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Comparing prices for flexible tubing from Superflexit Ltd. and Gabriel Mfg. Co. for Bentley and 25/30-HP chassis.6th Aug 1936Box 88 \ 5  scan0177
The standardisation and ordering of Superflexit tubes for Bentley and 25/30 car models.7th Aug 1936Box 88 \ 5  scan0178
Modification to the Bentley side filler cap to resolve issues with fuel pump nozzle compatibility.29th Aug 1936Box 88 \ 5  scan0179
Letter from Superflexit Ltd following up on samples of petrol pipes sent to Rolls-Royce.15th Sep 1936Box 88 \ 5  scan0180
The manufacture of a lightened Bentley petrol tank with specific modifications.18th Sep 1936Box 88 \ 5  scan0181
Letter to Superflexit Ltd. confirming an upcoming order for a quantity of tube for production use.21th Sep 1936Box 88 \ 5  scan0182
Request to calculate the cost for a Bentley Lightened Petrol Tank fitted with a Stone Guard.21th Sep 1936Box 88 \ 5  scan0183
Letter from Superflexit Ltd. concerning delivery times for Volute Drain Pipes.22th Sep 1936Box 88 \ 5  scan0184
Modifications to a Citroen Bentley petrol tank for an outside filler.23th Sep 1936Box 88 \ 5  scan0185
Letter to Messrs. Superflexit Ltd. clarifying a misunderstanding regarding previous correspondence.24th Sep 1936Box 88 \ 5  scan0186
Refusal to sign off on a modification for Superflexit petrol piping due to leakage and material deterioration in a tested sample.8th Oct 1936Box 88 \ 5  scan0187
The use and temperature limitations of superflexit on aircraft.9th Oct 1936Box 88 \ 5  scan0188
The performance and superiority of Superflexit type flexible fuel and oil pipes.10th Oct 1936Box 88 \ 5  scan0189
Performance and potential adoption of Superflexit petrol piping.13th Oct 1936Box 88 \ 5  scan0190
Quality and testing of Superflexit petrol piping.14th Oct 1936Box 88 \ 5  scan0191
Leaking 6-B-IV Superflexit Petrol Pipe on a car being worked on in Paris.15th Oct 1936Box 88 \ 5  scan0192
Investigation into a failed pipe from supplier Superflexit Ltd.21th Oct 1936Box 88 \ 5  scan0193
Letter to S. Smith & Sons Ltd. regarding loose screws on petrol gauge tank units and a request for harder jointing washers.21th Oct 1936Box 88 \ 5  scan0194
Interview with Superflexit Ltd. about a failed pipe and subsequent testing.21th Oct 1936Box 88 \ 5  scan0195
Investigation into a leaky Superflexit petrol pipe and the deterioration of its cellophane lining.21th Oct 1936Box 88 \ 5  scan0196
Cancellation of a production order due to a failure in standardisation.1st Aug 1929Box 88 \ 5  scan0197
Bench tests of 'Superflexit' flexible tubing.1st Aug 1929Box 88 \ 5  scan0198
Summary of test results on tubing, covering temperature, pressure, chemical resistance, and composition.1st Aug 1929Box 88 \ 5  scan0199
Bench tests of 'Superflexit' flexible tubing samples.1st Aug 1929Box 88 \ 5  scan0200
Vibration and pressure tests conducted on 16 m.m. and 24 m.m. tubes.1st Aug 1929Box 88 \ 5  scan0201
Hydraulic resistance, temperature, and end adaptor tests on copper and 'Superflexit' tubing.1st Aug 1929Box 88 \ 5  scan0202
The fitting, chemical properties, and specific weights of a flexible tube.1st Aug 1929Box 88 \ 5  scan0203
Specifications and installation notes for two sizes of tubes, including weights and attached documents.1st Jul 1929Box 88 \ 5  scan0204
Note on the effect of fuels and lubricating oils on the lining material of 'Superflexit' tubing.1st Jul 1929Box 88 \ 5  scan0205
Appendix detailing the results of material tests on tubing lining samples after exposure to various substances and conditions.1st Jul 1929Box 88 \ 5  scan0206
Sketch showing the arrangement of a vibrating machine for 'Titeflex' tubing tests.31th Jul 1929Box 88 \ 5  scan0207
Graph comparing the hydraulic resistances of 'Superflexit' and copper tubing at various water flow rates.31th Jul 1929Box 88 \ 5  scan0208
Graph comparing the hydraulic resistances and water velocity for Superflexit and copper tubing.31th Jul 1929Box 88 \ 5  scan0209
