Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Communication regarding the ordering of parts for Phantom III low-speed wobbles. | ||
| View original record | F.J.H. 250 1245 See Mx about despatching these Rm. To Rolls-Royce Ltd. Derby............ Rm. Copy to D/BP. Levallois Re: PHANTOM III LOW SPEED WOBBLES With further reference to your… | ||
| scan0002 | The billing of 'Seapak' noise insulation for a Bentley to the Paris Depot. | ||
| View original record | 1245 To C.W.B. from HPS/WSC. c. Rm/Gry. c. P.H.D. HPS/WSC.17/BA.4.1.37. Bentley Noise Insulation In reply to the attached note, regarding parts on loan, despatched to Sr, in accordance with,… | ||
| scan0003 | Winfield Carburetter following a demonstration tour on the Riviera. | ||
| View original record | 1265 Rolls-Royce Ltd. Derby.........Rm. Showrooms Sr/DnIQ/MLG.4.I.37 Re- The Winfield Carburetter On my return from a demonstration tour on the Riviera with our PH.III car, I have received your… | ||
| scan0004 | Discussion at the Paris Depot concerning the replacement of main bearings. | ||
| View original record | 1245. To HS. HOTEL DE FRANCE, CHATEAUROUX, Indre, France. GWH/3/JAB. 5th January 1936. PARIS DEPOT. I called in at the Paris Depot and talked the matter of bearings over with Sr. and Allen. Sr.… | ||
| scan0005 | To Bentley Motors Ltd. concerning the costs for bearing tightening and replacement jobs. | ||
| View original record | 1245 To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby............ Rm. Levallois Sr/VA3/ET.5.I.37 Re: BENTLEY BEARINGS We have prepared for you the cost of the bearing tightening up job, stepping of liners etc.., in… | ||
| scan0006 | Dispatch and fitting of main and big end bearings for chassis B.60 GA during a 10,000 mile test. | ||
| View original record | Bentley Motors (1931) Ltd., DERBY...................Rm. 1245 Jules SWDL [crossed out] Sr/VA2/Crn. 5.1.37. Look out for these bearings coming into the Stores Rms chassis B.60 GA - Paris Trials car.… | ||
| scan0007 | The re-occurrence of steering wobble on Continental Trials Car chassis 3.AZ.20. | ||
| View original record | 1245 To Rolls-Royce Ltd. Derby...............Rm. Copy to Mr. [REDACTED] Levallois Sr/VA4/ET.6.1.37 Re: CHASSIS 3.AZ.20 - CONTINENTAL TRIALS CAR Re-occurrence of steering wobble. With reference to… | ||
| scan0008 | Possibility and method of changing main bearings on a Bentley 3 1/2 litre chassis without removing the engine. | ||
| View original record | Swell. Please talk over with shop & discuss with me. Rm. (Handwritten) To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby. Copy to .....HU. ..................Rm. Levallois Re: MAIN BEARINGS BENTLEY 3 I/2 LITRE CHASSIS… | ||
| scan0009 | Nitriding of crankshafts in France and the selection of steel. | ||
| View original record | Rm. RE: NITRIDING OF CRANKSHAFTS IN FRANCE. (Chassis B.6.BN.) Referring to the correspondence from Sr. which we return herewith, consisting of VA.3/ET.30.12.36. to yourself and copies of letters to… | ||
| scan0010 | The despatch of larger oil pumps and big ends for cars in France. | ||
| View original record | Rm. C. BY. - from RHC RHC.1/MW.6.1.37. LARGER OIL PUMPS FOR CARS IN FRANCE. With reference to mem. Rm15/R.18.12.36. now that we have received the necessary material and can anticipate the completion… | ||
| scan0011 | Confirming the fitting of a larger oil pump to a 'J' Series Bentley chassis as standard. | ||
| View original record | BY. - from RHC. c.c. HS. c. Rm. G.S. c. Roy. c. GT/CS RHC.2/MW.6.1.37. BENTLEY CHASSIS - RE. LARGER OIL PUMP. With reference to memo. BY.2/G.29.12.36. now that we have received the necessary material… | ||
| scan0012 | Summary of quarterly complaints regarding Bentley chassis for the quarter ending 31st December 1936. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. Derby. Levallois Sr/VA12/ET.7.1.37 Re: QUARTERLY COMPLAINTS. Please find attached copy of Quarterly Complaints in connection with Bentley chassis, for the quarter ending 31st December 1936. The… | ||
| scan0013 | Quarterly report from late 1936 analyzing brake complaints on Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | BENTLEY CHASSIS - DECEMBER QUARTER 1936 I. TOTAL BRAKES COMPLAINTS December quarter C.C. 22 C.P. 3 25 Previous quarter C.C. 15 C.P. 4 19 Six months ------------ 44 ========== 2. BRAKES INEFFICIENT… | ||
| scan0014 | Various brake-related issues and their resolutions over different quarters. | ||
| View original record | -2- 5. FRONT BRAKES PULLING TO ONE SIDE OR UNEVEN BRAKING. December quarter C.C. 2 2 B.173.EJ -10387 miles - Oil leak on to liners. C.P. Re made joint between brake carrier plate and Previous quarter… | ||
| scan0015 | Summary report of vehicle faults categorized by type and time period, with case-specific notes. | ||
| View original record | -8- 9. REAR BRAKES UNEVEN BRAKING CAUSING CAR TO SKID TO ONE SIDE. December quarter C.C. 1 1 C.P. Previous quarter C.C. C.P. ------------------------------------ Six months… | ||
| scan0016 | Quarterly summary of servo and clutch system complaints with associated vehicle case details. | ||
| View original record | -4- 13. SERVO THUMPS OR SQUEAKS. December quarter C.C. I I B.100.HK - 2263 kms.- Cleaned & rebedded liners to cure squeaking. Previous quarter C.C. 2 2 C.P. ------- Six months 3 ------- 14. SERVO… | ||
| scan0017 | Various clutch failures including insufficient pedal clearance, juggering, burn-out, and brutal operation, with case details. | ||
| View original record | -5- 17. (a) CLUTCH INSUFFICIENT CLEARANCE OF PEDAL. (b) CLUTCH DOES NOT STOP. December quarter C.C. C.P. Previous quarter C.C. I I C.P. Six months -------- I -------- 18. CLUTCH JUGGERS 4 1/4 LITRE… | ||
| scan0018 | Summary report of vehicle faults and modifications over a six-month period. | ||
| View original record | -6- 21. FITTED NEW SCREWS TO CLUTCH BOSSES AS PER D.S.HD.295. December quarter C.C. C.P. 2 2 Previous quarter C.C. C.P. 3 3 ------------------- Six months 5 Standard modification as per Hd. 295.… | ||
| scan0019 | Faults with defective sparking plugs and engine pinking/detonation. | ||
| View original record | -7- 25. DEFECTIVE SPARKING PLUGS. December quarter C.C. 9 9 C.P. Previous quarter C.C. 3 3 C.P. Six months ------------ 12 ------------ 3 1/8 litre B. 16.DK - 38400 kms.- Fitted 6 850 type KLG. plugs… | ||
| scan0020 | Summary report on engine faults including oil consumption, bearings, water pumps, and gear rattles. | ||
| View original record | -8- 27. EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION AND OVER OILING. December quarter C.C. 2 2 C.P. Previous quarter C.C. 2 2 C.P. - 2 ------------------ Six months 4 ------------------ 28. ENGINE BEARINGS 3 1/2 & 4… | ||
| scan0021 | Summary of faults and modifications related to oil plugs, engine valves, fans, and main bearings. | ||
| View original record | -9- 31. FITTED NEW TYPE OIL DRAIN PLUG TO CRANKCASE. December quarter C.C. C.P. I I Previous quarter C.C. C.P. 3 3 ---------- Six months 4 Standard modification job as per D.S. Hd.293. B.20I.CW -… | ||
| scan0022 | Engine component failures, oil pressure, and leakage issues. | ||
| View original record | -10- 35. FITTED A SET OF CONNECTING RODS WITH HALL'S METAL BEARINGS. December quarter C.C. 4 4 C.P. Previous quarter C.C. 3 7 C.P. 4 Six months II B. 19.DK - 38400 kms.- Big end bearings loss of metal… | ||
| scan0023 | Summary report on faults and remedies for components like cam balancing devices, tappets, torque reaction dampers, and carburetters. | ||
| View original record | -II- 39. CAM BALANCING DEVICE NOISY. December quarter C.C. I Previous quarter C.P. I I C.C. 2 C.P. I Six months ---------------- 3 ---------------- B. 60.GA - 23065 kms.- Dismantled tappet mechanism &… | ||
| scan0024 | Summary of engine and exhaust system faults and remedies from quarterly reports. | ||
| View original record | -12- 43. WATER LEAKS FROM ENGINE December quarter C.C. 2 2 B.173.EJ - 10387 miles - Fitted 2 new E.50201 & E.54933 joints to cylinder. C.P. Previous quarter C.C. B.154.GA - 8150 kms.- Cured water… | ||
| scan0025 | Summary report of vehicle faults, their frequency, and applied corrective actions. | ||
| View original record | -13- 47. REAR EXHAUST PIPE TOO SHORT. December quarter C.C. C.P. 2 2 Previous quarter C.C. C.P. 6 6 Six months 8 B. 3.HK - New car - (Fitted an extension to the B.102.HK - " " -)rear exhaust pipe to… | ||
| scan0026 | Periodic report detailing faults and modifications related to steering and front axles. | ||
| View original record | -14- 51. STEERING UNSTABLE AT HIGH SPEEDS December quarter C.C. 3 3 C.P. Previous quarter C.C. C.P. --------------------------------- Six months 3 B.196.DG - 18713 kms.- Fitted 4 F.50660/4 packing… | ||
| scan0027 | Issues and solutions for front axle control noise and slack. | ||
| View original record | -I5- 55. FRONT AXLE CONTROL NOISY OR SLACK READJUSTED CONTROLES. NO PARTS CHANGED. December quarter C.C. 4 Previous quarter C.P. 7 II C.C. C.P. ---------------------------------- lus Six months II… | ||
| scan0028 | Technical report detailing faults with front axle control, gear lever vibration, and gearbox issues. | ||
| View original record | -161- 57. FRONT AXLE CONTROL DRY AND SQUEAK. December quarter C.C. C.P. Previous quarter C.C. C.P. 2 2 Six months 2 We are now fitting a larger metering valve (ZT.3 type) as per D.S. HD. 305. 58. GEAR… | ||
| scan0029 | Summary report on vehicle faults related to the gearbox, rear wheel drivers, rear axle gear, and oil seals. | ||
| View original record | -17- 61. GEAR BOX 2nd.GEAR JUMPS OUT December quarter C.C. C.P. Previous quarter C.C. I I C.P. Six months I 62. FAILURE OF REAR WHEEL DRIVERS. December quarter C.C. 2 C.P. I 3 Previous quarter C.C.… | ||
| scan0030 | Faults and modifications related to rear wheel drivers and axle components. | ||
| View original record | -16- 65. REAR WHEEL DRIVER NOISE AND SLACK. December quarter C.C. 8 C.P. 2 Total: 10 Previous quarter C.C. 8 C.P. Total: 8 Six months Total: 18 B.226.GA - 12050 kms.- Swaged & refitted o/s driver to… | ||
| scan0031 | Summary report of vehicle faults including rear axle pinion failure and various springing complaints. | ||
| View original record | -19- 68. FAILURE OF REAR AXLE PINION December quarter C.C. I I C.P. Previous quarter C.C. C.P. Six months --------------- I B. 28.DG - 35000 kms.- Approx.- The extension of the pinion which takes the… | ||
| scan0032 | Customer complaints and remedies for weak springs and noisy hydraulic dampers. | ||
| View original record | -20- 72. REAR SPRINGS TOO WEAK CAUSING CRASHING OR UNCOMFORTABLE RIDING December quarter C.C. 1 1 C.P. Previous quarter C.C. 2 2 C.P. Six months 3 B.154.GA - 8150 kms.- Fitted an extra plate to each… | ||
| scan0033 | Faults with shock absorbers, dampers, and ride control. | ||
| View original record | -21- 76. FRONT HYDRAULIC SHOCK DAMPERS NOISY OR KNOCK. December quarter C.C. I I B.196.DG - 18713 kms.- Fitted new bushes. Previous quarter C.P. C.C. C.P. Six months ------- I 77. FAILURE OF REAR… | ||
| scan0034 | Quarterly fault report detailing issues with dynamos, horns, petrol gauges, and batteries, including case numbers and remedies. | ||
| View original record | -22- 80. DYNAMO INSUFFICIENT CHARGE OR IRREGULAR OR NOISY December quarter C.C. I I C.P. Previous quarter C.C. 4 4 C.P. Six months ----------------- 5 B. 74.GA - 15336 kms.- Noisy. Play in ball… | ||
| scan0035 | Quarterly report detailing component complaints and modifications, focusing on starter motors and S.U. petrol pumps. | ||
| View original record | -23- 84. DEFECTIVE STARTER MOTORS. December quarter C.O. C.P. Previous quarter C.O. I I C.P. Six months I -------------------------- 85. FITTED AN ADDITIONAL FUSE BOX D.S. HD. 298 December quarter… | ||
| scan0036 | Faults and repairs for S.U. petrol pumps and wing stay bolts. | ||
| View original record | -84- 88. S.U. PETROL PUMP LEAKS December quarter C.C. 10 10 C.P. Previous quarter C.C. 13 13 C.P. --------------------- Six months 23 B. FB - 18234 kms.- Fitted modified G5 pump. B. 73.EJ - 26500 kms.… | ||
| scan0037 | Vehicle faults, frequency of occurrence, and corrective actions taken. | ||
| View original record | -25- 91. HEAD LAMP CROSS MEMBER BROKEN (FB.1846) TYPE. December quarter C.C. C.P. Previous quarter C.C. C.P. 3 3 ------------------ Six months 3 --------------------------------------- 92. BONNET… | ||
| scan0038 | Summary report of defects related to speedometers, revolution counters, and clocks, detailing issues over a six-month period. | ||
| View original record | -86- 95. DEFECTIVE SPEEDOMETER December quarter C.C. 6 6 C.P. Previous quarter C.C. 8 C.P. 1 9 LIST Six months 15 96. CABLE OF SPEEDOMETER NOISY December quarter C.C. 2 C.P. 1 3 Previous quarter C.C.… | ||
| scan0039 | Summary report on defects and modifications concerning thermostats and W.B. bumpers. | ||
| View original record | -27- 99. THERMOSTAT DEFECTIVE December quarter C.C. I I B.171.DK - 30950 kms.- Thermostat opens but does not close. Fitted a new one. C.P. Previous quarter C.C. C.P. Six months I 100 FB.1839 NEW TYPE… | ||
| scan0040 | Summary of failures related to W.B. bumpers, including plates, clips, and stops. | ||
| View original record | -28- I03 FRONT PLATE OF W.B. BUMPER FOULS RUBBER STOPS. December quarter C.C. I C.P. I 2 Previous quarter C.C. I C.P. 2 3 --------- Six months 5 --------- B. 34.BN - 27270 kms.- Re-centered front… | ||
| scan0041 | Letter clarifying a confusion over the designation of a specific metal, Hoyts A.V.B. | ||
| View original record | 12405 To Rm. Derby. Levallois Dear Rm., In answer to your Rm5/R.5.I.37, I was very interested to read the enclosed lettre from Hoyts. However, there seems to have been some confusion, probably due to… | ||
| scan0042 | Dispatch of engine bearings, bearing failures, modifications, and new Dunlop tyres to resolve groaning issues. | ||
| View original record | 1245 Rm/GWH. from Rm. c. to Sr. Rm7/R.7.1.37. BEARINGS. We have to-day despatched the big end bear- ings to you. We are also sending you some spares and 3 spare white metal bearings to the standard… | ||
| scan0043 | Letter discussing the policy on replacing car bearings for customers in France. | ||
| View original record | File Swell 1245 HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. Rm/GWH/7/JAB. 9th January 1937. To. Rm. RE. BEARING SITUATION IN FRANCE. The bearing situation is not as alarming as was indicated by Mr.… | ||
| scan0044 | Confirmation of a telegram reply to Mr. Sleator at Francobrit, France. | ||
| View original record | 1245 11.1.37. Mr.Sleator, Francobrit, Levallois-Perret, France. TELEGRAMS RECEIVED REPLY O.K. ROBOTHAM, ROYCAR. | ||
| scan0045 | Delivery of larger oil pumps and the time taken for modifications to reach production. | ||
| View original record | Y 1245 W/P. To Sr. from Rm. Rm.8/AP.11.1.37. LARGER OIL PUMPS. Attached is a copy of a note from the Works, indicating when you will get larger oil pumps. I am afraid that, generally speaking, we… | ||
