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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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Urging careful discussion before abandoning the company's own alloys in favour of proprietary or inferior materials.26th Nov 1936Box 87 \ 3  scan0067
Cover memo forwarding copies of documents regarding proprietary articles.28th Nov 1936Box 87 \ 3  scan0068
Copies of documents relating to Proprietary Articles.27th Nov 1936Box 87 \ 3  scan0069
Issues with clutches and the cost to bring them up to requirements.24th Nov 1936Box 87 \ 3  scan0070
Cost-benefit analysis of sourcing propeller shafts from Hardy Spicers versus in-house production.24th Nov 1936Box 87 \ 3  scan0071
Laboratory report detailing the material analysis and heat treatment of a Hardy Spicer Propeller Shaft.27th Nov 1936Box 87 \ 3  scan0072
Requesting copies of previous memos on proprietary articles and arranging a future discussion.27th Nov 1936Box 87 \ 3  scan0073
Benefits of fitting a propeller shaft damper to Bentley cars and plans to reintroduce a lighter version.2nd Dec 1936Box 87 \ 3  scan0074
Standardisation of the propeller shaft damper for the Bentley chassis.4th Dec 1936Box 87 \ 3  scan0075
Instruction to re-introduce the Propellor Shaft Damper on the 101st 'J' series Bentley Chassis.9th Dec 1936Box 87 \ 3  scan0076
Introduction of a propeller shaft damper on a Bentley 'J' Series chassis.9th Dec 1936Box 87 \ 3  scan0077
Cost analysis and updates on proprietary articles for 25/30 and Bentley models, including details on price increases and production issues.14th Dec 1936Box 87 \ 3  scan0078
Wraith type propeller shaft on a Bentley, requesting a drawing for a re-standardised front coupling.17th Dec 1936Box 87 \ 3  scan0079
Confirming the composition of propeller shaft dampers for France.17th Dec 1936Box 87 \ 3  scan0080
The introduction of a propeller shaft damper on a Bentley 'J' Series chassis.21th Dec 1936Box 87 \ 3  scan0081
Fitting propeller shaft dampers on Bentley production chassis.30th Dec 1936Box 87 \ 3  scan0082
The fitting of Propeller Shaft Dampers to Bentley chassis.1st Jan 1937Box 87 \ 3  scan0083
Blueprints for alternative Damper Flywheels for the Bentley II and 25/30-HP chassis propeller shaft.12th Jan 1937Box 87 \ 3  scan0084
From Sg. to Rm. regarding a pending Depot Instruction Sheet for a juddering clutch on the 4¼-litre Bentley.8th Jan 1937Box 87 \ 3  scan0085
Responding to a query about transmission rattles in 25/30.HP. & Bentley models.11th Jan 1937Box 87 \ 3  scan0086
Lubrication leakage issues in a propeller shaft sliding joint and proposing a test solution.14th Jan 1937Box 87 \ 3  scan0087
Inspection of a Bentley Hardy Spicer propeller shaft after 15,000 miles of use.9th Feb 1937Box 87 \ 3  scan0088
Specifications and supply of a Bentley propeller shaft from Hardy-Spicer.2nd Apr 1937Box 87 \ 3  scan0089
Instruction to retrospectively fit Propeller Shaft Dampers on all 4¼-litre Bentley cars.5th Jun 1937Box 87 \ 3  scan0090
Trial of a propeller shaft damper on a Bentley, inspired by a Studebaker part.7th Jun 1937Box 87 \ 3  scan0091
Pitted spindle from a Bentley propellor shaft joint, attributing the fault to soft core and case hardening issues.10th Aug 1937Box 87 \ 3  scan0092
Micro-examination report on the hardness and case thickness of a Bentley Universal Joint Pin.20th Aug 1937Box 87 \ 3  scan0093
Laboratory report showing transverse and longitudinal sections of a needle roller race from a universal joint pin, etched to reveal the case depth.16th Aug 1937Box 87 \ 3  scan0094
Laboratory report showing a photograph of a universal joint pin after etching on the needle race.16th Aug 1937Box 87 \ 3  scan0095
Modifications to the Propeller Shaft Universal Joint for a Bentley.23th Aug 1937Box 87 \ 3  scan0096
Alteration notice for a Bentley chassis propeller shaft, involving the replacement of a part to prevent imbalance.11th Jan 1938Box 87 \ 3  scan0097
Confirming that the fitting of propeller shaft dampers on the 4 1/4 litre Bentley should not be a retrospective modification.7th Jul 1938Box 87 \ 3  scan0098
