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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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Despatch of new Lockheed flexes for hydraulic jacks.5th Jun 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0370
Chassis and body defects, arranging for Park Ward to investigate.7th Jun 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0371
Results and findings of coachwork tests conducted in France on various vehicles.7th Jun 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0372
15,000-mile Bentley test in France, detailing issues with a standardised saloon coachwork.7th Jun 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0373
Vehicle trial results, focusing on bodywork fatigue, chassis performance, and coachbuilder comparisons.7th Jun 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0374
The failures of a Bentley Saloon and a 5-B-IV chassis, focusing on crankshaft bearing issues due to lubrication problems.7th Jun 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0375
Engine roughness solutions and testing of stellited exhaust valves.7th Jun 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0376
Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co. Ltd regarding repairs to Experimental Car 5-B-IV, which was received without its engine.1st Jul 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0377
Fractured jack brackets and Spectre chassis lubrication.1st Jul 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0378
Letter from Park Ward about the delivery of Experimental Car, 5-B-IV.6th Jul 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0379
Letter from coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. Ltd. to Bentley Motors regarding re-panelling the body of an experimental car.5th Jul 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0380
The Spectre Radiator matrix and progress on the Large Bore 20/25 Bentley development.24th Jul 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0381
Inquiry to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the expected return of a 5-B-IV Bentley car.7th Aug 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0382
Letter to Messrs. Park, Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the delivery of 5-B-IV.26th Aug 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0383
Request for permission for a Leyland Lorry to collect '5-B-IV' from Messrs. Park Wards.28th Aug 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0384
Internal request to remove the gears from a rear axle (5-B-IV) for testing purposes.24th Sep 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0385
Acknowledgement of receipt for an old steering column from chassis 3-B-IV, to be fitted to scrap chassis 5-B-IV.5th Oct 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0386
Park Ward's invoice for the re-construction of a Saloon body and the required internal accounting adjustment.1st Nov 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0387
Cost of repairs for car 5-B-IV after a 10,000 miles test and cost sharing with Park Wards.8th Nov 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0388
Proposed modifications to stiffen a Big Bore Bentley chassis.9th Nov 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0389
To MHC listing a backlog of cars and jobs waiting for the shop.14th Nov 1935Box 82 \ 3  scan0390
Proposing modifications for a flexible engine mounting and cantilever pedal scheme for model 5-B-IV.22th Apr 1936Box 82 \ 3  scan0391
Remaining drawing and design work required to complete a car, following successful frame tests.5th May 1936Box 82 \ 3  scan0392
List of specifications for the chassis, gearbox, and engine components of a vehicle.5th May 1936Box 82 \ 3  scan0393
Listing six required improvements and checks relating to vehicle controls, steering and chassis.29th Sep 1936Box 82 \ 3  scan0394
Brief specification sheet detailing features of major vehicle components.24th Sep 1936Box 82 \ 3  scan0395
List of required modifications and fixes for a Bentley car, model 5-B-IV.14th Oct 1936Box 82 \ 3  scan0396
Outlining the experimental features and known issues of a test car being sent to London.15th Dec 1936Box 82 \ 3  scan0397
From Sg to Rm discussing impressions of a car and arranging for its return.6th Jan 1937Box 82 \ 3  scan0398
Request to fit a large capacity helical gear oil pump for oil pressure tests after braking.18th Jan 1937Box 82 \ 3  scan0399
Request to manufacture one lightened Bentley petrol tank for 5.B.1V with a modified side filler, including component specifications.22th Jan 1937Box 82 \ 3  scan0400
Invoice from Park. Ward & Co. Ltd. for repairs to a 3 ½ Litre Bentley chassis.27th Jan 1937Box 82 \ 3  scan0401
Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co. regarding an invoice and lack of official order for chassis No. 5.B.IV.25th Jan 1937Box 82 \ 3  scan0402
Dynamometer running instructions for testing a 5.B.IV gearbox and axle.8th Jun 1938Box 82 \ 3  scan0403
Request to send an official order to Messrs Park Ward for the sum of 15 shillings for repairs.1st Feb 1937Box 82 \ 3  scan0404
Request to fabricate a bent exhaust pipe to direct exhaust heat onto the rear universal joint of the 5.B.IV Dyno Chassis for an experiment.15th Nov 1938Box 82 \ 3  scan0405
Failure of a Wraith first motion shaft and the fitting of a new gearbox and axle.18th Nov 1938Box 82 \ 3  scan0406
Listing five required jobs and requested checks for 'Lp's Car'.6th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0001
The chassis and body weights for various 3 1/2 Litre Bentley models, including a comparison with a Pontiac body.8th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0002
Lack of clarity regarding control of the Bentley Service Station and how to handle service complaints.8th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0003
Effectiveness of the Bentley quarterly complaints list and suggesting improvements.8th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0004
33 complaints of irregular slow running in Bentley cars and the necessary servicing standards.8th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0005
Request to prepare another set of Hartford shock absorbers for car LEC.3955.9th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0006
Bentley ground clearance issues caused by the exhaust system.12th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0007
Request to manufacture three sets of lightened front cross member parts, with one set urgently required for a customer's car.12th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0008
Confirming the booking of the Lucas Cold Room for a Bentley cold starting test.12th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0009
Structuring the service relationship for Bentley cars between the Kingsbury and Derby locations.14th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0010
Arranging a visit for the chief of the Repair Department to improve liaison between Derby and Kingsbury, particularly regarding Bentley cars.14th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0011
Short memo confirming a visit to improve liaison between the Depot and the Works.15th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0012
Modifications for the Bentley 1st and 2nd Moves, including the radiator assembly, thermostat casing, and dashboard.15th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0013
Short typed memo confirming a meeting in Derby.16th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0014
