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Short communication to Paris confirming that arrangements for the following week are satisfactory.6th Dec 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0146
The arrangement of a visit from Amiot representatives to Hucknall, Derby Works, and Rotol's.5th Dec 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0147
Post Office telegram concerning upcoming travel arrangements to Derby, Hucknall, and Gloucester.5th Dec 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0148
Confirmation of a telegram sent regarding a visit from Amiot's to Derby, Hucknall, and Gloucester.4th Dec 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0149
Letter regarding an application for an Exit Permit, requesting the signing of additional forms.29th Nov 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0150
Telegram requesting passport photos be brought for military permits.16th Nov 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0151
Typed message slip regarding a delayed return to Paris.10th Nov 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0152
Telegram about a delayed trip to France due to passport difficulties.3rd Nov 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0153
Telegram received by telephone regarding a delay in the arrival of Merlin engines and the urgent need for an export license.3rd Nov 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0154
Brief memo acknowledging a previous correspondence and advising that a 'Rent question' will be handled upon 'Br's' return.26th Oct 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0155
Short note regarding an enclosed letter and application form for an Exit Permit to be left at the Park Lane Hotel.24th Oct 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0156
Letter authorising G.S. Townsend to present a passport for endorsement for an exit permit.24th Oct 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0157
Short memo or telegram regarding instructions for a car sent to Franco Brittannic Autos Limited in Paris.24th Oct 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0158
Letter to Mr. A.W. Sleator regarding an application form for an Exit Permit.23th Oct 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0159
Telex message in French from Autier of S.N.C.A.M. concerning Toulouse and a dispatch to Derby.23th Oct 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0160
Outlining a meeting with Dollfus regarding a sub-contract arrangement with Fordair for Merlin engine production.18th Oct 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0161
Agreeing to handle the rental of the Chateauroux Depot premises.18th Oct 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0162
Arranging transport for a car and samples from Folkestone to Derby, noting their potential scarcity.17th Oct 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0163
Telegram instructing a representative in Paris to contact Amiot and Dewoitine regarding flight trials.15th Oct 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0164
Typed message, likely a telegram, concerning engine trials and potential production for France.12th Oct 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0165
Letter from Paris concerning the travel of two individuals, their worker's cards, and updates on work during the war.12th Oct 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0166
Typed letter discussing travel arrangements in Europe, spotting mines, and the logistics of moving cars to England.12th Oct 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0167
Telegram sent from France regarding a departure delay due to unforeseen visa issues.10th Oct 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0168
Message urging that two men be sent to a school for training.10th Oct 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0169
Commencement of liaison with the Amiot company.10th Oct 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0170
The urgent need for French personnel from the Amiot company to attend engine training.10th Oct 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0171
Letter appointing a Technical Representative in France during a period of hostilities.10th Oct 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0172
Telegram in French sent from Paris to Derby regarding a memo and Mr Sleator's location.26th Sep 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0173
Telex-style message regarding personnel movements and arrangements.25th Sep 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0174
Letter discussing the Ford Air job, issues with French partners, and the logistics of spare parts.21th Sep 1939Box 146 \ 4  scan0175
Fitting A.C.6 big-end bearings to Mrs. Fryer's car and dispensing with the oil cooler.3rd Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0001
Connecting rod failure on chassis GUL-4 for Mr. A. Embiricos, and related crankshaft/bearing specifications.4th Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0002
Follow-up letter regarding the analysis of a main bearing for chassis B.64.KT.7th Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0003
Investigation report on the causes and potential solutions for the overheating interior of the Paulin Streamline car.11th Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0004
List of recommended modifications for noise/heat insulation and ventilation, with a note on a thermostat failure.11th Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0005
Letter regarding a failed rear silencer and clips on a Bentley chassis B.35.KU.14th Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0006
Typed letter from Rm. to Sr. arranging a meeting and discussing a report.18th Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0007
Inefficient servo on a Bentley chassis caused by wear on dowel pin bushes.18th Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0008
To Miss Reece regarding contact with 'B.P.', a cleared case, and an enclosed pamphlet.7th Nov 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0009
Letter detailing the dispatch of special 'Good Chap' lathe tools and their value.19th Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0010
French language brochure for a 'Good Chap' universal lathe turret and its accessories.19th Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0011
French language brochure for 'GOOD CHAP' lathe tool holders and turrets, detailing models and advantages.19th Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0012
Requesting parts to fit a 'General' oil filter to a customer's car, chassis B.94.KT.19th Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0013
Request for parts to fit a 'General' oil filter to chassis B.10.MR for Mr. Emile Dubonnet.19th Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0014
Works order to supply a 'General' oil filter, complete with accessories, for chassis B.94.KT.20th Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0015
Works order for a complete set of oil pipes and fittings to install a 'General' oil filter on a Bentley chassis.20th Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0016
Impressions and comparisons of a B.III model vehicle following a test drive.20th Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0017
Typed report detailing driving impressions and comparisons of various car models.20th Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0018
Critique of a car's performance, focusing on steering, ride control, horns, and handling.20th Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0019
Report conclusion and postscript on improving a car's steering and ride control damping.20th Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0020
Potential modifications and issues with the servo on a Bentley chassis.20th Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0021
