Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Specification for a gearbox and related components for a Bentley III Chassis undergoing a French Test. | ||
| View original record | 400b. To HPS. c. Rm/Gryls. c. By/IS. c. Da/Hdy. c. Da/TWD. By/CRL.2/E.22.8.38. Bentley III Chassis 8-B-V for French Test. Herewith is a complete specification of the Gear Box to be fitted to the above… | ||
| scan0002 | Parts list detailing updates and replacements for motion shafts, servo drive, and reverse gear. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - By CRL.2/E.22.8.38 1st & 3rd Mot.Shaft - contd. 1-Hoffmann Bearing No.345 Rep. Hoff. 335. 1-GB.3921 End Washer 2nd Speed " New Piece. 1-GB.3922 Thrust Washer 2nd speed " GB.3387. 2-GB.3923… | ||
| scan0003 | List of parts and procedures for the reverse gear, change gear, and servo motor mechanisms. | ||
| View original record | -3- By/CRL.2/E.22.8.38. Reverse Gear - continued. GB.4004 Rever Shaft replacing GB.3404. GB.4003 Bush - Reverse Shaft " GB.3405. Change Gear Mechn - Sec.6080. LOP.GB.3775. Complete to the above LOP.… | ||
| scan0004 | Urgent memo requesting the fitting of rear brake rods with spherical ends before the car is taken on the road. | ||
| View original record | 400b. To HPC. Rm/JBD.1/JH.22.8.38. S.B.V. Will you please fit the rear brake rods from the equalizer with the spherical ends to SOD.827. This is urgent as the car as it is now fitted is likely to… | ||
| scan0005 | Requesting modification to the 8.B.V. Brakes to clear a foul between operating rods and shock damper arms. | ||
| View original record | 400b. To HPS. c. to Rm/JBD. Rm/AFM.10/JH.22.8.38. 8.B.V. Brakes. There is a foul between the transverse rear brake operating rods and the shock damper arms, on this car. To clear the foul it will be… | ||
| scan0006 | Cover sheet for a list of troubles met with in mounting a coachwork body. | ||
| View original record | S 400b. To By. c. to Da/Ev. Rm/FD.3/JH.27.8.38. 8.B.5. Coachwork. Attached is a list of troubles met with in mounting the above body. Park Wards should be notified to avoid similar errors being made… | ||
| scan0007 | List of ten issues and required modifications for a Bentley 8.B.V. vehicle body. | ||
| View original record | BENTLEY 8.B.V. Body No.B.283. (1) Front ends of bottom sides too close. Had to be beaten in to clear sides of chassis. (2) Not sufficient clearance allowed between chassis X member and metal flooring… | ||
| scan0008 | List of faults noted during a 130-mile week-end test run of vehicle 8.B.V. | ||
| View original record | 400 b. To Rm/FD. from Rm/Gry. FOR LOG BOOK. Rm/Gry.1/MH.29.8.38. 8.B.V. Week-end run of about 130 miles. The following points were noted:- (1) Sunshine roof leaks at the offside rear corner. (2) Spare… | ||
| scan0009 | Faults with the gearbox, wireless radio, and interior lighting. | ||
| View original record | -2- (12) Gearbox. When in overdrive the gear lever clicks every time the throttle is closed. The lever rattles on torque reaction periods. The second speed cannot always be engaged because of cone… | ||
| scan0010 | List of modifications required on chassis 8.B.V. prior to going to France. | ||
| View original record | To HFS. from Rm/Cr. c. Rm/Gry. c. By/HLR. c. By/CRB. c. By/AD. c. By/CS. c. Rm/IMD. c. Rm/FD. 4008 MODIFICATIONS REQUIRED ON 8.B.V. PRIOR TO GOING TO FRANCE. Will you please make the following… | ||
| scan0011 | Specification sheet detailing various vehicle components and their associated part numbers or instructions. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/Cr.2/WH.29.8.38. Springs. Rear springs (1000 lbs. 7" deflection) FB.3922. Lubrication FCD.685. Aft rear shackles FCD.690. Spring mounting FCD.787. Shock Dampers. Rear R.R. type. Mounting… | ||
| scan0012 | List of modifications and parts for the exhaust, engine, electrical, and steering systems of a vehicle. | ||
| View original record | -3- Rm/Cr.2/MN.29.8.38. Exhaust System. A Burgess silencer to be fitted. Rm/Syn. will supply this. Engine. Engine unit B.III No.5 as instructed by Rm/Swdl. Electrical. Modify front ignition tube for… | ||
| scan0013 | Instruction to prepare a new water pump for an 8.B.V. car for France, superseding previous instructions. | ||
| View original record | 400b. To HPS. Rm/Std.14/JH.31.8.38. WATER PUMP FOR 8.B.V. CAR FOR FRANCE. Will you please prepare a water pump to SCD.861 (details being drawn at the moment) as we wish to fit this to 8.B.V. car for… | ||
| scan0014 | Instruction to fit new rear springs to a car to set the ride correctly. | ||
| View original record | 400b. HPS. from Rm/AFM. Rm/AFM1/R.3.9.38. 8.B.V. REAR SPRINGS. Will you please fit the new rear springs for this car (already instructed) as soon as possible, as without them it is impossible to get… | ||
| scan0015 | Arrangements for a new B.B.V. radiator for a B.III test car. | ||
| View original record | 400b To HPS. from Rm/Std. c. RM/IMW. c. RM/FD. Rm/Std.6/MH.8.9.38. 8.B.V. RADIATOR. As this car may be the one B.III car to run 15,000 miles prior to B.III going on production, we wish it to run with… | ||
| scan0016 | Specification for S.B.V. front shock dampers to be sent to France. | ||
| View original record | d 400 f. To HP. from Rm/C1m. c. to HPS/WB. Rm/C1m.3/JH.12.9.38. S.B.V. Shock Dampers. The following is the specification of the front shock dampers which we wish to send to France on this car. Casings… | ||
| scan0017 | Pinion bearing losing preload in a semi-floating rear axle, requesting specific measurements be taken. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm/mw c. Rm/ID y 400b - To HPS. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.11/MH.14.9.38. SEMI-FLOATING REAR AXLE. The last 20 hours run on the dyno caused the pinion bearing to lose all its preload. From a visual… | ||
| scan0018 | List of required items and modifications for a 15,000-mile test on a S.B.V. Bentley III vehicle. | ||
| View original record | To HP. 66 SP Rm/IMW.4/JH.14.9.38. S.B.V. Bentley III. The following items are required for 15,000 miles test in addition to those in Rm/Cr.2/MH.29.8.38. Should these not be available before the car… | ||
| scan0019 | List of modifications and notes on vehicle components and specifications. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/IMW.4/JH.12.9.38. Exhaust suspensions to be turned round through 90° to give increased sideways flexibility. Spare wheel bracket to be lined up to accomodate wheel cover in well. FCD.859. Hole… | ||
| scan0020 | Cover memo for a list of possible 'C' series modifications to the Wraith model. | ||
| View original record | 4006 also 600 To By. from Rm. c. RHC. Rm.4/MH.16.9.38. MODIFICATIONS TO WRAITH. To give production some indications of possible 'C' series modifications, the attached list has been produced. You will… | ||
| scan0021 | List of certain and probable 'C' Series improvements for the Wraith model. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Rm/Gry. c. RHC. Rm/Gry.5/MH.16.9.38. WRAITH. 'C' SERIES IMPROVEMENTS. CERTAIN. (1) Carb drain pipes. ECD.895. 8.B.V. (2) 36 slot dynamo. 8.B.V. (3) 2½ turn regulator. (4) 16 volt… | ||
| scan0022 | Numbered list of possible component modifications and parts. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/Gry.5/MH.16.9.38. POSSIBLE. (1) Lower geared steering. (2) Roller follower F.89511. (3) Pin synchromesh. no cars. (4) Front damper valves ExS.827/8/9. (5) New exhaust system. (6) Cheap inlet… | ||
| scan0023 | Modification of the front pan to accommodate improved geometry steering levers for vehicle 8.B.V. | ||
| View original record | 400 b. To HPS. c. to Rm/IMW. Rm/FJH.14/JH.16.9.38. 8.B.V. Steering. It is intended that the improved geometry levers should follow 8.B.V. to France and be fitted out there. These levers necessitate a… | ||
| scan0024 | Request to alter a car's log book to reflect a new engine number. | ||
| View original record | 4006 D/I. Rm/FD.8/JH.17.9.38. re 8.B.5. Will you please have the log Book altered on the above car to suit the new engine number. Old Number B.2. No.4 Unit. New Number B.3 No.5 Unit. Rm/FD. | ||
| scan0025 | Request to manufacture 6 bushes from Tufnol Carp Brand material for a petrol pump on an 8.B.III. | ||
| View original record | r 400b. To HPS. from Rm/JBD. Rm/JBD.1/MH.19.9.38. Will you please make 6 Bushes in Tufnol Carp Brand material to the attached sketch. Two of these are urgently required for the petrol pump on 8.B.III.… | ||
| scan0026 | Request to fit a thermometer pocket in the main oil pipe for the B.III No.5 unit. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/Swdl. r 400b 9 Rm/Swdl.5/MH.19.8.38. B.III NO.5 UNIT (8.B.V.) Will you please fit a thermometer pocket in the main oil pipe from the pump to the relief valve in the above unit.… | ||
| scan0027 | Request to fit a thermometer union and pocket, and to produce and test water pump thrust rings made from Tufnol material. | ||
| View original record | Y 400 b To HPS. from Rm/Std. Rm/Std.2/MH.19.9.38. 8.B.V. - WATER PUMP AND THERMOMETER. Confirming our verbal request, will you please put a thermometer union in the radiator top tank of this car, and… | ||
| scan0028 | Request to detail an aluminium fan pulley and hub for a car undergoing a 15,000-mile test in France. | ||
| View original record | 4006 To By/Ald. from Rm/Std. Rm/Std.3/MH.19.9.38. Will you please detail for us as soon as possible a fan pulley similar to EXS.924, and fan hub similar to EXS. 923 but in aluminium, of a suitable die… | ||
| scan0029 | List of features for a steering specification. | ||
| View original record | To By. From Rm/PJH. c.c. Da. c.c. By/NS. 400b also 450 Rm/FJH.8/MH.20.9.38. B.III STEERING SPECIFICATION. We give below a list of the features which will either be fitted to 8.B.V. before the 10,000… | ||
| scan0030 | Instruction to replace the clutch servo spring with a pull-off spring for Chassis 8.B.V. Unit 5.B.III. | ||
| View original record | 400b. To HPC. Rm/NRC.7/JH.22.9.38. Chassis 8.B.V. Unit 5.B.III. Please omit the clutch servo spring and fit in its place a pull off spring. If this is finally preferred after further trial, the… | ||
| scan0031 | Standard Wraith parts to be fitted to a Bentley III - 8.B.V. | ||
| View original record | 400b To HPS. from Rm/IMW. c. Rm/FD. Rm/IMW.8/MH.23.9.38. BENTLEY III - 8.B.V. Diagonal Body Stays. Will you please supply the following standard Wraith parts:- FW.1723 - Diagonal stays - 2 off. D.8593… | ||
| scan0032 | Delay and production issues of a water pump for the 15,000 miles car 8.B.V. | ||
| View original record | H.506 also 1269 To HPS. Rm/Std.11/JH.23.9.38. WATER PUMP FOR 15,000 miles car 8.B.V. In memo. Rm/Std.14/JH.31.8.38. we advised you that we required a water pump to SCD.861 for 8.B.V. car for France,… | ||
| scan0033 | Test report detailing modifications carried out on a Bentley III 15,000 miles test car. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. c. to Da. c. to All testers. c. to Log Book. 4.00 b- also LCO Rm/IMW.6/JH.27.9.38. 8.B.V. - Bentley III. 15,000 miles test car. The following work has been carried out since the car was… | ||
| scan0034 | List of modifications and defects noted on a vehicle's control systems. | ||
| View original record | -2- The minimum position is fixed by the GB.3564 lever coming against the gearbox casing and is not apparent when dismantled. 7. Control rod to damper unit lengthened to obtain zero position in… | ||
| scan0035 | List of vehicle faults and issues identified for correction, page 3. | ||
| View original record | -3- Rm/IMW.6/JH.27.9.38. 14. Clutch withdrawal bearing seized up. The scheme to overcome this GSD.824, will be required. 15. Clutch slip prevents restart on 1 in 4 gradient possibly due to deficiency… | ||
