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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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Seeking agreement on changing a car's paint colour scheme to grey and black while waiting for new engine parts.19th Oct 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0156
Alternative strategies for the development and production of a new 'Sports model' chassis.27th Oct 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0157
Chassis modifications for the Sports Phantom model.20th Oct 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0158
Benefits of mounting car bodies on four-point rubber seatings to reduce vibrations and resist road shocks.1st Oct 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0159
Supply of drawings for special Tenoid brake linings for the 10EX Sports Car 10,000 miles test.26th Oct 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0160
Secret memo from BJ to Hs regarding a potential alteration to the testing programme of a Sports car.27th Oct 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0161
Coachbuilder drawings and information for the Sports Model.29th Oct 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0162
Delays to sports car testing due to the car bodies not being ready.29th Oct 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0163
Arrangements for painting, varnishing and fitting a friction damper to the 14-EX car for Le Canadel.31th Oct 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0164
From Hs. to CWB. regarding the unavailability of a sports car due to modifications, offering a 12-EX Phantom as a loaner.31th Oct 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0165
Delay in fitting parts to a Sports Car and arranging a test drive of an alternative vehicle, 12-EX.1st Nov 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0166
From BJ to Hs seeking clarification on the plan and timeline for sports car chassis testing.26th Nov 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0167
Travel arrangements to Derby and requesting an experimental sporting model be made available for a weekend.4th Nov 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0168
Question and answer memo regarding sports car chassis testing and modifications.5th Nov 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0169
Typed question and answer document discussing the feasibility and testing of a sports car body.11th Nov 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0170
Development, testing schedule, and release plan for a new Sports Car model.11th Nov 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0171
Modifications for the Sports Phantom and the 12-EX car following a visit to WW.21th Nov 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0172
Cylinder head standardization for Phantom cars and progress on the 12-EX, 20 HP, and Sports Car models.22th Nov 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0173
Features for a Production Phantom chassis following a test in France, and specifications for a Sports Chassis.22th Nov 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0174
Proposed modifications for the Phantom engine to increase power development.28th Nov 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0175
Private memo from BJ to Hs. requesting a status update on the Sports Model chassis and bodies for upcoming trials.1st Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0176
Delivery of a dummy sports chassis to a coachbuilder.2nd Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0177
Difficulties in producing a satisfactory engine for the Sports models.12th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0178
The preparation and features of a dummy sports chassis for coachwork fitting.12th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0179
Arranging transport for a dummy sports car chassis to Lillie Hall.13th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0180
Development progress of the Sports model.6th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0181
Arranging a trial for an experimental sports model car.9th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0182
The provision of a dummy Sports Chassis and the production of a second one.9th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0183
Quoting a colleague's concerns about costly delays and job losses due to the 'F' engine and Sports chassis projects.13th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0184
Notification confirming the despatch of a dummy chassis to Lillie Hall.15th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0185
Production of experimental Sports Phantom and new EAC.10 chassis, including a cost estimation.16th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0186
Need to develop and test the new EAC.10 engine and chassis for standardisation, noting the urgency of the project.17th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0187
Reasoning behind producing sports cars and the prioritization of the EAC.10 chassis.17th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0188
Secret memo discussing the successful development and future secret testing of a new Sports Car.17th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0189
The production strategy for the Sports Phantom and the EAC.10 chassis.17th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0190
The development of a Phantom Sports Chassis, including discussions on its radiator design and spare wheel carrier.17th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0191
Delays and decisions regarding new parts for a Phantom car, including a turbulent head, radiator, and rear wheel carrier.20th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0192
Secret internal memorandum discussing the development, naming, and availability of new 'Alpine Phantom' and EAC.10 chassis models.20th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0193
Proposal to create and test six Sports Models, detailing nine specific modifications and mentioning a potential car for the Prince of Wales.20th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0194
Allocation and preparation of Sports chassis cars, including one for the Prince of Wales.20th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0195
Brief general specification for the EAC.10 and its differences from the present Phantom.21th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0196
List of drawings and their status for the EAC.10 engine project.21th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0197
List of engineering parts with associated status updates and modification notes.25th Nov 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0198
List of components and modifications, including a piston, oil level indicator, and starter motor.22th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0199
Production and testing strategy for a new Sports Model car.22th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0200
Page 2 of a memorandum regarding work in the Experimental Department and the objective of cost reduction.22th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0201
Requesting a punctuation change in a document concerning the Sports Model.23th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0202
Dispatch of dummy sports chassis and body fittings, warning coachbuilders about a temporary sheetmetal dashboard.28th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0203
Brief general specification document outlining the changes for the EAC.10 engine compared to the Phantom model.28th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0204
