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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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Record concerning the front engine support brackets for the Wraith III and B.III models.3rd Nov 1938Box 99 \ 1  scan0136
Note concerning front engine support brackets for the Wraith III and Bentley III models.4th Nov 1938Box 99 \ 1  scan0137
Request for a new front engine mount for the B.III bump chassis.15th Nov 1938Box 99 \ 1  scan0138
Design for a front engine mounting with increased rubber depth for the Bentley lll.6th Dec 1938Box 99 \ 1  scan0139
Material and tool costs for the Bentley V. Engine Mounting, comparing it to American cars and suggesting a less complicated design.20th Dec 1938Box 99 \ 1  scan0140
Material cost breakdown for the Bentley V. Engine Mounting.23th Dec 1938Box 99 \ 1  scan0141
Blueprints and design changes for the B.V. chassis engine rear suspension.23th Dec 1938Box 99 \ 1  scan0142
Request to prepare one set of parts for an engine rear suspension for Wraith Gear in a B.V. chassis.17th Jan 1939Box 99 \ 1  scan0143
Specifying part number GCD.1249 for future Bentley V engine rear suspensions and torque rubbers.22th Mar 1939Box 99 \ 1  scan0144
Modifications to the rear engine suspension for the Bentley V chassis.6th Apr 1939Box 99 \ 1  scan0145
Bentley V damper settings for different markets.20th Apr 1939Box 99 \ 1  scan0146
Technical memo detailing design considerations and drawings for the Bentley 111 exhaust fittings.9th Oct 1937Box 99 \ 1  scan0147
Design of an intermediate pipe for the Wraith III chassis.9th Oct 1937Box 99 \ 1  scan0148
Expressing dissatisfaction with the proposed design of the Bentley III exhaust system's front expansion box.13th Oct 1937Box 99 \ 1  scan0149
Recommendation to experimentally modify the B.III exhaust system before finalizing the drawings.23th Oct 1937Box 99 \ 1  scan0150
Revised exhaust system for the Bentley 111 to suit a new chassis frame.5th Nov 1937Box 99 \ 1  scan0151
Designs for a revised exhaust system for the Bentley 111 to suit a new chassis frame.6th Nov 1937Box 99 \ 1  scan0152
Modification to the Bentley 111 exhaust system to suit a revised chassis frame.11th Nov 1937Box 99 \ 1  scan0153
Design of the Bentley 111 exhaust system's expansion box front stays.17th Nov 1937Box 99 \ 1  scan0154
E.CD.239 layout drawing for the Bentley 111 (Dropped Frame) exhaust system.18th Nov 1937Box 99 \ 1  scan0155
Proposed modifications to the exhaust system for the Bentley 111, referencing several engineering drawings.25th Feb 1938Box 99 \ 1  scan0156
Request to produce a Bentley III built-up exhaust manifold with two downtake outlets.25th Mar 1938Box 99 \ 1  scan0157
The failure of the B.III exhaust system and the proposed redesign incorporating Jaguar systems.4th May 1938Box 99 \ 1  scan0158
The development and benefits of duplex exhaust systems for various engines.9th May 1938Box 99 \ 1  scan0159
Report comparing the performance of various exhaust system arrangements for the Bentley III unit.9th May 1938Box 99 \ 1  scan0160
Recommendation from test results to incorporate a double exhaust system and new camshaft on the B.III model.9th May 1938Box 99 \ 1  scan0161
Blueprint of an experimental duplex outlet exhaust manifold for testing on a B III unit.9th May 1938Box 99 \ 1  scan0162
Performance graph showing power loss to various exhaust systems for a 4 1/4 Litre Bentley engine.1st May 1938Box 99 \ 1  scan0163
Scheme for the Bentley 111 exhaust system, based on work from a three-port manifold.11th May 1938Box 99 \ 1  scan0164
Requesting the fabrication of parts to test dual exhaust systems on a Bentley III test bed engine.18th May 1938Box 99 \ 1  scan0165
New design for an exhaust manifold with two outlets for a Bentley 111.2nd Jul 1938Box 99 \ 1  scan0166
Modification of the Bentley 111 exhaust tail pipe to accommodate Rolls-Royce type shock dampers.6th Jul 1938Box 99 \ 1  scan0167
Instructing modifications to the exhaust system for a Bentley Car 9.B.III.16th Aug 1938Box 99 \ 1  scan0168
Request to investigate increased sideways flexibility of the exhaust system to suit flexible engine mounting.16th Sep 1938Box 99 \ 1  scan0169
Order for flexible tubing from Compoflex Ltd. and inquiring about their attachment methods.15th Oct 1938Box 99 \ 1  scan0170
Modification to add stiffening ribs to the exhaust manifold for Bentley 111 and Wraith III engines.28th Nov 1938Box 99 \ 1  scan0171
Flexibly mounted front silencer support for the Bentley 111 exhaust system.3rd Dec 1933Box 99 \ 1  scan0172
Experimental support for the exhaust front silencer on the Bentley lll model.19th Dec 1938Box 99 \ 1  scan0173
