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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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Standardisation of screws fixing bonnet strips for 20 HP and 40/50 HP chassis.24th Sep 1923Box 66 \ 3  scan0076
Standardisation of bolts for bonnet catch and handle.25th Sep 1923Box 66 \ 3  scan0077
Secret memo regarding alterations to the bonnet drawings for the EAC car.7th Jun 1924Box 66 \ 3  scan0078
Drawings for a bonnet for an EAC Car, requesting a dummy radiator and bonnet to new dimensions.18th Jun 1924Box 66 \ 3  scan0079
Secret memo providing feedback on the dimensions of a model radiator and bonnet.18th Jul 1924Box 66 \ 3  scan0080
Despatch of a dummy bonnet for the EAC car to Lillie Hall.25th Jun 1924Box 66 \ 3  scan0081
Secret memorandum discussing design revisions for a sports touring car and proposals for body styles.25th Jul 1924Box 66 \ 3  scan0082
Request to find a suitable body and chassis at the coachbuilders to fit a mock-up of the bonnet, radiator and dash for model EAC.11.1st Aug 1924Box 66 \ 3  scan0083
Secret memo detailing proposed dimensions for the EAC.2 model's bonnet, radiator, and dashboard, and requesting a mock-up.1st Aug 1924Box 66 \ 3  scan0084
Creation of a mock-up bonnet, radiator, and dash to fit on an existing car for appearance approval.19th Aug 1924Box 66 \ 3  scan0085
Mock-up bonnet and radiator being ready for sending.1st Aug 1924Box 66 \ 3  scan0086
Modifications to the radiator, bonnet and dash, specifically increasing the height of the radiator matrix.1st Aug 1924Box 66 \ 3  scan0087
Secret memo regarding a dimension sketch for a KHANPUR contour dashboard and the supply of other components.15th Sep 1924Box 66 \ 3  scan0088
Secret memorandum detailing the design and fittings for the bonnet of model EAC.11.17th Sep 1924Box 66 \ 3  scan0089
The despatch options for a dummy chassis required for EAC.11 bodies.22th Sep 1924Box 66 \ 3  scan0090
Secret memorandum on the design challenge of ventilating polished car bonnets to solve cooling problems.30th Sep 1924Box 66 \ 3  scan0091
Secret memo confirming arrangements for building and viewing the first three sports model bodies at Barker.13th Oct 1924Box 66 \ 3  scan0092
Requirement for louvered bonnets on chassis for India, Switzerland, and Australia.23th Apr 1925Box 66 \ 3  scan0093
Use of louvered bonnets on the 'New Phantom', citing noise issues and aesthetic considerations.1st Jul 1925Box 66 \ 3  scan0094
Modifications to the bonnet and radiator line on Mr. Royce's car following his criticism.6th Jul 1925Box 66 \ 3  scan0095
Suggestion for the alteration in the design and shape of louvred bonnets for the New Phantom model.14th Jul 1925Box 66 \ 3  scan0096
The disapproval of bonnet louvres on Mr. Royce's car and a request for alternative designs.14th Jul 1925Box 66 \ 3  scan0097
Abandoning a new bonnet clip design in favour of existing types for Mr. Royce's car.1st Aug 1925Box 66 \ 3  scan0098
Design and fitting of new bonnet louvres for the Phantom model.8th Aug 1925Box 66 \ 3  scan0099
The design of louvered bonnets for the New Phantom to prevent overheating.18th Aug 1925Box 66 \ 3  scan0100
Instructions regarding the completion and testing of a new Phantom louvred bonnet.1st Sep 1925Box 66 \ 3  scan0101
Requesting the date a 'New Phantom' with a louvred bonnet will be in London for an inspection.4th Sep 1925Box 66 \ 3  scan0102
New Phantom louvered bonnet, its fitting, and arrangements for viewing.15th Sep 1925Box 66 \ 3  scan0103
Request to replace unapproved sheet metal bonnet handles with cast nickel silver ones on chassis 7-EX.23th Sep 1925Box 66 \ 3  scan0104
Design and effectiveness of louvred bonnets compared to shutters, with a suggestion from Mr. Royce.23th Sep 1925Box 66 \ 3  scan0105
From Hs to DA asking for clarification on the design for louvred bonnets.28th Sep 1925Box 66 \ 3  scan0106
Design and manufacturing process for bonnet louvres, including a hand-drawn diagram.29th Sep 1925Box 66 \ 3  scan0107
