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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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Clarifying a reference number confusion and requesting the intended experiment for a set of washers.30th Sep 1913Box 79 \ 2  scan0070
The request for drawings of Tricou Shock Absorbers and the resulting delay.14th Oct 1913Box 79 \ 2  scan0071
The issuance of fitting instructions for Triou Shock Absorbers X709.18th Oct 1913Box 79 \ 2  scan0072
Production card for an additional two Triou Shock Absorber forgings.8th Nov 1913Box 79 \ 2  scan0073
Note specifying the weight of a set of Trious Shock Absorbers.18th Jan 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0074
Instruction sheet for an alteration regarding Iriou & Houdaille Shock Absorbers.5th Mar 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0075
Note detailing a broken bracket during testing, which is delaying the testing of shock absorbers until stronger replacements are supplied.6th Mar 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0076
Failed bracket on Triou Shock Absorbers during testing and requesting a stronger replacement.7th Mar 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0077
Clarifying a request for shock absorbers, comparing Houdaille and Triou types to the company's own hydraulic system.9th Mar 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0078
Instruction sheet detailing alterations to a List of Parts (LOP) for the Irion & Houdaille Shock Absorber.10th Mar 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0079
Querying missing instructions for reinforced axle brackets for Triou shock absorbers.10th Mar 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0080
Performance of Triou Shock Absorbers on car No. 2300.12th Mar 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0081
Standardisation of one-way hydraulic shock absorbers for fitting to the rear of the car.18th Mar 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0082
Responding to a query about the testing of Triou shock absorbers.7th Apr 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0083
Page 2 of a memorandum confirming a part has been satisfactorily fitted to a car.12th Mar 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0084
Notification of the receipt of one set of four Triou Shock Absorbers available at the Stores.9th Apr 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0085
Extract from a memo regarding a report on the ineffectiveness of Triou Shock Absorbers.31th Jul 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0086
List of experiments and modifications carried out on Chassis 2300.22th Oct 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0087
Booklet from a Mr. Anderson regarding a silencer design for potential testing.19th Jun 1920Box 79 \ 2  scan0088
Letter from R. Anderson regarding a patent vacuum producer and silencer, including test results and a license offer.12th Jun 1920Box 79 \ 2  scan0089
Using a vacuum in the exhaust pipe for a 2-stroke valveless engine.12th Jun 1920Box 79 \ 2  scan0090
Letter from a consulting engineer offering a lump sum license for a Carb-Jector apparatus and a valveless engine.5th Jan 1921Box 79 \ 2  scan0091
Description and diagrams of Hunter's Carb-Jector Silencer Apparatus for valveless two-stroke engines.21th Jan 1921Box 79 \ 2  scan0092
Letter concerning the examination of Patent No.153184 for a silencer and the potential testing of it.21th Jan 1921Box 79 \ 2  scan0093
Hand-drawn conceptual diagram for a valveless 2-stroke engine and a silent exhaust system.2nd Feb 1921Box 79 \ 2  scan0094
Letter responding to an inquiry about a patent carburetor/vacuum silencer and engine compression ratios.2nd Feb 1921Box 79 \ 2  scan0095
Letter from consulting engineer R. Anderson regarding a patented Carburettor Jector and a proposed valveless two-stroke engine.27th Jan 1921Box 79 \ 2  scan0096
Hand-drawn conceptual diagrams and notes for an internal combustion engine design.9th Feb 1921Box 79 \ 2  scan0097
Letter from Bridgehead Ltd. regarding the performance results and patent status of a new silencer design.9th Feb 1921Box 79 \ 2  scan0098
Issue of shock absorber ball ends coming loose and potential causes.28th Jan 1920Box 79 \ 2  scan0099
Technical memo discussing modifications to the exhaust pipe, rear road springs, and front shock absorber anchorage for the 40/50 HP chassis.18th May 1920Box 79 \ 2  scan0100
