Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Modifications to the Bentley III brake gear and suspension specifications. | ||
| View original record | 2008 MARTINDALE File Rm. c. Sg. Hs. RHC. Dev. HPS. E.9/HP.10.6.37. 709 Bentley III Brake Gear. Confirming our discussion of the 8th inst. it is agreed that as a result of strip examinations of Girling… | ||
| scan0002 | Technical memorandum detailing the specifications of the Girling rear brakes for the Bentley III car. | ||
| View original record | 200B AFM File BY: C. E. Da. RHO. Rm. HPS. E/LV. SECRET. 406 E/HDY.3/HP.28.6.37. Bentley III - Rear Brakes. We send herewith N.Sch.5178 showing Girling rear brakes for this car. The drum diameter is… | ||
| scan0003 | The arrangement of front wheels and brakes for the Bentley III, comparing them to the Wraith III. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. 200B 406 Martindale File By. Copy to - Dr. Rm. HMO. HPS. Roy/AFR. Any comments Rm E/EV.1/M.5.7.37. BENTLEY III. FRONT WHEELS AND BRAKES. We send herewith N.Sch.5191 showing the arrangement of… | ||
| scan0004 | The front brake operation for the Bentley III, referencing an attached scheme for Girling Brakes. | ||
| View original record | 2003 406 To: -BY from E/Ev. Copies to - Des. Rm. RHO. HPS. Rm/AFM. E/Ev.1/JH - 15-7-37. FRONT BRAKE OPERATION - BENTLEY III We send herewith N.SCH: 5198 showing the operation of the Girling Brakes of… | ||
| scan0005 | Description of the scale layout for the front brake operation linkage. | ||
| View original record | C. Dept. c. Rm. DA.8/G.19.8.37. 200B 406 P.D.1. 1/2 SCALE LAYOUT OF FRONT BRAKE OPERATION - B.111. This scheme shows the brake linkage from the servo balance lever to the intermediate levers on the… | ||
| scan0006 | The front brake balancer for the Bentley 111 model, discussing manufacturing methods and component interchangeability. | ||
| View original record | C. Rm. DA.4/G.20.8.37. CANCELLED (handwritten and mirrored) 200B (handwritten) P.D.2. FRONT BRAKE BALANCER - BENTLEY 111. 406 (handwritten) The operating lever is shown pegged and brazed to the… | ||
| scan0007 | Scheme of modifications to the brake linkage for a Bentley 111 to suit a lower frame. | ||
| View original record | DY/WD. c. Rm. 200B DA.4/G.8.11.37. 40b. File BENTLEY 111. G.CD.72, G.CD.36, PD.32, G.CD.97, F.CD.139. Please receive herewith the following scheme :- G.CD.206 Modfns. to brake linkage to suit lower… | ||
| scan0008 | Requesting the return of Bentley III Girling brake plungers to New Hudson Ltd. due to a manufacturing error. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/AFM. 200B 406. Rm/AFM.8/AP.17.11137. BENTLEY III. GIRLING BRAKES. Will you please return to New Hudson Ltd. all (except one set of 4) of the plungers GB.2198 and GB.2198.A. so that… | ||
| scan0009 | Replacement of wrongly machined plungers for Bentley III Girling brake expanders. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/AFM. c. Roy/Ms. [Handwritten annotations: FDR (crossed out), 2096, 400] Rm/AFM.6/AP.2.12.37. GIRLING BRAKE EXPANDERS. A number of the rear expanders for Bentley III. came in with the… | ||
| scan0010 | Modifications and design issues concerning the Bentley III brakes and Girling components. | ||
| View original record | To By. c. to Da. 200b also 1260 Rm/AFM.5/JH.8.12.37. BENTLEY III BRAKES. 406. The modifications called for on G.CD.250 necessitate extra machining operations on the bought out Girling components. we… | ||
| scan0011 | The issue of a stone guard for the rear brake equaliser on a Bentley 111. | ||
| View original record | File EX/No. 2006 C. Rm. DA.9/G.24.12.37. 406 REAR BRAKE EQUALISER - BENTLEY 111. Herewith is G.CD.292 stone guard on the rear brake equaliser, provided as a result of a second instance of a stone… | ||
| scan0012 | Modifications to the front brakes expander unit for the Bentley 111 chassis. | ||
| View original record | BY/RS. c. Rm. 200B DA.6/G.11.1.38. BENTLEY 111. CHASSIS. A.F.T. H 06 FRONT BRAKES. Please receive herewith tracing of G.CD.397 showing modified Fixing of Front Brakes Expander Unit. The two studs are… | ||
| scan0013 | Parts list update for Bentley 111 Brakes, Front & Rear Hubs, detailing replacements and additions. | ||
| View original record | HPS. c. Rm. O. Rm/AFM 2006 BY/Ald.3/G.19.1.38. #06 BENTLEY 111. BRAKES. FRONT & REAR HUBS. SECTION 6170 and 7044. Please receive herewith two blueprints of the following drawings (one extra print is… | ||
| scan0014 | Required quantities for brake drums, bolts, and nuts. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - BY/Ald.3/G.19.1.38. GB.2828 Brake Drum 2 off. KB.2801 Bolt 12 off. The following additional part is required :- G.52501 Bolt 12 off. K.43/S Nut 12 off. The above is in accordance with memo… | ||
| scan0015 | Brake performance issues and modifications for a Bentley III, addressing spongy feel, violent diving, and rear brake geometry errors. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Rm/AFM. c. DA. c. Hdy. c. HPS. 2006 Rm/AFM.13/MH.4.3.38. 406- BENTLEY III BRAKES. On first trying the car the brakes appeared to be spongy. This was largely due to star springs in the… | ||
| scan0016 | Responding to suggestions regarding brakes on the Bentley III chassis. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/AFM. c. By. c. DB. c. HPS/RH. 406. BRAKES - BENTLEY III CHASSIS. With reference to memo HPS/RH.1/VS.26.2.38, as far as it concerns brakes. We agree to the following items being… | ||
| scan0017 | Technical memorandum detailing the specifications for wider front brakes on the Bentley III. | ||
| View original record | Da. from Da/DB. c. to By. Rm. Da/JD. c. to Rm/AFM. Ev. 406. Da/DB.25/N.25.3.38. Wider Front Brakes - Bentley III. -------------------------------- PD.132 shows the wider front brakes for B.lll,… | ||
| scan0018 | Technical memorandum discussing faults and potential improvements for the Bentley III braking system. | ||
| View original record | 40b 1 By. from Rm/AFM. c. Ds. c. Ds/Hdy. c. Mx. BENTLEY III. BRAKES. In its present form the hand brake has a serious fault. On bringing the car to rest, either with the hand brake alone or with the… | ||
| scan0019 | Design for wider front brakes for the Bentley 111, using standard Girling shoes of the rolled steel type. | ||
| View original record | BI/MS. c. Rm. c. De/JD. [Strikethrough] c. De/LW. [Strikethrough] 406. DA.1/C.30.3.38. File BENTLEY 111. FRONT BRAKES. Herewith is FD.132 design of wider front brakes on B.111, with standard Girling… | ||
| scan0020 | Specifications and modifications for wider front brakes on the Bentley 111 chassis. | ||
| View original record | COPY. Da. from Da/DB. c. to BY. Hm. Da/JD. c. to RM/AFM. RV. Da/DB.25/N.25.5.38. Wider Front Brakes - Bentley 111. FD.132 shows the wider front brakes for B.111, incorporating cast iron drums with… | ||