| scan0046 | Distributing the quarterly complaints report for various chassis for the quarter ending December 31st 1936. | ||
| View original record | To Rolls-Royce Ltd/ Derby......... Rm. 1245 EH/HS Levallois Sr/VA9/ET.12.I.37 Re: QUARTERLY COMPLAINTS. APM for SID Please find attached copy of Quarterly Complaints in connection with 20/25 H.P.,… | ||
| scan0047 | Quarterly complaints report on brake issues for 25/30HP, 20/25HP and PH.II chassis for December 1936. | ||
| View original record | RM QUARTERLEY COMPLAINTS - 25/30/HP. 20/25 HP. PH II CHASSIS -- DECEMBER QUARTER 1936 1. TOTAL BRAKE COMPLAINTS: 25HP. PH.II Total December quarter C.C. 2 2 4 C.P. Previous quarter C.C. 1 3 4 C.P.… | ||
| scan0048 | Quarterly report detailing customer complaints related to brakes, servos, and clutches, with specific case notes. | ||
| View original record | -2- 5. FRONT BRAKES OIL LEAK ON TO LINERS AFFECTING THE BRAKING. December quarter C.C. I 2 C.P. Previous quarter C.C. I I C.P. ---------- Six months I 2 3 --------------------------- 6. SERVO… | ||
| scan0049 | Vehicle faults such as clutch slips, oil leaks, broken valve springs, and noisy tappets. | ||
| View original record | -3- 9. CLUTCH SLIPS OR JAGGERS. December quarter C.C. I I Previous quarter C.C. 2 2 C.P. Six months 3 3 December quarter GSY.29 - 26200 miles - Slips . Relined. September quarter GEH.36 - 11000 Kms.-… | ||
| scan0050 | Report page detailing faults and maintenance on carburettors, drive shafts, engines, and oil consumption. | ||
| View original record | -4- 13. CARBURRETTER THROTTLE STICKS December quarter C.C. 2 C.P. Previous quarter C.C. C.P. --------------- Six months 2 2 --------------- December quarter 62.SK - 28150 kms.- Fitted a second… | ||
| scan0051 | Quarterly summary of reported vehicle faults, detailing issues with bonnets, spark plugs, magnetos, and engine couplings. | ||
| View original record | -5- 17. BONNET RATTLES OR NOISY December quarter C.C; 3 I 4 O.P. Previous quarter C.C. I I C.P. --------------------- Six months 4 I 5 --------------------- December quarter GHG.32 -18750 Kms.-… | ||
| scan0052 | Summary of exhaust system complaints, corrosion issues, and rattles over a six-month period. | ||
| View original record | -6- 21. TOTAL EXHAUST COMPLAINT December quarter C.C. 5 8 13 C.P. Previous quarter C.C. 1 2 3 C.P. Six months 6 10 16 22. EXHAUST SILENCER CORRODED December quarter C.C. 3 3 6 C.P. Previous quarter… | ||
| scan0053 | Quarterly report detailing faults and remedies for exhaust and steering systems. | ||
| View original record | -7- 24. EXHAUST BLOWS GENERALLY & CUT OUT SEIZED OR RATTLING. December quarter C.C. 2 2 C.P. Previous quarter C.C. 1 C.P. 1 Six months -------- 3 3 December quarter 79.RY - 41794 kms.- Fitted 2 new… | ||
| scan0054 | Summary report of vehicle faults and remedies for steering, springs, front axle, and suspension. | ||
| View original record | -8- 28. STEERING STIFF OR UNSTABLE. December quarter C.C. C.P. Previous quarter C.C. I I 2 C.P. Six months I I 2 September quarter GSY.51 - 25222 kms.- Stiff. Refaced contacts of cross steering tube.… | ||
| scan0055 | Quarterly summary of vehicle complaints related to hydraulic systems and dynamos, with actions taken. | ||
| View original record | 32. TOTAL HYDRAULIC COMPLAINTS December quarter C.C. 3 I 4 Previous quarter C.C. C.P. Six months 3 I 4 33. HYDRAULIC KNOCKS. December quarter C.C. I I 2 Previous quarter C.P. C.C. C.P. Six months I I… | ||
| scan0056 | Quarterly report of complaints for the Phantom 21 chassis for December 1936. | ||
| View original record | RM QUARTERLY COMPLAINTS - PHANTOM 21 CHASSIS - DECEMBER 1936 1.SELF ADJUSTING TAPPET MECHANISM CAUSES MISFIRE. December quarter C.C. 2 C.P. 1 ------- 3 ------- 3.AZ.110 - 6.852 kms.-- Certain valves… | ||
| scan0057 | List of reported vehicle faults, mileage, and corresponding service actions taken during the December quarter. | ||
| View original record | -2- 5. CARBURETTOR THROTTLE STICKING. December quarter O.C. I C.P. ------- I 3.AZ.140 - 3215 kms.- Cleaned throttle & throttle chamber. 6. OIL LEAK FROM ROCKER COVER. December quarter O.C. I C.P.… | ||
| scan0058 | Faults and remedies for gearbox, propeller shaft, and brake systems. | ||
| View original record | -3- 11. GEAR BOX NOISY December quarter C.C. I C.P. I 3.AZ.20 - 12725 kms. - Fitted a new gear box & returned original one to Works. 12. PROPELLOR SHAFT PERIOD AT VERY HIGH SPEEDS. December quarter… | ||
| scan0059 | Faults and repairs for issues related to brakes, servo, and steering systems. | ||
| View original record | -4- 17. BRAKES REAR SQUEAK. December quarter C.C. 1 C.P. -------- 1 3.AZ.20 - 3966 Kms.- Rebadded & reset pivotted shoes. 18. BRAKES ORDINARY ADJUSTMENTS. December quarter C.C. C.P. 4 -------- 4… | ||
| scan0060 | Log of vehicle faults and corrective actions regarding electrical components and the speedometer. | ||
| View original record | -5- 23. DYNAMO December quarter C.C. I C.P. I 3.AZ.110 - 2646 miles - Amperemeter fluctuates cleaned collector of dynamo in position. 24. ELECTRIC HORN DEFECTIVE December quarter C.C. 3 C.P. 3… | ||
| scan0061 | Requesting a special set of shims with specific hole diameters for a B.6.BN. chassis engine in Paris. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/Swdl. Y 1245. Rm/Swdl.14/AP.12.1.37. B.6.BN. CHASSIS (PARIS) The above engine has lead bronze big end bearings and when looked over by the Paris Depot the lead bronze facings were… | ||
| scan0062 | Request to Bentley Motors for the return of a tool sketch related to bearings. | ||
| View original record | To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby............ Rm. Files 1245. [Handwritten] [Handwritten Signature] Levallois Sr/VAI3/ET.14.I.37 Re: BENTLEY BEARINGS. With reference to our Sr/VA4/Crn.21.12.36, we shall be… | ||
| scan0063 | Internal query regarding the flexibility and periodicity of springs for the 25/30 HP model. | ||
| View original record | Rolls-Royce, Ltd., DERBY...........Rm/Les. Sr5/Crn.14.I.37. 25/30 HP springs. I am anxious to know what is the flexibility and periodicity of low rating springs on the 25/30 HP. Have we any springs of… | ||
| scan0064 | The performance of the Paris Trials Car (Chassis B.8.GA) following engine and brake modifications. | ||
| View original record | To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby......... Rm. Levallois Sr/VAI4/ET.14.IV.37 Re: CHASSIS B.8.GA - PARIS TRIALS CAR. With reference to our VAI/ET.31.12.36 concerning the modifications etc.. which we have… | ||
| scan0065 | Report concerning excessive sinkage of Hall's Metal main bearings for chassis B.48.BN. | ||
| View original record | To Dee SWDL To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby............... Rm. Copy to ............. Rm. Levallois Sr/VA3/ET.15.1.37 Re: CHASSIS B.48.BN - Mr. ANDRIEU (Excessive sinkage of Hall's Metal main bearings) As… | ||
| scan0066 | Measurements and condition of crankshaft components and Hall's Metal main bearings. | ||
| View original record | Sr/VA3/ET.I5.I.37 - 2 - Amount of bow at centre of shaft: .005". Diameter of : crank pins..: I"9985 : I"99825:I"9985:I"9985 : - Internal diameter of lead bronze big ends: 2.0015. HALL'S METAL MAIN… | ||
| scan0067 | Bearing clearances for the Chassis B.8.GA Paris Trials Car. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: Le iley Swell To Bentley Motors Ltd., Derby..........Rm. Levallois Sr/VA6/ET.15.1.37 Re: CHASSIS B.8.GA - PARIS TRIALS CAR. --------------------------------------- Sr. Mentioned to me… | ||
| scan0068 | Standard and experimental springs for the 23 HP model. | ||
| View original record | 1245 W/P. - Sr. Rm/Les.6/JH.16.1.37. 23 H.P. SPRINGS. The standard low rating springs are :- Front 4" initial deflection. Periodicity 94. Rear 6.4 initial deflection Periodicity 73. We have been… | ||
| scan0069 | Production of a tool for measuring Bentley bearing sinkage. | ||
| View original record | 1245 Rm/Swd1.12/JH.16.1.37. To Sr. BENTLEY BEARINGS. Replying to Sr/VA.13/ET.14.1.37. the sketch of the tool for measuring bearing sinkage is being copied and detail drawings carried out, so that we… | ||
| scan0070 | Engine trouble and seizure on the Chassis B.8.GA Paris Trials Car. | ||
| View original record | P. des Swell To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby......... Rm. Levallois Re: CHASSIS B.8.GA - PARIS TRIALS CAR I herewith give you details of the engine trouble that developed on the above car. This car, as… | ||
| scan0071 | Shop's recommendation for dealing with Bentley main bearings. | ||
| View original record | 1245 W/P. Sr/VA. from Rm. c. to Hd. Rm15/R.19.1.37. Attached is our Shop's recommendation for dealing with Bentley main bearings. Rm. | ||
| scan0072 | Dispatch of a Bentley Connecting Rod to the Paris Depot for fitment to trials car B-8 GA. | ||
| View original record | To [redacted]. from HPS/WSC. c. Rm/Gry. 1245 HFS/WSC.9/BA.19.1.37. Sr's Bentley Trials Car B-8 GA. We hand you herewith:- 1 Bentley Connecting Rod (LOP. EB.2704) complete with Big-End Bush to R. R.56.… | ||
| scan0073 | Telegraph list for parts required for a damaged Bentley brake drum. | ||
| View original record | 1245 Hancock, SLEATOR Francobrit, Levallois-Perret, France. TELEGRAPH LIST OF PARTS REQUIRED FOR BENTLEY WHICH BRAKE DRUM IS DAMAGED. 19.1.37. W. A. Robotham MARTINDALE ROBOTHAM | ||
| scan0074 | Tool for measuring Bentley bearing sinkage. | ||
| View original record | W/P. To Sr. from Rm/Swdl. 1240- Rm/Swdl.13/AP.19.1.37. BENTLEY BEARINGS. We return herewith your sketch of the tool for measuring bearing sinkage for which we thank you. A tool on similar lines is… | ||
| scan0075 | The despatch of a special Bentley type Wilmot Breeden bumper for Chassis GUL.4. | ||
| View original record | W/P. To Sr. from Rm/FJH. L 1245' Rm/FJH.4/AP.19.1.37. RE. CHASSIS GUL.4. - PARIS TRIALS CAR. In answer to your memo Sr/VA.2/ET.2.12.36. we are now despatching to you a special Bentley type Wilmot… | ||
| scan0076 | Requesting a Bosch spark plug or a suitable alternative for Bentley complaint cars. | ||
| View original record | 1245 W/P. Sr. from Rm/GWH. Rm/GWH16/R.22.1.37. BENTLEY. Will you please either send Rm. a Bosch plug, or the type you have fitted to your complaint cars, which has been satisfactory. Rm/GWH. | ||
| scan0077 | Duplicated entry for a suspension complaint in the quarterly report. | ||
| View original record | ##s 12/45 W/P. VA. from Rm/Les. Rm/Les5/R.22.1.37. QUARTERLY COMPLAINTS - Sr/VA9/EJ.12.1.37. Re your suspension complaints, I see a car GBJ.22 at 10700 kms. on which you cured a leak on the damper… | ||
| scan0078 | Telegram regarding finding employment in Paris for men arriving from Chateauroux with a Phantom. | ||
| View original record | 12451 25.1.37. SLEATOR, FRANCOBRIT, LEVALLOIS-PERRET FRANCE. WILL YOU FIND EMPLOYMENT IN PARIS FOR MEN NOW AT CHATEAUROUX STOP WE EXPECT TO ARRIVE WITH PHANTOM THURSDAY. HANCOCK. | ||
| scan0079 | Requesting an opinion on the W/M bearings removed from the engine of chassis B.60.GA, the Paris Trials Car. | ||
| View original record | Scott. Miles 1245 To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby............. Rm. Levallois Sr/VAI2/ET.14.I.37 Re: CHASSIS B.60.GA - PARIS TRIALS CAR -------------------------------------- With reference to our… | ||
| scan0080 | From Levallois to Derby admitting an error in the quarterly complaints report regarding chassis GBJ.22. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/Les. Derby. 124J Levallois Sr/VA7/ET.25.I.37 Re: QUARTERLY COMPLAINTS --------------------- With reference to your Rm/Les5/R.22.I.37, we have looked into the matter and find that the "slip up"… | ||
| scan0081 | Enclosing an article about the benefits of incorporating lead in brake liners. | ||
| View original record | 102 S MARTINDALE PARIS To: "Rm", DERBY. Sr21/Dm/25.1.37 re Braking on Cars. -------------------- I am enclosing an article written by Mr Chas Faroux, which appeared in the "Auto" of today's date… | ||
| scan0082 | Translated article from 'L'Auto' discussing progress and techniques in automobile braking. | ||
| View original record | 1029 TRANSLATION from L'Auto January 25, 1937. For Better Braking. The use of lead for linings constitutes considerable Progress in Braking Technique. Some ill-natured folk have unfortunately… | ||
| scan0083 | Technical explanation of how lead incorporated into brake linings improves braking performance by regulating friction and reducing wear. | ||
| View original record | -2- moving surfaces, or the coefficient of Kinetic friction. Now hitherto, from the old wooden brake shoes to the present-day actual linings with asbestos and brass base, the wood, and especially the… | ||
| scan0084 | The advantages of lead-asbestos and lead-impregnated linings in brake development, specifically referencing the Bendix brake system. | ||
| View original record | -3- When one considers brake-drum revolution speeds and the temperatures set up by braking one quickly realises the importance of this lead-asbestos Solution. The lead makes the braking smooth,… | ||
| scan0085 | Letter regarding the performance and fitting of 'Perfect Oil Seals' to several Bentley rear axles. | ||
| View original record | 1245 To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby............ Rm/Gry. Levallois Sr/VA4/ET.25.I.37 Re: BENTLEY REAR AXLES. "Perfect Oil Seals" ------------------ With further reference to your Hs/Gry.I7/KW.7.10.36, on… | ||
| scan0086 | The condition of a trials car's main bearings after a 10,000-mile test. | ||
| View original record | W/P. Sr/VA. from Rm/Swdl. γ 1245 Rm/Swdl.7/AP.26.1.37. B.60.GA. - TRIALS CAR - MAIN BEARINGS. With regard to the condition of the W/M. main bearings out of the above car after 10,000 miles, the actual… | ||
| scan0087 | Letter regarding the main bearings of chassis B.174.CR, noting their condition after a fire and their subsequent replacement. | ||
| View original record | To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby................ Rm. Copy to ............ CWH. D/BP. Levallois Re: CHASSIS B.174.CR - Mr. BOURLON Main bearings. ------------- We have to-day entered into our Stores the… | ||
| scan0088 | Engine seizure event during the Paris Trials of Chassis B.8.GA, detailing oil pressure issues. | ||
| View original record | To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby............... Rm. Levallois Sr3/ET.1.2.37. {Swell Steadman hAWD Rm/SD Re: CHASSIS B.8.GA - PARIS TRIALS CAR. I have just come back from giving my B.8.GA a trial, and the… | ||
| scan0089 | Engine oil pressure problems, bearing types, and cylinder head modifications. | ||
| View original record | Sr3/ET.I.2.37 - 2 - I admit I was using Mobiloil Arctic, but I do not think this has anything to do with it. The problem therefore seems to be, when we have the Hall's Metal N°7 in position, how to… | ||
