Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Cost-saving design for Bentley III side and cross steering tubes. | ||
| View original record | To BY. Copy to EH. Rm. SHG. HFG. Re Bentley III Side and Cross Steering Tubes. We have now learned from G/Rb that the cost of the adjustable side and cross steering tube using a butted tube to… | ||
| scan0002 | Modifications to the steering pivot lubrication system for the Bentley III. | ||
| View original record | To EY. Copy to Ea. Rm. RHO. HPS. 2006. E/Ev.1/MN.19.1.37. LBS 450 Steering Pivot Lubrication - Bentley III. For Wraith II we sent you a scheme showing a banjo connection for the centralised chassis… | ||
| scan0003 | Reduction in the number of fixing screws for the Bentley III steering column lock plate. | ||
| View original record | SECRET 2006 To EV. Copy to Sa. Fm. AHG. H.D. Fm/HDY. ---------------- E/Ev.2/LN.20.2.37. ---------------- 450 Bentley III Steering Column. ------------------------- Our attention has been called to… | ||
| scan0004 | Suggestion to modify the Bentley III steering column lock plate by reducing the number of fixing screws used. | ||
| View original record | SECRET To EY. Copy to Dr. Rm. RHC. HFS. Rm/HDY. ------------------ 200B E/Ev.2/MN.20.2.37. ------------------ 450 Bentley III Steering Column. ------------------------- Our attention has been called… | ||
| scan0005 | Design considerations for the Bentley III steering system, rejecting the Holkenberger layout. | ||
| View original record | 450 BENTLEY III STEERING. (1) Consider Holkenberger layout atrocious and should not be adopted. (2) Desirable to have absolute minimum of mechanical controls on steering wheel. If automatic throttle… | ||
| scan0006 | Design and testing of side steering tube joints for Bentley III and Wraith III chassis. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. 2008 450 F.J.H. Copy to Mr. Rm. Mr.C. Rm/WJH [Handwritten notes:] Where are we getting to Fitted to 26, 27, 28GVI O.K so far apart from stiffness due to bad fitting. F.J.H. SIDE STEERING TUBE… | ||
| scan0007 | The design of the side steering tube for the Bentley III and its comparison with the Wraith III. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. Copy to [Redacted] [Redacted] [Redacted] Rm/FJH. 2008 450. E/EV.2/W.3.7.37. SIDE STEERING TUBE - BENTLEY III. ----------------------------------- On N.Sch.5189 (Sheets 1 and 2) herewith we… | ||
| scan0008 | Cross steering arrangement and levers for the Bentley III. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. 300B 450 Copy to [Redacted] [Redacted] [Redacted] [Redacted] RM/FJH. BENTLEY III. CROSS STEERING ARRANGEMENT AND LEVERS. -------------------- On N.Sch.5190 herewith we show the arrangement of… | ||
| scan0009 | Cross steering arrangement and levers for the Bentley III, including bearing designs. | ||
| View original record | SECRET 200B F.J.H. HSO Any Comments? Rm Copy to Mr. Rm. W.A.C. H.I.H. Royles. Tins/S/Tkl. E/EV.4/M.5.7.37. BENTLEY III. CROSS STEERING ARRANGEMENT AND LEVERS. ------------------------------- On… | ||
| scan0010 | The cross steering tube for the Bentley 111. | ||
| View original record | Ex. Dept. Sp. Dept. c. Rm. Op. Sh. 200B DA.5/G.17.8.37. 450 BENTLEY 111 - CROSS STEERING TUBE. Herewith is N.Sch.5204 which shews the cross steering tubes for the above. The details of joints are as… | ||
| scan0011 | Outlining design suggestions for the Bentley III steering system. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Rm/FJH. 200B Rm/JH.3/AP.19.8.37 450 BENTLEY III. STEERING. We suggest that in designing and detailing the steering system of B.III. the following features should be incorporated. 1.… | ||
| scan0012 | The Bentley 111 steering column, comparing it to the Wraith model. | ||
| View original record | 200B 450 P. Dept. c. Rm. F.J. HARDY. DA.1/C.30.8.37. Not as cheap as U.S.A. Is cost justified BENTLEY 111 - STEERING COLUMN. Herewith is PD.3 shewing the mounting of the steering column in the frame.… | ||
| scan0013 | Theoretical investigation into the steering qualities of the Bentley III, comparing different rear spring designs. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten: 2080] [Handwritten: 450] To Da. from Ev. c.c. to By. Rm. Rm/Les. Rm/RJH. Da/Ev.7/N.15.10.37. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Re: BENTLEY III -… | ||
| scan0014 | Investigating the under and over-steering properties of the Bentley III, comparing layouts and tyre behaviours. | ||
| View original record | Da/DB/N.15.10.37. UNDER OR OVER-STEERING PROPERTIES OF BENTLEY III. In view of the reduced understeering geometry of the rear axle of the "anti-shake" project for the Bentley III compared with the… | ||
| scan0015 | Analysis of vehicle roll stiffness and cornering forces for different spring layouts and tyre pressures on a Bentley III. | ||
| View original record | -2- No experimental figures for the roll stiffness of a Bentley car were available, but from the figures for a Wraith car the added roll stiffness for front and rear springs in roll due to twisting of… | ||
| scan0016 | Concluding note about a calculation method, suggesting its predictions be compared with actual results from a Bentley III to determine its accuracy for future use. | ||
| View original record | 3. The method used has been indicated since it is realised that the possibilities of error are fairly large; it would be interesting and useful if any actual results eventually obtained with Bentley… | ||
| scan0017 | Table detailing the over and under-steering properties of a Bentley III under various suspension and tyre configurations. | ||
| View original record | -4- OVER AND UNDER-STEERING PROPERTIES OF BENTLEY III. Case. Amount of Oversteer. Amount of Understeer. Original rear spring layout, static deflection of front and rear springs 5" tyres 30 lbs/sq.in.… | ||
| scan0018 | Graph plotting cornering coefficient against the percentage of rated radial load on a tyre for 0 and 5 degree camber angles. | ||
| View original record | CORNERING COEFFICIENT = CORNERING LOAD ÷ RADIAL LOAD FIGURES ARE FOR 1º SLIP ANGLE, FOR TYRE 7.50-17.00 30 LBS/IN² INFLATION PRESSURE, 1500 LBS NORMAL LOAD Y-Axis: CORNERING COEFFICIENT X-Axis: PER… | ||
| scan0019 | Theoretical investigation into the steering qualities of the Bentley III. | ||
| View original record | GRY Any comments To Da. from Ev. c. to By. Rm. Hm/Les. Hm/PJH. 450 Re: BENTLEY III - STEERING. 200B We have made a theoretical investigation into the steering qualities of the Bentley III, having :… | ||
| scan0020 | Investigating the under or over-steering properties of the Bentley III. | ||
| View original record | Da/DB./N.15.10.37. UNDER OR OVER-STEERING PROPERTIES OF BENTLEY III. In view of the reduced understeering geometry of the rear axle of the "anti-shake" project for the Bentley III compared with the… | ||
| scan0021 | Analysis of roll stiffness and spring deflection for a Bentley III, comparing different spring layouts and tyre pressures. | ||
| View original record | -2- No experimental figures for the roll stiffness of a Bentley car were available, but from the figures for a Wraith car the added roll stiffness for front and rear springs in roll due to twisting of… | ||
