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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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Short memo discussing the new Lincoln and Packard as potential competitors to the Bentley.2nd Feb 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan232
Forwarding a letter concerning the simultaneous failure of headlamps.4th Feb 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan233
Letter requesting delivery estimates for bumper bars and a front cross member for a Bentley trials car.4th Feb 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan234
Inquiry regarding the suggested mileage for fitting new lead bronze bearings to Bentley trial cars.4th Feb 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan235
Responding to a query about scraper rings and the oil consumption of a Bentley demonstrator car.5th Feb 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan236
Lead bronze bearings, oil pressure, and bumper bars for Bentley vehicles.6th Feb 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan237
Personal letter arranging a Bentley test drive in Paris and discussing a bumper bar fitment issue for chassis B-1-CW.6th Feb 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan238
Request for a cost and supply time estimate for fitting Hartford shock absorbers to a Bentley chassis B.24.BN.8th Feb 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan239
Typed letter from one colleague to another regarding a third colleague's illness and an enclosed press cutting.9th Feb 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan240
Request to the Cost Department for a cost of fitting after the completion of design work.11th Feb 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan241
Investigation into loose bolts on chassis B.179.AE for Mr. F. Edmond-Blanc.11th Feb 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan242
Cost of producing brackets for fitting Hartford Shock Absorbers to a Bentley chassis.11th Feb 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan243
Elimination of superchargers from racing cars and a communication regarding Le Mans.14th Feb 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan244
Cost and production time estimate for fitting Hartford shock absorbers to Bentley chassis B-24-BN for Mr. Embiricos.14th Feb 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan245
Letter responding to a memo about a Bentley, the health of 'Sr', and the fitting of a bumper bar.15th Feb 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan246
Acknowledging remarks on Le Mans, providing a health update on 'Sr', and confirming a letter was sent to Mrs Taylor.16th Feb 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan247
Request for ride control instructions for Bentley & 20/25 HP models, referencing those previously issued for the Phantom II chassis.23th Feb 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan248
Ride control governor pressures for Bentley and 20/25 HP models.2nd Mar 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan249
Oil leaks from the crankcase of Bentley Chassis No. B-24-BN.1st Mar 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan250
Letter discussing parts procurement, performance enhancements for Bentley engines, and the decision regarding Le Mans.6th Mar 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan251
Response to a memo discussing lead bronze bearings, bumper bar fittings, and Bentley ride-control issues.9th Mar 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan252
Ride-control settings and handling performance, comparing different minimum poundage settings for a Bentley.9th Mar 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan253
Typed letter discussing car performance, Le Mans, and induction systems for Hispano and Solex.9th Mar 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan254
Business letter discussing sourcing a better quality bottled product from a customer.9th Mar 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan255
Ride control, lead bronze bearings, and the weight of a steel panelled pillarless demonstration saloon.16th Mar 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan256
Letter detailing an issue with a loose front bumper on a demonstrator Bentley car and the proposed fix.16th Mar 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan257
Modification to the Bentley Stabilising Bumper Bars concerning a nut working loose.19th Mar 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan258
Van Vooren demonstrator body, its weight comparison, and various car accessories like non-skid chains and a windscreen heater.27th Mar 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan259
Black and white photograph showing the rear three-quarter view of a dark-coloured coupe-style car with a rear-mounted spare wheel.30th Mar 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan260
Request for detailed specifications regarding car body weight, curb weight, accessories, and headroom dimensions.30th Mar 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan261
Breakdown of the weights for chassis B-I-CW, detailing the total weight, chassis, body, and individual accessories.3rd Apr 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan262
Weight discrepancies for chassis B-1-CW and comparing figures with the 'C' series Saloon model.6th Apr 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan263
Weight and construction of a 'Paris Trials Car' with steel panelling.6th Apr 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan264
Confirming the headroom measurement from the floorboard to the ceiling for chassis B-I-CW.8th Apr 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan265
Objections to the pillarless body design of the Bentley Paris Trials Car by Vanvooren.9th Apr 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan266
Attractive body design using the Silent Travel system on a Bentley chassis.9th Apr 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan267
Positive feedback on a car from M. Charles Faroux.10th Apr 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan268
Letter from Bentley Motors Ltd. discussing the body construction of a Bentley B-I-CW model.12th Apr 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan269
Performance of a high compression cylinder head on a Bentley demonstrator and specific chassis fittings for Continental customers.12th Apr 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan270
Query from Paris to Derby regarding the fitting of aerolite pistons with high compression cylinder heads.3rd Apr 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan271
The cost of modification parts for Bentley high compression heads and the suitability of certain oils for bearings.16th Apr 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan272
Costs and considerations for fitting high compression cylinder heads and Aerolite pistons to Bentley cars.18th Apr 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan273
Telegram received by telephone from Paris to Derby regarding an important phone call.23th Apr 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan274
Confirmation of a telegram sent to 'Francbrit Paris' arranging a phone call.23th Apr 1925Box 27a \ 1  Scan275
Correspondence regarding the replacement of whitemetal bearings with lead bronze bearings for chassis B 88 AH.3rd May 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan276
Customer and experimental testing of lead bronze big end bearings.15th May 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan277
Maximum damper loads for Continental conditions and pivot failures.24th May 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan278
Working clearances of Bentley lead bronze bearings fitted to three specific chassis.24th May 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan279
Wilmot Breeden bumper failure on a trials car and proposed design improvements.27th May 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan280
Despatch request for a Shock Damper Governor Unit to be sent by Air Mail to Mr. Sleator in Paris.8th Jun 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan281
