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).
Instruction and query regarding the fitting of Rudge Whitworth wire wheels to an experimental chassis.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 159\7\ scan0043 | |
| Date | 18th November 1914 | |
| R.R. 238 (24 B) (PP. 776. 26.3.13) E.P. 3883. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. 18-11-1914. To Mr Mann Order No. Customer's No. Re Rudge Whitworth wire wheels ref 21 - WAAA On your sheet for me Ref-12814. you say of them is nothing noted about these wheels, one set should be fitted on the next experimental Chassis which is being sent to Mr Royce. This front Axle is fitted with Centre Point Steering which carries special Hubs, so if Rudge-Whitworth Wheels are to be fitted, Special Hubs should be ordered for this Chassis. Will you enquire about this? Hollings Signed: C.A. Hindmarsh This Sheet must be filed on completion of the work. X 421 | ||