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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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Weight, spring, and buffer clearance specifications for car 4-B-IV.7th Nov 1934Box 88 \ 2  scan0068
Inquiry requesting details on compression ratio, horsepower, and performance gains after a test drive showed no disadvantages.26th Nov 1934Box 88 \ 2  scan0069
Dangerous test drive experience with a car exhibiting severe brake judder and front-wheel wobble.26th Nov 1934Box 88 \ 2  scan0070
On engine modifications for Bentley model 4-B-IV, comparing compression ratios and noting horsepower increase.28th Nov 1934Box 88 \ 2  scan0071
Component 4-B-IV be sent to Derby for investigation into a reported issue.28th Nov 1934Box 88 \ 2  scan0072
Return of an unsafe car by train, awaiting a report.29th Nov 1934Box 88 \ 2  scan0073
Letter of apology regarding issues with car 4 BIV and arranging future correspondence.6th Dec 1934Box 88 \ 2  scan0074
Memo to 'R_m' about a missed meeting and a purchased tyre from Burck Ltd available in England.6th Dec 1934Box 88 \ 2  scan0075
Findings from a car inspection, including broken shafts, incorrect damper loads, and a low-speed wobble.8th Dec 1934Box 88 \ 2  scan0076
Private letter discussing brake judders on car 4.B.IV and improvements to another vehicle.10th Dec 1934Box 88 \ 2  scan0077
Test drive of the Trials Car, commenting on its Vanden Plas body, one-piece wings, and the performance of its high axle ratio.10th Dec 1934Box 88 \ 2  scan0078
Wing flap in relation to frame frequency on different car body types and axle ratios.12th Dec 1934Box 88 \ 2  scan0079
Investigation into brake judders on a Bentley, caused by a sheared control link spindle on the front axle.12th Dec 1934Box 88 \ 2  scan0080
List of modifications and parts to be fitted to car 4-B-IV.4th Feb 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0081
Requesting a new petrol pump with improved diaphragms and a small bore induction pipe.4th Feb 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0082
Test drive report on Bentley car 2-B-4, detailing handling, steering wheel improvements, bonnet rattle, warming-up time, and headlamp colour.4th Feb 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0083
Internal memorandum detailing a list of five modifications for a vehicle's brake layout.4th Feb 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0084
Report cover sheet on Bentley Brakes, detailing suggested remedies for fading.5th Feb 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0085
Bentley brake fading issues, diagnosing the problem with the servo and proposing solutions.5th Feb 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0086
Customer objection about brake servo assistance and the risks of improper adjustment.5th Feb 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0087
Instruction to fit part N.Sch.4314 to the servo swinging arm of a car.5th Feb 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0088
Requesting the fitting of two different types of Lodge sparking plugs to a car for testing and mileage recording.12th Feb 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0089
Request to check and potentially re-line the rear brakes of a car.13th Feb 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0090
Work instruction memo detailing tasks for car 4-B-IV.6th Mar 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0091
Request for a longer petrol tap connection and oil union for the fitting of isolated floorboards on a car.14th Mar 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0092
Replacement of white metal big end bearings with lead bronze bearings in a B-7 unit.22th Mar 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0093
Short typed memo confirming a telephone conversation and a visit to Derby.2nd Apr 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0094
Fitting of a high compression cylinder head and other jobs on a 20/25 car.3rd Apr 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0095
From 'C.' to 'F. Dodd' comparing the steering performance of car GAE-19 with car GSF-4.12th Apr 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0096
Instruction memo detailing the fitting of a supercharged unit, standard steering, and a specific brake layout to car 3-B-IV.24th Apr 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0097
Recommended changes to the steering tube poundage and oil type for chassis GAE-19.24th Apr 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0098
Request memo to remove wheels, tyres, a cylinder head, and a servo mechanism from car 3-B-IV for testing.24th Apr 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0099
Complaints from Jack Barclay about his trials car, chassis B-146-AH, specifically a squeaky clutch and a rattle from the silencer.1st May 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0100
