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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 effects of single front brake application on steering and the torsional movement of the axle.7th Sep 1925Box 66 \ 5  scan0023
Phantom 4-wheel braking distribution, detailing modifications and performance on chassis 46-PK.12th Jun 1925Box 66 \ 5  scan0024
Squeaking brakes on 40/50 HP & 20 HP models and potential remedies.24th Sep 1925Box 66 \ 5  scan0025
Difficulties getting duralumin pressings for the brake carrier, authorising a switch to an aluminium casting.13th Oct 1925Box 66 \ 5  scan0026
Issues with the 'Phantom' 4-wheel brake system, specifically poor friction on the equaliser link causing thumping.14th Oct 1925Box 66 \ 5  scan0027
The 8-EX car regarding duralumin brake carriers and front axle weight reduction.16th Oct 1925Box 66 \ 5  scan0028
Friction issues and modifications for the Phantom's four-wheel brake system.22th Oct 1925Box 66 \ 5  scan0029
Suggesting an improvement to the 4-wheel brake system for Phantom and India models by altering the spring arrangement.24th Oct 1925Box 66 \ 5  scan0030
Factors affecting the calculation of braking distances for the Phantom model.31th Oct 1925Box 66 \ 5  scan0031
Phantom braking performance, wheel locking, and the flywheel effect.12th Jun 1925Box 66 \ 5  scan0032
The effect of pull off spring strength on brake thumping for the New Phantom 4-wheel brakes.4th Nov 1925Box 66 \ 5  scan0033
Issue with brakes thumping and grabbing on the New Phantom Chassis.19th Nov 1925Box 66 \ 5  scan0034
Potential changes to the front wheel brake bedding process for the Phantom and 20 HP models.26th Nov 1925Box 66 \ 5  scan0035
Inquiry regarding a report of twisted foot-brake brackets possibly caused by driver misuse.3rd Dec 1925Box 66 \ 5  scan0036
Potential causes of a brake squeak on a Chassis 5-MC demonstration car during Barkers trials.4th Dec 1925Box 66 \ 5  scan0037
History and faults of a front brake differential designed for the cancelled EAC.II chassis.4th Dec 1925Box 66 \ 5  scan0038
Failure of the 20 HP brake brackets.9th Dec 1925Box 66 \ 5  scan0039
Mr. Minchin's legal case regarding vehicle stopping distances and brake performance.10th Dec 1925Box 66 \ 5  scan0040
Replacement of leather covers with all-metal ones for rear brake countershafts.17th Dec 1925Box 66 \ 5  scan0041
Standardisation proposal for metal covers for rear brake adjustment.10th Dec 1925Box 66 \ 5  scan0042
Front wheel brake failures caused by excessive oiling of the front pivots.1st Jan 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0043
Standardisation of modified dust covers for rear brakes to prevent stone and grit ingress.10th Dec 1925Box 66 \ 5  scan0044
The issue of squeaking front wheel brakes.28th Jan 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0045
Internal correspondence regarding the urgent issue of squeaking front wheel brakes (F.W.B.) and potential solutions.27th Jan 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0046
Issue of squeaking front brakes on Phantom cars and potential solutions.30th Jan 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0047
Specific cars experiencing squeaks from their front wheel brakes.2nd Feb 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0048
Proposing a new design for automatic brake adjustment.8th Feb 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0049
Extract from the Sales Conference minutes about the issue of squeaking front brakes.8th Feb 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0050
Semi-automatic brake adjustment mechanism using a ratchet device.19th Feb 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0051
Patented friction scheme for four-wheel brakes, its ineffectiveness, and potential alternatives.2nd Mar 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0052
Patent for friction in suspension links and modifications to the New Phantom brake linkage.4th Mar 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0053
Mr. Royce's instructions for adapting the EAC.7 double rear brakes.11th Mar 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0054
Complaints of squeaking brakes on the 'New Phantom' and 20 HP models.19th Mar 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0055
Causes and potential solutions for squeaking brakes.22th Mar 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0056
Extract from the Sales Conference minutes regarding squeaking brakes on the 40/50 and 20 HP models.25th Mar 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0057
