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From the Rolls-Royce experimental archive: a quarter of a million communications from Rolls-Royce, 1906 to 1960's. Documents from the Sir Henry Royce Memorial Foundation (SHRMF).
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Test on the rubber silencer suspension for a Bentley vehicle.26th Jul 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0019
Graph of load and deflection measurements for a Bensport silencer suspension front bracket.24th Jul 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0020
Graph showing load vs. deflection characteristics for Bensport silencer suspension rubber pads.24th Jul 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0021
Modifications and testing of the Bentley silencer suspension system.27th Jul 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0022
Modifications to the 3.5 litre Bentley Exhaust Cutout.2nd Aug 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0023
Issues with the exhaust cutout on a 3½ Litre Bentley, specifically rattling, wear, and exhaust gas impingement.2nd Aug 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0024
Modifications to the Bentley exhaust cutout to prevent it from fouling the equaliser shaft due to pipe expansion.8th Aug 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0025
Tests on spring-based Bentley silencer suspension compared to rubber.25th Aug 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0026
Directive on the correct procedure for tightening nuts on the Bentley exhaust system to allow for thermal expansion.9th Sep 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0027
Modifications to the Bentley exhaust system, comparing steel springs with rubber fittings and requesting a trial.11th Sep 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0028
Tests of the Bentley exhaust system to determine clearance between the rear axle and the tailpipe on rebound.25th Sep 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0029
Exhaust pipe clearance under the back axle for a Bentley.25th Sep 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0030
Confirming the manufacture of a Bentley exhaust system and researching austenitic steels for its parts.29th Sep 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0031
Blueprints for replacement springs for the 3 1/2 Litre Bentley exhaust cut-out.5th Oct 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0032
Issue of exhaust fumes entering the car body from the Bentley exhaust system cut-out and proposing a redesign.16th Oct 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0033
Modifications and material changes for the Bentley exhaust system.17th Oct 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0034
Instruction to fit new suspension parts to an experimental Bentley chassis for evaluation.19th Oct 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0035
Repeated exhaust manifold failures on test beds and a request for newly cast manifolds for further testing.9th Nov 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0036
Blueprint showing a modification to the end ports of a Bentley exhaust manifold.9th Nov 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0037
Standardisation of parts for an exhaust tail pipe suspension, using springs instead of rubber.2nd Nov 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0038
Standardisation of the exhaust cut-out operating mechanism spring.2nd Nov 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0039
Failure on the Bentley exhaust system and a recommended modification.25th Nov 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0040
Testing of a Bentley exhaust system sliding joint.4th Dec 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0041
The incorporation of modified exhaust and silencer parts into Bentley production.15th Dec 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0042
Clarifying the materials and clearances for a Bentley exhaust system.18th Dec 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0043
Clarifying the materials and clearances for the Bentley exhaust system.19th Dec 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0044
The Bentley exhaust system sliding joint, clearing it for 10,000 miles.19th Dec 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0045
The failure of a mild steel exhaust downtake pipe and the subsequent switch to Staybrite steel for production.1st Feb 1934Box 86 \ 3  scan0046
Standardisation of parts report for a sliding joint in the front expansion box.20th Dec 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0047
Standardisation of lagged exhaust parts in Staybrite.20th Dec 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0048
Proposal to redesign the Bentley exhaust system by removing flanges to prevent distortion during welding.27th Feb 1934Box 86 \ 3  scan0049
Modification to the Bentley exhaust system and its implications for repair service and manufacturing.28th Feb 1934Box 86 \ 3  scan0050
Design and practicality of a Bentley exhaust system, proposing a three-section construction.28th Feb 1934Box 86 \ 3  scan0051
Request to supply a complete Bentley Exhaust System with specific welding instructions for a 10,000 mile car.14th Mar 1934Box 86 \ 3  scan0052
Issues and potential improvements for exhaust systems, specifically concerning the Terraplane mounting.26th Apr 1934Box 86 \ 3  scan0053
Request to construct an experimental Bentley exhaust system to test varying pipe diameters for E.R. Hall's car.30th May 1934Box 86 \ 3  scan0054
Confirming the dispatch of an exhaust system from a Chevrolet car.30th May 1934Box 86 \ 3  scan0055
Confirmation of receipt and testing of an exhaust system.4th Jun 1934Box 86 \ 3  scan0056
Request to modify schemes to fit a flexible exhaust system mounting on car 3-B-IV.29th Jun 1934Box 86 \ 3  scan0057
Modifications to the Bentley Flexible Exhaust Suspension.26th Jul 1934Box 86 \ 3  scan0058
Request to build a revised Bentley flexible exhaust system for a 4-B-V chassis.1st Aug 1934Box 86 \ 3  scan0059
Depot sheet concerning a complaint of Bentley exhaust downtake pipes burning away due to the material used on early chassis.3rd Aug 1934Box 86 \ 3  scan0060
Issues with fumes from the Bentley exhaust cut-out and experiments to find a solution.4th Sep 1934Box 86 \ 3  scan0061
Tests to overcome exhaust fumes entering a Bentley by extending the exhaust cut-out pipe.4th Sep 1934Box 86 \ 3  scan0062
Blueprint drawing of a Bentley exhaust cut-out.4th Sep 1934Box 86 \ 3  scan0063
Specification memo for a lightened exhaust system, detailing weight savings from using thinner gauge steel.12th Oct 1934Box 86 \ 3  scan0064
Material gauge modifications for components of a 5-E-IV exhaust system's rear silencer.25th Oct 1934Box 86 \ 3  scan0065
Exhaust System deleting flange between front expansion box and cut-out.5th Oct 1934Box 86 \ 3  scan0066
Cost estimate and production note for jigs, tools, and equipment for the 'D.2' series chassis.18th Sep 1934Box 86 \ 3  scan0067
Modification to the Bentley silencer to address a 'tinny' exhaust sound.26th Nov 1934Box 86 \ 3  scan0068
Additional new parts for a Bentley tinny exhaust silencer assembly.27th Nov 1934Box 86 \ 3  scan0069
Introducing lagging on the intermediate exhaust silencer for a Bentley 'C' series chassis.3rd Dec 1934Box 86 \ 3  scan0070
