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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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Drawing (PD.355) showing the front wheel movements for models B.5 and B.38 at maximum bump and full lock.23th Jan 1939Box 100 \ 2  scan0154
Standard wheel specifications for 'B.V.' model cars, regarding wire wheels versus optional discs.24th May 1939Box 100 \ 2  scan0155
Effects of fitting larger tyres on Bentley chassis prior to the 'M' series.1st Jun 1939Box 100 \ 2  scan0156
Request for a sample wheel and tyre for the Bentley V in order to arrange production of covers.23th Jun 1939Box 100 \ 2  scan0157
Arranging to send a wheel complete with tyre and a spare wheel cover for inspection.26th Jun 1939Box 100 \ 2  scan0158
Requesting the modification of Bentley wheels and the creation of a special wheel spanner.23th Jan 1940Box 100 \ 2  scan0159
Investigation into clearance issues between the tyre, rim, and steering ball joint for the Bentley V model.31th Jul 1941Box 100 \ 2  scan0160
Exhaust valve sinkage on the 25/30 HP engine, proposing a modification to the cylinder head cooling path.6th Apr 1939Box 100 \ 2  scan0161
Potential reclamation of a cylinder head for a 25/30 HP transport car.6th Apr 1939Box 100 \ 2  scan0162
Modifications and replacements for silencer suspension and exhaust fittings on the 25/30-HP Chassis.7th Feb 1939Box 100 \ 2  scan0163
Continuation of a modification instruction to address noise in the silencer suspension, listing required parts.7th Feb 1939Box 100 \ 2  scan0164
Rescinding previous instructions regarding piston seizures during the decarbonising of a 25/30 HP engine.1st Nov 1938Box 100 \ 2  scan0165
25/30 HP engine piston seizure and issues with sticking ball drain valves due to carbon build-up.11th Jul 1938Box 100 \ 2  scan0166
Typed memo concerning 25/30 HP Piston Seizures and a requested chamfer angle.7th Jul 1938Box 100 \ 2  scan0167
Investigation into engine piston seizures on the 25/30 HP model.5th Jul 1938Box 100 \ 2  scan0168
Providing instructions for the running-in of pistons using Castor Oil.4th Jul 1938Box 100 \ 2  scan0169
Proposing a stamped letter on the cylinder block to indicate that the pistons have been chamfered.4th Jul 1938Box 100 \ 2  scan0170
Procedure for decarboning the 25/30 HP engine to prevent piston seizure, following issues on three specific chassis.29th Jun 1938Box 100 \ 2  scan0171
The service history and subsequent piston seizures on three 25/30 HP chassis vehicles.17th Jun 1938Box 100 \ 2  scan0172
The calculation and experimental production of valve springs for the Bentley 111 engine.22th Nov 1937Box 100 \ 3  scan0001
Modification to the drawing for Wraith and Bentley III bottom tappets to prevent push rod jamming.7th Feb 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0002
Recommendation to simplify valve timing markings on the B.III flywheel to avoid confusion.19th Mar 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0003
Outlining the specifications for modified and alternative camshaft forms for the Bentley 111 engine.24th May 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0004
Issues with push rods and tappets, proposing design changes for Wraith III & Bentley III engines.13th Jul 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0005
Proposed alterations to engine components and considering manufacturing costs.13th Jul 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0006
Note regarding tappets and push rods for the Wraith III and Bentley III models.13th Jul 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0007
Note regarding barrel-type tappets for the B.III and Phantom III models.9th Aug 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0008
Issuance of new drawings for Bentley III Chassis valves and fittings.15th Oct 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0009
Proposals for an oil seal on the valve spring top washer for the Wraith III and Bentley 111 models.10th Nov 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0010
Modification to the oil seal for the valve spring top washer on the Wraith III model.10th Nov 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0011
Cracked No.2 exhaust valve on a Bentley III No.1 unit and the replacement of other cracked valves.11th Oct 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0012
Photograph of a Bentley III No.1 Unit exhaust valve after a test run.13th Dec 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0013
Modified push rod with a deeper top cup for the Bentley 111 and Wraith III.13th Dec 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0014
Requesting a report on three broken valve springs that failed a 15,000-mile test.2nd Jan 1939Box 100 \ 3  scan0015