| scan0090 | Trials of Bentley aluminium brake drums and leaded brake linings. | ||
| View original record | W/P. To Sr. from Rm/AFM. 1248 Rm/AFM.1/AP.1.2.37. BENTLEY ALUMINIUM BRAKE DRUMS. We expect that by now you will have run some miles with your trials Bentley fitted with aluminium brake drums, 20% less… | ||
| scan0091 | Telegram to Francobrit in France, enquiring about Phantom Three axle gear setting tackle. | ||
| View original record | J 124- Rm GR 3.2.37. FRANCOBRIT, LEVALLOIS-PERRET, FRANCE. SLEATOR. HAVE YOU PHANTOM THREE AXLE GEAR SETTING TACKLE. GRYLLS. ROYCAR. | ||
| scan0092 | Telegram from Francobrit to Roycar Derby regarding setting gears without tackle. | ||
| View original record | ROYCAR DERBY = GRYLLS STOP HAVE NOT TACKLE REFERRED TO BUT UP TO NOW HAVE SET GEARS WITHOUT TACKLE = FRANCOBRIT ++ GRYLLS ++ mr Grylls EYS | ||
| scan0093 | Performance, noise issues, and potential modifications for Bentley Aluminium brake drums. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten top left: 12 u 5] [Handwritten top right: Sr3/Crn.3.2.37.] [Handwritten top right: MARTINDALE : File] Bentley Motors (1931) Ltd., DERBY..................Rm. Bentley Aluminium brake drums.… | ||
| scan0094 | Oil pump issues and replacements for chassis B.107.GP and B.26.JD. | ||
| View original record | To Bentley Motors (1931) Ltd. Derby ......................Rm. Levallois Sr/VAI/GM.3.2.37 re: CHASSIS B.107.GP - Mr. E. DUBONNET. ------------------------------------- As the above owner is a fast… | ||
| scan0095 | Correspondence regarding tooling for Phantom III rear axle gears and the fitting of strengthened differential casings to specific chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Rolls Royce Ltd. Derby ................Rm/GRYS. Levallois Sr/VA2/GM.4.2.37 Grylls re: TACKLE FOR SETTING PHANTOM III REAR AXLE GEARS. --------------------------------------- We are in receipt of… | ||
| scan0096 | Requesting thicker .110' liners instead of the standard .100' for the main bearings of 4 1/4 Litre Bentley engines. | ||
| View original record | 1245. IMPORTANT [Handwritten]: Index To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby...................... Copy to ................... [Handwritten]: Rm. ................... [Handwritten]: D/Ef. [Handwritten]: H.P.S.… | ||
| scan0097 | Oil pump, crankshaft, and bearing issues on chassis B-107-GP and B-26-JB. | ||
| View original record | 1245 W/P - Sr. Rm/Swdl.10/JH.5.2.37. Chassis B-107-GP (Mr. E. Dubonnet). In reference to your memo. Sr/VA.1/OM.3.2.37. the oil pump on B-26-JB (Mr. P.L. Dreyfus) chassis is definitely a large pump. We… | ||
| scan0098 | Correcting a procedure for blocking cylinder head water holes and sending a calorstat to fix running temperature. | ||
| View original record | y 1245. W/P. To Sr. from Rm/Std. Rm/Std.9/AP.5.2.37. Referring to your memo Sr.3/ET.1.2.37. in which you refer to the fall in average running water temperature with the rear cylinder head water holes… | ||
| scan0099 | Modified Bentley calorstat cover and spring to be sent to a service depot in Paris. | ||
| View original record | 1245 To HPS. from Rm/Std. Rm/Std.10/AP.5.2.37. We wish to send Sr. a Calorstat spring to E.83210 to fit to his car. Will you please obtain a standard Bentley calorstat cover and have the outside of… | ||
| scan0100 | Letter concerning a Phantom III accident enquiry, headlamp tests, and brake performance. | ||
| View original record | To: "Rm". PARIS Sr/Dn22/5.2.37 Prior to leaving for my vacation at Zurs I thought it would be better for you to know that in all probability Rose will have to come back to France for an official… | ||
| scan0101 | The inspection and work carried out on the bearings of chassis B.106.HK for Baron Guy de Rothschild. | ||
| View original record | 124 5 To Bentley Motors (1931) Ltd. Derby .................Rm. Levallois Sr/VAI/GM.5.2.37 de Swell re: CHASSIS B.106.HK - Baron Guy de ROTHSCHILD. ---------------------------------- We have tightened… | ||
| scan0102 | Main bearing sinkage and liner alteration for chassis B-106.HK. | ||
| View original record | DATE: 5-2-37. MAIN BEARINGS REPORT UPON SINKAGE OF BEARINGS AND ALTERATION OF LINERS. CHASSIS N°.: B-106.HK. OWNER: M. G. de Rothschild JOB N°.: 36101. MILEAGE: 10,249 Kms. 'A' joint faces upper half.… | ||
| scan0103 | Bearing maintenance and liner fitting on chassis B.107.GP for Mr. E. Dubonnet. | ||
| View original record | 1245 SWDC Piles To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby................ Rm. Levallois Sr/VAI/ET.5.2.37. Re: CHASSIS B.107.GP - Mr. E. DUBONNET We have tightened up the bearings of this car and fitted RR.56… | ||
| scan0104 | The sinkage of main bearings and the alteration of liners for a specific chassis. | ||
| View original record | DATE: 5.2.37 MAIN BEARINGS REPORT UPON SINKAGE OF BEARINGS AND ALTERATION OF LINERS. CHASSIS No.: B-107 GR OWNER: Mr E. dutonnet JOB No.: 36106 MILEAGE: 11685 Kms. 'A' Joint faces upper half. MAIN… | ||
| scan0105 | Fitting of 35° servo cams and brake adjustments on chassis B.8.GA, the Paris Trials car. | ||
| View original record | 1245 To Bentley Motors (1931) Ltd. Derby................Rm/AFM. MARTINDALE File Sr/VA16/GM.5.2.37 re: CHASSIS B.8.GA - Paris Trials car ------------------------------------- With reference to Sr's… | ||
| scan0106 | Sparking plug tests in response to complaints of misfires on two chassis. | ||
| View original record | 1243 { WST WSP F.DODD GD. BRAZIER WSP To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby................ Rm. Copy to GWH. Levallois Sr/VA3/ET.5.2.37. Re: COMPLAINTS OF MISFIRES Testing of Sparking Plugs With reference to… | ||
| scan0107 | Holiday arrangements and a planned visit to the Works for 'Sr.' | ||
| View original record | 1245. To Rm. Derby. GRY Levallois Sr/VA5/ET.5.2.37 Re: Sr.'s holiday. ------------------- Sr. is leaving to-day for Turs-am-Arlberg, Austria, for his holidays, and expects to be away from Paris for… | ||
| scan0108 | Letter requesting a replacement large capacity oil pump for chassis B.48.BN, which is under repair following an accident. | ||
| View original record | To BENTLEY MOTORS Ltd. Derby Copy to .......... Rm. Handwritten top: Pilas SWDL Handwritten centre: 1245 Top right: Sr. is absent Levallois VA9/ET.8.2.37 Re: CHASSIS B.48.BN - ANDRIEU. The above car… | ||
| scan0109 | From Rm. regarding an upcoming trip to the USA and the status of car 3.B.IV. | ||
| View original record | W/P. Sr. from Rm. 1240- Rm8/R.9.2.37. I am expecting to leave for U.S.A. on the "Queen Mary" on the 17th. I shall probably be away from the Works nine weeks in all. Owing to the smashes we have had… | ||
| scan0110 | Issues and potential solutions for aluminium brake drums. | ||
| View original record | W/P to Sr. from Rm/AFM Rm/AFM3/M.9.2.37. Aluminium Brake Drums. With reference to your recent memos Sr3/Crn.3.2.37 and Sr/VA.16/GM.5.2.37, we are pleased to note that you like the brakes on B8GA apart… | ||
| scan0111 | Query regarding performance improvements for a Bentley, chassis B-I69-GP, for Lord Cholmondeley. | ||
| View original record | 1245. Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby............Rm. Showrooms Sr is absent EWPI/MLG.10.2.37 nothing available at present Re-Chassis B-I69-GP Cholmondeley This client has recently asked whether the road… | ||
| scan0112 | Bearing work and liner replacement for chassis B.174.GP belonging to Mr. Masurel. | ||
| View original record | To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby............... Rm. Copy to ............. Hd. Files SWO2 1245 Sr. is absent Levallois VA5/ET.11.2.37. Re: CHASSIS B.174.GP - Mr. MASUREL We have tightened up the bearings… | ||
| scan0113 | The sinkage of main bearings and alterations of liners for a specific chassis. | ||
| View original record | MAIN BEARINGS REPORT UPON SINKAGE OF BEARINGS & ALTERATIONS OF LINERS DATE: 9/2/37 CHASSIS n): B-174 GA. OWNER: Mr Grasurel JOB N°: 36093. MILEAGE: 14026 Kms. 'A' joint faces upper half. MAIN BEARINGS… | ||
| scan0114 | Confirming the oil pump fitted to chassis B.8.GA is of the large capacity type. | ||
| View original record | 1245P. Lidee To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby.............. Rm/Swdl. Sr. is absent Levallois VA12/ET.II.2.37 Re: CHASSIS Nº.B.8.GA - PARIS.TRIALS CAR We thank you for your Rm/Swdl.IO/JH.5.2.37. Concerning… | ||
| scan0115 | Follow-up query regarding a telegram about tackle for setting Phantom III axle gears. | ||
| View original record | 1245 To Rolls-Royce Ltd. Derby.......... Rm/Grs. Please reply Sr. is absent Levallois VAI3/ET.12.2.37 Re: TACKLE FOR SETTING PHANTOM III AXLE GEARS. With further reference to your telegram of the 3rd… | ||
| scan0116 | From Paris to Derby acknowledging a message, discussing an interim plan, and forwarding remarks to a colleague. | ||
| View original record | 1245 To: "Rm", DERBY. PARIS Dn22/12.2.37 Your Rm8/R.9.2.37 addressed to "Sr" has been received and contents noted. No doubt we could utilise 3.B.IV on the lines mentioned by you until such time as… | ||
| scan0117 | Inquiring if the recipient has the necessary tackle for setting Phantom III axle gears. | ||
| View original record | 1245. W/P. To VA. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.5/AP.16.2.37. TACKLE FOR SETTING PHANTOM III. AXLE GEARS. The reason for wiring you to know whether you had this tackle, is that we are sending out for 35-EX. new… | ||
| scan0118 | Tightening of main bearings and replacement of big-end liners for chassis B.244.GA. | ||
| View original record | To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby.................... Rm. Copy to ................. Hd. Lodge R45. SwH Srs absent Levallois VA.9/ET.16.2.37 Re: CHASSIS B.244.GA - Mr. J.-P. BOUCHERON We have tightened up… | ||
| scan0119 | Report upon the sinkage of main bearings and alterations of liners. | ||
| View original record | DATE: 16-2-37 MAIN BEARINGS REPORT UPON SINKAGE OF BEARINGS AND ALTERATIONS OF LINERS CHASSIS n): B.244.GA OWNER: Mr Boucheron JOB N°.: 36107 MILEAGE: 16-107 KMS. 'A' joint faces upper half. MAIN… | ||
| scan0120 | Work summary on Chassis B.210.GA concerning the tightening of main bearings and fitting of RR.56 liners for Mr. Chagnaud. | ||
| View original record | ToBentley Motors Ltd. Derby............. Rm. Copy to ............Hd Seder Short 1245 Sr. is absent Levallois VA.2/ET.15.2.37 Re: CHASSIS B.210.GA - Mr. CHAGNAUD. We have tightened up the main bearings… | ||
| scan0121 | Main bearing sinkage measurements and alterations to the liners. | ||
| View original record | DATE: 12-3-37 MAIN BEARINGS REPORT UPON SINKAGE OF BEARINGS AND ALTERATIONS OF LINERS CHASSIS n): B-210 GA OWNER: Mr Chagnard JOB N°.: 36117 MILEAGE: 15.448 Kms. 'A' joint faces upper half. MAIN… | ||
| scan0122 | Responding to a query about a non-standard cylinder head, mentioning a potential future standardized version with more power. | ||
| View original record | 1245 W/P. EWP. from Rm/Gry. Rm. Absent. Rm/Gry2/R.17.2.37. B.169.GP. - Cholmondeley. EWP1/MLG.10.2.37. Replying to your memo of the 10th, we have nothing at the moment to offer in the way of a… | ||
| scan0123 | Tightening bearings and fitting liners to 4 1/4 Litre Bentley engines in Belgium. | ||
| View original record | 1245. To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby............ Rm. Copy to .......... HHd. Sr. is absent Levallois VA.6/ET.18.2.37 Re: TIGHTENING UP BEARINGS AND FITTING RR.56 LINERS TO 4 I/4 LITRE BENTLEY ENGINES As… | ||
| scan0124 | Work on Chassis B.53.GP for Mr. D. Saint, detailing the tightening of main bearings and fitting of new liners. | ||
| View original record | 1245. Files To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby Copy to Sr. is absent Levallois VA.5/ET.19.2.37 Re: CHASSIS B.53.GP - Mr. D. SAINT. We have tightened up the main bearings of this car and have fitted RR.56… | ||
| scan0125 | The sinkage and alteration of main bearing liners for chassis B-53 GA. | ||
| View original record | MAIN BEARINGS Report upon a sinkage of bearings and alteration of liners. CHASSIS N⁰. B-53 GA OWNER: Mʳ. Saint JOB N⁰. 36055 MILEAGE: 12792 'A' Joint faces upper half: MEAN BEARINGS: 'B' Joint faces… | ||
| scan0126 | Letter from Levallois to Bentley Motors in Derby regarding aluminium brake drums for chassis B.8.GA, the Paris Trials car. | ||
| View original record | 1245. 17/e File Bentley Motors (1931) Ltd. Derby .................Rm/AFM. Levallois Sr/VAI9/GM.22.2.37 AFM ten Sr Phoned & told re: Aluminium brake drums Chassis B.8.GA - Paris Trials car.… | ||
| scan0127 | The treatment of Bentley cars operating in Belgium. | ||
| View original record | 124 5. W/P. VA. from Rm/Gry. Rm. absent. Rm/Gry12/R.23.2.37. BENTLEY CARS RUNNING IN BELGIUM. Replying to your VA.6/ET.18.2.37., we think that cars in Belgium should be given exactly the same… | ||
| scan0128 | Follow-up memo to Bentley Motors Ltd. regarding the delivery of larger oil pumps for the 4 1/4 litre Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | Files 1245. To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby............... Rm. Sr. is absent Levallois VA.5/ET.25.2.37 Re: LARGER OIL PUMPS 4 I/4 LITRE BENTLEY CHASSIS With reference to your Rm8/AP.II.I.37, to which you… | ||
| scan0129 | The despatch schedule for 30 Bentley increased capacity oil pumps, subject to strike action. | ||
| View original record | r 1245 SR/VA from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.6/M.27.2.37. Bentley Increased Capacity Oil Pumps. In reply to your memo VA5/ET.25.2.37 the 30 increased capacity oil pumps are being despatched to you at the… | ||
| scan0130 | Treatment of Bentley car bearings for vehicles operating in Belgium. | ||
| View original record | 1245-09- Hd. from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.7/R.2.3.37. BENTLEY CARS RUNNING IN BELGIUM. Herewith a copy of our memo Rm/Gry12/R. 23.2.37. regarding the treatment of Bentley bearings in Belgium for your… | ||
| scan0131 | Request for a memo reference regarding main bearing maintenance on 4 1/4-litre Bentleys. | ||
| View original record | 1245, W/P. Sr. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry12/R.3.3.37. Dear Sr., Could you help us over a small matter in which we are in trouble? Could you let us know the reference of the memo giving you authority to take… | ||
| scan0132 | Engine work for Chassis No. B.125.GP, concerning bearings, liners, and a connecting rod. | ||
| View original record | 1245 To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby.................Hd. Copy to ............. Rm/Gry. ...................... Rm/Swdl. Levallois Sr/VA6/ET.5.3.37. Re: CHASSIS N° B.125.GP - Mr. FAURE (Mileage 12.873… | ||
