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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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Parts list and blueprint index for the Bentley 7 BV Warner type gearbox and related components.19th Jun 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0083
Parts list detailing components for various vehicle sections, including steering, clutch, and transmission.19th Jun 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0084
Parts lists and modifications for brakes, suspension, and throttle controls.19th Jun 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0085
The Propeller Shaft and a list of accompanying List of Parts (L.O.P's).19th Jun 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0086
The manufacture of a set of Bentley V parts in nickel steel.20th Jun 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0087
Non-standard specifications of the 6 Continental B.V. units.20th Jun 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0088
Typed memo forwarding a very excellent sketch of a Bentley car.21th Jun 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0089
Quality and reproduction of a sketch for a Bentley front, comparing different artistic styles.23th Jun 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0090
Requesting modifications to the brake system and repair of a faulty petrol gauge warning light.10th Jul 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0091
Instruction to control modifications for the Bentley V. to prevent production delays unless expressly sanctioned.10th Jul 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0092
Requesting the fitting of an R.R. Marston heater to car 10.B.V.12th Jul 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0093
Specification for the Bentley V Chassis for the Service des Mines.13th Jul 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0094
Specification sheet detailing gearbox ratios, speeds, transmission, steering, and brake systems.13th Jul 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0095
Page 3 of a document detailing braking, suspension, and weight specifications for a chassis.13th Jul 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0096
Identifying the source of a whistle on B.V. and B.50 models and proposing a solution by enclosing shutter blades.20th Jul 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0097
Measurements and calculations to determine the centre of gravity of the 10.B.V. model.20th Jul 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0098
Moments of inertia and centres of gravity for vehicle models 28.G.VI, 9.B.V., and 10.B.V.24th Jul 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0099
Specification sheet detailing the car's weight, centre of gravity, wheelbase, and wheel data.24th Jul 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0100
Arranging for Humphrey Symons to write the introduction for the new Bentley V catalogue.26th Jul 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0101
Arranging a car trial for a Mr. Symons for a Bentley V model during the Works closure.27th Jul 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0102
Complaint regarding the bright plating of the starter motor cover on a Bentley, requesting it be dull plated to match other parts.27th Jul 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0103
Replacement author for the new Bentley Catalogue introduction and related meeting arrangements.9th Aug 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0104
Numerous faults found with car 9.B.V. after a 420-mile test run.19th Sep 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0105
Status report on chassis Nos. 23, 24, and 25 received from the erecting bay.20th Oct 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0106
Status report on Bentley 'V' chassis builds, detailing completions and a list of outstanding parts for specific chassis numbers.20th Oct 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0107
Dispatch report listing incomplete parts for chassis B-14-AW and B-20-AW.24th Aug 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0108
Dispatch list detailing incomplete items for two specific chassis.26th Aug 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0109
Despatch log from late August 1939, detailing incomplete items for two specific chassis.31th Aug 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0110
List of incomplete items for two chassis dispatched on the same day.31th Aug 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0111
Status report for two chassis, detailing their readiness for testing or despatch and listing the parts yet to be fitted.31th Aug 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0112
Final road test report detailing parts status for two chassis.31th Aug 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0113
Progress report detailing the status of chassis numbers 15 and 16 after their road tests.31th Aug 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0114
Status report for chassis numbers 17 and 18, detailing their production stage and a list of parts.31th Aug 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0115
Record of the status and missing components for chassis No. 19 and No. 20.31th Aug 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0116
Status report for chassis No. 21 and 22, detailing the parts fitted and missing as received from the erecting bay.26th Oct 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0117
Proposal to complete and fit bodies to seven nearly finished B.V. chassis at the outbreak of hostilities.26th Oct 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0118
Chassis and body suggestions, part shortages, and requests for experimental car builds.26th Oct 1939Box 97 \ 2  scan0119
Requesting a modification to the main battery lead layout on car 10.B.Y.4th Mar 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0120
Query regarding the frame, rear axle, and hand brake differences between the 'Corniche' and standard B V models.7th Mar 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0121
Technical note detailing the differences between the Corniche frame, rear axle, and hand-brake compared to the standard model.11th Mar 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0122
Querying the specifications and interchangeability of the 'Corniche' chassis and body with standard B.V. models under the rationalised programme.14th Mar 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0123
Isolated propeller shaft bearings for the Bentley V.18th Mar 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0124
Programme revisions due to the war and a recommendation against using a standard body on the Corniche chassis.19th Mar 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0125
Fitting five special cylinder blocks with different liners to cars to gain experience on bore wear.20th Mar 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0126
Completion of B.V. chassis for sale, their locations, and proposals for using parts from other cars.20th Mar 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0127
Production schedule for 12 cars, including frame completion, gearboxes, and body commitments.20th Mar 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0128
Covering memo from Sg to Rm regarding B.V's, enclosing a copy of another memo.20th Mar 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0129
Completion of two cars withdrawn from a show due to hostilities and the status of incomplete B.V. and Corniche chassis.28th Mar 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0130
The manufacturing of parts required to complete five more B.V. chassis.28th Mar 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0131
