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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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Continued report page on tracing a fault, noting the absence of useful tools from the tool kit.26th Jun 1941Box 111 \ 2  scan0441
Letter from Park Ward & Co. Ltd confirming a car is ready for collection and arrangements for paint.11th Aug 1941Box 111 \ 2  scan0442
Telegram confirming a vehicle is ready for collection on Thursday morning.11th Aug 1944Box 111 \ 2  scan0443
Vehicle faults including brakes, doors, roof, and steering.17th Nov 1941Box 111 \ 2  scan0444
Car defects, specifically grounding at the rear and fuel filling issues, with a handwritten test report.29th Dec 1943Box 111 \ 2  scan0445
Revised specification for a Bentley No.1 Unit, chassis 1.B.50, detailing flywheel and clutch work.3rd Jan 1944Box 111 \ 2  scan0446
Ground clearance and petrol filling issues on a Bentley 50.10th Jan 1944Box 111 \ 2  scan0447
Secret letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. discussing Six-light and Four-light body designs and manufacturing proposals.30th Sep 1938Box 111 \ 3  scan0001
Letter confirming the plan to build an experimental body and produce dies for the front wings of a 3.B.5 chassis.4th Nov 1938Box 111 \ 3  scan0002
Letter to coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. Ltd. commissioning a 4-door Saloon body for a Bentley B.50 chassis.4th Nov 1938Box 111 \ 3  scan0003
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the coachwork specification for a 4 Light Saloon with Division.8th Nov 1938Box 111 \ 3  scan0004
Specification document for the coachwork of a Four Door Four Light Saloon on a Long Wheelbase Bentley chassis.8th Nov 1938Box 111 \ 3  scan0005
Bodywork and interior feature specifications, page 2.8th Nov 1938Box 111 \ 3  scan0006
Specification sheet detailing the fitting and supply of various car body components and accessories.8th Nov 1938Box 111 \ 3  scan0007
Page of coachwork specifications detailing pockets, finishing instructions, and weight limits.9th Nov 1938Box 111 \ 3  scan0008
Confirming that drawing PD.303 for the body design of project 3.B.50 has been sent and instructed.9th Nov 1938Box 111 \ 3  scan0009
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. confirming a reduced delivery time for the bodywork on chassis 3.B.50.15th Nov 1938Box 111 \ 3  scan0010
Supply status and specifications for various car accessories.17th Nov 1938Box 111 \ 3  scan0011
Instructions to coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the finish of pressed steel wheels and a spare wheel cover.25th Nov 1938Box 111 \ 3  scan0012
Confidential letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding car modifications.26th Nov 1938Box 111 \ 3  scan0013
Requesting an order for a B.50 frame for a specific part number.5th Dec 1938Box 111 \ 3  scan0014
Specification sheet for model 3.S.30, detailing modifications to the gearbox, axles, hubs, and electrical components.12th Dec 1938Box 111 \ 3  scan0015
List of electrical components and their corresponding part or reference numbers.12th Dec 1938Box 111 \ 3  scan0016
List of vehicle components with associated notes and part references.12th Dec 1938Box 111 \ 3  scan0017
Specification sheet detailing modifications and parts for brakes, steering, and fuel systems.12th Dec 1938Box 111 \ 3  scan0018
Specification sheet detailing various vehicle components and their associated part numbers.12th Dec 1938Box 111 \ 3  scan0019
Specifying the prioritization of the 3.B.50 chassis completion over the 10.B.V. chassis.13th Dec 1936Box 111 \ 3  scan0020
Scheme for the projection of a bonnet shape for a sloping dashboard on chassis 3.B.50.29th Dec 1938Box 111 \ 3  scan0021
Confidential letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the bonnet height on chassis 3.B.50.29th Dec 1938Box 111 \ 3  scan0022
Assembly specification for updating and installing a B.V. No.3 unit into a 3.B.50 chassis.31th Dec 1938Box 111 \ 3  scan0023
Scheme for dashboard and bonnet fixings for chassis 3.B.50.2nd Jan 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0024
From HPS/WSC to Rm chasing outstanding details for a car specification.4th Jan 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0025
Parts required to complete the 3.B.50 chassis.4th Jan 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0026
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. confirming a visit and the desired delivery date for chassis 3.B.50.7th Jan 1938Box 111 \ 3  scan0027
Requesting an exhaust system with a Wraith type centre expansion box.10th Jan 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0028
The specification for re-assembling an engine unit for a Wraith III No.9 chassis.13th Jan 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0029
List of specifications for components including an induction system, distributor, coupling, and camwheel.13th Jan 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0030
The despatch of brackets to Messrs. Marstons for a Bentley 3-B-50 radiator.13th Jan 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0031
The change of incorrect front road springs on a chassis.26th Jan 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0032
Letter to a coachbuilder regarding the dislike of a proposed leather sample for a car's interior.1st Feb 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0033
Parts and schemes for a Bentley Chassis 3.B.50.3rd Feb 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0034
Parts such as clips, hinges, and brackets, with instructions regarding blueprints for a chassis.3rd Feb 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0035
The bonnet for Bentley Chassis 3.B.50, enclosing blueprints for hinge and bonnet LOP parts.6th Feb 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0036
Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. confirming the despatch of a chassis for a 3.B.50 body.7th Feb 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0037
Urgent request for permission to use a transport lorry to deliver a Bentley chassis to Messrs. Park Ward.7th Feb 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0038
Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the dispatch of Chassis No. 3.B.50 and the associated wheels.8th Feb 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0039
Letter from the Experimental Department to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding missing parts for chassis 3.B.50.8th Feb 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0040
Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co Ltd acknowledging the upcoming dispatch of missing chassis parts.9th Feb 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0041
Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding an error with rear body brackets.11th Feb 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0042
Sending body brackets to the stores for urgent dispatch to Park Ward for chassis 3.B.50.11th Feb 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0043
Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding chassis modifications, parts supply, and a dummy rear axle.13th Feb 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0044
Revised specifications for a chassis, including hydraulic brakes and a B.60 engine, before dispatch to a coachbuilder in France.15th Feb 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0045
Letter to Messrs. Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding a change in the instrument board design for chassis 3.B.50.16th Feb 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0046
