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Broken Bentley Phantom III rocker shaft and a similar failure on another Bentley chassis.


Identifier  ExFiles\Box 131\4\  scan0184
Date  4th May 1937
  
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Rm. {William Robotham - Chief Engineer} From Rm {William Robotham - Chief Engineer} /GWH. {George W. Hancock - Head Chateauroux}
Sg. {Arthur F. Sidgreaves - MD}
Es.
RHO.
E. {Mr Elliott - Chief Engineer}
Ey.
DA. {Bernard Day - Chassis Design}

Kingsbury. 4.5.37.

BENTLEY ROCKER SHAFT.

A P.III broken rocker shaft was sent to the Works last week. It was broken through one of the holes where the bracket holds it in position.

We have had a similar case with a Bentley which I am forwarding to you for your inspection. This rocker shaft has been in service, approx. two years, fitted to Chassis B.160.FB.

Rm {William Robotham - Chief Engineer} /GWH. {George W. Hancock - Head Chateauroux}
  
  
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