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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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Report detailing issues with brakes and engine overheating during mountain driving.2nd Feb 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0379
Ineffective brakes, excessive servo wear, and lower than expected top speed for trials car 46-PK.2nd Feb 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0380
Continued note discussing the disappointing maximum speeds of the Hawk-Northcliffe engine compared to the EAC engine.8th Feb 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0381
Letter suggesting troubleshooting steps to address the low maximum speed of car 46-PK.8th Feb 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0382
Letter from Cannes reporting a slipping clutch and requesting additional funds for expenses.9th Feb 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0383
Secret internal memorandum discussing design suggestions for the E.A.C. engine.9th Feb 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0384
C.J. to Hs. forwarding a copy of a further report from P.N.2nd Feb 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0385
Typed memo from Cannes detailing a car's performance over the Col de la Croix Haute and required mechanical adjustments.9th Feb 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0386
Forwarding a copy of a letter concerning car PN being driven to the south of France.12th Feb 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0387
Commentary on PN's car, comparing its engine, steering, clutch, and brakes with other models.9th Feb 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0388
The concluding page of a letter signed by F.H. Royce concerning an individual named PN and their car.13th Feb 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0389
Letter discussing fuel mixture performance, a servo lever fault with a sketch, and brake adjustments.13th Feb 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0390
Letter detailing the testing of a car, focusing on performance issues with brakes, clutch springs, and coachwork fittings.2nd Apr 1907Box 73 \ 3  scan0391
'CJ' enclosing a copy of a letter from 'PN' regarding an experimental car in the South of France.11th Feb 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0392
Typed report on the comparison testing of an experimental car and a Riviera model, focusing on engine, brake, and axle performance.11th Feb 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0393
Competitor's engine acceleration.1st Feb 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0394
Secret memorandum regarding issues with a car's servo and proportionate braking system.15th Feb 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0395
Internal memorandum from CJ to multiple recipients forwarding a copy of a letter from PN.14th Feb 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0396
Typed letter from Cannes discussing car performance, road tests, and potential sales.14th Feb 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0397
Chassis delay, a high-speed servo, a seized reverse-pinion, and other test updates.16th Feb 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0398
Letter regarding a new brake lever with increased servo and a query about faulty carburation on a 40/50 HP model.18th Feb 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0399
Car skidding into a ditch, the seizure of the reverse pinion, and the subsequent repair work.18th Feb 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0400
Letter discussing car usage by Mr. Northey, expenses, and a personal request to travel due to a family emergency.19th Feb 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0401
Examining steering shocks on an experimental car and proposing spring modifications.19th Feb 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0402
Internal routing slip from CJ distributing a copy of a further report from PN.2nd Feb 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0403
Secret memo detailing the steering setup on a specific car following steering failures during a bump test.20th Feb 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0404
Typed memo detailing car performance comparisons and mechanical issues in France.16th Feb 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0405
Letter from F. H. Royce to C.J. regarding performance issues with PN's experimental car.20th Feb 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0406
Letter detailing brake lever modifications and diagnosing a carburation fault based on engine behaviour.21th Feb 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0407
Vehicle performance, maintenance adjustments, and comparative acceleration tests.21th Feb 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0408
