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Test results showing the deflection of a strengthened Bentley Slipper Flywheel Friction Plate under various loads.12th Sep 1934Box 85 \ 2  scan0113
Graph showing the deflection at the centre of a strengthened Bentley-slipper flywheel friction plate under thrust load.7th Sep 1934Box 85 \ 2  scan0114
Request to obtain an arrangement drawing and quotation from Borg & Beck for an 11' clutch.13th Sep 1934Box 85 \ 2  scan0115
Cost and priority of a conversion job for Captain Van Neck's car to prevent rattles in the Synchro Mesh.12th Sep 1934Box 85 \ 2  scan0116
Modifications to the Bentley Clutch design, proposing a simplified version.17th Sep 1934Box 85 \ 2  scan0117
Request to prepare a disc type flywheel and clutch for a 4-bearing crankshaft, with modifications to the flywheel bore.3rd Oct 1934Box 85 \ 2  scan0118
Requesting a Mellenite flywheel with a starter ring for testing on a rig up to 5500 r.p.m.8th Oct 1934Box 85 \ 2  scan0119
Persistent issue of rattling Bentley clutches and recommending a standardized modification as a permanent solution.12th Oct 1934Box 85 \ 2  scan0120
Solution for gear lever rattles on a Bentley, involving an extra floating bush.12th Oct 1934Box 85 \ 2  scan0121
Experimental blueprint detailing modifications to a gear change bracket to stop rattles.12th Oct 1934Box 85 \ 2  scan0122
Cure for rattles on the Bentley clutch and the policy for its application upon customer complaint.16th Oct 1934Box 85 \ 2  scan0123
Technical memo regarding a rattle on clutch engagement in Bentley vehicles, its cause and the required modification.20th Oct 1934Box 85 \ 2  scan0124
Damage caused by bifurcated rivetting on clutch fabrics, instructing the use of ordinary rivets for specific models.20th Oct 1934Box 85 \ 2  scan0125
Standardisation of parts regarding spring centre deletion and external clutch adjustment fitting.18th Sep 1934Box 85 \ 2  scan0126
The cost and production timeline for extra jigs, tools, and equipment for the 'D' series chassis.26th Sep 1934Box 85 \ 2  scan0127
Standardisation of a spring loaded spherical bearing for a pedal shaft.6th Oct 1934Box 85 \ 2  scan0128
Cost estimate and production feasibility note for extra jigs, tools, and equipment.1st Oct 1934Box 85 \ 2  scan0129
Schemes to eliminate gear lever noise and dither on a Bentley.7th Nov 1934Box 85 \ 2  scan0130
Potential causes of clutch slip on a Bentley chassis, questioning if it's caused by the lubrication system.15th Nov 1934Box 85 \ 2  scan0131
Responding to a reported case of clutch slip on a Bentley B-53-AE and mentioning ongoing experiments for an improved clutch.15th Nov 1934Box 85 \ 2  scan0132
Re-lining of the clutch on Experimental Bentley Chassis No. B.4.30th Nov 1934Box 85 \ 2  scan0133
Modification and fitting of flywheels and clutches to B-10 and B-12 units for data gathering.20th Dec 1934Box 85 \ 2  scan0134
Modification of disc flywheels for a Bentley.28th Dec 1934Box 85 \ 2  scan0135
Flywheel balancing issues, requesting that the complete assembly be tested on knife edges before engine fitting.1st Jan 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0136
Summary of clutch experiment setups for various units.7th Jan 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0137
High-speed test report on a Bentley 'milanite' flywheel.8th Jan 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0138
Request to saw-cut the driven plate of the clutch on a B-11 unit.17th Jan 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0139
Re-standardisation and specification of a Bentley clutch, including a list of part numbers.21th Jan 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0140
Specifications for modifying a clutch for a B-10 Unit.25th Jan 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0141
Experiments to eliminate gear lever rattle on the Bentley.29th Jan 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0142
Diagram of an isolated gear change lever mechanism for a Bentley.29th Jan 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0143
Blueprint diagram illustrating a Mor-Flex coupling on a selector shaft for a Bentley.29th Jan 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0144
Flywheel experiments on a Bentley, concerning low inertia issues causing rattles and a request to fit a new scheme.29th Jan 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0145
Table comparing the weight and inertia values for various Bentley flywheels.29th Jan 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0146
The decision not to standardise a lightened flywheel for the Bentley Clutch.31th Jan 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0147
Tackling the gear lever rattle on the Bentley.1st Feb 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0148
The elimination of gear lever rattles on a Bentley chassis.2nd Feb 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0149
Flywheel experiments on a Bentley, specifying a change from an 11' to a 10' Borg & Beck clutch.4th Feb 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0150
Complaints about gear lever rattles on Bentley chassis and requesting a suggested course of action.4th Feb 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0151
Fitting a Terraplane cork clutch and spring drive, with a deflection curve diagram.5th Feb 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0152
Non-standardised cure for gear lever rattles on a Bentley for a Mr. Ballantine.6th Feb 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0153
Flywheel vibrations by adjusting the balance of the crank web.7th Feb 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0154
Bentley clutch design with technical representatives from Borg & Beck.14th Feb 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0155
Use of Borg & Beck clutches versus in-house designs for Bentley, 20/25 and Wraith models.27th Feb 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0156
Lubrication leak issues on the Bentley clutch operation anchor link and a proposed solution.21th Feb 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0157
The investigation of a failed clutch centre for a new Bentley clutch.8th Mar 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0158
Suggesting a new type of self-sealing spigot bearing for the Borg and Beck clutch on a Bentley.16th Jul 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0159
Urgent request for a modified clutch driven plate made of .080 saw steel for a 10,000-mile test.19th Mar 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0160
Trial of a new Borg & Beck clutch for Bentley models.22th Mar 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0161
Standardisation features for the Bentley clutch.22th Mar 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0162
Standardisation of parts report for a lightened clutch, part number N.Sch.3948.19th Jan 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0163
Cost analysis and savings calculation for introducing a new part for the 'E' series chassis.8th Feb 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0164
Standardisation of a cantilever pedal for the Bentley to improve clutch operation.29th Jan 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0165
