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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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Typed letter responding to a telegram regarding a low oil pressure issue on model B.35.KU.5th Nov 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0166
Engine test performance metrics and the condition of the bearings after stripping the engine.29th Oct 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0167
Sale and naming of large capacity oil pumps for Bentley cars.29th Oct 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0168
Correcting a misunderstanding about charging for large capacity oil pumps on Bentley cars.27th Oct 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0169
Letter from Aubert & Dural regarding the re-nitriding process and hardness testing of a Bentley crankshaft.27th Oct 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0170
Material specifications and treatment details for a Bentley V.C.M. Crankshaft.3rd Dec 1936Box 114 \ 3  scan0171
Badly worn and over-oiling cylinder block from a Bentley, highlighting issues with boring and honing methods.3rd Dec 1936Box 114 \ 3  scan0172
Analysis of customer complaints regarding excessive oil consumption and over-oiling in Bentley chassis.1st Sep 1936Box 114 \ 3  scan0173
Continued note on the inability to test for improvements due to the bedding-in period for piston rings.1st Sep 1936Box 114 \ 3  scan0174
Need for more detailed data to investigate excessive oil consumption and overoiling issues on Bentley cars.31th Aug 1936Box 114 \ 3  scan0175
Faulty repair of a connecting rod and bearings from a 4 1/4-litre chassis.15th Oct 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0176
The condition of engine bearings, noting issues with insufficient clearance.6th Oct 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0177
The wear measurements of a set of Bentley Aerolite pistons after mileage.6th Oct 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0178
The supply of Bentley pistons and issues with oil consumption.21th Sep 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0179
Query regarding the taper measurement on newly received Bentley pistons.12th Jun 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0180
Seized piston in a Bentley chassis, discussing potential causes, scuffing on other pistons, and recommendations for running-in procedures post-rebore.15th Jul 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0181
Outlining the process for sending replacement pistons to be tin-coated.1st Jul 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0182
The running-in of Bentley pistons after a rebore to prevent scoring and seizing.27th Jun 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0183
The return of a stock of Bentley tin-coated pistons for coating.28th Jun 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0184
Holding back correspondence regarding pistons to avoid an argument, and requesting a meeting about 'Complaint' sheets.1st Dec 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0185
Clarifying responsibility for the supply of new type Bentley pistons to Depots.30th Nov 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0186
Clarifying details about a fractured piston on a 4 1/4 Litre Bentley, chassis B-84-FB, and the introduction of a new taper skirt piston.29th Nov 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0187
Piston types and oil consumption, including correspondence about parts supply and modifications.21th Sep 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0188
Communication issues and instructions regarding the fitting of a new type of piston at the Kingsbury Depot.26th Nov 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0189
Investigating the supply of incorrect 4¼ Litre Bentley pistons.26th Nov 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0190
Piston supply issues for the 4 1/2 Litre Bentley, including an engine seizure and reverting to original specifications.24th Nov 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0191
Notice regarding the correct type of replacement pistons for 4¼ Litre Bentley models.16th Oct 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0192
Complaints about supplying the wrong type of Bentley Pistons.24th Nov 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0193
Supply of unusable Bentley pistons and instructions for depots.23th Nov 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0194
Manufacturing methods and performance of piston rings for Bentley chassis.18th Mar 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0195
Fitting new Vellumoid washers to the cylinder covers of 25/30 HP and Bentley chassis.17th Aug 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0196
The supply and fitting of Vellumoid washers for the cylinder cover on 25/30 HP & Bentley chassis.12th Aug 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0197
Report regarding the deterioration of enamel on cylinder blocks, particularly on 25/30 and Bentley models, due to a chemical in the packing.22th Jun 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0198
Instruction to replace 'Gascoid' joint washers with 'Vellumoid' for 25/30 HP & Bentley Chassis cylinder blocks.28th Jul 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0199
Change in jointing material from 'Gascoid' back to 'Vellumoid' for Bentley & 25/30.HP cylinder blocks.28th Jun 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0200
Investigation into peeling enamel on the cylinder heads of Bentley & 25/30.HP engines.25th Jun 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0201
Design and use of a side spare wheel carrier for the B.4. model, comparing it to the Peregrine.1st Apr 1933Box 114 \ 3  scan0202
Fitting Peregrine side spare wheel carriers onto a Bentley car.14th Jun 1933Box 114 \ 3  scan0203
Drawbacks and cost of fitting a side spare wheel carrier for the 3.5 Litre Bentley.26th Jun 1933Box 114 \ 3  scan0204
Testing and feasibility of fitting a side spare wheel carrier to Bentley cars.18th Dec 1933Box 114 \ 3  scan0205
Design and mounting of the Wraith II side spare wheel carrier.30th Jun 1936Box 114 \ 3  scan0206
Design proposal for a cheaper side spare wheel carrier for the Phantom III, detailing seven modifications.28th Oct 1936Box 114 \ 3  scan0207
Requesting a new and improved side spare wheel carrier for a Bentley be manufactured and tested.30th Oct 1936Box 114 \ 3  scan0208
New, cheaper, and simplified design for the Phantom III side wheel carrier.22th Nov 1936Box 114 \ 3  scan0209
Need to bump test a side spare wheel carrier for a wide entrance Bentley.7th Jan 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0210
Test report on a Bentley side spare wheel carrier, detailing a durability test and weight comparison.8th Jan 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0211
Proposal to adopt a new, simpler, and cheaper side spare wheel carrier for Bentley cars.9th Jan 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0212
Agreeing to a new side spare wheel carrier for Bentley, pending satisfactory tests.12th Jan 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0213
Testing and standardisation of a new spare wheel carrier for a Bentley.26th Feb 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0214
Modification, testing, and cost of a Bentley side spare wheel carrier.3rd Mar 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0215
The cost implications and production delay of introducing a lightened carrier.26th May 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0216
