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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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Specifications for a scaled-down steering column and box on a Bentley chassis.23th Nov 1933Box 87 \ 5  scan0131
Issues with the Pendulum Lever Steering Cover on a Bentley, referencing blueprint EW.87.24th Feb 1934Box 87 \ 5  scan0132
Three modifications to the Bentley Steering Column for economy purposes.1st May 1934Box 87 \ 5  scan0133
Suggestions for improving the steering lock on a 3 1/4 Litre Bentley by modifying the cross steering tube joints.2nd May 1934Box 87 \ 5  scan0134
Request to make one set of Bentley Cross Steering Tube Springs to be fitted to chassis B-23-AE.29th May 1934Box 87 \ 5  scan0135
Request to manufacture parts for a Bentley Cross Steering Tube to a modified scheme.13th Jun 1934Box 87 \ 5  scan0136
Bentley, referencing another document and a sketch.16th Jun 1934Box 87 \ 5  scan0137
Wandering steering on Bentley cars, diagnosing the cause as collapsed front spring leaves and suggesting a remedy.13th Jun 1934Box 87 \ 5  scan0138
Wandering steering issues on Bentley cars, attributing the fault to twisting front axles and discussing ongoing spring experiments.18th Jun 1934Box 87 \ 5  scan0139
Wandering steering issues on Bentley cars, attributing the cause to springs and pivots.18th Jun 1934Box 87 \ 5  scan0140
Request to manufacture a new Cross Steering Tube to arrangement EX.11769, as the poundage with GB.1215 springs was too low.28th Jun 1934Box 87 \ 5  scan0141
Request to fix an oil leak from the steering box gland while the car is in the Fitting Shop.29th Jun 1934Box 87 \ 5  scan0142
Faulty steering and severe shaking in a 3.5 Litre Bentley when driven on Belgian pavé roads.6th Jul 1934Box 87 \ 5  scan0143
Customer complaint regarding faulty steering and vibration on a 3.5 litre Bentley on pave roads.13th Jul 1934Box 87 \ 5  scan0144
Customer's complaint about bad steering on a 3 1/2 Litre Bentley when driving on pavé roads.13th Jul 1934Box 87 \ 5  scan0145
The unsatisfactory performance of the 3.5 Litre Bentley on pave roads in Belgium.14th Jul 1934Box 87 \ 5  scan0146
Typed memo to G.W. Hancock regarding testing a 3½ Litre Bentley (B-B8-AH) in France and Belgium.14th Jul 1934Box 87 \ 5  scan0147
Steering complaint for a 3 1/2 Litre Bentley in Belgium, belonging to M. Delacroix.24th Aug 1934Box 87 \ 5  scan0148
Arrangement to fit a new front axle and other modifications on Bentley Chassis No.B.88-AH for M. Delacroix.25th Aug 1934Box 87 \ 5  scan0149
Performance and potential adoption of a scaled-down Peregrine steering box in a Bentley.29th Aug 1934Box 87 \ 5  scan0150
Graph plotting the angular deflection of the steering wheel against the torque applied for Peregrine and Bentley models.29th Aug 1934Box 87 \ 5  scan0151
Arrangements for a representative to interview Mr. Delacroix regarding an accident involving Bentley Chassis B.130-AH.29th Aug 1934Box 87 \ 5  scan0152
Tests carried out to diagnose and resolve a customer complaint of faulty steering and wobble on a Bentley.17th Aug 1934Box 87 \ 5  scan0153
Request for a scheme to modify the Bentley steering by stiffening the Peregrine pendulum lever shaft.3rd Oct 1934Box 87 \ 5  scan0154
The Bentley steering column, referencing a new stiffer rocker shaft from a scaled-down Peregrine steering system.5th Oct 1934Box 87 \ 5  scan0155
Urging the fitment of a lightened steering column to a Bentley B-5 model.8th Oct 1934Box 87 \ 5  scan0156
Comparing bonnet temperatures using bypass and shutter methods of water temperature control, with attached results.21th Sep 1934Box 87 \ 5  scan0157
Formulae and example calculations for determining bonnet temperature using bypass control and shutter methods.21th Sep 1934Box 87 \ 5  scan0158
Requesting the build of a new Bentley Cross Steering Tube after a temporary swap between cars.3rd Dec 1934Box 87 \ 5  scan0159
Stronger bolts for the steering nut cage on the Bentley 20/25 HP chassis.4th Jan 1935Box 87 \ 5  scan0160
Proposal to increase the strength of Bentley Cross Steering Tubes by changing their dimensions.8th Jan 1935Box 87 \ 5  scan0161
Correcting the pendulum lever length for the 5-B-IV steering system.21th Jan 1935Box 87 \ 5  scan0162
Request to correct the pendulum lever length for the Peregrine Steering on vehicle 5-B-IV.21th Jan 1935Box 87 \ 5  scan0163
Request to modify a Peregrine steering system for use on a Bentley Bump Chassis.22th Jan 1935Box 87 \ 5  scan0164
Steering tests, including tyre pressure adjustments and handling feedback.8th Feb 1935Box 87 \ 5  scan0165
Revised lettering on Bentley steering column controls.9th Feb 1935Box 87 \ 5  scan0166