| scan0036 | Faults found during a 15,000-mile test of a Bentley III test car. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/FD. c. for Log Book. 400b also 404 Rm/IMW.1/JH.28.9.38. 8.B.V - Bentley III. 15,000 miles test car. The following points have been noted in connection with the coachwork - (1) Sliding roof.… | ||
| scan0037 | List of parts identified as not being made from the correct specified materials. | ||
| View original record | 400b To HFS. c. Rm/Gry. c. Rm/IMW. 28.9.38. S.B.V. The following parts are not made of the correct material to specification :- FB.3507/8 Lower Triangle Lever - S/N. - made in C/S. FB.3313/4 Upper… | ||
| scan0038 | Notice specifying that bolts from the Acton Bolt Company are to be fitted with their heads painted yellow. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. c. Rm. c. Roy/Les. c. Rm/LMW. 40VL- S.B.V. 29.9.38. The following bolts produced by the Acton Bolt Company are fitted and the heads painted yellow Rm K.204/5 Starting handle bracket. K.304… | ||
| scan0039 | Non-specification parts fitted to the 8.B.V. chassis. | ||
| View original record | 400b To Rm. from HPS. c. Rm/Gry. c. Rm/IMW. Will you please note that the following pieces fitted to 8.B.V. chassis have not been produced in accordance with the specification :- FB.3507/8 Lower… | ||
| scan0040 | Proposal to modify the starting handle and centre lamp bracket to deal with flexibility. | ||
| View original record | HS/HPS c. Rm. [struck through] c. HPS/Mr.Steel [struck through] 400b. DA.18/G.4.10.38. S.B.5. STARTING HANDLE AND CENTRE LAMP BRACKET. To deal with the flexibility of the centre lamp support, using… | ||
| scan0041 | Impressions and criticisms from a test drive of a Bentley III 8.B.5. | ||
| View original record | Hoob To Rm.. from Mx. Mx.10/N.4.10.38. Bentley III. 8.B.5. On a run to Buxton and back today, I formed the following impressions. Generally the car is good and shows promise considering the early… | ||
| scan0042 | Request to replace soft dynamo rubbers with standard harder rubbers on an 8.B.V. chassis due to a failure. | ||
| View original record | 4006 To HPS. from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.2/MH.11.10.38. 8.B.V. CHASSIS. Will you please replace the soft dynamo rubbers on the above car by old standard harder rubbers (E.87011). The reason we are changing… | ||
| scan0043 | Instruction to fit stiffening plates to the rear brakes of cars 7.B.V. and 1.B.50. | ||
| View original record | 4006 also 806 EPS. from Rm/AFM. Rm/AFM8/R.11.10.38. REAR BRAKES - 7.B.V. and 1.B.50. Will you please fit the stiffening plates PD.275 to these cars when ready. Rm/AFM. | ||
| scan0044 | Providing an Order Number for the 15,000 miles test of a Bentley 8-B-V in France. | ||
| View original record | 400 b To Rm/FD. from HPS/WSC. ~~Rm/TMW.~~ Rm. HPS/WSC.9/BA.11.10.38. Re Testing in France Bentley 8-B-V. Please note the following Order Number has been taken out for the 15,000 miles test in France.… | ||
| scan0045 | Cooling tests carried out on the S.B.V. (B.III) car at Brooklands. | ||
| View original record | To Ry. from Rm/Std. c. HS. c. Da. c. RHC. c. De/Ev. S. By/CS. Handwritten: 400b. also 1320 REPORT ON COOLING TESTS CARRIED OUT ON S.B.V. (B.III) CAR AT BROOKLANDS. The above car was taken to… | ||
| scan0046 | Test report comparing the cooling performance of different fan configurations on various car models. | ||
| View original record | -2- (2) At low speeds full throttle (40 m.p.h. downwards) the B.III car with the wraith fan and a steam valve has a critical air temperature of 38.5°C which is entirely satisfactory. If no steam valve… | ||
| scan0047 | Results of cooling tests carried out on an 8 B V (B III) car at Brooklands. | ||
| View original record | RESULTS OF COOLING TESTS CARRIED OUT ON 8 B V (B III) CAR AT BROOKLANDS. TABLE DATA: CONDITION OF TEST AS REGARDS CAR. LOAD & SPEED CONDITIONS OF TEST TOP WATER TEMP °C. BOTTOM WATER TEMP °C.… | ||
| scan0048 | Performance test results for a B.B.V. Bentley III at Brooklands and on a dynamometer. | ||
| View original record | 400b. also. 1320 To Rm. COPY FOR FILES. TYPED 14.10.38. 8.B.V. Bentley III. Performance test at Brooklands and on dynamometer 28/30.9.38. 1. Dyno road wheel HP. r.p.m. 2,000 2,500 3,000 3,500 3,750.… | ||
| scan0049 | Cover memo forwarding a copy of another memo regarding B.III. | ||
| View original record | Hoob also 400 Rm/IMW. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gryl/R.17.10.38. Herewith, as requested by Rm. copy of Cx's memo on B.III. Cx 1/KN.10.10.38 sent to Sr. Rm/Gry. | ||
| scan0050 | 15,000-mile test of an 8.B.V. car, including performance on German Autobahns and comparisons to other Bentley models. | ||
| View original record | HOOb SECRET. By. from Rm. c. Hs. Mx. c. W/P - Sr. Rm5/R.18.10.38. 8.B.V. 15,000 Miles' Test. We covered 1,500 miles on this car between Tuesday night and Friday night. We spent Saturday and Sunday at… | ||
| scan0051 | The development and testing of the B.III prototype Bentley, with preliminary performance figures. | ||
| View original record | -2- It is almost impossible to imagine how bad the suspension and directional stability of an 'M' Series Bentley is on a moderate French road until one has tried B.III. There is no doubt that B.III… | ||
| scan0052 | Internal memorandum discussing delays on new pivots, driver instructions for a B.III car, and future testing of steering components. | ||
| View original record | Hook Rm/IMW. from Rm. Rm9/R.18.10.38. 8.B.V. As I anticipated the new pivots have been delayed. The reason for this delay is that when they got the forgings off the dies they were scrap. You can,… | ||
| scan0053 | Request to urgently air mail a replacement Bentley Radiator Matrix to a test car in France. | ||
| View original record | 400b. To D/EF. from HPS/WSC. Rm/Std. HPS/WSC.21/BA.19.10.38. O/52483. Re: Testing in France 8-B-V. [signature] (SJD) Will you please forward per Air Mail to-day certain to Mr.I.M.Waller, c/o… | ||
| scan0054 | Instructions for removing the matrix unit from a radiator. | ||
| View original record | 400b VIA AIR MAIL. Rm/IMW. from Rm/Std. Rm/Std1/R.19.10.38. INSTRUCTIONS FOR REMOVING MATRIX UNIT. (1) Remove shell complete with grill from radiator by undoing top and bottom fixing screws and bolts.… | ||
| scan0055 | Telegram requesting a new radiator matrix following damage caused by a pheasant. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAM Charges to pay: 400B RECEIVED: PM 1 00 OFFICE STAMP: DERBY 19 OCT 38 From: 188 CL 1215 19 CHATEAUROUX 12 To: ROYCAR DERBY ROBOTHAM PLEASE SEND WEW RADIATOR MATRIX DAMAGED BY… | ||
| scan0056 | Telegram requesting a new radiator matrix that was damaged by a pheasant. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 144A-43983-6-7-37 WHK 4006 ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE Time Received: 1-10 Date: 19-10-38 To: Mr Car By: DB from: Chateauroux 12-15 19th Wds Message: Robotham please send WEW… | ||
| scan0057 | Typed report detailing communications and issues found with a Bentley III vehicle. | ||
| View original record | CHILDS 400b To. Rm. CHATEAUROUX. I/.19.10.38. 8.B.V. - BENTLEY III. We have received the following communications for which we thank you. 1). Rm/RC.I/JH.15.10.38. We will leave the battery terminals… | ||
| scan0058 | Valve tappet clearances and a design suggestion for front suspension lubrication. | ||
| View original record | ( 2 ) The valves had lost .001" to .002" tappet clearance and the exhaust valve of No I cylinder had only .003" clearance indicating a loss of .005". All were re-set at .008". DA We would like to urge… | ||
| scan0059 | Instructions for forwarding a new matrix unit and returning a damaged one by air mail. | ||
| View original record | 400b WH q 18.10.38. WALLER VINGT-et-un, CHATEAUROUX. FORWARDING NEW MATRIX UNIT WITH INSTRUCTIONS FOR FITTING STOP RETURN DAMAGED MATRIX UNIT AIR MAIL PARTS REQUIRED 9.B.V. STEADMAN. | ||
| scan0060 | Secret memo detailing first impressions and a test drive of car model B.III, comparing it to other models. | ||
| View original record | 400b also 1245- S E C R E T. To Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby............ Hs. Copy to By. Rm. George V Sr.I/BT.20.10.38 The object of this memo is to describe, if possible, my impressions of B.III. A very… | ||
| scan0061 | Road test report comparing the driving impressions of the Wraith and other experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | SrI/ET.20.10.38 - 2 - We move off. Immediate impression: the WRAITH. Engine quietness, gear box ease of action, silence of intermediate gears. After a short run, I was immediately convinced of the… | ||
| scan0062 | Critical review of car performance, discussing steering, ride control, horns, and handling issues. | ||
| View original record | SrI/ET.20.10.38 - 3 - You see therefore that, in all sincerity, I started off unconvinced and prepared to criticise to the limit, and I am obliged to state quite frankly that each car that is produced… | ||
| scan0063 | Report concluding with recommendations to improve steering and ride control damping. | ||
| View original record | SrI/ET.20.10.38 - 4 - To resume this I am sorry to say very lengthy report, I feel certain that, with more maximum speed, a slightly more positive steering and a possibility of stiffening up the car… | ||
| scan0064 | Damage to a Bentley III caused by a pheasant strike, with several other noted issues and recommendations. | ||
| View original record | To, Rm. O. HFS. 400b CHATEAUROUX. 2/.20.10.38 8.B.V. - BENTLEY III. You will note that the matrix has been damaged. A pheasant hit the dummy shutters. The support strip half way up collapsed and was… | ||
| scan0065 | Receipt of parts, a trip report, and future testing and modification plans for a Bentley III vehicle. | ||
| View original record | 400b To. Rm. CHATEAUROUX. 3/.21.10.38. 8.B.V.- BENTLEY III. We have received the following for which we thank you. 1) Rm/Std.I/R.19.10.38. and Matrix Unit. We were most impressed with the promptitude… | ||
| scan0066 | To drivers about the 15,000 miles test for the Bentley III, warning them to drive cautiously to avoid accidents. | ||
| View original record | COPY TO RM. To. Rm/P.H.Rose " Rm/A.J.Gardiner " Rm/F.Hallam " Rm/F.Kennington. From Rm/IMW. CHATEAUROUX 4/.21.10.38. 15,000 MILES TEST Bentley III. Rm. has written to me that in view of the shortage… | ||
| scan0067 | Confirmation of a telegram from Derby regarding the dispatch of a new matrix unit. | ||
| View original record | CONFIRMATION OF TELEGRAM RECEIVED FROM DERBY. 12. AM. 21.10.38. FORWARDING NEW MATRIX UNIT WITH INSTRUCTIONS FOR FITTING STOP RETURN DAMAGED MATRIX UNIT AIRMAIL PARTS REQUIRED 9 BV STEADMAN. Jus. | ||
| scan0068 | Faults found on a Bentley III, including radiator, silentblocs, and various oil leaks. | ||
| View original record | 400b. To. Rm. CHATEAUROUX. 3./23.10.38. By C6/DA GRY APM 8.B.V.- BENTLEY III. The new radiator matrix has been fitted and the damaged unit returned to Derby. We had to modify the strap to suit the… | ||
| scan0069 | Suspension and steering modifications for a Bentley III, including a broken road spring and caster angle adjustments. | ||
| View original record | A.F.M. 400b. To. Rm. CHATEAUROUX.I./.23.10.38. 8.B.V.- BENTLEY III. You will note from the Daily Report that the centre bolt of the N.S.R. road spring broke yesterday. This allowed the top inter-leaf… | ||
| scan0070 | Responding to a report on a Bentley III car, addressing issues with a drain hole and front brake rod alignment. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from HPS. Handwritten: A.R.H. Any comments Puy HPS.1/BA.24.10.38. Bentley III No.8-B-V. Handwritten: 400 b. Re. the report on the above car, which is now in France. Item No.4 recommends that a… | ||
