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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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Requesting a copy of a previous memo that could not be traced.22th Feb 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan077
Request to fit four specific components to the B-23-AE Streamlined Car.2nd Mar 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan078
Instruction regarding modifications to a B-23-AE Streamline Car, specifically to fit a new Nut and Dog for the Fan Belt.6th Mar 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan079
Request to change a car's petrol system to Scheme EX.13307.8th Mar 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan080
Feedback on the steering wheel of a Streamlined Bentley.12th Feb 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan081
Test drive report with suggested body modifications for a Bentley Streamline Saloon.22th May 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan082
Suggested aerodynamic modifications and performance comparisons for saloon and streamlined cars.22th May 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan083
Issues with aerodynamic wind noise, screen wipers, exhaust cut-out, side wind handling, and weight distribution.24th Mar 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan084
Design improvements for the Bentley B.23-AE Streamline Saloon.24th Mar 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan085
Vehicle design points and performance considerations.24th Mar 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan086
The performance characteristics and design considerations for the Park Ward Rally Bentley.24th Mar 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan087
Inquiry about the weight of a B-23-AE Streamline Saloon to estimate the weight of Mr. Fedden's car.29th Mar 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan088
Stating the total weight of a B-23-AE Streamline Saloon.6th Apr 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan089
Instructions for fitting parts from a 3-B-IV model to a B-23-AE Streamlined Car.12th Apr 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan090
Requesting adjustments to the pivot lean and steering tube poundages for car B-23-AE.27th Apr 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan091
Instruction to prepare and fit a new, latest strengthened type front axle to car B-23-AE.16th May 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan092
Request to fit a distant reading thermometer to measure oil temperatures on car B23AE at Brooklands.18th May 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan093
Requesting modifications to car B-23-AE, including a new front axle, clutch, pedals, and rear axle components.18th May 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan094
Tests conducted to eliminate excessive headlamp vibration on specific Bentley models.25th May 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan095
Modifications and tests to steady lamp pillars on different vehicle frames to prevent whipping.25th May 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan096
Outlining investigations into a Streamline Bentley for Mr. Fedden.4th Jun 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan097
Request to manufacture a set of standard petrol pipes and another specific set of pipes for a car.7th Jun 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan098
Instruction to remove a stone guard from a radiator shell and fit it to chassis B-23 AE.11th Jun 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan099
Request to make a new Cross Steering Tube to arrangement EX.11769, as the poundage with GB.1215 springs was too low.28th Jun 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan100
Temperature readings for a Streamlined Bentley fitted with a thermostat and radiator grille.1st Jul 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan101
Tests and modifications to a Bentley Thermostat due to sticking guides and insufficient clearance.6th Jul 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan102
To Mr. Hancock regarding required changeovers for Bentley Chassis B.23-AE.12th Jul 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan103
Modifications to a Bentley Chassis S.U. carburetter and a request for a set of modified road wheels.18th Jul 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan104
Instructions for fitting heavier rear springs and checking prop shaft clearance on car B-23-AE.27th Jul 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan105
Requesting the fitting of a cross steering tube to car EX.11769.30th Jul 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan106
Requesting the replacement of cracking mild steel wing stays on a streamlined car with a more reliable, tested version.8th Sep 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan107
Specification modification memo regarding the fitting of Mintex LAM Servo Linings.13th Sep 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan108
List of points to investigate on the Streamlined Car B-23-AE.17th Sep 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan109
List specifying seventeen points of work to be carried out on car B-23-AE.1st Nov 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan110
Request to fit a Cross Steering Tube to car B-23-AE.6th Nov 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan111
The fitting of a rear axle oil seal to car B-23-AE.8th Nov 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan112
Confirmation memo to fit the latest production rubber engine mounting to a car while it is in the shop.9th Nov 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan113
Instructions for the inspection and fitting of components to the B-23-AE car.19th Nov 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan114
Requesting a new Bentley Cross Steering Tube be built for car B-23-AE after a temporary swap.3rd Dec 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan115
Request to replace a Borg & Beck clutch with a standard production flywheel and clutch on chassis B-23-AE to investigate a noise issue.11th Dec 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan116
Request for a replacement M.G. type interior driving mirror for a streamlined Bentley.12th Dec 1934Box 90 \ 1  Scan117
Request to examine the off-side rear road spring for squeaking on chassis B-23-AE.3rd Jan 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan118
Request to process an order for one interior driving mirror supplied by Park Wards for chassis B-23-AE.3rd Jan 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan119
Request for a replacement red brake-stop lamp glass and a ventilator window for a streamlined Bentley.11th Jan 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan120
Request to replace unit Y4BB with a B-3 unit due to roughness and to investigate the cause.18th Feb 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan121
Issue with a thermometer tube breaking due to flexible engine mounting and the proposed solution.8th Mar 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan122
Blueprint diagram illustrating a modification to a pipe connection to prevent recurring failures.13th Mar 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan123
Faint technical drawing of a mechanical component.13th Mar 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan124
Notes on the performance and design of the Blue Streamlined Bentley car.12th Mar 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan125
Agreeing to replace the streamlined body of a Bentley Experimental Car with a standard saloon body and scrap the original.1st Apr 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan126
