Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Requesting an order to be passed to Borg & Beck for a driven plate assembly. | ||
| View original record | J110 To Roy. Hs/Smth.13/JH.1.9.36: Borg & Beck. Will you please pass an order to Borg & Beck for :- 1 - 10" driven plate assembly faced with English Hycoe material. Hs/Smth. | ||
| scan0002 | Letter to Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. requesting a 10' driven plate for testing and urging about two special 11' clutches. | ||
| View original record | X1110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.12/JH. 1st September, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Co.Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 31st… | ||
| scan0003 | Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding clutch facings and despatching clutches on order. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. X111D BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0004 | Letter to Messrs. Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. regarding a reduction in thrust spring load for the Ph.III clutch. | ||
| View original record | X1110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.6/JH. 8th September, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Co.Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, Further to our visit to your Works… | ||
| scan0005 | Standardisation of parts form for an 11' Borg & Beck Clutch. | ||
| View original record | RR 735A (SH) (63912. 17-5-34) SM. 3/1319/3 COMPLETED 9.9.36. 20/25 STANDARDISATION OF PARTS. Date 19.8.36. Description of Parts. 11" Borg & Beck Clutch. X No. 1110 Drawing G.57170 No. F.61063 Part… | ||
| scan0006 | Cost-saving analysis comparing an old part with a new part, including the cost of new tooling. | ||
| View original record | Est. cost of extra jigs, tools and equipment £182. (Sft/Ws.11.7.36.) Already on production. Material Labour Charges Total £. s. d. £. s. d. £. s. d. £. s. d. Cost of old part 9 12 7 7 12 5 11 8 7 28… | ||
| scan0007 | Letter from clutch manufacturers Borg & Beck regarding the Phantom III clutch and sample driven plates. | ||
| View original record | X1110 Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0008 | Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. requesting information on the coefficient of friction for 'Hycoe' clutch material. | ||
| View original record | X1110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.14/KW. 10th September, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We are now fitting the 10" driven plate… | ||
| scan0009 | Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding the cost of sample 'Hyco' Friction Facings for a 10' clutch. | ||
| View original record | X 1110 Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W.1. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0010 | Letter from Borg & Beck regarding 'Hyco' friction fabric for a 10' driven plate on a Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. X1110 BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0011 | Continuation page of a letter from Borg & Beck Company Limited with an attached sticker for the Olympia Motor Exhibition. | ||
| View original record | Continuation No. 1 Messrs Rolls-Royce Ltd. We trust that the above is the information desired. Yours faithfully, BORG & BECK COMPANY LIMITED. H.T. Barker H. T. Barker. [Sticker Text] MOTOR EXHIBITION… | ||
| scan0012 | Invoice from Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. for modified Driven Plate Assemblies. | ||
| View original record | X1110 GRY Hs. G/Cam/CA.56/KI.15.9.36. We have an invoice from Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. dated 29th ulto. on which we are charged 19/-d. each for 6 - 10" No.41132 Driven Plate Assys. Modified, i.e. 3 fitted… | ||
| scan0013 | Special clutch driven plate from Borg & Beck for Phantom III experimental testing. | ||
| View original record | X 1110 To Roy. c. to G/JWH. c. to G/Mt. Hs/Smth.8/KW.29.9.36. Phantom III Clutch. Borg & Beck are sending to us this week - One special 13 1/2" Clutch Driven Plate, with cross cushion segmentation.… | ||
| scan0014 | Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding Hyco Friction Material and a Cushion Segment Driven Plate. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. X111D BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES.. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0015 | Phantom III driven plate handed over by a Borg & Beck representative. | ||
| View original record | To G/Mt. X1110 Hs/Smth.16/JH.2.10.36. We have been handed by a Borg & Beck representative :- 1 Phantom III driven plate with cross cushion segmentation. Will you please arrange to book this in.… | ||
| scan0016 | Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding the trial of a new 13.5 inch driven plate. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. X1110 Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD.. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROOK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0017 | Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. reporting on the performance of a cross cushion clutch plate after testing in a Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | X 1110 Exptl. Dept: Hs/Smth.9/JH. 8th October, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We are now in a position to report on the… | ||
| scan0018 | Page 2 of a letter discussing the widths of facing and potential improvements to cushioning. | ||
| View original record | (2) Hs/Smth.9/JH.8.10.36. compare the two widths of facing. If there is an improvement we can consider introducing your type of cushioning as the next step. Yours faithfully, FOR ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. | ||
| scan0019 | Letter from clutch manufacturers Borg & Beck regarding technical data sheets for specific clutch models. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. X1110 BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. Registered Office BROOK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0020 | Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding the performance and testing of a sample driven plate on a Phantom III chassis. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. X110 BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROOK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0021 | Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd regarding a driven plate and disc. | ||
| View original record | Continuation No. 1 Messrs Rolls-Royce Limited........ We note that at the moment you do not feel that a Driven Plate having wider facings is worth while, but we shall await the result of the tests on… | ||
| scan0022 | Letter to Messrs. Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. regarding modifications and delivery of an original plate. | ||
| View original record | K110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.18/KW. 12th October, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Co.Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 9th… | ||
| scan0023 | Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding a Phantom III Cross Cushion Segment. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROOK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS: Tachbrook… | ||
| scan0024 | Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. to arrange a meeting to discuss the Phantom III clutch. | ||
| View original record | X110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.18/KW. 14th October, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Armitage. Dear Sirs, Further to a letter we have received from… | ||
| scan0025 | Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. proposing a modification to the Bentley clutch based on Phantom III findings. | ||
| View original record | X110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.25/KW. 16th October, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, On the Phantom III clutch we seem to have… | ||
| scan0026 | Deteriorating accuracy of Borg & Beck clutches for Bentley and 25/30 models. | ||
| View original record | X 1110 To By. & Sft. c. to Mx. c. to Roy. Hs/Smth.4/KW.17.10.36. Borg & Beck Clutches. We understand that there has recently been a deterioration in the accuracy with which Borg & Beck set the… | ||
| scan0027 | Order to be placed with Borg & Beck for a specific Bentley Clutch driven plate. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. c. to G/JWH. X 1110 Hs/Smth.9/KW.20.10.36. Bentley Clutch. Will you please pass an order to Borg & Beck for :- One Standard 10" Driven Plate, but with .045" cushioning. Hs/Smth. | ||
| scan0028 | Letter from clutch manufacturers Borg & Beck regarding the construction and testing of a Bentley clutch. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. A110 BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0029 | Inspection and relining of a returned Borg and Beck clutch centre plate for a Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | c/o RM/F.H. Smith Re: Bentley Chassis No. B-3-GP. We have recently received from 'K' department a Borg and Beck centre plate returned ex the above number chassis. This was handed to you for… | ||
| scan0030 | Inspection and relining of a Borg & Beck centre plate from a Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | + 1110 To Hd. c. to D/BP. Rm/Smth. 6/JH. 23.10.36. Bentley Chassis No. B-3-GP. We send you herewith a Borg & Beck centre plate taken from the above chassis by 'K' department. We have inspected this,… | ||
| scan0031 | Inquiry to Ford Motor Company regarding the durability of rubberised friction fabrics for clutches. | ||
| View original record | X110 Exptl. Dept. Rm/Smth.10/JH. 23rd October, 1936. A.R. Smith Esq., The Ford Motor Company Ltd., Dagenham, Essex. Dear Sir, We are interested in the question of using rubberised friction fabrics for… | ||
| scan0032 | Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. detailing modifications for two returned 10-A-6 type clutch cover assemblies. | ||
| View original record | x 1110 Exptl. Dept. Rm/Smth.4/JH. 26th October, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We are returning to you two old 10-A-6 type… | ||
| scan0033 | Modifications for two 10-A-6 type Bentley clutch cover assemblies sent to Borg & Beck. | ||
| View original record | XM10 To Roy. c.c. to C/Mt. c.c. to G/JWH. Rm/Smth.3/JH. 26.10.38. Bentley Clutch. We are sending into the stores two 10-A-6 type clutch cover assemblies for despatch to Borg & Beck. Will you please… | ||
| scan0034 | Letter from a clutch manufacturer regarding a material supply issue for Eyebolts and a new sample of S.82 steel for testing. | ||
| View original record | 110 Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0035 | Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding clutch assembly rebuilds and parts. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. V1110 BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0036 | The physical and chemical testing of S.82 steel for potential use in clutch eyebolts. | ||
| View original record | 61110 To H1. Rm/Smth.15/JH.28.10.36. S.82 Steel. This is to confirm that we handed to you yesterday a piece of round bar of this material for physical and chemical tests, to determine whether or not… | ||
| scan0037 | Letter from Ford Motor Company clarifying the materials used for clutch facings. | ||
| View original record | Y 1110 Ford Motor Company, Ltd. DAGENHAM Essex. TELEPHONE: RAINHAM 3000. TELEGRAMS: FORDMOTOR,TELEX,DAGENHAM. CABLES:FORDMOTOR, DAGENHAM. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE COMPANY IN YOUR REPLY… | ||
| scan0038 | Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. regarding wear on a 10 A.3. type clutch after endurance testing in a Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | 1110 Exptl. Dept. Rm/Smth.30/JH. 29th October, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Taxhbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker: Dear Sirs, Now have now taken down the 10 A.3. type… | ||
| scan0039 | The quality control of Borg and Beck clutches and supplier standards. | ||
