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).
Failed speedometer drive for the 4-EX car due to a worn-out bush.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 50\4\ Scan044 | |
| Date | 16th April 1923 | |
| Mr. Hives. from GWH. {George W. Hancock - Head Chateauroux} X4308 16.4.23. 4-EX CAR. R-R A.T. SPEEDOMETER DRIVE. This drive has failed - the bush where pulley shaft runs has worn completely through. This drive was oiled three weeks ago but the oil does not seem to be retained. We have handed it over to Mr. Bailey. Mileage 1,186. GWH. {George W. Hancock - Head Chateauroux} | ||