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Particulars of Bentley rear axles and the types of washers fitted.23th Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0248
Letter to F.O. Hickling of Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. to arrange a meeting after a visit.24th Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0249
The performance of 'Perfect oil seals' fitted to the rear axles of three Bentley chassis.24th Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0250
Requesting the creation of gauges to measure the pre-load on pinion bearings.24th Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0251
Visit to Ransome & Marles concerning Bentley pinion bearings and preload measurements.25th Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0252
Failure of thrust cages in pinion bearings.25th Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0253
The receipt, inspection, and repair of a rear axle assembly from Bentley Chassis B-189-BL.25th Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0254
Standardisation of a hardened steel pinion bearing adjustment washer to prevent noisy axles.24th May 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0255
Form for the standardisation of parts, with a cost estimate for a component on the 'L' Series chassis.28th May 1927Box 84 \ 4  scan0256
Noisy Bentley rear axle, noting that tightening the propeller shaft damper did not solve the issue.26th Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0257
Letter from a gasket manufacturer providing a quotation and suggested modifications for an oil seal.26th Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0258
Page 2 of a letter from Victor Manufacturing & Gasket Co. regarding a design change to use their standard seal.26th Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0259
Drawing detailing a modified lubrication system for a pinion thrust bearing, featuring a Victor Oil Retainer.6th Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0260
Inspection report on the condition of a Rear Axle (10:41 Ratio) from Chassis 1.B.IV.29th Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0261
Sketch showing a distorted and cracked near-side axle shaft after a stress test.25th Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0262
Blueprint detailing the specifications and assembly conditions for a Bentley Crown Wheel & Stud.29th Jun 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0263
Standardisation of a rear axle pinion bearing with 20% increased capacity.27th May 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0264
Cost estimate for new tools for the 'M' Series chassis, as part of a Bentley parts standardisation program.5th Jul 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0265
Request for the return of a set of axle parts to test different oil seals on an experimental car.5th Jul 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0266
Unsatisfactory oil seal on a Bentley rear axle and a request to fit a replacement Gits seal.5th Jul 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0267
Letter to F.O. Hickling of Ransome & Marles Co., Ltd. regarding deflection measurements and bearing tests for a Bentley axle.6th Jul 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0268
Return of a set of axle parts to the Experimental Department.6th Jul 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0269
The failure of a standardised Bentley Wheel Driver and a request to manufacture new ones from a different material.8th Jul 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0270
Letter to a gasket company requesting sample oil seals for a Bentley rear axle.9th Jul 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0271
Correspondence regarding the supply and testing of a special Double Row Double Purpose Bearing, reference 5/MDJT.30.11th Jul 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0272
The measurement of over-run torque on a Bentley vehicle.15th Jul 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0273
Letter from Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. confirming commencement of a bearing order and requesting an official order.21th Jul 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0274
Letter from Victor Manufacturing & Gasket Co. regarding an axle seal design change and sample shipment.22th Jul 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0275
Requesting a material change for Bentley Chassis Rear Wheel Drivers from S/ZNX to S/ZNCR.3rd Aug 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0276
Increasing number of half-shaft failures on the Bentley B.III and proposed modifications.5th Aug 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0277
Request to send a covering order for a roller and Duplex bearing to Hoffmann Manufacturing Co.10th Aug 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0278
Rear axle temperature tests conducted on a Bentley B 86 BN.10th Aug 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0279
Note on the condition of a pinion, with mileage and temperature data from tests on various oils.17th Aug 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0280
Request for gauges to check measurements on pre-load pinion bearings.17th Aug 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0281
Request to deliberately build a misaligned Bentley axle centre for a stress test on the pinion nose.25th Aug 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0282
Standardisation of parts relating to the rear axle pinion Acme thread clearance, increasing it from .010 to .012.5th Jul 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0283
Notice regarding the nil extra tool cost for a production change on the 'M' Series chassis.8th Sep 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0284
Bearing test to investigate the effect of lateral slack on a bevel pinion application.8th Sep 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0285
Issues with Bentley rear axle thrust race clearances and the need for a lapping machine.9th Sep 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0286
Modification to a Bentley rear axle pinion for testing.10th Sep 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0287
Request to George Angus & Co., Ltd. for three oil seals in 'Gaco' material for testing.13th Sep 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0288
Technical memorandum regarding noisy Bentley rear axles due to a loss of preload on the pinion bearing.13th Sep 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0289
Letter from George Angus & Co Ltd regarding the supply of three sample oil seals for testing.15th Sep 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0290
Letter to George Angus & Co. Ltd. clarifying dimensions for three experimental seals.16th Sep 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0291
Letter from George Angus & Co Ltd correcting a dimensional error for oil seals.20th Sep 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0292
Investigations into the causes of noisy Bentley rear axles, focusing on pinion deflection.23th Sep 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0293
Pinion bearing modifications, load capacities and recommendations for various car models.23th Sep 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0294
Comparative load analysis table for rear axle pinion thrust bearings across various models.5th Oct 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0295
Graph plotting the deflection of a pinion shaft against applied torque for a Bentley rear axle.24th Sep 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0296
