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scan0001 Request for a radiator filler cap, mascot, and badge for a Bentley III dummy chassis model being built by Park Ward & Co.
View original record 200B To Rm/FD. Copy to Rm. E/Ev.4/MN.25.2.37. 440 Re Bentley III Radiator. As you know, Messrs. Park Ward & Co. are making up a dummy chassis for the Bentley III complete with radiator, wings, etc.…

scan0002 The design and prototyping of the Bentley III radiator shell and shutters.
View original record SECRET 200/V E/EV.3/MN.25.2. 37. To HY. Copy to Mr. Rm. HFS. RHC. Rm/FD. ----------------- STD (circled) Holea Ru / S17 440 Re Bentley III Radiator. ------------------------ We send herewith LeC.5514…

scan0003 List of features and specifications for the Bentley III model.
View original record 440 FEATURES FOR BENTLEY III. (1) Radiator - general exterior as present Bentley. To be made by Marstons using general construction as used on S.S. Radiator. Fixed shutters etc. This radiator will…

scan0004 Radiator mounting scheme for the Bentley III.
View original record To:- HY. Copies to:- Pa. Rm. RHO. HFS. Rm/Std, E/Ev.1/JH 10-7-37. RADIATOR MOUNTING-BENTLEY III. We send herewith N.Sch:5196 showing the radiator mounting on the front suspension crossmember for…

scan0005 Water thermostat scheme for a Bentley III, comparing two designs.
View original record To E/Da. from Rm/Std. c. to E/Jnr. 440. 200B Rm/Std.3/AP.10.7.37 As requested verbally by E/Jnr. we send you herewith Rm.412 which shows the water thermostat scheme which we recommend for Bentley III…

scan0006 The radiator mounting on the front suspension crossmember for the Bentley III.
View original record 200B HHO. TO:- BY. Copies to:-Da. Rm. RHC. HPS. Rm/Std, E/Ev.1/JH 10-7-37. RADIATOR MOUNTING-BENTLEY III. We send herewith N.Sch:5196 showing the radiator mounting on the front suspension crossmember…

scan0007 Cost-saving radiator modification for the Bentley III and proposing a new steam valve.
View original record To Dy. from Am/Std. c. Da. c. Ev. With regard to the radiator which you are scheming for Bentley III, we consider that a saving in cost could be effected by using a bottom water outlet inserted into…

scan0008 Drawings for the Bentley 111 radiator, mounting, and steam valve.
View original record [Handwritten] FI E. Dept. Sy. Dept. Fx. Dept. D. Dept. C. Rm. Des. D.O. DA.3/G.28.9.37. [Handwritten] 200B [Illegible signature]/STD 111. BENTLEY/RADIATOR. [Handwritten] 440 Herewith are the following…

scan0009 Recommendation to reproduce a Vee baffle scheme for a Bentley III radiator.
View original record To Da. from Rm/Std. X 2006. 440 c. By. Rm/Std.10/MH.1.10.37. Referring to scheme PD.18, we think that it would be advisable to reproduce exactly the Vee baffle scheme shown on SCD.92 (except for the…

scan0010 Requesting a version of the PD.19 scheme for the Wraith radiator to test its construction.
View original record 200B. H40 To By. from Rm/Std. c. Da. Rm/Std.11/MR.1.10.37. BOTTOM WATER CONNECTIONS - WRAITH III AND BENTLEY III. We would like to have a version of PD.19 scheme for the Wraith radiator so that we can…

scan0011 Letter to Messrs Serck Radiators Ltd. requesting a quotation for radiator matrices in lots of 1000 and 5000.
View original record 1280 200B 7th December 1937. Rm/Std.2/AP. 440. Messrs Serck Radiators Ltd., Warwick Road, BIRMINGHAM 11. Dear Sirs, We would like your quotation for supplying radiator matrices to attached prints…

scan0012 Letter requesting a quotation from Messrs Galley Ltd. for supplying radiator matrices in different lot sizes.
View original record [Handwritten top center: 12.00 200B] [Handwritten top right: 4140.] December 7th. 1937. Rm/Std.3/AP. Messrs Galley Ltd., 103-109 Scrubs Lane, Willesden, LONDON N.W.10. Dear Sirs, We would like your…

scan0013 Requesting the production of undersheets for Wraith and B.III chassis, changing the material from aluminium to steel.
View original record To HPS. from Rm/Std. 200B. also X 10HH 446. Rm/Std.3/MH.7.12.37. UNDERSHEETS - B.III AND B.50. We wish to try a set of undersheets similar to those which you have made for 28.G.VI and as a model for…

scan0014 Proposing a modification to the Bentley 111 radiator grille support and starting handle tunnel.
View original record EE/NS c. Rm/Std. 200b DA.2/G.S.12.37. Colut RM/SM BENTLEY 111. RADIATOR. 440. It has been found necessary to modify the lower support of the grille on this radiator, the type shewn on FD.13 being…

scan0015 Letter from Serck Radiators Limited acknowledging an enquiry for radiator matrices and advising of a delay.
View original record B~I RAD. ON ADMIRALTY LIST 200B TELEGRAMS: "SERCKRAD" TELEPHONE: VICTORIA 0531 (5 LINES) CODES: ABC 5TH & 6TH EDITIONS WESTERN UNION 5 LETTER LONDON SUDBURY CHESTER CARDIFF MANCHESTER…

scan0016 Quotation from Gallay Ltd. for the supply of tinned copper gilled radiator blocks.
View original record DIRECTORS: L. T. DELANEY D. C. DELANEY C. T. DELANEY GALLAY LTD. SUCCESSORS TO GALLAY RADIATOR CO LTD AUTOMOBILE, AVIATION and GENERAL SHEET METAL WORK, ETC. Specialists in Light Alloys, Radiators,…

scan0017 Quotation from Serck Radiators Limited for three types of radiator centres.
View original record ON ADMIRALTY LIST TELEGRAMS: 'SERCKRAD' TELEPHONE: VICTORIA 0531 (5 LINES) LONDON SUDBURY CHESTER CARDIFF MANCHESTER NEWCASTLE-ON-TYNE SOUTHAMPTON GLASGOW MAIDSTONE BRIGHTON BELFAST KILMARNOCK…

scan0018 Letter to Serck Radiators Ltd. regarding unfavourable price quotations for a radiator centre and arranging a meeting.
View original record Rm/Std.7/WH. 14th. December 1937. Messrs. Serck Radiators Ltd., Warwick Road, Birmingham, 11. For the attention of Mr. C.L.Terry. Dear Sirs, We have received your letter of the 10th. inst., for which…

scan0019 Letter to Messrs. Gallay Ltd. declining a quotation for a matrix due to the price being too high.
View original record Rm/Std.8/MH. Y 200B 440. 14th. December 1937. Messrs. Gallay Ltd., Vulcan Works, Edgware Road, Cricklewood, London, N.W.2. For the attention of Mr. S.Pope. Dear Sirs, Referring to your letter of 9th.…

scan0020 Letter from Gallay Ltd. discussing their patented radiator matrix, offering samples for comparison, and mentioning government recommendations.
View original record DIRECTORS: L. T. DELANEY D. C. DELANEY C. T. DELANEY GALLAY LTD. SUCCESSORS TO GALLAY RADIATOR CO LTD AUTOMOBILE, AVIATION AND GENERAL SHEET METAL WORK, ETC. Specialists in Light Alloys, Radiators,…

scan0021 From Gallay Ltd. detailing the special features of their non-erodible radiator core, patent number 398,110.
View original record DIRECTORS: L. T. DELANEY D. C. DELANEY C. T. DELANEY GALLAY LTD. TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 2201-2-3 Successors to GALLAY RADIATOR CO LTD AUTOMOBILE, AVIATION and GENERAL SHEET METAL WORK, ETC. Specialists…

scan0022 Alternative radiator grille constructions for the Bentley III following criticisms.
View original record BL/ES. c. Rm/Std. DA.10/G.17.12.37. BENTLEY III. RADIATOR. In view of Marstons criticisms of the radiator grille construction, we have investigated some alternatives. Rm/Std. will take them up with…

scan0023 Requesting a decision on the most economical and practical dummy shutter mounting scheme for the B.III Radiator.
View original record 2008 To RHC. from Rm/Std. Rm/Std.4/MH.4.1.38. B.III RADIATOR. H H D Will you please let us know as soon as possible which of the dummy shutter mounting schemes (PD.78 and PD.79) is the most economical…

scan0024 Preferred scheme for a dummy shutter mounting for the B.III radiator.
View original record To By. from Rm/Std. c. Da. c. RHC. 8 200b. H 40 DUMMY SHUTTER MOUNTING FOR B.III. PD.78 and PD.79. Messrs. Marstons have indicated their preference for PD.79 scheme for this mounting. They think that…

scan0025 Prints of documents PD.78 and PD.79 for criticism.
View original record To By/NS. from Rm/Std. 200b. H40 Rm/Std.5/AP.6.1.38 y In connection with Rm/Std.4/MH.6.1.38, will you please supply prints of PD.78 and PD.79 to RHC/CAN for criticism. Rm/Std.

scan0026 Letter from Gallay Ltd. following up on a quotation and enquiry for Radiator Matrices.
View original record 1280, 200B DIRECTORS: L. T. DELANEY D. C. DELANEY C. T. DELANEY GALLAY LTD. SUCCESSORS TO GALLAY RADIATOR CO LTD TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 2201-2-3 AUTOMOBILE, AVIATION AND GENERAL SHEET METAL WORK, ETC.…

scan0027 Blueprints for the Bentley 111 Radiator's modified grill fixing and requesting instructions.
View original record E. Dept. c. RHC/CAN. c. Rm/Std. 200B BENTLEY 111. RADIATOR. We send you herewith two blueprints of PD.79 Modified Grill Fixing. We also send a copy of memo Ds.10/G. 17.12.37. The issue of this scheme…

scan0028 Requesting the procurement of a Bentley III radiator, to be modified by John Marston Ltd. and fitted to the first B.III chassis.
View original record To HPS. from Rm/Std. 200b 440 Will you please obtain one Bentley III radiator matrix and bottom tank (assembled complete with all fittings except outlet pipe) and forward same to Messrs. John Marston…

scan0029 Urgent need for details on the shutter mounting for the Bentley III radiator.
View original record To By. c. toDa. Rm/Std.2/JH.11.1.38. 440 In view of the fact that the details for shutter mounting on Bentley III radiator are urgently required, will you please detail this to PD.79 as indicated in…

scan0030 Standardization of the top baffle for the Wraith & B.III radiator top tanks.
View original record To By. from Rm/Std. G. RHC. c. HPS. 2006 also 640 440 TOP BAFFLE FOR WRAITH & B.III RADIATOR TOP TANKS. As detailed at the moment, the top baffles mentioned above are different on Wraith and B.III…

scan0031 Correcting transposed scheme numbers regarding dummy radiator shutters for the Bentley III.
View original record By & Rn. C.C. to Des. 260A S-D/440 RHC/SB.3/MC.13.1.38. W de R / 15/2 DUMMY RADIATOR SHUTTERS - BENTLEY III. Will you please note that the scheme numbers were accidently transposed in the last…

scan0032 Letter to Gallay Ltd. declining to test their matrix product due to inferior performance and excessive price.
View original record 1280 200B H40 Rm/Std.3/MH. 20th. January 1938. Messrs.Gallay Ltd., Vulcan Works, Edgware Road, Cricklewood, London. N.W.2. For the attention of Mr.S.Peplin. Dear Sirs, Referring to your letter of 6th.…

scan0033 Letter from Gallay Ltd. regarding the superiority of their radiator block and offering a sample.
View original record DIRECTORS: L. T. DELANEY D. C. DELANEY C. T. DELANEY GALLAY LTD. SUCCESSORS TO GALLAY RADIATOR CO LTD AUTOMOBILE, AVIATION AND GENERAL SHEET METAL WORK, ETC. Specialists in Light Alloys, Radiators,…

scan0034 Letter from Gallay Ltd. to Mr. C. S. Steadman quoting reduced prices for blocks for specific quantities.
View original record GALLAY LTD., (Cont.) For the attention of Mr. C. S. Steadman. MESSRS. ROLLS ROYCE LTD. 21st JANUARY, 1938 The type of block used by this firm up to the present is a considerably more expensive one…

scan0035 Letter from Gallay Ltd. announcing the opening of new works and promoting their automotive and aviation components.
View original record DIRECTORS: L. T. DELANEY D. C. DELANEY C. T. DELANEY GALLAY LTD. SUCCESSORS TO GALLAY RADIATOR CO LTD TELEPHONE; WILLESDEN 3911-2-3 AUTOMOBILE, AVIATION AND GENERAL SHEET METAL WORK, ETC. Specialists…

