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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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Request to place an official order with Messrs. Borg & Beck for two types of clutches.18th Nov 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0111
Adopting and testing a Borg & Beck clutch for the Big Bore Bentley.19th Nov 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0112
Summary of clutch durability tests and a proposal to fit a new clutch to the big bore 20/25 chassis.19th Nov 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0113
The performance and testing of Borg & Beck clutches on Bentley cars.16th Aug 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0114
Request to Borg & Beck Ltd for the finger ratio of the 10' and 11' clutches they supplied.19th Nov 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0115
Comparison of clutch pedal ratios for various Bentley and Borg & Beck clutch systems.19th Nov 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0116
Specification sheet detailing wear adjustments for two different types of Bentley clutches.20th Nov 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0117
Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding clutch specifications.20th Nov 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0118
Letter to The Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding drawing SK.30604/2 and trunnion movement.21th Nov 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0119
Letter from a clutch manufacturer advising that the semi-centrifugal clutch fitted to the Packard car is of the Long type.21th Nov 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0120
Letter from a clutch manufacturer regarding wear allowance and adjustment for a clutch mechanism.22th Nov 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0121
Wear adjustment limits of the Borg & Beck clutch on a Bentley model.25th Nov 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0122
Rubber-faced stop for a Borg and Beck clutch pedal on a Bentley.22th Nov 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0123
Bentley clutch tests conducted on Porlock Hill, comparing wear between R.R. and Borg & Beck clutch types.25th Nov 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0124
Recurring clutch failures on Bentley cars and the potential solution of fitting a Borg & Beck clutch.25th Nov 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0125
Advice note from Borg & Beck Co., Ltd. for a dispatched Special Driven Plate.27th Nov 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0126
Cost breakdown for Ph.III Clutch centre plates for experimental and production orders.2nd Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0127
Requesting the manufacture of a more suitable pedal spring for a Borg & Beck clutch as the current one is too highly loaded.3rd Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0128
Invoices from Borg & Beck Co. Ltd for special driven plates and tools.5th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0129
Request to place an order with Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. for two special clutch driven plates.6th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0130
Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. about modifications to a Phantom clutch centre plate, spring loading, and pedal pressure.7th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0131
Clutch failures on Bentley cars, comparing the cost and features of Borg & Beck versus Rolls-Royce clutches.7th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0132
Correspondence from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding a driven plate and pressure plate spring load.10th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0133
Advice note from Borg & Beck Co., Ltd. for a returned driven plate assembly.11th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0134
Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding a 13.5 inch driven disc assembly and its testing.12th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0135
Follow-up letter from Borg & Beck Company regarding a plate with moulded type friction facings and associated trials.12th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0136
Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. requesting a specific Bentley clutch and reporting a fault with a Phantom centre plate.13th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0137
Request to place an official order for a 10' ventilated clutch from Messrs. Borg & Beck.13th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0138
Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. confirming the despatch of a 10' Spring Type Driven Plate Assembly.14th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0139
Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding clutch supply and troubleshooting for a Phantom III car.14th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0140
Advice note from Borg & Beck Co., Ltd. for a Driven Plate Assembly.14th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0141
Advice note from Borg & Beck Co., Ltd. for a dispatched driven plate assembly.14th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0142
To Roy requesting a covering order for a Bentley Clutch centre plate ordered from Borg & Beck.14th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0143
Requesting clarification on the specific make of clutch mentioned in a previous communication.16th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0144
Confirming receipt and attachment of a letter and blueprint from Messrs. Roper & Wreaks Ltd.16th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0145
Letter from Roper & Wreaks Ltd discussing a clutch proposal for a 3½ L. Bentley.14th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0146
Preliminary layout of a 'R&W' 10 inch clutch for a 3 1/2 Litre Bentley.9th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0147
Installation drawing for clutch type 11A6.3rd Oct 1936Box 129 \ 2  scan0148
Letter from Borg & Beck regarding the production of a special 13 1/2 inch plate for a Phantom application.17th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0149
Photograph of a fractured Borg & Beck clutch pressure plate after a test.1st Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0150
Clutch shudder caused by oil getting onto the fabrics of Borg & Beck clutches.17th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0151
Letter from Borg & Beck regarding the 11.A6 clutch application for a 25-HP vehicle, referencing drawings and previous orders.17th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0152
Recommendations for the fitting of an 11' Borg & Beck clutch to a 20/25 model, detailing required modifications and parts.17th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0153
Instructing an order to be placed with Borg & Beck for a Phantom driven plate and to reline another plate.17th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0154
Advice note from Borg & Beck Co., Ltd. regarding the dispatch of clutch components.18th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0155
Official order for 20/25 HP clutches.18th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0156
Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. concerning clutch applications and production.18th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0157
Borg & Beck clutches specification sheet for a vehicle.19th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0158
Clutch suppliers Borg & Beck and Long, and a licensing agreement for Long products.19th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0159
Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd discussing the application of an 11' clutch for the 20/25 HP chassis.19th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0160
