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Stamped document from the Print Room in Derby.1st Jul 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan080
Required modifications to Peregrine and J.3 type petrol pumps.3rd Jul 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan081
Blueprint showing a cross-section of an operating mechanism for a petrol pump trip.8th Aug 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan082
Requesting a change of material for the Peregrine petrol pump from aluminium alloy to type metal.8th Aug 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan083
Modifications to a petrol pump for the Peregrine engine.3rd Aug 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan084
Letter from AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding a new large capacity petrol pump.19th Aug 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan085
Acknowledgement of receipt for a letter and a larger A.C. Petrol Pump from the A.C. Sphinx Sparking Plug Co for testing.22th Aug 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan086
Test report on the initial pumping times for a large type Model 'C' A.C. petrol pump.23th Aug 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan087
Performance graph for an A.C. Petrol Pump, Model C, showing delivery versus pump speed.23th Aug 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan088
Blank page with a purple ink 'Print Room' stamp in the bottom right corner.25th Aug 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan089
Petrol pump failures during a 10,000-mile test and the subsequent evaluation of a larger replacement pump.24th Aug 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan090
Summary of issues and resolutions relating to a petrol pump.24th Mar 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan091
Outstanding and resolved issues with engine components, including filters and a petrol pump.24th Aug 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan092
Test report on the initial pumping times of an A.C. Petrol Pump, Model 'G'.23th Aug 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan093
Photograph of an AC fuel pump.27th Aug 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan095
Cross-sectional blueprint of an operating mechanism for a petrol pump.27th Aug 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan096
Performance graph for the A.C. Petrol Pump - Large Type - Model 'C', plotting delivery rate against pump speed for different pipeline diameters.23th Aug 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan097
Internal document processed and stamped by the print room.26th Aug 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan098
Performance details of a large type A.C. petrol pump for the Phantom II.24th Aug 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan099
Recommended size of the petrol pipe between the pump and rear tank.24th Aug 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan100
Test report on the LeC.2951 petrol pump at increased speed for the Peregrine engine.30th Aug 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan101
Petrol pump delivery tests for the Peregrine engine at higher speeds.7th Sep 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan102
Graph showing the results of an increased speed test for a Peregrine petrol pump.30th Jun 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan103
Patent position and cost analysis of producing petrol pumps.9th Sep 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan104
Petrol pumps, comparing a full petrol pump system against a vacuum pump plus autovac, for various models.3rd Jul 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan105
Unexpected troubles and potential causes of failure in petrol pumps.12th Sep 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan106
Unexpected troubles with petrol pumps and potential future solutions.12th Sep 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan107
Potential patent infringement with A.C. over a diaphragm petrol pump and related negotiations.14th Sep 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan108
Specifications and dimensions for an A.C. Petrol Pump, Model 'C'.10th Oct 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan109
New superior fabric for petrol pumps developed by the S.U. Carburetter Co.2nd Dec 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan110
The disintegration of A.C. petrol pump fabric and a potential new oil-resisting diaphragm solution.2nd Dec 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan111
More promising material for a petrol pump diaphragm.9th Dec 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan112
Agreement to replace the banjo union on the petrol pump with a standard spherical union for the Peregrine engine.12th Jan 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan113
Requesting an order be placed with S.U. Carburetter Co. for an experimental electric pressure pump.13th Jan 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan114
Blueprint and parts list for the S.U. Pressure Pump.2nd Jan 1932Box 27a \ 2  Scan115
Petrol Pump - Peregrine at the completion of a 10,000-mile test.21th Jan 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan116
Examination report on a petrol pump after a 10,000-mile trial.21th Jan 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan117
Sketch illustrating the layering of two upper and two lower fabrics.11th Jan 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan118
Performance graph of a petrol pump, plotting delivery and pressure against pump speed.11th Jan 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan119
The reverse side of a document with a purple 'Print Room' date stamp from Derby.21th Jan 1936Box 27a \ 2  Scan120
Modifications to shock dampers following seizure and the fitting and testing of a new petrol pump diaphragm.6th Feb 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan121
Performance graph showing delivery and pressure against pump speed for a Peregrine II petrol pump prior to trials.26th Jan 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan122
Heavily faded document with a purple 'Print Room' stamp from Derby.6th Feb 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan123
Proposal for a patent cost of half a dollar to manufacture A.C. petrol pumps.6th Feb 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan124
Modifications to shock dampers and a petrol pump following testing.6th Feb 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan125
Performance graph for a Peregrine II petrol pump, plotting delivery rate against pump speed.26th Jan 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan126
Page marked with a Print Room reception stamp.6th Feb 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan127
The value and royalty price for A.C. petrol pumps.7th Feb 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan128
Problems associated with fitting S.U. electric petrol pumps on the Bensport chassis.1st Feb 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan129
Letter to The S.U. Company inquiring about a heavy current draw issue with new electric petrol pumps when the engine is stationary.9th Feb 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan130
Letter to the S.U. Company about an 8 ampere discharge from a petrol pump when the petrol tap is off and ignition is on.13th Feb 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan131
Letter from The S.U. Company regarding a pump showing a high discharge and questioning the need for a petrol tap.14th Feb 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan132
