Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Design flaw, a twist, in the 20 HP Bonnet and proposing a wooden scale model for review. | ||
| View original record | <260 To BY. from E. " DA. c. to WJ. c. to Bn. c. to EH. c. to EFC. X4241 E3/G27.5.19. RE 20 H.P. BONNET. X.3561. We find that in the first rough drawings made of the 20 H.P. Bonnet, the top plates… | ||
| scan0002 | Design and modifications for the 20 HP bonnet and radiator, requesting a wooden model and prints. | ||
| View original record | To DA. from E. c. to CJ. c. to Rn. c. to EH. c. to EFC. E1/G13.6.19. RE 20 H.P. BONNET AND RADIATOR X3561. X.3-31. We send you herewith drawing No.LeC.1104 shewing the 20 H.P. Bonnet and Radiator… | ||
| scan0003 | Requesting alterations to the blueprint LeC.1104 for the 20 HP Bonnet & Radiator. | ||
| View original record | X.3561. C O P Y. To Da. from E. c. to CJ. c. to Bn. c. to SP. ----------- RE 20 H.P. BONNET & RADIATOR. We send you herewith oen blueprint of LeC.1104 altered to shew the windscreen nearer to the… | ||
| scan0004 | Drawing LeC.1198 for the 'Goshawk' water suction pipe and related chassis modifications. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235. (100 T) (S.F. 846. 6-8-19) G. 2460. X.357 To Da. from E. Copy to CJ. " " Bn. " " Hs. " " Ck. E1/G14.2.20. X. 3586. RE WATER SUCTION PIPE - "GOSHAWK". X.3531. X.3561. We send you herewith… | ||
| scan0005 | Modifications to the 'Goshawk' Bonnet to accommodate an enlarged radiator and adjust the hinges. | ||
| View original record | To HY from DA. Copy to FH(1 print). Copy to HW(1 print). Copy to LPC. Handwritten: X.3561 Handwritten: EFC DA1/CB3-11-20. Handwritten: X.3561 Re "Goshawk" Bonnet. When designing the radiator we found… | ||
| scan0006 | Proposed radiator and bonnet design for the Goshawk II engine. | ||
| View original record | To R from DA. Copy to BH. Copy to FFC. X 4241 DA6/CB20-1-21. RE "GOSHAWK II" - RADIATOR & BONNET. X.4241 We send herewith a print of "N" Scheme 709 shewing the proposed bonnet for Goshawk II, based on… | ||
| scan0007 | Drawings for the Goshawk 11 bonnet and top radiator support, noting outstanding design decisions. | ||
| View original record | To Da. from E. c. to CJ. c. to Wor. c. to Hs. c. to BY. c. to E.O. X.4241 [struck through] X.4240 RE. GOSHAWK 11 BONNET AND TOP RADIATOR SUPPORT. We send you herewith drawings Nos. LeC.1400/1 shewing… | ||
| scan0008 | 'Goshawk II' bonnet catch and associated drawing No. LeC.1403. | ||
| View original record | To DA. from E. Copy to C.I. [Struck through text] E.O. *4241 Y4241 E2/09/6/21. RE "GOSHAWK II" - BONNET CATCH. We send you herewith drawing No. LeC.1403 shewing the above. A memo will be sent later… | ||
| scan0009 | Design and placement instructions for the 'Goshawk II' bonnet catch. | ||
| View original record | X.4241 COPY To DA. from E. Copy to C.L. BY E.O. E6/G9/6/21. X4241 RE "GOSHAWK II" - BONNET CATCH. We have sent you under cover of our memo E2/G9/6/21 drawing Lec.1403 shewing the design of the bonnet… | ||
| scan0010 | Modifications to the Goshawk model's bonnet and radiator to differentiate it from the 40/50 model. | ||
| View original record | X4241 To BY. from R. c. to BJ. Wor. c. to Hs. PN. c. to Da. E. c. to Sp. EP. R4/M2.6.22. GOSHAWK X.4219. [struck through] X.4241 X.4240. It has been agreed that we delay the production of parts that… | ||
| scan0011 | Design alterations and compromises for the Goshawk bonnet, including radiator height and the fitting of louvres. | ||
| View original record | Y4241 To B.J. from R. c. to Wor. Hs. c. to Da. BY. c. to E.P. R4/M9.6.22. RE. GOSHAWK BONNET. X.4241. X.4240. We find that to keep the RR. bonnet with its purity of shape is probably a little more… | ||
| scan0012 | Proposed dimensional changes for the Goshawk bonnet and radiator, referencing drawing No. LeC.1595. | ||
| View original record | Y4241 To Da. from E. c. to CJ. Wor. c. to BY. Hs. c. to EP. E1/M16.6.22. GOSHAWK BONNET AND RADIATOR. X.4240. E.4241. We send herewith drawing No.LeC.1595 shewing the proposed modification to the… | ||
| scan0013 | Modifications to a 3-Goshawk-11 limousine and its resemblance to the 40/50 model. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to E. c. to Da. c. to BY. X4241 Hs6/LG19.6.22. GOSHAWK LIMOUSINE X.4219 X4267 X.4240 X.4241. We have sent 3-Goshawk-11 (limousine) to London this afternoon. This car is now… | ||
| scan0014 | Mr. Royce's request to test a Goshawk limousine with a new dummy radiator and bonnet. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from BJ. X4241 BJ23/H20.6.23. GOSHAWK X.4240. X.4241 We have received a letter from West Wittering this morning saying that Mr. Royce particularly wanted to try the Goshawk limousine with the… | ||
| scan0015 | Selection and fitting of bonnet fastener springs for the 'Goshawk II'. | ||
| View original record | X4241 To Hs. from BY/Shn. cc to RHC [text crossed out] BY/Shn1/DB.12.7.22. RE "GOSHAWK II" - BONNET FASTENER SPRING. On looking into the question of Bonnet Springs, we find that with the existing… | ||
| scan0016 | The policy for fitting thick leaf rear springs to new and existing cars. | ||
| View original record | X4241 To Py. from R. c. to Wor. c. to BY. c. to Hs. c. to PN. c. to EP. c. to Br. c. to H. RE. THICK LEAF REAR SPRINGS. X. 2628. X. 4241. X. 4426. R3/M10.8.22. Never fit these to new cars, Always… | ||
| scan0017 | Rust prevention treatments for the angle iron bonnet rest and mild steel brackets on the Goshawk-11 chassis. | ||
| View original record | X4241 To BY. from Hs. c. to EP. Hsl/LG15.9.22. We consider that we ought to treat the angle iron used for the bonnet rest on Goshawk-11 chassis so that it does not rust. Also there are some mild steel… | ||
| scan0018 | Expecting the delivery of designs for a Generator Drive Brake and a Bonnet Fastener. | ||
| View original record | E. from Hs. Y4241 Hsl/LG1.11.22. GOSHAWK. Y4241 X4257 With reference to the points raised during my recent visit to W.W. We are assuming that we shall shortly receive from you a design for a Brake… | ||
| scan0019 | Standardisation of 'Goshawk II' lifting handles for the 40/50 chassis bonnet and their potential use on the 'R' Series. | ||
| View original record | X4241 To Hs. BY/Shn1/DB.21.11.22. RE 40/50 CHASSIS - BONNET. Now that the standardisation sheet for the "Goshawk II" Lifting Handles on the 40/50 chassis, is fully signed, will you please let us know… | ||
| scan0020 | From 'Hs' about tests on the Goshawk Bonnet, concluding that shutters are preferable to louvres for ventilation. | ||
| View original record | BY. from Hs. X4241 Hs3/LG23.1.23. GOSHAWK BONNET. X4241 X4240 We have carried out tests on the Goshawk Bonnet the results of which show that if we wish to increase the efficiency of the radiator, we… | ||
| scan0021 | Adding louvres to the Goshawk and 40/50 bonnets to improve radiator cooling. | ||
| View original record | Y4241 Hs [Stamp] JAN 23 1923 BYE-P23 .23. RECEIVED GOSHAWK. BONNET. During our recent visit to W.W. Mr Royce was anxious for you to try the effects of louvres in the bonnet of the 40/50 and Goshawk… | ||
| scan0022 | Issues with the top gear slipping out and bonnet fit, attributing the gear issue to faulty workmanship. | ||
| View original record | To BJ. from Hs. X4241 GOSHAWK. X4241 / x4247 Hs1/LG26.3.23. Referring to your memo. BJ5/H24.3.23. We have handed this on to EP. as the question of the top gear coming out and the fit of the bonnet are… | ||
| scan0023 | Car's water boiling during testing and questioning if this is expected behavior. | ||
| View original record | S/W - EP. c. to Hs. c. to BJ. Bk. X.4241 PN6/DN23.7.23. FROM PN. X.4240 X.4241. When testing 73A7 on Saturday last, we found that if the car was run (testing rig) at 57 m.p.h. continuously for two… | ||
| scan0024 | Requesting further information about a 20 HP engine overheating issue. | ||
| View original record | W/S PN. c. to Hs. c. to BJ. c. to Bk. X.4241 EP3/H26.7.23. X.4240 X.4241 RE. 20 HP. ENGINE OVERHEATING. With reference to your PN6/DN23.7.23, your experience rather confirms our own experience in this… | ||
| scan0025 | Faults found during a 10,000-mile test on a 20 HP production chassis, specifically a sticking air valve and bonnet fitting issues. | ||
| View original record | /4241 To EP. from Hs. c. to Wor. c. to BY. Hs1/LG27.7.23. 20 HP. PRODUCTION CHASSIS. 10,000 MILES TEST. X4594 X4241 This car was stopped on the road on two occasions between 500 and 600 miles running… | ||
| scan0026 | Follow-up memo arranging a reply regarding the 20-HP Chassis Louvres. | ||
| View original record | c. to Hs. X4241 EP/HS3/018.10.23. Re. 20-HP. Chassis Louvres. ------------------------ Referring back to your PN11/LR/21.9.23, a copy of which you sent to Hs. we arranged with him at the time we… | ||
| scan0027 | Standardisation of the screw fixing for bonnet strips on 20HP and 40/50HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 755 (10H) (SL 72 18-7-23) MP 274954s. 4241 COMPLETED 26.10.23. STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Description of Parts. 20 HP. AND 40/50 HP. CHASSIS. SCREW FIXING BONNET STRIPS. Origin: To use… | ||
| scan0028 | Proposal to fit sliding panels to the bonnet of a 20 HP car to address overheating issues. | ||
