Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | On Wraith design data, discussing a questionnaire from Buick, timing chains, and piston testing. | ||
| View original record | To E. c. to Wor. c. to By. 44229 1125 Hs/Rm.19/KW.25.1.35. Wraith Design Data. Attached is a copy of a questionnaire which we sent to Mr. Chayne, the Assistant Chief Engineer of the Buick Motor Co.,… | ||
| scan0002 | Letter to Buick asking for technical information on their Series 40 model. | ||
| View original record | COPY. HS/Rm. S/KW. 26th November, 1935. C. Chayne Esq., The Buick Motor Car Co., Flint, Michigan, U.S.A. Dear Mr. Chayne, We are just about to take delivery of our Series 40 Buick, and I wonder… | ||
| scan0003 | Letter asking for information regarding flap valves and flywheel flutter. | ||
| View original record | -2- (7) Do you have any trouble with the flap valves in your exhaust pipes for by-passing heat to the hot spot ? What material do you use for this valve and what is the material of the spindle ? (8)… | ||
| scan0004 | Letter from General Motors Export Company regarding an enquiry made to the Buick Motor Car Company. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y General Motors Export Company, General Motors Building, Broadway at 57th Street, New York. January 4, 1935. Mr. W.A. Robotham, Rolls-Royce Limited, Derby, England. Re Hs/Rm 8/KW. Dear Mr.… | ||
| scan0005 | Technical summary of engine component issues and developments, including timing chains, carburetters, and pistons. | ||
| View original record | (1) December 12, 1934. (1) We are quite satisfied with our timing chain picture as it now stands with regard to both noise and life. Considerable difficulty was experienced with the make of chain… | ||
| scan0006 | Letter from a Chief Engineer at Buick Motor Company detailing experiences with engine components. | ||
| View original record | (2) Dec. 12, 1934. (6) a. Several years ago we did considerable work on the prevention of exhaust valve sticking, and we found that by copper plating the valve stems (to prevent scoring when new) and… | ||
| scan0007 | Blueprint for a Valve - Exhaust Manifold. | ||
| View original record | VALVE - EXHAUST MANIFOLD SECTION AA SECTION BB 20° 1/2 1 3/4 3/8 R .372 .377 1/16 R R 1/16 3/16 3/16 R A B 5/8 1/8 13/16 13/16 R 1 1/16 R .062 STOCK BUICK # 81705 OR # 82035 ANNEALED & PICKLED.… | ||
| scan0008 | Graph plotting suction in inches of H₂O against RPM, comparing a Marvel and a Stromberg carburetor for a 1934 Series 8-40 engine. | ||
| View original record | 1934 SERIES 8-40 ENGINE. ---MARVEL CARBURETOR FLOW NO.34 ---STROMBERG CARBURETOR FLOW NO.18 SUCTION - INCHES OF H₂O R.P.M. IN HUNDREDS | ||
| scan0009 | Graph comparing engine torque for cast versus machined combustion chambers, corrected to 103°F. | ||
| View original record | G.M.C. CORRECTION TO 103 °F CAST COMBUSTION CHAMBERS MACHINED COMBUSTION CHAMBERS ENGINE TORQUE FT. LBS. TORQUE REVOLUTIONS PER MINUTE Left Y-Axis: 250, 240, 230, 220, 210, 200, 190, 180, 170, 160,… | ||
| scan0010 | Table of steel specifications from the Buick Motor Company. | ||
| View original record | PAGE NO. 2 NO. PAGES 2 BUICK MOTOR COMPANY STEEL SPECIFICATIONS 1/24/34. SPEC. NO. | CARBON | MANGANESE | MAX. PHOS. | MAX. SULFUR | SILICON | NICKEL | CHROMIUM | MOLY --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |… | ||
| scan0011 | Blueprint for the assembly of an exhaust manifold valve shaft. | ||
| View original record | RIVET OVER SECURELY. 1286386 ASSEMBLY. 1286387 ASSEMBLY - EXHAUST MANIFOLD VALVE SHAFT. ROLLS-ROYCE, LTD. PRINT ROOM 18 JAN 1935 DERBY. | ||
| scan0012 | Blueprint for an exhaust manifold valve shaft with detailed dimensions and material specifications. | ||
| View original record | SHAFT - EXHAUST MANIFOLD VALVE., .030, .040, 23/32, 5/64 DRILL, 7/64, 90°, GRIND, .370, .371, 4 7/8, 9/64, .125, .130, .250, .252, 1/32 x 45° CHAMFER., RELATION OF SLOT AND FLATS MUST BE HELD.,… | ||
| scan0013 | Blueprint for a bushing for an exhaust manifold valve shaft. | ||
| View original record | BUSHING - EXHAUST MANIFOLD VALVE SHAFT. MUST BE SMOOTH FINISH. 1/32 .376 .377 45° 1/4 .479 .480 GRIND. BUICK SPEC. X - 81705 BRINELL HARDNESS 170 TO 195 ON BAR STOCK. ROLLS-ROYCE, LTD PRINT ROOM 18… | ||
| scan0014 | Blueprint for the assembly of an exhaust manifold valve body. | ||
| View original record | ASSEMBLY - EXHAUST MANIFOLD VALVE BODY., SECTION A A., 13/16, .376 PLUG GAUGE MUST PASS THROUGH BUSHINGS AFTER STAKING., STAKE IN 6 PLACES ON THIS SURFACE TO RETAIN BOTH BUSHINGS., 1286038, 1283869,… | ||
| scan0015 | Assembly drawing for an exhaust manifold valve and body. | ||
| View original record | SLOT IN SHAFT TO BE IN THIS POSITION WITH VALVE AGAINST STOP & COUNTERWEIGHT IN POSITION SHOWN. ARC WELD VALVE TO SHAFT SECURELY IN RELATION TO SLOT AS SHOWN. USE CARBON ROD. LUBRICATE BUSHINGS WITH A… | ||
| scan0016 | Letter to H. Holton of Le Baron Detroit Co. enclosing a blueprint of a Bentley 4-door Sports Saloon for design ideas. | ||
| View original record | MSd Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.11/KW. 8th May, 1934. H. Holton, Esq., Le Baron Detroit Co., Meldrum Avenue, Detroit, Michigan, U.S.A. Dear Mr. Holton, Here is a Blue Print of a Bentley 4-door Sports Saloon.… | ||
| scan0017 | List of requested design features and modifications for the Phantom and Bentley models. | ||
| View original record | To E. x4703 Hs/Rm.10/KW.29.5.34. We have a number of features on which we know exactly what we want if we could get somebody to draw for us. In most cases we have actually made a mock-up of the parts… | ||
| scan0018 | List of vehicle design features and components with handwritten annotations and checkmarks. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Rm.10/KW.29.5.34. (5) Cantilever pedals on the lines of the Terraplane. ✓ (6) Front springs shackled at the rear. (7) Carburetter controls cantilevered off the crankcase. ✓ (8) Boxed frame… | ||
| scan0019 | Proposing the use of automatic controls for chassis engines to simplify driving. | ||
| View original record | Rm 4703 To Sg. and Wor. from E. E.H/HP.16.6.34. c. Hs. By. By/NW. Hs/Wst. R/PSN. re Chassis Engines - Automatic Controls. We have been lately giving some attention to schemes for making the car more… | ||
| scan0020 | Discussion of various schemes for automatic throttle stop and mixture control systems. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - a limited number of drivers and are being washed out by improvements in the transmission mechanism. We have a number of schemes for dealing with the throttle stop control which we believe are… | ||
| scan0021 | Page discussing a proposed engine control scheme combining suction control with the speed governor for ignition. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - lever on the supposition that the scheme outlined can be brought to fruition we think the ignition lever should be washed out at the same time. We cannot however yet see our way clearly through… | ||
| scan0022 | Summary of a discussion on potential Bentley design improvements, including Halford tappets and rubber engine mounting. | ||
| View original record | To E. X 4703 Hs/Rm.16/KW.2.7.34. Bentley Design Work. Confirming the talk round the Bentley between Hs., E. Lid. and Rm., the following is a summary of the points raised :- (1) Features which could… | ||
| scan0023 | Immediate and experimental vehicle developments, including headlamp, exhaust, and engine improvements. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Rm.16/KW.2.7.34. (c) Head lamp and wing movement. There is no doubt that a second dropped cross member between the lamp pillars reduces this trouble by 50%. As it does not appear to be a very… | ||
| scan0024 | List of experiments and improvements regarding supercharging, system silence, and clutch engagement. | ||
| View original record | -3- Hs/Rm.16/KW. 2. 7. 34. (4) Supercharging experiments. (5) Increased silence of intake, fan and exhaust system. (6) Improved clutch engagement. Hs/Rm. | ||
| scan0025 | Letter from LeBaron Detroit Company regarding a blueprint and a new design for a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | USA LeBaron LEBARON DETROIT COMPANY 3100 MELDRUM AVENUE DETROIT July 11, 1934 W. A. Robotham, Esq. Rolls-Royce Ltd. Derby, England Dear Mr. Robotham: Just received your May 8th, letter and blueprint.… | ||
| scan0026 | Letter from LeBaron Detroit Company with design suggestions for the new Bentley, emphasizing speed over luxury. | ||
| View original record | LeBaron LEBARON DETROIT COMPANY 3100 MELDRUM AVENUE DETROIT August 31, 1934 Mr. W.A. Robotham Rolls-Royce Ltd. Derby, England Dear Mr. Robotham, Enclosed, some suggestions for the new Bentley.… | ||
| scan0027 | Correspondence to Le Baron Detroit Company regarding a Bentley drawing and the influence of the Chrysler Airflow on aerodynamic design. | ||
| View original record | Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.8/KW. 14th September,1934. Mr. Hal. Holton, Le Baron Detroit Company, 3100 Meldrum Avenue, Detroit, Michigan, U.S.A. Dear Mr. Holton, Thank you for the drawing of the Bentley. The… | ||
| scan0028 | Gentleman's design ideas for the appearance of a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | X4703 To E. Hs/Rm.7/KW.14.9.34. Appearance of Bentley. When I was in Detroit I met a gentleman who was very keen on scheming out a Bentley of original appearance. He has now sent me his effort, which… | ||
| scan0029 | Front end appearance and styling of cars, referencing American trends and specific models like the Packard and Phantom II. | ||
| View original record | x6703 Rem To Sg. and Wor. from E. c. Hs. Hy. BPr. E.1/HP.22.10.34. re Appearance. On the score of front end appearance nearly all makers showing at Olympia have followed the American trend, with the… | ||
| scan0030 | Design information memo detailing results from a 15,000-mile test on a new Bentley, focusing on steering and suspension. | ||
| View original record | x4703 To E. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm.10/KW.13.5.35. Design Information from 5-B-IV. So far we seem to have obtained the following information from the 15,000 miles test at present running :- (1) Contrary to… | ||
| scan0031 | Engine smoothness, the petrol tank, and exhaust system failures. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Rm.10/KW.13.5.35. (4) Engine Smoothness. As we stiffen the crankshaft we are definitely finding that we need a larger crankshaft damper. We think we need about 50% more inertia, and the radius… | ||
| scan0032 | Report of work dealt with by the Drawing Office for the 20/25 HP. Chassis. | ||
| View original record | X1125 Eg. Mor. E. DA Hs. RHC. BY.12/G.12.6.35. CHASSIS - REPORT OF WORK DEALT WITH IN D.O. (BY'S. DEPT.) 20/25 HP. CHASSIS. LeC. 4401 Fixing of Stay for Inter. Pipe ............ Recd. 7.3.35. Detail… | ||
| scan0033 | Status report on various engineering schemes and drawing completions for the 20/25 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - BY.12/G.12.6.35. 20/25 HP. CHASSIS. N. Sch. 4429 Side Steering & Shock Damper Geometry with 3.62 x 14 and 3.62 x 17 Rims ........ Recd. 29.3.35. Detail drawings not required. N. Sch. 4430… | ||
| scan0034 | Progress report on various chassis components and modifications for 20/25 HP and 3.5 Litre Bentley models. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - BY.12/G.12.6.35. 20/25 HP. CHASSIS. N.Sch.4486 J.3.850 Hypoid for 20/25 using existing gears.Recd. 9.3.35. Detail drawings completed and issued ........ 16.5.35. N.Sch.4490 Oil Drain for Front… | ||
| scan0035 | List of engineering changes and drawing statuses for the 3 1/4 Litre Bentley Chassis. | ||
| View original record | - 4 - BY.12/G.12.6.35. 3 1/4 LITRE BENTLEY CHASSIS. N.Sch.4349 Water Excluding Screen for Front Brakes. Recd. 1.2.35. N.Sch.4363 Water Excluding Screen for Front Brakes. Recd. 6.2.35. Superseded by… | ||
| scan0036 | List of modifications and schemes with their completion dates for the 3½ Litre Bentley Chassis. | ||
| View original record | - 5 - BY.12/G.12.6.35. 3½ LITRE BENTLEY CHASSIS. LeC.4457 Top Water Connection for use with Flexible Engine Mounting ................ Recd. 11.4.35. LeC.4458 Bottom Water Pipe for use with flexible… | ||
| scan0037 | List of scheme modifications for the 3½ Litre Bentley Chassis and Spectre 12-Cylinder Engine. | ||
| View original record | - 6 - 3½ LITRE BENTLEY CHASSIS. N. Sch. 4435 11" B & B Clutch & Operation. Lengthened Crankshaft ......... Recd. 30.3.35. Detail drawings completed and issued ................. 24.4.35. N. Sch. 4440… | ||
| scan0038 | List of specifications and modifications for the Spectre 12-Cylinder Engine. | ||
| View original record | - 7 - BY.12/G.12.6.35. SPECTRE 12-CYL. ENGINE. ----------------------- LeC. 4346 Additional Body Bracket ..................... Recd. 13.2.35. Detail drawings not required. LeC. 4358 31-EX. only.… | ||
| scan0039 | List of modifications and completed drawings related to the Spectre 12-Cylinder engine. | ||
| View original record | - 8 - SPECTRE 12-CYL. ENGINE. LeC. 4386 Modfn. to Oil Temperature Regulator ............ Recd. 4.3.35. Detail drawings completed and issued ............ 27.3.35. N. Sch. 4380 Modified Front Brake… | ||
| scan0040 | List of modifications and drawing statuses for the Spectre 12-Cylinder Engine and related components. | ||
| View original record | - 9 - HY.12/G.12.6.35. SPECTRE 12-CYL. ENGINE. N.Sch.4397 Modified Front Axle Control ......... Recd. 4.3.35. Detail drawings completed and issued ........ 16.3.35. LeC.4224 Air Inlet Scoop for… | ||
| scan0041 | Status report on engineering drawings for the Spectre 12-cylinder engine and associated components. | ||
| View original record | - 10 - BY.12/J.12.6.35. SPECTRE 12-CYL. ENGINE. -------------------------- LeC. 4408 Exhaust Manifold .500 Lower ................. Recd. 11.3.35. Detail drawings completed and issued ............… | ||
| scan0042 | List of drawing schedules and their status for the Spectre 12-Cylinder engine. | ||
| View original record | - 11 - SPECTRE 12-CYL. ENGINE. N.Sch.4401 Side Steering ......................... Recd. 14.3.35. Detail drawings completed and issued ........ 19.3.35. N.Sch.4402 Stiffened Idler Lever - Front Brakes… | ||
| scan0043 | List of engineering modifications and parts for the Spectre 12-Cylinder engine. | ||
| View original record | - 12 - BY.12/G.12.6.35. SPECTRE 12-CYL. ENGINE. --- N. Sch. 4436 Water Excluders Front Brakes with Bentley Type Adjusters ................. Recd. 2.4.35. Detail drawings completed and issued ........… | ||
| scan0044 | Log of design modifications and new components for the Spectre 12-Cylinder Engine. | ||
| View original record | - 13 - SPECTRE 12-CYL. ENGINE. N. Sch. 4478 I.F.W.S. raised 1.000"....................... Recd. 2.5.35. Detail drawings completed and issued ........ 31.5.35. N. Sch. 4480 Experimental Oil Feed to 3rd… | ||
| scan0045 | Log of design modifications and scheme details for the Spectre 12-Cylinder Engine and Wraith Chassis. | ||
| View original record | - 14 - BY.12/G.12.6.35. SPECTRE 12-CYL. ENGINE. ----------------------- N.Sch.4499 Spectre. Jack Pad & Stabilizer (Modifies N.Sch.4485) Temporary Scheme. Recd. 23.5.35. Detail drawings completed and… | ||
