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Log sheet for recording measurements and modifications to main bearing liners.15th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0238
Decision to dismantle the engine of chassis B.8.GA for crankshaft drilling and other modifications.15th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0239
Urgent parts order and an unhappy customer, Mr. Patrick Le Blan.15th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0240
Enclosing the criticisms of Mr. Charles Faroux after his trial of the PH.III car.15th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0241
Letter from Charles Faroux providing road test feedback on a new 12-cylinder car.16th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0242
Letter to Bentley Motors concerning the supply and fitting of RR.56 bearings and shims for 4 1/4 litre Bentley chassis engines.16th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0243
Complaint regarding the heavy construction of a Marchal jacking arrangement compared to what was expected.16th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0244
Message for Sleator in France, regarding an instruction for Hamilton to call at Cricklewood with car 22GV.16th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0245
Communication regarding the dispatch and reaming of parts to Levallois-Perret, France.16th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0246
The fitting of large capacity oil pumps to Bentley 4 1/4 Litre chassis.16th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0247
List of 4 1/4 litre Bentley cars in France that require the large capacity oil pump.16th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0248
Letter discussing a customer's positive experience with a new carburettor fitted to a Phantom I (39-AL).16th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0249
Illustrated instruction manual for the installation and adjustment of a Model-SR Winfield Carburetor.1st Jan 1933Box 146 \ 3  scan0250
Instruction sheet for adjusting a Winfield Model-SR updraft carburetor.17th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0251
Letter from Levallois to Derby regarding the recall of 4 1/4 litre Bentley cars in France for tightening main bearings.17th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0252
List of 4 1/4 Litre Bentley cars in France showing their owners and last recorded mileage.17th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0253
Confirming the immediate dispatch of main bearing parts for chassis B.74.GA.17th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0254
Modifications and issues related to Chassis B-8-GA (Trials Car) and Chassis R-74-GA.18th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0255
Engine repair procedures, parts, and clearances for Chassis B-10-GA.15th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0256
Re-tightening bearings and replacing shims for chassis B.260.GA, owned by Mr. Embiricos.18th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0257
Letter to Bentley Motors Ltd regarding the supply and fitting of RR.56 shims for various car chassis.18th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0258
Supply of larger oil pumps and bearings for high-mileage cars in France.18th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0259
Suggestion to fit a finer mesh gauze to the oil filter of the Paris Trials Car, Chassis B.8.GA.18th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0260
Features and performance improvements of the Winfield Carburetter.21th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0261
Crankshaft wear and bearings for chassis B.28 DG, belonging to Madame Sert.21th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0262
Filter placement on the Bentley Paris Trials Car, recommending against a suction-side filter.21th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0263
Catastrophic failure of a No. 2 big end bearing on chassis B.74 GA, and the resulting communication between departments.21th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0264
Confirming a drawing of crankpin measurements was sent to the Experimental Department.21th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0265
Letter requesting a meeting to discuss the urgent supply of spare parts and resolve issues with bearings.22th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0266
Letter detailing the present position on bearing issues for Bentley 3 1/2 litre cars, categorizing them for necessary action.23th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0267
Stock levels and supply chain for main bearings and connecting rods.23th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0268
Policy on charging owners for main and big end bearing replacements, with proposed service intervals and comparisons to competitors.23th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0269
