Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Conference report on chassis cost, focusing on front suspension and comparing figures for Wraith and Bentley V models. | ||
| View original record | 1381 [Handwritten] Les. [Handwritten] Pm/Gry. Prime [Handwritten] RHC/Mr.Reid. BY.4/G.4.7.39. CONFERENCE IN REGARD TO COST - CHASSIS. Present: BY. Les. Gry. Mr. Reid. Hs. being unable to be present at… | ||
| scan0002 | The costs and savings of different rear axle types, comparing semi-floating and fully-floating designs. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - BY.4/G.4.7.39. Mr. Reid has compiled the figures for each part, which can be referred to by Hs. forthe cost of any specified part, the times being based upon what one might call "normal working… | ||
| scan0003 | Notes from a conference held on July 10th, 1939, to discuss chassis costs and production issues with the B.V. model. | ||
| View original record | 1381 Hs/IS.1/IK.11.7.39. Rm NOTES ON CONFERENCE TO DISCUSS CHASSIS COSTS. HELD MONDAY, JULY 10TH, 1939. Present: Hs, By, RHC/JRD. RHC/GMc. Rm/Gry. Les. Hs/LS. The discussion centred mainly round the… | ||
| scan0004 | Minutes from a chassis conference discussing the status of various new chassis models. | ||
| View original record | 1381. To [redacted] from HPS/WSC. c. Rm. [redacted] c. [redacted] c. [redacted] c. [redacted] HPS/WSC.10/BA.12.7.39. CHASSIS CONFERENCE HELD 11.7.39. Personnel present :- RH. AG. CP. TF. WSC. TB. LK.… | ||
| scan0005 | Status report on various Bentley cars undergoing testing and modification. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - HPS/WSC.10/BA.12.7.39. BENTLEY CARS ON TEST. REMARKS. 7.B.Y. On test for general development. Fitted with B.V. No.3 Unit. We cannot fit the leading brake shoes, due to not being able to get end… | ||
| scan0006 | Test report on various car chassis, detailing development status and component trials. | ||
| View original record | -3- HPS/WSC.10/BA.12.7.39. 12.B.V. - contd. REMARKS. 10. Steering Wheel supplied by Rm/Gry. 11. Latest Clutch Pedal Scheme FCD.1357. 12. Relining of brakes with BZ. and RU. material. Anticipate… | ||
| scan0007 | Test requirements for car 3.B.50, a summary of jobs to be done, and an update on Bentley 80 engine units. | ||
| View original record | -4- 3.B.50. On test - we require for this car Standard Production type Cast Iron Front Shock Dampers, All Helical Gear Box with Standard rato gears - Fitted with B.60,No.4 Unit. to be modified ( see… | ||
| scan0008 | List of engine components and production updates for various engine units. | ||
| View original record | - 5 - No.6 - B.80 - contd. 2. EB.4575 Crankshaft, with nose end to EB.4104 to suit original harmonic damper. 3. EW.2121 Split skirt pistons. 4. EB.4098 Cylinder Head. 5. EB.4512 Camshaft. 6. Ex.33420… | ||
| scan0009 | Progress report on the 8 Cylinder High Power Alum Engine and B.60 Cast Iron Units. | ||
| View original record | - 6 - REMARKS. 8 Cylinder High Power Alum Engine. New Unit, new pattern for top half and Cylinder Head. EB.5079 Crankcase and Cylinder. EB.5100 Cylinder Head. EB.5109 Exhaust Valves. EB.5107/8 Inner… | ||
| scan0010 | Specifications and part lists for B.60 Cast Iron and Bentley V engine units, including conversions. | ||
| View original record | -7- HPS/WSC.10/BA.12.7.39. B.60 Cast Iron Units. No.6. New Unit in accordance with specification issued in HPS/WSC.1/BA.5.4.39 and HPS/WSC.8/BA.26.5.39. 1. EB.4918 Crankcase T.H. and Cylinder to suit,… | ||
| scan0011 | Status report on Wraith III and Wraith Ripple engine units, detailing testing, development, and component specifications. | ||
| View original record | - 8 - HPS/WSC.10/BA.12.7.39. WRAITH III UNITS. No.1 On test for general development. No.4 On test for general development. No.5.Fitted in 28.G.VI. No.6.Fitted in 27.G.VI. No.8.Fitted in 25.G.VI - Rm's… | ||
| scan0012 | Status report on various engine components including cylinder units, gearboxes, induction systems, and crankshaft dampers. | ||
| View original record | - 9 - HPS/WSC.10/BA.12.7.39. REMARKS 4 Cylinder Unit. of the existing B.60 Units. EB.4843 C'shaft promised by Shardlows for 1st week in July We anticipate passing to test by the 2nd week in July.… | ||
| scan0013 | B.60 and B.80 Induction Systems and Phantom III strengthened tappets. | ||
| View original record | -10- HPS/WSC.10/BA.12.7.39. B.60 and 80 Induction Systems. 1.500 dia bore Induction pipes. Ex.S.1527 - Ex.S.1537. EB.4838/9. Promise of completion is requested. Note to AH. re castings. Phantom III… | ||
| scan0014 | Minutes from a chassis conference discussing the status and specifications of new models. | ||
| View original record | 1381. To HBS. from HPS/WSC. c. Rm. Rm/Swdl. RH. c. LK. AG. TB. HL. c. FN. TF. JM. RI. c. CP. HPS/WSC.7/BA.19.7.39. CHASSIS CONFERENCE HELD 18.7.39. Personnel present:- RH. WSC. AG. CP. TF. TB. LK. FN.… | ||
| scan0015 | Status report on various Bentley cars undergoing testing, detailing their configurations, modifications, and supply issues. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - HPS/WSC.8/BA.19.7.39. BENTLEY CARS ON TEST. 7.B.V. On test for general development. Fitted with B.V.No.3 Unit. 8.B.V. On test, rebuilt after 50,000 miles trials. Fitted with B.V. No.7 Unit.… | ||
