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From the Rolls-Royce experimental archive: a quarter of a million communications from Rolls-Royce, 1906 to 1960's. Documents from the Sir Henry Royce Memorial Foundation (SHRMF).
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Condition report on various vehicle components including engine, chassis, and bodywork.11th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0270
Field report from France detailing issues with a stranded test car, including axle problems and notes on exhaust and cooling modifications.11th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0271
Engineering solutions for a radiator, steering column, engine roughness, and water excluders.2nd May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0272
Inquiry to G.W. Hancock regarding the functionality of hydraulic jacks and any experienced failures.11th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0273
Design information from a 15,000 miles test for a new Bentley, focusing on steering shocks, column whip, and road springs.13th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0274
Report page discussing engine smoothness, the petrol tank, and a failure in the exhaust system.13th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0275
Pivot failure during a 15,000-mile test and the subsequent performance of a replacement axle and leaf springs.13th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0276
Photograph showing a broken mechanical component after extensive mileage testing.13th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0277
Telex message confirming the dispatch of an axle to Paris, France.13th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0278
Letter to a customer regarding car troubles, dispatched parts, and performance testing of a large bore engine.13th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0279
Arrival of a Spectre and a 21-G-IV vehicle in France and related service delays.13th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0280
Request for drawings and schemes to investigate a front axle pivot failure.14th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0281
The examination of 4° axle pivots following a 10,000-mile test, finding them weaker than the standard pivot.14th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0282
Failure of a pivot in France and recommending the standard pivot be strengthened.14th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0283
Clarifying a serious stub axle failure during a 15,000 miles test, which was more severe than the initially reported pivot failure.14th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0284
4-degree front axle, requesting strengthened pivots and a set of Hartford pieces for testing.14th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0285
Letter to G.W. Hancock in France concerning the testing of flexible road springs and strengthened pivots.14th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0286
Blueprint comparing a standard component with a 4-degree prototype version.15th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0287
Results of trials on a bumper bar, propeller shaft damper, and large bore engine performance.15th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0288
Steering, handling, and braking issues, with comparisons to Bentley vehicles.15th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0289
Improvements to road springs, dampers, and steering qualities for a vehicle.5th Apr 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0290
Article from 'The Autocar' magazine by Warren Noble discussing the Torsilastic suspension system.5th Apr 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0291
Article from 'The Autocar' magazine reviewing a new, smaller Packard model, detailing its mechanical features and bodywork.5th Apr 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0292
Article from 'The Autocar' magazine detailing the design, application, and benefits of Torsilastic rubber suspension units.5th Apr 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0293
Correspondence page from a motoring magazine featuring readers' letters on driving methods and vehicle performance.5th Apr 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0294
Fitting a new front axle, detailing issues with steering column whip and worn engine mountings.15th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0295
From France discussing vehicle faults including front road springs, a broken pivot, and a servo issue.16th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0296
Pencil sketch on lined paper showing two views of a circular component with handwritten annotations.16th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0297
Body troubles with experimental car 5-B-1V and arranging for coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. to inspect it.16th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0298
Letter from coachbuilder Park Ward to Bentley Motors regarding potential body cracking on Experimental Saloon 5-B-IV.14th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0299
Letter from coachbuilder Park Ward to Bentley Motors regarding bodywork issues with front pillars and a swaged roof panel.16th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0300
Modifications to strengthen the Bentley front axle pivot.16th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0301
Telegram reporting a collapsed bearing and damage to a journal and locating pieces.17th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0302
Engine failure detailing a collapsed conrod bearing and subsequent repair efforts.17th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0303
Crankshaft periods and engine vibrations on the Bentley, with an extract from a letter.20th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0304
Twisted Bentley front axle returned from France and instructions for a new build and modifications.18th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0305
Typed message slip requesting a telephone call to Mr. Hancock at the Hotel de France.18th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0306
Requesting spare parts and detailing logistics for a 15,000-mile test in France.20th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0307
Letter to G.W. Hancock discussing issues with a narrow pin crankshaft and the options for replacement.20th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0308
Crankshaft periods and engine vibration on the Bentley, quoting a letter from Hancock.20th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0309
Urgent request to photograph a broken pivot.23th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0310
Confirming charges for the Experimental Saloon Bentley 5-B-IV are reasonable due to overtime worked.23th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0311
Secret memo regarding Park Ward's invoice for modifications to an Experimental Bentley Saloon, 5-B-4.22th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0312
Invoice from coachbuilders Park, Ward & Co Ltd for work on a 3 1/2-Litre Bentley chassis.15th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0313
Letter discussing a potential cause for engine failure due to incorrectly fitted connecting rods and bearings.24th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0314
Request to fit a modification of small, grooved intermediate bearings to a B-4-A unit for France.29th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0315
Requesting links to locate Hancock's engine for an upcoming visit.29th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0316
Bearing test results and proposing further tests on new bearing alloys.29th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0317