| scan0022 | Justification for the calculation method used, suggesting a comparison with actual results from Bentley III to assess its accuracy for future use. | ||
| View original record | 3. The method used has been indicated since it is realised that the possibilities of error are fairly large; it would be interesting and useful if any actual results eventually obtained with Bentley… | ||
| scan0023 | Table detailing the over and under-steering properties of the Bentley III under various configurations. | ||
| View original record | -4- OVER AND UNDER-STEERING PROPERTIES OF BENTLEY III. Case. Amount of Oversteer. Amount of Understeer. Original rear spring layout, static deflection of front and rear springs 0.12º 5" tyres 30… | ||
| scan0024 | Graph of cornering coefficient versus the percentage of rated radial load on a tyre for different camber angles. | ||
| View original record | CORNERING COEFFICIENT & CORNERING LOAD ÷ RADIAL LOAD FIGURES ARE FOR 1º SLIP ANGLE, FOR TYRE 7.50-17.00 30 LBS/IN² INFLATION PRESSURE. 1500 LBS NORMAL LOAD. CORNERING COEFFICIENT PER CENT OF RATED… | ||
| scan0025 | Scheme for modified cross steering tubes for the Bentley 111, proposing the use of Wraith type ball joints. | ||
| View original record | BENTLEY 111. CROSS STEERING TUBES. Please receive herewith the following scheme F.CD.254 Modified Cross Steering Tubes. The above drawing shews Wraith type ball joints fitted to Bentley 111. The… | ||
| scan0026 | Temporary scheme for mounting the steering box on the Bentley 111 steering column for the first car. | ||
| View original record | BY/NS. C. Rm. ------- 200B DA.11/G.3.12.37. BENTLEY 111 - STEERING COLUMN. H.K. 450. Please receive herewith the following scheme F.CD.262 Temporary Scheme for Mounting Steering Box. The above scheme… | ||
| scan0027 | Revised mixture controls operated from the steering column for the Bentley 111 model. | ||
| View original record | PV./NS. c. to Rm. c. to Da/JD DA.8/G.6.1.38. 2006 450 BENTLEY 111. REVISED MIXTURE CONTROLS OPERATED FROM STEERING COLUMN. F.J.H. Herewith please receive E.CD.332 Mixture Controls Operated from… | ||
| scan0028 | Positioning of the steering column for various car models. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten notes: bes, F.J.H., 200B, +50, 7/4 To De.. [struck through] from Ev. c. to By [struck through] Rm. Da/JD. c. to BY/HEB. [struck through] -------------------- Ba/Ev.16/N.17.1.38.… | ||
| scan0029 | Insufficient space between the steering wheel and door on the Bentley III, with comparative dimensions for other models. | ||
| View original record | To Da. from Ev. c. to Rm. By. 2006 Da/Ev.1/N.3.2.38. 4.30 Bentley III - Steering Position. We have discovered on 1.B.5. that there is insufficient room between the steering wheel and the door to… | ||
| scan0030 | Design alternatives for a car body, including widening options and component placement. | ||
| View original record | -2- Da/Ev.1/N.3.2.38 Cont'd. It will be seen that the width of 1.B.5. body at the base of the steering wheel is almost equal to that of P.III and Wraith and therefore we might not wish to widen the… | ||
| scan0031 | Decision to move the steering column nearer to the centre of the car on the next Bentley. | ||
| View original record | 250 450 Da/Ev. from Rm. c. By. Rm19/R.4.2.38. With reference to your Da/Ev.1/N.3.2.38., we cannot see that there is any alternative but to move the steering column nearer to the centre of the car on… | ||
| scan0032 | The findings of an investigation into the steering and independent front wheel suspension of the Bentley III. | ||
| View original record | To Da... from Ev. [strikethrough]c. to By.[/strikethrough] [strikethrough]c. to Hm.[/strikethrough] [strikethrough]c. to Rm/Les.[/strikethrough] [strikethrough]c. to Rm/FJH.[/strikethrough] SECRET.… | ||
| scan0033 | Spring specifications, stresses, and deflection calculations in response to verbal questions. | ||
| View original record | The following items of information answer questions put verbally to Ev. or the writer. (1) (a) Maximum stresses in Packard spring in full bump position are: 103,000 lbs sq.in. uncorrected, 122,000 lbs… | ||
| scan0034 | Continued document discussing rear spring deflection, Packard-type suspension features, and turning circle calculations. | ||
| View original record | -2- Da/DB.3/N.25.2.38 Cont'd. (4) Rear springs of the required static deflection have in the past been obtained merely by ordering from the spring maker. (5) Conference decision was to investigate… | ||
| scan0035 | Potential improvements related to wheels, suspension, and steering. | ||
| View original record | -3- De/Db.4/N.25.2.38 Cont'd. (6) Cont'd. If the rim width were limited to 4.50", the correct width for the 6.50" section tyre of B.III, the lock angle of the outside wheel would become 29° for the… | ||
| scan0036 | Vehicle modifications to increase suspension movement by raising the front of the car and fitting new components. | ||
| View original record | -4- Be/DB.3/N.25.2.38 Cont'd. (S Cont'd). The car in question has a restricted lock so that direct measurement cannot be made. To take full advantage of this increase of movement a new normal position… | ||
| scan0037 | Requesting the instruction of one set of parts for the Bentley 111 chassis cross steering to correct geometry errors. | ||
| View original record | HPS c. Rm/FJH. 200b BY/Ald.15/G.8.3.38. 450, BENTLEY 111. CHASSIS. CROSS STEERING - SECTION 7041. Please receive herewith two blueprints of each of the following :- Ex.S.563 Ball End Pin - 2 off.… | ||
| scan0038 | Blueprints for a Ball End Pin and Washer for a Bentley 111 chassis to correct geometry errors. | ||
| View original record | HDS. c. Rm. C. Rm/FJH.1 BY/Ald.15/G.8.3.38. 200b 450 BENTLEY 111. CHASSIS. CROSS STEERING - SECTION 7041. Please receive herewith two blueprints of each of the following :- Ex.S.563 Ball End Pin - 2… | ||
| scan0039 | Request for a special ball pin to correct steering wander due to front suspension geometry errors. | ||
| View original record | γ 450 To By/Ald. from Rm/FJH. 2006 Rm/FJH.1/MH.8.3.38. c. By. B.III STEERING. The above car wanders on uneven roads apparently due to geometry errors in the front suspension. Will you please detail a… | ||
| scan0040 | The introduction of a new yoke piece to improve steering lock on the B.III model. | ||
| View original record | 450 Rm/FJH. from Rm. Rm2/R.14.3.38. We understand that a new yoke piece has been designed and detailed which overcomes fouls and permits the full steering lock being obtained on B.III. We presume that… | ||
| scan0041 | Request for a drawing to experimentally fit an angular contact ball bearing to a steering pivot pin. | ||
| View original record | 450. By/Ald. from Rm/FJH. c. By. Rm/FJH6/R.14.3.38. B.III STEERING. We wish to try experimentally on the lower end of the pivot pin an angular contact ball bearing to take both journal and thrust… | ||
| scan0042 | Replacement of an obsolete steering yoke piece with a newly designed one for the B.III model. | ||
| View original record | Rm/FJH. from Rm. H50 Rm2/R.14.3.38. We understand that a new yoke piece has been designed and detailed which overcomes fouls and permits the full steering lock being obtained on B.III. We presume that… | ||