| scan0133 | Correspondence regarding an urgent request for a new oil pump and pipes for chassis B.48.BN following an accident. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: P Lees Scott 1245. To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby/........... D/BP (text struck through) Copy to .......... Rm. Levallois Sr/VA4/ET.15.3.37 Re: CHASSIS B.48.BN - ANDRIEU We thank you for… | ||
| scan0134 | Significant oil pressure drop on chassis B.26.JD during high-speed testing. | ||
| View original record | Piles 1245 Swdl To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby.................. Rm/Swdl. Levallois Copy to ............................... Sr/VA7/ET.16.3.37 Re: CHASSIS B.26.JD - Mr. Pierre-Louis DREYFUS With… | ||
| scan0135 | Letter detailing an engine seizure and oil pressure issues on Chassis B.8.GA during the Paris Trials. | ||
| View original record | To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby............... Rm. Levallois Sr3/ET.1.2.37. Re: CHASSIS B.8.GA - PARIS TRIALS CAR. I have just come back from giving my B.8.GA a trial, and the inevitable has happened, at… | ||
| scan0136 | Engine oil pressure issues, modifications to the cylinder head, and engine pinking. | ||
| View original record | Sr3/ET.I.2.37 - 2 - I admit I was using Mobiloil Arctic, but I do not think this has anything to do with it. The problem therefore seems to be, when we have the Hall's Metal N°7 in position, how to… | ||
| scan0137 | Telegram to Francobrit in France regarding a query about a large pump on chassis B.26.JD. | ||
| View original record | 1245 17.3.37. FRANCOBRIT, LEVALLOIS-PERRET, FRANCE. SLEATOR. B.26.JD. DREYFUS STOP. DOES MEMO SR/VA.1/GM.3.2.37 STAND OR HAS LARGE PUMP BEEN REFITTED AGAIN ? SWINDALL. | ||
| scan0138 | Investigating a report of low oil pressure, potentially due to swapping a large capacity oil pump for a standard one. | ||
| View original record | 1245. W/P. To Sr. from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.2/AP.17.3.37. B.26.JD. (Mr.P.L.Dreyfus) With reference to your communication over the telephone regarding the low oil pressure at high speeds on the above car,… | ||
| scan0139 | Technical memo discussing the investigation of low oil pressure on Chassis B.26.JD (Dreyfus). | ||
| View original record | W/P. - Sr. from Rm/Swdl. c. to Mx. 1245- Rm/Swdl.13/R.18.3.37. CHASSIS B.26.JD. (Dreyfus). In reference to your memo Sr/VA7/ET.16.3.37., we note that you did not remove the large capacity oil pump… | ||
| scan0140 | Letter confirming that a large capacity oil pump was not removed from chassis B.26.JD for Mr. P.-L. Dreyfus. | ||
| View original record | 1245 To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby?................ Rm/Gry. Copy to ............... Rm/Swdl. Levallois Sr/VA5/ET.19.3.37. Re: CHASSIS B.26.JD - Mr. P.-L. DREYFUS With reference to your… | ||
| scan0141 | Engine oil pressure and the proposed use of Castrol XXL oil for the Paris Trials Car. | ||
| View original record | 1245. To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby ............ Fm/Swdl. Copy to .......... Rm/Gry. Levallois Sr/VA5/ET.22.3.37 Re: CHASSIS B.S.GA - PARIS TRIALS CAR Engine oil pressure. Sr. Has asked me to write to… | ||
| scan0142 | Urgent complaint case concerning a big end bearing failure for Mr. P. Michelin's car, chassis B.100.HK. | ||
| View original record | Sales Swgl URGENT. 1245 To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby Copy to Rm/Swdl. D/SP. Sr. is absent Levallois VA.I/ET.31.3.37 COMPLAINT CASE CHASSIS B.100.HK - Mr. P. MICHELIN We confirm having wired to you… | ||
| scan0143 | Post office telegram correcting a previous memo regarding 'RR 56 bearings' to 'RR 56 shims'. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAPHS. 1245. Office Stamp DERBY 2.AP.17 If there is doubt about the accuracy of any part of this telegram ring "Telegrams Enquiry" or call at the Office of delivery for free… | ||
| scan0144 | Cover letter for the quarterly complaints list regarding Bentley Chassis for the quarter ending 31st March 1937. | ||
| View original record | To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby ....................... copy ....................... Hd. copy ....................... Rm. copy ....................... GWH. 1245 Levallois Sr. is absent. VA2/GM.1.4.37 re:… | ||
| scan0145 | Summary of customer complaints regarding Bentley chassis brakes for the March quarter of 1937. | ||
| View original record | 1 QUARTERLY COMPLAINTS - BENTLEY CHASSIS - MARCH QUARTER 1937 ---------------------------------------------------------- I. TOTAL BRAKE COMPLAINTS March quarter C.C. 7 7 These are the total brake… | ||
| scan0146 | Summary report of brake faults including squeaks, pulling, and thumps over a six-month period. | ||
| View original record | -2- 4. BRAKES SQUEAK (front). March quarter C.C. C.P. Previous quarter C.C. 2 2 C.P. ------------ Six months 2 2 ============ 5. FRONT BRAKES PULLING TO ONE SIDE OR UNEVEN BRAKING. March quarter C.C.… | ||
| scan0147 | Summary report of vehicle faults related to brakes and hubs, with counts over a six-month period. | ||
| View original record | -3- 8. BRAKE MECHANISM SQUEAKS. March quarter C.C. C.P. Previous quarter C.C. I I C.P. Six months I I 9. REAR BRAKES UNEVEN BRAKING CAUSING CAR TO SKID TO ONE SIDE. March quarter C.C. C.P. Previous… | ||
| scan0148 | Servo and clutch faults and their resolutions over a six-month period. | ||
| View original record | -4- 12. SERVO THUMPS OR SQUEAKS. March quarter C.C. C.P. Previous quarter C.C. I I C.P. ----------- Six months I I =========== 13. SERVO INEFFICIENT B.107.GP - 11625 Kms. Fitted new liners. March… | ||
| scan0149 | Report page listing engine and component faults over a six-month period, including details of specific incidents and repairs. | ||
| View original record | -5- 16. ENGINE - IRREGULAR FIRING AND POOR SLOW RUNNING. March quarter C.C. I I C.P. Previous quarter C.C. 3 3 C.P. Six months 4 4 Remarks: B.36.HK - 12502 Kms.- No. 3 HT. wire cracked causing… | ||
| scan0150 | Faults and repairs for excessive oil consumption, engine bearing slack, water pump leaks, and engine gear rattle. | ||
| View original record | -6- 20. EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION AND OVER OILING. March quarter C.C. 2 2 C.P. Previous quarter C.C. 2 2 C.P. Six months 4 4 B. 60.GA - 39110 Kms.- Fitted a set of L. type piston rings. B.244.GA -… | ||
| scan0151 | Engine component failures, specifically main bearings and connecting rods, over quarterly and six-month periods. | ||
| View original record | 67- 24. MAIN BEARING EXCESSIVE WEAR OR BEARINGS IN A CRACKED & UNRELIABLE CONDITION March quarter C.C. C.P. ----- Previous quarter C.C. I C.P. 4 5 ----- Six months 5 5 ======================== 25.… | ||
| scan0152 | Low oil pressure and oil filler leakage issues across several 4 1/4 litre chassis. | ||
| View original record | -8- 27. OIL PRESSURE ON LOW SIDE. March quarter C.O. 5 5 Previous quarter C.P. C.C. 2 2 C.P. --------------------------------------- Six months 7 7 --------------------------------------- 4 1/4 Litre… | ||
| scan0153 | Fault report detailing issues and frequencies for cam balancing devices, tappets, torque reaction dampers, and carburettors. | ||
| View original record | -9- 29. CAM BALANCING DEVICE NOISY. March quarter C.C. C.P. Previous quarter C.C. I C.P. I 2 -------------------------------------- Six months 2 2 -------------------------------------- ----- 30.… | ||
| scan0154 | Engine and exhaust system faults and repairs over a six-month period. | ||
| View original record | -10- 33. WATER LEAK FROM ENGINE. March quarter C.C. 3 3 C.P. Previous quarter C.C. 2 2 C.P. Six months 5 5 B. 59.DK - 38091 Kms.- Fitted new joints to No. 2 water jacket plate. B. 33.CW - 29089 Kms.-… | ||
| scan0155 | Summary page of vehicle faults concerning exhaust and steering, with counts and remedial actions. | ||
| View original record | -II- 37. REAR EXHAUST PIPE TOO SHORT. March quarter C.C. C.P. Previous quarter C.C. 1 1 C.P. 2 2 Six months --- 3 3 --- B. 72.HK - 2955 Kms.- Fitted an extension. 38. STEERING NOT SUFFICIENTLY… | ||
| scan0156 | Vehicle faults over two quarters, their frequency, and specific remedial actions taken. | ||
| View original record | -12- 41. KNOCK FROM SIDE STEERING TUBE. March quarter C.C. C.P. Previous quarter C.C. I I C.P. Six months I I 42. FRONT AXLE CONTROL NOISY OR SLACK READJUSTED CONTROLES. NO PARTS CHANGED. March… | ||
| scan0157 | Faults concerning gear lever vibration, gearbox disengagement, transmission rattles, and rear wheel driver failure. | ||
| View original record | -13- 45. GEAR LEVER VIBRATION March quarter C.C. 4 C.P. 2 6 Previous quarter C.C. 4 C.P. 2 6 Six months 12 12 B. 71.BL - 31170 Kms.- Modification as per D.S. Hd. 297. B. 1.CW - Ditto B. 6.BN - Ditto… | ||
| scan0158 | Report page detailing faults and resolutions for rear axles, oil seals, and wheel drivers. | ||
| View original record | -14- 49. OIL LEAK FROM REAR AXLE BOX" DEFECTIVE "PERFECT" oil seals. March quarter C.C. I I B.137.EJ - 50219 Kms. - Tightened up bolts of rear axle tubes & casing. C.P. Previous quarter C.C. C.P. I I… | ||
| scan0159 | Summary of complaints regarding vehicle springing and hydraulic dampers over a six-month period, including case details and resolutions. | ||
| View original record | -E5- 53. SPRINGING TOTAL COMPLAINTS March quarter C.C. C.P. Previous quarter C.C. 5 5 C.P. ------- Six months 5 5 54. (a) SPRINGING UNCOMFORTABLE (b) SPRINGING TOO FREE. March quarter C.C. 2 2 C.P.… | ||
| scan0160 | Vehicle faults including shock absorbers, ride control, and dynamo issues. | ||
| View original record | -16- 57. FRONT HYDRAULIC SHOCK DAMPERS NOISY OR KNOCK. March quarter C.C. C.P. Previous quarter C.C. I I C.P. Six months I I ---- 58. FAILURE OF REAR SHOCK ABSORBER CONNECTION March quarter C.C. C.P.… | ||
| scan0161 | Summary report detailing faults with Lucas electric horns, petrol gauges, batteries, and starter motors. | ||
| View original record | -17- 61. LUCAS ELECTRIC HORNS VIBRATE OR DEFECTIVE March quarter C.C. C.P. Previous quarter C.C. 3 3 C.P. Six months ---------------- 3 3 ---- 62. PETROL GAUGE FAULTY. March quarter C.C. 4 4 C.P.… | ||
| scan0162 | Analysis of S.U. petrol pump complaints and how they were dealt with. | ||
| View original record | -18- 65. S.U. PETROL PUMP TOTAL COMPLAINTS March quarter C.C. 11 C.P. 15 26 Previous quarter C.C. 22 C.P. 10 32 six months 58 58 66. (a) S.U. PETROL PUMP IRREGULAR IN OPERATION (b) FAILURE OF PUMP… | ||
| scan0163 | Faults concerning noisy S.U. petrol pumps and broken wing stays, with details of modifications and repairs. | ||
| View original record | -19- 68. (b) S.U. PETROL PUMP NOISY. (a) MODIFICATION. FITTED A MODIFIED PUMP STAMPED G.5 March quarter C.C. 8 C.P. 15 23 Previous quarter C.C. 6 C.P. 10 16 ------------ Six months 39 39 ------------… | ||
| scan0164 | Vehicle faults including bonnet rattles, pedal vibration, and speedometer issues. | ||
| View original record | -20- 70. BONNET RATTLES OR DIFFICULT TO OPEN March quarter C.C. C.P. Previous quarter C.C. 3 C.P. 1 4 Six months 4 4 71. PEDALS VIBRATE OR RATTLE FROM PEDAL MECHANISM March quarter C.C. C.P. Previous… | ||
| scan0165 | Summary report on faults and modifications concerning revolution counters, clocks, and bumpers. | ||
| View original record | -21- 74. (a) REVOLUTION COUNTER NOISY OR INEXACT (b) CLOCK DEFECTIVE March quarter C.C. 4 4 C.P. Previous quarter C.C. 6 6 C.P. Six months 10 10 (b) B.244.GA - 16101 Kms.-- Had clock repaired. (b) B.… | ||
| scan0166 | Vehicle defects, their frequency over quarterly periods, and corresponding repair actions. | ||
| View original record | -22- 78. FRONT PLATE OF W.B. BUMPER FOULS RUBBER STOPS March quarter C.C. I I B. 71.BL - 31170 Kms. - Recentered front plate. C.P. Previous quarter C.C. I C.P. 2 Six months 3 3… | ||
| scan0167 | Letter discussing the poor condition of connecting rod bearings in a Phantom III Paris Demonstrator. | ||
| View original record | 1245 To Rm/Grys. Derby. Levallois Sr.9/ET.1.4.37. Re: CHASSIS 3.AZ.20 - PARIS DEMONSTRATOR I 'phoned you this afternoon, but you were out and I spoke to Leslie and explained to him that, prior to… | ||
| scan0168 | Letter regarding an unfortunate incident with chassis B.100.HK owned by customer Pierre Michelin. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/Grys. Derby. 1245 Levallois SrIO/ET.1.4.37 Re: CHASSIS B.100.HK - Pierre MICHELIN I mentioned this matter to Leslie on the telephone this afternoon. We are most unfortunate with this customer… | ||
| scan0169 | Translated letter from Pierre Michelin to Mr. Sleator reporting a car breakdown due to a run bearing. | ||
| View original record | Translation. ----------- Pierre Michelin. --------------- 29 March 1937. Dear Mr Sleator, Another catastrophy ! I think that the car has run a bearing. All was normal, engine warm at 40 kms from… | ||
| scan0170 | Correcting two typing errors regarding M. Pierre Michelin's chassis B.100 HK, concerning his title and a part description. | ||
| View original record | To Lee Cwat Bentley Motors (1931) Ltd., DERBY................ Rm/Grys. 1245. Sr/Crn4/2.4.37. chassis B.100 HK - M. Pierre Michelin. Referring to SrIO/ET.I.4.37, the original of which the under-signed… | ||
| scan0171 | Follow-up memo to Bentley Motors regarding chassis B. 8 GA for the Paris trials. | ||
| View original record | Bentley Motors (1931) Ltd., DERBY..................Rm/Swdl. 1245 Sr/Crn2/7.4.37. chassis B. 8 GA - Paris trials. Ridea Soott We do not appear to have received a reply to our memo. Sr/VA5/ET.22.3.37,… | ||
| scan0172 | Attaching details of an invention by M. Raymond Giraud. | ||
| View original record | Rolls-Royce, Ltd., DERBY.........Rm/Gry. 1245 Sr/CrnI/7.4.37. Invention - M. Raymond Giraud. returned to Sec. We are attaching, hereto, details of an invention by the above gentleman. If there is… | ||
| scan0173 | Letter requesting more information on an invention by M. Giraud, such as a patent or a trial run. | ||
| View original record | 1245. W/P. Sr. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry6/R.9.4.37. Sr/CrnI/7.4.37. Many thanks for your letter concerning the invention of M. Giraud. Even my knowledge of French tells me his letter gives nothing away. I… | ||
| scan0174 | Technical memorandum discussing oil pressures and the comparison between Castrol XL and Castrol XXL oils. | ||
| View original record | 1245 W/P. To Sr. from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.10/AP.9.4.37 B.8.GA. OIL PRESURE. In reply to your memos Sr/CPN.2/7.4.37 and Sr/VA.5/ET.22.3.37 regarding the running of the above car on Castrol XXL. in place… | ||
| scan0175 | Trip to the Riviera in the chassis B. 8 GA demonstrator vehicle. | ||
| View original record | Bentley Motors (1931) Ltd., D E R B Y............Rm/Gry. 1245. Sr/Crnl/12.4.37. chassis B. 8 GA - Demonstrator. I recently went on a hurried trip to the Riviera. Attached is a list of figures shewing… | ||