scan0036 Requesting an official order for work completed on a Bentley III bottom tank and matrix by a third-party.
View original record To Roy. from Rm/Std. c. G/JWH. 240 8 200B H40 Rm/Std.3/MH.21.1.38. We have had a Bentley III bottom tank (EB.3514) dip soldered on to a B.III matrix (EB.3513) by Messrs. John Marston Ltd. We sent them…

scan0037 Notification of new blueprints for a modified top baffle and altered top tank for the Bentley III Chassis radiator.
View original record To: [text crossed out] O/V [text crossed out] C/R ENG/GAN [text crossed out] c. Rm/Std. 2006 HHD BY/CS2/EH.22.1.38. Re Bentley III Chassis - Radiator & Fittings - See;5250. Modified Top Baffle. Please…

scan0038 Cost-saving change to the riveting method for the B.III radiator steam valve.
View original record To By. from Rm/Std. 200B. 440 Rm/Std.5/AP.27.1.38 STEAM VALVE - B.III. RADIATOR. At the moment the steam valve of the above radiator has been detailed from the scheme so that the two halves of the…

scan0039 Quotation letter from Gallay Ltd. concerning various types of radiator blocks.
View original record DIRECTORS: L.T. DELANEY D.C. DELANEY C.T. DELANEY GALLAY LTD. SUCCESSORS TO GALLAY RADIATOR Cº LTD AUTOMOBILE, AVIATION AND GENERAL SHEET METAL WORK, ETC. Specialists in Light Alloys, Radiators,…

scan0040 Letter to Messrs Gallay Ltd. inviting them to submit quotations for alternative radiator cores.
View original record 440 +280 200B February 1st.1938 Rm/Std.2/AP. Messrs Gallay Ltd., Vulcan Works, Edgware Road, Cricklewood, LONDON N.W.2. For the attention of Mr. L.T.Delaney. Dear Sirs, We have received your letter of…

scan0041 The design and assembly of Wraith & B.III radiator matrix units.
View original record To By. from Rm/Std. c. Da. c. RHC. WRAITH & B.III RADIATOR MATRIX UNITS. The bottom tanks detailed for both above radiators have been designed with the purpose of having them dip soldered to the…

scan0042 Quotation from Gallay Ltd. for five alternative types of radiator cores for drawing No. EB. 3513.
View original record GALLAY LTD. DIRECTORS: L. T. DELANEY B. S. DELANEY C. T. DELANEY SUCCESSORS TO GALLAY RADIATOR CO LTD AUTOMOBILE, AVIATION AND GENERAL SHEET METAL WORK, ETC. Specialists in Light Alloys, Radiators,…

scan0043 Scheme for fixing the radiator stay on the first experimental Bentley 111 car.
View original record HY/NS c. Rm. 2006 DA.16/G.7.2.38. BENTLEY 111. RADIATOR. Please receive herewith the following scheme :- F.CD.461 Fixing for Radiator Stay. The above scheme shews a centre radiator stay for the…

scan0044 Instructing on the standardization of radiator parts for the B.III model to align with the Wraith model.
View original record To By. from Rm/Std. c. Da. c. HPS. Rm/Std.6/AP.8.2.38 440. B.III. RADIATOR. In order to bring the Wraith and B.III. radiators into line as far as possible, will you please scheme, detail and instruct…

scan0045 Request for cost figures for B.III Radiator parts for comparison with outside firms.
View original record 200b also 1260 To G/Rb. from Rm/Std. Rm/Std.5/MH.8.2.38. 440 - B.III RADIATOR - Sec.5250, LOP.EB.3700. Will you please let us have the following cost figures as soon as they are available, for…

scan0046 Parts list and factory cost breakdown for a shell and shutter assembly.
View original record -2- Cover - steam valve EB.3609. Steam escape pipe EB.3681. Anchor piece - top tank EB.3624. Stiffener - top tank anchorage EB.3706. Rivets Anchorage Flange (4) .093 dia. KB.1813. Baffle top tank (8)…

scan0047 Letter to Gallay Ltd. regarding quotations and the testing of various core samples with specific drawing references.
View original record 1280 2003 440 Rm/Std.4/MH. 9th. February 1938. Messrs. Gallay Ltd., Vulcan Works, Edgware Road, Cricklewood, LONDON, N.W.2. For the attention of Mr.L.T.Delaney. Dear Sirs, We are in receipt of your…

scan0048 Manufacturing fault with the B.III radiator's dummy shutter set, detailing incorrect vane positioning causing inadequate cooling.
View original record 200b To HPS. from Rm/Std. c. By. Rm/Std.3/AP.9.2.38 440. B.III. - FIRST RADIATOR. We have examined the dummy shutter set which is being built for the first B.III. radiator and observe that now that…

scan0049 Letter from Gallay Ltd. to Rolls Royce Ltd. concerning different types of radiator blocks.
View original record DIRECTORS: L.T. DELANEY D.C. DELANEY C.T. DELANEY GALLAY LTD. Successors to GALLAY RADIATOR CO LTD AUTOMOBILE, AVIATION AND GENERAL SHEET METAL WORK, ETC. Specialists in Light Alloys, Radiators,…

scan0050 Part updates for the Bentley III Chassis water connections and radiator fittings.
View original record [Handwritten] 200B 440 - [Stamped] SD [Stamped, partially illegible] c. Rm/Std. BY/CS1/EH.16.2.38. [Handwritten] with Phy/1512 Re Bentley III Chassis. Water Connections - Section 5190. Radiator &…

scan0051 Cost breakdown and recommendation for Wraith and B.III radiator bottom tanks and matrix units.
View original record To Roy. from Rm/Std. c. RHC. c. Hs. 200B also 640 440 WRAITH AND B.III RADIATOR BOTTOM TANKS & MATRIX UNITS. Further to our Rm/Std.2/MH.19.2.38, Messrs. Marston have now given Rm/Std. precise figures…

scan0052 Revisions to the front engine mounting and bottom water connection for the Bentley 111.
View original record BY/NS. c. to Rm. c. to Hm/Std. c. to Da/JD. BENTLEY 111 - REVISED FRONT ENGINE MOUNTING AND BOTTOM WATER CONNECTION TO RADIATOR (TO SUIT REVISED CHASSIS FRAME TO PD.76). Please receive herewith…

scan0053 Letter from Gallay Ltd. regarding undipped samples of radiator blocks and their construction.
View original record GALLAY LTD. DIRECTORS: L.T. DELANEY D.C. DELANEY C.T. DELANEY SUCCESSORS TO GALLAY RADIATOR CO LTD. AUTOMOBILE, AVIATION AND GENERAL SHEET METAL WORK, ETC. Specialists in Light Alloys, Radiators,…

scan0054 From Gallay Ltd. detailing the features of their non-erodible radiator core, patent number 398,110.
View original record DIRECTORS: L. T. DELANEY D. G. DELANEY C. T. DELANEY GALLAY LTD. Successors to GALLAY RADIATOR CO LTD AUTOMOBILE, AVIATION AND GENERAL SHEET METAL WORK, ETC. Specialists in Light Alloys, Radiators,…

scan0055 Diagrams illustrating a Gallay 1934 type non-erodible radiator core, showing front, plan, and side views.
View original record PATENT N° 398,110 GALLAY RADIATOR CORE. (1934 TYPE NON-ERODIBLE) FIG. 1. FRONT VIEW SHOWING INTERLOCKED RADIATION GILLS (FINS) FIG. 2. PLAN VIEW SHOWING ARRANGEMENT OF FLAT TUBES FIG. 3. SIDE VIEW…

scan0056 Letter to a supplier regarding the performance of their matrix block samples and an offer to test an improved version.
View original record 2006 440 Rm/Std.2/AP. March 2nd.1938 Messrs Gallay Ltd., Vulcan Works, Edgware Road, Cricklewood, LONDON N.W.2. For the attention of Mr.L.T.Delaney. Dear Sirs, We have received the samples of your…

scan0057 Preliminary cooling tests for the 7.B.V. car, comparing matrix sizes and performance against the B.III and B.50 models.
View original record To Hy. from Rm/Std. c. Hs. c. Da. c. Da/Ev. Rm/Std.10/MH.29.3.38. 440 also 1044 MATRIX SIZE - B.III AND B.50. We have carried out preliminary cooling tests on 7.B.V. in order to determine the adequacy…

scan0058 Revision of the 'Standard of Cooling' based on hot weather tests and radiator matrix specifications.
View original record -2- We have considered the question of revising our "Standard of Cooling" and particularly in the light of experience with 15,000 miles tests in hot weather in France etc., and with a view to…

scan0059 Requesting an official order for a radiator matrix from Messrs. Serck Radiators Ltd.
View original record To Roy. from Rm/Std. c. O/JWH. 440. Rm/Std.1/MH.21.5.38. BIII. RADIATOR - O/N.52444. Will you please send an official order to Messrs.Serck Radiators Ltd. for one radiator matrix S.T.Block, B type,…

scan0060 The procurement and modification of water hose connections for B.III and B.50 chassis.
View original record HHO 8 aho BHO To HPS. from Rm/Std. c.c. Rm/IMW. Rm/Std.6/MH.25.5.38. B.III & B.50 WATER CONNECTIONS. Will you please note that curved hose connections EB.3748 and EB.3848 are required on each B.50 and…

scan0061 Despatch of a B.III radiator matrix unit to Messrs. Clayton Dewandre Ltd. for testing.
View original record 440 To D/BP. from Rm/Std. c. Hd/FC. Rm/Std.9/MH.15.6.38. We are sending into the Despatch Stores one B.III radiator matrix unit comprising matrix and top and bottom tanks. Will you please forward this…

scan0062 Dispatch of a B.III radiator matrix unit for return to a supplier after testing.
View original record 8 440 To D/BP. from Rm/Std. c. Hq/FC. Rm/Std.15/MH.29.6.38. We are sending into the Despatch Stores one B.III radiator matrix unit consisting of matrix and top and bottom tanks. This has been to…

scan0063 Standardisation and issues found with B.II and B.III dummy shutter sets.
View original record 440 also 240. To Ry. from Rm/Std. c. RHC. c. Roy. c. Da. B.II AND B.III DUMMY SHUTTER SETS. When the B.II dummy shutter set was standardised for 'M' series production, an arrangement drawing (IB.3416)…

scan0064 Modifications to drill jigs for a stiffener, associated costs, and instructions for production.
View original record -2- Rm/Std.1/MH.4.7.38. It now transpires that the stiffener has been detailed for a .436 centre gap - the only alterations necessary on B.II to get the same gap are modified drill jigs for shutter…

scan0065 Revised shell for the Bentley 3 radiator.
View original record To Da. from Ev. c. Rm. Ev/Std. 440 STD Da/Ev.17/G.8.9.38. RE: BENTLEY 3. RADIATOR SHELL. hsh/my We send herewith PD.250 (3 sheets) shewing the revised shell for the B.3 Radiator, having a facial slope…

scan0066 Misaligned moulded rubber hose water connection on the 8.B.V. car.
View original record J 440. To By/CS. from Rm/Std. Rm/Std.4/MH.6.10.38. B.III TOP WATER CONNECTIONS. We note that the moulded rubber hose water connection (on 8.B.V. car) which connects the thermostat outlet to the…

scan0067 Issuance of new blueprints for water connections on Bentley III & 50 chassis.
View original record To: [REDACTED] c. Rm/Std. [REDACTED] File B in Radius 440 BY/CS2/EH.14.10.38. Re Bentley III & Bentley 50 Chassis. Water Connections - Section 5190. Specification Rm/std.7/MH.20.9.38. hMthy/sm 400.…

scan0068 The dispatch of EB.3782 brackets to a supplier, Messrs Marstons, for the Bentley III Radiator.
View original record 440 To [strikethrough]D/BE.[/strikethrough] from HPS/WSC. [strikethrough]Rd/EC.[/strikethrough] [strikethrough]6/Rh.[/strikethrough] Rm/Std. HPS/WSC. 8/BA.17.10.38. O/52440. Bentley III Radiator.…

scan0069 Instruction regarding a blueprint for altered radiator shutters on the Bentley II chassis.
View original record To Rm/Std. File BII Radiators - 440 BY/CS1/EH.29.10.38. Re Bentley II Chassis - Radiator Shutters - Sec:5251. Please receive herewith blue print of:- Withy/SID EB.3416 Shutters altered as per…

scan0070 The durometer hardness required for radiator mounting blocks on B.III & B.50 models.
View original record HHO also SHO γ To HPS. from Rm/Std. Rm/Std.6/MH.1.11.38. B.III & B.50 RADIATOR MOUNTING BLOCKS - FIRESTONE NO. 625. With regard to the Fireston standard rubber blocks No.625 used for supporting our…

scan0071 Blueprints for Bentley V. engine undersheets.
View original record 440 BY/NS. c. Rm. DA.5/G.23.12.38. BENTLEY V. UNDERSHEETS. STEADMAN Please receive herewith blueprints of C.CD.1062 (2 sheets) shewing the engine undersheets for the above car, which have been evolved…

scan0072 Comparing quotations for Bentley V radiators and analysing cost differences against the Jaguar radiator.
View original record To By. c Rm. c RHC c Hs. c Roy. c Da. c Da/Ev. STD F DODD ? HHO Roy/Les 1/ER 29.12.38 hli R 15/09 lulea FD Bentley V. Radiators. We have received the following quotations for Bentley V radiators…

scan0073 The stabilised design of the Bentley 5 radiator, confirming no proposed modifications.
View original record 440 ROY/Les. c. Rm. c. Da/Ev. BY.3/G.5.1.39. BENTLEY 5. RADIATORS Roy/Les.1/ER.29.12.38. I know of no proposed modifications which would affect the form or dimensions of the Bentley radiator as at…

scan0074 Bonnet valance with a cross-reference to another file.
View original record Rm. 440. Da.4/G.13.1.39 10. B.5. & 3.B.50. Bonnet valance see file 1026.