| scan0043 | Blueprints for the application of a needle roller bearing to the lower pivot of the Bentley lll. | ||
| View original record | BX/HS. c. Rm. c. De/EW. c. De/OD. ---------- 450. DA.11/G.15.3.38. NEEDLE ROLLER LOWER PIVOT BEARING.B.111. -------------------------------------- Please receive herewith blueprints of FD.129 which… | ||
| scan0044 | Comparing the rear axle steer angle and spring layout of Bentley II and Bentley III models. | ||
| View original record | Bentley III Steering file 450. GRY DD 35 size V Bentley II Steer angle of rear axle is 0° 5.7' per degree roll of car. [ Rea track 57.4, relative wheel lift per ] [ 1° roll ~ 1.00" ] Bentley III,… | ||
| scan0045 | Comparison of steering geometry errors between the B.III model and a Packard. | ||
| View original record | To Da.. from Da/DB. c. to By. c. to Rm. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Ev. 450 also 108b Da/DB.7/N.21.3.38. Steering Geometry Errors, B.III and Packard. ------ It was pointed out during the early stages of its… | ||
| scan0046 | Investigating steering geometry modifications for larger tyres, focusing on turning circle and component clearances. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten text: Modified yoke piece P.P. 134 Steering levers to allow 7" Tyres 450 1300 Typed text: To Da... from Da/DB. c. to Ry. c. to Rm. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to RM/AFM. c. to EV. -------------------… | ||
| scan0047 | Methods for improving steering geometry and turning circles. | ||
| View original record | -2- Da/DB.14/N.22.3.38. Cont'd. left hand turning circle of 39' 7" and a right hand one of 40' 11". More nearly correct relative steering angles of the two front wheels can be obtained by redesigning… | ||
| scan0048 | Determination of minimum tyre size based on cornering ability and skid pan tests for car models B.50 and B.III. | ||
| View original record | 1044 856 Da. from Rm. Da/DB. c. Hy. c. Rm/FJH. c. Rm/APM. c. EV. Rm12/R.23.3.38. With reference to Da/DB.14/N.22.3.38., we consider that it is now up to us to determine what is the minimum size of… | ||
| scan0049 | Implications of wheel and tyre dimensions on the steering geometry for models B.111 and B.50. | ||
| View original record | Rm. c. Da/ c. BY c. De/Ev. c. Rm/FJH. c. Rm/APH. CROSS STEERING LEVER. B.111 & B.50. 1300 Replying to Rm.12/R.23.3.38. the use of a 17.000" diameter rim for B.50 of width not greater than 4.500",… | ||
| scan0050 | Car wandering at high speeds due to steering geometry errors. | ||
| View original record | 8 450. To By/Ald. from Rm/FJH. c. By. B.III STEERING. The above car wanders at high speeds on an undulating road due to geometry errors in either the front or rear suspension. We suspect that the… | ||
| scan0051 | Steering geometry issues, wandering, and proposed modifications for chassis B.III and B.50. | ||
| View original record | 8 420 also 850 To By. from Rm/FJH. c.c. Da. c.c. Da/DB. c.c. HPS. Rm/FJH.6/MH.24.5.38. B.III & B.50 STEERING. We are very concerned about the steering geometry of B.III. As originally built, chassis… | ||
| scan0052 | Design compromise to be mocked up on vehicle 7.B.V. for a road test. | ||
| View original record | -2- RM/FJH.O/MH.24.5.38. should determine the best compromise that can be achieved on paper. He will then mock this up on 7.B.V. for road test. Rm/FJH. | ||
| scan0053 | Graph comparing steering geometry errors for B III and B 50 models under different conditions. | ||
| View original record | B III & B 50 STEERING GEOMETRY ERRORS FULL BUMP APPROX. NORMAL HEIGHT FULL REBOUND ANGULAR DEVIATION OF ROAD WHEEL - DEGREES. ① 7 B V WITH C.S. TUBES LOWERED 0.500 AT CENTRE. ② 7 B V WITH C.S. TUBES… | ||
| scan0054 | Request to manufacture two special, unhardened ball pins for a Bentley III steering road test. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/FJH. c. Rm/IMW. 450 Rm/FJH.9/MH.24.5.38. BENTLEY III STEERING. Will you please make 2 special ball pins to Ex.S.765. These need not be hardened as they are required only for brief road… | ||
| scan0055 | Proposed improvements to the cross-steering geometry for the B.111 and B.50 models. | ||
| View original record | BY/MS. C. BY. c. Rm/FJH. c. Da/DB. c. Da/Mo.S. 450 DA.8/G.14.6.38. B.111 and B.50. IMPROVED CROSS STEERING GEOMETRY. It has been suggested by the Experimental Department that the wandering of 1-B-5 is… | ||
| scan0056 | Instruction to create an experimental mock-up of a scheme as quickly as possible. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - DA.8/G.14.6.38. It is intended that this scheme should be mocked up experimentally as quickly as possible. DA. | ||
| scan0057 | Requesting details for a temporary modification to the B.III & B.50 steering geometry. | ||
| View original record | 450 also 850 To By/Ald. from Rm/FJH2 c. By. Rm/FJH.4/MH.15.6.38. B.III & B.50 STEERING. We wish to try the improved steering geometry shown on PD.199/200/201/205. Will you please detail the necessary… | ||
| scan0058 | Wandering issues caused by steering geometry errors on B.III & B.50 models, proposing trial improvements. | ||
| View original record | 450 also 850 To HPS. c. c. to BY/ALD. Rm/FJH.15/JH.29.6.38. B.III & B.50 Steering Geometry. As mentioned in our memo. Rm/FJH.6/MH.24.5.38. we are concerned about wandering on B.III, apparently due to… | ||
| scan0059 | List of new drawings and standard parts required for improved steering geometry on Bentley 111 and Bentley 50 models. | ||
| View original record | HPS c. Rm. c. Rm/FJH. 450 also 850 BY/Ald.8/G.1.7.38. (Mr.Allwood absent) BENTLEY 111 and BENTLEY 50. RE: IMPROVED STEERING GEOMETRY. FRAME & FITTINGS. SECTION 7000. FRONT AXLE. " 7040. CROSS… | ||
| scan0060 | Seeking clarification on the final steering geometry for Bentley III and 50 models, and the production method for several levers. | ||
| View original record | 450 To Rm. from HPS/WSC. Rm/FJH. HPS/WSC.6/BA.18.8.38. Bentley III and Bentley 50. These seems to be some doubt regarding the finality of the Steering Geometry for the above cars. Can you please say… | ||
| scan0061 | Mock-up of improved steering geometry for a Bentley III, detailing issues and proposed alterations. | ||
| View original record | 450 also 300 To By. c. to Da. c. to Da/DB. Rm/FJH.17/JH.19.8.38. BENTLEY III STEERING. We have tried a mock up of the improved steering geometry PD.199/200/201/205 on 7.B.V. The new geometry is a… | ||
| scan0062 | The return of five faulty steering cams to Adamant Engineering Company Ltd. | ||
| View original record | Wraith Steering File Roy/AW. c.Mr Hardy. Exp STAFF 1300. 450.. RHC/Cgs.5/JP.24.8.38. re Steering Cams. A.H. Please arrange for the return of 5 Cams, EW.1529. to Adamant Engineering Company Ltd. Three… | ||
| scan0063 | Report regarding a batch of sub-standard steering cam rollers received from Hoffman's. | ||
| View original record | Copy. Wraith Steering file 450. Mr Hardy. EXPT STAFF RHC/Cgs.4/JP.24.8.38. R.H. Steering Cam Roller Assembly. Out of the last batch of 58 rollers received from Hoffman's only 6 have passed for… | ||
| scan0064 | Instruction to trial front axle pivots with ball type lower bearings on a Bentley III steering system. | ||
