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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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Short typed note of thanks regarding assisting Mr. Leslie Hawkins.12th Mar 1936Box 90 \ 3  scan0183
Letter to L. Hawkins regarding an all-steel body for a car and an invitation to a squash match.12th Mar 1936Box 90 \ 3  scan0184
Letter to The Earl of Rothes regarding the confidential and urgent matter of a steel car body for Leslie Hawkins.16th Mar 1936Box 90 \ 3  scan0185
Letter to Leslie Hawkins regarding the availability of two 4¼-litre Bentley cars.13th Jul 1936Box 90 \ 3  scan0186
Work recommendations for Mr. Leslie Hawkins' car, detailing actions for the suspension, brakes, and bumper bar.26th Aug 1936Box 90 \ 3  scan0187
Letter from the Experimental Dept. discussing prices for second-hand 4¼-litre Bentley cars.26th Nov 1936Box 90 \ 3  scan0188
Availability and pricing of used 4¼-litre Bentley cars for sale.26th Nov 1936Box 90 \ 3  scan0189
Letter to Leslie Hawkins from the Experimental Department regarding his car's steering and two 3.5-litre Bentleys.12th Dec 1936Box 90 \ 3  scan0190
Letter to a customer from the Experimental Department regarding modifications to their car's brakes.23th Feb 1937Box 90 \ 3  scan0191
The relining of brakes and fitting of new drums for Mr. Hawkins' car.28th Sep 1937Box 90 \ 3  scan0192
Returning car 6BIV to Park Wards for repairs to bodywork and handbrake, and a meeting at Lucas regarding headlamps.28th Dec 1937Box 90 \ 3  scan0193
Personal letter from a ski holiday on Le Grand Hotel Diablerets letterhead.8th Jan 1936Box 90 \ 3  scan0194
Arrangements for collecting a car from Park Ward.17th Jan 1938Box 90 \ 3  scan0195
Message to a customer confirming when their car is expected to be ready.17th Jan 1938Box 90 \ 3  scan0196
Index page logging correspondence for Leslie Hawkins.23th Mar 1938Box 90 \ 3  scan0197
Enclosing correspondence about work done on Mr. Hawkins' car in Switzerland.5th Apr 1938Box 90 \ 3  scan0198
Complicated correspondence regarding payment for clutch, servo, springs and shock absorber repairs.6th Apr 1938Box 90 \ 3  scan0199
Short letter to a customer regarding the satisfactory condition of their car.12th Nov 1938Box 90 \ 3  scan0200
Cover letter to L. Hawkins enclosing information on obtaining economical running.29th Sep 1939Box 90 \ 3  scan0201
Letter responding to a query on the value of a car, with a view on post-war prices.27th Nov 1940Box 90 \ 3  scan0202
Arranging a customer visit to the Crewe factory to view machine tool equipment.12th Jan 1941Box 90 \ 3  scan0203
Covering note regarding an attached memo about Mr. Bernard Hopps of Lodge Plugs Ltd., owner of car GLR.50.31th Oct 1933Box 90 \ 4  scan0001
Quoting customer feedback on a 3.5-litre Bentley demonstration saloon.30th Oct 1933Box 90 \ 4  scan0002
Response to Mr. Hopps regarding skidding and smooth tyres.2nd Nov 1933Box 90 \ 4  scan0003
Letter to Lodge Plugs Ltd. about a Bentley's exhaust 'boom' and a recommendation for a European agent.16th Mar 1934Box 90 \ 4  scan0004
Letter from Lodge Plugs Limited providing feedback and suggesting modifications for a 3 1/2 litre Bentley car.19th Mar 1934Box 90 \ 4  scan0005
Letter to a customer about brake inefficiency after the car is washed, suggesting a drying method and discussing potential design improvements.26th Mar 1934Box 90 \ 4  scan0006
Page two of a letter requesting comments on a car's performance after further mileage.26th Mar 1934Box 90 \ 4  scan0007
Letter from Lodge Plugs Limited discussing modifications and feedback on a 3 1/2 litre Bentley.27th Mar 1934Box 90 \ 4  scan0008
Performance report on a 3,500-mile tour in a 3.5 litre Bentley, detailing issues at high altitudes and with the bodywork.22th Jun 1934Box 90 \ 4  scan0009
Report from Lodge Plugs Ltd. to E.W. Hives detailing bodywork and chassis faults on a vehicle.22th Jun 1934Box 90 \ 4  scan0010
Letter from Lodge Plugs Ltd. to E. W. Hives regarding car collection and inspection.22th Jun 1934Box 90 \ 4  scan0011
Letter from Lodge Plugs Ltd. regarding petrol pump vaporisation issues on a 3 ½ litre Bentley.31th Jul 1934Box 90 \ 4  scan0012
Customer complaints about unmade modifications, coachwork, and steering friction.2nd Oct 1934Box 90 \ 4  scan0013
Customer's letter arranging for Bentley repairs and detailing specific mechanical issues.29th Sep 1934Box 90 \ 4  scan0014
Transport and collection of Mr. Bernard Hopps' car after chassis modifications.3rd Oct 1934Box 90 \ 4  scan0015
Concerning a complaint case for a Bentley Saloon owned by Mr. Bernard Hopps.4th Oct 1934Box 90 \ 4  scan0016
