Rolls-Royce Archives
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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Telegram from Johnson requesting urgent test results for a fourteen-tooth axle compared to others at Brooklands.13th Sep 1922Box 29 \ 3  Scan106
Confirming a telephone message regarding petrol consumption tests at Brooklands, focusing on different axle and compression ratios.15th Sep 1922Box 29 \ 3  Scan107
Telephone message regarding Brooklands test results for petrol consumption with different axles and compression levels.15th Sep 1922Box 29 \ 3  Scan108
Fuel consumption tests for the 1.EX car, comparing different axle and compression configurations.16th Sep 1922Box 29 \ 3  Scan109
Table of comparative tests of petrol consumptions taken on Brooklands.18th Sep 1922Box 29 \ 3  Scan110
Engine power targets, carburetter improvements, and chassis testing for the Hawk Northcliffe project.18th Sep 1922Box 29 \ 3  Scan111
Telegram requesting the results of a fourteen-tooth axle test at Brooklands.22th Sep 1913Box 29 \ 3  Scan112
Maximum speed of the 20 HP car, the possibility of a sporting model, and a comparison to Bentley.9th Jan 1923Box 29 \ 3  Scan113
Speed test of the 4-Goshawk-11 at Brooklands, diagnosing and fixing a pre-ignition issue.1st Aug 1922Box 29 \ 3  Scan114
Performance summary from Brooklands for a 6-Goshawk-II, detailing speed work and hill climb results.22th Aug 1923Box 29 \ 3  Scan115
Radiator tests for a Goshawk-11 engine, comparing small and large radiator performance.23th Aug 1923Box 29 \ 3  Scan116
Secret memo chasing a response about potential new engine failure points and lamenting a decline in the experimental department's spirit.7th Jan 1924Box 29 \ 3  Scan117
Faults found during the road testing of the EAC-l engine.10th Jan 1924Box 29 \ 3  Scan118
Typed memo listing vehicle faults and defending the Experimental Department's critical testing procedures.10th Jan 1924Box 29 \ 3  Scan119
Page from a memorandum defending a critical approach during experimental testing.1st Feb 1924Box 29 \ 3  Scan120
Request to borrow a Hispano-Suiza 'Type Boulogne' car for performance and acceleration testing at Brooklands.1st Feb 1924Box 29 \ 3  Scan121
Suggesting the use of the Brooklands track for safer and more exact testing of car speed and acceleration.13th Feb 1924Box 29 \ 3  Scan122
Explaining the concept of critical atmospheric temperature for engine cooling system tests at Brooklands.29th Aug 1925Box 29 \ 3  Scan123
Tests conducted at Brooklands on a 98-NK Barker Open Touring 'V' Series car.1st Jul 1925Box 29 \ 3  Scan124
Performance test results table showing speed and lap times under different car configurations.1st Jul 1925Box 29 \ 3  Scan125
Dynamometer curve data for chassis 98-NK before the Brooklands test.25th Sep 1924Box 29 \ 3  Scan126
Car cooling tests conducted at Brooklands, focusing on ventilation and fan efficiency.25th Sep 1924Box 29 \ 3  Scan127
The effects of fan drive and radiator shutters on radiator temperature at high speeds.8th Jul 1925Box 29 \ 3  Scan128
Vehicle performance tests conducted at Brooklands, including temperature, hill starts, braking, and steering.8th Jul 1925Box 29 \ 3  Scan129
Clutch spinning and acceleration performance tests.1st Aug 1925Box 29 \ 3  Scan130
Tests conducted on a 'V' series car at the Brooklands track.1st Aug 1925Box 29 \ 3  Scan131
Car cooling tests conducted at Brooklands, focusing on ventilation and fan efficiency.8th Jul 1925Box 29 \ 3  Scan132
Fan drive and radiator shutter performance on the engine cooling system.1st Jul 1925Box 29 \ 3  Scan133
The performance of a Phantom car at Brooklands race track.12th Oct 1925Box 29 \ 3  Scan134
E.A.C. performance tests with associated graphs for a New Phantom.12th Oct 1925Box 29 \ 3  Scan135
Comparing the performance of a Phantom car against a Silver Ghost, focusing on carburation and windage.12th Oct 1925Box 29 \ 3  Scan136
Performance test results for a 6 G II Open Touring vehicle, showing acceleration, tractive resistance, and radiator efficiency.1st Aug 1923Box 29 \ 3  Scan137
The preliminary results of a Brooklands test on a high compression Phantom short chassis fitted with a Barker sports body.17th Nov 1925Box 29 \ 3  Scan138
