Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Potential lightening of the propeller shaft on the Bensport chassis. | ||
| View original record | X23T. To Da. from Hs/Gry. c. to By. Hs/Gry.1/KT.12.5.33. PROPELLER SHAFTS. One of the items we consider could be lightened on the Bensport chassis is the propeller shaft. It now weighs complete about… | ||
| scan0002 | Use of Hardy Spicer universal joints with needle roller bearings for the Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | G 54802 CPY X237. Sec 2. To Hs. from E. E.1/HP.1.6.33. c. Wor. By. Da. re Universal Joints with Needle Roller Bearings. With further reference to the above, we now attach a letter of yesterdays date… | ||
| scan0003 | Arrangement and testing of a new 3' diameter Hardy Spicer shaft for a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | X 237. To Hs/Gry. from E. E.10/HP.23.8.33. c. re Hardy Spicer Shaft for Bentley. I have arranged with Hardy Spicer to make up a 3" diameter shaft and send it over here as quickly as possible for… | ||
| scan0004 | Seizing issues with Bensport Universal Joints and proposing potential solutions. | ||
| View original record | LID 1237. See me To E. from Da. c. Hs. Da.1/HP.13.9.33. HS Bensport Universal Joints. These joints still shew a tendency to seize on the pins, presumably the Hardy Spicer shaft is not likely to be… | ||
| scan0005 | Adapting needle bearings for the Bensport propeller shaft's universal joints. | ||
| View original record | x237. To By. from Da. Rm c. For H. Hs. DA.1/HP.19.9.33. Needle Bearing Universal Joints. Bensport Propeller shaft. Herewith is N. Sch. 3827 shewing the adaptation of needle bearings to the standard… | ||
| scan0006 | Reduction in the circumferential clearance for Bensport Needle Bearing Universal Joints. | ||
| View original record | To BY. c. Mr. E. Hs. RHC. X237 Da.3/HP.20.9.33. Bensport Needle Bearing Universal Joints. With further reference to N. Sch. 3827, it will be noted that we have called for a circumferential clearance… | ||
| scan0007 | Production issues with a spring-damped clutch centre and proposing the use of a slipper wheel type propeller shaft damper for the Bentley. | ||
| View original record | M237. To RHC. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm.15/KT.11.12.33. SLIPPER WHEEL TYPE PROPELLER SHAFT DAMPER. We are having trouble with the spring damped clutch centre on production. It is too sensitive to setting and… | ||
| scan0008 | Arrangement of damper flywheels on a Bentley transmission. | ||
| View original record | X237 To BY. from Da. Da.1/HP.19.12.33. c. Werks. By. Hs. HSY. Bentley - Damper Flywheels on Transmission. ------------------------------------------ Herewith is N. Sch.3911 arrangement of damper… | ||
| scan0009 | Requesting the return of a faulty Hardy Spicer Propellor Shaft that was removed from vehicle 3-B-IV. | ||
| View original record | To RHC/EM. X.237 Hs/Gry.3/KW2.1.34. There is a Hardy Spicer Propellor Shaft in the Stores, which was removed from 3-B-IV owing to it running out of truth. Will you please return this to Hardy Spicer.… | ||
| scan0010 | Standardisation of filling propeller shaft joints with Mobilgrease No. 2. | ||
| View original record | RR 755B (5H) (S2674, 16-10-33) BM. 3/262/6. X 237 Completed 23.1.34 BENTLEY STANDARDISATION OF PARTS. Date 3.1.34. Description of Parts. Propellor Shaft Joints filled with Mobilgrease No. 2. (Needle… | ||
| scan0011 | Trialing an experimental roller bearing sliding joint for a Bentley Universal Joint. | ||
| View original record | GRX X237 To BY. from Da. Da.1/HP.1.3.34. c.c. E. Hs. Hdy. Bentley Universal Joint. -------------------- Experimental, we understand would like to try the roller bearing sliding joint which we sent… | ||
| scan0012 | Testing and potential standardization of propeller shaft dampers. | ||
| View original record | RHC. x237 Hs/Gry.10/KW.1.6.34. PROPELLOR SHAFT DAMPERS. We should like to run on 4-B-IV a damper to N.Sch.3911, as this is the one we are likely to standardise. We have already instructed one for… | ||
| scan0013 | Request to fit a roller propeller shaft sliding joint and adjust the 3rd motion shaft to measure the increase in float. | ||
| View original record | RHC. X-237 Hs/Gry.11/KW.3.7.34. 3-B-IV. While this car is in the Fitting Shop will you please fit a roller propellor shaft sliding joint to N.Sch.3647, GL. 715. Will you also please take up the end… | ||
| scan0014 | The performance of a Bentley propeller shaft's roller bearing sliding joint. | ||
| View original record | X237 Hs/Gry. 31.10.34. N.S.3647 Bentley Prop. Shaft. Roller Bearing Sliding Joint. The results obtained with this particular shaft were not too consistent, and the results shown in the attached graph… | ||
| scan0015 | Graph showing the results of a Bentley propeller shaft torsion test. | ||
| View original record | BENTLEY PROP SHAFT TORSION TEST WT. OF LOAD TRAY 1.7 LBS RAD OF TORQUE ARM 2FT NS3647 ROLLER BRG SLIDING JOINT TORQUE LB FT LOAD LBS CLOCKWISE ANTICLOCKWISE Y-Axis Values: 100, 200, 300, 400, 500… | ||
| scan0016 | Standardisation proposal for a propellor shaft damping device to prevent over-run rattle. | ||
| View original record | RR 759BN (SH) (S7312, 29-12-33) BM. 3/640/2 COMPLETED 3.11.34. BENTLEY STANDARDISATION of PARTS. Date 7.9.34. Handwritten Date: 4-10-34 X No. 237. Drawing N. Sch. No. 3911. Part List Description of… | ||
| scan0017 | Note on the production cost and implementation for a standard part on the 'D' series chassis. | ||
| View original record | W.B. STANDARDISATION of PARTS The cost for new tools for this std. is given under 20/25 HP. std. sheet X.NO. 5340. Could be brought on to production at 1st chassis in "D" series (Sft/GH.20.9.34)… | ||
| scan0018 | Test report on a roller propellor shaft sliding joint, detailing wear issues and proposing a change in material. | ||
| View original record | x237 To E. c. to Da. c. to By. c. to Hdy. Hs/Gry.S/KW.15.11.34. Roller Propellor Shaft Sliding Joint. Tests on this joint to N.Sch.3647 show that under a torque of 150 lbs/ft. the end load required to… | ||
| scan0019 | The loading adjustment for the Bentley propellor shaft damper on 'D' Series Chassis. | ||
| View original record | 4237 BM [struck through] Hs/Gry. from Mx. Mx24/T25.1.35. BENTLEY PROPELLOR SHAFT DAMPER. Our experience on a number of "D" Series Chassis fitted with the above is that the loading should be reduced… | ||
| scan0020 | Request to reassemble and despatch two Hardy Spicer Bentley propellor shafts to their makers. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. <237 Hs/Les.2/KW.5.3.35. Will you please reassemble and despatch to their Makers the 2 Hardy Spicer Bentley propellor shafts. Hs/Les. | ||
| scan0021 | Letter to Hardy Spicer Ltd. regarding the return and modification of two Bentley propeller shafts. | ||
| View original record | 4237 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Les.10/KW. 11th March, 1935. Messrs. Hardy Spicer Ltd., Birch Road, Witton, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Daniels. Dear Sirs, We are returning to you your 2 Bentley… | ||
| scan0022 | Requesting an official order be passed to Messrs. Hardy Spicer Ltd. | ||