Request for a car to be sent to the station for a train arrival.19th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0015
Short typed memo arranging a meeting in Derby and a visit to Kingsbury.17th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0016
Failure of bolts on Bentley front wing stays.19th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0017
List of outstanding jobs for Spectre, Bentley, and 20/25 HP models.20th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0018
Cold weather starting issues for Bentley and 20/25 cars, recommending thinner winter oils and a geared starter motor.20th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0019
Headlamp and wing movement on the Bentley, and the potential standardization of a bumper bar.20th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0020
Tests on Bentley headlamp and wing movement, and methods for reduction.20th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0021
Graph plotting headlamp movement against different vehicle chassis and wing configurations.20th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0022
Diagrammatic sketch of a measuring apparatus for vehicle frame and headlamps.23th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0023
The sourcing and ordering process for standard bumper bars for Bentley cars from Messrs. Wilmot-Breeden.23th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0024
Bonnet stripping and wing attachment for the Bentley 1st and 2nd Moves, referencing schedule N. Sch.4271.23th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0025
Brief typed memo from Bn. to Hs. confirming a trip to Derby.26th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0026
Visit to the Bentley Service Depot at Kingsbury, discussing issues with petrol pipes, clutches, and brake thumps.26th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0027
Issues with fierce brakes, brake squeaks, and front axle control on Bentley vehicles.26th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0028
Contact piece adjustment difficulties and fractures of petrol pipe union nuts.26th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0029
The Bentley Electrical System, referencing reports on run-down batteries and arranging a visit to investigate 'blacking out' trouble.26th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0030
Experimental department report regarding the Bentley dynamo to battery charge relation following customer complaints.26th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0031
Examination of the Bentley dynamo to battery charge relation following customer complaints of discharged batteries.26th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0032
Conclusions and test procedures for a dynamo-battery circuit.26th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0033
Dynamo and battery system performance with recommendations for improvements.26th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0034
Necessary improvements to the dynamo and battery regulator, including requirements for vehicles fitted with a radio set.26th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0035
Internal memorandum concerning modifications and testing of a bumper bar fitted to Mr. Fairey's car.26th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0036
Instructions and notes regarding the fitting of a Wilmot Breeden stabilising bumper to existing Bentley cars.27th Nov 1933Box 82 \ 4  scan0037
Blueprint of a stabilising bumper for a Bentley.28th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0038
Technical drawing of two different bush designs and an associated washer.27th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0039
Suggested method for mounting a stabilising bumper on existing Bentley cars.27th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0040
Bentley test drive, noting improvements to reduce wing and headlamp movement and performance issues with a 25 HP model.30th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0041
Confirming a request to modify a car's axle control for testing the effects of high speed brake tramp.30th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0042
Headlamp and wing movement on the Bentley, concluding that a special bumper design is not required.30th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0043
Observed distortion and damage to a GB. 873 Front Axle and its related components.30th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0044
Diagram illustrating the distortion measurements on a 3.B.IV front axle.30th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0045
Headlamp and wing movement on a Bentley following the fitting of a Wilmot-Breeden bumper.30th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0046
Cover sheet for performance curves of a Bentley engine fitted with a centrifugal blower.1st Dec 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0047
Graph showing the estimated effect of varying compression ratio on a Bentley engine's performance.23th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0048
Graph showing the estimated effect of varying boost on a Bentley engine.27th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0049
Graph showing the estimated performance with boost for a Bentley engine against various ratios.28th Nov 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0050
Performance graph for a B.7 Unit engine, showing BHP and BMEP against RPM for different valve timings and cylinder bore dimensions.15th Sep 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0051
Graph comparing the performance of a standard cylinder head against a high compression cylinder head.31th Aug 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0052
Issues and proposed solutions for headlamp and wing movement on Bentley cars.1st Dec 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0053
Continuation of a memo on a Bentley car complaint, detailing a planned modification to centrally mount the wings, radiator, and lamps.1st Dec 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0054
To the Repair Department detailing work to be carried out on car 1-B-IV.3rd Dec 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0055
Arranging a visit to the Kingsbury Depot to discuss issues with a Bentley.5th Dec 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0056
Headlamp and wing movement on Bentley cars, including supplier issues and safety concerns regarding bumper mounting.5th Dec 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0057
Serious nature of brake shudders and body troubles, and their potential causes.5th Dec 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0058
Material and plating issues for a Bentley oil filler tube.12th Dec 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0059
Summary of major differences in brake mechanisms for the Bentley 3.5 Litre Production Chassis.14th Dec 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0060
List of modifications to front brake and steering components, including dimensions and materials.14th Dec 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0061
Summary of major differences in brake mechanisms for the Bentley 3.5 Litre Production Chassis.14th Dec 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0062
List of alterations and specifications for front brakes, brake shoes, and steering components.14th Dec 1934Box 82 \ 4  scan0063


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