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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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Instruction memo to Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes Ltd. to carry out work on car 48-PK.29th Sep 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0071
The phased dispatch of a Dummy EAC.11 chassis and its components to Messrs. Barkers.30th Sep 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0072
Secret memo regarding two 40/50 HP cars with EAC engines, a mock-up chassis for a coachbuilder, and concerns about maintaining secrecy.1st Oct 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0073
The dispatch of a dummy chassis to Barkers for body mounting and discussion of details.2nd Oct 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0074
Secrecy and handling of EAC.11 sports bodies being made by Barkers.1st Oct 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0075
Strategy for manufacturing and announcing the EAC.II enclosed body, considering existing stock and body style suitability.1st Oct 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0076
Secret memo discussing the challenges of building a car body discreetly and details about a radiator mock-up.4th Oct 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0077
Secret memo discussing suggestions for procuring a suitable body for the EAC.2 chassis.1st Oct 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0078
Specifications for a closed body, steering, and wings for various chassis models.13th Oct 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0079
Secret memo discussing the logistics of fitting a radiator and bonnet to a chassis for examination, weighing options to avoid suspicion.13th Oct 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0080
Secret memo confirming arrangements for building the first three Sports Model bodies at Barkers.13th Oct 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0081
Bodywork options for an experimental car, model E.A.C.II, and the logistics of using a dummy for visualization.14th Oct 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0082
The value of a sub-frame for reducing body noises on a 20 HP car.18th Oct 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0083
Design and fitting of an Enclosed Limousine body (EACII) onto a 40/50 C Type chassis.18th Oct 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0084
'Barker job', the design of a wide dash, and the use of an underframe for closed bodies.23th Oct 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0085
Options for fitting a covered body to the EAC.II chassis for testing purposes.23th Oct 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0086
Secret internal memo discussing the development and logistics for car bodies, including an enclosed limousine and a sports model.24th Oct 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0087
Fitting of a covered saloon body with a sub-frame to model EAC.11.24th Oct 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0088
Car body fittings, camshaft performance, and gear ratio specifications for various models.29th Oct 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0089
Instruction to Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes Ltd. to carry out work on car 93-NK as per the attached estimate.30th Oct 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0090
Secret internal memo confirming a suggested car body production programme and schedule.1st Nov 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0091
Secret memorandum confirming details for the body sub-frame of model EAC.11.11th Nov 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0092
Secret memo discussing the suitability of covered car bodies from Barker and Hooper for testing.14th Nov 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0093
Completion of sub-frame designs and coordination with coachbuilders Barkers and Hoopers.18th Nov 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0094
Arrangements to see a Sports body and to provide Barkers with a live chassis.19th Nov 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0095
The progress on a sports body by Barkers and its transport to Lillie Hall for further fitting.19th Nov 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0096
Secret memo discussing the movement of a dummy chassis and the unsuitability of a 'live' chassis.19th Nov 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0097
Internal instruction memo for work to be carried out on car 44-PK by Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes Ltd.5th Dec 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0098
Internal instruction to authorise Sanderson & Holmes Ltd. to carry out work on car 44-PK.5th Dec 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0099
Secret memo regarding chassis modifications for a sub-frame and a proposal to test a new Celluluse painting system.13th Dec 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0100
Delegating responsibility for coachbuilders and experimental car bodies to DA/EV.15th Dec 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0101
Supplementary frame, dashboard specifications for coachbuilders, and painting options.16th Dec 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0102
The readiness of a sub-frame for the EAC and alternative presentation methods to coachbuilders.19th Dec 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0103
Various steering wheel positions and their impact on driver visibility and seating.22th Dec 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0104
Secret internal memo regarding the 'W' Series body subframe, its completion, and coordination with coachbuilders.1st Jan 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0105
Suggesting the creation of a temporary wooden gauge seat to standardize seating position measurements for coachbuilders.1st Mar 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0106
Secret memorandum discussing the 'W' Series body subframe, chassis modifications, and coachbuilder scheduling.3rd Jan 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0107
Driver seating positions and vision on 'EAC' 'V' Series cars.1st Jan 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0108
Page discussing the finalization of correct seating positions.23th Jan 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0109
Internal order to issue instructions for work on car 44-PK as per an attached estimate.23th Jan 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0110
Secret memo discussing a revised body subframe for the 40/50 model, including modifications and orders.27th Jan 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0111
Procurement of car bodies from coachbuilders for underframe experiments on a 40/50 chassis.2nd Feb 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0112
Procuring car bodies from Barkers and proposals for other custom body builds on 40/50 subframes.2nd May 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0113
Five specific modifications for sub-frame bodies on a 40/50 HP chassis.25th Feb 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0114
Instruction memo authorizing work on the 98-NK car chassis by Sanderson & Helmes Ltd.26th Feb 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0115
Secret internal memo discussing the urgent need to progress the design for new side levers and a steel underframe for a 'V' Series car.3rd Mar 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0116
Instruction to authorise work on car 44-PK to be carried out by Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes Ltd.17th Mar 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0117
Scheduling and preparation of chassis for different coachbuilders like Barker and Hooper.18th Mar 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0118
From Hooper & Co. advising the dispatch of a pair of standard front wings for a 40/50.HP car.25th Mar 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0119
