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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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List of Parts (L.O.P) alteration for the Bentley 5 gearbox tie rod.2nd Jun 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0214
Modifications to the gearbox synchromesh and selector mechanism for trial.8th Jun 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0215
The modifications required for B.V. Gearboxes.8th Jun 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0216
List of points to note during the assembly and testing of a B.V. gearbox.10th Jun 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0217
The procurement of steel caged roller bearings for B.V. gearboxes.12th Jun 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0218
Confirming modifications and re-fitting instructions for B.V. gearboxes.17th Jun 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0219
Instructions for modifying motion shaft components for the first 12 sets of the Bentley V. Chassis.21th Jun 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0220
Interim report on experiments to resolve rattles in the latest type of gearboxes.23th Jun 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0221
Issues with rattles on car 9.B.V. and recommended modifications to the synchromesh cones.23th Jun 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0222
List of parts for the Bentley V. Gearbox, detailing differences between early and later chassis.24th Jun 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0223
List of part numbers for various servo and selector components for different chassis batches.24th Jun 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0224
Cam angles for the B.V. Gearbox, referencing drawings PD.452 and PD.443.26th Jun 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0225
Instructions issued for lightened synchromesh cones for the Bentley V. Gear Box.28th Jun 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0226
Drawing for a 2nd speed gear, noting corrections and potential housing improvements.29th Jun 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0227
Trial and replacement of an anti-rattle device for the B.V. gearbox synchromesh cones.29th Jun 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0228
Urgent request for a 1st speed wheel to continue B.V. gearbox testing.17th Jul 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0229
Confirming the decision to proceed with production of the Bentley V gearbox without the anti-rattle device.24th Jul 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0230
The specifications for B.V. Gearbox No. 12.26th Jul 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0231
Allocation of Bentley V Gear Box No.12 and the unavailability of No.13 due to lack of parts.27th Jul 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0232
Modifications to the Bentley B Gear Box LOPs with corresponding alteration numbers.1st Aug 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0233
Revised 3rd and 4th gear synchromesh design for a B.V. type gearbox.24th Nov 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0234
Use of SZ/NCR material for carbonized parts, referencing Bentley and B.V. gearbox components.11th Dec 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0235
Parts for a revised 3rd & 4th Synchromesh experimental gearbox.18th Dec 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0236
Comparing the weight and size of a Studebaker body against the B.V. body.8th Jan 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0237
Weight comparison of components between an S.B.V. and a Studebaker model.28th Dec 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0238
Request to alter the bore diameter of an Operating Fork for a Bentley V gearbox.8th Feb 1940Box 99 \ 4  scan0239
Solutions for a rattle in the transmission of a car, involving potential gearbox replacement and modifications.15th Sep 1940Box 99 \ 4  scan0240
List of new and replaced parts for anti-rattle components on 2nd, 3rd, and 4th speed cones.15th Sep 1940Box 99 \ 4  scan0241
Blueprints for proposed tri-metal bushes for a layshaft, produced for Messrs. Vandervell Ltd.3rd Oct 1940Box 99 \ 4  scan0242
Gearbox rattle issues in Bentley V cars and proposed solutions.24th Nov 1940Box 99 \ 4  scan0243
Link between drive shaft flexibility, transmission noise, and clutch engagement on the Phantom III model.24th Nov 1940Box 99 \ 4  scan0244
Weight analysis comparing the B.III and B.V. overdrive gearboxes.30th Dec 1940Box 99 \ 4  scan0245
List of gearbox spare parts in stock with part numbers and quantities.22th Nov 1940Box 99 \ 4  scan0246
Parts list with columns for part number, description, and quantity ('No. Off').22th Nov 1940Box 99 \ 4  scan0247
List of unfinished gearbox spare parts in stock at Slack Lane.22th Nov 1940Box 99 \ 4  scan0248
Gearbox failures in B:V cars and a strategy for managing spare parts and vehicle allocation.27th Jan 1941Box 99 \ 4  scan0249
Acknowledgement of receipt for a change speed mechanism, gate, lever and stop lamp switch.11th Mar 1941Box 99 \ 4  scan0250
Photograph showing a failed first-speed driving gear from a gearbox.19th Mar 1941Box 99 \ 4  scan0251
Photograph of a gearbox reverse pinion with associated chassis, gearbox, and mileage details.19th Mar 1941Box 99 \ 4  scan0252
Photograph of a 2nd speed driven gear from a gearbox, with associated mileage.19th Mar 1941Box 99 \ 4  scan0253
Photograph of a gearbox 2nd motion shaft with its identification label.19th Mar 1941Box 99 \ 4  scan0254
Photograph and details of a 1st speed driven gear from a gearbox.19th Mar 1941Box 99 \ 4  scan0255
Photograph showing a 1st speed driven gear with its associated chassis, gearbox, and mileage information.19th Mar 1941Box 99 \ 4  scan0256
Photograph and failure report for a 3rd and 4th sliding piece from a specific chassis.19th Mar 1941Box 99 \ 4  scan0257
Record card for a 1st speed driven gear, noting details of corrected gears and mileage.19th Mar 1941Box 99 \ 4  scan0258
Photograph and details of a failed 2nd motion shaft from a gearbox.19th Mar 1941Box 99 \ 4  scan0259
Gearbox failure involving the 1st speed driven gear and 2nd speed driving dogs, with a photo of the corrected gear.19th Mar 1941Box 99 \ 4  scan0260
Photograph and details of a 1st speed driving gear with a suspected crack and signs of picking up.19th Mar 1941Box 99 \ 4  scan0261
Photographs of failed parts from six different B.V. gearboxes.10th Apr 1941Box 99 \ 4  scan0262
Cover memo for photographs of parts that have failed on six different B.V. gearboxes.19th Apr 1941Box 99 \ 4  scan0263
Covering memo regarding the Bentley V Conversion gearbox, forwarding other related memos.31th Mar 1941Box 99 \ 4  scan0264
Letter to Vandervell Products Ltd. regarding a trial of gearbox layshaft bushes and enclosing prints.25th Aug 1941Box 99 \ 4  scan0265
Recording the fitting of gearbox S.R.1 to Bentley Chassis 8.B.V., replacing gearbox S.R.2.19th Jan 1943Box 99 \ 4  scan0266
