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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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Amendment to a conference agenda regarding bonnet height and visibility.21th Nov 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0311
Meeting notes from Derby regarding production schedules, Wraith model issues, and costs.24th Nov 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0312
Various mechanical issues and proposed solutions for the Wraith model.24th Nov 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0313
The Wraith model's performance issues and development updates for Bentley II and Bentley V models.24th Nov 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0314
The Bentley V programme covering the chassis, bodies, and dimensions.24th Nov 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0315
The development of the Bentley V model, covering seating, panels, bonnet height, and road tests.24th Nov 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0316
Progress report on various Bentley projects including the Continental B.V., bodywork, and a car for officials.24th Nov 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0317
Bentley 50 car costs and updates on various high-power engine developments.24th Nov 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0318
Programme of further development, including details on a new Aluminium Straight Eight engine and Wraith replacement.24th Nov 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0319
Decisions on the gearbox, a Continental Phantom III chassis, radiator design, and Mellotone horns.24th Nov 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0320
Minutes correcting a previous meeting's notes on vehicle and engine development programmes.2nd Dec 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0321
Minutes of a meeting at Derby regarding body designs for experimental and production cars.20th Dec 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0322
Minutes from a meeting discussing the Wraith replacement, design changes, and rectification of Wraith troubles with gearboxes and propeller shafts.17th Dec 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0323
Meeting minutes discussing export chassis lists, Continental Bentley development, Wraith performance, and publicity plans.21th Dec 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0324
Announcing a chassis conference meeting.30th Dec 1938Box 161a \ 2  scan0325
Agenda cover sheet for a Chassis Conference.7th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0001
Agenda for a chassis conference discussing modifications for the Phantom III model.9th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0002
Publicity, Wraith model modifications, engine vibrations, engine development, and gear ratio performance.6th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0003
Investigation into the Wraith model's performance in relation to its body weight, comparing production and experimental cars.6th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0004
Report comparing performance, costs, and component updates for Wraith and Bentley V models.6th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0005
Progress report on development and testing for the Bentley V, covering pistons, ride, tyres, wheels, and gearbox.6th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0006
List of criticisms and faults found during testing of the 8.B.V. model in France.6th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0007
Vehicle performance issues and B.V. engine development experiments.6th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0008
Update on B.V. engine test bed work and the Bentley V. Programme production schedule.6th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0009
Material costs and front wing height for the Bentley V model.6th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0010
Programme update for the Bentley 50 car, covering chassis delivery, body mock-up, and part costs.6th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0011
Production programme schedules for the Speed Bentley Paulin Type and the Silver Wraith.6th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0012
Engine development report for the Bentley 60, detailing issues from a 100-hour endurance test and proposed solutions.6th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0013
Bentley 80 engine development, a special Bentley body, and a handwritten note on standardisation sheets for felt seals.6th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0014
Minutes from a Chassis Conference discussing the OM III, Overdrive, and Wraith models.9th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0015
The status of Wraith and Bentley models, including experimental cars, parts, and features.10th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0016
Meeting notes discussing development issues for the Bentley V and a car for officials for the Bentley 50.10th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0017
The Bentley 50 model and plans for the Continental Bentley Paulin Type for the Motor Show.1st Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0018
Awaiting suggestions for radiator designs.1st Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0019
Agenda for a Chassis Conference correcting a tool cost and providing an update on the Bentley V steering wheel.10th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0020
Meeting minutes to settle outstanding details on the specification for the first batch of Standardised Saloon Bodies for Bentley V.18th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0021
List of design decisions and component specifications for a vehicle, page 2.18th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0022
Typed document outlining specifications and recommendations for various car components.19th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0023
Minutes from a chassis conference held on January 18th, discussing various B.V. chassis models.19th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0024
Meeting notes or progress report concerning the 14.B.V. (Continental) and 3.B.50 chassis builds.18th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0025
Progress report detailing updates and action items for various chassis, engine, and gearbox projects.18th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0026
Progress report on the development of Wraith gearbox and various engine units.20th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0027
Requesting the position of outstanding details for Continental Chassis 14.B.V. and Chassis 3.B.50.20th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0028
Summarizing a conference on engine bearing tests and future material decisions.20th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0029
Risks of using AC.9 bearing material and proposing to use AC.7 for 'M' series cars.20th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0030
Minutes of a Chassis Conference held at Derby discussing the Bentley V.24th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0031
Agreeing to a first batch of 300 chassis, conditional on the Experimental Department's approval.24th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0032
Meeting minutes from an Experimental Production Chassis conference for the Bentley B.5.27th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0033
Specification sheet for a 50 set experimental production run.27th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0034
Production status report for various chassis components and their progression.27th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0035