| View original record | To Roy: x237 Hs/Les.2/KW.13.3.35. We attach copy of a letter reference Hs/Les.10/KW.11.3.35, addressed to Messrs. Hardy Spicer Ltd. Will you please pass an official order to them for the work… | ||
| scan0023 | Correspondence from Hardy Spicer & Co. enclosing a print for a Bentley Propeller Shaft flange yoke. | ||
| View original record | ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY. Telegrams & Cables: 'AUTOJOINTS, BIRMINGHAM'. Code: BENTLEY'S PHRAZE. Telephone: BIRCHFIELDS 4504/8 (5 LINES). Hardy Spicer & Co., Limited.… | ||
| scan0024 | Technical drawing of a flange yoke. | ||
| View original record | Dimensions & Annotations: 4.239/4.238 DIA 4.050/4.040 DIA 3 1/16 3.054/3.052 M/32 POS.2500/POS.23 1/64 L +1/64 -0 .405/.395 .280/.270 .135/.125 .110/.100 .020/.010 R 2.702/2.698 PC DIA 1.685/1.675 DIA… | ||
| scan0025 | Letter from Hardy Spicer & Co. regarding a print for a special propeller shaft against order number 79965. | ||
| View original record | ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY. Telegrams & Cables: "AUTOJOINTS, BIRMINGHAM" Code: BENTLEY'S PHRAZE. Telephone BIRCHFIELDS 4504/8 (5 LINES). THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS &… | ||
| scan0026 | Technical drawing for a tubular shaft assembly with special joints, manufactured by Hardy Spicer & Co Ltd. | ||
| View original record | Top Left Section: 1. OFF. K2-2.GB 19, K2-7-29, K2-6-71, K2-5-93, 98-851, K2.3-68 Top Middle Section: 3-14-39, K3-16-43, 3-15-33 TUBULAR SHAFT ASSEMBLY PART N° K2.62.124.GB3/2-5001 K2.40-231 K2.28-178… | ||
| scan0027 | Letter to Messrs. Hardy Spicer & Co. Ltd. confirming agreement on drawing number 35/0375. | ||
| View original record | X237 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Cry.20/KW. 20th March, 1935. Your Ref: TFG/MH. Messrs. Hardy Spicer & Co.Ltd., Birch Road, Witton, Birmingham 6. For the attention of Mr. Green. Dear Sirs, Replying to your letter… | ||
| scan0028 | Telegram to Autojoints, Birmingham, requesting the delivery date for a propeller shaft order. | ||
| View original record | X237 AUTOJOINTS, BIRMINGHAM. PLEASE ADVISE DELIVERY DATE PROPELLOR SHAFT TO ORDER 79965. EXPERIMENTAL DEPT., ROYCAR. | ||
| scan0029 | Letter from Hardy Spicer & Co. confirming a telegram and promising delivery of a shaft. | ||
| View original record | ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY. Telegrams & Cables: "AUTOJOINTS, BIRMINGHAM". Code: BENTLEY'S PHRAZE. Hardy Spicer & Co., Limited. Telephone: BIRCHFIELDS 4504/8 (5 LINES).… | ||
| scan0030 | Letter to Hardy Spicer & Co. Ltd. about the weight of a propellor shaft fitted to a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | x237 Copy to E/Hdy. Exptl. Dept. Hs/Gry.26/KW. 8th April, 1935. Messrs. Hardy Spicer & Co.Ltd., Birch Road, Witton, Birmingham 6. For the attention of Mr. Daniels. Dear Sirs, We have fitted the… | ||
| scan0031 | Letter from Hardy Spicer & Co. Ltd. discussing weight reduction options for a sample shaft. | ||
| View original record | H. Grylls. We should follow up and order another one. RM ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY. Telegrams & Cables: "AUTOJOINTS, BIRMINGHAM" Code: BENTLEY'S PHRAZE. Telephone BIRCHFIELDS… | ||
| scan0032 | Payment for a propeller shaft, with handwritten notes questioning the expenditure and suggesting an alternative design. | ||
| View original record | ROY/MS5/P.24.4.35. Hs. [Handwritten Initials] Rm GRY [Handwritten Note] What value are we getting from this expenditure Rm [Stamped in red] 3LBS LESS WEIGHT Kindly note the Propeller Shaft ordered… | ||
| scan0033 | Recommending payment for an account from Messrs. Hardy Spicer & Co's that includes the cost of certain dies. | ||
| View original record | X234 To Roy. Hs/Gry.4/KW. 27.4.35. Roy/Ms.5/P.24.4.35. With reference to Messrs. Hardy Spicer & Co's account of £27. 14. 8d., we recommend paying this as it includes the cost of certain dies. Hs/Gry. | ||
| scan0034 | Blueprint of propeller shafts with No 50x1' patent 'Layrub' joints. | ||
| View original record | TOP NOTES: SLEEVE BOLTS & NUTS PT No 811 & 9681/4. TR. 17/7/33 WERE DARTSELET BOLTS & NUTS PT No 530 & 531. DRG.No 7047. SHAFT TO DRG. No 2543 x 7 ADDED. W.H.C. 29.3.34. IMPORTANT - TUBING FLANGES… | ||
| scan0035 | Letter to Hardy Spicer & Co. Ltd. regarding a propeller shaft for a Bentley chassis and a request to lighten it. | ||
| View original record | (237) Exptl. Dept: Hs/Gry.17/KW. 7th August, 1935. Messrs. Hardy Spicer & Co.Ltd., Birch Road, Witton, Birmingham 6. For the attention of Mr. Daniell. Dear Sirs, You will remember making up for us… | ||
| scan0036 | Letter from Hardy Spicer & Co. Ltd. regarding the re-machining of a shaft. | ||
| View original record | ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY. Telegrams & Cables: 'AUTOJOINTS, BIRMINGHAM'. Code: BENTLEY'S PHRAZE. Telephone: BIRCHFIELDS 4504/8 (5 LINES). Hardy Spicer & Co. Limited. Registered… | ||
| scan0037 | Letter to Hardy Spicer & Co. Ltd. regarding a shaft that ran 12,000 miles in France. | ||
| View original record | 4237 Exptl. Dept. He/Gry.3/KW. 14th August,1935. Messrs. Hardy Spicer & Co.Ltd., Birch Road, Witton, Birmingham 6. Your Ref: JAD/MH. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 13th, and are… | ||
| scan0038 | Request to despatch a Hardy Spicer propeller shaft to the makers for examination and lightening. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. X237 HS/Gry.4/KW.14.8.35. In our specification of 6-B-IV we asked you to fit the Hardy Spicer propellor shaft which had previously run on 5-B-IV. We have now heard from the Makers that they… | ||
| scan0039 | Letter to Hardy Spicer & Co. Ltd. regarding alterations to a propeller shaft for a 10,000 miles test. | ||
| View original record | X237 Exptl. Dept: Hs/Gry.4/KW . 22nd August, 1935. Messrs. Hardy Spicer & Co.Ltd., Birch Road, Witton, Birmingham 6. For the attention of Mr. Daniell: Dear Sirs, We regret the delay in sending you the… | ||
| scan0040 | The return of a Hardy Spicer Propeller Shaft to the makers for examination and lightening. | ||
| View original record | X237 To D/HP from RHC. ~~c.c. G/Ht.~~ ~~c.c. Hsy~~ c.c. Hs/Gry. RHC.1/HTM23.8.35. O/ 54107. We are sending into the Despatch Stores - 1 - Hardy Spicer Propeller Shaft Will you please have this… | ||
| scan0041 | Letter from Hardy Spicer & Co. enclosing correspondence regarding a recent quotation for propeller shafts. | ||
| View original record | ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY. X-237 Telegrams & Cables: "AUTOJOINTS, BIRMINGHAM." Code: BENTLEYS PHRAZE. Telephone: BIRCHFIELDS 4504/8 (5 LINES). Hardy Spicer & Co. Limited.… | ||
| scan0042 | Letter detailing the source of steel and quality control for Hardy Spicer Propeller Shafts. | ||
| View original record | COPY. JLH/MH. November 27th, 1935. Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Limited, D E R B Y. For the attention of Mr.H.Royce. Dear Sirs, With reference to my call upon you last week, when I left with you our quotation… | ||
| scan0043 | Letter discussing a revised quotation for a lighter Propeller Shaft using a standard flange yoke. | ||
| View original record | -2- Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd. 27/11/35. We trust that this information is what you desire, and if there is any further information necessary, we shall be only too pleased to pass it on to you. During… | ||