| View original record | To HPC. c. to Rm/IMW. 450- Rm/FJH.16/JH.25.8.38. BENTLEY III STEERING. We wish to try front axle pivots with the ball type lower bearings to SCD.505. These parts are already made and can be fitted to… | ||
| scan0065 | Modifications to suspension and steering geometry for various car models. | ||
| View original record | 450. also u. 446. To Da. from Ev. c. to By. Hm. c. to Hm/AFM. Rm/FJH. c. to Da/Ev/DB. Da/Ev.8/N.29.8.38. Re: Modified Suspension & Steering Geometry, B.III. Hk. --------------------------------- We… | ||
| scan0066 | Experiments on dropping the torque arm sphere to accommodate increased car weight from a 5.6-litre engine. | ||
| View original record | -2- Da/Ev8/N.29.8.38 Cont'd. --------------------- Experiments will have to tell us whether dropping the torque arm sphere by .375" will be adequate for this car, in view of the increase in the… | ||
| scan0067 | Modified cross steering lever for improved geometry, intended for B.111, B.50, and Silver Wraith models. | ||
| View original record | BY/NS. c. Rm. ------ 4.50- DA.2/G.31.8.38. B.111. STEERING AND SUSPENSION. Herewith is PD.254 shewing the cross steering lever on the steering pivot, modified to suit the lowered sphere on the torque… | ||
| scan0068 | Internal memorandum regarding an alteration to the castor angle of steering yokes. | ||
| View original record | To. HPS. from Rm/FJH. c. Rm/IMW. Rm/FD. 450 Rm/FJH.2/MH.13.9.38. B.III STEERING. Owing to the increased height of the back end of B.III to give more bump movement the castor angle with the latest… | ||
| scan0069 | Adjustments to the B.III steering castor angle by altering yoke details. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Rm/FJH. c. Da. c. Da/DB. [Handwritten] 450 Rm/FJH.1/MH.13.9.38. [Handwritten] Memo Da/DB 3/M [Handwritten] 16-9-38 [Handwritten] ch 850 B.III STEERING. Owing to the increased height of the… | ||
| scan0070 | Adjustments to caster and camber angles for the Bentley III steering to improve directional stability. | ||
| View original record | c Rm / FD To Da. from Rm/IMW. C. HPS. O. Rm/FJH. Rm/IMW.10/MH.14.9.38. BENTLEY III STEERING. /450 Re Rm/FJH.1/MH.13.9.38. Rm/FJH.2/MH.13.9.38. Rm. and Gry. have tried 7.B.V. with both ¾° and 1½°… | ||
| scan0071 | Experimental results and proposed design changes for the Bentley III steering system, specifically regarding camber and caster angles. | ||
| View original record | 450 To Da. from Rm/IMW. [strikethrough]o. HPS.[/strikethrough] c. Rm/FJH. Rm/IMW.10/MH.14.9.38. BENTLEY III STEERING. 79/6 Re Rm/FJH.1/MH.13.9.38. Rm/FJH.2/MH.13.9.38. Rm. and Gry. have tried 7.B.V.… | ||
| scan0072 | Design alterations for a vehicle's steering components. | ||
| View original record | To Da.. from Da/DB. c. By. c. Rm/FJH, c. Ev. 450 Da/DB.6/N.15.9.38, B.III. Steering ------ With regard to Rm/FJH/1/MH.13.9.38, the effect of the 1° increase of caster angle is to drop the ball joint… | ||
| scan0073 | Requesting design changes to the steering for B.III & B.50 models based on test results. | ||
| View original record | Y 450 also 850 To By/NS. from Rm/FJH. c. Hy. c. Da. Rm/FJH.5/AH.20.9.38. B.III & B.50 STEERING. The steering of B.III is so far entirely free from joggles with the result that we do not need any… | ||
| scan0074 | Steering specification memo listing features to be fitted to a vehicle before a 10,000 mile test. | ||
| View original record | 450 also 4006 To By. from Rm/FJH. c. Da. c. By/HS. Rm/FJH.8/MH.20.9.38. B.III STEERING SPECIFICATION. We give below a list of the features which will either be fitted to B.B.V. before the 10,000 mile… | ||
| scan0075 | Strengthened pivot, detailing changes to the boss, yoke piece, and flange stud centres. | ||
| View original record | BY/HS. c. Rm. [struck through] c. Rm/PJH. c. De/JD. [struck through] DA.4/G.30.9.38. [Handwritten]: 450. also 650 FJH B.111 and B.50. RE: STRENGTHENED PIVOT. [Handwritten, above text body]: FJH [with… | ||
| scan0076 | Request to obtain a Bentley rocking shaft and steering roller follower for checking steering cams. | ||
| View original record | 450 also 850 HPS. from Rm/FJH. Rm/FJH/R.10.10.38. B.III & B.50 - STEERING. Will you please obtain from production an 'M' Series Bentley rocking shaft FB.3342 and fit to it the steering roller… | ||
| scan0077 | Simplified steering column head for the Bentley 111 model. | ||
| View original record | BY/NS. c. Rm. c. BY/HD. c. Da/Ev. c. Da/Mo.S. c. Da/JD. 4060 DA.4/G.28.10.38. F.J.H. BENTLEY 111. STEERING COLUMN. scheme :- Please receive herewith the following F.CD.653 Steering Column Head. The… | ||
| scan0078 | Experimental steering column and wheel for the Bentley 111. | ||
| View original record | BY/MS. c. Rm. c. ROY/Les. c. BY/MD. c. Da/Ev. c. Da/Mc.S. c. Da/JD. 450. DA.7/G.28.10.38. BENTLEY 111. STEERING COLUMN. F.J.H AK scheme :- Please receive herewith the following F.CD.979 Steering… | ||
| scan0079 | Request to joggle test a Bentley III steering wheel made by Wilmot Breedons. | ||
| View original record | 450 To HPS/WB. Rm/FJH.11/JH.3.11.38. BENTLEY III STEERING WHEEL. We have handed to you a steering wheel made by Wilmot Breedons and of a construction similar to the one we propose to use for B.III.… | ||
| scan0080 | Requesting the manufacture of three B.III steering boxes in aluminium. | ||
| View original record | 450 HPS. from Rm/FJH. Rm/FJH1/R.8.11.38. B.III STEERING BOX. Will you please make 3 B.III steering boxes FB.3733 in aluminium. We wish to fit one of these to the Continental B.III while another will… | ||
| scan0081 | Modification to the Bentley 111 steering column, introducing a rubber-mounted steering box. | ||
| View original record | BY/NS c. Rm. c. Da/JD. 450 DA.8/G.9.11.38. F.T.H See me Rm BENTLEY 111. STEERING COLUMN. Please receive herewith the following scheme :- F.CD.992 Steering Box (Rubber Mounted). The above scheme shews… | ||
| scan0082 | Drawing PD.293 which shows the B.III and B.50 steering positions. | ||
| View original record | 450 To Da.. from Ev. c. By. Rm. Da/JD. Da/Ev.30/N.9.11.38. Re: Steering Positions/B.3 and B.50. Herewith is PD.293 shewing the B.III. and B.50 Steering Positions. Ev. | ||
| scan0083 | Steering positions B.3, B.50, and B.111, referencing drawing PD.293. | ||
| View original record | ET/RS. c. Rm. ------- 450 DA.21/G.10.11.38. F. DODD RE: STEERING POSITIONS B.3 and B.50. Herewith is PD.293 shewing the B.111 and B.50 Steering Positions. Sent for filing purposes only. DA. | ||
| scan0084 | Requesting a change in production from steering box part number FB.3733 to FB.4362, and to also make a new bracket FB.4354. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/FJH. Rm/FJH.17/MH.1.12.38. B.V. STEERING BOX. In our memo Rm/FJH.1/R.8.11.38 we asked you to make three B.V. steering boxes FB.3733 in aluminium. This part number has now been… | ||
| scan0085 | Requesting a wording change on the ride control lever quadrant from 'Soft' and 'Hard' to 'Normal' and 'Hard'. | ||
| View original record | H50 Da. from Rm/AFM. c. By. c. EY/NS. c. NW. Rm/AFM4/R.2.12.38. Steering Column Ride Control B.V. We would like the wording of the ride control lever quadrant altering from "Soft" and "Hard" to… | ||
