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The transfer of an induction pipe, carburettors, and air silencer for a 3 1/2 litre unit.24th May 1935Box 85 \ 4  scan0124
Invoice for six No.139 Filters from The S.U. Company and a request for payment authorisation.3rd Jun 1935Box 85 \ 4  scan0125
Request to issue an official order for S.U.Co. filters for testing on a Bentley Carburetter.6th Jun 1935Box 85 \ 4  scan0126
The development and dimensional modifications for Bentley induction pipes for two specific applications.13th Jun 1935Box 85 \ 4  scan0127
Instruction to fit a standard thimble filter to all Bentley carburetter float chambers to prevent flooding.27th Jun 1935Box 85 \ 4  scan0128
Requesting a new design for an air intake bend for a Large Bore Bentley, to be cast in aluminium.16th Sep 1935Box 85 \ 4  scan0129
Layout and parts for the large bore Bentley induction system.18th Sep 1935Box 85 \ 4  scan0130
Modifications to an induction pipe for a 3.500 Bore Bentley.18th Sep 1935Box 85 \ 4  scan0131
Development of the induction system and carburettors for the 3.500 Bore Bentley.18th Sep 1935Box 85 \ 4  scan0132
Provisional specifications for intake system components for B-18 and B-19 engine units.18th Sep 1935Box 85 \ 4  scan0133
Improvements to the 3.500' Bore Bentley Induction System and its carburetters.20th Sep 1935Box 85 \ 4  scan0134
Urgent production request for induction pipes and intake bends for a Large Bore Bentley to gain road experience.24th Sep 1935Box 85 \ 4  scan0135
Request to modify a Bentley Induction Pipe from specification Hs.2080 to Hs.2188.10th Oct 1935Box 85 \ 4  scan0136
Query regarding the sizes for an L.B.2 needle for a Bentley 'G' Series chassis.15th Jan 1936Box 85 \ 4  scan0137
Confirmation of the final pipe dimensions for the Bentley Induction System.18th Oct 1935Box 85 \ 4  scan0138
Potential jamming issue with the float mechanism in larger S.U. carburettors for the Large Bore Bentley.21th Oct 1935Box 85 \ 4  scan0139
Instructing the production of three sets of large bore Bentley induction pipes and clarifying drawing number discrepancies.21th Oct 1935Box 85 \ 4  scan0140
Request to supply a complete set of large carburetters and induction pipes for test bed purposes.23th Oct 1935Box 85 \ 4  scan0141
New drawings and associated parts for the Large Bore Bentley Chassis.17th Oct 1935Box 85 \ 4  scan0142
Weight reduction exercise for Big Bore Bentley Air Silencers by changing material gauges.6th Nov 1935Box 85 \ 4  scan0143
Instruction to manufacture one more Big Bore Bentley air silencer, specifying the use of steel rivets instead of aluminium.11th Nov 1935Box 85 \ 4  scan0144
Modifications to air silencers for Big Bore Bentley and 20/25 HP models, detailing changes in materials.19th Nov 1935Box 85 \ 4  scan0145
Drawings for a carburetter air cleaner, silencer, ignition control, and water pump elbow for Large Bore Bentley and 25-HP engines.23th Nov 1935Box 85 \ 4  scan0146
The new L.O.P. for the carburetter on the Large Bore Bentley Chassis.26th Nov 1935Box 85 \ 4  scan0147
Test results for a Large Bore Bentley fitted with large carburettors, comparing different cylinder heads and needles.13th Dec 1935Box 85 \ 4  scan0148
Providing blueprints and drawings for a Large Bore Bentley air silencer.17th Dec 1935Box 85 \ 4  scan0149
The comparative performance tests of L.B.1 and L.B.2 needles on a B-56-BN Bentley.24th Dec 1935Box 85 \ 4  scan0150
Testing of L.B.1 and L.B.2 needles for the Big Bore Bentley.30th Dec 1935Box 85 \ 4  scan0151
Letter providing the dimensions for an L.B.2 carburettor needle for the Bentley 'G' series chassis.20th Jan 1936Box 85 \ 4  scan0152
Standardisation of parts for a lightened air silencer.15th Jun 1935Box 85 \ 4  scan0153
Cost estimation for extra jigs, tools, and equipment and the proposed production implementation.17th Sep 1935Box 85 \ 4  scan0154
Questioning the new throttle stop arrangement on Large Bore Bentley carburettors.7th Feb 1936Box 85 \ 4  scan0155
High cost of the Vokes Air Filter EB.2772 for the Bentley and seeking alternatives.28th Feb 1936Box 85 \ 4  scan0156
