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List of design specifications and modifications for various vehicle components.22th Mar 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page243
List of vehicle component modifications and their corresponding design reference numbers.22th Mar 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page244
List of modifications to frames, fittings, and petrol tanks with corresponding design numbers.23th Mar 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page245
Amendments, specifications, and outstanding work for the Bensport Series I model.23th Mar 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page246
Performance test results for a Bensport C.10 engine unit.24th Mar 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page247
Bentley engine ignition timing tests and recommendations based on different fuel octane ratings.25th Mar 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page248
Engine specifications, valve timing, and performance test results for the Bensport C.10 unit.24th Mar 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page249
Components for the Bensport Series 1.25th Mar 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page250
Ignition advance curve for a Bentley engine to prevent detonation.31th Mar 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page251
Graph showing ignition governor advance curves for a 25 HP engine.31th Mar 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page252
Urgency of producing parts for experimental testing of 'Bensport' features.31th Mar 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page253
Return and testing of a prototype Bentley car, and plans for the next version for production.7th Apr 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page254
Incomplete 3.5 litre Bentley chassis print, requesting review and completion by the Derby office.13th Apr 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page255
Completion and testing of a second Bentley car before sending a production model to France.14th Apr 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page256
From P.N. arranging a meeting in Derby to discuss points from a report and bonnet panel stops for the Bentley I.19th Apr 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page257
Instruction memo regarding the experimental fitting of double valve springs and washers for Bensport.19th Apr 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page258
Proposed solutions for failures and troubles on a Bensport car after 12,200 miles.21th Apr 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page259
List of ongoing investigations and improvements for various vehicle components.21th Apr 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page260
List of observations and modifications for a vehicle, covering radiator mounting, dynamo brushes, spring anchorage, floorboards, and wheel hubs.21th Apr 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page261
Design and testing of a sheet metal bracket for a Bensport spare ignition coil.22th Apr 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page262
Readiness, features, and the official naming of the 3 1/2-litre Bentley car.24th Apr 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page263
Testing protocol and handover of the 3½-litre Bentley cars to the Sales department.26th Apr 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page264
Testing different spark plugs to improve the slow running of a Bentley engine.1st Aug 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page265
Road test report and feedback on the Bensport 1.B.S. model, noting both praises and areas for improvement.21th May 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page266
Dynamometer test report for Chassis 2.B.IV, detailing axle and power curve evaluations.5th May 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page267
Engine power output (BHP) test results table with notes on ignition settings.5th May 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page268
Test report comparing power output from different fuel feed systems and detailing petrol pump delivery rates at various engine speeds.1st Nov 1943Box 3 \ 4  04-page269
Test report on speedometer and rev-counter accuracy, with observations on car behaviour on a dynamometer.1st Nov 1943Box 3 \ 4  04-page270
Test report noting the cooling method for the rear axle casing and the absence of issues.8th May 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page271
Test report to determine the best 14mm sparking plug for slow running.8th May 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page272
Requesting a status update on the readiness of the No.3, 3.5-litre Bentley car for testing.8th Sep 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page273
Very favourable first test drive of the Bensport car, noting its excellent performance but also a significant issue with fumes inside the body.1st May 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page274
Progress update regarding the 3.5-litre Bentley car, specifically production details and body mounting for car No.3.9th May 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page275
The body mounting and trial arrangements for the 3 1/2-litre Bentley car.11th May 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page276
Status report on debatable points concerning the Bentley's carburettors, induction system, air intake silencer, and engine breathing.15th May 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page277
List of required modifications and tests for vehicle components including brakes, exhaust, petrol pump, and engine.15th May 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page278
Road test and performance review of the Bensport No.1 vehicle.15th May 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page279
Potential vehicle improvements regarding carburetters, weight reduction, and observed issues with the tachometer and steering.15th May 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page280
Modifications and testing for the second Bentley car.15th May 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page281
The Brooklands test comparing two Bentley cars against competitors.16th May 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page282
Development work and outstanding items for the 3.5 litre Bentley.19th May 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page283
Modifications to the front appearance of a Bentley, focusing on the radiator and body styling.22th May 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page284
Cover note for attached discussion notes concerning the Bensport Chassis.23th May 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page285
Issues and modifications for the Bensport Chassis, focusing on the air silencer and crankshaft bearings.23th May 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page286
Design and development report on automotive components including radiators, exhausts, cylinder heads, and gear levers.3rd Nov 1935Box 3 \ 4  04-page287
Status report on modifications and production for various vehicle components.23th May 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page288
Reducing ignition advance due to an increased compression ratio on a Bentley engine.24th May 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page289
Road test results for an ignition governor, recommending a new spring and restricted auto advance.30th Mar 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page290
Blueprint detailing specifications and performance curves for a Bentley ignition system.1st May 1923Box 3 \ 4  04-page291