| scan0016 | Test report on various car models, detailing development progress, modifications, and future work. | ||
| View original record | -3- 12.B.V. - continued. REMARKS 10. Steering Wheel supplied by Rm/Gry. 11. Latest Clutch Pedal Scheme FCD.1357. 12. Relining of brakes with BZ and RU material Anticipate passing to test by mid-day… | ||
| scan0017 | Progress report on B.50 units and Bentley 80 engine units, with a summary of required jobs. | ||
| View original record | -4- 1.B.50. On test for General Development. Fitted with B.60 No.2 Unit. 2.B.50. On test for General Development, fitted with GL.892 new departure seal centre bearing B.V.No.3 Unit. 3.B.50. On test -… | ||
| scan0018 | List of parts and specifications for various engine units. | ||
| View original record | -5- Bentley 80 Engine Units - contd. No.6. New Unit in accordance with specification issued in HPS/WSC.1/BA.31.3.39. The main items consisting of, 1. EB.4670 Crankcase T.H. and Cylinders to suit 2.750… | ||
| scan0019 | Technical report detailing specifications and modifications for various engine units and their components. | ||
| View original record | -6- Remarks. HPS/WSC.7/BA.19.7.39. Conventional 8 No.1 Unit - continued. 5. EB.4540 Rocker Cover. 6. EB.4506 Induction pipe. 7. EB.4713/4 Exhaust Manifolds. 8. EB.4599 Camshaft. 9. Rm.576 Flywheel. 8… | ||
| scan0020 | Component specifications and updates for various engine units, including Cast Iron and Bentley V models. | ||
| View original record | -7- HPS/WSC.7/BA.19.7.39. Remarks. No.5 - contd. 3. SCD.1043 Crankshaft Damper. 4. EB.3916 Aerolite pistons. 5. EB.3844 Cylinder Head. 6. EB.5051 Rocker Cover PD.430 Oil Filler incorporated. 7.… | ||
| scan0021 | Status report on Bentley V, Wraith III, and Wraith Ripple units, detailing chassis fittings, testing, and component specifications. | ||
| View original record | -8- HPS/WSC.7/BA.19.7.39. Remarks. 8. Oil pump complete to LOP.EB.4884. 9. Oil Relief Valve to LOP.EB.4885. Bentley V. No.1 - contd. No.2. Fitted in 7.B.V.Chassis. No.3. Fitted in 2.B.50 Chassis. No.4… | ||
| scan0022 | Progress report detailing the status of various engineering components, trials, and instructions. | ||
| View original record | -9- HPS/WSC.7/BA.19.7.39. W.R.No.2. Fitted in 12.B.V. for 15,000 miles trials. W.R.No.3. Fitted in 1.R.1 Chassis. 4 Cylinder Unit. This new unit is being produced by convertig one of the existing B.60… | ||
| scan0023 | Progress report on various vehicle components and their current status. | ||
| View original record | -10- HPS/WSC.7/BA.19.7.39. Remarks. B.60 and 80 Induction System. 1.500 dia bore Induction pipes. Ex.S.1527 - Ex.S.1537. EB.4838/9. Promise of completion is required. Note to AH. re. castings. Ph.III… | ||
| scan0024 | Minutes from a chassis conference discussing Bentley V part lists, inter-departmental procedures, and gearbox rattle issues. | ||
| View original record | 1381 Hs. By. Rm. RHC/J.Rd. RHC. RHC/Mc.C. Les. BY.S/G.18.7.39. CHASSIS CONFERENCE IN HS's OFFICE, 17TH. JULY 1939. Present: Hs. By. Rm. Les. RHC/J.Rd. RHC/Mc.C. BENTLEY V. BY. submitted a complete… | ||
| scan0025 | Meeting minutes discussing gearbox rattle, production costs, and 8-cylinder engine modifications. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - BY.8/G.18.7.39. (2). Gearbox. cont'd. the box without commenting on the rattle, in other words, they did not appreciate it was there. Hs. pointed out finally that we should not risk a failure by… | ||
| scan0026 | Meeting notes regarding an 8-cylinder engine, chassis production for a show including Bentley V and Corniche models, and 'Ripple' material costs. | ||
| View original record | -3- (5). 8 Cylinder Engine. Contd. standard production, so that all parts would be alike for the rationalised range of cars. (6). Cars for the Show. Hs. enquired as to the number of finished chassis,… | ||
| scan0027 | Minutes of a chassis conference held in the board room discussing material delays and print store processes. | ||
| View original record | SECRET 1381. COSTS Les.12/B.25.7.39. MINUTES OF CHASSIS CONFERENCE HELD IN THE BOARD ROOM 24th JULY, 1939. PRESENT - Hs. By. (Rm.) RHC. Les. Hs/Ls. RHC/JRD. RHC/McC. BENTLEY V. MATERIAL DELAY By.… | ||
| scan0028 | Meeting notes discussing production costs for the Gear Box, Bentley V, and Silver Ripple models. | ||
| View original record | -2- Les.12/B.25.7.39 (Contd:- GEAR BOX By. stated that it was intended the Gear Box should have no anti-rattle device. Rm. said that the latest tests showed that such a device was probably… | ||
| scan0029 | Report discussing body costs, C.I. engine selection for the Silver Ripple, production timelines, and starter motor pricing. | ||
| View original record | -3- Les.12/B.25.7.39 (Contd:- Silver Ripple (Contd) By. stated that the body cost would be similar to B.V., namely £300. Rm. pointed out that the S.S.Jaguar body cost only £68. CAST IRON ENGINES Hs.… | ||
| scan0030 | The cost, testing, and quotations for starter motors from Lucas and a new cast iron design. | ||
| View original record | -4- Les.12/B.25.7.39 (Contd:- Starter Motors (Contd) RHC/JRD stated that the Lucas Starter Motor produced at these Works would cost approximately £4.10.0d. It was decided that a Starter Motor having a… | ||
