Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Simplification of rear engine mounting for the B.50 car, referencing the Wraith and B.III frames. | ||
| View original record | 822 To Rm/Wym. from Rm. Rm.2/MH.5.10.38. One of the first jobs we want you to do on B.50 when you get it running again is to get the lightest and simplest rear engine mounting you can for this car.… | ||
| scan0002 | Request for an urgent repair of a broken rear engine mounting cross member and gearbox during testing. | ||
| View original record | 822 To HPC. from Rm/Clm. c. to HPC/TF. Rm/Clm.7/JH.13.2.39. 1.B.50. The rear engine mounting cross member on this car is broken. Will you please fit a new one, and repair gearbox at the same time. We… | ||
| scan0003 | Estimated cost savings comparison for parts between the Bentley II and Bentley 50 models, without any design changes. | ||
| View original record | B.50. ESTIMATED COST SAVINGS. NO DESIGN CHANGE Handwritten: 104 SECTION. Bentley II↓ Matl. Lab.+175% total. Bentley 50. Matl. Lab.+175% Total. Steering column & box. 99.0 245.5 344.5 64.3 151.2 215.5… | ||
| scan0004 | Confirming decisions on the placement and type of steering column controls for project B.50. | ||
| View original record | 10HH 850 By. from Rm. Rm10/R.8.1.38. STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS - B.50. Confirming our discussion on this subject, it was agreed that the following project might be followed for B.50:- (1) The Mixture… | ||
| scan0005 | Elimination, retention, and addition of steering column controls for project B.50. | ||
| View original record | By. from Rm. c. Da. Rm/Les. Rm/FJH. 1044 850. Rm10/R.8.1.38. STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS - B.50. Confirming our discussion on this subject, it was agreed that the following project might be followed for… | ||
| scan0006 | The testing procedure for Barker Colman taper splines on a Bentley 50. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/FJH. c. HPS/WB. 1044 850 Rm/FJH.5/AP.10.2.38 BARKER COLMAN TAPER SPLINES FOR BENTLEY 50. The application of the above splines which we wish to test is the fixing of the prop. shaft… | ||
| scan0007 | Drawing of test pieces for comparing Barber Colman splines and plain taper with Woodruff keys. | ||
| View original record | TEST PIECES FOR COMPARING BARBER COLMAN SPLINES AND PLAIN TAPER WITH WOODRUFF KEYS. 6.00 DIA. 1.00 A MINIMUM ALLOWED BY HOB. ALL DIMENSIONS OF THIS PIECE TO BE SCALED UP OR DOWN FROM PD 91 ACCORDING… | ||
| scan0008 | Modifications to cross steering levers for the 1.B.50 car. | ||
| View original record | To Da. from Da/DB. c. Rm. c. By. c. Rm/FJH. c. Ev. Da/DB.4/N.23.3.38. 10414 . 850 Re: Cross Steering Levers for 1.B.50. PD.134 attached shows how the present cross steering levers of B.III, GB.2773/4… | ||
| scan0009 | Request to issue cross steering levers for experiment on model 1.B.50. | ||
| View original record | DX/NS C. Rm. 450 DA.1/G.24.3.38. CROSS STEERING LEVERS FOR 1.B.50. FB 3675/6. Attached is PD.134 and a copy of Da/DB.4/N. 23.3.38. Will you please issue this lever for experiment as described. DA. 120… | ||
| scan0010 | Modification of cross steering levers for the 1.B.50 model. | ||
| View original record | COPY. To Da. from Da/DB. c. to Rm. c. to BY. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to EV. ----------------- Da/DB.4/N.23.3.38. -------------------- Re: Cro ss Steering Levers for 1.B.50.… | ||
| scan0011 | Mounting for a steering box on the Bentley 50 steering column. | ||
