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Modifications to oil pumps for Phantom and 20/25HP models to reduce noise.14th Jan 1931Box 149 \ 2  scan0036
Introduction and standardisation of oil pumps following a recent investigation.28th Jan 1931Box 149 \ 2  scan0037
Cure for noisy oil pumps by fitting a small chamber to the suction side.28th Jan 1931Box 149 \ 2  scan0038
Asking if a cure for noisy oil pumps on Phantom II models can be applied to Phantom I models.10th Feb 1931Box 149 \ 2  scan0039
Material change for noisy oil pump gear wheels from nickel to mild steel.11th Feb 1931Box 149 \ 2  scan0040
Inquiry regarding the maximum pressure capabilities of a gear pump for gearbox oil.2nd Jul 1931Box 149 \ 2  scan0041
Return of a loaned rotary pump to Messrs. Stothert & Pitt Ltd.19th Nov 1931Box 149 \ 2  scan0042
Letter to Messrs. Stothert & Pitt Ltd. detailing test results and criticism of Pump No. 4163.19th Nov 1931Box 149 \ 2  scan0043
Test report for a Stothert & Pitt Bump No. 4163, detailing performance at various speeds.26th Jun 1931Box 149 \ 2  scan0044
Performance graph for the Feuerheerd - Stothert and Pitt Pump No 4163, plotting delivery against pump speed.24th Nov 1931Box 149 \ 2  scan0045
Letter from Stothert & Pitt Ltd. concerning tests on pump No. 4163.24th Nov 1931Box 149 \ 2  scan0046
Standardisation of a reservoir for oil pumps to resolve noisy operation.29th Jan 1931Box 149 \ 2  scan0047
Form for the standardisation of chassis parts.15th Jan 1928Box 149 \ 2  scan0048
Proposal to change the material for pump gear wheels from nickel to mild steel to resolve noise issues.11th Feb 1931Box 149 \ 2  scan0049
Standardisation of a reservoir for oil pumps to cure noise.29th Jan 1931Box 149 \ 2  scan0050
Implementation of a new part on a chassis.30th Nov 1931Box 149 \ 2  scan0051
Design progress of an oil pump and distributor drive, including the ignition gear and lubrication system.7th Mar 1931Box 149 \ 2  scan0052
Development, testing, and cost reduction for the Japan 3 oil pump and distributor drive relief valve.11th Mar 1931Box 149 \ 2  scan0053
J.3 cross drive for the oil pump and distributor.9th Sep 1931Box 149 \ 2  scan0054
The J.3. oil pump, distributor drive, and oil relief unit.12th Sep 1931Box 149 \ 2  scan0055
Remodelled Malcolm-Feuerheerd pump, now adopted by Lagonda, and a potential meeting with Mr. Feuerheerd.24th Dec 1931Box 149 \ 2  scan0056
Stating a decision to cease interest in the Feuerheerd Pump after testing.30th Dec 1931Box 149 \ 2  scan0057
Confirming a lack of interest in the Feuerheerd Pump following a previous communication.31th Dec 1931Box 149 \ 2  scan0058
Proposing modifications to manage oil overflow in the Peregrine engine.19th Jul 1932Box 149 \ 2  scan0059
Modification of the Peregrine oil pump gears.16th Feb 1933Box 149 \ 2  scan0060
Testing of a new oil pump for Phantom Kelmit bearings.16th May 1933Box 149 \ 2  scan0061
Request to convert an oil pump to a larger capacity unit by fitting a list of modified parts.16th May 1933Box 149 \ 2  scan0062
Noisy 20/25 HP Chassis oil pumps and the effectiveness of machining a pressure release slot.26th May 1933Box 149 \ 2  scan0063
The development and endurance testing of a helical gear oil pump for the Phantom model.2nd Jun 1933Box 149 \ 2  scan0064
Gear testing, detailing end clearance after 100 hours, gear noise, and alterations to oil pumps on various models.1st Jun 1933Box 149 \ 2  scan0065
Recurring issues with noisy oil pumps on cars and potential solutions.14th Jun 1933Box 149 \ 2  scan0066
Technical memo on the investigation and endurance testing of a helical gear oil pump.1st Jun 1933Box 149 \ 2  scan0067
The end clearance and noise levels of a driven gear after a 100-hour endurance test.2nd Jun 1933Box 149 \ 2  scan0068
Request to produce a larger oil pump for the 20/25 model for use with Kelmit bearings.17th Jul 1933Box 149 \ 2  scan0069
Testing of various chassis engine oil pumps, focusing on noise and different designs.28th Jul 1933Box 149 \ 2  scan0070
