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Method for locating and fixing 10-inch Borg & Beck clutches on Bentley flywheels.16th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0044
Letter to Messrs. Leonard Williams & Co. Ltd., regarding the supply of a 12' clutch for a 12-cylinder Packard car.16th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0045
Chemical analysis report for a Clutch Pressure Plate.16th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0046
Micro-examination report on a clutch pressure plate made by Borg & Beck.15th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0047
Laboratory photomicrograph showing a material's structure at 100 diameters magnification.1st Oct 1935Box 129 \ 3  scan0048
Photomicrograph showing a material's microstructure at 150 diameters magnification.1st Oct 1935Box 129 \ 3  scan0049
Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding clutch components and drawings for a Phantom III chassis.16th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0050
Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. concerning the manufacture of a Long type clutch driven member.17th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0051
Telegram received by telephone regarding the dispatch of a driven plate and clutch.17th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0052
Instructing modifications to an 11' A-6 type clutch being returned to supplier Borg & Beck.20th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0053
Requesting the return of a Borg & Beck clutch for rebalancing and spring modification.20th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0054
Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. concerning the modification and testing of various clutches.21th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0055
Request to measure the flatness and cushioning of Borg & Beck driven plates for the Phantom III.23th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0056
Request for a 6' length of 3/4' S.82 bar for the Borg & Beck Co. to manufacture bolts.24th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0057
Advice note from Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. for the despatch of clutches to the Experimental Department.24th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0058
Advice note for a 10 A3 clutch, complete to specification with special eyebolts.27th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0059
Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. enclosing a print for a Splined Arbors Drive Plate Runout Test.27th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0060
Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck confirming the rebuilding of a clutch assembly.28th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0061
Requesting an order for the rebuilding and modification of 10A6 and 11A6 type clutches by Borg & Beck.28th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0062
Requesting an arbor for balancing and checking Borg & Beck driven plates for the Phantom III.28th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0063
Letter from Borg & Beck regarding the testing of a 10 inch clutch, safety margins, and flywheel flutter.29th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0064
To book in a clutch from Borg and Beck Co. Ltd. for fitting on a Bentley engine.29th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0065
Request to order a 13 3/4 inch clutch driven member for a Phantom III from Borg & Beck.31th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0066
Letter to The Borg & Beck Clutch Co. Ltd. concerning the delivery and specification of a clutch plate.31th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0067
Internal expense claim memo for lunch and teas.31th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0068
Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd regarding the despatch of a Phantom III Driven Plate.1st Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0069
Covering order for a 20/25 HP model clutch.3rd Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0070
Invoice for two clutches from Borg & Beck Co. Ltd.3rd Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0071
Advice note from Borg & Beck Co., Ltd. regarding the dispatch of one modified 11 A3-G clutch.4th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0072
Completion of an order for Borg & Beck and A-6 clutches.5th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0073
Test report on the D.W.S. Hydraulic Jacks system, detailing clearance issues and jack/release times.5th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0074
Issues with jacks, brackets, gland leaks, and a hydraulic pump.5th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0075
Issues with the release valve, clutch, and pump, including a decision to use a hand pump on the first 50 chassis.5th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0076
Weight breakdown for the components of the D.W.S. Jacking System.5th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0077
Requesting an order for a 20/25 HP model 11.A.3 type clutch from Borg & Beck with specific components.5th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0078
Letter to Messrs Borg & Beck regarding the return and modification of 10.A.3 clutches and an order for a new 11.A.3 clutch.5th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0079
To book in a clutch collected from Borg and Beck.5th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0080
Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd concerning the manufacturing rights and supply of 'Long' type clutch plates.5th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0081
Measurement diagram of Borg & Beck driven plates to EX. 44.5th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0082
Design changes to the 11' Borg and Beck clutch for the 25-30 HP model.5th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0083
Further failures of Borg & Beck clutches during high-speed endurance testing, focusing on eyebolt issues and vibratory movements.5th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0084
Investigation into the failure of Borg & Beck eyebolts and discussions on strengthening them.5th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0085
Log of failures for Borg & Beck clutches.21th Jan 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0086
Photograph showing examples of failed eye-bolts from Borg & Beck clutches.5th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0087
Tests conducted on a Borg & Beck clutch to determine the cause of lever bolt breakages.5th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0088
Hairpin spring and clutch bolt fatigue with proposed design changes.5th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0089
Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding the design and materials for clutch components.6th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0090
Request to despatch a Ph.III clutch hub to Messrs. Borg & Beck for a new compound cushion plate trial.7th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0091
Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. requesting performance data and characteristics for a semi-centrifugal clutch.10th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0092
Tests on different thrust springs for the Borg & Beck clutch on the 25/30 HP model.11th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0093
Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding progress and technical data for a 'Long type Clutch'.11th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0094
