Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Parts list and request for blueprints concerning the Bentley 111 Chassis front axle and shock damper. | ||
| View original record | HPS. c. Rm. c. Rm/Les. 402. BY/Ald.6/G.17.3.38. BENTLEY 111. CHASSIS. FRONT AXLE (1.D.W.S.) SECTION 7040. FRONT SHOCK DAMPER. SECTION 7160. Please receive herewith two blueprints of each of the… | ||
| scan0002 | Listing required and non-required parts for a Bentley 111 front axle experiment. | ||
| View original record | HBS. G. Rm. c. Rm/FJH. 401. BY/Ald.3/G.22.3.38. BENTLEY 111. FRONT AXLE. SECTION 7040. Please receive herewith two blueprints of each of the following :- S.CD.505 Ball Bearing - Lower Pivot. 2 off.… | ||
| scan0003 | Parts list and instructions for an experiment on the Bentley 111 front axle. | ||
| View original record | H.S. c. Rm. c. Rm/E.H. 401. BENTLEY 111. FRONT AXLE. SECTION 7040. Please receive herewith two blueprints of each of the following :- S.CD.505 Ball Bearing - Lower Pivot. 2 off. Ex.S.617 Lower Race. 2… | ||
| scan0004 | Replacement parts and blueprints for the Bentley 111 front axle. | ||
| View original record | HPS. c. Rm. c. AFM/RM. 401 BY/Ald.15/g.21.6.38. SECTION 7040. FRONT AXLE. BENTLEY 111. Please receive herewith two blueprints of each of the following :- Ex.S.821 Bush - Axle Yoke 2 off/set. Ex.S.822… | ||
| scan0005 | Modification to the front axle pivot pin lubrication for Bentley III & Bentley 50 models. | ||
| View original record | 401 To HP'S. c.c. By c.c. LMG/GAN c. Rm/AFM. FJH BY/HEB.1/WB.30.6.38. BENTLEY III & BENTLEY 50. FRONT AXLE (I.F.W.S.) - SEC : 7040. MOD. LUBRICATION - FRONT AXLE PIVOT PIN. Please receive herewith… | ||
| scan0006 | Parts list for the Bentley 111 front axle and front brakes. | ||
| View original record | HDS (crossed out) c. Rm. c. Rm/ATM. (crossed out) BY/Ald.20/G.5.10.38. BENTLEY 111. 401 SECTION 7040. FRONT AXLE. SECTION 7043. FRONT BRAKES. Please receive herewith two blueprints of each of the… | ||
| scan0007 | List of parts with their part numbers, descriptions, and quantities required. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - BY/Ald.20/G.5.10.38. FW.342 Washer - Fulcrum Pin. 2 off. K.9009 Nut " " 2 off. K.4313 S.Washer " " 2 off. G.56277 Washer " " 2 off. KB.3589 Castle Nut " " 2 off. K.4608 S.Pin " " 2 off. FB.3056… | ||
| scan0008 | Parts requirements for the Bentley 111 hydraulic front axle and brakes. | ||
| View original record | 401 HPS. c. Rm. c. Rm/AFM. BY/Ald.25/G.11.11.38. BENTLEY 111. HYDRAULIC OPERATION. SECTION 7040. FRONT AXLE. SECTION 7043. FRONT BRAKES. Please receive herewith two blueprints of each of the following… | ||
| scan0009 | Instruction memo detailing parts for a Bentley 111 hydraulically operated front brake system. | ||
| View original record | 401 HPS. c. Rm. c. Rm/AEM. BY/Ald.24/G.11.11.38. BENTLEY 111. (GIRLING OPERATION). SECTION 7040. FRONT AXLE. SECTION 7043. FRONT BRAKES. Please receive herewith two blueprints of each of the following… | ||
| scan0010 | Camshaft recommendation for the Bentley III unit, comparing it with the standard camshaft. | ||
| View original record | 407 To Da. from Rm/Swdl. 200 B Rm/Swdl.4/AP.14.10.37. BENTLEY III. CAMSHAFT. Regarding a camshaft for the above unit we recommend that a shaft in accordance with the valve lift curve LeC.5426 be used.… | ||
| scan0011 | Modifications to the camshaft, rocker ratio, and valve train for Wraith III and Bentley III models. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/Swdl.4/AP.14.10.37. (a) we wish to retain the reduced rocker ratio of Wraith III. to avoid the trouble hitherto experienced with the high ratio. As the top speed power is more necessary on… | ||
| scan0012 | The specifications and suitability of a camshaft for a Bentley 111. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm/Swdl. BENTLEY 111 - CAMSHAFT. Please receive herewith E.CD.167 Inlet and Exhaust Cam Form - Bentley lll. This cam form gives the same valve lift curve as shown on LeC.5426 in accordance with the… | ||
| scan0013 | Spring-loaded thrust plunger for the camshaft on Wraith III and Bentley 111 models. | ||
| View original record | DI/NO. [struck through] c. Rm. [struck through] 200.B [handwritten] DMS [handwritten] H07 [handwritten] WRAITH 111 and BENTLEY 111 - SPRING LOADED THRUST PLUNGER FOR CAMSHAFT. Please receive herewith… | ||
| scan0014 | Request to design and create drawings for an alternative camshaft for B.III. | ||
| View original record | By. from Rm. c. Da. c. HPS. 407 Rm8/R.12.4.38. ALTERNATIVE CAMSHAFT FOR B.III. We should like to try an alternative camshaft for B.III for reasons given in the attached report. The necessary cam forms… | ||
| scan0015 | Camshaft performance and proposed modifications for the B.III engine unit. | ||
| View original record | By. from Rm/Swdl. SECRET Rm/Swdl.2/AP.12.4.38 c. Da. c. HFS. CAMSHAFT - B.III. As shown in our previous report, the B.III. unit, although developing the same maximum power (open exhaust) as the… | ||
| scan0016 | Summary of test results regarding engine valve timing for optimal power across different speeds. | ||
| View original record | -2- The attached curve shows overlap diagrams. Previous tests have shown that - (a) For good top power effective closing of exhaust valve on heavy acceleration should be after T.D.C. (b) Overlap… | ||
| scan0017 | Graph comparing valve overlap and timing positions for different camshaft designs. | ||
| View original record | T.D.C. .055 .050 VALVE OVERLAP WITH CORRECT TIMING POSITIONS .045 .040 .035 .030 .025 .020 .015 VALVE LIFT INS. .010 .005 INLET OPENINGS EXHAUST CLOSINGS CRANK ANGLE ① BENTLEY (E.B. 1085) CAMSHAFT… | ||
| scan0018 | Requesting a trial of a new camshaft with a different firing order for a Bentley III. | ||
| View original record | 407. To By/ALD. Rm/Swdl.2/JH.13.5.38. BENTLEY III CAMSHAFT. We wish to try a camshaft with a firing order of 1,3,5,6,4,2, in comparison with the normal order of 1,4,2,6,3,5. This will necessitate only… | ||
| scan0019 | Requesting a test on a new B.III camshaft and for the necessary cam form drawing to be urged. | ||
| View original record | 407. By. from Rm. Rm15/R.4.5.38. B.III CAMSHAFT. We should like to get a test on this new camshaft before the first B.III goes to France in order that we can be sure of doing the running on the best… | ||
| scan0020 | Scheme for modifications to the Bentley III camshaft. | ||
| View original record | 407. By/ALD. from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl/R.16.5.38. BENTLEY III CAMSHAFT. Will you please detail a scheme to cover the following which we intend to try out. The modifications are in respect of the cast… | ||
| scan0021 | Camshaft dimensions, camwheel material, and associated drawings. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/Swdl.1/R.16.5.38. Camshaft diameters between bearings and cams. Side faces of cams and bearings. (4) Metal camwheel to suit the above camshaft. We understand that the Midland Cyl. Co. produce a… | ||
| scan0022 | Specifications and changes for an alternative camshaft for the Bentley 111. | ||
| View original record | BY/WS. c. Rm. c. Rm/Swdl. c. BY/B. 407 Hives DA.5/G.17.5.38. BENTLEY 111. ALTERNATIVE CAMSHAFT. Please receive herewith E.CD.673 Valve Lift Curves - Faster Opening Toe, Longer Duration Exhaust -… | ||
| scan0023 | Blueprints for a Bentley 111 camshaft, Ex.S.759. | ||
| View original record | 407 H.P.S. c. Rm. c. Rm/Swdl. BY/Ald.1/G.21.5.38. BENTLEY 111. CAMSHAFT - SECTION 5090. Please receive herewith two blueprints of the following :- Ex.S.759 Camshaft. This drawing is in accordance with… | ||
| scan0024 | Requesting the production of a camshaft with specific design parameters. | ||
| View original record | 407 To HPS. from Rm/Swdl. c. Rm/IMW. c. Rm/FD. Rm/Swdl.7/MH.21.6.38. CAMSHAFTS ( B.III.) Will you please produce a camshaft as follows. Exhaust form to ECD.681. Inlet form to ECD.682. Exhaust cam to… | ||
| scan0025 | New blueprints for a Camshaft L.O.P. for the Bentley III Chassis, section 5090. | ||
| View original record | TO HPS. (struck through) c. Rm/Swdl. c. RHC/Wld. c. RHC/TS. HOY. File BY/CS6/EH.13.10.38. Re Bentley III Chassis. Camshaft - Section 5090. Specification Rm/Swdl.4/MH.17.9.38. - File 40a Please receive… | ||
| scan0026 | Requesting instructions for a new Bentley III camshaft for maximum power experiments. | ||
| View original record | 407 To HPS. from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.2/MH.17.10.38. BENTLEY III CAMSHAFT. We wish to try some maximum power experiments and would like you to instruct for a camshaft as follows. The master forms are… | ||
| scan0027 | Requesting the instruction of three sets of blueprints for Bentley 111 camshaft components. | ||
| View original record | HPS. Rm. Rm/Swdl. HOY BY/Ald.15/G.14.12.38. BENTLEY 111 CAMSHAFT - SECTION 5090. Please receive herewith two blueprints of each of the following :- Ex.S.1309 Camshaft Gear. 1 off. Ex.S.1310 Hub -… | ||
| scan0028 | Index card listing file references for Wraith engine characteristics, camshafts, and Humber Super Snipe data. | ||
| View original record | 404. By. { Rm. 3/R. 13.1.39 { Rm/CTS. 5/JH. 16.1.39 { Rm/TAS. 2/JH. 16.1.39 { Rm/FD 1/JH. 16.1.39. Wraith Engine Characteristics Camshafts. Humber Super Snipe Windage Humber Super Snipe Data in file… | ||
| scan0029 | Update to the Bentley V Camshaft EB.3466. | ||
| View original record | 404. Tp By/CS. from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.10/MH.2.3.39. BENTLEY V CAMSHAFT. Regarding the camshaft EB.3466 which we instructed for the above chassis, will you please bring this up to date in respect of the… | ||
| scan0030 | Wear on the I/C shaft end thrust plunger, requesting two new plungers with a hardened finish. | ||
| View original record | 404 Camshaft To HPS/ from Rm/Swdl. c. HPS/RH. c. By/Ald. Rm/Swdl.6/MH.3.6.39. In conjunction with the trial of the I/C shaft running direct in the crankcase, some wear has developed on the end thrust… | ||
| scan0031 | Blueprints for a new hardened steel camshaft thrust plunger for the Bentley 111 chassis. | ||
