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scan0001 Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding arrangements for an 11' clutch modification on the 25-HP model.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I. Your Ref HS/Smth.14/KW. X1110. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. WORKS: Tachbrook…

scan0002 Requesting to book a spring driven clutch plate, collected from Borg & Beck's works, into the workshop.
View original record To RHC/CEP. X110 Hs/Smth.5/JH.1.1.36. Will you please arrange to book into the works the spring driven clutch plate as per the attached advice note. This was collected by Hs/Smth from Borg & Beck's…

scan0003 Advice note from Borg & Beck Co., Ltd. for a special 13 3/8' driven plate.
View original record Form E4/B BORG & BECK CO., LTD., Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA, Warwickshire. TELEPHONE: 1550 LEAMINGTON. 1551 LEAMINGTON. TELEGRAMS: BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON. DIRECTORS: E. B. BOUGHTON. W. EMMOTT. D.…

scan0004 Advice note from Borg & Beck Co., Ltd. for a special 13 1/4' driven plate.
View original record Form E4/B BORG & BECK CO., LTD., Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA, Warwickshire. TELEPHONE: 1550 LEAMINGTON. 1551 TELEGRAMS: BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON. DIRECTORS: E. B. BOUGHTON. W. EMMOTT. D. T. BROCK.…

scan0005 Request to determine the Brinell tensile strength and composition of a bit of a clutch pressure plate.
View original record X1110 Hl. Hs/Smth.6/JH.1.1.36. Will you please determine the Brinell tensile strength and, as far as possible, the composition of the bit of clutch pressure plate, we hand we herewith. Hs/Smth.

scan0006 To book in a spring driven clutch plate collected from Borg & Beck's works.
View original record X1110 To RHC/CEP. Hs/Smth.5/JH.1.1.36. Will you please arrange to book into the works the spring driven clutch plate as per the attached advice note. This was collected by Hs/Smth from Borg & Beck's…

scan0007 Performance of the 11' Borg & Beck clutch on the 20/25 HP model and recommending against its immediate production.
View original record X1110 To E. & By. c. to Wor. Hs/Rm.S/KW.2.1.36. Big Bore 20/25 HP. Clutches. As a result of further experience on the 11" Borg & Beck clutch on the 20/25, we have decided we are not yet ready to go…

scan0008 Order for Bentley clutches and modifications to a driven plate.
View original record To Roy. x/12 Hs/Smth.2/JH.2.1.36. Bentley Clutches. (1) Will you please order from Borg & Beck 4 clutches as under:- 1 off 10" A-6 to take 178 lbs/ft. torque. 1 " 10" A-6 to take 206 lbs/ft. " 1 " 10"…

scan0009 Confirming that a driven plate assembly and clutch parts have been ordered.
View original record X1110 to G/Cam. c. to Roy. Hs/Smth.6/JH.3.1.36. Re G/Cam/CA.24/JM.31.12.35. Will you please note that all goods concerned have been ordered from Roy. in the following memos:- 1 41132 Driven Plate…

scan0010 Letter to Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd. confirming modifications to clutches, including balancing pressure plates and replacing springs.
View original record X140 Hs/Rm.17/KW. Exptl. Dept. 3rd January, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. Dear Sirs, This is to confirm our conversation with your Mr. Barker of yesterday, that you…

scan0011 Endurance testing and spring specifications for the 10' Borg & Beck clutch on a Bentley.
View original record X1100 To E. H. By. c.c. to Roy. Hs/Rm.16/KW.3.1.36. 10" Borg & Beck Clutch for the Bentley. The high speed endurance we have carried out on the test bed has indicated that it is important that the…

scan0012 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. confirming the fabrication of specific clutch assemblies and driven plates.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS: Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA,…

scan0013 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Limited regarding the urgent dispatch of two outstanding 11' clutch assemblies.
View original record Continuation No. 1. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. 3.1.36 Finally, there are two 11" clutches outstanding against your previous instructions i.e., 1 ... 11.A3 to specification BB.252 1 ... 11.A6 " " BB.316…

scan0014 Official order to modify a Phantom III clutch driven plate.
View original record X1110 To Roy. Hs/Smth.2/JH.4.1.36. Ph. III Will you please pass an official order to Messrs Borg & Beck, for the following work:- Modify PhIII clutch driven plate No.3 to have U-slots and moulded…

scan0015 Letter to Messrs Borg & Beck, Ltd. regarding the modification of Ph.III plates.
View original record Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.S/JH. 4th January, 1936. Messrs Borg & Beck, Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr Barker. Dear Sirs, We are instructing our despatch office to send you…

scan0016 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd regarding the balancing and production of clutches.
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. I. WORKS:…

scan0017 Experiments on Phantom III clutches, comparing various plate designs and materials.
View original record To E & By. c. to WCr. c. to Mx. K110 Hs/Smth.2/EW.S.1.36. Phantom III Clutches. We have been proceeding with experiments on Ph.III clutch jagger. The most satisfactory centre plate we have had up to…

scan0018 The performance of a Borg & Beck clutch plate, detailing issues and proposing modifications.
View original record -2- Hs/Smth.2/RW.5.1.36. The best Borg & Beck plate tried up to date has .048" cushioning (Bentley has .030"), and .018" run out, leaving .022" actual separation. This plate has woven F.F.L. facings…

scan0019 Letter from a clutch manufacturer regarding the supply, modification, and dispatch of various clutch plates and assemblies.
View original record 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. 1. WORKS:…

scan0020 Suggesting an alternative pull-off spring for the Borg & Beck clutch on a Bentley pedal.
View original record To By. c. to E. X 1110 Hs/Smth.17/KW.6.1.36. Borg & Beck Clutch on Bentley Pedal Pull-off Spring. We have tried spring FB.2107 whichis instructed for production, but consider it too heavy. If not too…

scan0021 Request to Leonard Williams & Co. Ltd. for a 12' diameter Long clutch from a 12-cylinder Packard for experimental purposes.
View original record X1110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Gry.7/KW. 6th January, 1936. Messrs. Leonard Williams & Co.Ltd., Great West Road, Brentford. Dear Sirs, We are anxious to obtain for experimental purposes a 12" diameter Long…

scan0022 Borg & Beck clutch failures for Bentley during endurance testing.
View original record X 1110 To E. c.c. to WcP. c.c. to By. c.c. to Hdy. c.c. to RK. Hs/Smth.RD/KW.6.1.36. Borg & Beck Clutch for Bentley. Broken Pressure Plates. We have had two failures of 10" Borg & Beck clutches. Both…

scan0023 The development and testing of Borg & Beck clutches, including balancing methods and spring performance.
View original record -2- We have discussed the matter with Borg & Beck and we find that their method of balancing is to balance the pressure plate alone, then to assemble and balance the complete clutch by drilling…

scan0024 Standardization and spring specifications for the clutch on large bore cars.
View original record -3- Hs/Smth.RO/KM.6.1.36. When the question of standardisation of the clutch on large bore cars arose 3 months ago, Borg & Beck strongly recommended that we should increase the spring poundage,…

scan0025 Photograph showing a fractured clutch pressure plate after a vibrating rig test.
View original record Handwritten on file: X1110 Text on label: Borg & Beck BL4/CATT. 16/12/38 36/21/DS BORG & BECK CLUTCH PRESSURE PLATE AFTER 95 HOURS VIBRATING RIG. TEST 120 MINS. @ 4800 R.P.M. WITH STD. DAMPERS 120…

scan0026 Internal request to place an official order with Messrs. Borg & Beck for a Phantom III driven plate.
View original record To Roy. X1110 Hs/Smth.21/KW.8.1.36. Phantom III. Will you please pass an official order to Messrs. Borg & Beck for :- One 13 1/2" Driven Plate of the "Compound Cushion" type, lined with Hyco material.…

scan0027 Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. regarding the development, testing, and material specifications for various clutches.
View original record X110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.20/KW. 8th January, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letters of the 4th and…

scan0028 Letter confirming specifications for a 13 1/2 inch plate, discussing the preference for Hyco facings over moulded facings.
View original record -2- Hs/Smhh.20/KW.8.1.36. In your letter of the 6th you confirm that you are making us a 13½" plate with improved cushioning, but specify moulded facings. We are anxious to have Hyco facings if…

scan0029 Inquiry to Borg & Beck Ltd regarding the balancing of clutches.
View original record X 1160 Exptl. Dept. HS/Smth.10/JH. 9th January, 1936. Messrs Borg & Beck Ltd. Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr Barker. Dear Sirs, Will you please let us know whether or not the…

scan0030 Letter from Borg & Beck discussing the chemical and physical analysis of a Phantom III clutch pressure plate.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Registered Office BROOK HOUSE, LANSHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. Your Ref BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. WORKS: Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA,…

scan0031 Laboratory report from Borg & Beck Co. Limited analysing the composition of a clutch plate.
View original record COPY BORG & BECK CO.LIMITED. LABORATORY REPORT NO: M.64. Description. Portion of Clutch Plate as used by Messrs.Rolls-Royce. Date.6th.Jan.1936. The above Pressure Plate has been analysed as below and…

scan0032 Quotation from Leonard Williams & Co. Ltd. for a clutch assembly for a 12-cylinder Packard.
View original record LEONARD WILLIAMS & CO. LTD. DIRECTORS: LEONARD WILLIAMS (CHAIRMAN) THE EARL OF MACCLESFIELD ARTHUR WILLIAM STANTON J.P. R. P. DENMAN FREDERICK STATHAM TOWLE SOLE CONCESSIONNAIRES FOR BRITISH ISLES…

scan0033 Mechanical Test Report for a Cast Iron Clutch Pressure Plate.
View original record X110 BTB- Mechanical Test Report. R.283. To Hs/Smth. HL2/AG.9.1.36. Laboratory. CAST IRON CLUTCH PRESSURE PLATE. (your ref: Hs/Smth.6/JH.1.1.36.) Brinell Hardness Tests on Friction Face. H 10/3000 =…

scan0034 Order for clutch springs for a 20/25 HP model.
View original record To Roy. X1110 Hs/Smth.22/KW.10.1.36. 20/25 HP. Will you please order from Messrs. Borg and Beck 2 sets of 105-115 lb. (green) clutch springs for their 11" clutch. These were ordered verbally by 'phone…

scan0035 Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck concerning production clutches, proposed modifications, and ongoing tests.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. X1110 Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I. WORKS:…

scan0036 Continuation letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd regarding tensile strength and 'Hyco' facings.
View original record Continuation No. 1. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. 10.1.36 yesterday will prove interesting, inasmuch as the maximum tensile is considerably below that which we were led to understand was obtainable. We…

scan0037 Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding the dispatch of clutch assemblies and suggested modifications.
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…

scan0038 Specification sheet for standard 10-spline shaft and hub dimensions.
View original record BORG AND BECK CO. LTD. LEAMINGTON SPA. ENGLAND. SALES DEPARTMENT All Dimensions ± .005 Unless Otherwise Stated. All Corners Free From Fraise 10 SPLINE SHAFT DIMENSIONS 10 SPLINE HUB DIMENSIONS TABLE…

scan0039 Letter to The Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. regarding the return and modification of an 11A3 clutch.
View original record X1110 Hs/Smth.12/MA. 14th January, 1936. The Borg & Beck Co.Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire. For the attention of Mr.H.T.Barker. Dear Sir, Confirming our telephone conversation, we…

scan0040 Requesting an 11' Borg & Beck clutch be sent to the manufacturer for modification.
View original record X1110 To RHC. Hs/Smth.4/JH.14.1.36. 11" Borg & Beck. Clutch. We have an 11 A-3 type Borg & Beck clutch in the stores. Will you please send this to Borg & Beck to have weaker springs fitted. They…

scan0041 Letter from a clutch manufacturer about rebuilding an 11.A3 clutch and troubleshooting a failed 11' clutch on a test bed.
View original record Telegraphs BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W.1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. WORKS: Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA,…

scan0042 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding an order for clutch springs and proposing a new order for the associated work.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. L.L.Smith X110 Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROOK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I.…

