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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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Estimated cost for new tools for the 'L' Series chassis production.25th Jan 1937Box 87 \ 5  scan0231
Request to test a short pendulum lever at Chateauroux for lower geared Bentley steering.25th Jan 1937Box 87 \ 5  scan0232
Proposing a material change for Bentley steering boxes to reduce production costs.1st Feb 1937Box 87 \ 5  scan0233
Cost implications of changing the material for Bentley steering boxes from Dixtampo to Malleable Iron.3rd Feb 1937Box 87 \ 5  scan0234
Using low carbon case hardened contacts for cross steering tubes and front axle controls to reduce wear.3rd Feb 1937Box 87 \ 5  scan0235
Arrangement to send a Marles Steering gear to Adamant Engineering Co. for a lower ratio cam and roller to be fitted.2nd Mar 1937Box 87 \ 5  scan0236
Dispatch of a Bentley steering column to The Adamant Engineering Co. for modification.2nd Mar 1937Box 87 \ 5  scan0237
Modification of Bentley steering to accommodate large tyres, specifying a Marles type gear.23th Mar 1937Box 87 \ 5  scan0238
Issues and solutions for steering control rattles on Bentley vehicles.9th Apr 1937Box 87 \ 5  scan0239
Failure of a Marles steering gear due to fractured balls in the roller follower.12th Apr 1937Box 87 \ 5  scan0240
Standardisation of a shorter steering pendulum lever (7.500' instead of 8.000').10th May 1937Box 87 \ 5  scan0241
Cost estimate for new tooling related to the production of the 'L' series chassis.20th May 1937Box 87 \ 5  scan0242
Alarming steering behaviour and engine vibration on the 5-B-IV model.20th May 1937Box 87 \ 5  scan0243
Alarming steering characteristics and engine vibration issues on the 5-B-IV model.20th May 1937Box 87 \ 5  scan0244
Requesting a design modification for the Bentley steering gear due to issues with spanner clearance.7th Jun 1937Box 87 \ 5  scan0245
Proposal to modify the Bentley 11.A (Wraith) steering column bracket for improved accessibility for tightening.25th Oct 1937Box 87 \ 5  scan0246
Modifications to Bentley 11 engine controls for an improved steering gear as proposed for series 'M'.11th Nov 1937Box 87 \ 5  scan0247
Introduction of the Marles type steering column for the Bentley M.2 series.3rd Dec 1937Box 87 \ 5  scan0248
Confirming Bentley Steering Columns M.2 Series will be discussed at an upcoming C.S.C. meeting.6th Dec 1937Box 87 \ 5  scan0249
Confirming an arrangement for the Bentley 'M.R' Series steering columns following a meeting.8th Dec 1937Box 87 \ 5  scan0250
Blueprints for an alternative steering box for the Bentley II chassis and a material change for the initial M Series production.14th Jan 1938Box 87 \ 5  scan0251
The sale of a faulty old type Bentley steering wheel.5th Feb 1938Box 87 \ 5  scan0252
Follow-up on a proposed modification to the cross steering tube joints on the Bentley Chassis.14th Jun 1938Box 87 \ 5  scan0253
Inquiring about the reduction in complaints of Bentley steering control rattles after a modification.19th Jan 1939Box 87 \ 5  scan0254
Blueprints for fitting shear pins to the side steering tube on a Bentley chassis.13th Apr 1939Box 87 \ 5  scan0255
Requesting the production of 6 shear pins to test the maximum load on the 'M' Series Bentley Steering System.14th Apr 1939Box 87 \ 5  scan0256
Notice detailing a modification to the Phantom III steering shaft diameter.26th Apr 1939Box 87 \ 5  scan0257
Confirming a request for modifications to the steering gear on the 30.EX Dyno Chassis.3rd May 1939Box 87 \ 5  scan0258
Cracked steering rollers on Wraith & 'M' Series Bentley cars, urging immediate replacement to prevent accidents.5th May 1939Box 87 \ 5  scan0259
Results of steering load tests on a Bentley II.1st Jun 1939Box 87 \ 5  scan0260
Test report on shear pins of 850 lbs capacity and the resulting load on the steering gear.1st Jun 1939Box 87 \ 5  scan0261
Steering issues on chassis B.101-KU, discussing potential causes and remedies.14th Aug 1939Box 87 \ 5  scan0262
Forwarding a copy of a customer's letter which contains some of the first criticisms received for a car.7th Oct 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0001
Letter providing feedback and criticism following a trial run of the new 3 1/2 litre car.4th Oct 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0002
Page two of a letter from Ernest Kleinwort providing feedback on a car, comparing engine noise to an Essex and mentioning a Phantom II.12th Oct 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0003