'New Phantom' 10,000-mile test in France and the fitting of a louvred bonnet.6th Oct 1925Box 66 \ 3  scan0108
Efficiency and noise levels of louvred versus shuttered bonnets for the New Phantom test car.7th Oct 1925Box 66 \ 3  scan0109
New louvered bonnet design for the Phantom model, for comparison purposes.7th Oct 1925Box 66 \ 3  scan0110
Bonnet closure difficulties and a suggested alteration to the shutter control lever on Phantom cars.9th Oct 1925Box 66 \ 3  scan0111
Expressing disappointment with the current 'ugly' and 'coarse' bonnet louvres and urging for the approval of a new design for the 'New Phantom'.9th Oct 1925Box 66 \ 3  scan0112
Telegram requesting a new louvred bonnet to be sent with a car to London.25th Oct 1925Box 66 \ 3  scan0113
Delayed completion and sampling of a new louvred bonnet for a Phantom car.28th Oct 1925Box 66 \ 3  scan0114
Confirming that louvred bonnets are not standard and only for special cases like hot climates or mountain climbing.11th Dec 1925Box 66 \ 3  scan0115
Complaints about the ugly design of the Phantom's bonnet and the potential for a new louvered version.29th Jan 1926Box 66 \ 3  scan0116
Standardization of a spare wheel carrier for present production cars, comparing single and double arm types.2nd Feb 1926Box 66 \ 3  scan0117
Comparative cooling efficiency tests on new louvred bonnets for the Phantom model.1st Feb 1926Box 66 \ 3  scan0118
Requesting a sample of a new Phantom louvred bonnet for inspection and fitting to a car.5th Feb 1926Box 66 \ 3  scan0119
Effect of louvred bonnets on scuttle ventilation.9th Feb 1926Box 66 \ 3  scan0120
Correspondence regarding the dispatch and required modifications for a new louvered bonnet for a Phantom model.10th Feb 1926Box 66 \ 3  scan0121
The inspection and testing of a new louvred bonnet design for the Phantom model.12th Feb 1926Box 66 \ 3  scan0122
Standardisation document for modified louvres on the bonnet to improve appearance.4th Feb 1926Box 66 \ 3  scan0123
Unsatisfactory bonnet fasteners on car 11-EX and the subsequent modifications made to resolve the problem.5th Mar 1938Box 66 \ 3  scan0124
Broken rear clips on car 11.EX and a request for more information.27th Feb 1926Box 66 \ 3  scan0125
The modification of bonnet fasteners on car 11-EX due to a lack of range in the springs.5th Mar 1926Box 66 \ 3  scan0126
Directive on the new type of louvre for 20 HP and 40/50 HP bonnets.8th Mar 1926Box 66 \ 3  scan0127
New louvred bonnet and petrol tank for the 20 HP car.19th Mar 1926Box 66 \ 3  scan0128
Concerning an incident where a bonnet flew off the Prince of Wales' car at 70 mph.1st Mar 1926Box 66 \ 3  scan0129
Standardisation of chassis parts, specifically bonnet fasteners.19th Feb 1926Box 66 \ 3  scan0130
Probability of bonnet clip failure and the safety benefits of fitting bonnet locks.26th Mar 1926Box 66 \ 3  scan0131
Unsatisfactory performance of bonnet clips on vehicle 11-EX, prompting consideration of action following a new standardization.14th Apr 1926Box 66 \ 3  scan0132
Modification of 40/50 HP bonnet clips to prevent them from falling off.5th Jun 1926Box 66 \ 3  scan0133
Follow-up memo requesting a personal guarantee on the effectiveness of modified bonnet clips.12th Jun 1926Box 66 \ 3  scan0134
Modification and improvement of bonnet clips for the 11-EX car.14th Jun 1926Box 66 \ 3  scan0135
Modifications to the carburetter mixture control levers for the Phantom model.9th Sep 1926Box 66 \ 3  scan0136
Modified bonnet fastener design for Phantom and EAC models, including a request from Mr. Royce.25th Nov 1926Box 66 \ 3  scan0137
Modifications to the Phantom bonnet and an improved fastener to enhance operation and minimize vibration.9th Dec 1926Box 66 \ 3  scan0138
The new Phantom bonnet design, suggesting fasteners could also be used as handles.17th Dec 1926Box 66 \ 3  scan0139
Design and prototyping of a lock for a revised Phantom bonnet.22th Dec 1926Box 66 \ 3  scan0140
Revised spring for the Phantom bonnet fastener.23th Dec 1926Box 66 \ 3  scan0141
