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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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Complaints and an investigation into faulty steering on trials car 1.LW.26th Jan 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0219
Unstable steering issues, particularly when driving on tram lines, and proposed modifications to the rear suspension.26th Jan 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0220
Follow-up inquiry to a customer in France regarding damaged shock absorber parts and a request for a vehicle condition report.26th Jan 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0221
Steering of cars at high speeds, considering factors like rear springs, body type, and weight distribution.27th Jan 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0222
Suspension, steering geometry, and wheel wobble on a racing car.27th Jan 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0223
Modifications to the rear springs and steering system to prevent rolling and improve control.27th Jan 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0224
Front shock absorber ball ends coming loose on two different chassis during road testing and use.27th Jan 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0225
Letter discussing the mysterious failure of a shock absorber lever and requesting details on the incident.28th Jan 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0226
Instructions for testing shock absorbers and addressing steering control issues with clips and plates on the rear spring.6th Aug 1919Box 78 \ 2  scan0227
Letter discussing vehicle testing, mileage targets, piston knock issues, and a comparison with another vehicle.6th Aug 1919Box 78 \ 2  scan0228
Typed memo discussing a shock absorber lever failure and the logistics of getting replacement parts.28th Jan 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0229
Instructions for T.H. Maddocks regarding the transport of car 2.EX to Nice for springing trials.28th Jan 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0230
Status report on the components of the 2.EX Chassis, detailing wear, performance, and mileage.28th Jan 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0231
Issues with rear shock absorbers, including loosening levers and bolt stretching on test rigs and a car.2nd Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0232
High workload on rear shock absorbers and the potential to reduce friction by abandoning split springs.2nd Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0233
Letter discussing vehicle handling issues with shock absorbers and investigating an elusive engine knock.2nd Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0234
Typed letter page about an engine complaint that occurs at low speeds without load.6th Aug 1919Box 78 \ 2  scan0235
Urgent memo to halt the manufacturing of specific rear shock absorber parts due to test failures.3rd Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0236
Split rear spring failure during testing and the resulting investigation into leaf spring squeaking and friction.1st Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0237
Testing a chassis with split springs, noting the effects of greasing them and issues with rolling and swaying.13th Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0238
Extract listing items and modifications to be fitted to a trials car chassis for America.2nd Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0239
Need for a more reliable fixing for shock damper levers, proposing a serrated fit for testing.4th Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0240
Instructions from Mr. Royce regarding the discontinuation of splitting rear springs and the design of new shock absorber springs.6th Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0241
Telegram from Mr. Royce with instructions about discontinuing split rear springs and fitting shock dampers.6th Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0242
The ongoing tests and historical findings comparing split springs and solid springs for vehicle suspension.9th Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0243
Suspension testing, covering split springs, shock absorbers, and their effect on vehicle handling.9th Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0244
Repositioning of the rear shock absorber lubricator to prevent it from fouling the brake cover.9th Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0245
Daily log of a vehicle road test and associated maintenance work on chassis 2.EX.11th Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0246
Daily log of vehicle maintenance, test runs, and performance observations.11th Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0247
Potential sideways flexing of the rear shock absorber lever and the need to stiffen it.2nd Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0248
Sending of blueprints for an experimental spring for a shock damper, related to the 40/50 Chassis.1st Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0249
Confirming that shock absorbers for car 1-LW will be sent to Mr. Birkett for fixing.16th Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0250
The failure of split rear springs tested on a bumping rig.16th Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0251
Solutions for broken split leaf springs and proposing the use of clips to prevent future failures.16th Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0252
Failures of split rear springs during testing on a bumping rig.16th Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0253
Telegram transcript detailing road tests of springs and shock absorbers on cars for Mr. Salamanca and Lord Rocksavage.17th Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0254
Difficulties and process for fitting shock absorber ball ends to chassis 1-LW.20th Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0255
The issues encountered while fitting shock absorbers to chassis 1.LW.19th Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0256
Steering and road holding issues, recommending rear shock dampers and discussing the impact of split springs.20th Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0257
Continued report on steering issues, attributing problems to tyres and road conditions rather than split rear springs.20th Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0258
Car's handling at high speed and its condition, including split springs, after 3,000 miles.20th Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0259
Fitment of rear shock absorbers and potential fouling of mudguard stays on a London Trials car.24th Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0260
Difficulties and proposed solutions for fitting new type rear shock absorbers to existing cars.24th Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0261
Issues and solutions for a shock absorber lever's fitting on a bump rig.24th Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0262
The supply and fitting of non-standardised shock absorber parts for Lord Rocksavage's car.25th Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0263
Trial of rear shock absorbers for car 19-LW.25th Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0264
Modifications to the 40/50 Chassis shock absorber required by Mr. Royce, including blueprints and dimensional changes.1st Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0265
Complaint about Lord Rocksavage's car, leading to a decision to fit shock dampers.26th Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0266
The creation of Coachbuilders' Drawings for non-standard shock absorbers, body fitting, wing brackets, and luggage grids.27th Feb 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0267
Proposal for a standard luggage grid bracket, which has been put on hold.2nd Mar 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0268
