Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| img001 | Implementation of concave lighting for Bentley instruments to address issues with visible flaws in the instrument glass. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Dr/Ogh. C. " Hs/Wst. [Handwritten note: W S T / lusr.] Cx8/KWZ.4.35. Concave Lighting for Instruments. Would you please let me know if you are investigating this excellent scheme for Bentley… | ||
| img002 | Concave lighting and definitive glasses for instruments on Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | WST 76135 W/R. (C.G.) a. R. BT/Cgh.6/2.3.35. BENTLEY CHASSIS - CONCAVE LIGHTING FOR INSTRUMENTS. With reference to Ck.6/KR.2.4.35. we understand [redacted] did not wish us to apply the improved… | ||
| img003 | Design of an instrument board for the Spectre and Wraith models, focusing on instrument grouping around a central speedometer and sourcing an electric clock. | ||
| View original record | W/S. To Sg. from E. c. Llew-Byr Hs/Wst. Hy/Ld. E.3/HP.4.4.35. re Instruments for New Model. Referring to your memo Sg.5/E.28.3.35, we are drawing out an instrument board suitable for Spectre and… | ||
| img004 | The design considerations for implementing concave lighting on Bentley instruments. | ||
| View original record | W/S. To Cx. from E. c. By/Cgh Hs/Wst. By/RD. Concave lighting for instruments. Referring to your memo Cx.6/KW.2.4.35, this is a question of altering design. The concave lighting would be easy to apply… | ||
| img005 | Implementation of concave lighting for Bentley instruments following its introduction on Rolls-Royce cars. | ||
| View original record | S/W. E. C-to-BX/Ogh. " Hs/Wat. WST 6135 Concave Lighting for Instruments. E.S./HP.F.S.b. C.14/KWS.4.35. I spoke to Sg about this this morning, having heard from BY that it was Sg's wish that we should… | ||
| img006 | Requisition for a complete set of 20/25 chassis instruments with specifications for the petrol gauge and speedometer. | ||
| View original record | Roy. From Hs/Wat. Hs/Wat.10/MA.8.4.35. 20/25 CHASSIS INSTRUMENTS. In connection with our requisition for a complete set of 20/25 instruments with concave dials see Hs/Wat.8/MA.11.3.35., will you… | ||
| img007 | Instrument layout for a new model, specifically the speedometer and clock. | ||
| View original record | WST C135 To W.A. from Sg. Copy to E.W.H. Subject:- Instruments for New Model. Thanks for R.W/MP.4.4.35. Perhaps you could show me the layout when I am next at Derby which I expect will be before… | ||
| img008 | Requesting to post a rev counter to A.T. Speedometer Co. Ltd. for experimental testing. | ||
| View original record | D/BP. From Ha/Wst. c. to G/MT. Ha/Wst.3/MA.11.4.35. Will you please post tonight to Mr.H.R. Buckland, A.T.Speedometer Co.Ltd., one A.T. rev counter loaned to us for experimental test. No charge.… | ||
| img009 | Requesting the development of a lighting scheme for Bentley instruments with concave dials. | ||
| View original record | To EH/RW. HS/WST. E.3/HP.13.4.35. 16135 re Bentley Instruments. Will you please put in hand some models for developing a lighting scheme for the Bentley with concave dials, similar to what we have… | ||
| img010 | The delivery and fitting schedule for new concave lit instruments from Smith & Sons for various chassis. | ||
| View original record | BY/Cgh. D/B.16.4.35 ALL CHASSIS - CONCAVE LIGHTING FOR INSTRUMENTS. We are now advised by Messrs. Smith & Sons that they propose to commence delivery of instruments with concave dials and larger trip… | ||
| img011 | Letter to Mr. B. Haviland declining an invitation and discussing experiments with concave dial instruments. | ||
| View original record | ~16135 Hs/Wat.6/MA. 30th April, 1935. Mr.B.Haviland, Messrs.S.Smith & Sons, Ltd., Cricklewood Works, London, N.W.2. Dear Haviland, Very many thanks for your kind invitation to spend the night with you… | ||
| img012 | Letter to S. Smith & Sons Ltd. regarding unsatisfactory results and failures of concave dial instruments being tested on a 40/50 chassis. | ||
| View original record | Ha/Wat./MA. 18th May, 1935. Messrs. S. Smith & Sons, Ltd., Cricklewood Works, London, N.W.2. For the attention of Mr. Nichols. Dear Sir, Concave dial instruments. We do not appear to be getting very… | ||
| img013 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding the failure of sample Concave Dial Instruments due to vibration. | ||
| View original record | CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY S. Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd CRICKLEWOOD WORKS LONDON, N.W.2 TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON.… | ||
| img014 | List of parts and details for the instrument board of 'Spectre IV', R.R. Scheme 857. | ||
| View original record | c. Hs/Wst. L6135 BY/RD2/W.31.5.35. Instrument Board for 'Spectre IV'. R.R.Scheme 857. This scheme is an instrument board having a large speedometer in the centre. We hand you herewith blue prints of… | ||
| img015 | Return of two faulty concave dial instruments removed from experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | Roy, From Ha/Wat. c. to G/MT. c. to "/BP. Ha/Wat.10/MA.12.6.35. CONCAVE DIAL INSTRUMENTS. We are sending into the stores two of the above type instruments removed from experimental cars one a… | ||
| img016 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding the rectification of returned concave dial instruments and an issue with an oil gauge. | ||
| View original record | 105 6135. CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON CABLES: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON CODES: MARCONI, COMMERCIAL, BENTLEY'S… | ||
| img017 | Structural and spatial issues of a proposed Bentley instrument scheme with concave dials. | ||
| View original record | W/S. To C.M. from E. c.c. Ev/Ogl. By/RD. Ha/WST. S/W WST 46135. E.2/HP.27.6.35. Bentley Instruments with Concave Dials. The Bentley scheme of instruments with concave dials shown on RR. Scheme 868 is… | ||
| img018 | Deferral of work on Bentley instruments with concave dials. | ||
| View original record | S/W. c. to [REDACTED] c. "[REDACTED]" c. " Hs/Wst. c. [REDACTED] CxS/KWak.8.8.30. Bentley Instruments with Concave Dials. In the circumstances enumerated in G2/SP27.9. 35, and in view of the amount of… | ||
| img019 | Letter proposing a patented scheme to automatically switch the horn button to operate the headlamps during silent zones. | ||
| View original record | Ha/Wst.12/WA. 2nd July, 1935. 6135 Mr. C.T.Nichols, Messrs. S.Smith & Sons, Ltd., Cricklewood Works, London, N.W.2. Dear Mr.Nichols, I have a scheme in mind, which might be applicable to the more… | ||
| img020 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding a horn scheme drawing and an instrument for indicating engine sump oil condition. | ||
| View original record | 105 16135. CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON. S. SMITH & SONS (Motor Accessories) Ltd CABLES: SPEEDOFAC,… | ||
| img021 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons Ltd to H.E. West arranging a proposed visit. | ||