| scan0046 | Status list of completed and issued detail drawings for the Wraith chassis. | ||
| View original record | - 15 - BY.12/G.12.6.35. WRAITH CHASSIS. Lec.4260 Slipper Flywheel and Fan Pulley ............. Recd.18.12.34. Detail drawings completed and issued ................ 25.5.35. Lec.4264 Cross Water… | ||
| scan0047 | Status report on drawing completions and modifications for various chassis and engines. | ||
| View original record | - 16 - EY.12/G.12.6.35. WRAITH CHASSIS. LeC.4328 Oil Trough for Idler Gear .............. Recd. 31.1.35. Detail drawings completed and issued ........ 2.4.35. LeC.4332 Oil Relief Valves & Pressure… | ||
| scan0048 | Modification to the Cutout Unit on all chassis to reduce voltage drop. | ||
| View original record | - 17 - BY.12/G.12.6.35. ALL CHASSIS. ----------- RR.Sch.845 Mod'n. to Cutout Unit. (To reduce Volts drop etc.) Detail drawings completed and issued......... 15.4.35. BY. | ||
| scan0049 | Drawing Office report on the status of work in hand for the 3 1/2 Litre Bentley Chassis and the Spectre 12-Cylinder Engine. | ||
| View original record | X1125 Ds. Mr. Da. Hs. RHC. BY.13/G.12.6.35. CHASSIS - REPORT OF WORK IN HAND IN D.O. (BY(S DEPT). 3 1/2 LITRE BENTLEY CHASSIS. N. Sch. 4476 Water Excluder..................... Recd. 1.5.35. Detail… | ||
| scan0050 | List of engineering modifications and arrangements for the Spectre 12-Cyl. Engine and Wraith Chassis. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - BY.13/G.12.6.35. SPECTRE 12-CYL. ENGINE. N. Sch. 4483 Modfn. to Foot Brake Bell Crank Lever to increase clearance with road springs ................. Recd.10.5.35. Detail drawings will be put in… | ||
| scan0051 | List of engineering changes and drawing statuses for the Wraith Chassis. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - BY.13/G.12.6.35. WRAITH CHASSIS. LeC. 4333 Oil Pump & Dynamo Drive & Front Distributor .... Recd. 31.1.35. Detail drawings will be put in hand as soon as possible. LeC. 4334 Water Pump & Dynamo… | ||
| scan0052 | Status report on detail drawings for Wraith, Spectre, and Universal S/C Test Chassis Engine components. | ||
| View original record | - 4 - BY.13/G.12.6.35. WRAITH CHASSIS. M.Sch.4330 Rear Hub, Axle Tube & Shaft .............Recd. 29.3.35. Detail drawings will be put in hand as soon as possible. SPECTRE AND WRAITH CHASSIS.… | ||
| scan0053 | Lack of cohesion within the Experimental Department and a request for co-operation. | ||
| View original record | HPS. from Rm. 1125 Rm8/R.23.1.37. EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT & DESIGN INFORMATION. This seems to be another case where, at the moment, the Experimental Dept. are failing to act as a unit. Les. informs me… | ||
| scan0054 | Secret memo urging progress on experimental work for 'Forced Fit Knurled Assemblies' which is conditional for the Wraith design. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. 1125. Please report progress Rm. DES Rm. HPS. } from E. E.2/HP.28.1.37. Forced Fit Knurled Assemblies. We should be glad if you could urge the experimental work being done in connection with… | ||
| scan0055 | List of proposed design work, research, and major modifications for the Phantom III, Bentley, and Wraith models. | ||
| View original record | 1125' 11.2.37. DESIGN WORK NEEDED FOR WHICH SUFFICIENT EXPERIMENTAL DATA IS AVAILABLE AND WHICH CAN BE BROUGHT IN WITHOUT A MAJOR TEAR-UP OF THE CHASSIS. Phantom III. Less costly radiator… | ||
| scan0056 | Cost breakdown for laboratory equipment and installations for car component test rigs. | ||
| View original record | Laboratory Equipment - for Car component test rigs Proportion of Overhead Charges. 1/3 342 Motors. 420 Rigs. 420 Installations 40 Electrical Installations 112 Miscellaneous Rigs (1/3) 100 10% for… | ||
| scan0057 | Comparative table of engine specifications for various American cars. | ||
| View original record | CAR | INLET THROAT DIA. | DIST. BET. VALVE THROATS | EXHAUST THROAT DIA. | MIN. DISTANCE BETWEEN BORES | VALVE CENTRES TO CYL. BORE | OVER ALL LENGTH OF CYL. BLOCK | BIG END DIA. & WIDTH. 8 BUICK… | ||
| scan0058 | Two alternative designs to reduce the height of a steam valve tower to improve driving visibility. | ||
| View original record | 1125 W/S. To G. from E. c. Sg. RD/ID. F/EV. c. H.M./Lu/Std. E.1/HP.26.5.37. Driving Visibility. Further to E.2/HP.21.5.37 we regret that the blueprints were not sent with this memo as they were not… | ||
| scan0059 | Driving visibility issues caused by radiator mascots and potential design solutions for the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | W/S. C to Rm To C. from E. c. Sg. Rm/FD. E/EV. E.2/HP.21.5.37. Driving Visibility. In connection with the above subject, and our minute in the Coachwork conference reported in E.1/HP.21.5.37 it should… | ||
| scan0060 | Highlighting design issues with the steering box and S.U. carburetter. | ||
| View original record | E. from Rm/Gry. 1/30-v Rm/Gry14/R.7.6.37. While at K. last week KC. drew our attention to a few points needing design investigation, and not mentioned in his memo to you. They are:- (1) It is… | ||
| scan0061 | Modification to connecting rods and the need for a standardisation sheet before production implementation. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Rm. c. RHC. c. E. c. Ey. 120 1125- Rm14/R.9.6.37. Modification to Production Parts. We understand that the panel milling of the connecting rods has recently been altered on production from… | ||
| scan0062 | List of proposed design work for Phantom III, Bentley, and Wraith models, categorized by complexity. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten text] Gry- Have given this list to Trs as example of design work that can be carried on with 1125 [Initialed] Rm [Word 'successfully' handwritten over typed text below] [Typed text]… | ||
| scan0063 | List of new or unstandardised designs instructed for experimental use during 1936. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten header:] 1120 P H T H 'E' Dept 11th. February 1937. [Handwritten notes in left margin:] [Signature] George { when you have then Log Below is a list of LeC's or new designs not yet… | ||
| scan0064 | List of modifications and schemes for various vehicle components, with associated dates and reference codes from 1936. | ||
| View original record | (2) Scheme E.88525 - Tappet Oil Filter in Brass and thicker material to avoid failure where flange joins body. BY/CS6/EH.9.11.36. X LeC.4549 - Steady Bracket for Ignition Control Shaft. ST)… | ||
| scan0065 | Request to urge the detailing of hydraulic tappets for the B.60 and an improved exhaust valve for the Wraith & B.V. engine. | ||
| View original record | 1125 Da. from Rm. c. By/CS. Rm5/R.19.4.39. Will you please urge detailing of:- (1) Hydraulic tappets for B.60. (2) Improved exhaust valve for Wraith & B.V. engine. Rm. | ||
| scan0066 | Design department report on the work in progress for various chassis, listed in order of urgency. | ||
| View original record | 1125 BY. c. Rm. DA.1/G.22.4.39. DESIGN DEPARTMENT WORK. Following is a report of the work in progress or awaiting attention in the Design Office, dealing with the various chassis under construction or… | ||
| scan0067 | Job list from page 2 detailing tasks, their completion status, and the responsible section leaders. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - DA.1/G.22.4.39. JOB. REMARKS. SECTION LEADER B.V. Hand Brake Pawl Operation. } Oil Seal on Servo shaft in own housing. } Flat centre plate for Flexible Flywheel. } TWD. Lead in for assembly on… | ||
| scan0068 | Job list detailing modifications and parts for the Silver Ripple I and Wraith III models, with assigned section leaders. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - JOB. REMARKS. SECTION LEADER. SILVER RIPPLE I. Radiator. } Bonnet Strips. Ev. Elbow for air intake. } Engine controls to suit Wraith system with B.V. steering column. } Top and Bottom Water… | ||
| scan0069 | Job list detailing tasks and their status for the Bentley Corniche, Silver Wraith, and Silver Dawn models. | ||
| View original record | - 4 - DA.1/G.22.4.39. JOB. REMARKS. SECTION LEADER. BENTLEY - CORNICHE. Radiator, Duralumin Yoke etc. } JDev Exhaust system with cutout. } Mc.S. SILVER WRAITH. [s]Rear axle, semi-floating with 10"… | ||
| scan0070 | Job list allocating tasks for the Bentley Cresta and Wraith 80 models to various section leaders. | ||
| View original record | - 5 - JOB. REMARKS. SECTION LEADER. BENTLEY - CRESTA. Radiator. Headlamps, Horns, Wing Stays and Fog Lamp. Front Bumper and Bracket. Rear Bumper and Bracket. Front Apron. Ev. Bonnet and Valance Strip.… | ||
| scan0071 | Project status document detailing jobs and section leaders for the Silver Ripple II, Bentley Comet, and Phantom III models. | ||
| View original record | - 6 - DA.1/G.22.4.39. JOB. REMARKS. SECTION LEADER. SILVER RIPPLE II. Frame. Light gauge, modified cross to suit single propeller shaft, exhaust under cross etc. Ev. Front suspension, new spring and… | ||
| scan0072 | Progress report on the Bentley II, L.H. 8 Cylinder car, noting the chassis layout is partly done and questioning the engine and frame. | ||
| View original record | - 7 - DA.1/G.22.4.39. JOB. REMARKS. SECTION LEADER BENTLEY II. L.H. 8 CYLINDER CAR. Layout of chassis partly done. All resulting design work. What engine ? What frame ? | ||
| scan0073 | List of general work and rationalisation tasks applicable to several chassis models. | ||
| View original record | - 8 - The following work is of a general character, that is applicable to several chassis :- JOB. REMARKS. SECTION LEADER. Bijur system with other than foot control. } Tecalemit automatic lubrication… | ||
| scan0074 | Progress report listing engineering jobs, their status, and the responsible section leader. | ||
| View original record | The work on which we are actually engaged at the moment is as follows :- - 9 - DA.1/G.22.4.39. JOB. | REMARKS. | SECTION LEADER. Set screws in crown gear. Oil seal on worm shaft. | (handwritten)… | ||
| scan0075 | Work allocation document listing jobs and the section leaders assigned to them. | ||
| View original record | - 10 - DA.1/G.22.4.39. JOB. REMARKS. SECTION LEADER. Cresta radiator. Allen. Overdrive gearbox. Hdy. Wraith damper and spring drive B.60. Mitchell B.60 and B.80 crankshaft, solid pins and journal,… | ||
| scan0076 | Outlining the stoppage of work on the 'Corniche' exhaust system to prioritize other design details. | ||
| View original record | 1125 BY. [Struck out] c. Rm. DESIGN WORK. In accordance with conversation yesterday, we have stopped work on the 'Corniche' exhaust system (cutout was the outstanding item) in Mc.Stay's Department,… | ||
| scan0077 | Outlining the outstanding work and progress on the Rationalised Programme for various chassis and engine designs. | ||
| View original record | BY. [Strikethrough] c. Rm. 1125 DA.1/G.16.6.39. DESIGN WORK - RATIONALISED PROGRAMME. Following up DA.1/G.22.4.39. attached is a list of the outstanding work on the Rationalised programme at this… | ||
| scan0078 | List of outstanding work for various vehicle models including the Silver Ripplet, Silver Wraith, and Silver Dawn. | ||
| View original record | OUTSTANDING WORK - 15.6.39. DA.1/G.16.6.39. SILVER RIPPLET I. Radiator Shell and Grille. Water Inlet and Outlet. Air Silencer. Bonnet. Bonnet Rest Plate and Angles. Wings, wing stays, Horns and… | ||
| scan0079 | List of design and development points for various car models including the Silver Dawn, Phantom, Wraith, and Corniche. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - SILVER DAWN 80. As 'Cresta' and Silver Phantom. SILVER PHANTOM. Large Battery. 8 CYL. L.H. CHASSIS. Exhaust System. Side steering tube. Steering Column. Pedals. Controls. Clutch Pit and Starter… | ||
| scan0080 | List of components and features for various car models. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - CORNICHE II. Top and Bottom Water Connections. Controls. Front engine suspension (depending on engine front). RAISED Fan. COMET. Petrol Supply System. Carburetter drain etc. Air Intake and… | ||
| scan0081 | Work list detailing outstanding tasks for various car models during a staff absence. | ||
| View original record | Rm 1125 To Da... from Da/Ev. c.c. Da/JD. c.c. Ev/DB. Da/Ev.31/N.14.7.39. WORK LIST. ----------- Below I have set out a list of work which is outstanding in this section, as I shall be away for ten… | ||
| scan0082 | Progress update on the Corniche, Silver Wraith, and Junior Rationalised car programmes. | ||
| View original record | -2- Da/Ev.31/N.14.7.39 Cont'd. Corniche. (Da/JD) Larger petrol tank at Rm's request to suit Continental conditions. Silver Wraith. (Mr.Birkinshaw) Headlamps, wingstays, and horns. Mr.Birkinshaw has… | ||
| scan0083 | Prioritizing the development of a rationalised gearbox for an 8-cylinder Bentley to compete with Lagonda. | ||
| View original record | 11025 By. from Rm. c. By/NS. Rm15/R.5.8.39. PRIORITY OF WORK. We consider that the most important job at the moment is the rationalised gearbox strengthened to cope with the 8-cylinder engine. The… | ||
| scan0084 | Outlining urgent design priorities for engines, gearboxes, and body specifications for various models. | ||
| View original record | 1125 By. from Rm. Rm6/R.11.8.39. DESIGN URGENCY. We believe that the two outstanding urgent items at present are:- (1) The detailing of the 3.5-litre 6-cyl. high-power engine. (2) The Rationalised… | ||
| scan0085 | Introducing a new process for issuing fortnightly statements on chassis design work. | ||
| View original record | SECRET 1125 To A.M. from Ev. Copy for B.I / C.M.J.S. Chassis Design In order that you may be informed of the work done by this department and also work in progress, we propose to send you, once each… | ||
| scan0086 | Progress report from October 1939 detailing a list of completed schemes. | ||
| View original record | PROGRESS REPORT - OCT. 7th/39 SCHEMES COMPLETED Sheet 1 Ev. 4/11.10.39. DRG. No. TITLE USED ON REMARKS P.L.1. WATER PUMP MOUNTING 4 Cyl. 2.8LT SINGLE BELT, HIGH ENGINE MOUNTING P.L.3 DASH CONTOUR… | ||
| scan0087 | Progress report detailing completed schemes with associated drawings, specifications, and usage. | ||
| View original record | PROGRESS REPORT - OCT. 7th/39 SCHEMES COMPLETED Ev.4/11.10.39. Sheet 2 DRG. No. TITLE USED ON REMARKS P. L.16 HILLMAN MINX, PISTON Minx COPY DRAWING AND RINGS P.L.17 CONNECTING ROD ASSEMBLY. Minx COPY… | ||
| scan0088 | Progress report on work in hand, listing projects, their associated models, and completion status. | ||
| View original record | PROGRESS REPORT WORK IN HAND DRG. No. TITLE USED ON REMARKS P.D.501 CROSS STEERING LAYOUT Myth ALMOST COMPLETE P.D.502 SIDE ELEVATION FRONT OF CAR Myth ALMOST COMPLETE P.D.512 PLAN OF FRONT END OF… | ||
| scan0089 | Progress report on chassis design and the four-cylinder 2.8-litre engine. | ||
| View original record | 1125 Ev. 2/21. 10. 39. To. Rm. c. Rm/Grys. RE CHASSIS DESIGN Attached is a report on the progress of chassis design for the fortnight ending 21st Octr. 1939. The four cylinder engine designs-… | ||
