Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Letter discussing engine roughness, fuel compatibility, compression ratio, and tyre performance for the Big Bore Bentley. | ||
| View original record | G.W. Hancock, Esq., Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. +200a Hs/Rm.1/KW.18.10.35. Big Bore Bentley. We are anxious that the big bore Bentley engine shall be as smooth as the present standard… | ||
| scan0002 | Engine valve bounce at specific revs and poor fuel consumption issues. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Rm.1/KW.18.10.35. We should like to know the revs. at which the valves bounce. If this is 4,500, we have arrived at rather a satisfactory compromise, as this will prevent the engine being… | ||
| scan0003 | Dispatch request for 3 pairs of S.U. carburetter needles to France for chassis B-56-BN. | ||
| View original record | x264 a D/BP. c. to G/Mt. Hs/CTS.13/KW.18.10.35. Chassis B-56-BN. Will you please despatch to-day certain to G.W. Hancock, Esq., Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France - 3 pairs of S.U.… | ||
| scan0004 | Letter regarding sending 3 pairs of needles to improve petrol consumption for Chassis B-56-BN. | ||
| View original record | G.W. Hancock, Esq., Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. HS/CTS.12/KW.18.10.35 Chassis B-56-BN. We are sending you under separate cover, 3 pairs of needles, details of which are on the… | ||
| scan0005 | Specification sheet for induction system needles, detailing dimensions for current and experimental types. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/CTS.12/KW.18.10.35. B-56-BN. Induction System. Needles at present fitted :- Type 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 C.I. 99 95 91.6 88.9 86.1 84 81.8 79.6 77.8 76 74 73 72 71 Experimental needles… | ||
| scan0006 | The failure of a front bumper bar on a B. 56. BN. Bentley, detailing the cause and suggesting modifications. | ||
| View original record | F.J.H. 4200a HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. GWH/3/JAB. 18th October 1935. To. Hs/Rm. o to: From. G.W.H. B. 56. BN. - BENTLEY. The front Bumper Bar fell off at the Offside during… | ||
| scan0007 | Blueprint diagram illustrating a failure where a sheared pin allowed a stud to unscrew. | ||
| View original record | X 204- THIS NUT WAS UP TO THE END OF THE THREAD. THIS PIN HAD BEEN SHEARED ALLOWING THE STUD TO UNSCREW. | ||
| scan0008 | Hand-drawn sketch illustrating a mechanical failure of a pin and stud assembly. | ||
| View original record | This nut was up to the end of the thread. This pin had been sheared. allowing the stud to unscrew. | ||
| scan0009 | Letter regarding the dispatch of a packing liner to reduce an engine's compression ratio for testing. | ||
| View original record | x200~ G.W. Hancock, Esq., Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, FRANCE. Hs/Std.7/KW.19.10.35. We are sending you a packing liner, .065" thick, to go under the cylinder block of B-56-BN. This is to… | ||
| scan0010 | Front bumper bar failure on a Large Bore Bentley due to a sheared pin. | ||
| View original record | X264u To Hs. from Sg. re Large Bore Bentley - B-56-EN. Sgl/E22.10.35 I see from the report of the 17th that the front bumper bar fell off due to a pin shearing. I am rather concerned because I thought… | ||
| scan0011 | Test report comparing C.I. and L.B.I. carburetter needles on a Bentley 56. BN, focusing on performance and fuel consumption. | ||
| View original record | x280a HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. GWH/8/JAB. 22nd October 1935 To. Hs/Rm. From. G.W.H. BENTLEY 56. BN. We have carried out the following first test with the Carburetter needles sent… | ||
| scan0012 | Test report on a B.56.BN Bentley comparing performance with two different types of needles. | ||
| View original record | x200a HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX, Indre. France. GWH/4/JAB. 23rd October 1935. To. Hs/Rm. From. G.W.H. B. 56. BN. - BENTLEY. Second Test Carried out with new Needles. Petrol Consumption no results… | ||
| scan0013 | Test report comparing the performance of different carburettor needles on a B. 56. BN. Bentley. | ||
| View original record | x288a HOTEL DE FRANCE, CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. GWH/ 6/ JAB. 24th October 1935. To. Hs/Rm. From. G.W.H. B. 56. BN. - BENTLEY. Third Test Carried Out with New Needles. Petrol Consumption with L.B.2… | ||
| scan0014 | Despatch note for a flexible petrol pipe and a pair of float chambers to be sent to G.W. Hancock in France. | ||
| View original record | To D/BP. c. to G/Mt. X264a Hs/CTS.11/KW. 25.10.35. B-56-BN. Will you please despatch to :- G.W. Hancock, Esq., Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France - 1. Flexible Petrol Pipe for Carburetter. 1… | ||
| scan0015 | Correspondence regarding the supply of replacement parts for an induction system. | ||
| View original record | G.W. Hancock, Esq., Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. X280a Hs/CTS.10/KW. 25.10.35. B-56-BN. Induction System. New flexible petrol pipe, asrequested under separate cover. Will you please… | ||
| scan0016 | Locking pin failure on a Large Bore Bentley (B-56-BN) due to incorrect fitting. | ||
| View original record | x264a To Sg. From Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm.1/KW.26.10.35. Large Bore Bentley - B-56-BN. Replying to Sg.1/E.22.10.35, this failure was actually due to a locking pin failing. It is mainly attributable to the part… | ||
| scan0017 | Request for a test run on car B-56-BN with disconnected shutters to investigate temperature readings. | ||
| View original record | X264a G.W.Hancock. Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, FRANCE. From Hs/Std. Hs/Std.7/MA.26.10.35. We note in your daily reports on B-56-BN that the water temperatures are on the high side in view of… | ||
| scan0018 | Letter from G.W.H. regarding engine detonation in a Bentley when using standard petrol. | ||
| View original record | X264a HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. GWH/8/JAB. 27th October 1935. To. Hs/Rm. From. G.W.H. B. 56. BN.- BENTLEY I thank you very much for the information re race horses, and will keep it… | ||
| scan0019 | Typed memorandum from France regarding engine smoothing, tyre performance, and valve bounce on a B.56.BN Bentley. | ||
| View original record | x-180a HOTEL DE FRANCE CHATEAUROUX, Indre France. GWH/7/JAB. 27th October 1935. To. Hs/Rm. From. G.W.H. B. 56. BN.- BENTLEY. We have got the Engine smooth without resorting to reducing the compression… | ||
| scan0020 | Letter addressing various vehicle performance issues including piston failures, oil consumption, and engine detonation. | ||
| View original record | x200a G.W. Hancock Esq., Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. Thank you for your notes. We shall be interested to hear what caused the failure on the Spectre. We recommend that you examine the… | ||
| scan0021 | Letter from C.C. Wakefield & Co. Ltd. regarding arrangements for the delivery of PATENT CASTROL XL oil to the Paris Office. | ||
| View original record | COPY. Wakefield House, Cheapside, London, E.C.2. 23rd October, 1935. To: R.W. Massey, Esq. MOTOR DEPARTMENT (MANUFACTURERS). ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. Dear Sir, With regard to the barrel of PATENT CASTROL… | ||
| scan0022 | Engine smoothness, mounting, compression ratio, and tyre performance on Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | F. Dodd - } H. Wymans } X268A HOTEL DE FRANCE CHATEAUROUX. Indre France. Please note result with engine mounting. We should investigate further on any rough Cars we can obtain from repair. Also try &… | ||
| scan0023 | Testing and modification of a Bentley radiator fitted with a Mark VI matrix. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. X264a Hs/Std.9/KW.30.10.35. We are writing to Messrs. John Marston to ask them to return a Bentley radiator fitted with a Mark VI matrix, which we sent to them for test. As soon as we receive… | ||
| scan0024 | Engine examination report for a B.56.BN Bentley, detailing issues with pistons, connecting rod bearings, and a failed petrol pipe. | ||
| View original record | X20QA HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. GWH/5/JAB. 30th October 1935. To. Hs/Rm. From. G.W.H. B. 56. BN. - BENTLEY. We have dismantled the Engine and examined the the Pistons and connecting… | ||
| scan0025 | Problem fitting an aluminum packing liner to a Bentley engine head. | ||
| View original record | HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. X 266a GWH/3/JAB. 31st October 1935. To. Hs/Rm. From. G.W.H. B. 56. BN. - BENTLEY. We note your remarks re Bentley and will pay attention to them, and give… | ||
| scan0026 | Letter discussing the production and clutch testing of the big bore Bentley, and issues with a Spectre model. | ||
| View original record | G.W. Hancock Esq., Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. X7649 Hs/Rm.18/KW.1.11.35. We are now going into production with the big bore Bentley. Sales fell off badly at the Show, and they have… | ||
| scan0027 | Telegram requesting a decision on whether to standardise woven or moulded Bentley clutch linings. | ||
| View original record | x264a 1.11.35. HANCOCK, HOTEL DE FRANCE, CHATEAUROUX, INDRE, FRANCE. PLEASE WIRE WHETHER BENTLEY CLUTCH LINING WOVEN OR MOULDED TO REMOVE UNCERTAINTY WHICH TO STANDARDISE. ROBOTHAM. | ||
| scan0028 | Telegram received by telephone concerning parts for a Bentley, specifically a Bard and Beck plate and lining. | ||
| View original record | RR. 144A. (12 BKS.) (45656-10-5-33) 3/9720/2. x264w ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 10-13 Date: 2.11.35 To: Roycar Derby By: S from: 8.45 2nd. Chateauroux Jb Message… | ||
| scan0029 | Sent from France concerning the identification of a Bentley clutch lining as woven or moulded. | ||
| View original record | x264a HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. GWH/5/JAB. 2nd November 1935. To. Hs/Rm. From. G.W.H. B. 56. BN.- BENTLEY. We received your telegram yesterday afternoon :- " Please wire whether… | ||