Confidential letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding modifications required for chassis 3.B.50.25th Feb 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0047
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. listing blueprints for fitting a bonnet to chassis 3.B.50.28th Feb 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0048
Sending a pair of bonnet catches to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. for an experimental car.8th Mar 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0049
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. about dispatching bonnet fasteners for bonnet 3.B.50.8th Mar 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0050
Letter from coachbuilder Park Ward confirming they will fit bonnet fasteners upon their arrival.9th Mar 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0051
Letter regarding the dispatch of parts and agreement on bonnet drawing modifications.10th Mar 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0052
Letter to coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. Ltd. discussing modifications to bonnet plates and dashboard fittings for car 3.B.50.10th Mar 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0053
Instruction to despatch one bonnet eye to Mr. Ward of Messrs. Park Ward & Co. for chassis 3.B.50.13th Mar 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0054
Requesting assistance in preparing car 3.B.50 for France, detailing engine parts and potential delays.15th Mar 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0055
Specification memo detailing the parts to be fitted for chassis 3.B.50.16th Mar 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0056
Confirming rear axle modifications for car 3.B.50, requiring new drawings for a narrow track axle.16th Mar 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0057
Short memo from Rm. to Hn. arranging a meeting to inspect stone-guards on car 3.B.50.16th Mar 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0058
Considerations for fitting a twin exhaust system to a 3.B.50 chassis.17th Mar 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0059
Component delays and the current production status of a new rear axle.18th Mar 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0060
Modified oil seals and the machining of an axle, requesting a final decision to avoid delays.18th Mar 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0061
The new axle for the 3.B.50 vehicle, including specifications and timelines.20th Mar 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0062
Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co. Ltd. confirming a car is ready for collection.21th Mar 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0063
Instruction to arrange for a lorry to collect a Bentley chassis with body from Messrs. Park Ward, Willesden.21th Mar 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0064
Request to fit a modified clutch pedal mechanism without delaying completion.22th Mar 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0065
Specification for the front shock dampers for a car destined for France.24th Mar 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0066
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding the supply of parts for chassis 3.B.50.24th Mar 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0067
The creation of an official order based on an attached letter.30th Mar 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0068
Letter from the Experimental Department requesting a 1 gallon tin of green spraying paint for wheels for body B.298.30th Mar 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0069
Instruction to replace the existing interleaving with Tufnol interleaving on the rear road springs for car 3.B.50.31th Mar 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0070
Letter from coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. Ltd confirming the despatch of cellulose material for spraying the wheels of a Bentley Chassis.31th Mar 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0071
Letter from Park Ward & Co. Ltd confirming the dispatch of one gallon of cellulose paint.1st Apr 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0072
Order acceptance slip from Park Ward & Co., Ltd.1st Apr 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0073
Request for a complete specification for the flywheel and clutch for a Bentley Chassis 3.B.50 being fitted with a B.60 No.4 Cast Iron Engine Unit.4th Apr 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0074
Need for a higher axle ratio and 11/41 gears in vehicle 3.B.50 for French testing.4th Apr 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0075
Fitting of a B.60 No.4 engine and a thin flexible flywheel disc to a Bentley car for testing.5th Apr 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0076
Proposal to send engine 3.B.50 to France, as the 'Silver Dawn' model is not required immediately.5th Apr 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0077
Requesting the GCD.1309 Felt Seal for Handbrake Shaft be fitted to car 3.B.50 for a French test.19th Apr 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0078
Letter from the Experimental Department to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. regarding a missing battery from a chassis.27th Apr 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0079
6-cylinder car waiting for a final gearbox and ongoing work on a B.60 engine and its breathing scheme.27th Apr 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0080
Test bed report and specification for the B.60 Unit No.4, prepared for a 15,000-mile test on a B.B.50 chassis.27th Apr 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0081
Engine component specifications and analyzing a loss in power performance.27th Apr 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0082
Engine oil consumption tests with various pistons and inserts, and a list of faults with the electrical equipment.27th Apr 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0083
Investigations into electrical equipment and crankshaft damper issues, including distributor governors and drives.27th Apr 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0084
Continuation page discussing the design, testing, issues, and virtues of a crankshaft damper system.27th Apr 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0085
Engine oil leaks, general running performance, and a post-dismantling inspection of parts.27th Apr 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0086
Inspection report detailing findings on engine component wear, clearances, and scoring.27th Apr 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0087
Graph showing the open exhaust power curve for a B.60 No. 4 unit after 15,000 miles.27th Apr 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0088
Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co. Ltd concerning the location of a battery for chassis 3.B.50.28th Apr 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0089
The instrumentation of Wraith & Bentley exhaust manifolds.28th Apr 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0090
The urgent replacement of an 8-cylinder engine in a car to be sent to France.1st May 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0091
Instruction to change the carburetter air silencer intake pipe diameter on Bentley 50 cars.2nd May 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0092
Letter to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. about painting Bentley wheel caps.11th May 1939Box 111 \ 3  scan0093


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