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).
Specification of chassis requirements for a Short Wheelbase Bentley, detailing differences from another model.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 98\1\ scan0014 | |
| Date | 4th January 1939 guessed | |
| APPENDIX OF SCHEMES. Re Short Wheelbase Bentley. Specification of Chassis required for 11-B-5. In order that you can proceed with the body for 11.B.5. we send you herewith a specification of Chassis particulars necessary to clear the coachwork. The main differences between the above chassis and 10.B.5. are the Longer Bonnet, Upright Dashboard and Tension Shackle at rear. (1) The frame is the same as 10.B.5. except for the front crossmember. The position of the front crossmember is shown on PD.276, a blue print of which was given to you on 21.12.38. See also PB.4223 sent herewith. (2) Rear spring aft shackle is of the tension type. The rear crossmember is anchored underneath the frame. See PD.339 sent you herewith. (3) Radiator. The radiator and shell has been moved forwards. See PD.276 given to you 21.12.38. (4) Starting handle and bracket. See PD.307 sent to you for 30.G.VII. (5) Bonnet dimensions front of car. See PD.319 a blue print of which was given to you on 21.12.38. (6) Scuttle clearance for bonnet hinge. See F.CD.185 sent to you for 9.B.5. Cont'd.{John DeLooze - Company Secretary} | ||