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Request for a scheme and drawings for a roller chain alternative for the B.60 Camshaft Drive.21th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0092
Requesting a detailed drawing for a 3 1/4' bore dry liner aluminium engine.21th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0093
The production of castings for B.40 and 2-cylinder engines, listing the available patterns.27th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0094
Advice note from The Pattern & Model Manufacturing Co. detailing the despatch of patterns and coreboxes for an H8 Engine.18th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0095
Copy of an advice note from a supplier detailing despatched patterns and moulding box parts.18th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0096
Advice note from The Pattern & Model Manufacturing Co detailing dispatched patterns and coreboxes for engine components.18th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0097
Request to redesign the B.60 Camwheel to have a lower moment of inertia, comparing it to a Studebaker wheel.28th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0098
Design of controls for the B.60 engine and modifications to its carburetter.29th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0099
Clarifying the requirement to fit the petrol feed pipe in addition to the engine controls.29th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0100
The distribution of blueprints for a Lucas Dynamo Mounting and an experimental bracket.29th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0101
Addition of a pipe for timing gear lubrication on engine oil fittings.29th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0102
Blueprints for the RE.692 camshaft for the B.80 Aluminium Engine.29th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0103
Despatch instruction for 3 oil coolers to be sent to Messrs Wilmot Breedon & Co. Ltd. for examination.29th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0104
Instruction to replace the balance weights and rebalance the crankshaft for a B.60 No. 2 engine.30th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0105
Request to replace the balance weights and rebalance the crankshaft for the B.60 No.2 engine.30th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0106
The rationalisation of cast-iron engines, including cancellations and conversions for marine use.30th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0107
Modifying a list of engine units, dividing them into categories and specifying their purpose.1st Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0108
Engine specifications, production plans, and component storage for future development.1st Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0109
Order for 24 rubber bushes to be sent to The British Tyre & Rubber Co. Ltd.30th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0110
Request to The British Tyre & Rubber Co. Ltd. for the production of 24 rubber bushes to a specific hardness.30th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0111
Design error in the B.80 throttle opening controls, attributing it to a new draughtsman's incorrect methodology.2nd Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0112
Letter from British Tyre & Rubber Co. Ltd. confirming the manufacture of 24 Rubber Buffers.2nd Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0113
Experimental use of a Reynolds chain driven camshaft to replace the existing Morse chain.2nd Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0114
Alteration note for the RE 466 Crankcase & Cylinders Lop, replacing the Tappet Cover.4th Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0115
Modifications to a Studebaker damper for the B80 engine.5th Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0116
Simplified throttle controls for the B.60 Twin Stromberg engine, including modifications to the induction pipe.5th Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0117
Electrical units required for the B.40 Engine No.1.6th Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0118
Alteration note for B40 engine crankshaft parts, detailing component additions, deletions, and dimensional changes.6th Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0119
Alteration note for a H.T. ignition wire tube bracket due to a drawing office error.9th Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0120
Sending two new blueprints for a Humber Type Damper.9th Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0121
Blueprints for a new cast iron fan pulley to replace a sheet metal one on the B 40 Engine crankshaft.9th Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0122
Dispatch of blueprints for B.80 Alum Engine components.9th Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0123
Requesting modification of the camwheel for the B.60 No.1 engine.10th Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0124
Alteration document detailing the added width of camshaft bosses for the crankcase and cylinders.10th Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0125
Alteration notice for the inside diameter of fan blades on a Pulley & Fan Dynamo.11th Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0126
Analysis of the B60 Camshaft Drive, calculating the safe working load for a fabroil gear and discussing a previous chain drive failure.12th Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0127
Analysis of different timing drive schemes for the B60 engine, including metal gears, chain drive, and Wraith spring drive.15th Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0128
Confusion regarding detail drawings for aluminium engines and an urgent request for updates.15th Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0129
Providing information and test data for the B.60 and PL.72 crankshafts.15th Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0130
Updating progress on a 3.5-inch bore liner crankcase and drawings for an 8-cylinder 'Alum' engine.16th Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0131
Tests investigating the effect of reducing crankshaft inertia on torsional vibration frequency on a B.60 engine.17th Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0132
Continuation of a memo discussing engine vibration, critical speed, and the effect of balance weights.29th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0133
Graph plotting amplitude against crankshaft RPM for a Wraith spring drive without a slipper or balance weights.29th Mar 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0134
Graph of amplitude in degrees versus crankshaft RPM for a Wraith spring drive without slipper, with a balance weight.1st Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0135
Graph showing amplitude tests for a Wraith Spring Drive operating without balance weights.2nd Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0136
Graph plotting amplitude in degrees against engine RPM for the Wraith Spring Drive.2nd Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0137
Blueprint showing 9th harmonic torsiograms for a Wraith spring drive, with and without balance weights.5th Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0138
Modifications and pattern updates for the B.80 Alum Unit engine.19th Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0139
Clarifying the correct camshaft usage for the Ripplet engine crankcase and cylinders.19th Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0140
