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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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Continued report on vehicle mileage, petrol consumption, and a piston knock issue.4th Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0131
Extract listing components and modifications for a trials car for the American company.4th Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0132
Cover memo attaching a telegram regarding piston rattles in Car CJ6 during 10,000 miles trials.5th Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0133
Telegram reporting serious continuous piston rattles in chassis X.3443-2EX.5th Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0134
Piston rattles on the 2.EX Car caused by carbon binding.6th Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0135
Proposed part upgrades and adjustments for the 2.EX 10,000-mile test car.8th Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0136
Fixing piston rattles on car 2.EX, including a telegram to be sent to the mechanic.1st Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0137
Field report letter detailing issues with pistons, a shock absorber, and ignition on chassis 2EX.12th Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0138
Car's performance, detailing mileage, fuel consumption, a faulty shock absorber, and positive feedback on the engine.15th Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0139
Wire request to Maddocks regarding piston clearance on chassis 2.EX.15th Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0140
Cause and potential cures for piston rattles.16th Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0141
Confirmation of a telegram from Royce regarding engine rattles, with a suggested fix for the pistons.16th Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0142
Piston rattles on a 2.EX Car and a potential manufacturing error.17th Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0143
Letter from T.H. Maddocks detailing vehicle faults including a broken shock absorber and pitted ignition points on chassis 2EX.17th Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0144
Piston modifications, suggesting a return to a pre-war practice without waiting for a full 10,000-mile test.18th Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0145
Confirmation of a telegram regarding engine piston modifications to prevent rattles due to carbon deposits.16th Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0146
Problem of piston rattles in certain cars and seeking a resolution.18th Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0147
Telegram to Maddocks in Nice regarding an experimental car and pistons clearance.18th Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0148
Telegram from Hives to Maddocks in France, inquiring about solutions for piston binding and what oil was used.19th Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0149
Summarizing a conference on the causes and observations of piston rattles in engines.22th Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0150
Piston rattles, clearances, different piston types, and the effects of lubricating oils.22th Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0151
Piston rattle issues, recommending against immediate modification and suggesting further investigation.22th Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0152
Page discussing production modifications, including increased piston clearance as recommended by Mr. Royce.22th Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0153
The standardization and supply of split aluminium pistons for the American Company's trials car.25th Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0154
Cause of an 'elusive knock' being a gudgeon pin knock and potential experimental solutions.27th Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0155
The design and ring configuration for aluminium pistons in car engines.29th Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0156
Arrangement of split aluminium pistons for the American trials car, 22-LW.29th Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0157
Fitting of new split aluminium pistons for an American trials car, designated 22-LW.30th Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0158
The standardisation sheet for a modified aluminum split piston.9th Apr 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0159
Test report and approval sheet for a modified type of aluminium split piston.20th Jan 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0160
Modified type of aluminium split piston.19th Jan 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0161
Approving a modification for piston rattles on the 10,000 Miles Trials Car.16th Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0162
Copy of a telegram from Mr. Royce regarding a solution for piston tightness due to carbon deposit.15th Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0163
Standardization of a new eccentric walled piston following a successful 10,000-mile test run.29th Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0164
Performance report on modified aluminium split pistons after extensive mileage tests.8th Apr 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0165
Testing and standardisation of modified aluminium split pistons.8th Apr 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0166
From CJ to Hs agreeing to a previous memo about modified aluminium split pistons.9th Apr 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0167
The 2.EX Chassis 10,000-mile test, concerning a battery issue and a list of parts proposed for standardisation.9th Apr 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0168
Continued report on piston design, discussing clearances, engine stiffness, and gas leakage issues.12th Apr 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0169
Piston design, gas leakage, and the effectiveness of different types of piston rings and materials.2nd Apr 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0170
Comparison of horsepower (HP) taken on an engine with cast iron vs. aluminium pistons, and a second test with varying numbers of piston rings.12th Apr 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0171
Investigation into the causes and occurrences of piston rattles.13th Apr 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0172
Continued document discussing the issuance of a Standardisation Sheet and a report from Mr. Hives on a production modification.13th Apr 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0173
Extract detailing a list of parts and modifications for a car destined for West Wittering.19th Apr 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0174
From JS to HS regarding papers about fitting two extra rings to pistons, sent to Mr. Johnson.21th Apr 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0175
Standardisation of chassis parts by fitting two extra rings to the pistons to prevent carbon deposit.14th Apr 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0176
Copy of a telegram from Mr. Royce regarding a solution for piston tightness due to carbon deposit.15th Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0177
The investigation of piston rattles, detailing various test cases and outcomes.13th Feb 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0178