| scan0086 | Modification to the steering wheel for Bentley and Wraith models. | ||
| View original record | 450. BY/NS. c. Rm. c. ROY/Les. c. BY/ID. c. De/JD. DA.7/G.8.12.38. BENTLEY 111 and 50. WRAITH 80. STEERING COLUMN. Please receive herewith the following scheme :- F.CD.1024 Modification to Steering… | ||
| scan0087 | Temporary change to the rubber mounted steering column for B.V. 50 & Silver Wraith chassis. | ||
| View original record | 450, 850 & 666. To By/Ald. from Rm/FJH. c. HPS. c. Roy/Les. Rm/FJH.9/MH.16.12.38. B.V., 50, & SILVER WRAITH STEERING MOUNTING. We have specified the rubber mounted steering column to FCD.992 for… | ||
| scan0088 | The specification of steering toe-in for the B.V., 50 & Silver Wraith chassis. | ||
| View original record | 450, 850, 666. To By. from Rm/FJH. c. Da. c. HPS. Rm/FJH.10/MH.16.12.38. B.V., 50 & SILVER WRAITH STEERING. With the small amount of front wheel camber which we use on the above chassis it appears to… | ||
| scan0089 | The alteration of the B.V. steering yoke castor angle. | ||
| View original record | 450 To By. from Rm/FJH. c. By/NS. c. Da. c. HFS. Rm/FJH.7/MH.21.12.38. B.V. STEERING. At present the B.V. yoke details call for a castor angle of 1½° while B.50 and Silver Wraith have 3°. 8.B.V. now… | ||
| scan0090 | Blueprints for steering column and box components for B.V., B.50, and Silver Wraith models. | ||
| View original record | 450 also 666. H.S. c. Rm. c. Rm/FJH. BY/Ald.4/G.29.12.38. B.V.. B.50 and SILVER WRAITH. STEERING COLUMN AND BOX - SECTION 7050. Please receive herewith two blueprints of each of the following :-… | ||
| scan0091 | Blueprints and the production of parts for the Silver Wraith steering column and box. | ||
| View original record | 450 also 850. [text crossed out] c. Rm/FJH. BY/Ald.4/G.31.12.38. B.V. B.50 and SILVER WRAITH. [initials] STEERING COLUMN AND BOX. SECTION 7050. Please receive herewith two blueprints of each of the… | ||
| scan0092 | Listing required and obsolete parts for the Silver Wraith chassis steering column and box. | ||
| View original record | 459 also 666. BY/Ald.5/G.11.1.39. c. Rm/FJH. AHH B.V. B.50, SILVER WRAITH CHASSIS. STEERING COLUMN AND BOX. SECTION 7050. Please receive herewith two blueprints of each of the following, with two… | ||
| scan0093 | Scheme for adding Wraith lll type controls to the Bentley 5 steering column head. | ||
| View original record | 450 BY/NS. c. Rm. c. Da/JD. c. Da/Mc.S. DA.5/G.20.2.39. BENTLEY 5. STEERING COLUMN. AHS Please receive herewith the following scheme :- F.CD.1211 Steering Column Head. The above scheme shews Wraith… | ||
| scan0094 | Specification for the rear side steering tube joint required for 50 production sets of B.V. models. | ||
| View original record | 450 By. from Rm/FJH. c. Da. c. Ey/NS. Rm/FJH.1/R.10.3.39. B.V. STEERING. The following is the specification of the rear side steering tube joint which we have fitted to 8.B.V. and which is required… | ||
| scan0095 | The steering geometry, including backward pivot lean, for the first 300 rationalised cars. | ||
| View original record | 450 By. from Rm. c. Da. c. Da/Ev. Rm4/R.16.3.39. In order to enable the first 300 cars to be manufactured, we should like to specify the sttering. We recommend that the backward pivot lean should be… | ||
| scan0096 | Modification of an oil pipe for the Bentley 111 to improve clearance with the cross steering tube. | ||
| View original record | BY/NS. 6. Rm. c. Rm/Swell 450? DA.1/G.18.3.39. BENTLEY 111 - MODIFIED OIL PIPE TO IMPROVE CLEARANCE WITH IMPROVED GEOMETRY CROSS STEERING TUBE TO PD.199. Please receive herewith :- E.CD.1264 Oil Pipe… | ||
| scan0097 | Scheme detailing the redesign of the Bentley 5 steering column controls due to fitting an automatic mixture control. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: H50 Strikethrough: BY/HS c. Rm. Strikethrough: c. BY/RBS c. Da/Mc.S Strikethrough: c. DA/JD DA.1/G.20.3.39. Handwritten: FJH BENTLEY 5. STEERING COLUMN. Please receive herewith the… | ||
| scan0098 | Alterations to the Caster Angle for the 8.B.V. car. | ||
| View original record | 460? + 1306 To Da... from Da/DB. c. Rm Rm/FJH. c. Ev. Da/JD. Da/DB.5/N.20.3.39. 4° Caster Angle, B.V. In order to obtain the 4° caster asked for in Rm4/R.16.3.39, when the car is occupied by the… | ||
| scan0099 | B.V. Steering gear sample being sent to The Fellow Gear Shaper Co. and a request for a rocking shaft. | ||
| View original record | 450. HPS. from Rm/FJH. c. RHC. Rm/FJH7/R.21.3.39. B.V. STEERING. RHC. wishes to send a sample steering gear fitted with B.V. cam and roller to The Fellow Gear Shaper Co. for their use in the… | ||
| scan0100 | Modifications to the cross steering lever for increased tyre clearance and caster angle adjustment. | ||
| View original record | Da... from Da/DB. c. Ev. Rm. c. Rm/FJH. Da/JD. 45a + 130b Da/DB.6/N.22.3.39. Cross Steering Lever B.V. Increased Tyre Clearance and ¾° Caster. ----------------------------------------- PD.395,… | ||
| scan0101 | Effect of increased steering ball joint-tyre clearance on the turning circle diameter. | ||
| View original record | 450 To Da.. from Da/DB. c. Rm. By. c. Rm/FJH. BV. Da/DB.7/N.22.3.39. Effect of Increased Steering Ball Joint-Tyre Clearance on Turning Circle Diameter, B.V. PD.396, attached to Da's copy, shows the… | ||
| scan0102 | Steering tests for cars 7.B.V. and 9.B.V., comparing wandering, handling, and proposing further modifications. | ||
| View original record | 450 Rm/FJH. from Rm. (Copy for Log Book.) Rm4/R.24.3.39. 7.B.V. and 9.B.V. Steering Tests. As a result of tests carried out on these two cars on the Buxton Road, we are of the opinion that with regard… | ||
| scan0103 | The steering column box becoming loose, recommending an increase in stud size and confirming a horn button type. | ||
| View original record | H.S.O and 1300 To By. from Rm/FJH. c. DA. c. DA/EV. c. By/NS. Rm/FJH.5/MH. 13.4.39. B.V. etc. STEERING COLUMN. We have had three cases to date of the steering box becoming loose on the bracket which… | ||
| scan0104 | Modifying recommendations for the B.V. steering system's rear side tube joint. | ||
| View original record | 450 To By. from Rm/FJH. c. By/NS. c. Da/DB. Rm/FJH.3/MH.14.4.39. B.V. STEERING. We believe that the details of spring rating and travel of the rear side steering tube joint are still not issued to… | ||
| scan0105 | On the turning circle diameter with a reduced out-of-centre point for the B.V. model. | ||
| View original record | 456 [crossed out]Da. from Da/DB.[/crossed out] [crossed out]c. BY. Rm/APM. Da/JD. Da/Ev.[/crossed out] DA/DB.11/G.14.4.39. TURNING CIRCLE DIAMETER WITH REDUCED OUT OF CENTRE POINT. B.V. PD.419… | ||
| scan0106 | The investigation into increasing the diameter of studs and bolts for the B.V. steering column. | ||
| View original record | BY/MS C. Rm c. Rm/FJH c. De/JD 450 DA.6/G.18.4.39. B.V. STEERING COLUMN. FJH Further to Rm/FJH.5/MH.13.4.39. we have investigated the possibility of increasing the diameter of the studs between the… | ||
| scan0107 | Modification of the Chassis B.5 steering column head. | ||
| View original record | BW/NS. c. Rm. c. Da/JD. 450 DA.e/H.18.4.39. FSH CHASSIS B.5. STEERING COLUMN. Please receive herewith the following scheme :- F.CD.1316 Mod. to Steering Column Head. The above scheme shews the B.5.… | ||
