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Comparison of driving performance before and after changing to lower-pressure Michelin 'Pilot' tyres, detailing significant improvements in handling and safety.25th Oct 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0074
Translated article from 'L'AUTO' discussing the Michelin 'Pilot' tyre and its effect on roadability and safety.25th Oct 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0075
Confidential letter proposing the permanent employment of Mr. Behnan at the Chateauroux office.4th Feb 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0076
Investigation report into excessive slackness and jamming in a Phantom III steering column for chassis 3.BU.94.5th Nov 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0077
The examination and replacement of steering columns for a Bentley and a new Zographos car (chassis 3.OP.II4).5th Nov 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0078
Request for Michelin 'Pilot' tyres to test on Bentley and Phantom III models.5th Nov 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0079
Translated press clipping from 'L'AUTO' reviewing the London Motor Exhibition, focusing on French manufacturers.23th Oct 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0080
Commentary on vehicle manufacturing strategies, advocating for a single model policy with incremental improvements.23th Oct 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0081
Summary of special technical points and automotive advancements from various manufacturers.23th Oct 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0082
Commentary on various automotive manufacturers, their engines, and features like adjustable seats and steering wheels.22th Oct 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0083
Translated article by Charles Faroux lamenting the absence of bare chassis at the London Motor Exhibition.22th Oct 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0084
Manufacturers exhibiting cars without a chassis and a mention of two specific engines.22th Oct 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0085
Coachwork exhibition at Earl's Court, comparing design philosophies and highlighting specific coachbuilders.22th Oct 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0086
Typed document discussing and comparing British and American car body and bonnet designs.9th Feb 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0087
Internal request for Phantom III chassis information, including engine power curves and gear ratios, for a customer.9th Feb 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0088
Cover letter regarding the translation of two articles by Charles Faroux on the London Motor Exhibition.9th Feb 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0089
Results of wind tunnel tests on a car model and next steps.9th Nov 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0090
The supply of Thermoid faced clutch plates for chassis B.35.KU, the Paris Trials Car.9th Feb 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0091
The fitting and performance of Graphite Bronze clutch faces on two 3½-litre Bentley vehicles.10th Nov 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0092
Confidential internal memo discussing Mr. Behnan's employment and involvement in future vehicle testing in France.10th Nov 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0093
Standardizing a Borg & Beck clutch plate with Thermoid facings for a Bentley trials car.11th Nov 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0094
The despatch of a 10' Thermoid faced Borg & Beck plate to Paris.11th Nov 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0095
To Bentley Motors regarding the unavailability of Michelin Pilot tyres for Bentley or Phantom III wheels.12th Nov 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0096
Letter from Paris to Derby requesting a rapid decision on the body construction for a stream-lined car to avoid delays.12th Nov 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0097
Phantom III chassis power curve, gear ratios, and clarification on superchargers.13th Nov 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0098
Loss of oil pressure on a trials car due to issues with pre-loaded main bearings.15th Nov 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0099
Requesting necessary details in order to issue an instruction sheet.21th Apr 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0100
Low oil pressure and bearing issues on the B.35.KU Paris Trial Car.15th Feb 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0101
Investigation into low oil pressure on Chassis B.25.KU, detailing issues with scored and 'closed in' centre and intermediate bearings.15th Feb 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0102
The inspection of chassis B.35.KU, a Paris Trials Car, detailing crankshaft and bearing measurements.16th Nov 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0103
Findings on oil pipe and bearing adjustments following component removal.16th Nov 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0104
Correspondence regarding a defective o/s oil seal on the rear axle for chassis B.197.JY.17th Feb 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0105
Customs clearance issues in France for a steering column on chassis 22-G-V.17th Nov 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0106
Typed memo detailing an investigation into engine bearing and oil pressure issues on a demonstration car.17th Feb 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0107
Letter discussing issues with AC.2 and AC.7 engine bearings and a request for servo lever parts.17th Nov 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0108
Confidential letter proposing a permanent employment arrangement for an employee, Mr. Behnan, to facilitate his availability for tests at Chateauroux.18th Nov 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0109
Owner's complaint about the engine oil level for chassis B.4I.GP.22th Feb 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0110
Departure from France and customs for chassis 22.G.V.22th Nov 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0111
Arrangements for Mr. Behnan's services and upcoming car tests in Chateauroux.22th Nov 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0112
Letter regarding the fitting of Phantom III connecting rods and a query about the risk of using A.C.6 alloy compared to A.C.2 alloy.30th Nov 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0113
Confirming customer Mr. Benhaim's satisfaction with the steering on chassis 3.AZ.I40.28th Feb 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0114
Engine dismantling and bearing sinkage measurements for chassis B. 10 GA.30th Nov 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0115
Letter detailing a discussion with Messrs Aubert & Duval regarding the suboptimal steel composition used for crankshafts.2nd Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0116
Crankshaft steel compositions (LK.3 and GK.5) and the importance of post-nitriding polishing processes.2nd Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0117
Provisional Air Ministry General Specification for steel suitable for nitrogen hardening.1st Mar 1930Box 146 \ 1  scan0118
Specification for mechanical properties, heat treatment, and nitrogen hardening of parts.1st Mar 1930Box 146 \ 1  scan0119
Specifying the requirements for mechanical testing of parts, including heat treatment and hardness checks.17th Jul 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0120
