Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Scheme for fitting standard shock dampers to a Bentley 50, detailing necessary frame and exhaust modifications. | ||
| View original record | (5) Br/No. (crossed out) c. Rm. C. Day/Month/Yr (crossed out) DA.2/G.24.5.38. 842 MARTINDALE BENTLEY 50. REAR SHOCK DAMPERS. Please receive herewith the following scheme F.CD.677 Rear Shock Dampers.… | ||
| scan0002 | Order for one set of parts for a Gear Pump Assembly for experimental work on a rig. | ||
| View original record | 842 To HPS. from Rm/Clapham. c. HPS/W.B. Rm/Clapham.3/MH.21.6.38. Will you please order one set of parts for the Gear Pump Assembly for Bentley 50 shock damper control, complete to LOP.GB.3551. This… | ||
| scan0003 | Requesting the installation of rear shock dampers, which necessitates changing the petrol tank on car 1.B.50. | ||
| View original record | γ 8HZ To HPS. from Rm/Clapham. c. HPS/W.Bell. Rm/Clapham.10/MH.20.7.38. 1.B.50. We wish to put R.R. shock dampers on the rear of this car. To do this it will be necessary to change the petrol tank for… | ||
| scan0004 | Depth of rear springs and shock dampers for Bentley V and Bentley 50 models. | ||
| View original record | 8H2 + 4H2 To By/NS. from Rm/FWK. Rm/FWK.6/JH.17.5.39. BENTLEY V AND BENTLEY 50. REAR SHOCK DAMPERS. With regard to Da's. memo. on the above subject, we have not yet come to any definite decision about… | ||
| scan0005 | Letter to The Dunlop Rim & Wheel Co. Ltd. inquiring about a pressed steel wheel with a knock-off centre lock. | ||
| View original record | Bentley 50. 856 1044 October 25th 1937. Rm/FJH.9/AP. The Dunlop Rim & Wheel Co.Ltd., Foleshill, COVENTRY For the attention of Mr.Sharpe. Dear Sirs, We are looking for a pressed steel wheel to suit a… | ||
| scan0006 | Letter from Dunlop Rim & Wheel Co. Ltd. to arrange a meeting at the Works. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RIM & WHEEL CO.,LTD. WITH WHICH IS ASSOCIATED W. GOODYEAR & SONS LTD., (DUDLEY). TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "SOUND, COVENTRY." TELEPHONE: COVENTRY 8633. 5 LINES. (PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE).… | ||
| scan0007 | Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. regarding the performance of Centre Lock wheels and proposals for alternative wheel designs. | ||
| View original record | DUNLOP RUBBER CO.,LTD. FORT DUNLOP ERDINGTON BIRMINGHAM TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "DUNLOPS, PHONE, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: ERDINGTON 2121 (P.B.X) EXTENSION No. 395. YOUR REF: OUR REF: HEP/BMT.20. Messrs.… | ||
| scan0008 | Accompanying blueprints for pressed steel wheels and a tyre balancing scheme for the Bentley 11. | ||
| View original record | 1040 . 856. Rm/Gry. BY/Ald.11/G.5.1.38. BENTLEY 50. WHEELS ON BENTLEY 11. Herewith two blueprints of each of the following schemes :- S.CD.233 Pressed Steel Wheel on Front Hub. S.CD.310 Pressed Steel… | ||
| scan0009 | Blueprints for pressed steel wheels and associated parts for a Bentley 11.A. | ||
| View original record | HPS. c. Rm. c. Rm/Gry. c. Rm/AFM. 1044 BY/Ald.13/G.26.1.38 856. BENTLEY 50. PRESSED STEEL WHEELS ON BENTLEY 11.A. REAR HUBS. SECTION 6170. and TOOLS. SECTION 7400. Please receive herewith two… | ||
| scan0010 | Blueprints and parts for fitting Bentley 50 pressed steel wheels to a B.11.A front axle. | ||
| View original record | HPS. c. Rm. c. Rm/Gry. [Struck through] c. Rm/AHM. [Struck through] BY/Ald.12/G.26.1.38. 1044 [Struck through] 856 BENTLEY 50 - PRESSED STEEL WHEELS ON B.11.A. FRONT AXLE - SECTION 7044. Please… | ||
| scan0011 | Blueprints for pressed steel wheels and rear hubs for a Bentley 11.A model. | ||
| View original record | HES c. Rm c. Rm/Gry. c. Rm/AFM. BY/Ald.13/C.26.1.38 1044 856. BENTLEY 50. PRESSED STEEL WHEELS ON BENTLEY 11.A. REAR HUBS. SECTION 6170. and TOOLS. SECTION 7400. Please receive herewith two blueprints… | ||
| scan0012 | Blueprints for fitting pressed steel wheels to a Bentley 50 front axle. | ||
| View original record | HBS c. Rm c. Rm/Cry. c. Rm/AFM BY/Ald.12/G.26.1.38. 1044 856. BENTLEY 50 - PRESSED STEEL WHEELS ON B.11.A. FRONT AXLE - SECTION 7044. Please receive herewith two blueprints of each of the following… | ||
| scan0013 | Blueprints and parts for fitting pressed steel wheels to a Bentley B.11A rear axle. | ||
| View original record | H.P.S. C. Rm. C. Rm/Gry. S. Rm/ARM. BY/Ald.10/G.26.1.38. 1044 856. BENTLEY 50 - PRESSED STEEL WHEELS ON B.11A. REAR AXLE - SECTION 6120. Please receive herewith two blueprints of each of the following… | ||
| scan0014 | Parts for fitting Bentley 50 pressed steel wheels onto a B.11A rear axle. | ||
| View original record | HPS c. Rm. c. Rm/Gry. c. Rm/AFM. 1044 BY/Ald.10/G.26.1.38. 856 BENTLEY 50 - PRESSED STEEL WHEELS ON B.11A. REAR AXLE - SECTION 6120. Please receive herewith two blueprints of each of the following :-… | ||
| scan0015 | Replacement blueprint for a wheel and tyre balancing device for Bentley 50 pressed steel wheels. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Gry. ----- 1044 BY/Ald.11/G.26.1.38. 856 BENTLEY 50. PRESSED STEEL WHEELS. --------------------------------- Please receive herewith the following blue- print :- S.CD.313 Scheme of Wheel and Tyre… | ||
| scan0016 | The application of pressed steel wheels for the front end of the B.50 car. | ||
| View original record | 856. c. Bm. DA.10/G.5.5.38. PRESSED STEEL WHEELS. FRONT END OF CAR. B.50. PD.167 herewith shows the application of the pressed steel wheel to the front end of the B.50 car. The only new part involved… | ||
| scan0017 | Quotation from British Tyre & Rubber Co. Ltd. for rubber edging of wheel discs. | ||
| View original record | THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS TELEPHONE: BURTON-ON-TRENT 2977 (2 LINES). BTR REGISTERED TRADE MARK. 856. TELEGRAMS: "BRITGOODS, BURTON-ON-TRENT." NATIONAL SCHEME FOR DISABLED MEN X 1350… | ||
