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From the Rolls-Royce experimental archive: a quarter of a million communications from Rolls-Royce, 1906 to 1960's. Documents from the Sir Henry Royce Memorial Foundation (SHRMF).
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Rattle in Bentley pedals caused by end play in a spherical bearing and a proposed solution.29th Jan 1934Box 147 \ 5  scan0215
Quotation from British Goodrich Rubber Co. for moulding rubber pads directly onto accelerator pedals.18th May 1934Box 147 \ 5  scan0216
Letter from a supplier discussing a quotation for metal pedal and stem components.18th May 1934Box 147 \ 5  scan0217
Standardisation of pedals with vulcanised rubber pads to prevent rattles.7th Sep 1934Box 147 \ 5  scan0218
Applying a spherical bearing for the pedal shaft, used on 20/25 cantilever pedals, to Bentley cantilever pedals.18th Jan 1935Box 147 \ 5  scan0219
Suggesting a spring-loaded modification for the spherical bearing on the 20/25 and Bentley cantilever pedals.1st Feb 1935Box 147 \ 5  scan0220
Modification to the 20/25 model pedals, replacing a rigid socket with a flexible spherical one.7th Jan 1935Box 147 \ 5  scan0221
Questioning the cost-effectiveness of introducing cantilever pedals on the Bentley 'E' series chassis.8th Feb 1935Box 147 \ 5  scan0222
Introducing cantilever pedals for the Bentley Chassis to enable full rubber engine mounting.11th Feb 1935Box 147 \ 5  scan0223
Allowing more room for the Bentley pedals and the driver's feet.13th Dec 1935Box 147 \ 5  scan0224
Need for more sideways room for the Bentley pedals.17th Dec 1935Box 147 \ 5  scan0225
Request for a modified operating lever for Bentley Cantilever Pedals.14th Jan 1936Box 147 \ 5  scan0226
Standardisation report on a simplified pedal return spring anchorage and oil seals on the countershaft.27th Nov 1936Box 147 \ 5  scan0227
Cost estimate for new tools related to the production of the 'L' series chassis.7th May 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0228
Modifications and costing for Bentley Cantilever Pedals.7th May 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0229
Requesting the preparation of cantilever pedal parts for a car to improve clutch operation.21th May 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0230
Uncomfortable pedal position and poor visibility in the Wraith Car 25.G.V1.27th May 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0231
The modification of clutch and brake pedals for Bentley, Phantom III, and Wraith III models.3rd Jun 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0232
Standardisation of pedal stems and joints across Phantom III, Wraith III, and Bentley models.4th Jun 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0233
Requesting the fitting of a gas tight pedal scheme to specific Bentley cars.11th Jun 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0234
The anti-rattle spring for Bentley pedals being too small in diameter.11th Jun 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0235
Blueprint for a corrugated component or bellows.24th Jun 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0236
Modification scheme for Bentley anti-rattle pedals, including a list of required parts.24th Jun 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0237
Correcting a drawing number for Bentley Clutch and Brake Pedals rattles.29th Jun 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0238
Instruction to create a new stay, frame, and servo spring for the 37-LX pedals with a modified angle.28th Sep 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0239
Instruction to fit a clutch pedal with servo spring to car 36-EX.28th Sep 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0240
Indented clutch pedal rubber stop suggesting a harder replacement material.11th Oct 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0241
Requesting an order for six sets of parts for L.O.P. Pedals for the Wraith III chassis.15th Oct 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0242
Recommending the deletion of pedal adjustment on Wraith III and Bentley III cars to reduce manufacturing costs.2nd Dec 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0243
Recommending the deletion of pedal adjustment on Wraith III and Bentley III cars to reduce manufacturing charges.2nd Dec 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0244
