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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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Logistics and scheduling for the car 7-EX.27th Nov 1925Box 72 \ 2  scan0167
Arranging to test the 7-EX car in London.27th Nov 1925Box 72 \ 2  scan0168
Post Office Telegram regarding a collection or delivery arrangement.27th Nov 1925Box 72 \ 2  scan0169
Telegram advising that a car will not be ready until Thursday due to a hold-up for Triplex glass.30th Nov 1925Box 72 \ 2  scan0170
Advice memo for a battery and petrol forwarded to the Experimental Department in Derby.3rd Dec 1925Box 72 \ 2  scan0171
Delivery note for a car, one battery and petrol sent to the Experimental Department in Derby.3rd Dec 1925Box 72 \ 2  scan0172
Bodywork issues with the 7-EX car and a 20 HP subframe cabriolet at coachbuilder Barkers.4th Dec 1925Box 72 \ 2  scan0173
Progress and issues with car bodies, including specific complaints and arrangements for vehicle collection.7th Dec 1925Box 72 \ 2  scan0174
Outlining the specifications and arrangements for sending a Phantom car to Le Canadel, France for Mr. Royce.8th Dec 1925Box 72 \ 2  scan0175
Logistical arrangements for the delivery of car 7-EX to Le Canadel.8th Dec 1925Box 72 \ 2  scan0176
Outlining the delivery arrangements for car 7-EX to meet a client in Toulon.8th Dec 1925Box 72 \ 2  scan0177
List of new features fitted to a chassis, including mechanical and electrical parts.10th Dec 1925Box 72 \ 2  scan0178
A vehicle that arrived at Barkers, had a 'jaggering' servo which was dismantled and cleaned, and had its speedometer tested.10th Dec 1925Box 72 \ 2  scan0179
The changing of sparking plugs and a jack from a tool kit.16th Dec 1925Box 72 \ 2  scan0180
From 'Cx' to 'Hs' (Hives) regarding the delivery of a Phantom car to avoid renewing a license for car 6-EX.16th Dec 1925Box 72 \ 2  scan0181
Letter regarding car performance, specifically dissatisfaction with the rear springing and subsequent adjustments.26th Dec 1925Box 72 \ 2  scan0182
Query about the possibility of fitting weaker rear springs to a vehicle at the NICE depot.31th Dec 1925Box 72 \ 2  scan0183
Letter to a customer regarding the car's rear springing, discussing spring weights and availability.31th Dec 1925Box 72 \ 2  scan0184
Request for information to identify vehicle springs by checking for a poundage mark or by providing physical measurements.7th Jan 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0185
Letter detailing measurements and issues with the springing on vehicle 1EX.7th Jan 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0186
Letter to Mr. Dodd in France requesting feedback on the oil and petrol consumption and steering performance of car 7-EX.6th Jan 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0187
Memo reporting on vehicle performance, including fuel consumption, spark plugs, and steering.9th Jan 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0188
From Royce to Mr. Hives regarding car springing issues and a request for different rear springs for testing.12th Jan 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0189
Letter from F. Dodd to Mr. Hives requesting two inner tubes and reporting on a vehicle's performance and lack of stock for 'Phantom' springs.23th Jan 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0190
Letter to a customer regarding inner tubes and a recommendation for Wakefields 'XL' motor oil.30th Jan 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0191
List of stockists for Castrol 'XL' Motor Oil in the South of France and Monaco.20th Jan 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0192
From F. Dodd to Mr. Hives on car performance, covering springing, engine, servo brakes, and steering.2nd Feb 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0193
The rear springing and tyres for the 7-EX car at Le Canadel.1st Feb 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0194
Letter to a customer regarding steering tackiness and lubrication for car 7-EX.6th Feb 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0195
Letter regarding the procurement of Wakefield's oil and a request for spare inner tubes.8th Feb 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0196
Issues and suggested improvements for petrol tanks, including filling speed and air escape.8th Feb 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0197
Letter from T. Dodd to Mr. Hives discussing steering 'tackiness' and self-centering issues on vehicle 7.EX.19th Feb 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0198
The readiness of an EAC.V111 chassis and a list of new parts for a 20 HP car for a visit to Le Canadel.3rd Mar 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0199
