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Table of performance and drag test results for a Bentley B.35 AE with various body modifications.22th Aug 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan231
Modifications to E.R. Hall's car before handover, following its exhibition at Olympia.8th Oct 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan232
Chassis B-35-AE, parts used in the Ulster Race, and a mechanic's visit for E.R. Hall.9th Oct 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan233
Typed memo replying to a previous communication and attaching notes from an individual.11th Oct 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan234
The removal of a standard engine unit from chassis B-35-AE and its recommended reallocation.12th Oct 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan235
Decision on whether to support driver Hall in the 1935 Bentley competitions.13th Oct 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan236
Clarifying the history and status of an engine unit from chassis B-35-AE, used in the Italian Thousand Mile Race.15th Oct 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan237
Bentley competitions, confirming the decision not to run a full team and arranging to discuss a private entry for the Italian Mille Miglia race.18th Oct 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan238
Wind Tunnel Tests on an Ulster T.T. Car, requesting additional photographs for a report.24th Oct 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan239
Photographs of wind tunnel model tests for a racing car, showing initial and final designs.25th Oct 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan240
Cover letter to E.R. Hall informing him a copy of another letter has been sent to his London address.25th Oct 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan241
Letter to E.R. Hall discussing the application of streamlining research from Campbell's car to a Bentley for road racing.25th Oct 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan242
Letter to Mrs. E.R. Hall regarding the test results of a brake material.30th Oct 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan243
List of five modifications and fittings required for E.R. Hall's car before handover.2nd Nov 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan244
Modifications to prevent oil leaks on the rear brakes for Hall's Car B-35-AE.5th Nov 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan245
Transfer of a standard unit from Hall's car E-55-AE to the Repair Department.6th Nov 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan246
Typed letter to E.R. Hall regarding a dinner toast and a potential job for Maurice.7th Nov 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan247
Sending a standard unit from car B-35-AE for overhaul and to be kept as a spare.7th Nov 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan248
Request to fit streamlined front wings to E.R. Hall's car.15th Nov 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan249
Request to build and fit an improved servo motor to chassis B-35-AE for the purpose of testing brake linings.15th Nov 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan250
Requesting a new high compression head for E.R. Hall's car be made to the same specifications as an old one for comparison.20th Nov 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan251
Brief typed message arranging a telephone call regarding a car body.21th Nov 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan252
Letter arranging a pickup location and route for a T.T. car.27th Nov 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan253
Letter apologising for a delay in delivering a car due to work on the wing stays.28th Nov 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan254
Telegram received by telephone regarding the collection of wing material from Derby station.3rd Aug 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan255
Instructions for the storage of a standard engine removed from Hall's Chassis.3rd Aug 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan256
Listing five outstanding points regarding work required on E.R. Hall's car.3rd Aug 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan257
Request from the R.A.C. for a catalogue and instruction book for a 3½-litre Bentley.3rd Aug 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan258
Telegram from Offord to Robotham in Derby, confirming that Duramin Works is closed and plates will be sent on Wednesday.7th Aug 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan259
Request from the R.A.C. to modify the starting handle shaft on E.R. Hall's car.7th Aug 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan260
Request for duralumin sheets for Bentley wings.7th Aug 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan261
Prepaid telegram to Offord & Sons Ltd. inquiring about the train dispatch details for a Duralumin shipment.8th Aug 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan262
Telegram confirming that Duralumin has been despatched by train.8th Aug 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan263
Scale calibration data for a revolution indicator, instrument number 1589, fitted to chassis B.35-AE.8th Aug 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan264
Letter to R.H. Sherren of 'The Motor' magazine, requesting to reserve four places for a trip.8th Aug 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan265
Letter to E.H. Sherren of 'The Motor' magazine, confirming berth reservations for four people.10th Aug 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan266
Confirming the delivery address for five wheels being sent to the Ulster T.T. race.10th Aug 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan267
High speed endurance proof test report for a 3.5-litre Bentley competition engine.30th Jul 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan268
Letter from travel agent Thos. Cook & Son confirming a booking on the S.S. Ulster Prince for the Tourist Races in Belfast.22th Aug 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan269
Letter to Thos. Cook & Son, Ltd. regarding train seat reservations and travel arrangements.24th Aug 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan270
Letter from Thos. Cook & Son, Ltd. regarding a fare from Manchester.25th Aug 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan271
Blueprint of the rear view of a car body for the Ulster T.T. Race, including area calculations.22th Aug 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan272
Graph of engine RPM versus MPH for various gears and tyre specifications.28th Jul 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan273
The reverse side of a document showing a print room stamp.28th Jul 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan274
Graph comparing dynamo unit performance under different chassis and exhaust configurations.24th Jul 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan275
The reverse of a document, stamped by the Print Room.24th Jul 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan276
Customer feedback and a list of outstanding work required on 'Hall's Car'.28th Jul 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan277
