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The heat treatment process for Peregrine Chassis cylinder liners.5th Jan 1933Box 2 \ 3  B002_X 116 117 119 120-page41
Blueprint for a new water distribution arrangement in the cylinder block for the Peregrine 3 chassis.17th Jan 1933Box 2 \ 3  B002_X 116 117 119 120-page42
Modification to the Peregrine Cylinder Head E.100940 to reduce the compression ratio.6th Feb 1933Box 2 \ 3  B002_X 116 117 119 120-page43
Completion of two types of Peregrine cylinder heads for research work.13th Jun 1933Box 2 \ 3  B002_X 116 117 119 120-page44
Experiments on turbulent and non-turbulent cylinder heads and their effect on maximum power output.21th Jun 1933Box 2 \ 3  B002_X 116 117 119 120-page45
Performance graph comparing different cylinder head configurations on a Peregrine engine with open exhaust.28th Jan 1941Box 2 \ 3  B002_X 116 117 119 120-page46
Maximum possible cylinder bore dimensions for the Peregrine engine.16th Nov 1935Box 2 \ 3  B002_X 116 117 119 120-page47
Blank page with the handwritten page number '120' in the top right corner.29th Jan 1933Box 2 \ 3  B002_X 116 117 119 120-page48
Confirming that following an inspection, the Peregrine car dashboard is sufficiently wide.29th Jan 1933Box 2 \ 3  B002_X 116 117 119 120-page49
The design and width of the Peregrine dashboard.13th Jan 1933Box 2 \ 3  B002_X 116 117 119 120-page50
Proposal to manufacture the Peregrine dashboard as a pressing for economic reasons.28th Dec 1932Box 2 \ 3  B002_X 116 117 119 120-page51
Modifications to the Peregrine dashboard, changing its manufacture from a casting to a pressing.3rd Mar 1933Box 2 \ 3  B002_X 116 117 119 120-page52
Modifications to the Peregrine frame's brake differential cross member and carrier brackets.10th Sep 1932Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page01
Manufacturing process and cost of milling cold-pressed frames for the 'Peregrine' project.20th Dec 1932Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page02
Parts list for a strengthened front support for the rear shock damper, related to scheme 307.30th Dec 1932Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page03
Deflection tests conducted on a rear engine support crossmember.19th Jan 1933Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page04
Graph showing the results of a deflection and permanent set test on a gearbox and engine rear cross-member.18th Jan 1933Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page05
Blank page with the handwritten page number '128' in the top right corner.26th Sep 1931Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page06
Success of a new 4-speed synchro-mesh gearbox and plans for its implementation.26th Sep 1931Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page07
Technical discussion on gearbox design, focusing on the reverse pinion, gear engagement, and gear ratios.5th May 1932Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page08
Design proposal for a cost and length-saving shaft for the Bensport & Peregrine gearbox reverse.20th May 1932Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page09
Decision to retain a right-hand gear change for the Peregrine model.14th Jun 1932Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page10
Modifications to rectify gear control heaviness and reverse stop spring load issues.25th Jun 1932Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page11
Specifications and required alteration of a new gear lever reverse stop spring.19th Jul 1932Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page12
Gearbox specifications and bearing modifications for Bensport and Peregrine models.8th Jul 1932Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page13
List of notes on the design and manufacturing of gearbox components, page 2.28th Jul 1932Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page14
Preliminary dynamometer test on the Peregrine gearbox.28th Jul 1932Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page15
Gear control modifications for the 25HP model to prevent binding and reduce oil drag.13th Aug 1932Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page16
And comparing the gearbox configurations for the Peregrine and Bensport models.27th Aug 1932Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page17
Modifications to the clutch and gearbox for the Peregrine.30th Aug 1932Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page18
Adjustment of ball bearing tolerances for the 25 HP & Peregrine gearbox motion shaft.9th Sep 1932Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page19
Modification scheme for the Peregrine gearbox.9th Sep 1932Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page20
Ball bearing fits and tolerances for 25 HP & Peregrine gearboxes.12th Sep 1932Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page21
Positive interference fit for bearings and gears, and the challenges of production limits.12th Sep 1932Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page22