Continued memorandum regarding the fitting of hydraulic shock absorbers and arranging a car viewing.6th Mar 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0200
Letter detailing vehicle mileage, consumption figures, and a request for new tyres.6th Mar 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0201
Sticking Phantom Cutout valve, its cause, and proposing design modifications with diagrams.15th Mar 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0202
Letter regarding the dispatch of a device for preventing servo jaggers and some subframe body bolts.12th Apr 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0203
The despatch of fittings for Mr. Royce's car to France.12th Apr 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0204
Vehicle's high-speed wobble, issues with fitting shock dampers, and a request for its license.17th Apr 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0205
The difficulty in fitting hydraulic dampers to a car equipped with R-R wing stays.20th Apr 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0206
Fitting of hydraulic shock dampers to various chassis including 7-EX and EAC.V1ll.21th Apr 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0207
The successful fitting of an adjusting nut for a servo motor, which has cured 'servo jaggers'.26th Apr 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0208
List of recent improvements for a car to be tested in France next winter.2nd Jul 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0209
Test drive report for a Barker-Beatonson All Weather car, detailing various performance and bodywork issues.16th Nov 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0210
Unsatisfactory steering on Mr. Royce's car 7-EX and requesting details of its current setup.20th Nov 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0211
Performance of experimental cars 8-EX and 7-EX, with suggested modifications for 7-EX.22th Nov 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0212
From EV to Hs detailing a list of five modifications and repairs for the 7-EX Allweather car.25th Nov 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0213
Letter to coachbuilder Barker & Co. Ltd. detailing faults with Mr. Royce's car, including sketches.23th Nov 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0214
Letter detailing vehicle body faults including flapping leather, door fasteners, and lost keys, with accompanying sketches.24th Nov 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0215
Requesting modifications and checks on an experimental vehicle, 7-EX.24th Nov 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0216
List of required modifications and work to be completed on the 7-EX car for Mr. Royce.26th Nov 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0217
Proposal to fit a spare wheel carrier at the rear of the 7-EX car and a discussion on removing the side carriers.26th Nov 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0218
Preparation of a chassis for inspection, proposing a standard test kit instead of attempting to rig up a body.27th Nov 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0219
Revised specification for a Short 'D' type Chassis placed on test in September 1926.29th Nov 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0220
List of modifications and part specifications for various vehicle components.29th Nov 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0221
List of modifications and specifications for various vehicle components.29th Nov 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0222
List of modifications and part numbers for various mechanical systems including servo, transmission, and brakes.1st Dec 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0223
List of modifications and part numbers for various vehicle components.29th Nov 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0224
Modifications to fabric couplings for rivets and self-starter gear.29th Nov 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0225
List of components and their corresponding part numbers or specifications for '4A & AC. II.' units.29th Nov 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0226
List of engine component specifications, part numbers, and modifications.29th Nov 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0227
List of modifications and specifications for various mechanical and electrical parts.29th Nov 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0228
Secret memo detailing plans and proposed modifications for the 10-EX chassis for a trip to the South of France, including petrol pump alternatives.29th Nov 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0229
Diagram and notes concerning a petrol pump mechanism with a control float and potential patents.29th Nov 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0230