Test report comparing the hydraulic resistance of 'Superflexit' tubing against copper tubes.31th Jul 1929Box 88 \ 5  scan0210
Diagram illustrating the method of attaching 'Superflexit' ends, including a cross-section of the assembly and a cutting jig.30th Jul 1929Box 88 \ 5  scan0211
Note on the effect of alcohol on samples of Petroflex flexible tubing.1st Mar 1934Box 88 \ 5  scan0212
Requesting the fitting of a bracket and pipe alterations for a petrol pump on chassis 32-EX.22th Oct 1936Box 88 \ 5  scan0213
Micro-examination report on an American plain carbon steel valve spring from a 3½ Litre Bentley.22th Oct 1936Box 88 \ 5  scan0214
Laboratory photomicrograph showing a material structure at 500x magnification.1st Oct 1935Box 88 \ 5  scan0216
Laboratory photomicrograph showing a material at 150 diameters magnification.1st Oct 1935Box 88 \ 5  scan0217
Standardisation of parts report for Superflexit petrol piping.2nd Oct 1936Box 88 \ 5  scan0218
Record indicating nil cost for tools and equipment for extra jigs, which were bought out.25th Sep 1936Box 88 \ 5  scan0219
Request to alter pipes to suit the petrol pump on B-23-AE.20th Nov 1936Box 88 \ 5  scan0220
From J.B. Dixoh to HPS requesting to mount a petrol pump on a specific plate.23th Nov 1936Box 88 \ 5  scan0221
Standardisation of parts document for an outside petrol filler.19th Sep 1936Box 88 \ 5  scan0222
Estimated cost for extra jigs, tools and equipment for the 'J' series chassis production.20th Jun 1936Box 88 \ 5  scan0223
Standardisation of a lightened petrol tank and stone guard for Bentley.16th Nov 1936Box 88 \ 5  scan0224
Cost estimate for extra jigs, tools, and equipment for the 'K' series chassis production.21th Oct 1936Box 88 \ 5  scan0225
The cost details for a Bentley lightened tank and stone guard.1st Dec 1936Box 88 \ 5  scan0226
Design proposal and analysis for a tilted petrol filler for the Bentley II and other models.7th Dec 1936Box 88 \ 5  scan0227
Page from a report discussing the advantages of a tinned filler over a vertical one.10th Dec 1936Box 88 \ 5  scan0228
Fitting of double pump units to a chassis.10th Dec 1936Box 88 \ 5  scan0229
Felt samples for the Bentley stone guard.19th Jan 1937Box 88 \ 5  scan0230
Official order for a Bentley stoneguard for experimental purposes.22th Jan 1937Box 88 \ 5  scan0231
The tearing of baffle plates in a Bentley lightened petrol tank and a proposed increase in material gauge.27th Jan 1937Box 88 \ 5  scan0232
Request to manufacture a water pipe for a Bentley to accommodate an S.U. thermostatic switch.28th Jan 1937Box 88 \ 5  scan0233
New design for a steel stone-guard for a Bentley petrol tank.4th Feb 1937Box 88 \ 5  scan0234
Leaking petrol tanks on 3½ and 4¼ litre Bentley models due to rivet issues.2nd Feb 1937Box 88 \ 5  scan0235
Blueprint diagram showing the underneath view of a Bentley petrol tank with identified leak points.26th Feb 1937Box 88 \ 5  scan0236
Costs and modifications for Bentley and Wraith II petrol tank stone guards.26th Feb 1937Box 88 \ 5  scan0237
The standardisation of Bentley petrol tank stone guards due to cost savings.3rd Mar 1937Box 88 \ 5  scan0238
Dimensions and condition of engine valves before and after a test run.20th Feb 1937Box 88 \ 5  scan0239
Failures in the Bentley petrol tank, focusing on issues with rivets and soldering.4th Mar 1937Box 88 \ 5  scan0240
Request to manufacture a lightened Bentley petrol tank with modified baffle plates for testing purposes.11th Mar 1937Box 88 \ 5  scan0241
New scheme for the Bentley petrol tank support.13th Mar 1937Box 88 \ 5  scan0242
Modification to the Bentley petrol tank suspension to allow for easier removal, proposing a new scheme using Phantom III parts for standardization.20th Mar 1937Box 88 \ 5  scan0243
Instruction to fit a revised petrol tank fixing to a Bentley Bump Chassis for testing purposes.25th Mar 1937Box 88 \ 5  scan0244
Request to make a stone guard for a lightened tank, supply the necessary felt, and fix it.8th Apr 1937Box 88 \ 5  scan0245