| View original record | 105 6135 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON. S. Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd CABLES: SPEEDOFAC,… | ||
| img022 | Letter to Mr. C.W. Nichols of Messrs. S. Smith & Sons, Ltd. regarding a future meeting arrangement. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Wat.6/MA. 9th July, 1935. Mr.C.W.Nichols, Messrs.S.Smith & Sons, Ltd., Cricklewood Works, London, N.W.2. Dear Mr.Nichols, Many thanks for your kind letter, but I shall be unable to come up to town… | ||
| img023 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding a visit and an Oil Testing Instrument. | ||
| View original record | 105 C6135. CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON. CABLES: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON. CODES: MARCONI, COMMERCIAL,… | ||
| img024 | Letter to Mr. C.W. Nichols arranging a visit and a meeting with the Air Ministry. | ||
| View original record | ~6135~ Hs/Wst.3/WA. 13th July, 1935. Mr. C.W. Nichols, Messrs. S. Smith & Sons, Ltd., Cricklewood Works, London, N.W.2. Dear Mr. Nichols, I shall hope to visit you on Wednesday morning. Could you… | ||
| img025 | Letter thanking Joseph Lucas Research Laboratories for their help with cold starting tests. | ||
| View original record | 6135. Ha/Wat.1/MA. 19th July, 1935. Messrs.Joseph Lucas Research Laboratories, Great King Street, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr.Barrington. Dear Sir, We beg to thank you for the valuable help… | ||
| img026 | Letter from Joseph Lucas Research Laboratories enclosing a refrigerator test report and requesting starter torque figures. | ||
| View original record | 86135. THE JOSEPH LUCAS RESEARCH LABORATORIES TRADE MARK TELEGRAMS: "LUCAS. BIRMINGHAM" GREAT KING STREET BIRMINGHAM 19 WHEN REPLYING PLEASE REFER TO TELEPHONE: NORTHERN 5201 (12 LINES) RB/W. 22nd… | ||
| img027 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd discussing the design, pricing, and potential standardisation of watches for car models. | ||
| View original record | 103 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON. S. Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd CRICKLEWOOD WORKS LONDON,… | ||
| img028 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons suggesting the use of their satisfactory Electric Clock. | ||
| View original record | S. SMITH & SONS (Motor Accessories) LTD., CRICKLEWOOD WORKS, LONDON, N.W.2. CONTINUATION S. 1. We make the suggestion as the latter type has given excellent results and we are sure that you and users… | ||
| img029 | Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. returning an ice room test report with additional details. | ||
| View original record | Ans Ha/Tst.4/MA. 8th August, 1935. Messrs.Joseph Lucas, Ltd., Research Laboratories, Great King Street, Birmingham, 19. For the attention of Mr.R.Barrington. Dear Sir, We are returning to you herewith… | ||
| img030 | Request to produce an instrument patch for the 'Spectre' instrument board, including a detailed list of parts required. | ||
| View original record | "Spectre" Instrument Board. R.R.Scheme 879. Will you please put in hand one instrument patch in accordance with details made from the above scheme, the feature of this scheme being to surround each… | ||
| img031 | Requesting blueprints for an inspection lamp plug for the Phantom III instrument board. | ||
| View original record | C. Ha/Wat. BY/RD4/W.30.10.35. Phantom III. Instrument Board, Sec.7190. R.R.Sch.885. In order to provide an inspection lamp plug, please receive herewith blue prints of :- x D.75402. Inspection Plug… | ||
| img032 | Wiring alterations for the 25/29 HP Chassis instrument board due to the introduction of the big bore engine. | ||
| View original record | c. Hs/Wst. BY/RDs/W.13.12.35. 25/29 H.P. Chassis. Wiring to back of instrument board. R.R.Scheme 874. When we introduce the big bore engine on the above chassis, together with simplified petrol system… | ||
| img033 | Instructions to introduce a green warning light for a simplified petrol system on the 25/30 HP Chassis. | ||
| View original record | C. He/Wst. A6138 BY/RD2/W.17.12.35. 25/30 H.P.Chassis. Instrument Board, Sec.7190. R.R.Scheme 894. Simplified Petrol System. When we introduce the simplified petrol system, we require a green warning… | ||
| img034 | Invoice from S.Smith & Sons for a meter and generator, requesting authorisation for payment. | ||
| View original record | WST 86135 Hs/Wst. G/Cam/CA.34/DW.13.12.35. We have an invoice from S.Smith & Sons (M.A.) Ltd. dated 9th instant, on which we are charged 28/-/- nett for 1 EXX8577 Chr.B.D.Meter 1 Z38053 Generator… | ||
| img035 | The payment status of an invoice from S. Smith & Sons (M.A) Ltd. | ||
| View original record | V6135. Hs/Wst. G/Cam/CA.28/KI.9.1.36. On the 13th ulto. as per memo G/Cam/CA.34/DW. we gave the details of an invoice from S. Smith & Sons (M.A) Ltd. dated 9th December amounting to £8. Kindly say if… | ||
| img036 | Standardisation of an instrument board to accommodate a headlamp dip indicator and petrol reserve warning lamp. | ||
| View original record | COMPLETED 30.1.36. BENTLEY STANDARDISATION of PARTS. Date 16-8-35 X No. 6135. Drawing No. Part List Description of Parts: INSTRUMENT BOARD TO RR. SCHEME 719. Origin: To accommodate Headlamp Dip… | ||
| img037 | Estimate for the cost of extra jigs and tools required for the 'G' series chassis production. | ||
| View original record | Est. cost of extra jigs, tools and equipment (Sft/Ws.24.5.35)£15.0.0. Could be brought on to production at 1st chassis in "G" series (Sft/GH.24.5.35) without scrap. | ||
| img038 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons discussing blueprints for a new 25/30 HP model. | ||
| View original record | 86135 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON S. SMITH & SONS (Motor Accessories) Ltd CRICKLEWOOD WORKS LONDON,… | ||
| img039 | Standardisation Sheet X.No.135 detailing refusal to sign due to the increased cost of the Smith's Empire Electric Clock. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Wst. H.135 Hs/Gry.11/KW.7.2.36. Please note & return Standardisation Sheet X.No. 135 - 20/25 HP. Smith's Empire Electric Clock. Wor. has refused to sign this Standardisation Sheet on account of the… | ||
| img040 | Changing indicator discs for the warning lights on the 25/30 HP Bentley and Phantom III instrument boards. | ||
| View original record | Sl Hs/Wst. 16135 BY/RD/W.24.4.36. 25/30 H.P. Bentley and Phantom III. Instrument Board. Section 7190. In order to make the warning lights more conspicuous, will you please arrange to have the… | ||
| img041 | Costs and implications of using the Phantom III instrument board on the 25/30 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | WST x 6.35. To Ser - from E. C. Wes. Hs. Da. Ha/Wst. BY/RD. C/LNW. E/JMS. E.1/HP.30.6.36. 25/30 HP. Chassis Instrument Board. This is to confirm telephone discussion concerning the position with… | ||
| img042 | Modifying the switchbox for the Phantom III and 25/30 chassis to simplify the ignition switch. | ||
