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).
Design position report detailing the status of items for the Spectre and Wraith chassis.
Identifier | ExFiles\Box 30\3\ Scan157 | |
Date | 17th April 1935 guessed | |
ITEM (4) DESIGN POSITION. SPECTRECodename for Phantom III CHASSIS - CONTINUED:- Retaining ring for filter in damper governor control filler spout. Completed. Modified oil pressure gauge connection. Completed. Radiator incorporating shutters Camel type ante spill valve and improved appearance. In hand. Modified crankshaft balance weights. In hand. I.F.W.S. - Auto lock shock damper. In hand. Final design of front stabiliser including front crossmember. In hand. Investigation into adaptation of Borg and Beck clutch. In hand. Modification to gear change bracket to suit horizontal hand brake lever. In hand. Details of body mounting to suit revised frame. In hand. Bumper and bracket - 3rd car. In hand. " front wings and apron. - 4th car. In hand. WRAITH CHASSIS. Front wheel and brake drum. In hand. Rear shock dampers and stabiliser. In hand. Gearbox:- mods to reduce cost of manufacture. Completed. | ||