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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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Arranging the return of chassis 98 N.K. to Derby for examination.8th Aug 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0125
Creation of a mock-up for the bonnet and dash of the E.A.C.II model.8th Aug 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0126
Secret memo from 'R' about preparing an EAC.2 chassis with four-wheel brakes for sales approval.1st Aug 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0127
Outlining technical questions and proposals for the production of 100 sets of Eastern Armoured Cars.14th Aug 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0128
List of queries and instructions regarding various engine component sections.14th Aug 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0129
List of queries and status updates regarding various engine components and assemblies.14th Aug 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0130
Status report on various vehicle component sections, including wire fittings, fan, exhaust, and controls.9th Aug 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0131
Modifications to an EAC.11 car and the progress on a new EAC.111 chassis.9th Aug 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0132
The secrecy surrounding an E.A.C.II car with non-standard fittings.20th Aug 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0133
Provision and use of a rubber stamp for 'Eastern Armoured Cars' correspondence.20th Aug 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0134
Table of figures for automatic ignition advance for the MAG.2 engine at various speeds.21th Aug 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0135
Instructions for 100 sets for Eastern Armoured Cars.22th Aug 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0136
Outlining the strict secrecy protocol for the key to the bonnet of Car No. 93NK.23th Aug 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0137
Signed undertaking outlining the strict confidentiality and handling procedures for a specific car and its bonnet key.28th Aug 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0138
Specification and price for a new EAC.2 chassis for Mr. Royce's personal use.29th Aug 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0139
Undertaking regarding the secrecy of a specific car's bonnet key and daily reporting procedures.5th Sep 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0140
Responding to criticism about waste, detailing tests on cars with 4-wheel brakes and stronger springs.9th Sep 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0141
The compromise between stronger springs for speed models and flexible springs for comfort.1st Sep 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0142
Proposal to send a mechanic to investigate and cure a brake thumping complaint on a specific car.12th Sep 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0143
Secret memo requesting two up-to-date EAC cars, one with an open body and one with a closed body, for production evaluation.17th Sep 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0144
Qualities of car Hs2/LG3.9.24 and a request to reserve it for testing and demonstration.18th Sep 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0145
Secret memorandum concerning the availability of up-to-date E.A.C. engine cars for trial.18th Sep 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0146
Readiness and dispatch options for a dummy chassis required for EAC 11 bodies.22th Sep 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0147
Secret memo discussing delays with the E.A.C.11 dummy chassis due to the bonnet and radiator, proposing solutions.22th Sep 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0148
Instructing that parts for six E.A.C.II chassis are to be made in parallel for demonstration cars.23th Sep 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0149
Secret memo regarding the dispatch of a dummy chassis mock-up to Barkers for body and wing construction.25th Sep 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0150
The slow running performance of the E.A.C. engine.26th Sep 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0151
The dispatch schedule for a dummy chassis and its components to Messrs. Barkers.30th Sep 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0152
Urgent inquiry regarding car modifications to improve performance and fix a 'booming' fault.30th Sep 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0153
Secret memo regarding the development of the EAC.11 model and concerns about information leaks.1st Oct 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0154
Secret memo instructing not to run the E.A.C.II chassis from the Experimental Shop without written authority.1st Oct 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0155
Secret memo regarding the control, secrecy, and release of the EAC.II chassis.30th Sep 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0156
Telegram from Eversden to Hives at Roycar, Derby, enquiring when a knock-up will be at Barkers coachbuilders.1st Nov 1922Box 69 \ 2  scan0157
Slow running of the EAC.11 engine and a proposed modification to the carburettor controls.10th Jun 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0158
Extreme secrecy and handling procedures for the key to the bonnet of car No. 46PK.11th Oct 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0159
Proposing a test of a fabric coupling on an EAC.11 car to reduce noise and recommending a sub-frame for covered bodies.13th Oct 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0160
Page discussing body noises, vibrations, and recommendations for sub-frame mounting and camshaft experiments.13th Oct 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0161
Secret memo discussing logistics for fitting a radiator and bonnet to a new chassis, model EAC.11, to avoid suspicion.13th Oct 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0162
Secret memo confirming permission for a car with an E.A.C.2 engine to be taken to Mr. Royce.16th Oct 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0163
Carburetter experiments and performance issues on the EAC.2 chassis and Goshawk engine.16th Oct 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0164
Secret memo about fitting an EAC.11 engine to a 40/50 HP car for preliminary road tests under instructions of secrecy.17th Oct 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0165
Secret memo regarding preliminary road tests for a 40/50 HP car fitted with an EAC.11 engine.17th Oct 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0166
Secret memo arranging a meeting to discuss tests for the EAC.11 vehicle and its external appearance.8th Oct 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0167
Secret memo discussing plans to test a modified chassis using an adapted old body, possibly in Spain.16th Oct 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0168
Conference about misunderstandings between departments regarding chassis alterations.22th Oct 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0169
Secret internal memo discussing chassis production, testing challenges, and delivery schedules.22th Oct 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0170
Secret memo urging caution regarding alterations to new chassis designs based on 20 years of company experience.22th Oct 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0171
Request from CJ to Hs for a modified EAC.II engine to be submitted for testing once a list of specific alterations has been completed.1st Oct 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0172
Secret memo detailing the test results and issues found with an EAC.11 engine.24th Oct 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0173
Note about the magneto on the 40/50 HP model, in relation to a new brake system modification.25th Oct 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0174
