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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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The weight of the Corniche model.5th Apr 1939Box 97 \ 3  scan0253
Specification details for a Bentley 'Corniche' S.U. Carburetter, type H.6.3rd Jul 1939Box 97 \ 3  scan0254
Specifications for throttle operation, jet control, dashpot, and component finishes.3rd Jul 1939Box 97 \ 3  scan0255
Request for the chassis weight of the Corniche model for an importation license application.1st Jul 1939Box 97 \ 3  scan0256
Instruction memo for the production of iron brake drums and steel shoes for the Bentley 'Corniche' 'A' Series chassis.3rd Jul 1939Box 97 \ 3  scan0257
Parts list detailing components for rear brakes, rear hub, front brakes, and front hub assemblies.3rd Jul 1939Box 97 \ 3  scan0258
Parts list for a front hub assembly.3rd Jul 1939Box 97 \ 3  scan0259
Instructing the production of iron brake drums for the first six Corniche cars.30th Jun 1939Box 97 \ 3  scan0260
Confirming a scheme for a wheel brace to be provided for production on 'Corniche' cars.1st Jul 1939Box 97 \ 3  scan0261
Instruction to create 6 sets of Cast Iron Brake Drums with steel shoes for the Bentley 'A' Series 'Corniche' chassis.30th Jun 1939Box 97 \ 3  scan0262
Performance benefits of running a Duplex Exhaust System on the 'Corniche'.30th Jun 1939Box 97 \ 3  scan0263
Dynamometer power curves for an engine run in direct gear.24th Jun 1939Box 97 \ 3  scan0264
Specification for a gearbox and related components for a Bentley III Chassis undergoing a French Test.22th Aug 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0001
Parts list detailing updates and replacements for motion shafts, servo drive, and reverse gear.22th Aug 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0002
List of parts and procedures for the reverse gear, change gear, and servo motor mechanisms.22th Aug 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0003
Urgent memo requesting the fitting of rear brake rods with spherical ends before the car is taken on the road.22th Aug 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0004
Requesting modification to the 8.B.V. Brakes to clear a foul between operating rods and shock damper arms.22th Aug 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0005
Cover sheet for a list of troubles met with in mounting a coachwork body.27th Aug 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0006
List of ten issues and required modifications for a Bentley 8.B.V. vehicle body.29th Aug 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0007
List of faults noted during a 130-mile week-end test run of vehicle 8.B.V.29th Aug 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0008
Faults with the gearbox, wireless radio, and interior lighting.29th Aug 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0009
List of modifications required on chassis 8.B.V. prior to going to France.29th Aug 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0010
Specification sheet detailing various vehicle components and their associated part numbers or instructions.29th Aug 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0011
List of modifications and parts for the exhaust, engine, electrical, and steering systems of a vehicle.29th Aug 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0012
Instruction to prepare a new water pump for an 8.B.V. car for France, superseding previous instructions.31th Aug 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0013
Instruction to fit new rear springs to a car to set the ride correctly.3rd Sep 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0014
Arrangements for a new B.B.V. radiator for a B.III test car.8th Sep 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0015
Specification for S.B.V. front shock dampers to be sent to France.12th Sep 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0016
Pinion bearing losing preload in a semi-floating rear axle, requesting specific measurements be taken.14th Sep 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0017
List of required items and modifications for a 15,000-mile test on a S.B.V. Bentley III vehicle.14th Sep 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0018
List of modifications and notes on vehicle components and specifications.12th Sep 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0019
Cover memo for a list of possible 'C' series modifications to the Wraith model.16th Sep 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0020
List of certain and probable 'C' Series improvements for the Wraith model.16th Sep 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0021
Numbered list of possible component modifications and parts.16th Sep 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0022
Modification of the front pan to accommodate improved geometry steering levers for vehicle 8.B.V.16th Sep 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0023
Request to alter a car's log book to reflect a new engine number.17th Sep 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0024
Request to manufacture 6 bushes from Tufnol Carp Brand material for a petrol pump on an 8.B.III.19th Sep 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0025
Request to fit a thermometer pocket in the main oil pipe for the B.III No.5 unit.19th Aug 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0026
Request to fit a thermometer union and pocket, and to produce and test water pump thrust rings made from Tufnol material.19th Sep 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0027
Request to detail an aluminium fan pulley and hub for a car undergoing a 15,000-mile test in France.19th Sep 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0028
List of features for a steering specification.20th Sep 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0029
Instruction to replace the clutch servo spring with a pull-off spring for Chassis 8.B.V. Unit 5.B.III.22th Sep 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0030
Standard Wraith parts to be fitted to a Bentley III - 8.B.V.23th Sep 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0031
Delay and production issues of a water pump for the 15,000 miles car 8.B.V.23th Sep 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0032
Test report detailing modifications carried out on a Bentley III 15,000 miles test car.27th Sep 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0033
List of modifications and defects noted on a vehicle's control systems.27th Sep 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0034
List of vehicle faults and issues identified for correction, page 3.27th Sep 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0035
Faults found during a 15,000-mile test of a Bentley III test car.28th Sep 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0036
List of parts identified as not being made from the correct specified materials.28th Sep 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0037
Notice specifying that bolts from the Acton Bolt Company are to be fitted with their heads painted yellow.29th Sep 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0038
Non-specification parts fitted to the 8.B.V. chassis.29th Sep 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0039
