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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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Correspondence from Melbourne regarding front spring breakages on 20 HP chasses and customer treatment policy.19th Apr 1929Box 47 \ 5  Scan259
Concluding page of a memorandum from Melbourne, with a postscript referring to a previous memo.19th Apr 1929Box 47 \ 5  Scan260
Customer's complaint regarding tyre comfort and the subsequent investigation.26th Jun 1929Box 47 \ 5  Scan261
Pamphlet for customers regarding lower tyre pressures for 20-HP light cars.26th Jun 1929Box 47 \ 5  Scan262
Shock absorber knocks and repairs on 20 HP and 40/50 HP models.3rd Jul 1929Box 47 \ 5  Scan263
Request to test a worm-driven jack from the Dunlop Rubber Co. and to reply to a query about its handle.21th Nov 1923Box 48 \ 1  Scan001
Copy of a letter from The Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding the supply of a special worm-driven jack.19th Nov 1923Box 48 \ 1  Scan002
The testing of a sample Dunlop Worm Driven Jack and the decision to adopt them as standard.11th Dec 1923Box 48 \ 1  Scan003
Sending of two sample Dunlop jacks for testing.18th Dec 1923Box 48 \ 1  Scan004
Chasing a report on jacks submitted by the Dunlop Co.10th Jan 1924Box 48 \ 1  Scan005
Request for a report on Dunlop Jacks prior to placing further production orders.2nd Feb 1924Box 48 \ 1  Scan006
Query about sourcing Dunlop Jacks due to difficulty obtaining adequate supplies of Michelin Jacks from France.16th Apr 1924Box 48 \ 1  Scan007
Comparison of Michelin and Dunlop jacks, outlining dissatisfaction with Dunlop models and specifying required ranges for 40/50 HP and 20 HP cars.17th Apr 1924Box 48 \ 1  Scan008
Modifications and design improvements for a Dunlop Jack.13th Dec 1924Box 48 \ 1  Scan009
The performance and limitations of a Dunlop Jack for Balloon Tyres.1st Dec 1924Box 48 \ 1  Scan010
Modified Dunlop Jack for trial.2nd Mar 1926Box 48 \ 1  Scan011
Sending a double lifting jack with a ball bearing for testing and a potential lighter handle.26th Jan 1926Box 48 \ 1  Scan012
The delivery and review of a Dunlop 'High Lift' Jack.3rd Jul 1926Box 48 \ 1  Scan013
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. concerning the design and features of a new 'High Lift Jack'.30th Jun 1926Box 48 \ 1  Scan014
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding a quotation and a meeting.20th Sep 1926Box 48 \ 1  Scan015
The urgent need to source a suitable jack for the Phantom chassis.20th Sep 1926Box 48 \ 1  Scan016
Communications with Dunlop Rubber Co. about the availability of a jack for the 'Phantom' chassis.27th Sep 1926Box 48 \ 1  Scan017
Correspondence regarding the procurement of a suitable jack from the Dunlop Rubber Co. for the 'Phantom' Chassis.5th Oct 1926Box 48 \ 1  Scan018
Letter from Dunlop Rubber regarding the supply and delivery of jacks for a 40/50 HP chassis.4th Oct 1926Box 48 \ 1  Scan019
The unsuitability of Dunlop jacks for the Phantom chassis and the alternative of sourcing them from Michelin.9th Oct 1926Box 48 \ 1  Scan020
Modification to a jack, replacing a hardened steel washer with a phosphor bronze one to prevent failure.4th Jan 1927Box 48 \ 1  Scan021
Blueprint cross-section of a Dunlop Double Lift Jack with handwritten annotations.9th Feb 1927Box 48 \ 1  Scan022
Test report and analysis of a Dunlop Jack, detailing its dimensions, failures, and potential improvements.1st Feb 1927Box 48 \ 1  Scan023
Modifications to the Dunlop jack, including adding jack pads or increasing its base height.1st Feb 1927Box 48 \ 1  Scan024
Confirming the suitability of the latest Dunlop wheel jack for the 20 HP chassis.18th May 1927Box 48 \ 1  Scan025
Instructing the Experimental Department to test a scheme for a rear axle jack pad.25th May 1927Box 48 \ 1  Scan026
Fitting, testing, and recommended standardisation of jacking pads for the Phantom rear axle.26th May 1927Box 48 \ 1  Scan027
Blueprint detailing the position and angles for a brazed jack pad on a flanged component.9th Jun 1927Box 48 \ 1  Scan028