| View original record | X4241 EP. c. Hs. BY/C6/H. 22. 7. 24. 20 HP. CHASSIS. OVERHEATING TROUBLES ON 20 HP. CARS. -------------------------------------------------------------- In reply to EP10/H. 18. 7. 24. Hs. is in… | ||
| scan0029 | Modifications to bonnet louvres, referencing Mr. Royce's preferences and Hispano designs. | ||
| View original record | 48260 To BY. from DA. c. to Hs. DA3/M14.7.25. RE. BONNET LOUVRES. X. 8260 X. 5260 X. 4214 The louvres on Mr. Royce's bonnet were not approved of. We should like to see a drawing of these louvres as… | ||
| scan0030 | Abandonment of a new bonnet clip design for Mr. Royce's car. | ||
| View original record | X5260 To BY. from DA. c. to Hs. DA2/M14.8.25. BONNET FOR MR. ROYCE'S CAR. X.8260 X.5260 As a result of this chassis coming down here we are inclined to abandon the new type of bonnet clip giving side… | ||
| scan0031 | Seeking clarification on the design of louvred bonnets. | ||
| View original record | (5260 To D.A. from Hs. Hs3/LG28.9.25. LOUVRED BONNETS. +5260 Are we to assume that you will be sending through modified design of louvres, or do you expect us to work to the sketch given on your memo.… | ||
| scan0032 | Technical memo discussing the design and pressing of louvres directly into the bonnet sheet. | ||
| View original record | To DA. from R. c. to CJ. BJ. c. to Hs. BY. Y5260 R7/M29.9.25. LOUVRES. X. 8260 X. 5260 If we use louvres on the bonnet we must make them from the bonnet itself, without undue labour. To do this you… | ||
| scan0033 | Fitting the same type of louvres on the 20 HP bonnet as used on the 40/50 HP. | ||
| View original record | To. Hs. from BJ. Copy to... BY OWB V/5260 BJ6/H18.3.26. Re 20 HP. Louvred Bonnet. Please let me know the position in regard to having the same type of louvres on the 20 HP. bonnets as are now being… | ||
| scan0034 | Sending a new louvred bonnet for a 20 HP model to London for evaluation and standardisation. | ||
| View original record | To CWB. from Hs. X5260 Hs7/LG12.4.26. LOUVRED BONNET FOR 20 HP. We have despatched to you the 20 HP. bonnet with the new type louvres. It is probable that this bonnet will not fit on any of your cars… | ||
| scan0035 | Standardisation of the louvered bonnet for the 20 HP model. | ||
| View original record | S/W Hs. X5260 C3/C29.4.26. [Purple triangle stamp] Louvered Bonnet on 20 h.p. ----- With regard to the sample bonnets which you sent down for Sales to examine last week, this matter has been further… | ||
| scan0036 | Standardisation document for modified louvres for the bonnet to improve appearance. | ||
| View original record | RR 755 (10M) (DB130 12-9-24) MS 301225 STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. COMPLETED 10.5.26 Date 12.4.26 Description of Parts MODIFIED LOUVRES FOR BONNET. Origin. To improve appearance. Experimental… | ||
| scan0037 | Modifications and standardisation of bonnet louvres for the 20-HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | S/W for Hs.✓ (S/W is struck through) X5260 (handwritten and struck through) CWB3/GM/13.7.26. Copy to:- C. (struck through) Wor. (struck through) Bs. for Sales Conference. re 20-HP. CHASSIS. MODIFIED… | ||
| scan0038 | Design for a 20 HP louvered bonnet with shorter louvres at the top. | ||
| View original record | done on top set of the plates 9826 DySS E 53993 3.750 4.000 20 HP LOUVRED BONNET 1 1/2" SHORTER LOUVRES AT THE TOP (B) ROLLS-ROYCE, LIMITED PRINT ROOM. 8 MAY 1926 DERBY | ||
| scan0039 | History of bonnet catch springs for 20HP and 40/50HP chassis, seeking final approval for production. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. X5260 BY/SS1/DB.16.7.26. Re 20HP & 40/50HP Chassis - Bonnet Catches. We give below the history of springs fitted to the 20HP type of Bonnet Catches. As there appears to be some doubt as to what… | ||
| scan0040 | Progress request regarding modified louvres to the bonnet for a 20 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | X5260 S/W (Hs.) CWB7/LH4.8.26. re: 20 h.p. chassis Modified Louvres to Bonnet. Will you please advise me regarding the present position of the above matter as referred to in CWB3/GM13.7.26 so that I… | ||
| scan0041 | Modified louvres for the bonnet of a 20 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | To CWB. from Hs. X5260 Hs1/LG9.8.26. 20 HP. CHASSIS - MODIFIED LOUVRES TO BONNET. Replying to CWB7/LH4.8.26. We are preparing a bonnet with modified louvres made to drawing E.53993. After we have… | ||
| scan0042 | Test report memo detailing issues found with a High Compression 20 HP car. | ||
| View original record | To DA. HS. } FROM R. c. to BJ. X5260 R4/M13. 8.26. HIGH COMPRESSION 20 HP. X.5770 X.5260 This car is good in many ways but not for closed cars, only for open bodywork, such as the blue 40/50. There… | ||
| scan0043 | The delayed arrival of a new 20 HP louvred bonnet for inspection. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Hs. F5260 CWB15/GM/3-11-26. 20 H.P. LOUVRED BONNET. Some 3 or 4 weeks ago you wrote me advising that a new type of louvred bonnet for 20 h.p. with slight alterations in the dimensions of the… | ||
| scan0044 | Sending a 20 HP car with modified bonnet louvres for inspection and to deliver parts for Mr. Royce's car. | ||
| View original record | To CWB. from Hs. X5260 Hs5/LG8.11.26. LOUVRES FOR 20 HP. BONNET. X8770 We will arrange to send a 20 HP. car with a bonnet fitted with the standard louvres on one side and with the proposed modified… | ||
| scan0045 | Sending a 20 HP car, model 11-G-111, to London with a modified louvred bonnet. | ||
| View original record | X5260 To CWB, from Hs. c. to FN. c. to C. Hs5/LG10.11.26. 20 HP. LOUVRED BONNET. We are sending 11-G-111 to London tomorrow fitted with the louvred bonnet, one side of which has the modified type of… | ||
| scan0046 | The superior appearance of shorter nearside louvres on the 20 HP car. | ||
| View original record | S/W Hs. X5260 C1/C12.11.26. Re 20 h.p.Louvres. ------ We have examined the 20 h.p. car you sent down yesterday, and all agree that the shorter louvres on the nearside are superior in appearance. Will… | ||
| scan0047 | Improved appearance and standardization of louvres on bonnets. | ||
| View original record | S/W Hs. Y5260 C11/C17.11.26. Re Louvres on Bonnets ------- Further to our C1/C12.11.26. this is not quite correct, inasmuch as Sales generally thought that the appearance would be improved if the… | ||
| scan0048 | Improvements to the Phantom throttle control and a proposal for standardising reduced-height bonnet louvres for the 20 HP car. | ||
| View original record | To R. To E. } FROM HS. X5260 [Handwritten, crossed out] Hs2/LG18.11.26. X8140 [Handwritten] X8080 [Handwritten, crossed out] PHANTOM THROTTLE CONTROL. 8-EX car which Dodd is bringing to WW. is fitted… | ||
| scan0049 | Standardisation of louvres in the bonnet to improve appearance. | ||
| View original record | RR 755 REVISED (10H) (DE 444 6-10-26) BM. Y5260 COMPLETED 29.11.26 STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Date 18.11.26 Description of Parts. LOUVRES IN BONNET. Origin. To improve appearance. X No. 5260… | ||
| scan0050 | The standardisation sheet for louvres in the bonnet of the 20 HP model. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. To Hs. from BJ. (To BY. from Hs.) BJ32/E29.11.26. STANDARDISATION SHEET - 20 HP. LOUVRES IN BONNET. With reference to the attached std. sheet for louvres in the bonnet of the 20 HP., please… | ||
| scan0051 | Aesthetic design of radiators, bonnets, and frame height for cars. | ||
| View original record | X 5260 To BJ. DA. E. from R. c. to Wor. Hs. BY. R5/M22.12.26. RR. CAR APPEARANCE - RADIATORS AND BONNETS. X.7250 X.5260 X.7260 X.5250 I am very pleased that you like the radiators with integral… | ||
| scan0052 | Bonnet dimensions and the condemnation of a new radiator design due to its appearance. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs. c. to BJ. Wor. c. to RG. E. c. to BY. X5260 Hs1/LG31.12.26. BONNET DIMENSIONS. X8260 X7260 Attached is a sketch which gives bonnet dimensions on various cars. Your own car (7-EX) is 'W'… | ||
| scan0053 | Blueprint detailing the dimensions for four different bonnet series. | ||
| View original record | o 30.12.26, BONNET DIMENSIONS., E.72755 V. SERIES, 25.625, 20.600, 46.500, 21.150, 27.625, E.73055. 8EX. W.SERIES, 26.900, 21.700, 46.500, 22.100, 28.600, E74637 - E.A.C.VIII 12 Ex, 26.625, 21.600,… | ||
| scan0054 | Design and improvement of bonnet fittings, clips, and locks for various car models. | ||
| View original record | To DA/EV. from R. c. to E. c. to Hs. c. to BJ. Wor. BY. X5260 BONNET FITTINGS - X.8260 X.1140 CLIPS AND LOCKS. X.7260 X.5260 Our older 40/50, bonnet clip and lock was not really up to RR. standard.… | ||
| scan0055 | New bonnet lock schemes and lock barrel design for 40/50 and 20 HP models. | ||
| View original record | To DA/EV. BY: Hs. from R. c. to BJ. Wor. 15260 R2/M3.1.27. BONNET LOCK - 40/50 AND 20 HP. X. 8260 X. 5260 X. 1140 If our new bonnet catches do not prove a success we shall require some scheme of catch… | ||
| scan0056 | Design details of gear wheels, pins, and new bonnet fasteners, with references to sketches. | ||
| View original record | contd :- In designing the details I think face control if possible is better, otherwise pin has to be strong cantilever. Clearance should be arranged where-ever possible without decreasing the… | ||