| scan0031 | Minutes of a chassis conference discussing Bentley V, Avon Tyres, Silver Ripple, and Wraith production. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. 1381 Les.1/IB. 24. 8. 39. Minutes of Chassis Conference held in the Board Room on Monday, 21st August, 1939. Present - Hs. By. (Rm.) Les. Hs/LS. RHC/JRD. RHC/McC. Bentley V. RHC/McC. stated… | ||
| scan0032 | Meeting notes discussing the Bentley V production of chassis and delays due to tool shortages. | ||
| View original record | continued... -2- Les.1/IB. 24. 8. 39. Bentley V Production. 250 sets. cont'd. Hs. estimated that an average of ten chassis per week would be required throughout the year, which meant that more than… | ||
| scan0033 | Minutes from a Chassis Conference detailing the status and specifications for various new chassis models. | ||
| View original record | 1381. To HPS from HPS/WSC. c. Rm Rm/Swdl. RH. c. LK. AG. TB. HL. c. FN. TF. JM. RI. c. CP. HPS/WSC.2/BA.28.8.39. CHASSIS CONFERENCE HELD 22.8.39. Personnel present:- RH. WSC.AG. TF. TB. LK. FN. JM.… | ||
| scan0034 | Test report detailing the status and configuration of several Bentley cars undergoing development and trials. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - HPS/WSC.2/BA.28.8.39. Bentley Cars on Test. 7.B.V. On test for general development fitted with B.V. No.3 Unit. 8.B.V. On test, rebuild after 50,000 miles trials. Fitted with B.V. No.7 Unit.… | ||
| scan0035 | Test report and summary of required jobs for Wraith and Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | -3- HPS/WSC.2/BA.28.8.39. Remarks. WRAITH CARS ON TEST. 25.G.VI. On test for general development fitted with W.III.No.8 Unit - Rm's car. 27.G.VI. On test for general development fitted with W.III.No.6… | ||
| scan0036 | Status report and parts list for various Bentley 80 Engine Units. | ||
| View original record | -4- HPS/WSC.2/BA.28.8.39. BENTLEY 80 ENGINE UNITS. Remarks. No.1 On test for General Development. No.2 In shop - dismantled. No.3 Fitted in 11.B.V. Chassis. No.4 Test Bed Unit. In shop Camshaft… | ||
| scan0037 | List of components and specifications for various Bentley engine units, including the 80, Conventional 8, and High Power Alum engines. | ||
| View original record | -5- HPS/WSC.2/BA.28.8.39. Bentley 80 Engine Units - continued. No.7 - contd. 1. EB.4670 Crankcase T.H. and Cylinder. 2. EB.4575 Crankshaft, nose end to EB.4101. 3. EB.3916 Standard Aerolite pistons… | ||
| scan0038 | Progress report on cast iron engine units, detailing specifications, modifications, and component parts. | ||
| View original record | -6- HPS/WSC.2/BA.28.8.39. B.60.Cast Iron Units - continued No.2 Fitted in 1.B.50 Chassis. No.3.On test for Development running. No.4 Fitted in 3.B.50 Chassis. To be modified by incorporating Wraith… | ||
| scan0039 | Specification sheet detailing components and applications for Bentley V and Wraith III engine units. | ||
| View original record | -7- HPS/WSC.2/BA.28.8.39. No.6 - contd. 6. EW.2115 Pistons - split skirt. 7. EB.3844 Cylinder Head 8. EB.3813 /4 Exhaust Manifolds. 9. EB.5051 Rocker Cover FD.430 Oil Filler incorporated. Bentley V… | ||
| scan0040 | Status report on various engine units, gearboxes, and chassis fittings. | ||
| View original record | -8- HPS/WSC.2/BA.28.8.39. Wraith III Units - contd. No.10. Fitted in 14.B.V. for 15,000 miles trials Continental Chassis. Wraith Ripple Units. W.R.No.1 New Unit instructed in HPS/WSC.6/BA.14.4.39.… | ||
| scan0041 | Progress report on various engineering components and required actions. | ||
| View original record | -9- HPS/WSC.2/BA.28.8.39. Remarks. B.60 and 80 Induction System. 1.500 dia bore Induction pipes. Ex.S.1527 - Ex.S.1537. EB.4838/9. 1 each B.60 and Wraith type will be completed over the week-end.… | ||
| scan0042 | Minutes from a Chassis Conference detailing specifications and remarks for various car models. | ||
| View original record | 1381. To HPS. from HPS/WSC. c. Rm. Em/S.Well. Rm. E. LK. AG. FB. HL. c. FN. TP. JM. RI. c. CP. N HPS/WSC.5/BA.30.8.39. CHASSIS CONFERENCE HELD 29.8.39. Personnel present : RH. WSC. TF. TB. LK. FN. JM.… | ||
| scan0043 | Status report on Silver Dawn, Bentley, and Wraith cars undergoing testing and development. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - HPS/WSC.5/BA.30.8.39. Silver Dawn 60 32.G.VII. Specification for this new chassis to be issued. To be fitted with a cast iron 6 cylinder unit. BENTLEY CARS ON TEST. 7.B.V. - In shop for fitting… | ||
| scan0044 | Status report on test vehicles and engines, including a Silver Wraith and Bentley models, with a summary of jobs to be done. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - HPS/WSC.5/BA.3018.39. 27.G.VI. - On test for general development fitted with W.III.No.6 Unit - Mx's car. 30.G.VI. - Silver Wraith. - On test, fitted with B.80.No.5 Unit. In France for 30,000… | ||
| scan0045 | Continued list of Bentley 80 engine unit specifications and associated remarks. | ||
| View original record | -4- BENTLEY 80 ENGINE UNITS - CONTINUED. No.4. - Test Bed Unit. No.5. - Fitted to 30.G.VII in connection with 30,000 miles trials. No.6. - New Units in accordance with specification issued in… | ||
| scan0046 | Progress and specification report on various 8-cylinder engine units and components. | ||
| View original record | -5- HPS/WSC.5/BA.30.8.39. Remarks. Conventional 8 No.1 Unit - cotd. 6. EB.4506 Induction Pipe. 7. EB.4713/4 Exhaust Manifolds. 8. EB.4599 Camshaft. 9. Rm.576 Flywheel. 8 Cylinder High Power Alum… | ||