scan0043 To cancel a previous order for special clutch springs and issue a new order.
View original record To Roy. X110 Hs/Smth. 9/JH.15.1.36: Borg & Beck. Re Hs/Smth.22/KW.10.1.36., in which we asked you to order 2 sets of special clutch springs. In view of later developments will you please cancel this…

scan0044 Method for locating and fixing 10-inch Borg & Beck clutches on Bentley flywheels.
View original record To RHC. X1110 Hs/Smth.2/JH.16.1.36. 10" Borg & Beck Clutches on Bentley. The method of locating and fixing the clutches on the flywheels is to be somewhat different on the production cars from what…

scan0045 Letter to Messrs. Leonard Williams & Co. Ltd., regarding the supply of a 12' clutch for a 12-cylinder Packard car.
View original record X110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Gry.16/KW. 16th January, 1936. Messrs. Leonard Williams & Co.Ltd., Great West Road, Brentford, Middlesex. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 8th inst., with reference…

scan0046 Chemical analysis report for a Clutch Pressure Plate.
View original record To Hs/Smth. C C Smith HL6/AG.16.1.36. X (1110) Laboratory. Report No. L4024. Re: Clutch Pressure Plate. (ref: Hs/Smth6/JH.1.1.36) Analysis: Graphite .. 2.98% Combined Carbon .. 0.35% Titanium .. 0.04%…

scan0047 Micro-examination report on a clutch pressure plate made by Borg & Beck.
View original record R Le Smith Micro-Examination Report. M.1107. To Hs/Smth. HL2/AG.15.1.36. Laboratory. Re: Clutch Pressure Plate made by Borg & Beck. Off Type 10 - A6 Clutch. Herewith copies of photomicrographs Nos.…

scan0048 Laboratory photomicrograph showing a material's structure at 100 diameters magnification.
View original record R.R. 403 (10m) (92117-1-10-35) J.H., Ltd. ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. LABORATORY. PHOTOMICROGRAPH No. A.1361 MAGNIFICATION: 100 DIAMETERS. M1107 (ph. A1361-2)

scan0049 Photomicrograph showing a material's microstructure at 150 diameters magnification.
View original record R.R. 403 (10m) (92117-1-10-35) J.H., Ltd. ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. LABORATORY. PHOTOMICROGRAPH No. A 1362 MAGNIFICATION: 150 DIAMETERS. M-1107 Ph A1361-2

scan0050 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding clutch components and drawings for a Phantom III chassis.
View original record U 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.…

scan0051 Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. concerning the manufacture of a Long type clutch driven member.
View original record XII D Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.14/KW. 17th January, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, I wonder whether you could give me the…

scan0052 Telegram received by telephone regarding the dispatch of a driven plate and clutch.
View original record ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. X1110 TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 17 JAN 1936 3.30 By: FS Date: 17/1/36 To: Roycar from: Leamington Spa 3.9.18 Driven plate and 11.9.31 clutch sent passenger…

scan0053 Instructing modifications to an 11' A-6 type clutch being returned to supplier Borg & Beck.
View original record X1110 To Roy. Hs/Smth.1/JH.20.1.36. We are today returning to Borg & Beck, a new 11" A-6 type clutch. Will you please pass an order for the following work to be done. (1) Fit weak (green) springs. (2)…

scan0054 Requesting the return of a Borg & Beck clutch for rebalancing and spring modification.
View original record X1110 To RHC. Hs/Smth.2/JH.20.1.36; There is a new 11-A-6 type Borg & Beck clutch in the stores. Will you please return this to Borg & Beck. We are asking them to rebalance it and to fit it with…

scan0055 Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. concerning the modification and testing of various clutches.
View original record X110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.21/KW. 21st January, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, Many thanks for the modified 11" Clutch and…

scan0056 Request to measure the flatness and cushioning of Borg & Beck driven plates for the Phantom III.
View original record To RHC. X1110 Hs/Smth.1/KW.23.1.36. Borg & Beck Driven Plates for Ph.III. There are 2 of these in the shop waiting to be fitted to cars. Will you please measure for us the amount of "run out" on these…

scan0057 Request for a 6' length of 3/4' S.82 bar for the Borg & Beck Co. to manufacture bolts.
View original record To D/BP. c. to G/Mt. X 1110 Hs/Smth.17/KW.24.1.36. Will you please let us have a 6' length of 3/4" bar in S.82 material. This is to hand to a representative of the Borg & Beck Co., who is to make us…

scan0058 Advice note from Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. for the despatch of clutches to the Experimental Department.
View original record Form E4/B BORG & BECK CO., LTD., TELEPHONE: 1550 LEAMINGTON. 1551 LEAMINGTON. TELEGRAMS: BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON. DIRECTORS: E. B. BOUGHTON. W. EMMOTT. D. T. BROCK. HJB/MH Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON…

scan0059 Advice note for a 10 A3 clutch, complete to specification with special eyebolts.
View original record Form E4/B BORG & BECK CO., LTD., TELEPHONE: 1550 LEAMINGTON, 1551 LEAMINGTON. TELEGRAMS: BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON. DIRECTORS: E. B. BOUGHTON. W. EMMOTT. D. T. BROCK. HJB/MH Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON…

scan0060 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. enclosing a print for a Splined Arbors Drive Plate Runout Test.
View original record 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. 1. WORKS:…

scan0061 Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck confirming the rebuilding of a clutch assembly.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA. 1550-1. X1110 Le Smith BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W.1.…

scan0062 Requesting an order for the rebuilding and modification of 10A6 and 11A6 type clutches by Borg & Beck.
View original record To Roy. X1110 Hs/Smth.3/KW.28.1.36. Mr. Barker of Borg & Beck took a damaged 10A6 type clutch away with him after a visit here yesterday. They are to rebuild the clutch, using eyebolts in S.82…

scan0063 Requesting an arbor for balancing and checking Borg & Beck driven plates for the Phantom III.
View original record To By. X1110 Hs/Smth.2/KW.28.1.36. Borg & Beck Driven Plates for Ph.III. Will you please make an arbor to Borg & Beck drawing CG.77 attached, but with splines to take our Ph.III driven plate hubs.…

scan0064 Letter from Borg & Beck regarding the testing of a 10 inch clutch, safety margins, and flywheel flutter.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. X110 BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS:…

scan0065 To book in a clutch from Borg and Beck Co. Ltd. for fitting on a Bentley engine.
View original record To D/BP. From HS/AM. c. G/Lt. c. Roy/MS. c. HS/JWS X1110 Hs/AM.1/BC.29.1.36. O/54307. Will you please arrange to book in from Borg and Beck Co. Ltd., Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, under advice note…

scan0066 Request to order a 13 3/4 inch clutch driven member for a Phantom III from Borg & Beck.
View original record X1110. To Roy. Hs/Smth.1/JH.31.1.36: Phantom III. Will you please order from Borg & Beck one 13¾" clutch driven member to their specification Ex.44. Hs/Smth.

scan0067 Letter to The Borg & Beck Clutch Co. Ltd. concerning the delivery and specification of a clutch plate.
View original record X 111.D Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.25/KW. 31st January, 1936. The Borg & Beck Clutch Co.Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. Dear Sirs, Further to our telephone conversation of this afternoon, we beg to…

scan0068 Internal expense claim memo for lunch and teas.
View original record X 1130 To Wor. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm.27/KW.31.1.36. Expenses. 14.1.36. Lunch, Ricardo, Banks, Wd. Rm. £1. 5. 9d. 23.1.36. Teas, London. 4. 6d. £1. 10. 3d. Hs/Rm.

scan0069 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd regarding the despatch of a Phantom III Driven Plate.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. K1110 BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES.. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W.1. WORKS:…

scan0070 Covering order for a 20/25 HP model clutch.
View original record To Roy. X1110 Hs/Smth.11/JH.3.2.36. 20/25 H.P. Will you please pass a covering order for the following clutch ordered today by telephone. One 11-A-3 type clutch with green thrust springs, moulded…

scan0071 Invoice for two clutches from Borg & Beck Co. Ltd.
View original record GRH (Handwritten) Smith Mean correct (Handwritten) Hs. Copy to Roy G/Cam/CA.33/DW.3.2.36. We have an invoice from the Borg & Beck Co.Ltd, dated 24th ulto., details of which are shown below. They say…

scan0072 Advice note from Borg & Beck Co., Ltd. regarding the dispatch of one modified 11 A3-G clutch.
View original record Form E4/B BORG & BECK CO., LTD., Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA, Warwickshire. TELEPHONE: 1550 LEAMINGTON. TELEGRAMS: BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON. DIRECTORS: E. B. BOUGHTON. W. EMMOTT. D. T. BROCK. HJB/MH…

scan0073 Completion of an order for Borg & Beck and A-6 clutches.
View original record To Roy. c. to G/Cam. Hs/Smth.6/KW.5.2.36. G/Cam/CA.33/DW.3.2.36. The two Borg & Beck clutches referred to in the abovementioned memo. are part of the order for four clutches which we requested you to…

scan0074 Test report on the D.W.S. Hydraulic Jacks system, detailing clearance issues and jack/release times.
View original record X1166 To S. c. to Sg. c. to Nor. c. to Ry. c. to Ex. Hm/Dwg.2/AH.5.2.36. D.W.S. Hydraulic Jacks - J2-EX. We have now tested out the above system and report as follows :- Maximum tyre ground clearance…

scan0075 Issues with jacks, brackets, gland leaks, and a hydraulic pump.
View original record -2- Hs/Dwg.2/KW.5.2.36. Jack & Brackets. At present the front jacks are so fitted that it is impossible to remove them without firstly removing either the wings or the cross member to which the jacks…

scan0076 Issues with the release valve, clutch, and pump, including a decision to use a hand pump on the first 50 chassis.
View original record -3- Ha/Dwg.2/LV.5.2.36. (2) Release valve sticks in closed position due to the expansion of the rubber gland (which is moulded to the valve stem) against the valve guide. Under these conditions the…

scan0077 Weight breakdown for the components of the D.W.S. Jacking System.
View original record Hs/Dwg.2/KW.5.2.36. Weight of D.W.S. Jacking System. Jacks. lbs. ozs. Total lbs. ozs. 2 Front at 6 7 1/2 12 15 2 Rear at 5 3 1/2 10 7 Jack Brackets. 2 Front at 3 6 6 12 2 Rear at 2 8 5 0 Fluid…

scan0078 Requesting an order for a 20/25 HP model 11.A.3 type clutch from Borg & Beck with specific components.
View original record X1110 To Roy. Hs/Smth.14/JH.5.2.36. 20/25 H.P. Will you please order from Borg & Beck one 11.A.3 type clutch with. (a) Green thrust springs. (b) Red damper springs. (c) Moulded facings. (d) Eyebolts…

scan0079 Letter to Messrs Borg & Beck regarding the return and modification of 10.A.3 clutches and an order for a new 11.A.3 clutch.
View original record X110 Exptl. Dpet. HS/Smth.17/JH. 5th Febuary 1936. Messrs Borg & Beck, Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, Confirming the visit of the writer to…

scan0080 To book in a clutch collected from Borg and Beck.
View original record To D/BP. c. to G/Mt. c. to Roy/Ms. X1110 Hs/Smth.5/JH.5.2.36. O/No. 54305. Will you please arrange to book in from Borg and Beck, under advice note 15322:- 1 11.A.3. clutch as instructed in memo, to…

scan0081 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd concerning the manufacturing rights and supply of 'Long' type clutch plates.
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:…

scan0082 Measurement diagram of Borg & Beck driven plates to EX. 44.
View original record Top Diagram: .031, .030, .029, .032, .030, .028, .030, .031, .030, .029, .028, .029 +.001, -.001, .000, +.001, +.001, .000 .000, -.002, +.001, -.001, -.001, -.003 Bottom Diagram: .032, .030, .029,…

scan0083 Design changes to the 11' Borg and Beck clutch for the 25-30 HP model.
View original record PY. c. Er. Hs. Da. RHG. Hs/Rm. GRY X1110 E/HDY.1/HP.5.2.36. 11" Borg and Beck Clutch - 25-30 HP. We send herewith N.Sch.4752 which shows:- (1) The clutch operating shaft moved back .125" to give more…

scan0084 Further failures of Borg & Beck clutches during high-speed endurance testing, focusing on eyebolt issues and vibratory movements.
View original record X1110 To E. & By. c. to Wor. c. to Da. c. to Hdy. c. to Mx. HS/Smth.10/KW.5.2.36. Borg & Beck Clutches. Further to Hs/Smth.20/KW.6.1.36. Since issuing the above report we have had two further failures…

scan0085 Investigation into the failure of Borg & Beck eyebolts and discussions on strengthening them.
View original record -2- Ha/Smth.10/KM.5.2.36. Borg & Beck roll the threads on their eyebolts. Under the microscope the threads appear to have a very poor profile and show folding over of the metal in several places. The…

scan0086 Log of failures for Borg & Beck clutches.
View original record FAILURES OF BORG & BECK CLUTCHES. no 27 Date | Type | Unit | Bed | Time of Failure | Type of Failure | Remarks 16.12.35. | 10A3 | B-14 | K-10 | Within 95 hours | Pressure plate broken (See…

scan0087 Photograph showing examples of failed eye-bolts from Borg & Beck clutches.
View original record BORG & BECK CLUTCHES EYE-BOLT FAILURES.