| scan0057 | Design improvements for bonnet clips and overall bonnet aesthetics and dimensions. | ||
| View original record | To DA/EV. E. Hs. from R. c. to BJ. Wor. BY. BONNET CLIPS. X.1140 X.8260 X.5260 Another scheme of the above is to have a spring finger inside the bonnet, carried by bonnet. This reaches through the… | ||
| scan0058 | Correcting a measurement for the 40/50 HP Bonnet and discussing appearance improvements. | ||
| View original record | 45260 To BJ.) BY.) Hs.) FROM DA. DA1/M11.1.27. 40/50 HP. BONNET. X.8260 X.5260 With reference to R1/M3.1.27., would you please note that the figure 5/8 for the shorter bonnet, mentioned in paras. 2.… | ||
| scan0059 | Trial of a new bonnet lock and fastener design. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. DA/EV. BY. from R. c. to BJ. Wor. E. X5260 R5/M22.3.27. 40/50 HP. BONNET LOCK & X.5260 20 HP. BONNET FASTENER. X.8260 X.1140 Derby has had a novel bonnet fastener for some time. It is worth… | ||
| scan0060 | Deletion of rear shutters and bonnet louvres on Phantom & Goshawk models. | ||
| View original record | X5260 To B.J. from R. c. to Hs. R2/M5. 7.27. PHANTOM & GOSHAWK SHUTTERS. X.55 X.5260 X.8260 X.1085 I certainly agree to deleting the rear shutters, also that we do not in future fit bonnet louvres.… | ||
| scan0061 | Modifications to the Phantom bonnet catch and a query on the 20 HP model. | ||
| View original record | BY. from DA. c. to BJ 1/2 Hs. V5260 DA1/M10.9.27. PHANTOM BONNET CATCH. X.8260 X.1140 X.5260 Herewith we send N.sch.2464 shewing the modifications to the new bonnet catch to simplify and cheapen it.… | ||
| scan0062 | Standardisation of chassis parts relating to a wider dashboard and bonnet to improve coachwork. | ||
| View original record | RR 755 REVISED (10H) (DE 649 9-12-26) BM. 2/1157. X5260 COMPLETED 23.12.27 STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Date 10.11.27 Description of Parts. WIDER DASHBOARD AND BONNET. Origin. To improve… | ||
| scan0063 | Standardisation form for chassis parts detailing testing and associated costs. | ||
| View original record | STANDARDISATION OF CHASSIS PARTS 19.10.28 (1) The number of the first chassis on which the new part will be fitted. N.J. series. (2) Date when the chassis will be handed to test. Oct. 1928. (3) Cost… | ||
| scan0064 | The failure of rivets on 20 HP Bonnet Side Strips, suggesting using larger and more rivets in the future. | ||
| View original record | By. C. to Hs. X5260 Hm/NRCll/KW.3.5.28. Re 20 HP. Bonnet Side Strips. We find a very large number of cars in which the bonnet angle is broken away from the side strip, owing to the failure of the… | ||
| scan0065 | Alteration to increase the size and number of rivets on 20-HP bonnet side strips. | ||
| View original record | X5260 C. Hs. BY/Cgh10/K. 7. 5. 28. 20-HP BONNET SIDE STRIPS. In reply to Hm/NRC11/KW3.5.28., as a result of the last 10,000 miles test on a 20-HP chassis we increased the size and number of rivets… | ||
| scan0066 | Standardisation of new dimensions for the 20.HP bonnet, radiator, and dash, following a proposal to Mr. Royce. | ||
| View original record | to [redacted] from Ev. X5260 EV1/15.5.28. ORIGINAL Hs. copy to [redacted], Hs. RE 20.HP. BONNET. We have shewn the photograph of Mr. Geoffrey Smith's "Twenty" to Mr. Royce, and have suggested to him… | ||
| scan0067 | Standardisation of an improved appearance for the 20 HP model, including the bonnet, radiator and dash. | ||
| View original record | BY. from DA/EV. c. to Hs. SG. X5260DA/EV1/M19.5.28. IMPROVED APPEARANCE OF 20 HP. X.5770 X.5260 X.5830 X.5250 You will have seen by SGll/M16.5.28., that BJ. and members of the Sales conference have… | ||
| scan0068 | Modifications to the 20 HP improved bonnet, dash, and radiator. | ||
| View original record | BY. from DA/EV. c. to Hs. X5260 DA/EV1/M23.5.28. 20 HP. IMPROVED BONNET. X.5260 X.5250 X.5300 Thank you for your BY7/G21.5.28. We are under the impression that the producing of the radiator bonnet and… | ||
| scan0069 | Approving the colour scheme for a Barkerlite Coupe limousine and arranging for the bonnet to be sent for painting. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from DA/EV. x5260 DA/EVL/MB.7.28. FIRST INDIA 3. X.5770 X.5830 X.5260 The colour scheme approved by R. for the Barkerlite Coupe limousine for the first India 3. is black head, rear quarters,… | ||
| scan0070 | Telegram concerning the urgent delivery of a bonnet for a Barkers Coupe Limousine required for cellulosing. | ||
| View original record | Office Stamp: DERBY 23 JUL 28 To: ROYCAR DERBY Time handed in: 5.17 Date handed in: JUL 24 1928 Office of Origin: LONDON R Words: 14 Message: = AWES RS COUPE LIMOUSINE - BARKERS MUST HAVE BONNET… | ||
| scan0071 | Confirmation of wire regarding the requirement for Barker's to have a bonnet cellulosed to match fabric. | ||
| View original record | ORIGINAL CONFIRMATION OF WIRE. X5260 WW. 24. 7. 28. HIVES. ROYCAR. DERBY. MADE AT CROXLEY BARKER'S MUST HAVE BONNET 12-G.4. TO CELLULOSE TO MATCH FABRIC. EVERNDEN. | ||
| scan0072 | Telegram regarding the requirement for a bonnet to be cellulosed to match fabric. | ||
| View original record | Hives Roycar Derby. Barkers must have bonnet 12 g. 4 to cellulose to match fabric. Evernden. | ||
| scan0073 | Coachbuilding error concerning the paint and fabric on a Coupe Limousine's bonnet and scuttle. | ||
| View original record | X5260 SG. from DA/EV. c. to R. BJ. Hs. DA/EV3/M14. 8. 28. INDIA 3. COUPE LIMOUSINE FOR R. X.5830 X.5260 The coachbuilders and Derby between them have spoilt this car. The original instructions were… | ||
| scan0074 | Paint colour error on a Coupe Limousine for Mr. Royce. | ||
| View original record | hs. from DA/EV. c. to R. BJ. Sg. 45260. EV1/22. 8. 28. RE. INDIA 3. X.5830 X.5260 COUPE LIMOUSINE FOR MR. ROYCE. From your Hsl/LG20. 8. 28 it would appear that our opening remark in DA/EV3/M14. 8. 28… | ||
| scan0075 | Reasons for monitoring coachbuilders and outlining the division of responsibilities for body construction. | ||
| View original record | contd :- -2- that the construction be closely watched for the following reasons :- 1. The coachbuilders cannot work to drawings. 2. The chassis is always a strange one, but they are never able to have… | ||
| scan0076 | Design and standardization of bonnets for Phantom and SS models. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Ev. c. to BY. X5260 EV2/M24.9.28. RE. BONNETS. PHANTON & 'SS'. X.7260 X.5280 The views which R. has expressed with regard to the bonnet of India 3. car 12-G-4 also apply to the bonnet of… | ||
| scan0077 | Design criticisms and modifications for bonnets on the India 3 and Twenty models. | ||
| View original record | to EV. from Da/Ev. X5260 ORIGINAL EV1/24.9.28. copy to BJ. C. Hs. RE BONNETS. X5260 INDIA 3. & TWENTY. We send herewith N.Sch.2723. shewing comparisons between various 40/50 & 20.HP. bonnets and… | ||
| scan0078 | Alteration of a Sedanca scuttle by coachbuilder Hoopers for chassis 14-G-4. | ||
| View original record | C. from DA/EV. c. to Hs. BY. X5260 DA/EV1/M27.9.28. BONNETS - INDIA 3 & TWENTY. X.5260 X.5830 Further to our EV1/24.9.28., we have ascertained that Hoopers can alter the scuttle of the sedanca for… | ||
| scan0079 | Halting work on a 20 HP chassis due to a modified bonnet being 4 1/4 inches longer than standard. | ||
| View original record | DA. c. Hs. X5260 BY/Cghl/G.5.10.28. 20 HP. CHASSIS - MODIFIED BONNET & DASH. With reference to N. Sch. 2724 showing the above, we find that you have shown the bonnet to be 4 1/4" longer than standard,… | ||
| scan0080 | Potential service issue with the 20-HP new type shutter control mechanism. | ||
| View original record | BY C. Hs X5260 EP1/H30.10.28. 20-HP. NEW TYPE SHUTTER CONTROL MECHANISM. The above, I am afraid, is likely to give trouble in service. The tap maintains its closed position by friction set up in the… | ||
| scan0081 | Modifications to the 20 HP chassis bonnet and dash, and its impact on material for 'O' Series and an experimental car. | ||
| View original record | X5260 S/W. (Copy to Hs) Sg8/M/5.11.28. Re: 20 HP. Chassis - Modified Bonnet & Dash. Referring to BY/Cgh6/G28.9.28. re second modification to 20 HP. chassis bonnet and dash as per N.Sch. 2724, we note… | ||
| scan0082 | Minor modification to the 20 HP car's bonnet and dash, suggesting a decision be made from drawings. | ||
| View original record | X5260 To SG; from Hs. c. to BY. c. to DA/EV. Hsl/LG6.11.28. 20 HP. MODIFIED BONNET AND DASH. X5500 It will be at least three or four weeks before we have a 20 HP. car fitted with the modification XXXX… | ||
| scan0083 | New design for bonnet fasteners and locks, and its potential use on trials cars. | ||
| View original record | Hs. BY. from R. DA/EV. c. to BJ. Wor. Sg. X5260 R3/M6.11.28. 'SS' AND G.4. X, 5260 BONNET FASTENERS & LOCK. X. 7260 X,1140 Many months ago we worked hard to produce a new design of these. Is the new… | ||
| scan0084 | Standardisation of chassis parts, specifically a modification to the bonnet lines. | ||
| View original record | RR 785 REVISED (10H) (D.C. 777-29-2-28) MC C.LTD STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. COMPLETED 11.1.29 Date 6.11.28 Description of Parts. MODIFICATION TO BONNET LINES. Origin. To improve appearance.… | ||