Cost estimation for extra jigs, tools and equipment, including a cost comparison between an old and a new part.14th Feb 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0166
Urging the detailing of an adaptation of a Borg and Beck clutch for a Bentley engine.3rd Apr 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0167
Production hold and modifications for Bentley cantilever pedals due to deflection issues.17th Apr 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0168
Modifications to a Bentley's Borg and Beck clutch thrust bearing housing for improved oil retention.17th Apr 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0169
Points raised by Borg and Beck Ltd. regarding a Bentley clutch and the corresponding remarks.18th Apr 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0170
Design of a clutch plate and spring damped centres.18th Apr 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0171
Instructing the swapping of flywheels and clutches between two engine units for experimental purposes.27th Apr 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0172
Request to fit a new Millenite flywheel and inertia ring to a Y-4-BB unit as a replacement for a distorted one.2nd May 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0173
Flywheel experiments and the weights and inertia values of various components.10th May 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0174
Modifications and testing for a Bentley clutch cover.23th May 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0175
The proposal to stiffen the clutch cover for the Bentley chassis flywheel and clutch.24th May 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0176
Internal memorandum regarding a Bentley chassis clutch issue and the proposed solution.27th May 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0177
Breakdown of weights for the components of a Bentley Clutch cartridge assembly.30th May 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0178
Trial fitting of a strengthened Bentley clutch cover to a B-5 unit.3rd Jun 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0179
Lightening of components for a Bentley Clutch.3rd Jun 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0180
Query regarding the standardisation of a modified clutch cover for a Bentley chassis to resolve an issue with the clutch pedal.22th Jun 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0181
Requesting the polar moment of inertia for a single plate flywheel and clutch, and for a double plate clutch.11th Jul 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0182
Test results of different Bentley flywheel and clutch components.18th Jul 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0183
Recurring clutch failure on a standard Bentley at Brooklands.10th Aug 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0184
Use of Borg & Beck clutches on Bentley models, flywheel supply, and pedal lever modifications.13th Aug 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0185
The performance and testing of Borg & Beck clutches fitted to Bentley cars.16th Aug 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0186
Issues with customers burning out the Bentley clutch mechanism due to pedal clearance problems.27th Aug 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0187
Issues with the original Bentley clutch and the performance of a new, superior design.29th Aug 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0188
From a cork manufacturer regarding the supply of alternative laminated washers due to the size constraints of natural cork.9th Sep 1936Box 85 \ 2  scan0189
Requesting an official order for laminated composition cork washers received from a supplier.11th Sep 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0190
Fitting Borg & Beck clutches to Bentley units, including specifications for ordering.11th Sep 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0191
Instructing the order of a further nine levers for Borg & Beck clutches to be fitted to experimental and sales cars.12th Sep 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0192
Invoice from Alfred Ogden & Co. for a Laminated Compo Cork Washer and requesting instructions to issue an order.12th Sep 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0193
Confirming receipt of twelve Laminated Composition Cork Washers and authorising payment.13th Sep 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0194
10' Borg & Beck Clutch on a Large Bore Bentley.3rd Oct 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0195
New drawings for the Large Bore Bentley Chassis Spring Drive and Slipper Flywheel.15th Oct 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0196
Requesting the relative labour and material cost for a Bentley clutch flywheel versus a Borg & Beck arrangement.30th Oct 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0197
Confirming the trial of a B-19 clutch with an Oilite cage, using no external lubrication for the trunnion.7th Nov 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0198
Request to fit a clutch pedal return spring to a car while it is in the shop.11th Nov 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0199
Request to test drive a Large Bore Bentley with a Vanvooren Body in traffic and provide clutch wear data.16th Nov 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0200
Requesting an investigation to increase the travel of the Bentley clutch pedal.19th Nov 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0201
Adoption and testing of a Borg & Beck clutch for the Big Bore Bentley.19th Nov 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0202
Summary of clutch tests concluding the unit for the large bore Bentley is more durable and proposing a larger version for the 20/25 chassis.19th Nov 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0203
Performance and testing of a Borg & Beck clutch fitted to Bentley cars.16th Jun 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0204
Costs for re-lining early type Bentley clutches versus fitting a Borg & Beck type.18th Nov 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0205
Comparative table of clutch pedal ratios for various clutch systems.19th Nov 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0206
Specification table for wear adjustments on two types of Bentley clutches.20th Nov 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0207
Note detailing the clutch designs used on various Bentley series.23th Nov 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0208
The maximum wear adjustment for the Borg & Beck clutch on a Bentley.25th Nov 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0209
The travel of the Bentley clutch pedal to accommodate lining wear.25th Nov 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0210
Results of Bentley clutch tests on Porlock Hill, comparing R.R. and Borg & Beck types.25th Nov 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0211
Recurring clutch failures on Bentley vehicles, cost implications, and a proposed upgrade.25th Nov 1935Box 85 \ 2  scan0212


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