Series of performance graphs comparing tractive resistance, acceleration, horsepower, and efficiency for two car models.26th Feb 1923Box 29 \ 3  Scan139
Performance report from Brooklands comparing different car configurations, with lap times and a brake horsepower vs engine RPM graph.1st Nov 1925Box 29 \ 3  Scan140
Performance test graph and data sheet from Brooklands comparing different car configurations and their lap speeds.1st Nov 1925Box 29 \ 3  Scan141
Stamped document back or cover sheet from Derby.24th Nov 1925Box 29 \ 3  Scan142
Factors affecting maximum vehicle speed, with results from tests at Brooklands.7th Nov 1925Box 29 \ 3  Scan143
Comparative car speeds on Brooklands and a proposal for a new test.24th Nov 1925Box 29 \ 3  Scan144
Difficulties with cooling system tests and proposing new methods for radiator comparisons.25th Nov 1924Box 29 \ 3  Scan145
Radiator cooling efficiency tests, referencing Newton's Laws of Cooling and Method 'B'.25th Nov 1924Box 29 \ 3  Scan146
Continued report page detailing the methodology for testing radiator efficiency under specific conditions.25th Nov 1924Box 29 \ 3  Scan147
Analysis of radiator water temperature and the critical atmospheric boiling point.25th Nov 1924Box 29 \ 3  Scan148
The performance of the 10-EX car on the Brooklands track.30th Nov 1925Box 29 \ 3  Scan149
Windage and acceleration tests of the New Phantom (10-EX car) at Brooklands.30th Nov 1925Box 29 \ 3  Scan150
Analyzing the performance of a sports car body, comparing HP curves and acceleration against a standard Phantom.30th Nov 1925Box 29 \ 3  Scan151
Car performance relating to axle ratios and engine compression.30th Nov 1925Box 29 \ 3  Scan152
The performance of the Phantom, focusing on HP curve and brake efficiency compared to other models.30th Nov 1925Box 29 \ 3  Scan153
Braking test data for a Phantom, used as a defence against a dangerous driving charge.12th May 1925Box 29 \ 3  Scan154
Interest in stopping distances following Mr. Minchin winning a legal case.10th Dec 1925Box 29 \ 3  Scan155
Arrangements for testing the 10-EX car at Brooklands and concealing its modified engine.26th Aug 1927Box 29 \ 3  Scan156
Arrangements for testing a Packard straight-8 and an experimental car at Brooklands track.29th Aug 1927Box 29 \ 3  Scan157
Speedometer reading 6% slow on a trials car (46-PK) due to temperature error, recommending a duralumin cup.6th Sep 1927Box 29 \ 3  Scan158
The Brooklands performance tests of the 10-EX car, comparing it to a standard 40/50 touring car.1st Sep 1927Box 29 \ 3  Scan159
Vehicle performance tests, results, and proposed future modifications for further testing.1st Sep 1927Box 29 \ 3  Scan160
General remarks on the performance of the 10-EX car, focusing on track handling, steering, and the autovac system.1st Sep 1927Box 29 \ 3  Scan161
Performance comparison between a Sports Phantom 10-EX and a Standard Touring Phantom 46-PK.1st Sep 1927Box 29 \ 3  Scan162
Table outlining potential speed increases from various car alterations.27th Oct 1927Box 29 \ 3  Scan163
Very faint, almost entirely illegible document page marked with a red 'Limited Room, Derby' stamp.27th Oct 1927Box 29 \ 3  Scan164
Table of speed test results in m.p.h. for a car under various altered conditions compared to a standard configuration.7th Sep 1927Box 29 \ 3  Scan165
Bar chart detailing the gain or loss in lap speed under different aerodynamic and mechanical configurations for the 10 E.X. model.7th Sep 1927Box 29 \ 3  Scan166
Performance graph for a 10 EX aluminium engine with a 4.95-1 compression ratio, plotting BHP against RPM and MPH.7th Sep 1927Box 29 \ 3  Scan167
Chart showing the gain or loss in speed from altering a vehicle's standard configuration during Brooklands speed tests.8th Sep 1927Box 29 \ 3  Scan168
The reverse of a document showing a date stamp from the print room.13th Sep 1927Box 29 \ 3  Scan169
Temperature tests conducted at Brooklands to determine the effect of various car alterations on radiator, seat, and oil temperatures.12th Sep 1927Box 29 \ 3  Scan170
Report comparing the cooling performance of the 10-EX model against a standard car, with conclusions on bonnet ventilation.12th Sep 1927Box 29 \ 3  Scan171
Summary table of temperature tests conducted at Brooklands on the 10-EX car under various conditions.13th Sep 1927Box 29 \ 3  Scan172
