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Production of a forged radius arm for the Bentley III front suspension, including a suggestion to reduce weight.16th Jul 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0025
Letter concerning the preparation of Torque Arms, Steel Inserts and an estimate for frames and tools.19th Jul 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0026
Letter from The Projectile & Engineering Co. Ltd regarding modifications to riveting at the crown of an arch.19th Jul 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0027
Notice regarding a new scheme for the front anchorage of the rear spring on the Bentley lll.14th Aug 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0028
Requesting the design of a telescopic damper for the B.III front suspension and a high power engine's combustion chamber head.24th Aug 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0029
Letter from The Projectile & Engineering Company regarding the dispatch of 4 experimental torque arms.28th Aug 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0030
Letter to a supplier requesting an urgent order for two pairs of Bentley springs with specific requirements.31th Aug 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0031
Request for testing on Bentley III front suspension parts, including rubber bushes and torque arms.1st Sep 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0032
Letter from Thos Firth & John Brown Ltd. regarding the ordering of steel for Experimental 5-Plate Bentley Springs.3rd Sep 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0033
Letter from Thos Firth & John Brown Ltd concerning a blueprint for experimental Bentley rear springs.4th Sep 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0034
Letter regarding a mislaid original drawing for Experimental 5 Plate Springs, Bentley Type.6th Sep 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0035
Letter to Messrs. Thos. Firth & John Brown Ltd. regarding drawing No.217 for springs.8th Sep 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0036
Request to issue a covering order to Firths for two pairs of Bentley III rear road springs.9th Sep 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0037
Letter returning a blueprint of Drawing No. 217 after a copy was taken.10th Sep 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0038
Request to produce and despatch 6 more Torque arm inserts for a Bentley III front suspension.15th Sep 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0039
Letter to The Projectile & Engineering Co. Ltd. regarding the supply and testing of torque arms and inserts.15th Sep 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0040
Request to send a covering order for six torque arms to The Projectile & Engineering Co. Ltd.15th Sep 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0041
Letter confirming the manufacture of six Torque Arms FB.2924 and noting that six inserts FB.2925 will be sent.17th Sep 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0042
Letter from Toledo Woodhead Springs Ltd. regarding production timelines for leaf and valve springs.29th Sep 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0043
Letter to Toledo Woodhead Springs Ltd. regarding the dispatch of a road spring part and future testing.5th Oct 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0044
Mistake in the detailing of the Bentley III Front Suspension Yoke piece FB.2943.6th Oct 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0045
Modification scheme for the Bentley 111 rear springs threaded shackle.9th Oct 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0046
Comparison of actual versus drawing specifications for Bentley III front suspension springs.9th Oct 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0047
Measurements of spring load and deflection for a Bentley III.30th Sep 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0048
Letter from English Steel Corporation regarding the dispatch of two sample springs and awaiting feedback on their suitability.30th Sep 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0049
Particulars of springs for the Bentley 111 front suspension.27th Oct 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0050
Specification sheet comparing two spring types for a Bentley 111 based on static deflection and normal loads.27th Oct 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0051
Requesting a covering order for parts received from Oscroft & Co and Pickford & Co.3rd Nov 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0052
Letter to The Projectile & Engineering Co. Ltd. complaining about an invoice for torque arms and requesting new quotations for larger quantities.11th Nov 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0053
Requesting a covering order for 6 rebound buffers received from E.H. Pickford & Co. Ltd.12th Nov 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0054
Letter from The Projectile & Engineering Company regarding the cost of six Torque Arms and a query about tool costs.13th Nov 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0055
Blueprints for a simplified Yoke Piece and Bearing for the Bentley 111 front suspension.16th Nov 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0056
Use of mild steel versus other materials for the Bentley 111 front suspension.18th Nov 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0057
Letter to The Projectile & Engineering Co. Ltd. clarifying a quotation for torque arms and associated tool costs.19th Nov 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0058
Modifications to the top water pipe for the Bentley 111 model.20th Nov 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0059
Test report on Bentley III torque arms.26th Nov 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0060
Blueprint of a test rig and failure analysis for a Bentley III torque arm.19th Nov 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0061
Letter from a supplier regarding a quotation for Torque Arms and the cost of temporary tooling for experimental samples.29th Nov 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0062
Request to produce 4 cast aluminium torque arms for a Bentley III front suspension.29th Nov 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0063
Quotation for the supply of Torque Arms from The Projectile & Engineering Company.29th Nov 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0064
Scheme for the Bentley 111 front suspension, concerning upper triangle levers and shock damper mounting.30th Nov 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0065
Scheme for a modified rear bearing for the lower triangle of the Bentley 111 front suspension.1st Dec 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0066
Confirming the use of nickel chrome steel for the Bentley III Front Suspension Main Levers and Yokes.2nd Dec 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0067
Modifications to the Bentley 111 front suspension to reduce costs.3rd Dec 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0068
Scheme detailing a modification to the Bentley 111 front suspension upper triangle levers.7th Dec 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0069
Material change for Bentley 111 front suspension levers to 3 1/2% nickel steel.8th Dec 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0070
Proposed serrations for shock damper levers on the Bentley 111 front suspension.11th Dec 1937Box 100 \ 1  scan0071
Order for 4 pairs of B.III rear springs from two different suppliers.4th Jan 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0072
Letter to Silentbloc Ltd. discussing rig test results and design issues with experimental bushes.6th Jan 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0073