scan0088 Tests conducted on a Borg & Beck clutch to determine the cause of lever bolt breakages.
View original record X1110 P c. to By. c. to Da. c. to Hdy. c. to Hs/Rm. FILE ONLY Tests on Borg & Beck Clutch to find reason for Lever Bolts Breaking. Tests Carried out on 3-B-IV - 11" Borg & Beck Clutch. The breaking of…

scan0089 Hairpin spring and clutch bolt fatigue with proposed design changes.
View original record -2- Hs/GWH.4/KW.5.2.36. We assume that the hairpin springs are set in a period at this speed, andtogether with the natural tendency of the clutch fingers to fling outwards, cause a period of vibration…

scan0090 Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding the design and materials for clutch components.
View original record 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. 1. WORKS:…

scan0091 Request to despatch a Ph.III clutch hub to Messrs. Borg & Beck for a new compound cushion plate trial.
View original record X1110 To RHC. Hs/Smhh23/KW.7.2.36. Will you please arrange to despatch to Messrs. Borg & Beck one hub for Ph.III clutch driven member, drilled and with sufficient rivets for attaching the plate. This…

scan0092 Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. requesting performance data and characteristics for a semi-centrifugal clutch.
View original record X1110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.11/KW. 10th February, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa, For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We understood on the occasion of our last…

scan0093 Tests on different thrust springs for the Borg & Beck clutch on the 25/30 HP model.
View original record To H. c. to By. c. to Da. c. to Hdy. X110 Ha/Smth.3/KW.11.2.36. Borg & Beck Clutch for 25/30 HP. The thrust springs at present specified for the 11" clutch for 25/30 HP. are of 130 lbs. load and are…

scan0094 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding progress and technical data for a 'Long type Clutch'.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. X110 BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS:…

scan0095 Sending two types of clutches to Messrs Borg & Beck for modifications.
View original record To Roy. c. to G/Mt. c. to D/BP. X110 Hs/Smth.15/JH.11.2.36. We are sending into the Stores a broken 11-A-6 type clutch and also an 11-A-3. clutch. These are to be dispatched to Messrs Borg & Beck,…

scan0096 Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. regarding the return and rebuilding of an 11A6 and an 11A3 clutch.
View original record Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.17/KW. 11th February, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We are returning to you an 11A6 clutch which…

scan0097 Recommending an amendment to the 25/30 HP clutch specification based on prolonged testing.
View original record X1110 To E. & Ry. c. to Da. c. to Hdy. HS/Smth.14/RW.12.2.36. 25/30 HP. Clutch. Further to Hs/Smth.9/RW.11.2.36, we have now run a prolonged test on the weaker springs in London traffic and have…

scan0098 Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck confirming the urgent rebuilding of returned 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: Tachbrook…

scan0099 Dispatch of clutches to Borg & Beck for modifications under order number 54307.
View original record To Roy. c. to G/Mt. c. to D/BP. X1110 Hs/Smth.3/JH.13.2.36. Clutches - Order No. 54307. We are sending into the Stores one 10-A-6, and one 10-A-3 clutch together with one driven plate. These should be…

scan0100 Letter to Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. regarding the modification and return of clutch components.
View original record Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.7/KW. 13th February, 1936. The Borg & Beck Co.Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letters of the 11th and 12th…

scan0101 Road test report on a Borg & Beck Clutch to determine the cause of bolt breakages.
View original record To E. c. to Da. c. to Hdy. c. to Hs. X1110 Hs/GWH.1/KW.13.2.36. 3-B-IV. Borg & Beck Clutch. We have after measuring the fling out of the bolts, running the engine stationary, carried out tests on the…

scan0102 Letter to The Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. confirming a specification change for 11' production clutches and providing test feedback.
View original record X111D Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.9/KW. 13th February, 1936. The Borg & Beck Co.Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, Confirming our telephone conversation with…

scan0103 Instruction to despatch two types of clutches to Borg & Beck Limited for modification.
View original record SMITH X1110 G/Mt. [crossed out] c. to D/DP. [crossed out] c. to Ha/Smth. ROY/MS.9/FS. 13th Feby 1936. Please despatch carriage paid to:- Messrs. Borg & Beck Limited., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa,…

scan0104 Identifying a Borg & Beck clutch plate for the 34-EX car.
View original record To Mx. c. to RHC. X110 Hs/Smth.9/KW.14.2.36. 34-EX. The clutch plate we handed to you for this car is identified as :- Borg & Beck 13½" Driven Plate No.8, to their specification X.44. Hs/Smth.

scan0105 Listing different Borg & Beck Ph.III clutch driven plates and their corresponding reference numbers and specifications.
View original record X1110 To RHC. Hs/Smth.5/JH.14.2.36. Borg & Beck Ph.III Clutch Plates. The various Borg & Beck clutch driven plates which we have used in Ph.III have been given reference Nos., and we give them…

scan0106 Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding the construction and dispatch of a driven plate with an oil slinger.
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…

scan0107 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. acknowledging the return of clutch parts for modification.
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…

scan0108 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding a clutch specification for a 20/25-HP application.
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:…

scan0109 Specification and recommendation sheet for a Borg & Beck clutch.
View original record IMO BORG & BECK CLUTCHES BORG & BECK COMPANY, LTD. TACHBROOK ROAD, LEAMINGTON SPA, WARWICKSHIRE. Index No. Date 14.2.36 MAKE OF VEHICLE ROLLS ROYCE TYPE MODEL 20/25HP YEAR SERIAL No. SPECIFICATION…

scan0110 Order for a driven plate from Borg & Beck.
View original record To Roy, Hs/Smth.2/JH.15.2.36. Order No. 54305. Will you please pass an order to Borg & Beck for:- 1 11" driven plate with moulded facings, yellow damper spring and oil slinger. This was unofficially…

scan0111 Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. concerning a revised specification BB.252, an oil slinger, and an 11 inch plate.
View original record X11.0 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.5/KW. 15th February, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire. Dear Sirs, We are in receipt of your letters of yesterday's date, and of…

scan0112 Despatch note for clutch parts to be sent to Messrs. Borg & Beck Limited for modifications.
View original record X 1110 G/Mt. c. to D/HP. c. to Hs/Smth. ROY/MS.1/FS. 17th Feb. 1936. o/54307. Please despatch carriage paid to:- Messrs. Borg & Beck Limited., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa, Warwicks. One type 10-A-6…

scan0113 Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. concerning the testing, modification and supply of clutch components.
View original record XIII D Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.8/KW. 17th February, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We should be glad to have the 11A3 type…

scan0114 Letter requesting recommendations for the design of a clutch housing suitable for a ventilated clutch.
View original record -2- Hs/Smth.8/KW.17.2.36. We shall also be interested to have your recommendations for the design of a clutch housing suitable for a ventilated clutch. Yours faithfully, FOR ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED.

scan0115 Road test report on a lightened Borg & Beck clutch after 266 miles in London traffic.
View original record To E. c. to Da. c. to Hdy. c. to Wor. c. to Hs. X110 Ha/GWH.2/KW.18.2.36. 21-0-IV. Tests in London Traffic with lightened type Borg & Beck Clutch - 266 miles. Load on clutch pedal to depress - 37 lbs,…

scan0116 The testing and specification of Phantom III clutch plates.
View original record X 1110 To E. & By. c. to Wor. c. to Da. c. to Hdy. c. to Mx. c. to Roy. Hs/Smth.14/KW.18.2.36. Phantom III Clutch. There is very little further to report on this subject since the issue of…

scan0117 Specifications for the 25/30 HP clutch.
View original record To E. & By. X1110 Hs/Smth.6/KW.19.2.36. 25/30 HP. Clutches. We send you herewith for your records copies of Borg & Beck's specification No. BB.252, dated 14.2.36, covering the clutch we propose to use…

scan0118 Advice note from Borg & Beck for a rectified A6 cover assembly.
View original record Form F. 6/B. BORG & BECK CO., LTD., SERVICE DEPT., TACHBROOK ROAD. LEAMINGTON SPA. WARWICKSHIRE. WORKS & SERVICE TACHBROOK ROAD, LEAMINGTON SPA WARWICKSHIRE TELEPHONE LEAMINGTON SPA 1550 1551…

scan0119 Arranging to book a modified Borg & Beck type 10A6 clutch for a Bentley into the Works.
View original record X110 To G/Mt. c. to D/BP. c. to Roy/Ms. Hs/Smth.11/KW.19.2.36. Bentley Clutch. Will you please arrange to book into the Works - One Borg & Beck type 10A6 Clutch. This clutch has been delivered by Borg…

scan0120 Letter to Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd. confirming points discussed regarding clutch components and modifications.
View original record X 11 D Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.11/KW. 20th February, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Rd., Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, Confirming your visit to our Works…

scan0121 Letter concerning clutch plate balance, outstanding orders, and methods for marking engine timing positions.
View original record -2- Hs/Smth.11/KW.20.2.36. (5) You have promised to look into the question of obtaining better balance in the 13 1/2" plates than hitherto. None of the plates which you have supplied us with have been…

scan0122 Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding an oil slinger drawing and plate modifications.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Ll Smith XIII O Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W.1.…

scan0123 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Limited regarding component specifications and manufacturing processes for clutch parts.
View original record Continuation No. 1. Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd. (3) We agree to hold the poundage of the green thrust springs within the limits of 110 - 115 lbs. (4) We should be pleased if you would urge forward the…

scan0124 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding tests on a model 11' clutch and a proposal for a ventilated clutch housing.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Ll. Smith X111D Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROOK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1.…

scan0125 To Roy attaching a copy of a requested document.
View original record To Roy. Hs/Smth.9/JH.24.2.36. Attached herewith as requested a copy of Hs/Smth.14/KW.18.2.36. Hs/Smth.