Blueprints for an 8-cylinder alum engine flywheel, noting an inability to complete the scheme due to lack of chassis information.23th Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0141
Instructions and blueprints for B.80 Aluminium Cylinder Head components.24th Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0142
The installation of two S.U. carburettors on a B.60 engine, discussing throttle controls and fire risk testing.24th Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0143
Drawings and instructions for a B.60 crankshaft assembly using Welsh washers and a Humber damper.24th Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0144
The latest design changes for a cheaper production B.60 crankshaft.25th Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0145
Requesting the preparation of shafts for testing and a comparative report on a new crank.25th Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0146
Design and testing of B.80 Stromberg Carburetter Controls.25th Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0147
Temporary measure due to a stock shortage of copper pipe.26th Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0148
Resolving a design conflict by re-arranging engine controls for the swinging arm clutch operation.30th Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0149
Throttle controls for the rationalised senior range of cars with B.60 or B.80 engines.30th Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0150
Specifications for a B.80 Induction Pipe, including its size, connections, and suggested improvements.30th Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0151
Sending blueprints for Water Pump and Fan LOP's for B.60 and B.80 engines, with notes on design changes and experimental drawings.30th Apr 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0152
Adaptation of a Vauxhall '25' water pump for a B.60 engine, including a list of required parts.1st May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0153
Required modification to a pump body and comparing pump speed ratios and rotor diameters with a Vauxhall unit.1st May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0154
The distribution of blueprints for updated B.30 Alum camshafts.1st May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0155
Listing blueprints for the B.80 3.5 Bore Aluminium engine, detailing components for the crankcase, cylinders, valves and fittings.1st May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0156
Identical LOP's for the Water Pump & Fan for Bentley 60 and 80 units, requesting clarification on which to use and which to cancel.2nd May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0157
Instructions for fitting Humber dampers on B.60 engines, specifying parts and friction load.4th May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0158
Distributing blueprints for a modified wheelcase for B.40 & B.60 engines.7th May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0159
The interference fit on a B.80 3.5 Bore Aluminium part, requesting confirmation of its sufficiency.7th May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0160
Modifications to the B.80 Aluminium 3.5 Bore, RE971 Crankcase & Cylinders.7th May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0161
The distribution of blueprints for a modified wheelcase on B.40 and B.60 engines.7th May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0162
The dispatch of blueprints for new parts related to a water pump and fan.8th May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0163
Alteration note for increasing the diameter of a camshaft and hub bore.10th May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0164
Secret memorandum regarding fan belt clearance on the B.80 engine.14th May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0165
Performance calculations for the Eight-Cylinder Bentley, comparing the 11.B.V. model to the 4.B.30.14th May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0166
Performance data comparison for two engine units, including acceleration figures and maximum speeds.14th May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0167
Comparison of induction systems and the effect of different tyre sizes on vehicle performance.14th May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0168
Method for calculating a car's performance from clutch horsepower, detailing various power losses.14th May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0169
Procedure for calculating a vehicle's acceleration curve using horsepower and weight data.14th May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0170
Blueprints and parts for a Renold chain-driven camshaft assembly.16th May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0171
Instructions for incorporating the '2 Way Thrust Faces' and the Humber type Damper on a B.60 model.1st Jun 1946Box 124 \ 2  scan0172
Drawing PL.225 for the B.60 Petrol Pipe, urgently required for 'Ripplet'.17th May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0173
The failure of B.60 No.1 Unit on the test bed and instructions for repair.18th May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0174
Modifications to the 8-cylinder engine to give it 'Bentley' characteristics.20th May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0175
Diagrams and specifications for B.60 camshafts and cylinder heads.20th May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0176
Camshaft specifications with diagrams and notes on valve lift and duration.20th May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0177
Engine performance, detonation, and proposed cylinder head design improvements.20th May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0178
Drawings and parts for the Bentley 80 & L.H. Senior Range, PL.196 Hot Spot Operated Choke scheme.21th May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0179
The issuance of blueprints for B.60 Chassis camshaft components.21th May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0180
Assessment of a proposed modification to a drive fitment for cost-saving purposes, concluding it would be too expensive.24th May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0181
Design and placement of the B.80 carburetter petrol filter.24th May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0182
Revised mounting for the B.80 carburettor petrol filter to prevent fuel boiling.24th May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0183
Design of a tachometer drive for bi-directional camshafts, proposing separate schemes for gear and chain drives.28th May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0184
Oil fittings for the B.80 3½' Bore engine, enclosing blueprint L.O.P. No.RE.1231.29th May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0185
New blueprint parts for the B.60 engine's induction pipe and controls.29th May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0186
Blueprints and required parts for a bell crank throttle assembly.29th May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0187
Issue of engines running after being switched off and seeking reasons for variations between different models.29th May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0188
The issuance of new blueprints for induction pipe and engine control components.29th May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0189
Continued list of parts for an assembly, detailing components like dampers, shafts, and controls.9th Mar 1947Box 124 \ 2  scan0190
Blueprint for oil fittings for the B.80 3½ Bore engine.29th May 1940Box 124 \ 2  scan0191


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