| scan0018 | Letter from British Tyre & Rubber Co., Ltd. concerning a quotation. | ||
| View original record | MESSRS. ROLLS ROYCE LTD. 12th October, 1938. We hope our quotation will prove of interest and that we may be favoured with your valued orders, in due course. Yours faithfully, for BRITISH TYRE &… | ||
| scan0019 | Confirming details about the weight and collection of a car body from Park Ward & Co. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: Copy to.. Ev Rm at W. Rm only 3 cwts out. What if they are the Same about weight of the bodies. Ev. 804 Typed: Body For 1-B.50. Confirming 'phone talk with your office this afternoon,… | ||
| scan0020 | Communication regarding the estimated weight and collection arrangements for a car body from Park Ward & Co. | ||
| View original record | Copy to. Rm at W. 804 Hn8/AH.2.5.38. --- Body For 1-B.50. ---------- Confirming 'phone talk with your office this afternoon, Park Ward & Co., say they estimate this body complete will weigh about 9¼… | ||
| scan0021 | Weight analysis of the first B.50 body. | ||
| View original record | By. from Rm. c. Sg. c. Hs. c. Da. c. Ev. c. Ha. 858. also 804. Rml/R.25.5.38. WEIGHT OF THE FIRST B.50 BODY. The first B.50 body complete with wings and running boards weighs 12 cwts. Due to… | ||
| scan0022 | Comparison of body weights for Wraith Limousine, Bentley 30, and touring saloon models. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. 23.5.38. WRAITH AND BENTLEY 30 BODY WEIGHTS. We give below comparison of Wraith Limousine cars fitted with occasional seats, and B.30 which has similar seating capacity. c. q. lbs. Limousine.… | ||
| scan0023 | The excessive weight of the first B-50 body and a protest to the coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. | ||
| View original record | Secret. 804 Rm at W. to Sg. c. to Hs. c. to By. c. to Da. c. to Ev. Hnl/AH.27.5.38. WEIGHT OF THE FIRST B-50 BODY Rml/R.25.5.38. We are disappointed to learn the body of 1-B.50 weighs as much as 12… | ||
| scan0024 | Detailed weight analysis of a 1.B.50 body sent to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. | ||
| View original record | 804. EXPERIMENTAL DEPT. Rm/FD.2/JH. 8th June, 1938. Messrs. Park Ward & Co., Willesden, LONDON.N.W.10. For the attention of Mr. Thompson. Dear Sirs, In reply to your letter NAT/NO.1.6.38. we give… | ||
| scan0025 | Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co. Ltd. acknowledging a detailed weight analysis of coachwork. | ||
| View original record | PARK WARD & CO LTD COACHBUILDERS OFFICIALLY APPOINTED RETAILERS OF ROLLS ROYCE CARS (SHOWROOMS - 40 CONDUIT STREET) 473 HIGH ROAD WILLESDEN LONDON N W 10 DIRECTORS: W.M.PARK C.W.WARD SECRETARY:… | ||
| scan0026 | Deductions on the weight of coachwork for model 1.B.50, comparing steel versus wood and aluminium construction. | ||
| View original record | 804 Secret. To Rm.. from Ev. c. By. c. Da. c. Rm/FD. Da/Ev.11/N.9.6.38. Re: Weight of Coachwork of 1.B.50. We have made some deductions from the comparison of actual existing bodies which give us a… | ||
| scan0027 | Calculating the weight of coachwork with additions to a B.III body to create a B.50. | ||
| View original record | Appendix. Weight of Complete Coachwork of 1.B.5 less accessories. Cwts. Qrs. Lbs. 9 0 7 Additions to B.III body to make B.50. Increase in height of panels - 1.500 9 Increase in height of head &… | ||
| scan0028 | Complete weight analysis for model 1.B.50, detailing car, body, chassis, and various extras. | ||
| View original record | 858 To By. c. to Sg. c. to Hs. c. to Da. c. to Da/Ev. Rm/FD.14/JH,27.6.38. HEREWITH COMPLETE WEIGHT ANALYSIS OF 1.B.50. Complete car weight, petrol, oil, water, tools, bumpers, 1 spare wheel.… | ||
| scan0029 | List of chassis weights for the Wraith and Phantom III models. | ||
| View original record | 858, 658 also 358 20.8.38. Typed 14.10.38. CHASSIS WEIGHTS. Wraith. Chassis complete with petrol, oil and water 27c. - 2 q. - 6 lbs. 1.B.50. Chassis weight as above. 24c. - 0 q. 14 lbs. Phantom III.… | ||
| scan0030 | The complete car weights for the Wraith and Phantom III models. | ||
| View original record | 20.8.38. Typed 14.10.38. Complete car weights. Wraith. Average weight of chassis and body complete with petrol, oil, and water. 39c. - 0 q. - 22 lbs. 1.B.50. Complete as above. 37c. - 1 q. - 7 lbs.… | ||
| scan0031 | Car body weights and referencing the Humber Snipe Imperial as a guide for dimensions. | ||
| View original record | 458. To. BY FROM Sg. re B.50 Body Weights. Sg17/E24838 Copy to Mr.Rm. When we heard that the first body came out about 12 cwt. I asked Hn. to try to ascertain what was the weight of a standard 4-light… | ||
| scan0032 | The frame weights for the B.50 and Silver Wraith models. | ||
| View original record | COPY FOR FILES. 8584 666 827 To Rm. from Rm/Cr. 24.10.38. FRAME WEIGHTS. Herewith as requested the weight of the B.50 and Silver Wraith frames. 2.B.50 Frame weight 300 lbs. Silver Wraith frame 318… | ||
| scan0033 | The weight of a B.50 chassis and providing a comparison to a B.V. chassis. | ||
| View original record | 858 COPY FOR FILE. TYPED 8.3.39. 2.B.50. Chassis Weight. The weight of the B.50 chassis weight complete with :- Petrol (18 gallons), Oil throughout chassis, water, headlamps, horns, bonnet, front… | ||
| scan0034 | Complete weight analysis of a vehicle, broken down by chassis, extras, and coachwork. | ||
| View original record | 858 To Hy. c. to Da. c. to La/Ev. c. to Ex. RM/FD.10/JH.5.4.39. Herewith a complete weight analysis of 2.B.30. Chassis Weight Together with the following - Battery, 18 galls of petrol, bonnet, 1 spare… | ||