Scored main bearings and a crankshaft for chassis B.64.KT, referencing previous correspondence on the matter.21th Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0022
Letter discussing potential causes for main bearing scoring and wear on a Bentley 4 1/4 engine, chassis B.64.KT.24th Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0023
Promise to obtain and send translated technical information on a Dynamo Test Bed installed at Rue Gide.24th Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0024
Cause of clip breakages and potential repair methods for a Bentley Rear Silencer.25th Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0025
Telegram regarding a refusal by Embiricos to consider an engine repair estimate.25th Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0026
Servo squeak on Bentley & Phantom III chassis, identifying the cause and describing the corrective action.25th Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0027
Cross-sectional diagram of a Phantom III servo brake mechanism, highlighting contact points and clearance.25th Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0028
Request for parts for General oil filters and suggesting a comparison with Fram filters.26th Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0029
Revised standard hydraulic damper settings for new Bentley chassis dispatched to France.27th Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0030
Letter discussing requests for Michelin tyres, General Motors' clay modelling techniques, and the production of filters.28th Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0031
The results of testing Michelin 425 x 40 tyres, detailing performance and future requirements.29th Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0032
Graph of rear tyre slip angles versus sideways acceleration for different tyres and pressures on chassis 3 B IV.25th Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0033
Request for two spare 'General' oil filter cartridges for the B.6.MR trials car.29th Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0034
Servo modification on the Phantom III chassis.31th Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0035
Letter addressing a complaint of engine roughness, discussing body mounting, frame resonance, and potential chassis fouls.31th Oct 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0036
The dispatch of two General Oil Filter Cartridges to the Paris Depot.1st Nov 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0037
Letter providing feedback and comparison on a new 4 1/4 litre car following a trial run.2nd Nov 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0038
Road test report giving impressions on a car's performance, including speed and acceleration, with comparisons to other vehicles.2nd Nov 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0039
Responding to a query about metal pieces found in a Bentley rear silencer.2nd Nov 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0040
The manufacture of oil pipes for chassis B.10.MR for customer Mr. Emile Dubonnet.2nd Feb 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0041
General schematic diagram for a Bentley filter system, detailing components and part numbers.2nd Nov 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0042
Brief internal letter concerning an applicant named M.M. Lynch and the intention to speak with their father.2nd Nov 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0043
Letter regarding Michelin tyres, requesting more rims and tyres and noting remarks about noise.2nd Feb 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0044
Confirming a discussion with the Michelin firm for the supply of 5 rims and 5 tyres with a more silent tread.3rd Nov 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0045
Following up on a request for drawings from Michelin for bearings to be manufactured for their Rail cars.7th Nov 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0046
Request to obtain and despatch parts for fitting 'General' oil filters to two cars for the Paris depot.8th Nov 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0047
Replying to a request for parts for the 'General' filter housing on two B.II cars.8th Nov 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0048
Exhaust leak investigation for chassis B.27.LE belonging to Mr. Embiricos.9th Nov 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0049
Steering stiffness on chassis B-10-MR, including customer feedback, test results, and requests for weaker springs and drawings.9th Nov 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0050
From the Showrooms to Derby regarding a delay in receiving information about Michelin, Citroen or Rail cars.9th Feb 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0051
From Levallois to Derby regarding a request for parts for 'General' oil filters.10th Feb 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0052
The supply and fitting of 'General' type oil filters for B.II cars.10th Nov 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0053
The procurement of Michelin Pilote tyres and disc wheels.10th Nov 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0054
Comparing the performance, weights, and market position of three different cars.11th Nov 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0055
Customer expectations and the sales challenges for improved models with subtle performance gains over their predecessors.11th Nov 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0056
Performance of the 'M' Series Bentley, including horsepower, rev limits, and overdrive, with comparisons to other cars.11th Nov 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0057
Recurring steering column issue on Chassis 3.CM.83, belonging to Mrs. James Corrigan, caused by a failed cam bearing race.14th Nov 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0058
Correspondence to Bentley Motors Ltd regarding a change from special rims to complete wheels for Michelin 'pilote' tyres.14th Nov 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0059
Fitting large capacity oil pumps to 3 1/2 litre Bentley chassis located in France.14th Feb 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0060
Request for the latest drawing showing increased clearances for the Servo on a Phantom III Chassis.14th Nov 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0061
Typed letter responding to remarks about the performance of chassis B-6-MR and plans to test the Paulain car.15th Feb 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0062
The sale of the Chateauroux Garage and the need to vacate the premises.15th Nov 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0063
Steering issue on a Bentley chassis for Mr. E. Dubonnet.16th Nov 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0064
Chassis B.27.LE for Mr. Embiricos, discussing arrangement drawings and a change of material.17th Nov 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0065
Complaint case regarding excessive oil consumption for chassis B.106.HK belonging to Baron Guy de Rothschild.18th Nov 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0066
Serious complaint, agreeing to fit new pistons and ordering a new cylinder block.18th Nov 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0067
Urgent need to secure premises at Chateauroux Garage for a 15,000-mile test.18th Nov 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0068
Providing requested drawings for a Servo - P.III.22th Nov 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0069
Letter concerning the supply and fitting of general oil filters for specific vehicle chassis.22th Nov 1938Box 146 \ 5  scan0070


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