The failure of side spare wheel carrier brackets for the Wraith III, with proposed design modifications.26th May 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0217
Failure and proposed redesign of a cheapened side spare wheel carrier for the Phantom III.27th May 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0218
Secret memo discussing issues with excessive movement and vibration from the spare wheel mounting on the Wraith.18th Jun 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0219
Unsatisfactory spare wheel mounting on the Wraith and requesting test results for design modification.21th Jun 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0220
Proposed modification to the Wraith III side spare wheel carrier bracket to correct an alignment issue.24th Jun 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0221
Design, stiffness and failures of the Wraith side spare wheel carrier.2nd Jul 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0222
Table of comparative chassis deflection measurements under increasing loads for various models and configurations.5th Aug 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0223
Announcing the withdrawal of the standardisation sheet for the Bentley chassis side spare wheel carrier.5th Aug 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0224
Withdrawal of the standardisation sheet for a Bentley side spare wheel carrier due to costing errors.5th Aug 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0225
The design modification of a side spare wheel carrier for the Bentley 111.4th Sep 1937Box 114 \ 3  scan0226
The design of a Bentley 50 wheelcase and its oil supply nozzle.18th Mar 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0227
Scheme detailing a new support tube and bracket for a spare wheel carrier on the B.50 Bentley.4th May 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0228
Modifications to the spare wheel carrier fixings for Bentley 111 and 50 models due to fractures.14th Jun 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0229
Scheme for a side spare wheel carrier to accommodate wire wheels with American type front wings for a Bentley.12th Nov 1938Box 114 \ 3  scan0230
The production and pricing of a spare wheel cover for various car models.17th Aug 1939Box 114 \ 3  scan0231
Memo outlining three technical points following a visit to Squash Court.29th Mar 1940Box 114 \ 3  scan0232
Scheme for a rear-mounted spare wheel, with references to competitor car models.4th Apr 1940Box 114 \ 3  scan0233
Design investigation for the luggage boot and spare wheel on the Rippletto model.4th Apr 1940Box 114 \ 3  scan0234
The specification of a spare wheel handle, noting a specified part cannot be used and production needs to be instructed for an alternative.7th Apr 1930Box 114 \ 3  scan0235
Parts and modifications for the LH Senior Range spare wheel carrier and frame.15th Apr 1940Box 114 \ 3  scan0236
Proposed modifications for a propaganda tour to Nairobi, covering tyres, ground clearance, cooling and fuel systems.22th Jan 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0001
Necessary vehicle modifications for a Mr. Symons, concerning the carburetter, clutch, tyres, and bodywork.22th Jan 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0002
Specifications for two tyre sizes, including effective circumference, width, rim size, and revolutions per mile.22th Jan 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0003
Proposing a propaganda tour from London to Nairobi to gain publicity for the Phantom III car.1st Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0004
Proposal outlining the method, route, and publicity strategy for a trans-African motor journey.1st Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0005
Proposal outlining the publicity, cost, and preparation for a journey using a Phantom III car.25th Jan 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0006
Modifications for car 34-EX for a proposed tour to Nairobi.25th Jan 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0007
The arrangement of a qualified mechanic for Mr. Symons' journey and scheduling a meeting.25th Jan 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0008
List of vehicle specifications, equipment, and tools for an expedition or long-distance journey.25th Jan 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0009
Typed list of vehicle spare parts, with a handwritten note '(as taken on Morris)'.25th Jan 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0010
Typed and handwritten list of vehicle spare parts with queries.27th Jan 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0011
Alterations to fit a second spare wheel for the 'Nairobi Tour' car and enclosing a photograph of a difficult track.27th Jan 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0012
Addressed to Hamilton Francobrit in Levallois-Perret, France, requesting the return of a letter.27th Jan 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0013
Requesting an employee to return to Derby for a projected press trip on the Phantom III chassis.27th Jan 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0014
Driver assignments and vehicle availability for a press trip and other testing purposes.27th Jan 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0015
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. providing recommendations on tyre inflation pressures for driving on different types of sand.29th Jan 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0016
Letter to Mr. Humphrey Symons regarding tyre inflation pressures for driving on sand.29th Jan 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0017
Tables detailing tyre performance characteristics including load, pressure, and use on different surfaces.29th Jan 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0018
Specification of modifications for a car preparing for an overland Press tour to Nairobi.29th Jan 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0019
Outlining required modifications for a car's cooling, speedometer, and air intake, with a completion deadline.29th Jan 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0020
Letter requesting the fitting of additional thermometers for a 'Nairobi Run' to gather temperature data.30th Jan 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0021
Letter discussing vehicle instrumentation and carburetter settings required for high-altitude driving.30th Jan 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0022
Calculations for probable tyre loading on vehicle 34E.X.1st Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0023
Requesting the manufacture and fitting of a water tank to car 34-EX for its London-Nairobi tour.1st Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0024
Urgent internal memo requesting parts and instruments for the Nairobi Run car.1st Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0025
List of electrical equipment and spares required for the 34 Ex. Nairobi Run.1st Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0026
Relining the rear brakes on car 34 EX due to wear before a severe braking test.2nd Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0027
List of modifications to be carried out on Unit No. 7 34 EX.2nd Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0028
Mounting a petrol pump on car 34 EX on a production rubber mounting and fitting a bracket to the frame.2nd Feb 1937Box 114 \ 4  scan0029


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