| scan0035 | Visit to the company 'Numbers' to investigate the quietness and manufacturing process of their 'Phoenix' gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 1044 By. from Rm/Gry. c. Hs. c. Da. c. Da/Hdy. 828. Rm/Gry/R.15.9.37. PHOENIX GEARBOX. Hdy. and I visited Numbers to-day in order to see what standard of quietness could be achieved in gear-boxes with… | ||
| scan0036 | Humber's experience with cyanide hardened gears and a proposal for testing a Humber gearbox with a Rolls-Royce engine. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/Gry/R.15.9.37. When Humbers first went to cyanide hardened gears they had a lot of trouble with noise, and state that a careful check has to be kept on the material of the gear blanks and on… | ||
| scan0037 | Visit to Humber to assess the quality of their cyanide hardened unground gearboxes for the Phoenix project. | ||
| View original record | 1044 328. By. from Rm/Gry. c. Hs. c. Da. c. Da/Hdy. Rm/Gry7/R.15.9.37. PHOENIX GEARBOX. Hdy. and I visited Humbers to-day in order to see what standard of quietness could be achieved in gear-boxes… | ||
| scan0038 | Gear hardening processes and a proposal to test a Humber gearbox. | ||
| View original record | -2- When Humbers first went to cyanide hardened gears they had a lot of trouble with noise, and state that a careful check has to be kept on the material of the gear blanks and on the accuracy of the… | ||
| scan0039 | Rejecting a proposal to use a Humber gearbox with cyanide hardened gears due to noise concerns. | ||
| View original record | RHC Hs. c. Rm. GRY- 828 1044 BY.4/N.23.9.37. Re: Phoenix Gearbox. ----------------- Referring to Rm/Gry7/R.15.9/37, recommending buying a Humber gearbox fitted with cyanide hardened gears, I have… | ||
| scan0040 | Cost reduction features of the Phoenix gearbox design. | ||
| View original record | SECRET By. from Rm/Gry. Hs. Da. Hdy. 1044 Rm/Gry.12/AP.28.9.37 828. PHOENIX GEARBOX The primary objective of the Phoenix gearbox is reduction in cost. There is no doubt that the most expensive feature… | ||
| scan0041 | Observations on gear grinding processes to achieve a cheaper transmission. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/Gry.12/AP.28.9.37 From watching the operation of the Maag or Pratt & Whitney grinders it would appear possible to choose sizes and spiral angles of gears on the layshaft so that they can be… | ||
| scan0042 | Use of Bentley first speed gears for the Phoenix gearbox to achieve silence. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. 828 1044 RHC. from Rm/Gry. c. Hs. c. Da/Hdy. c. HPS. Rm/Gry4/R.21.10.37. PHOENIX GEARBOX. Whether or not we can use an integral side shaft in the Phoenix gearbox depends upon whether we can… | ||
| scan0043 | Experiments and recommendations for the Bentley 50 gearbox, covering synchromesh, centre bearing, and integral sideshaft. | ||
| View original record | By. from Rm/Gry. c. Hs. c. Da. c. Hdy. BENTLEY 50 GEARBOX. Further to Rm/Gry12/AP.28.9.37., on this subject, we have now conducted two further experiments to confirm our recommendations. Non-positive… | ||
| scan0044 | New drawing (PD.82) for the Bentley and Wraith gearbox layshafts, cancelling drawings PD.67 and PD.68. | ||
| View original record | 1044 also 228 628 G. Rm. Da/Hdy.2/G.C.12.37. 828 F.J. Hardy. BENTLEY, BENTLEY SO AND WRAITH GEARBOX. We send herewith a print of PD.82 which shews the layshafts for overdrive and standard ratios. This… | ||
| scan0045 | Visit to the Gear Grinding Co. regarding issues with form grinding the B.50 gearbox layshaft pinion. | ||
| View original record | Copy New for file 1044 BY. c. Da. c. Rm. c. RMO. c. WBG DA/Hdy.15/G.13.1.38. 828 Gry B.111, B.50 and WRAITH. Gry. and I visited the Gear Grinding Co., Birmingham, yesterday, to discuss with them the… | ||
| scan0046 | Results of testing ground versus unground gears in Bentley gearboxes. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Da/Hdy.15/G.13.1.38. As regards the question whether we need grinding at all on this gear, the car we took for the journey (56-BN) had unground 1st. speed gears, and on our return we tried two… | ||
| scan0047 | Potential fitting of a B.50 gearbox with overdrive to the Wraith model. | ||
| View original record | 1044 828 SECRET. By. from Rm. Da. Da/Hdy. Rm6/R.1.3.38. B.50 GEARBOX ON WRAITH. When B.50 gearbox has proved its reliability we shall want to get it on to Wraith. Also, as agreed at the recent… | ||
| scan0048 | The arrangement of a fully isolated gear change lever mechanism for the Bentley 50. | ||
| View original record | DE/MS. (S) c. Rm. c. De/Exp. c. De/Exv. 828 FHH DA.4/G.11.4.38. GEAR CHANGE LEVER MECHANISM - BENTLEY 50. Herewith is FD.154 Arrangement of Fully Isolated Gear Change Lever and Mechanism for Bentley… | ||
| scan0049 | Rejecting a suggestion to make a gearbox casting in iron due to the significant weight increase compared to aluminium. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. from Rm/Gry. c. By. c. Da. c. Hay. 828 also 42r. Rm/Gry.1/HH.16.5.38. SMALL GEARBOX B.III & B.50. With regard to your query about making the casting for this gearbox in iron to provide work in… | ||
| scan0050 | Fitting a Bentley 50 gearbox to chassis 5.B.IV for a dynamometer run. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/Gry. 828. Rm/Gry.4/MH.30.5.38. BENTLEY 50 GEARBOX. We understand from Steele that the B.50 gearbox can be fitted to 5.B.IV. Will you, therefore, please fit the second gearbox in this… | ||
| scan0051 | List of points and suggestions noted during the assembly of the Bentley 50 gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 8.28 FJH To BY. from HPS. c. Rm. HPS.4/VS.30.5.38. BENTLEY 50. We give herewith for your consideration a list of points noted during the assembly of the Bentley 50 gearbox; we also attach hereto an… | ||