Confirming assembly instructions for B.V. Gear Box No. 11.26th Jun 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0267
Modifications for Gearbox No. 11, to be fitted to 12.B.V. for a French test.30th Jun 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0268
Production of layshaft clusters for the B.V. Gearbox.7th Jul 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0269
Scheme for temporarily applying Timken bearings to an existing Layshaft in a B.V. gear box.29th Jun 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0270
Gearbox rattles in Bentley V cars, comparing production models with experimental cars and proposing axle or gearbox design changes.24th Nov 1940Box 99 \ 4  scan0271
Relationship between drive shaft flexibility, transmission noise, and clutch engagement on the Phantom III model.24th Nov 1940Box 99 \ 4  scan0272
Secret memo discussing the demonstration, testing, and durability of the B.V. gearbox.7th Jun 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0273
Dynamometer testing results for the B.V. and Wraith gearboxes.8th Jun 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0274
Dynamometer and road test results for a Wraith vehicle, including failures and mileage.8th Jun 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0275
Comparison of testing mileage between the B.V. and Wraith models ahead of the Motor Show.8th Jun 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0276
Experiment on the Wraith gearbox overdrive and the potential elimination of the centre bearing.2nd Mar 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0277
Drawings and required information for gearbox modifications.13th Aug 1938Box 99 \ 4  scan0278
Technical memo detailing observations on a universal gearbox fitted to a 7.B.V. model.24th Mar 1938Box 99 \ 4  scan0279
Application of overdrive gearboxes to P.III, Bentley, and Wraith models.28th May 1937Box 99 \ 4  scan0280
From Sg. to Rm. regarding the application of overdrive to the B.III and Continental Phantom models.26th May 1937Box 99 \ 4  scan0281
Technical analysis comparing the Bentley III gearbox and overdrive with its potential application on the Phantom.6th May 1937Box 99 \ 4  scan0282
Importance of testing a car with the correct ratios under specific conditions.10th Mar 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0283
Production viability of the B.50 gearbox for the 'M' series Bentley, outlining untested features.10th Mar 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0284
Technical memorandum discussing the testing, durability, and improvements for overdrive boxes, gears, and servo systems.10th Mar 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0285
The testing and development of the B.V. Gearbox, focusing on overcoming noise and gear issues.23th May 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0286
Test report on the Bentley 5 Gear Box with overdrive.17th Jun 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0287
Required gearbox modifications for specific B.V. series cars.21th Jun 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0288
List of modifications for the B.V. Gearboxes for the Corniche cars.23th Jun 1939Box 99 \ 4  scan0289
Design change for the Bentley III independent front suspension.31th Dec 1936Box 100 \ 1  scan0001
Scheme for the bump and rebound buffers and jack pad for the Bentley III independent front suspension.11th Jan 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0002
The spring suspension mechanism drawings for the Bentley III chassis front wheels.18th Jan 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0003
The design and fitting of the rear spring aft shackle for the Bentley III.6th Feb 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0004
Torsion bar design for the Bentley III suspension, comparing it to the Vauxhall 25-HP model.11th Feb 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0005
The preliminary layout for fitting a Wraith III open coil spring front suspension to a Bentley III, noting the project has been abandoned.31th Mar 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0006
The modifications required to apply the Wraith III front suspension to the Bentley III.16th Apr 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0007
Filing schemes for applying Wraith III front suspension to the Bentley III, an idea which had been dropped.22th May 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0008
Experiments on the rear suspension for the Phoenix and Bentley III models.24th May 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0009
Requesting detailed requirements for rubber bearings for the Packard suspension on a Bentley III.11th Jun 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0010
Secret memo discussing Packard-type front suspension camber and caster adjustments for Bentley III and Phoenix models.23th Jun 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0011
Instructions to ascertain the type of packing piece used in a lower triangle yoke and review a proposed manufacturing scheme.24th Jun 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0012
Lower triangle levers for the Bentley III front suspension, referencing Packard construction.24th Jun 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0013
Design of the yoke piece and bearings for the Bentley III front suspension.26th Jun 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0014
Laboratory analysis report on the chemical composition of Packard front suspension parts.30th Jun 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0015
The design and fabrication of the Bentley III front suspension frame crossmember.5th Jul 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0016
Design of front suspension upper triangle levers and shock damper mounting for the Bentley III.5th Jul 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0017
The design of the Bentley III front suspension lower triangle, rear bearing, and frame gusset.9th Jul 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0018
Use of mild steel for front suspension lever forgings on the B.III model.9th Jul 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0019
Cost comparison of different steel types for forging Bentley III components.9th Jul 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0020
Quotation for 1,500 Torque Arms and the associated part cost of tools.12th Jul 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0021
The design of rear springs and anchorages for the Bentley III model, referencing drawings LeC:-5782 and LeC:-5783.14th Jul 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0022
Confirming a verbal order for 6 Bentley III front suspension torque arms and the despatch of steel inserts.15th Jul 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0023
Letter to The Projectile & Engineering Co. Ltd. regarding the production of sample torque arms and a cost estimate for frames.16th Jul 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0024


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