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Service arrangements for Raymond Mays' car, specifically concerning the brakes, an engine thump, and Mellotone horns.26th Feb 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0080
Delay in modifying the front braking on Raymond Mays' car.27th Feb 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0081
J.S. to Gry regarding a request from Raymond Mays for a front brake modification on his car.23th Mar 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0082
Confirming readiness to carry out improvements to the brake system and investigate bearing wear on Raymond Mays' car.25th Mar 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0083
From Sg. to Gry. enclosing correspondence received from Raymond Mays and a copy of the reply.25th Mar 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0084
Letter from Raymond Mays of English Racing Automobiles to Bentley Motors requesting pre-racing season vehicle modifications and checks.23th Mar 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0085
Letter to Mr. Raymond Mays regarding alterations to his car's brakes and an engine issue.25th Mar 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0086
Letter from Raymond Mays arranging to bring his 4 1/2 Litre Bentley to the works.30th Mar 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0087
Letter from English Racing Automobiles Ltd. regarding brake and engine performance issues with a 4 1/4 Litre Bentley, chassis no. B.24-GA.14th May 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0088
Letter from Raymond Mays and an attached report regarding vehicle performance issues, including brake pulsation and noise.15th Mar 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0089
Letter to a customer regarding issues with their car's brake adjustment and linings.20th May 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0090
Letter from English Racing Automobiles regarding brake adjustment feedback after a modification and fitting a more powerful Servo.24th May 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0091
A component failure, a stripped adjusting tappet screw, on a car belonging to Mr. Raymond Mays.15th Jul 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0092
Maintenance issues and requests for Raymond Mays' car.21th Jul 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0093
Letter from Raymond Mays arranging for his car to be serviced before the Swiss Grand Prix.22th Jul 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0094
Letter to Raymond Mays confirming a meeting to discuss the condition of his car.23th Jul 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0095
List of work instructions for Raymond Mays' Car B.24.GA.27th Jul 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0096
Condition report and recommendations for work on Raymond May's car, which is used on racing circuits.28th Jul 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0097
Work instructions for Raymond May's car, reference B.24.GA.28th Jul 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0098
Request for a list of necessary work for Chassis No. B.24-GA, owned by Raymond Mays.28th Jul 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0099
Issues with the rear axle driving dogs and a proposal to fit a clutch plate with Thermoid linings on Raymond Mays' car.29th Jul 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0100
Condition report on Raymond Mays' Bentley, detailing various mechanical and bodywork faults.30th Jul 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0101
Confirming the handover of a clutch plate for Raymond May's B.24.GA, specifying it is a Borg & Beck plate with thermoid facings.31th Jul 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0102
Letter to Raymond Mays of English Racing Automobiles Ltd. regarding a complaint about car roughness and the required work on the crankshaft.31th Jul 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0103
Letter concerning the preparation and shock absorber settings of a 4 ¼ Litre Bentley.28th Jul 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0104
Message to Raymond Mays confirming his car is ready for collection.4th Aug 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0105
Letter from English Racing Automobiles Ltd concerning arrangements for collecting a car.3rd Aug 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0106
Telegram message received by telephone regarding arrangements to collect a car.5th Aug 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0107
Letter to Raymond Mays of English Racing Automobiles Ltd. regarding oil pressure and a relief valve spring.6th Aug 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0108
Letter to Raymond Mays regarding an experimental clutch lining fitted to his car to fix a clutch judder issue.15th Sep 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0109
Letter from English Racing Automobiles Ltd concerning post-repair clutch judder and poor brake performance after a continental trip.16th Sep 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0110
The condition and repair history of the engine for chassis B.24-GW, owned by Raymond Mays.22th Sep 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0111
Crankshaft wear, bearing replacement, and brake and oil leak issues.22th Sep 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0112
Letter discussing a car's service account and clutch linings after extensive mileage.22th Sep 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0113
Owner's complaint report detailing extensive engine and axle repairs for a Bentley Saloon owned by Raymond Mays.13th Aug 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0114
Owner's complaint report for a Bentley chassis B.24-GA, detailing engine and axle work.26th Jul 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0115
From 'Sg.' to Raymond Mays regarding a job account and requesting further details.28th Sep 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0116
Crankshaft materials (Hykro vs VCM) and processes, referencing a specific Bentley chassis and a Phantom III.29th Sep 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0117
Letter to Raymond Mays regarding a missed meeting at Donington and new axle shafts for an upcoming race in South Africa.3rd Nov 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0118
Letter from Raymond Mays regarding modifications to his 4 1/2 litre Bentley, including a higher compression cylinder head.4th Nov 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0119
Concerning the transfer of brake drums for customer Raymond Mays' new chassis.5th Nov 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0120
Letter to Raymond Mays regarding the transfer of parts to his new car chassis.6th Nov 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0121
The sale of Raymond Mays' 4 1/2-litre Bentley (B.24.GA) and a decision on its experimental front brakes.11th Nov 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0122
Letter from Raymond Mays to S.W. Grylls regarding a Cylinder Head.8th Nov 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0123
The transfer of brake drums and servo from Raymond May's present car to his new one.9th Nov 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0124
Communication regarding a chassis allotment for Raymond Mays and the return of his present car.9th Nov 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0125
Letter to Mr. Raymond Mays regarding the delivery of car No.B-24-GA to the works at Derby.9th Nov 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0126
To Raymond Mays regarding the transfer of wheels and horns from an old car to a new chassis.10th Nov 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0127
Arrangements for a car part-exchange with Raymond Mays, involving the transfer of parts and vehicle inspection.10th Nov 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0128