Safe operational life and replacement schedule for whitemetal main bearings based on mileage.23th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0270
Status report on bearings for 3 1/2 Litre Bentley chassis, listing owner, mileage, and required actions.17th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0271
Vehicle mileage and inspection log from 1935-1936, noting owners, mileage, and maintenance comments.12th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0272
Correspondence regarding the testing and final bearing clearance of chassis B-IO-GA for Baron Brincard.23th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0273
Letter to Bentley Motors regarding the methods and challenges of maintaining bearing clearances on Bentley engines.24th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0274
Method for fitting and testing bearing liners of varying thicknesses.24th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0275
Modifying the speedometer scale dial for the Phantom III chassis for Continental markets.28th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0276
Letter advising of a delay in assessing parts for the Marchal Jacking Arrangement due to an absence.29th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0277
The re-nitriding of a crankshaft for chassis B.6.BN in France.30th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0278
Translated letter from Aubert & Duval regarding the hardness testing of a Bentley B.6.BN crankshaft after nitriding treatment.24th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0279
Translated letter from Franco-britannic Autos Ltd. to Maison Aubert & Duval regarding the re-nitriding of a Bentley crankshaft.23th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0280
Instruction not to drill grooves in crankshafts or alter white-metal intermediate bearings, sent to Allen Francobrit in France.30th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0281
The failure of rear wheel drivers on multiple Bentley 4 1/4 & 3 1/2 litre chassis.30th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0282
The supply of thicker RR.56 liners (shims) for the main bearings of a 4 1/4 Litre Bentley Chassis.30th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0283
Forwarding a communication from Paris concerning a tool cost of £2.30th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0284
Engine modifications, crankshaft and bearings for the Chassis B.8.GA Paris Trials Car.30th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0285
The fitting of new metal main bearings, liners, and connecting rods, including a table of diameter measurements.30th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0286
Main bearing sinkage and liner alterations for a specific chassis.29th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0287
The cost of bearing work on several Bentley cars and a notice of workshop closure for the New Year holidays.31th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0288
The main bearing condition of the Paris Trials Car (Chassis B.60.GA) after 10,000 miles and subsequent repair instructions.31th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0289
Cracked central bearing, proposed solutions, and a condition assessment of the main bearings.31th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0290
Inspection report detailing the condition and measurements of engine bearings, crankshaft, and crankpins.31th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0291
Performance data from a 10,000-mile test on a Bentley, detailing mileage, speeds, and temperatures.31th Dec 1936Box 146 \ 3  scan0292
Delays and costs related to the patterns and casting of 8-cylinder and 6-cylinder car engines.17th Nov 1938Box 146 \ 4  scan0001
Foundry pattern shrinkage issues and a proposal for a new car engine programme with 6-cylinder and 8-cylinder variants.17th Nov 1938Box 146 \ 4  scan0002
List of questions regarding the costs, specifications, and delivery for new engine pattern equipment.17th Nov 1938Box 146 \ 4  scan0003
Progress report on the production of Crankcase and Cylinder components for Bentley.17th Nov 1938Box 146 \ 4  scan0004
Defending against accusations of delay in producing B.80 castings by detailing issues with receiving prints and design instructions.21th Nov 1938Box 146 \ 4  scan0005
Casting patterns, shrinkage, and new equipment for experimental Bentley engine programmes.21th Nov 1938Box 146 \ 4  scan0006
Costing and timeline estimates for Bentley 80 and Bentley 60 engine castings and patterns.21th Nov 1938Box 146 \ 4  scan0007
Request for costs and delivery dates for various engine patterns.24th Nov 1938Box 146 \ 4  scan0008
Recommending the Pattern & Model Co, Ltd. of Coventry as a potential supplier for patterns.20th Jan 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0009
Copy of a letter received from Humber Ltd. regarding a reference for the Pattern Model Company Ltd.16th Dec 1938Box 146 \ 4  scan0010
Letter from a pattern maker regarding the conversion of a 6 cylinder block pattern to an 8 cylinder block.16th Dec 1938Box 146 \ 4  scan0011