| scan0108 | Scheduling and design of a new steering wheel for the Bentley V model. | ||
| View original record | 450 To Rm... from BY. BY.4/N.19.4.39. BENTLEY V. - STEERING WHEEL. In view of our recent experiences on various parts on the steering, I am satisfied we cannot schedule the new wheel for production.… | ||
| scan0109 | B.V. steering column working loose, with a focus on bolt elasticity. | ||
| View original record | HSO. Rm/FJH. BY.6/G.19.4.39. B.V. STEERING COLUMN WORKING LOOSE. RE: Rm/FJH.5/MH.13.4.39. I think in addition to the increased diameter the question of elasticity as controlled by the length of bolts… | ||
| scan0110 | Steering test for car 7.B.V., comparing old and new steering geometries and noting issues with wandering and heavy steering. | ||
| View original record | 450 + 400a To Rm. from Rm/IMW. STEERING TEST - 7.B.V. I took out 7.B.V. as instructed in order to gain a general impression of the characteristics of the old geometry. This car is a great deal better… | ||
| scan0111 | Report on the steering characteristics of the 7.B.V. vehicle. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/FD. 7.B.V. STEERING. I have read with interest Waller's report on the steering of 7.B.V., the whole subject of which is very controversial. From my own point of view the directness and… | ||
| scan0112 | Instructions for the manufacturing process and quality control of Bentley 5 steering rollers. | ||
| View original record | H 50 To: RHC/Wld. Roy/Dn. RHC/RP. Hl/GIR. Ry/MSD. Rm/PJH. BY/HS.2/MG.2.5.39 BENTLEY 5 300 Sets. F.89511 - STEERING ROLLER Kindly note in accordance with Ry's instructions the above piece is to be… | ||
| scan0113 | Modification to the Bentley 5 steering column box mounting to increase elasticity. | ||
| View original record | BT/NS. c. Rm. c. Da/ID. 450 DA.8/G.2.5.39. BENTLEY 5. STEERING COLUMN. Please receive herewith the following scheme :- F.CD.1341 Mod. to Steering Column Box Mounting. Further to memo Da.6/G.18.4.39.… | ||
| scan0114 | Recommendation to manufacture 6 sets of modified steering parts for increased tyre clearance. | ||
| View original record | 450 & 850 To HPS. from Rm/FJH. Rm/FJH.7/MH.4.5.39. B.V. & 50 STEERING. You have recently received details for modified cross steering levers FB.4873/4 to give increased tyre clearance and for a… | ||
| scan0115 | The design decisions and specifications for the Bentley V steering wheel. | ||
| View original record | 450 BY/HSD. (crossed out) c. Rm. c. Da. (crossed out) c. De/EV. (crossed out) c. BY/NS. c. De/JD. BY.14/C.9.5.39. Handwritten note: By Could N.S. say how many different pieces are involved due to… | ||
| scan0116 | Scheme for modified controls on a Bentley 5 steering column. | ||
| View original record | BY/NS. c. Rm. c. Da/JD. 450 DA.2/G.15.5.39. BENTLEY 5. STEERING COLUMN. Please receive herewith the following scheme :- F.CD.1367 Mod. to Controls on Steering Column. The above scheme shews simplified… | ||
| scan0117 | The use of larger bolts for the Cross Steering Lever on B.V. and other cars. | ||
| View original record | 450 ~~Dev. from Da/DB.~~ ~~c. Da/JD. Rm/FJH.~~ ~~c. Ev.~~ Da/DB.8/N.17.5.39. Larger Bolts for Cross Steering Lever. B.V. etc. PD.434 attached to Da's copy, shows .500 dia. bolts attaching the cross… | ||
| scan0118 | Upgrade to the cross steering lever bolts from 7/16' to .500' diameter. | ||
| View original record | 450. BY/NS. c. Rm. DA.1/G.20.5.39. B.V. CROSS STEERING LEVERS. The 7/16" diameter bolts holding the cross steering lever to the stub axle, which have been used on Bentley II since its existence, have… | ||
| scan0119 | List of affected pieces for the Bentley V steering wheel. | ||
| View original record | 450 To: Rm BY/NS.4/MG.22.5.39 BENTLEY V - STEERING WHEEL In reply to your note asking for a list of the Pieces involved due to the different types of wheel, the following are affected: 1 - Wheel 2 -… | ||
| scan0120 | The standardization of a castor angle for B.V. steering and the preparation of new yokes for various chassis. | ||
| View original record | 450 To HPS. from Rm/FJH. Rm/FJH.3/MH.23.5.39. B.V. STEERING. We have recently standardised a castor angle of ¾° for the 300 B.V. chassis. we wish to fit this to our experimental chassis also. Will you… | ||
| scan0121 | Instructions for machining a special steering wheel with a Wraith type hub and Bentley II rim, and checking steering joints for excessive friction on chassis 10.B.V. | ||
| View original record | 450 To HPS. from Rm/FJH. Rm/FJH.4/MH.23.5.39. B.V. STEERING WHEEL. We have handed to you special steering wheel consisting of a Wraith type hub with Bentley II type rim and spokes. Will you please… | ||
| scan0122 | Proposal for a modification to the Bentley S Steering Column, replacing lock nuts with castellated nuts. | ||
| View original record | BY/NS. c. Rm. D. Da/JD. HSO. DA.9/G.23.5.39. BENTLEY S. STEERING COLUMN. AH Further to DA.8/G.2.5.39. in which we instructed F.CD.1341 Modification to Steering Column Box Mounting, shewing distance… | ||
| scan0123 | Confirming a request to layout and detail radius rods to eliminate back axle steer on a B.V. chassis. | ||
| View original record | 450. To By/Ald. from Rm/FJH. Rm/FJH.4/MH.16.6.39. B.V. STEERING. This is to confirm that we have asked you to layout and detail radius rods for eliminating back axle steer on a B.V. chassis. Rm/FJH. | ||
| scan0124 | Confirming no alteration to the machining of steering levers for the Bentley 5 'A' Series. | ||
| View original record | 450. To: By/HSB Les. LGS/AHS THG XEC/GL Rm/FJH BY/NS7/MG.28.6.39 BENTLEY 5. "A" SERIES STEERING FB.4873. Cross Steering Lever) Sec. 7040 FB.4874. Cross Steering Lever ) FB.4066. Centre Steering Lever… | ||
| scan0125 | Scheme for stone guards for the Bentley 111 petrol tank, noting similarity to the Wraith model. | ||
| View original record | E. Dept. c. Rm. C. --- 200B 457 DA.1/G.31.8.37. PETROL TANK - BENTLEY 111. Herewith the following scheme :- F.CD.42 Stone Guards for Petrol Tank - Bentley 111. The guards are similar in construction… | ||
| scan0126 | Petrol tank filler B. 111, forwarding document PD.31. | ||
| View original record | BY/NS. [struck through] c. Rm. [struck through] c. Rm/JD. [struck through] 2008 DA.2/G.10.11.37. 451 RE: PETROL TANK FILLER - B. 111. Herewith is PD.31 with copy of Da./Ev.1/ G.9.11.37. DA. 1 Print to… | ||
| scan0127 | Design, testing concerns, and stiffening of a petrol tank filler for the B.111 model. | ||
| View original record | COPY. DA/EV.1/G.9.11.37. to Da from Ev. -------------- RE: PETROL TANK FILLER- B.111. We send herewith PD.31 shewing the petrol tank filler in the wing for B.111. It will be seen that the filler head… | ||
| scan0128 | Test report on the Bentley III petrol tank and filler located in the wing. | ||
| View original record | To By. c. to Da. 2006 also 251 Rm/JBD.1/JH.21.1.38. +51 THE BENTLEY III PETROL TANK WITH FILLER IN THE WING. We have tested the above tank and filler, and have been able to fill it at the rate of 5… | ||
| scan0129 | Instruction to make one Bentley III petrol tank complete with strap hanging and stone guard for the Bump Chassis. | ||