Engine detonation with French petrol, pre-ignition, and misfire issues at slow speeds.29th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0205
Development and production of a new narrower radiator for the Phantom Sports Chassis.29th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0206
Issues with a dummy Alpine Sports Chassis at Hooper's, requesting modifications and parts from Derby.29th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0207
Brief general specification of the EAC.10 chassis.30th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0208
On car performance, discussing misfires, handling improvements, and the standardisation of parts for coachbuilders.31th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0209
The performance of a sequence starter, comparing it to the Phantom and 20 HP models.31th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0210
Dummy sports chassis, discussing delays, brake lever positioning, and plans for a second version.31th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0211
Production strategy and stock management for the transition to the new EAC.10 Super Sports Model.31th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0212
The suspension and exceptionally good road holding qualities of a Phantom sports car.31th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0213
Diagram and calculations for a car's weight distribution and periodic swing time.2nd Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0214
Secret internal memorandum regarding the secrecy of a new chassis construction.2nd Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0215
Confidential letter discussing the commercial strategy for introducing a new model and a plan to mislead the public by referring to it as the 'S.S.M.'.22th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0216
Standardisation of radiators with integral shutters for the Phantom Sports Chassis.30th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0217
Query regarding the testing of a radiator with the present standard cylinder head.30th Dec 1927Box 65a \ 1  scan0218
Typed letter regarding the progress and delivery of a Sports Chassis, and coordination with coachbuilders Hooper's and Barker's.5th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0219
Dispatch of a dummy chassis to coachbuilder Barkers and a planned trip to London to deliver parts to Hoopers.6th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0220
Development of a Sports Saloon for the Alpine Phantom, including a trial car and proposed engine compression ratios.12th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0221
From 'R.' discussing proposals and improvements for a vehicle, focusing on the radiator, engine suspension and body vibration.9th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0222
Continuation of a report on experimental car development, discussing throttle cooling, suspension performance, braking, and bodywork.11th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0223
Design and materials for crankshaft friction dampers and the performance of the EAC.7 engine.11th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0224
Requesting a specification statement for new chassis currently under preparation or testing.12th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0225
Design improvements for the EAC.10 engine's water pump gland and other components.16th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0226
From Hs. to B.J. attaching three copies of specifications for new chassis being prepared or tested.6th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0227
Brief description and list of experimental modifications for chassis number 1EX.6th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0228
Brief description for experimental chassis No. 9-EX, also designated EAC. No.1.6th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0229
Brief description of the unique Chassis No. 14-EX with a Hooper enclosed limousine body.6th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0230
Description of the experimental Alpine Phantom chassis 15-EX, detailing its specifications and testing plans.16th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0231
Driver's letter requesting the immediate registration and 12-month licence for a Phantom car.16th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0232
New name 'Continental New Phantom', transportation of a body to Derby, and instructions for photographing the car for a pamphlet.17th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0233
Telegram regarding an experimental Hooper Sports car and the dispatch of a frame and instruments.19th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0234
The urgent instruction to produce 12 Continental Chassis.19th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0235
Decision not to fit Bijur Lubrication to the dynamo on the 12-EX production test chassis.20th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0236
Conference decision to introduce and standardise parts for the Super Sports Model.19th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0237
Conference decision on the production and testing of the Sports Model.19th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0238
Requesting a lorry to collect a dummy chassis with a sports body from Hoopers in Chelsea.20th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0239
The testing and production plans for the Continental Phantom, including experimental modifications for a sports car version.1st Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0240
List of modifications and a directive for a car to proceed to Le Canadel before testing.21th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0241
Post Office telegram regarding the arrival of a lorry from Hoopers.21th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0242
Officially naming a chassis as the 'Continental Type Phantom'.23th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0243
Parts recommendations for the Continental Phantom.23th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0244
Continuation of a memo regarding a delay for information on a type of pipe.25th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0245
Arrangements for the Barker Sports Phantom body, including hiding experimental parts.25th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0246
Arrangements for a 'Continental' Phantom car to be brought to London for trial by officials.25th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0247
Booking boat accommodation for a Continental Phantom car.25th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0248
From BJ to Hs asking for clarification on the 12-EX car model, referenced as a Continental Phantom.26th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0249
Instructions for modifications to 12 Continental Type Phantom cars, covering pistons, radiator tubes, and cylinder head compression ratio.26th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0250
Correcting a specification document, changing a car's designation from 8-EX to 12-EX.27th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0251
Sending a 'Continental' Phantom chassis to coachbuilder Barkers for a sports body.27th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0252
Instruction to direct a Continental Phantom car to Bond Street Garage instead of Conduit Street.27th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0253
Instructions for the internal examination and road testing of a new Continental Phantom.27th Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0254
Short memo regarding photographs of a Continental Phantom.1st Jan 1928Box 65a \ 1  scan0255


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