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The availability of specific rear axle oils in France.8th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0196
Road test and climb of Mt. Ventoux, comparing performance and temperatures of a 25 HP car and a Bentley.8th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0197
Test report on a Bentley vehicle detailing temperature figures and observed issues with pre-ignition and brake jagger.8th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0198
The standardisation of an outside petrol filler for a Bentley and issues with brass bellows and petrol hose guns.8th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0199
Requesting a report on the feasibility and design of outside petrol fillers for Bentley and Phantom III models, particularly regarding their use in France.9th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0200
Vehicle testing on Mt. Ventoux, detailing challenges due to weather and performance observations.10th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0201
Performance test log recording time, distance, altitude, and various temperatures during a vehicle test.10th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0202
Engine misfiring issues with Shell petrol and a rear axle growl during road tests.10th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0203
Severe front wheel braking issue, detailing the damage found, component wear, and design flaws.11th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0204
Design modification to strengthen the headlamp stiffening crossmember following a failure on chassis B-56-BN.11th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0205
Reporting on a noisy rear axle on car 22-G-V and a brake issue on car B-56-BN.12th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0206
Requesting the production of three modified Bentley Head Lamp Bracket Crossmembers due to recent failures.12th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0207
Front brake jagger issues and the discovery of bent components on a Bentley vehicle.12th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0208
Bentley outside petrol filler issues, including pump nozzle incompatibility in France and an inspection of the connecting brass bellows.12th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0209
Blueprint comparing two different types of nozzles, from Gex Laster and Guilbert & Barkers.14th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0210
Pencil sketches of various lever and pin components with handwritten annotations.13th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0211
Listing parts replaced and fitted to a Bentley B.56.BN after a skid.13th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0212
Telegram received by telephone concerning a broken bigend on Bentley number two and awaiting instructions.18th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0213
Telegram giving instructions to repair a Bentley and arrange a meeting.18th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0214
Engine damage found in a Bentley B. 56. BN, specifically a failed No. 2 big end bearing.18th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0215
Recurring big end bearing failure during a 15,000-mile test of car B-56-BN.19th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0216
List of four main features required for engine improvement.19th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0217
4¼-litre Bentley test that has exceeded its planned mileage.19th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0218
4 1/4 litre Bentley test, focusing on a big end bearing failure and cooling system efficiency.20th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0219
Telegram from Chateauroux reporting a broken bigend on a Bentley car and awaiting instructions.18th May 1935Box 83 \ 4  scan0220
Failure of a big end bearing during a 15,000-mile test and arranging a follow-up meeting.21th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0221
Final design of jack pads and a temporary riveting scheme for a 10,000-mile car.27th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0222
17,000-mile test report on a B.56 BN. Bentley engine, detailing performance and issues.27th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0223
Technical report on issues with pistons, carburettors, and the exhaust system.27th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0224
The performance and issues with the flywheel, clutch, gearbox, and servo motor mechanism.27th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0225
Performance, issues, and modifications for a vehicle's propeller shaft, rear axle, and front axle over mileage.27th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0226
Cracked front cross members, axle control noise, brake judder, and steering issues.27th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0227
Front and rear brake performance, specifically investigating judder issues and potential solutions.27th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0228
Issues and suggested fixes for brake shoes, hydraulic dampers, and the front bumper.27th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0229
Performance report on various electrical system components.27th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0230
Testing and failure analysis of vehicle horns due to water and dirt, with additional notes on bodywork and wing defects.27th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0231
Faults and proposed remedies for the running board, luggage boot, upholstery, seats, and doors.27th May 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0232
Loose spare wheel mounting, including car weight, fuel consumption, and fluids used.8th Jun 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0233
Letter addressed to H.F. Hamilton regarding the failure of car B-56-BN, questioning why it was driven fast with a known engine issue.8th Jun 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0234
Telegram confirming the dispatch of goods by train.29th Jun 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0235
Visit to Park Wards discussing failures and proposed modifications for car model B.56.BN.9th Jun 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0236
Modifications and checks for the battery, upholstery, seats, windscreen, doors, and spare wheel mounting.9th Jun 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0237
Investigation into the failure of Lucas Wind Tone Horns due to moisture and dirt.10th Jun 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0238
Flexible mounting would be better than the solid mounting currently used.10th Jun 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0239
Explanation regarding an engine failure on a B.56.BN Bentley during a road test in France.10th Jun 1936Box 83 \ 4  scan0240
Extract discussing potential stock body types, specifically a Sports Saloon and Open Saloon, and their supply source.19th Jan 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0001
Measurements and a design fault of a 9HP Riley Monaco Saloon.14th Mar 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0002
Suggesting no further action is needed on comparing the body dimensions of a 9 HP Riley Monaco Saloon with the Bensport experimental car.18th Mar 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0003
Directive on using codenames for the Peregrine 2, Bensport, and J.3 models to maintain secrecy from coachbuilders.18th Apr 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0004
Fitting a model steering column to dummy chassis for experimental bodies to check front seat height.4th Jun 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0005
Letter to Park, Ward & Co. regarding specifications and pricing for Bentley 'B' Model (Bensport) bodies.8th Jun 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0006
Specification of coachwork for a Park Ward four light sports saloon on a Bentley 'B' model chassis.8th Jun 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0007
Specifications for the construction of a Sports Saloon vehicle body.8th Jun 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0008