scan0075 Instruction to ensure that B.V. and B.50 bonnets are fitted according to a specific scheme.
View original record 440 also 840 To NPS. from Rm/Std. Rm/Std.9/WH.10.1.39. BONNET - B.V. AND B.50. Will you please ensure that any future B.V. or B.50 bonnets fitted up are to scheme FCD.1113 - 3.B.50 should have the…

scan0076 Instruction detailing the required length for headlamp support tubes for cars fitted with Paulin type helmet wings.
View original record BY/NS. c. Rm. c. Rm/Std. c. Rm/FD. 440 DA.10/G.16.1.39. RE: 11.B.5 and 12.B.5. These cars are being equipped with a special type of helmet wing of the Paulin type. The headlamp support tubes as…

scan0077 Two required modifications to the B.V. Radiator before production release.
View original record 440 To By. from Rm/Std. c. By/NS. c. Da/Ev. c. Rm/IMW. Rm/Std.5/MH.19.1.39. B.V. RADIATOR. Before the above radiator is released for production, there are two modifications which we think should be…

scan0078 The material specification for B.V. steering tubes for the first 50 chassis.
View original record 440 To By. from Rm/FJH. c. Da. c. By/NS. Rm/FJH.8/MR.23.1.39. B.V. STEERING. The cross and side steering tubes have recently been released for the first 50 chassis. We think that the tubes should be…

scan0079 Alteration note for a B.V. Radiator, detailing changes to the radiator shell.
View original record B.V. Radiator. HHO TO Rm/FJH. ALTERATION (1) These piece numbers were originally PD.250 and PD.249 respectively. (2) The bottom edge a front altered, and two .201 dia. holes deleted. (3) Holes for…

scan0080 List of Parts (LOP) for the radiator and shutters on an experimental Bentley V model, detailing new and replaced components.
View original record TO Rm/FJH. SHEET No. 100378-2S4 KALAMAZOO PATENT 'CUT-AWAY' SHEET, BRIT. PAT. 375964 1931 New Piece | NO. OFF | Title | Mat'l | MADE | Replaced No. | NO. OFF | MADE EB.4559 | 2. | Seating (Head Lamp)…

scan0081 Alteration notice continued for a Bentley V model, detailing part changes for the radiator, shutters, and bonnet.
View original record ALTERATION 3839/E.s.s. CONTINUED. TO New Piece | NO. OFF | Title | Mat'l | MADE | Replaced No. | NO. OFF | MADE --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- - | - | 2BA. F.S.Washer(Handle Housing…

scan0082 Alteration sheet detailing part changes for the Bentley V. (Expl.) model's radiator and shutters.
View original record ALTERATION 3839/E.s.s. CONTINUED. SHEET No. 100378-284 Kalamazoo PATENT "CUT-AWAY" SHEET, BRIT. PAT. 375964 1931 TO R.R. 278 TITLE TO BE INSERTED BELOW LEVEL OF ASTERISK New Piece NO. OFF Title Mat'l…

scan0083 Alteration note detailing the addition of holes to a Yoke and Carrier Brackets to facilitate fitting of a Radiator Conduit.
View original record TO Rm/FJH. R.R. 281 SHEET NO. 100381-158 Kalamazoo PATENT "CUT-AWAY" SHEET BRIT. PAT. 375994, 1931 TITLE TO BE INSERTED BELOW LEVEL OF ASTERISK ALTERATION EB.3983. 4 holes added with packing piece…

scan0084 Alteration to the Stiffening Bracket (EB.4180) replacing a shaped aperture with a round hole.
View original record ALTERATION 20298/E. CONTINUED. ALTERATION EB.4180. Special shaped aperature deleted and replaced by hole .5625+.5 dia. One set of prints attached to Rm/PJH's copy. REASON To facilitate fitting of…

scan0085 Requesting submission of blueprints for a thermostatic relief valve design to the British Thermostat Company for criticism.
View original record H40 Rm/PJH. By/Ald.3/AW.17.2.39. PRESSURE COOLED RADIATOR FOR BENTLEY 111. Please receive herewith 2 Blue Prints of:- SCD. 1178. - Thermostatic Relief Valve for Radiator Tank. Will you kindly arrange…

scan0086 The radiator and shutters for the B.V & B.50 chassis.
View original record 440. ASH. By/CS.4/EH. 23.2.39. B.V & B.50 Chassis. Radiator & shutters.. see file 1280.

scan0087 The B.V & B.50 radiator.
View original record 440. 7JH. By/CS.1/EH. 27.2.39. B.V + B.50. Radiator see file 1280.

scan0088 Request to post radiator parts to Messrs. J. Marston of Wolverhampton for a Bentley M K.V chassis.
View original record HHO To D/BP. [BP is struck through] c. Hd/EC. [EC is struck through] c. Royce. [Royce is struck through] c. Rm/PJH. HPS/WSC.1/PC.22.3.39. U/52440. BENTLEY RADIATOR / M K.V CHASSIS. [M K.V is struck…

scan0089 Hold request for radiator parts for the Bentley V. Chassis for 50 sets.
View original record 440 To Roy. c. G/Rb. c. RHC/GL.(4 copies) c. IA/Skn. c. Hd. c. RHC/Wld. c. BY. c. G/Mt. c. RHC/SS. c. Rm/FJH. BY/CS1/EH.29.3.39. Re Bentley V. Chassis - 50 sets. Radiator, - Section 5250. Please hold…

scan0090 Instruction to proceed with manufacturing lightened type radiator badges for Bentley.
View original record 440 To: Roy/HW Rm. BY/NS7/MG.14.6.39 BENTLEY RADIATOR BADGES Please instruct Messrs. Vaughtons Ltd to proceed with the manufacture of the lightened type Radiator Badge. These badges should be produced…

scan0091 Confirming the dispatch of 4 prints for a RE.583 Bentley Radiator Matrix.
View original record PTS File 440 To Rm/Bd. c. to Rm. Ev/HH.14/JH.18.3.40. In response to your verbal request for further prints of RE.583 Bentley Radiator Matrix, we send you herewith 4 prints. Ev/HH.

scan0092 Request to place an official order with Morris Motors for a Bentley V radiator angle unit.
View original record 440 Les. c to Rm/Col. Rm/Ed.9/CH.21.3.40. Kih radiators re BENTLEY V RADIATORS. Will you please pass an official order to Morris Motors, (Radiator Division), Oxford., for a Bentley V angle unit as per…

scan0093 Letter to The Searle Radiator Co. Ltd. apologising for a delay in sending drawings for a Bentley V radiator.
View original record File Radiators 440 Rm/Ed.S/GH.21.3.40. 21st March 1940. The Searle Radiator Co. Ltd., 53 Bayham Street, Camden Town, LONDON N.W.1. Dear Sirs, FOR THE ATTENTION OF MR. SEARLE.…

scan0094 Amendments to the B.V. Radiator design, referencing drawing RE. 583/1.
View original record 440 FILE To. Rm. c.c. E.V. c.c. Rm/Ed Rm/HH.3/ 25. 4. 40. B. V. Radiator. We send you herewith blueprints of an amended drawing RE. 583/1. We have on this drawing shown the nearness of the top tank to…

scan0095 Follow-up letter to Morris Motors regarding the progress on an experimental Bentley V radiator matrix.
View original record 440 Rm/Col.12/ET. 26th November, 1940. Messrs. MORRIS MOTORS Ltd., Radiators Division, O X F O R D. For the attention of Mr. Dono. Dear Sirs, Some time ago our Mr. Edwards was in communication with…

scan0096 Letter from Morris Motors Radiators Branch regarding a delay in completing the experimental Bentley V radiator matrix.
View original record Handwritten top: Radiator File. Rm/Col. Handwritten top right: 440 TELEPHONE: OXFORD 5232. TELEGRAMS: RADIATOR, OXFORD. MORRIS MOTORS LTD. MORRIS (Regd Trade Mark) VISCOUNT NUFFIELD CHAIRMAN W. M. W.…

scan0097 The Bentley 111 propeller shaft and its centre bearing.
View original record BENTLEY 111 - PROPELLER SHAFT. CENTRE BEARING. Herewith is PD.10, shewing the rubber mounted bearing in the centre of the divided propeller shaft. A standard Hoffman deep groove bearing is shewn, and…

scan0098 Propeller shaft centre bearing for the Bentley 111, discussing modifications for a lowered frame.
View original record BY/HS c. Rm. 200B DA.5/G.11.11.37. 437/ BENTLEY 111 - PROPELLER SHAFT CENTRE BEARING. Herewith is G.CD.209, scheme for the propeller shaft centre bearing showing the modification required to suit the…

scan0099 Design changes to the Propeller Shaft Centre Bearing for the Bentley 111 model.
View original record BY/NS. c. Rm. 2000 437 DA.5/G.23.11.37. FTH FJH PROPELLER SHAFT CENTRE BEARING - BENTLEY 111. We have discussed this bearing with Hardy Spicer & Co., and have made a few slight changes to meet their…

scan0100 The propeller shaft crossmember and centre bearing for the Bentley 111.
View original record C. RM. DA.10/C.24.11.37. 200L 437 BENTLEY 111. PROPELLER SHAFT. SECTION 6110. We send you herewith the tracing of the crossmember for the propeller shaft centre bearing C.CD.213. This scheme shows the…

scan0101 Confirming a design modification for the Bentley III propeller shaft to use a die-cast housing instead of pressings.
View original record F.J. HARDY .200B 434. To Da. from HPS. c. to Rm. RAH HPS.8/VS.2.12.37. BENTLEY III PROPELLER SHAFTS. This is to confirm that you will modify the design of the propeller shaft/centre bearing with a…

scan0102 The arrangement and manufacture of the Bentley 111 divided propeller shaft.
View original record BT/NS c. Rm. 200B DA.6/G.2.12.37. 437. A/H BENTLEY 111 - PROPELLER SHAFT. Herewith is G.CD.261 Arrangement of the Divided Propeller Shaft, using the rubber mounted bearing G.CD.247. The two halves of…

scan0103 Proposed alternative, more economical bearing housing for the Bentley III propeller shaft.
View original record BI/NS. c. Rm. c. HPS. c. RHC/CAN. DA.15/G.13.12.38. HH. 437. Q oob BENTLEY III. PROPELLER SHAFT. At HPS's request we have schemed as an alternative bearing housing to that shown on G.CD.213 and…

scan0104 Suggesting modifications to the propeller shaft centre bearing covers to address noise magnification.
View original record EX/DRS. c. Rm. 437 DA.5/G.13.6.38. WALLER what i.w. Sch.3 to be tried first. 7.B.I. B.111. CHASSIS. PROPELLER SHAFT. Please receive herewith G.CD.723 shewing several alternative modifications to the…

scan0105 Suggesting replacing adjusting washers with packing plates for the Bentley III propeller shaft centre bearing assembly.
View original record To Da. from HPS/LK. c. BY. c. Rm. c. BY/NS. 437 FJH 7/4 HPS/LK.1/VS.15.10.38. BENTLEY III. PROPELLER SHAFT CENTRE BEARING G.CD.289. When assembling the centre bearing to the above scheme it is…

scan0106 Design alteration for the Bentley 111 propeller shaft centre bearing.
View original record H 37. BY/NS. C. BY. c. Rm. C. HPS. DA.11/G.18.10.38. FJH BENTLEY 111. PROPELLER SHAFT CENTRE BEARING. G.CD.289. Referring to HPS./LK.1/VS.15.10.38. the thin adjusting washers were proposed because it…

scan0107 Request to examine a failed spider from a Bentley III propellor shaft for hardness and depth of case.
View original record 437 also 400b. To H1/EW. Rm/FJH.10/JH.3.11.38. BENTLEY III PROPELLOR SHAFT. We have handed to you a spider from the Hardy Spicer prop. shaft of 8.B.V, which has failed on two of the needle bearings…