| scan0044 | Letter to Hardy Spicer & Co. Ltd. regarding a 4 lbs. weight saving on a lightened propellor shaft. | ||
| View original record | x237 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.20/KW. 12th December,1935. Messrs. Hardy Spicer & Co.Ltd., Birch Road, Witton, Birmingham 6. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of December 11th, together with the copy of… | ||
| scan0045 | Cost reduction on a Bentley by using a Hardy Spicer propeller shaft. | ||
| View original record | X237 To Wor. from Hs/Rm. c. to E. Hs/Rm.7/KW.13.12.35. Cost Reduction on the Bentley. We have for some time past been experimenting with Hardy Spicer propellor shafts. We believe that E. was the first… | ||
| scan0046 | Cost reduction of using a Borg & Beck clutch on the 20/25 model, similar to the Bentley. | ||
| View original record | -2- HS/Rm.7/KW.13.12.35. Incidentally, the Borg & Beck clutch on the 20/25 should effect very nearly the same reduction in cost as on the Bentley. Hs/Rm. | ||
| scan0047 | Cover letter from Hardy Spicer & Co. for drawing 35/0375 showing the layout of an original Propeller Shaft supplied for testing. | ||
| View original record | LES. ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY. Telegrams & Cables: "AUTOJOINTS, BIRMINGHAM" Code: BENTLEY'S PHRAZE. THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS +237 Telephone: BIRCHFIELDS… | ||
| scan0048 | Letter from Laycock Engineering Co enquiring about the testing of a sample Layrub Propeller Shaft. | ||
| View original record | LAYRUB · LAYMECH · PROPELLOR SHAFTS. TELEGRAMS: "INVENTION, SHEFFIELD" TELEPHONE: 70041-70042-70043. SHEFFIELD LAYCOCK ENGINEERING Cº OUR REF. FBH/M. YOUR REF. Hs/Gry.15/KW. Exptl. Dept. MOTOR… | ||
| scan0049 | Request to send a covering order to Hardy Spicer Co. Ltd. for two Bentley propeller shafts. | ||
| View original record | Roy/Ms. X237 Hs/Les.2/JH. 2.1.36. Will you please send a covering order to Hardy Spicer Co.Ltd., for 2 Bentley propellor shafts, which we have asked for in our letter , Hs/Les.2/KW.2.1.36. Hs/Les. | ||
| scan0050 | Letter to a supplier confirming an order for two lightened type propellor shafts with different finishes. | ||
| View original record | (X23) Exptl. Dept. Hs/Les.2/KW.2.1.36. 2nd January, 1936. Messrs. Hardy Spicer & Co.Ltd., Birch Road, Witton, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Done. Dear Sirs, This is to confirm that we require 2… | ||
| scan0051 | Requesting the production of 2 car sets of flanges for Bentley Hardy Spicer propeller shafts. | ||
| View original record | K237 To RHC. Hs/Les.3/JH. 2.1.36. Bentley Hardy Spicer Propeller Shafts. In order that the complete Hardy Spicer Shaft can be fitted to the Bentley, will you please produce 2 Car sets of the flanges… | ||
| scan0052 | Letter from Hardy Spicer & Co. Ltd. enclosing blueprint 36-0005 and discussing the manufacturing of two parts with different finishes. | ||
| View original record | ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY. Telegrams & Cables: "AUTOJOINTS, BIRMINGHAM." Code: BENTLEY'S PHRASE. Telephone: BIRCHFIELDS 4504/8 (5 LINES). Hardy Spicer & Co., Limited.… | ||
| scan0053 | Letter to Hardy Spicer & Co. Ltd. confirming a drawing is satisfactory and requesting the production of 2 propeller shafts. | ||
| View original record | x237 Exptl. Dept. HS/Les. 6/JH. 7th January, 1936. Messrs Hardy Spicer & Co. Ltd., Birch Road, Witton, Birmingham 6. For the attention of Mr Tatlow. Dear Sirs, We have examined your drawing 36-0005… | ||
| scan0054 | Letter to Laycock Engineering Co. regarding the trial of a Layrub Propeller Shaft on an experimental chassis. | ||
| View original record | x237 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Gry.7/KW. 9th January, 1936. The Laycock Engineering Co., Victoria Works, Millhouses, SHEFFIELD 8. Dear Sirs, Replying to your letter of December 21st, we fitted the Layrub… | ||
| scan0055 | Letter from Laycock Engineering Co. in response to a report regarding 'Layrub' Propeller Shafts. | ||
| View original record | LAYRUB - LAYMECH - PROPELLOR SHAFTS. TELEGRAMS: "INVENTION, SHEFFIELD" TELEPHONE: 70041-70042-70043 SHEFFIELD LAYCOCK ENGINEERING Co MOTOR COMPONENTS VICTORIA WORKS MILLHOUSES SHEFFIELD. 8. OUR REF.… | ||
| scan0056 | Seeking authorization to pay invoices for two different types of Bentley propeller shafts. | ||
| View original record | Hs. GRY Rennie ROY/MS11/P.14.2.36. On the 7th ultimo we ordered as per your memo Hs/Les.2/JH.2.1.36. two Bentley Type Propeller Shafts to particulars detailed in your letter Hs/Les.2/KW. dated 2nd… | ||
| scan0057 | Authorising payment for two Bentley Propellor Shafts. | ||
| View original record | To Roy/Ms. Hs/Rm.12/KW.2.3.36. Roy/Ms.11/P.14.2.36. We have already asked you to pass a covering order for the 2 Bentley Propellor Shafts mentioned in the above memo., see our memo.… | ||
| scan0058 | Letter to supplier Hardy Spicer & Co. Ltd. requesting modification of a propellor shaft for experimental testing on a Phantom III chassis. | ||
| View original record | x257 Exptl. Dept. 8th May, 1936. Hs/Gry.20/KW. Messrs. Hardy Spicer & Co.Ltd., Birch Road, Witton, Birmingham 6. For the attention of Mr. Daniel. Dear Sirs, We should like to carry out some… | ||
| scan0059 | The return of a Hardy Spicer Propellor Shaft to the manufacturer for modification. | ||
| View original record | x 237 To D/BP. c. to G/Mt. Hs/Gry.2/KW.9.5.36. 1. We are sending into the Despatch Stores Hardy Spicer Propellor Shaft. Will you please have this returned to the manufacturers - Messrs. Hardy Spicer… | ||
| scan0060 | Letter to Hardy Spicer & Co. Ltd. enclosing an arrangement drawing for a Phantom III propellor shaft. | ||
| View original record | x237 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Gry.2/KW. 11th May, 1936. Messrs. Hardy Spicer & Co.Ltd., Birch Road, Witton, Birmingham 6. For the attention of Mr. Daniel. Dear Sirs, We enclose herewith the arrangement drawing… | ||
| scan0061 | Invoice from Hardy Spicer & Co. Ltd for fitting new parts to a shaft. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Gry. Copy to Roy. GRY G/Cam/AA.52/IL.19.6.36. ----------------------------- We are in receipt of an invoice from Hardy Spicer & Co.Ltd. on which we are charged 10/6d. for fitting new T.S.A. and… | ||
| scan0062 | Requesting to pass an order for modifications carried out on a shaft for which an invoice has been received. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. c. to G/Cam. x237 Hs/Gry.16/KW.22.6.36. G/Cam/AA.52/IL.19.6.36. Will you please pass an order to Messrs. Hardy Spicer & Co.Ltd., for modifications carried out to a KR.1300 Shaft, for which an… | ||
| scan0063 | Test report comparing the frictional torque of a Phantom III R.R. propeller shaft against a Bentley Hardy Spicer shaft. | ||
| View original record | To H.I.Gry. x-237 Hs/WB.16/KW.7.7.36. Please Return H/GRY Propellor Shaft Spindle Test. Comparison between Phantom III R.R. (G. 82089) and Bentley Hardy Spicer Shaft. With the shaft suspended by its… | ||
| scan0064 | Graph from a prop shaft spline test comparing the thrust load vs torque for a Bentley Hardy-Spicer type and an R.R. Type. | ||
