Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Radiator design for the B.38 model, its modifications, and interchangeability with the Wraith 80. | ||
| View original record | To Da. from Ev. c. By. c. Rm c. Rm/Std. Radiator for B.38. Attached is PD.276 shewing a modified base to the latest B.III. radiator to enable it to be used with the frame having bent front pan. The… | ||
| scan0002 | Description of the front apron and bumper for the B.38 model, detailing its specifications and modifications. | ||
| View original record | BX/NS. c. Rm. # 1039 Da.1/G.23.11.38. FRONT APRON AND BUMPER. B.38. R. DODD PD.314. PD.314 attached shows the front apron and bumper for B.38. The apron is in general similar to that of PD.255 but… | ||
| scan0003 | Bonnet layout and dimensions for the B.38 type chassis with an eight-cylinder engine. | ||
| View original record | To Da. from Ev. c. By. c. Rm. c. Da/JB. c. Rm/Std. 1039 Da/Ev.11/N.2.12.38. Layout of Bonnet for B.38. Herewith is PD.319 shewing the bonnet dimensions for the B.38 type chassis i.e. the B.3. chassis… | ||
| scan0004 | Confidential letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd. regarding the design of a Saloon body for a Bentley V Saloon chassis. | ||
| View original record | c. De. Rm. Rm/FD. 404 CONFIDENTIAL. 23rd.December 1938. BY.12/N. Messrs.Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. Dear Sirs, Re: Bentley V. Saloon 11.B.5. We wish to confirm that… | ||
| scan0005 | The revised design for a 4 Door Close Coupled Saloon ordered from Messrs. Park Ward. | ||
| View original record | To Da.. from Ev. c. Rm.. 404 Da/Ev.12/N.28.12.38. Re: Revised 4 Door Close Coupled Saloon 11.B.5. On PD.327 herewith we shew the design of a revised 4 door Close Coupled Saloon which has been ordered… | ||
| scan0006 | Specification document for the 11.B.V. model, detailing the chassis, engine, and various components. | ||
| View original record | 400. To EP. By/REE. c. to Ey. By/RB. c. to Do. By/CF. c. to By/Rt. Da/JH. c. to By/CRL. Rm/Cr.21/JH. 19.12.38. Specification for 11.B.V. Herewith a comprehensive specification for 11.B.V. This chassis… | ||
| scan0007 | List of vehicle component specifications and instructions for action. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/Cr.21/JH.29.12.38. Footswitch. Lucas FT.22.N. Wire Fittings. } Lamp horns } To be decided by Rm/RC. and By/ED. & Fittgs. } Engine. Cast iron 8 cyl. engine. Specification to be issued by… | ||
| scan0008 | List of vehicle components and specifications, including stiffened yoke, suspension, frame, and brakes. | ||
| View original record | -3- Rm/Cr.21/JH.29.12.38. Stiffened Yoke. FD.129. Front damper as latest I.O.F. (glands, perfect oil seals, knurled shafts, side valves, no bellows no pipes to front dampers). Rolls rod FCD.767, 794,… | ||
| scan0009 | List of required and non-required vehicle component schemes and their part numbers. | ||
| View original record | -4- Rm/Cr/21/JH.29.12.38. Servo FD.211 & FD.320. Servo balancer FD.212. Servo drive FD.222 (with whole bronze wheel). Rear brakes FD.125 and FD.262 for semi floating axle. Rear brake adjustor GCD.770… | ||
| scan0010 | To coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding a Close Coupled Saloon, reference 11-B-5. | ||
| View original record | HOH C. to Rm. [text crossed out] BY.1/EH. 4th. January 1939. Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. CONFIDENTIAL. Dear Sirs, Re Close Coupled Saloon - 11-B-5. We have… | ||
| scan0011 | Specification for the coachwork of a Close Coupled Four Door Saloon on a Short Wheelbase Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | SPECIFICATION OF COACHWORK FOR 11-B-5. Close Coupled Four Door Saloon - Short Wheelbase Bentley. Chassis. B.5. Type Short Wheelbase Bentley chassis, for all drawings of which see appendix.… | ||
| scan0012 | Specification sheet detailing various car body and interior components. | ||
| View original record | (2) Luggage Boot. To have capacity as drawn on PD.327 with no plywood inner casings, so that golf clubs may be carried. Rear lid of cantilever type to carry luggage on occasions, but every effort to… | ||
| scan0013 | List of specifications for various car body components, including interior fittings, exterior lamps, and mounting instructions. | ||
| View original record | (3) Interior Woodwork. Interior woodwork to choice. Sun Visors. Light type sun visors to be of a pattern approved by Derby, and to admit of a central driving mirror. Body Mounting. Mounting of dash… | ||
| scan0014 | Specification of chassis requirements for a Short Wheelbase Bentley, detailing differences from another model. | ||
| View original record | APPENDIX OF SCHEMES. Re Short Wheelbase Bentley. Specification of Chassis required for 11-B-5. In order that you can proceed with the body for 11.B.5. we send you herewith a specification of Chassis… | ||
| scan0015 | List of modifications and references to technical drawings for dashboard, bonnet, and front apron components. | ||
| View original record | (2) (7) Dashboard and Contour of the upright type. See F.CD.1101 sent herewith. (8) Bonnet Valence Strip to suit longer bonnet. Scheme to follow. (9) Front apron and front bumper. See FD.314 sent… | ||
| scan0016 | Accessories for model 11.B.5 not supplied by the coachbuilders. | ||
| View original record | To Rm.. from Da/Ev. HOH c. Da c. Rm/Std. (crossed out) c. Rm/RC c. Da/JD. c. BY/RD. c. Rm/FD. ----------------- Da/Ev2/N.4.1.39. ----------------- Re: Accessories for 11.B.5. not supplied by the… | ||
| scan0017 | Letter confirming the handover of specifications and prints for a Close Coupled Saloon on chassis 11.B.5. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Da. Rn/FD. 404 7th. January 1938. BY.1/N. Messrs.Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. Dear Sirs, Re: Chassis 11.B.5. Close Coupled Saloon. We confirm herewith that the… | ||
| scan0018 | Dispatch of a radiator blueprint (F.CD.1144) for the Bentley 38 Chassis to outside contractors. | ||
| View original record | 1039 To Rm/Std. BY/CS1/EH.9.1.39. Re Bentley 38 Chassis. Radiator - Section 5250. Please receive herewith one blue print of the following scheme. F.CD.1144 Radiator. This we understand is required for… | ||
| scan0019 | Letter to John Marston Ltd. enclosing drawing FCD.1144 for a Bentley J8 radiator. | ||
| View original record | 1039 Experimental Dept. Rm/Std.6/MH. 9th. January 1939. Messrs. John Marston Ltd., WOLVERHAMPTON. For the attention of Mr. Dunn. Dear Sirs, Please receive herewith drawing FCD.1144 which shows… | ||
| scan0020 | Confidential letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding chassis 11.B.5, front wing clearance and valance shape. | ||
| View original record | RW 404 CONFIDENTIAL. 14th.January 1939. BY.6/N. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 73, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. Dear Sir, Re: Chassis 11.B.5. We confirm we left with you yesterday a print of… | ||
| scan0021 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. confirming choices for paintwork, leather, carpet, and headcloth for a saloon car. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Rm/FD. Da. HOH 14th. February 1939. BY.8/N. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. Dear Sirs, Re: 11.B.5. - Saloon. We thank you for your letter of the 9th.inst.… | ||
| scan0022 | Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding modifications to the front wings for model 11.B.5. | ||
| View original record | c. Da. Rm. Rm/FD. 404 CONFIDENTIAL. 21st. January 1939. BY.3/N. Messrs.Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. Dear Sir, Re: Front Wings of 11.B.5. Herewith we enclose a… | ||
| scan0023 | Front wheel movements for B.V and B.38 models. | ||
| View original record | 1039. Rm. Da/E.V. 1/N. 23-1-39 Front Wheel movements B.V and B.38. file H.S.b. | ||
| scan0024 | Confidential letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding corrections to a print for chassis 11.B.5. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Rm/FD. Da. 404 CONFIDENTIAL. 1st. February 1939. BY.16/N. Messrs.Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. Dear Sirs, Re: Chassis 11.B.5. We have previously sent to you a… | ||
| scan0025 | Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding paint colour, moulding, and leather patterns for a Close Coupled Saloon. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Rm/FD. Da. HOH CONFIDENTIAL. 8th. February 1939. BY.11/N. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. Dear Sirs, Re: Close Coupled Saloon. 11.B.5. We thank you for… | ||
| scan0026 | Instructions and part list for the radiator's bottom water pipe and drain tap on Bentley 38 and Wraith 80 chassis. | ||
| View original record | 1039. 446 To HPS. c. EHW. [crossed out] c. WHC/WAD. [crossed out] c. Rm/FJH. C. Reg/Accounts for HPS. [crossed out] BY/CS1/EH.3.3.39. Re Bentley 38 and Wraith 80 Chassis. Radiator - Section 5250.… | ||
| scan0027 | Modifications to water connections between a B.80 engine and B.38 chassis radiator. | ||
| View original record | 1039 also 104rt BY/RS. c. Rm. e. Rm/FJH. 440 B.80 ENGINE IN B.38 CHASSIS - WATER CONNECTIONS BETWEEN ENGINE AND RADIATOR. Please receive herewith :- E.CD.1238 Top Water Pipe - B.80 engine in B.38… | ||
| scan0028 | Particulars of 8-inch static deflection springs for a bent front pan. | ||
| View original record | 400e. To Da.. from Da/DB. c. By. Rm/AFM. c. Rm/FWK. Ev. Da/DB.18/N.9.3.39. 8" Static Deflection Springs, 850 lbs.Normal Load. For Bent Front Pan, B.38. The attached table gives particulars of front… | ||
| scan0029 | Urgent memo regarding blueprints for a new Water Inlet (EB.4707) for the Bentley 38 Chassis radiator. | ||
| View original record | 1039. 400 URGENT. BY/CS3/EH.9.3.39. Re Bentley 38 Chassis. Radiator - Section 5250. E.CD.1238 - Top Water Pipe. Please receive herewith blue prints of the following new part. EB.4707 Water Inlet Will… | ||
| scan0030 | Alteration details for a Bottom Plate, Top Tank, and Yoke, specifically regarding water inlet and bracket positions. | ||
| View original record | TO Rm/FJH. ALTERATION EB.4435 Bottom Plate - Top Tank. (1) Position of water inlet port moved from centre to 5.512 from edge and aperture altered from 1.125 to 1.250 dia. EB.4448 Top Tank. (1)… | ||
| scan0031 | New and modified blueprints for the Bentley 38 Chassis radiator and headlamp components. | ||
| View original record | 1039 440 [Handwritten, crossed out text] c.c. Mr Hives [Typed, crossed out text] c.c. Mr Hey.-Ald. c. Rm/FJH. [Handwritten, crossed out text] c. Roy/Les for HPS. BY/CS1/EH.10.3.39. Re Bentley 38… | ||
| scan0032 | Scheme for the lengthened bonnet face plate and rest angle for the Bentley 38, chassis 11.B.5. | ||
| View original record | DY/ms c. Rm. [REDACTED] FJH 400E DA.8/G.14.3.39. BENTLEY 38 (CHASSIS 11.B.5.) BONNET. Please receive herewith the following scheme :- F.CD.1251 Bonnet Face Plate and Rest Angle. The above scheme shews… | ||
| scan0033 | The Rationalised Chassis Programme. | ||
| View original record | H00e Rm. Da.15/G. 17. 3. 39. Re Rationalised Chassis Programme file 1260 | ||
| scan0034 | Instructions regarding a scheme for the bonnet side fixings for a Bentley 38, chassis 11.B.5. | ||
| View original record | 450e BT/NS. c. Rm. c. De/ID. DA.2/G.20.3.39. W/DRAWN File BENTLEY 38. (CHASSIS 11.B.5.) BONNET. Please receive herewith the following scheme :- F.CD.1256 Bonnet Side Fixings, Top. The above scheme… | ||
| scan0035 | Requirement for detailed designs of engine support brackets for a chassis. | ||
| View original record | WYMAN File HY/NS, 4001 c. Rm. B.38. CHASSIS. 1BJ There ought to be suitable engine support brackets on this chassis. A design is shewn on FD.192, but has probably never been detailed. If they could… | ||
| scan0036 | Instruction to have the wiring on a car mounted on the engine side of the dash. | ||
| View original record | Hode To HPS. Rm/FD.11/JH.27.3.39. 11.B.V. Will you please have the wiring on this car mounted on the engine side of the dash to FCD.1236. Rm/FD. | ||
| scan0037 | Modification scheme for the Side Spare Wheel Carrier on chassis 11.B.5. | ||
| View original record | BY/NS. c. Rm. c. Da/ID. H50e DA.1/G.27.3.39. F. Dodd BENTLEY 38. RE: CHASSIS 11.B.5. SIDE SPARE WHEEL CARRIER. Please receive herewith the following scheme :- F.CD.1284 Modification to Side Spare… | ||
| scan0038 | Instructions regarding modifications to the frame extension bracket for the Bentley 38 chassis front bumper. | ||
| View original record | DA/NS. c. Rm. e. Da/JD. 400e. DA.2/G.27.3.39. BENTLEY 38. RE: CHASSIS 11.B.5. FRONT BUMPER & BRACKET. Please receive herewith the following scheme :- F.CD.1271 Modifications to Frame Extension… | ||
| scan0039 | Request to post a pair of headlamp brackets to Marstons of Wolverhampton for a chassis radiator they are producing. | ||
| View original record | HODE To D/BP. (W.E. handwritten above) from HPS/WSC. Rm/FJH. HPS/WSC.3/BA.28.3.39. 11.B.V. Radiator. Will you please post to-day certain to Messrs. Marstons, Wolverhampton, 1 pair of DB.4666/7 Head… | ||
| scan0040 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the supply of new blueprints for bonnet plates for chassis 11.B.5. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Rm/FD. 400e 4th. April 1939. BY.24/N. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. For the attention of Mr.Ward. Dear Sir, Re: Chassis 11.B.5. As you no doubt will… | ||
