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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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List of alterations carried out on chassis 103-MC.19th Mar 1927Box 71 \ 3  scan0390
Covering memo regarding the 'GHJ-26. Park Ward Demonstration' requesting comments on attached correspondence.6th Apr 1927Box 71 \ 3  scan0391
Alterations to the steering system for car 117-MC in the experimental department.12th Apr 1927Box 71 \ 3  scan0392
Steering faults and a potential fix on Chassis No. 78-SC, H's Trials Car.22th Apr 1927Box 71 \ 3  scan0393
Car's steering performance following a series of tests after its return from 'W'.15th Jun 1927Box 71 \ 3  scan0394
Despatch and fitting of butterfly valves for the Phantom exhaust system.18th Jun 1927Box 71 \ 3  scan0395
Solutions for an axle hitting the buffers on car 103-MC.7th Jul 1927Box 71 \ 3  scan0396
Acknowledging a request for a special test on the springing of chassis No. 103-MC.13th Jul 1927Box 71 \ 3  scan0397
Customer complaint letter detailing performance issues with chassis 117-MC.27th Jul 1927Box 71 \ 3  scan0398
Customer feedback letter from Geoffrey Summers detailing car performance and an overheating issue in the Alps.8th Aug 1927Box 71 \ 3  scan0399
Alterations to standard front shock absorber loading and the despatch of a pair for testing on vehicle 103-MC.8th Aug 1927Box 71 \ 3  scan0400
Despatching missing pieces for car 78-SC and the function of a plate behind the pedals.10th Aug 1927Box 71 \ 3  scan0401
Requesting arrangements for vehicle tests at Brooklands track, including a Packard straight-8 and an experimental car.29th Aug 1927Box 71 \ 3  scan0402
Difficulties and recommendations for altering shock absorber loads.6th Dec 1927Box 71 \ 3  scan0403
Cover note regarding a letter from Lord Curzon about a loaned Phantom Open Touring Demonstration car.23th Jan 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0404
Letter from the House of Commons providing detailed feedback on a test drive of a Phantom, comparing it to other marques.18th Jan 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0405
Driver's road test report discussing vehicle handling, controls, and performance.18th Jan 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0406
Driver's feedback report on a vehicle's performance, covering the fuel system, suspension, headlamps, and bodywork.18th Jan 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0407
Report comparing the performance and comfort of the Phantom with competitor vehicles like Isotta, Mercedes and Bentley.18th Jan 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0408
Letter from Curzon providing feedback on a car's performance and features, likely after a test drive.23th Jan 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0409
Letter to Lord Curzon discussing the philosophy on high-speed performance versus comfort in their vehicles.23th Jan 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0410
Letter addressing customer feedback on a Phantom and discussing the commercial importance of personal product use by a retailer.23th Jan 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0411
The final page of a letter from the General London Manager.23th Jan 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0412
Faulty nearside front hydraulic shock absorber on a Trials Phantom Saloon, car 65-EF.24th Jan 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0413
With a suggested reply to Lord Curzon regarding the Phantom car's speed and performance.25th Jan 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0414
Performance comparison of the 'Phantom' against Isotta, Bentley, Vauxhall, and Sunbeam models at Brooklands.25th Jan 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0415
The feasibility of high speeds for touring cars compared to a Bugatti racing car.26th Jan 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0416
Preparing a demonstration car for duty in Germany, focusing on improving the suspension and steering.26th Jan 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0417
Engine performance issues, a slipper drive modification, and decarbonisation for car 81-EF.3rd Apr 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0418
On the development of rubber engine mountings for the Phantom, detailing part shortages and the preparation of an experimental car.1st Apr 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0419
Comparing the suspension and ride comfort of cars 81-RF and 87-RF, and requesting further tests.17th Apr 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0420
Engine, suspension, axle, and bodywork issues for Chassis No. 81-RF.18th Apr 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0421
Sequence of testing and inspecting springs and shock dampers for car 81-RF.26th Apr 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0422