| scan0030 | 10,000-mile report on a Bentley 3.5 Litre B.56 engine, detailing performance and component wear. | ||
| View original record | X 264a To. [REDACTED] from Hs/GWH. c to. [REDACTED] c to. [REDACTED] c to. [REDACTED] c to. [REDACTED] c to. [REDACTED] c to. Hs. BENTLEY 3.5 BORE B. 56. EN. REPORT AT 10,000 MILES Specification to… | ||
| scan0031 | Inspection report detailing the condition of various engine and chassis components after a mileage test. | ||
| View original record | ( 2 ) CRANKSHAFT. LOP EB.1211 The Crankshaft connecting rod pins were in a good condition. The main journals were not examined at this mileage. OIL PUMP. LOP E.53658 ARRAGT. II955 The oil pressure has… | ||
| scan0032 | Faults and observations on various vehicle components, including the air silencer, fan, petrol supply, and radiator. | ||
| View original record | ( 3 ) AIR SILENCER. LOP EB. 683. The Air silencer is not good at high speeds. There is a noticeable roar. We understand that the tests for silence was not completed when the Car left. The arrangement… | ||
| scan0033 | Condition report on various vehicle components including the clutch, gearbox, brakes, and axles. | ||
| View original record | ( 4 ) FLYWHEEL & CLUTCH ARRAGT. EX.18198 10" BORG & BECK WOVEN LINING. The Clutch engagement has been smooth, with no sign of slipping. Stops in normal time when hot. The Clutch has been examined and… | ||
| scan0034 | Faults and observations on the front axle, exhaust system, petrol tank, and road springs. | ||
| View original record | ( 5 ) FRONT AXLE CONTROLS. LOP GB.1340 The Bearings are not adequate to take the thrust. We have had to adjust them twice. Any slack in these bearings is noticeable in the stability of the steering.… | ||
| scan0035 | Failures and fixes for hydraulic dampers, the electrical system, and the dynamo. | ||
| View original record | ( 6 ) HYDRAULIC DAMPERS. The rear Dampers failed in the poundage and a quantity of oil was lost. The glands are leaking more excessively than on previous Cars? The control union in the N.S. damper… | ||
| scan0036 | Technical report detailing faults with a front bumper bar and the steel pannel bodywork of a vehicle. | ||
| View original record | ( 7 ) FRONT BUMPER BAR. The Front Bumper Bar came adrift from the attachment to the dumb iron of the Offside at a mileage of 2,500, letting the Bar drop. The Bar got under the Offside front wheel. The… | ||
| scan0037 | Comparative test report on different sizes of Aero Cushion India Tyres for a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | x N64a HOTEL DE FRANCE, CHATEAUROUX, Indre. France. GWH/4/JAB. 3rd November 1935. To. Hs/Rm. From. G.W.H. B. 56. BN. - BENTLEY. Re Aero Cushion India Tyres 6 x 16. We have carried out comparative… | ||
| scan0038 | Confirming the enclosure of a chart regarding Radiator Shutters Operating & Held Open for a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | x 26ka HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. GWH/IO/JAB. 4th November 1935. To. Hs/Rm. From. G.W.H. B.56.BN.- BENTLEY. As requested, we enclose herewith Chart relative to the Radiator Shutters… | ||
| scan0039 | Bentley car held up due to the rear road spring anchorage coming adrift, detailing the repairs and an ignition check. | ||
| View original record | x264a HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. 4th November 1935. To. Hs/Rm. From. G.W.H. B. 56. BN. - BENTLEY. The Car has had to be held up, owing to the front anchorage to frame of the rear… | ||
| scan0040 | Diagram illustrating a strengthening plate fitted to the near side front end of a rear spring. | ||
| View original record | STRENGTHENING PLATE FITTED. BOLTS LOOSE BOLTS MISSING N.S. FRONT END OF REAR SPRING. 3/8 BOLT FITTED. STEEL WASHERS LET IN & DRILLED. B. 56. BN. | ||
| scan0041 | Blueprint of a swiveling bracket and frame bracket assembly with notes on modifications or faults. | ||
| View original record | SET SCREW BROKEN. THIS SPACE LEFT OR PART OPENED OUT. PARK WARDS SWIVELING BRACKET. R.R FRAME BRACKET THESE TWO BOLTS LEFT OUT. B. 56. BN. | ||
| scan0042 | Letter to G.W. Hancock regarding testing and issues with a Bentley car, including tyres and valve seats. | ||
| View original record | To G.W. Hancock, Esq., Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, FRANCE. X266~ Hs/Rm.16/KW.5.11.35. Thank you for your note re the Bentley. The tyres fitted to the wheels were 6-ply. We should also like to… | ||
| scan0043 | 10,000-mile test report, particularly regarding con-rods and bearings, and a decision on introducing a larger bore. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from Sg. re B-56-BN. Copy to Wor.E. Sg3/E5.11.35 I have just been reading through the 10,000 mile report Ref: Hs/GWH.6/JAB.2.11.35. I should be glad to know whether there is anything in it… | ||
| scan0044 | Several vehicle faults from a 10,000-mile report, including leaks, flimsy parts, and concerns about bumper bar safety on Bentley models. | ||
| View original record | HS To E. from Sg. re B-56-BW. Sg4/E5.11.35 Copy to Wor.Es. I have been reading through the 10,000 mile report Ref: Es/GWH.6/JAE.2.11.35 and attach copy of memo. sent to Hs. The points to which I… | ||
| scan0045 | Confirming the decision to introduce the big bore Bentley following positive 10,000-mile test results, with attached coachwork reports. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. From Hs. c. to Wor. E. J 264A Hs.5/MJ.6.11.35. Replying to Sg.3/E5.11.35. We see no reason to alter the decision which was taken to introduce the big bore Bentley as soon as possible. The… | ||
| scan0046 | Coachwork reports for two Bentley cars after extensive mileage in France. | ||
| View original record | Attached to - Hs.5/EJ.6.11.35. Coachwork Report of 5-B-1V Bentley after 15,000 Miles in France. June 1935. The body has deteriorated more than any previous bodies we have run in France. Early in the… | ||
| scan0047 | Continued report detailing faults with a car body, including rattles, poor manufacturing, and wind noise. | ||
| View original record | Hs.5/MJ.6.11.35. Cont'd. free and do not appear to have dropped. No rattle has developed from the doors or windows. It has been rain proof. The sliding roof rattles at the rear. The rear wings have… | ||
| scan0048 | B. 56. BN. Bentley regarding a broken connecting rod bearing and engine knock. | ||
| View original record | x766a HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. GWH/3/JAB. 6th November 1935. To. Hs/Rm. From. G.W.H. B. 56. BN. - BENTLEY. The Bentley returned at noon to-day with a knock in the Engine. The Car… | ||
| scan0049 | To G.W. Hancock regarding issues with rear spring anchorage and tyres. | ||
| View original record | X2664 G.W. Hancock, Esq., Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. Hs/Rm.20/KW.6.11.35. We agree that the rear spring anchorage is a bad feature and are getting Design to give it attention. We… | ||
| scan0050 | Solutions for an oil leak from the rear engine bearing and a gearbox oil seal on a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | xN64a 1 Sg. from E. C. Wop. Hs. Dy. GWH. E.3/HP.7.11.35. B-56-BN. Replying to your memo Sg.4/E.5.11.35 with reference to Bentley 10,000 mile report Hs/GWH.6/JAB.2.11.35, we notice that all the… | ||
| scan0051 | Technical memorandum discussing issues with front axle controls and the front bumper bar design. | ||
| View original record | - sheet 2 - see if the oil retaining bush is present or not. Front Axle Controls. With regard to the bearings of the axle controls, I remember some previous trouble due to a failure of the lubrication… | ||
| scan0052 | Report discussing feedback on engine side trays, front guards, and bumper mountings from a 10,000-mile test. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - Engine Side Trays, and Front Guard. These are the standard guards fitted to customers cars and this is the first I have heard of them being unsatisfactory. --- It has to be realised that GWH. is… | ||
| scan0053 | Telex regarding the collection and forwarding of connecting rod bearings for Hancock. | ||
| View original record | X764 a 7.11.35. SLEATOR, FRANCOBRIT, PARIS 86. CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS FOR HANCOCK ADDRESSED TO YOU SHOULD ARRIVE LEBOURGET TO-MORROW AFTERNOON. PLEASE COLLECT AND FORWARD CHATEAUROUX BY EXPRESS.… | ||
| scan0054 | Telegram from Chateauroux requesting clarification on which car is being referred to. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAPHS. Time of Receipt: PM 5 37 From: BM A Office Stamp: DERBY 7 NOV 35 Origin Information: 315 CL 1615 7 CHATEAUROUX 10 Recipient: ROYCAR DERBY Message: = ROBOTHAM WHICH CAR DO YOU… | ||
| scan0055 | Brief typed note regarding a location in France and a preference for a Bentley car. | ||
| View original record | X-266a 8.11.35. HANCOCK, HOTEL DE FRANCE, CHATEAUROUX, INDRE, FRANCE. EITHER CAR BUT PARTICULARLY BENTLEY. ROBOTHAM. | ||
| scan0056 | Failure of a rear road spring front anchorage bracket on a Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | xN6Ka E.12/HP.8.11.35. Og. from E. c. Wor. Hs. Hy. GWH (at Chateaux) [text is crossed out] B-56-BN Bentley. With reference to the failure of the front anchorage bracket of the rear road spring,… | ||
| scan0057 | Telegram reporting that Bentley bearings are too brittle and breaking up. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAPHS. B or C Charges to pay TIME OF RECEIPT PM 6 4 From TS If there is doubt about the accuracy of any part of this telegram ring "Telegrams delivery for Enquiry" or call at the… | ||
| scan0058 | Acknowledging a telegram and confirming transport arrangements for connecting rod bearings to Chateauroux. | ||
| View original record | x264a Rm Rolls-Royce Ltd. Derby Sr/Go3/AD/8.II.35. To HS/Rm We acknowledge receipt of your telegram reading: CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS FOR HANCOCK ADDRESSED TO YOU SHOULD ARRIVE LE BOURGET TO-MORROW… | ||
| scan0059 | Performance and future of all-steel bodies versus aluminium-panelled bodies, including concerns about rust. | ||