Letter from Victor Manufacturing & Gasket Co. confirming the shipment of oil seal samples.24th Sep 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0297
Duplicate export invoice for samples of Victoprene oil seals from a US gasket manufacturer.21th Sep 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0298
Faulty Bentley rear axle thrust bearing from chassis B.155.CW, noting a broken cage and noise.24th Sep 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0299
Inquiry to a bearing company regarding the cost and specifications for a larger bearing for a Bentley back axle.24th Sep 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0300
Letter from The Hoffmann Manufacturing Co. Ltd. regarding a delay in dispatching a special unit.25th Sep 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0301
Modifications to the rear axle for Bentley 11.A & 111 models, covering blueprints and scheme details.3rd Oct 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0302
Letter from Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd. regarding a proposal for a Bentley rear axle pinion bearing.5th Oct 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0303
Standardisation of parts document for Bentley wheel drivers.27th May 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0304
Estimated cost for new tools required for the production of the 1st chassis in the 'M' Series.7th Oct 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0305
Cost comparison for repairs to a Bentley rear axle.19th Oct 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0306
List of points for consideration regarding the Bentley II.A. rear axle and rear brakes.19th Oct 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0307
List of issues and suggested modifications for rear brakes and rear hubs.19th Oct 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0308
Required modifications for a Rear Brake Equaliser.19th Oct 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0309
Suggested depot sheet for the 4¼ Litre Bentley engine's rear axle.20th Oct 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0310
Depot sheet detailing failure types and repair procedures for Bentley rear axles.20th Oct 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0311
Continued list of parts with quantities, section numbers, and commentary on bearing failures.22th Oct 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0312
Return of rear axle ball bearings to Messrs. Ransome & Marles for examination.22th Oct 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0313
Estimated cost for supplying and fitting strengthened rear axle components for a Bentley chassis.19th Oct 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0314
Points for an axle dynamometer test for Bentley 11A and 111 models.25th Oct 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0315
Request to Hoffmann Manufacturing Co. for a roller bearing sample for a Bentley back axle.26th Oct 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0316
Requesting modifications to a rear axle, including fitting strengthened half shafts, for dynamometer use.26th Oct 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0317
Bentley Pinion Bearings specifications and loads.27th Oct 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0318
Letter to Hoffmann Manufacturing Co. Ltd. regarding a change in a bearing order and specifications for a new pinion bearing.27th Oct 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0319
Letter confirming the despatch of two roller journal bearings following a telephone instruction.27th Oct 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0320
The preloading of thrust bearings for a Bentley Rear Axle and returning parts for modification.27th Oct 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0321
Failure of a roller bearing integral with a Bentley rear axle bevel pinion.27th Oct 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0322
The preloading of GB.2035 thrust bearings for the Bentley Rear Axle and the return of parts for modification.27th Oct 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0323
Official order be sent to Hoffmanns' for two bearings for a Bentley.27th Oct 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0324
Confirming instructions to omit specific parts during a rear axle rebuild.28th Oct 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0325
List of decisions and actions regarding the Bentley 11.A. Rear Axle.20th Oct 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0326
Page instructing the 'G. Dept.' to carry out two detail modifications.29th Oct 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0327
Letter from The Hoffmann Manufacturing Co. Ltd. regarding an oversight in a bearing shipment.29th Oct 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0328
Quotation from Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. for Bentley rear axle pinion bearings.29th Oct 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0329
Quotation from Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd. for Double Row Double Purpose Bearings.29th Oct 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0330
Notice regarding the fitting of Bentley axle pinion bearings.1st Nov 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0331
Requesting to fit a modified housing to a rear axle pinion.2nd Nov 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0332
Letter to a supplier discussing bearing design modifications, dimensions, and capacity.3rd Nov 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0333
Letter to The Hoffmann Manufacturing Co. Ltd. requesting recommendations for a two-row pinion bearing.3rd Nov 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0334
Work instructions for tests on a rear axle to reduce noise.5th Nov 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0335
Design suggestions and issues related to a Bentley 11 rear axle pinion bearing.5th Nov 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0336
Options for axle bearings, comparing pre-loading, radial control, and proposals for a new three-row bearing scheme.5th Nov 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0337
Work instructions for a 1-B-IV rear axle pinion and bearing unit.9th Nov 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0338
Proposal for new rear axle pinion bearings for the Bentley 11A and 111 models.11th Nov 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0339
Instructions for a Bentley axle noise test on two different pinion units.15th Nov 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0340
Letter to The Hoffmann Manufacturing Co. Ltd. discussing bearing design specifications and modifications.15th Nov 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0341
From the Chassis Project Office discussing bearing specifications and potential cost savings.15th Nov 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0342
Attempts to fix overrun axle noise on Bentley cars by pre-loading the pinion bearing.16th Nov 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0343
Letter from The Hoffmann Manufacturing Co. Ltd. regarding an omitted drawing and an updated bearing reference.17th Nov 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0344
Blueprint detailing the design and specifications of a special bearing assembly.30th Jul 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0345
Dynamometer test results for a modified Bentley II.A. Axle.18th Nov 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0346
Hoffmann roller bearing wearing into a distance piece on a Bentley II.A. rear axle differential box.18th Nov 1937Box 84 \ 4  scan0347


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