| scan0085 | Form detailing chassis part fitting, testing date, and associated costs. | ||
| View original record | The number of the chassis on which the new part will be fitted. 101 on 'O' series. Date when chassis will be handed to test. 25th. May 1929. Cost of scrapped material, if any. Nil. Cost of jigs and… | ||
| scan0086 | Modified bonnet, radiator, and dash for a 25 HP chassis, referencing a similar design for the Phantom II. | ||
| View original record | COPY. X5260. To BY. From DA/EV. DA/EV2/4.11.29. c. to,Sg. Hs. X.5260 X.5250 X.5500 X.5770 MODIFIED BONNET, RADIATOR & DASH. 25 HP. We send herewith N.Sch.2980 shewing a modified bonnet, radiator and… | ||
| scan0087 | Secret memorandum discussing design improvements for the dashboard and bonnet of the 20/25 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | COPY. BY. From EV. c. HS. c. Sg. SECRET. X5260 EV9/JL.27.2.30. X.5830 X.5260 X.5500 X.5250 X.5770 Re: Improved Dashboard, Bonnet and Radiator 20/25 HP. We send herewith N.Sch.3047 showing the improved… | ||
| scan0088 | Modification of a 20 HP dashboard and radiator due to sales not agreeing with the bonnet curves. | ||
| View original record | RHC. c. Hs. c. F. Dept. c. E. Dept. x 5260. BYA/G.27.2.30. X.5260 X.5500 X.5250 X.5830 X.5770 20 HP. MODIFIED DASHBOARD AND RADIATOR. Mr. Evernden has informed me over the telephone that the N.Sch.… | ||
| scan0089 | Request to send a bonnet to the coachbuilders for cellulosing to ensure a correct color match. | ||
| View original record | Hs. at W. Copy to EV. X5260 Hn6/EDI/26-4-30. 20/25 ENC. LIM. BY PARK WARD FOR EXPERIMENTAL DEPT. We really think that if it is at all possible you should send along to the coachbuilders the bonnet for… | ||
| scan0090 | Delay in supplying bonnets for the 20 HP and Phantom II chassis. | ||
| View original record | YS260 Hn. From Hs/Rm. c. to Ev. Hs/Rm.4/MJ.28.4.30. Ref: to Hn6/EDL/26.4.30, and Hn7/EDL/26.4.30. With reference to the bonnets that you are asking for, for the 20 HP. and Phantom ll. As soon as ever… | ||
| scan0091 | Supply arrangements for bonnet locks on 40/50 HP and 20/25 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | Sg. Wor. Hs. Cx. ---- COPY. X 5260. BY1/N.2.6.30. ------------ Re. Bonnet Locks. X. 7260. ---------------- X. 5260. Referring to Sg4/E28.5.30. I have made enquiries in regard to the position of our… | ||
| scan0092 | Scheme for a concealed bonnet side hinge for P.2 and 25 HP models. | ||
| View original record | X5260. BY. from Da/Ev. c. Sg. Hs. c. C. Oy. Da/Ev1/M28.6.30. X. 7260 X. 5260 CONCEALED BONNET SIDE HINGE P.2. and 25 HP. We send herewith N.schemes 3126 and 3127 shewing a scheme for covering over the… | ||
| scan0093 | Revisions to the bonnet and dash for the 20/25 HP model, including modifications to the radiator. | ||
| View original record | X's260 By. from Da c. Hs. Sg. Da1/M16.8.30. X.7250 X.7260 20/25 HP. REVISED BONNET AND DASH. We thank you for your Hs=Rn6/AD13.8.30. As we understand that neither Sg. or yourselves like the look of… | ||
| scan0094 | Tests conducted on a Phantom II to determine if a louvered bonnet improves cooling and reduces overheating during hill climbs. | ||
| View original record | Hd. From Hs/Rm. For Depot Sheet. X5260. Hs/Rm.6/MJ. 8.10.30. X.766. X.5'260. We understand that there have been one or two complaints on 20 Hp. cars of overheating when hill climbing. In order to… | ||
| scan0095 | Modifications required to fit a revised radiator and bonnet due to changes in the scuttle design on a Phantom II. | ||
| View original record | HS. From DA/EV. X5260 DA/EV2/M10.10.30. Copy to - BY. 18-G-IV. X.5770 X.5260 BY. has informed us that you cannot fit the latest modifications to the revised radiator and bonnet on this car because you… | ||
| scan0096 | Requesting a progress update on experiments for adjustable pedal stems, concealed bonnet hinges, and bonnet modifications. | ||
| View original record | COPY. X5260. HS. FROM DA/EV. DA/EV3/M11.10.30. X. 7470. X. 5260. X. 7260. We would be glad if you could tell us the state of progress of the following experiments: (1) Adjustable pedal stems - P.2.-… | ||
| scan0097 | Arrangement of the bonnet over the dashboard for the Phantom II N.2 Series. | ||
| View original record | J 5260. To Da/Ev. From Hs. C. to By. Hs.1/MJ.13.10.30. 18-G4. With reference to Da/Ev2/M10.10.30. We are arranging to carry the bonnet over the dashboard as on Phantom ll N.2 Series. We do not… | ||
| scan0098 | The status of experiments on adjustable pedal stems, concealed bonnet hinges, and a bonnet modification. | ||
| View original record | X5260 To DA/EV. From Hs. Hs.3/MJ/13.10.30. X.7470. X.7260. X.5260. Replying to DA/EV3/M11.10.30. The position of the experiments you ask for is as follows:- (1) Adjustable Pedal Stems. P.11. These… | ||
| scan0099 | Improvements for radiators and bonnets, specifically regarding square tubes, overflow valves, and bonnet vents. | ||
| View original record | HS. } FROM R. BY. } X5260 R1/M14.10.30. Copy to SG. Copy to WGR. Copy to E. DA. EV. RADIATORS & BONNETS. SQUARE TUBES? OVERFLOW VALVE, & BONNET VENT. X.7250 X.5260. X.5250. X.1085. X.7260. X.756.… | ||
| scan0100 | Criticisms and potential design improvements for car bonnets and radiators. | ||
| View original record | X5260 TO HS. FROM EV. EV1/25.10.30. X.5250. X.7260. X.5260. X.7250. COPY TO BY. E. BONNETS, ETC. We have received various criticisms of our bonnets and radiators. This memo is an attempt to summarise… | ||
| scan0101 | Design suggestions for a detachable filler cap, horizontal louvres, and bonnet sides. | ||
| View original record | (2) EV1/25.10.30. cont. (h) A quickly detachable filler cap has been suggested. We have one for the petrol tank on N.2. series, but that design would not be suitable for the radiator. It would be… | ||
| scan0102 | And seeking clarification on design choices for radiators, tubes, and bonnet vents. | ||
| View original record | COPY. x5260 To Wor. From Sg. c. to Hs. By. c. to EV. re Radiators & Bonnets. Square Tubes, Overflow Valve and Bonnet Vent. Sg18/E27.10.30. X.7250.X.5260 X.5250.X.1085. X.7260.X.766. I have just seen… | ||
| scan0103 | Performance and cost of square vs round radiator tubes and bonnet ventilation design. | ||
| View original record | COPY. SX5260. To Wor. From Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm.1/MS30.10.30. Re. Radiators and Bonnets. X.7250. X.1085. X.5250. X.766. X.7260. X.5260. With reference to Sg18/E.27.10.30. We think that the real facts that R.… | ||
| scan0104 | Proposed proportions for the bonnet, radiator, and dashboard for the 'Japan 3' model based on previous criticisms. | ||
| View original record | X5260. BY. FROM DA/EV. DA/EV1/M31.1.31. C. to R. SG. C. to WOR. HS. E. JAPAN 3. BONNET, RADIATOR & DASH. X.5260. X.5250. X.5500. we send herewith N. sch. 3208. shewing the proposed proportions of the… | ||
| scan0105 | Design and manufacturing changes for car bonnets, including materials, fittings, and construction methods. | ||
| View original record | HS. } FROM DA/EV. SG. } C. to BY. WOR. E. re. BONNETS. X.7260. We are assuming that the following are accepted facts: (1) That nothing be done for 20/25 bonnet. (2) That it is not desired to change… | ||
| scan0106 | Design and mock-up of a new bonnet, radiator, and dashboard for the 'Japan 3' project. | ||
| View original record | X5260 SG. FROM DA/EV. DA/EV2/M19.2.31. C. to BY/CGH. HS. E. JAPAN 3. BONNET, RADIATOR & DASH. X.5260. X.5250. X.5500. We have not received a copy of BY/CGH10/G13231. referred to in your SG3/E181231.… | ||
| scan0107 | Dimensional errors found on the mock-up of the Japan II bonnet, radiator, and dash for a 20/25 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | TO HS. FROM EV. COPY TO SG. BY. SECRET. X5260 EV1/19.3.31. RE BONNET RADIATOR & DASH JAPAN III. X. 5260. X. 5250. X. 5500. I went to London yesterday to see the mock-up of the Japan II. bonnet,… | ||
| scan0108 | Incorrect bonnet for the Japan III project, requesting information on the error. | ||
| View original record | X5260 SECRET. X.5260 X.5250 X.5500 To BY from Sg. re Bonnet, Radiator & Dash. Sg1/E20.3.31. Copy to Hs. Japan III. Referring to EVK/19.3.31 I was disappointed to hear that the bonnet sent up was… | ||
| scan0109 | Secret memo regarding the verified dimensions of a mock-up bonnet and radiator for the Japan III project. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. X5260 Sg. c. Hs. BY/Cgh22/G24.3.31. X.5260 X.5250 X.5500 RE BOONET, RADIATOR AND DASH - JAPAN 111 With reference to Sgl/E.20.3.31. we are at a loss to understand how EV. makes it out that the… | ||
| scan0110 | Secret memo regarding the appearance of a mock-up for the Bonnet, Radiator and Dash of the Japan III project. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. To BY. From Sg. E. to Hs. Da/Ev. Hn. X5260. X.5250. X.5260. X.5500. Sg11/E31.3.31. Re. Bonnet, Radiator and Dash - Japan 111. Referring to the mock-up which I saw when at Derby last week, I… | ||
| scan0111 | Revised bonnet overhanging the dash with concealed bonnet hinges. | ||
| View original record | RR 755 (10H) (3-7-30) BM. 6/2571. X5260 COMPLETED 29.4.31. STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Date 15.1.31. Description of Parts. Revised Bonnet overhanging Dash and concealed Bonnet Hinges. Origin. To… | ||