| scan0090 | Progress report from October 1939 detailing completed schemes and their associated drawings. | ||
| View original record | SHEET 1. PROGRESS REPORT 21st Octr. 1939. SCHEMES COMPLETED. Ev.1/21.10.39. Drawing No. | Title | Used on | Remarks. --- | --- | --- | --- P.L. 12 (2sheets) | Side bonnet rest strip on Radiator. |… | ||
| scan0091 | Progress report sheet detailing the status of various drawing office jobs. | ||
| View original record | SHEET 2. PROGRESS REPORT 21st Octr. 1939. WORK IN HAND Ev.1/21. 10. 39. Drawing No. Title Used On. Remarks P.D. 501 Cross Steering Layout Myth Almost complete P.D. 502 Side Elevation of Car Myth… | ||
| scan0092 | Progress report on chassis design for the fortnight ending 4th November 1939. | ||
| View original record | Rm 1125 To. Rm c. Rm/Grys Ev.2/6.11. 39 RECHASSIS DESIGN Attached herewith is a report on the progress of chassis design for the fortnight ending 4th Novr: 1939. The designs for the 2.8 litre engine… | ||
| scan0093 | Progress report from November 1939, detailing work completed on various drawings and specifications. | ||
| View original record | SHEET 1. PROGRESS REPORT 6th Novr: 1939 WORK COMPLETED Ev.2/6.11.39 Drawing No. | Title | Used On | Remarks PL. 38 | Clutch Operation | L.H.Phantom | Abandoned PL. 31 | Steering Column Gear Change |… | ||
| scan0094 | Progress report on work in hand, detailing drawing numbers, titles, associated models, and their completion status. | ||
| View original record | SHEET E. PROGRESS REPORT 6TH NOVR:1939 WORK IN HAND Drawing No Title Used on Remarks PD. 501 Cross Steering Layout Myth Almost Complete PD. 502 Side Elevation of Car Myth Almost Complete PD. 512 Plan… | ||
| scan0095 | Cover sheet for a fortnightly report on the progress of chassis design. | ||
| View original record | 1125 TO. Rm c. Rm/Grys Evl/20th Novr 1939 RE CHASSIS DESIGN Attached herewith is a report on the progress of chassis design for the fortnight ending 20th Novr 1939. | ||
| scan0096 | Progress report detailing completed work items with their corresponding project or model names. | ||
| View original record | PROGRESS REPORT 20th Novr: 1939 WORK COMPLETED PD. 501 Cross Steering Layout Myth PD. 502 Side Elevation of Car Myth PD. 512 Plan of Front End of Frame Myth PL. 39 Radiator Mounting Rippletto PL. 40… | ||
| scan0097 | Progress report detailing the status of various automotive components and designs. | ||
| View original record | PROGRESS REPORT 20th Novr: 1939 WORK IN HAND PD. 515 Lower Triangle Lever & Torque Arm Myth Almost complete PL. 2 Front Pan Myth Almost complete Steering Tube Ball Joints Myth 90% complete Steering… | ||
| scan0098 | List of schemes drawn at Park Ley's but not detailed. | ||
| View original record | 1125 20/11/39. LIST OF SCHEMES DRAWN AT PARK LEY'S BUT NOT DETAILED PL. 1. Water Pump Mounting 4 Cylr 2.8 Litre PL. 2. Front Pan Myth 1 3/4 Litre PL. 3. Dashboard Contour & Bonnet Eye Ripplet PL. 4.… | ||
| scan0099 | List of schemes drawn at Derby (pre-war) but not detailed. | ||
| View original record | LIST OF SCHEMES DRAWN AT DERBY (PRE-WAR) BUT NOT DETAILED PD. 437 Radiator Silver Ripple PD. 442 Oil Operated Clutch Servo 6-B-1V PD. 452 Cam Angles for pieces to PD 443 B.V. PD. 454 Oil Servo Clutch… | ||
| scan0100 | Cover note for a fortnightly report on rechassis design progress, noting delays due to structural work and staff relocation. | ||
| View original record | SECRET 1125 TO. Rm. c. Rm/Grys Ev.1/4.12.39 RECHASSIS DESIGN Attached is the fortnightly report on the progress of chassis design and detail work. We regret that the rate of progress may have been… | ||
| scan0101 | Progress report from December 1939 detailing the completion status of various engineering projects. | ||
| View original record | PROGRESS REPORT 4th Decr: 1939 WORK COMPLETED PL. 48 Camshaft Lubrication Myth PL. 51 Cylinder Head and Valve Gear Myth PL. 52 ¼ Scale Minx Gearbox and Split Prop: Shaft Rippletto PL. 53 ¼ Scale Minx… | ||
| scan0102 | Progress report listing the completion status of various 'Work in Hand' and 'Detail Section' projects. | ||
| View original record | PROGRESS REPORT 4th Decr; 1939 WORK IN HAND PD. 515 Lower Triangle Lever & Torque Arm Myth Almost complete PL. 2 Front Pan Myth Almost complete Steering Ball Joints Myth 90% complete Steering Column &… | ||
| scan0103 | Cover letter for a progress report stating that work on 'Myth' designs is being paused. | ||
| View original record | 112S SECRET TO. Rm. c. Rm/Grys Ev.1/ 18. 12. 39 RE-PROGRESS REPORT Attached is the progress report for fortnight ending 18th Decr: 1939. It will be noticed that we are putting aside all Myth… | ||
| scan0104 | Progress report from December 1939 detailing the completion status of various automotive components. | ||
| View original record | PROGRESS REPORT 18th Decr: 1939 Sheet. 1 WORK COMPLETED PD. 515. Lower Triangle Lever & Torque Arm. Myth Put aside PL. 2. Front Pan. Myth Put aside Steering Ball Joints Myth Put aside Steering Column… | ||
| scan0105 | Progress report detailing completed work on various engine and transmission components. | ||
| View original record | Sheet. 2. PROGRESS REPORT 18th Decr: 1939. WORK COMPLETED DETAIL SECTION PL. 55 Revised Top & 3rd Synchromesh B. V. Box Complete B.40 Cylinder Head. ) B.40 Crankcase & Sump, & Crankshaft. ) B. 40… | ||
| scan0106 | Progress report detailing the status of work in hand for the design section and detail projects. | ||
| View original record | PROGRESS REPORT 18th Decr: 1939. WORK IN HAND DESIGN SECTION PL. 35. Scale Layout of Car - Rippletto. - 80% Complete Engine Controls. - L.H.Silver Phan: - 80% " Accelerater Pedal. - L.H.Silver Phan: -… | ||
| scan0107 | Progress report on the design work for the Left Hand Silver Phantom, which is noted as being ahead of schedule. | ||
| View original record | SECRET 1125 TO. Rm. c. Rm/FJH c. Rm/Cts Ev.1 / 2. 1. 1940 RE PROGRESS REPORT Attached is the progress report for the fortnight ending 1st Jany: 1940. The design work on Left Hand Silver Phantom is… | ||
| scan0108 | Progress report listing completed design work for various automotive components. | ||
| View original record | PROGRESS REPORT 1st Jany: 1940 WORK COMPLETED DESIGN PL. 31 Steering Column Gear Controls (2 sheets) PL. 73 Actuation & Gearbox. Column Gear Control } L.H. Silver Phantom. PL. 77 Gear Control on… | ||
| scan0109 | Progress report detailing the status of various design and detail projects. | ||
| View original record | PROGRESS REPORT 1st Jany: 1940 WORK IN HAND DESIGN PL. 31 1/4 Scale Layout of Rippletto Rippletto In Hand PL. 75 Steering Column Box & Support L.H. Silver Phantom. 90 % complete PL. 87 Engine Controls… | ||
| scan0110 | Secret memorandum outlining the re-programmed order of detailing work for various vehicle components. | ||
| View original record | TO Ev/AH. from Ev. SECRET. 1201 112S EV1/11.1.40. Copy to Em. Rm/FJH. RE PROGRAMME OF WORK. Rm/CEB. HK We would like to outline in detail the order of importance of the detailing which has to be… | ||
| scan0111 | Fortnightly progress report, explaining reduced output due to illness and extreme weather. | ||
| View original record | 1125 TO Rm. from EV. EV2/17.1.40. RE FORTNIGHTLY PROGRESS REPORT. Attached is the fortnightly Progress Report. In future Mr.Hunt of the Detail Section will issue a similar report to synchronise with… | ||
| scan0112 | Progress report detailing completed design work on various vehicle components and gearbox revisions. | ||
| View original record | PROGRESS REPORT. Ev2/17.1.40. JANUARY 15TH. 1940. WORK COMPLETED. DESIGN. P.L.75. Steering Box & Support L.H.Silver Phantom. P.L.87. Engine Controls. 2 Sheets. L.H.Silver Phantom. Marine Engine… | ||
| scan0113 | Progress report detailing the status of various design and detail works in hand. | ||
| View original record | PROGRESS REPORT. Ev2/17.1.40. JANUARY 15TH. 1940. WORK IN HAND. DESIGN. PL.31. ¼Scale Layout Rippletto. in hand. Foot Brake Linkage. L.H.S.Phan. 80% comp. Junior Gearbox. Junior Range. in hand.… | ||
| scan0114 | Progress report for the Clan/EXP project detailing the completion status of various components. | ||
| View original record | 1125 TO. Rm Ev/HH. 18. 1.40. Clan/EXP. PROGRESS REPORT CLAN/EXP. PL. 65 Revised Senior Gearbox Completed ready for checking. PL. 90 Adaption of Humber Damper to B. 60 Engine. Complete. B. 40. Engine… | ||
| scan0115 | Outlining a new procedure for instructing and recording experimental units and prototype modifications. | ||
| View original record | 1125 To Ev. c. to Ev/HH. c. to HPS/RH. Rm.8/JH.23.1.40. INSTRUCTION OF EXPERIMENTAL UNITS. At regular intervals we are instructing the new Proto-type of chassis. In the future we hope that these… | ||
| scan0116 | Cover letter for a fortnightly progress report on the designs of Ripplet and Left Hand Silver Phantom. | ||
| View original record | FJH. To Rm, from Ev. SECRET. 1125 Ev2/30.1.40. c. to Rm/FJH. Rm/Gts. Ev/HH. RE FORTNIGHTLY PROGRESS REPORT Attached is the fortnightly Progress Report. The designs of Ripplet and Left Hand Silver… | ||
| scan0117 | Progress report detailing completed design work on various vehicle components. | ||
| View original record | PROGRESS REPORT. Ev2/30.1.40. JANUARY 29TH. 1940. WORK COMPLETED. DESIGN. PL.95. Steering Pendulum Lever, 6.950ins. long-- Senior Range. PL.96. Aluminium Alloy Torque Arm. Front Susp.-- Senior Range.… | ||
| scan0118 | Progress report detailing the completion status of various engineering projects. | ||
| View original record | PROGRESS REPORT. Ev2/30.1.40. WORK IN PROGRESS. PL.100. Front Floorboards. Left Hand Cars----Senior Range-- 95%. PL.102. Pedal Gap Plate. Left Hand Cars----Senior Range-- 10%. PL.104. Lucas Dynamo on… | ||
| scan0119 | Secret fortnightly progress report on the design of the Ripplet and Left Hand Silver Phantom frames. | ||
| View original record | Rm To Rm. from Ev. SECRET. Ev2/30.1.40. c. to Rm/FJH. Rm/Ots. Ev/HH. RE FORTNIGHTLY PROGRESS REPORT Attached is the fortnightly Progress Report. The designs of Ripplet and Left Hand Silver Phantom… | ||
| scan0120 | Progress report detailing completed design work on various vehicle components. | ||
| View original record | PROGRESS REPORT. Ev2/30.1.40. JANUARY 29TH. 1940. WORK COMPLETED. DESIGN. PL.95. Steering Pendulum Lever, 6.050ins. long-- Senior Range. PL.96. Aluminium Alloy Torque Arm. Front Susp.- Senior Range.… | ||
| scan0121 | Progress report detailing the completion status of various engineering projects and parts. | ||
| View original record | PROGRESS REPORT. WORK IN PROGRESS. PL.100. Front Floorboards. Left Hand Cars----Senior Range-- 95%. PL.102. Pedal Gap Plate. Left Hand Cars----Senior Range-- 10%. PL.104. Lucas Dynamo on B.60.… | ||
| scan0122 | List of five engineering tasks related to engine components and designs. | ||
| View original record | 1. Drawing of P.L. 91. cylinder head on joint sheet (3 1/2 bore) 2. Commonised sheet for rationalised engines. 3. Explain to Ev. the difference between rationalised and un-rationalised parts. Rms/JH.… | ||
| scan0123 | List of work assignments for individuals within the design section, proposed during a visit. | ||
| View original record | 1125 To Rm from Ev. Ev.3/jh.8.2.40 WORK FOR DESIGN SECTION. Below we give a list of work for the design section as proposed during your visit on Wednesday evening Feb. 7th. Jnr. Projects on Marine… | ||
| scan0124 | Outlining the programme of work and detailing priorities for engine, gearbox, and chassis components. | ||
| View original record | TO Ev/HH. from Ev. SECRET 1125 EV1/11.1.40. Copy to Rm. Rm/FJH. Rm/Cts. RE PROGRAMME OF WORK. We would like to outline in detail the order of importance of the detailing which has to be carried out,… | ||
| scan0125 | From Rm to Ev outlining design simplifications for the Rationalised chassis of the Left Hand car. | ||
| View original record | 1125 To Ev. from Rm. Rm.6/MH.6.2.40. Now that the designs of the Left Hand car are nearing completion, there are one or two simplifications to the Rationalised chassis which we were thinking of before… | ||
| scan0126 | Cover memo for a fortnightly progress report from the design office. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. 1125 To Rm. from Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Rm/GTS. c. to Ev/HH. Ev.9/JH.12.2.40. re Fortnightly Progress Report. Attached is the Fortnightly progress report of the Design Office. All details… | ||
| scan0127 | Progress report detailing completed design work on various car components. | ||
| View original record | Ev.9/JH.12.2.40. Progress Report February 12th.1940. Work completed. Design. PL.100 Front floorboards - L.H. Senior Range. PL.104 Lucas Dynamo on B.60 engine - Senior range. PL.107 Gordon Armstrong… | ||
| scan0128 | Progress report on design and detail work for various car projects and components. | ||
| View original record | Ev.9/JH.12.2.40. Progress Report. February 12th, 1940. Work in Hand. Design. PL.31. ¼ scale layout of Rippletto car, revised. Rippletto 60% Comp PL.102 Pedal Gap Plate L.H. Senior Range 20% Comp.… | ||
| scan0129 | Progress report detailing completed work for the 'Ripplet' project for the week ending 24th February 1940. | ||
| View original record | RM C.EV 1125 PROGRESS REPORT File WEEK ENDING 24th February 1940. WORK COMPLETED RIPPLET Sec:5000 Crankcase & Bearings LOP. In print " 5010 Crankshaft & Damper LOP's Issued 7. 2. 40 " 5030 Connecting… | ||
| scan0130 | Status report on parts for the 'Ripplet' model, listing items that have been issued and items that are work in hand. | ||
| View original record | Contd: RIPPLET Sec: 7100 Pedals Issued 9. 2. 40 " 7120 Dashboard & Fitts: Issued 22. 2. 40 " 7141 Oil Pump on Dash Issued 15. 2. 40 " 7166 Front Stabiliser Issued 22. 2. 40 " 7430 Side Spare Wheel… | ||
| scan0131 | Status report for the Silver Phantom Left Hand project, categorised by work completed, in hand and outstanding. | ||
| View original record | WORK COMPLETED SILVER PHANTOM LEFT HAND PL. 38 Clutch Actuation Clutch Casing Preliminary issue PL. 43 Side Change Mech: 95% Complete PL. 71 Pedals 95% Complete PL. 82 Downtake & Inter: Epes 95%… | ||
| scan0132 | Status report on the detailing of engine components up to the test bed stage. | ||
| View original record | WORK COMPLETED B. 40 Sec: 5000 Crankcase & Bearings Issued 22. 2. 40 " 5010 Crankshaft In Print " 5030 Connecting Rod Issued 28. 2. 40 " 5040 Piston ( Rm/CTS ) " 5050 Cylinder Head Issued 22. 2. 40 "… | ||
| scan0133 | Cover letter for an overdue Fortnightly Progress Report from the Design Office. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. 1125 To Rm. from Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Rm/CTS. c. to Ev/HH. Ev.5/JH.8.3.40. re Fortnightly Progress Report. Attached is the fortnightly progress report of the Design Office. This is for… | ||
| scan0134 | Progress report listing completed designs and details. | ||
| View original record | Ev.5/JH.8.3.40. PROGRESS REPORT - Feb. 26th. 1940. Designs Completed. Design. PL.102. Pedal Gap Plate. - Senior Range PL.115. Lucas dynamo - B.80. - Senior Range PL.116 Lucas dynamo - B.40. Senior… | ||
