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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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Inspection report for Bentley Chassis No. 6.B.IV after a 15,000-mile road test, focusing on the condition of the gearbox.6th May 1938Box 83 \ 2  scan0337
Condition report on a vehicle's gearbox and rear brakes.6th May 1938Box 83 \ 2  scan0338
Inspection report on the condition of rear brakes, rear hubs, and rear springs.6th May 1938Box 83 \ 2  scan0339
Photograph of a damaged second motion shaft for a G.B.IV gearbox.6th May 1938Box 83 \ 2  scan0340
Photograph showing a cracked servo stud boss on a gearbox casing.6th May 1938Box 83 \ 2  scan0341
Photograph showing a broken leaf from an off-side rear spring.16th May 1938Box 83 \ 2  scan0342
Request to dismantle and inspect a steering column and box due to a bad knock, suspecting a broken ball in the cam follower.16th May 1938Box 83 \ 2  scan0343
Fracture on a Bentley Chassis front brake drum after a 7,000-mile road test.19th May 1938Box 83 \ 2  scan0344
Photograph of an off-side front brake drum after a 7000-mile road test.8th Jun 1938Box 83 \ 2  scan0345
Technical memo detailing observations and issues with car O.B.IV, including clutch, brake, and throttle problems.8th Jun 1938Box 83 \ 2  scan0346
Typed memorandum comparing brake lever ratios and efficiency for O.B.IV (Girling) brakes.26th Jul 1938Box 83 \ 2  scan0347
Requesting a comparative petrol consumption test between car models 7.B.V. and 6.B.IV.2nd Aug 1938Box 83 \ 2  scan0348
Request to have the baffles refixed in the front silencer of car 6.B.4.21th Oct 1938Box 83 \ 2  scan0349
Fitting of Bendix 2 leading shoe brakes and rear axle modifications as an experimental arrangement.13th Feb 1939Box 83 \ 2  scan0350
Instruction to remove a complete back axle from vehicle 6.B.IV and send it to the Experimental Fitting Shop.15th Feb 1939Box 83 \ 2  scan0351
Request to replace the proper wheel bearings on the rear hubs of 6.B.V. following the completion of tests.28th Mar 1939Box 83 \ 2  scan0352
Internal request to remove a starter motor from a car for examination.25th Apr 1939Box 83 \ 2  scan0353
Internal request to manufacture and fit new shear pins for a steering tube joint.11th May 1939Box 83 \ 2  scan0354
Tests conducted on Bentley II steering gear shear pins to determine maximum load capacity.1st Jun 1939Box 83 \ 2  scan0355
Test report on 850 lbs. capacity shear pins being driven over a kerb at various speeds.1st Jun 1939Box 83 \ 2  scan0356
Instruction to fit an Armstrong damper to the front brakes for schemes GCD.1231 and GL.893.7th Jun 1939Box 83 \ 2  scan0357
Scheme for mounting a gear pump for an oil servo clutch on a 6.B.1V chassis.12th Jun 1939Box 83 \ 2  scan0358
Request to fix a loose lever on a N.S.F. aluminium brake shoe and fit a new drum.12th Jul 1939Box 83 \ 2  scan0359
The failure of a near side front alum brake drum and liner after a road test.14th Jul 1939Box 83 \ 2  scan0360
Photograph of a large, circular, riveted mechanical component, likely a flywheel or clutch drum.8th Jan 1940Box 83 \ 2  scan0361
Non-standard features of the 6.B.IV. rear axle.8th Jan 1940Box 83 \ 2  scan0362
Experimental features on a car being re-conditioned for resale.10th Jan 1940Box 83 \ 2  scan0363
Standardizing experimental features for the M series Bentley.5th Feb 1940Box 83 \ 2  scan0364
Brief typed internal memo chasing a reply to a previous correspondence.9th Feb 1940Box 83 \ 2  scan0365
Curt memo regarding a repeated request for a document concerning the Bentley Car 6.B.IV.22th Aug 1940Box 83 \ 2  scan0366
Note arranging a visit to De Havillands, suggesting alternative days.2nd Nov 1936Box 83 \ 3  scan0001
Typed telegram message regarding the rescheduling of a meeting with Dehavillands.2nd Nov 1936Box 83 \ 3  scan0002
Arrangements to test a Bentley with improved ride shock absorbers.20th Nov 1936Box 83 \ 3  scan0003
The rear wheel arch on a Bentley, requesting a clearance comparison with a Chevrolet.25th Nov 1936Box 83 \ 3  scan0004
Request to produce four nuts detailed on document Rm/265 for use on a test rig.27th Nov 1936Box 83 \ 3  scan0005
Drawing LeC.5409 for a 4¼ litre Bentley induction pipe, suitable for cylinder head LeC.5367.1st Dec 1936Box 83 \ 3  scan0006
Chasing a reply concerning the cost of the Bentley Spring Drive.1st Dec 1936Box 83 \ 3  scan0007
Difficulty in costing and standardising the Bentley Spring Drive without a List of Parts (LOP).2nd Dec 1936Box 83 \ 3  scan0008
