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Solutions for Bentley rear axle leaks and trials for new bearings and lubrication.18th Feb 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0148
Modifications and parts availability for a Bentley rear axle.19th Feb 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0149
Request to send a set of Bentley rear axle parts for testing due to customer complaints.20th Feb 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0150
Confirming the dispatch of improved lubrication parts and a print for the Bentley rear axle.22th Feb 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0151
Examination report on the rear brakes for a B-56-BN rear axle, detailing specific faults found.3rd Mar 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0152
Delayed set of parts for N. Sch. 4985 due to a despatch error.13th Mar 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0153
Bentley rear axle parts regarding modified lubrication of the pinion thrust bearing.13th Mar 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0154
Request to put in hand another 3 sets of parts for the Bentley Rear Axle.15th Mar 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0155
Chasing up overdue test results for a scheme to prevent knocks in Bentley rear axle wheel drivers.15th Mar 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0156
Reporting on the condition of a rear axle, detailing significant oil leaks from the pinion housing.17th Mar 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0157
Wear, looseness, and repairs on a rear axle pinion.18th Apr 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0158
Status of J. Series Bentley rear axles with modified pinions.22th Mar 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0159
Failures in Bentley Wheel Drivers on the B-DG series.22th Mar 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0160
Issues with rear wheel drivers on a particular Bentley series and the sourcing of hubs.20th Mar 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0161
Supply issues with hubs for Bentley cars, specifically the BDG series, and the use of Dunlop versus Rudge Whitworth wheels.23th Mar 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0162
Increasing the number of bolts on the Bentley rear axle to prevent them from stretching under road conditions.23th Mar 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0163
Clarifying the suppliers and drawing numbers for Bentley wire wheel hubs.24th May 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0164
Suppliers for Bentley wire wheel hubs across various production series.25th Mar 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0165
Bentley rear axle failure with a broken offside driver and sheared splines on chassis 105.B1.25th Mar 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0166
Letter from a bearing manufacturer regarding an inspection of a Bentley rear axle casing, identifying lubrication as the main cause of trouble.2nd Apr 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0167
Letter from Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. regarding bearing circulation, enclosing a test report and chart.2nd Apr 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0168
Sketches and measurements checking for squareness and eccentricity on Bentley rear axle pinion components.9th Jan 1929Box 84 \ 4  scan0169
Test report on checking component parts of a Bentley rear axle pinion drive to find the reason for cage failures.31th Mar 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0170
Recurring failures in Bentley rear axle drivers and proposing a design modification.2nd Apr 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0171
Pencil drawing of a Bentley rear axle assembly showing a welded stay.3rd Apr 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0172
Modifications to the Bentley back axle to prevent oil leaks from the pinion housing.3rd Apr 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0173
Troubles and remarks concerning the Bentley rear axle.7th Apr 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0174
Design alteration and production schedule for Bentley Chassis G.100050 Rear Wheel Drivers.8th Apr 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0175
Strengthened rear axle drivers for the Bentley Rear Axle.12th Apr 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0176
Drawing of a modified rear wheel driver for a Bentley, intended for replacements only.12th Apr 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0177
Proposed modification to wheel drivers for the Bentley rear axle.15th Apr 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0178
Sourcing a new, higher capacity main bearing for the rear axle pinion.15th Apr 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0179
Stock of Nickel Chrome Steel for Bentley Chassis G.100050 rear wheel drivers.16th Apr 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0180
Letter from a bearing manufacturer detailing the successful completion of a test on a double row double purpose bearing for hubs.19th Apr 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0181
Life test for a bearing to run for 60,000,000 revolutions.15th Apr 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0182
Letter regarding the failure of Bentley Pinion Bearings and a proposal for testing new bearing designs.19th Feb 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0183
Set of parts for a Bentley rear axle and arranging a visit to Kingsbury.20th Apr 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0184
Temporary tie bar scheme for a Bentley rear axle to test for deflection.20th Apr 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0185
Letter to Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. discussing the condition of a test bearing and asking about the test parameters.21th Apr 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0186
Letter from Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd. discussing the results of a bearing test.26th Apr 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0187
Testing of a Bentley rear axle.26th Apr 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0188
Examination of a faulty Bentley rear axle from a customer's car with repeated pinion bearing trouble.26th Apr 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0189
Double Row, Double Purpose Bearing for a Bentley Rear Axle Bevel Pinion.28th Apr 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0190
Instructing the trial of new oil retainers for Bentley rear axles to reduce wear.28th Apr 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0191
Supply of parts for the Bentley Rear Axle.29th Apr 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0192
Material choice for pinion bearing adjustment washers for the Bentley rear axle.29th Apr 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0193
Strip report on a customer's Bentley rear axle which has had repeated bearing trouble.1st May 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0194
Inspection report and failure analysis of a pinion bearing assembly from chassis B 75 AE.30th Apr 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0195
Rectification of noise issues in six Bentley rear axles.3rd May 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0196
