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Hall's Metal Bearings, discussing adhesion, expansion rates, and yield points of bearing materials.28th Nov 1935Box 114 \ 2  scan0239
Technical memo discussing the properties and performance of white metal for engine bearings, focusing on tin content, adhesion, and yield point.28th Nov 1935Box 114 \ 2  scan0240
Letter to Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. Ltd. regarding a broken ball in a bearing after a dynamometer test and a request for a replacement with greater load capacity.28th Nov 1935Box 114 \ 2  scan0241
Clearance of lead bronze big end bearings fitted to a Bentley and the resulting high oil consumption.29th Nov 1935Box 114 \ 2  scan0242
Casting of an aluminium tin alloy for Bentley bearings to improve adhesion.2nd Dec 1935Box 114 \ 2  scan0243
The performance of a Solid Hall's Metal Bearing at low temperatures.4th Dec 1935Box 114 \ 2  scan0244
Testing solid Hall's metal bearings and requesting new bushes to be cast.4th Dec 1935Box 114 \ 2  scan0245
Testing slightly bell-mouthed lead bronze bearings to determine minimum running clearance.9th Dec 1935Box 114 \ 2  scan0246
Low-temperature experiment on solid Hall's metal bearings fitted to a Bentley crankshaft and crankcase.12th Dec 1935Box 114 \ 2  scan0247
Letter from Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. regarding a 35mm double row rear axle bearing.13th Dec 1935Box 114 \ 2  scan0248
Letter from Ransome & Marles Bearing Co. discussing alternative bearing schemes and a reported component failure after a dynamometer test.13th Dec 1935Box 114 \ 2  scan0249
Letter from Ransome & Marles Bearing Co., Ltd. requesting comments on their remarks to decide on future action.13th Dec 1935Box 114 \ 2  scan0250
Confirming the attachment of other memos complete with photographs.16th Dec 1935Box 114 \ 2  scan0251
Request to manufacture one set of solid Bentley main bearings with a 10% tin composition.17th Dec 1935Box 114 \ 2  scan0252
Letter concerning a US patent application for the lubrication of bearings and the feasibility of filing a corresponding British patent.19th Dec 1935Box 114 \ 2  scan0253
Patent application petition and specification for an improvement in bearings.19th Dec 1935Box 114 \ 2  scan0254
Invention for improving the lubrication of anti-friction bearings.19th Dec 1935Box 114 \ 2  scan0255
Patent specification page detailing issues with bearing lubrication and outlining the objectives of a new invention.19th Dec 1935Box 114 \ 2  scan0256
Detailed description of the form and function of an annular thrust bearing.19th Dec 1935Box 114 \ 2  scan0257
Description of a lubricating system for a bearing using porous, oil-permeable collars.19th Dec 1935Box 114 \ 2  scan0258
Description of various bearing types and lubrication methods using felt inserts.19th Dec 1935Box 114 \ 2  scan0259
Description of a lubrication system for bearings, detailing the operation of oil distribution via capillary action.19th Dec 1935Box 114 \ 2  scan0260
List of five claims for a Letters Patent concerning lubricated bearing combinations.19th Dec 1935Box 114 \ 2  scan0261
Specifications for lubricant distributing systems in ball and rolling bearings.19th Nov 1934Box 114 \ 2  scan0262
Oath sworn by Frank Schubert for a patent application concerning an improvement in Bearings.19th Nov 1934Box 114 \ 2  scan0263
Patent illustration for a ball bearing assembly.21th Dec 1935Box 114 \ 2  scan0264
Letter to Leyland Motors Ltd. discussing the development and potential issues of new aluminium bearing materials.21th Dec 1935Box 114 \ 2  scan0265
Main bearing clearance issues due to crankcase distortion and the potential solution of using bell-mouthed bearings.31th Dec 1935Box 114 \ 2  scan0266
Improved lubrication scheme, bearing cap interchangeability, and the use of forged shims.29th Sep 1936Box 114 \ 2  scan0267
From Sg. to Rm. regarding Bentley engine bearings, a trials car, and shims.29th Sep 1936Box 114 \ 2  scan0268
Recommendations for fitting different metal bearings to the Bentley Green Trials Car.30th Sep 1936Box 114 \ 2  scan0269
Rescheduling an appointment with the Hoyt Bearing Co.30th Sep 1936Box 114 \ 2  scan0270
Letter to The Hoyt Metal Co. of Gt. Britain Ltd. regarding the rescheduling of a works visit.30th Sep 1936Box 114 \ 2  scan0271
Instructions for improved rear main bearing lubrication.30th Sep 1936Box 114 \ 2  scan0272
Letter from Vandervell Products Ltd. acknowledging receipt of a letter and enclosed blueprints.30th Sep 1936Box 114 \ 2  scan0273