scan0108 Modifications to the B.111 chassis propeller shaft, including larger joints and couplings.
View original record c. Rm. 437 DA.16/G.5.12.38. B.111. CHASSIS. Please receive herewith :- G.CD.1061 Propeller Shaft with larger joints. The front propeller shaft has a larger joint at the front end, this calls for a…

scan0109 Fitting 1350 type joints to B.V's and B.50's models and ordering the necessary parts.
View original record 437 and 837 To HPS. from Rm/Gry. c. By/CRL. c. Roy/Les. Rm/Gry.4/MH.22.12.38. PROPELLOR SHAFTS. We wish to get the 1350 type joint on all B.V's and B.50's. The design drawing for this is OCD.1061. The…

scan0110 Request for blueprints and parts for a Bentley V Chassis propeller shaft, to reduce vibration.
View original record 457 HRS. C.P. C. Rm. By/Ald.1/AW.27.3.39. BENTLEY V CHASSIS. PROPELLER SHAFT - SECTION 6110. Please receive herewith blue prints of the following:- EAS.1552 - Housing for Rubber - Prop.shaft centre…

scan0111 Confirming a request to sketch a fully insulated propeller shaft centre bearing based on a General Motors patent.
View original record 487 To By/Ald. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.3/MH.30.3.39. This is to confirm our having asked you to make a sketch of a fully insulated propellor shaft centre bearing to be tried on B.V., on the lines of the…

scan0112 Parts list and blueprint request related to the Bentley V Chassis propeller shaft.
View original record 437 HPS. c. Rm. c. Rm/Gry. (struck through) c. Dav (struck through) By/Ald.1/AW.1.4.39. BENTLEY V CHASSIS. PROPELLER SHAFT - SECTION 6110. Please receive herewith 2 blue prints of each of the…

scan0113 Requesting an update on pieces needed for a Bentley Propellor Shaft, referencing drawing SCD.1277.
View original record Y 437. 400a + 400d To HPS. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.2/MH.6.4.39. BENTLEY PROPELLOR SHAFT. Will you please let us know as soon as you have made the necessary pieces to SCD.1277 as we want to get these on…

scan0114 Reporting a B.V. propeller shaft centre bearing failure and proposing testing of new bearings.
View original record 437. To By. from Rm/Gry. c. Da. c. Da/Hdy. c. Da/EV. Rm/Gry.5/MH.11.5.39. B.V. PROPELLOR SHAFT. We have to report a failure at about 5000 miles on 9.B.V. of the prop. shaft centre bearing. It had run…

scan0115 Design change to a propeller shaft centre bearing.
View original record BY/HS. c. Rm. HBY. DA.14/G.6.6.39. PROPELLER SHAFT CENTRE BEARING. B.5. Please receive G.CD.1389 Propeller Shaft Centre Bearing with increased capacity for grease. The bearing is the same as before,…

scan0116 Elimination of B.V. propellor shaft vibration by adjusting the rear axle.
View original record 437. To Da. from Rm/Gry. c. By. c. Da/Hdy. Rm/Gry.4/MH.26.6.39. B.V. PROPELLOR SHAFT. We know that for a given number of passengers we can eliminate the drive prop shaft vibration at 50 m.p.h. by…

scan0117 Delayed release of a propeller shaft (10BV) due to ongoing tests.
View original record 437. HPS/WSC. from Rm. Rm2/R.21.7.39. spec. filing Replying to your HPS/WSC.7/BA.19.7.39., 10BV is at present being used for important propeller shaft tests, and will not be released for the…

scan0118 Instruction regarding the Propeller Shaft Centre Bearing for the Bentley V 'A' Series.
View original record H3Y To. BY/OBL. Rm. Lee. RHO/McG. BY/NS.2/E.15.8.39. BENTLEY V. "A" SERIES. PROPELLER SHAFT CENTRE BEARING. Please instruct the Propeller Shaft Centre Bearing to G.CD.1464., for use on the Bentley V.…

scan0119 On the necessity and technical details of an improved universal joint for the Bentley V chassis.
View original record [Handwritten top right]: 431. [Handwritten left margin]: FJH [Handwritten top centre]: GRY. I got this written Rm [Handwritten signature over title]: J.H. BENTLEY V. UNIVERSAL JOINT. There must be no…

scan0120 Correcting 'propellor shaft periods' when a vehicle is loaded with four people.
View original record 437 + 1245 W/P. To Sr. from Rm. Rm.4/MH.14.3.40. PROPELLOR SHAFT PERIODS. You may find that your B.V. will have a propellor shaft period when loaded up with 4 people. If it is free from this trouble…

scan0121 Requesting a design and details for a raised crown piston to be compared against an Aerolite version.
View original record 436 also 1250. Da. From Rm/Swdl. c. Da/McS. c. By/CS. Rm/Swdl1/R.17.8.38. Will you please issue a design and details for a raised crown piston which otherwise is as the standard split skirt piston…

scan0122 Request to fit an experimental set of pistons to a B.III No.1 Unit.
View original record 436. To HPS. Rm/CTS.18/JH.22.11.38. Will you please fit one experimental set of pistons Rm.522 identification TA6 to B.III No.1 Unit. Rm/CTS.

scan0123 Revisions to the Bentley 111 High Compression Split Piston design.
View original record BY/NS c. Rm. a. Rm/OTS. 436 DA.12/G.8.12.38. Swde Lilo BENTLEY 111 - HIGH COMPRESSION SPLIT PISTON. Please receive herewith :- E.CD.1090 Revised High Compression Split Piston - Bentley 111. The normal…

scan0124 Reduction in piston dimensions for the Wraith engine to safeguard against big end failure.
View original record COPY. To HY. c. to Da. c. to Mx. Rm/CTS.3/JH.2.12.38. PISTONS. With further reference to our memo ref. Rm/CTS. 6/JH.22.11.38. We have now brought the dimension of lands of the RR. piston in line with…

scan0125 Compression ratio for the B.V. model, detailing the use of raised crown pistons and comparing performance.
View original record 436 & 1256 By. from Rm. c. Hs. c. Da. c. MX. Rm1/R.9.2.39. COMPRESSION RATIO FOR B.V. Our present compression ratio on B.II is 6.5-1. As the raised crown piston enabled us to raise the compression…

scan0126 Bentley V piston road tests with an increased compression ratio to improve engine performance.
View original record Rm/FD. from Rm/FD. Rm/FD2/R.9.2.39. BENTLEY V. PISTON TESTS. We have carried out a series of road tests on the Bentley V. with increased compression ratio, our object being to improve the snap…

scan0127 Graph of the governor advance curve for a Delco-Remy distributor on 7:1 compression pistons.
View original record 7.B.5 DELCO DISTRIBUTOR CURVE FOR 7:1 COMP. PISTONS GOVERNOR ADVANCE CURVE OF DELCO - REMY DISTRIBUTOR OFF 7 B.V Nº 656 R - X 194 MODIFIED FOR B II UNITS DEGREES ADVANCE LIMIT LIMIT DISTRIBUTOR SPEED…

scan0128 Specification for a D.CD.1373 Distributor with a vernier adjustment unit adapted for a B.V. engine.
View original record BY/NS. c. Rm. 436 DA.8/G.19.5.39. B.V. WITH 7 - 1 PISTONS. Herewith D.CD.1373 Distributor with vernier adjustment to suit above. The scheme shows a Vernier adjuster unit adapted to a RR. Distributor.…

scan0129 Development of a governor curve to suit 7-1-raised crown pistons for 8 B.V and 7 B.V engines.
View original record H36. By. Rm/1RW.3/NH. 1.6.39. B.V. Development of governor. curve to suit 7-1-raised crown pistons - 8.B.V + 7-B.V. file 400b.

scan0130 Engine detonation tests and ordering pistons with a 6 1/2:1 compression ratio.
View original record H 36 + 1256 Les. from Rm. c. By. Rm12/R.12.6.39. During the recent hot weather we have been carrying out a number of tests on the B-V to ascertain whether the freedom from detonation with the 7:1…

scan0131 Standardization and specifications for Bentley V production pistons.
View original record H 36 + 1258 To By. c. to Da. c. to Roy/Les. c. to Rm/Swdl. Rm/IMW.1/JH.13.6.39. Bentley V Production Pistons. After further testing it has been decided that we should standardise the 6.5 - 1…

scan0132 Four possible positions for the gear lever on the Bentley III to improve driver access.
View original record Sg. from Rm/Gry. c. to Hs. c. to E. c. to Da. Handwritten: 2006 Handwritten: 428 GEARBOX - BENTLEY III. One object we hope to achieve on Bentley III is an easier entrance to the driving seat. On the…

scan0133 Secret internal memo discussing the gearbox and gear lever position for the B.III model.
View original record SECRET. 200b. 428 S/W To Rm. from Sg. re Gearbox- B.III. Sg1/E12.1.37 Copy to [REDACTED]. Referring to Rm/Gry14/R.7.1.37 it is assumed that the reference to P.II, Item (2), should have read 'P.III'.…

scan0134 The design of a fully isolated gear lever for the Bentley 111 universal box.
View original record G. Dept. E. Dept. F. Dept. D. Dept. C. Rm. O. DEC/CAN. G. Dept. 200B DA.3/G.9.10.37. 428. BENTLEY 111 - FULLY ISOLATED GEAR LEVER. Herewith is PD.27, shewing the fully isolated gear lever on Bentley…

scan0135 List of modifications for the G.CD.161 Overdrive Gearbox on a Bentley 11A chassis.
View original record 2006 DA.2/C.1.11.37. 428. C. Dept. P. Dept. T. Dept. SY. Dept. C. RM. CT. MRC/CAW BENTLEY 11A. CHASSIS. GEAR BOX AND ACTUATING GEAR. SECTION 6040. 1st. and 3rd. MOTION SHAFTS. 2nd. MOTION SHAFT.…

scan0136 Modification to the Bentley 111 change gear mechanism, introducing a new bracket for a lowered frame.
View original record 200B c. Rm. 428. DA.14/G.29.11.37. H/R BENTLEY 111. MOD. to CHANGE GEAR MECHANISM. Please receive herewith drawing G.CD.253 showing the bracket supporting the isolated change gear mechanism. This…

scan0137 Servo and speedometer drives for the Bentley 111 Universal Gear Box.
View original record DY/NS. c. Rm. DA.1/G.4.12.37. File 2006 428. F.P. BENTLEY 111. N.SCH.4922 and N.SCH.5200/1. Please receive herewith G.CD.269 Servo and Speedometer drives for B.111 Universal Gear Box. The Servo Drive…

scan0138 Gearbox for the Bentley 111, detailing adaptations for speedometer gears and a hand control for rear dampers.
View original record BY/NS. c. Rm. c. RHC/CAN. c. Da/Mc.S. 2-0013 DA.18/G.8.12.37. JAh 428. BENTLEY 111 - GEAR BOX. For the first Bentley lll we have provided speedometer gears in the box itself, the servo shaft tunnel…

scan0139 Temporary scheme for the change gear lever mechanism on a Bentley 111 chassis, using parts from a Wraith.
View original record BT/NS c. Rm. CHPS 200B DA.16/G.13.12.37. 428. BENTLEY 111. CHASSIS. CHANGE GEAR LEVER. SEC.6080. Please receive herewith tracing of G.CD.290 showing a temporary scheme for the change gear lever…

scan0140 Technical memo about the blueprints for a stay at the rear end of the gearbox for a Bentley 111.
View original record PH/MS. c. Rm. 200b Avee DA.5/G.31.12.37. +28 BENTLEY 111. STAY REAR END OF GEARBOX. Please receive herewith blueprints of G.CD.324 showing the above. The front end of the stay is similar to that shown…

scan0141 Design, manufacturing, and cost considerations for a new gearbox for the Bentley 111.
View original record BY/NS. c. Rm. c. De/Hdy. c. RHC. c. De/TWD. 2006 DA.1/G.5.1.38. H28 BENTLEY 111. GEARBOX. Herewith are FD.82 and FD.85, Gears, Shafts, Bearings and Synchromesh gear, for the new Gear Box, revised as a…

scan0142 Instructions on material changes for bushes and thrust washers in the Bentley 111 universal gearbox.
View original record B1/NO. [stamped and crossed out] C.S. [stamped and crossed out] c. Rm. [stamped] 200B [handwritten] DA.4/G.22.1.38. [Illegible signature] 428 [handwritten] FTH [handwritten] [Illegible handwritten…

scan0143 The Bentley 111 gearbox actuating mechanism, drawing PD.103.
View original record DY/WS. Fry c. Rm. c. De/Hdy. c. De/GWD. 2006 DA.1/G.31.1.38. 428 H#1 BENTLEY 111. GEARBOX. Herewith is PD.103 Gearbox Actuating Mechanism. The actuation is shewn for both ordinary ratios and…