Log of rear axle complaints and the adjustments made to rectify them.5th May 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0197
Log of rear axle complaints and the adjustments made for two different chassis.6th May 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0198
Record of complaints and adjustments made to rear axles for specific chassis.7th May 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0199
Complaints and adjustments made to rear axles for various chassis.5th May 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0200
Noisy Bentley rear axle from chassis B.75 HM, detailing worn and broken components.6th May 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0201
The ordering and introduction of a new Bentley pinion bearing.7th May 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0202
Bentley rear axle troubles, attributing faults to ball races and pinion settings.10th May 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0203
Record of complaints and adjustments made to the rear axles of two chassis.6th May 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0204
Complaints and adjustments made to rear axles.7th May 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0205
Bentley with a broken rear axle.11th May 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0206
Road test of a Bentley car, specifically investigating an issue with the rear axle.11th May 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0207
Responding to a complaint about a Bentley rear axle, model B-75-AE.11th May 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0208
Investigation into seizures on the Bentley rear axle oil thrower and bearing housing cover.4th May 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0209
Noisy Bentley rear axles due to faulty pinion assemblies and proposed solutions.25th May 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0210
Standardisation sheet for Bentley rear axle wheel drivers to prevent knocking.26th May 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0211
Blueprint showing a cross-section of a modified rear axle for a Bentley.25th Sep 1936Box 84 \ 4  scan0212
Thread seizures on Bentley rear axles and proposals for testing modifications.28th May 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0213
Faulty Bentley rear axle pinion and crown wheel being returned for inspection.28th May 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0214
Letter from Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. confirming the dispatch of one LJT 35 bearing.28th May 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0215
Letter from Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd. regarding a modification to a bevel pinion bearing diameter.26th May 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0216
Faulty Bentley rear axle with a damaged pinion, returned for inspection and opinion.28th May 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0217
Faulty Bentley rear axle being returned for a new pinion and crown wheel due to a suspected oil film failure.28th May 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0218
Confirmatory order for an L.J.T.35 bearing.29th May 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0219
From Rm/Gry to KC regarding a delayed arrival at Kingsbury to investigate back axle complaints.31th May 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0220
The standardization of modified wheel drivers for the Bentley Rear Axle.1st Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0221
Letter requesting a quotation for oil seals for a rear axle pinion shaft from Victor Manufacturing & Gasket Co.1st Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0222
Dimensional modifications for Bentley Pinion Bearings supplied by Ransome & Marles.1st Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0223
The introduction of modified rear wheel drivers for Bentley Chassis.3rd Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0224
Letter from a bearing manufacturer regarding returned bearings and manufacturing tolerances.2nd Jun 1927Box 84 \ 4  scan0225
The wear of serrations in the hub and driver on a Bentley Chassis, causing knocking complaints.2nd Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0226
Results of tests on rear axle pinion bearings.4th Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0227
Test results for rear axle pinion bearings on the Phantom III and Bentley models.31th May 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0228
Diagram illustrating the test setup for rear axle pinion bearings.1st Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0229
The slack measurement on the inner roller bearings of a Bentley rear axle pinion.4th Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0230
Dispatch of modified rear wheel drivers for a Bentley chassis and the ordering process.8th Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0231
Damaged Bentley rear axle that was returned from reconditioning.10th Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0232
Standardisation Sheet for Wheel Drivers and recommending against hardening the bores.11th Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0233
Inquiry to The Hoffmann Manufacturing Co. regarding the limits of radial slackness for a bearing used in Bentley rear axles.11th Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0234
Arranging the build of 12 modified Bentley rear axles for testing.15th Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0235
Letter from a bearing manufacturer regarding bearing specifications, clearance, and fit.15th Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0236
Production and fitting of a Bentley rear axle nip washer.15th Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0237
Instructions for back axle race replacement, brake modifications, and an engine unit change.18th Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0238
Letter from the Experimental Dept. to Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd. proposing a meeting to discuss Bentley rear axle pinion bearings.21th Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0239
Bentley rear axle deflections under various loads and bearing configurations.21th Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0240
Bentley axle noise complaint caused by an incorrect radius preventing a race from seating properly.22th Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0241
Repeated Bentley rear axle failure on car 189.B.L., attributed to a reckless driver.22th Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0242
Bentley axle noise complaint, identifying the cause as an incorrectly manufactured radius on the inner race housing.22th Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0243
Repeated Bentley rear axle failure attributed to a reckless driver.22th Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0244
Procedure for replacing the pinion bearing adjustment washer on a Bentley rear axle.29th Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0245
Corrections and road test results for a Bentley 138.J.D. rear axle.23th Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0246
Corrections made to a Bentley 138.J.D. rear axle and brakes.23th Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0247


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