The difficulty of costing the Bentley Spring Drive without a List of Operations (L.O.P.) and piece number.2nd Dec 1936Box 83 \ 3  scan0009
Corrective memo clarifying a request for information due to incorrectly quoted numbers and outlining future procedures.2nd Dec 1936Box 83 \ 3  scan0010
Status report on the Phantom III 15,000 miles car, detailing various mechanical updates and tests.7th Dec 1936Box 83 \ 3  scan0011
The testing and development of valve springs, exhaust systems, bearings, tyre noise reduction, and brakes.7th Dec 1936Box 83 \ 3  scan0012
Progress report on the Phantom III chassis, gearbox, and the 25/30 HP model.7th Dec 1936Box 83 \ 3  scan0013
Progress report on endurance testing and development for the 25/30 HP, Bentley, and Wraith models.7th Dec 1936Box 83 \ 3  scan0014
Progress report on various development aspects of Bentley vehicles.7th Dec 1936Box 83 \ 3  scan0015
General report on engine mountings, gearbox costs, alloys, spark plugs, and brake drums.7th Dec 1936Box 83 \ 3  scan0016
Completed and ongoing design work for the Bentley III and Present Bentley chassis.19th Dec 1936Box 83 \ 3  scan0017
Design position and status report for Bentley chassis components.17th Dec 1936Box 83 \ 3  scan0018
Design position status report for Bentley III components.10th Dec 1936Box 83 \ 3  scan0019
List of new and replaced parts for modifications to a Bentley Chassis, focusing on the Servo and Damper systems.12th Dec 1936Box 83 \ 3  scan0020
Continued list of new and replaced parts with corresponding part numbers, quantities, and status.12th Dec 1936Box 83 \ 3  scan0021
Parts list for modifications to a Bentley chassis, covering the gearbox, servo countershaft, and servo mechanism.12th Dec 1936Box 83 \ 3  scan0022
Continued parts list detailing new and replaced components for section 6180.12th Dec 1936Box 83 \ 3  scan0023
Parts list detailing new and replaced components for modifications to a Bentley Chassis.12th Dec 1936Box 83 \ 3  scan0024
Continued parts list detailing new and replaced components for section 6180.12th Dec 1936Box 83 \ 3  scan0025
Note detailing points regarding a Bentley chassis test from June 15th.30th Dec 1936Box 83 \ 3  scan0026
Fitting of a standard transmission damper on a Hardy-Spicer propeller shaft for the Bentley II chassis.11th Jan 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0027
Continued parts list and instructions for replacing components on a transmission damper and propeller shaft.11th Jan 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0028
Return of a clutch plate and connecting rods, and noting no record for cylinder blocks and pistons.19th Feb 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0029
Table listing the weights of various 1937 Buick parts across different series models.24th Mar 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0030
Query regarding the correct configuration of two breather pipes on a car.9th Mar 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0031
List of modifications, adjustments, and repairs carried out on a vehicle.10th Mar 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0032
The handling characteristics of Bentley cars, detailing tests on a skid pan to address oversteer and understeer.11th Mar 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0033
Car handling tests focusing on achieving understeer through suspension and tyre adjustments, with comparisons to a standard Bentley.11th Mar 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0034
Vehicle handling characteristics, comparing understeer in the Wraith with oversteer in the 25/30, and discussing tyre and rim width tests.11th Mar 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0035
Criticisms and findings on a vehicle's performance, including issues with oil pressure, brakes, oil leaks, heater, and suspension.12th Mar 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0036
List of favourable engine features and a note regarding the 30.HP type filler cap.14th Mar 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0037
The repeated breakage of oil pipes on a vehicle, requiring thicker gauge replacements.14th Mar 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0038
Issue with a sticking change speed lever and proposing solutions.16th Mar 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0039
Bentley big end loadings, referencing an attached polar diagram.24th Apr 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0040
Table of specific engine capacities for Bentley, 25/30, and Phantom III car engines.3rd May 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0041