Testing the Bentley III petrol tank and filler assembly located in the wing.21th Jan 1938Box 88 \ 5  scan0246
Trial run for one customer and the chassis allocation and delivery for the Summers family.21th Oct 1933Box 89 \ 1  scan0001
Confirmation of a 3.5-litre Bentley order and a letter regarding deliveries for the Summers family.26th Oct 1933Box 89 \ 1  scan0002
Letter to W. Watson regarding the allocation of Bentley car chassis for the Summers family.26th Oct 1933Box 89 \ 1  scan0003
Cover note forwarding a copy of a letter from Mr. Mickle of Watsons.31th Oct 1933Box 89 \ 1  scan0004
Letter from W. Watson & Co. of Liverpool regarding the negotiation and sale of Bentley cars to the Summers family.28th Oct 1933Box 89 \ 1  scan0005
Follow-up memo regarding a potential car sale to Mr. Spencer, a cousin of the Summers brothers.1st Nov 1933Box 89 \ 1  scan0006
Potential customer, Mr. Spencer, who is interested in a Bentley.1st Nov 1933Box 89 \ 1  scan0007
Letter from the Experimental Department to a customer regarding chassis availability and a trial run.6th Nov 1933Box 89 \ 1  scan0008
Difficult negotiations over the part-exchange value of a 1933 Talbot car.7th Nov 1933Box 89 \ 1  scan0009
Letter to the Experimental Department regarding car springing, speedometer accuracy, and a requested saloon car test drive.7th Nov 1933Box 89 \ 1  scan0010
Letter detailing ground clearance issues with the crank chamber and oil drain plug, and a minor accelerator pedal issue.7th Nov 1933Box 89 \ 1  scan0011
Letter to a customer regarding Bentley speedometer accuracy and an invitation to test drive a saloon car.20th Nov 1933Box 89 \ 1  scan0012
Letter to a customer discussing the difficulties and potential solutions for securing an earlier chassis delivery.23th Nov 1933Box 89 \ 1  scan0013
Page 2 of a letter discussing spare wheels, petrol fillers, a planned visit, and a photograph.19th Dec 1933Box 89 \ 1  scan0014
Letter to Richard Summers regarding the delivery of chassis B-65-AE and a potential test run.19th Dec 1933Box 89 \ 1  scan0015
Letter from a customer requesting to expedite the delivery of his Bentley chassis.12th Jan 1934Box 89 \ 1  scan0016
Forwarding a letter from Geoffrey Summers for the recipient to answer.15th Jan 1934Box 89 \ 1  scan0017
Letter to Geoffrey Summers regarding chassis deliveries, forwarding the query to Bentley Motors.15th Jan 1934Box 89 \ 1  scan0018
Typed memo regarding a customer's request to expedite a chassis delivery.17th Jan 1934Box 89 \ 1  scan0019
Letter to the first private owner of a 3½ Litre Bentley regarding brake performance after being washed.26th Jan 1934Box 89 \ 1  scan0020
Communication with a customer about car brakes after washing and his criticisms.30th Jan 1934Box 89 \ 1  scan0021
Feedback on a 3 1/2 Litre Bentley, detailing issues with the clutch, wing brackets, and springing.29th Jan 1934Box 89 \ 1  scan0022
Letter detailing initial running complaints about a new car and an insurance issue.30th Jan 1934Box 89 \ 1  scan0023
Customer's opinion of a Bentley and concerns about insurance due to its performance.30th Jan 1934Box 89 \ 1  scan0024
Replacement of a fan on a Bentley Chassis, B.65.AE, for a customer.7th Feb 1934Box 89 \ 1  scan0025
Customer complaints and findings following a visit concerning a Bentley Chassis B.65-AE.7th Feb 1934Box 89 \ 1  scan0026
Faults found with the exhaust system, springing, clutch, and carburetters.8th Feb 1934Box 89 \ 1  scan0027
Return of a fan taken off Bentley Chassis No. B.65.AE belonging to R. Summers Esq.8th Feb 1934Box 89 \ 1  scan0028
Letter from a customer to Mr. Hives concerning the specifications of a Bentley chassis.13th Feb 1934Box 89 \ 1  scan0029
Letter regarding potential modifications and a desired delivery date for a car.14th Mar 1932Box 89 \ 1  scan0030
Letter to Geoffrey Summers regarding modifications to a Bentley car, delivery dates, and an unofficial offer to modify the vehicle in Derby.15th Feb 1934Box 89 \ 1  scan0031


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