| scan0041 | Requesting permission to transport an experimental Bentley chassis to Messrs. Park Ward. | ||
| View original record | Hooe. To Hd. c. to Mr. Barkworth. Rm/FD.4/JH.4.4.39. Will you please give your permission for the transport lorry to deliver an exptl. Bentley chassis to Messrs. Park Ward, High Road, Willesden, on… | ||
| scan0042 | Short typed memo confirming a chassis is arriving by lorry today. | ||
| View original record | 400e. 5.4.39. Warenpar, Willroad, LONDON. 11.B.5. CHASSIS ARRIVING BY LORRY TODAY. Dodd, Roycar. | ||
| scan0043 | Despatch of a chassis to Messrs. Park Wards for body fitting. | ||
| View original record | HOOE To Da/Ev. Rm/FD.1/JH.6.4.39. re 11.B.5. This chassis was despatched to Messrs. Park Wards on Wed. the 5th. to have the body fitted. Rm/PD. | ||
| scan0044 | Order for bonnet hinges for car models 11.B.V. and 12.B.V. | ||
| View original record | 400e + 1026 To Roy. from Rm/Ed. c. G/JWH. c. Rm/ABR. Rm/Ed.3/MH.17.4.39. BONNET HINGES FOR 11.B.V. & 12.B.V. Will you please order bonnet hinges from Messrs. Hallam, Sleigh & Cheston Ltd., Birmingham,… | ||
| scan0045 | Letter from the Experimental Dept. requesting two bonnet hinges from Messrs. Hallam, Sleigh & Cheston Ltd. | ||
| View original record | Experimental Dept. RM/Ed.2/MH. 17th. April, 1939. Messrs. Hallam, Sleigh & Cheston Ltd., Widney Works, Bagot Street, BIRMINGHAM. For the attention of Mr. Booth. Dear Sirs, Will you please make and… | ||
| scan0046 | Letter to Messrs Park Ward & Co. Ltd. concerning headlamp sockets for chassis 11.B.5. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Rm/ED. HOOC. 19th. April. 1939. CONFIDENTIAL. BY.18/N. Messrs Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden London N.W.10. For the attention of Mr. Ward. Dear Sir, On Friday the 14th. of… | ||
| scan0047 | Confidential letter to coachbuilder Park Ward regarding the omission of defroster ducts on Chassis 11.B.5. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Rm/FD. HOOE Rm CONFIDENTIAL. 24th. April 1939. BY.12/N. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. For the attention of Mr.Ward. Dear Sir, Re: Chassis 11.B.5. During… | ||
| scan0048 | Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. confirming the despatch of bonnet parts marked 11.B.5. | ||
| View original record | H50e EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/FD.9/JH. 25th. April, 1939. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473 High Road, Willesden, LONDON.N.W.10. Dear Sirs, With reference to your letter of the 22nd. inst. we have… | ||
| scan0049 | Confirmation letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co. Ltd regarding the safe arrival of chassis parts. | ||
| View original record | 400e DIRECTORS: A.T. ROBERTS W.M. PARK A.F. SIDGREAVES C.W. WARD R.W. HARVEY-BAILEY C. FALCONER F.C. HONEYMAN W.S. PAGE PARK WARD & CO LTD COACHBUILDERS 473 HIGH ROAD, WILLESDEN LONDON N.W.10… | ||
| scan0050 | Letter from Park Ward & Co. Ltd confirming a telegram regarding missing bonnet springs for chassis No. 11.B.5. | ||
| View original record | DIRECTORS: A.T. ROBERTS W.M. PARK A.F. SIDGREAVES C.W. WARD R.W. HARVEY-BAILEY C. FALCONER F.C. HONEYMAN W.S. PACE PARK WARD & CO. LTD COACHBUILDERS 473 HIGH ROAD, WILLESDEN LONDON N.W.10 TELEPHONE -… | ||
| scan0051 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. enclosing a blueprint for a Front Apron and an updated list of chassis drawings. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Rm/FD. Da. Hooe. CONFIDENTIAL. 2nd. May 1939. BY.11/N. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. For the attention of Mr.Ward. Dear Sir, Re: Chassis 11/B.5. Please… | ||
| scan0052 | Post Office Telegram requesting the immediate dispatch of bonnet springs from Park Ward. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAM Charges to pay RECEIVED No. 0264 OFFICE STAMP Prefix. Time handed in. Office of Origin and Service Instructions. Words. PM 5 31m 52 From 452 5.7 LONDON T 15 To DERBY STAMP: 12 MAY… | ||
| scan0053 | Request for permission to use a transport lorry to collect a Bentley body from Messrs. Park Ward. | ||
| View original record | To Hd. c. to Mr. Barkworth. Rm/FD.11/JH.5.5.39. Will you please give your permission for the transport lorry to collect a Bentley body mounted on a dummy chassis, from Messrs. Park Ward, High Road,… | ||
| scan0054 | File card regarding Bentley V. rear axle ratios. | ||
| View original record | 400c. Rm. By.5/G.5.5.39. Bentley V. Rear Axle Ratios file 402. | ||
| scan0055 | Order for a pair of front road springs for a specific chassis. | ||
| View original record | 450e + 1305 To Roy/Ms. from Rm/FWK. c. to G/JWH. Rm/FWK.19/JH.8.5.39. 11.B.V. Will you please order 1 pair of front road springs for the above chassis FB.4813. C/N.52444. Rm/FWK. | ||
| scan0056 | Letter from the Experimental Department regarding the return of replaced ash trays. | ||
| View original record | 400e. EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/FD.4/JH. 15th. May. 1939. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473 High Road, Willesden, LONDON.N.W.10. Dear Sirs, We are returning today the ash trays removed from 11.B.V.… | ||
| scan0057 | Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the supply of replacement 'Ace' type ashtrays for chassis No.11.B.V. | ||
| View original record | 450e. DIRECTORS: A.T. ROBERTS A.F. SIDGREAVES R.W. HARVEY-BAILEY F.C. HONEYMAN W.M. PARK C.W. WARD C. FALCONER W.S. PAGE PARK WARD & CO. LTD COACHBUILDERS OFFICIALLY APPOINTED RETAILERS OF ROLLS ROYCE… | ||
| scan0058 | Return of two ash trays to be replaced with new ones painted to match the leather. | ||
| View original record | 450e To Hd/FG. c. to D/BP. Rm/FD.5/JH.15.5.39. We are sending into the stores 2 ash trays, will you please have these returned to Messrs. Park Ward Ltd., 473 High Road, Willesden, London.N.W.10. These… | ||
| scan0059 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. requesting the despatch of a speedometer for chassis 11.B.5 to Derby. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Rm/PD. Hooe. CONFIDENTIAL. 15th. May 1939. BY.2/N. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. For the attention of Mr.Ward. Dear Sir, Re: Chassis 11.B.5. We thank… | ||
| scan0060 | Letter from the Experimental Department to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. requesting a gallon of paint for car body No.302. | ||
| View original record | Hooe. EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/FD.16/JH. 17th. May, 1939. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473 High Road, Willesden, LONDON.N.W.10. Dear Sirs, re 11.B.V. Chassis. We should be very glad if you would… | ||
| scan0061 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. concerning the return of replaced ashtrays for chassis 11.B.5. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm HOOR CONFIDENTIAL. 17th. May 1939. BY.14/N. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden London N.W.10. For the attention of Mr. Ward. Dear Sirs, Re: Chassis 11.B.5. We thank you for… | ||
| scan0062 | Letter from Park Ward & Co. Ltd confirming the dispatch of light grey cellulose for Body No. B.302. | ||
| View original record | 400e. DIRECTORS: A.T. ROBERTS W.M. PARK A.F. SIDGREAVES C.W. WARD R.W. HARVEY-BAILEY C. FALCONER F.C. HONEYMAN W.S. PAGE PARK WARD & CO. LTD COACHBUILDERS OFFICIALLY APPOINTED RETAILERS OF ROLLS ROYCE… | ||
| scan0063 | Standardising a ¾° castor angle for B.V. steering and preparing necessary yokes for various chassis. | ||
| View original record | 400e 400c 800u 450 To H.P.S. from Rm/F.J.H. Rm/F.J.H.3/MH.23.5.39. B.V. STEERING. We have recently standardised a castor angle of ¾° for the 300 B.V. chassis . We wish to fit this to our experimental… | ||
| scan0064 | Letter from coachbuilders Park, Ward & Co. Ltd confirming the despatch of cellulose paint for a Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | H.OOe. PARK. WARD & CO LTD COACHBUILDERS OFFICIALLY APPOINTED RETAILERS OF ROLLS ROYCE CARS (SHOWROOMS - 40 CONDUIT STREET) 473 HIGH ROAD WILLESDEN LONDON N W 10 DIRECTORS A.T.ROBERTS W.M.PARK… | ||
| scan0065 | Requesting an order for a Bentley V chassis frame and pan, listing required part numbers. | ||
| View original record | To. HBS. c.c. Hynes c.c. ROY/Les. c.c. RHO/Sid. c. Rm. c.c. RHO/SS. HOOe. BY/HEB.3/WB.27.5.39. COMET SPECIAL. BENTLEY V CHASSIS WITH BENT FRONT PAN. FRAME AND PAN .092 THICK. Will ROY/Les. please… | ||
| scan0066 | Note concerning 'lightened levers', with a cross-reference to another file. | ||
| View original record | 400e. By |a|d. Rm/a7M.1/JH.27.5.39. Lightened levers. see file 1305. | ||
| scan0067 | Instructing the fitting of a rear joint to a chassis's side steering tube. | ||
| View original record | H50e . HPS. from Rm/FJH. c. Rm/FD. Rm/FJH3/R.7.6.39. 11-B-V STEERING. Will you please fit to the side steering tube of the above chassis a rear joint to FB.4927. Rm/FJH. | ||
| scan0068 | Requesting a strengthened front engine mounting be prepared for car 11.B.5 following a failure of the current type. | ||
| View original record | 450 e To HPS. Rm/FD.11/JH.8.6.39. 11.B.5. Will you please have the front engine mounting changed and a strengthened type prepared. owing to the failure of the present type on the above car. Rm/FD. | ||
| scan0069 | Instruction to modify the rear brakes by replacing steadies on the dust covers with bent brackets from the carrier plates. | ||
| View original record | H50e To HPS. Rm/JBD.9/JH.8.6.39. 11.B.V. Rear Brakes. Will you please remove the steadies fitted to the dust covers for the shoe of the rear brakes and replace them by bent brackets from the carrier… | ||
| scan0070 | Requesting a Bentley radiator badge be enamelled red, then returned for chromium plating before being fitted to a car. | ||
| View original record | HSOe To: Roy/HW c. to Rm/FD. BY/NS.3/MG.16.6.39 BENTLEY RADIATOR BADGES Will you please arrange to have the badge sent herewith enamelled Red. When completed it should be returned so that we can… | ||
| scan0071 | Note regarding experimental cowling weights. | ||
| View original record | 400E. Rm. Da/EV. 2/N. 27.6.39 Re experimental Cow weights. file 1115 | ||
| scan0072 | Weekend mileage and vehicle condition report for vehicle 11.B.V. | ||
| View original record | 450e. COPY FOR FILES. June, 1939. 11.B.V. WEEK END MILEAGE. Petrol consumption test over 342 miles at fast cruising speed - 14.8 m.p.g. Numerous rattles and knocks were still evident, these are being… | ||
| scan0073 | Requesting modifications to a car's transmission system while at the fitting shop. | ||
| View original record | 4ode. HPS/RH. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry1/R.4.7.39. 11.B.V. - TRANSMISSION. While this car is at the fitting shop, will you please carry out the following modifications:- (1) Fit the weaker anti-rattle… | ||
| scan0074 | Requesting brake modifications and other checks on car 11.B.V. | ||
| View original record | 400e To HPS. f c. HES/RH. Rm/JBD.7/JH.4.7.39. 11.B.V. BRAKES. When this car comes into the shop will you please fit the following:- (1) VG.90 brake linings. (2) Increased leverage to master cylinder.… | ||
| scan0075 | Instructions for fitting and making experimental exhaust systems for a Bentley 11.B.V. C.I. 80 Engine to reduce B.HP loss. | ||
| View original record | Hooe. To HPS. from Rm/Whym. Rm/Whym.1/BA.17.7.39. Bentley 11.B.V. C.I. 80 Engine. We want to try a freer exhaust system on the above car to reduce the B.H.P. loss, and for experimental purposes we… | ||
| scan0076 | Log book entry detailing a road test and issues with car model 11.B.V. | ||
| View original record | 400c. From Rm. for Log Book. 11.B.V. This is a very much improved car. In the soft position, the rear damping does not seem adequate. The amount of leak on the front dampers could, with advantage, be… | ||
| scan0077 | Dented front frame pan caused by jacking without a jacking pad. | ||
| View original record | 450e, 400g & 6.66a To Rm/IMW - Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, FRANCE. Rm/FD.19/JH.21.7.39. re 30.G.7. and 14.B.V. We have found the front frame pan dented in the centre on 11.B.V. by jacking,… | ||
| scan0078 | Outlining the required specifications for modifications to three experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | HJOe, HJOa + 800a Rm/NRC. from Rm. c. All Testers. Rm14/R.5.8.39. We must issue specifications for modifications to 3 experimental cars in the immediate future. 3.B.50. This requires a final… | ||
| scan0079 | Instruction to fit a rubber mounted centre prop shaft joint to a Bentley 11.B.V. and check the shaft for balance. | ||
| View original record | 400e. To HPS. c. HPS/RH. Rm/Wym.1/SW.6.3.40. Bentley 11.B.V. Will you please fit up to the above car the scheme for rubber mounting the centre prop shaft joint. We would like you to check the shaft… | ||
| scan0080 | Reference note concerning a chassis fitted with a B.80 engine, directing to another file. | ||
| View original record | H50e. Rm. E.V.1/JH. 8.3.40. re Chassis with B.80 Engine see file 1044 | ||
| scan0081 | Troubleshooting a pronounced propeller shaft period on an 11.B.V. Bentley Car. | ||
