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Programme of test bed work for the B.III No.1 unit, detailing valve head modifications and power comparisons.14th Jun 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0228
Test schedule and special feature modifications for Wraith III and B.III engine units.14th Jun 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0229
Test procedures for B.III NO.5 and W.III NO.9 units, including endurance and oscillation tests.14th Jun 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0230
Test procedures for various engine units, including crank oscillation, detonation, and compression ratio checks.14th Jun 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0231
Internal request to order 2 dozen Tecalemit filters for use on experimental chassis unit beds.29th Jun 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0232
Requesting completion dates for various engine development jobs.12th Jul 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0233
Programme for test bed work detailing engine component testing procedures.14th Jul 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0234
Test and assembly procedures for Wraith III No.4 and B.III No.5 units.14th Jul 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0235
Engine testing procedures and the dispatch of aerolite pistons and L-section rings.14th Jul 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0236
Status report on the position and tests being carried out on Wraith and Bentley III units.3rd Jun 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0237
Specification sheet detailing modifications for three Wraith III engine units.3rd Jun 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0238
Specification sheet for Wraith III engine units No.3, No.4, and No.5.3rd Jun 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0239
Summary of specifications and modifications for Wraith III units No. 5, 6, 7, and 8.3rd Jun 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0240
Specification notes for Wraith and B.III development units.3rd Jun 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0241
Specification sheet detailing modifications for B.III No.2 and No.3 units.3rd Jun 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0242
Lack of a suitable rear mounting for standard gearboxes on Wraith or Bentley III models in the test house.9th Aug 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0243
Programme of test bed works for comparing various camshafts and other engine components.10th Sep 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0244
List of test procedures and modifications for engine units W.III NO.4 and W.III NO.9.10th Sep 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0245
Engine test procedures and progress notes for B.III No. 5, B.III No. 9, and B.60 units.10th Sep 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0246
Test procedures for engine units W.III No.1 and B.II No.4, detailing bore wear tests, coupling modifications, and piston comparisons.10th Sep 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0247
Comparison of single cylinder heads for power and detonation.10th Sep 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0248
Requesting an overhaul of a dynamo removed from Wraith No.4 after it failed endurance testing.12th Sep 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0249
Requesting the return of a 'Jaeger' rev counter for overhaul.22th Sep 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0250
Programme of test bed work for Wraith III and B.III engine components, including damper comparisons and cylinder head tests.25th Oct 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0251
Test procedures and investigations for combustion chamber heads and the B.60 No.1 Unit.25th Oct 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0252
Test procedures for Wraith III and Bentley II engine units, focusing on bore wear, piston, and ring comparisons.25th Oct 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0253
Proposal to send four blocks for fitment to customer cars that exhibit excessive bore wear.25th Oct 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0254
Requesting the return of a stopwatch, engraved 'experimental car unit test', to the makers for repair.28th Oct 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0255
Status report on tests being carried out on Bentley III, Bentley 60 and Bentley II engine units.11th Nov 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0256
List of components and specifications for Bentley III engine units No.3 and No.4.11th Nov 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0257
Specification list for various engine components and configurations.11th Nov 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0258
List of specifications and modifications for the B.60 Unit No.1 test bed development engine.11th Nov 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0259
Specifications and modifications for engine units B.60 No.2, B.III No.4, and B.II No.15.11th Nov 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0260
Specifications for Bentley engine units II No.19, II No.20, and B.23 OHC.11th Nov 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0261
List of specifications for the Bentley III No.24 Unit 6.B.IV engine.11th Nov 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0262
Programme of test bed work for the Bentley III No.1 engine, detailing a series of performance and component tests.15th Nov 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0263
Engine testing procedures and specifications for Wraith III No.4 and B.III No.7 units.15th Nov 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0264
Continuation of engine unit test procedures for B.III No. 7 and the procedures for B.60 No. 2 Unit.15th Nov 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0265
Test procedures and modifications for engine units B.60 No.2, B.60 No.1, and Wraith III No.1.15th Nov 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0266
Instructions for testing an OHC engine with sodium-filled valves in comparison with a B.60 engine.15th Nov 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0267
Status report on the configuration of Wraith III test units No.1 and No.2.18th Nov 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0268
Status report on various Wraith III units, detailing their components and modifications.18th Nov 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0269
List of specifications for various Wraith engine units, numbers 7, 8, 9, and a Wraith II unit.18th Nov 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0270
List of components and modifications for Phantom III engine units No. 8, 12, and 14.18th Nov 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0271
Specification sheet for engine unit number 16 (35-EX.).18th Nov 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0272
Suggestions for future tests on a new chassis, covering gearbox, clutch, and rear axle, before going into production.22th Nov 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0273
Testing procedures for propellor shaft and suspension systems, including rig and road tests.22th Nov 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0274
Rig, road, and endurance testing procedures for vehicle components.22th Nov 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0275
Schedule of endurance and performance tests for steering and engine components.22th Nov 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0276
Endurance testing standards for cooling system components, bonnets, heaters, and demisters.22th Nov 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0277