Letter from Raymond Mays regarding the delivery and condition of his Bentley car, noting various faults.11th Nov 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0129
To Raymond Mays regarding the allocation of a new chassis and the transfer of parts from an old one.17th Nov 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0130
Transfer of parts from an old car to a new chassis, B.144.LS, for Mr. Raymond Mays.18th Nov 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0131
Letter from Raymond Mays' Private Secretary regarding the forwarding of spark plugs and an omitted starting handle for a Bentley car.18th Nov 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0132
Letter to Raymond Mays' secretary regarding changing the wheels on his new car from chromium plated to Silver Cellulosed due to rusting issues.19th Nov 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0133
The modifications agreed for Raymond Mays' new car, chassis B.144.LS.19th Nov 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0134
Letter from Raymond Mays' private secretary regarding the fitting of silver cellulosed wheels to a new car.22th Nov 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0135
Tyres and wheels for Raymond Mays' new car, B.144.LS.23th Nov 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0136
Instructing the re-assembly of a unit with a specific combination of main bearings.24th Nov 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0137
Whether to keep or dispose of chromium-plated wheels from Raymond Mays' old car.29th Nov 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0138
Brake drum and steering tube fouling issues on Raymond Mays' new car.1st Dec 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0139
The fitting position of 'Mellotone' horns on chassis No. B-144.LS for Raymond Mays.29th Dec 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0140
The fitting of Mellotone horns on a car for Raymond Mays.30th Dec 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0141
Incorrect fitting of 'Mellotone' horns and the decision to also fit standard horns.30th Dec 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0142
The requirement for a new front apron if standard horns are fitted to chassis B-144-LS.31th Dec 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0143
Correcting an error regarding the location of Mellotone Horns and clarifying the requirement for standard horns on chassis B.144.LS.31th Dec 1937Box 90 \ 4  scan0144
Clarifying the fitting of standard and 'Mellotone' horns for a new chassis for Raymond Mays.3rd Jan 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0145
Extract from a letter from Raymond Mays offering to include experimental 'bits and pieces' in his new car.6th Jan 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0146
Letter detailing performance issues with a new 4¼ litre Bentley, including lack of power, engine noise, and difficult gear changes.24th Feb 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0147
Continuation sheet of a letter from English Racing Automobiles, Ltd. to S. W. Grylls.24th Feb 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0148
Letter to Raymond Mays of E.R.A. Ltd regarding his new car's performance, a droning noise, and wheel specifications.25th Feb 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0149
Correspondence with Mr. Raymond Mays about his new car.25th Feb 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0150
Letter from Raymond Mays to Bentley Motors regarding the performance of his new 4 1/4-litre Bentley.24th Feb 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0151
Letter to Raymond Mays of ERA Automobiles Ltd. concerning a new car's engine performance.25th Feb 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0152
Letter to R. Mays of E.R.A. Ltd. regarding attempts to fix an 'over-run boom' on his car.8th Mar 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0153
Profitability and performance issues related to Raymond Mays' car, B.144.LS.9th Mar 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0154
Feedback from Mr. Raymond Mays regarding the performance of the new 4¼-litre Bentley, particularly concerning its wheels and tyres.8th Mar 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0155
Letter from customer Raymond Mays to Bentley Motors regarding performance issues with his new 4¼ litre Bentley.7th Mar 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0156
Letter from Raymond Mays discussing tyre testing, car performance comparison, and the collection of car CLM.975.7th Mar 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0157
Letter to Raymond Mays regarding his new car's performance, body rattles, and a query about larger tyres.8th Mar 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0158
Letter from Raymond Mays regarding disappointing car performance and arranging for further work.10th Mar 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0159
Mr. Raymond Mays bringing his car in for attention, including the estimated time required.19th Mar 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0160
Short typed memo to Raymond Mays regarding the readiness of a car on Monday.23th Mar 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0161
Letter from Raymond Mays regarding arrangements for his Coupe.26th Mar 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0162
Information on how an 'over-run boom' at 3,000 revs was improved on a car.30th Mar 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0163
To arrange a meeting regarding a 'boom' noise at 3,000 revs in a Bentley.1st Apr 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0164
Letter from Raymond Mays complaining about a 'drumming noise' and harshness in his new Bentley.4th Apr 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0165
Letter from Raymond Mays regarding car suspension and race feedback on experimental brakes.11th Apr 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0166
Letter to Raymond Mays regarding unresolved car issues, including a 'drumming Noise' and unchanged rear springs.12th Apr 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0167
Letter from English Racing Automobiles Ltd. to W. A. Robotham proposing a future meeting in Derby.20th Apr 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0168
Letter from racing driver Raymond Mays regarding the collection of his Bentley.22th Mar 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0169
Letter from Raymond Mays regarding arrangements to have his car serviced for rattles and noises.23th Mar 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0170
Confirming details on the power output and specifications of an E.R.A. 2-litre engine.11th May 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0171
Letter from Raymond Mays to S.W. Grylls concerning suspension and enclosing a copy of a letter sent to Mr. Cowen.15th Jun 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0172
Letter to Bentley Motors complaining about the rear suspension on a new 4.5 litre model after driving in France.15th Jun 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0173
Letter detailing recurring body noises such as squeaks and creaks after previous repair work.15th Jun 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0174
Failure of an aluminium brake drum on Raymond Mays' car, requesting the vehicle be brought to Derby for inspection.25th Aug 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0175
Confirming a telephone conversation about Mr. Raymond Mays' car and brake drums.26th Aug 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0176
The dispatch of Hubs and Drums for Bentley Chassis B.144.LS to Kingsbury.26th Aug 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0177
Listing parts sent to the Repair Department for Bentley Chassis B.144.LS.30th Aug 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0178
Chargeability and credit for two drums and hubs sent to Kingsbury for a specific chassis.8th Sep 1938Box 90 \ 4  scan0179


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