| View original record | Rm. c. BY. c. Mx. c. Roy. - from Sft. de Smith 1110 Sft.1/EMG.30.10.36. BORG AND BECK CLUTCHES. We have been looking into the points raised in memo' Hs/Smth.4/KW.17.10.36, and we have given definite… | ||
| scan0040 | Letter to Ford Motor Co. Ltd. about the origin of a clutch disc seen at the Olympia Show. | ||
| View original record | γ 110 Expl. Dept. Rm/Smth.17/MJ. 30th. October, 1936. A.R.Smith Esq., The Ford Motor Co. Ltd., Dagenham, Essex. Dear Sir, We thank you for your letter of the 29th. inst., and regret that you have had… | ||
| scan0041 | Letter of enquiry to Messrs. Newton & Bennet Ltd. regarding particulars of their flexible clutch disc. | ||
| View original record | Y 1110 Expl. Dept. Rm/Smth.1/MJ. 31st. October, 1936. Messrs. Newton & Bennet Ltd., Valetta Road, Acton, London W.3. Dear Sirs, We should be interested to have particulars of your flexible clutch… | ||
| scan0042 | Letter from a clutch manufacturer regarding wear on a clutch from a Bentley Chassis and arranging a visit to discuss. | ||
| View original record | 1110 Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0043 | Letter to Borg & Beck Company regarding a visit, clutches, a modified plate, and steel tests. | ||
| View original record | J110 Rm/Smth.1/GR. 2nd November, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Company, Ltd., Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA. For the attention of Mr. H.T. Barker. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 31st… | ||
| scan0044 | Graph showing the characteristics of a long semi-centrifugal clutch versus motor RPM. | ||
| View original record | CHARACTERISTICS OF LONG SEMI-CENTRIFUGAL CLUTCH ADVERTISED IN S.A.E. JOURNAL, APRIL 1936 MOTOR R.P.M. EFFECTIVE LOAD ON PRESSURE PLATE X-AXIS: 0, 500, 1000, 1500, 2000, 2500, 3000, 3500, 4000, 4500,… | ||
| scan0045 | Letter from Newton & Bennett Ltd. regarding their flexible clutch disc. | ||
| View original record | NEWTON HYDRO-PNEUMATIC SHOCK ABSORBER NEWTON AUTOMATIC CENTRIFUGAL CLUTCH. NEWTON & BENNETT LTD. Valetta Road Acton, London, W.3 Head Office: King Street West, Manchester, 3 Telephone: Shepherds Bush… | ||
| scan0046 | Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding trials and updates to various clutch parts. | ||
| View original record | Smith X1110 Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I.… | ||
| scan0047 | Letter from Newton & Bennett Ltd. arranging a visit to discuss a flexible clutch plate. | ||
| View original record | NEWTON HYDRO-PNEUMATIC SHOCK ABSORBER NEWTON AUTOMATIC CENTRIFUGAL CLUTCH. NEWTON & BENNETT LTD. Valetta Road Acton, London, W.3 Head Office : King Street West, Manchester, 3 Telephone : Shepherds… | ||
| scan0048 | Letter to Newton & Bennett Ltd. confirming a meeting with Mr. Newton. | ||
| View original record | (Experimental Dept.) Rm/Smth9/GR. 5th November, 1936. Messrs. Newton & Bennett Ltd., Valetta Road, Acton, LONDON. W.3. Dear Sirs, Your Reference NBN/GP. Referring to your letters of the 2nd and 4th… | ||
| scan0049 | Requesting an order for a 10-A-6 type Bentley clutch with specific modifications. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. Rm/Smth.5/JH.5.11.36. Bentley Clutch. Will you please pass an order to Borg & Beck for one 10-A-6 type clutch, but with the following modifications. (1) Extra bearing surface for pressure… | ||
| scan0050 | Letter to Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding clutch modifications, steel sample testing, and a new clutch order. | ||
| View original record | X1110 Rm/Smth10/R. 5th November, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Company Ltd., Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA. For the attention of MR. H.T. Barker. Dear Sirs, We acknowledge with thanks your letter of the… | ||
| scan0051 | Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding clutch models, materials, and modifications. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORG&BECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA. 1550-1. Handwritten: L H SMITH 7/110 BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET,… | ||
| scan0052 | Urging action on three specific clutch development jobs. | ||
| View original record | 1110 To RHC/HPS. from Rm/Smth. Rm/Smth.3/AP.9.11.36. CLUTCHES There are three clutch jobs in which we are particularly interested, and we would be obliged if you will do all you can to urge them viz:-… | ||
| scan0053 | Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding the manufacture and inspection of 11-inch clutches for a 25-HP application. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I. Your Ref........... 6/110 Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF… | ||
| scan0054 | Letter to Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd. proposing a joint inspection process for a number of clutches. | ||
| View original record | c. to RHO. X 1110 Expl. Dept. Rm/Smth.10/MJ. 10th. November, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. Dear Sirs, Confirming our telephone conversation with Mr. Shinkins this… | ||
| scan0055 | Letter to Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd. concerning a proposed visit to co-operate on clutch inspection. | ||
| View original record | mo c. to RHC. Expl. Dept. Rm/Smth.10/MJ. 10th. November, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. Dear Sirs, Confirming our telephone conversation with Mr. Shinkins this… | ||
| scan0056 | Questioning the recent price increase of Borg and Beck clutches for Bentley and 25/30 models. | ||
| View original record | 1110 Roy. from Rm. c. to Hs. c. to Sft. Rm18/R.10.11.36. BORG AND BECK CLUTCHES. During the discussion, while Sg. was here yesterday, we understood you to say that the cost of the Borg and Beck clutch… | ||
| scan0057 | Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding a visit and the testing of 10' and 11' clutches. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I. Your Ref. Rm/Smth.10/MJ. 27110 Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LT.D… | ||
| scan0058 | Confirming a request from Borg and Beck for flywheels and studs to be used for setting up a clutch testing fixture. | ||
| View original record | 11/10 To RHC. from Rm/Smth. Rm/Smth.15/AP.12.11.36. BORG AND BECK CLUTCHES. Confirming our conversation this morning on this subject, Borg and Beck have asked us to supply them with:- 1 - 25/30… | ||
| scan0059 | Letter from Newton & Bennett Ltd. acknowledging an order for an experimental clutch plate. | ||
| View original record | 1110 NEWTON HYDRO-PNEUMATIC SHOCK ABSORBER NEWTON AUTOMATIC CENTRIFUGAL CLUTCH. NEWTON & BENNETT LTD. Valetta Road Acton, London, W.3 Head Office: King Street West, Manchester, 3 Telephone : Shepherds… | ||
| scan0060 | Letter to Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. regarding clutch cover distortion, flywheels, and a new fixture. | ||
| View original record | 8110 TS/AMS/LP TS/HTB/MBL Experimental Department Rm/Smth.14/AP. 13th November 1936. Messrs Borg & Beck Co.Ltd., Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA. For the attention of Mr.H.T.Barker. Dear Sir, We thank… | ||
| scan0061 | Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding supply, packaging, and tolerances of clutches. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. 1166 Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0062 | The consultation required before fitting Borg and Beck clutches to a chassis. | ||
| View original record | r 1110 To HPS. from Rm/Smth. c. Rm/Swdl. c. Rm/FD. Rm/Smth.8/AP.14.11.36. BORG AND BECK CLUTCHES Before any unit having a Borg and Beck clutch is fitted to a Chassis, or before a clutch is changed in… | ||
| scan0063 | Promotional document for the Newton Patent Clutch Disc. | ||
| View original record | File 111D NEWTON CLUTCH DISC Patent No. 443608 Showing how the dished spring-steel washers are fitted. They ensure smooth engagement. Illustrated above is the NEWTON PATENT CLUTCH DISC, a simple yet… | ||
| scan0064 | The features and advantages of the Newton Clutch Disc. | ||
| View original record | NEWTON CLUTCH DISC Patent No. 443608 Features and Advantages. (1) Gives full face contact throughout the complete range of take-up and life of Disc. (2) The end load is calculated in direct proportion… | ||
| scan0065 | Reprint from 'The Motor' magazine about an ingenious new clutch plate for smooth pick-up developed by Noel Newton. | ||
| View original record | Reprinted from The Motor October 16, 1935. A New Clutch which Provides Smooth Pick-up INGENIOUS CLUTCH PLATE DEVELOPED BY NOEL NEWTON MANY of the new British cars are fitted with an ingenious form of… | ||
| scan0066 | Production troubles, price increases, and quality issues with Borg & Beck clutches. | ||
| View original record | 81110 RECEIVED 17 NOV 1936 To Rm. from ROY. (Crossed out: c. to Hs.) (Crossed out: c. to Sft.) ROY1/MG16.11.36 Borg & Beck Clutches Rm18/R10.11.36 - My recollection of the discussion is that I stated… | ||
| scan0067 | Issue of slack clutch links and the need for improved workmanship on several car models. | ||
| View original record | 1110. Hs. c. to RHC. Rm15/R.20.11.36. CLUTCHES. Replying to Hs2/KW.20.11.36., we have actually taken up the question of slack clutch links with the works on a number of occasions. In particular, I… | ||
| scan0068 | Setting difficulties experienced with the Borg & Beck clutch on Bentley & 25/30 HP models. | ||
| View original record | To RH. from RHC/HPS. e.c. to DE. (Struck through) c.c. to PH. (Struck through) c. to Rm. Handwritten Note: LE Smith. Would you like to condense this for a depot sheet. 26.11.36. Rm. 1110 BENTLEY &… | ||
| scan0069 | Instructions for setting and adjusting a clutch mechanism. | ||
| View original record | -2- RRC/HPS.S/CB.24.11.36. fingers can easily be depressed on the bench, and they must be so depressed 3 or 4 times before any measurements are taken during the "setting" process. THE "SETTING" OF THE… | ||
| scan0070 | Blueprint of a rig for Bentley and 25/30 HP clutch finger operation. | ||
| View original record | BORG & BECK RIG BENTLEY AND 25/30 HP Ex I 86 Ex25086 GAUGE (25-30HP) BENTLEY GAUGE HAS ONLY THREE ARMS WHEEL TO FACILITATE OPERATION OF CLUTCH FINGERS FEELER-GAUGE INTRODUCED HERE MAX DIFF BETWEEN… | ||
| scan0071 | Blueprint detailing modifications for a Bentley 25/30 HP component, comparing an existing and a new scheme with a castellated nut. | ||
| View original record | BENTLEY 4 25/30 HP MODIFICATIONS Ex I 85 MHP FIG 1 SHOWS EXISTING SCHEME. NOTE - KNIFE-EDGE CONTACT SURFACES AT X Y FIG 2 SHOWS NEW SCHEME. NOTE: - BETTER CONTACT SURFACES AT XY. - ALSO CASTELLATED… | ||
| scan0072 | Blueprint showing a modification for a Bentley 4 & 25/30 HP, comparing an existing scheme to a new one with a castellated nut. | ||
| View original record | MODIFICATIONS BENTLEY 4 & 25/30 HP Ex I 85 FIG 1 SHOWS EXISTING SCHEME. NOTE-KNIFE-EDGE CONTACT SURFACES AT XY FIG 2 SHOWS NEW SCHEME. NOTE:-BETTER CONTACT SURFACES AT XY.- ALSO CASTELLATED NUT FIG 3… | ||
| scan0073 | Letter from Newton & Bennett Ltd. regarding the preparation of drawings and a sample clutch plate for a 'Panthom 3'. | ||
| View original record | 8110 NEWTON HYDRO-PNEUMATIC SHOCK ABSORBER NEWTON AUTOMATIC CENTRIFUGAL CLUTCH. NEWTON & BENNETT LTD. Valetta Road Acton, London, W.3 Head Office : King Street West, Manchester, 3 Telephone :… | ||
| scan0074 | Letter from the Experimental Department to Messrs Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. regarding a finger setting campaign and clutch plates. | ||
| View original record | r 1110 Experimental Department 24th November 1936. Rm/Smth.5/AP. Messrs Borg & Beck Co.Ltd., Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA, Warwickshire. Your Ref TS/HTB/MBL. For the attention of Mr.H.T.Barker. Dear… | ||
| scan0075 | The order and subsequent return of 40 eyebolts for an 11A3 type clutch from Borg & Beck. | ||
| View original record | 1110 To Roy. c. D/BP. c. C/Mt. Rm/Smth2/R.24.11.36. BORG & BECK. On 14/11/36 we ordered over the 'phone from Borg & Beck:- 40 eyebolts suitable for the 11A3 type clutch. These were intended for… | ||