| View original record | ✓ To HPS. 200b. Rm/JBD.6/JH.8.3.38. 451 BENTLEY III. Will you please instruct one Bentley III petrol tank FB.3172 complete with strap hanging and stone guard for the Bump Chassis. Rm/JBD. | ||
| scan0130 | Request to make one remote petrol tank vent for project 7.B.V. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. Handwritten text: > 2006 (crossed out) 451 Rm/JBD.9/JH.11.3.38. 7.B.V. Will you please make one remote petrol tank vent for 7.B.V. similar to ECD.489. Rm/JBD. | ||
| scan0131 | Analysis of Bentley III petrol tank strap failures during chassis bump testing, comparing them to the Wraith model and suggesting solutions. | ||
| View original record | 451- also 1024. To By. c. to Da. c. to Da/Ev. Rm/JBD.1/JH.18.3.38. BENTLEY III PETROL TANK BUMP CHASSIS. With the tank 3/4 full of water one of the top straps broke after 22 hours front bumping. The… | ||
| scan0132 | Improvements to tank strap attachments, suggesting moving rivets and trying spot welding. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/JBD.1/JH.18.3.38 It also would be an improvement if the rivets joining the ends of the straps could be moved so as not to coincide with the corners on the tank where the load is greatest. In… | ||
| scan0133 | Hand-drawn diagram of the Bentley III petrol tank support. | ||
| View original record | BENTLEY III PETROL TANK SUPPORT. SHORT BAR CARRYNG EITHER FRONT OR BACK END OF BOTH STRAPS ATTACHED BY BOLT TO THE CENTER OF CROSS MEMBER. | ||
| scan0134 | Requesting details for scheme SCD.569 regarding the mounting of a modified S.U. electric pump for Bentley III and B.50 chassis. | ||
| View original record | 451 also 1263 To Da. c. to By/RD. Rm/JBD.10/JH.18.8.38. BENTLEY III & BENTLEY 50. Will you please detail the scheme SCD.569 showing the mounting of the modified H.P. S.U. electric pump in the frame of… | ||
| scan0135 | Petrol tank air vent pipe scheme and a suggested modification to prevent leaks. | ||
| View original record | 451 also 851 To Da. c. to By. c. to Rm. Rm/JBD.15/JH.11.10.38. B.III & B.50. Petrol Tank Air vent pipe scheme FCD.847. This shows the small vent pipe attached to the filler head by a small earthing… | ||
| scan0136 | Requesting the fabrication of a flange ring and adaptor for an electric petrol reserve tap. | ||
| View original record | #51 To HPS. Rm/JBD.7/JH.17.11.38. 10.B.V. Will you please arrange to make a flange ring to mount the electric petrol reserve tap herewith on the tank of the above chassis. We also require an adaptor… | ||
| scan0137 | Change in the construction method for petrol tanks BV & B.50 from welded to soldered. | ||
| View original record | 451 To Da. c. to By/NS. Rm/JBD.18/JH .2.12.38. PETROL TANKS BV & B.50. It was originally intended that these tanks should be of welded construction and made outside. They were accordingly made in… | ||
| scan0138 | Requesting the tank capacity for the Bentley V. | ||
| View original record | H51 Rm. Bkl.11/SC.25.7.39. Re. Bentley V. ----------- Will you kindly let me know the tank capacity of the above. Bkl. | ||
| scan0139 | Confirming the tank capacity of the Bentley V. | ||
| View original record | H51 W/S. Bkl. from Rm. Rm5/R.27.7.39. BENTLEY V. Replying to Bkl.11/SC.25.7.39., the B.V. tank capacity is 16 gallons. Rm. | ||
| scan0140 | Production of 22-gallon petrol tanks for the Bentley V chassis, and the lead time for press tools if they become a standard part. | ||
| View original record | 451 To Rm. c. BY c. Les. c. RHC/McC c. BY/HEB RHC/Wld.2/AG.27.7.39. BENTLEY V CHASSIS. 22 Gallon Petrol Tanks - F.CD.1442. We are at present producing 12 of these tanks by hand as instructed, Should… | ||
| scan0141 | Requesting the completion of designs for a stiffened front cross member and a larger petrol tank. | ||
| View original record | Copied by Rm/KC. 1.1.42. File No: To; Ev. from Rm. c. to Wym. Rm. 4/h. 23.12.41. 700 451 CHASSIS WORK. There are two important items which require finishing, to enable chassis work to proceed : 1.… | ||
| scan0142 | Specifications for the Bentley 111 wheels, including tyre sizes and drawing references. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. 200B 456 DA.7/G.2.11.37. BENTLEY 111 WHEELS. GRY - Does this satisfy you. Rm The Bentley tyres are 6.5 x 16, mounted on 4½" rims. A drawing of the rim, Dunlop Drg. No. R.S.O.458 is attached.… | ||
| scan0143 | New blueprints for alternative front wheel springs on the Bentley III Chassis. | ||
| View original record | To: [Struck through] Cr: [Struck through] S: [Struck through] c. Rm/Les. Les 200B 456 BY/CS8/EH.5.11.37. Re Bentley III Chassis. Spring Suspension Mechanism - Front Wheels - Sec:7042. Please receive… | ||
| scan0144 | Design considerations for fitting pressed steel disc wheels to the Bentley 111 model. | ||
| View original record | Sgr. c. Rm. ev. De. 200b BY.16/G.30.11.37* BRY. BENTLEY 111. DISC WHEELS. 456. Referring to Sg.2/E.24.11.37. in which you put forward the suggestion that the pressed steel type of wheel might be… | ||
| scan0145 | Instruction to dispatch wire wheels to Messrs. Park Ward for re-painting. | ||
| View original record | To G/Mt. c. to D/BP. 2006 456. Rm/FD.12/JH.7.1.38. Will you please despatch. 5. Wire wheels to Messrs. Park Ward for re-painting in colour for use on 1.B.5. These are our property and will be… | ||
| scan0146 | Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the dispatch of five wire wheels for a 1.B.5. body. | ||
| View original record | 200b. 456 Rm/FD.14/JH. 7th January, 1938. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, LONDON. N.W.10. For the attention of Mr. Thompson. Dear Sirs, We are despatching under separate cover… | ||
| scan0147 | The procurement and testing of 16-inch road wheels from Dunlop. | ||
| View original record | By. from Rm/Gry. 2006 456 Rm/Gry.3/AP.14.1.38 B.III. ROAD WHEELS. After much writing to the Dunlop Rim & Wheel Co. we have got from them CDS.1190 showing the 16" rim with our normal balance weight… | ||
| scan0148 | Letter to Cornercroft Limited requesting the preparation of two complete wheel covers for a wire wheel. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Rm/Fd. 2004. xxxx 2424 456 26th.January 1938. Da/Ev.6/N. These are for 1-B-5 & 2-B-5 Messrs.Cornercroft Limited, Ace Works, Queen Victoria Road, Coventry. For the attention of Mr Mountford.… | ||
| scan0149 | Order of two sets of wheels for Bentley chassis 8.B.V. & 9.B.V. | ||
| View original record | 456 also 1370 To Roy. c. Rm/FD. c. By/CRL. Rm/Gry.14/JH.9.5.38. WHEELS FOR BENTLEY CHASSIS 8.B.V. & 9.B.V. Will you please order from Dunlops 2 sets of wheels as follows :- Each set comprises. GB.3768… | ||
| scan0150 | Change from wire wheels to single wheel discs for car 2.B.5. | ||
| View original record | To Rm.. from Ev. c. to Rm/Gry. c. to Rm/FD. c. to By. c. to Da. 456 Da/Ev.5/N.21.5.38. ------------------ Re: Wheels For 2.B.5. -------------------- We confirm that the above car, the second B.3. will… | ||
| scan0151 | Requesting an order be issued to pay Park Ward's invoice for painting wire wheels. | ||
| View original record | COPY 456 G. is absent Rm/FD WFH/CA24/BB.3.8.38 Further to your memo Rm/FD1/JH.29.6.38 regarding 5 - 16" wire wheels sent to Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd. for painting in colour. We now have Park Ward's… | ||
