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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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Missing spring plates and clips for a 'Corniche' rear axle required to fit to a chassis in Derby.15th Jul 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0236
Part replacements for the rear axle and water pump on chassis B.58.G.A.16th Jul 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0237
Letter from Wilmot-Breeden Ltd discussing a misunderstanding about number plates and a delay with a new car.18th Jul 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0238
Letter discussing specially designed bumpers, a wooden steering wheel, and a carburetter modification for the 'Myth' model.13th Feb 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0239
Letter from Wilmot-Breeden Ld. regarding the forwarding of number plates and a disc.13th Feb 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0240
Letter regarding an invoice for new number plates and offering a carburetter modification to improve petrol consumption.16th Jul 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0241
Letter from Wilmot-Breeden Ltd confirming the resolution of a matter regarding number plates and the return of an invoice.22th Jul 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0242
Letter from Wilmot-Breeden Ltd regarding the development and finishing of car bumpers and over-riders.25th Jul 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0243
Page 2 of a letter discussing a persistent noise issue with a car and arranging a follow-up inspection.28th Jul 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0244
Letter to C. Breeden of Wilmot Breeden Ltd. regarding car bumpers, a persistent noise, and arranging a visit.28th Jul 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0245
Letter from Wilmot-Breeden Ltd to arrange a meeting in Derby.30th Jul 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0246
Alterations and modifications to the inside body of Chassis B.20 A.W. Trials Car.5th Aug 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0247
Weight analysis document for the Wilmot Breeden Front Bumper.15th Aug 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0248
Letter from Wilmot-Breeden Ltd to W.A. Robotham regarding car troubles including misfiring and bearing issues.23th Oct 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0249
Letter discussing vehicle modifications including new bumpers, over-riders, aprons, and checking electrical equipment.27th Oct 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0250
Letter discussing a hub front bearing failure, persistent misfiring, and delays on car drawings due to tank work.27th Oct 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0251
Letter from Wilmot-Breeden Ltd concerning vehicle issues post-crash, including bearing failure, misfiring, and production delays.29th Oct 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0252
Typed letter regarding a visit from Lord Nuffield and plans for partridge shooting.25th Nov 1930Box 89 \ 5  scan0253
To arrange an inspection of an engine crankshaft after a strip-down.25th Nov 1930Box 89 \ 5  scan0254
Letter responding to a request for big end bearings, explaining supply difficulties due to a shutdown.22th Nov 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0255
Letter requesting assistance in sourcing new big end bearings for a Bentley, providing engine and chassis details.22th Nov 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0256
Letter concerning the difficulty in obtaining 'spares' and attributing the problem to an inefficient chauffeur.27th Nov 1941Box 89 \ 5  scan0257
Inquiry from an owner requesting road test figures for a 1935 3½ litre Bentley and a 4¼ litre Bentley.28th Jan 1944Box 89 \ 5  scan0258
Declining an information request due to the impending Second Front.31th Jan 1944Box 89 \ 5  scan0259
Design and chassis requirements for a proposed Streamline Sports Saloon for Bentley, based on wind tunnel experiments.17th Aug 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan001
The construction and specifications for a Streamline Sports Saloon Bentley.28th Aug 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan002
Allocation of chassis No. B-23-AE for a 'Shop Window' car and its location.29th Aug 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan003
Design and fitting of cycle-type front wings for a Bentley 3 1/2 Litre Streamline Saloon.11th Sep 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan004
Ventilation of the front driving compartment of the EVS.102 saloon car.27th Sep 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan005
The road testing and preparation of the Streamline-Bentley, chassis No. B.23-AE.12th Oct 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan006
Chassis modifications for a Streamline-Bentley model.12th Oct 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan007
Instructions concerning the return of Streamline Bentley Chassis No. B-23-AE to the Works for modification.13th Oct 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan008
Testing the streamline saloon (Shop Window car) on Bentley Chassis B.23-AE before modifications by Park Ward.16th Oct 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan009
Flexibility of cycle type front wings on a Streamline Bentley.20th Oct 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan010
Letter discussing parts, paint finish, and tooling for a Streamline Bentley 'Shop Window Car'.20th Oct 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan011
Modifications to a vehicle's speedometer, bonnet, ventilator, wheels, and suggesting wind tunnel tests.21th Oct 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan012
Modifications and parts for a Streamlined Bentley B.23.AE.21th Oct 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan013
From EV to HS/RM concerning the slow build progress of the Streamline Bentley and future design work.25th Oct 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan014
Parts and preparation for the Streamline Bentley to be viewed at Park Wards.26th Oct 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan015
Fitting a new axle and changing steering parts on a Streamlined Sports Saloon for speed testing at Brooklands.1st Nov 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan016
Speed test results for a streamlined car at Brooklands and on Towcester Road.4th Nov 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan017
Request to fit an auxiliary petrol pipe and pump to a Streamlined Saloon to prevent fuel starvation at Brooklands.3rd Nov 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan018
List of jobs requiring attention to the coachwork of a car.7th Nov 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan019
List of required attention points and modifications for chassis parts.14th Nov 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan020
Letter to coachbuilder Park Ward & Co., Ltd. regarding required modifications to a Streamline Bentley, chassis B-23-AE.14th Nov 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan021
List of vehicle modifications and repairs for coachbuilder Messrs. Park Ward & Co., Ltd.14th Nov 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan022
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. about paint on hub nuts and windscreen reflection issues.14th Nov 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan023
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. detailing required modifications for a Streamline Bentley, chassis B-23-AE.14th Nov 1938Box 90 \ 1  Scan024
List of required modifications and fault rectifications for the coachbuilder Messrs. Park Ward & Co., Ltd.14th Nov 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan025
