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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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Delivery and testing of artillery type steel wheels for 20 HP and 40/50 HP models.13th Dec 1926Box 53 \ 3  Scan205
Proposal for adapting a standard two-arm side spare wheel carrier for Phantom steel artillery wheels.22th Dec 1926Box 53 \ 3  Scan206
Weight specifications for Dunlop Steel Artillery Wheels, Type H.2 (Goshawk).30th Dec 1926Box 53 \ 3  Scan207
Standardization and ordering of steel artillery type wheels with well base rims.10th Jan 1927Box 53 \ 3  Scan208
Raising concerns about delays and process changes for testing steel artillery wheels.20th Jan 1927Box 53 \ 3  Scan209
Procedure for testing artillery wheels, specifically using a bumping rig versus road testing.18th Jan 1927Box 53 \ 3  Scan210
Clarifying a previous decision regarding the ordering of steel artillery wheels and the necessity of bumping tests.17th Jan 1927Box 53 \ 3  Scan211
Responding to a query about the status and testing of steel artillery wheels for 20 HP and Phantom models.24th Jan 1927Box 53 \ 3  Scan212
History of correspondence and testing regarding Steel Artillery Wheels with Wellbase Rims.24th Jan 1927Box 53 \ 3  Scan213
Test eliminations, production concerns, and supply issues related to tyres and rims.20th Jan 1927Box 53 \ 3  Scan214
Letter regarding the ordering and testing of Steel Artillery Wheels with Wellbase Rims.28th Jan 1927Box 53 \ 3  Scan215
The receipt of experimental steel artillery wheels for the 40/50 HP chassis and arranging for Dunlop to produce 12 sets.2nd Feb 1927Box 53 \ 3  Scan216
Modified side carrier for artillery wheels for the Phantom model.28th Feb 1927Box 53 \ 3  Scan217
Letter from Dunlop Rim & Wheel Co. Ltd. proposing the supply of a set of Wire Wheels and enclosing blueprints.3rd May 1927Box 53 \ 3  Scan218
Letter to The Dunlop Rubber Co. concerning the supply of 31' and 33' tyres and the wheel question.6th May 1927Box 53 \ 3  Scan219
Requesting an investigation into modifying hubs to enable comparative testing of artillery and wire wheels on the same front axle.18th May 1927Box 53 \ 3  Scan220
Standardisation report on steel artillery wheels as an alternative to wire wheels.21th Apr 1927Box 53 \ 3  Scan221
The costs involved in offering steel artillery wheels as an alternative to wire wheels.9th May 1927Box 53 \ 3  Scan222
Standardisation of chassis parts, specifically regarding the use of artillery wheels.23th May 1927Box 53 \ 3  Scan223
Standardisation of artillery wheels for the X.4586 - 20 HP model.30th May 1927Box 53 \ 3  Scan224
Proposal to reduce the width of standard wire wheels for the Phantom model by adapting artillery wheel hubs.1st Oct 1927Box 53 \ 3  Scan225
Proposed narrower wire wheels and hubs for the 20 HP chassis.8th Oct 1927Box 53 \ 3  Scan226
The testing of a new voltage regulator from The British Lighting & Ignition Company using a 20 HP dynamo.9th Jun 1923Box 53 \ 3  Scan227
Testing of a voltage regulator from The British Lighting & Ignition Company on a 20 HP dynamo.9th May 1923Box 53 \ 3  Scan228
B.L.I.C. rotating magnet magneto and a new voltage control system.9th Jun 1923Box 53 \ 3  Scan229
Hand-drawn schematic of a DC motor circuit with a battery.18th Jun 1923Box 53 \ 3  Scan230
Receipt of a dynamo for approval and its subsequent forwarding for a voltage regulator.18th Jun 1923Box 53 \ 3  Scan231
Letter to British Lighting & Ignition Co. Ltd. regarding the dispatch of a 20 HP dynamo for experimental testing and adaptation.18th Jun 1923Box 53 \ 3  Scan232
Letter from a supplier confirming receipt of a 20-HP chassis dynamo and that modifications are underway.21th Jun 1923Box 53 \ 3  Scan233
Letter regarding unsatisfactory 'Z' Le Carbone Brushes on a 20 HP generator and the supply of alternative brushes for testing.10th Jul 1923Box 53 \ 3  Scan234
Continued letter providing instructions on using brushes and mentioning standard Z brushes.10th Jul 1923Box 53 \ 3  Scan235
Requesting a follow-up with B.L.I.C. on the progress of adapting a voltage regulator for a Goshawk dynamo.5th Sep 1923Box 53 \ 3  Scan236
Correspondence regarding experimental work on a B.L.I.C. electrolytic voltage regulator for a 20 HP car.18th Sep 1923Box 53 \ 3  Scan237
Letter to The British Lighting & Ignition Co. Ltd. acknowledging receipt of an electrolytic voltage control and a 20 HP chassis dynamo for testing.19th Oct 1923Box 53 \ 3  Scan238
Letter confirming the receipt of an Electrolytic Dynamo and Battery Controller for testing.20th Oct 1923Box 53 \ 3  Scan239
List of test procedures for a B.L.I.C. voltage regulator applied to a 20 HP dynamo.29th Jan 1924Box 53 \ 3  Scan240