| scan0021 | Suggestion for a modified rear brake equaliser mounting for the Bentley 111 brake linkage. | ||
| View original record | BY/NS. c. Rm. c. BY/Ald. H06 DA.5/G.2.4.38. BENTLEY 111. BRAKE LINKAGE. Herewith is PD.135 shewing Rm/AFM's suggestion for a modified Rear Brake Equaliser mounting to improve the brake geometry. It is… | ||
| scan0022 | Introduction of Girling brakes, including tool costs, savings, and experimental production. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. 406 Sg. from Rm. Hs. c. Hy. c. RHC. Rm3/R.20.4.38. At a recent interim Conference when the Girling brakes were discussed, we suggested that as a lot of the B.IIA Girling brake parts would be… | ||
| scan0023 | Cost analysis memorandum regarding the adoption of Girling Brakes on the Bentley II A ('M' series chassis). | ||
| View original record | To. Rm........From RHC. c. to Sg. [Crossed out] c. to Hs. [Crossed out] c. to Ey. [Crossed out] [Handwritten] 406. RHC.1/MC.23.4.38. [Handwritten diagonal] AFW GIRLING BRAKES - BENTLEY II A. With… | ||
| scan0024 | Experimental use and standardisation of Girling Brakes, suggesting further testing on Bentley Trials cars. | ||
| View original record | SECRET To (Rm.) From RHC. c. to Sg. c. to Hs. c. to By. c. to LA. Handwritten: too late? 406 RHC.6/MJ.25.4.38. GIRLING BRAKES. Handwritten: AFH With further reference to Rm.3/R.20.4.38, wherein it is… | ||
| scan0025 | Secret memo regarding the decision not to fit Girling Brakes to the 'M' Series vehicles. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. 406? To Rm. from Sg. Copy to Hs.BY.RHC. re Girling Brakes. Sg11/E27.4.38 Referring to Rm3/R20.4.38, RHC.1/MC23.4.38 and RHC.6/MJ.25.4.38, I have discussed this matter with Hs. In view of all… | ||
| scan0026 | Required revisions and improvements for the Bentley III brake system. | ||
| View original record | 406 Da. from Rm/AFM. c. By. c. HPS. Rm/AFM6/R.11.5.38. BENTLEY III BRAKES. Several points need attention on this brake system:- (1) The front equalizer FB.3130 has failed in torsion on 7.B.V. The… | ||
| scan0027 | Request to produce and fit a new Aluminium Bronze actuating lever for the front brake equalising mechanism on the first Bentley III chassis. | ||
| View original record | BY/HEB.3/WB.12.5.38. [illegible stamped text crossed out] c. Rm/AFM. 406. BENTLEY lll. (1st car only) FRONT BRAKE EQUALISING MECHANISM - SEC:6151. Kindly receive herewith three blue prints of :-… | ||
| scan0028 | The particulars of the dashpot for the Bentley III brakes. | ||
| View original record | 466 To Da. c. to By. Rm/AFM.1/JH.13.5.38. BENTLEY III BRAKES. With reference to the dash pot referred to in Rm/AFM.6/R.11.5.38. the particulars of this dash pot are as follows - Dia. of Piston 1.750".… | ||
| scan0029 | Requesting the design of an oil dashpot for Bentley III & Bentley 50 brakes to prevent thumps. | ||
| View original record | To By/Ald. from Rm/AFM. c. Da. 406 also 806 Rm/AFM.4/MH.14.5.38. BENTLEY. III & BENTLEY 50 BRAKES. With reference to our discussion on the oil dash pot for preventing thumps on B.50, will you please… | ||
| scan0030 | Cost-effectiveness of producing welded brake shoes in-house versus buying rolled steel shoes. | ||
| View original record | 406 also 806 By. from Rm/AFM. c. Hy/CRL. c. HPS. c. Roy/Ms. Rm/AFM9/R.31.5.38. B.III & 50 BRAKE SHOES. For the experimental cars now being built, we want eight rolled steel shoes GB.3748 per car, and… | ||
| scan0031 | Revised programme for brake shoes, focusing on standardizing to a T section steel shoe. | ||
| View original record | To By/Ald. from Rm/AFM. c. By. c. De. 406 BRAKE SHOES - REVISED PROGRAMME. The T section steel shoe designed for B.III and 50 is our choice of section for all new cars. To reduce tool costs we want to… | ||
| scan0032 | Reduced price of rolled steel brake shoes from New Hudson Ltd. | ||
| View original record | γ 406 To By. from Rm/AFM. c. HPS. c. Roy/Ms. ROLLED STEEL BRAKE SHOES - B.III. Since we asked to have welded shoes on the next B.III cars, New Hudson Ltd. have reduced their price from 30/- per shoe… | ||
| scan0033 | Specification changes for the S.B.V. Bentley III model regarding shock adsorbers, front equalizers, and servo motor springs. | ||
| View original record | 406 To HPS. from Rm/IMW. Rm/IMW.8/JH.23.6.38. S.B.V. Bentley III. SCD.698. Armstrong shock adsorber used as front brake dashpot. This scheme has been instructed in By/ALD.15/G.10.6.38. Will you please… | ||
| scan0034 | Requesting the fitment of stiffened brake pieces to Bentley III and 50 models to prevent an accident. | ||
| View original record | c RM/IMW c RM/FS 406 also 806 To HPS. from Rm/AFM. c. By/HEB. c. By/NS. Rm/AFM.4/MR.12.7.38. BENTLEY III AND 50 BRAKES. Will you please fit the stiffened pieces F.CD.762 to 1.B.50 and 8.B.V. The… | ||
| scan0035 | Request to make two altered support rods for a Bentley III & 50 Equalizer and fit one to chassis 8.B.V. | ||
| View original record | 406 also 806 To HPS. from Rm/AFM. Rm/AFM.14/MH.18.7.38. BENTLEY III & 50 EQUALIZER. Will you please make two support rods ExS.887/8/9 and fit one to 8.B.V. The construction of this rod has been… | ||
| scan0036 | Instruction regarding the supply of TSM/B Brake linings for a specific chassis. | ||
| View original record | 406. To HPS. Rm/JBD.4/JH.5.8.38. 9.B.5. Will you please instruct TSM/B Brake linings for the above chassis. We have ordered these and will supply them. Rm/JBD. | ||
| scan0037 | The fitting of unhardened jaws and links for Bentley III brakes. | ||
| View original record | 406 To HPS. c. to By/NS. Rm/AFM.17/JH.17.8.38. BENTLEY III BRAKES. Will you please fit the unhardened jaws and links EX.31932/3/4 to 8.B.V. so that they can run in France. The unhardened link EX.31932… | ||
| scan0038 | Modifications to the Bentley III Brakes front damper system. | ||
| View original record | 406. To By. c. to Da. c. to HPS. c. to By/NS. Rm/AFM.3/JH.18.8.38. Bentley III Brakes - Front Damper. When the damper SCD.698 or the equivalent is added to the car the servo swinging arm friction… | ||
| scan0039 | Urgent memo requesting the fitting of rear brake rods with spherical ends to prevent fracture. | ||
| View original record | To HPT. 406 also 400b Rm/JBD.1/JH.22.8.38. 8.B.V. Will you please fit the rear brake rods from the equalizer with the spherical ends to SCD.827. This is urgent as the car as it is now fitted is likely… | ||
| scan0040 | Outlining necessary changes to the Bentley III & 50 brake system. | ||
| View original record | 406 also 806' To Ba. from RM/AFM. c. By. c. By/NS. c. By/CRL. c. RM/JBD. c. RM/IMW. RM/AFM.3/MH.30.8.38. BENTLEY III & 50 BRAKES. There are several small changes necessary on this brake system. (1)… | ||
| scan0041 | Request to manufacture four B.III Rear Equalizer pieces in Nickel Steel due to flexibility and fatigue concerns. | ||