| View original record | (sheet 2) It should also be pointed out that with this additional charge a master switch is provided in the switchbox, a feature which we are constantly having to refuse when customers ask for same.… | ||
| img043 | Instrument board layout for the 25/30 HP Chassis, specifically the speedometer. | ||
| View original record | HS/Lost To. B, From Dp. Copy to Rec. Mr. W.H. Mr/K-C/Mr. H. 25/30 HP Chassis Instrument Board. Thanks for R.l/HP.30.5.36. I am very glad you have raised this matter because there is little doubt that… | ||
| img044 | Chromium plated bezel. | ||
| View original record | 66138 HY/NB.3/B.15.6.36 [illegible] of Chassis. [illegible] Chromium Plated Bezel. [illegible] a copy, and hand [illegible] for your information. [illegible] plated cars, [illegible] listed in main.… | ||
| img045 | Replacement of the turret arrangement with Phantom III type control levers on the 25/30 HP Chassis. | ||
| View original record | re 25/30 HP Chassis. Referring to E.1/MP.30.5.36 and SM/E4.6.36, there is another point which we should like to bring in at the same time and that is the P.III type control levers on top of the… | ||
| img046 | Listing the part numbers for the instrument panel, speedometer, and petrol gauge for the 25/30 HP Chassis and Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | c. Hs/Wst. V6135. BY/RD.4/B.16.6.36. 25/30 H.P. Chassis. Phantom III Type of Instrument Patch. We hand you herewith for record purposes, L.O.P. D.54905 Instrument Board, together with :- D.54875… | ||
| img047 | Introduction of Phantom III steering and controls onto the Wraith II chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Ourfam E. WST 46138 E.1/HP.16.6.38. C. Messrs. Hives-Day-Chapman [illegible] Ex.28/38 HP. Chassis Instrument Board and Phantom III Central Control. Replying to your memo Sg.7/E.15.6.38, it will be… | ||
| img048 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons confirming a meeting appointment at Hucknall. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: L6138. CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY [Letterhead Left Panel] PARIS MILAN SYDNEY WELLINGTON AGENCIES AND SERVICE STATIONS THROUGHOUT THE BRITISH EMPIRE AND IN THE… | ||
| img049 | The blueprint for a Phantom III instrument board dimmer switch. | ||
| View original record | To IRC. c. Hs/Wst. c. Er-Br. r6135. BY/RD.1/B.22.9.36. "Phantom III" Instrument Board. We hand you herewith, blue print of R.R.Sch.991 - Dimmer Switch for Instrument Board Lights. Details will be… | ||
| img050 | Parts list for a trial set of a dimmer switch for instrument lights. | ||
| View original record | 6135 c. Hs/Wst. BY/ED.1/B.5.10.36. Dimmer Switch for Instrument Lights - RR.Sch.991. (Instrument Board - Section 7190). We hand you herewith blue prints of details made from the above scheme. Will you… | ||
| img051 | List of standard parts, assemblies, and manufacturing notes for specific components. | ||
| View original record | -2- BY/RD.1/B.5.10.36. (Cont'd) Standard Parts required :- DB.179 - Plug. 2 off. K.1913A - Screw. 2 off. K.3803A - Thackeray Washer. 2 off. K.4446A - Plain Washer. 3 off. K.9005A - Spring Washer. 3… | ||
| img052 | Specifications for two sets of resistance wire for a dimmer switch for instrument lights. | ||
| View original record | CAP To Hs/Wst. BY/RD.2/B.12.10.36. Dimmer Switch for Instrument Lights - RR.Sch.991. On this scheme we have provided 2 sets of Resistance Wire :- 7 1/2 ft. of 24 SWG. .022 dia. Dullray, wound with… | ||
| img053 | Parts list and request to build one Dimmer Switch for instrument lights. | ||
| View original record | 6135 To MRC. or Br. c. Rm/Wst. BY/RD./B.5.11.36. Dimmer Switch RR.Sch.1007 - Instrument Lights. Will you please put in hand one Dimmer Switch to the above scheme, in accordance with blue prints which… | ||
| img054 | Customer objection regarding the new, hard-to-locate instrument board light switch on the Phantom III model. | ||
| View original record | 6135 to from Rm. a. to Hs. c. to By. d. to Yst. Rm7/R.25.11.36. INSTRUMENT BOARD LIGHT - P.III. From the customer's point of view we have one definite objection to the new type of switch, i.e., the… | ||
| img055 | The re-trial and modification of an instrument board dimmer switch. | ||
| View original record | 6135 Rm/Wst. from E. WST c. Sg. Hs. Dy. Da. By/HD. HPS. E.3/HP.1.12.36. Instrument Board Dimmer Switch. With reference to your report Rm/Wst.3/JH.18.11.36, we are still awaiting the re-trial of this… | ||
| img056 | The relocation of the instrument board light switch on the Phantom III for easier accessibility. | ||
| View original record | WST 6135 [REDACTED] C. Her-Dey Wst. By/Kor E.2/HP.1.12.36. Instrument Board Light - Phantom III. Referring to your memo Fm.W/R.25.11.36, we agree there is some difficulty in finding the instrument… | ||
| img057 | Order for a speedometer for the Wraith II instrument board, referencing blueprint DW.168. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm/Wst. WST 6135 BY/RD.6/B.4.12.36. WRAITH II : INSTRUMENT BOARD. Will you please order Speedometer for Wraith II in accordance with blue prints of DW.168, attached herewith. BY/RD. | ||
| img058 | The performance and heating issues of an instrument board dimmer switch. | ||
| View original record | 6135 To E. from Rm/Wst. c. to Sg. c. to Hs. c. to By. Rm/Wst.5/AP.7.12.36. INSTRUMENT BOARD DIMMER SWITCH. Replying to your E.3/HP.1.12.36., the new dimmer units to RR.Sch.1007 are well in hand and we… | ||
| img059 | Performance and heating issues of a rewound instrument board dimmer switch. | ||
| View original record | 6135 To E. from Hm/Wst. c. to Sg. c. to Hs. c. to By. RL/Wst.5/AP.7.12.36. INSTRUMENT BOARD DIMMER SWITCH. Replying to your L.3/AP.1.12.36., the new dimmer units to RR.Sch.1007 are well in hand and we… | ||
| img060 | Instrument Board dimmer switch, noting a required alteration. | ||
| View original record | D135 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT REPORT. REFERENCE :- Fm/Est.13/Ar.11.12.36. Subject of Report :- Instrument Board dimmer switch to RR.Sch.1007. General Conclusion :- Satisfactory, but blade requires… | ||
| img061 | Test report on a modified instrument board dimmer switch unit, detailing resistance, temperature, and noise improvements. | ||
| View original record | Hm/Wst.13/AP.11.12.36. INSTRUMENT BOARD DIMMER SWITCH UNIT TO RR.SCH.1007 We have now tested this modified dimmer switch unit and find it to be an improvement as regards heating over the previous… | ||
| img062 | Outlining the proposed grouped instrument panel scheme for the Phantom III and Wraith models. | ||
| View original record | 6135 Srs and-Mrs C. Gr-Oar-Yar. TN. SY/FD. is/ist. thor-or E.3/HF.17.12.36. Instrument Boards - Phantom III and Wraith. I am sending you herewith a blueprint of Ph.Sch. 1011 showing the proposed… | ||
| img063 | Proposal for the layout and illumination of dashboard switches and instruments. | ||