| View original record | 407 c. Rm. [strikethrough]cynthia/Swdl.[/strikethrough] By/Ald.1/AW.13.6.39. BENTLEY 111 CHASSIS. CAMSHAFT - SECTION 5090. Please receive herewith two blueprints of the following drawing:- EXS.1767.… | ||
| scan0032 | Recommended flywheel timing markings for the B.V. model. | ||
| View original record | γ.407. To By/NS. from Rm/Swdl. c. By/CS. Rm/Swdl.2/MH.6.7.39. B.V. TIMING DIAGRAM. Further to your enquiry regarding the flywheel timing markings for production B.V. we recommend the following as… | ||
| scan0033 | The failure of a lightened Camwheel, including total running times. | ||
| View original record | 407 To Rm. from HPS/RH. c. Rm/Ev. c. Rm/HH. c. Rm/CTS. HPS/RH.3/SW.16.5.40. Camwheel EB.3955/6 Mod to Rm.619. Herewith photographs showing failure of the above lightened Camwheel. Running times as… | ||
| scan0034 | Photograph of a shattered camwheel after a test bed run. | ||
| View original record | CAMWHEEL RM.619. (EB.3955/6 MOD.) TEST BED RUNNING TIME: FULL THROTTLE = 19 HRS. 30 MINS. PART THROTTLE = 4 " 35 " TOTAL 24 HRS. 5 MINS. | ||
| scan0035 | Comparison photograph of two different flywheel designs, one solid and one with lightening holes. | ||
| View original record | EB 3955-6. Rm. 619. | ||
| scan0036 | Tyre trouble being experienced on the 'Corniche' model. | ||
| View original record | H009 SECRET. Sg. from Rm. Hs. c. Ev. Rm5/R.1.8.39. TYRES ON THE 'CORNICHE'. You will note from the Daily Report dated 27/7/39 that a certain amount of tyre trouble is being experienced on the… | ||
| scan0037 | Secret internal memo discussing dangerous failures of Avon tyres on the Corniche model and considering standardization with Dunlop tyres. | ||
| View original record | H509. Secret. -> S/W....Rm. c. to HS. ------- C11/C1.8.39 Re 14-B-V...Corniche. Sg. and I have seen your Daily Report of the 26th July concerning the tyres, which appear to have thrown their treads at… | ||
| scan0038 | Providing guidance on the content of daily reports for the 'Corniche' car, particularly regarding tyre testing and other engineering issues. | ||
| View original record | 4009 Rm/IMW. from Rm. France. Rm2/R.1.8.39. 'CORNICHE' We have read with interest your reports on the handling of the car. We should like you to exercise your discretion in the statements you make in… | ||
| scan0039 | The hand ignition control distributor moving under braking. | ||
| View original record | .4009. Rm/IMW. from Rm. Rm6/R.1.8.39. HAND IGNITION CONTROL. We note what you say with regard to hand ignition control in your note of the 30th July. We feel that the simplest way of dealing with this… | ||
| scan0040 | Issue of main battery leads burning and potential rerouting solutions. | ||
| View original record | Hoo9+ 66ba Rm/LMW. from Rm. Rm10/R.1.8.39. 14.B.V. & 30.G.VII. Main Battery Leads. With reference to your note of the 25th July, re battery leads, we have gone into the question very thoroughly, and… | ||
| scan0041 | Requesting a test on standard 6.50 x 16 Dunlop tyres on the Streamline car. | ||
| View original record | H50q. Rm/IMW. from Rm. Rm1/R.2.9.39. Attached is a copy of a note I have received from Cowen. This illustrates the effect which your Daily Reports have on a non-technical mind. I should like you to… | ||
| scan0042 | Secret internal memorandum discussing tyre testing and performance for the 'Corniche' model. | ||
| View original record | 4009 SECRET. W/S. C. from Rm. Rm2/R.2.8.39. 14-B-V 'CORNICHE'. Sg. In view of the fact that our testers in France are recording their tyre tests in the Daily Reports, the results they are obtaining do… | ||
| scan0043 | Schemes and modifications for the Bentley 5. Corniche exhaust system. | ||
| View original record | WYLTON Rice Rm 400C - HY/NS. c. Re. c. Da/Me.S. c. Da/JB. DA.S/G.3.S.38. BENTLEY 5. CORNICHE. EXHAUST SYSTEM. Please receive herewith the following schemes :- F.CD.1468 (2 sheets) Rear Silencers -… | ||
| scan0044 | Ventilation issues of the 'Corniche' and plans for a new 8-cylinder Paulin chassis. | ||
| View original record | 4509. W/P. Sr. from Rm. Rm8/R.4.8.39. I consider that the worst feature of the 'Corniche' from the customer's point of view is the ventilation. I hope that you will not hesitate to use the car at… | ||
| scan0045 | Tyre test results, body suitability, and modifications to the ventilation system. | ||
| View original record | 4009. Rm/IMW. from Rm. Rm6/R.4.8.39. We hope that you are sending back the various tyres, the treads of which have been thrown on your tests. We are more interested in the general suitability of the… | ||
| scan0046 | Tyre tread separation and inquiring about tyre types used on other high-performance cars. | ||
| View original record | Secret S/W Rm. H509. Re 14-B-V...Corniche. Rm2/R2.8.39 C3/C4.8.39 I am interested to note what you say regarding the India tyre shedding its tread at 3 miles. What tyres did you use when Eyston did… | ||
| scan0047 | Suspension issues for two cars, including torque arm fouling and a request for spare rubbers. | ||
| View original record | 4009 + 666a To. Rm c. Rm/AFM. CHATEAUROUX. 7/5.8.39. 30.G.VII. & I4.B.V. SUSPENSION. The torque arms foul the rebound stop brackets. on full bump. This occurs on both cars. The brackets require… | ||
| scan0048 | Telegram postponing wing repairs for a Corniche following a non-serious accident. | ||
| View original record | 4509. 6/8/39 ROBOTHAM PARKLEYS DUFFIELD (Angleterre) POSTPONE SENDING FITTER WING REPAIRS NECESSARY FOLLOWING ACCIDENT CORNICHE NOTHING SERIOUS REPORT IN POST WALLER I.M. Waller Hotel De France… | ||
| scan0049 | Accident report for a Bentley car involved in a collision with a bus in France. | ||
| View original record | 4509. To. Rm. c. Mr. Lomas. (crossed out) c. Sr. (crossed out) c. Mr. Parsons (Paris) (crossed out) CHATEAUROUX. 3/6.8.39. I4.B.V.- BENTLEY. This car was involved in a collision with a bus at La… | ||
| scan0050 | Axle ratios for the 'Corniche' model based on tests for directional stability. | ||
| View original record | 450c. RHC. from Rm. c. By. c. RHC/McC. Rm2/R.7.8.39. AXLE RATIOS FOR THE 'CORNICHE'. Tests in France have indicated that in order to get directional stability we may go to a larger size of tyre on the… | ||
| scan0051 | Responding to various points on vehicle testing, including tyres, ventilation, and engine controls. | ||
| View original record | 450g & 66ba To. Rm. CHATEAUROUX. 3/7.8.39. 30.G.7. & I4.B.V. Thank you for your various memos of the Ist, 2nd, and 4th inst. I) Battery Leads. You will be able to see when these cars return if the… | ||
| scan0052 | List of repairs, part requests, and modifications for experimental vehicles. | ||
| View original record | ( 2 ) 4/7.8.39. We are then going to fit up a pivot type radiator mount and also try your experiment with solid front engine mounting. Will you please send us a new front exhaust manifold It has… | ||
| scan0053 | Tyre performance during high-speed Autobahn tests for the 'Corniche' model. | ||
| View original record | H509 SECRET. W/S. C. from Rm. Rm2/R.7.8.39. 'CORNICHE'. Replying to C3/C4.8.39., in our tests on the Autobahn we used Dunlop Road Racing tyres. Every time we were going to do a long burst of speed, we… | ||
| scan0054 | Modifications and outstanding issues for the Corniche model at Châteauroux. | ||
| View original record | To. Rm. c. EV. c. Sr. Paris c. EWP. " c. Rm/FD. [handwritten] 4509 CHATEAUROUX. 5/7.8.39. [handwritten] By. The ventilation is the serious problem still Rm [handwritten] Seen By 14/8/39 I4.B.V. -… | ||
| scan0055 | Improvements and outstanding issues on a vehicle, covering noise levels, steering, ventilators, and water leaks. | ||
| View original record | ( 2 ) Improvement in the general noise level but the result is still rather disappointing. It should be noted that the floor is not right clear off the cross as on standard B.V. but rests on soft… | ||
| scan0056 | Faults and modifications on various car components. | ||
| View original record | ( 3 ) 13) Roof Trimming. This was a detail fault and is now alright. 14) Air Trunk Ventilation. Special transverse ventilation tube definite improvement with offside trunk only working. The nearside… | ||
| scan0057 | Short typed message regarding the despatch of a fitter to Chateauroux, France. | ||
| View original record | 4509. 8.8.39. WALLER VINGT-ET-UN CHATEAUROUX FRANCE. CAN WE DESPATCH FITTER TODAY ROBOTHAM. Robotham | ||
| scan0058 | A discrepancy between a confirmation telegram and a phone version of a message. | ||
| View original record | A 509. RM - Important Please note confirmation telegram differs from phone version. This will be taken up with P.O. D 1 Mar. 9 '34 | ||
| scan0059 | Telegram reporting that the Robotham Corniche was badly smashed. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAM Charges to pay s. d. RECEIVED PM 4 22 No. 192 OFFICE STAMP Prefix. Time handed in. Office of Origin and Service Instructions. Words. 4-30 m TS m 50 code dali From 250 CC 1500 8… | ||
| scan0060 | Telegram received by telephone regarding a badly smashed Cornish vehicle. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 144A-81a08 13.1.39 WHK ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. Handwritten top right: H S 3, C.P.D., 4009 TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 4.30pm Date: 8.8.39 To: Roycar By: JB from: Issoudun Indre 15.00… | ||
| scan0061 | The Corniche and chassis 30.G.VII. | ||
| View original record | 400g. IMW. Rm.1/R. 8.8.39 Re Corniche & 30.G.VII file 666a. | ||
| scan0062 | Listing details of failed tyres with loose treads despatched for inspection from Châteauroux. | ||
| View original record | 4009. To. Rm. CHATEAUROUX. 4/8.8.39. TYRES. We have despatched the following tyres with loose treads for your inspection. All these failed while running mileage from Châteauroux. Dunlop Rayon 4 Ply… | ||
| scan0063 | Enclosing Rose's report on the accident of I4.B.V. | ||
| View original record | 400g. To. Rm. CHATEAUROUX. 5/9.8.39. We enclose herewith Rose's report on the accident of I4.B.V.which occurred yesterday. Rm/IMW. Hundaller. | ||
| scan0064 | Accident report for a Bentley car which skidded and rolled over to avoid a collision. | ||
