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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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Notes on the Electrical System for the 7-Goshawk II car being taken to France.7th Jul 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan364
Letter regarding support arrangements for the 7-Goshawk-11 car during an Amateur Test in France.7th Jul 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan365
Acknowledging receipt of information regarding the 7-Goshawk-II.10th Jul 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan366
Requesting instructions regarding a battery for car 7-Goshawk-11, case number 8360.12th Jul 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan367
Telegram from Haldenby in Grenoble to Rolls-Royce in Derby regarding a Goshawk seven engine test.14th Jun 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan368
Instructions to remove packing under the buffers of car 7-Goshawk-11 after fitting experimental front springs.19th Jul 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan369
Letter reporting on the performance and issues encountered during a Goshawk amateur trial.20th Jul 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan370
Page two of a letter discussing a vehicle road test in France, comparing it to English road conditions.20th Jul 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan371
Missed opportunity to modify the 7-GOSHAWK-II car, which has since departed for Boulogne.22th Jul 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan372
The license renewal for a Goshawk-11 engine via the R.A.C. at Boulogne.25th Jul 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan373
Inquiry regarding the performance of the 7-Goshawk-11 in France.27th Jul 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan374
To Mr. Hives asking for instructions on the continuation of the 'Amateur-driven Goshawk' car trial.2nd Aug 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan375
The Amateur Driven Goshawk car, recommending its return due to obsolete parts and inquiring about a wheel failure.1st Aug 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan376
Road test report for the 7 GOSHAWK II vehicle, detailing handling characteristics, performance, and mechanical issues over a 1426 mile journey.4th Aug 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan377
Amateur drivers for the Goshawk model and a proposal to test a new Barker Cabriolet body on it.5th Aug 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan378
Body modifications and configurations for the Goshawk 11 chassis.1st Aug 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan379
Test report on the Goshawk model after a 1500-mile trip, detailing issues with oil consumption, handling, and a wheel rim failure.9th Aug 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan380
Instructions for removing packing from the front springs of a 7-Goshawk II upon arrival in Boulogne.21th Jul 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan381
Instruction to remove packing from experimental front springs on car 7-Goshawk-11.19th Jul 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan382
Copy of a letter from Major C.B. Northey detailing a problematic car journey through France.6th Aug 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan383
Copy of a letter from Major C.B. Northey providing feedback on a vehicle's performance and issues encountered.7th Aug 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan384
Dynamo and steering issues for a Goshawk vehicle, detailing repairs and requests for parts.7th Aug 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan385
Return schedule and feedback collection for the Amateur-driven Goshawk car.11th Aug 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan386
Forwarding a report from Major Northey on the Goshawk and requesting comments.11th Aug 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan387
Detailed performance and reliability report of a Goshawk car after a 780-mile journey.8th Aug 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan388
Comparison between 6-Goshawk-11 and 4-Goshawk-11, listing upgrades and recommending modernization.10th Aug 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan389
Complaint about ineffective brakes and an oil leak on a Goshawk-11 vehicle, offering a solution and sending spare parts.1st Aug 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan390
From 'R.' to 'Hs.' regarding modifications and arrangements for Goshawk vehicles.12th Aug 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan391