| View original record | PROP. SHAFT SPLINE TEST. THRUST LOAD (LBS.) 1000 900 800 700 600 500 400 300 200 100 0 TORQUE (LB. FT.) 100 200 300 400 500 BENTLEY. HARDY-SPICER. G.52089 PH.III R.R.TYPE. 6-7-36 | ||
| scan0065 | Propshaft spline test report comparing load and torque for a Phantom III and a Bentley (Hardy-Spicer type) propshaft. | ||
| View original record | PROP. SHAFT SPLINE TEST R.R. PHANT. III PROP. SHAFT (G82089) LOAD (LBS) | TORQUE (LB-FT) 100 | 30 200 | 70 300 | 120 400 | 180 500 | 210 600 | 240 700 | 286 800 | 330 900 | 380 BENTLEY PROP. SHAFT… | ||
| scan0066 | Use of proprietary versus externally sourced components and the strategic choice of materials. | ||
| View original record | SS. HS. Rm. E. 237 BY.4/G.26.11.36. GRY PROPRIETARY ARTICLES. Referring to Rm/Gry.11/R.24.11.36. and Rm/Gry.10/R.24.11.36. covering same, I agree with Gry. that the issue is really one of principle… | ||
| scan0067 | Urging careful discussion before abandoning the company's own alloys in favour of proprietary or inferior materials. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - BY.4/G.26.11.36. alloys from swarf etc. marketed at £74. per ton. I feel very strongly that this question of the use of proprietary articles, and inferior materials, which means abandoning our… | ||
| scan0068 | Cover memo forwarding copies of documents regarding proprietary articles. | ||
| View original record | 237 Sg. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry5/R.28.11.36. re: Proprietary Articles. Herewith copies of memos - Rm/Gry11/R.24.11.36. and Rm/Gry10/R.24.11.36. - as requested in your Sg1/E27.11.36. Rm/Gry. | ||
| scan0069 | Copies of documents relating to Proprietary Articles. | ||
| View original record | S/W. To Rm. from Sg. re Proprietary Articles. Sgl/E27.11.36 Will you please send me copies of Rm/Gry.11/R24.11.36 and Rm/Gry.10/R.24.11.36 which are referred to in BY.4/G26.11.36 Sg. | ||
| scan0070 | Issues with clutches and the cost to bring them up to requirements. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. Hs. E. By. RHC. Rm/Gry10/R.24.11.36. Dicatated 18.11.36. PROPRIETARY ARTICLES. This case is typical of several on the car. If we take the case of the clutch, almost all our troubles so far… | ||
| scan0071 | Cost-benefit analysis of sourcing propeller shafts from Hardy Spicers versus in-house production. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. Hs. c. to E. c. to By. c. to RHC. Rm/Gryll/R.24.11.36. Dictated 18.11.36. PROPELLER SHAFTS. Our present propeller shafts cost including over-heads £9/10/- per complete assembly. The estimated… | ||
| scan0072 | Laboratory report detailing the material analysis and heat treatment of a Hardy Spicer Propeller Shaft. | ||
| View original record | X Ben Prop Shaft 257. To Rm. HL2/AG.27.11.36. Laboratory. Report No.L4185. Re: Hardy Spicer Propeller Shaft. Analysis :- Carbon ... 0.39% Manganese ... 1.31% Nickel ... 0.26% Chromium ... 0.20%… | ||
| scan0073 | Requesting copies of previous memos on proprietary articles and arranging a future discussion. | ||
| View original record | Rm 237 To BY. from Sg. Copy to Hs.Rm.Et Proprietary Articles. Sg13/E/27.11.36 Referring to BY.4/G.26.11.36 I do not appear to have had copies of the two Rm/Gry.memos. referred to but have to-day… | ||
| scan0074 | Benefits of fitting a propeller shaft damper to Bentley cars and plans to reintroduce a lighter version. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Rm. c. to E. c. to By. c. to RHC. J 237 Rm.18/AP.2.12.36. PROPELLER SHAFT DAMPER ON THE BENTLEY We have now had half a dozen cases where we have made the Bentley into a much nicer car by… | ||
| scan0075 | Standardisation of the propeller shaft damper for the Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: 237 See Mx and find out Lc SMITH. How many cars must leave test without damper BY/Cgh.9/W.4.12.36. Rm Stamped: HS. c. Rm. O. BHG. Typed: Bentley Chassis : Propeller Shaft Damper. With… | ||
| scan0076 | Instruction to re-introduce the Propellor Shaft Damper on the 101st 'J' series Bentley Chassis. | ||
| View original record | 237. To Dy. from HS. c. to E. c. to Rm. c. to RHC. Hs.4/KW.9.12.36. Bentley Chassis. Will you please arrange to re-introduce the Propellor Shaft Damper on the 101st Chassis in 'J' series. Hs. | ||
| scan0077 | Introduction of a propeller shaft damper on a Bentley 'J' Series chassis. | ||
| View original record | Mr. Rm. F. - from RHC. L C SMITH 237 RHC.1/EMG.9.12.36. Bentley Chassis : Propeller Shaft Damper. With reference to memo' BY/Cgh.9/W.4.12.36 this Job could be introduced on the 101st Chassis in 'J'… | ||
| scan0078 | Cost analysis and updates on proprietary articles for 25/30 and Bentley models, including details on price increases and production issues. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from HPS. c. to Hs. c. to E. c. to BY. x 35/110 Clutch 237 HPS.4/CB.14.12.36. PROPRIETARY ARTICLES. Replying to Rm/Gry.10/R.24.11.36, we give below the general analysis of the cost of this… | ||
| scan0079 | Wraith type propeller shaft on a Bentley, requesting a drawing for a re-standardised front coupling. | ||
| View original record | 1762 237 To By. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.14/AP.17.12.36. WRAITH TYPE PROPELLER SHAFT ON BENTLEY This shaft has, at the present, no provision for a damper. We should be glad if you would issue a drawing of… | ||
| scan0080 | Confirming the composition of propeller shaft dampers for France. | ||
| View original record | 237. To HPS. from Rm/Gry½ Rm/Gry.15/AP.17.12.36. PROP.SHAFT DAMPERS FOR FRANCE. Confirming our conversation with WSC. 6.B.lV's prop. shaft damper should consist of I/C. wheels on an alum. hub and… | ||
| scan0081 | The introduction of a propeller shaft damper on a Bentley 'J' Series chassis. | ||
| View original record | fm TA 237. He. Rm. BY. - from RHC. RHC.1/EMG.21.12.36. Bentley Chassis : Propeller Shaft Damper. With reference to the following memo's.- BY/Cgh.9/W.4.12.36. RHC.1/EMG.9.12.36. wherein we state this… | ||
| scan0082 | Fitting propeller shaft dampers on Bentley production chassis. | ||
| View original record | Pm TH 237, RHC. c. Hs. c. Rm. c. E. BY/Cgh.14/W.30.12.36. Bentley Chassis : Propeller Shaft Damper. Sales Department now advise us that they have heard from Park Ward and one or two other… | ||
| scan0083 | The fitting of Propeller Shaft Dampers to Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | 237 Smith BY C. H. C. Rm. C. W. from RHC. RHC.1/EMG.1.1.37. Bentley Chassis : Propeller Shaft Damper. With reference to memo' BY/Cgh.14/W.30.12.36 please note we have arranged for these Dampers to be… | ||
| scan0084 | Blueprints for alternative Damper Flywheels for the Bentley II and 25/30-HP chassis propeller shaft. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm/Gry. 237. BENTLEY II. CHASSIS. 25/30-HP. CHASSIS. PROPELLER SHAFT & UNIVERSAL JOINT. SECTION 6110. Please receive herewith three blue prints of each of the following :- GB.2594. Damper Flywheel.… | ||
| scan0085 | From Sg. to Rm. regarding a pending Depot Instruction Sheet for a juddering clutch on the 4¼-litre Bentley. | ||
| View original record | S/W 237. To Rm. from Sg. re 4¼-litre Bentley. Sg9/E8.1.37 Referring to Sg13/E18.12.36 re propeller shaft damper, you will remember we decided that a Depot Instruction Sheet would be issued,… | ||