| scan0071 | With a sketch discussing an oil leak on the rear brakes from a wheel bearing. | ||
| View original record | 400/6 To Rm/IMW. from Rm/Gry. Chateauroux. Rm/Gry.5/MH.25.10.38. 8.B.V. With regard to your memo about oil getting on the rear brakes of this car, we are not quite sure how the oil is escaping from… | ||
| scan0072 | Compulsory use of yellow bulbs in France for the Bentley III. | ||
| View original record | To. Rm. 400b CHATEAUROUX.I/.25.10.38. 8.B.V.- BENTLEY III. We thank you for the spare bulbs received. In the meanwhile we have obtained some yellow bulbs suitable for the centre lamp. We find this a… | ||
| scan0073 | Various faults with a Bentley III, including ignition tracking, component wear, and oil leaks. | ||
| View original record | 4500b To. Rm. CHATEAUROUX. I./26.10.38. 8.B.V.- BENTLEY III. We thank you for the ignition cables received this morning. We are not fitting these yet as we have found that the short circuit from No 2… | ||
| scan0074 | Synchromesh inefficiency due to heat and suggesting a gearbox oil change. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/IMW. from Rm/Gry. Chateauroux. 4006 Rm/Gry.4/MH.26.10.38. We have been trying to think of reasons why the synchromesh becomes less efficient as the box gets hotter. A simple suggestion is that… | ||
| scan0075 | And providing body height measurements for the B.III model. | ||
| View original record | 400b. F.Doso Will you give me figures of body heights from ground & floor to roof of 10BII & 2BII To Rm. from Sg. re B.III Sg1/E271038 Rm Referring to the discussssion which took place the other… | ||
| scan0076 | Request to include various temperature readings in daily reports for a car. | ||
| View original record | 400 b To Rm/IMW - Chateauroux. Rm/Std.10/JH.27.10.38. 8.B.5. Water Temperature. We note that you do not include any temperatures of any kind in your daily report sheets for the above car. Will you… | ||
| scan0077 | Request to obtain four standard Dunlop tyres in France for a fly test on an 8.B.V vehicle. | ||
| View original record | H606 21/10/38. WALLER, VINGT-ET-UN, CHATEAUROUX. PLEASE OBTAIN IN FRANCE FOUR FLY DUNLOP STANDARD TYRES FOR TEST ON 8.B.V. ROBOTHAM W A Robotham | ||
| scan0078 | Requesting various temperature readings to be included in daily reports for a car. | ||
| View original record | 4006 To Rm/IMW - Chateauroux. Rm/Std.10/JH.27.10.38. 8.B.5. Water Temperature. We note that you do not include any temperatures of any kind in your daily report sheets for the above car. Will you… | ||
| scan0079 | Failures on a B.E.V. - BENTLEY III shock damper and rear damper link, with a diagram. | ||
| View original record | 450b. To. Rm. CHATEAUROUX I/.27.10.38. ALL TESTERS 8.B.V.- BENTLEY III. We beg to confirm our telephone communication this morning concerning the following items. 1) Rebound replenishing valve of… | ||
| scan0080 | Vehicle faults including brake wear and multiple oil leaks, with a diagram illustrating a proposed solution for an axle leak. | ||
| View original record | ( 2 ) 3) Tracking in Delco distributor cover and rapid wear of strengthened rubbing blocks. 4) Rapid wear of O.S.R. brake linings attributed to overheating and suggest reduced servo leverage to rear… | ||
| scan0081 | List of actions and observations regarding tyres, wheels, dampers, and a dry hub bearing. | ||
| View original record | ( 3 ) 8) We will obtain the body dimensions you require when the front damper is built up again. 9) We will obtain Dunlop 4 ply standard tyres as instructed. 10) We will contact with Sr. re Pilote… | ||
| scan0082 | Responding to notes on various issues with a Bentley III vehicle. | ||
| View original record | H006 To Rm/IMW. from Rm/AFM. Chateauroux. Rm/AFM.5/MH.27.10.38. 8.B.V. BENTLEY III. In reply to your notes. The bearing at the lower end of Wraith yoke has a 28000/23 (Rate 3) feed, whereas the B.III… | ||
| scan0083 | Confirmation of a telegram requesting a new brake drum for a rumbling OSR (Off-Side Rear) brake. | ||
| View original record | 400b. Confirmation of Telegram ROYCAR DERBY ROBOTHAM OSR BRAKE RUMBLED PLEASE SEND NEW DRUM WALLER I.M. Waller Hotel De France Chateauroux. Indre. | ||
| scan0084 | Telegram received by telephone reporting a rumbled brake and requesting a new drum. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. 4006 M.D. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Stamp: RECEIVED M.D. OUT 28 OCT 1938 Time Received: 12.45 Date: 28-10-38 To: Royce By: SS from: Chateauroux 28/ 10.05 11wds Message: Robotham… | ||
| scan0085 | Requesting replacement parts be sent by Air Mail for a car undergoing 15,000 miles trials in France. | ||
| View original record | 400b feb To D/Exp. from HPS/WSC Hd/FC. C/Eb. Rm/NRC. Rm/FC. Rm/AFM. HPS/WSC.S/BA.28.10.38. Re: Testing in France - 8-B-V. Will you please forward to Mr.I.M.Waller, per Air Mail, as quickly as possible… | ||
| scan0086 | The despatch of a 10' Thermoid faced clutch and a Delco distributor cover to Chateauroux. | ||
| View original record | Hobb To HPS/WSC. from Rm/NRC. Rm/NRC.8/MH.28.10.38. RE 8.B.V. Will you please despatch to Rm/IMW at Chateauroux, the 10" Thermoid faced clutch handed to you by the writer this afternoon. Please also… | ||
| scan0087 | Shock damper failures and modifications. | ||
| View original record | Hoob To Rm/IMW. from Rm/AFM. Chateauroux. Rm/ADM.11/MH.28.10.38. 8.B.V. - SHOCK DAMPERS. Front Refill valve failure. We do not think the failure is due to normal loading, as much higher pressures are… | ||
| scan0088 | Requesting the urgent dispatch of replacement car parts for a vehicle undergoing extended trials in France. | ||
| View original record | To [s]Stores.[/s] [s]Hdy/SC.[/s] [s]G.Abs.[/s] from HPS/WSC. Rm._______ 400 G. HPS/WSC.3/BA.28.10.38. 0/52483. Re: Testing in France. Will you please despatch per Air Mail to Mr.I.M. Waller, through… | ||
| scan0089 | Failed universal joint, body dimensions, and a faulty brake drum on a Bentley III. | ||
| View original record | hcab To. Em. F. Dono CHATEAUROUX. L/28.10.38. Please let me have similar figures for 7BW Lu 8.B.V.- BENTLEY III. Confirming our telephone conversation this morning, the needle roller bearings have… | ||
| scan0090 | Component failures and tests, including damper rubbers, gearbox temperatures, oil seals, and an exhaust manifold. | ||
| View original record | ( 2 ) We are sending you the piece which has split off one of the new rear damper link rubbers. It looks as if it is due to a fault in the rubber. Please send some more spares. Replying to… | ||
| scan0091 | Voltage control irregularity on a Bentley III, detailing electrical load and charging rates. | ||
| View original record | To. Rm. 400b CHATEAUROUX. I/.29.10.38. 8.B.V.- BENTLEY III. Thank you for your memo Rm/RC.24/JH.26.10.38. We have traced the apparent irregularity of the voltage control to a sticking ammeter needle… | ||
| scan0092 | Telephone report from Waller about a leak in a D.W.S. Jack. | ||
| View original record | 400G. Rm/Gry. from Rm. Rm6/R.29.10.38. Waller stated on the telephone the other day that the D.W.S. Jack was leaking at the top. He also said that the leak past the oil seal had nearly stopped. Rm. | ||
| scan0093 | Oil contamination in the cooling system of vehicle 8.B.V. and requesting further tests. | ||
| View original record | 4006 To Rm/ILW. from Rm/Std. Chateauroux. Rm/Std.7/MH.29.10.38. 8.B.V. COOLING SYSTEM. We have just received the damaged matrix unit returned off 8.B.V. and on examining interior of tanks of same, we… | ||
| scan0094 | Propeller shaft failure on vehicle 8.B.V. and arranging the return of the part. | ||
| View original record | Hook To Rm/IMW. from Rm/Gry. Chateauroux. Rm/Gry.5/MH.29.10.38. PROP. SHAFT FAILURE. We knew before you left on 8.B.V. that the maximum angularity of the rear joint was insufficient for max. bump plus… | ||
| scan0095 | Test report on the 8.B.V. Bentley III, detailing temperature readings, speedometer accuracy, buffer clearances, and propeller shaft judder. | ||
| View original record | 400b To. Rm. CHATEAUROUX. I/.30.10.38. 8.B.V.- BENTLEY III. Thank you for your memo Rm/Std.IO/JH.27.10.38. The average and maximum temperatures recorded at 20 mile intervals over 6,000 miles were as… | ||
| scan0096 | Use of an Oldsmobile front roll-rod on a Bentley III and requesting the correct replacement part. | ||
| View original record | 400b To. Rm. e. H.S. A.R.M Is this ready Rm No CHATEAUROUX. 3/.31.10.38. 8.B.V.- BENTLEY III. Please note that we are still running on the Oldsmobile front roll-rod. A .6875" diameter R.R. produced… | ||
| scan0097 | Reminding of a proposal to have a car (8.B.5.) fitted with new seats in Paris. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: 400bhp/h.a ms To Rm... from Da/EV. Da/Ev.6/N.31.10.38. Handwritten: I.M.W. [struck through] Please do this Rm Re: Van Vooren Seats. This is to remind you of the proposal that IMW. should… | ||
| scan0098 | Shock damper failures and oil leaks on a Bentley III, including diagnosis, repairs, and recommendations. | ||
| View original record | To. Rm. HOOK ABM CHATEAUROUX. 2/.31.10.38. 8.B.V.- BENTLEY III. File We thank you for your memo Rm/AFM.II/MH.28.10.38, re shock dampers with print SCD.830 enclosed, also for the new replenishing… | ||
| scan0099 | Issues with a brake drum, a failed spring centre bolt, and other damaged parts sent for examination. | ||
| View original record | ( 2 ) The black patches have very nearly disappeared off the O.S.R. brake drum with further running, so we shall not fit the new drum yet. The spring centre bolt which failed, was 5/16" diameter. The… | ||
| scan0100 | Breaking brackets on a Bentley III engine mount. | ||
| View original record | 4006 also Hdd To Rm/IMW. From Rm/AFM. Chateauroux. c. Rm/Wym. Rm/AFM.17/MH.31.10.38. BENTLEY III ENGINE MOUNT. We keep breaking the brackets holding the raised front engine mounting (triangular plate)… | ||
| scan0101 | Testing and modifications to a Bentley III propeller shaft to eliminate juddering. | ||
| View original record | 4006 To. Rm. [struck through] CHATEAUROUX. 1/.31.10.38. 8.B.V.- BENTLEY III. Propellor Shaft We have received the new propellor shaft and fitted the sliding joint and rear universal joint to the… | ||
| scan0102 | Shock damper failures, repairs, and oil leaks on a Bentley III vehicle. | ||
| View original record | 400b To. Rm. CHATEAUROUX. 2/.31.10.38. 8.B.V.- BENTLEY III. We thank you for your memo Rm/AFM.II/MH.28.10.38. re shock dampers with print SOD.830 enclosed, also for the new replenishing valves. The… | ||
| scan0103 | The condition of a brake drum, a failed spring centre bolt, and other damaged parts being sent for examination. | ||
| View original record | ( 2 ) The black patches have very nearly disappeared off the O.S.R. brake drum with further running, so we shall not fit the new drum yet. The spring centre bolt which failed, was 5/16" diameter. The… | ||
| scan0104 | Telegram from Waller in Chateauroux reporting a broken front damper connecting link, part FB 3409, and requesting a replacement. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAM Charges to pay s. d. RECEIVED No. 238 OFFICE STAMP: DERBY 31 OC Handwritten: Asob, D42424, 4/12m, Dy 2424 Prefix: Time handed in: PM 4 6 Office of Origin and Service Instructions:… | ||
| scan0105 | Arranging the dispatch of countersunk screws for a Bentley 8-B-V test in France. | ||
| View original record | To D/BP. from HPS/WSC. Hd/re. a/Feb. Rm/Gry. 460b HPS/WSC.19/BA.31.10.38. Re: Testing in France Bentley 8-B-V. We hand you herewith- 12 - K.2807 Countersunk screws. Will you please arrange to despatch… | ||
| scan0106 | Steering issue with a Bentley III after a spring centre bolt failure, requesting new top rubbers. | ||