| View original record | DI/WS. C. Rm. 1300. DA.4/G.7.4.38. F.J. HARDY AHK BENTLEY 50. STEERING COLUMN. Please receive herewith the following scheme F.CD.601 Mounting for Steering Box. The bracket on the above scheme is… | ||
| scan0012 | The proposed method for supporting the steering column on the body for the first Bentley 50. | ||
| View original record | DV/MS.(s) [crossed out] 850 c. Rm. DA.5/G.11.4.38. F.J. HARDY. STEERING COLUMN SUPPORT ON BODY. Herewith is F.CD.607 shewing the proposed method of supporting the steering column on the body. The… | ||
| scan0013 | Steering geometry issues and proposed solutions for B.III and B.50 chassis. | ||
| View original record | 850 also To By. from Rm/FJH. c. Da. c. Da/DB. c. HPS. Rm/FJH.6/MH.24.5.38. B.III & B.50 STEERING. We are very concerned about the steering geometry of B.III. As originally built, chassis 7.B.V.… | ||
| scan0014 | Scheme for a gastight seal for the steering column on a Bentley 50 dashboard. | ||
| View original record | BY/NS. c. Rm. 850 DA.6/G.3.6.38. F J HARDY. BENTLEY 50 - DASHBOARD AND STEERING COLUMN. Please receive herewith the following scheme F.CD.700 Steering Column Gas Tight Joint on Dashboard. The above… | ||
| scan0015 | Internal memorandum requesting the detailing of temporary parts for an improved steering geometry. | ||
| View original record | 850 also H50 To By/Ald. from Rm/FJH₂ c. By. Rm/FJH.4/MH.15.6.38. B.III & B.50 STEERING. We wish to try the improved steering geometry shown on PD.199/200/201/205. Will you please detail the necessary… | ||
| scan0016 | Requesting an official order for 3 cams from Adamant Engineering Co. for use on a Bentley 50. | ||
| View original record | 850 Roy. from Rm/FJH. c. G/JWH. Rm/FJH2/R.22.6.38. Will you please send an official order to the Adamant Engineering Co. for - 3 cams to their M.22517 with the bearing cones finished to size before… | ||
| scan0017 | Letter to The Adamant Engineering Co. Ltd. requesting a trial batch of steering cams with a modified manufacturing process. | ||
| View original record | 850. Rm/FJHl/R. 22nd June, 1938. The Adamant Engineering Co.,Ltd., Dallon Road, L U T O N. For the attention of Commander Maltravers. Dear Sirs, In order to simplify the manufacture of our steering… | ||
| scan0018 | Steering geometry issues and wandering on B.III & B.50 models, recommending a hold on producing new steering levers until trials are complete. | ||
| View original record | 850 also 450 To HPS. c.c. to BY/ALD. Rm/FJH.15/JH.29.6.38. B.III & B.50 Steering Geometry. As mentioned in our memo. Rm/FJH.6/MH.24.5.38. we are concerned about wandering on B.III, apparently due to… | ||
| scan0019 | New drawings and standard parts for an improved steering geometry on Bentley 111 and Bentley 50 models. | ||
| View original record | HPS. c. Rm. c. Rm/FJH. [Handwritten: 850 also 450] BY/Ald.8/G.1.7.38. (Mr.Allwood absent) BENTLEY 111 and BENTLEY 50. RE: IMPROVED STEERING GEOMETRY. FRAME & FITTINGS. SECTION 7000. FRONT AXLE. "… | ||
| scan0020 | Technical memorandum detailing modifications to the B.50 steering and yoke piece dies for different caster angles. | ||
| View original record | 850 To Da. from Da/DB. c. By. Rm/FJH. Ev. Da/DB.3/N.16.9.38. B.50 Steering and Yoke/Piece. [Handwritten signatures: MEB, FJH] [Handwritten note: M50 file] Rm/FJH.1/MH.13.9.38, calls for 2º positive… | ||
| scan0021 | Steering modifications for B.III and B.50 models, including fitting new ball joints and steering tubes. | ||
| View original record | To By/NS. from RM/FJH. c. By. c. Da. B50 also 450 RM/FJH.5/MH.20.9.38. B.III & B.50 STEERING. The steering of B.III is so far entirely free from joggles with the result that we do not need any… | ||