scan0126 Specification document for a C-16 unit clutch.
View original record To RHC. X1110 Hs/Smth.2/KW.25.2.36. 22-G-V. C-16 Unit. Specification for Clutch. (1) 11A3 Borg & Beck clutch No.26. This is to standard production specification BB.252, with green thrust springs,…

scan0127 Recommendations for making and protecting engine timing markings on Borg & Beck clutches.
View original record To By. c. to E. XHD Borg & Beck Clutches. Further to our conversation of a few days ago regarding the engine timing markings on Borg & Beck clutches, we wrote to the makers asking for their…

scan0128 Letter from a clutch manufacturer regarding a delay in re-building clutch cover assemblies due to material supply.
View original record Telephone BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS: Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA.…

scan0129 Dispatch of clutch parts to Borg & Beck Ltd. and requesting modifications.
View original record X170 To G/Mt. c. to D/BP. c. to Roy/Ms. Hs/Smth.10/KW.27.2.36. We are sending into the stores the following goods, which should be despatched to Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington…

scan0130 Letter to a supplier regarding modifications and returns of clutch assemblies.
View original record Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.9/KW. 27th February, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We are now in receipt of the 11A6 and 10A3…

scan0131 Letter to The Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding engine timing marks, friction plate balance, and steel supply for clutches.
View original record XIII D Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.16/KW. 28th February, 1936. The Borg & Beck Company Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the…

scan0132 Despatch note for various clutch parts to be sent to Borg & Beck Limited in Leamington Spa.
View original record Rm X1110 G/MS. c. to D/BP. c. to Hs/Smth. ROY/MS.3/FS. 2nd March 1936. Please despatch carriage paid to:- Messrs. Borg & Beck Limited., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa, Warwicks. 1. 10-A3 type Clutch.…

scan0133 Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding the balance of 13.5 inch diameter friction plates.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Ll Smith X111D Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROOK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1.…

scan0134 Two oil slingers being sent to The Borg & Beek Company.
View original record To Roy/Ms. c. to G/Mt. c. to D/BP. Hs/Smth.9/KW.3.3.36. Slingers. We are sending into the stores two Oil sent to - These are our property, and should be The Borg & Beek Company, Tachbrook Road,…

scan0135 Letter to The Borg & Beck Company regarding the despatch of two finished oil slingers.
View original record X110. Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.S/KW. 3rd March, 1936. The Borg & Beck Company, Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We have now finished two oil slingers in steel…

scan0136 Technical memo addressing issues with seat adjustment, clutch life, oil consumption, and engine pinking/detonation.
View original record X 1110 To Sg. from Rm. c. to WCR. c. to E. c. to By. c. to IV. Replying to Sg.9/4.2.36. - in X 204 The objection to sliding the seat back by means of the Leveroll fixing seems to be that it is not…

scan0137 Experimental brake development to reduce squeaking and increase consistency.
View original record -2- Hm/Rm.7/KW.5.5.36. Brakes. We have an experimental development which promises to reduce squeaking and increase consistency. A report on this is being circulated. Hm/Rm.

scan0138 Letter to Durion Ltd. regarding the chromium plating of a clutch driven plate for wear testing.
View original record Exptl. Dept. HS/Smth.6/JH. 3rd. March, 1936. Messrs. Durion Ltd., 10, Parsons Green, Fulham, LONDON.S.W.6. For the attention of Capt. V.H.Baker. Dear Sirs, We are sending to you under separate cover a…

scan0139 Internal order request for chromium plating a clutch driven plate.
View original record To Roy. X1110 Hs/Smth.7/JH.3.3.36. Order No.54305. Will you please pass an order to Durion Ltd., 10, Parsons Green, Fulham, London, S.W.6. for chromium plating a clutch driven plate as per our letter,…

scan0140 Sending a clutch driven plate for chromium plating to Messrs. Durion Ltd.
View original record X 1110 To D/BP. c. to G/Mt. Hs/Smth.8/KW.4.3.36. We are sending into the Stores for despatch to - Messrs. Durion Ltd., 10, Parson's Green, Fulham, LONDON, S.W.6, 1. Clutch Driven Plate for chromium…

scan0141 Despatch note for 2 oil slingers to be fixed on to plates for Messrs. Borg & Beck Limited.
View original record X1110 o/Mt. (crossed out) c. to D/DP. (crossed out) c. to Hs/Smth. ROY/MS.14/FS. 4th March 1936. Please despatch carriage paid to:- Messrs. Borg & Beck Limited., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa,…

scan0142 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. acknowledging an order for clutch plates and oil slingers.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. X11D BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I. WORKS:…

scan0143 Letter from Durion Limited confirming the receipt of a clutch driven plate for chromium plating.
View original record TELEPHONE: FULHAM 2964 X1110. DURION LIMITED ELECTRO-CHEMICAL ENGINEERS DIRECTORS: CAPTAIN V. H. BAKER. M.C., A.F.C. (CHAIRMAN) FRANCIS FRANCIS G. N. BIDDLES N. L. S. HAY (MANAGING) Le Smith' OFFICE &…

scan0144 Scheme for a clutch operating linkage with cantilever pedals for a Bentley, comparing modifications with the 25/30 model.
View original record X1110 CE Smith BY. c. E.Hs. De. HHC. Hs/Rm. Clutch Operating Linkage Cantilever Pedals. Bentley. We send herewith N.Sch.4776 which shows our suggestion for the above. This scheme requires the…

scan0145 Modifications for the pedal shaft, clutch pedal, compression rod, and frame stiffener.
View original record (sheet 2) E/HDY.1/HP.10.3.36. We show the ball jointed outer support for the pedal shaft as on N.Sch.4350, which can also be used on the 25-30 in due course. A downward stop for the clutch pedal…

scan0146 Despatch of a 10' clutch driven plate to Messrs. Borg and Beck Ltd. for modification.
View original record To Roy. c. to G/Mt. c. to D/BP. X1110 Hs/Smth.4/KW.16.3.36. We are sending into the Stores one 10" Clutch Driven Plate, for despatch to Messrs. Borg and Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. Will…

scan0147 Letter to The Borg & Beck Clutch Company Ltd. regarding trials and specifications for clutch plates.
View original record Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.3/KW. 16th March, 1936. The Borg & Beck Clutch Company Ltd., Tachbrook Rd., Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We are in receipt of the two special driven…

scan0148 To Roy about ordering a Phantom III clutch plate from supplier Borg & Beck.
View original record X1110 To Roy. Hs/Smth.18/KW.16.3.36. Phantom III Clutch. Will you please pass an order to Messrs. Borg & Beck for a standard production type 13½" clutch plate. We have asked them to use one of the…

scan0149 Letter to The Borg & Beck Clutch Co. Ltd. requesting a 10 1/2' driven plate for production cars.
View original record Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.17/A.W. 16th March, 1936. The Borg & Beck Clutch Co.Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, Will you please let us have one complete 10…

scan0150 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd regarding a special 13.5-inch driven plate with Hyco friction facings for a Phantom III application.
View original record Lt Smith X110 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.…

scan0151 Graphs showing spring deflection test results for three different Borg and Beck clutch discs.
View original record BORG AND BECK CLUTCH TESTS DIA OF DISCS 10" RAD OF MEASURING ARM 3.000" SPRING DEFLECTION TESTS. Top Graph: DISC N°4 Y-Axis: DEFLN - INS - Values: .050, .100, .150, .200 X-Axis: LOAD - LBS-FT. Values:…

scan0152 Graphs showing the results of spring deflection tests for three different clutch discs.
View original record BORG AND BECK CLUTCH TESTS. SPRING DEFLECTION TESTS. DIA OF DISCS 11". RAD OF MEASURING ARM 3". DEFLN - INS. LOAD - LBS-FT. DISC Nº27. DISC A 11. DISC B 11.

scan0153 Letter from Borg & Beck concerning clutch plate materials, specifications, and friction characteristics.
View original record Le Smith X111D 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.…

scan0154 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd confirming a meeting to discuss production supplies of 11' clutches.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. X1110 Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I. WORKS:…

scan0155 The return of faulty Borg & Beck clutches due to a bad finish.
View original record To Sft/JMW. c. to G/Mt. X1110 Hs/Smth.17/KW.20.3.36. Borg & Beck Clutches. Will you please note that the representative of Borg & Beck visited the Works this afternoon and took away with him 2. 10"…

scan0156 Outlining modifications for Borg & Beck clutch assemblies and a driven plate.
View original record To Roy. c.c. to G/Mt. c.c. to D/EP. K-1110 Hs/Smth.18/KW.20.3.36. Borg & Beck Clutches. The representative of Borg & Beck, who visited the Works this afternoon, has taken away with him the following…

scan0157 Production finish issues found on Borg & Beck clutches.
View original record To By. & Sft. c. to Roy. X110 Hs/S.th.1/KW.23.3.36. Borg & Beck Clutches. Mr. Barker of Borg & Beck was here yesterday and we showed him examples of what we consider bad finish on some of the…

scan0158 Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding the finish and appearance of clutch units.
View original record ---Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. X110 Le Smith Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I.…

scan0159 Continuation sheet of a letter from Borg & Beck Company Limited concerning the withholding of clutch deliveries and discussing additional costs.
View original record Continuation No. 1. Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd., 23.3.36. From the above you will appreciate that we are withholding further deliveries of clutches until we have received your comments in connection with…

scan0160 Letter from a clutch manufacturer regarding the repair and modification of clutch assemblies and driven plates.
View original record Telegrams: BORGANBECH, LEAMINGTON SPA. Handwritten: X110 Le Smith Telephone: LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET,…

scan0161 The despatch of a driven plate and hub to Borg & Beck Ltd., and placing an order for related work.
View original record X1110 To Roy. c. to G/Mt. c. to D/BP. Hs/Smth.11/KW.24.3.36. We are sending into the Stores one 13½" driven plate and one driven plate hub. These should be despatched to Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd.,…

scan0162 Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. concerning testing and sourcing materials for driven plates.
View original record Exptl.Dept. Hs/Smth.10/KW. 24th March, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Rd., Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, Confirming our telephone conversation of this morning,…

scan0163 Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding the modification of driven plates.
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…

scan0164 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding the manufacture of special driven plates.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. L. Smith X 1110 Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I.…

scan0165 Instruction to fit a production Borg & Beck clutch, stamped No.14, to a B-16 unit for 5-B-IV.
View original record X 1110 To RHC. Hs/Smth.2/KW.26.3.36. B-16 Unit for 5-B-IV. Will you please fit a production Borg & Beck clutch to this unit. It should be stamped No.14. We should like driven plate No. 14A fitting.…

scan0166 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding the despatch of two special 13.5' driven plates.
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…

scan0167 Request to book in and assess two 11-inch Borg & Beck clutches for the 25/30 HP model.
View original record To C/Mt. c. to D/FP. c. to Roy/Ms. c. to Sft/JMM. X1110 Hs/Smth. 9/JH. 27.3.36. 11" Borg & Beck Clutches for 25/30 HP. Will you please arrange to book into the works :- 2 11-A-3 clutches complete to…

scan0168 Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. providing feedback on the finish of two 11' sample clutches.
View original record X110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.25/KW. 27th March, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Rd., Leamington Spa, Warwicks. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, Confirming our telephone conversation…

scan0169 Letter regarding the possibility of obtaining 'Hyco' in England and acknowledging receipt of plates.
View original record -2- Hs/Smth.25/KW.27.3.36. We were very interested to hear that there is a possibility of obtaining Hyco in England and shall look forward to further information on this point. We thank you for the…

scan0170 The investigation of clutch jagger issues in a Phantom III model.
View original record To E. c. to Wor. c. to By. c. to Da. c. to Hdy. c. to Mx. c. to RHC. X1110 Hs/Smth./KW.30.3.36. Ph.III Clutch Jaggers. We have not yet got a satisfactory clutch for Ph.III. 32-EX is now on the road…

scan0171 Clutch performance, tests, and the friction material used.
View original record -2- Ha/Smth.3/KW.30.3.36. The present position is that one clutch has given continuous satisfaction on the Ph.III, that is the Long plate fitted to 35-KX now demonstrating. We believe that the virtue…

scan0172 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding sample clutches and manufacturing adjustments.
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…

scan0173 Letter regarding an error in hub assemblies, arrangements for Hyco friction fabric, and Bentley clutches.
View original record Continuation No. 1. Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd., 30.3.36. This error was of course not discovered until the hubs had been assembled to the driven discs, and when we were preparing for the final trueing…

scan0174 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Limited regarding charges for stripping and re-building clutches and a request for additional parts.
View original record Continuation No. 2. Messrs.Rolls-Royce., 30.3.36. We find upon checking further into this matter that it was necessary for us to strip and re-build in a similar way a further total of 41 clutches…

scan0175 Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. concerning paint finish on clutches and faulty machining on driven plate hubs.
View original record X1110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.12/KW. Your Ref: TS/HBT/CC. 1st April, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, 30th ult. We thank you for…

scan0176 Letter discussing clutch material testing, issues with a faulty plate, and excessive wear on 10' and 11' clutches.
View original record -2- We note your remarks regarding Hyco and the possibility of obtaining it in this country. We are anxious to test a sample of this material, but meanwhile please be advised that we have tested a…

scan0177 Sending a Phantom III clutch driven plate and facings to be refaced with Ferodo material by Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd.
View original record V110 To Roy. c. to G/Mt. c. to D/BP. Hs/Smth.9/KW.1.4.36. Phantom III Clutch. We are sending into the stores one 13 1/2" clutch driven plate (ref. No.5) and one set of 1 1/2" facings in "Ferodo No.6"…