| View original record | 406 HPS. from Rm/AFM. Rm/AFM1/R.31.8.38. B.III REAR EQUALIZER - SCD.580. Will you please make 4 pieces Exs.896 in Nickel Steel. The type with 4 S/M pieces is too flexible, and we think the single… | ||
| scan0042 | Query regarding the quality and structure of a new spindle for B.III & B.50 rear brakes. | ||
| View original record | 404a also 806 1029. H1. from Rm/AFM. Rm/AFM2/R.1.9.38. B.III & B.50 REAR BRAKES. With reference to your Laboratory Report - H1/EJW.1/JM.19.8.38., will you please say if the new spindle herewith, which… | ||
| scan0043 | Necessary adjustments and improvements for Bentley III & 50 brakes. | ||
| View original record | 406 also 806 To Da. from RM/AFM. c. By. c. Hdy. c. By/CRL. c. HFS. c. Em/IMW. RM/AFM.3/MH.5.9.38. BENTLEY III & 50 BRAKES. Further points which need attention on these brakes are as follows:- (1) The… | ||
| scan0044 | Failures and design issues with front expander housings, rear brake stops, and servo mechanisms. | ||
| View original record | -2- RM/AFM.3/MH.5.9.38. (4) We have already informed you verbally of the failure of the obsolete type front expander housing. The failure might be due to direct load on the "on" stops, or bending due… | ||
| scan0045 | Requesting the addition of a protective shield to the Bentley L.O.P. hand brake lever, similar to what was done for the Wraith. | ||
| View original record | 406 Da. from Rm/AFM. c. Hy. c. Hy/NS. c. Hy/CRL. Rm/AFM2/R.12.9.38. B.III HAND BRAKE LEVER. On Wraith we found that the hand brake lever lower bell crank got damaged by stones and seized up;… | ||
| scan0046 | Note regarding Hydraulic Front Brakes for B.III, 13.5'o and Wraith 80 models. | ||
| View original record | Rm. 406. Da. 4/G.19.9.38. Hydraulic Front Brakes - B.III, 13.5'o and Wraith 80 in file 1029. | ||
| scan0047 | Instructing to replace oily rear brake shoes and liners for a specific vehicle, and to use 'holdite' sealant on the carrier plate. | ||
| View original record | 406 To HPS. from Rm/AFM. Rm/AFM.3/MH.20.9.38. B.III REAR BRAKES. As the rear brakes of 8.B.V. are slightly oily will you please use new shoes and liners for France. The present liners can be cleaned… | ||
| scan0048 | Note regarding a query on modified brake leverages for the B.III and B.50 chassis. | ||
| View original record | Rm. x 406. Da.13/G. 20.9.38. B.III & B.50 chassis. Modified brake leverages?. see file 1029. | ||
| scan0049 | Note about front brake gear for B.III & 50 models, referencing file 1029. | ||
| View original record | 8.406 Rm. Da. 13/9. 22.9.38 B.III & 50. Front brake gear. see file 1029. | ||
| scan0050 | Note regarding increased hand brake travel for the B.III & 50. | ||
| View original record | Rm. 406 - Da. 14/9 . 22.9.38. B.III & 50. Increased hand brake Travel see file 1029. | ||
| scan0051 | Stiffening plate and supporting stay for Bentley 111 rear brakes. | ||
| View original record | BX/NS. c. Rm. ----- 406 DA.20/G.4.10.38. BENTLEY 111. REAR BRAKES. FD.275 herewith shews a stiffening plate attached to the carrier plate to prevent the latter bending under the side load. The method… | ||
| scan0052 | Index card relating to the Bentley III front axle and front brakes. | ||
| View original record | Rm. 406 By lard. 20/9.5.1038 Bentley III front axle. '' '' front brakes. see file 401. | ||
| scan0053 | The front brakes for a Bentley III * 50. | ||
| View original record | 406. Ror. Da.2/9.3-10-38 Bentley III * 50 - Front Brakes in file 1029. | ||
| scan0054 | Bentley III and 50 Rear Brakes. | ||
| View original record | 406 Rn. Da.19/G. 4.10.38. Bentley III + 50 Rear Brakes. file 1029. | ||
| scan0055 | The development and fitting of Bentley III 4-shoe front brakes. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/AFM. γ 406. Rm/AFM.2/MH.12.10.38. BENTLEY III FRONT BRAKES - 4 SHOE. With reference to By/Ald.20/G.5.10.38. We want these brakes when made fitting to a Bentley III - they can go on… | ||
| scan0056 | Reference note regarding a rear brake with associated codes and file location. | ||
| View original record | B.Ins. Rm. 406 Da.15/G.10.10.38 B.III B.50 W.80. rear brake. see file 1029. | ||
| scan0057 | The examination of a new spindle for Bentley III & B.50 rear brakes. | ||
| View original record | 406 H1/EJW. from Rm/AFM. Rm/AFM1/R.13.10.38. BENTLEY III & B.50 REAR BRAKES. see file 1029. With reference to your H1/EJW.2/JM.12.9.38., we have submitted a new spindle for examination as the last one… | ||
| scan0058 | Requesting a scheme alteration for the B.III Brakes water seal to avoid a machining operation. | ||
| View original record | 406 To Da. c. to Da/DB. c. to Roy/Les. c. to Hr. c. to By/CRL. Rm/APM.3/JR.19.10.38. FD.274 Water Seal B.III Brakes. The water seal shown on this scheme necessitates a machining operation on the… | ||
| scan0059 | Oil leak on the Bentley III rear brakes and a request to alter the detail drawing to fix it. | ||
| View original record | 406 To Da. from Rm/AFM. c. Hay. c. By/NS. Rm/AFM.7/MH.27.10.38. BENTLEY III REAR BRAKES. Oil has leaked past the carrier plate on to the brakes on the French car. These plates were treated with… | ||
| scan0060 | Note concerning the water seal on the adjuster for B.III, B.50, and W.80 brakes. | ||
| View original record | 406 Rm. Da 8/G. 22.10.38 water Seal on adjuster. B.III B 50 and W.80 brakes. in reply to Rm/AFM SJH. 19.10.38 in file 1029. | ||
| scan0061 | The Bentley III Girling operation for the front axle and front brakes. | ||
| View original record | 406 Rm. By/ALd-24/G- 11-11-38 Bentley III Girling Operation Front Axle - Front Brakes in file 401. | ||
| scan0062 | Instruction to add the Wraith hand brake lever water shield to all R.III type cars, starting with car 9.E.V. | ||
| View original record | 406, alag 806. 666 To By. from Rm/AFM. c.c. Dn. c.c. By/CHL. c.c. BPS. Rm/AFM.C/WH.11.11.38. HAND BRAKE R.III, R.20, W.80. Will you please add to the LOP of all R.III type cars the water shield which… | ||
| scan0063 | File cover note regarding the B.III model's hydraulic operation for the front axle and brakes. | ||
| View original record | 406 Rm. By/ALD.25/G. 11-11-38 B.III Hydraulic Operation Front Axle Front Brakes. in file 401 | ||
| scan0064 | Material alteration for the front brake damper idler lever FB.4220. | ||
| View original record | BT/NS. c. Rm. c. Rm/AHM. c. Ds/ID 406 DA.10/G.17.11.38. BENTLEY 111. REAR BRAKES. With reference to the idler lever on the front brake damper FB.4220, which is made in S/N. would you please alter to… | ||
| scan0065 | Alteration of B.V. frames to accommodate a master cylinder for hydraulic front brakes. | ||
| View original record | 406 To Da. from Rm/AFM. c. By. c. Da/JD. c. By/Ald. RM/AFM.10/WH.24.11.38. B.V. FRAMES FOR HYDRAULIC FRONT BRAKES. With reference to the scheme SCD.951 of the Master Cylinder for operation of the… | ||
| scan0066 | Blueprints and replacement parts for a four-shoe brake system. | ||