Inquiring about the completion of instructions and the manufacturing release status for shock absorbers.2nd Mar 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0269
The testing of shock absorbers on cars 1.LW and 19-LW, detailing issues and further experimental work.2nd Mar 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0270
Standardization and fitting of rear shock absorbers to post-war chassis.2nd Mar 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0271
Information on the fitting of rear shock absorbers and the issuing of related drawings.1st Mar 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0272
Fitting new shock absorbers to specific chassis and the impact this has on luggage grid brackets.1st Mar 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0273
Cover memo attaching correspondence regarding shock absorbers.2nd Mar 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0274
Noise from new rear shock absorbers on a trials car and a proposed solution.2nd Mar 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0275
The halt of slotting inner plates of shock absorbers pending further tests on clearance.3rd Mar 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0276
Inquiring if instructions for shock absorbers are complete and if all parts are released for manufacture.2nd Mar 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0277
Parts held up for production after chassis 1000, specifically the switchbox, shock absorber, and wiring.1st Mar 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0278
Sending two blueprints for an experimental rear shock absorber set for a 40/50 chassis.4th Mar 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0279
List of modifications and parts to be fitted to a trials car for the American Company.1st Mar 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0280
Extract listing proposed additional items and modifications for the trials car for the American Company.1st Mar 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0281
Ongoing experimental stages of shock absorbers, including design alterations and performance issues.3rd Mar 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0282
Responding to Mr. Salamanca's criticisms on the design and fitting of rear shock absorbers.9th Mar 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0283
Telegram received about shock absorbers for Lord Rocksavage's car, 12.LW.12th Mar 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0284
Extract detailing a broken rear-side shock absorber and an engine misfire investigation.12th Mar 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0285
Recommendation to continue producing chassis shock absorber plates to the original drawings.15th Mar 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0286
Compromise on the design of teeth in friction plates to expedite the production of shock absorbers.15th Mar 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0287
The difficulty of fitting rear shock absorbers and recommending a new drop-forged cantilever be fitted to all cars.16th Mar 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0288
Broken square type shock absorber lever on a 2.EX Car, noting it is to be replaced by the serrated lever type.16th Mar 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0289
Instructions for fitting a small bracket for the rear shock absorber and updating the relevant parts list.16th Mar 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0290
Extract from Le Canadel reporting a repeat failure of an offside shock absorber lever on chassis 2.EX.17th Mar 1922Box 78 \ 2  scan0291
Notifying Mr Clark of the receipt of felt washers and springs from various suppliers.19th Mar 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0292
Comparing the load characteristics of two different rear shock absorber springs.23th Mar 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0293
Test results for rear shock absorbers, showing loads under different component limit combinations.26th Mar 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0294
Telegram confirming the successful fitting of shock absorbers to Lord Rocksavage's car.29th Mar 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0295
Fitting of a small cantilever for shock absorbers on new and previously delivered chassis.30th Mar 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0296
Production hold-up due to the fitting of rear shock absorbers on chassis after number 1000.30th Mar 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0297
The 10,000-mile test of the 2EX chassis, listing parts for standardisation.9th Apr 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0298
List of experimental parts and modifications for a 40/50 Chassis.15th Apr 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0299
Cost allocation for fitting new rear shock absorbers to a customer's car.16th Apr 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0300
Policy regarding the charge for fitting rear shock absorbers to Lord Rocksavage's car.19th Apr 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0301
Alterations to blueprints for a shock absorber rotor and lever for the 40/50 chassis.1st Apr 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0302
Log sheet detailing the hours and minutes run during a Bumper Test for shock absorbers and a chassis.19th Apr 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0303
Complaint regarding front shock absorber ball ends coming loose on a delivered chassis.26th Apr 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0304
Shock absorbers and rear springs for the American Trials Car, chassis 229LW.4th May 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0305
The assembly, lubrication, and loading of new rear shock absorbers.10th May 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0306
Test report detailing the performance of rear shock absorbers under various component tolerance conditions.26th Mar 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0307
Investigating the cause of squeaking and grunting rear shock absorbers on a 49-GB car.14th May 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0308
Recommendation to modify the rear spring's bottom plate to increase clearance for the rear shock absorbers.28th May 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0309
Decision to delay fitting rear shock dampers and instead focus on perfecting springs.8th Jun 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0310
To cease work on rear shock absorbers due to design uncertainties, with an exception to complete 50 pairs for stock.10th Jun 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0311
Noise from rear shock absorbers being proportional to the amount of friction on the first stage.18th Jun 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0312
Shock damper performance regarding grease loss and potential design improvements.22th Jun 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0313
Proposal to use a graphite-impregnated cotton material from Messrs. Frood for rear shock absorbers to replace the existing red fibre.28th Jul 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0314
Proposal to test alternative friction plate materials from Ferodo Co. for the rear shock absorber.29th Jul 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0315
Status and material supply for various held-up parts on the 'N' and 'O' series.4th Aug 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0316
Update on the experimental status of frictional material for the chassis rear shock absorber.10th Aug 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0317
Comparing the springing and ride quality of the 1.EX and 6.EX experimental cars.20th Aug 1920Box 78 \ 2  scan0318


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