Request to manufacture 16 EB.4514 brackets for two sets of rubber mountings for exhaust suspension.3rd Jan 1939Box 99 \ 1  scan0174
Advance blueprints for Bentley 111 exhaust fittings.11th Jan 1939Box 99 \ 1  scan0175
New exhaust tail pipe suspension for B.V. and B.50 chassis models.16th Jan 1939Box 99 \ 1  scan0176
Requesting an experimental exhaust system for the Bentley V Continental sports model.2nd Feb 1939Box 99 \ 1  scan0177
Designs for the Bentley V exhaust system.22th Feb 1939Box 99 \ 1  scan0178
Instruction to design and fit exhaust systems for future Bentley V and 50 cars.28th Feb 1939Box 99 \ 1  scan0179
The design and fitment of exhaust systems for Bentley V and 50 cars.1st Mar 1939Box 99 \ 1  scan0180
Proposal for a simplified, cost-reduced exhaust silencer support for the Bentley V.4th Mar 1939Box 99 \ 1  scan0181
Requesting the experimental fitting of a new exhaust system suspension on a Bentley V chassis.15th Mar 1939Box 99 \ 1  scan0182
Cost breakdown for the 'B' series production Wraith B.V. exhaust system.22th Mar 1939Box 99 \ 1  scan0183
Instructing the fitting of new bolts, distance pieces, and spherical washers to the exhaust system on Wraith & Bentley experimental cars.25th Apr 1939Box 99 \ 1  scan0184
Confirming the checks on the Bentley V exhaust system drawings, authorizing the start of production.26th Apr 1939Box 99 \ 1  scan0185
Requesting the fitting of twin exhaust systems to specific Bentley cars.7th Oct 1939Box 99 \ 1  scan0186
Weight comparison between the previous and new exhaust systems for the 11BV model, with a proposal for further weight reduction.9th May 1940Box 99 \ 1  scan0187
Resume of an interview with Messrs. Rubery Owen concerning the design of the Bentley III Frame and cross.16th Dec 1936Box 99 \ 2  scan0001
Manufacturing process for a vehicle's frame cross, including pressing and welding considerations.16th Dec 1936Box 99 \ 2  scan0002
Design and manufacturing specifications for the Bentley III frame side members and general chassis layout.6th Jan 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0003
Letter to Rubery-Owen & Co. regarding the design of a proposed experimental frame, referencing drawing LoC.5458.2nd Feb 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0004
Letter to Messrs. Rubery Owen concerning prints for an experimental chassis frame.4th Feb 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0005
Secret letter to Messrs. Rubery Owen requesting comments on prints for experimental chassis frames.4th Feb 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0006
Letter to Rubery-Owen & Co. regarding a modified experimental frame design, corresponding in principle to the Hillman Minx.2nd Feb 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0007
Modifications to the Bentley III frame and reverting to the Hillman Minx section.2nd Feb 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0008
Design, construction, and materials for the Bentley III Frame Cross.2nd Feb 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0009
Modifications to the Bentley III frame and the re-issue of drawing LeC.5456.2nd Feb 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0010
Plans, construction, and welding specifications for the Bentley III frame cross.2nd Feb 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0011
Letter to Park Ward & Co. confirming instructions and providing drawings for building a dummy chassis frame for a short wheelbase Bentley.16th Feb 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0012
Letter regarding information for manufacturing a bonnet, radiator, wings, and a four-door body, and requesting an update on a dummy chassis drawing.16th Feb 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0013
Feedback from Rubery Owen on the design of the Bentley III chassis frame.3rd Mar 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0014
Proposed frame for the Bentley III suitable for torsion bar suspension, and a modification to the Wraith III frame.16th Apr 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0015
Letter to Mr. Manning of Briggs Motor Bodies Ltd. to arrange a meeting.7th Jun 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0016
Letter from Briggs Motor Bodies Limited to W. A. Robotham confirming arrangements for a meeting.8th Jun 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0017
Proposing a visit to Briggs Motor Bodies Ltd.9th Jun 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0018
Programme and timeline for the Wraith model, including testing and preparation for the 1938 Motor Show.9th Jun 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0019