Analysis of a damaged Dunlop Jack, identifying over-winding as the cause and proposing modifications.9th Jun 1927Box 48 \ 1  Scan029
Failure of a Dunlop Jack and suggestions for a new sample.10th Jun 1927Box 48 \ 1  Scan030
Standardisation of jack pads fitted to the rear axle to reduce difficulty in jacking.26th May 1927Box 48 \ 1  Scan031
Standardisation report detailing the fitting of a new part to a chassis, including test date and associated costs.1st Oct 1927Box 48 \ 1  Scan032
Letter to the Dunlop Rubber Company regarding an over-winding issue with a Double-Lift Jack for a Phantom car.6th Sep 1927Box 48 \ 1  Scan033
Letter detailing issues with a jack's fine screw and distorted thread, which is being returned dismantled for examination.6th Sep 1927Box 48 \ 1  Scan034
Despatch of a dismantled jack to Messrs. Dunlop, Birmingham.1st Sep 1927Box 48 \ 1  Scan035
Standardisation and cost of a new Dunlop road wheel jack for the Phantom model.28th Sep 1927Box 48 \ 1  Scan036
Standardisation of a new Dunlop jack for road wheels to suit low pressure tyres.8th Sep 1927Box 48 \ 1  Scan037
Standardisation form for chassis parts detailing implementation questions.1st Sep 1928Box 48 \ 1  Scan038
Evaluating a sample wheel jack from Tangye for 20 HP cars, with suggestions for improvement and an inquiry about a similar jack for 40/50 cars.1st Sep 1928Box 48 \ 1  Scan039
Continuation memo specifying load capacities and suggesting a Tangye's jack as a better alternative to the Dunlop jack.1st May 1929Box 48 \ 1  Scan040
Comparing a new Tangye jack against the existing Dunlop jack for the 40/50 HP chassis.1st May 1929Box 48 \ 1  Scan041
Alterations to a sample jack and sending it to sales for standardisation.23th Aug 1929Box 48 \ 1  Scan042
The supply of 'Tangye Jacks' for the 40/50 HP Chassis.23th Aug 1929Box 48 \ 1  Scan043
The failure of Dunlop Super D.L. Jacks due to a stripped thread in the cast iron barrel.18th Sep 1929Box 48 \ 1  Scan044
The quality control issues with a new supplier for wheel jacks for 20 HP cars.7th Oct 1929Box 48 \ 1  Scan045
Recommendation to cease ordering Tangye jacks and instead use improved Dunlop jacks for the 20 HP and Phantom II cars.24th Feb 1930Box 48 \ 1  Scan046
Design specifications and compromises for a suitable hydraulic jack.24th Feb 1930Box 48 \ 1  Scan047
The specifications and requirements for a new hydraulic car jacking system, referencing issues with existing jacks.14th May 1930Box 48 \ 1  Scan048
Test report on the new Dunlop Super Double Lift Jack.14th May 1930Box 48 \ 1  Scan049
The performance and potential improvement of a jack mechanism, comparing a new model to the standard Dunlop Jack.9th May 1930Box 48 \ 1  Scan050
Test report on the new Dunlop Super Double Lift Jack, recommending its production due to successful testing.21th May 1930Box 48 \ 1  Scan051
Standardisation sheet discussing an engine centre support for F.S. & M.S. engines and a Dunlop Super Double Lift Jack.2nd Jun 1930Box 48 \ 1  Scan052
Standardisation and required improvement of the Dunlop Super Double Lift Jack No. 10 due to a short bearing.4th Jun 1930Box 48 \ 1  Scan053
Standardisation test report for a Dunlop Super Double Lift Jack No. 10.21th May 1930Box 48 \ 1  Scan054
The selection and pricing of a suitable jack for the Peregrine.16th Nov 1932Box 48 \ 1  Scan055
Request to order six Dunlop Dome Type Jacks (D.L.5.) with specific T-type handles for evaluation.17th Nov 1932Box 48 \ 1  Scan056
Specification and test results for a Dunlop Jack for the Peregrine model.1st Dec 1932Box 48 \ 1  Scan057
Blueprint of a 5-inch DL Dome Jack.25th Nov 1932Box 48 \ 1  Scan058
Sample jacks for the Bentley chassis from the Dunlop Co.13th Dec 1933Box 48 \ 1  Scan059
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. concerning the supply and specifications of three Dome type Jacks.11th Dec 1933Box 48 \ 1  Scan060
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. discussing modifications and pricing for different types of jacks.15th Dec 1933Box 48 \ 1  Scan061