scan0144 The servo drive, damper control pump, and speedometer drive for the Bentley 111 gearbox.
View original record BI/MS. (crossed out) c. Rm. c. Ds/Mdy. (crossed out) c. Ds/WBD. (crossed out) c. Ds/RD. (crossed out) 200b DA.16/C.25.2.38. H28. BENTLEY 111. GEARBOX. Herewith is FD.115 servo drive, with damper…

scan0145 On modifications to the servo balancer suspension link and rear brake linkage for the Bentley 111 gearbox and servo.
View original record [Handwritten, crossed out] BT/MBS.(4) [Handwritten, crossed out] C. Em. [Handwritten, crossed out] LS OF/ENGINE [Handwritten] 428 [Typed] DA.S/G.7.4.38. [Handwritten] A.F.M. [Typed] BENTLEY 111.…

scan0146 Refusing a suggestion to make a gearbox casting in iron due to the resulting weight increase.
View original record To RHC. from Rm/Gry. c. By. c. Da. c. Hdy. γ 428 also 828 Rm/Gry.1/MH.16.5.38. SMALL GEARBOX B.III & B.50. With regard to your query about making the casting for this gearbox in iron to provide work…

scan0147 Stuck second gear and other modifications for a 7.B.V. Bebtley III.
View original record 428. To HPS. Rm/IMW.1/JH.16.5.38. 7.B.V. Bebtley III Gearbox. The second gear has stuck in engagement. Will you please attend to this. While in the shop will you please fit the strengthened rear…

scan0148 File index card referencing memos for an 8.B.V. gearbox French test and a B.50 gearbox.
View original record 428 9-8-38 MEMO Rm/Gry.7/MH.[strikethrough]21.7.38[/strikethrough]. GEARBOX FOR 8.B.V. FOR FRENCH TEST. and MEMO Rm/Gry.7/MH.21.7.38. B.50 GEARBOX. in FILE 828 - BENTLEY 50 GEARBOX.

scan0149 Urgent internal memo requesting complete details for the production of Bentley III gearboxes.
View original record 428 To Ey. from HPS/WSC. Rm. HPS/WSC.19/BA.8.8.38. BENTLEY III GEAR BOX. We are to produce further B.III Gear Boxes, will you please let us have complete details for these boxes in accordance with the…

scan0150 List of modifications required for Gearbox B.III No.1 before fitting it into an 8.B.V.
View original record 428 also 828 HPS. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry1/R.11.8.38. GEARBOX B.III No.1 for 8.B.V. After removing this gearbox from 1.B.50 certain modifications are required before it is fitted in 8.B.V. These are:- (1)…

scan0151 Test report on a Bentley III differential gearbox, detailing the effect of temperature on backlash and pre-load.
View original record 428 To Rm/Gry. from HPS/W.Bell. HPS/WB.2/CB.13.9.38. BENTLEY III DIFFERENTIAL GEAR BOX TESTS. P.D.41. Effect of Temperature on Back Lash and Pre-load. With the crownwheel locked, the backlash between…

scan0152 Instructions for modifications to a B.50 Gearbox B.) No.2.
View original record 428 also 828 To HPS. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.1/MH.3.10.38. B.50 GEARBOX B.) No.2. In addition to Rm/Gry.4/MH.28.9.38, in view of the various troubles noted in box B.) No.3 removed from 8.B.V., will you…

scan0153 Replacement parts for the Bentley 111, 1st and 3rd motion shaft.
View original record 428 HPS. c. Rm. c. Ray/Gry. BY/Ald.5/G.14.10.38. BENTLEY 111. SECTION 6040. 1ST. and 3RD. MOTION SHAFT. Please receive herewith two prints of each of the following :- Ex.S.1112 Inner Cone. 2nd. Speed.…

scan0154 Proposing a policy of testing gears with known errors for the Bentley 111 gear box.
View original record [Handwritten] 428 Rm. ------ BY.2/G.4.11.38. [Handwritten] GRX - Please discuss Rm BENTLEY 111. GEAR BOX. We should in the interests of ultimate reliability pursue the policy of making gears which…

scan0155 Development, costs, and implementation of a new gearbox for the Bentley 111.
View original record RHC/MSC c. RHC c. Rm. 428 BENTLEY 111. RE: GEAR BOX. I have given this matter the most careful consideration, and whilst we are admittedly behind the clock, there are reasons which are so strong as to…

scan0156 Letter to George Angus & Co. Ltd. regarding the unsatisfactory performance of 'Gaco' seals during an endurance test.
View original record 428 Rm/Gry.4/MH. 14th. November 1938. Messrs. George Angus & Co. Ltd., NEWCASTLE-ON-TYNE. Dear Sirs, We have just concluded a long distance endurance test on a car in which "Gaco" seals were used for…

scan0157 Instructions for fitting a temporary spring for the Synchro-Mesh on the Bentley V Chassis, detailing part replacements.
View original record 428 To. HPS. c.c. SY. c.c. RHC/WId. c.c. RHC/SS. c. Rm/Gry. c. Roy/Les for HPS. BY/CRL.6/E.18.11.38. BENTLEY V. CHASSIS. SECTION 6040. 1st. & 3rd. MOTION SHAFTS. PD.306. Temporary Spring for…

scan0158 Letter to Geo. Salter & Co. Ltd. urgently requesting springs for experimental purposes.
View original record C. ROY. EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT. Rm/FJH.17/JH. 18th. November, 1938. Messrs. Geo. Salter & Co.Ltd., West Bromwich. Dear Sirs, We are urgently in need of 4 springs to the attached print GB.4380 for…

scan0159 Official order be sent to Geo. Salter & Co. for 4 springs.
View original record H28 To Roy. c. to G/JWH. Rm/FJH.18/JH.18.11.38. Will you please send an official order to Messrs. Geo. Salter & Co. for 4 springs to GB.4380 in accordance with our letter to them ref.…

scan0160 Letter from Geo. Salter & Co. Ltd. confirming instructions and a dispatch date for the manufacture of springs.
View original record ESTABLISHED 1760 H28 SALTER LONDON: 30 LIME STREET, E.C.3. 'PHONE : MANSION HOUSE 5103 'GRAMS : SPRINGBALANCE, STOCK, LONDON. SPRINGS • ROLLER BEARINGS WEIGHING MACHINES • IRONMONGERY SPRING BALANCES…

scan0161 Letter from Angus Oil Seals concerning the failure of 'Gaco' Seals during a long-distance endurance test.
View original record 428 TELEGRAMS: ANGUSTATE, ALD, LONDON ESTD. 1790. TELEPHONE: AVENUE 5176 ANGUS OIL SEALS TECHNICAL LEATHER MOTOR AND ENGINEERING PRODUCTS GEORGE ANGUS & CO LTD 7, BURY STREET, ST MARY AXE, LONDON,…

scan0162 Letter from George Angus & Co Ltd concerning the failure of 'Gaco' Seals during a long-distance endurance car test.
View original record 428 TELEGRAMS: ANGUPLATE, ALD. LONDON ESTD. 1790. TELEPHONE: AVENUE 5176 ANGUS OIL SEALS TECHNICAL LEATHER MOTOR AND ENGINEERING PRODUCTS GEORGE ANGUS & CO LTD 7. BURY STREET, ST MARY AXE, LONDON,…

scan0163 Continuation of a letter from George Angus & Co. Ltd., Oil Seal Department, discussing product performance tests.
View original record GEORGE ANGUS & CO., LTD. OIL SEAL DEPARTMENT. CONTINUATION SHEET.........2......... We hope that their performance in your further tests will be fully satisfactory. Should hardening occur again, this…

scan0164 Requesting a covering order for oil seals to be sent to Messrs. George Angus Ltd.
View original record 1305 428 To Roy. from Rm/Gry. c. G/JWH. Rm/Gry.21/MH.30.11.38. Will you please send the necessary covering order to Messrs. George Angus Ltd., for 2 Oil Seals of each, Ref. 200131, 225150 and 318231.…

scan0165 Modifications to the Wraith gear box for use in the Bentley 111.
View original record RY/NS. c. Rm. H28 DA.15/G.15.12.38. FJH WRAITH GEAR BOX IN BENTLEY 111. Herewith is PD.329 shewing modifications to the overdrive and 2nd speed gears resulting from recent testing of the Wraith Box…

scan0166 Installation of a Wraith Gear Box into a Bentley V frame.
View original record BY/NS. C. Rm. G. Dept. F. Dept. C. HES. C. RHC/Wld. 428 DA.4/G.22.12.38. MARTINDALE BENTLEY V. WITH WRAITH GEAR BOX. Herewith is G.CD.1035 which shews the Wraith Gear Box and Servo Mechanism in the…

scan0167 New rear cover (G.CD.1092) for fitting a Wraith gearbox into a Bentley V frame.
View original record BY/NO. c. Rm. #28 DA.3/G.22.12.38. BENTLEY V. WITH WRAITH GEAR BOX. Herewith is G.CD.1092 shewing the new rear cover on the gear box replacing the present extension, which is necessitated by the…

scan0168 Temporary scheme for a spring-loaded synchromesh gearbox, possibly for a Bentley V model.
View original record RX/MS c. Rm. [Redacted] 428 DA.28/G.30.12.38. FJH BENTLEY V. GEAR BOX. Please receive PD.343 Temporary scheme for spring loaded synchromesh with small cones to PD.239. As the holes for the ball…

scan0169 Noise issues with the Bentley V gearbox for B.V. cars and proposing solutions.
View original record HPS. from Rm. 428 Rm.4/R.2.1.39. BENTLEY V GEARBOX. The one section of any magnitude which has not been released for the B.V. cars is the gearbox. At the present moment the only unsatisfactory point…

scan0170 Trial of a modified 2nd motion shaft and 1st speed pinion to improve gearbox silence.
View original record BI/NS. c. Rm. 428 FJH DA.11/G.9.1.39. Ready 18/1/39 B.5. GEAR BOX. PD.348 shews a 2nd. motion shaft of increased diameter and incorporating a 17 tooth 1st. speed pinion. It is intended for trial on…

scan0171 1/4 scale layout showing alterations for installing a Wraith Gearbox in a 4.B.V. Chassis.
View original record [Redacted text: BT/HS] c. Rm. 428 DA.1/G.9.1.39. BENTLEY V. [Handwritten Initials: AHH, Illegible, FJH] Please receive herewith :- F.CD.962 Installation of the Wraith Gearbox in 4.B.V. Chassis. This…

scan0172 Experiment to provide tip relief on a gear wheel for the Bentley V gearbox by grinding.
View original record H28 BY/MS. c. Rm. DA.18/G.9.1.39. GRYLLS BENTLEY V. GEARBOX Please receive FD.351, which shews a method of providing tip relief on the gear wheel by grinding. The relief provided, as far as we can…

scan0173 Notification regarding a modification to ball bearings on gearbox operating forks.
View original record DY/MS c. Rm. 428 DA.14/G.10.1.39. FJH B.V. GEARBOX. AH Please receive herewith PD.352 shewing a modification to the ball bearings on the gear operating forks to reduce the digging in that has been…

scan0174 The forces in pounds required to operate the Wraith reverse gear.
View original record #28 To Da/Hdy. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.9/MH.12.1.39. RE HELICAL REVERSE ON B.V. The figures you asked us to obtain to find out with what force the Wraith reverse worked into mesh are as follows:- Full…

scan0175 Cost estimate for a Cross-Shaft and Levers for a Wraith Gearbox in a B.V. Chassis.
View original record To Rm. 428 Roy/Les 7/ER 19.1.39. Wraith Gearbox in a B.V. Chassis. Cost of Cross-Shaft and Levers. GCD. 1035 We have estimated the cost of above Cross-shaft to be £2.1.3d. The estimate includes…

scan0176 Adaptation of a Wraith change gear mechanism to a Bentley B.5 chassis.
View original record H 28 BY/NS c. Rm. c. Da/TMD. c. Da/JD. DA.6/G.23.1.39. FJH BENTLEY 5. CHANGE GEAR MECHANISM. Please receive herewith the following scheme :- F.CD.1155 Wraith 111 - Change Gear Mechanism in B.5.…

scan0177 Scheme for a shortened change gear lever for a Wraith lll mechanism in a B.5 chassis.
View original record RY/HS c. Rm. c. Dr/GWD c. De/JD. 428 DA.3/G.23.1.39. FJH BENTLEY 5. CHANGE GEAR MECHANISM. Please receive herewith the following scheme :- F.CD.1164 Change Gear Lever for Wraith lll mechanism in…