Letter from Borg & Beck Company Limited regarding clutch balancing, flywheel locating pegs, and production timelines.19th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0161
Clutch specification and recommendation sheet for the 20/25HP model.19th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0162
Pedal recommendations for a Borg & Beck Clutch for the 20/25 HP application.19th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0163
Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. concerning clutch installation, balancing, and material specifications.21th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0164
Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding a 13 1/8' driven plate assembly.30th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0165
Spring chart for thrust and damper components.31th Oct 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0166
Two invoices from Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. for payment approval.31th Dec 1935Box 129 \ 2  scan0167
Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding arrangements for an 11' clutch modification on the 25-HP model.1st Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0001
Requesting to book a spring driven clutch plate, collected from Borg & Beck's works, into the workshop.1st Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0002
Advice note from Borg & Beck Co., Ltd. for a special 13 3/8' driven plate.1st Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0003
Advice note from Borg & Beck Co., Ltd. for a special 13 1/4' driven plate.1st Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0004
Request to determine the Brinell tensile strength and composition of a bit of a clutch pressure plate.1st Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0005
To book in a spring driven clutch plate collected from Borg & Beck's works.1st Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0006
Performance of the 11' Borg & Beck clutch on the 20/25 HP model and recommending against its immediate production.2nd Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0007
Order for Bentley clutches and modifications to a driven plate.2nd Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0008
Confirming that a driven plate assembly and clutch parts have been ordered.3rd Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0009
Letter to Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd. confirming modifications to clutches, including balancing pressure plates and replacing springs.3rd Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0010
Endurance testing and spring specifications for the 10' Borg & Beck clutch on a Bentley.3rd Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0011
Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. confirming the fabrication of specific clutch assemblies and driven plates.3rd Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0012
Letter from Borg & Beck Company Limited regarding the urgent dispatch of two outstanding 11' clutch assemblies.3rd Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0013
Official order to modify a Phantom III clutch driven plate.4th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0014
Letter to Messrs Borg & Beck, Ltd. regarding the modification of Ph.III plates.4th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0015
Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd regarding the balancing and production of clutches.4th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0016
Experiments on Phantom III clutches, comparing various plate designs and materials.1st Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0017
The performance of a Borg & Beck clutch plate, detailing issues and proposing modifications.5th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0018
Letter from a clutch manufacturer regarding the supply, modification, and dispatch of various clutch plates and assemblies.6th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0019
Suggesting an alternative pull-off spring for the Borg & Beck clutch on a Bentley pedal.6th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0020
Request to Leonard Williams & Co. Ltd. for a 12' diameter Long clutch from a 12-cylinder Packard for experimental purposes.6th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0021
Borg & Beck clutch failures for Bentley during endurance testing.6th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0022
The development and testing of Borg & Beck clutches, including balancing methods and spring performance.6th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0023
Standardization and spring specifications for the clutch on large bore cars.6th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0024
Photograph showing a fractured clutch pressure plate after a vibrating rig test.16th Dec 1938Box 129 \ 3  scan0025
Internal request to place an official order with Messrs. Borg & Beck for a Phantom III driven plate.8th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0026
Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. regarding the development, testing, and material specifications for various clutches.8th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0027
Letter confirming specifications for a 13 1/2 inch plate, discussing the preference for Hyco facings over moulded facings.8th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0028
Inquiry to Borg & Beck Ltd regarding the balancing of clutches.9th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0029
Letter from Borg & Beck discussing the chemical and physical analysis of a Phantom III clutch pressure plate.9th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0030
Laboratory report from Borg & Beck Co. Limited analysing the composition of a clutch plate.6th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0031
Quotation from Leonard Williams & Co. Ltd. for a clutch assembly for a 12-cylinder Packard.8th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0032
Mechanical Test Report for a Cast Iron Clutch Pressure Plate.9th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0033
Order for clutch springs for a 20/25 HP model.10th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0034
Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck concerning production clutches, proposed modifications, and ongoing tests.10th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0035
Continuation letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd regarding tensile strength and 'Hyco' facings.10th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0036
Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding the dispatch of clutch assemblies and suggested modifications.10th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0037
Specification sheet for standard 10-spline shaft and hub dimensions.10th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0038
Letter to The Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. regarding the return and modification of an 11A3 clutch.14th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0039
Requesting an 11' Borg & Beck clutch be sent to the manufacturer for modification.14th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0040
Letter from a clutch manufacturer about rebuilding an 11.A3 clutch and troubleshooting a failed 11' clutch on a test bed.15th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0041
Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding an order for clutch springs and proposing a new order for the associated work.15th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0042
To cancel a previous order for special clutch springs and issue a new order.15th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0043


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