| View original record | x264a To Hs. from Sg. Copy to War E. re B-56-BN. Sg7/E8.11.35 Thanks for Hs.5/MJ.6.11.35. It is most encouraging to see how the all-steel body has stood up. The following is an extract from a memo. I… | ||
| scan0060 | Analysis of bearing failures in Phantom III and B.56.BN Bentley vehicles. | ||
| View original record | X766a Bentley Copy HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX, Indre. France. GWH/S/JAB. 9th November 1938. To. Ha/Rm. From. G.W.H. Failure of Bearings. 31.EX.PHANTOM III. & B.56.BN BENTLEY. PHANTOM III. The… | ||
| scan0061 | Failure of crankshaft bearings on a B.56.BN Bentley and a delay caused by work on a Phantom. | ||
| View original record | X264A HOTEL DE FRANCE, CHATEAUROUX, Indre. France. 9th November 1935. GWH/7/JAB. To. Hs/Rm. From. G.W.H. B.56.BN. - BENTLEY. The failure of the crankshaft bearings was not found out until we… | ||
| scan0062 | Technical memo discussing oil leak issues at the rear engine bearing and gearbox, evaluating various proposed fixes. | ||
| View original record | X-264a HOTEL DE FRANCE, CHATEAUROUX, Indre. France. GWH/3/JAB. 11th November 1935. To. E. From G.W.H. c to Hives. We thank you for your memo E.3/HP.7.11.35. With regard to the oil leak at the rear… | ||
| scan0063 | Issues with a leaking retaining bush, front axle controls, and failing engine side trays on test cars. | ||
| View original record | ( 2 ( II.II.33. Our last Car here 21.G.IV., the retaining bush had become enlarged and was leaking so much, that we had to do something to prevent it, and having had experience with the Perfect Seals… | ||
| scan0064 | Telegram to Hancock in France regarding the return and replacement of Spectre engine bearings. | ||
| View original record | X264a 11.11.35. HANCOCK, HOTEL DE FRANCE, CHATEAUROUX, INDRE, FRANCE. ROBERTS RETURNING WITH BEARINGS TO-MORROW. IF SPECTRE MAINS ARE SUFFICIENTLY GOOD TO LAST ANOTHER 15,000 MILES WILL SEND OUT SOME… | ||
| scan0065 | Telegram requesting two bottom valve spring taps and asbestos packings for a Bentley engine. | ||
| View original record | RR. 144A. (12 BKS.) (45638-10M-33) 3/9720. STAMP: RECEIVED 11 NOV 1935 A.D. Handwritten: Roberts Please obtain these Rm x264a ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 11-46 By:… | ||
| scan0066 | Comparing the performance of steel bodies on their experimental cars with American cars, highlighting issues of noise, maintenance, door fit, and rust. | ||
| View original record | x264a To C. From Hs. c. to Dg. Wor. c. to E. Ox. Hn. Hs.1/WJ.14.11.35. STEEL BODIES. Replying to C.17/C.13.11.35. in X 1021 The results of the steel body on the Bentley should be judged in connection… | ||
| scan0067 | Accumulated experience with steel bodies on American cars, including rust and ventilation systems. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs.1/WJ.14.11.35 Cont'd. Our accumulated experience on steel bodies on American cars covers approximately 100,000 miles running. The result of it is that I personally would never think of anything… | ||
| scan0068 | Discovered cracks in the pistons of a B. 56. BN. Bentley and subsequent repair actions. | ||
| View original record | x264a HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX, Indre. France. GWH/3/JAB. 15th November 1935. To. Hs/Rm. From. G.W.H. B. 56. BN. BENTLEY. Upon re-examining the Pistons this morning, we discovered that all the… | ||
| scan0069 | Repair of a B. 56. BN. BENTLEY crankcase and bearings in France. | ||
| View original record | HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. x204au GWH/2/JAB. 14th November 1935. To. Hs/Rm. From. G.W.H. B. 56. BN. BENTLEY. A.B. Roberts arrived at noon to-day with the replacements. We are taking… | ||
| scan0070 | Telegram reporting that a chalk test on Bentley pistons revealed cracks, requesting six replacement pistons be sent to Paris. | ||
| View original record | ROYCAR DERBY = ROBOTHAM CHALK TEST OF BENTLEY PISTONS BROUGHT UP CRACKS IN RING LANDS ALL PISTONS AND ONE SKIRT SEND SIX PISTONS TO PARIS = HANCOCK | ||
| scan0071 | Proposal to omit the propeller shaft damper on production cars, sent to G.W. Hancock. | ||
| View original record | x764a G.W. Hancock, Esq., Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. Hs/Rm.3/KW.18.11.35. On your big bore car you are running without a propellor shaft damper. Instead you have a spring damped… | ||
| scan0072 | Photograph showing damaged engine 'unfair' sheets after a 9,000-mile test run. | ||
| View original record | X2644 BENTLEY B65BH 18 NOV. 1935 PIECE MISSING BROKEN PATCHED UP BROKEN & PATCHED UP ENGINE UNFAIR SHEETS AFTER 9,000 MILES | ||
| scan0073 | Photograph showing broken engine undersheets after 9,000 miles of use. | ||
| View original record | BENTLEY B56BN , 18 NOV. 1935 BROKEN ENGINE UNDER SHEETS AFTER 9,000 MILES | ||
| scan0074 | Progress of bedding in Bentley bearings by hand in Paris. | ||
| View original record | x264a HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. GWH/3/JAB. 19th November 1935. TO. Hs/Rm. FROM. G.W.H. B. 56. BN. BENTLEY I went up to Paris this week-end to see how the Bentley bearings were… | ||
| scan0075 | Receipt of a crankcase and crank for a B. 56. BN. Bentley, and enclosing requested photographs of Phantom III bearings. | ||
| View original record | x264a To. Hs/Rm. From. G.W.H. HOTEL DE FRANCE, CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. GWH/L/JAB. 22nd November 1935. B. 56. BN. - BENTLEY. We have to-day received the Crankcase & Crank of the above Car from… | ||
| scan0076 | Status of clutch springs and transmission rattle on a B. 56. BN. Bentley. | ||
| View original record | HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. +Uka GWH/S/JAB. 23rd November 1935. To. Hs/Rm. From. G.W.H. B. 56. BN. BENTLEY. With reference to your memo Hs/Rm.3/KW.16.II.35. We have not had any sign… | ||
| scan0077 | Bentley B. 56. BN engine completion, its initial running-in, and a clutch slipping issue due to oil contamination. | ||
| View original record | x264a Rm To. Hs/Rm. From. G.W.H. HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX, Indre. France. GWH/3/JAB. 24th November 1935. B. 56. BN. - BENTLYE The Engine was completed this morning and the Car is ready for the… | ||
| scan0078 | The despatch of a standard Bentley radiator with a special matrix to France. | ||
| View original record | To RHC/AM. X264a Hs/Std.14/KW. 25.11.35. Will you please despatch to G.W. Hancock, Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France, the standard Bentley radiator (LOP.1224) fitted with special Marston… | ||
| scan0079 | Letter regarding the testing of a Bentley radiator with a 52 m.m. Marston Mark VI matrix. | ||
| View original record | X64a G.W. Hancock, Esq., Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. Hs/Std.15/KW.25.11.35. We are to-day sending you a Bentley radiator which is standard in every respect except that it has a 52… | ||
| scan0080 | The cure for a change speed lever and knob rattle on a B.56.BN Bentley. | ||
| View original record | HOTEL DE FRANCE, CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. Handwritten: X264a Handwritten: E c/o War Bq TOx Hd. To. Hs/Rm. From. G.W.H. GWH/3/JAB. 26th November 1935. B. 56. BN. BENTLEY. Although we are a bit late… | ||
| scan0081 | Blueprint detailing a modification to the change speed lever using rubber components to prevent rattling. | ||
| View original record | RUBBER BLOCK FITTED TO PRESS ONTO PLUNGER & LOCKING PIN LOCKING PIN RUBBER AS FITTED RUBBER BLOCK CHANGE SPEED LEVER RATTLES HERE RUBBER CAP IN COMPRESSION WHEN IN TOP & 3RD GEAR G.W.H. B 56 BN. | ||
| scan0082 | Update on the status of car B-56-BN in France. | ||
| View original record | S/W Rm To Hs/Rm. from Sg. re B-56-BN, in France. Sg1/E27.11.35 Can you please tell me when this car will start running again? My records show thatt the last report is dated as long ago as the 6th… | ||
| scan0083 | Short memo confirming that car B-56-BN is back on the road in France. | ||
| View original record | X264a To Sg. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm. 8/KW. 29.11.35. Re B-56-BN in France. Replying to Sg.1/E.27.11.35, you will see that Hancock has now got this car on the road again. Hs/Rm. | ||
| scan0084 | Letter to G.W. Hancock discussing vehicle reports, his return to Derby, and issues with an exhaust system and snout fouling. | ||
| View original record | Knola G.W. Hancock, Esq., Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. Hs/Rm.7/KW.29.11.35. Thank you for your reports. We do not quite know how you are situated with regard to English and Pattinson,… | ||
| scan0085 | Clutch tests for a B.56.BN Bentley at the Montlhéry Track and clarifying the propeller shaft is a standard part. | ||
| View original record | x Vol a HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. GWH/2/JAB. 1st December 1935. To. Hs/Rm. From. G.W.H. B. 56. BN. BENTLEY. I have received your memo Hs/Rm.7/KW/29.II.35. I had already arranged to… | ||
| scan0086 | Parts received from Franco Brittanic Autos Ltd. for testing in France on chassis B-56-BN. | ||
| View original record | To D/BP. from RHC/AM. C.c. O/Hte (Struck through) C.c. S/Hbs (Struck through) C.c. Rs/Pn. (Struck through) RHC/AM.7/LS.2.12.35. RE. TESTING IN FRANCE - CHASSIS B-56-BN. Will you please note we have… | ||
| scan0087 | Engine performance with 'commercial petrol' and a proposed new standard compression ratio. | ||
| View original record | S/W To Hs/Rm. from Sg. re B-56-BN. Sg6/E3.12.35 Standard Petrol I should rather like to have the opportunity of trying this car when Hancock brings it back from France. I have not apparently tried a… | ||
| scan0088 | Performance tests of a Bentley against various competitor cars including a Ford, Bugatti, and Lincoln. | ||
| View original record | PLEASE FILE X764a 4th December, 1935. B-56-BN. Tests in Paris with Sr. Sr. tried the Bentley yesterday against a 2-seater V-8 Ford, and both the top gear acceleration and also through the gears, the… | ||
| scan0089 | Road test report comparing a Bentley's performance against a Ford, another Bentley, and a Bugatti. | ||
| View original record | HOTEL SYLVA PERGOLÈSE Av. de la Grande-Armée – 3, RUE PERGOLÈSE – Près du Bois de Boulogne PARIS (XVIe) Téléphone : PASSY 38-12 – – 25-54 Registre du Commerce Seine No 483.913 x66a B.56.B.N. 4/12/35… | ||
