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Required repairs and replacement parts for a B.60 No.1 Unit engine after a valve failure.12th Dec 1939Box 124 \ 1  scan0284
List of chassis troubles and an explanation of the work being carried out to resolve them.15th Dec 1939Box 124 \ 1  scan0285
Various vehicle component issues such as piston blowby, water in the servo, and noisy heaters, along with attempted modifications.15th Dec 1939Box 124 \ 1  scan0286
Engine and chassis issues including noisy tappets, carburation, and shock damper knocks.15th Dec 1939Box 124 \ 1  scan0287
Two additional work features: fan noise and improving the 8-cylinder engine mounting.15th Dec 1939Box 124 \ 1  scan0288
Confirming the decision to fit a Humber damper to a B.60 No.1 Unit.19th Dec 1939Box 124 \ 1  scan0289
Request for a revised crankshaft drawing to incorporate a new damper for a B.60 No.1 unit.19th Dec 1939Box 124 \ 1  scan0290
Confirming the inclusion of a new 3 litre, 6-cylinder engine and sending pictures of other bore engines to Vickers.29th Dec 1939Box 124 \ 1  scan0291
Proposing a 3 litre 6 cylinder engine as a replacement, discussing component usage and crankshaft analysis.30th Dec 1939Box 124 \ 1  scan0292
Confirming a new crankshaft and damper arrangement for the Bentley 60 model.1st Jan 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0001
Requesting detail drawings for the B 80 Indution Pipe, referencing schemes ECD. 1462 and 1509.2nd Jan 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0002
History and mounting modifications of the Lucas Dynamo on the B.60 engine.3rd Jan 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0003
New drawings for an induction system and water connections for a Stronberg Duplex Downdraught Carburetter.5th Jan 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0004
Report on camshafts, requiring road tests to confirm test bed results.5th Jan 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0005
Test report comparing three different camshafts for the Bentley B80 engine.5th Jan 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0006
Test results and conclusions from altering camshafts to observe effects on power figures and valve bounce.5th Jan 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0007
Table detailing camshafts fitted to specific engine and chassis units, including valve timing data.9th Dec 1939Box 124 \ 2  scan0008
Power comparison chart for two different camshafts, showing BHP, BMEP, and induction pipe depression against RPM.9th Dec 1939Box 124 \ 2  scan0009
Power performance graph comparing two different camshafts with and without a silencer, using 'Ethyl' petrol.9th Dec 1939Box 124 \ 2  scan0010
New internal lubrication scheme for the distributor drive via camshaft drilling.9th Jan 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0011
Request to obtain three castings of an induction pipe (EB.4995) for the B.60 Chassis Programme, with instructions for modification.11th Jan 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0012
Calculating the crankshaft torsional frequency for a 3-litre 6-cylinder engine.11th Jan 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0013
Sparking plug accessibility on the B.60 Cast Iron Engine.13th Jan 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0014
Chassis programme for the B.60 engine and the continuation of new 6-cylinder cast iron engines.15th Jan 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0015
The development status and required modifications for B.60 and B.80 engines.15th Jan 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0016
The chassis programme, specifically the progress on 8-cylinder engine units and castings for the 'Alum 8'.15th Jan 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0017
Secret internal memorandum regarding a discussion and subsequent letter about body costs.15th Jan 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0018
Letter to Falconer regarding the cost analysis of the B.V. type body and potential cost reduction strategies.18th Jan 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0019
Letter discussing cost reductions and production planning for car bodies with Park Ward & Co. Ltd.18th Jan 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0020
Blueprints for the Induction Pipe of an ECD. 1509 Induction System for a Stromberg Duplex Downdraught Carburetter.18th Jan 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0021
Distributing new drawings for a Humber Damper, Crankshaft, and Spring Drive.22th Jan 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0022
Finishing process for rationalised cast iron engine units.23th Jan 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0023
Chassis Programme for the Bentley 60 Crankshaft and Damper, requesting an order for parts.23th Jan 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0024
Instruction to replace existing pistons (EB.3916) with a new set (P.482) on an 8 cylinder Bentley B.80 No.4 unit.24th Jan 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0025
Issue of new drawings for an induction system with a Stromberg AA.25 carburetter.24th Jan 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0026
Requesting the production of six castings for inlet pipes and water connections.25th Jan 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0027
Fitting rev counters to existing engines and requesting detail drawings of camshafts.27th Jan 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0028
Investigation into the causes of a high-power engine running on after being switched off.29th Jan 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0029
Request to temporarily fit two large Burgess exhaust silencers to a test bed engine for power loss checks.1st Feb 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0030
Blueprints and parts for a Single Downtake Exhaust Manifold.1st Feb 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0031
Requesting the production of six sets of a simplified exhaust manifold for the Bentley 60.2nd Feb 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0032
The distribution of blueprints for new Bearing Bushes and an Oil Baffle drawings.2nd Feb 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0033
Blueprints for a 6 Cylinder Cast Iron Engine Crankshaft and associated parts.7th Feb 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0034
Issuance of blueprints for a spring drive system and its components for a cast iron engine.7th Feb 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0035
Alteration note for an induction pipe, detailing the addition of a boss for a throttle control lever.9th Feb 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0036
Alteration notice for an Induction Pipe, detailing a change to the core plug bosses.9th Feb 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0037
Blueprints and parts for a B.60 Engine with a PL.90 Humber damper.9th Feb 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0038
Heavy and light type flywheels for the B.80 engine with a Lucas starter motor.12th Feb 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0039
Heavy and light flywheels for the B.60 engine, including modifications to the lighter flywheel.12th Feb 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0040
Attaching prints of a Lucas Dynamo to a B.60 engine and the associated mounting issues.12th Feb 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0041