| scan0152 | Payment for painting five wire wheels according to a Park Wards invoice. | ||
| View original record | 456. To Roy. c. to G/JWH. Rm/FD.3/JH.30.9.38. Will you please arrange payment for Painting 5 wire wheels in colour to O/N.52444 as per Park Wards invoice dated 28.8.38. Rm/FD. | ||
| scan0153 | Request for a drawing of a pressed steel wheel to accommodate a new Michelin tyre. | ||
| View original record | H 56 To By/Ald. from Rm/FJH. Rm/FJH.3/MR.29.10.38. B.III TYRES & WHEELS. We wish to be able to run on B.III the latest Michelin 225 mm x 40 cm. tyre. We have handed to you a wheel to suit this tyre… | ||
| scan0154 | Drawing (PD.355) showing the front wheel movements for models B.5 and B.38 at maximum bump and full lock. | ||
| View original record | 456. To Da... from Ev. c. Rm. Da/Ev.1/N.23.1.39. Front Wheel Movements B.5. & B.38. We attach herewith PD.355 shewing the position of the front wheels on maximum bump and full lock for B.5. and B.38.… | ||
| scan0155 | Standard wheel specifications for 'B.V.' model cars, regarding wire wheels versus optional discs. | ||
| View original record | 456, 1375 W/S. To Cx. from Rm/Gry. c. Hs. c. Da. c. Da/Ev. Rm/Gry.2/MH.24.5.39. WHEEL APPEARANCE - B.V. The first 300 B.V. cars will not have steel wheels but will have wire wheels. At a Conference… | ||
| scan0156 | Effects of fitting larger tyres on Bentley chassis prior to the 'M' series. | ||
| View original record | 456 - 1339 To Hd. from Rm/FJH. Rm/FJH.4/WH.1.6.39. BENTLEY TYRES. With reference to your query concerning the fitting of 6.50 x 17 tyres with wheels to suit on Bentley chassis prior to 'M' series, the… | ||
| scan0157 | Request for a sample wheel and tyre for the Bentley V in order to arrange production of covers. | ||
| View original record | 1013 458 Rm. at 'W'. Hn4/IH.23.6.39. Bentley V. ---------- In order that I may arrange for the production of spare wheel and tyre covers for the first batch of Bentley V cars which are to have wire… | ||
| scan0158 | Arranging to send a wheel complete with tyre and a spare wheel cover for inspection. | ||
| View original record | TOTs. 256 W/S. To Hn. from Rm/Gry. c. Rm/FD. Rm/Gry.1/MH.26.6.39. FD. is arranging to send you a wheel complete with tyre and a spare wheel cover for inspection. We should like to have these back as… | ||
| scan0159 | Requesting the modification of Bentley wheels and the creation of a special wheel spanner. | ||
| View original record | HSG? To Rm. c. HPS/RH. Rm/FD.1/BA.23.1.40. We have sent into the fitting shop 5 - 4 1/2 rim Bentley "heels and one disc will you please have the wheels drilled to suit the discs. Will you also please… | ||
| scan0160 | Investigation into clearance issues between the tyre, rim, and steering ball joint for the Bentley V model. | ||
| View original record | 456 Rm Shall I write to Avon's? Alk DB To Rm. from Ev/DB. c. to Rm/HH. c. to Ev. Rm/HH Please see me Rm SECRET. Ev/DB.7/JH.31.7.41. Wider Base Rims for Bentley V. As requested in Ev.14/JH.21.7.41. the… | ||
| scan0161 | Exhaust valve sinkage on the 25/30 HP engine, proposing a modification to the cylinder head cooling path. | ||
| View original record | For Hd. c. to GWH (K) STAMP: APR 8 P.M. 1939 EXHAUST VALVE SINKAGE -- 25/30 HP. -------------------------------------- There is an increasing volume of evidence that exhaust valve sinkage and allied… | ||
| scan0162 | Potential reclamation of a cylinder head for a 25/30 HP transport car. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - We have one cylinder head which we think is reclaimable by facing down the valve seats, and it would be useful if you could use it on the 25/30 H.P. transport car with the water holes in the… | ||
| scan0163 | Modifications and replacements for silencer suspension and exhaust fittings on the 25/30-HP Chassis. | ||
| View original record | To: Roy. c. C/Rb. c. RHG/GL. (S). c. LA/Skn. c. Hd. c. RHG/Wld. c. HFG. c. BY/SB. c. Hm/GWH. - w/k BY/CS.1/E.7.2.39. [STAMP: FEB 9 A.M. 1939] Re 25/30-HP. Chassis. - Exhaust Fittings. - Sec:5230.… | ||
| scan0164 | Continuation of a modification instruction to address noise in the silencer suspension, listing required parts. | ||
| View original record | (Cont'd). -2- BY/CS.1/E. 7.2.39. E.85763. Link. 4 off. E.6432. Nut. 2 " K.4602. Split Pin. 2 " This completes instructions for the above. This modification is to overcome complaints relating to noise… | ||
| scan0165 | Rescinding previous instructions regarding piston seizures during the decarbonising of a 25/30 HP engine. | ||
| View original record | Hd. W/N. W/P. C. Hm. c. GWH. at K. By.12/N.1.11.38. 25/30 HP. Engine - Re.Decarbonising. In view of the fact of not having any further piston seizures, I wish to rescind the instructions given in… | ||
| scan0166 | 25/30 HP engine piston seizure and issues with sticking ball drain valves due to carbon build-up. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/Swdl. from Rm/GWH. c. By. Rm/GWH.4/N.11.7.38. Re: 25/30 HP. Engine Piston Seizure. With reference to your memo Rm/Swdl.19/MH. 5.7.38. you will have to make enquiries from the Works Depot with… | ||
| scan0167 | Typed memo concerning 25/30 HP Piston Seizures and a requested chamfer angle. | ||
| View original record | GWH. at Kingsbury. BY/Mtn.11/N.7.7.38. Re: 25/30 HP. Piston Seizures. Referring to BY.14/G.29.6.38, and your request for the angle of the chamfer, kindly note this should be 45°. We are attaching a… | ||
| scan0168 | Investigation into engine piston seizures on the 25/30 HP model. | ||
| View original record | Copy. To By.. from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.19/MH.5.7.38. 25/30 HP. ENGINE PISTON SEIZURE. Further to the memo BY.14/G.29.6.38, in regard to the above and that future decarbonising should include the land… | ||
| scan0169 | Providing instructions for the running-in of pistons using Castor Oil. | ||
| View original record | To By... from Rm/GWH. -------------------- Rm/GWH.10/N.4.7.38. ------------------- Re: Running of Pistons. --------------------- I have instructed both N. and K. to run their pistons in lightly for… | ||
| scan0170 | Proposing a stamped letter on the cylinder block to indicate that the pistons have been chamfered. | ||
| View original record | To By.. from Rm/GWH. Rm/GWH.9/N.4.7.38. With reference to your memo re Decarbonising, Br. has referred to the question of a suitable marking on the engine so that in the future, a fitter will know at… | ||
| scan0171 | Procedure for decarboning the 25/30 HP engine to prevent piston seizure, following issues on three specific chassis. | ||
| View original record | [redacted] [redacted] G. CWL. (K). BY.14/G.29.6.38. STAMP: JUN 30 1938 25/30 HP. ENGINE - RE: DECARBONING. In view of the fact that we have had No.6A piston seize up on the engine in three different… | ||
| scan0172 | The service history and subsequent piston seizures on three 25/30 HP chassis vehicles. | ||
| View original record | COPY. ----- BY. --- Hd/SB.10/HR.17.6.38. re PISTON SEIZURE ON 25/30 HP. CHASSIS. ---------------- The following is the history of the three cars on which piston seizure has occurred this last week :-… | ||