| scan0176 | Performance log detailing the trip from Paris to Cannes for chassis B.8 GA, including average speeds and times. | ||
| View original record | Trip from Paris to Cannes - chassis B.8 GA. (Sr7/ETS.4.37) (N.B. The "Blue Train" takes 13 hrs 37 minutes to cover distance). Town. Distance from Paris. Distance town to town. Running time Town to… | ||
| scan0177 | Answering queries about a dangerous petrol leak from the pumps on a Phantom III chassis 35.EX. | ||
| View original record | 1245 300 To Rolls-Royce Ltd. Châteauroux... Rm/GWH/IMW. Copy to Rm/Gry. Rm/GWH. Levallois Sr/VA5/ET.13.4.37. ReCHASSIS 35.EX - Phantom III ------------------------- With reference to your… | ||
| scan0178 | Instructions for running test cars for the 'Chateauroux job'. | ||
| View original record | 1245. W/P. Sr. from Rm/GWH. Rm/GWH9/R.14.4.37. I hope to see you next time I am in Paris. I 'phoned Conduit Street when you were over but once more missed you. I am writing at the moment with regard… | ||
| scan0179 | Cover note for a quarterly complaints report regarding 20/25 HP, 25/30 HP, Phantom II, and Phantom III chassis. | ||
| View original record | Seen by all Testers. 1245 To Rolls-Royce Ltd. Derby.........Hd. Copy to Rm/Gry. Rm/GWH. Levallois Sr/VA7/ET.14.4.37 Re: QUARTERLY COMPLAINTS. ------------------------ Please find attached copy of… | ||
| scan0180 | Quarterly report summarizing brake complaints for various chassis models for the quarter ending March 1937. | ||
| View original record | RM/CHW QUARTERLY COMPLAINTS - CHASSIS 20/25HP.-25/30 HP.-PH.II - PH.III QUARTER ENDING 31st. MARCH 1937. 1. TOTAL BRAKES COMPLAINTS. 25.HP. 30.HP. PH.II. PH.III Total March quarter C.C. I I 2 C.P. I I… | ||
| scan0181 | Various brake system faults and their frequency over quarterly periods. | ||
| View original record | -2- 5. BRAKES SEIZE REAR OR NOT FREE IN OPERATION March quarter C.C. C.P. I I Previous quarter C.C. C.P. 3 3 Six months 4 4 Ph.III - 3.AZ.212 - New car - fitting a strenghtened type differential… | ||
| scan0182 | Statistical summary of servo and clutch complaints over quarterly and six-month periods. | ||
| View original record | -3- 9. SERVO SQUEAKS March quarter C.C. ------ C.P. 2 2 Previous quarter C.C. C.P. --------------------- Six months 2 2 --------------------- 10. SERVO THUMPS March quarter C.C. I I PH.III - 3.AZ.140… | ||
| scan0183 | Fault analysis report for the March quarter, detailing issues with clutches, tappets, engines, and misfires, with counts and case notes. | ||
| View original record | -4- 13. a) CLUTCH SLIPS b) CLUTCH BURNT OUT. March quarter C.C. I I O.P. Previous quarter C.C. I I O.P. Six months 2 2 14. TAPPETS NOISY OR VALVE MECHANISM NOISY. March quarter C.C. 2 3 5 O.P.… | ||
| scan0184 | Summary report of vehicle faults and remedies, categorized by issue type over a six-month period. | ||
| View original record | -5- 17. SELF ADJUSTING MECHANISM LACK OF OIL. March quarter C.C. I I 3.AZ.20 - 17281 Kms.- Lack of oil O.P. to spherical ends of push rods. Previous quarter C.C. I I Modified valve mechanism as per… | ||
| scan0185 | Summary of engine faults and repairs reported over a six-month period, categorised by issue. | ||
| View original record | -6- 21. OIL LEAK FROM ENGINE TAPPET DOORS ETC., OR ROCKER COVER March quarter C.C. C.P. ----- Previous quarter C.C. I C.P. I 2 -------------------------------- Six months I I 2… | ||
| scan0186 | Statistical summary of vehicle faults over quarterly and six-month periods, with specific case notes and resolutions. | ||
| View original record | -7- 25. MAGNETO NOISY March quarter C.C. 2 2 C.P. Previous quarter C.C. 2 2 C.F. Six months 4 4 26. CARBURETTER THROTTLE STICKS March quarter C.C. C.P. Previous quarter C.C. 2 I 3 C.P. Six months 2 I… | ||
| scan0187 | Failures and repairs related to exhaust silencers, pipes, and 'hot spots'. | ||
| View original record | -8- 29. EXHAUST SILENCER CORRODED March quarter C.C. 2 2 C.P. Previous quarter C.C. 3 3 6 C.P. Six months 5 3 8 GWX.73 - 72051 Kms.- Fitted a new rear silencer & swan neck on a 50 % basis. GZU.16 -… | ||
| scan0188 | Log of vehicle faults related to front axle and steering issues, with statistical analysis and remediation details. | ||
| View original record | -9- 33. FRONT AXLE CONTROLES NOISY & SLACK . March quarter C.C. 2 2 C.P. Previous quarter C.C. I I C.P. Six months I 2 3 II9.SK - 33704 Kms.- Readjusted front axle controles to take out slack. III.SK… | ||
| scan0189 | Vehicle faults over quarterly and six-month periods. | ||
| View original record | -10- 36; STEERING LOOSE ON FRAME March quarter C.C. ---- C.P. Previous quarter C.O. I I C.P. Six months I I 37. GEAR BOX JUMPING OUT OF SECOND GEAR. March quarter C.C. ---- C.P. Previous quarter C.O.… | ||
| scan0190 | Customer complaints about springs, suspension, and hydraulic systems over quarterly periods. | ||
| View original record | -II- 40. SPRINGS NOT COMFORTABLE March quarter C.C. C.P. ----- Previous quarter C.C. C.P. I I Six months I I 41. SUSPENSION OF CAR NOT COMFORTABLE March quarter C.C. I I GAE.2 - 38924 Kms.- Reset… | ||
| scan0191 | Summary report detailing vehicle faults, including hydraulics, bonnet rattles, dynamo, and petrol gauge issues, over a six-month period. | ||
| View original record | -I2- 44. HYDRAULICS - FAILURE OF CONTROL March quarter C.C. I I C.P. Previous quarter C.C. 2 2 C.P. --------------------------------------------- Six months 2 I 3… | ||
| scan0192 | Summary report of vehicle component faults and repairs. | ||
| View original record | -13- 48. S.U. PETROL PUMP. March quarter C.C. C.P. Previous quarter C.C. 4 C.P. 4 Six months 4 4 Ph.III - 3.AZ.96 - 369 miles .-Pump leaks. 3.AZ.212 - 11000 Kms.- failure of modified (G5) pump car in… | ||
| scan0193 | Speedometer and rear axle issues over different time periods. | ||
| View original record | -14- 52. SPEEDOMETER FAILURES March quarter C.C. I I GUL.4 - 4744 Kms.- Day trip recorder defective. C.P. Previous quarter C.C. C.P. Six months I I --------------------------- 53. REAR AXLE NOISY… | ||
| scan0194 | The investigation into an engine's big end bearing failure on chassis B.100.HK. | ||
| View original record | To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby Copy to ........... Hd Rm/Gry. Rm/Swdl. D/BP 124r- Levallois Sr/VA2/ET.15.4.37 Re: CHASSIS B.100.HK - P. MICHELIN With reference to our VAI/ET.31.3.37, during the repairs… | ||
| scan0195 | The return and examination of brake drums for chassis 3.AZ.20, the Continental Trials Car. | ||
| View original record | To Rolls-Royce Ltd. Derby Copy to Rm/Gry. (This line has a red strikethrough) Rm/AFM. AFM 1245 Levallois Sr/VA4/ET.27.4.37 Re: CHASSIS 3.AZ.20 - CONTINENTAL TRIALS CAR With reference to your… | ||
| scan0196 | Cover letter sending further particulars about Mr. Giraud's invention. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/Gry. Derby. Levallois Sr/Crn5/ET.20.4.37 1245- Re: Mr. Giraud's invention. Further to your Rm/Gry6/R.9.4.37, please find atta-ched further particulars sent us by this inventor, which we hope may… | ||
| scan0197 | Letter in French outlining the advantages of a proposed motion transmission mechanism. | ||
| View original record | Marseille, le 15 Avril 1937 [STAMP: FRANCO-BRITANNIC AUTOS LTD 19 AVR 1937] Monsieur le Directeur de la FRANCO-BRITANNIC AUTOS Ltd 25, Rue Gide, 25 LEVALLOIS-PERRET V/Réf. Sr/Crn9/ET.12.4.37 Réf.… | ||
| scan0198 | Analysis of the principles of a variable and automatic transmission system, this being page two of the document. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - directions données et de façon continue avec leurs déplacements continus. Les organes conçus suivant ce principe réalisent la décomposition de rotation tout en maintenant la liaison mécanique… | ||
| scan0199 | Technical explanation in French of a mechanical system, focusing on its operational advantages and simplicity. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - Au sujet du sixième point, vous voudrez bien faire me rapprochement entre le nombre de pièces constituant une simple boîte de vitesse ordinaire et les deux pièces suffisantes pour obtenir… | ||
| scan0200 | Concluding page of a letter from an inventor regarding guarantees for his invention. | ||
| View original record | - 4 - Si, comme je le pense, ils vous paraissent dignes d'attention je vous serais très obligé de me dire les garanties que vous pouvez me donner, car je n'ai celles d'aucun brevet d'invention, pour… | ||
| scan0201 | The condition and replacement of scored brake drums for a Phantom III continental trials car. | ||
| View original record | To Rolls-Royce Ltd. Derby........ Copy to Mr/Gry. 1245. Levallois Sr/VA5/ET.21.4.37 Re: CHASSIS 3.AZ.20 - CONTINENTAL TRIALS CAR Phantom III Brake Drums. (Total mileage: 24.486 Kms.)… | ||
| scan0202 | Issues with brake drum scoring on the Phantom III and the subsequent change in materials. | ||
| View original record | 126.5 W/P. Sr/VA. from Rm/AFM. Rm/AFM.20/AP.23.4.37 PHANTOM III. BRAKES. We have noted the contents of your memo Sr/VA.5/ET.21.4.37. We are not surprised that you had bad drum scoring on 3.AZ.20. We… | ||
| scan0203 | Short internal memo dismissing R. Giraud's unpatented invention. | ||
| View original record | W/P. Sr/Crn. from Rm/Gry. 124-5 Rm/Gry4/R.26.4.37. We have read with much amusement R. Giraud's letter. As he has not patented his invention, and we do not wish to get entangled by guarantees of… | ||
| scan0204 | Correspondence about returning front brake drums and skimming the rear drums for chassis 3.AZ.20, the Continental Trials Car. | ||
| View original record | To Rolls-Royce Ltd. Derby........... Copy to By [crossed out] Hd. [crossed out] Rm/Gry. Rm/LPM [crossed out] 1245 Levallois Sr/VA4/ET.27.4.37 Re: CHASSIS 3.AZ.20 - CONTINENTAL TRIALS CAR… | ||
| scan0205 | Final tune-up for two Bentley cars and requesting large capacity oil pumps, while considering potential customs issues. | ||
| View original record | Siles 1245 To Bentley Motors Ltd. Copy to Rm/Gry. Scott Levallois Sr/VA3/ET.28.4.37 Re: CHASSIS B.71.JY - Mme LAUWERS. Please note that one of our Testers was sent to Etablissements Pisart of Brussels… | ||
| scan0206 | Query regarding steering wobble issues on the Phantom III chassis and a request for a future modification. | ||
| View original record | 1245 33ro To Rolls Royce Ltd. Derby....................Hd. copy to ................Rm/Gry. Levallois Sr/VAI6/GM.30.4.37 FJH Please answer GRY Re: STEERING WOBBLES ON PHANTOM III CHASSIS. It is our… | ||
| scan0207 | Customer complaints from Paris regarding Phantom III and Bentley models. | ||
| View original record | 1245 Hs. from Rm/GWH. RHC. Rm. E. Ev. Rm/GWH5/R.4.5.37. PARIS COMPLAINTS. The chief complaints are:- P.III. Steering Wobbles. Load on cross steering ball joints does not remain on an average more than… | ||
| scan0208 | Vehicle complaints from Paris, covering issues with P.III, G.5, and Bentley models. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Rm/GWH. RHC. Rm. B. By. FJH Please report to Rm 1245 GRy Rm/GWH5/R.4.5.37. PARIS COMPLAINTS. The chief complaints are:- P.III. Steering Wobbles. Load on cross steering ball joints does not… | ||
| scan0209 | Excessive oil consumption on a 4 1/2 Litre Bentley by suggesting the use of alternative piston rings. | ||
| View original record | W/P - Sr/VA. 1245 Rm/Mths.19/JH.4.5.37. EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION ON 4 1/2 Litre Bentley. With reference to your memo. Sr/VA.1/ET.29.4.36. in which you state that you are getting complaints of… | ||
| scan0210 | Requesting rubber anchorages from the rear springs of experimental car 35-EX be sent to Derby. | ||
| View original record | 1245 W/P. To Sr/VA. from Rm/Les. Rm/Les.7/AP.11.5.37 35-EX. Experimental Car. Will you please send to Derby for the attention of Mr.Robotham, the rubber anchorages out of the front end of the rear… | ||
| scan0211 | Letter arranging a car conference for Depot Chiefs and offering accommodation. | ||
| View original record | W/P - Sr. from Rm. 1387 124/- Rm5/R.11.5.37. Dear Sr., You will see I have arranged a car Conference for Depot Chiefs shortly after the Whitsuntide holidays, i.e., Monday, May 24th. If you come over… | ||
| scan0212 | Steering wobbles experienced on the Phantom III model. | ||
| View original record | To Rolls Royce Ltd. Derby.... copy to ........Rm. F J H 124S. Levallois Re: STEERING WOBBLES ON PHANTOM III --------------------------- With reference to your Ha/SBI7/HR.3.5.37 we have experienced… | ||
| scan0213 | Query regarding the general fitting of large capacity oil pumps to 4 1/4 Litre Bentley chassis in France. | ||
| View original record | To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby copy to ......Hd......Rm. 1245 Levallois Sr/VA13/GM.14.5.37 Re: FITTING OF LARGE CAPACITY OIL PUMPS TO 4 1/4 LITRE BENTLEY CHASSIS. Will you please let us know if we… | ||
| scan0214 | Letter detailing the repair history and condition of engine bearings from chassis B.179.AE. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten (pencil): Piles, 1243 To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby ................Rm. copy to .............Hd. Handwritten (red ink): Sewell Should like to see these bearings when available Pm Levallois… | ||
| scan0215 | Dimensions and measurements of a crankshaft for chassis B.179.AE. | ||
| View original record | Report CHASSIS B.179.AE - F.E. BLANC Mileage 90.318 Kms. Dimensions of crankshaft:- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Main journals { 2"2475 2"2475 2"2475 2"247 2"248 2"248 2"248 { 246 247 2465 245 2475 2475 2475 --… | ||
| scan0216 | Brief internal memo dismissing 'Radiant Products' as not useful. | ||
| View original record | W/P. Sr. from Rm. 1245 (handwritten) Rm5/R.19.5.37. Re: Sr/Dn8/MLG.10.5.37. Thank you for your note re the Radiant Products. This is a very old device in new clothes, but is of little use to us. Rm. | ||
| scan0217 | Letter forwarding an enquiry and pamphlet from Radiant Products Inc. about their fuel saver products. | ||
| View original record | To "Rm" Derby Showrooms Sr/Dn8/MLG.10.5.37 Dear "Rm", I enclose herewith a letter from the Radiant Products Inc. High and Bartges Streets, Akron, Ohio, U.S.A. dated the 15th April together with a… | ||
| scan0218 | Promotional letter in French from Radiant Products, Inc. to Franco Britannic Autos Ltd. about their automotive products. | ||
| View original record | Radiant Products, Inc. MANUFACTURERS OF QUALITY RADIANT PRODUCTS CABLE ADDRESS "RADIANT" HIGH AND BARTGES STREETS Akron, Ohio. U.S.A. CODES BENTLEY'S, A. B. C. 5TH. ED. IMP. WESTERN UNION AND PRIVATE… | ||
| scan0219 | Page 2 of a business letter in French from Radiant Products, Inc. regarding a sales proposal. | ||
| View original record | -2- avez une idée des perspectives de ventes et de profits que ces articles vous offrent sur votre marché. On nous a sollicité de diverses parts pour la repré- sentation de notre marque dans votre… | ||
