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).
Vehicle performance and issues identified, including bonnet locks, brake pedal, and suspension.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 47\2\ Scan251 | |
| Date | 10th April 1930 | |
| -3- v (6) Bonnet Locks & Catches. A lot of trouble was experienced with the bonnet catches. These fit badly and tend to come undone at speed. The centre locks also fit badly into their wells. It is understood, however, that the bonnet was not finished with the chassis, but was forwarded to the body builders, so consequently did not get the final attention which it would have received at the Works. (7) Brake Pedal. This is apt to come back with a smack on to the floorboards if released quickly, and also tends to stick slightly in guide plates. (8) Suspension. This was found to be good on the French roads. At first the car appeared to be harsh, but was found to be good at high speeds. (This harshness is not objected to by Mr. Fairey.) The only improvement suggested is that the front shock absorbers could be softened slightly. Generally, the car has behaved well and has created a very good impression. The maximum speed to date is 86 m.p.h. Throttling down from 80 m.p.h. a general shudder could be felt through the car. This was not excessive and was only noticed when one was driving the car. Appended is a summarized list of the points which require attention. Hs{Lord Ernest Hives - Chair}/G.W.Hall. P.S. A backing light was very greatly missed. | ||