Letter from The Pattern & Model Manufacturing Co. quoting prices for interchangeable 6 and 8 cylinder casting patterns.14th Dec 1938Box 146 \ 4  scan0012
Quotation from The Pattern & Model Manufacturing Co. for cylinder block patterns and coreboxes.8th Dec 1938Box 146 \ 4  scan0013
To the Pattern Shop regarding new 8-cylinder engine patterns and a request for a firm quotation.26th Jan 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0014
Time and cost estimate for producing a Cylinder Head pattern for a Conventional Line 8 Engine.7th Feb 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0015
Quotation from The Pattern & Model Manufacturing Co. for a mahogany pattern and coreboxes for a cylinder head.14th Feb 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0016
Approximate working times and material costs to produce patterns for a Conventional Line 8 Engine crankcase.14th Feb 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0017
Querying a discrepancy in cost quotes for a Conventional Line 8 Engine.17th Feb 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0018
Costs and construction of patterns for a Conventional Line 8 engine.20th Feb 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0019
Pattern instructions for an 8-cylinder engine with a high-power head and dry liner.21th Feb 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0020
The collection and storage of experimental chassis unit patterns and castings for various engines.18th Sep 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0021
Status of 6-cylinder and 8-cylinder engine patterns for post-war production.25th Sep 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0022
Production requirements for 6 and 8-cylinder engine castings and patterns.25th Sep 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0023
List of pattern and core boxes for an experimental Bentley V project.24th Nov 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0024
To the Glasgow Factory regarding the review and use of engine patterns for a post-war program.24th Nov 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0025
Confirming the transfer of an unfinished pattern and core boxes to the Glasgow Factory.28th Nov 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0026
Pattern equipment for a 'Straight 8' engine and drawings for a new 4-cylinder engine.29th Nov 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0027
Letter to Mr. Vickers at The Foundry, Glasgow, regarding drawings for 'Alum 8' patterns.29th Nov 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0028
Acknowledging receipt of drawings for B.80 components and requesting drawing E.B. 4098.13th Dec 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0029
Request for a detailed list of 'Alum 8' chassis patterns currently located at the Glasgow factory.21th Dec 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0030
The receipt of a Pattern and Core Box and a reminder about patterns for Aluminium Castings.26th Dec 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0031
Clarifying a misunderstanding regarding the storage and unauthorised movement of experimental chassis unit patterns.28th Dec 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0032
To Mr. Vickers regarding future patterns and the storage of existing experimental car patterns.1st Jan 1940Box 146 \ 4  scan0033
To Mr. Vickers confirming a telephone conversation to proceed with castings for B.40.4th Jan 1940Box 146 \ 4  scan0034
Proposing a visit to Derby to discuss future car patterns and their storage methods.12th Jan 1940Box 146 \ 4  scan0035
To arrange a meeting in Derby to discuss the outstanding points on the new car engines.20th Jan 1940Box 146 \ 4  scan0036
Short memo to Vickers in Glasgow regarding a meeting in Derby to discuss pattern work.22th Jan 1940Box 146 \ 4  scan0037
Letter to The Pattern & Model Manufacturing Co. enclosing drawings.25th Jan 1940Box 146 \ 4  scan0038
Chassis programme, foundry work, and a meeting in Derby.25th Jan 1940Box 146 \ 4  scan0039
Request to dispatch attached parts to The Pattern & Model Manufacturing Co. in Coventry.25th Jan 1940Box 146 \ 4  scan0040
Listing promised delivery dates for Induction Pipes patterns.2nd Feb 1940Box 146 \ 4  scan0041
Letter to Mr. Goss, a Pattern and Model Maker, requesting an urgent estimate for a pattern and core boxes following a cancelled meeting.5th Feb 1940Box 146 \ 4  scan0042
Request to dispatch 7 half core boxes for an Alum '8' engine to The Pattern and Model Manufacturing Co. in Coventry.8th Feb 1940Box 146 \ 4  scan0043
Confirmation note regarding the despatch of core boxes from stores in Shardlow to a manufacturing company in Coventry.9th Feb 1940Box 146 \ 4  scan0044
Letter to The Pattern & Model Manufacturing Co. regarding modifications and prints for engine components.9th Feb 1940Box 146 \ 4  scan0045


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