| View original record | HPS. c. Rm. c. Rm/Std. BY/Ald.12/G.29.11.38. 406 401. FOUR SHOE BRAKE. SECTION 7043. 401. Further to our memo BY/Ald.24/G.11.11.38. and BY/Ald.25/G.11.11.38. please receive herewith two blueprints of… | ||
| scan0067 | Instruction regarding the trial of a highly stressed S/N lever for B.V. front brakes on the first 50 chassis. | ||
| View original record | 406 To By/NS. from Rm/AFM. c. Da. c. Da/JD. Rm/AFM.15/MR.1.12.38. B.V. FRONT BRAKES. With reference to Da.10/G.17.11.38, will you please instruct that the lever referred to shall be made in S/N for… | ||
| scan0068 | Order of Keenol vegetable grease for Lockheed Brakes. | ||
| View original record | 406 Roy/Ms. Rm/AFM3/R.15.12.38. LOCKHEED BRAKES - B.V. Will you please order one 4 lb. tin of vegetable Keenol grease from Automotive Products. This has been ordered by telephone and may arrive before… | ||
| scan0069 | Instructions for adapting the brake equaliser anchorage for a new axle tube on a half-floating rear axle. | ||
| View original record | DA.2/G.17.12.38. G.CD.1105 - BRAKE EQUALISER ANCHORAGE ON PD.312 (HALF FLOATING) REAR AXLE. A new axle tube is shown on PD.312, and the above scheme adapts the rear brake equaliser parts to suit this… | ||
| scan0070 | Recommendations for brake materials and modifications for the first 50 Bentley V & Bentley 50 chassis. | ||
| View original record | 406 also 506 To Ry. c. to Da. c. to By/Hr. c. to Da/Hdy. Rm/JBD.14/JH.23.1.39. BENTLEY V & BENTLEY 50 BRAKES. In view of the satisfactory running of the brakes on 8.B.V. in France we recommend the… | ||
| scan0071 | Brake ratio calculations and adjustments to correct insufficient front braking and locking rear brakes. | ||
| View original record | -2- With the designed ratios we had complaints of insufficient front brakes which were justified when the rear linings had to be replaced though the front were hardly worn. The pedal ratio then was -… | ||
| scan0072 | Alterations to equalizer and idler levers affecting pedal pressure and brake efficiency for specific chassis. | ||
| View original record | -3- Rm/JBD.14/JH.23.1.39. Both the above alterations are running on 8.B.V. now in France and are also fitted to 9.B.V. which give a pedal pressure of 70 to 80 lbs. to lock all four wheels. For the… | ||
| scan0073 | Issue of brakes pulling on the B.V. series cars and proposed modifications. | ||
| View original record | H06 To By. from Rm/AFM. c. Da. c. Da/DB. c. Rm/EJH. Rm/AFM.5/MH.23.1.39. BRAKES PULLING - B.V. SERIES. We would like to build a B.V. type car with hydraulic front brakes and much less out-of-centre… | ||
| scan0074 | Graph plotting the coefficient of friction against temperature for BZ lining in an R.R. drum. | ||
| View original record | CO-EFFICIENT OF FRICTION .4 .3 .2 .1 BZ LINING - R.R. DRUM TEMPERATURE - °C 0 0° 100° 200°C | ||
| scan0075 | Graph plotting the co-efficient of friction against temperature for B.Z. lining in an R.R. drum. | ||
| View original record | CO-EFFICIENT OF FRICTION ∙4 ∙3 ∙2 ∙1 0 0° 100° 200°C TEMPERATURE - °C B.Z. LINING - R.R. DRUM. | ||
| scan0076 | Analysis of the effects of increasing caster angle on vehicle handling, understeer, and cornering power. | ||
| View original record | GRY - Any comments Rm To Rm... from Da/DB. c. By. Da. Rm/AFM. c. Rm/FJH. Ev. Da/DB.26/N.3.2.39. Increased Caster Angle Without Increased Caster Offset, B.V. /406 With regard to Rm/AFM.5/MH.23.1.39, in… | ||
| scan0077 | Technical analysis of the effects of caster and Ackermann geometry on vehicle handling, specifically understeer and oversteer characteristics. | ||
| View original record | -2- Da/DB.26/N.3.2.39 Cont'd. Next we consider the effect of 6° caster on full lock, and here it is necessary also to consider the poor Ackermann layout of B.V. by which the outer wheel steering angle… | ||
| scan0078 | Graph comparing calculated versus measured steering, front slip, and rear slip angles against lateral acceleration. | ||
| View original record | FIG 1 STEERING { CALCULATED, MEASURED } FRONT SLIP { MEASURED, CALCULATED } REAR SLIP { MEASURED, CALCULATED } [ATTITUDE] LATERAL ACCELERATION % GRAVITY. Y-Axis Labels: 0, 1°, 2°, 3°, 4°, 5°, 6°, 7°,… | ||
| scan0079 | Two graphs illustrating vehicle steering and suspension characteristics, showing wheel inclination vs lock angle and oversteer/understeer vs lateral acceleration. | ||
| View original record | Fig.2 WHEEL INCLINATION IN RELATION TO CAR OUTWARDS INWARDS 6° 4° 2° 0° 1° 2° 6° CASTER, 3 1/2° SIDEWAYS LEAN 3/4° CASTER 3 1/2° SIDEWAYS LEAN INSIDE LOCK ANGLE 40° 30° 20° 10° STRAIGHT OUTSIDE LOCK… | ||
| scan0080 | Requesting the lining of Girling brake shoes for a Bentley V & 50. | ||
| View original record | 406 + 806 To HPS. Rm/JBD.5/JH.21.3.39. Bentley V & 50. Will you please line 4 of the Girling two leading shoe brakes which have just arrived with the VG.90 lining which I have supplied, and also 4… | ||
| scan0081 | Correcting the lengths between centres on the intermediate lever for the B.V. Front Intermediate Shafts. | ||
| View original record | H O 6. To Da. c. to By/CRL. Rm/JBD.7/JH.23.3.39. B.V. Front Intermediate Shafts. Owing to our error in my memo. Rm/JBD.14/JH.23.1.39. the lengths between centres on the intermediate lever to the front… | ||
| scan0082 | Technical memo detailing the results of tests on Bentley V. Brakes, focusing on servo lining performance and efficiency. | ||
| View original record | 406 To By. c. to Da. Rm/JBD.12/JH.27.3.39. Bentley V. Brakes. We have obtained the attached figures of loads in the brake mechanism using a pressometer to measure the load on the pedal and a Hydraulic… | ||
| scan0083 | Performance graph for the 9 B.V. front and rear brake system. | ||
| View original record | 9 B.V FRONT & REAR BRAKES EFFICIENCY TO FRONT = 71.5% @ 60 LBS ON PEDAL " " REAR = 83.5% @ 60 LBS " " " " REAR DIRECT = 75% @ " " FRONT WEDGE REAR WEDGE REAR DIRECT PEDAL LOAD TO LOCK LINING T.S.M.B… | ||
| scan0084 | Modified shield for the trigger mechanism on a Bentley V hand brake lever. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. 406. DA.3/G.27.3.39. BENTLEY V. HAND BRAKE. Please receive herewith blueprints of G.CD.1289, Modified Shield for Trigger Mechanism on Hand Brake Lever. The thickness has been increased to .064… | ||
| scan0085 | Drawing of a modified shield for a lower bell crank lever. | ||
| View original record | GCD1289 16SWG=.064" S/DS SECTION AA SECTION BB LOPGW.1957. GCD 446 MODIFIED SHIELD FOR LOWER BELL CRANK LEVER. GCD1289 JHS. 24/3/39. ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. PRINT ROOM MAR 27 1939 DERBY | ||
| scan0086 | Requesting a mock-up of a B.V. hand brake using steel tube. | ||
| View original record | 406 To HPS. Rm/JBD.3/JH.6.4.39. Hand Brake. We wish to mock up a B.V. hand brake in steel tube 3/4" outside diameter. We only require the radiused portion and the handle. We are handing a hand brake… | ||