| scan0022 | Strengthened pivot for models B.111 and B.50, including changes to the yoke and stud centres. | ||
| View original record | BY/NS. c. Rm. c. Rm/FJH. c. Da/Sbr. 850 also 450. Is this necessary. Rm B.111 and B.50. RE: STRENGTHENED PIVOT. On FD.273 herewith we shew the strengthened pivot, having a pin equal to that of Wraith… | ||
| scan0023 | Requesting a Bentley rocking shaft and steering roller follower for checking steering cams on a new machine. | ||
| View original record | 850 also 450 HPS. from Rm/FJH. Rm/FJH/7/R.10.10.38. B.III & B.50 - STEERING. Will you please obtain from production an 'M' Series Bentley rocking shaft FB.3342 and fit to it the steering roller… | ||
| scan0024 | The steering column for Bentley 50 and Wraith 80 models, specifically the F.CD.1007 rubber-mounted steering box. | ||
| View original record | 850. BY/NS. (NS is struck through) c. Rm. c. Da/JD. (Da/JD is struck through) DA.12/G.9.11.38. F.J. HARDY. (handwritten) BENTLEY 50 and WRAITH 80. STEERING COLUMN. (struck through) See me. Rm… | ||
| scan0025 | Temporary change to the steering mounting for B.V., 50, & Silver Wraith chassis. | ||
| View original record | 850, 450 + 666. To By/Ald. from Rm/FJH. c. HPS. c. Roy/Les. Rm/FJH.9/MH.16.12.38. B.V., 50, & SILVER WRAITH STEERING MOUNTING. We have specified the rubber mounted steering column to FCD.992 for… | ||
| scan0026 | Adjustment of front wheel toe-in for the B.V., 50 & Silver Wraith chassis to reduce tyre wear. | ||
| View original record | 850, 450 + 666 To By. from RM/FJH. c. Da. c. HPS. Rm/FJH.10/NH.16.12.38. B.V., 50 & SILVER WRAITH STEERING. With the small amount of front wheel camber which we use on the above chassis it appears to… | ||
| scan0027 | Parts and blueprints for the B.V. B.50 and Silver Wraith steering column and box. | ||
| View original record | 850 also 450. HDS C. Rm. C. Rm/MIH BY/Ald.4/G.31.12.38. B.V. B.50 and SILVER WRAITH. STEERING COLUMN AND BOX. SECTION 7050. Please receive herewith two blueprints of each of the following :- Ex.S.1349… | ||
| scan0028 | The dispatch of blueprints for Bentley V Chassis steering column parts. | ||
| View original record | To. HEB. [crossed out] c. Bv. [crossed out] c. RHC/Wld. [crossed out] c. RHC/SS. [crossed out] c. Nov/Res.for HVG. [crossed out] c. Rm/FJH. 860 BY/HEB.6/WB.31.1.39. FJH BENTLEY V CHASSIS. FJH [large… | ||
| scan0029 | Confirmation memo regarding the replacement of bakelite steering components with standard bronze parts. | ||
| View original record | 850 To HPS..from Rm/FJH. Rm/FJH.4/MH.19.4.39. 2.B.50 STEERING. This is to confirm that we have asked you to remove the bakelite ball pads from the cross and side steering tubes, and the bakelite… | ||
| scan0030 | Request to modify yokes for a B.50 steering system to test a new castor angle. | ||
| View original record | 850 To By/Ald. from Rm/FJH. Rm/FJH.1/MH.21.4.39. B.50 STEERING. We wish to try on a B.50 steering 3/4° castor angle. This would be obtained if instead of the present yokes FB.4142/3 we fitted yokes… | ||
| scan0031 | Request to produce a set of front axle yokes for a Bentley 50 Chassis, referencing a memo to provide a specific castor angle. | ||
| View original record | 850 and 802 HDS. c. Rm. c. Rm/FJH. By/Ald.1/AW.22.4.39. BENTLEY 50 CHASSIS. FRONT AXLE - SECTION 7040. Please receive herewith 2 blue prints of the following:- EXS.1610. Front axle yoke. - RH. - - - 1… | ||
| scan0032 | Modifications to B.V. & 50 steering for increased tyre clearance. | ||