| scan0135 | Progress report detailing the status of various 'Work in Hand' projects. | ||
| View original record | Ev.5/JH.8.3.40. Progress Report Feb. 26th. 1940. Work in Hand. PL.131. H. Reverse gear - (Copy drawing) - Marine - in hand Data sheet of petrol tanks - Senior Range " " PL.136 E.80 Marine unit with… | ||
| scan0136 | Cover sheet for a fortnightly progress report from the Design Office. | ||
| View original record | 1125 SECRET. To Rm. from Ev. c. to Rm/PJH. c. to Rm/CTS. c. to Ev/HH. Ev.7/JH.12.3.40. re Fortnightly Progress Report. Attached is the Fortnightly progress report of the Design Office. [Signature] Ev. | ||
| scan0137 | Progress report detailing the status of various engineering projects and their completion percentages. | ||
| View original record | Ev.7/JH.12.3.40. Progress Report March 11th. 1940. Work in Hand. PL.136 - Marine Unit ¼ scale installation drg. - Marine - 50% PL.148 - Revision to self sealing bearings to axle shaft PL.142. - Senior… | ||
| scan0138 | Progress report detailing work completed on various car and marine parts. | ||
| View original record | Ev.7/JH.12.3.40. Progress Report March 11th. 1940. Work Completed. PL.131 - H. Reverse Gear (copy drawing) - Marine. PL.137 - Marine Unit 1/16 scale installation drg. - Marine. PL.138.- Table of body… | ||
| scan0139 | Progress report for the fortnight ending 9th March 1940. | ||
| View original record | 1125 To Rm. ~~s to Ev~~ Ev/HH.10/JH.13.3.40. Progress Report. 9.3.40. Herewith progress report for Fortnight ending [Signature: Rm] Ev/HH. Nole | ||
| scan0140 | Progress report detailing miscellaneous work in hand on engine and chassis components. | ||
| View original record | Progress report Cont'd, Miscellaneous - Work in hand. Layout of 8 cyl. engine in chassis to determine belt clearances. Balance weight for wheels. Existing B.60 camshaft modified for latest oiling. Oil… | ||
| scan0141 | Progress report listing various work-in-hand items and their completion status. | ||
| View original record | Progress Report Cont'd. Work in Hand. PL.107 Gordon Armstrong shock damper. PL.145 " " rebound strap. PL.117 Hand brake linkages PL.100 Floor board (Centre) 85% complete. PL.88 Dashboard 75% complete.… | ||
| scan0142 | Work completion status list for L.H. Phantom parts. | ||
| View original record | EV/HH.9/JH.13.3.40. Work Completed - L.H. Phantom. PL.102. Pedal gap plate. Completed - Not issued. PL.116. Lucas dynamo B.40. Completed - Issued 7.2.40 PL.120 Revised steering box mounting L.H.… | ||
| scan0143 | Cover letter for a design office progress report, explaining the report covers a three-week period due to the Easter holiday. | ||
| View original record | 1125 To. Rm. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Rm/GTS. c. to Ev/HH. Ev.6/JH.2.4.40. re Fortnightly Progress Report. Attached is the progress report for the design office, We have made the report to cover 3 weeks on… | ||
| scan0144 | Progress report listing completed work items across various vehicle and engine programmes. | ||
| View original record | Ev.6/JH.2.4.40. Progress Report. Work Completed. PL.139 Picture of Rationalised chassis programme. all cars. PL140 Spare wheel mounted in luggage boot lid of standard B.V. B.V. body. PL.141 Modif. to… | ||
| scan0145 | Progress report from April 1940 detailing the status of various engineering projects. | ||
| View original record | Ev.6/JH.2.4.40. Progress Report April 1st. 1940. Work in Hand. PL.159 Dynamo and Salt water pump Marine 90% Bell Housing and sump Marine in hand. Parsons Reverse gear casing Marine in hand. Oil cooler… | ||
| scan0146 | Cover sheet for a progress report for a three-week period. | ||
| View original record | File 1125 To. Rm. c.c. Ev. Rm/HH.1./ 10. 4. 40. PROGRESS REPORT Herewith progress report for 3 weeks ending 30. 3. 40. Rm/HH. [Signature] | ||
| scan0147 | Progress report for the three weeks ending 30th March 1940, detailing completed work on various components. | ||
| View original record | PROGRESS REPORT Week ending 30. 3. 40. The following report is for 3 weeks to coincide with the design department. WORK COMPLETED PL. 86 Controls PL. 67 Side Steering Tube PL. 117 Hand Brake Linkages… | ||
| scan0148 | Status report on various engineering projects, detailing work in hand and work outstanding. | ||
| View original record | WORK IN HAND PL. 107 Gordon Armstrong Shock Damper } 95% Complete PL. 145 Gordon Armstrong Shock Damper } 8 Cylinder C. I. Crankcase 3 1/2 Bore 40% Complete 8 Cylinder Alum.Crankcase modifications… | ||
| scan0149 | General list of outstanding designs and development work for various car models. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. 112 Ev2/17.4.40. To Rm. from Ev. Copy to Rm/HH. (HH is struck through) GENERAL LIST OF DESIGNS OUTSTANDING. We give below a list of designs which are now outstanding and which represent… | ||
| scan0150 | Project status update list for Senior and Junior Range vehicles, with handwritten notes and annotations. | ||
| View original record | (2) Ev2/17.4.40. cont. (18) STEERING COLUMN GEARCHANGE SENIOR RANGE" Cheapen. (19) PROJECT OF DE DION REAR AXLE. after (a). below. (20) MARINE PROGRAMME. See separate report. (21) BUMPERS, ALL CARS… | ||
| scan0151 | Cover letter for a delayed Design Office Progress Report from April 15th, 1940. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. To Rm. from Ev. Copy to Rm/FJH. Rm/Cts. Rm/HH. RE PROGRESS REPORT. APRIL 15TH. 1940. We attach herewith the Progress Report for the Design Office, for April 15th, 1940. We regret the rather… | ||
| scan0152 | Progress report from April 15th, 1940, listing completed work items and their associated projects. | ||
| View original record | EV1/21.4.40. PROGRESS REPORT. APRIL 15TH. 1940. WORK COMPLETED. PL.163. Exhaust System, Single. (3 sheets) Senior Range PL.165. Reynolds Chain Drive for Camshaft. B.60. PL.166. Widney Top Bonnet… | ||
| scan0153 | Progress report detailing the status of various projects and work in hand. | ||
| View original record | EV1/21.4.40. PROGRESS REPORT. APRIL 15TH. 1940. WORK IN HAND. PL.159. Dynamo and Salt Water Pump. Marine. 98%. PL.167. Buick Type Front Pivots. Senior Range 95%. PL.174. Throttle Controls. 2. S.U.… | ||
| scan0154 | Cover memo for a progress report, explaining the delay in its circulation was due to illness. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. 112os EV1/21.4.40. To Rm. from Ev. Copy to Rm/FJH. Rm/Cts. Rm/HH. RE PROGRESS REPORT. APRIL 15TH. 1940. We attach herewith the Progress Report for the Design Office, for April 15th. 1940. We… | ||
| scan0155 | Progress report listing completed work items with their associated project numbers and model ranges. | ||
| View original record | EV1/21.4.40. PROGRESS REPORT. APRIL 15TH. 1940. WORK COMPLETED. PL.163. Exhaust System, Single. (3 sheets) Senior Range PL.165. Reynolds Chain Drive for Camshaft. B.60. PL.166. Widney Top Bonnet… | ||
| scan0156 | Progress report listing work-in-hand projects with their associated completion status. | ||
| View original record | EV1/21.4.40. PROGRESS REPORT. APRIL 15TH. 1940. WORK IN HAND. PL.159. Dynamo and Salt Water Pump. Marine. 98%. PL.167. Buick Type Front Pivots. Senior Range 95%. PL.174. Throttle Controls. 2. S.U.… | ||
| scan0157 | Cover memo for the Design Office Progress Report for the week ending April 29th, 1940. | ||
| View original record | 1125 (handwritten) To Rm. from Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Rm/CTS. (struck through) c. to Rm/HH. (struck through) Ev.1/JH.30.4.40. FJH (handwritten signature) re Progress Report April 29th. 1940. We… | ||
| scan0158 | Progress report from April 1940 detailing the status of various engineering projects and work in hand. | ||
| View original record | Ev.1/JH.30.4.40. Progress Report - April 29th. 1940. Work in Hand. PL.35 1/4 scale layout of Rippletto. - Rippletto - in hand. PL.159 Dynamo and Salt Water Pump - Marine 98% PL.181 Plan of sump and… | ||
| scan0159 | Progress report from April 1940 listing completed work items. | ||
| View original record | -2- Ev.1/JH.30.4.40. Progress Report April 29th. 1940. Work Completed. PL.66. Clutch and diaphram Rippletto. PL.167 Buick type pivots. Senior Range. PL.174 Throttle Controls - 2 S.U. Carbs. B.60.… | ||
| scan0160 | List of part modifications and their corresponding vehicle ranges. | ||
| View original record | -3- Ev.1/JH.30.4.40. PL.202 Fan. Rippletto. PL.204 Mod. throttle control. L.H. Senior Range.E.80. PL.205 Stiffeners in frame. Rippletto. PL.206 Engine controls to suit new Senior Range. clutch… | ||
| scan0161 | Attaching the Design Office progress report for the week ending April 29th, 1940. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Ev. c.c. to Rm/PJH. c.c. to Rm/CTS. c.c. to Rm/HH. 1125 Ev.1/JH.30.4.40. re Progress Report April 29th. 1940. We attach herewith the Progress Report for the Design Office, for week ending… | ||
| scan0162 | Progress report detailing the status of various engineering projects and work in hand. | ||
| View original record | Ev.1/JH.30.4.40. Progress Report - April 29th. 1940. Work in Hand. PL.35 1/4 scale layout of Rippletto. - Rippletto - in hand. PL.159 Dynamo and Salt Water Pump - Marine 98% PL.181 Plan of sump and… | ||
| scan0163 | Progress report detailing completed work items with their associated project codes or models. | ||
| View original record | -2- Ev.1/JH.30.4.40. Progress Report April 29th. 1940. Work Completed. PL.66. Clutch and diaphram Rippletto. PL.167 Buick type pivots. Senior Range. PL.174 Throttle Controls - 2 S.U. Carbs. B.60.… | ||
| scan0164 | List of parts and modifications for the Rippletto and Senior Range models. | ||
| View original record | -3- Ev.1/JH.30.4.40. PL.202 Fan. Rippletto. PL.204 Mod. throttle control. L.H. Senior Range.E.80. PL.205 Stiffeners in frame. Rippletto. PL.206 Engine controls to suit new Senior Range. clutch… | ||
| scan0165 | Progress report for the week ending 30th May 1940, detailing work completed and in hand on various models. | ||
| View original record | To. Rm. c. Ev. Rm/HH.2/ 6. 5. 40. PROGRESS REPORT for week ending 30th May 1940. WORK COMPLETED RIPPLET PL. 107 Gordon Armstrong Shock Damper. PL. 145 Gordon Armstrong Shock Damper. Transmission as… | ||
| scan0166 | 'Work in Hand' list detailing projects for the Silver Phantom, Marine, and Miscellaneous categories. | ||
| View original record | WORK IN HAND Rm/HH. MOL L.H.Silver Phantom PL. 31 Steering Column Gear Change PL. 73 Actuation in Gearbox. Column Gear Change PL. 77 Gear Control on Column PL. 79 Vacuum Cylinder and valve linkage PL.… | ||
| scan0167 | Attaching the Design Office progress report for the week ending May 13th, 1940. | ||
| View original record | Conference file To Rm. from Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to RM/GTS. c. to Rm/HH. 1125 Ev.10/JH.14.5.40. re Progress Report May 13th .1940. We attach herewith the Progress Report for the Design Office for the… | ||
| scan0168 | Progress report listing completed work items for various models and departments. | ||
| View original record | Ev.10/JH.14.5.40. Progress Report May 13th. 1940. Work Completed. PL.207. Geometry of front wheel, Colonial Model Bentley V. PL.208 Colonial Model Bentley V. PL.209 Vacuum Pipe connection, Column Gear… | ||
| scan0169 | Progress report from May 1940 detailing the status of various engineering projects and components. | ||
| View original record | Ev.10/JH.14.5.40. Progress Report May 13th. 1940. Work in Hand. PL.35. ½scale layout of Rippletto. Rippletto - in hand. PL.159 Dynamo and salt water pump. Marine. - 98% PL.181 Plan of sump and reverse… | ||
| scan0170 | Secret memo detailing design work for future chassis, specifically the Rippletto and L.H. Silver Phantom. | ||
| View original record | 1125? for Conference on 18.5.40 SECRET. To Rm. from Ev. c. to Rm/PJH. c. to Rm/HH. c. to Ev/JD. Ev.3/JH.14.5.40. Design Work. The following work, some of which calls for designs needs to be instructed… | ||
| scan0171 | List of proposed modifications and new parts for a vehicle, with items requiring minimal design work noted. | ||
| View original record | ? (5) Mod. details for clutch thrust lubrication. ? (6) Mod. gearbox pendulum lever. ? (7) Revised brake forks. (8) Steady for rear brake carrier plate. (9) Revised water pump bearings etc. (10) New… | ||
| scan0172 | Cover memo for a progress report, explaining that due to the 'Crisis' the attached report covers a 3 week period. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. 1125 To Rm. from Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. (struck through) c. to Rm/HH. (struck through) Ev.7/JH.4.6.40. re Progress Report - June 3rd. 1940 Due to the Crisis and consequent delay in work we have… | ||
| scan0173 | Progress report from June 1940 detailing the status of various engineering projects and their completion percentages. | ||
| View original record | Ev.7/JH.4.6.40. Progress Report - June 3rd. 1940. Work in hand. PL.35 ¼ scale layout of Rippletto - Rippletto - in hand. PL.232 Gearbox. - Junior Range - 85% PL.233 Column control Linkage - Junior… | ||
| scan0174 | Progress report from June 1940 detailing completed work on various parts and projects. | ||
| View original record | -2- Ev.7/JH.4.6.40. Progress Report - June 3rd. 1940. Work completed. PL.159. - Dynamo & Salt water pump. - Marine. PL.181 - Plan of reverse and sump joints - Marine) - Superceded. PL.182 - Sandwich… | ||
| scan0175 | Design progress report from June 1940 detailing reasons for delays and outlining ongoing work on the Myth engine, Lockheed brakes, Junior Gearbox, and suspension. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c. to Rm/HH. c. to Rm/PJH. 1125 Ev.1/JH.17.6.40. Progress Report June 17th. 1940. Herewith is the design progress report for the past fortnight. The reasons for the small number of schemes… | ||
| scan0176 | Progress report detailing completed designs and specifications for various projects. | ||
| View original record | Ev.1/JH.17.6.40. Progress Report - June 17th. 1940. Designs completed. PL.249 Comparison of valve opening areas Aspin & B.60. - Ignition coil mounting - Marine - abandoned. Development specification -… | ||
| scan0177 | Progress report detailing the status of various engineering projects and designs, with percentage completion. | ||
| View original record | Ev.1/JH.17.6.40. Progress Report - June 17th. 1940. Work in hand. PL.35. ¼ scale layout of Rippletto - in hand. PL.232 Gearbox. Junior Range. - 85% PL.233 Column Control Linkage - Junior Gearbox - 70%… | ||
| scan0178 | Cover sheet for a design progress report for the two weeks ending July 1st, 1940. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. 1125 To Rm. from Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Rm/HH. Ev.16/JH.1.7.40. Progress Report for July 1st. 1940. Herewith is the design Progress Report for the two weeks ending July 1st. 1940. Ev. | ||
| scan0179 | Progress report from July 1940 detailing completed tasks and work in hand for various automotive and marine projects. | ||
| View original record | Ev.16/JH.1.7.40. Progress Report July 1st. 1940. Work Completed. PL.276 Two Stroke Valve opening area - comparative Data. PL.275 Valve opening areas B.60 & Aspin. - Data. PL.274 Lightened steering… | ||
