| Description | Date | Identifier | |
| Potential remedies for excessive oil consumption on chassis B.106.HK. | 22th Nov 1938 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0071 | |
| Correspondence regarding the shipment of four Michelin Pilot wheels with tyres and tubes. | 23th Nov 1938 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0072 | |
| Correspondence regarding the delivery, testing, and balancing of specially made Michelin wheels. | 23th Nov 1938 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0073 | |
| The ordering of General oil filters and a proposal for their installation on customer cars. | 24th Nov 1938 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0074 | |
| Letter discussing the choice between white metal and aluminium main bearings for Chassis B.135.BL. | 1st Dec 1938 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0075 | |
| Letter discussing a telegram and the decision to charge the owner of chassis B.135.BL for bearing repairs. | 1st Dec 1938 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0076 | |
| From Levallois to Bentley Motors regarding a bearing job on Bentley engines for chassis B.135.BL. | 6th Dec 1938 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0077 | |
| Cylinder bore wear and ovality measurements for a Bentley engine, chassis B.II8.CR. | 6th Dec 1938 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0078 | |
| Setback in the deal to purchase the Chateauroux premises. | 21th Feb 1938 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0079 | |
| The lease and premises of the Chateauroux Garage. | 30th Nov 1938 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0080 | |
| Telex message regarding the Chateauroux proposal and rental terms. | 13th Dec 1938 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0081 | |
| Itinerary detailing personnel movements and handovers for the 8.B.V. BENTLEY car. | 13th Dec 1938 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0082 | |
| Overheating fuse holders on Phantom III & Wraith chassis, recommending stronger contact clips. | 13th Dec 1938 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0083 | |
| Investigation of sticking petrol gauges and the potential cause being gummy petrol. | 20th Dec 1938 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0084 | |
| Cover letter forwarding correspondence concerning the Chateauroux Garage. | 27th Dec 1938 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0085 | |
| Letter concerning the handover dates and terms for the garage in Châteauroux. | 23th Dec 1938 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0086 | |
| Communication regarding a delay due to New Year's festivities and scheduling work on the Embiricos' car. | 3rd Jan 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0087 | |
| Typed memo to Bentley Motors Ltd. regarding a trial of the 8.B.V. car. | 4th Jan 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0088 | |
| Chassis 3.CM.73 detailing a broken near-side rear spring and subsequent axle damage following an accident. | 11th Jan 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0089 | |
| Letter concerning a burnt-out dynamo, detailing repairs and quoting a customer complaint. | 11th Jan 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0090 | |
| Letter regarding a dynamo fault caused by an incorrect fuse being fitted and the subsequent high cost of repair. | 1st Jan 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0091 | |
| Ultimately unsuccessful dynamo repair for a chauffeur at Chateauroux. | 13th Jan 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0092 | |
| Overdrive box, wheels, and tyres for the 'Embiricos' Car. | 20th Jan 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0093 | |
| Confirming the cancellation of a consignment for 'Pilote' wheels and tyres. | 23th Jan 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0094 | |
| Letter regarding the return of tyres for examination with an attached pro-forma invoice. | 23th Jan 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0095 | |
| Typed memorandum outlining the programme for a Paulin Bentley, including road rehearsals and press demonstrations in Europe. | 24th Jan 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0096 | |
| Testing and procurement of special 'Pilote' and 'silent' tyres in France. | 26th Jan 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0097 | |
| Catalogue of fruit trees and recommending a supplier. | 6th Feb 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0098 | |
| Letter concerning the emergency appendicitis operation and health status of an individual named Paulin. | 17th Feb 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0099 | |
| The despatch of a 14.B.V. chassis to France and the necessary arrangements for transport and temporary importation. | 21th Feb 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0100 | |
| Telegram-style message regarding the transportation of a chassis by passenger boat and arranging importation papers. | 21th Feb 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0101 | |
| Correspondence regarding crankshaft repairs for Lord Somers' vehicle, chassis 3.BU.144. | 21th Feb 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0102 | |
| The condition of an engine with a knock, detailing a seized big-end bearing and crankshaft damage. | 21th Feb 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0103 | |
| Engine condition report detailing wear and damage to various components including bearings, tappets, and pistons. | 21th Feb 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0104 | |