Letter from Silentbloc Limited regarding the arrangement of a meeting.7th Jan 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0074
Letter to Silentbloc Ltd. arranging a meeting to discuss rubber bushes.8th Jan 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0075
Confirming a 'Safety First' measure for a Top Yoke Piece Bearing on a chassis.10th Jan 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0076
Letter to Jonas Woodhead & Sons Ltd. regarding Bentley and Humber springs, requesting technical specifications.11th Jan 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0077
The failure analysis of rubber bearings in a bumper chassis front suspension.11th Jan 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0078
List showing the running time of various upper and lower bearings.2nd Feb 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0079
Request to plot deflection curves for four Bentley III front suspension bearings against end thrust.2nd Feb 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0080
Accounts reminder letter for overdue payments for October and December.11th Feb 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0081
Letter to Silentbloc Ltd. discussing quotations, pricing, and comparative tests of body mountings and bushes.14th Feb 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0082
Page 2 of a letter requesting six items be sent.15th Feb 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0083
Letter to The Projectile Engineering Co. Ltd. regarding a quotation and costs for torque arm samples.15th Feb 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0084
Letter regarding welding failures, the cost of a sample frame, and producing experimental torque arm samples.15th Feb 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0085
Letter from Silentbloc Limited regarding the dispatch of Silentbloc Bearings for testing.15th Feb 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0086
Letter discussing the cost of producing handmade and lighter gauge samples of Torque Arms.18th Feb 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0087
Letter from The Projectile & Engineering Co Ltd regarding the costs of experimental work and non-adoption of a design.18th Feb 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0088
Request to send a covering order to Silentbloc Ltd. for 24 received bushes.18th Feb 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0089
Order for rubber seatings from The British Tyre & Rubber Co.23th Feb 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0090
Findings of an investigation into the steering and independent front wheel suspension of the Bentley III.28th Feb 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0091
Technical memorandum detailing spring stresses, ratings, and deflection specifications for various frames.25th Feb 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0092
Meeting notes on rear spring deflection, Packard-type suspension investigation, and turning circle calculations.25th Feb 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0093
Technical memorandum discussing potential modifications to steering, brakes, ground clearance, and wheel movement.25th Feb 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0094
Modifications to a car's suspension system to increase movement.25th Feb 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0095
Investigation results for the front suspension of the Bentley 111 model.8th Mar 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0096
Confirming the testing of a metallic spherical top wishbone bearing for the B.III front suspension.9th Mar 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0097
Parts tag for an Upper Bushing Assembly with submission details.18th Feb 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0098
Shipping tag from Inland Manufacturing Company addressed to Mr. W. A. Robotham in Derby, England.18th Feb 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0099
Parts tag for an Inner Pin Assembly with part numbers and submission details.18th Feb 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0100
Shipping tag from Inland Manufacturing Company in Dayton, Ohio, to Rolls-Royce in Derby.15th Mar 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0101
Request for a detailed drawing to modify dies for front suspension yoke pieces.15th Mar 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0102
Request to change the rear road springs on a chassis, preferably overnight.15th Mar 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0103
Despatch instruction for sending a pair of road springs to the makers for alteration.15th Mar 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0104
Letter regarding the return of Bentley springs and a request for a drawing of softer replacements.15th Mar 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0105
List of experimental items required for the front suspension.16th Mar 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0106
Alterations to the front suspension of a Bentley 111 to achieve zero caster angle.16th Mar 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0107
Letter from a supplier regarding the modification of springs and a new blueprint for softer springs.17th Mar 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0108
Letter to Thos. Firth & John Brown Ltd. confirming receipt of 1000 lbs. springs and ordering another pair to print No.250.21th Mar 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0109
Request to send a covering order to Firths for the modification and supply of Bentley rear springs.21th Mar 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0110
Confirming the submission of two failed Bentley III front coil springs for examination.22th Mar 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0111
Letter to a supplier requesting an estimate for frame production and providing an update on prototype testing.23th Mar 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0112
Outlining three questions requiring answers regarding the B.III suspension system.26th Mar 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0113
Blueprints for Bentley 111 front shock damper pistons and associated gudgeon pins.28th Mar 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0114
Unpaid invoice from The Projectile and Engineering Co. Ltd. for Torque Arms and Tubes.29th Mar 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0115
Letter to a supplier regarding a payment dispute over the cost of torque arms.30th Mar 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0116
Instruction to modify road springs by fitting 5/16' packings and a pair of lower rating rear springs for vehicle 7.B.V.30th Mar 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0117
Instructions for fitting packings under the front springs and supplying lower rating rear springs.30th Mar 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0118
Packard type front suspension on B.III & B.50 models, including torque calculations.1st Apr 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0119
Request for two blueprints each for various Bentley lll front suspension components.8th Apr 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0120
Instructions to fit a pair of standard dampers and change the rear springs for car 7.B.V.8th Apr 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0121
Testing a Cadillac-style threaded pin to replace the silent-bloc bush for the rear spring front anchorage.8th Apr 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0122
Parts list for the Bentley 111 Front Suspension, Sections 7160 and 7042, accompanying two blueprints.8th Apr 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0123
Payment of two invoices from Projectile & Engineering Co.Ltd.12th Apr 1938Box 100 \ 1  scan0124


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