Forwarding a connecting rod with a bearing for comments.2nd Mar 1939Box 114 \ 3  scan0001
Technical bulletin establishing a standardized routine for oil flow tests on Bentley models.23th Feb 1939Box 114 \ 3  scan0002
The condition of Fabroil timing gears from chassis No. B.79.FC.10th Nov 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0003
Proposed programme to investigate cylinder bore wear.13th Feb 1939Box 114 \ 3  scan0004
List of queries and action points regarding cylinder bore wear testing on various engines.13th Feb 1939Box 114 \ 3  scan0005
List of questions regarding engine production accuracy, experiments, bore wear, and ring tension.13th Feb 1939Box 114 \ 3  scan0006
Oil flow test and investigation of an engine knock complaint.7th Feb 1939Box 114 \ 3  scan0007
The performance of special Nickel Chrome Molybdenum Alloy cylinder blocks fitted to owner's cars.21th Feb 1939Box 114 \ 3  scan0008
The performance and testing of vehicle components like timing gears, engine oil, joints, and axles.21th Feb 1939Box 114 \ 3  scan0009
Component fittings, test mileages, and scheme updates for various car models including Phantom III, Bentley, and 25/30 HP.21th Feb 1939Box 114 \ 3  scan0010
Bentley owner using thin Mobiloil Arctic engine oil.3rd Oct 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0011
Bentley owner's consent to use Arctic oil after a rebore, with details of the car and oil pressure readings.31th Oct 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0012
Final test report for car B.21.KU - Lady Islington, detailing oil pressure after fitting new con rods.21th Feb 1939Box 114 \ 3  scan0013
Instructions for modifying Bentley crankshafts to prevent connecting rod failures by improving lubrication.23th Feb 1939Box 114 \ 3  scan0014
Modifications to the routine for conducting engine oil flow tests.22th Feb 1939Box 114 \ 3  scan0015
The failure of a No.2 Big End Bearing on car B.21.KU.17th Feb 1939Box 114 \ 3  scan0016
Failure of AC.9 material in a Bentley Chassis B.125-JY, owned by Sir James Heron Walker.9th Feb 1939Box 114 \ 3  scan0017
Measurements of big-end bearings for chassis B.125 J.Y. after 1061 miles.6th Feb 1939Box 114 \ 3  scan0018
Amount of 'nip' or interference fit for AC.9 bearings.8th Feb 1939Box 114 \ 3  scan0019
Seized bearings from chassis B.125-JY, concluding the driver is at fault for the damage.8th Feb 1939Box 114 \ 3  scan0020
Report page discussing bearing failures and attributing a specific case to insufficient oil in the sump.8th Feb 1939Box 114 \ 3  scan0021
Stocking of replacement crankshafts for the 4 1/4 litre Bentley.20th Jan 1939Box 114 \ 3  scan0022
Oil flow test results and subsequent engine analysis for chassis B.70.JD.20th Jan 1939Box 114 \ 3  scan0023
List of points refuting a statement about fixing an engine by adjusting bearings and fitting a large oil pump.21th Dec 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0024
Letter detailing customer feedback on oil consumption, engine noise, and brake characteristics on Chassis No.B.172.FB.21th Dec 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0025
Letter discussing experimental plugs and conveying holiday wishes.21th Dec 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0026
Oil pressure readings taken during a road test at different speeds and conditions.14th Dec 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0027
Bentley oil flow tests after Modification C, confirming satisfactory results and stopping further tests.14th Dec 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0028
Requirement to change AC.9 bearings on Bentley chassis due to ageing.8th Dec 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0029
AC.2 and AC.7 bearings, clarifying required allowances and issues with material growth.8th Dec 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0030
Results of oil flow tests on several Bentley engines after Mod.C.8th Dec 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0031
List of engines dealt with during December 1938, detailing mileage, test results, and owners.13th Jan 1939Box 114 \ 3  scan0032
Engine A.C.2. bearing changes, oil flow tests, and a summary of engines dealt with in 1938.13th Jan 1939Box 114 \ 3  scan0033
Bentley 4 1/4 Litre chassis engines from Kingsbury, detailing mileage, tests, failures and owners.5th Dec 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0034
Confirming the provision of corrected data for modifications B and C.26th Oct 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0035