Latest drawing for a silent second gear arrangement for the Peregrine chassis.14th Dec 1932Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page23
Design memorandum for a helical second speed gear for the Peregrine engine.24th Dec 1932Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page24
Clearance between engaging teeth for helical second-speed gears on various car models.14th Jan 1933Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page25
Modifications to a universal coupling for helical second-speed gears for the Peregrine engine.19th Jan 1933Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page26
Test report on the Peregrine gearbox's helical second speed loose pinion.1st Feb 1933Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page27
Drawing showing the oil level in the Peregrine gearbox on various up gradients.16th Feb 1933Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page28
Cross-section drawing, Section A-A, of a machined component with dimensions.25th Mar 1933Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page29
Testing W.W. designs of silent helical second-speed gears on Peregrine, 20/25, and 40/50 chassis.25th Mar 1933Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page30
Test results of the Peregrine gearbox in a Bentley chassis.23th Jan 1934Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page31
Experiment to install a Peregrine Gearbox into a Bentley Chassis to save weight and cost.22th Jan 1934Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page32
Cross-section drawing of a gearbox for Bensport.30th Jan 1934Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page33
Road testing and modifications for the Peregrine Gearbox, including reducing the back coupling overhang.27th Jan 1934Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page34
Schematic diagram of a helical gear gearbox arrangement for Isotta Fraschini.20th Oct 1936Box 2 \ 4  B002_X 127 128-page35
Blank page with a handwritten reference or page number in the top right corner.9th Jan 1933Box 2 \ 5  B002_X 131 135-page01
Design changes to differentiate the Peregrine model from the 25HP, focusing on coachwork and the instrument panel.9th Jan 1933Box 2 \ 5  B002_X 131 135-page02
Features and development of a new grouped instrument panel for the Peregrine.11th Jan 1933Box 2 \ 5  B002_X 131 135-page03
Suggestion to use the same improved scheme on both the Peregrine and 20/25 car models.11th Jan 1933Box 2 \ 5  B002_X 131 135-page04
Suggestions and requirements for a new instrument board panel design for both RR and Bentley cars.18th Feb 1933Box 2 \ 5  B002_X 131 135-page05
Review of design points concerning an outer frame, switchgear, and switchbox, with suggestions for improvement.18th Feb 1933Box 2 \ 5  B002_X 131 135-page06
Letter discussing a new design for a combined speedometer and tachometer with glass edge illumination.18th Feb 1933Box 2 \ 5  B002_X 131 135-page07
Blank page with the handwritten page number 135.1st Feb 1932Box 2 \ 5  B002_X 131 135-page08
Modifications to the Peregrine 2 accelerator pedal and related bodywork concerns.1st Feb 1932Box 2 \ 5  B002_X 131 135-page09
Technical memorandum regarding the addition of a spring washer to prevent clutch pedal oscillation on J.III and Peregrine models.15th Jul 1932Box 2 \ 5  B002_X 131 135-page10
Blueprint for a proposed fixed pedal support for the Peregrine.20th Jan 1933Box 2 \ 5  B002_X 131 135-page11
Suggestion to fit a felt washer to the circular stem for the Peregrine foot and clutch pedals.30th Dec 1932Box 2 \ 5  B002_X 131 135-page12
Confirming instructions for a felt washer to be fitted to the Peregrine pedal stem.2nd Jan 1933Box 2 \ 5  B002_X 131 135-page13
Method of removing rear axle taper nut.4th Feb 1912Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page001
Sample report card demonstrating the filing system's common hole.4th Feb 1912Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page002
Proposed experiment to measure the deflection of a bevel rear axle and its pinion under twist.4th Feb 1912Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page003
With a diagram explaining how to carry out tests on bevel axles.4th Feb 1912Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page004
From Mr. Royce detailing experiments for a quieter rear axle using different gear configurations.12th Feb 1912Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page005
Rear axle gear ratios and a quote from Mr. Royce regarding a suggested alteration.1st Dec 1928Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page006
The fitting of wider, coarser pitch gears to an axle for Mr. Royce's car, including his direct input.21th Feb 1912Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page007
Record card for oil from a filter, noting aero ratio, coated components, and a 16-tooth pinion.18th Feb 1932Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page008