| View original record | (2) (10) Cigar lighter. (11) Boa horn switch, if required. We should like to know if you think we should incorporate some of these items in the patch. We propose to put in the petrol pump switch to… | ||
| img064 | Proposal for the Phantom III instrument board to use 3.5 volt bulbs in series to achieve financial savings. | ||
| View original record | 61357 Re-HDG c. Rm/Wst. BY/RD.1/B.12.1.37. "Phantom III" Instrument Board. Sec.7190. R.R. Scheme 1041. We propose to use 3.5 volt bulbs in series, as an experiment, and to do this, lamp holders are… | ||
| img065 | Recurring failure of the push-pull switch knob on car 35-EX. | ||
| View original record | 6135 To Rm, from Hm/IMW. Rm/IMW.2/AP.13.1.37. WET Please deal with this Rm. 35-EX. Referring to the Daily Report on this car dated 28/29.10.36., it will be noted that trouble was experienced with the… | ||
| img066 | Complaints of knobs coming off push-pull switches on instrument boards. | ||
| View original record | W/S. To Hn. from Rm/Wst. 6130. Rm/Wst.18/AP.14.1.37 Re. Push Pull Switches. We have had several complaints of the knobs coming off the push-pull switches which are fitted on the instrument boards of… | ||
| img067 | The sourcing and potential defects of push-pull switches. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Wst. at W. 6135 Hn.4/MK.15.1.27. Push-Pull Switches. Your Ref: Rm/Wst.18/AP.14.1.27. We buy push-pull switches for such things as wipers, fog lamps, auxiliary dash lamps etc. and supply them to the… | ||
| img068 | Instruction to build and fit lampholders for the Phantom III instrument light on Chassis 36 EX. | ||
| View original record | 6135. HPS from Rm/Wst. Rm/Wst14/W.15.2.37. Phantom III Instrument Light. R.R. Sch. 1041. We understand that the parts for building up the lampholders to the above scheme, are now ready in the Stores.… | ||
| img069 | Parts request for a mock-up of an instrument patch and a revised switchbox. | ||
| View original record | 6135. c. Rm/Wst. BY/RD.2/B.16.2.37. INSTRUMENT PATCH : R.P.Sch.1011. Will you please put in hand, one "Mock-up" Instrument Patch to the above scheme for Sg's. inspection, and blueprints of the new… | ||
| img070 | List of standard parts, 'K' parts, and parts for a switchbox, including part numbers and quantities. | ||
| View original record | -2- BY/RD.2/B.16.2.37 Standard Parts (Cont'd) :- D.75388. Screw. 10 off. DB.179. Plug. 10 off. DB.314. Lamp Holder. 8 off. DB.317. Insert. 8 off. D.1223. Screw. 16 off. D.1342. Washer. 16 off.… | ||
| img071 | List of parts for a switchbox and instrument illumination bulbs. | ||
| View original record | -3- BY/ED.2/B.16.2.37. Switchbox Parts (Cont'd):- K.2604A. Screw. 3 off. E.89851 Bush. 2 off. F.80644. Spring. 2 off. D.74900. Plug. 2 off. .312 dia: Steel Ball. 2 off. D.75184. Push Button. 1 off.… | ||
| img072 | List of new, standard, and stock parts required to incorporate a Dimmer Switch on the Wraith III instrument board. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm/Wst. BY/RD.4/B.8.4.37 WRAITH III - INSTRUMENT BOARD. Sg. has specially requested that the switch for the instrument lights shall be readily found in the dark. We therefore, propose to… | ||
| img073 | List of parts required for a modification to use 3.5 volt bulbs in series for lampholders. | ||
| View original record | -2- BY/RD./B.8.4.37. Cont'd. For economies sake, we propose to use 3.5 volt bulbs in series, to RP.Sch.1041, and the pieces required are as follows :- Lampholders for 3.5 v. & 16 v. Bulbs. :- New… | ||
| img074 | Query to confirm that the instrument board dimmer/switch unit and electric clock are by-passed from the master switch. | ||
| View original record | 6135. To By. RD. from Rm/Wst. Rm/Wst.2/AP.9.4.37 Will you please confirm that only the instrument board combined dimmer and switch unit and the electric clock will be by-passed from the master switch.… | ||
| img075 | Internal instruction memo to Mr. Bradly to arrange for a mount to be made for a special instrument patch. | ||
| View original record | 6135 To Mr. Bradly. Wst/RC.15/JH.16.4.37. Will you please instruct for a mount to be made for special instrument patch to R.R.Sch.'011. Wst/RC. | ||
| img076 | Requesting the return of a sample instrument board after visual inspection and sales feedback. | ||
| View original record | 6135. Cx. from Rm/Wst. Rm/Wst.1/AP.24.4.37 At Sg's request we are sending you under separate cover for visual inspection only, the first Expl. sample instrument board with the combined instruments.… | ||
| img077 | Requesting an experimental instrument board be sent to Major Cox for inspection. | ||
| View original record | 6135- G/Mt. from Rm/wst. c. D/BP. Rm/wst.2/AP.24.4.37 Will you please send to Major Cox at Sales, a special Expl. instrument board which we are handing you herewith. This is being sent for his… | ||
| img078 | The required resistance to reduce voltage for instrument lamps in a Ph.XII arrangement. | ||
| View original record | By/AD. from Wst/KC. 6135 Wst/KC.9/AP.29.4.37 In connection with the Ph.XII. arrangement of instruments to M.R.Scheme 1011, and the arrangement of 3.5 volt lamps to M.R.Sch. 1041, the current taken by… | ||
| img079 | Notification regarding the despatch of chassis GLN - 83 by rail, along with a specific instrument board. | ||
| View original record | 6135 LH/T D/Mr. C....RM/WST. Beh2/B/5.5.37. Re: Chassis No. GLN - 83. Would you kindly note that the above car is being despatched to "H" by rail today. We are placing on the car an instrument board… | ||
| img080 | The design and approval process for a New Type P.3. Instrument Board. | ||
| View original record | To Ds. from Rm/Wst. c. By/RD. 6135 Rm/Wst.5/AP.5.5.37 New Type P.3. Instrument Board. This board was submitted to Sales for their criticisms after being examined in the Dark Room by Wst. and By/RD.… | ||
| img081 | Critique of a proposed instrument board design for the Phantom III, suggesting improvements for a more balanced layout. | ||
| View original record | COPY. S/W. Rm. Cx.4/Kw.4.5.37 Instrument Board - Phantom III. We have all seen the instrument board which you have sent for our inspection as referred to in Rm/Wstl/AP.24.4.37, but it does not meet… | ||
| img082 | Feedback on a proposed instrument board design for the Phantom III, critiquing its American-style aesthetics and suggesting layout improvements. | ||
| View original record | WST 6135 Please deal with this S/W. Rm. Instrument Board -Phantom III. Cx4/KW4.5.37. We have all seen the instrument board which you have sent for our inspection as referred to in Rm/Wst.1/AP24.4.37,… | ||
| img083 | Confirmation to proceed with a modified instrument board design based on the Phantom, with specific additions for Bentley models. | ||
| View original record | 6135 BP/RB. c.c. Rm/Wst. E.1/HP.19.6.37. Instrument Boards. This is to confirm that you are going ahead to produce a modified design of instrument board mainly based on the Phantom, but with the… | ||
| img084 | Dropping the scheme for concave dials on Bentley instruments. | ||
| View original record | (sheet 2) E.1/HP.19.5.37 It is also understood that any alternative scheme which we consider likely to satisfy the conditions can be considered. I should like to see the layouts as soon as they are… | ||