Test report and feedback on Dunlop Dome Jacks for the 3½ Litre Bentley Chassis.15th Dec 1933Box 48 \ 1  Scan062
Requesting the despatch of two Dome type jacks to the Dunlop Co. for experimental testing.15th Dec 1933Box 48 \ 1  Scan063
The testing of Dunlop dome jacks for the 3 1/2 Litre Bentley chassis.15th Dec 1933Box 48 \ 1  Scan064
Tests carried out on two sample Dunlop Dome Jacks for Bentley Cars.10th Jan 1934Box 48 \ 1  Scan065
The substitution of a Dunlop Dome Jack for Bentley cars.19th Jan 1934Box 48 \ 1  Scan066
Standardisation report for a modified Dunlop jack and handle.10th Jan 1934Box 48 \ 1  Scan067
Experimenting with a larger Mechanic Machine Co's universal joint on an EAC. 7 chassis.28th May 1925Box 48 \ 1  Scan068
The inspection of universal joints from the USA for Mr. Royce.25th Jun 1925Box 48 \ 1  Scan069
Receipt and inspection of Universal Joints from the Mechanic Machine Company, USA.4th Sep 1925Box 48 \ 1  Scan070
Requesting a report on Mechanic's Universal Joints from the USA and their potential fitment to various chassis models.16th Oct 1925Box 48 \ 1  Scan071
Forwarding a letter from Mechanics Machine Company requesting test results on universal joints.6th Nov 1925Box 48 \ 1  Scan072
The testing of universal joints supplied by the Mechanic's Machine Co., Rockford.7th Nov 1925Box 48 \ 1  Scan073
The fitting of a Mechanic's Universal Joint to a specific chassis.10th Nov 1925Box 48 \ 1  Scan074
Requesting information on a 'Mechanic's Joint' to respond to an offer from the manufacturing company.24th Dec 1925Box 48 \ 1  Scan075
The condition and lubrication of Mechanic's Joints after running 1623 miles.5th Jan 1926Box 48 \ 1  Scan076
Use of a large Mechanic's joint from the USA for the EAC.7 propeller shaft.1st Feb 1926Box 48 \ 1  Scan077
Recommendation from Mechanic's Machine Co. to use grease instead of oil in the sliding splined coupling on their universal joint.8th Feb 1926Box 48 \ 1  Scan078
Design, testing, and modification of a mechanic's joint for a propeller shaft.24th Feb 1926Box 48 \ 1  Scan079
Letter from R.A. Rothermel Ltd. following up on the test results for Mechanics Universal Joint sets.19th Mar 1926Box 48 \ 1  Scan080
Letter to Messrs. R.A. Rothermal Ltd. regarding the testing of Mechanic Universal Joints from the U.S.A.29th Mar 1926Box 48 \ 1  Scan081
Letter from R.A. Rothermel Ltd. acknowledging tests on Mechanics Universal Joints and requesting further reports.31th Mar 1926Box 48 \ 1  Scan082
Issues with torque tube control and advocating for a parallel control system for back axles and universal joints.21th Apr 1926Box 48 \ 1  Scan083
The performance of an American Mechanics Joint fitted to a 20 HP car propeller shaft over 14,215 miles.9th Nov 1926Box 48 \ 1  Scan084
Comparison of a cardan shaft joint with the American Mechanics Joint, highlighting the benefits of reduced lubrication.9th Nov 1926Box 48 \ 1  Scan085
Proposed 5' universal joint for use on EAC.10, comparing it to other designs and outlining adaptations.1st Jan 1928Box 48 \ 1  Scan086
Design and manufacturing of a propeller shaft universal joint, comparing it to a 'Mechanic's type'.25th Jan 1928Box 48 \ 1  Scan087
Modifications to a universal joint and propeller shaft for the India 3 model.28th Apr 1928Box 48 \ 1  Scan088
Knocking, wear, and lubrication issues concerning the 20HP Mechanic's Joints.31th Aug 1928Box 48 \ 1  Scan089
Modifications to the mechanic's joint for the propeller shaft for 20 HP and 40/50 HP models.28th Sep 1928Box 48 \ 1  Scan090
Standardisation sheet for Mechanics joints on the 20 HP model for the India 1V works.17th Dec 1928Box 48 \ 1  Scan091
Need and design for a test rig for mechanics joints.1st Feb 1929Box 48 \ 1  Scan092
Design and modification of Universal Mechanics Type Joints, noting issues with stiffness.13th Feb 1929Box 48 \ 1  Scan093
Standardisation of mechanics joints for a 20 HP car to improve transmission.17th Dec 1928Box 48 \ 1  Scan094
Instruction to change the jointing material for Mechanics Universal Joints from felt to chrome leather.15th Apr 1929Box 48 \ 1  Scan095


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