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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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The return of dismantled parts for experimental car Chassis I8 G IV, clarifying issues with customs duty and temporary import permits.22th Jun 1933Box 5a \ 3  03-page303
Pro-forma invoice for chassis 18 G IV parts from Anglo-Parisian Automobiles Ltd.22th Jun 1933Box 5a \ 3  03-page304
Mileage test results detailing fluid loss in dampers over consecutive days.22th Jun 1933Box 5a \ 3  03-page305
Oil loss and alterations to vehicle dampers after mileage tests over several days.22th Jun 1933Box 5a \ 3  03-page306
Fluid loss measurements from four points after a 500-mile test.22th Jun 1933Box 5a \ 3  03-page307
Brake shoe fitting, testing issues, and a shortage of tyres.22th Jun 1933Box 5a \ 3  03-page308
Customs issues regarding the temporary importation of parts for Chassis 18.G.IV Experimental Car.23th Jun 1933Box 5a \ 3  03-page309
Covering memo for a report on the 18-G4 car after completing a 15,000-mile test in France.23th Jun 1933Box 5a \ 3  03-page310
Vehicle 18.G.IV at 15,000 miles, detailing engine, fuel consumption, and piston performance.20th Jun 1933Box 5a \ 3  03-page311
Technical report page detailing investigations into engine piston knock, valve clearance, gear rattle, and carburettor issues.20th Jun 1933Box 5a \ 3  03-page312
Carburettor, radiator and fan performance, detailing issues and modifications during hot weather testing.20th Jun 1933Box 5a \ 3  03-page313
Performance report on the Flywheel & Clutch, Low Inertia Damper, and Gear Box & Actuating Gear.20th Jun 1933Box 5a \ 3  03-page314
Performance and faults of the gearbox, servo motor, steering, and rear axle components after extensive mileage.20th Jun 1933Box 5a \ 3  03-page315
Propeller shaft wear and an analysis of front and rear brake performance using different shoe materials.20th Jun 1933Box 5a \ 3  03-page316
Analysis of increased brake leverage and comparison of hydraulic damper valve configurations.20th Jun 1933Box 5a \ 3  03-page317
Investigation into oil leaks from dampers and a squeak from front axle anchor control brackets.20th Jun 1933Box 5a \ 3  03-page318
Technical report on the performance of front axle pivots, exhaust system, and petrol tank and fittings.20th Jun 1933Box 5a \ 3  03-page319
Specifications and performance report for front/rear road springs, starter motor, and dynamo.20th Jun 1933Box 5a \ 3  03-page320
The performance and condition of battery, ignition, plugs, switch, and wheels.20th Jun 1933Box 5a \ 3  03-page321
Car performance metrics including consumption, weight, and tyre specifications.4th Jul 1933Box 5a \ 3  03-page322
Customs duty refund for parts returned from an experimental car, which are detained in London.4th Jul 1933Box 5a \ 3  03-page323
Page 2 of a letter requesting a procedure to avoid the loss of recoverable duty.10th Jul 1933Box 5a \ 3  03-page324
Inability to claim a refund on import duty for parts sent for an experimental car.10th Jul 1933Box 5a \ 3  03-page325
Frame distortion test comparing a Terraplane and an 18-G-IV vehicle.25th Jan 1934Box 5a \ 3  03-page326
Letter from coachbuilders Hooper & Co. advising of a delay in the completion of a car.11th Apr 1935Box 5a \ 3  03-page327
Cover page for a 10,000-mile car test report on a 20/25 HP model.1st Jul 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page001
The position on various items for the 25 HP 10,000 Mile Car.12th Jan 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page002
Material, production, and testing plans for the P.2, 20/25 HP 'S' and 'D.2' series, including the Phantom II test car.12th Dec 1933Box 5a \ 4  04-page003
Specifications for the next 10,000 miles test car, a 25-HP Hooper Special Touring Saloon.13th Jan 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page004
Page listing the Fisher Ventilating Scheme and Special Front Wings.13th Jan 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page005
Confirming that the 20/25 HP 10,000-mile test car will be entirely new.18th Jan 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page006
The fitment of an external clutch adjustment to a new 25 HP car for France.22th Jan 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page007
The final batch of blueprints for the 20/25 HP Chassis 10,000 miles test.22th Jan 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page008
Changes to a 20/25 HP 10,000 Mile Car for the fitting of a stock Hooper special Touring Saloon Body.23th Jan 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page009
Improvements for engine smoothness and silence on the 20/25 HP test car, referencing specific component upgrades.2nd Jan 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page010
Proposed modifications to improve smoothness and reduce noise on the 20/25 HP test car.26th Jan 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page011
Modifications for a silent fan, balance weights, and a new carburetter.26th Jan 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page012
Modifications to a 20-HP clutch for a 10,000 miles car, including reduced pedal pressure.26th Jan 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page013
Improvements related to engine noise, exhaust boom, and smoothness on a 20/25 HP test car.20th Jan 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page014
Gearbox mounting and the smoothness of an 8-cylinder engine.1st Jan 1924Box 5a \ 4  04-page015
Attaching particulars of the steering for the 25 HP, 10,000 Miles Test Car.2nd Feb 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page016
Internal memorandum regarding specifications for the 25-HP 10,000 miles test car.6th Feb 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page017
Outlining proposed brake improvements for the 20/25 HP cars due to a number of complaints.6th Feb 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page018
Proposing to fit a common road wheel tool box to the 40/50 and 25-HP cars, and D.W.S. jacks to the 25-HP.9th Feb 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page019
Requesting a list of new features for the 10,000 Miles 40/50 and 20/25 models.14th Feb 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page020
The build status and outstanding details for the 20/25HP Chassis 21-G-IV.21th Feb 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page021
Trial parts and the implementation of a semi-vacuum clutch control.22th Feb 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page022
Requesting the date a car body will be ready for fitting to a specific chassis.23th Feb 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page023
List of 16 engine and clutch modifications for the 20/25 HP Chassis, series 21-G-IV.7th Mar 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page024
Requesting an update on the commencement of a 10,000-mile test, referencing a revised specification.7th Mar 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page025
Numbered list of modifications and specifications for a vehicle chassis.7th Mar 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page026
List of continued chassis modifications for the exhaust system, silencer, and dynamo.13th Mar 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page027