| View original record | 450 c. To HPS. from Rm/Wym. c. HPS/RH. Rm/Wym.1/SW.11.3.40. 11.B.V. Bentley Car. We are still troubled with a pronounced propellor shaft period in the above car, although we have fitted the rubber… | ||
| scan0082 | Request to fit new linings to the rear brakes of vehicle 11.B.V. | ||
| View original record | HPS/RH. 400e Rm/MHR.12/ML.12.3.40. Will you please arrange to fit new linings to the rear brakes of 11.B.V. We will supply the shoes and linings complete. Rm/MHR. | ||
| scan0083 | Faults on car model 11 B.V., including starting, wind noise, speedometer, and engine issues. | ||
| View original record | file 400e Rm/Wym. Rm.2/ML.27.3.40. 11 B.V. 17 gallons of petrol were added to this car. The following points were noticed : (1) STARTING. The car is now most difficult to start. It is necessary to… | ||
| scan0084 | Test report detailing performance issues with a vehicle's gearbox, steering, throttle, and smoothness. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Cont'd. Rm.2/ML.27.3.40. They are, however, wearing rapidly, even with the increased lines on the front. The brakes were never abused during the run. (6) GEARBOX. There is no syncromesh on… | ||
| scan0085 | Work order detailing modifications and checks for the 11-B-V Car B.80 No.3 Unit. | ||
| View original record | hove To HPS. from Rm/Wym. c. HPS/RH. Rm/Wym.1/SW.28.3.40. 11-B-V Car B.80 No.3 Unit. We wish to send the above car into the fitting shop for the following work to be done. (1) Dismantle gearbox and… | ||
| scan0086 | List of instructions for vehicle modifications, including removing the instrument board and measuring cylinder bores. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Rm/Wym.1/SW.28.3.40. (12) Remove instrument board to enable coach- builders to fit up a better scuttle support for the steering column bracket. If you will let us know when you are likely to… | ||
| scan0087 | Instructions for modifications to a car, including fitting machined pulleys and new bonnet side plates. | ||
| View original record | RH. c to Rm/Col. c to Rm/Wym. File 4002 Rm/Ed.4/GH.29.3.40. re 11.B.V. ----------- As soon as the above car comes to hand will you please arrange to carry out the following modifications. 1. Fit… | ||
| scan0088 | To fit water pump S.C.D.1398 to car 11.B.V. | ||
| View original record | HPS/RH. HOVe Rm/Ed.2/GH.3.4.40. File re 11.B.V. Will you please arrange to fit the water pump S.C.D.1398 to the above car while it is in the Shop. Rm/Ed. | ||
| scan0089 | Request for a rough drawing of stiffening strips for bonnet side plates on car .11.B.V. | ||
| View original record | Ev/HH. c to Rm/Col. File 400E Rm/Ed.3/GH.5.4.40. re BONNET SIDE PLATES - .11.B.V. Confirming our verbal request, we should be glad if you would prepare a rough drawing showing two vertical and one… | ||
| scan0090 | Work to be carried out on Bentley Car 11-B-Y. | ||
| View original record | 4002 To HPS. from Rm/Wym. c. HPS/RH. Rm/Wym.1/SW.11.4.40. Bentley Car 11-B-Y. We are sending the above car into the fitting shop for the following work to be done :- (1) Remove present exhaust system,… | ||
| scan0091 | Requesting the relining of rear brakes while testers change the induction system. | ||
| View original record | 400e. HPS/RH. from Rm. Rm/FD.4/JS.22.4.40. 11.B.5. Will you please arrange to have the rear brakes relined. We should like this work doing in the Exp'l Garage today while the testers change over the… | ||
| scan0092 | Staff re-arrangements for juniors in the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | 400 E. Stay G/W. From Ra/CES. c. C/Dm. c. Ha/HS. c. Mo/IAS. Ra/CES.5/JMS.30.4.40. EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT (JUNIORS). Will you please note the following re-arrangement, and make the necessary… | ||
| scan0093 | Performance and petrol consumption test report on a Bentley 11 B.V. car comparing different carburettor setups. | ||
| View original record | 4002 f 1036 Ev. from Rm./Wym. c. JNR. c. Rm/CTS. Bentley Car 11 B.V. Unit B.80. No.3. We have carried out performance and petrol consumption tests on 11.B.V. car with a Duplex Stromberg carb. fitted,… | ||
| scan0094 | Comparison of fuel consumption figures for Stromberg versus 3 S.U. carburettors, with detailed test conditions. | ||
| View original record | -2- The following are the figures:- Stromberg. 3 S.U's. 20 M.P.H. ... ... 18.27 M.P.G.? - 19.44 M.P.G. 30 " ... ... 19.16 ? - 16.72 " 40 " ... ... 18.33 " - 16.33 " 50 " ... ... 15.41 " - 15.00 " 60 "… | ||
| scan0095 | Performance and petrol consumption tests comparing a Duplex Stromberg carburettor with three S.U. carburettors on a Bentley 11.B.V. car. | ||
| View original record | COPY Ev. From Rm/Wym. C. Jmr. C. Rm/CTS. File 400e 14.6.40. Bentley Car 11.B.V. Unit B.20. No.1. We have carried out performance and petrol consumption tests on 11.B.V. car with a Duplex Stromberg… | ||
| scan0096 | Comparison of fuel consumption figures for Stromberg and 3 S.U. carburetors, along with vehicle test specifications. | ||
| View original record | -2- The figures obtained on the 3 S.U. carbs. are accurate. The following are the figures: Stromberg. 3 S.U's. 20 M.P.H. ... ... 18.27 M.P.G.? ... - 19.44 M.P.G. 30 " ... ... 19.16 " ... - 17.72 " 40… | ||
| scan0097 | Design features, materials, and challenges for the Comet Rear Axle. | ||
| View original record | 400 Re Rm. c. to Rm/HH. c. to Rm/GB. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Ev. Ev/Tln.6/JH.14.9.40. COMET REAR AXLE. PL.336. We attach to Rm/HH's. copy of this memo. the original of the above scheme. The most unusual… | ||
| scan0098 | Technical memorandum detailing the design considerations for the Comet Rear Axle, PL.336. | ||
| View original record | 400e To Rm. c. to Rm/HH. c. to Rm/GB. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Ev. Ev/Tln.6/JH.14.9.40. COMET REAR AXLE. PL.336. We attach to Rm/HH's. copy of this memo. the original of the above scheme. The most unusual… | ||
| scan0099 | List of six main complaints about car 9.B.V. | ||
| View original record | 400D Rm/Wym. from Rm. File 9.B.V. Rm.12/ML.24.9.40. re 9.B.V. The main complaints I have had about this car are as follows :- 1. Thumps and thuds in the back. Tightening up the rear shock absorbers… | ||
| scan0100 | Feedback and observations on the performance of car 12.B.V. | ||
| View original record | .400F.. To Rm/Wym. from Rm. Rm.S/ET.29.9.40. 12.B.V. Please note the following points of the above car:- 1. The petrol tank cannot be filled at a reasonable rate. 2. There is a strong smell of petrol… | ||
| scan0101 | Specifications for a B.III rear axle. | ||
| View original record | B.III. REAR AXLE. 402 1 5/8 hypoid Wraith N.Sch. 4954 with tubes to give correct track half shafts 1 1/8 dia. Steel pinion brg. housing of this section largest brg. possible preloaded. Oil thread… | ||
| scan0102 | Modifications and specifications for the Bentley III rear axle. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. 200B 402. Copy to Mr. Dy. De. Rm. Mro. E/BDY.1/M.7.7.37. BENTLEY III. REAR AXLE. We send herewith Nos. 5174 and 5192 showing the axle tubes, shafts and driving pieces for this car. Various… | ||
| scan0103 | Modifications and suggestions for an axle shaft, axle tube flanges, and spring seat assembly. | ||
| View original record | -2- E/HDY.1/M.7.7.37. The axle shaft is made 1.100 diameter instead of the present 1.0" at the request of the Experimental Dept. The splines are unaltered, but the differential bevel wheel, although… | ||
| scan0104 | B.III half-shaft failures on the Bentley, proposing an increase in spline diameter and a new wheel driver design. | ||
| View original record | By. from Rm/Gry. c. Hs. c. Da. c. Hdy. B.III HALF SHAFTS. In view of the increasing number of half-shaft failures on the present Bentley, we consider it essential to increase the diameter of the root… | ||
| scan0105 | Requesting a change in the rear axle ratio for the Bentley III due to the use of an overdrive gearbox. | ||
| View original record | By. from Rm/Gry. 200B 402 Rm/Gry.11/AP.30.9.37 REAR AXLE RATIO - BENTLEY III. In view of the use of an overdrive gearbox on this car, we want to lower the rear axle ratio from 10/41 to 10/43. Up till… | ||
| scan0106 | Modifications to the Rear Axle and Hubs for the Bentley 111 Chassis, including stiffened axle shafts. | ||
| View original record | C. Dept. E. Dept. F. Dept. H. Dept. O. Rn. G. Operation Planning. 200b. DA.8/C.1.10.37. 402 BENTLEY 111. CHASSIS. REAR AXLE SECTION 6120. REAR HUBS SECTION 6170. Please receive herewith G.CD.14… | ||
| scan0107 | Notification of modifications to the axle shafts and rear wheel driver for the Bentley 11.A chassis. | ||
| View original record | C. Dept. F. Dept. D. Dept. E. Dept. C. Rm. C. Operation Planning. 200b. DA.7/G.1.10.37. 402 BENTLEY 11.A. CHASSIS. REAR AXLE SECTION 6120. REAR HUB SECTION 6170. Please receive herewith G.CD.23… | ||
| scan0108 | Need for a better bearing for the Bentley 111 rear axle pinion. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Gry. c. Da. c. Hdy. ---------- 200B BY.1/G.8.10.37. 402. BENTLEY 111 - REAR AXLE PINION BEARINGS. It is clear we need a better bearing, and your memo with its report on deflection indicates clearly… | ||
| scan0109 | Order for rear axle hypoid bevel gears for the Bentley III Chassis from Gleason Works. | ||
| View original record | 200B 402 Cgh.15/W.18.10.37. ~~POY.~~ c. Rm/Gry. ~~c. HPS.~~ Bentley III Chassis. Rear Axle Hypoid Bevel Gears. Will you please order from Gleason Works :- 3 Pairs of 10 x 43 ratio, 0.65 offset… | ||
| scan0110 | Damage to the Bentley III rear axle casing, suggesting a ribbed replacement. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Rm/FJH. c. Da/Hdy. 200B 402. Rm/FJH.2/AP.4.11.37. BENTLEY III. REAR AXLE. Cases of damage to the axle casing on Bentley III. due to jacking up the car by the casing have occurred in… | ||
| scan0111 | Suggestion to increase the load capacity of the nose bearing for the Bentley 111 rear axle. | ||
| View original record | Dept. (redacted) O. Rm. (redacted) 200B (handwritten) 462 (handwritten) FJH (handwritten) 79A (handwritten) Da/Hdy.15/G.8.11.37. BENTLEY 111 - REAR AXLE. We send herewith PD.41 showing our suggestion… | ||
| scan0112 | Letter regarding the production and specification changes for Bentley III Chassis rear axle hypoid bevel gears. | ||
| View original record | GRY Hdep Man return 200B Rm/Gry. 402 Cgh.11/W.22.11.37. Bentley III Chassis. Rear Axle Hypoid Bevel Gears. We attach hereto copy of letter dated the 10th. inst., received from Gleason Works, together… | ||
| scan0113 | Letter from Gleason Works regarding order 50322, detailing manufacturing tolerances, pricing, and delivery for gears. | ||
| View original record | COPY. GLEASON WORKS, 1000, University Avenue, Rochester, New York, U.S.A. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., Nightingale Road, Derby, England. November 10th., 1937. Attention : Mr. H. Royce. Gentlemen, We thank you… | ||
| scan0114 | Blueprint for a Hypoid Gear with manufacturing specifications. | ||
| View original record | File No. SH-3325 For Cutting Data See Summary FULL SCALE HYPOID GEAR +-.01" Limit on Fractional Dimensions Break all sharp Corners PINION OFFSET .650" B.C. COPPER PLATE AFTER CUTTING - PROTECT TEETH… | ||
| scan0115 | Technical drawing for a hypoid pinion. | ||
| View original record | File No. SH-3325 FOR CUTTING DATA SEE SUMMARY COPPER PLATE SHANK AND FRONT PROJECTION AS SHOWN CARB. 1700° (.035"-.045" CASE) 'QUENCH' FROM BOX FILE HARD DRAW AS SHOWN HYPOID PINION ± 1/64 Limit on… | ||
| scan0116 | Methods for quieting over-run noise on Bentley axles at 40 MPH. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/FJH.. from Rm/GWH. ci to By. B/F Axle 200B 402. Rm/GWH.28/N.23.11.37. FJH Re: Bentley Axles - Quieting Over-run at 40 M.P.H. With reference to your memo Rm/FJH.3/AP.16.11.37, we would refer you… | ||
| scan0117 | Communication about a failed alteration request for Bentley III Chassis rear axle hypoid bevel gears from Gleason Works. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Gry. 200 B 402 Cgh.3/W.27.11.37. Bentley III Chassis. Rear Axle Hypoid Bevel Gears. Further to Cgh.11/W.22.11.37 in connection with the three sets of 10 x 43 ratio hypoid bevel gears which we have… | ||
| scan0118 | Requesting the assembly of a Bentley III back axle deflection rig for testing. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/FJH. c.c. Rm/FD. Handwritten: 200B 402 Rm/FJH.12/MH.20.12.37. BENTLEY III BACK AXLE DEFLECTION RIG. We are sending into the shop the Bentley back axle which we use for measuring pinion… | ||
| scan0119 | Notification of updated blueprints and gear ratios for the Servo and Speedometer Drives on the Bentley 111 Chassis. | ||
| View original record | BY/MS. c. Rm. 258B DA.5/G.15.12.37. FH 402. BENTLEY 111 CHASSIS. Please receive herewith blueprints of G.CD.269 Servo and Speedometer Drives, to which the particulars of speedo gears for a rear axle… | ||
| scan0120 | Design details and manufacturing capabilities of Barber Colman Taper Splines. | ||
| View original record | To Da. from HB. c. to De/Hdy. c. to Rm/FJH. 402. GRY Da/HB.1/N.4.3.38. Barber Colman Taper Splines. The writer interviewed Messrs. Marr and Stoddart from Barber & Colman Ltd. on the 2nd. inst. when… | ||
| scan0121 | Drawing PD.141 for the Bentley 111 rear axle, hubs, and brakes. | ||
