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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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Confirming the decision to dynamically balance all fans using a special machine from Giesler's.15th Jul 1935Box 86 \ 5  scan0056
Request to modify the Bentley 20/25 flexible bladed fan due to a crack developing at the root during testing.19th Mar 1936Box 86 \ 5  scan0057
Bentley quarterly complaints about fan bracket and hub failures, suggesting they may be due to unbalanced fans.29th Apr 1936Box 86 \ 5  scan0058
Testing, failure, and proposed redesign of flexible blade fans for 20/25 HP & Bentley models.15th May 1936Box 86 \ 5  scan0059
Invoice from Bentley Motors for two fan belts supplied to Mr. Steadman.31th Aug 1936Box 86 \ 5  scan0060
Official order be sent to Bentley Motors for two fan belts.1st Sep 1936Box 86 \ 5  scan0061
Requesting an order be passed to Bentley Motors Ltd. for two fan belts.31th Aug 1936Box 86 \ 5  scan0062
Official order for a fan belt from British Goodrich Tyre & Rubber Co., Ltd.10th Nov 1936Box 86 \ 5  scan0063
Fan breakages on a Bentley, suspecting a lack of balance as the cause.3rd Nov 1936Box 86 \ 5  scan0064
Requesting a new standard Bentley fan to be fitted to a customer's car at the Paris Dept.4th Nov 1936Box 86 \ 5  scan0065
Proposal outlining modifications to reduce the cost of Bentley and 25/30 fans.14th Nov 1936Box 86 \ 5  scan0066
Requesting endurance and power loss tests on various Bentley car fans following a failure.18th Nov 1936Box 86 \ 5  scan0067
Request for a cost estimate to manufacture Phantom III fan pulleys from sheet metal pressings versus machining from solid.27th Nov 1936Box 86 \ 5  scan0068
Proposal to reduce production costs for Bentley and 25/30 HP fans by standardizing components.1st Dec 1936Box 86 \ 5  scan0069
Cost savings for a new fan type and a design update for the fan pulley on Bentley and Phantom III cars.27th Nov 1936Box 86 \ 5  scan0070
Request to place an official order for fan belts from British Goodrich Ltd.12th Dec 1936Box 86 \ 5  scan0071
Six fan belts to be sent to The British Tyre & Rubber Co. Ltd.17th Dec 1936Box 86 \ 5  scan0072
The modification of two standard Bentley fans for testing and standardization purposes.12th Mar 1937Box 86 \ 5  scan0073
Tests conducted on pressed sets of fan blades for Bentley and 25/30HP cars.4th May 1937Box 86 \ 5  scan0074
Proposal to adopt the EW.947 fan blade set for 25/30.HP and Bentley cars after a 15,000-mile test.4th May 1937Box 86 \ 5  scan0075
Comparison of different fan types on a Bentley car B.56.BN, recording critical air temperatures at various speeds.4th May 1937Box 86 \ 5  scan0076
Comparison of different fan blades and their critical air temperature under engine idling conditions on a 22.G.V. car.24th Nov 1937Box 86 \ 5  scan0077
Failure of a fan blade on car 6.B.IV.24th Nov 1937Box 86 \ 5  scan0078
Laboratory report on the failure analysis of a Wraith Fan EW.947, detailing material and design flaws.16th Nov 1937Box 86 \ 5  scan0079
Lack of fan lubrication on 'M' series Bentley cars and proposing a modification.8th Jun 1938Box 86 \ 5  scan0080
Alternative schemes for supporting the Bensport engine.18th Jun 1932Box 86 \ 5  scan0081
Blueprint proposal for the Bensport engine suspension system.28th Jun 1932Box 86 \ 5  scan0082
Design of the Bensport engine mounting, including its cross member and flexible links.27th Aug 1932Box 86 \ 5  scan0083
Use of ball joints and rods on a front axle.27th Aug 1932Box 86 \ 5  scan0084
Unsatisfactory aspects of the Bensport front engine suspension and proposing modifications.19th Sep 1932Box 86 \ 5  scan0085
Two alternative designs for the Bensport (J.1) rear engine suspension, one using a Ferodo ring and another a rubber ring.7th Nov 1932Box 86 \ 5  scan0086
Bensport gearbox suspension, its supports, and removal procedure.12th Mar 1932Box 86 \ 5  scan0087
Tests to measure the constraint that various components have on engine movement for the 4.B.IV model.8th Aug 1933Box 86 \ 5  scan0088
Graph plotting deflection versus applied torque for various vehicle assembly configurations.22th Aug 1933Box 86 \ 5  scan0089