Sending two types of clutches to Messrs Borg & Beck for modifications.11th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0095
Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. regarding the return and rebuilding of an 11A6 and an 11A3 clutch.11th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0096
Recommending an amendment to the 25/30 HP clutch specification based on prolonged testing.12th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0097
Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck confirming the urgent rebuilding of returned clutches.12th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0098
Dispatch of clutches to Borg & Beck for modifications under order number 54307.13th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0099
Letter to Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. regarding the modification and return of clutch components.13th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0100
Road test report on a Borg & Beck Clutch to determine the cause of bolt breakages.13th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0101
Letter to The Borg & Beck Co. Ltd. confirming a specification change for 11' production clutches and providing test feedback.13th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0102
Instruction to despatch two types of clutches to Borg & Beck Limited for modification.13th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0103
Identifying a Borg & Beck clutch plate for the 34-EX car.14th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0104
Listing different Borg & Beck Ph.III clutch driven plates and their corresponding reference numbers and specifications.14th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0105
Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding the construction and dispatch of a driven plate with an oil slinger.14th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0106
Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. acknowledging the return of clutch parts for modification.14th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0107
Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding a clutch specification for a 20/25-HP application.14th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0108
Specification and recommendation sheet for a Borg & Beck clutch.14th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0109
Order for a driven plate from Borg & Beck.15th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0110
Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. concerning a revised specification BB.252, an oil slinger, and an 11 inch plate.15th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0111
Despatch note for clutch parts to be sent to Messrs. Borg & Beck Limited for modifications.17th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0112
Letter to Borg & Beck Ltd. concerning the testing, modification and supply of clutch components.17th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0113
Letter requesting recommendations for the design of a clutch housing suitable for a ventilated clutch.17th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0114
Road test report on a lightened Borg & Beck clutch after 266 miles in London traffic.18th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0115
The testing and specification of Phantom III clutch plates.18th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0116
Specifications for the 25/30 HP clutch.19th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0117
Advice note from Borg & Beck for a rectified A6 cover assembly.19th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0118
Arranging to book a modified Borg & Beck type 10A6 clutch for a Bentley into the Works.19th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0119
Letter to Messrs. Borg & Beck Ltd. confirming points discussed regarding clutch components and modifications.20th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0120
Letter concerning clutch plate balance, outstanding orders, and methods for marking engine timing positions.20th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0121
Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding an oil slinger drawing and plate modifications.21th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0122
Letter from Borg & Beck Company Limited regarding component specifications and manufacturing processes for clutch parts.21th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0123
Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding tests on a model 11' clutch and a proposal for a ventilated clutch housing.21th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0124
To Roy attaching a copy of a requested document.24th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0125
Specification document for a C-16 unit clutch.25th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0126
Recommendations for making and protecting engine timing markings on Borg & Beck clutches.26th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0127
Letter from a clutch manufacturer regarding a delay in re-building clutch cover assemblies due to material supply.26th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0128
Dispatch of clutch parts to Borg & Beck Ltd. and requesting modifications.27th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0129
Letter to a supplier regarding modifications and returns of clutch assemblies.27th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0130
Letter to The Borg & Beck Company Ltd. regarding engine timing marks, friction plate balance, and steel supply for clutches.28th Feb 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0131
Despatch note for various clutch parts to be sent to Borg & Beck Limited in Leamington Spa.2nd Mar 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0132
Letter from clutch manufacturer Borg & Beck regarding the balance of 13.5 inch diameter friction plates.2nd Mar 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0133
Two oil slingers being sent to The Borg & Beek Company.3rd Mar 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0134
Letter to The Borg & Beck Company regarding the despatch of two finished oil slingers.3rd Mar 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0135
Technical memo addressing issues with seat adjustment, clutch life, oil consumption, and engine pinking/detonation.3rd Mar 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0136
Experimental brake development to reduce squeaking and increase consistency.5th May 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0137
Letter to Durion Ltd. regarding the chromium plating of a clutch driven plate for wear testing.3rd Mar 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0138
Internal order request for chromium plating a clutch driven plate.3rd Mar 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0139
Sending a clutch driven plate for chromium plating to Messrs. Durion Ltd.4th Mar 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0140
Despatch note for 2 oil slingers to be fixed on to plates for Messrs. Borg & Beck Limited.4th Mar 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0141
Letter from Borg & Beck Company Ltd. acknowledging an order for clutch plates and oil slingers.4th Mar 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0142
Letter from Durion Limited confirming the receipt of a clutch driven plate for chromium plating.5th Mar 1936Box 129 \ 3  scan0143


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