Request for a report on the Electrolyte Voltage Regulator currently under observation for The Blic Company.11th Apr 1924Box 53 \ 3  Scan241
The investigation status of the B.L.I.C. Electrolytic Voltage Regulator.12th Apr 1924Box 53 \ 3  Scan242
Letter from The British Lighting & Ignition Co. Ltd. following up on a previously suspended investigation into an Electrolytic Voltage Regulator.17th Sep 1924Box 53 \ 3  Scan243
Status of tests on a B.L.I.C. Voltage Regulator.20th Sep 1924Box 53 \ 3  Scan244
The location of a Dynamo, an Electrolytic Regulator, and a Regulator Resistance owned by another company.27th Jan 1925Box 53 \ 3  Scan245
The testing and status of a B.L.I.C. electrolytic voltage regulator.28th Jan 1925Box 53 \ 3  Scan246
Cover letter forwarding correspondence from the British Lighting & Ignition Co. Ltd.4th Feb 1925Box 53 \ 3  Scan247
Letter from The British Lighting & Ignition Co. Ltd. regarding the ownership of a dynamo and requesting a report on electrolytic regulator equipment.3rd Feb 1925Box 53 \ 3  Scan248
Letter to British Lighting & Ignition Co. Ltd. regarding a Dynamo and Electrolytic Regulator.28th Jan 1925Box 53 \ 3  Scan249
Instructions and progress report on testing a BLIC Dynamo Equipment.9th Feb 1925Box 53 \ 3  Scan250
Results of testing an electrical apparatus and dynamo under various loads.29th Jun 1920Box 53 \ 3  Scan251
Instructions regarding an investigation into dynamo characteristics for battery charging requirements.29th Sep 1920Box 53 \ 3  Scan252
Letter regarding experimental bench tests on electrolytic regulator equipment and issues with cell gassing.10th Feb 1925Box 53 \ 3  Scan253
Thank you letter regarding information provided on Electrolytic Regulator Equipment.13th Feb 1925Box 53 \ 3  Scan254
Query regarding outstanding 'Sale or Return' items delivered in 1923 from the British Lighting & Ignition Co. Ltd.24th Feb 1926Box 53 \ 3  Scan255
Retention of a B.L.I.C. Electrolytic Voltage Regulator for ongoing investigations.1st Mar 1926Box 53 \ 3  Scan256
Requesting the availability of a spare 20 HP chassis.16th Jan 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan001
Sending a 20 HP chassis to the USA for cold weather testing to adapt it for American conditions.19th Jan 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan002
Need to send a 20 HP chassis to America for cold weather experiments.19th Jan 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan003
Proposal to send an experimental 20 HP car to the U.S.A. for evaluation and potential sales.19th Jan 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan004
The shipment of a 20 HP car and driver to America.29th Jan 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan005
Cancelling a previous communication about a 20 HP car for America.30th Jan 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan006
Selection of a body and chassis for a 20 HP car destined for the U.S.A.29th Jan 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan007
Feedback on the springing of a 20-HP car in America and the proposal to use stronger springs.4th Apr 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan008
Fitting stronger springs for a 20-HP car, number 44-G-3, sent to America.5th Apr 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan009
The experiences and issues with a 20-HP car during testing in the U.S.A.20th Apr 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan010
Various vehicle faults including suspension, engine, and instrument issues.20th Apr 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan011
Vehicle performance issues, ground clearance, dynamo function, and requests from the Springfield branch.1st Apr 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan012
Complaints from America regarding intermittent fuel feed and squeaking brakes on the 20-HP chassis.7th Jan 1925Box 53 \ 4  Scan013
Internal memorandum discussing solutions for carburettor choking and brake drum complaints on 20-HP cars.1st Jan 1925Box 53 \ 4  Scan014
Difficulties in undertaking the production of a left-handed 20 HP chassis for the USA.4th Oct 1928Box 53 \ 4  Scan015
Development of the S-S and 20 HP cars, and the 'mirror-reflexion' principle for producing left-hand drive models.14th Sep 1928Box 53 \ 4  Scan016
Principle of symmetrical parts to facilitate the production of left-hand drive cars for the S.S. and India III models.1st Sep 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan017
Request to supply an order number for chassis No. 36-HG in connection with the 40/50 HP production 10,000 miles test.1st Sep 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan018