Blueprints for the B.60 engine's connecting rod and its production.13th Feb 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0042
Crankshaft dampers on B.60 and B.80 engines, discussing different types and development history.14th Feb 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0043
Alterations and precautions for the experimental Bentley 60 Unit No. 3 engine.15th Feb 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0044
Photograph of a cast rocker pedestal from a Junkers engine.20th Feb 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0045
Confirming the dispatch of two blueprints for B.60 3 1/2 Litre (Ripplet) Valves & Fittings.22th Feb 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0046
The tabulation and design of flywheels for 6-cylinder engines.23th Feb 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0047
Data comparison table for flywheels used on various 6 and 8 cylinder engines.1st Jan 1950Box 124 \ 2  scan0048
Flywheel data sheet for B.60 and B.80 C.I. engines with Lucas starter motors.23th Feb 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0049
Mounting of a Lucas Dynamo on a B.80 engine and its output adequacy.23th Feb 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0050
The design and drawings for B.60 and B.80 H.T. Wiring Tubes.28th Feb 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0051
Alteration to the drilling dimensions of a B.60 Connecting Rod.29th Feb 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0052
Request for a detailed scheme for the controls of 2 S.U. carburettors on a B.60 engine.2nd Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0053
Design fault making it impossible to remove a fan belt on 8-cylinder motor cars.2nd Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0054
Removal of balance weights and rebalancing of a crankshaft.6th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0055
Confirming the need for a light type flywheel for a Bentley (9.B.V.) fitted with a B.60 Cast Iron engine.8th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0056
Difficulty of removing the fan belt on chassis fitted with the B.80 engine.8th Mar 1930Box 124 \ 2  scan0057
Blueprints for top and bottom water connections and associated parts.8th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0058
Machining difficulties and design considerations for Filler Cap EB.5028.12th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0059
Enquiry about a filler cap, a mislaid previous memo, and actions to avoid further hold-ups.12th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0060
List of instructions for modifying and testing the B.60 No: 2 engine.12th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0061
Torsional vibration tests on the B.60 model with and without a rubber coupling.12th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0062
Comparison between the Humber damper and the Studebaker damper, noting the poor results of the latter on the test bed.12th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0063
Blueprint graph of the Wraith spring drive, comparing performance in 3rd gear with and without a flexible coupling in the prop-shaft.12th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0064
Graph showing low frequency vibration correction for a B.60 No 2 Wraith Spring Drive.12th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0065
Graph comparing the performance of Studebaker and Humber dampers by plotting amplitude versus engine RPM.13th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0066
Issue of two blueprints for the RE.618 camshaft for the B.60 Ripplet.13th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0067
Explaining a delay in answering a query regarding the production of filler cap EB.5028.14th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0068
Unsatisfactory rear brake life on 8-cylinder cars and proposed solutions.14th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0069
Suggestions for modified designs, referencing a rationalised range of pieces and a four-shoe scheme.14th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0070
Brake and lining wear for three specific car models with hydraulic front and Girling rear systems.23th Jan 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0071
The performance, wear, and maintenance of the hydraulic front and Girling rear brake system on chassis 11.B.V.23th Jan 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0072
Update to a report on brake wear inspection, mileage, and car weight.23th Jan 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0073
Comparative test report on brake wear for a car (33.G.VII) with Hydraulic Front and Girling Rear brakes.23th Jan 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0074
Confirmation to order parts for a roller chain front-end drive for B.60 engines, as an alternative to the morse chain.18th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0075
Rationalising front-end drives for the B.60 engine, specifically regarding the spring drive.18th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0076
Alteration notice regarding the removal of surplus metal from the exhaust port of a B40 crankcase and cylinders casting.18th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0077
Cover memo for the specification of the B.80 Aluminium 8 Cylinder 3 1/4 Bore Engine.18th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0078
Providing blueprints for a water gallery and cylinder head joint washer related to the B.40 crankcase and bearings.18th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0079
Specification document for a B.80 8 cylinder 3 1/2 Bore C.I. Engine, noting modifications and blueprint issuance.18th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0080
Prints for new details concerning the Flywheel, Clutch, and Clutch Casing for the R.H. Senior Range B.60 Ripplet.18th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0081
Specifications for the B.40 4 Cylinder and B.60 6 Cylinder C.I. engines.18th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0082
Instruction memo regarding new blueprints for B.60 3¼ Bore ignition wiring and fittings.19th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0083
New blueprints for H.T. Ignition Wiring parts and instructing on their implementation.19th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0084
New drawings and blueprints for the B.60 engine's ignition H.T. wiring.19th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0085
Instruction memo regarding a new Wheelcase LoP, cancelling a previous instruction.19th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0086
Fitting of an A.C. air silencer to the B.60 engine with a Stromberg carburetter.19th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0087
Accompanying preliminary blueprints for a B. 60, 3.500 Bore Crankcase & Cylinders.20th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0088
The distribution of blueprints for B.40 Engine inlet pipes.20th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0089
Blueprints for a B.60 75 M/M Bore Crankcase & Cylinders.20th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0090
Issue of blueprints for the B.60 engine crankcase and cylinders with a 3.750 bore.28th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0091


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