Proposal to modify the starting handle and centre lamp bracket to deal with flexibility.4th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0040
Impressions and criticisms from a test drive of a Bentley III 8.B.5.4th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0041
Request to replace soft dynamo rubbers with standard harder rubbers on an 8.B.V. chassis due to a failure.11th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0042
Instruction to fit stiffening plates to the rear brakes of cars 7.B.V. and 1.B.50.11th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0043
Providing an Order Number for the 15,000 miles test of a Bentley 8-B-V in France.11th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0044
Cooling tests carried out on the S.B.V. (B.III) car at Brooklands.13th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0045
Test report comparing the cooling performance of different fan configurations on various car models.13th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0046
Results of cooling tests carried out on an 8 B V (B III) car at Brooklands.14th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0047
Performance test results for a B.B.V. Bentley III at Brooklands and on a dynamometer.14th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0048
Cover memo forwarding a copy of another memo regarding B.III.17th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0049
15,000-mile test of an 8.B.V. car, including performance on German Autobahns and comparisons to other Bentley models.18th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0050
The development and testing of the B.III prototype Bentley, with preliminary performance figures.18th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0051
Internal memorandum discussing delays on new pivots, driver instructions for a B.III car, and future testing of steering components.18th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0052
Request to urgently air mail a replacement Bentley Radiator Matrix to a test car in France.19th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0053
Instructions for removing the matrix unit from a radiator.19th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0054
Telegram requesting a new radiator matrix following damage caused by a pheasant.19th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0055
Telegram requesting a new radiator matrix that was damaged by a pheasant.19th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0056
Typed report detailing communications and issues found with a Bentley III vehicle.19th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0057
Valve tappet clearances and a design suggestion for front suspension lubrication.18th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0058
Instructions for forwarding a new matrix unit and returning a damaged one by air mail.18th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0059
Secret memo detailing first impressions and a test drive of car model B.III, comparing it to other models.20th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0060
Road test report comparing the driving impressions of the Wraith and other experimental cars.20th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0061
Critical review of car performance, discussing steering, ride control, horns, and handling issues.20th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0062
Report concluding with recommendations to improve steering and ride control damping.20th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0063
Damage to a Bentley III caused by a pheasant strike, with several other noted issues and recommendations.20th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0064
Receipt of parts, a trip report, and future testing and modification plans for a Bentley III vehicle.21th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0065
To drivers about the 15,000 miles test for the Bentley III, warning them to drive cautiously to avoid accidents.21th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0066
Confirmation of a telegram from Derby regarding the dispatch of a new matrix unit.21th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0067
Faults found on a Bentley III, including radiator, silentblocs, and various oil leaks.23th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0068
Suspension and steering modifications for a Bentley III, including a broken road spring and caster angle adjustments.23th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0069
Responding to a report on a Bentley III car, addressing issues with a drain hole and front brake rod alignment.24th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0070
With a sketch discussing an oil leak on the rear brakes from a wheel bearing.25th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0071
Compulsory use of yellow bulbs in France for the Bentley III.25th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0072
Various faults with a Bentley III, including ignition tracking, component wear, and oil leaks.26th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0073
Synchromesh inefficiency due to heat and suggesting a gearbox oil change.26th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0074
And providing body height measurements for the B.III model.27th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0075
Request to include various temperature readings in daily reports for a car.27th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0076
Request to obtain four standard Dunlop tyres in France for a fly test on an 8.B.V vehicle.21th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0077
Requesting various temperature readings to be included in daily reports for a car.27th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0078
Failures on a B.E.V. - BENTLEY III shock damper and rear damper link, with a diagram.27th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0079
Vehicle faults including brake wear and multiple oil leaks, with a diagram illustrating a proposed solution for an axle leak.27th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0080
List of actions and observations regarding tyres, wheels, dampers, and a dry hub bearing.27th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0081
Responding to notes on various issues with a Bentley III vehicle.27th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0082
Confirmation of a telegram requesting a new brake drum for a rumbling OSR (Off-Side Rear) brake.28th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0083
Telegram received by telephone reporting a rumbled brake and requesting a new drum.28th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0084
Requesting replacement parts be sent by Air Mail for a car undergoing 15,000 miles trials in France.28th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0085
The despatch of a 10' Thermoid faced clutch and a Delco distributor cover to Chateauroux.28th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0086
Shock damper failures and modifications.28th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0087
Requesting the urgent dispatch of replacement car parts for a vehicle undergoing extended trials in France.28th Oct 1938Box 97 \ 4  scan0088


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