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Wraith II gearbox extension, rear unit support, and the use of a Silentbloc rubber bush.17th Jul 1936Box 8 \ 11  11-page036
Instruction regarding hardened and unhardened surfaces for the Wraith II gearbox splines and shafts.8th Aug 1936Box 8 \ 11  11-page037
Frame stiffeners and modifications for the Wraith II Gearbox.8th Aug 1936Box 8 \ 11  11-page038
Rearrangement of studs for the Wraith II Gearbox rear top cover.10th Aug 1936Box 8 \ 11  11-page039
Oil communication within the Wraith II gearbox and the potential solution of using a cork.13th Aug 1936Box 8 \ 11  11-page040
Modifications to the Wraith II gearbox, specifically the gear gate and lever.17th Aug 1936Box 8 \ 11  11-page041
Spring rings and bearing grooves for the Wraith II gearbox.24th Aug 1936Box 8 \ 11  11-page042
New design for the Wraith II gearbox and the modification of splines on the 2nd motion shaft.13th Oct 1936Box 8 \ 11  11-page043
Confirming the task of fitting a Wraith gearbox to an independent suspension Bentley.16th Oct 1936Box 8 \ 11  11-page044
The Simplified Speedo Drive for the Wraith II gearbox, discussing savings and design objections.24th Oct 1936Box 8 \ 11  11-page045
Design of the Wraith II gearbox and its 2nd speed coupling.5th Nov 1936Box 8 \ 11  11-page046
Request to modify the 3rd speed bush and oil hole placement for the Wraith TT Gearbox.9th Nov 1936Box 8 \ 11  11-page047
Retaining plate for the Wraith II gearbox change gear gate.23th Nov 1936Box 8 \ 11  11-page048
Production hold-up on the Wraith II gearbox and the introduction of new parts to resolve it.26th Nov 1936Box 8 \ 11  11-page049
Alterations to the Wraith II Gearbox spline design for cost reduction and manufacturing practice.30th Dec 1936Box 8 \ 11  11-page050
Suggesting a change from forging to die-casting for the Wraith II Gearbox selector plunger housing to reduce costs.31th Dec 1936Box 8 \ 11  11-page051
Cost-reducing modification to the Wraith II Gearbox reverse shaft bearing.11th Jan 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page052
The material change of plugs for the Wraith II gearbox.14th Jan 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page053
Modification to the Wraith TT Gearbox's central diaphragm to improve oil flow.19th Jan 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page054
Secret memo regarding drawing N.Sch.5006, which shows the centralised lubrication pipes for the Wraith II gearbox and clutch unit.19th Jan 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page055
Modification to the Wraith II gearbox, using an aluminium die-cast cover.21th Jan 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page056
Modification to the first speed selector lever on the Wraith II Gearbox.21th Jan 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page057
Secret memorandum discussing the procurement and manufacturing process for the Wraith gearbox.28th Jan 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page058
Trial of double helical gears for potential gearbox economies.2nd Feb 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page059
Secret memo confirming the fitting of a second Wraith gearbox to vehicle 18.G.1V for dynamometer and road testing.2nd Feb 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page060
Cost-reduction modifications for the Wraith II Gearbox.2nd Feb 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page061
Investigation into a complaint that the Wraith II gearbox cannot be removed due to a temporary, oversized propeller shaft being fitted.5th Feb 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page062
Modification to the Wraith II gearbox second motion shaft, referencing drawing N.Sch.5035.9th Feb 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page063
Modifications to the Wraith II gearbox, specifically a detachable reverse gear fork.15th Feb 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page064
Modifications to the Wraith II Gearbox, including increased clearances and the deletion of a retaining plate.17th Feb 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page065
Suggesting the synchromesh gear actuating stirrups for the Wraith II gearbox be made from cast iron instead of mild steel.19th Feb 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page066
With remarks on suggestions for cost reduction on the Wraith Gearbox.24th Feb 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page067
Point-by-point response to suggestions regarding alterations for components like shafts and plungers.24th Feb 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page068
