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).
Design position report listing the status of various components for the Spectre Chassis.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 30\4\ Scan331 | |
| Date | 3rd July 1935 guessed | |
| (2) ITEM. DESIGN POSITION. SPECTRECodename for Phantom III CHASSIS. Relay operated change gear control. In hand. Provision for supporting rear of engine when clutch is dismantled. Completed 29.6.35. Hydraulic jacking system - front and rear. In hand. Modified appearance of steering column controls. In hand. Modified crankshaft balance weights. In hand. I.F.W.S. Auto lock shock damper. Completed 25.6.35. Alternative design of front stabiliser including front crossmember. Put aside. Improved damper hand control valves. In hand. Exhaust manifold - no cooling ribs - thicker walls. Completed 22/6/35. Steady bracket for ignition control shaft. Put aside. Screwed in seats for oil relief valve. Completed 21.6.35. Starting handle, front apron and centre lamp mounting to suit revised front appearance. " 29.6.35. Noise insulated dashboard. " 21.6.35. Rear wing and wheel arch. " 19.6.35. Mounting of Lucas wind tone horns. " 27.6.35. | ||