Authorising work to be carried out on car 44-PK by Sanderson & Holmes Ltd.30th Mar 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0120
Secret memo discussing the preference for open car bodies over closed bodies for endurance testing.30th Mar 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0121
The blueprint and specifications for a Beatonson all-weather car body.6th Apr 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0122
Secret memo from Hs. requesting chassis specifications for the EAC car for R, noting progress on project 9-PK.8th Apr 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0123
Instruction to Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes Ltd. to carry out work on car 93-NK as per an attached estimate.16th Apr 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0124
Confirming responsibility for experimental work and the standardisation of coachwork features.16th Apr 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0125
Construction of an All-Weather Torpedo (Barker-Beatonson) body for 'R'.17th Apr 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0126
Secret memo discussing delays with chassis 9 PK, coachbuilders, and a body sub-frame experiment for Mr. Royce.25th Apr 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0127
The dispatch of car 9-PK to Messrs. Barkers in Shepherds Bush.27th Apr 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0128
Requesting an update on the sub-frame for Mr. Royce's 40/50 HP car and clarifying tyre specifications.29th Apr 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0129
The removal of an oil tank and the fitting of wheel carriers to chassis 9-PK for subframe experiments.15th May 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0130
The despatch of a body subframe for Mr. Royce's new car to Barkers, Coachbuilders.5th May 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0131
Instruction to Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes Ltd. to carry out work on car 46-PK as per an attached estimate.5th May 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0132
The temporary cancellation of a 'Duco' finished body experiment due to delays with coachbuilders and proposing an alternative.11th May 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0133
Faults with car bodies, particularly the height of back seats and the aesthetic appearance of a Windover body.13th May 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0134
Inspection of a Barker Enclosed Limousine body on chassis 9PK and its potential modifications.21th May 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0135
Requirement for speed models to be built on a short chassis and the status of wing modifications.23th Sep 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0136
Modifications and urgent testing on body subframes for 40/50 and 20 HP chassis.10th Jun 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0137
8-EX subframe chassis, its specifications, and the plan to fit it with a body from car 9pk.15th Jun 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0138
Internal instruction memo authorising work on a 20 HP car by Sanderson & Holmes Ltd.24th Jun 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0139
Missing cushions for a 40/50 HP Dummy Sports Car.24th Jun 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0140
Delivery of cushions for a 40/50 HP Dummy Sports Car to Messrs. Barkers.25th Jun 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0141
The dispatch of three cushions for a Dummy Sports model chassis.26th Jun 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0142
Query regarding the delivery of cushions to Barker's for a 40/50 HP Dummy Sports Car.30th Jun 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0143
Handover of cushions for a 40/50 HP Dummy Sports Car.1st Jul 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0144
Arguing against mounting a specific experimental body onto a chassis in Derby.1st Jul 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0145
Authorising Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes Ltd. to carry out work on car 9-PK.1st Jul 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0146
Parts related to the experimental limousine chassis 9-PK sent to coachbuilders.21th Jul 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0147
Confidential memorandum discussing the design of sports bodies for the New Phantom model.7th Aug 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0148
Follow-up memo regarding previously sent confidential modifications for a sports car body for model EAC. 2.29th Aug 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0149
Promotional leaflet for the Pytchley Patent Sliding Roof and Pytchley Autocar Co. Ltd.1st Oct 1928Box 71 \ 1  scan0150
Promotional leaflet for the Pytchley Sliding Roof Saloon.11th Aug 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0151
Request for a quote sent to a coachbuilder for repairs and modifications to Experimental Car 93-NK.11th Aug 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0152
List of bodywork repairs and re-fitting instructions for a vehicle.21th Aug 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0153
Instruction to Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes Ltd. to carry out work on a car as per an attached estimate.21th Aug 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0154
Instructing for work to be carried out on car 44-PK by Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes Ltd.21th Aug 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0155
Following up on previously sent confidential modifications for a sports car body.29th Aug 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0156
20HP chassis, Mr. Royce's chassis, the 8-EX car, and the experimental Sports Car.11th Sep 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0157
The chassis, wings, and windscreen for the Sports car.11th Sep 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0158
Removal of experimental features from Mr. Royce's chassis before it is delivered to him.18th Sep 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0159
Instruction to Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes Ltd. to carry out work on car 98-NK as per an attached estimate.1st Oct 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0160
Instruction to Sanderson & Holmes Ltd. to perform work on the 8-EX car per an attached estimate.9th Oct 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0161
Secret memo regarding alterations for a 'Phantom' engine frame for a 10,000-mile trial car and sourcing a Weyman body.10th Oct 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0162
The delivery of Mr. Royce's 7-EX car to Messrs. Barkers.14th Oct 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0163
Instructions for preparing a 'New Phantom' chassis to mount a Weymann body by Mulliner of Chiswick.15th Oct 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0164
Modifications to the Sales 10,000 Miles Test Car (93-NK) for a Weyman body.16th Oct 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0165
Design of car bodies, advocating for lighter, less cramped options and referencing a new tool box design.27th Oct 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0166
Excessive weight of an enclosed body for trial and disapproval of the non-standard smaller steering wheel.29th Oct 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0167
Arrangements with coachbuilder Messrs. Barkers for fitting parts to Mr. Royce's 7-EX car.11th Nov 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0168
Disagreement over the driver's seat cushion height for car 7-EX at Barkers.13th Nov 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0169
Standard steering wheel and seat dimensions, and proposing a trial for a new steering wheel design.16th Nov 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0170


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