| scan0047 | List of specifications and parts for B.60 Cast Iron Units and Bentley V Units. | ||
| View original record | -6- B.60 Cast Iron Units - contd. No.6.- New Unit in accordance with specification issued in, HPS/WSC.1/BA.5.4.39 and HPS/WSC.9/BA.26.5.39. 1. EB.4918 Crankcase T.H. and Cylinder to suit Wilcox Rich… | ||
| scan0048 | Status report on Wraith III and Wraith Ripple engine units, detailing test status, specifications, and allocation. | ||
| View original record | -7- HPS/WSC.5/BA.30.8.39. WRAITH III UNITS. No.1 On test for general development. No.4.On test for general development. No.5.Fitted in 28.G.VI. No.6.Fitted in 27.G.VI. No.8.Fitted in 25.G.VI - Rm's… | ||
| scan0049 | Status report and action list for various automotive components and test rigs. | ||
| View original record | -8- HPS/WSC.5/BA.30.8.39. Warner type Gear Box. Code BA.83. Details for the above are instructed, same are to be carefully checked up with a view of arriving at a completion date. B.80 Studebaker… | ||
| scan0050 | Outlining the booking procedures for the Conference Room at Dalton's Cottage. | ||
| View original record | Rg. Lr. Bn. Da. Hd. Hm. F. Bn/Rbr. Dor. Hre. Coy. Lr/T. He/LS. E./Lid.S/BP. 20.9.39. Conference Room at Dalton's Cottage. In order to avoid duplication of dates will you kindly arrange to book the… | ||
| scan0051 | Minutes from a car conference discussing a senior rationalised programme, weight reduction, and projected 4-cylinder engines. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. 1381 Rm.6/MH.17.10.39. CAR CONFERENCE HELD AT DUFFIELD BANK HOUSE ON MONDAY, OCTOBER 16TH AT 4 PM. Present:- Sg. Hs. Ev. Rm/Gry. Em. SENIOR RATIONALISED PROGRAMME. Sg. queried the usefulness… | ||
| scan0052 | Minutes discussing the manufacturing of a 2.8-litre 4-cylinder engine and the projected costs for a new small car project. | ||
| View original record | -2- 4-CYLINDER ENGINES - Cont'd. In view of these facts it was agreed that the 2.8 litre 4-cyl. engine should forthwith be manufactured in the Exp. Dept. and tested in a rationalised chassis into… | ||
| scan0053 | Cost analysis for the Small Car Project, comparing gearbox, chassis, and engine costs with other manufacturers. | ||
| View original record | -3- SMALL CAR PROJECT COST - Cont'd. (1) Rover Gearbox. The Rover wages for manufacturing their gearbox with synchromesh are less than £2. The Works estimate for wages to manufacture the same box… | ||
| scan0054 | Continuation of a small car project's cost and manufacturing plan. | ||
| View original record | -4- Rm.6/MH.17.10.39. SMALL CAR PROJECT COST - Cont'd. It is pointed out that the Myth chassis would weigh 1800 lbs. and that it could be guaranteed that the design would be less complicated than a… | ||
| scan0055 | Inviting staff to a Chassis Meeting at Duffield Bank House. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Hs. c. to Ev. c. to Rm/Gry. c. to Hs/LS. 1381 Hs.8/KW.31.10.39. Will you please attend a Chassis Meeting at Duffield Bank House, at 3 p.m. on Thursday of this week, November 2nd. Hs. ayep… | ||
| scan0056 | Minutes of a meeting held at Squash Court detailing component specifications for Ripplet and Rippletto models. | ||
| View original record | 1381 To Rm. from Ev. c. Rm/Gry. c. Rm/FJH. Ev.11/MH.24.11.39. MINUTES OF MEETING AT SQUASH COURT NOVEMBER 22nd. 1939. (1) 3 1/2-litre 6-cylinder engine. We are to put in hand details of this engine by… | ||
| scan0057 | Car specifications and transmission design considerations for various models. | ||
| View original record | -2- Ev.11/MH.24.11.39. (6) Schemes to Detail. Rm. will go through a list of pre-war and post-war schemes not yet detailed and rule out those that are considered obsolete or redundant. (7)… | ||
| scan0058 | Secret memo detailing a chassis conference on post-war motor car fabrication and planning. | ||
| View original record | .1381 & Rm's policy SECRET. To Sg. Hs. Rm.3/MH.29.11.39. CHASSIS CONFERENCE 24/11/39. Present:- Sg. Hs. Rm. The memo Rm.1/MH.11.11.39 was discussed. POST WAR FABRICATION OF MOTOR CARS. The question of… | ||
| scan0059 | Meeting notes detailing decisions on proceeding with or deferring specific items related to design and experimental manufacture. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm.3/MH.29.11.39. DESIGN AND EXPERIMENTAL MANUFACTURE. It was agreed that items (1), (2) and (3) on pages 3 and 4 of Rm.1/MH.11.11.39 should be proceeded with. The decision was made to defer… | ||
| scan0060 | Minutes of a conference held at Messrs Park, Wards, regarding the quantity production and costs of car bodies. | ||
| View original record | 1381, 1021 + 1260 1 copy Cost file 1 copy Body file SECRET. To Rm. from Ev. c. to Mr. Ward. c. to Mr. Green. c. to Hn. Ev.4/JH.22.12.39. MINUTES OF CONFERENCE HELD AT MESSRS PARK, WARDS. DECEMBER… | ||
| scan0061 | Cost analysis report on car body shells and wings, comparing materials and production methods. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Ev.4/JH.22.12.39. (b) Cont'd. Rm. said that the raw material cost of the shell weighing 224 lbs at 2d. per lb. was 37/- say £2., and that the rest of the cost was therefore due to wages and… | ||
| scan0062 | Cost analysis with proposed savings for various car manufacturing sections. | ||