scan0178 Secret report on the development and noise issues of the gearbox for the rationalised programme.
View original record Rm/R File 428 also 1153 SECRET. Sg. from Rm. Hr. cr By. o. HIC. o. Da. o. Mx. o. HPS. o. Da/Ndy. Rm4/R.23.1.38. GEARBOX FOR RATIONALISED PROGRAMME. The one section of B.V. which, at the moment, is in…

scan0179 Technical analysis of a gearbox design, detailing issues with noise, cost, and implementation compared to the production Wraith gearbox.
View original record - 2 - should not be made as quiet as those of previous boxes. They have the same helix angle and pitch, and we cannot detect that the removal of the centre bearing from the side shaft affects the…

scan0180 Summary of recommendations regarding the design, cost, and production schedule for new gearboxes, comparing them to the Wraith box.
View original record -3- SUMMARY. The Design Dept. has been accused in the past, perhaps to a certain extent justifiably, of drawing expensive pieces. We have struggled very hard on the rationalised programme to save…

scan0181 Comparison table of gearbox weights and costs for various car models including Humber, Hillman, Rover, Wraith, and Bentley.
View original record -4- Box. Weight of Box. Cost of Box. Cost/Lb. Humber Snipe 93 £10/-/ 2.156/- Hillman Minx 55.5 £6/-/ 2.165/- Rover 74 £13/-/ 3.50/- B.50 x 82 £46/-/ 11.2/- Wraith x 90 £67/-/ 14.9/- Bentley II x 90½…

scan0182 Blueprint diagram illustrating brake gear complications with the Wraith gearbox.
View original record BRAKE GEAR COMPLICATIONS DUE TO WRAITH GEAR BOX F.B.EQUALISER BV BRAKE MECH WITH WRAITH GEAR BOX F.B.EQUALISER BV BRAKE MECHANISM

scan0183 Confirming readiness to proceed with a postponed experiment on a 30-EX Dyno Chassis.
View original record 428 To HPS. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.1/MH.24.1.39. 30-EX. DYNO CHASSIS. The experiment with a B.V. gearbox in this chassis got postponed. We are now ready to go ahead. 4.B.V. box can be used. The Bentley…

scan0184 List of sections affected by the fitting of a Wraith type gearbox to a Bentley 5 chassis.
View original record BY Rm. 22/1/39 [crossed out] 428 BY/NS.10/G.26.1.39. BENTLEY 5. FITTING OF WRAITH TYPE GEAR BOX. The fitting of Wraith type gearbox in Bentley 5 chassis will affect the following Sections, in addition…

scan0185 Visits to suppliers to assess their capability of manufacturing a helical reverse gear for the B.V. gearbox.
View original record 428 To By. from Rm/FJH. c. Da. c. Da/Hdy. Rm/FJH.3/MH.4.2.39. B.V.GEARBOX. We have visited Messrs. David Brown and Messrs. Humber Motors to ascertain whether they would be able to cut the helical…

scan0186 Modifications to B.V. gearboxes, removing overdrive for Bentley 50's and correcting helical gear diameters.
View original record 428 To HPS. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.2/MH.7.2.39. B.V. GEAR BOXES. Will you please put in hand two sets of standard type ratios as in box 3.B.V. This is because Sg. has requested that no Bentley 50's…

scan0187 Notification regarding a modified engine front support arch for fitting a Wraith gearbox into a Bentley chassis.
View original record BT/NS. [struck through] c. Rm. 428 DA.14/G.17.2.39. File [handwritten signature] WYM [handwritten] B.V. (WRAITH GEARBOX IN BENTLEY CHASSIS). MODIFIED ENGINE FRONT SUPPORT ARCH. Please receive herewith…

scan0188 Scheme for a spring-loaded synchromesh in the B.V. Gear Box, and modifications to the gear trains.
View original record DA/CS. c. Rm. 428 DA.10/G.17.2.39. B.V. GEAR BOX. Please receive PD.381 which shews the permanent scheme for giving a spring loaded synchromesh on Direct and Overdrive with the small cones to PD.239.…

scan0189 Drawing PD.366 for the B.V. Gearbox, detailing a stiffened rod, an increased capacity ball bearing, and a potential bronze pad feature.
View original record BY/NS. 428 c. Rm. DA.11/G.17.2.39. B.V. GEARBOX. Please receive herewith PD.366 shewing the stiffened rod and increased capacity of ball bearing for the actuating forks. A suggestion for the use of…

scan0190 Production hold on parts for the Bentley V Chassis, pending a decision between straight and helical gears.
View original record Rm. 428 C. HPS. BY.3/G.23.2.39. BENTLEY V. CHASSIS. As explained to you a day or so ago, I have made it possible to produce straight gears with the pinion corrected and still leave a sufficiently good…

scan0191 The production and trial of specific gear parts for a Bentley V Chassis.
View original record To. HPS. c. BY. c. RHC/Wld. c. RHC/SS. c. Roy/Les. for HPS. BY/CRL.2/E.18.2.39. BENTLEY V. CHASSIS. 1st. & 3rd. MOTION SHAFTS. SECTION 6040. 2nd. MOTION SHAFT. SECTION 6050. REVERSE SHAFT. SECTION…

scan0192 Gearbox noise issues in the B.V. car, comparing the B.50 box with a Wraith overdrive box.
View original record 428 To By. from Rm/Gry. c. Hs. c. Da. c. Da/Hdy. c. RHC. c. HPS. GEARBOX FOR B.V. Our two worries with the B.50 box have been the noisy spur first speed and also an insufficiently silent overdrive. We…

scan0193 Modification of the engine front support arch for fitting a Wraith gearbox into a Bentley chassis.
View original record 428 To HPS. Rm/Wym.7/JH.28.2.39. Wraith Gear Box In Bentley Chassis. Will you please note modified foot to engine front support arch to GCD.1203. This is required on account of the Front brake linkage…

scan0194 Proposal for an alternative method of lubricating the speedometer drive bearing.
View original record PY/MS (crossed out) c. Rm. H28 DA.4/G.4.3.39. B.V. DAMPER CONTROL PUMP AND SPEEDOMETER DRIVE. The question of lubricating the outer bearing of the speedometer drive which is coupled to the above pump…

scan0195 Redesigning the Bentley 5 gearbox to use helical gears for quieter operation.
View original record 428 Sft/Mr. Walker. HPS. Rm. BY/GRL. BY/NS BY.7/G.6.3.39. BENTLEY 5. GEAR BOX. To obtain the required degree of silence on 1st and Reverse, it is necessary to go to helical gears. This necessitates a…

scan0196 Requesting the rebuilding of B.V. gearboxes to address the lack of a reverse gear.
View original record To HPS. from Rm/Gry. 428 Rm/Gry.4/WH.8.3.39. B.V. GEARBOXES. The helical first speed is a great success but, unfortunately, the box has no reverse gear. Will you therefore, please rebuild the various…

scan0197 Modifications to the Bentley V gearbox casing.
View original record SA/MS c. RM. H28 DA.5/G.11.3.39. BENTLEY V. GEAR BOX CASING. Herewith is PD.387 which shews the modified casing, suitable for the Helical 1st. speed and Reverse, and other modifications intended to be…

scan0198 Prints for a B.V. gearbox and the need to acquire tooling to manufacture the parts.
View original record 428 To RHC/JRD. from Rm/Gry. c. HPS. Rm/Gry.10/MH.24.3.39. B.V. GEARBOX. Herewith two prints each of the 1st. speed wheel and 2nd. speed driven gear with helical engaging dogs. We hope you will use…

scan0199 Recommending a modification to cure oil leaks from the B.V. gearbox.
View original record 428 + 4006 To By. from Rm/FJH. c. Da. c. Da/Hdy. Rm/FJH.1/MH.25.3.39. B.V. GEARBOX. We have known for some time that there is a depression in the annular space between the gearbox 1st. motion shaft…

scan0200 Proposal for fitting a Reverse Light Switch and gear shaft cover to the Bentley V change gear lever and gate.
View original record c. Rm. 428 DA.12/G.29.3.39. DROPPED BENTLEY V. CHANGE GEAR LEVER AND GATE. Please receive herewith G.CD.1285 a proposal for fitting the Reverse Light Switch to the C.G. Gate in combination with a…

scan0201 Instruction memo for the production of 6 Overdrive Gearboxes and material specification for selector forks.
View original record 428 To: BY/CRL c.c. to RHC. c. to Rm. BY/NS.1/MG.19.4.39 B.5 - GEAR BOX Will you kindly instruct the Works to produce 6 Overdrive Gearboxes to the latest L.O.Ps in accordance with the Memo.…

scan0202 Confirmation memo regarding the replacement of needles with bushes in a B.V. Gearbox reverse shaft.
View original record H28 To BY/NS. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.5/MH.25.4.39. B.V. GEARBOX. This is to confirm our having asked you to have the needles in the reverse shaft replaced by White-metal Bronze bushes running at a…

scan0203 Proposal to eliminate gearbox oil leaks by replacing a felt seal with a screwed plug.
View original record RY/WS. (crossed out) 428. c. Rm. DA.13/G.27.4.39. By/WS Presume on Top Guy B.V. GEAR BOX. Please receive herewith FD.427 shewing our proposal for eliminating oil leaks from the rear end of the gearbox…

scan0204 Specifications for the Bentley 5 gearbox, covering reverse shaft clearance and a modified reverse selector spring.
View original record 428 BY/CRL. Rm/Gry. BY/NS.5/G:29.4.39. BENTLEY 5. GEAR BOX. 6 EXPERIMENTAL AND 300 SETS. The detail drawings for the Reverse Shaft running in white metal lined bronze bushes with .0035 diametral…

scan0205 The loss of damper poundage in the Bentley V gearbox, attributing it to carbon chips and requesting a new gauze filter.
View original record 428 + H50.b To By/NS. c.c. to By/CRL. c.c. to Rm/Gry. c.c. to Rm/APM. Rm/IMW.4/JH.5.5.39. Bentley V. Damper control unit in Gearbox. Loss of damper poundage was occasionally experienced in France and…

scan0206 Design and implementation of a combined dipstick and filler plug for a B.5 gearbox.
View original record 428 GRX To: Da. c. to Rm. c. to By/CRL. BY/NS.3/MG.9.5.39 BENTLEY 5 G.CD.1359 - COMBINED DIPSTICK AND FILLER PLUG The design G.CD.1359 was produced for B.5. The pieces produced to this scheme are…

scan0207 Continued note discussing the replacement of a tube with a rod and Bakelite knob.
View original record BY/NS.3/MG.9.5.39 (continued) - 2 - The tube could then be replaced by a rod with a knurled or jumped up end to key it into the Bakelite knob. BY/NS.

scan0208 Changes to a gearbox bearing order and related drawing specifications.
View original record 4.28. To By/GRL. from By. By.4/MH.16.5.39. GEARBOX BEARINGS - B.V. Gry. tells me that 300 sets of bearings for the first motion shaft and the rear end of the third motion shaft have been ordered with…

scan0209 Replacement of Hoffmann bearings with 'Duplex' bearings on the 1st & 3rd motion shafts for the Bentley V. Chassis.
View original record 428. To. Roy/Gn. c. BY. c. Rn/Gry. BY/CRL.4/E.18.5.39. BENTLEY V. CHASSIS. 1st. & 3rd. MOTION SHAFTS. SECTION 6040. To replace the Hoffmann Bearings Nos. 335. and 345. cancelled under cover of memo'…

scan0210 Confirming modifications to the B.V. Gearbox before production release of 300 sets.
View original record 428.F 1153 To By. from Rm/Gry. c. Da. c. Da/Hdy. c. By/NS. c. By/CRL. Rm/Gry.16/MH.2.5.39. B.V. GEARBOX. This is to confirm that before the machining of 300 sets is released to production the LOP's…

scan0211 Modifications to gearbox parts for the Bentley 5 experimental and production chassis.
View original record 428 To: By/CRL. RBG. RBG/GAY Roy/Bos Roy/Ass Rm/Gry Tas/GSS BENTLEY 5 50 Experimental Production 250 Production Chassis. BY/HS.4/MG.23.5.39 In accordance with Memo. Rm/Gry.16/MH.22.5.39, the machining…

scan0212 Confirming an agreement on parts for B.V. gearboxes and ordering more for new car models.
View original record H28. RHC/McClure from Rm/Gry. c. By/CRL. c. HPS. Rm/Gry3/R.27.5.39. B.V. GEARBOX. This is to confirm our agreement that for the 12 production boxes Sales now require, it is in order to fit the present…

scan0213 Revised specification for 12 experimental production gearboxes for the Bentley V chassis.
View original record 428 To. RHC. c. RHC/Wld. c. RHC/GL. (3 copies). c. G/Rb. c. Roy. c. G/Mt. c. LA/Skn. c. Hd. c. BY. c. RHC/SS. c. Rm/Gry. c. RHC/Mc.Clure. BY/CRL.1/E.31.5.39. BENTLEY V. CHASSIS. 12 EXPTL: PRODUCTION…