| scan0220 | Promotional leaflet for 'Colgra Plated Lubrication' featuring an engineer's sworn statement on its performance. | ||
| View original record | ENGINEERS' SWORN STATEMENT! COLGRA belongs in every auto, truck, tractor and machinery of all kinds. The small amount required to convert any ordinary oil into a “plated lubrication” makes it… | ||
| scan0221 | Advertisement for COLGRA, a super-lubricant oil additive. | ||
| View original record | COLGRA-The Super-Lubricant Plus! Present day motors demand more than ordinary oil for proper lubrication. High speeds and heavy loads wipe moving surfaces dry. Many of the newer cars run over 3500 R.… | ||
| scan0222 | Promotional leaflet for the Radiant Fuel Saver and Automatic Top Oiler. | ||
| View original record | APPROVED! TESTED! GUARANTEED! The Radiant FUEL SAVER is not a gadget but a legitimate gas-saving and top oiling invention that has been thoroughly tested and meets with the approval of automotive… | ||
| scan0223 | Advertisement for the 'Radiant FUEL SAVER' device for automobiles. | ||
| View original record | EVERY CAR OWNER NEEDS THIS NEW DEVICE Gallons of wasted gasoline (petrol)! Leaky and sticky valves! Undue friction and wear! All of these things drain enormous sums from the pockets of motorists each… | ||
| scan0224 | Short typed memo acknowledging remarks regarding Radiant Products. | ||
| View original record | Rolls-Royce Ltd. Derby...........Rm. 1245- Showrooms Sr/Dn3/MLG.21.5.37 I am much obliged to you for your Rm5/R.19.5.37 and note your remarks regarding the Radiant Products. "Sr" h/ | ||
| scan0225 | Query regarding a faulty wheel repair on car 22.G.V. which led to a subsequent collapse. | ||
| View original record | W/P. VA. from Rm/Gry. 1245 Rm/Gry10/R.26.5.37. Sometime ago after an accident that occurred to our car 22.G.V., one or two of the front wheels were brought to the Paris Depot for repair. Whoever… | ||
| scan0226 | Request from Levallois to Derby for three sets of high pressure scraper rings for a Bentley 4 1/4 Litre chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby............. Copy to Rm. D/BP. Levallois Sr/VA9/ET.31.5.37 124J- Re: HIGH PRESSURE SCRAPER RINGS FOR BENTLEY 4 I/4 L. CHASSIS ---------------------- During our recent… | ||
| scan0227 | Requesting the despatch of piston and cylinder block parts for trial purposes. | ||
| View original record | To D/BP. 1245 Rm/Mths.8/JH.56.37. With reference to memo. from Paris Sr/VA.11/ET.31.5.37. we recommended sending the latest type of piston for them to try. Will you please arrange them to have… | ||
| scan0228 | Oil consumption for a Bentley Trials car and offering it for sale. | ||
| View original record | W/P. Sr. from Rm. 1245- Rml/R.5.6.37. The attached gives details of oil consump- tions obtained on one of our Bentley Trials cars at present being used. Possibly you would like to buy this car when we… | ||
| scan0229 | The dispatch of various Bentley 4 1/4 litre engine components for production and trials. | ||
| View original record | To Sr/VA. Rm/Mths.7/JH.7.6.37. 1245 With reference to your memo. Sr/VA.11/ET.31.5.37. we have arranged with D/BP. to have despatched :- 1 Bentley (4 1/4 litre) cylinder block to LOP.EB.2715. 6 EB.3151… | ||
| scan0230 | Engine work, oil consumption, and bearing issues for the Paris Trials car, chassis B.8.GA. | ||
| View original record | Rdex Swddll. 1245 To Rm. Derby. How soon can we let them have a set of bearings as run on 3 BTU a .010 undersized shaft Rm Joyce/Lois S/ET.7.6.37. Re: CHASSIS B.8.GA - PARIS TRIALS CAR : Mileage:… | ||
| scan0231 | Technical memo detailing crankshaft measurements and procedures for fitting new bearings. | ||
| View original record | Sr/VA3/ET.7.6.37 - 2 - CRANKSHAFT : 1 : 2 : 3 : 4 : 5 : 6 : 7 Maximum dia- : : : : : : : : meter of main: : : : : : : : journals.... :2"248 :2"2475 :2"2475 :2"2475 :2"2475 :2"2475 :2"2475 Minimum dia-… | ||
| scan0232 | Correspondence regarding repairs to a spare wheel for chassis 22.G.V - Experimental Car. | ||
| View original record | To Rolls-Royce Ltd. Derby......... Rm/Gry. 1245 Levallois Sr/VA5/ET.8.6.37. Re: CHASSIS 22.G.V - EXPERIMENTAL CAR. --------------------------------- We would ask you kindly to excuse us for not… | ||
| scan0233 | Responding to a complaint about an axle, missing studs, and noisy ball bearings on Chassis No. 3-AX-185. | ||
| View original record | COPY. To Sr. (Paris) From RHC. c. to Hs. c. to Mx. c. to By. RHC.5/MJ.9.6.37. Re. Chassis No. 3-AX-185. We have looked into the complaint in your memo. Sr.5/E.3.6.37 and cannot give any explanation… | ||
| scan0234 | Main bearings and crankshaft regrinding for the Paris Trials Car. | ||
| View original record | W/P. To Sr/VA. from Rm/Swdl. 1243- Rm/Swdl.11/AP.10.6.37 B.8.GA. PARIS TRIALS CAR. In reply to your memo, Sr/VA.3/EP.7.6.37 we have put in hand a set of main bearings in A.C.2. similar to the ones… | ||
| scan0235 | Method for recovering worn, nitrided crankshafts, including processes for lapping and regrinding. | ||
| View original record | COPY. By.2/G.6.11.36. NITRIDED CRANKSHAFTS. RE: METHOD OF RECOVERING WORN SHAFT. ----------------------------------- Referring to Rm.20/MJ.2.11.36 and Rm/Swd.18/JH.2.11.36., it is agreed that we… | ||
| scan0236 | Translated letter from a customer suggesting an electrical control to change the gearing for high-speed travel. | ||
| View original record | 1245- Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby..........Rm. Showrooms Sr/Dn3/MLG.15.6.37 I give you hereunder, translation of a letter I have received from our customer Mr. Edmond Balay who owns a 3½ litre Bentley… | ||
| scan0237 | Communication regarding modifications and parts supply for Mr. Embricos' car, chassis B.260.GA, to address excessive oil consumption. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten note: Wiles Swell How can we obtain supplies of these parts Handwritten note: 1245 Rm To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby......... RM. Copy to ......... D/BP. Levallois Sr/VA5/ET.16.6.37. Re:… | ||
| scan0238 | Instructions to fit new main bearings and modify crankpin lubrication holes on a Bentley B.35.K.U. chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Mx. from Rm/Swdl. RHC. c. to HPS. 124- Rm/Swdl.10/AP.18.6.37 BENTLEY B.35.K.U. CHASSIS M.8.BZ.UNIT. We understand that the above chassis is allotted as the new Paris trials car and would like to… | ||
| scan0239 | Supply and specification of oversize Bentley pistons and rings for a trials car. | ||
| View original record | W/P - Sr/VA. c. to D/BP. 1245' Rm/Mths.9/JH.21.6.37. BENTLEY PISTONS. We have today received the oversize pistons for your trials car, and we are arranging to have these despatched to you as soon as… | ||
| scan0240 | Letter regarding a complaint about wheel repairs on experimental car chassis 22.G.V. | ||
| View original record | To Rolls-Royce Ltd. Derby.......... Rm/Gry. Levallois Re: CHASSIS N° 22.G.V - EXPERIMENTAL CAR With further reference to your Rm/Gry.PO/R.26.5.37, we have to-day received a report from Messrs.… | ||
| scan0241 | Correspondence concerning a collapsed wheel on experimental car chassis 22.G.V and the examination of its spokes. | ||
| View original record | To Rolls-Royce Ltd. Derby............ Rm/Gry. 1245 GRY Sr. is absent Levallois VA3/ET.18.6.37 Re: CHASSIS 22.G.V - EXPERIMENTAL CAR With further reference to your Rm/Gry.Io/R.26.5.37 and our… | ||
| scan0242 | Supply of oversize pistons and scraper rings for a Bentley trials car. | ||
| View original record | W/P - Sr/VA. c. to D/BP. 1245 Rm/Mths.9/JH.21.6.37. BENTLEY PISTONS. We have today received the oversize pistons for your trials car, and we are arranging to have these despatched to you as soon as… | ||
| scan0243 | Request to despatch Bentley pistons and scraper rings to the Paris Depot. | ||
| View original record | To G/Mt. c. to D/BP. 1245 Rm/Mths.5/JH.21.6.37. Will you please arrange to have despatched to Paris Depot the following parts :- 6 Bentley pistons completed. 12 Bentley scraper rings. Rm/Mths. | ||
| scan0244 | Investigation into wheel spokes for vehicle 22.G.V. | ||
| View original record | W/P. To Sr/VA. from Rm/Gry. 1245- Rm/Gry.16/AP.23.6.37 22.G.V. We are unable to say definitely that new spokes have never been fitted to road wheels at Chateauroux and unfortunately the occasion of… | ||
| scan0245 | The excessive oil consumption of a 4 1/4 Litre Bentley, chassis B.260.GA, owned by Mr. Embiricos. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. Derby. Rules 1245 Levallois. SrI/ET.23.6.37 Dictated 22.6.37 Re: CHASSIS B.260.GA - EMBIRICOS. Concerning your memo ending: "A good 4 I/4 Litre Bentley"! ------------------------- I read with… | ||
| scan0246 | Vehicle's oil consumption, shock absorber load adjustments, and handling issues. | ||
| View original record | SrI/ET.23.6.37 - 2 - I therefore turned the car over to PB., instructing him to top the level before starting the following morning, so that, when the car arrived in Paris, we could get some… | ||
| scan0247 | Various engine issues including connecting rod and main bearing wear, and oil leaks from crankshaft fouling. | ||
| View original record | The dynamo charge indicator lamp, as you know, was not working. This is now functioning quite well. With regard to the work carried out on the engine, it all seems fairly standard. As regards N°4 con.… | ||
| scan0248 | High oil consumption, comparing results from steady and fast runs, and the effectiveness of different piston rings. | ||
| View original record | SrI/ET.23.6.37 - 4 - tion. We note that the cylinder bores were not in bad condi- This is interesting. N°7 (in the paragraph "Work carried out") - This is rather interesting, the engine never having… | ||
| scan0249 | Bearing failures on 3 1/2 litre Bentley cars and proposed solutions for customer repairs. | ||
| View original record | 1243- To Rm. Derby. Levallois Sr.2/ET.23.6.37 Dictated 22.6.37 Re: MY TRIP TO LE MANS AND MILEAGE ON TRACK. #R20 As you probably know by now, before leaving for Le Mans I got a telephone call from a… | ||
| scan0250 | Car's performance during a high-speed trial, including details on speed, braking, oil pressure, and comparisons with Bugatti cars. | ||
| View original record | Sr2/ET.23.6.37 - 2 - As regards my car, it went like blue smoke. It is in very fine fettle and the brakes were magnificent. I made free use of them and put up some very high speeds. In fact, my light… | ||
| scan0251 | Race report discussing the performance and mechanical issues of various cars like Alfa-Romeo, Delahaye, and Lagonda. | ||
| View original record | Sr2/ET.23.6.37 - 3 - Talking of streamlining, Sommer's Alfa-Romeo, which was a 2.9 litre double super-charged job was supposed to be capable of doing 230 K.P.H. down the straight, but as it had a… | ||
| scan0252 | Responding to suggestions regarding petrol pumps. | ||
| View original record | W/P - Sr/VA. 1245 also 1263 Rm/JBD.11/JH.24.6.37. We thank you for your suggestions regarding petrol pumps. Our views about them are as follows :- (1) Separate cages for the spherical edged brass… | ||
| scan0253 | Excessive oil consumption on the Embiricos chassis B.200.G.A. | ||
| View original record | W/P. To Sr/VA. from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.6/AP.28.6.37 CHASSIS B.200.G.A. - Embiricos. In reply to your memo Sr/VA.5/ET.16.6.37 regarding our supplying you with combined oil filler and breather pipes as… | ||
| scan0254 | Urgent request from the Showrooms to Derby for the brake horse-power of the 25/30 HP model. | ||
| View original record | Rolls-Royce Ltd . Derby........Rm. Showrooms Sr/EWP23/MLG.1.7.37 124J Re-25/30 HP ------------ Could you please let us know the brake horse-power of the 25/30 HP . This information is urgently… | ||
| scan0255 | Cover note for attached information regarding banging in the silencer. | ||
| View original record | W/P. Sr. from Rm. 7245 Rm8/R.2.7.37. BANGING IN THE SILENCER. We have circulated the attached information which is going to be incorporated in a Depot Sheet. In case it takes some little time to reach… | ||
| scan0256 | The boring and honing operations for Bentley cylinders, including tool specifications and procedures. | ||
| View original record | W/P. To Sr/VA. from Rm/Mths. 1240- Rm/Mths.3/AP.3.7.37 BENTLEY CYLINDERS With reference to your memo Sr/VA.2/ET.25.6.37 requesting information on finish of cylinders, we give below the boring… | ||
| scan0257 | Letter discussing inconsistent oil consumption results, bearing repairs, and fitting a new chassis with the latest bearings. | ||
| View original record | W/P. Sr. from Rm. 1245 also 1220 + 1020 Rm8/R.5.7.37. Many thanks for your notes. I have no excuses for my delay in replying, except that I have been doing other things most of the time. It does not… | ||
| scan0258 | Production testing the B-35-KU Paris-Trials Bentley car with Duckham adcoids fuel additive. | ||
| View original record | W/P - Sr. 1245 Rm/Swdl.22/JH.6.7.37. Paris-Trials Car ( Bentley). Regarding the new trials car B-35-KU which is now on production test, we should like this car to be run with "Duckham adcoids" added… | ||
| scan0259 | Cover letter regarding a quarterly list of complaints for the 3 1/2 & 4 1/4 litre Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby copy to .................... Rm. ............................ GWH. Levallois Sr/VA2/GM.6.7.37 GRY 1245 Re: QUARTERLEY COMPLAINTS - BENTLEY CHASSIS… | ||
| scan0260 | Quarterly complaints report for Bentley chassis, detailing brake issues for the June quarter of 1937. | ||
| View original record | RC = Recurrent Complaint QUARTERLY COMPLAINTS - BENTLEY CHASSIS - JUNE QUARTER 1937. 1. TOTAL BRAKE COMPLAINTS 3.1/2 Litre 4.1/4 Litre Total. June Quarter C.C. 12 12 C.P. Previous Quarter C.O. 1 6 7… | ||
| scan0261 | Quarterly report summarizing brake faults and resolutions for 3.1/2 and 4.1/4 Litre models. | ||
| View original record | 3.1/2 Litre 4.1/4 Litre Total. 4. BRAKES SQUEAK. (Front) June Quarter C.O. 3 3 B-125-GP. 12.873 Kms. Re-bedded O.S. liners. Previous Quarter C.P. C.O. C.P. B-8-GA. 38.491 Kms. Re-bedded liners B-8-GA.… | ||
| scan0262 | Summary of faults and remedial actions for rear brakes, servo, and clutch systems over a six-month period. | ||
| View original record | (3) 7. REAR BRAKES BINDING. 3.1/2 Litre 4.1/4 Litre Total. June Quarter. C.C. C.P. 3 3 Previous Quarter C.C. C.P. 1 1 Six Months 4 4 B-169-GP. 3,965 Miles. Freed N.S. Actuating Shaft. B-107-GP. 15,223… | ||
| scan0263 | Clutch and sparking plug defects, with associated remedies for 3.1/2 and 4.1/4 litre models. | ||
| View original record | ( 4 ) 9. Clutch Fierce or Jaggers. (Continued) 3.1/2 Litre 4.1/4 Litre Total B-100-HK. 12.770 Kms. R.C. Fitted balanced Propellor shaft complete with damper. B-107-GP. 22.000 Kms. Fitted balanced… | ||