| scan0052 | List of suggested amendments and observations on various engineering components and drawings. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - HFS.4/VS.30.5.38. 11. It is suggested that the position of the oil scoop GB.3382 should be clearly indicated on the detail drawing of the second motion shaft. 12. The locating screw GB.3453 is… | ||
| scan0053 | Assembly schedule for the Bentley 50 gearbox. | ||
| View original record | ASSEMBLY SCHEDULE OF BENTLEY 50 GEARBOX. The following is a list of assembly operations on the above gearbox in the sequence in which they are carried out. 1. Assemble selector shaft GB.5473, jaw… | ||
| scan0054 | Page of assembly instructions for a gearbox, detailing the fitting of shafts, gears, and levers. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - 16. Fit assembled third motion shaft to box, threading the shaft through the assembled first speed gear. Fit outer cone and secure. 17. Assemble second speed gear GB.3400 complete with sleeve,… | ||
| scan0055 | Assembly instructions for fitting covers, a damper control pump, and a clutch case. | ||
| View original record | 3 30.5.38. 31. Fit bottom cover GB.3476. 32. Fit side cover GB.3595. 33. Fit damper control pump as a complete unit. 34. Fit clutch case with clutch operating shaft and trunnion in position.… | ||
| scan0056 | Rig testing and future specifications for the Bentley 50 small gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 828 HPS. from Rm. Rm6/R.13.6.38. BENTLEY 50 GEARBOX. ? HPS4/VS.9.6.38. in 1153 Referring to your memo, we are as anxious as you are to make small gearboxes. Just as soon as we have got some rig tests… | ||
| scan0057 | Requesting a new reverse shaft for a B.50 gearbox due to the original being bent. | ||
| View original record | Y 828 To HPS. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.4/MH.1.7.38. B.50 GEARBOX. In view of the fact that the reverse shaft from the gearbox fitted in 1.B.50 car has been bent, will you please put in hand a shaft in… | ||
| scan0058 | Technical memorandum regarding modifications and testing procedures for the 1.B.50 gearbox to prevent gears from disengaging. | ||
| View original record | γ 828 To HPS. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.9/MH.5.7.38. 1.B.50 GEARBOX. The modifications to PD.128 just fitted to this gearbox do not prevent the gears coming out of mesh. We now, therefore, want to try a… | ||
| scan0059 | Series of sixteen numbered responses to queries concerning a B.50 gearbox. | ||
| View original record | Br. [crossed out] c. Rm. [crossed out] c. HPS. [crossed out] c. Da/Hdy. [crossed out] 828 DA.3/G.5.7.38. HPS.4/VS.30.5.38. B.50. GEARBOX. (1). This cannot be done with Oldsmobile type clutch casing to… | ||
| scan0060 | Typed memo detailing design considerations for a shaft, oil seal, and adjustable fulcrum pins. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Da.3/G.5.7.38. As far as we can see the only likely reason for requiring the withdrawal of the shaft is a leaking oil seal. (17). Detailing Section. Not required when casing is die cast as is… | ||
| scan0061 | Modifications to a Bentley 50 gearbox reverse shaft. | ||
| View original record | 828 To HPS. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.4/MH.7.7.38. BENTLEY 50 GEARBOX. Confirming our conversation with you we want to try a stiffer reverse shaft which we could do provided you can white-metal the reverse… | ||
| scan0062 | Modifications required for a dynamometer gearbox. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/Gry. 829 Rm/Gry.9/MH.14.7.38. 1.B.50. We want temporarily to fit the dynamometer gearbox into this car in order to see whether we can get the same results twice running. The… | ||
| scan0063 | Blueprint for the Bentley 50, detailing a scheme to prevent the reverse gear from working out of mesh. | ||
| View original record | G. Dept. HPS RHC/CAN. Rm. c. Da. 828. BY/NS.3/N.20.7.38. Re: Bentley 50. H.H. We send you herewith one blueprint of PD.232 - Scheme to prevent Reverse Gear working out of mesh. This scheme has been… | ||
| scan0064 | Specification for modifications to the B.50 gearbox for an existing car (8.B.V.) and future new cars. | ||
| View original record | 828 also 1260 To By. from Rm/Gry. c. Da. c. Hdy. c. HPS. Rm/Gry.7/WH.21.7.38. B.50 GEAR BOX. In deciding the specification for further boxes to be built, we have taken into account that there will not… | ||
| scan0065 | List of required modifications and details for a gearbox, including notes on parts for testing. | ||
| View original record | -2- B. Cont'd. (4) A. (1) (5) Increase sideways movement of selectors. PD.234. (6) Eccentric fulcrum pins for actuating levers. PD.235. (7) Mods. to sliding pieces. A. (2). (8) Reverse shaft bore in… | ||
| scan0066 | Troubles with the B.50 gearbox, specifically reverse gear and 2nd speed synchro issues. | ||
| View original record | Rm 828. Rm/Gry.4/MH.22.7.38. B.50 GEARBOXES. Troubles. (1) Reverse coming out. (2) 2nd. speed synchro spoilt by drag of other cones. (1) B.50's own box (now in car) has a large reverse shaft corrected… | ||
| scan0067 | Request to manufacture two blanks for a half servo worm wheel for a B.50 gearbox. | ||
| View original record | γ 828 To HPS. from Rm/Gry. c. RHC/Mr.McClure. Rm/Gry.3/MH.22.7.38. B.50 GEARBOX. Herewith a tracing Ex.31905 of a blank from which a half servo worm wheel can be made which can be tried in the present… | ||
| scan0068 | Requesting a modification to the slant of a reverse shaft in a B.50 gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 828 To HPS. from Rm/FJH. c. Rm/FD. Rm/FJH.10/MH.5.8.38. B.50 GEARBOX. The gearbox now in 1.B.50 and shortly to be fitted to 8.B.V. has a reverse shaft to PD.232. We wish to try twice the amount of… | ||
| scan0069 | Modifications for a gearbox intended for a French test. | ||
| View original record | 828? To HPS. from Rm/Gry. c. By. c. Da. c. Hdy. Rm/Gry.7/MH.9.8.38. GEAR BOX FOR 8.B.V. FOR FRENCH TEST. B50 gearbox It has become necessary to make some modifications to our Rm/Gry.7/MH.21.7.38.… | ||