| scan0180 | Cover memo for a bi-weekly design office progress report. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. 1125 To Rm. from Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Rm/HH. Ev.8/JH.15.7.40. re Progress Report for July 15th. 1940. Herewith is the design office progress report for the two weeks ending July 15th. 1940.… | ||
| scan0181 | 'Work in Hand' progress report listing various engineering projects and their completion status. | ||
| View original record | Ev.8/JH.15.7.40. Work in Hand. PL.35 1/4 scale layout of Rippletto. - Rippletto - in hand. Cylinder Head. - Myth. - 80% Vertical Drive to Distributor - Myth. - 90% Crankcase, crankshaft & Pistons -… | ||
| scan0182 | 'Work Completed' list detailing various automotive, aviation, and factory layout projects. | ||
| View original record | Ev.8/JH.15.7.40. Work Completed. PL.232 Gearbox. Junior Rance. PL.233 Column Control Linkage Junior Range. PL.234 Gearlever and selector box on column - Junior Rance. PL.265 Specification 32 cwt. car.… | ||
| scan0183 | Secret internal memo regarding chassis designs, specifically the rear floor and number plates. | ||
| View original record | 1125 SECRET. To Rm. from Ev. Ev.2/JH.13.8.40. re Chassis Designs. We thank you for Rm.6/ML.8.8.40. (1) 3.B.50. rear floor. The weakness of the rear floor is really a matter for Park Wards and Mr.… | ||
| scan0184 | Cover memo for a Design Office Progress report for the two weeks ending July 29th, 1940. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. To Rm. from Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Rm/HH. Ev.2/JH.30.7.40. re Progress Report for July 29th. 1940. Herewith is a Design Office Progress report for the two weeks ending Monday July 29th. 1940.… | ||
| scan0185 | Progress report from July 1940 detailing the status of various automotive and armament projects. | ||
| View original record | Ev.2/JH.30.7.40. Progress Report July 29th. 1940. Work in Hand. PL.35 ¼ scale of chassis. Rippletto - in hand Cyliner Head. Myth - 90% Vertical Drive to Distributor. Myth. - 90% Crankcase, crankshaft… | ||
| scan0186 | Progress report detailing completed work on various engineering projects. | ||
| View original record | Ev.2/JH.30.7.40. Progress Report July 29th. 1940. Work Completed. PL.273. ¼ scale of Myth Front Suspension - Myth. PL.248 Chart of radiators. - Senior Range. PL.286 Lower half of Bentley 6 Radiator.… | ||
| scan0187 | Secret cover sheet for a Design Office progress report. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. To Rm. from Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Rm/HH. Ev.2/JH.30.7.40. re Progress Report for July 29th. 1940. Herewith is a Design Office Progress report for the two weeks ending Monday July 29th. 1940.… | ||
| scan0188 | Progress report listing completed work on various engineering drawings and projects. | ||
| View original record | Ev.2/JH.30.7.40. Progress Report July 29th. 1940. Work Completed. PL.273. 1/4 scale of Myth Front Suspension - Myth. PL.248 Chart of radiators. - Senior Range. PL.286 Lower half of Bentley 6 Radiator.… | ||
| scan0189 | Progress report from July 1940 detailing the completion status of various automotive and armament projects. | ||
| View original record | Ev.2/JH.30.7.40. Progress Report July 29th. 1940. Work in Hand. PL.35 ¼ scale of chassis. Rippletto - in hand Cylinder Head. Myth - 90% Vertical Drive to Distributor. Myth. - 90% Crankcase, crankshaft… | ||
| scan0190 | Programme of work for car designs in the Senior Range. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/HH. from Ev. c. to Rm. c. to Jnr. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Rm/OTS. Design General. 1125 Ev.4/JH.28.8.40. re Programme of Work. We have already set out a list of designs for the cars of the Senior… | ||
| scan0191 | The status of documentation for the Gun Section, specifically for the type BD gun and Non-elevating mounting. | ||
| View original record | With respect to the Gun Section, we are aware that L.O.P.'s. of the sections which you have handled on the type BD gun have been completed as far as schemes have been provided. We suggest that you… | ||
| scan0192 | Cover note for the Design Office progress report for the three weeks ending September 2nd, 1940. | ||
| View original record | (1125) To Rm. from Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. Ev.9/JH.2.9.40. re Progress Report. AH (Handwritten) Attached herewith is the Progress Report for the Design Office for three weeks ending Sept. 2nd. 1940. Ev… | ||
| scan0193 | Progress report detailing the status of work in hand for the Chassis and Gun sections. | ||
| View original record | Ev.9/JH.2.9.40. Progress Report - Sept 2nd. 1940. Work in hand. Chassis Section. PL.35. ¼ scale of chassis .................Rippletto - in hand. PL.316 Crankshaft, crankcase & Bearings Myth 98%… | ||
| scan0194 | Progress report detailing completed work on the chassis and gun sections. | ||
| View original record | Ev.9/JH.2.9.40. Progress Report Sept. 2nd. 1940. Work Completed. Chassis Section. PL.317 Oil Pump & Distributor Drive - Myth. PL.329 Inlet valve and exhaust valve mechanism - Myth. PL.330 Polar… | ||
| scan0195 | Cover memo for a three-week Design Office progress report. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Ev. c. to Rm/FJH Ev.9/JH.2.9.40. re Progress Report. Attached herewith is the Progress Report for the Design Office for three weeks ending Sept. 2nd. 1940. Ev. | ||
| scan0196 | Progress report detailing the status of various chassis and gun section projects. | ||
| View original record | Ev.9/JH.2.9.40. Progress Report - Sept 2nd. 1940. Work in hand. Chassis Section. PL.35. ¼ scale of chassis ................Rippletto - in hand. PL.316 Crankshaft, crankcase & Bearings Myth 98%… | ||
| scan0197 | Progress report detailing completed work on chassis and gun sections. | ||
| View original record | Ev.9/JH.2.9.40. Progress Report Sept. 2nd. 1940. Work Completed. Chassis Section. PL.317 Oil Pump & Distributor Drive - Myth. PL.329 Inlet valve and exhaust valve mechanism - Myth. PL.330 Polar… | ||
| scan0198 | Cover memo for a progress report explaining reduced chassis output due to a policy change. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. Ev.2/JH.19.9.40. re Progress Report. Attached is the progress report for two weeks ending Sept. 16th. 1940. The somewhat reduced output of chassis completed schemes is… | ||
| scan0199 | Progress report detailing work completed on the chassis section for various projects. | ||
| View original record | Ev.2/JH.19.9.40. Progress Report Sept. 16th. 1940. Work Completed. Chassis Section. PL.316 Crankshaft, crankcase & Bearings - Myth. PL.336 Rear axle. - Senior Range - Comet. PL.337 Project of… | ||
| scan0200 | Progress report on work in hand for the chassis section, detailing project status. | ||
| View original record | Ev.2/JH.19.9.40. Progress Report - Sept. 16th. 1940. Work in Hand. Chassis Section. PL.35. 1/4 scale layout of Rippletto Rippletto - abandoned. Lockheed front and rear brakes Rippletto - abandoned.… | ||
| scan0201 | Progress report, explaining that reduced chassis output is due to a change in policy. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. re Progress Report. Attached is the progress report for two weeks ending Sept. 16th. 1940. The somewhat reduced output of chassis completed schemes is due to the change… | ||
| scan0202 | Progress report detailing completed work for the Chassis Section. | ||
| View original record | Ev.2/JH.19.9.40. Progress Report Sept. 16th. 1940. Work Completed. Chassis Section. PL.316 Crankshaft, crankcase & Bearings - Myth. PL.336 Rear axle. - Senior Range - Comet. PL.337 Project of… | ||
| scan0203 | Progress report detailing work in hand for the Chassis Section. | ||
| View original record | Ev.2/JH.19.9.40. Progress Report - Sept. 16th. 1940. Work in Hand. Chassis Section. PL.35. ¼ scale layout of Rippletto Rippletto - abandoned. Lockheed front and rear brakes Rippletto - abandoned.… | ||
| scan0204 | Outlining the body design programme for the Bentley V, Myth, and 11' 1' wheelbase models. | ||
| View original record | COPY. Rm/EAG. from Rm. C. Ev. Rm.9/ML.25.9.40. RE BODY DESIGN PROGRAMME. We think that we are now in a position to define a body design programme which will keep us busy for the next few months.… | ||
| scan0205 | Note discussing the design of coupe bodies for the 'Myth' model and its impact on tooling and future car ranges. | ||
| View original record | Rm.9/ML.25.9.40. - 2 - will be made as soon as we know how to get them quiet. We have to design coupe bodies for Myth to go with both the frame and the monocoque construction. When these bodies are… | ||
| scan0206 | Cover memo for the bi-weekly Design Office progress report. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c. to Rm/FJH. Ev.2/JH.30.9.40. re Progress Report - Sept. 30th. 1940. Attached is the Progress Report of the Design Office for the two weeks ending Sept. 30th. 1940. Ev. [Handwritten on left]:… | ||
| scan0207 | Progress report for the Chassis Section, listing work completed and work in hand. | ||
| View original record | Ev.2/JH.30.9.40. Progress Report Sept. 30th, 1940. Chassis Section. Work completed. PL.339 Induction Pipe. M.40. PL.342 Breather M.40 abandoned. PL.345 R.R. style frontal appearance. Myth. PL.346 Oil… | ||
| scan0208 | Cover letter for the Design Office's bi-weekly progress report. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c.c. to Rm/FJH. Ev.2/JH.30.9.40. re Progress Report - Sept. 30th. 1940. Attached is the Progress Report of the Design Office for the two weeks ending Sept. 30th. 1940. Ev 1/23 | ||
| scan0209 | Progress report for the Chassis Section detailing work completed and work in hand. | ||
| View original record | Ev.2/JH.30.9.40. Progress Report Sept. 30th. 1940. Chassis Section. Work completed. PL.339 Induction Pipe. M.40. PL.342 Breather M.40 abandoned. PL.345 R.R. style frontal appearance. Myth. PL.346 Oil… | ||
| scan0210 | Progress report from the Chassis Section detailing completed work and work in hand. | ||
| View original record | 1125 Ev.1/JH.14.10.40. Progress Report - Sept. 14th. 1940. CHASSIS SECTION. Work Completed. PL.349 - Electric Oil Gauge Attachment - M.40. PL.355 - Flywheel,clutch and clutch casing - M.40. PL.357 -… | ||
| scan0211 | Chassis section progress report from September 1940, detailing completed work and work in hand. | ||
| View original record | 1125 Ev.1/JH.14.10.40. Progress Report - Sept. 14th. 1940. CHASSIS SECTION. Work Completed. PL.349 - Electric Oil Gauge Attachment - M.40. PL.355 - Flywheel,clutch and clutch casing - M.40. PL.357 -… | ||
| scan0212 | Progress report for the Chassis Section, detailing work completed and work in hand. | ||
| View original record | 1125 Ev.8/JH.29.10.40. Progress Report - Oct. 28th. 1940. Chassis Section. Work Completed. PL.369. Rear Wheelarch clearances - Myth. PL.371. Wooden Foundation for radiator shell Model - Myth. PL.372… | ||
| scan0213 | Covering memo for the Design Section's progress report for the two weeks ending October 28th, 1940. | ||
| View original record | 1125 To Rm. from Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. Ev.8/JH.29.10.40. re Progress Report Oct. 28th. 1940. Attached herewith is the progress report of the Design Section for the two weeks ending Oct. 28th. 1940. Ev. | ||
| scan0214 | Progress report for the chassis section, detailing work completed and in hand. | ||
| View original record | Ev.8/JH.29.10.40. Progress Report - Oct. 28th. 1940. Chassis section. Work Completed. PL.369. Rear Wheelarch clearances - Myth. PL.371. Wooden Foundation for radiator shell Model - Myth. PL.372 Rear… | ||
| scan0215 | Cover memo for the Design Section's bi-weekly progress report. | ||
| View original record | -/1125 To Rm. from Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. Ev.8/JH.11.11.40. re Progress Report Nov. 11th. 1940. Attached herewith is the progress report of the Design Section for the two weeks ending Nov.11th. Ev. | ||
| scan0216 | Progress report for the Chassis Section detailing work completed and in hand. | ||
| View original record | Ev.8/JH.11.11.40. Progress Report - Nov. 11th. 1940. Chassis Section. Work Completed. PL.378 - Front Brakes & Pivots. - Myth. PL.381.- Servo & Transmission shaft extension - Junior G/Box. PL.382 (2… | ||
| scan0217 | Cover memo for the Design Section's bi-weekly progress report. | ||
| View original record | Clege Files - 1125 To Rm from Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. Ev.8/JH.11.11.40. re Progress Report Nov. 11th. 1940. Attached herewith is the progress report of the Design Section for the two weeks ending Nov.11th.… | ||
| scan0218 | Progress report for the Chassis Section detailing work completed and work in hand. | ||
| View original record | Ev.8/JH.11.11.40. Progress Report - Nov. 11th. 1940. Chassis Section. Work Completed. PL.378 - Front Brakes & Pivots. - Myth. PL.381.- Servo & Transmission shaft extension - Junior G/Box. PL.382 (2… | ||
| scan0219 | Redirecting queries concerning chassis design to the newly constituted chassis design section at Clan Exptl. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/HH. c. to Rm. c. to Ev/JD. Ev.1/JH.28.11.40. 1125? re Chassis Design. In order to cause the minimum of interuption of the rather important work which this department has undertaken, we suggest… | ||
| scan0220 | Chassis section progress report for the two weeks ending December 7th, 1940. | ||
| View original record | 1125 To Ev. from Ev/JD. Copy to Rm. Ev/JD.1/LT. 9.12.40. PROGRESS REPORT - DEC. 7th 1940. CHASSIS SECTION Please receive herewith the Progress Report of the Chassis Section, for the two weeks ending… | ||
| scan0221 | Progress report for the Chassis Section for the two weeks ending December 7th, 1940. | ||
| View original record | 1125 To Ev. from Ev/JD. Copy to Rm. Ev/JD.1/ET. 9.12.40. PROGRESS REPORT - DEC. 7th 1940. CHASSIS SECTION Please receive herewith the Progress Report of the Chassis Section, for the two weeks ending… | ||
| scan0222 | Cover letter for a secret bi-weekly progress report from the Design Office. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. 1125 To Rm. from Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. [Text is crossed out] c. to Ev/JD. [Text is crossed out] Ev.3/JH.12.12.40. re Progress Report Dec. 7th. 1940. Herewith is the Progress report for the two… | ||
| scan0223 | Progress report for the Chassis Division, listing work completed and work in hand. | ||
| View original record | Ev.3/JH. Dec.18th. 1940. Progress Report - Dec. 9th. 1940. Chassis Division. Work Completed. PL.411 Geometry of rear shock dampers - Myth. PL.419 Rear Bump Buffer " " PL.420 Bump & Rebound Buffers,… | ||
| scan0224 | Progress report for the Chassis Section for the two weeks ending December 21st, 1940. | ||
| View original record | 1125 To Ev. from Ev/JD. Ev/JD.1/ET/21.12.40. PROGRESS REPORT - DEC.21ST 1940. CHASSIS SECTION Please receive herewith the Progress Report of the Chassis Section for two weeks ending Dec. 21st 1940.… | ||