| View original record | 400b To. Rm. A.R.M. Please deal with this CHATEAUROUX. I/.I.II.38. Rm 8.B.V.- BENTLEY III. When the N.S.R. spring centre bolt failed, the steering effect of the rear axle as it slid along the spring… | ||
| scan0107 | Cooling system leak and ineffective car heater performance on a Bentley III. | ||
| View original record | 4006 To. Rm. STD CHATEAUROUX. 2/.I.II.38. Cracked valve seat may have lowered water level 8.B.V. - BENTLEY III. Replying to your memo Rm/Std.7/MH.29.10.38. re cooling system, we have noted oil on the… | ||
| scan0108 | The receipt of parts from Chateauroux and the despatch of other items to Derby. | ||
| View original record | 400b. To Yl. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.4/MH.2.11.38. The two parts which arrived from Chateauroux this morning are propellor shaft joint and part of the rubber of a damper connection. Waller says he has… | ||
| scan0109 | Damaged rear universal joint and the procedure for returning failed parts from Chateauroux. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/IMW. from Rm/Gry. Chateauroux. 400 b. Rm/Gry.2/MH.2.11.38. We have received the rear universal joint. The damage is so extensive that it is difficult to say what happened first. We agree with… | ||
| scan0110 | Despatch of a B.III thermostat unit for an 8.B.V. car. | ||
| View original record | r 4006. To HPS/WSC. from Rm/Std. Rm/Std.8/MH.2.11.38. We hand you herewith one B.III thermostat unit for fitting to 8.B.V. car - will you please despatch this to I.M.Waller per Air Mail. Rm/Std. | ||
| scan0111 | Faulty thermostat and water temperature variation, and arranging for a replacement part to be sent. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/IMW. from Rm/Std. Chateauroux. 4ouR. Rm/Std.7/MH.2.11.38. We have received your memo of 30th. Oct., for which we thank you, and do not consider the temperature control satisfactory. From your… | ||
| scan0112 | Request to despatch replacement parts for car 8.B.V. after a 15,000-mile service. | ||
| View original record | 400b. HPS. from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.1/R.3.11.39. 8.B.V. - 15,000 Miles. will you please despatch to Waller the following parts for the above car. These to be sent Air Mail as soon as possible. (1)… | ||
| scan0113 | Request to examine a failed spider from a Bentley III propellor shaft for hardness and depth of case. | ||
| View original record | H50b also H37 To H1/EW. Rm/FJH.10/JH.3.11.38. BENTLEY III PROPELLOR SHAFT. We have handed to you a spider from the Hardy Spicer prop. shaft of 8.B.V, which has failed on two of the needle bearings… | ||
| scan0114 | Telegram to Waller at Chateauroux instructing to run with a new head when it becomes available. | ||
| View original record | 400 b 4.11.38. WALLER VINGT-ET-UN CHATEAUROUX. PLEASE RUN WITH NEW HEAD WHEN AVAILABLE. ROBOTHAM. | ||
| scan0115 | Engine inspection of a Bentley III, detailing a seized piston, cracked bearings, and part replacements. | ||
| View original record | To. Rm. 4506 Piles CHATEAUROUX. 2/.4.II.38. 8.B.V.- BENTLEY III. SWD2 Further to my telephone message and the Daily Report, the total mileage of the engine when examined yesterday was 13,450 miles of… | ||
| scan0116 | Issues with various engine components and subsequent maintenance actions. | ||
| View original record | ( 2 ) We noted that the rear union nut where the pipe from the water pump enters the induction pipe jacket is very inaccessible on account of the starting carburetter thermostat. It is impossible to… | ||
| scan0117 | Packing note from I.M. Waller in France to Mr. Robotham, listing damaged parts returned for replacement. | ||
| View original record | K00b CHATEAUROUX. 4 Novembre 1938. To. Mr. Robotham Rolls-Royce Ltd. Derby. Angleterre. From. I.M. Waller. Hotel De France. Chateauroux. Indre. France. PACKING NOTE. H.T. Wires. Used, returned for… | ||
| scan0118 | Technical memorandum detailing the testing of thermometers and recording of engine temperatures for a Bentley III. | ||
| View original record | To. Rm. STD ORLY 450b. CHATEAUROUX. I./.4.11.38. Mole Run/STD 8.S.V.- BENTLEY III. Thank you for your memo Rm/Std.7/MH.2.11.38. We have tested the thermometers in hot water against a glass… | ||
| scan0119 | Gearbox and rear axle temperature readings during overdrive tests, resulting in a seized piston. | ||
| View original record | ( 2 ) GRY We have taken gearbox and rear axle temperatures at five mile intervals at maximum sustained speed on overdrive. The figures were as follows:- Distance. Engine Oil. Gearbox. Rear Axle. Air.… | ||
| scan0120 | 8.B.V. Bentley III engine detailing a seized piston, component replacements, and cracked Vandervell main bearings. | ||
| View original record | To. RM. H 60b CHATEAUROUX. 2/4.11.38. RM 8.B.V.- BENTLEY III. Seen By Further to my telephone message and the Daily Report, the total mileage of the engine when examined yesterday was 13,450 miles of… | ||
| scan0121 | Issues with a water pump pipe, wheel case nuts, a push-rod, a Klingerite gasket, and an exhaust manifold joint. | ||
| View original record | ( 2 ) We noted that the rear union nut where the pipe from the water pump enters the induction pipe jacket is very inaccessible on account of the starting carburetter thermostat. It is impossible to… | ||
| scan0122 | Telegram concerning the non-arrival of completed engine parts and awaiting further instructions. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAM No. 97 OFFICE STAMP: 17 NOV From: 119 CCC 1015 Z, DE CHATEAUROUX 16 To: J/RM 2424 ROYCAR DERBY = = ROBOTHAM FIFTEEN THOUSAND COMPLETED ENGINE PARTS NOT YET ARRIVED NO GEOMETRY… | ||
| scan0123 | Instruction memo concerning the car 'Vingt et Un Chateauroux' and handling of a cylinder head. | ||
| View original record | 400b Rm/R. 7.11.38. WALLER VINGT ET UN CHATEAUROUX. RETURN WITH CAR ARRANGE FOR SLEATOR TO TAKE CYLINDER HEAD INTO STOCK. ROBOTHAM. | ||
| scan0124 | Telegram received by telephone regarding the status of engine parts and awaiting instructions. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. 400b TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Stamp: M.D 7 NOV Stamp: RECEIVED Time Received: 11-40 Date: 7-11-38 To: Roycar By: DB from: Chateauroux 10-15 7th 16wds Message: Robotham fifteen… | ||
| scan0125 | Telegram received by telephone regarding the non-arrival of engine parts and awaiting instructions. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. 400b TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received 11-40- Date 7-11-38 To Roycar By DB from Châteauroux 10-15 7th 16wds Robotham fifteen thousand completed engine parts not yet… | ||
| scan0126 | Preliminary report on a 15,000-mile test of the B.III chassis and engine components in France. | ||
| View original record | Hop b. SECRET. Sg. from Rm. Hs. c. By. c. Da. c. Mx. PRELIMINARY 15,000 MILES' TEST B.III. 15,000 miles have now been completed on 8.B.V. in France. We are bringing the car back so that we can… | ||
| scan0127 | Programme outlining the strip-down, modification, and further mileage testing of a car. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm5/R.7.11.38. Our programme now is to strip this car on its return, replace and modify parts where this is shown to be necessary, re-build the engine without the cheapened modifications which… | ||
| scan0128 | Requesting the fitting of a water pump from a test car to another car to bring it in line with 'C' series standardisation. | ||
| View original record | 8 4006 4 664. To HPS. from Rm/Std. Rm/Std.5/MH.10.11.38. Will you please fit the water pump (which we have removed and examined) from 8.B.V. car (15,000 miles test) to Sg's car while it is in the… | ||
| scan0129 | Burnt exhaust valves and holes in the valve seats on the 8.B.V. engine, speculating the cause is related to the cams. | ||
| View original record | Hoob holed bup Rm/TMW. --------- BY.9/G.10.11.38. EXHAUST VALVES On 8.B.V. -------------------------- I see from Daily Report the valves were rather badly burnt, and that apparently there were holes… | ||
| scan0130 | Urgent request to strip and rebuild a 15,000-mile Bentley for development work. | ||
| View original record | 400b. HPS. from Rm. Rm1/R.10.11.38. 15,000 Miles Bentley. We brought this car back from France because we are so short of B.IIIs that unless we can keep this car running for development work we shall… | ||
| scan0131 | Instructions for stripping, examining, and re-building a Bentley III vehicle. | ||
| View original record | S.B.V. - BENTLEY III. Please strip, examine and re-build to existing specification with following alterations and any modifications found necessary after inspection. ENGINE. Re-build to Rm/Swdl.… | ||
| scan0132 | List of required modifications and checks for the brakes and suspension systems. | ||
| View original record | -2- BRAKES. Brakes to be lined with one shoe BZ and one RL in each brake. The existing four front shoes in BZ can be used if O.K. RL now an order from Ferodo. Delete felts in rear brake intermediate… | ||
| scan0133 | List of vehicle modifications and checks for steering, exhaust, body, and radiator systems. | ||
| View original record | -3- All existing buffers to be re-fitted. Re-fit existing front dampers but with valve load set to 150 lbs. Oil seals may have been damaged in fitting, but should be used again if possible. Examine… | ||
| scan0134 | List of required work on electrical equipment and bodywork. | ||
| View original record | -4- ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT. Hand dynamo, horns, and regulator to Rm/RC for investigation and fit replacement. Fit new wireless aerial to Rm/RC's instructions. Ignition cables in B.I. Neoprene as at… | ||
| scan0135 | Flywheel and clutch modifications for B.III units No. 6 and 7. | ||
| View original record | γ 400b. To HPS/WSC. from Rm/NRC. c. Rm/Swdl. c. Rm/IMW. Rm/NRC.4/MH.11.11.38. FLYWHEELS. B.III UNITS NOS.6 & 7. No.7 Unit for chassis 8.B.V. Please fit the flywheel and clutch now on 8.B.V. (ex. No.5… | ||
| scan0136 | Technical sketch of two parts, RM-535 and RM-537, with instructions for drilling holes. | ||
| View original record | DRILL 4 HOLES .125 DIA. 11.800 DIA. P.C. HOLES EQUALLY SPACED, BUT ANGULAR POSITION IMMATERIAL RM-535 RM-537 10-11-38 WAP | ||
| scan0137 | Material for the 8.B.V. Hand Brake trigger mechanism guard, changing from aluminium to steel after damage during a 15000-mile test. | ||
| View original record | Wood BY c. Rm. DA.1/G.12.11.38. AFM 8.B.V. HAND BRAKE. Referring to the comments in the 15000 mile test reports to the effect that the guard on the Hand Brake Trigger Mechanism is made in aluminium… | ||
| scan0138 | Request to fit brass inserts to the interleaving of rear springs for chassis 8.B.V. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/FWK. 400b C. HPS/FS. Rm/FWK.7/MH, 12.11.38. 8.B.V. You recently fitted some brass inserts to the interleaving of the rear springs of B.III Bumper Chassis. Will you please give similar… | ||
| scan0139 | Inspection request for B.III No.5 unit after a 15,000-mile test. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/Swdl. 400b Rm/Swdl.2/MH.15.11.38. B.III NO.5 UNIT (8.B.V. 15,000 MILES). Will you please carry out the following inspection of the above unit which is now stripped after 15,000 miles… | ||
| scan0140 | Ordering and manufacturing of bonnets for 8.B.V., 2.B.50 and 10.B.V. cars. | ||
| View original record | Hood andy 805 To HPS. from Rm/Std. Rm/Std,6/MH.15.11.38. BONNETS FOR 8.B.V. & 2.B.50 CARS. Will you please note that we have ordered top plates complete with hinges and bonnet eyes (rear) for the… | ||
| scan0141 | Requesting an examination for cracks on a fan flange and blade set from a test car. | ||