scan0178 Letter from a clutch manufacturer regarding the supply, machining faults, and material testing of clutch components.
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. I. WORKS:…

scan0179 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Limited regarding the production and testing of a 10.A3 clutch.
View original record Continuation No. 1. Rolls-Royce Ltd., 2.4.36. With reference to the concluding paragraph of your letter, you will recall that following our discussion during the last visit of the writer to your Works…

scan0180 Order to Borg and Beck Ltd. for a modified 10A3 Bentley Clutch.
View original record To Roy. X 1110 Hs/Smth.15/KW.3.4.36. Bentley Clutch. Will you please pass an order to Borg and Beck Ltd. for :- 1. 10A3 Clutch, to standard specification, but with cover thickened up in the locality…

scan0181 Letter to Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd. concerning issues with production clutches and progress on a new clutch design.
View original record X111D Exptl. Dept. Ha/Smth.14/KW. 3rd April, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Rd., Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We are in receipt of your letter of the 2nd…

scan0182 Faults found in sample 11' Borg and Beck clutches for the 25/30 HP model.
View original record X 1110 H L Smith BY c.Hs/Smth. - from Sft. Sft.1/MW.3.4.36. 11" Borg and Beck Clutches for 25/30 HP. With reference to memo. Hs/Smthl/KW.23.3.36. and the two sample clutches you handed to us the other…

scan0183 Letter to supplier Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd. regarding an order for a clutch assembly and a plate with specific lining material.
View original record X1110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.17/KW. 6th April, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Rd., Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We have to-day passed you an order for one…

scan0184 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. discussing an out-of-round issue with an 11-inch clutch.
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:…

scan0185 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Limited regarding a proposed works visit, countersink depth, and the disassembly of a sample 10.A3 clutch.
View original record Continuation No. 1. Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd., 6.4.36. We think that it would be to our mutual advantage for you to visit our Works, together with either your Mr.Swift or Scott, so that this and other…

scan0186 The procurement of a specific Bentley clutch from supplier Messrs. Borg & Beck.
View original record To Roy. X 1110 Hs/Smith.14/JH. 6.4.36. Bentley Clutch. Will you please obtain from Messrs. Borg & Beck :- One 10-A-3 clutch to specification BB.242, but with red thrust springs and less driven plate.…

scan0187 Material defects in a clutch centre and proposing a change from nickel steel to carbon steel.
View original record X110 BY/TWD. c. Rm. c. E. c. Sft. c. Sft/Mr. Clay. LC Smith I agree with By. Rm BY6/W.6.4.36. We are not satisfied with the clutch centre to which the flexible steel…

scan0188 Advice note from Borg & Beck Co., Ltd. for a rectified 13 1/4 inch Driven Plate Assembly.
View original record Form F. 6/B. X1110 BORG & BECK Co., LTD., SERVICE DEPT., TACHBROOK ROAD, LEAMINGTON SPA. WARWICKSHIRE. WORKS & SERVICE TACHBROOK ROAD, LEAMINGTON SPA WARWICKSHIRE TELEPHONE LEAMINGTON SPA 1550 1551…

scan0189 Cover note for an attached letter sent to Borg & Beck concerning their clutches.
View original record x1110 To By. c. to Sft. Hs/Smth.17/KW.8.4.36. Borg & Beck Clutches. We attach herewith a copy of a letter we have sent to Borg & Beck, which is self-explanatory. Hs/Smth. Att: Hs/Smth.16/KW.8.4.36.

scan0190 Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. concerning the 'out of roundness' of clutch covers and its impact on flywheel assembly balance.
View original record Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.16/KW. 8th April, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, Confirming the visit of Mr. Scott and the writer to…

scan0191 Letter discussing issues with clutch assembly roundness and potential distortion.
View original record -2- Hs/Smth.16/KW.8.4.36. However, after trying one or two of the clutches at your Works and discussing the matter with our charge-hand over the clutch assembly, we are inclined to regard the clutch…

scan0192 Requesting to book a 13 3/4 inch driven plate from Borg & Beck into the works.
View original record X1110 To G/Mt. c. to D/BF. Hs/Smth. 5/JH. 8.4.36. Borg & Beck. Will you please arrange to book into the Works, 1 13 3/4" driven plate under advice note S. 8350 ( our order No. 14222). This was…

scan0193 Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding visits to discuss clutch finish and an alignment jig.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Ll Smith X1110 Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I.…

scan0194 Requesting to book a 10A3 type Borg & Beck clutch with a reinforced cover into the Works.
View original record X1110 To G/Mt. c. to D/BP. c. to Roy/Ms. Hs/Smth.27/KW.15.4.36. Bentley Clutch. Will you please arrange to book into the Works one 10A3 type Borg & Beck clutch with reinforced cover. This was left by…

scan0195 Advice note from Borg & Beck Co., Ltd. for a modified 10 A3 clutch.
View original record Form E4/B BORG & BECK CO., LTD., Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA, Warwickshire. TELEPHONE: 1550 LEAMINGTON. TELEGRAMS: BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON. DIRECTORS: E. B. BOUGHTON, W. EMMOTT, D. T. BROCK.…

scan0196 Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. urging the supply of a 10' Clutch assembly with red thrust springs.
View original record XIII/D Hs/Smth.21/KW. Exptl. Dept. 16th April, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Rd., Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, This is just to remind you to urge the 10"…

scan0197 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. confirming the despatch of a 10' clutch.
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:…

scan0198 Letter from a clutch manufacturer regarding the dispatch and additional costs for three pressure plates.
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 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. concerning the fabrication and dispatch of two special 13 1/2' driven plates.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. BORG & BECK COMPANY Lᵀᴰ. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS: Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA.…

scan0200 Requesting a confirmatory order be passed to Borg & Beck for two Phantom III clutch driven plates.
View original record X1110 To Roy. Hs/Smth.12/KW.9.5.36. Phantom III Clutch. Will you please pass to Borg & Beck a confirmatory order for two 13 1/2" driven plates, one having all the horse-shoe slots on the inner radius…

scan0201 Required modifications to the appearance of the Borg and Beck clutch pressure plate casting.
View original record Hs/Rm. X1110 E.1/HP.11.5.36. re Borg and Beck Clutch. Referring to the points raised with regard to the appearance of the pressure plate at the last conference with Sg, I am assuming that you will…

scan0202 Return of three loaned pressure plates to Borg & Beck.
View original record To G/Mt. c. c. to D/BP. X1110 Hs/Smth.12/KW.12.5.36. Borg & Beck. We are sending into the stores three pressure plates which should be despatch to Messrs. Borg and Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road,…

scan0203 Letter to The Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding the quality and return of various clutch components.
View original record X1110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.10/KW. 12th May, 1936. The Borg & Beck Company Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letters of the 7th and…

scan0204 Page two of a typed letter urgently requesting 10' plates lined with 'No.6' material.
View original record -2- Hs/Smth.10/KW.12.5.36. Will you please let us have the 10" plates lined with "No.6" material as soon as possible. We are needing one or two of them urgently. Yours faithfully, FOR ROLLS-ROYCE…

scan0205 Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. concerning clutch issues on the Phantom III and 10 inch clutches.
View original record X110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.11/KW. 13th May,1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We do not seem to be yet out of trouble with…

scan0206 Letter from Borg & Beck confirming the dispatch of a special 13.5' driven plate for a Phantom III application.
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…

scan0207 Copy advice note from Borg & Beck Co., Ltd. for a despatched service gauge plate.
View original record FORM 15 BORG & BECK Co., LTD., SERVICE DEPT., TACHBROOK ROAD, LEAMINGTON SPA, WARWICKSHIRE. WORKS & SERVICE TACHBROOK ROAD, LEAMINGTON SPA WARWICKSHIRE TELEPHONE LEAMINGTON SPA 1550 / 1551 TELEGRAMS…

scan0208 Advice note from Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. for a special 13 1/2' driven plate.
View original record Form E4/B. BORG & BECK CO., LTD., Tachbrook Road, Leamington SPA, Warwickshire. TELEPHONE: 1550 1551 LEAMINGTON TELEGRAMS: BORGANBECK LEAMINGTON. DIRECTORS: E. B. BOUGHTON W. EMMOTT D. T. BROCK HJB/MH…

scan0209 Test of new Phantom III clutch driven plates with a modified U-slot design suggested by Borg & Beck.
View original record To Mx. c. to Sft/Sct. X1110 Hs/Smth.14/KW.15.5.36. Phantom III Clutches. We have arranged with Sft/Sct. to hand to you two Ph.III clutch driven plates which are standard except for having specially…

scan0210 The cause and resolution of 'jagger' issues in Bentley 25/30 HP clutches.
View original record To By. & Mx. X7110 Hs/Smth.6/KW.15.5.36. Jaggers on Bentley & 25/30 HP. Clutches. We have had one or two cases of jagger with Borg & Beck clutches on the Bentley, which have only been cured by…

scan0211 Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. regarding drawing corrections for 13 3/4' driven plates and ongoing tests.
View original record X110 Exptl. Dept. HS/Smth.12/KW. 15th May, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. Dear Sirs, We are sending you herewith a print of our drawing G.34624, showing the dimensions…

scan0212 The material choice for the Bentley & 25/30 HP clutch.
View original record X1110 To Roy. Hs/Smth.14/JH.15.5.36. Bentley & 25/30 HP. Clutch. Re Roy/Ms.10/P.13.5.36. We are not yet in a position to say whether we want "No.6" material on the next batch of clutches, byt hope to…

scan0213 The return of two faulty 10A3 Borg & Beck clutches for rectification.
View original record X1110 To D/BP. Hs/Smth.5/KW.15.5.36. Borg & Beck Clutches. Yesterday we took 2 faulty 10A3 clutches to specification BB.242 to Borg & Beck. We left the clutches with them, to be returned after…

scan0214 Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. concerning faults found in 10A3 and 11A3 clutches following a works visit.
View original record X1110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.4/KW. 15th May, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. Dear Sirs, Confirming our visit to your Works yesterday, and discussions with Mr. Armitage.…

scan0215 'run out' and crimping on 13½ inch driven clutch plates.
View original record -2- Hs/Smth.4/KW.15.5.36. (3) We discussed the question of "run out" and crimping on the 13½" driven plates, and pointed out that we have not yet had a production clutch which frees properly. You said…

scan0216 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. confirming arrangements for clutch manufacturing and testing.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. [Handwritten: X1110] BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON,…

scan0217 Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. regarding issues with the crimping and flatness of 13½' driven discs.
View original record X1110 Hs/Smth.12/KW. Exptl. Dept. 18th April, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Rd., Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We have been examining the last consignment of…

scan0218 Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. regarding cushioning and run-out of driven plates and the delivery of Ferodo linings.
View original record K110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.3/KW. 21st April, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Rd., Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, Confirming our visit to your Works yesterday, we…

scan0219 Sending a 10' Borg & Beck clutch plate for a Bentley to be relined with Ferodo material.
View original record To G/Mt. & Roy. c, to D/BP. X111D Hs/Smth.17/KW.21.4.36. Bentley Clutch. We are sending into the Stores one 10" Borg & Beck clutch driven plate. This should be sent to Messrs. Borg & Beck, Tachbrook…

scan0220 Despatch request for a 10' clutch driven plate to be sent to Borg & Beck Ltd. for re-lining.
View original record O/Mt. [struck through] c. to D/BP. [struck through] c. to Hs/Smth. X1110 ROY/MS.3/TS. 22nd Apl. 1936. Please despatch carriage paid to:- Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa,…

scan0221 Correspondence with supplier Borg & Beck Ltd. regarding relining a 10' clutch plate and requiring a modified 11A3 clutch.
View original record X1110 Exptl. Dept. HS/Smth.17/KW. 22nd April, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Rd., Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We despatched to you yesterday a 10" driven…

scan0222 Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding 13.5 inch driven plates and an order from Ferodo.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. L.P. Smith X1110 Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W.1.…

scan0223 Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding an order for Ferodo friction facings and a driven plate.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Le Smith X1100 Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I.…

scan0224 Correspondence with Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd. regarding an 11A3 clutch assembly and order details.
View original record X1110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.16/KW.24436. 24th April, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letters of the…

scan0225 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd confirming the despatch of materials related to Order No. 13733.
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…

scan0226 The despatch of a Ph.III clutch driven plate and linings to Borg & Beck for refacing.
View original record X1110 To Roy. c. to RHC. Hs/Smth.8/KW.27.4.36. Ph.III Clutch. We have sent into the Stores to-day for despatch to Borg & Beck - 1. 13½" Driven Plate. 1. Set of 13½" Linings in Ferodo No.6 material.…

scan0227 Letter to Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd. discussing the failure of a facing and comparing Hyco and Ferodo No.6 materials.
View original record X110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.7/KW. 28th April, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. Dear Sirs, We beg to confirm the visit which Mr. Armitage and the writer paid to Ferodo's…

scan0228 Request to order six 10' Bentley clutch driven plates from Borg & Beck.
View original record X1110 To Roy. Hs/Smth.2/KW.29.4.36. Bentley Clutch. Will you please order from Borg & Beck - Six 10" Clutch Driven Plates lined with Ferodo "No.6" material. Hs/Smth.