| View original record | To. Rm. C. CHATEAUROUX. 9.8.39. REPORT OF ACCIDENT TO BENTLEY I4.B.V. On the 8th August 1939 at about 12.15 p.m. I was driving towards Issoudun at high speed, the road being perfectly straight and… | ||
| scan0065 | Accident involving the Corniche model, including driver's injuries, a witness account, and initial damage assessment. | ||
| View original record | 4509 To. Rm. c. Mr. Lomas [crossed out] CHATEAUROUX. 4/9.8.39. 14.B.V.- CORNICHE. Further to our wire and telephone conversation yesterday evening, we are sorry to report that the Corniche was badly… | ||
| scan0066 | Tests on the hand ignition control system and distributor modifications after encountering issues. | ||
| View original record | 4009 To. Rm. c. Da/McS CHATEAUROUX. 3/9.8.39. I4.B.V. Hand Ignition Control. Further to our memo 4/30.7.39, and in reply to your Rm6/R.I.8.39, we proceeded to try as an alternative, your suggestion of… | ||
| scan0067 | Lubrication of rear road springs to prevent creaking. | ||
| View original record | 4009 + 666a. To Mr. Waller, Hotel de France, Chateauroux, Indre, FRANCE. Rm/AFM.9/JH.9.8.39. Rear Road Spring Creaks. If a suitable opportunity presents itself will you please fill the grooves in the… | ||
| scan0068 | Car crash involving the 'Corniche' model and subsequent repair plans. | ||
| View original record | 4009. SECRET. Sg. from Rm. Hs. c. Ey. Rm1/R.9.8.39. 14-B-V. We have received the following wire from Waller:- "ROBOTHAM CORNICHE BADLY SMASHED THIS MORNING PLEASE PHONE 21 AFTER SEVEN THIRTY TONIGHT… | ||
| scan0069 | Private memo detailing a telegram about a car being badly smashed in France. | ||
| View original record | 4009. PRIVATE. D/L. from Rm. Rm2/R.9.8.39. 14.B.V. We have received the following wire from Waller dated 8/8/39:- "ROBOTHAM CORNISH BADLY SMASHED THIS MORNING "PLEASE PHONE 21 AFTER SEVEN THIRTY… | ||
| scan0070 | Crashed car, its 8-week repair time, and the impact on the upcoming Earls Court Show. | ||
| View original record | S/W....Rm. c. to Hs. c. to BY. SECRET 400g. C7/C10.8.39 Re 14-B-V. Rm1/R9.8.39. I am very sorry to hear that this car has had a bad smash; I am very glad to note, however, that the driver was not… | ||
| scan0071 | Instruction memo for ordering alternative 10/41 rear axle gears for the Bentley 5 'Corniche' EX 'A' Series. | ||
| View original record | 400c. To: By/GRL Rm. HPS. HPS/RH RHC/GMcC BY/NS.7/MG.11.8.39 BENTLEY 5. 6 'CORNICHE' EX. "A" SERIES REAR AXLE. In accordance with Rm2/R7.8.39, will you please instruct 6 sets of 10/41 gears: GB.4901 -… | ||
| scan0072 | Follow-up memo chasing the return of two Bentley badges sent for modification to fit the Corniche model. | ||
| View original record | HSDC. (Handwritten) W/Levallois To: Sr. (Struck through) c. Rm (Struck through) c. Da/EB (Struck through) HY/NS9/MG.11.8.39 BENTLEY 5. CORNICHE Under cover of Memo BY/NS7/MG.28.7.39 we sent you two… | ||
| scan0073 | The arrival and necessary work for wheel discs for the Corniche model. | ||
| View original record | 450c + 137b ? To By/NS. c. to By/CRL. Rm/Gry.8/JH.11.8.39. Wheel - Corniche. The outer discs have arrived and a sample has been handed to CRL. so that drawings can be made. The wheels, which have been… | ||
| scan0074 | Accident involving the 'Corniche' car, its impact on the Paris Salon exhibition, and driver negligence. | ||
| View original record | 4009 + 666a Rm/IMW. from Rm. France. Rm4/R.11.8.39. We have decided that it will be impossible to get the 'Corniche' back on the road in time to do much running on it before the Paris Salon. For this… | ||
| scan0075 | Cover memo for a report on an accident involving the Streamline car 14.B.V. | ||
| View original record | 4509. Hs. from Rm. c. D. Rm3/R.11.8.39. REPORT ON ACCINDENT TO 14.B.V. Attached is a copy of a report which we have had on the accident to the Streamline car. Rm. | ||
| scan0076 | Request to replace a smashed Corniche frame and to contact John Thompsons. | ||
| View original record | 4009 + 1010 To Les. Rm.14/JH.12.8.39. EXPERIMENTAL FRAMES. We require a Corniche frame to replace the one smashed up in France as soon as ever possible. Will you please get into touch with John… | ||
| scan0077 | Telegram confirming travel arrangements for a Mr. Robotham on a night cargo boat from Dieppe to Newhaven. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAM Charges to pay RECEIVED 51 No. 4009 OFFICE STAMP 0467 TS Prefix. Time handed in. Office of Origin and Service Instructions. Words. DERBY 12 AUG 39 From 443 CC 1725 12 CHATEAUROUX… | ||
| scan0078 | Request for a description of the 'Corniche' special streamline saloon chassis for inclusion in a new Bentley catalogue. | ||
| View original record | 400c S/W Rm...from Bkl. Bkl.1/14.8.39 Special streamline saloon "Corniche" In the new Bentley catalogue we shall be dealing with this car, and it is suggested that we have a special page dealing with… | ||
| scan0079 | Telegram advising that a chassis has arrived at Newhaven and is awaiting customs clearance. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAM 4509 Charges to pay RECEIVED 6.20 am From: Bn Prefix. Time handed in. 5.30. Office of Origin and Service Instructions. Newhaven. Sussex. A. Rail. Words. 17. To: Experimental Dept.… | ||
| scan0080 | Cover memo attaching the specification for the 6 'Corniche' chassis. | ||
| View original record | Rm. Da. RHC. RHC/AML. RHC/Wld. HPS. D. Dept. E. Dept. F. Dept. G. Dept. BY/Ald. Les. 400c BY.13/G.16.8.39. BENTLEY 5. 6 CORNICHE ex 'A' SERIES. Attached hereto is a copy of the specification of the 6… | ||
| scan0081 | Telegram received by telephone regarding a chassis dispatched by lorry. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 144A-81208 13.1.39 WHK ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. 4009 TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 9.10 Date: 16/8/39 To: Roll Royce GRYLLS EXPERIMENTAL By: AH from: NEWHAVEN S.D 11 wds Table Contents:… | ||
| scan0082 | Telegram confirming the dispatch of a chassis by lorry. | ||
| View original record | To: GRYLLS EXPERIMENTAL DEPT ROLLS ROYCE DERBY From: 8.10 NEWHAVENSUSSEX A RL 11 Message: = CHASSIS DESPATCHED LORRY 8.30 = ROSE Additional Text: ++ 8.30 ++++ AND NTO GRYLLS + Handwritten/Stamped… | ||
| scan0083 | Telegram from Waller to Robotham urgently requesting brake shoes, specifying 'Ninety' as preferred. | ||
| View original record | POST OFFICE TELEGRAM Charges to pay s. d. RECEIVED PM 2 52 Prefix: 47 From: 247 C 1345 16 CHATEAUROUXL 12 To: ROYCAR DERBY Message: = ROBOTHAM PLEASE SEND BRAKE SHOES URGENT VG NINETY PREFERRED =… | ||
| scan0084 | To the Transport department regarding booking expenses for retrieving 14.B.V. from Newhaven. | ||
| View original record | 4509. To Mr. Barkworth - Transport. Rm/AFM.1/MH.16.8.39. Expenses incurred in fetching back 14.B.V. from Newhaven should be booked to Order No. 52511. Rm/AFM. | ||
| scan0085 | List of blueprints and parts required for a super-tuned Corniche chassis engine. | ||
| View original record | 400c Hdq. c. Rm. c. Mr/CTS. c. Mr/Vs. c. Mr/Ms. By/Ald.1/AW.17.8.39. CORNICHE CHASSIS. - SUPER TUNED. CYLINDER SECTION 5050. VALVES AND FITTINGS. SECTION 5060. CRANKCASE AND BEARINGS. SECTION 5000.… | ||
| scan0086 | Listing required engine components and discussing cylinder head modifications and compression ratios. | ||
| View original record | -2- By/Ald.1/AW.17.8.39. Section 5050. KB.432. Stud - Cylinder to Head. - - 1 off. KB.825. Stud - Cylinder to Head. - - 4 " The following prints will not be required:- Section 5000. EB.630. Cylinder… | ||
| scan0087 | Letter to I.M. Waller concerning import duty for chassis 14.B.V after repairs in France. | ||
| View original record | Rm. 4009 D/BP/Y17/JR.21.8.39. Re: Chassis 14.B.V - I.M. Waller. We enclose our suggested letter to the Royal Automobile Club concerning this chassis, and should be glad to have your approval. h… | ||
| scan0088 | The design and performance modifications of the 'Corniche' Bentley Saloon. | ||
| View original record | 400C W/S. To Bkl. from Rm/NRC. Rm/NRC.9/MH.21.8.39. "CORNICHE" BENTLEY SALOON. The body of the "Corniche" is designed to reduce wind resistance without sacrificing the width of the seats or the room… | ||
| scan0089 | Letter to the Royal Automobile Club regarding a carnet and the temporary import of a chassis for repair following an accident in France. | ||
| View original record | 4009 D/BP/Y16/JR. 21st August, 1939. The Secretary, Royal Automobile Club, Pall Mall, London, S.W.1. Dear Sir, Re: Chassis 14.B.V - I.M. Waller. Carnet No. 289619 was surrendered at Newhaven on the… | ||
| scan0090 | Secret memo regarding an accident involving chassis 14-B-V. | ||
| View original record | 4509. Secret. S/W. To Rm. from Sg. Sg1/D24.8.39. Re: Chassis 14-B-V. On my return I have seen your memo. about the above car having been badly smashed. This certainly is bad news but I am glad that… | ||
| scan0091 | Weight analysis of a Bentley W.3.10 (Aluminium) engine ex Corniche 14.B.V. | ||
| View original record | H50c, H58 & 1115 COPY FOR FILES. 24.8.39. BENTLEY ENGINE W.3.10 (ALUMINIUM) EX CORNICHE 14.B.V. We have today weighed the above engine complete, as follows:- Distributor, Two coils, wiring. Dynamo.… | ||
| scan0092 | Secret memo discussing a driver's negligence in an accident and their subsequent ban from driving company cars. | ||
| View original record | 4009. SECRET. Sg. from Rm. Rm7/R.28.8.39. 14-B-V. With reference to Sg1/E24.8.39., attached is a copy of the driver's report on his accident in 14.B.V. There is no doubt that the driver was, to a… | ||
| scan0093 | Notification regarding a modification to the Corniche petrol tank gauge unit fixing and stone guard to prevent fouling by the rear axle. | ||
| View original record | BY/NS. c. Rm. 400c DA.11/N.30.8.39. Corniche Petrol Tank - Level Indicators. Please receive F.CD.1511, shewing the Modified Petrol gauge unit fixing and stone guard, to avoid the rear axle fouling the… | ||
| scan0094 | Speedometer for car 14.B.V. following an axle ratio change. | ||