| img085 | Proposed new Bentley instrument board and the introduction of a separate revolution counter. | ||
| View original record | 6135 A.W.Roebuck, Esq/WHA. Pa.1/EP.28.5.37. Bentley Instrument Boards. Replying to Cr.12/EV.26.5.37, we quite agree that the proposed separate revolution counter should be introduced at the same time… | ||
| img086 | New revolution counter with concave dials and lighting for the Bentley and Phantom III instrument panels. | ||
| View original record | 6135 W/S. WHX C. [REDACTED] Da.1/WP.5.6.37. Bentley Instrument Lighting. Referring to Cr.3/KW.5.6.37, a revolution counter with concave dials and suitable lighting arrangement is now in hand at the… | ||
| img087 | The development of instrument lighting for the Bentley III model. | ||
| View original record | 6135. [REDACTED] [REDACTED] [REDACTED] [REDACTED] Cx19/EHD.6.37. Bentley Instrument Lighting. As we understand that Works are committed up to the end of 'R' series with instruments for Bentleys, it… | ||
| img088 | The use of 3.5 volt instrument board lamps and the requirement for road testing before standardisation. | ||
| View original record | By/HD. from Rm/Wst. c. E. 6135 Rm/Wst.4/AP.11.6.37 USE OF 3.5 VOLT INSTRUMENT BOARD LAMPS. We have no objection to the use of these lamps but it has occurred to us that as we have no experience of the… | ||
| img089 | Illumination design for a Bentley tachometer instrument patch. | ||
| View original record | 6135 G. M./Wst. BY/RD.6/B.28.6.37. BENTLEY INSTRUMENT PATCH. Herewith, blueprint of RR.Sch.1104 showing how we propose to carry the Tachometer as a single instrument. We have been unable to provide… | ||
| img090 | Instruction memo listing required quantities of various parts. | ||
| View original record | BY/HB.5/H.28.6.37. ... Price - H.M.G.2104. ... (G.W.), instructing ... will 1 off. 1 off. ... required will be :- 2 off. 2 off. 2 off. 2 off. 2 off. 2 off. 2 off. 4 off. 2 off. 4 off. 4 off. 2 off.… | ||
| img091 | Proposal to use 3.5-volt bulbs for the Instrument Patch on 25/30 HP & Phantom III Chassis to make economies. | ||
| View original record | c.c. Rm/Wst. 613? BY/RD.6/B.1.7.37. 25/30 HP. & Phantom III Chassis. To enable us to make economies on the Instrument Patch we propose to use 3½ volt bulbs, which arrangement Rm/Wst., has already… | ||
| img092 | Blueprints and a list of parts for the Instrument Patch on 25/30 HP & 'Phantom III' models. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. c. Rm/Wst. 6135. BY/RD.4/B.2.7.37. Instrument Patch - 25/30 HP. & "Phantom III". RR.Sch.1002. Please receive herewith blueprints of the new parts as follows :- D.76051 - Base. 1 off. D.76052 -… | ||
| img093 | Questioning the omission of the dimmer switch feature from a report on the Phantom III in France. | ||
| View original record | 6135. CHATEAUROUX. Rm/IMW/7/JAB.17.7.37. To. Rm. c. Rm/Wst. [text crossed out] What about this Rm. Last Phantom III In France 35-EX. Dimmer Switch for Instrument Lights. The brilliance of the… | ||
| img094 | Dispatch of a special Bentley instrument board to Major Cox for inspection. | ||
| View original record | 6135. To G/Mt. c. to D/BP. Rm/RC.10/JH.10.8.37. re Bentley Instrument patch to R.R.Sch.1104. Will you please send to Major Cox at Sales a special instrument board which we are handing you herewith.… | ||
| img095 | Modification to the Bentley Instrument Board lighting, listing the necessary new parts. | ||
| View original record | 6135 e. hs/RG. HY/HD.7/B.25.8.37. Bentley Instrument Board - RR.Sch.1184. As the proposed patch to carry the rev. counter with two lamps, made originally to RR.Sch.1184, proved that the lighting was… | ||
| img096 | New conductors required for the wiring and fittings of a new instrument board. | ||
| View original record | e. Rs/RC. RC 6135. BY/RD.3/B.13.9.37. Wiring and Fittings - Sec.7360, in conjunction with the new Instrument Board. Please receive herewith LOP. DB.1455, for use with the new instrument board. Please… | ||
| img097 | Parts required for the new Bentley Instrument Board, including modified Phantom III components. | ||
| View original record | c. Ha/MG. RC 6195 BY/RD.2/B.13.9.37. Bentley Instrument Board - Sec.7190. FOR. B 56 BN. In order that we may introduce the new design of Instrument Board on the Bentley chassis, will you please put in… | ||
| img098 | Request to obtain an A.C. Speedometer and Rev. Counter for a Bentley instrument board. | ||
| View original record | Rm/RC Misc 6135 To - Mr. HPS/WSC. HPS/WSC.1/VS.15.10.37. Q/54107. INSTRUMENT BOARD - BENTLEY. Will you please obtain for us as quickly as possible from the A.C. Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd.,… | ||
| img099 | Request to build one instrument board for a Phantom III chassis 39-KX, including a list of required parts. | ||
| View original record | 6135 BY/RD.1/B.15.10.37. "Phantom III" : 39-KX. Instrument Board - Sec.7190. Will you please build up one instrument board for the above chassis to LOP. D.76159. The majority of parts are production… | ||
| img100 | Listing electrical components and their quantities, with a note on ordering additional materials. | ||
| View original record | -2- DW.427 - Sleeve - Ammeter Cables. 2 off. DW.440 - Connector - Petrol Gauge to Earth. 1 off. D.75791 - Spring Washer - Dimmer Switch. 1 off. D.75875 - Contact - Outer - Instrument Lamp. 8 off.… | ||
| img101 | Alternative manufacturing methods for instrument board components on the Wraith model. | ||
| View original record | To: HEC/CAM. Mr. Grylls. Mr. Wilder e.c. Re/Grys. CHILDS 6135 BY/RD.3/B.16.11.37. WRAITH. Instrument Board - Sec.7190. Please receive herewith tracings of :- DB.534 - Former. DW.535 - Bridge Piece.… | ||
| img102 | Use of a combined instrument board on a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | By. To. CC/To. 6135/1044. R.C. Da/Ev.21/W.10.12.37. Bentley - Instrument Board. When we saw Sg. in London yesterday, whilst looking at the Humber Imperial Snipe, he asked us to tell you that he would… | ||
| img103 | Blueprint for a new instrument board for a Bentley 3.B.IV model. | ||
| View original record | DB1482 support plate DB1483 case 6135 e.m/RC. BY/RD.4/B.13.4.38. Re: Bentley - 3.B.IV. Herewith, blueprint of EB.1856 to enable the new Instrument Board to be made for 3.B.IV, in order that they may… | ||
| img104 | Instruction regarding the fitting of a new instrument board and its associated parts. | ||
| View original record | 6135. To HPS. Rm/RC.6/JH.22.4.38. In order that the new instrument board may be fitted to 3.B.IV. as requested in By/RD.4/B.13.4.38. will you please instruct for the following parts to be fitted.… | ||
| img105 | Specification for the instrument board of the Bentley 50 (1st car), detailing differences from the Bentley III. | ||
| View original record | 6135 BY/RD.1/B.26.4.38. BENTLEY 50 (1st. CAR) - INSTRUMENT BOARD : SEC.7190. Since this car will not have a tachometer, the Instrument Board differs from Bentley III; and we hand you herewith LOP.… | ||