Status table comparing components for experimental and production chassis.27th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0036
Status report on various chassis components for experimental and production vehicles.27th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0037
Table outlining specifications and changes for various chassis components across different production runs.27th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0038
Table detailing status updates for various components across different chassis and gearbox configurations.27th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0039
Specification table detailing parts for experimental and production chassis, including the Wraith Type Gearbox.27th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0040
Specification table detailing part changes across different production chassis and gearbox types.27th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0041
Specification table detailing component changes for experimental and production chassis models.27th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0042
Comparative table of component specifications for experimental and production chassis.27th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0043
Table comparing specifications for chassis components across production series.27th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0044
Status table of electrical components for various production chassis.27th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0045
Specification sheet detailing production changes for components like lamps, horns, regulator, and petrol pump.27th Jan 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0046
Minutes from a Chassis Conference meeting held on Wednesday, February 1st.3rd Feb 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0047
Progress report on the B.V. Continental Chassis, detailing outstanding components and actions.3rd Feb 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0048
Progress report on various chassis, gear box, and engine unit developments.3rd Feb 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0049
Meeting minutes or progress report on various engine projects detailing component status and action points.3rd Feb 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0050
Progress report on various units and chassis, detailing their current status and required actions.3rd Feb 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0051
Minutes from a chassis conference discussing specifications and production updates for the B.V. model.20th Feb 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0052
The 14.B.V. Continental chassis detailing its despatch schedule and a list of required components.20th Feb 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0053
Status report on various chassis specifications, tests, and component fittings.20th Feb 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0054
Status report on various engine units, including a Bentley 'S' and B.80 series.20th Feb 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0055
Status update on various engine units, their components, and testing.20th Feb 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0056
Status report on various units, chassis, and their components.20th Feb 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0057
Status report on various engine and chassis units, detailing fittings and modifications.20th Feb 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0058
Agenda for a chassis conference to be held in BY's office.25th Feb 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0059
Minutes of a conference held in BY's office discussing steering cams, camshafts, and ball bearings.27th Feb 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0060
Meeting notes discussing chassis production, Wraith Gearbox bearings, and future meeting schedule.27th Feb 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0061
Agenda for a chassis conference meeting.13th Mar 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0062
Progress report on the development and testing of various vehicle electrical components.23th Mar 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0063
List detailing experimental electrical work items for various car models.14th Mar 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0064
Minutes from an Experimental Production Chassis Conference concerning the Bentley 5.14th Mar 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0065
Minutes of a conference held on March 13th, 1939, regarding Bentley models and chassis work.15th Mar 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0066
Minutes from a chassis conference regarding the B.V. model trials, production, and specifications.20th Mar 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0067
Status report on various car chassis, outlining completion dates and required parts.20th Mar 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0068
Status update memo on the progress of various gearboxes, valves, shafts, and engine units.20th Mar 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0069
Progress report detailing the status of various engine and chassis units.20th Mar 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0070
Status report detailing the fitting and testing of various numbered units to different chassis.20th Mar 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0071
Status report on various numbered units, detailing their allocation, fitment, and testing phase.20th Mar 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0072
Agenda for a chassis conference discussing petrol pipes, ignition distributors, the introduction of olives, and experimental work.20th Mar 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0073
Minutes of a conference discussing petrol pipes, joints, cam wheels, bearings and connecting rods.20th Mar 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0074
Meeting notes discussing chassis experimental work and the distribution of strip reports.23th Mar 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0075
Summarizing points raised at a conference regarding engine development and production.23th Mar 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0076
Minutes from a chassis conference detailing the status of several vehicle builds.25th Mar 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0077
Status report on various car models detailing their current stage, modifications, and testing progress.25th Mar 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0078
Status report on the development, testing, and assembly of various vehicle chassis and engine units.23th Mar 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0079
Progress report on various B.80, B.60, and B.V. units, detailing their status in development, testing, and assembly.25th Mar 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0080
Status update on various vehicle units regarding fitment, testing, and modifications.25th Mar 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0081
Status update on urgently required parts including valves, shafts, cylinder heads, and shock dampers.25th Mar 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0082
Production and testing of forged-to-size connecting rods.25th Mar 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0083
Agenda for a chassis conference meeting with handwritten remarks.27th Mar 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0084
Status update on the production of connecting rods, metal bearings, and arrangement drawings for B.V. & Wraith models.29th Mar 1939Box 161a \ 3  scan0085


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