Letter from Lodge Plugs discussing a new Bentley chassis, options for a new body from Mulliner or Park Ward, and spark plug performance.27th Oct 1934Box 90 \ 4  scan0017
Letter from Lodge Plugs Ltd. to W. A. Robotham Esq. concerning spark plug performance.27th Oct 1934Box 90 \ 4  scan0018
Letter to Mr. Hopps of Lodge Plugs Ltd. recommending the new Park Ward body.30th Oct 1934Box 90 \ 4  scan0019
Letter detailing a Bentley breakdown in Italy due to a faulty condenser.16th Apr 1935Box 90 \ 4  scan0020
Road test report after a 2000-mile trip through France and Italy, detailing suspension, body, and performance observations.16th Apr 1935Box 90 \ 4  scan0021
Vehicle breakdown, a difficult tow, and a recommendation to improve a connection.16th Apr 1935Box 90 \ 4  scan0022
Letter from a car owner discussing the vehicle's superior performance and driving pleasure.4th May 1935Box 90 \ 4  scan0023
Customer feedback on a 3.5-litre Bentley's performance during a 4,000-mile European trip.4th May 1935Box 90 \ 4  scan0024
Sg. to Hs. regarding correspondence with Mr. Bernard Hopps.7th May 1935Box 90 \ 4  scan0025
Letter to Bernard Hopps regarding feedback on a 4,000-mile trip, shock absorber control, and a new Park Ward body.7th May 1935Box 90 \ 4  scan0026
Internal request to supply the Repair Department with 'D' series Water Excluders for Mr. Bernard Hopps' car.10th May 1935Box 90 \ 4  scan0027
Letter from Lodge Plugs Limited inquiring about the effects of fitting Ace discs to a Bentley and the development of brake condensers.28th Oct 1935Box 90 \ 4  scan0028
Letter to Lodge Plugs Ltd. concerning wheel discs, axle noises, and break condensers.29th Oct 1935Box 90 \ 4  scan0029
Letter from Lodge Plugs Ltd. discussing wheel discs, body noise on a new Bentley, and H.J. Mulliner coachwork.5th Nov 1935Box 90 \ 4  scan0030
Letter to Mr. Hopps of Lodge Plugs Ltd. regarding flexible body construction and coachwork.6th Nov 1935Box 90 \ 4  scan0031
Letter from Lodge Plugs Limited requesting assistance in obtaining the correct chassis for a new Bentley order.5th Feb 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0032
Letter to Mr. Hopps of Lodge Plugs Ltd confirming a chassis number will be identified and checked.21th Feb 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0033
Inquiry from Lodge Plugs Ltd. regarding the running-in procedure for a new 4 ¼ litre Bentley.21th Apr 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0034
Letter from Lodge Plugs Limited acknowledging a previous letter addressed to Mr. Bernard Hopps.22th Feb 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0035
Letter to Lodge Plugs Limited providing guidance on running-in procedures for a new car.25th Apr 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0036
Mr. Raymond Mays' feedback and the investigation into engine, brake, and clutch issues with his 4 ¼-litre Bentley.28th Apr 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0037
Complaint letter to Mr. Cowen regarding an engine or clutch issue, described as a 'thump' and 'judder'.25th Apr 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0038
Letter from Raymond Mays regarding car arrangements for the Brooklands race, followed by a report on vehicle performance issues.25th Apr 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0039
List of reported faults and required rectifications for a vehicle's engine, chassis, and body.25th Apr 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0040
Page of instructions regarding car cleaning and arrangements for leaving the vehicle.28th Apr 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0041
Cover note enclosing a copy of a letter received from Mr. Raymond Mays.28th Apr 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0042
Letter from Raymond Mays to W.M. Cowen listing several minor faults on his car that require attention.27th Apr 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0043
Inconsistent behaviour of Bentley 4¼ litre clutches and the inability to replicate reported faults.29th Apr 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0044
Special drums for Raymond Mays' 4 1/4-Litre Bentley.30th Apr 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0045
Issues with Bentley 4 1/2-litre clutches, including Mr. Raymond Mays' car and a trials car.30th Apr 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0046
Scheme drawing for aluminium brake drums and brake linkage alterations for Raymond Mays' 4 1/4 litre Bentley.1st May 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0047
Unable to diagnose a 'thump' in Mr. Raymond Mays' engine due to insufficient information.1st May 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0048
Raymond Mays' 4 1/4-Litre Bentley and the potential for testing new brake drums at the Nurburg Ring.14th May 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0049