| img106 | Temporary instrument board arrangement for model B.50, focusing on testing lighting efficiency. | ||
| View original record | 6135 EA.7/8.16.8.38. INSTRUMENT BOARD - B.50. Herewith D.CD.612 Instrument Board for B.50. This is a temporary arrangement to be built experimentally to enable frontal appearance and efficiency of… | ||
| img107 | Instrument illumination for the Wraith, detailing changes to lamp and dimmer resistance. | ||
| View original record | 6135 c. Rm. ---------- DA.11/G.28.6.38. R.I. INSTRUMENT ILLUMINATION - WRAITH. In view of the report Rm/RC.7/10.6.38. it appears that the lamps vary in resistance so greatly to make it impracticable… | ||
| img108 | Parts list for the Wraith model's instrument illumination, including required components and wiring. | ||
| View original record | 6135 To Mrs. [REDACTED] of DI. [REDACTED] c. Rm/RC. [REDACTED] BY/RD.1/B.1.7.38. WRAITH : INSTRUMENT ILLUMINATION. D.CD.751 - Dimmer and Wiring. D.CL.756 - Instrument Patch with 2 1/2 volt Bulbs. Will… | ||
| img109 | Parts list and instructions for an instrument board unit, including bulbs and a temporary die suggestion. | ||
| View original record | -2- 7 - Osram Flashlamp Flat Bulbs, Clear, fitted with M.E.S. Cap. 12 m/m dia. 2.5 volts. 0.2 amps. K.4308 - Lock Nut. 7 off. K.4646 - Split Pin. 7 off. The remainder of the parts required to build up… | ||
| img110 | Results of life tests on 2.5-volt and 12-volt lamps for instrument lighting. | ||
| View original record | 6089 6135 By. from Rm/RC. By/RD. LAMPS FOR INSTRUMENT LIGHTING. Further tests, on instrument lighting lamps, have now been carried out. These consisted of running the lamps at their rated voltages… | ||
| img111 | Brief on the reliability and enhanced life of a two 12-volt lamp scheme for lighting instruments. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm/RC. 6123- BY.1/G.31.8.38. LAMPS FOR LIGHTING INSTRUMENTS. The evidence of the experiment work is in favour of the two 12 volt lamp scheme on the basis of very much enhanced life. Lamps which… | ||
| img112 | Burnt out bulbs and a faulty dimmer switch on a car's instrument panel. | ||
| View original record | 6185 To HPC. c. to RC/CAP. Rm/RC.16/JH./.9.38. re WXA.2. Two of the 3 1/2 volt bulbs on the instrument panel of this car are burnt out, also the dimmer switch is not functioning correctly. Will you… | ||
| img113 | Parts and blueprints for the instrument boards of 2nd Bentley 50 and 3rd Bentley III chassis. | ||
| View original record | c. Ra/RC. 6135 BY/RD.2/B.15.9.38. INSTRUMENT BOARD - SEC.7190. 2nd. Bentley 50 - LOP. DB.1960. 3rd. Bentley III - LOP. DB.1961. We now hand you herewith blueprints of LOP.s DB.1960 and DB.1961 for the… | ||
| img114 | Instructions regarding the arrangement of instrument board wiring and the sourcing of specific components. | ||
| View original record | -2- Will you please also arrange that when this instrument board and scuttle wiring is complete a junction box is fitted under the scuttle to represent the one that will be fitted by the Coachbuilder;… | ||
| img115 | Requesting an update to the instrument patch on vehicle 27.G.VI. | ||
| View original record | 6135 To HP. o. to Rm/Wym. c. to Rm/RC/CAF. RM/RC.14/JH.20.9.36. re Instrument Patch on 27.G.VI. The instrument patch on 27.G.VI is not of the latest design. Will you please arrange for this to be… | ||
| img116 | Order request for instrument board components for Chassis 10.B.W. & 3.B.50. | ||
| View original record | 6135 c. Rm/RC. HY/HD.12/B.21.12.38. CHASSIS 10.B.W. & 3.B.50. INSTRUMENT BOARD. SECTION 7190. Will you please order from The A.T. Speedometer Co., and Messrs. S. Smith & Sons (M.A.) Ltd.,… | ||
| img117 | Note on sourcing an electric clock and festoon lamps for experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | -2- H/WD.12/B.21.12.38. The electric clock for 10.B.V. should be obtained from Bm/Mc., who has the supply of sample clocks for experimental cars. No.2135 - 12 volt Festoon Lamp. 3 off. HY/B | ||
| img118 | Requesting an update to the instrument board lighting for car WXA.2. | ||
| View original record | 6135. To HP. c. to Rm/FL. d. to Rm/RO/CAP. Rm/RO.13/JH.30.12.38. WXA.2. Instrument Board to L.O.P. D.191. The above car has the instruments illuminated with 3½ volt bulbs. Will you please arrange for… | ||
| img119 | List of parts and instructions for the instrument board of a Bentley Chassis 10.B.V. | ||
| View original record | [REDACTED] 6135 HY/RD. 3/B.12.1.39. BENTLEY CHASSIS 10.B.V. Instrument Board. Section 7190. Please receive herewith LOP. EB.7109 (2 shts.). together with the following details :- EB.2138 - Petrol… | ||
| img120 | The order of various instrument board components for the Bentley 'Corniche' 14.B.V. | ||
| View original record | 6135 RE BY/RD.1/B.27.2.39. BENTLEY "CORNICHE" - 14.B.V. INSTRUMENT BOARD. SECTION 7190. Will you please order from the A.T. Speedometer Co., and Messrs. S. Smith & Sons (MA) Ltd., respectively, the… | ||
| img121 | The necessary materials and blueprints for the Bentley 'Corniche' 14.B.V. model's instrument board, lamps, horns, and fittings. | ||
| View original record | 6135 BY/RD.2/E.S.5.39. BENTLEY "CORNICHE" - 14.B.V. INSTRUMENT BOARD. SECTION V190. LAMPS, HORNS AND FITTINGS. SECTION S230. To enable the necessary material to be ordered for the above chassis, we… | ||
| img122 | The blueprint and ordering instructions for a petrol gauge for an experimental chassis with an 18-gallon tank. | ||
| View original record | 6138 HC BT/RD.S/B.6.3.39. INSTRUMENT BOARD - SECTION 7190. PETROL GAUGES FOR EXPERIMENTAL CHASSIS. FD.350 - 18 GALLON TANK. We hand you herewith, blueprint of a petrol gauge - No.238M/32, suitable… | ||
| img123 | Sending blueprints for an instrument lamp for specific Bentley chassis models. | ||
| View original record | 6135 [REDACTED] BY/RD.2/R.9.S.39. BENTLEY CHASSIS 11.B.V & 12.B.V. INSTRUMENT BOARD. SECTION 7190. Please receive herewith, blueprints of the following :- RB.2809 - Instrument Lamp. These are sent to… | ||
| img124 | Order specifications for speedometers, drives and wing lamps for Bentley Chassis 11.B.V & 12.B.V. | ||
| View original record | ✓ 6135 cap. HY/RD.11/R.M.5.5.39. BENTLEY CHASSIS 11.B.V & 12.B.V. INSTRUMENT BOARD, HORNS AND FITTINGS. SECTION 7190. SECTION 8290. Further to our memo' HY/RD.8/R.M.5.3.39., will you please order from… | ||
| img125 | Provision of a blueprint for an 18-gallon petrol gauge for specific experimental chassis. | ||
| View original record | [REDACTED] BT/RD.4/B.29.3.39. INSTRUMENT BOARD - SECTION 7190. PETROL GAUGES FOR EXPERIMENTAL CHASSIS. Further to our memo' BT/RD.5/B.6.3.39., we hand you herewith, for record purposes only,… | ||
| img126 | Request for an instrument lamp to complete the instrument board for a Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | Instrument Board. c.ap. 6135✓ [REDACTED] HY/RD.2/B.30.3.39. BENTLEY CHASSIS S.B.50. Will you please obtain for the above chassis, the following :- DB.2309 - Instrument Lamp. 1 off. This is required to… | ||