| View original record | 400g To Rm/IMW. from HPS/WSC. c. Rm/RC. HPS/WSC.1/BA.1.9.39. 14.B.V. - Speedometer. We have changed the axle ratio on the above car to 10 x 41. This means that the Speedometer will require changing.… | ||
| scan0095 | Brief internal memo requesting action on an attached document and its return. | ||
| View original record | 4009 Mr. Waller - Hucknall. Rm/FD.8/JH.3.10.39. Will you please attend to the attached memo. and return to Mr. Lomas. Rm/FD. | ||
| scan0096 | Concerning an unpaid invoice for a Corniche body framework. | ||
| View original record | 400c To Rm. from Ev. c. Ev. [crossed out] c. D/BP. Ev.5/MH.9.10.39. RE CORNICHE BODY FRAMEWORK FOR PARK WARDS. The body framework in question was delivered some months ago - in May, I believe - and… | ||
| scan0097 | Letter regarding an unpaid invoice for coachbuilder Mr. Luickx and the cessation of pre-war work due to international difficulties. | ||
| View original record | COPY. September 25th. 1939. Mr. Evernden, Chassis Dept., Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby. Dear Mr. Evernden, You will be surprised to receive a letter discussing a matter of work, that is to say, our pre-war… | ||
| scan0098 | Timeline of a payment to M. Luickx regarding the Corniche Body Framework. | ||
| View original record | 400 c Rm. Copy to Ev. Copy to SR. Copy to BP/Yl. G/WFH.1/JM.17.10.39 re Corniche Body Framework In reply to the written request by Rm on Ev5/11.10.39, we have followed the matter up re M. Luickx and… | ||
| scan0099 | Brief memo regarding the Corniche Body Framework and the forwarding of a receipt from Mr. Luickx. | ||
| View original record | Bentley Motors Ltd. Derby...............Rm. copy "Ev" "BP/II" 400C Levallois Sr is absent Dn6/MLG.25.10.39 Re- Corniche Body Framework -------------------- Referring to Ev.5/II.10.39 and… | ||
| scan0100 | Estimate and a car body located at the coachbuilders in Chateauroux. | ||
| View original record | D/L. 400g Rm/FD.6/JH.13.11.39. We handed your memo. to our Mr. Waller, who was with 14.B.V. at the bottom of the memo. you will find that the estimate was in the course of preparation when they left… | ||
| scan0101 | Customs receipt for a car triptyque found amongst surplus papers. | ||
| View original record | 4009 To D/BP. Rm/FD.2/JH.27.11.39. On checking over the surplus papers of 14.B.V. we came across the customs receipt for the car triptyque. We attach this as it may be of some assistance in checking… | ||
| scan0102 | Customs duty dispute with the R.A.C. regarding a chassis and a French body. | ||
| View original record | 4009 To Yl. from Rm. Rm.17/MH.15.12.39. With reference to the letter from the R.A.C., this appears to be an astonishing state of affairs. We can produce evidence that the chassis 14.B.V. was fitted… | ||
| scan0103 | Estimates, bills, towing charges, and insurance matters following an accident involving car I4-BV. | ||
| View original record | 4009. To "Sr" JABI/LLG.II.I.40 Re-Accident to I4-BV ----------------------- Replying to Rm/FDI/KP.3.I.40. Estimates were presented to Parsons soon after Waller's departure from Chateauroux, but at… | ||
| scan0104 | Invoice from a French coachbuilder for bodywork repairs on a Bentley. | ||
| View original record | invos. Hollingworth Please file with 14-B-V Chateauroux memos. Rm/RD CARROSSERIE DU CENTRE S. A. AU CAPITAL DE 750.000 FRANCS ENTIÈREMENT VERSÉS REG. DU COMMERCE 7.172 TÉLÉPHONE : 5.97 4509.… | ||
| scan0105 | Additional insurance costs and repair delays for car 14.B.V. following an accident. | ||
| View original record | 4009 D/L. from Rm/FD. Rm/FD.2/BA.2.2.40. Re: Accident to 14.B.V. We have managed to get the attached bills from Paris, regarding the accident to the above car, but I see that this does not include… | ||
| scan0106 | Itemized bill for repairs to the body of a Bentley car, chassis number 14.B.V. | ||
| View original record | COST OF REPAIRS TO BODY OF BENTLEY CAR 14.B.V. Dismantling of the body, front & rear wings off the chassis. Complete removal of upholstery on doors and in luggage boot. Removed special Cooling System… | ||
| scan0107 | Potentially missing invoice related to accident costs. | ||
| View original record | 4509 To G/WFH/HT. from Rm. Rm.12/MH.8.2.40. With reference to your memo G/WFH/HT.32/BB.31.1.40, if this invoice No.4534 was in connection with 14B.V. accident costs it was sent to D/L, if not, we… | ||
| scan0108 | The return of a car body from France. | ||
| View original record | 400g To D/BP. from Rm. Rm.4/MH.12.2.406 We have received the attached note from Sr. regarding the body of 14.B.V., which we are now proposing to bring back from France. I briefly explained the… | ||
| scan0109 | Request for all papers related to Chassis 14.B.V. Corniche to arrange for its body to be dispatched from Chateauroux to Derby. | ||
| View original record | COPY. Rolls-Royce Ltd. Derby. Sr/JAB1/AD.6.2.40. Copy to Sr. to Rm/IMW. Re: Chassis 14.B.V. - Corniche. Sr. has instructed me to attend to the despatch to Derby of the body of the above car, which is… | ||
| scan0110 | Letter to the Royal Automobile Club requesting the loan of a Carnet for customs clearance to transport a car body from France. | ||
| View original record | X c. Rm. X 400g Rm.4/MH.12.2.40. D/BP/Y10/JR. 13th February, 1940. The Secretary, Royal Automobile Club, Pall Mall, London, S.W.1. Dear Sir, Re: Chassis No. 14.B.V. - Mr. I.M. Waller. Your Reference… | ||
| scan0111 | Note regarding customs papers for a 1HB.V. Corniche. | ||
| View original record | 400g To Sn. Rm 5 | MH.12240 1HB.V. Corniche re customs papers see file 1245 | ||
| scan0112 | Letter concerning the re-importation of a car body, chassis No. 14.BV, and associated import duty. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. X 4009. D/BP/YL2/JR. 19th February, 1940. The General Transport Co.Ltd., 6/8, Crutched Friars, London E.C.3. Dear Sirs, Re: Chassis No. 14.BV. On reference to your letter of the 31st May, 1939,… | ||
| scan0113 | The second page of a letter regarding the acquisition and submission of evidence for repair costs. | ||
| View original record | -2- Whilst awaiting your reply, we will obtain documentary evidence as to the cost of repairs, and will submit the information as soon as possible. Yours faithfully, For & on behalf of Rolls-Royce… | ||
| scan0114 | Letter to The General Transport Co. Ltd. regarding a duty paid invoice and body repairs for Chassis No. 14.B.V. | ||
| View original record | H509. Copy to Rm. D/BP/Y1/JW. 23rd, February 1940. The General Transport Co.Ltd., 6/8, Crutched Friars, London, E.C.3. Dear Sirs, Re: Chassis No. 14.B.V. Your Reference AWC/AGA. As requested in your… | ||
| scan0115 | Application to customs for a favour concerning the Corniche body. | ||
| View original record | H509 DBP. Rm.2/ML.27.2.40. Please go ahead and make application to the Customs people for a favour regarding the Corniche body. I have asked Rose to return the correspondance to you forthwith. Rm. | ||
| scan0116 | The proposal to fit a side sparewheel to the Corniche 14.B.V. model. | ||
| View original record | 4509. SECRET. To Rm. from Ev. c.c. to Rm/FD. Ev.2/JH.8.3.40. re Corniche. In accordance with your request that we should attempt to fit a side sparewheel to Corniche 14.B.V. when it is rebuilt, we… | ||
| scan0117 | Blueprint of a side spare wheel and cover for the B.5 'Corniche' model. | ||
| View original record | PERSPECTIVE VIEWS TO SHOW GENERAL APPEARANCE WITH WHEEL IN POSITION. THE SIDE ELEVATION & PLAN VIEWS ARE FROM P.D. 333. PL. 130 THE SIDE MOUNTING OF SPARE WHEEL IS FOR CARS OF THIS TYPE WHEN SOLD IN… | ||
| scan0118 | Private letter regarding a communication to the Royal Automobile Club. | ||
| View original record | YL. PRIVATE. Hooq. Rm.3/ML.13.3.40 I am returning to you your letter to the Secretary of the Royal Automobile Club. I think you have put our point of view in a very restrained manner, but possibly at… | ||
| scan0119 | Letter from The Royal Automobile Club regarding customs issues with a Bentley car chassis and its French body-work. | ||
| View original record | The Royal Automobile Club Pall Mall, London, S.W.1. Please address all Communications to THE SECRETARY Quoting the following Reference T FAS/HL. When Telephoning Please Quote Extension No ............… | ||
| scan0120 | Letter concerning customs complications with the importation of a car chassis and its subsequent bodywork. | ||
| View original record | be presented to the British Customs, together with a Declaration that repairs had been carried out, no difficulty should result in securing the release, under a Bill of Store. I also pointed out that… | ||
| scan0121 | Letter to Bentley Motors Ltd discussing the suspension of the Corniche car completion due to transport difficulties and the military situation. | ||
| View original record | 402Y To Bentley Motors Ltd. London.................... Copy to Sgt.Hs. Rn. JBD. Levallois Re: COMPLETION OF CORNICHE CAR BY KELLNERS Thanks for your C3/CI4.5.40, contents of which have been noted.… | ||
| scan0122 | Parts and modifications for a Bentley V Corniche rear axle assembly. | ||
| View original record | File Ru / Fld.1. / JH 30-3-40 400a To Rm. c. 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… | ||
| scan0123 | List of required and not required parts for Section 6120. | ||
| View original record | -2- EV/HH.10/JH.18.3.40. 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… | ||
| scan0124 | Parts lists and instructions for rear axle and spring assemblies, with references to various drawings and memos. | ||
| View original record | -3- EV/HH.10/JH.18.3.40. KP.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… | ||
| scan0125 | Typed internal memo regarding the importation of a chassis and dealings with customs officials. | ||
| View original record | Shipping Office. Yl. Rm.5/ML.20.3.40. With reference to the letter from the R.A.C. dated 18th. March, I have wired Sr. for the necessary invoices on the body. I do not understand the statement made in… | ||
| scan0126 | The sending of a telegram and Corniche papers to Sr. pending invoice arrival. | ||