scan0214 List of Parts (L.O.P) alteration for the Bentley 5 gearbox tie rod.
View original record 428 worked thru To: By/CRL c. to Rm/Wym c. to Rm/IMW c. to Roy/Les. BY/NS.3/MG.2.6.39 BENTLEY 5 GEAR BOX TIE ROD. We are informed by Rm/Wym that they wish to use GW.2017 Rubber Block in place of…

scan0215 Modifications to the gearbox synchromesh and selector mechanism for trial.
View original record DY/NS. c. Rm. H28. DA.1/G.8.6.39. B.5. GEARBOX. Please receive FD.443, shewing modifications to the 2nd. speed synchromesh to equalise the rocking effect on the cam surfaces and jaw clutch teeth with…

scan0216 The modifications required for B.V. Gearboxes.
View original record H28 To HPS. from Rm/Gry. c. HPS/RH. c. By/CRL. Rm/Gry.5/MH.8.6.39 B.V. GEARBOXES. The object of this memo is to make clearer the modifications required to the experimental gearboxes. Three existing…

scan0217 List of points to note during the assembly and testing of a B.V. gearbox.
View original record H28 To RHC. from Rm/Gry. c. LA. c. By/CRL. Rm/Gry.2/MH.10.6.39. POINTS TO NOTE IN ASSEMBLY AND TESTING OF B.V. GEARBOX. (1) When the sliding piece works into mesh in overdrive it must be stopped by…

scan0218 The procurement of steel caged roller bearings for B.V. gearboxes.
View original record 428 of 1153 To HPS. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.2/MH.12.6.39. B.V. GEARBOXES. We should have received by now from Hoffmanns, 6 side shaft roller bearings with steel cages. It is important that these bearings…

scan0219 Confirming modifications and re-fitting instructions for B.V. gearboxes.
View original record 428 To HPS/RH. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.2/MH.17.6.39. B.V. GEAR BOXES. Confirming our conversation this morning - (1) You will re-fit box No. 8.B.5. to car 11.B.V. as soon as anti-rattle has been…

scan0220 Instructions for modifying motion shaft components for the first 12 sets of the Bentley V. Chassis.
View original record RHC/McLure. [Struck through] c. Rm/Gry. 428 BY/CRL.5/E.21.6.39. BENTLEY V. CHASSIS. FIRST 12 SETS. 1st. & 3rd. MOTION SHAFTS. SECTION 6040. In accordance with verbal instructions from BY. and Rm/Gry,…

scan0221 Interim report on experiments to resolve rattles in the latest type of gearboxes.
View original record 428 To By. from Rm/Gry. c. Ds. c. Da/Hdy. c. By/CRL. Rm/Gry.4/MH.23.6.39. B.V. GEARBOXES. The following is an interim report on the position with regard to rattles in the latest type gearboxes. On…

scan0222 Issues with rattles on car 9.B.V. and recommended modifications to the synchromesh cones.
View original record -2- Rm/Gry.4/MH.23.6.39. 9.B.V. is now running about with larger propellor shaft joints and all the synchromesh cones lightened, leaving one small rib at the open end. The rattles on this car would…

scan0223 List of parts for the Bentley V. Gearbox, detailing differences between early and later chassis.
View original record H28 RBG/MacC. (crossed out) c. RMG/GL. (crossed out) c. Rm/Gry. c. Gy/MBC (crossed out) c. MBC/JRM (crossed out) BY/CRL.3/E. 24.6.39. BENTLEY V. GEARBOX. We send you herewith a list of parts used on…

scan0224 List of part numbers for various servo and selector components for different chassis batches.
View original record (Cont'd). -2- BY/CRL.3/E.24.6.39. Item 4. First 12 Chassis. 13th. - 18th. Sec.6045. GB.4951. Servo Drive Shaft. GB.5112. GB.4584. Servo Driving Pin. GB.5113. Additional. Housing. Oil Seal. GB.5116.…

scan0225 Cam angles for the B.V. Gearbox, referencing drawings PD.452 and PD.443.
View original record BY/NS. c. Rm. H28 DA.1/G.26.6.39. B.V. GEARBOX. Please receive PD.452 giving information as to the cam angles to be adopted for the pieces on PD.443. This information has already been incorporated in…

scan0226 Instructions issued for lightened synchromesh cones for the Bentley V. Gear Box.
View original record 428 RHS. c. Rm. c. Hsv. BENTLEY V. GEAR BOX. Instructions have now been issued for the lightened synchromesh cones. These were the outstanding pieces, which although they have been cleared by the D.O.…

scan0227 Drawing for a 2nd speed gear, noting corrections and potential housing improvements.
View original record BY/NS c. Rm. 428 DA.1/G.29.6.39. B.V. ETC. GEAR BOX. Please receive PD.469 shewing 2nd. Speed Gear with standard ratios and .030 correction, Except for the correction particulars are as given on…

scan0228 Trial and replacement of an anti-rattle device for the B.V. gearbox synchromesh cones.
View original record BY/HS c. Rm. 428 DA.6/G.29.6.39. B.V. GEARBOX. [Handwritten signature] Please receive PD.456 and PD.467 Anti-Rattle device on 3rd and 4th speed synchromesh cones. PD.456 has been tried and found to…

scan0229 Urgent request for a 1st speed wheel to continue B.V. gearbox testing.
View original record 428 To HPS/RH. from Rm/Gry. c. RHC/JRD. Rm/Gry.1/MH.17.7.39. B.V. GEARBOX. It is essential to recommence dyno testing again as soon as possible. The works, as you know, have given us a layshaft and we…

scan0230 Confirming the decision to proceed with production of the Bentley V gearbox without the anti-rattle device.
View original record 428 HY/NS. BY/ORL. c. Rm. c. Da. c. Mr. c. Da/Hdy. c. RHC. c. RHC/JRD. BY.17/N.24.7.39. BENTLEY V. - GEARBOX. ----------------- It is now agreed that we go ahead on production without the anti-rattle…

scan0231 The specifications for B.V. Gearbox No. 12.
View original record 428, 8006 & 663 To HPS/RH. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.6/MH.26.7.39. B.V. GEARBOX NO.12. We understand you will shortly be building this gearbox and should like its specification to be the same as box No.11…

scan0232 Allocation of Bentley V Gear Box No.12 and the unavailability of No.13 due to lack of parts.
View original record 428 To Rm/Gry. HPS/WSC.8/BA.27.7.39. Bentley V Gear Box. No.12. In reply to your Rm/Gry.6/MH.26.7.39 in which you give the specification for the above box we note that you have allocated this box to…

scan0233 Modifications to the Bentley B Gear Box LOPs with corresponding alteration numbers.
View original record 428 To: RHC/GMCC c. RHC c. Rm/Gry. BY/NS.1/MG.1.8.39 BENTLEY B GEAR BOX. Further to By.17/N.24.7.39. Kindly note the Gear Box LOPs have been modified in accordance with the above memo under the…

scan0234 Revised 3rd and 4th gear synchromesh design for a B.V. type gearbox.
View original record 428 SECRET. To Rm/Gry. from Ev. c. Rm. c. Rm/FJH. Ev.10/MH.24.11.39. B.V. GEARBOX. PL.55 REVISED 3rd. & 4th. SYNCHROMESH. This is FJH's synchromesh mocked up on a B.V. type gearbox. We find that it is…

scan0235 Use of SZ/NCR material for carbonized parts, referencing Bentley and B.V. gearbox components.
View original record H 28 To Da/Hdy. (Belper Baths). Rm/Gry.13/MH.11.12.39. SZ/NCR CARBONIZED PARTS. I have not been able to find any example where in a case of failure we merely altered the material to SZ/NCR. In a case…

scan0236 Parts for a revised 3rd & 4th Synchromesh experimental gearbox.
View original record TO. Rm. c. Rm/Grys 428 Ev.18. 12. 39 B. V. PL. 55 Revised 3rd & 4th Synchromesh Experimental on 4.B.V. Box. 6030.Section. Gearbox & Actuating Gear 6040.Section. 1st & 3rd Motion Shaft. Please receive…

scan0237 Comparing the weight and size of a Studebaker body against the B.V. body.
View original record SECRET. 428+ 1092 To Rm. from Ev. c. to Mr. Ward. c. to Rm/FD. c. to Rm/Cr. Ev.7/JH. 8.1.39. re Studebaker body. We have examined the weight analysis of the Studebaker body, and have noted its…

scan0238 Weight comparison of components between an S.B.V. and a Studebaker model.
View original record Appendix. Ev.7/JH.28.12.39. S.B.V. Studebaker. Diff. lbs. ozs. lbs. ozs. Bodyframed and panelled. 589 0° 432 0 Headlamp 7 0 214 4 Rear blind 1 10 31 8 Seat board. 6 0 Side arm rest. 2 14 Rear valance.…

scan0239 Request to alter the bore diameter of an Operating Fork for a Bentley V gearbox.
View original record File 428 TO. Rm. G. EV. EV/HH.1./ 8. 2. 40. Clan/EXP. BENTLEY V. Section. 6030. Gearbox. Operating Fork RG. 120 DC. made to FL. 55. With reference to the Experimental Dept's request to alter the .5635…

scan0240 Solutions for a rattle in the transmission of a car, involving potential gearbox replacement and modifications.
View original record Rm/Wym. from Rm. c. Lp. c. EV. c. Rm/FJH. file gearboxes Rm.2/ML.15.9.40. re RATTLE IN THE TRANSMISSION. Lp's CAR. Since we are committed to several hundred gearboxes of the type fitted to Lp's car,…

scan0241 List of new and replaced parts for anti-rattle components on 2nd, 3rd, and 4th speed cones.
View original record ATTACHMENT. En.2/ML.15.9.40. ANTI-RATTLE 3rd. and 4th. PD.467. New Parts. Replaced Part. GB.5207 Key 2 off. GB.5138 GB.5208 Rivet 2 off. GB.5139 GB.5209 Spring 2 off. New Piece. GB.5210 Outer Cone 1…

scan0242 Blueprints for proposed tri-metal bushes for a layshaft, produced for Messrs. Vandervell Ltd.
View original record BJ Gearbox ? 400 BY GEARBOX To from Rm/HH. c. Rm/FJH. Rm/HH.3/SW.3.10.40. Bentley V. Section 6050. Rm.648 - Proposed tri-metal bushes for Layshaft. Please receive herewith two blueprints of the…

scan0243 Gearbox rattle issues in Bentley V cars and proposed solutions.
View original record Ev. from Rm. c. Sg. c. Ev/Tln. Gearboxes Bentley V 428 Rm.1/ML.24.11.40. BENTLEY V. GEARBOXES. We have been concerned by rattles in the overdrive on the few Bentley V. cars which have been turned out…

scan0244 Link between drive shaft flexibility, transmission noise, and clutch engagement on the Phantom III model.
View original record - 2 - Cont'd. Rm.1/AL.24.11.40. This is not the first time we have found that the flexibility of the drive shafts has a bearing on transmission noise. It will be remembered that we had to stiffen up…

scan0245 Weight analysis comparing the B.III and B.V. overdrive gearboxes.
View original record To: Rm. c. Ev. Gearboxes. B.V. B. V. GEARBOX WEIGHT. 428 We have compared in detail the weight analyses of the original B.III gearbox and the present all helical B.V. overdrive box with the following…

scan0246 List of gearbox spare parts in stock with part numbers and quantities.
View original record B5 GEARBOX FILE - 22/11/40 Gearboxes. Bentley 228 GEARBOX SPARE PARTS IN STOCK AT SLACK LANE - FINISHED. Part No. Description. No. Off. GB.4032 Washer - Oil Seal. 10 GB.4033 Adjusting Washer. 51…

scan0247 Parts list with columns for part number, description, and quantity ('No. Off').
View original record - 2 - Part No. Description. No. Off. GB.4868 Thrust washer. 2nd speed. 236 GB.5123 Insert - outer cone. 2nd speed 91 GB.4875 Spring 1st. speed driven gear. 15 GB.5126 1st. speed driven gear. 0 GB.4851…

scan0248 List of unfinished gearbox spare parts in stock at Slack Lane.
View original record GEARBOX SPARES PARTS IN STOCK AT SLACK LANE UNFINISHED. Part No. Description. GB.4880 3rd Motion Shaft . . . . . . . 18 at op 18. GB.4879 Coupling Flange . . . . . . . 6 more ops. 3 at op 15 final. 12…

scan0249 Gearbox failures in B:V cars and a strategy for managing spare parts and vehicle allocation.
View original record W/S C from Rm re B V Rm6/ML. 27 1 41 428 (C 4/C 22 1 41) Since I rang you up with regard to these cars a difficult situation has arisen with regard to gearboxes! As you know, we are running in all…