Knocking issue with the Bentley engine mounting bush.22th Aug 1933Box 86 \ 5  scan0090
Use of graphite-impregnated bakelite for Bentley front engine mounting bearing bushes.22th Aug 1933Box 86 \ 5  scan0091
Issues with a Ferobestos bush (EB.184) on the Bentley engine mounting, and an urgent order for experimental replacements made from Continental Bakelite.25th Aug 1933Box 86 \ 5  scan0092
Sample Oilite Bush for the Bentley engine suspension.29th Aug 1933Box 86 \ 5  scan0093
Request to order six experimental Oilite bushes for a Bentley engine mounting.7th Sep 1933Box 86 \ 5  scan0094
Experiments with rubber rear engine mountings on a Bentley to improve smoothness and reduce engine boom.11th Dec 1933Box 86 \ 5  scan0095
Cross-sectional drawing of a gearbox cross-member mounting bracket assembly.13th Dec 1933Box 86 \ 5  scan0096
The development of Bentley rubber rear engine mountings for improved smoothness.13th Dec 1933Box 86 \ 5  scan0097
Development of rubber engine mountings for Bentley models to improve smoothness and reduce vibrations.13th Dec 1933Box 86 \ 5  scan0098
Title page or brief note concerning the Bentley engine.14th Dec 1933Box 86 \ 5  scan0099
Bentley smoothness and rubber rear engine mounting ahead of a conference.14th Dec 1933Box 86 \ 5  scan0100
Standardisation of an Oillite Bush for Front Engine Suspension.20th Dec 1933Box 86 \ 5  scan0101
Lack of progress on adopting flexible engine mountings.6th Mar 1934Box 86 \ 5  scan0102
Inquiring about the adoption of 'floating power' engine mountings, as seen in American cars.1st Dec 1932Box 86 \ 5  scan0103
Progress and plans for developing engine mountings for Bentley and Spectre models.17th Mar 1934Box 86 \ 5  scan0104
Engine mounting issues for the 40/50 and 20/25 models, and the purchase of a Terraplane 6-cylinder for research.20th Mar 1934Box 86 \ 5  scan0105
Proposing to test a Terraplane engine mounting on a Bentley chassis to address wing flap and engine roughness.22th Mar 1934Box 86 \ 5  scan0106
Engine mounting schemes, including a central mounting for the radiator, wings and lamps, and rear mounting flexibility for the 10,000 mile Bentley to eliminate booms.22th Mar 1934Box 86 \ 5  scan0107
Blueprint for a Bentley Rear Engine Mounting, mentioning modifications and comparisons to a Terraplane.21th Mar 1934Box 86 \ 5  scan0108
Blueprint for an experimental Bentley front engine support.21th Apr 1934Box 86 \ 5  scan0109
Adaptation of front engine mountings and a cantilever pedal scheme for a Bentley Terraplane Type.1st May 1934Box 86 \ 5  scan0110
The issue of the gearbox hitting the floorboards due to Terraplane engine mountings on the Bentley, and the proposed solution.7th May 1934Box 86 \ 5  scan0111
The difficulties encountered when experimentally fitting a Terraplane mounting to a Bentley car.14th May 1934Box 86 \ 5  scan0112
Technical report page discussing engine mounting results and solutions for various component rattles and movements.14th May 1934Box 86 \ 5  scan0113
Need for a stronger stay for the back of the gearbox on the Terraplane engine mounting for a Bentley.28th May 1934Box 86 \ 5  scan0114
Investigations into clutch trouble and flexible engine mounting by visiting other car manufacturers.14th Jun 1934Box 86 \ 5  scan0115
Visit to Rover Cars, discussing their experimental features, transmissions, and coachwork, with an attached diagram of a clutch mechanism.14th Jun 1934Box 86 \ 5  scan0116
List of particulars for a Morris cork clutch.14th Jun 1934Box 86 \ 5  scan0117
Request to make two sets of parts for Bentley Rear Engine Feet to be sent to France.5th Jul 1934Box 86 \ 5  scan0118
Bentley Flex. Engine Mounting, detailing a new scheme for a larger overflow oil pipe and a modified gearbox bracket.14th Jul 1934Box 86 \ 5  scan0119
Implementation of complete rubber engine mounting on a Bentley model.17th Jul 1934Box 86 \ 5  scan0120
Distortion of a Bentley engine suspension crossmember and the provision of a stiffener.23th Jul 1934Box 86 \ 5  scan0121
Requesting the modification of a cross member on the 25 HP Bump chassis to a new scheme applicable to both Bentley and 25 HP cars.24th Jul 1934Box 86 \ 5  scan0122