The 20/25 HP 10,000 Miles Test Car, detailing specifications for the 'E2' series and production considerations for the 'F' series.13th Mar 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page028
Specifications and purpose of a 10,000-mile test for the 20/25 HP model.16th Mar 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page029
Fitting of a luggage grid to a Special Touring Saloon chassis with Messrs. Hooper.19th Mar 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page030
Request to prepare car 21-G-IV for a 10,000-mile test by fitting a non-thumping device and standardizing the brakes.23th Mar 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page031
Supply chain difficulties and the urgent need to order materials for the 20/25 HP 10,000 miles test chassis.12th Apr 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page032
Material sanction for a 20/25 HP model pending decisions on modifications.13th Apr 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page033
Request for a detail drawing of a modified outer pressure plate to make a servo compatible with a ball bearing type bridge for a test.13th Apr 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page034
Requesting the modification of the Petrol Tank Filler for chassis 21-G-IV.14th Apr 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page035
Querying the readiness of a 20/25 HP 10,000 miles test car and proposing standardisation for a future batch of materials.1st Apr 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page036
Progress and issues of the 10,000-mile test for the 20/25 HP test car 21-G.4.14th Apr 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page037
The performance and issues found during a 500-mile road test of car 21-G-IV.4th Apr 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page038
Request to manufacture a front number plate for chassis RC.1864.23th Mar 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page039
Request to replace normal rating front road springs with low rating springs of 750 lbs for a test.19th Apr 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page040
The lining and setting of a 21-G.IV clutch.25th Apr 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page041
Request to fit a Bentley propeller shaft damper to a 21-G-IV model for a 10,000 miles test.27th Apr 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page042
Query regarding the status of the 20/25 HP test car 21-G-4 before its 10,000 miles test in France.30th Apr 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page043
Vehicle fault report detailing issues with the clutch, engine, gearbox, and other components.1st May 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page044
Test report page detailing adjustments and issues with brakes, dampers, and bodywork.2nd May 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page045
The standardisation of an eccentrically mounted dynamo drive pinion for 20/24 and 40/50 HP chassis.2nd May 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page046
Outlining engine modifications for a car undergoing conversion to a Terraplane engine mounting.7th May 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page047
Test report on experimental car, chassis number 21 G.IV, detailing performance and issues.8th May 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page048
Request to replace the 'hopeless' steering assembly on car 21-G-IV.23th May 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page049
List of ten reported faults or points for vehicle 21-G-IV.23th May 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page050
Request to replace a new silencer with a standard one on car 21-G-IV.28th May 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page051
Summarizing the status and required work for three 10,000-mile test cars: the Phantom, the 20/25, and a Bentley.9th Jun 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page052
Parts and modifications required for the '10,000 Miles Cars'.8th Jun 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page053
List of technical points and a query concerning a Bentley vehicle.8th Jun 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page054
The stoppage of a 10,000-mile test with engine 21.0.IV due to further experimental tests and modifications.15th Jun 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page055
Stopping the 10,000-mile test on 21.G.IV for other experimental tests and modifications.15th Jun 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page056
Requesting feedback on a pick-up rattle, exhaust tinniness, and a new clutch fitted to a car.16th Jun 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page057
Request for a road test opinion on a vehicle with new pistons and clutch, with handwritten feedback notes.16th Jun 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page058
Chasing a completion date for rubber engine mounting to commence a 10,000-mile test.18th Jun 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page059
Modifications for car 21-G-IV, including gearbox rattle, servo replacement, and a final exhaust system specification.20th Jun 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page060
Status of rubber engine mounting drawings for the 20/25 10,000 miles test.21th Jun 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page061
Request for modifications to valves and fittings on Chassis 21-G-IV before a 10,000-mile test.2nd Jul 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page062
List of required attention points and modifications for car 21-G-IV.5th Jul 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page063
To H.H.C. about a wearing link between the pedals and engine on car 21-G-IV, urging the expedited manufacture of a fix.17th Jul 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page064
Arranging for car 21-G.IV to be examined and then taken to Folkestone for a ferry.20th Jul 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page065
List of jobs to be carried out on a car in the fitting shop.20th Jul 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page066
A 10,000-mile journey in France.1st Jul 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page067
Letter concerning the dispatch of a car and drivers to France.23th Jul 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page068
Hotel letterhead detailing issues found with a car.23th Jul 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page069
Car's performance, detailing issues with the clutch, steering and an oil leak.25th Jul 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page070
Requesting information on the springs fitted to chassis 21-G-4 and noting the steering was unduly heavy.25th Jul 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page071
Test drive report providing feedback on a car's performance, specifically the suspension and steering.24th Jul 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page072
List of new features and their status for a 20/25 HP chassis undergoing a 10,000-mile test.27th Jul 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page073
List of items related to engine and chassis components with handwritten annotations.27th Jul 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page074
Letter to G.W. Hancock discussing issues with a clutch, timing gear rattles, experimental valve springs, and a noisy radiator fan.28th Jul 1934Box 5a \ 4  04-page075


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