Comparative table of various automotive engine specifications.1st Mar 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0042
Weight comparison between a 'Square engine' and the 'Phoenix' engine.19th May 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0043
Comparison table of engine dimensions for various American car models.25th May 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0044
The ignition timing for the new governor on Bentley cars.25th May 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0045
Chart detailing the weekly Bentley chassis output programme from the erecting bay to the test department for the latter half of 1937.10th Jun 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0046
Standardisation of the ignition governor hand control range for the 25/30 and Bentley models.18th Jun 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0047
Investigating the patent status of a Lagonda scheme for locating petrol pumps and tools in a receptacle resembling a spare wheel cover.22th Jun 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0048
Whether to scrap or use up 600 existing Pull Rods for the Bentley chassis ignition governor, following a standardisation.23th Jun 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0049
Recommendation to only fit the new Bentley ignition control in response to owner complaints to avoid the cost of scrapping existing stock.28th Jun 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0050
To Martindale regarding disappointing brake test results for a 4 1/4 litre Bentley.30th Jun 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0051
The proposed programme for 200 Bentley M.Series chassis, numbers 2201 to 2400.7th Jul 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0052
Production schedule outlining key dates and targets for the Bentley M-Series Chassis.6th Jul 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0053
Works chart showing the planned weekly output of Bentley chassis from July to December 1937.15th Jul 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0054
Future strategy for the existing Bentley car model, weighing performance against comfort for different markets.20th Aug 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0055
Secret memo discussing a suggested specification for the B.II.A. model while the Bentley III was being finalised.21th Aug 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0056
Proposed specification for the Bentley II.A. model, listing features from customer and company perspectives.18th Jun 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0057
Standardisation of parts for a reduced hand control ignition range.18th Jun 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0058
Note on the nil extra tool cost for bringing the 1st Chassis in 'M' Series into production.1st Oct 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0059
Responding to queries on Bentley chassis, discussing bearing materials and Hykro crankshaft performance.1st Oct 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0060
Design issues and production delays for the Bentley 1.B.V. all-steel car body.1st Oct 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0061
Requesting to delay dismantling a chassis for a potential aero-dynamic body.22th Oct 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0062
Concerns over Bentley sales, public perception, and suggestions for new marketing and publicity strategies.25th Oct 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0063
The provision of Bentley replacement engines at Kingsbury for customer service.3rd Nov 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0064
The status of Bentley engine units for replacements at Kingsbury.27th Nov 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0065
Condition of engines and specifying modification work for engine W.7.Z.27th Nov 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0066
History of bearing tests on Bentley 3 1/2 Litre and Phantom III vehicles.16th Nov 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0067
Bearing troubles and failures for Bentley 3½ Litre and 4¼ Litre engines.16th Nov 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0068
Engine bearing performance and failures for Bentley 4 1/4 Litre and Phantom III models.16th Nov 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0069
Engine component failures and mileage for Phantom III experimental cars.16th Nov 1937Box 83 \ 3  scan0070


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