| scan0076 | Requesting an official order for 40 eyebolt nuts for Production Bentley and 25/30 clutches. | ||
| View original record | 1110 To Roy. from Rm/Smth. c. to G/JWH. Rm/Smth.9/AP.25.11.36. Will you please pass to Messrs Borg & Beck. an official order for 40 eyebolt nuts. We ordered them by telephone today. These are required… | ||
| scan0077 | Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding clutch lever settings and orders. | ||
| View original record | 110 Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0078 | Letter to a supplier regarding issues with delivered clutches and proposing a collaborative solution for their correction. | ||
| View original record | 110 By. c. to RHC. c. to Roy. c. to Mr. Goodall. Experimental Dept. Rm/Smth10/R. 7th December, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Company Ltd., Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA. For the attention of Mr. H.… | ||
| scan0079 | Letter from Newton & Bennett Ltd. regarding the despatch of an experimental Newton Clutch Plate. | ||
| View original record | 1202 NEWTON HYDRO-PNEUMATIC SHOCK ABSORBER NEWTON AUTOMATIC CENTRIFUGAL CLUTCH. NEWTON & BENNETT LTD. Valetta Road Acton, London, W.3 Head Office : King Street West, Manchester, 3 Telephone :… | ||
| scan0080 | Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. discussing specifications and requesting a quotation for clutches. | ||
| View original record | 1/10 Experimental Dept. Rm/Smth.1/JH. 12th December, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, Confirming the writer's visit to your… | ||
| scan0081 | Page two of a typed document regarding castellated nuts. | ||
| View original record | -2- (5) Castellated nuts to enable us to set the fingers at our works. Yours fiathfully, FOR ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. | ||
| scan0082 | Letter from Borg & Beck regarding clutch adjustments, castellated nuts, and a production quote for clutch models 10.A6 and 11.A6. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS: Tachbrook… | ||
| scan0083 | Letter from Newton & Bennett Ltd. providing technical details for a special clutch disc prepared for a Phantom III model. | ||
| View original record | 110 NEWTON HYDRO-PNEUMATIC SHOCK ABSORBER NEWTON AUTOMATIC CENTRIFUGAL CLUTCH. NEWTON & BENNETT LTD. Valetta Road Acton, London, W.3 Head Office : King Street West, Manchester, 3 Telephone : Shepherds… | ||
| scan0084 | Letter to Newton & Bennett Ltd. acknowledging receipt of a clutch disc and noting its high Moment of Inertia. | ||
| View original record | 110 Rm/Smth8/R. 16th December, 1936. Messrs. Newton & Bennett Ltd., Valetta Road, Acton, LONDON. W.3. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 15th instant and for the clutch disc which came… | ||
| scan0085 | Modifications, criticisms and adjustments to Borg & Beck clutches. | ||
| View original record | 1110 RHC. from Rm/Smth. Roy. c. to Hs. c. to By. Rm/Smth.4/AP.19.12.36. BORG & BECK CLUTCHES. Except for the setting of the operating fingers, we have been able to eliminate all the criticisms… | ||
| scan0086 | Letter to Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. regarding rear axle 'overun groans' in a 25/30 HP car and asking for suggestions on damper springs. | ||
| View original record | Experimental Department 19th December 1936. Rm/Smth.5/AP. Messrs Borg & Beck Co.Ltd., Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA, Warwickshire. For the attention of Mr.H.T.Barker. Dear Sirs, Unless we fit a… | ||
| scan0087 | Letter to supplier Borg & Beck Ltd. concerning an issue with insufficiently countersunk rivet heads on driven plates. | ||
| View original record | 1110 Experimental Department 22nd. December 1936. Rm/Smth.16/AP. Messrs Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA. For the attention of Mr. R. Baker. Dear Sirs, We have been getting a number of… | ||
| scan0088 | Return of a faulty Bentley driven plate to Messrs Borg & Beck due to faulty rivetting. | ||
| View original record | 1110 To G/Mt. from Rm/Smth. c. to D/BP. c. to Roy. Rm/Smth.17/AP.22.12.36. We are sending into the Stores a Bentley driven plate for despatch to Messrs Borg & Beck, Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa.… | ||
| scan0089 | Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding overrun noise in the rear axle of a 25/30-HP car. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. 1110. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD.. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W.1. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0090 | Letter from Borg & Beck acknowledging a complaint about insufficiently countersunk rivet heads on a clutch plate. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. 1110. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0091 | Letter from a clutch manufacturer regarding a delay in supplying serrated nuts due to a tool delivery issue. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS: Tachbrook… | ||
| scan0092 | Stock of Borg & Beck clutch driven discs in the experimental stores and a proposal for their refurbishment. | ||
| View original record | 1110 - To HPS. Rm/Smth.6/JH.5.1.37. BORG & BECK CLUTCHES. There are in the experimental stores :- 5 11" driven discs. 13 10" " " Some of these discs have experimental friction facings and others have… | ||
| scan0093 | Letter from Vandervell Products Ltd. regarding lay-out drawings for special discs and enclosing associated blueprints. | ||
| View original record | VANDERVELL PRODUCTS LTD. TELEGRAMS & CABLES: STEELBAK, LONDON. DIRECTORS: C.A.VANDERVELL, G.A.VANDERVELL, M.P.FOSTER. TELEPHONE ACORN 2251/2. MANUFACTURERS OF PRESSED BUSHINGS, STEEL BACKED BABBITT &… | ||
| scan0094 | Letter from The Cleveland Graphite Bronze Co to Vandervell Products Ltd regarding fitting friction lining on clutch plates. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. THE CLEVELAND GRAPHITE BRONZE CO CLEVELAND. December,18, 1936. Messrs. Vandervell Products Limited, Western Avenue, Park Royal, W.3. England. Attention: Mr.G.A.Vandervell. Gentlemen:… | ||
| scan0095 | The concluding page of a typed letter from The Cleveland Graphite Bronze Co. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Trusting the above information will meet with your approval, we remain. Very truly yours, THE CLEVELAND GRAPHITE BRONZE CO. | ||
| scan0096 | Engineering drawing for a clutch friction disc. | ||
| View original record | DR. NO. 67100 1/64 PUNCH 8 HOLES 3/16 PUNCH 8 HOLES 8 SLOTS - .047 SAW EQUALLY SPACED TO BE CUT AFTER BRONZE IS APPLIED 1/4 DRILL 8 HOLES 18 HOLES EQUALLY SPACED EXCEPT FOR 1 HOLE WHICH IS OFFSET AS… | ||
| scan0097 | Blueprint of a clutch friction disc spring. | ||
| View original record | DR. NO. /100106-4 1/16 SPRING STEEL TEMPERED R. -1/8 1/32 R. 1/10 5/32 -20° - 5° 1/64 PUNCH. 2 13/16 8 REQ'D PER SET 1/16 TRUE R. 5/16 8 3/8 2 3/32 R. 2 21/32 R. LONG MANUFACTURING CO. # FORM S. ON… | ||
| scan0098 | Blueprint for a clutch driven disc. | ||
| View original record | DR. NO. /00150-1 8 SLOTS .047 WIDE EQUALLY SPACED AS SHOWN 1/4 DRILL - 8 HOLES REMOVE SHARP EDGES 18 HOLES EQUALLY SPACED EXCEPT FOR 1 HOLE WHICH IS OFFSET AS SHOWN DRILL .1562 DIA. ±.005 ROLLS-ROYCE,… | ||
| scan0099 | Blueprint for a clutch friction disc manufactured by The Cleveland Graphite Bronze Co. | ||
| View original record | DR. NO. 100150-2 4 SLOTS .026-.030 WIDE EQUALLY SPACED AS SHOWN 3/16 DRILL - 4 HOLES REMOVE SHARP EDGES 6 13/16 R. 5/16 R. 1 - R.H. AND 1 L.H. DISC REQ'D. SLOT 1 AS SHOWN & 1 OPPOSITE 15/64 DRILL -… | ||
| scan0100 | Blueprint of a clutch pressure plate assembly. | ||
| View original record | S. C/00/ ON U/D DR. NO. 100/150-3 NATURAL POSITION OF CLUTCH FACING BEFORE ENGAGEMENT PRESSURE PLATE SPRINGS TO SUIT 100/150-2 100/148-2 SECTION A-A ROLLS-ROYCE, LTD. S. OH MROY TOOLS MUST BE STAMPED… | ||
| scan0101 | Letter from a clutch manufacturer confirming modifications to rivet heads. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. 1110. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0102 | Insufficiently countersunk rivets on clutch driven plates from supplier Borg & Beck, and the agreed future specification. | ||
| View original record | R 1110 To RBy. c. to RHC. c. to Mr. Goodall. c. to Roy. Rm/Smth.5/JH.7.1.37. Borg & Beck. We have recently been receiving from Borg & Beck clutch driven plates of which the rivets have not been… | ||
| scan0103 | Letter to Vandervell Products Ltd. acknowledging their proposals for a clutch. | ||
| View original record | 1110. Experimental Dept. Rm/Smth.6/JH. Your Ref.CAV.DH. 8th January, 1937. The Vandervell Products Ltd., Western Avenue, Park Royal, LONDON.W.3. Dear Sirs, We beg to acknowledge with thanks your… | ||
| scan0104 | Cost breakdown for changing flywheel starter rings on Phantom II and 20 HP models. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. J 1110 Cricklewood. Oct.21.st.1936. Flywheels and flywheel rings for starter motor. I have obtained the following information that you required. PHANTOM II. The cost of changing a loose… | ||
| scan0105 | Costs and failure rates for the 20-25 H. Solid Flywheel and Starter Ring. | ||
| View original record | -2- 20-25 H. Solid Flywheel and Starter Ring. The cost of changing a complete flywheel is £6. 15.0. The procedure is to remove the flywheel, send it to Derby, have geared ring turned off, and a new… | ||
| scan0106 | Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding the forwarding of quotations. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. 1110. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0107 | Pricing for various Borg & Beck clutch models and parts. | ||
| View original record | 1110. Rm/Smth. ROY/MS4/P.14.1.37. BORG & BECK CLUTCHES. We have received a communication from the above firm with regard to an improved type of Clutch, their Model 10.A6, for which they are quoting… | ||
| scan0108 | Letter to Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. regarding the price difference for various clutch types. | ||
| View original record | Copy to Roy. γ 1110 Experimental Department 18th January 1937. Rm/Smth.17/AP. Messrs Borg & Beck Co.Ltd., Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA. For the attention of Mr.H.T. Barker. Dear Sirs, We thank you… | ||
| scan0109 | Letter from Newton & Bennett Ltd following up on a submitted clutch disc. | ||
| View original record | NEWTON HYDRO-PNEUMATIC SHOCK ABSORBER NEWTON AUTOMATIC CENTRIFUGAL CLUTCH. 1110 NEWTON & BENNETT LTD. Valetta Road Acton, London, W.3 Head Office: King Street West, Manchester, 3 Telephone: Shepherds… | ||
| scan0110 | Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. about revised quotations and price increases for clutches. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. 1110 BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0111 | Letter to Messrs. Newton & Bennett Ltd. regarding the ongoing testing of a clutch disc. | ||
| View original record | 1110 Experimental Dept. Rm/Smth.11/JH. 21st. January, 1937, Messrs. Newton & Bennett Ltd., Valetta Road, Acton, London.W.3. For the attention of Mr. N.B.Newton. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter… | ||
| scan0112 | On damage caused to engine spring cups due to incorrect timing methods and a recommendation for the correct procedure. | ||
| View original record | Rm/FD. from Rm/Smth. 1110 Rm/Smth2/R.23.1.37. TIMING ENGINES. Considerable damage was done to the spring cups of 35-EX by the Tester who timed the engine. He had evidently turned the engine by barring… | ||
| scan0113 | Letter from Newton & Bennett Ltd. discussing the potential use of duraluminium for a clutch plate. | ||
| View original record | 1110 NEWTON HYDRO-PNEUMATIC SHOCK ABSORBER NEWTON AUTOMATIC CENTRIFUGAL CLUTCH. NEWTON & BENNETT LTD. Valetta Road Acton, London, W.3 Head Office: King Street West, Manchester, 3 Telephone: Shepherds… | ||
| scan0114 | Letter to Messrs. Borg & Beck Co.Ltd. requesting an update on the castillation of eyebolt nuts. | ||