Instructions concerning a modified Push Rod and Adjusting Screw for the Bentley V and Wraith III chassis.2nd Jan 1939Box 100 \ 3  scan0016
Standardization and manufacturing specifications for push rods for the Wraith III & Bentley V models.12th Jan 1939Box 100 \ 3  scan0017
Internal request to scheme some sodium-filled exhaust valves for trial on the Bentley V or Wraith.16th Jan 1939Box 100 \ 3  scan0018
Issuance of new drawings for valves and fittings for the Bentley V Chassis.1st Feb 1939Box 100 \ 3  scan0019
List of outstanding jobs in order of urgency.27th Mar 1939Box 100 \ 3  scan0020
Modified exhaust valve to address breakage issues on the Bentley V and Wraith models.17th Apr 1939Box 100 \ 3  scan0021
New drawing for a modified exhaust valve for the Bentley V. Chassis.20th Apr 1939Box 100 \ 3  scan0022
Tests carried out on valve sealing washers for B.V. & Wraith III models.13th May 1939Box 100 \ 3  scan0023
Requesting four sets of aluminium valve sealing washers, replacing a previous Neuprene design.31th May 1939Box 100 \ 3  scan0024
And fitting of valve sealing washers.6th Jun 1939Box 100 \ 3  scan0025
The bore size of Bush-Rockers for the Bentley S. 'A' Series, requesting a drawing alteration.18th Jul 1939Box 100 \ 3  scan0026
Blueprint detailing a modified inlet cam-form for a Bentley III engine, with lift measurement tables.24th May 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0027
Blueprint of a modified exhaust cam-form for the Bentley III, with lift data tables.24th May 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0028
Weight comparison estimate between the Bentley III and the K Series Bentley, detailing heavier, lighter, and unaltered components.24th Aug 1937Box 100 \ 3  scan0029
Estimate of weight differences between the Bentley III and the present K Series Bentley.24th Aug 1937Box 100 \ 3  scan0030
On the weight of Messrs. Park Ward's coachwork for the first Bentley lll body.28th Jan 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0031
Weight report for Chassis No. 1.B.5, calculating the nett weight of the body and wings.27th Jan 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0032
Breakdown of the coachwork weights for a vehicle, including individual parts and totals.1st Feb 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0033
Complete weight analysis of car model 7.B.5, including component breakdowns and totals.3rd Mar 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0034
Preliminary weight analysis showing a 50 lbs saving on the front suspension of the B.III model compared to the Wraith.9th Mar 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0035
Weight comparison of front end suspension components for the Bentley III and Wraith models.17th Mar 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0036
Comparing seating dimensions and weight of a Bentley III body with a 3 1/2 Jaguar.17th Mar 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0037
Weight analysis and comparison of the B.III car against competitors and other models.19th Mar 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0038
Balance between cost, weight saving, and market profitability for Bentley chassis features.19th Mar 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0039
Complete weight analysis of model 7.B.5, including a breakdown of component weights and a noted discrepancy.3rd Mar 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0040
Dimensional comparison drawing between a Lincoln Zephyr (black) and a Bentley III (red).8th Feb 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0041
Dimensional schematic of a Morris Twenty Five Series III with handwritten comparative notes for a Bentley III.22th Feb 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0042
Short memo confirming an investigation into quoted bodywork weights.2nd Jun 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0043
Letter from coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. Ltd regarding the weight of a body for Chassis No.2.B.5.27th Jun 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0044
Weight breakdown list of various car body components in imperial units.27th Jun 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0045
List of weights for vehicle trimming components in imperial units.27th Jun 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0046
Weight summary for various car body components using imperial units.1st Jul 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0047
Letter to Park Ward & Co., Ltd. regarding a weight analysis discrepancy for a 2.B.5 body.1st Jul 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0048