Undertaking and set of instructions regarding the strict secrecy and handling of a key for a specific vehicle.25th Oct 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0175
Seeking opinions on the delivery schedule for EAC.II chassis and a potential further order of standard chassis.27th Oct 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0176
Modifications to car 93-NK, incorporating EAC.11 components at the request of the Sales department.27th Oct 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0177
Performance expectations and approval process for production car EAC.11.27th Oct 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0178
Secret internal memo discussing the production schedule, alterations, and risks associated with the new E.A.C.2 model's 10,000 miles trial.27th Oct 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0179
Chassis production continuity and the ordering of materials.27th Oct 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0180
Requested modifications to convert car 93-NK into a modern EAC.11.27th Oct 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0181
Secret memo detailing the modernization of car 93-NK into an EAC.11 specification.27th Oct 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0182
Secret internal memo responding to a query and providing updates on four outstanding E.A.C.II. points.27th Oct 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0183
Chassis body type, camshaft suitability for a Sports Model vs a Covered Car, and gear ratios.28th Oct 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0184
Secret internal memorandum discussing car bodies, camshafts, and gear ratios for various models.29th Oct 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0185
Risks and timelines for manufacturing two new chassis.29th Oct 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0186
Development, testing, and delivery schedules for the E.A.C.2 chassis and 93.NK car.1st Oct 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0187
Preparation of car 93-NK for criticism by comparing it to a standard 40/50 HP model.29th Oct 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0188
Secret internal request for a recommendation on making the accelerator throttle opening more gradual for implementation on the 93-NK car.29th Oct 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0189
Component updates and decisions for the 93-NK car model.31th Oct 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0190
Testing protocol and anticipated issues for the EAC.11 and 93-NK cars.4th Jul 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0191
Comparing vibrations between car models 93-NK and 46-PK, noting different parts fitted.4th Jul 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0192
Explaining the reason for fitting high compression pistons to car 93-NK.1st Nov 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0193
Secret internal memo discussing the unacceptable roughness of car 48-PK and the importance of maintaining 'silkiness' in standard chassis.1st Nov 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0194
Secret memo discussing engine vibration issues in car models 46-PK and the new EAC.II engine.1st Nov 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0195
Secret memo discussing engine vibrations and policy changes for the EAC.11 car, comparing it to the 46-PK and 40/50 HP models.4th Nov 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0196
Secret memo regarding the fitting of a radiator, lamps, and other parts to car EAC.11.5th Nov 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0197
Proposing a visit to Derby to test important chassis waiting to be passed.6th Nov 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0198
Secret memo discussing car arrangements for Mr. Royce, including the use of a Beatonson all-weather and a new experimental EAC.2 chassis.7th Nov 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0199
Undertaking outlining the strict confidentiality protocols for handling the key to a specific car's bonnet.8th Nov 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0200
List of modifications required to fit an EAC.2 engine into an existing 40/50 chassis.10th Nov 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0201
Secret memo from Hs to Wor detailing issues with the 93-NK car, including vibrations, and plans for demonstration before sending to sales.10th Nov 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0202
Telegram regarding the delayed return of car 48-PK and making arrangements for its use.24th Nov 1933Box 69 \ 2  scan0203
Improvements and comparative testing of the EAC.11 engine against the standard 40/50 HP model.11th Nov 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0204
Secret memo discussing the improved EAC.11 engine's performance compared to the standard 40/50 HP and arranging further tests.11th Nov 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0205
Proposed chassis modifications to accommodate the EAC.II engine.11th Nov 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0206
Typed memo requesting to borrow the 48-PK car for a meeting and outlining the arrangements.11th Nov 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0207
The EAC.11 (93-NK) car, discussing its modern parts and a change in policy from a speed model to a town-carriage.11th Nov 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0208
The use of the 48-PK car.12th Nov 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0209
Secret memo discussing the EAC.11 gearbox, its differences to the standard EAC.111, and its use in an experimental car.12th Nov 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0210
Modifications required to fit the EAC.11 engine into a present chassis.13th Nov 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0211
Chassis and engine compatibility, detailing proposed modifications and production choices for various vehicle series.11th Dec 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0212
Feedback from the Sales Department on a car with a modified axle and ignition system.11th Dec 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0213
Secret memo discussing which car model to adopt, considering modifications to the 'V' series chassis and bodywork.15th Nov 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0214
Issues and repair plans for car 8-G-11 for Le Canadel.18th Nov 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0215
Modifications to the 93-NK car to serve as a model for the EAC.11 chassis.18th Nov 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0216
Secret memo discussing the arrangement and transport of a dummy chassis and the unsuitability of a 'live' chassis for experimental work.19th Nov 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0217
Clarifying production instructions and material quantities for the 'V' and 'W' Series chassis.21th Nov 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0218
Outlining proposals for the 'V' and 'W' Series chassis and body components following a conference.21th Nov 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0219
Specifications for 'V' and 'W' Series components including the radiator, engine, and exhaust systems.21th Nov 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0220
Specifications for exhaust, ignition, carburetter, clutch, and gearbox components for various vehicle series.21th Nov 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0221
Specifications for frames, axles, and brake operation for V and W Series vehicles.21th Nov 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0222
Specifications for various components for V and W series vehicles, including steering, starter, and fuel systems.21th Nov 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0223
Technical note discussing the petrol tank design and an agreement to modify the timing gear oil pump.21th Nov 1924Box 69 \ 2  scan0224


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