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Chart of complaints for the 4¼ litre Bentley, tracking faults from January to June 1938.30th Jun 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0146
Invitation to a luncheon regarding a visit and a Depot Complaints Conference.11th Apr 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0147
Brief typed message regarding a complaint conference.11th Apr 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0148
Minutes of a Chassis Complaints Conference meeting.12th Apr 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0149
Worst features of the Phantom III model, covering steering, brake, and clutch issues.12th Apr 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0150
Component issues including flooding carburetters, brake seizures, radiator overheating, and servo squeaks.12th Apr 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0151
List of complaints and proposed solutions for various automotive components.12th Apr 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0152
List of 'Worst Features' for the 25/30 model, including issues and proposed remedies.12th Apr 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0153
Various Bentley vehicle issues including fuel recommendations, modifications, axle rattle, wheel drivers, and engine roughness.12th Apr 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0154
Recommended maximum vehicle speeds, noisy axles, and unreliable clocks and speedometers.13th Apr 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0155
Efficiency and agenda of Depot Conferences and issues with various car models.13th Apr 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0156
Agenda and outcomes of a Chassis Complaint Conference, detailing outstanding issues.14th Apr 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0157
Inspection of the Phantom III crankcase, addressing water leaks and staining.20th Apr 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0158
Juddering Thermoid clutch issue in a Phantom III, chassis 3-AX-173, for the Duke of Portland.26th Apr 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0159
Carburetter issue for a Phantom III vehicle at 200 miles, concerning brass turnings and pump construction.26th Apr 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0160
Investigation into premature cylinder wear on a Bentley 4¼ litre car.26th Apr 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0161
The use of thin oils in Bentley engines and a survey of oils currently in use.4th May 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0162
Fierce clutch and sticking valve rockers on Phantom III, chassis 3-AX-173, for Rt. Hon. Lord Portal.4th May 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0163
Complaints and resolutions for components on the Phantom III and 25/30 HP models.4th May 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0164
Bentley engine roughness and a list of cost-saving service improvements.4th May 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0165
Complaints regarding noise from heavy valves on the Phantom II model, detailing cases and profit.4th May 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0166
The successful testing of rocker cover joints on the Phantom III and requesting further supplies for the Depot.4th May 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0167
Instruction regarding future supplies of Phantom III rocker cover joints made from Vellumoid.5th May 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0168
Test on the use of thin oils on Bentley cars to reduce cylinder bore wear.6th May 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0169
Trial of thin oils on Bentley cars and the potential liability regarding increased cylinder wear.9th May 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0170
Experimental use of thin oils on re-bored Bentley cars to assess cylinder bore wear.10th May 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0171
Visit to the Paris Depot and bringing the Paris Foreman to Derby to investigate and share working methods.17th May 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0172
Noisy rear axle and the return of thrust race GB.2680 for examination.17th May 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0173
Depot methods for dealing with complaints, chiefly concerning engine work on Bentley cars.23th May 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0174
Comparison of engine repair methods and associated labor hours at the Kingsbury, Derby, and Paris depots.23th May 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0175
Analysis of labour hours required for engine decarburation with different modifications.23th May 1936Box 131 \ 2  scan0176
Hydraulic dampers returned from Cricklewood to determine if the complaints and subsequent changes were justified.27th May 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0177
Proposal to shorten the Bentley change speed lever based on owner feedback.28th May 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0178
Customer complaint about axle noise and vibration on chassis B.162.LS.2nd Jun 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0179
Cover note for charts detailing complaints about the 4¼ Litre Bentley model.8th Jun 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0180
Line chart tracking the number of complaints for the 4 1/4 Bentley model from January to June 1938.30th Jun 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0181
Line chart plotting the number of complaints for the Bentley 4 1/4 litre model from January to June 1938.30th Jun 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0182
Chart tracking customer complaints for the 4¼ Bentley model for the first six months of 1938.1st Jan 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0183
Line graph charting customer complaints for the 4 1/4 Bentley model in 1938.1st Jan 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0184
Chart tracking the number of complaints for a 4¼ Litre Bentley during 1938.30th Jun 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0185
Chart tracking monthly complaints for the 4¼ Bentley model for the first half of 1938.30th Jun 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0186
Chart tracking the number of customer complaints for a 4 1/4 Litre Bentley in 1938.30th Jun 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0187
Chart tracking complaints for the 4 1/4 litre Bentley engine during 1938.1st Jan 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0188
Chart of complaints for the Bentley 4¼ litre model from July to December 1938.1st Jan 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0189
Chart tracking customer complaints for the Bentley 4 1/4 litre model during 1938.1st Jan 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0190
Chart tracking complaints for a Bentley 4 1/4 litre car during 1938.1st Jan 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0191
Chart of complaints for the 4 1/4 Litre Bentley, showing issues reported between July and December 1938.1st Jan 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0192
Chart of customer complaints for the 4 1/4 Bentley model from July to December 1938.1st Jan 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0193
Chart of complaints for the 4 1/4 Bentley model from July to December 1938.10th Jun 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0194
Loose and rattling baffle from a Bentley B.112.LS front expansion chamber due to insufficient riveting.10th Jun 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0195
Modifications to an exhaust system to reduce booming noise on chassis B.162.LS.11th Jun 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0196