| scan0070 | List of modifications required for Gearbox B.III No.1 for 8.B.V. | ||
| View original record | 828 also 428 HPS. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry1/R.11.8.38. GEARBOX B.III No.1 for 8.B.V. After removing this gearbox from 1.B.50 certain modifications are required before it is fitted in 8.B.V. These are:- (1)… | ||
| scan0071 | Requesting the modification of a B.50 Gearbox (B.3 No.2) to change the top and overdrive cone angles. | ||
| View original record | 828 To HPS. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.4/MH.28.9.38. B.50 GEARBOX B.3 No.2. This box is now in 1.B.50. Will you please bring it up to the same specification as the box in 8.B.V. for France except that the… | ||
| scan0072 | List of five modifications and instructions for the B.50 Gearbox B.3 No.2. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/Gry. d 828 also 425 Rm/Gry.1/MH.3.10.38. B.50 GEARBOX B.3 No.2. In addition to Rm/Gry.4/MH.28.9.38, in view of the various troubles noted in box B.3 No.3 removed from 8.B.V., will you… | ||
| scan0073 | Request for drawings of experimental modifications to the B.50 gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 828 To By/Ald. from Rm/Gry. c. By. Rm/Gry.5/MH.10.10.38. B.50 GEARBOX. Will you please make the following drawings for experimental purposes. (1) Small top and overdrive cones with the steel flanges… | ||
| scan0074 | Modifications and parts required for new B.50 gearboxes. | ||
| View original record | 8.28 HPS. from Rm/Gry. c. By/NS. Rm/Gry3/R.17.10.38. B.50 GEARBOX. We should like all the six new gearboxes that you are building to incorporate the 55° cam angle stiffened top and overdrive cones.… | ||
| scan0075 | The preparation of aluminium bronze pieces for a gearbox modification. | ||
| View original record | d 828 To HPS. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.7/MH.8.11.38. GEARBOX IN 1.B.50. When this box is next dismantled we wish to modify the top gear fork only to Ex.32786 and the 2nd. speed fork to PD.296. Will you… | ||
| scan0076 | Instruction to experimentally try Vauxhall type springs in the synchromesh of the B.50 Gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 828 C. Rm. DA.3/G.12.11.36. B.50. GEAR BOX. FAH FJH We wish to try springs in the synchromesh of the B.50 Gearbox with the small cones and FD.306 herewith shews how temporary springs of the Vauxhall… | ||
| scan0077 | Modifications required for the B.50 gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 828 To By. from Rm/Gry. c. Da. c. Da/Hdy. Rm/Gry.5/MH.22.12.38. B.50 GEARBOX. As discussed with Hdy. we now know of further modifications required to this gearbox. (1) We need synchromesh springs on… | ||
| scan0078 | Modifications for Gearbox B.3 No.3 for car 1.B.50. | ||
| View original record | 828 To HPS. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.3/MH.24.11.38. GEARBOX B.3 No.3. Will you please modify this box as follows, 1.B.50 car now being in the Fitting Shop. (1) Synchro springs for top and overdrive -… | ||
| scan0079 | Requesting three experiments to be carried out on a B.50 gearbox to reduce noise. | ||
| View original record | 828 TO HPS. from Rm/Gry. c. Da/Hdy. Rm/Gry.9/MH.2.1.39. B.50 GEARBOX. We have got to get this box quiet in the minimum possible time. We therefore ask you to urge the following three experiments. (1)… | ||
| scan0080 | B.50 gearbox issue where 2nd speed gears disengage, proposing an experimental fix based on blueprints. | ||
| View original record | 828 also 1069 γ To HPS. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.2/MH.13.1.39. B.50 GEARBOX. Humbers have told us their latest wangle to keep gears in mesh. As we get occasional 2nd. speeds coming out on the drive it is… | ||
| scan0081 | Use of square roller bearings in a B.50 type gearbox, replacing previous needle bearings. | ||
| View original record | PV/... [crossed out] c. Rm. 828 DA.1/G.17.1.39. GRH [initials] B.50. TYPE GEAR BOX. Herewith is PD.357 Square Roller Bearings in the second motion shaft, in place of the previous needle bearings.… | ||
| scan0082 | Blueprint FD.360, seeking an opinion on the possibility of grinding the first speed pinion for the Bentley 50 gearbox. | ||
| View original record | RY/NS 828 c. Rm. DA.3/G.20.1.39. BENTLEY 50. GEAR BOX. ZFH FJH Please receive herewith blueprint of FD.360 shewing the Helical First and Reverse Gear Pinions on the 2nd Motion Shaft. There is some… | ||
| scan0083 | Machining and grinding of the B.50 gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 828 To RHC. from Rm/Gry. c. HPS. c. Da/Hdy. Rm/Gry.9/MH.28.1.39. B.50 GEARBOX. We understand that the present position is that the only machine on which it is possible to cut the new proposed helical… | ||
| scan0084 | Production and grinding difficulties of a proposed five-gear motion shaft for the Bentley 50 gearbox. | ||
| View original record | 828 TO Rm. Da./Hdy. & HPS. c. RHC. RHC/Wld.1/FH.31.1.39. RE. BENTLEY 50 GEARBOX - Rm/Gry.9/MH.28.1.39. The 2nd. Motion Shaft with five Gears as proposed for the above piece is not, in our opinion, a… | ||
| scan0085 | High costs associated with production and potential scrap. | ||
| View original record | -2- (c) Apart from the necessary extra Equipment Costs, we must consider that in the final stages each piece must assume such a high value that the cost of any scrap would be very serious. Production… | ||
| scan0086 | Technical memorandum discussing modifications and manufacturing options for the B.50 gearbox, specifically the reverse and first speed gears. | ||
| View original record | 6.2.39. B.50 GEARBOX. RHC/Wld.1/FH.31.1.39. Reverse Gear. This has now been moved so that the clearance between this and overdrive is .815. The works do not know this but it does not alter the… | ||