| scan0086 | Responding to a query about transmission rattles in 25/30.HP. & Bentley models. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. from Rm. 1330 Rm.9/AP.11.1.37. TRANSMISSION RATTLES - 25/30.HP. & BENTLEY Replying to your memo re the Depot Sheet on this subject, you will see that we circulated the necessary information… | ||
| scan0087 | Lubrication leakage issues in a propeller shaft sliding joint and proposing a test solution. | ||
| View original record | Rm. Grylls Comments c.c. Da. E/HDY.1/HP.14.1.37. Rm Propeller Shaft Sliding Joint. ------------------------- Bentley We understand that attempts to use oil or a thin grease in the sliding joint have… | ||
| scan0088 | Inspection of a Bentley Hardy Spicer propeller shaft after 15,000 miles of use. | ||
| View original record | 237. Rm/Gry. Da.1/HP.9.2.37. Bentley Hardy Spicer Propeller Shaft. Mr Daniell of Hardy Spicer would like to see the propeller shaft which ran 15,000 miles on the 4 1/4 litre Bentley, and asks whether… | ||
| scan0089 | Specifications and supply of a Bentley propeller shaft from Hardy-Spicer. | ||
| View original record | 237 HY O. E. Des. Fm. HPS. E/HDY.2/HP.2.4.37. Bentley Propeller Shaft. We send herewith N.Sch's 5101 and 5038 which give particulars of the Hardy-Spicer shaft for this car. N.Sch.5038 shows the shaft… | ||
| scan0090 | Instruction to retrospectively fit Propeller Shaft Dampers on all 4¼-litre Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | Hd. (For Depot Sheet). Rm/Gry3/R.5.6.37. It was decided at the last General Chassis Conference, the Minutes of which appear in Cx5/KW.13.5.37. to fit Propeller Shaft Dampers on all 4¼-litre Bentley… | ||
| scan0091 | Trial of a propeller shaft damper on a Bentley, inspired by a Studebaker part. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/Gry. 237 Rm/Gry.10/AP.7.6.37 PROPELLER SHAFT DAMPERS. We hand you herewith a damper removed from a Studebaker car. We should like to try a propeller shaft damper on a Bentley made on… | ||
| scan0092 | Pitted spindle from a Bentley propellor shaft joint, attributing the fault to soft core and case hardening issues. | ||
| View original record | Memo handed to EM to have thickness of casehardening tried and in Lab. By. 11.8.37 K/W. By. Mx. Rm. 237 KINGSBURY. Rm/GWH/DPB/10.8.37. BENTLEY PROPELLOR SHAFT. I am forwarding to you a spindle taken… | ||
| scan0093 | Micro-examination report on the hardness and case thickness of a Bentley Universal Joint Pin. | ||
| View original record | Micro-Examination Report. M 1,389 X.237 BY. from H1/EJW. c. to Rm/Gry. H1/EJW.2/JN.20.8.37. Laboratory BENTLEY UNIVERSAL JOINT PIN GB.2311. The hardness of the core beneath the damaged track was 223… | ||
| scan0094 | Laboratory report showing transverse and longitudinal sections of a needle roller race from a universal joint pin, etched to reveal the case depth. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LABORATORY REPORT: H1/EJW.4/JN.16.8.37. M 1,389/2 X 3 TRANSVERSE & LONGITUDINAL SECTIONS OF NEEDLE ROLLER RACE OF UNIVERSAL JOINT PIN GB.2311. ETCHED TO SHOW DEPTH OF CASE. | ||
| scan0095 | Laboratory report showing a photograph of a universal joint pin after etching on the needle race. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LABORATORY REPORT: H1/EJW.4/JN.16.8.37. M 1,389 X 3 UNIVERSAL JOINT PIN GB.2311. AFTER ETCHING ON NEEDLE RACE. | ||
| scan0096 | Modifications to the Propeller Shaft Universal Joint for a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | By. from Rm/Gry. c. Da. 237 Rm/Gry.15/AP.23.8.37 PROP. SHAFT UNIVERSAL JOINT - BENTLEY With regard to the indentation of the track of a joint pin GB.2311 reported by GWH. and the Laboratory's Report… | ||
| scan0097 | Alteration notice for a Bentley chassis propeller shaft, involving the replacement of a part to prevent imbalance. | ||
| View original record | To. Roy/Mec. (40 copies). RE. BENTLEY CHASSIS. ALTERATIONS. - 3582/G.s.s. Please receive herewith :- GB.2518. Prop. Shaft. LOP. (Sh.1) See.6110. to which the following alterations have been made :-… | ||
| scan0098 | Confirming that the fitting of propeller shaft dampers on the 4 1/4 litre Bentley should not be a retrospective modification. | ||
| View original record | W/S (H). c. Rm. 234 BY.24/N.7.7.38. Re: Propeller Shaft Dampers. 4 1/4 litre Bentley. -------------------- Referring to your memo H.12/H.5.7.38, it is agreed the fitting of the propeller shaft damper… | ||
| scan0099 | Listing prints for metal parts required for a Bentley propeller shaft centre bearing. | ||
| View original record | 237. To: Rm. BY/NS.1/MG.3.8.39 BENTLEY PROPELLER SHAFT CENTRE BEARING Attached hereto are prints of metal parts required to make up the insulated centre bearing to G.CD.1481. Piece No. GB.5318 ...… | ||
| scan0100 | Letter to Messrs. Hardy Spicer & Co. regarding the balancing of two divided propeller shafts from Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | 237 Rm/PJH.5/ET. 19th September, 1940. Messrs. Hardy Spicer & Co., Ltd., Birch Road, Witton, BIRMINGHAM 6. Dear Sirs, Attention of Mr. J.A. Daniell. We have two divided propellor shafts which have… | ||
| scan0101 | Requesting an original 3 1/4 litre Bentley piston from the London Depot for Derby Works. | ||
| View original record | C736 PISTONS 3 1/4 Bentley To Br. (London Depot) Hythe Road, London. Rm/CTS.2/ET.2.9.40. We thank you for your memo Br.3/H.23.8.40 and note your remarks etc.. We are anxious to get hold of one of the… | ||
| scan0102 | Correspondence regarding the return of an old Bentley piston, pattern EB/1299, to Derby. | ||
| View original record | 23/6 N/W. Rm/CTS. Br/G6/G.10-9-40. File Pistons Bentley re. Bentley Piston - EB/1299. Thank you for your Rm/CTS.2/ET.2-9-40, written under B-181-EJ. We have been able to find an old piston of the… | ||
| scan0103 | New drawing for rear axle dampers on the Bensport Series 1, cancelling a previous drawing and detailing consequent modifications. | ||
| View original record | LES X242. To BY. from E./JNR. E/JNR.1/HP.24.2.33. c. WOT. Hs. re Bensport Series 1. We have made a new drawing which we send you herewith - LeC.3387 showing the rear axle dampers and contiguous parts.… | ||
| scan0104 | Modifications to the rear axle damper mountings and the Bensport Body, with reference to blueprint LeC.3387. | ||
| View original record | LES 8242 To Dv/EV. from E. E.3/HP.24.2.33. C.c. Sgr. Wor. Hs. Bu. De. Hey. Rear Axle Damper Mountings and Bensport Body. We attach herewith blueprint LeC.3387 dealing with the rear shock damper… | ||
| scan0105 | Specification for modifying Bentley 2 shock dampers for the front and rear. | ||
| View original record | X2V To RHC. From Hs/Les. Hs/Les.3/MJ.31.5.33. BENTLEY 2 SHOCK DAMPERS. Will you please modify these shock dampers to the following specification - Front. (1) Stronger gland spring F.100805. (2) Loads… | ||
| scan0106 | Recommending settings for hydraulic damper loads on a Bentley vehicle. | ||
| View original record | X262. To E. From Hs/GWH C. Hy. By. EF. G. MAA. Hs. Hs/GWH. 2/KT. 9.9.33. HYDRAULIC DAMPER LOADS FOR BENTLEY. From the results of various loads tried in France, we recommend the following setting for… | ||
