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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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Service complaints for Bentley Speedometer and Rev. Counter Drives with a proposed design solution.20th May 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0223
Service complaints concerning Bentley instrument lighting.20th May 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0224
Inquiry about the results of new KLG. FLB.30X parts fitted to the 25/30 model.20th May 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0225
Squeaking brakes on Bentley & 25/30 models due to insufficient pilot shoe load.20th May 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0226
Instruction to fit a 100 mesh filter gauze to the petrol filter on all Experimental Phantom engines, replacing the existing 60 mesh gauze.20th May 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0227
Disallowed expenses for taxi fare and a dinner bill.20th May 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0228
Unintentional carburetter design change between the 25/30 and Phantom III models.20th May 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0229
Service complaint memo regarding a bonnet hinge rod working out on a 25/30 Ph.III model.21th May 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0230
Trial of Palmetto Water Gland Packing and proposing its standardization.21th May 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0231
Service complaint memo detailing the cause and solution for sticking Bentley throttle controls.22th May 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0232
Notice on the failure of a Bentley rocker shaft due to a loose pedestal nut, with instructions for depots.22th May 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0233
Service issues with the rubber coupled dynamo drive on the Wraith model.22th May 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0234
Proposal to test a new starter motor design for the Wraith model, featuring a small pinion and smaller screwed shaft.22th May 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0235
Service complaint memo detailing slackness and lost movement in the Phantom III ignition controls.24th May 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0236
Rubber coupling drive, specifically the Wraith Dynamo Drive, on Bentley and Phantom models.24th May 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0237
Service complaint regarding unsatisfactory ignition controls on the Phantom III due to slackness in bearings and levers.24th May 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0238
The failure of float chamber covers on early Bentley S.U. Carburetters.25th May 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0239
The Wraith water pump gland packing and circle butt joint.25th May 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0240
Carburetter flooding on the Phantom III, identifying the difference in filter mesh size compared to the 25/30 HP model.27th May 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0241
Trying out lightened exhaust valves on a Phantom II to reduce valve noise, requiring altered valve guides.27th May 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0242
Investigation report on a recurring carburettor flooding issue on a Phantom III.27th May 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0243
Noisy Wraith dynamo drives, noting the fitting of larger rubber blocks and a design concern regarding alignment.27th May 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0244
Faulty Bentley rear axle being returned for repair.28th May 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0245
Under bonnet temperatures and proposing solutions related to airflow and deflection plates.31th May 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0246
Suggestion to reduce under-bonnet temperatures on the Phantom III by modifying the flywheel and casing to act as a fan.31th May 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0247
With a diagram illustrating a fault where the front brake pull rod fouls on the frame.31th May 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0248
On aluminium debris in carburettor float chambers and a Stromberg jet body manufacturing defect.2nd Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0249
Fault with the Phantom III accelerator mechanism counter shaft, which collapses when bolts are over-tightened.2nd Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0250
Service trouble report for the Bentley 3½ and 4¼ Litre models.2nd Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0251
The unsuitability of aluminium washers for joints and the preference for copper asbestos washers.2nd Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0252
The examination of Phantom III brake rod fouling issues.2nd Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0253
The supply of high tension wire to the Cricklewood depot.2nd Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0254
Unresolved supply of correct high tension wire to the Cricklewood depot.2nd Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0255
Cylinder bore wear measurements, petrol pump troubles, and a message regarding a Bentley.3rd Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0256
Issues and modifications to the Phantom III starter motor cork friction disc.3rd Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0257
Starter motor modifications and flywheel wear on vehicle 35-EX.3rd Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0258
Cylinder bore wear measurements, petrol pump troubles, and accessibility points.3rd Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0259
From G. Ratcliffe to Cricklewood confirming an enclosed memo has been sent in reply to an earlier letter.3rd Jun 1933Box 131 \ 4  scan0260
Minutes of a conference on works complaints, suggesting design alterations to facilitate engine repairs.3rd Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0261
List of observed issues and suggested improvements for shock dampers, starter motors, coachwork, and handbrake levers on Bentley models.3rd Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0262
Maintenance difficulties and costs associated with the one-shot lubrication system due to modern coachwork design.4th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0263
Issues with Phantom III sparking plug terminals and ignition wires due to component changes.4th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0264
Slack measurement on the inner roller bearings of a Bentley rear axle pinion.4th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0265
Slack measurement on the inner roller bearings of a Bentley rear axle pinion.4th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0266
Bore sizes for Austin 12/6 engines and the performance of Specialloid pistons in Leyland diesel engines.7th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0267
Request for the cost of special E.85506 valve guides for a Phantom II vehicle.7th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0268
The results of a 100-mile road test for oil consumption for Mr. Embircios.7th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0269
The results of a 100-mile road test for oil consumption for Mr. Embircios' vehicle.7th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0270