| scan0090 | Comparative vehicle performance tests against competitors. | ||
| View original record | easily and on the gears it was quiet definitely left by the Bentley. During the afternoon the same tests were carried out against the latest 12 cyl Lincoln which put up no fight at all either on the… | ||
| scan0091 | Performance comparison tests of a Bentley against a Ford, another Bentley, a Bugatti, a Lincoln, and a Delage in Paris. | ||
| View original record | x264~ 4th December, 1935. B-56-BN. Tests in Paris with Sr. Sr. tried the Bentley yesterday against a 2-seater V-8 Ford, and both the top gear acceleration and also through the gears, the Bentley… | ||
| scan0092 | All-steel bodied Bentley, an order for 50 saloons, and a required inspection trip to France. | ||
| View original record | Hs/RM. at W. Hn17/MD/4.12.35. All Steel Bodied Bentley. Can you yet say when Mr. Ward of Messrs. Park Ward & Co., should go to France to try this car on the road, in accordance with the suggestion put… | ||
| scan0093 | Arrangements for a test drive of an All Steel Bodied Bentley currently in France. | ||
| View original record | X264a W/S - Hn. Hs/Rm.14/KW.5.12.35. B-56-BN. All Steel Bodied Bentley. Hn.17/MD/4.12.35. The Steel Bodied car running in France is shortly going to be withdrawn. It would be quite convenient for Mr.… | ||
| scan0094 | Cancelling a request for a custom rubber mounting for a Bentley petrol pump and instructing to fit a standard part. | ||
| View original record | X260 To RHC. Hs/Bwg.8/KW.5.12.35. Ref: Hs/Bwg.30/KW.4.12.35. In paragraph 2 of the above memo, we asked you to draw up and make a suitable rubber mounting for the Bentley petrol pump. Will you please… | ||
| scan0095 | Clarifying the term 'Commercial Petrol' and discussing a cylinder head change for engine B-56-BN. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. from Hs/Rm. X266a Hs/Rm.16/KW.6.12.35. B-56-BN. Replying to Sg.6/E.3.12.35. When Hancock refers to Commercial Petrol he means ordinary touring petrol such as No.1 Shell, as distinct from Ethyl… | ||
| scan0096 | Letter arranging a trial of a Steel Bodied Bentley in France before it is brought to England. | ||
| View original record | X764 00 Mr. A.B.Roberts, c/o. Franco-Britannic Autos Ltd., 12, Avenue George V, Paris (VIII), FRANCE. Copy to Sr. Hs/Rm:14/KW.6.12.35. Steel Bodied Bentley. Mr. Ward is coming over to try the Steel… | ||
| scan0097 | Lap times and performance data from test runs at the Montlhéry track. | ||
| View original record | HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre? GWH/ABR/5/JAB. 7th December 1935. To. G.W.H. From. A.B.R. On Friday a visit was made to Montlhéry. Weather conditions, wind slight & track damp. Air temperature… | ||
| scan0098 | Comparing the performance of a Bentley against a Delahaye and a Hotchkiss car. | ||
| View original record | HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. To. G.W.H. From. A.B.R. On Thursday morning we tried the Delahaye 3.3 Litres, Coupe des Alpes. This Car has 3 Carburetters and the complete Car weighs… | ||
| scan0099 | The general running condition of a Bentley car, model B.56.BN. | ||
| View original record | HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. To. G.W.H. From.A.B.R. B. 56. BN. - BENTLEY. The general running of the car has been good. ENGINE. Engine has remained free from periods, tappets quiet in… | ||
| scan0100 | Arranging for an all-steel bodied Bentley to be inspected by Park Ward upon its return from France. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Hs/Rm. Re- All-Steel Bodied Bentley. Cxl/KW9.12.35. Will you kindly arrange that on this car's return from France to Derby it should come first to Park Ward's on its way through, so that they may… | ||
| scan0101 | Requested modification to a car's compression ratio upon its return from France. | ||
| View original record | S/W To Hs/Rm. from Sg. B-56-BN. Sg11/E9.12.35 Thanks for Hs/Rm.16/KW.6.12.35. I should rather like to try this with the head giving the compression ratio that we are putting in production so perhaps… | ||
| scan0102 | Message to the R.A.C. representative in Boulogne regarding a general inspection at Park Wards. | ||
| View original record | X-266 a 10.12.35. A. ROBERTS, ROLLS-ROYCE REPRESENTATIVE, R.A.C., BOULOGNE, FRANCE. CALL IN AT PARK WARDS ON YOUR WAY TO DERBY TO ALLOW GENERAL INSPECTION OF BODY. ROBOTHAM, ROYCAR. | ||
| scan0103 | Internal communication arranging for an All Steel Bodied Bentley to be returned via Park Wards. | ||
| View original record | Xb6ca W/S - Cx. Hs/Rm.4/KW.10.12.35. All Steel Bodied Bentley. Cx.1/KW.9.12.35. We have wired Roberts at Boulogne to call in at Park Wards with the car on his way back. He should be there on… | ||
| scan0104 | Vehicle condition report detailing various faults and damages to the bodywork and components. | ||
| View original record | FILE x266a Hs/FD2/JH 17.12.35 B. 56. BN. Mudguards - Front (a) The piping between the dumb iron covers and front edge of the wing is loose.. (b) There is a crack ½" long at the wing to dash board… | ||
| scan0105 | Arranging to reduce the compression ratio on car B-56-BN. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. from Hs/Rm. c. to Cx. X766a Hs/Rm.1/KW.17.12.35. PER BAG. B-56-BN. Replying to Sg.11/E.9.12.35. We are arranging to reduce the compression ratio on B-56-BN when it returns to London. It should… | ||
| scan0106 | Inquiry about the delayed return of an All-steel Bodied Bentley to Park Ward. | ||
| View original record | Rm x266a Per Bag. S/W. Hs/Rm. All-steel Bodied Bentley. Cxl/KW17.12.35. It was arranged with you that this car should return to Park Ward yesterday (Monday), but on making enquiries this morning I am… | ||
| scan0107 | Pro-forma invoice for the return of a used chassis and wheels from a Paris concessionaire to Derby. | ||
| View original record | FRANCO-BRITANNIC AUTOS LTD. CONCESSIONNAIRES DE ROLLS-ROYCE, BENTLEY & C. PARIS-LEVALLOIS-PERRET BUREAUX ATELIERS DE RÉPARATION PIÈCES DE RECHANGE A LEVALLOIS-PERRET TÉLÉPHONE: WAGRAM 68-38 TÉLÉGR. :… | ||
| scan0108 | Delayed car test and subsequent arrangements for body removal. | ||
| View original record | Rm. x264a S/W To Hs/Rm. from Sg. re B-56-BN. Sg1/E20.12.35 Copy to Cx Referring to Hs/Rm.1/KW.17.12.35 we were going to try this car yesterday but could not do so owing to the weather. I am prevented… | ||
| scan0109 | The decision to purchase the All Steel body from an Experimental Bentley B.56.BN. | ||
| View original record | K.W. Send note today we want this body please Rm W Rm Rm Hnl/WL211235. Experimental Bentley - B.56.BN. The All Steel body of this car is the property of Park Ward & Co., and they now want to decide… | ||
| scan0110 | Note confirming an All-steel Bodied Bentley has been sent to Park Ward's to have the body removed. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Hs/Rm. Rm L 264u All-steel Bodied Bentley. CxIO/KW23.12.35. Just a note to inform you that this car went to Park Ward's first thing this morning to have the body removed, and RC has been… | ||
| scan0111 | Test report comparing the performance of L.B.1 and L.B.2 needles on a B-56-BN Bentley. | ||
| View original record | x264a To Hs/Rm. Hs/GWH.5/KW.24.12.35. B-56-BN Bentley. We were satisfied from our tests that the L.B.1 needle gave the most satisfactory results for acceleration, maximum speed, slow running. The… | ||
| scan0112 | Follow-up memo regarding the purchase of an 'all steel' body for the Experimental Bentley B.56.BN. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Hs/Rm. BAG Rm Hn1/WL30.12.35. Experimental Bentley B.56.BN. We should be glad to have a reply to our Hn1/WL21.12.35 wherein we enquired whether you still want the 'all steel'body of this car. We… | ||
| scan0113 | Letter to C.W. Ward of Park Ward & Co. Ltd. concerning getting bodywork back on chassis B-56-BN. | ||
| View original record | x 264 a Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.1/KW. 30th December, 1935. C.W. Ward, Esq., Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, LONDON, N.W.10. Dear Mr. Ward, Thank you very much for Park Ward's… | ||
| scan0114 | Parts for production and testing on the Big Bore Bentley & 6-B-IV model. | ||
| View original record | X 26a To Sg. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm.S/KW.30.12.35. Big Bore Bentley & 6-B-IV. mx200 Replying to Sg.6/E.18.12.35, referring to Hs/Rm.4/KW.14.12.35. The parts mentioned on page 2 which will go into… | ||
| scan0115 | Requesting the body of the Experimental Bentley B-56-BN be sent to the Works. | ||
| View original record | x264 a W/S - Hn. Hs/Rm.11/KW.30.12.35. Experimental Bentley B-56-BN. Replying to Hn.1/WL.21.12.35, we should like the body of B-56-BN at the Works, and shall be glad if you will arrange accordingly.… | ||
| scan0116 | Brief internal memo regarding the decision to keep a Bentley Steel Body. | ||
| View original record | W/S - Hn. x264a Hs/Rm.16/KW.31.12.35. Bentley Steel Body. I rang Cx. up about this, and anticipate he has told you we should like to keep this body. Hs/Rm. | ||
| scan0117 | Inspection instructions for car B-56-BN after a preliminary test with a big bore engine. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. Hs/Rm.10/KW.3.1.36. B-56-BN. This car ran a preliminary test with a big bore engine. Will you please carry out the following inspection of it :- (1) Axle. (2) Propellor Shaft. (3) Gearbox. We… | ||
| scan0118 | Fitting of new pistons, bearings, springs, and a roll rod to a chassis. | ||
| View original record | -2- (2) New set of pistons, to be obtained from the supply delivered for the 3½" bore engine on production. (3) Solid Hall's metal bearings throughout. With regard to new parts for the chassis, will… | ||
| scan0119 | Requesting the removal of the shell and shutters from radiator B.56.BN. | ||
| View original record | x264a To RHC. Hs/Std.1/JH. 6.1.36. Radiator off B.56.BN. Will you please remove the shell and radiator shutters from the radiator which has just been removed from B-56-BN, and hand the matrix and top… | ||
| scan0120 | Cover note for a strip report on the condition of vehicle 56-BN after 10,000 miles trials. | ||
