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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).
Engine cleanliness issues and the feasibility of an under tray for the Wraith model.

Identifier  ExFiles\Box 108\2\  scan0241
Date  18th May 1939
  
600 hold W ALLER

To Rm.{William Robotham - Chief Engineer}.. from Rm{William Robotham - Chief Engineer}/GWH.{George W. Hancock - Head Chateauroux}
Rm{William Robotham - Chief Engineer}/GWH.{George W. Hancock - Head Chateauroux}11/N.18.5.39

Wraith - Engine Cleanliness.

I have made enquiries at N. regarding the question of dirty Wraith engines. There has been one or two comments from Chauffeurs, but no definite Owners complaint.

Stones have been found under the bonnet which have been thrown up through the aperture between engine and radiator on cars returned from abroad.

Having had a look at the situation, the fitting of an under tray is rather complicated, owing to the close proximity of the steering gear.

Rm{William Robotham - Chief Engineer}/GWH.{George W. Hancock - Head Chateauroux}
  
  


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