| Diagnosis of engine trouble attributing low oil pressure to breaking white metal from the No. 3 rod. | 21th Feb 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0105 | |
| The condition of a crankshaft for chassis 3.BU.144, including measurements of main journals and crank pins. | 21th Feb 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0106 | |
| Letter from Paris enclosing a press cutting from the 'Auto' magazine about the German motor industry. | 22th Feb 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0107 | |
| French newspaper article from the Berlin Motor Show titled 'German cars... cars that don't deceive!'. | 1st Feb 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0108 | |
| Correspondence regarding a noise issue and crankshaft replacement for chassis 3.BU.144 owned by Lord Somers. | 23th Feb 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0109 | |
| Crankshaft failure and repair options for Lord Somers' car, chassis 3.BU.144. | 24th Feb 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0110 | |
| Customer feedback and modifications for chassis WXA.14 and WXA.16. | 24th Feb 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0111 | |
| Confirming the arrival and securing of a Bentley chassis. | 25th Feb 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0112 | |
| Correspondence regarding crankshaft replacement and decarbonisation for Lord Somers' chassis 3.BU.144. | 27th Feb 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0113 | |
| Crankshaft reconditioning and special bearing requirements for Chassis 3.BU.144, owned by Lord SOMERS. | 28th Feb 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0114 | |
| Investigation report on a seized rear axle and defective oil seals on chassis 3.AZ.172. | 2nd Mar 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0115 | |
| Correspondence regarding a rear axle repair due to lack of oil and a request for replacement oil seals. | 2nd May 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0116 | |
| Correspondence regarding the dispatch of a radiator matrix for chassis B-27-LEX. | 3rd Mar 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0117 | |
| Performance targets for the Bentley 5 Corniche. | 15th Mar 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0118 | |
| Follow-up on an owner's complaint report regarding oil consumption for chassis B.97.HM. | 16th Mar 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0119 | |
| Confirming that 10 thou end float in the Wraith first motion shaft bearing is within allowed limits but likely to cause clonks. | 16th Mar 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0120 | |
| Letter detailing conversations about competitor car performance and technology, including Lagonda, Citroen, and opinions on Bentley and Lockheed brakes. | 17th Mar 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0121 | |
| Car performance, detailing a journey to Lyons, high petrol consumption, and a comparison with competitor vehicles. | 18th Mar 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0122 | |
| Inquiry requesting the names of manufacturers of fast torpedo launching boats. | 18th Mar 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0123 | |
| Identifying Vospers of Portsmouth as another builder of speed boats in England. | 20th Mar 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0124 | |
| Short memo regarding an article about the Delage car in l'Auto magazine. | 21th Mar 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0125 | |
| Request to mail overalls left at the Villa Trianon to a home address in Derby. | 1st Apr 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0126 | |
| Letter regarding missing suitcases for the B-27-LE Streamlined Bentley owned by Mr. Embiricos. | 4th Apr 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0127 | |
| Confirming that no suitcases arrived in England with the Streamline car. | 4th Apr 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0128 | |
| Letter discussing a car inspection, despatch of indicators, and a query on rear brake drum housing. | 15th Apr 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0129 | |
| Confirming the position of the rear brake drum is the same as the front and noting a car inspection date. | 17th Apr 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0130 | |
| Missing suitcases from a Streamlined car upon its arrival in England. | 17th Apr 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0131 | |
| Telegram from Paris requesting the urgent despatch of dummy front shock absorbers for a Bentley. | 19th Apr 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0132 | |
| Telegram communication to Francobrit Paris clarifying a request for shock absorbers and dampers. | 19th Apr 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0133 | |
| The performance and failure analysis of two Michelin Pilote special silent tyres. | 19th Apr 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0134 | |
| Requesting the despatch of two Michelin Pilote tyres to Mr. Cleator at Franco Britannic Autos Ltd. in Paris. | 19th Apr 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0135 | |
| Request to despatch a radiator matrix unit for the Embiricos' Bentley chassis B.27.LE to Paris for tests. | 20th Apr 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0136 | |
| Radiator mounting methods and issues for chassis B.27.LE. | 20th Apr 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0137 | |
| Bentley V damping settings for different markets. | 20th Apr 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0138 | |
