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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 comparing the safety performance of Stanwell, Goodyear, and Firestone tyre rims when driving with a deflated tyre.19th May 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0019
Merits of Goodyear rims over Firestone and the plan to standardize them for both English and American chassis.19th May 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0020
Anti-theft measures and an analysis of different wheel types and their popularity.2nd Dec 1919Box 78 \ 2  scan0021
Cover note attaching a copy of a letter from America referenced NHM-4018.5th Aug 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0022
Letter from Rolls-Royce of America regarding the supply of American Michelin Disc Wheels and Disteel Wheels.22th Jul 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0023
Letter from Rolls-Royce America to the UK regarding the order and specifications of Disteel wheels and hubs.16th Aug 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0024
Letter from Rolls-Royce of America regarding an order for a set of 6 Disteel Wheels and the details of the hubs.23th Aug 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0025
Shipment status of Disteel wheels and the inspection of Michelin wheels.6th Oct 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0026
The American Budd Wheel from Philadelphia, P.A., U.S.A.1st Apr 1921Box 78 \ 2  scan0027
Assessment report on the design and production suitability of the Disteel Wheel.1st Apr 1921Box 78 \ 2  scan0028
Request for a report in triplicate regarding Michelin & Disteel Wheels, following a letter from America.24th Mar 1921Box 78 \ 2  scan0029
Letter from the American branch regarding customer inquiries and concerns about untested Michelin (Budd) and Disteel wheels.4th Mar 1921Box 78 \ 2  scan0030
Comparing American Budd and Disteel wheels with standard Michelin disc wheels.1st Apr 1921Box 78 \ 2  scan0031
On the performance of Michelin Budd wheels, detailing issues with noise, buckling, and steering in crosswinds.29th Sep 1921Box 78 \ 2  scan0032
Design, materials, and operation of the lever and gate for the Goshawk III 4-speed gearbox.1st Sep 1924Box 78 \ 2  scan0033
Continuation page of a document discussing whether aluminium bronze can be soldered.27th May 1925Box 78 \ 2  scan0034
Responding to a query about the comparability of braking units and servo diagrams.27th May 1925Box 78 \ 2  scan0035
Page 2 of an experimental report detailing corrections to servo efficiency figures and presenting new data from a more efficient servo.7th May 1925Box 78 \ 2  scan0036
Servo braking efficiency and distribution for the 'India' unit.27th May 1925Box 78 \ 2  scan0037
Correcting an assumption about braking units and pedal pressure in relation to car weight.27th May 1925Box 78 \ 2  scan0038
The servo efficiency of front wheel brakes for the 'India' model.25th Sep 1924Box 78 \ 2  scan0039
Modifications to the brake system leverage and distribution.25th Sep 1924Box 78 \ 2  scan0040
On the specifications of the 'India' servo, with a request to fit these parts to two other cars for testing.14th Jul 1925Box 78 \ 2  scan0041
Departmental memo with a diagram illustrating a test rig for a car's spring shackle.1st Jun 1910Box 78 \ 2  scan0042
Instruction sheet with handwritten notes on component weights and a dimensional sketch of a bracket.2nd Oct 1910Box 78 \ 2  scan0043
Instruction sheet with weight calculations for a spring clip list.3rd Oct 1910Box 78 \ 2  scan0044
Test results for rear front spring links showing deflection under various weights.15th Dec 1910Box 78 \ 2  scan0045
Requesting a drawing alteration to increase clearance between the front spring shackle and the engine side guard.13th Sep 1911Box 78 \ 2  scan0046
Meeting minute discussing the use of bronze or white metal instead of fibre for bushes in road springs and shackles.17th Jan 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0047
Decision to fit Indian and Colonial cars with bronze bushes.5th Feb 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0048
Rear springing issue where a spring clip fouls a bolt, and a proposed solution from Mr Royce.5th Feb 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0049
Letter from the Paris Depot about a cracked double spring link and seizing bolts in fibre bushes.7th May 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0050
Departmental memo concerning a broken spring link on chassis 1711 for Mortimer Singer.8th May 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0051
Lord Northcliffe's car, which has broken down in Gravesend with a broken spring shackle.8th May 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0052
Departmental memo regarding a potentially faulty rear spring bracket that has fractured on two vehicles, questioning if it has been strengthened and should be replaced on all cars.10th May 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0053
Departmental memo regarding a broken near side double spring link from chassis 1758, for examination and a decision on free replacement.13th May 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0054
To Mr. Cowne regarding a broken double shackle link on Lord Northcliffe's car, chassis 1758.13th May 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0055
Failure of Lord Northcliffe's car due to a broken spring shackle and the subsequent inquiry.16th May 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0056
Departmental memo requesting further details on a report about a double spring link.17th May 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0057
Departmental memo to Mr. Barrington regarding a broken spring link on Mortimer Singer's car, chassis 1711.22th May 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0058
Departmental memo regarding sending a broken double spring link with associated papers.22th May 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0059
Requesting that all correspondence regarding Lord Northcliffe be sent to Mr. Barrington for a decision.22th May 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0060
Departmental memo attaching correspondence concerning a spring shackle for Lord Northcliffe's car (1758).23th May 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0061
Report on the breaking of spring brackets on several cars.29th May 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0062
Departmental memo regarding the failure of a rear spring bracket on Mortimer-Singer's and Duveen's chassis.29th May 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0063
Experiments into component failures, considering changing fibre bushes to bronze and increasing spring shackle clearance.16th Apr 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0064
Experimental rear spring link. Test to destruction.29th May 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0065
Instructions for a stress test on a front shackle of rear springs to understand failure points.29th May 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0066
Twisting test conducted on a broken front link of a rear spring.7th Jun 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0067