| View original record | DY/WS c. Rm. c. Do/Hay DA.25/G.5.4.38. 402 BENTLEY 111. REAR AXLE. Herewith is PD.141 shewing the rear hubs suitable for use with the modified wire wheels shewn on PD.132, and also applying the same… | ||
| scan0122 | The preference for semi-floating axles over fully floating axles for car models B.III and B.50. | ||
| View original record | ✓ 402 also 802 To HPS. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.1/MH.9.6.38. B.III AND B.50. We do not want to fit fully floating axles on any more of these cars if semi-floating ones will be ready in time. We should… | ||
| scan0123 | Clarifying the production status and plans for floating and semi-floating axles for Bentley III and Bentley 50 models. | ||
| View original record | 4015 402. To Rm/Gry. from HPS. HPS.1/VS.10.6.38. Re: FLOATING AND SEMI-FLOATING AXLES. ? Referring to your memo Rm/Gry.1/MH.9.6.38., we should like you to clearly understand that we have produced… | ||
| scan0124 | Preliminary report on a semi-floating axle for the Bentley III, detailing design proposals and dynamometer test results. | ||
| View original record | Bentley III 402 - also 1015. By. from Rm/Gry. c.c. Hs. c.c. Da. c.c. By/Hdy. c.c. HPS. Rm/Gry9/R.19.8.38. Semi-floating Axle. The following is a preliminary report on the new axle. Even allowing for… | ||
| scan0125 | Inspection report detailing axle component failures and proposed solutions including new bearing trials. | ||
| View original record | -2- (2) 6 tons would not shift the retaining collar which was, therefore, not disturbed. (3) The gears had picked up slightly more, the wheel being worse than the pinion. (4) The 3 row pinion bearing… | ||
| scan0126 | Temporary scheme for the rear axle of a Bentley 111 chassis, intended for use in France. | ||
| View original record | BZ/WS c. Rm. 402. DA.2/G.25.8.38. BENTLEY 111. CHASSIS. TEMPORARY SCHEME FOR REAR AXLE. Please receive herewith blueprint of G.CD.343 shewing a temporary rear axle for use on the Bentley 111 chassis… | ||
| scan0127 | Surface failure of gear teeth on a semi-floating axle and requesting hardness testing. | ||
| View original record | 402 also 1015 HPS. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry2/R.10.9.8 SEMI-FLOATING AXLE. We do not yet know the cause of the surface failure of the gear teeth during the first dynamometer run. We are suspicious both of… | ||
| scan0128 | Analysing the effect of increasing the rear axle hypoid on the coachwork of models B.III, B.50, and Wraith 80. | ||
| View original record | 402 also 1015 #1015 F.DODD To Da.. from Ev. c. By. Rm. Da/Hdy. c. Rm/Gry. Da/Ev.8/N.15.9.38. Re: Semi Floating Rear Axle, B.III, B.50 & Wraith 80. We have made an analysis of what good the coachwork… | ||
| scan0129 | General remarks comparing the benefits of an intermediate propeller shaft bearing to a hypoid axle. | ||
| View original record | -2- Da/Ev8/N.15.9.38 Cont'd. General Remarks. (1) The attached print will shew that in the case of Close Coupled cars such as B.III. and B.50 the introduction of the intermediate propeller shaft… | ||
| scan0130 | B.III rear axle, recommending a larger 3-row pinion bearing and outlining mounting conclusions. | ||
| View original record | 402 To By. from Rm/Gry. c. Da. c. Hdy. c. Ev. c. By/CRL. Rm/Gry.2/MH.16.9.38. B.III REAR AXLE. In view of the decision to use a fully floating rear axle for the first few series of B.III's we… | ||
| scan0131 | Modifications to a semi-floating axle for the B.111 chassis, including changes to bearings and tubes. | ||
| View original record | BY/HS. c. Rm. ------ 402 DA.3/G.27.9.38. B.111. CHASSIS - SEMI-FLOATING AXLE. Please receive herewith blueprints of G.CD.892 showing the semi-floating axle for the above chassis. The centre casing has… | ||
| scan0132 | The modification of the Bentley 111 rear axle to fit a modified 3-row pinion bearing. | ||
| View original record | EY/HS. 402 c. Rm. c. Da/Hdy. (struck through) c. Da/TWD. (struck through) DA.10/G.28.9.38. HHS (handwritten) BENTLEY 111. REAR AXLE. Herewith is PD.270 Modified 3 Row Pinion Bearing and Housing for… | ||
| scan0133 | Blueprints for modified rear axle tubes for the Bentley 111 chassis fully floating rear axle. | ||
| View original record | EY/NS c. Rm. 402 DA.11/G.12.10.38. BENTLEY 111. CHASSIS. FULLY FLOATING REAR AXLE. Please receive herewith blueprints of G.CD.942 showing the Rear Axle Tubes for the above chassis. The tubes drawn are… | ||
| scan0134 | Modification to the brake equaliser carrier bracket to improve the geometry of the brake operating rods. | ||
| View original record | BY / NS c. Rm. --- 402 . DA.4/G.24.10.38. A.F.M. B.111 FULLY FLOATING REAR AXLE. Herewith is G.CD.960 which shews a slight modification to the brake equaliser carrier bracket to improve the geometry… | ||
| scan0135 | The trial of aluminium spring seats for fully floating Bentley axles. | ||
| View original record | 402 To HPS. from Rm/Gry. c. Roy/Lcs. c. Rm/AFM. c. Rm/Cr. Rm/Gry.12/MH.3.11.38. FULLY FLOATING BENTLEY AXLES. Rm. wants to try aluminium spring seats on this type of axle. Will you please let us know… | ||
| scan0136 | Recommendation to use aluminium bronze over phosphor bronze for rear axle differential washers on Bentley V 'A' series cars. | ||
| View original record | 4024-4006. 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.… | ||
| scan0137 | Wheel nuts for a semi-floating axle and recommending modifications. | ||
| View original record | H02 also Hood To By. from Rm/Gry. c. Da. c. Hdy. c. Da/Ev. Rm/Gry.3/MH.20.12.38. WHEEL NUTS FOR SEMI-FLOATING AXLE. The near side rear wheel of 9.B.V. has come loose. It is probable that the nuts were… | ||
| scan0138 | Cost investigation into replacing rear-axle hub bearings with angular contact bearings for the Bentley V. | ||
| View original record | HO2 To Da. c. Rm/Gry. Roy/Les 13/ER 12.1.39. Angular Contact Bearing for Rear Axle Dash - Bentley V. Re: Da 8/G 3.1.39. We have investigated the cost of replacing the present rear-axle hub bearing by… | ||
| scan0139 | Cost saving analysis comparing Scheme GL 880 and Scheme GCD 1131 for a rear hub assembly. | ||
| View original record | Roy/Les 1/ER 12.1.39. Estimated saving on Rear Hub to Scheme GCD 1131. Scheme GL 880. Piece No. Description. No off. Cost per Chassis. GB 2780 Dist: Piece. 2 1.78 GB 3753 Nut. } L.H. & R.H. 1 3.02 GB… | ||
| scan0140 | Procurement of cutters from Gleasons for Bentley rear axle gears, in anticipation of orders for Paulin type cars. | ||
| View original record | 402 also 202 To RHC. Rm/Gry.5/JH.16.2.39. Bentley Rear Axle. In view of expected orders for Paulin type cars we shall send axle gears of 12/41 ratio GB.2226/7. We have had some of these from America… | ||
| scan0141 | Confirming the decision to use the semi-floating axle, part number PD.312, for the B.V. project. | ||
| View original record | 402 To By/NS. from Rm/Gry. By/CRL. c. By. c. RHC. c. Da. c. Da/Hdy. Rm/Gry.10/MH.20.2.39. B.V. REAR AXLE. At a Conference this morning it was decided with RHC's approval to use the semi-floating axle… | ||
| scan0142 | The particulars of ratios and tracks for five new semi-floating axles, PD.312. | ||
| View original record | 402 802 + 1015 To HPS. from Rm/Gry. c. By/CRL. Rm/Gry.4/MH.9.3.39. NEW SEMI-FLOATING AXLE PD.312. WSC. has asked for particulars of ratios and tracks for the axles to be built. They should be five in… | ||
| scan0143 | Quotation from The Hoffmann Manufacturing Co. Ltd. for special ball bearings. | ||
| View original record | BRANCHES: LONDON, BIRMINGHAM, MANCHESTER, LEEDS, GLASGOW. AGENTS IN PRINCIPAL COUNTRIES THROUGHOUT THE WORLD. THE HOFFMANN MANUFACTURING Co. LTD. CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE AND INDIA… | ||
| scan0144 | Letter from The Hoffmann Manufacturing Co. Ltd. to Rolls Royce Ltd. detailing quotation conditions for special bearings. | ||
| View original record | THE HOFFMANN MANUFACTURING CO., LTD. To ROLLS ROYCE LTD Page 2 Date 23rd March 1939 This quotation is subject to acceptance being received within one calendar month. When material not listed in our… | ||
| scan0145 | Index card regarding the rear axle and propeller shaft. | ||
| View original record | H02. Rm. By/Ald. 1/AW. 24.3.39 B.V. IH. B.V. Rear axle + propellor shaft file 450c. | ||
| scan0146 | Test results for two types of Bentley III rear axle shafts with different bearings. | ||
| View original record | 402. To Rm/Gry. from HPS/Bl. HPS/Bl.3/CB.24.3.39. BENTLEY III REAR AXLE SHAFT TESTS. Herewith statement of running times, speeds and loads for the two types of shaft - 45 m/m and 40 m/m bearings -… | ||
| scan0147 | Axle ratios and tyre sizes for 'B.V.' and 'Ripple' models. | ||
| View original record | #02 1022 1015 To By. from Rm/Gry. c. By/NS. c. By/CRL. c. By/RD. Rm/Gry.4/MH.6.4.39. AXLE RATIOS B.V. & "RIPPLE". We have decided on 10/41 ratio for the "Ripple" semi-floating axle. Tyres will be 6… | ||
| scan0148 | Production of a new Bentley wire wheel rear axle. | ||
| View original record | 402 To HPS. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.6/MH.25.4.39. BENTLEY REAR AXLE. Rm. considers it important that we should make as soon as possible, a production wire wheel axle in order to make sure that the bits go… | ||
| scan0149 | Proposal to replace studs with set screws and use a locking plate on a hypoid semi-floating rear axle. | ||
| View original record | Dy/NG (crossed out) 402. c. Rm/Gry. DA.7/G.29.4.39. B.5. REAR AXLE. We wish to replace the studs holding the crown wheel to the differential cage by set screws, on the B.V. .650 Hypoid semi-floating… | ||
| scan0150 | Specifying the rear axle ratios for an initial batch of 50 Bentley V cars. | ||
| View original record | 402. C. Rm. BY.5/G.5.5.39. BENTLEY V. REAR AXLE RATIOS. With reference to the 50 cars which it has been agreed are to be built ahead of the main production, the axle ratios should be allotted as… | ||
| scan0151 | Note concerning the rear axle for the B.III + 50 chassis. | ||
| View original record | 402. Gmp. By/Ald. 1/AW. 9.5.39 B.III + 50 Chassis Rear axle file 1015 | ||
| scan0152 | The rear axle ratios for 50 experimental production Bentley S chassis. | ||
| View original record | 402. To: By/CRL RHS/Sld By/FD RHS/SS Rm/Cry Roy/Hss. BY/HS.1/MG.12.5.39 BENTLEY S 50 EXPERIMENTAL PRODUCTION CHASSIS REAR AXLE RATIOS Kindly note, in accordance with Memo Rys/S.5.5.39, the axle ratios… | ||
| scan0153 | Endurance tests on a Bentley rear axle shaft, comparing its strength to a previously tested Cadillac shaft. | ||
| View original record | To Bn. from HPS/Bl. c. to Hy. c. to Dn. c. to Hdy. c. to Rm/Gry. 402 & 802 HPS/Bl.1/CB.16.5.39. BENTLEY REAR AXLE SHAFT ENDURANCE TESTS. Two shafts have been tested to date under similar conditions to… | ||
| scan0154 | The wear and performance testing of a GB.4020 shaft and its 40 m/m bearing. | ||
| View original record | -2- HPS/HL.1/CB.16.5.39. the races being badly pitted and the balls severely chipped. The shaft was crack tested and found to be in good condition, except for .010" - .013" wear under the bearing. See… | ||
| scan0155 | Sketch detailing wear on a Bentley SO rear axle shaft after testing. | ||
| View original record | BENTLEY S.O. REAR AXLE SHAFT TESTS SKETCH OF WEAR ON SHAFT Ex 31270 WHEN DISMANTLED MATERIAL. B.S. SPEC S 28 DIAMETER OF SPLINES WORN RIDGE WIDTH OF SPLINES ALSO REDUCED HERE WEAR & CORROSION DUE TO… | ||
| scan0156 | Sketch showing wear on a bearing inner race and retaining collar from B5A rear axle shaft tests. | ||
| View original record | B5A REAR AXLE SHAFT TESTS SKETCH OF WEAR ON BEARING INNER RACE & RETAINING COLLAR CONSIDERABLE WEAR TOOK PLACE AS SHOWN BETWEEN THE SURFACES AA & BB BALLS LOOSE ON RACE & CHIPPED SLIGHT BEDDING HERE… | ||
| scan0157 | Test results for a Bentley III rear axle shaft and bearing. | ||
| View original record | 30-3-39 BENTLEY III REAR AXLE SHAFT TESTS SHAFT CB3604 MODIFIED TO CB4020. BEARING HOFFMAN N°340 THE SHAFT WAS IN GOOD CONDITION AFTER 75 HOURS AT 2 TONS LOAD EXCEPT FOR .0005" WEAR ON THE DIAMETER… | ||
| scan0158 | Results and analysis of axle shaft tests. | ||
| View original record | Ds. Rm. HPS/Bl. BY/NS. tots P. 402 BY.4/G.19.5.39. AXLE SHAFT TESTS. Referring to HPS/Bl.1/CB.16.5.39, it is very evident that the elastic movement of the shaft i.e. 'bowing' along its length causes… | ||
| scan0159 | Bentley rear axle shaft endurance tests and the suitability of different bearing types. | ||
| View original record | BY. c. Rm. c. HPS/Dr. 402? DA.2/G.22.5.39. BENTLEY REAR AXLE SHAFT ENDURANCE TESTS. Referring to HPS./Bl.1/CB.16.5.39. we should very much like to have known the amount of bowing under the different… | ||
| scan0160 | Proposing an experimental modification to the Bentley semi-floating rear axle for potential standardisation. | ||
| View original record | BY/NS. 402? c. Rm. DA.2/G.5.6.39. BENTLEY SEMI-FLOATING REAR AXLE. GRY Referring to BY.4/G.19.5.39. there seems no reason from GL.887 why the Belleville washer GB.4892 should not be used on both sides… | ||
| scan0161 | Deflection test report for a Bentley rear axle shaft after an endurance run. | ||
| View original record | To BA. from HPS/Bl. c. to Rm/Gry. 402 HPS/Bl.2/JW.28.6.39. BENTLEY REAR AXLE SHAFT. DEFLECTION TEST. Hoffman No.340 - 40 m/m Bearing. GB.4020 Shaft. After 100 hours running at 1,000 R.P.M. 1 Ton load… | ||
