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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).
Secret memo detailing schemes for engine torque reaction dampers and ignition wiring for the 40/50 chassis.

Identifier  Morton\M22\  img263
Date  13th October 1923
  
SCHEMES FOR ENGINE TORQUE REACTION DAMPERS. 40/50

To EY. from R.{Sir Henry Royce} HS.{Lord Ernest Hives - Chair}

E.A.C. R2/M13.10.23.

c. CL. BL. S E C R E T. X.9770. X.9560. X.9950. X.4604.

We have sent you this week the following schemes (complete designs) :-

E.A.C.

Ignition wiring, shewing the complete system of battery and magneto wiring with tubes and brackets for carrying same, and the position and support for the coil on the engine.

40/50 CHASSIS.

Torque reaction dampers suitable for attachment to an existing chassis, or chassis being built, whether fitted with front wheel brakes or not.

40/50 CHASSIS.

Drawing showing modified wheelcase to give clearance for cross steering tube to suit front wheel brakes, and torque reaction dampers.

R.{Sir Henry Royce}
  
  


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