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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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Weight of a Weymann body and a request to adjust the rear springs accordingly.16th Nov 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0171
Chassis springing instructions worksheet for calculating wheel loads and spring ratings.16th Dec 1924Box 71 \ 1  scan0172
Instruction to Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes Ltd. to carry out work on a car as per an attached estimate.17th Nov 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0173
Instruction memo to Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes Ltd. to carry out work on car 44-PK.17th Nov 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0174
Instruction memo to Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes Ltd. to carry out work on a car based on an attached estimate.17th Nov 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0175
Instruction to arrange for work to be carried out on the 8-EX car by Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes Ltd.17th Nov 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0176
Correction memo regarding the addition of lead ballast for a Weymann Body test.17th Nov 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0177
Two available coachwork options for chassis EAC.1 and requesting dashboard dimensions.20th Nov 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0178
Instruction to Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes Ltd to carry out work on car 8-EX as per an attached estimate.23th Nov 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0179
Progress report on various experimental car bodies and components.23th Nov 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0180
Instruction to Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes Ltd. to carry out work on car 9-EX as per an attached estimate.28th Nov 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0181
Recommending a Hooper body for chassis EAC.1 and querying a memo about the dash width.30th Nov 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0182
Secret memo discussing the design and fitting of a 'Barker' Sports Body on an E.A.C.II chassis.3rd Dec 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0183
Rattles, material issues, and other faults on a car body from coachbuilder Barkers.4th Dec 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0184
Suggestion for mounting a spare wheel on a specific sports car, urging for the matter to be expedited.12th May 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0185
Replacing red fibre taper wedges on Barker Cabriolet doors that have swelled from moisture and jammed.1st Jan 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0186
Progress report on experimental coachwork for various vehicle models.9th Dec 1925Box 71 \ 1  scan0187
Procurement and modification of car bodies and subframes for various chassis.8th Jan 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0188
From 'Hs.' to 'O.O.' authorising work on car 44-PK by Sanderson & Holmes Ltd.21th Jan 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0189
Letter to Barker & Co. detailing body modifications for a Torpedo on a Short Chassis 'D' Type.29th Jan 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0190
The concluding page of a typed letter with a handwritten signature.8th Feb 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0191
8-EX Limousine body's condition after a 14,000-mile test in France.8th Feb 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0192
Faults and required modifications for various vehicle components.18th Feb 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0193
Confirmation of a wire concerning a delay in the readiness of a 'Torpedo'.18th Feb 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0194
Instruction to authorise Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes Ltd. to carry out work on a car as per an attached estimate.5th Mar 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0195
Improvements for rear springs, shock dampers, and tyres on the Phantom model.15th May 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0196
Improvements to car suspension, tyres, and overall ride comfort.15th May 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0197
Letter to Barkers Coachbuilders requesting the release of a body to be temporarily fitted to a chassis.27th Mar 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0198
Non-standard front seat height and a faulty accumulator for car 7-EX.27th Mar 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0199
Internal instruction to authorise work on car 9-EX by Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes Ltd.29th Mar 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0200
Instruction memo authorising work on a car to be carried out by Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes Ltd.12th Apr 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0201
Desirability and urgency of designing a subframe for 40/50 and 20 HP chassis.22th Apr 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0202
Authorising Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes Ltd. to carry out work on car 98-NK.29th Apr 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0203
Report on subframe bodies, discussing the unreliability of current car weight data and requesting standardized weighings.12th May 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0204
Instructing for work to be carried out on car 44-PK by Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes Ltd.26th May 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0205
The unsatisfactory and weak mechanical construction of a Barker body on a 7-EX car.29th May 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0206
Requesting a 20 HP loaner car while car 7-EX undergoes body reconstruction to fix severe flexing and squeaks.3rd Jun 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0207
Potential uses for Staybright steel in vehicle components.10th Jun 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0208
The inspection of a Barker open body, detailing required improvements to the scuttle, instrument board, seating, and floor.16th Jun 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0209
Conclusion of a report on the campaign to lighten the chassis and lower the car's components.14th Jun 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0210
Design proposals for a streamlined sports car body to reduce wind resistance.14th Jun 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0211
Removing a non-standard spare wheel carrier and requesting information on fitting headlamps.16th Jun 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0212
Letter from coachbuilder Barker & Co. regarding the replacement of broken front plates on a Barker Cabriolet and requesting the body number.18th Jun 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0213
Bodywork faults on a 7-EX car, specifically the flexible scuttle, and suggesting engineering solutions.18th Jun 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0214
Weak mechanical construction of the 7-EX body and the need to improve coachbuilding methods.22th Jun 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0215
Seat design considerations for the 'low chassis campaign', including seat height and cushion dimensions.22th Jun 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0216
Continuation of a trial report on the 12-EX, commenting on the exposed rear seats.22th Jun 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0217
Querying a coachbuilder's claim about reinforced subframes on experimental car bodies following a conference.22th Jun 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0218
Offer from coachbuilder Barkers to build a new body for the 7-EX car and whether to provide engineering assistance.24th Jun 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0219
The coachwork of chassis 7-EX, detailing issues with rigidity, scuttle jellying, and suggestions for improvement.26th Jun 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0220