| scan0162 | Deflection test diagram for a Bentley rear axle shaft. | ||
| View original record | BENTLEY REAR AXLE SHAFT GB 4020 SHAFT HOFFMAN No 340 - 40m/m BRG 1.029" 0.022" 0.011" 15.000" 0.013" DEFLECTION TEST ARROWS INDICATE DIRECTION OF DEFLECTION PhL 17-6-39 2240 Lb ROAD WHEEL ROLLS-ROYCE… | ||
| scan0163 | Adaptation of larger Timken roller bearings for the B.V. semi-floating rear axle. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. 402 DA.2/G.29.6.39 B.V. SEMI-FLOATING REAR AXLE. Please receive G.CD.1431 shewing the adaptation of the larger Timken roller bearings shewn on TSS.19067 to the semi-floating axle. This scheme… | ||
| scan0164 | Request to modify the braking system and rectify a faulty petrol gauge warning light. | ||
| View original record | H02. + 450. To HPS/RH. Rm/JBD.14/JH.10.7.39. 10.B.V. Will you please fit the correct rear axle with the modified equaliser lever for the rear brakes, also the step up lever fitted in the crank case to… | ||
| scan0165 | Semi Floating Rear Axle. | ||
| View original record | 402. Gry. By/Ald. 1/AW. 22.4.39 B.V + B.50 Semi Floating Rear Axle. file 1015. | ||
| scan0166 | Instruction to send blueprints for Bentley Chassis rear axle components for dynamometer tests. | ||
| View original record | To. HPS. c. BY. c. Wld/JP. c. Les. for HPS. c. Rm/Gry. H 02 BY/CRL.3/E.11.8.39. BENTLEY CHASSIS. (.650 HYPOID). REAR AXLE. SECTION 6120. Please receive herewith two blue prints of each of the… | ||
| scan0167 | Letter from Gleason Works regarding developed settings and shipment of a hypoid gear combination. | ||
| View original record | GLEASON WORKS Builders of Bevel Gear Machinery for Over Seventy Years 1000 UNIVERSITY AVENUE, ROCHESTER, N. Y., U. S. A. September 27, 1939 Rolls-Royce Limited Nightingale Road Derby, England 402… | ||
| scan0168 | Blueprint of a Hypoid Gear with associated manufacturing specifications. | ||
| View original record | HYPOID GEAR ±1/64 Limit on Fractional Dimensions Break All Sharp Corners COPPER PLATE (PROTECT TEETH) CARB. 1700° QUENCH FROM BOX FILE HARD GB5355 Cutting particulars now apply to Remaining models… | ||
| scan0169 | Technical drawing of a Hypoid Pinion. | ||
| View original record | HYPOID PINION ± 1/64" Limit on Fractional Dimensions Break All Sharp Corners COPPER PLATE AS SHOWN CARB 1700° QUENCH FROM BOX FILE HARD DRAW AS SHOWN STAMP:- MADE IN U.S.A. PART NO SAE4620 COPPER… | ||
| scan0170 | Summary of specifications and settings for manufacturing hypoid gears. | ||
| View original record | CONCAVE (GEAR TOOTH BEARING) HYPOID GEARS SUMMARY NO. 1000 GLEASON WORKS ROCHESTER, N.Y., U.S.A. CONVEX (GEAR TOOTH BEARING) PINION SETTINGS FOR ROLLS ROYCE, LTD. COMBINATION 13 x 43 DRIVE PRESSURE… | ||
| scan0171 | Summary sheet of specifications for Hypoid Gears, Summary No. 1000, from Gleason Works. | ||
| View original record | CONCAVE (GEAR TOOTH BEARING) HYPOID GEARS SUMMARY NO. 1000 GLEASON WORKS ROCHESTER, N. Y., U. S. A. M'F'G. SOFT OFFSET LAP PINION SETTINGS DEVELOPED SETTINGS FOR ROLLS ROYCE, LTD. COMBINATION 13x43… | ||
| scan0172 | Specification sheet for a 15' Hypoid Generator, detailing settings for hypoid gears. | ||
| View original record | 15" HYPOID GENERATOR HYPOID GEARS FOR Rolls Royce, Ltd. SUMMARY NO. 1000 COMBINATION 13x43 GEAR D.P. 5.059 PINION OFFSET .650" XXXXXXXX BELOW ¢ Handwritten: Print of gears found in BI file and… | ||
| scan0173 | Modifications and parts list for a Bentley V Corniche rear axle and springs. | ||
| View original record | File 402 To Rm. O. to EV. EV/HH.10/JH.18.3.40. Bentley V Corniche (50" Springs - 58.250 Track) Rear Axle Section 6120. Rear Springs & Fittings Sec.7030. In accordance with Rear Axle to FL.123. Welded… | ||
| scan0174 | List of required and not required parts for Section 6120. | ||
| View original record | -2- The following parts will also be required :- Section 6120. Hoffman Roller Bearing R.145 (45 x 85 x 19 m/m) - R.H. Diff. Bearing - 1 off. K.109 Bolt for R.H. diff. bearing - 3 off. K.4307 Nut " " "… | ||
| scan0175 | Parts list and memorandum concerning instructions for rear axle and spring modifications. | ||
| View original record | -3- EV/HH.10/JH.18.3.40. KB.252 Stud - Oil Seal Housing - 6 off. K.4006 Nut - Oil Seal Housing - 6 off. K.9006 Washer " " - 6 off. GB.3657 Stud - Centre Casing - 13 off. KB.350 " " " - 4 off. K.4508… | ||
| scan0176 | The parts and modifications required for a Bentley V Chassis 9.B.W. rear axle. | ||
| View original record | 402 & 400 D To Rm. c. to Ev. Ev/HH.6/JH.29.3.40. Bentley V Chassis 9.B.W. Rear Axle Section 6120. In accordance with memo. Ev.15/JH.23.2.40. incorporating further particulars of PL.123 Please receive… | ||
| scan0177 | Interchangeability of parts, modifications to an existing centre casing, and a propeller shaft coupling. | ||
| View original record | -2- EV/HH6/JH.29.3.40. With reference to the parts RG.698 RG.700/1/2/3-7/8 and 709 these do not differ in any way from the "EXS" numbers issued under cover of Memo. By/Ald.1/W.9.5.39. and it is… | ||
| scan0178 | Table of Bentley & Rationalised Axle Ratios with corresponding pinion and wheel part numbers. | ||
| View original record | BENTLEY & RATIONALISED AXLE RATIOS. RATIO PINION WHEEL RATIO PINION WHEEL 10/41. GB.609 GB.186 11/43. GB. 798 GB.405 10/41. GB.2166 GB.186 11/43. GB.2167 GB.405 10/41. GB.2078 GB.186 11/43. GB.2163… | ||
| scan0179 | Letter to The Gleason Works in Rochester, USA, querying a discrepancy in pinion pitch angles for hypoid gears. | ||
| View original record | 402 Rm/HH.4/SW. Clan Foundry, Belper. 7th November, 1940. The Gleason Works, 1,000 University Avenue, Rochester. N.Y. U.S.A. For the attention of Mr. Lampman. Dear Sirs, On August 12th, 1939, you… | ||
| scan0180 | Rear axle shaft bearing failures and proposed solutions. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: BV Rear axle 402 FJH To: Ev. Wym. from Rm. Ev/Tln. c. to Wym/C. Lee. Rm. 6/h. 23.2.44. REAR AXLE SHAFT BEARING FAILURES. The attached Report of a test indicates the record of ball-race… | ||
| scan0181 | Mileages and failures of rear axle shaft bearings for various chassis. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. To Wym. from Wym/C.Lee. c. to Rm. Wym/C.Lee.5/OH.15.2.44. We give herewith mileages and failures of Rear Axle Shaft Bearings to date. CHASSIS. 30.G.VII. The off side axle shaft ball race… | ||
| scan0182 | Record of an alteration to axle shaft bearings on chassis 9.B.V. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - CHASSIS 9.B.V. - cont'd- Roller type bearings were fitted to axle shafts on 17.8.39, these were removed on 25.7.39 and the original ball races fitted, no reason was given for the alteration,… | ||
| scan0183 | Photograph showing a faulty ball race from chassis 30.G.VII after a total mileage of 28,275. | ||
| View original record | CHASSIS 30.G.VII. Showing Faulty Ball Race at a total mileage of 28,275. | ||
| scan0184 | Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co Ltd acknowledging receipt of a mock-up chassis and discussing subsequent parts and fitting. | ||
| View original record | 404- PARK WARD & CO LTD COACHBUILDERS OFFICIALLY APPOINTED RETAILERS OF ROLLS ROYCE CARS (SHOWROOMS - 40 CONDUIT STREET) 473 HIGH ROAD, WILLESDEN LONDON N W 10 DIRECTORS: A.T.ROBERTS W.M.PARK C.W.WARD… | ||
| scan0185 | Letter from coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. Ltd concerning an inventory sheet for a mock-up chassis. | ||
| View original record | HOH PARK WARD & CO LTD COACHBUILDERS OFFICIALLY APPOINTED RETAILERS OF ROLLS ROYCE CARS DIRECTORS: A.T. ROBERTS W.M. PARK C.W. WARD W.C. THORNE J.A. FALCONER, C.A. C. FALCONER W.S. PAGE (SHOWROOMS -… | ||
| scan0186 | Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. about sending a fitter to fit bonnet side strips on vehicle 10.B.V. | ||
| View original record | 404 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/FD.9/JH. 9th. March, 1939. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473 High Road, Willesden, LONDON.N.W.10. Dear Sirs, We are sending a fitter down to your Works tomorrow (Friday… | ||
| scan0187 | The supply of parts for the Bentley V to be produced by coachbuilder Park Ward's Ltd. | ||
| View original record | By c. Rm. F DODD Any comments? Rm 404 Roy/Les 6/ER 14.3.39. Bentley V. Parts to be produced by Park Ward's Ltd., Since it has been decided that Bonnets, Front Aprons, and Centre floorboards should be… | ||
| scan0188 | Letter regarding the dispatch of blueprints for a spare wheel carrier and the scrapping of previous drawings. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Rm/FD. Da. HOH CONFIDENTIAL. 16th. March 1939. BY.27/N. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. For the attention of Mr. Ward. Dear Sir, Re: Chassis 10.B.5.… | ||
| scan0189 | Confirming the despatch of a complete steel bonnet to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. for an experimental chassis. | ||
| View original record | 404 - To Hq/FC. from Rm/FD. c. D/BP. Rm/FD.5/MH.21.3.39. We are sending into the Stores to-day, 1 complete steel bonnet in sections. Will you please despatch this to-day certain to Messrs. Park Ward &… | ||
| scan0190 | Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the despatch of a complete bonnet for vehicle 10.B.V and an electrician to wire up 30.G.VII. | ||
| View original record | B 404. Experimental Dept. Rm/FD.4/MH. 21st. March, 1939. Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, LONDON, N.W.10. Dear Sirs, We are despatching to-day the complete bonnet in sections… | ||
| scan0191 | The practicality of Park Ward supplying chassis parts to other coachbuilders. | ||
| View original record | 407 To Roy/Les. c. to By. Rm/FD.9/JH.21.3.39. re The supply of chassis parts by Park Ward. Roy/Les.6/ER.14.3.39. We agree that Park Wards could easily supply items 1, and 3, i.e. Pedal gap plate and… | ||
| scan0192 | Letter from coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. Ltd concerning bonnet sections and electrical wiring. | ||
| View original record | DIRECTORS: A.T. ROBERTS W.M. PARK A.F. SIDGREAVES C.W. WARD R.W. HARVEY-BAILEY C. FALCONER F.C. HONEYMAN W.S. PAGE TELEPHONE: WILLESDEN 2595 (6 LINES) TELEGRAMS: WARENPAR WILLROAD LONDON PARK WARD &… | ||
| scan0193 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the modification of wing stays for Chassis 10.B.5. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Rm/FD. De. 404. 24th. March 1939. BY.20/N. CONFIDENTIAL. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. For the attention of Mr.Ward. Dear Sir, Re: Chassis 10.B.5. Since… | ||
| scan0194 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding missing bonnet parts for 10.B.V. | ||
| View original record | H.O4 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/FD.7/JH. 27th. March, 1939. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473 High Road, Willesden, LONDON.N.W.10. For the attention of Mr. Penny. Dear Sirs, With reference to the… | ||
| scan0195 | Letter from coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. Ltd confirming they have traced spares for a coupe. | ||
| View original record | 404 DIRECTORS: A.T. ROBERTS W.M. PARK A.F. SIDGREAVES C.W. WARD R.W. HARVEY-BAILEY C. FALCONER F.C. HONEYMAN W.S. PAGE PARK WARD & CO LTD COACHBUILDERS 473, HIGH ROAD - WILLESDEN LONDON - N.W.10… | ||
| scan0196 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the dispatch of chassis blueprints. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Rm/FD. Da. 404 CONFIDENTIAL. 28th. March 1939. BY.18/N. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. Attention of Mr.Ward. Dear Sirs, Re: Chassis Prints. Please… | ||
| scan0197 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. to hold work on B.5 Type bonnets due to a design alteration. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. c. Rm/FD. HOH 29th. March 1939. BY.14/C. Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd., 473 High Road, Willesden, LONDON. N.W.10. For the attention of Mr. Ward. Dear Sirs, Re Production Bonnets for B.5 Type of… | ||
| scan0198 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the delivery status of vehicle 10.B.5 and the dispatch of heater pipe nipples. | ||
| View original record | 404 & 666 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/FD.11/JH. 30th. March, 1939. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473 High Road, Willesden, LONDON.N.W.10. Dear Sirs, We should be very pleased if you could let the… | ||
| scan0199 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding instrument board lighting for Chassis 10.B.5. | ||
| View original record | c. Hn. Rm. Rm/FD. BY/FD. 404 CONFIDENTIAL. 31st. March 1939. BY.4/N. Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. Attention of Mr. Ward. Dear Sir, Re: Chassis 10.B.5. We… | ||
| scan0200 | Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co. Ltd regarding the availability of car 10.B.5 for collection and the receipt of borrowed parts. | ||
| View original record | DIRECTORS: A.T. ROBERTS A.F. SIDGREAVES R.W. HARVEY-BAILEY F.C. HONEYMAN W.M. PARK C.W. WARD C. FALCONER W.S. PAGE PARK WARD & CO. LTD COACHBUILDERS OFFICIALLY APPOINTED RETAILERS OF ROLLS ROYCE AND… | ||
| scan0201 | Letter to coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. Ltd. concerning prints for production B.5 bodies and chassis drawings. | ||