| scan0107 | Instructions for shock damper settings and parts on the Bentley 3½ litre chassis. | ||
| View original record | c. Hs/GWH. X242. BY/HEB4/M.12.9.33. BENTLEY 3½ LITRE CHASSIS. REAR SHOCK DAMPER SEC:7150. FRONT AXLE CONTROL DAMPER SEC:7160. Further to memo' BY/HEB2/M.3.6.33, please note that the Ball Pin loads for… | ||
| scan0108 | Settings for Bentley shock dampers on two production chassis. | ||
| View original record | X242 To By. from Hs/WB. Hs/WB.4/KT.19.9.33. Re. BENTLEY SHOCK DAMPERS. The settings of the shock dampers of the two production Bentley chassis modified by this Dept. and approved by the Test Dept.… | ||
| scan0109 | Proposed individual hand control for Bentley dampers, including specifications and material suggestions. | ||
| View original record | To BY. from HDY. [Handwritten Initials: TES] X242 c. Sg. Wor. S. Hs. Da. RHC. HDY.2/HP.10.1.34. Individual Hand Control for Dampers. - Bentley. We send herewith N. Sch.3941 which shows a device to… | ||
| scan0110 | Proposing an improved front damper fixing for Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | x242 To BY. from HDY. HDY.1/HP.15.2.34. c. Wer. H. Hs. Dav. HHGv Front Damper Fixing. Bentley. In view of the probable use, before long, of increased damper loads on the Bentley, it is thought that… | ||
| scan0111 | Scheme for applying metal mud excluders to Bentley rear shock damper ball joints. | ||
| View original record | X 242 To BY. from Da. Da.1/HP.6.3.34. c. WAH. E. Hs. WAG. AHC. Bentley - Shock Dampers. Herewith is N. Sch.4003 shewing the application of metal mud excluders to the rear shock damper ball joints, in… | ||
| scan0112 | Performance of adjustable shock absorbers on a Bentley test car. | ||
| View original record | X 242 To Sg. From Hs. c. to Nor. c. to E. c. to Ey. c. to Da. c. to Hdy. BENTLEY SHOCK ABSORBERS. The Bentley car which is at present running 10,000 miles is fitted with the Shock Absorbers which can… | ||
| scan0113 | The need for refinements, specifically controllable dampers, to maintain Bentley sales. | ||
| View original record | -2- If we wish to maintain the Bentley sales we cannot neglect any refinements. If we get agreement there is no reason why we cannot have this car running about with controllable dampers in a few… | ||
| scan0114 | Different types of shock absorbers for Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | H3 x242 To E. from Sg. To Hs. from Sg. Copy to Wor.Br. Da.Hdv. re Bentley Shock Absorbers. Sg7/E13.3.34 Referring to E.8/HP.10.3.34 and Hs.4/KW.9.3.34 I have noted with interest all that is said. I… | ||
| scan0115 | Introduction of controllable shock dampers on the Bentley 'C' Series and the location of their operating lever. | ||
| View original record | To E. from Sg. To Hs. from Sg. Sg7/E13.3.34 - 2 - along with the job of trying to get the RR scheme of controllable shock dampers on the Bentley so that they can be introduced on "C" Series. As… | ||
| scan0116 | Performance of different types of shock absorbers on experimental cars, including the Bentley. | ||
| View original record | 8242 To Sg. From Hs. c. to E. c. to Wor. c. to By. c. to Da. c. to Edy. Re. Bentley Shock Absorbers. Referring to Sg.7/F.13.3.34. Referring to the second paragraph of the above memo., on experimental… | ||
| scan0117 | Schemes for controllable shock absorbers on Bentley cars and the introduction of a foot switch. | ||
| View original record | X242 To Sg. from E. c. Wor. Hs. By. Ba. Hdy. Bentley Shock Absorbers. Referring to your memo Sg.7/E.13.3.34, we are putting in hand schemes for incorporating the RR. form of controllable shock damper… | ||
| scan0118 | Complaint case regarding Bentley Chassis No. B.145-AE and an owner's request for auxiliary dampers. | ||
| View original record | X242 S/W (Hs.) H8/H26.4.34. COMPLAINT CASE. Re: Bentley Chassis No. B.145-AE. Lt. Col. C.W.D. Rowe. ------------------- We understand from this owner that he wrote to you direct on the 24th inst. with… | ||
| scan0119 | Criticism of the suspension on a 3.5 Litre Bentley Chassis in Belgium and requesting recommendations for shock absorber settings. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Rm. Rm X242 BY/Cgh.10/G.30.4.34. 3 1/2 LITRE BENTLEY CHASSIS FOR THE CONTINENT. Sales Department state that when B-6-AE. was in Belgium they received criticism from several clients and retailers… | ||
| scan0120 | Letter to a customer regarding the suitability of standard Bentley shock absorbers for use on the Continent. | ||
| View original record | y/42 c. to H. (Sales). Expl. Dept. Hs.5/MJ. 2nd. May, 1934. Lt. Col. C.W.D.Rowe, Orton, Longueville, Nr. Peterborough. Dear Colonel Rowe, Your letter of the 24th.inst. as regards the shock absorbers… | ||
| scan0121 | Modifications to the rear damper brackets for a Bentley vehicle. | ||
| View original record | LES 4242 To BY. from HDY. HDY.1/HP.8.5.34. c. Wor. E. Hs. Da. HHG. Attachment of the Rear Dampers to the Frame. Bentley. N. Scheme 4042 herewith shews modifications to the rear damper brackets to give… | ||
| scan0122 | Fitment of a Bentley rear damper fixing to a Bumper Chassis for E.R. Hall's car. | ||
| View original record | RHC. + M42 Hs/Les.2/KW. 2.6.34. Bentley Rear Damper Fixing - N. Sch. 4042. Will you please fit the above scheme to the Bumper Chassis and have another set of parts in existence in case it is wanted… | ||
| scan0123 | Request to supply a pair of front dampers for Bentley Chassis 15-AE and return the old ones for examination. | ||
| View original record | X242 To Hd. Hs/Les.4/KW.29.5.34. Bentley Chassis 15-AE. Will you please supply a pair of front dampers for the above chassis, so that we can have the dampers which are at present fitted, back for our… | ||
| scan0124 | The transfer of 4 shock dampers with 3 position control from car 4-B-IV to the Repair Department. | ||
| View original record | X242 To RHC. Hs/Les.12/KW.29.5.34. Shock Dampers off 4-B-IV. Will you please send the 4 shock dampers with 3 position control, which have been removed from 4-B.IV over to the Repair Department. These… | ||
| scan0125 | Request to fit controllable dampers to a 1-B-IV Saloon for a demonstration. | ||
| View original record | RHC. X242 Hs/Les.10/KW.25.6.34. 1-B-IV Saloon. Will you please fit up a set of controllable dampers on the above car similar to those on 4-B-IV, so that we can demonstrate to London the effect of… | ||
| scan0126 | Revised, cost-reducing scheme for the Bentley rear damper suspension. | ||
| View original record | +242 2-7 To BY. from HDY. HDY.1/HP.29.6.34. C.c. for Mr. HS. [illegible] Mr. Olley. Rear Damper Suspension - Bentley. N. Sch.4110 herewith is a revised scheme which supersedes N.Sch.4042. We have… | ||
| scan0127 | Specifying the settings for Bentley controllable dampers. | ||
| View original record | By. c. to E. c. to Hdy. c. to Wor. X242 Hs/Les.17/KW.6.7.34. Bentley Controllable Damper Settings. These are exactly similar to those instructed for the 25 HP. chassis in our Hs/Les.1/KW.13.6.34… | ||
| scan0128 | Combination of friction and hydraulic shock dampers for vehicles. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. and WGr. from E. c. HS. By. Combined Friction and Hydraulic Shock Dampers. As we rather anticipated, the Hartford shock dampers we added to E.R.Hall's Bentley are greatly appreciated for… | ||