| scan0087 | Modifications to the B.V. Chassis concerning a felt seal for the hand brake shaft. | ||
| View original record | BY/NS. c. Rm. 406. DA.5/G.6.4.39. B.V. CHASSIS. IMW Please receive herewith :- G.CD.1309 Felt Seal for Hand Brake Shaft. The felt ring and carrier are the only extra parts required. The bearing… | ||
| scan0088 | Diagram of a felt seal for a hand brake shaft. | ||
| View original record | GCD 1309 FELT RING NEW PIECE FELT CARRIER TO BE A PRESS FIT IN ITS HOUSING THESE PIECES HAVE BEEN MODIFIED. GCD 913 GCD 484 GCD 206 GCD 72 SCALE 1/1 FELT SEAL FOR HAND BRAKE SHAFT B V ROLLS-ROYCE LTD.… | ||
| scan0089 | File note regarding hydraulic front brakes. | ||
| View original record | 406 Da. Rm/JBD. 9/JH. 13.4.39 Hydraulic Front Brakes. file 666. + 1029. | ||
| scan0090 | Confirmation to omit the hand brake ratchet trigger shield on the first production Bentley V cars. | ||
| View original record | H 66 To Da. Rm/IM.15/JH.19.4.39. Bentley V. We wish to confirm that we agree that the shield over the hand brake ratchet trigger mechanism should be omitted on the first production cars, but that a… | ||
| scan0091 | Order for 12 B.V. Brake Springs with specific modifications. | ||
| View original record | H O 6. To Roy/Ms. from Rm/AFM. c. Roy/Les. Rm/AFM.5/MH.22.4.39. B.V. BRAKE SPRINGS. Will you please order 12 springs similar to GB.4360 but with fixed ends instead of loose ends. The whole of the wire… | ||
| scan0092 | Issues with the Bentley 5 hand brake lever shield getting choked with mud, leading to a decision to omit it. | ||
| View original record | BY/NS c.c. BY c.c. Rm. 406 DA.7/G.22.4.39. A.F.M. BENTLEY 5. HAND BRAKE LEVER. Referring to the shield for protecting the hand brake trigger mechanism on B.V. the experience during the 50,000 miles… | ||
| scan0093 | Parts list for the Bentley V Chassis rear and front brakes. | ||
| View original record | 406. Tele HRS. c. Rm. c.p. A/c Dept/AEM. By/Ald.1/AW.27.4.39. BENTLEY V CHASSIS. SECTION 6130 - REAR BRAKES. SECTION 7043 - FRONT BRAKES. Please receive herewith 2 prints of the following:- SCD.1280.… | ||
| scan0094 | Bearing pre-load and fitting difficulties with the split pin on Bentley 5 front brakes and hubs. | ||
| View original record | 466 To: BY/CRL. c. to Rm/Gry. c. to HPS/RH. BY/NS.3/MG.27.4.39 BENTLEY 5 FRONT BRAKES & HUBS. Pre-load of Angular Contact Bearing to be .002-1/2 Please put note covering this on the arrangement.… | ||
| scan0095 | List of prints for Bentley V Chassis components, primarily for the brake system. | ||
| View original record | 406. HBS. c. Rm. c. Mr/AFM. By/Ald.3/AW.27.4.39. BENTLEY V CHASSIS. SECTION 6180 - SERVO MOTOR & MECHANISM. SECTION 6181 - HYDRAULIC MASTER CYLINDER ASSEMBLY. SECTION 6081 - HAND BRAKE. SECTION 6091 -… | ||
| scan0096 | List of parts and their quantities required for a specific assembly, page 2. | ||
| View original record | -2- GB.5003. Support Bracket. - - - 1 off per set. GB.5004. Jaw - Master Cylinder - - - 1 off per set. The following parts will also be required for use with the above:- GB.3422. Pull Rod-Pedal to… | ||
| scan0097 | The replacement of the brake system, rear axle, and front hubs on a B.V. chassis. | ||
| View original record | 406 To HPS. from Rm/AFM. Rm/AFM.8/MH.1.5.39. BRAKES B.V. CHASSIS. With reference to By/Ald.3/AW.27.4.39 and By/Ald.1/AW.27.4.39. Will you arrange to fit these brakes to 7.B.V. This car has an obsolete… | ||
| scan0098 | The fitting of hydraulic brakes on B.V. and B.50 chassis. | ||
| View original record | 406 + 806. To HPS. Rm/JBD.3/JH.4.5.39. HYDRAULIC BRAKES. On the B.V. and B.50 chassis in which the 8 cylinder engine is fitted and where hydraulic front brakes are specified it is necessary to fit the… | ||
| scan0099 | Required attention points for the brakes on Bentley & Silver Wraith models. | ||
| View original record | 406 7666 To By. c. to Da. Rm/JBD.S/JH.3.6.39. Brakes - Bentley & Silver Wraith. The following points require attention - (1) There is no rubber grummet to steady the long rod between the servo cam… | ||
| scan0100 | Complaints of rattles in the drums of semi-floating axles, suggesting a modification for production. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/JBD.8/JH.3.6.39. With the semi floating axle where no stiffening plate is fitted to the dust cover we have had complaints of rattles in the drums. The axle fitted with the stiffened dust covers… | ||
| scan0101 | Fitment of an additional pull-off spring for B.V. Brakes to overcome damper friction. | ||
| View original record | 406 To By. c. to Da. Rm/JBD.3/JH.14.6.39. B.V. Brakes. We consider it will be advisable to fit an additional pull off spring on the front brake rod to overcome the friction load of the damper which… | ||
| scan0102 | The design and quotation for a Bentley V hand brake trigger operation using a Bowden cable. | ||
| View original record | BY/NS c. Rm. 4406 DA.10/G.15.6.39. BENTLEY V. HAND BRAKE TRIGGER OPERATION. We have submitted a design of Bowden cable operation to Bowden Ltd. and obtained their agreement to it, and have now… | ||
| scan0103 | Requesting a modification to the brake linings on a car for B.V. production. | ||
| View original record | 406. To HPS/RH. Rm/JBD.16/JH.12.7.39. 10.B.V. Brakes. We wish to keep one car with brake layout to B.V. production. Will you please fit BZ. RU. combination in the front brakes. They are at present… | ||
| scan0104 | Blueprints for the Bentley V chassis front brake expander unit. | ||
| View original record | File 406. To Rm. c. to Ev. Ev/HH.1/JH.25.3.40. Bentley V. Chassis. Front brakes Sec.7043. Brakes & Pivot for reduced out of centre Point to PD.388. Please receive herewith 3 blue prints of the… | ||
| scan0105 | Instructions for the chromium plating of brake expander units and other related modifications. | ||
| View original record | 406 800a To HPS/RH. Rm/MHR.11/JH.10.4.40. 4.B.50. Chromium Plating of Brake Expander Units. Will you please arrange to have the R.R. hydraulic expander units removed from 4.B.50. The 4 plungers… | ||
| scan0106 | Recommendations for adding B.V. Servo instructions and modifications to production drawings. | ||
| View original record | 406 To Ev. from Hm. Copy to Ev/Tln. Rm/HH. & Rm/Wym. Rm.4/ET.14.1.41. B.V SERVO. ----------------- Herewith Rm/MHR.'s recommendations for dealing with existing B.V cars. Instructions and information… | ||
| scan0107 | Brake and servo modifications for B.V cars to protect against snow, water, and oil ingress. | ||
| View original record | BRAKE MODIFICATIONS TO B.V CARS IN CUSTOMERS' HANDS 1. PROTECTION AGAINST SNOW AND WATER. The diametrical clearances of all pins in levers and the sideways clearances of all levers in jaws are to be… | ||