Weight analysis of a 2-B-5 body-saloon, number B.283.29th Jun 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0049
Noting a 54 lbs weight discrepancy for the B.III body compared to Park Ward's estimate.2nd Jul 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0050
Letter from coachbuilder Park Ward regarding the weight analysis of the coachwork for chassis 2.B.5.4th Jul 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0051
List of weights for different chassis, body, and optional extra configurations.26th Jul 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0052
Request for a weight analysis for the B.III model, and for figures for the B.50 and Silver Wraith frames.29th Aug 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0053
Summary of coachwork weights for all-steel cars, discussing weight savings from material choice and component elimination.30th Aug 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0054
Complete weight analysis of vehicle S.B.5.30th Aug 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0055
Weight comparison analysis for the Bentley III, detailing the weight differences between models 7.B.5 and 8.B.5.30th Aug 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0056
Weight comparison table for various car bodies and their components.30th Aug 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0057
Perturbation over the increased weight of a car body.5th Sep 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0058
Weight increase of body 8-B.V compared to 7-B.V, with a breakdown from coachbuilder Park Ward.26th Sep 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0059
Letter excerpt regarding the procedure for weighing car bodies supplied by Park Ward.28th Sep 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0060
Comparing the body weight of a new Vauxhall 12 HP with a Bentley.28th Sep 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0061
Steady increase in Bentley body weights from 1935 to 1938.28th Sep 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0062
Graph showing production Bentley car weights from 1934 to 1938.22th Sep 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0063
Comparison of Phantom III and Bentley III engine component weights for marine applications.18th Oct 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0064
Weight specification for a complete Bentley III power plant.28th Oct 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0065
Comparing the car body shell weights of S.S., Park Ward, and Jaguar models.28th Oct 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0066
Weight analysis of the B.V. prototype, comparing it to the 'M' series Bentley.14th Nov 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0067
Lightening the chassis of a Continental Bentley and comparing its weight to the original 3 1/2-litre model.14th Nov 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0068
Comparison of the weights between the B.V. chassis and the 'H' series Bentley chassis.14th Nov 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0069
Weight comparison sheet detailing increases and excesses for various chassis components.14th Nov 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0070
Comparison of chassis weights for the 25/30 and Wraith models, noting the weight of the standard front bumper.14th Nov 1938Box 100 \ 3  scan0071
Weight analysis memorandum comparing Standard, Continental, and Experimental Bentley V front shock dampers.14th Jun 1939Box 100 \ 3  scan0072
Weight analysis of a 12.B.V. body and chassis.22th Jun 1939Box 100 \ 3  scan0073
Secret memo regarding the weight analysis of the 'Corniche' chassis and a change from aluminium to cast iron drums.30th Jun 1939Box 100 \ 3  scan0074
Comparison of component weights between the Standard B.V. and Continental car models.3rd Jul 1939Box 100 \ 3  scan0075
Weight analysis for the 12.B.V. Ripple model, breaking down the weight of the chassis, extras, and coachwork.3rd Jul 1939Box 100 \ 3  scan0076
Weight analysis of a Humber car, comparing it to their own vehicle with a view to reducing weight.1st Aug 1939Box 100 \ 3  scan0077
Typed memorandum discussing weight reduction for various components like steering, exhaust, and body, comparing them to competitors.1st Aug 1939Box 100 \ 3  scan0078
Weight analysis comparing groups of parts between the B-V model and a 1939 Humber Super Snipe Saloon.3rd Aug 1939Box 100 \ 3  scan0079
Weight comparison of various chassis components between a Humber and a 'B.V.' vehicle, continued on page 2.3rd Aug 1939Box 100 \ 3  scan0080
Page from a weight analysis report comparing various vehicle components.3rd Aug 1939Box 100 \ 3  scan0081


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