Testing procedures for the cooling system, including dynamometer, road, and endurance tests.22th Nov 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0278
Summary of suggested future testing procedures covering coachwork, winter running, and a strategy for mileage-based development.24th Nov 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0279
Programme of test bed work for B.III engine units No. 1 and No. 6.24th Nov 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0280
Test and modification schedule for engine units B.III NO.6, Wraith III NO.4, and B.60 NO.2.24th Nov 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0281
Test procedures and parameters for B.60 engine units, including endurance and clearance checks.24th Nov 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0282
Continued instructions for testing the B.60 No.1 Unit and the Wraith III No.1.24th Nov 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0283
Programme of test bed work for the B.80 No.1 unit.11th Jan 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0284
Testing and modification instructions for B.V. NO.5 and B.V. NO.1 engine units.11th Jan 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0285
Test procedures for a Wraith III unit with vibration issues and a B.60 unit with modified pistons.11th Jan 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0286
Test instructions for B.60, Wraith III, and B.II engine units, focusing on piston trials, rattle investigation, and power checks.11th Jan 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0287
Completing test bed experiments on a Duplex Stromberg Carburetter for the No.1 engine.13th Jan 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0288
Requesting the measurement of blow-by into the crankcase during endurance tests.16th Jan 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0289
Requesting the removal of two engines and components from a test house to Shardlow for storage.2nd Feb 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0290
Programme of test bed work for the B.80 No.1 and Bentley V No.1 engine units.6th Feb 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0291
List of engine testing and development tasks for various units.6th Feb 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0292
List of tests to be conducted on an engine unit, including checks for power, exhaust, compression, and oil consumption.6th Feb 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0293
Request to return two Jaeger rev counters for repair.10th Feb 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0294
Requesting an order for 6 Tecalemit filter elements for the chassis test beds.14th Feb 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0295
Programme of test bed work for B 80, B V, and Wraith III engine units.15th Feb 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0296
Instructions for modifications and testing of various engine units.15th Feb 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0297
Test procedures and modifications for engine units N 11 No 4 and Bentley 11 S No 19.9th Aug 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0298
Outlining a series of comparative tests for engine components, particularly focusing on cylinder bore wear.9th Aug 1938Box 155 \ 2  scan0299
Programme of test bed works for the B.80 No2 Unit.6th Mar 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0300
Engine testing procedures including crankshaft oscillation, power curves, and oil consumption for B.80 units.6th Mar 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0301
Engine test program detailing work on B.V. and Wraith III units, covering camshafts, crankshafts, and pistons.6th Feb 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0302
Test instructions for various B-series and Bentley S engine units.6th Feb 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0303
Proposing a standardized method for recording data on power curves from engine tests.24th Mar 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0304
The programme of work for test beds, including instructions for various units.27th Mar 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0305
Urgent test requirements for the Wraith III No.4 and B.V. No.6 engine units.27th Mar 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0306
Engine testing procedures for Bentley II No.4 and B.60 No.3 units, detailing oil consumption, blow-by, and power curve checks.27th Mar 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0307
Test procedures and special features for a B.60 No.4 Unit undergoing a 15,000-mile test.27th Mar 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0308
Tune-up instructions for B.60 No. 4 Unit, covering leaks, carbs, idling, gears, and valve gear.27th Mar 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0309
From one department to another listing engines and parts for which a completion date is requested.18th Apr 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0310
List of components for a 4-cylinder long-distance forging, part number PD.405.18th Apr 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0311
Programme of test bed work for the B.80 and Wraith III units, focusing on detonation, distribution, and piston comparisons.27th Apr 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0312
Test procedures and conditions for Wraith III and B-series engine units in the No. 5 Test House.27th Apr 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0313
Engine component testing procedures for various units.27th Apr 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0314
Requesting the return of two Jaeger rev counters for overhaul.4th May 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0315
Programme of test bed work for various engine units including endurance and oil consumption tests.8th May 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0316
Test procedures and checks for W.III No.9 and B.60 No.1 engine units.8th May 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0317
Instructions for modifications and testing procedures for B.60 and B.80 engine units.8th May 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0318
Request to return a Negretti & Zambra thermometer to the makers for repair.9th May 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0319
Programme of test bed work for the Wraith Ripple No.2 Unit engine.16th May 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0320
Testing and assembly specifications for Wraith Ripple No.2 and Wraith III No.4 engine units.16th May 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0321
Test programme for engine units B.60, B.80, and B.II, covering cylinder heads, dampers, and oil consumption.16th May 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0322
Programme of test bed work for the B.80 No.4 Unit, including special features and test conditions.25th May 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0323
Specifications and test procedures for Wraith III engine units No. 10 and No. 4.25th May 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0324
Work program for testing and modifying various engine units.25th May 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0325
Comparison of oil consumption and 'blow by' on Hepworth and Grandage rings.25th May 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0326
Programme of test bed work for the B.80 No. 5 unit, detailing special features and subsequent tests.15th Jun 1939Box 155 \ 2  scan0327


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