| View original record | Hook. To Hl. from Rm/Std. Rm/Std.3/MH.15.11.38. We send you herewith the fan flange and blade set off 8.B.V. car - this car having just completed a 15,000 miles test in France. Will you please remove… | ||
| scan0142 | Bentley V dampers after a 15,000-mile test and proposed developments for the pump unit. | ||
| View original record | To HPS/WB. from Rm/AFM. Hook Rm/AFM.16/NH.15.11.38. BENTLEY V DAMPERS AND PUMP UNIT. Dampers. Will you please examine the dampers off 8.B.V. and report on their condition after the 15,000 miles test.… | ||
| scan0143 | Instruction memo to fit a Metalastik dynamo coupling to unit B.III NO.7 (8.B.V.). | ||
| View original record | r 400 b To HPS. from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.5/MH.19.11.38. B.III NO.7 UNIT (8.B.V.) Will you please fit the Metalastik dynamo coupling (Stamped 40) to the above unit. This piece has been handed to HPS/FN… | ||
| scan0144 | Request to prepare a Wraith fan blade set from Duralumin material to be carried as a spare. | ||
| View original record | J 4506 To HPS. from Rm/Std. Rm/Std.8/MH.21.11.38. Will you please prepare a Wraith fan blade set to the latest drawings except that the blades should be in "Duralumin" material as now standardised for… | ||
| scan0145 | Instructions for fitting and modifying a car heater and defroster system for car 8.B.V. | ||
| View original record | y 4006. To BPS. from Rm/Std. Rm/Std.1/MH.21.11.38. 8.B.V. - CAR HEATER. Will you please fit an AC car heater which we will supply, to 8.B.V. car while it is in the shop; the scheme being SCD.938, with… | ||
| scan0146 | The return of a fan blade set from car 8.B.V. for re-fitting and crack observation. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/Std. J 4506 Rm/Std.7/MH.21.11.38. FAN OFF 8.B.V. We are returning to you the fan blade set off the above car, this having had the enamel removed for crack examination. Will you please… | ||
| scan0147 | Request for analysis of four oil samples from a 15,000-mile test of a Castrolite Oil Unit. | ||
| View original record | To HL/EJW. Hoob Rm/IMW.5/JH.21.11.38. Castrolite Oil Unit B.III No.5. 15,000 miles test. Herewith four samples marked A.B.C.D. We are anxious to know the percentage and nature of the foreign matter… | ||
| scan0148 | Issue of a 15,000-mile test report on the Bentley 8.B.V. chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from HPS. c. BY. c. Ds. c. Rm/IMW. HSD B HPS.1/VS.21.11.38. BENTLEY 8.B.V. We are sending herewith a report on the above chassis after 15,000 miles test. It will be seen that this report covers… | ||
| scan0149 | The Bentley 8.B.V. chassis following a 15,000-mile road test in France. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from HPS. c. BY. c. Da. c. Rm/IMW. HPS.1/VS.21.11.38. BENTLEY 8.B.V. We give herewith a report on the above chassis which has been stripped and inspected on conclusion of a 15,000 miles road… | ||
| scan0150 | The condition of frame fittings and the rear axle, detailing specific parts and issues found. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - HPS.1/VS.21.11.38. Frames and Fittings - continued. The following bolts in which the threads were formed by rolling appear to be quite satisfactory. K.204/5 Starting Handle Bracket. K.304 Centre… | ||
| scan0151 | Technical report on the inspection, testing, and repairs of a rear axle assembly. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - Rear Axle - continued. The axle pinion GB.3487 and coupling flange GB.4005 are badly scored on the taper section. The coupling flange was removed in France and when refitting the pinion nut was… | ||
| scan0152 | Inspection report on the condition of the rear axle, front axle, and front brakes. | ||
| View original record | - 4 - HPS.1/VS.21.11.38. Rear Axle - continued. The aluminium bronze thrust washers on the differential show no measurable wear. The general condition of the axle gears is good and these should give… | ||
| scan0153 | Inspection report detailing the condition of front hubs, brake equaliser, and front suspension components after testing. | ||
| View original record | - 5 - HPS.1/VS.21.11.38. Front Hubs. Complete to LOP.GB.3487 incorporating PD.240. Both hubs are in a very satisfactory condition despite the fact that the front off side hub outer bearing dried up… | ||
| scan0154 | Condition and wear of front and rear suspension components, including springs, roll bars, and shock dampers. | ||
| View original record | - 6 - HPS.1/VS.21.11.38. Front Suspension - continued. The vertical coil springs FB.3826 with a .520 packing inserted beneath the springs are in good condition. Front Roll Rod. The front roll rod of… | ||
| scan0155 | Condition report on rear springs, brakes, hubs, and brake equalisers. | ||
| View original record | - 7 - HPS.1/VS.21.11.38. Rear Springs - continued. The rear shackles were assembled by the Garage prior to the car leaving for France; the shackle pins are satisfactory but appear to have been running… | ||
| scan0156 | Inspection report detailing the condition of a Rear Brake Intermediate Shaft, Hand Brake Lever Assembly, and Gearbox components. | ||
| View original record | - 8 - HPS.1/VS.21.11.38. Rear Brake Intermediate Shaft. Produced to GB.3655 and incorporating G.CD.484 and S.CD.500 modifications to rear brake equalisers. General condition good. Hand Brake Lever… | ||
| scan0157 | Condition report on various vehicle components including the gearbox, propeller shaft, and radiator. | ||
| View original record | - 9 - HPS.1/VS.21.11.38. Gearbox - continued. The end clearance in the overdrive bush has increased by .001, and also in the 2nd speed bush by a similar amount. The servo mechanism stripped remarkably… | ||
| scan0158 | Condition report for various vehicle components including the petrol tank, dashboard, and fuel system. | ||
| View original record | - 10 - Undershields - continued. shield for the controls. Petrol Tank. Assembled in accordance with LOP.FB.3975 incorporating F.CD.711. With the exception of dents at either end (see attached… | ||
| scan0159 | Replacement of various chassis components and the mileage they covered. | ||
| View original record | - 11 - HPS.1/VS.21.11.38. Oil Piping. Condition satisfactory except for breakage of the feed to the near side shackles. Pressure Piping. Condition good. -------------------- The following is a summary… | ||
| scan0160 | Component replacements and failures with corresponding mileage. | ||
| View original record | - 12 - HPS.1/VS.21.11.38. Propeller Shaft. Rear universal changed after 11,242 miles. Replacement covered 6,356 miles. Front Bump Buffers. Softer front bump buffers were substituted, the replacements… | ||
| scan0161 | Test report on a modified S.U. high-pressure petrol pump after a 15,000-mile test in France. | ||
| View original record | Hook also 1263 To By. c. to Da. c. to By/RD. c. to Rm/RC. Rm/JBD.1/JH.21.11.38. PETROL PUMP OFF S.U.V. 15,000 miles test in France Total mileage - 18,496. This pump is the modified high pressure pump… | ||
| scan0162 | Proposal for sending the 8.B.V. car to France for continued running and testing under varied conditions. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten top left] Hs. from Rm. [Handwritten top centre] Rm (circled) 400b [Handwritten top right] Rm2/R.21.11.38. TESTING IN FRANCE - B.V. we are proposing to send 8.B.V. to France in about a… | ||
| scan0163 | Requesting the modification of a radiator grille to prevent damage from hitting pheasants. | ||
| View original record | J 400b To HPS. from Rm/Std. Rm/Std.10/MH.22.11.38. 8.B.V. RADIATOR. We have just noticed on the radiator of the above car that while Messrs. Marston have repaired the radiator shell, and grille, they… | ||
| scan0164 | Instruction to fit a new thermometer and oil gauge unit to car 8.B.V. due to the existing one having an error. | ||
| View original record | J Hoob To HPS. from Rm/Std. Rm/Std.9/MH.22.11.38. 8.B.V. THERMOMETER & OIL GAUGE. While this car is in the Shop will you please fit to it a new thermometer and oil gauge unit, the thermometer section… | ||
| scan0165 | Schedule listing drivers and dates for vehicle 8.E.V.'s trip to France. | ||
| View original record | Mx. from Rm. c. Rm/IMV. c. Gry. F.D. c. APM. PJH. c. Hym. Std. c. MX/Lewis. 4006 Rml/H.25.11.38. 8.E.V. We give below a list of the drivers and the dates on which they will be driving 8.E.V. when it… | ||
| scan0166 | Material composition of rear axle differential washers. | ||
| View original record | 400B + 402. To By. from Rm/Gry. c. Da/Hdy. Rm/Gry,6/MH.26.11.38. REAR AXLE DIFFERENTIAL WASHERS. As you know we used in 8.B.V. rear axle in France, differential washers and bushes made in alum.… | ||
| scan0167 | Questioning an excessive figure for mounting a body and requesting a detailed estimate. | ||
| View original record | 4006 Rm/FD. from Rm. 8.B.V. Rm3/R.28.11.38. I am not clear why the figure for mounting this body is so excessive, and shall be glad to have a detailed estimate of the work done. Rm | ||
| scan0168 | Fitting alternative rear road springs to car 8-B-V. | ||
| View original record | Hood HPS. from Rm/AFM. Rm/AFM1/R.29.11.38. 8-B-V. REAR ROAD SPRINGS. As we have not been able to get new inter- leaving for 8.B.V's springs, will you please fit Firths springs of 7" deflection to this… | ||
| scan0169 | Failure of B.60 type tappets during an engine endurance test and requesting their replacement. | ||
| View original record | y 400b. To HPS. From Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.11/mH. 10.11.38. 8.B.V. (No. 5 UNIT). Yesterday we had two B.60 type tappets fail on the endurance of the B.60 engine. In view of this, therefore, will you please… | ||
| scan0170 | Instruction to reduce the rear buffer clearance on a chassis destined for France and fit larger buffers. | ||
| View original record | o. Hoob To HPS. from Rm/FWK. c. to HPS/FS. Rm/FWK.1/JH.1.12.38. 8.B.V. We want to reduce the rear buffer clearance on the above chassis before it goes to France. Will you therefore please fit the… | ||
| scan0171 | 15,000-mile test in France for the B.V. model, discussing performance, comparisons to other models, and production considerations. | ||
| View original record | RM's copy SHORT. H400b Sg. from Hm. c. Hs. c. Hy. c. RHC. c. Ds. c. Hx. c. W/L - CWH. c. HPS. Hall/R.1.12.38. REPORT ON 15,000 MILES' TEST IN FRANCE. Herewith a report on the running done so far in… | ||
| scan0172 | Secret report on an 18,500-mile endurance test of a Bentley V, including running in France and subsequent engine analysis. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. [Text crossed out: a. Mr. Hs.] [Text crossed out: b. Mr. By.] [Text crossed out: c. Mr. Nbo.] [Text crossed out: d. Mr. Bmr.] [Text crossed out: e. Rm.] [Text crossed out: f. Mx.] [Text… | ||
| scan0173 | Engine performance and component wear after extensive mileage testing. | ||
| View original record | -2- RM/IMH/3/R.23.11.38. The general standard of smoothness was good with no marked periods. A slight roughness on drive and over-run could be detected between 2500 and 3000 r.p.m. The engine mounting… | ||
| scan0174 | Test report on engine components including main bearings, oil filter, and spark plugs. | ||
| View original record | -3- Photograph III shows that whitemetal main bearings of the Wraith, 26.G.VI, after French test. It is hoped that further modifications will enable this standard to be reached on Bentley. The rear… | ||
| scan0175 | Various engine and drivetrain issues observed during testing, including oil leaks, manifold failure, and clutch performance. | ||
| View original record | -4- RM/IMW3/R.23.11.38. Slight oil leaks occurred from the engine front past the acme thread, and from the rear main bearing into the clutch housing. These leaks were no more than usual under the… | ||