| scan0264 | Report page detailing vehicle faults concerning defective spark plugs and excessive oil consumption. | ||
| View original record | ( 5 ) II. Defective Sparking Plugs. (Continued) 3.1/2 Litre 4.1/4 Litre Total. B-74-BN. 13.607 Miles Fitted 6 KLG. type 765 A. plugs. B-181-Hm. 2.554 Kms. Fitted 6 new plugs. B-72-HK. 10.986 Kms.… | ||
| scan0265 | List of customer complaints and service actions taken regarding excessive oil consumption and overoiling. | ||
| View original record | ( 6 ) 12. Excessive oil consumption and overoiling. (Continued) B-122-GA. 23.900 Kms. Owner said he uses about 1 litre per 100 Km. approx. 300 MPG. We tested car at high speed on a hot day and used 2… | ||
| scan0266 | Vehicle faults including excessive oil consumption, engine bearing slack, and connecting rod replacements. | ||
| View original record | ( 7 ) 3.1/2 Litre. 4.1/4 Litre Total. 12. Excessive Oil Consumption and over-oiling. (Continued) B-26-JD. 3,545 Kms. Owner's complaint, about 400 MPG. Car still in owner's hands. To be attended to at… | ||
| scan0267 | Vehicle failures including connecting rods, oil pressure, and water leaks from engines, with statistics and specific case details. | ||
| View original record | ( 8 ) 3.1/2 Litre 4.1/4 Litre Total. 15. FAILURE OF CONNECTING ROD. FAILURE OF CONNECTING ROD BEARING N° 5. (White Metal) June Quarter C.C. 2 I 3 O.P. Previous Quarter C.C. O.P. Six Months 2 I 3… | ||
| scan0268 | Summary report on engine pinking and front axle control issues, detailing cases and resolutions. | ||
| View original record | ( 9 ) 18. ENGINE - PINKING. 3.1/2 Litre 4.1/4 Litre Total. June Quarter C.C. 5 5 C.P. Previous Quarter C.C. C.P. Six Months 5 5 B-226-GA. 18.358 Kms. Plugged up 8 water holes in cylinder head as per… | ||
| scan0269 | Faults and repairs for front axle controls and transmission rattles. | ||
| View original record | ( IO ) 20. FRONT AXLE CONTROLS. NOISY AND SLACK. FITTED NEW PARTS. 3.1/2 Litre 4.1/4 Litre Total. June Quarter C.C. 3 2 5 C.P. Previous Quarter C.C. C.P. I 3 4 Six Months 4 5 9 B-19-DK. 48.693 Kms.… | ||
| scan0270 | Failures, noise, and slack in rear wheel drivers for 3.1/2 and 4.1/4 Litre models. | ||
| View original record | ( II ) 22. FAILURE OF REAR WHEEL DRIVERS. 3.1/2 Litre 4.1/4 Litre Total. June Quarter C.C. 2 1 3 Previous Quarter C.C. C.P. Six Months 2 1 3 B-122-GA. 23.897 Kms. Failure of N.S. driver causing damage… | ||
| scan0271 | Summary of complaints and resolutions for hydraulic dampers and dynamos over a six-month period. | ||
| View original record | ( 12 ) 3.1/2 Litre 4.1/4 Litre Total. 24. TOTAL COMPLAINTS OF HYDRAULIC DAMPERS. June Quarter C.C. 2 2 4 O.P. Previous Quarter C.C. 1 3 4 O.P. Six Months. 3 5 8 25. REAR HYDRAULIC SHOCK DAMPERS NOISY… | ||
| scan0272 | Summary of complaints and statistics regarding dynamo and S.U. petrol pump faults. | ||
| View original record | ( 13 ) 26. Dynamo Insufficient charge or irregular or noisy. (continued) 3.1/2 Litre 4.1/4 Litre Total. B-244-GA. 22.000 Kms. Noisy. Fitted a new D.51269 ball bearing. B-54-EF. 35.300 Kms. Noisy.… | ||
| scan0273 | The performance of S.U. petrol pumps, detailing irregular operation and failures with quarterly statistics and specific case notes. | ||
| View original record | ( 14 ) 27. S.U. PETROL PUMPS. (continued) 3.1/2 Litre 4.1/4 Litre Total. We have recently received a batch of pumps from Works, stamped G.S.S. which we hope will give less trouble than the previous… | ||
| scan0274 | Leaks and noisy operation in S.U. petrol pumps for 3.1/2 and 4.1/4 Litre models. | ||
| View original record | ( 15 ) 29. S.U. PETROL PUMPS. 3.1/2 Litre. 4.1/4 Litre. Total. Leaks. June Quarter C.C. 10 10 20 Previous Quarter C.C. 2 2 C.P. Six Months 12 10 22 3.1/2 Litre. B-174-DG. 31.241 Km. RC. Fitted… | ||
| scan0275 | Faults and modifications for S.U. petrol pumps and wing stay bolts. | ||
| View original record | ( 16 ) 30. S.U. PETROL PUMPS. Fitted a modified pump. 3.1/2 Litre 4.1/4 Litre Total. June Quarter C.O. 2 3 5 C.P. Previous Quarter C.O. 1 14 15 C.P. Six Months. 3 17 20 3.1/2 Litre. B-137-EJ. 50.219… | ||
| scan0276 | Faults with speedometers and rattles from W.B. bumpers across different vehicle models. | ||
| View original record | ( 17 ) 32. DEFECTIVE SPEEDOMETER. 3.1/2 Litre. 4.1/4 Litre. Total. June Quarter C.C. 10 10 Previous Quarter C.C. 3 3 Six Months 13 13 B-97-HW. 2.046 Km. Trip mechanism not working B-72-HK. 4.760 Km. "… | ||
| scan0277 | Stating the brake horse-power of the 25/30 car with an open exhaust. | ||
| View original record | W/P. Sr/EWP. 1243 Rm3/R.6.7.37. 25/30 H.P. Replying to Sr/EWP23/MLG.1.7.37., the brake horse-power of the 25/30 car open exhaust is 105. Rm. | ||
| scan0278 | Cover letter for the quarterly complaints list regarding the 25/30 HP, PH.II & PH.III Chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Rolls Royce Ltd Derby copy to ................GWH. [Handwritten:] Rm [circled] [Handwritten:] # [Handwritten:] 1240- Levallois Sr/VAI6/GM.13.7.37 re: QUARTERLY COMPLAINTS - 25,30 HP. PH.II & PH.III… | ||
| scan0279 | Quarterly complaints report detailing brake issues for various chassis models for the quarter ending June 1937. | ||
| View original record | QUARTERLEY COMPLAINTS - CHASSIS 20/25HP.-25/30HP.-PH.II-PH.III QUARTER ENDING 30TH. JUNE 1937 R.C.= Recurrent complaint. MAJOR COMPLAINTS 1. TOTAL BRAKE COMPLAINTS 20 30 Ph.II PH.III Total June… | ||
| scan0280 | Summary report on brake and servo faults, case counts, and associated remedial actions. | ||
| View original record | -2- 4. BRAKES SEIZE REAR OR BINDING June quarter O.C; I I 2 C.P. Previous quarter O.C. I I C.P. Six months --------------------- I 2 3 ===================== 5. BRAKES OIL LEAKING ON TO & PULLING TO… | ||
| scan0281 | Summary report detailing various clutch complaints and remedial actions over a six-month period. | ||
| View original record | -3- 8. TOTAL CLUTCH COMPLAINTS June quarter C.C. I 3 4 Previous quarter C.P. I I Six months 2 3 5 ----- 9. CLUTCH VERY NOISY UPON ENGAGEMENT 3.AX.179 - 2,647 Miles Loud screech from clutch when same… | ||
| scan0282 | Engine faults and corresponding maintenance actions over two consecutive quarters. | ||
| View original record | -4- 12. TAPPETS NOISY OR VALVE MECHANISM NOISY June quarter C.C. I I C.P. 3 5 Previous quarter C.C. 2 C.P. -------------------------- Six months 2 4 6 ========================== 3.AX.109. Fitted 4 new… | ||
| scan0283 | Engine and exhaust system faults, statistics, and corrective actions taken on specific vehicles. | ||
| View original record | -5- 16. ENGINE OVERHEATING June quarter C.C. 2 2 C.P. Previous quarter C.C. C.P. Six months 2 2 3.AZ.140. 13.183 Kms. Cleaned out the radiator. 3.AZ.20 24.323 Kms. Fitting latest type radiator. 17.… | ||
| scan0284 | Faults and repairs related to vehicle exhaust systems over a six-month period. | ||
| View original record | -6- 20. EXHAUST SILENCER CORRODED June quarter C.C. I I 2 28.MY. 65.982 Kms. O.P. Fitted new rear silencer. Previous quarter C.C. 2 2 GYZ.40. 46.250 Kms. O.P. Ditto. ------------------------- Six… | ||
| scan0285 | Summary report on faults related to front axle controls and steering systems. | ||
| View original record | -7- 24. FRONT AXLE CONTROLES NOISY & SLACK June quarter C.C. I I RUL.4. 14.350 Kms. Re-adjusted & reset the controlee. C.P. Previous quarter C.C. 2 2 C.P. Six months I 2 3 25. STEERING WOBBLES,… | ||
| scan0286 | Summary of complaints and repairs for dynamos and electrical petrol gauges. | ||
| View original record | -2- DYNAMO COMPLAINTS June quarter C.C. I I 3 3 8 Previous quarter C.P. I C.C. I 2 C.P./ ------------------- Six months 2 2 3 3 10 =================== GSF.52 - 43.916 Kms. - Dynamo not charging.… | ||
| scan0287 | Faults and failures of S.U. petrol pumps over a six-month period. | ||
| View original record | -9- 29. S.U. PETROL PUMP. June quarter C.C. I 5 6 C.P. Previous quarter C.C. 4 4 ----- C.P. -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Six months I 9 10… | ||
| scan0288 | Issues with slack and noisy rear wheel drivers, detailing adjustments made. | ||
| View original record | -I0- REAR WHEEL DRIVERS SLACK AND NOISY June quarter C.C. I 3 4 O.P. Previous quarter C.C. O.P. Six months ------------------------- I 3 4 ========================= 3.AZ.20. 24.323 Kms.--(R.O.)… | ||
| scan0289 | Cover memo for the Quarterly Complaints report on the Bentley Chassis for the quarter ending June 30th, 1937. | ||
| View original record | To Derby .............. Hd. Copy to ............. Rm. copy to ............. GWH. Levallois Sr/VA5/GM.13.7.37 1245 re: QUARTERLEY COMPLAINTS - Bentley CHASSIS ------------------------------------------… | ||
| scan0290 | Summary report of minor vehicle complaints and corrective actions for 3.1/2 and 4.1/4 Litre models. | ||
| View original record | Bentley RM ( I ) MINOR COMPLAINTS. 13-7-37 1. END PLAY IN FRONT HUB. 3.1/2 Litre 4.1/4 Litre Total. June quarter C.C. C.P. I I I Previous quarter C.C. C.P. I I Six Months I 2 3 B-26-JD. 2,500 Kms.… | ||
| scan0291 | Quarterly report summarizing vehicle faults, categorized by engine size, with details of corrective actions taken. | ||
| View original record | ( 2 ) 4. FAILURE OF PETROL SUPPLY AT HIGH SPEED. 3.1/2 Litre 4.1/4 Litre Total June Quarter C.C. 2 2 C.P. Previous quarter C.C. 1 1 C.P. Six Months 3 3 B-130-EF. 37.006 Km. Fitted an FB.737 Petrol… | ||
| scan0292 | Car issues and modifications, including oil pump fittings and power loss, with a list of affected vehicles in France. | ||
| View original record | ( 3 ) 7. FITTED A LARGE CAPACITY OIL PUMP. 3.1/2 Litre 4.1/4 Litre Total June quarter C.C. C.P. 31 31 Previous quarter C.C. C.P. Six Months 31 31 8. LOSS OF POWER. June quarter C.C. 1 1 C.P. Previous… | ||
| scan0293 | Summary of vehicle faults including oil leaks and noisy tappets over a six-month period. | ||
| View original record | ( 4 ) 3.1/2 4.1/4 Total litre litre 9. OIL LEAK FROM BASE B-154-GA. 12.903 Km. OF ENGINE OIL FILLER. Cured oil leakage from base of filler,replaced same. June quarter C.C. 2 2 B-107-GP. 15.223 Km.… | ||
| scan0294 | Vehicle faults including misfire, carburetor flooding, and exhaust system issues, with associated remedies. | ||
| View original record | ( 5 ) II. MISFIRE DURING PICK UP. 3.1/2 Litre 4.1/4 Litre Total. June quarter C.C. 2 2 C.P. Previous quarter C.C C.P. Six Months 2 2 Associated notes: B-260-GA. 16.975 Km. Tuned up engine. B-45-HM.… | ||
| scan0295 | Faults and resolutions for vehicle exhaust systems over a six-month period. | ||
| View original record | ( 6 ) 3.1/2 Litre 4.1/4 Litre Total B-104-HK. 10.176 Km. Lapped in the valve of cut-out. B-102-HK. 12.615 Km. As above. 14. EXHAUST CUT OUT RATTLES. June quarter C.C. 2 2 C.P. Previous quarter C.C.… | ||
| scan0296 | Steering-related faults and fixes for various models over a six-month period. | ||
| View original record | ( 7 ) 3.1/2 Litre 4.1/4 Litre Total 17. STEERING NOT SUFFICIENTLY POSITIVE OR SELECTIVE AT HIGH SPEED. June quarter C.C. I I C.P. Previous quarter C.C. C.P. Six Months I I B-85-EJ. 32,779 Km. Fitted 4… | ||
| scan0297 | Faults related to stiff steering and front axle control over a six-month period. | ||
| View original record | ( 8 ) 20. STEERING STIFF. 3.1/2 Litre 4.1/4 Litre Total June quarter C.C. 2 2 Previous quarter C.C. C.P. Six Months 2 2 B-60-GA. 52.045 Km. Paris Trial's Car. Failure of oil feed pipe to front axle… | ||
| scan0298 | Faults such as gear lever vibration, gearbox issues, and oil leaks over a six-month period. | ||
| View original record | ( 9 ) 3.1/2 Litre 4.1/4 Litre Total. Modification as per D.S. Hd.297. 22. GEAR LEVER VIBRATION. June quarter C.C. 3 3 B-174-DC. 31.241 Km. Previous quarter C.P. B-85-KJ. 32.779.Km. C.C. 4 B-137-KJ.… | ||
| scan0299 | Quarterly report detailing vehicle failures and complaints regarding axle thrust and springing. | ||
| View original record | ( 10 ) 3.1/2 Litre 4.1/4 Litre Total 25. a) FAILURE OF THE GB.1442 TYPE AXLE THRUST. b) AXLE THRUST NOISY. B-I-CW. 73.308 Km. Ex.Paris Trial's Car. Fitted latest type GB.2035 thrust. B-48-BW. 42.502… | ||
| scan0300 | Faults and repairs related to springing and hydraulic dampers. | ||
| View original record | ( II ) 3.1/2 Litre 4.1/4 Litre Total 27. SPRINGING.(continued) B-45-HM. 3,682 Km. Springing too hard. Reduced front dampers from 120 to 60 lbs. Rear from 100 to 60 lbs. ------------------- 28. FRONT… | ||
| scan0301 | Quarterly report detailing vehicle faults related to ride control, electric horns, and petrol gauges. | ||
| View original record | ( I2 ) 31. RIDE CONTROL INEFFICIENT OR INSUFFICIENT PRESSURE IN PIPE LINES. 3.1/2 Litre 4.1/4 Litre Total. June quarter C.C. 3 3 C.P. Previous quarter C.C. I I C.P. Six Months 4 4 B-97-HM. 2.046 Km.… | ||
| scan0302 | Quarterly report summarizing vehicle defects for batteries, starter motors, revolution counters, and clocks. | ||
| View original record | ( 13 ) 34. BATTERY RUN DOWN OR DEFECTIVE. 3.1/2 Litre 4.1/4 Litre Total June quarter C.C. 1 1 2 C.P. Previous quarter C.C. 2 2 4 C.P. Six Months 3 3 6 B-201-CW. 28.557 Km. Battery run down, changed… | ||
| scan0303 | Report page detailing vehicle defects concerning windscreen wipers, engine suspension, and pedal mechanisms, along with their remedies. | ||
| View original record | ( 14 ) 3.1/2 Litre 4.1/4 Litre Total 37. WINDSCREEN WIPER DEFECTIVE. June quarter C.C. I I C.P. Previous quarter C.C. C.P. Six Months I I B-226-GA. Removed flexible drive between the gearbox and oil… | ||
| scan0304 | Report tallying failures of headlamp cross members, bumper stops, and bumper clips over a six-month period. | ||
| View original record | ( I5 ) 3.1/2 Litre 4.1/4 Litre Total B-66-EF. 31.III Km. Fitted on FB.2534. Strengthened type Headlamp cross member 40. FAILURE OF HEADLAMP CROSS MEMBER. June quarter C.C. I C.P. I Previous quarter… | ||
| scan0305 | Vehicle faults, specifically broken bumper plates and leaking petrol pipes, with statistics and case notes. | ||
| View original record | ( 16 ) 43. HORIZONTAL PLATES OF W.B. BUMPER BROKEN. 3.1/2 Litre 4.1/4 Litre Total June quarter C.C. 2 2 C.P. Previous quarter C.C. 2 2 C.P. --------------------------------- Six Months 4 4 B-125-GP.… | ||
| scan0306 | Cover letter for a quarterly list of minor complaints regarding 20/25HP, 25/30HP, PH.II & PH.III chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Rolls Royce Ltd. Derby ................Hd. copy to .............Rm. copy to .............GWH. Levallois Sr/VAII/GM.13.7.37 re: QUARTERLEY COMPLAINTS ,25,30, PH.II. & PH.III Chassis… | ||
| scan0307 | Quarterly report on minor complaints for Chassis 20/25HP, 25/30HP, PH.II, and PH.III. | ||
| View original record | RM QUARTERLEY COMPLAINTS - CHASSIS 20/25HP.-25/30HP.-PH.II-PH.III SERIES QUARTER ENDING 30th.JUNE 1937 - "Minor Complaints" 20HP. 30HP. PH.II PH.III Total 1. ENGINE GEAR RATTLES. June quarter C.C. I I… | ||
| scan0308 | Summary report of engine faults, instances, and corrective actions for specific vehicles. | ||
