mar 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan209
Investigation into low-speed steering wobbles on the 20-HP model.22th Mar 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan210
Solutions for low-speed wobbles on the 20 HP model.23th Mar 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan211
Experimental tyre tests concerning high-speed wobbles, comfort, noise, and skidding.25th Mar 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan212
Low-pressure tyre performance on the Phantom model, suspension issues, and a separate note on oil alternatives.25th Mar 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan213
Comparison of Prices and Wakefields oils, discussing composition, availability, and suitability for standardisation.25th Mar 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan214
Solutions for steering wobble and vibration issues on 20-HP and 40/50 HP cars.25th Mar 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan215
Reports of low-speed steering wobbles in 20-HP cars and issuing instructions for rectification.25th Mar 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan216
Fix for low-speed steering wobbles on the 20 HP model.25th Mar 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan217
Steering adjustments and solutions for low speed wobbles on 20 HP and 40/50 HP models.26th Mar 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan218
Customer complaints of low-speed steering wobble on 20 HP models and proposed solutions.29th Mar 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan219
Authorising the production of 12 new friction devices to fix low-speed steering wobble on customer cars.1st Apr 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan220
High-speed steering wobbles experienced on car 7-EX with medium pressure tyres.2nd Apr 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan221
Concerning a low-speed steering wobble on a Phantom model car.27th Apr 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan222
Steering wobble and vibration issues on car 7-EX and potential solutions.18th May 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan223
Implementation of spring-loaded ball joints for India steering connections to prevent wobbles.28th May 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan224
Improvements and tests on the Phantom model's tyres and steering system.29th May 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan225
Necessity and drawbacks of extra friction on front axle pivots to prevent steering wobble.31th May 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan226
Further improvements and design modifications for hydraulic shock dampers.10th Jun 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan227
Problem of high-speed wobbles and the benefits of hydraulic shock dampers over friction types.15th Jun 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan228
Report discussing the benefits of hydraulic dampers on 20 HP cars for improving ride comfort and spring longevity.16th Mar 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan229
The communication and process for addressing reports of 'front wheel wobbles' on new cars.24th Jun 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan230
Solutions for high-speed steering wobbles on chassis 79-LC during trials.5th Jul 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan231
Forwarding a request from The Cambridge Instrument Co.1st Jul 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan232
Letter from Cambridge Instrument Co. Ltd. requesting to use records taken with a Laboratory Chronograph for a promotional leaflet.19th Jul 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan233
Method for measuring high-speed steering wobbles using a chronograph and electrical contacts.22th Jul 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan234
The adaptation of a 3-pen chronograph for the measurement of braking performance.22th Jul 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan235
Continued page discussing the calculation of car speed and retardation from braking test records.22th Jul 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan236
Comparison of road shock and ride comfort between standard high-pressure tyres and 6.75' Dunlop balloon tyres.8th Aug 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan237
High-speed steering wobbles, comparing 6' and 6.75' tyres and the effect of wheel inertia.23th Aug 1926Box 29 \ 1  Scan238


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