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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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Requesting confirmation on which design version of the 40/50 HP wheel carrier has experienced failures.29th Dec 1924Box 68 \ 3  scan0033
Failures of the 40/50 HP wheel carriers and suggesting a possible fault with the tubular stay.31th Dec 1924Box 68 \ 3  scan0034
Confirmation of a wire sent from West Wittering to Derby requesting wheel carriers for nine PK models.16th May 1925Box 68 \ 3  scan0035
Standardisation, testing, and future design of 40/50 wheel carriers for the New Phantom model.12th Jun 1925Box 68 \ 3  scan0036
Arrangement of 40/50 wheel carriers for a 10,000-mile test.1st Jun 1925Box 68 \ 3  scan0037
Mr. Royce's disapproval of a special trough for RE40/50 side wheel carriers and proposing an alternative design.16th Jun 1925Box 68 \ 3  scan0038
Correcting a previous instruction regarding the material for a 40/50 side wheel carrier.22th Jun 1925Box 68 \ 3  scan0039
Proposed new wheel carrier for the Phantom chassis, including a request for an experimental version for Mr. Royce.2nd Jul 1925Box 68 \ 3  scan0040
Expressing the urgent need for a forthcoming design of 40/50 HP spare wheel side carriers.1st Sep 1925Box 68 \ 3  scan0041
Suggestion for carrying a spare wheel at the rear of a sports car.12th May 1925Box 68 \ 3  scan0042
Design improvement for wheel carriers to prevent bolt breakage on a Phantom model.10th Dec 1925Box 68 \ 3  scan0043
Positioning of the spare wheel carrier on the 11-EX model.11th Dec 1925Box 68 \ 3  scan0044
Modifications to the EAC.11 Sports spare wheel carrier.24th Dec 1925Box 68 \ 3  scan0045
Inquiry regarding modifications to the spare wheel carrier to overcome the issue of a breaking bolt.1st Jan 1926Box 68 \ 3  scan0046
The most suitable position for spare wheel carriers on the 40/50 HP chassis.1st Jan 1926Box 68 \ 3  scan0047
Positioning of spare wheel carriers on the New Phantom chassis.21th Dec 1925Box 68 \ 3  scan0048
Alternative positions for the spare wheel carrier on different chassis models.18th Jan 1926Box 68 \ 3  scan0049
Proposal to standardize the position of the New Phantom spare wheel carrier.18th Jan 1926Box 68 \ 3  scan0050
Investigating the position of the New Phantom spare wheel carrier to standardize its design.20th Jan 1926Box 68 \ 3  scan0051
Standardization of a spare wheel carrier for production cars.1st Feb 1926Box 68 \ 3  scan0052
Optimal placement and design of side spare wheel carriers for a 40/50 HP chassis.15th Feb 1925Box 68 \ 3  scan0053
Standardization of a spare wheel carrier and returning associated sheets.15th Feb 1926Box 68 \ 3  scan0054
Design improvements for step irons, wing stays, spare wheel carrier, and luggage grid.19th Feb 1926Box 68 \ 3  scan0055
The positioning of side spare wheel carriers for the Phantom chassis.22th Feb 1926Box 68 \ 3  scan0056
Positioning of the spare wheel carrier on the 40/50 HP chassis.3rd Mar 1926Box 68 \ 3  scan0057
The positioning of spare wheel carriers for the New Phantom model, following a visit to coachbuilders.3rd Mar 1926Box 68 \ 3  scan0058
Wheel carrier stresses, a proposed chassis test, and modifications to the Cobra Horn support.5th Mar 1926Box 68 \ 3  scan0059
Explaining the delay in signing a standardisation sheet for a spare wheel carrier due to pending recommendations.8th Mar 1926Box 68 \ 3  scan0060
Modifications to the New Phantom spare wheel carrier.9th Mar 1926Box 68 \ 3  scan0061
Agreement to modify the position of the Phantom's spare wheel carrier.17th Mar 1926Box 68 \ 3  scan0062
Standardisation proposal for a spare wheel carrier to improve reliability.8th Feb 1926Box 68 \ 3  scan0063
Standardisation sheet memo for the spare wheel carrier of the New Phantom.1st Mar 1926Box 68 \ 3  scan0064
Agreement on the standardisation of the spare wheel carrier for the New Phantom model.22th Mar 1926Box 68 \ 3  scan0065
Instruction from Sales to produce 100 sets of the 40/50 HP spare wheel side carrier.3rd May 1926Box 68 \ 3  scan0066
Proposed wings and other modifications for the Sports Phantom car 10-EX.7th Jul 1926Box 68 \ 3  scan0067
Request from Mr. Royce for a spare wheel and luggage carrier to be fitted to his car, 7-EX.19th Nov 1926Box 68 \ 3  scan0068
From 'R' to 'Hs' requesting vehicle modifications and checks including a spare wheel carrier, auto advance, and damper.24th Nov 1926Box 68 \ 3  scan0069
Instruction regarding the removal of side wheel carriers based on aesthetic or weight considerations.29th Nov 1926Box 68 \ 3  scan0070
Standardising the rear-mounted wheel and luggage carrier on the Phantom 7-EX model.18th Dec 1926Box 68 \ 3  scan0071
Proposal to standardize the fitting of a spare wheel at the rear of the Phantom model, including considerations for luggage.24th Dec 1926Box 68 \ 3  scan0072
Confirming the matter of a Phantom wheel and luggage grid will be considered by the Coachwork Sub-Committee.29th Dec 1926Box 68 \ 3  scan0073
Supply of 40/50 HP rear wheel carriers, considering them as standard vs. optional and related design implications.24th Dec 1926Box 68 \ 3  scan0074
The design and supply of rear wheel carriers and luggage grids as standard or optional extras.13th Jan 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0075
Alterations to the rear frame for a spare wheel and luggage carrier.17th Jan 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0076
Design alterations for a rear-mounted spare wheel carrier and luggage rack.17th Jan 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0077
Drawing for a spare wheel centre bolt for car 10-EX, requesting its manufacture and delivery.16th Feb 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0078
More practical design for the rear spare wheel carrier, suggesting it be less conspicuous or easily removable.25th Feb 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0079
Modified side carrier for artillery wheels on the Phantom model to resolve a noise issue.28th Feb 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0080
Modifications to the Phantom's combined wheel and luggage carrier.28th Feb 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0081
On the design difficulties and faults with spare wheel carriers, luggage carriers, and step irons for Phantom & Goshawk models.3rd Mar 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0082
Requesting information to create a preliminary layout for the Phantom luggage box and wheel carrier.1st Apr 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0083
Modification to the combined wheel carrier and luggage grid at the rear.27th Apr 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0084
Suitability of a rear luggage box versus a spare wheel carrier for the Phantom & 20 HP town carriage models.29th Apr 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0085