Response to Mr. Kleinwort's criticisms of the Bentley, covering the gearbox, carburation, and engine noise.12th Oct 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0004
Internal memorandum regarding a customer's Bentley order and a reference to the Terraplane.13th Oct 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0005
Request to arrange a trial run in a Bentley car for one of the owners, Mr. Thrige.23th Oct 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0006
Enquiry for a 3½-litre Bentley and the current availability of chassis.26th Oct 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0007
Letter to A.R. Pease of Leyland Motors Ltd. regarding the purchase of a new 3.5 litre Bentley car.26th Oct 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0008
Arranging demonstration runs for two potential Bentley customers.30th Oct 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0009
Letter from the Experimental Department arranging a test drive of a Bentley car.31th Oct 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0010
Request to arrange a demonstration run of a 3 1/2-litre Bentley for a customer in Nottingham.1st Nov 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0011
Identifying two prospective clients for a new car demonstration.1st Nov 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0012
Letter to Miss M. Wright offering a trial run in an experimental Bentley car following her visit to a show.1st Nov 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0013
Arranging car trial runs for applicants with specific individuals.2nd Nov 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0014
Seeking confirmation on the inability to carry out a run for Mr. Holder in Nottingham.3rd Nov 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0015
Customer's brake issue following an emergency stop and a theory about the front brakes operating first.2nd Nov 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0016
Letter detailing an unfortunate experience with the brakes on a new Bentley, causing the car to spin.2nd Nov 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0017
Explanation of vehicle behaviour under severe braking conditions, specifically regarding Bentley brakes.4th Nov 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0018
Letter to Miss M. Wright confirming a rescheduled car trial appointment.6th Nov 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0019
Car demonstrations for clients, including a request for an open car trial due to fumes in a saloon model.6th Nov 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0020
Brief internal memo responding to a query about Bentley brakes, suggesting the issue is bad driving.7th Nov 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0021
Customer complaint from Jack Barclay regarding ineffective brakes on a Bentley B-29-AE after washing.7th Nov 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0022
Customer complaint from Jack Barclay about ineffective Bentley brakes after washing.7th Nov 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0023
Brief internal memo confirming arrangements for a car for Mr. Young to save on expenses.8th Nov 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0024
Ineffective Bentley brakes and ongoing experimental work.14th Nov 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0025
Letter from Ford Motor Company thanking an employee for a test drive of a new Bentley.10th Nov 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0026
Letter to Ford Motor Co. requesting feedback on a Bentley trial run.20th Nov 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0027
Letter from the Ford Motor Company providing feedback on a trial run in a Bentley.22th Nov 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0028
Letter from the Experimental Department to A.R. Smith of The Ford Motor Company regarding a Bentley.23th Nov 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0029
Follow-up letter concerning a test drive in a 3.5-litre Bentley for Mr. Young.24th Nov 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0030
Arranging a run for Mr. Young, noting the open car is unavailable until the following week.29th Nov 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0031
Letter from the Experimental Department arranging a test drive in an open Bentley car.29th Nov 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0032
Confirming arrangements for a car demonstration for a client, Mr. Weldon of Nottingham.29th Nov 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0033