| scan0176 | Investigation of issues with a gearbox and propeller shaft. | ||
| View original record | -5- RR/IMW.3/R.23.11.38. Gearbox 2.B.III. There was no occasion to dismantle the box in any way during the mileage in France. The overdrive became somewhat noisy. Oil leaked along the first motion… | ||
| scan0177 | The performance and issues with a semi-floating rear axle and Girling type brakes. | ||
| View original record | -6- Rear Axle. Semi-floating axle No. S.E.V. 9 x 37 ratio. The axle gears remained quiet. The only trouble experienced was oil leaks past the oil seals in the hubs, which found their way on to the… | ||
| scan0178 | Brake and suspension system construction and performance, with a large section struck through. | ||
| View original record | -7- The construction used with the semi-floating axle and bolt on wheels enabled the drums to be removed in a fraction of the time required with the present design. The brake shoes were also more… | ||
| scan0179 | Vehicle suspension characteristics, detailing issues and modifications to dampers, axles, springs, and stabilisers during testing. | ||
| View original record | -8- Rm/IMW.3/R.23.11.38. The general suspension characteristics were such that journeys could be covered in comfort in a time which would be difficult, dangerous and uncomfortable in the present… | ||
| scan0180 | Performance and characteristics of a vehicle's steering and exhaust systems. | ||
| View original record | -9- Steering. ~~Steering. Wraith type box. Original geometry for cross steering tubes.~~ ~~Wraith steering ratio. Zero caster angle.~~ ~~Needle roller pivots. No springs in side steering tube.~~ No… | ||
| scan0181 | Vehicle component performance, detailing issues with the exhaust, radiator, and front bumper. | ||
| View original record | -10- The standard of silence was fairly good when new except for booms at low speeds. The exhaust became noisy during the mileage and it was found that the centre baffle in the silencer had blown out.… | ||
| scan0182 | The performance of a petrol tank, electrical equipment, and starter motor. | ||
| View original record | -11- Petrol Tank 16 Galls. No trouble was experienced with loss of petrol from the vent pipe on corners. The FB.4098 joint rubber failed. Petrol proof rubber is necessary and shall be instructed.… | ||
| scan0183 | The performance and faults of a dynamo, lamps, horns, heater, regulator, and petrol pump after a road test. | ||
| View original record | -12- Dynamo D.OD.214-250. This was fitted new for the road running and was not run on the test bed with No.5 unit. The top brush wore right down in 14,000 miles. The solder was thrown from the… | ||
| scan0184 | The performance and issues with the car's lighting and coachwork. | ||
| View original record | -13- RM/IMW./S/R.23.11.38. Reverse light switch LOP.DW.236. PD.168. This was satisfactory and most useful. It should, however, be taken from the side and tail circuit as there is no need for it to… | ||
| scan0185 | Photograph displaying two rows of used engine bearing shells. | ||
| View original record | I. 8BV. 17980 MILES. | ||
| scan0186 | Photograph showing the condition of upper and lower halves of main bearings after use. | ||
| View original record | ← 1 TO 7 → UPPER HALVES II 6.B.IV. (B.IV). MAIN BEARINGS. HOYTS Z3 W/M. AFTER 15,545 MILES IN FRANCE R.R.56 SHIMS 2 HOLES IN EACH JOURNAL | ||
| scan0187 | Photograph of main and connecting rod bearings after 21,000 miles. | ||
| View original record | III. 26 G. VI.. 21,000 miles.. | ||
| scan0188 | Photograph of a fractured circular metal component after 13,454 miles. | ||
| View original record | IV. 8BIV 13454 miles. | ||
| scan0189 | Photograph of a worn or damaged split circular metal component after 21,000 miles. | ||
| View original record | V. 26 GII 21,000 miles. | ||
| scan0190 | Distributing a report with photographs on a Bentley III Unit No.5 engine after 15,000 miles. | ||
| View original record | 400b. To Rm. from HPS. c. BY. c. Da. c. Rm/IMW SHG & All Testers HPS.6/VS.24.11.38. What does FTH say about Chafed steering tube Rm BENTLEY III UNIT NO.5. Chassis 8.B.V. We are sending herewith a… | ||
| scan0191 | The inspection of engine unit no. 5, chassis 8.B.V., after a 15,000-mile road test. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from HPS. c. BY. c. Des. c. Rm/IMW. B.III UNIT NO.5. CHASSIS 8.B.V. The above engine unit has been stripped and inspected after a 15,000 miles road test. Where components have not completed the… | ||
| scan0192 | Inspection report on the condition of a crankshaft, spring drive, and connecting rods. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - HPS.6/VS.24.11.38. Crankshaft. Assembled in accordance with LOP.EB.3656 and Ex.30059 and EW.1370 Rear End Oil Retaining Groove. The crankshaft, produced in .4% carbon steel, is satisfactory; it… | ||
| scan0193 | The condition of engine components including connecting rods, pistons, and cylinders. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - HPS.6/VS.24.11.38. Connecting Rods - continued. score marks are apparent on Nos. 3, 4 and 6 - see attached photographs and chart. The little-end bushes are satisfactory and show no signs of… | ||
| scan0194 | Inspection report on the condition of a cylinder head and its associated valve train components. | ||
| View original record | - 4 - Cylinder Head.- continued. The copper push rod tubes in the head are satisfactory. Valves and Fittings. Complete to LOP.EW.1427 incorporating push rods in .4% carbon steel. Inlet Valves Nos. 1,… | ||
| scan0195 | Inspection report on engine components including valves, camshaft, and gears with backlash measurements. | ||
| View original record | - 5 - HPS.6/VS.24.11.38. Valves and Fittings - continued. All top and bottom valve spring washers are badly marked on the face which contacts with the spring. Inlet Pipes. This section - to… | ||
| scan0196 | Condition report on various engine components including pumps, drives, and fittings. | ||
| View original record | - 6 - HPS.6/VS.24.11.38. Water Pump Drive. To LOP.EW.1526 - Condition Satisfactory. Governor Drive. Complete to LOP.EW.1434. With the exception of hard wear on the gear teeth this section is in good… | ||
| scan0197 | Condition report on various engine components including the oil system, exhaust, fan, and dynamo suspension. | ||
| View original record | - 7 - HPS.6/VS.24.11.38. Oil Filler. Complete to LOP.EW.1449 - Condition satisfactory. Oil Filter. To LOP.EW.1417 - Condition good. Oil Level Indicator. To LOP.EW.1616, including EW.1781 Fulcrum Pin.… | ||
| scan0198 | Report page referencing further details on the Ignition Distributor, Dynamo, and Starter Motor. | ||
| View original record | - 8 - HPS.6/VS.24.11.38. Ignition Distributor. To LOP.DW.426 - see electrical report. Dynamo. See electrical report. Starter Motor. See electrical report. --------------------- HPS. | ||
| scan0199 | Test report detailing main bearing and crankshaft dimensions before and after a 15,000-mile wear test. | ||
| View original record | MAIN BEARINGS DIMENSIONS UNIT Nọ B III Nọ.5. PASSED TO TEST:- COMPLETED TEST:- RUNNING TIME:- 29 hrs TEST BED MILEAGE :- 15,000 CRANKSHAFT: EX. 30059 MA= .4% CARBON BRINELL - 321 TEST PIECE Nọ: MAIN… | ||
| scan0200 | Measurement report on cylinder bore dimensions and wear for a cylinder block after a test run. | ||
| View original record | PASSED TO TEST:- COMPLETED TEST:- UNIT Nº B III No. 5. CYLINDER BORE DIMENSIONS CYLINDER BLOCK E.W. 1580. MATL I/C RUNNING TIME :- 29 hrs. TEST BED MILEAGE :- 15,000. DIAGRAM LABELS: CROWN, CENTRE,… | ||
| scan0201 | Test report detailing the wear measurements of six Aerolite raised crown pistons after a 15,000-mile test. | ||
| View original record | UNIT N° B.111 N°.5 PISTON PROFILES PASSED TO TEST COMPLETED TEST RUNNING TIME MILEAGE 15,000 PISTONS AEROLITE RAISED CROWN IDENTIFICATION N° T2 RELIEVED SECTION BEDDING SECTION PISTON N° | RELIEVED… | ||
| scan0202 | Measurement data for connecting rod bearings and crankpin dimensions before and after a 15,000-mile test. | ||
| View original record | UNIT No BIII No.5. PASSED TO TEST :- COMPLETED TEST :- CONN: ROD BEARINGS & CRANKPIN DIMENSIONS CONN: ROD BEARINGS :- EX.31509. RUNNING TIME :- 29hrs TEST SEP MATL :- AC.q. DIE CAST. MILEAGE :- 15,000… | ||
| scan0203 | Valve dimensions and pocketting measurements before and after a 15,000-mile test. | ||
| View original record | UNIT No BIII No.5. No. 1. 4+5. No. 8, 9+12. VALVE DIMENSIONS EX. 29686 S/65 INLET VALVES :- EVV. 1859 MOTOR COMPONENTS. EXHAUST VALVES :- EX. 29687 KE. 965 (STELL) PASSED TO TEST COMPLETED TEST… | ||
| scan0204 | Photograph showing a cracked rear brake drum, with the crack highlighted by a circle. | ||
| View original record | CRACKED REAR BRAKE DRUM. | ||
| scan0205 | Photograph of a rear crankshaft thrust bearing removed in France. | ||
| View original record | REAR CRANKSHAFT THRUST BEARING REMOVED IN FRANCE. | ||
| scan0206 | Photograph showing a misaligned gearbox suspension block. | ||
| View original record | GEARBOX SUSPENSION BLOCK - OUT OF LINE. | ||
| scan0207 | Photograph showing two damaged rear damper links disassembled into their component parts. | ||
| View original record | DAMAGED REAR DAMPER LINKS. | ||
| scan0208 | Photograph showing two worn rear spring plates. | ||
| View original record | WORN SPRING PLATES (REAR). | ||
| scan0209 | Photograph showing a dent in a petrol tank. | ||
| View original record | DENT IN PETROL TANK. | ||
| scan0210 | Photograph showing cracked bottom triangle levers. | ||
| View original record | BOTTOM TRIANGLE LEVERS (CRACKED). | ||
| scan0211 | Photograph showing a twisted bridge for a nose bearing. | ||
| View original record | BRIDGE FOR NOSE BEARING TWISTED IN DIRECTION SHOWN BY ARROWS. | ||
| scan0212 | Photograph showing five rear spring interleaves of varying lengths from the near side (N.S.) of a vehicle. | ||
| View original record | REAR SPRING INTERLEAVES (N.S.). | ||
| scan0213 | Photograph showing various rear spring interleaves. | ||
| View original record | REAR SPRING INTERLEAVES (O.S.) | ||
| scan0214 | Photograph of a front damper lever. | ||
| View original record | FRONT DAMPER LEVER. | ||
| scan0215 | Photograph showing a crack failure on a front damper lever, indicated by an arrow. | ||
| View original record | FRONT DAMPER LEVER. | ||
| scan0216 | Photograph showing a chafed steering tube. | ||
| View original record | CHAFED STEERING TUBE. | ||
| scan0217 | Photograph showing a damaged front apron. | ||
| View original record | DAMAGED FRONT APRON. | ||
| scan0218 | Photograph showing top and bottom moulded rubber water connections, and a petrol tank air vent connection. | ||
| View original record | TOP AND BOTTOM MOULDED RUBBER WATER CONNECTIONS. PETROL TANK AIR VENT CONNECTION. | ||
| scan0219 | Photograph showing a damaged push rod. | ||
| View original record | DAMAGED PUSH ROD. | ||
| scan0220 | Photograph of the No.6 piston which seized out in France. | ||
| View original record | NO.6 PISTON SEIZED OUT IN FRANCE. | ||
| scan0221 | Photograph showing cracked exhaust valve seatings on a cylinder head. | ||
| View original record | NOS. 2 and 3 CRACKED EXHAUST VALVE SEATINGS. | ||
| scan0222 | Photograph showing two damaged engine valves. | ||
| View original record | DAMAGED VALVES. | ||
| scan0223 | Photograph of twelve engine tappets arranged in two columns. | ||
| View original record | TAPPETS. | ||
| scan0224 | Photograph showing a vertical lineup of six pistons. | ||
| View original record | PISTONS. | ||
| scan0225 | Photograph showing ten camshaft bearing halves arranged in two columns. | ||
| View original record | CAMSHAFT BEARINGS. | ||
| scan0226 | Schedule of drivers and dates for vehicle 8.B.Y. going to France. | ||