| scan0129 | Standardisation of parts for governor controlled shock dampers. | ||
| View original record | RR 7589N (BH) (S7312, 29-12-33) BM. 3/640/2 COMPLETED 18.10.34 BENTLEY STANDARDISATION of PARTS. Date 21-9-34 Date 25.6.34 X No. 242 Drawing No. Part List Description of Parts. GOVERNOR CONTROLLED… | ||
| scan0130 | Estimated cost for extra tooling and equipment for the 'C' series chassis production. | ||
| View original record | WRAITH STANDARDISATION OF PARTS Est. cost of extra jigs, tools and equipment (Sft/Ws.3.9.34) £283.0.0 Could be brought on to production at 101st chassis in "C" series (Sft/GH.3.9.34) without scrap. | ||
| scan0131 | The settings for the 25 HP and Bentley Shock Damper Governor Unit. | ||
| View original record | To Mx. c. to By. X42 Hs/Les.8/KW.5.11.34. 25 HP. and Bentley Shock Damper Governor Unit. ------------------------------------ We herewith attach a complete list of the 25 HP. shock damper governor… | ||
| scan0132 | Table of pressure readings for 25 HP production governor units. | ||
| View original record | PRESSURE READINGS FOR PRODUCTION GOVERNOR UNITS. 25 HP. Table 1: Speed: Spindle R.P.M., Road M.P.H. 63, 10 127, 20 190, 30 253, 40 316, 50 380, 60 443, 70 Gov. Range lbs/sq.in.: 1 1.75 3 4.5 6 8 10.5… | ||
| scan0133 | Inquiring about damping ratios and potential issues with the Bentley Shock Damper Control. | ||
| View original record | +42 To Hs. from Sg. Copy to Wor.E. [underlined] Re Bentley Shock Damper Control. [underlined] Sg7/E26.11.34 [underlined] Would you please let me know the ratio between the standard damping prior to… | ||
| scan0134 | Load settings for the Bentley Shock Damper Control. | ||
| View original record | 242 To Sg. from Hs/Rm. C. to Wor. C. to E. Hs/Rm.19/KW.29.11.34. Bentley Shock Damper Control. Sg7/E.26.11.34. The existing Bentley shock absorber load is 80 lbs. With a governor controlled damper the… | ||
| scan0135 | Ordering flexible connections from one supplier while holding off on another for the Bentley 'E' Series chassis. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Rm. Rm ROY/MS1/P.22.1.35. As suggested, kindly note we are ordering the Flexible Connections FB.1162 from the Power Flexible Co. until such time as you have had further experience of the Gabriel… | ||
| scan0136 | Recommendation to proceed with an order for flexible connections for shock absorbers from an existing supplier. | ||
| View original record | X42 To Roy: Hs/Rm.2/KW. 25.1.35. Replying to Roy/Ms.1/P.22.1.35, we recommend that you do not hold up the Flexible Connection for the shock absorbers, obtained from the Power Flexible Co., but order… | ||
| scan0137 | The ride control governor pressures for the Bentley and 20/25 HP models. | ||
| View original record | +n2 W/P - Sr/VA. Hs/Les.5/KW.2.3.35. Re: Ride Control, Bentley & 20/25 HP. -------------------------------- Re your VA3/ET.23.2.35. in x 5520 I am sending you a copy of the governor pressures for a 25… | ||
| scan0138 | Brochure for the 3½-Litre Bentley 'The Silent Sports Car' and a reprinted article from 'The Motor' on its driver-controlled suspension. | ||
| View original record | [Left Page] 3½-LITRE BENTLEY The Silent Sports Car BENTLEY MOTORS (1931) LTD DIRECTORS A. F. SIDGREAVES, A. WORMALD, W. M. COWEN, CAPT. W. BARNATO 16 Conduit Street London W.1 TELEPHONE MAYFAIR 4412… | ||
| scan0139 | Article detailing a new system where hydraulic shock absorber settings are varied by vehicle speed and manual control. | ||
| View original record | NEW SYSTEM IN WHICH THE SETTING OF HYDRAULIC SHOCK ABSORBERS IS VARIED BY SPEED & MANUAL CONTROL The new Bentley steering column, showing the small lever at the bottom by means of which the driver can… | ||
| scan0140 | Query regarding moving the front shock absorber connections to the axle ends on a Bentley and whether this requires new axle dies. | ||
| View original record | X742 RHC. Hs/Rn. 24/KW. 25.4.35. Front Shock Absorber Connections moved out to the ends of the Axle - Bentley. We understand from By. that he has now completed the details of these schemes. We should… | ||
| scan0141 | Recommendation to increase the bolt size for the Bentley rear shock damper connecting tube following a component failure. | ||
| View original record | +242 To By. c. to Hd. Hs/Les. 8/KW. 1.5.35. Bentley Rear Shock Damper Connecting Tube. In view of the failure of the two 2-B-A bolts securing the top cap to the tube on Bernard Hopps' car B-22-DG, we… | ||
| scan0142 | Design of Bentley shock absorbers and the combination of hydraulic and dry friction. | ||
| View original record | To E. c. to Wor. c. to By. c. to Da. c. to Hdy. X242 Ha/Rm.9/KW.1.5.35. Shock Absorbers - Bentley. For some considerable time we have been thinking that we could with advantage alter the general… | ||
| scan0143 | The practicality of using a hydraulic damper from the Phantom on a lighter car, and considerations for a compact design. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Rm/9/KW.1.5.35. Of course the present hydraulic damper was designed for the Phantom, and its weight cannot be justified for a car weighing 33 cwts. Obviously the decision as to whether it is… | ||
| scan0144 | Request to modify the part numbers for existing tubes and valves. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. x242 Hs/Les.10/KW.16.5.35. Will you please modify :- 2. Existing Tubes Ex.17558 to Hs.1972. 2. Existing Valves Ex.17556 to Hs.1973. Hs/Les. | ||
| scan0145 | Test results and design analysis of a Bentley and Draper shock absorber. | ||
| View original record | W/K - KC. Hs/Les.5/KW.24.5.35. Thank you for your report of our tests and the information on the Bentley and Draper shock absorber. This information is very useful. Looking at the drawing shows that… | ||
| scan0146 | Standardisation of parts for a modification to the governor valve in the shock damper governor unit. | ||
| View original record | COMPLETED 4.9.35. RR 7859 (SH) (69654. 19-9-34) BM. S/1832/5. BENTLEY STANDARDISATION OF PARTS. Description of Parts. MODIFICATION TO GOVERNOR VALVE IN SHOCK DAMPER GOVERNOR UNIT. Origin. To overcome… | ||
| scan0147 | Cost estimate for jigs, tools, and equipment for the 'G' series chassis production. | ||
| View original record | BENTLEY STANDARDISATION OF PARTS Est. cost of jigs, tools and equipment (Sft/Ws.28.6.35)£9.0.0. Could be brought on to production at 1st chassis in "G" series. | ||
| scan0148 | Request to connect the front shock dampers to the axle with connecting tubes. | ||
| View original record | X 242 To RHC. Hs/Les.1/KW.1.10.35. 3-B-IV. Will you please connect the front shock dampers to the axle with connecting tubes as used for rear dampers. This is to avoid using the present axle control.… | ||
| scan0149 | The trial of Autolock Dampers on 25 HP and Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. X 242 Hs/Les.10/KW.10.12.35. Autolock Dampers on 25 HP. and Bentley chassis. We want to try N.Sch.4525 on both Bentley and 25 HP. chassis. For this we shall need some main cylinders similar to… | ||
| scan0150 | Requesting Autolock dampers for 25 HP and Bentley chassis, specifying the need for 3 point fixings. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. xur Hs/Les.16/KW.14.12.35. Autolock Dampers for 25 HP. and Bentley. Re Hs/Les.10/KW.10.12.35. In asking for Autolock dampers for 25 HP. and Bentley chassis we require them for both front and… | ||