Modifications to a front axle forging and design considerations for the 'Vulture', 'Buzzard', and 'Condor' engines.18th Aug 1920Box 79 \ 2  scan0101
Two schemes (379 and 385) for mounting a ball end for the front shock absorber.1st Jun 1920Box 79 \ 2  scan0102
Blueprints for a ball end for the front axle shock absorber.10th Jun 1920Box 79 \ 2  scan0103
Design alterations for a front shock damper anchorage scheme.12th Jun 1920Box 79 \ 2  scan0104
Blueprints for a modification to a ball end for a front shock absorber.14th Jun 1920Box 79 \ 2  scan0105
Modifications to the front shock absorber and front axle forging.19th Jul 1920Box 79 \ 2  scan0106
Difficulty of fitting a new shock absorber ball fixing on the front axle and proposing a test.22th Apr 1920Box 79 \ 2  scan0107
Experimental modifications to the front shock absorber ball end and axle for a 40/50 chassis.13th Aug 1920Box 79 \ 2  scan0108
Modifications for the front shock absorber on a 40/50 chassis, including the dispatch of blueprints.30th Aug 1920Box 79 \ 2  scan0109
Sample silencer from Aymard Co. of Ipswich, detailing its advantages.10th May 1920Box 79 \ 2  scan0110
Letter from The Wolsey Engineering Co. Ltd. regarding a silencer sent for testing and enquiring about a potential order.11th Aug 1920Box 79 \ 2  scan0111
The testing of an Aymard Silencer compared to a standard 40/50 model.16th Dec 1920Box 79 \ 2  scan0112
Meeting minutes extract discussing a valve cap spanner and a new magneto wire bracket.20th Oct 1911Box 79 \ 2  scan0113
From Mr. Royce regarding a suggested scheme for a special spanner to remove rear axle tube nuts.1st May 1912Box 79 \ 2  scan0114
The design and supply of a suitable spanner for wheel ball caps to be included with new chassis.11th Feb 1913Box 79 \ 2  scan0115
To Mr. Royce regarding car no. 2301, seeking his opinion on a design.5th Apr 1913Box 79 \ 2  scan0116
Departmental memo regarding the supply and storage of special spanners for hubs on wire wheels.6th Mar 1913Box 79 \ 2  scan0117
Instruction to create a spanner for removing the rear wheel inner ball bearing cap and seeking Mr. Royce's opinion on the design.5th Apr 1913Box 79 \ 2  scan0118
Manufacture and design of a spanner for the rear wheel ball cap.7th Apr 1913Box 79 \ 2  scan0119
Short memo confirming the dispatch of a set of specially heat-treated Box Spanners.4th Dec 1913Box 79 \ 2  scan0120
Test on new spanners for rear axle tube nuts due to reported failures.24th Dec 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0121
The spanner for the rear axle tube nut which bends or breaks easily and requires redesigning.26th Feb 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0122
Internal memorandum discussing the inefficiency of the spanner for the rear axle tube nut.28th Feb 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0123
Query and handwritten response regarding the strength and effectiveness of a spanner for a rear axle tube nut.3rd Mar 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0124
Issues with the spanner for the rear axle tube nut, noting the pins break or bend.4th Mar 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0125
Unsatisfactory design of a valve tappet spanner and proposing a single, long-handled alternative.23th Feb 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0126
Chasing a report on a valve tappet spanner, with a handwritten response regarding its material.11th Mar 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0127
Recommending against the standard use of specific spanners for gudgeon pin grub screws due to insufficient leverage.14th Mar 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0128
Production and case hardening of a valve tappet spanner.20th Mar 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0129
Conflicting reports on a valve tappet spanner model X1119.24th Mar 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0130
And requesting a detailed drawing for a new valve tappet spanner design.5th May 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0131
New, improved tappet spanner design for standardization.27th Mar 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0132
Test report and improvement suggestions for a Gudgeon Pin Spanner.18th Jun 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0133
To Mr. Dalley providing feedback on the design of a Valve Tappet Spanner, E4372.2nd Jul 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0134