Cover note for a delivery curve of a helical gear pump against the standard article.8th Aug 1933Box 149 \ 2  scan0071
Performance comparison graph between standard spur gear and helical gear oil pumps.3rd Aug 1933Box 149 \ 2  scan0072
Testing of a 'Savery' oil pump against a standard gear pump for noise and performance.4th Sep 1933Box 149 \ 2  scan0073
Endurance and performance test report for the Savery and Condor petrol pumps.22th Aug 1933Box 149 \ 2  scan0074
Performance graph for a 'Savery' Petrol Pump, plotting delivery rate against pump speed.22th Aug 1933Box 149 \ 2  scan0075
Blueprint of the operating mechanism for a 'Savery' petrol pump.31th Aug 1933Box 149 \ 2  scan0076
Arrangement of casings for a 'Savery' petrol pump.31th Aug 1933Box 149 \ 2  scan0077
Comparison of a Bentley oil pump with helical gears against the standard pump with straight-cut spur gears.5th Sep 1933Box 149 \ 2  scan0078
The road and rig tests of a helical gear pump.5th Sep 1933Box 149 \ 2  scan0079
Performance comparison graph between a standard spur gear and a helical gear Bensport oil pump.3rd Aug 1933Box 149 \ 2  scan0080
Blueprint diagram for a Bensport oil pump with helical gears.4th Sep 1933Box 149 \ 2  scan0081
Helical gear oil pumps for the Phantom II and 20/25 models.1st Jan 1934Box 149 \ 2  scan0082
The dispatch of helical gear oil pumps for Phantom II and 20/25 models.1st Jan 1934Box 149 \ 2  scan0083
Costing and design considerations for a 'Savery' Oil Pump compared to the standard Phantom II pump.6th Jan 1934Box 149 \ 2  scan0084
Design change for 25-HP and Bentley Oil Pump casings from bronze to aluminium.24th Mar 1934Box 149 \ 2  scan0085
Report comparing the efficiency and design of Luvax-Bijur and R.R. manufactured oil pumps for Bentley chassis.28th Mar 1934Box 149 \ 2  scan0086
Request to produce a lighter oil pump with helical gears for the 10,000 miles car.5th Jun 1934Box 149 \ 2  scan0087
Experimental vertical baffle design to resolve oil pressure loss in the Spectre oil sump.16th Nov 1934Box 149 \ 2  scan0088
Oil pressure issues and pump performance on the Spectre engine.11th Dec 1934Box 149 \ 2  scan0089
Analysis of oil pump drive and relief valve passages with a proposal to increase oil flow capacity.11th Dec 1934Box 149 \ 2  scan0090
Urgent internal memo discussing the specifications and use of a new large oil pump for a Bentley.4th Jan 1935Box 149 \ 2  scan0091
Specification for the propellor shaft damper slip load on 20/25 and Bentley chassis.16th Jan 1935Box 149 \ 2  scan0092
Tests of the Bentley Increased Capacity Helical Oil Pump with spiral gears.28th Jan 1935Box 149 \ 2  scan0093
Performance comparison graph for Bentley oil pumps, plotting delivery rate against pump speed.18th Jan 1935Box 149 \ 2  scan0094
Test results for increased capacity helical gears in Bentley oil pumps.18th Jan 1935Box 149 \ 2  scan0095
The limitation of delivery in Bentley Oil Pumps due to inlet pipe restrictions with increased capacity pumps.26th Jan 1935Box 149 \ 2  scan0096
Graph comparing the delivery performance of a Standard Spur Gear Pump against a Helical Gear Pump for Bentley oil pumps.23th Jan 1935Box 149 \ 2  scan0097
The fitting and initial testing of various increased capacity oil pumps.28th Feb 1935Box 149 \ 2  scan0098
Testing and standardisation of an increased capacity oil pump with helical gears.22th Feb 1935Box 149 \ 2  scan0099
Modifications for a Large Spectre Oil Pump and referencing a Smaller Water Pump.9th Mar 1935Box 149 \ 2  scan0100
Standardisation of parts for an increased capacity oil pump.19th Jan 1935Box 149 \ 2  scan0101
Cost analysis for introducing a new part, detailing material, labour, charges, and extra tooling costs.28th Jan 1935Box 149 \ 2  scan0102
Investigation into helical gear oil pumps failing to prime, possibly due to insufficient back lash.15th Jul 1935Box 149 \ 2  scan0103
The delivery curves and performance tests for new Bentley oil pumps featuring helical gears for increased capacity.15th Jul 1935Box 149 \ 2  scan0104
Priming fault in newly standardised Helical Gear Oil Pumps for 20/25 & Bentley models.31th Jul 1935Box 149 \ 2  scan0105