Use of a smaller ampere field fuse for a Bentley wiring diagram.31th May 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page292
Cover note for the minutes of a conference at Derby to discuss the 3.5-litre Bentley.31th May 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page293
Minutes of a conference at Derby to discuss the 3 1/2-litre Bentley.30th May 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page294
Meeting minutes discussing design decisions for bonnets, bodies, lamps, and speed indicators for Bentley models.31th May 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page295
Meeting minutes discussing deliveries, test bodies, shutters, and standards for Bentley chassis.31th May 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page296
Parts held up for the 3.5 Litre Bentley, awaiting decisions on wheels, undershields, and carriers.1st Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page297
Alterations and instructions for the Bentley Ignition Governor.1st Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page298
The critical need to control modifications to the 3½ Litre Bentley instructions for the initial chassis and production sets.2nd Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page299
Design of undershields for the 3.5 litre Bentley and the re-issuing of drawings for the first 15 chassis.2nd Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page300
Requesting information on power loss in 6 1/4 & 8 litre engines, B.HP figures for a 4 1/4 litre engine, and the Oldham coupling on a 4 litre engine.2nd Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page301
Modified travel arrangements for a Bentley II vehicle for a function in Bath and a meeting at Brooklands.2nd Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page302
Outlining the production expectations and specifications for a 3½ Litre Bentley saloon car.3rd Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page303
Checking the efficiency of a new cut-out and the confirmed performance of a petrol pump.3rd Jun 1938Box 3 \ 4  04-page304
The average lap speeds of three different Bentley models tested at Brooklands track.3rd Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page305
Test run report on a Bentley 2-B-LV, detailing performance, consumption, and areas for improvement.7th Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page306
Test report on a car's handling characteristics, including steering, suspension, and exhaust note.7th Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page307
Brief acknowledgement memo regarding the 3 1/2 litre Bentley Car.7th Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page308
Test drive impression report on a Bentley Blue Coupe.9th Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page309
Responding to queries about a 4 1/2 litre engine crankshaft and a Bosch coupling.10th Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page310
List of criticisms and proposed improvements for a Bentley Car.12th Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page311
Cover memo forwarding a Sergeant's report on a Bentley car test run.13th Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page312
Feedback from a 100-mile test run of a Bentley, focusing on performance issues.11th Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page313
Letter discussing vehicle performance reports, a failed supercharger project, and concerns over new model characteristics.13th Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page314
Summary of proposed experiments for the power development of the Bentley car.13th Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page315
Performance testing and required upgrades for a C.13 unit from a Bentley saloon car.15th Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page316
Feedback on the Bentley No.2 car regarding its speed, steering, and silencer quietness.16th Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page317
Synopsis of discussions and criticisms regarding a Bentley car's performance, particularly its top speed.15th Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page318
Car performance issues including high-speed steering, radiator design, and air silencer tests.15th Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page319
Modifications and feedback on a Bentley model, focusing on silencing and differentiation from Rolls-Royce features.6th Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page320
List of design criticisms and proposed coachwork modifications for a vehicle.15th Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page321
Test drive report and critique of a Bentley car.9th Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page322
Test drive report for car B.II, including performance notes from Brooklands and a comparison to car B.I.9th Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page323
First-hand account and test drive report of the No.2 Bentley, comparing it to the 20/25 HP model.9th Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page324
Concluding statement from a report, likely following a test drive.9th Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page325
Test drive report and critique of a car's performance, handling, and design following a 300-mile run.8th Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page326
Road test report evaluating a vehicle's performance, handling, comfort, and comparison to other models.1st Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page327
Performance critique and road test report of a Bentley car.1st Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page328
Test driver's report on vehicle handling with suggestions for design improvements.1st Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page329
List of design recommendations and observations for a sports car model.1st Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page330
The test drive and evaluation of a supercharged Alfa Romeo 8 Cylinder 2 Litre sports car.16th Jun 1935Box 3 \ 4  04-page331
Performance comparisons against Alfa, Livia, Lagonda and Invicta cars.16th May 1935Box 3 \ 4  04-page332
And seeking a decision on the best and most economical finish for the Bentley engine.16th Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page333
The performance of the 3 1/2 litre Bentley, comparing speeds, and discussing streamlined body investigations.17th Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page334
Criticisms, anxieties, and comparisons of the 3.5 Litre Bentley regarding its performance, steering, engine noise, and price justification.17th Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page335
Alternative colour finishes for the Bentley engine to differentiate it from Rolls-Royce engines.19th Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page336
Comparing the performance of a supercharged Alfa Romeo to a 3.5-litre Bentley.19th Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page337
Performance, steering, and noise issues of a Bentley car after testing at Brooklands.19th Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page338
Bentley car performance, focusing on the trade-off between silence and speed, and mentioning ongoing vehicle tests.19th Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page339
Progress report on the Bentley (Bensport) cars and the halted Peregrine project.21th Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page340
Critiques of the Bentley Facia Board and the potential impact on instrument arrangement and material supply.21th Jun 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page341
Effects of turbulent and non-turbulent cylinder heads on engine power output.21th May 1933Box 3 \ 4  04-page342


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