| img127 | Order for rheostats and woodscrews for a Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | T381 6135 BY/RB.1/S.30.3.30. BENTLEY CHASSIS 10.B.V & 3.B.50. Will you please order for the above chassis, the following :- Smith's Rheostat. (Code No: 47366). 1 off per chassis. No.6 x .625 long… | ||
| img128 | Unsatisfactory dimmer and testing a resistance unit for a Bentley V instrument board. | ||
| View original record | 6135 To Rm/RC. BY/RD.2/B.4.4.39. BENTLEY V - INSTRUMENT BOARD. In view of the unsatisfactory report on the dimmer supplied by Messrs. S. Smith & Sons, we confirm that we have asked you to determine… | ||
| img129 | Overheating Smith's Dimmer Switch on the Bentley V instrument board, and a request for a rheostat for testing. | ||
| View original record | 6135 To HPS/WSC. from Rm/RC. c. By/RD. Rm/RC.5/WH.5.4.39. BENTLEY V - INSTRUMENT BOARD. We have found that the Smith's Dimmer Switch to DB.2353 is not suitable for the above, as the element overheats… | ||
| img130 | Faulty resistance unit for instrument lights and a request to order replacements for the Bentley V chassis. | ||
| View original record | 6135, c.al ✓ [REDACTED] [REDACTED] [REDACTED] HY/HD.7/E.G.4.39. BENTLEY V. INSTRUMENT BOARD. SECTION T190. DB.2355 - Resistance Unit for the Instrument Lights, has been reported as unsatisfactory, and… | ||
| img131 | Requesting the examination and testing of ignition and fuel warning lights from S. Smith & Sons as a potential replacement for Lucas lights. | ||
| View original record | 6135 To Rm/RC. BY/RD.6/B.19.4.39. IGNITION AND FUEL WARNING LIGHTS. We hand you herewith 1 each of the above, made by Messrs. S. Smith & Sons 'MA' Ltd. Will you please examine and test these and say… | ||
| img132 | Record of an addition (7190) concerning a cut-out switch, lights, quantities ordered and issued. | ||
| View original record | C.A.P 6135 .../20.3/D.28.4.39. ADDITION 7190. .../D.9/R.6.4.39., For record Cut out. Switch. Lights. Quantity ordered Separate issued ... to Roy/les. | ||
| img133 | Notification supplying blueprints for an Electric Clock (Dupulse Type) and requesting an order of one per chassis for various models. | ||
| View original record | [REDACTED] C. al 6135 BY/HD.S/B.24.4.39. CHASSIS 10.B.V., 11.B.V., 12.B.V. & 14.B.V. INSTRUMENT BOARD. SECTION 7190. We hand you herewith, blueprints of the following piece :- DB.2322/S - Electric… | ||
| img134 | Comparison report between Lucas and Smith manufactured warning lights. | ||
| View original record | 6135 To By. from RM/KC. C. to By/RD. RM/KC.9/JH.27.4.39. Comparison Between Lucas & Smith warning Lights. We have received from the Drawing Office, for examination and test, two warning lights (one… | ||
| img135 | Comparison of the effectiveness and construction of Lucas and Smith warning lamps. | ||
| View original record | -2- Indicating effect. The effectiveness of a warning lamp depends on its ability to attract attention when it lights up. It is perhaps a matter of opinion which is the better lamp in this respect,… | ||
| img136 | Proposal for an improved, smaller, and cheaper inspection lamp socket and plug assembly to replace existing fittings. | ||
| View original record | JX/JM. C. Rn. DA.11/G.29.4.39. 6135 c.a.p. D.CD.1352 - INSPECTION LAMP SOCKET WITH SWITCH AND INSPECTION LAMP PLUG. Herewith the above scheme which is an improved assembly to replace the existing… | ||
| img137 | Proposal to change the purchasing and fitting process for speedometer and revolution counter drives on experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | 6135- [Redacted] HY/RD.7/B.1.5.39. INSTRUMENT BOARD : SECTION V190. Speedometer and Revolution Counter Drives. The system of having the rev. counter and speedometer drive cables fitted at the… | ||
| img138 | Confirming speedometer calibration settings for Bentley chassis 11.B.V. and 12.B.V. | ||
| View original record | [REDACTED] 613- CAP. HY/RD.4/B.2.5.39. BENTLEY CHASSIS 11.B.V. & 12.B.V. INSTRUMENT BOARD. SECTION 7190. We have now received from Bm/FB., the necessary information to enable us to determine the final… | ||
| img139 | Necessity and implementation of a master switch on the instrument board, detailing past issues and proposed solutions. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm/BC. 61353 BY.2/G.S.5.5.39. CURRENT CONTROL ON INSTRUMENT BOARD. At the Conference on Tuesday last Sg. expressed the opinion that a master switch was a necessity to control current distribution… | ||
| img140 | Parts required to complete the instrument board for Bentley 'One Offa' Chassis 4.B.50. | ||
| View original record | v 6135 C.W.R RC BT/RB.1/B.19.5.39. BENTLEY 'ONE OFFA' - CHASSIS 4.B.50. INSTRUMENT BOARD. SECTION 7190. Will you please order the following material necessary to complete the above instrument board.… | ||
| img141 | Ordering a speedometer pending axle and tyre information and distributing instrument board layout blueprints. | ||
| View original record | BT/HD.1/B.19.5.39. -R- The Speedometer will be ordered when information relating to the Axle and Tyres is received from Rm/TD. The Instrument Board Layout is to drawing RB.2115, blueprints of which… | ||
| img142 | The instrument board layout and blueprint for chassis 12.B.V. | ||
| View original record | B.A.P. Please note. ✓ C.A.P. 6135. [REDACTED] BT/RB.1/B.23.5.39. BENTLEY CHASSIS 12.B.V. INSTRUMENT BOARD. SECTION 7190. We hand you herewith, 1 blueprint only, for record purposes, of :- DR.2280 -… | ||
| img143 | Blueprints for various Petrol Gauges and Speedometers for the Bentley V instrument board. | ||
| View original record | 6135 cal. BT/MD.4/B.23.5.39. BENTLEY V. INSTRUMENT BOARD. SECTION 7190. We hand you herewith blueprints of the various Petrol Gauges and Speedometers with French and English readings, and these are… | ||
| img144 | Notice regarding the issue of an instrument with a dial reading up to 600 p.s.m. | ||
| View original record | 6135- c.a.l. HY/Ex.8/B.25.3.29. [illegible] NOTICE 7190. [illegible] about to 600 p.s.m. to be similar in all to the Bentley V with the dial reading up The instrument will be authorised to be issued… | ||
| img145 | Parts for a Bentley 50 Instrument Board. | ||
| View original record | To Eng, from HPS/WSC, c. Rm/RO. 6135 c.a.P. HPS/WSC.1/BA.26.5.39. 0/52440. Bentley 50 Instrument Board. 4.B.50. Will you please obtain for us :- * 3 - DB.2343 Flanges. * 1 - DB.2393 Switch &… | ||
| img146 | Request to order Smith Warning Lights for testing on Bentley Cars. | ||
| View original record | 6135 To HPS/WJC. c. to Rm/RC/CAP. Rm/RC.5/JH.26.5.39. Smith Warning Lights. for test on Bentley Cars. Will you please order, from Messrs. Smith Ltd., for the above purpose :- 6 DB.2391 Ignition… | ||
| img147 | Request to obtain ignition and fuel warning lights for a Bentley Instrument Board from Messrs Smith Ltd. | ||
| View original record | To Rem, from HPS/WSC. c. Rm/RC. ✓ 6135? c.a.p. HPS/SC.4/BA.P.6.39. O/52440. Bentley Instrument Board. Will you please obtain for us as quickly as possible from Messrs Smith Ltd., 6 - DB.2391 Ignition… | ||