scan0229 Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. concerning clutch modifications, an order for driven plates, and issues with balance weights.
View original record X1110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.12/KW. 29th April, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We have received a letter from your Service…

scan0230 Suggestion by Mr. Armitage to modify a 13 1/2 inch plate and proposing an experimental test.
View original record -2- Hs/Smth.12/KW.29.4.36. We have been considering the suggestion made by Mr. Armitage that it would be easier to keep the facings flat on the 13½" plate if all the horse-shoe slots were on the inner…

scan0231 Failure of a clutch facing on a Phantom III and comparing different materials.
View original record X110 To E. c. to Wor. c. to By. Hs/Smth.1/KW.29.4.36. Phantom III Clutch. We have had a failure of a facing of American "Hyco" material mounted on a Ph.III driven plate. The facing tore across a line…

scan0232 Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding a visit, No.6 Facings, and instructions for rivet hole countersinking.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. X1110 Smith Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1.…

scan0233 Letter to Ferodo Limited detailing tensile strength test results for Ferodo and Raybestos materials.
View original record X 1910 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.20/KW. 30th April, 1936. J.N. Longley Esq., Messrs. Ferodo Limited, Chapel-en-le-Frith. Dear Mr. Longley, Thank you for returning the Raybestos disc which we left behind…

scan0234 Comparison of centrifugal stress on clutch materials 'Hyco' and 'No.6'.
View original record -2- Hs/Smth.20/KW.30.4.36. These figures confirm the theory that there is a weakest direction for "Hyco". We are pleased to see that the joint does not appear to cause a weakness in "No.6". The actual…

scan0235 Letter from a clutch manufacturer regarding orders and specifications for various driven plate assemblies.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. Your Ref...................... XE SMITH X1110 BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES.…

scan0236 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Limited regarding Ferodo No. 6 material and a particular plate.
View original record Messrs Rolls Royce Limited........ Continuation No. 1 with Ferodo No.6. material. We will advise you of the position of this particular Plate, at an early date. We are, Yours faithfully, BORG & BECK…

scan0237 Letter reporting the tensile strength test results of Ferodo and Raybestos material samples.
View original record X1110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.26/KW. 1st May, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We have to acknowledge with thanks your letter of…

scan0238 Letter discussing clutch material stress for 'Hyco' and 'No.6' and enquiring about cadmium plating on driven plate hubs.
View original record -2- These figures confirm the theory that there is a weakest direction for "Hyco". We are pleased to see that the joint does not appear to cause a weakness in "No.6". The actual centrifugal stress…

scan0239 Letter from a clutch manufacturer discussing test results on friction material and cadmium plating.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. LE SMITH BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS: Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA,…

scan0240 Continuation page of a letter from Borg & Beck Company Limited concerning excessive spline clearance.
View original record Continuation No. 1 Messrs Rolls Royce Ltd........... we feel that the doubt raised in your minds, in regard to excessive spline clearance is not likely to apply. Yours faithfully, BORG & BECK COMPANY…

scan0241 Two Phantom III clutch driven plates taken by Mr. Armitage of Borg & Beck for refacing.
View original record X/110 To Roy. c. to G/Mt. c. to D/BP. Hs/Smth.32/JH.5.5.36. Phantom III Clutch. Mr. Armitage of Borg & Beck took away with him this afternoon :- One "Compound Cushion" type 13¼" Driven Plate. One…

scan0242 Letter to Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd. regarding the quality of English-made Hyco compared to the American product.
View original record X1110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.23/KW. 5th May, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Rd., Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 4th inst.…

scan0243 Letter from Borg & Beck regarding the relining of two 13 1/2' diameter driven plates with Ferodo No.6 material.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. X1110 Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS:…

scan0244 Letter from Borg & Beck regarding modifications to 13½ inch driven clutch plates, referencing blueprint G.84624.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1530-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I. WORKS: Tachbrook…

scan0245 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding points discussed during a recent visit.
View original record Le 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. 1.…

scan0246 Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. requesting a replacement clutch for a competition car.
View original record X1110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.16/KW. 19th May, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, Confirming a point raised during a telephone…

scan0247 Letter from a clutch manufacturer confirming specifications for a Racing Car Clutch and the rebuilding of other clutches.
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. I. WORKS:…

scan0248 Jaggering clutch issue found on a Bentley Trials Coupé B-2-GA, its cause, and the corrective actions taken.
View original record 4110 TO MR. C. to E. C. to MX. HS/smth, 4/JH,19.5.36. Bentley Trials Coupé B-2-GA. The clutch on this car was jaggering badly, and on examination we found that due to incorrect assembly by the makers,…

scan0249 To Roy regarding correspondence with Borg & Beck.
View original record X 1110 To Roy. Hs/Smth, 2/JH, 21. 5. 36. Borg & Beck. Further to our conversation of this afternoon we send yerewith a copy of our letter to Borg & Beck. We also return their letter to you. Hs/Smth,

scan0250 Letter to Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. regarding the production and inspection of clutch plates.
View original record Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.1/JH. 21st May, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Co.. Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire. Dear Sirs, We have to acknowledge with thanks your letter of the 19th instant,…

scan0251 Letter from supplier Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. regarding the receipt of hubs and dispatch of clutch assemblies.
View original record COPY. Borg & Beck Co. Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire. Your ref. Roy/AW.26/IB. our ref. TS/AMS/LP. 19th May, 1936. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., DERBY. Dear Sirs, Re Orders Nos. 12414…

scan0252 Letter from clutch manufacturers Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. enclosing a Technical Data Book for reference.
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…

scan0253 Despatching a clutch cover assembly and driven plates for rectification.
View original record X1110 To Roy. c. to G/Mt. c. to D/BP. Hs/Smth.18/KW.21.5.36. We have to-day sent into the stores for despatch to Borg & Beck - 1. 10A3 type clutch cover assembly. 2. Special 13½" driven plates. Will…

scan0254 Letter to a supplier regarding the return of faulty clutch components for correction.
View original record X110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.19/KW. 21st May, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We are returning to you the two special 13½"…

scan0255 Letter from Borg & Beck regarding the production and testing of a 13 3/4' driven plate for the Phantom III application.
View original record X110 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:…

scan0256 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding clutch plate runout, cushioning, and judder issues.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. X 1110 Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA. 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS:…

scan0257 Message regarding a meeting with Borganbeck of Leamington Spa and a Ferodo representative.
View original record X1110 25.5.36. BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. CALLING WITH FERODO REPRESENTATIVE ELEVEN THIS MORNING+ SMITH, ROYCAR.

scan0258 Withdrawing instructions to send a Driven Plate and facings to Messrs. Borg & Beck.
View original record X1110 To Roy. c. to G/Mt. c. to D/BP. Hs/Smth.12/KW.26.5.36. Further to our Hs/Smth.1/KW.26.5.36, will you please note that the Driven Plate and facings are not now being sent to Messrs. Borg & Beck.…

scan0259 Letter to Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. confirming discussions on plate modifications and requesting an experimental version.
View original record + 110 Hs/Smth. 21/JH. 26th May, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Co.Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We wish to confirm yesterday's visit and…

scan0260 Sending a clutch plate and facings to Borg & Beck Ltd. for refacing.
View original record To Roy. c. to G/Mt. c. to D/BP. X1100 Hs/Smth.1/KW26.5.36. We are sending into the stores for despatch to Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Rd., Leamington Spa - 1. Driven Plate from a 10A3 type Clutch. 1…

scan0261 Letter from a clutch manufacturer requesting confirmation on an assembly against a drawing.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I. Your Ref................ X1120 Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD.…

scan0262 Order be placed with Borg & Beck for driven plates.
View original record To Roy. X110 Hs/Smth.9/KW.27.5.36. Borg & Beck. Will you please pass an order to Borg & Beck for - 2. 10" driven plates lined with Ferodo RAD-11 material. 1. 13 1/2" driven plate with 8 1/4" internal…

scan0263 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd discussing modifications to 13.5 inch clutch driven plates.
View original record 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. 1. WORKS:…

scan0264 Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. regarding an order for driven plates and a discussion on the riveting method.
View original record X 11D Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.26/KW. 27th May, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We have to-day passed you an order for two 10"…

scan0265 Letter to The Borg & Beck Company concerning issues with a sample clutch plate.
View original record X1110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.18/KW. 28th May, 1936. The Borg & Beck Company Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, Re 12" Long Plate. Replying to your letter…

scan0266 Letter from clutch manufacturers Borg & Beck regarding a previously despatched Technical Data Book.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. X110 BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS:…

scan0267 Letter from Borg & Beck regarding an order for 10' Driven Plates with Ferodo friction facings and discussing riveting methods.
View original record 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. WORKS:…

scan0268 Internal request to order a modified Borg & Beck 10A3 clutch for a Bentley.
View original record To Roy. XIID Hs/Smth.29/KW.28.5.36. Borg & Beck. Will you please order one 10A3 clutch to production specification, but with red thrust springs. We require this for Bentley. Hs/Smth.

scan0269 Correspondence from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding a long type compound cushion plate.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA. 1550-1. X110 BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS:…

scan0270 Request to manufacture parts for an experimental Borg & Beck clutch modification.
View original record X1110 To RHC. Hs/Smth.5/KW.29.5.36. Borg & Beck Clutch. Will you please make us a set of parts GB.2314/6 & GB.1509 (3 off each). These constitute an experimental arrangement of adjusting nuts for the…

scan0271 Letter to Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd acknowledging receipt of a Data Book and two letters.
View original record X110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.14/KW. 30th May, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Rd., Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, Replying to your letter of the 28th inst.,…

scan0272 Querying invoices from Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. for which no corresponding orders exist.
View original record Hs. Copy to Roy. [Handwritten] LE Smith How did these come to be ordered without covering note? Rm [Initial] R [Typed] G/Cam/CA.14/JM. 20.5.36 We have two invoices from Borg & Beck Co. Ltd., dated…

scan0273 Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. chasing up the return of two 10A3 clutches and enquiring about a 10' clutch.
View original record X1110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.4/KW. 3rd June, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. Your Ref: TS/AMS/MBL. Dear Sirs, Further to your letter of the 19th ult., advising us of the…

scan0274 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding issues with 13 1/2' Driven Plates and Ferodo facings.
View original record 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. 1. WORKS!…

scan0275 Continuation page of a letter from Borg & Beck Company Limited.
View original record Messrs Rolls Royce Ltd..... Continuation No. 1 Meantime assuring you of our best attention at all times. We are, Yours faithfully, BORG & BECK COMPANY LIMITED, H.T. Barker H. T. Barker. Enclosure…

scan0276 Covering order for goods already delivered from Borg & Beck.
View original record To Roy. c. to G/Cam. X1110 Hs/Smth.8/KW.4.6.36. G/Cam/CA.14/JM.30.5.36. Will you please pass a covering order to Borg & Beck for the following goods, which have already been delivered. The invoices…

scan0277 Letter to Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd. sending drawings for the clutch arrangements of the Bentley and 25/30 HP models.
View original record X1110 Hs/Smth.25/KW. Exptl. Dept. 4th June, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Rd., Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, Herewith our drawings GB.2099 and G.57170 as…

scan0278 Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding the rebuilding and dispatch of 2-10 A3 clutches and a 10' clutch.
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. I. WORKS: Tachbrook…

scan0279 Letter from Borg & Beck acknowledging blueprints for clutch arrangements on Bentley and 25/30 HP models.
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:…

scan0280 Request to send a confirmatory order to Borg & Beck for six unthreaded eyebolts for a 25/30 HP clutch.
View original record X1110 To Roy. Hs/Smth.5/KW.6.6.36. 25/30 HP. Clutch. Will you please send a confirmatory order to Borg & Beck, for - Six Eyebolts for the 11A3 type Clutch in S.32 material, but unthreaded. Hs/Smth.