| View original record | ) 3 ( Ev.4/JH.22.12.39. After discussion it was decided to assume a cost for this section for our quantity of 5,000 cars of £5. 10. 0d. per set. This is a saving of £20 . 10 . 0. per set. (d) Costs -… | ||
| scan0063 | Cost breakdown and analysis for car body production, comparing labour and material expenses with competitors. | ||
| View original record | ) 4 ( Conclusion. Cont'd. (b) Shell £20. (c) Wings £20. 10. 0. (d) Trimming. £10. 0. 0. (e) Joiners. £10. 0. 0. (f) Painters. £3. 10. 0. (g) Elec. Wiring. 5/-. (h) Smiths. £1. 0. 0. £65. 5. 0d. When… | ||
| scan0064 | Meeting minutes outlining agreed future procedures and an agenda for car body production. | ||
| View original record | - 5 - Future Procedure. It was agreed that:- (a) Mr. Ward will supply a complete cost analysis of the B.V. standard body as produced by him in batches of 250 bodies. (b) Mr. Green to arrange with Mr.… | ||
| scan0065 | Meeting notes discussing vehicle construction, door locks, production output, and tooling costs. | ||
| View original record | - 6 - Ev.4/JH.22.12.39. (10) It was agreed that after a method of construction and designs are approved a sample body be built by hand. (11) Dealt with by 7. (12) After discussion it was agreed that… | ||
| scan0066 | Covering memo forwarding a copy of document Hs.15/KW with reference to Aero Conferences. | ||
| View original record | 1381. Rm. E.8/HP.6.2.40. Herewith copy of Hs.15/KW. 16.1.40 with reference to Aero Conferences. E. ENCLOSURE Nº 623 "JUSTSO" | ||
| scan0067 | Proposing and scheduling a series of weekly Aero Conferences with specified topics and attendees. | ||
| View original record | To E. from Hs. Hs.15/KW.16.1.40. re Aero Conferences. It is proposed that we have Aero Conferences every Monday afternoon, at 2.30 p.m. at Derby. The one next week, January 22nd, is for the purpose of… | ||
| scan0068 | Minutes of a visit to Suash Court discussing the Senior Range Engine Programme, marine engines, diesel engines, and petrol tanks. | ||
| View original record | 1381 To Rm. c. to Jnr. c. to Rm/CTS. c. to Rm/FJH Ev.2/JH.8.2.40. Minutes of Rm's. visit to Suash Court - Feb. 7th.1940 (1) Senior Range Engine Programme. It was agreed that Rm/CTS. requires only the… | ||
| scan0069 | Design notes on various components including petrol tanks, gearbox, hand brake, flywheel, and rear axles. | ||
| View original record | -2- (a) We have breathing vents. (b) Anti surge tank. (c) Anti surge trough for gauge. (d) Tank baffles, (e) Our fittings are heavier. It was agreed that we should design the petrol tank for Ripplet… | ||
| scan0070 | Meeting minutes discussing rear axles, instrument boards, and development of the 'Myth' car project. | ||
| View original record | -3- Ev.2/jw.8.2.40. (8) Rear Axles Ct'd. It was decided not to work on the design of the Junior axle until the axles for the Senior range could be costed. (9) Instrument Boards. Rm, has asked Messrs.… | ||
| scan0071 | Summary of cost figures from a conference discussing reductions in vehicle body costs. | ||
| View original record | 1381, 1021 & R's Policy file SUMMARY OF COST FIGURES GIVEN BY WARD AT CONFERENCE ON MONDAY, FEBRUARY 12TH, 1940. ACTUAL REDUCTION DUE TO TOOLS £ s. d. No Tools. Wings 18 12 6 Panel Body without Doors… | ||
| scan0072 | Cost comparison for car wings made from aluminium and steel, with notes on door and body costs. | ||
| View original record | -2- Present Cost of Wings (No lamps) £ 18 12 - ) In Alum 3 - - ) £ 21 12 - £ 13 - - In Steel Proposed Cost of Wings (No lamps) £5 10 - includes Tool Cost 14/- per car. SAVING £16. 2. 0d. Other savings… | ||
| scan0073 | Attaching the minutes of a coachwork meeting regarding potential cost reductions for body construction. | ||
| View original record | 1381 1021 To Mr. Ward. from Rm. c. Mr. Green. c. EV. c. Rm/ED. Rm.1/MR.15.2.40. MINUTES OF COACHWORK MEETING HELD ON FEBRUARY 12TH. We attach a copy of the minutes of the Coachwork Meeting held on… | ||
| scan0074 | Minutes of a conference held at Derby regarding Bentley V. Body Production costs. | ||
| View original record | Ev.10 JH.14.2.40. Minutes of Conference Held at Derby on Monday Feb.12th.1940. Present :- Mr.Ward. Mr.Green. (Rm.) Ev. Rm/FD. Bentley V. Body Production. For purposes of discussion Mr.Ward produced… | ||
| scan0075 | Cost reductions for various car bodies and finishing instructions for the Silver Ripplet model. | ||
| View original record | -2- Ev.10/JH.14.2.40. (c) "Could any reductions be achieved by ignoring the limitations with regard to layout of the present factory?" (d) "Having obtained the above information, we want to know what… | ||
| scan0076 | Meeting note discussing paint and material samples, and body/frame proposals. | ||
| View original record | -3- Ev.10/JH.14.2.40. Dark blue or medium blue leather with cloth and carpet to tone. Samples of paint, leather, cloth and carpet to be submitted to Ev. Myth. The meeting was told the Park Wards… | ||
| scan0077 | Rescheduling a meeting to discuss detail drawings and specifications. | ||
| View original record | 1381 To Ev. from Rm. c. Ev/HH. Rm.4/MH.26.2.40. Will you please make the proposed discussion re detail drawings and specifications, 9 a.m. on Wednesday, the 28th. instead of Thursday, 29th. Rm. | ||