Positions and design of the change speed lever for various Bentley models.13th Jun 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0197
Large number of complaints regarding the 25/30 carburetter.15th Jun 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0198
Query seeking clarification on a chart of complaints for a 4 1/4 Bentley, specifically concerning the clutch.15th Jun 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0199
Carburetter popping due to sticking valves and cooling issues on the 'DL' Series Phantom III.15th Jun 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0200
Dispute over the diagnostic procedure for an engine popping issue on chassis 3-DL-36.15th Jun 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0201
Valve sticking, an inquest, and the loan of a trials car to an owner.15th Jun 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0202
Condition of bronze and white metal bearings on a 3 1/2 Litre car, chassis B.121.AE.16th Jun 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0203
Failure of a Bentley silencer baffle, suggesting an explosion as the cause.17th Jun 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0204
Resolving a popping carburettor issue on a 'D' Series Phantom III and notes on cooling tests.20th Jun 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0205
Investigation into a carburetter popping issue on Chassis 3-DL-36 for Mrs Luck.20th Jun 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0206
Clutch complaints on Bentley vehicles, specifically the issue of 'jagger'.20th Jun 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0207
Hand-drawn graph tracking complaints of clutch jagger against the number of complete units and centre plates changed.2nd May 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0208
Chart of complaints for the 4¼ Bentley model, tracking various issues from January to June 1938.2nd May 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0209
Blueprint chart tracking complaints for the 4 1/4 Bentley model by component from January to June 1938.1st Jun 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0210
Line graph charting the number of complaints for the 4 1/4 Litre Bentley over several months in 1938.1st Jun 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0211
Blueprint detailing the measurements of main bearings for a specific engine unit and chassis.28th Sep 1934Box 131 \ 2  scan0212
Line chart tracking various customer complaints for the 4 1/4 Bentley model during 1938.1st Jan 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0213
Chart tracking the number of complaints for a 4 1/4 Litre Bentley from January to June 1938.30th Jun 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0214
Chart of complaints for the 4 1/4 Bentley, tracking faults from January to June 1938.30th Jun 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0215
Line chart tracking the number of complaints for a 4 1/4 Bentley across various categories from January to June 1938.1st Jul 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0216
Customer complaints of the Phantom III clutch not stopping.30th Jun 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0217
Inquiry into potential exhaust valve issues with the Bentley 4-Litre 6-Cylinder engine, referencing Leyland's prior experience.5th Jul 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0218
Information regarding Inlet Side Valve Exhaust for cars produced by the Old Bentley Co.8th Jul 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0219
Specifications and history of exhaust and inlet valves for the Bentley 4-litre 6-cylinder engine.6th Jul 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0220
Cracked cooler casings and arranging for an inspection.6th Jul 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0221
Cover note for charts detailing complaints about the 4¼ Litre Bentley.8th Jul 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0222
Line chart tracking the number of complaints for a 4 1/4 Bentley engine from January to June 1938.8th Jul 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0223
Line chart detailing customer complaints for the 4¼ Bentley model from January to June 1938.30th Jun 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0224
Line chart tracking the number of customer complaints for the 4 1/4 litre Bentley in 1938.30th Jun 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0225
Chart of customer complaints for the 4 1/4 Litre Bentley from January to June 1938.30th Jun 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0226
Line chart tracking various customer complaints for the 4 1/4 Litre Bentley from January to June 1938.30th Jun 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0227
Chart of complaints for the 4 1/4 Bentley, tracking the number of faults per month in 1938.30th Jun 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0228
Chart tracking the number of complaints for the 4 1/4 Bentley model during the first half of 1938.1st Jan 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0229
Request to issue a Depot Sheet for a weaker release valve spring for the Phantom III to reduce the risk of top over-oiling, including test figures.8th Jul 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0230
Complaints and corrective actions for the Phantom III model.8th Jul 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0231
Component issues and modifications, including clutches, speedometers, and 25/30 HP complaints.8th Jul 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0232
List of Bentley complaints and proposed modifications for dynamos, pistons, rear axles, and engine bearings.8th Jul 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0233
Sticking ball drain valves, a remote drain on the Wraith, and relief valve springs for a Phantom III.12th Jul 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0234
Customer complaint of a knock in a Bentley rear axle, found to be caused by two bent driving shafts.12th Jul 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0235
Cover note for instructions on setting Wraith brakes.13th Jul 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0236
Questioning the decision to stop fitting propeller shaft dampers on 4 1/4-litre Bentleys.18th Jul 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0237
Experience of Kingsbury, concluding that the prop shaft damper is of little value in reducing over-run axle noise.21th Jul 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0238
Investigation into a recurrent over-oiling complaint on Chassis 3-DL-2.22th Jul 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0239
Engine diagnostics, detailing oil pressure, oil consumption issues, and component inspections following a test run.22th Jul 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0240
Investigation into an oil leak issue involving valve springs, cotters, and subsequent road tests.22th Jul 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0241
Returned Bentley cylinder block (B.144.HK.) with premature bore wear and plans for further testing.5th Aug 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0242
The despatch and re-purposing of a rebored cylinder block (B.144.HK.).5th Aug 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0243
Causes of over-oiling problems in the Phantom III 'DL' Series engines.17th Aug 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0244
Investigation into steering knock on a Phantom III, caused by a lubrication design fault in the Bakelite contact blocks for the cross steering tubes.19th Aug 1938Box 131 \ 2  scan0245


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