Sketches showing the design evolution of a spanner for a tappet, including suggestions and Mr. Royce's final design.2nd Jul 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0135
Outline drawings of three different spanners.24th Jun 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0136
Exchange discussing the design of a tappet spanner and whether it should lock one or two tappets at once.24th Jun 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0137
The satisfactory nature and use of a gudgeon pin locking screw spanner.25th Jun 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0138
Agreeing to the standardisation of the Tappet Spanner E4372.2nd Jul 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0139
Improved valve tappet spanner, recommending it be sent out with cars.11th Jul 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0140
Confirming agreement on the standardisation of valve tappet spanners.29th Jul 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0141
Confirming agreement on the standardisation of a Piston Pin Box Spanner.30th Jul 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0142
Need to update the car instruction book for the 40/50 chassis regarding the ignition system.15th Aug 1919Box 79 \ 2  scan0143
Changes to the tool kit for the 40/50 HP chassis.15th Aug 1919Box 79 \ 2  scan0144
Decision to supply a leather tool roll instead of a canvas one for the 40/50 HP chassis.16th Aug 1919Box 79 \ 2  scan0145
The decision to supply a leather tool roll for the 40/50 HP chassis instead of a canvas one.16th Aug 1919Box 79 \ 2  scan0146
Mr. Royce's suggestions for the tool kit, including adding an oil receptacle and the material for the tool roll.19th Aug 1919Box 79 \ 2  scan0147
Advisability of continuing to supply leather roll tool kits with every chassis.25th Oct 1918Box 79 \ 2  scan0148
Alternative design for the car's tool kit, from a three-fold to a two-fold satchel.9th Sep 1919Box 79 \ 2  scan0149
Notification detailing parts received from various suppliers for a series of experiments.23th Oct 1919Box 79 \ 2  scan0150
Supply of tool wallets for series K chassis and the status of tool trays.28th Nov 1919Box 79 \ 2  scan0151
Instruction to issue a set of spanners, tools, and spares for use on Chassis 2 X.10th Dec 1919Box 79 \ 2  scan0152
Query asking if tire levers are included as accessories with complete cars as part of the mentioned tire outfit.12th Jan 1911Box 79 \ 2  scan0153
List of spare parts supplied with a chassis.11th Feb 1910Box 79 \ 2  scan0154
List of tools, parts, and accessories with corresponding quantities and part numbers.24th Aug 1910Box 79 \ 2  scan0155
Departmental memo clarifying that tyre levers are only supplied as part of the tyre repair outfit, not with the complete car.13th Jan 1911Box 79 \ 2  scan0156
Suggesting the inclusion of a box spanner for removing piston pins in the tool kit supplied with every chassis.30th Jan 1914Box 79 \ 2  scan0157
General notes from Mr. Royce regarding alterations to the Chassis 1 EX tool kit and tools.1st Aug 1919Box 79 \ 2  scan0158
Query for Mr. Royce regarding the design and use of specific spanners and file handles in a tool kit.16th Apr 1919Box 79 \ 2  scan0159
Outlining the procedure for supplying spare parts to customers at the Works.8th Apr 1920Box 79 \ 2  scan0160
Proposed changes to the chassis tool kit and spares.27th Apr 1921Box 79 \ 2  scan0161
Discussion about the standard tool kit, the potential inclusion of a ratchet spanner, and the philosophy of tool and spare part provision for customers.23th Mar 1921Box 79 \ 2  scan0162
Proposing the removal of the Trembler Blade and Contact Screw from the 40/50 chassis spares list.23th Mar 1921Box 79 \ 2  scan0163
Process for testing and supplying an improved foot-mat accessory.20th Jun 1922Box 79 \ 2  scan0164
Sales letter from The Sphinx Manufacturing Company offering ignition plugs.22th Jul 1912Box 79 \ 2  scan0165
Record concerning Sphinx plugs with 'R.R.' printed on them.23th Jul 1912Box 79 \ 2  scan0166
Forwarding a manufacturer's letter concerning Sphinx Sparking Plugs.19th Nov 1913Box 79 \ 2  scan0167
Stating that Sphinx Sparking Plugs were previously found to be unreliable and of poor quality.15th Aug 1919Box 79 \ 2  scan0168
Visit from a representative of The Sphinx Manufacturing Co.Ltd. inquiring about a report on Sparking Plugs.27th Jun 1921Box 79 \ 2  scan0169


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