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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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Delicate clutch on chassis B-189-AE for customer A.H.R. Fedden, proposing fitting a new clutch type.18th Nov 1935Box 89 \ 2  scan0136
Letter to A.H.R. Fedden regarding clutch wear and axle ratio adjustments for his car.18th Nov 1935Box 89 \ 2  scan0137
The second page and conclusion of a typed letter.18th Nov 1935Box 89 \ 2  scan0138
Letter from The Bristol Aeroplane Company regarding car maintenance and performance.20th Nov 1935Box 89 \ 2  scan0139
Provision of a high compression cylinder head to Mr. Fedden for chassis B-189-AE.25th Nov 1935Box 89 \ 2  scan0140
Letter to A.H.R. Fedden of The Bristol Aeroplane Co. Ltd. discussing high compression cylinder heads and axle ratios.25th Nov 1935Box 89 \ 2  scan0141
Response regarding a letter from Mr. Fedden, agreeing to sell a cylinder head and enclosing a letter from Park Wards.27th Nov 1935Box 89 \ 2  scan0142
Letter from Park, Ward & Co. Ltd. investigating the repair and modification history of a car belonging to a Mr. Fedden.18th Nov 1935Box 89 \ 2  scan0143
Letter from The Bristol Aeroplane Company regarding a delay in settling the Gear Ratio and High Compression Head.29th Nov 1935Box 89 \ 2  scan0144
Letter from A.H.R. Fedden of Bristol Aeroplane Co. regarding work on a Bentley and fitting a high compression head.31th Dec 1935Box 89 \ 2  scan0145
Letter to A.H.R. Fedden of The Bristol Aeroplane Co. Ltd. regarding the fitting of a high compression head to a car chassis.3rd Jan 1935Box 89 \ 2  scan0146
Vehicle's performance using different fuels and axle ratios during a trip in Europe.3rd Jan 1936Box 89 \ 2  scan0147
Letter from the Bristol Aeroplane Company to W.A. Robotham arranging for a car to be sent for work.6th Jan 1936Box 89 \ 2  scan0148
Letter to A.H.R. Fedden of The Bristol Aeroplane Co. Ltd. regarding notice required for jobs on his car.7th Jan 1935Box 89 \ 2  scan0149
Letter from A.H.R. Fedden of The Bristol Aeroplane Company regarding car modifications and fuel compatibility.10th Jan 1936Box 89 \ 2  scan0150
Letter to A.H.R. Fedden of The Bristol Aeroplane Co. Ltd. regarding high compression heads and fuel.15th Jan 1936Box 89 \ 2  scan0151
Requesting special push rods and distance pieces required for a high compression head from Lappin's car.15th Jan 1936Box 89 \ 2  scan0152
Customer Mr. A.H.R. Fedden's car issues and a proposed goodwill gesture to resolve them.15th Jan 1936Box 89 \ 2  scan0153
Agreement to proceed with a memo and share half the cost related to A.H.R. Feddon's car.16th Jan 1936Box 89 \ 2  scan0154
Letter from The Bristol Aeroplane Company requesting comparative transport data for the Phantom II.23th Mar 1936Box 89 \ 2  scan0155
Letter providing specifications for the Phantom II car in response to a query.27th Mar 1936Box 89 \ 2  scan0156
Letter from The Bristol Aeroplane Company to E. W. Hives at Rolls-Royce, acknowledging information about a Phantom II car.30th Mar 1936Box 89 \ 2  scan0157
Letter from The Bristol Aeroplane Company Ltd enquiring about a car engine upgrade from 3.5 to 4.25 litre.9th Apr 1936Box 89 \ 2  scan0158
Letter to A.H.R. Fedden discussing the performance and features of the 4 1/4 litre engine compared to the 3 1/2 litre.17th Apr 1936Box 89 \ 2  scan0159
Typed letter mentioning developments in coachwork to consider before ordering a new body.17th Apr 1936Box 89 \ 2  scan0160
Letter from The Bristol Aeroplane Company thanking for advice regarding a 4.25-litre car.20th Apr 1936Box 89 \ 2  scan0161
Letter to A.H.R. Fedden of Bristol Aeroplane Co. Ltd. confirming arrangements for a meeting in Derby.10th Jul 1936Box 89 \ 2  scan0162
Letter to A.H.R. Fedden of Bristol Aeroplane Co. about bearings, valve springs, oil consumption, and arranging a meeting.3rd Nov 1936Box 89 \ 2  scan0163
Hs. to Rm. regarding a conversation about Mr. Fedden's Bentley and suggesting an overhaul.29th Oct 1937Box 89 \ 2  scan0164
Recent repairs to Fedden's car, advising against a full overhaul.1st Nov 1937Box 89 \ 2  scan0165
Modifying a Bentley Le Mans engine for use in a motor boat, focusing on weight reduction.15th Nov 1937Box 89 \ 2  scan0166
Letter from A.H.R. Fedden to W.A. Robotham requesting an engine replacement and other repairs on a car.13th Apr 1938Box 89 \ 2  scan0167
