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Fitting of a large capacity oil pump to chassis B-80-EF.6th Sep 1938Box 146 \ 1  scan0374
Letter from Colonel Lindeman to Mr. Allen regarding the need to modify gauges after fitting a new oil pump.31th Aug 1938Box 146 \ 1  scan0375
From Paris raising queries about Michelin tyres, a mysterious bracket, the 25/30 HP gear lever, and Bentley tyre pressures.7th Sep 1938Box 146 \ 1  scan0376
Hand-drawn sketch illustrating the mounting of a clutch casing to a chassis frame.9th Sep 1938Box 146 \ 1  scan0377
Response to queries about Michelin tyres, the Wraith gear lever, Bentley tyre pressures, and the Paulin Bentley.9th Sep 1938Box 146 \ 1  scan0378
Letter of acknowledgement concerning information received about a Paulin Streamlined Bentley.12th Sep 1938Box 146 \ 1  scan0379
Letter discussing the arrival and testing of streamlined cars, including a French model and a Streamline Bentley.13th Sep 1938Box 146 \ 1  scan0380
Letter regarding a delay in the readiness of the Paulin streamlined Bentley.16th Sep 1938Box 146 \ 1  scan0381
Report concerning engine damage on Chassis GUL.4 owned by Mr. A. Embiricos, which was previously a trials car.27th Sep 1938Box 146 \ 1  scan0382
Letter discussing the rolling resistance of tyres, quoting correspondence from Marcel Michelin which suggests a meeting dependent on 'Mr. Hitler' allowing it.27th Sep 1938Box 146 \ 1  scan0383
Performance and handling characteristics of the Paulin Bentley and lessons for future product improvement.29th Sep 1938Box 146 \ 1  scan0384
Specific customer's car, logistical issues, and feedback on its design.29th Sep 1938Box 146 \ 1  scan0385
From Levallois to Derby regarding a bottom decarbonisation and connecting rod replacement for Chassis 3.AZ.212.30th Sep 1938Box 146 \ 1  scan0386
Communication regarding the ordering of parts for Phantom III low-speed wobbles.2nd Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0001
The billing of 'Seapak' noise insulation for a Bentley to the Paris Depot.4th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0002
Winfield Carburetter following a demonstration tour on the Riviera.4th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0003
Discussion at the Paris Depot concerning the replacement of main bearings.5th Jan 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0004
To Bentley Motors Ltd. concerning the costs for bearing tightening and replacement jobs.5th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0005
Dispatch and fitting of main and big end bearings for chassis B.60 GA during a 10,000 mile test.5th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0006
The re-occurrence of steering wobble on Continental Trials Car chassis 3.AZ.20.6th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0007
Possibility and method of changing main bearings on a Bentley 3 1/2 litre chassis without removing the engine.6th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0008
Nitriding of crankshafts in France and the selection of steel.6th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0009
The despatch of larger oil pumps and big ends for cars in France.6th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0010
Confirming the fitting of a larger oil pump to a 'J' Series Bentley chassis as standard.6th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0011
Summary of quarterly complaints regarding Bentley chassis for the quarter ending 31st December 1936.7th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0012
Quarterly report from late 1936 analyzing brake complaints on Bentley chassis.31th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0013
Various brake-related issues and their resolutions over different quarters.31th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0014
Summary report of vehicle faults categorized by type and time period, with case-specific notes.31th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0015
Quarterly summary of servo and clutch system complaints with associated vehicle case details.31th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0016
Various clutch failures including insufficient pedal clearance, juggering, burn-out, and brutal operation, with case details.31th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0017
Summary report of vehicle faults and modifications over a six-month period.31th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0018
Faults with defective sparking plugs and engine pinking/detonation.31th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0019
Summary report on engine faults including oil consumption, bearings, water pumps, and gear rattles.31th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0020
Summary of faults and modifications related to oil plugs, engine valves, fans, and main bearings.31th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0021
Engine component failures, oil pressure, and leakage issues.31th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0022
Summary report on faults and remedies for components like cam balancing devices, tappets, torque reaction dampers, and carburetters.31th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0023
Summary of engine and exhaust system faults and remedies from quarterly reports.31th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0024
Summary report of vehicle faults, their frequency, and applied corrective actions.31th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0025
Periodic report detailing faults and modifications related to steering and front axles.31th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0026
Issues and solutions for front axle control noise and slack.31th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0027
Technical report detailing faults with front axle control, gear lever vibration, and gearbox issues.30th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0028
Summary report on vehicle faults related to the gearbox, rear wheel drivers, rear axle gear, and oil seals.30th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0029
Faults and modifications related to rear wheel drivers and axle components.30th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0030
Summary report of vehicle faults including rear axle pinion failure and various springing complaints.30th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0031
Customer complaints and remedies for weak springs and noisy hydraulic dampers.30th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0032
Faults with shock absorbers, dampers, and ride control.30th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0033
Quarterly fault report detailing issues with dynamos, horns, petrol gauges, and batteries, including case numbers and remedies.30th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0034
Quarterly report detailing component complaints and modifications, focusing on starter motors and S.U. petrol pumps.30th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0035
Faults and repairs for S.U. petrol pumps and wing stay bolts.30th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0036
Vehicle faults, frequency of occurrence, and corrective actions taken.30th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0037