Bodywork issues including scuttles, pillars, and hinges with suggested improvements.26th Jun 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0221
Issues and proposed modifications for car bodywork components such as door straps, head gear and valances.26th Jun 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0222
Drawing showing a cracked arch frame and an alternative suggestion for a rivetted lap joint repair.26th Jun 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0223
Drawing illustrating a welded steel joint reinforced with thin sheet steel gussets.26th Jun 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0224
Diagram illustrating the bending moment and stress on a wood screw joint.24th Jun 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0225
From 'R' regarding an offer from coachbuilder 'Barkers' to build a new body for the 7-EX car and the potential for engineering involvement.24th Jun 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0226
The handover of responsibility for experimental car bodies for various chassis.25th Jun 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0227
Relationship with coachbuilders, including a misunderstanding about a free body replacement and the strategy for sharing improvements.26th Jun 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0228
Page two of a memo discussing the expense of coachwork.26th Jun 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0229
Experimental car bodies, the weakness of a 40/50 subframe, and the plan to build a shama cabriolet.29th Jun 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0230
Company's responsibility for coachbuilder modifications and suggestions for improving bodywork construction.1st Jul 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0231
The loan and availability of the 10-EX sports body car.7th Jul 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0232
Secret and confidential memo discussing an agreement with Hooper's on cost sharing for experimental car bodies.27th Jul 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0233
Instruction memo authorizing work on car 8-EX by Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes Ltd.1st Aug 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0234
Tests conducted to investigate overheating in the interior of Phantom cars due to silencer heat radiation.9th Aug 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0235
Recommendations for using asbestos to insulate floorboards and subframes from silencer heat.9th Aug 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0236
Internal request to send an order for 2 loose covers to Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes Ltd.21th Aug 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0237
Instruction for Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes Ltd. to carry out work on the 10-EX car.21th Aug 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0238
From 'EV' to 'Hs' outlining questions and plans to arrange a programme with coachbuilders for experimental car bodies.28th Aug 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0239
Providing updates and timelines for various experimental chassis and coachwork projects.31th Aug 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0240
Arrangements to send men to Barkers to fit new subframe supports on an 8-EX car after the body is mounted.3rd Sep 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0241
Required chassis modifications for the Sports Phantom 10-EX before being sent to the coachbuilders.3rd Sep 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0242
Specification of coachwork modifications for a Barker 'CJ' Sports Phantom, chassis 10.EX.1st Sep 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0243
Instruction to Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes Ltd. to perform work on car 8-EX as per an attached estimate.1st Sep 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0244
Instruction memo to Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes Ltd. to carry out work on car 44-PK.23th Sep 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0245
Car requirements at West Wittering, the status of chassis 7-EX, and vehicles for sales purposes.24th Sep 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0246
Seeking confirmation regarding the ordering of further car bodies for R.7th Oct 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0247
Improvements for the Phantom & Goshawk models, addressing performance, quality, and carriage work.27th Oct 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0248
Letter to Messrs. Barkers coachbuilders requesting an update on the completion of Mr. Royce's car 7-EX.8th Nov 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0249
Instruction to Messrs. Sanderson & Holmes Ltd. to carry out work on car 8-EX based on an attached estimate.8th Nov 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0250
Final testing of the 7-EX car after completion by coachbuilder Barkers.8th Nov 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0251
Aerodynamic improvements to the Sports Phantom to achieve 100 M.P.H.11th Nov 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0252
Design features and trends on contemporary European cars, including the Sunbeam, Lorraine, Lancia, and Panhard.16th Nov 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0253
Road test report on a Barker-Beatonson All Weather car, detailing issues with the bodywork, performance and handling.16th Nov 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0254
Proposed modifications for a 100 m.p.h. 'Sports Phantom' model using the 10-EX as a testbed.17th Nov 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0255
Discussion about modifications to a car to improve performance, referencing the 10-EX model.25th Nov 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0256
List of required modifications and repairs for an Allweather car before it is sent to France.25th Nov 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0257
Letter to coachbuilder Barker & Co. Ltd. detailing faults found in a car, including a leaking windscreen, squeaks, and inadequate door straps.23th Nov 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0258
Letter detailing car bodywork faults, including noisy head leather flaps and lost keys for secret locks, with accompanying diagrams.29th Nov 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0259
Requesting a proposed scheme for review in order to provide further information.29th Nov 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0260
Coachwork modifications for Mr. Royce's car, 7-EX.3rd Dec 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0261
Proposed body modifications for the Phantom 10-EX experimental car.1st Dec 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0262
Outlining coachwork modifications for an Experimental Phantom vehicle.11th Dec 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0263
Alterations to the windscreen position on the 10-EX Open Touring Car for improved driver comfort and protection.18th Dec 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0264
The fitting of lamps, a petrol gauge, and an engine rev counter to a car.18th Dec 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0265
Proposed alterations to the Sports Phantom 10-EX body to reduce windage for experimental data.20th Dec 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0266
Supplier's (Barkers) body design, its excessive cost, and a criticism of the non-retractable hood.30th Dec 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0267
Commissioning a new car body for experiments, referencing proposals from 'Barkers' and an enclosed blueprint.30th Dec 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0268
High cost estimate from coachbuilder Barkers for modifications to the 10-EX sports body.1st Dec 1926Box 71 \ 1  scan0269
Arranging a meeting at Barkers on Olaf Street to discuss the 10-EX car.4th Jan 1927Box 71 \ 1  scan0270


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