Letter to N.H. Manning of Briggs Motor Bodies Limited, confirming attendance at Dagenham.9th Jun 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0020
Requesting the arrangement of a driver and car for a visit to Dagenham.9th Jun 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0021
The frame side members for the Bentley III, including specifications and potential interchangeability with the Pheonix model.24th Jun 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0022
The modification of the Bentley III frame side members.3rd Jul 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0023
Construction of the frame cross for the Bentley III, including riveting and welding methods.31th Jul 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0024
Construction of the Bentley III frame's second crossmember and the proposed addition of arc welds.7th Jul 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0025
Letter arranging a meeting with N.H. Manning of Briggs Motor Bodies Ltd. to discuss frame drawings.9th Jul 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0026
Letter to The Projectile & Engineering Co. Ltd. arranging a meeting to discuss further frame drawings.9th Jul 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0027
Letter from The Projectile & Engineering Company to the Experimental Department enclosing a drawing with suggestions.14th Jul 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0028
Secret memo regarding potential modifications to the Bentley III frame.14th Jul 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0029
Letter to Briggs Bodies Ltd. regarding detail drawings for producing frame and tool cost figures.10th Jul 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0030
Letter to The Projectile & Engineering Company enclosing frame drawings for an estimate.26th Jul 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0031
Letter from The Projectile & Engineering Company regarding a list of received drawings and a request for frame cost.26th Jul 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0032
Page 2 of a letter from The Projectile & Engineering Co Ltd requesting a print of a complete frame assembly.26th Jul 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0033
Letter from The Projectile & Engineering Co. Ltd acknowledging receipt of drawings to prepare an estimate for 1,000 frames.27th Jul 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0034
Stop-work notice for specific Bentley III chassis frame gusset parts due to a foul condition with the oil pump.29th Jul 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0035
Letter chasing a quotation for a frame from Briggs Motor Bodies, Ltd.2nd Aug 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0036
Letter to The Projectile & Engineering Co. Ltd. requesting cost figures for a frame.2nd Aug 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0037
Forwarding blueprints for replacement frame gussets on a Bentley III Chassis.14th Aug 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0038
Letter to Projectile & Engineering Co. Ltd. querying a high quotation for 1000 frames and requesting a completion date for torque arms.18th Aug 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0039
Letter to Briggs Motor Bodies Ltd. discussing a quotation for frames, including design drawings, tooling costs, and material specifications.18th Aug 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0040
The concluding page of a letter arranging a visit to discuss various points.19th Aug 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0041
Letter from a contractor regarding the high price of chassis frames and the dispatch of torque arms.19th Aug 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0042
Proposed modifications and economies for the Bentley 111 frame.9th Sep 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0043
Modifying the steering tube hole and replacing rivets with welding for improved frame stiffness.1st Sep 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0044
Record of the design reasons for the construction of the Bentley 111 front end frame, comparing it to a Packard suspension.2nd Sep 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0045
Frame design improvements, referencing Buick and Packard frames.3rd Sep 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0046
Letter to Briggs Motor Bodies Ltd. to arrange a meeting to discuss a quotation for 1000 frames.3rd Sep 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0047
Letter to Briggs Motor Bodies Limited confirming a conversation about the supply of chassis steel and requesting quotations.7th Sep 1937Box 99 \ 2  scan0048


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