Bentley shock damper loads and governor system performance.8th Jun 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan282
Letter regarding a penknife with an R.R. trade mark found in a Bentley.1st Jun 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan283
Letter reporting on inquiries made about competitor cars, specifically Bugatti and Bentley models.11th Jun 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan284
Modifying governor control dampers with an inertia weight to improve vehicle controllability during severe braking.13th Jun 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan285
Request to design a braking inertia control for a governor unit to resolve conflicting damper load requirements between England and France.13th Jun 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan286
Protecting aluminium cylinder heads by adding bi-carbonate to the radiator water, following advice from Ford.24th Jun 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan287
Progress of a Van Vooren car body and logistical arrangements for the upcoming Ulster race.9th Jul 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan288
Correspondence regarding a chassis delivery to Vanvooren, E.R. Hall's race at Ulster, and an update on Mr. Arathoon's Bentley.12th Jul 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan289
Bentley exhaust valve clearances for different driving conditions.26th Jul 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan290
Typed letter from Paris concerning Bentley steering, exhaust valve clearance, and travel plans.5th Aug 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan291
Responding to a query about draining the crankcase of a Bentley fitted with a large helical gear oil pump.8th Aug 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan292
From Paris to Derby concerning a green car's body and tyres.10th Aug 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan293
Telegram regarding an important upcoming phone call.12th Aug 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan294
Customer feedback report on the performance of Bentley Chassis B-5-EJ 'Embiricos'.13th Aug 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan295
Recurring petrol pump failures due to vapour lock, particularly in hot climates and mountainous terrain.13th Aug 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan296
Temperature readings taken to investigate vapour-lock issues and the effectiveness of an isolating plate near the petrol filter.13th Aug 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan297
Letter concerning increased oil consumption in cars fitted with lead bronze bearings.22th Aug 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan298
Stopping the use and production of high compression cylinder heads for Bentley chassis due to rough running.26th Aug 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan299
Improvements and solutions for issues identified on the Paris Trials Car 33-EX, also known as Spectre.26th Aug 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan300
List of vehicle faults and corresponding engineering responses or status updates.26th Aug 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan301
The Paris Trials for car 53-EX, detailing issues and proposed remedies after a 300-mile run.26th Aug 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan302
Technical notes outlining required and suggested modifications for steering, brakes, and axle components.26th Aug 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan303
The fitting of high compression cylinder heads on Bentley cars, specifically referencing issues with Embiricos' car B-5-EJ.28th Aug 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan304
Decision to stop fitting high compression cylinder heads on Bentley cars due to issues with roughness.30th Aug 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan305
On issues with jacking provisions and steering box oil leaks for car 33-EX from the Paris Trials.30th Aug 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan306
Short memo regarding a Bentley clutch modification and experience with the 'E' series.2nd Sep 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan307
Personal memo confirming a pickup time and location for Mr. and Mrs. Sr.3rd Sep 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan308
Telegram received by telephone from Paris regarding aeroplane bookings.3rd Sep 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan309
Short message arranging a phone call to Paris.3rd Sep 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan310
Letter discussing incorrect channel boat timings, an altered filter position on a trials car, and the quality of Esso fuel in France.3rd Sep 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan311
High compression heads, fuel quality in France, and the effects of leaded petrol on exhaust valves.11th Sep 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan312
Letter to Ethyl Export Corporation inquiring about the availability of high octane fuels across continental Europe for use with a high compression head on a Bentley.3rd Sep 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan313
Letter from Ethyl Export Corporation discussing fuel octane ratings and lead concentrations in Europe.4th Sep 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan314
Letter from Ethyl Export Corporation regarding the octane rating of fuels in France and the lifting of a ban on lead.9th Sep 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan315
Letter to The India Tyre & Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the distribution of India tyres for Paris.13th Sep 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan316
The fitting and working clearances of Bentley lead bronze bearings on two chassis.16th Sep 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan317
Typed letter to 'Rm' enclosing a press cutting about the Brooklands 500 miles race.17th Sep 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan318
Letter to E.R. Hall discussing the need to streamline a Bentley's bodywork to achieve higher speeds at Brooklands, comparing its performance to a Bugatti.26th Sep 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan320
Competitor intelligence on vehicles for the upcoming Le Mans race and Paris Motor Show.19th Sep 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan321
Typed letter suggesting a meeting with a person named Faroux for information gathering.9th Nov 1933Box 27a \ 1  Scan322
Vapour lock issues experienced in a Bentley chassis during the Grand Prix in Nice.20th Sep 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan323
Notes by Mr. Charles Faroux on temperature tests conducted on a Bentley Demonstrator B-I-CW, investigating vapour lock.4th Oct 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan324
Letter regarding a trip to Paris to test a Large Bore Bentley and compare it against other vehicles.4th Oct 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan325
Sending 5 wheels with tyres to Levallois for a Bentley and requesting assistance with customs.7th Oct 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan326
Request to book a room at the Hotel Pierre 1-er.7th Oct 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan327
Communication regarding a Bentley pedal rattle and its adjustment.8th Oct 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan328
Request for advice on shock damper settings following a customer complaint about uncomfortable springing on chassis GAE.26.9th Oct 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan329
Technical letter discussing damper load and ride softness for Chassis GAE-26.11th Oct 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan330
Confirming arrangements for the return of a Phantom III car to England.17th Oct 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan331
Confirming the resolution of a customer complaint about uncomfortable springing on Chassis GAE-26.19th Oct 1935Box 27a \ 1  Scan332


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