| Letter discussing progress and issues with various Bentley projects, including the 'Corniche' and 'Embiricos' models. | 20th Apr 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0139 | |
| Feedback on a Wraith's performance during a trip to France, with suggestions for the forthcoming Bentley and a query about windscreen wipers. | 20th Apr 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0140 | |
| Letter discussing the advisability of fitting a high-speed fan to chassis 3.AX.185 for Mr. Sparrow. | 21th Apr 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0141 | |
| Letter from the American Automobile Association's European Representative concerning a US tour with a Phantom III and a request for lubricant information. | 18th Apr 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0142 | |
| Letter from Paris regarding customer complaints about Wraith chassis loading and ride control. | 21th Apr 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0143 | |
| Recommendation to fit a high-speed fan to Chassis 3.AX.185 for Mr. Sparrow. | 24th Apr 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0144 | |
| Shipment of parts for a car, noting issues with the hand brake and gear lever, and arranging a meeting. | 24th Apr 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0145 | |
| The fitting of a high-speed fan to chassis 3.AX.185 before its export to America. | 25th Apr 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0146 | |
| Letter from Paris to Derby about Michelin's ongoing tyre experiments for a new 'fit all round' tyre with improved quietness and wet road-holding. | 25th Apr 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0147 | |
| From Levallois to Derby regarding a customer's inquiry about obtaining rights for France. | 25th Apr 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0148 | |
| Notice outlining the features and advantages of a 'Sleeve-Shaft' gearbox and a 'Clutchless Progressive Automatic' system. | 27th Apr 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0149 | |
| Harder shock damper settings for the Wraith model, with potential application to all French cars. | 27th Apr 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0150 | |
| Certification of charges against a Paris Invoice. | 27th Apr 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0151 | |
| Responding to an inquiry about a sleeve shaft gearbox, referencing a 'molecular windmill' and requesting further information. | 28th Apr 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0152 | |
| Telex message from Francobrit Paris regarding the postponement of a visit due to illness. | 1st May 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0153 | |
| Letter concerning a colleague's illness and making arrangements to test a 15-HP Citroen. | 1st May 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0154 | |
| Solution for 'Brake Thumps' on the Bentley II, including the provision of dampers for a complaint case. | 2nd May 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0155 | |
| Correspondence regarding a complaint of high oil consumption for chassis B.I06.HK. | 4th May 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0156 | |
| Follow-up to a complaint report regarding a rattle in the gearbox. | 6th May 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0157 | |
| Follow-up complaint report regarding a rattle on Chassis B.8.MR, identifying play in the actuating gear. | 10th May 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0158 | |
| Works order for supplying three gasket joints for a cylinder head to Franco Britannic Autos Ltd in France. | 11th May 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0159 | |
| Instructional memo regarding the despatch of a Sleator body and frame to Park Ward in Willesden, London. | 11th May 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0160 | |
| Request for a Motor Show Bentley blueprint for building demonstration and show cars for Vanvooren. | 11th May 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0161 | |
| Confirming via wire that the brake and gear shift mechanism extension is to be four inches, not five. | 11th May 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0162 | |
| Telegram from FRANCOBRIT in Paris to ROYCAR in Derby regarding a Bentley body frame for Park Ward. | 11th May 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0163 | |
| Arranging the despatch of a Lucas windscreen wiper to Paris for a 14.O.V. chassis. | 12th May 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0164 | |
| Engine oil consumption after fitting 'L' section rings to pistons. | 12th May 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0165 | |
| Letter to Bentley Motors regarding piston and ring modifications to address an overoiling issue on chassis B.106.HK. | 15th May 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0166 | |
| Short memo from Rm. to Sr. regarding travel arrangements to Paris. | 16th May 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0167 | |
| Letter discussing a cancelled meeting, personal travel plans, and a factory visit concerning the 'Corniche' model. | 22th May 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0168 | |
| Telex message authorising payment to prevent a car being held up by customs. | 27th May 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0169 | |
| Planned extended visit for 'Paulin' to the Derby works for a few weeks. | 31th May 1939 | Box 146 \ 5 scan0170 | |
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