Summary report of defects related to speedometers, revolution counters, and clocks, detailing issues over a six-month period.30th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0038
Summary report on defects and modifications concerning thermostats and W.B. bumpers.7th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0039
Summary of failures related to W.B. bumpers, including plates, clips, and stops.7th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0040
Letter clarifying a confusion over the designation of a specific metal, Hoyts A.V.B.7th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0041
Dispatch of engine bearings, bearing failures, modifications, and new Dunlop tyres to resolve groaning issues.7th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0042
Letter discussing the policy on replacing car bearings for customers in France.9th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0043
Confirmation of a telegram reply to Mr. Sleator at Francobrit, France.11th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0044
Delivery of larger oil pumps and the time taken for modifications to reach production.11th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0045
Distributing the quarterly complaints report for various chassis for the quarter ending December 31st 1936.12th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0046
Quarterly complaints report on brake issues for 25/30HP, 20/25HP and PH.II chassis for December 1936.31th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0047
Quarterly report detailing customer complaints related to brakes, servos, and clutches, with specific case notes.31th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0048
Vehicle faults such as clutch slips, oil leaks, broken valve springs, and noisy tappets.31th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0049
Report page detailing faults and maintenance on carburettors, drive shafts, engines, and oil consumption.31th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0050
Quarterly summary of reported vehicle faults, detailing issues with bonnets, spark plugs, magnetos, and engine couplings.28th Sep 1934Box 146 \ 2  scan0051
Summary of exhaust system complaints, corrosion issues, and rattles over a six-month period.28th Sep 1934Box 146 \ 2  scan0052
Quarterly report detailing faults and remedies for exhaust and steering systems.28th Sep 1934Box 146 \ 2  scan0053
Summary report of vehicle faults and remedies for steering, springs, front axle, and suspension.12th Jan 1939Box 146 \ 2  scan0054
Quarterly summary of vehicle complaints related to hydraulic systems and dynamos, with actions taken.12th Jan 1939Box 146 \ 2  scan0055
Quarterly report of complaints for the Phantom 21 chassis for December 1936.31th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0056
List of reported vehicle faults, mileage, and corresponding service actions taken during the December quarter.31th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0057
Faults and remedies for gearbox, propeller shaft, and brake systems.31th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0058
Faults and repairs for issues related to brakes, servo, and steering systems.31th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 2  scan0059
Log of vehicle faults and corrective actions regarding electrical components and the speedometer.12th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0060
Requesting a special set of shims with specific hole diameters for a B.6.BN. chassis engine in Paris.12th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0061
Request to Bentley Motors for the return of a tool sketch related to bearings.14th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0062
Internal query regarding the flexibility and periodicity of springs for the 25/30 HP model.14th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0063
The performance of the Paris Trials Car (Chassis B.8.GA) following engine and brake modifications.14th Apr 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0064
Report concerning excessive sinkage of Hall's Metal main bearings for chassis B.48.BN.15th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0065
Measurements and condition of crankshaft components and Hall's Metal main bearings.7th Sep 1935Box 146 \ 2  scan0066
Bearing clearances for the Chassis B.8.GA Paris Trials Car.15th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0067
Standard and experimental springs for the 23 HP model.16th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0068
Production of a tool for measuring Bentley bearing sinkage.16th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0069
Engine trouble and seizure on the Chassis B.8.GA Paris Trials Car.18th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0070
Shop's recommendation for dealing with Bentley main bearings.19th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0071
Dispatch of a Bentley Connecting Rod to the Paris Depot for fitment to trials car B-8 GA.19th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0072
Telegraph list for parts required for a damaged Bentley brake drum.19th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0073
Tool for measuring Bentley bearing sinkage.19th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0074
The despatch of a special Bentley type Wilmot Breeden bumper for Chassis GUL.4.19th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0075
Requesting a Bosch spark plug or a suitable alternative for Bentley complaint cars.22th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0076
Duplicated entry for a suspension complaint in the quarterly report.22th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0077
Telegram regarding finding employment in Paris for men arriving from Chateauroux with a Phantom.25th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0078
Requesting an opinion on the W/M bearings removed from the engine of chassis B.60.GA, the Paris Trials Car.14th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0079
From Levallois to Derby admitting an error in the quarterly complaints report regarding chassis GBJ.22.25th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0080
Enclosing an article about the benefits of incorporating lead in brake liners.25th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0081
Translated article from 'L'Auto' discussing progress and techniques in automobile braking.25th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0082
Technical explanation of how lead incorporated into brake linings improves braking performance by regulating friction and reducing wear.25th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0083
The advantages of lead-asbestos and lead-impregnated linings in brake development, specifically referencing the Bendix brake system.25th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0084
Letter regarding the performance and fitting of 'Perfect Oil Seals' to several Bentley rear axles.25th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0085
The condition of a trials car's main bearings after a 10,000-mile test.26th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0086
Letter regarding the main bearings of chassis B.174.CR, noting their condition after a fire and their subsequent replacement.29th Jan 1937Box 146 \ 2  scan0087


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