| View original record | X264a To: from RHC. C.c. DR. C.c. EV. C.c. W.Hay. C.c. Hs/Rm. RHC.8/ETM5.2.36. 56-BN Attached herewith Strip Report on condition of 56-BN after 10,000 miles trials. RHC. | ||
| scan0121 | Strip condition report of a 56-BH unit after 10,000 miles trials. | ||
| View original record | RHC.1/ETM31.1.36. STRIP CONDITION OF 56-BH AFTER 10,000 MILES TRIALS. B-18 UNIT (LARGE BORE) Crankcase & Bearings. Crankcase top half - condition good Crankcase lower half - " " Main Bearings replaced… | ||
| scan0122 | Condition report on various vehicle components including the flywheel, clutch, and chassis. | ||
| View original record | Flywheel & Clutch. General condition good except for slight damage to engaging ends of starter teeth. CHASSIS. Frames & Fittings. During the course of tests in France the near side rear spring anchor… | ||
| scan0123 | Inspection report detailing the condition of various vehicle components and assemblies. | ||
| View original record | Oil Pipes & Fittings. Junction on O.S. front spring clip broken at foot. Undersheets. Both engine side guards cracked at louvered section. Front Shock Dampers. Wearing Pads F.59290 (S/AL) slightly… | ||
| scan0124 | Inspection report on the condition of front brakes, transmission, and gearbox components. | ||
| View original record | (4) Front Brakes - cont. Pivots GB.1882/3 Pivot Pins GB.1465 Roller Bearings for Pivot Pins} Condition good Cross Steering Tube. General condition good. TRANSMISSION. Gear Box Y-3-BD. Gear Box &… | ||
| scan0125 | Inspection report detailing the condition and wear of various vehicle components. | ||
| View original record | Constant Mesh Gears, backlash - .005 2 nd Speed Gears, actual backlash - .003 3rd. " " - .004 The excessive backlash in 2nd & 3rd Speeds is partly due to the wear on the flanged bushes of 2nd & 3rd… | ||
| scan0126 | Inspection report detailing wear, scoring, and condition of various axle and brake components. | ||
| View original record | were rejected on account of indifferent bedding which could not be corrected by lapping and for excessive backlash which gave rise to gear rattle at certain speeds. This axle was not examined when the… | ||
| scan0127 | Blueprint detailing how to open out holes for a rear spring shackle to remove elongated holes. | ||
| View original record | 56BN 22-1-36 HOLES FOR REAR SPRING SHACKLE OPENED OUT TO REMOVE ELONGATED HOLES .375 DIA .531 DIA .500 DIA .650 DIA NEAR SIDE CHANNEL FB 1490 ROLLS-ROYCE, LTD PRINT ROOM JAN 31 1936 DERBY. | ||
| scan0128 | The condition of rear axle gears after a 10,000-mile test in France. | ||
| View original record | BENTLEY 56 BN REAR AXLE Y4BE-56 11-43 RATIO 24-1-36 CONDITION OF REAR AXLE GEARS AFTER 10,000 MILES TEST IN FRANCE ACTUAL MILEAGE = 15000 REVERSE SIDE OF TOOTH No BEDDING OBTAINED HERE FORWARD SIDE OF… | ||
| scan0129 | Diagram showing the condition of a front axle after tests in France. | ||
| View original record | CHASSIS 56 BN 17-1-36 NEAR SIDE AXLE SLIGHTLY BOWED. WITH AXLE ON LINING UP TACKLE IT IS POSSIBLE TO INSERT A .003 FEELER HERE OFF SIDE THIS PIVOT END SET UP .050 THIS END OK FRONT OF CAR THIS PIVOT… | ||
| scan0130 | Cylinder bore dimension measurements after a 10,000-mile road test. | ||
| View original record | -Unit No B.18- -CYLINDER BORE DIMENSIONS.- CYLINDER BLOCK: EX.18393 - 1/c. *AFTER 10,000 MILES ROAD TEST DRAWING SIZE OF BORE = 3.005+.1. TABLE OF MEASUREMENTS: Headers: CYL.S, WHEN MEASURED, CROWN… | ||
| scan0131 | List of modifications to be made to Bentley chassis B-56-BN before being sent to France. | ||
| View original record | x264a To RHC. Hs/Gry.4/KW.17.2.36. B-56-BN. This car is going to France as soon as possible, to represent exactly the present production large bore Bentley. Will you therefore please effect the… | ||
| scan0132 | The fitting of Bentley jack pads and a modified jack head to vehicle B-56-BN before a 10,000-mile test. | ||
| View original record | To RHC, X76ka Hs/Bwg.8/JH.24.2.36. B-56-BN. With reference to Hs/Bwg.5/JH.13.2.36. in which we called for Bentley jack pads to LeC.4973 and N.Sch.4982. Will you please instruct for these to be fitted… | ||
| scan0133 | Proposing to test an exhaust system on car B-56-BN due to an accident with the original test car. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. x-649 Hs/Wym.12/KW.27.2.36. B-56-BN Exhaust System. Owing to the unfortunate accident to 4-B-IV car we shall not be able to test the "Aluminized" exhaust fittings made up for this car for some… | ||
| scan0134 | Modifications to car B-56-BN for its 15,000-mile test, focusing on brake, exhaust, and piston upgrades. | ||
| View original record | x 764a To RHC. Hs/Rm.8/KW.5.3.36. B-56-BN. 15,000 Miles Car. In view of the disaster with Lappin's car, it has been agreed that we must fit the known modifications to this car to reduce the tendency… | ||
| scan0135 | The puncturing of Bentley petrol tanks by stones and a successful protective modification. | ||
| View original record | 12649 To E. c. to Da. c. to Hdy. Hs/GWH.14/JH.5.3.36. Bentley Petrol Tank. With the increased speed of the Bentley, the petrol tank is considerably more subject to being punctured on the leading… | ||
| scan0136 | List of five maintenance tasks to be performed on car B-56-BN. | ||
| View original record | X 264a To RHC. c. to RHC/HPS. Hs/GWH.15/KW.5.3.36. B-56-BN. Will you please attend to the following while the car is in the shop :- (1) Petrol pipe union nut on pump cracked. (2) Starting handle to be… | ||
| scan0137 | Delay in receiving drawings for Jack Pads and the resulting difficulty in preparing a Bentley for its 10,000-mile test. | ||
| View original record | X7649 To E. c. to Sg. c. to Wor. c. to By. Jack Pads - B-56-BN. LeC.4982 & LeC.4973. It will be remembered that at the Conference it was stated that we had had the drawings for these parts for a week,… | ||
| scan0138 | Car testing issues including steering, cooling, engine starting, and axle specifications. | ||
| View original record | W/LH. - G.W.H. x264a Hs/Rm.15/KW.12.3.36. in x500a (6) Many thanks for your note GWH.2/L/11.3.36. I am sorry the accommodation is not all you could desire, and in consequence I have written to JLE. as… | ||
| scan0139 | Disappointing oil consumption in a Bentley and its potential causes. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Rm.15/KW.12.3.36. The oil consumption on the Bentley is very disappointing. We anticipate, however, that it will improve with running. I have been wondering whether the increased clearance… | ||
| scan0140 | Solutions for vapour lock, alarming oil consumption, and piston ring modifications. | ||
| View original record | X 264a W/LH. - G.W.H. HS/Rm.8/KW.13.3.36. I was interested to note that the vapour lock is due to percolation as I suspected. Will you try and find out what you have to do with the carburetter float… | ||
| scan0141 | Hancock's dissatisfaction with the working arrangements at Lillie Hall. | ||
| View original record | x266a W/LH. - JLE. Hs/Rm.9/KW.14.3.36. Hancock has expressed dissatisfaction with the arrangements at Lillie Hall because he has not got a pit where he can work. We know this matter is probably out of… | ||
| scan0142 | Performance issues including radiator shutters, water loss, oil consumption and oil pressures on test vehicles. | ||
| View original record | x 264a W/LH. - GWH. Hs/Rm.7/KW.14.3.36. Thank you for your Daily Reports and note. We note your remarks re radiator shutters and loss of water. We put the spring in the radiator shutters because it… | ||
| scan0143 | Disadvantages of conducting 15,000-mile tests in England. | ||
| View original record | X-264a W/S - Cx. c. to GWH. Hs/Rm.8/KW.14.3.36. 15,000 miles Tests in England. We want the 15,000 miles tests in England to be treated in the same way as the 15,000 miles tests in France. The… | ||
| scan0144 | Procedure for dispatching reports and an investigation into faulty Tone Horns. | ||
| View original record | x264a Lillie Hall to W. GWH1/L/19.3.36. Hs/Rm. Will you please inform those responsible for the despatch of reports, to enclose them in an envelope. The literature is being read by all before they… | ||
| scan0145 | List of modifications to be carried out on car B-56-BN prior to it going to France. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. <2644 Hs/Gry.5/KW.20.3.36. B-56-BN. While this car is in the shop prior to going to France, will you please carry out the following modifications :- (1) New rear axle gears in which the inner… | ||
| scan0146 | Performance test results for car B 56 BN at Brooklands Track, including lap times, speeds, and engine settings. | ||
| View original record | X7642 Lillie Hall to W. HS/Rm. GWH2/L/20.3.36. B 56 BN. We ran the car on the Brooklands Track yesterday. The following are the results obtained using Shell No. 1 petrol. 1/2 mile 20 secs. = 90 m.p.h.… | ||
| scan0147 | Requesting modifications to the exhaust system and clutch for chassis B-56-BN. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. c.c. to G.W.H. x26ka Hs/Rm.1/KW.24.3.36. B-56-BN. In addition to the work specified in Hs/Gry.5/KW.20.3.36, will you please carry out the following modifications :- (1) Replace defective… | ||
| scan0148 | Axle failure on chassis B-56-BN, detailing the cause and required replacement parts. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. from Hs/GWH. c. to Wor. c. to H. c. to By. X764a Hs/GWH.1/RW.27.3.36. B-56-BN - Axle Failure. The axle became noisy after 5,500 miles. Upon investigation it was found that the two end plates of… | ||
| scan0149 | Poor performance of the standard 3-pin brake servo on chassis B-56-BN. | ||
| View original record | x264 a Mr. Hamilton, Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. c.c. to GWH. Hs/AFM.2/KW.1.4.36. Brakes on B-56-BN. We have made enquiries about the servo on this car. It is a standard 3-pin servo… | ||
| scan0150 | Urgent request for a complete report on Bentley Jack Pads. | ||
| View original record | x264a 3.4.36. HANCOCK, FULHAM 6678, LONDON. COMPLETE REPORT ON BENTLEY JACK PADS URGENTLY REQUIRED. ROBOTHAM. | ||