| View original record | 850 +450 To HPS. from Rm/FJH. Rm/FJH.7/MH.4.5.39. B.V. & 50 STEERING. You have recently received details for modified cross steering levers FB.4873/4 to give increased tyre clearance and for a… | ||
| scan0033 | Instructions for the creation and modification of a B.50 petrol tank to fit R.R. type shock dampers. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/AFM. c. RM/JBD. 851. Rm/AFM.1/MH.13.6.38. PETROL TANK B.50. We understand you are making a petrol tank for the 2nd. B.50. Will you please make this to the drawing F.C.D.744, so that it… | ||
| scan0034 | Suggesting a modification to the petrol tank air vent pipe scheme to prevent leaks and save cost. | ||
| View original record | 851 also 451 . To Da. o. to By. o. to Rm. Rm/JBD.15/JH.11.10.38. B.III & B.50. Petrol Tank Air vent pipe scheme FCD.847. This shows the small vent pipe attached to the filler head by a small earthing… | ||
| scan0035 | Instructions for fitting an AC mechanical petrol pump and keeping the existing pump as a standby. | ||
| View original record | 857 To HPS. Rm/JBD.9/JH.27.3.39. 2.B.30. Will you please fit the AC mechanical petrol pump to the unit for the above. A separate 5/16" pipe should be layed along the frame to the tank. The existing… | ||
| scan0036 | Requesting the replacement of a petrol tank and the wiring of its K.S. petrol gauge. | ||
| View original record | 857 To HPS. Rm/JBD4/JH.2.6.39. 2.B.50. Petrol Tank. Will you please replace the petrol tank on the above with the tank we are supplying. This tank is fitted with a K.S. petrol gauge which should be… | ||
| scan0037 | Investigation into the failure of the 'B' side of a 2.B.50 petrol pump. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/MHR. Copy to Rm/Wym. 2.B.50 - PETROL PUMP FAILURE OF "B" SIDE With reference to Rm/MHR.7/ET.13.12.40, it was mentioned that the only important difference in the condition of the two… | ||
| scan0038 | Modifications to an 8-cylinder engine camshaft, advising a delay for new camforms. | ||
| View original record | 807. HPS. from Rm. Rm5/R.30.9.38. 8-cyl. engine camshaft. Will you please note that the run we have had on the 6-cyl. Bentley 50 engine has indicated that the camforms require modifying, and the… | ||
| scan0039 | Official order for silver finish steel sheets for a B.50 bonnet. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/Std. 1044 Rm/Std.2/MH.16.3.38. 805. O/N.52620. Will you please send an official order to Messrs. Park Ward for 2 sheets of silver finish steel approx. 5' x 5' each which will be used… | ||
| scan0040 | Design and materials for a bonnet with fixed side plates for model 1-B-50. | ||
| View original record | BY/RS. (struck through) c. Rm. c. Rm/Std. (struck through) c. DA/HV. (struck through) DA.6/G.9.4.38. ----- 805. h/new (handwritten) Rm/Std (handwritten) BONNET WITH FIXED SIDE PLATES - 1-B-50. We send… | ||
| scan0041 | Instructions for fixing the bonnet side plate for the B.50 model, detailing the procedure for a Rover type bonnet. | ||
| View original record | DI/NS. (3) C. Rm. 805 DA.1/G .12.4.38. STEADMAN BONNET SIDE PLATE AND FIXING - B.50. hwi RM(SM) PD.147 shows the side plate and method of securing it for the Rover type bonnet for B.50. The steeper… | ||
| scan0042 | Design memo detailing a scheme for the Bonnet Valance Strip for the B.50 model. | ||
| View original record | C. Rm. 805 DA.6/G.13.4.38. B.50. BONNET. STEADMAN We send herewith FD.148, a scheme showing the Bonnet Valance Strip for B.50. The rest Angle and Face Plate comprising the valance Strip are again made… | ||