Mounting of a standard saloon body by Park Ward & Co. onto a Bentley Experimental car chassis.2nd Apr 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan127
Build plan for a new Bentley experimental car, including frame updates and bodywork.3rd Apr 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan128
Meeting to finalise the body design for the Bentley Experimental Car, noting complications from centrally mounted wings and radiator.3rd Apr 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan129
Unsuccessful attempts to reproduce piston seizures on a B-23-AE Bentley Chassis.15th Apr 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan130
Request to fit pipes, rubber connections, and new throttle controls to a Bentley chassis.16th Apr 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan131
Request to fit a Borg & Beck clutch to unit B-3 (Ex.18198) while the streamline car is being rebuilt.10th May 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan132
Requesting the rebuild of the 'Streamlined Car B-23-AE' as a standard Bentley.15th May 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan133
B-3 engine unit for a Streamlined Bentley, discussing piston seizures and a clutch fitting.24th May 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan134
Requesting the fitting of altered cantilever pedals to a Bentley.26th Jun 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan135
Inquiry regarding the timeline for sending a chassis to the coachbuilder Van Vooren in Paris for a new body to be mounted.10th Jul 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan136
The delayed arrival of a 2-B-IV chassis and the planned dispatch of a B-23-AE chassis.12th Jul 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan137
Readiness of a Van Vooren body for an experimental Bentley chassis.15th Jul 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan138
Arrangements for a Bentley Experimental Chassis, intended for a Van Vooren Body, to be dispatched to France.16th Jul 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan139
The inspection of car B.23-AE upon its return from France.16th Jul 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan140
Work order for car B-23-AE detailing modifications and repairs before despatch to Paris.17th Jul 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan141
Report on a Van Vooren-bodied Bentley for the Paris Trials and seeking feedback on its structural features.19th Jul 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan142
Visit to France to inspect a Van Vooren Bentley and their construction methods.16th Jul 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan143
Wind noise and body mounting, proposing a test build on a Bentley chassis.22th Jul 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan144
Confirming the despatch of chassis B-23-AE to Van Vooren, Paris, and requesting a covering order for additional parts.22th Jul 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan145
Request to send a number plate and licence from vehicle B.23 A.E. to an address in Paris.24th Jul 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan146
Inquiry about the completion date for chassis B-23-AE, which is being fitted with a body by Van Vooren's and is required for experimental work.7th Aug 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan147
Brief memo from Paris to Derby regarding the progress on a body of work.8th Aug 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan148
Observations on a Van Vooren-bodied Bentley chassis after a test drive in Paris.21th Aug 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan149
The completion and final adjustments for a Van Vooren-bodied Bentley.3rd Sep 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan150
Letter to G.W. Hancock regarding the road testing and final adjustments for a new Van Vooren bodied Bentley.3rd Sep 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan151
From Sg. to Hs/Rm. regarding the viewing of a car with a Van Vooren body before it is sent to Derby.3rd Sep 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan152
Arranging for a car with a Van Vooren body to be viewed in London.6th Sep 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan153
Sent from France regarding the status of a Van Vooren bodied Bentley.7th Sep 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan154
Readiness of a Vanvooren-bodied Bentley, chassis B-23 AE.8th Sep 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan155
The collection and testing of a Vanvooren-bodied Bentley, chassis B-23-AE.10th Sep 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan156
The poor condition of a recently received Vanvooren bodied car, detailing issues with the chassis, steering, and suspension.12th Sep 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan157
The handover and testing of a car with a Vanvooren body, noting a delay due to coachwork.12th Sep 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan158
Follow-up memo regarding a missing covering order for Chassis B.25.AE from the Experimental Department.14th Sep 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan159
Instructions for the collection of a Bentley with a Van Vooren body from Chateauroux, France.17th Sep 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan160
Arranging the collection and transport of a Van Vooren car body from Paris.17th Sep 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan161
Transport of a Bentley with a Vanvooren body from France.19th Sep 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan162
Arrangements for collecting a car from Paris for transport to the UK.19th Sep 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan163
Short memo confirming the arrival of a Vanvooren body at Lillie Hall on a Monday morning.21th Sep 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan164
Issues with a rattling sliding roof and wind noise on chassis B-23-AE.21th Sep 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan165
Notification of sending experimental car B.23-AE with a new Van Vooren body.26th Sep 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan166
Work to be carried out on car B-23-AE, including fitting a new unit and addressing various faults.30th Sep 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan167
Opportunity to test a Van Vooren bodied Bentley before it is sent away from Derby.5th Oct 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan168
Work order detailing modifications and parts to be fitted to car B-23-AE.21th Oct 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan169
Weight analysis comparing a steel-bodied Bentley with a Vanvooren-bodied car and a standard trials car.8th Nov 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan170
Requesting a Large Bore Bentley with a Vanvooren Body be driven in traffic to compare clutch wear.16th Nov 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan171
Road test performance and detonation issues of a Large Bore Bentley with a Van Vooren Body.18th Nov 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan172
The required alteration of headlamps on a Large Bore Bentley with a Van Vooren Body.19th Nov 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan173
Engine detonation in a 'Big Bore Bentley'.22th Nov 1935Box 90 \ 1  Scan174
Weekend petrol and oil consumption report for a 4½ Litre Bentley.17th Mar 1936Box 90 \ 1  Scan175
Test drive report on a 4¼ Litre Bentley B-23-AE, focusing on gear ratios, hill climbing, and re-starting performance.19th Mar 1936Box 90 \ 1  Scan176


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