Procedure to check the accuracy of E.R. Hall's rev counter.28th Jul 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan278
Letter detailing the results of wind tunnel tests and related performance calculations.28th Jul 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan279
Preliminary calculation of predicted speed, noted as a rough estimate.30th Jul 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan280
Speed tests for Hall's Car, model B-35-AE, with various configurations.30th Jul 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan281
Development work on the R. engine regarding cam forms and radius followers.6th Jul 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan282
Power output and B.M.E.P. graph for a 3 1/2 litre Bentley engine developed for competition work.6th Jul 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan283
Blank document page with a 'PRINT ROOM' date stamp from Derby.11th Jul 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan284
Graph comparing the power output of a 3.2 Litre Bentley with various exhaust systems for the Ulster T.T. race.6th Jul 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan285
Comparison graph of power absorbed by various cooling fans for Unit 1 B IV.12th Sep 1933Box 90a \ 2  Scan286
Power output graph for a 3 1/2 Litre Bentley engine showing performance with and without a fan for the Ulster T.T. race.6th Jul 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan287
Blank page with a Print Room stamp from Derby.11th Jul 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan288
Modifications for a competition cylinder head for E.R. Hall's car.4th Dec 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan289
Short typed message regarding the arrival time and location of a Ratcliffe car body.3rd Dec 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan290
Letter to Mr. Hall regarding an unsatisfactory clutch and engine roughness caused by a light flywheel.5th Dec 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan291
Letter regarding Christmas closing times and arrangements for bird boxes.14th Dec 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan292
Letter regarding a cost inquiry for a double order of duralumin for T.T. wings, due to a miscalculation.14th Dec 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan293
Invoice from Offord & Sons Ltd. for work and parts supplied for two Bentley cars.9th Oct 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan294
Letter to E.R. Hall regarding works closing times and the supply of Duralumin material to Messrs. Offords.15th Dec 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan295
Request from E.R. Hall for instrument board supports for his T.T. car.18th Dec 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan296
Letter regarding the list of engagements for the 1935 Le Mans 24-hour race.20th Dec 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan297
Communiqué from the Automobile Club de l'Ouest listing the initial entrants for the 1935 24 Hours of Le Mans.20th Dec 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan298
Letter to E.R. Hall arranging a meeting with Railton to discuss the body for a Bentley.27th Dec 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan299
Letter from The Society of Motor Manufacturers & Traders to Bentley Motors seeking suggestions on a new racing formula to limit speed for safety.27th Dec 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan300
Forwarding a letter from The Society of Motor Manufacturers & Traders Ltd. regarding a 'Racing Formula'.28th Dec 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan301
Reply declining to provide a suggestion for a modified racing formula due to a lack of experience with Grand Prix cars.31th Dec 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan302
Letter discussing the suitability of India Tyres for Bentley competition work.31th Dec 1934Box 90a \ 2  Scan303
Brief internal note agreeing with remarks concerning the 'Racing Formula'.1st Jan 1935Box 90a \ 2  Scan304
Regulations for the 1934 International Tourist Trophy car race of the Royal Automobile Club.1st Jan 1935Box 90a \ 2  Scan305
Log of communications and actions regarding the development, failures, and modifications for the '36 T.T. race car.17th Nov 1935Box 90a \ 3  Scan001
Graph comparing the power development of Bentley engines for the Tourist Trophy races from 1934 to 1936.12th Nov 1966Box 90a \ 3  Scan002
Modifications made to E.R. Hall's car for the T.T. race.12th Nov 1966Box 90a \ 3  Scan003
Postcard addressed to Mr C.W. Morton in Chellaston, Derby.29th Oct 1966Box 90a \ 3  Scan004
Letter concerning access to information on the 3½ litre Bentley used by E.R. Hall.14th Nov 1966Box 90a \ 3  Scan005
Letter from an Australian owner to a company employee regarding the restoration of a 1934 Bentley.25th Oct 1966Box 90a \ 3  Scan006
Inquiry from a Bentley owner seeking information on performance modifications for competition use.25th Oct 1966Box 90a \ 3  Scan007
With contact details for a manor and information regarding a Hall Bentley.28th Jan 1935Box 90a \ 3  Scan008
Index of contents for a file regarding correspondence and data for E.R. Hall's competition car.28th Jan 1935Box 90a \ 3  Scan009
Log of internal correspondence and actions regarding a high-performance car project in 1935.29th Jan 1935Box 90a \ 3  Scan010
Log of internal communications regarding the preparation of a car for a Tourist Trophy event, detailing specifications for tyres, engine, and endurance testing.6th Jun 1935Box 90a \ 3  Scan011
Log of correspondence and actions from July 1935 concerning car development, parts, and testing.31th Jul 1935Box 90a \ 3  Scan012
Log of communications and actions related to car preparation and testing in August and September 1935.13th Sep 1935Box 90a \ 3  Scan013
Competition work on a Bentley, proposing the use of magnesium parts for the Mille Miglia or Shelsley events.5th Jan 1935Box 90a \ 3  Scan014
Invoice for Duralumin supplied for a Bentley T.T. car.9th Jan 1935Box 90a \ 3  Scan015
Inquiry regarding the authority and payment for work carried out on Mr. E.R. Hall's car, chassis B.35 - AE.11th Jan 1935Box 90a \ 3  Scan016
Payment for a replacement set of aluminium sheets after the first set was scrapped.12th Jan 1935Box 90a \ 3  Scan017
Customer complaint on chassis B-35-AE, involving a synchromesh rattle and a damaged wing.15th Jan 1935Box 90a \ 3  Scan018
Power-output graph for a 3½ Litre Bentley engine under competition work conditions.16th Jan 1935Box 90a \ 3  Scan019
Mostly blank document with a Print Room stamp and a handwritten reference number.8th Feb 1935Box 90a \ 3  Scan020
Telegram received by telephone to arrange a meeting with Railton.17th Jan 1935Box 90a \ 3  Scan021
Short message from Robotham to Hall proposing alternative meeting times.17th Jan 1935Box 90a \ 3  Scan022
Agreeing to gearbox modifications and requesting the fitting of an anti-rattle synchromesh device to Hall's Car.17th Jan 1935Box 90a \ 3  Scan023
Repair of a non-standard gearbox and a damaged wing on E.R. Hall's car, chassis B-35-AE.17th Jan 1935Box 90a \ 3  Scan024
Telegram from Hall to Robotham suggesting a more convenient meeting time.18th Jan 1935Box 90a \ 3  Scan025


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