| scan0151 | To G.W. Hancock requesting clarification on vehicle fault reports concerning horns, water loss, and steering. | ||
| View original record | x264a W/LH - G.W. Hancock. Hs.6/KW.3.4.36. We find difficulty in getting sufficient information out of your reports to enable us to investigate the troubles. Report on 22-G-V - 28/29.3.36. Electrical… | ||
| scan0152 | Issues and proposed improvements for Bentley Jack Pads. | ||
| View original record | To R. Sg. Wot. By. Hs. x266 a QRY GWH1/L/3.4.36. B 56 BN. Bentley Jack Pads. -------------------- The jack pads fitted to the road springs are a better proposition than having to fit the jack under… | ||
| scan0153 | Issue with heavy steering during cornering for chassis B 56 BN. | ||
| View original record | X264a F.J.H. Row Leslie Hall to W. GWH2/L/4.4.36. Hs. B 56 BN. Steering Too Heavy For Cornering. - - - - - - - - - - - We have done everything we know to cure this. There is no toe in on this car,… | ||
| scan0154 | To G.W. Hancock regarding vehicle testing plans in France for the 20/25, Bentley and Phantom III models. | ||
| View original record | x264a G.W. Hancock Esq., Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, FRANCE. Hs/Rm.22/KW.7.4.36. Attached is copy of a note we have sent to Waller at Lillie Hall. By Easter the 20/25 will have completed… | ||
| scan0155 | Reporting a two-day delay in a 15,000-mile Bentley test due to a damaged front axle during a skid. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. c. to Wor. c. to E. c. to By. c. to Mx. x 264 a Hs/Rm.12/KW.16.4.36. 15,000 miles test on the Bentley. The Bentley has been held up for two days owing to the front axle having been damaged in a… | ||
| scan0156 | Request for replacement brake shoe operating toggles and pull-off springs for a B. 56. BN. Bentley. | ||
| View original record | [HACKTHORNLEA - crossed out] x264 a ( G.W.H. is absent ) HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. Hs/Rm. GWH/HFH/2/JAB. 12th April 1936 B. 56. BN. BENTLEY. The Offside Front brake shoe operating… | ||
| scan0157 | Examination report on a B. 56. BN. Bentley, detailing issues with brake judder, a faulty stop light, and the engine running rich. | ||
| View original record | x264a ( GWH is absent ) HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. GWH/HFH/I/JAB. 13th April 1936. To. Hs/Rm. B. 56. BN. - BENTLEY. The car was held up on Sunday for examination. The following… | ||
| scan0158 | Accident involving a B.56.BN Bentley due to road conditions and smooth tyres. | ||
| View original record | x264a D/L ( G.W.H. is absent ) HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. GWH/HFH/2/JAB. 15th April 1936 To. Hs/Rm. c to. G.W.H. B. 56. BN. - BENTLEY. On the I4th inst., the car went out as usual.… | ||
| scan0159 | Receiving and fitting a replacement axle shaft, steering tube, and springs to a Bentley B. 56. BN. in France. | ||
| View original record | <264a ( G.W.H. is absent ) HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX, Indre. France. 16th April 1936 GWH/HFH/2/JAB. To. Hs/Rm. c to G.W.H. B. 56. BN. - BENTLEY. One Axle shaft, a Cross Steering tube, and a pair of… | ||
| scan0160 | Travel note confirming arrival details for Hamilton in Chateauroux, France. | ||
| View original record | x-264a 17.4.36. HAMILTON, HOTEL DE FRANCE, CHATEAUROUX, INDRE, FRANCE. ARRIVE CHATEAUROUX SATURDAY NIGHT. HANCOCK. | ||
| scan0161 | Road test report on a Bentley B. 56. BN. detailing a steering wander issue above 40 MPH. | ||
| View original record | K264a ( G.W.H. is absent ) HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. 18th April 1936. GWH/HFH/4/JAB. To. Hs/Rm. B. 56. BN. - BENTLEY We completed the car yesterday and gave it a careful test on the… | ||
| scan0162 | Steering and axle damage to a B. 56. BN. Bentley, arranging for its examination in Paris. | ||
| View original record | X266a HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. GWH/3/JAB. 19th April 1936. To. Hs. From. G.W.H. B. 56. BN. BENTLEY. The car had been built up and ran a day's mileage, upon my arrival. The report… | ||
| scan0163 | Examination of an experimental Bentley car's frame at Chateauroux and the corresponding blueprints. | ||
| View original record | To Bentley Motors Ltd. To Derby...........Hs/Rm. x 2662 Rm Levallois Sr/VA4/GM.20.4.36 re: Bentley Experimental car at Chateauroux ----------------------------------- GWH. telephoned to us this… | ||
| scan0164 | Letter to G.W. Hancock in France regarding a Bentley's exhaust valve failure and clutch 'jaggering' issues. | ||
| View original record | 47640 To G.W. Hancock, Esq., Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. Hs/Rm.7/KW.20.4.36. We are going to let 22-G-V do one day's running here before it goes to France, in order to see there is… | ||
| scan0165 | High oil temperature of 110°C, potential bearing issues, and delayed radiator tests on a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Rm.7/KW.20.4.36. We were startled to see an oil temperature of 110°C. This is the first indication we have had of high oil temperatures, and should like to know whether it was an exceptional… | ||
| scan0166 | Vehicle inspection report detailing faults found on a B. 56. BN. Bentley, including a cracked cross member and carburetor issues. | ||
| View original record | x264a HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. To. Hs/Rm. From. G.W.H. GWH/I/JAB. 21st April 1936. B. 56. BN. - BENTLEY. We have examined the front of the car and found that the front dropped… | ||
| scan0167 | Cracked dropped cross member on a B. 56. BN Bentley. | ||
| View original record | x 264 a 25 RUE GIDE LEVALLOIS-PERRET Seine GWH/I/JAB 22nd April 1936 To. Hs/Rm. From. G.W.H. B. 56. BN. - BENTLEY The Front Wings, Radiator etc., have been dismantled and up to the present we have not… | ||
| scan0168 | Letter to a customer requesting feedback on the easy jacking system for car B-56-BN. | ||
| View original record | C.W. Hancock, Esq., Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, FRANCE. X 264 a Hs/Gry.10/KW.23.4.36. Easy Jacking System on B-56-BN. Obviously we cannot standardise the system you have on your car, and… | ||
| scan0169 | Vehicle faults including frame cracking, valve stretching, and clutch issues. | ||
| View original record | x264a Copy to ARM AH Smith SFO 25 RUE GIDE LEVALLOIS-PERRET. Seine. GWH/L/JAB. 23rd April 1936 To. Hs/Rm. From. G.W.H. I received word today that 22.G.V. was crossing over. I intended to meet it, but… | ||
| scan0170 | To G.W. Hancock regarding testing and adjustments for car 22-G-V on its clutch, slow running, and carburetter settings. | ||
| View original record | X 264a G.W. Hancock, Esq., Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. Hs/Rm.11/KW.23.4.36. 22-G-V left for France yesterday, the 22nd inst. The main points in connection with this car are as follows… | ||
| scan0171 | Engine improvements related to cylinder head circulation, the thermostat, and carburation settings. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Rm.11/KW.23.4.36. (5) The other point is that now we have improved the circulation of the cylinder head, can we put the spring back in the thermostat and so get a radiator temperature which… | ||
| scan0172 | Blueprint diagram illustrating cracks on a mechanical component. | ||
| View original record | [ "ROLLS-ROYCE, LTD", "PRINT ROOM", "6 MAY 1936", "DERBY", "B.56. BN", "CRACKED", "WELDING OF END PLATE ALSO CRACKED", "CRACKED", "23. 4. 36." ], | ||
| scan0173 | Hand-drawn sketch of a component with annotations indicating cracks and crooked welding. | ||
| View original record | E. C to Wor By, D.A. X264a 23/4/36 B 56 BN crooked cracked welding of one plate also crooked | ||
| scan0174 | Despatching a 20/25 governor control unit to Chateauroux, France for testing on car B-56-BN. | ||
| View original record | x264a To G. W. Hancock Esq., Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. HS/Std.20/JH.24.4.36. We have despatched to Chateauroux, one 20/25 one govenor control unit valve body and copper piping etc.… | ||
| scan0175 | Dismantling a B. 56. BN Bentley engine due to severe thudding and bearing issues. | ||
| View original record | HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. GWH/5/JAB. 25th April 1936 To. Hs/Rm. From. G.W.H. B. 56. BN. - BENTLEY. We have dismantled the engine to examine the bearings and pistons. The engine was… | ||
| scan0176 | Sketch and handwritten notes discussing a con rod bearing clearance issue causing low oil pressure. | ||
| View original record | B 5613 N. Con rod bearing in this position is not masked and clearance between cap bearing and crank journal can be seen. This gives a perfectly free outlet of oil and this in conjunction with slack… | ||
| scan0177 | Engine rebuild, clutch examination, and a noted issue with a connecting rod bearing on a Bentley B.56.BN. | ||
| View original record | HOTEL DE FRANCE, CHATEAUROUX, Indre. France. To. Hs/Rm. From. G.W.H. B. 56. BN. BENTLEY We have rebuilt the engine. At the moment we are dismantling the gear box to examine the Clutch. The… | ||
| scan0178 | Requesting urgent dispatch of replacement parts for vehicles damaged during a 15,000-mile test in France. | ||
| View original record | x764a To RHC. Hs/Rm.2/KW.27.4.36. 15,000 Miles Test in France. There has been an accident to 22-G-V and the front axle is bent. Will you please despatch as quickly as possible another 20/25 HP. front… | ||
| scan0179 | Clutch oil leak, damper unit, and carburation issues for a B. 56. BN. Bentley. | ||
| View original record | Gry YC INTA FB Hs. X264a HOTEL DE FRANCE CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. To. Hs/Rm. From. G.W.H. B. 56. BN. BENTLEY. CLUTCH The dismantling of the Clutch has given us proof of the increased jaggers. Oil… | ||
| scan0180 | Issues with float pulsation, pump valve materials, and ignition plugs. | ||
| View original record | ( 2 ) We find that the floats are agitated by the pulsations and a gradual flooding takes place, which upsets the slow running. There are no pumps free from this fault, the best,pulsates approximately… | ||
| scan0181 | Telegram received concerning an axle for a Bentley, and a delay caused by carburetter flooding. | ||