| View original record | Mx. from Rm. c. Rm/IMW. ✓ c. Gry. F.D. c. AFM. FJH. c. Wym. Std. c. Mx/Lewis. 4006 Rml/R.25.11.38. 8.B.Y. We give below a list of the drivers and the dates on which they will be driving 8.B.Y. when it… | ||
| scan0227 | Examination report on electrical units following a 15,000-mile test in France. | ||
| View original record | To By. c. to Bs. c. to By/RD. c. to Rm/IMW. EXAMINATION OF ELECTRICAL UNITS AFTER 15,000 MILES TEST IN FRANCE. Instrument board - L.O.P.DB.1834. Direct lighting As fitted to this board, preferred to… | ||
| scan0228 | Performance and issues found with a starter motor, automatic switch, and dynamo. | ||
| View original record | -2- Starter Motor incorporating L.O.P.'s. DW.650. D.655. D.55020. DB.1768. Motor and drive dismantled and found in good condition, except for the dowler eyelets on the positive brush-holder, which had… | ||
| scan0229 | Inspection report on various electrical components such as the regulator, distributor, coil, and ballast. | ||
| View original record | -3- a lift for brushes of 14,000 miles, must be considered good. The condition of the machine with respect to insulation and bearings, was found to be good. Regulator (Lucas E type LR7) LOP.DB.1922… | ||
| scan0230 | Test report on various vehicle electrical components. | ||
| View original record | -4- Switchbox. I.O.P.D.W.97 (Standard). No trouble experienced. Distributor Board I.O.P.D.W.536. This is the five fuse scheme, no trouble experienced. We can recommend this unit when coupled with the… | ||
| scan0231 | The performance of H.T. cables, plugs, windscreen wipers, bulbs, and a note on distributor modification. | ||
| View original record | -5- Rm/RC.20/JH.2.12.38. H.T. Cables. Ex.1242. The B.I. Helsby cables were removed en bloc after 13,454 miles, and on being tested were found to be electrically sound, however cables 2,3,4, and 6 show… | ||
| scan0232 | The shipment of six Dunlop tyres to Paris for future use on vehicle 8.B.V. | ||
| View original record | Hoob W/P. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.9/MH.3.12.38. We have asked Dunlops in England to send 6 tyres to Paris labelled for Waller's attention, for future use on 8.B.V. will you please look after them until… | ||
| scan0233 | Official request to book passage for a car and two individuals from Newhaven to Dieppe. | ||
| View original record | Hoob To Yl. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.2/MH.3.12.38. Confirming Dodd's telephone conversation and your subsequent findings, this is an official request to book passage for 8.B.V. car, Dodd and myself on… | ||
| scan0234 | To HPS stating that responsibility for any future radiator damage rests with them due to failure to modify the grille stiffener as instructed. | ||
| View original record | J 400b To HPS. from Rm/Std. Rm/Std.4/MH.5.12.38. 8.B.V. CAR - CONTINENTAL MILEAGE. With regard to Rm/Std.10/MH.22.11.38, in spite of this memo and repeated verbal requests to F.Steele, the grille… | ||
| scan0235 | Acknowledging receipt of a memo regarding tyres for Chassis 8.B.V to be held for Chateauroux Depot. | ||
| View original record | 1245 Bentley Motors (1931) Ltd. Derby [handwritten initials] Sr/Go4/AD/5.12.38. IMW To Rm/Gry Chassis 8.B.V We acknowledge receipt of your memo Rm/Gry9/MH.3.12.38., and shall take care of the tyres… | ||
| scan0236 | Coachwork feedback on windscreen mechanisms and seat squab air bags following a 15,000-mile test. | ||
| View original record | Rm at W. c.to.By. I.M.W - 400b. Hn4/AH.5.12.38. ----- Coachwork: ----- With reference to Rm/IMW3/R.23.11.38, being a report on the 15,000 miles test of 8-B.V., Sg. has asked me to say:- (1) Any… | ||
| scan0237 | Note concerning tyres for chassis type 8.B.5, with a reference to another file. | ||
| View original record | Pry. 400b. Su/90.4/AD. 5.12.38 Chassis 8.B.5 Tyres. see file 1245. | ||
| scan0238 | Specifications for a B.V. Front Roll Rod, including diameter, material composition, and recommendations for production. | ||
| View original record | 400b also 446 To By. from RM/AFH. c. Da. c. By/WS. c. Da/JD. RM/AFH.1)/WH.5.12.38. B.V. FRONT ROLL ROD. The front anti-roll rod of this car (the only roll rod required) should be 11/16" dia. (.687"… | ||
| scan0239 | Telegram-style message concerning piston specifications and ordering spare parts. | ||
| View original record | 400b. M/F 6/12/08. GRYLLS, FRANCOBRIT, LEVALLOIS-PERRET RAISED CROWN PISTONS QUARTER INCH CLEAR IF SPRING FAILS STOP ONLY HIT PISTON IF TOP WASHER AND SPRING RING ADRIFT STOP OBTAIN PARTS ED OBF SPARE | ||
| scan0240 | Typed note indicating the location of the head document and that other parts are following. | ||
| View original record | HEAD AT PARIS OTHERS FOLLOWING SWINDALL | ||
| scan0241 | Telegram received by telephone detailing a parts request for an engine repair. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 144A-43983-6-7-37 WRK 400b ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received 1-49 Date 6/12/38 To Roycar By RS from k Evreux 12-55 27 wds Robotham crowned pistons hit valve if spring… | ||
| scan0242 | Telegram received by telephone from Grylls in Paris requesting a two-day extension. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. R.R. 144A-43981-6-7-17 WHH Hoob Time Received: 12.15 Date: 1-12-38 To: Robotham c/o Roycar By: S.S from: Paris 11.20 n/t 15wds Can we have two more… | ||
| scan0243 | Telegram from Evreux, France, reporting piston and valve failure and requesting replacement parts. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAM No. 181 Handwritten No: 4006 Office Stamp: DERBY FR DEC 24 Time: PM 2 33 Words: 49 From: 249 CL 1255 6 EVREUX 27 To: Dy2424 BM A ROYCAR DERBY ANGLETERRE = ROBTOHAM CROWNED PISTONS… | ||
| scan0244 | Instructions for removing, troubleshooting, and setting a Petrol Pump 8.B.V. | ||
| View original record | H 506. 5.12.38. PETROL PUMP 8.B.V. To remove the pump first undo the filter cover on rear X member. If trouble occurs with the pump sticking undo the faulty unit from the body and unscrew the… | ||
| scan0245 | Letter on hotel stationery detailing a car breakdown involving a broken valve spring and guide. | ||
| View original record | HOTEL LA TREMOILLE CHAMPS ELYSÉES PARIS 14 RUE LA TREMOILLE - PARIS Télég: TREMOILLERT-PARIS Téléph: ÉLYSÉES 97-21 [Handwritten Annotations] Poles SWDL McS. Please note & return. SWDL Rm 400b [Main… | ||
| scan0246 | On hotel letterhead from Carcassonne, France, regarding a mechanical failure involving pistons, valves, and a rocker cover. | ||
| View original record | L'HOTEL La ville la plus Curieuse de France, Monument d'Art unique au Monde The City of Carcassonne is the most interesting Place in France, a mediæval Stronghold unique of its kind in the world. Je… | ||
| scan0247 | Road test report on a vehicle's performance during a trip through France, noting handling, braking, and potential engine issues. | ||
| View original record | An owner would not have stopped the engine so quickly & might have done a lot of damage as bits of the 'suicide' JST which might have gone into cylinders. We left Paris about 7 last night & went to… | ||
| scan0248 | On hotel letterhead regarding car and travel arrangements. | ||
| View original record | Printed Text: L'HOTEL La Ville la plus Curieude de France, Monument d'Art unique au Monde The City of Carcassonne is the most interesting Place in France, a mediaeval Stronghold unique of its kind in… | ||
| scan0249 | Travel arrangements, requesting a wire be sent to Châteauvieux. | ||
| View original record | Send a wire to Châteauvieux when we shall spend a night on the way home. Thanks for the two days grace. GR | ||
| scan0250 | The inspection of an S.B.V. engine unit after a 15,000-mile test, detailing the performance of the crankshaft and main bearings. | ||
| View original record | To Ry. from Rm/Swdl. c. Hs. c. Da. c. RHC. c. Ex. Hoob. S.B.V. ENGINE UNIT. 15,000 MILES. Based on the inspection of the above unit after its 15,000 miles test, we give herewith our report on the… | ||
| scan0251 | Engine component wear and potential design improvements for main bearings and connecting rods following a 15,000-mile test. | ||
| View original record | -2- MAIN BEARINGS - Cont'd. Regarding their condition after the 15,000 miles test, the front, centre and rear bearings are excellent and show only a maximum wear of .001. The intermediates are… | ||
| scan0252 | Aerolite piston and Klingerit cylinder head gasket testing for different compression ratios. | ||
| View original record | -3- PISTONS (AEROLITE). In order to keep a common head for Bentley and Wraith which is a big advantage to production, it was conceived that this could be done and still have the higher compression… | ||
| scan0253 | Continued notes on cylinder head gaskets, push rods, and rocker bushes, detailing test results and component specifications. | ||
| View original record | -4- CYLINDER HEAD GASKET - Cont'd. With the present .062 thick section big end bearings however, in the event of a bearing failure, the piston which is .030 below the block would just hit the head… | ||
| scan0254 | Tests on new inlet valves and a Gaskoid rocker cover joint, including cost savings. | ||
| View original record | -5- AM/Swdl.9/MH.7.12.38. INLET VALVES. A sheet is being issued for the inlet valves which produced completely finished by Motor Components Ltd. in S/SLV. ran satisfactorily throughout the above… | ||
| scan0255 | Telegram from Paris to Derby requesting a two-day extension to an arrangement. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAM Charges to pay RECEIVED Handwritten: Hook. No. 121 OFFICE STAMP: DERBY 27 DEC 38 Time Stamp: PM 12 08 From: 44 CL 1120 7 PARIS 15 To: B/2424 /88 Handwritten Stamp: DM A ROBOTHAM… | ||
| scan0256 | Travel arrangement telegram for Maddocks regarding arrival in Dieppe. | ||
| View original record | 400 b. 1312.38. GRYLLS. HOTEL DE FRANCE. CHATEAUROUX. MADDOCKS ARRIVING DIEPPE 14.55 TOMORROW WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON PLEASE MEET OR CONTACT THROUGH R.A.C. Waller, ROYCAR. | ||
| scan0257 | Telegram received by telephone requesting two more days than originally arranged. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. R.R. 144A-43983-6-7-37 WHK 400B. Stamp: M.D. RECEIVED DEC 1938 Time Received 12.15 Date 1-12-38 To Robotham by car By S L from Paris 11.20 7/F 15wds… | ||
| scan0258 | Requesting daily reports from section leaders testing a car in France. | ||
| View original record | 400b. AFM. FJH. Std. Wym. c. Mx. c. Mx/Mr. Lewis. Rm10/R.9.12.38. Testers Running B.V. In France. Please note that we expect a Daily Report while the car is being driven in France by the Section… | ||
| scan0259 | Letter on hotel stationery detailing car performance and road damage encountered in France and Italy. | ||
| View original record | HÔTEL MODERNE & DES TROIS DAUPHINS Rue Félix-Poulat GRENOBLE G. Rivier, Propriétaire TÉLÉPHONE 2.71 Télégrammes: HOTEL MODERNE - GRENOBLE 400b Le 12 Dec 15/12/38 fh- By C to Ev. Note last para. Am You… | ||
| scan0260 | Car's performance and faults, including oil consumption, speed, and handling issues. | ||
| View original record | HÔTEL MODERNE TROIS DAUPHINS GRENOBLE underneath. The oil cons: is improving but the gear box still leaks at the front end. Yesterday morning on the autostrada to Bergamo the max speed allowing for… | ||
| scan0261 | Road test report from a trip through France and Italy detailing car performance and various issues encountered. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten text] from Rm [text crossed out] Note last para. 4006. unintroubles Rm. noted nice conditions no By [Typed text] COPY. Hotel Moderne & Des Trois Dauphins, Rue Felix Poulat, GRENOBLE. Rm.,… | ||
