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).
List of proposed modifications and specifications for various vehicle components.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 97\1\ scan0046 | |
| Date | 9th April 1937 guessed | |
| (sheet 3) FRAME AND FITTINGS. At present box section frame with cross, will need modifications as indicated as the result of the present development work on Wraith, with reference to resonance etc. WING STAYS. To suit new radiator. FRONT APRON. " " REAR SPRINGS & FITTINGS. Springs outside frame - small eye at front end - lubricated metal bearings - provision for rubber between springs and rear axle. STEERING COLUMN & BOX. Wraith III parts where possible. A decision is required with regard to the type of steering wheel and controls, the alternatives being the Wraith existing parts, or to use the existing type of Bentley spring spoke wheel and controls on the Wraith column. SIDE STEERING TUBE. As Wraith III but shorter. PETROL TANK. 18 gallon tank, light gauge, with stone guard. PEDALS. No brazing and wider spacing - new. DASHBOARD & FLOORBOARDS. 2" wider dashboard, and floorboards revised as Wraith III - front floor will be approximately 2" lower. PETROL PIPING. 5/16" pipe - olive type joints where frequent dismantling is unnecessary. Standard S.U. twin pump unit as Wraith III - petrol filter under bonnet as Wraith III. OIL PUMP & DASHBOARD. Unaltered. OIL PIPES & FITTINGS. To suit new frame. REAR SHOCK DAMPER. Rolls-Royce with roll rod - as Wraith III alternatively Gordon Armstrong if | ||