The use of Wraith plungers on the Phantom and discussing anti-rattle control springs.25th Feb 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page069
Modifications to the Wraith gearbox casing.25th Feb 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page070
The failure of the Wraith II No. 1 gearbox's second motion shaft during a dynamometer test.3rd Mar 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page071
Diagram illustrating the failure of a gearbox after a dynamometer test, showing a broken 2nd motion shaft.27th Feb 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page072
Cost-saving modifications to the Wraith II gearbox.16th Mar 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page073
New gearbox design for the Wraith III model, comparing it to the Wraith II.16th Mar 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page074
Technical memorandum detailing design changes and considerations for gearbox components including oil scoops, synchromesh cones, and actuating rings.22th Mar 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page075
Secret memo regarding a modification to the Wraith III Gearbox, specifically deleting plugs for selector rods.22th Mar 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page076
Modifications to the Wraith III gearbox assembly.31th Mar 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page077
Specification change for the Wraith III gearbox concerning oil holes.12th Apr 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page078
Modifications to the Wraith III Gearbox to make gear wheel bosses flush with the rims.24th Apr 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page079
Positioning of the reverse driving gear on the layshaft.6th May 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page080
Modification to the Wraith III gearbox casing to facilitate the machining of bearings for the 1st speed actuating rod.6th May 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page081
Manufacturing tolerances and material hardness for the Wraith III gearbox 2nd speed coupling.21th May 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page082
The Wraith gearbox, discussing a trial for the toothed coupling comparing 'V' serrations with Fellows involute teeth.10th Jun 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page083
Modification to the speedometer drive for the Wraith III gearbox, replacing an open ended bearing.10th Jun 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page084
Modifications to the Wraith III Gearbox rocking shaft to improve the ease of forging.21th Jun 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page085
Modification to the oil holes in the Wraith III gearbox constant mesh pinion and bush.24th Jun 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page086
Use of a common gearbox and divided propeller shaft for Bentley, Phantom, and Wraith models.24th Jun 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page087
Permanent design for the Wraith III gearbox rear suspension and stay.1st Jul 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page088
Instruction to make and fit parts for the Wraith III gearbox rear suspension and stay for a 10,000-mile test in France.7th Jul 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page089
Analysis of a spongy gear change feel on the Wraith model, proposing an increased diameter shaft to improve stiffness.16th Jul 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page090
Request for experimental details of a new shaft for the Wraith's change speed mechanism to match the stiffness of the 25/30 HP chassis.30th Jul 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page091
Proposed design changes to the Wraith III gearbox to simplify production.23th Aug 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page092
Overdrive gearboxes on the Wraith model.9th Sep 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page093
Rationale for fitting overdrive gearboxes to Phantom III and Wraith models.8th Sep 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page094
Modifying the Wraith's change speed mechanism to a fully-isolated type to eliminate gear lever rattles.11th Sep 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page095
Secret memorandum detailing the deletion of adjustment washers on the Wraith III gearbox.13th Sep 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page096
Two alternative manufacturing schemes for the Wraith III gearbox distance piece.15th Sep 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page097
The deletion of adjustment washers on the Wraith III gearbox to save assembly time.13th Sep 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page098