The Goshawk-II, arranging the return of item 7-G-II for discussion.19th Aug 1932Box 46 \ 2  Scan392
Mr. Wallis bringing the 'Amateur Driven Goshawk' car to Derby for discussion.21th Aug 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan393
Technical report on the steering, road springs, and carburetter of the 6-Goshawk-11 model.21th Aug 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan394
Issues with controls, tools, and the rear petrol tank on a Goshawk-11 car.21th Aug 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan395
Report providing feedback on vehicle gauge design and control spring modifications.21th Aug 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan396
Faults and modifications for the Goshawk model, focusing on steering, springing, and tyre punctures.21th Aug 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan397
Responding to questions about the 7-Goshawk-11 model, addressing issues with tyres, dynamo, and gearing.21th Aug 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan398
Car performance issues including oil consumption, brakes, and handling.22th Aug 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan399
Cover note for a report on experiences with the Amateur Driven Goshawk car.22th Aug 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan400
Driver's report detailing the performance and issues of a car during a long-distance test drive.17th Aug 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan401
Various mechanical and bodywork issues and suggestions for improvement on a vehicle.17th Aug 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan402
Issues with a tyre blowout and general chassis performance during a road test.17th Aug 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan403
Repairs and faults on an 'Amateur Driven Goshawk' vehicle.1st Aug 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan404
Repairs to rubber connections, an oil pipe, and a tyre locking ring for a Goshawk vehicle.25th Aug 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan405
Toussaint's report on the Goshawk 7-G-II and difficulties with car mileage testing.7th Sep 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan406
Driver's report detailing maintenance and consumption for the Goshawk vehicle.7th Sep 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan407
Cover note for Toussaint's report on the running of the Goshawk engine.7th Sep 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan408
Driver's report on the Goshawk model, detailing faults, repairs, and fuel consumption during August 1922.7th Sep 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan409
Return of a car's travel documents in order to recover a deposit.14th Sep 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan410
Requesting clarification on repairs to a Goshawk car's dynamo and platinum points.19th Sep 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan411
Explaining a dynamo change was due to carbon brush wear, not a failure, and that the design flaw was corrected in later models.22th Sep 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan412
Post-Paris Show testing for the 7-G.II car, focusing on a new fan, radiator, and steering.10th Oct 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan413
Arrangements to road test the modified 7-Goshawk-11 car in France.10th Oct 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan414
Faults and poor performance of the No. 6 Goshawk car.16th Oct 1922Box 46 \ 2  Scan415
10,000-mile road test in France for a 20 HP car fitted with a sub-frame.19th Dec 1924Box 46 \ 2  Scan416
Title page for a 'General' section.6th Jul 1923Box 46 \ 3  Scan001
Short typed memo regarding attached papers and a request for news.6th Jul 1923Box 46 \ 3  Scan002
Risks of a loose positive battery terminal lead and proposing solutions.14th Jun 1923Box 46 \ 3  Scan003
Follow-up report on troubleshooting electrical and starter motor issues for customer A.P. Eccles.1st Jun 1923Box 46 \ 3  Scan004
The satisfactory performance of a new air pump.7th Jul 1923Box 46 \ 3  Scan005
Changes to electrical wiring connections to resolve a fault with the push button switch earthing.7th Jul 1923Box 46 \ 3  Scan006
Title page or section divider for the 'Ammeter'.22th Nov 1923Box 46 \ 3  Scan007
Query regarding a customer's failed ammeter, disputing the diagnosis of it being overloaded.22th Nov 1923Box 46 \ 3  Scan008
Potential fault with a client's ammeter related to it being earthed to the chassis frame.23th Nov 1923Box 46 \ 3  Scan009
Cover page for the 'Battery' section.6th Jan 1921Box 46 \ 3  Scan010
Correspondence regarding a failed battery cell from chassis 32-CW, requesting a free of charge replacement from the makers.6th Jan 1921Box 46 \ 3  Scan011