scan0281 Letter to supplier Borg & Beck Ltd. regarding component specifications for facings and plates.
View original record X110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.4/KW. 6th June, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Rd., Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of yesterday's date…

scan0282 Letter from Borg & Beck Company confirming the supply of six 11' Eyebolts without charge.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. X1110 Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I. WORKS:…

scan0283 Sending Ph.III and 10' driven plates to Borg & Beck for rivetting and refacing.
View original record X1110 To Roy. c. to G/Mt. c. to D/BP. Hs/Smth.28/KW.8.6.36. Borg & Beck. We are sending into the stores for despatch to Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Rd., Leamington Spa :- 1. Ph.III Driven Plate. Will…

scan0284 Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. concerning bursting tests, the return of clutch plates for rectification, and an outstanding order.
View original record -X1110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.27/KW. 8th June, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Rd., Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We are about to do some bursting tests on the…

scan0285 Advice note from Borg & Beck Co., Ltd. regarding the despatch of goods.
View original record BORG & BECK CO., LTD., Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA, Warwickshire. TELEPHONE: 1550 LEAMINGTON. TELEGRAMS: BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON. DIRECTORS: E. B. BOUGHTON W. EMMOTT. D. T. BROCK. HJB/MH X110 To…

scan0286 Letter from a clutch manufacturer regarding production difficulties with 13 1/2 inch driven plates and the dispatch of samples.
View original record X111D 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:…

scan0287 Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding the supply and rectification of various clutch components.
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:…

scan0288 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd., manufacturers of clutches, confirming a meeting arrangement.
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…

scan0289 Cover note for a letter written to Borg & Beck regarding Phantom III clutch plates.
View original record X1110 To Roy. Hs/Smth.25/JH.10.6.36. Borg & Beck. Herewith a copy of a letter we have written to Borg & Beck in re Phantom III clutch plates. Hs/Smth.

scan0290 Production output delay for 'A' series chassis caused by a shortage of clutches from a supplier.
View original record e. Roy. c. Hs. c. E. c. BY LE Smith. X 1110 Have circulated your note Cm. Sft.2/MW.10.6.36. P.III. OUTPUT. As you are aware in accordance with the output chart we should complete and send to the Test…

scan0291 Letter to Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. regarding the quality of clutch plates and facings.
View original record Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth. 26/JH. 10th June, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Co.Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letters of…

scan0292 Copy advice note from Borg & Beck Co., Ltd. for returned rectified cover assemblies and driven plates.
View original record Form F. 6.B. X1110 BORG & BECK Co., LTD., SERVICE DEPT., TACHBROOK ROAD, LEAMINGTON SPA, WARWICKSHIRE. WORKS & SERVICE TACHBROOK ROAD, LEAMINGTON SPA WARWICKSHIRE TELEPHONE LEAMINGTON SPA { 1550 1551…

scan0293 Requesting a covering order for a clutch facing supplied by Borg & Beck.
View original record To Roy. X1110 Hs/Smth.4/KW.11.6.36. Will you please pass a covering order to Borg & Beck for - 1. 13 1/2" Clutch Facing in American "Hyco" material. This was delivered yesterday under Advice Note…

scan0294 Advice note from Borg & Beck Co., Ltd. for rectified driven plate assemblies.
View original record Form F. 6. B. X110 BORG & BECK Co., LTD., SERVICE DEPT., TACHBROOK ROAD, LEAMINGTON SPA, WARWICKSHIRE. WORKS & SERVICE TACHBROOK ROAD, LEAMINGTON SPA WARWICKSHIRE TELEPHONE LEAMINGTON SPA { 1550 /…

scan0295 Advice note from Borg & Beck Co., Ltd. for the dispatch of two 10' spring type driven plates.
View original record Form E4/B. BORG & BECK CO., LTD., Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA, Warwickshire. X1110 TELEPHONE: 1550 1551 LEAMINGTON. TELEGRAMS: BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON. DIRECTORS: E. B. BOUGHTON W. EMMOTT. D. T.…

scan0296 Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. proposing an experimental plate with extra rivets.
View original record X1110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.15/KW. 13th June, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, Regarding our conversation of yesterday, we…

scan0297 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding a suggested alternative scheme for 13½' driven plates.
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:…

scan0298 Irregularities in the thickness of Borg & Beck driven clutch plates.
View original record To Mx. c. to By. c. to Sft. c. to RHC. c.to Hd. XIII D Hs/Smth.10/KW.17.6.36. Bentley Borg & Beck. We find that there is considerable irregularity in the thickness of the facings on some of the 10"…

scan0299 Letter regarding the despatch of a special 13.5 inch driven plate ordered by Mr. F. Ll. Smith.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. X 1110 BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I. WORKS:…

scan0300 Return of four Phantom III Driven Plate clutch assemblies and a disputed defect.
View original record X110 Hs/Ll. Smith. c. Sft/JMW. c. Sft/Mr. Clay. c. Roy/JH. Roy/AW.15/IB. 17.6.36. You will recall that on the occasion of Mr. Armitage's visit to these Works last week a discussion arose concerning…

scan0301 Letter from Borg & Beck confirming the dispatch of driven plate assemblies for bursting tests for the Phantom III.
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:…

scan0302 The results of an examination of 16 Bentley Borg & Beck clutch plates.
View original record X1110 Hs/Smth. from Sft. Mx. [crossed out] By. [crossed out] RHC. [crossed out] Hd. [crossed out] Sft6/BH.19.6.36. BENTLEY BORG & BECK. With regard to your memo Hs/Smth16/KW. 17.6.36, we have…

scan0303 Order to be placed with Borg & Beck for a service gauge plate.
View original record To Roy. X1110 Hs/Smth. 2/JH. 20.6.36. Will you please pass an order to Borg & Beck for one service gauge plate for their 10" and 11" clutches. This is for use by the production fitters and we brought…

scan0304 Letter to Borg & Beck concerning unsatisfactory 10' clutches fitted to Bentley cars, detailing service issues and a proposed agreement.
View original record X110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.6/KW. 20th June, 1936. The Borg & Beck Co. Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Armitage. Dear Sirs, Confirming our discussion on the 10" Borg and…

scan0305 New specifications for friction discs and clutches for Bentley and 20/25 models.
View original record -2- Hs/Rm.6/KW.20.6.36. (1) That all friction discs supplied to us in the future should be held to a thickness variation of not more than .0025"; i.e., that the two faces of the material should be…

scan0306 Sending an incorrectly set 10A clutch to Borg & Beck for rectification.
View original record To Roy. c. to G/Mt. c. to D/BP. X 1110 Hs/Smth.11/KW.20.6.36. Borg & Beck. We took over to Borg & Beck yesterday one of our 10A) clutches of which the fingers are incorrectly set, and left it with…

scan0307 Quality control issues with 10-inch Borg & Beck clutch discs from a new supplier.
View original record X1110 To By. from Rm. Hs/Rm.8/KW.20.6.36. Borg & Beck Clutches. Attached is a copy of a letter to Borg and Beck's which is self-explanatory. The main point is that on the 11" clutch the discs are…

scan0308 Failure of clutch fabric on the Phantom III and subsequent experiments with new materials.
View original record X1110 To E. from Rm. c. to Sg. c. to Wor. c. to By. c. to MX. Hs/Rm.5/KW.22.6.36. Phantom III Clutches. Up to the failure of the clutch fabric on 34-EX the problem of Ph.III clutches was to get a…

scan0309 The development and whirling tests of Phantom III clutch friction facings.
View original record Hs/Smth.6/KW.22.6.36. Phantom III Clutch. During the development of the Ph.III clutch we have found rubber bonded friction facings to be the only ones to give us a reasonable smoth take up. The first…

scan0310 Test report on different plate designs, comparing vulcanised facings, riveting methods, and materials, with references to Ferodo and Borg & Beck.
View original record -2- Hs/Smth.6/KW.22.6.36. (4) Special plate of which the facings were vulcanised on to thin steel backing plates. Facings flew off backing plates at 4800 r.p.m. hot, due to poor adhesion. (5) Original…

scan0311 Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding production and supply issues with Eyebolts.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. X1110 Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. 1. WORKS:…

scan0312 Letter from Borg & Beck Company regarding tensile and bursting tests for a 13.5 inch English made 'HYCO' facing clutch disc.
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…

scan0313 Modifications to the Phantom III clutch to manage Ferodo dust accumulation.
View original record To E. c. to Da. c. to Hdy. XIID Hs/Smth.30/KW.23.6.36. Phantom III Clutch. We think that some provision should be made for getting rid of the Ferodo dust from the Ph.III clutch. We suggest milling 3…

scan0314 Request to order four service gauge plates for 10' and 11' clutches from Borg & Beck.
View original record To Roy. Y 1116 Hs/Smth.24/JH.23.6.36. Borg & Beck. Will you please order from Borg & Beck :- 4 Service gauge plates for the 10" and 11" clutches. These are for the Test Dept., and Service Stations.…

scan0315 Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. regarding clutch satisfaction and providing a list of suggested firms for further communication.
View original record X1110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.16/KW. 23rd June, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Armitage. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 22nd…

scan0316 Letter regarding a recent consignment of driven plates and clutches.
View original record -2- Hs/Smth.16/KW.23.6.36. We have enquired as to whether the irregular driven plates we mentioned on the 'phone belonged to the latest consignment or not, and find that they were delivered on June…

scan0317 Letter declining a request to machine Eye Bolts and suggesting alternative suppliers.
View original record Hs/Rm. from Sft. Sft1/BH.23.6.36. With reference to the request from Borg and Beck that we machine a number of Eye Bolts for them, I regret we are not in a position to undertake this work. Actually we…

scan0318 Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. discussing experiments on clutch plates and requesting new samples for testing.
View original record X1110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.6/KW. 25th June, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, From the experiments we have done up to date,…

scan0319 Order request to Borg & Beck for various specifications of driven plates.
View original record X11D To Roy. Hs/Smth.11/KW.25.6.36. Borg & Beck. Will you please pass an order to Borg and Beck for the following material :- 1. 10" Driven Plate faced with "No.6", .125" thick, with all inner rivets…

scan0320 The urgent dispatch of a Borg & Beck clutch to St. Pancras for a customer's car.
View original record cH110 To G/Mt. c. to D/BP. c. to G/Rb. Hs/Smth.37/JH. 26.6.36. We are sending into the stores for despatch by passenger train to St. Pancras, to be called for. 1 complete 1043 type Borg & Beck clutch.…

scan0321 Shortage of Borg & Beck clutches, suggesting an increased finger setting limit to prevent production delays.
View original record To Sft. c. to By. c. to Roy. X110 D Hs/Smth.12/KW.26.6.36. Borg & Beck Clutches. We understand that owing to the shortage of clutches of which the finger setting is within the specified .005", there…

scan0322 Letter from a clutch manufacturer discussing clutch facing materials and manufacturing feasibility for a Bentley chassis.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I. Your Ref... Hs/Smth.6/KW. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. WORKS: Tachbrook Road,…

scan0323 Laboratory report on clutch facing test pieces, detailing maximum stress results for English 'HYCOE' material.
View original record Hs/SMTH. & 1110 ple LABORATORY. 29.6.36. SEE YOUR REF:- Hs/SMTH.22/K.W.25.6.36. CLUTCH FACING TEST PIECES. English "HYCOE" MATERIAL. | MARKED. | WIDTH. | THICKNESS. | AREA. | MAXIMUM STRESS.…

