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Page 2 of a report detailing engine performance tests, including power curves, valve timings, and fuel used.17th Sep 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0106
Report page detailing engine test results, including valve timings, cylinder head comparisons, and detonation curves.17th Sep 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0107
Report page detailing engine performance tests, including power curves, detonation, and fuel consumption under various conditions.17th Sep 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0108
Motoring loss curve tests under various engine component configurations.17th Sep 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0109
Engine power analysis for naturally aspirated running, detailing the effects of valve timing and pipe lengths.17th Sep 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0110
Engine detonation characteristics, air consumption, and motoring losses.17th Sep 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0111
Analysis of engine testing methodologies, comparing Rudge and Bentley engines, and investigating anomalies like vibration and friction losses.17th Sep 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0112
Comparison of Rudge and Bentley engine features and performance, including notes on supercharged running tests.17th Sep 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0113
Analysis of temperature distribution and performance curves for an air-cooled cylinder unit.17th Sep 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0114
Analysis of cylinder head temperatures and engine detonation characteristics under supercharged conditions.17th Sep 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0115
The performance of a water-cooled unit, detailing issues and comparing temperatures to an air-cooled version.17th Sep 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0116
Analysis of cylinder head temperatures and a performance comparison with Bentley and Rudge designs.17th Sep 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0117
Comparative analysis of engine performance metrics (BMEP, RPM) for different inlet valve and camshaft configurations.17th Sep 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0118
Engine performance issues including vibration, slow running, oil temperature, and water circulation.17th Sep 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0119
Mechanical failures encountered during testing of a 500 c.c. 'Ulster' Rudge unit.17th Sep 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0120
Comparison table of constructional details for Rudge, Standard Bentley, and HP single/twin inlet engines.17th Sep 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0121
List of major spares for a 500 c.c. Rudge Unit, with remarks on condition and cost.18th Sep 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0122
List of major spares in possession for a 500 c.c. Rudge Unit.18th Sep 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0123
Invoice from Rudge Whitworth Ltd. for dismantling flywheels and confirming collection.22th Sep 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0124
Letter to Rudge-Whitworth Co. Ltd. about the disposal of parts from a unit after experimentation.24th Sep 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0125
To book in parts collected from Rudge-Whitworth's.26th Sep 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0126
Internal order request for rubber tubing for a single cylinder chassis unit.16th Oct 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0127
Request to manufacture an adaptor for a Chassis Single Cylinder Unit.19th Oct 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0128
Request to manufacture a top half crankcase for a single-cylinder unit in cast iron instead of the current aluminium.21th Oct 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0129
Modifications to the Phantom III oil pressure filters to address sludging.26th Oct 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0130
Modifications to the Air Flow Rig No. 2c Bed.26th Oct 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0131
Potential relocation of the Bentley Single Cylinder Unit equipment to the old garage.28th Oct 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0132
From Sg. to Rm. suggesting a meeting to discuss repairs for a smashed Overhead Camshaft Bentley engine.30th Oct 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0133
Outlining the proposed development programme and parts required for the Chassis Universal Unit.30th Oct 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0134
Heating system and equipment for the No. 2 Test House.16th Nov 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0135
Hold-up on a valve rig for 2.c.Bed and a request for a scheme.24th Nov 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0136
Letter to Rudge Whitworth Ltd. concerning alum. bronze castings and enclosing a final engine report.27th Nov 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0137
Request to arrange for the fitting of a coolant jet to a cylinder block for a high power head.3rd Dec 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0138
Detailed programme of work and tests to be carried out on a single cylinder chassis unit.4th Dec 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0139
List of engine performance and detonation tests with associated shop instructions.4th Dec 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0140
List of planned engine performance and tuning tests.7th Dec 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0141
Drawing detailing the throat areas and cross-sections of high-power supercharger heads.7th Dec 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0142
Utility of a valve rig and proposing adaptable test setups for Bentley and Spectre units on a No.2.C. bed.11th Dec 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0143
Internal order request for six Tecalemit oil cleaner elements.18th Dec 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0144
Out of true flywheel coupling piece and the urgent replacement of a dangerous coupling shaft on a S/C Bentley.11th Dec 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0145
Requesting the manufacture of a carburetter intake pipe, an induction pipe, and two tachometer drives.14th Dec 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0146
Sending prints for fittings and a modified top washer to test a new method for a valve lift indicator on a Bentley engine.17th Dec 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0147
Detailed programme of work to be carried out on the single cylinder chassis unit.22th Dec 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0148
Test schedule detailing engine modifications and performance checks on carburetors, cylinder heads, and ignition systems.22th Dec 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0149
Schedule of engine performance and component tests, numbers 29 to 35.29th Dec 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0150
Requesting the rebuild of an S/C Bentley unit with specific modifications.29th Dec 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0151
Approximate summary programme of work to be done on the Chassis S/C unit over the next few weeks.29th Dec 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0152
Work schedule for the modification and testing of an aluminum cylinder head.5th Jan 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0153
Urgent follow-up memo requesting the fitting of a new coupling shaft to an S/C Chassis Unit.5th Jan 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0154
Description of a motoring rig and valve lift indicator, including parts and fitting instructions for various models.15th Jan 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0155