| View original record | HOH C. Rm. G.Rm./BY 14th. April 1939. BY.9/G. Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd., 473 High Road, Willesden, LONDON. N.W.10. For the attention of Mr. Ward. Dear Sirs, Re: Production B.5. Bodies. We send… | ||
| scan0202 | Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding a production change for the Body Bracket Drilling Jig B.5. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Da. Roy/Les. BY/HEB. HOH CONFIDENTIAL. 19th. April 1939. BY.24/N. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. Dear Sirs, Re: Body Bracket Drilling Jig B.5. -… | ||
| scan0203 | Instructing the despatch of bonnet parts to Park Ward for fitting on an experimental chassis. | ||
| View original record | 404. To Hd/FC. c. to D/BP. Rm/FD.5/JH.19.4.39. We are sending into the stores today one complete set of bonnet parts for bonnet fitting at Park Wards on 11.B.5. exptl. chassis. Will you please have… | ||
| scan0204 | Letter from the Experimental Department to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the despatch of bonnet fittings and handles. | ||
| View original record | HOH c. to Da/JD. EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/FD.4/JH. 19th. April, 1939. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473 High Road, Willesden, LONDON.N.W.10. Dear Sirs, We are despatching today the bonnet fittings… | ||
| scan0205 | Request to supply Messrs. Park Ward with dual windscreen wipers for three experimental chassis. | ||
| View original record | 404 To. W/S Hr... from BY. c. Rm. c. Rm/FD. BY.9/N.20.4.39. EXPERIMENTAL CHASSIS. Will you please supply Messrs. Park Ward with dual windscreen wipers for the following experimental chassis, 10.B.5.… | ||
| scan0206 | Letter from coachbuilder Park Ward & Co Ltd regarding bonnet parts and a request for duplicate correspondence. | ||
| View original record | 404 PARK WARD & CO LTD COACHBUILDERS OFFICIALLY APPOINTED RETAILERS OF ROLLS ROYCE CARS (SHOWROOMS - 40 CONDUIT STREET) 473 HIGH ROAD, WILLESDEN LONDON N W 10 DIRECTORS: A.T.ROBERTS W.M.PARK C.W.WARD… | ||
| scan0207 | Confirming the supply of wipers to Park Ward & Co. for three experimental chassis. | ||
| View original record | 404 By at 'W' c. to Rm. | ||
| scan0208 | Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co requesting replacement transverse stays for chassis number 1QB5. | ||
| View original record | PARK WARD & CO LTD COACHBUILDERS OFFICIALLY APPOINTED RETAILERS OF ROLLS ROYCE CARS (SHOWROOMS - 40 CONDUIT STREET) 473 HIGH ROAD WILLESDEN LONDON N.W.10 DIRECTORS: A.T.ROBERTS W.M.PARK C.W.WARD… | ||
| scan0209 | Summary of an interview discussing faults on a Bentley with a Park Ward body after 50,000 miles of running. | ||
| View original record | HOH also 40 ob. To By. from Rm/IMW. c. Da/JD. c. Rm/FD. Rm/IMW.1/MH.24.4.39. 8.B.V. BENTLEY. PARK WARD BODY. This car was taken to London on 21.4.39 and the bodywork shown to Park Wards. The various… | ||
| scan0210 | List of vehicle body faults and required modifications, page 2. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/IMW.1/MH.24.4.39 (6) Rear doors. These are not draught tight round the wheel arches. Snow blew in badly during the winter running. Rubber sealing is required here. (7) Doors lock themselves too… | ||
| scan0211 | Internal request to place an order with Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd. for two electric devision press switches. | ||
| View original record | HOH To Roy. c. to G/JWH. Rm/FD.10/JH.4.5.39. Will you please pass an official order to Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd. for the following - 2 press switches for operating the electric devision, one marked… | ||
| scan0212 | Letter from coachbuilders Park, Ward & Co. Ltd chasing an order for transverse stays for Chassis No. 10.B.5. | ||
| View original record | H.O.A PARK, WARD & CO. LTD COACHBUILDERS OFFICIALLY APPOINTED RETAILERS OF ROLLS ROYCE CARS (SHOWROOMS - 40 CONDUIT STREET) 473 HIGH ROAD WILLESDEN LONDON N.W.10 DIRECTORS: A.T. ROBERTS W.M. PARK C.W.… | ||
| scan0213 | Sending a pair of transverse stays to the stores for despatch to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. | ||
| View original record | 404 To Hd/FC. c. to D/BP. Rm/FD.1/JH.6.5.39. We are sending into the stores a pair of transverse stays, will you please have these despatched to Messrs. Park Ward & Co., Willesden, London, today… | ||
| scan0214 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding collection arrangements and replacement parts for a chassis. | ||
| View original record | 400 + 404 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/FD.6/JH. 6th. May, 1939. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473 High Road, Willesden, LONDON.N.W.10. Dear Sirs, file 1021. Many thanks for your letter informing us of… | ||
| scan0215 | Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co Ltd regarding collection of a car and receipt of chassis parts. | ||
| View original record | 40H DIRECTORS: A.T.ROBERTS A.F.SIDGREAVES R.W.HARVEY-BAILEY P.C.HONEYMAN W.M.PARK C.W.WARD C.FALCONER W.S.PAGE PARK WARD & CO LTD COACHBUILDERS 473 HIGH ROAD WILLESDEN LONDON N.W.10 TELEPHONE :… | ||
| scan0216 | Confidential letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. confirming the supply of blueprints for production dies and providing instructions. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Rm/FD. Da. HOH CONFIDENTIAL. 9th. May 1939. BY.3/N. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden London N.W.10. For the attention of Mr.Ward. Dear Sir, Production B.5. We confirm… | ||
| scan0217 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. confirming agreements on seat and instrument board fittings for chassis 11.B.5 and 12.B.5. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Rm/FD. Da. HOH CONFIDENTIAL. 9th. May 1939. BY.4/N. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. For the attention of Mr.Ward. Dear Sir, Re: Chassis 11. & 12.B.5. On… | ||
| scan0218 | Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the supply of a wing stay jig and a frame jig. | ||
| View original record | HOH c. Rm. Rm/FD. CONFIDENTIAL. 15th. May 1939. BY.3/N. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. For the attention of Mr.Ward. Dear Sirs, Production B.5. During Mr.Ward's… | ||
| scan0219 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. concerning blueprints and production for Bentley 5 bonnet and front apron components. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Rm/FD. HOH CONFIDENTIAL. 15th. May 1939. BY.6/N. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden London N.W.10. For the attention of Mr.Ward. Dear Sir, Bentley 5. Production Bodies. We… | ||
| scan0220 | Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the position of instrument board support brackets for a Bentley 5. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Rm/FD. HOH CONFIDENTIAL. 15th. May 1939. BY.4/N. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. For the attention of Mr.Ward. Dear Sirs, Bentley 5. - Instruments. Will… | ||
| scan0221 | Request to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. for rubber strips to fix a wind noise problem on ventilators. | ||
| View original record | 404 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/FD.1/JH. 20th. May, 1939. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473 High Road, Willesden, LONDON.N.W.10. Dear Sirs, With reference to the wind noise problem on ventilators,… | ||
| scan0222 | Letter from Park Ward & Co. Ltd acknowledging a telegram and confirming the return of a jack and handle for a 10.B.5. Coupe. | ||
| View original record | Hort DIRECTORS: A.F. ROBERTS W.M. PARK A.P. SIDGREAVES C.W. WARD R.W. HARVEY-BAILEY C. FALCONER F.C. HONEYMAN W.S. PAGE PARK WARD & CO. LTD COACHBUILDERS 473, HIGH ROAD - WILLESDEN LONDON N.W.10… | ||
| scan0223 | Request for the return of a jack and handle from the rear boot of vehicle 10.B.V. | ||
| View original record | 404 R/No. 23/5/39. WARENPAR, WILLROAD, LONDON. PLEASE RETURN JACK AND HANDLE FROM REAR BOOT OF 10.B.V. DODD, ROYCAR. | ||
| scan0224 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. detailing agreements to stiffen a 10.B.V. Coupé scuttle and providing comparative strength figures. | ||
| View original record | HOH Experimental Dept. Rm/AFM.13/MH. 23rd. May, 1939. Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, LONDON, N.W.10. For the attention of Mr. Ward. Dear Sirs, Confirming the arrangements… | ||
| scan0225 | Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. discussing body rigidity and deformation measurements related to side shake. | ||
| View original record | Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. -2- 23rd. May, 1939. More interesting in relation to side shake is body rigidity against shearing sideways. Deformation on a diagonal across the scuttle on 40.B.V. for an… | ||
| scan0226 | Sending a body ventilator window to stores, with instructions to return it to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. for an experimental body repair. | ||
| View original record | 404 To Hd/FC. c. to D/BP. Rm/FD.9/JH.24.5.39. We are sending into the stores today a body ventilator window, will you please return this to Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473 High Road, Willesden,… | ||
| scan0227 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the return of an off-side ventilator window for car 10.B.V. | ||
| View original record | c. to Da/JD. γ HOH EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/FD.8/JH. 24th. May, 1939. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473 High Road, Willesden, LONDON.N.W.10. Dear Sirs, We are returning today the off side ventilator… | ||
| scan0228 | Letter from coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. Ltd confirming the receipt of an offside ventilator window and its replacement with an improved type. | ||
| View original record | HOH DIRECTORS: A.T. ROBERTS W.M. PARK A.F. SIDGREAVES C.W. WARD R.W. HARVEY-BAILEY C. FALCONER F.C. HONEYMAN W.S. PAGE PARK, WARD & CO. LTD COACHBUILDERS OFFICIALLY APPOINTED RETAILERS OF ROLLS ROYCE… | ||
| scan0229 | Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co. Ltd regarding the dispatch of a special 1' section rubber strip. | ||
| View original record | DIRECTORS: A.T. ROBERTS W.M. PARK A.P. SIDGREAVES C.W. WARD R.W. HARVEY-BAILEY C. FALCONER F.C. HONEYMAN W.S. PAGE PARK WARD & CO. LTD COACHBUILDERS OFFICIALLY APPOINTED RETAILERS OF ROLLS ROYCE AND… | ||
| scan0230 | Letter to coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. Ltd. about updated blueprints for Bentley 5 Production parts. | ||
| View original record | CONFIDENTIAL. BY.10/N. 7th. June 1939. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. For the attention of Mr.Ward. Dear Sir, Bentley 5 Production. Please receive herewith the… | ||
| scan0231 | Confidential letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. enclosing a revised blueprint for a Bentley instrument board. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Rm/FD. Da. HOH CONFIDENTIAL. BY14/N. 9th. June 1939. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. For the attention of Mr. Ward. Dear Sir, Bentley 5 Production. We… | ||
| scan0232 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. requesting body weight for chassis 12.B.V. and a delivery date for 10.B.V. | ||
| View original record | HOH EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/FD.8/JH. 14th. June, 1939. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473 High Road, Willesden, LONDON.N.W.10. Dear Sirs, We should be very pleased if you would let the writer know… | ||
| scan0233 | Confidential letter to coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding blueprints for a Production Bentley V. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Rm/FD. Da. HOH CONFIDENTIAL. 14th. June 1939. BY.5/N. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. Dear Sirs, Production Bentley V. We have pleasure in sending… | ||
| scan0234 | Coachbuilders chassis drawing for Bentley 5 coachwork. | ||
| View original record | BY/NS. c. Rm. c. Da/Ev. c. Da/Me.S. c. Da/TWD. c. Da/JD. HOH DA.7/G.15.6.39. FDDDP BENTLEY 5. COACHWORK. Please receive herewith the following scheme :- F.CD.1407 Coachbuilders Chassis Drawing. The… | ||
| scan0235 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding modifications to the Production Bentley V centre floorboard blueprint. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Rm/PD. Da. HOH CONFIDENTIAL. 16th. June 1939. BY.6/N. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. Dear Sirs, Re: Production Bentley V. Please receive herewith… | ||
| scan0236 | Design and potential patenting of a rear brake equalizer. | ||
| View original record | 406 To NW. from Rm/AFM. s. By. ) No drawings c. Da. ) attached. Rm/AFM.7/MH.27.6.39. REAR BRAKE EQUALIZER - B.V. The attached sketch shows the method of obtaining universal action on the rods leading… | ||
| scan0237 | Patentability of a joint used in the rear brake equaliser. | ||
| View original record | Rm/AFM. 406. BY.15/G.29.6.39. REAR BRAKE EQUALISER. B.V. Referring to Rm/AFM.7/MH.27.6.39. as we have used the joint in question in a number of places from clutch operation to rear brake equalisers,… | ||