| scan0078 | Meeting to discuss research work and the Exe engine, requesting agenda points. | ||
| View original record | Miss W. 1381 Note for appointments sheet. Roy Rg. Lr. Bn. Wd. Fm. Gr. Lr/Lov. Lr/CTL. Lr/SGH. Lr/Psn. E/TS. Bn/JRR. c. Sg. Hs. Will you please note that the meeting to be held in the Board Room on… | ||
| scan0079 | Outlining the procedure for obtaining specifications for new experimental chassis. | ||
| View original record | 1381 + R.R's Policy file. To Ev. from Rm. c. HPS/RH. c. Ev/HH. ORGANISATION TO PROVIDE FACILITIES FOR OBTAINING SPECIFICATIONS. A meeting was held on February 28th. between HPS/RH., Ev/HH., Rm/FJH.,… | ||
| scan0080 | The procedure for tracking piecemeal modifications and specifications for cars and engines using L.O.P. numbers. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm.2/MH.28.2.40. From this point onwards the modifications to bring the car up to the final specification would be piecemeal. A copy of every instruction to modify the car would be sent to Ev/HH.… | ||
| scan0081 | Naming conventions for new chassis and engine units. | ||
| View original record | -3- Rm.2/MR.28.2.40. NAMING OF NEW TYPE CHASSIS & UNITS. It was agreed that the first Ripple should be called "1.R.1", the first Ripplet "1.RT.1" and the first Rippletto "1.RO.1". The engine units… | ||
| scan0082 | Confirming the rescheduled time of a meeting to discuss Research Work and the Exe engine. | ||
| View original record | 1381 Rg. LR. Bn. Wd. Rm Gr. Lr/Lov. LF/Ctl. Lr/SGH. Lr/Psn. W/TS. Rn/JRR. E/Lid.1/FEC.2.3.40. c. Sg. Hs. Confirming telephone conversation, please note the meeting to be held in the Board Room, Derby,… | ||
| scan0083 | Notes from a conference held on March 4th regarding car division design progress. | ||
| View original record | 1381 file Rm.5/ML.5.3.40. NOTES ON CONFERENCE HELD ON MARCH 4th. at the Works. Present: Ev. Jnr. Rm/FJH. Rm. DESIGN PROGRESS: CAR DIVISION. 1. RATIONALISED RANGE. (a) It was agreed that Ev. would… | ||
| scan0084 | Meeting notes discussing specifications for the £800 Car, Rippletto, and Myth engine. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Cont'd. 4. £800 CAR. Rm. stated that the Ripplet was really the £800 car and that we were waiting for the cost people to confirm that this was so if it was made in reasonable quantities.… | ||
| scan0085 | Meeting minutes discussing the Myth engine's marine and small car applications. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - Cont'd. Rm.5/ML.5.3.40. It was agreed that the Myth engine should not be dealt with until a marine unit had been brought to a stage where it could be installed in a boat. It was possible,… | ||
| scan0086 | Meeting notes discussing research and development for the Merlin, Vulture, and Griffon engines, focusing on superchargers and intercoolers. | ||
| View original record | Sg. Hs. E. Rg. Lr. Bn. Wd. (Rm. Gr. Lr/Lov. Lr/CTL. Lr/SGH. Lr/Psn. E/TS. Bn/JRR. RESEARCH MATTERS AND EXE ENGINE. Notes arising from a Meeting in the Board Room on Monday -- 4.3.40. PRESENT. Hs. E.… | ||
| scan0087 | Progress report on 2-stroke petrol injection, design work, test units, contract positions, and an axial flow blower. | ||
| View original record | (2) blower that can be accommodated by existing installations. (B) - 2 STROKE PETROL INJECTION. (1) DESIGN WORK - TWIN CYLINDER PROTOTYPE AND MAIN ENGINE. Wd. reported that all details of the twin… | ||
| scan0088 | Progress report on the EXE engine development and consideration of a new training engine. | ||
| View original record | (3) (c) - EXE ENGINE. (1) POSITION OF ENGINE DEVELOPMENT. CTL. reported position - no special comments. (2) CONVENTIONAL CYLINDERS. Completion date of the first engine three to four months. (3)… | ||
| scan0089 | Research notes on main bearings, internal combustion turbines, and other engine components. | ||
| View original record | (4) (D) - MATERIAL AND MECHANICAL RIG RESEARCH. (1) MAIN BEARINGS. Lr/Psn outlined the position of investigation in hand on the various rigs, to determine the mechanism of failure of tin bearings. The… | ||
| scan0090 | Minutes of a conference to consider Ripplet chassis specification, held on 16th March. | ||
| View original record | 1381 Rm.5/HH.16.3.40. MINUTES OF CONFERENCE TO CONSIDER RIPPLET CHASSIS SPECIFICATION, HELD ON 16TH MARCH. Present:- Ev. Ev/HH. Rm/FJH. Rm/CTS. HPS/RH. Rm. ENGINE SECTION. HPS/RH. pointed out that he… | ||
| scan0091 | Decisions regarding various engine components including tappet covers, carburettors, camshafts and flywheels. | ||
| View original record | -2- ENGINE SECTION - Cont'd. It was agreed that we should not produce a special set of thick tappet covers for this engine, but use the thin gauge ones in existence with the distance piece. It was… | ||
| scan0092 | Meeting notes detailing modifications for various chassis components. | ||
| View original record | -3- CHASSIS SECTION. ENGINE MOUNTING. PL.92 will be used until a new crankcase is available. FRONT BUMPER. Ev. pointed out that we were awaiting Sessions' jack with the trunnion mounting before he… | ||
| scan0093 | Design and component decisions for a vehicle, covering steering, petrol system, pedals, and dashboard. | ||
| View original record | -4- STEERING COLUMN. The Corniche steering column remains on the car until the Wilmot Breeden steering wheel is finalised, which will enable Ev. to produce a scheme of controls. The new length of… | ||