| View original record | 1/10 Rm/Smth.8/JH. Experimental Dept. 9th February, 1937. Messrs. Borg & Beck & Co.Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We should be glad to know when you… | ||
| scan0115 | Letter from a clutch manufacturer regarding the receipt of tooling for castellated nuts and the resulting delivery schedule. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. 1/10 -Le Soc... BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1.… | ||
| scan0116 | Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. confirming action on a previous correspondence. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1530-1. 1110 BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. YOUR… | ||
| scan0117 | Letter to W. Emmott of Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. concerning letters of introduction for Mr. Robotham's visit to American firms. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten] R 1110 Experimental Dept. Rm/Smth.11/JH. 16th February, 1937. W.Emmott Esq, Messrs. Borg & Beck Co.Ltd., Brock House, Langham Street, London.W.1. Dear Mr. Emmott, I handed your letters… | ||
| scan0118 | Letter from the Experimental Dept. to H.T. Barker of Messrs. Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 110 Experimental Dept. Rm/Smth.14/JH. 16th February, 1937. H.T.Barker Esq., Messrs. Borg & Beck Co.Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. Dear Barker, Many thanks for your letter of Feb. 10th and for… | ||
| scan0119 | Letter chasing a supplier, Borg & Beck Co. Ltd., for a delayed order of clutches with castellated eyebolt nuts. | ||
| View original record | 1110 Experimental Dept. Rm/Smth.2/JH. 9th March, 1937. Messrs. Borg & Beck Co.Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We beg to remind you that we are not yet… | ||
| scan0120 | Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd regarding a delay in the delivery of clutches with castellated eyebolt nuts. | ||
| View original record | 1110 Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0121 | Current and previous prices for Borg & Beck clutches for specific car models. | ||
| View original record | 1110 Rm/Smith. ROY/MS13/P.17.3.37. BORG & BECK CLUTCHES. As arranged, we give below particulars of the prices we are at present paying to Borg & Beck for Clutches:- Today's Price. Previous Price.… | ||
| scan0122 | Letter to Messrs. Newton & Bennett Ltd. regarding the testing and modification of a clutch plate. | ||
| View original record | 1110. Experimental Dept. Rm/Smth.9/JH. 19th March. 1937. Messrs. Newton & Bennett Ltd., Valetta Road, Acton, LONDON.W.3. For the attention of Mr. N.B. Newton. Dear Sirs, We have now been able to test… | ||
| scan0123 | Letter confirming a clutch plate order, noting a discrepancy in specifications and potential delivery delays. | ||
| View original record | 1/110 NEWTON & BENNETT LIMITED VALETTA ROAD · ACTON LONDON·W·3 TELEPHONE SHEPHERDS BUSH 2372 TELEGRAMS NEWSORBER·EALUX LONDON YOUR Ref Rm/Smth.9/JH. OUR Ref NBN/GP. DATE 22nd.March,1937. Messrs Rolls… | ||
| scan0124 | Letter to Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding the manufacture of the Experimental Phantom III clutch plate and its components. | ||
| View original record | 1110. Rm/Smth3/R. 13th April, 1937. Messrs. Borg & Beck Company Ltd., Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA. For the attention of Mr. H.T. Barker. Dear Sirs, We beg to confirm the discussion which the Writer… | ||
| scan0125 | Letter from Borg & Beck confirming a meeting to discuss Phantom III clutch plates. | ||
| View original record | 1110 Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0126 | Letter from Newton & Bennett Ltd. regarding a forwarded clutch plate with a manufacturing defect in the lining. | ||
| View original record | 1110 NEWTON & BENNETT LIMITED VALETTA ROAD · ACTON LONDON · W · 3 TELEPHONE SHEPHERDS BUSH 2372 TELEGRAMS NEWSORBER · EALUX LONDON YOUR REF________ OUR REF NBN/GP. DATE 30th.April, 1937. NEWTON… | ||
| scan0127 | Letter to Ferodo Ltd. requesting a sample of a new rubber bonded clutch facing material. | ||
| View original record | 111b Experimental Dept. Rm/Smth.11/JH. 4th May, 1937. Messrs. Ferodo Ltd., Chapel-en-le-Frith. For the attention of Mr. J.N.Longley. Dear Sirs, When we were talking over the 'phone the other day, we… | ||
| scan0128 | Graph plotting load in pounds against cushion in inches for three different compound cushion plates. | ||
| View original record | COMPOUND CUSHION PLATE #1 " 2 " 3 LOAD IN LBS. CUSHION IN INCHES CHRYSLER #11020 DRIVEN PLATE ASSEMBLIES HAVING #3975 CUSHION SPGS. & MANHATTAN #3910-C FACINGS -PRODUCTION- GENE DIETZGEN CO. 346 350 | ||
| scan0129 | Graph plotting load in pounds versus cushion in inches for three compound cushion plates. | ||
| View original record | COMPOUND CUSHION LOAD IN LBS CUSHION IN INCHES PLATE RECORD NO-3 PLATE RECORD NO-1 PLATE RECORD NO-2 #1043 DRIVEN PLATE ASSEMBLY WITH REPM CD #279 FACINGS. THESE PLATES WERE INSPECTED & PASSED - READY… | ||
| scan0130 | Letter to Mr. Lorringer of The Long Clutch Manufacturing Co. regarding assistance with the Phantom III clutch and outstanding parts. | ||
| View original record | c. Roy. c. G/JWH. Rm15/R. 7th May, 1937. Mr. Lorringer, The Long Clutch Manufacturing Co., Dequindre, DETROIT. U.S.A. Dear Mr. Lorringer, I am now back in England, and should like to thank you for the… | ||
| scan0131 | Letter to Ferodo Ltd. correcting the dimensions for clutch facings for various models. | ||
| View original record | 1110 Rm/Smth.2/AP. 8th May 1937 Messrs Ferodo Ltd., CHAPEL-IN-LE-FRITH. For the Attention of Mr.J.N.Longley Dear Sirs, Further to your telephone conversation with Mr.Robotham yesterday, we believe we… | ||
| scan0132 | Letter from Ferodo Limited concerning the production of experimental clutch facing dies. | ||
| View original record | All Communications to be addressed to the Company. 1110. FERODO LIMITED TELEPHONE: 19 CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH (5 LINES) TELEGRAMS: FRICTION, PHONE, CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH. FERODO (REGD. TRADE MARK.) BRAKE &… | ||
| scan0133 | Letter to Ferodo Ltd. regarding a print of the Phantom III clutch facing and drawings from Borg & Beck. | ||
| View original record | 1110 Experimental Dept. Rm/Smth.18/JH. 10th May, 1937. Messrs. Ferodo Ltd., Chapel-en-le-Frith. For the attention of Mr.J.N.Longley. Dear Sirs, As requested over the 'phone this morning we send you… | ||
| scan0134 | Night Letter Telegram to Lorringer Long Clutch Manufacturing Co. regarding additional clutch plates and quotations. | ||
| View original record | a N.L.T. 10.5.37. LORRINGER LONG CLUTCH MANUFACTURING CO. DEQUINDRE DETROIT. NO NEWS OF ADDITIONAL CLUTCH PLATES HAVE THEY BEEN DESPATCHED STOP QUOTATIONS FOR QUANTITIES DELIVERED DERBY REQUIRED… | ||
| scan0135 | Letter from Ferodo Limited acknowledging receipt of a letter, print EX.23083A, and details for 10' and 11' facings. | ||
| View original record | 1110 All Communications to be addressed to the Company. FERODO LIMITED TELEPHONE: 19 CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH (5 LINES) TELEGRAMS: FRICTION, PHONE, CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH. FERODO REGD. TRADE MARK. BRAKE &… | ||
| scan0136 | Ordering tools from Borg & Beck for a Phantom III clutch spring plate. | ||
| View original record | 312 1110 Roy. from Rm/Smth. c. G/JWH. Rm/Smth2/R.14.4.37. P.III CLUTCH. Will you please pass to Borg & Beck an official order for tools to produce the spring plate EX.23084/A. The plate is required in… | ||
| scan0137 | Telegram received by telephone regarding a shipment delay due to a Thermoid strike. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 144A-2M-40 30/7/36 WHK W.V. ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. a. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. RM Time Received: 9.20 Date: 18.5.37 To: Robotham. Royce By: NQ from: Metex NLT. 17th. 16 Message: Thermoid strike… | ||
| scan0138 | Telegram received by telephone advising a shipment has been prevented by a strike. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 144A-2M/40 30/7/36 WHK ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 9.20 Date: 18 5 37 To: Robotham. Royce By: NQ from: Detroit NLT 17th.16 Message: Thermoid strike prevented… | ||
| scan0139 | Cablegram from Detroit regarding a shipment delayed by the Thermoid strike. | ||
| View original record | FORM No. 6. WESTERN UNION (THE WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH COMPANY) CABLEGRAM 1320 ANGLO-AMERICAN TELEGRAPH Co., Ld. CANADIAN NATIONAL TELEGRAPHS RECEIVED AT 1, BROAD STREET CHAMBERS, BIRMINGHAM, 1. (Tel.… | ||
| scan0140 | Requesting an order to be passed to Ferodo for Phantom III clutch facings. | ||
| View original record | Roy. from Rm/Smth. c. G/JWH. 342 111G. Rm/Smth4/R.22.4.37. P.III CLUTCH. Will you please pass an order to Ferodo for:- 12 clutch facings 13.500 x 9.500 x .125 in VM.20 material. Rm/Smth. | ||
| scan0141 | Letter from Long Manufacturing Division regarding the shipment of clutch parts and order clarification. | ||
| View original record | file 1110 LONG MANUFACTURING DIVISION BORG-WARNER CORPORATION 12501 DEQUINDRE STREET DETROIT [LOGO: LONG PRODUCTS AUTOMOTIVE RADIATORS AND CLUTCHES] May 27, 1937. J.L. DRYDEN - PRESIDENT & GEN. MGR.… | ||
| scan0142 | Request to detail and manufacture parts for a Phantom III clutch pedal servo. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. [Handwritten, crossed out]: DVA [Handwritten]: invo. Rm/Smth.5/JH.27.4.37. Phantom III Clutch Pedal Servo. We attach hereto Borg & Beck clutch SK.9731 of a clutch pedal servo and also Rm367/… | ||
| scan0143 | Urgent order to Borg & Beck Company for clutch components and a request for an update on experimental parts. | ||
| View original record | c. Roy. c. RHC. Rm3/Smth/B. 25th May, 1937. Messrs. Borg & Beck Company, Ltd., Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA. For the attention of Mr. H.T. Barker. Dear Sirs, We are continually having to re-set the… | ||
| scan0144 | Order be placed with Borg & Beck for nuts and experimental springs. | ||
| View original record | x HHD Roy. from Rm/Smth. c. RHC. Rm/Smth4/R.25.5.37. BORG & BECK. Will you please pass an order to Borg & Beck, Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa, covering the items asked for in the letter, copy of… | ||
| scan0145 | Letter to Ferodo Limited regarding the despatch of a Phantom III clutch plate for spinning tests. | ||
| View original record | 1110 Rm/Smth5/R. 27th May, 1937. Messrs. Ferodo Limited, CHAPEL-en-le-FRITH. For the attention of Mr. J.N. Longley. Dear Sirs, Confirming our telephone conversation of this morning, we are despatching… | ||
| scan0146 | Request sent to Messrs. Ferodo Ltd. for 12 clutch facings for a Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | c.Roy. Experimental Dept. Rm/NRC.7/JH. 1110 28th May, 1937. Messrs. Ferodo Ltd., Chapel-en-le-Frith. For the attention of Mr. Longley. Dear Sirs, Please send us, for Phantom III clutch - 12 facings of… | ||
| scan0147 | Letter to Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. arranging the delivery of a Phantom III clutch disc and parts. | ||
| View original record | 1110 Experimental Dept. Rm/NRC.8/JH. 28th May. 1937. Messrs. Borg & Beck Co.Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We have much pleasure in confirming that… | ||
| scan0148 | Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding the supply and testing of clutch parts for Phantom III and Bentley models. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. 1110 BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD.. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0149 | Letter from Borg & Beck Company Limited regarding the run-out figures for a Driven Plate assembly. | ||
| View original record | Continuation No. 1. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. 1.6.37. The corresponding figure obtained, after the Driven Plate parts brought along by Mr. Chandler had been assembled by us, were - Run-out flat side… | ||
| scan0150 | Letter from Long Manufacturing Division concerning invoices and the high cost of sample parts sent to Mr. Robotham. | ||
