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).
Fitting of low-rated springs to car 183-XJ to resolve a complaint, based on experience with car 25-EX.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 47\3\ Scan167 | |
| Date | 1st September 1931 | |
| Hs.{Lord Ernest Hives - Chair} Cy. Hd.{Mr Hayward/Mr Huddy} [struck through] M.X. [struck through] O.{Mr Oldham} [struck through] P.H. [struck through] X4117. EP{G. Eric Platford - Chief Quality Engineer}4/H1.9.31. re. 183-XJ. Muhlenkamp. With reference to PN{Mr Northey}20/CP31.8.31, as discussed with you this morning, I understand that this car has been handled in the past by the Repair Department, and in view of our experience in running 25-EX in France, I certainly suggest this is a case where similar low rated springs should be fitted, and similar setting of shock absorbers. Also attention should be given to obtain the best tyre pressures. I certainly take the view that of all/cars I have tried, 25-EX should/suit this customer's complaint and give the best springing I know of, and would also give us some experience in recommending this scheme of springing as the best compromise. I think it is up to you to confirm this and advise Hd.{Mr Hayward/Mr Huddy} accordingly. EP.{G. Eric Platford - Chief Quality Engineer} | ||