| scan0151 | Requesting a summary of complaints regarding rear shock absorber knocks. | ||
| View original record | W/K - Mr. Clarke. X242 HS/Les.12/JH.17.3.36. We understand that you are experiencing complaints of rear shock absorber knocks. It is suggested here that certain of these are due to the suspension… | ||
| scan0152 | Acknowledging receipt of information about shock absorber knocks and requesting to be notified of any future issues. | ||
| View original record | X242 W/K - KC. Hs/Les. 7/JH. 25.3.36. SHOCK ABSORBER KNOCKS. Thank you for your information in your K/KC/20.3.36. This is just the kind of thing I was requiring I should certainly like to be informed… | ||
| scan0153 | Causes of Bentley rear shock damper knocks and related component issues. | ||
| View original record | To Hd. c. to E. c. to By. c. to Hdy. x242 Ha/Les.5/KW.25.3.36. Bentley Rear Shock Damper Knocks. Re Hd/SB.3/HR.12.3.36. Although we have seen 5 rear damper suspension plates which show slight signs of… | ||
| scan0154 | Complaints of knocking sounds from hydraulic shock dampers, specifically on Bentley rear dampers. | ||
| View original record | Ex: H: Hsy. Hs. Lor. Please see me Rm Hd/SB3/HR.12.3.36. re COMPLAINTS OF KNOCKS FROM HYDRAULIC SHOCK DAMPERS. ------------------------ Complaints of knocks from shock dampers seem quite prevalent… | ||
| scan0155 | List of cars that have had new bushes fitted to their shock damper shafts, with additional handwritten notes. | ||
| View original record | To Cli. 28-1-36. Herewith a list of cars, the shock dampers of which have had new bushes fitted to the shafts:- GAF-9 GAE-17 GFE-3 GLG-81 GFE-34 GRF-31 GFE-21 GYH-18 GSF-78 9-RY 171-TA 16-PY 101-TA… | ||
| scan0156 | Analysis of shock absorber knocks recorded for quarterly complaint purposes. | ||
| View original record | L.E.S. Hs/Les. K/KC/20.3.36. re SHOCK ABSORBER KNOCKS. Hs/LES12/JH17-3-36 Rear I give below an analysis of the shock absorber knocks as recorded for quarterly complaint purposes from the 1st October… | ||
| scan0157 | Analysing customer complaints of 'knocks' and investigating potential causes, including loose front shock dampers and frame bolts. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - forward bolts secure the bracket to the centre section of the frame side member. Incidentally we periodically find the front shock dampers loose on their securing bolts. Is this perhaps where… | ||
| scan0158 | The costs and parts required for modifying the governor control to dampers. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. Hs/Std.17/KW.15.4.36. Chassis Costs - Governor Control to Dampers. Referring to E/Lid.1/HP.8.4.36 (copy attached), we have looked into this, and agree with the remarks in the above memo. In… | ||
| scan0159 | Cost-saving proposal comparing the governor control pipes on the 25/30 HP and Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | COPY. Hs. c. to Wor. By. Da. Hdy. E/Lid.1/HP.8.4.36. Chassis Costs - 25/30 HP. and Bentley. Governor Control to Dampers. On the 25/30 HP. Chassis we use a coiled copperpipe to bridge the gap between… | ||
| scan0160 | Standardisation of a coiled copper pipe for the governor control to dampers on a Bentley chassis to achieve a cost saving. | ||
| View original record | LES - Understand pipe got hammered and a shorter pipe can be standardised avoiding this trouble. Is this so Rm HS. c. Wor. By. E/Lid.3/HP.3.7.36. Chassis Costs - Bentley. Governor Control to Dampers.… | ||
| scan0161 | Standardisation of coiled copper pipe for the governor control to dampers on a Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | Any reason why Les [crossed out] Rin. says XAV prepare a Std Sheet & then see him Hs. --- c. Wor. By. E/Lid.1/HP.25.9.36. K.W. Chassis Costs - Bentley. ------------------------- Governor Control to… | ||
| scan0162 | Querying the increased cost of the Bentley improved axle control compared to what was previously stated. | ||
| View original record | 262 Rm/Les. from Rm. Rm6/R.26.11.36. BENTLEY IMPROVED AXLE CONTROL. RR. Sch. 966. Sft. once said these were going to be cheaper, but Standardisation Sheet says 13/11d. more. Can you find out how this… | ||
| scan0163 | Standardisation of a copper pipe from the shock damper governor unit to the frame, for cost reduction. | ||
| View original record | RR 753B (roll) 88620 12-8-35 W.H.K. 2x500 BENTLEY STANDARDISATION of PARTS. COMPLETED 19.1.37. Date 18/12/36 X No. 242. Drawing No. Description of Parts: COPPER PIPE FROM SHOCK DAMPER GOVERNOR UNIT TO… | ||
| scan0164 | Cost of new tools and the production start for the 'L' series chassis. | ||
| View original record | Estimated cost of new tools - Nil. Could be brought on to production at the 1st. chassis in "L" series (without scrap) [Stamp] WO OCT 1936 RECEIVED | ||
| scan0165 | Customer complaints about harsh riding on Bentley chassis due to high initial shock damper loading. | ||
| View original record | BY c to Rm. 242 Hd/SB10/HR.22.2.37. Les do to cpen re SHOCK DAMPERS. Bentley Chassis. ---------------- We have recently dealt with two serious complaint cases in which the Owners complain of harsh… | ||
| scan0166 | Increasing the initial shock damper poundage for Bentley cars destined for France. | ||
| View original record | 242. By. from Rm/Les. c. Hd/SB. Rm/Les4/R.23.2.37. BENTLEY SHOCK DAMPER INITIAL LOADS. Hd/SB10/HR.22.2.37. As far as we know Sr. was the only person who found it necessary to increase the initial… | ||
| scan0167 | From France complaining about the poor performance of Gordon Armstrong rear dampers. | ||
| View original record | 143. 242 Les HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. Indre. France. Rm/GWH/IMW/6/JAB. 12th March 1937. To. Rm. o. Rm/GWH. 3. B. IV. Gordon Armstrong Rear Dampers. Further to Rm/Les.14/M.22.2.37, we are very… | ||
| scan0168 | Adjustment of Gordon Armstrong rear dampers to prevent pitching. | ||
| View original record | Rm/GWH/IMW from Rm/Les. S to Rm/GWH. Rm/Les6/R.17.3.37. GORDON ARMSTRONG REAR DAMPERS - 3 B.IV. Re. Rm/GWH/IMW/6/JAB.12.3.37. It is not surprising that you require more load to prevent pitching… | ||
| scan0169 | Blueprints and required parts for a modified Bentley shock damper piston. | ||
| View original record | HPS. c. Rm. c. Rm/Les. 242 BY/Ald.16/G.1.12.37. BENTLEY - RE: SHOCK DAMPERS. Please receive herewith two blueprints of S.CD.229 Modified Shock Damper Piston, together with blue-prints of the following… | ||
| scan0170 | Instruction to replace a collapsed valve on Bentley shock dampers with a new part. | ||
| View original record | HPS. c. Rm. c. Rm/Les. 242 BY/Ald.21/G.20.1.38. BENTLEY - SHOCK DAMPERS. Please receive herewith two prints of the following Ex.S.434 Valve 2 off. This replaces Ex.S.310 which has collapsed under… | ||
| scan0171 | Requesting the manufacture of one set of new Bentley shock damper parts for testing rubber glands. | ||
| View original record | HPS. [Strikethrough] c. Rm. c. Rm/Les. 24B. BY/Ald.2/G.12.2.38. BENTLEY - SHOCK DAMPERS. Please receive herewith two blueprints of the following new drawings :- Ex.S.483 Housing - Gland Test. 1 off.… | ||