| View original record | 400g YL. Shipping Office. Attached is a copy of a telegram we have received from Sr. As soon as the invoice arrives we will send it to you. I presume that there will be no object in sending the… | ||
| scan0127 | Copy of a telegram regarding an invoice and awaiting papers for the shipment of a body. | ||
| View original record | COPY. ROLLS ROYCE NIGHTINGALE ROAD DERBY. ROBOTHAM. RE YOUR TELEGRAM INVOICE POSTED AWAITING CORNICHE PAPERS FOR SHIPMENT OF BODY. SLEATOR. | ||
| scan0128 | Customs papers and the export of Chassis 14.B.V with a Corniche Body. | ||
| View original record | C. Rm. C. & Sr. J- Dlythe 400g D/HP/Y5/JR.2.4.40. Re: Chassis 14.B.V with Corniche Body. In reply to your telegram to Rm. we beg to say that there are no Customs Papers which we can loan you in… | ||
| scan0129 | To the Shipping Office providing a requested invoice for a 14.B.V. body. | ||
| View original record | 400g YL. Shipping Office. from Rm. Rm.13/ML.5.4.40. Herewith the Invoice with regard to 14.B.V. body, for which you were asking. Rm. | ||
| scan0130 | Logistical challenges and alternative plans for completing a Corniche Bentley chassis following the outbreak of war. | ||
| View original record | 400g To Rm. from Sg. re Corniche Bentley Sg4/E6440 With regard to sending the chassis to France to be finished off as a complete car, C writes as follows: 'It seems to me, however, that it would not… | ||
| scan0131 | Note about Park Ward's capability to build a Corniche car from a shell. | ||
| View original record | that Park Ward's could make a proper job of one of these Corniche cars from the shell they have got and from the information otherwise available. Sg. | ||
| scan0132 | Challenges of completing a Corniche Bentley body during wartime. | ||
| View original record | COPY. To Sg. from Rm. Rm.20/ML.12.4.40. CORNICHE BENTLEY. With reference to Sg.4/E.6.4.40, I think that the only way in which Park Ward's can complete a Corniche body would be for Paulin to come over… | ||
| scan0133 | Giving the go-ahead for the completion of Corniche cars. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Sg. re Completion of Corniche Cars. Sg15/E25440 440 e. Referring to the attached, unless you hear to the contrary by Monday, will you please go ahead. Sg. Enc. Copy of Sg14/E25440 | ||
| scan0134 | Completion of Corniche cars and a proposal. | ||
| View original record | To-G. from Sg. Copy to Rm. Sr. re Completion of Corniche Cars. Sg14/E25440 I forgot to speak to you about this when you were here yesterday. As I have not heard anything from you to the contrary I… | ||
| scan0135 | Despatch of a Corniche chassis to France for completion and associated gearbox allocation. | ||
| View original record | JRD. from Rm. c. Hs. c. C. Rm.9/ML.29.4.40. CORNICHE CHASSIS FOR COMPLETION. Sg. has now instructed that one Corniche chassis should be despatched to France to have a body fitted. This is necessary… | ||
| scan0136 | Delaying the sending of a Corniche car chassis to Paris due to a crisis. | ||
| View original record | S/W Rm. 400q C3/C25.5.40. Re CORNICHE CAR. ------- Owing to present difficulties we have held up sending this chassis to Paris - it is doubtful whether we should have got it there in any case. Nothing… | ||
| scan0137 | The completion of Corniche cars in France during hostilities. | ||
| View original record | COPY. Sg. from Rm. c. C. & Sr. Rm.1/ML.19.4.40. COMPLETION OF CORNICHE CARS. During Sr.'s recent visit I discussed with him the possibility of getting the Corniche body completed in France during… | ||
| scan0138 | Letter from The Royal Automobile Club regarding a car's bodywork stranded and likely destroyed in Dieppe due to enemy attacks. | ||
| View original record | The Royal Automobile Club. Pall Mall, London, S.W.1. Please address all Communications to THE SECRETARY Quoting the following Reference T FAS/MB. When Telephoning Please Quote Extension No Telegrams:… | ||
| scan0139 | Communication confirming the decision to stop sending a chassis for a Corniche car being completed by Kellners. | ||
| View original record | V2/OK HOVY S/Levallois.....Sr. c. to Sg. Hs. -> Rm. IRD. ---------------- C1/C29.5.40. COMPLETION OF CORNICHE CAR BY KELLNERS. Sr/Dml/ET18.5.40. chm I quite agree that it would be inadvisable to send… | ||
| scan0140 | Car destroyed by enemy action and the possibility of an insurance claim. | ||
| View original record | D/L. from Rm. 4009 Rm.8/ML.3.6.40. Attached is a copy of a letter from Armstrong which is self-explanatory. We have spent an enormous sum of money getting this car put right and it seems to me to be a… | ||
| scan0141 | The lack of war risk insurance for a lost Corniche Bentley. | ||
| View original record | 400g Rm. D/L12/G5-6-40. Rm8/ML3-6-40. CORNICHE BENTLEY. We have noted the letter from the R.A.C., but as no Company has ever received any premium to cover the body against War Risks there is no… | ||
| scan0142 | Cover memo attaching a copy of a letter from the R.A.C. regarding a Corniche Body. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y. Sg. from Rm. Rm.9/ML.11.6.40. CORNICHE BODY EX. 14.B.V. Confirming our telephone conversation of this morning, attached is a copy of a letter we have received from the R.A.C. and which is… | ||
| scan0143 | Letter from the Royal Automobile Club regarding a car's coachwork likely destroyed in Dieppe due to enemy attacks in 1940. | ||
| View original record | COPY. ROYAL AUTOMOBILE CLUB. PALL MALL. S.W.1. FAS/MB. 29th. May. 1940. John DeLooze, Esq., Messrs Rolls Royce Ltd., Derby. Mr. I.M. Waller. Dear Sir, Reverting to your letter D/BP/Y10/JR of the 7th.… | ||
| scan0144 | Acknowledging receipt of a letter regarding reference 14-B-V. | ||
| View original record | 4009 To D/BP. from Rm. Rm/3/SW.13.6.40. I have acknowledged R.A.C's letter regarding 14-B-V. -------------- Rm. | ||
| scan0145 | Letter to The Royal Automobile Club regarding the forwarding of keys. | ||
| View original record | 400y Rm.2/SW. June 13th, 1940. F.P.Armstrong Esq., The Royal Automobile Club, Pall Mall, London, S.W.1. Dear Sir, Thank you for your letter of the 12th June, we received your original communication on… | ||
| scan0146 | Letter from The Royal Automobile Club requesting a specific reference number be quoted from previous correspondence. | ||
| View original record | The Royal Automobile Club. Pall Mall, London, S.W.1. Please address all communications to THE SECRETARY, Quoting the following Reference: F HWS/ER/29640. Telegrams: Raclubian, Auto, London. Telephone:… | ||
| scan0147 | Letter to the Royal Automobile Club concerning a mislaid letter due to evacuation and a wrecked car in Dieppe. | ||
| View original record | Yr. ref: F HWS/ER/29640 Rm.15/ML. 17.7.40. F.P.Armstrong,Esq., Royal Automobile Club, Pall Mall, London.S.W.1. Dear Sir, Replying to your note of the 29th. ult. reference as above, we regret that… | ||
| scan0148 | Secret memo regarding the tracing of the only existing drawing for the Bentley V Corniche, a 1/16 scale print by M. Georges Paulin. | ||
| View original record | FILE P A00 To Rm. from Ev. c.c. to Rm/FJH. c.c. to Rm/EAG. c.c. to Rm/HH. SECRET. Ev.12/JH.13.9.40. Rm re Bentley V Corniche. We believe it is appreciated that at the outbreak of hostilities the only… | ||
| scan0149 | Drawing of the Bentley V Corniche at the outbreak of hostilities. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Ev. c. to Rm/FJH. c. to Rm/EAG. c.to Rm/HH. SECRET. Ev.12/JH.13.9.40. re Bentley V Corniche. We believe it is appreciated that at the outbreak of hostilities the only drawing we had of the… | ||
| scan0150 | Letter to J.A. Choate of Loughborough College regarding the collection of a model. | ||
| View original record | KA 400c Rm.14/ET. 19th January, 1941. J.A. CHOATE, Esq., Department of aeronautical Engineering, Loughborough College, LOUGHBOROUGH, Leicestershire. Dear Sir, Thank you for your letter of 16th… | ||
| scan0151 | Letter from Loughborough College regarding wind tunnel tests for a model streamlined Bentley car. | ||
| View original record | LOUGHBOROUGH COLLEGE. H. SCHOFIELD, M.B.E., Ph.D. (Lond.) B.Sc.Hons (Lond) A.R.C.Sc. (Lond.) Assoc.M.Inst.C.E. M.I.Mech.E., D.I.C., F.Inst.P. PRINCIPAL. LOUGHBOROUGH, LEICESTERSHIRE, ENGLAND.… | ||
| scan0152 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. requesting a drawing for a Bentley Coupe body. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Da. Rm/FD. 404 4th. November 1938. BY.12/N. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden London N.W.10. Confidential. Dear Sirs, Re: Bentley 6.B.5.-(12.B.5) This body will be a Coupe.… | ||
| scan0153 | Correspondence to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the design and construction of a Drop Head Coupe body for a Bentley V chassis. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Da. Bm/FD. 404 CONFIDENTIAL. 23rd.December 1938. BY.14/N. Messrs Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. Dear Sirs, Re: Drop Head Coupe B.V. Chassis - 12.B.5. We confirm… | ||
| scan0154 | The design drawing PD.331 for a Drop Head Foursome Coupe 12.B.5 ordered from Park Ward & Co. | ||
| View original record | To Da... from Ev. c. Rm. 404 Da/Ev.10/N.28.12.38. Re: Drop Head Foursome Coupe 12.B.5. We send herewith PD.331 shewing the design of the Drop Head Coupe for 12.B.5. which has been ordered from… | ||
| scan0155 | Specification sheet for the 12.B.V. model, listing details for the gearbox, drivetrain, and electrical components. | ||
| View original record | HSD f. from Rm/Cr. c.c. to:- Rm/Cr. E.W.H. c.c. to:- A.G.E. c.c. to:- Da/JD. Rm/Cr.2/HH.30.12.38. SPECIFICATION FOR 12.B.V. GEARBOX. To By/CRL.2/E.7.9.38 No.E. Overdrive ratios, low 2nd. speed ratio… | ||
| scan0156 | List of electrical components and their associated drawing or part numbers. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/Cr.2/MH.30.12.38. AUTOMATIC SWITCH. LOP.D.100708 (Standard). DYNAMO. LOP.DB.1950 (36 slot). Dynamo Suspension LOP.DW.552. IGNITION DIST.& COND. R.R. DW.426. COIL. LOP.D.75673. BALLAST… | ||
| scan0157 | List of specifications and status updates for various vehicle components. | ||
