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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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Recommendation to adopt a new jack from Tangye for the 20 HP chassis, as the previous supplier, Michelin, has ceased production.31th Jan 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan013
Feedback and modification suggestions for a Tangye Jack intended for the 20 HP Chassis.6th Feb 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan014
Feedback and proposed modifications for a Tangye Jack for the 20 HP Chassis.6th Feb 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan015
Sales feedback and proposed modifications for a 20 HP Tangye jack.7th Feb 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan016
Design preferences for a jack's joint and handle, prioritizing production due to urgency.14th Feb 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan017
Inquiry regarding the introduction date of a modified Tangye Jack for the 20 HP Chassis.14th Feb 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan018
Query regarding the introduction date for the Tangye Jack for the 20 HP Chassis.14th Feb 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan019
Letter forwarding a quotation from Messrs. Tangyes for a wheel jack for the 20-HP chassis.18th Feb 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan020
The design specifications for a jack handle, comparing various options and making a recommendation for an order.18th Feb 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan021
Requesting the return of a sample Tangye jack for a 20 HP car for demonstration purposes.21th Feb 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan022
Return of a sample Tangye jack for a 20 HP car.25th Feb 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan023
Standardisation document for replacing the Michelin jack with a British-made 'Tangye' jack for the 20 HP model.20th Feb 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan024
The sourcing of a new jack for the 20 HP chassis from Tangye.31th Jan 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan025
Comparison between a new Tangye jack and the existing Dunlop jack for the 40/50 HP chassis.1st May 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan026
Suggested improvements to a car jack and proposing its standardisation to replace the Dunlop jack.23th May 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan027
Agreeing to adopt the Tangye Jack for the 40/50 HP chassis to replace the Dunlop jack.23th May 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan028
Inquiry regarding the standardisation of the Tangye jack for the 40/50 HP chassis.4th Jun 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan029
Supply and cost of jacks for the 40/50 HP Chassis from supplier Tangye.31th Jul 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan030
Inability of Tangye to supply a suitable jack, leading to the continued use of the Dunlop jack.23th Aug 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan031
The poor quality of production Tangye Jacks for the 20 HP chassis compared to the approved sample.3rd Oct 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan032
History of sourcing and subsequent quality issues with wheel jacks for the 20 HP cars.31th Oct 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan033
Recommendation to cease ordering Tangye jacks and instead use a modified, less expensive Dunlop jack for 20 HP and Phantom II cars.30th Oct 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan034
Sample of a modified Tangye Jack, querying its cadmium plating.30th Oct 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan035
Sample Tangye Jack with a cadmium plated tube.6th Nov 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan036
Questioning the delivery of a second sample Tangye Jack.1st Nov 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan037
Sample Jack design, materials, and testing, received from Tangyes.2nd Sep 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan038
Testing a jack made by Tangyes, including conditions and material requirements.22th Sep 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan039
Test report and commentary on a car jack manufactured by Tangyes.9th Oct 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan040
Dispatch of two Tangye Jacks for testing and design checking.12th Feb 1931Box 52 \ 4  Scan041
Test report on a Tangye double lift screw jack, detailing dimensions, weight, and test results.4th Mar 1931Box 52 \ 4  Scan042
Assessment of a large screw jack and a hydraulic jack, finding the hydraulic jack unsuitable due to its dimensions and oil leaks.4th Mar 1931Box 52 \ 4  Scan043
Blueprint for two half-size model crankshafts for experimental comparison.10th Oct 1933Box 52 \ 4  Scan044
Internal memorandum discussing the concept of 100% balance in four-bearing versus seven-bearing crankshafts.21th Nov 1933Box 52 \ 4  Scan045
Data table listing the balance and out-of-balance measurements for centre and end units.21th Nov 1933Box 52 \ 4  Scan046
Blueprint of a multi-throw crankshaft with various dimensional annotations.21th Nov 1933Box 52 \ 4  Scan047
The torque reversal test performed on model cranks DEB.2070 A & B.21th Feb 1934Box 52 \ 4  Scan048
Joggling test results for Model Cranks, design 2070 A & B, including a diagram of a typical fracture.10th Feb 1934Box 52 \ 4  Scan049
Letter from a supplier detailing the testing procedures for four 6-volt starter batteries.25th May 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan050
Routine treatment report for a car lighting and starting battery, detailing charge and discharge cycles.3rd Jun 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan051
Test report detailing the second charge cycle data and readings for a 6-cell battery.3rd Jun 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan052
Log sheet detailing battery cell performance, charge data, and temperature readings.3rd Jun 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan053
Battery charging and performance test log with cell-by-cell readings.25th May 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan054
Missing correspondence concerning Ediswan batteries, referencing a letter about an arrangement to send four starter batteries.25th May 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan055
Test report on an Ediswan Battery (221) after 10 months of bench life testing.3rd Apr 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan056
Requesting the return of a dry and unused Ediswan battery to the Edison Swan Electric Co.22th May 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan057
Experimental record sheet for an Ediswan XSB SS 7-3-4 battery.23th Jul 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan058
Experimental record sheet for an Ediswan XSB 557-1-2 battery.13th Aug 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan059
Battery discharge test chart for an Ediswan XSB 557-1-2 battery.20th Jun 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan060
Chart recording of an electrical test measuring ampere-hour performance over time.28th Jun 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan061
Performance test chart for Ediswan 6-volt units.2nd Apr 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan062
Letter to The Edison Swan Electric Co. Ltd. regarding specifications for 20/25 and 40/50 HP chassis batteries.5th Jun 1931Box 52 \ 4  Scan063