Potential removal of pedal stem adjustment for Wraith III and Bentley 111 models.6th Dec 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0245
Viability and cost-effectiveness of introducing adjustable pedals for Wraith III & Bentley III models.6th Dec 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0246
Viability and cost-effectiveness of adjustable pedals for the Wraith III and Bentley III models.6th Dec 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0247
Potential removal of pedal stem adjustment for Wraith III and Bentley III models.6th Dec 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0248
Modifications to the Wraith III pedals to eliminate vibration.14th Dec 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0249
Investigation into pedal movement issues on the Wraith car 24.G.VI due to new engine mountings.14th Dec 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0250
Disagreeing with the proposed removal of pedal stem adjustment for the Wraith III & Bentley III models.15th Dec 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0251
Arguing against the removal of the pedal stem adjustment for the Wraith III and Bentley III models.15th Dec 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0252
The accelerator pedal and dash bracket scheme F.CD.309 for the Bentley 111.29th Dec 1937Box 147 \ 5  scan0253
Modified clutch operating scheme for the Wraith III model to prevent pedal movement.3rd Jan 1938Box 147 \ 5  scan0254
Modifications to the clutch pedal and operating gear for the Wraith III model.5th Jan 1938Box 147 \ 5  scan0255
Order confirmation request for a rubber pipe for a Wraith clutch pedal stop.3rd Feb 1938Box 147 \ 5  scan0256
Cost analysis of using different materials for a pedal plate carrier.24th Feb 1938Box 147 \ 5  scan0257
Modification to the clutch pedal stop for the Wraith and other models.24th Feb 1938Box 147 \ 5  scan0258
Summary of points requiring attention for the Bentley III pedal section.7th Mar 1938Box 147 \ 5  scan0259
Cost-saving suggestion for the brake pedal pull-off spring assembly.7th Mar 1938Box 147 \ 5  scan0260
Brake pedal schemes for Bentley 111 and 50 models.9th Apr 1938Box 147 \ 5  scan0261
The accelerator pedal for the Bentley 111 and SO models, referencing multiple schemes.12th Apr 1938Box 147 \ 5  scan0262
Scheme for a sheet aluminium Pedal Gap Plate for Bentley 111 and 50 models.12th Apr 1938Box 147 \ 5  scan0263
New dimensions for setting the clutch pedal on the Phantom III.23th Apr 1938Box 147 \ 5  scan0264
Proposal to modify the Wraith III accelerator pedal stop due to it being unsatisfactory.21th May 1938Box 147 \ 5  scan0265
Laborious operation of brake pedals and suggesting design modifications for various models.16th Jun 1938Box 147 \ 5  scan0266
Adjustments to pedal reach and the braking system on the Wraith model.16th Jun 1938Box 147 \ 5  scan0267
Scheme for a modified brake pedal lever on Bentley 3, 50, and Wraith 80 models to increase spacing from the accelerator.17th Aug 1938Box 147 \ 5  scan0268
B.III & 50 Accelerator Pedal, with a cross-reference to another file.27th Oct 1938Box 147 \ 5  scan0269
The deletion of the bottom pinch bolt on the B.III & 50 accelerator pedal for cost and time savings.27th Oct 1938Box 147 \ 5  scan0270
Modifications and improvements for the pedal mechanism on Wraith and Bentley V models.1st Dec 1938Box 147 \ 5  scan0271
The failure of moulded pedal gap plates for the Wraith model, recommending a switch to aluminium plates.17th Mar 1939Box 147 \ 5  scan0272
Fitting and failure of moulded gap plates for the Wraith model.22th Mar 1939Box 147 \ 5  scan0273
Cost comparison for the Wraith Pedal Gap Plate between Aluminium and Bakelite.18th Apr 1939Box 147 \ 5  scan0274
The development and testing of toughened Bakelite gap plates for the Wraith model.21th Apr 1939Box 147 \ 5  scan0275
The introduction of Bakelite gap plates for floorboards.25th Apr 1939Box 147 \ 5  scan0276
Production of Bakelite Gap Plates for the Wraith model, including new drawing numbers and loaning drill jigs.25th Apr 1939Box 147 \ 5  scan0277
Issues with vulcanized pedal rubbers and proposing a new, simpler design.9th Jun 1939Box 147 \ 5  scan0278
Requesting the deletion of parts from the List of Parts for the Bentley V Production brake pedal.16th Jun 1939Box 147 \ 5  scan0279
Design of a new detachable rubber pedal pad for Bentley cars, suggesting the use of Chrysler cement for fixing.21th Jun 1939Box 147 \ 5  scan0280