Confirming an order has been raised to cover the work and expenses for a 10,000 miles production test on chassis 36-HG.6th Sep 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan019
Outlining the routine and progress of a 10,000-mile test on a 20 HP production car.20th Sep 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan020
Methodology and rationale for a 10,000-mile test on a production chassis.28th Sep 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan021
Outlining the methodology and considerations for a 10,000-mile production car test, including reporting frequency and performance checks.28th Sep 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan022
Testing methodology and progress of a 20 HP car's 10,000-mile test.28th Sep 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan023
Continuation page discussing a car testing programme, including a run in the Lake District and a proposal for testing by a 'fool'.4th Oct 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan024
Provision of bodies for 10,000-mile chassis tests.4th Oct 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan025
Instructing 'Hs.' to proceed with a rapid road test based on CJ's remarks on a previous memo.4th Oct 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan026
The arrangement of rapid tests for the first chassis in each batch, specifically for the 40/50HP and 20HP models.1st Oct 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan027
Planning and handover of 10,000-mile production tests for various chassis.10th Oct 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan028
Distinguishing between experimental and production 10,000-mile chassis tests.8th Oct 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan029
Preparation and testing of an 'R' Series Chassis.10th Oct 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan030
Final test report listing issues for Chassis No. 12-EM after a 10,000-mile run.30th Oct 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan031
248.9-mile road test of chassis 12-EM, detailing performance, consumption, and issues encountered.19th Nov 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan032
The collection of a Barker Saloon chassis from Lillie Hall and the inability to fit 4-wheel brakes.19th Nov 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan033
The condition of a 40/50 10,000-mile production car, 12-EM, after testing.23th Nov 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan034
30-mile test drive of a 40/50 production car, focusing on its performance and ineffective foot brakes.26th Nov 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan035
30-mile test drive of a 40/50 10,000 miles production car.26th Nov 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan036
Loose wheel spokes found on a 10,000-mile production trial car, suggesting the wheels be returned to Dunlop for examination.27th Nov 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan037
List of criticisms following a 10,000-mile test run of chassis No. 12-EM.29th Nov 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan038
Car inspection results, component failures, and passenger complaints regarding exhaust fumes.29th Nov 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan039
Letter concerning a complaint about a Lucas dynamo on the 10,000 Miles Trial Car 12-EM and a delay in its despatch.29th Nov 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan040
Letter from Lucas Electrical Co. Ltd. detailing the examination and repair of a noisy dynamo returned due to bearing noise.28th Nov 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan041
Unsatisfactory braking performance on a 40/50 chassis with four-wheel brakes.30th Nov 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan042
Requesting an inspection of a dismantled chassis from a 10,000-mile trial car before cleaning.4th Dec 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan043
The condition of a 12-EM trial car chassis after a 10,000-mile test.1st Dec 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan044
Further report on the 12-EM 'S' Series trials after 10,000 miles, detailing component wear and failures.7th Dec 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan045
Page 2 of a vehicle inspection report detailing the condition of various components.7th Dec 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan046
Wear and faults found on various car components after a trial.11th Dec 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan047
Actions required following a 10,000-mile test run and inspection of chassis 12-EM.11th Dec 1923Box 53 \ 4  Scan048


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