Brief note arranging for a Park Ward representative to test a car.29th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0318
Request for an opinion and mileage data on new type 550 x 18 tyres.30th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0319
Dispatch note and fitting request for 2 Bentley Carburetter Float Chamber Lid Filters.30th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0320
Crankshaft connecting rod pin and suspension test results for a Bentley Trials Car.21th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0321
Querying a special gearbox rubber mounting and the status of an order for front engine mounting blocks.23th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0322
From G.W.H. to Hs/Rm regarding the fitting of a new crankshaft and a delay with the gearbox.23th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0323
Sending a Park Ward representative to France to test Experimental Car 8-B-1V, pending a secrecy review.25th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0324
Engine bearing failures and connecting rod installation.26th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0325
Multiple component failures, including issues with the crankshaft, con-rod caps, and front cross member.26th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0326
Blueprint showing damage to a front cross member.27th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0327
Letter concerning disappearing rivets, incorrectly fitted connecting rods, and arrangements to meet the owner in France.27th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0328
Strengthened front brackets for a 'Jackalls' jacking system.27th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0329
Failure report on a cracked front cross member, with a proposal to remove and weld it.28th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0330
The unavailability of a chassis for testing by Park Ward's representative.28th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0331
Urgent assembly of a new engine unit for C.W.H. in France.28th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0332
Sending a replacement engine to a customer named Hancock and clarifying the customs duty process.28th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0333
Fitment and performance of new front engine mounting rubbers.28th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0334
The progress of obtaining a Staybrite exhaust pipe for GWH.29th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0335
From France regarding vehicle testing, parts, engine performance and valve modifications.29th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0336
Pencil sketch of an engine connecting rod with handwritten annotations.29th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0337
Telegram received by telephone concerning a car being held up while awaiting remittance.30th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0338
Request to fit a 10' clutch instead of a previously requested 11' clutch for a B-4-A Unit for GWH.30th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0339
Short memo confirming arrival times and meeting arrangements at Le Bourget and Paris.30th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0340
Damaged Jackall Jacks connections and an urgent request for funds.30th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0341
Failure of narrow pin crankshaft bearings and proposals for improvements, including material tests.1st Jun 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0342
Design of a 12-cylinder engine, crankshaft, and damper.1st Jun 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0343
Big end loading in Bentley engines, comparing standard and large bore units.1st Jun 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0344
Comparison of engine performance characteristics with a modified compression ratio and pin size.1st Jun 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0345
Blueprint diagram illustrating the inertia loading on a Bentley engine's crankpin at 5000 RPM.29th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0346
Polar plot diagram of inertia loading on a Bentley connecting rod big end bearing at 5000 RPM.29th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0347
Polar diagram illustrating Bentley big end loading from gas pressure at a 6.5/1 compression ratio.30th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0348
The condition of a spring centre clutch and a comparison of tyre performance.1st Jun 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0349
Tyre performance and a broken crankshaft damper.3rd Jun 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0350
Despatch of an engine unit to Hancock in France.3rd Jun 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0351
Travel arrangements, specifically a flight from Croydon.30th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0352
Information from Hancock about big end bearings and a potential solution for trouble with a No.3 connecting rod.1st Jun 1936Box 82 \ 3  scan0353
Diagram of a 3-cylinder connecting rod bottom cap with colour and state specifications.1st Jun 1936Box 82 \ 3  scan0354
Blueprint illustrating the condition of the bottom half and outside shell of a No. 3 connecting rod bearing.31th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0355
Outlining the customs procedure for temporarily importing an engine into France to be fitted to a car under triptyque.31th May 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0356
Letter sent from France concerning clutch repairs and the need to source a new crankshaft damper in Paris.3rd Jun 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0357
Catastrophic engine failure where a con-rod broke through the crankcase, sent from France.4th Jun 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0358
Chief items at 12,650 miles for a B. IV. Bentley after a 15,000-mile test in France, which was concluded due to body and engine failure.4th Jun 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0359
Inspection report detailing the condition and wear of various engine components after mileage.4th Jun 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0360
Condition report on engine and chassis components including valves, pumps, and the front axle.4th Jun 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0361
Technical report on modifications and tests of steering, braking, and engine mounting systems.4th Jun 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0362
The performance and condition of various vehicle components including pedals, gearbox, wheel arches, and axle.4th Jun 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0363
The performance of various vehicle components, including axle seals, brakes, jacks, radiator, and exhaust systems.4th Jun 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0364
Testing and condition of various automotive components.4th Jun 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0365
Issues and observations on various car components such as floor boards, petrol system, wings, and dampers.4th Jun 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0366
Inspection report on the condition of aerolite pistons, H.T. cables, ignition plugs, ignition contacts, and bodywork.4th Jun 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0367
Test report detailing vehicle faults, performance statistics, and tyre usage.5th Jun 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0368
Post Office Telegram instructing to leave an experimental car at a station.5th Jun 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0369


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