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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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Phantom steering issues, attributing them to balloon tyres and suggesting hydraulic damping as a solution.18th Aug 1925Box 55 \ 3  Scan243
Points of agreement regarding steering performance on the 12-EX model, covering a new lighter axle and hydraulic shock dampers.20th Aug 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan244
Steering improvements for the 12-EX car, focusing on new front axles and hydraulic dampers to reduce wobbles.20th Aug 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan245
Preference for 6.75 inch tyres over 5 inch tyres despite the increased risk of wobbles.30th Aug 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan246
Standardisation of hydraulic dampers on an experimental 20 HP car.30th Aug 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan247
Limited free movement of hydraulic dampers and the potential safety issues this could cause with balloon tyres.14th Sep 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan248
Safety concern with hydraulic dampers and their limited movement.14th Sep 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan249
Updated settings and modifications for hydraulic shock dampers following tests in France.15th Sep 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan250
Confirming the use of compressor oil for new shock dampers and sending a sample for laboratory analysis.15th Sep 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan251
Responding to a query about the hydraulic shock damper arrangement.16th Sep 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan252
Change in oil type and filling procedure for hydraulic shock dampers.15th Sep 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan253
Proposal to omit the air vent on hydraulic shock dampers.17th Sep 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan254
Laboratory report on the properties of a compressor oil sample, including specific gravity, flash point, acidity, and viscosity.22th Sep 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan255
Letter to the Vacuum Oil Co. Ltd. requesting a suitable oil for a hydraulic damper.22th Sep 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan256
Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company recommending Gargoyle Mobiloil 'E' for a hydraulic damper.25th Sep 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan257
Fractured rear hydraulic damper bracket and the requirement for a protective shield.25th Sep 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan258
Requesting viscosity figures for a sample of Mobiloil 'E' oil at various temperatures.27th Sep 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan259
Recommendation for Gargoyle Mobiloil 'E' for use in re-filling hydraulic shock dampers.27th Sep 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan260
Query regarding the lack of maintenance and upkeep instructions for hydraulic shock absorbers.29th Sep 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan261
Responding to a report of oil leakage from front shock absorbers, discussing potential causes and solutions.29th Sep 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan262
Vehicle suspension performance, damper settings, and road testing methodologies.29th Sep 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan263
Vehicle wobbles, suspension qualities, tyre types, and hydraulic dampers.29th Sep 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan264
Standard test procedure for measuring rear riding comfort using water spillage from a container.25th Jun 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan265
The testing procedures for hydraulic shock dampers.25th Jun 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan266
Instructions for checking and dismantling leaking glands after a road test.22th Sep 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan267
Laboratory report on the properties and viscosity of a compressor oil sample.22th Sep 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan268
Issuance of information and future notes on hydraulic shock absorbers.30th Sep 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan269
Recommendation to send spare packings and caps for hydraulic shock dampers to depots for replacement and testing.30th Sep 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan270
Issuing preliminary instructions for hydraulic shock dampers to the Depots.2nd Oct 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan271
Recommendations for customers on the maintenance and refilling of hydraulic shock dampers.2nd Oct 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan272
The rigging of a front hydraulic steering damper.2nd Oct 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan273
Circulating maintenance information on hydraulic shock dampers.5th Oct 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan274
Maintenance and pressure testing instructions for hydraulic shock dampers, focusing on gland re-packing.1st Oct 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan275
Instructions and diagram for pressure testing shock dampers for oil leaks.1st Oct 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan276
Instructions for shock damper maintenance, oil filling, and load specifications.1st Sep 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan277
Laboratory report detailing the specific gravity, flash point, acidity, and viscosity of a compressor oil sample.1st Sep 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan278
Specifying shock damper loading settings for experimental 20 HP and Phantom cars.6th Oct 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan279
Steering wobble issues, the conflict between self-righting and irreversibility, and a proposed patentable solution using a spring on the worm shaft.6th Oct 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan280
Despatch of a broken rear hydraulic shock damper suspending bracket.7th Oct 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan281
Confirming a telephonic conversation about fitting a car with hydraulic dampers, well base wheels, and tyres.8th Oct 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan282
Testing of production glands and packing for hydraulic shock dampers, and proposing further tests with different spring and packing combinations.1st Oct 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan283
Requesting an order of stronger springs for the front hydraulic shock damper for experimental purposes on 40/50 HP and 20 HP chassis.12th Oct 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan284
Audible knock caused by hydraulic shock dampers.12th Oct 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan285
The procurement of softer packings for experimental hydraulic shock dampers.12th Oct 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan286
Excessive wear on hydraulic shock damper bushes and proposing a material change to hardened steel.19th Oct 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan287
Standardisation of front hydraulic shock dampers.23th Sep 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan288
Cost difference for standardising front hydraulic shock dampers.4th Oct 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan289