Log report detailing issues with supports and engine behaviour under load.21th Feb 1912Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page009
Choice of wider and coarser pitch gears to be fitted to an axle for Mr Royce's car.21th Feb 1912Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page010
Instructions for rear axle gear ratios and pitch.21th Feb 1912Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page011
To the Technical Committee regarding axle weight reduction and design improvements.5th Mar 1912Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page012
From Mr. Royce detailing instructions to reduce the weight of axles.5th Mar 1912Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page013
Directive from Mr. Royce to design an axle with a smaller bevel wheel to decrease its weight.5th Mar 1912Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page014
Continued development and experimentation of axles to improve silence.7th Mar 1912Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page015
Axle design focusing on strength, weight reduction, and competitor analysis.21th May 1923Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page016
Gear design for back axles, focusing on over-run, and proposing experimental gear cutting methods.21th May 1923Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page017
Modifications to an axle test rig to improve testing procedures and accuracy.28th Feb 1913Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page018
The method of removing the rear axle tube nut.28th Feb 1913Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page019
Experiment to find out why 20 pitch Axle is quieter than 5's.22th Jan 1912Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page020
Log of reports and tests on 16+52 Axles with d's pitch.2nd Sep 1912Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page021
Report card for an 18+50 Bevel Axle with 4'0 pitch, and axle teeth the same length as a 6'3 pitch.3rd Jul 1913Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page022
Report card for an 18 x 52 axle with long addenda gear.24th Jun 1912Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page023
Staffing for a lighter rear axle project.15th Apr 1912Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page024
Details on a new, lighter back axle design, its adjustments, and strength compared to the 1906 pattern.18th Jun 1912Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page025
Testing of a lighter rear axle and a delay in tackling the design of a new one.3rd May 1912Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page026
Test results on standard and prototype rear axles to develop a lighter version.20th May 1912Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page027
Departmental memo regarding a delay with rear axle driving dogs for the 2002 chassis.24th Jul 1912Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page028
Index card detailing an adjusting rig for the rear axle support.14th Jun 1912Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page029
Report from Mr Hives on the stiffness of new axle shafts with extra castleations.23th Sep 1912Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page030
Mr Royce's impressions on the strength of a new experimental axle design.20th Sep 1912Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page031
Mr. Royce's suggestions for the rear axle, instructing the replacement of 5/16' bolts with 3/8' bolts.3rd Oct 1912Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page032
To Mr. Royce clarifying the design of special long nuts for axles.5th Nov 1912Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page033
Departmental memo requesting an opinion on the new design for the adjustment of the pinion on the light rear axle for Chassis 2100E.2nd Dec 1912Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page034
Self-light axle adjusting jig, noting it is an improvement on the present method.2nd Dec 1912Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page035
Instruction note regarding a final setting process that can be done faster without measurement or a grinder.4th Dec 1912Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page036
Special parts fitted to Chassis 2100E, focusing on the new lighter rear axle design and an adjusting jig.4th Dec 1912Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page037
Weight comparison of a new design axle against the standard axle, noting a saving of 32 lbs.5th Dec 1912Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page038
Response regarding steps to overcome rear axle vibration by developing a new axle with two sets of rear brakes.5th Dec 1912Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page039
'jaggering brake' issue on Series 2500 and 2600 vehicles.17th Jul 1925Box 2 \ 6  B002_X 140 141 157-page040


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