| View original record | -3- Rm/Cr.2/MH.30.12.38. ENGINE. Rm/Swdl. Cast Iron engine. Specification to be issued by WATER PUMP. LOP.3933. WATER CONNECTIONS. Being schemed. FAN. LOP.EB.3949. RADIATOR & FITTINGS. LOP.EB.4189. Ex… | ||
| scan0158 | Specification sheet detailing parts for the flywheel, clutch, suspension, and frame. | ||
| View original record | -4- Rm/Cr.2/MH.30.12.38. FLYWHEEL & CLUTCH. GCD.1065 (C.I. engine). PEDALS. AIR SILENCER. Centre outlet, Twin filter units to ECD.530. EXHAUST SYSTEM. ECD.944/968/969/975. SUSPENSION FRONT. Springs… | ||
| scan0159 | Specification sheet listing part numbers for brakes, fuel system, and dashboard components. | ||
| View original record | -5- BRAKES. Front brakes FD.264 (Two shoe brakes). MASTER CYLINDER. SCD.981 (latest design). Piping to be installed by Lockheed engineer. Servo PD.211 and PD.320. Servo balancer PD.212. Servo drive… | ||
| scan0160 | Confidential letter to coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the design and specification of a Drop Head Coupé. | ||
| View original record | 40H c. Da. Rm. Rm/FD. BY.3/B. 4th. January, 1939. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. Confidential. Dear Sirs, Re: Drop Head Coupé - 12.B.V. We have already sent to… | ||
| scan0161 | Specification for the coachwork of a Close Coupled Coupé on a Short Wheelbase Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | SPECIFICATION OF COACHWORK FOR 12.B.5. Close Coupled Coupé - Short Wheelbase Bentley. Chassis. B.5. Type Short Wheelbase Bentley chassis - for all drawings see appendix supplied. Untermishable finish.… | ||
| scan0162 | Specification sheet outlining the design and features of various car body components. | ||
| View original record | -2- Screen. Opening screen of Triplex Laminated Glass 3/16" thick with central control, free from flap when open. Luggage Boot. To have capacity as drawn on PD. 331 with no plywood inner casings, so… | ||
| scan0163 | Specification sheet detailing the requirements for various vehicle components and fittings. | ||
| View original record | -3- Direction Indicators. To be housed as suggested by Mr. Ward. Floors. Floor heights to be according to the drawings supplied and the construction to follow that indicated in the designs. Dash. See… | ||
| scan0164 | Specification sheet for car body components including lamps, bumpers, tools, and construction details. | ||
| View original record | -4- Tail & Stop Lamps. Two tail and stop lamps, one on each side of the body. Rear number plate to be carried over the offside lamp. Lamps to be supplied by Derby. Bumpers. Supplied by Derby. Tools.… | ||
| scan0165 | Appendix of schemes for the 12.B.5 chassis, outlining its features and differences from other models. | ||
| View original record | APPENDIX OF SCHEMES FOR 12.B.5 CHASSIS. CHASSIS :- Short Wheelbase Bentley, materially the same as that for 10.B.5 except in the following features. 1. Rear Spring Aft Shackle Tension Type. See PD.339… | ||
| scan0166 | Accessories for model 12.B.5 not supplied by the coachbuilders. | ||
| View original record | To: Rm.. from Da/Ev. c. Da. c. Rm/Std. c. Rm/RC. c. Da/JD. c. BY/RD. c. Rm/FD. H04 Da/Ev.3/N.4.1.39. Re: Accessories for 12.B.5. not supplied by the Coachbuilders. (1) Headlamps. - Lucas Open Front… | ||
| scan0167 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the specifications and front wing shape for a Coupe body on chassis 12.B.5. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Da. Rm/FD. 404 7th. January 1938. BY.2/N. Messrs Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. Dear Sirs, Chassis 12.B.5. - Coupe We confirm herewith that the specification and… | ||
| scan0168 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding modifications to the front wings for model 12.B.5. | ||
| View original record | O.Da. Rm. Rm/FD. 404 21st. January 1939. BY.2/N. CONFIDENTIAL. Messrs.Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. Dear Sir, Re: Front Wings - 12.B.5. We send herewith a print of… | ||
| scan0169 | Confidential letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding chassis prints for a Light Close Coupled Saloon. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Rm/FD. De. 4 Oft CONFIDENTIAL. 8th. February 1939. BY.16/N. Messrs.Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, London N.W.10. Dear Sir, Re: Chassis Prints for 12.B.5. - Light Close Coupled… | ||
| scan0170 | Confidential letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. concerning modifications for Chassis 12.B.5. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Rm/FD. 404. CONFIDENTIAL. 24th. April 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 12.B.5. We confirm… | ||
| scan0171 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding an incorrect 'seapak' and wiring, with a request for an uncut dashboard carpet. | ||
| View original record | Da/JD 40A EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/FD.8/JH. 25th. April, 1939. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473 High Road, Willesden, LONDON.N.W.10. re 12.B.5. Dear Sirs, As the seapak we sent down with the… | ||
| scan0172 | Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co Ltd acknowledging a letter regarding chassis No. 12.B.V. | ||
| View original record | 404 Rm 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 OFFICIALLY APPOINTED RETAILERS OF ROLLS… | ||
| scan0173 | Instructing the despatch of Amal bonnet fasteners and other bonnet parts to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | HOH To Hd/FC. c. to D/BP. Rm/FD.11/JH.2.5.39. We are sending into the stores a set of Amal bonnet fasteners and a set of bonnet parts. Will you please despatch these to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd.,… | ||
| scan0174 | Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the dispatch of bonnet clips and fasteners for chassis 12.B.5. | ||
| View original record | HOH EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/FD.10/JH. 2nd. May, 1939. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473 High Road, Willesden, LONDON.N.W.10. 12.B.5. Dear sirs, We are despatching today the bonnet clips and… | ||
| scan0175 | Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co. Ltd regarding the dispatch of bonnet clips and fasteners. | ||
| View original record | 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 . WILLESEN LONDON . N . W .… | ||
| scan0176 | Despatch of two spring clips to Messrs. Park Wards for an experimental chassis. | ||
| View original record | 404 To Hd/FC. c. to D/BP. Rm/FD.9/JH.5.5.39. We are sending into the stores today 2 spring clips, will you please have these despatched to Messrs. Park Wards, Willesden, London, marked for 12.B.V.… | ||
| scan0177 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the despatch of two missing spring clips for a 12.B.V. bonnet. | ||
| View original record | HOH EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/FD.10/JH. 5th. May, 1939. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473 High Road, Willesden, LONDON.N.W.10. re 12.B.V. Bonnet. Dear Sirs, Will you please note that in the package… | ||
| scan0178 | Letter from Park Ward & Co Ltd acknowledging the receipt of two spring clips for the bonnet of chassis 12.B.V. | ||
| View original record | 4OH 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… | ||
| scan0179 | Letter from coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. requesting a replacement for a mislaid bonnet handle escutcheon and rubber washer. | ||
| View original record | 404 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 473 HIGH ROAD WILLESDEN LONDON N.W.10… | ||
| scan0180 | Short memo confirming the Friday arrival of a lorry at a London address. | ||
| View original record | HOH Rm/yH 18.5.39½ Warenpar, Willroad, London. LORRY ARRIVING 12.B.V. FRIDAY. ROYCAR. | ||
| scan0181 | Letter from coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. Ltd regarding the omission of pedals on chassis No.12.B.5. | ||
| 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… | ||
| scan0182 | Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. confirming an order for one gallon of paint for a 12.B.V. chassis. | ||
| View original record | γ HS# c. Roy. O/N. 52487. Experimental Dept. Rm/FD.16/MH. 23rd. May, 1939. Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden, LONDON, N.W.10. Dear Sirs, As requested by our Mr. Dodd during his… | ||
| scan0183 | Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co. Ltd confirming the despatch of parts for a Bentley Chassis B.12.B.V. | ||
| 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.FALCONER, W.S.PACE (SHOWROOMS - 40… | ||
| scan0184 | Feedback from a trial of the 'Silver Ripple' 12-B-V, focusing on the gear lever position and rear passenger legroom. | ||
| View original record | H 50/ SECRET. Sg. c. to Hs. c. " BV. c. " Rm. c. " Mx. re- "Silver Ripple", 12-B-V. Cx5/KW/7.6.39. Arising out of the very short trial which I had the opportunity of making yesterday, during which I… | ||
| scan0185 | Querying the inconvenient gear lever position and lack of foot room on the 'Silver Ripple' 12-B-V model. | ||
| View original record | 400f SECRET. S/W. Rm. re- "Silver Ripple", 12-B-V. Cx10/KW9.6.39. Sg. has returned to me the original of my Cx5/KW7.6.39, as he is not quite clear as to the reason why the position of the gear lever… | ||
| scan0186 | The gear lever position and rear passenger room for the Silver Ripple model. | ||
| View original record | H50 B SECRET. W/S. Cx. from Rm. c. Sg. c. Hs. c. By. c. Mx. Rm4/R.10.6.39. SILVER RIPPLE - 12.B.V. Replying to Cx5/KW7.6.39., there is no reason why the gear lever position should be any different on… | ||
| scan0187 | Ergonomic issues with the 'Silver Ripple' model, focusing on the gear lever and rear passenger foot space. | ||
| View original record | Hoof. SECRET. S/W. Rm. c. to Sg. c. " Hs. c. " By. c. " Mr. "Silver Ripple". CxIO/KW12.6.39. Reference your Rm4/RIO.6.39, the impression I got was that the gear lever was to far forward, so that… | ||
| scan0188 | For the file on 'Silver Ripple I', mentioning mileage and other details. | ||
