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).
Page 2 of a report discussing the construction methods of a Cadillac body, considering similar techniques for future designs.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 125\1\ scan0200 | |
| Date | 5th March 1935 guessed | |
| - 2 - I was greatly impressed by the scheme of construction of the front part of the Cadillac body, and I think we have got to seriously consider something on similar lines whereby we would provide a deep pressed sheet metal scuttle and dash combined, which would be removed from the chassis and built into the body. In connection with the mounting of the body, the Cadillac sills are placed above the level top of frame. This is an advantage in improving the mounting but is a definite sacrifice in respect to body height above the ground. There appears to have been no attempt at rust proofing the interior of the panelling, and this, together with condensation may account for the condition of the body as found. I am of the opinion that the Cadillac experiment has been well worth while, and that it will result in bringing definite improvements to body work technique if we can secure the cooperation of the coachbuilder in carrying them out. A full report of our recommendations, in detail, will be given later. E.{Mr Elliott - Chief Engineer} | ||