| scan0238 | Letter to Motor Panels (Coventry) Ltd. regarding blueprints and fitting arrangements for Bentley Saloon Bonnets. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. HOH 3rd. July 1939. BY.3/C. Messrs. Motor Panels (Coventry) Ltd., Dunlop Road, Holbrook Lane, COVENTRY. For the attention of Mr. A.S. Smith. Dear Sirs, S.B.5. Bentley Saloon Bonnets. We thank… | ||
| scan0239 | Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding blueprints for the Production Bentley 5. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. BY/NS. 404 CONFIDENTIAL. 5th. July 1939. BY/Mtn18/N. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. Dear Sirs, Production Bentley 5. We are sending you under separate… | ||
| scan0240 | Return of loaned tools to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. | ||
| View original record | 40H. To Hd/FC. c. to D/BP. Rm/FD.8/JH.12.7.39. We are sending into the stores today one jack and handle, box spanner and tommy bar, and screw driver. Will you please have these returned to Messrs.… | ||
| scan0241 | Correspondence regarding blueprints for 'Amal' bonnet fasteners for the Production Bentley 5. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. c. Rm/FD. HOH 17th. July 1939. BY.5/G. Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd., 473 High Road, Willesden, London. N.W.10. For the attention of Mr. Ward. Dear Sirs, Production Bentley 5. We herewith… | ||
| scan0242 | Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding blueprints for the Production Bentley 5. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. c. Rm/PD. HOH 17th. July 1939. BY.3/C. Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, LONDON. N.W.10. For the attention of Mr. Ward. Dear Sirs, PRODUCTION BENTLEY 5. Please receive… | ||
| scan0243 | Cover letter for a report on B.5. production. | ||
| View original record | HOH Sgd. [Strikethrough] Hs. [Strikethrough] Rm. BY.15/G.19.7.39. Rm [Signature] REPORT ON PRODUCTION OF B.5. PRODUCTION. I attach hereto copy of report on the above dated 11th July 1939, received… | ||
| scan0244 | B.5 production, detailing supplier delays and progress updates. | ||
| View original record | EAG/MP. COPY. 11th. July 1939. REPORT ON PRODUCTION ON B.5 PRODUCTION. Since my last report in June on the above, Motor Panels have written to say that they are unable to let us have set of framework… | ||
| scan0245 | Delay of the body shop re-arrangement until the completion of A.R.P. Shelters. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Regarding the re-arrangement of the body shop, this will have to be held over until after the completion of the A.R.P. Shelters. (signed) E. A. Green. | ||
| scan0246 | Letter sending blueprints for a Production Bentley 5 wiring diagram to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Rm/FD. BY/RD. HOH CONFIDENTIAL. 19th. July 1939. BY.22/N. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. Dear Sirs, Production Bentley 5. ----------------- As requested… | ||
| scan0247 | Request to coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. for parts to assist in strengthening the scuttle of a Bentley coupe. | ||
| View original record | 404 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/Clm.14/JH. 21st. July, 1939. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, LONDON.N.W.10. For the attention of Mr. Ward. Dear Sirs, Will you please send up to… | ||
| scan0248 | Suggesting the acquisition of an American coupé to study its design for the 'Ripple' project. | ||
| View original record | HohP + 1021. By. from Rm. c. Da. c. Da/Ev. c. Da/DB. Rm1/R.22.7.39. The problem of making a coupé into a nice car seems to be more difficult than we anticipated. The Americans have had a lot of… | ||
| scan0249 | Technical memo detailing body shake issues, modifications, and probable causes for the 10.B.V. Drophead Coupé. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Rm/AFM. c. Da. c. Da/Ev. c. Da/DB. BODY SHAKE - 10.B.V. DROPHEAD COUPÉ. Nature of Complaint. The coupé 10.B.V. from its arrival at the Works has suffered from severe scuttle sideways… | ||
| scan0250 | Analysis of the probable cause of vehicle shake, focusing on torsional stiffness and scuttle weakness. | ||
| View original record | -2- Probable Cause of Shake - Cont'd. The torsional stiffness of various cars is as follows:- lbs-ft./degree. Bentley II frame and dashboard } 365 " V frame } 1,400 " II Wooden saloon } 700-800 " II… | ||
| scan0251 | Stiffening modifications to a coupé body to reduce shake, with proposed further alterations. | ||
| View original record | -3- Rm/AFM.12/MH.21.7.39. (4) Coupé after stiffening mods. carried out by Park Ward - No change. (5) Coupé with diagonal strut across scuttle between door pillars - .000" (6) Coupé with stiffened door… | ||
| scan0252 | Need to build a mock-up scuttle in Derby and to request parts from Park Wards. | ||
| View original record | -4- Rm/AFM.12/MH.21.7.39. It is quite evident that a mock up scuttle will have to be made in Derby. We will ask Park Wards to supply a pair of door pillars and a scuttle panel. We gave Park Wards the… | ||
| scan0253 | Correspondence to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. about modifying Production Bentley wing stays. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Rm/FD. De/Ev. 404 24th. July 1939. BY.S/N. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. For the attention of Mr.Ward. Dear Sir, Production Bentley/s - Wing Stays.… | ||
| scan0254 | Letter from the Experimental Department regarding parts for a Bentley V. | ||
| View original record | HOH EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/Clm.3/JH. 9th. August, 1939. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473 High Road, Willesden, LONDON.N.W.10. Dear Sirs, With regard to your letter of July 28th. It will be quite… | ||
| scan0255 | The supply of a B.V. frame and dashboard to Park Ward for a coupe mock-up. | ||
| View original record | 404 To HPS/RH. c. to Da/Ev. Rm/AFM.19/JH.11.8.39. Chassis for Park Ward. In addition to the dummy chassis being sent to Park Ward for them to try their bodies on, will you please send another B.V.… | ||
| scan0256 | Requesting the Transport Department arrange for the transportation of a dummy chassis to Park Ward's. | ||
| View original record | 1021 HOH. To Mr. Barkworth. Transport Dept. To. to HPS/RH. c. Rm/JBD. Rm.16/JH.12.8.39. We have a dummy chassis which requires taking to Park Ward's. This should be ready on Tuesday Aug. 15th. Will… | ||
| scan0257 | Official order for paint for specific bodies. | ||
| View original record | 8 40H To Les/AW. Rm/JBD.7/JH.15.8.39. Will you please issue an official order to Park Wards for 1/2 gall. of paint for each of the following bodies 12.B.V. 9.B.V. 8.B.V. in green, blue and grey… | ||
| scan0258 | Letter from the Experimental Department ordering paint for three car bodies from Park Ward Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 404 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/JBD.10/JH. 15th. August, 1939. Messrs. Park Ward Co.Ltd., 473 High Road, Willesden, LONDON.N.W.10. For the attention of Mr. Ward. Dear Sirs, We wish to order ½ gallon… | ||
| scan0259 | Requesting a lorry to transport a dummy coach builders chassis to Park Wards. | ||
| View original record | 404 To Mr. Barkworth. Rm/JBD.1/JH.17.8.39. Will you please supply a lorry to take a dummy coach builders chassis to Park Wards. on Thursday evening. Rm/JBD. | ||
| scan0260 | Letter from the Experimental Department regarding the dispatch of a dummy Bentley V chassis to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 404 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/JBD.14/JH. 17th. August, 1939. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473 High Road, Willesden, LONDON.N.W.10. For the attention of Mr. Ward. Dear Sirs, We are despatching the… | ||
| scan0261 | Confidential letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding features for future Bentley 5 bodies. | ||
| View original record | HOH Confidential. 18th. August 1939. BY.26/N. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. Attention of Mr.C.Ward. Dear Sir, Re: Future Bentley 5. Bodies. You will no doubt… | ||
| scan0262 | Page 2 of a letter from the Chief Engineer discussing plain upholstery and luggage locker lining. | ||
| View original record | 2. 4. Plain upholstery. We have always thought that this feature to be good, because it produces a softer cushion and squab, and differentiates the car from the mass produced cheap car, which uses… | ||
| scan0263 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding rigidity tests for a scuttle framework on a Coupe Bentley 5. | ||
| View original record | c. By. Rm. Rm/FD. Rm/AFM. HOH Confidential. 19th. August 1939. BY.1/N. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W. 10. Attention of Mr.C.Ward. Dear Sirs, Re: Coupe - Bentley 5.… | ||
| scan0264 | The second page of a letter from the Chief Engineer of the Chassis department requesting urgent creation of a test apparatus. | ||
| View original record | 2. As this research is urgent we would be glad if you would make this test apparatus as quickly as possible. Yours faithfully, For Rolls-Royce Limited. Chief Engineer - Chassis. | ||
| scan0265 | Diagram of the scuttle section showing its dimensions and how it bolts to the chassis. | ||
| View original record | COPY : RM. 1 1/4 x 1 1/4. SQUARE SECTION. 2 1/2 x 2 1/2. 6.00 BOLTS TO CHASSIS. B.5 SCUTTLE SECTION. | ||
| scan0266 | Letter to a coachbuilder concerning a petrol tank filler and vent pipe issue on Bentley V models. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Mx. Rm/FD. 404 CONFIDENTIAL. 28th. August 1939. BY.14/N. Mr.C.Ward, Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. Dear Mr.Ward, Re: Petrol Fillers - Bentley V. We have… | ||
| scan0267 | Letter from the Chassis Design Office requesting detailed production and fitting costs for B.5. Bonnets from Park Ward & Co., Ltd. | ||
| View original record | Ev 1/11.10.39. 404 R.H. SECRET 11th October, 1939 Messrs. Park Ward & Co., Ltd., 473 High Road, Willesden, London, N.W.10. Attention of Mr. C. Ward Dear Sirs, Re B.5. Bonnets We thank you for your… | ||
| scan0268 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the body mounting bolts and Floatex size for B.5. Production Saloons. | ||
| View original record | CONFIDENTIAL. 40H Attention of Mr.Ward. Rm EV4. January 22nd, 1940. Messrs Park Ward & Co. Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden. N.W.10. Dear Sirs, RE B.5. PRODUCTION SALOONS. We thank you for your letter… | ||
| scan0269 | Brief report on development work to overcome scuttle shake on the 10.B.V. model. | ||
| View original record | 404 To Rm/MD. c. Rm/FJH. Rm/Clm.12/ML.19.2.40. Scuttle Shake. on 10.B.V. [Handwritten and struck-through: 79H] The following is a brief report of the development work carried out last May to try and… | ||
| scan0270 | Letter from Park Ward & Co Ltd regarding experimental efforts and future arrangements to eliminate scuttle shake on the 10.B.V. Coupe. | ||
| View original record | DIRECTORS: A.F. SIDGREAVES R.W. HARVEY-BAILEY F.C. HONEYMAN C.W. WARD C. FALCONER W.S. PAGE TELEPHONE: WILLESDEN 2595 (6 LINES) TELEGRAMS: WARENPAR WILLROAD LONDON PARK WARD & CO LTD SHEET METAL AND… | ||
| scan0271 | Comparing the weight of a new tubular seat with a Vauxhall 10 seat and suggesting weight reduction methods. | ||
| View original record | 404 To Rm. From Rs/SAG. Copy to Rm/GB. Rm/SAG.2/BT.25.11.40. as requested. Herewith list of comparative weights of front seats, Regarding the new Rolls-Royce tubular seat, this is approximately 4 lbs.… | ||
| scan0272 | The collection and inventory of B.V jigs and tools from Motor Panels. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. From Rm/EAG. 404 Rm/EAG.1/ET.18.12.40. B.V JIGS AND TOOLS. ------------------ Regarding the B.V jigs and tools which are at present at Motor Panels', these are stored underground and they would… | ||
| scan0273 | Letter to Messrs. Motor Panels Ltd. confirming the collection of jigs for the B.V body. | ||
| View original record | 404 Rm/EAG.8/ET. 1st January, 1941. Messrs. Motor Panels Ltd., Holbrook Lane, C O V E N T R Y. Attention of Mr. Smith. Dear Sirs, Confirming our telephone conversation with you this afternoon, we are… | ||
| scan0274 | Letter to Park Ward Ltd. regarding a list of jigs for a B.V body collected from Motor Panels for storage, mentioning one missing and one damaged jig. | ||
| View original record | 404 16th January, 1941. Rm/EAG.5/BT. F.C. HONEYMAN, Esq., Messrs. Park Ward Ltd., 475 High Road, Willesden, LONDON N.W. 10. Dear Mr. Honeyman, As requested by Motor Panels I am sending you herewith a… | ||
| scan0275 | Letter to Motor Panels Ltd. regarding the return and condition of jigs for a Bentley V Saloon. | ||
| View original record | 404 16th January, 1941. Rm/EAG.4/ET. Messrs. MOTOR PANELS Ltd., Holbrook Lane, C O V E N T R Y. Dear Sirs, We are returning you herewith two delivery notes together with the lists of jigs for Bentley… | ||
| scan0276 | Requesting experiments to reduce mud slinging on B.V. cars. | ||
| View original record | To: Wym. Rm.2/RH.28.12.40. MUD SLINGING : B.V. CARS. 404 Will you please carry out some experiments on the B.V. cars to reduce the amount of mud slinging. We consider that part of the trouble is due… | ||
