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Payment issues and engine valve problems for Capt. Staniland's Bentley.30th Mar 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0053
Establishing a procedure to centralise information on parts that fail in service.5th Apr 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0054
Cover sheet for charts detailing complaints about the 4¼ Litre Bentley.17th Apr 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0055
Chart tracking engine complaints for the 4¼ Bentley model during 1939.1st Jan 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0056
Blank chart for tracking 1939 engine failures on 3 1/2 and 4 1/4 litre Bentley cars.30th Jun 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0057
Chart tracking various engine faults and modifications over the first six months of 1939.30th Jun 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0058
Blueprint chart tracking component failures and complaints for the first half of 1939.30th Jun 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0059
Bar chart tracking clutch and brake issues and repairs by month for the first half of 1939.30th Jun 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0060
Blueprint bar chart tracking vehicle mechanical faults over a six-month period in 1939.30th Jun 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0061
Fault analysis chart for various vehicle components from January to June 1939, showing the frequency of different issues.1st Jan 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0062
Obtaining cylinder measurements from four Chevrolet and one Pontiac engines.17th Apr 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0063
Thank you letter concerning cylinder bore figures and requesting further information.20th Apr 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0064
Cover note for amended charts of 4 1/4 Litre Bentley complaints up to the end of March.22th Apr 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0065
Monthly bar chart tracking various engine issues and their resolutions from January to June 1939.30th Jun 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0066
Bar chart tracking various rear axle and silencer faults over the first six months of 1939.1st Jan 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0067
Bar chart tracking clutch and brake faults reported between January and June 1939.1st Jan 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0068
Blueprint chart tracking vehicle faults over the first half of 1939.1st Jul 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0069
Blueprint chart tracking component faults by month for the first half of 1939.25th Apr 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0070
Covering letter enclosing communication from the Zenith Carburetter Co. regarding product complaints.25th Apr 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0071
Letter from Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd. regarding carburettor issues for 'Wraith' and 'Phantom III' models.20th Apr 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0072
Letter from The Zenith Carburetter Co. Ltd. responding to complaints about their products.10th May 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0073
Charts of complaints for the 4¼ Litre Bentley.10th May 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0074
Chart tracking vehicle component faults and average mileage over several months in 1939.1st Jan 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0075
Monthly fault analysis bar chart from January to June 1939.1st Jun 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0076
Fault analysis chart from 1939 tracking clutch and brake issues over six months.1st Jun 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0077
Bar chart tracking vehicle faults and complaints from January to June 1939.1st Jun 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0078
Bar chart tracking various engine faults and their causes over a six-month period in 1939.1st Jun 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0079
Chart tracking engine failures for 3 1/2 and 4 1/4 Bentley models for the year 1939.1st Jun 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0080
Bar chart tracking various engine complaints for the 4 1/4 Bentley model during the first half of 1939.15th May 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0081
Acquisition of cylinder wear data for Packard and V.8. Ford vehicles.15th May 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0082
Broken front exhaust expansion chamber supports for a Wraith WXA-37.18th May 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0083
Failure of tubular stays on the Wraith front expansion chamber supports due to compression.20th May 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0084
Query about troubleshooting fierce clutches with graphite bronze friction linings on 25 HP models.24th May 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0085
Clutch fierceness in the 20/25 model with graphite bronze facings.25th May 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0086
Cover note for amended charts regarding 4 1/4 Litre Bentley complaints up to the end of May.20th Jun 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0087
Bar chart tracking monthly complaints for the 4 1/4 Bentley engine from January to June 1939.30th Jun 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0088
Chart tracking engine failures for 3 1/2 and 4 1/4 litre Bentley models during 1939.30th Jun 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0089
Blueprint bar chart tracking engine faults and remedies over several months in 1939.30th Jun 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0090
Blueprint bar chart tracking component complaints and failures by month for the year 1939.1st Jan 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0091
Bar chart tracking vehicle fault types and frequencies from January to June 1939.30th Jun 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0092
Bar chart tracking vehicle faults and maintenance for the period of January to June 1939.30th Jun 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0093
Monthly bar chart from 1939 tracking the frequency of various vehicle component faults.22th Jun 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0094
Cover note for a report on outstanding complaints for cars in service.22th Jun 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0095
Strategy for addressing and tracking in-service car troubles.22th Jun 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0096
Engine component issues, specifically worn camshafts, tappets, and sticking rockers on the Phantom III model.22th Jun 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0097
Issues with over-oiling on the Wraith and valve sinkage on Wraith, 25/30 HP, and Bentley models.22th Jun 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0098
Engine overheating issues and Wraith suspension problems.22th Jun 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0099
Weight distribution and diagnosing engine knocks in Phantom III cars.22th Jun 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0100
Idler gear failures for the Phantom III and exhaust manifold joint issues for the Wraith.22th Jun 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0101
Simplification of petrol tank types for future cars.5th Jul 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0102