| View original record | X264a HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. GWH/4/JAB. 28th April 1936 To. Hs/Rm. From. G.W.H. B. 56. BN. BENTLEY. We have received your telegram " AXLE LEAVES BY PLANE THIS AFTERNOON ROBOTHAM… | ||
| scan0182 | Telegram received by telephone regarding a broken conrod big-end bearing on a Bentley, requesting a new part. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. XZ6KA RECEIVED RR. 144A. (12 BKS.) (45656-10-5-33) 3/9720/2. Time Received: 2.3 Date: 29.4.36 To: Bognor 17 wrds By: JS from: Chateuroux Open 232 Hives… | ||
| scan0183 | Short typed communication, likely a telegram, regarding a Bentley part issue. | ||
| View original record | X264a 29.4.36. HANCOCK, HOTEL DE FRANCE, CHATEAUROUX, INDRE, FRANCE. IS PETROL FILLER O.K. ON BENTLEY SYLPHON TUBE OUGHT TO CRACK. ROBOTHAM, ROYCAR. | ||
| scan0184 | Confirmation of a telegram regarding the status of a Bentley Sylphon tube. | ||
| View original record | x7649 CONFIRMATION OF TELEGRAM despatched on 29/4/36 ROYCAR DERBY ROBOTHAM BENTLEY SYLPHON TUBE OK NO SIGN OF CRACKS. G.W. Hancock. Hotel De France, Chateauroux; | ||
| scan0185 | Technical query regarding a Bentley clutch jagger, requesting clearance measurement on part B-56-BN and inspection of the oil flinger. | ||
| View original record | X264a G.W. Hancock Esq., Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. Hs/Smth.10/KW.29.4.36. Bentley - Clutch Jagger. It is possible that the driven plate is too tight on the splines, causing it to… | ||
| scan0186 | The failure of a No. 5 Connecting Rod Bearing in a B. 56. BN. Bentley. | ||
| View original record | Gryce, x264n HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. GWH/6/JAB. 29th April 1936 To. Hs/Rm. From. G.W.H. B. 56. BN. Bentley The car resumed running this morning and had covered 50 miles when N° 5… | ||
| scan0187 | Telegram confirming the condition of a Bentley Sylphon tube. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten Ref: X264a Handwritten Charge Info: PM 5 41 Time of Receipt Stamp: TS Office Stamp: 0237 DERBY 29 AP 38 Origin/Time/Date Info: 374 1650 29 CHATEAUROUX 12 Recipient Address: ROYCAR DERBY… | ||
| scan0188 | Instructions for conducting cooling system tests on vehicle B-56-BN and a blow-off valve test on 22-G-V. | ||
| View original record | G.W. Hancock, Esq., Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. x264 k Hs/Std.8/KW.30.4.36. In conjunction with the cooling tests which you are going to carry out for us on B-56-BN, we wish to… | ||
| scan0189 | Investigation into the cause of oily clutch jaggers in Bentley and 25/30 HP models. | ||
| View original record | x264a To E. c. to SG. c. to Nor. c. to By. c. to Mx. Hs/Smth.9/KW.1.5.36. Bentley and 25/30 HP. Clutches. G.W.H. has been investigating the cause of the clutch jaggers in B-56-BN, and has found the… | ||
| scan0190 | Ongoing repairs and observations on a Bentley, including issues with the clutch, jack, and engine components. | ||
| View original record | HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. To. Hs/Rm. From. C.W.H. We received the front axle for 22.C.V. on Wednesday afternoon. This has been fitted and the car resumed running yesterday. It is… | ||
| scan0191 | Letter responding to an oil leakage issue in the clutch casing, suggesting a modification to the lubrication system. | ||
| View original record | x264 a G.W. Hancock Esq., Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. Hs/Smth.3/KW.1.5.36. B-56-BN. Re GWH.3/JAB.27.4.36. From experience we have had on one or two units here we are inclined to think… | ||
| scan0192 | Letter regarding the dispatch of 6 strengthened exhaust valves for trial on a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | + V64a G.W Hancock, Esq., Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. Hs/Zwd1.9/JH.1.5.36. We are sending 6 exhaust valves EB.2820 by Air Mail for trial in B-56-BN. These valves are of the… | ||
| scan0193 | Oil leak from main bearings and the fitting of new con-rods to a B. 56. BN. Bentley engine. | ||
| View original record | X264a HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. To. Hs/Rm. From. G.W.H. GWH/7/JAB. 2nd May 1936 B. 56. BN. BENTLEY. We have fitted the six new Con-rods to the engine. Our oil test shows a large… | ||
| scan0194 | Oil pressure loss at speed and proposed solutions including a larger oil pump and two-stage relief valve. | ||
| View original record | G.W. Hancock, Esq., Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, FRANCE. X26 a After a burst of speed on the Bentley and the 20/25, are you getting any oil going to the timing gears and valve gear ? We should… | ||
| scan0195 | Request for the maximum oil temperature of a car's back axle (B-56-BN) to investigate high temperatures on Hall's racer. | ||
| View original record | x264a G.W. Hancock, Esq., Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. Hs/Gry.27/KW.5.5.36. B-56-BN. If you have the necessary tackle at Chateauroux will you send us a figure for the maximum oil… | ||
| scan0196 | The availability of specific rear axle oils in France. | ||
| View original record | X264a G.W. Hancock, Esq., Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, France. Hs/Gry.21/KW.8.5.36. Rear Axle Oil. Thank you for your memo. about the position as regards obtaining Mobiloil E.P. in France.… | ||
| scan0197 | Road test and climb of Mt. Ventoux, comparing performance and temperatures of a 25 HP car and a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | x264a To Hs/Rm. 8th May, 1936. We met M. Monestier Sr's. Agent at Lyons on Friday morning as arranged, then left for our run down to Orange and the Bedoin arriving at the latter just after lunch. M.… | ||
| scan0198 | Test report on a Bentley vehicle detailing temperature figures and observed issues with pre-ignition and brake jagger. | ||
| View original record | -2- 8th May, 1936. and starting perfect. The following are the Bentley figures. B-56-BN every mile, time 24 mins. Water Oil Air. 76°C 86°C 24°C. 78 88 24 78 88 23 81 90 23 82 90 19 83 90 17 83 95 16… | ||
| scan0199 | The standardisation of an outside petrol filler for a Bentley and issues with brass bellows and petrol hose guns. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. Copy to Hs/Swindell. Hs/GWH. Da. E/Ev.5/MN.8.5.36. GRY see me Bentley. Outside Petrol Filler. It is urgently desired that the outside petrol filler on the side of the Bentley should be… | ||
| scan0200 | Requesting a report on the feasibility and design of outside petrol fillers for Bentley and Phantom III models, particularly regarding their use in France. | ||
| View original record | G.W. Hancock, Esq., Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, FRANCE. X264a Hs/Gry.7/KW.9.5.36. Outside Petrol Fillers. Hs. is very anxious that we shall issue a report on the position of outside petrol… | ||
| scan0201 | Vehicle testing on Mt. Ventoux, detailing challenges due to weather and performance observations. | ||
| View original record | x264 a COPY. To Hs/Rm. Bedoin. May 10th,1936. C22-G-V. The weather conditions are against any tests for water temperature on Mt. Vertoux. We have tried slow climbs, max. torque, fully laden, gears,… | ||
| scan0202 | Performance test log recording time, distance, altitude, and various temperatures during a vehicle test. | ||
| View original record | 22-G-V. Time Distance Altitude Water Oil Under Bonnet Air. 1025 Ft. 80°C. 72°C 52°C 18°C. 2¼ mins. 1 mile 1,150 ft. 75°C. 72°C. 48°C. 18°C. 5 2 1,400 78 70 49 17 6 3 1,700 77 70 47 16 8¼ 4 2,000 78 70… | ||
| scan0203 | Engine misfiring issues with Shell petrol and a rear axle growl during road tests. | ||
| View original record | -3- This is with Shell petrol, which detonates very badly. No other petrol obtainable here. We can quite believe that in another month's time this test would be quite different, but the gradient is… | ||
| scan0204 | Severe front wheel braking issue, detailing the damage found, component wear, and design flaws. | ||
| View original record | -4- B-56-BN. A very bad front wheel jagger occurred whilst braking coming down the mountain. It was enough the break the front of the car. The effect was to release the adjustment on the o.s. brake 5… | ||
| scan0205 | Design modification to strengthen the headlamp stiffening crossmember following a failure on chassis B-56-BN. | ||
| View original record | Hs. c. By RHO. Da. GRY x264a E/Lid.2/HP.11.5.36. re Broken Crossmember on B-56-BN. We have issued a design modification to strengthen up the head lamp stiffening crossmember at the point where failure… | ||
| scan0206 | Reporting on a noisy rear axle on car 22-G-V and a brake issue on car B-56-BN. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. X-2649 Chateauroux, May 11th. We arrived back here to-night. 22-G-V rear axle has become very noisy, starts at 20 m.p.h. and continues up to 50 m.p.h. Evidently the teeth have started to pick… | ||
| scan0207 | Requesting the production of three modified Bentley Head Lamp Bracket Crossmembers due to recent failures. | ||
| View original record | x264a TO H.C. Bentley Head Lamp Bracket Crossmember. In view of the 3 failures in France of the forgings of this crossmember, will you please produce 3 crossmembers having the modified machining for… | ||
| scan0208 | Front brake jagger issues and the discovery of bent components on a Bentley vehicle. | ||
| View original record | X264a HOTEL DE FRANCE, CHATEAUROUX, Indre. France. 12th May 1936. GWH/5/JAB. To. Hs. From. G.W.H. B.56.BN. - BENTLEY. Front brake jaggers were again experienced during the run from Lyons to… | ||
| scan0209 | Bentley outside petrol filler issues, including pump nozzle incompatibility in France and an inspection of the connecting brass bellows. | ||
| View original record | X264a HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. 12th May 1936. GWH/4/JAB. From G.W.H. c to.Hs. BENTLEY. Outside Petrol Filler. I have been waiting for the men to get as many particulars of pumps… | ||
| scan0210 | Blueprint comparing two different types of nozzles, from Gex Laster and Guilbert & Barkers. | ||