Letter from Bentley Motors to coachbuilder Park Ward & Co., Ltd. regarding vehicle faults and modifications.14th Nov 1938Box 90 \ 1  Scan026
List of nine points noted regarding the Streamlined Bentley, chassis B-23-AE.16th Nov 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan027
From Ev. to Hs/Rm responding to a list of points regarding the Streamline Bentley B.23-AE.18th Nov 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan028
Buffer to axle clearances and spring specifications for chassis B.23.AE.20th Nov 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan029
Recommendation to change the springs on a Bentley Chassis B.23.AE.21th Nov 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan030
Modernization and upcoming 100 M.P.H. speed trial of a streamlined Bentley at Montlhéry.21th Nov 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan031
Streamline Bentley B.23.A.E. project, including tests, design progress, and body modifications.24th Nov 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan032
Wet weather road testing and wind tunnel results for a streamlined car.27th Nov 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan033
Proposal for a streamlined Bentley car, quoting an extract from a letter by Mr. Fedden.27th Nov 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan034
From 'Sg' to 'Hs' requesting views on collaborating with Mr. Fedden regarding high-speed performance versus body accommodation.27th Nov 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan035
Return of a lent Oil Gauge for a Streamline Bentley B.23-AE.28th Nov 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan036
Letter requesting drawings for an aerodynamic body and reporting on a new Bentley demonstrator's performance.28th Feb 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan037
Return of a streamlined Bentley and a borrowed oil gauge to Park Wards.30th Nov 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan038
The performance and design issues of a newly completed streamlined car.1st Dec 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan039
Letter discussing car deficiencies, performance testing at Montlhery, and managing customer viewings of a specific motor car.1st Dec 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan040
The development, sales strategy, and safety testing of the 100 mph Streamlined Bentley Car.1st Dec 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan041
Requesting Park Ward to expedite work on a streamlined car for a trip to Montlhery.2nd Dec 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan042
Requesting Park Wards to expedite work on a streamlined car for a trip to Montlhery.2nd Dec 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan043
Letter from the Experimental Dept. to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding a streamlined Bentley saloon.4th Dec 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan044
The need for proper axle gears before a timed speed test of a streamlined car at Montlhery.7th Dec 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan045
Collection of a streamlined car and the body selection for a 20/25 model 10,000-mile test.7th Dec 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan046
Performance testing of a Bentley at Montlhéry against a Bugatti, and coordinating logistics.7th Dec 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan047
Technical review of a car's performance, detailing positive qualities and minor issues with comparisons to other marques.8th Dec 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan048
Letter discussing the arrangements for a proposed performance test of a Bentley at the Montlery circuit.8th Dec 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan049
French language document discussing the methods for increasing engine power.8th Dec 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan050
French-language technical report on improvements in high-speed engine design and performance.8th Dec 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan051
French-language document discussing recent progress in non-supercharged engine power output, page 3.9th Dec 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan052
Typed letter confirming a telephone conversation regarding the condition of the track at Montlhery.9th Dec 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan053
Request to wire information regarding the Montlhéry tests.8th Dec 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan054
Car trial at Montlhery, with the goal of reaching a timed speed of 100 M.P.H.9th Dec 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan055
Correspondence regarding payment and international travel documents for Bentley Chassis B-23-AE.11th Dec 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan056
Typed memo confirming travel arrangements to Paris for a meeting at Monthlery.12th Dec 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan057
Instructions concerning the return of the streamline car from France, including a timed speed test.19th Dec 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan058
Return of the streamline car to Derby and an alternative performance test in France.19th Dec 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan059
The results of speed tests for two Bentley trial cars, an Aerodynamic and an open tourer, at the Montlhery track.22th Dec 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan060
Performance and speed trial results of the Bentley Streamline Car.27th Dec 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan061
Letter from Paris regarding snapshots taken at Montlhery and a trip to the U.S.A.27th Dec 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan062
Thank you letter to E.W. Punt for photographs and well wishes for the New Year.29th Dec 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan063
Electrically timed lap speed tests of a Streamline Bentley at Montlhéry.28th Dec 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan064
The advertising value of the car's silent, docile, and reliable performance.28th Dec 1933Box 90 \ 1  Scan065
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding a cracked stop lamp, a cracked mirror, and a design flaw on a Streamline Bentley B.23-AE.6th Jan 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan066
Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. regarding chassis B.23-AE.6th Jan 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan067
Request to fit the latest type of Petrol Pump to car B-23-AE.12th Jan 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan068
Fitting a C.10 unit for testing balance weights and a camshaft for slow running tests.12th Jan 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan069
Modifications to a Streamline Car chassis and an engine unit.31th Jan 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan070
Requesting the removal of Handock brake shoes to investigate front axle judder on a streamlined car.7th Feb 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan071
Cover note for correspondence received regarding a Streamlined Bentley.16th Feb 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan072
Streamlined Bentley, forwarding a note from Cx for discussion.14th Feb 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan073
Providing a critique and performance review of a streamlined Bentley model.13th Feb 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan074
Car noises from the radiator shutters and speed lever, and the quality of the instrument panel finish.20th Feb 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan075
Follow-up memo requesting a reply regarding the Experimental Streamlined Bentley.20th Feb 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan076


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