Faulty accumulator cell for chassis 92-CW, requesting a decision on payment responsibility.6th Jan 1921Box 46 \ 3  Scan012
Failed chloride cell on chassis 32-CW and its free-of-charge replacement for the customer.7th Jan 1921Box 46 \ 3  Scan013
Follow-up letter regarding payment for a faulty battery replacement on Chassis 92-CW.18th Jan 1921Box 46 \ 3  Scan014
Liability for a faulty cell on chassis 92-CW, pending inspection.21th Jan 1921Box 46 \ 3  Scan015
Requesting a battery for chassis 4-PP be sent to the Experimental Electrical Laboratory for examination.2nd Feb 1921Box 46 \ 3  Scan016
Faulty batteries returned for examination from chassis 4-PP.4th Feb 1921Box 46 \ 3  Scan017
Customer's request for a spare battery that can be kept in reserve indefinitely for chassis 43-AE.6th May 1921Box 46 \ 3  Scan018
Battery storage options and recommendations for chassis 43-AE.31th May 1921Box 46 \ 3  Scan019
Request to examine a cell removed from a 12-volt battery and report on whether a free replacement should be issued.7th Jun 1921Box 46 \ 3  Scan020
Communication regarding the free-of-charge repair of returned Exide batteries.9th Jun 1921Box 46 \ 3  Scan021
Replacement of a battery for chassis 62-LE from Grosse, Limited.9th Jun 1921Box 46 \ 3  Scan022
Cracked ebonite battery container, attributing the fault to mishandling rather than a design defect.10th Jun 1921Box 46 \ 3  Scan023
Complaint from Rippon Bros. regarding faulty batteries supplied with chassis 24-CE.7th Jul 1921Box 46 \ 3  Scan024
Examination report on three faulty Exide battery cells from Messrs. Rippon Bros.19th Jul 1921Box 46 \ 3  Scan025
Return of three X.607 Exide Batteries to the manufacturer for examination and report.22th Jul 1921Box 46 \ 3  Scan026
Two damaged battery cells from chassis 39-TW, quoting the owner's explanation and asking whether to charge for the replacements.10th Aug 1921Box 46 \ 3  Scan027
The examination of failed Exide cells and assigning responsibility to the Chloride Company.17th Nov 1921Box 46 \ 3  Scan028
Exide batteries for chassis 56-FW, attaching an extract from the Paris Depot for comment.23th Nov 1921Box 46 \ 3  Scan029
Extract from a Paris memo regarding a faulty Exide battery in a client's chassis and recurring issues with Exide accumulators.17th Nov 1921Box 46 \ 3  Scan030
Issues with Exide batteries, referencing a report received from the Paris depot.24th Nov 1921Box 46 \ 3  Scan031
Letter detailing ongoing issues and complaints regarding faulty Exide batteries, specifically plate buckling, in chassis 79-PE and other cars.10th Nov 1921Box 46 \ 3  Scan032
Questioning the satisfaction with Exide batteries and proposing a switch to a French-made alternative.3rd Nov 1921Box 46 \ 3  Scan033
Translated report from the technical department to the Paris agency regarding an irreparable Exide battery.3rd Nov 1921Box 46 \ 3  Scan034
The handling of 2-volt cells for chassis 152-BW and a planned visit from the Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd.30th Nov 1921Box 46 \ 3  Scan035
Attaching a letter from Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. and requesting particulars be obtained for them.4th Dec 1921Box 46 \ 3  Scan036
Customer's complaint about accumulator (battery) failure in Ceylon.26th Nov 1921Box 46 \ 3  Scan037
Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. regarding a faulty accumulator in Ceylon and requesting more information.3rd Dec 1921Box 46 \ 3  Scan038
Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. concerning service stations in India and Ceylon.12th Dec 1921Box 46 \ 3  Scan039
Summarising correspondence regarding customer issues with Exide batteries in France and the attached responsive action from Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd.12th Dec 1921Box 46 \ 3  Scan040
Letter from a battery supplier regarding service issues and proposed solutions in France.2nd Dec 1921Box 46 \ 3  Scan041
Mr. Ronald Alford's pre-war car, number 1-RB, and its batteries.6th Dec 1921Box 46 \ 3  Scan042
Agreed charges for Exide battery repairs and recharging from the Chloride Electric Storage Co.13th Jan 1922Box 46 \ 3  Scan043
Letter detailing repair quotes from Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd for several Exide batteries.3rd Feb 1922Box 46 \ 3  Scan044
List of batteries examined by Mr. Clark and Mr. McKinnon.7th Feb 1922Box 46 \ 3  Scan045
Internal memorandum regarding repairs, renewals, and charges for Exide batteries.9th Feb 1922Box 46 \ 3  Scan046
Proposal to repair Exide batteries and seeking client approval for the charges.10th Feb 1922Box 46 \ 3  Scan047


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