Letter advising against an engine upgrade, recommending a new chassis instead.23th Apr 1938Box 89 \ 2  scan0168
Letter to A.H.R. Fedden of The Bristol Aeroplane Company Ltd. offering to sell a coupe body.26th Apr 1938Box 89 \ 2  scan0169
Letter from A.H.R. Fedden discussing car engine replacement and maintenance with W.A. Robotham.28th Apr 1938Box 89 \ 2  scan0170
Letter from A.H.R. Fedden regarding the overhaul of his Bentley car.10th May 1938Box 89 \ 2  scan0171
Letter to A.H.R. Fedden of The Bristol Aeroplane Company, arranging a brake service for his car.13th May 1938Box 89 \ 2  scan0172
Letter from Bristol Aeroplane Company regarding the delivery of Mr Fedden's Bentley Car.23th May 1938Box 89 \ 2  scan0173
Letter from Bristol Aeroplane Company requesting a car overhaul.18th Oct 1939Box 89 \ 2  scan0174
Letter to A.H.R. Fedden regarding the suspension of car work at Derby and offering alternative repair locations.23th Oct 1939Box 89 \ 2  scan0175
Letter from The Bristol Aeroplane Company Ltd concerning the overhaul of a Bentley car.25th Oct 1939Box 89 \ 2  scan0176
List of work to be done on the engine and chassis of a 3 1/2 Litre Bentley, Chassis No. B.189.AE.25th Oct 1939Box 89 \ 2  scan0177
Letter from A.H.R. Fedden of Bristol Aeroplane Company regarding a test drive of two cars and the overhaul of his Bentley chassis.30th Oct 1939Box 89 \ 2  scan0178
Letter from the Bristol Aeroplane Company regarding a persistent tap from a piston in a Bentley car.1st Feb 1940Box 89 \ 2  scan0179
Letter to A.H.R. Feddon of The Bristol Aeroplane Co. Ltd. regarding a tapping noise issue.5th Feb 1940Box 89 \ 2  scan0180
Letter from The Bristol Aeroplane Company Ltd. regarding the running condition of a Bentley and options for a new chassis.2nd May 1940Box 89 \ 2  scan0181
Letter to M.L. Fedden of The Bristol Aeroplane Co. Ltd. regarding his Bentley.3rd May 1940Box 89 \ 2  scan0182
Letter discussing a rattling car and the wartime difficulties of providing a new chassis.14th May 1940Box 89 \ 2  scan0183
Letter from Bristol Aeroplane Company to W. A. Robotham regarding the difficult acquisition of cars.5th Jun 1940Box 89 \ 2  scan0184
Letter to R. Fedden of Bristol Aeroplane Co. Ltd. regarding the production of experimental cars.9th Jun 1940Box 89 \ 2  scan0185
Letter to F.H.R. Fedden requesting the supply of four inlet valves (part EX.12089) for chassis No. B.189-AE.2nd Dec 1940Box 89 \ 2  scan0186
Responding to a request for inlet valves for chassis B.189.AE.8th Dec 1940Box 89 \ 2  scan0187
Letter regarding the potential sale of an ex-Indian trials Bentley car to a Mr. Cunningham, comparing it to his Cadillac.7th Aug 1936Box 89 \ 3  scan0001
Letter suggesting a telephone call to someone in Kirriemuir before their departure to the U.S.A.8th Aug 1936Box 89 \ 3  scan0002
Customer's queries about engine modifications, oil specifications, and parts availability in America.8th Aug 1936Box 89 \ 3  scan0003
The fitting of a high-compression cylinder head to a customer's car.10th Aug 1936Box 89 \ 3  scan0004
Cold starting issues with Bentley cars and potential modifications for American conditions.10th Aug 1936Box 89 \ 3  scan0005
Customer-requested modifications for an ex-Indian Demonstration Open car, chassis B.72.BN.10th Aug 1936Box 89 \ 3  scan0006
Payment and dispatch of a geared starter motor and new clutch pit.11th Aug 1936Box 89 \ 3  scan0007
Confirming a customer's approval to pay for modifications to make a car suitable for use in the USA, specifically changing the gear/starter motor.12th Aug 1936Box 89 \ 3  scan0008
From the Repair Department detailing the supply of standard and experimental engine parts for dispatch.13th Aug 1936Box 89 \ 3  scan0009
Piston testing for a dismantled engine unit from chassis No.B.72.BN.13th Aug 1936Box 89 \ 3  scan0010
Requesting spare clutch parts be given to a Mr. Cunningham.14th Aug 1936Box 89 \ 3  scan0011
Letter to a customer regarding the supply of a high-compression cylinder head for a Bentley, with advice on reducing the compression ratio and suitable sparking plugs.14th Aug 1936Box 89 \ 3  scan0012
Letter providing advice on vehicle modifications, oil, fuel, coolant, and clutch operation.14th Aug 1936Box 89 \ 3  scan0013
Confirming arrangements to supply a clutch centre plate, clutch lining, and possibly sparking plugs for Mr. Cunningham.17th Aug 1936Box 89 \ 3  scan0014
Letter from Cortachy Castle thanking W.A. Robotham for a high compression head for a 3.5 litre Bentley, followed by specific technical questions about it.20th Aug 1936Box 89 \ 3  scan0015