| View original record | #00f. HPS. Rm/NRC. 11/JH. 13.6.39 Silver Ripple I - 12.B.V, 15,000 miles car file 1022, | ||
| scan0189 | Modifications and tests for the Ripple Unit on a 12.B.V. chassis. | ||
| View original record | Hoot / 1022 To HPS. from Rm/Swdl. c.c. HPS/RH. cc RM/CTS. Rm/Swdl.3/MH.10.6.39. RIPPLE UNIT FOR 12.B.V. CHASSIS. In view of the fact that the intended engine for this chassis (WR.1) has been bored out… | ||
| scan0190 | List of specifications and modifications for an engine unit, detailing changes to various components. | ||
| View original record | -2- (8) EB.4071 std. cylinder head as specified in original memo, incorporating modification (EB.4915) to suit coolant jets. EB.4917 cylinder joint gasket. (9) Valves and Fittings. (a) Strengthened… | ||
| scan0191 | Specification sheet for engine components including crankcase, crankshaft, and pistons. | ||
| View original record | -3- Crankcase & Bearings - Cont'd. (a) L.5 alloy. (b) Vertical bored tappet guides. (c) Case to suit direct running camshaft SCD.00) As this case has been bored to suit std. bearings a std. production… | ||
| scan0192 | Request to reline a servo on job 12.B.V. with genuine VG.90 linings. | ||
| View original record | HooF To HPS/RH. Rm/JBD.8/JH.19.6.39. 12.B.V. Will you please reline the servo on the above with the genuine VG.90 linings. Rm/JBD. | ||
| scan0193 | Request to fit various silencers and tail pipes to a 12.B.V. car with a Ripple Engine. | ||
| View original record | Hoof To HPS. Rm/Wym.10/JH.19.6.39. 12.B.V. car Ripple Engine. Will you please fit to the above car a Burgess silencer and a Chrysler Royal silencer which Rm/Wym. will supply. Both these silencers… | ||
| scan0194 | Faults found in a car's gearbox, brakes, steering, engine, suspension, and clutch after a weekend test. | ||
| View original record | 400f Rm/Wym. c. Log Book. 12.B.V. 19.6.39. The following points were noted in connection with this car during the week-end:- GEARBOX. Rattles in the gearbox on clutch engagement when in second speed.… | ||
| scan0195 | Urgent internal memo requesting the preparation of an inertia ring for a specific chassis unit. | ||
| View original record | Proof and spare URGENT. To HPS. from Rm/NRC. Rm/NRC.1/MH.22.6.39. UNIT B.V.6 - CHASSIS 12.B.V. Please prepare an inertia ring to Rm.593 herewith, in AL/BZ. We also attach a sketch for Pattern Shop.… | ||
| scan0196 | Weight analysis of 12-B-V coachwork and potential future weight reduction. | ||
| View original record | 450f + H58 By. from Rm. c. Da/Ev. Rm2/R.22.6.39. Attached is a weight analysis of 12-B-V. coachwork. A further analysis will follow showing where the weight has been saved, and how exactly this… | ||
| scan0197 | Weight analysis of the 12.B.V. body and chassis, detailing components and comparing figures with Park Wards. | ||
| View original record | Rm. Rm/FD.9/JH.22.6.39. Weight Analysis of 12.B.V. body & Chassis. c. qrs. lbs. Complete weight of car including petrol, oil water, tools, 1 spare wheel, front bumper, semi-floating… | ||
| scan0198 | Secret memo following up on a previous query regarding the position of the change-speed lever for 'Silver Ripple'. | ||
| View original record | SECRET. 400f. S/W. Rm. "Silver Ripple", 12-B-V Cx8/KW26.6.39. I cannot trace any reply from you to my CxIO/KW9.6.39, but if you will refer to it you will find a query on which we asked for… | ||
| scan0199 | Request for a complete weight analysis of 12.B.V. | ||
| View original record | H50f Rm/FD. from Rm. Rm5/R.27.6.39. Will you please let me have a complete weight analysis of 12.B.V. Rm. | ||
| scan0200 | Requesting a list of jobs for the 'Ripple' chassis conversion, to be circulated to all testers. | ||
| View original record | Miss Reece 400/- To Bm. from HPS/WSC. HPS/WSC.8/BA.28.6.39. Please circulate to all testers Rm Ripple Chassis 12.B.V. Further to the specification issued for the convertion of the above to "Ripple"… | ||
| scan0201 | Propeller shaft centre bearings, including an order for new parts and a specification for another model. | ||
| View original record | 4001, 8006 v 1262 To HPS/RH. from Rm/Gry. c. By/CRL. Rm/Gry.11/MH.30.6.39. PROPELLOR SHAFTS. 12.B.V. The centre bearing on this car should be a New Departure 88506 as fitted on 30.G.VII. As we have no… | ||
| scan0202 | Fitting Skefco special wheel bearings to a 12.B.V. rear axle. | ||
| View original record | 4004 To HPS/RH. from Rm/Gry. c. By/CRL. Rm/Gry.6/MH.30.6.39. REAR AXLE 12.B.V. We wish to fit the Skefco special wheel bearings handed to you the other day in the axle of this car. These are identical… | ||
| scan0203 | Modifications for Gearbox No. 11 to be fitted to a 12.B.V. for its French test. | ||
| View original record | H of M28 To HPS/RH. from Rm/Gry. c. By/CRL. Rm/Gry.5/MH.30.6.39. GEARBOX NO.11. This box will be fitted to 12.B.V. for its French test. In addition to non standard parts already instructed, we want… | ||
| scan0204 | Summary of points raised during a conference on the 'Silver Ripple' car. | ||
| View original record | Gry. To All Testers. c. By/NS. Rm2/R.30.6.39. A Conference was held on the 'Silver Ripple' on the morning of 30/6/39. The following is a summary of the points raised:- (1) We should get the R.R.… | ||
| scan0205 | List of action points regarding car fittings and preparation for testing and delivery to France. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm2/R.30.6.39. (14) FD. will look into the question of a decent pair of sun visor hinges to be fitted to the car before it leaves. (15) Edwards will make sure that the production type of bonnet as… | ||
| scan0206 | Fitting of a lightened bumper bar to vehicle 12.B.V. before it leaves for France. | ||
| View original record | 400/f To By/NS. from Rm/Gry. c. By/HEB. c. HPS/RH. Rm/Gry.3/MH.1.7.39. Confirming our conversation with By/HEB. yesterday, we wish to get a lightened bumper bar on both ends of 12.B.V. before it… | ||
| scan0207 | Instructions and providing updates on various items for the 'Silver Ripple' project. | ||
| View original record | H507. To Rm. from HPS/WSC. HPS/WSC.5/BA.3.7.39 Re: "Silver Ripple". Conference Notes Rm.2/R.30.6.39. Re: the above, will you let us have clear instructions regarding the following:- [Handwritten: WAD]… | ||
| scan0208 | Weight analysis for the 12.B.V. Ripple model. | ||
| View original record | 40 of 458 To By. c. to Da. c. to Da/Ev. Rm/FD.1/JH.3.7.39. 12.B.V. Weight Analysis - Ripple. Chassis weight as B.V. no lightened parts. Complete with bonnet, spare wheel, oil, water, petrol, centre… | ||
| scan0209 | Follow-up request for a reply regarding the project 'Silver Ripple' 12-B-V. | ||
| View original record | SEC RET. Hoof S/W. Rm. "Silver Ripple" 12-B-V. Cx12/KW3.7.39. With reference to my Cx8/KW26.6.39, can you now please let me have a reply to my CxIO/KW9.6.39 regarding the above. Cx. - Rmb | ||
| scan0210 | Secret memo correcting the word 'Forward' to 'Backward' in a previous document concerning 'Silver Ripple'. | ||
| View original record | 450f SECRET. W/S. Cx. from Rm/Gry. Rm. Absent. Rm/Gryl/R.4.7.39. "SILVER RIPPLE" - 12-B-V. Replying to your memo Cx12/KW3.7.39., we have nothing further to add to our memo Rm4/R.10.6.39., excepting… | ||
| scan0211 | Forwarding of blueprints for a Bentley 12-B.V. rear bumper. | ||
| View original record | 400f BY/HRB.2/EH.4.7.39. c. Es/Gry. Bentley 12-B.V. Frame & Fittings - Sec:7000. We herewith forward you three blue prints of the following Rear Bumper similar to the one detailed for B.V. only… | ||
| scan0212 | Requesting the fitting of a 12.B.V. bonnet with the latest fasteners and new side plates. | ||
| View original record | Hoo4 To HPS. c.c. to HPS/RH. Rm/Ed.1/JH.5.7.39. 12.B.V. Bonnet. Will you please fit up the bonnet on the above car with latest B.V. fasteners. We are obtaining the necessary parts for spot welding to… | ||
| scan0213 | The brake lining material for the 12.B.V. model on the front and rear. | ||
| View original record | Hoof To HPS/RH. Rm/JBD.10/JH.10.7.39. 12.B.V. Brakes. The brakes on 12.B.V. should be lined with BZ.RU. on the front and rear. Rm/JBD. | ||
| scan0214 | Requesting the fitting of a Marston heater to a 12.B.V. car destined for France. | ||
| View original record | 450f To HPS. c. to HPS/RH. Rm/Ed.1/JH.11.7.39. CAR HEATER ON 12.B.V. Will you please fit an R.R. Marston heater on the above car before it goes to France. The heater, heater motor and rheostat will be… | ||
| scan0215 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. discussing weight savings and production implications for the Bentley 12.B.5 body. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Rm/FD. Da/JD. 400/ CONFIDENTIAL. 11th. July 1939. BY.2/N. Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd., 473, High Road, Willesden London N.W.10. Dear Sirs, Re: Body of Bentley 12.B.5. Attached herewith is the… | ||
| scan0216 | The second page of a letter arranging a preliminary talk with Mr. Evernden. | ||
| View original record | -2- We would be glad if you could go into this matter at once so that we can have a preliminary talk about it when Mr. Evernden visits you on Thursday next. Yours faithfully, FOR ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED.… | ||
| scan0217 | Responding to specific items regarding parts, assembly, and schemes. | ||
| View original record | Y Hoof To HPS/WSC. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.5/MH.11.7.39. 12.B.V. Replying to your memo HPS/WSC.5/BA.3.7.39 - Item 2 - the engine should be built up with flywheel GB.5013. Item 3 - the parts are complete… | ||
| scan0218 | Modernising the bonnet of a Bentley 5, chassis 12.B.5, to use standard 'Amal' fasteners. | ||
| View original record | BY/NS. c. Rm. c. Rm/Ed. c. Da/JD. 450/ DA.2/G.14.7.39. BENTLEY 5. CHASSIS 12.B.5. Please receive herewith the following schemes :- F.CD.1449 Bonnet Side Fixing - rear. F.CD.1451 'Amal' One Shot… | ||
| scan0219 | Forwarding of blueprints for a lightened rear bumper bracket for the Bentley 12-8-V chassis. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. c By c RHO/Wrd. c RHC/SS. c See for HPS. c Rm/Grys. 400f BY/HEB.3/WB.15.7.39. BENTLEY 12-8-V CHASSIS FRAME AND FITTINGS - SEC : 7000. Further to memo BY/HEB.2/EH.4.7.39, we forward you three… | ||