List of complaints made by Mr. Jack Barclay regarding Chassis B-146-AH.11th May 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0101
Fitting a Y-4-BB unit to a car to examine the existing B-5 unit's Textolite gears and lead bronze bearings.11th May 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0102
Confirming a meeting appointment at Bignall's Corner.14th May 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0103
Log of mileage tests for a component labelled '4BIV', including dates and a final calculation.15th May 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0104
Adding ballast to Bentley cars for a comparative test at Bignall's Corner.15th May 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0105
The fitting of a new unit and the replacement of a servo on a Bentley's car.16th May 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0106
Telegram requesting specific carburetter needles for big bore engines.16th May 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0107
Advertising value of motor tests and being conservative with quoted maximum speeds.21th May 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0108
Instruction to fit a dropped front cross member and bumper bar to car 4-B-IV.22th May 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0109
The loan of a Bentley car to Lord Nuffield and the enclosed copy of a letter received from him.28th May 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0110
Letter from Lord Nuffield of Morris Motors to Mr. Sidgreaves providing feedback after testing a Bentley.27th May 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0111
Fitting a servo with splined linings to the gearbox of car chassis 2-B-IV.17th Jun 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0112
Modifications to the brake levers and cams for the servo system on a car.18th Jun 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0113
Confirming a special fan has been removed and a standard fan has been fitted to car 2.B.IV.2nd Jul 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0114
Instructing the exchange of a special lightened fan from car 2-B-IV with a standard fan.27th Jun 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0115
Removal of experimental parts fitted to car 2-B-IV at Derby.3rd Jul 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0116
The return of a chassis from Park Ward to replace experimental parts.4th Jul 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0117
Return of Chassis No. 2.B.IV from Park Ward, with a handwritten note requesting to test the car before the flywheel is removed.6th Jul 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0118
Instructing the Experimental Department to modify a chassis and return it directly to Park Ward.6th Jul 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0119
The delayed arrival of a 2-B-IV chassis and the planned shipment of a B-23-AE chassis to France.12th Jul 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0120
Instruction to remove the engine unit from chassis 2-B-IV and hand it over to the Experimental Dept.13th Jul 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0121
Enamelling and fitting of a Bentley Aluminium Bladed Fan.29th May 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0122
The sale of a car after repairs and questioning whether experimental parts should be removed.28th Jun 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0123
Renovation of car 2-B-1V at Park Ward & Co's works and the replacement of experimental parts before its sale.2nd Jul 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0124
Removing an experimental flywheel and clutch from a car before offering it for sale.1st Jul 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0125
The replacement of an experimental unit in chassis 2-B-IV with unit B-5, including required modifications.15th Jul 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0126
Request to dispatch two leather gear lever covers for a customer's car after they were omitted on a previous visit.16th Jul 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0127
Clutch component changes and trials on a B-5 unit.17th Jul 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0128
The series classification and modifications for chassis No. 2-B-IV.18th Jul 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0129
Handover and classification of chassis 2-B-1V.29th Jul 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0130
Decision not to add hand-controlled shock dampers to a car, following a telephone conversation.1st Aug 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0131
To the repair department with instructions for fitting a B.V. unit to car 2-B-IV.1st Aug 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0132