Test drive report on an experimental car, focusing on the performance of its brakes and clutch.21th Feb 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0409
Vehicle performance and component feedback after a road test.24th Feb 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0410
Car's mileage, behavior, wear on servo shoe liners, and part fitment.24th Feb 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0411
Letter discussing engine running issues, including erratic carburetion and misfiring, and proposing maintenance.28th Feb 1926Box 73 \ 3  scan0412
Letter providing a performance report on a car after a 600-700 mile drive.28th Feb 1926Box 73 \ 3  scan0413
Vehicle performance, noting issues with the brakes and spark plugs.4th Mar 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0414
Internal memorandum discussing potential improvements and alternatives for clutch design.4th Mar 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0415
Methods for making a clutch brake and the necessity of having one ready.6th Mar 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0416
Car's condition and journey from Monte Carlo, detailing brake adjustments and mileage.6th Mar 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0417
Correspondence regarding a journey to England and enclosing expense sheets.1st Apr 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0418
Secret memo discussing E.A.C. engine mounting variations, correcting a previous statement and detailing retard vibration issues.1st Apr 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0419
Secret internal memo regarding the E.A.C. engine mounting, discussing design variations and vibration issues.1st Apr 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0420
Taking a 40/50 HP model with a 4-wheel brake system to the Grand Prix and its preparation.17th Jun 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0421
Secret memo discussing car modifications for the Grand Prix and options for other available models.18th Jun 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0422
Typed memo discussing the repainting of car parts and the allocation of a specific vehicle.19th Jun 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0423
Selecting a 40/50 HP car with new four-wheel brakes for a press demonstration in France for the Grand Prix.19th Jun 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0424
Secret memo regarding a car being prepared for the French Grand Prix and for Press runs.25th Jun 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0425
Car arrangements for a trip to France, discussing vehicle specifications and the opportunity to test stronger springs.23th Jul 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0426
Forwarding the first three daily reports for a F.W.B. Cabriolet on trial in France.22th Aug 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0427
Road test report from J. H. Henning detailing a journey to Paris and the performance of the vehicle.17th Aug 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0428
Road test report from J.H. Henning on a journey from Paris.18th Aug 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0429
Test drive report from France detailing vehicle performance on hills and in wet weather.19th Aug 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0430
Front spring failure which caused an accident to a 48-PK car in France.2nd Sep 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0431
Vehicle's braking issues, noting a pull to the right after spring replacement.20th Mar 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0432
Accident report concluding a broken spring centre bolt was the cause, not the 4-wheel brakes.27th Aug 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0433
Diagram illustrating a broken centre bolt on a front spring assembly.27th Aug 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0434
Diagram illustrating the failure of a broken centre bolt on a front spring assembly.27th Aug 1924Box 73 \ 3  scan0435
Enclosed report from Mr. Lockington on carriagebuilding.2nd Jan 1908Box 74 \ 1  scan0001
Confidential memo regarding the termination of Barker's contract and the plan to take up in-house carriagebuilding.3rd Dec 1908Box 74 \ 1  scan0002
Request for building running costs including lighting, heating, ground rent, and depreciation.16th Dec 1908Box 74 \ 1  scan0003
Letter responding to queries about building costs, including lighting, heating, ground rent and depreciation.17th Dec 1908Box 74 \ 1  scan0004
Cost analysis and expenditure report for Heating and Lighting at the Derby Works.17th Dec 1908Box 74 \ 1  scan0005
Letter from Hill Bros to Claude Johnson requesting information on insurance premiums and rates for buildings.21th Dec 1908Box 74 \ 1  scan0006