Completion of B.V. chassis for sale, including body fitting and production schedules.20th Mar 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0132
Attached note and delegating the task of providing delivery dates for partially completed chassis.3rd Apr 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0133
Completion of B.V. chassis for sale, including a Corniche model and arrangements with coachbuilder Park Ward.20th Mar 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0134
Confirming instructions to replace a failed clutch throwout bearing and modify the trunnion housing.13th Apr 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0135
List of required modifications for '15 Production B.V's' based on faults found since the original specification.19th Apr 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0136
Sketch showing dimensions and notes for damper leak grooves on a G.B. pendulum lever.1st Feb 1937Box 97 \ 2  scan0137
Faults and required modifications for 15 production B.V. cars before customer delivery.19th Apr 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0138
Production modifications for B.V. chassis to address faults in brake linkage, clutch, and suspension dampers.27th Apr 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0139
Ongoing faults and proposed modifications for a chassis, including issues with the propellor shaft, gear lever, and oil feed.27th Apr 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0140
Eight faults found on the B.V. model during experimental running and the proposed modifications.27th Apr 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0141
Alteration note for R.H. and L.H. end plates, increasing diameter and changing material.1st May 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0142
Modifications to production B.V. concerning steering tubes fouling the torque arms.6th May 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0143
Modifications to be carried out on a total of 16 cars.30th Apr 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0144
List of materials sent to stores for despatch to Hythe Road for the completion of a B.V. Chassis.30th Apr 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0145
Parts list with quantities and piece numbers, along with notes on chassis frame assembly.30th Apr 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0146
The completion, despatch, and modification of five Bentley V chassis.30th Apr 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0147
The despatch and fitting of 11 sets of Isolated Propeller Shaft Bearings for B.V. Chassis.30th Apr 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0148
Arrangements for the completion and final inspection of Bentley V chassis.2nd May 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0149
Works order for two mechanics to assemble and fit parts to multiple B.V. Chassis Frames.2nd May 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0150
The completion of a Corniche car by Kellners, detailing chassis delivery, timelines, and import/export requirements.14th May 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0151
The distortion and necessary lapping of replenishing valve seats on Bentley V Front Shock Dampers.14th May 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0152
Inventory and status report on B-V gearboxes and rear axles stored at location 'N'.23th Aug 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0153
Query regarding the cost of an experimental car body from Vanvooren, damaged by bombing, for a War Risk Insurance Policy claim.13th Nov 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0154
Forwarding a request for information to a colleague on the 'Aero side'.15th Nov 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0155
Experimental Vanvooren car body, seeking clarification on its details.22th Nov 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0156
Request for the cost of a Vanvooren body to complete a claim for property damaged by bombing.21th Nov 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0157
Vanvooren experimental body shell destroyed by a bomb at Lillie Hall.23th Nov 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0158
Letter to W. Boddy of 'Motor Sport' regarding two versions of a write-up.16th Dec 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0159
The evolution and characteristics of the Bentley V chassis.15th Dec 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0160
Private entry's performance in the T.T. Race at Ards Circuit (1934-1936) and a preview of a new Bentley model from 1939.15th Dec 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0161
Anecdote describing a performance test comparing a new type Bentley with an older model, highlighting its effortless speed.17th Dec 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0162
Summary of improvements for the Bentley V model, divided into five sections.17th Dec 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0163
Durability improvements made to the Bentley, including the crankshaft, rear axle, independent front suspension, and power plant.17th Dec 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0164
Summary of technical improvements to various vehicle components, including the clutch, steering, frame, and brakes.17th Dec 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0165
Comparison of the 'Corniche' and Standard B.V models, discussing their development, performance, and testing.18th Dec 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0166
The storage, collection, and stock-taking of B.V jigs and tools located at Motor Panels.18th Dec 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0167
Performance test results for two Bentley cars after endurance runs in France.29th Oct 1937Box 97 \ 2  scan0168
Note arranging the collection of a car and the drop-off of a chassis.22th Nov 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0169
Car repair involving a broken cylinder block and bent crankshaft, disputing the cause, and requesting a loaner vehicle.13th Nov 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0170
Specifications and potential sale of two B-V chassis to a customer during wartime.30th Nov 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0171
New servo motor linings made from Vandervell Bi-Metal for the Bentley V chassis, including replacement part numbers.10th Dec 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0172
Technical drawing for a friction lining.4th Dec 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0173
Blueprint of a 'Driving Plate', detailing hole patterns and machining requirements.10th Dec 1940Box 97 \ 2  scan0174
Observations and issues noted during test runs of a car, including speed trials and general driving.5th Jan 1941Box 97 \ 2  scan0175
List of new parts fitted to a 10-H-V car to restore it to its original condition after an accident.9th Jan 1941Box 97 \ 2  scan0176
Proposing a program of tests to check the mud slinging propensities of Bentley V cars.12th Jan 1941Box 97 \ 2  scan0177
Requesting a deletion of parts from a list for a 10.B.V. car involved in an accident.24th Jan 1941Box 97 \ 2  scan0178
Status and potential completion or sale of several uncompleted B-V chassis.22th Jan 1941Box 97 \ 2  scan0179
The status of incomplete Bentley-V chassis and cars and the possibilities for their completion.17th Jan 1941Box 97 \ 2  scan0180
Sourcing and supply of parts for incomplete chassis Nos. B-V-20 to B-V-25.17th Jan 1941Box 97 \ 2  scan0181
List of tools and parts for Chassis No. B-28-AW.17th Jan 1941Box 97 \ 2  scan0182


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