Production schedule of aluminium brake drums for Raymond Mays' 4 1/4 litre Bentley.14th May 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0050
Distorted valves on Raymond Mays' 4 1/4 litre Bentley after a run from Monte Carlo, and concern for Mr. Hall in the Le Mans race.14th May 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0051
Fitting aluminium brake drums to Mr. Raymond Mays' 4 1/4-Litre Bentley.5th Jun 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0052
Failure of aluminium brake drums and 'axle jagger' issues on Mr. Raymond Mays' 4¼ litre Bentley.6th Jun 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0053
Brake fading issues for a customer, Raymond Mays, and a proposal for testing experimental parts.9th Sep 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0054
Extract from a letter by Mr. Raymond Mays comparing a 4 1/4 litre car to a 3 1/2 litre model, with specific feedback on brake performance.1st Sep 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0055
From 'Sg.' to 'Hs/Rm.' requesting an update on the fitting of experimental brake drums to Raymond Mays' car.11th Oct 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0056
Set of light alloy brake drums to be fitted to Raymond Mays' car.1st Oct 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0057
From Sg. to Rm. concerning correspondence about Raymond Mays.13th Oct 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0058
Letter to Raymond Mays regarding a brake modification, postponing the work until after the Olympia Show.13th Oct 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0059
From 'Sg' to 'Rm' regarding arrangements for servicing Raymond Mays' car, including an engine fault investigation.21th Oct 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0060
List of required repairs and adjustments for a Bentley CLM. 975.28th Oct 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0061
Fitting aluminium drums to Raymond May's Bentley due to brake fade complaints.28th Oct 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0062
Inspection of Raymond May's car, detailing a bent clutch pointer and issues with Phantom III oil level indicators.29th Oct 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0063
Status of a car for Raymond Mays.4th Nov 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0064
Repairs to Raymond Mays' car and the logistics of providing a replacement Trials car.6th Nov 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0065
Confirming arrangements for the delivery of Raymond Mays' car and the collection of a loaner 'Trials' car.10th Nov 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0066
Cover note for a report on work carried out to rectify an engine thump on chassis B.24-GA.11th Nov 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0067
Five-stage process undertaken to diagnose and cure a 'thud' noise in a Bentley B.24-GA engine.11th Nov 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0068
Work done to cure a thud in Raymond Mays' Bentley.3rd Nov 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0069
Request to supply the repair department with a large capacity straight tooth oil pump for R. Mays' 4 1/4 litre Bentley.3rd Nov 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0070
Sending Bentley aluminium drums and anti-judder parts to the Repair Department.24th Nov 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0071
Requesting two sets of materiel for Bentley Aluminium Drums be sent to the Repair Dept. for Raymond Mays.24th Nov 1936Box 90 \ 4  scan0072
Summary of thrust race and axle noise trouble concerning Raymond Mays' vehicle.25th Jan 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0073
Sg. to Rm. regarding a letter from Raymond Mays about his Bentley's brakes.25th Jan 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0074
Copy of a letter from Mr. Raymond Mays regarding experimental brakes on a Bentley.22th Jan 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0075
Page 2 of a letter from Raymond Mays to A.F. Sidgreaves discussing braking performance and testing.27th Jan 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0076
Letter to Raymond Mays regarding brake distribution issues on his car due to its light body.27th Jan 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0077
Letter from English Racing Automobiles Ltd. regarding a modification to brakes.28th Jan 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0078
Memo requesting an anti-jack servo and brake levers for a car.26th Feb 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0079


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