scan0324 Request to inspect and replace a faulty clutch on car 33-EX due to squeaking and a smell of rubber.
View original record To WHC. X 1110 HS/Smth.14/JH. 30.6.36. 33-EX. The clutch on this car gives an excellent take up, but squeaks when hot and smells badly of rubber. We think that this may be due to the facings being of…

scan0325 Letter to Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. about clutch plates, confirming a request for two 10' plates with .125 facings.
View original record 4110 Exptl. Dept. HS/Smth.12/JH. 30th June, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Co. Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter…

scan0326 Letter from a clutch manufacturer confirming an order for two 10' driven plates with specific facings.
View original record 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. 1. WORKS:…

scan0327 Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. requesting clutch springs and detailing tensile strength test results for 'Hycoe' material.
View original record X110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.3/KW. 6th July, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, Further to our tests with "No.6" material on the…

scan0328 Letter comparing the strength of American 'Hycoe' material to English facings.
View original record -2- Hs/Smth.3/KW.6.7.36. Comparing these with the figures for American "Hycoe" given in our letter of May 1st, it would seem that the English material is stronger in some directions, but weaker in…

scan0329 Requesting an order to be placed with Borg & Beck for thrust springs for the 10A clutch.
View original record x 1110 To Roy. Hs/Smth.4/KW.6.7.36. Will you please pass an order to Borg & Beck for the following thrust springs for the 10A clutch :- 9 Black Springs - 160-170 lbs. 9 White Springs - 170-180 lbs.…

scan0330 Order be placed with Borg & Beck for driven plate assemblies and a special driven plate.
View original record CU/10 To Roy. Hs/Smth.l/JH. 6.7.36. Borg & Beck. Will you please pass an order to Borg & Beck for - 3 - 13¼" driven plate assemblies Specification BB.401 but less hub. 1 - 13¼" special driven plate to…

scan0331 Letter from Borg & Beck regarding tests on a Model 10.A3 Clutch and the supply of springs.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Handwritten: LE Smith Handwritten: X1110 Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE,…

scan0332 Discussion about Borg & Beck clutches.
View original record X140 To By. c.c. to Sft. c.c. to Mx. c.c. to Roy. Hs/Smth.15/KW.9.7.36. Borg & Beck Clutches. We had a long discussion with Borg & Beck's representatives yesterday about the Clutch situation, and the…

scan0333 Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. concerning issues with clutch settings and dimensions.
View original record X1110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.14/KW. 9th July, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. Dear Sirs, Further to the visit of your Messrs. Barker & Armitage to our Works yesterday, we…

scan0334 Letter discussing the measurement, materials, and tolerances for driven plates.
View original record -2- Hs/Smth.14/KW.9.7.36. Driven Plate Thickness. We found yesterday that although the clamps we use to compress the driven plates during measurement are apparently similar to yours, we usually find a…

scan0335 Requesting to book into works a delivery of black and white clutch thrust springs from Borg & Beck's.
View original record X1110 To G/Mt. c. to D/BP. Hs/Smth. 5/JH. 9.7.36. Will you please arrange to book into the Works :- 9 Black clutch thrust springs. 9 White " " " There were delivered by Borg & Beck's representative…

scan0336 Introduction of a ventilated Borg & Beck clutch for the Wraith model.
View original record To E. c. to Da. c. to Hdy. X1110 Hs/Smth.17/KW.10.7.36. Wraith Clutch. Whilst designing the Wraith we think we ought to take this opportunity of introducing the ventilated type of Borg & Beck clutch.…

scan0337 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd concerning the supply and specifications of clutch components.
View original record X1110 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,…

scan0338 Request to place an order with Borg & Beck for parts for the 10A) type clutch.
View original record To Roy. X1110 Hs/Smth.3/KW.13.7.36. Will you please pass an order to Borg & Beck for the following parts for the 10A) type clutch :- 6. Special driven discs lined with "No.6" material, with common…

scan0339 Depot sheet request detailing inspection methods for jaggering clutches on Bentley 4 1/4 litre and 25/30 HP models.
View original record X1110 To Hd. (FOR DEPOT SHEET). Hs/Smth.18/KW.13.7.36. Will you please issue a Depot Sheet regarding the method of inspection of Bentley 4 1/4 litre and 25/30 HP. clutches which are jaggering. The two…

scan0340 Transmission rattle when moving from rest and the proposed fitment of a propellor shaft damper.
View original record -2- Occasionally it may be found that while the clutch is free from shudder, there is a tendency for a rattle in the transmission to occur as the car moves off from rest. This will probably be…

scan0341 Order for 11A3 clutches from Borg & Beck.
View original record X1110 To Roy. Hs/Smth.14/KW.15.7.36. Will you please pass an order to Borg & Beck for – 2. 11A3 clutches fitted with 130 lbs. thrust springs and faced with "No.6" material, using the inner row of…

scan0342 Letter to The Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. regarding the successful testing of clutch parts and placing an urgent order for more.
View original record X110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.16/KW. 15th July, 1936. The Borg & Beck Co.Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We thank you for the thrust springs and the two…

scan0343 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. concerning the testing and production of special 11' clutches.
View original record 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. WORKS:…

scan0344 Cover memo for a letter sent to Borg & Beck concerning the Phantom III Clutch.
View original record To By. c. to Sft. c. to Mx. c. to Roy. X 1110 Hs/Smth.23/KW.17.7.36. Phantom III Clutch. We attach herewith copy of a letter we have sent to Borg & Beck, which is self-explanatory. Hs/Smth.

scan0345 Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. concerning loose balance weights on 13½ inch driven plates.
View original record Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.24/KW. 17th July, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. Dear Sirs, Balance Weights on 13½" Driven Plates. In your letter of April 30th, ref. TS/HTB/MBL.…

scan0346 Letter from a supplier concerning the production and high cost of 'Hyco' friction facing samples for a 10' clutch.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. X1110 Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I. WORKS:…

scan0347 Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding a complaint about balance weights on 13.5 inch driven plates.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. X1110 Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W.1. WORKS:…

scan0348 Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding a clutch for a 1935 Bentley 3.5-litre car.
View original record BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET, LONDON, W. I. WORKS: Tachbrook…

scan0349 The return and refitting of 36 Phantom III clutches and coordinating with supplier Borg and Beck.
View original record D/BF. c.C/Mt. c.Dr.L.L. Smith. c. Sft/JMW. X1110 LESCHH Roy/AW.1/HT.1.8.36. There are 36 Phantom lll. Clutches 11 of which are fitted with raybestos facings and 25 with ferodo facings .125 thick. The…

scan0350 Letter regarding car guarantee invalidation due to fitting non-standard parts.
View original record X1110 Hs/Smth.21/MA. 4th August, 1936. Messrs.Borg & Beck, Co.Ltd., Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA. Your reference TS/AMS/LP. Dear Sirs, Re The Central Motor Institute & Engineering, Co.Ltd. IN reply…

scan0351 Letter to Messrs. Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. chasing a delivery of clutch discs, facings and springs.
View original record x 1110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.3/JH. 4th July, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Co.Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, We are anxiously awaiting delivery of the…

scan0352 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd regarding the application of one of their clutches to a 1935 Model 3½ Litre Bentley.
View original record X110 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:…

scan0353 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding a supply delay for clutches due to incorrectly drilled friction facings.
View original record Telegrams BORGANBECK, LEAMINGTON SPA. Telephone LEAMINGTON SPA 1550-1. Handwritten: L C SMITH X1110 BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. Registered Office BROCK HOUSE, LANGHAM STREET,…

scan0354 Letter to Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. concerning clutch facing failures discovered during endurance testing and a request for replacements.
View original record + 1110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.14/JH. 7th August, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Co.Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire. For the attention of Mr. Harker. Dear Sirs, Referring to our visit to…

scan0355 Letter regarding arrangements with Ferodo for facing plates with different materials.
View original record -2- Hs/Smth.14/JH. 7. 8. 36. We have made the necessary arrangements with Ferodo. Will you please face 3 plates with "No.6" and 3 with S.6424 instead of all with "No.6". Yours faithfully, FOR…

scan0356 To 'Roy' altering a previous order for 10' driven discs from supplier Borg & Beck.
View original record X11D To Roy. Hs/Smth.6/JH.10.8.36. Borg & Beck. Re Hs/Smth.3/KW.13.7.36. In the above memo. we asked you to order 6 10" driven discs lined with "No.6" material, with the common inner rivets. These…

scan0357 Letter to Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding the riveting of three 10' clutch discs with S.6424 material.
View original record X 1110 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.5/JH. 10th August, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Company Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, Further to our letter of the 7th…

scan0358 Letter from Borg & Beck regarding trials and replacement of Ferodo No.6 clutch friction facings.
View original record 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. 1. WORKS:…

scan0359 Letter from a clutch manufacturer regarding modifications to 10-inch driven plate assemblies and special 11-inch clutches.
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:…

scan0360 Specification document for clutch thrust springs.
View original record 1110 CLUTCH THRUST SPRINGS. Gauge 8 SWG. .160 Inside dia. (Parallel) .805 Tot. Coils 8 1/2 Free coils 7 Grind 3/4 coil each end Make 9 with free length 2.880 " 9 " " " " 2.660 F. Ll. Smith.

scan0361 Order for a service gauge plate from Borg & Beck, Ltd.
View original record X1110 Roy. From Hs/Smth. Hs/Smth.6/MA.14.8.36. Will you please order from Messrs.Borg & Beck, Ltd., :- 1 Service Gauge plate suitable for 10" and 11" clutches. Hs/Smth.

scan0362 Communication with Mr. Oubridge of Brico Co. regarding an Eaton's clutch and brake mechanism design.
View original record Hs/Rm. C. E. X111D BY.4/G.14.8.36. We have communicated with Mr. Oubridge of the Brico Co. informing him that we are interested in the clutch and brake mechanism (Eaton's design), and he has replied…

scan0363 Table of results for Borg and Beck clutch spring deflection tests for 10' and 11' discs.
View original record 1110 BORG AND BECK CLUTCH TESTS SPRING DEFLECTION TESTS. RAD OF MEASURING ARM 3.000" | | DIA OF DISCS 10" | DIA OF DISCS 11" | | TORQUE LB-FT | DEFLECTIONS-INS- | DEFLECTIONS-INS- | | | DISC No 4 |…

scan0364 The return of an incorrectly sent 7¼' clutch service gauge plate and requesting the correct items.
View original record 8110 To Roy. c. to G/Mt. Hs/Smth.3/JH.21.8.36. We are sending into the stores for return to Borg & Beck Ltd., 1 Service gauge plate suitable for a 7¼" clutch. This has been sent in error following our…

scan0365 Order to be placed with Borg & Beck Ltd. for thrust springs for a 10A6 type clutch.
View original record To Roy. X1110 Hs/Smth.15/KW.21.8.36. Will you please pass an order to Borg & Beck Ltd., for - 24. Thrust Springs for the 10A6 type of clutch, coloured cream (125-135 lbs. loading). Hs/Smth.

scan0366 Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. concerning issues with 10A and Phantom III clutch springs and facings.
View original record Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.14/KW. 21st August, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Rd., Leamington Spa. For the attention of Mr. Barker. Dear Sirs, When we use your black or white thrust springs in…

scan0367 Letter from Borg & Beck regarding clutch spring issues and the supply of special clutches and parts for the Phantom III.
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:…

scan0368 Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. concerning development and selection of a clutch plate for the Phantom III.
View original record X110D Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.3/JH. 26th August, 1936. Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd., Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa. Dear Sirs, Re:Phantom III Clutch. Further to our letter of the 21st instant, and our…

scan0369 Letter from Borg & Beck regarding a complaint and subsequent check on a 10.A3 clutch assembly.
View original record 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.1. WORKS:…

scan0370 Letter from clutch manufacturers Borg & Beck regarding development of a 13.5' plate for the Phantom III.
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:…

scan0371 Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding the availability of 'Hyco' friction facings for trial on a Bentley model.
View original record MOTOR EXHIBITION CARS & BOATS OCT 15-24 OLYMPIA OUR STAND No. 299 GALLERY Ld SMITH BORG & BECK COMPANY LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF CLUTCHES. WORKS: Tachbrook Road, LEAMINGTON SPA, Warwickshire. Telephone…

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