| scan0087 | Clarifying test requirements for the B.50 gearbox, including modifications for shafts and reverse gear placement. | ||
| View original record | 828 To HPS. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.1/MH.3.2.39. B.50 GEARBOX. To clarify our test requirements for the helical first and reverse; we shall want two shafts with the reverse left blank to try the 1st.… | ||
| scan0088 | B.50 Gearbox Actuating Forks fitted with Axial Roller Bearings and a request for parts. | ||
| View original record | 828 To: Da. & HPS... from Da/HB. c.c. By. Rm/Gry. Da/HB.11/N.8.3.39. B.50 Gearbox Actuating Forks fitted with Axial Roller Bearings PD.373. We have been informed by Messrs. The Ribbesford Co.Ltd.,… | ||
| scan0089 | Requesting the manufacture of six All Helical B.50 gearboxes, specifying ratio configurations and a potential material change for the forks. | ||
| View original record | 828 To HPS. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.9/MH.17.3.39. ALL HELICAL B.50 GEARBOX. Rm. has asked you to make six of these boxes and we should like three to have overdrive ratios and three to have standard… | ||
| scan0090 | Gearbox bearing issues and erratic engine idling on the B.50 model. | ||
| View original record | 828 file Rm/FD. Rm.4/ML.25.2.40. Gear Box for B.50. I think the side shaft bearings are beginning to go on the gear box on this car. As soon as the Ripple is cleared up we should arrange to dismantle… | ||
| scan0091 | The testing done on the E.50 gearbox, detailing design changes and test results. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. By. from Rm/Gry. c. Sg. c. Hs. c. Da. c. Ba/Hdy. c. RHO. c. HPS. 828 Rm/Gry2/P.23.8.38. E.50 GEARBOX. The following is a report on the testing done so far on this gearbox. Two boxes have been… | ||
| scan0092 | Results of gearbox testing under various conditions and with different lubricants. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/Gry2/R.E3.6.38. Lubricant { The running consisted at full throttle 2000 rpm of Hi-Press { 1 hour on top gear. { 150 hours " overdrive. ( 30 " " 2nd { This was followed by { 5 hours on 1st speed… | ||
| scan0093 | Progress report on gearbox development, detailing issues with gears, synchromesh, and oil leaks. | ||
| View original record | -3- Rm/Gry/H.23.8.38. We are trying a pinion with a longer hub and more teeth. If this does not work we shall use the Vauxhall lock or Reverse only. To prevent 2nd and overdrive coming out we tried… | ||
| scan0094 | Use of the B.50 frame to replace the Wraith, and the necessary specifications for axles, springs, and transmission. | ||
| View original record | 827 1044 Da. from Rm. c. By. c. Da/Ev. c. Da/Hdy. Rm2/R.29.11.37. BENTLEY 50. It seems to be agreed by everybody that eventually the B.50 frame will have to be used for replacing Wraith. This means… | ||
| scan0095 | Cost comparison table for parts between Bentley II and Bentley III, detailing material and labour expenses. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/Les. 1044 6.12.37 SECTION. BENTLEY II. BENTLEY III. DIFFERENCE. Matl. Labour. M.+ 275% L. Matl. Labour. M.+ 275% L. Matl. Labour. M. + 275% L. Frames & Fittings. £12.11.10 £6.8.4.… | ||
| scan0096 | Design note discussing variations to the frame and springs for the B.50 chassis. | ||
| View original record | GRY Note type variation Rm To Da.. from Ev. C. to Ey.. Rm. 1044 Da/Ev.4/N.26.1.38. ---827--- Frame Transmission & Springs - B.50. On PD.93 herewith we shew the frame, transmission and springs for… | ||
| scan0097 | Continued list of specifications for various vehicle components including wheels, axle, and exhaust. | ||
| View original record | -2- Da/Ev.4/N.26.1.38. Cont'd. Wheels. These were decided on as 16" rims, 4.500 wide with 7.000 section tyres. This raises the car a further .400 front and rear. B.3. wheels to be used on 1.B.50. Rear… | ||
| scan0098 | Frame, transmission, and springs for the Bentley 50. | ||
| View original record | BX/NS. c. Rm. c. Da/EV. 1044 DA.22/G.27.1.38. S 2/7 BENTLEY 50. FRAME TRANSMISSION & SPRINGS. Herewith is PD.93, Frame Transmission and Springs for Bentley 50, and a copy of Da/EV.4/N.26.1.38. The… | ||
| scan0099 | Parts and blueprint requirements for the 1st Bentley 50 frame. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. c.c. Bv. c.c. HHC/CAN. c. Rm/Les. BY/HEB.1/WB.4.4.38. 827. BENTLEY 50. 1st Frame. FRAME AND FITTINGS - SEC : 7000 We herewith forward you two blue prints of each of the following parts… | ||
| scan0100 | Note regarding a blueprint for a dashboard mounting bracket to suit a Bentley 50 riveted frame. | ||
| View original record | c. RM. DA.5/G.9.4.38. LES 827- BENTLEY 50. FRAME. Please receive herewith the following blueprint :- F.CD.608 Dashboard mounting bracket to suit riveted frame. The above print shows a bracket to fit… | ||
| scan0101 | Comparison of production and development costs for B.III and B.50 frames from various suppliers. | ||
| View original record | 827 also 427, 1260, 50x To Hs. from Rm/Les. SECRET PRODUCTION AND DEVELOPMENT COSTS OF B.III. AND B.50 FRAME. We have had the following quotations for 1,000 B.III. frames. Original Design. Frame Price… | ||
| scan0102 | Request to box in the rear end of the frame for additional strength for jacking purposes. | ||
| View original record | g27. B.50. Rm/FD.16/JH.3.5.38. Will you please have the rear end of the frame boxed in as shown in FOD.633 to give additional strength for jacking purposes. This is to the same scheme as the new… | ||
| scan0103 | The principal chassis dimensions for the Bentley 50 frame. | ||
| View original record | BY/NS. c. Rm. c. Da/Mc.S. c. Da/TMD. c. Da/Ev. 824 DA.7/G.4.6.38. MARTINDALE BENTLEY 50. FRAME. Please receive herewith the following scheme :- F.CD.713 Principal Chassis dimensions. The above scheme… | ||