Following a Sales Conference discussion about the effectiveness of a damping device on squeaking front brakes.26th Mar 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0058
Recommendation to manufacture rear brake operating shaft covers from steel instead of aluminium due to damage.8th Apr 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0059
Instruction to change the material for metal covers on rear brake operating shafts from aluminium to mild steel.13th Apr 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0060
Experiments to overcome squeaking front brakes by treating brake linings with different compounds.17th Apr 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0061
Test report on a 40/50 HP chassis regarding oil leaking from the front pivots onto the front wheel brakes.28th May 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0062
Characteristics of new Ferodo brake material under various conditions like heat, moisture, and rust.10th Jun 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0063
Issue of squeaking brakes on cars with a new lightened axle and proposing solutions.21th Sep 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0064
Complaint regarding an objectionable noise or slap when the footbrake is released on model chassis.1st Oct 1925Box 66 \ 5  scan0065
Scheme to fit dampers to front brake drums to eliminate squeaking.20th Oct 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0066
Issues with front brake shoe rattle on the 'Phantom' model.22th Oct 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0067
Explaining why new, lighter front brakes fitted to axle G.74294 are prone to squeaking and the proposed solution.25th Oct 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0068
Summary of tests to overcome squeaks from front brakes fitted to a 12-EX model.25th Oct 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0069
Alterations to Phantom front brakes to prevent rattle, which also applies to the 20 HP model.3rd Nov 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0070
Instruction note regarding Phantom leather covers for brake and cross steering joints.13th Nov 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0071
Causes and potential cures for squeaking brakes, including dampers, brake liners, and bedding.19th Nov 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0072
Problem of squeaking brakes on the 40/50 HP model, exploring solutions like rigid drums and their side-effects.23th Nov 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0073
Modifications required for sample leather covers for brake and cross steering joints on the Phantom model.23th Nov 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0074
Requesting a test drive of a car with an experimentally modified four-wheel braking ratio.30th Nov 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0075
Proposing to alter the braking distribution on a familiar car by fitting two new levers.1st Dec 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0076
Instructions to overcome squeaking from front brake drums on the C.Z. Series, including modifications to cross steering levers.8th Dec 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0077
Proposed alterations to the 40/50 braking system, with a table comparing braking percentages for different schemes.9th Dec 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0078
Standardisation Sheet to reduce front-wheel braking on the Phantom model by modifying lever lengths.11th Dec 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0079
The despatch of two levers to Mr. P. Northey for an experiment.13th Dec 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0080
Graph and calculations comparing brake distribution for the 40/50 model, showing old, new, and proposed setups.13th Dec 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0081
Sending two levers to reduce front braking.13th Dec 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0082
Adjustments to brake distribution and servo assistance for 40/50 & 20 HP models to improve safety.13th Dec 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0083
Test results for dampers on front brake drums.22th Dec 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0084
Incorrect brake levers sent for cars not fitted with a lightened axle.31th Dec 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0085
Part changes for the front brake equalizing mechanism on 40/50 Chassis (Phantom) & Silver Ghost models.3rd Jan 1927Box 66 \ 5  scan0086
Sending two levers to be fitted to a trials car to test reduced front braking.5th Jan 1927Box 66 \ 5  scan0087