Request to detail and produce a modified induction pipe for a High Power Bentley.5th Mar 1936Box 85 \ 4  scan0157
Proposal outlining cost savings for the Bentley Air Silencer by substituting materials.27th Mar 1936Box 85 \ 4  scan0158
Confirming agreement on a scheme to reduce the cost of the Bentley air silencer.27th Mar 1936Box 85 \ 4  scan0159
Request to slow production of the current Bentley carburetter air silencer pending a modified design.30th Mar 1936Box 85 \ 4  scan0160
Providing sketches for a Bentley Air Silencer's metallic wool air filter element.30th Mar 1936Box 85 \ 4  scan0161
The cost reduction and production of a Bentley Air Silencer.30th Mar 1936Box 85 \ 4  scan0162
Negative results of tests on a Bentley using large carburetters and induction pipes.6th Apr 1936Box 85 \ 4  scan0163
Slow running engine vibration tests using different carburetter and induction pipe configurations.6th Apr 1936Box 85 \ 4  scan0164
Acceleration test results and conclusions for different carburetter and induction pipe configurations.6th Apr 1936Box 85 \ 4  scan0165
Performance test results for car models 6-B-IV and 3-B-IV at Brooklands.2nd Apr 1936Box 85 \ 4  scan0166
Comparison of engine performance traces under various ignition, RPM, pipe, and carburetter settings.17th Apr 1936Box 85 \ 4  scan0167
Replacement blueprint for the Bentley II Chassis carburetter air silencer assembly.17th Apr 1936Box 85 \ 4  scan0168
Details and drawings of an auxiliary carburetter system for improving the slow running of old Bentley cars.19th Aug 1936Box 85 \ 4  scan0169
Materials and design for filter elements used in air intake silencers.28th Aug 1936Box 85 \ 4  scan0170
Results of testing filter elements for air intake silencers in different fuels.31th Aug 1936Box 85 \ 4  scan0171
Modified air silencer filter element for the 25/30 and Bentley chassis, requesting a detailed drawing.21th Sep 1936Box 85 \ 4  scan0172
Standardisation of an air silencer by changing from aluminium to steel to reduce cost.16th Nov 1936Box 85 \ 4  scan0173
Cost estimate and production feasibility note for jigs and equipment for the 'K' series chassis.14th Oct 1936Box 85 \ 4  scan0174
Blueprint showing the design for a supercharger and induction pipes for a large bore Bentley.10th Feb 1937Box 85 \ 4  scan0175
Suggestion to simplify the carburetter throttle coupling on the 4¼ Litre Bentley chassis.10th Feb 1937Box 85 \ 4  scan0176
The performance gains from fitting six Amal carburetters to 3.5 and 4.25 litre Bentley engines.6th Aug 1937Box 85 \ 4  scan0177
Engine modifications testing different carburettor setups and a T.T. cylinder head, noting effects on airflow and power.6th Aug 1937Box 85 \ 4  scan0178
Analysis of the effects of carburettor size and enlarged inlet valve ports on engine power and torque.6th Aug 1937Box 85 \ 4  scan0179
List of conclusions regarding engine induction system losses and efficiency.6th Aug 1937Box 85 \ 4  scan0180
Impracticality of gaining power by freezing the induction system.1st Dec 1937Box 85 \ 4  scan0181
Performance graph comparing two different carburetter systems for a 3½ Litre Bentley engine, unit B.7.1st Dec 1937Box 85 \ 4  scan0182
Performance graph comparing two carburettor systems on a 4 1/4 Litre Bentley B14 engine.1st Apr 1937Box 85 \ 4  scan0183
Performance graph comparing three different carburettor systems on a 4¼ Litre Bentley engine, unit B14.1st Oct 1937Box 85 \ 4  scan0184
Petrol leaks from the float chamber lid of a Bentley S.U. carburetter due to a machining fault.11th May 1937Box 85 \ 4  scan0185
Service complaints about Bentley throttle control sticking.22th May 1937Box 85 \ 4  scan0186
Complaints about Bentley S.U. carburetter float chamber covers being too thin.22th May 1937Box 85 \ 4  scan0187
Service complaint memo about sticking throttle controls on Bentley carburettors and a proposed solution.22th May 1937Box 85 \ 4  scan0188
Replacement throttle control parts for the Bentley Chassis, specifically a bracket and spring.28th Oct 1937Box 85 \ 4  scan0189
Sticking throttle issues in Bentley cars and a proposed spring-based solution.13th Dec 1937Box 85 \ 4  scan0190