Comparing the suspension, ride quality, and user experience of chassis 61-RF and 87-RF.26th Apr 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0423
Springing and shock damper specifications for a new special sales chassis, 29-CL.8th Jun 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0424
Request to test various strength springs for the side steering tube to evaluate performance against road shock and sponginess.11th Jun 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0425
Recommendations on road springs, shock absorbers, and steering tube springs for chassis 29-CL.11th Jun 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0426
Fitment of continental type springs and Hartfords to car 29-CL.16th Jun 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0427
Fitting of continental type springs and Hartfords to a car's suspension.16th Jun 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0428
Internal order for two batches of coil springs with specific dimensions and material requirements.28th Jun 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0429
Performance issues and requesting repairs for a 40/50 HP Trials Sedanca, chassis 81-RF.3rd Jul 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0430
Instruction to arrange for the Works to cadmium plate the existing springs on a car.4th Jul 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0431
Arrangements for work on the 40/50 HP Trials Sedanca, chassis 81-RF.4th Jul 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0432
Strength of side steering tube springs and shock dampers for chassis 29-CL.7th Jul 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0433
The difficulty of removing front dampers on vehicle 29-CL following the adoption of torque control.9th Jul 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0434
Suspension modifications, including shock absorbers and springs, to improve ride quality.9th Jul 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0435
Progress and standardisation of the central oiling scheme for the Phantom and 20 HP models.6th Jul 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0436
The modification of front and rear dampers for chassis 29-CL.9th Jul 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0437
Outstanding parts and delays for chassis 29-CL for the Prague Show.10th Jul 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0438
Confirming the completion and delivery of hydraulic shock absorbers for chassis 29-CL.1st Jul 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0439
Despatch of hydraulic dampers and experimental side steering tube springs for testing.16th Jul 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0440
Multiple faults on Chassis No. 81-RF, including gearbox, engine, steering, and suspension issues.17th Jul 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0441
The repair and testing of chassis No. 81-RF, covering engine, suspension, gearbox, and steering issues.18th Jul 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0442
Authorising work on a car and arranging for cotton duck washers to be fitted to the slipper drive.8th Jul 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0443
The specifications for front and rear damper springs to increase high-pressure loading.27th Jul 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0444
Car weights, axle clearances, and the condition of the springs.4th Aug 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0445
Weighbridge certificate and equipment list for chassis 29CL.13th Aug 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0446
Confirming arrangements to re-fit original springs to car 29-CL for the Prague Show.13th Aug 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0447
Incorrect buffer clearances on car 29-CL due to the wrong rear springs and buffer being fitted.4th Aug 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0448
Issue with Continental type thick leaf springs for a 29-CL car, requesting their return for inspection.8th Aug 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0449
Requesting a decision on whether 1 inch or 1 ½ inch buffers should be fitted to springs.15th Aug 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0450
Confirming the fitting of original springs and detailing the resulting buffer to axle clearance.17th Aug 1923Box 71 \ 3  scan0451
Receipt of temporary rear springs from chassis 29-CL, a propaganda car, to be passed to the Experimental Department.23th Aug 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0452
Query regarding the cadmium plating of rear springs fitted to the Trials Sedanca car 81-RF.24th Aug 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0453
Fault report for car 29-OL detailing nine issues after a 7,250 km European tour.24th Sep 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0454