| scan0108 | Experimental car used by the transport department which sustained a destroyed clutch and cracked flywheel due to negligence. | ||
| View original record | 666a Mr. Barkworth. (Transport). Copy to Hs. 30-G-6 - EXPERIMENTAL CAR USED BY TRANSPORT. This is the car that has been used on the bus service between Derby and Belper. It was returned to the… | ||
| scan0109 | Combined hubs and drums in aluminium for 'B.V.' including weight comparisons and design specifications. | ||
| View original record | 406 To EV/JD. from Rm/GB. Copy to Rm. Hm/WHR. Rm/GB.9/ST.19.4.41. COMBINED HUBS AND DRUMS IN ALUM. FOR B.V. An iron liner has been cast in an alum. drum and run with apparent success. The alum. drum… | ||
| scan0110 | Changing the Bentley III bonnet material from aluminium to steel for cost-saving purposes. | ||
| View original record | To Da. from Rm/Std. c. to By. 200b. 405. Rm/Std.9/AP.6.12.37. BENTLEY III BONNET In view of the cost saving which is obtainable with a steel bonnet over an aluminium one and since this type of bonnet… | ||
| scan0111 | Scheme for the Bentley 111 bonnet, detailing the bonnet rest angle, face plate, and material changes. | ||
| View original record | BY/NS. C. RM. G. EV. DA.19/G.24.12.37. 2006 4.08 Hols RM/SRO BENTLEY 111. BONNET. Please receive herewith the following scheme :- F.CD.303 Bonnet Rest Angle and Face Plate. The above scheme shows the… | ||
| scan0112 | The specifications for the Bentley 111 bonnet. | ||
| View original record | PH/NS. 200b c. Rm. DA.15/G.3.1.38. BENTLEY 111. BONNET. 40s' how Rm/500 scheme :- Please receive herewith the following F.CD.328 Bonnet. The above drawing shews particulars of the bonnet top and side… | ||
| scan0113 | Alteration of bonnet rest strip slots for Wraith and B.III models. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Rm/Std. c. to By/CS. c. to By/HBB. 200B also. 605 405 Rm/Std.2/AP.25.1.38 We have taken up with Messrs.Ferodo Ltd., the question of the width of the special S.6891 bonnet rest strip for… | ||
| scan0114 | Order for bonnet rest strips for experimental Wraith and B.III cars. | ||
| View original record | 405 To HPS. from Rm/Std. 200B c. Roy. Rm/Std.3/AP.8.2.38 BONNET REST STRIP FOR EXPERIMENTAL CARS - WRAITH AND B.III. We have recently ordered (Rm/Std.7/AP.1.2.38) 100 ft. of Bon-Rest. S.6891 rest… | ||
| scan0115 | Instruction to fit stiffening pieces to a car bonnet due to excessive flexibility. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/Std. 1.B.III. BONNET. Examination of the bonnet on this car indicates that there is too much flexibility between the bonnet fasteners. Will you therefore fit stiffening pieces to… | ||
| scan0116 | Unsatisfactory bonnet on chassis 7.B.IV and requesting a replacement using specified materials. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/Std. Rm/Std.9/MH.2812.38. 200B 405. B.III BONNETS. The bonnet on the first B.III chassis 7.B.IV is not at all satisfactory in appearance and will produce an unfavourable impression as… | ||
| scan0117 | The procurement of top and side plates for the B.III Bonnet. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/Std. 405. Rm/Std.3/MH.1.3.38. [handwritten] 200B B.III BONNET. Further to our Rm/Std.9/MH.28.2.38, we think that it would be useful to obtain the top plates for the bonnet mentioned… | ||
| scan0118 | The unsatisfactory appearance of a Bentley III bonnet, attributing responsibility to the Drawing Office for incorrect material specification. | ||
| View original record | Std. what do you say about this Rm To Rm. from HPS. 2006 405 HPS.1/VS.4.3.38. BENTLEY III BONNETS. ? how Ru/STD Referring to Rm/Std.9/MH.28.2.38. We would point out that the unsatisfactory appearance… | ||
| scan0119 | Letter to a supplier regarding the manufacture of a sample bonnet, specifying materials and assembly methods. | ||
| View original record | 405 Rm/Std.11/MH. 4th. March 1938. Messrs. Hallam, Sleigh & Cheston Ltd., Widney Works, Bagot St., BIRMINGHAM, 4. For the attention of Mr.Booth. Dear Sirs, Referring to our telephone conversation of… | ||
| scan0120 | Letter concerning the standard of workmanship and finish for a car bonnet, including details on hinges and inspection. | ||
| View original record | -2- 4th. March 1938. We are particularly anxious that the standard of workmanship of this job should be representative of what we can expect from you as a production proposition. We do not need to… | ||
| scan0121 | To cancel instructions for a B.III steel bonnet and its parts. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/Std. 2006 405 Rm/Std.1/AP.5.3.38 Will you please cancel our instructions for a further B.III. steel bonnet as we are arranging for bonnet top plates and side plates to be supplied by… | ||
| scan0122 | Letter enclosing drawings for a Rolls-Royce Bentley 3 complete bonnet. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: ASTON CROSS 0914 (3 Lines) (PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE) TELEGRAMS: SUPERFINE BIRMINGHAM HALLAM, SLEIGH & CHESTON CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT, BRITISH AND FOREIGN RAILWAYS. MANUFACTURERS OF… | ||
| scan0123 | Letter discussing the proposed manufacture of a sample Bentley Bonnet with a supplier. | ||
| View original record | 205 200B 405- Rm/Std.9/MH. 10th. March 1938. Messrs. Hallam, Sleigh & Cheston Ltd., Widney Works, Bagot Street, BIRMINGHAM, 4. For the attention of Mr.Booth. Dear Sirs, Referring to our telephone… | ||
| scan0124 | Letter from a supplier confirming they have stopped work on a bonnet design and are awaiting modified drawings. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: ASTON CROSS 0914 (3 Lines) (PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE) TELEGRAMS: SUPERFINE BIRMINGHAM (Handwritten) 1076 / 405 HALLAM, SLEIGH & CHESTON CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT, BRITISH AND FOREIGN… | ||
| scan0125 | Procurement of special sheet steel for a car bonnet and the necessary paning treatment required. | ||
| View original record | Secret. 405 hwt Bwk/50 To Rm/Std.. from Ev. (Rm/Std is struck through) c. to Rm. c. to Roy/Ms. Da/Ev.1/N.15.3.38. Std What is the operation of paning likely to cost Rm Re: Steel for B.III. Bonnet LRy… | ||
| scan0126 | Modifications to fit a standard bonnet to a Bentley Chassis 2.B.5. | ||
| View original record | Secret. H O 5 To Da.. from Ev. c. to By. Rm. HPS. Rm/Std. Da/Ev.17/N.18.5.38. Bonnet for Bentley Chassis 2.B.5. It has been agreed that we make the plan view of the B.3. and B.50 bonnets identical, so… | ||
| scan0127 | Letter to a supplier confirming telephone conversations regarding Bentley radiator and bonnet components. | ||
| View original record | 405? Rm/Std.9/MH. Experimental Dept. 27th. May 1938. Messrs. Hallam, Sleigh & Cheston Ltd., Widney Works, Bagot Street, BIRMINGHAM 4. Dear Sirs, Confirming our telephone conversation with your… | ||