| scan0112 | Notification that a change was not sent for tooling due to a probable modification. | ||
| View original record | STANDARDISATION OF CHASSIS PARTS Not sent through for tooling owing to probable change. STAMP: RECEIVED STAMP: R L APR 27 1931 | ||
| scan0113 | Bonnet and side wheel carrier modifications for the 20/25 'T' series and their impact on coachwork. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Da/Ev. c. Sg. Wor. c. Ev. E. X5260 Da/Ev4/M6.5.31. 20/25 - SECOND HALF OF "T" SERIES. BONNET AND SIDE WHEEL CARRIER. X.5260 X.5600 X.5770 Due to coachwork commitments in the form of… | ||
| scan0114 | Proposed lengthening of the bonnet for the second half 'T' series 20/25 model and a discussion on bonnet clip options. | ||
| View original record | X5260 SG. FROM DA/EV. DA/EV2/M8.5.31. Copy to - WOR. " HS. " BY. BONNET - SECOND HALF OF 'T' SERIES. So far the only change proposed for the bonnet of this series of 20/25, is the lengthening due to… | ||
| scan0115 | The design of a universal dashboard for the second half of the 'T' series 20/25. | ||
| View original record | BY/CGH. FROM DA/EV. XS260 DA/EV1/M16.5.31. C. to SG. WOR. HS. BONNETS AND DASHBOARDS. X.5260. SECOND HALF OF 'T' SERIES. X.5500. With reference to BY/CGH22/G13531., addressed to SG., we have not seen… | ||
| scan0116 | Increasing bonnet side panel clearance on 40/50 & 25 HP models to prevent knocking. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM DA/EV. Copy to Hs. X5260 DA/EV1/M11.6.31. BONNETS - 40/50 & 25 HP. X.7260 X.5260 We are asked by R. to inform you that he wishes the bonnet side panel to be given a greater clearance between… | ||
| scan0117 | Manufacture of rivetless bonnets and the issues with using steel. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from Ev. c. Sg. E. Bv. X5260 Ev2/18.6.31. X.385 X.7260 X.5260 RE : RIVETLESS BONNETS. This is to confirm our conversation re the matter of rivetless bonnets by telephone yesterday. You say that… | ||
| scan0118 | Material choices and designs for aluminium car bonnets, including hinges, rivets, and stiffeners. | ||
| View original record | -2- EV2/18.6.31 contd. Also we fear that as the hinge material of the hinge would not be rustless terrible staining would occur in the case of light coloured cars. ALUMINIUM BONNETS. Our original… | ||
| scan0119 | New rivetless aluminium bonnet design for the 20/25 model. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM DA/EV. X626 DA/EV2/M23.6.31. X. 7260 X. 5260 X. 385. Copy to SG. HS. re. BONNETS. We have already outlined to you a means of building up a steel bonnet for the 20/25, using electric spot… | ||
| scan0120 | Design considerations for rivetless aluminium and steel bonnets, weighing cost, weight, and manufacturing challenges. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM DA/EV. C. to SG. WOR. BY. BONNETS. X5260 DA/EV1/M8.7.31. X.385 X.7260 X.5260. We have sent to you now two designs for an aluminium bonnet with rivetless hinges. Although these bonnets have… | ||
| scan0121 | Design proposal for a rivetless steel bonnet, showing sections of the top and side hinges. | ||
| View original record | MAXIMUM OPENING OF BONNET THIS FIXED PIECE CAN BE RAISED THUS & PLATED OR CAN BE FLUSH & PAINTED SECTION OF TOP HINGE CHROMIUM PLATED SECTION OF SIDE HINGE PROPOSED STEEL BONNET WITHOUT RIVETS | ||
| scan0122 | Feedback on a new front engine and radiator support design for a 25 HP model, changed due to a deeper radiator. | ||
| View original record | XV260 HS. ) FROM R. BY. ) C. to SG. WOR. RL/M15. 8. 31. 25 HP. X. 5770 X. 5250 X. 5260 NEW FRONT ENGINE AND RADIATOR SUPPORT - CHANGED DESIGN BECAUSE OF DEEPER RADIATOR. This seems very simple,… | ||
| scan0123 | Design and production of rivet-less aluminium bonnets. | ||
| View original record | BY. ) FROM DA/EV. HS. ) X5260 DA/EV1/M20.8.31. X.7260 X.5260 X.385 X11085. Copy to SG. WOR. BONNETS WITHOUT RIVETS. We had hoped that before now we should have had an opportunity of seeing a bonnet in… | ||
| scan0124 | Requesting instructions to fit a 25 HP rivetless bonnet to vehicle 18-G4. | ||
| View original record | To BY. From Hs/Lid. c. to RHC. 85260. Hs/Lid.7/MJ.3.9.31. 25 HP. RIVETLESS BONNET. In order to bring 18-G4 up to date for Sg. it should be fitted with a rivetless bonnet. We have at present no details… | ||
| scan0125 | Proposals for longer and rivetless bonnets for the 25 HP model. | ||
| View original record | TO BY. FROM DA/EV. X5260 EV1/28.11.31. X5260. Copy to SG. CX. HS. LONGER BONNETS. 25 HP. We thank you for your BY/Ogh4/G. 25.11.31. and the attached drawing and memos re the above. We have long been… | ||
| scan0126 | Design of longer bonnets for the 25 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | LID W/S (Cx) c. Ss c. Hs. c. DA/EV. x5260. BY/Cgh.7/G. 30.11.31. RE LONGER BONNETS FOR 25 HP. CHASSIS. --------------------------------------- With reference to EV.1/28.11.31. we send you herewith… | ||
| scan0127 | Technical memo discussing the lengthening of bonnets for the 25 HP model. | ||
| View original record | COPY. X5260. CX. FROM DA/EV. DA/EV.1/M.3. 12. 31. X5260 C. to SG. BY. HS. 25 HP. LONGER BONNETS. This is to confirm our conversation of yesterday re. the above, when discussing the print of… | ||
| scan0128 | The design and introduction of longer bonnets for the 25 HP series cars. | ||
| View original record | Hs. 85260. S/W. BY. (c. to Sg,Hs, DA/Ev.Bs.Hn) re- Longer Bonnets for 25 h.p. We have this morning placed before Sg, N.Scheme 3381, being the design for the longer bonnet intended for "W" series 20/25… | ||
| scan0129 | Standardisation of flip flap type bonnet ventilators similar to Phantom to overcome overheating. | ||
| View original record | RR 755 (10H) (8459, 24-10-30) 6/3185. X5260. COMPLETED 4.12.31. STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Date 5.10.31 Description of Parts. FLIP FLAP TYPE BONNET VENTILATORS SIMILAR TO PHANTOM. Origin. To… | ||
| scan0130 | Standardisation document detailing the fitting of a new part to chassis 101 in 'T'. | ||
| View original record | STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS The number of the first chassis on which the new part will be fitted......... 101 in 'T'. Date when chassis will be handed to test...... --- Cost of scrapped materiel,… | ||
| scan0131 | The design and production of longer bonnets for the 25 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | W/S (Cx) c. Sg. c. Hs. c. DA/EV. c. Bs. c. Hn. X5260 BY/Cgh.12/G. 4.12.31. [STAMP] RECEIVED 5 DEC 1931 RE LONGER BONNETS FOR 25 HP. CHASSIS. With reference to Cx.9/KW.3.12.31. we would like to point… | ||
| scan0132 | Proposed modifications to the 25HP car bonnet, including lengthening and using different hinges and fasteners. | ||
| View original record | Sg. FROM Hs/Lld. c. to Cx. Hn. c. DA/EV. By. LONGER BONNETS FOR 25HP. Whilst we appreciate the desirability of lengthening and in other ways improving the 25HP car bonnet we do not agree that all the… | ||
| scan0133 | Design requirements for longer bonnets on the 25 HP model. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Hs/Lid. c. to Sg, BY, DA/Ev, Hn. LID X5260. RECEIVED STAMP Cx8/KW8.12.31. Longer Bonnets for 25 h.p. Hs/Lid1/MA5.12.31. Dealing with the points which you raise, it is not essential that the… | ||
| scan0134 | Requesting a report on schemes tested for steadying the side wheel carrier on P.2 and 25HP models. | ||
| View original record | Copy. X5260. HS. FROM DA/EV. C. to SC. CX. BY. SIDE WHEEL CARRIERS. DA/EV/L/10.12.31. X7600 X5600 X7260 X5260 We are anxious to receive a report from you re. the schemes you have tested for steadying… | ||
| scan0135 | Design and specifications for the radiator, bonnet, and dash for project J.3. | ||
| View original record | COPY. X5260. TO BY. FROM EV. EVI/17.12.31. (X5250 (X5260 X5500 COPY TO HS. RE RADIATOR BONNET AND DASH. J.3. We are about to set out the shape of the bonnet and radiator for J.3. and need some… | ||
| scan0136 | Request for information on shutter section design and the desirability of a loose shell design using stainless steel. | ||
| View original record | Copy. EV1/17.12.31 cont'd. In this connection we would be glad to receive from you the shape of the section of the shutter which you can obtain economically, and also the latest information as to… | ||
| scan0137 | Radiator, bonnet, and dash design proposals for the J.3 Chassis. | ||
| View original record | DA/EV. C. HS. x5-60. BY.9/N.19.12.31. X5250 X5260 X5500 Re: Radiator, Bonnet and Dash - J. 3. Chassis. Referring to your memo EV/1/17.12.31., we have no Arrangement Drawing made shewing the radiator… | ||
| scan0138 | Standardisation of longer bonnets and revised side wheel carrier stays for the P.2 and 25 HP models. | ||
| View original record | Copy. X5260. TO HS. FROM EV. BY. COPY TO SB. EVL/21.12.31. X7600 X5600 XT260 X5260 SIDE WHEEL CARRIERS. We take it that with the introduction of diamond engine mounting on both P.2. & the 25 HP. the… | ||
| scan0139 | Standardisation of longer car bonnets. | ||
| View original record | -2- EV1/21.12.31.cont'd. be used. We believe that we have now removed all the technical obstacles in the way of standardising the longer bonnets on both cars if N.Sch.3399 is satisfactory. EV. | ||