Listing prints for metal parts required for a Bentley propeller shaft centre bearing.3rd Aug 1939Box 87 \ 3  scan0099
Letter to Messrs. Hardy Spicer & Co. regarding the balancing of two divided propeller shafts from Bentley chassis.19th Sep 1940Box 87 \ 3  scan0100
Requesting an original 3 1/4 litre Bentley piston from the London Depot for Derby Works.2nd Sep 1940Box 87 \ 3  scan0101
Correspondence regarding the return of an old Bentley piston, pattern EB/1299, to Derby.10th Sep 1940Box 87 \ 3  scan0102
New drawing for rear axle dampers on the Bensport Series 1, cancelling a previous drawing and detailing consequent modifications.24th Feb 1933Box 87 \ 3  scan0103
Modifications to the rear axle damper mountings and the Bensport Body, with reference to blueprint LeC.3387.24th Feb 1933Box 87 \ 3  scan0104
Specification for modifying Bentley 2 shock dampers for the front and rear.31th May 1933Box 87 \ 3  scan0105
Recommending settings for hydraulic damper loads on a Bentley vehicle.9th Sep 1933Box 87 \ 3  scan0106
Instructions for shock damper settings and parts on the Bentley 3½ litre chassis.12th Sep 1933Box 87 \ 3  scan0107
Settings for Bentley shock dampers on two production chassis.19th Sep 1933Box 87 \ 3  scan0108
Proposed individual hand control for Bentley dampers, including specifications and material suggestions.10th Jan 1934Box 87 \ 3  scan0109
Proposing an improved front damper fixing for Bentley cars.15th Feb 1934Box 87 \ 3  scan0110
Scheme for applying metal mud excluders to Bentley rear shock damper ball joints.6th Mar 1934Box 87 \ 3  scan0111
Performance of adjustable shock absorbers on a Bentley test car.9th Mar 1934Box 87 \ 3  scan0112
The need for refinements, specifically controllable dampers, to maintain Bentley sales.9th Mar 1934Box 87 \ 3  scan0113
Different types of shock absorbers for Bentley cars.13th Mar 1934Box 87 \ 3  scan0114
Introduction of controllable shock dampers on the Bentley 'C' Series and the location of their operating lever.13th Mar 1934Box 87 \ 3  scan0115
Performance of different types of shock absorbers on experimental cars, including the Bentley.14th Mar 1934Box 87 \ 3  scan0116
Schemes for controllable shock absorbers on Bentley cars and the introduction of a foot switch.15th Mar 1934Box 87 \ 3  scan0117
Complaint case regarding Bentley Chassis No. B.145-AE and an owner's request for auxiliary dampers.26th Apr 1934Box 87 \ 3  scan0118
Criticism of the suspension on a 3.5 Litre Bentley Chassis in Belgium and requesting recommendations for shock absorber settings.30th Apr 1934Box 87 \ 3  scan0119
Letter to a customer regarding the suitability of standard Bentley shock absorbers for use on the Continent.2nd May 1934Box 87 \ 3  scan0120
Modifications to the rear damper brackets for a Bentley vehicle.8th May 1934Box 87 \ 3  scan0121
Fitment of a Bentley rear damper fixing to a Bumper Chassis for E.R. Hall's car.2nd Jun 1934Box 87 \ 3  scan0122
Request to supply a pair of front dampers for Bentley Chassis 15-AE and return the old ones for examination.29th May 1934Box 87 \ 3  scan0123
The transfer of 4 shock dampers with 3 position control from car 4-B-IV to the Repair Department.29th May 1934Box 87 \ 3  scan0124
Request to fit controllable dampers to a 1-B-IV Saloon for a demonstration.25th Jun 1934Box 87 \ 3  scan0125
Revised, cost-reducing scheme for the Bentley rear damper suspension.29th Jun 1934Box 87 \ 3  scan0126
Specifying the settings for Bentley controllable dampers.6th Jul 1934Box 87 \ 3  scan0127
Combination of friction and hydraulic shock dampers for vehicles.2nd Aug 1934Box 87 \ 3  scan0128
Standardisation of parts for governor controlled shock dampers.21th Sep 1934Box 87 \ 3  scan0129
Estimated cost for extra tooling and equipment for the 'C' series chassis production.3rd Sep 1934Box 87 \ 3  scan0130
The settings for the 25 HP and Bentley Shock Damper Governor Unit.5th Nov 1934Box 87 \ 3  scan0131
Table of pressure readings for 25 HP production governor units.26th Nov 1934Box 87 \ 3  scan0132
Inquiring about damping ratios and potential issues with the Bentley Shock Damper Control.26th Nov 1934Box 87 \ 3  scan0133
Load settings for the Bentley Shock Damper Control.29th Nov 1934Box 87 \ 3  scan0134