| View original record | GEX LASTER NOZZLE 1 1/4" APPROX GUILBERT & BARKERS NOZZLE HOOK FOR HANGING PIPE UP THIS IS ALRIGHT PUT IN SIDEWAYS. ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. PRINT ROOM. 14 MAY 1936 DERBY G.W.N. | ||
| scan0211 | Pencil sketches of various lever and pin components with handwritten annotations. | ||
| View original record | GB 1255/6 Stop lever ball pin bent downwards in new Swivelled in neck downwards plain pin bent | ||
| scan0212 | Listing parts replaced and fitted to a Bentley B.56.BN after a skid. | ||
| View original record | x264a HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX, Indre. France. 13th May 1936. GWH/2/JAB. To. Hs. From. G.W.H. B.56.BN. - BENTLEY. The following parts were replaced & fitted on the above car after the skid which… | ||
| scan0213 | Telegram received by telephone concerning a broken bigend on Bentley number two and awaiting instructions. | ||
| View original record | RR. 144A. (12 BKS.) (45656-10-5-33) 3/9720/2. ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE MD RECEIVED MAY 18 1936 Time Received: 2.5 Date: 18/5/36 To: Racecar By: YS from: 12.30 Chateauroux… | ||
| scan0214 | Telegram giving instructions to repair a Bentley and arrange a meeting. | ||
| View original record | X264a 18.5.36. DODD, HOTEL DE FRANCE, CHATEAUROUX, INDRE, FRANCE. INSTRUCT HAMILTON TO FIT SPARE CON ROD ON BENTLEY. HAVE CAR READY FOR MY RETURN. STOP DODD MEET ME BOULOGNE TUESDAY NIGHT SEVEN… | ||
| scan0215 | Engine damage found in a Bentley B. 56. BN, specifically a failed No. 2 big end bearing. | ||
| View original record | GRY.+c x-264 a HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX, Indre. France. GWH/HFH/2/JAB. 18th May 1936 To. Hs/Rm. From. G.W.H/HFH. B. 56. BN. - BENTLEY. Confirming our telegram of date. In order to carry out minor… | ||
| scan0216 | Recurring big end bearing failure during a 15,000-mile test of car B-56-BN. | ||
| View original record | X264a To Sg, from Rm. c.c. to Wor. c.c. to L. c.c. to Ry. 15,000 miles Test - B-56-BN. We have had a telegram from Chateauroux to say that another big end bearing has failed. It will be remembered… | ||
| scan0217 | List of four main features required for engine improvement. | ||
| View original record | -2- The main features which we think are required are :- (1) Improved oil filtration. (2) Larger oil pump. (3) Improved relief valve system. (4) Improved oil control by altered ring design. All these… | ||
| scan0218 | 4¼-litre Bentley test that has exceeded its planned mileage. | ||
| View original record | S/W To Hs/Rm.from Sg. re 4¼-litre Bentley Test. Sg3/E19.5.36 I see from the report dated the 15th that the total miles run is 16,025. As I thought the maximum considered necessary was 15,000, I should… | ||
| scan0219 | 4 1/4 litre Bentley test, focusing on a big end bearing failure and cooling system efficiency. | ||
| View original record | V264a To Sg. from Rm. Hs/Rm.20/KW.20.5.36. 4 1/4 litre Bentley Test. Replying to Sg.3/E.19.5.36. B-56-BN was kept running to get some more information on bearings after the failure of the big end at… | ||
| scan0220 | Telegram from Chateauroux reporting a broken bigend on a Bentley car and awaiting instructions. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAPHS. No.: C 188. Office Stamp: 18 MAY 35. TIME OF RECEIPT: PM 1 57. Prefix: 22. Office of Origin and Service Instructions: 222 CL 1230 18 CHATEAUROUX 20. To: H / 4 x M / Derby 1320.… | ||
| scan0221 | Failure of a big end bearing during a 15,000-mile test and arranging a follow-up meeting. | ||
| View original record | x264 a To Hs/Rm. from Sg. 15,000 Miles Test - Sg3/E21.5.36 Copy to Wor.E.BY. B-56-BN. I am in receipt of Hs/Rm.3/KW.19.5.36 and Hs/Rm.20/KW.20.5.36. I am sorry to hear about the further failure of a… | ||
| scan0222 | Final design of jack pads and a temporary riveting scheme for a 10,000-mile car. | ||
| View original record | x764a Rm HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. GWH/8/JAB. 27th May 1936 To. Da. from G.W.H. With reference to your memo Da.4/M.14.5.36. We note your remarks that the jack pads will be located… | ||
| scan0223 | 17,000-mile test report on a B.56 BN. Bentley engine, detailing performance and issues. | ||
| View original record | X 264a Hs/GWH/I/JAB. 27.5.36 GRY WMN F.T.H. CP. Smith (Handwritten, crossed out) SWDL MARTINDALE RADCLIFFE (Handwritten) To. Mr. Sx. from Hs/HWH. (Sx. and Hs/HWH. are crossed out) c to. Mr. (crossed… | ||
| scan0224 | Technical report on issues with pistons, carburettors, and the exhaust system. | ||
| View original record | ( 2 ) PISTONS Aerolite Pistons. Identification 04 RM.81 Slotted Scraper Rings. There has been slight piston knocks upon first starting up from cold. There was no sign of a seizure or cracks when… | ||
| scan0225 | The performance and issues with the flywheel, clutch, gearbox, and servo motor mechanism. | ||
| View original record | ( 3 ) anchorage of the silencer allows it to hit the cross member. The springs in the silencer anchorage become dry in the cups and squeak. The riding in the rear seat over the exhaust becomes… | ||
| scan0226 | Performance, issues, and modifications for a vehicle's propeller shaft, rear axle, and front axle over mileage. | ||
| View original record | ( 4 ) brake thumps. We should like to point out that in our opinion, it should not be necessary to have to use two spanners to adjust the damping load. The bolt should be held at the back so that it… | ||
| scan0227 | Cracked front cross members, axle control noise, brake judder, and steering issues. | ||
| View original record | ( 5 ) During the examination, the front dropped cross member was found to be cracked at the two corners where the tubulor cross member is brazed on to the drop forgings. This is an apparent weakness… | ||
| scan0228 | Front and rear brake performance, specifically investigating judder issues and potential solutions. | ||
| View original record | ( 6 ) FRONT & REAR BRAKES. LOP GB.1236 LOP GB.854 NS 4772. Lined with Zinc bonded Ferodo. The brakes have not been up to standard throughout the mileage, considerable more load has been required on… | ||
| scan0229 | Issues and suggested fixes for brake shoes, hydraulic dampers, and the front bumper. | ||
| View original record | ( 7 ) and the shoes become bent; also that the sockets in the shoes open up due to the violent back & fore movement. These toggles should be made thicker section, and we suggest that it should be made… | ||
| scan0230 | Performance report on various electrical system components. | ||
| View original record | ( 8 ) ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Starter Motor DB. 1098 Has been satisfactory under all conditions. Starter Motor Drive LOP DB. 1070 Completely satisfactory. Dynamo. LOP DB. 1147 LEC 4686-4708 Gave no trouble… | ||
| scan0231 | Testing and failure analysis of vehicle horns due to water and dirt, with additional notes on bodywork and wing defects. | ||
| View original record | ( 9 ) on a stand, coupled to a battery and a switch. They were then subjected to an artificial spray for periods of 10-15 minutes at a time. Contact was then made, and the low frequency horns more… | ||
| scan0232 | Faults and proposed remedies for the running board, luggage boot, upholstery, seats, and doors. | ||
| View original record | ( 10 ) The running board and stays, the whole being held in position by wood screws top and bottom. These wood screws soon work loose and owing to the wing movement, pull out, allowing the running… | ||
| scan0233 | Loose spare wheel mounting, including car weight, fuel consumption, and fluids used. | ||
| View original record | ( II ) Spare Wheel Mounting. The wheel moves considerably on rough roads, and is gradually working loose. There seems to be lack of support inside the rear boot door. Steel supports should be placed… | ||
| scan0234 | Letter addressed to H.F. Hamilton regarding the failure of car B-56-BN, questioning why it was driven fast with a known engine issue. | ||
| View original record | x264a To H.F. Hamilton, Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, FRANCE. Hs/Rm.23/KW.8.6.36. B-56-BN. I was surprised to hear nothing further from you with regard to B-56-BN. I do not consider that the… | ||
| scan0235 | Telegram confirming the dispatch of goods by train. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAPHS x-26La No. C 228 Office Stamp: 29 JNE 36 CONFIRMATION TIME OF RECEIPT PM 3 32 From 341 3.16 LONDON T 11 THE INFORMATION OVERLEAF WILL INTEREST YOU. ROYBOTHAM ROYCAR DERBY = B 56… | ||
| scan0236 | Visit to Park Wards discussing failures and proposed modifications for car model B.56.BN. | ||
| View original record | Eng TC Lox Scatt A HEAT GWH/8/JAB. 9.6.36. STP AH X264a To. Hn c to. Sg. c to. Wor c to. JLE c to. EH c to. Hs/Rm. VISIT TO PARK WARDS Re Failures of B.56.BN.Body.Hs/RmI/KW.4.6.36. I met Hn. and JLE… | ||
| scan0237 | Modifications and checks for the battery, upholstery, seats, windscreen, doors, and spare wheel mounting. | ||
| View original record | ( 2 ) In this case the Battery had not had a lid fitted, as it was suggested by H.Wst as not being necessary. This cannot happen with the new design. UPHOLSTERY. The frame work has been altered and an… | ||
| scan0238 | Investigation into the failure of Lucas Wind Tone Horns due to moisture and dirt. | ||
| View original record | GWH/HFH/4/JAB. 10.6.36. To. Hs/Rm. c to. Sg. c to. [REDACTED] c to. [REDACTED] LUCAS WIND TONE HORNS on B. 56. BN. It has been suspected that wet and foggy weather contribute to the temporary failure… | ||
| scan0239 | Flexible mounting would be better than the solid mounting currently used. | ||
| View original record | ( 2 ) the trumpet gets visibly blocked. It is also suggested that the flexible mounting would assist in keeping the passages clear, whereas the solid mounting as now used would accelerate the… | ||
| scan0240 | Explanation regarding an engine failure on a B.56.BN Bentley during a road test in France. | ||
| View original record | X2064a HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. 10th June 1936. To. Hs/Rm. B. 56. BN. BENTLEY. I deeply regret I did not send you a further explanation with regard to the engine failure on… | ||