| scan0094 | Technical notes on petrol piping, chassis lubrication, shock dampers, and other vehicle components. | ||
| View original record | -5- PETROL PIPING - Cont'd. RH. will produce the remainder of the petrol system and having done so will show it to Rm. and Ev. for their approval. It is suggested that the best way to get this pipe… | ||
| scan0095 | Meeting notes discussing the design and development of the hand brake, propellor shaft, and rear axle. | ||
| View original record | -6- Rm.S/MLH.16.3.40. HAND BRAKE. Ev. will look into the oval type hand brake. Bowden wire controlled hand brake is at present fitted. It is important that the oval type hand brake should receive… | ||
| scan0096 | Meeting notes discussing design and production details for various vehicle components. | ||
| View original record | -7- Em.5/MH.16.3.40. REAR AXLE - Cont'd. It was pointed out that RH. should machine the tubes for these cars so that we could test the thin section, but that on production the tubes would be made out… | ||
| scan0097 | Decisions and actions on various vehicle components, including the bonnet, lamps, wiring, and a Lefthand Silver Phantom chassis. | ||
| View original record | -8- Rm.5/MH.16.3.40. BONNET. RH. to supply Ward with the necessary .104 material to make the side bonnet plates. CONTROLS. The details will be issued before Easter. UNDERSHIELD. Rm. said that he would… | ||
| scan0098 | Issuance of details for parts related to the Left Hand Silver Phantom. | ||
| View original record | -9- Rm.5/MH.16.3.40. LEFT HAND SILVER PHANTOM - Cont'd. In the meantime, however, HH. will issue details of the long distance parts, forgings and castings which will be proceeded with. Ev. gave a date… | ||
| scan0099 | Suggesting the postponement of a fortnightly Chassis Meeting from April 1st to April 8th due to the Easter holidays. | ||
| View original record | 1381 To Hs. from Sg Copy to Rm. re Chassis Meeting Sg30/E19340 I think we said we would have one fortnightly. The next one would, therefore, be due on Monday, April 1st, but in view of the Easter… | ||
| scan0100 | Announcing an Aero Conference to discuss Research Matters and the Exe engine. | ||
| View original record | 1381 E. Rg. Lr. Bn. Wd. Gr. Rm. Lr/Lov. Lr/SGH. Lr/CTL. Lr/Psn. E/TS. Bn/Rbr/JRR. Rg/Cbt. HPS. Hs/Gry. JM/LS. E/Lid.6/HP.9.4.40. c. Sg. Hs. AERO CONFERENCE - APRIL 15TH. Will you please note that the… | ||
| scan0101 | Meeting notes on research matters and engine development, focusing on superchargers and intercoolers for Merlin, Vulture, and Griffon engines. | ||
| View original record | 1381 Sg. Hs. E. Rg. Lr. Bn. Wd. Lp. Rm. Gr. Lr/Lov. Lr/CTL. Lr/SGH. Lr/Psn. E/TS. Bn/JRR. RESEARCH MATTERS AND EXE ENGINE. Notes arising from a meeting in the Board Room on Monday, 15th April 1940.… | ||
| scan0102 | Progress report on engine development, including prototypes, pumps, test beds, compressors, and bearing research. | ||
| View original record | (2) instructions were completed for the Twin Cylinder Prototype Unit except for the cylinder block which is almost completed. Instructions for the main engine are promised by 10th June, and on this… | ||
| scan0103 | Progress report on piston, internal combustion turbine, and Exe engine development. | ||
| View original record | (3) (2) PISTONS. Lr/Psn described the development work in progress on double girder pistons, Process "A" pistons and pressed pistons, cast pistons and pistons made from extruded blanks. Development is… | ||
| scan0104 | The advantages of a new wing installation proposal over a reverse flow design. | ||
| View original record | (4) (4) WING INSTALLATION. The latest proposal for the wing installation is agreed to be very much preferable to the reverse flow proposal since apart from its advantages with respect to cooling, it… | ||
| scan0105 | Arranging a discussion about design progress on the left-hand car and the Rippletto programme. | ||
| View original record | Ev. from Rm. c. Ev/HH. 1381. Rm.3/ML.19.4.40. There will be a discussion on Saturday morning at 9.30 a.m. on the progress of Design and Detail, the progress of the left-hand car, and the proposed… | ||
| scan0106 | Minutes from a conference on the design and specification of the 'Rippletto' and a left-hand drive car. | ||
| View original record | SECRET 1381 file MV. from Rm. c. EV/HH c. Mr. Appley. c. HPS/EH c. Mr. Draper. c. Jmr. c. Rm/FJH. c. Rm/CTS. c. Rm. Rm.7/JS.22.4.40. MINUTES ON CONFERENCE ON DESIGN AND SPECIFICATION. 20.4.40.… | ||
| scan0107 | Meeting notes on production planning for rationalised motor cars and the Silver Phantom, covering specifications, frames, and radiators. | ||
| View original record | 2. Rm.7/JS.22.4.40. This finalised specification would be handed to HPS/RH on the 27th and would give a promise for the completed chassis at the end of the following week. BLUE PRINTS OF DETAIL… | ||
| scan0108 | The requirement to fit and test a standard Wraith petrol filter on B.60 units. | ||
| View original record | Ru. remarked that a petrol filter is required for B.60 units. He suggested that a standard Wraith filter should be fitted. It was agreed that this filter will be tested on the bed and on the road. Ru. | ||
| scan0109 | Minutes of a progress meeting regarding the development of the Griffon engine units. | ||