Response regarding complaints of a sticking throttle spring on a Bentley II chassis, suggesting modifications.22th Apr 1938Box 85 \ 4  scan0191
Confirmation to produce a drawing for an experimental cast aluminium intake bend for a 4¼-litre Bentley.3rd Aug 1938Box 85 \ 4  scan0192
Requesting tests be conducted on an outside air intake for a Bentley, with instructions for carburetor adjustment.8th Aug 1938Box 85 \ 4  scan0193
Parts list for a Bentley 11 Air Silencer modification to suit larger carburetters.24th Aug 1938Box 85 \ 4  scan0194
Performance comparison experiments for a Bentley II with a standard air intake versus an external air intake, including acceleration test results.29th Aug 1938Box 85 \ 4  scan0195
Report comparing standard and external air intakes, detailing temperature readings and performance conclusions.29th Aug 1938Box 85 \ 4  scan0196
Slow running adjustment method for 4 1/4 Litre Bentley carburetter throttles.4th Mar 1939Box 85 \ 4  scan0197
Inquiry regarding instances of throttle sticking after fitting a lower stressed throttle spring, piece No. EB.3429.31th Mar 1939Box 85 \ 4  scan0198
Slow running adjustment for the 4 1/4-Litre Bentley, specifically concerning the throttle stops and return spring.29th Mar 1939Box 85 \ 4  scan0199
Technical memorandum discussing the crankshaft, damper, and critical frequency calculations for the Bensport engine.16th Jan 1932Box 85 \ 5  scan0001
Suitability of a Peregrine crankshaft for a supercharged engine, comparing it to an Alfa Romeo design.24th Mar 1932Box 85 \ 5  scan0002
Proposed modifications to the Bensport Engine's crankshaft to increase speed.15th Apr 1932Box 85 \ 5  scan0003
Engine shaft calculations, Peregrine critical speed, and proposed improvements.15th Apr 1932Box 85 \ 5  scan0004
Design considerations for the Bensport Crankshaft and supercharger.19th Apr 1932Box 85 \ 5  scan0005
Potential requirement and cost of using nitro-hardened crankshafts on the Bensport model.23th Apr 1932Box 85 \ 5  scan0006
Comparative analysis of the stiffness of Peregrine and Bensport crankshafts.27th Apr 1932Box 85 \ 5  scan0007
The stiffness and natural frequency of a supercharger drive.26th May 1932Box 85 \ 5  scan0008
Fitting of a Bensport crankshaft with larger diameter journals similar to the Peregrine engine.26th May 1932Box 85 \ 5  scan0009
Blueprint showing the dimensions of a centre main bearing for a Bensport crankshaft in a Peregrine crankcase.20th May 1940Box 85 \ 5  scan0010
The Bensport crankshaft, its balance weight studs, and testing on a Peregrine engine.27th May 1932Box 85 \ 5  scan0011
Failure of a Peregrine crankshaft during testing and proposals for new dimensions.21th Jun 1932Box 85 \ 5  scan0012
Comparison table of calculated stiffness, inertia, and critical speed for various engine components.22th Jun 1932Box 85 \ 5  scan0013
'Bensport' engine's crankshaft limitations for racing applications.22th Jun 1932Box 85 \ 5  scan0014
Reduction of crankshaft stroke for the Reisport engine to raise its critical speed.29th Aug 1923Box 85 \ 5  scan0015
Data table comparing engine crankshaft stiffness, inertia, and critical speeds for various configurations.6th Jul 1932Box 85 \ 5  scan0016
Amended list of critical speeds for the Bensport crankshaft.6th Jul 1932Box 85 \ 5  scan0017
Table comparing engine characteristics such as Stiffness, Inertia, and Critical Speed across different configurations.15th Aug 1932Box 85 \ 5  scan0018
Blueprint for the Bensport Crankshaft.15th Aug 1932Box 85 \ 5  scan0019
Design issues with the J.I. crankshaft and proposing improvements for the Bensport model.29th Nov 1932Box 85 \ 5  scan0020
The design of the Bensport J.1. crankshaft, referencing drawing LeC.3284.1st Dec 1932Box 85 \ 5  scan0021
Necessity of using studs instead of bolts for main bearings on the Bensport engine, affecting the 20/25 model.21th Dec 1932Box 85 \ 5  scan0022
Drawing LeC.3324 for the Bensport J.1, detailing changes to the crankcase, starter motor, and main bearing caps.23th Dec 1932Box 85 \ 5  scan0023
Suggestion to test a modification for increasing oil holes in chassis crankshaft journals.9th Feb 1933Box 85 \ 5  scan0024


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