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).
Status report on vehicle testing and development projects for various car models.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 123\4\ scan0320 | |
| Date | 2nd April 1937 | |
| -2- Rm{William Robotham - Chief Engineer}/FD.{Frank Dodd - Bodies}13/AP.2.4.37. 4¼ Litre Bentley 1.B.1V. Brake tests. 3.B.1V. Undergoing 15,000 miles test in France. 5.B.1V. Tests on conventional suspension development with low rating springs and braking tests. 6.B.1V. Now running 15,000 miles test in France. B.23.AE. Development of engine mounting and exhaust system. B.56.BN.{W.O. Bentley / Mr Barrington} Tests with radiator and grille with thermostat riding and body mounting tests with coupé body. ---------- Wraith 24.G.6. Development of chassis. 25.G.6. Now having the body mounted to the chassis in the experimental garage. ---------- Other Cars. Packard. 8 cylinder. Aero transport car. Chevrolet. 6 cylinder engine investigation. ---------- Cars unlicensed - used as test rigs. Vulture 29.EX. Peregrine SP.{Mr Spinney}2. Phantom III. 30.EX. Cars disposed of since last report. Cadillac. ---------- Rm{William Robotham - Chief Engineer}/FD.{Frank Dodd - Bodies} | ||