| scan0043 | The dimensions, shape, and instructions for the B.50 bonnet layout. | ||
| View original record | ~~Dy/MS~~ C. Rm. ~~C. De/MV.~~ ~~C. De/JD.~~ DA.7/S.20.4.38. 805 STEADMAN BONNET LAYOUT - B.50. Hols Rhy /SOD PD.155 herewith gives the leading dimensions of the B.50 bonnet and gives the shape of the… | ||
| scan0044 | Confirming production arrangements for the B.50 Rover Type Bonnet. | ||
| View original record | γ 805 To HPS. from Rm/Std. c. By/NS. Rm/Std.11/MH.11.5.38. B.50 ROVER TYPE BONNET. Confirming our discussion with you yesterday, Rm/Std. will arrange with Messrs. Hallam, Sleigh & Cheston for the… | ||
| scan0045 | Issuance of new drawings for the Bentley 50, Bonnet Section 5260. | ||
| View original record | 805 BY/OS. c. Rm/Std. c. BY/NS. BY/Ald.2/G.20.5.38. Wohn Ru/sm BENTLEY 50. BONNET SECTION 5260. PD.145 Bonnet Top. PD.155 Bonnet Layout. Please receive herewith the following new drawings detailed in… | ||
| scan0046 | New blueprints for the Bentley 50 chassis bonnet. | ||
| View original record | File B.50 Bonnet 805 TO [Illegible Stamp] ex. RHC/OAN. c. Rm/Std. BY/CS1/EH.21.5.38. Re Bentley 50 Chassis. Bonnet - Section 5260. PD.145 - Bonnet Top PD.155 - Bonnet Layout. [Handwritten]: W/Ru… | ||
| scan0047 | Design, requirements, and interchangeability of bonnets for the B.50 and B.3 models. | ||
| View original record | J.H. B50 Bonnet SECRET BY/NS. c. Rm. c. Rm/Std. c. Rm/FD. 805 DA.18/G.2.6.38. hie Rm STTD/SDD BONNETS - B.50 and B.3. We attach hereto PD.181, PD.182 and PD.183 giving full information for detailing… | ||
| scan0048 | Provision and fitting of a non-standard bonnet rest strip. | ||
| View original record | 805 To HPS. from Rm/Std. Rm/Std.13/MH.29.6.38. We hand you herewith a 20' length of Ferodo "Bonrest" S.6891 bonnet rest strip which is .100 thick instead of the standard .156 material. Will you please… | ||
| scan0049 | Notes and considerations regarding the assembly of a detachable-sided steel bonnet. | ||
| View original record | To D.I. from HPS. c. Rm. Handwritten in red (crossed out): STD. We do not appear to have taken up any issues on this Job (P.) 1.B.50 BONNET. 805 H.W.P./sm We give below for your consideration a few… | ||
| scan0050 | Side strip components and a comparative analysis of bonnet weights. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - HPS.2/VS.30.6.38. The side strips consist of 176 pieces, and it does not seem possible to delete any of these components; there does not appear to be any reason, however, why the Remax fastener… | ||
| scan0051 | Report comparing the orthodox and Rover type bonnets for B.III & B.50 car models. | ||
| View original record | 805 also 1026+ 405. To Ry. from Rm/Std. c. Da. c. HPS. c. Da/Ev. Rm/Std.1/MH.21.9.38. REPORT ON BONNETS - B.III & B.50. In connection with the various discussions re bonnets for B.III and B.50, and… | ||
| scan0052 | Comparison of orthodox and Rover type bonnets regarding weight, cost, and user convenience. | ||
| View original record | -2- (4) From a weight and cost point of view there is little to choose between the orthodox and Rover bonnets provided both are in steel and that the latter is made as simple and inexpensive as… | ||
| scan0053 | Comparing various bonnet designs and proposing a revised scheme for the B.50 Rover type bonnet. | ||
| View original record | -3- RM/Std.1/MM.21.9.38. With regard to HPS.2/VS.30.6.38, we would point out that a good deal of the information contained therein requires qualification. As regards numbers of parts it will be found… | ||