| scan0262 | Querying a recommendation to change the minimum engine oil level for a Wraith model. | ||
| View original record | Rm/IMW. 400b BY.4/G.16.12.38. hold Jun. RE: OIL LEVEL IN ENGINE. In your report on French run you recommend that we move the minimum .500" towards maximum. Does this apply to Wraith as well, or is it… | ||
| scan0263 | Oil pressure fluctuation in the engine sump of Wraith and Bentley chassis during braking and cornering. | ||
| View original record | 400b. To By. from Rm/IMW. Rm/IMW.4/MH.17.12.38. RE OIL LEVEL IN ENGINE. Replying to your memo By.4/G.16.12.38, the fluctuation of oil pressure with less than one gallon in the sump is common to Wraith… | ||
| scan0264 | Road test report of a 2,700-mile continental trip in car 8.S.V. | ||
| View original record | 400b To Sg. from Rm/Gry. c. Hs. c. By. c. Dn. c. Mx. c. RHC. c. OEH. A CONTINENTAL TRIP ON 8.S.V. Accompanied by Mr/FD. I have just completed about 2,700 miles in France and Italy on 8.S.V. This is… | ||
| scan0265 | Car's performance during a trip, focusing on speed, fuel consumption, and tyre behaviour in wet conditions. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/Gry.3/WH.17.12.38. Owing to perpetual rain sustained maximum speed was never used, the car being cruised at about 80 m.p.h. On the Bergamo autostrada the corrected speed either way was 94… | ||
| scan0266 | Telegram confirming an arrangement for Robotham to meet Waller in Boulogne. | ||
| View original record | Charges to pay s. d. RECEIVED H00b No. OFFICE STAMP POST OFFICE TELEGRAM 247 DERBY TELEGRAPHS 22DEC34 PM1 24m 10 Prefix. Time handed in. Office of Origin and Service Instructions. Words. m From: 310… | ||
| scan0267 | Telegram received by telephone regarding travel and meeting arrangements. | ||
| View original record | Hoob. ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 1-40 Date: 22-12-38 To: Poycat By: DB from: Paris 1210 22 Wds Robotham does arrangement- meet Waller Boulogne still hotel Pim Have… | ||
| scan0268 | Telegram received by telephone regarding a meeting arrangement. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 1-40. Date: 22-12-38. To: Regent. By: DB. from: Paris 1210 22 Huts. Robotham does arrangement- meet Waller Boulone still hold. FROM:… | ||
| scan0269 | Short message confirming a meeting arrangement in Boulogne. | ||
| View original record | 400b. 22/12/38. FRANCOBRIT, PARIS 80 MADDUCKS WALLER WILL MEET YOU BOULOGNE AS ARRANGED W A Robotham ROBOTHAM | ||
| scan0270 | Handover of car 8.B.V. and the fitting of new inlet valves and an oil filter cartridge. | ||
| View original record | COPY FOR FILES. 4006 Sporthotel Herrmann, Davos-Dorf. 20.12.38. To Rm. from Rm/IMW. 8.B.V. was handed over to Paris on Friday evening last as arranged. We arrived at 7 p.m. and saw D.Allen who agreed… | ||
| scan0271 | Road test report for a Bentley V vehicle, detailing its performance on snow-covered roads from Boulogne to Paris. | ||
| View original record | 23.12.38. 8.B.V. Bentley V. Total Miles since released for second 15,000 miles test Day's mileage 154. 5,364. Route - Boulogne - Paris. The whole run was on snow covered roads. Engine. At 50 m.p.h the… | ||
| scan0272 | Report page detailing issues with electrical equipment and bodywork. | ||
| View original record | -2- Electrical Equipment. Centre lamp dipping satisfactory. Instrument lighting good, but no better than more silent scheme on 9.B.V. Car heater fan out of order. Body work. Alarming thumps from dash… | ||
| scan0273 | 2,000-mile continental test run, noting performance, mileage, and mechanical issues. | ||
| View original record | 4006. Sg... from Mx. Hs. By Hm. De. RHO GWH. ---------------- Mx.15/N.29.12.38. ---------------- Continental Running on 8.B.V. ------------------------ Miles for trip 2000. Total mileage 5138. Petrol… | ||
| scan0274 | Issues with the automatic starting device, carburetter flooding, engine detonation, and gearbox operation. | ||
| View original record | -2- Mx.15/N.29.12.38 Cont'd. The automatic starting device is not as effective as the present standard manual control of main jet orifice. Although the engine fires immediately, it will not continue… | ||
| scan0275 | Continued vehicle test report listing faults with the axle, steering, brakes, suspension, heater, electrical systems, and coachwork. | ||
| View original record | -3- Mx.15/N.29.12.38 Cont'd. Axle. Noisy after sustained run at 80 M.P.H. Steering. Joggling of small amplitude on steering wheel. This was irritating and spoilt an otherwise excellent steering. We… | ||
| scan0276 | From Sg. to Rm. seeking clarification on conflicting reports about steering joggles for vehicle 8-B-V. | ||
| View original record | 400b. To Rm. from Sg. re 8-B-V. Sg8/E291238 I notice the report dated the 19th refers to steering joggles which are bad even on a good surface such as an Autobahn. I have had the former reports looked… | ||
| scan0277 | Report on three broken valve springs that failed during a 15,000-mile test. | ||
| View original record | 4006 also HSH To H1/EJW. from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.4/MH.2.1.39. VALVE SPRINGS (15,000 MILES TEST). Will you please give a report on the three broken valve springs we attach with this memo. The particulars… | ||
| scan0278 | Secret memo regarding an investigation into mysterious steering joggles. | ||
| View original record | 4006 SECRET. Sg. from Rm. Rm11/R.2.1.38. 8.B.V. With reference to Sg8/E291238, the steering joggles experienced by Mx. are a mystery as we have never before had them on B.V., nor were they present on… | ||
| scan0279 | Request to investigate the cause of steering joggles on vehicle 8.B.V. | ||
| View original record | 400b. Rm/IMW. c/o W/P - Sr. Rm12/R.2.1.38. If you get an opportunity before you return to England we should like you to try 8.B.V., and let us know whether the steering joggles complained of by Mx.… | ||
| scan0280 | Communication arranging an investigation into suspension and front end shake complaints. | ||
| View original record | Hoob AFVW 3.1.38. NEYMAN VINCI AT UN CHATEAUROUX. MARTINDALE WILL MEET YOU IN PARIS FRIDAY TO INVESTIGATE SUSPENSION AND FRONT END SHAKE COMPLAINTS STOP HE WILL BRING THERMOSTATS AND CROSS STEERING… | ||
| scan0281 | Telegram reporting a bent nearside cross steering tube following an accident and requesting a replacement. | ||
| View original record | 400b R.R. 144A-43983-6.7.37 WHK ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. STAMP: M.D. JAN 1939 RECEIVED Time Received 12.20 Date 3-1-39 To Rofolham Roycar. By SS from Arlessurrhone 11.30 3rd… | ||
| scan0282 | Telegram reporting a bent near-side cross steering tube after an accident and requesting a new tube. | ||
| View original record | ROBOTHAM ROYCAR DERBY ENGLAND = FOUND NEAR SIDE CROSS STEERING TUBE BENT STOP RESULT OF ACCIDENT REPORTED STOP HAVE STRAIGHTENED TUBE STOP PROCEEDING CHATEAUROUX ARRIVING THURSDAY MORNING STOP SEND… | ||
| scan0283 | Request to prepare a new cross steering tube for vehicle 8.B.V. following an accident in France. | ||
| View original record | 4006 To HPS. Rm/FJH.8/JH.4.1.39. 8.B.V. Steering. We have received a telegram from France to the effect that one of the cross steering tubes of 8.B.V. has been bent as the result of a slight accident.… | ||
| scan0284 | List of parts required for Bentley III Front Shock Dampers. | ||
| View original record | Hooper also HH2 4.1.39. LIST OF PARTS REQUIRED - BENTLEY III FRONT SHOCK DAMPERS - 8.B.V. 4. FB.3412 Starplate spring refill valve. 4. FB.4301 Refill valve. 2. FB.4248 Sleeve for valve stem. 2.… | ||
| scan0285 | Continuation of a parts list specifying steel balls, caster nuts, screws, and a thermostat unit. | ||
| View original record | -2- 2 5/16 steel balls. 2 Caster nut KB.3589. 1 Caster Nut KB.3581. 4 Cheese headed screws K.1910. 1 Thermostat Unit EB.4214. ................ | ||
| scan0286 | Phone message slip regarding Martindale Chateauroux Vingt-et-Un for Robotham. | ||
| View original record | 4006 Rm/M.H. MARTINDALE CHATEAUROUX VINGT-ET-UN PLEASE PHONE RM ROBOTHAM | ||
| scan0287 | Instructing the stores to despatch covers to a customer at the Hotel de France, Chateauroux. | ||
| View original record | 4006. To Hd/FC. c. to D/BP. Rm/FD.8/JH.9.1.39. We are sending into the stores today 6 6.50 / 16 covers. Will you please arrange to have these despatched to Mr. Waller C/O. Hotel de France,… | ||
| scan0288 | Laboratory report on the examination of failed valve springs from a 15,000 miles test. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: Comment P - herewith report on failed springs 8BV. Looks as though backing up to max speed overstressed them. Rm/Swdl Handwritten: M.1775. 450b. Typed: To Rm/Swdl. from H1/EJW.… | ||
| scan0289 | Coordinating car testing logistics from France to England and investigating potential mechanical issues. | ||
| View original record | Hoob To Rm/AFM. from Rm/IMW. Chateauroux. I arrived back at the works this afternoon and gave Rm. a brief account of our work on the car and my day's run with you. He does not want the car to return… | ||
| scan0290 | Letter to coachbuilders Park Ward detailing complaints about the coachwork on a Bentley 8.B.5. | ||
| View original record | Road 4006. CONFIDENTIAL. 12th. January 1939. BY.16/N. Messrs.Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. Dear Sirs, Re: Bentley 8.B.5 Rm As a result of a tour in Europe our… | ||
| scan0291 | List of complaints and proposed solutions regarding various vehicle components. | ||
| View original record | -2- It is essential with high rear boots that the base of the light be kept as low as possible. The driving mirror on 8.B.5. appears to be suspended from the top of the screen but not low enough down… | ||
| scan0292 | Requesting the application of minor features recommended by Sales to a Standardised Body specification. | ||
| View original record | -3- Will you kindly in future always apply to the specification any such minor features as a matter of course. The feature instated should be that recommended by Sales on a similar Standardised Body.… | ||
| scan0293 | Front end shake caused by loose rivets during a 50,000-mile test and the proposed solution of welding the frame. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. c. to Hs. c. to By. c. to Da. c. to RH. c. to Hx. c. to OWB. 400 B Rm.10/JH.12.1.39. 50,000 Miles Test. Waller, who examined the car in Paris, agrees with Martindale that the front end shake… | ||
| scan0294 | Repairs for a car's frame, rear shock absorber links, and brake linkage. | ||
| View original record | Rm/AFM. from Rm. Paris. 4006. Rml/R.13.1.39. Further to our telephone conversation, we have discussed the frame generally in view of your report on the rivets loosening, and have come to the… | ||
| scan0295 | Continental road trip test of the 8.B.V. car. | ||
| View original record | 4806 To By. c. to Hs. c. to Da. c. to Mx. Rm/wym.9/JH.14.1.39. REPORT ON CONTINENTAL TRIP ON 8.B.V. DEC. 29th. 1938 to JAN. 6th.1939. On Thursday Dec. 29th. we took over 8.B.V. car in Paris for the… | ||
| scan0296 | Unfavourable performance aspects and running issues of a vehicle, including suspension, lighting, and brakes. | ||
| View original record | -2- pressure was necessary, and the engine was smooth, quiet and performance satisfactory. The overdrive is excellent for high speed work, the car has a feeling of just 'loping' along with an entire… | ||
| scan0297 | Numbered list of vehicle faults and a concluding summary of its performance. | ||
| View original record | -3- Rm/Wym.9/JH.16.1.39. There are two other schemes to overcome this trouble (1) Our old type of spring loaded ball joint link, and (2) a scheme using Silentbloc bushes, both of which are of course… | ||