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Outlining criticisms of the steering and carburation on the 25/30 HP model.11th Aug 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0038
Letter discussing a customer complaint about a 'transmission jagger', brake performance, and a recent vehicle test.11th Aug 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0039
Acceleration and journey time of a 4.1/4 L. vehicle.11th Aug 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0040
Telex message reporting steering trouble with a 20/25 trials car in Paris.12th Aug 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0041
To Paris regarding clutch jaggers on Bentley 4 1/4 Litre and 25/30 HP models.14th Aug 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0042
Internal request to despatch a 4 1/4 Litre Bentley clutch to Paris.14th Aug 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0043
Technical memo discussing the design, performance, and issues with the steering system on the 20/25 model.14th Aug 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0044
S.O.S. call from Sleator about a car's steering and carburation issues.18th Aug 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0045
Numerous faults found on the Paris Trials Car during testing.16th Aug 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0046
Letter discussing steering wandering issues on a trials car, sending replacement parts, and comparing designs with a Bentley model.18th Aug 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0047
Repair work on the steering and carburetter of the Paris 30-HP Trials Car.26th Aug 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0048
Response to an S.O.S. regarding despatching Bentley bearings, tyres, and a ticket for the Tourist Trophy race.26th Aug 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0049
Engine failure in a 4 1/4 Litre Trials Car, Chassis B.8.GA, including bearing measurements and a parts order.26th Aug 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0050
The despatch of a set of Hall's Metal Main and Connecting Rod Bearings for the Paris Trials Car.27th Aug 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0051
Short memo attaching a note regarding a complaint on the Phantom III Paris Trials car.28th Aug 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0052
Front brake trouble due to an oil leak on the Phantom III Paris Trials Car.26th Aug 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0053
The dismantling of a 4 1/4 Litre Trials Car engine due to failed bearings and a list of urgently required replacement parts.26th Aug 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0054
Crankshaft measurements for chassis B.8.GA, an F.B.A. trials car.28th Aug 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0055
Crankshaft measurements for chassis B.8.GA trials car.28th Aug 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0056
Requesting the despatch of various engine parts by air mail to the Paris Depot for fitting to chassis B-8 GA.29th Aug 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0057
Dispatch of a complete Bentley propeller shaft with damper for chassis B-226-GA.31th Aug 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0058
Request for parts to fit a damper to the propeller shaft to resolve transmission rattles on chassis B.226.GA.29th Aug 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0059
The dispatch of 3 sets of Perfect Oil Seals for Bentley rear axles which were not received.2nd Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0060
Request for the weight of a Phantom III demonstration car including liquids and any non-standard accessories.3rd Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0061
Serious and recurring bearing failures on Bentley chassis, comparing white metal, lead bronze, and Hall's metal bearings.4th Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0062
Recurring engine bearing failures in Bentley cars and comparing potential replacements.5th Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0063
Bearing failures, supply issues with Hall's metal bearings, and the proposed customer repair strategy.4th Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0064
The dispatch of perfect oil seals for Bentley rear axles.4th Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0065
Service record list for 3 1/2 litre model Bentley cars in France, detailing chassis numbers, owners, and repairs.9th Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0066
Log sheet detailing chassis numbers, owners, mileage, and service remarks for various vehicles.9th Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0067
Log of vehicle chassis, owners, mileage, and maintenance remarks.9th Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0068
Service log listing chassis details, owner information, mileage, and maintenance notes for several vehicles.9th Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0069
Continued list of chassis numbers, their list numbers, and owner names.9th Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0070
Resume of work carried out on the bearings of various cars.9th Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0071
List of Bentley 4 1/4 litre model cars in France, detailing chassis numbers, owners, mileage, and service remarks.9th Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0072
List of vehicle chassis numbers, their corresponding owners, and status as new cars.9th Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0073
To Bentley Motors Ltd. regarding main and big-end bearings on 3 1/2 & 4 1/4 litre engines, listing attached reports.18th Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0074
Recurring bearing failures on 3 1/2 litre Bentley chassis and the proposed solutions.4th Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0075
Engine bearing trouble and comparing different types of bearings such as white metal, Hall's metal, and lead bronze.5th Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0076
Supply issues with Hall's metal bearings and the commercial need for a more durable alternative.4th Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0077
Customer issues regarding bearings on two specific Bentley chassis.8th Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0078
Parts and procedures to rectify low speed wobbles by increasing steering joint friction.18th Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0079
Investigating and resolving a steering wobble on the Continental Trials Car, chassis 3.AZ.20.19th Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0080
Letter concerning a steering complaint on chassis GUL.4 and the subsequent plan for comparative tests on bad roads.19th Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0081
Technical memorandum discussing the performance and issues with Hall's metal bearings on Bentley engines.21th Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0082
Various steering types, road shocks, and modifications for different car models.21th Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0083
Steering wobble issue on chassis 3.AZ.20, the Continental Trials Car.21th Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0084
Despatch of modified Phantom III steering parts to Paris for trials.22th Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0085
Fitting new main and big end bearings with solid shims for Trials Car B-3-GA.24th Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0086
Suitability of fitting 'L' section rings in worn bores for chassis B-38-EF.24th Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0087