Standardisation of petrol tanks versus custom variations for different models and markets.11th Jul 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0103
Servicing, stock, and interchangeability of petrol tanks and gauges for various models.18th Jul 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0104
Service troubles report on worn camshafts and tappets for the PH.III engine, detailing alternative solutions.18th Jul 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0105
The running of car 27.G.VI and a detailed investigation into exhaust valve sinkage.18th Jul 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0106
Idler gear failures, brake squeaks, and bumper spring plate issues across different car models.18th Jul 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0107
Cover note for charts detailing complaints about the 4 1/4 Litre Bentley.27th Jul 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0108
Bar chart tracking various engine-related complaints for the 4 1/4 Bentley model during 1939.30th Jun 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0109
Chart tracking engine failures for 3 1/2 and 4 1/4 litre Bentley models.30th Jun 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0110
Fault analysis chart tracking various engine issues over the first six months of 1939.30th Jun 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0111
Monthly failure analysis chart from January to June 1939 for various vehicle components.1st Jan 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0112
Bar chart tracking customer complaints for clutch and brake issues during the first half of 1939.1st Jan 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0113
Bar chart tracking vehicle faults and issues from January to June 1939.30th Jun 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0114
Fault tracking chart for various vehicle components over a six-month period in 1939.1st Jan 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0115
Issues and solutions for the oil supply to non-hydraulic tappets on the Phantom III 'D' series.10th Aug 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0116
Cancellation of the LA modification for drilling rocker shafts on the Phantom III 'DL' Series.18th Aug 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0117
Spline wear on a new type of driving shaft for an 'MR' series rear axle.18th Aug 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0118
Scoring issues with camshafts and tappets on the non-hydraulic 'DL' series Phantom III engine.18th Aug 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0119
Oiling issues and modifications for the Phantom III DL series rocker gear.18th Aug 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0120
Gearbox trouble on a Wraith Chassis WXA-58.18th Aug 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0121
Technical bulletin regarding breakages of Cam balancer springs and detailing the specifications for 20/25 HP and Bentley types.22th Aug 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0122
Investigation into a pronounced engine gear whine on a new Wraith chassis, WHC-40.24th Aug 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0123
Wraith WHC-80 gearbox failure, questioning whether it was due to bad handling or a manufacturing issue.24th Aug 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0124
Analysis of abnormal wear on a returned axle shaft's splines for chassis B.4-MR, concluding the cause is likely faulty fitting.25th Aug 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0125
Recent complaints and faults on Bentley and Wraith cars.25th Aug 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0126
Method to reduce petrol consumption on Bentley vehicles by fitting a special high pressure coil.2nd Oct 1939Box 131 \ 3  scan0127
Two complaints about car components, specifically the floorboard and rear number plate brackets.8th Aug 1940Box 131 \ 3  scan0128
Outlining four outstanding problems with rationalised cars, regarding the propellor shaft, clutch, gearbox, and steering.8th Aug 1940Box 131 \ 3  scan0129
Vehicle issues including propeller shaft vibration, clutch failures, steering shocks, and gearbox rattles.9th Sep 1940Box 131 \ 3  scan0130
The fitting of untested experimental parts to a test car and the associated safety implications.1st Jan 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0001
Safety of parts fitted to the 6.B.IV test car for French tests.2nd Jan 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0002
Sending a set of fan blades and a balance weight by air mail with fitting instructions.4th Jan 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0003
Arranging for a driver and other personnel for car 3.B.IV.5th Jan 1936Box 131 \ 4  scan0004
Telegraph message reporting a big end failure and that particulars will follow.6th Jan 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0005
Shipment and use of a new variety of EP oil for a back axle in France.6th Jan 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0006
Engagement of a new typist and arrangements for office space and meetings for quarterly complaints.7th Jan 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0007
Adhesion properties of RR.56 bearing metal compared to white metal during the bedding-in of Bentley crankshafts.9th Jan 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0008
Invoicing discrepancies for car garaging and a loaned driver for a Bentley test.9th Jan 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0009
Scheme for extra oil to the push rods on the Phantom III.9th Jan 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0010
Bearing situation in France and its policy implications.9th Jan 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0011
Test report memo on the handling and ride comfort of a specially sprung 25 HP car.9th Jan 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0012
Profit analysis on Bentley sales in France and a related situation in Paris.11th Jan 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0013
Request for details on the torsional stabiliser or rear road springs of a car sprung by Paris.11th Jan 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0014
Complaint about a rattling noise on a Bentley due to a clip falling off the front expansion box.11th Jan 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0015
Complaints regarding the poor enamelling and finish on Bentley 25/30 HP model engines.11th Jan 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0016
Phantom III complaints of low-speed wobbles due to cross steering tube issues.11th Jan 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0017
Complaint of a rattling clip on the Bentley's front expansion box and the proposed solution.11th Jan 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0018
Confirming a modification for a rear lagging clip has been implemented on all production cars.18th Jan 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0019
Message to Hancock in France with instructions to make a phone call.18th Jan 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0020
The dispatch of three sets of Bentley front axle control units.22th Jan 1936Box 131 \ 4  scan0021
Usage information for a Bentley Chassis B.137.EJ regarding cylinder bore wear.25th Jan 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0022


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