Post Office telegram regarding the arrival time of an experimental chassis (E.X.) at Barkers coachbuilders.1st Dec 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0231
Requesting a triptyque and boat accommodation for the 7-EX car for Mr. Royce's use in Le Canadel.1st Dec 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0232
Internal note from RS to HS arranging a visit for Jon.3rd Dec 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0233
Coachwork modifications for Mr. Royce's Car 7-EX.3rd Dec 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0234
List of new parts and modifications fitted to a chassis, including steering, axle, brake, and exhaust components.6th Dec 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0235
Specification sheet for the 4.EAC.II.UNIT, detailing modifications to the throttle governor, carburetter, ignition, and electrical systems.6th Dec 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0236
Letter concerning steering load issues and proposed spring modifications for the 7-EX model.13th Dec 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0237
Instructions for adjusting steering load by adding or removing washers behind springs.13th Dec 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0238
Graph plotting load versus setup for cross steering tube springs.16th Dec 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0239
Report from F. Dodd to Mr. Hives on a car's performance, detailing the engine, luggage carrier, and steering characteristics after a journey.16th Dec 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0240
Recommending the standardisation of a rear-mounted wheel and luggage carrier for the Phantom 7-EX model.18th Dec 1926Box 72 \ 2  scan0241
Vehicle performance, focusing on steering, body, and fuel consumption.9th Jan 1927Box 72 \ 2  scan0242
Letter from France about fitting a change speed shaft and a noisy fan.28th Feb 1927Box 72 \ 2  scan0243
Telegram requesting a rear stop iron for an experimental car, marked as supplied.29th Apr 1927Box 72 \ 2  scan0244
Performance of the Phantom engine on the 7-EX car and proposed modifications.29th Apr 1927Box 72 \ 2  scan0245
New two-tone paint scheme of grey and black for the car 14-EX, to match the car 7-EX.19th Oct 1927Box 72 \ 2  scan0246
Final preparations and inspection of car 14-EX for Le Canadel.27th Oct 1927Box 72 \ 2  scan0247
Arrangements for painting, varnishing, and fitting a friction damper on car 14-EX for Le Canadel.31th Oct 1927Box 72 \ 2  scan0248
From R. to Hs. regarding the car for Le Canadel and agreeing to suggestions for dealing with car 14-EX.1st Nov 1927Box 72 \ 2  scan0249
Urgent request to order altered front springs for Mr. Royce's car.11th Nov 1927Box 72 \ 2  scan0250
Letter to Mr. Dodd in France regarding weak engine mounting brackets and the dispatch of stronger replacements.16th Dec 1927Box 72 \ 2  scan0251
Post office telegram confirming a car's arrival and condition.18th Dec 1927Box 72 \ 2  scan0252
Letter detailing engine and clutch coupling measurements before and after a 1,300-mile journey.19th Dec 1927Box 72 \ 2  scan0253
Letter requesting a comprehensive weekly performance report on the experimental car 14-EX.28th Dec 1927Box 72 \ 2  scan0254
Report from Dodd to Hives regarding car performance, including engine clearance, mis-firing, oil consumption, and starter motor function.31th Dec 1927Box 72 \ 2  scan0255
Letter addressing the unauthorized exposure of an experimental car (14-EX) in Paris.6th Jan 1928Box 72 \ 2  scan0256
The running and performance of the 14 EX engine at Le-Canadel.8th Jan 1928Box 72 \ 2  scan0257
Road test report detailing engine noise, misfiring, fuel consumption and steering performance.8th Jan 1928Box 72 \ 2  scan0258
The performance of a car's brakes, suspension, and body noise.8th Jan 1928Box 72 \ 2  scan0259
Highlighting difficulties with chassis lubrication points.15th Jan 1928Box 72 \ 2  scan0260
Vehicle mileage, engine drop measurements using feeler gauges, clutch coupling clearance, and a broken off-side engine damper.15th Jan 1928Box 72 \ 2  scan0261
Vehicle's performance after 3,000 miles, detailing engine, starter, and body condition.21th Jan 1928Box 72 \ 2  scan0262
Engine improvements, including induction and exhaust pipes, and road test feedback.21th Jan 1928Box 72 \ 2  scan0263
Performance report on chassis 14-E.X. from Dodd to Mr. Hives, noting observations on brakes and the dynamo cut-out switch.22th Jan 1928Box 72 \ 2  scan0264
Page 2 of a report detailing starter motor performance, battery voltage, and body condition, with total and weekly mileage.28th Jan 1928Box 72 \ 2  scan0265
Vehicle performance and condition report from Dodd to Mr. Hives from France.28th Jan 1928Box 72 \ 2  scan0266


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