Request for experimental detachable rubber for brake and clutch pedals.27th Jun 1939Box 147 \ 5  scan0281
Instruction for altering the clutch pedal pressure by fitting a plate and a pull-off spring.19th Aug 1939Box 147 \ 5  scan0282
The design of an 'Organ type' accelerator pedal for left-hand drive Senior Range cars.4th Mar 1940Box 147 \ 5  scan0283
List of parts related to the M.40 Test Rig, specifically for the pedals section.27th Jun 1941Box 147 \ 5  scan0284
List of parts and instructions for accelerator pedal and clutch/brake components.27th Jun 1941Box 147 \ 5  scan0285
Letter from The Light Production Co. Ltd. regarding a manufacturing error on experimental pistons EXS 928.4th Nov 1938Box 148 \ 1  scan0001
Page 2 of a letter from The Light Production Co. Ltd. regarding the supply of correct pistons.10th Nov 1938Box 148 \ 1  scan0002
The order of piston rings from Wellworthy Piston Rings Ltd.10th Nov 1938Box 148 \ 1  scan0003
Request to Wellworthy Piston Rings Ltd. for the production and supply of various piston rings.10th Nov 1938Box 148 \ 1  scan0004
Order for pistons from The Light Production Co. Ltd.11th Nov 1938Box 148 \ 1  scan0005
Request to The Light Production Co. Ltd. to produce 28 pistons to two different specifications.11th Nov 1938Box 148 \ 1  scan0006
Letter from The Light Production Co. Ltd. regarding the production of 14 pistons and a query about a sample oxide surface treatment for piston rings.14th Nov 1938Box 148 \ 1  scan0007
Letter from Wellworthy Piston Rings confirming prices and delivery for various rings.17th Nov 1938Box 148 \ 1  scan0008
Modifications to the Wraith piston due to issues with carbon build-up and grinding.22th Nov 1938Box 148 \ 1  scan0009
Request to The Light Production Co. Ltd. for 14 modified Aerolite pistons with a .440 raised crown for further experimentation.25th Nov 1938Box 148 \ 1  scan0010
Request to send an order for different types of pistons to The Light Production Co.Ltd.26th Nov 1938Box 148 \ 1  scan0011
Letter from the Experimental Department requesting modified 'Aerolite' pistons for ongoing experiments.26th Nov 1938Box 148 \ 1  scan0012
Letter to The Light Production Co. Ltd. clarifying details for an order of pistons and providing drawings.29th Nov 1938Box 148 \ 1  scan0013
Enquiry to The Light Production Co. Ltd. about the availability of dies for special pistons used in E.R. Hall's T.T. Bentley.30th Nov 1938Box 148 \ 1  scan0014
Letter to The Light Production Co. Ltd. regarding modifications to raised crown pistons.1st Dec 1938Box 148 \ 1  scan0015
Letter to Light Production Co. Ltd. requesting prints of modified detail drawings for pistons.1st Dec 1938Box 148 \ 1  scan0016
Modifications to piston dimensions to align with 'Aerolite' pistons.2nd Dec 1938Box 148 \ 1  scan0017
Letter confirming the availability of foundry equipment and supplies of Aerolite Pistons for the T.T. Bentley 4 1/4 litre engine.2nd Dec 1938Box 148 \ 1  scan0018
Letter from The Light Production Co. Ltd. regarding modifications to Aerolite Pistons and corebox dimensions.2nd Dec 1938Box 148 \ 1  scan0019
Correspondence from The Light Production Co. Ltd. regarding modifications to piston castings.3rd Dec 1938Box 148 \ 1  scan0020
Letter from the Experimental Department to a supplier regarding modifications to piston crown dimensions.3rd Dec 1938Box 148 \ 1  scan0021
Letter from The Light Production Co. Ltd. regarding the machining and production of pistons.6th Dec 1938Box 148 \ 1  scan0022
The Bentley III High Compression Split Piston.8th Dec 1938Box 148 \ 1  scan0023
Letter to Automotive Engineering Co. Ltd. regarding tests on heat distribution in pistons.8th Dec 1938Box 148 \ 1  scan0024
Letter regarding foundry equipment for T.T. Bentley pistons and ordering Ferrox treated rings.12th Dec 1938Box 148 \ 1  scan0025
Letter to Light Production Co.Ltd. requesting an approximate delivery date for raised crown pistons for testing.12th Dec 1938Box 148 \ 1  scan0026
Letter from The Light Production Co. Ltd. regarding the naming of 'Cellex' and 'Cellotin' piston ring treatments and confirming order details.14th Dec 1938Box 148 \ 1  scan0027
Letter from The Light Production Co. Ltd. concerning orders for right and left hand crowns and raised crown pistons.17th Dec 1938Box 148 \ 1  scan0028
Order for seven modified Aerolite pistons from Light Production Co. Ltd.17th Dec 1938Box 148 \ 1  scan0029


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