Specification of coachwork for a Park Ward? Sports Open Tourer on a Bentley 'B' Model chassis.8th Jun 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0009
Coachbuilding specifications for a sports open car body, detailing components from floors to finishing.9th Jun 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0010
Design schemes for Bensport Sports Saloon and Sports Open Tourer bodies ordered from Park Ward & Co.9th Jun 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0011
Chassis modifications for the Bensport Saloon, with reference to drawing N. sch. 3487.9th Jun 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0012
Letter to Messrs. Park Ward Ltd. concerning a delay in collecting a 4-door saloon Bentley 'A' body.24th Jun 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0013
Enclosing photographs of a Bentley 'B' model chassis by Park Ward, with details on frame height and body sections.9th Jul 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0014
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. confirming a conversation and requesting a quote for five different bodies for a Bentley Model 'A' chassis.10th Aug 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0015
Letter regarding specifications, production, and weight of a Four Door Six Light Saloon body.10th Aug 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0016
Specification of coachwork for a four-door close-coupled sports saloon, Bentley Model 'A'.10th Aug 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0017
Continuation of a vehicle specification sheet detailing floors, instrument board, tools, body accessories, weight, delivery and drawings.11th Aug 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0018
Progress and requirements for two Bensport bodies on the Bentley 'B' model.11th Aug 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0019
Delay in ordering wheels for the Bensport - Bentley 'B' Model, awaiting a decision on the required size.13th Aug 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0020
Letter to Park Ward & Co Ltd. confirming agreements on the production of Bentley 'A' Model bodies.15th Aug 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0021
Continuation of instructions regarding body modifications for a Four Door Saloon and Bentley 'B' model.15th Aug 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0022
Logistics for bodies, wheels, hubs, and tools for the Peregrine and Bensport models.3rd Sep 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0023
Alternative tyre pumps and the specific tool requirements for the Bensport model.3rd Sep 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0024
Body delivery, wheels, dummy hubs, and tools for the Peregrine and Bensport models.7th Sep 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0025
Toolset for the Bensport model and delivery schedules for bodies and parts.10th Sep 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0026
Letter confirming agreements on experimental car bodies, specifically regarding tool storage, ventilation, and fittings.10th Sep 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0027
Letter detailing modifications and preparations for the Bentley B model, covering tool storage, spare wheels, and bodywork for photographs.13th Sep 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0028
The Lucas lamp accessories required to complete two Bensport bodies, to be supplied to Messrs Park Ward & Co. Ltd.13th Sep 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0029
Supply of Bensport accessories to Messrs. Park Ward & Co.26th Sep 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0030
Letter to Park Ward & Co. regarding an incorrect tyre size sent and arranging a replacement.28th Sep 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0031
Letter from coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. Ltd regarding the return of an incorrectly sent tyre.29th Sep 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0032
Painting and trimming instructions for a 3rd Bentley 'A' Body, a close-coupled saloon.5th Oct 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0033
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding discrepancies in the scuttle contour of supplied Bentley bodies.6th Oct 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0034
Letter discussing feedback on a car body and arranging collection for Bentley parts.11th Oct 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0035
Letter to coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding difficulties mounting Bentley 'A' bodies, specifically the spare wheel carrier and rear wing fouling.11th Oct 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0036
Letter confirming the delivery of various car parts, including wheels and covers for Bentley models, and the return of a body trustle.10th Oct 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0037
Letter from coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. Ltd. concerning alterations to car bodies, scuttles, and chassis fitment.10th Oct 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0038
Letter from Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the mounting of coachwork and delivery of parts for a Sports Saloon.10th Oct 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0039
Letter from coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. Ltd regarding a scale drawing for a Bentley 'A' body spare wheel carrier and other coachwork.12th Oct 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0040
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. confirming finishing instructions for two experimental car bodies.21th Oct 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0041
Letter to Messrs Park Ward & Co. Ltd. detailing rattles and other issues found on a Bentley 'A' Four Door Saloon body.28th Oct 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0042
Letter to coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. detailing faults found on a car body.28th Oct 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0043
Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co. Ltd enclosing photographs of a Bentley 'B' Saloon.28th Oct 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0044
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding specifications and progress for bodies on experimental cars.1st Nov 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0045
Dispatch note to Messrs Park Ward & Co. Ltd, listing various Bentley parts being sent by lorry.1st Nov 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0046
Letter to a coachbuilder regarding a dimensional discrepancy for Bentley 'B' bodies, with a plan to resolve it with a new template and drawing.2nd Nov 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0047
Confirming the return of defective foot rests from two Bentley 'A' four-door saloons to the makers for correction.2nd Feb 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0048
Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co. Ltd confirming the safe arrival of parts for Bentley 'A' and Bentley 'B'.4th Nov 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0049
Query regarding chassis modifications and their effect on existing Bensport body specifications.18th Nov 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0050
Positioning and dimensions of side levers for a Bensport body.24th Nov 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0051
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. about the collection and modification of two experimental Bentley bodies.25th Nov 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0052
Request for the urgent return of the only existing set of 5 Bensport wheels from Park Wards.15th Dec 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0053
Arranging the collection of a car body and wheels for Bensport from Park Ward's.16th Dec 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0054
The logistics, modifications, and instrumentation for Bensport car bodies.19th Dec 1932Box 84 \ 1  scan0055


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