Telegram requesting a horse power curve of an engine for a report.13th Sep 1927Box 29 \ 3  Scan173
Test report from Brooklands on axle and carburettor performance.13th Sep 1927Box 29 \ 3  Scan174
Test report page summarising issues with crankcase bolts, valve gear, and the performance of balloon tyres.13th Sep 1927Box 29 \ 3  Scan175
Analysis of vehicle modifications and their impact on maximum speed.8th Sep 1927Box 29 \ 3  Scan176
Brooklands test results showing mean lap speeds with various car alterations.8th Sep 1927Box 29 \ 3  Scan177
Querying temperature tests at Brooklands, bonnet shutter configuration, engine overheating, and driver cooling.14th Sep 1927Box 29 \ 3  Scan178
Methods for increasing high-speed performance, focusing on body modifications for the Phantom model.27th Oct 1927Box 29 \ 3  Scan179
Series of five performance graphs from Brooklands tests, detailing horsepower, braking, acceleration, and resistance for chassis 98 N.K.14th Oct 1925Box 29 \ 3  Scan180
Appearance of the 10-EX sports car, noting its front-heavy look and the effect of the louvred bonnet.4th Nov 1927Box 29 \ 3  Scan181
Performance comparison report on the 'Continental' Phantom against the standard car model.23th Feb 1928Box 29 \ 3  Scan182
Report discussing sports car performance, customer appeal, and comparison with competitor vehicles.23th Feb 1928Box 29 \ 3  Scan183
Performance comparison of the Continental Phantom against competitors and a discussion on its design.23th Feb 1928Box 29 \ 3  Scan184
Advantages of a new rear-end design for fast cars, with specific reference to the Continental Phantom.23th Feb 1928Box 29 \ 3  Scan185
Graph comparing the performance characteristics (BHP and BMEP) of Standard and Sports Phantom engines.23th Feb 1928Box 29 \ 3  Scan186
Blank document page marked with a receiving date stamp from the Derby office.23th Feb 1928Box 29 \ 3  Scan187
Graph comparing car speed against time for different vehicle models and gears.23th Feb 1928Box 29 \ 3  Scan188
Graph comparing the acceleration of the Standard and Continental Phantom models.23th Feb 1928Box 29 \ 3  Scan189
With a purple date stamp; the main text is illegible.23th Feb 1928Box 29 \ 3  Scan190
Performance curves from tests conducted on the 10-EX car at Brooklands.12th Mar 1929Box 29 \ 3  Scan191
The Phantom II's performance at Brooklands, discussing potential gearing changes and ride quality.11th Oct 1929Box 29 \ 3  Scan192
Querying an arrangement with Brooklands management for lower-cost track usage for high-speed car testing.23th May 1930Box 29 \ 3  Scan193
Lack of special arrangements or terms for using the Brooklands track.2nd Jun 1930Box 29 \ 3  Scan194
Test conditions and notes for a vehicle at Brooklands, covering carburettor, fuel, steering, and spark plug configurations.2nd Jun 1930Box 29 \ 3  Scan195
Temperature tests at Brooklands detailing insufficient radiator cooling and petrol supply issues.11th Jun 1930Box 29 \ 3  Scan196
Acceleration test results comparing a standard carburettor with an air silencer carburettor.4th Jun 1930Box 29 \ 3  Scan197
Steering test results from Brooklands comparing different tyre types and pressures.4th Jun 1930Box 29 \ 3  Scan198
Test report on the performance of Dunlop Silent Tyres at various pressures.25th Jun 1930Box 29 \ 3  Scan199
Cooling system tests conducted at Brooklands on the 19-EX, 18-EX, and Phantom II cars.25th Jun 1930Box 29 \ 3  Scan200
Engine cooling tests, comparing different ventilation methods and shutter configurations on a Phantom II.25th Jun 1930Box 29 \ 3  Scan201
Engine cooling tests, focusing on ventilated bonnets, radiator performance, and car comparisons for hot climates.25th Jun 1930Box 29 \ 3  Scan202
Test report page detailing temperature, ignition, and fuel supply issues, along with maximum lap speeds for experimental cars.25th Jun 1930Box 29 \ 3  Scan203
The inferior performance of the 18-EX car, detailing causes and test results against the 19-EX model.25th Jun 1930Box 29 \ 3  Scan204
Report page discussing engine cooling tests, including fan belt tension, water circulation, and the American Phantom II.25th Jun 1930Box 29 \ 3  Scan205


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