List of prints for various component parts and modifications.15th Jan 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0156
Chasing the urgent completion of a new coupling shaft for the S/C Chassis Unit, which is causing delays.20th Jan 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0157
Overhaul of a used chassis unit's top half to serve as a spare.22th Jan 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0158
Requesting to expedite the preparation of parts for the Valve Gear Rig to minimize downtime.25th Jan 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0159
Request to the Pattern Shop for 4 racks to store bearings for an experimental chassis unit test.26th Jan 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0160
Request to manufacture parts for compression tests on an O.H.C. Bentley.3rd Feb 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0161
Letter to Laurence Scott & Electromotors Ltd. regarding proposals for modifying a 40 HP Dynamometer.15th Feb 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0162
Outlining the benefits of equipment modifications for improved engine tuning, accuracy, and sensitivity.5th Feb 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0163
Work programme and schedule of tests for an S/C Chassis Unit, specifically a standard Bentley Unit.5th Feb 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0164
Authorising the modification of High Power Head No.2 following the completion of tests.20th Feb 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0165
Work programme for a supercharged chassis unit, detailing running times and a schedule of modifications and tests.22th Feb 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0166
List of outstanding spares and a required chassis modification.22th Feb 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0167
Internal request to place an official order for six corrujoint washers.22th Feb 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0168
Letter to a supplier regarding an urgent order for corrujoint washers, enclosing a drawing.22th Feb 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0169
Letter to The Corrugated Packing & Sheet Metal Co. Ltd. enclosing a previously omitted print, EB.1999.23th Feb 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0170
Work programme and list of outstanding spares for an S/C Chassis Unit.1st Mar 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0171
Re-conditioned item being urgently required to prevent a potential hold-up.1st Mar 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0172
Transfer of a single cylinder Bentley unit to test bed No.2.A.5th Mar 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0173
Confirming the delivery and installation of a machine for cutting plaster casts of cylinder heads.5th Mar 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0174
Requesting updated specifications for modifications made to an S/C Chassis Unit.8th Mar 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0175
Work programme and status update for a chassis unit, detailing running times, upcoming tests, and outstanding parts.9th Mar 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0176
Work schedule and parts request for a Chassis S/C Unit.15th Mar 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0177
Listing urgent spare parts and instructions for chassis modifications.24th Jan 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0178
Detonation issues with uncooled valves, requesting high priority for the creation of cooled exhaust valves for a single-cylinder unit.17th Mar 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0179
Urgent internal order request for six C. and A. gaskets.19th Mar 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0180
Running and fitting times for the Chassis S/C. Unit for the week ending 20th March 1937.22th Mar 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0181
Internal request to place an official order for three corrujoint washers from The Southwark Manufacturing Co. Ltd.22th Mar 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0182
Letter to a supplier regarding a design modification for an order of corrujoint washers.22th Mar 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0183
Chassis S/C unit's status, running time, and required spare parts.5th Apr 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0184
Suggesting the indicator mechanism for the valve gear rig be made and tested early.13th Apr 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0185
Work programme for a supercharged chassis unit, detailing tests on various joints and a list of instructed spare parts.13th Apr 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0186
Instructions regarding the assembly and parts required for a valve gear test rig.13th Apr 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0187
Work program and progress report for the Chassis S/C Unit for the week ending 17th April 1937.20th Apr 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0188
Request to complete a rig using a Bentley crankcase, referencing specific scheme numbers.20th Apr 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0189
Requesting the urgent setup of a valve gear rig for coupling tests on Phantom III and Bentley components.20th Apr 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0190
Work programme for a Chassis S/C Unit, involving testing of various engine components.23th Apr 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0191
Scheme to install a water brake on the No.2a test bed to free up an electric motor.26th Apr 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0192
Work schedule and status report for the Chassis S/C Unit, listing tasks, tests, and outstanding spares.27th Apr 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0193
Work programme for a Chassis S/C Unit, detailing component fitting and testing schedules due to a delay.3rd May 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0194
Work schedule for fitting and testing different engine heads and valves.5th May 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0195
Modifications and testing of a Chassis S/C Unit.5th May 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0196
Request for plaster of Paris for use on the sectional machine for cylinder head tests.5th May 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0197
The running times, work programme, and outstanding spares for the Chassis S/C Unit.10th May 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0198
Specifications and comparisons for various 8-cylinder engine configurations.13th May 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0199
The investigation of friction losses in 3.5 litre and 4.25 litre Bentley engines.13th May 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0200
Page 2 of a report analysing engine efficiency, chromium plated bores, and losses in silencer and induction systems.13th May 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0201
Analysis of engine component losses including pumping, tappets, and piston rings for 3.5 and 4.25 litre units.13th May 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0202
Comparison of power losses in pistons, connecting rods, and water pumps for 3½ and 4¼ litre engines.13th May 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0203
Comparison of L.HP figures and discussion of mechanical efficiency for 3.5 and 4.25 litre engines.13th May 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0204
Engine breathing, valve timing, and potential efficiency gains without deteriorating quality.13th May 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0205


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