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).
Specification for the Myth Engine M.40 No.1, detailing parts fitted for an Austin/8 HP Chassis.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 153\3\ scan0173 | |
| Date | 19th May 1942 | |
| J.H. Chart To Rm.{William Robotham - Chief Engineer} from Rm{William Robotham - Chief Engineer}/Wym{G. Harold Whyman - Experimental Manager}/CP. c.c. to Mr/O.P.S. 1298 Rm{William Robotham - Chief Engineer}/Wym{G. Harold Whyman - Experimental Manager}/CP.7/LH.{Mr Haworth}19.5.42. Myth Engine M.40 - No.1. Chassis - Austin/8 HP. Specification of the above engine unit is revised as follows :- Work carried out at Clan 11.5.42. The following parts fitted to suit fitment to Austin/8 H.P. Chassis - Gearbox set back 3.000" :- GB.2951 Clutch Case. GB.2952 Carrier Plate. GB.2958 Extension to 1st Motion Shaft. GB.2956 Extension Sleeve - Clutch withdrawal mech'm.{Mr Moon / Mr Moore} GB.2953 Mud Shield - Clutch Case. GB.2954 " " - S.M. Cover Pinion. Air Silencer. Vauxhall 10 incorporating 1 3/8" Air Intake connecting Pipe. Carburetter. 1 1/8" dia. S.U. Rm{William Robotham - Chief Engineer}/Wym{G. Harold Whyman - Experimental Manager}/CP. | ||