Instruction to continue using the old type helical oil pump for the Bentley and 20/25 HP chassis due to priming issues.2nd Aug 1935Box 149 \ 2  scan0106
Priming issues with larger helical gear oil pumps fitted with lead bronze bearings.3rd Aug 1935Box 149 \ 2  scan0107
Priming tests for Bentley helical gear oil pumps, comparing performance with a 'roof' type filter versus a standard filter.16th Sep 1935Box 149 \ 2  scan0108
Priming tests for increased capacity helical gear oil pumps on Bentley engines.17th Aug 1935Box 149 \ 2  scan0109
Report analysing oil pump and filter design issues, specifically air trapping.17th Aug 1935Box 149 \ 2  scan0110
Illustrations of two types of filters, 'Bentley' and 'Silver Ghost', used during oil pump priming tests.17th Aug 1935Box 149 \ 2  scan0111
Restriction tests for the Bentley Gallery Oil Pipe assembly, arrangement EB-305.17th Sep 1935Box 149 \ 2  scan0112
Test results for Bentley Gallery Pipe restrictions using Motorine 'C' oil at 30°C.27th Aug 1935Box 149 \ 2  scan0113
Graph detailing Bentley gallery pipe restriction tests using 'Motorine C' oil at 30°C.27th Aug 1935Box 149 \ 2  scan0114
Graph showing the results of restriction tests on a Bentley Gallery Pipe using Motorine 'C' Oil at 30°.27th Aug 1935Box 149 \ 2  scan0115
Priming tests for a Bentley helical gear oil pump, noting the positive effect of a B.W.P. type filter.21th Sep 1935Box 149 \ 2  scan0116
The failure of Hall's metal bearings and the proposed switch to lead bronze bearings.11th Nov 1935Box 149 \ 2  scan0117
Low oil pressure issue on the Phantom III and comparing oil pump types.3rd May 1936Box 149 \ 2  scan0118
Request to detail and produce a modified oil pump for the Phantom III to address low oil pressure issues.5th Jun 1936Box 149 \ 2  scan0119
Additional parts for a special pump and relief valves being fitted to a B-15 Bentley unit.10th Jun 1936Box 149 \ 2  scan0120
Two failures of the Phantom III oil pump drive during cold start testing.10th Aug 1936Box 149 \ 2  scan0121
Proposal for the Phantom III oil pump driving shaft assembly, reducing costs and standardizing connections.17th Aug 1936Box 149 \ 2  scan0122
Multiple failures of the oil pump drive shaft assembly on the Phantom III, recommending immediate replacement of existing shafts.14th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 2  scan0123
The unreliability of the Phantom III oil pump driving shaft, proposing a replacement with an improved design across all produced chassis.16th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 2  scan0124
The supply schedule and potential production delays for Phantom III oil pump driving tubes.19th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 2  scan0125
Failure of drive shaft couplings and a proposed design change to use serrations.21th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 2  scan0126
Modifications to the Phantom III Oil Pump Driving Shaft Assembly, specifically concerning knurled press fit assemblies.23th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 2  scan0127
Use of knurled press fit assemblies for the Phantom III Oil Pump Driving Shaft.30th Sep 1936Box 149 \ 2  scan0128
The requirement to fit larger oil pumps to 4 1/4-litre Bentley cars in France.18th Dec 1936Box 149 \ 2  scan0129
Comparing the advantages and disadvantages of helical and straight gear oil pumps for Bentley chassis.24th Dec 1936Box 149 \ 2  scan0130
List of different oil pumps to be tested to resolve general gear noise.24th Dec 1936Box 149 \ 2  scan0131
Instruction to bring on a larger oil pump for the Bentley Chassis.29th Dec 1936Box 149 \ 2  scan0132
Trial of new oil pump gears with a 30° angle of obliquity.15th Jan 1937Box 149 \ 2  scan0133
Requesting the production of several oil pumps with 10° angle Helical gears for testing on experimental engines.13th Jan 1937Box 149 \ 2  scan0134
Oil pressure failure in Bentley oil pumps, testing various solutions, and providing recommendations.27th Jan 1937Box 149 \ 2  scan0135


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