Bonnet dimensions and the condemnation of a new radiator design for the 12-EX car.1st Dec 1926Box 66 \ 3  scan0142
Blueprint showing dimensions for four different bonnet models.30th Dec 1926Box 66 \ 3  scan0143
Short typed memo from DA to Hs discussing chassis inertia and spring periodicity.31th Dec 1926Box 66 \ 3  scan0144
Handling limitations of long chassis cars in city traffic compared to shorter cars.1st Jan 1927Box 66 \ 3  scan0145
Design and improvement of bonnet clips and locks for various car models.1st Feb 1927Box 66 \ 3  scan0146
Modifications to the bonnet and radiator design.1st Jan 1927Box 66 \ 3  scan0147
Design analysis of bonnet and radiator modifications, comparing integral and non-integral options.1st Jan 1927Box 66 \ 3  scan0148
Proposed modifications to the radiator and bonnet shape to improve appearance while considering efficiency.1st Mar 1927Box 66 \ 3  scan0149
Different design schemes for a bonnet lock for the 40/50 and 20 HP models.1st Mar 1927Box 66 \ 3  scan0150
Design details and improvements for a gear wheel, pins, and bonnet fasteners.6th Jan 1927Box 66 \ 3  scan0151
Design improvements for bonnet clips and overall bonnet aesthetics.6th Jan 1927Box 66 \ 3  scan0152
Proposed modifications to the radiator and bonnet proportions for the 40/50 HP model.1st Jan 1927Box 66 \ 3  scan0153
Philosophy of gradual design alterations to the bonnet and radiator, using an analogy of the human nose.11th Jan 1927Box 66 \ 3  scan0154
Measurement correction for the 40/50 HP bonnet.1st Jan 1927Box 66 \ 3  scan0155
Radiator tube diameter and length for the 40/50 HP model bonnet and radiator.13th Jan 1927Box 66 \ 3  scan0156
Suggesting the creation of mock-up pieces for a Phantom's bonnet and radiator for appearance purposes, rather than producing full, extravagant alternative schemes.13th Jan 1927Box 66 \ 3  scan0157
Proposal discussing modifications to the 40/50 bonnet and radiator design, including changes to the tank, tubes, and shutters.15th Jan 1927Box 66 \ 3  scan0158
Request to dispatch two dummy radiators for the Phantom model to Derby.18th Jan 1927Box 66 \ 3  scan0159
Requesting rough sketches for Phantom bonnet and radiator schemes.18th Jan 1927Box 66 \ 3  scan0160
Technical memo discussing design improvements for the Phantom radiator and bonnet, specifically regarding integral shutters.2nd Oct 1927Box 66 \ 3  scan0161
Modifications to bonnet fasteners, locks, and radiator design for the 20 HP model.26th Nov 1919Box 66 \ 3  scan0162
Trials for a new bonnet lock and fastener.22th Mar 1927Box 66 \ 3  scan0163
Design improvements for the 40/50 radiator and bonnet, rejecting high shoulders for aesthetic and visibility reasons.22th Mar 1927Box 66 \ 3  scan0164
Confirming the commencement of detailing work on Phantom bonnet locks.1st Apr 1927Box 66 \ 3  scan0165
Design changes and opinions on new experimental radiators and bonnets.7th Apr 1927Box 66 \ 3  scan0166
Design considerations for bonnets and radiators, including aesthetics, functionality, and repairability.29th Apr 1927Box 66 \ 3  scan0167
Bonnet and radiator modifications for improved appearance, including louvres, radiator thickness, and bonnet shutters.4th May 1927Box 66 \ 3  scan0168
Instructing a change in bonnet production, discontinuing shutters and offering plain or louvred alternatives.4th May 1927Box 66 \ 3  scan0169
Proposed modifications for the Phantom wing stays and bonnet catch.5th May 1927Box 66 \ 3  scan0170
The merits of bonnet shutters versus louvres for the 40/50 HP chassis, considering overheating and cost.20th Jun 1927Box 66 \ 3  scan0171
Short memo regarding the hope that the cost of fitting louvres can be reduced.1st Jun 1927Box 66 \ 3  scan0172
Cost, appearance, and simplification of 40/50 bonnet shutters.23th Jun 1927Box 66 \ 3  scan0173
Possibility of removing bonnet shutters from Phantom models to reduce costs and proposing practical tests.27th Jun 1927Box 66 \ 3  scan0174
Use of bonnet shutters versus louvres, focusing on noise, cooling, and cost.1st Jun 1927Box 66 \ 3  scan0175


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