Ordering flexible connections from one supplier while holding off on another for the Bentley 'E' Series chassis.22th Jan 1935Box 87 \ 3  scan0135
Recommendation to proceed with an order for flexible connections for shock absorbers from an existing supplier.25th Jan 1935Box 87 \ 3  scan0136
The ride control governor pressures for the Bentley and 20/25 HP models.2nd Mar 1935Box 87 \ 3  scan0137
Brochure for the 3½-Litre Bentley 'The Silent Sports Car' and a reprinted article from 'The Motor' on its driver-controlled suspension.1st Feb 1935Box 87 \ 3  scan0138
Article detailing a new system where hydraulic shock absorber settings are varied by vehicle speed and manual control.19th Feb 1935Box 87 \ 3  scan0139
Query regarding moving the front shock absorber connections to the axle ends on a Bentley and whether this requires new axle dies.25th Apr 1935Box 87 \ 3  scan0140
Recommendation to increase the bolt size for the Bentley rear shock damper connecting tube following a component failure.1st May 1935Box 87 \ 3  scan0141
Design of Bentley shock absorbers and the combination of hydraulic and dry friction.1st May 1935Box 87 \ 3  scan0142
The practicality of using a hydraulic damper from the Phantom on a lighter car, and considerations for a compact design.1st May 1935Box 87 \ 3  scan0143
Request to modify the part numbers for existing tubes and valves.16th May 1935Box 87 \ 3  scan0144
Test results and design analysis of a Bentley and Draper shock absorber.24th May 1935Box 87 \ 3  scan0145
Standardisation of parts for a modification to the governor valve in the shock damper governor unit.24th May 1935Box 87 \ 3  scan0146
Cost estimate for jigs, tools, and equipment for the 'G' series chassis production.28th Jun 1935Box 87 \ 3  scan0147
Request to connect the front shock dampers to the axle with connecting tubes.1st Oct 1935Box 87 \ 3  scan0148
The trial of Autolock Dampers on 25 HP and Bentley chassis.10th Dec 1935Box 87 \ 3  scan0149
Requesting Autolock dampers for 25 HP and Bentley chassis, specifying the need for 3 point fixings.14th Dec 1935Box 87 \ 3  scan0150
Requesting a summary of complaints regarding rear shock absorber knocks.17th Mar 1936Box 87 \ 3  scan0151
Acknowledging receipt of information about shock absorber knocks and requesting to be notified of any future issues.25th Mar 1936Box 87 \ 3  scan0152
Causes of Bentley rear shock damper knocks and related component issues.25th Mar 1936Box 87 \ 3  scan0153
Complaints of knocking sounds from hydraulic shock dampers, specifically on Bentley rear dampers.12th Mar 1936Box 87 \ 3  scan0154
List of cars that have had new bushes fitted to their shock damper shafts, with additional handwritten notes.28th Jan 1936Box 87 \ 3  scan0155
Analysis of shock absorber knocks recorded for quarterly complaint purposes.20th Mar 1936Box 87 \ 3  scan0156
Analysing customer complaints of 'knocks' and investigating potential causes, including loose front shock dampers and frame bolts.15th Apr 1936Box 87 \ 3  scan0157
The costs and parts required for modifying the governor control to dampers.15th Apr 1936Box 87 \ 3  scan0158
Cost-saving proposal comparing the governor control pipes on the 25/30 HP and Bentley chassis.8th Apr 1936Box 87 \ 3  scan0159
Standardisation of a coiled copper pipe for the governor control to dampers on a Bentley chassis to achieve a cost saving.3rd Jul 1936Box 87 \ 3  scan0160
Standardisation of coiled copper pipe for the governor control to dampers on a Bentley chassis.25th Sep 1936Box 87 \ 3  scan0161
Querying the increased cost of the Bentley improved axle control compared to what was previously stated.26th Nov 1936Box 87 \ 3  scan0162
Standardisation of a copper pipe from the shock damper governor unit to the frame, for cost reduction.18th Dec 1936Box 87 \ 3  scan0163
Cost of new tools and the production start for the 'L' series chassis.1st Oct 1936Box 87 \ 3  scan0164
Customer complaints about harsh riding on Bentley chassis due to high initial shock damper loading.22th Feb 1937Box 87 \ 3  scan0165
Increasing the initial shock damper poundage for Bentley cars destined for France.23th Feb 1937Box 87 \ 3  scan0166


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