| View original record | Please return to Rm. LONG MANUFACTURING DIVISION BORG-WARNER CORPORATION 12501 DEQUINDRE STREET Detroit LONG PRODUCTS AUTOMOTIVE RADIATORS AND CLUTCHES J.L. DRYDEN PRESIDENT & GEN. MGR. W.F. BURGESS… | ||
| scan0151 | Request to despatch Thermoid clutch facings to Borg & Beck Ltd. | ||
| View original record | HPS. from Rm/NRC. 1110 J Rm/NRC.6/AP.2.6.37 Will you please despatch to Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa., 4 - 10" Thermoid clutch facings. These have been handed to HPS/WSC. No… | ||
| scan0152 | Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. regarding Thermoid clutch facings for a Bentley clutch. | ||
| View original record | 1110 Experimental Dept. Rm/NRC.4/AP. 2nd. June 1937 Messrs Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA. Dear Sirs, Re. Bentley Clutch We are sending you four 10" Thermoid clutch facings, just… | ||
| scan0153 | Thermoid Clutch facings to be sent to Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd. | ||
| View original record | file 1110 To D/PP. from HPS/WSC. G/Mt. [crossed out] G/Rh. [crossed out] Rm/NRC. HPS/WSC.4/BA.2.6.37. CLUTCHES. We hand you herewith:- 4 - 10" Thermoid Clutch facings. Will you please arrange to… | ||
| scan0154 | Visit to Ferodo Works to test the bursting strength of new chevron wound facings. | ||
| View original record | Herewith a report of a visit to Ferodo works by M.R.S as requested wednesday June 3rd Noted HS File Took Vauxhall 25 HP car leaving 10-30. Saw Mr Jougley, He showed me the new chevron wound facings… | ||
| scan0155 | Report comparing the failure of Ferodo and Thermoid facings and listing samples brought back for trial. | ||
| View original record | 2 It is interesting to note that whereas the Ferodo Chevron only failed at the outer edge, to a radial depth of about .250, small pieces flying off bit by bit, the Thermoid facing flew all to pieces… | ||
| scan0156 | Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding the arrival and fitting of Thermoid clutch facings for a Bentley clutch. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. file 1110 Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0157 | Letter to Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. regarding incorrectly drilled split pin holes on 25/30 HP clutches. | ||
| View original record | C RHC. 141D Experimental Dept. Rm/NRC.12/JH. 4th June, 1937. Messrs. Borg & Beck Co.Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. Re 25/30 H.P. Clutches. Dear Sirs, On the recent consignment of the above… | ||
| scan0158 | Letter to Ferodo Ltd. regarding testing and suggested improvements for clutch facings for the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | Experimental Dept. 1d 10 Rm/NRC.4/JH. 4th June, 1937. Messrs. Ferodo Ltd., Chapel-en-le-Frith. For the attention of Mr.Longley. Dear Sirs, We would like to thank you for the courtesy you extended to… | ||
| scan0159 | To HPS requesting the dispatch of two pairs of Thermold facings to Borg & Beck. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. [Handwritten] d. [Handwritten] 1110 Rm/NRC.12/JH.7.6.37. Will you please despatch to Borg & Beck the two pairs of Thermold facings herewith. Copy of letter attached. Rm/NRC. | ||
| scan0160 | Request to Messrs. Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. for cushion springs for the Phantom III Clutch. | ||
| View original record | E1110 Experimental Dept. Rm/NRC.13/JH. 7th June, 1937. Messrs. Borg & Beck Co.Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. Re Phantom III Clutch. Dear Sirs, Will you please send us, as quickly as possible,… | ||
| scan0161 | Letter to Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. regarding the fitting of 'Thermoid' facings to two standard Bentley clutch plates. | ||
| View original record | c. to HPS. 1110 Experimental Dept. Rm/NRC.11/JH. 7th June, 1937. Messrs. Borg & Beck Co.Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. Re Bentley Clutch. Dear Sirs, We are sending you two pairs of "Thermoid"… | ||
| scan0162 | Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding criticism of castellated nuts, eyebolt drilling, and the fitting of split pins. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. file 1110 war Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1.… | ||
| scan0163 | Quotation from Borg & Beck Company for 13 1/2' driven plate assemblies for the 'Phantom' III application. | ||
| View original record | QUOTATION Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0164 | Sending two pairs of 10' Thermoid clutch facings to Borg & Beck for fitting to Bentley clutch plates. | ||
| View original record | file 1110 WSC To D.P. [crossed out] Cost. [crossed out] Roy. RM/NRC. from HPS/WSC. HPS/WSC.7/BA.8.6.37. C/S4107. Bentley Clutch. We hand you herewith:- 2 Pairs of Thermoid Facings 10" Dia. Will you… | ||
| scan0165 | Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd regarding a quotation for 100 Driven Disc Assemblies for the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. 1110 BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES.. REGISTERED OFFICE BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0166 | The development and sourcing of Phantom III clutch discs, comparing American and English options. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Rm. c. By. c. E. P.III CLUTCH DISCS. We have been endeavouring to hand this matter over to By., but the position is still somewhat involved. We are trying to get Emmott up here to straighten… | ||
| scan0167 | Procurement and fitting of clutch plates and linings for Phantom III trial cars and a Bentley model. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm10/R.9.6.37. As Borg & Beck have agreed to make these plates, we do not think that we should force the issue by insisting on making them ourselves at the moment, as customers complaints are too… | ||
| scan0168 | Requesting an order to be sent to Borg & Beck Ltd. for 72 cushion springs, part number Ex.23804B. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. c.to G/JWH. c.to HPS/WSC. [Handwritten squiggle] [Handwritten in red] H1D Rm/NRC.9/JH.9.6.37. Will you please send an order to Borg & Beck Ltd., for 72 cushion springs Ex.23804B, these are… | ||
| scan0169 | Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd concerning the supply of cushion segments for the Phantom III Clutch. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. file 1110 Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0170 | Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding Bentley clutch assemblies. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS: Tachbrook… | ||
| scan0171 | Letter to Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. regarding orders for Bentley and Phantom III parts. | ||
| View original record | 1110 Experimental Dept. Rm/NRC.9/JH. 9th June, 1937. Messrs. Borg & Beck Co.Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, Re Bentley. With reference of our 'phone… | ||
| scan0172 | Requesting an order to be placed with Borg & Beck as per an attached invoice. | ||
| View original record | Roy. from Rm. 1110 Rm7/R.9.6.37. Will you please pass an order to Borg & Beck as per attached invoice. Rm. | ||
| scan0173 | Letter to Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding the production of dies, tools, and plates for the Long Clutch. | ||
| View original record | 1110 Rm16/R. 9th June, 1937. H. Armitage, Esq., Messrs. Borg & Beck Company Ltd., Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA. Dear Mr. Armitage, I received your telephone message re the suggestion to make the… | ||
| scan0174 | Letter from Ferodo Limited concerning the manufacturing process of clutch facings and a request for a clutch plate for further testing. | ||
| View original record | 1110 All Communications to be addressed to the Company. FERODO LIMITED TELEPHONE: 19 CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH (6 LINES) TELEGRAMS: FRICTION, PHONE, CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH. FERODO REGD. TRADE MARK. BRAKE &… | ||
| scan0175 | Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding the supply of driven plates for Phantom III and Bentley models. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I. WORKS: Tachbrook… | ||
| scan0176 | Confirming the receipt of 100 castellated nuts from Borg & Beck for the 25/30 HP, clarifying they are chargeable to production. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. c. to RHC. c. to G/WFH. c. to HPS. 110 Rm/NRC.4/JH.10.6.37. Re Borg & Beck 25/30 H.P. We have this morning received from Borg & Beck, a further 100 castillated nuts for the eye bolts, and we… | ||
| scan0177 | Instruction on the correct assembly orientation for Thermoid clutch facings. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. 1110 Rm/NRC.5/JH.10.6.37. Re Thermoid Clutch facings. These facings are provided with radius on the outer edge, will you kindly note that in future these plates should be assembled with the… | ||
| scan0178 | Letter to Messrs. Ferodo Ltd. regarding Phantom III clutches and the moulding of holes. | ||
| View original record | 110 Experimental Dept. Rm/NRC.12/JH. 10th June, 1937. Messrs. Ferodo Ltd., Chapel-en-le-Frith. For the attention of Mr. Longley. Dear Sirs, Re Phantom III Clutches. We thank you for your letter ref.… | ||
| scan0179 | Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd acknowledging drawings and discussing orders for clutch components. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. Your Ref: Rm/NRC.9/JH. 1110/3 OK file nae BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0180 | Telegram regarding the dispatch of a clutch plate to St. Pancras, London. | ||
| View original record | 1110 14.6.37. HANBURY ROLLHEAD PICCY LONDON. CLUTCH PLATE CAN BE DESPATCHED TO ARRIVE ST. PANCRAS 6.10. TONIGHT. IS THIS ANY GOOD. ROBOTHAM. | ||
| scan0181 | Using American linings on English plates to solve problems with Phantom III clutches. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Rm. Hs. c. E. c. Ev. c. RHC. BYE 1110. Rm7/R.14.6.37. P.III CLUTCHES. The American linings on the English made plate give promise of solving our clutch problems. We are optimistic in spite of… | ||
| scan0182 | Visit to Borg & Beck at Leamington regarding clutch development and specifications for the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. c. to E. c. to By. Rm/MRC.2/JH.16.6.37. re Clutches. Visit to Borg & Beck at Leamington June 11th 1937. Took 36-EX, which has just been fitted with a new cushion plate, to scheme Ex.27309, and… | ||
| scan0183 | Clutch plate specifications, including riveting, cushioning, run-out, and supplier updates for Bentley. | ||
| View original record | -2- "cupped" in the process of rivetting, and this will be insured by using a punch of larger diameter than the rivet head. It is anticipated that it will be possible to recess the rivet head .040 for… | ||
| scan0184 | 'Sg' to 'Rm' regarding a complaint about Phantom III clutches and coordinating a response. | ||
| View original record | S/W To Rm. from Sg. re P.III Clutches. Sg27/E16.6.37 Referring to Rm.7/R14.6.37 I think that in matters of this sort it would be helpful if you could send a copy to Hd. and Br. so that, if they have a… | ||
| scan0185 | Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding a quotation and material supply for Phantom III driven plate assemblies. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: 3122 1110. Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON,… | ||
| scan0186 | Quotation from Borg & Beck for Phantom III clutch driven plate assemblies. | ||
| View original record | QUOTATION Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0187 | Letter to Messrs. Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. confirming specifications for Phantom III driven plates. | ||
| View original record | 1110 Experimental Dept. Rm/NRC.1/JH. 16th June, 1937. Messrs. Borg & Beck Co.Ltd., Tachbrobk Road, Leamington Spa. Dear Sirs, With reference to the visit of the writer to you Works on the 11th inst.,… | ||