| scan0225 | Secret memo transmitting a progress report for the two weeks ending December 23rd, 1940. | ||
| View original record | To: Rm. from Ev. c. Rm/FJH. c. EJ/JD. Ev.1/RH.31.12.40. 1125 file SECRET RE PROGRESS REPORT DECEMBER 23rd.1940. Herewith is the Progress Report for the two weeks ending December 23rd. 1940. Rm Ev. | ||
| scan0226 | Chassis section progress report from December 1940 detailing completed and in-hand projects. | ||
| View original record | Ev.1/RH.31.12.40. Progress Report Dec.23rd. 1940. Chassis Section. Work Completed. PL.426. Lower Triangle Levers - Front Suspension - Myth. PL.370. Rear Suspension. - " Model of Ev. type Radiator. - "… | ||
| scan0227 | Progress report for the Chassis Section, listing work completed and work in hand. | ||
| View original record | Ev.8/JH.7.1.41. 1125 PROGRESS REPORT Jan. 6th. 1941. Chassis Section. Work Completed. PL.425 2nd. Crossmember. Myth. PL.427 8 gallon petrol tank. Myth. PL.415 Rear Roll Rod. Myth. PL.438 Hillman… | ||
| scan0228 | Cover memo for a bi-weekly progress report from January 1941. | ||
| View original record | 1125 To Rm. from Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Ev/JD. Ev.5/JH.21.1.41. SECRET. re Progress Report January 21st. 1941. Herewith is the Progress Report for the two weeks ending 20th. January 1941. Ev. | ||
| scan0229 | Progress report on the chassis section, detailing completed work and work in progress. | ||
| View original record | Ev.5/JH.21.1.41. Progress Report Jan. 20th. 1941. Chassis Section. Work Completed. PL.442 Dashboard Mounting. Myth. PL.441 Frame Front Gussets. Myth. PL.424 1st. Crossmember. Myth. PL.443 1/4 scale… | ||
| scan0230 | Progress report for the two weeks ending 3rd February, 1941. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Ev/JD. 1125 Ev.5/JH.3.2.41. re Progress Report. Herewith Progress Report for the two weeks ending 3rd. February, 1941. Ev. | ||
| scan0231 | Progress report for the Chassis Section detailing the status of completed work and work in hand. | ||
| View original record | Ev.5/JH.3.2.41. Progress Report - Feb. 3rd. 1941. Chassis Section Work Completed. PL.449 Petrol Filler Tube. Myth. PL.450 Hand Brake Lever in Scuttle Myth. PL.500 Frame Rear Gusset & Front Myth.… | ||
| scan0232 | Progress report for the Mark 6 A.15 Tank Leyland Meteor engine. | ||
| View original record | -2- Ev.5/JH.3.2.41. Progress Report - Feb. 3rd. 1941. Tank Section. Mark 6 A.15 Tank Leyland Meteor. Work Completed. PL.498 Squint Hole for Timing Pointer. Stage la. & lb. PL.499 Limiting Features re… | ||
| scan0233 | Progress report from the Gun Installation Section on completed work and work in hand. | ||
| View original record | -3- Ev.5/JH.3.2.41. Progress Report - Feb. 3rd. 1941. Gun Installation Section. Work Completed. QPL.168 Enlarged Face Shield. Type BD. Gun. QPL.167 Chassis Print 15 cwt. 4 x 2 Mobile Anti Tank Gun.… | ||
| scan0234 | Secret progress report for the design sections for the two weeks ending February 17th, 1941. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Ev. c.c. to Rm/FJH. c.c. to Ev/JD. SECRET. Ev.4/JH.21.2.41. 1125 re Progress Report. Herewith is the progress report for the Design Sections for the two weeks ending Feb. 17th. 1941. The… | ||
| scan0235 | Status report from the Chassis Design Section detailing completed work and work in hand. | ||
| View original record | Ev/4/JH.21.2.41. Chassis Design Section. Work Completed. PL.501. Frame Front Gusset & Front Body Bracket. Myth. ½ scale model of radiator. Myth. Work in Hand. PL.436 Front Pan & Mounting of Front… | ||
| scan0236 | Progress report for the Chassis Section detailing work completed and work in hand. | ||
| View original record | Ev.4/JH.7.3.41. 1125 Progress Report March 3rd. 1941. Chassis Section Work Completed. PL.505 Mod. to upper & Lower triangle levers to compress Harris bushes. Myth. PL.510 Brake Pedal Pull off spring.… | ||
| scan0237 | Progress report for the Chassis Section detailing work completed and in hand for various parts and models. | ||
| View original record | Ev.6/JH.1.4.31. 1125 Progress Report March 31st. 1941. Chassis Section. Work Completed. PL.444 Steering Column & Box Burman Douglas. Myth. PL.448 Cross Steering Layout & Steering Box Mounting. Myth.… | ||
| scan0238 | Progress report detailing the status of work in hand for R.A.F. launching gear. | ||
| View original record | Progress Reports 1125 Ev.11/JH.18.3.41. R.A.F. LAUNCHING GEAR. Work In Hand. PL.508 1/4 scale of P.III Engine & Launching Gear on RAF. trailer. Winch 80% - Rear Paying-in rollers & Guide. Winch 80% -… | ||
| scan0239 | Progress report for the chassis section detailing completed and ongoing work. | ||
| View original record | 1125 To Progress Reports Ev.11/JH.18.3.41. CHASSIS SECTION. Work Completed. PL.436 Front Pan & Front Mounting. Myth. PL.516 Accelerator Pedal. Myth. PL.512 Squash Court Staff at Clan. Plant. Work in… | ||
| scan0240 | Progress report for the chassis section dated April 14th, 1941. | ||
| View original record | Ev.6/JH.19.4.41. 1125 Progress Report - April 14th. 1941. CHASSIS SECTION. Work Completed. PL.528 1/4 scale Layout of Morris 8 Gearbox fitted in Myth Chassis. Myth. PL.529 Top & Bottom Water… | ||
| scan0241 | Progress report on chassis development, listing completed and in-hand work items. | ||
| View original record | Ev.7/JH.1.5.41. 1125 PROGRESS REPORT April 28th. 1941. CHASSIS. Work Completed. PL.527 Arrangement of front suspension (Front Elevation) Myth. PL.533 Valve displacement, velocity, acceleration… | ||
| scan0242 | Progress report from the Clan Design Section on chassis and gun installation work. | ||
| View original record | 1125 To Ev. from Ev/JD. Ev/JD.1/ET.11.5.41. PROGRESS REPORT - 10th MAY 1941 CLAN DESIGN SECTION Please receive herewith the Progress Report of the Clan Design Section for the two weeks ending May 10th… | ||
| scan0243 | Progress report on armament installations for aircraft and development work on the Leyland Meteor tank. | ||
| View original record | Ev/JD.1/HT.11.5.41 - 2 - WORK IN HAND. QPL.186 - Installation of 40 mm. in Beaufighter. 40 mm. Gun 90% QPL.187 - Section through Beaufighter fuselage at Gun Magazine. 40 mm. Gun 90% QPL.188 - Section… | ||
| scan0244 | Cover sheet for a weekly progress report. | ||
| View original record | 1125- To Rm. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Jnr. c. to EV/JD. Ev.2/JH.16.5.41. Progress Report. Herewith Progress Report for the week ending 12th. May, 1941. Ev. | ||
| scan0245 | Progress report from the Gun Installation Section on completed and in-hand work. | ||
| View original record | Ev.2/JH.16.5.41. Progress Report - 12th. May, 1941. Gun Installation Section. Work Completed. QPL.185 Blast Tube Extension. 40 m.m. Gun. QS.264 Gun Mounting to suit Gun inclined at 12½° and plane… | ||
| scan0246 | The ammunition box and feed neck for a .500 A.A. gun in a Spitfire Wing. | ||
| View original record | Ammunition Box and feed neck for .500 A.A. gun in Spitfire Wing .500 Gun 90% | ||
| scan0247 | Progress report on chassis development, detailing completed tasks and work in hand. | ||
| View original record | Ev.2/JH.16.5.41. PROGRESS REPORT - May 12th. 1941. Chassis. Work Completed. PL.653 - Petrol Filler Cap. Myth. PL.655 - Steering Column Support on Body Myth. PL.656 - Modified position of Gastight Seal… | ||
| scan0248 | Progress report for the Tank Section, listing completed work and work in hand. | ||
| View original record | Ev.2/JH.16.5.41. Progress Report - May 12th. 1941. Tank Section. Work Completed. PL.616. Proposed Leyland Meteor Mark 7 1/4 scale Mark 7. PL.615 Dipstick and oil filler Gearbox...........Mark 6 Stage… | ||
| scan0249 | Progress report on tank development schemes, noting the temporary abandonment of A.24 work for A.15 Mark 6. | ||
| View original record | 1125 To Rm. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Jnr c. to Ev/JD. Ev.3/JH.28.5.41. re Progress Report. Herewith Progress Report for the weeks ending 26th. May, 1941. The large number of tank schemes in hand have… | ||
| scan0250 | Progress report for the Chassis Section, detailing completed and ongoing work. | ||
| View original record | Ev.3/JH.28.5.41. Chassis Section. Work Completed. PL.658. Morris Gearbox in Myth Chassis. Myth. PL.659 Clutch Casing & Diaphragm to suit Myth. Morris Gearbox. PL.664 Combined Drum & Hubs in Alum.… | ||
| scan0251 | Work completion report for the Gun Installation Section on Beaufighter and Spitfire aircraft. | ||
| View original record | -2- Ev.3/JH.28.5.41. Gun Installation Section. Work Completed. QPL.186. Revised Installation of 40 m.m. Gun in Beaufighter. 40 m.m. Gun. QPL.187 Section through Beaufighter fuselage at Magazine. 40… | ||
| scan0252 | Progress report for the Tank Section detailing work completed and work in hand. | ||
| View original record | -3- Ev.3/JH.28.5.41. Progress Report - May 26th. 1941. Tank Section. Work Completed. PL.630 Muff Coupling between G/Box & Final Drive - Stage 3 - Mark 6. PL.631 Modified Liberty clutch. - Mark6& 7… | ||
| scan0253 | Progress report cover letter for the Gun Installation Section stating no work was done due to staggered holidays. | ||
| View original record | W.2.5 To Rm. from Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to JHP. c. to Ev/JD. SECRET Ev.4/JH.11.6.41. re Progress Report - June 9th. 1941. [Signature] Attached herewith is the Progress Report for two weeks ending June… | ||
| scan0254 | Progress report detailing work in hand on a chassis. | ||
| View original record | Ev.4/JH.11.6.41. PROGRESS REPORT. Chassis. Work in Hand. PL.669 Exhaust System (¼ scale layout) Myth 90% PL.680. Radiator Grille for 1st. car. Myth 90% - Hydraulic jack mounting on side of body. Myth… | ||
| scan0255 | Progress report on R.A.F. launching gear, specifically the layout on a 5 ton 4 wheel trailer chassis. | ||
| View original record | Ev.4/JH.11.6.41. Progress Report. R.A.F. LAUNCHING GEAR. Work Completed. PL.682. Layout of Launching Gear on 5 ton 4 wheel Trailer chassis. ......... | ||
| scan0256 | Progress report for the Tank Section, detailing completed work and work currently in hand. | ||
| View original record | Ev.4/JH.116.41. Progress Report - June 9th. 1941. TANK SECTION Work Completed. PL.639. Surface Loading curves - Gears - Data. PL.640. Lewis Stress Curve - Gears - Data. PL.641. Reference Chart for… | ||
| scan0257 | Cover sheet for a secret progress report for the two weeks ending June 23rd, 1941. | ||
| View original record | 1125 To Rm. from Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Jnr. c. to Ev/JD. SECRET. Ev.4/JH.30.6.41. re Progress Report - June 23rd. 1941. Attached is the Progress Report for two weeks ending June 23rd. 1941.… | ||
| scan0258 | Progress report on tank sections, detailing work completed and work in hand. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. Ev.4/JH.30.6.41. Progress Report - June 23rd. 1941. Tank Sections. Work Completed. PL.701. Mod. to fan support struts - Blackman Fan. PL.702. Proposed Mod. to Air intakes - R.R. Cooling " Mark… | ||
| scan0259 | Progress report for the Chassis Section, listing completed work and work in hand. | ||
| View original record | -2- SECRET. Ev.4/JH.30.6.41. Progress Report - June 23rd. 1941. Chassis Section. Work Completed. PL.444. Steering column & Box. - Myth. PL.532. Specification of 10 H.P. Car - issue 2. - Myth. PL.680… | ||
| scan0260 | Secret progress report for the R.A.F. Launching Gear Section. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. Ev.4/JH.30.& 41. Progress Report - June 23rd. 1941. R.A.F. Launching Gear Section. Work in hand. -, Cable drum & Guard. Winch - in hand. ......... | ||
| scan0261 | Cover memo for a bi-weekly progress report. | ||
| View original record | 1125 To Rm. from Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. SECRET. Ev.6/JH.16.7.41. re Progress Report - July 7th. 1941. Attached is the Progress Report for two weeks ending July 7th. | ||
| scan0262 | Progress report for the Tank Section detailing completed work and work in hand. | ||
| View original record | Ev.6/JH.16.7.41. Progress Report - July 7th. 1941. TANK SECTION. Work completed. PL.692 - Mods. to drilling Main inner side plates. - A.24. PL.679 R.R. Suspension. - Mod. gear selectors & operation -… | ||
| scan0263 | Progress report from the Chassis Section detailing completed and ongoing work. | ||
| View original record | -2- Ev.6/JH.16.7.41. Progress report - July 7th. 1941. CHASSIS SECTION. Work Completed. PL.691. Proposed instrument board. Myth. PL.694. Front Bumper. Myth. PL.751. Instrument board layout with R.R.… | ||
| scan0264 | Progress report for the R.A.F. Launching Gear Section detailing work in hand. | ||
| View original record | -3- Ev.6/JH.16.7.41. Progress Report. R.A.F. Launching Gear Section. Work in Hand. Cable drum and guard. Winch In hand. Paying-in rollers. " In hand. Paying-in rollers and carriage for drum winding. "… | ||
| scan0265 | Cover letter for a Design Progress Report, noting an office move caused a slight interruption to progress. | ||
| View original record | 1125 To Rm. from Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. SECRET. Ev.8/JH.28.7.41. re Progress Report. Attached herewith is the Design Progress Report for the two weeks ending July 21st. 1941. During this period and on July… | ||
| scan0266 | Progress report on tank development, listing completed tasks and work in progress. | ||
| View original record | Ev.8/JH.28.741. TANK. Progress Report. July 21st. 1941. Completed. PL.718. Comparison of air flow areas at rad: Mark 6. PL.719. Chain driver for fan. A.24. PL.720. 14/52 Final drive Gears. A.24.… | ||
| scan0267 | Chassis progress report detailing completed work and work in hand. | ||
| View original record | -2- Ev.8/JH.28.7.41. Progress Report July 21st. 1941. CHASSIS. Work Completed. PL.760. Torque reaction box on steering box mounting. Myth. PL.752 Perspective views of instrument board. " PL.711 Austin… | ||
| scan0268 | Progress report on the development of a winch, detailing completed work and work in hand. | ||
| View original record | -3- Ev.8/JH.28.7.41. WINCH. Work Completed. PL.514 Screw gear for drum winding in carriage Winch. PL.515 Flanges connecting driving and driven units to fluid coupling. Winch. PL.776. Reduction Gear. "… | ||
| scan0269 | Attaching design progress reports for two separate two-week periods. | ||
| View original record | 1125 To Rm. from Ev/JD. c. to Ev. [Strikethrough] c. to Rm/FJH. [Strikethrough] Ev/JD.8/JH.16.9.41. re Progress Report. We attach herewith the design progress report for the two weeks ending Aug. 4th.… | ||
| scan0270 | Progress report from August 4th, 1941, detailing completed work and work in hand for a tank project. | ||
| View original record | EW/JD.8/JH.16.9.41. Tank Progress Report - August 4th. 1941. Work Completed. PL.707 Radiator & Mounting. Mark VII. PL.716 Metal mock-up of hull. Mark VII. PL.772 Mods. to Zenith Carb. with one piece… | ||
| scan0271 | Tank progress report outlining work completed and in hand for various Mark versions. | ||
| View original record | -2- Tank Progress Report - August 18th. 1941. Work Completed. PL.723 Tank Gear Ratios & Performance. Chart. PL.724 1/4 scale mock up of R.R. cooling Mark VII. x PL.798 Revised oil coolers for Mark VII… | ||