| scan0104 | Modifications required to increase the length of B.50 frames to accommodate a Straight Eight engine. | ||
| View original record | 827 Rm/AFM. from Rm. Rm11/R.29.8.38. Increase in Length of B.50 Frames. We are hoping to be able to replace the P.III by using a Silver Wraith with the wheelbase extended to 11 ft 6 in. on the… | ||
| scan0105 | Requesting the attachment of steel plates to frame side members and the fitting of Woodhead springs to a chassis. | ||
| View original record | 827. To HPS. from Rm/FWK. c.c. to HPS/FS. Rm/FWK.1/JH.7.9.38. frame side members - 1.B.50. The above chassis going to the fitting shop shortly to have steel plates attached to the frame side members.… | ||
| scan0106 | Frame shaking issues on the 1.B.50 model due to oscillation frequency and proposed alterations. | ||
| View original record | 827 and H27 EPS. from Rm/AFM. c. Roy/Les. Rm/AFM4/R.20.9.38. B.III & B.50 FRAME. We have run into trouble on 1.B.50's frame. The vertical oscillation frequency corresponds to the tyre bounce frequency… | ||
| scan0107 | Requesting modifications to a car frame, including strengthening the front and adjusting the rear springs. | ||
| View original record | P. Ru/Weyn To HPS. from Rm/AFM. J 827. Rm/AFM.4/MH.27.9.38. 1.B.50 FRAME. Will you please strengthen the front end of this frame as explained by the writer to HPS/FS. We want this done before the body… | ||
| scan0108 | Weights of the B.50 and Silver Wraith frames. | ||
| View original record | COPY FOR FILES. 827 8 58 666 To Rm. from Rm/Cr. 24.10.38. FRAME WEIGHTS. Herewith as requested the weight of the B.50 and Silver Wraith frames. 2.B.50 Frame weight -300 lbs. Silver Wraith frame 318… | ||
| scan0109 | The modification of step irons for the Bentley 50 frame. | ||
| View original record | 827 BY/NS. c. Rm. c. Da/E c. Da/JD DA.2/G.28.10.38. BENTLEY 50. FRAME. As the overall width of Bentley 50 is now 73.000, and Bentley 111 only 68.000, it will be necessary to increase the length of the… | ||
| scan0110 | With instructions for twisting and rebuilding a car frame. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/Clm. γ 827 Rm/Clm.1/MH.24.11.38. 1.B.50. When the engine has been removed from this car will you please refit the thick side plates to the front of the frame, and send it in to the… | ||
| scan0111 | Requesting an order for a B.50 frame with specific thickness details for the bump chassis. | ||
| View original record | 827 also 1024 To Roy/Les. from Rm/AFM. Rm/AFM.9/MH.24.11.38. B.50 FRAME. Will you please order another B.50 frame for the bump chassis. This frame should be standard thickness for B.50's, i.e., .104"… | ||
| scan0112 | Request to detail a longer rear bumper bracket for Bentley 50 chassis 2.B.50 due to a frame measurement discrepancy. | ||
| View original record | PY/NS. c. Rm. 8027 DA.14/G.5.12.38. BENTLEY 50. CHASSIS 2.B.50. As the frame on 2.B.50 is 39.250 from the rear axle to the rear end, and not 41.000 as shewn on F.CD.1020, will you please detail a rear… | ||
| scan0113 | Letter to the Royal Automobile Club requesting breakdown statistics for belt drive systems. | ||
| View original record | ? + 824 / 1121 1044 Rm/Std. 6/MH. 1st. November 1937. Captain Phillips, The Royal Automobile Club, Pall Mall, London, S.W.1. Dear Sir, We are making some researches into the reliability of belt drive… | ||
| scan0114 | Letter to the Institute of Automobile Engineers requesting statistics on the use of belt drives for water pumps and dynamos. | ||
| View original record | H3 1044 82.4 Rm/Std.3/MH. The Institute of Automobile Engineers, 12, Hobart Place, London, S.W.1. 2nd. November 193.7. The Secretary, Dear Sirs, We are anxious to obtain quickly some statistics giving… | ||
| scan0115 | Letter requesting statistics on the use of belt drives for water pumps and generators in British cars. | ||
| View original record | 1047 83.4 Rm/Std.4/MH. The Secretary, The Society of Motor Manufacturers & Traders, 83, Pall Mall, London, S.W.1. 2nd. November 1937. Dear Sirs, We are anxious to obtain quickly some statistics giving… | ||
| scan0116 | Letter from The Royal Automobile Club regarding a lack of data on water pump failures due to broken belts. | ||
| View original record | 1044 The Royal Automobile Club. Pall Mall, London, S W. 1. Please address all Communications to THE SECRETARY Quoting the following Reference C /31137/AWP/KM 824 Telegrams: AUTOMOBILE, LONDON.… | ||
| scan0117 | Letter from the Institution of Automobile Engineers responding to a request for information on cars using belt drives. | ||
| View original record | 1044 The Institution of Automobile Engineers IAE TELEPHONE. TEMPLE BAR {5025. {5026. (Crossed out) TELEGRAMS, "AUTINST, RAND, LONDON." (Crossed out) Watergate House, York Buildings, Adelphi, London,… | ||
| scan0118 | Letter from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders regarding an enquiry about belt drives for dynamos and water pumps. | ||
| View original record | Telephone: Whitehall 7901 (6 lines). Telegrams: Movendum, Piccy, London. 1044 The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders Limited. 824 83, Pall Mall. London. S.W.1. Please address reply to… | ||
| scan0119 | Letter from The Royal Automobile Club regarding a request for data on dynamo drives. | ||
| View original record | 1064 Steadman The Royal Automobile Club. Pall Mall, London, S.W.1. Please address all Communications to THE SECRETARY Quoting the following Reference EFWH/CR. 824 Telegrams: AUTOMOBILE, LONDON.… | ||
| scan0120 | Letter from The Royal Automobile Club discussing engineer feedback on belt drive performance and overheating issues. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten notes: 1044. MX Rm. STD Noted Rm/STD 824 matted By BT Please note DA The Royal Automobile Club. Pall Mall, London, S.W.1. Please address all Communications to THE SECRETARY Quoting the… | ||