| scan0188 | Specifications for disc production, including cushioning, run-out, and supply updates from Borg & Beck and Thermoid Co. | ||
| View original record | -2- It is anticipated that it will be possible to recess the rivet head .040 for wear allowance subject to no undue difficulty being experienced in drilling the Thermoid to reasonably fine limits. The… | ||
| scan0189 | Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding Bentley driven plates and component construction. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office: BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W.1. WORKS: Tachbrook… | ||
| scan0190 | Calculating costs, comparing original and latest quotations on what appears to be a Borg & Beck Company Ltd letterhead. | ||
| View original record | With Tool cost BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD 29/6 & tax must be made for £1 in States £3.5.0. latest quotation £4.8.6 originally With tools, what will it cost | ||
| scan0191 | Epidemic of clutch failures on Phantom III cars and the urgent need for new clutch plates. | ||
| View original record | N/W Rm from Br copy to Sg ---------- A10. Br1/LS.17.6.37. ------------- Technical Phantom III Clutches. ------------------- Sg has sent me a copy of your Rm7/R14.6.37 concerning the latest type clutch… | ||
| scan0192 | Letter concerning the supply and renewal of parts and future requirements for two vehicles. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - supplied and fitted new ones, and in some of the cases they have been renewed twice. Will you please let us know the prospects of meeting our requirements in the near future, especially… | ||
| scan0193 | Letter from a supplier regarding their inability to forward a specific type of clutch lining, offering complete plates instead. | ||
| View original record | LENDRUM & HARTMAN LTD SOLE CONCESSIONAIRES GREAT BRITAIN & IRELAND Phone WILLESDEN 4100 (5 Lines) Telegrams EXBUICKMO LONDON DIRECTORS Capt. F. W. Hartman C. H. Culross. H. E. Berenstein, D. M. G.… | ||
| scan0194 | High cost of hand-made clutches and recommending payment. | ||
| View original record | Rm Hs. from Rm. 11101 Rm15/R.18.6.37. [STAMP: JUN 19 1937] The attached invoices indicate that Longs are charging us 64 dollars per clutch, which they made up for us in the States. This is a lot of… | ||
| scan0195 | The high cost of hand-made clutches from an American supplier and recommending payment. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Rm. 1110 | Rml5/R.18.6.37. The attached invoices indicate that Longs are charging us 64 dollars per clutch, which they made up for us in the States. This is a lot of money, but they were hand… | ||
| scan0196 | Letter to Borg & Beck Company Ltd. discussing the price difference for a 13½' Driven Plate Assembly between American and factory quotations. | ||
| View original record | 4011 also 312 Rml/R. 19th June, 1937. H. Armitage, Esq., Messrs. Borg & Beck Company Ltd., Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA. Dear Mr. Armitage, Referring to our telephone conversation of yesterday, we… | ||
| scan0197 | Letter to Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman Ltd. cancelling a request for clutch plates. | ||
| View original record | Rm/NRC.11/JH. 21st June, 1937. Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman Ltd., Old Oak Lane, Willesden Junction, LONDON.N.W.10. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your favour of the 17th inst. ref. JER/3306, we do not now… | ||
| scan0198 | Letter from Borg & Beck regarding a quotation and manufacturing details for clutch driven plates for the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS: Tachbrook… | ||
| scan0199 | Continuation of a letter from Borg & Beck Company Limited regarding the manufacture of 100 driven plates. | ||
| View original record | Continuation No. 1 Messrs Rolls-Royce Ltd..... for this matter to be discussed between us, and nodoubt arrangments could be made in this regard in the near future. The writer endeavoured to contact… | ||
| scan0200 | Order be placed with Messrs Long. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. from Rm. 1110 Rm.5/AP.21.6.37 Will you please pass an order to Messrs Long as per the attached invoice. Rm. | ||
| scan0201 | Letter to Ferodo Ltd. concerning bursting tests on a clutch plate for the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | x Experimental Dept. Rm/NRC.6/JH. 22nd. June, 1937. Messrs. Ferodo Ltd., Chapel-en-le-Frith. For the attention of Mr. Longley. Dear Sirs, We are sending to you today per Passenger train, a 13¼" clutch… | ||
| scan0202 | Instruction to despatch one clutch plate to Ferodo Ltd. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. Rm/NRC.7/JH.22.6.37. 110 Please despatch to Ferodo Ltd. for the attention of Mr. Longley, one Ex.23082A clutch plate. No charge, the property of R.R. Rm/NRC. | ||
| scan0203 | Letter to Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding the price of a driven member and arranging a meeting. | ||
| View original record | 1110. Rm1O/R. 23rd June, 1937. Messrs. Borg & Beck Company Ltd., Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA. (For the attention of Mr. Barker). Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of the 21st June. We note your… | ||
| scan0204 | Request to make a gauge for measuring the clutch pedal travel. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. Rm/NRC.10/JH.23.6.37. Please make one gauge for measuring the clutch pedal travel to drawing Rm.397. Rm/NRC. | ||
| scan0205 | Requesting confirmation on some pieces before putting them in hand. | ||
| View original record | Rm/NRC. from Rm. 1110 Rm14/R.23.6.37. Are you satisfied that these pieces are what you want? if so, we will put them in hand. Rm. | ||
| scan0206 | Official order be sent to Messrs. Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. for parts already received. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. c. to G/JWH. 1110 Rm/NRC.10/JH.24.6.37. Will you please send an official order to Messrs. Borg & Beck Co.Ltd., for - 2 10" driven plate assemblies fitted with Thermoid facings. These plates… | ||
| scan0207 | Letter to Ben Hopkins regarding the supply of Cleveland Graphite Bronze clutch material for testing. | ||
| View original record | 1110 Rm14/R. 25th June, 1937. Ben Hopkins, Esq., The Savoy Hotel, LONDON. Dear Mr. Hopkins, You very kindly offered to supply us with some of your Cleveland Graphite Bronze clutch material when you… | ||
| scan0208 | Meeting with Borg & Beck to discuss clutch costs. | ||
| View original record | By. from Rm. 1110 Rm1/R.25.6.37. Borg & Beck are coming on Monday to discuss clutch costs. Rm. | ||
| scan0209 | Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd confirming a telephone conversation and arranging a meeting. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS: Tachbrook… | ||
| scan0210 | Letter from the Experimental Dept. to Messrs. Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. regarding a fault in 10' clutch assemblies. | ||
| View original record | Experimental Dept. Rm/NRC.9/JH. 1110 26th June, 1937. Messrs. Borg & Beck Co.Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. re 10" Clutch. Dear Sirs, We have recently received from you several 10" assemblies… | ||
| scan0211 | Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. concerning the purchase and pricing of clutch plates for the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | Experimental Department 29th June 1937 Rm.1/AP. H.Armitage Esq., Messrs Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA. Dear Mr.Armitage, During our conversation yesterday the discussion was… | ||
| scan0212 | Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. concerning clutch plate deflection graphs for the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I. WORKS: Tachbrook… | ||
| scan0213 | Deflection curve graph for a 13.5 inch compound cushion type driven plate with special Raybestos facings. | ||
| View original record | DEFLECTION CURVE FOR ROLLS ROYCE 13.5" COMPOUND CUSHION TYPE DRIVEN PLATE. SIMILAR TO ASSY 41696. BUT WITH SPECIAL RAYBESTOS FACINGS. Y-Axis Left (THICKNESS IN INCHES): .381, .386, .391, .396, .401,… | ||
| scan0214 | Deflection curve graph for a 13.5 inch compound cushion type driven plate, manufactured by the Long Co. U.S.A. | ||
| View original record | DEFLECTION CURVE FOR ROLLS ROYCE 13.5" COMPOUND CUSHION TYPE DRIVEN PLATE. (MADE BY THE LONG Cº. U.S.A.) THICKNESS IN INCHES .374 .379 .384 .389 .394 .399 .404 DEFLECTION IN INCHES .030" .025" .020"… | ||
| scan0215 | Order for 50 Thermoid Clutch rings from America. | ||
| View original record | Roy. from Rm. c. G/JWH. Rm17/R.1.7.37. Will you please order from America a further 50 Thermoid Clutch rings CW.13016 13½ x 9½ x .137 as previously supplied per attached invoice. Rm. | ||
| scan0216 | Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding a fault found on 10' clutch assemblies. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W.1. YOUR REF.......... BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD.. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. WORKS: Tachbrook Road,… | ||
| scan0217 | Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding the supply and pricing of 100 replacement clutch plates for Phantom III cars. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. 1110. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0218 | Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. to W.A. Robotham Esq. regarding a revised quotation and the need for an early decision. | ||
| View original record | Continuation No. 1 1st July, 1937 W.A. Robotham Esq. In conclusion, you will appreciate the necessity in arriving at an early decision in this regard, due to the difficulty in obtaining tools in a… | ||
| scan0219 | Short internal memo regarding information about Borg & Beck clutches. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Rm. Rml/R.3.7.37. BORG & BECK - CLUTCHES. Hs.21/KW.2.7.37. I think this covers the ground very well. All the information that Mr. Emmott has previously had about this Company has been through… | ||
| scan0220 | Letter to Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. discussing the performance curves and testing of clutch cushion springs. | ||
| View original record | Experimental Dept. Rm/NRC.7/JH. 3rd July, 1937. Messrs. Borg & Beck Co.Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. Dear Mr.Armitage, Mr. Rowbotham has asked me to thank you for your letter of the 1st. inst.… | ||
| scan0221 | Letter from a clutch manufacturer discussing test results for different clutch facings on a Driven Plate for the Phantom III Chassis. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS: Tachbrook… | ||
| scan0222 | Letter to L.J. Loranger of Borg-Warner Corporation regarding invoices and unexpected costs for clutch plates. | ||
| View original record | a 1110 Rm6/R. 6th July, 1937. L.J. Loranger, Esq., Long Manufacturing Division, Borg-Warner Corporation, 12501 Dequindre Street, DETROIT. U.S.A. Reply see July 20th Dear Mr. Loranger, We received your… | ||
| scan0223 | Copy of an invoice for the sale and shipment of driven member assemblies. | ||
| View original record | COPY INVOICE. M-1086 Invoice No. 77986 " Date 5.28.37 Vendor's No. 2614X. SOLD TO ROLLS ROYCE LTD DERBY DERBYSHIRE ENGLAND. Shipped to - LONG MFG DIV. BORG WARNER CORP 44 WHITEHALL ST. NEW YORK. FROM… | ||
| scan0224 | Follow-up letter from Newton & Bennett Limited requesting an opinion on clutch plates previously supplied. | ||
| View original record | 1110 NEWTON & BENNETT LIMITED VALETTA ROAD · ACTON LONDON · W·3 TELEPHONE SHEPHERDS BUSH 2372 TELEGRAMS NEWSORBER·EALUX LONDON YOUR REF________________ OUR REF NBN/GP. DATE 7th. July, 1937. HS./Le… | ||
| scan0225 | Letter to Messrs Newton & Bennett Ltd regarding a delay in testing flexible clutch plates. | ||
| View original record | Copy to Rm/NRC. 1110 Hs./LS.2/T. 8th July, 1937. Messrs Newton & Bennett Ltd. Valetta Road, Acton, London. W.3 file WAND Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr. N.B. Newton. In reply to your letter of the… | ||