| View original record | -2- 5. IGNITION MISFIRE. June quarter C.C. I I 2 GXB.32 - Fitted a new condensor C.P. 3.AX.179- 2.361 Miles Previous quarter C.C. I I Cleaned the plugs. C.P. I Six months -----------------------------… | ||
| scan0309 | Summary report of vehicle complaints over a six-month period, covering magneto, steering, and hydraulic issues. | ||
| View original record | -3- 9. MAGNETO NOISY June quarter C.C. C.P. Previous quarter C.C. 2 2 C.P. Six months 2 2 10. STEERING CONTROLES RATTLE June quarter C.C. I I GSY.5I. 40.382 Kms. C.P. Refitted felt ring. Previous… | ||
| scan0310 | Quarterly fault analysis report covering issues such as hydraulic knocks, control failures, and bonnet rattles. | ||
| View original record | -4- 13. HYDRAULIC KNOCKS June quarter C.C. ----- C.P. Previous quarter C.C. 2 2 C.P. Six months 2 2 14. HYDRAULICS FAILURE OF CONTROL June quarter C.C. I I 63.TA 25937 Miles. C.P. Dismantled the… | ||
| scan0311 | Vehicle defects noted over a six-month period, including case-specific details. | ||
| View original record | -5- 17. CLOCK ELECTRIC DEFECTIVE June quarter C.C. I I 3.AZ.212 - 10.150 Kms. C.P. Solenoid wire fractured. Previous quarter C.C. C.P. Six months I I 18. ELECTRIC HORNS DEFECTIVE June quarter C.C. I I… | ||
| scan0312 | Failures of vehicle components over quarterly and six-monthly periods. | ||
| View original record | -6- 21? SPEEDOMETER FAILURES. June quarter C.C. 2 2 C.P. Previous quarter C.C. I I C.P. Six months I 2 3 3.AX.185 - 2950 miles. trip recorder defective. 3.BU.94 - 1156 kms. trip recorder defective.… | ||
| scan0313 | The repair and supply of S.U. Petrol Pumps and their associated spare parts. | ||
| View original record | W/P To SR/VA. Rm/JBD.14/JH.14.7.37. S.U. Petrol Pumps. In reply to your memo. Sr/VA.4/GM.9.7.37. We are having an end cutter and bush to centralise the S.U. magnet units and will despatch the same to… | ||
| scan0314 | Discussion on recommendations for big-end bearings on the Bentley. | ||
| View original record | W/P. Sr. from Rm. 124J Rm8/R.15.7.37. We had a discussion with Sg. on big-end bearings on the Bentley. I enclose my recommendations on the subject. These have been agreed to. You will be receiving… | ||
| scan0315 | Requesting a new scheme for the bijur feed pipe on a Phantom III to prevent stone damage. | ||
| View original record | To E. c. to By. Rm/JBD.14/JH.15.7.37. Phantom III. The main bijur feed to the back axle in the Phantom III enters the coil in the NBR spring from in front of the shackle. Will you please get out a… | ||
| scan0316 | Complaint case letter regarding an overheating car, chassis 3.AZ.148, owned by Sir Pomeroy Burton, and the fitting of a new radiator. | ||
| View original record | To Rolls Royce Ltd. Derby copy to ............Hd. F'd Rm 1243 Levallois Sr/VA6/GM.20.7.37 re: CHASSIS 3.AZ.148 - Sir Pomeroy BURTON ------------------------------------------ Complaint case As you are… | ||
| scan0317 | Road tests, overheating issues, and subsequent repairs for chassis 3.AZ.148. | ||
| View original record | R E P O R T CHASSIS 3.AZ.148 - Sir Pomeroy BURTON O.P.N°. 3376 -------------------- Upon my arrival at Aix-les-Bains in the morning on the 14th. July, I made a test of the car in company with the… | ||
| scan0318 | Service report detailing observations and adjustments made to a customer's car. | ||
| View original record | -2- I Observed that when driving the car at 130 K.P.H. that there was a shortage of petrol due to the pump being sluggish on one side. I examined the pump and cleaned the contacts etc.. The owner… | ||
| scan0319 | Brief memo from Bentley Motors acknowledging receipt of a report on big end bearings. | ||
| View original record | Bentley Motors (1931) Ltd., 1245. Srl/Crn.22.7.37. D E R B Y..................Rm. Big end bearings. ----------------- Thanks very much for having sent on to me the interesting report attached to your… | ||
| scan0320 | Vaporisation and clutch troubles on two customer cars, and the performance of 1938 sports cars. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. Derby George V Sr9/ET.22.7.37 124-J I rang you up the other day, but could not get into touch with you concerning the two following cars: Mr. de VILLEROY - 3.BU.94 - This gentleman has… | ||
| scan0321 | Letter discussing works closure, supply issues with high-pressure petrol pumps and clutches, and a staff re-organisation. | ||
| View original record | W/P. Sr. from Rm. 1243 Rm4/R.24.7.37. Many thanks for Sr19/ET.22.7.37. As you know the Works are at present closed. Almost as soon as they re-open we hope to have some supplies of high-pressure petrol… | ||
| scan0322 | Replacement schedule and costs for Bentley connecting rods and main bearings. | ||
| View original record | To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby Copy to .............. Rm. Handwritten notes: Hives Swell 1245- Please note Rm George V. Sr14/ET.26.7.37 Re: BENTLEY CONNECTING RODS AND MAIN BEARINGS… | ||
| scan0323 | Customer complaints and modifications for high-pressure petrol pumps. | ||
| View original record | File To Rm. Derby. DIXON 1245 Sr. is absent Levallois VA6/ET.4.8.37 Re: HIGH PRESSURE PETROL PUMPS (Rm3/R.31.7.37). With reference to the above memo, the contents of which we have very carefully… | ||
| scan0324 | Work on specific chassis, staffing issues due to holidays and a 40-hour week, and the receipt of high-pressure petrol pumps. | ||
| View original record | VA6/ET.4.8.37 - 2 - you premature information that may prove to be unreliable. As far as we can tell at present, we should think the scheme as carried out to chassis 3.BT.121 is a good one and in the… | ||
| scan0325 | The performance and engine temperature of chassis 3.AZ.214 during a hill climb. | ||
| View original record | To Rolls Royce Ltd? derby ............Rm. Levallois Sr/VAI3/GM.5.8.37 Re: CHASSIS 3.AZ.2I4 - Princess Torre e Tasso We think the following will be of interest to You. Before the above car was… | ||
| scan0326 | Despatching experimental Bentley pistons with American type rings to fix oil consumption issues. | ||
| View original record | W/P. To Sr/VA. from Rm/Mths. BENTLEY OIL CONSUMPTION. We are despatching this week-end a set of the latest type Bentley pistons to which we have fitted a set of American type rings. We are sending… | ||
| scan0327 | The despatch of a set of Bentley pistons with special rings to Paris. | ||
| View original record | To D/BP. c. to G/Mt. Rm/Mths.2/JH.9.8.37. 12435 BENTLEY PISTONS. We are sending into stores for despatch to Franco-Britanic Autos, Paris, one set of Bentley pistons complete to LOP.EB.2833 but fitted… | ||
| scan0328 | Telegram from Sleator in Paris requesting the urgent dispatch of chassis B thirty-five KU for coachbuilders. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAM Charges to pay RECEIVED MS 56 No. 0335 OFFICE STAMP DERBY 9 AUG 37 BM Am 66 Prefix. Time handed in. Office of Origin and Service Instructions. Words. From: 366 CL 1615 9 PARIS 16… | ||
| scan0329 | Cover memo apologising for the sloppy typing of a previous document concerning Chassis 3-AZ-214 for Princess Torre et Tasso. | ||
| View original record | To Rolls-Royce Ltd. Derby ........ Rm 1245' Re: CHASSIS 3-AZ-214 - Princess Torre et Tasso Sr/VA13/GM.5.8.37 Please excuse the rather sloppy way in which the above memo was typed; it was put in the… | ||
| scan0330 | Urgent request from the showrooms for the despatch of chassis B-35-KU for coachbuilders. | ||
| View original record | Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby.............Rm. Showrooms Sr/DnI2/MLG.9.8.37 Re- Chassis B-35-KU-Trials car Our coachbuilders are now clamoring for this chassis in order to get on with the coachwork and I… | ||
| scan0331 | Accommodation and facilities for a party attending the Tourist Trophy Race. | ||
| View original record | W/P. To Sr. from Rm. 1240 Rm.16/AP.17.8.37 TOURIST TROPHY RACE I mentioned your proposal to bring a party over to the Tourist Trophy Race to Hs. He would be very pleased to put them up at Duffield… | ||
| scan0332 | Confirming the fitting of a high-pressure petrol pump to two specific chassis and the receipt of parts. | ||
| View original record | To Rolls-Royce Ltd. Derby......... Rm/Gry. Levallois VA.5/ET.17.8.37 Re: HIGH PRESSURE PETROL PUMPS. With reference to the copy of your Rm.Gry.3/R.12.8.37, we have successfully fitted a high pressure… | ||
| scan0333 | Query about the efficiency difference between early, Mark V, and Mark VI type matrixes for chassis 3 AZ 20. | ||
| View original record | To Rolls Royce Ltd. Derby..... to D/BP. VA/Vf22/18.8.37 Levallois. Sr. is absent. Re chassis 3 AZ 20 - Trials car. 1243- Re case 14816 We thank you for your D/BP/WH10/DH.13.8.37 and the information… | ||
| scan0334 | Investigating the cause of a dynamo drive bearing failure on a car. | ||
| View original record | FRANCO-BRITANNIC AUTOS LTD. CONCESSIONNAIRES DE ROLLS-ROYCE, BENTLEY & C. PARIS LEVALLOIS-PERRET REGISTRE DU COMMERCE SEINE 262.464 B RÉFÉRENCE PRIÈRE DE RÉPONDRE A SERVICE DES VENTES & MAGASIN… | ||
| scan0335 | The dispatch of new gears, a system check, and a delay in retrieving a car from Le Mans. | ||
| View original record | Pending the arrival of new gears which were being despatched by our yesterday I have been checking over the whole of the oil system & found same to be in order. In view of the mystery - I have… | ||
| scan0336 | Point-by-point response regarding 4 1/4 and 3 1/2 litre Bentley models. | ||
| View original record | SrI4/ET.26.7.37 Page 3 - para. 5. We quite agree with you on this point. 4 1/4 LITRE BENTLEY. Page 3 - para I (RmI/R.7.7.37). O.K. All our chassis are fitted with large oil pumps over here. Paras. 2,… | ||
| scan0337 | Complaint about engine roughness and the policy on charging for related repairs. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - this complaint of roughness, but I am determined to go on until something happens, with a view to finding out up to what mileage, after having been tightened up (main bearings stepped) we can… | ||
| scan0338 | Letter regarding the dispatch of chassis B.35.KU for a superlight body, with subsequent handwritten annotations. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. Derby. [Handwritten annotations at top] Chassis Test Dept 1245 SKELLORN when will this chassis be despatched Ru [Typed content] George V Sr17/ET.26.7.37; Dear Rm., The Coachbuilders advise me… | ||
| scan0339 | Solution for fuel vaporisation issues in petrol systems. | ||
| View original record | W/P. Sr. from Rm/GWH. c. Sr/VA. 1245 Rm/GWH2/R.27.7.37. P.III - VAPORISATION TROUBLE. Rm. has asked me to reply to your letter of the 22nd re Mr. de Villeroy 3.BU.94, and any others that may have the… | ||
| scan0340 | Complaint case memo regarding engine and pump troubles with chassis 3.AZ.52, owned by Mr. Lionel de Rothschild. | ||
| View original record | File To Rolls Royce Ltd Derby ............Rm. copy to ............Hd. 1243 Levallois Sr/VAIO/GM.27.7.37 Re: CHASSIS 3.AZ.52 - Mr. Lionel de ROTHSCHILD --- COMPLAINT CASE --- On the 19th. instant the… | ||
| scan0341 | Complaint case memo regarding chassis 3.AZ.52 for Mr. Lionel de Rothschild, concerning the petrol pump position. | ||
| View original record | To Rolls Royce Ltd. London ..........C. copy to ........R. Levallois Sr/VAII/GM.27.7.37 RE/ CHASSIS 3.AZ.52 - Mr. Lionel de ROTHSCHILD --------------------------- COMPLAINT CASE… | ||
| scan0342 | Translated report on a road test and subsequent maintenance work for Chassis 3.AZ.52, belonging to Mr. Lionel de Rothschild. | ||
| View original record | Translation of Report CHASSIS 3.AZ.52 - Mr. Lionel de ROTHSCHILD O.P. 3378 - Mileage 9250 miles --------------------------------- Upon my arrival at Brides-les-Bains: I tested the car in the… | ||
| scan0343 | Road test report detailing investigations into petrol pump performance and petrol shortage at high altitudes. | ||
| View original record | about 1800 meters; this is where the owner had previously experienced trouble due to shortage of petrol to carburettor etc. The road at this altitude has an inclination of about 14%. I then stopped… | ||
| scan0344 | Short typed letter concerning a memo about a Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | W.A.Robotham, Esq., Park Lees, DUFFIELD. Derbyshire. Srl/Crn.27.7.37. 1245 Bentley chassis. ---------------- Dear Rm., I am attaching, hereto, a copy of my memo. reference Srl4/ET.26.7.37, destined to… | ||
| scan0345 | Letter regarding the dispatch of mechanically operated Bentley petrol pumps. | ||
| View original record | To: Rm WORKS. 1245 SrE/Crn.29.7.37. Bentley petrol pumps. Dear Rm, I have been very late in sending you a mechanically operated petrol pump, with which most cars over here are fitted nowadays, but one… | ||
| scan0346 | Private memo from Rm to W/P concerning an upcoming trip to Paris and an interest in petrol pumps. | ||
| View original record | PRIVATE. 1243 W/P. Sr. from Rm. Rm9/R.30.7.37. Referring to Sr14/ET.26.7.37., I do not consider there is anything wrong with the wording of this memo. I shall certainly be in Paris within the next ten… | ||
| scan0347 | Letter discussing the standardization of high-pressure petrol pumps and a request to fit a non-standard version to a customer's car. | ||
| View original record | W/P. Sr. from Rm. Rm3/R.31.7.37. You are asking for high pressure pumps. We are doing the best we can to let you have some; on the other hand, the petrol pump in the frame is not yet standardised.… | ||
| scan0348 | Letter regarding Phantom III vaporisation trouble and modifications to the petrol filter and piping. | ||
| View original record | By. From this later report it appears that M. Villeroy, who was the originator of the idea that the filter removed from the Vee cured all, is not now so happy Rm. To Rolls-Royce Ltd. Derby............… | ||
| scan0349 | Customer letter providing feedback on a car's performance, comfort, and issues related to fuel types during a journey. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. RITTER'S PARK HOTEL UND KURABTEILUNG BAD HOMBURG, v.d.H. July 26, 1937. Messrs. Rolls-Royce, P A R I S. Dear Sirs, As promised I herewith want to let you know the car's behaviour on the way… | ||
| scan0350 | Instructions on using an end cutter and bush to centralize pole pieces on S.U. petrol pumps. | ||
| View original record | W/P - SR/VA. 1243 Rm/JBD.16/JH.3.8.37. We are despatching to you today one end cutter and bush for centralizing the pole pieces on the S.U. petrol pumps. The bush to be bolted on to the magnet unit. A… | ||
| scan0351 | The dispatch of an end cutter and bush for petrol pumps to the Paris Depot. | ||
| View original record | To HPS/WSG. 124-5 Rm/JBD.15/JH.3.8.37. Herewith are end cutter and bush EX.27711 and 12. Will you please despatch to the Paris Depot for the attention of Mr. Allen. This has been made in the works and… | ||