| img148 | Proposal for a master switch system to control current on the instrument board. | ||
| View original record | BY/RD.6/B.5.6.39. CURRENT CONTROL ON INSTRUMENT BOARD. We have examined the request made in BY.2/Q.5.5.39., to fit a Master Switch to control current distribution, and propose that the simplest method… | ||
| img149 | Providing blueprints for a Speedometer for the Bentley 14.B.V. 'Corniche' chassis. | ||
| View original record | 6135- cap? [REDACTED] BT/RD.B/hjs.6.6.39. BENTLEY CHASSIS 14.B.V. "CORNICHE". INSTRUMENT BOARD. SECTION 7190. We hand you herewith, for record purposes, blueprints of the following :- RH.2510 -… | ||
| img150 | Failures of the Lucas warning light unit due to poor contact. | ||
| View original record | To By. c. to By/RB. 6135 RM/RC.9/JH.7.6.39. Lucas Warning Light. We have had two or three failures of the Lucas Warning light unit, which suggests that these are unreliable in respect of the contact… | ||
| img151 | Scheme concerning temporary instrument board brackets for a Bentley S. dashboard. | ||
| View original record | 6135 M.S/S.C.4.39. F CHILDS BENTLEY S. DASHBOARD. Please receive herewith the following scheme :- F.CD.1402 Temporary Instrument Board Brackets. The above scheme shows the holes necessary in the… | ||
| img152 | Requesting an order for a speedometer for chassis 4.S.50, calibrated to 657 r.p.m. | ||
| View original record | [REDACTED] Rm/RC 6185 c. at. HY/RB.D/R.S.6.30. CHASSIS 4.S.50 - "USE SEA". INSTRUMENT BOARD. SECTION V190. Further to our memo' HY/RB.1/R.19.5.30., will you please order for the above car, a… | ||
| img153 | The dispatch of blueprints for the Silver Ripple 1.R.I. instrument board. | ||
| View original record | c a p / (123) c. Rm/RC. BY/RD.4/B.14.6.39. SILVER RIPPLE - 1.R.I. INSTRUMENT BOARD. SECTION 7190. Further to our memo' BY/RD.2/B. 27.5.39., we now hand you herewith blueprints of :- DW.975 -… | ||
| img154 | Approval of a scheme for current control on the instrument board. | ||
| View original record | BY/18/ c. Rm. BY.18/C.14.6.39. CHILDS CURRENT CONTROL ON INSTRUMENT BOARD. I think the scheme outlined in BY/RD.6/B.5.6.39. is satisfactory. I see no reasonable objection to S. & T. being 'ON' with… | ||
| img155 | Blueprints for a Petrol Gauge for the Silver Phantom instrument board. | ||
| View original record | c.c. HJS. o. Rm/RC. o. RMO/HJS. o. Secy for HPS. BY/RD.9/B.20.7.39. SILVER PHANTOM. INSTRUMENT BOARD. SECTION 7190. Please receive herewith blueprints of :- D.76321 - Petrol Gauge for use with 22… | ||
| img156 | Short memo asking about the completion of the instrument board drawing. | ||
| View original record | To Ev. from Rm. Rm.7/MH.2.3.40. Have you drawn the instrument board yet ? Rm. | ||
| img157 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons to Mr. W.A. Robotham rescheduling a proposed meeting. | ||
| View original record | S. Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd CRICKLEWOOD WORKS LONDON, N.W.2 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY BY APPOINTMENT TO THE LATE KING GEORGE V TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (40… | ||
| img158 | Design, modifications, and requirements for the Silver Ripplet .R.2 instrument board. | ||
| View original record | Effect of 1022 To Rm. c. to Ev/HH. 6:22 Ev.11/JH.14.3.40. Instrument Board Silver Ripplet .R.2. Herewith we attach two prints of PL.149. which is an instrument board for the Silver Ripplet R.R.2. The… | ||
| img159 | Letter to S. Smith & Sons, Ltd. concerning the design and layout of instrument boards. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten] Hoc. [Handwritten] 6/B Rm.4/MH. 16th. March, 1940. C.W.Nichols, Esq., Messrs. S.Smith & Sons, Ltd., Cricklewood works, LONDON, N.W.2. Dear Nichols, I have been going into the question of… | ||
| img160 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding instrument facia design, with reference to heater and wireless provisions. | ||
| View original record | CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY S. Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (40 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON CABLES: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON CODES:… | ||
| img161 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding the layout and switch for an oil sump gauge. | ||
| View original record | S. SMITH & SONS (Motor Accessories) LTD. CRICKLEWOOD WORKS, LONDON, N.W.1 CONTINUATION NO.1 Oil Sump Gauge - In your layout you are, I believe, arranging to take care of oil sump gauge which, as you… | ||
| img162 | Letter concerning a failure in an experimental speedometer and a postscript on the accuracy of electric clocks. | ||
| View original record | Rm.17/HL. 27.3.40. C.M.Nicholls,Esq., Messrs S.Smith & Son, Crocklewood Works, London. N.W. Dear Mr. Nicholls, Thank you for your letter of March 20th, together with the illustrations from the… | ||
| img163 | Covering note for blueprints related to the 'RIPPLET' instrument board, sections PL. 149 and RD. 718. | ||
| View original record | Ru/Re 4 To. Rm or PV Ev/HH.2/ 1. 4. 40. RIPPLET PL. 149. Instrument Board Instrument Board, Section 7190 Please receive herewith 3 blue prints of the following. RD. 718. Arrangement of Instrument… | ||
| img164 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons chasing the return of an instrument that has not yet arrived. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten at top]: Rm / Childs - When was this despatched? elec? Rm 105 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY S. Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd CRICKLEWOOD WORKS LONDON, N.W.2… | ||
| img165 | Letter to S. Smith & Sons regarding conventional and futuristic instrument designs and a request for drawings. | ||
| View original record | Bm.16/ML. 22.4.40. Nicholls, Esq., Messrs S. Smith & Sons. Motor accessories, Cricklewood Works, N.W.2. Dear Nicholls, We have now got some quite nice lay-outs for more or less conventional instrument… | ||
| img166 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. providing final details for the Bentley V instrument board design. | ||
| View original record | c. to Rm c. to Mr. Green c. to Rm/RC. c. to Rm/FD. Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, LONDON. N.W.10. For the attention of. Mr. C. Ward Esq. Dear Sirs, re - Bentley V Production.… | ||
| img167 | Necessary adjustments to the steering wheel, instrument visibility, and wiring. | ||
| View original record | Cont'd. the scuttle rail. They must be tilted to direct their light onto the board. (4) It will be necessary for us to remove the steering wheel and to turn it through 180 in order that the top spoke… | ||
| img168 | Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding instrument chassis drawings and American car facia specimens. | ||
| View original record | CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY BY APPOINTMENT TELEPHONE GLADSTONE 3333 (40 LINES) TELEGRAMS SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON CABLES SPEEDOFAC, LONDON. CODES: MARCONI, COMMERCIAL,… | ||