| scan0140 | The fit and stress issues of the overhanging bonnet on the 20/25 HP and Phantom II models. | ||
| View original record | Copy. Bs. HS. Mx. c. AEM. c. EP. c. D/BP. x5260. x7260. BY.1/G.18. 3. 32. RE: FIT OF OVERHANGING BONNET. 20/25 HP. and P.II. Referring to Bs.17/H.10.3.32, Mx.17/T.11.3.32., and Mx.13/T.12.3.32., it… | ||
| scan0141 | Urgent request for instructions on fitting bonnet locks to J.3. | ||
| View original record | x5260. By. From Hs/Lid. c. to RHC. X1140. Hs/Lid.2/MA.3.9.32. J.III BONNET. Will you please issue as quickly as possible instructions for the fitting of bonnet locks to J.3. This is extremely urgent.… | ||
| scan0142 | Test report on under-bonnet temperatures for model 19-G-IV on the road with a plain bonnet fitted. | ||
| View original record | To HS/Rm X5260. 11.10.32. Tests to ascertain temperature under the bonnet on 19-G-IV on road. Plain bonnet fitted. ---------- 1st Test. Thermometer placed under bonnet on O.S. of engine between the… | ||
| scan0143 | Table recording water temperature, under bonnet air temperature, and atmospheric temperature over time. | ||
| View original record | (2) Time. | Water Temp oC. | Air Temp. oC Under bonnet. | Atmos. Temp oC 19 min | 70 | 39 | 11 20 " | 69 | 39 | 11 21 " | 68 | 39 | 11 | ||
| scan0144 | Results of a second temperature test with a revised thermometer position near the exhaust manifold. | ||
| View original record | 2nd Test. As first test except that the thermometer for registering temperature under bonnet was moved to the N.S. of the engine within 3 inches of the exhaust manifold. Average road speed 32.3 m.p.h.… | ||
| scan0145 | Standardisation of chassis parts for a rivetless bonnet. | ||
| View original record | RR 755 (10H) (19120, 13-10-31) BM. 3/7568. X5260. COMPLETED 14.10.32. STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Date 8.1.32. Description of Parts. RIVETLESS BONNET. Origin. To improve appearance. Experimental… | ||
| scan0146 | Standardisation of chassis parts form detailing costs and approvals for a new bonnet part. | ||
| View original record | STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. HIVES. BONNET. To improve appearance. Drg. No. X 5630 Part No. Preliminary Design Issue The number of the first chassis on which the new part will be fitted.........… | ||
| scan0147 | Standardization of a new bonnet stop design for the 20/25 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | X5260 W/S. To Cx. from E. E.2/HP.9.1.34. c. Sg. Wer. Hs. By re Bonnet Stops on 20/25 Chassis. We should be interested to know if you consider bonnet stops are required on the 20/25 chassis of the same… | ||
| scan0148 | Modifications to car bonnets to prevent denting and improve support. | ||
| View original record | COPY. x5260. To By. From Sg. Re. Bonnets. Sg.4/E22.11.32. c. to Wor. Hs/Lid. PN. Cx. Mx. Hd. x5260. Referring to Hs/Lid.4/MA.18.11.32 and the last few paragraphs we have looked at the bonnet on 19-EX.… | ||
| scan0149 | The requirement for special bonnet stops on the 20/25 chassis. | ||
| View original record | HS BWG x5260 File S/W. E. c. to Sg. Wor. c. " Hs.BY. re- Bonnet Stops on 20/25 Chassis. In reply to ER/HPS.1.34, this matter was considered by us at the time when we considered the question in… | ||
| scan0150 | Request to make and fit a standard 20/25HP non-louvred bonnet to car 21.G.4. | ||
| View original record | x5260 RHC. From Hs/Std. Hs/Std.7/MA.15.6.34. Will you please have a standard 20/25HP. non-louvred bonnet made, and fitted to 21.G.4 when this car is next in the shop. Hs/Std. | ||
| scan0151 | Reduction and design of louvered bonnets for the 20/25 HP model. | ||
| View original record | x585 To BY. Copy to RHS. Hs/Rm. Hn. LR. E/Ev.1/MN.22.10.35. STEADMAN Re 20/25 H.P. Louvred Bonnet. You will see from a previous memo. written by E. that we are endeavouring to reduce the number of… | ||
| scan0152 | Potential issues with the fixing and painting of dummy louvres by coachbuilders. | ||
| View original record | -2- As we can see that there are several ways in which the scheme might give us trouble in connection with the fixing and the painting of the dummy louvres, although it is said that this scheme has… | ||
| scan0153 | Transition from FBA to BZ brake lining material. | ||
| View original record | W/N. Br. O. Hd. c. Rm/GWH. GWH Mx/SB5/MG.3.7.39 BRAKE LININGS Br/G10/G.23.6.39 We are quite agreeable to your using up as much FBA. material as possible before changing over to BZ, particularly on… | ||
| scan0154 | Recommending a wholesale changeover to BZ type brake liners for various car models. | ||
| View original record | Hd. C.W-H C. Levallois G.R c. GWH (K) BY/SB9/MG.20.6.39 BRAKE LINERS We understand there are appreciable stocks of liners in Ferodo Bonded Asbestos, and that a decision is required as to whether a… | ||
| scan0155 | Order for parts to fix Bentley brake thumps and a modification to the fitting process. | ||
| View original record | W/P Er/VA-from HY/SE c. Rm c. Hd c. Ds c. HX c. SD/BS c. GWH (K) HY/SD7/NO.12.6.39 BRAKE THUMPS - BENTLEY Thanks for your Er/VA9/ST.9.6.39, from which we note that the Armstrong hydraulic damper sent… | ||
| scan0156 | Successful fitting of a hydraulic brake damper to a Bentley II to eliminate brake thumps and ordering more parts. | ||
| View original record | To Ra/afd. Derby [Text Struck Through] Copy to Mr. Hives [Text Struck Through] Mr. Robotham [Text Struck Through] D/BP. [Text Struck Through] O.H. "W" Levallois Sr/VaS/MT.9.6.39. Re: BENTLEY II -… | ||
| scan0157 | Solution for 'brake thumps' on the Bentley II model. | ||
| View original record | To By. C. to D.B. C. to M.X. C. to W.A.R. C. to /N - GWH. Bentley II - Brake Thumps. When Sr. was last over here he complained that brake thumps were very prevalent on B.II's. and asked if anything… | ||
| scan0158 | Forwarding a worn brake actuating shaft for examination due to peculiar wear, possibly from an electrical effect. | ||
| View original record | To By.. from GWH. Rm/GWH.14/N.15.6.38. Bentley I am forwarding the worn brake actuating shaft mentioned in my memo for your examination. ( It is scrap). I should appreciate your views re the reason of… | ||
| scan0159 | Stocking policy for relined brake shoes for various car models. | ||
| View original record | To By.. from GWH. Rm/GWH.14/N. 8.6.38. Re: Brake Shoes. I am not in agreement with memo Hd/SB.1/HR, 1.6.38, re holding stocks of brake shoes relined. At any other Depot other than R.R. they keep a… | ||
| scan0160 | Return of a Bentley anti-judder device set incorrectly made in aluminium bronze. | ||
| View original record | To Hd. from Rm/GWH. c.c. to Rm. c.c. to RHC. gWH Kingsbury. 6th May, 1937. Bentley. Anti-Judder Device. Kingsbury have received today under advice note WB.2571 4.5.37, two sets of the above. I am… | ||
| scan0161 | Seizure of the brake mechanism on Bentley 3 1/2 & 4 1/4 Litre chassis, and suggesting modifications. | ||
| View original record | To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby........... Copy to .......... Rm/AEM. Rm/GWH. Br. is absent Levallois Re: SEIZURE OF BRAKE MECHANISM ON BENTLEY 3 1/2 & 4 1/4 LITRE CHASSIS.… | ||
| scan0162 | Improvements to brake shoe and front brake mechanisms to reduce cost and difficulty. | ||
| View original record | VA5/ET.5.1.38 - 2 - bush should be in two portions with a steel washer fitted between the two brake shoes, as indicated on the attached sketch. We would also suggest that the pins of the toggle forks… | ||
| scan0163 | Complaint of seizing Bentley rear brakes and the subsequent modification to the shoe clearance. | ||
| View original record | Rm/GWH c. Rm c. Mx. c. BY. c. RHC. RHC/Cy.3/MND.18.10.37. BENTLEY REAR BRAKES. We have investigated this complaint of rear brakes seizing due to pinching of the shoes between the anchorage plates. To… | ||
| scan0164 | Requesting an update on the production status of a redesigned spring for the pilot shoe of Bentley Brakes. | ||
| View original record | BY. Rm/GWH.29/N.12.10.37. Re: Bentley Brakes - Spring for pilot shoe. Will you please let me know the position regarding the redesigned spring for the pilot shoe. We are fitting a spring here that we… | ||
| scan0165 | Use and cost-effectiveness of cadmium plating on steel bushes for rear brakes. | ||
| View original record | Rm. Rm/GWH. c. RHC. c. Rm/AFM. c. BY/TWD. c. Hs. REAR BRAKE BINDING. Referring to Rm/GWH.3/R.5.12.36. I find that the treatment of the steel bushes by plating with cadmium was only brought in during… | ||
| scan0166 | Test report on a modified lubrication system for Bentley rear brake actuating shafts. | ||
| View original record | GWH. Hs. from Rm/GWH. E. By. Rm. Rm/GWH2/R.10.12.36. Bentley Modified Lubrication to Rear Brake Actuating Shafts O.L.833. I have at your request made a test to see whether there is a sufficient supply… | ||
| scan0167 | Complaint regarding Bentley rear brake shoes seizing on the anchorage steel tube due to rusting. | ||
| View original record | JNH. By. from Rm/GWH. c. to RHC. c. to Rm/AFM. Bentley. Rm/GWH3/R.5.12.36. COMPLAINT - REAR BRAKES BINDING. There has been a number of Bentley in lately with the rear foot brake shoes seized almost… | ||
| scan0168 | Customer complaint about squeaking brakes on a Bentley, Chassis B.161.HM. | ||