List of queries regarding engine components, parts, and modifications.20th Aug 1936Box 89 \ 3  scan0016
Letter with questions regarding suitable oil, petrol, anti-freeze, and shock control installation.20th Aug 1936Box 89 \ 3  scan0017
Letter from Briggs S. Cunningham with queries about using glycerine and the 3 1/2 litre Bentley model.24th Aug 1936Box 89 \ 3  scan0018
Letter from the Experimental Department responding to a list of technical queries about engine components and settings.24th Aug 1936Box 89 \ 3  scan0019
Letter providing advice on components and fluids, including the cylinder head, fuel, sparking plugs, and oil.24th Aug 1936Box 89 \ 3  scan0020
Letter discussing a dynamo complaint, referencing an instruction book, and arranging a visit to test other vehicles.24th Aug 1936Box 89 \ 3  scan0021
Letter to Mr. Cunningham enclosing S.A.E. ratings for Mobiloil brands from the Vacuum Oil Company.26th Aug 1936Box 89 \ 3  scan0022
Letter from Vacuum Oil Company Limited advising on Mobiloil equivalencies to SAE grades.29th Jul 1939Box 89 \ 3  scan0023
Letter regarding a car for Mr. Briggs S. Cunningham, discussing collecting a vehicle and the availability of used models.29th Jul 1939Box 89 \ 3  scan0024
Design illustrations for a 4 1/4 Litre Bentley Drop-Head Coupe with concealed head by H.J. Mulliner.27th Jul 1939Box 89 \ 3  scan0025
Letter from Briggs Cunningham to Bentley Motors regarding a potential part-exchange of his 3 1/2-litre Tourer for a new 4 1/4-litre 'Streamline' model.27th Jul 1939Box 89 \ 3  scan0026
Sales strategy for a potential client, Briggs-Cunningham, regarding future Bentley models.11th Aug 1939Box 89 \ 3  scan0027
Customer's car purchase, delivery delays, and their eventual purchase from a competitor.14th Aug 1939Box 89 \ 3  scan0028
Letter to a customer regarding the potential purchase of a new 4 ¼ litre Bentley and a trade-in offer for their current vehicle.12th Aug 1939Box 89 \ 3  scan0029
The second page of a letter from Bentley Motors to Briggs S. Cunningham concerning an offer.12th Aug 1939Box 89 \ 3  scan0030
Customer's decision not to purchase a new Bentley.23th Aug 1939Box 89 \ 3  scan0031
Letter from a customer discussing the need for adjustable dampers on a Bentley and reporting a brake judder issue.11th Jul 1934Box 89 \ 3  scan0032
Letter clarifying that a previous complaint about brake judder was not a reflection on the Service Department.13th Jul 1934Box 89 \ 3  scan0033
Letter to a customer inquiring about brake judder issues in wet versus dry weather.16th Jul 1934Box 89 \ 3  scan0034
Letter detailing a brake judder issue, particularly after the car is washed.24th Jul 1934Box 89 \ 3  scan0035
Letter to Colonel C.W.D. Rowe regarding an unusual complaint with the servo and an invitation to the Works.30th Jul 1934Box 89 \ 3  scan0036
Letter of thanks to Mr. Hives for hospitality and to arrange for car modifications.1st Aug 1934Box 89 \ 3  scan0037
Letter regarding the repair of a judder issue on a Bentley B.145 AE and arrangements for future modifications.1st Aug 1934Box 89 \ 3  scan0038
Letter to W.E. Hives at Bentley Motors regarding the high mileage of Bentley Chassis No. B.145 - AE.10th Jul 1935Box 89 \ 3  scan0039
Letter to Bentley Motors detailing required repairs and issues for a Chassis No. B.145-AE.10th Jul 1935Box 89 \ 3  scan0040
The second page of a letter regarding a knob fitted to a dipper lever.10th Jul 1935Box 89 \ 3  scan0041
Letter to Mr. Rowe confirming his car will be inspected upon arrival at the Service Depot.11th Jul 1935Box 89 \ 3  scan0042
Owner's complaint report for a Bentley 3 1/2 Litre regarding a noise in the transmission.13th Oct 1937Box 89 \ 3  scan0043
Trial run for customer Mr. Noel Stewart, with recommendations for his Bentley chassis build.25th Oct 1933Box 89 \ 3  scan0044
Confirming a recommendation for a gear ratio and weight reduction on a Bentley chassis for Mr. Noel Stewart.28th Oct 1933Box 89 \ 3  scan0045
Customer's request for high geared back axles on three Bentley chassis orders.2nd Nov 1933Box 89 \ 3  scan0046
Letter to a customer regarding axle recommendations for three 3.5 Litre Bentley chassis on order.3rd Nov 1933Box 89 \ 3  scan0047
Letter from a customer about high geared axles and thanking for a test drive in a new car.6th Nov 1933Box 89 \ 3  scan0048


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