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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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Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. about despatching a replacement dummy hub for chassis 6-B-IV.18th Jul 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0018
Despatch request for a dummy hub to be sent to Messrs. Park Ward & Co.Ltd for chassis 6-B-IV.18th Jul 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0019
Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co. Ltd regarding the fitting of a dummy hub.16th Jul 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0020
Preliminary specifications for the engine and chassis of car 6-B-IV.13th Aug 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0021
Return of a Hardy Spicer propeller shaft to its makers for lightening.14th Aug 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0022
Modification to rear axle tubes for the 6-B-IV model due to failures.19th Aug 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0023
Requesting details of departures from standard production 'G' series, to be fitted to 6-B-IV for a 10,000-mile test in France.27th Aug 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0024
List of chassis components.27th Aug 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0025
List of engine components, likely a table of contents.29th Aug 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0026
Requesting to fit Bijur junctions in Hot Brass Pressings instead of cast-iron for chassis lubrication.29th Aug 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0027
Internal request to order Electrical Pump Units and Bakelite Valves from the S.U. Co. for chassis 6-B-IV.29th Aug 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0028
Build specification document for a chassis intended for a 10,000-mile test in France.31th Aug 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0029
Specification sheet detailing modifications to petrol tanks, pumps, pedals, dashbrackets, lubrication, and shock dampers.31th Aug 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0030
Specifications for brake equalisers, propeller shaft, axles, and radiator fittings.31th Mar 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0031
List of specifications and modifications for vehicle systems including exhaust, gearbox, and electrical.31th Aug 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0032
Specification for a Large Bore Engine unit, detailing components and part numbers.31th Aug 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0033
Specification sheet for cylinder head piece E2560 and related engine components.31th Aug 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0034
Specification sheet listing various engine and chassis components with their part numbers.31th Aug 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0035
Requesting an update on the readiness of a 'Large Bore Bentley' engine and its parts for shipment to France.3rd Sep 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0036
Request to urgently manufacture an air intake for a new 3,500 Bore Bentley induction system.3rd Sep 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0037
Request to trial a Stevenson's Jacking scheme on chassis 6-B-IV.11th Sep 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0038
Request to fit a Bentley chassis with a noise insulation scheme for a 10,000-mile test in France.13th Sep 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0039
Specification for a 6-B-IV exhaust system for a 10,000 miles test in France.13th Sep 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0040
Internal instruction memo detailing a list of parts to be fitted to chassis 5-B-IV.18th Sep 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0041
Requesting the weight of a lightened petrol tank to be fitted to 6-B-IV.20th Sep 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0042
Provision of 14-inch brake drums for model 6-B-IV.20th Sep 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0043
Instructing that a car model 6-B-IV destined for France should not have open venting holes in its brake drums, correcting a design mistake.23th Sep 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0044
Changes to the petrol system for chassis 6-B-IV due to a delay in the original scheme.3rd Oct 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0045
Requesting an alteration to the brake pedal stop on chassis 6-B-IV to address pitting of floating cams.7th Oct 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0046
Request to fit a set of Hartford front shock absorbers and brackets, originally for car 5-B-IV, to car 6-B-IV.11th Oct 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0047
Request to order a pair of Hartford shock absorbers, Type 306.M, for the front of chassis 6-B-IV.22th Oct 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0048
The use of a single tie rod for the radiator on Chassis 6-B-IV.22th Oct 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0049
Updated schemes for the 6-B-IV petrol system, including the addition of a new filter.4th Nov 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0050
15,000-mile comparative test of different valve types in a B-19 unit.5th Nov 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0051
Specification for a large bore Bentley car, detailing engine and chassis components.6th Nov 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0052
Numbered list of engineering modifications and component specifications, page 2.6th Nov 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0053
Request to detail and manufacture two sets of modified Cadillac-type flexible fan blades and adaptors to fit Bentley and 20/25 fan hubs.6th Nov 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0054
Querying the specifications of the final big bore engine, comparing production plans with previously tested components.7th Nov 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0055
Fitting of 45° timing gears and new dynamo gears for various units.14th Nov 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0056
Listing cars and jobs awaiting action in the workshop.14th Nov 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0057
The positive performance of Bentley ratio timing gears fitted to a 25 HP engine before testing in France.16th Nov 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0058
'Sg' to 'Hs/Rm' asking when car 6-B-IV is likely to be sent to France.19th Nov 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0059
A car held up for bearings, with an estimated departure for France.21th Nov 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0060
Required road springs for car 21-G-IV, confirming a set is available in stores.26th Nov 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0061
Order and fitting of a special bumper bar for chassis 6-B-IV.28th Nov 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0062
Requesting the fitting of a carburetter air cleaner, silencer, and ignition control for Large Bore Bentley & 25 HP cars.3rd Dec 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0063
Trial of torque reaction dampers on car 6-B-IV to improve alignment.3rd Dec 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0064
Request to fit schemes for raising the exhaust tail pipe and for high tension wiring on a Bentley Car.5th Dec 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0065
Request for a plain bonnet with flip-flap shutters to be fitted to a Bentley, requiring a new design for a smaller front bonnet shutter.6th Dec 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0066