scan0250 Acknowledgement of receipt for a change speed mechanism, gate, lever and stop lamp switch.
View original record 428 To Bk. (N.) from Rm/Wym. Rm/Wym.9/ET.11.3.41. This is to acknowledge receipt of one change speed mechanism complete with gate, lever and stop lamp switch, as per your packing note N/W.23645, for…

scan0251 Photograph showing a failed first-speed driving gear from a gearbox.
View original record CHASSIS 1-B 50 GEARBOX 1 BV FAILED FIRST SPEED DRIVING GEAR MILEAGE 26055 19·3·41

scan0252 Photograph of a gearbox reverse pinion with associated chassis, gearbox, and mileage details.
View original record CHASSIS IB.50 GEARBOX I.B.V REVERSE PINION MILEAGE 26055 19.3.41

scan0253 Photograph of a 2nd speed driven gear from a gearbox, with associated mileage.
View original record CHASSIS 30 GVII GEARBOX 10.B.V EX 34443 2ND SPEED DRIVEN GEAR MILEAGE, 47634 19.3.41

scan0254 Photograph of a gearbox 2nd motion shaft with its identification label.
View original record CHASSIS 30·G·VII GEARBOX 10·B·V G.B.4866 BRG, SHAFT 2ND MOTION SHAFT, MILEAGE 47634 19·3·41

scan0255 Photograph and details of a 1st speed driven gear from a gearbox.
View original record CHASSIS 1.B.50 GEARBOX 1.BV GB 4580 1ST. SPEED DRIVEN GEAR MILEAGE 26,055 19.3.41

scan0256 Photograph showing a 1st speed driven gear with its associated chassis, gearbox, and mileage information.
View original record CHASSIS 30.G.VII. GEARBOX 10.B.V. EX 34153 1ST SPEED DRIVEN GEAR GEARS UNCORRECTED MILEAGE 47634 19.3.41

scan0257 Photograph and failure report for a 3rd and 4th sliding piece from a specific chassis.
View original record CHASSIS 30.G.VII GB. 4846 3RD & 4TH SLIDING PIECE FAILED IN FRANCE MILEAGE 15625 19 . 3 . 41

scan0258 Record card for a 1st speed driven gear, noting details of corrected gears and mileage.
View original record CHASSIS 30G-VII GEARBOX K.8.B.F. GB.5126 1ST SPEED DRIVEN GEAR CORRECTED GEARS MILEAGE 11820 19.3.41

scan0259 Photograph and details of a failed 2nd motion shaft from a gearbox.
View original record CHASSIS 8.B.V. GEARBOX B.III.Nº I. - G.B.4935. 2ND MOTION SHAFT FAILED AT 6484 MILES. 19.3.41

scan0260 Gearbox failure involving the 1st speed driven gear and 2nd speed driving dogs, with a photo of the corrected gear.
View original record CHASSIS 4.B.50 GEARBOX E.2.B.1 GB 5126 1ST SPEED DRIVEN GEAR 2ND SPEED DRIVING DOGS FAILING AT 300 MLS CORRECTED GEARS 19.3.41

scan0261 Photograph and details of a 1st speed driving gear with a suspected crack and signs of picking up.
View original record CHASSIS, I.B.50. GEARBOX B.III.NO 3. 1ST SPEED DRIVING GEAR PICKING UP CRACK SUSPECTED MILEAGE 16519 19.3.41

scan0262 Photographs of failed parts from six different B.V. gearboxes.
View original record EV, EU/Ten, RFJH. To Rm. from Rm/Wym. Rm/Wym.7/SW.10.4.41. B.V. Gearboxes. Herewith photographs of the parts that have failed on six different B.V. gearboxes. The photographs and headings are…

scan0263 Cover memo for photographs of parts that have failed on six different B.V. gearboxes.
View original record To Ev. From Rm/Wym. Copy to Ev/Tln. Rm/PJH. 428 Rm/Wym.4/JT.19.4.41. B.V GEARBOXES. --------------------------- Herewith photographs of the parts that have failed on six different B.V. gearboxes. The…

scan0264 Covering memo regarding the Bentley V Conversion gearbox, forwarding other related memos.
View original record To HPS. from Rm/HH. c. to Rm. c. to Rm/HH/Shaw. 428 Rm/HH.5/SW.31.3.41. Bentley V Conversion Gearbox. File features BV Please receive herewith copies of memos Rm/HH.2/SW.1.3.41 and Rm/HH.2/SW.24.1.41.…

scan0265 Letter to Vandervell Products Ltd. regarding a trial of gearbox layshaft bushes and enclosing prints.
View original record 428 400 428 Rm/FJH.4/JH. 25th. August, 1941. Messrs. Vandervell Products Ltd., Western Avenue, Park Royal, LONDON.W.3. For the attention of C.A.Vandervell Esq. Dear Sirs, On 7th. October of last year…

scan0266 Recording the fitting of gearbox S.R.1 to Bentley Chassis 8.B.V., replacing gearbox S.R.2.
View original record To Rm. from Rm/Wym/CP. c.c. to Rm/Wym. 228 Rm/Wym/CP.5/LH.19.1.43. Bentley Chassis 8.B.V. Engine Unit B.V - No.7. Gearbox S.R.1. Note:- Gearbox S.R.2 has been removed from the above Chassis and…

scan0267 Confirming assembly instructions for B.V. Gear Box No. 11.
View original record H28 To HPS/RH. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.7/MH.26.6.39. B.V. GEAR BOX NO.11. This is to confirm our having asked you to incorporate in theassembly of this gearbox (1) Cones lightened as in box No.10. (2)…

scan0268 Modifications for Gearbox No. 11, to be fitted to 12.B.V. for a French test.
View original record f 428 & hoof 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…

scan0269 Production of layshaft clusters for the B.V. Gearbox.
View original record 428 To By/NS. from Rm/Gry. c. By. c. Da. c. Da/Hdy. Rm/Gry.5/MH.7.7.39. B.V. GEARBOX. By. agreed this morning that the layshaft clusters should be made in SZNCR as soon as possible. We understand from…

scan0270 Scheme for temporarily applying Timken bearings to an existing Layshaft in a B.V. gear box.
View original record c. Rm. H28 DA.7/G.29.6.39. B.V. GEAR BOX. Please receive PD.468 scheme for applying temporarily Timken bearings to an existing Layshaft in the B.V. box. Details urgently required for a test over-drive…

scan0271 Gearbox rattles in Bentley V cars, comparing production models with experimental cars and proposing axle or gearbox design changes.
View original record Ev. from Rm. c. Sg. c. Ev/Tln. 428 Spare Rm.1/HL.24.11.40. BENTLEY V. GEARBOXES. We have been concerned by rattles in the overdrive on the few Bentley V. cars which have been turned out on production.…

scan0272 Relationship between drive shaft flexibility, transmission noise, and clutch engagement on the Phantom III model.
View original record - 2 - Cont'd. Rm.1/ML.24.11.40. This is not the first time we have found that the flexibility of the drive shafts has a bearing on transmission noise. It will be remembered that we had to stiffen up…

scan0273 Secret memo discussing the demonstration, testing, and durability of the B.V. gearbox.
View original record 428 SECRET. Sg. from Rm. Hs. c. By. c. C. c. Cx. c. RHC. c. Mx. Rm1/R.7.6.39. B.V. GEARBOX. Since the gearbox remains the most backward section of B.V., and considerable apprehension was expressed at…

scan0274 Dynamometer testing results for the B.V. and Wraith gearboxes.
View original record To Sg. from Rm/Gry. HS. c. By. c. C. c. OX. c. RHC. c. EX. Rm/Gry.S/AH.8.6.39. TESTING OF B.V. GEARBOX. Up till 3 years ago we used to consider that a dynamometer run of 2 hours on each gear was an…

scan0275 Dynamometer and road test results for a Wraith vehicle, including failures and mileage.
View original record -2- Rm/Gry.8/MH.8.6.39. DYNAMOMETER - Cont'd. B.V. WRAITH 123 hours on 3rd. 26 " " 2nd. during which there were 16 involuntary stops due to the following failures:- (a) 1st. motion shafts. (b) 1st.…

scan0276 Comparison of testing mileage between the B.V. and Wraith models ahead of the Motor Show.
View original record -3- Rm/Gry.8/MH.8.6.39. Although the total mileage the same number of months before the Motor Show is less on B.V. than it was on Wraith, we consider that by the Motor Show, or even in two month's…

scan0277 Experiment on the Wraith gearbox overdrive and the potential elimination of the centre bearing.
View original record 4.28 To By. from Rm/Gry. c. Da. c. Da/Hdy. c. Da/Ev. Rm/Gry.6/MH.2.3.39. B.V. GEARBOX. As a result of the trial of the Wraith gearbox in 7.B.V., during which we were surprised to find that the…

scan0278 Drawings and required information for gearbox modifications.
View original record BY/NS c. Rm. c. De/Hdy. DA.6/G.13.8.38. 428 B.111. GEAR BOX. AH FJH Herewith are :- PD.227 Larger Front End Bearing, 1st. and 3rd Motion Shaft. G.CD.815 do. do. with the addition of an oil seal for…

scan0279 Technical memo detailing observations on a universal gearbox fitted to a 7.B.V. model.
View original record By. from Rm/Gry. Da. Hdy. 428. Rm/Gry.4/AP.24.3.38 UNIVERSAL GEARBOX FITTED TO 7.B.V. We have noted the following points on this gearbox:- (1) The lever has been shortened to 13½" from shaft centre to…

scan0280 Application of overdrive gearboxes to P.III, Bentley, and Wraith models.
View original record Sg. from Rm. 200B 4 28 Rm15/R.28.5.37. re: Overdrive - Sg10/E26.5.37. My feelings with regard to the overdrive are, that provided the power weight ratio of two cars are similar, then the same gearbox…

scan0281 From Sg. to Rm. regarding the application of overdrive to the B.III and Continental Phantom models.
View original record 200B 428 S/W To Rm. from Sg. re Overdrive. Sg10/E26.5.37 You will have seen E/Hdy.2/HP.20.4.37 and, as this overdrive is down on the specification for B.III, I should like to have your remarks in…

scan0282 Technical analysis comparing the Bentley III gearbox and overdrive with its potential application on the Phantom.
View original record COPY. W/S. Cx. E/HGY.1/HP.6.5.37. Bentley III Gearbox. In reply to Cx.8/KW.3.5.37 I consider that although from a technical point of view, my remarks concerning the Bentley apply with equal force to…

scan0283 Importance of testing a car with the correct ratios under specific conditions.
View original record -2- Until a car with the correct ratios has been tried under the conditions mentioned the importance of the objections cannot very well be known. In any case it seems to me that the conditions are so…

scan0284 Production viability of the B.50 gearbox for the 'M' series Bentley, outlining untested features.
View original record H28 BY [crossed out] c. Rm. Da/Hdy.3/G.10.3.39. B.50 GEARBOX, SERVO AND DAMPER CONTROL FOR USE ON B.5. With reference to the question whether it is safe to proceed with this box for production, to…

scan0285 Technical memorandum discussing the testing, durability, and improvements for overdrive boxes, gears, and servo systems.
View original record - 2 - Da/Hdy.3/G.10.3.39. We have an improvement in reserve for No.4 for overdrive boxes, as the diameter of the washer can be increased with overdrive ratios. We do not anticipate trouble with 3, 4…

scan0286 The testing and development of the B.V. Gearbox, focusing on overcoming noise and gear issues.
View original record 428 400 D To Sg. from Rm/Gry. c. By. c. Hs. c. Da. c. Da/Hdy. B.V. GEARBOX. We have now tested in 9.B.V. the first of the up-to-date overdrive gearboxes having helical first and reverse gears. When in…

scan0287 Test report on the Bentley 5 Gear Box with overdrive.
View original record To Sg. Hs. c. to BY. c. to C. c. to Cx. c. to RHC. c. to LA. c. to Rm. Secret. H28 Mx4/MG.17.6.39. BENTLEY 5 - GEAR BOX. LA. and I tried the Bentley 5 Gear Box in order to test the latest overdrive…

scan0288 Required gearbox modifications for specific B.V. series cars.
View original record 428 To HPS/RH. from Rm/Gry. Rm/Gry.1/MH.21.6.39. B.V. GEARBOXES. Corniche Car 14.B.V. Before this leaves for France it must have gear-box No.7 (now in 12.B.V.) with the following modifications - (1)…

scan0289 List of modifications for the B.V. Gearboxes for the Corniche cars.
View original record H.28 1200c. To By/NS. from Rm/Gry. c. By/CRL. Rm/Gry.2/WH.23.6.39. B.V. GEARBOXES. The next six production boxes for the Corniche cars should include - (1) Top and Overdrive cones with strengthened…

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