Requirements for fitting a Marles steering gear to a Bentley chassis.12th Feb 1935Box 87 \ 5  scan0167
Modifications required for the Marles and Peregrine steering tubes for assembly.12th Feb 1935Box 87 \ 5  scan0168
Letter from Cam Gears Ltd. proposing to fit a Bishop Gear to a car for examination and comparison.22th Mar 1935Box 87 \ 5  scan0169
Letter to Cam Gears Ltd. regarding Bishop steering bumping issues on a Bentley chassis.26th Mar 1935Box 87 \ 5  scan0170
Letter from Cam Gears Ltd. to S.W. Grylls regarding further tests of the Bishop Steering Gear.27th Mar 1935Box 87 \ 5  scan0171
Recommendations for modifications to improve and lighten the Bentley steering system.24th Apr 1935Box 87 \ 5  scan0172
Reduction of friction in the steering by using lower-rated springs in the ball joints.25th Apr 1935Box 87 \ 5  scan0173
Comparison of weights for different Bentley steering mechanisms.2nd Jul 1935Box 87 \ 5  scan0174
20/25 HP & Bentley steering seizing issues, referencing complaints and lubricant types.21th Aug 1935Box 87 \ 5  scan0175
Inquiring about the cleaning procedure after using 'Whitmore's O Compound'.21th Aug 1935Box 87 \ 5  scan0176
Complaints regarding Bentley steering and the performance of different lubricants.3rd Sep 1935Box 87 \ 5  scan0177
Bentley steering issues, specifically sticking locks, and the proposed solution using different lubricants.29th Aug 1935Box 87 \ 5  scan0178
Bentley steering oil viscosity for different weather conditions and proposing grooves as a solution.5th Sep 1935Box 87 \ 5  scan0179
Instructions for Bentley steering, specifically the type of oil to be used for winter and summer.7th Sep 1935Box 87 \ 5  scan0180
Bentley steering issues, including oil changes and a left-hand lock problem.10th Sep 1935Box 87 \ 5  scan0181
Bentley steering wheel vibration and a request to construct a new arrangement for testing.4th Oct 1935Box 87 \ 5  scan0182
Acknowledging receipt of a steering column from chassis 3-B-IV and its transfer to a scrap chassis.5th Oct 1935Box 87 \ 5  scan0183
Complaints and solutions for rattles from the change speed lever on 20/25 HP and Bentley models.20th Nov 1935Box 87 \ 5  scan0184
Technical memorandum detailing a fix for rattles in the selector shaft using a rubber buffer for 20/25 HP cars and Bentleys.20th Nov 1935Box 87 \ 5  scan0185
Requesting a bump test for the small Marles steering unit by swapping it between chassis.22th Jan 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0186
Two-tone horn switch for a Bentley steering column, using Phantom III parts.24th Dec 1935Box 87 \ 5  scan0187
The order and modification of a new Bentley steering gear from Adamant Engineering Co.17th Feb 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0188
Ordering a new 1.7/16 double tooth Marles steering gear for a Bentley chassis and instructions for its assembly.17th Feb 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0189
The use of Marles Steering on a stiffened Bentley Chassis, suggesting a move away from Peregrine steering parts.10th Mar 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0190
Assembly difficulties and proposed solutions for side and cross steering tubes on Bentley & 20/25 models.2nd Apr 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0191
Design points for the Side and Cross Steering Tube on Bentley and 25 HP models.4th Apr 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0192
Use of a turned type of pad for the front end, considering its movement and cost.2nd Apr 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0193
Proposal to adopt a scaled-down Phantom III cross steering tube joint for the Bentley & 25/30 HP models, with a cost and weight analysis.8th Apr 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0194
Location of a contact piece in a sleeve and suggesting solutions to an existing issue with a joint.8th Apr 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0195
Requesting modifications to the steering on the 5-B-IV model to reduce column whip by extending the steering tube.20th Apr 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0196
Frictional characteristics of Spectre type steering joints compared to those on Bentley and 25/30 HP chassis.23th Apr 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0197
Proposed modifications for the Bentley steering pendulum lever and side steering tube rear joint.5th May 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0198
Modifications to Bentley cross and side steering tube ball joints.5th May 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0199