| scan0226 | Letter to The Borg & Beck Co. regarding a servo, patent situation, and clutch plates. | ||
| View original record | HFO Rml2/R. 13th July, 1937. Mr. Gamble, The Borg & Beck Co.,Ltd., CHICAGO. U.S.A. Dear Mr. Gamble, I should have written to you a long time ago to thank you for the hospitality you extended to me in… | ||
| scan0227 | Notes for a visit to Mr. Emmott of Borg & Beck regarding the history and development of the Phantom III clutch. | ||
| View original record | Hs. (crossed out) Copy to Rm. Copy to BY. N.R.C. file Hs./LS./T14.7.37. 1110 PHANTOM III CLUTCH. Notes for visit to Mr. Emmott of Borg & Beck. History The first 140 P.III's had clutch plates made by… | ||
| scan0228 | Clutch plate pricing negotiations and supplier performance issues with Borg & Beck. | ||
| View original record | -2- Price B. & B. have not quoted for a completely tool made job, but we have asked them to bring a price on Friday. Their price for 100 hand made plates was originally £4.8.6, since reduced to… | ||
| scan0229 | Letter to Messrs. Borg & Beck Limited regarding a quotation for 500 Phantom III clutch centre plates. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. fil CHANDLER. 1110 16th. July 1937. BY.10/C. Messrs. Borg & Beck Limited, Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of MR. Emmott. Dear Sirs, PHANTOM III - CLUTCH. Confirming our… | ||
| scan0230 | Letter from Long Manufacturing Division to Mr. W. A. Robotham regarding a cost misunderstanding for ten driven members. | ||
| View original record | LONG MANUFACTURING DIVISION BORG-WARNER CORPORATION 12501 DEQUINDRE STREET Detroit July 20, 1937. LONG PRODUCTS AUTOMOTIVE RADIATORS AND CLUTCHES J.L. DRYDEN PRESIDENT & GEN. MGR. W.F. BURGESS SECY. &… | ||
| scan0231 | Advice note from Borg & Beck Co., Ltd. for the dispatch of driven plate assemblies. | ||
| View original record | Form E4/B. BORG & BECK CO., LTD. Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA, Warwickshire. file TELEPHONE: 1550 1551 } LEAMINGTON TELEGRAMS: BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON. DIRECTORS: E. B. BOUGHTON. W. EMMOTT. D T BROCK… | ||
| scan0232 | Letter to Messrs. Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding the supply of clutch and Bentley plates. | ||
| View original record | 1110 Rm/NRCS/R. 27th July, 1937. Messrs. Borg & Beck Company Ltd., Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA. Dear Sirs, With reference to our 'phone conversation of this morning, we are glad to note that the… | ||
| scan0233 | Order to be placed with Borg & Beck for Bentley clutch plates. | ||
| View original record | Roy. from Rm/NRC. c. G/JWH. 11/10 also 212 Rm/NRC6/R.27.7.37. re: BENTLEY CLUTCH PLATES. Will you please pass an order to Borg & Beck for the following:- 6 - 10" DRIVEN PLATE ASSEMBLIES, Part No.41132… | ||
| scan0234 | The despatch of Ph.III clutch hubs to Borg & Beck Ltd. | ||
| View original record | RHC/GH. from Rm/NRC. c. D/BP. c. Roy. 1110 Rm/NRC.7/AP.27.7.37 Ph.III. CLUTCH Please despatch today to Borg & Beck Ltd., Leamington Spa, 12 clutch hubs G.84544 (with oil throwers). These are now ready… | ||
| scan0235 | Specification table for clutch plates used in various chassis and unit configurations. | ||
| View original record | 110 CLUTCH PLATES 28.7.37 CHASSIS. | UNIT. | PLATE. | CHASSIS. | UNIT. | PLATE. | CHASSIS. | UNIT. | PLATE. ---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|--- 32.EX. | 13 | Thermoid Ex.27309 Spring Hub Servo. |… | ||
| scan0236 | Comparison of specifications for P.III, 25/30, and Bentley models, focusing on clutch and flywheel details. | ||
| View original record | COPY FOR FILES. 1110 also 312, 212, 512. JULY 1937 FOR COMPARISON P.III. 25/30. BENTLEY 13.5" 11" 10" (1) 356 190 208 (2) Clutch complete. 77 71 64 Note our relatively heavy fly-wheels. (3) 1932 1320… | ||
| scan0237 | Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. concerning a potential change in spline size for 10' and 11' clutches. | ||
| View original record | Experimental Dept. Rm/NRC.5/JH. 4th August, 1937. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. Dear Sirs, re 10" and 11" Clutches. We have under consideration the possibility of changing… | ||
| scan0238 | Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd regarding a potential change to driven plate hub splines for clutches. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams, BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone, LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES.. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0239 | Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. concerning 10.A.3 and 11.A.3 clutches and a now-abandoned revised gearbox design. | ||
| View original record | 111D Experimental Dept. Rm/NRC.4/JH. 6th August, 1937. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, re 10.A.3 and 11.A.3. clutches. We thank… | ||
| scan0240 | Letter to Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. regarding a delay in supplying hubs for Phantom III clutches and a request for a quotation. | ||
| View original record | (110) Rm/NRC.16/JH. 10th August, 1937. Messrs, Borg & Beck Co.Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention fo Mr. Armitage. Dear Sirs, Phantom III Clutches. In confirmation of our 'phone… | ||
| scan0241 | Letter to Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. concerning excessive run-out on tested Phantom III clutch driven plates. | ||
| View original record | 110 Rm/NRC.10/JH. 12th August, 1937. Messrs. Borg & Beck Co.Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. Dear Sirs, Phantom IIIClutches. With regard to the 6 driven plates received yesterday, we regret to… | ||
| scan0242 | Letter discussing the return of five damaged plates, their runout, balance, and a request for a new facing. | ||
| View original record | -2- 12.8.37. We have trued up five of these plates to less than .010 runout, but one we are returning to you as facing is bruized and cracked, either in transit or in subsequent handling. Will you… | ||
| scan0243 | Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding runout and balance issues with driven plates for the Phantom III model. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I. WORKS: Tachbrook… | ||
| scan0244 | Visit to Borg & Beck Works regarding cracking issues with Phantom III clutch facings during drilling. | ||
| View original record | Sgd from Rm/NRC. c. Hs. c. Hy. c. RHC. VISIT TO BORG & BECK WORKS, LEAMINGTON SPA. Re. PHANTOM III. Clutch. Visit made in response to Borg & Beck's letter of the 13th inst. Great difficulty is… | ||
| scan0245 | Delay in steel supplies for cushion springs and plans for replacements on customer cars. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/NRC.4/AP.17.8.37 of a few days owing to supplies of steel for the cushion springs, but further supplies are expected within a week, this delivery will enable us to start using the new plate on… | ||
| scan0246 | Letter concerning the supply of friction material ('Clevite') for a flywheel and pressure plate assembly. | ||
| View original record | 1110 THE CLEVELAND GRAPHITE BRONZE CO. BUSHINGS BEARINGS WASHERS DETROIT OFFICE, 7-169 GENERAL MOTORS BLDG. MAIN OFFICE & PLANT 880 EAST 72ND STREET CLEVELAND HARD ROLLED BRONZE STEEL BACK - BABBITT… | ||
| scan0247 | Technical drawing of a clutch steel disc assembly, detailing its components and dimensions. | ||
| View original record | L0200/ ON 181 DR. NO. 100207 3/16 DRILL - 10 HOLES SPACED AS SHOWN .047 SAW - 10 SLOTS 1/32 X 90° CHAMFER BOTH SIDES SECTION AA ENLARGED 2 PLATE DRILL & C'SINK FOR 3/16 RIVET 1 PLATE GUIDE DRILL FOR… | ||
| scan0248 | Faults found during the investigation of Borg & Beck clutches, including issues with pressure plates and centre plates. | ||
| View original record | N.R.C. See me Rly 1140 Mr.Chandler. c. to RHC/EG. c. to RHC/CY. RHC/AC.1/DB. 19.8.37. re BORG & BECK CLUTCHES. - 25/30. BB.252. Bentley BB.242. We have been looking into the above clutches owing to… | ||
| scan0249 | Success of Thermoid clutch linings and the decision to fit them to 25/30 and Bentley models. | ||
| View original record | By. from Rm. c. Hs. [Handwritten]: 312 1110 Rm.1/AP.23.8.37 THERMOID LININGS The success of the Thermoid Lining on the Ph.III. clutch has been so complete, that we think we should, without delay,… | ||
| scan0250 | Issues with Borg & Beck clutches, including plate flatness, run-out, and packing for transit. | ||
| View original record | To RHC/AC. from Rm/NRC. c. RHC/EG. c. RHC/CY. Re. Borg & Beck Clutches. We thank you for your RHC/AC.1/DB.19.8.37. With regard to the grinding of the face of the pressure plate, we do not regard an… | ||
| scan0251 | Letter to Messrs Borg & Beck Ltd. regarding run-out issues on 10' and 11' clutch plates, likely caused by damage during transit. | ||
| View original record | Rm/NRC.11/AP. [Handwritten] lwo August 23rd.1937 Messrs Borg & Beck Ltd., Leamington Spa. Dear Sirs, Re. 10" and 11" Clutches. We find that a number of the driven plates have a run-out greatly… | ||
| scan0252 | The Phantom III Clutch, detailing methods to accommodate different clutch plate thicknesses. | ||
| View original record | To By. 1110 also 312 Rm/NRC.12/JH.24.8.37. Phantom III Clutch. With reference to allowance for the extra thickness, of the cushioned clutch plates, the position is somewhat complicated by the… | ||
| scan0253 | Letter from Ferodo Limited confirming a clutch spinning rig demonstration and testing of clutch facings. | ||
| View original record | All Communications to be addressed to the Company. FERODO LIMITED TELEPHONE: 19 CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH (5 Lines) TELEGRAMS: FRICTION, PHONE, CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH. FERODO BRAKE & CLUTCH LININGS… | ||
| scan0254 | Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding the packing of 10' and 11' clutches. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. file 1110 Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0255 | Unexpected high cost for Long clutch plates which solved the Ph.III clutch problem. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from Rm. 1110 Rm.5/AP.28.8.37 LONG CLUTCH PLATES Attached is the correspondence from the Long Manufacturing Division. After paying them about 260$ for four clutch plates, we received a severe… | ||
| scan0256 | Letter to Ferodo Ltd. detailing the results of bursting tests on various clutch facings. | ||
| View original record | 11/0 EXPERIMENTAL DEPT. Rm/NRC.11/JH. 28th August, 1937. Messrs. Ferodo Ltd., Chapel-en-le-Frith. For the attention of Mr. Longley. Dear Sirs, We thank you for the opportunity afforded us yesterday of… | ||
| scan0257 | Letter discussing test results for different facing materials and requesting further samples for road tests. | ||
| View original record | -2- FACING. CONTINUOUS RING OR SEGMENTED. R.P.M. RESULT DATE. Thermoid Segmented 4750 Outer edges flew off Aug. 27th. S.6777 Cloth oblique test improved.ring. impregnation. 6800 Remained intact. "… | ||
| scan0258 | Letter from Ferodo Limited regarding bursting tests and description of clutch facings. | ||
| View original record | 110. All Communications to be addressed to the Company. FERODO LIMITED TELEPHONE: 19 CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH (5 LINES) TELEGRAMS: FRICTION, PHONE, CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH. FERODO REGD. TRADE MARK. BRAKE &… | ||
| scan0259 | Telegram received by telephone confirming metallic facings were shipped via Meadows on the Franconia. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 144A—21240 30/7/36 WHK 1110 ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. N.R.C L.C. note TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Commercial Cable Time Received: 5.20 Date: 31.8.37 To: Royces Derby By: MD from: Cleveland Ohio 10.28… | ||
| scan0260 | To Mr. Chandler regarding a faulty Spring Plate from a Borg & Beck Clutch with a request to address the issue with the supplier. | ||