| View original record | 1381 Hs. E. Sft. Lr. Bn. F. Da. Cgh. Rm. HPS. Lr/Lov. Dor. Lr/SGH. Bn/Rbr. Lr/Wst. Lr/Psn. Lr/LBH. Bn/AHF. Dor/Hks. Dor/ACT. Lr/Brns. E/TS. Dor/Ott. Lr/RVM. HPS/RS. Bn/ED. HPS/LB. Lr/Fmr.… | ||
| scan0110 | Progress report on the development and testing of Griffon I and Griffon II engine components. | ||
| View original record | (2) this. Psn reported that arrangements for rig tests are completed. (5)AIRSCREW SHAFT. Lr/Lov reported that a full series of torsiograph tests had been completed on the No.5 airscrew shaft; a… | ||
| scan0111 | Meeting notes on Griffon engine development, discussing the oil system, pistons, controls, and flight testing. | ||
| View original record | (3) (4) OIL SYSTEM. Lr/Lov reported the results of investigations to date to find the reason for the low oil pressure on Griffon engines. Tests indicate that the oil flow to the crankshaft and… | ||
| scan0112 | Agenda for a meeting on research matters and the EXR engine. | ||
| View original record | AGENDA FOR MEETING ON RESEARCH MATTERS AND THE EXR ENGINE - MONDAY, 15.1.40. etcc 1381 (A) - SUPERCHARGERS AND INTERCOOLERS. MERLIN. (a). Report position of control entry blower - Merlin XX. (b). SZ… | ||
| scan0113 | Progress report on engine development, testing, and materials research. | ||
| View original record | (3). TEST UNITS. - Report test position of:- (a). E.44. Single cylinder unit 3.8" x 5.5" (b). No.1 Vee Twin unit ...... 5.1" x 6.5" (c). No.2 Vee Twin unit ...... 5.1" x 6.5" (4). PUMP TEST RIG. -… | ||
| scan0114 | Progress report outlining work on engine components, internal combustion turbines, and Exe engine development. | ||
| View original record | -3- (5). Water Pumps.- Outline progress and future programme. (6). Valves. (a). Extrusion method of forging. (b). Research in progress at outside firms. (7). Big End Bearings. (a). Report position of… | ||
| scan0115 | Page discussing actions required for training engines, including investigation into specifications and installation schemes. | ||
| View original record | -4- (5). TRAINING ENGINES. (a). Report further investigation into engine specification. (b). Report position of installation schemes prepared by D.E.K. | ||
| scan0116 | Minutes of a conference concerning the Left-Hand Silver Phantom. | ||
| View original record | EV. Rm/FJR. Im/CTH. Rm/HH. JEF. Rm/RC/CP. Spare c y 1381. + 1046. Rm.11/ML.20.5.40. MINUTES OF CONFERENCE HELD ON SATURDAY MARCH 16th. at 10 p.m. LEFT-HAND SILVER PHANTOM. POSITION OF DETAIL DRAWINGS… | ||
| scan0117 | Continued list of agreements and updates on various vehicle components. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. 2 Spring Suspension Mechanism. (Continued.) It was agreed that the reduced out of centre point yokes would be fitted on this car. These are fully instructed and are nearly ready for fitting… | ||
| scan0118 | Minutes of a conference to agree on the design geometry for the 'Myth' rear suspension system. | ||
| View original record | 1287 +373 COPY. To Rm. c. to Rm/WJH. Rm/EAG. Rm/GB. Ev/DB. Ev/JD. Ev.10/JH.2.10.40. Minutes of Conference held at Park Leys Oct. 2nd, 1940. Subject - Myth Rear Suspension. Present Rm/GB. Ev/DB. Ev/JD.… | ||
| scan0119 | Rear spring limitations and the agreement to use a compression shackle for an easier construction. | ||
| View original record | Ev.10/JH.3.10.40 - 2 - 9. The front end of the rear spring, being under the frame, is virtually a fixed limitation. The height of the rear eye is controlled by quantities outlined in '8'. It is… | ||
| scan0120 | Minutes of a conference detailing design specifications for the Myth rear suspension. | ||
| View original record | 1381 To Rm. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Rm/EAG. c. to Rm/GB. c. to Ev/DB. c. to Ev/JD. Handwritten text: Pm/GB How will the wt of this spring compare with that of the Vanschull R answered in Myth wt.… | ||
| scan0121 | Technical notes discussing suspension characteristics including understeer, propeller shaft movement, and rear spring shackle design. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten top middle] mr [Handwritten top right] To MR HTM .S To MR OAC .S To MR CH .S To MR SD .S To MR WLV .S [Typed text] Cont'd. a. .550 ins. prop. shaft pumping on max. bump. b. 4.7%… | ||
| scan0122 | Requesting to defer the Chassis Meeting at Clan Foundry to a later time. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Hs/KW. 1381 15.6.41. Hs. would like you to defer the Chassis Meeting at Clan Foundry until 3.30 p.m. on Tuesday, as he has another engagement earlier in the afternoon. Hs/KW. Now | ||
| scan0123 | Minutes of a chassis meeting held at Clan Foundry on 24th June 1941. | ||
| View original record | 1381 Conference file To Sg. and Hs. from Rm. Copy to Ev. Rm/AG. Rm/Wym. HPS. Ref. Rm.3/CT.25.6.41. MINUTES OF CHASSIS MEETING HELD AT CLAN FOUNDRY ON 24TH JUNE 1941. Present at the Meeting:- Sg. Hs.… | ||
| scan0124 | Meeting notes regarding specifications for the 'Myth' car, component sourcing, competitor analysis, and bodywork. | ||
| View original record | Rm.3/ST.25.6.41 - 2 - Also the 2-litre 4-cylinder engine running in a Senior Range chassis. A full specification for the first two Myth cars was submitted, showing exactly what has to be made by HPS.… | ||