The fully isolated gear lever modification for the Wraith III.11th Oct 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page099
Modifications to gearbox bearings for the Wraith III model to facilitate diamond boring.29th Oct 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page100
Accompanying blueprints for a modified Gearbox Oil Filler Plug for the Wraith III model.5th Dec 1938Box 8 \ 11  11-page101
New gearbox layshaft drawing (PD.82) for Bentley and Wraith models, discussing the grinding process.22th Dec 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page102
Blueprints for the modified position of the interlocking mechanism for Wraith III gearbox selector shafts.24th Dec 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page103
Modifications to the Rear End of the Gear Box for the Wraith III Chassis.30th Dec 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page104
Technical note outlining two methods for implementing an overdrive in the Wraith gearbox.31th Dec 1937Box 8 \ 11  11-page105
Parts required for modifications to the Wraith III chassis gearbox and motion shafts.6th Jan 1938Box 8 \ 11  11-page106
Modifications to the Wraith III gear change mechanism.10th Jan 1938Box 8 \ 11  11-page107
Fault where the Wraith gearbox jumps out of 3rd gear and recommending the fitting of a concertina type coupling.12th Jan 1938Box 8 \ 11  11-page108
Proposal to change the orientation of the Wraith gearbox drain plugs from horizontal to vertical.15th Jan 1938Box 8 \ 11  11-page109
The Wraith III gear change mechanism, specifically scheme GCD.331.20th Jan 1938Box 8 \ 11  11-page110
Replacement of a steel thrust washer with a bronze one in the Wraith gearbox.22th Jan 1938Box 8 \ 11  11-page111
Modification to the Wraith gear box sliding piece for top and 3rd speed to prevent disengagement on over-run.25th Jan 1938Box 8 \ 11  11-page112
Requesting a new transmission shaft for the Wraith Gearbox based on a previous experiment.2nd Feb 1938Box 8 \ 11  11-page113
Urgent request for the manufacture of a specific Wraith transmission shaft.11th Feb 1938Box 8 \ 11  11-page114
The measured deflections on the Wraith gearbox transmission shaft when tightening a nut.11th Feb 1938Box 8 \ 11  11-page115
Incorrectly marked dipsticks on the Wraith gearbox and the correct oil level.22th Feb 1938Box 8 \ 11  11-page116
Request for a one-off stiffened gearbox extension shaft for a Wraith experimental car to eliminate a period.22th Mar 1938Box 8 \ 11  11-page117
Confirming a request for three more fully isolated change speed mechanisms for the Wraith III model.28th Mar 1938Box 8 \ 11  11-page118
The deletion of an oil scoop from the Wraith gear box due to assembly difficulties.13th Apr 1938Box 8 \ 11  11-page119
Covering memo for a drawing detailing a modification to the rubber buffers for the gearbox tie rod.20th Apr 1936Box 8 \ 11  11-page120
Disagreeing with the omission of the oil scoop from the Wraith gear box.27th Apr 1938Box 8 \ 11  11-page121
Impracticality of installing the B.50 gearbox into the existing Wraith III chassis.28th Apr 1938Box 8 \ 11  11-page122
Proposed omission of an oil scoop from the Wraith gearbox.7th May 1938Box 8 \ 11  11-page123
Cover note for drawing FD.174 showing overdrive ratios for the Wraith III gearbox, which was deemed unnecessary and sent for filing.17th May 1938Box 8 \ 11  11-page124
Request for a sketch and detailed drawing of the experimental Wraith change gear mechanism.24th Jun 1938Box 8 \ 11  11-page125
Request for figures regarding the efficiency of an Acme oil thread on a Wraith first motion shaft.28th Jun 1938Box 8 \ 11  11-page126
Suggested modification to the 25/30 (Wraith) gearbox synchromesh operating gear.27th Aug 1938Box 8 \ 11  11-page127
Modification to synchro-mesh operating cams for a 25/30 HP vehicle.22th Jun 1938Box 8 \ 11  11-page128
Failure of a Wraith speedometer drive due to seizure, corrosion, and lack of lubrication.15th Oct 1938Box 8 \ 11  11-page129
Modifications to a Wraith gearbox to make it suitable for use on a Bentley lll.9th Nov 1938Box 8 \ 11  11-page130
Modification to the Speedometer Drive for the Wraith model to improve lubrication.9th Nov 1938Box 8 \ 11  11-page131
Failure of a Wraith first motion shaft and the fitting of replacement parts.18th Nov 1938Box 8 \ 11  11-page132
Wraith gearbox failure at 35,000 miles and the proposed design modification.18th Nov 1938Box 8 \ 11  11-page133
Trial of a new, cost-reduced change gear shaft for the Wraith model.19th Nov 1938Box 8 \ 11  11-page134
Production change for the Wraith change gear mechanism, specifically the GW.1794 gear lever shaft.24th Aug 1938Box 8 \ 11  11-page135


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