Letter outlining the particulars for a manufactory to build 100 motor bodies per annum.31th Dec 1908Box 74 \ 1  scan0007
Report cover page regarding a manufactory to build 100 motor bodies per annum.3rd Dec 1908Box 74 \ 1  scan0008
Financial summary detailing the costs for establishing a works, including building, materials, and labor, along with projected sales and profit.3rd Dec 1908Box 74 \ 1  scan0009
Breakdown of capital expenditure and working capital required.3rd Dec 1908Box 74 \ 1  scan0010
Dimensional breakdown and cost estimate for factory buildings and workshops.3rd Dec 1908Box 74 \ 1  scan0011
Summary of the value of plant equipment and materials, categorised by department and type.3rd Dec 1908Box 74 \ 1  scan0012
Breakdown of estimated weekly wages for producers and non-producers.3rd Dec 1908Box 74 \ 1  scan0013
Estimated cost and sales projection for the production of 100 car bodies per annum.5th Jan 1909Box 74 \ 1  scan0014
Quantities of different car body styles and a list of queries regarding production costs.5th Jan 1909Box 74 \ 1  scan0015
Outlining business costs, expenditures, and pricing queries.6th Jan 1909Box 74 \ 1  scan0016
Letter from Thos. S. L. Lockington acknowledging the receipt of payment for a report on the Carnall Building.6th Jan 1909Box 74 \ 1  scan0017
Letter to Claude Johnson regarding the cost and profit calculation for car bodies and extra items.14th Jan 1909Box 74 \ 1  scan0018
Letter discussing the capital requirements and potential profits for building car bodies in-house.19th Jan 1909Box 74 \ 1  scan0019
Financial report from Ernest A Claremont Esq. detailing required ground, capital, and projected costs and profits for a project.19th Jan 1909Box 74 \ 1  scan0020
Strategic decision of whether to engage in carriage building or focus solely on chassis production.19th Jan 1909Box 74 \ 1  scan0021
Letter to Ernest A. Claremont Esq discussing a descending scale of prices for car bodies and arrangements with various coachbuilders.5th Feb 1910Box 74 \ 1  scan0022
The design issues of the Monte Carlo Car's splashers and windscreen, including comparative wing dimensions of other models.5th Feb 1910Box 74 \ 1  scan0023
Letter discussing the unsatisfactory condition of a trials car's body and seats, with recommendations for improved rims and tyres.6th Jun 1910Box 74 \ 1  scan0024
Letter to Claude Johnson regarding the issues with studded tyres and the preference for an old, comfortable car body over a finished one.6th Jun 1910Box 74 \ 1  scan0025
Letter from C.S. Rolls to C.J. regarding the quality of car bodywork and suggesting an in-house body department.12th Jul 1910Box 74 \ 1  scan0026
Difficulties in perfecting coachwork, contrasting the artistic nature of bodywork with the mechanical nature of chassis construction.14th Jul 1910Box 74 \ 1  scan0027
Departmental memo discussing the company's coachwork strategy, comparing English and French suppliers, and outlining future design improvement plans.14th Jul 1910Box 74 \ 1  scan0028
Coachwork design improvements, successful past models, and future body design strategy.10th Jun 1910Box 74 \ 1  scan0029
Difficulties and potential benefits of establishing an in-house coachbuilding factory.10th Jun 1910Box 74 \ 1  scan0030
Continuation page discussing the financial unviability of undertaking in-house bodywork for the company's high-class chassis.10th Jun 1910Box 74 \ 1  scan0031
Letter discussing body alterations and the design and ventilation of car seat cushions.12th Aug 1910Box 74 \ 1  scan0032
Letter discussing vehicle shock absorber settings and a comparison of a proposed spring system against the Lanchester patent.12th Aug 1910Box 74 \ 1  scan0033
Departmental memo outlining actions and communications regarding car cushions.15th Aug 1910Box 74 \ 1  scan0034
List of suggestions for coachbuilders regarding vehicle design and fittings.24th Aug 1910Box 74 \ 1  scan0035
Advice regarding removable side doors to combat excess engine heat in warm weather.8th Sep 1910Box 74 \ 1  scan0036
Use of aluminium for metal roofs on car bodies.1st Oct 1910Box 74 \ 1  scan0037
Typed memo discussing Brake Horse Power (B.HP) measurements and the 1913 car.1st Oct 1910Box 74 \ 1  scan0038
Difficulties of fixing car bodies, referencing Daimler's methods and the unreliability of rubber.9th Nov 1910Box 74 \ 1  scan0039
Construction of an aluminium and felt roof, comparing the properties of aluminium to wood.29th Nov 1910Box 74 \ 1  scan0040
Note about using aluminium and felt as a liner for a wood roof to counteract moisture absorption.29th Nov 1910Box 74 \ 1  scan0041
Unsuitability of the current chassis for long bodies and the need for a special bus chassis.6th Dec 1910Box 74 \ 1  scan0042
Typed internal memo agreeing to the suggestion of using a draughtsman for body drawings at Derby.28th Dec 1910Box 74 \ 1  scan0043


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