| scan0220 | Note about the trial of a B.V. Car by Geoffrey Smith. | ||
| View original record | W/s. c. Hoof. Rm.1/R.19.7.39. Trial of B.V. Car by Geoffrey Smith. . see 2blg. | ||
| scan0221 | Secret memo regarding the handover and testing of car 12-B-V (Ripple) in London traffic conditions. | ||
| View original record | HooF SECRET. Sg. from Rm. c. Hs. c. Ey. c. Mx._______ Rm4/R.1.8.39. 12-B-V, which is representative of the Ripple, with the exception that it has a Bentley radiator on it, was handed over to Mx. on… | ||
| scan0222 | Fault report from a test drive of car '12 B.V (?) - RIPPLE'. | ||
| View original record | 4oof To: Rm. from Mx. Mx.1/MG.2.8.39 12 B.V (?) - RIPPLE ------------------------- The following faults are apparent in the short time I have run this car: The Windscreen lets in [handwritten: rain]… | ||
| scan0223 | List of nine work items for final adjustments to car 12-B-V before it commences its mileage. | ||
| View original record | 400f. HPS/RH. from Rm. c. Mx. c. Rm/Gry. c. Rm/PJH. c. Rm/JBD. Rm2/R.10.8.39. 12-B-V. We are putting this car in the Shop for final adjustments before it commences its mileage. Will you please carry… | ||
| scan0224 | With three action points regarding a propellor shaft, petrol tank gauge, and air vent filling pipe. | ||
| View original record | γ 400f. To HPS/RH. from Rm/JBD. Rm/JBD.2/WH.14.8.39. 12.B.V. (1) Will you please fit new scheme for propellor shaft. (2) Hand me the petrol tank gauge unit for rectification. (3) Modify the existing… | ||
| scan0225 | Confirming a courtesy car has been provided whilst a cylinder block is changed on another vehicle. | ||
| View original record | 400 f. To Hs. from Rm/Wym. Rm/Wym.8/MH.29.9.39. 12.B.V. This car has been placed at your disposal whilst we change the cyl. block on 25.G.VI. Rm/Wym. | ||
| scan0226 | The irregular importation of chassis 14.B.V. and plans for re-importing the repaired body. | ||
| View original record | Mr. F.Dodd. 400g D/BP/Y2/JR.27.12.39. Please note & return Rm Re: Chassis No. 14.B.V. - Rm.17/MH.15.12.39. The present position has arisen due, firstly, to the fact that our man apparently committed… | ||
| scan0227 | Various faults found in a test vehicle, including issues with the gearbox, heater, and petrol consumption. | ||
| View original record | 400f To Rm/FD. Rm.4/JH.29.12.39. 12.B.V. Petrol Consumption. When this car returned to Derby on Wednesday it had done 100 miles at slow averages due to fog and the remainder normal fast average speeds… | ||
| scan0228 | Listing issues with the clock, instrument board lighting, and oil consumption. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm.4/JH.29.12.39. Clock. Is there any means of regulating these electric clocks? This one gains considerably. The adjuster should be made more accessible. Instrument Board lighting. We must do… | ||
| scan0229 | Insurance claim for an accident to vehicle 14.B.5, seeking repair and towing costs. | ||
| View original record | LUDg W/P. To Sr. from Rm. Rm/FD.1/KP.3.1.40. Re. Accident to 14.B.5. We are very anxious to settle the insurance claim for repairing 14.B.5. and the only outstanding features are the cost of repairs… | ||
| scan0230 | Complete weight analysis of the Continental Bentley. | ||
| View original record | 400g To HPS/RH. c. Hallam. Rm/FD.4/BA.9.1.40. Re: Weight Analysis. We are very anxious to have a complete weight analysis of the Continental Bentley. Some of these weights are already known, and we… | ||
| scan0231 | Letter to Park Ward & Co. regarding issues with dropping doors and strained hinges on an all-steel body. | ||
| View original record | 400f. 24th. January, 1940. Rm/FD.1/BA. Messrs. Park Ward & Co. High Road, Willesden, LONDON. For the attention of Mr.Ward.Re. 12.B.V. Coachwork. Dear Sirs, We are experiencing trouble with the doors… | ||
| scan0232 | Instruction to fit a small bore induction pipe to cars, replacing the existing larger bore pipes. | ||
| View original record | To HPS/RH. 400/ d 1022. Rm/FD.1/JH.2.2.40. 1.R.1. and 12.B.V. Will you please have a small bore induction pipe fitted to these cars to EX.36000 1¼" bore. This replaces EW.1557 1.4" dia. bore pipes.… | ||
| scan0233 | The repair of a leaking roof on Chassis No. 12-B-V and awaiting instructions. | ||
| View original record | Rm. [crescent moon symbol] 400f HLH4/H19.2.40. A.A. This is the car you can collect rust. Rm [text is struck through] re Chassis No. 12-B-V. We collected the above car from Imperial House for Lp. who… | ||
| scan0234 | Vulnerability of the main battery lead and the need for a design change. | ||
| View original record | 400/ Elec To Ev. from Rm. c. EV/HH. Rm.4/MK:1.3.40. MAIN BATTERY LEAD. You will remember Waller got into trouble through his battery lead being exposed in France. Early this week, Lappin who was… | ||
| scan0235 | Serious fault where a main battery cable shorted, causing a fire risk, and the subsequent wiring modifications. | ||
| View original record | Rm/RC.5/WH.1.3.40. 12.B.V. A serious fault has occurred on the above car in which the shorting of the main battery cable might have caused a fire; as it was, the smell of burning rubber due to the… | ||
| scan0236 | Blueprints and altered drawings for the B.60 RIPPLET scheme, covering air silencers and cylinder heads. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/HH. C. to: Ex. The particulars given in this memo have not been issued. B.60 RIPPLET PL.147 - AC. Air silencer. PL.151 - AC. Air silencer mounting. Sec.5082 - Carburetter air silencer.… | ||
| scan0237 | New and existing parts required for a Shackle Bracket assembly. | ||
| View original record | 4100 or 1040 To Rm. from Rm/HH. C. for Ev. The particulars given on this memo have not been issued. RIPPLETTS. PL.270 - Shackle Bracket. Sec.7000 - Frame and Fittings. In accordance with the above… | ||
| scan0238 | Brake wear and adjustments for a 12-B-V model, with a handwritten query about comparison to a B2 model and a response. | ||
| View original record | 400 Rm/Wymrgn How does this compare with B2 To Rm. from Rm/Wym. c. Rm/MHR. Rm/Wym.6/SW.30.9.40. 12-B-V Brakes. The brakes on the above car are very good, and the rate of wear reasonable and fairly… | ||
| scan0239 | Investigation into steering nibbles on car 12.B.V. after changing the tyres. | ||
| View original record | 400 Rm/Wym. from Rm. c. Rm/FJH. Rm.2/ML.5.10.40. re: 12.B.V. Now that we have changed the tyres on this car :- STEERING NIBBLES. Very irritating. Will you please check the car's steering tube poundage… | ||
| scan0240 | Various vehicle performance issues, including weak carburetion, poor acceleration, and noisy components in cold weather. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/Wym. from Rm. Copy to Rm/CTS. 400f 12-E-V The following points were noted:- 1. The carburation is definitely too weak for the weather condition now existing. There is insufficient mixture from… | ||
| scan0241 | Various faults and observations on vehicle 12.B.V. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Wym. from Rm. 400f Rm.14/ML.24.3.41. 12.B.V. I have not made any comments on 12.B.V. for a long time but there have been various faults which I have noticed. These can be dealt with when we finally… | ||
| scan0242 | Requesting details of petrol and oil added to chassis 12.B.V whilst at Glasgow. | ||
| View original record | To Mr. Caswell from Rm/Wym. 400f Rm/Wym.4/CT.23.4.41. Will you please let us know the amount of petrol and oil added to Rm.'s car ( chassis 12.B.V), whilst at Glasgow. Rm/Wym. | ||
| scan0243 | Road test report giving impressions on the handling, performance, and build quality of a 'Rationalised Programme' car. | ||
| View original record | Rm. BY.7/DG.23.4.41. 4oof re 12 - B - V. It has been a most interesting experience to handle one of the Rationalised Programme of cars for the past week-end and below are given some impressions of the… | ||
| scan0244 | Continued report on a car's performance, discussing exhaust, carburetters, engine idling, and overall driving experience. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Continued:- following wind at 35 miles per hour, the car tended to fill with exhaust gases but this I believe was due to the continual low speed used and a directly following wind which caused… | ||
| scan0245 | Specification revision for Bentley Chassis 12-B-V, detailing changes to the rear springs. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/CP. c. to Rm/Wym. 400F Rm/CP.4/LH.24.4.41. Bentley Chassis 12-B-V Engine Unit - Ripple No. 2. Specification of the above Chassis is revised as follows :- Work carried out at Clan… | ||
| scan0246 | Faults with car 12.B.V. after it was loaned out. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Wym. from Rm. 12 B.V. Rm.21/ML.25.4.41. 400f I have agreed to loan Col. Fell a car on Monday night, which he will return on Wednesday morning. 12.B.V. front seat is now most uncomfortable and wants… | ||
| scan0247 | Issues with the speedometer, gearbox, and carburation of car 12.B.V. | ||
| View original record | By. from Rm. Rm.20/ML.25.4.41. 4oof 12.B.V. Referring to your Memo. By.7/DG. 23.4.41. 1. The speedometer on this car is 5% slow. the normal Bentley speedometer is 5% fast. 2. One reason why the… | ||
| scan0248 | Specification revision for Bentley Chassis 12-B-V, Engine Unit Ripple No. 2, detailing changes to the front shock absorbers. | ||
| View original record | 4001F. To Rm. from Rm/CP. c.c. Rm/Wym. Rm/CP.13/LH.20.5.41. Bentley Chassis 12-B-V Engine Unit - Ripple No. 2. Specification of the above Chassis ismrevised as follows :- Work carried out at Clan… | ||
| scan0249 | Specification revision for a Bentley Chassis 12.B.V., detailing changes to the rear axle and hubs. | ||
| View original record | FJH. from Wym/HN/CP. 40 of Chassis Wym/HN/CP. 5/LH. 8.3.44. Bentley Chassis 12.B.V. Engine Unit Ripple No. 2. Specification of the above chassis is revised as follows :- Work carried out at Clan… | ||