| scan0128 | Letter to a supplier regarding an unreceived Bentley bonnet and a proposed inspection. | ||
| View original record | 405a 605 Experimental Dept. Rm/Std.8/MH. 22nd. June 1938. Messrs. Hallam, Sleigh & Cheston Ltd., Widney Works, Bagot Street, BIRMINGHAM, 4. For the attention of Mr.Booth. Dear Sirs, We have not yet… | ||
| scan0129 | Official order for a modified Bentley bonnet from Hallam Sleigh & Cheston. | ||
| View original record | 405 To Roy/AW. Rm/Std.35/JH.18.8.38. Will you please send an official order to Messrs. Hallam Sleigh & Cheston for one Bentley bonnet complete to drawing ECD.328. This bonnet to be similar to one… | ||
| scan0130 | Bonnet design, comparing the Rover type to the orthodox type for B.III and B.50 models. | ||
| View original record | 405 also 805 . 1026 . To By. from Rm/Std. c. Da. c. HPS. c. Da/Ev. Rm/Std.1/WH.21.9.38. REPORT ON BONNETS - B.III & B.50. In connection with the various discussions re bonnets for B.III and B.50, and… | ||
| scan0131 | Comparison of cost, weight, and convenience between orthodox and Rover style bonnets. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/Std.1/AH.21.9.38. (4) From a weight and cost point of view there is little to choose between the orthodox and Rover bonnets provided both are in steel and that the latter is made as simple and… | ||
| scan0132 | Comparison and proposed revision of different bonnet designs and their suitability for various chassis. | ||
| View original record | -3- Rm/Std.1/MR.21.9.38. With regard to HPS.2/Vs.30.6.38, we would point out that a good deal of the information contained therein requires qualification. As regards numbers of parts it will be found… | ||
| scan0133 | Letter from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding a quotation and the dispatch of parts. | ||
| View original record | File Banner - BIII 405. DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Head Office & Works: 111 GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telegrams: DELREMIHYAT, SOWEST, LONDON. Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) Messrs. Rolls-Royce,… | ||
| scan0134 | Quotation from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. for the supply of various parts. | ||
| View original record | DELCO-REMY & HYATT LTD. Head Office & Works. Telegrams: DELREMYAT, SOWEST, LONDON. 111, GROSVENOR ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Telephones: VICTORIA 6242 (7 LINES) Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Limited, Derby. YOUR… | ||
| scan0135 | The bonnet for the Bentley 111, including layout and side fixings. | ||
| View original record | BY/NS. c. Rm. c. Da/Ev. c. Da/JD. 405. DA.1/G.13.10.38. H du P/STD BENTLEY 111. BONNET. Herewith are :- F.CD.888 Bonnet Layout. F.CD.931 Bonnet Side Fixings. (Top). F.CD.932 Bonnet Side Fixings.… | ||
| scan0136 | Scheme for a spot-welded stiffener for the bonnet catch on a Bentley 111. | ||
| View original record | BY/RS. (crossed out) c. Rm. c. Rm/Std. (crossed out) c. Ra/JD. (crossed out) 405 DA.5/G.19.10.38. hth STD Rhy/502 BENTLEY 111. BONNET. Please receive herewith the following scheme :- F.CD.933… | ||
| scan0137 | Scheme for modifying the Bentley 3 bonnet side fixing bracket and associated clips. | ||
| View original record | BY/NS c. Rm. c. Rm/Std. c. Da/JD. ---------------- 405- DA.10/G.18.10.38. BENTLEY 3. (3.B.5). BONNET. H.A.Ryfson Please receive herewith the following scheme :- F.CD.934 Mod. to Bracket - Bonnet side… | ||
| scan0138 | Scheme for a spot-welded stiffener for the Bentley 111 bonnet catch, which has been moved rearwards. | ||
| View original record | BY/MS. C. C. Rm/Std. Cr. De/ID. 405 DA.5/C.18.10.38. BENTLEY 111. BONNET. Please receive herewith the following scheme :- F.CD.933 Stiffener for Bonnet Catch. The above scheme shews a stiffener spot… | ||
| scan0139 | Scheme for a spring plate to assist in lifting the bonnet top plates for the Bentley 111. | ||
| View original record | BY/NS. c. Rm. e. Rm/Std. c. Da/JD. 405 DA.5/G.24.10.38. STD H W Rumbold BENTLEY 111. BONNET. Please receive herewith the following scheme :- F.CD.966 Spring for Bonnet Top Plates. Theabove scheme… | ||
| scan0140 | Instructions for fitting a Rover type bonnet at Park Ward's works, specifying the use of spot welding. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/Std. 405 Rm/Std.7/MH.5.11.38. 9.B.V. BONNET. In order to finally fit the Rover type bonnet up on this car it is necessary for the body to be fitted since the bonnet rests on the body… | ||
| scan0141 | Proposed change in bonnet fasteners for B.III & B.50 type cars to reduce cost. | ||
| View original record | 405 ako 805 To By/Ald. from Rm/Std. Rm/Std.7/MH.7.11.38. B.III & B.50 BONNET FASTENERS. The above cars are now fitted with "Rover" type bonnets, i.e.top plates separate from side plates, and one amal… | ||
| scan0142 | File note regarding the bonnet for B.III and B.50 models. | ||
| View original record | 405 Rm. By/Ald-2/G 2.12.38 B.III, B.50 Bonnet file 405 | ||
| scan0143 | The inspection of new Rover-type bonnet designs, detailing required modifications and criticisms. | ||
| View original record | 405 + 805 To Da. from Hm/Std. c. Sy. c. Da/JD. c. HPS. c. Sy/CS. c. Sy/Ald. BONNETS - B.V. AND B.70. The latest Rover type bonnet for B.V. (to FCD.888/931/932/933/934/960) has been detailed and two… | ||
| scan0144 | Technical memorandum detailing necessary modifications to a car bonnet design. | ||
| View original record | -2- (6) The edge turnover on the top plates, carrying the Ferodo rest strip, needs cutting away to clear the scuttle felt and the radiator bonnet rest angle. (7) On both 6.B.V. and 9.B.V. cars it has… | ||
| scan0145 | Listing parts required for the bonnet catch on Bentley 111 and Bentley 50 models. | ||
| View original record | WPS (crossed out) C. Rm. (crossed out) c. Rm/Std. (crossed out) 405 BY/Ald.2/C.E.12.38. BENTLEY 111. BENTLEY 50. RE: BONNET. Please receive herewith two blueprints of each of the following, detailed… | ||
| scan0146 | Schemes for the Bentley 5 bonnet, including side fixings, clips, and a modified valance strip. | ||
| View original record | BT/NS. c. Rm. c. De/VD. 405 DA.20/G.29.12.38. STEADMAN W'hd Rm/SM BENTLEY 5. BONNET. Please receive herewith the following schemes :- F.CD.1103 Bonnet Side Fixings. F.CD.1113 Bonnet Clips and Modified… | ||
| scan0147 | Scheme for the rear bonnet side fixings, detailing a spot-welded fixing and a rear eye attached with brackets. | ||
| View original record | PY/NS c. Rm. c. Da/JD 406 DA.3/G.2.1.34. SD W de Rmyson B.5. (10.B.5.). DASHBOARD AND BONNET. Please receive herewith the following scheme :- F.CD.1124 Bonnet Side Fixings - Rear. The above scheme… | ||
| scan0148 | Instructions regarding the position of bonnet clips for the Rover type bonnet on chassis 10.B.5. | ||