Air Ministry specification for 60-70 ton Chromium-Molybdenum Steel suitable for nitrogen hardening.17th Jul 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0121
The history of Nitrogen Hardening and a new Hykro steel specification.6th Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0122
Specification document for Hykro Steel, detailing its chemical composition and mechanical properties.6th Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0123
Adopting hykro steel for crankshafts and its suitability for Nitrogen Hardening.6th Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0124
Typed memo about sending a 'Palmarès des Sports' magazine regarding land speed records, with a handwritten note.6th Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0125
Letter comparing the performance of Borg & Beck clutches with Long type clutches, detailing issues with jaggering and vibration.8th Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0126
Phantom III connecting rods, specifically AC.6 alloy bushes, clearances, and a Paris trials car.8th Dec 1938Box 146 \ 1  scan0127
Letter discussing the performance and selection of nitriding steels for crankshafts.8th Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0128
Comparison of different steel types (V.C.M., Hykro, Nitralloy) and the effects of aluminium in the nitriding process for aero engines and chassis.8th Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0129
Follow-up request for a reply concerning Phantom III connecting rods and Hall's Metal bearings.9th Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0130
Trouble with Borg & Beck clutches fitted with Thermoid material and plans for further experimental work.10th Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0131
The supply of road wheels with normalised rims for the Paris Depot.11th Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0132
The performance of 'Perfect oil seals' fitted to Bentley rear axles on various chassis.13th Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0133
Fitting of a 25/30 type electric pump and its effects on the carburettor.16th Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0134
Supply and treatment of road wheels and rims from French suppliers.16th Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0135
Nitriding steels, the cleaning of crankshafts, and steel compositions.16th Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0136
Letter discussing engine oscillations and clutch jaggers caused by incorrectly fitted engine suspension casings, including a diagram of the parts.16th Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0137
Letter to W.A. Robotham regarding sending a Hykro steel mixture to Messrs. Aubert & Duval for their opinion on its nitriding capacity for crankshafts.16th Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0138
Requesting an opinion on Hykro steel for use in crankshafts.20th Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0139
Comparing Borg & Beck clutches to Long clutch plates, particularly in relation to clutch jagger on Bentley cars.20th Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0140
Telegram regarding the despatch of a long type clutch plate for chassis BENTKU thirty five.20th Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0141
Telegram confirming a long type clutch plate for chassis GBT35 has been dispatched to Francobrit.20th Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0142
Water ingress in shock dampers and their removal procedure for Chassis 3.AZ.140.20th Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0143
Standardising Thermoid on Borg & Beck clutch plates and refusing to fit a Long plate to a Trials' car.21th Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0144
Engine unit for the Paris Depot, including shipping arrangements and a query about charges.22th Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0145
Correspondence regarding the shipment of a 4 1/4 Litre Bentley engine unit and its parts to avoid higher tariffs.20th Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0146
Clarifying the charging for a non-standard spare engine unit and associated transport costs.23th Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0147
Short memo confirming the submission of a matter concerning nitriding steels to Mr. Billaudet.23th Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0148
Query regarding the completion of a Bentley with 'Marles' steering and larger road wheels.24th Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0149
Service procedure for Bentley engine bearings during decarbonization.24th Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0150
Bearing issues and decarbonizing procedures for a 4 1/4 litre Bentley.24th Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0151
Confirming the test schedule for a Bentley with Marles Steering and larger wheels.29th Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0152
Requesting standard parts to assemble a dummy tower for flushing oil from a cooling system.30th Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0153
Covering note attaching a memo from Swindall in response to a query from Sleator regarding Bentley bearings.3rd Jan 1938Box 146 \ 1  scan0154
Procedures for servicing Bentley main bearings.31th Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0155
Fitting new Whitemetal rear bearings, detailing production tolerances and service adjustments.31th Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0156
Investigations into main bearing issues and engine thuds in Bentley engines.3rd Jan 1938Box 146 \ 1  scan0157
Procedure for servicing main bearings during a decarbonization at 10,000 miles.3rd Jan 1938Box 146 \ 1  scan0158
Enclosed translation from Messrs Aubert et Duval concerning hykro steel and nitrogen hardening.3rd Jan 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0159
Translated letter from Aubert & Duval to Franco Britannic Autos Ltd. regarding a steel specification.27th Dec 1937Box 146 \ 1  scan0160
The fitting of high-pressure petrol pumps to the Phantom III chassis, confirming no complaints.6th Jan 1938Box 146 \ 1  scan0161
Steering wobbles and joggles on the Phantom III chassis, detailing the fitting of stronger springs.6th Jan 1938Box 146 \ 1  scan0162
Repair procedure for a cracked cylinder block on a Bentley chassis.11th Jan 1938Box 146 \ 1  scan0163
Telegram asking about the mileage of aluminium big ends on a Phantom III.13th Jan 1938Box 146 \ 1  scan0164
Telegram received by telephone regarding car bearings.14th Jan 1938Box 146 \ 1  scan0165
Telegram received by telephone regarding the Halle trials car in Paris.14th Jan 1938Box 146 \ 1  scan0166
Telegram regarding an issue with car bearings.14th Jan 1938Box 146 \ 1  scan0167
Why conrods were not fitted to chassis 3 AZ 20 and a proposal to test them on a demonstration car.14th Jan 1938Box 146 \ 1  scan0168
Fitting of aluminium tin big-end bearings and the introduction of an overdrive gearbox for Bentley.18th Jan 1938Box 146 \ 1  scan0169
Telegram regarding the fitting of aluminium tin big end bearings to a Phantom Three vehicle.13th Jan 1938Box 146 \ 1  scan0170
Correcting a typographical error in a previous document regarding Marles steering and road wheels.20th Jan 1938Box 146 \ 1  scan0171
The production and testing schedule for 'N' Series cars, specifically concerning large tyres and Marles steering.20th Jan 1938Box 146 \ 1  scan0172
Correspondence regarding the examination and replacement of big end bearings on a Phantom III chassis.25th Jan 1938Box 146 \ 1  scan0173


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