Confirming a trial run for Mr. L. Weldon of Nottingham.1st Dec 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0034
Follow-up letter to Miss M. Wright regarding a run in a Bentley.1st Dec 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0035
Cancelled car run for a potential customer, Miss M. Wright.2nd Dec 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0036
Arrangements for car 65-MW, belonging to Lord Herbert Scott, to have its rear springs changed at Cricklewood.5th Dec 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0037
Following up on a run arranged for S.P. Parr, asking about purchasing interest.13th Dec 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0038
Letter to S.P. Parr, Esq. to arrange a trial run in an open-top Bentley.19th Dec 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0039
A customer's trial run and a follow-up action.19th Dec 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0040
Letter from C.H. Truman & Co. Ltd discussing a trial on the new Bentley.21th Dec 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0041
Recommendation to update the first 15 Bentleys with a centrally mounted radiator and strengthened pistons.28th Dec 1933Box 88 \ 1  scan0042
Follow-up letter regarding arranging a Bentley demonstration run for Mr. Young of the National Publicity Service.8th Jan 1934Box 88 \ 1  scan0043
Customer's complaint about a noisy replacement gearbox in a Bentley B-17-AE trials car.11th Jan 1934Box 88 \ 1  scan0044
Performance review letter providing feedback on a Bentley Car B-17-AE after 1,000 miles of use.11th Jan 1934Box 88 \ 1  scan0045
Page 2 of a letter from A.H. Pass regarding a trial run on an open touring car.12th Jan 1934Box 88 \ 1  scan0046
Brakes and other criticisms of a Bentley Car B-17-AE.12th Jan 1934Box 88 \ 1  scan0047
Press opinions and potential design modifications for a Bentley model.23th Jan 1934Box 88 \ 1  scan0048
Letter providing feedback on the Bentley's design, focusing on its lack of space and price point compared to competitors.22th Jan 1934Box 88 \ 1  scan0049
Letter discussing competitor car performance, mentioning Lagonda and Bentley, and a potential radiator modification.24th Jan 1934Box 88 \ 1  scan0050
Customer complaints from Pass & Joyce about Bentley Car B-17-AE.24th Jan 1934Box 88 \ 1  scan0051
Response to criticisms regarding the Bentley B-17-AE, addressing issues with slow running, gearbox, starting, brakes, and headlamps.24th Jan 1934Box 88 \ 1  scan0052
Responding to issues with Jack Barclay's car, specifically clutch slipping and gear lever rattle.7th Feb 1934Box 88 \ 1  scan0053
Cover note attaching a copy of a letter from Mr. Longman of Dex Garages regarding their Bentley Demonstration Car.13th Feb 1934Box 88 \ 1  scan0054
Letter detailing a road test and first impressions of a new 3.5-litre Bentley model.12th Feb 1934Box 88 \ 1  scan0055
Page 2 of a letter praising the performance and features of the 3.5 litre Bentley.14th Feb 1934Box 88 \ 1  scan0056
Sg. to Hs. regarding an attached report on Mr. Follett's trial of a Bentley.14th Feb 1934Box 88 \ 1  scan0057
Feedback on a 3½-litre Bentley demonstration car, including criticisms of road holding and body accommodation.13th Feb 1934Box 88 \ 1  scan0058
Criticisms of the gear and brake lever positions and the vehicle's top speed.13th Mar 1934Box 88 \ 1  scan0059
Suggesting sending literature to a potential customer, Major C.A. Branston, after a successful Bentley test drive.13th Mar 1934Box 88 \ 1  scan0060
Typed memo enquiring about an outstanding arrangement with Monsieur Andre Dubonnet concerning his vehicle.16th Mar 1934Box 88 \ 1  scan0061
Lending a Bentley car to Mr. Minchin to secure a favourable impression.27th Mar 1934Box 88 \ 1  scan0062
Customer's letter of praise for a 3.5 litre Rolls-Royce Bentley.26th Mar 1934Box 88 \ 1  scan0063
Potential car exchange for Monsieur Dubonnet involving his present '25' and a Bentley.29th Mar 1934Box 88 \ 1  scan0064
Customer, Monsieur Dubonnet, receiving better terms from competitor Messrs. Rootes for a Bentley purchase.6th Apr 1934Box 88 \ 1  scan0065
From Sg. to Hs. regarding feedback on a Bentley lent to Major Kennedy.17th Apr 1934Box 88 \ 1  scan0066
Copy of a letter from Major D.H. Kennedy providing feedback on a test drive of a 3.5-litre Bentley.14th Apr 1934Box 88 \ 1  scan0067
Sharing Mr Railton's glowing feedback on a Bentley's speed and performance on the track.18th Apr 1934Box 88 \ 1  scan0068


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