Bensport Series 1 petrol pump, detailing testing issues and fitting instructions.28th Mar 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan133
Urging for a petrol pump for the first 200 Bentley cars to be put on test.29th Mar 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan134
Solutions for difficulties with mechanically operated petrol pumps.31th Mar 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan135
Engine starting arrangements, petrol pump reliability, and vapour lock, with a handwritten note for further testing.31th Mar 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan136
Letter from The S.U. Company regarding a component failure in a new type pressure pump.3rd Apr 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan137
New pickup lever design for a large petrol pump, to be fitted to car 27-EX for the Phantom II.3rd Apr 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan138
Letter to The S.U. Company detailing a report on a spare petrol pump failure.4th Apr 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan139
Letter to The S.U. Co. discussing the failure of petrol pumps, material reliability, and arranging for replacement parts.4th Apr 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan140
Letter from The S.U. Company concerning the failure of a new pressure pump due to breaking fibre rollers.6th Apr 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan141
Letter from The S.U. Company regarding the delivery of parts for inspection and a meeting with Mr. Royce.13th Apr 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan142
Letter to Mr. Skinner of The S.U. Company regarding a report from a tester in France about a noisy new petrol pump.13th Apr 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan143
Letter from S.U. Company regarding a noise complaint, suggesting it is an air leak and not the new fibre rollers.20th Apr 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan144
Confirming tests have been carried out on a starter carburetter.20th Apr 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan145
Testing three different schemes for using a starting carburetter as a primer for the fuel pump and pipe line.20th Apr 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan146
Testing various schemes for a starting carburetter, detailing issues with fuel flow and starting times.20th Apr 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan147
Failed starting attempt using a pump without suction arrangements.20th Apr 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan148
Letter to The S.U. Company regarding fuel pump noise, carburetter tests, and a request for two Bentley carburetters.21th Apr 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan149
Letter from The S.U. Company regarding noisy pumps and arranging a car collection.22th Apr 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan150
Performance issues with a Bentley petrol pump, specifically overheating and obstruction, and proposing solutions.3rd May 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan151
Graph comparing the delivery rates of a Bensport petrol pump at various RPMs using different diameter pipes.2nd May 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan152
Blank document with a 'Patent Room' stamp from Derby.4th May 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan153
Performance graph for a Bensport petrol pump, plotting delivery rate against pump speed for two pipe diameters.2nd May 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan154
Faint, illegible document with a purple date stamp on the bottom right.4th May 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan155
Specifications for petrol pumps and pipes for the first 15 Bentley chassis.3rd May 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan156
Specifying the correct pipe diameter for the Bentley petrol feed.5th May 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan157
Petrol pumps, feed pipes, filter bowl, and suction pipe on a Bentley Chassis.9th May 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan158
Tests conducted on a Bensport petrol pump to investigate delivery deficiencies and potential improvements.11th May 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan159
Initial petrol pump timings, comparing different pump models and testing the effect of filter capacity.11th May 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan160
Comparison of pump deliveries and pressures, with a table detailing standard versus stronger spring specifications.11th May 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan161
Performance graph for a Bensport petrol pump, plotting delivery rate against pump speed for various pipe diameters.2nd May 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan162
Blank document page with a Print Room stamp from Derby.12th May 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan163
Performance graph for a Bensport Petrol Pump, comparing two different delivery pipe diameters.2nd May 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan164
Performance graph for a Bensport petrol pump, plotting delivery rate against pump RPM under various float chamber configurations.6th May 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan165
Blank page with a Print Room stamp from Derby.11th May 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan166
Performance graph for a Bensport petrol pump, plotting delivery and pressure against RPM with a stronger pressure spring.6th May 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan167
Graph comparing the performance of a Bensport petrol pump against an AC Model 'C' pump.6th May 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan168
Internal document cover page stamped by the Print Room.11th May 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan169
Increase in the diameter of Bensport petrol pipes.13th May 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan170
Cold weather starting issues with the Bentley starter motor and petrol pump.15th May 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan171
The rerouting of Bentley petrol pipes to avoid hot components and detailing the design on two different drawings.24th May 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan172
New foot-operated push-button method for priming the Bentley petrol pump.27th May 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan173
Test results for hand priming the Bensport petrol pump.27th May 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan174
Hand priming test results for a Bensport petrol pump.29th May 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan175
Letter from The S.U. Company regarding difficulties with soldering aluminium pump bodies and a proposed design change.29th May 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan176
Tests and modifications on a Bentley petrol pump to improve delivery and resolve sticking hexagon valves.3rd Jun 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan177
Performance chart comparing the delivery rates of different Bensports petrol pump configurations against pump RPM.29th Mar 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan178
Blank page with a Print Room stamp from Derby.3rd Jun 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan179
Test and modification notes for a Ben Sports Petrol Pump from a B.N°4 chassis.2nd Jun 1933Box 27a \ 2  Scan180


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