Engine wear and repair options for Chassis B.38.EF.23th Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0088
Engine overoiling, re-boring cylinders, fitting oversized pistons, and the sourcing of piston rings and connecting rods for Bentley engines.23th Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0089
Condition and dimensions of cylinder bores following a first grind out.22th Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0090
Condition and bore dimensions of six engine cylinders after a first grind out.22th Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0091
Explaining the unavailability of chassis GUL.4 for comparative steering tests due to preparations for the Paris Salon.25th Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0092
The Phantom III Paris Trials Car, detailing modifications to the steering and ongoing issues with bodywork, propeller shaft, and engine performance.29th Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0093
The Paris Trials Bentley car and steering contact issues with a Phantom III.29th Sep 1935Box 146 \ 3  scan0094
From Levallois to Derby requesting parts to fix a low speed wobble issue on Phantom III chassis.29th Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0095
Correspondence regarding the decision to rebore cylinder bores and fit oversize pistons for chassis B.38.EF.30th Sep 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0096
Request to send various parts, including pads and washers, by Air Mail to Sr. at Levallois.2nd Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0097
Parts being sent to address a Phantom III low speed wobble issue.2nd Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0098
Request to obtain and despatch 'L' section and piston rings for a 4 1/4 litre Bentley to Paris.8th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0099
Faulty steering column for car GTL-80 and a temporary solution before its shipment to America.8th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0100
Letter from Levallois confirming receipt of two sets of parts for Phantom III chassis numbers 3.AZ.I40 and 3.AZ.206.8th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0101
The investigation and rectification of steering issues on a New 30 HP chassis in Paris.11th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0102
Request to Bentley Motors for a new clutch for a trials car, chassis B.8.GA, due to severe juddering.14th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0103
Letter concerning the urgent supply and fitting of new axle gears and a thrust bearing for chassis B.28.DG.14th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0104
Excessive oil consumption on the Bentley 4¼ litre chassis.15th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0105
Letter regarding a report on cylinder bore dimensions and engine modifications for chassis B.34.BN.15th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0106
Letter regarding excessive oil consumption on a Bentley 4 1/4 litre chassis and potential repair solutions.13th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0107
Key sheet defining the new 5-point measurement procedure for Bentley 3 1/2 & 4 1/4 Litre cylinder bores.15th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0108
Cross-sectional drawing showing the dimensions of Bentley cylinder bores.15th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0109
The condition and bore dimensions of six cylinders after a first grind out.12th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0110
Resolving smoking front brakes on a Paris Demonstration Bentley by sending new parts.15th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0111
The dispatch of a clutch without timing markings for chassis B-8-GA.16th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0112
Urgent memo regarding the despatch of a Bentley Clutch to Paris for Trials Car B-8-GA.16th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0113
Fitting of special oil seals to a Bentley rear axle to address leakage issues.16th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0114
Fractured pinion on chassis B.28-DG, advising against returning the old parts due to a design alteration.16th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0115
Confirming the dispatch of Aerolite pistons and Gudgeon Pins, and advising of a delay in supplying rings.17th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0116
Paris demonstration Bentley, awaiting parts to be fitted.17th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0117
Inspection and repair of main bearings and connecting rods for chassis B.19.DK.21th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0118
Information on main and big end bearing wear for Chassis B.60.GA, the Paris Trials Car.21th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0119
Sketch of mainshaft bearings, showing two different diameter measurements.21th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0120
Drawing and measurement table for the gap between bearings and caps for Chassis B60GA.21th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0121
Wear measurements for main bearings, connecting rod bushes, and crankshaft journals for Chassis B.60.GA.21th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0122
Message regarding the delivery of white metal mains for model B-60-GA.24th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0123
Telegram confirming the arrival of Sleator parts at St. Pancras station.26th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0124
Sending a set of modified speed Ph.III top and bottom water connections on loan to the Paris Department.26th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0125
Letter regarding the supply and use of thermometers for engine temperature testing.26th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0126
Request to dispatch a set of White metal bearings and a spring compressing tool for a Phantom III to Paris.26th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0127
Comparison table of weights for coachwork material manufactured in Aluminium and Steel, with values in Kgs and Lbs.26th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0128
Weight analysis comparing the estimated weight from raw materials against the verified weight of a complete car.26th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0129
Weight specification list for a Bentley 4 Door Enclosed Drive aluminium body without running boards.26th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0130
Detailed weight breakdown for chassis B.8.GA as despatched from coachbuilders.26th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0131
Weight specification sheet for woodwork and ironwork components of the body and doors.26th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0132
Detailed weight calculation sheet for various body components and fixings, page 2.26th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0133
List of components with their corresponding weights in kilograms and pounds.26th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0134
Weight calculation sheet for car body panelling components, listing parts in kilograms and pounds.26th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0135
Weight schedule for upholstery components listing parts and their weights in kilograms and pounds.26th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0136
List of components and their weights in kilograms and pounds.26th Oct 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0137


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