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).
Oil leaks from the propeller shaft on the 20 HP model, which is damaging interior carpets.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 77\1\ scan0143 | |
| Date | 29th May 1923 | |
| C O P Y. Da.{Bernard Day - Chassis Design} W.W. copy to EP.{G. Eric Platford - Chief Quality Engineer} re. 20 HP. A lot of oil appears to be thrown out at the front and rear ends of propellor shaft. That from the back end finds its way through the joints in the floor boards or between floor boards and heel boards. in several instances this has resulted in damage to the carpets. When the heel board is covered with light coloured lining it is practically impossible to clean off the oil stains. We are doubtful of the ability of Coachbuilders to make floor and heel board joint oil-tight; clearances here are very fine. is it possible, please, to prevent the oil being thrown out? sp.{Mr Spinney} | ||