Request to fit a clutch pedal spring to car Rm.26, in conjunction with the oilite cage in the trunnion bearing.6th Dec 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0067
Instructing the fitting of an aluminium packing between the carburetter and induction pipe.9th Dec 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0068
Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the fitting of a silent bloc mounting to an experimental Bentley.11th Dec 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0069
Clarifying the testing status and development issues with the Big Bore Bentley and model 6-B-IV, specifically regarding bearing and piston failures.14th Dec 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0070
List of modifications for the engine unit and chassis.14th Dec 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0071
List of vehicle modifications and a status update on the big bore Bentley engine.14th Dec 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0072
List of modifications to an existing specification, divided into engine and chassis units.17th Dec 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0073
List of vehicle modifications and their progress status.17th Dec 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0074
Requesting the fitting of a bumper bar to car 6-B-IV.18th Dec 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0075
Tests on a stabilizing bumper bar for the Bentley.21th Dec 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0076
Analysis of vibration response curves for a bumper on a Bentley 6-B-IV vehicle.21th Dec 1935Box 83 \ 1  scan0077
Response curves showing horizontal transverse amplitude and steering wheel vibration for different vehicle and bumper configurations.6th Jan 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0078
Instruction to ensure the correct operating lever is used with the stiffened clutch pedal scheme.6th Jan 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0079
Order for an alternative, larger radiator matrix for the 6-B-IV model.9th Jan 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0080
Confirming a conversation and requesting the fitting of a spring to the calorstat for various models.14th Jan 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0081
Instructions to fit a set of 4 engine tie-links in cable form to a Bentley 6-B-IV car.14th Jan 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0082
Agreeing to a standard spring shackling method due to fitting constraints with a bumper bar and shock absorbers.16th Jan 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0083
Instructions for fitting a new rubber-mounted petrol pump to a Bentley car.16th Jan 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0084
Notice regarding a filter change in the petrol system.21th Jan 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0085
Correcting the mounting for spring-loaded anti-rattle shutters for the 6-B-IV model.21th Jan 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0086
Final complete specification sheet for model 6-B-IV, detailing frame, fittings, and springs.23th Jan 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0087
List of specifications and modifications for various vehicle components.23th Jan 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0088
Specification sheet for lubrication, dampers, and brake equaliser mechanisms.23th Jan 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0089
Specification sheet for various chassis components including brakes, axles, and steering.23th Jan 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0090
Specifications for radiator, exhaust fittings, and bonnet components.23th Jan 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0091
Specification list for various vehicle components and systems.23th Jan 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0092
Specification sheet for engine unit 6-B-IV - B-19, detailing components and part numbers.23th Jan 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0093
Specification sheet detailing modifications and parts for engine components like valves, camshaft, and various drive gears.23th Jan 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0094
List of engine components with their associated part or drawing numbers.1st Jan 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0095
List of specifications for various automotive components including fan, clutch, and gearbox.23th Jan 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0096
Specifications for a Servo Drive and Electric Petrol Pump.23th Jan 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0097
Electrical specification for the 6-B-IV - B-19 unit.23th Jan 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0098
Electrical specification sheet listing various components and their requirements.23th Jan 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0099
Electrical specification sheet detailing the ignition coil, horns, windscreen wiper, and fog lamp.23th Jan 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0100
Proposing the rebuild of car 5-B-IV using a new boxed-in frame.30th Jan 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0101
List of alterations required to rebuild chassis 5-B-IV into a motor using a Bentley stiffened frame.30th Jan 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0102
The order of a 58 m.m. Mark VI Marston Matrix for a 6-B-IV model.31th Jan 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0103
Issues with a flimsy aluminium radiator shutter support plate and a recommendation for a stiffer steel replacement.6th Feb 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0104
The lack of a proper detail drawing for clutch operating cross shaft modifications and proposing a new scheme.10th Feb 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0105
Instruction to fit a 'Superflexit' flexible petrol pipe to chassis 6-B-IV.10th Feb 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0106
Nine faults found on a car during various runs.4th Mar 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0107
Road test report on car 6-B-IV detailing handling issues and suggesting improvements.17th Mar 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0108
Request to produce a duplicate set of front roll rod parts for car 6-B-IV.18th Mar 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0109
Performance test results for 6-B-IV and 3-B-IV engines at Brooklands.2nd Apr 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0110
List of experiments on engine 6-B-IV to test for engine roughness at up to 4500 r.p.m.28th Apr 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0111
Request to manufacture one Mirror Holder for experiments on a 6-B-IV.30th Apr 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0112
Requesting the modification of an isolated change gear lever for a Bentley.18th May 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0113
Requesting the fitting of a sample bellows to the outside petrol filler system on 6-B-IV.18th May 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0114
Outlining proposed engine and chassis modifications for the next 15,000 miles test.22th May 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0115
Numbered list of vehicle component modifications and experimental updates.22th May 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0116
Specifications for an exhaust system for a 6-B-IV model undergoing a 15,000 miles test.22th May 1936Box 83 \ 1  scan0117


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