Letter from The Edison Swan Electric Company acknowledging receipt of a letter regarding specifications for two batteries.8th Jun 1931Box 52 \ 4  Scan064
Information and a trial of a car fitted with a Salerni Coupling.4th Apr 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan065
Potential testing and anticipated performance of a Salerni coupling.6th Apr 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan066
From 'DA' to 'HS' requesting a demonstration of the Salerni coupling.27th Mar 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan067
Outlining an idea for an easy-change device for gearboxes.14th Apr 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan068
The performance and qualifications of a Salerni coupling fitted to a 7 HP Fiat.17th Apr 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan069
Continued document discussing the drawback of a heavy clutch pedal.30th May 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan070
Urgent experiment with a Salerni coupling for the 14-EX model.30th May 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan071
'The Gearbox Problem' and potential solutions for creating a quieter and more easily changed gear.3rd Jun 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan072
Operational issues of the Salerni Coupling and proposing design modifications.3rd Jun 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan073
Potential gearbox and clutch designs, including the Salerni coupling.6th Jun 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan074
Modifications to the brake linkage and servo for the Salerni coupling on EAC.7.6th Jun 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan075
New scheme for a silent 3rd speed gearbox using a single and double helical arrangement.2nd Jun 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan076
Correction to a scheme for an experimental Salerni coupling on an EAC.7. gearbox.8th Jun 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan077
Comparing an Isotta Fraschini to a Rolls Royce car and discussing a coincidental epicyclic gearbox design.1st Mar 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan078
Typed letter discussing Mr. Salerni's visits, a potential patent conflict over gear arrangement, and a proposed working agreement.13th Jan 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan079
From 'R.' regarding the development of a silent, easy-to-change 4-speed gearbox using a Salerni coupling.13th Jan 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan080
Salerni coupling, discussing the control rod, load capacity, and proposed modifications.3rd Mar 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan081
Progress on the Salerni coupling for the EAC.7 gearbox.7th May 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan082
The progress of an experiment fitting a Salerni coupling to the 14-EX chassis for gearbox development.23th Aug 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan083
Company's present position on various change-gear technologies and their potential adoption.1st Nov 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan084
Various gearbox designs, including overspeed, Panhard, freewheel, and epicyclic systems.1st Nov 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan085
Progress report on the design of a new 3-speed gearbox with semi-silent, pre-selection easy change features.11th Nov 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan086
Difficulties experienced while testing the Salerni Coupling.11th Nov 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan087
Brief review of the operation of the Salerni coupling on RAC. 7.11th Nov 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan088
Instructions and analysis of gear engagement and clutch operation for a Salerni gearbox.11th Nov 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan089
Issues with gear engagement, the Salerni coupling, cone brake, and a torsion spring.11th Nov 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan090
Blueprint diagram of a Salerni Coupling in the free-wheeling position.13th Nov 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan091
Description of the operation of the Salerni lever mechanism.13th Nov 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan092
Two diagrams illustrating the freewheeling and engaged positions of a simplified Salooni operating mechanism on EAC 7.15th Nov 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan093
Issues and potential experimental use of the Salerni coupling on a 40/50 model.15th Nov 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan094
Instruction about ensuring no load on the clutch rod when the coupling is engaged.17th Nov 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan095
Request to insert packing pieces and reduce torque on the springs for a Salerni coupling on a 14-Ex model.17th Nov 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan096
Experiments to be carried out on the Salerni coupling for the EAC.7.18th Nov 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan097
Issues with change gear mechanisms, specifically Maybach jaws, and proposing alternative solutions.3rd Mar 1931Box 52 \ 4  Scan098
The proposal to carry two spare wheels on the rear of a Phantom II for the Prince of Wales.15th Nov 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan099
The proposal to carry two spare wheels on a Phantom II car for the Prince of Wales.20th Nov 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan100
Weight distribution at the rear of cars, specifically regarding spare wheel placement for H.R.H. The Prince of Wales.26th Nov 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan101
Required improvements and concerns for car 115-WJ, belonging to the Prince of Wales.12th Dec 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan102
Faults on a car's bonnet, radiator, shock absorbers, springing and steering, including a special mascot for the Prince of Wales.12th Dec 1929Box 52 \ 4  Scan103
Letter to H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding failures on K. S. Petrol Gauges, including one on the Prince of Wales' car.18th Jan 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan104
Proposal to increase luggage box size and its impact on weight distribution and steering.13th Jan 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan105
Car test and a steering question related to the Prince of Wales' car.10th Jan 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan106
Modifications to the Prince of Wales' car, concerning the fitting of two rear wheels and its effect on steering.9th Jan 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan107
Failure of a Hobson K.S. Telegauge on chassis 115-WJ, belonging to the Prince of Wales.22th Jan 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan108
Letter concerning the return of a faulty telegauge head from the Prince of Wales' car for inspection due to a suspected leak.22th Jan 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan109
The despatch of one Telegauge Head to Messrs H.M. Hobson for inspection.22th Jan 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan110
Confirming the repair and dispatch of the dashboard unit from the Prince of Wales' car.7th Feb 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan111
Alterations and performance testing of car 115-WJ, belonging to the Prince of Wales.26th Apr 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan112


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