Letter to The British Goodrich Rubber Co. Ltd. arranging a meeting to discuss engine mounting rubbers.2nd Aug 1934Box 86 \ 5  scan0123
Letter to Leyland & Birmingham Rubber Co. Ltd. arranging a follow-up visit due to new difficulties.2nd Aug 1934Box 86 \ 5  scan0124
Proposal for a Bentley flexible engine mounting clutch pedal connection.29th Aug 1934Box 86 \ 5  scan0125
The front flexible engine mounting for a Bentley 10,000 mile car.6th Sep 1934Box 86 \ 5  scan0126
Requesting drawing numbers and details for Bentley car parts to ensure production accuracy.13th Sep 1934Box 86 \ 5  scan0127
Omitted detail in the rubber engine mounting schemes for the Bentley.1st Nov 1934Box 86 \ 5  scan0128
List of required items concerning the Bentley Flexible Engine Mounting.1st Nov 1934Box 86 \ 5  scan0129
Standardisation of a rubber mounting crossmember at the rear of the engine.5th Nov 1934Box 86 \ 5  scan0130
Estimated cost and production details for extra jigs, tools, and equipment for the 'D' series chassis.28th Sep 1934Box 86 \ 5  scan0131
Engine mounting rubbers for the 20/25 HP & Bentley models.3rd Jan 1935Box 86 \ 5  scan0132
Lightening the design of 25 HP torque reaction dampers and their potential application to the Bentley.6th Mar 1935Box 86 \ 5  scan0133
Requesting to fit a lightened torque reaction damper to S-B-IV before it goes to France, listing the relevant part numbers.8th Mar 1935Box 86 \ 5  scan0134
Required design modification for a thermometer pipe on a Bentley due to full rubber engine mounting.11th Mar 1935Box 86 \ 5  scan0135
Cause and solution for a breaking thermometer tube due to engine movement.8th Mar 1935Box 86 \ 5  scan0136
Diagram indicating the location of previous breakages on a pipe connection.11th Apr 1935Box 86 \ 5  scan0137
Drawings for flexible water connections and throttle controls for the Bentley all-rubber engine mounting.11th Apr 1935Box 86 \ 5  scan0138
Request to fit pipes, rubber connections, and new throttle controls to a Bentley chassis.16th Apr 1935Box 86 \ 5  scan0139
Requesting the replacement of collapsed front engine mounting rubbers on a Spectre I car.26th Jun 1935Box 86 \ 5  scan0140
Internal request to issue an order to the British Tyre & Rubber Co. Ltd. for specific invoices.13th Sep 1935Box 86 \ 5  scan0141
Letter to The British Tyre & Rubber Co. Ltd. requesting a range of experimental engine mounting rubbers.13th Sep 1935Box 86 \ 5  scan0142
Letter from British Tyre & Rubber Co. Ltd. confirming the preparation of requested samples.14th Sep 1935Box 86 \ 5  scan0143
Letter from British Tyre & Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the preparation of samples for Part F. 60398/9 and the supply of metal parts.17th Sep 1935Box 86 \ 5  scan0144
Covering order request for special rubbers and steel inserts to be sent to the British Tyre & Rubber Co. Ltd.24th Sep 1935Box 86 \ 5  scan0145
Letter to the British Tyre & Rubber Co. Ltd. about supplying metal parts to enable the production of special rubbers.24th Sep 1935Box 86 \ 5  scan0146
Follow-up letter from British Tyre & Rubber Co. Ltd. about the supply of metal parts for a Front Engine Rubber component.24th Sep 1935Box 86 \ 5  scan0147
Standardisation of parts for lightened type torque reaction dampers.15th Jun 1935Box 86 \ 5  scan0148
Cost estimation for extra jigs, tools and equipment, with a cost comparison of old versus new parts.27th Aug 1935Box 86 \ 5  scan0149
Requesting a drawing for a raised front engine mounting for a Bentley.3rd May 1937Box 86 \ 5  scan0150
Two schemes for a coil bracket for the Bentley High Engine Mounting.8th Jun 1937Box 86 \ 5  scan0151
Internal request to place an official order for various rubber parts for a Bentley engine mounting.26th Oct 1937Box 86 \ 5  scan0152
Additional order for a rubber engine mounting for a Bentley.30th Oct 1937Box 86 \ 5  scan0153
Request to place an official order with the British Tyre & Rubber Co. for moulding rubber for a Bentley front engine mounting.13th Nov 1937Box 86 \ 5  scan0154
Design changes and material specifications for the Bensfort radiator.18th Oct 1932Box 87 \ 1  scan0001


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