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).
The Phantom III Paris Trials Car, detailing modifications to the steering and ongoing issues with bodywork, propeller shaft, and engine performance.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 146\3\ scan0093 | |
| Date | 29th September 1936 | |
| COPIES SENT TO Mx.{John H Maddocks - Chief Proving Officer} E.{Mr Elliott - Chief Engineer} By.{R.W. Bailey - Chief Engineer} To Hs{Lord Ernest Hives - Chair}/Rm.{William Robotham - Chief Engineer} X1245 Levallois, September, 29th, 1936. Phantom III Paris Trials Car. This car returned today from Brussels. I have tackled the steering, cross steering tube has had the new contacts fitted and brought up to 3-4 lbs. The side steering tube springs reduced to give no preloading and a set up of only .007. Sr. is pleased with the results and the loss of direction compensates for the reduced joggles. It is better than 35-EX. The body work on this car has developed rattles. The propellor shaft period is bad and has got worse with running. We are waiting for a balanced shaft. Slow running is good but after idling for a few moments a cloud of smoke issues upon opening up. Ride control does not appear to be as effective as it should be. It is going to be checked up. Hs{Lord Ernest Hives - Chair}/G.{Mr Griffiths - Chief Accountant / Mr Gnapp} W. Hancock. | ||