Vehicle test report detailing issues with suspension, braking, and cooling systems on a New Phantom.24th Sep 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0455
Test report page detailing vehicle performance data, identified faults, and arrangements for repair.21th Nov 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0456
Numerous faults and impracticality of the Barker dipping headlamps on a trials car.21th Nov 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0457
Experimental engine with opposed sparking plugs and an induction pipe in the head for the EAC.2 chassis.30th May 1924Box 71 \ 3  scan0458
Internal order for 100 sets of Lodge C.65 ignition plugs for the 'V' Series.13th Mar 1925Box 71 \ 3  scan0459
Recommendation to purchase 500 Lodge C.200 type detachable porcelain sparking plugs for use on Phantom cars.1st Aug 1925Box 71 \ 3  scan0460
Request for the latest porcelain cleanable plugs for the New Phantom and Goshawk engines.26th Jun 1925Box 71 \ 3  scan0461
Confirming no objection to making the .025' spark plug gap setting a standard practice.30th Sep 1927Box 71 \ 3  scan0462
Recommended blade sizes for feeler gauges and their specific uses.8th Dec 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0463
Proposed alterations to the Phantom's lubrication instructions to reduce oiling frequency.26th Jun 1928Box 71 \ 3  scan0464
Secret memo arranging a meeting to discuss tests of the EAC.11 and a programme to make a car externally identical to the 40/50 HP.18th Oct 1924Box 71 \ 4  scan0001
Secret memo regarding the assembly of a 'V' series chassis and the plan to send the completed car to France for approval.11th Dec 1924Box 71 \ 4  scan0002
Confidential letter about sending a gift to French officials and discussing methods for privately importing a car into France.15th Dec 1924Box 71 \ 4  scan0003
Letter discussing the logistics and taxation for getting a car into France for testing without divulging its particulars.16th Jan 1925Box 71 \ 4  scan0004
Short typed memo regarding arrangements for road tests with E.A.O. cars in France.16th Jan 1925Box 71 \ 4  scan0005
The preparation of a First 'V' Series Chassis for testing in France.27th Jan 1925Box 71 \ 4  scan0006
Secret memo regarding the ownership of cars for tests in France to avoid legal issues with the French government.28th Jan 1925Box 71 \ 4  scan0007
Secret memo regarding arrangements for testing cars with 4-wheel brakes in France.28th Jan 1925Box 71 \ 4  scan0008
Secret memo arranging the temporary import of a 40/50 HP car into France.28th Jan 1925Box 71 \ 4  scan0009
Request for assistance in obtaining French Carte d'Identité for touring in France.31th Jan 1925Box 71 \ 4  scan0010
Secret memo arranging for Mr. Claude Johnson to take the first EAC car to France for tests.31th Jan 1925Box 71 \ 4  scan0011
Secret memo regarding the registered owner of a car for tests in France.31th Jan 1925Box 71 \ 4  scan0012
Telegram received by telephone regarding the impossibility of a name change for an application already submitted.2nd Feb 1925Box 71 \ 4  scan0013
Secret memorandum discussing the transfer of ownership for car 98-NK and the legal logistics of legalizing a signature.2nd Feb 1925Box 71 \ 4  scan0014
Post Office telegram confirming an application change is impossible.25th Feb 1940Box 71 \ 4  scan0015
Letter from Paris to Derby explaining why a car registration name change is no longer possible for a touring vehicle.2nd Feb 1925Box 71 \ 4  scan0016
Letter from Paris to Derby concerning the impossibility of changing the registered owner for a car import (98-NK Car) due to customs regulations.2nd Feb 1925Box 71 \ 4  scan0017
Secret memo from 'Wor.' to 'C.J.' discussing the assembly of 20 'V' series chassis, experimental trials, and production progress.5th Feb 1925Box 71 \ 4  scan0018
Telegram received by telephone from Paris regarding impossible alterations to arrangements.4th Feb 1925Box 71 \ 4  scan0019
Secret memo discussing the completion status and delivery of 'V' series cars for testing and demonstration.10th Feb 1925Box 71 \ 4  scan0020
Secret memo discussing the logistics and legal requirements for changing a car's ownership for tests in France.2nd Feb 1925Box 71 \ 4  scan0021
Secret memo regarding the inability to change a car's registered name for a customs application for a trip to Paris.2nd Feb 1925Box 71 \ 4  scan0022
Secret letter regarding the legal difficulties of changing ownership for car 98-NK for a Mr. Claude Johnson.1st Feb 1925Box 71 \ 4  scan0023
Secret memo agreeing to proceed with a 10,000 miles trial at the earliest possible moment.2nd Feb 1925Box 71 \ 4  scan0024
Correspondence concerning an indemnity for chassis 98-NK and travel arrangements for Mr. Lidsey.7th Feb 1925Box 71 \ 4  scan0025


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