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).
Discussions with M. Dubonnet regarding chassis adaptation, suspension, and steering, referencing Opel's implementation.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 154\1\ scan0125 | |
| Date | 14th March 1934 guessed | |
| -2- M.{Mr Moon / Mr Moore} Dubonnet considers that with these blue prints, within 10 days, or 15 at the most, it will be possible to draw up their schema. At this moment, he will be pleased to receive the chassis and meet somebody from "W" to discuss with him technical details. However, it is my opinion that it would be advisable to send a representative right away, with the blue prints, to discuss matters with M.{Mr Moon / Mr Moore} Dubonnet now that we know he is agreeable to effect the adaption over here in his laboratory. M.{Mr Moon / Mr Moore} Dubonnet thinks that the transformation can be done very quickly, by working three shifts, which he is willing to arrange. There are questions I am unable to tackle, which will have to be elucidated, i.e., should M.{Mr Moon / Mr Moore} Dubonnet employ H.R. 50 or other forms of metal, etc. He has tried different types, and they have their advantages and disadvantages. The person who comes over will also be able to see the Opel car, fitted with M.{Mr Moon / Mr Moore} Dubonnet's suspension, which he has just brought back from Berlin. I think that this car will prove of interest. So far, this would appear to be the best form of adaption. Incidentally, Opel are turning out approximately 350 cars per month. There is also another point I should like to bring to your serious consideration - the question of the steering. M.{Mr Moon / Mr Moore} Dubonnet has impressed upon me, as a friend, the necessity on account of his experience in regard to this point, and not make the same errors committed by Pontiac, Chevrolet and Opel in this direction. I just mention this point, so that you will remember it at the opportune moment. I sincerely hope that the foregoing will prove to cover the points you desired to be enlightened upon. If there are other details you need, in view of the fact that I am leaving for Geneva immediately, for an indefinite time, would you please address any correspondence direct to "Hm{Capt. W. Hallam - Head Repairs}" who is fully acquainted with my interview with M.{Mr Moon / Mr Moore} Dubonnet and the whole matter in general. In the event of your requiring other information, "Hm{Capt. W. Hallam - Head Repairs}" will be glad to arrange a further interview with M.{Mr Moon / Mr Moore} Dubonnet. With kindest regards, Yours sincerely, (Sgd.)SR/Crn. | ||