Difficulties in standardizing lagging on an intermediate silencer for a Bentley.10th Jan 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0071
Modifications to the intermediate silencer and lagging on Bentley cars.16th Jan 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0072
Requesting a trial of a modified Bentley exhaust system on a specific chassis.21th Jan 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0073
Modifications for the lagging of an intermediate silencer on a Bentley.21th Jan 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0074
The experimental fitting of lagging for a Bentley's intermediate exhaust box.28th Jan 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0075
Instruction to build and fit a lagged intermediate exhaust box to a Bentley chassis.1st Feb 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0076
Modifications for weight reduction on Bentley Intake & Exhaust Systems.22th Feb 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0077
Letter to The Southwark Manufacturing Co. Ltd. enclosing a drawing for the manufacture of 6 Corra-Joint Washers for a Bentley Exhaust Manifold Joint.25th Feb 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0078
Comparison of performance between a standard front expansion chamber and the Hs.1585 model.28th Feb 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0079
Performance graph comparing three different front exhaust expansion chamber configurations on a Bentley B.2 Unit.30th Jan 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0080
Standardisation of parts for the lagging of the intermediate silencer.30th Nov 1934Box 86 \ 3  scan0081
Estimation of the cost and production viability for introducing extra jigs and tools for the 'C' series chassis.7th Dec 1934Box 86 \ 3  scan0082
Outlining the complete requirements for a modified exhaust system.25th Mar 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0083
Request to build an experimental rear expansion chamber for a Bentley exhaust system and fit it to chassis 1-B-IV.27th Mar 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0084
Blueprint for a Rear Expansion Chamber for a Bentley.27th Mar 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0085
Request to make and fit a modified tail pipe for a Bentley exhaust system to car 1-B-IV.5th Apr 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0086
Letter to The Southwark Manufacturing Co. Ltd. regarding the testing of 'Corru-Joint' Exhaust Washers on a 3½ litre Bentley Chassis.8th Apr 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0087
Letter from The Southwark Manufacturing Co. Ltd. regarding the 10,000 mile test of 'CORRUJOINT' Exhaust Washers.9th Apr 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0088
Modification to an expansion box for an exhaust system following a failure.26th Apr 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0089
Letter from a supplier discussing the specifications of cupro-nickel joint rings for an exhaust pipe.1st May 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0090
Request for a replacement straight through pipe in Staybrite steel following a failure during a 10,000-mile test in France.10th May 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0091
Altering the exhaust system on car 3-B-IV to accommodate Girling brakes and address noise issues.10th May 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0092
Letter to a supplier acknowledging receipt of modified exhaust manifold joint rings for testing and reporting.14th May 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0093
Requesting the fabrication of a new exhaust pipe from a casting for an experiment.29th May 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0094
Progress of obtaining a Staybrite exhaust pipe for GWH.29th May 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0095
Standardisation of parts for exhaust manifold washers in nickel.9th Aug 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0096
Cost estimate for extra jigs and tools and confirmation of production starting with the first 'F' series chassis.15th Jul 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0097
Standardisation of Stellited Exhaust Valves.16th Aug 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0098
Cost analysis comparing an old and new part, including an estimate for extra equipment.16th Jul 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0099
Request to build one rear expansion box for a Big Bore Bentley exhaust system.11th Nov 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0100
Requesting the production of one rear expansion box for a Big Bore Bentley Exhaust System.15th Nov 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0101
Requesting the construction of a custom Bentley exhaust system for testing purposes.19th Nov 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0102
Specification for the Big Bore Bentley exhaust system.19th Nov 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0103
Blueprint of an experimental rear silencer for a Bentley.19th Nov 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0104
New drawings and replacement parts for the Large Bore Bentley exhaust fittings.22th Nov 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0105
Notification of alteration to blueprints for an Expansion Box and Front Silencer Assembly.22th Nov 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0106
Exhaust fittings for a Large Bore Bentley, referencing earlier correspondence and new blueprints.25th Nov 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0107
Request to send an official order for the re-enamelling of 2 Bentley Exhaust Manifolds.28th Nov 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0108
Letter arranging for the enamelling of sand-blasted exhaust manifolds for road testing on Bentley cars.28th Nov 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0109
Analysis of B.HP loss on a big bore Bentley exhaust system.29th Nov 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0110
Letter from Lane & Girvan Ltd. regarding the enamelling of two exhaust manifolds for Bentley cars.29th Nov 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0111
Modifications to a Bentley, including raising the exhaust pipe and a new wiring tube.30th Nov 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0112
Instruction to hold up work on the Bentley exhaust system rear silencer.3rd Dec 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0113
Letter from Lane & Girvan Limited regarding an order for two 'Bentley' Exhaust Manifolds, confirming price and delivery.5th Dec 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0114
New drawings and a parts list for the Large Bore Bentley exhaust tail pipe.6th Dec 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0115
The decision to continue using the standard exhaust system for the Big Bore Bentley car.9th Dec 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0116
Letter to Fescol Limited regarding the Fescol system as an alternative to Staybrite for preventing corrosion in exhaust systems.16th Dec 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0117
Letter from FESCOL LIMITED confirming a meeting with the Experimental Department.17th Dec 1935Box 86 \ 3  scan0118


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