| View original record | BY/NS. c. Rm. c. Da/JD. 405 DA.12/G.9.1.39. STEADMAN CHASSIS 10.B.5. BONNET. Please receive herewith the following scheme :- F.CD.1139 Position of Bonnet Clips. The above scheme shews the position of… | ||
| scan0149 | Comparison of bonnet top hinge slopes between vehicle models B.2 and B.5, with proposed adjustments. | ||
| View original record | To Rm... from Da/Ev. c. Da. Da/JD. Rm/FD. 405 Da/Ev.7/N.10.2.39. B.5. Bonnet Top Hinge Slope. We agree that apart from any inaccuracy in the mounting of the body and the fit of the bonnet and radiator… | ||
| scan0150 | Bonnet and valance strips. | ||
| View original record | 405 Rm. Da. 1/G. 21.2.39. B.V. + B.50. Bonnet + Valance strips. see file 1026. | ||
| scan0151 | Order for Bentley B.V. bonnet parts from Messrs. Hallam, Sleigh & Cheston. | ||
| View original record | 405 To HPS. from Rm/FJH. Rm/FJH.7/MH.23.2.39. B.V. BONNETS. Will you please instruct Roy. to send an order to Messrs. Hallam, Sleigh & Cheston for 2 pairs of Bentley bonnet top plates to EB.3849/50… | ||
| scan0152 | Scheme for Bentley 5 bonnet and fittings, detailing adjustable side fixings and a more robust spring clip. | ||
| View original record | BY/NS c. Rm. c. De/ID. 405 DA.4/G.28.2.39. BENTLEY 5. BONNET AND FITTINGS. Please receive herewith the following scheme :- F.CD.1217 Bonnet Side Fixings. The above scheme shews the bonnet side fixings… | ||
| scan0153 | Memo regarding bonnets, cross-referencing another file. | ||
| View original record | Rm. 405 Da 10/9. 1.3.39. re bonnets. see file 1026, | ||
| scan0154 | Outlining the procedure for Messrs. Park Ward to produce B.5 bonnets, including List of Parts and drawing requirements. | ||
| View original record | HC5 BY. c. BY/NS. c. BY/SS. c. Rm. c. Rm/TD. c. De/NV. c. De/JB. DA.5/G.15.3.39. RE: B.5 BONNETS. As it has been decided that Messrs. Park Ward should produce the bonnets for production chassis, we… | ||
| scan0155 | Urgent request to check bonnet top plates received from a supplier against the drawing. | ||
| View original record | 405 HPS. from Rm/FJH. c.c. Rm/FD. Rm/FJH1/R.21.3.39. 10-B-V BONNET. We have received from Messrs. Hallam Sleigh & Cheston the bonnet top plates for 10 and 12 B.V. As these are to be fitted by Park… | ||
| scan0156 | Issues with the bonnets on Bentley V & 50 cars and proposing improvements. | ||
| View original record | 405 v 805 To By. From Rm/wym. c. DA. c. Da/I.V. c. Da/JD. Rm/wym.1/MH.30.3.39. BENTLEY V & 50 BONNETS. We have been looking into the bonnet question on B.V. and B.50 cars. First of all we would point… | ||
| scan0157 | Potential design improvements for bonnet fasteners and securing side plates, referencing Buick, Amal, and Rover designs. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/Wym.1/MH.30.3.39. We would also like something similar to the 1939 Buick bonnet fastener or the "Amal" single action, double ended fastener for locking the side plates in position, instead of… | ||
| scan0158 | Blueprint detailing the design of bonnet panels for the Bentley '50' and Rover '12' models. | ||
| View original record | BENTLEY '50' DELCO - CLIP A CLIP SPOT-WELDED TO BONNET PANEL 48.75" 16.75" .875" 1.00" 2.00" 25.00" 14.00" 12.00" 45.75" ROVER '12.' ROLLED STIFFENING FLANGE CLIP FLANGE STIFFENER FOR WING-NUT CLAMP… | ||
| scan0159 | Comparison of bonnet side panel mounting methods for Rover 12 and Bentley 50 vehicles. | ||
| View original record | THIS STAY GIVES NO INCREASED RIGIDITY FERODO 1.00" 2.00" FRONT MOUNTING FOR CLIP 'A' RADIATOR SIDE-STRIP RADIATOR R.H SIDE PANEL. 1.25" 1.00" .875 2.00" .110" FERODO FRONT MOUNTING FIXED DIRECTLY ON… | ||
| scan0160 | Schemes for the Chassis B.5 bonnet, including fasteners and plate suspension. | ||
| View original record | 405 Ed. BY/NS c. Rm c. Da/ID c. Rm/Wym c. Rm/Bd DA.4/G.21.4.39. CHASSIS B.5. BONNET. File Please receive herewith the following schemes :- F.CD.1304 Amal One Shot Fastener. F.CD.1320 Side Plate… | ||
| scan0161 | Scheme for adding and increasing the size of stiffeners on the Bentley 5 bonnet. | ||
| View original record | BY/NS. c. Rm. c. Rm/Mr.Edwards. c. De/JD. 405 DA.5/G.8.6.39. WYMAN File BENTLEY 5. BONNET. Please receive herewith the following scheme :- F.CD.1401 Bonnet Catch Stiffeners. The above scheme shews… | ||
| scan0162 | Production and sourcing of bonnet parts for chassis B.5, specifying components made by Park Wards. | ||
| View original record | H05 BT/NS. c. Ba. c. Rm. c. ROY/Les. c. Da/JD. BY.1/G.13.6.39. EDWARDS PRODUCTION B.5. BONNET. To simplify the ordering of the bonnet parts for the above chassis, Messrs. Park Wards could obtain the… | ||
| scan0163 | The supply of additional bonnet parts in conjunction with Messrs. Park Ward. | ||
| View original record | 405 BY/NS. c. Da. [crossed out] c. Rm. [crossed out] c. ROY/Les. [crossed out] c. Da/JD. [crossed out] BY.1/G.24.6.39. PRODUCTION B.5. BONNET. Further to memo BY.1/G.13.6.39. we have considered this… | ||
| scan0164 | Note concerning B.V. Bonnet fasteners, with a cross-reference to file 1026. | ||
| View original record | Les. 405. Rm/Ed. 6/SH. 4.7.39. B.V. Bonnet fasteners. see file 1026. | ||
| scan0165 | Instruction to add two clips to the bonnet for a Bentley 5, following a recommendation from Messrs. Park Ward. | ||
| View original record | 405 BY/NS. c. Rm. c. Da/JD. DA.5/G.12.7.39. BENTLEY 5. BONNET. When fitting the bonnet to 8.B.5. Messrs. Park Ward found it an advantage to add two clips on the lower edge of the bonnet, to clip over… | ||
| scan0166 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding blueprints for Bentley V. Bonnets and the unavailability of stock. | ||
| View original record | 405 c. to Rm. c. to Rm/FD. Ev/JD.15/JH. 19th. March, 1940. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, LONDON.N.W.10. For the attention of Mr. Ward. Dear Sirs, Bentley V. Bonnets. We send… | ||
| scan0167 | Visit to Body Motor Panels in Coventry regarding issues with Bentley V bonnet assembly and parts. | ||
| View original record | F Dodd 405 See me Jm To Rm. c. to Mr. Green, c. to Les. Ev/JD.14/JH.19.3.40. BENTLEY V. BONNETS. VISIT TO BODY MOTOR PANELS AT COVENTRY. At Messrs. Park Ward's request accompanied by Mr. Green, I… | ||
| scan0168 | Bonnet assembly issues, including requests for drawings and component improvements. | ||
| View original record | -2- Ev/JD.14/JH.19.3.40. EB.4985 - Bracket - LTHP Front. EB.4986 - " - RTHP Front. EB.4987 - Bracket - LTHP Rear. EB.4988 - " - RTHP Rear. (4) We asked the production detail office several times for a… | ||
| scan0169 | Production arrangements for Bentley V. Bonnets with coachbuilder Park-Wards. | ||
| View original record | 405 To Ev/JD. c. to Rm. Les.11/B.4.4.40. BENTLEY V. BONNETS. Ev/JD.14/JH.19.3.40. We understand that the final arrangement with regards to Bentley V. Bonnet and accessories is that Park-Wards should… | ||