Car with a faulty clutch being sent for repair at Derby.9th Aug 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0133
Modification to be fitted to Chassis 4-B-IV.19th Sep 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0134
Proposing to secretly fit a set of lightened thick leaf road springs to a customer's car for testing.7th Nov 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0135
Requesting the preparation of parts to fit lightened springs to a specific car.8th Nov 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0136
Requesting a car for clutch tests and to improve oil consumption, with a note of thanks regarding a Leica.9th Nov 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0137
Engine change, oil consumption, and diagnosing plug fouling in a customer's car.13th Nov 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0138
Requesting the fitting of a B-16 unit, road springs, and shock absorbers to chassis 4-B-IV.14th Nov 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0139
To NHC listing cars and the jobs required on them in the workshop.14th Nov 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0140
Instruction to replace the fuel pump mounting bolts with studs on car 4-B-IV.14th Nov 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0141
Requesting the fitment of a carburetter air cleaner, silencer, and ignition control to Large Bore Bentley & 25 HP cars.3rd Dec 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0142
Request to fit a set of the latest aluminium, rubber-covered floorboards and apply a modification to Mr. Lappin's car.4th Dec 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0143
The trial and creation of a rubber mounting for a petrol pump on a Bentley car.4th Dec 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0144
The production and wear inspection of Fabroil timing gears on the Bentley.5th Dec 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0145
Inspection of 'Lappin's car' after extensive mileage, with a focus on Textolite gears and oil consumption.12th Dec 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0146
Requesting an estimate of piston mileage and oil consumption, and investigating the cause of plug fouling.13th Nov 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0147
Request to rebuild a B-7 unit from Lappin's car for use as a spare small bore test bed unit.3rd Jan 1935Box 88 \ 2  scan0148
Secret memo detailing the planned public announcement and demonstration of the Big Bore Bentley.29th Jan 1936Box 88 \ 2  scan0149
The need for a standard performance car and converting a demonstration model for testing.31th Jan 1936Box 88 \ 2  scan0150
Typed letter regarding the availability of a 'Big Bore Bentley' for demonstration runs to boost sales.31th Jan 1936Box 88 \ 2  scan0151
Correspondence regarding the testing and installation of the first production 'Big Bore Bentley' unit.3rd Feb 1936Box 88 \ 2  scan0152
Bentley accident, correspondence with Jack Barclay, and a temporary fix for the bumpers.13th Feb 1936Box 88 \ 2  scan0153
Letter from A.F. Sidgreaves to J.D. Barclay discussing the cause of an accident following an investigation.13th Feb 1936Box 88 \ 2  scan0154
Cover note for conference minutes regarding an accident investigation for 4-B-1V.18th Feb 1936Box 88 \ 2  scan0155
Analysis of a Bentley axle failure and its potential causes.21th Feb 1936Box 88 \ 2  scan0156
Broken 'U' clip found at the scene of an accident involving Chassis No. 4.B.IV.21th Feb 1936Box 88 \ 2  scan0157
Inquiry about the repairability of Chassis No. 4.B.4 and a proposal to fit it with an experimental Silentbloc body.24th Feb 1936Box 88 \ 2  scan0158
Urgently chasing the delivery status of a new 4¼ litre Bentley Trials Car, B-83-FC.26th Feb 1936Box 88 \ 2  scan0159
Weight and speedometer test results for a 4 1/4 Litre Bentley Trials Car.26th Feb 1936Box 88 \ 2  scan0160
The brake work carried out on chassis No.4BLV prior to an accident.27th Feb 1936Box 88 \ 2  scan0161
Rectifications and observations on an experimental chassis, with a focus on brake performance.27th Feb 1936Box 88 \ 2  scan0162
Private memo requesting a report on work carried out on vehicle 4-B-IV prior to a mishap on the Watford Byepass.27th Feb 1936Box 88 \ 2  scan0163
Bentley accident, attributing it to out-of-date and condemned parts.28th Feb 1936Box 88 \ 2  scan0164
Repair of chassis 4-B-IV, the disposal of its body, and considerations for all-steel body construction.2nd Mar 1936Box 88 \ 2  scan0165
Investigation into an axle failure on chassis 4-B-IV, linking it to brake jaggers and historical issues on other models.2nd Mar 1936Box 88 \ 2  scan0166
Analysis of a disastrous 'jagger' failure on a 4-B-IV vehicle, investigating causes and proposing improvements.2nd Mar 1936Box 88 \ 2  scan0167


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