Register of 4¼ Litre Bentley cars listing type, model, date, and owner.9th Aug 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0036
Register of vehicle types, modifications, dates, and owners.9th Aug 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0037
Typed list of records with columns for Type, Modification, Date, and Owner.9th Aug 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0038
Register of items listed by type, modification, date, and owner.9th Aug 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0039
Ledger page listing entries by type, modification, date, and owner for the JD and JY series.18th Oct 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0040
Register of vehicle or engine series (KT, KU, LS) detailing types, modifications, dates, and owners.18th Oct 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0041
Statistical summary of various series, including a breakdown of B.Mod failures.5th Dec 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0042
The failure and urgent replacement of AC.2 bearings on Bentley chassis.5th Dec 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0043
Covering memo attaching a copy of a previous memo regarding Bentley chassis with AC.2 bearings.5th Dec 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0044
Examination of issues with AC.2 bearings on Bentley chassis.30th Nov 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0045
Road failures and issues related to B.2.LS and AC.2 bearings in cars.5th Dec 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0046
Investigation into issues with AC.2 bearings in Bentley engines, comparing them with AC.7 metal.5th Dec 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0047
AC.2 engine bearing issues related to clearance, oil flow, and seizure under specific conditions.11th Oct 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0048
Reasons for eliminating 'Modification D' related to Bentley chassis engine bearings.11th Oct 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0049
Typed memorandum regarding the availability of a replacement engine and managing customer expectations.11th Oct 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0050
Arrangements to run Capt. Bowater's 4¼ litre Bentley on Arctic oil.2nd Nov 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0051
Use of Arctic Oil in a Bentley car following an engine rebore.29th Oct 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0052
Procedures and timings for engine oil flow tests on different engine types.21th Nov 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0053
Oil flow tests and time factors for cars fitted with AC.2 bearings.21th Nov 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0054
Failed attempt to fit an anti-rattle device to a Bentley and Phantom III steering column.21th Nov 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0055
The performance of AC.2 bearings in Bentley cars and a proposal for further examination.17th Nov 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0056
The status and delivery of Oil Flow Test Rigs for Paris and Derby.23th Sep 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0057
The inspection and fitting procedure for Halls metal shells from a connecting rod after an engine failure.21th Sep 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0058
Ten-step procedure for operating the Oil Flow Test Machine.17th Oct 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0059
Page 2 of a procedural document detailing an oil flow test for crankshafts and bearings.21th Sep 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0060
The inspection and fitting procedure for Halls metal connecting rod shells after an engine failure.21th Sep 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0061
Recurrent bearing failure on a Bentley car after a modification.11th Nov 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0062
The implementation of AC2 bearing material and modified drilling on 4 1/4 litre Bentley engine crankshafts.5th Sep 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0063
List of Bentley chassis fitted with AC2 bearing material.22th Sep 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0064
Policy of fitting Halls metal connecting rod bearings and a larger oil pump to 3.5 Litre Bentley cars.22th Sep 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0065


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