| scan0054 | Design and cost of bonnet fasteners for B.III & B.50 type cars. | ||
| View original record | 805 abo 405 To By/Ald. from Rm/Std. Rm/Std.7/MH.7.11.38. B.III & B.50 BONNET FASTENERS. The above cars are now fitted with "Rover" type bonnets, i.e.top plates separate from side plates, and one Amal… | ||
| scan0055 | The procurement of bonnets for 8.B.V. & 2.B.50 cars. | ||
| View original record | 805 and Hoob To HPS. from Rm/Std. Rm/Std,C/MH.15.11.38. BONNETS FOR 8.B.V. & 2.B.50 CARS. Will you please note that we have ordered top plates complete with hinges and bonnet eyes (rear) for the above… | ||
| scan0056 | Distributing blueprints for new bonnet side plate details for the Bentley V Chassis. | ||
| View original record | 805 [REDACTED] [REDACTED] c. Rm/Std. c. [REDACTED] c. [REDACTED] BY/CS2/EH.18.11.38. Re Bentley V Chassis. Bonnet - Section 5260. Please receive herewith blue prints of the following new details, to… | ||
| scan0057 | Inspection report with criticisms on a new bonnet design for B.V. and B.70 chassis. | ||
| View original record | 805 + 405 To Da. from Hm/Std. c. By. c. Da/JB. c. HPS. c. By/Cs. c. BY/Ald. BONNETS - B.V. AND B.70. The latest mover type bonnet for B.V. (to FOD.888/931/932/933/934/900) has been detailed and two… | ||
| scan0058 | Bonnet design issues and proposed modifications for various car models. | ||
| View original record | -2- RM/Std.2/WH.2.12.38. (6) The edge turnover on the top plates, carrying the Ferodo rest strip, needs cutting away to clear the scuttle felt and the Radiator bonnet rest angle. (7) On both 8.B.V.… | ||
| scan0059 | Issues and proposed improvements for Bentley V & 50 car bonnets. | ||
| View original record | 805 405 To By. from Rm/wym. c. DA. c. DA/EV. c. DA/JD. Rm/wym.1/MH.30.3.39. BENTLEY V & 50 BONNETS. We have been looking into the bonnet question on B.V. and B.50 cars. First of all we would point out… | ||
| scan0060 | Potential improvements for bonnet fasteners and radiator side plate mountings. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/wym.1/MH.30.3.39. We would also like something similar to the 1939 Buick bonnet fastener or the "Amal" single action, double ended fastener for locking the side plates in position, instead of… | ||
| scan0061 | Schematics for Bentley 50 and Rover 12 bonnet panels. | ||
| View original record | BENTLEY 50 48.75" 25.00" .875" 1.00" 2.00" 14.00" 12.00" 16.75" A DELCO - CLIP CLIP SPOT-WELDED TO BONNET PANEL ROVER 12 44.00" 11.125" CLIP 2.75" 2.00" 7.00" ROLLED STIFFENING FLANGE FLANGE STIFFENER… | ||
| scan0062 | Comparison blueprint of bonnet side panel mountings for Rover 12 and Bentley 50 models. | ||
| View original record | ROVER 12. BONNET R.H. SIDE PANEL (040) 8.75 2.00" .110" FERODO FRONT MOUNTING FIXED DIRECTLY ON RADIATOR WING THIS MAY BE STANDARDISED SINCE BONNET SIDE STRIPS REMAIN THE SAME IRRESPECTIVE OF WINGS… | ||
| scan0063 | Requesting an investigation into cost reduction options for the B.50 crankshaft. | ||
| View original record | 817. 1044 also 1260. RHC. from Rm. RHC4/R.29.10.37. CRANKSHAFTS. B.50 crankshaft is going to be exactly the same as the Wraith unless a very material reduction in cost can be obtained by some… | ||
| scan0064 | Blueprints for Bentley 50 Spring Drive components and a bearing from Vandervell Products Ltd. | ||
| View original record | WPS. (crossed out) c. Rm. (crossed out) c. Rm/Swdl. (crossed out) .817 BY/Ald.9/G.8.12.38. BENTLEY 50. SPRING DRIVE - SECTION 5020. Please receive herewith two blueprints of each of the following :-… | ||