Dispatch of two levers to be fitted to a demonstration car at no charge.5th Jan 1927Box 66 \ 5  scan0088
The standardisation sheet for reduced front braking and levers sent for trial.17th Jan 1927Box 66 \ 5  scan0089
Standardisation of chassis parts for a front brake drum damper to reduce brake squeaks.10th Dec 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0090
Requesting feedback on the mileage and satisfactory performance of front brake drum dampers.1st Jan 1927Box 66 \ 5  scan0091
Telegram message concerning the testing and approval of modified levers.19th Jan 1927Box 66 \ 5  scan0092
Confirmation of approval for tested modified levers on vehicle 103-MC, acknowledging a compromise resulting in a 7% reduction in braking effectiveness.19th Jan 1927Box 66 \ 5  scan0093
Standardisation sheet detailing the performance of brake drum dampers on experimental cars.20th Jan 1927Box 66 \ 5  scan0094
Requesting road test results for an alteration intended to reduce front braking.21th Jan 1927Box 66 \ 5  scan0095
Standardisation sheet regarding the successful testing of a reduced front braking scheme on various experimental cars.24th Jan 1927Box 66 \ 5  scan0096
Alteration to part G.73149, increasing its length from 3.00' to 4.00' to reduce front braking.9th Dec 1926Box 66 \ 5  scan0097
Load tests and design recommendations for front wheel brake torsional pull-off springs.31th Jan 1927Box 66 \ 5  scan0098
Stress limits and reliability of front wheel brake pull-off springs.10th Feb 1927Box 66 \ 5  scan0099
Fault in the 40/50 HP servo brake mechanism involving the front equaliser shaft and swinging link, leading to brake snatching.11th Feb 1927Box 66 \ 5  scan0100
Instructing a reduction in front braking on experimental 40/50 HP cars and a check on hydraulic dampers.28th Jan 1927Box 66 \ 5  scan0101
Continued memorandum discussing a toggling issue with a brake linkage and proposing a solution involving a stop.11th Feb 1927Box 66 \ 5  scan0102
Failure to adhere to a 10 lbs load specification for a lever and the resulting stress issues requiring modification.11th Feb 1927Box 66 \ 5  scan0103
Proposing a sheet metal addition to the Phantom front brake differential to prevent cable slack.14th Feb 1927Box 66 \ 5  scan0104
Front track, wheel lean, and decision not to widen the wings on the 10-EX model.15th Feb 1927Box 66 \ 5  scan0105
Over-efficiency of new front axle brakes, caused by using old-style bedding on the shoes.24th Feb 1927Box 66 \ 5  scan0106
Correcting a misunderstanding about front brake shoe bedding for the Phantom model, attaching a blueprint for the correct procedure.25th Feb 1927Box 66 \ 5  scan0107
Recommending the fitting of a stop to the front brakes for cars with the new axle.3rd Mar 1927Box 66 \ 5  scan0108
'Phantom Braking' issues caused by overly efficient front brakes and weak springs.1st Mar 1927Box 66 \ 5  scan0109
Suggestions to reduce sponginess and increase stiffness in the EAC.7 brakes.25th Mar 1927Box 66 \ 5  scan0110
Design and effectiveness of brake squeak dampers for the 20 HP and Phantom models.7th Apr 1927Box 66 \ 5  scan0111
Silent brake stop for the 40/50 HP foot brake levers, proposing a trial with a Ferodo strip on chassis 12-EX.28th Apr 1927Box 66 \ 5  scan0112
Issues with the brake servo system and a proposed solution involving a spring thrust collar.29th Apr 1927Box 66 \ 5  scan0113
Front brake snatch, the servo shaft, and the condition of brake linings on F.W.B. axles.10th May 1927Box 66 \ 5  scan0114
With diagrams detailing modifications to an axle and wheel setup for high-speed wobble tests.12th May 1927Box 66 \ 5  scan0115
Note suggesting a fix using lengthened studs and solid packing.31th Mar 1938Box 66 \ 5  scan0116
Drawing N.sch.2447 for a clutch and clutch brake, noting its use with an integral gearbox and alterations to the crankcase and crankshaft.17th Sep 1927Box 66 \ 5  scan0117
Issues with flexible front brake drums and proposing a new scheme for more rigid drums with dampers for the Phantom model.17th Sep 1927Box 66 \ 5  scan0118
Replacing the suggestion for a duralumin rear axle brake bracket with using the entire EAC rear brake assembly.10th Oct 1927Box 66 \ 5  scan0119
Revised rear brake gear for the Phantom Sports car, based on EAC.7 brakes.8th Oct 1927Box 66 \ 5  scan0120
Operation and components of the braking system, specifically the Tee-equalizer arm.15th Oct 1927Box 66 \ 5  scan0121
Technical description of the front brake and servo system operation, including deductions on brake release.15th Oct 1927Box 66 \ 5  scan0122


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