Page 2 of a report detailing a bending test on a link, noting twisting, fracture, and test setup difficulties.7th Jun 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0068
Method and result of a stress test on a mechanical link, which fractured after 10 reversals.7th Jun 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0069
Analysis of stress tests on a link, comparing twisting and bending forces as the cause of fractures.7th Jun 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0070
Analysis of material failures, comparing fractures from high-stress bench tests to those occurring from repeated low-stress on the road.7th Jun 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0071
Concluding statement on neat and clean fractures which occurred on the road.7th Jun 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0072
Departmental memo to Mr Wormald chasing a report on a broken spring link.7th Jun 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0073
The investigation into the failure of rear spring links on chassis 1758 (Northcliffe).10th Jun 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0074
Confirming Mr. Royce's decision on the material composition and clearance for road-spring bushes.10th Jun 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0075
Clearance specifications in spring shackles for various spring types.26th Jun 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0076
Test report on spring shackle clearance to address a knocking issue.3rd Apr 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0077
Short typed note regarding a slack pin and end play, with a handwritten memo about its distribution.3rd Apr 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0078
Reminder to order enamelled iron instruction plates regarding clearance in road spring bushes for the Repair Shop.12th Jun 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0079
Departmental memorandum regarding testing and recommendations for spring shackle clearance.3rd Jul 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0080
Examination of Lord Northcliffe's car's spring links and spring eyes.17th Jul 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0081
Departmental memo concerning failures and clearance issues in spring link bushes on over 300 cars.31th Aug 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0082
Departmental memo discussing the cost of changing bushes and a report of a broken rear spring link.9th Sep 1911Box 78 \ 2  scan0083
Memo outlining a plan to arrange a part replacement for customers via agents, including logistical and training requirements.6th Sep 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0084
To Mr. Royce about a recurring failure of a rear spring link on Chassis 1711.31th Aug 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0085
Types of bushes fitted to various chassis ranges.11th Mar 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0086
Copy of Mr. Royce's remarks concerning Fibre Bushes.12th Sep 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0087
Instructions from Mr. Johnson regarding a plan to alter fibre bushes for customers.12th Sep 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0088
The procedure for reaming out bushes and supplying suitable reamers.2nd Sep 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0089
Departmental memo forwarding a communication from the Indian Depot for consideration by Mr. Royce and Mr. Johnson.2nd Sep 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0090
Departmental memo detailing required alterations and performance issues with fibre bushes and carburetters on cars in India.17th Aug 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0091
Departmental memo discussing carburettor water circulation, mascot appeal, and aluminium footboards for overseas markets.22th May 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0092
Departmental memo discussing the suitability of vehicle components for hot climates.22th May 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0093
Unsuitability of fibre bushes for use in India due to climate effects on road springs and magnetos.2nd Sep 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0094
Departmental memo discussing standing orders for repair shops and an issue with a magneto.3rd May 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0095
Decision from Mr Royce to increase the clearance on pins in spring bushes to prevent breakages caused by stress.27th Sep 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0096
Issue with expanding fibre bushes and arrangements for their correction.26th Sep 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0097
Note concerning front spring links and related parts.26th Sep 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0098
Instruction to use steel washers for end play in front horns.2nd Dec 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0099
Investigation into a knocking noise caused by spring bush clearance on Chassis No. 1560.9th Apr 1913Box 78 \ 2  scan0100
Typed internal memo discussing a complaint about a knock in a car.9th Apr 1913Box 78 \ 2  scan0101
Correct explanation for a noise, questioning whether it originates from spring bushes, spring shackles, or the car body.28th Apr 1913Box 78 \ 2  scan0102
Departmental memo regarding a rattling noise from the front spring shackles on car 2087E.6th May 1913Box 78 \ 2  scan0103
Rattling noise from the front spring shackles on car No. 2087E.7th May 1913Box 78 \ 2  scan0104
From F.H.R. to Mr Wormald regarding clearance specifications for front spring shackles.14th May 1913Box 78 \ 2  scan0105
Query about inserting a washer in front spring shackles to prevent rattling noise.20th May 1913Box 78 \ 2  scan0106
Departmental memo regarding a rattling noise from front spring shackles on chassis No.2087E.20th May 1913Box 78 \ 2  scan0107
Departmental memo regarding a customer's complaint about the springing slack on chassis No. 1560.11th Jun 1913Box 78 \ 2  scan0108
Customer report on front spring shackle slack for chassis No.1560.12th Jun 1913Box 78 \ 2  scan0109
Comments from Mr. Royce regarding a defect on Mr. R.P. Richard's chassis No. 1560.20th Jun 1913Box 78 \ 2  scan0110
From F.H.R. to C.J. regarding the slackness of spring pins to prevent seizure and breakage.30th Jun 1913Box 78 \ 2  scan0111
Discussion concerning a letter about spring link alterations and a subsequent positive customer review.30th Jun 1913Box 78 \ 2  scan0112
Note regarding a query about satisfying customer Mr. R. P. Richards concerning his chassis No 1560.1st Jul 1913Box 78 \ 2  scan0113
Response to a query about a customer's complaint regarding spring links on chassis 1560.7th Jul 1913Box 78 \ 2  scan0114
Front spring shackle wear, resulting noise, and recommendations for stronger springs.8th Jul 1913Box 78 \ 2  scan0115
Customer complaint about spring links on Chassis 1560 and its resolution by fitting heavier springs.7th Jul 1913Box 78 \ 2  scan0116
Record of experiments conducted on Sheradising components.14th Dec 1911Box 78 \ 2  scan0117
Confirming the decision to sheradize silencers and bottom exhaust boxes but not the exhaust box attached to the engine.1st Jul 1912Box 78 \ 2  scan0118


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