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 work in hand for various experimental cars.
Identifier | ExFiles\Box 123\4\ scan0321 | |
Date | 2nd April 1937 guessed | |
10H21 EXPERIMENTAL CARS - WORK IN HAND. 1.B.IV. Tests on brake linings and rear axle noise concerning complaints from K.{Mr Kilner} 3.B.IV. In France has done 5963 miles. 4.B.IV. 5.B.IV. Ignition Governor tests and steering experiments with large section tyres. Rear Axle noise and brake tests. 6.B.IV. In France has done 11,962 miles. -------------------- 30-EX. Dyno. test of 100 hours on overdrive now completed 64 hours. 32-EX. Engine mountings, oil consumption. 33-EX. In Fitting Shop for engine overhaul and several up-to-date features. 34-EX. Going to Hoopers for alum. body. 35-EX. In France, has done 15162 miles. 36-EX. Radiator tests re customers' complaints. 37-EX. Clutch and hot starting troubles. 38-EX. Used by Sales. 39-EX. New car. -------------------- | ||