The repair of the central plate for a 7-EX rear wheel carrier.7th May 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0086
Experiments and proposals to prevent issues with the Phantom rear wheel carrier.28th May 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0087
Satisfactory body specification for a permanent luggage box.31th May 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0088
Standardisation report for relocating the spare wheel to the rear and adding a luggage grid.24th Dec 1926Box 68 \ 3  scan0089
The standardisation of coachwork features.1st Jun 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0090
Proposed scheme for a Phantom side spare wheel carrier.4th Jun 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0091
Design, testing and use of a Phantom side spare wheel carrier.9th Jun 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0092
Outlining the history and different scheme proposals for the Phantom Rear Wheel Carrier.9th Jun 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0093
Detachable side spare wheel carrier for the Phantom, noting its rejection by 'R'.13th Jun 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0094
The design and use of a Phantom side wheel carrier for cars fitted with six wheels.11th Jun 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0095
Reverting to the old type of rear spare wheel carrier for the first 100 'E' Series cars.17th Jun 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0096
Improving car riding qualities through optimal weight distribution.1st Jun 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0097
New standardized scheme for a spare wheel carrier and potential stress issues.28th Jun 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0098
Requesting an update on the proposed improvement (N.sch.2419) for the Phantom's rear-mounted spare wheel.12th Jul 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0099
Progress and testing on a new side-mounted spare wheel carrier.15th Jul 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0100
Instruction to cancel a modified spare wheel carrier design and revert to the standard type.15th Jul 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0101
Urgent request for test results on the Phantom spare wheel carrier and for tests on the bumper chassis to be pushed.5th Jul 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0102
Tests carried out on a spare wheel carrier and luggage grid.21th Jul 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0103
Specific type of spare wheel carrier grid, following several failures and a proposal to cease fitting them.23th Jul 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0104
Difficulty with the Phantom wheel carrier and requesting further details on a fracture.23th Jul 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0105
Failure of clips and rigidity issues with a spare wheel carrier.1st Aug 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0106
The despatch of 4 broken spare wheel carrier clips for examination.11th Aug 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0107
Design and policy for the Phantom luggage grid and spare wheel carrier.1st Aug 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0108
Standardization of components for the Phantom's rear spare wheel carrier and luggage grid.15th Aug 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0109
Implications of supplying a Phantom rear luggage grid without the wheel carrier.17th Aug 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0110
The design and testing of a spare wheel carrier.19th Aug 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0111
Experiments on a Phantom combined spare wheel carrier and luggage grid.20th Aug 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0112
Suggestions and testing for the Phantom's rear wheel and luggage carrier central plate.23th Aug 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0113
Policy for fitting Phantom rear wheel and luggage carriers.23th Aug 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0114
Design and aesthetics of the Phantom rear wheel and luggage carrier.9th Sep 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0115
Test report on a fractured carrier plate for a Phantom rear wheel and luggage carrier.3rd Oct 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0116
The despatch of a broken spare wheel carrier plate for examination.3rd Oct 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0117
Broken spare wheel carrier plate, detailing the fourth unsuccessful attempt to fix it and discussing potential solutions.4th Oct 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0118
Necessity for additional support for the rear spare wheel carrier on the Phantom and its pricing policy.7th Oct 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0119
Supply and mounting of a rear spare wheel carrier.7th Oct 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0120
Financial implications and customer objections of including a luggage grid with the rear spare wheel carrier.10th Oct 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0121
Pricing, costs, and discount strategy for a combined luggage grid and spare wheel carrier.14th Mar 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0122
Pricing and commercial viability of an outfit, considering discounts for coachbuilders and agents.6th Sep 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0123
Design details and standardisation for the Phantom rear wheel and luggage carrier.6th Sep 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0124
Proposal to modify the 20 HP wheel carrier's central bolt by replacing the hexagon with a screw thread to accommodate a handle.7th Sep 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0125
Design, weight reduction, and potential improvements for the 10-EX sports car body.13th Sep 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0126
Request for a scheme showing proposed modifications for a rear wheel and luggage carrier.22th Sep 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0127
Modifications and standardisation for the Phantom rear wheel and luggage carrier.28th Sep 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0128
Suggestion to supply the spare wheel carrier and luggage grid either included in the chassis price or as a standard extra.6th Oct 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0129
Design challenges related to a rear spare wheel carrier and luggage grid.10th Oct 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0130
Complicated situation regarding the rear spare wheel carrier for the Phantom model.11th Oct 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0131
Requesting feedback on a 20 HP spare wheel carrier trial for the Phantom model.13th Oct 1927Box 68 \ 3  scan0132


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