Tests to ascertain the cause of knocks in hydraulic shock dampers, identifying end play in the lever shaft as the issue.25th Oct 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan290
Proposals for managing friction in a new front axle, steering pivots, and clutch.5th Nov 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan291
Letter from America to Derby discussing front shock absorbers, comparing Lovejoy, R.R. hydraulics, and Houdaille types.12th Nov 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan292
Vehicle riding characteristics, shock absorbers, and the stiffness testing of road springs.12th Nov 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan293
The stiffness of front springs on a new axle pad and its effect on riding.12th Nov 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan294
Typed memo from 'R.' to 'Hs.' requesting vehicle modifications and asking technical questions.24th Nov 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan295
Proposed front axle control system for the Phantom model, including modifications and suggestions for testing.14th Dec 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan296
Three improvements for the Phantom steering system, concerning a pendulum lever, friction, and dampers.12th Jun 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan297
Standardisation proposal for rear hydraulic shock dampers.1st Oct 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan298
Trial and disadvantages of certain hydraulic shock dampers.10th Dec 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan299
Standardization and modification of hydraulic rear dampers for the Phantom model.13th Dec 1928Box 55 \ 3  Scan300
Need for double shock absorbers on 40/50 & 20 HP cars prepared for speed.13th Dec 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan301
Advantages and recommendation for implementing rear hydraulic dampers on the Phantom model.14th Dec 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan302
The use of a shock damper arm as a second coupling for parallel motion on the front axle.17th Dec 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan303
Performance of hydraulic dampers and rear springs on car 9-G-111.20th Dec 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan304
Authorizing the dispatch of urgent parts for an experimental car to Conduit Street, London.21th Dec 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan305
Ineffective rear shock absorbers causing road-holding and braking issues on a 20 HP Experimental car.22th Dec 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan306
Modifications to the rear shock dampers for improved ground clearance.22th Dec 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan307
Experiments and proposed modifications to the Phantom's front axle control damper lever.23th Dec 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan308
Standardisation sheet regarding the battery box support and tie rod for the 20 HP model.29th Dec 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan309
Notice to stop work on damper schemes 2293/4 and 2323 due to the introduction of a new, modified design.29th Dec 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan310
Request to arrange a rear hydraulic damper with specific springs and to check the resulting loading.30th Dec 1926Box 55 \ 3  Scan311
Request for the production and fitting of high pressure valve springs for a rear hydraulic shock damper on an experimental 40/50 chassis.6th Jan 1927Box 55 \ 4  Scan001
Instructions to produce and fit a new High Pressure Valve Spring for the front hydraulic shock damper on the 20-HP chassis.13th Jan 1927Box 55 \ 4  Scan002
Proposal to experimentally try a spring-controlled ball at the apex of the torque arm to minimise wear and obviate issues with the spring.17th Nov 1927Box 55 \ 4  Scan003
Comparing two shock damper springs to achieve a required load of 80 lbs.19th Jan 1927Box 55 \ 4  Scan004
Suitability of leather covers for rear hydraulic connecting links, proposing a metal alternative.27th Jan 1927Box 55 \ 4  Scan005
The reduction of front braking and checking for obsolete hydraulic dampers on experimental 40/50 HP cars.28th Jan 1927Box 55 \ 4  Scan006
Load testing and selection of a suitable rear shock damper spring for the Phantom Chassis.31th Jan 1927Box 55 \ 4  Scan007
Testing of spring F.75148 and recommending the use of aluminium washers to adjust for variations in shock absorbers.2nd Feb 1927Box 55 \ 4  Scan008
Proposal to modify the steering shock damper by adding bye-passes to facilitate shunting.1st Feb 1927Box 55 \ 4  Scan009
Advantages and considerations of hydraulic damping for steering systems.1st Feb 1927Box 55 \ 4  Scan010
High-pressure valve spring for the Phantom Chassis rear hydraulic shock damper.2nd Feb 1927Box 55 \ 4  Scan011
Mr. Royce's suggestion to experimentally fit both standard hydraulic and Hartford shock absorbers onto fast cars.1st Feb 1927Box 55 \ 4  Scan012
Modification to hydraulic shock dampers to eliminate a hydraulic knock.9th Feb 1927Box 55 \ 4  Scan013
Audible knock in the hydraulic shock damper caused by wear and proposing a redesign of the lever bearings.1st Feb 1927Box 55 \ 4  Scan014
Knock from wear and tear, and a test to reduce it by pressure-feeding oil to damper bearings.1st Feb 1927Box 55 \ 4  Scan015
Blueprint showing a cross-section of a shaft and bearing assembly.10th Feb 1927Box 55 \ 4  Scan016
Cause and potential cure for knocks in hydraulic shock dampers.10th Feb 1927Box 55 \ 4  Scan017
Proposals for steering system improvements and experimental trials.10th Feb 1927Box 55 \ 4  Scan018
Design suggestions for hydraulic dampers and 20 HP steering geometry, highlighting workload issues.10th Feb 1927Box 55 \ 4  Scan019
Severe test for steel bushed shock dampers on vehicle 10-G-111.10th Feb 1927Box 55 \ 4  Scan020
Agreement form suggesting an alteration to Depot Sheet No. 22 regarding the interchangeability of dampers on different axle type cars.2nd Feb 1927Box 55 \ 4  Scan021
Modifications to hydraulic shock damper bearings to overcome operational issues.15th Feb 1927Box 55 \ 4  Scan022
Proposal for a variable hydraulic shock damper and steering system, controllable manually by the driver or automatically.16th Feb 1927Box 55 \ 4  Scan023
Request to resolve an issue with fitting a spring-loaded gland on a 20 HP rear hydraulic damper, as it fouls the brake rope.16th Feb 1927Box 55 \ 4  Scan024
Experiments with forced lubrication on hydraulic shock dampers and the resulting issue of making the gland oil-tight.21th Feb 1927Box 55 \ 4  Scan025
Modified instructions for shock absorber settings and their demonstration.1st Feb 1927Box 55 \ 4  Scan026
Guide to shock absorber settings and a troubleshooting table for suspension issues.1st Feb 1927Box 55 \ 4  Scan027
Instructions for adjusting and checking the loading of front and rear shock absorbers.25th Feb 1927Box 55 \ 4  Scan028
Proposal for fitting Hartford shock absorbers to the front axle of the 10-EX model.25th Feb 1927Box 55 \ 4  Scan029
Arrangement of combined Hartford and hydraulic dampers on high-speed cars.4th Mar 1927Box 55 \ 4  Scan030
Diagrammatic sketches for provisional patents on hydraulic dampers with variable pressure.4th Mar 1927Box 55 \ 4  Scan031


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