Recommendations for fitting extra piston rings to prevent piston rattles and improve gas tightness.9th Feb 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0179
Piston rattles due to carbon accumulation, comparing cast iron and aluminium pistons, and suggesting design changes.20th Apr 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0180
Engine faults and recommending the standardisation of pistons with extra rings to resolve them.20th Apr 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0181
Report page detailing engine issues with the ignition system, piston leakage, and carburation.6th Aug 1919Box 77 \ 3  scan0182
Standardisation sheet for a new type of piston.24th Apr 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0183
Confirming the standardisation of modified aluminium split pistons after successful testing.27th Apr 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0184
Approving preparations for the introduction of modified aluminium split pistons, pending a continuous engine test.19th Apr 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0185
From R. to C.J. regarding a proposed modification to make aluminium split pistons thicker.14th Apr 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0186
Delay of the 6.EX replacement car and a list of new parts being fitted.28th May 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0187
List of experimental parts being prepared for fitting to car 6.EX.28th Jun 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0188
Observations and improvements on various components of chassis 6.EX.17th Jul 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0189
Modifications made to experimental car 1.EX and proposing its transport to West Wittering.1st Aug 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0190
Unfavorable comparison of post-war car horsepower and acceleration with pre-war models.10th Sep 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0191
Report comparing high and low compression engines, detailing issues with over-oiling, piston gas-tightness, and proposing modifications.10th Sep 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0192
Impact of gear ratios and tyre sizes on car performance.10th Sep 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0193
Performance issues and potential design improvements for split type pistons.12th Dec 1919Box 77 \ 3  scan0194
Overcoming piston knocks, the impact of a moulders' strike on production, and recommending the consideration of cast iron pistons.12th Dec 1919Box 77 \ 3  scan0195
Advantages and disadvantages of using cast iron pistons over aluminium pistons.12th Dec 1919Box 77 \ 3  scan0196
The reliability of aluminium pistons compared to cast iron, noting disintegration troubles faced by other manufacturers.12th Dec 1919Box 77 \ 3  scan0197
Copy of a telegram from Mr. Royce regarding piston design and production.19th Dec 1919Box 77 \ 3  scan0198
Development and testing of cast iron pistons as an alternative to aluminium pistons.19th Dec 1919Box 77 \ 3  scan0199
Testing strategy for various piston materials and designs, including aluminium, cast iron, and Zephyr split pistons.22th Dec 1919Box 77 \ 3  scan0200
Development and testing of various piston designs, including issues with flexibility, seizure, and over-oiling.29th Dec 1919Box 77 \ 3  scan0201
Successful cast iron pistons and sending a sample to West Wittering.31th Dec 1919Box 77 \ 3  scan0202
Clarifying the success of E.4237 cast iron pistons is due to the omission of the E.3028 stiffening plate.2nd Jan 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0203
Critique of a submitted cast iron piston design and a proposal for a new trunk-type piston for testing.6th Jan 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0204
Testing of Ricardo and Zephyr type pistons in different materials.1st Jan 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0205
The modification of a cast iron piston for testing purposes.7th Jan 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0206
Recommendation to adopt a new design of split aluminium piston.17th Jan 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0207
Plan to fit cast iron pistons to trial cars for comparison with existing aluminium pistons.17th Jan 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0208
Bulk production and redesign of pistons, including split pistons and cast iron alternatives.21th Jan 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0209
Testing and performance of split cast iron pistons.24th Jan 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0210
Risk of seizure in standard cast iron pistons after repair.24th Jan 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0211
Proposal of a new solid type piston design (drawing N.3509) for repair cars.18th Feb 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0212
Confirming Mr. Royce's approval of a cast iron split piston design with a requested alteration to the saw-cut.23th Feb 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0213
Blueprints for an urgent experimental set of Cast Iron Split Pistons for Pre-War Engines.26th Feb 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0214
Adoption of split aluminium pistons for repair work and investigating a related engine knock.26th Feb 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0215
Proposal to bring the 4.EX experimental chassis for testing, detailing its new features.27th Feb 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0216
New split-type cast iron repair pistons requiring testing and sanction before standard use.1st Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0217
Questioning whether new cast-iron pistons for repair work will be thoroughly tested.1st Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0218
Road testing requirements for cast iron repair pistons.1st Mar 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0219
Engine over-oiling complaints from the U.S.A., related to piston ring design.8th Jun 1921Box 77 \ 3  scan0220
Recommendation to fit aluminium pistons instead of cast iron to prevent detonations and seizing.8th Jun 1921Box 77 \ 3  scan0221
Cast Iron split piston for short connecting rods.1st Jan 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0222
New cast iron piston design (N.3080) and a modified version (N.2965) for short connecting rods.1st Jan 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0223
Explaining why piston rings on Cast Iron Pistons are not carried as far down as on aluminium pistons.9th Jan 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0224
Cancelling further work on the Cast Iron Piston N.3080.21th Jan 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0225
Diagonal web scraper piston in cast iron with a spring skirt.13th Jan 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0226
Comparative wear on cylinder bores caused by aluminium versus cast iron pistons.12th Apr 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0227
Persevering with aluminium pistons versus returning to cast iron pistons, citing issues from 1914.12th Apr 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0228
Piston troubles, comparing aluminium and split cast iron pistons, and a recommended repair procedure.12th Apr 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0229
Piston clearances, piston knock, engine stiffness, and gas leakage issues.12th Apr 1920Box 77 \ 3  scan0230


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