| View original record | To By.... from Rm/GWH. c. Rm. c. Mx. Rm/GWH.14/N.10.3.38. Bentley Brakes - BZ. Brake Lining. Chassis B.161.HM. The owner of the above car is always complaining of squeaks. This car was fitted up with… | ||
| scan0169 | Letter acknowledging a memo about troubles with Bentley rear brake mechanisms. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/GWH. Kingsbury FEB 18 Levallois Sr/VA5/Fr 16.2.38 1938 Re: BENTLEY REAR BRAKES. We thank you for your letter of the IIth instant, giving details of the Works memo concerning troubles with… | ||
| scan0170 | Modifications to Bentley rear brakes regarding the floating fulcrum bush, heat treatment, and plating of pins. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm/GWH. (K) BY/NS.11/G.9.2.38. c. RHE/BG. BENTLEY. REAR BRAKES. SECTION 6130. In service trouble is experienced because the floating fulcrum bush becomes tight in the brake shoes. It is thought… | ||
| scan0171 | Letter concerning a seized brake mechanism on a Bentley 3 1/2 & 4 1/4 Litre chassis, detailing an investigation and potential modifications. | ||
| View original record | To Bentley Motors Ltd. Kingsbury......... Rm/GWH. Levallois Sr/VA5/ET.27.I.38 Re: SEIZURE OF BRAKE MECHANISM ON BENTLEY 3 1/2 & 4 1/4 LITRE CHASSIS. --------------------- With reference to our… | ||
| scan0172 | Decision to scrap existing MR brake linings in stock for an improved type. | ||
| View original record | S/W To GWH. from Sg. re Brake Linings. Copy to Hs. Sg4/E11.2.38 Referring to Rm/GWH.12/N.10.2.38 as soon as I saw your first report about this, I immediately made enquiries regarding the numbers and… | ||
| scan0173 | Disappointments with BZ brake lining material and new experiments with MR.3. | ||
| View original record | S/W To GWH from Sg. re Brake Linings. Sg23/E16.2.38 Referring to Sg4/E11.2.38 I discussed this at Derby and apparently there have been some disappointments with the BZ material and the Experimental… | ||
| scan0174 | Brake lining issues, specifically groaning and squeaking, on a Bentley car. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. from Rm/GWH. c. HS. Rm/GWH.12/N.10.2.38. Re: Brake Linings. To substantiate my report on the continued use of MR. brake linings as against the improved BZ; a Bentley car B.109.DK. came in to… | ||
| scan0175 | Letter to Bentley Motors Ltd. regarding the creation of cutters for machining brake linings. | ||
| View original record | To Bentley Motors Ltd. Kingsbury....... Pk/KC. Levallois Sr/VA3/ET.20.I.38 Re: CUTTER FOR MACHINING BRAKE LININGS OF 3 1/2 AND 4 1/4 LITRE CHASSIS. We have now made the cutters (one for the front and… | ||
| scan0176 | Photograph of a mechanical assembly, possibly a test rig, with weights on the left and a plunger or pump on the right. | ||
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| scan0177 | Customer complaint of a groaning offside rear brake, found to be a cracked drum. | ||
| View original record | File Copy To By. from Rm/GWH. Rm/GWH.6/N.15.11.37. Re: Chassis B-144-GA - P.W.Rhodes. O.S.R. Brake Drum. Mileage 23,772. This Owner came in with a complaint of groan from the offside rear brake.… | ||
| scan0178 | Ongoing issues with seizing rear foot and hand brake shoes on Bentley vehicles. | ||
| View original record | BY. Rm. Mx. RHC. BENTLEY - REAR BRAKES. We are still experiencing trouble with the rear foot and hand brake shoes, partially seizing on the shoe anchorage, due to the boss of the shoe being nipped… | ||
| scan0179 | Letter concerning the design and supply of springs for Bentley pivoted brake shoes, and a report on a chassis breakdown. | ||
| View original record | Private. To Rm/GWH. Kingsbury. Levallois Sr/VAI/ET.4.10.37 Dear GWH., Re: SPRINGS FOR BENTLEY PIVOTTED BRAKE SHOES Many thanks for your letter of the 30th ultimo. I have carefully noted your remarks… | ||
| scan0180 | Letter detailing repairs on several customer chassis, workshop capacity issues at Rue Gide, and personal travel notes. | ||
| View original record | Sr/VAI/ET.4.10.37 - 2 - well known in London. Unfortunately, the failure of the differential casing caused other damage to the axle. We have had to send a man to Rome to attend to chassis B.155.JY,… | ||
| scan0181 | Memo discussing inconsistent load requirements for Bentley tipping shoes and brake squeak. | ||
| View original record | G.W.H.- Attached is a reply we Rm/APM have had from A.P.M. to your two notes Bentley Tipping Shoes and Brake Squeak Rm We agree with GWH that the design of Bentley tipping shoes is not such as to give… | ||
| scan0182 | Prevention of brake squeaks on Bentley & 25/30 models. | ||
| View original record | Martindale. There does not seem to be any reason why the works should not do as Glo. H. recommends. Rm. from Rm/GWH. Hawkins Car is in again with squeaks. Rm/GWH2/R.20.5.37. Have we any leced lining… | ||
| scan0183 | Memo discussing an investigation into brake squeaks and the failure of a pilot shoe spring design. | ||
| View original record | To Rm Bentley Brakes Kingbus May 28th 37 MARTINDALE Any comments Rosette We have been going into Rosette squeaks here. An investigation of the pilot shoe load has proved that it is hopeless with the… | ||
| scan0184 | The increase of a die size to achieve a lower spring rating and a comment on production parts. | ||
| View original record | going to increase the die and get a considerably less rating of spring to give us about 55-60 lbs. On production you just might as well throw the shoe away as this is as it is. R.H.H. | ||
| scan0185 | Urgent internal memo requesting the latest brake linings for a car with brake squeaks. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/GWH, SWH Rm/GWH. Kingsbury. August 19th 1937 We have a particularly bad car coming into the Depot with brake squeaks. Is it possible to let us have a set of the latest brake linings.?… | ||
| scan0186 | Confirming the dispatch of B.Z. brake linings for a Bentley with bad brake squeaks. | ||
| View original record | W/K. To Rm/GWH. from Rm/AFM. Rm/AFM.2/AP.21.8.37 With reference to your memo dated 19.8.37 a set of B.Z. brake linings have been despatched to K. for the Bentley having bad brake squeaks. Rm/AFM. GM… | ||
| scan0187 | Identifying the grease used for lubricating mechanical features inside brake drums. | ||
| View original record | By. Mx. Rm. KINGSBURY. GWH/DPB/5.8.37. re: Lubrication of the mechanical features inside brake drums. --------------------- The grease that I mentioned Cricklewood were using is made by Prices and is… | ||
| scan0188 | Clearance issues on Raymond Mays' Bentley B.24.GA after fitting larger brake drums. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from Rm/GWH. c. Rm. c. RHC. Kingsbury June 23rd.1937 RAYMOND MAYS' BENTLEY B.24.GA. 4¼ LITRE. This car has been fitted with the large cooling brake drums and the side steering arms to give… | ||
| scan0189 | Delay in obtaining new springs for a Bentley pivoted brake shoe, suggesting an alternative source in Paris. | ||
| View original record | W/P. Sr/VA. from Rm/GWH. Rm/GWH5/R.27.7.37. Re: Springs for Bentley, Pivotted Brake Shoe. We have not as yet obtained new springs for the pivotted shoe. The spring manufacturers are too busy, and it… | ||
| scan0190 | The fitting of 35° cams and brake adjustments to the Bentley London Trials Car B.119.JY. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/GWH. gWH Kingsbury, June 15th. 1937 BENTLEY LONDON TRIALS CAR. B.119.JY. The 35° cams have been fitted to the above car. All brakes have been attended to. A new spring fitted to… | ||
| scan0191 | Fitting 35° cams to London Trials Saloon B.119.JY before a test. | ||
| View original record | W/K - Mr. Hancock. Rm/AFM.21/JH.9.6.37. copy to Cx. Re London Trials Saloon B.119.JY. Jmch With reference to the memo. Cx.4/KW.9.6.37. it refers to the test of this motor/car by Mr. Maurice Platt .… | ||
| scan0192 | Successful testing of front brakes on chassis B.122.GA for Mr. F. Lang. | ||
| View original record | To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby .............Rm/GWH. Levallois Sr/VAI5/GM.12.7.37 re: CHASSIS B.122.GA - Mr. F. LANG ------------------------------- We tested the above car after the fitting of new… | ||
| scan0193 | Investigation into slack and wear issues on an Inertia Balance Lever Assembly for a Bentley Chassis. | ||
| View original record | To RHC c. to HPS. c. to Rm/GWH. GWH 4 RHC/Cy.1/LS.14.8.37 BENTLEY CHASSIS. INERTIA BALANCE LEVER ASSEMBLY. On investigating we found this is one of the earliest type made before forgings for the… | ||
| scan0194 | Brake squeak issues on Bentley cars, potential solutions, and related staffing. | ||
| View original record | Rm/GWH. from Rm. Rm11/R.18.12.36. BRAKE SQUEAKS. On the Bentley, in particular, we do not think we have taken full advantage of the various brake linings we have been testing to eliminate brake… | ||
| scan0195 | Maximum safe diameter for skimming brake drums before they must be scrapped. | ||
| View original record | 16 DK F/A contents K/KC. Hd/SB25/HR.12.2.37. re BRAKE DRUMS. With reference to your K/KC/DPB/ 11.2.37., we think it is safe to skim out these brake drums to 12.100" diameter. The drums should be… | ||
| scan0196 | Query regarding the safety thickness limits for skimming brake drums for service use. | ||