| View original record | 110. Mr.Chandler. RHC/EG.13/DB. 1.9.37. I am sending you a Spring Plate taken from a Borg & Beck Clutch, which did not conform to the limits laid down for quality of parallelism of the Ferodo Friction… | ||
| scan0261 | Order for six clutch plates to be passed to the Long Manufacturing Co. | ||
| View original record | 1110, Roy. from Rm. c. G/JWH. Rm6/R.2.9.37. Will you please pass an order to the Long Manufacturing Co. for a further six clutch plates, as per the attached correspondence. Rm. | ||
| scan0262 | Sending an 11-inch clutch plate with loose linings to Messrs Borg & Beck for inspection. | ||
| View original record | To D.REF. from HPS/WSC. G.S. W.C. Rm/ERC. file 1110. HPS/WSC.9/BA.2.9.37. CLUTCHES. We hand you herewith:- 1 - 11" Clutch plate with 2 loose linings. Will you please arrange to despatch same to Messrs… | ||
| scan0263 | Letter to Borg and Beck regarding the return of a faulty 11' clutch plate for inspection. | ||
| View original record | Rm/NRC.6/MH. c. HFS/WSC. c. RHC/EG. + 1110 2nd. September 1937. Messrs. Borg and Beck, Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. Dear Sirs, We are returning for your inspection one 11" clutch plate. On testing… | ||
| scan0264 | Requesting the return of an 11' clutch plate to Borg and Beck in Leamington Spa. | ||
| View original record | To HPS/WSC. from Rm/NRC. 110. Rm/NRC.7/MH.2.9.37. Will you please have the 11" clutch plate herewith returned to Borg and Beck, Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa, with a label referring to letter… | ||
| scan0265 | Covering order for a consignment of 18 Borg & Beck 10' driven plates. | ||
| View original record | 1110 To Roy. from Rm/NRC. c. G/WFH. Rm/NRC.12/AP.2.9.37 Borg & Beck 10" Driven Plates. Please send a covering order to Borg & Beck for 18 - 10" plates at 14/6 each. There were in this consignment:- 6… | ||
| scan0266 | Letter to Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. regarding 10' and 11' clutches and Thermoid facings. | ||
| View original record | X File copy 1110 Rm/NRC.16/MH. c. Roy/Ms. Your Ref. TS/AMS/LP. 2nd. September 1937. Messrs. Borg & Beck Co. Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. Dear Sirs, 10" and 11" Clutches. We thank you for your… | ||
| scan0267 | Letter from Borg & Beck Company Limited regarding 10' and 11' clutches and changing friction facings. | ||
| View original record | file 1110 W.A.R. Rm/N.R.C. COPY OF LETTER RECEIVED FROM:- BORG & BECK COMPANY LIMITED, TACHBROOK ROAD, LEAMINGTON SPA. Your Ref: Rm/NRC16/MH. 6th.September 1937. Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby. For… | ||
| scan0268 | Letter from Borg & Beck Company Limited discussing moulded facings, driven plates, and a quotation for modifications. | ||
| View original record | -2- With regard to the 11" size fitted with moulded facings, there is a slight possibility that we may salvage a certain small percentage. The salvage of these facings is made more difficult by the… | ||
| scan0269 | Quotation from Borg & Beck Company Limited for modifying driven plates. | ||
| View original record | QUOTATION. BORG & BECK COMPANY LIMITED, TACHBROOK ROAD, LEAMINGTON SPA. Our ref: TS/AMS/LP. 6th. September 1937. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby. To Modify 150, 10" Driven Plates by fitment of… | ||
| scan0270 | Letter from Borg & Beck Company Limited regarding the price and supply of 10' and 11' clutches with Thermoid facings. | ||
| View original record | Copy of letter received from: BORG & BECK COMPANY LIMITED, TACHBROOK ROAD, LEAMINGTON SPA. Our ref: TS/AMS/LP. 1st. September 1937. Messrs.Rolls-Royce Limited, Derby. For the attention of… | ||
| scan0271 | Quotation from Borg & Beck Company Limited for a Model 10.A3 Multi-Spring Single Dry Plate Clutch. | ||
| View original record | COPY OF QUOTATION FROM: BORG & BECK COMPANY LIMITED, TACHBROOK ROAD, LEAMINGTON SPA. Our Ref: TS/AMS/LP. 1st. September 1937. Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby. BORG AND BECK MODEL 10.A3 MULTI-SPRING… | ||
| scan0272 | Quotation from Borg & Beck Company Limited for a Model 11.A3 Multi-Spring Single Dry Plate Clutch. | ||
| View original record | COPY OF QUOTATION RECEIVED FROM BORG & BECK COMPANY LIMITED, TACHBROOK ROAD, LEAMINGTON SPA. Our Ref: TS/AMS/LP. 1st. September 1937. Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby. BORG & BECK MODEL 11.A3… | ||
| scan0273 | Letter to Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. acknowledging correspondence regarding 10' and 11' clutches. | ||
| View original record | R 110 Rm/NRC.15/JH. 7th September, 1937. Messrs. Borg & Beck Co.Ltd., Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA. Re 10" and 11" clutches. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letters TS/AMS/LP. of 1st and 6th… | ||
| scan0274 | Letter to a supplier detailing manufacturing faults found in recently received plates. | ||
| View original record | September 7th 1937 Rm/NRC.7/AP. Messrs Borg & Beck Ltd., LEAMINGTON SPA Dear Sirs, Re. 13 1/4" Long type Plates. We regret to inform you that in the last few consignments of plates received there are… | ||
| scan0275 | Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding complaints about 13½ inch Long Type Driven Plates. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. fil 1110 BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES.. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0276 | Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. confirming a telephone conversation regarding an order for clutches and facings. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. 1110 BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0277 | Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding the delayed completion of a rig for bursting tests on clutch facings. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORG&BECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I. WORKS: Tachbrook… | ||
| scan0278 | Letter from Borg & Beck Company Limited acknowledging blueprints for 13½' Driven Plates for the Phantom III application and suggesting a follow-up meeting. | ||
| View original record | Roy/Dn9/ME. TS/AMS/LP. 10th September 1937. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., DERBY. For the attention of Mr. H. Royce. Dear Sirs, Re Order No.47667. We have to acknowledge receipt of your esteemed letter of… | ||
| scan0279 | Letter to Messrs. Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. attaching blueprints related to Driven Plate Assemblies for order 47667. | ||
| View original record | CNR C COPY. Roy/Dn9/ME. 8th September 1937. Messrs. Borg & Beck Co. Ltd., Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA. Dear Sirs, RE: ORDER NO. 47667. We attach hereto the following blueprints:- G.85593/9.… | ||
| scan0280 | Letter to Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. regarding the change to Thermoid facings on 10' and 11' clutches. | ||
| View original record | 110 Rm/NRC.2/JH. 10th September, 1937. Messrs. Borg & Beck Co.Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. Dear Sirs, re 10" and 11" Clutches. We thank you for your letter ref. TS/AMS/LP. of the 8th instant,… | ||
| scan0281 | Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. regarding bursting tests on a cracked Thermoid plate and arranging a meeting. | ||
| View original record | Rm/NRC.10/MH. 13th. September 1937. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. Your ref. TS/AMS/LP. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of 10th. inst., and would be glad to see some… | ||
| scan0282 | Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding order details, product testing, and delivery schedules. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I. Your Ref. Rm/NRC.10/MH. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. WORKS: Tachbrook Road,… | ||
| scan0283 | Continuation letter from Borg & Beck Company Limited regarding the production of a size plate on a hand-made basis. | ||
| View original record | Continuation No. 1. Messrs. Rolls Royce Limited, DERBY. 15/9/37. of this size plate to be produced on a hand-made basis. Your instructions regarding the minimum possible requirements would be… | ||
| scan0284 | Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. regarding poor quality plates and arranging a visit for inspection. | ||
| View original record | 110 Rm/NRC.2/MH. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. 16th. September 1937. Your Ref. TS/HTB/EK. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of 15th. inst. The writer hopes to arrive… | ||
| scan0285 | Clutch slipping issues with the facing material on Bentley and 25/30 models. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Grys. Rm/MRC. C.c. Mx. 110 BY.8/G.16.9.37. BENTLEY AND 25/30 - CLUTCH FACING MATERIAL. Since Rm/NRC.7/JH.10.9.37. was written the fact that on the Bentley, slipping takes place when high speed… | ||
| scan0286 | Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding a Thrust Spring Chart and Detail Drawings for a Phantom III clutch component. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I. Your Ref BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. WORKS: Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA.… | ||
| scan0287 | Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding production difficulties and proposed changes to clutch friction facings. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. file 110 BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I. WORKS:… | ||
| scan0288 | The initial testing of Cleveland Graphite Bronze clutch facings for older clutch models. | ||
| View original record | By. from Rm. c. Hs. 1110 Rm2/R.28.9.37. CLEVELAND GRAPHITE BRONZE CLUTCH FACING FOR OLD TYPE ROLLS-ROYCE CLUTCHES. We have now run the first set of these facings on 17.G.IV. The preliminary results… | ||
| scan0289 | Road test report on new clutch facings from Cleveland Graphite Bronze Co. fitted to car 17-G-4. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/NRC. 28.9.37. CLEVELAND GRAPHITE BRONZE CO. CLUTCH FACINGS ON 17-G-4. The above were fitted to-day. I took the car to near Ashby and back, gave it severe treatment by starting on top… | ||
| scan0290 | Letter from the Cleveland Graphite Bronze Co. regarding the design and material for flywheel and pressure plate friction facings. | ||
| View original record | COPY OF LETTER FROM THE CLEVELAND GRAPHITE BRONZE CO., CLEVELAND. Mr. W.A.Robotham, Chief Engineer, Rolls Royce Ltd., Derby, England. August 18th. 1937. Dear Mr. Robotham, Pursuant to your request of… | ||
| scan0291 | Letter to the Cleveland Graphite Bronze Co. discussing bearing material tests and results. | ||
| View original record | 1110 Rm3/R. 28th Sept., 1937. Ben F. Hopkins, Esq., President, The Cleveland Graphite Bronze Co., CLEVELAND. Dear Mr. Hopkins, We have just fitted the first set of facings to one of our cars. We… | ||
| scan0292 | Letter to Ben F. Hopkins regarding his visit to Derby and a game of Snooker. | ||
| View original record | -2- Ben F. Hopkins, Esq. 28th Sept., 1937. We enjoyed your visit to Derby, and feel that you have belittled your capacity as a Snooker player. I am looking forward to my revenge either in England or… | ||
| scan0293 | Letter to a supplier regarding slipping clutches and the testing of spring poundage for 10' and 11' models. | ||
| View original record | C. Roy. c. Hs/LS. [Handwritten in blue ink: X] [Handwritten in red pencil: 110] Rm/NRC.17/MH. Messrs. Borg & Beck Co. Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa, Warwicks. 29th. September 1937. Dear Sirs,… | ||
| scan0294 | Analysis and comparison of a hard-rolled Carbon Steel sample, with a conclusion on its suitability. | ||
| View original record | NRC file 1110 Sample of steel submitted is Hard rolled Carbon Steel giving a Brinell Hardness of 412. Spring submitted for comparison is 517 Brinell. Suggest the material offered is plenty hard enough… | ||
| scan0295 | Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding the supply of steel for Phantom III clutch components. | ||
| View original record | Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS: Tachbrook… | ||