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).
Brake inefficiency, servo linings, and rattles from hydraulic dampers.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 85\1\ scan0219 | |
| Date | 26th October 1936 | |
| 204 To Rm.{William Robotham - Chief Engineer} Cricklewood, Oct. 26th, 1936. I want to tackle the numerous brake complaints of inefficiency. The number of re servos linings is, I am sure not necessary. Is it possible to supply me with a simple outfit that could easily be fitted to check the servo efficiency to cut-out the human element. I have seen several of the servos dismantled and in my opinion there was no need to have dismantled them. I dare not hold the cars up as they are promised to the Owner by a time limit or else I should insist upon the servo not being touched. Hydraulic Damper I find that the rattles complained of in which the bearings have been changed and on cars whos mileage is (average) 30,000. In my opinion I think this is fair wear and tear, and the owner should pay. I should like your opinion on the matter. The guarantee does not stand for what is fair wear. Rm{William Robotham - Chief Engineer}/G.W.Hancock. | ||