| scan0272 | Chassis progress reports for August 4th and August 18th, 1941. | ||
| View original record | -3- Chassis Progress Report Aug. 4th. 1941. Work Completed. PL.769 Tappet oil filter alum engine. - Senior Range. PL.790 Anti Surge, double valve spring. - Senior Range. PL.674 Wider A/DC front brake… | ||
| scan0273 | Winch progress report detailing completed work and work in hand for specific components. | ||
| View original record | -4- Ev/JD.8/JH.16.9.41. Winch Progress Report - Aug. 4th. 1941. Work Completed. PL.788 Drum for wire cable. Winch. PL.793 Hand throttle for Phantom III engine Winch. Work in hand. PL.783 Rear paying… | ||
| scan0274 | Cover memo for a design progress report for the three weeks ending September 8th, 1941. | ||
| View original record | 1125 To Rm. c. to Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. Ev/JD.12/JH.17.9.41. re Progress Report. We attach herewith the design Progress Report for the three weeks ending Sept. 8th. 1941. Ev/JD | ||
| scan0275 | Progress report on tank components, detailing completed work and work in hand. | ||
| View original record | Ev/JD.12/JH.17.9.41. Tanks - Progress Report Sept. 8th. 1941. Work Completed. PL.804 Header tank. Mark VII. PL.805 Rear Bulkhead. Mark VII. PL.812 Header Tank Mounting. Mark VII. PL.814 Gear Fan… | ||
| scan0276 | List of modifications and component installations for the Mark VII model. | ||
| View original record | -2- Ev/JD.12/JH.17.9.41. PL.847 Starter motor dynamo & turret Pump drive. Mark VII. PL.843 Modified engine sump to clear rear cross tube channels. Mark VII 50% PL.844 Mod. to rear cross tube channels… | ||
| scan0277 | Chassis progress report from September 1941, listing work completed and work in hand. | ||
| View original record | -3- CHASSIS PROGRESS REPORT - Sept. 8th. 1941. Work completed. PL.811 Starting handle. Myth. PL.845 List of Simmonds nuts used on 15BV 15.B.V. Work in hand. PL.669 Exhaust system (1/2 scale layout)… | ||
| scan0278 | Progress report on a winch, detailing completed work and schemes that have been held up. | ||
| View original record | -4- Ev/JD.12/JH.17.9.41. Progress Report Winch. - Sept. 8th. 1941. Work completed. PL.738 Cable drum guard. Winch. PL.793 Hand throttle for Launching gear Winch. (P.III engine) PL.835 Clutch operation… | ||
| scan0279 | Cover note for a design progress report for the three weeks ending 29th September 1941. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c. to Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. 1125 Ev/JD.10/JH.1.10.41. re Progress Report. We attach herewith the design progress report for the three weeks ending Sept. 29th. 1941. Ev/JD. | ||
| scan0280 | Progress report on tanks detailing completed work items. | ||
| View original record | Ev/JD.10/JH.1.10.41. TANKS. Progress Report -Sept. 29th. 1941. Work completed. PL.831. Clutch & Coupling - Mark VII. PL.832 Position of engine sump in relation to rear cross tube. PL.833 Clutch &… | ||
| scan0281 | Progress report listing various engineering tasks, their status, and associated vehicle models. | ||
| View original record | -2- Ev/JD.10/JH.1.10.41. Work in hand. PL.840 Air cleaner - Air Maze. Mark VII - in hand. PL.870 Modified Link - Gearbox controls (1st. pilot tank) Mark VII in hand. PL.872 Position of clutch… | ||
| scan0282 | Chassis progress report detailing completed work and work in hand. | ||
| View original record | -3- Ev/JD.10/JH.1.10.41. Chassis Progress Report - Sept. 29th. 1941. Work Completed. X PL.836 Stiffened front brake carrier plate - Myth. X PL.851 Cast iron hub - steering column head - Myth. X PL.871… | ||
| scan0283 | Progress report from the Gun Installation Section on automatic sight adjustments for the Bofors Gun. | ||
| View original record | -4- Ev/JD.10/JH.1.10.41. Gun Installation Section. Progress Report - Sept. 29th. 1941. Work completed. PL.856 Automatic Sight Adjustment lateral sights - Bofors Gun. Work in Hand. PL.884. Automatic… | ||
| scan0284 | Chassis progress report for the two weeks ending January 12th, 1942. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: Chassis To Rm. c. to Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. Handwritten: 1125 Ev/JD.5/KC.14.1.42. Chassis Progress Report. For two weeks ending Mon. Jan. 12th, 1942. Work Completed. PL.1101 23 1/2 gallon… | ||
| scan0285 | Chassis progress report for the two weeks ending January 26th, 1942. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c.c. to Ev. c.c. to Rm/FJH. 1125 Ev/JD.5/KC.26.1.42. Chassis Progress Report. For the two weeks ending Jan.26th. 1942. Work completed. PL.1181 Investigation of Cane Drag on 2nd, 3rd, & 4th… | ||
| scan0286 | Chassis progress report stating that no work was done for the two weeks ending February 9th, 1942. | ||
| View original record | FILE 1125 To Rm. c. to Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. Ev/JD.2/KC.10.2.42. Chassis Progress Report. For the two weeks ending Feb. 9th, 1942. No chassis work has been done during the above fortnight. The work list… | ||
| scan0287 | Chassis progress report for the two weeks ending in late February 1942. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c. to EV. c. to Rm/MIH. File Cars 112S Ev/JD.5/KO.23.2.42. Chassis Progress Report. For the two weeks ending Feb. 23rd, 1942. Work Completed. PL.1283 Stone Guards for 23 gallon Petrol Tank.… | ||
| scan0288 | Chassis progress report for the two weeks ending March 9th, 1942. | ||
| View original record | File 1125 To Rm. c. to Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. Ev/JD.2/KC.9.3.42. Chassis Progress Report. For the two weeks ending March 9th, 1942. Work completed. FL.1298 Rear spring, front anchorage and crossmember.… | ||
| scan0289 | Bi-weekly progress report for the Chassis Section. | ||
| View original record | 1125 To Hp. from Ev/JD. Copy to Ev. Rm/SJH. Ev/JD.7/SL.25.3.42. PROGRESS REPORT CHASSIS SECTION For the two weeks ending 23rd March, 1942. WORK COMPLETED. All the details for the large B.V. petrol… | ||
| scan0290 | Chassis section work report for the two weeks ending 20th April 1942. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Ev/JD. Copy to Ev. Rm/FJH. 1125 Ev/JD.4/ET.20.4.42. CHASSIS SECTION FOR THE TWO WEEKS ENDING 20th APRIL 1942. WORK COMPLETED. PL.1384 (2 sheets) - Diaphragm & Flywheel Housing - Austin 8… | ||
| scan0291 | Progress report confirming the completion of modifications to the first motion shaft and the anti-roll rod in the chassis section. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c.c. to Ev. [text struck through] c.c. to Rm/FJH. [Handwritten in red]: 1125 File No. 3152. Ev/Tln.1/HM.18.9.42. Progress Report Chassis section. [underlined] PL.1525 - Mod to first motion… | ||
| scan0292 | Progress report on mileage and reliability testing for various chassis and engine parts. | ||
| View original record | 1125 To Rm. from Rm/Wym. CHASSIS DIVISION - PROGRESS REPORT. We give you herewith list of the mileage covered on Senior rationalised chassis and the engine parts to date. Parts Run. Total Mileages.… | ||
| scan0293 | Faults and repairs for chassis 30.G.VII and 3.B.50 at various mileages. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- - 2 - With regard to chassis mileage 30.G.VII has now completed 110,000 miles, and the troubles experienced are listed as follows :- 31,500 Miles Rear brake drums badly scored. New drums… | ||
| scan0294 | Fault report detailing component failures and ongoing issues at various mileages. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- - 3 - Rm/Wym. 1/OH. 24.11.42. 16,500 Miles) 19,000 " ) Front shock damper failed. New type dampers are now running successfully on other cars - see item FRONT SUSPENSION in FAULTS list.… | ||
| scan0295 | Technical report on vehicle component issues and resolutions, including mileage data. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- - 4 - Rm/Wym.1/OH. 24.11.42 being thrown up into the trigger mechanism. These small stones are spread about during the ice and snow periods. Since fitting a guard over the trigger mechanism… | ||
| scan0296 | Progress report on the performance and wear of various vehicle components including axles, cylinder bores, and engines. | ||
| View original record | -cont'd- - 5 - Rm/Wym.1/OH.24.11.42. Rear Axle. We have had no further failures with axles other than the one reported on 30.G.VII after 70,000 miles. The simplified thrust bearing has now run 44,650… | ||
| scan0297 | Major body troubles experienced over three years, including water leaks, rattling roofs, and exhaust heat issues. | ||
| View original record | -con'd- - 6 - good performance, we still have a lot of work to do however to get some of the noise out of the engine. Major troubles with B.V and B.60 Bodies. The main troubles that we have… | ||
| scan0298 | Performance and testing of post-war rationalised chassis designs. | ||
| View original record | 1212 600 800b To: Sg. and Hs. from Rm. Rm.4/CH. 24.11.42. Post War Rationalised Chassis. Although the national emergency has completely stopped all work on Chassis Development for obvious reasons, we… | ||
| scan0299 | Difficulty in locating drawings after they were contributed to a wartime salvage effort, but confirming the job is proceeding. | ||
| View original record | Chassis 28 To: Psn. from Rm. Rm. 3/h. 2.11.43. Your Reference: Psn. 2/MD. 29.10.43. I am doing my best to get drawings but, as you can imagine, after four years of war, we are having no end of a… | ||
| scan0300 | Status of chassis and coachwork projects, and listing required specifications for various models and components. | ||
| View original record | CONFIDENTIAL 1125 To. Rm. from Ev/JD. Ev/JD.7/GAB.3.1.44. c. to. Ev. Chassis Work The following chassis and coachwork is in hand:- Silver Ripple. 1/16 Scale Close Coupled Saloon. - Silver Ripple -… | ||
| scan0301 | List of required designs for the Silver Ripple model, split into two stages. | ||
| View original record | COPY To. Rm. from Ev/JD. c. to. Ev. Ev/JD.6/GAB.22.12.43. Silver Ripple The following is a list of designs required, in order that the first five Silver Ripples can be built:- Engine Mounting - PL.34.… | ||
| scan0302 | Advertisement for Metalastik Crankshaft Dynamic Balancers fitted by Austin, Daimler & M.G. | ||
| View original record | THREE FAMOUS FIRMS Eliminate Torsional Vibration by fitting METALASTIK Crankshaft Dynamic Balancers ! Sectional Photograph METALASTIK Crankshaft Dynamic Balancer. It has NO MOVABLE PARTS, DOES NOT… | ||
| scan0303 | Reprint from 'ENGINEERING' magazine about the bonding of rubber and metal by Metalastik, Limited. | ||
| View original record | Reprinted from “ENGINEERING,” September 30, 1938. THE BONDING OF RUBBER AND METAL. MESSRS. METALASTIK, LIMITED, LEICESTER. THERE is no doubt that the use of rubber, in damping torsional oscillation,… | ||
| scan0304 | Page discussing various applications of bonded rubber for vibration damping and illustrating a shearing test. | ||
| View original record | 2 between the driving and driven members, it removes chatter and ensures a more progressive engagement. A very interesting development which has, however, hardly yet emerged from the testing stage by… | ||
| scan0305 | Preliminary leaflet from Metalastik Ltd. regarding engine mountings. | ||
| View original record | File 1127. under Engine Mountings METALASTIK METALASTIK LTD., EVINGTON VALLEY ROAD, LEICESTER TELEPHONE 24531 (4 lines) TELEGRAMS: METALASTIK, LEICESTER Preliminary Leaflet MET. 3m. 1/37 | ||
| scan0306 | Promotional document for METALASTIK Ltd. describing their rubber-bonded-to-metal anti-vibration mountings. | ||
| View original record | FROM the title of METALASTIK Ltd. it is not difficult to deduce that the Company's activities will be the development and production of RUBBER-BONDED-TO-METAL mounting units specifically designed for… | ||
| scan0307 | Promotional document detailing various 'Metalastik' vibration-damping components for motor vehicles. | ||
| View original record | METALASTIK COACHWORK SILENCING METALASTIK Body Mounting The majority of body noises are the result of minute noises arising from vibration being amplified by body panels which magnify the noise to… | ||
| scan0308 | Product information page for METALASTIK rubber mountings, suspensions, and couplings. | ||
| View original record | In cases where the design of the engine does not allow for suspension by the “Floating Power” system, other designs of resilient suspension can be applied. Here also of course, the solution must be of… | ||
| scan0309 | Reprint from 'Machinery' journal describing the Metalastik process. | ||
| View original record | Reprinted from MACHINERY A Journal of Production Engineering. Clifton House, 83-113, Euston Road, London, N.W.1. THE METALASTIK PROCESS METALASTIK LTD. LEICESTER [Stamp on left page]: BRITISH ENG...… | ||
| scan0310 | Journal reprint discussing the Metalastik process of bonding metal and rubber for vibration-absorbing applications. | ||
| View original record | Reprinted from MACHINERY, September 29, 1938 The Metalastik Process Vibration-absorbing Machine Mountings and Flexible Couplings are but Two of the Numerous Interesting Applications of this Process of… | ||
| scan0311 | Letter from Metalastik Ltd following up on a visit to their stand at the Motor Show and sending pamphlets. | ||
| View original record | 1127 DIRECTORS: H. H. BURTON A. G. BARRETT M. H. HEILBUT TELEPHONE 24531 (4 lines) TELEGRAMS "METALASTIK LEICESTER" METALASTIK LTD EVINGTON VALLEY ROAD LEICESTER PATENTEES AND MANUFACTURERS OF… | ||
| scan0312 | Letter from Metalastik following up on engine mountings provided for testing. | ||
| View original record | 1127. DIRECTORS: H. H. BURTON A. G. BARRETT M. H. HEILBUT METALASTIK LTD EVINGTON VALLEY ROAD LEICESTER TELEPHONE 24531 (4 lines) TELEGRAMS "METALASTIK LEICESTER" PATENTEES AND MANUFACTURERS OF… | ||
| scan0313 | Letter to Metalastik Ltd. requesting dimensions and rubber hardness for a body mounting. | ||
| View original record | 1127 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. November. 22nd. December, 1938. Rm/Wym.8/JH. Metalastik Ltd., Evington Valley Road, LEICESTER Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of November 19th. ref. HWRT/HFC, and… | ||
| scan0314 | Letter from Metalastik Ltd regarding rubber body mountings and arranging a meeting to show samples. | ||
| View original record | 1127 DIRECTORS: H. H. BURTON A. G. BARRETT M. H. HEILBUT METALASTIK LTD EVINGTON VALLEY ROAD LEICESTER TELEPHONE 24531 (4 lines) TELEGRAMS "METALASTIK LEICESTER" PATENTEES AND MANUFACTURERS OF… | ||
| scan0315 | Letter to Metalastik Ltd. regarding experiments with engine mounts, rubber air dashpots, and rubber rings. | ||
| View original record | 1127 Experimental Dept. Rm/AFM.8/MH. 25th. November 1938. Metalastik Ltd., Evington Valley Road, LEICESTER. Your Ref. HWRT/CEG. Dear Sirs, In reply to your letter of 21st. November, although we are at… | ||
| scan0316 | Letter to Metalastik Ltd. arranging a meeting to discuss body mountings. | ||