| scan0277 | Status report on the production of standardised B.V. Six Light bodies. | ||
| View original record | D R A F T. B.V - SIX LIGHT. PRODUCTION BODIES Regarding the standardised bodies that Park Ward have in hand for B.V chassis, we give below an out-line of the job, as it stands:- PRESS TOOLS - These… | ||
| scan0278 | Arrangements for building six car bodies with Motor Panels and Park Ward, and preparing jigs and tools for production. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - been completed or made, this should be done. As a wood model is in existence, it will not be necessary for a full lay-out to be made. It should, however, contain sufficient information to enable… | ||
| scan0279 | Faults with delivered Motor Panels, recommending the duplication of checking templates and jigs. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - Motor Panels delivered, there were a considerable number of faults which were probably due to the amount of hand work which has to be done, and which does not occur on bodies that are fully… | ||
| scan0280 | Cover memo for a report from Park Ward dealing with faults on B.V bodies. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/EAG. 404 Rm/EAG.3/ET.3.4.41. Herewith copy of a report received from Park Ward, dealing with faults on B.V bodies. Rm/EAG. | ||
| scan0281 | Faults and issues found on B.V. bodies, along with proposed solutions or explanations. | ||
| View original record | COPY. CWW/GC 27th March, 1941. REPORT ON B.V BODIES. 1. Offside front seat is weakened where cut away from brake lever, this allows squab of seat to fall back causing more rake, and requires back… | ||
| scan0282 | Letter to Motor Panels Ltd. concerning the storage and preservation of press tools for B.V bodies. | ||
| View original record | Copy to Rm. 404 Rm/SAG.4/ST. 21st April, 1941. Messrs. Motor Panels Ltd., Holbrook Lane, C O V E N T R Y. Attention of Mr. Smith. Dear Sirs, Confirming our visit to your works and our interview with… | ||
| scan0283 | Correspondence regarding the difficulty in sourcing a new, simpler rubber door seal. | ||
| View original record | 405 B.V. Body 22nd May, 1941. Rm/EAG.5/ET. A. TURNER, Esq., Holmedown House, Holmedown Street, King's Cross, L O N D O N N.1. Dear Mr. Turner, I thank you for your letter of May 21st, with reference… | ||
| scan0284 | Letter to C.W. Ward of Park Ward, Ltd., concerning a new B.V. body and an improved sunshine roof. | ||
| View original record | 404 Rm.4/ET. 25th June, 1941. C.W. WARD, Esq. Messrs. Park Ward, Ltd., 473 High Road - Willesden, L O N D O N N.W. 10. Dear Ward, Since seeing you in London, I have discussed this new B.V. body with… | ||
| scan0285 | Cover note for a letter to Mr. Ward, justifying the creation of a full-size B.V. layout. | ||
| View original record | 404. To Rm. from Rm/EAG. Rm/EAG.7/LT.26.6.41. Herewith copy of a letter to Mr. Ward, setting out the reasons why a full size layout of B.V. should be made. I think you will agree that this gives a… | ||
| scan0286 | Outlining recommended changes for the modified B.V. type sample body. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/EAG. 404 Rm A-....-T.28.6.41. Regarding the modified B.V type sample body which Park Ward are building for us, we give below a list of changes which we recommend should be made.… | ||
| scan0287 | Proposed design changes for a vehicle's bodywork. | ||
| View original record | Rm/BAG.2/ET.28.6.41 - 2 - LUGGAGE BOOT. The lid to be lightened and fitted with a slam lock, if this shows a reduction in weight, against the type at present fitted. BODY SHELL. No.2 crossmembers to… | ||
| scan0288 | Letter discussing specifications for a new lightened B.V body, including details on seats, windows, and windscreens. | ||
| View original record | § 404 30th June, 1941. Rm.2/ET. C.W. WARD, Esq., Messrs. Park Ward Ltd., 473 High Road - Willesden, LONDON. N.W. 10. Dear Ward, Further to my letter of the 25th, I enclose a pro-visional specification… | ||
| scan0289 | Design of the B.V. body, including suggestions for a luggage grid and spare wheel. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/EAC. from Rm. 404 Rm.7/ET.8.7.41. MISS B.V. BODY. ------------------ Confirming our conversation, I am suggesting that this car has a folding luggage grid, with a spare wheel at the back. The… | ||
| scan0290 | Letter to C.W. Ward of Park Ward Ltd. discussing Bentley body specifications and materials like Perspex. | ||
| View original record | 404 10th July, 1941. Ru.3/MT. C.W. WARD, Esq., Messrs. Park Ward Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, LONDON. N.W. 10. Dear Ward, Thank you for your letter. Green will have discussed the new Bentley body… | ||
| scan0291 | Letter from Park Ward & Co Ltd discussing specifications for a new B.V. body, including seats, screens, and window materials. | ||
| View original record | DIRECTORS: A.F.SIDEGREAVES C.W.WARD R.W.HARVEY-BAILEY C.FALCONER F.C.HONEYMAN W.S.PAGE PARK WARD & CO LTD SHEET METAL AND WOOD WORK 473 HIGH ROAD WILLESDEN LONDON N.W.10 TELEPHONE: WILLESDEN 2595 (6… | ||
| scan0292 | Letter addressing a suggestion of information leaks and detailing the security measures in place at the shops. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - With regard to the final paragraph of your letter, I must say I resent the suggestion that information about any car you send here leaks out from our men. Moreover, I am quite satisfied that it… | ||
| scan0293 | Progress report on the Myth Body and Chassis Framework, delayed by a fire and pressure of work on aircraft. | ||
| View original record | 404 To Rm. from Rm/EAG. Rm/EAG.2/JH.14.7.41. Report on Progress of Myth Body & Chassis Framework, also B.V. Drawings by Park Ward 12.7.41. The final assembly of the frame by spot welding has not yet… | ||
| scan0294 | Pros and cons of using thin leather for a lightened B.V. body. | ||
| View original record | To: Rm. from Rm/EAG. 404 Rm/EAG.1/RH.15.7.41. LIGHTENED B.V. BODY Regarding our conversation with reference to the use of thin leather in the lightened B.V. body that Park Ward is going to build for… | ||
| scan0295 | Letter from Connolly Bros. advising on the weight of leather for motor car bodies, comparing standard hides to lighter aircraft hides. | ||
| View original record | COPY. Connolly Bros. Wandle Bank, Wimbledon, LONDON.S.W19. A.E.Green Esq., Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., DERBY. Dear Mr. Green, Many thanks for your letter. This question of the weight of leather used in… | ||
| scan0296 | Investigation into a complaint of the rear seat becoming uncomfortably hot in a B.V. chassis car. | ||
| View original record | 404 To Rm. from Rm/Wym. Rm/Wym.23/ET.21.8.41. B.V CHASSIS - HEAT TO REAR SEAT. We have recently investigated a complaint by Sg., that the N/S. rear seat on his B.V. car B.20.AW, became uncomfortably… | ||
| scan0297 | Susceptibility of 8-cylinder cars to trouble and a poor fitting of the rear cushion. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Wym.24/ET.21.8.41. - 2 - The 8-cylinder cars with twin exhaust systems will be more susceptible to this trouble than the B.V. cars. Incidentally, the fitting of the rear cushion in relation to the… | ||
| scan0298 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. detailing a list of fittings for a 'Myth project' Lightened B.V. Saloon. | ||
| View original record | 904 Rm/EAG.16/JH. 25th. August, 1941. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, LONDON.N.W.10. For the attention of Mr. C.W. Ward. Dear Sirs, re Lightened B.V. Body. We are sending you… | ||
| scan0299 | List of vehicle components and accompanying notes regarding fitting and modifications. | ||
| View original record | -2- 10. W/Regulator handle ex Wilmot Breeden. PD EXP 6/6424. 11. Escutcheon seating washer. " " PD EXP. 6/6444. 12. Bonnet handle. " " PD EXP. 6/6477. 13. Insert for bonnet handle. " " PD EXP. 6/6478… | ||
| scan0300 | Response to a report about shrunken and insufficiently detailed drawings for manufacturing wings. | ||
| View original record | 404 604 1218 To Rm. from Rm/EAG. Rm/EAG.13/ET.14.10.41. Regarding the report herewith from Ward to Sg., while there are several things in it that I could criticise, the outstanding thing is item 5.,… | ||
| scan0301 | Summary of the recommended procedure and time estimate for producing light bodies for the Silver Phantom chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/EAG. Rm/EAG.3/ET.21.10.41. Herewith a brief summary of the recommended procedure and estimated time required to prepare for the production of four and six light bodies for Silver… | ||
| scan0302 | Recommended procedure and estimated man-hours for the production of rationalised Silver Phantom bodies. | ||
| View original record | PRODUCTION OF RATIONALISED SILVER PHANTOM BODIES. The recommended procedure for dealing with the preparation for production of six and four light bodies, and the estimated time for doing the work so… | ||
| scan0303 | Statement on the minimum time required for production preparation, noted as four and a half months. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - The minimum time required to prepare for pro- duction, dealing with the work as set out above, would be 4 1/2 months. Rm/EAG. 21.10.41. | ||
| scan0304 | Location and retrieval of full-scale drawings for R.R. & Bentley car bodies from Messrs. Park Wards. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. c. to Ev. c. to Rm/EAG. c. to Rm/Wym. Drawings of R.R. & Bentley Cars at Messrs. Park Wards. During our visit to Messrs. Park Wards Thursday 16th. October 1941 the question of the full scale… | ||
| scan0305 | Schedule of body designs, their associated drawing numbers, and construction materials. | ||
| View original record | -2- B.V. Models. 7.B.V. (1.B.5.) R.R. drawing PD.20. - All metal construction. 8.B.V. (2.B.5.) R.R. drawing PD.95. - All metal construction. 9.B.V. (3.B.5.) R.R. drawing PD.206 - All metal… | ||
| scan0306 | Full-scale drawings for the Silver Ripplet model and an experimental car. | ||
| View original record | -3- Ev/JD.4/JH.21.10.41. Silver Ripplet. 2.R.2. R.R. drawing PD.494 wood and alum construction. These should be full scale P.W. drawings of all the above models. Ev/JD. Please note. Since writing the… | ||
| scan0307 | Letter to Mulliner Ltd. regarding quotations for Saloon and Limousine bodies for the senior range chassis. | ||
| View original record | Copy for Rm. 404. 30th October, 1941. Rm/EAG.6/ET. Messrs. Mulliner Ltd., Bordesley Green Road, BIRMINGHAM, 8. Attention of Mr. Hart. Dear Sirs, This confirms our visit to your works yesterday,… | ||
| scan0308 | Notes on construction and fittings for proposed seven and five-seater limousines and saloon models. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. Rm/EAG.1/ET.27.10.41. NOTES ON CONSTRUCTION AND FITTINGS FOR PROPOSED SEVEN AND FIVE SEATER LIMOUSINES AND SALOON GENERAL The fronts of the three shells, back to and including the rear doors,… | ||
| scan0309 | Specification sheet detailing features for Limousine and Saloon car bodies. | ||
| View original record | Rm/EAG.1/ET.27.10.41 - 2 - 7 SEATER LIMOUSINE. Hinged quarter lights. Occasional seats of the arm chair type, folding into division when not in use. Combined cabinet and wireless loud speaker between… | ||
| scan0310 | Summary of the recommended procedure and estimated time for producing four and six light bodies for the Silver Phantom chassis. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/EAG. 404 Rm/EAG.3/ET.21.10.41. Herewith a brief summary of the recommended procedure and estimated time required to prepare for the production of four and six light bodies for Silver… | ||
| scan0311 | Post-hostilities production plan for rationalised Silver Phantom six and four-light car bodies. | ||
| View original record | PRODUCTION OF RATIONALISED SILVER PHANTOM BODIES. The recommended procedure for dealing with the preparation for production of six and four light bodies, and the estimated time for doing the work so… | ||
| scan0312 | Stating the minimum time required to prepare for production. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - The minimum time required to prepare for pro- duction, dealing with the work as set out above, would be 4½ months. Rm/EAG. 21.10.41. | ||
| scan0313 | Letter to coachbuilder Mulliner Ltd. confirming a visit and requesting quotations for Saloon and Limousine bodies. | ||
| View original record | 404 Rm/HAG.6/ET. 30th October, 1941. Messrs. Mulliner Ltd., Bordesley Green Road, BIRMINGHAM, 9. Attention of Mr. Hart. Dear Sirs, This confirms our visit to your Works yesterday, October 29th, with… | ||
| scan0314 | Notes on the construction and fittings for proposed seven and five-seater Limousines and Saloon models. | ||
| View original record | 404 Rm/EAG.1/ET.27.10.41. NOTES ON CONSTRUCTION AND FITTINGS FOR PROPOSED SEVEN AND FIVE SEATER LIMOUSINES AND SALOON GENERAL The fronts of the three shells, back to and including the rear doors, are… | ||
| scan0315 | Specifications for 7-seater Limousine, 5-seater Limousine, and Saloon body styles. | ||
| View original record | Rm/EAG.1/ET.27.10.41 - 2 - 7 SEATER LIMOUSINE Hinged quarter lights. Occasional seats of the arm chair type, folding into division when not in use. Combined cabinet and wireless loud speaker between… | ||