Design of a joint with a metal water-excluder and associated components.13th May 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0200
Modifications and proposed improvements to the Bentley steering joint.13th May 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0201
Component suitability for Bentley and 25/30 models, referencing the Phantom III joint.23th Apr 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0202
Customer's comment on the Marles steering for the 4¼-Litre Bentley.17th Jun 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0203
Confirming that Marles steering has never been fitted to a production Bentley car.18th Jun 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0204
Steering box, pivot pins, and axle wear on Bentley Chassis No. B.89-CW.17th Jun 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0205
Modifications to Bentley steering joints and levers due to a change in brake drum materials.10th Jul 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0206
Changing the material for Bentley steering boxes from bronze to malleable iron.6th Aug 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0207
Design of the side steering tube for the Bentley III independent front suspension, comparing it with other models and considering cost-saving options.5th Oct 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0208
Proposed modifications to improve the steering on car 5-B-IV.8th Oct 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0209
Confirming a request to remove steering from a chassis for deflection tests.28th Oct 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0210
To Mr. Hancock at Cricklewood regarding an inquiry into the causes of stiff Bentley steering.30th Oct 1930Box 87 \ 5  scan0211
Confirming the removal of a Marles steering due to a roller failure and the temporary refit of a Peregrine steering.30th Oct 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0212
Revised, more cost-effective design for the Bentley III side steering tube.10th Nov 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0213
Modifications and improvements to the steering on a Bentley.17th Nov 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0214
Customer's steering complaint on a Bentley and the proposed modifications.19th Nov 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0215
Cross steering layout and steering lever for the Bentley III, including modifications.23th Nov 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0216
From 'Rm.' regarding a delay in fitting steering parts to an 'Improved Ride Bentley', expecting completion in three weeks.25th Nov 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0217
Requesting modification of a 7.500 pendulum lever for lighter and lower geared Bentley steering.25th Nov 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0218
Confirming the despatch of a hand-forged Bentley Pendulum Lever with a usage warning.26th Nov 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0219
Arranging the despatch of a Bentley steering pendulum lever to Lillie Hall.27th Nov 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0220
Modifications to the cross steering layout and steering lever for the Bentley III, referencing specific schematics.23th Nov 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0221
Various designs and cost comparisons for Bentley III side and cross steering tubes.30th Nov 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0222
Steering tube modifications and suggesting material tests for cost savings.31th Oct 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0223
On the cause of Bentley stiff steering, attributing it to the failure of cast iron tee pieces in the chassis lubrication system.31th Oct 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0224
Pricing and design for Bentley III Side and Cross Steering Tubes.2nd Dec 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0225
Using single-ended butted tubes for Bentley III side and cross steering tubes.9th Dec 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0226
Side steering layout and front shock absorber mounting for the Bentley III.10th Dec 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0227
Requesting the completion of fitting work on a 7.500 Bentley pendulum lever to Ex.17856.19th Dec 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0228
Requesting the completion of a steering system fitting on a chassis for a 10,000 miles test.29th Dec 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0229
Standardisation of parts document for a Bentley rear side steering tube joint.14th Dec 1936Box 87 \ 5  scan0230


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