Reporting the failure of joint washers made from Seacork laminated cork during trials.7th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0271
Issues with the Bentley Oil Gauge's thin copper wire link, which can lead to incorrect oil level readings and potential engine failure.8th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0272
Follow-up memo regarding a complaint about faulty high tension wire at the Cricklewood Depot.8th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0273
The progress of a brake turning tool and enclosing a drawing for a valve assembly tool.8th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0274
Hand-drawn diagram with dimensions for a tool used to fit valve springs.9th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0275
The premature sludging of Phantom III pressure oil filters.9th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0276
To Bentley Depot about service equipment, specifically a brake turning tool and a valve assembly tool.8th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0277
Blueprint for a tool used to fit valve springs, also showing a tool for pushing a locking ring into position.8th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0278
Blueprint of a throttle flange joint for 4 1/4 and 3 1/2 litre engines.8th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0279
Throttle body distortion on 4¼-litre Bentleys due to the use of non-standard spanners by fitters.8th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0280
Blueprint detailing two versions of a Throttle Flange Joint for different engine sizes.9th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0281
Confirming a telephone conversation regarding issues with Bentley connecting rod liners and oil-filled rear axles upon delivery.9th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0282
Investigating repeated fractures in Phantom III rocker shafts.9th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0283
Service complaints regarding rod weight differences and stamping procedures.10th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0284
The condition of Con.Rod and main bearings from Mr. A. Embiricos's Bentley 260.GA.11th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0285
Various engine and chassis issues identified during testing.11th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0286
Design flaws of the Phantom III petrol filter, including its fixing, pipe alignment, and union joints.10th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0287
Damage found on a reconditioned Bentley rear axle.10th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0288
The condition of Con.Rod and main bearings from a Bentley 260.GA, highlighting issues with shims and uneven wear.11th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0289
Suggestion to prevent distortion of the carburettor flange joint on a 4 1/4 Bentley by fitting rings to the joint washers.11th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0290
Blueprint drawing of a flange indicating where ring washers are fitted.Box 131 \ 4  scan0291
Design flaw where the spring for the Bentley anti-rattle pedal device is too small.Box 131 \ 4  scan0292
Blueprint drawing of a corrugated or concertina-like component with dimensional annotations.12th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0293
Measurements of Bentley pistons in a new cylinder block, questioning a potential modification.12th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0294
Phantom III Accelerator Countershaft, sent in response to an earlier query.12th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0295
25/30 model breakdown where the fault was found to be a broken low tension lead to the coil.14th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0296
Aluminium turnings found in a Phantom III filter from chassis 3.BU.78.14th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0297
Mr. Sopwith's Phantom III, which requires attention to the back axle at the Derby works.14th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0298
The inspection and rectification of faults found on Chassis B.260.GA, owned by Mr. A. Embiricos.15th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0299
Engine faults and corrective work carried out for chassis B.260.GA.15th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0300
Final report on engine testing and oil consumption for Chassis B.260.GA.15th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0301
Modifications and a performance report for the Bentley London Trials Car.15th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0302
Recurring throttle spindle fouling issue on Phantom III cars at the Cricklewood Depot.10th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0303
Failure and return of two Bentley dynamos due to commutator blacking.17th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0304
Non-use of correct spanners at Kingsbury, causing throttle sticking.18th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0305
Axle noise complaint on Mr. Sopwith's Phantom III (3.AZ.90), which was traced to the tyres and rectified.19th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0306
Axle noise complaint on Mr. Sopwith's Phantom III car, chassis 3.AZ.90, and its resolution.19th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0307
Failure of wire insulation for the Bentley petrol indicator due to oil saturation.21th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0308
Confirming a cylinder block will be mailed to Paris.22th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0309
Phantom III gearbox synchromesh cone issue and a query about bearing clearance.22th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0310
Bentley axle noise complaint and its diagnosis.22th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0311
Repeated rear axle shaft failure on a Bentley, chassis 189.B.L., attributed to reckless driving.22th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0312
The poor condition of stove enamelling on cylinder blocks after service.22th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0313
The return of two faulty Bentley front anchorage brackets for inspection.23th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0314
Clearance issues on a Raymond Mays' Bentley B.24.GA after fitting larger cooling brake drums and longer steering arms.23th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0315
No.2 connecting rod failure in a 4 1/4 Bentley, chassis B.14.HK, with mileage 11,642.23th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0316
Confirming the standardization of an oil and petrol resisting cable for the Bentley petrol gauge wire.24th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0317
Modification for an anti-rattle scheme for Bentley pedals.24th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0318
Attempts to quiet a noisy Bentley rear axle for a critical owner.24th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0319
The history and examination of a faulty Bentley dynamo.24th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0320
Blueprint showing the correct and incorrect drilling positions for a reduction housing for a tachometer drive.24th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0321
Sending three sectioned exhaust valves for the Phantom II, detailing their respective part numbers and series usage.24th Jun 1937Box 131 \ 4  scan0322


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