| View original record | 1127 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. RM/Wym.14/JH. 26th. November, 1938. Metalastik Ltd., Evington Valley Road, LEICESTER. Dear Sirs, I thank you for your letter of Nov. 24th. reference MG/CEG. and note your… | ||
| scan0317 | Letter from Metalastik postponing a meeting regarding body mountings due to their General Manager's attendance at the Paris Aero Show. | ||
| View original record | 1127 DIRECTORS: H. H. BURTON A. C. BARRETT M. H. HEILBUT TELEPHONE 24531 (4 lines) TELEGRAMS "METALASTIK LEICESTER" METALASTIK LTD EVINGTON VALLEY ROAD LEICESTER PATENTEES AND MANUFACTURERS OF… | ||
| scan0318 | Letter to Metalastik Ltd. postponing a visit. | ||
| View original record | 1127 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/Wym.10/JH. 2nd. December, 1938. Metalastik Ltd., Evington Valley Road, LEICESTER. Dear sirs, In reply to your letter of the 28th. inst. ref. KT/GEA. I will postpone my… | ||
| scan0319 | Letter from Metalastik Ltd. arranging a meeting to discuss crankshaft vibration dampers and dynamic balancers. | ||
| View original record | Wym. File 1127 DIRECTORS: H. H. BURTON A. G. BARRETT M. H. HEILBUT METALASTIK LTD EVINGTON VALLEY ROAD LEICESTER TELEPHONE 24531 (4 lines) TELEGRAMS "METALASTIK LEICESTER" PATENTEES AND MANUFACTURERS… | ||
| scan0320 | Letter from Metalastik Ltd regarding a proposed visit to the works on Thursday 8th instant. | ||
| View original record | 1127. DIRECTORS: H. H. BURTON A. G. BARRETT M. H. HEILBUT METALASTIK LTD EVINGTON VALLEY ROAD LEICESTER TELEPHONE 24531 (4 lines) TELEGRAMS "METALASTIK LEICESTER" PATENTEES AND MANUFACTURERS OF… | ||
| scan0321 | Typed message to Metalastik in Leicester regarding a meeting with Goldschmidt. | ||
| View original record | 1127. Rm/R. 7.12.38. METALASTIK LEICESTER. GOLDSCHMIDT CONVENIENT TO SEE YOU ANY TIME TOMORROW THURSDAY AFTERNOON. ROBOTHAM | ||
| scan0322 | Letter from the Experimental Department to Metalastik Ltd. arranging a meeting with Mr. Goldschmidt. | ||
| View original record | 8 . 1127 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/Wym.4/JH. 7th. December, 1938. Metalastik Ltd., Evington Valley Road, Leicester. Dear Sirs, Replying to your of the 3rd. inst. ref. GEG.G. I will make a point of… | ||
| scan0323 | Letter from Metalastik Ltd concerning Body Mountings, enclosing drawings as alternatives to flat and L-type designs. | ||
| View original record | 1124 DIRECTORS: H. H. BURTON A. G. BARRETT M. H. HEILBUT METALASTIK LTD EVINGTON VALLEY ROAD LEICESTER TELEPHONE 24531 (4 lines) TELEGRAMS "METALASTIK LEICESTER" PATENTEES AND MANUFACTURERS OF… | ||
| scan0324 | Letter to Metalastik Ltd. requesting the experimental production of parts with a specified rubber hardness. | ||
| View original record | 1124 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/Wym.6/JH. 16th. December, 1938. Metalastik Ltd., Evington Valley Road, LEICESTER. For the attention of Mr. Page. Dear Sirs, In reply to your letter of the 14th inst.… | ||
| scan0325 | Letter from Metalastik Ltd. confirming instructions to prepare Metalastik Body Mountings. | ||
| View original record | 1127. DIRECTORS: H. H. BURTON A. G. BARRETT M. H. HEILBUT TELEPHONE 24531 (4 lines) TELEGRAMS "METALASTIK LEICESTER" METALASTIK LTD EVINGTON VALLEY ROAD LEICESTER PATENTEES AND MANUFACTURERS OF… | ||
| scan0326 | Request to order experimental body mountings from Metalastik Ltd. for Bentley V and Bentley 50 cars. | ||
| View original record | 1127 To Roy. c. to G/JWH. Rm/Wym.11/JH.22.12.38. Will you please send an official order to Metalastik Ltd., Evington ValleynRoad, Leicester for 16 body mountings to drawing No.3122 and 10 to drawing… | ||
| scan0327 | Tests on different body mountings to improve vehicle quietness and steering stability. | ||
| View original record | 1W24 + 800. COPY FOR FILES. To Rm. from Rm/Caswell. 4.5.39. RE BODY MOUNTINGS - 1.B.50. The following tests of different body mountings were made in an endeavour to determine the most suitable type to… | ||
| scan0328 | The testing and comparison of 'Metalastik' and 'Rubber insertion' body mountings. | ||
| View original record | -2- "Metalastik" Mountings. These were fitted to all body supports - 16 in all - which included 4 at the dash and cowl so that all metallic connections at those points between body and frame were… | ||
| scan0329 | Technical note comparing car body quietness, rumbling, and buffeting effects on models 1.B.50 and 2.B.50. | ||
| View original record | -3- 4.5.39. Fitting similar tyres to 1.B.50 did not notice-ably detract from the front compartment's quietness. On the whole 2.B.50 is a far more pleasing product than 1.B.50. The body is different… | ||
| scan0330 | Suggesting the use of metal-spraying on exhaust pipes to prevent corrosion and increase their lifespan, proposing a trial on a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | WYMAN. Is this likely to be a treatment we have tried? PM 1127. S/W... Rm. AA8/BK.18.5.39. When I was calling on a Bentley owner yesterday at the Airport, Portsmouth, I saw them metal-spraying engine… | ||
| scan0331 | Responding to a query about the 'Aluminising' process used on standard Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | 1124. W/S - AA. Rm/Wym.4/JH.24.5.39. In reply to your memo. AA.8/BK.18.5.39. we rather think that the process you are referring to is known as 'Aluminising'. If this is the case, it has been used on… | ||
| scan0332 | Letter to Metalastik Ltd. declining further tests on their body mountings as no improvement was found. | ||
| View original record | 7027 1127 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/FD.2/JH. 8th. June, 1939. Metalastik Ltd., Evington Valley Road, LEICESTER. For the attention of Mr. Trigg. Dear Sirs, With reference to the metalastik body… | ||
| scan0333 | Recommendation for high front engine mounts based on experiments with low and raised mounting systems. | ||
| View original record | 1127. By: from Rm. ~~Da.~~ ~~Da/Ev.~~ ~~Da/Jnr.~~ ~~e. Rm/Wym.~~ FRONT ENGINE MOUNTINGS. We have for some time past been experimenting with a low engine mounting on cast iron 6-cylinder engines. We… | ||
| scan0334 | Request to have two sets of engine mounting parts made by Messrs. White Ltd. to fit cast iron engine units onto a B.V. chassis. | ||
| View original record | 1127 To HPS. Rm/FD.6/JH.7.11.39. Will you please have 2 sets of engine mounting parts made up by Messrs. White Ltd., so that we can fit cast iron engine units to our B.V. chassis. Rm/FD. | ||
| scan0335 | Fan noise and improvements to the 8-cylinder engine mounting. | ||
| View original record | 1127, 1135 + 1044 To Rm/FD. c. to Rm/Wym. Rm.6/JH.15.12.39. files 1044 + 1022 Two features not mentioned in your list of work going on are :- (1) Fan noise. (2) Improvement in 8 cyl. engine mounting… | ||
| scan0336 | Order for 12 rear engine mounting rubbers with specific hardness ratings. | ||
| View original record | 1127. To Les. from Rm/Wym. c. G/JWH. Rm/Wym.1/SW.19.3.40. Engine Mounting Rubbers. Will you please order for us 12 rear engine mounting rubbers FW.1970. 4 - 50-55 Durometer Hardness 4 - 60-65 " " 4 -… | ||
| scan0337 | On experiments with front engine mounting on the B.50 Chassis to improve performance at slow speeds. | ||
| View original record | 1127 To Ev. o. to Jnr. We have been experimenting with the front engine mounting on the B.50 Chassis with a view to improving same particularly at slow speeds. The present standard front mounting with… | ||
| scan0338 | Photograph showing the front of an engine with a cooling fan, belt, and pulley system. | ||
| View original record | BENTLEY MOTORS (1931) LTD. CONDUIT ST LONDON W. ISSUES NO. MAKERS NO. 14523 RH7706 | ||
| scan0339 | Instructions for a modified front engine mounting on the Ripplet chassis. | ||
| View original record | File 1127 & 1010 To. Rm c.c. EV. Rm/HH.2/ 13. 4. 40 Ripplet Chassis Sec: 7000. Frame & Fittings ECD. 1491 Modified Front Engine Mounting. Please receive herewith blueprints of the following new… | ||
| scan0340 | Re-design of the Left Hand B.80 Front Engine Mounting. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c. to Rm/HH. file 1127 Foz-u Jnr.18/JH.14.5.40. Left Hand B.80 Front Engine Mounting. With reference to Rm/Wym.4/JH.1.4.40. Herewith PL.222 showing the re-design of mounting the rubbers… | ||
| scan0341 | Continuation memo regarding a fan belt, enclosing prints of PL.222 and copies of a memo. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. fan belt should also now be satisfactory. Enclosed 2 prints of PL.222. 4 copies of memo. Jnr. | ||
| scan0342 | Excessive B.60 engine movement and a request to increase engine control. | ||
| View original record | To Wym. Rm/1/RH.28.12.40. 1127 MOUNTING B.60 ENGINE. The mounting of 9.B.V allows too large engine movement and is now unpleasant at low speeds. Will you please increase the engine control. We… | ||
| scan0343 | Report on vehicle tests and suggesting their replication to confirm results on production cars. | ||
| View original record | To Mx. from Hs/Rm. X.38 1004 Hs/Rm1/LG12. 3. 29. We hand you herewith a report from OY. ref. OY/RHF2/25.2.29. We think the tests he describes might be of use to you in checking production cars, and… | ||
| scan0344 | Dynamometer test report for chassis number 17-G-IV. | ||
| View original record | Hs. K/1004 3rd June 1929 REPORT ON DYNAMOMETER TEST CHASSIS NO. 17-G-IV. Engine freedom - very good. Temperature outside radiator 26° Temperature at Carburetter inlet 33° Petrol consumption 28 pints… | ||
| scan0345 | Engine valve timing, ignition timing, power curve data, compression ratio, and clearance volume. | ||
| View original record | X 38A 1004 To EP. from Hs/Gy. Hs/Gy1/TAJ.11.7.29. Re. S.S. X1440. X928. X490 X381. (1) Std. Valve Timing. We attach print V.527, Standard Valve Timing. (2) Std. Ignition Timing. This is 12° before… | ||
| scan0346 | Procedure for dynamometer testing, suggesting a lower torque run in first gear to prevent damage. | ||
| View original record | X 384 . 1004 To Mx. from Hs/Gry. Hs/Gry.9/KT.10.6.32. P.II. DYNAMOMETER. We can see no useful purpose in running full torque on 1st gear. We suggest that the 10 mins. run on 1st gear should be run… | ||
| scan0347 | The procedure for a Phantom II dynamometer test and a proposal for a change based on recent experience. | ||
| View original record | Mx. from Hs. c. EP. c. Wor. 1004 Hs.2/AD5.7.32. PHANTOM II DYNAMOMETER TEST Part of the dynamometer test on P.II chassis is a run of 10 minutes full torque on 1st gear. On the 25 H.P. however, the… | ||
| scan0348 | Modification to the Phantom II dynamometer test for the full torque on first gear. | ||
| View original record | Hs from Mx [handwritten number crossed out] 1004 Mx6/T7.7.32. Phantom II Dynamometer Test Hs2/AD5.7.32. I have discussed with EP the point you raised, and we agree, in view of your experience with the… | ||
| scan0349 | Dynamometer test report for the 'Peregrine' model. | ||
| View original record | Please File X 6004 DYNAMOMETER TEST PEREGRINE 27-7-32 Peregrine run on dyno. to Run instructions 3rd gear 4000 revs - 5 min. 110 lbs " " 3000 " 5 min. 125 " " " 2000 " 1/2 hour 132 " 2nd " 2000 " 15… | ||
| scan0350 | Letter concerning the shaft material, design, and alignment issues for a 40 HP Dynamometer. | ||
| View original record | EDWARDS X1126. LAURENCE, SCOTT & ELECTROMOTORS LTD ESTABLISHED 1883. NORWICH. SPECIALISTS IN D.C. AND A.C. ELECTRICAL MACHINERY AND CONTROL GEAR. WORKS & REGISTERED OFFICE—GOTHIC WORKS, NORWICH.… | ||
| scan0351 | Continuation of a letter from Laurence, Scott & Electromotors, Ltd. discussing a shaft issue. | ||
| View original record | Continuation of letter from LAURENCE, SCOTT & ELECTROMOTORS, LTD., Sheet No. 2 Date 13.10.36 To Messrs.Rolls Royce Ld. your shaft we cannot see why a back-fire should have any effect and we trust that… | ||
| scan0352 | Requesting the fitting of newly produced 10/43 back axle gears to the Bentley Dynamometer Chassis 5.B.1V. | ||
| View original record | 1126 To HPS. from Rm/FJH. c. Rm/FD. Rm/FJH.3/AP.28.3.38 BENTLEY DYNAMOMETER CHASSIS 5.B.1V. We understand that of the 10/41 and 10/43 back axle gears to suit nose bearings to PD.41 now being produced,… | ||
| scan0353 | Quotation from Hopkinsons Limited for an 8-inch dial pressure gauge. | ||
| View original record | HOPKINSONS LIMITED. CODES: BENTLEY'S A.B.C. 5TH EDITION. LIEBERS. WESTERN UNION. LONDON D/RCA/RK/MNE(DUP) PATENTEES & MANUFACTURERS OF SAFETY BOILER MOUNTINGS & VALVES. HUDDERSFIELD. 34 NORFOLK… | ||
| scan0354 | Letter of inquiry to Hopkinsons Ltd. regarding the supply and price of two specific pressure gauges. | ||
| View original record | 1126 c. EJJ/DH. Rm/Gry.3/MH. 19th. January, 1939. Messrs. Hopkinsons Ltd., HUDDERSFIELD. Your Ref. 'RCA'E.4249. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of 17/1/39. It is essential for our purposes that… | ||
| scan0355 | Letter from Hopkinsons Limited regarding a quotation for 8' pressure gauges and an inability to supply a specific calibration. | ||
| View original record | E.H. 8057/7445 1126 CODES: BENTLEY'S, A.B.C. 5TH. EDITION, LIEBERS, WESTERN UNION. HOPKINSONS LIMITED, LONDON D/RCA/RK/MNE PATENTEES & MANUFACTURERS OF SAFETY BOILER MOUNTINGS & VALVES. 34, NORFOLK… | ||
| scan0356 | Confirming a request for drawings for a Bentley Dynamometer Chassis. | ||
| View original record | 1126. To By/Ald. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.1/MH.7.2.39. BENTLEY DYNAMOMETER CHASSIS. This is to confirm our having asked you to make the necessary drawings for mounting the rear axle ball bearings, and for… | ||
| scan0357 | Parts and drawings required for a hydraulic measuring unit for all chassis. | ||
| View original record | 1126 c. Rm. By/Ald.1/AW.17.2.39. HYDRAULIC MEASURING UNIT. ALL CHASSIS. Please receive herewith 2 Blue Prints of the following drawings:- SCD. 1175. - Hydraulic Measuring Unit. 1 off. EXS. 1432. -… | ||
| scan0358 | Parts and drawings for a torque measuring apparatus modification on the rear axle. | ||
| View original record | MDS. c. Rm. ~~c. Ray.GRY.~~ By/Ald.2/AW.17.2.39. TORQUE MEASURING APPARATUS. REAR SPRING SECTION 7030. REAR AXLE SECTION 6120. Please receive herewith 2 Blue Prints of the following new drawings:-… | ||
| scan0359 | The order of a pressure gauge for a Bentley 11 torque measuring apparatus. | ||
| View original record | 1156 c. Rm/GRY. By/Ald.1/AW.14.3.39. BENTLEY 11. TORQUE MEASURING APPARATUS. REAR AXLE - SECTION 6120. Further to our memo By/Ald.1/AW.17.2.39 will you please order one Pressure Gauge, for use with… | ||
| scan0360 | The peculiar behaviour of a B.60 unit on a dynamometer and standardising future horsepower curve reporting. | ||
| View original record | 1126 Rm/FD. from Rm. Rm9/R.24.3.39. With reference to the attached dynamometer curve, we do not think that this should have been sent through without some comment on the peculiar behaviour of B.60… | ||
| scan0361 | Request for a pair of dynamometer axle gears for testing under 8 cylinder torque, based on new blueprints. | ||
| View original record | 1126 & 1015 To HPS/RH. Rm/Gry.6/JH.11.8.39. With regard to our conversation with WSC. about dynamometer axle gears, Lesson has prepared new marked up blue prints of these numbers GB.53339/40. We… | ||