| scan0121 | Letter to the Secretary of The Royal Automobile Club thanking them for information provided. | ||
| View original record | 1044 824. Rm23/R. 16th November, 1937. F.P. Armstrong, Esq., Secretary, The Royal Automobile Club, Pall Mall, S.W.1. Dear Sir, We thank you for your letter of the 11th November. We are much indebted… | ||
| scan0122 | Letter from The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders Limited providing statistics on belt drive vs. positive drive usage in cars. | ||
| View original record | STD P 1044 Telephone: Whitehall 7901 (6 lines) Telegrams: Movendum, Piccy, London. THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS LTD The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders Limited. 83, Pall… | ||
| scan0123 | Modified and cheaper fan mounting design for the Power Head Engine, superseding a previous version. | ||
| View original record | PY/MS. c. Rm. 824 835 DA.6/G.19.5.38. B.50. POWER HEAD ENGINE. STD holm Rm/SPO Please receive E.CD.678 modified fan mounting on the same lines as BY/Ald. design, which has been requested by Steadman… | ||
| scan0124 | Notification of a new drawing for a modified fan mounting on the Bentley 50 Cast Iron Engine. | ||
| View original record | To: [stamped and struck through] a. G.R. [struck through] b. HHO/CWS. [struck through] c. Rm/Swdl. Sld [handwritten] 824 [handwritten] BY/CS1/EH.13.6.38. Re Bentley 50 Cast Iron Engine. Section 5050 -… | ||
| scan0125 | Request to manufacture a set of Wraith fan blades from specific material for testing on a Phantom III fan flange. | ||
| View original record | O 805-8 24 To HPS. from Rm/Std. Rm/Std.13/MH.9.12.36. B.50 FAN - STEEL BLADES. Will you please make a set of Wraith fan blades to latest drawing EW.2070, except that they should be made in 18 SWG.… | ||
| scan0126 | Oil fittings and relief valve for the Bentley 50 cast iron engine. | ||
| View original record | BY/RSQ c. to Rm. c. to DB/Jnp. 854 DA.17/G.13.4.38. BENTLEY 50. OIL FITTINGS. (CAST IRON ENGINE). SWDL. Please receive herewith E.CD.613 Oil Fittings and Relief Valve - Bentley 50. This design which… | ||
| scan0127 | List of technical specifications for the Phoenix car, focusing on component interchangeability with other models. | ||
| View original record | 823. PHOENIX CAR. 14.5.37. (1) Exhaust silencer to be fitted at rear of petrol tank - approx. 7.00" dia. (2) Exhaust mounting to be on flexible lines. (3) Engine mounting front and rear should be… | ||
| scan0128 | Cost analysis for a Bentley car, proposing material substitutions to achieve an approximate 58% saving. | ||
| View original record | 1044 823 To Rm. from Rm/Wym. 6.12.37. BENTLEY 50 MATERIAL COSTS In reply to Rm.3/R.1.12.37 re material costs for the above car, and taking the present cost sheets as a basis from which to work, we can… | ||
| scan0129 | Cost analysis showing material savings and the price for Aluminizing or Nickel plating processes. | ||
| View original record | -2- Total saving on material 64.786 ≃ 58%. In addition to the material costs there is the price charged for Aluminizing or Nickel plating. The present cost of this process is 4/9d. Rm/Wym. | ||
| scan0130 | Alterations and instructions for the Bentley 50 exhaust system and tail pipe. | ||
| View original record | BI/MS. (4) c. Rm. c. Da/EV. c. Da/ID. DA.4/G.9.4.38. File WYMAN BENTLEY 50 - EXHAUST SYSTEM. 823 Please receive herewith E.CD.609 Tail Pipe (Swan Neck) Exhaust System - Bentley 50. The exhaust system… | ||
| scan0131 | Modification to the exhaust fittings for the Bentley 50 chassis. | ||
| View original record | BY/NS. c. Rm. c. Rm/FD. c. Da/EV. Da.7/G.17.5.38. W/H/H/N noted BENTLEY 50. EXHAUST FITTINGS. 823. Please receive herewith E.CD.674 Modification to Tail Pipe Suspension - Bentley 50. It was intended… | ||
| scan0132 | Necessary modification to the exhaust silencer support to prevent it fouling the heelboard of the rear seat. | ||
| View original record | 823 To Rm/WD. from Ev. c. to Rm. c. to HPS. Da/Ev.6/N.27.5.38. Re: Exhaust System 1.B.50. For fear that your attention may not have been called to the fact, wemention that it will be necessary to fit… | ||
| scan0133 | Modifications to the Bentley 50 exhaust tail pipe to accommodate new shock dampers. | ||
| View original record | BY/NS. c. to Rm. c. to Da/Ev. c. to De/D. 823 Da.6/G.11.6.38. WYMAN MODIFIED EXHAUST TAIL PIPE - BENTLEY 50. File Gsp Please receive herewith :- E.CD.716 Modified Tail Pipe (Front End) Bentley 50.… | ||
| scan0134 | Requesting the fabrication and fitting of parts for a Bentley 50 exhaust system. | ||
| View original record | γ 823 To HPS. from Rm/Wym. Rm/Wym.1/MH.4.8.38. BENTLEY 50 EXHAUST SYSTEM. Will you please make for the above, one straight thro' downtake pipe and a centre expansion box 24.00" long but of similar… | ||
| scan0135 | Request to try a modified exhaust system on a Bentley Car 1.B.50, deleting the rear silencer. | ||
| View original record | 823. To HPc. Rm/Wym.7/JH.8.9.38. Exhaust system - BENTLEY CAR 1.B.50. We wish to try the exhaust system on the above car using the middle silencer only. Will you please therefore make a 2.00" dia.… | ||
| scan0136 | Request to build and fit a complete exhaust system to a Bentley 2.B.50. | ||
| View original record | 823. To HPC. Rm/Wym.11/JH.31.10.38. BENTLEY 2.B.50 Will you please build up and fit to the above car, one complete exhaust system, similar to the one you have just fitted to 9.B.V. using suspension to… | ||
| scan0137 | Request to manufacture an experimental centre expansion box in mild steel for a Bentley 50 exhaust system. | ||
| View original record | 823 To HPS. Rm/Wym.14/JH.24.11.38. Bentley 50 Exhaust System. Will you please make up for us one more centre expansion box similar to the one you have just made for 27.G.VI. This is intended for… | ||