| View original record | K/W. HD/SB. c/c RM / GWH K/KC/DPB/11.2.37. THICKNESS LIMITS - BRAKE DRUMS. -------------------------- Skimming out for Service use. From time to time brake drums are lightly skimmed out at this Depot… | ||
| scan0197 | Production practices for brake linings, comparing the company's methods with those of other firms. | ||
| View original record | c. to UWH. RH/AFW2/R.31.3.37. BRAKE SQUEAKS - ALL CARS. PRODUCTION PRACTICE OF OTHER FIRMS. Of all the people to whom Ferodo's supply brake friction linings, we are apparently unique in detailing the… | ||
| scan0198 | Methods for attaching brake linings, including a tool for stretching and an alternative cement-based scheme. | ||
| View original record | -2- RM/AFMR/R.31.3.37. We attach a print to this memo showing a tool Ford's use to stretch the brake lining while it is being rivetted on. Even if the Progress Committee agree at once to alter the… | ||
| scan0199 | Recurring issue with rubbing rear brake drums on Bentley cars and a proposed solution. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Rm/GWH. GWH c to RHC. c to Rm/AFM. Kingsbury. 1st February, 1937. Bentley. Rear Brake Drums Rubbing. Approximately eighteen months ago L.Archer went into the question of the brake drums… | ||
| scan0200 | Investigation and alteration concerning rubbing in Bentley rear brake drums. | ||
| View original record | Rm/GWH. c. RHC. RHC/Cy.4/EMG.6.2.37. BENTLEY REAR BRAKE DRUMS. On investigation of the complaint of rubbing we find that approximately 2 years ago the length of the distance piece which controls this… | ||
| scan0201 | Investigation of a rattling front brake inertia balancing device on a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | Rm/AFM. from Rm/GWH. Hø. E. By. Rm. Kingsbury 2.4.37. Bentley. Front Brake inertia balancing device. We are sending to you two inertia balances which have been taken off a car for bad rattles. The… | ||
| scan0202 | Instructions to manufacture and supply a new Distance Piece (GB.2407) for the brake system. | ||
| View original record | Sft.2/MW.25.8.36. Brakes COMPLAINTS. With reference to the following memos. GWH/S/JAB. 17th August 1936. BY.11/G.21.8.36. Last week-end we received instructions from the D.O. to manufacture and supply… | ||
| scan0203 | Issues with Bentley front aprons and rear brake drums. | ||
| View original record | HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. Rm/GWH/8/JAB. 13th February 1937. To. K/KC. Kingsbury. BENTLEY FRONT APRONS. I have received a memo from By/Cgh. re.the above. He states that the trouble… | ||
| scan0204 | Instruction to replace rusted rear brake anchorage steel bushes with cadmium-plated ones on Bentley & 20/25 HP models. | ||
| View original record | GWH. To Hd. from Rm/GWH. Rm/GWH2/R.16.12.36. BENTLEY & 20/25 H.P. Will you issue a Depot Sheet instructing Depots to obtain rear brake anchorage steel bushes cadmium plated to replace those found… | ||
| scan0205 | Practical reasons for brake squeaks and the factors contributing to them. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Rm/GWH. Rm/GWH6/R.15.12.36. BRAKE SQUEAKS. With reference to the memo Rm/AFM2/R.2.12.36., I have noted the remarks. In my opinion, from a practical point of view, the report is very… | ||
| scan0206 | Analysis of brake system issues, including liner bedding, tipping shoes, and material performance. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/GWH6/R.15.12.36. (3) The bad bedding of liners, of which in service there has been ample evidence, causes squeaks through inadequate damping effect at the critical time. Also, the general… | ||
| scan0207 | Three methods for curing brake squeaks. | ||
| View original record | -3- Rm/GWH6/R.15.12.36. (1) To cure squeaks the essential thing is to keep heat down. (2) Drums stiffened up with a back plate that is out of range when vibrations are set up. (3) The Girling system… | ||
| scan0208 | Scheme to address seizing rear brake actuating shafts on a Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | Hs/GWH. c. Sg. c. Wor. c. E. c. Mx. c. Hd. c. Hs. c. BY/TWD. BY.3/G.24.8.36. BENTLEY CHASSIS - REAR BRAKE ACTUATING SHAFT. Referring to Hs/GWH.S/JAB.18.8.36. and dealing particularly with the subject… | ||
| scan0209 | Complaint of rear brakes binding due to lack of lubrication on Bentley and other models. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. From GWH. c. to Rm. Cricklewood, Oct. 2nd. Re. BENTLEY COMPLAINTS. Sg.1/E.27.10.36. The complaint of rear brakes binding due to lack of lubrication on the actuating shaft bearing is as… | ||
| scan0210 | Modification to the lubrication of the rear brake actuating shaft for a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | G.R. Ch 833 Bentley Mod Lubrication & Rear Brake Actuating Shaft D.O Instructed 2.9.36 Inst'd to Shop 7.9.36 M/C Completion promise 6.11.36 | ||
| scan0211 | Bentley Chassis 6-B-1V, detailing an issue with the servo motor and material alterations to the levers. | ||
| View original record | Rm/GWH. C. Hs. C. E. BY.3/G.12.11.36. GWH BENTLEY CHASSIS - RE: REPORT ON CHASSIS 6-B-1V. (ref. RHC/RH.1/AP.6.11.36) In going through the above and coming to the servo motor on page 6, it appeared to… | ||
| scan0212 | Requesting investigation into serious complaints regarding binding brakes on Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | S/W To GWH from Sg. re Bentley Complaints. In going through the Quarterly Complaints schedule, Hd5/HR.23.10.36 I notice on Page 2 complaints about brakes binding and the note at the side says: 'We… | ||
| scan0213 | Complaint investigation regarding Bentley brake shoe bushes, resulting in a design change from bronze to nickel steel. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Pam. Hs/GWH. G.Sft. C.Moc. O.Hd. C.H. BY/EWD. G.W.H. BY.11/G.21.8.36. COMPLAINTS GWH.5/JAB. 17.8.36. In regard to Mr. Hancock's complaint that the brake shoes on the front of the Bentley car… | ||
| scan0214 | Bush diameter with a handwritten note about the use of Nickel Steel bushes. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - BY.11/G.21.8.36. of the bush and a corresponding increase on the diameter. Nickel Steel bushes are already in use on rear brake By By BY. | ||
| scan0215 | Complaint regarding brake squeaks and inefficiency on a new Bentley chassis in Paris. | ||
| View original record | HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. GWH/5/JAB. 17th August 1936 To. By. c to. Hs/Rm. COMPLAINTS. A new Bentley chassis in Paris just arrived from England was turned down for brake squeaks &… | ||
| scan0216 | Internal memorandum regarding an experimental modification to servo discs for chassis GNC.26 to address a squeaking issue. | ||
| View original record | To W/N 'Br' from Rm/GWH. Rm/GWH.3/N.4.10.38. ------------------ ---------------------- Re: Chassis GNC.26 - Squeaking Servo. ------------------------------------- Arrangements have been made with LA.… | ||
| scan0217 | Broken ball pin from a Bentley front axle control. | ||
| View original record | By. Rm. Rm/GWH.2/N.13.10.37. Re: Bentley - Front Axle Control Ball Pin. I am forwarding to you a broken ball pin taken from a N.S.F axle control on B-91-FC. mileage 16,933. This is the first one… | ||
| scan0218 | The return of two faulty Bentley front anchorage brackets for inspection due to a design flaw. | ||
| View original record | SWH To RHC. from Rm/GWH. c. Rm. Kingsbury, June 23rd.1937 BENTLEY - FRONT ANCHORAGE BRACKETS. We are returning to you 2 Bentley front anchorage brackets for your inspection. The Ball pin in both cases… | ||
| scan0219 | Complaint about the excessive width of slots on Bentley front anchorage brackets. | ||
| View original record | Rm/GWH. from RHC/Cy. c. to Rm. c. to RHC. RHC/Cy.2/LS.29.6.37. JUN 30 BENTLEY FRONT ANCHORAGE BRACKETS. We have investigated your complaint regarding the excessive width of slot and find we have had 4… | ||
| scan0220 | The use of low carbon case hardened contacts for cross steering tubes and front axle controls, based on Bentley's design. | ||
| View original record | GWH Rm from Rm/GWH. 3rd February, 1937. Contacts for Cross Steering Tubes and front axle controls. Bentley old type Cars use low carbon case hardened contacts for all their steering couplings and get… | ||
| scan0221 | Request for axle control parts to be sent to Kingsbury and Cricklewood. | ||
| View original record | GWH To Rm. GWH6/R.18.11.36. AXLE CONTROL. Rm20/R.10.11.36. It would be of considerable assistance if two dozen sets of axle control parts could be sent to Kingsbury, and one dozen to Cricklewood. GWH. | ||
| scan0222 | Investigation into a complaint regarding a broken drill piece found wedged in a Bentley front axle oil feed hole. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/GWH. from RHC/Cy. GWH RHC/Cy.1/LS.12.4.37. BENTLEY FRONT AXLES. We have investigated your complaint on the Bentley Axle returned from Kingsbury and find that a piece of broken drill was wedged… | ||
| scan0223 | Repairs and highlighting issues with Bentley front axle controls, based on an extract from the Paris Depot repair lists. | ||
| View original record | Hs/GWH/HFW/2/JAB. 19th June 1936. To. Sg. from Customers' Complaints Dept. G.W.H. c to. Nor. c to. E. c to. By. c to. Da. c to. HZ. c to. Mx. c to. Ox. c to. WHC. c to. Hs. BENTLEY AXLE CONTROLS.… | ||